VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Free Senior Day, all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am Thu Mar 6
Reception and Artists’ Talk for Cara and Diego Romero: Tales of Futures Past, the exhibit brings together 39 artworks by acclaimed contemporary Indigenous… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Mar 6
Second Saturdays at the Figge, free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to… Figge Art Museum, 10am Sat Mar 8
2025 Young Artists at the Figge Recognition Day: Moline, sponsored by Tom and Brooke Terronez; this imaginative whirlwind of… Figge Art Museum, Sun Mar 9
Mending Mondays, drop in with any and all projects that need repairing… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Mon Mar 10
Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful – Dementia Panel Discussion, hear from a panel of healthcare professionals, family caretakers, and… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Mar 13
Art Off the Wall Fundraiser, bid on hand-selected artworks while enjoying mimosas and delicious brunch… Figge Art Museum, 11am Sun Mar 16
Adult Knitting Circle, whether you are in the middle of a project or… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Mar 17
Opening Celebration for Myrlande Constant: DRAPO, artist and scholar Dr. Petrouchka Moïse, Assistant Professor Grinnell College… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Mar 20
2025 Young Artists at the Figge Recognition Day: Bettendorf, sponsored by GreenState Credit Union; this imaginative whirlwind of art… Figge Art Museum, Sun Mar 30
April
Closing Reception and Artist Talk: New & Improved, held in conjunction with the exhibit of abstract art by Kent Broadbent;… Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery, 4pm Wed Apr 2
Awards Ceremony for the 48th High School Art Invitational, high school art instructors in the greater Quad City region are… Quad City Arts Center, 6:30pm Thu Apr 3
Free Senior Day, all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am Thu Apr 3
Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful Celebration and Artist Talk, ear directly from artist Louise Kames as she introduces her… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Apr 3
Outlying Areas
March
Gallery Walk Reception for Drawn Between: Possibility and Inevitability, held in conjunction with the exhibit of drawings by Jen P.… Public Space One North Gallery, 5pm Fri Mar 7
Voices of the Stones Trunk Show, join Carole and Mary as they travel from the Tucson… Beadology Iowa, Sat Mar 8 thru Sun Mar 9
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Mississippi Valley Quilter’s Guild Exhibition, thru Mar. 7; in celebration of National Quilters Week, the… Figge Art Museum, thru Fri Mar 7
Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners, thru Mar. 21; exhibit of paintings by Katrina Davis-Salazar, sculptural ceramic… Quad City Arts Center, thru Fri Mar 21
New & Improved, thru Apr. 4; exhibit of abstract art by Kent Broadbent; the ArtSpace… Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery, thru Fri Apr 4
Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network, thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Apr 6
Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful, thru Apr. 6; Kames focuses on creating works that explore… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Apr 6
Marvin Cone: Painter, thru June 8; this exhibition explores the Iowa talent’s life… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Apr 6
Myrlande Constant: DRAPO, thru May 4; Constant has been creating drapo, or Vodou flags,… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Apr 6
Rietz, Ventris, & Regional Woodturners, thru Apr. 29l exhibit of floral paintings by Kathleen Rietz, landscape… Quad City International Airport Gallery, thru Sun Apr 6
2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Moline, thru Mar. 16; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds… Figge Art Museum, Sat Mar 8 thru Sun Mar 16
Cara and Diego Romero: Tales of Futures Past, thru June 8; the exhibit brings together artwork by acclaimed… Figge Art Museum, Sat Mar 8 thru Sun Apr 6
2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Bettendorf, thru Mar. 30; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds… Figge Art Museum, Sat Mar 22 thru Sun Mar 30
48th High School Art Invitational, thru May 1; high school art instructors in the greater Quad… Quad City Arts Center, Fri Mar 28 thru Sun Apr 6
2025 Young Artists at the Figge: North Scott, thru Apr. 13; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds… Figge Art Museum, Sat Apr 5 thru Sun Apr 6
The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art, thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque… Figge Art Museum, Sat Apr 5 thru Sun Apr 6
Outlying Areas
Drawn Between: Possibility and Inevitability, thru Mar. 8; the exhibit features drawings by Jen P. Harris,… Public Space One North Gallery, thru Sat Mar 8
Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection, thru Mar. 9; highlights twenty-six prints and drawings by American artist… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Mar 9
Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley, thru Mar. 9; the exhibit features mixed-media collages inspired by the… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Mar 9
Authors & Illustrators, thru Mar. 14; featuring pieces by local artists Larry Jon… Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery, thru Fri Mar 14
The Vessel: Form and Function, thru Mar. 30; this exhibition explores the wide variety of… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Mar 30
All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection, thru May 18; while clothing often appears in works of… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Art in Roman Life, thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels,… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction, thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection, thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon, thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker, thru Apr. 27; 2025 marks 50 years since John Schwartzkopf… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Marvin Cone: An American Vision, thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker, thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Apr 6
Muscatine History Revisited, thru Aug. 24; this journey back in time features artifacts and… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Apr 6
Classes
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Career Vision Boards, envision your dream job at our career vision board event;… East Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Mar 6
Florals in Watercolor, Thursdays thru Mar. 27; with instructor Pat Bereskin; students will… Figge Art Museum, 8:30am Thu Mar 6
Take Home Workshop: Scrunchie, learn how to make this classic hair accessory; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Thu Mar 6
Clay Open Studio - March, on Thursdays; registering for this course allows you access to your… Figge Art Museum, 1pm thru Thu Mar 27
Celebrating Artist Franz Marc with Gloria Burlingame, join art instructor Gloria Burlingame to discover more about this… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 11:30am Sat Mar 8
Intro to 3D Printing, learn what 3D printing is and how to submit your… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Mon Mar 10
Zentangles 101, with instructor Michael Gayman; students will learn to create Zentangles… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Wed Mar 12
MPL Makers Club, meet up with fellow makers for an open craft nigh;… Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Thu Mar 20
Wine & Design: Painted Dog, with instructor Pat Bereskin; gather your friends or come to… Niabi Zoo, 6pm Fri Mar 21
Women’s History Month Crafts, celebrate Women’s History Month with some crafts in the Creation… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Fri Mar 21
Frida Kahlo Sip and Paint, get artistic with us and celebrate the art of Frida… East Moline Public Library, 11am Sat Mar 22
Pinterest, every month we will be making some exciting new craft;… East Moline Public Library, 11am Wed Mar 26
April
Advanced Handbuilding in Ceramics, Tuesdays thru Apr. 22, with instructor Laura Warner; students will… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Tue Apr 1
Spring String Art Class, Mindy Matthews, from High Strung by 3M, will be guiding… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 5:30pm Wed Apr 2
Clay Open Studio - April, on Thursdays; registering for this course allows you access to your… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Thu Apr 3
Paper Quilling for Kids and Teens Ages 9-18, Thursdays thru Apr. 24, with instructor Ranjani Gopikrishna; sstudents will… Figge Art Museum, 5pm Thu Apr 3
Wet Streets and Cityscapes, Thursdays thru Apr. 24, with instructor Pat Bereskin; students will… Figge Art Museum, 8:30am Thu Apr 3
Kaleidoscope: Creative Kingdom for Ages 5-8, Saturdays thru May 3, with instructors Leana and Laura Carter;… Figge Art Museum, 11am Sat Apr 5
Kaleidoscope: Insectoids of the Universe for Ages 9-12, Saturdays thru May 3, with instructor Seth Chappell; students will… Figge Art Museum, 11am Sat Apr 5
Kaleidoscope: Pet-tastic Art for Ages 5-8, Saturdays thru May 3, with instructors Leana and Laura Carter;… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Sat Apr 5
Kaleidoscope: The Theatre for Ages 9-12, Saturdays thru May 3, with instructor Seth Chappell; students will… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Sat Apr 5
Raku, Saturdays thru Apr. 26 (no class Apr. 12), with instructor… Figge Art Museum, 10am Sat Apr 5
Outlying Areas
March
GoldCap Education: Beadology Blooms!, 9am to noon or 1 to 4pm; this collaborative workshop… Beadology Iowa, Fri Mar 7
Friday Night Out: Herringbone & Swarovski Earrings, with instructor Karen Kubby; create a herringbone graduated tube using… Beadology Iowa, 5:30pm Fri Mar 14
Pinwheel Bracelet & Earrings Set, with instructor Karen Kubby; learn to make a pinwheel component… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Mar 15
