VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Task Party, party like you’re a museum geek at this TASK Party… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Jul 31
August
Exhibition Tour Night, take a closer look at the Figge’s current exhibitions​ with… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 7
Free Senior Day, all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am Thu Aug 7
Second Saturdays at the Figge, free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to… Figge Art Museum, 10am Sat Aug 9
Mending Monday, drop in with any and all projects that need repairing… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Mon Aug 11
Gallery Opening: Wayfinding, held in conjunction with the exhibit of ceramic sculpture by Lori… Quad City Arts Center, 6pm Thu Aug 14
Artist Reception: Image & Idea, opening reception for Image and Idea Art Exhibit, featuring the… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 4pm Fri Aug 15
Enter the Park Art Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival; enter the park,… Kaiserslautern Square, 5pm Fri Aug 15
Killpop Artist Market, Fri. & Sat. 5-10pm; an artist and vendor market in… Killpop Studios, 5pm Fri Aug 15
Enter the Park Art Show, Fri. 5-10pm, Sat. 10am-9pm; an event in the Alternating Currents… Kaiserslautern Square, 10am Sat Aug 16
Adult Knitting Circle, whether you are in the middle of a project or… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Aug 18
Exhibition Tour Night, stop by for a closer look at two current exhibitions… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 21
Plan for the Future at the Figge: Free Planned Giving Session, an educational session on planned giving with Samuel J. Skorepa… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Thu Aug 21
Future Now Closing Celebration, join us as we contemplate why shoes matter, what they… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 28
Outlying Areas
August
2025 DBQFest, Aug. 2 & 3; for more than 40 years, DBQFest has… Washington Park, Sat Aug 2 thru Sun Aug 3
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Bales & Pappageorge, thru Aug. 8; exhibit of  sculptural fashion by Judy Bales… Quad City Arts Center, thru Fri Aug 8
Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks, thru Aug. 24; in partnership with the Bata Shoe Museum… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 24
Bada Maloney & Jagitsch, thru Aug. 27; exhibit of charcoal drawings and sculpture by… Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport, thru Wed Aug 27
Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network, thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 31
CHAIN RE·AC·TION, thru Sep. 28; visitors are invited to engage with the… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 31
Cats!, thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 31
Fever Dreams: German Expressionism, thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 31
Model Museum, thru Aug. 31; this exhibition marks the 20th anniversary of… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Aug 31
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, thru Sun Aug 31
Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go, thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists… Figge Art Museum, Sat Aug 9 thru Sun Aug 31
Wayfinding, thru Oct. 3; exhibit of ceramic sculpture by Lori Roderick, woven… Quad City Arts Center, Thu Aug 14 thru Sun Aug 31
Outlying Areas
DART ‘25 Senior Thesis Show, thru Aug. 1; celebration of projects highlighting the diverse skills of… Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque, thru Fri Aug 1
Oneiromancy, thru Aug. 2; Katrice Kelly’s collection of stories, storied objects, and… Public Space One North Gallery, thru Sat Aug 2
Thomas Agran: Hickory Hill, thru Aug. 9; an exhibition of drawings and large scale paintings… Public Space One Close House Gallery, thru Sat Aug 9
Muscatine History Revisited, thru Aug. 24; this journey back in time features artifacts and… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Aug 24
All that Jazz: Photographs by Carl Van Vechten and George Henry, thru Aug. 31; in recognition of the 50th anniversary of… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
Art in Roman Life, thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels,… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction, thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
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 Aug 31
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 Aug 31
Marvin Cone: An American Vision, thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
Mata Ortiz Ceramics, thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker, thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
Strokes of Genius: American Impressionism and its Legacy, thru Sep. 14; characterized by a focus on the effects… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Aug 31
Classes
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Saturday Stash Busters, learn how to randomly piece fabric to create a one-of-a-kind… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Sat Aug 2
Make a Bag in the Makerspace, learn how to make a bag in the makerspace; you… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 5:30pm Mon Aug 4
Portfolio Builder: Ages 13-18, thru Aug. 7; with instructor Annie Peters; students will learn… Figge Art Museum, 1:30pm Mon Aug 4
Pottery Wheel Bootcamp, Tuesdays thru Aug. 26; with instructor Laura Warner; students will… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Tue Aug 5
Adult DIY: String Art, the pattern will be a butterfly; no experience is necessary;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Thu Aug 7
Open Clay Studio - August, Thursdays thru Aug. 28; this course allows you access to your… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Thu Aug 7
Paper Quilling for Kids and Teens, Thursdays thru Aug. 28; with instructor Ranjani Gopikrishna; students will… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Thu Aug 7
Take Home Workshop: Tinted Glass, learn a new craft on your own schedule with a… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Thu Aug 7
Mushroom String Art, join Moline Public Library and Mindy Mathews for a fun… Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Wed Aug 13
Open Studio: Drawing & Painting, Saturdays thru Sept. 6; with instructor Nick DiGioia; students will… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Sat Aug 16
Floral Arrangement Class, join the Moline Public Library and Two Chicks and a… Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Aug 19
MPL Makers Club, meet up with fellow makers for an open craft night;… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Thu Aug 21
Intuitive Painting with Atticus, with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Wed Aug 27
Art at the Ball Park!, join us for a sendoff to summer in this one-of-a-kind… Modern Woodmen Park, 9am Sat Aug 30
MUSIC
MUSIC Concerts
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
2025 Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, thru Aug. 2; the 54th weekend of concert sets held in… Rhythm City Casino Resort, Thu Jul 31
3OH!3 - TLC, the Billboard-charting alt-rock duo of Sean Foreman and Nathaniel Motte and chart-topping… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Thu Jul 31
Colin Hancock’s Jazzologists (3pm), concert in the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival; featuring Brandon Au,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 3pm Thu Jul 31
Corporate Rock, free; performance in the annual Summer Concert series; bring lawn… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Jul 31
Hippies & Cowboys - Jodie Arndt & the Howlers (6pm), concert with the Nashville-born rock and soul band, featuring a… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Jul 31
Wicked Liz & the Bellyswirls (6:30pm), an event in the 2025 Summer Concert Series; bring lawn… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Jul 31
August
Air Supply: 50th-Anniversary Celebration, concert with the legendary, multi-platinum-selling soft-rock duo; $73-791; for tickets,… Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 8pm Fri Aug 1
Einstein’s Sister (5pm), event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series;… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 1
El Ritmo, an event in Mercado on Fifth’s Summer Concert series; free… Mercado on Fifth, Fri Aug 1
Glixen - Starling - Interlay, concert with the shoegaze band from Phoenix, Arizona, featuring sets… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Aug 1
Superfly Samurai, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 1
T.J. Muller’s Jazz-O-Maniacs (11am), riverboat cruise concert in the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival;… Celebration Belle Landing, 11am Fri Aug 1
Third Eye Blind, the multi-platinum-selling alt-rockers perform a grandstand concert for the Mississippi… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Fri Aug 1
2025 Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, thru Aug. 2; the 54th weekend of concert sets held in… Rhythm City Casino Resort, Fri Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 2
10 of Soul, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 2
Ernst Otto Encore Piano Recital (2pm), the music of the locally famous composer, musician, and band… Schuetzen Park Historic Site, 2pm Sat Aug 2
Johnny Delaware - The Filthy Heathens - Badvril (6pm), concert with the folk-rock singer/songwriter from Charleston, South Carolina, featuring… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sat Aug 2
Lit - Pop Evil, the multi-platinum-selling alternative and post-grunge rockers perform a grandstand concert… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Sat Aug 2
Mortonia Seven (10am), gravesite concert in the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival; featuring Kris… Oakdale Memorial Gardens, 10am Sat Aug 2
