Eldridge Branch

Join Miss Kerri and Miss Emily for stories, songs, silliness and more for ages 0-6 years old with their grownup!

We are hiring for a part-time position. Apply online to join our team.

We will create a fruit coconut tree snack, decorated fish cookies and  a yogurt sand cup with a dolphin.  This will be all toped off with a frothy tropical punch. Ages 8+; 6-7 with an adult.

Registration required: bit.ly/moanacook26

Come play at the library! Miss Kerri will be gone, so this will be a stay & play. For babies (0-24 months) with their grownups!

Teens, come and make a pet cactus rock. Registration not required, but supplies are limited. First come, first serve For ages 11-17.

Build, play, and share your own video games! From characters to scenes to power-ups, YOU design and make it. And, best of all, we’ll play each other’s games and give constructive feedback. Bring your own device, if you’d like; limited Chromebooks and tablets will be available.

Space is limited and registration is required: bit.ly/sclsblox26.  This is a 3 day camp; each session builds on the previous day. For ages 7-13 only.

Wednesday, July 22 = 10 AM-12 PM

Thursday, July 23 = 10 AM-12 PM

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Turn your favorite books into delicious works of art! Join us during our Summer Reading Finale Party for an Edible Book Festival & Contest. Create an edible display inspired by a book, author, or literary character—then bring it to share, display, and compete for fun prizes. Whether you're a baker, builder, or book lover, this is your chance to combine creativity and cuisine! Google sign-up will open July 1.

Visit any Scott County Library System branch to pick up a paper reading log or participate online via Beanstack. Read and attend library events to complete levels and earn prizes. Summer at the Library is free and readers of all ages and abilities can participate!

How the Challenge Works

Build a reading habit! Track the days this summer that you read for 20 minutes or more.

        Level 1: Read 10 Days (free book)

        Level 2: Read 20 Days (free passes)

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Join us at Portillo's in Davenport for a fundraiser to support the Friends of the Eldridge Branch Library on August 12, 2026, from 5-8 PM.

20% of sales will benefit our Friends. Order online or in app for pickup using code PORTILLOS60 before checkout in the "Coupon Code" field, or show the flyer or a digital version to the cashier when ordering at the restaurant. Valid on drive-thru, pickup, kiosk, and in-restaurant orders. 

Attention, Scott County Library System supporters! Our library's new merch is here! T-shirts, sweatshirts, kids' options, and tote bags are now available! More designs and colors to choose from! Show your love for the library and grab yours today! Proceeds support our programs and services! bit.ly/sclsmerch

Meet Amira, your child's new reading buddy! This AI-powered assistant helps kids practice reading out loud with immediate feedback, making learning fun and interactive! Available in both English and Spanish, Amira is FREE for K-6 students through 2026! Ready to boost your child's reading skills? Register now at bit.ly/sclsamira

Already registered? Click here to get to the Amira practice site.

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LOTE4Kids is our new online database of digital books in World Languages, which allows kids to enjoy the magic of books in LOTE (Languages Other Than English). Each book comes with English translations to help kids learn languages. LOTE4Kids has thousands of picture books in 100+ languages, with new books and languages being released each month.
 

Explore the LOTE4Kids website or download the LOTE4Kids App from Google Play, or the Apple App Store. All you need is your Scott County Library card [ Click Title for Full Article ]