The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting free musical programs designed to introduce listeners to the beauty of classical singing. From January through May, Opera Quad Cities will be offering monthly introductory experiences with classical singing at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. The mission of Opera Quad Cities is […]
The board of directors and staff of Common Chord are introducing two additions to the nonprofit’s staff. SteveAhrens assumes the newly–created role of Director of Strategic Initiatives, and Angela Fisher serves as theorganization’s new Events Manager.“Common Chord has experienced significant growth and evolution in recent years, and we have greatlyexpanded our community impact during that […]
Western Illinois University’s School of Nursing has received a donation of a simulated infant warmer from Memorial Hospital in Carthage, IL. A newborn radiant infant warmer, along with newborn nursing supplies, were donated to the WIU School of Nursing after the recent closure of the Carthage hospital’s obstetrics department. A simulated infant warmer typically costs […]
The Bettendorf Public Library is hosting an expert-led class on Thursday, February 9th at 6:00 PM. The Creation Studio Workshop: String Art will be led by Mindy Mathews of High Strung by 3M. The program is open to participant ages 16 through adult and will be held at the Bettendorf Public Library located at 2950 Learning […]
QUAD CITIES, Iowa / Illinois—The Quad Cities Community Foundation is welcoming two new members to its board of directors. With unique perspectives, professional expertise, and connections in the community, the new members will be important leaders in the Community Foundation’s efforts to transform the region through the generosity of donors this year. “We are so […]
Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) announced that he has been named to serve on the House Committee on Agriculture and the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology for the 118th Congress. “Being named to these House committees puts me in the best position to advocate for Central and Northwest Illinois,” said Sorensen. “On the Agriculture […]
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds’ STEM Advisory Council announced Davenport Community School District as one of the 37 school districts joining the STEM BEST® (Businesses Engaging Students and Teachers) + HD (High Demand) Program. The STEM BEST Program brings schools and businesses together to provide students with real workplace experiences, introduce businesses and career opportunities in […]
Western Illinois University, in conjunction with the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC), the city of Moline and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, will host a kick-off meeting for the Business Owner Occupied Stabilization Transformation (BOOST) program at 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 6 on the Quad Cities campus in Riverfront Hall. “The SBDC […]
The Bored Teachers are coming to town! The Bored Teachers: We Can’t Make This Stuff Up Comedy Tour is coming to Davenport’s Adler Theatre at 7 p.m. March 17. Tickets are on sale at the Adler box office and all Ticketmaster outlets. The biggest entertainment platform for teachers in the world, Bored Teachers, presents the […]
You Can’t Stop the Beat! HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon is back on tour! Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960’s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? The HAIRSPRAY company is led by […]
