VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Free Senior Day, all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am Thu Jun 4
The Dark Market, shop under 20 plus different tents, exploring wares from the… Wake Brewing Company, noon Sat Jun 6
Highlights Tour, taking a tour of the galleries with one of our… Figge Art Museum, 2pm Sun Jun 7 thru Sun Jun 21
Coloring Café, enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have… East Moline Public Library, 4pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 23
Amity Point’s Young Makers Market, featuring handmade crafts, handmade jewelry, treats and trinkets, and more… Amity Point, 1pm Sat Jun 13
Women in Art Tour, taking a tour of the galleries with one of our… Figge Art Museum, 2pm Sun Jun 14
Opening Reception: Urban & Williams, held in conjunction with the exhibit of bike photography by… Quad City Arts Center, 6pm Fri Jun 26
Community Bike Ride & Art Tour, join Gallery Director Dawn Wohlford-Metallo on an easy 9-mile ride… Quad City Arts Center, 9:30am Sat Jun 27
Landscape Tour, taking a tour of the galleries with one of our… Figge Art Museum, 2pm Sun Jun 28
July
Big Picture in the House, on Wednesdays; the drop-in summer program features make-and-take art activities… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Wed Jul 1
What Is Color? 50 Questions and Answers on the Science of Color, expand your understanding and appreciation of art by joining other… Figge Art Museum, 12:30pm Wed Jul 1
Free Senior Day, all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am Thu Jul 2
Red, White & Boom! Fireworks Watch Party, join us for one of the Figge Art Museum’s most… Figge Art Museum, 7pm Fri Jul 3
Outlying Areas
June
Reception for Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats, this exhibition places Peter’s box assemblages in conversation with those… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 5pm Thu Jun 4
Opening Reception and Artists Talk: Quiet Intersections, held in conjunction with the multi‑faceted experience that reveals how… Voices Studios, 5:30pm Fri Jun 5
2026 Iowa Arts Festival, thru June 7; festival-goers can explore over 100 artist booths,… Downtown Iowa City, Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jun 7
Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours, Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour… Grant Wood Studio, noon Sat Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 28
July
Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours, Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour… Grant Wood Studio, noon Sat Jul 4 thru Sun Jul 5
VISUAL ARTS Exhibits & Shows
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Huang, Jackson, & Terry, thru June 19; exhibit of fine art photography by Qingjun Huang,… Quad City Arts Center, thru Fri Jun 19
A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection, thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes,… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Jun 21
Felix Gonzalez-Torres: “Untitled” (L.A.), thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Jun 21
Freedom: The Story of US, thru June 26; drawing on materials from the Gilder Lehman… Moline Public Library, thru Fri Jun 26
Butcher, Hymes, & Murtha, thru June 29; exhibit of mixed media by Aaron Butcher… Quad City International Airport Gallery, thru Mon Jun 29
Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space, thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate… Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College, thru Sun Jul 5
Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art, thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Jul 5
Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight, thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Jul 5
Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman, thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Jul 5
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 Jul 5
Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America, thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of… Figge Art Museum, Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jul 5
Corn Zone, thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of… Figge Art Museum, Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jul 5
A Golden Age for Whom?, thru Sept. 20; the exhibit; will bring together contemporary artists… Figge Art Museum, Sat Jun 6 thru Sun Jul 5
Urban & Williams, thru Aug. 7; exhibit of bike photography by Ken Urban… Quad City Arts Center, Fri Jun 26 thru Sun Jul 5
Outlying Areas
2026 DART Senior Thesis Show, thru Aug. 30; exhibit designed honor and celebrate the creativity of… Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque, thru Sun Jul 5
Art in Roman Life, thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels,… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Jul 5
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 Jul 5
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 Jul 5
Marvin Cone: An American Vision, thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Jul 5
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker, thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Jul 5
Muscatine & the Civil War, thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Jul 5
Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats, thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter’s box assemblages in… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Sun Jul 5
Quiet Intersections, thru July 31;  a multi‑faceted experience that reveals how individual artistic… Voices Studios, Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jul 5
Classes
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
June Open Clay Studio - Thursdays, with instructor Laura Warner; hand-building, glazing, and wheel-throwing; registering for… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Thu Jun 4
The Art of Paper, with instructor Rowen Schussheim-Anderson; create 2D and 3D forms in… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Jun 4
DIY Fairy Gardens, create a succulent fairy garden so that your local fairies… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Sat Jun 6
Drawing Line & Value: Basics & Beyond for Ages 7-11, thru June 10, with instructor Pat Bereskin; students will explore… Figge Art Museum, 1:30pm Mon Jun 8
Kaleidoscope: Art Explorers for Ages 5-8, thru June 12, with instructor Leana Carter; we will blow-paint… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 8
Kaleidoscope: Camp Create - An Art Adventure for Ages 5-8, thru June 12, with instructor Leana Carter; your little camper… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 8
Kaleidoscope: Comic Book Creators for Ages 8-10, thru June 12, with instructor Laura Carter; learn the step-by-step… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 8
Kaleidoscope: Eco-Art Explorers for Ages 8-10, thru June 12, with instructor Laura Carter; turn everyday “trash”… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 8
Plein Air Sketching & Painting - Acrylic, thru June 10, with instructor Pat Bereskin; three days to… Figge Art Museum, 9am Mon Jun 8
Portrait Drawing, thru June 11, with instructor Annie Peters; learn the fundamentals… Figge Art Museum, 1:30pm Mon Jun 8
Silk Painting, with instructor Gail Montgomery; students will use the silk painting… Figge Art Museum, 4pm Mon Jun 8
DIY: Forever Succulent, these beauties are made with glass beads and no watering… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 6pm Tue Jun 9
Exploring Beads, June 9 & 16; with instructor Rowen Schussheim-Anderson; explore beadwork… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Tue Jun 9
Adult DIY: Seed Art, adults are invited to use their imagination to make art… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Jun 10
Crafts for Adults: Hanging Star Ornament, celebrate America’s 250th with a patriotic star ornament; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Jun 10
Make a Garden Diorama, craft supplies, written instructions, and samples will be in the… Moline Public Library, 5pm Wed Jun 10
Seed Painting at the Hampton Heritage Center, join us in creating beautiful artwork with seeds; this is… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 10
DIY Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones, join us for some outdoor fun and create your very… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 3pm Thu Jun 11
Plants and Presence, meant for ages 17-29, we will explore sketching plants with… East Moline Public Library, 5pm Thu Jun 11
Forever Succulents, stop by to create a “forever succulent” with beads;… East Moline Public Library, 11am Sat Jun 13
Intro to Design, with instructor Rowen Schussheim-Anderson; learn about the elements of design… Figge Art Museum, 9am Sat Jun 13
Sew Much Fun, learn the terminology, how to pick fabrics, read patterns, and… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Sat Jun 13
Tunnel Books, learn the art of Victorian paper engineering; free; for information,… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Jun 13
Adult Knitting Circle, whether you are in the middle of a project or… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Mon Jun 15
Adults Arts & Crafts: Squeegee Art, by using tools like Squeegees or foam brushes, we’re going… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Mon Jun 15
Figure Drawing with Annie Peters, thru June 18, with instructor Annie Peters; this class will… Figge Art Museum, 1:30pm Mon Jun 15
Kaleidoscope: Abstract Adventures - Shapes, Splatters, and Colors for Ages 5-8, thru June 19, with instructor Leana Carter; inspired by famous… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 15
Kaleidoscope: Cardboard Rockers for Ages 9-12, thru June 19, with instructor Seth Chappell; become your own… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 15
Kaleidoscope: Magical Worlds & Fantasy Creatures for Ages 8-10, thru June 19, with instructor Laura Carter; we will draw,… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 15
Kaleidoscope: Mosaic Masters for Ages 8-10, thru June 19, with instructor Laura Carter; from video game-inspired… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 15
Kaleidoscope: Percussive Art for Ages 9-12, thru June 19, with instructor Seth Chappell; learn about percussion… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 15
Kaleidoscope: Storybook Studio - Bringing Tales to Life for Ages 5-8, thru June 19, with instructor Leana Carter; in this imaginative… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 15
Adult DIY: Upcycled Necktie Glasses Case, we will be making a glasses case by upcycling a… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 5:30pm Tue Jun 16
Book Vases, make the perfect centerpiece: Book Vases; choose from a variety… LeClaire Community Library, 5:30pm Tue Jun 16
Sip n Paint @ Southwest Branch, we will have painting stations set up for you to… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 5pm Tue Jun 16
Paint Nite, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6:30pm Wed Jun 17
Canva Basics Class, get started with Canva in this beginner-friendly class; learn how… East Moline Public Library, noon Sat Jun 20
The Art of Letting Go: Summer Solstice, with instructor Becky Nakashima Brooke; celebrate the Summer Solstice with… Figge Art Museum, 4pm Sat Jun 20
Kaleidoscope: Art History Detectives for Ages 8-10, thru June 26, with instructor Laura Carter; we’ll explore famous… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 22
Kaleidoscope: Kinetic Art - Art that Moves for Ages 8-10, thru June 26, with instructor Laura Carter; blend art and… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 22
Kaleidoscope: Planetary Textures for Ages 9-12, thru June 26, with instructor Seth Chappell; we will use… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 22
Kaleidoscope: Pop-tastic Art for Ages 5-8, thru June 26, with instructor Leana Carter; young artists will… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 22
Kaleidoscope: Summer Snowfall for Ages 9-12, thru June 26, with instructor Seth Chappell; create three-dimensional artistic… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 22
Kaleidoscope: Wild Animal Artists for Ages 5-8, thru June 26, with instructor Leana Carter; kids will explore… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 22
Storybook Camp for Ages 9-12, thru June 25; with instructor Annie Peters; we will explore… Figge Art Museum, 1:30pm Mon Jun 22
Sublimation Station: Coasters, on Mondays; with sublimation, you can put photorealistic images onto… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 5:30pm Mon Jun 22 thru Mon Jun 29
String Art: Watermelon, join us for string art; no experience is necessary to… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Tue Jun 23
Intuitive Painting with Atticus, with instructor Atticus Norman; students will be encouraged to get… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Wed Jun 24
Tunnel Books, create your own scene through collage and a style of… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Wed Jun 24
Adult DIY: Bug Spray, bug repellent can be made with all-natural ingredients; we will… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jun 25
DIY Craft: Butterfly Diamond Art, make a diamond art butterfly; all supplies will be provided;… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 5:30pm Mon Jun 29
Kaleidoscope: Days of Yore for Ages 9-12, thru July 3, with instructor Seth Chappell; join the Knights… Figge Art Museum, 11am Mon Jun 29
Kaleidoscope: Folks from the Forest for Ages 9-12, thru July 3, with instructor Seth Chappell; we will create… Figge Art Museum, 9:30am Mon Jun 29
Wheel Bootcamp for Kids, thru July 2, with instructor Laura Warner; ages 9-12 will… Figge Art Museum, 10am Mon Jun 29
