The National Esports Collegiate Conference (NECC) will host a series of scholastic LAN events throughout the 2021-22 academic year called the Hometown Series.  A LAN event stands for Local Area Network event where players connect computers together for multiplayer video games played simultaneously. In conjunction with St. Ambrose University, the NECC’s Hometown Series will head to Davenport, Iowa, on Saturday, October 23 and Sunday, October 24.  Visit Quad Cities is also serving as a presenting partner in the event.  The state-of-the-art Rhythm City Casino will serve as the host location for... Read More

“Winnie the Pooh” is stumbling and bumbling into Davenport Junior Theater this weekend — and all shows are free admission. The performances (at Nighswander Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.), will be Saturday Oct. 23 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., and Sunday Oct. 24 at 3 p.m. Admission is free for everyone, first come, first served. Based on the novel published in 1926 by A.A. Milne, “Winnie the Pooh” tells the story of a lovable bear and his misadventures when his heart, and tummy, get too focused on honey. Mayhem ensues when two new animals arrive at the forest; Kanga and Roo. Piglet gets a bath, Pooh... Read More

Saturday in the Arts is a weekly feature covering a trend, subject, event or personality of local interest. It runs every Saturday morning on your site for the best entertainment and arts coverage in the area, QuadCities.com! Music certainly can change lives, but unfortunately it couldn’t save the life of Pierce Cordle. The intelligent, driven, happy 22-year-old guy – who played trumpet since 5th grade – was working a job he loved, in a Peoria hospital emergency room, and was planning to go to med school to fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor. But seemingly out of nowhere on Dec. 8, 2016,... Read More

The Bettendorf Public Library is offering chess players the perfect opportunity to hone their skills at its Bettendorf Adult Chess Club. On Saturday, October 23rd from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, players from around the community are invited to match up against other players in casual games. The Bettendorf Adult Chess Club meets at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. No registration is required to attend this free program. Bettendorf Public Library staff members well versed in the game of chess will be on hand to host casual games. The club seeks to provide... Read More

The Rock Island Speakeasy’s latest incarnation of “Rocky Horror” to slink out of the lascivious basement of ill repute is an absolute must-see, a tongue in cheek, tongues in cheeks, ribald riot. Driven in particular by the wonderfully smarmy performance of narrator Doug “Dougie” Kutzli, the powerful and sexy belt of Kira Rangel as Janet, and the marvelously campy Anthony Hendricks as Frank N Furter, it’s an absolute blast, one of the most fun and funny “Rocky’s” I’ve ever seen — and I’ve seen quite a few. I’ve probably... Read More

Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out our Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Rocky Horror, Stone Temple Pilots, haunted houses and more — it’s your weekend in 2 minutes and your guide to fun this weekend! Listen HERE!  Read More

Join Davenport Junior Theatre, Annie Wittenmyer Complex, 2822 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, for a free, outdoor Halloween event on their great lawn at 5:30 tonight. Games, candy, cakewalks, stories, costume contests, and more! A free short play will also be available for viewing in the theatre building! Fun for all ages.  Read More

See you Saturday at Contrary Brewing Co. in MUSCATINE! Gilda’s Club Hops for Hope is pouring in on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 from 3 to 6 p.m. Fall festivities are just around the corner – join us at Contrary Brewing Company in Muscatine for an afternoon of beer tastings (flights), live music, and a pink pumpkin contest! Event Details: $20 ticket per person per beer flight: 6 delicious beers to try Live music by Alex Fishbach, acoustic guitarist Silent Auction Pink Pumpkin Contest – A pink pumpkin decorating contest in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Judges will select... Read More

Stop by the Fairmount Library (3000 N. Fairmount St.) on October 27th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for a Trunk-or-Treat event. Local community organizations, city departments, and library partners will be handing out Halloween goodies. Don’t forget to dress up in your costumes! This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit www.davenportlibrary.com or call the library at (563) 326-7832.  Read More

Looking for a spot to showcase your talents? How about the Bootleg Hill open mic night? The musical open mic night is back. Happening weekly at Bootleg Hill Honey Meads in downtown Davenport. All are welcome. Hosted by Dan Fennesy and starts at 8 p.m.  Read More