Calling all little conductors! All aboard the Quad City Botanical Center train! In partnership with the Heartland Central Railroad Club, this year’s annual Little Conductor’s Day will be taking place on Sunday Aug 27 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Quad City Botanical Center. General admission fees or membership access apply to this event. No reservations are required. From 1-3 p.m. there will be crafts and activities. Train-related vendors will also be onsite with items for purchase. Conductors from the Heartland Central Railroad Club will be running their trains in the Railroad Garden for... Read More

If you are looking a fun family day this weekend, then look no further than Hampton Days! The Village of Hampton may be a quiet and small town along the Mississippi River, but this weekend they will be kicking it up a notch with a fishing derby for kids, craft and vendor fair, live music and so much more! The activities will take place on Saturday Aug 19 at the Hampton Heritage Center, located at 251 S State Ave Hampton. Here is the full schedule of fun: 7 a.m.                      Hampton Fire Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m.                      Cruise-In Car... Read More

Are you looking for a day of fun for the entire family, this weekend? Then look no further than the 2017 East Moline Freedom Fest! This year’s Freedom Fest will take place on Saturday Aug 19, downtown East Moline. The newly constructed bandshell will be in full swing, along with the 10th Annual Main Drag Car Show, vendor craft fair, 3 on 3 basketball tournament, Kid’s Toy Drop and much more! Here the full schedule of entertainment at the beautiful new bandshell: 1 p.m.                      Kate Holson 1:20 p.m.              Nyquist Roundhouse Martial Arts 2... Read More

Is there any better way to watch one of the best baseball movies of all time, than while sitting on a baseball field? Probably not! The Moline Parks and Recreation Department and Whitey’s Ice Cream have teamed up to bring ‘Angels in the Outfield’ to the big screen, outdoors! On Friday Aug 18 at Green Valley Sports Complex, field 5 will transform into an outdoor movie theater. ‘Angels in the Outfield’ will begin at 8:30 p.m. and admission is free. The concession stand will be open for all of your Movie at the Ballpark needs. No outside food or beverages are allowed. Bring the entire family... Read More

Through August 27, kids can join Sid the Science Kid on an amazing, scientific adventure when Sid the Science Kid: The Super-Duper Exhibit! opens at the Family Museum! This exciting, new traveling exhibit brings the award-winning PBS KIDS TV series Sid the Science Kid to life. For the first time ever, kids will be able to step into Sid’s world and become “science kids” themselves as they discover and investigate everyday science questions around Sid’s home, at school in the Super Fab Lab and on the playground. Through fun, hands-on activities, kids will use scientific tools and thinking... Read More

Snakes, turtles and lizards? Oh my! It must be Reptile Day at the Niabi Zoo! This Saturday Aug 5 the Niabi Zoo (13010 Niabi Zoo Rd Coal Valley) is hosting their very own Reptile Day! To start the day off there is an opportunity to enjoy a nice Breakfast with the Reptiles. From 8:30 – 9:30 a warm breakfast buffet will be served. Breakfast will end before the zoo opens, so those in attendance will have a chance to explore the newest additions before the crowds arrive for Reptile Day! The cost for non-members for this event is $22 and for members the cost is $18. If interested, registration and... Read More

The end of the summer break is unfortunately approaching. Which means long lines at registration, school supply shopping and a Back to School Bash! That’s right, the Moline Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Back to School Bash on Sunday Aug 6 from 12-5 p.m. at Riverside Aquatic Center. The cost to enter the Aquatic Center for this event is only $1.00! Backpacks full of school supplies will be handed out to the first 100 children through the doors (each child must be present). A.D. Huesing will be providing free food (while supplies last) and Quad City Bouncy will have bounce houses... Read More

Do you enjoy magic? How about having fun and laughing with friends and family? Then you won’t want to miss this show! The Black Box Theatre of the Quad Cities (1623 5th Avenue Moline) will be presenting T.J. Regul, The Quad City Magician, on Friday July 28 from 7-8 p.m. Tickets are only $16 and can be purchased in advance on-line at https://thelittleboxoffice.com/theblackboxtheatre/event/view/67752. T.J. Regul, The Quad City Magician, will not disappoint with his high-energy and interactive comedy magic show. Fun will be had by the entire family! For more information on T.J. make sure to check... Read More

Looking for a free and fun event for the entire family this weekend? Then check out the 10th Annual Learn & Play Day at the John Deere Pavilion! On Saturday July 22, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. kids of all ages are invited to spend the day playing and learning about the work of John Deere customers! The John Deere Pavilion is located at 909 River Drive Moline and showcases the past and present of agriculture in a hands-on fashion that will prove to be an unforgettable experience. The 10th Annual Learn & Play Day will allow children to learn about life on a farm, see what it’s like to work... Read More

Ice cream socials, parades and apple pie contests? Oh my! It must be time for Walcott Day! Walcott Day is upon us, and this year’s theme is SuperHeroes for a SuperTown! Most activities will take place Victory Park, 202 East Otis Street in Walcott. Here is a full list of activities for the weekend: Friday July 14 6-7:30 p.m.          Ice Cream Social at Courtyard Estates (Proceeds go to Girl/Cub Scouts) Pulled Pork Dinner at Courtyard Estates (Proceeds go to Splash Pad) 7:30-8:30 p.m.  Kid’s Run- ¼ Mile for ages 6 and under, ½ Mile for ages 7-12 at Prairie View Park Dusk                        ... Read More