All aboard! It’s time for the Garden Train Railway Exhibit! That’s right, The Quad City Botanical Center, in partnership with the Heartland Model Railway Club has established a G-Scale Garden Train Railway exhibit! And you can now check out the seasonal garden on Sundays from 1-4 p.m. through October. The Quad City Botanical Center, located at 2525 4th Avenue Rock Island, has general admission costs at $5 for seniors (60 and up) and military, $6 for adults (16 years and older), $4 for youth (ages 6-15), $2 for children (ages 2-5) and free for toddlers under 2. The Garden Train Railway Exhibit... Read More

The temptations for an unhealthy lifestyle are all around us. Those temptations can be found at the grocery store, on the television, in movies or even when with your friends and family. It may seem overwhelming and almost impossible to stay on track with a healthier, more fulfilling life. But healthy living is within your reach! The Quad Cities Area is filled with resources, and now you can find them all in one place! Radish Magazine is hosting their 12th Annual Healthy Living Fair on Saturday June 17. The Healthy Living Fair will be taking place next to the Freight House (421 W River Drive Davenport)... Read More

It’s time for a beer run! No, I don’t mean a trip to the store for beer and then heading back home to sit around. I mean it’s time for the 4th Annual Micro Brew Mile and 6K race and Craft Beer Festival! This year’s Micro Brew Mile Craft Beer Festival will take place on Saturday June 17 in Downtown Moline (5th Avenue and 14th Street and in the parking lot behind Barrel House). The first portion of this festival is, of course, the races! Micro Brew Mile presents the only multi-wave road mile to fit every level of fitness and speed in the Midwest followed by a flat and fast 6K! The different... Read More

With the hustle and bustle of everyday activities, do you ever wish you could step back into simpler times for a day? Well, here is your opportunity! Colonel Davenport House, located on the Rock Island Arsenal, is hosting a Pioneer Day on Saturday June 17 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Step back in time for a day and witness fur trader re-enactors, called a Buckskinners’ Rendezvous, pioneer portrayers demonstrating hatchet and knife throwing, and craft demonstrators such as wood-working, spinning, lacemaking, quilter, and basket weaving. Old time music specialist Wesley Wells will be a roaming musician... Read More

The German American Heritage Center has kicked off their Summer Walking Tours! And you’re invited! These historical walking tours will educate participants in the history and roots of Davenport with a knowledgeable tour guide, while providing great exercise! The tours will begin at the German American Heritage Center, located at 712 W 2nd Street Davenport, every Saturday through the summer and will go from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tours are only $5 per person. Group tours are also available, but reservations are encouraged. You can call the German American Heritage Center at (563) 322-8844 to find out... Read More

How would you like to be involved in an annual community-strengthening event while enjoying local music, comedy and more? Well, now you can do just that. The 3rd Annual QC Junetopia is a 3-Day event that will take part in two different cities, in two different states, and in five different venues from June 16-18. QC Junetopia features a variety of creative endeavors from within the QC and beyond. Tickets are only $13 for a one-day pass, or $25 for a three-day pass. Tickets can be purchased on-line at http://qcjunetopia3.brownpapertickets.com/. Tickets can also be purchased at the door on the day... Read More

Are you a piano teacher? Music educator? A student taking piano lessons? Well then, this event is for you! On the 3rd Friday of every month, West Music (4305 44th Avenue Moline) presents Musical Mornings! At 9 a.m. you are invited to join the crew at West Music for coffee, keyboards and more! They are offering hands on training and product demonstrations, as they continue to foster a community for area piano players. This event is free to the public and welcomes piano teachers, players and enthusiasts with skill levels from beginner to advanced. West Music’s Certified Piano Consultant Patrick... Read More

Motorcycles and music? Oh my! It must be time for The Muddy Fest 2017! The Muddy Fest is a two-day and two-night celebration of music, two-lane rides, world famous celebrities, motorcycle thrill jumpers, riverside camping and first class regional cuisine. The festival will take place at Centennial Park in Davenport, located at 315 S Marquette Street, from June 16-18. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.themuddyfest.com/buy-tickets/. A portion of ticket proceeds will go to the veteran’s charity, Honor Flight of the Quad Cities, as well as the Iowa Donor Network. The festival kicks... Read More

If you are looking for an up-beat and exciting way to spend Father’s Day weekend with the whole family, then look no further than the Geneseo Music Festival! This summer festival is full to the brim with food, arts and crafts, fun for the kids, parades and of course a whole lot of music! The 49th Annual Geneseo Music Festival will be held in Geneseo City Park at 115 S Oakwood Avenue from June 16-18. Everyone is invited to come witness the beautiful park setting while enjoying an extremely wide selection of activities. Here is a schedule of the weekend’s festivities: Friday June 16 6 p.m.                                       ... Read More

Have a child, boy or girl, interested in soccer? The summer soccer camp, the Rock Island Red Dragons Camp, will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 13, 15, 20, 22 and 27 at Hauberg Park in Rock Island! Beginners (less than seasons played or ages 5-7) are at 4:45 p.m., Intermediate players (ages 7-11 or three seasons or more played) are at 5:30, Advanced players (four seasons or more played, or ages 8-11) are at 6:15 p.m. Cost is just $50 in advance/$60 first day of camp and beyond and kids get a Red Dragons jersey. If you’re interested, email seanleary@seanleary.com.  Read More