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MESSING AROUND! written over multiple splatters of color

Messing Around!

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

It's time to get messy! Enjoy activities that are too messy to try at home. Siblings welcome. Birth to 6 years old.Some activities will contain food items. Please contact Children'...

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

It's time to get messy! Enjoy activities that are too messy to try at home. Siblings welcome. Birth to 6 years old.

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. 

Thanksgiving Day

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Moline Public Library

Closed for Thanksgiving Day and Day After Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Thanksgiving Day and Day After Thanksgiving.

Purple book with face, candy, and smiling orange pen with text reading Teen BookFix

Teen BookFix

All Day 12/1 - 12/8
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Kit, Literary, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Sign up beginning December 1 for a Teen/Tween BookFix bundle that includes bookish goodies to keep and a book chosen just for you to check out!  After registering, your confir...

Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Kit, Literary, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Body:

Sign up beginning December 1 for a Teen/Tween BookFix bundle that includes bookish goodies to keep and a book chosen just for you to check out!  After registering, your confirmation email will include a link to a survey that must be filled 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. 

sunny

Quad City Arts Visiting Artist: Sunny Jain

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

The career of Sunny Jain is a celebration of cultural diaspora: deep-rooted tradition that ripples outward, changing – and being changed by – the cultures that it touches. He is a ...

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

The career of Sunny Jain is a celebration of cultural diaspora: deep-rooted tradition that ripples outward, changing – and being changed by – the cultures that it touches. He is a composer, drummer, dhol player and thought leader.

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 sewn white bunny head with a scarf surrounded by graphics of bunnies with scarves. Text reads: Sew Fun! Winter Bunny Stuffie

Sew Fun! - Winter Bunny Wrist Stuffie

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Kids will learn new hand sewing techniques to make this super cute and squishy wrist stuffie! These soft bunnies are easy and fun to make, are an amazing fashion statement, and can...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Body:

Kids will learn new hand sewing techniques to make this super cute and squishy wrist stuffie! These soft bunnies are easy and fun to make, are an amazing fashion statement, and can be perfect for gift-giving during the holiday season!

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. 

rooting out poverty book club /

Rooting Out Poverty Book Club - Book Club Social!

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 79
Text describing event and two emoji cupcakes, one with a kissy face and heart and another that is smeared

Teen Nailed It! Challenge

Thursday, December 5, 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 in grades 6 through 12 are invited to a Nailed It! decorating contest. Try your hand at decorating a cookie and cupcake for a chance to win a prize! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Body:

Teens in grades 6 through 12 are invited to a Nailed It! decorating contest. Try your hand at decorating a cookie and cupcake for a chance to win 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. 

Top and bottom borders of Santa and reindeer wearing a Santa hat. Santa Claus is Coming to Town is written in the middle in red cursive.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families
Body:

Drop in between 2pm & 4pm to see Santa and share your list with the Head Elf himself!  At this fun holiday event, kids and families can meet Santa and take pictures if the...

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

Drop in between 2pm & 4pm to see Santa and share your list with the Head Elf himself!  At this fun holiday event, kids and families can meet Santa and take pictures if they wish, plus make stops around the North Pole to do crafts and acti

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. 

Illinois Unclaimed Property

Illinois Unclaimed Property

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Lobby at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

The State Treasurer is holding more than 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner ...

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

The State Treasurer is holding more than 5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs.

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. 

Sensitive Christmas Party. Registration Required. A snowman is in the left corner, a decorated christmas tree on the right, and Christmas presents in between

Sensitive Christmas Party

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Holiday, Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

This special Christmas event is for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other Christmas program overwhelming. Games, crafts, and holida...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Holiday, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Body:

This special Christmas event is for autistic children or those with sensory processing difficulties who may find our other Christmas program overwhelming. Games, crafts, and holiday fun! For preschool age and up 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. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Lobby at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

You can't have too many books! No prices on books - pay by donation. All proceeds benefit library programs, events, services, and improvements. A Christmas basket of goodies w...

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

You can't have too many books! No prices on books - pay by donation. All proceeds benefit library programs, events, services, and improvements. 

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 Brook and Spring Valley Outreach

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

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, December 18, 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:

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. 

face 2 face game night / first wednesday of the month

F2F Game Night

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Body:

It's board game night! And it's a great way to hang out with friends or meet someone new! Come learn a new game or play an old favorite with some new opponents! We will be pulli...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 47
Body:

It's board game night! And it's a great way to hang out with friends or meet someone new!

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. 

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Moline Public Library

Closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Moline Public Library

Closed for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Sensitive Playtime

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Sensitive Storytime is now Sensitive Playtime! Join us for a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. ...

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

Sensitive Storytime is now Sensitive Playtime! Join us for a drop-in playtime 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. 

Spring Brook and Spring Valley Outreach

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

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. 

Sensitive Playtime

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids
Body:

Join us for a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. Sensitive Playtime is ideal for young children ...

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

Join us for a drop-in playtime 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. 

President's Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

The library will be closed for President's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed for President's Day.

Spring Brook and Spring Valley Outreach

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

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 book with face, candy, and smiling orange pen with text reading Teen BookFix

Teen BookFix bundles

All Day 3/1 - 3/8
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Kit, Literary, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Sign up beginning March 1 for a Teen/Tween BookFix bundle that includes bookish goodies to keep and a book chosen just for you to check out!  After registering, your confirmat...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Kit, Literary, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Body:

Sign up beginning March 1 for a Teen/Tween BookFix bundle that includes bookish goodies to keep and a book chosen just for you to check out!  After registering, your confirmation email will include a link to a survey that must be filled out t

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 Brook and Spring Valley Outreach

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Staff from the Moline Public Library will be at Spring Brook and Spring Valley with books, materials, and activities. Join us for this free monthly event, open to all ages!

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.