QuadCities.com is happy to partner with Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 2nd W. Ave., Milan! Interested in adopting a pet? Check out our Pet of the Week every Monday! Here’s this week’s pet… How do you look into this eyes and say no? Makushla or “Mack” as we call her, is begging to get out of a shelter and in a home with you. Some dogs just really don’t do well in a shelter, Makushla is amongst them. The loud noises, stress and constant foot traffic terrifies her. Mack does well with kids 12 and up, and cats. She isn’t a huge fan of other dogs though. Think you... Read More

An increasing number of young Americans are becoming caregivers to their older parents. They struggle to balance caregiving with a career and child-raising. Join us Monday, November 15th at 6:30 pm to learn what resources are available to family caregivers and the loved ones that they care for. Presented by Milestones Agency on Aging. This program is scheduled to be held in person at the Eastern Library (6000 Eastern Ave.) and virtually. To register for either session, visit https://bit.ly/dpl-caregivingforolderadults. Virtual registrants will receive an email with the meeting link. For in-person... Read More

All support groups are back in-person for November for Gilda’s Club Quad Cities. Highlighted support groups are being offered as a hybrid model. For hybrid groups, members can register to attend in-person or via Zoom. RSVP is REQUIRED for both options. Connecting Through Cancer Support Group: Tuesday, 1:00 – 2:30PM Weekly support group for adults with any type of cancer diagnosis. Members share thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Gynecological Cancer Support Group: Tuesday, 6:00 – 7:30PM. Weekly support group for family members and friends of those with any type of cancer diagnosis.... 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

Bettendorf Rotary members are determined to reach their goal of 800 blankets for their Acre of Warmth promotion! The event will end on Monday, November 1 and they still need 200 blankets to cover an acre. One couple from Davenport, Nancy and Neil Russell, made 95 hand-made quilts to donate to the drive. Picture attached. Quad Citizens are encouraged to drop off new or gently used blankets at the following Bettendorf locations: K&K Hardware Bettendorf Library Bettendorf City Hall Duck Creek Tire Ace Auto Doctor & Repair AAA Businesses are also encouraged to do a blanket drive with their... Read More

Hundreds of women (and men) are expected to attend the annual Quad Cities Go Red for Women Event on October 28 to raise funds to fight heart disease and stroke, the #1 killer of women. The event begins at 5:00 p.m. at Waterfront Convention Center. Go Red For Women is the American Heart Association’s nationwide movement that celebrates the energy, passion and power of women banding together to wipe out heart disease, the number one killer of women. The event includes an engaging and entertaining program, story from a local heart survivor, a heart-healthy dinner, silent auction, and other  opportunities... 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

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 High School Student Council is holding a student hunger drive to raise food for the hungry TONIGHT at the Rock Island vs. Quincy game at Rock Island Stadium at 6 p.m. The council will be collecting canned goods. People can get into the game for free with three canned goods (for children/students), and five canned goods (for adults). Help fill the truck with food for a great cause and watch a fun football game TONIGHT!  Read More

Keeper Wars Ink is excited to announce they will hold a National Qualifying event indoors at the TBK Bank Sports Complex in Bettendorf, Iowa, December 31, 2021 – January 2, 2022. “We are very excited to bring our Keeper Wars families to an area that brings fun for all who attend,” said Casey Clark, Keeper Wars Ink Founder & CEO.  “To bring a New Year’s Indoor National Qualifying event to the Midwest is something we have wanted to expand on, and we are thrilled that TBK Bank Sports Complex and Visit Quad Cities see our vision and have partnered up with us to make it happen!” We... Read More