Wheel Bootcamp for Teens, thru July 2, with instructor Laura Warner; ages 13-18 will… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Mon Jun 29
Adult DIY: Wind Spinners, join us for this fun craft; ceate a wind spinner… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Tue Jun 30
Flower Pens, give your writing some flair with Flower Pens; make up… LeClaire Community Library, 5:30pm Tue Jun 30
Paper Lantern DIY Craft, make a paper lantern using pressed flowers and papier-mâché; please… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Tue Jun 30
Seed Art, join us to make art out of seeds; all supplies… East Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 30
July
July Open Clay Studio - Wednesdays, with instructor Pamela Crouch; hand-building and glazing only, and wheel-throwing;… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Wed Jul 1
July Open Clay Studio - Thursdays, with instructor Laura Warner; hand-building, glazing, and wheel-throwing; registering for… Figge Art Museum, 1pm Thu Jul 2
Quilled Jewelry, Thursdays thru July 23; with instructor Ranjani Gopikrishna; turn colorful… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Thu Jul 2
Outlying Areas
June
Next Steps in Lampworking: Hollow Beads, with instructor Karen Kubby; hollow beads are a challenge, as… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Jun 6
Winged Earring through Kirkwood, with instructor Emma Folsom; use a combination of peyote stitch… Beadology Iowa, 1pm Thu Jun 11
Pride Month Make and Take: Rainbow Chain Maille Bracelet, drop in to make this Pride bracelet; using a simple… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Jun 13
Wire Wrapped Locket, with instructor Cheryl Weatherford; take your wire weaving to the… Beadology Iowa, noon Sun Jun 14
Friday Night Out: Roaring Twenties Weave Bracelet, with instructor Karen Kubby; discover an easy to learn netting… Beadology Iowa, 5:30pm Fri Jun 19
Portal Beaded Bracelet, with instructor Karen Kubby; create a “portal” component beaded bracelet… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Jun 20
Twisted Wire Jewelry, with instructor Maggie Joynt; twist 10-gauge wire into a thick… Beadology Iowa, noon Sun Jun 21
Netted Bead Bracelet through Kirkwood, with instructor Karen Kubby; master this quick and easy netting… Beadology Iowa, 5:30pm Mon Jun 22
Rooted In Place: Full-Day Botanical Printmaking Retreat, $65; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, Sat Jun 27
Ruffles Galore Beaded Bracelet, with instructor Karen Kubby; learn to use two-hole CzechMate tile… Beadology Iowa, 10am Sat Jun 27
Intro to Solid Borosilicate Glass, with instructor Stefan Dodds; learn how to manipulate solid borosilicate… Beadology Iowa, 1pm Sun Jun 28
Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Call for Entries: 44th Rock Island Art Guild Fine Arts Exhibition, thru June 21; seeking works by artists living within 200… Figge Art Museum, thru Sun Jun 21
Call for Entries: Garden Diorama Contest, thru June 28; Plant a Seed at your library by… Moline Public Library, thru Sun Jun 28
MUSIC
MUSIC Concerts
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Far Out 283, event in the Free Summer Concert Series; with solo/duet performances… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Jun 4
Public Figure - Party Cove - Company Dimes - Camp Regret (6pm), concert with the high-energy pop-rock band with punk influences, featuring sets… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Jun 4
The Tailfins (6:30pm), event in the Bettendorf Public Library’s Summer Concert Series; bring… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Jun 4
DMT: Dave Matthews Tribute Band, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Jun 5
Live at Five: Summer Kickoff Block Party w/ Diplomats of Solid Sound & Funktastic 5 (5pm) - Silent Disco (8pm), featuring special kids’ activities and two amazing bands, followed by… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Jun 5
Willi Carlisle - Olivia Ellen Lloyd, concert with the artist whose music pulls from traditional American… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Jun 5
Fool House: The Ultimate ’90s Party, held outside on 3rd St. between Daq Fac & Killkenny’s;… Daiquiri Factory - Davenport, 7pm Sat Jun 6
Hieroglyphic Being - Samuel P., Jamal Moss has been making music in Chicago under the… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Jun 6
Rescue Rocks 2026: Rude Punch (2:30pm) - For Those About to Yacht (5:15pm) - 10 of Soul (8pm), the Quad Cities’ second-annual pet-rescue music festival; proceeds from this year’s… The Tangled Wood, 2:30pm Sat Jun 6
TsuShiMaMiRe - We Are the Asteroid (7pm) - Late Night with Maggie (10pm), concert with the Japanese all-female rock trio, featuring a set… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Jun 6
Execution Day - A Sense of Purpose - Wyvern - Soul Devour - Twist the Blade, Dynamic Talent International presents the rockers on their "The Misery… The Redstone Room, 8pm Sun Jun 7
Not Petty: Tom Petty Tribute (5pm), concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series… Bally’s Quad Cities, 5pm Sun Jun 7
The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm), the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 2pm Sun Jun 7
Season to Risk (6pm), concert with the post-punk and alternative rockers; $19.84… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Mon Jun 8
The Night People (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series;… Moline Township Activity Center, 6:30pm Mon Jun 8
Ellis Bullard (6pm), concert with the touring honky-tonk singer/songwriter; $26.45… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Tue Jun 9
Spiral Fracture - Vale End (6pm), concert with the touring heavy-metal act, featuring a set by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Jun 10
Lucky Diaz (6pm), get ready to dance, sing, read, and celebrate with Lucky… Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Jun 11
Music on the Marquee, bring a lawn chair and enjoy an incredible array of… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 7pm Thu Jun 11
Obsidian Reign Pride Drag Takeover (6pm), Pride Month concert with the dynamic Canadian metal band; $13.22… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Jun 11
Smooth Groove, event in the Free Summer Concert Series; with solo/duet performances… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Jun 11
The Blackstones (6:30pm), event in the Bettendorf Public Library’s Summer Concert Series; bring… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Jun 11
Derya Yildirim & Grup Simsek - Idpyramid, the band’s new album embodies their balance of preservation and… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Fri Jun 12
Fair Warning, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Jun 12
Juniper Street, the band performs the top hits of classic to contemporary rock… Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room, 8:30pm Fri Jun 12
Live at 5: Class of ’82, kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Jun 12
Mercado on Fifth Lucha Libre Night: Lucky Diaz (5pm), get ready to dance, sing, read, and celebrate with Lucky… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm Fri Jun 12
90’s Kid (8:30pm) - Pink’d (10:30pm), concert with the high-energy pop-punk party band from Cedar Rapids,… Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room, 8:30pm Sat Jun 13
Arch Allies, a timeless tribute centered around making classic rock sing-alongs with… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Sat Jun 13
Joe Jordan - JD Aguilera (4pm) - The Bones of J.R. Jones (7pm), concerts with the touring honkytonk musician and the Americana, roots,… Raccoon Motel, 4pm Sat Jun 13
Lynn Allen, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Jun 13
Patrick Moore (5pm) - Monica Austin (6pm), event in the Chillin’ in the Courtyard concert series; bring… Skinner Block Courtyard, 5pm Sat Jun 13
QC Rock Academy Metal Fest: Goliathan - Facecarver - Cheeseburger Murder Cult, an evening with the area metal musicians; $15-18; for information,… SkyBridge Courtyard, 7pm Sat Jun 13
The Family Values Tour Tribute Night: Freak on a Leash - Wonkzillaz Zombie Experience - White Pony - Chocolate Starfish & the Hot Dog Flavored Water, an evening of tributes to Korn, Rob Zombie, Deftones,… The Rust Belt, 7pm Sat Jun 13
Hap Hazard (5pm), concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series… Bally’s Quad Cities, 5pm Sun Jun 14
Jack Fister (6pm), concert with the touring country and honkytonk singer/songwriter; $15.88… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Jun 14
Crooked Cactus (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series;… Moline Township Activity Center, 6:30pm Mon Jun 15
Decide Today - Klasskamp - Woodlake (5:30pm), concert with the primary project of Robert Inhuman, featuring sets… Raccoon Motel, 5:30pm Mon Jun 15
Midwife - Amulets, an evening with the touring independent musicians; $10-20; for information,… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Mon Jun 15
Spafford, concert with the touring band known for their astonishing improvisational… SkyBridge Courtyard, 8pm Tue Jun 16
Moneyball - Mazu - Born for Nothing (6pm), concert with the cinematic post-rock instrumental band, featuring sets by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Jun 17
Crooked Cactus (6:30pm), event in the Bettendorf Public Library’s Summer Concert Series; bring… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Jun 18
Fair Warning, event in the Free Summer Concert Series; with solo/duet performances… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Jun 18
Griffin William Sherry (6pm), concert with the touring folk singer/songwriter; $15.88… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Jun 18
Eletric Cars - Tragic Blonde Vacation, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Jun 19
Live at 5: John Resch & Doggin’ Out, kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Jun 19
Scott Wolverton, concert with the Americana singer/songwriter from Seward, Nebraska; $15.88… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Jun 19
Taking Back Sunday - Bayside, concert with the rock band from Amityville, New York, formed… Capitol Theatre, 8pm Fri Jun 19
Dickie - The Tanya English Band, a night of Americana rock and blues; $15-18; for information, call 309-506-4924… RIBCO, 8pm Sat Jun 20
Heads In Motion, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Jun 20
Marisa Anderson - Liv Carrow, Anderson channels the history of the guitar and stretches the… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Jun 20
Thee Marloes (6pm), concert with the Indonesian outfit composed of Natassya Sianturi on… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sat Jun 20
Dinner Time (6pm), concert with the Atlanta-based indie musicians; $13.22… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Sun Jun 21
Full Circle (5pm), concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series… Bally’s Quad Cities, 5pm Sun Jun 21
Tommy Pickett & Friends (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series;… Moline Township Activity Center, 6:30pm Mon Jun 22
Journey, after more than five decades of electrifying performances, chart-topping hits,… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7:30pm Wed Jun 24
Linus - Lulled - Blist Her (6pm), concert with the pop-punk band from Minnesota, featuring sets by… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Jun 24
Charley Crockett - Sierra Hull, concert with the Grammy-nominated country-music singer/songwriter, with special guest Sierra… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 8pm Thu Jun 25
Fair Warning (6:30pm), event in the Bettendorf Public Library’s Summer Concert Series; bring… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Jun 25
Night Moves - Feems (6pm), concert with the indie rock band originating from Minneapolis, featuring… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Jun 25
The Tailfins, event in the Free Summer Concert Series; with solo/duet performances… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 7pm Thu Jun 25
Julie Doiron - Carson McHone, concert with the Canadian singer-songwriter of Acadian heritage, featuring a… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Jun 26
Live at 5: Paxton Sherbeyn & the Solid Gold Boys, kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Jun 26
Naptune’s Core - Uniflora (7pm) - Charli XCX Night (8pm), concert with the alternative indie rockers plus a free tribute… Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Jun 26
The Funk Daddies, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Jun 26
Doppelganger New Album Release - SIFYN - Spectrum - Pit Lord - Dalton Lawrence, the rockers celebrate the release of their new album, with… Rascals Live, 7pm Sat Jun 27
I Got Stoned & I Missed IOt w/ Kyle Waggoner, record store clerk and music lover Kyle pops behind the… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Sat Jun 27
Radkey - Worst Impressions, a night of loud, fast, and unapologetic rock; $15; for information,… RIBCO, 8pm Sat Jun 27
Without U2, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Jun 27
3 on the Tree (5pm), concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series… Bally’s Quad Cities, 5pm Sun Jun 28
The Other Brothers (3:30pm), concert with the 2026 International Blues Challenge semi-finalists presented by… The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​, 3:30pm Sun Jun 28
Warehouse Project (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series;… Moline Township Activity Center, 6:30pm Mon Jun 29
July
12 Gauge Autopsy - Parasite - Integument - Starved (6pm), concert with the Quad Cities’ death-metal rockers and supporting acts;… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Wed Jul 1
