Looking for fun in the Illinois and Iowa Quad-Cities this weekend? Listen to our Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! This week: Martini Shake Off, Bald Eagle Watch, Corgi dog meet ups and much more in this week’s Weekend!  Read More

On February 15, 2024 the Quad Cities will sip on martini samples from local establishments to support a mission of Preventing Lost Potential™! You will spend an evening sipping with our area’s best martini samples while supporting a great cause! The 2024 Martini Shake Off™ presented by IMEG CORP. will feature delicious appetizers, incredible silent auction items and music by 10 of Soul! Tickets are $75 – don’t delay, buy your tickets online now! Learn more here: MARTINI SHAKE OFF    Read More

Solshine Reverie: On The Road Tour is coming to Common Chord’s Redstone Room on February 16th, 2024. Come out and support your local artists as they compete for a spot on the Solshine Reverie lineup and you’ll be automatically entered in to win a 3-Day GA Pass to the festival! Local artists can apply to perform at hive.co/l/solshinereverieotr Doors: 7:00pm // Show: 8:00pm Tickets: $10 in advance | $12 at the door Lineup To Be Announced. Learn more: COMMON CHORD  Read More

MACOMB/MOLINE, IL – – Have you thought about going back to school? The Western Illinois University School of Graduate Studies will offer multiple virtual information sessions this semester and summer. Individuals interested in pursuing a master’s degree, post-baccalaureate certificate or who want to take graduate level courses as a non-degree student are invited to attend and will be provided with the information needed to get started. Graduate Studies staff will provide a brief presentation and be present to answer any questions about degree options, curriculum, admission and... Read More

Going fishing for a good time this weekend? Get your reel out and fish in a great time at the QCCA Expo Center in Rock Island from Feb. 15-18. You can get a bunch of fishing gear and equipment and check out various related items during the four days. For more info, see here.  Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library is inviting curious music lovers to partake in the Opera Quad Cities programs taking place through the end of 2023. Held on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 PM, the individual events are designed to share the beauty of classical singing and operatic stories. These free programs do not require registration and take place at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. More information about this series and other Bettendorf Public Library events are available at www.bettendorflibrary.com. ABOUT the Bettendorf Public Library Information... Read More

Davenport West’s Show Choir, West Connection, is hosting its second annual Westside Showdown Show Choir Invitational on Saturday, February 24th at West High School. The competition is open to the public. General admission wristbands can be purchased the day of the event at the entrances for $15 for adults, and $10 for K-12 students and senior citizens. Children under five are free. Concessions and spirit wear will be available throughout the day. The competition will feature 11 high school groups including the show choirs from Davenport North, along with an exhibition performance by... Read More

If you dig Bluegrass, Jazz, Art-Rock… this show on March 3 is for YOU! Headliner: Way Down Wanderers Supporting Guest: Barefoot & Sunshine Doors: 7:00pm / Show: 8pm Tickets: $15 in advance / $18 day of show Seating: General admission. No guaranteed seating. Table reservations are available. Age Restriction: All Ages, (19 & Under accompanied by an adult) Learn more: COMMON CHORD        Read More

Three Rock Island High School Rocks wrestled this weekend at the Girls’ Sectional in Geneseo, Sanna Hampton is the lone State Qualifier, taking 3rd Place! She’ll be in Bloomington in 2 weeks at the Girls’ State Tournament! Congratulations!    Read More

Geronimo! Fall in love with the new Pet of the Week! QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! QCAWC Adoption & Education Center is at 724 2nd Ave. W. Milan, IL 61264. The number is (309) 787-6830. QCAWC Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic is at 612 1st St. W. Milan, IL 61264. Number is (309) 787-6830. Also check out qcawc.org This week’s Pet of the Week is… Geronimo! Geronimo is a 1 year old Pit Bull blend as handsome as can be! He has such a sweet personality,... Read More