Metal Bezel Pendant, with instructor Maggie Joynt; hone your soldering skills by capturing… Beadology Iowa, noon Sun Mar 16
Fleur-de-lis Component Earrings through Kirkwood, with instructor Karen Kubby; using Crescent and Gem Duo two-holed… Beadology Iowa, 1pm Thu Mar 20
Chevron Beaded Bracelet, with instructor Karen Kubby; use Toho seed beads to learn… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Mar 22
Zodiac Series: Aries Horn Curl Bracelet, with instructor Alyssa Jakowchuk; make jewelry projects that correspond to… Beadology Iowa, 3pm Sat Mar 22
Intro to Solid Borosilicate Glass, with instructor Tyson Whitehill; learn how to manipulate solid borosilicate… Beadology Iowa, 1pm Sun Mar 23
Pine Needle Tray, with instructor Marilyn Moore; this tray begins with a center of… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Mar 29
Woven Infinity Ring, with instructor Zanetta Hoehle; this ring is a great intermediate… Beadology Iowa, noon Sun Mar 30
Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural, thru Mar. 7; the Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Quad City Arts are… Quad City Arts Center, thru Fri Mar 7
MUSIC
MUSIC Concerts
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Hunter Peebles & the Moonlighters - Brandon Good (6pm), concert with the touring county ensemble, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Mar 6
Hearsay - Tea? Yes, Yay!, comprised of visionary experimental sound artist Allen Moore, versatile cellist… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Fri Mar 7
Songwriter Sessions: David G Smith - Mark Ridolfi - Carol Montag, an all-seated in-the-round. Intimate, listening-room show; $18-20; for tickets and… The Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Mar 7
The Marshall Tucker Band, concert with the blues and Southern rock ensemble; $30-60; for… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Fri Mar 7
Tony Logue & the 184 - Josh Merritt - Addison Johnson, concert with the touring country, Americana, and folk musicians, featuring… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Mar 7
Cheese Pizza - Lady Strange, rockers perform on their “Tavern Tour,” with guest Lady Strange;… Rascals Live, 7:30pm Sat Mar 8
Finom - Brother Bird, concert with the rock band from Chicago formed by singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Mar 8
Funktastic Five - 7 Ark, an event in the Winter Jam Concert Series; fun for the… The Rust Belt, 7pm Sat Mar 8
Jheri Curl Grease - Zeb Brooks, record collector and music enthusiast Brooks is back at the… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Mar 8
North Mississippi Allstars, after 25 years, 12 albums, five Grammy Award nominations, and… The Redstone Room, 8pm Sat Mar 8
Friendship: Connections in New Lands Recital w/ Lily Arbisser & Dimitri Malignan (2pm), a Kaffee und Kuchen program with gifted soprano Arbisser and… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Mar 9
Plant Matter - Bitcrush (6pm), concert with the recording and live outlet for the songwriting… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Mar 9
Fred Mascherino - Holdfast (6pm), concert with the lead guitarist and co-lead vocalist in alternative… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Mon Mar 10
Riki - Donzii (6pm), concert with the Los Angeles based dark synth-pop outfit commandeered by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Mar 11
Chris Acker - Marble Teeth (6pm), concert with the New Orleans-based Americana singer/songwriter, featuring a set… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Mar 12
Shamrock Tenors, the group features performers from both sides of the community… Adler Theatre, 7:30pm Wed Mar 12
Cedar County Cobras - Illinois John Fever (6pm), concert with the Iowa City blues musicians, featuring a set… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Mar 13
Bloody F Mess - Super 88 - Camp Regret - Blaster (6pm), concert with the punk/rock ‘n’ roll/outlaw-country vocalist, featuring sets by Super… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Fri Mar 14
Brett Young, concert with the Academy of Country Music Award winning singer/songwriter, on… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Fri Mar 14
Quad City Singers: Take the Stage, an evening of ’Music From the Stage" highlighting well-known selections including:… The Redstone Room, 7:30pm Fri Mar 14
Righteous Rooster, groove to the jazz-funk fusion with organ, guitar, and drums; bold,… The Sound Conservatory - Moline, 7:30pm Sat Mar 15
Shamrockin’: Die First - Wyvern - Ill Omen - Braver Than I - Fungal Mass (6pm), a St. Patrick’s Day-themed evening of thrash and metalcore $10… The Redstone Room, 6pm Sat Mar 15
St. Pats Day w/ The Comancheros & The Bucktown Americana Music Show, join us for the most rockin authentic St. Patrick’s Celebration; $10-15… Rascals Live, 7:30pm Sat Mar 15
Taylor Hunnicutt - Angela Meyer, concert with the touring country singer/songwriter, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Mar 15
Chamber Music Quad Cities: Into the Light (3pm), featuring music of Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Zemlinsky, Ned Rorem, and David… Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 3pm Sun Mar 16
Mike Morgan & the Crawl (4pm), blues artists in a concert co-presented by the Mississippi Valley… The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​, 4pm Sun Mar 16
Polyrhythms’ Third Sunday Jazz Series: Matt Fuller Band (5pm), the band features Matt Fuller – lead guitar and vocals,… Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities, 5pm Sun Mar 16
Bummer Camp - Shine Club (6pm), concert with the grunge-gaze project of NYC scene mainstay Eli… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Mon Mar 17
Hellogoodbye (6pm), concert with the pop-rock band that was formed in Huntington… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Mar 18
Quad City Singers: Songs from the Stage (6:30pm), this talented group of musicians will have you swaying in… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Mar 18
Red Hot Chilli Pipers, concert with the touring Celtic rock band from Scotland; $29-45… Capitol Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Mar 20
The Macks - Social Cinema - Lady Igraine (6pm), concert with the Portland-based underground rockers, featuring sets by Social… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Mar 20
Head East - Big Hair Mafia, an evening with the classic-rock band on their “Flat As A… Adler Theatre, 8pm Fri Mar 21
Here Come the Mummies - 10 of Soul, an evening with the tightly wrapped rockers, featuring a set… The Rust Belt, 8pm Fri Mar 21
Joe Marcinek’s Dead Funk Summit - Melody Trucks - The Fitzkee Brothers, the artist plays from an album inspired by the musical… The Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Mar 21
Peter Fletcher (noon), a 45-minute lunchtime performance by classical guitarist Peter Fletcher; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, noon Fri Mar 21
Suicide Forest - Death Support - Everlasting Light, concert with the depressive Black Metal band partially based in… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Mar 21
Windy City Dueling Pianos, the performers, hailing from Chicago and from across the Midwest,… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Mar 21
Brooke Byam, n event in the Winter Jam Concert Series; fun for the… The Rust Belt, 7pm Sat Mar 22
Donavon Frankenreiter - Iris & the Shade, concert with the California-based surf rocker, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Mar 22
One Night of Queen, tribute spectacular to the music and theatrics of the rock… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:30pm Sat Mar 22
The Jimmys - The Avey Grouws Band, an evening with the popular blues, roots, and funk ensembles;… Davenport RiverCenter, 8pm Sat Mar 22
Twin Talk, saxophonist Dustin Laurenzi, bassist-singer Katie Ernst, and drummer Andrew Green have… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Mar 22
Desperate Electric - Out in Front (6pm), concert with the futuristic R&B and retro dance duo, featuring… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Mar 26
Still House Plants - True Commando, London-based experimental post-punk art-rock, analog-devoted trio Still House Plants formed… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Wed Mar 26
Alash, Alash are master throat singers from Tuva, a tiny republic… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Thu Mar 27
High Five Sinners - The Forty Twos - Doppelgänger - The Clark Colborn Band, a night of unapologetic rock co-presented by I-Rock 93.5; $9.35-15… Rascals Live, 7pm Sat Mar 29
In the Flesh: Echoes of Pink Floyd, an evening with the touring tribute rockers… The Rust Belt, 8pm Sat Mar 29
Mellifluous Machinations w/ Brad Kopplin, an event in the Amateur Selectors series; free, all-ages; for… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Mar 29
Sparkle Carcass - Frozen Fructose Laundromat - Micah Schnabel & Vanessa Jean Speckman (6pm), concert with the Chicago-based country musician Cody Palmer and his… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sat Mar 29
Up Close with Marian Lee, celebrate International Piano Day with an evening of captivating solo… Figge Art Museum, 7:30pm Sat Mar 29
Million Dollar Time Machine (6pm), the time machine year clock stops at 27 of the… Adler Theatre, 6pm Sun Mar 30
Superbloom - Footballhead - Bleary Eyed (6pm), concert with the Brooklyn-based alternative/indie rockers, featuring sets by Footballhead… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Mar 30
The Library Sessions Chapter 2: Jacob Hemenway - Monica Austin - JD Aguilera (5pm), three extraordinary artists share their music and personal stories; from… The Sound Conservatory - Moline, 5pm Sun Mar 30
April
Deborah Dakin & Friends (noon), enjoy a musical interlude  over the lunch hour in the… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, noon Tue Apr 1
All-American Throwbacks: Emo Tribute Night, concert with the ultimate party band playing your favorite throwback emo, pop punk, and… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Thu Apr 3
