The 2021 Mecum Gone Farmin’ Fall Premier vintage tractor auction will be held at the brand new and incredibly modern Bend XPO venue on the Mississippi River in East Moline, Illinois, this Nov. 11-13. This action-packed auction event will feature 400 vintage tractors, 100 vintage trucks and 375 lots of Road Art available for on-site inspection and purchase. Currently, there are 17 private tractor collections consigned to the Fall Premier auction, and they include the makes of International, John Deere, Oliver, Allis-Chalmers, Ford and more. Among the featured tractors consigned to the auction... Read More

There are only TWO more chances to see “Disenchanted” at Circa ’21 in Rock Island — today and Friday! “Disenchanted!” runs through Nov. 6 and has scheduled performances on Wednesday and Friday evenings at 7:45 p.m., and Wednesday matinées at 1:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $56.55 for the evening dinner-and-show productions and $49.73 for the plated-lunch matinées. Reservations are available through the Circa ’21 ticket office. Contact the theater at 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island or by calling 309-786-7733 ext. 2. Due to state requirements, masks must be worn by all Circa... Read More

Comedian Nate Bargatze announced today his The Raincheck Tour is coming to the Adler Theatre in Davenport on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Fresh off the release of his highly anticipated second Netflix special, The Greatest Average American, now streaming worldwide on Netflix, The Raincheck Tour will feature all new material. Reserved seat tickets will go on sale this Friday, November 5 at 10:00 a.m. online at Ticketmaster.com and in person at the Adler Theatre Box Office (136 E 3rd St). Tickets are $39.75, $49.75 and $69.75. Hailing from Old Hickory, Tennessee, stand-up comedian Nate... Read More

Join us Wednesday, November 3rd at 6:00 pm for a presentation by author William Hampes. When people think of television and film Westerns what tends to come to mind are the great feats of physical bravery of the heroes. However, as pointed out in Hampes’ book, “Cowboy Courage: Westerns and the Portrayal of Bravery,” many of these Westerns also portray examples of moral and psychological courage, often by ordinary individuals. The presentation will discuss how these films and television programs focus on finding the moral and psychological courage to love, to redeem oneself for failures,... Read More

Truth First Film Alliance is partnering with the Figge Art Museum to present the “Stout Hearted: George Stout and the Guardians of Art” on Veterans Day evening November 11,, 2021. The documentary will screen free to the public at 6:30 p.m. in the Figge’s John Deere Auditorium. Director Kevin J. Kelley and producer Marie Wilkes will take part in Q&A following the 81-minute film. Veterans will be admitted free to the Figge Art Museum exhibits all day on Veterans Day. Admission is free to others from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. This special program is sponsored by the Northwest Illinois... Read More

From November 3rd 2021-January 3rd, 2022, Quad City Arts’ Art at the Airport presents oil paintings by Elisa Boughner of Glenview, IL, collagraphs by Luca Cruzat of Carbondale, IL, and ceramic sculpture by Lori Roderick of Rock Island, IL.  Elisa Boughner was born in the United States, raised in Mexico and studied art in America and Europe. Her work reflects the influence of each of these cultures. She says, “Color holds an emotional bond for the viewer and the artist alike. My work is about emotion, and I believe color and composition can create an undeniable joyful emotion when looking at... Read More

Lori (Wust) Menke, who had served as the office manager in the Western Illinois University (former) Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 27. She was 52. Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Wise Family Funeral Home in Roseville. Visitation will be held two hours prior to service. “The Western Illinois University community mourns Lori’s passing. We extend our deepest sympathies to Lori’s family, friends and colleagues,” said Western Illinois University President Guiyou Huang. Menke began working at WIU in... Read More

The FRIENDS of the Davenport Public Library have graciously sponsored a new, limited, service for patrons unable to get to the Library. Borrow by Mail kicks off on November 1st. Are you unable to make it to the Library but still want to receive Library materials? Now is your chance to enjoy Library materials without leaving your home! Borrow by Mail patrons must have a Davenport Public Library card to be eligible for this service. Eligible patrons can simply place a hold online or over the phone and choose by mail for pick-up location. It is as simple as that! When your items are ready, they will... Read More

Rock Island Park Board is offering various basketball clinics and leagues this winter season! Playing basketball is an enjoyable sport that suits many skill levels and ages, owing to its worldwide popularity. Playing a team sport, such as basketball, can provide unique physical and mental benefits. Research found that playing a team-based sport has a positive effect on bone strength. Check out the upcoming youth basketball programs: Basketball Clinic w/ Coach Tolivar (1st – 4th grade) Three day clinic: Saturdays 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 Basketball Skills & Drills (PreK – Kindergarten) Three... Read More

Join us Tuesday, November 9th at 4:00 pm to learn about social media and building an online presence, and how to use both to establish or build a career or business. This program is scheduled to be held in person at the Main Library (321 N. Main St.) and virtually. If you would prefer to attend in person, please register here: https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/event/7969739. If you would prefer to attend virtually, please register here: https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/event/8296234. Virtual registrants will receive an email with the meeting link. For in-person attendees, please observe social... Read More