VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Free Senior Day, all seniors ages 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am Thu Aug 1
Reservations Required: Figge Member Trip to Detroit, reservations due by Aug. 1 for Sept. 25-29 trip; join… Figge Art Museum, Thu Aug 1
Scholar Presentation: Dr. Sandra Hindman, Illuminated Manuscripts, renowned professor, scholar, and gallerist Dr. Sandra Hindman will deliver… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Aug 1
Art Cart, on Saturdays; find our art cart in selected galleries; books,… Figge Art Museum, 11am thru Sat Aug 10
Archivist Talk: Exploring Illuminated Manuscripts, thru Jan. 12; Greber uses the fast-paced visual vocabulary of the… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Aug 8
Second Saturdays at the Figge, free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to… Figge Art Museum, 10am Sat Aug 10
Arts & Culture Celebration, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… Arts Alley, 5pm Thu Aug 15
Opening Reception: Crawford & Sage, held in conjunction with the exhibit of woodcut prints by Cathie… Quad City Arts Center, 6pm Thu Aug 15
Made Indie Market, presented by Crafted QC; a handmade and vintage maker’s market… Made Indie Market, 10am Sat Aug 17
Weave & Relax, experience the soothing rhythm of crochet and knitting in our… Robert R. Jones Public Library, 10am Sat Aug 17
START Drop-In Creation Station, a free, all-ages, drop-in opportunity for attendees to express their… Skeleton Key Art and Antiques, noon Sun Aug 18
Garden Glass After Hours, featuring 350+ individual pieces of glass. Learn more about the… Quad City Botanical Center, 6pm Thu Aug 22
Last Chance Tour Night: Southern Photography, Join a Figge docent for a tour of "Reckonings &… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 29
Outlying Areas
August
First Fridays Opening Reception: Under the Same Sun and A Life Lived in Bright Light, held in conjunction with the spectacular confluence of talent and vision… Voices Studio, 5:30pm Fri Aug 2
Grant Wood Studio Open Hours and Tours, on Saturdays and Sundays thru December; admission to the Studio… Grant Wood Studio, noon thru Sat Aug 31
Opposite Day: Family Fun Day at the CRMA, explore big artworks in contrast to tiny art pieces; gain… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, noon Sat Aug 10
DbqFest 2024, Aug. 10 & 11; this free, two-day arts festival welcomes… Washington Park, thru Sun Aug 11
Closing Reception & Jamboree for Alhamdu: Muslim Futurism, curated and organized by MIPSTERZ, a collective who has been… PS1 Close House, Sat Aug 17
Art in the Park Outdoor Art Gallery, juried outdoor show; we will award $250 for Best of… RB&W Park, 10am Sat Aug 24
September
Grant Wood Studio Open Hours and Tours, on Saturdays and Sundays thru December; admission to the Studio… Grant Wood Studio, noon Sun Sep 1
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Danyluk & Goodvin, thru Aug. 9; exhibits of contemporary paintings; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat.… Quad City Arts Center, thru Fri Aug 9
Illumination: Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts from the Figge Collection, thru Aug. 11; the Figge holds a small but impressive… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 11
Perkins, Vincent-Arnold, & Weller, thru Aug. 26; exhibit featuring photography by Brad Perkins and… Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport, thru Mon Aug 26
Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network, thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of… Figge Art Museum, thru Mon Sep 2
Dave Greber: Stilllives II: Vignette, thru Jan. 12; Greber uses the fast-paced visual vocabulary of the… Figge Art Museum, thru Mon Sep 2
Reckonings & Reconstructions: Southern Photography from the Do Good Fund, thru Sept. 8; the exhibit represents a survey of the… Figge Art Museum, thru Mon Sep 2
Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders!, thru Nov. 17; the exhibition showcases 50 years of innovation,… Figge Art Museum, thru Mon Sep 2
EVICTED, thru Aug. 10; inspired by Matthew Desmond’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book… SouthPark Mall, 1pm thru Sat Aug 10
EVICTED, thru Aug. 10; inspired by Matthew Desmond’s Pulitzer Prize-winning book… SouthPark Mall, 1pm Wed Aug 7
Crawford & Sage, thru Oct. 4; exhibit of woodcut prints by Cathie Crawford and… Quad City Arts Center, thru Mon Sep 2
Buchholtz, Kugler, & Mitchell, thru Oct. 29; exhibit featuring paintings by Holly Buchholtz, sculpture… Quad City International Airport Gallery, thru Mon Sep 2
Outlying Areas
Alhamdu: Muslim Futurism, thru Aug. 18; curated and organized by MIPSTERZ, a collective… PS1 Close House, thru Sun Aug 18
Tiny Wonders: Small-Scale Works from the Collection, thru Sep. 1; this exhibition highlights small works of art… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Sep 1
Art in Roman Life, thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels,… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection, thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
Fashionably Dressed, thru Sep. 22; featuring work by Vincent van Gogh, Henri… Muscatine Art Center, thru Mon Sep 2
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon, thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
Marvin Cone: An American Vision, thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker, thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
The Iowa State Fair, thru Sept. 8; Iowa artist Kurt Ullrich’s exhibit will explore… Muscatine Art Center, thru Mon Sep 2
The Vessel: Form and Function, thru Mar. 30; this exhibition explores the wide variety of… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
Thinking Big: Large-Scale Works from the Collection, thru Sep. 15; this exhibition features large works of art… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Mon Sep 2
A Life Lived in Bright Light, thru Sept. 28; an evocative and inspiring art exhibit by esteemed… Voices Studio, thru Mon Sep 2
Under the Same Sun, thru Sept. 28; renowned artists Leslie Bell and Lee White join… Voices Studio, thru Mon Sep 2
Classes
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Clay Open Studio: August, Thursdays thru Aug. 29; registering for this course allows you access… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Thu Aug 1
Trashion Show, craft an outfit or accessory from cardboard, plastic, and Styrofoam… LeClaire Community Library, 5:30pm Thu Aug 1
Wine & Art: Summer Fruits, with instructor Annie Peters students will create vibrant acrylic paintings… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 1
Tina Garrett: Starting Methods in Portraiture Workshop, students will learn to see and simplify values, create form,… Figge Art Museum, 9am Fri Aug 2
Making Memories, with instructor Abigail Olderog; students will create a wall plaque… Figge Art Museum, 3pm Sat Aug 3
Fruit Pinch Pots Afternoon Session: Ages 9-12, Aug. 5 & 6; with instructor Abigail Olderog; students will… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Mon Aug 5
Fruit Pinch Pots Morning Session: Ages 5-8, Aug. 5 & 6; with instructor Abigail Olderog; students will… Figge Art Museum, 9am Mon Aug 5
Sip & Stich: Fiber Arts Group, bring your recent fiber arts project and come work with… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Mon Aug 5
Pottery Wheel Bootcamp: August, Tuesdays thru Aug. 27; with instructor Laura Warner; students will… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Tue Aug 6
DIY Adult: String Art, Mindy from 3M High Strung will teach you how to… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Thu Aug 8
Watercolor: Next to Nature, Thursdays thru Aug. 29; with instructor Pat Bereskin; students will explore… Figge Art Museum, 8:30am Thu Aug 8
Make a Bag in the Makerspace, learn how to make a bag in the library’s Studio… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Fri Aug 9
Majolica Pottery, with instructor Laura Warner; students will learn the Italian glazing… Figge Art Museum, 10am Sat Aug 10
Adult DIY: Paper Roll Apples, adults are invited to make paper roll apples; free; for… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Mon Aug 12
Miniature Homes Afternoon Session: Ages 9-12, Aug. 12 & 13; with instructor Abigail Olderog; students will… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Mon Aug 12
Miniature Homes Morning Session: Ages 5-8, Aug. 12 & 13; with instructor Abigail Olderog; students will… Figge Art Museum, 9am Mon Aug 12
MPL Makers Club, the 2nd Floor Programming Room will be open to come… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Thu Aug 15
Adult Arts and Crafts: Sand Dollar Mandalas, mandalas symbolize unity, harmony, and the interconnectedness of all things;… Silvis Public Library, 3pm Fri Aug 16
Card-making with Donna Banta, join us at the library to craft cards with Donna… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Sat Aug 24
Decorate Yourself with Henna!, learn to paint yourself with henna to make long-lasting designs… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Sat Aug 24
Developing Your Painting Skills, Mondays thru Sep. 16; with instructor Nick DiGioia; students may receive… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Mon Aug 26
Pinterest, every month we will be making some exciting new craft;… East Moline Public Library, 11am Wed Aug 28
Pinterest: Pizza Pan Magnet Boards, we will be making pizza-pan magnet boards; free; for information,… East Moline Public Library, 11am Wed Aug 28
Adult DIY: Tissue Paper Tile Coasters, dults are invited to make tissue paper tile coasters in… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Thu Aug 29
Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Call for Submissions: Moline Public Art Commission Muralists, thru Aug. 21; the Moline Public Art Commission and Quad… Quad City Arts Center, thru Wed Aug 21
Call for Artists: Moline Public Library Exhibits, thru Dec. 30; seeking artists for temporary displays of 2 to… Moline Public Library, thru Sat Aug 31
September
Call for Artists: Moline Public Library Exhibits, thru Dec. 30; seeking artists for temporary displays of 2 to… Moline Public Library, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
MUSIC
MUSIC Concerts
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Corporate Rock, an event in the 2024 Summer Concert Series; a solo or duo… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Aug 1
