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Lundahl Paintings On Exhibit In Historic Building

Lundahl Paintings On Exhibit In Historic Building

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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Gallery Hop And Open House Rockin’ Rock Island This Weekend!

Gallery Hop And Open House Rockin’ Rock Island This Weekend!

The District in downtown Rock Island is hoppin’ with activity this weekend! Starting at 6 p.m. Friday, the Gallery Hop offers free fun at a variety of venues until 10 p.m. See live musical performances, live comedy, live art being created, book readings, book signings, pottery, jewelry and more! The event is free and open […]

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Jurassic Quest Is Dinosaur-Sized Fun

Jurassic Quest Is Dinosaur-Sized Fun

The shaking of the Earth, the thunderous  roars, the fear of sharp teeth and talons, and enormous intimidation. Yet there was no fear. This in fact was a wonderful, genius of an idea. A world of animatronic ,mechanical, robotics known as Jurassic Quest. A traveling prehistoric Jurassic World that took place at the Quad City […]

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We Baa Baa Baa-lieve in The Black Sheep!

We Baa Baa Baa-lieve in The Black Sheep!

Getting tired of the same old scene? Looking for a new place to hang out, whether by yourself or a group of friends? Well then you are in luck, because the District of Rock Island has added a new Arcade/Sports Bar that can fulfill your recreational desires. The Black Sheep is located at 1730 2nd […]

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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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Boxing Dinosaurs And Horror Icons At Taste Buds

Boxing Dinosaurs And Horror Icons At Taste Buds

Looking for some vibrant pictures for your home of anything from boxing dinosaurs to horror film icons? The fun, colorful artworks of Jackie Krebs will continue to be on display through Thursday at atTaste Buds, 150 16 ½ St., Rock Island. Krebs and over two dozen art aficionados were on hand for her opening night […]

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It’s Ocho Time For The ARTery

It’s Ocho Time For The ARTery

The ARTery, one of the coolest galleries in downtown Rock Island, is turning eight! To celebrate the ocho, the gallery at 1629 2nd Ave., Rock Island, will be having a Birthday Party shindig from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday night. Meet many of your favorite local artists while enjoying live music by our talented friends, […]

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Black Sheep Arcade Opening This Weekend

Black Sheep Arcade Opening This Weekend

What’s a better combination than a sports bar and an arcade? A brand-new arcade sports bar is coming to the Quad Cities! On Saturday, February 11 at 5 p.m., The Black Sheep will hold their grand opening at their district location at 1730 2nd Ave in Rock Island. They can be reached at (309) 558-0168 […]

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