Looking for fun events in Illinois and Iowa and the Quad-Cities this weekend? Listen to our Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Every week, we do a little podcast here called Weekend in 2 Minutes, where we run through some of the cool things going on in and around the Quad-Cities in Illinois and Iowa. It’s fun, free, and local, and it’s right here on your friendly neighborhood QuadCities.com! This week: Classic theater returns with Prenzies and Genesius Guild hitting the stage, dueling pianos tickle the ivories, and the summer concert season continues in earnest, in our Weekend in 2 Minutes!  Read More

I have boldly gone where some man may go, some day. Grandma, grab the smelling salts — I have been to the future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk. Well, it may be the future birthplace. It may not. Not even Gene Roddenberry, who created “Star Trek,” exacted the place of Kirk’s conception, other than to say it was a small Iowa town. The citizens of Riverside, Iowa, population 826, say that it will be in their tiny bosom that Kirk’s parents indeed will do the deed. Hold the birthday cards, though. Kirk’s supposed conception will take place on or about... Read More

The second annual Drag for Dogs show is back at The Village Theatre June 30 and they are pumped to make the show an absolute blast! Last year this event SOLD OUT, so be sure to grab your tickets to the Drag Show of the Year to support the wonderful dogs at the Humane Society of Scott County! Not only will you have a great time, but you will know your night of fun will be for a good cause! Details and tickets: DRAG FOR DOGS  Read More

Summer is on our doorstep and the Bettendorf Public Library is set to celebrate with the return of its wildly popular Summer Concert Series. The eleven-week series starts on June 1st and takes place each Thursday night at 6:30 PM at Faye’s Field located at 2850 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Attendees are encouraged to bring along food and drink to this program. In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be held inside the Bettendorf Public Library which is next to Faye’s Field. The Summer Concert Series band line up Is as follows: 6/29 – Tailfins 7/6 – Angela Meyer Band 7/13... Read More

Coal Valley Days is back June 30 and July 1! This is a yearly festival that has fireworks, bands, food, bounce houses, a petting zoo, kids’ game show, a car show, a parade, and much more! Admission is Free to get in! Wristbands will be available for purchase for the exclusive kids area: $10 per day or $15 for a complete weekend pass! For a complete schedule check out COAL VALLEY DAYS  Read More

Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) is joining the Department of Commerce to announce over $1 billion to expand high-speed internet access in rural communities across Illinois.   “I welcome this much-needed investment to expand high-speed internet access across our rural communities,” said Sorensen. “I’ll continue to make sure families in Central and Northwestern Illinois, regardless of ZIP code, have access to the health care, education, and economic opportunities provided by an internet connection in 21st century America.”   “Thanks to President Biden’s Investing in... Read More

Are you a fan of anime? Interested in drawing attention to your favorite art form? Are you in 5th – 8th grade? Want to learn more about Asian culture? Then stop by the Kids Anime Club at the Moline Public Library! A fun drop-in program where you don’t have to read the same thing everyone else is reading – just come to watch anime, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans! Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month in the Children’s Programming room! Learn more: ANIME CLUB  Read More

Due to popular demand a matinee performance has been added for Nate Bargatze: The Be Funny Tour coming to the Adler Theatre on October 29. Event Date and Time: Sunday, October 29 at 4:00 PM. General On-Sale: Friday, May 12 at 10:00 AM. EXCLUSIVE PRESALE TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR ADLER THEATRE EMAIL CLUB MEMBERS: Use promotional code: GREATEST Presale Starts: Thursday, May 11 at 10 AM Presale Ends: Thursday, May 11 at 10 PM (12 hours only) Hailed this year as “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up,” by The Atlantic Magazine and a “Rising Star,” by CBS Morning, 2021 Grammy nominated comedian and podcaster... Read More

MOLINE, IL (June 23, 2023) – The QC Strikers Warriors are nationals-bound! Vibrant has announced a send-off pep rally in support of the U15 boys team as it heads to the 2023 US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup in Wichita, Kansas. On Tuesday, June 27 th at 5:30pm, Vibrant – who sponsors QC Strikers Youth Soccer – will host a reception at the company’s headquarters at 6600 44th Ave in Moline, IL. The event will celebrate the success of the Warriors’ regular season and the honor of representing the state of Iowa at the prestigious youth soccer event. For the third consecutive season,... Read More

Deana Carter is coming to Rhythm City Casino on Thursday, July 6! Drenched in sun-kissed natural beauty both inside and out, Nashville native, Deana Carter, didn’t take a seemingly easy route to stardom, but instead chose to defy the conventional expectations of the typical Nashville artist blueprint and make her own mark. And she did, undeniably taking the industry and fans by storm with her wildly successful multi-platinum international debut “Did I Shave My Legs For This?” more two decades ago. Anchored by the dreamy super hit” Strawberry Wine”, Carter showcased her own blend... Read More