Molly Martin - Whitehall (6pm), concert with the indie-rock singer/songwriter, featuring a set by Whitehall;… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Aug 1
T-Pain, the rap and hip-hop artist performs a grandstand concert for… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Thu Aug 1
Troy Rangel & Friends (6:30pm), an outdoor event in the Summer Concert Series; free; for… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Aug 1
2024 Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, thru Aug. 3; the 53rd weekend of concert sets held… Rhythm City Casino Resort, thru Sat Aug 3
10 of Soul, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 2
Bret Michaels, the iconic rocker and Poison frontman performs a grandstand concert… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Fri Aug 2
Joe Stamm Band - Tony Logue & the 184, concert with the Midwestern roots musicians, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Aug 2
Live at Five: Rude Punch - Eva Kendall (5pm), an event in the Free Summer Concert Series; for information,… Common Chord Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 2
Alan and Brianna (3pm), Alan is a longtime performer at Wide River, playing shows… Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport, 3pm Sat Aug 3
Alice Cooper, the rock legend performs a grandstand concert for the Mississippi… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Sat Aug 3
Funktastic 5, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 3
Shania Twin featuring Donna Huber - Brooke Byam, concert with the Canadian Shania Twain tribute artist, featuring a… Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room, 8:30pm Sat Aug 3
Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm), the band will be performing all your favorites from such… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 2pm Sun Aug 4
Scotty McCreery, the chart-topping country star performs a grandstand concert for the… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Sun Aug 4
Willi Carlisle - Genevieve Heyward (6pm), concert with the folk singer/songwriter from Kansas, featuring a set… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Aug 6
Wheatus - Mocktag - Grandfather Confusion (6pm), solo set with Brendan B. Brown, the lead singer of… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Aug 7
Crooked Cactus (6pm), an event in the CASI Summer Concert Series; we will have… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 6pm Thu Aug 8
Dani Lynn Howe Band, an event in the 2024 Summer Concert Series; a solo or duo… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Aug 8
The Folk Implosion - Bats (6pm), concert with the indie-rock ensemble founded in the early 1990s… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Aug 8
The Velies (6:30pm), an outdoor event in the Summer Concert Series; free; for… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Aug 8
Corporate Rock, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 9
Hudson Freeman - 24ThankYou, concert with the alternative/indie singer/songwriter, featuring a set by 24ThankYou;… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Aug 9
Kenji Lee’s Fortune Teller Trio - Randall Hall, the band’s latest, Ky​ū​dō, was featured on Bandcamp’s top 10 jazz… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Fri Aug 9
Live at Five: Crooked Cactus - Frank Weikert (5pm), an event in the Free Summer Concert Series; for information,… Common Chord Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 9
Pigs and Clover (6pm), described as “Raw Iowa Honey Folk,” this band performs their… Wide River Winery - LeClaire, 6pm Fri Aug 9
Big Brave - Spiritual Poison - Aseethe (1:30pm) - Old 97’s - John Buffalo (7pm), individual concert sets with the indie musicians; $19.84 / $33.06… Raccoon Motel, 1:30pm Sat Aug 10
Crown Your Empire - Dark Divine - Capstan - Oni, concert with the metalcore band from Dallas, Texas, formed in 2010;… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Sat Aug 10
Electric Shock, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 10
Jerm Theory (6pm), outdoor event in the Big 9 Concert Series, a collaboration… Freight House, 6pm Sat Aug 10
Summer Jam ’24: Bone Thugs-N-Harmony - Xzibit - Yung Joc - Torrian Ball, concert with the touring hip-hop musicians; $35-69; for tickets, call… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:30pm Sat Aug 10
Trace Adkins, concert with the multi-platinum-selling, Grammy-winning country-music artist in his "Somewhere… The Rust Belt, 8pm Sat Aug 10
Sweatstock: A Woodstock Festival Tribute, Aug. 10 & 11; local and regional musicians play concert… Schwiebert Riverfront Park, thru Sun Aug 11
Twen - Enumclaw (6pm), concert with the French pop duo made up of French-Moroccan identical… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Aug 11
Gooseberry, concert with the Brooklyn-based band that plays a combination of alternative… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Mon Aug 12
Ben Folds, concert with the Emmy-nominated alternative-rock singer/songwriter on his "Paper Airplane… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Tue Aug 13
Sauce Walka, concert with the touring rap performer, featuring opening sets by… The Redstone Room, 9pm Tue Aug 13
Angela Meyer (6:30pm), an outdoor event in the Summer Concert Series; free; for… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Aug 15
Bucktown Americana Music Show (6pm), the concert features the best in bluegrass, Americana, and old-time… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 15
Dizgo - Flabbergastor, Dizgo redefines the live experience by blending jamtronica with funk,… The Redstone Room, 8pm Thu Aug 15
Gabby Barrett, concert with the chart-topping, multi-platinum-selling country singer/songwriter; $50-90; for tickets… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Fri Aug 16
Live at Five: 10 of Soul - Soultru (5pm), an event in the Free Summer Concert Series; for information,… Common Chord Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 16
Matt Fuller Band, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 16
Nonpoint - Taproot - Hed PE - Smile Empty Soul - Simon Says (6:30pm), concert with the nu metal band from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, featuring… The Rust Belt, 6:30pm Fri Aug 16
Ultimate Fakebook - Hembree - Scott Ballew (6pm), free concert with the indie musicians in the Alternating Currents… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Fri Aug 16
Polyrhythms’ 10th Annual Bill Bell Jazz & Heritage Festival, thru Aug. 18; annual celebration of local music and culture with… Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, thru Sun Aug 18
Brian Skow (3pm), pianist Skow performs rock and blues around the Quad Cities;… Wide River Winery Tasting Room - Village of East Davenport, 3pm Sat Aug 17
Clover Country - Danny Lopriore - Kelsey Waldon (5pm), free concert with the indie musicians in the Alternating Currents… Raccoon Motel, 5pm Sat Aug 17
John Resch & Doggin’ Out (2pm), outdoor concert presented by the Mississippi Valley Blues Society and Alternating… MLK Park, 2pm Sat Aug 17
Niko Moon, concert with the country-pop singer/songwriter… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Sat Aug 17
Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops: The Music of Led Zeppelin, celebrate the music of Led Zeppelin with all their greatest… LeClaire Park Bandshell, 7:30pm Sat Aug 17
The Brat Pack, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 17
Windy City Dueling Pianos, the event combines high-energy live music played on two pianos… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Aug 17
The Dig 3 (4pm), the Mississippi Valley Blues society presents a concert with the… The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​, 4pm Sun Aug 18
The House Flies - Nonnie Parry - Glurge - Mirabilia (6pm), concert with the grunge-metal musicians in support of their new… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Aug 18
Roots of Rural Music: Live Music & History with Chris Vallillo (5:30pm), Vallillo is a singer/songwriter, roots musician, and historian; he has… Silvis Public Library, 5:30pm Mon Aug 19
Paul Spring - Munk Rivers - Dirty Blonde (6pm), concert with the folk singer/songwriters, featuring sets by Munk Rivers… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Aug 20
Eddie 9V (6pm), concert with the artist who has been wowing all types… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Aug 21
Wolf Eyes - The Hunting Grounds Death Cult (6pm), concert with the experimental music group from Detroit, Michigan, formed… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Aug 22
Bucktown Revue (6pm), a program featuring Americana music from the Heartland, their sound… Wide River Winery - LeClaire, 6pm Fri Aug 23
Charlie Otto & His Gear (4pm) - Superfly Samurai (7pm), concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 4pm Fri Aug 23
Live at Five: For Those About to Yacht - Shaun Easton (5pm), an event in the Free Summer Concert Series; for information,… Common Chord Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 23
Footballhead - G.M.G., concert with the Chicago-based alternative rock band headed by Ryan… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Aug 24
Hot Like Mars, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 24
Istvan & His Imaginary Band (2pm), a Back to School Concert event; Istvan’s cool, cleverly crafted kids’… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2pm Sat Aug 24
Colby T. Helms & the Virginia Creepers (6pm), concert with the 21-year-old country musician from Franklin County and… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Aug 28
The King in Concert (1 & 7:15pm), at 1 & 7:15pm; Victor Trevino, Jr. was the 2022… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Wed Aug 28
Karen as Dolly: Dolly Parton Tribute (1 & 7:15pm), at 1 & 7:15pm; country/pop concert with Karen Hester, the… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Thu Aug 29
7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Tribute, a stunningly accurate tribute to the music of the Eagles;… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 7:15pm Fri Aug 30
Ivan Julian - Running Man - Camp Regret, concert with the NYC punk guitar legend and original member of… Raccoon Motel, 8pm Fri Aug 30
