If you are looking for a delicious way to spend your Wednesday evening this week, then look no further than PUB 1848! PUB 1848 (1601 River Dr. Moline) is hosting a Rum, Chocolate and Cheese Pairing this Wednesday Jul 25! The evening will be organized in a ‘classroom-like setting’ with groups of 8 enjoying delicious rums and food pairings. The rounds of pairing sessions will begin at 5:15 p.m. and will last 45 minutes each until 8:15 p.m. Four different rums will be paired with complimentary chocolates, cheeses and fruits. Groups will sample each rum one at a time while learning a bit about... Read More

It’s been called one of the best musicals of the 21st century for its honest exploration of mental illness and pain. It’s “Next to Normal,” and it’s coming to the Blackbox, 1623 5th Ave., Moline. The story centers on Diana Goodman, a wife and mother who struggles with bipolar disorder and the effect it has on her family. The 2008 American rock musical with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt was winner of three Tony Awards (2009), including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize. Heading the cast as Diana Goodman is Shana Kulhavy. David Miller will portray her... Read More

Want to experience the magic of dancing on stage with Ballet Quad Cities? Auditions will be held Saturday, September 8 for ages 7-11 and Tuesday, September 11th for ages 12 & up. Pre-registration required. Please call (309)786-3779.    Read More

Dress for Success Quad Cities will open to the public for their summer “Second Chance Sale” on Saturday, August 4. This much-anticipated sale gives shoppers the opportunity to buy new and gently-loved brand name attire and accessories at bargain prices. All funds raised benefit Dress for Success Quad Cities, the local nonprofit that provides professional clothing, a network of support, and career development tools to empower women to achieve economic stability. The event takes place Saturday, August 4, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  at  Dress for Success Quad Cities, 311 East 2nd Street,... Read More

Are you ready for the Quad Cities’ Biggest Homecoming Party? It’s time for a Street Fest! The 47th Annual Street Fest is happening Downtown Davenport, on 2nd Street between Brady and Ripley, this Friday Jul 27 and Saturday Jul 28! This all-ages event is FREE to enter! Enjoy tons of festival food and drinks, great live music, dozens of arts and crafts vendor and so much more!   Here is a full run-down of the live entertainment:  Friday Jul 27 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.    RME Blues All Stars/ Rock Academy 1:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.                    Lojo Russo 4:00... Read More

Do you have an aspiring young chef in your home? Then they are going to love the newest classes available at the Milan Hy-Vee! The Milan Hy-Vee (201 W 10th Ave Milan) is offering Junior Chefs Camp (9-13 years old) from Tuesday Jul 24 through Thursday Jul 26 in the Conference Room and One Step Garden. Morning sessions will run from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. and the afternoon sessions will be from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Allow your children to sharpen their cooking skills while having fun with other aspiring young chefs. Each class is led by Nina, Milan Hy-Vee’s store dietitian and will utilize produce from... Read More

The National ‘Miss You Can Do It’ Pageant is coming to the Quad Cities once again! The 15th Annual ‘Miss You Can Do It’ Pageant will be happening on Saturday Jul 21 at the Adler Theatre (136 E 3rd Street Davenport). From 6-9 p.m. the dreams of young girls from all over the country will come true! Founded by Abbey Curran, Miss Iowa USA 2008, the ‘Miss You Can Do It’ Pageant was created just for girls and women with special needs and challenges. Abbey was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at birth, and was predetermined to live a life of difficulties and obstacles. However, she went on to... Read More

I’m not sayin’ it was aliens, but… It was certainly unidentified, definitely flying and presumably an object, therefore it, by definition was a UFO, and I, and my son and his friend, saw it slowly gliding over the Mississippi River and Schwiebert Park going into Rock Island, Illinois. Giorgio Tsaukalos, take notes… It was a warm Monday night, July 9, just after sunset, and we were enjoying the weather and the atmosphere at the park on the river. Schwiebert is just east of the centennial bridge connecting Rock Island to Davenport, Iowa, just to the west of the Rock Island Arsenal military... Read More

Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne announces tour dates for his 25-date North American Just Passing Throughacoustic tour. John Stirratt of Wilco will accompany Ray on bass throughout the tour. The tour will kick off on October 7 in Portland, ME before making its way to the Adler Theatre in Davenport on Wednesday, October 24 at 7:30 p.m.  During the tour, LaMontagne will play New York City’s legendary Radio City Music Hall on October 10. The performance marks LaMontagne’s return to the historic venue for the first time in 10 years.   Tickets ($39.50, $49.50, $69.50, $79.50)... Read More

Looking for a free and fun event for the entire family this weekend? Then check out the 11th Annual Learn & Play Day at the John Deere Pavilion! On Saturday Jul 21, 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 1400 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 11th Annual Learn & Play Day will allow children to learn about life on a farm, see what it’s like to work... Read More