Event List

Featured Events

Sensitive Pokémon Party with Eevee and Pikachu

Sensitive Pokémon Party

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

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

This special version of our Pokémon Day at the Library event is for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other program overwhelming.

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Advance Directives Workshop

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Class

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Registration Required
Body:

Advance Directives Workshop

Join Jackie Hauer and Jill Finn for a workshop to learn more about advance directives. 

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First Chapter Book Club - Legends of Lotus Island: The Guardian Test

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Kids
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Welcome to First Chapter Book Club, the only book club where you finish the book AFTER the meeting!  

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Teen Poetry Contest

All Day 3/16 - 4/13
Online at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Literary

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Literary
Body:

Quad City area students in grades 6-12 can submit one original poem for the 2026 Moline Library Teen Poetry Contest.

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Cryptid Creations Art Contest Showcase and Voting

All Day 2/24 - 3/7
Lobby at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Exhibit, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone

Stop in and view the Cryptid Creations Art Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Teen and Adult submissions will be on display in the lobby.

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Stop in and view the Cryptid Creations Art Contest entries and vote for your favorites! Teen and Adult submissions will be on display in the lobby.

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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Pokémon Day at the Library!

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Area at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families

ATTENTION POKÉMON TRAINERS AGES 4-14!

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

ATTENTION POKÉMON TRAINERS AGES 4-14!

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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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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Sew Fun! - Personalized Bookmarks

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

This month's Sew Fun project is a handy-dandy personalized bookmark! Children will learn new and interesting hand-sewing techniques to create these excellent placeholders for their favorite books that reflect their favorite things.

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

This month's Sew Fun project is a handy-dandy personalized bookmark! Children will learn new and interesting hand-sewing techniques to create these excellent placeholders for their favorite books that reflect their favorite things.

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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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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Creativity Lab - Washi Tape Bookmark

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Families

This month in Creativity Lab we will making Washi Tape Bookmarks.  Stick with basic stripes or go off the beaten path.  You will get to laminate your favorite one.

All craft supplies will be provided. 

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

This month in Creativity Lab we will making Washi Tape Bookmarks.  Stick with basic stripes or go off the beaten path.  You will get to laminate your favorite one.

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. 

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Middle School Anime Club

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Reading Program
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Are you looking for a cool place to hang out with your fellow 6th-8th graders? Do you love anime and manga? Then stop by the Children's Program Room for our Anime Club just for middle schoolers!

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

Are you looking for a cool place to hang out with your fellow 6th-8th graders? Do you love anime and manga? Then stop by the Children's Program Room for our Anime Club just for middle schoolers!

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 DIY Bedazzling

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Bring a book or small items from home to decorate with gemstones! If you do not have a book to bring, a small selection will be available, as well as extra keychains. Gemstones, glue, and instructions provided. 

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Bring a book or small items from home to decorate with gemstones! If you do not have a book to bring, a small selection will be available, as well as extra keychains. Gemstones, glue, and instructions 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. 

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Plug & Play

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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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Kids Anime Club

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Literary, Reading Program
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, Literary, Reading Program
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, March 19, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Use dots to make a flower as we learn about Yayoi Kusama and her art!

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

Use dots to make a flower as we learn about Yayoi Kusama and her 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, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Kit
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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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! - Shark Student I.D. Holders

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Class, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids

 

Program will be in person in the Children's Programming room at 5:00pm. All materials for this program will be provided.

This is an in-person ONLY event. Required registration opens March 4th and is limited.

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

 

Program will be in person in the Children's Programming room at 5:00pm. All materials for this program will be provided.

This is an in-person ONLY event. Required registration opens March 4th and is limited.

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

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Easter.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Easter.

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Plug & Play

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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 16, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids

Use squares to make some fun art as we explore Piet Mondrian and 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 squares to make some fun art as we explore Piet Mondrian and his art!

Ages 3 - 6 with an adult. 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. 

mpl makers club

MPL Makers Club

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Kit
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Kit
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. 

Middle School Anime Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Bilingual, Reading Program
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Are you looking for a cool place to hang out with your fellow 6th-8th graders? Do you love anime and manga? Then stop by the Children's Program Room for our Anime Club just for middle schoolers!

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

Are you looking for a cool place to hang out with your fellow 6th-8th graders? Do you love anime and manga? Then stop by the Children's Program Room for our Anime Club just for middle schoolers!

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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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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Plug & Play

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 - Join us each Wednesday for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax!

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.