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

YOU ARE INVITED TO A BIG FAT GREEK FESTIVAL! Admission is $2.00 for adults and children 12 and under are free. The weekend will feature fine Greek cuisine, culture, music, dance and fun for the entire family. Get cultured in Rock Island! Opa! Friday, September 16th from 4 PM – 11 PM Saturday, September 17th from 11 AM – 11 PM The Big Fat Greek Festival will be held at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church 2930 31st Avenue in Rock Island, Illinois! Learn more here: https://facebook.com/events/s/our-big-fat-greek-festival/1278944482929777/  Read More

Fall at Corn Crib Nursery kicks off Friday, September 16th and ends October 30th! General Admission includes: -Ziplines -Tire Mountain -Barrel Train -Human Hamster Wheel -Pedal Cars -Straw Maze -Giant Bounce Pad -Playground -Tug o’ War -Grain Bin Basketball -Farm Animals -Tire Swings -And much, much more!!! General Admission Ages 0-3 Free Ages 4-61 $13 Ages 62+ $6 *Pay-to-Play activities are not included in general admission* Pay-to-Play includes: Paintball, Hayrack Paintball, Pumpkin Slingshot, Pumpkin Cannon, and Tennis Ball Cannon! We have food & drinks at our concessions! Our pumpkin... Read More

State Street Market Geneseo is a destination Autumn Tradition that takes place once a year in picturesque downtown Geneseo, Illinois. Take the drive to Geneseo on Saturday October 1st, 2022 from 10am-5pm for a FREE open-air pop up market of curated handmade and vintage vendors. Guests will enjoy live music, photo opportunities, great food, shop pop-up booths and mobile boutiques as well as our amazing existing Geneseo storefronts. Learn more here: STATE STREET MARKET  Read More

Change. We undergo transformations every day of our lives, in ways small and significant, in ways good and bad. Sean Leary’s “Does The Shed Skin Know It Was Once A Snake?” offers 11 award-winning short stories dealing with the life changes many of us face, and the positive ways in which our lives can transform, even in difficult times. “Shed Skin” is available in bookstores and webstores worldwide  as a print book and eBook for every eReader format. It is also available direct from the author at seanleary@seanleary.com. Sean Leary will be signing copies of the book from noon to 3 p.m.... Read More

The Quad City Botanical Center invites guests to Pay What You Want to visit Winter Nights Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Company, January 6-8, 2022. Guests pay any admission price to experience the lighted exhibit. Pay What You Want admission offered as walk up only, no advanced tickets required. We know this time of year can put a strain on both time and financial resources. By extending exhibit dates and giving guests the chance to name their price of admission, we hope to allow every community member a chance to experience the garden’s one-of-a-kind light display. The outdoor... Read More

Bettendorf Middle School children spent their time before holiday break helping to make their school more festive! The students took part in decorating the school and creating fun decor for teachers’ doors. Check out these fun samples from the Bettendorf Middle School Door Decorating Contest. Great job! Thank you for sharing some holiday cheer!    Read More

Rozz-Tox will celebrate 5 years of Northern Parallels parties on New Year’s Eve! 7pm-1am $10 cover All ages welcome! Capacity is EXTREMELY LIMITED. Please note: this is an indoor show and you will be required to show proof of vaccination and wear a mask. Learn more here: http://www.rozztox.com  Read More

A New Year’s Eve tradition for the last nine years is back at The Speakeasy in downtown Rock Island as the theater welcomes Bottom’s Up Burlesque to ring in 2022 with an all new show!  “We’re thrilled to be continuing this tradition after having to skip last year,” said Brett Hitchcock, Speakeasy director of audience development. “The NYE shows are so popular with their fans!  They always sell out and there’s such a buzz in the theater!  It’s really fun to be part of,” said Hitchcock. Bottom’s Up will roll out the red carpet to ring in the New Year with a night of strip... Read More

The Village Theatre in the village of east Davenport is holding a pre-resolution party at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31! Here’s your last chance to indulge before your resolutions kick in! A great party supporting two great causes: QC Harm Reduction and New Ground Theatre. $10 gets you hours of great music, hilarious comedians, a Champaign toast and so much more! More info? Click here.  Read More