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Teen and Adult Pixel Art Contest

All Day 5/31 - 6/28
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Contest

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Contest
Body:

Level Up at the Library by showing off your pixel art skills, using physical art supplies to create a digital 8-bit look. Teens and Tweens going into grades 6-12 and Adults can participate in the Adult and Teen Pixel Art Contest.

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Children's Pixel Art Contest

All Day 5/31 - 6/28
Children's Area at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Contest

Age Group:

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

Quad City area children ages 4-12 can submit one original work of Pixel Art for the 2025 Moline Library Summer Reading Pixel Art Contest.

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National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium: Pollution Solutions

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Gold/Silver Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

STEAM

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Families
Register Now
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Families
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Body:

Do you know how your actions affect the overall health of the Mississippi River? Students will use a watershed model to investigate how pollutants move in a landscape.

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Teen Musical Contest

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gardens at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Music, Performer

Age Group:

Kids, Teens, Everyone
Register Now
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gardens
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Everyone
Program Type: Music, Performer
Registration Required
Body:

Do you sing, play an instrument, or perform in a band? Sign up now to show off your music skills in the Teen Music Contest open to those in Grades 5-12.

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Teen and Adult Pixel Art Contest

All Day 5/31–6/28
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Contest
Body:

Level Up at the Library by showing off your pixel art skills, using physical art supplies to create a digital 8-bit look. Teens and Tweens going into grades 6-12 and Adults can participate in the Adult and Teen Pixel Art Contest.

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 5/31–7/26
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading Program
Registration Required
Body:

LEVEL UP AT YOUR LIBRARY!

Get ready to take your summer to the next level through reading, programs, and prizes at MPL!

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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Special Event
Body:

Rooting Out Poverty Book Club is taking a field trip!

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. 

Pageturners

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

A contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month.  Books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be picked up at the Information Desk.  Or find any copy an

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. 

Jules Verne & H.G. Wells: the Birth of Sci-Fi and the First Citizens of the Future

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Body:

They laughed at them, they laughed at flying machines, rocket ships, submarines, time travel, and the idea of beings from another planet. They celebrated them too.

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
Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Independence Day.

Witness Trees : Concert with David G Smith

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Music
Body:

Enjoy an evening of thoughtful tunes with Songwriter-Troubadour David G Smith.

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

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Body:

It's board game night!

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 'Em Mystery Book Group

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Come pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information Desk and start sleuthing today!

Novel Naptime Book Club

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Families
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Do you have young kids and can't seem to find the time to get away for a fulfilling book club? Come join us for Novel Naptime, a popular materials book club for parents - where kids preschool age and under are welcome!

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. 

Science Fiction Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Literary
Body:

The Science Fiction Book Club will be meeting the third Wednesday of the month (with some exceptions - check the calendar for the exact date each month!) at 6:00pm. 

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 : Sweet Summer Charm Bracelets

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Join the club on the 3rd Thursday of the month! This month we're making charm bracelets! All supplies provided, including tons of adorable charms for you to choose from.

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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Join Project NOW & Moline Public Library as we come together to discuss, The Injustice of Place by Edin, Shaefer, & Nelson.

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. 

Pageturners

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

A contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month.  Books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be picked up at the Information Desk.  Or find any copy an

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. 

Mushroom String Art

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Body:

Please join Moline Public Library and Mindy Mathews for a fun filled evening of mushroom string 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. 

Tiny Homes in a Big City

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Bronze Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Special Event
Body:

Rooting Out Poverty Book Club Special Speaker!

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 'Em Mystery Book Group

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Come pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information Desk and start sleuthing today!

Floral Arrangement Class

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Please join the Moline Public Library and Two Chicks and a Flower Cart for a fun night 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. 

Novel Naptime Book Club

9:30am–10:30am
Adults, Families
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Families
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

Do you have young kids and can't seem to find the time to get away for a fulfilling book club? Come join us for Novel Naptime, a popular materials book club for parents - where kids preschool age and under are welcome!

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. 

Science Fiction Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Literary
Body:

The Science Fiction Book Club will be meeting the third Wednesday of the month (with some exceptions - check the calendar for the exact date each month!) at 6:00pm. 

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

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Meet up with fellow makers for an open craft night at 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. 

Labor Day Weekend

All Day 8/31–9/1
Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Labor Day Weekend.

Pageturners

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

A contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month.  Books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be picked up at the Information Desk.  Or find any copy an

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. 

Fall Card Making Class

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Please join Moline Public Library and April Hendrickson for a fun night of fall card making!

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.