Dancing Queen: A Tribute to ABBA (1 & 7:15pm), sing along to this Swedish supergroup and one of the… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Wed Jul 1
Carolina Liar (6pm), concert with the Swedish-American pop rock band; $19.84 & up… Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Jul 2
Dirt Road Rockers (4:30pm) - The Night Wranglers (7:30pm), event in the Free Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs;… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 4:30pm Thu Jul 2
Go Your Own Way: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac, with more than 120 million records sold, don’t miss this… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 7:15pm Thu Jul 2
Panic River Band (6:30pm), event in the Bettendorf Public Library’s Summer Concert Series; bring… Faye’s Field, 6:30pm Thu Jul 2
Funktastic 5, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Fri Jul 3
Live at 5: Rude Punch, kick off your weekend on Fridays all summer long at… SkyBridge Courtyard, 5pm Fri Jul 3
Red, White, and Boom!: Class of ’82 (6pm), playing for the annual Fourth of July celebration… Schwiebert Riverfront Park, 6pm Fri Jul 3
Red, White, and Boom!: Identity Crisis (6pm), playing for the annual Fourth of July celebration… LeClaire Park Bandshell, 6pm Fri Jul 3
Carrie Underwood, the chart-topping, Grammy-winning country and gospel artist performs in the… TPC at Deere Run, 5:45pm Sat Jul 4
The Zone, event in the free Rock the Wood 2026 summer concert… The Tangled Wood, 7pm Sat Jul 4
Fated Fortune (5pm), concert in the Sundays on the Patio live-music series… Bally’s Quad Cities, 5pm Sun Jul 5
Old Dominion, the chart-topping, Grammy-nominated country-pop band performs in the John Deere… TPC at Deere Run, 5:45pm Sun Jul 5
The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm), the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 2pm Sun Jul 5
Outlying Areas
June
Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, in a career spanning over 50 years, dozens of albums,… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Jun 4
Willi Carlisle - Olivia Ellen Lloyd, folk singer Carlisle holds tight the conviction that love is… The James Theater, 7:30pm Thu Jun 4
Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Dearborn (6pm) - Anthony Worden & the Illiterati (7pm) - Ribbon Skirt (8:30pm), this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care,… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6pm Fri Jun 5
Fifth-Annual Bellson Music Fest: Josh Duffee & the Blackhawk Broadcasters (1pm) - Crooked Cactus (3pm) - John Resch & Doggin’ Out (5pm) - Rare Element (7pm), enjoy an all-day celebration honoring legendary jazz drummer Louie Bellson;… RB&W Park, 1pm Sat Jun 6
Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Iowa City Community Band (noon) - The Fabulous Trutones (1:30pm) - Hard Luck & the Troubles (4pm) - Blaine Bailey (6pm) - The Dirty Dozen Brass Band (8pm), this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care,… Iowa City Ped Mall, noon Sat Jun 6
Joel Worford (6pm), outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Jun 6
Them Coulee Boys - Molly Brandt - Simon Cropp, concert with the folk rock band from Eau Claire, Wisconsin,… Codfish Hollow Barn, 7:30pm Sat Jun 6
Iowa Arts Festival Main Stage: Burlington Street Bluegrass Band (noon) - Simon Cropp & His All-Star Band (1:30pm) - Awful Purdies (3pm), this year’s Main Stage lineup, sponsored by Iowa Health Care,… Iowa City Ped Mall, noon Sun Jun 7
Unique Vibrationz - The Lavender Project (6pm), concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are… Wiley Park, 6pm Sun Jun 7
Dave Zollo and Brian Cooper (6:30pm), event in Summer of the Arts’ 2026 Music on the Move… Fairmeadows Park, 6:30pm Wed Jun 10
Dandelion Stompers - River Glen (5:30pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for… Glovik Community Park, 5:30pm Thu Jun 11
Big Begonias and The Feralings (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Jun 12
DeVotchKa: Tribute to the Music of Little Miss Sunshine, concert with the multi-instrumental and vocal ensemble formed in Denver in… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Fri Jun 12
Jack Lion (6pm), outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Jun 13
The Recliners, concert in the Rhythms at Riverfront Crossings series; free; for… Riverfront Crossings Park, 7pm Sat Jun 13
Chloe Kimes - Weary Ramblers (6pm), concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are… Wiley Park, 6pm Sun Jun 14
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, the present Glenn Miller Orchestra has been touring since its… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 7pm Mon Jun 15
The Soft & Low (6:30pm), event in Summer of the Arts’ 2026 Music on the Move… S.T. Morrison Park, 6:30pm Wed Jun 17
The Wallflowers - Early James, the Wallflowers will mark the 30th anniversary of their landmark… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Jun 18
DJ Animosity and CJ Parker Band (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Jun 19
Knox-Galesburg Symphony: Silver Screen Symphony, under the baton of guest conductor Richard Cangro, the symphony… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Sat Jun 20
Psalm One: Iowa City Pride After-Show Concert, Cristalle Bowen, aka Psalm One, has been consistently recognized as one of independent… Englert Theatre, 10pm Sat Jun 20
Silver Screen Symphony, the Knox-Galesburg Symphony, under the baton of guest conductor Richard… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Sat Jun 20
The Feralings (6pm), outdoor concert in the Northside Saturday Nights series; free… Downtown Iowa City, 6pm Sat Jun 20
The Wichita Linemen: A Tribute to Glen Campbell featuring Carl Acuff Jr., along with a notable group of musicians, Acuff has put… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 7pm Sat Jun 20
Hot 8 Brass Band - Nikki D & the Sisters of Thunder (6pm), concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are… Wiley Park, 6pm Sun Jun 21
Marisa Anderson - Grain Bin Operettas, Anderson channels the history of the guitar and stretches the… The James Theater, 7:30pm Sun Jun 21
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue - DJ Punkadelic, concert with the trombone player from New Orleans whose music… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Sun Jun 21
Dylan Doyle, Doyle has been turning heads with his unique musical interpretations… Ca D’Zan, 7pm Tue Jun 23
Blake Shaw Quartet (6:30pm), event in Summer of the Arts’ 2026 Music on the Move… Willow Creek Park, 6:30pm Wed Jun 24
Old 97’s - The Shackletons, concert with the respective rockers from Texas and Minnesota; $45-50… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Wed Jun 24
Dogs on Skis - Steve Kalmes (5:30pm), event in the Summer Concert Series; free admission, food for… Glovik Community Park, 5:30pm Thu Jun 25
Slim Chance & the Can’t Hardly Playboys (6:30pm), event in the 2026 Friday Night Concert Series; in case… Iowa City Ped Mall, 6:30pm Fri Jun 26
The Gene Simmons Band, concert with the world-renowned rock icon and co-founder of KISS,… Riverside Casino Event Center, 8pm Fri Jun 26
Ruben Moreno’s Zydeco Re-evolution - The Swampland Jewels (6pm), concert in the annual Levitt AMP Galva Music Series; attendees are… Wiley Park, 6pm Sun Jun 28
July
Kevin Burt (6:30pm), event in Summer of the Arts’ 2026 Music on the Move… Mercer Park, 6:30pm Wed Jul 1
The Heavy Heavy - Lunde, concert with the five-piece retro-inspired rock band, making the music… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Wed Jul 1
Eats ‘N’ Beats @ The District Independence Day Celebration: The Solution and Got Your Six, with live music, tasty eats from local food vendors, and a… RB&W Park, Thu Jul 2
An Evening with The Jayhawks, concert with the alternative country and country rock band that emerged from… Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Fri Jul 3
Iowa City Jazz Festival: David Donald Trio (5pm) - Hannah Claire (7pm), … Oaknoll Side Stage, 5pm Fri Jul 3
Iowa City Jazz Festival: Gabriel Espinosa’s Brazilian Project (6pm) - Jonathan Scales Fourchestra (8pm), … Strauss Community Stage, 6pm Fri Jul 3
Iowa City Jazz Festival: Jam Session with the Blake Shaw Quartet (9:30pm), … Wilder, 9:30pm Fri Jul 3
2026 Iowa City Jazz Festival, thru July 5; this beloved summer tradition will once again… Downtown Iowa City, Fri Jul 3 thru Sun Jul 5
Iowa City Jazz Festival: Bear Cat Hot Club (1pm) - Kiefer & Co. (3pm) - Dakota Andersen Quartet (5pm) - Don Gustofson Jazz Ensemble (7pm), … Oaknoll Side Stage, 1pm Sat Jul 4
Iowa City Jazz Festival: Jam Session with the Blake Shaw Quartet (10pm), … Wilder, 10pm Sat Jul 4
Iowa City Jazz Festival: United Jazz Ensemble (11:30am) - North Corridor Jazz (12:15pm) - Mary Louise Knutson (2pm) - The Howard Levy 4 (4pm) - Brass Queens (6pm) - Artemis w/ Renee Rosnes, Ingrid Jensen, Nicole Glover, Noriko Ueda & Allison Miller (8pm), … Strauss Community Stage, 11:30am Sat Jul 4
Iowa City Jazz Festival: Jackson Churchill and Good Question (3pm), … Strauss Community Stage, 3pm Sun Jul 5
Iowa City Jazz Festival: Trio Grismore with Tim Crumly & Mitch Towne (noon) - Saul Lubaroff’s Funk Outfit (1pm) - Ritmo Quinto (2pm), … Oaknoll Side Stage, noon Sun Jul 5
Calls For Entry
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
The Talk of The Town, on Tuesdays, hosted by DJ Powder (Tiana Washington); featuring local… KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM, 6pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
LITERARY ARTS
LITERARY ARTS Readings & Discussions
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
The Charm Offensive, discussion of Alison Cochrun’s book with the Book Lovers discussion… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jun 4
Adult Summer Reading Program, thru July 25; ages 18+ are invited to plant a seed of… Moline Public Library, thru Tue Jun 30
Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge, thru July 31; readers of all ages win prizes for… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, thru Tue Jun 30
QCL Book Club, join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for… KWQC TV6, 3pm Fri Jun 5
Adult Book Club, join us for books, snacks, and conversation; we’re doing a… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm Mon Jun 8
“Unassigned Territory”, discussion of Stephanie Powell Watts’ short story with the Short… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Mon Jun 8
Code Girls, discussion of Liza Mundy’s book with the West End Book… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Jun 9
Stealing, discussion of Margaret Verble’s book with the Get Lit discussion… Adventurous Brewing, 7pm Tue Jun 9
Eulogy for a Faithful Church Book Launch Party, a celebration of Davenport pastor Sara Olson-Smith’s new book; the… Nest Cafe, 6pm Wed Jun 10
Pride Storytelling Night, join us to hear four different community members, all local… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Thu Jun 11
All Iowa Reads: The Quiet Librarian, discussion of Allen Eskens’ book, the 2026 Adult All Iowa… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Tue Jun 16
All the Sinners Bleed, discussion of S.A. Cosby’s book with the Book ’Em Mystery… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Jun 16
Man o’ War, discussion of Cory McCarthy’s book with the Read with Pride Book… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Jun 16
Tom Lake, discussion of Ann Patchett’s book with the Midtown Readers Book… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 6:30pm Tue Jun 16
A Wrinkle in Time, discussion of Madeleine L’Engle’s novel with the Science Fiction Book… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Jun 17
Rip Van Winkle, discussion of Washington Irving’s book with the Contemporary Books Discussion… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Wed Jun 17
Silent Book Club, join us for a full hour of uninterrupted reading with… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 5:30pm Wed Jun 17
The Names, discussion of Florence Knapp’s book with the Novel Naptime Book… Moline Public Library, 9:30am Wed Jun 17
A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping, discussion of Sangu Mandanna’s novel with the Overbooked Book Club;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jun 18
Listen for the Lie, discussion of Amy Tintera’s novel with the Overbooked Book Club;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jun 18
Marvels: The Novelization by Steve Darnall - Author Event, featuring a reading, presentation, and Q+A, afterward, Darnall will be… The Atlas Collective Brews & Books, 6pm Thu Jun 18
Call Me by Your Name, discussion of Andre Aciman’s book with the All Voices Book… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm Sat Jun 20
Silent Book Club, a full hour of uninterrupted reading with fellow book lovers; … Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 5:30pm Sun Jun 21
Cookbook Club: Appetizers, a new book club for cooking and trying new foods;… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm Mon Jun 22
Crank, discussion of Ellen Hopkins’ book with the Freedom to Read… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Tue Jun 23
The Outermost House: A Year of Life on the Great Beach of Cape Cod, discussion of Henry Beston’s book with the Environmental Book Club;… River Action, 7pm Tue Jun 23
Raw Dog, discussion of Jamie Loftus book with the Brown Bag Book… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Wed Jun 24
Rooting Out Poverty Book Club, join us as we welcome three Head Start and Project… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed Jun 24
The Great River, discussion of Boyce Upholt’s book with the RIFAC Book Club;… Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center, 10am Fri Jun 26
July
Everything We Never Had, discussion of Randy Ribay’s book with the See YA Book… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Jul 1
