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Build Your Own Fairy House

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Bring the magic of nature to your garden by making your own fairy house. Build a new home for your fairy friends made with items found right outside! Materials will be provided by ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Body:

Bring the magic of nature to your garden by making your own fairy house. Build a new home for your fairy friends made with items found right outside!

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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What's The Stigma?

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Body:

The Gray Matters Collective presents "What's the Stigma?," an educational speaker series focused on breaking the barriers of societal stigmas. First Session: Interest meeting. Seri...

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

The Gray Matters Collective presents "What's the Stigma?," an educational speaker series focused on breaking the barriers of societal stigmas. First Session: Interest meeting. Series participants will receive a certificate.

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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Pageturners

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

A contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month.  Books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can b...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

A contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month.  Books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be picked up at the Information Desk.  Or find any copy an

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. 

Harpist Lydia Olson

Heavenly Harps with Lydia Olson

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Come on in and enjoy a performance by harpist Lydia Olson of Heavenly Harps! During this performance not only will you be serenaded by beautiful music, but you'll also learn a lot ...

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

Come on in and enjoy a performance by harpist Lydia Olson of Heavenly Harps! During this performance not only will you be serenaded by beautiful music, but you'll also learn a lot about the harp and maybe even get to try it out yourself.

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. 

Laura Ernst Kinetic Entertainment

Laura Ernst - Kinetic Artist

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

This one-woman variety show will have everyone on the edge of their seats!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Performer
Body:

This one-woman variety show will have everyone on the edge of their seats!

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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Storytime with a Splash

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Share stories and songs in the summer sun and then enjoy fun on the NEW Splash Pad at Riverside Riverslide! For children birth to 6 years old with an adult. If you have a...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Share stories and songs in the summer sun and then enjoy fun on the NEW Splash Pad at Riverside Riverslide! For children birth to 6 years old with an adult. If you have any items to return to the library, you can leave them with us and w

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. 

Brent Allan

Brent Allan presents: Alabama Max and the Last Book Dragon

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

A fun program of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Performer
Body:

A fun program of magic, puppets and comedy that kids are sure to love!

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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Art of Drawing Series - Drawing Edges

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Learn how to see and draw like an artist. We will practice the art of seeing with contour drawings (line drawings) where you will get to put your brain to the test! This lesson als...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Learn how to see and draw like an artist. We will practice the art of seeing with contour drawings (line drawings) where you will get to put your brain to the test!

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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Sensitive Storytime

Tuesday, June 11, 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: 9
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. 

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Teen Pride Party

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Those going into Grades 6-12, join us between 1 pm and 2:30 pm to celebrate Pride Month together with crafts, activities and fun! 

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

Those going into Grades 6-12, join us between 1 pm and 2:30 pm to celebrate Pride Month together with crafts, activities and fun! 

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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Library Board Meeting

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 12:00 p.m.   Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following app...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Bronze Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting
Body:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 12:00 p.m.  

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

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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Teen Henna

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Join us to learn about the history, cultural significance and application techniques of henna from local artist, Ranjani Gopikrishna. Classes offer hands-on instruction in the...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Join us to learn about the history, cultural significance and application techniques of henna from local artist, Ranjani Gopikrishna. Classes offer hands-on instruction in the traditional art of applying henna designs to the skin.

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. 

Fantasy Castle

Creativity Lab- Dream Castles

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Create your dream castle!  All craft supplies will be provided. provided. Take completed castle home to enjoy or enter it in our art contest!  For kids and families th...

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

Create your dream castle!  All craft supplies will be provided. provided. Take completed castle home to enjoy or enter it in our art contest! 

For kids and families through fifth grade.  No registration required.

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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Stories in the Park - Browning Park

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun! For children birth to 6 years old with an adult. If you have any items to return to th...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun! For children birth to 6 years old 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. 

image: a sea turtle swimming through coral. text: PJ Party Story Time - The Ocean Monday, June 17th at 6:00 pm

PJ Party Storytime - The Ocean!

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

This month's theme: THE OCEAN! Put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children's Program Room and get ready to dive into the OCEAN!! Through songs and picture books we will learn a...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Body:

This month's theme: THE OCEAN!

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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Book 'Em Mystery Book Group

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Come pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information Desk and start sleuthing today!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Come pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information Desk and start sleuthing today!

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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Art of Drawing Series - Drawing Spaces

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

We will explore how to arrange captivating art compositions using both negative and positive space. You will learn how to draw what is there by seeing what isn’t there!

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

We will explore how to arrange captivating art compositions using both negative and positive space. You will learn how to draw what is there by seeing what isn’t there!

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. 

Sunshine Nails by Mai Nguyen

Novel Naptime Book Club

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Families
Body:

Do you have young kids and can't seem to find the time to get away for a fulfilling book group? Come join us for Novel Naptime, a popular materials book group for parents - where k...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Do you have young kids and can't seem to find the time to get away for a fulfilling book group? Come join us for Novel Naptime, a popular materials book group for parents - where kids preschool age and under are welcome!

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Colbrese Farms Petting Zoo

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Parking Lot at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

All ages Come meet the numerous animals from Colbrese Farms! Pet animals ranging from baby goats to larger animals like a cow or horse.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

All ages

Come meet the numerous animals from Colbrese Farms! Pet animals ranging from baby goats to larger animals like a cow or horse.

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. 

Mason Jar

Mason Jar String Art

Wednesday, June 19, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Please join Moline Public Library and Mindy Mathews from High Strung by 3M for another beautiful string art project!  

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Body:

Please join Moline Public Library and Mindy Mathews from High Strung by 3M for another beautiful string art project!

 

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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Rules of the Road Class

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Nancy Johnson, volunteer with the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State, will present a free, 90-minute Illinois Rules of the Road class for seniors. Space is limited and regis...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Nancy Johnson, volunteer with the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State, will present a free, 90-minute Illinois Rules of the Road class for seniors. Space is limited and registration is required.

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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MPL Makers Club

Thursday, June 20, 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. 

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Stories in the Park - Ben Butterworth Parkway East Shelter

Monday, June 24, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun! For children birth to 6 years old with an adult. If you have any items to return ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Join us during the summer in a different park around Moline for stories, songs, and fun! For children birth to 6 years old with an adult. If you have any items to return to the library, you can leave them with us and we will return them

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. 

David Casas

Magician David Casas

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

This fast-paced interactive magic show features mind-blowing magic, hilarious family friendly comedy, and plenty of audience participation.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Performer
Body:

This fast-paced interactive magic show features mind-blowing magic, hilarious family friendly comedy, and plenty of audience participation.

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.