Margaret “Peggy” Treese was a local Davenport woman who was a victim of a brutal crime. She lived at the Standard Hotel, now the German American Heritage Center, with her lover Clarence Saunders. One fateful morning, Margaret Treese’s body was found on Credit Island in 1947, and became one of the most brutal unsolved murders in the Quad Cities history. But who killed her? Explore that question with historian John Brassard Jr. as we ask, “Who Killed Margaret Treese?” Tickets are Free for Members and $5 for non-members. Register HERE or call the museum at 563-322-8844. John... Read More

Yummy food trucks, popular local vendors, games/activities for kids, scrumptious desserts and more can be at LeClaire Fall Fest on October 9 from 11am-4pm! Free admission and fun for all ages. Join in the fun all the while supporting the River Valley Optimist Club. Learn More: LECLAIRE FALL FEST    Read More

Kapele’s Manuscript Library Museum opened up in October of 2012 and are planning a 10 year Anniversary party with a day of fun and festivities on October 8! The event will feature cake and ice cream, plenty of music and more! Enjoy the festivities and donate to the museum to help them ensure their longevity. The musical line up: 6:00 – 7:00 pm – Folk Singer Scott Arlan 7:00 – 8:00 pm – Local Broadway Musician Roger Carlson and Chris Mann 8:00 – 9:00 pm – Brooklyn Ed playing the Blues Come join in the music, the food, the fellowship, and continuing the legacy... Read More

Pride of the Wapsi is a popular eastern Iowa Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze destination. You’re sure to be lost, laughin’ and lovin’ it in our exciting corn maze. With more than 30+ fall fest attractions, Pride of the Wapsi is proud to once again offer plenty of farmtastic fun for the whole family! Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze: October 1st-30th Weekdays: Thursday – Sunday Hours: 10am – 5pm Address: 14600 305th St, Long Grove, IA 50036 To learn more about the pumpkin patch and corn maze follow this link to our website: PRIDE OF THE WAPSI  Read More

A destination Autumn tradition for the region is back in Geneseo! Join the State Street Market and Geneseo Chamber of Commerce on Saturday Oct 1 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for some State Street shopping fun! This FREE family-friendly event includes a curated list of handmade and vintage vendors, live music, great food, a libation station, and more! Shop vendors set up down the historic State Street and stay to explore all of Geneseo. Come to shop the market and stay to take in the day in town! Follow @statestreetmarketgeneseo on Facebook and Instagram for more details. Visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2250748545234304... Read More

TERRARIUM BUILDING CLASS 10.8.22 SATURDAY 11AM-12PM $30 PER PERSON $27 FOR MEMBERS AGES 16+ TICKETS: TERRANIUM BUILDING CLASS Create your own “garden under glass” and learn about the magical world of terrariums in this class – led by our in-house terrarium connoisseurs, Heather and Sue! We will provide the plants, a 1-gallon closed terrarium container, and the necessary layers of terrarium base. Bring your own decorations to put in your terrarium, including special rocks, figurines, shells, trinkets, etc. Note: Items should be able to withstand damp conditions. No terrarium building experience... Read More

Come check out the award winning La Divina: The Last Interview of Maria Callas before the show and star Shelley Cooper head to an Off Broadway engagement in New York City! When: Sept 25 @ 2:00 pm Where: The Village Theatre Tickets are $15 cash at the door and all students get in FREE with ID! La Divina: The Last Interview of Maria Callas is a one-woman show inspired by the life and work of the Dramatic 20th Century Opera Singer Maria Callas. The audience eavesdrops on La Divina’s interview with a nonexistant Mr. Wallace and are taken on a journey through trauma, allowed glimpses of an extremely... Read More

Create your own Pysanky Egg September 25 at The German Heritage Center! Ukrainian-style eggs, or pysanky, are eggshells that are decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs using a batik process using layers of wax and dye to “write” on eggshells. This workshop will feature a blaudruck-inspired design. Blaudruck, or German “blue-print” is a traditional folk art that is on UNESCO’s list of intangible cultural heritage of humanity. The instructor, Crystal Potthoff, has been creating pysanky for over 16 years. Join her to create your own pysanky and learn the history of this ancient... Read More

QC Rock Academy is partnering with other local youth arts programs for a showcase of the area’s top talent in music, theater, dance, visual arts and more. The event is now being held on October 8! FEATURING: QC Rock Academy bands and solo performers Dynamic Status Gems (dance group) Spotlight Theater ……and more TBA SPONSORS: Rock Island Parks & Recreation Quad City Arts River Music Experience I-Rock 93.5FM Iowa Rock n Roll Music Association The Kelly Team at Ruhl & Ruhl Realtors Illinois Casualty Company Urban Balance Therapy & Consulting Primetime Apparel & Promotions BBG... Read More

Sip local brews as you explore Niabi Zoo and see the many animal species. All proceeds help bring a new animal – the endangered African Painted dog – to the zoo including transportation of the new animals, a new species-appropriate habitat and ongoing conservation and education experiences focused on the new species. All tickets include admission to the zoo, beer samples at more than a dozen tasting stations, and a souvenir tasting glass. A variety of food trucks will also be onsite to offer food for purchase. September 23rd, 2022 | 6-10 p.m. Must be 21 or older to attend. Learn more here: PINTS... Read More