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Trader Broes

train to be a wolf of Wall Street without spending a dime; we’ll get together to discuss strategies for success in the REAL stock market using simulated money at TradingView.com; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Trader Broes. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Historic Voices: Mrs. Lincoln in Love

librarian Laura Keyes shares Mary’s story in an entertaining and educational program set on January 31, 1862, when Mrs. Lincoln and her family are settled comfortably in the Executive Mansion; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Historic Voices: Mrs. Lincoln in Love. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Works Cited

discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable coffee shop atmosphere; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: DIY Sauerkraut. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, February 16, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Genealogy Lunch and Learn: So Many Newspapers, So Little Time

we are learning about the value of newspapers in genealogy research; newspapers can give you more than just birth, marriage, and death information about your ancestors; it may reveal their activities and offer hints about their character; you may find both direct and collateral relatives, find FANs (family, associates, neighbors), and so much more; learn tips about both how and where to search; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Genealogy Lunch and Learn: So Many Newspapers, So Little Time. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Thursday, February 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Community Connections: Hands-Only CPR

Hands-Only CPR has been shown to be an effective way for ordinary people to intervene when cardiac events occur, and medical assistance is not immediately available; for American Heart Month, learn the skills that can help you save a life from Michael Wyenn of the Bettendorf Fire Department; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Community Connections: Hands-Only CPR. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, February 19, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Online Event -- Manifesto! For a Global Civilization & Breakthrough: Meister Eckhart’s Creation Spirituality

led by Rev. Matthew Fox, PhD; two brilliant Matthew Fox books which discuss the goodness of creation; $20; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Online Event -- Manifesto! For a Global Civilization & Breakthrough: Meister Eckhart’s Creation Spirituality. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Bird Bungalow

learn about the importance of bird houses; take the opportunity to build one for your home; classes will take place in the Niabi Zoo Discovery Center’s Conservation Classroom as well as on Zoo grounds; $15-22; for information, call 309-799-3482. Event Title: Bird Bungalow. Venue: Niabi Zoo. Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Niabi Zoo. For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.

Embodying Justice

led by M. Wolff; be inspired to be ethically engaged in social and political life because of your faith; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Embodying Justice. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula

a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questions/thoughts on the many ways death and dying touch our lives; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, February 23, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Training

we will discuss how opioids effect the brain and lead to substance use disorder; we will also discuss the steps of administering Naloxone during an overdose; Naloxone request forms will be provided after the training; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Opioid Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Training. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, February 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Issues with Aging Parents

this seminar offered by the Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA) discusses managing finances, estate/legacy planning, and what long term care looks like; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Issues with Aging Parents. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Monday, February 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

75 Years of Ironclad Friendship: My Family’s Journey Through U.S.-ROK Alliance

presented by the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities; Dr. Jason Seol, Deputy Director, Future Operations and Dept of Defense will provide a brief history of how the U.S.-ROK Alliance came about since the onset of the 1950-1953 Korea War; he will provide his personal experiences dealing with the impossible state, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPPK) problem set and share his lessons learned; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: 75 Years of Ironclad Friendship: My Family’s Journey Through U.S.-ROK Alliance. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Lent: A Time of Love

led by Sr. Kathy Sadler, OSF; unpack Corinthians on the meaning of love and explore the phrase “God Is Love"; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Lent: A Time of Love. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

The Joy of Vegetarian Cooking

led by Angel Lyle; join us as we create a bit of joy with a delicious vegetarian meal; beginners welcome; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: The Joy of Vegetarian Cooking. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Turning 65? What You Need to Know

join Kara Wolf, a local Insurance Specialist, while she explains what exactly you should be preparing for; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Turning 65? What You Need to Know. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Thursday, February 26, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Music and Mocktails: Know your Music with Tony Oliver

Quad Cities resident Oliver is a musician and educator based in Bettendorf. He teaches percussion and musicianship and directs the all‑campus concert band at Augustana College; an accomplished performer, he is a member of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and spends his summers in Lake Placid, New York, performing with the Lake Placid Sinfonietta; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Music and Mocktails: Know your Music with Tony Oliver. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn

in Building 4, room 209; a presentation and Q&A with Gates Thomas; join us for an unforgettable journey through this extraordinary body of American music, featuring rare filmed and recorded performances by one of the most iconic orchestras in history; lunch provided while supplies last; for information, call 309-796-5177. Event Title: Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. Venue: Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. Friday, February 27, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. For more info visit www.bhc.edu.

Death Cafe

a frank and fun discussion about death and dying, lead by death doula Lauren Gil-Hayes and anthropologist Adam Kaul; afterward, a curated musical coda exploring sonic themes of death and mortality with selector Jay Bryant; free, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978. Event Title: Death Cafe. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Friday, February 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Everything That Happens Is a New Beginning: Discover the Joy of Forgiveness

led by Sandy Hoenig; you can be free from grudges, resentments, negative feelings and self-defeating habits; come on a “healing journey"; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Everything That Happens Is a New Beginning: Discover the Joy of Forgiveness. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Saturday, February 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, March 2, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Marguerite LeClaire: What We Forget About History When We Forget About Women

learn what focusing on Marguerite tells us not only about the history of the region, and what focusing on women's roles can tell us about history more broadly; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Marguerite LeClaire: What We Forget About History When We Forget About Women. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Investing and Taxes - Part 1

let financial advisor Ray Kozicki from the Society for Financial Awareness guide you through the minefield of investments and taxes in this first of the two-part series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Investing and Taxes - Part 1. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Your Mind Matters: Cultivating Self-Care & Resilience in a Busy World

this program equips participants with practical tools to prioritize self-care, manage stress, and build resilience; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Your Mind Matters: Cultivating Self-Care & Resilience in a Busy World. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Thursday, March 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Lenten Retreat

thru Mar. 8, led by Jenny Chadima; step away for a weekend and experience a renewal of the joy and gladness found in God’s presence; $175; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Lenten Retreat. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Friday, March 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – Sunday, March 8, 2026, 11:00 AM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Nourishing Natives

craft an upcycled teacup bird feeder or a squirrel picnic table or both; classes will take place in the Niabi Zoo Discovery Center’s Conservation Classroom as well as on Zoo grounds; $15-22; for information, call 309-799-3482. Event Title: Nourishing Natives. Venue: Niabi Zoo. Saturday, March 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Niabi Zoo. For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.