Adult Summer Reading Program, thru July 25; ages 18+ are invited to plant a seed of… Moline Public Library, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge, thru July 31; readers of all ages win prizes for… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
QCL Book Club, join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for… KWQC TV6, 3pm Thu Jul 2
While We Were Dating, discussion of Jasmine Guillory’s romance with the Book Lovers club;… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jul 2
Outlying Areas
June
Retracting the Dragoon Trail in Iowa, join historian Kevin Mason for an immersive journey into his… Pearl Button Museum, 6:30pm Tue Jun 23
LITERARY Workshops & Classes
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Write Now! Writer’s Group, adult writers of all genres are invited to a monthly… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Jun 8
THEATRE
THEATRE Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
The Tales of Custard the Dragon, a musical journey in which a most unlikely hero finds… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, thru Sat Jun 20
Fiddler on the Roof, musical classic about a small town in Russia, a dairy… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, Fri Jun 5 thru Sat Jun 27
Love’s Labour’s Lost, Genesius Guild presents Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy; Sat. & Sun.… Lincoln Park, 7pm Sat Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 14
1776, Tony-winning musical that follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 21
The Stinky Cheese Man & Other Stupid Fairy Tales, John Glore’s adaptation of the 1992 children’s book by Jon Scieszka… Playcrafters Barn Theatre, Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 21
West Side Story, Leonard Bernstein’s and Stephen Sondheim’s musical classic adapted from "Romeo… The Spotlight Theatre, Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 21
The Shark Is Broken, the Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon comedy about the making of… The Black Box Theatre, Fri Jun 12 thru Sat Jun 27
When a Woman’s Fed Up, this compelling stage play by the late David T. Payton and… Adler Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Jun 13
The Tales of Custard the Dragon: Dinner & Show Performance, a musical journey in which a most unlikely hero finds… Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 5:45pm Thu Jun 18
Antigone, Genesius Guild presents Shakespeare’s classic Greek tragedy performed largely in… Lincoln Park, 7pm Sat Jun 20 thru Sun Jun 28
Funky Soul, a powerful stage play inspired by the soul of Marvin… Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University, Fri Jun 26 thru Sun Jun 28
Guys & Dolls, Countryside Community Theatre presents Frank Loesser’s Tony-winning musical-comedy classic; Thu.-Sat.… North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, Fri Jul 3 thru Sun Jul 5
Outlying Areas
Godspell, Stephen Schwartz’s beloved musical that bring Jesus’ messages of kindness, tolerance,… Timber Lake Playhouse, thru Sun Jun 7
The Rainmaker, N. Richard Nash’s dramatic comedy about a charming con man… Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, thru Sun Jun 14
Guys & Dolls, Frank Loesser’s Tony-winning musical-comedy classic; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed.… Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Thu Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 21
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, William Shakespeare’s bucolic romantic-comedy classic, directed by Adam Knight; Thu.-Sun.… Riverside Theatre Festival Stage, 7:30pm Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 28
Les Miserables, Tony-winning epic musical of French revolution, based on the Victor… Timber Lake Playhouse, Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 28
The Music Man Jr., the Young Footliters present the one-act version of Meredith Willson’s… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, Fri Jun 26 thru Sun Jun 28
Late Nite Catechism, during the interactive comedy, the irrepressible Sister teaches class to… John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Jun 28
Seussical, Tony-nominated musical comedy adaptation from Dr. Seuss’ children’s books; Thu.-Sat.… Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Thu Jul 2 thru Sun Jul 5
Cabaret, Kander & Ebb’s legendary musical set in the nightclub scene… Timber Lake Playhouse, Fri Jul 3 thru Sun Jul 5
Auditions & Calls For Entry
Outlying Areas
June
Auditions: The Wizard of Oz – Youth Edition, at 10am & 1pm; seeking student actors from ages 8… Ohnward Fine Arts Center, Thu Jun 18
DANCE
DANCE Performances
Outlying Areas
June
The Wedding in Seville, Dancers’ Studio end of the school year performance presents The Wedding in… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Sat Jun 13
Classes, & Ongoing Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, thru Tue Jun 30
Ecdysiast Dance Party, on Fridays; grab a drink and join our go-go dancers… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 7pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Ecdysiast Bump & Grind Class, on Sundays; a weekly class on the art of burlesque… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 11am Sun Jun 7 thru Sun Jun 28
Line Dance Friday, the evening begins with optional boxed dinners and dance instruction… Skinner Block Courtyard, 6pm Fri Jun 19
July
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Ecdysiast Dance Party, on Fridays; grab a drink and join our go-go dancers… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 7pm Fri Jul 3
Ecdysiast Bump & Grind Class, on Sundays; a weekly class on the art of burlesque… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 11am Sun Jul 5
COMEDY
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
ComedySportz Quad Cities, on Fridays and Saturdays;  the Quad Cities’ fast-paced, all-ages improvisational… The Spotlight Theatre, 7pm Fri Jun 5 thru Sat Jun 27
GiT Improv, improvisational and sketch comedy with the multi-award-winning Quad Cities institution;… The Black Box Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Jun 6
Front Street Taproom Comedy Open Mic, this mic is perfect for newcomers, vets, and folks who… Front Street Brewery Tap Room, 6:30pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 23
Comedy Night at the Front Street Taproom, with comedians Shayne Neubert, Michelle Plante, Joe Degand, and hheadliner… Front Street Brewery Tap Room, 7:30pm Sat Jun 13
Nightcaps Shots-a-Mania, after 20 Improvmania shows and over fifteen years worth of… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Jun 13
Laugh Hard Stand-Up Comedy Show, open mic stand-up comedy show featuring many hilarious comedians from… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Jun 19
Matt Mathews, an evening with the Alabama-bred comedian on his "Boujee on… Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 9pm Sat Jun 20
The Nightcaps Improv Comedy Signature Show, no big gimmick, just good improv; $10-12; for tickets and… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Jun 27
July
ComedySportz Quad Cities, on Fridays and Saturdays;  the Quad Cities’ fast-paced, all-ages improvisational… The Spotlight Theatre, 7pm Fri Jul 3 thru Sat Jul 4
Outlying Areas
June
Jeff Foxworthy, best known for his signature "You Might Be A Redneck… Riverside Casino Event Center, 8pm Sat Jun 13
Jim Norton, an evening with the stand-up comedian, radio host, actor, and… Englert Theatre, 7:30pm Thu Jun 25
MUSEUMS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Estate Planning Seminar at the Quad Cities Community Foundation, held at 852 Middle Road / Suite 100 Bettendorf, Iowa 52722;… German American Heritage Center, noon Thu Jun 4
Kaleidoscope Odyssey, thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created… Putnam Museum & Science Center, thru Tue Jun 30
Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities’ Musical Legacy, thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm,… German American Heritage Center, thru Tue Jun 30
Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States, thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants… German American Heritage Center, thru Tue Jun 30
Summer Architectural Walking Tours, learn about where German immigrants worked, lived, and created a community; the walking tour will… German American Heritage Center, 10am Sat Jun 13 thru Sat Jun 27
Kaffee und Kuchen: Germans in the Military from von Steuben to WWII, George Eaton will discuss Germans who served in the US… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Jun 14
Kaffee und Kuchen: Hamburg-on-Mississippi: Davenport, the Musical Mecca of the West, by the early 20th century, though its population was only… German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Jun 28
July
Davenport Civil Rights Movement, thru July 31; explore the powerful stories, struggles, and triumphs… German American Heritage Center, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Kaleidoscope Odyssey, thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created… Putnam Museum & Science Center, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities’ Musical Legacy, thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm,… German American Heritage Center, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States, thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants… German American Heritage Center, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
MOVIES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Rent, screening of the musical adaptation in the Free Film at… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Jun 4
Waking Life, screening of the Richard Linklater animation in the Filmosofia series;… Rozz-Tox, 7pm Thu Jun 4
Hamilton Sing-Along, for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, come… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Jun 6
Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch, toddlers can use all of their senses with hands on… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 11am Wed Jun 10
Pride, co-hosted by the Iowa Industrial Workers of the World General… Rozz-Tox, 8pm Wed Jun 10
Dallas Buyers Club, screening of the Oscar-winning drama in the Free Film at… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Jun 11
The Long, Long Trailer, a screening of the Lucille Ball and Desi Arnazmovie in… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 1pm Thu Jun 11
Bubba Ho-Tep, screening of the Bruce Campbell/Ossie Davis cult classic… The Last Picture House, 7:15pm Sat Jun 13
Bubba Ho-Tep w/ Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl, Joe Bob will introduce the Bruce Campbell cult classic playing… The Last Picture House, 5pm Sat Jun 13
Bubba Ho-Tep: Rooftop Screening, screening of the Bruce Campbell/Ossie Davis cult classic… The Last Picture House, 8:15pm Sat Jun 13
Downtown Movie Club, this month’s selection is based on Frieda McFadden’s smash hit… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 1pm Thu Jun 18
Paris Is Burning, screening of the landmark documentary in the Free Film at… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Jun 18
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, step into the past with our Silent Summer Cinema series;… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Mon Jun 22
Recent Releases, enjoy PG or PG-13 movies fresh from the theater with… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Wed Jun 24
Rock Island Knows Tractors Part 2: Rock Island’s Heider Tractor, today’s videos will give a good look at what Rock… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Jun 24
Angels in America, screening of part one of Mike Nichols’ Emmy-winning stage adaptation… Figge Art Museum, 6pm Thu Jun 25
Knit-Flix, we will show a documentary while we work on individual… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Jun 27
Outlying Areas
June
Everything Fun You Could Possibly Do In Aledo, Illinois, screening of the independent film; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jun 7
PIEOWA: A Piece of America, screening of the independent film; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jun 7
Bride Hard, screening of the 2025 Rebel Wilson comedy; $5; for information,… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Sat Jun 6
Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory: 55th Anniversary, screening of the Gene Wilder family comedy; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Thu Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 14
The Super Mario Galazy Movie, screening of the animated smash; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Thu Jun 18 thru Sat Jun 20
The Birdcage, screening in Summer of the Arts’ Drive-in Movies at the… Iowa City Municipal Airport, 9:30pm Sat Jun 20
Ocean’s 11: 25th Anniversary, screening of the hit heist comedy; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Sun Jun 21
Michael, screening of the Michael Jackson bio-musical smash; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Thu Jun 25 thru Sun Jun 28
July
Young Washington, screening of the historical drama; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, Thu Jul 2 thru Sun Jul 5
Citizen Kane, screening of Orson Welles’ 1941 classic; for information, call 309-628-0156… Aledo Opera House, 3pm Sun Jul 5
Unspecified
June
2026 Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of the Quad Cities, thru June 7; the annual festival brings together filmmakers, artists,… thru Sun Jun 7
SPORTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. South Bend Cubs, minor-league baseball game; Tue.-Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 1pm; $4-19.50;… Modern Woodmen Park, thru Sun Jun 7
Quad City Rollers vs. Wisconsin United Roller Derby, fans of all ages are invited to experience the thrill… QCCA Expo Center, 6pm Sat Jun 6
