MOLINE, IL – In celebration of America’s upcoming 250th birthday, WQPT is inviting everyone to join us in civic engagement opportunities. As part of our WQPT 250 initiative, we will be volunteering at a different local non-profit each month. Our first volunteer opportunity will be in support of the amazing work at Nest Cafe in […]
Looking for some fun things to do in and around the Quad-Cities this weekend? We’ve got just the thing for you! You’ll want to take a few minutes to listen to our podcast Weekend in 2 Minutes, which gives you a rundown of some of the fun things to do in and around the area. […]
Walking into see the new production of Playcrafters Barn Theatre’s “The Diary of Anne Frank,” I knew I was in for a riveting, heart-rending drama that would not simply be a decades-old tragedy with no relevance to today. Seeing the Saturday, Aug. 2 performance — directed with precision, flair and profound humanity by Elle Winchester […]
After a 20-year career leading Vibrant Arena at The MARK, Scott Mullen has been fired as executive director, due to three drunk-driving arrests since 2020. Rocky Jones (the arena’s assistant executive director/director of finance) has assumed the position’s duties until further notice. The board of the Illinois Quad City Civic Center Authority (IQCCCA) moving forward […]
Find fun things to do in the Quad-Cities this weekend with your Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Every week we give you a rundown of some of the fun and cool things to do in and around the Quad-Cities over the coming weekend! We’ve been doing it now for 10 years and that’s why we’re […]
Ready to meet the pet of the week? Every week, QuadCities.com is proud to partner up with the Quad City Animal Welfare Center to introduce you to the Pet of the Week! The Pet of the Week is Bori: https://qcawc.org/adopt/pet/2025-0022 Meet Bori—a spunky senior pittie with a heart of gold and a love for life […]
Western Illinois University student organizations and departments are invited to register for the Fall 2025 All-WIU Fair, scheduled from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27 in the Campus Mall Area. The All WIU Fair provides an opportunity for student organizations, University departments and local volunteer groups to engage with new and returning students, highlight their services […]
Are you curious about what’s on the other side? Do you love the theatre and wonder if it’s true that all the best theaters are haunted? Then join QC Haunts & History for a special ghost investigation at Playcrafters Barn Theatre on Sunday, July 27th. Actors of days gone by are said to still roam […]
Looking for fun things to do in the Quad-Cities this weekend? You need to listen to the FREE, FUN, LOCAL Weekend in 2 Minutes podcast! Bix 7 weekend is running in and there are plenty of events going on in conjunction with the Bix and various other activities this weekend, from yacht rock to car […]
In response to the severe weather events and the resulting emergency declaration in Scott County, the Quad Cities Community Foundation has activated its Quad Cities Disaster Recovery Fund to support response and recovery needs in the region. Donations to the fund are now being accepted at www.QCCommunityFoundation.org. Damage from flooding, high winds, and possible tornado activity […]
