June 21st, 2017
Kids
Fun and learning for teens gets creative with programs on cooking, making graphic novels, and tie-dye, all at the Rock Island Public Library. All events are free and open to the public. The library’s Reading by Design theme celebrates creativity and making, with the following free events for ages 12 to 18: Teen Iron Chef: […]
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June 21st, 2017
Entertainment
As always, Sean Moeller is a very, very busy man, booking shows at his various venues. I’d say there are too many shows to list, but, wow, somehow we’ve managed to do just that. See below… Upcoming Moeller shows: June 22 — KRISTIN DIABLE w/FREDERICK THE YOUNGER at The Raccoon Motel :: TICKETS RIYL: Anderson […]
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June 20th, 2017
Kids
Parents and grandparents looking for ways to keep kids occupied over the summer should make plans to visit the Rock Island Public Library. The library’s Reading by Design summer reading and learning program offers a blueprint for family learning and fun with a wide range of free events for children and families. Summer activities for […]
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June 15th, 2017
Entertainment
One of America’s most popular children’s-story series gets a fun-filled stage makeover when Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse presents its debut of the charming, hilarious family musical A YEAR WITH FROG & TOAD. Nominated for three 2003 Tony Awards including Best Musical, this hour-long theatrical treat to sure to entertain kids of all ages, and is […]
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June 14th, 2017
Art
The colorful abstract art of Misha Carlson decorates the walls through June 22 at the latest Taste of Q-C Art at Taste Buds, 1629 2nd Ave., Rock Island (in the District, across from Bennigans). An opening reception for the show will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday. Patrons can meet and talk to […]
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June 14th, 2017
Entertainment
The Speakeasy in downtown Rock Island has an exciting weekend of entertainment planned this Friday and Saturday night! Tickets for both shows can be reserved by calling 309-786-7733, Ext. 2 or online at www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. FRIDAY NIGHT – WINDY CITY DUELING PIANOS Windy City Dueling Pianos combines high-energy live music played on two pianos by […]
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June 12th, 2017
Entertainment
KIDZ BOP fans, get ready for the best news ever! The #1 music brand for kids is hitting the road with the ALL-NEW ‘Best Time Ever’ tour! The brand new live show, sponsored by Juicy Juice® Splashers®, stops at the Adler Theater, 136 E. 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa, on Friday, October 20 (doors open at […]
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June 12th, 2017
Art
Augustana College has loaned seven of its works by the painter Frank Lundahl to the Safety Building in Rock Island. This loan was coordinated by the Doris and Victor Day Foundation located in that same building, built 1907-1908. The case where the recently installed works are on display has sat empty for years. Dave Geenen, […]
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June 11th, 2017
Local
WQPT, Quad Cities PBS is pleased to introduce its 2017 WQPT/PBS Ambassadors, an elite volunteer corps made up of college students. Entering its 13th year, the program provides college students with the opportunity to represent their local public television station at events throughout eastern Iowa and western Illinois. “This year is not only our 13th […]
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June 11th, 2017
Theatre
Prairie Players Civic Theatre has hired Tristan Tapscott as program administrator for the theatre. “Last year we opened our building at 160 South Seminary Street for productions and rentals,” says Heather Norman, president of Prairie Players. “Now that we are operational at this location, there was a need to create a position to help us […]
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