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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...

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. 

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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. 

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!  Craft supplies provided.  No registration required. Take completed castle home to enjoy or enter it in our art contest!  For kids and fami...

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

Create your dream castle!  Craft supplies provided.  No registration required. Take completed castle home to enjoy or enter it in our art contest!  For kids and families through fifth grade.  

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. 

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!

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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. 

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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. 

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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, associated with AARP and 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 ...

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, associated with AARP and 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.

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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. 

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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. 

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Art of Drawing Series - Drawing Relationships

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Drawing Relationships - Have you ever been frustrated when your drawing isn’t turning out how you want it to? It’s all about perspective! We will learn how artists tackle two ...

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

Drawing Relationships - Have you ever been frustrated when your drawing isn’t turning out how you want it to? It’s all about perspective!

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

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Presentation
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Presentation
Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Bright Star Touring Theatre

Bright Star Touring Theater presents: Storybook Tales - Pinocchio & Robin Hood

Friday, June 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Whether it’s dashing through the streets of Gepetto’s Italian village or hiking through the Sherwood Forest in Nottingham, England, comic duo Lenny and Mabel, “The Greatest Ac...

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

Whether it’s dashing through the streets of Gepetto’s Italian village or hiking through the Sherwood Forest in Nottingham, England, comic duo Lenny and Mabel, “The Greatest Actors In The World” are sure to delight in this fun collection of st

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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Epic Adventure Teen Photography Contest Voting

All Day 7/1 - 7/13
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Everyone
Body:

Stop in and view the Teen Photography Contest entries and vote for your favorite! Voting begins July 1st and ends July 13th. Winners will be decided by popular vote and will ...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Body:

Stop in and view the Teen Photography Contest entries and vote for your favorite!

Voting begins July 1st and ends July 13th.

Winners will be decided by popular vote and will receive 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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Stories in the Park - Stephens Park

Monday, July 1, 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. 

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Dungeons and Dragons: Young Adventurer's Quest

Monday, July 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

The adventure begins! Students in 3rd - 5th Grade are invited to learn how to play and run their own Dungeons & Dragons game! Players will learn the basics of how to play,...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Body:

The adventure begins! Students in 3rd - 5th Grade are invited to learn how to play and run their own Dungeons & Dragons game!

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, July 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Body:

Join The Gray Matters Collective for an informational speaker series focused on breaking the barriers of societal stigmas. For those ages 13 and up. Light refreshments will be serv...

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

Join The Gray Matters Collective for an informational speaker series focused on breaking the barriers of societal stigmas. For those ages 13 and up. Light refreshments will be served. 

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. 

Pageturners

Tuesday, July 2, 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

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Art of Drawing Series - Drawing Light and Shadows

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

We will be exploring how to see lights and shadows. Practice the same shading techniques that artists use to make things look three-dimensional.

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 be exploring how to see lights and shadows. Practice the same shading techniques that artists use to make things look three-dimensional.

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. 

The Spoon Man

The Spoon Man - Musical Comedian

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

An interactive comedy show, Spoon Man provides clean humor for all ages (he would never use dirty silverware)!

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

An interactive comedy show, Spoon Man provides clean humor for all ages (he would never use dirty silverware)!

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.