Ben Sollee, concert with the cellist, singer/songwriter, and composer known for his political activism… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Apr 4
Black Violin, with influences ranging from Shostakovich and Bach to Nas and… Capitol Theatre, 8pm Fri Apr 4
Deep Galactic Bass Sessions Vol. 9: MeSo - Agent O - Scarlett Widow - Dr.Lee - Tripendicular - JDubb - DJ Buddha - Muxia, an evening of EDM presented by Common Chord, Deep Galactic… The Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Apr 4
Mark Tester - Landon Caldwell - Nick Yeck-Stauffer, the duo navigates spaces of sound built over a decades long… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Fri Apr 4
Alex Gilson: Making Strides, experience the thrilling energy of stride jazz piano with virtuoso… The Sound Conservatory - Moline, 7:30pm Sat Apr 5
Battle of the Businesses, local leaders become rock stars for a night, taking the… The Redstone Room, 7pm Sat Apr 5
Midland, concert with the platinum-selling, chart-topping country-music stars; $65-135; for tickets… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Sat Apr 5
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks VI: Rhapsody in Blue, immerse yourself in a night of landmarks by celebrating the… Adler Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Apr 5
Thrash of the Titans - Wonzilla’z Zombie Experience, tributes to Metallica, Anthrax, Megadeth, Slayer, and Rob Zombie; $10-15… Rascals Live, 7:30pm Sat Apr 5
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks VI: Rhapsody in Blue (2pm), immerse yourself in a night of landmarks by celebrating the… Centennial Hall, Augustana College, 2pm Sun Apr 6
The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm), the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 2pm Sun Apr 6
Outlying Areas
March
Drew & Allie Holcomb, the roots musicians have amassed more than 1 billion combined… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Mar 6
Josh Turner, concert with the chart-topping, multi-platinum-selling country singer/songwriter; $55.50-76.50; for tickets… Riverside Casino Event Center, 8pm Fri Mar 7
Ann Stewart & the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band, the band has recorded eight albums and their repertoire includes… Grace Theater, 7pm Sat Mar 8
Orion Weiss, the concert pianist has received rave reviews as he appeared… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Mar 8
Mariee Siou - Donnie Coco, intimate concert with the California psych-folk singer/songwriter, featuring a set… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sun Mar 9
Buckethead, concert with the virtuoso guitarist and multi-instrumentalist who has released… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Mar 13
Classical Blast in Kilts, an evening with the Chicago-based Celtic musicians wildly popular for their… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 7pm Sat Mar 15
Knox-Galesburg Symphony’s Side by Side Wind Band Festival (5pm), students from several local high schools will join members of… Hegg Performing Arts Center, 5pm Sat Mar 15
Marcia Ball - Cedar County Cobras, concert with the Louisiana-based blues pianist and singer/songwriter, featuring a… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sun Mar 16
Okee Dokee Brothers (6pm), concert with the Grammy-winning children’s-music duo; $10-29; for tickets and… Englert Theatre, 6pm Fri Mar 21
Orchestra Iowa Chamber III: Song of the Nightingale, a modern take on the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy… Ballantyne Auditorium, Iowa Hall, 7:30pm Sat Mar 22
Orchestra Iowa Chamber III: Song of the Nightingale (2pm), a modern take on the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 2pm Sun Mar 23
LANCO, the multi-platinum-selling country musicians perform on their "We’re Gonna Make… John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center, 8pm Tue Mar 25
Jerusalem Quartet (6 & 8pm), adept at balancing individual expression with respectful renderings of a… Hancher Auditorium, 6pm Thu Mar 27
Pieta Brown & the Taken featuring Bo Ramsey, the folk singer/songwriter brings the most recent version of her… The James Theater, 7:30pm Fri Mar 28
Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters, dedicated to re-creating the true sound of The Carpenters, Lisa… Orpheum Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Mar 29
U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus Concert, the Concert Band and Soldiers’ Chorus are the oldest and… John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center, 7:30pm Sat Mar 29
April
LA LOM (7:30pm) - Julien Baker and TORRES (8:50pm), the trio LA LOM will bring an instrumental multi-era and multi-influence take… Hancher Auditorium, 7:30pm Thu Apr 3
Mission Creek Festival 2025, thru Apr. 5; an unforgettable experience of music, literature, and community,… Englert Theatre, Thu Apr 3 thru Sat Apr 5
The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci, presented by The Galesburg Community Chorus; $11-26; for information and… Orpheum Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Apr 5
David Briggs (3pm), an event in the John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ… John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center, 3pm Sun Apr 6
LITERARY ARTS
LITERARY ARTS Readings & Discussions
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Oscar Wilde & a Death of No Importance, a discussion of Gyles Daubeney Brandreth’s book with the Mystery… Bettendorf Public Library, 9:30am Sat Mar 8
Short and Sweets, discuss short stories from a variety of contemporary and classic… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Mon Mar 10
Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, a discussion of Olga Tokarczuk’s book with the Get Lit… Adventurous Brewing, 7pm Tue Mar 11
The Mysterious Affair at Styles, a discussion of Agatha Christie’s book with the West End… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Mar 11
The River Queen, a discussion of Mary Morris’ book with the Between the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Mar 12
Finding Meaning: the sixth stage of grief, a discussion of David Kessler’s book with the Navigating Grief… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 1pm Sat Mar 15
Open Mic Readings, spaces are limited, 5-minute sets, first come first served; followed… Rozz-Tox, 7pm Sat Mar 15
All Boys Aren’t Blue, a discussion of George M. Johnson’s book with the Read… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Mar 18
Anxious People, a discussion of Fredrik Backman’s book with the Midtown Readers… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6:30pm Tue Mar 18
The Fury, discussion of Alex Michaelides’ book with the Book ’Em Mystery… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Mar 18
A Psalm for the Wild Built, discussion of Becky Chambers’ book with the Science Fiction Book… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Mar 19
Dave Markward Book Talk: From Dubuque to Selma & Beyond, Markward shares his personal journey of understanding racism in America;… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6pm Wed Mar 19
Distant Sons, a discussion of Tim Johnston’s book with the Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Mar 19
The Color of Law, a discussion of Richard Rothstein’s book with the Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Wed Mar 19
Where They Last Saw Her, discussion of Marcie R. Rendon’s book with the Novel Naptime… Moline Public Library, 9:30am Wed Mar 19
Book Tasting, sample some of our new books and find your next… East Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Thu Mar 20
I’ll Be Gone in the Dark, a discussion of Michelle McNamara’s book with the Overbooked Book… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Mar 20
Silent Book Club, join us for a full hour of uninterrupted reading with… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 5:30pm Thu Mar 20
The Magician: a novel, a discussion of Colm Tόibίn’s book led by Marcia Wheeler;… German American Heritage Center, 10:30pm Sat Mar 22
An Evening with Jasmine Babers-Gunn, celebrate Women’s History Month as we shine a spotlight on… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6pm Tue Mar 25
On a Farther Shore: The Life and Legacy of Rachel Carson, Author of Silent Spring, a discussion of William Souder’s book with the Environmental Book… River Action, 7pm Tue Mar 25
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, a discussion of Betty Smith’s book with the Southwest Book… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3pm Wed Mar 26
Dying of Whiteness, discussion of Jonathan Metzl’s book with the Rooting Out Poverty Book… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Mar 26
The Swimmers, a discussion of Julie Otsuka’s book with the Brown Bag… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Wed Mar 26
Pop-Up Library at Autistic and Loved, join the Davenport library for a Pop-Up Library; attendees will… Autistic and Loved, 10am Thu Mar 27
April
Come & Get It, discussion of Kiley Reid’s book with the Pageturners discussion group,… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Apr 1
Dear Medusa, a discussion of Olivia Cole’s book with the See YA… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Apr 2
QC Poets, share your poetry with a supportive group of poets and… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Apr 2
The French Riviera & Its Artists Art, Literature, Love, & LIfe on the Cote d’Azur, led by Mary Lou Kotecki; a discussion with the Art Lovers Book… Figge Art Museum, 12:30pm Wed Apr 2
Outlying Areas
March
An Evening with John Green, join #1 internationally bestselling author John Green and Kaveh Akbar to discuss John’s new… Englert Theatre, 7pm Sat Mar 22
THEATRE
THEATRE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, author Ken Ludwig transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic “The Hound… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 7:30pm Fri Mar 7 thru Sat Mar 8
Heartbreak Hotel, from his childhood in Mississippi to his triumphant ’68 Comeback… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Wed Mar 12 thru Sun Apr 6
