One of the greatest legends to ever hail from the Quad Cities was a jazz artist and musical genius. That’s right, none other than the infamous Bix Beiderbecke. And it’s time to celebrate his birthday! The Bix Society is holding their annual Bix Birthday Bash on March 10 at Rhythm City Casino (7077 Elmore Ave Davenport). The celebration goes from 5-9pm with a $10 admission to help raise money for their Youth Education program. Everyone is encouraged to bring their dancing shoes, but feel free to grab your flapper dresses and suits and ties to recreate your best roaring 20’s attire. If you... Read More

Skeleton Key Art and Antiques announces a new “shop hop” style shopping event, Antique Island, taking place Saturday, March 11. Eight Rock Island antique stores will offer shopping, sales, refreshments, and prizes as they welcome shoppers to Rock Island, which has become the premier destination for antique shopping in the Quad-Cities. Skeleton Key Art and Antiques is being joined for this event by Fred & Ethel‘s, Vintage Varieties, More Than Antiques, Vintage Rose Antiques & Jewelry, G.V.’s Stuff, Dar Jac Antiques & Jewelry, and Jackson‘s Antiques.  Each of the eight participating... Read More

You have heard the heartbreaking story before. Whether you read it in a news article or heard it from a child’s mouth. The decline of fine arts in schools. Music class, choir and band classes are seeing more and more cuts every year. The Local Bands for Music Education and the River Music Experience are teaming up together for their annual Local Bands for Music Education Benefit on March 11 from 2-11pm. The event will take place at the River Music Experience (129 N Main St Davenport) on the second floor. Admission is $5 for adults and 12 and under are FREE. QC Area bands and acoustic artists... Read More

The Karpeles Museum and the Daughters of the American Revolution have combined forces to keep the history of the Quad Cities alive. The War of 1812 was a military conflict that lasted for two and a half years and was fought between the United States of America against United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, its North American colonies and its Native American allies. The Quad Cities were no strangers to the battles fought in this war. The Battle of Rock Island Rapids also known also called the Battle of Campbell Island was fought here, on Campbell’s Island. On Sunday, March 5 at 2pm at the... Read More

Calling all Mothers and Sons! Break out the dancing shoes and bow ties. It’s time for the Mother Son Formal at the RiverCenter in Davenport! That’s right, the Davenport Parks and Recreation department is throwing their annual Mother Son Formal on Sunday, March 5 from 5-8pm at the RiverCenter. Tickets are $30 for residents and $36 for non-residents, and can be purchased at: https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us/CourseActivities.aspx?id=17&cat=11. These prices are for each individual. This evening will include a dinner buffet, crafts, chances to win prizes and an opportunity to show off your... Read More

The 26th Annual Women’s Health & Lifestyle Fair will be taking place Saturday, March 4 at the RiverCenter (136 E 3rd St in Downtown Davenport). Admission is only $1! This event focuses entirely on Women’s daily health and lifestyle choices. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to receive tips and guidance on things like fashion, fitness, home decorating, health and wellness, finances, food and cooking, entertainment, spirituality and much more. This year’s featured guest is Jen Widerstrom, best known for her role on “The Biggest Loser”. She recently published her first book,... Read More

Fifteen cities. Two Countries. One voice. This weekend, an event like none other will be happening here in the Quad Cities. Gigi’s Playhouse’s annual I Have a Voice! Gala will be simultaneously happening in 15 cities on Saturday, March 4. One of the chosen locations is our very own IWireless Center in Moline. This 2017 Gala is a celebration for families, donors and other community members. The event goes from 5:30 pm through 11:30 pm and will include entertainment, a cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, silent and live auctions, raffles, and much more. Tickets are $85 and can be purchased through... Read More

Spring is the perfect time to start a new chapter in life, and starting in March, the Rock Island Library will offer a series of “Employment 101” job-hunting classes for adults. The Employment 101 class series is at 2:00 pm on the first Tuesdays of March, April, and May at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. With the help of presenter Anita Hatalsky of the Illinois Department of Employment Security, attendees will learn how to apply, interview, and succeed in a new job. Sessions will cover the following topics: Part 1, Applying, Tuesday, March 7: Resume writing, cover letters,... Read More

It takes a ton of work to put together any creative event, and certainly it’s a herculean achievement to present as massive a presentation as the second annual Daytrotter Downs, which takes place Friday and Saturday. Over the two days, almost 50 bands will perform at two primary venues – the Daytrotter spot on Brady and River Music Experience’s Redstone Room – as well as four free pre-show performances beginning Saturday at 10 am at Ragged Records/Trashcan Annies, 11am at Abernathy’s, 12pm at The Full Kit, and 1pm at Analog Arcade Bar (21+), all located in Downtown Davenport leading up... Read More

The electrifying and sprawling abstracts of Juliet Stock will cover the walls 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, with receptions every other Friday at Taste Buds. If you’re an artist interested in being a part of Taste of Q-C Art, contact Sean Leary... Read More