Live at Five: Beaker Bros. Band - Chloe Finch (5pm), an event in the Free Summer Concert Series; for information,… Common Chord Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 30
Radio Flyer Pilots, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 30
Cole Chaney - Tony Logue & the 184, concert with the touring country musician, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Aug 31
Credit Island Throwback Fest 2024: Beaker Brothers Band Allman Brothers Tribute - Einstein’s Sister - QC Rock Academy (6pm), featuring a 4-7pm Community Carnival with food trucks, kids’ activities,… Credit Island, 6pm Sat Aug 31
I-Rock 5th Anniversary Show: All That Remains - Alborn - Shallow Side, celebration concert with the rock and metal musicians; $9.35… The Rust Belt, 7pm Sat Aug 31
Neal McCoy, concert with the chart-topping county singer/songwriter; $20-40; for tickets and… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Sat Aug 31
Suicide Forrest - Svneatr - Everlasting Light, a three-band black-metal show for all ages; $15 at the… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Aug 31
U2 Hype, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 31
September
Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band, concert event in the 2024 Rock the Wood Summer Lineup… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sun Sep 1
Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm), the band will be performing all your favorites from such… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 2pm Sun Sep 1
PROUD Tina: The Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner (5pm), hear all the energetic Rock and soulful RnB hits that… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 5pm Sun Sep 1
The Buttertones - New Misphoria, concert with the rock band from Los Angeles, formed in… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sun Sep 1
Outlying Areas
August
Bobbi White & Co., an event in the Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series; with… Eclipse Square Memorial Park, 7pm Fri Aug 2
DCI: Drum Corps International, the percussionists on their tour of the Midwest; for tickets,… Cedar Rapids Prairie High School, Fri Aug 2
The Fabulous Trutones - Cedar County Cobras (6:30pm), an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 2
Blake Shaw (6pm), North Linn Street concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 3
Catfish Keith, concert with the acoustic blues singer/songwriter and guitarist; $15-25; for… The James Theater, 7:30pm Sat Aug 3
Davina & the Vagabonds - Robert Ellis - Lojo Russo, concert with the touring blues ensemble, featuring sets by Robert… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Sat Aug 3
Jordan Sellergren (2pm), this singer-songwriter is the art director of Little Village magazine,… Wide River Winery - Clinton, 2pm Sun Aug 4
Lone Piño - Sunny War (6pm), an outdoor concert in the sixth-annual Levitt AMP Galva Music… Wiley Park, 6pm Sun Aug 4
Crystal City Trio (6:30pm), a concert in Summer of the Arts’ 2024 edition of… The Northside Marketplace, 6:30pm Tue Aug 6
Two Bit Maniac (6:30pm), playing Classic Rock, Jazz, and Blues; a concert in the… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 7
Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit - Shemekia Copeland, concert with the Grammy Award-winning folk and blues artists; $59.99-79.99;… Back Waters Stage, 8pm Fri Aug 9
Jim Ryan, an event in the Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series; with… Eclipse Square Memorial Park, 7pm Fri Aug 9
River Glen - Flash in a Pan (6:30pm), an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 9
Marc Janssen (6pm), North Linn Street concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 10
DeVotchKa, concert with the four-piece, multi-instrumental, indie-rock vocal ensemble; $30… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Sun Aug 11
Sunshine Regiacorte & Casey Foubert (2pm), concert with the musicians from Galesburg IL in a presentation… Carl Sandburg State Historic Site, 2pm Sun Aug 11
James Tutson (6:30pm), a concert in Summer of the Arts’ 2024 edition of Music… Fairmeadows Park, 6:30pm Tue Aug 13
Benefit for Palestine: Moreit - Penny Peach - Dodge Street Duo - thisworldisnotkind - ANGLEGRINDER, fundraiser for Palestine Children’s Relief Fund; $15-25; for information, call… Gabe’s, 7:30pm Wed Aug 14
Joy Oladokun - Julia Pratt, concert with the singer/songwriter whose music spans the genres of folk,… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Wed Aug 14
Streamline Deluxe (6:30pm), playing Jet-Age Country; a concert in the Summer Music Schedule;… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 14
Benefit for Palestine: Greg Brown - Pieta Brown - Dave Moore - Ion - .em - Sun Centauri (Alyx Rush + Jim Swim), fundraiser for Palestine Children’s Relief Fund; $15-25; for information, call… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Aug 15
3 on the Tree, an event in the Winning Wheels Summer Concert Series; with… Eclipse Square Memorial Park, 7pm Fri Aug 16
The Beaker Brothers (6:30pm), an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 16
Gordy & Debbie, some of the country legends you will hear Gordy &… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 7pm Sat Aug 17
James Tutson (6pm), North Linn Street concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 17
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, Country Music Hall of Famer, five-time Grammy-winner, and AMA Lifetime Achievement… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Aug 17
Old Dogs New Tricks (2pm), band members Chip Laub (keyboard), Reuel Owen (bass guitar), Lynn… Orpheum Theatre, 2pm Sun Aug 18
Dave Zollo (6:30pm), a concert in Summer of the Arts’ 2024 edition of Music… Frauenholtz-Miller Park, 6:30pm Tue Aug 20
Libertad Oeste (6:30pm), playing Latin music; a concert in the Summer Music Schedule;… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 21
Yonder Mountain String Band - River Valley Rangers, concert with the Grammy-nominated musicians at the forefront of the… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Wed Aug 21
Dandelion Stompers (6:30pm), an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 23
Ana Tijoux, one of the most respected MCs in any language, Ana… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Aug 24
The Last Revel - Bad Bad Hats, concert with the touring folk ensemble, featuring a set by… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Sat Aug 24
Tommy Prine - Joel Sires, Tommy Prine’s debut album This Far South (released 6/23/23) is… Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon - Iowa City, 8pm Sat Aug 24
Tyland (6pm), North Linn Street concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 24
Winterland (6:30pm), a concert in the new Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings series; attendees… Riverfront Crossings Park, 6:30pm Sat Aug 24
The Robert Cray Band, Cray’s achievements include millions of albums and countless concert tickets, winning five… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Tue Aug 27
Diane Road (6:30pm), playing Jazz; a concert in the Summer Music Schedule; the… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 28
Fall Welcome Concert: Reyna Tropical (6pm) - Dawes (7:15pm) - Cory Wong (9pm), students, locals, and visitors from far and wide can enjoy… Hancher Auditorium, 6pm Thu Aug 29
Uniphonics (6:30pm), an event in the the 2024 Friday Night Concert Series; the… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 30
Use Your Illusion: Guns N’ Roses Tribute, concert with the touring hard-rock tribute musicians; $35-55; for tickets… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Fri Aug 30
Fine2Day Fest: Admiral Radio (6pm) - Cordovas (7pm) - SUSTO Stringband (8pm) - Jeremie Albino (9:10pm) - Katie Pruitt (10:20pm), two-day gathering of independent musicians performing in the Barn and… Codfish Hollow Barn, 6pm Sat Aug 31
Flash in a Pan (6pm), North Linn Street concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 31
September
Fine2Day Fest Nature Brunch Concert: Cannon Rogers (11am) - Clint Roberts (11:45am), two-day gathering of independent musicians performing in the Barn and… Codfish Hollow Barn, 11am Sun Sep 1
Fine2Day Fest: Running Man (3pm) - Johnny Delaware (4pm) - Moonsville (5pm) - Rose Hotel (6:05pm) - She Returns from War (7:10pm) - David Ramirez (8:20pm) - SUSTO (9:40pm), two-day gathering of independent musicians performing in the Barn and… Codfish Hollow Barn, 3pm Sun Sep 1
Unspecified
August
Alternating Currents 2024, thru Aug. 18; the return of the annual music, film,… thru Sun Aug 18
Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Call for Entry: Black Hawk College Community String Orchestra, Mondays thru Dec. 2; in Building 4, with instructor James Fudge;… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6:30pm Mon Aug 19
Call for Entry: Black Hawk College Community Concert Band, Tuesdays thru Dec. 3; in Building 4, with instructor Erin… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6:30pm Tue Aug 20
Call for Entry: Black Hawk College Community Chorale, Thursdays thru Dec. 12; in Building 4, with instructor Irene… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6:30pm Thu Aug 22
Call for Entry: Black Hawk College Community Group Guitar, Wednesdays thru Oct. 2; in Building 4; designed for players… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 7pm Wed Aug 28
LITERARY ARTS
LITERARY ARTS Readings & Discussions
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Roaring Rhetoric Spoken Word Open Mic, hosted by Aubs. DJ-ed by K1ng Supr3m3, sign up when… Rozz-Tox, 7pm Fri Aug 2
SPECTRA: Books & Beats, co-presented by the Midwest Writing Center, held in celebration of… Rozz-Tox, 6pm Sat Aug 3
Dorothy Must Die, join us for books, snacks, and conversation about Danielle Page’s… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm Mon Aug 5
Gender Queer, senior citizens and any interested adult library patrons are invited… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Aug 5
Pageturners, a contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Aug 6
The Davenports, a discussion of Krystal Marquis’ teen book with the See… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Aug 7
Roses, Rhododendron, discussion of Alice Adams’ short story with the Short &… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Mon Aug 12