Quad City Steamwheelers vs. Green Bay Blizzard, professional arena football game; $15-45; for tickets, call 800-745-3000… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 7pm Sat Jun 6
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers, minor-league baseball game; Tue.-Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 1pm; $4-19.50;… Modern Woodmen Park, Tue Jun 16 thru Sun Jun 21
Quad City Steamwheelers vs. Orlando Pirates, professional arena football game; $15-45; for tickets, call 800-745-3000… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, 3pm Sun Jun 28
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels, minor-league baseball game; Tue.-Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 1pm; $4-19.50;… Modern Woodmen Park, 6:30pm Tue Jun 30
July
2026 John Deere Classic, thru July 5; the 55th year of the area’s professional golf tournament… TPC at Deere Run, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels, minor-league baseball game; Tue.-Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 1pm; $4-19.50;… Modern Woodmen Park, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
EVENTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Game Night, on Thursdays; try our daily cocktail or mocktail and enjoy… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 7pm thru Thu Jun 25
Study Hall: Teachers Night, on Thursdays; for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 3pm thru Thu Jun 25
First Friday Devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, with Adoration and confession at 4 pm, followed by 5:30… Holy Family Catholic Church, 4pm Fri Jun 5
Survey Says, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 8pm Fri Jun 5
Viva La Divas, the premier drag show in the area showcasing the best… The Circa ’21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Jun 5
2026 Quad Cities Pride Festival, June 5 & 6; celebrate two days of love, community,… Schwiebert Riverfront Park, Fri Jun 5 thru Sat Jun 6
Euchre Club, on Fridays; if you don’t know how to play, someone… East Moline Public Library, 2:30pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Food Truck Fridays, weekly offerings will vary; guests are welcome to bring their… Downtown LeClaire, 5pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Adoration at 7am and Holy Mass at 8am, with free… Holy Family Catholic Church, 7am Sat Jun 6
Game Night, on Mondays until closing time; for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Great River Brewery Game Night, on Mondays; for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
SAL Community Services Drop-In, on Mondays; drop-in hours do not require health insurance, and can… East Moline Public Library, noon Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Fundraiser Tuesday: Big Brothers, Big Sisters, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 5pm Tue Jun 9
Plant Bingo, it’s Bingo, but all the prizes are plants; free; for… Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Jun 9
The Talk of The Town, on Tuesdays, hosted by DJ Powder (Tiana Washington); featuring local… KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM, 6pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Donahue Flower Farm Field Day, learn how Cathy Linker Lafrenz manages her you-pick flower beds,… Miss Effie’s Flower Farm, 1pm Wed Jun 10
Fleet Feet Run Meet Up, on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6:30pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Mahjong, on Wednesdays; play some rounds of Mahjong at the library;… East Moline Public Library, noon Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Open Minds Open Mic, on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 7pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Coffee & Conversations, coffee, light refreshments, and optional activities will be provided; this… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 10am Thu Jun 11 thru Thu Jun 25
Old School Bingo, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 8pm Fri Jun 12
Julie Green Ministries: Holy Ghost & Fire, June 12 & 13; join us for a powerful, Holy… Vibrant Arena at the MARK, Fri Jun 12 thru Sat Jun 13
Rhythm City Casino’s 10 Year Anniversary, June 12 & 13; Join our open-to-all Anniversary Weekend Drawing on… Rhythm City Casino Resort, Fri Jun 12 thru Sat Jun 13
Adult Puzzle Tournament, teams of four will compete to see who can complete… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 3pm Sat Jun 13
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers Market, cool off in the shade of our awning, check out… Freight House Farmer’s Market, 8am Sat Jun 13
Tie-Dye Event, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, noon Sat Jun 13
Village Hops, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 2pm Sat Jun 13
Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club, join us for some friendly games of chess; no experience… Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Sat Jun 13 thru Sat Jun 27
Adult Bingo, play bingo at the library and win prizes; free; for… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Mon Jun 15
Fundraiser Tuesday: HAVlife, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 5pm Tue Jun 16
A Taste on the River 2026, enjoy live music, signature dishes from top local chefs, a… The Bend XPO, 6pm Wed Jun 17
Death Cafe, people, often strangers, gather to eat treats, drink coffee, and… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Wed Jun 17
2026 Food for Thought Fundraiser, join the Rock Island Public Library Foundation and other supporters… Hauberg Civic Center Mansion, 6pm Thu Jun 18
Zoo Night, enjoy a longer day at the zoo, with last entrance… Niabi Zoo, 10am Thu Jun 18
General Trivia, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 8pm Fri Jun 19
Miss Juneteenth of the Quad Cities Pageant, the pageant honors youth leadership, Black culture, and excellence… TMBC Lincoln Resource Center, 6pm Fri Jun 19
2026 Quad City Juneteenth Festival, celebration of Black emancipation in America, held on 2nd Street,… Downtown Davenport, 11am Sat Jun 20
Popular Astronomy Club Night Sky Viewing, public observing will be held at the zoo on the… Niabi Zoo, Sat Jun 20
WideSpread Wit Tapping, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 1pm Sat Jun 20
Ride the Island Bicycle Ride, hosted by River Action; participants will ride the beautiful trails… Rock Island Arsenal, 8am Sun Jun 21
Sable: A Juneteenth Cabaret by Harlem Nyte, a celebration of Black femmes in the cabaret arts. Join… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 6pm Sun Jun 21
Fundraiser Tuesday: Resiliency Project, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 5pm Tue Jun 23
Magic Show: David Casas, enjoy an hour of magic sponsored by, Green Family Chevrolet;… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 24
Hunger Games Escape Room, Thu. & Fri. 2:30-7:30pm, Sat. 10:30am-1:30pm; work together to escape… LeClaire Community Library, Thu Jun 25 thru Sat Jun 27
Music Bingo, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 8pm Fri Jun 26
Kill Pop Market, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6pm Sat Jun 27
OWLT and About: Vander Veer Storytime and Genealogy Assistance, Miss Brittany will provide a storytime at 10am near the… Vander Veer Botanical Park, 10am Sat Jun 27
Pride Party at Bass Street Landing 2026, sixth-annual event hosted by The Project; featuring vendor tables, music… Bass Street Landing Plaza, 3pm Sat Jun 27
Eclectic Market, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, noon Sun Jun 28
Fundraiser Tuesday, for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 5pm Tue Jun 30
July
Fleet Feet Run Meet Up, on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 6:30pm Wed Jul 1
Mahjong, on Wednesdays; play some rounds of Mahjong at the library;… East Moline Public Library, noon Wed Jul 1
Open Minds Open Mic, on Wednesdays; bring your music, comedy, burlesque, and good vibes… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 7pm Wed Jul 1
Game Night, on Thursdays; try our daily cocktail or mocktail and enjoy… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, 7pm Thu Jul 2
Study Hall: Teachers Night, on Thursdays; for information, call 309-519-7899… Great River Brewery, 3pm Thu Jul 2
Euchre Club, on Fridays; if you don’t know how to play, someone… East Moline Public Library, 2:30pm Fri Jul 3
First Friday Devotion to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, with Adoration and confession at 4 pm, followed by 5:30… Holy Family Catholic Church, 4pm Fri Jul 3
Food Truck Fridays, weekly offerings will vary; guests are welcome to bring their… Downtown LeClaire, 5pm Fri Jul 3
Bettendorf 4th of July Parade, the procession begins at the intersection of 23rd Street and State… Downtown Bettendorf, 10am Sat Jul 4
City of Bettendorf’s 4th of July, annual celebration featuring a parade in Downtown Bettendorf, a festival… Downtown Bettendorf, Sat Jul 4
First Saturday Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Adoration at 7am and Holy Mass at 8am, with free… Holy Family Catholic Church, 7am Sat Jul 4
Intro to Weighted Silk Veils with Beatrix B. Naughty, join Beatrix for a 60-minute full-body movement class using silk… Ecdysiast Arts Museum, noon Sat Jul 4
Outlying Areas
June
TOMRV Ride, the Tour of the Mississippi River Valley, a popular and… Downtown Iowa City, Sat Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 7
Maquoketa Farmers Market, on Tuesdays; featuring fresh, homemade, handmade baked goods, pork products,… Glovik Community Park, 4pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Salute To America 250, June 13 & 14; two days of celebrating America’s Independence… RB&W Park, Sat Jun 13 thru Sun Jun 14
Irish Language and Culture Weekend, thru June 21; Iowa Irish Language and Culture, LLC, representing a… Coe College, Fri Jun 19 thru Sun Jun 21
Englert Theatre Building Youth Tour, this youth-centered tour hosted by our community engagement coordinator will… Englert Theatre, 11am Wed Jun 24
Unspecified
June
United Township High School Class of 1977 Six/Seven Celebration, June 6 & 7; Brian Mosley, a classmate, will be… Sat Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 7
July
2026 Red, White, & Boom!, at LeClaire Park, Schwiebert Riverfront Park, and Modern Woodmen Park; see… 6pm Fri Jul 3
LECTURES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Trader Broes, train to be a wolf of Wall Street without spending… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Thu Jun 4
Twisted Tales of the Quad Cities, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; with Jeff… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Thu Jun 4
Career and College Counseling, on Thursdays; receive assistance on: career guidance and assessments, college… East Moline Public Library, 3pm thru Thu Jun 25
A Backstage Tour of America’s Best Minor League Ballpark, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Sat Jun 6
Unlocking Notation Codes on Alien Passenger Lists, Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society and the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 1pm Sat Jun 6
I Hate My Lawn, if your lawn is 90 percent weeds with an occasional… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Mon Jun 8
Not Creepy Crawlies, National Missippi River Museum & Aquarium will present a program… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 10:30am Mon Jun 8
Not Creepy Crawlies, National Missippi River Museum & Aquarium will present a program… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 1pm Mon Jun 8
Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland, on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 3pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Raptors Along the River, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; with Dave… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Jun 9 thru Thu Jun 11
DNA Genealogy Workshop with Amber Lowery, get some insight and some tips for how to use… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Wed Jun 10
Preserving Our Past at Fairmount Cemetery, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… Riverbend Commons Dock, Wed Jun 10 thru Sat Jun 13
Juneteenth Presentation, Tracy Singleton, the executive director of Together Making a Better… Silvis Public Library, 3pm Fri Jun 12
Designing the QC: Untold and Unusual Stories Part 1, learn about architects, trends and styles that created our unique… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 6:30pm Mon Jun 15
Tapestry Farms: Growing Food and a Vibrant, Thriving Community, learn about the many ways that this local nonprofit combines… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Mon Jun 15
Computer Basics Class, you will learn how to access and browse/search the internet… East Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 16
How to Protect Your Home and Savings from Nursing Home Costs, free workshop hosted by attorney Alec Modrick with Pearson Bollman Law;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 6pm Tue Jun 16
QCMade: Vanderveer Conservatory, join us for a look at the heart of the… Fejervary Learning Center, 10am Tue Jun 16
Behind the Scenes of a Barge Operation, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; with Walt… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Jun 16 thru Thu Jun 18
Philosophy Pub w/ August Denys, join us for our regular Philosophy Pub, organized by Deke… Rozz-Tox, 6pm Wed Jun 17
What Happens in Bucktown…, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… Riverbend Commons Dock, Wed Jun 17 thru Sat Jun 20
Genealogy Lunch and Learn: DNA, we invite you to join us for our monthly Genealogy… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, noon Thu Jun 18
