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Club 800 Financial Literacy 101

Financial Literacy

Learn essential financial skills like budgeting, saving, managing debt, and understanding credit to build a foundation for financial success and long-term stability.

Take control of your financial future with this comprehensive introductory course designed to build a solid foundation in financial literacy. Club 800: Financial Literacy 101 covers key topics, including creating and maintaining a budget, developing smart saving habits, understanding debt and how to manage it, building and maintaining good credit, and setting realistic, achievable financial goals.

Through practical tools, engaging discussions, and real-world examples, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to make informed financial decisions. Whether you're just starting out or looking to strengthen your financial skills, this course provides actionable strategies to help you achieve financial stability, independence, and success.

Perfect for individuals of all ages and financial backgrounds, Club 800 is more than a class—it's a step toward your brighter financial future. Join us and start your journey today!

Main Library

info@rockfordpubliclibrary.org
Phone: (815) 965-7606
Fax: (815) 963-7843
Branch manager
Donna Hopson

Hours
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Mon, Oct 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 11 Closed

About the library

The 66,000 sq.ft. Main Library opened in spring of 2024 and serves as the Rockford Public Library's main downtown facility. The newly constructed space boasts a 1st floor Children's Area complete with a dedicated computer lab, three program rooms, play structure with slide, and baby garden, a Maker Lab with access to 3D printers and scanners and small board computers, podcasting room, green screen video room, a large Young Adult Zone with gaming center, adult computer lab, local history room, and several meeting and study rooms accommodating groups of 2-8 people. Additional features include a large interactive screen, two roof-top terraces, one of which is available for rent as part of our large event space on the third floor, underground parking, and drive-thru book drop holds pickup!

Upcoming events

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Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Event Space
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5

Mon, Oct 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Event Space
Experienced gamers and newbies alike are welcome for a casual night of video games and making new friends. For ages 9 to 13 in the Tween Room!

Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
WREX Classroom
All ages are welcome to join us for a fun evening of playing dominoes! Part of RPL's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Tue, Oct 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
WREX Classroom
Register for this specialized book club via Lifescape and receive a copy of the book to read from the library.

Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Room 115B: Story Time
Pokémon Club attendees can learn, play, and connect through the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and other activities designed for their age range.

Wed, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Love to crochet? So do we! Bring in your UFO stands for "unfinished object". It's a term used to describe a project that has been temporarily or permanently abandoned.

Wed, Oct 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Learn about and create pottery!

Thu, Oct 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
A social hour for homeschool families.

Thu, Oct 08, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Banned Books Week 2026

Thu, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Room 208: Maker Activity B
Learn how to use the library's sewing machines in this introductory class. Space is limited; registration suggested
This event is full

Fri, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Drop in on Friday afternoons to get crafty! Every week, we'll whip up a fun and fresh craft for you to create. All supplies will be provided.

Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Rooms 207 & 208: Maker Activity A & B
Let’s make some creative cards! Bring your imagination and creativity to the class.

Sat, Oct 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
RPLF Teen Zone / Active Zone
Want a NeeDoh but can't find one? Come make a DIY version in the Teen Zone!

Sat, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Rooms 115A & 115B: Activity and Story Time
Join the Rockford Symphony Orchestra at the Main Branch Library for a special musical storytime series designed for young children and their families!

Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Children's Event Space
Books, songs, rhymes, and crafts for children ages 3-5

Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
WREX Classroom
Come play a relaxed game of chess at the library! Sets and boards provided, all skill levels welcome. We meet every other Monday night.