Are you looking for a family friendly event this upcoming weekend? On Saturday, February 18th from 10:00 a.m. till 3:00 p.m. various models of Radio Control Aircraft and Boats will be on display at the NorthPark Mall. Computer simulators will also be available to try flying and a raffle for an airplane will be offered. NorthPark Mall is located at 320 West Kimberly Road in Davenport. This event is presented by Davenport Radio Control Society. You can view the facebook event page at: https://www.facebook.com/events/392202614462556/. Founded in 1975, Davenport Radio Control Society is an organization... Read More

The Gatlins are returning to the Quad-Cities. Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers will be performing at the Waterfront Center in Bettendorf at 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 17. Tickets are available now at www.ticketmaster.com. Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers have been dazzling audiences for more than 60 years.  It all began in Abilene, Texas in 1955, when Larry was six, Steve was four, and Rudy was two.  Since those days, the road the brothers have plowed has won them countless awards and has taken them to numerous concert halls, festival stages, national television shows and even the... Read More

Looking for some vibrant pictures for your home of anything from boxing dinosaurs to horror film icons? The fun, colorful artworks of Jackie Krebs will continue to be on display through Thursday at atTaste Buds, 150 16 ½ St., Rock Island. Krebs and over two dozen art aficionados were on hand for her opening night reception Feb. 3 and she was pleased at the outpouring of support. “It’s great to be a part of this, it’s exciting!” Krebs said. A new artist will be unveiled Friday at the Rock Island snack, candy and coffee shop, with opening receptions from 5 to 6 p.m. every other Friday.  Read More

Dinner and a show. What more entertainment could you ask for? At Skellington Manor, there is always something new and exciting. Welcome to Paradise Island. Things seem to be going great until everyone comes together for Alternative Relaxation Therapy (ART). When a body is discovered, the mystery begins. Who could have done it and what was the motive? Join Skellington Manor for their special Valentine’s Day show “Murder in Paradise” to help solve the mystery. Tickets are $39.95 per person which includes a buffet dinner and a great show. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., salads are served at 6:30 p.m.... Read More

Cards can be so expensive these days. Do you ever go to the store looking for the perfect card and either not find the one you are looking for or you find one that’s too expensive? You could make one, but maybe you aren’t that good at crafting or you don’t have the knowledge and materials to make the perfect card. Well now you don’t have to worry. On Monday, February 13, the Rock Island Public Library is hosting a Make and Take Birthday Cards Workshop from 6:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. It’s a free class for adults on making creative birthday cards using acrylics and stamping tools. To register... Read More

What’s a better combination than a sports bar and an arcade? A brand-new arcade sports bar is coming to the Quad Cities! On Saturday, February 11 at 5 p.m., The Black Sheep will hold their grand opening at their district location at 1730 2nd Ave in Rock Island. They can be reached at (309) 558-0168 and they are open from 2:00 p.m. till 2:00 a.m. Sunday through Saturday. This fun new locale will include games like Multicade, gorgeous window seating, and drinks such as Doc’s Blondie, Cherrie Bomb Blonde, Lionstone Brewing Back 40, and Two Hearted Ale. Black Sheep will be an exciting edition to... Read More

Valentine’s Day is known as a day to celebrate the people you love in your life whether it is your kids, your parents, your friends, or your significant other. People tend to celebrate by going out to dinner or having fun dancing, or even staying in and watching Romantic Comedies. But Valentine’s Day falls on a Tuesday this year and places are going to be booked this weekend. What do you do then? On Saturday, February 11 Vida Nueva is hosting a Valentines dinner at an affordable $25 per couple price. There will be dinner, games, fun; an overall great and affordable night to spend with your... Read More

“Silence! I keel you!” When you come and see Jeff Dunham, between the jokes, applause, and laughter, you will hear anything but silence. This talented comedy ventriloquist is coming to the I Wireless Center in Moline on Wednesday, February 8. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. and tickets can be purchased at the following link: https://www.ticketliquidator.com/tix/jeff-dunham-tickets?eventid=2876979&xtor=AL-169-[ir]-[99561]&utm_campaign=99561&utm_medium=aff&utm_source=ir. Prices range from $49 to $119. Jeff Dunham has been practicing the art of ventriloquism since the age of eight... Read More

Technology takes the spotlight for teens at the Rock Island Public Library with two events offered in support of Teen Tech Week, March 5-11, 2017. On Tuesday, Feb. 7, teens can get help making a video entry for the Quad Cities-wide Teen Tech Week YouTube Challenge. The library will offer “You Be the Director!” from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. During the event, teens and tweens in grades 6 to 12 can use the library’s video cameras to create a 3 to 5 minute video entry on themes such as “Let’s Play” or “Being the Source... Read More

Beer and Bacon. What could be a better combination? On Friday, February 3, RiverCenter is hosting their annual Bacon and Beer Festival, also known as the “Pigskin Classic”. This anticipated event will host some of the region’s top eateries and specialty craft brews together for the “ultimate culinary match made in hog heaven.” Tickets are available for purchase at: http://www1.ticketmaster.com/event/06005171A919868B. A portion of the ticket sales will go towards Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. VIP tickets are priced at $50 and the General Admission tickets are priced... Read More