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Tim’s Corner Finding Its Way After Explosion

Tim’s Corner Finding Its Way After Explosion

As I mentioned in my last article I headed to the new location of Tim’s Corner to check out the new digs and talk to the owner. First off I’d like to mention that the parking situation in the Hilltop District is just as hectic as it’s always been, somewhat worse given that a section […]

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‘Music Man’ Marching Into Circa This Weekend

‘Music Man’ Marching Into Circa This Weekend

Those familiar with the iconic stage and screen show, THE MUSIC MAN, may remember that the very first song performed in the show is titled “Rock Island.” It’s consequently fitting that this Tony-winning classic can be found in Illinois’ actual Rock Island when THE MUSIC MAN runs at the Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse now through […]

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Tim’s Corner Has New Sunshine After Explosion

Tim’s Corner Has New Sunshine After Explosion

It’s been a surprising week for the Quad Cities comic community. The explosions at the Vintage Rose antique shop, which blew out the windows of the store and knocked brickwork from the exterior, though luckily there weren’t any serious injuries, have dominated the local news cycle. At on Monday afternoon I received a call from […]

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Four Artists Unveil New Works At Augie

Four Artists Unveil New Works At Augie

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 […]

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Eight Rock Island Antique Stores Put on Shop Hop

Eight Rock Island Antique Stores Put on Shop Hop

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 […]

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Sew Many Scraps Eventful, Affordable and Altruistic

Sew Many Scraps Eventful, Affordable and Altruistic

If you are looking for an eventful weekend getaway that is affordable and not so far away, you’ll want to attend Adam’s Alliance, MS Crop’s Sew Many Scraps crafting event. From Thursday, March 2, till Sunday, March 5 Adam’s Alliance will be hosting 81 hours of crafting time at Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center […]

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Poetry Out Loud Turns Up The Volume At QC Arts!

Poetry Out Loud Turns Up The Volume At QC Arts!

On Saturday, February 25 at 1:00 pm Quad City Arts will sponsor a Regional Poetry Out Loud Contest at Annawan High School. Students from Annawan, Cambridge, and Wethersfield High Schools will be competing to advance to the State Contest in March. Attendance at both events is free and open to the public and refreshments will […]

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Floral and Arbor Landscapes Sprout at Taste Buds

Floral and Arbor Landscapes Sprout at Taste Buds

A rainbow of floral color and verdant green arbor landscapes are sprouting on the walls at Taste Buds, as Rock Island artist Melanie Vallejo’s panoramic florals and colorful landscapes will be brightening up Taste Buds, 150 16 ½ St., Rock Island, through March 2. “This is my first ever exhibit, so I’m really excited,” Vallejo […]

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Get A Taste Of Vallejo’s Art At Taste Buds

Get A Taste Of Vallejo’s Art At Taste Buds

A self-taught artist, Rock Islander Melanie Vallejo’s panoramic florals and colorful landscapes will be brightening up Taste Buds, 150 16 ½ St., Rock Island, for the next two weeks, beginning with a reception at 5 p.m. Friday. The event is open to the public and will feature free drinks, refreshments, snacks and other cool stuff, […]

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Learn All About Stones And Crystals At Spellbound

Learn All About Stones And Crystals At Spellbound

Hey fantasy fans! Have you ever been interested in learning about different types of stones and crystals? Then look no further than Spellbound’s upcoming Stones and Crystals Class on Saturday, February 18th. The price is $5 at the door and seating is very limited so if you plan on attending, you will need to register […]

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