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pinecone bird feeder take home kit / saturday november 16

Pinecone Bird Feeder Take Home Kit

All Day 11/16 - 11/30
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Kit
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Sign up for your pinecone bird feeder kit and share a little snack with your feathered friends as winter cold moves in! * Allergen information : this kit contains peanut butte...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Body:

Sign up for your pinecone bird feeder kit and share a little snack with your feathered friends as winter cold moves in!

 

* Allergen information : this kit contains peanut butter *

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Little Movers Storytime

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Group of teens with TLC and Teen Library Council writing

Teen Library Council

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Students in grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about Library programs, materials, and services. Meetings will be on the third Thursday of the month at 3:30. Great w...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Meeting
Body:

Students in grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about Library programs, materials, and services. Meetings will be on the third Thursday of the month at 3:30.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

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Da Vinci Kids

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Make sunflowers as we learn about Vincent Van Gogh! Ages 3 - 6 with an adult. All craft supplies will be provided.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:

Make sunflowers as we learn about Vincent Van Gogh!

Ages 3 - 6 with an adult. All craft supplies will be provided.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

mpl makers club

MPL Makers Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Body:

Meet up with fellow makers for an open craft night in our new MPL Makers Club : The 2nd Floor Programming Room will be open to come together & work on any of your crafty end...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Body:

Meet up with fellow makers for an open craft night in our new MPL Makers Club :

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

MESSING AROUND! written over multiple splatters of color

Messing Around!

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

It's time to get messy! Enjoy activities that are too messy to try at home. Siblings welcome. Birth to 6 years old.Some activities will contain food items. Please contact Children'...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

It's time to get messy! Enjoy activities that are too messy to try at home. Siblings welcome. Birth to 6 years old.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Image of a D20 die, coins, a sword, a map and a skull, and words on a scroll. Image reads: Young Adventurer's Club; Every 4th Monday, 5:00PM; Children's Program Room

Young Adventurer's Club

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

The adventure begins! Students in 3rd - 5th Grade are invited to play Dungeons and Dragons at the library with us! This session will have limited materials available, so we...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Body:

The adventure begins! Students in 3rd - 5th Grade are invited to play Dungeons and Dragons at the library with us!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Kim Sigafus McIver will present Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History, November 25, 2024 at 6PM

Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Body:

Dressed in her native regalia, Kim will give a history of Natives in Illinois with a focus on Native women, or what was considered “The Hidden Half,” focusing on such figures as Si...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: History, Presentation
Body:

Dressed in her native regalia, Kim will give a history of Natives in Illinois with a focus on Native women, or what was considered “The Hidden Half,” focusing on such figures as Singing Bird (Blackhawk’s wife), and Hononegah.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Purple background with teens playing various games and text reading Teen Time

Teen Time

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Corner at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner.  Stick around for Teen Time Plus, starti...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Teen Corner
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner. 

Stick around for Teen Time Plus, starting at 3:30 in the Second Floor Program room!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Thanksgiving Day

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Moline Public Library

Closed for Thanksgiving Day and Day After Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Thanksgiving Day and Day After Thanksgiving.

Purple book with face, candy, and smiling orange pen with text reading Teen BookFix

Teen BookFix

All Day 12/1 - 12/8
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Kit, Literary, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Sign up beginning December 1 for a Teen/Tween BookFix bundle that includes bookish goodies to keep and a book chosen just for you to check out!  After registering, your confir...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Kit, Literary, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Body:

Sign up beginning December 1 for a Teen/Tween BookFix bundle that includes bookish goodies to keep and a book chosen just for you to check out!  After registering, your confirmation email will include a link to a survey that must be filled ou

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

sunny

Quad City Arts Visiting Artist: Sunny Jain

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

The career of Sunny Jain is a celebration of cultural diaspora: deep-rooted tradition that ripples outward, changing – and being changed by – the cultures that it touches. He is a ...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music, Special Event
Body:

The career of Sunny Jain is a celebration of cultural diaspora: deep-rooted tradition that ripples outward, changing – and being changed by – the cultures that it touches. He is a composer, drummer, dhol player and thought leader.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Purple background with teens playing various games and text reading Teen Time

Teen Time

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Corner at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner.  Stick around for Teen Time Plus, starti...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Teen Corner
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner. 

