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Pinecone Bird Feeder Take Home Kit

All Day 11/16 - 11/30
Adults
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Information Desk
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Kit
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Body:

Sign up for your pinecone bird feeder kit and share a little snack with your feathered friends as winter cold moves in!

 

* Allergen information : this kit contains peanut butter *

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 Library Council

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Teens
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Meeting
Body:

Students in grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about Library programs, materials, and services. Meetings will be on the third Thursday of the month at 3:30.

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. 

Da Vinci Kids

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:

Make sunflowers as we learn about Vincent Van Gogh!

Ages 3 - 6 with an adult. All craft supplies will be provided.

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
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Body:

Meet up with fellow makers for an open craft night in our new 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. 

Messing Around!

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids
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. 

Young Adventurer's Club

5:00pm - 6:30pm
Kids
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Body:

The adventure begins! Students in 3rd - 5th Grade are invited to play Dungeons and Dragons at the library with us!

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. 

Singing Bird and the Importance of Native American Women in Illinois History

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

Dressed in her native regalia, Kim will give a history of Natives in Illinois with a focus on Native women, or what was considered “The Hidden Half,” focusing on such figures as Singing Bird (Blackhawk’s wife), and Hononegah.

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

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Teens
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. 

Thanksgiving Day

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Closing
Branches:
Moline Public Library
Description:

Closed for Thanksgiving Day and Day After Thanksgiving.

Teen BookFix

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

Quad City Arts Visiting Artist: Sunny Jain

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Everyone
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. 

Teen Time

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Teens
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: Coding

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Body:

Tweens and Teens in grades 5 though 12 can create a holiday light show with littleBits. 

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. 

Sew Fun! - Winter Bunny Wrist Stuffie

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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 - Book Club Social!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 79

Teen Nailed It! Challenge

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Gold/Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration 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. 

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Families
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

9:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
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 Storytime

5:00pm - 5:45pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Body:

Join us for a storytime 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. 

Teen Time

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Teens
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: Arts and Crafts - Brilliant Book Ends

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids, Teens
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 on Wednesday, December 11. We will decorate clear acrylic book ends with paint pens. 

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. 

Sensitive Christmas Party

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Kids
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Holiday, Special Event
Registration 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. 

Quad City Singers Holiday Concert

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Everyone
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Silver/Bronze Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music
Body:

Enjoy some holiday tunes with the Quad City Singers!

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. 

Library Board Meeting

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Everyone
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.