How to Be An Antiracist, a discussion of Ibram X. Kendi’s book with the West… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Aug 13
On Animals, a discussion of Susan Orlean’s book with the Get Lit… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Tue Aug 13
TV6 Book Club, join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Wed Aug 14
The Mothers, a discussion of Brit Bennett’s book with the Between the Lines… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Aug 14
Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children, a discussion of Ransom Riggs’ book with the Overbooked Book… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 15
The ATLAS 19 Two-Part Reading and Release Party: Part I, a Family and Friends Reception at the Rock Island Public… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 5pm Thu Aug 15
The ATLAS 19 Two-Part Reading and Release Party: Part II, Young Emerging Writers (YEW), and maybe some special guests, will… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Thu Aug 15
Book Tasting, sample some of our new books and find your next… East Moline Public Library, noon Sat Aug 17
Maureen Wallner: Up the Downside, the local author will read from her recently published memoir,… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Aug 19
Book ’Em Mystery Book Group,  pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Aug 20
Call Me by Your Name, discussion of André Aciman’s book with the Read with Pride… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Aug 20
The Henna Artist, a discussion of Alka Joshi’s book with the Midtown Readers… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6:30pm Tue Aug 20
Evil Eye, a discussion of Etaf Rum’s book with the Novel Naptime… Moline Public Library, 9:30am Wed Aug 21
Night of the Living Rez, the Contemporary Books Discussion Group will discuss four pieces in… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Aug 21
Virtual Author Talk with Shelby Van Pelt, a chat with the New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Wed Aug 21
Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed, a discussion of Lori Gottlieb’s book with the Last Monday… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Mon Aug 26
Oak: The Frame of Civilization, a discussion of William Bryant Logan’s book with the Environmental… River Action, 7pm Tue Aug 27
The Music of Bees: A Novel, a discussion of Eileen Garvin’s book with the Southwest Book… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 4pm Wed Aug 28
Unbecoming, a discussion of Rebecca Scherm’s book with the Brown Bag… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Wed Aug 28
THEATRE
THEATRE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Lend Me a Tenor, the Proscenium Players present Ken Ludwig’s Tony-winning backstage slapstick; Fri.… The Black Box Theatre, 7pm thru Sat Aug 3
The Little Mermaid, Countryside Community Theatre’s production of the Tony-nominated stage adaptation of… North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, thru Sun Aug 4
Pinkalicious: The Musical, family comedy based on the beloved book series by Victoria… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, thru Sat Aug 10
Fiddler on the Roof, Quad City Music Guild presents the Tony-winning classic about a… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, thru Sun Aug 11
Ripcord, David Lindsay-Abaire’s play about two elderly women thrown together by… The Spotlight Theatre, thru Sun Aug 11
The Bikinis: A New Musical Beach Party, jukebox musical comedy about the reunion of a popular girls’… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, thru Sat Aug 24
The Truth, the U.S. premiere of Florian Zellner’s dark comedy adapted by… The Black Box Theatre, thru Sat Aug 31
Squatters on the Red Earth, Mary Swander’s one-person play about the peaceful encounter between the… Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University, 7pm Sat Aug 24
Auditions: Annie, seeking performers for the Tony-winning musical based on the beloved… The Spotlight Theatre, thru Sun Aug 25
Outlying Areas
Grease, Festival 56 presents the Broadway-musical smash about senior year at… Grace Theater, thru Sun Aug 4
The Marvelous Wonderettes, jukebox musical that employs pop songs from the 1950s and ’60s… Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, thru Sun Aug 4
Clue: On Stage, comedic whodunit based on the classic board game; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm,… Timber Lake Playhouse, thru Sun Aug 11
Shrek the Musical Jr., student-performed, one-act version of the Tony-winning fairytale musical comedy based… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, thru Sun Aug 4
A Grand Night for Singing!, Iowa City Community Theatre presents this fresh take on the… Englert Theatre, thru Sun Aug 11
Jekyll & Hyde, Frank Wildhorn’s popular musical based on the Robert Louis Stevenson… Timber Lake Playhouse, thru Sun Aug 25
The Money in Uncle George’s Suitcase, Pat Cook’s slapstick comedy about a will reading gone wrong,… Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, thru Sun Aug 25
Sex, Please, We’re Sixty, TKM Theatrical Productions presents the door-slamming slapstick farce by Michael… Amana Performing Arts Center, thru Sun Aug 25
Auditions & Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
ComedySportz Laugh Camp: Grades 4-8, thru Aug. 9; an intensive session where kids get completely… The Spotlight Theatre, Mon Aug 5
K-3rd Disney Musical Theatre Camp, thru Aug. 9; an intensive session where kids get completely… The Spotlight Theatre, Mon Aug 5
Theatre Class: Frozen Kids for Grades 1-6, take part in the fanciful and heartwarming stage adaptation of… The Spotlight Theatre, 4pm Mon Aug 5
Musical Theatre Dance with Ellie Allen, Thursdays thru Sept. 28, for ages 7th grade to adult;… The Spotlight Theatre, 5pm Thu Aug 8
Theatre Class: Seussical Jr. for Grades 4-8, Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all… The Spotlight Theatre, 4:30pm Tue Aug 13
Auditions: Life Sucks, seeking seven performers of varying ages and physical types for… Playcrafters Barn Theatre, thru Mon Aug 19
Auditions: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, auditions for Quad City Music Guild’s presentation of the lavish… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1pm thru Sun Aug 25
Outlying Areas
August
Children’s Theatre Workshop, this workshop for the younger theatre lovers is focused on… Timber Lake Playhouse, 10am Sat Aug 3
Comedy Character Creators (Morning): Ages 8-12, thru Aug. 9; through a fun mix of theatre games… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 9am Mon Aug 5
Footliters Traveling Playhouse: The Call of the Matterhorn – Ages 7-18, thru Aug. 9; campers will audition, rehearse, and perform a… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 9am Mon Aug 5
Unspecified
August
Call for Entries: The John Lazarus Story, thru Aug. 1; seeking three adult male voice actors who… Thu Aug 1
DANCE
DANCE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Ballet Quad Cities’ Ballet on the Lawn, at 3 & 6pm: this one-hour season opener features new… Davenport Outing Club, Sun Aug 25
Ballet Quad Cities’ Children’s Day at the Ballet – Dex: The Heart of a Hero, interact with the professional dancers of BQC and enjoy face… Davenport Outing Club, 11am Sun Aug 25
Classes, & Ongoing Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, thru Sat Aug 31
Auditions for Ballet Quad Cities’ The Nutcracker: Ages 11 & Older, seeking performers for the ballet company’s annual presentations of Tchiakovsky’s… Ballet Quad Cities Studio, 5:30pm Wed Aug 28
Auditions for Ballet Quad Cities’ The Nutcracker: Ages 7 - 10, seeking youths for the ballet company’s annual presentations of Tchiakovsky’s… Ballet Quad Cities Studio, 4:30pm Wed Aug 28
September
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
COMEDY
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
ComedySportz Quad Cities, on Fridays and Saturdays;  the Quad Cities’ fast-paced, all-ages improvisational… The Spotlight Theatre, 7pm thru Sat Aug 31
GIT Improv at the Carnegie, an evening with the uproarious improv comedy sensation hailing from the… The Sound Conservatory - Moline, 7pm Sat Aug 3
ComedySportz on the Road, ComedySportz QC is bringing their popular improv comedy show to… Front Street Brewery, 7pm Thu Aug 8
Have A Good Laugh w/ Tanya Lewis, a Christian Comedy Family Event presented by Bethel AME, featuring the recipient… Adler Theatre, 5pm Sat Aug 10
Roll 4 Improv, presented by The Nightcaps; in the ultimate test of “Yes,… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Aug 10
Pete Davidson, an evening with the celebrated stand-up comedian, actor, writer, producer, and… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Sun Aug 11
Greg Warren - Brent Terhune - Chris Schlichting, an evening with the nationally touring comedian, featuring sets by Brent… Capitol Theatre, 8pm Thu Aug 15
Laugh Hard Stand-Up Comedy Show, featuring many hilarious comedians from across the area; $3; for… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Aug 16
The Little Detroit Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… City Loafers, 8pm Fri Aug 16
The Loose Meat Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… Bootleg Hill Honey Meads, 10pm Fri Aug 16
The Rising Waters Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… The Lemonade Stand Restaurant, 6pm Fri Aug 16
David Casas Magic, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… Made Indie Market, 10am Sat Aug 17
David Casas Magic, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… Tiphanie’s, noon Sat Aug 17
The Crack Your Back Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… The Lemonade Stand Restaurant, 8pm Sat Aug 17
The Pinfall Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… City Loafers, 3pm Sat Aug 17
The Revenge of Walt Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… City Loafers, 6pm Sat Aug 17
The Sliced Bread Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… The Lemonade Stand Restaurant, 5pm Sat Aug 17
The Taco Pizza Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… The Lemonade Stand Restaurant, noon Sat Aug 17
The Truck Eating Bridge Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… City Loafers, 10pm Sat Aug 17
The Bulldog Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… Adventurous Brewing, 5pm Sun Aug 18
The Gilbert Comedy Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival… Adventurous Brewing, 2pm Sun Aug 18
