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I am happy to announce that the East Moline Public Library is officially getting an outreach vehicle! Thanks to the Anna Mae Swanson Trust, personal contributions from our Board of Trustees, the Hampton Public Library District Board of Trustees, the FRIENDS of the Library, and other key stakeholders, we are at the halfway point of our fundraising goal. We are currently reviewing proposals for the design of a vehicle that will allow the library to bring materials, resources, and programming to multiple different neighborhoods in the community. Once we have our new library vehicle, we have planned stops at Hereford Park, Empire Park, Babcock Neighborhood, Butterworth Park, Fire Station Tot Lot, Wyman Park, and Mitchell Park. We hope to be in full swing by summer 2027.
We still have a way to go in fundraising to reach all of our stops. For more information about the library vehicle or to make a donation to help us expand our reach, visit our Library Vehicle Campaign website.
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Director’s Bookshelf
Recursion by Blake Crouch is a book about time travel (my personal fav!) that is unique in both plot and how time travel is conceptualized. It is a bit difficult to give a synopsis without giving away any of the many twists and turns this book takes. I personally find time travel fascinating and really liked that this story is set in modern day and does a decent job of logically explaining how time travel might be achieved. The story also focuses a lot on how one person's time travel would have a butterfly effect on others. The first half of the story is great and action packed. The second half drags a bit but concludes with a relatively satisfying ending. Definitely a story to check out if you enjoy time travel.
Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson is Goodreads' 2025 winner for best mystery and a Good Morning America book club pick. For better or worse I do have to jump on the bandwagon to read popular titles in order to retain my title as Librarian. With so much buzz around Holly Jackson's latest mystery, written for adults no less, I decided to give this a chance. I am currently 25% through the audio book and not very impressed. Usually I always recommend listening to an audio book, but I wonder if this book might be better in print. While the narrator fits the main character's personality with a raspy, sarcastic voice, they don't have much range. Many of the characters have off-putting pitches to their voices. Artistic license aside, the "walking dead" angle to the story far-fetched. Hopefully the masses prove me wrong and this book turns out to surprise me.
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You can be the first to check out popular book club books!
East Moline Public Library’s Book Ahead service puts the newest books by your favorite authors on hold for you! Choose from regular print or large print options. Categories include: Fiction, horror, mystery, romance, fantasy, and more!
Ask for a paper form at the front desk or click here to sign up!
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March 16
- Movie Matinee, 11-1pm
- Adventures in Storytime, 6-6:30pm
March 17
- Coloring Cafe, 4-5pm
- Teen Totoro Pen Holder Craft, 5:30-6:30pm
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March 18
March 20
- Imagination Station, 10:30-11am
- Family Bingo, 1-2:30pm
- Teen Gaming, 2-4pm
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Valentine's Craft at Hampton Heritage
February 12, 1-3pm
Every month, we offer a program at the Hampton Heritage Center. Join us in February to paint your own mini jewelry box and make some jewelry for yourself or a loved one!
Click here to sign up!
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Chair Yoga
Every Wednesday, 9:30am
Mahjong Club
Every Wednesday, 12-2pm
Euchre Club
Every Friday, 2:30pm
Bingo
Feb 3, 2pm
Mystery Readers Book Club
Feb 4, 4-6pm (First Wednesday every other month)
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Your Health 101: Improving Online Health Literacy - Feb 3, 6-7pm
This program is 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/databases and online support groups. This program will also help help you learn how to fill out your own personal health records and the importance of PHR, and how to discuss online health information with healthcare providers and encourage critical thinking and patient advocacy.
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Alice's Ordinary People Screening & Discussion, Feb 6, 6-7:30pm
We will learn about Alice Tregay's story and the ongoing fight for justice. Q & A session with director Craig Dudnick will follow the screening.
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Cricut Beyond the Basics: Faux Leather Keychains - Feb 7, 11-2pm
This class is intended for participants who already have a working knowledge of Cricut basics. Space is limited - sign up here!
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Valentine's Paint & Sip
Feb 14, 11-1pm
Enjoy a romantic painting and some fun drinks on Valentine's Day! Space is limited, click here to register!
