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All Senses Festival To Stun The Senses In The Q-C

July 10th, 2017
All Senses Festival To Stun The Senses In The Q-C

A new multimedia event, the All Senses Festival, is set to stun and delight the senses in the Quad-Cities this fall. The event takes place Sept. 28 through Oct. 1 at a variety of locales. All Senses Festival is literally a feast for the senses.   It is a collaboration of several ongoing artistic endeavors combined under one umbrella: 30 + performers, music, poetry, film, craft beer & food, an antique, craft and art fair, and much more.   The Festival incorporates multiple venues on both sides of the Mississippi river.  All Senses is a four day event taking place at The Figge Art Museum... Read More

Black Hawk Celebrates 90 Years With Sunday In The Park

July 8th, 2017
Black Hawk Celebrates 90 Years With Sunday In The Park

The Black Hawk State Historic Site is turning 90, and you’re invited to celebrate! On Sunday July 9, Black Hawk State Historic Site will be hosting the event, ‘Sunday in the Park: a 90th Anniversary Celebration, 1927-2017’. From 1-3 p.m. come out to enjoy field trips, tours, projects for children from the Twelve Moons book, building an eagle’s nest, make and take crafts by Chuck Wester, and other activities. From 3-4 p.m. enjoy music and refreshments. From 1882 to 1927 the Watch Tower Amusement Park occupied the area that would become Black Hawk State Historic Site. Black Hawk Park was... Read More

It’s A Dog Day At The Old Ballpark

July 7th, 2017
It’s A Dog Day At The Old Ballpark

Are you a dog lover? Do you hate to leave your favorite pooch at home, but really want to check out a River Bandit’s game? Then this is the event for you! That’s right, Sunday July 9 is Bring Your DOG to the Ballpark at Modern Woodmen stadium! All dogs are welcome! The game starts at 5:15, but get there early to meet with players for some pregame autographs. Come watch the River Bandits take on the Clinton Lumberjacks with your four-legged friends next to you! A portion of ticket sales will be going to benefit Kings Harvest Pet Rescue No Kill Shelter. If you would like to purchase tickets early,... Read More

Q-C Filmmakers To Helm New Eli Roth Horror Flick

July 7th, 2017
Q-C Filmmakers To Helm New Eli Roth Horror Flick

Quad-Cities born and raised filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods have been signed to direct “Haunt,” a new horror-thriller also written by Beck and Woods. They also penned Paramount’s “A Quiet Place” which stars John Krasinski and Emily Blunt and marks Krasinski’s major studio directorial debut. Production on “Haunt” is eyed for a fall start. The plot: On Halloween, a group of friends encounter an “extreme” haunted house which promises to feed on their darkest fears. The night turns deadly as they come to the horrifying realization that some nightmares are real. A Quiet Place,... Read More

Eldridge Summer Festival Shining Under The Light Of The Moon

July 7th, 2017
Eldridge Summer Festival Shining Under The Light Of The Moon

The Eldridge Summer Festival, themed Under the Light of the Moon, is officially here! Friday July 7 and Saturday July 8 the city of Eldridge will transform into a magical celebration of fun! Between the Moonlight Chase, talent shows, parade and more there will be plenty for the entire family to enjoy! Here is a full schedule for Friday July 7 and Saturday July 8: Friday July 7 7 p.m.                                        Talent Contest at NS High School   Saturday July 8 7-10 a.m.                                 Lion’s... Read More

Super Chevy Show Racing Into Cordova

July 6th, 2017
Super Chevy Show Racing Into Cordova

The Super Chevy Show is back and bigger than ever, and it’s heading to the Cordova International Raceway! On Saturday July 8, the 8-stop tour will be moving into the Cordova International Raceway from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. There are several ways to enjoy a Super Chevy Show. You can register your vehicle to drag race, enter your car in the professionally judged car show, display your car without the pressure of being judged or take in the excitement as a spectator. Any way that you choose, you can register and purchase tickets online at https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=39045#!. This series... Read More

Take A Cruise For The Children’s Therapy Center!

July 6th, 2017
Take A Cruise For The Children’s Therapy Center!

A pleasurable motorcycle cruise for a good cause? It doesn’t get much better than that! On Saturday July 8, A Brotherhood Aimed Towards Education (ABATE) 15 is hosting their Riding with Rudy’s- Taco Run to raise money for the Children’s Therapy Center. The entry fee for this ride is only $10. Registration will be from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Wiebler’s Harley Davidson (5320 Corporate Park Drive Davenport).  The ride will go through Iowa with stops at Go Fish in Princeton, Hunter’s in Low Moor, Desperados in Wheatland, No Place Special in Mt. Joy and will end at Rudy’s in Davenport with... Read More

QC Festival of Praise Attracts Military Support

July 5th, 2017
QC Festival of Praise Attracts Military Support

Something  very  exciting is happening this year at the annual QC Festival of Praise,  Sunday September 3 2017  in Le Claire Park Davenport. Executive Producer Kathryn Bohn says it will be a night that will honor the Quad Cities vibrant military presence. QC Festival of Praise will be partnering with the Military Warriors Support Foundation (MWSF)  from San Antonio TX . Recently,  the Military Warriors  Support  Foundation (MWSF) contacted Festival  organizers in their hopes to return and celebrate their  non profits’ 10th Anniversary.  MWSF Executive Director Ken Eakes  told us this... Read More

Jaycees Help With Playground Renovation Project

July 5th, 2017
Jaycees Help With Playground Renovation Project

Service to humanity is the best work of life. It’s not just part of the Jaycees creed but their DNA as Jaycees members. Jaycees of the Quad Cities, a 100% volunteer driven organization give countless hours and donations to make our community a better place to live, work and play. Members of the Jaycees of the Quad Cities will present a gift of $25,000 on-site to Hand-in-Hand, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that has been serving the Quad Cities since 2000 by creating fun, inclusive learning experiences for children and young adults. The check will go towards the organizations’ Playground... Read More

Celebrate The Holiday With Red, White And Boom!

July 1st, 2017
Celebrate The Holiday With Red, White And Boom!

The 4th of July is right around the corner. This means cook-outs, parades, concerts and FIREWORKS! The Quad Cities’ largest 4th of July celebration, Red White and Boom, will be held on Monday July 3 from 5-11 p.m. This bi-state event will have activities and entertainment on both sides of the river! Whether you choose to celebrate in Rock Island or Davenport, there will be no shortage of fun and enjoyment. The Modern Woodmen Park in Davenport will have free bounce houses for the kids, a scavenger hunt, face painting, crafts, live music and more! LeClaire Park in Davenport will have musical entertainment,... Read More