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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

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!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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!

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. 

Easter Sunday

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Easter Sunday.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Easter Sunday.

Little Movers Storytime surrounded by a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a bird

Little Movers Storytime

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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. 

Little Movers Storytime surrounded by a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a bird

Little Movers Storytime

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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. 

Illustration of a goose handing a flower to another goose

PJ Party Storytime - Silly Geese

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Families

This month's theme is Silly Geese!  Come read stories about silly, goofy and sometimes cranky geese.  We might even pretend to be a terrible goose! 

Put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children's Program Room!

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

This month's theme is Silly Geese!  Come read stories about silly, goofy and sometimes cranky geese.  We might even pretend to be a terrible goose! 

Put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children's 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. 

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

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.

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. 

Spring Brook and Spring Valley Outreach

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone

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 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

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!

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

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.

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...

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. 

rooting out poverty book club / community forum / april 25 2025

Rooting Out Poverty Book Club

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us as we discuss topics relating to politics, race, and healthcare with our special panel of experts, to include :

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 76
Body:

Join us as we discuss topics relating to politics, race, and healthcare with our special panel of experts, to include :

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. 

The Caves of Steel - April read for the Science Fiction Book Club

Science Fiction Book Club

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Literary
Age Group:
Adults

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. 

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. 

Little Movers Storytime surrounded by a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a bird

Little Movers Storytime

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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. 

words Stretchy Storytime with a girl stretching on top of words

Stretchy Storytime

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Come explore the magic of storytime through movement and music!

Ages 3 - 6 with an adult.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Music, Storytime
Body:

Come explore the magic of storytime through movement and music!

Ages 3 - 6 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. 

Holocaust

I Survived the Holocaust; My Parents Died in Auschwitz

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
History, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone

Doors open at 6:00pm.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: History, Presentation
Body:

Doors open 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. 

Little Movers Storytime surrounded by a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a bird

Little Movers Storytime

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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. 

Little Movers Storytime surrounded by a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a bird

Little Movers Storytime

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:30am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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 scroll that says "young adventurer's club". Below is a skull, a map and a 20 sided dice.

Young Adventurer's Club

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Kids

Have you ever wanted to be a sorcerer, a paladin or even a rogue? Then join us at the library to play Dungeons and Dragons!

No experience required.

Young Adventurer's Club is for students in 3rd - 5th Grade.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Body:

Have you ever wanted to be a sorcerer, a paladin or even a rogue? Then join us at the library to play Dungeons and Dragons!

No experience required.

Young Adventurer's Club is for students in 3rd - 5th Grade.

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. 

tan background with purple flowers and text reading Teen Poetry Café

Teen Poetry Café

Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Literary, Presentation, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Families

All poets who enter the 2025 Teen Poetry Contest and their guests are invited to the Awards Ceremony and Poetry Café. Poets can read their poems, and prizes will be awarded to the contest winners as well as those who choose to read.

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

All poets who enter the 2025 Teen Poetry Contest and their guests are invited to the Awards Ceremony and Poetry Café. Poets can read their poems, and prizes will be awarded to the contest winners as well as those who choose to read.

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

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!

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

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.

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...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Body:

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

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

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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!

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. 

Little Movers Storytime surrounded by a smiling sun, a rainbow, and a bird

Little Movers Storytime

Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

For kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes!

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

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.

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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.

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. 

Close-up of older woman holding two photo albums.

Their Legacy, My Journey: Finding Purpose in a New Beginning After the Loss of a Loved One

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

Loss, while deeply painful, can also become a powerful catalyst for transformation.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Body:

Loss, while deeply painful, can also become a powerful catalyst for transformation.

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.