Quad City Arts is partnering with several local institutions to celebrate women’s empowerment and work by female artists. This month marks the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s constitutional right to vote. This historic centennial offers an unparalleled opportunity to commemorate a milestone of democracy and to celebrate the achievements of […]
Show off your skills at the Credit Island Bait Shop (2304 W River Drive Davenport) Catfish Tournament this Sunday Sep 6! Check-in begins at 6:30 a.m. (with free donuts!). The tournament will get started at 7 a.m. and weigh-ins take place at 12 p.m. sharp. Entry fee is just $50 per boat and $15 for […]
The 2020 Hog Day Stampede goes virtual this year! As part of the run, participants will run/walk their own 4-mile course anytime during traditional Hog Day Festival (September 4-7). There will be no official course to run and no set time to start – you get to choose! You’ll be able to submit your race […]
Come enjoy a night of laughter with your friends! Experience Stand Up Comedy Night at The University Club (1518 5th Avenue Moline) this Saturday Sep 5 from 7 – 10:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. and laughing begins at 8 p.m. ▪️Round table seating ▪️Snacks are welcome ▪️Drinks available for purchase This is a […]
MACOMB, IL – A Western Illinois University graduate student has published a peer-reviewed journal article based on research about how social capital and frequency of media exposure affects the well-being of individuals in China. Fanbin Zeng, of China, is starting his second year as a graduate student in the WIU Department of Communication. For his […]
Ballet Quad Cities’ Ballet on the Lawn was so nice, they’ve decided to do it twice. The latest show, with all new choreography, will take place at 1, 3 and 5 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Outing Club, 2109 Brady St., Davenport. Enjoy the atmosphere of the 125 year old, member–owned, private club for a […]
Explore nature and enjoy the outdoors with a Free Guided Hike at Nahant Marsh (4220 Wapello Ave. Davenport) this Saturday Sep 5 at 9 a.m. Join a Naturalist for an interpretive trail walk through the Marsh. Hikes are offered year-round on the first Saturday of the month and give visitors an opportunity to learn more […]
The SUYPers are back at it and are excited to finally welcome back their audience to the Village Theatre (2113 E 11th Street Davenport) for a Double Feature Improv Night this Saturday Sep 5! SUYP, formerly known as Show Us Your Pokeballs, presents fun improvisational comedy with a twist towards geek culture — stuff like […]
After the 146th running of The Kentucky Derby was moved from the first Saturday in May to this Saturday, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Quad City Arts has made the difficult decision to cancel its first “Run for the Roses” Derby fundraiser at Crow Valley Golf Club in Davenport. The regional nonprofit group planned to […]
Contrary to many people on Earth, 2020 has been a pretty good year for the Avey Grouws Band, and it’s getting better all the time. The Quad-Cities-based blues rock outfit (whose female lead singer lives in Decorah, Iowa) hit the top 10 on the Billboard Blues Album Chart for its debut disc; is nominated by […]