Advance Directives Workshop

join Jackie Hauer and Jill Finn for a workshop to learn more about advance directives; planning ahead is an act of care for yourself and for the people you love; this workshop offers a compassionate, easy-to-understand overview of advance directives, what they are, how they work, and why they matter; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Advance Directives Workshop. Venue: Moline Public Library. Saturday, March 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: Exploring the Davenport Iowa FamilySearch Center

an offsite program at 4929 Wisconsin Ave. Davenport, IA 52806; we will visit the Davenport Iowa FamilySearch Center; Lori Longenecker, the new director, will share with us the updates to the FamilySearch website and the Center; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: Exploring the Davenport Iowa FamilySearch Center. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Saturday, March 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, March 9, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

The French-Indian War

we will discuss the French and Indian War and the importance on the foundations of the future of the United States; the military experience that this provided to the British colonial militia would prove to be invaluable; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: The French-Indian War. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

The French-Indian War

we will discuss the French and Indian War and the importance on the foundations of the future of the United States; the military experience that this provided to the British colonial militia would prove to be invaluable; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: The French-Indian War. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Investing and Taxes - Part 2

let financial advisor Ray Kozicki from the Society for Financial Awareness guide you through the minefield of investments and taxes in this second of the two-part series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Investing and Taxes - Part 2. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Refugia Church

led by Debra Rienstra; seek deeper purpose, courageous action and the healing of the earth; $25; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Refugia Church. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Saturday, March 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, March 16, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Seeking Moments of Wholeness

led by John and Kate Cooper; join spiritual guides Kate and John Cooper for a day of reflection, discussion and rest; explore the themes of light and darkness in the spiritual life through the lens of Care of the Soul by Thomas Moore; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Seeking Moments of Wholeness. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Backyard Botanist: Part 2

esign your own pollinator pocket and learn planting tips for our pollinator friends this spring; classes will take place in the Niabi Zoo Discovery Center’s Conservation Classroom as well as on Zoo grounds; $15-22; for information, call 309-799-3482. Event Title: Backyard Botanist: Part 2. Venue: Niabi Zoo. Saturday, March 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Niabi Zoo. For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.

Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula

a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questions/thoughts on the many ways death and dying touch our lives; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Saturday, March 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, March 23, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Going Natural with Cassie & Alyssa

learn how to make a natural cleaning solution and lip exfoliate with staff members Cassie and Alyssa; limited to 15 participants; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393. Event Title: Going Natural with Cassie & Alyssa. Venue: Silvis Public Library. Monday, March 23, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Silvis Public Library. For more info visit silvislibrary.org.

A Journey to Egypt

presented by the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: A Journey to Egypt. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Finding Communities of Justice and Compassion in Disruptive Times

thru Mar. 29, led by Rev. Cassandra Lawrence; connect the pains and hopelessness of the world with practices of community care and envision what is possible; $175; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Finding Communities of Justice and Compassion in Disruptive Times. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Friday, March 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – Sunday, March 29, 2026, 11:00 AM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, March 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, April 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

The Roots of the American Revolution and the Enlightenment

this will discuss the early impacts upon the colonies by the British Government; additionally, this will discuss how the enlightenment impacted the early decisions of the Continental Congress and the founding members of our Nation; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: The Roots of the American Revolution and the Enlightenment. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

The Roots of the American Revolution and the Enlightenment

this will discuss the early impacts upon the colonies by the British Government; additionally, this will discuss how the enlightenment impacted the early decisions of the Continental Congress and the founding members of our Nation; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: The Roots of the American Revolution and the Enlightenment. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Compost Crew

dirty your hands and learn how to start composting in our Compost Crew class; make rich, fertile soil for your garden; classes will take place in the Niabi Zoo Discovery Center’s Conservation Classroom as well as on Zoo grounds; $15-22; for information, call 309-799-3482. Event Title: Compost Crew. Venue: Niabi Zoo. Saturday, April 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Niabi Zoo. For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, April 13, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Virtual Event -- Christian Mystics: 365 Readings and Meditations

led by Rev. Matthew Fox, PhD; Fox believes that throughout the ages, religious patriarchal hierarchy and rigidity have obscured Christianity’s most beneficial and essential teachings: those that arise out of personal, mystical experiences of the Divine; $20; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Virtual Event -- Christian Mystics: 365 Readings and Meditations. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Thursday, April 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula

a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief, caregiving, experiencing the weight of change, or have questions/thoughts on the many ways death and dying touch our lives; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Saturday, April 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, April 20, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

At Last! A Powerful, Simple, Helpful Understanding of the Chakras

led by Kathleen Collins; learn how to 'control' your own energy and stay alert to your health and emotional well-being; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: At Last! A Powerful, Simple, Helpful Understanding of the Chakras. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Saturday, April 25, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, April 27, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Turkey Through My Eyes: Stories from Home

presented by the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Turkey Through My Eyes: Stories from Home. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, May 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland

on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, May 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.