One of the things that the Quad Cities are known for is their wide selection of impressive breweries. So many, in fact, that you might find it difficult to try all of them at once, right? Well not anymore! The QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island is bringing you Brewed Live on Saturday March 12. This is the newest Beer Sampling Event in the Quad Cities! There will be 30 plus local, regional and national breweries available for your sampling. They will be providing educational information on brewing, as well. Tickets are limited. The cost for a 1-4pm ticket is $35. However, if you want early access that... Read More

Do you miss the days of hanging out at the local skating ring? Do you regret NOT spending more time lacing up your skates and rolling around, care-free, to your favorite songs? Afraid those ankles and leg muscles aren’t what they used to be and keep avoiding the possibility of making a fool of yourself? Well you’re not alone! And you don’t have to wait any longer. QCA Adult Skate is a local group started by Trisha Allers from the Quad City Rollers, to bring adult skaters together in the Quad Cities. Trisha approached Skate City manager Kyle Cord last year with the idea of starting up some... Read More

One of the greatest legends to ever hail from the Quad Cities was a jazz artist and musical genius. That’s right, none other than the infamous Bix Beiderbecke. And it’s time to celebrate his birthday! The Bix Society is holding their annual Bix Birthday Bash on March 10 at Rhythm City Casino (7077 Elmore Ave Davenport). The celebration goes from 5-9pm with a $10 admission to help raise money for their Youth Education program. Everyone is encouraged to bring their dancing shoes, but feel free to grab your flapper dresses and suits and ties to recreate your best roaring 20’s attire. If you... Read More

The Magical Mystery Tour is coming to take you away! Take you all the way back to when The Beatles changed the face of the music scene, forever. The Putnam Museum (1717 W 12th St Davenport) will be displaying “The Magical History Tour: A Beatles Exhibition” beginning on March 11 and going through June 4. You can now experience the lives of the Fab Four through the eyes of John, Paul, George and Ringo. There will be four unique galleries to check out in this exhibition. Beginnings, Influence and Life in Liverpool will show the early stages before the band was thrust into the spotlight. Life... Read More

Looking for an action-filled weekend of live sports while supporting Women’s College Basketball? Then you are in luck! The 2017 Missouri Valley Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament will be taking place at the IWireless Center in Moline March 9-12. Tickets vary depending on whether you purchase a single session admission or an all-session ticket package. Ticket prices and information can be found at http://www.mvcquadcities.com/tickets/default/#.WL3cRzvyvb1. Ten universities will be competing in the MVC Women’s Basketball Tournament, including: Bradley, Drake, Evansville, Illinois State,... Read More

You have heard the heartbreaking story before. Whether you read it in a news article or heard it from a child’s mouth. The decline of fine arts in schools. Music class, choir and band classes are seeing more and more cuts every year. The Local Bands for Music Education and the River Music Experience are teaming up together for their annual Local Bands for Music Education Benefit on March 11 from 2-11pm. The event will take place at the River Music Experience (129 N Main St Davenport) on the second floor. Admission is $5 for adults and 12 and under are FREE. QC Area bands and acoustic artists... Read More

The Karpeles Museum and the Daughters of the American Revolution have combined forces to keep the history of the Quad Cities alive. The War of 1812 was a military conflict that lasted for two and a half years and was fought between the United States of America against United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, its North American colonies and its Native American allies. The Quad Cities were no strangers to the battles fought in this war. The Battle of Rock Island Rapids also known also called the Battle of Campbell Island was fought here, on Campbell’s Island. On Sunday, March 5 at 2pm at the... Read More

Calling all Mothers and Sons! Break out the dancing shoes and bow ties. It’s time for the Mother Son Formal at the RiverCenter in Davenport! That’s right, the Davenport Parks and Recreation department is throwing their annual Mother Son Formal on Sunday, March 5 from 5-8pm at the RiverCenter. Tickets are $30 for residents and $36 for non-residents, and can be purchased at: https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us/CourseActivities.aspx?id=17&cat=11. These prices are for each individual. This evening will include a dinner buffet, crafts, chances to win prizes and an opportunity to show off your... Read More

The 26th Annual Women’s Health & Lifestyle Fair will be taking place Saturday, March 4 at the RiverCenter (136 E 3rd St in Downtown Davenport). Admission is only $1! This event focuses entirely on Women’s daily health and lifestyle choices. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to receive tips and guidance on things like fashion, fitness, home decorating, health and wellness, finances, food and cooking, entertainment, spirituality and much more. This year’s featured guest is Jen Widerstrom, best known for her role on “The Biggest Loser”. She recently published her first book,... Read More

Fifteen cities. Two Countries. One voice. This weekend, an event like none other will be happening here in the Quad Cities. Gigi’s Playhouse’s annual I Have a Voice! Gala will be simultaneously happening in 15 cities on Saturday, March 4. One of the chosen locations is our very own IWireless Center in Moline. This 2017 Gala is a celebration for families, donors and other community members. The event goes from 5:30 pm through 11:30 pm and will include entertainment, a cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, silent and live auctions, raffles, and much more. Tickets are $85 and can be purchased through... Read More