Where can you enjoy samples of aromatic wines from around the world while helping college students raise scholarship funds? At St. Ambrose University’s Wine Festival, of course! The St. Ambrose Wine Festival has successfully raised more than one million dollars for student scholarships throughout its fifteen-year history. There is a trio of events to help raise these funds, and the annual Wine Tasting night is upon us! On Saturday May 20 from 3-6 p.m. at the St. Ambrose University campus (518 W Locust St Davenport) you can enjoy an afternoon of wine sampling and excellent food from local restaurants.... Read More

Ready for some SoDa? On May 20th the Moline dance studio has its SoDa Dance Crawl.  This is a walking tour of Moline, with a history of the studio, several short workshops by SoDa instructors, trivia and dinner, and a concert to end out the day.  The schedule is: 1:00-1:30  Everyone together for Salsa Rueda with Gunter.  Meet and park at the River House restaurant. (the lot to the East of Ducky’s and South of Bad Boys Pizza). 1:30-2:00  Everyone together for Line Dance with Kristy, still at River House.  Then we walk to either Acupoint or QC Motion. 2:30-3:00  Groups split, one heading... Read More

Come celebrate American Craft Beer Week at the Quad Cities Craft Beer Fest! This year’s QC Craft Beer Fest will take place on Saturday May 20 at the Bass Street Plaza (100 17th Street Moline). The hours are 1-4 p.m. with a VIP option from 12-1 p.m. General admission is $20 in advance (prior to 11:30 a.m. May 19) and $30 on the day of the fest. If you would like the extra hour, the VIP cost is $30 and is only available if paid in advance. This event will showcase the micro/nano breweries in the Quad Cities area. Attendees will be able to interact with the brewery representatives and each other. For... Read More

Are you looking for a fun, interactive and informative family activity this weekend? Then look no further! The 911 Centre, Crime Stoppers of the Quad Cities, Moline-Coal Valley School District, the Moline Fire and Police departments and the East Moline Fire and Police departments are holding their annual Passport to Safety event this weekend! This year’s Passport to Safety will happen on Saturday May 20 from 12-4 p.m at Wharton Field House (1601 15th Street Moline). This event is FREE and open to the public! There will be opportunities to explore police vehicles and fire trucks. There will also... Read More

It’s National Public Works Week! Come celebrate with the Bettendorf Public Works Department this weekend! On Saturday May 20 from 9 a.m until 1 p.m. the Bettendorf Public Works Department will be hosting their annual ‘Public Works Day Open House and Recycling Fair’ at the Maintenance Center, 4403 Devils Glen Rd Bettendorf. This event is FREE and open to the public. This is a great opportunity to check out the large public works equipment up close and personal. They will have garbage and recycling trucks, a sewer cleaning machine, street sweeper and loader. Information will be given on single-streaming... Read More

Looking for a fun and healthy way to get your kids involved in the kitchen? It’s no secret that including your children in meal planning and preparation builds healthier eating habits. It can, however, be difficult to know where to start. Hy-Vee food stores are hoping to help take some of the guess work out of how to involve the kids, with their ‘Kids in the Kitchen’ programs. These fun and educational kids’ cooking classes are held monthly at your local Hy-Vee stores for children ages 4-9. This May, Kids in the Kitchen utilizes a one of a kind Blender Bike for their ‘Kids in the Kitchen:... Read More

Have you ever wondered what it felt like to sit in the driver seat of a fire truck or police car? Well here is your opportunity! The City of Moline is kicking off National Public Works Week on Saturday May 13 with Touch-a-Truck! Sponsored by Sexton Ford, this event will go from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the City of Moline Public Works (3635 4th Avenue Moline). This event is FREE and open to the public. Attendees will not only have an opportunity to see some awesome vehicles up close, but they will also be allowed to sit in them and learn about their controls. There will be a fire truck, police car,... Read More

Calling all car lovers and auto enthusiasts! It is once again time for the Quad Cities’ Cruisers Annual Cruise-In. The 2017 Cruise-In is happening at SouthPark Mall in Moline (4500 16th Street) on Saturday, May 13 from 5-8 p.m. This is a free event for spectators! Show cars are only $3, and registering upon arrival will allow a chance to win some great door prizes. All makes and models are welcome! Come out to enjoy some great cars, music, family fun, food vendors and a 50/50 raffle! Whether you are looking for a nice low key way to show off your ride or you want to check out some of the gems... Read More

Superheroes unite! Now grab your bicycles! It’s time for a Superhero Ride! Back by popular demand, the River Benders Cycling Group is hosting their Superhero Ride on Saturday May 13. Check in will begin on the day of the ride at 10:30 a.m. at Schweibert Park in Rock Island. All superheroes will depart at 11 a.m. and head to River House in Moline for a Parade of Heroes and games. The next stop will be at Hall of Fame Pizza in Bettendorf, for a late lunch. The last stop will be at Davenport Freight House’s Taproom. Registration is $10 and includes treats and fun! All are encouraged to join the... Read More

Local outsider artist Charles Knudsen has been creating imaginative and vibrant art of all stripes for decades around the Quad-Cities, and this weekend he’ll be showcasing some of his colorful, intriguing pieces at the latest Taste of Q-C Art at Taste Buds, 1629 2nd Ave., Rock Island (in the District, across from Bennigans). An opening reception for the show will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Friday. Patrons can meet and talk to the artist and indulge in free coffees, smoothies, candy, snacks and more. A Taste of Q-C Art is sponsored by QuadCities.com and features new local artists every two weeks,... Read More