Saw a pre-teen boy today in the grocery store wearing an Alex Morgan U.S. women’s soccer team jersey today. Told him I thought it was cool. He looked surprised that a.) I would recognize the jersey, and b.) that I would tell him it’s cool. His mom said “Thanks, usually nobody knows who it is, and if they do they give him a hard time about wearing a girl’s jersey.” But why would I? Alex Morgan is a freaking phenomenal player, and the team U.S.A. jerseys are pretty cool. Plus, I’ve seen plenty of girls wearing Lionel Messi and Ronaldo jerseys. And, let’s... Read More

The Black Box Theatre in Moline will present the area premier of “title of show” July 6-15! Jeff and Hunter, two struggling writers, hear about a new musical theatre festival. However, the deadline for submissions is a mere three weeks away. With nothing to lose, the pair decides to try to create something new with the help of their friends Susan, Heidi and Larry on the eighty-eights. With the cast in place, Jeff and Hunter begin a conversation about what to write about. Eventually, Jeff suggests they write about what to write about. They make a pact to write up until the festival’s deadline... Read More

The 2023 Summer Concert Series at Bass Street Landing Plaza is going on every Thursday in Moline! Live music starts at 6pm. This is a FREE event. And, with food and beverages available for purchase, all you need to bring is a lawn chair! Thank you to our sponsors – Stage and Vehicles Sponsors: Courtesy Car City and KEY Auto Mall Band Sponsors: Breakfast Optimist Club- Moline, IL and Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities Hospitality provided by Bent River Brewing Company, Lagomarcino’s, Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline, Pub1848, Stoney Creek Hotel Moline, and Restaurante El Mariachi – Moline No... Read More

The 10th Annual MoTown Craft Beer Festival will take place on Saturday, July 8th in the Bass Street Landing! 35+ Breweries, over 110 different styles of Craft Beer, Cider, Mead and other great craft drinks to sample from! Live Music from Karl Beatty, Food Trucks, Merch Tents, all for raising funds for four great local charities, The Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities, Mississippi Bend Tykes, The Peaceful Palate, and the Chris VanSpeybroeck Memorial Scholarship. Learn more: MOTOWN  Read More

Countryside Community Theatre will bring the iconic 1980’s film “Footloose” to life this weekend and next in Eldridge, Iowa! When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals... Read More

The Independence Day holiday ushers in an era of independence from fines at the Moline Public Library. Beginning Wednesday, July 5, the Library will stop fining for most overdue items. By eliminating late fees, the Moline Public Library joins a larger movement among libraries to ensure free, inclusive, and equitable service for everyone. “Moline Public Library strives to make our services accessible to all,” notes Library Director Bryon Lear. “We hope that eliminating fines for overdue materials will reduce barriers and encourage more people to use the library and check out without the fear... Read More

Viva La Divas is back Saturday at 9pm! Vivas La Divas has become the premiere drag show in the area showcasing the best performers from across the Midwest! As always, the show cast includes the beautiful, talented and award winning Dementia Jaide, Milange Cavalli and Justine Thyme. This month’s special guest performer is local favorite, Candi Stratton! We also welcome local comedian, Nikki Murry, as show emcee. Nikki is a hilarious comedian who’s performed both stand up and improv comedy throughout the Quad Cities. She will keep the show going and you laughing! This is a great “girls... Read More

Music, motorcycles, cold beer, food and a whole lot more will be featured at the all weekend Fourth of July at Poopy’s, 1030 Viaduct Road, Savannah. POOPY’S IS STACKED 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND Friday LOWLIFEat 8:30 PM Saturday Southern Jack 1-5PM Saturday KID ROCK Tribute Cowboy8:30PM Sunday Sadistic Cowboys 1-5PM Sunday Jammer 7-11PM Sunday CORVETTE DAY 1PM Monday Mix-ol-ogy Monday Rooster, Alice in Chains Tribute 7-11PM Tuesday Old School Band 1-5PM Come see what’s new at Poopy’s. BIKINI BIKE WASH BURNOUT PIT TATTOO PARLOR POOL BAR POPPYS GARAGE KAYAK RENTAL AXE THROWING LIVE... Read More

One candidate will interview Tuesday, July 11 for the open director position in the Western Illinois University Institutional Research and Planning office. The candidate is Palmer College of Chiropractic Senior Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness Dustin C. Derby. He has held that position since July 2007. Derby has also served as the Human Subjects Protection Administrator at Palmer since 2017; the coordinator of Student Activities, Recruitment and Retention at Sauk Valley Community College from June 2002-04; and assistant director of student activities at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical... Read More

The annual bi-state Red, White and Boom in downtown Davenport and Rock Island returns this year on July 3, 2023! Family-friendly activities will take place that evening in Davenport and Rock Island. At 9:30 p.m. fireworks will be shot, in sync to music broadcast on 97X, from two barges in the middle of the Mississippi River. Spectators can watch from free viewing areas along the riverfront including LeClaire Park in Davenport or Schwiebert Riverfront Park in Rock Island. Bring your own lawn chair. There will be plenty of activities on both sides of the river for families to enjoy ahead of the fireworks... Read More