Nate Bargatze, an evening with the Grammy-nominated comedian, podcaster, director, and producer… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7pm Fri Aug 23
Comedy Open Mic Night, 10 comedians will perform 7-minute sets; hosted by Brian Farrell;… Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room, 7:30pm Thu Aug 29
Outlying Areas
August
Greg Batton: Life. In Boxes., one-man-show with the Central Illinois radio personality and comedian, who delivers sometimes… Orpheum Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Aug 24
MUSEUMS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
All Aboard: Our Quad City Locomotive Legacy, thru Oct. 13; the exhibit brings an expansive look into… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Sat Aug 31
Beer Beyond Germany: History of Brewing in the QC, thru Oct. 20; learn about historic breweries, how prohibition led… German American Heritage Center, thru Sat Aug 31
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories, thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Sat Aug 31
Immigration Then & Now: Finding Refuge in the Quad Cities, thru Sept. 15; learn about current populations settling in the… German American Heritage Center, thru Sat Aug 31
Quad City Innovators, thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Sat Aug 31
Cheers & Biers: German Homebrew Tasting & Demo, join us for a brewing demo, homebrew tastings, and a… German American Heritage Center, 4pm Fri Aug 2
Historic Summer Walking Tours, learn about where German immigrants worked, lived, and created a community; the… German American Heritage Center, 10am thru Sat Aug 17
Civil Rights Trolley Tour, the Davenport Civil Rights Trolley Tour is led by Ryan… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 6pm thru Mon Aug 12
ASL Tour, the GAHC will be offering docent guided tours quarterly throughout… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sat Aug 10
German American Heritage Center Seasonal Guided Tour, the docent’s tour of the museum is accompanied by an ASL… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sat Aug 10
Path to Citizenship: What Does It Take to Become a U.S. Citizen?, presented by Leah Hodge; learn about some of the barriers… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Aug 11
History on Tap: Davenport’s Twisted History, every third Thursday, we serve up fascinating talks on a variety… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 7pm Thu Aug 15
Pysanky Egg Workshop, egg-dying workshop; $30 for members, $35 for non-members; for information,… German American Heritage Center, noon Sun Aug 18
Bus Trip to Amana Colonies, join us for a bus trip to the Amana Colonies!… German American Heritage Center, Fri Aug 23
The Graf Zeppelin: 95th Anniversary Over Davenport, a presentation in the Kaffee und Kuchen series; free for… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Aug 25
September
All Aboard: Our Quad City Locomotive Legacy, thru Oct. 13; the exhibit brings an expansive look into… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
Beer Beyond Germany: History of Brewing in the QC, thru Oct. 20; learn about historic breweries, how prohibition led… German American Heritage Center, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories, thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
Immigration Then & Now: Finding Refuge in the Quad Cities, thru Sept. 15; learn about current populations settling in the… German American Heritage Center, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
Quad City Innovators, thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
MOVIES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
An Infantryman from Hero Street, Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmakers Kelly and Tammy Rundle of Fourth… Robert R. Jones Public Library, 1pm Tue Aug 6
The Boys in the Boat, a screening in the Downtown Movie Club series; ight refreshments… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1pm Thu Aug 8
Trolls Band Together, screening in the 2024 Summer of the Arts Free Movies… North Liberty, Sat Aug 10
Alternating Currents Film Festival, thru Aug. 18; Alternating Currents hosts the Quad Cities’ largest annual… The Last Picture House, thru Sun Aug 18
The Rock Island Railroad Video Series #7: This Was the Rock Island, this 1 hr. 10 min. video is a fast-moving kaleidoscope… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Tue Aug 20
The ’Burbs, outdoor screening of Joe Dante’s 1988 comedy starring Tom Hanks;… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Aug 24
Outlying Areas
August
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron, 2 & 7pm screenings of the hit family movie in… Orpheum Theatre, Thu Aug 1
Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival, thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the March 21 &… Bridge View Center, thru Sat Aug 31
Hercules, screening in the 2024 Summer of the Arts Free Movies… Pepperwood Plaza, Sat Aug 3
The Shaggy Dog, 2 & 7pm screenings of the hit family movie in… Orpheum Theatre, Thu Aug 8
The Super Mario Bros. Movie, screening in the 2024 Summer of the Arts Free Movies… Pepperwood Plaza, Sat Aug 17
September
Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival, thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the March 21 &… Bridge View Center, Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2
Unspecified
August
Virtual Event: Iowa Motion Picture Association Open Script Night, an opportunity as a screenwriter to refine your craft, as an actor… 6pm Tue Aug 20
SPORTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, professional minor-league baseball game; $17; for tickets, call 563-324-3000… Modern Woodmen Park, thru Sun Aug 11
Rumble in Rocktown, Sat. 7-9pn, Sun. 2-4pm; 2024 Pro Wrestling event to be… Wake Brewing Company, thru Sun Aug 18
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Lansing Lugnuts, professional minor-league baseball game; $17; for tickets, call 563-324-3000… Modern Woodmen Park, thru Sun Aug 25
2024 Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, Aug. 31 & Sep. 1; held at 1724 Fourth Ave.;… Wake Brewing Company, Sat Aug 31
September
2024 Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, Aug. 31 & Sep. 1; held at 1724 Fourth Ave.;… Wake Brewing Company, Sun Sep 1
EVENTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Uncork the Season: Quad City Symphony Orchestra, kick off the season with an evening of beautiful rooftop… Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House, 6pm Thu Aug 1
Bettendorf Americana Car Show & Antique Auction, thru Aug. 3; the annual heritage event connecting global car… Downtown Bettendorf, thru Sat Aug 3
2024 Mississippi Valley Fair, thru Aug. 4; annual event featuring grandstand concerts, rides, attractions,… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, thru Sun Aug 4
Pop-Up Library in the Park: Fillmore Elementary, on Thursdays; join us from 1pm-3pm at Slattery Park for a… Slattery Park, 1pm thru Thu Aug 8
Audiophiles Walking Club, on Thursdays; the club welcomes anyone who likes to listen… Lindsay Park, 9am thru Thu Aug 29
Bettendorf Farmers’ Market, open Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 5:30pm… Bettendorf Farmers’ Market, 2:30pm thru Thu Aug 29
Open Stage Night, on Thursdays; a weekly open-mic event; we will also be… Theo’s Java Cafe, 6pm thru Thu Aug 29
Pop-Up Library in the Park: Slattery, on Fridays; join us for a Pop-UP OWL (Outreach Wheeled… Slattery Park, 1pm thru Fri Aug 9
Carriage Haus Bar and Hauberg Stables Gift Shop Event, on Fridays; free event with a cash bar, unique merchandise,… Hauberg Civic Center Mansion, 1pm thru Fri Aug 30
Mansion and Carriage House Tours, on Fridays; $10/person, free for ages 12 & under; for… Hauberg Civic Center Mansion, 3pm thru Fri Aug 30
Quad Cities Area Family Fair, hosted by Hand in Hand and Gigi’s Playhouse; featuring more… Veterans Memorial Park, 9am Sat Aug 3
Davenport Farmers’ Market @ Northpark Mall, open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8am to noon… Davenport Farmers’ Market, 8am thru Sat Aug 31
Library in the Park: Annie Wittenmyer, enjoy activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library… Annie Wittenmyer Complex, 9:45am Mon Aug 5
Pop-Up Library in the Park: Fillmore Elementary, join us for a Pop-UP OWL (Outreach Wheeled Library) to enjoy… Garfield Park, 2pm Mon Aug 5
All Ages Chess Club, play some rounds of chess at the library; all skill… East Moline Public Library, 3pm Tue Aug 6
Bingo, adults can enjoy some rounds of Bingo at the library;… East Moline Public Library, 2pm Tue Aug 6
Library in the Park: Marquette, enjoy activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library… Marquette Park, 2pm Tue Aug 6
Pop-Up Library in the Park: Sunderbruch Park, join us for a Pop-UP OWL (Outreach Wheeled Library) to enjoy… Sunderbruch Park, 10am Tue Aug 6
2024 Great River Tug Fest LeClaire, thru Aug. 10; the annual tug-of-war over the Mississippi River against… LeClaire Levee, thru Sat Aug 10
2024 Great River Tug Fest Port Byron, thru Aug. 10; the annual tug-of-war over the Mississippi River against… LeClaire Levee, thru Sat Aug 10
Library in the Park: Goose Creek, enjoy activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library… Marquette Park, 10am Fri Aug 9
Pop-Up Library at East Moline Coffee Company, grab your morning coffee & learn what the East Moline… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Fri Aug 9
Viva La Divas, the premiere drag show in the area showcasing the best… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Aug 9
Back to School Resource Fair, families can find support and resources from multiple vendors; the… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 11am Sat Aug 10
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers’ Market, cool off in the shade of our awning, check out… Freight House Farmer’s Market, 8am Sat Aug 10
Vander Veer Follow Your Roots: A Walk through the Park, join staff members of the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center of… Vander Veer Botanical Park, 11am Sat Aug 10
Vander Veer Follow Your Roots: Harvesting Family History Pop-up, learn about tracing your family’s roots with the resources of… Vander Veer Conservatory, 1pm Sat Aug 10
Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club, an all-ages and skill levels chess club; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm thru Sat Aug 24