Mr. Softheart - Cough ’N Flop, a heady and atmospheric blend of post-punk, 80s synth pop,… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Aug 2
The Deutsche Polka Band (2pm), the Schuetzen Park will continue its 155th anniversary celebrations of… Schuetzen Park Historic Site, 2pm Sat Aug 2
The Matt Fuller Band, an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn… Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, 7:30pm Sat Aug 2
Bix Jazz Service: Jeff Barnhart & Friends (9:30am), event in the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival… First Presbyterian Church of Davenport, 9:30am Sun Aug 3
Dave Bennett, Jeff Barnhart, Steve Pikal, & Josh Duffee (2pm), event in the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival… The Sound Conservatory - Moline, 2pm Sun Aug 3
Jon Pardi, the chart-topping member of the Grand Ole Opry performs a… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8pm Sun Aug 3
Mark Mallman (6pm), an evening with the Minnesota musician, film composer, and memoirist; $15.88… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Aug 3
Pulgita - Dietz Soliz Band (5pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food… Runner’s Park, 5pm Sun Aug 3
Stranded in the City (2pm), the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents a genre-blending powerhouse out of… Kaiserslautern Square, 2pm Sun Aug 3
The Blackstones (2pm), enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio… Bally’s Quad Cities, 2pm Sun Aug 3
The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm), the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 2pm Sun Aug 3
Veaux - Fox Royale (6pm), concert with Nashville’s alt-pop trio featuring brothers Aaron and Dominick… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Aug 5
The Deslondes - Sabine McCalla (6pm), the New Orleans-based group blends influences from folk, rock ‘n’… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Aug 6
John Resch & Doggin’ Out, free; performance in the annual Summer Concert series; bring lawn… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Aug 7
King in Concert: Victor Trevino as Elvis, Presley tribute featuring the 2022 winner of Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Thu Aug 7
Michael Cera Palin - Stars Hollow - Arcadia Grey (6pm), concert with the touring alternative/indie rockers, featuring sets by Stars… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Aug 7
Nuclear Plowboys (6:30pm), an event in the 2025 Summer Concert Series; bring lawn… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Aug 7
Fair Warning, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 8
Grupo Fantasia Musical, an event in Mercado on Fifth’s Summer Concert series; free… Mercado on Fifth, Fri Aug 8
Jill Andrews - Matt Van, concert with the indie-folk singer/songwriter based in Nashville, featuring a… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Aug 8
Jumbies (5pm), event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series;… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 8
Sound in Space w/ Daniel P., enjoy an evening of Samuel pulling from his record collection;… Rozz-Tox, 7:30pm Fri Aug 8
80’s Ladies, a family-friendly concert in the Big 9 Concert Series is presented… LeClaire Park, 7pm Sat Aug 9
BTDT, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 9
Clash in the Corn: Battle of the Bands (4pm), the ultimate underground battle of the bands hosted by Punk… Front Street Brewery, 4pm Sat Aug 9
Eva & Aaron, an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn… Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, 7:30pm Sat Aug 9
Ice Nine Kills - Dayseeker - Kim Dracula - The Funeral Portrait (6:30pm), an evening with the metal rockers on their "Hell of… The Rust Belt, 6:30pm Sat Aug 9
Lady Igraine - Night School, progressive rockers perform in the Big 9 Series; bring lawn… LeClaire Park, 7pm Sat Aug 9
Molly Conrad, concert with the singer/songwriter from Bettendorf, now based in Buffalo; $19.84… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Aug 9
Stephan Haluska / Adam Shead Duo, percussionist Shead and harpist Haluska form an inventive duo that… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Aug 9
The Robert Cray Band, concert with the blues guitarist and singer who has won five… Capitol Theatre, 7pm Sat Aug 9
Identity Crisis (2pm), enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio… Bally’s Quad Cities, 2pm Sun Aug 10
The Blackstones (5pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food… Runner’s Park, 5pm Sun Aug 10
The Central - Birth Order - Blist Her - If I Could Just Get Some Sleep (6pm), concert with the Wisconsin-based experimental grind rockers, featuring sets by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Aug 12
10 of Soul (6:30pm), an event in the 2025 Summer Concert Series; bring lawn… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Aug 14
7 Bridges: The Ultimate Eagles Experience, the tribute musicians deliver a tour de force of talent,… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 7:15pm Thu Aug 14
Crooked Cactus, free; performance in the annual Summer Concert series; bring lawn… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Aug 14
Alternating Currents Block Party w/ Heads in Motion (5pm), event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series;… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 15
Bucktown Americana Music Show, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 7pm Fri Aug 15
Grupo Estilo Versatil, an event in Mercado on Fifth’s Summer Concert series; free… Mercado on Fifth, Fri Aug 15
Hembree (8pm) - Post Sex Nachos (9:30pm), the Los Angeles- and Nashville-based indie rockers perform in the… SkyBridge Courtyard, 8pm Fri Aug 15
Semi-Charmed, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 15
Tracy Lawrence, concert with the chart-topping, multi-platinum-selling country singer/songwriter; $31-76; for tickets… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Fri Aug 15
Class of ’82: ’80s New Wave Tribute Band, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 16
Dani Lynn Howe Band, an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn… Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, 7:30pm Sat Aug 16
Quad City Bank & Trust Riverfront Pops: Chicago & More!, rock out as we celebrate the unforgettable hits of the… LeClaire Park, 7:30pm Sat Aug 16
The Sean McKee Band (4pm) - Jon Stickley Trio (6:30pm) - Terrapin Flyer (9pm), the blues, bluegrass, and indie-rock musicians perform in the Alternating… SkyBridge Courtyard, 4pm Sat Aug 16
Smooth Groove (5pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food… Runner’s Park, 5pm Sun Aug 17
Tim Gleason Duo (2pm), enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio… Bally’s Quad Cities, 2pm Sun Aug 17
Latter - thisworldisnotkind - Everlasting Light (6pm), concert with the Chicago-based experimental-noise rock project , featuring sets by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Mon Aug 18
Jason Scott & the High Heat (6pm), concert with the Oklahoma-based roots, rock, and country singer/songwriter and… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Aug 19
Teddy & the Rough Riders (6pm), concert with the Nashville-based rockers; $15.88… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Aug 20
Class of ’82, event in the Thursday Night Groove Concert Series; concessions and… Schwiebert Riverfront Park, 7pm Thu Aug 21
Flatland Cavalry, concert with the country and Americana band from Lubbock, Texas on… Capitol Theatre, 8pm Thu Aug 21
Class of ’82 (5pm), event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series;… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 22
ElectriQC: The Tripp Brothers - DJ Buddha - Voidberg, the ultimate high-energy escape where the bass drops harder and… The Rust Belt, 8pm Fri Aug 22
For Those About to Yacht, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 22
JP Harris - Nathan Graham, concert with the country singer/songwriter, guitarist, and clawhammer banjoist based… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Aug 22
La Vibra, an event in Mercado on Fifth’s Summer Concert series; free… Mercado on Fifth, Fri Aug 22
Polyrhythms’ 11th Annual Bill Bell Jazz & Heritage Jestival, thru Aug. 24; annual weekend celebration featuring jazz performances, youth… Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, Fri Aug 22 thru Sun Aug 24
Dan Hubbard & Matthew Pittman, an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn… Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, 7:30pm Sat Aug 23
Earworms and Odditis w/ Tara & John, pop, rock, and hip-hop tunes for a late-summer night; free,… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Aug 23
Electric Shock - House Arrest, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 23
Elijah Johnston - No Antics, concert with the Georgia-based indie rocker, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Aug 23
10 of Soul (5pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food… Runner’s Park, 5pm Sun Aug 24
Heart - Todd Rundgren, concert with the chart-topping rock band into the Rock and Roll Hall… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7pm Sun Aug 24
The Cowtippers (2pm), enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio… Bally’s Quad Cities, 2pm Sun Aug 24
Lilly Hiatt, concert with the Nashville-based country rocker and daughter of singer/songwriter John… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Aug 27
Basic Printer - Deth Rali - Drug Warp (6pm), concert with the Nashville-based glitchpop musician, featuring sets by Deth… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Aug 28
Fair Warning, event in the Thursday Night Groove Concert Series; concessions and… Schwiebert Riverfront Park, 7pm Thu Aug 28
A Little More Blue w/ Benjamin, the venue custodian posts up behind the record bar with… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Fri Aug 29
Back to the Scene:: Emp/Pop Punk Night, sing, scream, and dance to the sounds of My Chem,… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Fri Aug 29
