Get into the groove at Rock Island’s Schwiebert Park! Come listen to live music along the Rock Island riverfront at Schwiebert Park, 1st Ave. and 18th St.  Sponsored by Rock Island Parks and Recreation and sponsored in part by: Rock Island Happy Joes, Alternating Currents, Friendship Manor, Bent River Brewing Company, and Mississippi Valley Blues Society. Thursday Night Groove 8/17/2023 Alternating Currents (Artist TBA) 8/24/2023 Kara Grainger Band (Mississippi Valley Blues Society) 8/31/2023 Funktastic 5 (GECU Night) 9/7/2023 Crooked Cactus Band 9/14/2023 Class of ’82 9/21/2023 Soul... Read More

Are you ready to be terrified? To have your core shaken? Then you must check out the scariest haunted attraction in the QCA before it’s too late — Terror At Skellington Manor, running weekend nights through Halloween! Skellington Manor, located at 420 18th Street Rock Island, was built in the late 1800’s and was previously a Masonic Temple. The building has been deemed as one of the ‘most active investigations in Rock Island’ by a paranormal investigation team. Many reports of spooky and scary occurrences have been made regarding this allegedly haunted building. And now you have an... Read More

Continuing a strong transfer partnership, Spoon River College and WIU Admissions have partnered together to create a designated space where students can easily find their WIU representative. An admissions representative is at SRC-Macomb and SRC-Canton multiple times per month to meet with students. Admissions can help students start an application, navigate their next steps after application and walk through questions and ensure a seamless transfer to WIU. “WIU is pleased to have this branded space for students to continue to think about WIU” WIU Associate Director of Admissions and... Read More

Join Moline Public Library as we show our care for our community through donations to our local shelters and Moline High School. The Chilly Days Donation Drive is our way to help ensure that no one has to be without warm winter gear, personal care items, and household supplies through the upcoming months. The Library will collect items for four local agencies, who need the following: Bethany for Children and Families hygiene products cleaning supplies dental care items school supplies diapers Christian Care white t-shirts (L, XL, 2XL) men’s jeans (smaller sizes) cleaning products (all-purpose... Read More

It’s spooky season, and that means it is time for treats in trunks! The annual Trunk or Treat will be held on Tuesday, October 26 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Family Resources, 2800 Eastern Ave., Davenport in the Campus Circle Drive. Learn more: TRUNK OR TREAT  Read More

I’ve been to Mexico, I’ve lived in Texas, I’ve saved 15% by switching my car insurance. This bean tostada served up MI Oaxaca is the most amazing thing I’ve tasted this week. You still have time to catch them at Marketplace at 2500 $4 and if you don’t love this, I’ll buy it off you (Minus 25 cents per bite taken.) seriously I’m for cereal. Welcome to the 10 out of 10 Club MI Oaxaca, so awesome. Your friend in food, Out to eat with Leo  Read More

The WIU and Macomb communities are invited to attend a special ceremony that will unveil a gift by the late Arlington and Arlene Seymour, marking the future expansion of the Great River Teacher Corps (GRTC). “Gifts like the Seymours’ make the difference at Western Illinois University,” WIU Vice President for Advancement, Alumni Relations and Athletics Clare Thompson said. Growing up in the midst of the Depression, the Seymours were devoted to WIU and worked hard to pay for their education, and now their dedication lives on by helping many students in need of financial assistance. They... Read More

Get ready to meet the Illinois and Iowa 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… Hope! Meet Hope! Even with just one eye we think Hope is paws-itively purrfect! Hope was born September... Read More

BOO! It is Niabi Zoo’s annual celebration of Merry not Scary Halloween Festivities. Many generous, local businesses will provide free treats to our Zoo guests. Wear your costumes, bring a smile, and enjoy the many annual Boo at the Zoo activities. Saturday, October 28 Boo at the Zoo Activity Hours: 10 am-3 pm Zoo Admission Hours: 10 am-5 pm, Last entry @ 4 pm Online tickets are not available for Boo at the Zoo. However, you can purchase tickets onsite on Oct 28 & 29 at the online discounted rate! Please remember that the Zoo cannot provide a separate entry line for members due to the many... Read More

Mark your calendars! Milltown is hosting their first-ever makers’ market on Saturday, October 21st, 12-4pm. There will be several local vendors selling unique, one-of-a-kind items, from handmade art to thrifted clothing & antiques. There will be live music throughout the event as well! Milltown’s coffee bar & kitchen will be open as normal and you can enjoy their new patio! Learn more: MILLTOWN MARKET    Read More