Kids can try their hand at all sorts of science and engineering projects with the Rock Island Public Library’s monthly STEM-Azing after-school events. The next session, on Wednesday, Sept. 14, will feature experiments using wind power. STEM-AZING is offered from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm on the second Wednesday of each month at the 30/31 […]
The iWireless Center hosts countless local events and brings to us the latest and the greatest legends in music on a regular basis. The Make America Rock Again rockfest came through Sept. 10 and I was lucky enough to attend this amazing display of current rock and roll bands. Trapt, Saliva, Drowning Pool, Alien Ant […]
Circa ‘21’s “Million Dollar Quartet” is a million dollar show. It’s expertly presented, from the set to the costumes to the casting to the sound, capturing a fascinating and colorful moment in time in the history of rock ‘n’ roll and doing so with such great energy and reverence that it earned a well-deserved standing […]
It’s about to get muy caliente for those looking for fun this weekend. That’s because Viva Quad Cities Fiesta will be held from noon to 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 at the Isle of Capri parking lot, Bettendorf. Kids under 12 get in for free and for adults it’s just $5 to check out the […]
The Codfish Hollow world according to GARP is one populated by an incredibly diverse and cool array of bands, and you’ll get to explore this brave new sonic location this weekend for the first GARP festival. The debut GARP gig takes place beginning at 4 p.m. Sept. 9 and noon Sept. 10 at Codfish Hollow, […]
The summer outdoor concert season closes out this weekend in Moline Centre, but there are plenty of events on tap, from that live music to the tractor parade and show, a rowing regatta and more! As for the final notes of the summer concert series, Moline Centre, Bass Street Chop House, Steel Head Tavern & […]
Playcrafters Barn Theater is unwinding a devious “Deathtrap” this weekend, rolling out the classic thriller September 9,10,11 & 16,17,18 at its 4950 35th Ave., Moline venue. Directed by Patti Flaherty, and starring Jason Platt, Adam Cerny, Nancy Teelink and Pamela Briggs, “Deathtrap” involves Sidney Bruhl, a successful writer of Broadway thrillers, who is struggling to […]
For the final production in its 39th season, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse is rolling out the Tony Award-winning Broadway smash “Million Dollar Quartet,” running this weekend through November 5. A celebration of four of history’s most legendary recording artists – Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins – this long-requested title is […]
Auditions for the annual holiday spectacle of “The Nutcracker” are being held Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sept. 13 at Ballet Quad Cities Studios, 613 17th Street, Rock Island. Ages 8-13 (or BQC Level 4 and 5; younger ages by invitation only) are Saturday, Sept. 10. Registration is at 10 a.m., 10:30-11:30 audition. Ages 14-18 (or […]
With beautiful weather and a beautiful spirit uniting the crowd, the 20th annual QC Festival of Praise was a huge success. Sunday evening’s concert in Davenport’s LeClaire Park, featuring Brandon Shupp, the Heritage Worship Team, and headliner Rend Collective, drew thousands to the park for a night of music and worship. “We were really happy […]