Stick around for Teen Time Plus, starting at 3:30 in the Second Floor Program room!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Teen Time Plus: Coding littleBits December 4 3:30 to 5:00

Teen Time Plus: Coding

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
PNG Footer:

Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Li...

Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 can create a holiday light show with littleBits. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 can create a holiday light show with littleBits. 

Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

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Sew Fun! - Winter Bunny Wrist Stuffie

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Kids will learn new hand sewing techniques to make this super cute and squishy wrist stuffie! These soft bunnies are easy and fun to make, are an amazing fashion statement, and can...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Body:

Kids will learn new hand sewing techniques to make this super cute and squishy wrist stuffie! These soft bunnies are easy and fun to make, are an amazing fashion statement, and can be perfect for gift-giving during the holiday season!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

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Rooting Out Poverty Book Club - Book Club Social!

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 79
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Teen Nailed It! Challenge

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are invited to a Nailed It! decorating contest. Try your hand at decorating a cookie and cupcake for a chance to win a prize! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Body:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are invited to a Nailed It! decorating contest. Try your hand at decorating a cookie and cupcake for a chance to win a prize! 

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

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Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Drop in between 2pm & 4pm to see Santa and share your list with the Head Elf himself!  At this fun holiday event, kids and families can meet Santa and take pictures if the...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Holiday, Special Event
Body:

Drop in between 2pm & 4pm to see Santa and share your list with the Head Elf himself!  At this fun holiday event, kids and families can meet Santa and take pictures if they wish, plus make stops around the North Pole to do crafts and acti

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Illinois Unclaimed Property

Illinois Unclaimed Property

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

The State Treasurer is holding more than 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner ...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

The State Treasurer is holding more than 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

A girl in a red jacket jumps up while smiling. Above her are the words Sensitive Storytime. Next to her are the words Registration Required.

Sensitive Storytime

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Join us for a storytime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. Sensitive Storytime is ideal for young children with s...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Body:

Join us for a storytime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience.

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Purple background with teens playing various games and text reading Teen Time

Teen Time

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Corner at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner.  Stick around for Teen Time Plus, starti...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Teen Corner
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join us every Wednesday after Moline schools dismiss for games and activities in the Teen Corner. 

Stick around for Teen Time Plus, starting at 3:30 in the Second Floor Program room!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Picture of rainbow drawn on clear bookend with text describing event

Teen Time Plus: Arts and Crafts - Brilliant Book Ends

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
PNG Footer:

Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Li...

Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 are invited to Teen Time Plus: Arts and Crafts on Wednesday, December 11. We will decorate clear acrylic book ends with paint pens. Whil...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 are invited to Teen Time Plus: Arts and Crafts on Wednesday, December 11. We will decorate clear acrylic book ends with paint pens. 

Funding for Project Next Generation is provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services to the Secretary of State/Illinois State Library under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Sensitive Christmas Party. Registration Required. A snowman is in the left corner, a decorated christmas tree on the right, and Christmas presents in between

Sensitive Christmas Party

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

This special Christmas event is for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other Christmas program overwhelming. Games, crafts, and holida...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Holiday, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Body:

This special Christmas event is for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other Christmas program overwhelming. Games, crafts, and holiday fun! For preschool age and up with an adult. 

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance. 

Quad City Singers

Quad City Singers Holiday Concert

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Enjoy some holiday tunes with the Quad City Singers!This talented group of musicians will surely get you in the holiday spirit. Under the direction of Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger, ...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Body:

Enjoy some holiday tunes with the Quad City Singers!

Please note:

Any person with disabilities who wishes to attend an event and requires a special accommodation should notify the Moline Public Library (see Contact Info on this page). Please contact the Library at least 24 hours in advance.