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Are You Ready For Some Football On The Giant Screen???

March 23rd, 2018
Are You Ready For Some Football On The Giant Screen???

Already having post-football season withdrawals? Well you’re not alone and there may be a fix for those pigskin blues! The Putnam Museum (1717 W 12th Street Davenport) is now offering Football Classics on the GIANT Screen! Every Saturday from Mar 24 through June 2 football classics will be shown on the GIANT screen, adding to the Gridiron Glory exhibit experience. Individual ticket prices are $8.50 for adults ($1 off seniors over 60, college students or military member with ID) and $7 for youth (ages 3-18). You can also add the football movie for only $5 when you purchase a Gridiron Glory exhibit... Read More

It’s No Con: ‘Catch’ This Show At Music Guild

March 22nd, 2018
It’s No Con: ‘Catch’ This Show At Music Guild

Based on the unbelievable true story of one of the most famous con artists in history, Catch Me If You Can, is coming to the QCA! Quad City Music Guild presents Catch Me If You Can at the Prospect Park Auditorium (1584 34th Avenue Moline) this Thursday Mar 22 through Sunday Mar 25. This bright and bouncy show features a sixties-influenced score by the Hairspray team of Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. The show is based on the 2002 film of the same name which starred Leonardo DiCaprio and follows the story of con man Frank Abagnale Jr. Narrated by Frank as if his story is a television special, Catch... Read More

Orchid Society Show In Bloom At Botanical Center

March 22nd, 2018
Orchid Society Show In Bloom At Botanical Center

Nothing says warmer weather like the beautiful blooms of orchids. Kick off the spring season at the Illowa Orchid Society Spring Show, this weekend! The 43rd Annual Illowa Orchid Society Spring Show is happening this Saturday Mar 24 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday Mar 25 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Quad City Botanical Center (2525 4th Avenue Rock Island). With free admission! Numerous orchid displays will be set up for your viewing and smelling pleasures. Vendors such as Anything Orchids, Natt’s Orchids, Orchid Trading Company and more will be selling orchids and related items. Orchid growers... Read More

Connect With Your Inner Artist At Muscatine Art Center

March 21st, 2018
Connect With Your Inner Artist At Muscatine Art Center

Connect with your inner artist this weekend and check out the latest exhibit at the Muscatine Art Center! In conjunction with the “Faces of Iowa State” exhibit, artist Rose Frantzen will be giving a portrait painting demonstration this Saturday Mar 24 from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Muscatine Art Center (1314 Mulberry Avenue Muscatine). While the admission is free, donations are appreciated. “Faces of Iowa State” features 39 portraits painted by Maquoketa artist Rose Frantzen. Frantzen’s art has been featured nationally, including an exhibit of her Portrait of Maquoketa project at... Read More

Get Your Chalk Paint On At Fresh Vintage

March 21st, 2018
Get Your Chalk Paint On At Fresh Vintage

Have you been wanting to spruce up that old piece of furniture in your home, but aren’t sure where to start? Well then, this is the class for you! Fresh Vintage, located at 208 W 2nd Street in Muscatine, is offering their popular Chalk Paint® 101 class this Saturday Mar 24 from 1-4 p.m. This beginner level class will teach you four decorative finishes using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and wax. You will learn how to do a simple finish, two color distress, rustic and even the wet paint method. This one of a kind instructional class will discuss style, complementary colors and utilizing Chalk Paint... Read More

Tumble Down The Rabbit Hole With ‘Alice’

March 21st, 2018
Tumble Down The Rabbit Hole With ‘Alice’

Tumble down the rabbit hole with Ballet Quad Cities in a fun-filled fantasy adventure, this weekend! Ballet Quad Cities presents Alice in Wonderland this Saturday Mar 24 at the Adler Theatre (136 E 3rd Street Davenport). There are two showtimes for this amazing performance, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. This world premiere, full-scale production features Alice, the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat, the Queen of Hearts, and many more! Come enjoy the Mad Hatters of music, Orchestra Iowa, bring to life Tchaikovsky’s colorful score. Original choreography created by artistic director, Courtney Lyon. Tickets... Read More

Grant Spring Carnival Offers Family Fun

March 21st, 2018
Grant Spring Carnival Offers Family Fun

Are you looking for a little family fun in Muscatine, this weekend? Then make plans to head to the Grant Elementary Spring Carnival! Grant Elementary (708 Barry Avenue Muscatine) is hosting their annual PTO Spring Carnival this Friday Mar 23 from 5-7 p.m. This fun-filled evening will provide entertainment for the entire family! Come enjoy raffles, silent auction, games, bake sale and much more! A delicious pizza dinner will be provided for $2 per slice (cheese, pepperoni and sausage) or $3 for a pizza meal that includes a pop as well. You won’t want to miss the magical performances by ‘Topper... Read More

Learn About The Environment In Muscatine

March 17th, 2018
Learn About The Environment In Muscatine

Are you looking for a free family-friendly event in Muscatine, this weekend? Then look no further than the Environmental Learning Center! Come learn about the Wildlife of Iowa at the Environmental Learning Center this Sunday Mar 11 from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. This enjoyable and educational event will be held at the Environment Learning Center, located at Discovery Park 3300 Cedar Street Muscatine. Join the Muscatine County Conservation Board and learn all about the native wildlife of Iowa! This is a free event, but children must be accompanied by an adult. Ciqala, the newest animal ambassador, will... Read More

Hey, Mermaids, Check Out The Underwater Egg Hunt

March 17th, 2018
Hey, Mermaids, Check Out The Underwater Egg Hunt

Spring is right around the corner, which means it’s time for Egg Hunts! The Rock Island Parks and Recreation are spicing things up, however, with an Underwater Egg Hunt! This Sunday Mar 18, join the Rock Island Parks and Recreation at the first ever Underwater Egg Hunt! The hunt will take place at the Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center from 1-3:30 p.m. The cost to participate in this one-of-a-kind egg hunt is only $5 (must be under 14 years to register). Registration can be completed online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/rockislandparksandrec/Activity_Search/2405. Hunting for eggs... Read More

Get Whipped Up For Venus In Fur

March 16th, 2018
Get Whipped Up For Venus In Fur

QC Theatre Workshop is at it again. This time with the steamy dark comedy, ‘Venus in Fur’. The group is now presenting a Tony Award-winning dark comedy of desire, gamesmanship, and shifting power dynamics. ‘Venus in Fur’ will be showing at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday Mar 16-17 and Mar 23-24 and 3 p.m. on Sunday Mar 18 and Mar 25 at 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport. Doors open 15 minutes prior to showtime. This play contains mature content that may be inappropriate for young viewers. ‘Venus in Fur’ opens on writer/director Thomas Novachek as he attempts to cast his stage adaptation of an... Read More