Iowa Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War: Discovering Quad Cities Civil War History, learn about the history of Camp McClellan, a former Union… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Jun 20
Touch a Tractor, explore different trucks and tractors, including vintage tractors from the… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Jun 20
Works Cited, discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable atmosphere;… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Jun 20
Canning with Confidence, learn the essentials of home canning and gain the confidence… East Moline Public Library, 5:30pm Tue Jun 23
River Science with the National Weather Service, presentation in River Action’s Channel Cat Talks series; with Mary-Beth… Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Tue Jun 23 thru Thu Jun 25
Behind the Scenes at MetroLINK, Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action’s Riverine… Riverbend Commons Dock, Wed Jun 24 thru Sat Jun 27
Tea You Won’t Throw in the Harbor, get the tea on English vs US varieties of the… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Fri Jun 26
July
Trader Broes, train to be a wolf of Wall Street without spending… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Thu Jul 2
Outlying Areas
June
Virtual Event: Hug Me with Words, led by Suki (Susan) Kraemer; research shows that what we… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 1pm Fri Jun 5
The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage by Richard Rohr, led by Dennis Eastin; this is the in-person day retreat… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 10am Sat Jun 6
Deepening Connection with Nature + Forest Therapy, led by Emelia Sautter; accept this invitation to slow down… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Fri Jun 12
Exploring Together the Spirituality of Our Wisdom Years: How God Is Always Present, led by Kathy Berken; by being fully present to the… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9am Wed Jun 17
July
Virtual Event – Open Heart, Open Mind: Contemplative Conversations, on the 1st Thu. of the month thru Nov. 5;… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 6:30pm Thu Jul 2
MEETINGS, ETC
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings;… Scott County Administrative Center, 5pm thru Thu Jun 18
We Do Not Care Club Meeting, this is a club for all women going through perimenopause,… Silvis Public Library, 3pm Fri Jun 5
Overeaters Anonymous, on Saturdays; 12-step program support group for compulsive overeating, anorexia,… Bettendorf Presbyterian Church, 9:30am Sat Jun 6 thru Sat Jun 27
Rock Island City Council Meeting, Public Comment is held at the beginning of City Council… Rock Island City Hall, 5:45pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 22
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 Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 23
Riverdale City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month;… Riverdale City Hall, 7pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 23
Historical Society Meeting, meeting upstairs, all welcome; free; for information, call 309-523-3440… River Valley District Library, 7pm Wed Jun 10
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 Jun 10
Davenport City Council Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Bettendorf Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, held every second Tuesday of each month, except in July;… Bettendorf Public Library, 5pm Thu Jun 11
Moline Public Library Board Meeting, agendas are available prior to the meetings, minutes are available… Moline Public Library, noon Thu Jun 11
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 Jun 15
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 Jun 15
Bettendorf City Council Meeting, recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City’s Cable… Bettendorf City Hall, 7pm Tue Jun 16
Rock Island County Board Regular Meeting, all meetings are open to the public, but may be… Rock Island County Office Building, 5:30pm Tue Jun 16
Rock Island Public Library Monthly Board of Trustees Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 5pm Tue Jun 16
Silvis City Council Meeting, held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month;… Silvis City Hall, 6:30pm Tue Jun 16
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 Jun 16 thru Tue Jun 30
Coal Valley City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Jun 17
Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Jun 17
Compassionate Friends Meeting, whether your family has had a child die (at any… East Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Jun 25
Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library District Board Meeting, free; for information, call 309-732-7323… Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 4pm Thu Jun 25
Movie Matinee: Strange World, Disney’s action-packed animated adventure follows the legendary Clade family, explorers… East Moline Public Library, 11am Sat Jun 27
July
Coal Valley City Hall Meeting, held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month;… Coal Valley Village Hall, 6pm Wed Jul 1
Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third… Davenport City Hall, 5:30pm Wed Jul 1
Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting, activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings;… Scott County Administrative Center, 5pm Thu Jul 2
Overeaters Anonymous, on Saturdays; 12-step program support group for compulsive overeating, anorexia,… Bettendorf Presbyterian Church, 9:30am Sat Jul 4
Outlying Areas
June
Muscatine City Council Meeting, meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each… City Hall of Muscatine, 7pm thru Thu Jun 11
Sherrard City Council Meeting, held on the second Monday of the month; for information,… Sherrard City Hall, 7pm Mon Jun 8
Geneseo City Council Meeting, meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Geneseo City Council Chambers, 6pm Tue Jun 9
Village of Erie Board/City Council Meeting, held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information,… Village of Erie Office, 6pm Tue Jun 9
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 Jun 15
Milan City Council Meeting, held on the first and third Monday of the month;… Milan Municipal Center, 5:30pm Mon Jun 15
July
Muscatine City Council Meeting, meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each… City Hall of Muscatine, 7pm Thu Jul 2
HEALTH
Classes, Lectures & Events
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In, on Fridays; UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is… East Moline Public Library, 2pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Dance FIIT, led by Work the Floor Fitness; a class in the… Skinner Block Courtyard, 6pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 22
Movement Yoga, on Tuesdays; join MaryBeth Wood for a yoga session centered… East Moline Public Library, 9:30am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Chair Yoga, on Wednesdays; enjoy a guided yoga session with Mary Beth;… East Moline Public Library, 9:30am Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Cultivating Mindfulness, with instructor Becky Nakashima Brooke; join us to cultivate mindfulness… Figge Art Museum, 5:30pm Sun Jun 14
Somatic Yoga, led by Sanctuary Studios; a class in the Move It… Skinner Block Courtyard, 6pm Mon Jun 15
Meet with a Care Coordinator, on the 1st & 3rd Wed. of the month; UnityPoint… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 17
July
Chair Yoga, on Wednesdays; enjoy a guided yoga session with Mary Beth;… East Moline Public Library, 9:30am Wed Jul 1
Meet with a Care Coordinator, on the 1st & 3rd Wed. of the month; UnityPoint… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Wed Jul 1
Robert Young Center Care Coordination Drop-In, on Fridays; UnityPoint Health Robert Young Center Care Coordination is… East Moline Public Library, 2pm Fri Jul 3
Outlying Areas
June
Aging Well Starts with Hearing Well, Killean Audiology presents what age-related hearing loss is, treatment options,… Park Vista Retirement Living - Camanche, 2pm Tue Jun 9
SENIORS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Medicaid & Long-Term Care Planning Workshop, learn how to protect assets and plan ahead as you… Moline Public Library, 10am Thu Jun 4
Bags/Cornhole/Boards, on Thursdays; we have bags and boards for you to… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Thu Jul 2
Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; come together weekly for practice and fellowship to… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm thru Thu Jul 2
Card Embroidery, on Thursdays; learn how to create embroidery greeting cards; a… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Thu Jul 2
Free Senior Day, all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as… Figge Art Museum, 10am thru Thu Jul 2
Hand and Foot, on Thursdays; this game is related to Canasta and is… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm thru Thu Jul 2
Line Dancing: Intermediate, on Thursdays; learn all the latest moves in a fun… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am thru Thu Jul 2
Line Dancing: Master Class, on Thursdays; learn all the latest moves in a fun… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:15am thru Thu Jul 2
Monthly Member Breakfast Potluck, on the first Thu. of the month; CASI provides coffee,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8:30am thru Thu Jul 2
Random Acts of Kindness Club, on the first Thu. of the month; meet and work… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm thru Thu Jul 2
Silver Sneakers Classic, Tue. & Thu.; chair exercises can offer a seated routine… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am thru Thu Jul 2
Silver Sneakers Stability, Tue. & Thu.; 15-minute class designed to improve balance and… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9:45am thru Thu Jul 2
Low Impact Exercise, Mon., Wed., & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), thru Fri Jul 3
Milestones AAA Meal Site, Mon.-Fri; open to everyone 60 years and up; annual registration… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am thru Fri Jul 3
Walking CASI’s Main Street, Mon.-Fri.; 11 times around makes a mile; our walking track… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am thru Fri Jul 3
Zumba, Mon. & Fri. 10:15-11:15am, Thu. 8:45-9:45am; aerobic fitness exercise based… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), thru Fri Jul 3
Adult Coloring, on Fridays; come and color with friends; we will supply… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Afternoon Bingo, on Fridays; games played on hard cards for fun games… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Billiards, Mon. & Fri. 8:30am-noon & 2-4pm, Tue.-Thu. 8:30-4pm; for information,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11:30am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Euchre, on Wed. & Fri.; tournaments every week; for information, call… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:45pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; sing along to classic melodies and practice for… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Second Avenue Players Senior Theatre, on Fridays; bring your theatrical side to CASI’s senior theater… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 11am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jul 3
Euchre, on Mondays; learn to play for fun and prepare for… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Shuffleboard, on Mondays; join the fun of this low-impact activity providing… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Silver Linings Bell Choir, on Mondays; the group practices May thru September; the ability… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9:30am Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; make quilt bed rolls for area homeless; no… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Mah Jongg, Mon. 10am, Tue. 1pm; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), Mon Jun 8 thru Tue Jun 30
Tone & Walk, Mon. & Wed.; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8:30am Mon Jun 8 thru Wed Jul 1
Senior Social Hour, socializing and activities for seniors in the LeClaire area; free;… LeClaire Community Library, 10am Tue Jun 9
Canasta, on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Chair Yoga, on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9:30am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Cribbage, on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Crocheting & Knitting, on Tuesdays; help make hats, scarves, and mittens for local… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Line Dancing: Beginner, on Tuesdays, 9-9:30am & 9:30-10am; learn all the latest moves… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Senior Technology Clinic, on Tuesdays; Mike Shinbori invites you to bring in tablets,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), noon Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Silver Sneakers EnerChi, on Tuesdays; move through a slow-flowing sequence as you shift… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Medicaid & Long-Term Care Planning Workshop, learn how to protect assets and plan ahead as you… Quad City Area Realtor Association, 6pm Wed Jun 10
Grief Support Group, on the 2nd & 4th Wed. of the month; this… Family Restaurant, 9:30am Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Beginner Mah Jongg, on Wednesdays; learn this fun game; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jul 1
Bunco, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jul 1
Craft Wednesdays, join fellow crafters for a social time to work on… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), noon Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jul 1
