Dave Pszenyczny, the inaugural head coach of the new Quad City Storm, will be in the community this weekend at two separate events in Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa. On Friday, July 7 and Saturday, July 8, Coach Dave Pszenyczny will be at the QC DekHockey tournament at Bettendorf’s Crow Creek Park for the QC DekHockey National Tournament. The tournament features over 60 teams from Canada, Louisiana, Wisconsin, Michigan and the Midwest Region competing for over $12,000 in cash and prizes. Coach Chezy will be at the Quad City Storm Booth Friday afternoon from 3:00pm until 7:00pm and on Saturday... Read More

Do you have what it takes to join the Terror at Skellington Manor haunt team? Are you simply an avid-haunted house attendee and curious about the behind-the-scenes secrets? Make plans to attend the 2018 Terror at Skellington Manor Mixer this Sunday Jul 8 from 4-7 p.m., located at 420 18th Street Rock Island. Terror at Skellington Manor is preparing for their 2018 season and is asking for interested actors, make-up artists, performers, horror fans and Halloween enthusiasts to come see what it takes to become a part of their legendary haunt team. Staff will be available to answer any questions attendees... Read More

Dawn And On is still going on and on, and the annual local band fest centered around the area band The Dawn will return July 7. For the fourth consecutive year, The Dawn and On Music Festival will bring a full-day of live music to the property of Len Brown’s North Shore Inn in Moline. This year’s event takes place on July 7 with live music running from noon to midnight. The festival, founded in 2015 by Sean Ryan of The Dawn and Mike Mathews of Catapult Marketing offers a diverse blend of live bands ranging in styles from jam to bluegrass to funk. Last summer’s attendance exceeded... Read More

It’s time for the 33rd Annual Mississippi Valley Blues Festival! Head down to LeClaire Park, on the banks of the Mississippi in Davenport, Friday Jul 6 and Saturday Jul 7 for one of the Quad Cities’ most successful and enjoyable music festivals! The Mississippi Valley Blues Society has secured a line-up of musicians that you won’t want to miss.   Gates open at 4 p.m. on Friday Jul 6. Here is the line-up for the Bandshell Stage: Bandshell Stage: 5:00 p.m.            Tribute to Ellis Kell 6:30 p.m.            Kris Lager Band 8:30 p.m.            Walter Trout Pedigo/Jones... Read More

The city of Bettendorf sure knows how to celebrate the holidays, and their 4th of July Festival is no exception! The 2018 4th of July Festival, happening in Bettendorf, on Wednesday Jul 4 includes crafts, food, amusement rides, live music, a parade and fireworks. Kick off the holiday celebration on Tuesday Jul 3 with a FREE outdoor concert! Live music will be provided on the west stage near 18th Street and Spruce Hills Dr., beginning at 5 p.m. Enjoy local classic rock band, Hap Hazard, followed by the Army Band. Headlining at 9 p.m., Grandview Iowa native and 6th place contestant on season 13 of... Read More

The 4th of July is right around the corner. This means cook-outs, parades, concerts and FIREWORKS! The Quad Cities’ largest 4th of July celebration, Red White and Boom, is happening this Tuesday Jul 3 from 5-10 p.m. This bi-state event will have activities and entertainment on both sides of the river! Whether you choose to celebrate in Iowa or Illinois, there will be no shortage of fun and enjoyment. Modern Woodmen Park (209 S Gaines St. Davenport) will be bursting with family-friendly activities, beginning at 5 p.m. Enjoy bounce houses (1st Baseline Party Plaza), kids activities, live music,... Read More

It’s not a 4th of July celebration without kick-starting the day at the Genesis Firecracker Run! The 36th Annual Genesis Firecracker Run is happening Wednesday Jul 4 in downtown East Moline. The day consists of a Pancake Breakfast, 10K Run, 5K Run/Walk, 1- Mile, Kiddie Run, Hospital Bed Races and even a Post-Race Party! Sponsored by the East Moline Fire Fighters Association, the Pancake Breakfast will be held from 6:30 – 11 a.m. at the American Legion Post 227 (829 16th Avenue East Moline). Adults are $5 and children 12 and under are $3. The 5K and 10K races will begin at 7:30 a.m. downtown... Read More

Summer can bring some active weather in the Midwest. Do you have a child at home who is intrigued and interested about weather and the magic of meteorologists? Young Meteorologists, a two-day summer camp for kids, is happening at the Putnam Museum (1717 W 12th St. Davenport) on Monday Jul 2 and Tuesday Jul 3, both days beginning at 9 a.m. Sponsored by KWQC, campers in grades 3 to 5 will learn how to deliver their own weather report by the end of this comprehensive camp and bring out their inner storm-chaser as they discover the history and science behind weather! Meteorologist Cedric Haynes will... Read More

Looking for some outdoor live music and delicious food to enjoy this weekend? Then look no further than the Baby Blues and BBQ Fest! The Village of Port Byron will be holding their 4th Annual Baby Blues Fest on Saturday Jun 30 at the new gazebo in Port Byron. From 5-11 p.m. you are invited to enjoy live blues music along with the best BBQ east of Texas and premium beer specials. There is no admission charge for this event. Port Byron’s Village Board Member Wes Wells, the organizer of this amazing event, shares the events for the evening, “After recognizing Veterans of the Vietnam Era and the... Read More

Take a trip down the Mighty Mississippi with the newest production from the Mississippi Bend Players! Big River is now playing at the Brunner Theatre Center at Augustana College (3757 7th Avenue Rock Island). The show has three performances left: Friday Jun 29 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday Jun 30 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Jul 1 at 2 p.m. To purchase tickets for any of the remaining performances, visit https://www.mississippibendplayers.com/. Hurry, because seats are going fast! Big River’s characters, plot and themes are based on Mark Twain’s beloved novel Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. It proves... Read More