Mean Girls, touring production of the Tony-nominated musical comedy adapted from movie… Adler Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Mar 13
The Prom, Tony-nominated comedy about second-rate theatre professions crashing a high-school prom,… Brunner Theatre Center, Augustana College, Thu Mar 13 thru Sun Mar 16
The Stranger, Agatha Christie’s psychological thriller; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets… The Black Box Theatre, Fri Mar 14 thru Sun Mar 23
How I Became a Pirate, family musical comedy based on Melinda Long’s beloved children’s book;… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Tue Mar 25 thru Sat Apr 5
Escape to Margaritaville, musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, directed by… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, Fri Apr 4 thru Sun Apr 6
Titanic: The Musical, Tony-winning musical drama about the fated ship sinking; Fri. &… The Spotlight Theatre, Fri Apr 4 thru Sun Apr 6
Outlying Areas
Native Gardens, playwright Karen Zacarías’ comedy in which well-intentioned neighbors become feuding enemies… Riverside Theatre, thru Sun Mar 16
Mean Girls, Tina Fey’s and Jeff Richmond’s Tony-nominated musical comedy based on… Hancher Auditorium, Fri Mar 7 thru Sun Mar 9
Alice in Wonderland, the Young Footliters present Lewis Carroll’s storybook classic with a… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, Fri Mar 14 thru Sun Mar 16
Penguin Goes to Flight School, the Young Footliters’ presentation of the family musical based on… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, Fri Mar 21 thru Sat Mar 22
Assassins, composer Stephen Sondheim’s and librettist John Weidman’s Tony-winning musical about the… John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center, Fri Mar 21 thru Sun Mar 23
Two Trains Running, The Acting Company presents the 1960s chapter of August Wilson’s… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Wed Mar 26
The Stinky Cheese Man & Other Fairly Stupid Tales, at 9:45am & 12:15pm; based on the book by Jon… John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center, Fri Mar 28
Two Trains Running, The Acting Company presents the 1960s chapter of August Wilson’s… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Mar 28
The Comedy of Errors, The Acting Company presents William Shakespeare’s classic mistaken-identity farce adapted… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Mar 29
The Tell-Tale Farce, Don Zolidis comedy in which a wealthy dowager commissions Edgar… Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, Thu Apr 3 thru Sun Apr 6
Auditions & Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Call for Entries: Come from Away, seeking performers for the Tony-winning musical set in the week… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, thru Mon Mar 31
Auditions: Marry Me a Little, seeking two performers for the Quad Cities premiere of the musical… Playcrafters Barn Theatre, Sat Mar 15 thru Sun Mar 16
April
Call for Entries: Come from Away, seeking performers for the Tony-winning musical set in the week… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
DANCE
DANCE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Darrah Carr Dance, a performance and artist talk with the Quad City Arts… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Wed Mar 12
Darrah Carr Dance, an evening with the Quad City Arts Visiting Artists; since… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Thu Mar 13
Outlying Areas
March
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the company will showcase a mixed repertory program of signature… Hancher Auditorium, 7:30pm Tue Mar 11
CATAPULT Dance, an evening with the “America’s Got Talent” finalists; these incredible… Orpheum Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Mar 15
Classes, & Ongoing Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, thru Mon Mar 31
Dukes & Boots, on Fridays; join Steppin’ With Heather as she teaches some… Daiquiri Factory - Davenport, 7pm Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Mar 28
April
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
Dukes & Boots, on Fridays; join Steppin’ With Heather as she teaches some… Daiquiri Factory - Davenport, 7pm Fri Apr 4
Outlying Areas
March
Active Adult & Senior Winter Dance (4pm), with live classic country and rock music; coffee and snacks… Geneseo Community Center, 4pm Sun Mar 9
COMEDY
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
ComedySportz Quad Cities, on Fridays and Saturdays;  the Quad Cities’ fast-paced, all-ages improvisational… The Spotlight Theatre, 7pm Fri Mar 7 thru Sat Mar 29
Improv-Palooza: Preliminary Round, 16 improvisers from across the MIdwest will take the stage… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Mar 8
Shakespeared!, long-form Bard-ian improv comedy, with the audience supplying the title… The Spotlight Theatre, 9:30pm Sat Mar 8
Laugh Hard Stand-Up Comedy Show, featuring many hilarious comedians from across the area; $3; for… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Mar 14
Crawford Brew Works Comedy Show, a night of comedy hosted by Collin Strajack, performing with… Crawford Brew Works, 8:30pm Sat Mar 15
Improv-Palooza: Finals, final contest from the competition in which 16 improvisers from… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Mar 22
Costaki Economopoulos, an evening with the touring comedian in the Tomfoolery on Tremont… Renwick Mansion, 7pm Sun Mar 23
Knock-Knock! Who’s There? Comedy: Night of Laughter, a performance for Empower House Brain Injury Clubhouse; with headliner Brian… Buffalo Community Center, 6pm Fri Mar 28
Paco Erhard: I Can Make You German, experience hysterical dilemmas on the Autobahn, learn the truth about… Adler Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Mar 29
April
ComedySportz Quad Cities, on Fridays and Saturdays;  the Quad Cities’ fast-paced, all-ages improvisational… The Spotlight Theatre, 7pm Fri Apr 4 thru Sat Apr 5
Dwight Simmons, an evening with the touring comedian in the Tomfoolery on Tremont… Renwick Mansion, 7pm Sun Apr 6
Outlying Areas
March
Comedy XPeriment, an evening with Des Moines’ longest-running improv troupe; short sketches, one-line… Tallgrass Theatre Company, 7:30pm Fri Mar 28 thru Sat Mar 29
MUSEUMS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories, thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Mon Mar 31
Mystery of the Mayan Medallion, thru June 1; learn about a team of archaeologists who… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Mon Mar 31
Quad City Innovators, thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Mon Mar 31
What’s New? Recent Acquisitions to the Collection, thru June 1; visit the GAHC+M to explore some of… German American Heritage Center, thru Mon Mar 31
With You I Am Myself / Mit Dir bin ich ich, thru Apr. 6; Israeli artist and photographer Oranit Ben Zimra… German American Heritage Center, thru Mon Mar 31
Pysansky Egg Workshop, at 10am & 1pm; students will create a beautiful pysanka on a chicken… German American Heritage Center, Sat Mar 8
Trip to Greece: Prep Meeting, learn about the Putnam’s hosting of a trip to Greece… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 6pm Wed Mar 12
A Book by Me: The Story of the White Rose Showcase, in 1942, students at the University of Munich sought to… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Mar 16
History on Tap, the topic is the Davenport School District; the event opens… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 5pm Thu Mar 20
Intermediate German Schwalm Embroidery Class, the class will make a linen bookmark as students learn… German American Heritage Center, 12:30pm Sat Mar 22
Kaffee und Kuchen: The Fruehauf Trailer Company, Ruth Fruehauf, the granddaughter of inventor August Fruehauf will speak… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Mar 23
Singing Wheels: August Fruehauf & the History of the Fruehauf Trailer Company, Ruth Fruehauf, the granddaughter of inventor August Fruehauf will speak… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Mar 23
Immigrant Innovators: The Fruehauf Trailer Company, thru June 29; the exhibit offering insight into the company’s… German American Heritage Center, Sun Mar 23 thru Mon Mar 31
April
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories, thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
Immigrant Innovators: The Fruehauf Trailer Company, thru June 29; the exhibit offering insight into the company’s… German American Heritage Center, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
Mystery of the Mayan Medallion, thru June 1; learn about a team of archaeologists who… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
Quad City Innovators, thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
What’s New? Recent Acquisitions to the Collection, thru June 1; visit the GAHC+M to explore some of… German American Heritage Center, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
With You I Am Myself / Mit Dir bin ich ich, thru Apr. 6; Israeli artist and photographer Oranit Ben Zimra… German American Heritage Center, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
MOVIES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Indiana Jones & the Last Crusade, a screening of Steven Spielberg’s adventure classic in the Thursday… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 7pm Thu Mar 6
Knit & Lit: Pride & Prejudice, we will play a literary movie with the lights on… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 1pm Thu Mar 13
Monster Movie Monday, join us in the community room for snacks and a… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 5:30pm Mon Mar 17
The Black Hawk War in June 1832 & Black Hawk’s Final Resting Place, the first video covers the first part of the month… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Tue Mar 18
How to Make a Watch: Illinois Watch Company 1922 Video, Illinois used to have several watch factories within the state;… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Mar 19
Twisters, a screening of last summer’s action hit with the Downtown… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1pm Thu Mar 20
