Thousands of local teens are enjoying spring break right now, regardless of the weather, and Rock Island Public Library is presenting a number of activities to make their break a little sunnier, regardless of the snow. Teens can try their hand at coding and gaming this March with two separate events at the Rock Island […]
The Augustana Teaching Museum of Art presents “4 Artists, 4 Visions,” an invitational exhibition organized in conjunction with the Augustana Department of Art. While previous exhibitions this year have situated the arts in dialogue with other disciplines or contemporary issues, this exhibition provides an opportunity to engage with the visual arts as a cohesive and […]
One of the greatest legends to ever hail from the Quad Cities was a jazz artist and musical genius. That’s right, none other than the infamous Bix Beiderbecke. And it’s time to celebrate his birthday! The Bix Society is holding their annual Bix Birthday Bash on March 10 at Rhythm City Casino (7077 Elmore Ave […]
Skeleton Key Art and Antiques announces a new “shop hop” style shopping event, Antique Island, taking place Saturday, March 11. Eight Rock Island antique stores will offer shopping, sales, refreshments, and prizes as they welcome shoppers to Rock Island, which has become the premier destination for antique shopping in the Quad-Cities. Skeleton Key Art and […]
You have heard the heartbreaking story before. Whether you read it in a news article or heard it from a child’s mouth. The decline of fine arts in schools. Music class, choir and band classes are seeing more and more cuts every year. The Local Bands for Music Education and the River Music Experience are […]
The Karpeles Museum and the Daughters of the American Revolution have combined forces to keep the history of the Quad Cities alive. The War of 1812 was a military conflict that lasted for two and a half years and was fought between the United States of America against United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, […]
Calling all Mothers and Sons! Break out the dancing shoes and bow ties. It’s time for the Mother Son Formal at the RiverCenter in Davenport! That’s right, the Davenport Parks and Recreation department is throwing their annual Mother Son Formal on Sunday, March 5 from 5-8pm at the RiverCenter. Tickets are $30 for residents and […]
The 26th Annual Women’s Health & Lifestyle Fair will be taking place Saturday, March 4 at the RiverCenter (136 E 3rd St in Downtown Davenport). Admission is only $1! This event focuses entirely on Women’s daily health and lifestyle choices. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to receive tips and guidance on things like […]
Fifteen cities. Two Countries. One voice. This weekend, an event like none other will be happening here in the Quad Cities. Gigi’s Playhouse’s annual I Have a Voice! Gala will be simultaneously happening in 15 cities on Saturday, March 4. One of the chosen locations is our very own IWireless Center in Moline. This 2017 […]
Spring is the perfect time to start a new chapter in life, and starting in March, the Rock Island Library will offer a series of “Employment 101” job-hunting classes for adults. The Employment 101 class series is at 2:00 pm on the first Tuesdays of March, April, and May at the Rock Island Main Library, […]
