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Watercolor Artist Tom Hempel
Saturday, December 17
1:00 pm
Meeting Rooms
Tom Hempel is one of the Quad Cities area's most talented and creative watercolor artists. Mr. Hempel has completed over 1,200 original paintings depicting homes - new and old - schools, universities, public and private office buildings and churches. His work is widely distributed both inside and outside of the Quad Cities. Though well known for the work he has done to date, Tom has recently begun to expand his creative horizons by painting what he "sees" with his eyes and heart and not so much from photos he has taken. He is also creating more whimsical work, combining several different scenes to make a new scene. As a result, he has launched a new era of creativity. Join Tom as he demonstrates and explains his technique. Eleven original Tom Hempel works of art are on display at the Library through January. For a sample of Mr. Hempel's work, visit: Hemple YouTube Video
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Thanks for a great year!
As our 10th Anniversary year draws to a close, we'd like to thank you, our patrons, for making 2016 one of our best years yet. Not only was it a year of celebration with events like the 10th Birthday Bash in August and Booked for the Night fundraiser in September, but we also met our goal of fully funding our $200,000 Technology Update and Upgrade Initiative! We couldn't have done it without your support. It is only through the assistance of our patrons who support us with financial gifts to supplement tax-based funding that we are able to provide the highest level of programs and services at t
he Moline Public Library. Please remember the Library with a year-end gift. Donation envelopes are available at our circulation desks, and donations are also accepted online by selecting the 'Donate' button at the top right corner of our website homepage, accessible here: HERE
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Noon-Day Series
Friday, December 2
Noon
Meeting Rooms
December's installment of the popular Noon-Day Series will feature the Black Hawk College Chamber Singers, led by Jon Palomaki. The talented ensemble will perform a variety of popular songs to get everyone into the holiday spirit. The concert is free and open to all ages. Bring a bag lunch, stop by Java Lab, or simply enjoy the concert.
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Ballet Quad Cities Dance Me a Story - The Nutcracker
Monday, December 7
Children's Program Room
2:30 pm
A fun, interactive program for all ages encouraging reading through the vehicle of dance. Learn choreography, read the story, try on costumes and take a very special prop home.
For more information about Ballet Quad Cities educational programming, click HERE
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Project Next Generation
STEAM Programming
LEGO Science
Grades 4-8
Monday, December 12 6:00 pm
Actually make a car and power it up to see how far it goes!
Registration is required. Call (309) 524-2470.
Bus passes are available to registered participants.
Programs funded through a Project Next Generation grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a
Department of the Office of Secretary of State.
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We'd like your input, please!
Interested in a book discussion group?
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he Moline Public Library would like to get your input concerning book discussion groups. Should we offer them? If so, what would you be interested in? Fill out a survey and let us know! Paper copies of the survey are available at the Library. Or, feel free to fill out the survey online at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NKDD8B6
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December Programs and Events
Through December
Tom Hempel Art Exhibit
1st Floor
A Community on the Prairie Exhibit
2nd Floor
A Community on the Prairie: Bishop Hill, Illinois
is a fact-filled travelling
exhibit that will make a stop at the Moline Library. The exhibit details the Bishop Hill Colony from its foundation through present times via twelve full color free standing panels.
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Tweens and teens grades 6-12 are invited to join the Library's Teen Advisory Group. Make new friends, give advice about programs and materials for teens, and earn service credits.
Thursday, December 1
Tween Holiday Service Project
Children's Program Room
Grades 4-8
6:00 pm
Students in grades 4 - 8 are invited to make cards, ornaments and other gifts for those in local nursing homes.
Funded by Project Next Generation.
Friday, December 2
Noon-Day Series
Black Hawk Chamber Singers Holiday Concert
Meeting Rooms
Noon
All Ages
December's installment of the popular Noon-Day series will feature Black Hawk College's Chamber Singers. The talented local group will perform a variety of holiday favorites under the direction of Jon Palomaki.
Bring a lunch, pick something up at Java Lab, or simply enjoy the concert.
Mondays, December 5, 12, 19
9:30 & 10:45 am
Children's Program Room
Ages Birth - 36 months
Nurture your young one's love of books through music, movement, stories and art exploration while helping develop language, motor and social skills.
Circa 21's Jingle ARRGH the Way!
Join the holiday fun as Captain Braid Beard from Circa 21's children's production of "Jingle ARRGH the Way!" makes a special visit to the Library. Hear a story and make a pirate craft. For more information about Circa 21 and their children's shows:
Circa
Wednesdays, December 7, 14, 21, 28
Health Navigator Assistance with Genesis
9 am - Noon
A Genesis Health System ACA Navigator is scheduled to assist patrons at the Moline Library during the healthcare marketplace open enrollment period.
Dance Me A Story - The Nutcracker
2:30 pm
A fun, interactive program for people of all ages, encouraging reading through the vehicle of dance. Learn choreography, read the story, try on costumes and take a very special prop home.
Thursday, December 8
Teen Holiday Party and Service Project
Meeting Rooms
Middle school and high school students can celebrate the holiday season and help those in need. Make cards, ornaments, and toys for local agencies while enjoying a movie and snacks. Earn service credits. No registration required.
Funded by Project Next Generation.
Thursday, December 8
Creativity Lab
Make art your way! Explore the creative process and experiment with art methods.
Monday, December 12
LEGO Science, Grades 4-8
Children's Programming Room
6:00pm
Make a car and power it up to see how far it can go!
Registration required and bus passes are available.
Generously funded through a Project Next Generation grant from the State of Illinois.
Take some time to switch off your brain from busy thoughts and focus on the moment with a quiet evening of adult coloring. Materials provided.
Tuesday, December 13
Anime Club
Grades 6 - 12
Drop in anytime between 3:30 - 5:30 pm
First club of the school year! Watch, read, discuss and hang out with fellow otaku.
Wednesday, December 14
Exploratorium
2:30 pm
Children's Program Room
Grades K-4
STEAM programming made fun.
Thursday, December 15
LEGO Lab
Children's Program Room
Listen to awesome stories then test skills as a master LEGO builder. Blocks provided.
Saturday, December 17
Special Artist Visit
Tom Hempel
Meeting Rooms
1:00 pm
All Ages
Quad Cities' own watercolor artist Tom Hempel will hold a watercolor demonstration and book signing. Tom has completed over 1,200 original paintings depicting homes - new and old - schools, universities, public and private office buildings and churches. Mr. Hempel's art is displayed for public viewing at the Library through January.
Wednesday, December 21
Story Time for Littles, Evening Edition
Children's Program Room
6:00 - 6:45 pm
Nurture your young one's love of books through music, movement, stories and art exploration while helping develop language, motor and social skills.
Holiday Closings:
Saturday, December 24 and Monday, December 26
CLOSED in observance of Christmas
CLOSED for New Year's Eve
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