In the Mood for Love, two neighbors realize their respective partners are cheating on them;… Figge Art Museum, 6:30pm Thu Mar 27
Outlying Areas
March
Effigy Mounds National Monument Film Festival, featuring screenings of A Glorious Journey: John Muir National Historic… Effigy Mounds National Monument, 1pm Mon Mar 17
Ottumwa International Film Festival, Mar. 21 & 22; a celebration of cinematic artistry, showcasing… Bridge View Center, Fri Mar 21 thru Sat Mar 22
April
Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival, thru Apr. 6; screenings of 62 films with an Iowa… Collins Road Theatres, Wed Apr 2 thru Sun Apr 6
SPORTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc, professional minor-league hockey; this game is First Responders Night; for… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:10pm Fri Mar 7 thru Sat Mar 8
Quad City Rollers vs. Madison Unholy Rollers, our local roller derby team, Quad City Rollers, is taking… Eldridge Community Center & Skatepark, 6pm Sat Mar 15
Caged Aggression XXXIX: Origins, thru Mar. 22; the premier MMA experience featuring state of the… Davenport RiverCenter, 7:30pm Thu Mar 20
Quad City Storm vs. Evansville Thunderbolts, professional minor-league hockey; this game is St. Patty’s Part Two;… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 6:10pm Thu Mar 20
Caged Aggression XXXIX: Rising Warriors, thru Mar. 22; the premier MMA experience featuring state of the… Davenport RiverCenter, 7:30pm Fri Mar 21
Quad City Steamwheelers vs. Green Bay Blizzard, professional arena football game; season opener; for tickets, call 800-745-3000… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:05pm Fri Mar 21
Caged Aggression XXXIX: Ascendance, thru Mar. 22; the premier MMA experience featuring state of the… Davenport RiverCenter, 7:30pm Sat Mar 22
Quad City Storm vs. Knoxville Ice Bears, professional minor-league hockey; this game is Birdies for Charity Night;… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:10pm Fri Mar 28
Quad City Storm vs. Knoxville Ice Bears, professional minor-league hockey; this game is #HockeyTownQC; for tickets, call… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:10pm Sat Mar 29
April
Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen, professional minor-league hockey; this game is Fan Appreciation Night; for… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:10pm Fri Apr 4
EVENTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
English Language Learners Conversation Club, English language learners and ESL students of all ages can… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Mar 6
Viva La Divas, the premiere drag show in the area showcasing the best… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Mar 7
Antique Spectacular Vintage Market, this annual Spring antique and vintage market in its 31st… QCCA Expo Center, Fri Mar 7 thru Sun Mar 9
Lotería Nights, on Fridays; Lotería is a traditional Mexican game played with colorful… Mercado on Fifth, 6pm Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Mar 28
St. Alphonsus Lenten Fish Fry, on Fridays; the dinner includes a choice of seasoned baked… St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 4pm Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Mar 28
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers’ Market, cool off in the shade of our awning, check out… Freight House Farmer’s Market, 8am Sat Mar 8
Quad City Steamwheelers Kickoff Party, an afternoon of fun with the 2025 40-Man Camp Roster,… Classical Graphics, 1pm Sat Mar 8
Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club, on Saturdays; an all-ages and all-skill-levels chess club; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Sat Mar 8 thru Sat Mar 22
Forever Yours Bridal Show, featuring cocktails, free food samples, free entertainment, exclusive giveaways; presented… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 11am Sun Mar 9
Trivia Night at Bally’s, on Tuesdays; test your knowledge with your friends while enjoying… Bally’s Quad Cities, 9pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
St. Patrick’s Day Race & 5K Run, one of CASI’s largest fundraisers that supports its mission all… Downtown Davenport, 9am Sat Mar 15
The Official Lucky’s St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl, bring your crew, wear your green and get ready for… Downtown Davenport, 4pm Sat Mar 15
Professional Championship Bull Riders & Barrel Racers, the greatest bull riders in the world compete against the… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, Sat Mar 15 thru Sun Mar 16
Quad City Steamwheelers Annual Season Ticket Holder Party, join us for season-ticket pickup, meet the final 25-man roster… Dick’s Sporting Goods, 1pm Sun Mar 16
Reservations Due: The Ark Encounter & Creation Museum Trip, the SBC Outreach Music & Arts Academy of Rock Island… Second Baptist Church, Sun Mar 16
Royal Princess Ball, step into magic with some of your favorite fairytale princess… Hotel Blackhawk, 10am Sun Mar 16
Scott County Democratic Party Caucuses, during the caucuses, the Scott County Democrats will select committee… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Mar 18
Quad Cities Backgammon Group, players of all skill levels are welcome, from never played… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Mar 19 thru Wed Mar 26
Board Game Day, learn to play new games, or rediscover an old favorite;… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Sat Mar 22
Memory Circle, jjoin us for crafts, games, activities, conversation, and more; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, 10:30am Tue Mar 25
Name That Tune!, you’ll hear up to 30 seconds of a tune, and… The Redstone Room, 7pm Sat Mar 29
April
Black Hawk College Black and Gold Celebration, RSVP by Tuesday, March 25 for the evening featuring dinner,… Bally’s Quad Cities, 5:30pm Thu Apr 3
Lotería Nights, on Fridays; Lotería is a traditional Mexican game played with colorful… Mercado on Fifth, 6pm Fri Apr 4
St. Alphonsus Lenten Fish Fry, on Fridays; the dinner includes a choice of seasoned baked… St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 4pm Fri Apr 4
Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club, on Saturdays; an all-ages and all-skill-levels chess club; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Sat Apr 5
Outlying Areas
March
St. Patrick’s Day Race & 5K Run Afterparty, featuring live music with Funktastic Five; taking place immediately following… DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, noon Sat Mar 15
Magic Rocks, the unique performance style of illusionist Leon Etienne attracts audiences… Orpheum Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Mar 22
April
Mass on the Prairie, free; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Wed Apr 2
LECTURES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
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 Mar 27
Writing Your Business Plan, join us for this workshop and learn how to write… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, noon thru Thu Mar 27
Goodbye, But Not Forgotten: Processing the Loss of a Partner, join Jill Finn, Certified Grief Educator, Certified Grief Specialist; and… Moline Public Library, 11am Sat Mar 8
Introduction to Spanish,  join Catalina for some basics in speaking Spanish; free; for… East Moline Public Library, 11am Mon Mar 10
Storm Spotter Training, this storm spotter class is hosted by the Rock Island… Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Mon Mar 10
Vegetable Gardening Series: Seed & Plant Choices, free; presented in partnership with the University of Illinois Extension… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 11am Mon Mar 10
Podcast Club, a lively gathering where curious minds unite to explore, discuss,… East Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Mar 11
1861-1865: The Army and the Civil War, part of a lecture series commemorating the 250th anniversary of the… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Mar 12
1861-1865: The Army and the Civil War, part of a lecture series commemorating the 250th anniversary of the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Mar 12
Pruning Methods and Benefits of Trees, a virtual program in the Community Tree Care Series; participants include… University of Illinois Extension - Milan, 9am Wed Mar 12
Investments and Taxes, we will cover: creating a tax plan, understanding the different types… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Thu Mar 13
Storm Science!, explore the fundamentals of extreme weather; this program is best… Bettendorf Public Library, 12:30pm Thu Mar 13
Empowerment Through Awareness, register by Mar. 6; learn about holistic approaches, brain and… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 8am Fri Mar 14
Starting an Herb Garden, bring fresh flavors into your kitchen with your own herb… East Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Mar 18
Winter 2025 Conservation Quarterly: Nahant Marsh Stream Bank Mitigation, hosted by Partners of Scott County Watersheds and speaker Brian Ritter, Executive… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, noon Tue Mar 18
Newsbank: How to Read The Rock Island Argus for Free, the Rock Island Public Library continues to offer access to… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Mar 24
Vegetable Gardening Series: Cool Season Vegetables, free; presented in partnership with the University of Illinois Extension… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 11am Mon Mar 24
Reconnecting with Roots, presented by the World Affairs Council of the Quad Cities;… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Tue Mar 25
Diversity and Advocacy and Choosing Nursery Stock, a virtual program in the Community Tree Care Series; participants include… University of Illinois Extension - Milan, 9am Wed Mar 26
Family Heirloom Recipes from the Illinois State Fair, since 2009, Catherine Lambrecht has judged Family Heirloom Recipes contests… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Mar 26
Women Inventors of the Quad Cities and Beyond, join Christina Kastell of the Putnam Museum to discover the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Mar 26
