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line drawing of a unicorn and the jersey devil

Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest

All Day 2/1 - 2/21
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Contest

Age Group:

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

Are You Yeti to Create?! Teens and Tweens in grades 6-12 and Adults are invited to show off their art skills and imagination by creating a cryptid for this year's Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest!

two fish made our of paper hearts

Creativity Lab - Valentine Fish

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Kids, Families
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 Valentine Fish.  Pick out a fish, give it colorful heart scales and then write a message on the back.  Now you have a one of a kind card to give (or keep for yourself).  

boba and books teen book club with an image of the book The Ogress and the Orphans with cups of cream colored tea and brown boba

Boba and Books Teen Book Club

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Body:

Enjoy Boba tea and other refreshments while we discuss The Ogress and the Orphans by Kelly Barnhill, a heartwarming tale of community and caring. 

Two bookmarks decorated with washi tape.

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
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. 

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line drawing of a unicorn and the jersey devil

Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest

All Day 2/1 - 2/21
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Contest
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Are You Yeti to Create?! Teens and Tweens in grades 6-12 and Adults are invited to show off their art skills and imagination by creating a cryptid for this year's Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations Art Contest!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Are You Yeti to Create?! Teens and Tweens in grades 6-12 and Adults are invited to show off their art skills and imagination by creating a cryptid for this year's Teen & Adult Cryptid Creations 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. 

grainy photo of yeti carrying a tote full of books

Are You Yeti To Read? Adult Winter Reading Program

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program
Age Group:
Adults

Sign up for the Adult Winter Reading Program today and join the hunt for the elusive new favorite book!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Reading Program
Registration Required
Body:

Sign up for the Adult Winter Reading Program today and join the hunt for the elusive new favorite book!

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. 

Are you Yeti to Read Teen Winter Reading Bingo February 1-28 grades 6-12 on white circle on background with green and brown trees and white and brown bigfoot creatures

Are You Yeti To Read? Teen Winter Reading Bingo

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
2nd Floor Information Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens

Teens and tweens in Grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and completing other activities as part of Teen Winter Reading Bingo this February.

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Teens and tweens in Grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and completing other activities as part of Teen Winter Reading Bingo this February.

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. 

Happy Yeti walking through snow

Are You Yeti To Read? Winter Reading Program

02/01/2026 @ 12:00am to 02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
1st Floor Children's Desk at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Program
Age Group:
Kids, Families

Be on the look out for your next great read during Winter Reading! We are sure you'll spot some great titles along with some of our cryptid friends like Yeti, Bigfoot, and Mothman.

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 1st Floor Children's Desk
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Reading Program
Body:

Be on the look out for your next great read during Winter Reading! We are sure you'll spot some great titles along with some of our cryptid friends like Yeti, Bigfoot, and Mothman.

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 pink 20-sided die on a fantasy map background covered in clouds, the die is wrapped in a scroll with another scroll beneath. Text reads: Dungeon Delvers; February 9th, Children's Program Room

Dungeon Delvers

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming, Meeting
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Welcome, adventurer, to Dungeon Delvers! This program is perfect for anyone in 6th - 8th grade who's ever wanted to try their hand at playing dungeons and dragons, or even running their own game with friends. 

Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, Meeting
Registration Required
Body:

Welcome, adventurer, to Dungeon Delvers! This program is perfect for anyone in 6th - 8th grade who's ever wanted to try their hand at playing dungeons and dragons, or even running their own game with friends. 

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 words Write Now with a drawing of a pen

Write Now! Writer's Group

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Literary, Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Adult writers of all genres are invited to a monthly writing group to share your work and get and give feedback. Please bring a short section of your writing to read. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Literary, Meeting
Registration Required
Body:

Adult writers of all genres are invited to a monthly writing group to share your work and get and give feedback. Please bring a short section of your writing 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. 

Love Songs with Jim & Marcia

Love Songs with Jim & Marcia

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gold/Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Everyone

Swoon away with Jim & Marcia as they perform a selection of love songs. These two put on a great show, so don't miss this concert!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Swoon away with Jim & Marcia as they perform a selection of love songs. These two put on a great show, so don't miss this concert!

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. 

Track the Yeti Escape room Grades 6-12 logo with orange, blue, and green books and two white creatures with horns and a stop watch and map

Track the Yeti Escape Room

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

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. 

Paws to Read with QCCAN over 2 dogs in vests. The QCCAN logo is to the right

Paws to Read with QCCAN

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Kids, Families

Boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified dogs of QCCAN. These furry friends are great listeners and provide calm reassurance to kids looking to build their skills.

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

Boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified dogs of QCCAN. These furry friends are great listeners and provide calm reassurance to kids looking to build their skills.

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. 

cream background with dice, nintendo switch icon, and craft items with a white yeti with a red flag

Plug & Play

Wednesday, February 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. 

An older sister is annoyed by her younger sister. Over top are the words Beezus and Ramona.

First Chapter Book Club - Beezus and Ramona

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Kids

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

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!  

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. 

Music and Movement next to musical notes

Music & Movement

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Put on your dancing shoes for Music & Movement, a music-based program for kids ages 1 - 5! 

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

Put on your dancing shoes for Music & Movement, a music-based program for kids ages 1 - 5! 

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. 

gavel and round block

Library Board Meeting

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Meeting
Age Group:
Everyone

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 12:00 p.m.  

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Bronze Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Meeting
Body:

The Library Board of Trustees meets on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 12:00 p.m.  

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

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. 

Track the Yeti Escape room Grades 6-12 logo with orange, blue, and green books and two white creatures with horns and a stop watch and map

Track the Yeti Escape Room

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

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. 

Track the Yeti Escape room Grades 6-12 logo with orange, blue, and green books and two white creatures with horns and a stop watch and map

Track the Yeti Escape Room

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

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. 

two fish made our of paper hearts

Creativity Lab - Valentine Fish

Thursday, February 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 Valentine Fish.  Pick out a fish, give it colorful heart scales and then write a message on the back.  Now you have a one of a kind card to give (or keep for yourself).  

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 Valentine Fish.  Pick out a fish, give it colorful heart scales and then write a message on the back.  Now you have a one of a kind card to give (or keep for yourself).  

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. 

Track the Yeti Escape room Grades 6-12 logo with orange, blue, and green books and two white creatures with horns and a stop watch and map

Track the Yeti Escape Room

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

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. 

Track the Yeti Escape room Grades 6-12 logo with orange, blue, and green books and two white creatures with horns and a stop watch and map

Track the Yeti Escape Room

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

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. 

Track the Yeti Escape room Grades 6-12 logo with orange, blue, and green books and two white creatures with horns and a stop watch and map

Track the Yeti Escape Room

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

Friends Sponsorship Footer:

Sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.

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

Find the clues and solve the puzzles in the room to find the Yeti before time runs out!

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. 

Presidents Day

All Day
Moline Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library

Presidents Day

All Day
Moline Public Library

Closed for Presidents Day.

Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Presidents Day.

How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin

Book 'Em Mystery Book Group

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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

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!

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. 

soundscape

Soundscape Session

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Silver/Bronze Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults

A soundscape session is a relaxing experience using gentle, calming sounds – including crystal singing bowls and other soothing percussion instruments – to help the body unwind, calm the nervous system, and release stress.

Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class
Body:

A soundscape session is a relaxing experience using gentle, calming sounds – including crystal singing bowls and other soothing percussion instruments – to help the body unwind, calm the nervous system, and release stress.

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. 

Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura

Novel Naptime Book Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Families

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!

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.