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Image of people cosplaying various characters: a princess, a knight, a ninja, an elven warrior, and an adventurer. Text reads: Library Legends Costume Contest; All Ages Welcome; Submissions Accepted: March 31st - April 26th; Voting begins: April 27th - May 3rd

Library Legends Virtual Costume Contest

All Day 3/31 - 4/26
Library at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone

Do you love cosplay, but don't have the time to come in for an in-person competition during one of the biggest days of a comic book fan's calendar? Want to try your hand at a costume competition without the crowds? Now's your chance!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Body:

Do you love cosplay, but don't have the time to come in for an in-person competition during one of the biggest days of a comic book fan's calendar? Want to try your hand at a costume competition without the crowds? Now's your chance!

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. 

Easter Sunday

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Easter Sunday.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Easter Sunday.

Earth Day at the Library in white letter surrounding a graphic of Earth

Earth Day at the Library!

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Holiday, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate Earth Day at the library! Start with making seed bombs you can plant at home in the Children's Program Room at 5:00, followed by games and even more fun activities to celebrate the planet throughout the Children's Department.

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

Celebrate Earth Day at the library! Start with making seed bombs you can plant at home in the Children's Program Room at 5:00, followed by games and even more fun activities to celebrate the planet throughout the Children's Department.

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. 

Spring Brook and Spring Valley Outreach

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

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. 

tan background with purple flowers and text reading Teen Poetry Café

Teen Poetry Café

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Literary, Presentation, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Families

All poets who enter the 2025 Teen Poetry Contest and their guests are invited to the Awards Ceremony and Poetry Café. Poets can read their poems, and prizes will be awarded to the contest winners as well as those who choose to read.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens, Families
Program Type: Literary, Presentation, Special Event
Body:

All poets who enter the 2025 Teen Poetry Contest and their guests are invited to the Awards Ceremony and Poetry Café. Poets can read their poems, and prizes will be awarded to the contest winners as well as those who choose to read.

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. 

Text reads: Free Comic Book Day; 1st Saturday in May; May 3, 2025

Free Comic Book Day

All Day
Library at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Exhibit, Literary, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, Everyone

Celebrate your love of comics and graphic novels here at the Library! Come in costume, pick up a free comic or two, play some games, and take some fun pictures! Check out each of our departments for fun comic-themed games and crafts.

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Exhibit, Literary, Special Event
Body:

Celebrate your love of comics and graphic novels here at the Library! Come in costume, pick up a free comic or two, play some games, and take some fun pictures! Check out each of our departments for fun comic-themed games and crafts.

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. 

3 boba tea cups under Boba Tea Taste Testing Party. Registration Required next to the cups and rainbows in the top left and bottom right corner

Boba Tea Taste Testing Party

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Try out different flavors of boba tea and guess a mystery flavor! Share your opinions and vote for your favorite while enjoying other fun activities.

 

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Body:

Try out different flavors of boba tea and guess a mystery flavor! Share your opinions and vote for your favorite while enjoying other fun activities.

 

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 Mario Super Star embroidery project. Text reads: Sew Fun! Super Geeky Embroidery

Sew Fun! - Simple Geeky Embroidery

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

This month, we're learning how we can decorate fabrics with thread through the very, very basics of embroidery!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Body:

This month, we're learning how we can decorate fabrics with thread through the very, very basics of embroidery!

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. 

Mother's Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Mother's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Mother's Day.

4 children playing pretend under the words Make Believe City

Make Believe City

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Come play pretend in our Make Believe City! Pretend to be a firefighter or farmer, go to the laundromat, visit the grocery store, and so much more! For children 0 to 6, siblings welcome. 

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

Come play pretend in our Make Believe City! Pretend to be a firefighter or farmer, go to the laundromat, visit the grocery store, and so much more! For children 0 to 6, siblings welcome. 

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 Playtime - Superheroes surrounded by 3 kids that are dressed like superheroes

Sensitive Playtime - Superheroes

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience.