2025 Legislative Event Series: Iowa Mid-Session Forum, join us for a continuation of our Legislative Event Series… Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 7:30am Fri Mar 28
Twisted Tales Presents Moline Confidential, hear presenter Jeff Adamson share all the secrets of Moline… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Mar 31
Works Cited, discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable coffee… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Mon Mar 31
April
Nettles and Other Wild Edibles, learn how to identify, gather, and enjoy nettles and other… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Apr 1
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 Thu Apr 3
Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: Genealogy Bring and Share with Mike Thomas, we’ll spend a brief time looking at some of the… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 1pm Sat Apr 5
Outlying Areas
March
QCMade: Wilton Candy Kitchen, the Hawkeye state was only 20 years old when a… Wilton Candy Kitchen, 6pm Thu Mar 6
Introduction to Chakras: Their Role in Health and Healing, led by Rachael Looney; learn about energy healing and the… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Fri Mar 7
Cultural Responsive Exploration and Reflection, led by Dr. Sarah Rissler; explore the ways in which… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 1pm Sat Mar 8
Alvin Ailey, Homecoming, and the Black Midwestern Imagination, the Stanley Museum of Art, Hancher Auditorium, and the University of Iowa welcome… Hancher Auditorium, 2pm Sun Mar 9
Silent Sabbath Lenten Afternoon Retreat, March 9, 23, and Apr. 6; led by Laurie Harris… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, noon Sun Mar 9
Holy Moments Abound, led by Sarah Callahan and John Cooper; this retreat will… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Fri Mar 14
Psychology of a Murderer, join forensic psychologist Dr. Rachel Toles for an illuminating journey… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Mar 14
Growing Your Intuition, led by Kathleen Collins; learn a powerful, time-tested method to… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Sat Mar 15
Pause and Refresh, led by Patricia A. Shea, PhD; take this time to… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Wed Mar 19
Virtual Event – Creation Spirituality: Liberating Gifts for the People of the Earth, Matthew Fox uncovers the ancient tradition of a creation-centered spirituality… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Thu Mar 20
Promised Rest: Finding Peace in God’s Presence, led by Michelle Diercks; join us to find renewal, restoration, and… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 5pm Fri Mar 21
Awakening Your Creative Self in Fabric Collage, led by Jo Myers-Walker; join us to discover inspiration and record… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Wed Mar 26
Write It Down: The Power of Journaling, led by Karen Blankenship; it is not as difficult as you… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 5pm Fri Mar 28
A Lenten Experience: Writing (Painting) the Icon of Mary Magdalene in the Garden with Jesus, led by Leanne K. Spacek; join us to learn about the… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 4pm Sun Mar 30
April
Mara Liasson, the Spring 2025 Levitt Lecture; Liasson is the national political… Hancher Auditorium, 7:30pm Tue Apr 1
MEETINGS, ETC
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
QC Chamber Coffee Meetup, this is a casual morning event where you can meet, mingle… Rise Neighborhood Cafe, 7:30am Fri Mar 7
Overeaters Anonymous, on Saturdays; 12-step program support group for compulsive overeating, anorexia,… Bettendorf Presbyterian Church, 9:30am Sat Mar 8 thru Sat Mar 29
Quad Cities Mississippi Valley Ski and Social Club (QCMVSC) Meeting, held on the second Monday of the month; most meetings… Columbus Club, 7pm Mon Mar 10
Rock Island City Council Meeting, Public Comment is held at the beginning of City Council… Rock Island City Hall, 6:45pm Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 24
Moline City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting, meets in Council Chambers; the formal City Council meeting is… Moline City Hall, 6pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
Riverdale City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month;… Riverdale City Hall, 7pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
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 Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
Historical Society Meeting, meeting upstairs, all welcome; free; for information, call 309-523-3440… River Valley District Library, 7pm Wed Mar 12
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 Mar 12
Davenport City Council Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Mar 26
Bettendorf Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, free; for information, call 563-344-4175… Bettendorf Public Library, 5pm Thu Mar 13
Moline Public Library Board Meeting, agendas are available prior to the meetings, minutes are available… Moline Public Library, noon Thu Mar 13
Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings;… Scott County Administrative Center, 5pm Thu Mar 13 thru Thu Mar 27
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 Mar 15
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 Mar 17
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 Mar 17
Bettendorf City Council Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 7pm Tue Mar 18
Rock Island County Board Regular Meeting, all meetings are open to the public, but may be… Rock Island County Office Building, 5:30pm Tue Mar 18
Rock Island Public Library Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 5pm Tue Mar 18
Silvis City Council Meeting, held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month;… Silvis City Hall, 6:30pm Tue Mar 18
Coal Valley City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Mar 19
Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Mar 19
Death Cafe, gather to eat treats, drink coffee, and discuss death; our… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Wed Mar 19
Friends of the East Moline Library Monthly Meeting, free; for information, call 309-755-9614… East Moline Public Library, 10am Thu Mar 20
Iowa Mid-Session Forum, the QC Chamber’s Legislative Events Series is focused on advocacy priorities… Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 8am Fri Mar 28
April
Bend of the River Quad Cities Pilot Club, on the 1st Tue. of the month; Pilot International transforms… Hickory Gardens Family Restaurant, Tue Apr 1
Bettendorf City Council Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 7pm Tue Apr 1
Midwest Corvettes Club Monthly Meeting, join us to discuss Corvettes, friends, and community … Eriksen Chevrolet - Milan, 6:30pm Tue Apr 1
Silvis City Council Meeting, held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month;… Silvis City Hall, 6:30pm Tue Apr 1
Coal Valley City Hall Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Apr 2
Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Apr 2
QC Chamber Hob Nosh, it’s the Quad Cities Chamber’s largest after-hours networking event of… Bend XPO, 5pm Wed Apr 2
Overeaters Anonymous, on Saturdays; 12-step program support group for compulsive overeating, anorexia,… Bettendorf Presbyterian Church, 9:30am Sat Apr 5
Outlying Areas
March
Muscatine City Council Meeting, meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each… City Hall of Muscatine, 7pm thru Thu Mar 20
Sherrard City Council Meeting, held on the second Monday of the month; for information,… Sherrard City Hall, 7pm Mon Mar 10
Geneseo City Council Meeting, meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Geneseo City Council Chambers, 6pm Tue Mar 11
Village of Erie Board/City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Village of Erie Office, 6pm Tue Mar 11
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 Mar 17
Milan City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Monday of the month;… Milan Municipal Center, 5:30pm Mon Mar 17
April
Muscatine City Council Meeting, meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each… City Hall of Muscatine, 7pm Thu Apr 3
HEALTH
Classes, Lectures & Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Empowerment Through Awareness, register by Mar. 6; learn about holistic approaches, brain and… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 8am Fri Mar 14
SENIORS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; $2/member, membership is $160 a year or $15… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm thru Thu Apr 3
Card Embroidery, on Thursdays; learn how to create fun embroidery greeting cards; $2-4,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Thu Apr 3
Chess, on Thursdays; $1/session; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm thru Thu Apr 3
Line Dancing, on Thursdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am thru Thu Apr 3
Zumba, on Thursdays; aerobic fitness based on Latin American dance rhythms;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8:45am thru Thu Apr 3
Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am thru Fri Apr 4
Low Impact Exercise, Mon., Wed., & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; $3-6;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), thru Fri Apr 4
Milestones AAA Meal Site, Mon.-Fri; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am thru Fri Apr 4
Adult Coloring, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Afternoon Bingo, on Fridays; with 25 and 50 cent cards; for information, call… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Euchre, on Wed. & Fri.; $4-8; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:45pm Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; sing along to some classical memories; $2-4; for information,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Second Avenue Players Senior Theatre, on Fridays; bring your theatrical side to CASI’s senior theater… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:30am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Zumba, Mon.-Wed. & Fri.; aerobic fitness based on Latin American dance… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Zumba Gold, on Fridays; $3/class; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Apr 4
