Fall Frieze Lectures, “Ideas That Changed Everything,” with Augustana College. Celebrate our 150th year with other ideas that had big impacts on their time. Join us at 2 pm, Thursday, Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, and Nov. 10 at our Downtown Library for free presentations by Augustana College professors.The speaker schedule has changed since our last email, so please read on! Dr. Paul Olsen, of the Augustana English Department, will kick off our series on October 20 by discussing the great “truths” of American icon William Styron, best known for Sophie’s Choice. The New York Times 2006... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library’s Craft-Tea program is designed to allow makers of all disciplines to create and connect with others. On Thursday, October 20th,  Craft Tea will start an updated schedule by holding the program on the third Thursday of each month att 7:00 PM. Craft Tea meets in the Creation Studio of the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. Crafters aged 16 through adult are welcome to bring their own projects for this dedicated work time and to enjoy a beverage along with the opportunity to socialize with other crafters. Complimentary tea... Read More

There are still a few spots left at the best event of the season with Ballet Quad Cities! We’re talking about the Disco Party at the Club, taking place at The Outing Club, 2109 Brady St., Friday! Doors open at 5:30; performance is at 7:30. Join us for our annual Halloween Fundraiser to raise money for pointe shoes! Catch the energy and movement of the ‘70s and disco at the club! Fifteen professional dancers are transforming The Outing Club and bringing electric performances inspired by the legendary era. Celebrate with cocktails and dinner while enjoying the nightclub vibe at our pointe... 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

Blue Cat Brewing Co. is all about bringing the fun! Celebrate the magic of the beloved television series with a special trivia night! Stranger Things Trivia Wednesday, October 19th @ 7pm Blue Cat Brewing Co. (Rock Island, IL) Covering ALL 4 Seasons! *FREE To Play *Up To 8 People per Team *Win House Cash & Prizes Learn more: STRANGER THINGS TRIVIA  Read More

A ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the Dr. Frank Lupton Pavilion at Horn Field Campus will begin at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, with remarks at 4:15 p.m. The event is hosted by the Western Illinois University Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration. It will be held rain or shine. Lupton, also known as “Doc,” was a professor emeritus from WIU’s RPTA program, who retired in 1993. He passed away in March 2021, and, since then, numerous memorials to him have been placed at Horn Field Campus and its outdoor classroom, funded by many alumni and friends of Doc... Read More

Overbooked, the teen book club, will take place at 6 p.m. tonight at Silvis Public Library, 806 1st Ave., Silvis. Refreshments will be provided. Talk about the book you are currently reading! New members are always welcome. Limited to 10 attendees. Sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library and Royal Neighbors Chapter 20167. Read more here.  Read More

Journey, with special guests Toto, are playing at 7 p.m. March 21 at Vibrant Arena at The Mark, 1201 River Drive, Moline. All ages require a ticket. Doors open at 6:00 pm NO BAG POLICY: Bags will no longer be permitted in the arena with the exception of a small 5 x 7 clutch purse or a small diaper bag if entering with an infant. WALK-THRU METAL DETECTORS: Fans will be required to enter through a walk-thru magnetometer (similar to the type used in airports). CASHLESS CONCESSIONS AND MERCHANDISE: The Vibrant Arena has cashless transactions for food and beverage or retail purchases. Sale Dates and... Read More

The Quad City Symphony Orchestra will present “Two Remain” on Saturday, October 22 at Augustana College’s Brunner Theatre. “Two Remain” is a moving and emotional two-act chamber opera by composer Jake Heggie and librettist Gene Scheer is based on the true stories of two Holocaust survivors. In Act I, Krystyna Żywulska, assisted by ghosts of Auschwitz, shares her story of survival with a journalist. In Act II Gad Beck is haunted by his first love, the poet Manfred Lewin, who perished in Auschwitz. Featuring Ernesto Estigarribia, conductor Presented as Part of Out of Darkness, Holocaust... Read More

An Evening With C.S. Lewis, starring David Payne, will hit Davenport’s Adler Theater at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. Tickets are on sale now! Questions? Call (563) 326-8500 or email boxoffice@riverctr.com An Evening with C.S. Lewis – the year is 1963 and C.S. Lewis, the famous British author, is hosting a group of American writers at his home near Oxford. They are about to experience a captivating evening with a man whose engaging conversation and spontaneous humor made him one of the great raconteurs of his day. Seated in his living room and in front of a warm fire he recalls the people and... Read More