Batalla de DJs, an event in Mercado on Fifth’s Summer Concert series; free… Mercado on Fifth, Fri Aug 29
DMT: Dave Matthews Tribute, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Aug 29
Far Out 283 (5pm), event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series;… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Aug 29
Great White, with hits including the Grammy nominated “Once Bitten, Twice Shy,”… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Fri Aug 29
Far Out 283, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Aug 30
La Armada - Racetraitor - Wretched Blessing - Blaster - The Hunting Grounds Death Cult (2pm) - Alex Williams - Isaac Rudd (7pm), individual concerts with the hard rockers at 2pm and the… Raccoon Motel, 2pm Sat Aug 30
PinDrop Fest, an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn… Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, 7:30pm Sat Aug 30
Steely Dane: Steely Dan Tribute - QC Rock Academy, a family-friendly concert in the Big 9 Concert Series is presented… Credit Island, 7pm Sat Aug 30
Cabanarama (5pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food… Runner’s Park, 5pm Sun Aug 31
Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band, event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series;… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sun Aug 31
Not Petty: Tom Petty Tribute (2pm), enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio… Bally’s Quad Cities, 2pm Sun Aug 31
TsuShiMaMiRe (6pm), concert with the Japanese all-female rock trio; $19.84… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Aug 31
Outlying Areas
July
The Rush Cleveland Trio (6pm), an event in the 2025 Maquoketa Summer Concert Series; with 5:30pm… Downtown Maquoketa, 6pm Thu Jul 31
August
Dandelion Stompers (6:30pm), a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 1
Aaron Lewis & the Stateliners - Travis Tritt, concert with the award-winning, chart-topping country rockers; $71-91; for tickets… Riverside Casino Event Center, 7pm Sat Aug 2
Natty Nation (6:30pm), presented by Summer of the Arts; attendees can enjoy outstanding… Riverfront Crossings Park, 6:30pm Sat Aug 2
Northside Saturday Nights: Stepanie Catlett (6pm), curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank,… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 2
Worship Experience w/ Horn of Zion & Glorious Voice Choir (6pm), through gospel music we promote peace and love in our… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 6pm Sat Aug 2
Yonder Mountain String Band, concert with the progressive bluegrass group from Nederland, Colorado; $45-50… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Sat Aug 2
Parker Barrow - Zydeco Voodoo, event in the 7th AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are… Wiley Park, 6pm Sun Aug 3
Montana Sunrise (6pm), located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the… Downtown DeWitt, 6pm Tue Aug 5
Steve Grismore Trio (6:30pm), concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring… City Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 6
The Awful Purdies (6:30pm), an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council’s Summer… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 6
Carson Parker Trio - Kiersten Conway Quartet (6:30pm), a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 8
Northside Saturday Nights: The Fabulous Trutones (6pm), curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank,… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 9
Jaik Willis (6pm), located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the… Downtown DeWitt, 6pm Tue Aug 12
Kerak (6:30pm), concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring… Cardigan Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 13
The Tanya English Band (6:30pm), an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council’s Summer… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 13
Big Begonias - The Feralings (6:30pm), a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 15
Ear Hustle Live!, join co-hosts and co-creators Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods live… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Aug 15
Ear Hustle Live!, the musician’s innovative style of foot-stomping, deep delta blues and… The James Theater, 7:30pm Fri Aug 15
James Tutson & the Rollback (6:30pm), presented by Summer of the Arts; attendees can enjoy outstanding… Riverfront Crossings Park, 6:30pm Sat Aug 16
Northside Saturday Nights: Kristina Marie Castañeda (6pm), curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank,… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 16
Jimmy Welty Band (6pm), located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the… Downtown DeWitt, 6pm Tue Aug 19
Flash in a Pan (6:30pm), an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council’s Summer… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 20
The Feralings (6:30pm), concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring… Emma J. Harvat Square Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 20
Dodge Street Duo - Hard Luck & the Troubles (6:30pm), a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 22
Northside Saturday Nights: Blake Shaw Trio (6pm), curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank,… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 23
The Happy Together Tour 2025: The Turtles - Jay & the Americans - Little Anthony - Gary Puckett & the Union Gap - The Vogues - The Cowsills, the 16th year of the highly successful, hit-filled summer package… Riverside Casino Event Center, 8pm Sat Aug 23
The River City Boys (2pm), tribute to the legendary, Grammy-winning Statler Brothers; $15.28; for information, call 563-652-9815… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 2pm Sat Aug 23
The Tailfins (6pm), located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the… Downtown DeWitt, 6pm Tue Aug 26
Ioannis Alexakis (6:30pm), concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring… Chauncey Swan Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 27
Two Bit Maniac (6:30pm), an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council’s Summer… Ron-de-Voo Park, 6:30pm Wed Aug 27
Hawkeye Drumline (8pm) - Goose (8:20pm), the Fall Welcome Concert; this American rock band brings together… Hancher Auditorium, 8pm Thu Aug 28
Katie & the Honky Tonks (6pm), an event in the 2025 Maquoketa Summer Concert Series; with 5:30pm… Downtown Maquoketa, 6pm Thu Aug 28
Jumbies (6:30pm), a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Aug 29
Northside Saturday Nights: Flash in a Pan (6pm), curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank,… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Aug 30
The Beaker Brothers (6:30pm), presented by Summer of the Arts; attendees can enjoy outstanding… Riverfront Crossings Park, 6:30pm Sat Aug 30
LITERARY ARTS
LITERARY ARTS Readings & Discussions
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
QCL Book Club, join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 3pm Mon Aug 4
The Last Policeman, a discussion of Ben Winters’ book with the Adult Book… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm Mon Aug 4
Pageturners, a contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Aug 5
Infinity Net - The Autobiography of Yayoi Kusama, led by Susan Vermeer; a discussion with the Art Lovers Book… Figge Art Museum, 12:30pm Wed Aug 6
QC Poets, share your poetry with a supportive group of poets and… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Aug 6
Red Rising, discussion of Pierce Brown’s book with the See YA Book… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Aug 6
Hate to Want You, discussion of Alisha Rai’s book with the Book Lovers book club… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 7
The Bear Came Over the Mountain, a discussion of Alice Munro’s 2011 short story with the… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Mon Aug 11
Abundance, a discussion of Jakob Guanzon’s book with the Get Lit… Adventurous Brewing, 7pm Tue Aug 12
Demon Copperhead, discussion of Barbara Kingslover’s book with the West End Book… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Aug 12
Rooting Out Poverty Book Club Special Edition, “Tiny Homes in a Big City” author Rev. Faith Fowler… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Aug 13
The Small & the Mighty, discussion of Sharon McMahob’s book with the Non Fiction Book… Longview Park, 5:30pm Wed Aug 13
Book ’Em Mystery Book Group, pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Aug 19
Manhunt, a discussion of Gretchen Felker-Martin’s book with the Read with… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Aug 19
Annihilation, a discussion of Jeff Vandermeer’s book with the Science Fiction… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Aug 20
Killing Me, discussion of Michelle Gagnon’s book with the Novel Naptime Book… Moline Public Library, 9:30am Wed Aug 20
Online Author Talk with Casey McQuiston, we discuss New York Times bestselling author of "Red, White, and Royal… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Aug 20
The New Mirror, a discussion of Ann Petry’s book with the Contemporary Books… Adventurous Brewing, 6:30pm Wed Aug 20
Silent Book Club, join us for a full hour of uninterrupted reading with… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 5:30pm Thu Aug 21
The Beekeeper’s Apprentice, discussion of Laura King’s book with the Overbooked Book Club;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 21
Local Author Showcase, authors from the Quad Cities will feature their current works,… Moline Public Library, 1pm Sat Aug 23
The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives, a discussion of Eernest Schedyder’s book with the Environmental Book… River Action, 7pm Tue Aug 26
The God of the Woods, a discussion of Liz Moore’s book with the Southwest Book… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3pm Wed Aug 27