Chess: Come to Play, on Mondays; $1-2; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Shuffleboard, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Silver Linings Bell Choir, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; volunteer group; no sewing experience necessary; for information,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Senior Social Hour, seniors in the LeClaire area are invited for socializing, activities,… LeClaire Community Library, 10am Tue Mar 11
Canasta, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Chair Yoga, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Chair-Based Exercise, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Cribbage, on Tuesdays; $1-2; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Crocheting & Knitting, on Tuesdays; volunteer Donna Curtis will help you make hats,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Line Dancing, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Senior Technology Clinic, on Tuesdays; with expert Mike Shinbori; bring your Apple and… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), noon Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Step into Balance, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Apr 1
Bunco, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Apr 2
Evening Bingo, on Wednesdays; 5pm doors, 6pm bingo, $10 card pack minimum… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 5pm Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Apr 2
TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group), on Wednesdays; 10:30am weigh-in, 11am meeting; $1 per meeting plus… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:30am Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Apr 2
T’ai Chi Ch’un, on Wednesdays; $24-48; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Apr 2
Coffee & Conversations, every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month; meet neighbors… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 10am Thu Mar 13 thru Thu Mar 27
Seniors Read Banned Books: “The Hate You Give” by Angie Thomas, the book was a commercial success, debuting at number one… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Tue Mar 25
Grief Support Group, on the 4th Wed. of the month; for information, call… Family Restaurant, 9:30am Wed Mar 26
Coffee & Conversations, senior citizens of retirement ages are invited to stop in… Bettendorf Public Library, 9am Tue Apr 1
Red Hat Ladies Club, meeting locations vary; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11am Tue Apr 1
CASI Advisory Council, on the 1st Wed. of the month; help the management… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Wed Apr 2
Open House at the Village Co-Op of Crow Creek, take a tour of the Quad Cities’ most affordable Plus… Village Co-Op of Crow Creek, 1pm Wed Apr 2
KIDS’ STUFF
Scott & Rock Island Counties
March
Monster Society Presents: Merfolk, an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Thu Mar 6
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Mar 6
Tales for Tots, an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm thru Thu Mar 20
Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships, thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River… River Action, thru Fri Mar 21
Lapsit Storytime, on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am thru Thu Mar 27
Preschool Storytime, on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am thru Thu Mar 27
Teen Role Playing Games, on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm thru Thu Mar 27
Winter Toddler Playgroup, on Thursdays; relaxing and casual fun for kids 5 and… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10am thru Thu Mar 27
Little Movers Storytime, on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and… Moline Public Library, 9:30am thru Mon Mar 31
Storytime with Legacy Therapy Dogs, learn about the important work therapy dogs do and read… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Fri Mar 7
Reading Buddies with Central High School, members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4pm Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Mar 14
Stories @ Main, on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; we’ll… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 10am Fri Mar 7 thru Fri Mar 28
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 Mar 7 thru Fri Mar 28
Herbivores: Ages 10-13, learn about the giraffe in the Endangered Species Series; your… Niabi Zoo, 2:30pm Sat Mar 8
Herbivores: Ages 4-5, learn about the giraffe in the Endangered Species Series; your… Niabi Zoo, 10am Sat Mar 8
Herbivores: Ages 6-9, learn about the giraffe in the Endangered Species Series; your… Niabi Zoo, noon Sat Mar 8
Pokémon Club, an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Mar 8
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Sat Mar 8
Child’s Play | Create : Explore : Experience, on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Mar 8 thru Sat Mar 29
Lego Club, on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 11:30am Sat Mar 8 thru Sat Mar 29
Homeschool Creator Club, join us for fun art and science adventures on the… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Mon Mar 10
Little Movers Storytime, on Mondays; kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup… Moline Public Library, 10:45am Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Pre-K Prep Storytime, on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Tales for Tots, on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Mon Mar 10 thru Mon Mar 31
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown: Dr. Seuss Day, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Mar 11
Family Storytime: Treasure, we’re exploring pirate treasure with stories, songs, and a fun… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Tue Mar 11
Sensitive Playtime, a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are… Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Mar 11
Teen Advisory Board Meeting, TAB Members volunteer, organize & participate in teen programming, and give their… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Mar 11
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch, on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
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 Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
Walkers and Wigglers Storytime, on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs,dance, and read fun stories; all… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Tue Mar 11 thru Tue Mar 25
D&D Roleplay Club, grab your dice and join the library’s Dungeons & Dragons… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Wed Mar 12
Face 2 Face Game Night, it’s board game night; learn a new game or play… Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Wed Mar 12
Paws to Read with QCCAN, boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified… Moline Public Library, 5pm Wed Mar 12
Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch, toddlers can use all of their senses with hands on art;… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Mar 12
Teen Time Plus: Sewing - Sock Plushies, we will make handsewn sock plushies; free; for in formation,… Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Wed Mar 12
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; stop in for gaming on the Switch, playing… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Mar 26
Teen Time, on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join… Moline Public Library, 2:30pm Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Mar 26
Walkers & Wigglers Storytime, on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Wed Mar 12 thru Wed Mar 26
Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd-5th grade) and… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Mar 13
CreaTEEN Crafts: Pirate Ship Bottle Keychain, we’re celebrating Pirate Month with Pirate Ship Bottle Keychains; ages… LeClaire Community Library, 5pm Thu Mar 13
Creativity Lab: Junk Journals, learn how to make your own sketchbook from cardboard and… Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Mar 13
Dissection Event, a unique evening of learning about animal biology with science… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 5:30pm Thu Mar 13
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest: Dr. Seuss Day, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Mar 13
PNG Photography, learn how to take the best possible photos using a… Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Mar 13
Teen Hunger Games Celebration, enjoy a movie, crafts, trivia and more; this is for… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Fri Mar 14
Toddler Kanopy Playtime, ages 0-PreK can join Miss Ashe to watch animated stories… LeClaire Community Library, 11:30am Fri Mar 14
Full STEAM Ahead: Pool Noodle Pirate Ship Races, hop on the learning train, because we’re going Full STEAM… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Sat Mar 15
Kids Book Club, discuss a new book and do activities related to the… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm Sat Mar 15
St. Patrick’s Day Craft, make a Pot of Gold; this is for kids and… East Moline Public Library, noon Sat Mar 15
Teen Hunger Games Party, the new Hunger Games prequel, Sunrise on the Reaping, drops on… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Sat Mar 15
PJ Party Storytime: Bath Time, put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children’s… Moline Public Library, 6pm Sun Mar 16
Royal Princess Ball, step into magic with some of your favorite fairytale princess… Hotel Blackhawk, 10am Sun Mar 16
Spring Take & Make: Paper Quilling Greeting Card, ages 12-19 are welcome to grab a kit to make… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Mon Mar 17
