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French Bilingual Storytime

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Level Childrens Area at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Story Time

Age Group:

Babies and Pre-K, Children
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Main Level Childrens Area
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and engaging bilingual storytime presented in both French and English.

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Tween Time: Buttons and Stickers

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Arts and Crafts

Age Group:

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

Stop by and create your own buttons and stickers! All supplies will be provided.

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Your Health 101: Improving Online Health Literacy

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Health and Wellness, Speaker or Demonstration

Age Group:

Adults, Older Adult
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Adults, Older Adult
Program Type: Health and Wellness, Speaker or Demonstration
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is a Digit-ILL Training offering an introduction to online health literacy and the role of digital platforms in accessing health information and methods for navigating online health resources such as how to find trusted websites

Alice Film Art

"Alice's Ordinary People" Screening and Discussion

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Movie, Speaker or Demonstration

Age Group:

Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult
Program Type: Movie, Speaker or Demonstration
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a screening of "Alice's Ordinary People" with an introduction by director Craig Dudnick. We will learn about Alice Tregay's story: one of the ordinary people affecting extraordinary change for human rights.

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Cricut Beyond the Basics: Faux Leather Candy Heart Keychains

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Arts and Crafts

Age Group:

Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A
Age Group: Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to take your Cricut skills to the next level? Join us for our Cricut Beyond the Basics class, where we’ll explore more advanced techniques and creative projects.

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Valentine's Crafts at Hampton Heritage Center

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Arts and Crafts

Age Group:

Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paint your own mini jewelry box and make some jewelry for yourself or a loved one!

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Teen Open Mic Night

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Performance, Other

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center A
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Performance, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for karaoke or open mic night! Bring your instrument and play a song, sing, or read your poetry! Bands are welcome - please register!! (If you plan on attending as part of the audience, there is no need to register!)

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Lunar New Year Party

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center at East Moline Public Library

Program Type:

Arts and Crafts, Other

Age Group:

Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Arts and Crafts, Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to learn about Lunar New Year and make paper lanterns, play mahjong, and make your own lucky bag! All supplies will be provided.

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Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Library Closing President's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Basement Level Table Area
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Basement Level Table Area
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Library Closing Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In Hours

2:00pm–4:00pm
Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Educational, Health and Wellness
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center B
Age Group: Babies and Pre-K, Children, Tween, Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Health and Wellness
Event Details:

UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is free, does not require health insurance coverage, is open to all ages, and can assist with:

Canning with Confidence

5:30pm–6:30pm
Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult
Educational, Cooking and Food, Health and Wellness, Speaker or Demonstration
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Moline Public Library
Room: Geraldine A. Baecke Meeting Center
Age Group: Teens, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adult
Program Type: Educational, Cooking and Food, Health and Wellness, Speaker or Demonstration
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the essentials of home canning and gain the confidence to 
preserve your favorite foods safely! This class covers proper techniques for using a water bath 

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. 

Fourth of July

All Day
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library

Thanksgiving Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
East Moline Public Library