Be sure to check out some exciting upcoming library programs below:
- Preschool Power Storytime
Monday, November 09 2026 10:00am - 10:45am Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5
- Babes and Books
Monday, November 09 2026 11:00am - 11:45am NEW to East Branch! This interactive storytime for young children from birth to 24 months focuses on their development, incorporating music, movement, and reading.
- Mobile Library Stop--Johnson Elementary School
Monday, November 09 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
- RPL Chess Club
Monday, November 09 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm Come play a relaxed game of chess at the library! Sets and boards provided, all skill levels welcome. We meet every other Monday night.
- Mobile Library Stop--RVC Center for Learning in Retirement
Tuesday, November 10 2026 9:00am - 9:45am Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
- DigiLibrary Stop-Public Computer Time at Brooke Rd Community
Tuesday, November 10 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm Stop into the Rockford Public Library's DigiLibrary.
- Musical Munchkins
Tuesday, November 10 2026 10:00am - 10:30am Dance and sing the morning away at this active storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.
- Tunes & Tales Storytime
Tuesday, November 10 2026 11:15am - 12:00pm Join us for an active Storytime where we will read stories, sing songs, and have you up and dancing!
- Breathe Easy at Your Library
Tuesday, November 10 2026 2:00pm - 2:45pm Join us for a four-part monthly series focused on breathing techniques to relieve stress for seniors, as well as caregivers!
- Mobile Library Stop--11th Street Plaza
Tuesday, November 10 2026 4:15pm - 5:00pm Stop into the Rockford Public Library's Mobile Library.
- Backgammon Interest Group
Tuesday, November 10 2026 4:30pm - 7:00pm Join fellow backgammon enthusiasts to refine your skills and enjoy some exciting games of backgammon!
- After School Gaming (ages 9-12)
Tuesday, November 10 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm Come celebrate international games month and RPL's Week of Play
- Shimmer and Shine Book Leaves
Tuesday, November 10 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm Come make some fall decor with old book pages and some glitter!
- A Songwriter's Workshop
Tuesday, November 10 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm A space for experienced and amateur songwriters/producers alike to collaborate and grow together.
- Digital Detox Series : " What's your word?"
Tuesday, November 10 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm Join us for an evening of abstraction and transformation of a single word into marks, pattern, and colors. This is doodling with intention! All ability levels welcome.
For a full list of upcoming library programs please visit: RPL Events