The 4th of July is right around the corner. This means cook-outs, parades, concerts and FIREWORKS! The Quad Cities’ largest 4th of July celebration, Red White and Boom, is happening this Tuesday Jul 3 from 5-10 p.m. This bi-state event will have activities and entertainment on both sides of the river! Whether you choose to celebrate in Iowa or Illinois, there will be no shortage of fun and enjoyment. Modern Woodmen Park (209 S Gaines St. Davenport) will be bursting with family-friendly activities, beginning at 5 p.m. Enjoy bounce houses (1st Baseline Party Plaza), kids activities, live music,... Read More

It’s not a 4th of July celebration without kick-starting the day at the Genesis Firecracker Run! The 36th Annual Genesis Firecracker Run is happening Wednesday Jul 4 in downtown East Moline. The day consists of a Pancake Breakfast, 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, 1- Mile, Kiddie Run, Hospital Bed Races and even a Post-Race Party! Sponsored by the East Moline Fire Fighters Association, the Pancake Breakfast will be held from 6:30 – 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 227 (829 16th Avenue East Moline). Adults are $5 and children 12 and under are $3. The 5K and 10K races will begin at 7:30 a.m. downtown... Read More

Summer can bring some active weather in the Midwest. Do you have a child at home who is intrigued and interested about weather and the magic of meteorologists? Young Meteorologists, a two-day summer camp for kids, is happening at the Putnam Museum (1717 W 12th St. Davenport) on Monday Jul 2 and Tuesday Jul 3, both days beginning at 9 a.m. Sponsored by KWQC, campers in grades 3 to 5 will learn how to deliver their own weather report by the end of this comprehensive camp and bring out their inner storm-chaser as they discover the history and science behind weather! Meteorologist Cedric Haynes will... Read More

Looking for some outdoor live music and delicious food to enjoy this weekend? Then look no further than the Baby Blues and BBQ Fest! The Village of Port Byron will be holding their 4th Annual Baby Blues Fest on Saturday Jun 30 at the new gazebo in Port Byron. From 5-11 p.m. you are invited to enjoy live blues music along with the best BBQ east of Texas and premium beer specials. There is no admission charge for this event. Port Byron’s Village Board Member Wes Wells, the organizer of this amazing event, shares the events for the evening, “After recognizing Veterans of the Vietnam Era and the... Read More

Take a trip down the Mighty Mississippi with the newest production from the Mississippi Bend Players! Big River is now playing at the Brunner Theatre Center at Augustana College (3757 7th Avenue Rock Island). The show has three performances left: Friday Jun 29 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday Jun 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Jul 1 at 2 p.m. To purchase tickets for any of the remaining performances, visit https://www.mississippibendplayers.com/. Hurry, because seats are going fast! Big River’s characters, plot and themes are based on Mark Twain’s beloved novel Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. It proves... Read More

Hey Quad Cities, are you ready to Rock The District?! Sponsored by Daiquiri Factory and RIBCO, Rock The District 2018 is happening this Friday Jun 29 in the District of Rock Island. Gates open at 6 p.m. Headlining this year is none other than alternative rock/grunge band, Bush! Also rocking out Friday night will be Helmet, 3 Years Hollow and The Last Glimpse! Advanced ticket prices are $35. Tickets can be purchased at the Daiquiri Factory (1809 2nd Ave Rock Island), COOP Records (3727 23rd Ave Moline), Dunn Brothers Coffee (4520 E 53rd Street Ste 100 Davenport and 787 Middle Rd. Bettendorf) and... Read More

For the first time in over five years, Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush have hit the road! The Grammy-winning country duo is bringing Sugarland to the Quad Cities! Sugarland: Still the Same Tour is heading to the TaxSlayer Center (1201 River Dr. Moline) this Friday Jun 29 at 7 p.m. Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush will be accompanied by Brandy Clark and Clare Bowen. After releasing five albums and scoring seven Number One singles, Sugarland announced a hiatus in 2012. Both went on to successful solo projects. On May 4 2018 they kicked off their Still the Same Tour (named for their current single... Read More

Oh, Boy! Take a step back in time this week at Circa ’21 for two amazing Buddy Holly tribute performances! That’ll Be The Day: A Tribute to Buddy Holly and The Crickets will be rocking and rolling at the Circa ’21 (1828 3rd Avenue Rock Island) this Thursday Jun 28 and Friday Jun 29. The Rave Ons, which include Todd Meredith, Billy Morey, Matt Watson and Jeremy Renner, will bring audiences the music of Buddy Holly and The Crickets with energy and excitement. Thursday’s evening show will begin at 7:15 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) and tickets are $25 in advance and $30 on the day of the show.... Read More

Do you have an aspiring artist at home? Are they looking for a way to fill their summer days? The Putnam Museum (1717 W 12th Street Davenport) invites students entering grades 4-6 to their summer camp classes, Artiste de Voyage from Jun 25-29. This weeklong, all-day camp will take creative campers across the planet to Japan, Greece, Russia and beyond to experience different cultures, discover their rich artistic legacies and add their own unique twist as they take on new challenges. Campers will leave this action-packed camp with the inspiration and skill set to succeed as they take on new ways... Read More

Spend your Sunday afternoon with some Brews and BBQ! This Sunday Jun 24 from 4-9 p.m. BREW in the Village (1104 Jersey Ridge Rd. Davenport) is hosting Brews and BBQ! For only $28 per person, you can enjoy house smoked ribs, pork, chicken and delicious side dishes! Each meal also includes your choice of two draft brews from BREW in the Village’s wide assortment of local craft beers. You can purchase your tickets today at BREW in the Village. But hurry, because seating is limited! Don’t miss this deliciously prepared Sunday afternoon at BREW!  Read More