Checked In: A Davenport Library Podcast Davenport Library Librarians

In this month's episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie sat down with the Davenport Public Library director, Jeff Collins, and Board of Trustees President, Steve Imming, to discuss all the recent changes and achievements our library has made in the last year. The also spoke with Aubrey from Family Resources about Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the different support services offered at Family Resources. And as always, they talk books, books, and more books.

Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Plant Swap - April 20th @ 2-4pm | Eastern
Teens/Tweens: Teen DIY: Disco Ball Painting - April, 20th @ 1-3pm | Eastern
Kids: Kits Every Saturday - While Supplies Last! | All Locations

To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!

Helpful links from our discussion:
Amani Community Resources - A Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Agency providing innovative culturally specific services to African Americans throughout the State of Iowa.

Family Resources - Social Services organization for survivors of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, human trafficking, homicide, and other violent crimes.

Seed Library - Open at our Main library, March - September 2024

Goodreads - Follow us on Goodreads!

Library Links:
The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library
Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically!
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!

In this month's episode, Stephanie and Michelle are joined by Family Resource's Iowa Domestic Abuse Advocate, Sydney, as well as our own social worker Quinn, to discuss resources for young people facing violence in their relationships. Our librarians also discuss dragon books (for all the Fourth Wing fans!), and interview one of our Special Collections Librarians about outstanding women in Davenport history.

Some upcoming programs:
Adults: Publishing Workshop Series with the Midwest Writing Center - March 6th @ 6-7:30pm | Fairmount
Tweens: Tween Pop Tasting Challenge - March 11th @ 1-2pm | Main
Kids: National Puppy Day Storytime & Craft - March 23rd @ 10-11am | Fairmount

Helpful links from our discussion:
Richardson-Sloane Special Collections - Sign up for weekly blog posts from Special Collections and learn more about local Davenport history

Family Resources 

Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!

To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide! 

In this episode, Brittany, Michelle, and Stephanie chat with social worker Aaron Shivers from Oak Street Health and talk about Groundhog Day Books! 

Some upcoming programs:
Davenport Black Voices: A Worthy Story –  February 22nd @ 6 – 7pm | Fairmount
Teen DIY: Faux Neon Sign – February 17th @ 11 – 12pm | Main
Palentine’s Party – February 13th @ 4 – 5pm | Fairmount

Helpful links from our discussion:
Oak St. Health (Davenport, IA)
Kanopy
QC Beats
Black History Month Reading Challenge

Library Links:
Simply Held - Choose any author, celebrity pick, fiction pick, and/or nonfiction pick and The Library will put the latest title on hold for you automatically! Select as many as you want. Questions? Give us a call: (563) 326-7832 
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!

To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide! 

Join Brittany and Stephanie for a special bonus episode as they sit down and talk with ALA President Emily Drabinski about LibLearnX, books, and the amazing things Libraries are doing! 

On this month's episode, the librarians discuss setting reading goals and so much more! To share feedback or if you have segment ideas, please email checked.in@davenportlibrary.com.

Helpful Links:
Staff Picks Publication
Navigating Religious Diversity in the Workplace 
6 Tips for Navigating Your Religious Needs at Work 
Religious Landscape
Animated Map Shows How Religion Spread Around the World
All Major Religions Explained in 6 Minute: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism
Online Reading Challenge - Beanstack - Info Cafe
Winter Reading Challenge
Formalwear Giveaways: January 12th & January 13th
Minifig Me
Tea Blending Workshop
Calendar of Events
Reading Recommendations Page

In their final episode of 2023, Michelle, Stephanie, and Brittany air their reading grievances in celebration of Festivus– the book edition! They also discuss short books to read for those hurrying to meet their 2023 reading goals, cold weather novels, and upcoming December programs.   

Some upcoming programs:
 "Llama Llama Pajama Party" – December 16th @ 2pm | Eastern
"Formal Wear Dropoff" – Dec. 22nd & Dec. 30th @ 9am – 5:30pm | Eastern | Fairmount
"Teen Snack Around the World" – Dec. 30th @ 3:30pm | Fairmount

Helpful links from our discussion:
Enhanced Children's Areas
Online Reading Challenge - 2024 Sneak Peak

Library Links:
Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.
Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!
Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!

To find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In Libguide!