Bullying is serious business. But thanks to QC United and Pete the Purple Bull, bullying prevention in schools and communities can be both effective and enjoyable! Join QC United and Pete the Purple Bull in their Kindness Rocks Campaign! Show support and feel the power of kindness through the numerous events planned and sponsorships available throughout the coming months. While October is National Bullying Prevention Month, QC United is dedicated to assisting local youth fully access educational opportunities all year long. QC United operates several unique and exciting programs endorsed by multiple... Read More

Mother and daughters connect with their inner fairies (or trolls) at this magical event! The Quad City Botanical Center (2525 4th Ave Rock Island) is hosting a Mother & Daughter Fairy Frolic this Sunday Aug 19 from 1-3 p.m. Dress up as your favorite fairy, troll or magical creature and explore the enchanted gardens. There will be a fairy seek and find in the gardens, magical crafts, a photo booth and much more! The cost to attend is only $10 per person in advance, or $15 per person at the door. There is a discount for QCBC members! Purchase your tickets online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/rockislandparksandrec/Activity_Search/2891. Don’t... Read More

Spring is right around the corner, which means it’s time for Egg Hunts! The Rock Island Parks and Recreation are spicing things up, however, with an Underwater Egg Hunt! This Sunday Mar 18, join the Rock Island Parks and Recreation at the first ever Underwater Egg Hunt! The hunt will take place at the Rock Island Fitness and Activity Center from 1-3:30 p.m. The cost to participate in this one-of-a-kind egg hunt is only $5 (must be under 14 years to register). Registration can be completed online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/rockislandparksandrec/Activity_Search/2405. Hunting for eggs... Read More

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

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

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 ways to keep your children’s minds active while school is out for the holidays? Sounds like you could use some scientific help! Putnam Museum presents A Week of Free Science Demos from Dec 26-29. Head to the museum’s Grand Lobby to wake those brains up! Educators will be dropping knowledge every day at 10:50 a.m., 1:25 p.m. and 2:35 p.m. Free Science Days is led by the Putnam Education Team. From chemical reactions to playing with fire, the Education Team will excite and engage with fresh demonstrations for all ages! While the demos in the Grand Lobby are free to the public, admission... Read More

Looking for a kid-friendly event this weekend? How about one that involved gingerbread houses? Both Bettendorf and Moline (John Deere Rd) Hy-Vee locations are holding their Kids in the Kitchen events this Saturday Dec 16 and both classes are focusing on holiday fun! Join Bettendorf Hy-Vee dietician Lauren for Kids in the Kitchen: Gingerbread Houses and Holiday Recipes from 1-2 p.m. The cost per child is $12. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to attend. Registration is required. To register, contact Lauren by calling Bettendorf Hy-Vee at (563) 332-8496 or by sending an e-mail... Read More

Are you children a fan of Jungle Bungle? How about Polar Express? If so, this is the event for you! This Friday Dec 15 Happy Joe’s Pizza & Jungle Bungle is hosting Polar Express Night at Jungle Bungle! From 5-8 p.m. bring the kids in their pajamas for half priced admission to the fun-filled Jungle Bungle gym and arcade. Hot chocolate and Polar Express themed activities will provide enjoyment for the entire family! The last evening for this one-of-a-kind event will be on Friday Dec 22 from 5-8 p.m. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy some pizza, fun and holiday cheer!  Read More

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for a star-studded talent extravaganza as Disney On Ice presents Reach For The Stars at the TaxSlayer Center, this weekend! Starting on Thursday Nov 30 and going through Sunday Dec 3, there will be numerous opportunities to witness the magic and music from Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Rapunzel, Belle and much more! For a full list of show times and ticket prices, visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/disney-on-ice-presents-reach-taxslayer-center-formerly-known-as-moline-il/venueartist/49264/1742147. Come experience the magic these Disney favorites... Read More