You’ve probably seen them as you are driving around in Moline. Driveways painted with a large ‘M’. Have you ever wondered what they are, or how you can get one? Driveway ‘M’s is the newest and most popular fundraiser for Moline High School’s Varsity Football team. Prices vary based on size and all funds go towards the team sweatshirts, gifted to the players at the beginning of the season. In years past, parents of the MHS football players joined together to purchase senior gifts to be given at the post-season banquet. During the 2016-17 season however, the parents decided to invest... Read More

Remember when craft markets were first starting out in little coffee shops and warehouses? Full of flavor and creative soul, and just a little bit rough around the edges? Rock Island Underground is taking us back to our roots! Make plans to attend the craftiest secret in the Quad Cities, Rock Island Underground June Market on Saturday Jun 8 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Speakeasy (1818 3rd Avenue Rock Island). Get a break from Pinterest fever and shop over 20 unique artists vending uncommonly cool products inside the intimate and laid-back ambiance of the Rock Island Speakeasy. An all ages event,... Read More

Continue your Mother’s Day tradition this year with the largest Beaux Arts Fair! The Beaux Arts Spring Show will inspire all on Saturday May 11 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday May 12 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Figge Art Museum (225 W 2nd Street Davenport) on Bechtel Plaza and 2nd Street between Harrison and Brady. The Bechtel Plaza will be filled to the brim with premier art, including hand-woven textiles, paintings, jewelry, pottery, woodworking, sculptures, stained glass and much more! Food vendors will also be available on 2nd Street. Musical entertainment and booth with children’s... Read More

Makes plans to head to THE Market this weekend! THE Market is the Quad Cities newest and most unique shopping experience! If you love an outdoor weekend market with vendors, makers and crafters you will LOVE THE Market. Inside the doors of the beautiful Spotlight Event Center (1800 7th Avenue) you will find 4,000 square feet of space covered with handmade goods, curated collection and even some yummy items to eat! The 36+ vendors bring to you home decor items, custom furniture, bath and body product, wonderful candles and we host a huge clothing boutique where you can find anything from active... Read More

Come on out for some great items at some even better prices! The Rock Island Conservation Club (RICC) is hosting their 5th Annual Flea Market/Yard Sale on Saturday Apr 27 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Head out to the RICC (2421 Big Island Pwky Milan) for a fun-filled day of perusing and purchasing! This event is open to the public and will feature flea market, yard sale and crafter booths for all to enjoy! Breakfast and lunch will be available, so come on out and make a day of it! There are no admission charges to shop, however all booth registration and food proceeds will go to the Rock Island Conservation... Read More

Come on out for some great items at some even better prices! The Rock Island Conservation Club (RICC) is hosting their 5th Annual Flea Market/Yard Sale on Saturday Apr 27 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Head out to the RICC (2421 Big Island Pwky Milan) for a fun-filled day of perusing and purchasing! This event is open to the public and will feature flea market, yard sale and crafter booths for all to enjoy! Breakfast and lunch will be available, so come on out and make a day of it! There are no admission charges to shop, however all booth registration and food proceeds will go to the Rock Island Conservation... Read More

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a decadent chocolate experience! Indulge yourself at the Chocolate Experience on Saturday Apr 6 at the QC Botanical Center (2525 4th Ave Rock Island). Head to the warm and inviting Botanical Center for a day of delights and relaxation. Local chocolatiers and bakeries will be offering samples galore and selling products to take home to enjoy and share. Learn about chocolate and other wonders that come from the tropics on a free sun garden tour. There is something for all ages to enjoy. Three time slots for visiting are offered and tickets are only good for a single... Read More

Are you ready for some hoppin’ and shoppin’ this weekend? The first ever Bi-State Bunny Hop happens this Saturday Mar 30 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. throughout downtown Rock Island and Davenport. Fill those Easter baskets with some local shopping and fun! Downtown Rock Island and Davenport retailers will be opening their doors for a day of shopping, sales, and giveaways. Each participating store will be doing a MINIMUM drawing for a $50 gift certificate, but some will be doing much, much more! You can egg-spect major discounts, snacks and more as you fill those Easter baskets.   Here are this... Read More

Due to overwhelming popular demand, Charm Boutique, 2509 53rd Avenue, Bettendorf is expanding! The area’s premier shop for top trending upscale fashions and elite customer service will be expanding its lines of merchandise and including top-of-the-line designs for a wider array of sizes and styles. “We are extremely grateful to our customers and to the Quad-Cities for their terrific support of Charm,” said Ann Marie Mendel, owner and manager of the boutique. “It is consistently our goal to satisfy the needs and desires of our customers, and this expansion is in response to that. We have... Read More

Whether you are looking for a gift for that special someone, some unique décor for your home or maybe even a treasure you didn’t know you needed – make your way to the 61st Annual Rock Island Antique Show this weekend! The Quad Cities’ longest running antique show takes place this Saturday Feb 9 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday Feb 10 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Local Union 25 Plumbers and Pipefitters (4600 46th Ave. Rock Island). Featuring quality dealers from four states, the 61st Annual Rock Island Antique Show offers a wide selection of vintage merchandise, including; glassware, pottery,... Read More