The Library Book, discussion of Susan Orlean’s book with the Brown Bag Book… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Wed Aug 27
LITERARY Workshops & Classes
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Write Now! Writer’s Group, adult writers of all genres are invited to a monthly… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Aug 19
Outlying Areas
August
Writing Your Life: An Introduction to Memoir, with Tom Montgomery Fate; an introductory workshop focused on memoir, but… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Fri Aug 8
THEATRE
THEATRE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Hairspray, Countryside Community Theatre presents the Tony-winning stage musical based on… North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 3
The Diary of Anne Frank, Wendy Kesselman’s new adaptation of the beloved World War II… Playcrafters Barn Theatre, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 10
Mary Poppins, Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Peace, Genesius Guild’s updated presentation of Aristophanes’ Greek comedy; Sat. &… Lincoln Park, 7pm Sat Aug 2 thru Sun Aug 3
Gypsy, Tony-winning musical classic about a domineering stage mother and her… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, Fri Aug 8 thru Sun Aug 17
Ordinary Days, composer Adam Gwon’s sung-thru musical about a quartet of friends… The Black Box Theatre, Fri Aug 8 thru Sun Aug 17
The Play That Goes Wrong, Henry Lewis’, Jonathan Sayer’s, and Henry Shields’ Tony-winning slapstick comedy… The Spotlight Theatre, Fri Aug 8 thru Sun Aug 17
Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival, weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art,… The Black Box Theatre, Fri Aug 29 thru Sun Aug 31
Outlying Areas
Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver, musical-revue tribute to the iconic musician and more than two… Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, thru Sun Aug 10
A Greek (sort of) Tragedy, Cambridge Community Theater presents a brand-new original comedy by local playwright… College Square Park, 7pm Fri Aug 1
Quick Change: Stories that Start in the Costume Trunk, this summer, more than a dozen rising 3-6th graders wrote… Riverside Theatre, Fri Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 2
Disney’s Frozen, stage-musical version of Disney’s Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.;… Timber Lake Playhouse, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 17
The Little Mermaid Jr., one-act version of the stage musical adapted from Disney’s Oscar-winning… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, Sat Aug 2 thru Sun Aug 3
Marjorie Prime, Jordan Harrison drama on the mysteries of human identity and… Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, Thu Aug 14 thru Sun Aug 24
The Andy Bro Show, the world premiere of a comedy about a fallen comedian… Timber Lake Playhouse, Fri Aug 22 thru Sun Aug 31
Auditions & Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival, thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event… The Black Box Theatre, Thu Jul 31
August
Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival, thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event… The Black Box Theatre, Fri Aug 1 thru Tue Aug 26
Playcrafters Barn Theatre Annual Membership Meeting, this is active members’ chance to help shape the future… Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 12:30pm Sun Aug 17
Outlying Areas
July
Auditions for Grades 3-12: Dare to Dream - A Disney Musical Revue, celebrate 100 years of Disney music with the largest production… Jay Rehearsal Hall, 4pm Thu Jul 31
August
Auditions for Grades 3-12: Dare to Dream - A Disney Musical Revue, celebrate 100 years of Disney music with the largest production… Jay Rehearsal Hall, 4pm Fri Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 2
Vocal Performance w/ Sam O’Neill, an exciting lineup of masterclasses designed to inspire, challenge, and grow young… Timber Lake Playhouse, 2pm Mon Aug 4
Red Carpet Gala, walk the red carpet, enjoy live music and cocktails in… Timber Lake Playhouse, 5:30pm Sat Aug 9
The Art of Auditioning w/ Cole Russell, an exciting lineup of masterclasses designed to inspire, challenge, and grow young… Timber Lake Playhouse, 2pm Mon Aug 11
Song Writing w. Drew Perez Harris, an exciting lineup of masterclasses designed to inspire, challenge, and grow young… Timber Lake Playhouse, 2pm Mon Aug 18
DANCE
DANCE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
Ballet Quad Cities’ Ballet Off the Lawn, a performance of vignettes and a celebration of the 10th… The Spotlight Theatre, Sat Aug 23 thru Sun Aug 24
Classes, & Ongoing Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, Thu Jul 31
August
Dukes & Boots, on Fridays; join Steppin’ With Heather as she teaches some… Daiquiri Factory - Davenport, 7pm Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Auditions for Ages 11 & Up: Ballet Quad Cities’ The Nutcracker, seeking community cast members for the annual Adler Theatre productions… Ballet Quad Cities Studio, 5:30pm Wed Aug 27
Auditions for Ages 7-10: Ballet Quad Cities’ The Nutcracker, seeking community cast members for the annual Adler Theatre productions… Ballet Quad Cities Studio, 4:30pm Wed Aug 27
Outlying Areas
August
Active Adult & Senior Summertime Dance w/ The Wild Side (4pm), coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with music and dancing… Geneseo Community Center, 4pm Sun Aug 10
COMEDY
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Knock-Knock! Who’s There? Comedy, thru Aug. 2; family-friendly comedy show held in conjunction with… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Variety Tent, 11am Thu Jul 31
August
Knock-Knock! Who’s There? Comedy, thru Aug. 2; family-friendly comedy show held in conjunction with… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Variety Tent, 11am Fri Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 2
ComedySportz Quad Cities, on Fridays and Saturdays;  the Quad Cities’ fast-paced, all-ages improvisational… The Spotlight Theatre, 7pm Fri Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 30
Christian Comedy Family Event, Bethel AME presents family-friendly standup sets with host Tanya Lewis,… Adler Theatre, 6pm Sat Aug 2
Shakespeared!, ComedySportz presents an improvised “lost play” of the Bard’s with… The Spotlight Theatre, 9:30pm Sat Aug 9
The Nightcaps Present: Roll 4 Improv, in the ultimate test of “Yes, and,” our improvisers will… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Aug 9
Laugh Hard Stand-Up Comedy Show, open mic stand-up comedy show featuring many hilarious comedians from… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Aug 15
The Crack Your Back Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Chris Schlichting, Austin Black, Jeanie… The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar, 9pm Fri Aug 15
The Sliced Bread Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Chris Schlichting, Damon Tucker, Mel… The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar, 7pm Fri Aug 15
The Truck Eating Bridge Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Chris Schlichting, Mike Lucas, Lauren… City Loafers, 5:30pm Fri Aug 15
David Casas Magic Show, an Alternating Currents magic and comedy show; Iowa’s premier corporate and… Common Chord, 10am Sat Aug 16
Nightcaps presents Shots & Giggles, improv comedy and drinking crash together into one hilarious evening;… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Aug 16
The Green Tractor Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Chris Schlichting, Matt Lamb, Michael… City Loafers, 4pm Sat Aug 16
The Little Detroit Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Chris Schlichting, Josh Plant, Nate… The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar, 7pm Sat Aug 16
The Loose Meat Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Donny Townsend, Aubree Plant,… The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar, 8:30pm Sat Aug 16
The Money in the Bank Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring Chris Schlichting, Aaron Scarbrough, Bernard… The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini Bar, 9:30pm Sat Aug 16
The Taco Pizza Comedy Show, an Alternating Currents comedy show featuring James Draper, Josh Plant, Mike… City Loafers, 12:30pm Sat Aug 16
Carl Giannetto, an evening with the standup comedian; $5 reservations, with $5… FINN’S GRILL, 7pm Fri Aug 22
The Laugh Hour, Samir Abdul returns home to the Quad Cities with his… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Aug 22
MUSEUMS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Call for Entries: Local Islamic Stories, the Putnam is putting together a temporary exhibit for the… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Thu Jul 31
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories, thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Thu Jul 31
German Expressionist Prints from the David & Sarojini Johnson Print Collection, thru Dec. 14; this exhibition emphasizes the contributions of German… German American Heritage Center, Thu Jul 31
Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans, thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Thu Jul 31
Quad City Innovators, thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Thu Jul 31
Sacred Places, thru Sept. 1; the exhibit explores sites worldwide and shares… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Thu Jul 31
The Prints of David & Sarojini Johnson, thru Jan. 4; collectors, educators, and artists David and Sarojini… German American Heritage Center, Thu Jul 31
The Vault, thru Dec. 31; a massive display of one of six… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Thu Jul 31
August
Call for Entries: Local Islamic Stories, the Putnam is putting together a temporary exhibit for the… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories, thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past,… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