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An Evening with Author R.L. Stine - Feb 24, 7-8pm
This is a virtual live presentation and R.L. Stine will not be attending in-person at the library. Click here for more information!
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Pinterest: Resin Jewelry
February 26, 12-2pm
Our popular adult Pinterest Craft Program is the fourth Thursday of each month. In February, we will be making beautiful resin jewelry. Registration is required. This program fills up fast, so don't wait!
Click here to sign up!
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Flower Cafe
Feb 11 | 4-7pm
Join us for coffee, tea, and flower making! We will be making flowers out of book pages, paper, pipe cleaners and more! Register here!
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Open Mic Night
Feb 18 | 4-7pm
Showcase your talent! Play an instrument, read poetry, or sing! Duos/bands welcome - we will have speakers and two microphones available to use! Sign up here!
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Fun with Resin
Feb 25 | 4-7pm
Learn how to make beautiful jewelry using resin! Space is limited, register here!
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Teen Library Council (TLC)
First Wednesday of the month, 4-7:30pm
TLC is a group of teens from across the Quad Cities who meet monthly with Teen Librarians to provide input on teen services, programming, material selection, event planning, and more. Play games, win prizes, and make new friends! It's also a fun way to get involved with the library while earning volunteer hours for school, job, or college applications. Click here for more info!
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Davenport Junior Theatre
Workshop Series for Tweens (Ages 10-13)
We will explore the art of theatre through three different topics: acting, musical theatre, and puppetry! Space is very limited, registration is required.
Feb 5: Acting (Register here)
Feb 12: Musical Theatre (Register here)
Feb 19: Puppetry (Register here)
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Tween Time: Buttons & Stickers
Feb 2, 3:30-4:30pm
Stop by and create your own buttons and stickers! All supplies will be provided. Sign up here!
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Tween Gaming
Feb 26, 3:30-5:30PM
Play games at the library every Thursday afternoon! We will have board games, laptops for Minecraft, and a Nintendo Switch.
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Goosebumps Party
Feb 24, 6-8pm
Stop by and enjoy spooky activities like button making, slime and a movie! Kids are able to stay and enjoy the activities if parents want to attend the discussion with R.L. Stine in the room next door at 7:00pm. Click here to sign up!
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Lunar New Year
Feb 28, 11:30-1PM
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. Click here to register!
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Coloring Cafe
Every other Tuesday, 4-5pm
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.
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Adventures in Storytime
Every Monday, 6pm.
Every other Saturday, 10am
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Sensory Playtime
Every other Tuesday, 10:30am
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Imagination Station
Every Friday, 10:30am
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NOTES FROM THE FRIENDS
I hope all of you are bundled up with a good book as we turn the calendar page to the month of hearts, February. We love our FRIENDS and wish to thank you again for all of your support--working, baking, donating items and money. This is all a big help to our library. You are appreciated.
What are you reading this month? A Romance Novel? Are you working a heart shaped puzzle? Have you decorated around your home for this holiday? Are you planning a lunch out with girlfriends or a dinner out with your spouse or significant other? Whatever you have planned........Happy Valentine's Day! Stop by the library for a little sweet treat.
If you know of someone that isn't a FRIEND, please invite them to become one. Click here for more info, and click here to follow us on Facebook!
With heartfelt gratitude,
Marcia Lintz, President of the FRIENDS of the East Moline Public Library
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LIBRARY BOARD
Lynn Colgan
Linda Gates
James A. Hoffman
Pam Muehling
Linda Nelson
Evenlyn Stokes
Van Thompson
Debbie VanderBeke
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LIBRARY STAFF
Bianca Sierra, Director
Noel Huntley, Reference Librarian
Livvy Menage, Outreach & Programming Supervisor
Emma Hughes, HR Coordinator & Reference Services
Alice Groth, Library Technician & Media Specialist
Mary Richards, Technical Services Librarian
Aimee Paschkov, Library Assistant
Hannah Lawrick, Library Assistant
Sarah Persico, Library Assistant
Dominique Mendoza, Lead Circulation Clerk
Gina Mekus, Circulation Clerk
Jamelyn Hoxsey, Circulation Clerk
Kynsleigh Pedersen, Circulation Clerk/Custodian
Alex Ozgur, Page
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