Rock Island Library will be hosting a Teen YouTube Challenge Video Night  Tuesday, Feb 20, 5:30 to 7:00 pm, at the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th St. Teens who enter the Quad City wide Teen YouTube Video Challenge could see their work on the big screen at the Putnam. If you need help with your entry, try the Rock Island Public Library’s Teen YouTube Video Challenge night on Tuesday, February 20. The event, offered from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Downtown Library, helps support the creative process by supplying props, cameras, laptop computers, help with editing and uploading, and entry... Read More

Looking for a fun and educational event for the whole family this weekend? This Saturday Feb 10, the Nahant Marsh Educational Program will be holding their monthly family program. Come out from 10 – 11 a.m. for this month’s program, Owls! As nocturnal raptors, owls have many amazing adaptations to hunt prey at night. Come learn about the habits of these birds by looking at skulls, wings, and mounts. Students will also get to study and dissect owl pellets! Tickets for this amazing program are only $3 for members and $6 for guests. There is no fee for adults accompanying children. Registration... Read More

Are you a father who has been blessed with a daughter that you would do anything for? Then here is your opportunity to take that little lady out for an unforgettable evening! Make this Saturday Feb 10 Daddy/Daughter Date Night! Thanks to the Rock Island Parks and Recreation Department, Daddy/Daughter Date Night will be taking place at the Rock Island Fitness & Activity Center (4303 24th Street Rock Island) from 6-8 p.m. Dance the night away with music provided by a DJ. Play games, enjoy free face painting, cool off with some refreshments and make sure to check out the photo booth! Every couple... Read More

The children of today will become our leaders of tomorrow. Thanks to the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley, more children in our area will have an opportunity to pursue their dreams and goals. And now, you have an opportunity to help, as well! This Saturday Jan 27, the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley will be hosting ‘A Place to Become’, the BGCMV 3rd Annual Gala! You are invited to step behind the blue doors to experience a glimpse inside the BGCMV. The Gala will take place at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, located at 2021 State St Bettendorf. Cocktail... Read More

Are you or someone you know planning a wedding this year? Then you have to check out the 2018 Jaycees Bridal Expo! This year’s Bridal Expo is happening Saturday Jan 27 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the RiverCenter, located at 136 E 3rd Street Davenport. Tickets are only $12 in advance and can be purchased online at https://www.jcexpo.com/. The price of tickets will increase to $14 at the door. The 2018 Jaycees Bridal Expo is projected to be the largest bridal fair in the Quad City Area! Nearly 150 vendors will participate in the Expo and nearly a thousand brides will attend to plan their own dream... Read More

Are you regularly invited to tea parties by your little one? Well, here is your opportunity to that that magical bonding time to the next level! This Saturday Jan 27, you are invited to an elegant afternoon tea party! That’s right, it is time for the Mother Daughter Tea at the Butterworth Center and Deere-Wiman House (1105 8th Street Moline). There will be two separate tea parties, one going from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and the other 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Feel free to dress up for the occasion. Come and enjoy tea time by sipping an array of aromatic teas, taste fancy desserts and play lovely parlor... Read More

If you are looking for a family-friendly event this weekend, then head to Putnam Museum for Family Fun Night! This Friday Jan 19, from 5-8:30 the Putnam Museum (1717 W 12th Street Davenport) is hosting Family Fun Night with Outstanding Oceans! Come expand yours and your children’s knowledge of the ecosystem that covers more than 2/3 of the planet, the ocean! Learn what life would be like living on coral reef, what you can tell about a whale by looking at its tail and much more! Discover how you can make a difference with activities in the Grand Lobby. Then head to the GIANT screen at 6:30 p.m.... Read More

Looking for a fun and safe way to spend New Year’s Eve? Then make plans to hang out at Skate City QCA & Laser Tag Alley! Skate City’s New Year’s Eve Bash includes an all-night lock-in from 6 p.m. – 6 a.m. this Sunday Dec 31 through Monday Jan 1! Tickets are only $47 and skate rentals are $3. Ticket price includes admission, pizza and pop buffet, breakfast, unlimited laser tag and a midnight balloon drop with over 1,000 balloons! During the balloon drop, participants will receive horns, serpentines, blow-outs, hats and tiaras to bring in the new year! Throughout the evening you can enjoy... Read More

If you have little ones, you know it can be difficult to keep those active little bodies awake until midnight for New Year’s celebrations. Well now you don’t have to worry about that! The Family Museum in Bettendorf (2900 Learning Campus Drive) is hosting their annual Noon Year’s Eve Celebration this Sunday Dec 31 from 9 a.m. – noon. Noon Year’s Eve offers kids a chance to celebrate the arrival of the New Year during the daylight hours with a countdown at noon! Noisemakers, party hats and lots of confetti will be available for this countdown. There will also be art activities for the... Read More

Looking for a fun way to celebrate the New Year with your little one? How about story time on the Putnam Museum’s GIANT screen? That’s right, the Putnam Museum is holding their monthly Story Time in the GIANT Screen Theater this Saturday Dec 30 at 10:30 a.m. This month’s story is The Night Before New Year’s, written by Natasha Wing and illustrated by Amy Wummer. Putnam educator Ms. Patty will lead story time on the GIANT screen. An experience that is sure to become a lasting memory! After the story, an activity will be provided for you and your child. Story time is free, but it is asked... Read More