German Expressionist Prints from the David & Sarojini Johnson Print Collection, thru Dec. 14; this exhibition emphasizes the contributions of German… German American Heritage Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans, thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Quad City Innovators, thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Sacred Places, thru Sept. 1; the exhibit explores sites worldwide and shares… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
The Prints of David & Sarojini Johnson, thru Jan. 4; collectors, educators, and artists David and Sarojini… German American Heritage Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
The Vault, thru Dec. 31; a massive display of one of six… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Life in America Ribbon Cutting, join the German American Heritage Center and museum to celebrate… German American Heritage Center, 1pm Thu Aug 7
Historic Summer Walking Tours, learn about where German immigrants worked, lived, and created a community; the walking tour will… German American Heritage Center, 10am Sat Aug 9 thru Sat Aug 23
Gallery Talk with David & Sarojini Johnson, a Kaffee und Kuchen programs with the Iowa City-based artists, collectors,… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Aug 10
Animal Armor, thru Feb. 15; learn about the evolution of armor in… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Wed Aug 20 thru Sun Aug 31
History on Tap: Iowa’s Rebel Girls, understanding the advocacy of the militant button workers of Muscatine… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 5pm Thu Aug 21
From Hitler to Hollywood: Film Series Discussion with Tammy & Kelly Rundle, to kick off the venue’s film series with the Last… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Aug 24
Davenport Civil Rights Trolley Tours, in partnership with the Davenport Civil Rights Commission and the… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 5:30pm Mon Aug 25
MOVIES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
The Blues Brothers, screenings in the venue’s Rooftop series; the Rooftop is family-friendly… The Last Picture House, 8:30pm Thu Jul 31
August
Jumanji, screening of the 1995 family classic starring Robin Williams; bring… Rozz-Tox, 9pm Fri Aug 1
The Blues Brothers, screenings in the venue’s Rooftop series; the Rooftop is family-friendly… The Last Picture House, 8:30pm Fri Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 2
Silent Movie Screening, event in the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival; with music… Putnam Museum & Science Center, 6pm Sun Aug 3
Labyrinth, screenings in the venue’s Rooftop series; the Rooftop is family-friendly… The Last Picture House, 8:30pm Thu Aug 7 thru Sat Aug 9
Cape Fear, screening in the Afternoon Classics series in which we watch… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 1pm Thu Aug 14
Cats, Tom Hooper’s 2019 Broadway-musical adaptation held in conjunction with the… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Aug 14
Pavements Documentary, event in the Alternating Currents festival; documentary about the American… The Last Picture House, 6:30pm Thu Aug 14
Strange and Found VHS, a screening in the Alternating Currents festival; Chicago VHS all-stars,… The Last Picture House, Thu Aug 14 thru Sat Aug 16
Alternating Currents Film Festival; Documentary Films, featuring screenings of: “Girls Who Wanna Surf” by Director Janelle Bakacs;… The Last Picture House, 5:30pm Fri Aug 15
Alternating Currents Film Festival; Drama Films – Block A, featuring screenings of: “The Grief Project” by Director Regan Hill; "Not… The Last Picture House, 5:30pm Fri Aug 15
Alternating Currents Film Festival; Drama Films – Block B, featuring screenings of: “Tin Can” by Director Pat Battistini; “Bumper Hitching”… The Last Picture House, 4pm Fri Aug 15
Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Amy Heckerling’s classic 1982 teen comedy presented in the Garden… Rozz-Tox, 9pm Fri Aug 15
Justin Beahm: Life and Special Features, a screening in the Alternating Currents festival; an interactive presentation illuminating… The Last Picture House, 7pm Fri Aug 15
Alternating Currents Film Festival: Comedy Films, featuring screenings of: “Ms. Rossi 3: Ms. Rossi Meets the Mob”… The Last Picture House, Fri Aug 15 thru Sat Aug 16
Alternating Currents Film Festival: Experimental Films, featuring screenings of: “Leaf Man” by Director Kevin Ackley; “Emperica” by… The Last Picture House, Fri Aug 15 thru Sat Aug 16
Alternating Currents Film Festival: Horror/Sci-Fi Films, featuring screenings of: “Butchered” by Director Gretel Forsythe; “Infernalis” by Director… The Last Picture House, Fri Aug 15 thru Sat Aug 16
Alternating Currents Film Festival: Documentary Films, featuring screenings of: “Girls Who Wanna Surf” by Director Janelle Bakacs;… The Last Picture House, 2:30pm Sat Aug 16
Alternating Currents Film Festival: Drama Films – Block A, featuring screenings of: “The Grief Project” by Director Regan Hill, "Not… The Last Picture House, 4pm Sat Aug 16
Alternating Currents Film Festival: Drama Films – Block B, featuring screenings of: “Tin Can” by Director Pat Battistini; “Bumper Hitching”… The Last Picture House, noon Sat Aug 16
CAP CITY, a screening in the Alternating Currents festival; written by Max… The Last Picture House, 5:30pm Sat Aug 16
A River Runs Through It: Life on the Mississippi, based upon Mark Twain’s book by the same title, this two… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1:30pm Wed Aug 20
Downtown Movie Club, this month’s selection is a comedic thriller about a podcaster… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1pm Thu Aug 21
Hot Fuzz, Edgar Wright’s parody of ’80s cop thrillers presented in the… Rozz-Tox, 9pm Fri Aug 22
Recent Releases, see movies fresh from the theater with free popcorn and… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Wed Aug 27
V for Vendetta, an event in the Folksofia series; free community film screening… Rozz-Tox, 7pm Wed Aug 27
Knit-Flix, we will show a documentary while we work on individual… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Aug 30
Outlying Areas
July
Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival, thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20… Bridge View Center, Thu Jul 31
August
Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival, thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20… Bridge View Center, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 31
Despicable Me 4, screening in the 2025 Drive-in Movies at the Hangar series; movies… Iowa City Municipal Airport, Sun Aug 10
SPORTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August
QCAIR Annual World Cup Soccer Tournament, hosted by the Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees… Davenport Soccer Complex, 9am Sat Aug 2
Quad City Steamwheelers IFL Playoff Game 1, professional arena football game; $10-50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 3pm Sat Aug 2
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp, minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000… Modern Woodmen Park, Tue Aug 5 thru Sun Aug 10
Rumble in Rocktown: Round One, a pro-wrestling event in the Alternating Currents festival, co-presented by… Wake Brewing Company, 6pm Sat Aug 16
Rumble in Rocktown: Round Two, a pro-wrestling event in the Alternating Currents festival, co-presented by… Wake Brewing Company, 2pm Sun Aug 17
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Great Lakes Loons, minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000… Modern Woodmen Park, Tue Aug 19 thru Sun Aug 24
EVENTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
2025 Mississippi Valley Fair, thru Aug. 3; annual event featuring grandstand concerts, rides, attractions,… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Thu Jul 31
Bike Social, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 5pm Thu Jul 31
Park Vista Open House, on Thursdays; with tours of all levels of care and… Park Vista Retirement Center, 10am Thu Jul 31
August
Books on the Blacktop: Blue Grass, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Blue Grass Elementary School, 9:30am Fri Aug 1
Books on the Blacktop: Eisenhower, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Eisenhower Elementary School, 2:30pm Fri Aug 1
Books on the Blacktop: McKinley, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… McKinley Elementary School, 1pm Fri Aug 1
2025 Mississippi Valley Fair, thru Aug. 3; annual event featuring grandstand concerts, rides, attractions,… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Fri Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 3
Food Truck Fridays, on Fridays; guests are welcome to bring their Food Truck… Downtown LeClaire, 5pm Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Mercado on Fifth, on Fridays; the ninth-annual fiestas featuring an open-air market, authentic… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
38th Annual Heartland British Autofest, hosted by the Quad Cities’ British Auto Club;  the event showcases a… LeClaire Levee, 9am Sat Aug 2
QC Haunts & History’s Summerween, there will be costume contests for adults and children sponsored… Skeleton Key Art and Antiques, noon Sat Aug 2
OWLT and About: Party in the Park, enjoy food, entertainment, and a variety of activities for the… Credit Island Park, 5:30pm Thu Aug 7
Teacher Appreciation Night and Rust Belt Americana Opening Reception, presented by Rob Wolfe, star of the hit TV show… The Bend XPO, 5pm Thu Aug 7
2025 Great River Tug Fest LeClaire, thru Aug. 9; the annual tug-of-war over the Mississippi River… LeClaire Levee, Thu Aug 7 thru Sat Aug 9
2025 Great River Tug Fest Port Byron, thru Aug. 9; the annual tug-of-war over the Mississippi River… Port Byron Levee, Thu Aug 7 thru Sat Aug 9
Park Vista Open House, on Thursdays; with tours of all levels of care and… Park Vista Retirement Center, 10am Thu Aug 7 thru Thu Aug 28
