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Local authors added so far in 2025
Dozens of titles were added to our Local Authors collection during the first half of 2025. These are books written by authors born or living in Scott County, Iowa, or Rock Island County, Illinois. In most cases, the items were donated to the Davenport Public Library by the authors themselves.
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten
The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a free, self-paced, program designed to support babies, toddlers, and young children in developing essential early literacy skills. This initiative aims to prepare them for school readiness and foster a foundation for lifelong success!
Library Shirts!
T-shirts, sweatshirts, stickers, bags, and more designed by library lovers, for library lovers! Each purchase helps Davenport Public Library fulfill its mission to connect a diverse community to resources that educate, enrich, and entertain.
The Library's Foundation
The FRIENDS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to raising funds and managing an endowment portfolio to support The Library's initiatives.
The FRIENDS operate used bookstores at each Davenport Public Library location and fund 100% of The Library's programming.