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

Join us for a drop-in playtime 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. 

Pastel colored sky with colorful dragons and text reading Summer Reading Decorating Party

Summer Reading Decorating Party

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Help get the Teen Corner ready for the Summer Reading Program. This after-hours event will take place in the Children's Program Room, and no one will be admitted once the Library closes at 5:00. Enjoy pizza and drinks while you work.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Body:

Help get the Teen Corner ready for the Summer Reading Program. This after-hours event will take place in the Children's Program Room, and no one will be admitted once the Library closes at 5:00. Enjoy pizza and drinks while you work.

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 characters from Spy x Family - Loid Forger, Anya Forger & Yor Forger - on a red airplane. Text Reads: Kids Anime Club, January 15th, 5:00PM, Children's Program Room. Anya has a speech bubble that reads, "let's go to the library!"

Kids Anime Club

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Meeting, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Are you in 3rd - 5th Grade? Do you like anime and manga? Want to learn more about Asian culture? Then stop by the Kids Anime Club at the Moline Public Library!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Meeting, Special Event
Body:

Are you in 3rd - 5th Grade? Do you like anime and manga? Want to learn more about Asian culture? Then stop by the Kids Anime Club at the Moline Public Library!

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. 

Memorial Day Weekend

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Moline Public Library

Closed for Memorial Day Weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Memorial Day Weekend.

Tummy Time in white text against a background with multiple shades of blue. A pink bunny and a smiling sun with a cloud are in each bottom corner.

Tummy Time

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Let's make tummy time terrific! Bring your baby to the Children's Program Room for fun sensory activities while lying on their tummy. This month we'll be playing with sensory bags! For babies 0 - 12 months with their caregiver(s). 

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

Let's make tummy time terrific! Bring your baby to the Children's Program Room for fun sensory activities while lying on their tummy. This month we'll be playing with sensory bags! For babies 0 - 12 months with their caregiver(s). 

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. 

tenant know your rights / thursday may 29

Tenant Know Your Rights Series

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Class, Presentation, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prairie State Legal Services, Iowa Legal Aid, the QC Interfaith Tenant Alliance, and Americorps warmly invite you to join us for part one of our three-part series : “Tenant Know Your Rights - Rights and Responsibilities." This first session will b

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class, Presentation, Special Event
Body:

Prairie State Legal Services, Iowa Legal Aid, the QC Interfaith Tenant Alliance, and Americorps warmly invite you to join us for part one of our three-part series : “Tenant Know Your Rights - Rights and Responsibilities." This first session will b

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. 

Create with the Figge!

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event

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. 

Father's Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Father's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Father's Day.

Buildings made of candy under Candy Land Sensory Play

Candy Land Sensory Play

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Explore different Candy Land-themed sensory stations! Walk the Rainbow Trail, dig in the Peppermint Forest sensory bin, paint with chocolate from the Chocolate Swamp, and so much more! Some activities may be messy; please dress accordingly.

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

Explore different Candy Land-themed sensory stations! Walk the Rainbow Trail, dig in the Peppermint Forest sensory bin, paint with chocolate from the Chocolate Swamp, and so much more! Some activities may be messy; please dress accordingly.

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. 

Pride at the Library written over a rainbow

Pride at the Library

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Children's Area at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families

Happy Pride! Join us in the Children's Program Room at 5:30 for a special Pride-themed storytime followed by activities in the department. 

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

Happy Pride! Join us in the Children's Program Room at 5:30 for a special Pride-themed storytime followed by activities in the department. 

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. 

Independence Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Independence Day.

Sensitive Playtime in the middle with crayon drawings of a rainbow, hearts, and a shooting star

Sensitive Playtime

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience.

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

Join us for a drop-in playtime 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. 

Labor Day Weekend

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
Moline Public Library

Closed for Labor Day Weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Labor Day Weekend.

Veterans Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Veterans Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Veterans Day.