Adult Lock-In, we will do crafts, play games, and eat pizza; you… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm Fri Aug 8
Books on the Blacktop: Fillmore, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Fillmore Elementary School, 11am Fri Aug 8
Books on the Blacktop: Garfield, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Garfield Elementary School, 1pm Fri Aug 8
Books on the Blacktop: Madison, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Madison Elementary School, 2:30pm Fri Aug 8
Books on the Blacktop: Truman, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Truman School, 9:30am Fri Aug 8
Viva La Divas, the premier drag show in the area showcasing the best… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Aug 8
2025 QC Balloon Festival, Aug. 8 & 9; witness the captivating spectacle of hot… Rhythm City Casino Resort, Fri Aug 8 thru Sat Aug 9
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers Market, cool off in the shade of our awning, check out… Freight House Farmer’s Market, 8am Sat Aug 9
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers’ Market, cool off in the shade of our awning, check out… Freight House Farmer’s Market, 8am Sat Aug 9
Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club, on Saturdays; an all-ages and all-skill-levels chess club; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Sat Aug 9 thru Sat Aug 30
Escape Room: Escape from the ’90s, Wed. noon, 2, & 4pm; Thu. noon, 4:30, & 6pm;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, Wed Aug 13 thru Sat Aug 16
Belly Dancing Dinner Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival; an evening of… Tiphanie’s, 5:30pm Fri Aug 15
Books on the Blacktop: Adams, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Adams Elementary School, 9:30am Fri Aug 15
Books on the Blacktop: Harrison, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Harrison Elementary School, 11am Fri Aug 15
Books on the Blacktop: Hayes, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Hayes Elementary School, 1pm Fri Aug 15
Books on the Blacktop: Jefferson, get your Sumer Reading logs, learn about prizes, sign up… Jefferson Early Childhood Center, 2:30pm Fri Aug 15
Park Vista’s Farmer’s Market Outdoor Event, featuring handmade items, jewelry, soaps, sweet treats, candies, home decor,… Park Vista Retirement Center, 1pm Fri Aug 15
Floatzilla 2025, hop in your kayak and join the largest paddling event… Sunset Park, 10am Sat Aug 16
Illuminaughties Burlesque, an event in the Alternating Currents festival with the LGBTQ+… The Stardust, 9pm Sat Aug 16
Summer Shindig Vendor Fair, browse local vendors, shop handmade art, and goods; for information,… Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 10am Sat Aug 16
13th Annual CCKMA Car, Bike & Jeep Show, an event in the Alternating Currents festival; registration is 11am-1pm… Steve’s Old Time Tap, 11am Sun Aug 17
Harmony Festival, the Quad Cities Alliance for Immigrants and Refugees (QCAIR) festival will… Downtown East Moline, 1pm Sun Aug 17
Adult Bingo, play bingo at the library and win prizes; free; for… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Mon Aug 18
St Alphonsus Annual Retreat, with Fr. Bob Miller and Dr. Mark Nimo; titled "Uunpack… St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 8:30am Tue Aug 19
St. Alphonsus Country Store, thru Aug. 23; for information and tickets, call 563-322-0987… St. Alphonsus School, 8am Thu Aug 21 thru Sat Aug 23
Breakfast with the Painted Dogs, see a special presentation by Joel Vanderbush, Curator of Conservation… Niabi Zoo, 9am Sat Aug 23
Dark Desire Burlesque, a steamy night of fun and seduction with former Bottom’s Up… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Aug 23
St. Alphonsus Parish Festival, featuring children’s games, a silent auction, a cash raffle, a… St. Alphonsus School, 5pm Sat Aug 23
Quad City Air Show, Aug. 23 & 24; aerial celebration featuring airborne performances, aerobatic teams,… Davenport Municipal Airport, Sat Aug 23 thru Sun Aug 24
Flea Market, featuring antiques, jewelry, and collectibles; $3; for information, contact Michael Salter… Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 8am Sun Aug 24
Memory Circle, jjoin us for crafts, games, activities, conversation, and more; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, 10:30am Tue Aug 26
2025 Jimmy Buffett Party, a beachy night full of tropical vibes, cold beer, and… Green Tree Brewery, 5pm Sat Aug 30
Great River Ducky Derby 2025, help Common Chord celebrate its 21st year by adopting a duck… Credit Island, 6:30pm Sat Aug 30
Soul of the City, join the MLK Center, Rock Island Parks and Recreation, The… Franklin Field, 10am Sat Aug 30
Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, Aug. 30 & 31; held at 1724 Fourth Ave.; the return… Downtown Rock Island, Sat Aug 30 thru Sun Aug 31
Outlying Areas
July
Happy Hour Open Mic (3pm), anyone can sing a song, play an instrument, tell a… Park Vista Retirement Living, 3pm Thu Jul 31
August
Park Vista Camanche Open House, on Tuesdays; with tours of all levels of care and… Park Vista Retirement Living - Camanche, noon Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Mass on the Prairie, led by Father Bob Cloos; for information and to register,… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Wed Aug 6
Cambridge Natural History Museum 1-Year Anniversary & Open House, featuring guided tours, family-friendly activities, and light refreshments; the museum’s founder and curator, 10-year-old… Cambridge Natural History Museum, 11am Sat Aug 9
Unspecified
August
Alternating Currents 2025, thru Aug. 17; the return of the annual music, film, art… Thu Aug 14 thru Sun Aug 17
LECTURES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Advanced Burlesque Workshop w/ Dannie Diesel, on Thursdays; drop-in class; for professional burlesque artists who want… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 8pm Thu Jul 31
Bix & Friends, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; musician and… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Thu Jul 31
Burlesque Basics w/ Dannie Diesel, on Thursdays; drop-in class; explore movement and the art of… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 5pm Thu Jul 31
August
Baptists, Methodists, and Presbyterians … Oh My!, Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society and the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 1pm Sat Aug 2
Coin Collecting Program with QC Coi, learn about the fascinating hobby of coin collecting from the… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Sat Aug 2
Hennepin Canal & The Mississippi-Rock River Confluence, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… River Action, 9am Sat Aug 2
Pit Bull Appreciation, join us for a talk on the breed and popular… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 3pm Sat Aug 2
Living Lands & Waters: Helping Our River & Community, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; learn about… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Aug 5 thru Thu Aug 7
Russel Farnham & Farnhamsburg, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… River Action, Wed Aug 6 thru Sat Aug 9
Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland, on Wednesdays; receive one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 27
eBooks Galore - Fill Your eReader with Great Reads from Your Library, the library has many options for finding digital eBooks that… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1:30pm Thu Aug 7
The Importance of the Rule of Law, in Room 103; this second installment of the QC Civic… Western Illinois University - Quad Cities, Riverfront, noon Fri Aug 8
Introduction to Spanish,  join Catalina for some basics in speaking Spanish; free; for… East Moline Public Library, 11am Mon Aug 11
Developing a Spending Plan, an event in the Healthy Cents series; we will discuss the… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1pm Tue Aug 12
History of the USCG Auxiliary && the American Waterway Watch, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; led by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Aug 12
1941-1945: World War 2, this lecture series is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Aug 13
World War II, Reorganization, and the Dawn of the Atomic Age, presentation in the Rock Island Arsenal Lecture Series: 250 Years… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Aug 13
Fish Passage Through Our Lock & Dam, and Other Interesting River Stories, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… River Action, Wed Aug 13 thru Sat Aug 16
Always Ready in the Heartland: a brief history of the US Coast Guard on the Mississippi River, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; from maintaining… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Thu Aug 14
Parenting Class with EveryChild, join an informal informational, discussion time brought by EveryChild to… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 5:30pm Thu Aug 14
Idea Factory: " Bourbon, Rye & Rivers: The Quad Cities Whiskey Story", an event in the Alternating Currents festival with Andrea Olson; an… The Last Picture House, 4:30pm Sat Aug 16
Idea Factory: “Beer Here: A Deep Pour into Beer’s Roots, Styles, and the Quad Cities Brewing Boom”, an event in the Alternating Currents festival with Andrea Olson;… The Last Picture House, 1pm Sat Aug 16
Idea Factory: “The Smoke Show: Tobaccos, Tastes, and Tales from the World of Cigars”, an event in the Alternating Currents festival with Andrea Olson;… The Last Picture House, 11am Sat Aug 16
Living with Loss: Grief Reflections w/ an EOL Doula, a gentle, supportive, conversation group open to anyone navigating grief,… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 11am Sat Aug 16
Nutrition & Wellness Series: 8 Dimensions of Wellness, discussions include all things related to life, death, and the… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 11am Sat Aug 16
Works Cited, discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable coffee… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Mon Aug 18
