A group of local teenagers have spent the past year identifying promising opportunities and pressing needs in the Quad Cities area as part of the Quad Cities Community Foundation’s Teens for Tomorrow Program. The students immersed themselves in the grant process by learning about community needs, developing a grant opportunity, evaluating applications, visiting with nonprofits, […]
Well, fingers crossed, this past weekend began the grand re-opening of society after the covid quarantine. In some states, like Illinois, we’re not entirely 100 percent back to normal, but it’s certainly stepping in that direction. On the Iowa side, it’s full boar, all in, back to the way it was, and, again, fingers crossed […]
It’s that time of year…time for EMSSC Competitive Soccer tryouts for the Fall 2020/Spring 2021 season! EMSSC’s competitive program is for those athletes with advanced skill and high ambition for the sport. The program teaches advanced soccer skills, teamwork, patience, and respect on and off the soccer field. For more information about the competitive program […]
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening, originally scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at the Adler Theatre, has been postponed due to government mandates restricting public gatherings amid COVID-19 concerns. The Adler is actively seeking a new performance date. Please look for an announcement soon regarding a rescheduled date. Patrons are encouraged to hold on to […]
Jason Isbell And The 400 Unit’s Show originally rescheduled for June 20 at The Rust Belt has now been rescheduled to April 17, 2021 at The Rust Belt in East Moline. Doors open at 7, show is at 8. Tickets are $45 for general admission. Opening act is Strand of Oaks. Refunds are available at […]
The Smashing Pumpkins show originally postponed and reset for Oct. 22 at The Rust Belt has now been canceled. The Rust Belt released the following statement today: Due to circumstances outside of our control, we regret to inform you that the Smashing Pumpkins show that was rescheduled for October 22nd at The Rust Belt has […]
MACOMB, IL – As Western Illinois University transitions into its summer course sessions, its faculty continue to reach students through alternative methods, extending beyond traditional coursework to reach more people. Educators across the University’s various academic schools and departments have worked together, collaborating to make each student’s educational opportunity a valuable one. In the School […]
After 40 years of drawing crowds to Walcott, Iowa, off I-80, the annual Truckers Jamboreee will be virtual this July 9-11, including an online Antique Truck Show; Super Truck Beauty Contest; Trucker’s Best Friend Pet Contest and free meals for drivers. “The good news is we will most definitely continue with our long-standing tradition of […]
After 11 weeks being closed due to the coronavirus, the Putnam Museum & Science Center is taking longer to reopen than many other Iowa businesses and organizations, in order to present a new visitor experience. The 153-year-old Davenport institution, at 1717 W. 12th St., has been closed since March 16, and is planning to reopen […]
Rock Island Public Library is rockin’ it with activities for families this summer! The library sent out a massive list of events and other cool stuff, and here are all the details: Children’s Events: Registration required for most programs, so we can contact participants with links, videos, and instructions on kit pick-up, if applicable. Each […]
