I’m never going to say anything bad about LeBron James again. This week LeBron announced that he’s donating millions of dollars to help send kids around his native Ohio to a special school, the I Promise School in Akron, he’s creating that will be free, will give them free uniforms, free breakfast lunch and snacks, […]
It’s been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century for its honest exploration of mental illness and pain. It’s “Next to Normal,” and it’s coming to the Blackbox, 1623 5th Ave., Moline. The story centers on Diana Goodman, a wife and mother who struggles with bipolar disorder and the effect it has […]
The August installment of the Rock Island Artists’ Market is being held on Sunday, August 12 from 12-4 pm in the parking lot of Skeleton Key Art and Antiques at 520 18th Street, Rock Island, and will double as the 5th birthday celebration of Skeleton Key. Skeleton Key Art and Antiques was opened August 1, 2013 by Brandy and […]
Disciple is coming to town! Christian rock band Disciple takes to the road in a special, intimate concert experience unplugged and personal for its acoustic tour hitting the Q-C 6:30 PM Wednesday, August 8 at First Evangelical Free Church of Moline, 3321 7th St, Moline. Formed in 1992, Disciple has recorded over 10 albums, played […]
Rhythm City Casino Resort is bringing the breakout country star, Chris Janson, to the Event Center stage on Saturday, November 17, 2018! Tickets for this show go on sale Friday, August 10 at 10 AM CST. The price per ticket ranges from $30 to $60. Tickets may be purchased by visiting rhythmcitycasino.com, by calling 844-852-4FUN or in […]
Nestled inside the Green Thumbers flower shop on Brady Street, is a lovely place where you can have a coffee and enjoy the sight and smell of true natural beauty. The coffee shop has been a part of the beautiful floral Nursery for slightly over a year. But in that one year Aroma Coffee has […]
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse in downtown Rock Island is thrilled to announce local auditions for their upcoming productions of ANNIE and NEWSIES on August 11, 18 and 19th. Those auditioning must be available for all rehearsals and performances as scheduled and must prepare a verse and chorus or 16 bars of a Broadway song. Music from the show is acceptable. They […]
The jerseys and team name may have changed, but the result was still the same – and the color of the medals walking away remained gold. Featuring four players from the top-rated Mid America Premier team which disbanded over the summer, the QC Rush began its inaugural season in the U11 division with a commanding […]
Dress for Success Quad Cities will open to the public for their summer “Second Chance Sale” on Saturday, August 4. This much-anticipated sale gives shoppers the opportunity to buy new and gently-loved brand name attire and accessories at bargain prices. All funds raised benefit Dress for Success Quad Cities, the local nonprofit that provides professional clothing, […]
Against Me! rocked a packed crowd July 26 at the famous Codfish Hollow Barnstormers venue in Maquoketa, Iowa. Speedy Ortiz and Typesetter opened the show, which thrilled fans of the seminal band. For more info on Against Me! and their new tour, see Against Me! http://www.againstme.net/tour