Praying with Julian of Norwich: Her Visions and Wisdom about Prayer for Our Lives, a day of retreat with Fr. Bob Miller and Dr.… St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 8:30am Tue Aug 13
Fejervary Family Fun Day, Davenport Public Library staff will bring items to check out,… Fejervary Learning Center, noon Sat Aug 17
Floatzilla 2024, hop in your kayak and join the largest paddling event… Sunset Park, 2:30pm Sat Aug 17
Greek Street Food Fest, hosted by the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church of East Moline, held… Whiskey Stop, 10:30am Sat Aug 17
RAQStar Dance Variety Show & Lesson, catch the variety show, followed by a free family-friendly belly… SkyBridge Courtyard, 12:30pm Sat Aug 17
12th Annual CCKMA Car, Bike, & Jeep Show, a free, family friendly event with the purpose of brining… Steve’s Old Time Tap, noon Sun Aug 18
Adult Knitting Circle, whether you are in the middle of a project or… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Aug 19
Board Game Day, learn to play new games, or rediscover an old favorite;… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Sat Aug 24
Breakfast with the African Painted Dogs, breakfast will be served in the Discovery Center Gallery; after… Niabi Zoo, 8:30am Sat Aug 24
Credit Island Throwback Fest 2024: Beaker Brothers Band Allman Brothers Tribute - Einstein’s Sister - QC Rock Academy (6pm), featuring a 4-7pm Community Carnival with food trucks, kids’ activities,… Credit Island, 4pm Sat Aug 31
September
Bettendorf Farmers’ Market, open Mondays and Thursdays from 2:30 to 5:30pm… Bettendorf Farmers’ Market, 2:30pm Mon Sep 2
Outlying Areas
August
Mass on the Prairie, with Scheduled Celebrant Fr. Brian Miclot; for information and to register,… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Wed Aug 7
LECTURES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Terracycle, Terracycle is a national organization that keeps tons of hard-to-recycle… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Thu Aug 1
The Music of Bix Beiderbecke & Louie Bellson, a presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; presented by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Thu Aug 1
Words Beneath the Words: A Performance by Deborah Dakin, explore with Deborah Dakin how music and poetry offer us… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 2pm Thu Aug 1
Doing Time: Prison Records as Genealogy Resources, offered through Legacy Family Tree Webinars, this presentation is presented by… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 1pm Sat Aug 3
Exploring the Marsh, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; a presentation in River Action’s… River Action, 9am Sat Aug 3
Tea Blending Workshop, join Sunlight Apothecary’s owner Rebecca Sebastian for a morning of… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Sat Aug 3
Cooking with Catalina: Quesabirria, join Catalina as she cooks up a traditional Mexican dish… Silvis Public Library, 5:30pm Mon Aug 5
The Heart of Downtown Davenport Walking Tour: Architectural Styles and Stories, join architectural historian and guide Ellen Shapley for this informative and fun… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 6pm Mon Aug 5
Our River Landscape Mosaic, a presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; presented by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am thru Thu Aug 8
QC History Hop: American Doll & Toy Museum, the Doll Museum boasts of over 8,000 items of  pre-historic,… American Doll and Toy Museum, 3:30pm Wed Aug 7
Before Rock Island, There Was Farnhamsburg, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; a presentation in River Action’s… River Action, thru Sat Aug 10
Investment Scams & Fraud, learn what to be wary of with investment scams and… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 8
Investment Scams & Fraud, learn what to be wary of with investment scams and… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 11am Fri Aug 9
Introduction to Spanish,  join Catalina for some basics in speaking Spanish; free; for… East Moline Public Library, 11am Mon Aug 12
Small Business Development Workshop: Finding Your True Customer, the Eastern Iowa Small Business Development Center and SCORE business… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm Mon Aug 12
Plastic Pollution on the Mighty Mississippi River, a presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; presented by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am thru Thu Aug 15
Establishment and History of Camp McClellan, after the start of the Civil War Iowa answered the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Aug 14
History with the Rock Island Arsenal, join the Army Sustainment Command Historians as they explore the… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Aug 14
Quad City National Weather Service Office Tour, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; a presentation in River Action’s… River Action, thru Sat Aug 17
Introduction to the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, this presentation will provide an overview of the many services… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6pm Thu Aug 15
Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland, on Thursdays; receive one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 4pm thru Thu Aug 29
LEAD Fridays @ Watts-Midtown Branch, this presentation will provide an overview of the many services… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, noon thru Fri Aug 30
Heartland Rooted Quad Cities, a community resource advocating for a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle to… Grace Technologies, 11am Sat Aug 17
Commercial Fishing on the Mississippi, a presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; presented by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am thru Thu Aug 22
Twisted Tales of the Quad Cities, the program will let you in on 90 very weird… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Aug 21
The South Branch of the Mississippi: Small but Important, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; a presentation in River Action’s… River Action, thru Sat Aug 24
Score Business Program Lunch and Learn, bring your lunch and meet with representatives of SCORE and… Bettendorf Public Library, noon Fri Aug 23
Developing a Business Budget, a program in the Be Your Own Boss series; we… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Mon Aug 26
Fermentation 101, learn about the basic fundamentals of lacto-fermentation, how to safety… East Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Mon Aug 26
Gongoozling with USACE: 200 Years of Operation, Maintenance, & Inspections Along the Upper Mississippi River, a presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; presented by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am thru Thu Aug 29
This Is a Farm, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; a presentation in River Action’s… River Action, thru Sat Aug 31
National Treasures at the Putnam, Curator of History and Anthropology Christina Kastell will share a… Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Aug 29
Outlying Areas
August
A Spiritual Practice to Affirm the Wisdom Growing within Your Soul, led by Elaine K. Olson; this retreat allows you to… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Fri Aug 2
Spirituality with the Land: Healing, Kinship and Repair, led by Eric Anglada; get a renewed sense of connection… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9:30am Sat Aug 3
Leave No Trace, led by Dave Murcia; lessen your impact on Mother Earth;… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Thu Aug 8
A Circle of Women’s Wisdom, led by Helen Schiltz, MAPS; find wisdom in sharing your… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Sat Aug 10
Praying with Julian of Norwich: Her Visions & Wisdom About Prayer for Our Lives, led by Rev. Robert Miller and Dr. Mark Nimo; learn… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Mon Aug 12
Bring Back the Pollinators, led by Becki Wells; learn more about pollinators, which are… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Wed Aug 14
Order of the Sacred Earth: An Intergenerational Vision of Love and Action, virtual event led by Rev. Dr. Matthew Fox; take the… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Thu Aug 15
Every Step is Home: A Spiritual Geography from Appalachia to Alaska, virtual event led by Lori Erickson; have a deeper understanding… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Mon Aug 19
Facing the Reluctant Prophet Within Ourselves, led by Dennis Eastin; the call to be a prophet… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Sat Aug 24
Transformational Awakening, led by Janel Wenndt; join us to learn various ways… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Tue Aug 27
Peace Through the Beatitudes, led by Sr. Kathleen Sadler; discover how the Beatitudes are… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Wed Aug 28
MEETINGS, ETC
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings;… Scott County Administrative Center, 5pm thru Thu Aug 29
Board Personnel & Policy Committee Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Mon Aug 5
Bettendorf City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 5pm thru Mon Aug 19
East Moline City Council Regular Meeting / Committee of the Whole Meeting, meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month;… East Moline Council Chambers at City Hall, 6:30pm thru Mon Aug 19
Bend of the River Quad Cities Pilot Club, on the 1st Tue. of the month; Pilot International transforms… Hickory Gardens Family Restaurant, Tue Aug 6
Midwest Corvettes Club Monthly Meeting, join us to discuss Corvettes, friends, and community … Eriksen Chevrolet - Milan, 6:30pm Tue Aug 6
Bettendorf City Council Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 7pm thru Tue Aug 20
Silvis City Council Meeting, held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month;… Silvis City Hall, 6:30pm thru Tue Aug 20
Coal Valley City Hall Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Aug 7
Quad Cities Chamber Annual Meeting, presented by Mediacom & Mediacom Business; join us for an… Rhythm City Casino Resort, 11:30am Wed Aug 7
Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm thru Wed Aug 21