Evening Bingo, on Wednesdays; cash prizes for each game with a progressive… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 5pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jul 1
TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group), on Wednesdays; 10:30am weigh-in, 11am meeting; this weight loss support… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:30am Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jul 1
T’ai Chi Ch’un, on Wednesdays; Chinese martial art practiced for defense training, health benefits,… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10:15am Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jul 1
How to Protect Your Home and Savings from Nursing Home Costs, free workshop hosted by attorney Alec Modrick with Pearson Bollman Law;… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 6pm Tue Jun 16
Meet with a Care Coordinator, on the 1st & 3rd Wed. of the month; UnityPoint… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 17 thru Wed Jul 1
Ballroom Dancing, join USA Dance for n active ballroom dance group that… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 6:30pm Fri Jun 19
Chair Zumba, for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm Mon Jun 22
Drums Alive, fun, choreographed workouts to music using drumsticks, stability balls, and… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), noon Mon Jun 22
Memory Circle, join us for crafts, games, activities, conversation, and more; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, 10:30am Tue Jun 30
CASI Advisory Council, on the 1st Wed. of the month; volunteer leaders and… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Wed Jul 1
CASI Royal Neighbors Chapter, on the first Wed. of the month; members work together… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Wed Jul 1
KIDS’ STUFF
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
2026 Summer Reading Kick-Off Party, join us on City Center Plaza to sign up for… LeClaire Community Library, 5pm Thu Jun 4
Away, discussion of Megen E. Freeman’s book with the Big/Little Book… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jun 4
Dinos at the Library!, encounter a raptor at the library or visit with a… Moline Public Library, 4pm Thu Jun 4
Family Storytime: A-OK Community Net Work Visit the Library, ages 6-11 can listen a couple stories and enjoy a… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Thu Jun 4
Monster Society Presents: Plant Cryptids, designed for ages 8-12; an elite secret group whose goal… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Thu Jun 4
Plant a Seed, Read Summer Kickoff, featuring Summer Reading registration, prizes, and more fun for all… Quad City Botanical Center, 4pm Thu Jun 4
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Jun 4
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Quad City Botanical Center, 4pm Thu Jun 4
Baby Playgroup, on Thursdays; babies and their caregivers are invited for socialization… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10:30am thru Thu Jun 25
Lapsit Storytime, on Thursdays; special storytime for babies who are not yet… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am thru Thu Jun 25
Preschool Storytime, on Wednesdays and Thursdays; for ages 3-5; a celebration of… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am thru Thu Jun 25
Teen Role Playing, on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm thru Thu Jun 25
Children’s Summer Reading Program, thru July 25; get growing this summer at the Moline… Moline Public Library, thru Tue Jun 30
Teen Summer Reading Program, thru July 25; teens and tweens going into grades 6-12,… Moline Public Library, thru Tue Jun 30
Gray Matters Collective Meeting, teens can be a voice for mental health advocacy; we’ll… East Moline Public Library, 3:30pm Fri Jun 5
Storytime & Snacks: Honeybee Tea, at City Center Plaza, explore honey with a Honeybee Tea… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Fri Jun 5
Teen Park + Read: Fejervary Park, join Claire at a different park each month this summer;… Fejervary Park, 10am Fri Jun 5
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm Fri Jun 5
Imagination Station, on Fridays; enjoy stories, crafts, and more; free; for information… East Moline Public Library, 10:30am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Stories @ Main, on Fridays; best for children ages 1 to 5 years;… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 10am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Stories in the Gardens, on Fridays; join us in the Moline Library Gardens for… Moline Public Library, 10am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
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 Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Yoga and Stories in the Park, on Fridays; ; free; for information, call 563-326-7832… Vander Veer Botanical Park, 9am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Jun 26
Craft Buddies: Robots, ages 0-5 join us for Robots story time and a… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Sat Jun 6
Summer Reading Kickoff Party at Empire Park, enjoy games, martial arts demos from Team Phoenix, free books,… East Moline Public Library, noon Sat Jun 6
Teen Leadership Committee, TLC is a group of enthusiastic teenagers collaborating with library… Bettendorf Public Library, Sat Jun 6 thru Sat Jun 20
Child’s Play, on Saturdays; designed for ages 2-6, stories followed by an… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Jun 6 thru Sat Jun 27
Lego Club, on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for… Bettendorf Public Library, 11:30am Sat Jun 6 thru Sat Jun 27
Adventures in Storytime, join us for a fun time of adventures through stories;… East Moline Public Library, Sat Jun 6 thru Mon Jun 29
Dungeon Delvers: Summer Sessions, this program is perfect for anyone in 6th - 8th… Moline Public Library, 5pm Mon Jun 8
Grow Your Own Grass Head, create a fun face with grass seeds for hair; with… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Mon Jun 8
Niabi Zoo Camp: Rockin’ Relations for Ages 6-7 - Session 2 AM, thru June 12; campers will learn to develop their own… Niabi Zoo, 9am Mon Jun 8
Niabi Zoo Camp: Rockin’ Relations for Ages 6-7 - Session 2 PM, thru June 12; campers will learn to develop their own… Niabi Zoo, 1pm Mon Jun 8
Ocean Odyssey Touch Tanks, with the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium; kick off… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Mon Jun 8
Storytime with a Splash!, join us for stories and songs in the summer sun… Moline Public Library, 10am Mon Jun 8
Teen Mindful Monday, join Claire and Nora from Gilda’s Club for a relaxed… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Mon Jun 8
PNG: Teen Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App), teens can learn how to create digital art using iPads… East Moline Public Library, Mon Jun 8 thru Tue Jun 9
Pre-K Prep Storytime, on Mondays; for ages 3-5; designed especially to give children… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
Tales for Tots, on Mondays; an enriching literacy experience designed for children ages… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Mon Jun 8 thru Mon Jun 29
4-H Wild Studio: Art Inspired by Nature – Flower Paintings, we will create paintings of flowers inspired by Georgia O’Keefe;… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Jun 9
All Iowa Reads: The Trouble with Heroes, join Kate Messner, author of this year’s Kids All Iowa… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 1:30pm Tue Jun 9
Paws to Read with QCCAN, boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified… Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Jun 9
Summer Art Club, Tuesdays thru June 30; four weeks of fun math activities… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 3:15pm Tue Jun 9
Summer Art Club, Tuesdays thru June 30; four weeks of summer art instruction… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 2pm Tue Jun 9
Teen Advisory Board, TAB Members volunteer, organize and participate in teen programming, and… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6:30pm Tue Jun 9
Teen Food Fight: Ultimate Pickle Taste Test, pickle vs pickle: you decide which one is the best;… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Tue Jun 9
Teen Plant Bingo, it’s Bingo, but all the prizes are plants; free; for… Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Jun 9
Teen Tuesday: TAB (Teen Advisory Board), join us to chat about all the inner workings of… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 9
The Trouble with Heroes, for ages 8-12; a discussion of Kate Messner’s book with… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2:30pm Tue Jun 9
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Tue Jun 9
Toddler Playgroup, on Tuesdays; best for children ages 1-4 years and their grown-ups;… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10:30am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Walkers & Wigglers Storytime, on Tuesdays; best for children ages 18 months to 4 years;… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30
Audio and Craft, listen to a book, music, or a presenter and craft… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Wed Jun 10
Beatboxing Workshop, learn the basics of Beatboxing with musician Luke “Skippy” Harbur;… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 10
Bedtime Books, a cozy evening storytime; we’ll share gentle bedtime stories perfect… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Jun 10
Blank Park Zoo Visit the McGehee Center, ages 0-5 join us for a fun time petting the… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 10
Skippy the Drum Machine, an educational concert about how music is made with voice,… LeClaire Community Library, 10:30am Wed Jun 10
Spy for a Day @ Watts-Midtown, join us while we learn about and try out Revolutionary… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Wed Jun 10
Storytime in the Park: Empire Park, this week we will be at the Empire Park; if… East Moline Public Library, 10:30am Wed Jun 10
Teen Fandom Club: Manga / Anime Night One Piece, hang out at the library to create most wanted 3D… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Wed Jun 10
Teen Food Fight, participants will try a variety of snacks and vote for… East Moline Public Library, 3pm Wed Jun 10
Summer Craft Series, on Wednesdays; join Miss Christie and make a new summer… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 3pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 4pm Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Toddler Playgroup, on Wednesdays; best for children ages 1-4 years and their… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Walkers & Wigglers Storytime, on Wednesdays; best for children ages 18 months to 4… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Wed Jun 10 thru Wed Jun 24
Bad Art, let your creativity flow and create a messterpiece; no rules… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 3pm Thu Jun 11
D&D Roleplay Club, grab your dice for Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; we’re… LeClaire Community Library, 3pm Thu Jun 11
Dungeon Master 101, strengthen your Dungeon Master’s skills with an informational session; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, 5:30pm Thu Jun 11
Family Storytime: Beach, ages 6-11 can enjoy beach-themed storytime and a craft; supplies… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Thu Jun 11
Tales for Tots, on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Thu Jun 11
Thursday Theater: Elio, enjoy a family-friendly movie on the big screen, with popcorn;… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Jun 11
KPop Demon Hunters Cat Craft, make a wall hanging inspired by Derpy from "KPop Demon… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 4:30pm Fri Jun 12
Pretend Play: Restaurant, ages 0-5 will play pretend restaurant, with sensory activities to… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Fri Jun 12
Book Buddies: Plants, ages 0-5 join us for a plants-themed storytime and activity… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Sat Jun 13
Dog Tales, ages 3 & up join us for a pup-themed storytime;… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2pm Sat Jun 13
Krafty Kids: Father’s Day Craft Picture Frames, ages 6-11 can decorate their own father’s Day picture frame;… Silvis Public Library, 3pm Sat Jun 13
Pokémon Club, an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share,… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Jun 13
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Sat Jun 13
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Robert R. Jones Public Library, 10:30am Sat Jun 13
Eco Kids Camp, thru June 19; ages 5-9 can join us for a weeklong… Quad City Botanical Center, 9am Mon Jun 15
Middle School Anime Club, come to watch anime, do a fun craft and talk… Moline Public Library, 5pm Mon Jun 15
Niabi Zoo Camp: Linking Life for Ages 8-9 - Session 3, thru June 19; campers will learn to develop their own… Niabi Zoo, 9am Mon Jun 15
PNG Drones, grades 5-12 use coding to control a drone to perform… Moline Public Library, 6pm Mon Jun 15
PNG: Teen Digital Art (Sketchbook App), teens can learn how to create digital art using iPads… East Moline Public Library, Mon Jun 15 thru Tue Jun 16
Mobile Mondays, on Mondays; the Moline Public Library Van will be out… Moline Public Library, 11am Mon Jun 15 thru Mon Jun 29
PokéMonday: Pokémon Go at the Park!, on Mondays; meet your youth librarians at the park for… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Mon Jun 15 thru Mon Jun 29
Stories in the Park, on Mondays; join us during the summer in a different… Moline Public Library, 10am Mon Jun 15 thru Mon Jun 29
4-H Wild Studio: Art Inspired by Nature – Ephemeral Art & Nature Sculptures, we will be using natural items to create temporary art… Moline Public Library, 1pm Tue Jun 16
