Chicago psychedelic rock group Umbra & the Volcan Siege will be playing a set at Ragged Records at noon on Saturday, April 21, in celebration of Record Store Day as noted at http://www.raggedrecords.org/blog/2018/3/26/event-record-store-day-2018. Umbra and the Volcan Siege was founded in 2006 by JIm Licka embracing his “super hero ultra-identity” as UMBRA. Umbra is surrounded by his siege of musicians which help create a sound-scape of genre bending music. Umbra and the Volcan Siege has released three albums and is releasing their 4th “Someone Will Love You But It’s... Read More

Join Davenport Parks & Recreation Staff in a celebration of Earth Day at Fejervary Learning Center, this weekend! Sunday Apr 22 Davenport Parks & Recreation Staff will holding an Earth Day Extravaganza at Fejervary Learning Center (1800 W 12th Street Davenport) from 12-4 p.m. There is no admission cost to come celebrate, but registration is requested. You can register by calling River’s Edge at (563) 322-5220 or online at https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us/ViewCourseActivityDetails.aspx?id=C109264. Start your day off with a guided spring cleanup and planting around the Learning Center!... Read More

Learn what actions your family can take to help our planet thrive for generations to come by attending Niabi Zoo’s Earth Day celebration this weekend! This two-day Earth Day event is happening at the Niabi Zoo (13010 Niabi Zoo Road Coal Valley) this Saturday Apr 21 and Sunday Apr 22 at 10 a.m. Niabi’s educators along with other conservation organizations from the community will have hands-on activities and educational sessions to raise awareness about conservation and provide a path to action. Global preservation efforts start in your own backyard! Take part in the world’s largest... Read More

The 27th Annual KWQC Women’s Health and Lifestyle Fair is happening this weekend! Saturday Apr 21 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. you are invited to the 2018 KWQC Women’s Health and Lifestyle Fair at the RiverCenter (136 E 3rd Street Davenport)! Admission is just a $2 donation for adults and free for those 18 and under. Every single dollar raised goes to local charities. The WHLF is the only event of its kind in the Quad Cities that focuses entirely on Women’s daily health and lifestyle choices and all aspects of daily living, including fashion, fitness, home decorating, health and wellness,... Read More

While many children find great enjoyment in hitting the local skate rink, there are some who unfortunately are not able to appreciate the stimulating lights and music. So why not create an ambience conducive to an enjoyable time for all? Ribbons for Kellsey, a local organization raising awareness for those living with Epilepsy and Autism, are hosting a Sensory Friendly Skate Party this Sunday Apr 22 from 5-7 p.m. at Skate City QCA & Laser Tag Alley (1140 Avenue of the Cities East Moline)! This amazing event will allow those who may otherwise experience sensory overload to enjoy an evening... Read More

Kick off the summer with a fun filled family day, as well as learning about all the fun programs in the QC for the summer at Came Abe Lincoln this weekend! Awaken summer imagination this Saturday Apr 21 from 1-4 p.m. at Camp Abe Lincoln (1624 Front St Blue Grass) with Health Kids Day! This event is free and open to the public. Activities for the whole family will be available for an exciting and exhilarating day! Come enjoy some archery, canoeing, arts and crafts, Gaga, a petting zoo, scavenger hunt, family boot camp, Zumba, tumbling and dance, Tae Kwon Do and 17 vendor booths from Family Organizations... Read More

Quad-Cities-based Mid America Premier Red, the top-ranked U10 youth soccer team in the Midwest, began its 2018 outdoor tournament season in winning fashion, with resounding thumpings of teams from throughout Illinois in the John Gaspar Soccer Tournament, including a demolishing 15-3 win in the title game. Playing in horrible weather conditions throughout the weekend, MAPS began action Saturday morning, ripping through biting wind and pelting rain to shellack their first opponent, 8-3. Connor Wehr poured it on for Premier with a hat trick, nailing all three goals in the second half, and Lawson... Read More

Come enjoy some soothing singing while supporting the Quad-City Music Guild Youth Chorus this weekend! The Quad-City Music Guild Youth Chorus will perform their Spring Concert this Sunday Apr 15 at 2 p.m. at the Music Guild Theater (1584 34th Avenue Moline). Tickets for the concert are $10 for adults and $5 for children (12 and under). Tickets may be reserved online at http://www.qcmusicguild.com, by calling the QCMG Box Office at (309) 762-6610 and at the door on the day of the concert. Under the direction of Valeree Pieper, Moline and accompanied by Randin Letendre, also of Moline, the Youth... Read More

Have you ever wanted to check out Autocross? Whether as a spectator or driver, now is your chance The Great River Region SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) is kicking off the 2018 season this Sunday Apr 15 at the Quad City Downs (5005 Morton Drive East Moline)! What is Autocross, you ask? Autocross (also called “Solo”, “AutoX”) is a timed competition in which drivers navigate one at a time through a defined course on either a sealed or an unsealed surface (typically a parking lot or airport runway). It is a form of motorsports that emphasizes safe competition and active participation.... Read More

Get ready for an unforgettable show from the best Ozzy Osbourne tribute band in the Midwest this weekend! Killer of Giants, the most authentic Ozzy/Sabbath tribute band around, is heading to the River Music Experience (129 N Main St Davenport) this Saturday Apr 14. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show begins at 9 p.m. Must be 19 and over to attend or be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The members of Killer of Giants are HUGE fans of Ozzy and Black Sabbath! They have a passion for recreating a real Ozzy Osbourne concert experience. Killer of Giants prides themselves on performing Ozzy Osbourne... Read More