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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
Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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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 costu...

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!

Sponsored by Friends of 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. 

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

Teen Time

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 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. 

Sew Fun! - Bear Pencil Case

Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

We're BEAR-y excited for this month's project! Join us on April 2nd where children will learn new hand sewing techniques to create their new handy-dandy Bear Pencil Cases! These be...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Body:

We're BEAR-y excited for this month's project! Join us on April 2nd where children will learn new hand sewing techniques to create their new handy-dandy Bear Pencil Cases!

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, April 9, 2025 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. 

Image of a person cosplaying three different characters: Officer Jenny from Pokemon, a Tiefling from Dungeons and Dragons, and Nott the Brave as Burt Reynolds. Text reads: Teen Time Plus Sewing; Cosplay Workshop; Wed, April 9th from 3:30 - 5:00

Teen Time Plus: Sewing

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 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...

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Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 are invited to Teen Time Plus: Sewing. This month, we are hosting a Cosplay Workshop! Have a costume you've been wanting to work on, but not ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 are invited to Teen Time Plus: Sewing. This month, we are hosting a Cosplay Workshop! Have a costume you've been wanting to work on, but not sure how to start?

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. 

Various brightly colored monsters with googly eyes.

Creativity Lab - Squeegee Monsters

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Did you know you can make cool paintings with a squeegee? Come to Creativity Lab to learn how and leave with a painting of some pretty cool monsters. All craft supplies will b...

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

Did you know you can make cool paintings with a squeegee? Come to Creativity Lab to learn how and leave with a painting of some pretty cool monsters. 

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. 

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

Teen Time

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 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. 

Image of Totoro and two friends marching across the poster. Text reads: Kids Anime Club; Wednesday, April 16th, 5:00pm; Children's Program Room

Kids Anime Club

Wednesday, April 16, 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
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! A fun program where ...

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. 

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Da Vinci Kids

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Use watercolor and crayon to create art inspired by Takashi Murakami as we explore his art!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:

Use watercolor and crayon to create art inspired by Takashi Murakami as we explore his art!

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, April 17, 2025 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 endeavo...

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. 

Spring Holiday

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Spring Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Spring Holiday.

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
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 cel...

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. 

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

Teen Time

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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. 

gold linked bracelet with cat and planet blue and black charms

Teen Time Plus: Arts and Crafts

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
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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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Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 are invited to Teen Time Plus: Arts and Crafts. Today we will make charm bracelets using charms and tools to attach them to a bracelet.While ...

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. Today we will make charm bracelets using charms and tools to attach them to a bracelet.

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. 

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

Teen Time

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 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: Mini Robot Bug - April 30, 2025 at 3:30pm

Teen Time Plus: STEM Craft

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program 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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Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 can build their own robotic bug, complete with vibrating movement and LED eyes.This Teen Time Plus program is part of the the Project Next Ge...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 can build their own robotic bug, complete with vibrating movement and LED eyes.

This Teen Time Plus program is part of the the Project Next Generation program series.

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. 

Bracelets

Charm Bracelet Making

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

Body:

Please join Moline Public Library for a fun and crafty night of making your own charm bracelets!

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Body:

Please join Moline Public Library for a fun and crafty night of making your own charm bracelets!

Sponsored by Friends of 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. 

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
Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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 o...

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.

Sponsored by Friends of 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. 

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

Teen Time

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:30am - 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. 

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
Body:

This month, we're learning how we can decorate fabrics with thread through the very, very basics of embroidery! Kids will learn how to copy a pattern onto a piece of fabric and use...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
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. 

A flower made out of coffee filters with a pipe cleaner for a stem.

Creativity Lab - Coffee Filter Flowers

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

April showers bring May flowers!  Come to creativity lab and make yourself a bouquet that will never wilt.All craft supplies will be provided. For kids kindergarten throu...

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

April showers bring May flowers!  Come to creativity lab and make yourself a bouquet that will never wilt.

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. 

Mother's Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Mother's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Mother's Day.

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

Teen Time

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 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.