Moline Community Development Corporation

The East End neighborhood is buzzing with activity today! Join neighbors for a community-wide yard sale and potluck in the park. It's a great opportunity to find some amazing deals, connect with friends and neighbors, and enjoy the fun and fellowship that make our community special.
Stop by, say hello, and be part of the excitement—we hope to see you there!

Downtown Parking Survey Now Open

The City of Moline is currently conducting a comprehensive parking study focused on downtown Moline and we want your feedback.

Walker Consultants has been hired to assess the needs and opportunities related to:
🔹 On-street parking
🔹 Off-street parking
🔹 Parking operations and policies
🔹 Long-term parking management strategies

Whether you live, work, own a business or visit downtown, your input will help us better understand the current parking experience and plan for future improvements.

📝 Take the survey here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/MolineParkingStudy

Thank you for helping us plan for the future of downtown Moline. 💙

The final Handy at Home workshop of the year was a great success! Attendees learned how to identify unwanted household pests, including both rodents and insects, along with practical ways to prevent and remove them from their homes. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this year’s workshop series so engaging and informative!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Tree Education Session hosted in partnership with the City of Moline Parks & Recreation!
The event was a great success, with community members learning valuable tree maintenance and pruning techniques to help keep our neighborhoods healthy, beautiful, and growing strong. We appreciate everyone who attended, asked questions, and shared in the conversation about caring for our community’s trees.

April’s Handy at Home workshop, Wet Basement Solutions: Top to Bottom, was a great success! Attendees learned practical ways to redirect water away from their homes and how to recognize when it’s time to call in a professional. We appreciated all the great questions and engagement from participants—it made for a valuable and interactive session.

Don’t forget to register for the final Handy at Home workshop of the year, Pest Control: Unwanted House Guests!
Handy at Home: Pest Control: Unwanted House Guests https://givebutter.com/lFJTWP

We extend a heartfelt thank you and farewell to our former board members, Bill Abel and Sue Normoyle, for their many years of dedicated service to Moline Community Development Corporation.
Their leadership, thoughtful insights, and creative ideas have helped shape our work and strengthen our community in meaningful ways. We are truly grateful for the time, passion, and commitment they shared with our organization.
While we will miss their presence on the board, we know their impact will continue to be felt for years to come. Thank you, Bill and Sue, for everything you’ve done for Moline CDC and our community!

Join us for the East End Neighborhood Clean-Up and Youth Activities! This is a great opportunity to come together, give back, and help keep our neighborhood clean and welcoming for everyone.
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors! Youth activities will be available, making this a fun and meaningful way for everyone to get involved.
Together, we can make a difference. We hope to see you there!

March was another successful Handy at Home workshop where attendees learned basic plumbing essentials! There were great participation and questions during this workshop, bringing new insights to all involved.
We would like to express great gratitude to eXp Realty and Jerry’s Market for helping to make this workshop successful!
We have two more workshops this year. Don’t miss your chance to reserve seating!
https://www.molinecdc.org/projects/home-improvement-workshop-series

Join us for a free tree education session focused on proper pruning and tree care techniques! This workshop is designed for all experience levels, whether you're just getting started or looking to build on your existing knowledge.
Please register at -https://www.molinecdc.org/projects/home-improvement-workshop-series-gbtbx

Have you ever been curious about the 1916 Moline Orpheum Theater and the unique historical details it holds? If so, we have great news for you!
You are warmly invited to a special Memorial Tour of the historic 1916 Moline Orpheum Theater.
Join us as we remember the generations of performers, moviegoers, and community members who once filled this beloved theater with life. This guided tour will explore the history of the Orpheum, its architecture, and the many stories that have shaped its place in Moline’s past.
During the tour you will have the opportunity to see historic areas of the theater, learn about its early years during the golden age of vaudeville and silent films, and hear about ongoing efforts to preserve this treasured landmark.
Location: Moline Orpheum Theater, 139 - 4th Ave Moline, IL
Date & Time: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Admission: Free to attend. Freewill donations are appreciated and will support the preservation of the historic theater. Raffles will be available for a chance to win six nights in Puerto Plata, DR.
Light snacks will be provided.
Whether you have memories of the Orpheum or simply appreciate local history, we invite you to come walk through the past with us as we preserve history together for future generations!