Giving Tree

Please help Moline Public Library make the holidays a little brighter for a local family! Instructions are simple:Grab a tag/ornament off of the tree in the lobby.Purchase the gifts.Bring the gifts back to the library by December 8th. We are also accepting monetary dona......More

Please help Moline Public Library make the holidays a little brighter for a local family! Instructions are simple:Grab a tag/ornament off of the tree in the lobby.Purchase the gifts.Bring the gifts back to the library by December 8th. We are also accepting monetary donations at the Circulation desk, which will go towards purchasing anything that might have been missed!

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Surviving Grief During the Holidays

Join Jackie Hauer and Jill Finn for a workshop designed to help those struggling with loss during what can be a difficult season. This session will offer a safe space to explore how grief changes our experience of the holidays and provide practical tools for coping with......More

Join Jackie Hauer and Jill Finn for a workshop designed to help those struggling with loss during what can be a difficult season. This session will offer a safe space to explore how grief changes our experience of the holidays and provide practical tools for coping with the emotional challenges that arise. Through guided discussions, reflection, and shared experiences, we will delve into ways to honor your grief while also finding new ways to engage with the season. Whether you are newly grieving or have experienced loss in the past, this workshop will offer compassionate support and strategies to help you navigate the holidays with care and intention.Jackie Hauer is a is currently finishing up her End-of-Life Doula Certification through INELDA.  She is a RYT-200 Yoga teacher and holds a B.A. from Millikin University.Jill Finn has a Master of Education from Illinois State University, is a Certified Grief Support Specialist through UW Madison, and a Certified Grief Educator through David Kessler.Registration is encouraged.

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Santa Claus is Coming to Town

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 Children's Area to make fun crafts and play holiday games.

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Quad City Singers Holiday Concert

Enjoy some holiday tunes with the Quad City Singers!This talented group of musicians will surely get you in the holiday spirit. Under the direction of Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger, the Quad City Singers introduce a fresh music experience performing a wide variety of chor......More

Enjoy some holiday tunes with the Quad City Singers!This talented group of musicians will surely get you in the holiday spirit. Under the direction of Curtis Fischer-Oelschlaeger, the Quad City Singers introduce a fresh music experience performing a wide variety of choral music. Come and sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

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Sensitive Christmas Party

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. A Calm Down Area and a few sets of noise-ca......More

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. A Calm Down Area and a few sets of noise-canceling headphones will be available, but we recommend you bring your own headphones if your child is sensitive to sound.

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First Chapter Book Club

Welcome to First Chapter Book Club, the only book club where you finish the book AFTER the meeting!  At First Chapter Book Club we want to encourage exploring new books without any pressure to finish.  Each month we will read aloud the first chapter (or maybe two!) of a......More

Welcome to First Chapter Book Club, the only book club where you finish the book AFTER the meeting!  At First Chapter Book Club we want to encourage exploring new books without any pressure to finish.  Each month we will read aloud the first chapter (or maybe two!) of a book.  If you like what you hear and want to keep reading, copies will be available to check out.  There will also be an activity to do if you want to stay and talk about the book for a little bit.This month we are reading the first chapter of Snow & Rose by Emily Winfield Martin. This program is for ages 8-12.

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Plug & Play

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!No registration needed - just drop in between 3 and 4:30.

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Rooting Out Poverty Book Club - Book Club Social!

Join Project NOW & Moline Public Library as we finish our year off with a book club social! Drinks, treats, and talks of plans for next year’s book club are all on the docket!

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Library Board Meeting

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.View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

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Gingerbread Houses

Be your own architect as you build and decorate your own “gingerbread” house out of graham crackers. All materials provided! Registration opens Dec. 1.Registration is required. Please call the Children's Department at (309) 524-2480 to register. Adults and older sibling......More

Be your own architect as you build and decorate your own “gingerbread” house out of graham crackers. All materials provided! Registration opens Dec. 1.Registration is required. Please call the Children's Department at (309) 524-2480 to register. Adults and older siblings are welcome to assist building the house but must be with a child 12 years old or younger. Call the Children's Desk at 309-524-2480 with any allergen concerns or questions.

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Write Now! Writer's Group

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.

3210 41st Street, Moline, IL, 61265, US

Gingerbread Houses

Be your own architect as you build and decorate your own “gingerbread” house out of graham crackers. All materials provided! Registration opens Dec. 1.Registration is required. Please call the Children's Department at (309) 524-2480 to register. Adults and older sibling......More

Be your own architect as you build and decorate your own “gingerbread” house out of graham crackers. All materials provided! Registration opens Dec. 1.Registration is required. Please call the Children's Department at (309) 524-2480 to register. Adults and older siblings are welcome to assist building the house but must be with a child 12 years old or younger. Call the Children's Desk at 309-524-2480 with any allergen concerns or questions.

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Novel Naptime Book Club

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! Toys and activities will be available for the kids.......More

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! Toys and activities will be available for the kids. Don't worry, we fully expect there to be crying and interruptions while we meet, and that's ok! Every month is a party.Please pick up a copy of the book at the Information Desk. If you have any questions, give us a call!

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Plug & Play

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!No registration needed - just drop in between 3 and 4:30.

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Moline High School Holiday Concert

We invite you to sit back, relax, and get in the holiday spirit with the incredibly talented Moline High School Choir. You won't want to miss these sounds of the season!

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Teen Library Council

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. Great way to learn about volunteer opportunities and to hang out with friends!  No registration n......More

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. Great way to learn about volunteer opportunities and to hang out with friends!  No registration necessary - just show up!  Email Tess at [email protected] or [email protected] with any questions.

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MPL Makers Club - NYE Crafts!

Makers Club is welcoming the whole family this month as we get ready to celebrate the new year! Stop by to make NYE party hats and headbands, pompom poppers, funny face noise makers, and cards! These crafts are sure to help you have fun as you ring in 2026!All supplies ......More

Makers Club is welcoming the whole family this month as we get ready to celebrate the new year! Stop by to make NYE party hats and headbands, pompom poppers, funny face noise makers, and cards! These crafts are sure to help you have fun as you ring in 2026!All supplies provided - open to all ages!

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Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

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