Bettendorf Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, free; for information, call 563-344-4175… Bettendorf Public Library, 5pm Thu Aug 8
Moline Public Library Board Meeting, agendas are available prior to the meetings, minutes are available… Moline Public Library, noon Thu Aug 8
Rock Island City Council Meeting, Public Comment is held at the beginning of City Council… Rock Island City Hall, 6:45pm thru Mon Aug 26
Moline City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting, meets in Council Chambers; the formal City Council meeting is… Moline City Hall, 6pm thru Tue Aug 27
Riverdale City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month;… Riverdale City Hall, 7pm thru Tue Aug 27
Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole Meeting, the board will review legislative actions, administrative items, and contracts; for… Scott County Administrative Center, 8pm thru Tue Aug 27
Historical Society Meeting, meeting upstairs, all welcome; free; for information, call 309-523-3440… River Valley District Library, 7pm Wed Aug 14
Rock Island Committee of the Whole Meeting, held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month (subject to… Rock Island County Office Building, 5:30pm Wed Aug 14
Davenport City Council Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm thru Wed Aug 28
Friends of the East Moline Library Monthly Meeting, free; for information, call 309-755-9614… East Moline Public Library, 10am Thu Aug 15
Quad Cities Flood Resiliency Alliance Meeting, designed for: City/county/village leaders and administrators; emergency management personnel; floodplain managers;… Riverdale City Hall Community Room, 3pm Fri Aug 16
Let’s Talk About Death: Death Cafe, we gather, we eat cake, and we talk; discussions include… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 11am Sat Aug 17
Rock Island County Board Regular Meeting, all meetings are open to the public, but may be… Rock Island County Office Building, 5:30pm Tue Aug 20
Rock Island Public Library Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 5pm Tue Aug 20
Coal Valley City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Aug 21
Death Cafe, gather to eat treats, drink coffee, and discuss death; our… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Wed Aug 21
Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library District Board Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 4pm Thu Aug 29
September
Bettendorf City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 5pm Mon Sep 2
East Moline City Council Regular Meeting / Committee of the Whole Meeting, meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month;… East Moline Council Chambers at City Hall, 6:30pm Mon Sep 2
Outlying Areas
August
Muscatine City Council Meeting, meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each… City Hall of Muscatine, 7pm thru Thu Aug 15
Aledo City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting, held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month; Committee… Aledo City Council Chamber, 6:15pm thru Mon Aug 19
Milan City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Monday of the month;… Milan Municipal Center, 5:30pm thru Mon Aug 19
Sherrard City Council Meeting, held on the second Monday of the month; for information,… Sherrard City Hall, 7pm Mon Aug 12
Geneseo City Council Meeting, meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Geneseo City Council Chambers, 6pm Tue Aug 13
Village of Erie Board/City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Village of Erie Office, 6pm Tue Aug 13
September
Aledo City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting, held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month; Committee… Aledo City Council Chamber, 6:15pm Mon Sep 2
Milan City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Monday of the month;… Milan Municipal Center, 5:30pm Mon Sep 2
HEALTH
Classes, Lectures & Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
The Art of Yoga, on Mondays; with instructor Daina Marie Lewis; join us in… Figge Art Museum, 6:15pm thru Mon Aug 26
Yoga Nidra and Sound Bath, with instructor Becky Nakashima Brooke; experience seated gentle breath movement… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Fri Aug 23
Groups
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
ImpactLife Blood Drive, held in the Gold Room; appointments preferred, but walk-ins welcome; to… Moline Public Library, 3pm Wed Aug 28
Services
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Blood Drive, you can make a difference in the community by donating… East Moline Public Library, 9am Fri Aug 2
SENIORS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Caregivers Support Group, on the 1st & 3rd Thu. of the month; membership is… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 4:30pm Thu Aug 1
Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm thru Thu Aug 29
Card Embroidery, on Thursdays; learn how to create fun embroidery greeting cards; membership… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Thu Aug 29
Hand and Foot, on Thursdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Thu Aug 29
Line Dancing, on Thursdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am thru Thu Aug 29
Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am thru Mon Sep 2
Milestones AAA Meal Site, Mon.-Fri; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am thru Mon Sep 2
Adult Coloring, on Fridays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am thru Fri Aug 30
Euchre, on Wed. & Fri.; membership is $160 a year or… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:45pm thru Fri Aug 30
Friday Bingo, on Fridays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Fri Aug 30
Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; sing along to some classical memories; membership is $160… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Fri Aug 30
Second Avenue Players Senior Theatre, on Fridays; bring your theatrical side to CASI’s senior theater… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:30am thru Fri Aug 30
Zumba Gold, on Fridays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am thru Fri Aug 30
Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; membership is $160 a year or… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am thru Mon Sep 2
CASI Walking Club, on Mon., Wed., and Fri.; membership is $160 a year… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am thru Mon Sep 2
Low Impact Exercise, Mon., Wed., & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. 11am-2pm, Thu. 11am-noon; membership… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), thru Mon Sep 2
Bell Choir, on Mondays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am thru Mon Sep 2
Shuffleboard, on Mondays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Mon Sep 2
Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; volunteer group; no sewing experience necessary; membership is $160… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Mon Sep 2
Zumba Toning, on Mondays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am thru Mon Sep 2
Coffee & Conversations, senior citizens of retirement ages are invited to stop in… Bettendorf Public Library, 9am Tue Aug 6
Red Hat Ladies Club, meeting locations vary; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11am Tue Aug 6
Canasta, on Tuesdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Tue Aug 27
Chair-Based Exercise, on Tuesdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Tue Aug 27
Knitting & Crocheting, on Tuesdays; volunteer group; membership is $160 a year or… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm thru Tue Aug 27
Senior Technology Clinic, on Tuesdays; with expert Mike Shinbori; bring your Apple and… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), noon thru Tue Aug 27
Step into Balance: Balance & Strength, on Tuesdays; half-hour exercise class with Logan Anderson, owner of… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Tue Aug 27
Therapeutic Movement with Logan Anderson, on Tuesdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm thru Tue Aug 27
Zumba Gold, on Tuesdays and Thursdays; membership is $160 a year or… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Tue Aug 27
Bunco, on Wednesdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm thru Wed Aug 28
TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group), on Wednesdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am thru Wed Aug 28
T’ai Chi Ch’un, on Wednesdays; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am thru Wed Aug 28
Wednesday Bingo, on Wednesdays; 5pm doors, $10 card pack minimum purchase; cash prizes… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 6pm thru Wed Aug 28
CASI’s Market Day, featuring a variety of vendors, crafters, and sellers; held indoors;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Sat Aug 10
Senior Social Hour, seniors in the LeClaire area are invited for socializing, activities,… LeClaire Community Library, 10am Tue Aug 13
Rules of the Road Class, Nancy Johnson, volunteer with the Office of the Illinois Secretary… Moline Public Library, 1:30pm Thu Aug 22
Mrs. Roper Romp: Brunch and Music Bingo, $20-25 includes brunch, one bar drink, and a bingo card;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Sat Aug 24
Memory Circle, join us for crafts, games, activities, conversation, and more; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, 10:30am Tue Aug 27
KIDS’ STUFF
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd through 5th grade)… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 1
Monster Society Presents: Swamp Monsters, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4pm Thu Aug 1
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Aug 1
Library in the Park, on Thursdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a… Lindsay Park, 10am thru Thu Aug 8
Picnic in the Park, join the Outreach Wheeled Library (OWL) as our community comes… Vander Veer Botanical Park, 11am Fri Aug 2
Storytime with WQPT PBS, WQPT PBS will be joining us for a fun Storytime… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Fri Aug 2
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch, on Fridays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Fri Aug 2
Stories @ Main, on Fridays; plan on grooving down to Main for dancing,… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 10am thru Fri Aug 9