Planning for Long Term Care, cut through the confusion and be empowered to confidently plan… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Tue Aug 19
The Water Quality Cycle: River to Faucet to River, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; led by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Aug 19 thru Thu Aug 21
Notoriou Nahant & Spooky Marsh Tales, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… River Action, Wed Aug 20 thru Sat Aug 23
The History of Labor Day, the video’s host, Dave Stotts of Drive Thru History, takes… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Aug 25
Gongoozling with USACE, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; led by… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Aug 26 thru Thu Aug 28
Wild Abandon: a Native Roots Yard in the City, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… River Action, Wed Aug 27 thru Sat Aug 30
DJ Clinic, K1NG SUPR3M3 is bringing his gear to Fairmount for a… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 28
Outlying Areas
August
Looking Inside Linears: Using Remote Sensing to Investigate Linear Mounds in Northeast Iowa, Dr. Colin Betts, Professor at Luther College will discuss the… Effigy Mounds National Monument, 6pm Wed Aug 6
Redemption Songs, with Andy Douglas; how music and a caring community can… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6:30pm Thu Aug 7
Integral Spirituality: A Fitting Path, led by Rev. Jay Williams; this retreat will provide an… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Sat Aug 9
Pickled!, led by Dianne Prichard; learn to make delicious pickles that… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Wed Aug 13
Exploring the Night Sky, night sky enthusiasts, both young and young at heart can… Effigy Mounds National Monument, 7:30pm Fri Aug 15
The Way of the Pilgrim: Learning from Sacred Places, led by Lori Erickson; gain an understanding of what makes… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 5pm Fri Aug 15
The Book of Revelation: Unpacking a Mystery, Celebrating Victory!, led by Rev. Robert Mill and Dr. Mark Nimo; unpack… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Mon Aug 18
Growing and Cooking with Herbs, led by Deb Monroe; explore the fascinating world of culinary… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Wed Aug 20
Hildegard of Bingen’s Book of Divine Works with Letters and Songs, led by Rev. Matthew Fox, PhD; The Book of Divine… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Thu Aug 21
Ancestral Healing for Christian Women, led by Dr. Jen Bessire; Christ is calling and has… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 5pm Fri Aug 22
Virtual Event – Fear and Faith: Hope and Wholeness in a Fractured World, led by Daniel P. Horan, PhD; Jesus warns his followers… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Mon Aug 25
Virtual Event: Understanding Sustainable Investing and How It Relates to You Jake Barnett, led by Jake Barnett; better understand the current landscape for… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6:30pm Thu Aug 28
MEETINGS, ETC
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings;… Scott County Administrative Center, 5pm Thu Jul 31
August
Overeaters Anonymous, on Saturdays; 12-step program support group for compulsive overeating, anorexia,… Bettendorf Presbyterian Church, 9:30am Sat Aug 2 thru Sat Aug 30
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 Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 18
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 Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 18
Bend of the River Quad Cities Pilot Club, on the 1st Tue. of the month; Pilot International transforms… Hickory Gardens Family Restaurant, Tue Aug 5
Midwest Corvettes Club Monthly Meeting, join us to discuss Corvettes, friends, and community … Eriksen Chevrolet - Milan, 6:30pm Tue Aug 5
Bettendorf City Council Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 7pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 19
Silvis City Council Meeting, held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month;… Silvis City Hall, 6:30pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 19
Coal Valley City Hall Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Aug 6
Quad Cities Chamber Annual Meeting, our region’s premier gathering of 600+ business leaders, elected officials and… Rhythm City Casino Resort, 11:30am Wed Aug 6
Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 20
Rock Island City Council Meeting, Public Comment is held at the beginning of City Council… Rock Island City Hall, 6:45pm Mon Aug 11 thru Mon Aug 25
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 Aug 12 thru Tue Aug 26
Riverdale City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month;… Riverdale City Hall, 7pm Tue Aug 12 thru Tue Aug 26
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 Aug 12 thru Tue Aug 26
Historical Society Meeting, meeting upstairs, all welcome; free; for information, call 309-523-3440… River Valley District Library, 7pm Wed Aug 13
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 13
Davenport City Council Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Aug 13 thru Wed Aug 27
Bettendorf Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, free; for information, call 563-344-4175… Bettendorf Public Library, 5pm Thu Aug 14
Moline Public Library Board Meeting, agendas are available prior to the meetings, minutes are available… Moline Public Library, noon Thu Aug 14
Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings;… Scott County Administrative Center, 5pm Thu Aug 14 thru Thu Aug 28
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 19
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 19
Coal Valley City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Aug 20
Death Cafe, gather to eat treats, drink coffee, and discuss death; our… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Wed Aug 20
Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library District Board Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 4pm Thu Aug 28
Outlying Areas
August
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 Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 18
Milan City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Monday of the month;… Milan Municipal Center, 5:30pm Mon Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 18
Muscatine City Council Meeting, meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each… City Hall of Muscatine, 7pm Thu Aug 7 thru Thu Aug 21
Sherrard City Council Meeting, held on the second Monday of the month; for information,… Sherrard City Hall, 7pm Mon Aug 11
Geneseo City Council Meeting, meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Geneseo City Council Chambers, 6pm Tue Aug 12
Village of Erie Board/City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Village of Erie Office, 6pm Tue Aug 12
HEALTH
Classes, Lectures & Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Mo-ga Yoga w/ Mo, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6pm Thu Jul 31
Outlying Areas
August
Sacred Sounds with Janel, led by Janel Wenndt; experience deep relaxation and emotional release with… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Tue Aug 26
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 Aug 28
Card Embroidery, on Thursdays; learn how to create fun embroidery greeting cards; $2-4,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Thu Aug 28
Chess, on Thursdays; $1/session; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm thru Thu Aug 28
Line Dancing, on Thursdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am thru Thu Aug 28
Zumba, on Thursdays; aerobic fitness based on Latin American dance rhythms;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8:45am thru Thu Aug 28
Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am thru Fri Aug 29
Low Impact Exercise, Mon., Wed., & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; $3-6;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), thru Fri Aug 29
Milestones AAA Meal Site, Mon.-Fri; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am thru Fri Aug 29
Adult Coloring, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Afternoon Bingo, on Fridays; with 25 and 50 cent cards; for information, call… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Euchre, on Wed. & Fri.; $4-8; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:45pm Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; sing along to some classical memories; $2-4; for information,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Second Avenue Players Senior Theatre, on Fridays; bring your theatrical side to CASI’s senior theater… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:30am Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Zumba, Mon.-Wed. & Fri.; aerobic fitness based on Latin American dance… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Zumba Gold, on Fridays; $3/class; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Fri Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 29
Chess: Come to Play, on Mondays; $1-2; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Mon Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 25
Shuffleboard, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Mon Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 25
Silver Linings Bell Choir, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Mon Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 25
Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; volunteer group; no sewing experience necessary; for information,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Mon Aug 4 thru Mon Aug 25
Coffee & Conversations, senior citizens of retirement ages are invited to stop in… Bettendorf Public Library, 9am Tue Aug 5
Red Hat Ladies Club, meeting locations vary; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11am Tue Aug 5