Teen Pot of Gold Craft, make a cute Pot of Gold craft for St. Patrick’s… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Mon Mar 17
Teen Spring Cleaning: Shoes, learn how to properly clean and take care of your… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Mon Mar 17
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown: St. Patrick’s Day, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Mar 18
Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack, stop by the library for an evening Storytime unlike any… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Tue Mar 18
Reading Dogs: Spring Break Edition, spend quality time with the Reading Dogs from Quad City… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Tue Mar 18
Teen Terrariums with Quartz Botanicals, join Austin, owner of Quartz Botanicals, for a teen terrarium-building… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 1pm Tue Mar 18
Yoga and Stories Spring Break Edition, experience your favorite stories, told along with Yoga poses; bring… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Tue Mar 18
Family Storytime @ Watts-Midtown Branch, families are invited to enjoy story time full of books,… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6pm Wed Mar 19
Kids Anime Club, for grades 3-5;  fun program where you don’t have to… Moline Public Library, 5pm Wed Mar 19
Teen Mario Kart Tournament, compete in a Nintendo Switch Mario Kart Deluxe 8 tournament;… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Wed Mar 19
Teen Time Plus: Gaming, play PS4, Wii, Xbox, Switch, and tabletop games in the… Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Wed Mar 19
Curse of the Pirate’s Gold Escape Room, Wed.-Fri. 2:30-7:30pm, Sat. 10:30am-1:30pm; search for the lost gold to… LeClaire Community Library, Wed Mar 19 thru Sat Mar 22
Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch, on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Mar 19 thru Wed Mar 26
Da Vinci Kids, create a mini sculpture as we explore Michelangelo and his… Moline Public Library, 5pm Thu Mar 20
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest: St. Patrick’s Da, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Mar 20
Figge Art Museum: Grades 3 - 6, the Figge will be here to do an art project… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Thu Mar 20
Figge Art Museum: Grades K - 2, the Figge will be here to do an art project… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Thu Mar 20
Frog Party, ages 6-11 celebrate World Frog Day with fun crafts and games… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Thu Mar 20
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Thu Mar 20
Teen Library Council, students in grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and… Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Thu Mar 20
Teen Super Smash Bros Ultimate Tournament, compete in a Nintendo Switch Super Smash Bros Ultimate tournament;… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Thu Mar 20
STEAM on Wheels, we’ll be exploring laser-cut projects, printing with 3D pens, and… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 4pm Fri Mar 21
Stories @ Main, we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 10am Fri Mar 21
Cartoon Drawing Class, for ages 7-13; learn cartoon drawing with Josh Wright, author… Moline Public Library, 10am Sat Mar 22
Lego Club, enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call… Bettendorf Public Library, 11:30am Sat Mar 22
Primates: Ages 10-13, learn about the gibbon in the Endangered Species Series; your… Niabi Zoo, 2:30pm Sat Mar 22
Primates: Ages 4-5, learn about the gibbon in the Endangered Species Series; your… Niabi Zoo, 10am Sat Mar 22
Primates: Ages 6-9, learn about the gibbon in the Endangered Species Series; your… Niabi Zoo, noon Sat Mar 22
Riri Williams: Ironheart Volume 1: Those with Courage, a discussion of the book by Eve L. Ewing, Kevin… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 11am Sat Mar 22
Teen Advisory Group, learn about volunteering at the library; you’ll help us plan… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 11:30am Sat Mar 22
Homeschool Hangout, ids of all ages are welcome to socialize at this… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Mon Mar 24
Young Adventurer’s Club, grades 3-5 play Dungeons and Dragons; free; for information, call… Moline Public Library, 5pm Mon Mar 24
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown: “Pizza and Taco: Who’s the Best?” by Stephan Shaskan, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Mar 25
Family Storytime: Parrots, we’re exploring parrots with stories, songs, and a fun take-home… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Tue Mar 25
Tummy Time, bring your baby to the Children’s Program Room for fun… Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Mar 25
Doki Doki Anime Club: One Piece Trivia Night, a club where we nerd out over all things Japanese,… LeClaire Community Library, 5pm Wed Mar 26
Seed Bombs, join us to make seed bombs out of recycled paper… East Moline Public Library, 3pm Wed Mar 26
Teen Bingo Night, with lots of cool prizes and themed bingo rounds; this… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Wed Mar 26
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest: “Pizza and Taco: Who’s the Best?” by Stephan Shaskan, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Mar 27
Lazy Crafternoons: Sea Lover Junk Journals, celebrate Pirate Month with Sea Lover Junk Journals; turn a… LeClaire Community Library, 5pm Thu Mar 27
Stretchy Storytime, explore the magic of storytime through movement and music; for… Moline Public Library, 5pm Thu Mar 27
Teen Cooking Challenge, compete in a cooking challenge using a bag of mystery… Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Mar 27
Pet Rocks, pet rocks are guaranteed to never need trips to the… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Fri Mar 28
Toddler Pirate Party!, sail with Miss Ashe at a pirate Storytime followed by… LeClaire Community Library, 11:30am Fri Mar 28
Teen Book Club: Fantasy, teens are welcome to join us for a lively discussion… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm Sat Mar 29
Teen Leadership Committee Meeting, Teen Leadership Committee (TLC) is a group of enthusiastic teenagers… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Mar 29
April
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown: Flapping Butterflies, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Apr 1
Kids’ Advisory Board, for ages 7-10; KAB members will meet once a month… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 5pm Tue Apr 1
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 Tue Apr 1
Walkers and Wigglers Storytime, on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs,dance, and read fun stories; all… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Tue Apr 1
Teen Poetry Contest, thru Apr. 14; Quad City area students in grades 6-12… Moline Public Library, Tue Apr 1 thru Sun Apr 6
Kids Craft Series: Teacup Fairy Gardens, hang out and learn to make something new; best suited… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 3:30pm Wed Apr 2
Sew Fun! Bear Pencil Case, children will learn new hand sewing techniques to create their… Moline Public Library, 5pm Wed Apr 2
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; stop in for gaming on the Switch, playing… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm Wed Apr 2
Teen Time, on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 5-12 - join… Moline Public Library, 2:30pm Wed Apr 2
Teen Time Plus: Coding, free; for information, call 309-524-2470… Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Wed Apr 2
Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch, on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Apr 2
Walkers & Wigglers Storytime, on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Wed Apr 2
Preschool Storytime, on Wednesdays & Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Wed Apr 2 thru Thu Apr 3
Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd-5th grade) and… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Apr 3
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest: Flapping Butterflies, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Apr 3
English Language Learners Conversation Club, English language learners and ESL students of all ages can… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Apr 3
Lapsit Storytime, on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Thu Apr 3
Little Movers Storytime, on Mon. & Thu.; kids ages 0 to 3 and… Moline Public Library, 9:30am Thu Apr 3
Monster Society Presents: Fresco Nightcrawlers, an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Thu Apr 3
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Apr 3
Teen Role Playing Games, on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm Thu Apr 3
Reading Buddies with Central High School, members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4pm Fri Apr 4
Stories @ Main, on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out; we’ll… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 10am Fri Apr 4
Child’s Play | Create : Explore : Experience, on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Apr 5
Lego Club, enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call… Bettendorf Public Library, 11:30am Sat Apr 5
Pollinators: Ages 10-13, learn about pollinators in the Endangered Species Series; your child… Niabi Zoo, 2:30pm Sat Apr 5
Pollinators: Ages 4-5, learn about pollinators in the Endangered Species Series; your child… Niabi Zoo, 10am Sat Apr 5
Pollinators: Ages 6-9, learn about pollinators in the Endangered Species Series; your child… Niabi Zoo, noon Sat Apr 5
Teen Leadership Committee Recruitment Party, meet current members, learn about upcoming projects, and meet new… Bettendorf Public Library, noon Sat Apr 5
Toddler Prom, put on your dancing shoes and fanciest outfit and join… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Sat Apr 5
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March
Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship, thru Mar. 15; this scholarship honors the lives of two… thru Sat Mar 15