Dissection Event, for ages 8-12; a unique evening of learning about animal… Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 4pm Tue Jun 16
Story Time in the Park, story time and an outdoor activity at Edgewood Park; free;… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Tue Jun 16
Teen Jackbox Games, join us for a free afternoon of Jackbox Games; must… East Moline Public Library, 2pm Tue Jun 16
Teen Tuesday: Pipe cleaners Flowers, pipe cleaners flowers are trending right now, come and make… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 16
PNG Sheep Heart Dissection, grades 5-12 learn about animals through the dissection of a… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Jun 16 thru Mon Jun 22
Sensory Playtime, ages 0-5 can enjoy different sensory stations in the children’s area;… East Moline Public Library, 10:30am Tue Jun 16 thru Tue Jun 30
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 Jun 16 thru Tue Jun 30
Absolute Science: Big-Bang Bubbles, ages 6-11 can enjoy an hour of fun playing with… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 17
Anime Club: Dessert Sushi, learn about sushi and recreate it with candy, rice krispies,… LeClaire Community Library, 3pm Wed Jun 17
Builders Club, build something awesome; we will have LEGOs, magnetic tiles, and… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 17
Button Making @ Watts-Midtown, create your own custom pin button from scratch with the… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Wed Jun 17
Fan Club: Minecraft Edition, show off your Minecraft knowledge with a special fan club;… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Wed Jun 17
Storytime in the Park: Hereford Park, this week we will be at the Hereford Park; if… East Moline Public Library, 10:30am Wed Jun 17
Summer Pokémon Club, a club just for fans of Pokémon to hang out… Moline Public Library, 5pm Wed Jun 17
Teen Rainbow String Art & Movie Night, create beautiful rainbow heart string art and enjoy a movie… East Moline Public Library, 3pm Wed Jun 17
Will Stuck’s M.E.S.S Show, join us an exciting show filled with Music, Stories, and… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Wed Jun 17
Colbrese Family Petting Zoo, pet animals ranging from baby goats to larger animals like… Moline Public Library, 10am Thu Jun 18
Cold-Blooded Redhead: “Meet the Reptiles”, Lindsay Butikofer, better known as the Cold-Blooded Redhead, will share… LeClaire Community Library, 2pm Thu Jun 18
Da Vinci Kids, ages 3-6 with an adult use clay to create balloon… Moline Public Library, 5pm Thu Jun 18
Family Storytime: Therapy Dogs, ages 6-11 can read to the dogs and make a… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Thu Jun 18
MPL Makers Club: Dream Garden Diorama, make some lovely lovey cards for all those you love;… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Thu Jun 18
Mikayla Oz, known for her iconic blue star dress, larger-than-life personality, and… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10:30am Thu Jun 18
Read to a Dog, QC CAN’s Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Thu Jun 18
The Putnam Presents: Who’s for Dinner?, grades 2-8 learn about the owls that call the QC… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Thu Jun 18
Thursday Theater: Zootopia 2, enjoy a family-friendly movie on the big screen, with popcorn;… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Jun 18
Tween Gaming, play on the library laptops or on the Nintendo Switch;… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Thu Jun 18
Alpaca Storytime with the Author, at City center Plaza, local farmer and children’s book author… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Fri Jun 19
Edible Soil Layers, explore the world of STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics)… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Fri Jun 19
Galactic Jedi Training with Team Phoenix Martial Arts, for ages 4 & up; uild up your Jedi skills… Moline Public Library, 1pm Fri Jun 19
Playdough Palooza, all ages are invited to free play with library-provided playdough… Bettendorf Public Library, 10:30am Fri Jun 19
Book Buddies: Play Time, ages 0-5 can join us for a playtime-themed story time;… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Sat Jun 20
Full STEAM Ahead: Seed Bombs, for ages 6-11; let’s protect wild life especially butterflies; come… Silvis Public Library, 3pm Sat Jun 20
Garden Party, wear your sunhats, listen to a story provided by Miss… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Sat Jun 20
Touch-a-Truck, climb, explore, and discover at Touch-a-Truck; get up close with… East Moline Public Library, 10am Sat Jun 20
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… TMBC Lincoln Resource Center, Sat Jun 20
4-H Wild Studio: Art Inspired by Nature – Outdoor Nature Painting, we will paint observations in the gardens, weather permitting; otherwise,… Moline Public Library, 1pm Mon Jun 22
Garfield’s 50th Birthday Bash, you can create your own perler bead or pony bead… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 10am Mon Jun 22
Kidstock Music Camp 1, thru June 27; the camps give young musicians, ages 8-18,… Common Chord, noon Mon Jun 22
Niabi Zoo Camp: Biological Bonds for Ages 10-13 - Session 4, thru June 26; campers will learn to develop their own… Niabi Zoo, 9am Mon Jun 22
Young Adventurer’s Club: Summer Session, play Dungeons and Dragons this summer at the library; free;… Moline Public Library, 5pm Mon Jun 22
PNG: Teen Digital Art (Procreate App), teens can learn how to create digital art using iPads… East Moline Public Library, Mon Jun 22 thru Tue Jun 23
A Dinosaur Is Loose in the Library!: Author Visit with Kelly Crull, join us for a special story time with author Kelly… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Tue Jun 23
Little Roots with 4-H, discover the basics of gardening with the 4-H Little Roots… Moline Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 23
Teen Movie + Craft: Zootopia 2, watch the Oscar-nominated animated comedy, do a craft, and enjoy… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 5:30pm Tue Jun 23
Teen Tuesday: Game Night, invite a friend or two and join us at the… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 23
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Scott County Library, 10am Tue Jun 23
All Iowa Reads: Strong Like You by T.L. Simpson, join T.L. Simpson, author of the 2026 Teen All Iowa… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 3pm Wed Jun 24
Animal Crossing Meet-Up, if you’re looking for different flowers, fruits, and recipes, come,… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Wed Jun 24
D&D Roleplay Club, this Games & Goodies Wednesday, grab your dice for Dungeons… LeClaire Community Library, 3pm Wed Jun 24
Kids’ Kite Making @ Watts-Midtown, learn how to make a your very own kite; we… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Wed Jun 24
Recycled Raingutter Regatta, beat the summer heat by building your own sailboat using… Moline Public Library, 1pm Wed Jun 24
Storytime in the Park: Radden Park, this week we will be at the Radden Park; if… East Moline Public Library, 10:30am Wed Jun 24
Teen Book + Club: Strong Like You by T.L. Simpson, let’s read the Teen All Iowa Reads book; immediately after… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 2pm Wed Jun 24
Tween Role Playing Group: Kids on Bikes, dive into summer with a two-session Kids on Bikes campaign;… Bettendorf Public Library, 11am Wed Jun 24
YouthFest at Fejervary Learning Center, a yearly celebration held at Fejervary Learning Center and welcomes… Fejervary Learning Center, 8:30am Wed Jun 24
Stretchy Storytime, ages 3-6 with an adult explore the magic of storytime… Moline Public Library, 6pm Thu Jun 25
Tales for Tots, an enriching literacy experience designed for children ages 0–3 and… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm Thu Jun 25
Tater Taste Test @ Main, we unleash a plentitude of potato-chip flavors on your taste… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 2pm Thu Jun 25
Thursday Theater: Lilo & Stitch, enjoy a family-friendly movie on the big screen, with popcorn;… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Jun 25
First Chapter Book Club, teens and tweens ages 10-18 are welcome to hang out… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Fri Jun 26
Kids Club: Watermelon Slime, make a watermelon jelly cube slime; this is intended for… East Moline Public Library, 1pm Fri Jun 26
Storytime & Snacks: Tractors, at City Center Plaza, we’re exploring farming with a Tractor… LeClaire Community Library, 11am Fri Jun 26
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Cordova District Library, 10am Fri Jun 26
Book Buddies: Sensory Session - Vegetables, ages 0-5 join us for our storytime and play in… Silvis Public Library, 1pm Sat Jun 27
Lego Club: Vegetables, for ages 6-11; put your skills to the test and… Silvis Public Library, 3pm Sat Jun 27
Joy March Workshop, in preparation for the Library’s Joy March, we invite you… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 6pm Mon Jun 29
Learn to Play Dungeons and Dragons, kids who want to participate need to know how to… Moline Public Library, 5pm Mon Jun 29
Teen Floral Arranging, learn how to create lovely floral arrangements with our friends… Moline Public Library, 6pm Mon Jun 29
PNG: Teen Digital Art (Procreate Dreams App), teens can learn how to create digital art using iPads… East Moline Public Library, Mon Jun 29 thru Tue Jun 30
Story Time in the Park, story time and an outdoor activity at Ed Scheck Park;… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Tue Jun 30
Teen DIY: Paint + Punch Night, let’s paint and drink punch; free; for information, call 563-326-7832… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Tue Jun 30
Teen Tuesday: Movie Night, teens will have the opportunity to vote from three movies,… Silvis Public Library, 5pm Tue Jun 30
WQPT PBS Summer of Adventure: Meet Elinor from Elinor Wonders Why, explore crafts and activities throughout the Children’s Department; free; for… Moline Public Library, 2pm Tue Jun 30
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Moline Public Library, 2pm Tue Jun 30
July
American Girl Doll Party, celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Wed Jul 1
Fun with Flags @ Watts-Midtown, learn all about flags from information provided by the North… Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch, 3:30pm Wed Jul 1
PNG Forensics: Fingerprinting, grades 5-12 learn how forensic scientists use fingerprinting to solve… Moline Public Library, 3pm Wed Jul 1
Summer Craft Series, on Wednesdays; join Miss Christie and make a new summer… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 3pm Wed Jul 1
Toddler Playgroup, on Wednesdays; best for children ages 1-4 years and their… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Wed Jul 1
Walkers & Wigglers Storytime, on Wednesdays; best for children ages 18 months to 4… Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch, 10am Wed Jul 1
Preschool Storytime, on Wednesdays and Thursdays; for ages 3-5; a celebration of… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Wed Jul 1 thru Thu Jul 2
Children’s Summer Reading Program, thru July 25; get growing this summer at the Moline… Moline Public Library, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Teen Summer Reading Program, thru July 25; teens and tweens going into grades 6-12,… Moline Public Library, Wed Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 5
Baby Playgroup, on Thursdays; babies and their caregivers are invited for socialization… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10:30am Thu Jul 2
Lapsit Storytime, on Thursdays; special storytime for babies who are not yet… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Thu Jul 2
Monster Society Presents: Supernatural Tales of Japan, for ages 8-12; the Monster Society is an elite secret… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 4:30pm Thu Jul 2
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf Public Library, 6pm Thu Jul 2
Ripley: Fire Station Five, discussion of Bruce W. Cameron’s book with the Big/Little Book… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Thu Jul 2
Teen Role Playing, on Thursdays; play your favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call… Bettendorf Public Library, 3:30pm Thu Jul 2
Thursday Theater: Smurfs, enjoy a family-friendly movie on the big screen, with popcorn;… Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Thu Jul 2
Imagination Station, on Fridays; enjoy stories, crafts, and more; free; for information… East Moline Public Library, 10:30am Fri Jul 3
Stories @ Main, on Fridays; best for children ages 1 to 5 years;… Davenport Public Library - Main Branch, 10am Fri Jul 3
Stories in the Gardens, on Fridays; join us in the Moline Library Gardens for… Moline Public Library, 10am Fri Jul 3
Teen Park + Read: Lindsay Park, join Claire at a different park each month this summer;… Lindsay Park, 10am Fri Jul 3
Yoga and Stories in the Park, on Fridays; ; free; for information, call 563-326-7832… Vander Veer Botanical Park, 9am Fri Jul 3
Outlying Areas
June
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Colona Public Library, 10:30am Thu Jun 11
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Sterling Public Library, 11am Fri Jun 12
20-Sided Summer Camp, thru June 28; the summer camp’s name, 20-sided, refers to… Luther College, Fri Jun 26
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Odell Public Library, 10am Tue Jun 30
July
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Geneseo Public Library, 10am Wed Jul 1
WQPT Summer of Adventure Tour Stop, attendees will have the opportunity to watch PBS KIDS programming,… Galesburg Public Library, 10am Thu Jul 2