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Quad City Arts Visiting Artist: Kuniko Yamamoto

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Kuniko Yamamoto enchants audiences of every age with dramatic storytelling using myths and fables from ancient and modern Japan, spiced with social revelations to educate and amuse...

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

Kuniko Yamamoto enchants audiences of every age with dramatic storytelling using myths and fables from ancient and modern Japan, spiced with social revelations to educate and amuse.

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...

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

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!

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. 

Food drive May 7-14. Nonperishable items needed.

MLK Food Drive

All Day 5/7 - 5/21
Lobby at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

The Arc of the Quad Cities will be collecting food along with our friends from the QC Disabilities Awareness Coalition and distributing food to pantries across the QCA. The drive w...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

The Arc of the Quad Cities will be collecting food along with our friends from the QC Disabilities Awareness Coalition and distributing food to pantries across the QCA.

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. 

Graphic Reading Teen Time Anime Club

Teen Time - Anime Club

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Teen Time Anime Club meets the second Wednesday of the month after school in the 2nd Floor Program Room. Discuss manga and anime, enjoy snacks, and play a game or make a craft! ...

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Teen Time Anime Club meets the second Wednesday of the month after school in the 2nd Floor Program Room.

Discuss manga and anime, enjoy snacks, and play a game or make a craft!

Open to those in Grades 6-12.

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

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Quad City Arts Visiting Artist: Daniel Pak

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Performer, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Originally from the island of O`ahu, Daniel Pak is a singer, songwriter, and producer residing in Seattle, Washington. As frontman for Kore Ionz (2008-2017), Pak shared the stage w...

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

Originally from the island of O`ahu, Daniel Pak is a singer, songwriter, and producer residing in Seattle, Washington.

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 Sale, May 17 and 18, 9am to 2pm

Friends Book Sale

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Friends of the Moline Public Library Foundation is having another huge book sale! Except for a few select items, everything for sale is by donation - just pay what you can and take...

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

Friends of the Moline Public Library Foundation is having another huge book sale! Except for a few select items, everything for sale is by donation - just pay what you can and take home some great reads! 

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 Sale, May 17 and 18, 9am to 2pm

Friends Book Sale

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Friends of the Moline Public Library Foundation is having another huge book sale! Except for a few select items, everything for sale is by donation - just pay what you can and take...

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

Friends of the Moline Public Library Foundation is having another huge book sale! Except for a few select items, everything for sale is by donation - just pay what you can and take home some great reads! 

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. 

Red background with images of pizza and books

Teen Helper Pizza Party

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lobby at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6-12: Looking for service hours or an opportunity to help? Join us at 1:30 pm in the lobby to enjoy pizza and helping with the Friends of the Moline Publ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6-12: Looking for service hours or an opportunity to help?

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. 

Toy Time! written over a bunch of different kinds of toys

Toy Time!

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Join us for this toy-riffic event in the Children's Program Room to play and explore several different stations! For kids 0 to 6. 

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

Join us for this toy-riffic event in the Children's Program Room to play and explore several different stations! For kids 0 to 6. 

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. 

Space background with white text reading Tween/Teen summer reading decorating party

Tween/Teen Summer Reading 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
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.

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.

banner with text reading Epic Adventure Teen Photography Contest

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

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?

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. 

Adult Summer Reading Program

All Day 6/1 - 7/27
Library at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY! Join us for a summer of adventure through reading, programs, and prizes! All you have to do is sign up today, pick up a paper log at the lib...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Body:

ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY!

Join us for a summer of adventure through reading, programs, and prizes!

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
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!

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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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. 

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.

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 dragon breathing fire at a young adventurer, who is swinging on a rope holding a baby owlbear. Text reads: Dungeons & Dragons Young Adventurer's Quest

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. 

Independence Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Independence Day.

WQPT Rosie's Rules

WQPT's Meet Rosie from Rosie's Rules

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Children's Area at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Performer, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Meet costumed-character Rosie, from PBS Kids' Rosie's Rules and enjoy activities in the children's area of the library. No registration required. For children PreK - 8 year...

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

Meet costumed-character Rosie, from PBS Kids' Rosie's Rules and enjoy activities in the children's area of the library.

No registration required. For children PreK - 8 years of age and the families. 

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 two swords crossed at the blade behind three roses, above which is the outline of a pirate skull. Text reads: Swords & Roses

Swords & Roses

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Join the ladies of Swords & Roses; a singing, sword-swinging, all female stunt show, dedicated to entertaining and informing! Swords & Roses will dazzle and delight audienc...

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

Join the ladies of Swords & Roses; a singing, sword-swinging, all female stunt show, dedicated to entertaining and informing!

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 Boba and Beads

Monday, July 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 to 12, enjoy bubble tea while beading!  Sculpt beads with the clay provided, use our plastic beads and jewelry making supplies, or bring your own ...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Body:

Teens and tweens in Grades 6 to 12, enjoy bubble tea while beading!  Sculpt beads with the clay provided, use our plastic beads and jewelry making supplies, or bring your own bead kits, if you'd like.  

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.