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Text reads: Learn to Play the Pokemon Trading Card Game with our friends at Over the Top Games; Monday, January 5th at 6:00 PM; Children's Programming Room

Learn to Play Pokémon the Trading Card Game

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Class, Gaming, Special Event

Age Group:

Kids
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Class, Gaming, Special Event
Registration Required
Body:

Ever wanted to learn how to play Pokémon with your friends? Now you can! Join our friends from Over the Top Games as they teach kids the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game at the library!

Creativity Lab: Arts and Crafts for kids K-5th Grade and their families

Creativity Lab - Yarn Monsters

Thursday, January 8, 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 be making yarn monsters.  Make yours cute, scary, funny or a mix of all three. The only limit is your imagination. 

All craft supplies will be provided. 

cream background with text reading Teen Mystery Game night, a photo of a magnifying glass and a board game

Teen Mystery Game Night

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Gaming, Special Event

Age Group:

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

Join us to play the murder-mystery game, Cryptic killers. Murder of a Millionaire.

A happy yeti walking through snow

Are You Yeti to Read? Winter Reading Kickoff Party

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

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

Get to know the curious creatures we call Cryptids this Winter Reading!

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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. 

Plug & Play

3:00pm–4:30pm
Kids, Teens
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. 

Kids Anime Club

5:00pm–6:00pm
Kids
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Literary, Reading Program
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. 

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 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. 

Music & Movement

9:30am–10:15am
Kids
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. 

Stretchy Storytime

6:00pm–6:45pm
Kids
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 with this month’s theme: snow!

Ages 3 - 6 with an adult 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. 

Little Movers Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Kids
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

11:00am–11:45am
Kids
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. 

Young Adventurer's Club

5:00pm–6:30pm
Kids
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Body:

Do you dream of fantastical adventures full of dragons and heroes? 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. 

Plug & Play

3:00pm–4:30pm
Kids, Teens
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. 

Rooting Out Poverty Book Club

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

Join us as we come together to discuss, Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

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 & Movement

9:30am–10:15am
Kids
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. 

Are You Yeti to Read? Winter Reading Kickoff Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Families
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Kids, Families
Program Type: Special Event
Body:

Get to know the curious creatures we call Cryptids this Winter Reading!

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? Winter Reading Program

02/01/2026 @ 12:00am–02/28/2026 @ 5:00pm
Kids, Families
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. 

Little Movers Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Kids
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

11:00am–11:45am
Kids
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. 

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. 

Plug & Play

3:00pm–4:30pm
Kids, Teens
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. 

Sew Fun! - Horse Keychains

5:00pm–6:30pm
Kids
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Moline Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Class, Special Event
Registration Required
Body:

Let's welcome in the Lunar New Year with fancy, galloping horses! These equestrian buddies are easy and fun to make, fits right in the palm of your hand and are absolutely perfect for 2026's Year of the Horse!

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 & Movement

9:30am–10:15am
Kids
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. 

Little Movers Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Kids
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

11:00am–11:45am
Kids
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. 

Dungeon Delvers

5:00pm–6:30pm
Kids, Teens
Open
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. 

Write Now! Writer's Group

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
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.