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Photos with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Main Level Childrens Area at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Enjoy fun crafts and activities and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the library! Take pictures in front of a Winter backdrop, write letters to the North Pole and more! Please bring a camera or smartphone to take a picture with Santa and Mrs.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Main Level Childrens Area
Age Group: Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy fun crafts and activities and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus at the library! Take pictures in front of a Winter backdrop, write letters to the North Pole and more! Please bring a camera or smartphone to take a picture with Santa and Mrs.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

LEGO CLUB

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Basement Level Table Area at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Pre-K, Tween

Get creative and build awesome Lego structures at our Lego club! Lego club will meet every other Wednesday.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Basement Level Table Area
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Pre-K, Tween
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get creative and build awesome Lego structures at our Lego club! Lego club will meet every other Wednesday.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Tween" group

Tween Gaming

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Tween
Tween Gaming:

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required

Tween Gaming

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with others. Tween Gaming is a great way to meet new people!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Winter Reading Coloring Contest

All Day
East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Join our Coloring Contest for a chance to win a coloring bundle! There will be 4 coloring designs, one for each age group- adults (ages 19+), teen (grades 9-12), tween (grades 4-8) and children (Birth-3rd grade).

Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join our Coloring Contest for a chance to win a coloring bundle! There will be 4 coloring designs, one for each age group- adults (ages 19+), teen (grades 9-12), tween (grades 4-8) and children (Birth-3rd grade).

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "New Adult" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Winter Reading Kick Off

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

📖 Book Your Escape! 📖 

 

Join us to kick off our Winter Reading program! Enjoy games, crafts, music, treats and more! This is a free event for all ages.


Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

📖 Book Your Escape! 📖 

 

Join us to kick off our Winter Reading program! Enjoy games, crafts, music, treats and more! This is a free event for all ages.


Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Painted Pasta Snowflakes

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Elementary, Tween

Make a snowflake using different shapes of painted pasta noodles! All supplies will be provided.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A
Age Group: Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Make a snowflake using different shapes of painted pasta noodles! All supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The East Moline Public Library's programming policy states that if you are a no-show (with no cancellation) for 3 programs in a row, you will not be allowed to sign up for any of our programs for 3 months.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "New Adult" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Family Resources Holiday Movie Night

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Movie, Other
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Pre-K, Babies, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Join us for a magical holiday gathering hosted by Family Resources that the whole family will enjoy! We’ll be showcasing Disney’s Frozen and spreading awareness about the vital services the Domestic Violence Team provides to our community.

Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Pre-K, Babies, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Movie, Other
Event Details:

Join us for a magical holiday gathering hosted by Family Resources that the whole family will enjoy! We’ll be showcasing Disney’s Frozen and spreading awareness about the vital services the Domestic Violence Team provides to our community.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Tween Book Buddies Pick-Up

All Day
East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Elementary, Tween

Book Buddies is a book club for tweens in grades 4-8 and their reading buddy (sibling, parent, friend, etc.). Stop by to pick up a kit which will include a copy of the book, a craft and discussion questions. 

Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Age Group: Elementary, Tween
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Book Buddies is a book club for tweens in grades 4-8 and their reading buddy (sibling, parent, friend, etc.). Stop by to pick up a kit which will include a copy of the book, a craft and discussion questions. 

This event is in the "Tween" group

Tween Gaming

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Tween
Tween Gaming:

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required

Tween Gaming

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with others. Tween Gaming is a great way to meet new people!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

Early Closing

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
East Moline Public Library
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

Christmas Eve

All Day
East Moline Public Library
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
East Moline Public Library

The Library will be closed for Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for Christmas Eve.

Christmas Day

All Day
East Moline Public Library
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
East Moline Public Library

The Library will be closed for Christmas.

Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for Christmas.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "New Adult" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Unplugged: Board Game Day

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Stop by and enjoy some board games! Feel free to bring your own from home or play the library's games.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by and enjoy some board games! Feel free to bring your own from home or play the library's games.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "New Adult" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Noon Year's Eve Celebration

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Let's ring in the New Year with a fun celebration at the library! Enjoy crafts, music and a countdown to Noon! 

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's ring in the New Year with a fun celebration at the library! Enjoy crafts, music and a countdown to Noon! 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
East Moline Public Library

The Library will be closed for New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for New Year's Eve.

New Year's Eve

All Day
East Moline Public Library
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

LIBRARY CLOSED

All Day
East Moline Public Library

The Library will be closed for New Year's Day.

Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed for New Year's Day.

New Year's Day

All Day
East Moline Public Library
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "New Adult" group
This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Coloring Cafe

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone

Stop by and enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe! We will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art. Beverages will be provided.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A
Age Group: Children, New Adult, Tween, Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by and enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe! We will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art. Beverages will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The East Moline Public Library's programming policy states that if you are a no-show (with no cancellation) for 3 programs in a row, you will not be allowed to sign up for any of our programs for 3 months.

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Tween" group

Builders Club

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B at East Moline Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Elementary, Tween

Stop by and build something awesome! We will have LEGOs and other building blocks for kids to play with.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Children, Elementary, Tween
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by and build something awesome! We will have LEGOs and other building blocks for kids to play with.

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Tween" group

Tween Gaming

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Tween
Tween Gaming:

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required

Tween Gaming

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with others. Tween Gaming is a great way to meet new people!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph. 

This event is in the "Tween" group

Tween Gaming

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Vault at East Moline Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming/Games
Age Group:
Tween
Tween Gaming:

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with...

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Teen Vault
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Gaming/Games
Registration Required

Tween Gaming

Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch. Feel free to bring your own games from home to play with others. Tween Gaming is a great way to meet new people!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

The library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by East Moline Public Library, without the express written permission of those included within the photograph/video. The photograph/video may be used in publications both published and online. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified with full names or personal identifying information without the express written permission of the subject, parent, or legal guardian.  

A person attending an event who does not wish to have their image recorded for distribution should make their wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers, and/or contact the library at (309) 755-9614 of his/her intentions and include a photograph.