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Drop-In Tie-Dye Party

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, Everyone
Body:

Because of the rainy weather, we will be in the Meeting Rooms off the lobby. Meet us any time between 10 am and 1 pm in Meeting Rooms off the lobby with a clean item to tie-dye!&nb

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Families, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Body:
Because of the rainy weather, we will be in the Meeting Rooms off the lobby. Meet us any time between 10 am and 1 pm in Meeting Rooms off the lobby with a clean item to tie-dye!  White cotton items work best. You may also purchase a canvas tote ...

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. 

Blue background with text reading Teen Time Unwind Squishies and a pink and green cupcake

Teen Time - Unwind: Squishies

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 6-12 join us for our weekly Teen Time Program.  This week's theme is Unwind and we will paint cupcake-shaped squishies! No registration. All supplie

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:
Tweens and Teens in grades 6-12 join us for our weekly Teen Time Program.  This week's theme is Unwind and we will paint cupcake-shaped squishies! No registration. All supplies 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. 

Image of a Splatoon Squid on a painted background. Text reads: Sew Fun! Splatoon Squid Stuffie

Sew Fun! - Splatoon Squid Stuffie

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Hey-Hey, Inkopolis! Are you ready for this month's Sew Fun? May's super special project is a Splatoon Squid! Children will learn new hand sewing techniques to make this cuddly litt

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Body:
Hey-Hey, Inkopolis! Are you ready for this month's Sew Fun? May's super special project is a Splatoon Squid! Children will learn new hand sewing techniques to make this cuddly little cuttlefish, just in time for Free Comic Book Day! Be sure to sign u...

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 Crocheted Succulents

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Teens and tweens in grades 6-12 can learn how to make an amigurumi crocheted succulent from Mei Lin McDermott of Crochet Corner! Some crochet experience is preferred. Caregivers

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Body:
Teens and tweens in grades 6-12 can learn how to make an amigurumi crocheted succulent from Mei Lin McDermott of Crochet Corner! Some crochet experience is preferred. Caregivers also have the option to attend with their tween/teen. Please register...

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. 

Millennium Falcon, Tie Fighters and X-Wing Fighters on a comic background. Text reads: Free Comic Book Day; Saturday, May the 4th; All Ages Welcome

Free Comic Book Day!

All Day
Library at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Celebrate your love of comics and graphic novels here at the Library! This year's theme is Star Wars!! Come in costume, pick up a free comic or two, play some games, enjoy some art

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Body:
Celebrate your love of comics and graphic novels here at the Library! This year's theme is Star Wars!! Come in costume, pick up a free comic or two, play some games, enjoy some art made by members of the community and take some fun pictures! Check 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. 

Makey Makey Cardboard Creations on Monday, May 6 at 5:30

PNG Makey Makey Cardboard Creations

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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

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Make a creation out of cardboard and use Makey Makey kits and Scratch coding to make them interactive.  This program is part of the Project Next Generation grant and is ope

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Body:
Make a creation out of cardboard and use Makey Makey kits and Scratch coding to make them interactive.  This program is part of the Project Next Generation grant and is open to students in grades 5 through 12. ...

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. 

Creativity Lab - Wax Paper Sun Catchers

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Join us for Creativity Lab in the Children's Program Room where we will explore a different art technique and medium every month.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:
Join us for Creativity Lab in the Children's Program Room where we will explore a different art technique and medium every month. ...

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 Time - Arts and Crafts: Pulled String Art

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 6-12 join us for our weekly Teen Time Program.  This week's theme is Arts and Crafts and we will make pulled string art using tempera sticks and yar

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:
Tweens and Teens in grades 6-12 join us for our weekly Teen Time Program.  This week's theme is Arts and Crafts and we will make pulled string art using tempera sticks and yarn.  ...

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: Kids Anime Club; Every 3rd Wednesday at 5:00PM children's programming room. Side Text: NOW AVAILABLE TO 3rd - 5th GRADERS!

Kids Anime Club

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 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
Body:

NEW AGE RANGE - OLDER GRADES ARE AT A NEW LOCATION 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 C

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Meeting, Special Event
Body:
NEW AGE RANGE - OLDER GRADES ARE AT A NEW LOCATION 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! A fun program where you don't have t...
Space background with white text reading Tween/Teen summer reading decorating party

Tween/Teen SRP Decorating Party

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
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 c

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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. Open to students...

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 5/26 - 5/27
Moline Public Library

Closed for Memorial Day Weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:
Closed for Memorial Day Weekend. ...
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Epic Adventure Teen Photography Contest

All Day 6/1 - 6/29
Library at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Take and edit a photograph that captures what Epic Adventure means to you! Open to photographers going into Grades 6-12 Use your imagination to photograph and edit (if you would

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Body:
Take and edit a photograph that captures what Epic Adventure means to you! Open to photographers going into Grades 6-12 Use your imagination to photograph and edit (if you would like) your piece to showcase adventure. If you would like to che...

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 medieval castle with filigree corners and a scroll at the top of the image. Text reads: Summer Art Contest Fantasy Castles, Entries Accepted June 1st - June 29th

Fantasy Castle Art Contest

All Day 6/1 - 6/29
Library at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Body:

Create a castle from right out of a storybook for this summer's art contest! Castles can be made of materials around the house, outside, or whatever you can think of! Need some hel

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Body:
Create a castle from right out of a storybook for this summer's art contest! Castles can be made of materials around the house, outside, or whatever you can think of! Need some help deciding what kind of castle to build? We have books on all types of...

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 fairy house with three fairies - blue, pink and orange in color - surrounded by flowers. Text reads: Build Your Own Fairy House; June 3rd @ 6:00PM, Children's Program Room, Registration is Required

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

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 45
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 the library, however if you would like to make your fairy house especi...

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
Registration 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! This lesson also includes an overview of different drawing tools used by artists. ...

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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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
Registration 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. 

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
Registration 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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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
Registration 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! We will learn how artists tackle two of the most important aspects of drawing, perspective and proportion, ...

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 reading Teen Photography Contest Voting

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. Photographs must be picked up by end of the day on...

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 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
Registration 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. 

Independence Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:
Closed for Independence Day. ...
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Art of Drawing Series - Drawing Color

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

In this class we will learn the basics of color theory. We will explore the color wheel, harmonious color, hue, value, and intensity. Practice using colors that will make your draw

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:
In this class we will learn the basics of color theory. We will explore the color wheel, harmonious color, hue, value, and intensity. Practice using colors that will make your drawings pop! ...

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. 

flowers

Floral Arrangement Class

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Please join Moline Public Library and Two Chicks and a Flower Cart for a fun filled evening of floral arranging.

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Body:
Please join Moline Public Library and Two Chicks and a Flower Cart for a fun filled evening of floral arranging. ...

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.