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony, celebrate achievements a special photo op, chat with other families,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Aug 3
Library Family Olympics, try out different games and activities at the East Moline… East Moline Public Library, noon Sat Aug 3
Summer Reading Tween/Teen Lock-In, open to readers who have completed the 2024 Teen Summer… Moline Public Library, 4:30pm Sat Aug 3
Teen Leadership Committee Meeting, TLC is a group of enthusiastic teenagers who collaborate with… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Aug 3
Butterfly Encounter Tents with Absolute Science, Absolute Science will have tents and educational stations that will… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Mon Aug 5
The Nest Book Club, we’ll not only take part in a storytime and activity,… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2pm Mon Aug 5
What’s the Stigma?, a Gray Matters Collective informational speaking engagement regarding teen pregnancy… Moline Public Library, 6pm thru Mon Aug 19
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, grades K-6 will be making homemade stickers; free; for information,… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 6
Family Storytime: Spider-Man, we’re celebrating Spider-Man Day with stories, songs, and a fun… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Tue Aug 6
Kids’ Advisory Board, for ages 7-10; KAB members will meet once a month… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 5pm Tue Aug 6
Virtual Event: Weekly Teen Book Talk, on Tuesdays; check out this week’s book talk from Emily,… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 3:45pm thru Tue Aug 27
Library in the Park, on Wednesdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a… Emeis Park, 2pm Wed Aug 7
Library in the Park, on Wednesdays; families are welcome to attend storytime under a… Fejervary Learning Center, 10am Wed Aug 7
Teen Anime Club, join us as we watch Japanese Animation, have snacks, and… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Wed Aug 7
Teen Coffee & Convos, discuss your favorite books, fandoms, and more while enjoying some… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Wed Aug 7
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; pop in for gaming on the Switch, playing… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm thru Wed Aug 28
Young Adult Role Playing, on Wednesdays; come play your favorite role-playing games; whether you’re… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm thru Wed Aug 28
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest, grades K-6 will be making homemade stickers; free; for information,… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Aug 8
OWLT and About Party in the Park, attendees can enjoy free food, entertainment, and a variety of… Cork Hill Park, 5:30pm Thu Aug 8
OWLT and About Party in the Park, enjoy free food, entertainment, and a variety of activities for… Cork Hill Park, 5:30pm Thu Aug 8
Tween After-School Gaming, play the library’s Nintendo Switch or board games after-school at… East Moline Public Library, 3pm Thu Aug 8
Magic the Gathering, ages 11-18 can hone critical thinking skills, math abilities, reading… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm thru Thu Aug 22
Hug-a-Book CREATE!, part of our special memorial program series for our young… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Sat Aug 10
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers’ Market, cool off in the shade of our awning, check out… Freight House Farmer’s Market, 8am Sat Aug 10
Pokémon Club, an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Aug 10
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Sat Aug 10
Toons at Noons with Bowls and Spoons, grab a spoon and some cereal as we sit down… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, noon Sat Aug 10
Vander Veer Follow Your Roots Storytime, join Miss Brittany at Vander Veer Park in the hasta… Vander Veer Botanical Center, 10am Sat Aug 10
Storytime with a Splash, share stories and songs in the summer sun and then… Moline Public Library, 10am Mon Aug 12
Tween Butter Slime, make your very own butter slime; this is for kids… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Mon Aug 12
Back to School with the Creation Studio, you’ll be able to choose from a menu of options… Bettendorf Public Library, thru Wed Aug 14
August Family SW Craft: You Are My Sunshine Clothespin Wreath, create a beautiful Sunflower/Clothespin Wreath; free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 6pm Tue Aug 13
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, grades K-6 will be making Altered Books; altering a book… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 13
I Spy Sensory Bottles, combine the benefits of the classic game of I Spy… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 1pm Tue Aug 13
Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack, sop by the library for an evening Storytime unlike any… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Tue Aug 13
Sensitive Storytime, a storytime especially for children and families who are looking… Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Aug 13
Teen Advisory Board Meeting, TAB Members volunteer, organize & participate in teen programming, and give their… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Aug 13
Toddler Tales with Police “Read-Along”, Rock Island Police officers will join us to share a… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Tue Aug 13
Family Storytime @ Watts-Midtown Branch, families are invited to enjoy story time full of books,… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6pm Wed Aug 14
Teen Percy Jackson Party, all Percy Jackson fans can enjoy games, crafts, trivia, and… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Wed Aug 14
Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch, young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Aug 14
Back to School Sensory Bins, each taste-safe sensory bin will engage your senses and allows… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2pm Thu Aug 15
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest, grades K-6 will be making Altered Books; altering a book… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Aug 15
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Thu Aug 15
Teen Library Council, students in grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and… Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Thu Aug 15
Amity Point Family Sensory Event, join us in enjoying a sensory friendly event for the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Fri Aug 16
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch, young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am thru Fri Aug 30
Discovery Fair, you can learn a few magic tricks, makes some rock… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Aug 17
Family Inside Out Party, let your emotions flow and join us for some joyful,… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 11am Sat Aug 17
Little Hands Site, children’s event at the annual Discovery Fair; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Aug 17
Teen Vault Hangout, enjoy crafts, games, a hangout, and more; free; for information,… East Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Mon Aug 19
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, grades K-6 will be playing with Squishy Circuits, a great… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 20
Family Storytime: Back to School, we’re getting ready for the new school year with Back-to-School… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Tue Aug 20
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch, on Tuesdays; young children and their caregivers are invited to… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am thru Tue Aug 27
Teen Time Plus: Gaming, you can bring your own device and/or tabletop games and… Moline Public Library, 2:30pm Wed Aug 21
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest, grades K-6 will be reading Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire) Graphic… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm thru Thu Aug 29
Family Bingo, enjoy playing bingo at the library with your friends and… East Moline Public Library, 11am Sat Aug 24
Pre-K Day: Pigeon Storytime and Craft with Free Books, join us for the start of our Pre-K Day! We… Silvis Public Library, 10am Sat Aug 24
Pre-K Day: Sensory Stations, check out our sensory stations for Pre-K Day; stations will… Silvis Public Library, noon Sat Aug 24
Pre-K Day: Take-Away Popsicle Stick Bus Crafts, stop by and pick up a takeaway popsicle stick bus… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Sat Aug 24
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, grades K-6 will be reading Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire) Graphic… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 27
Tween DIY Buttons, buttons are great for lanyards, backpacks, and other bags; we… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Tue Aug 27
Teen Time Plus: Sewing Fabric Bookmarks, drop by the 2nd floor program room to make a… Moline Public Library, 2:30pm Wed Aug 28
Toddler Tales with Police “Read-Along”, young children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Aug 28
Sensory-Friendly Back to School Sensory Bins, each taste-safe sensory bin will engage your senses and allows… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2pm Thu Aug 29
Ace of Spades, a lively discussion of Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé’s book with the Teen… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm Sat Aug 31
Teen Leadership Committee Meeting, TLC) is a group of enthusiastic teenagers who collaborate with… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Aug 31
Tween Random Fandom: K-pop, enjoy music videos, trivia, cupcakes, and crafts like photocard holder… East Moline Public Library, noon Sat Aug 31
Outlying Areas
August
Stories in the Park: Riverside Park East Pavilion, join us during the summer in a different park around… Riverside Park, 10am Mon Aug 5
Animation Camp: Grades 3 & 4, students are invited to learn the art of stop-motion animation… FilmScene @ The Chauncey, thru Mon Aug 12
National Park Service Birthday, help celebrate our 108th birthday; we will have birthday cake and children… Effigy Mounds National Monument, 1pm Sun Aug 25