Canasta, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Chair Yoga, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Chair-Based Exercise, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Cribbage, on Tuesdays; $1-2; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Crocheting & Knitting, on Tuesdays; volunteer Donna Curtis will help you make hats,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Line Dancing, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Senior Technology Clinic, on Tuesdays; with expert Mike Shinbori; bring your Apple and… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), noon Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
Step into Balance, on Tuesdays; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue Aug 5 thru Tue Aug 26
CASI Advisory Council, on the 1st Wed. of the month; help the management… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Wed Aug 6
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 Aug 6
Bunco, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 27
Evening Bingo, on Wednesdays; 5pm doors, 6pm bingo, $10 card pack minimum… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 5pm Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 27
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 Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 27
T’ai Chi Ch’un, on Wednesdays; $24-48; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 27
Senior Social Hour, seniors in the LeClaire area are invited for socializing, activities,… LeClaire Community Library, 10am Tue Aug 12
Coffee & Conversations, every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month; meet neighbors… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 10am Thu Aug 14 thru Thu Aug 28
Grief Support Group, on the 4th Wed. of the month; for information, call… Family Restaurant, 9:30am Wed Aug 27
Outlying Areas
Active Adult & Senior Summertime Dance w/ The Wild Side (4pm), coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with music and dancing… Geneseo Community Center, 4pm Sun Aug 10
KIDS’ STUFF
Scott & Rock Island Counties
July
Dance Me a Story with Ballet Quad Cities, visiting us this week is Emily Kate Long from Ballet… LeClaire Community Library, 6pm Thu Jul 31
Lapsit Storytime, on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Thu Jul 31
Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park, on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials,… Eastern Avenue Park, 9am Thu Jul 31
Preschool Storytime, Tue. & Wed.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Thu Jul 31
Teen Role Playing, on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Jul 31
Thursday Theater: Title TBD, the final SRP movie will be decided when more information… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Jul 31
August
Early Registration - Teen Library Lock-in (Teen Advisory Board Members Only), ages 11-19 are invited to spend hours camping out in the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Fri Aug 1
Storytime with the Spider Hero, this Small Fry Friday for National Spider-Man Day, meet everyone’s… LeClaire Community Library, 2pm Fri Aug 1
Summer Reading Tween/Teen Lock-In, open to readers who have completed the 2025 Teen Summer… Moline Public Library, 4:30pm Fri Aug 1
Teen Library Lock-in, ages 11-19 are invited to spend hours camping out in the… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Fri Aug 1
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 1
Child’s Play | Create : Explore : Experience, on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Aug 2
Lego Club, on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 11:30am Sat Aug 2
Teen Leadership Committee, TLC is a group of enthusiastic teenagers collaborating with library… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Aug 2
Library in the Park: Emeis Park, on Mondays;  enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing… Emeis Park, 2pm Mon Aug 4
Library in the Park: Slattery Park, on Mondays;  enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out… Slattery Park, 10am Mon Aug 4
Storytime with a Splash!, join us for stories and songs in the summer sun… Moline Public Library, 10am Mon Aug 4
The Muggle Club, ages 7-11 can celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Mon Aug 4
Kids’ Advisory Board, for ages 7 and 10; KAB members will meet once a… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 5pm Tue Aug 5
Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center, on Wednesdays;  enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out… Fejervary Learning Center, 10am Wed Aug 6
Library in the Park: Marquette Park, on Wednesdays;  enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing… Marquette Park, 2pm Wed Aug 6
Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park, a hike followed by a mini-snack picnic and reading; free;… Scott County Park, 10am Wed Aug 6
D&D Roleplay Club, share your skills on Games Galore Wednesdays; grab your dice… LeClaire Community Library, 3pm Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 20
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm Wed Aug 6 thru Wed Aug 27
2025 Summer Reading Send-Off Party!, join us at the library for a Foam and Bubble… LeClaire Community Library, 1pm Thu Aug 7
Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd through 5th… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Aug 7
Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park, on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials,… Eastern Avenue Park, 9am Thu Aug 7
Monster Society Presents: Sam the Sandown Ghost Clown, an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Thu Aug 7
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Aug 7
Teen Role Playing, on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Aug 7 thru Thu Aug 28
Reading Buddies with Central High School, members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4pm Fri Aug 8
Reading Dragon Card Tournament, grab the dragons you earned this summer and join us… LeClaire Community Library, 2pm Fri Aug 8
Library2Go at Quad City Botanical Center, a Children’s Librarian and the Mobile Library will be there… Quad City Botanical Center, 10:30am Sat Aug 9
Pokémon Club, an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Aug 9
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Sat Aug 9
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, for grades K-6; this week we will having free painting;… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 12
Sensitive Playtime, a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are… Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Aug 12
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 12
The Dragonet Prophecy, discussion of Tui T. Sutherland’s book with the Tween the… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm Tue Aug 12
Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch, Tue. & Fri.; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Tue Aug 12 thru Fri Aug 29
Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch, on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Aug 13 thru Wed Aug 27
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest, for grades K-6; this week we will having free painting;… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Aug 14
English Language Learners Conversation Club, English language learners and ESL students of all ages can… Bettendorf Public Library, 4pm Thu Aug 14
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Party!, a party to celebrate everyone’s hard work in 1,000 Books… LeClaire Community Library, 3:30pm Fri Aug 15
Discovery Fair, engage in free, fun, and educational activities at the Bettendorf… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Aug 16
Hug A Book Create, part of our special memorial program series for our young… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Sat Aug 16
Kids Book Club, discuss a new book and do activities related to the… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm Sat Aug 16
Pop-Up Library at Autistic & Loved, attendees will have the opportunity to visit the OWL, learn… Autistic and Loved, 11am Sat Aug 16
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, for grades K-6; this week we will making fun paper… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 19
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest, for grades K-6; this week we will making fun paper… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Aug 21
Read to a Dog, for ages 11-19; QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Thu Aug 21
Teen Library Council, grades 6-12 are needed to give advice and feedback about… Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Thu Aug 21
Audiobook Club, teens and kids listen to Gordon Korman’s “Slugfest” as a… Bettendorf Public Library, 4pm Fri Aug 22
Storytime with Therapy Dogs, join us in welcoming back some furry Storytime guests from… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Fri Aug 22
Young Adventurer’s Club, for grades 3-5 who have ever wanted to be a… Moline Public Library, 5pm Mon Aug 25
Anime Takeover!, join us as we watch an anime film, have snacks,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Tue Aug 26
Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown, for grades K-6; this week we will discuss "Wings of… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Aug 26
Amateur Paint Night, online pre-registration required; all levels of painters are invited; we’ll… LeClaire Community Library, 5:30pm Thu Aug 28
Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest, for grades K-6; this week we will discuss "Wings of… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 3:30pm Thu Aug 28
Teen Leadership Committee, Teen Leadership Committee (TLC) is a group of enthusiastic teenagers… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Aug 30
Uplifting Caregivers Association Summer Bash Fundraiser, outdoor event featuring kids’ games, bounce houses, food trucks, a… LeClaire Park, 11am Sat Aug 30