Are you looking to kick off the new year with a girl’s night out? Has 2016 left you stressed and in need of a relaxing and fun outing? Come and create at Craft Love. On Wednesday, January 4, 2017, Craft Love Bettendorf will be hosting an adult crafting event where you can create a wood sign for your home. Wine, tools, and materials will be provided by instructors for this class. This event begins at 6:30 p.m. and runs till 9:30 p.m. Craft Love Bettendorf is located at 4374 Suite 3, State St. Bettendorf. To purchase tickets for this event, please follow this link: https://craftloveusa.com/bettendorf/calendar.... Read More

Winter blues got you down? Well, Refit wants to get you up, moving around and Jingle Jamming your way through the chill and stress at their annual Jingle Jam at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at Refit, 3003 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine. Not only is it a party, it’s the last Refit class of the year, and newbies can get in free to check out the cardio dance workout, talk about new year’s resolutions, mix and mingle with other Refitters and maybe win some fabulous prizes. “It’s a great way to get rid of that holiday stress we’ve all been feeling,” said Kay Miller, instructor at the event. “It’s 45... Read More

Moline Centre is offering a couple of options this week for those looking to end the year in fun and style! If you’re looking for something to do over the holidays, plan to attend one of our Quad City Mallard’s hockey games!  There are several home games in December and the Ducks will be hitting the ice with such rivals as the Fort Wayne Komets, Tulsa Oilers, Indy Fuel and Missouri Mavericks. Call the front office before December 30 and receive 4 FREE Mallard t-shirts when you buy 4 tickets. (Some exclusions apply). Your Suite Hair, one of our independently owned salons, will be hosting... Read More

Are you a poet looking for a place for your work? The deadline for submissions to Karawane Magazine for Quad City writers, poets, performance artists, etc., is coming up December 31st.  If you happen to need more time to get your submission together, email and let us know.  We have some flexibility! For more information, see http://karawanemagazine.blogspot.com/2016/12/your-name-here.html?spref=fb.  Read More

Tired of sitting at home flipping the channels or websites for a Christmas Special? Do you enjoy old movies? Why not attend Rozz-Tox’s Double Feature presentation on Friday, Dec. 23? Rozz-Tox is screening “Remember the Night (1940),” and “It’s A Wonderful Life (1947).” This free event will start at 7:00 p.m. and will run until 11:00 p.m. with a ten-minute intermission in between the films. “Remember the Night” will begin at 7:00 p.m. and “It’s A Wonderful Life” will begin at 8:45 p.m. Rozz-Tox is located at 2108 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201. You can contact Rozz-Tox at (309)... Read More

Who wouldn’t want cheap GAS for Christmas? Well, if you’re stumped for gift ideas for others or dang it — for yourself — giving GAS Feed & Seed Fest tickets would make you jolly. And that’s a guarantee. The fest is going to feature over 30 great artists and comedians and will take place Feb. 16-18, 2017 in the Village of East Davenport The final lineup of artists will be announced on Thursday of this week and the final confirmations coming in are going to blow your hair back! TODAY ONLY, we are celebrating seven days til X-mas and chopping $7 off of every single day... Read More

Are you ready to swerve along with some sick beats? Well, here’s a great present on its way this week: A Very Special Skellington Swerve X-Mas is coming to downtown Rock Island. Are you a fan of pop and hip hop music? Do you want to experience a variety of entertainment all in one location on one night? On Thursday, Dec. 22, a concert will take place at the Skellington Manor Event Center, which is located at 420 18th St. Rock Island. Doors for this free event will open at 6:00 p.m. and the event will go until 12:00 a.m. This event is titled A Very Special Skellington Swerve X-Mas. The entertainers... Read More

Is your family looking for a fun event this holiday season that brings along the element of relaxation? Are you tired of the cold weather and busy events? Do you ever just want to remain in your pajamas all day? On Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2016 the Family Museum will be hosting a Holiday Jammie Jam. Come decked out in comfortable clothes to sing songs, warm up with hot chocolate, peppermint sticks, and family time. Hot chocolate will be provided by Dunn Brothers Coffee. The event will take place in the Great Hall and is meant to be a small and quiet event. The galleries will be dark and closed and because... Read More

On Friday, Dec. 16, 2016 from 9:00 p.m. till 12:00 a.m. River Music Experience will be hosting the band Parranderos Latin Combo (PLC) at the Redstone Room, located at 129 N. Main Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801. Doors will open at 8:00 p.m. and the show will begin at 9:00 p.m. The price is $10 at the door plus a $1.50. You can purchase your tickets at www.midwestix.com. There is an age restriction on this event of 19 and older. Those who are younger than 19 must be accompanied by a parent or adult. The Redstone Room is a standing room only venue. All of the tickets are General Admission unless otherwise... Read More

Some people break out the egg nog when the snow falls. Some sip hot chocolate by the fire. For others, a glass of wine does the trick any time of year. If you like wine glasses and tastings, then come to the Holiday Wine Walk. This annual event will be held on Friday, Dec. 16, at the Bucktown Center for the Arts (225 E 2nd Street, Davenport, Iowa 52801) from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00p.m. Purchase beautifully hand painted wine glasses and taste many unique brands of wine. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. (NAMI) This event will be accompanied by Black Hawk... Read More