Hey Muscatine, kids out of school on Friday? Looking for a fun way to kick off the Easter weekend? How about an Easter Egg Hunt? Make plans to spend your Friday morning at the O’Brien Family McDonalds (2520 Park Ave Muscatine) in the Play Place for a fun-filled time with Easter Egg Hunts and a special appearance by the Easter Bunny! The hunts will take place on Friday Mar 30 at the following times: 0-2 years old                 9 – 9:15 a.m. 3 years old                   9:30 – 9:45 a.m. 4 years old                   10 – 10:15 a.m. 5... Read More

Looking for an exciting and entertaining way to finish out the month of March? Then make plans to hang out at Missipi Brew this Saturday night! Bugeye Sprite will be rocking out at Missipi Brew (107 Iowa Ave Muscatine) this Saturday Mar 31 from 9:30 p.m. – 1:20 a.m. This will be the first time Bugeye Sprite plays at the Brew! This classic rock band will keep you on your feet all night long! Bugeye Sprite consists of members Randy Pavelca with lead vocals, Gary Kespohl on the guitar and vocals, Jeff Venhorst on lead guitar, Scott Lancial on bass and Mike Mudd with drums and vocals. For more information... Read More

Still having some motivational issues with your resolution to improve your health? Well then let RMT help you out this weekend! RMT, located at 701 Orange Street Muscatine, is opening their doors to the public this Saturday Mar 31. Their Spring into Summer Open House will be from 2-4 p.m. and is free to all! If you have ever wanted to see what RMT was all about but, like most, are hesitant to make that first step into the gym, then this is the event for you! During the Open House, the RMT staff will be sharing information about the new events being held this summer. From 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Martin,... Read More

Looking for cool threads at a great price for an awesome cause? Dress for Success Quad Cities’ Recycle the Runway – Not Your Average Fashion Show takes place Thursday, April 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at The RiverCenter, Great River Hall, 136 East 3rd Street, Davenport. Recycle the Runway is a one-of-a-kind experience where a juried selection of 10 local designers compete before a panel of celebrity judges with runway-ready ensembles crafted from bags of recycled clothing in hopes of being one of the top 3 finalists to take home a cash prize. But it’s so much more than a fashion show. This... Read More

How about kicking off the Easter weekend with some live duck hatchings? The John Deere Pavilion (1400 River Drive Moline) will be hosting one of their most popular family events, the 2018 Annual Duck Hatching, Mar 29-31 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Admission is free for the entire family! This event features a hatching observation and education program with informational sessions conducted at the top of every hour. In addition to observing duck eggs hatching and ducklings playing and swimming, families will be treated to brief presentations that will help children learn about ducklings. Children can... Read More

With warmer weather just around the corner, have you been craving a nice brisk dip in frigid waters?  Good! Because it is time for the annual Wick’s Lake Polar Plunge to benefit the Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge, presented by the Law Enforcement Torch Run and GEICO takes places this Sunday Mar 25 at Wick’s Lake (located at Jumer’s Casino and Hotel at 777 Jumer Drive Rock Island). Plungers will receive incentive prizes based on the amount of money they raise. By raising the minimum of $100, you’ll receive an official Plunge hooded sweatshirt. Sweatshirts will be available on a first... Read More

Nothing says warmer weather like the beautiful blooms of orchids. Kick off the spring season at the Illowa Orchid Society Spring Show, this weekend! The 43rd Annual Illowa Orchid Society Spring Show is happening this Saturday Mar 24 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday Mar 25 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Quad City Botanical Center (2525 4th Avenue Rock Island). With free admission! Numerous orchid displays will be set up for your viewing and smelling pleasures. Vendors such as Anything Orchids, Natt’s Orchids, Orchid Trading Company and more will be selling orchids and related items. Orchid growers... Read More

After a year hiatus, Countryside Community Theatre is ready to rock the Quad Cities with a legendary musical from a legendary composer. Opening a new era of Countryside Community Theatre is the Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin) Tony Award©-nominated classic, Godspell. Told through an exciting array of music and dance, the parables of Jesus Christ come to life in this modern take on a timeless tale of friendship, loyalty, and love. The cast features newcomer Drake Mason as Jesus and Quad City staples Nate Karstens (John the Baptist/Judas), Sara Diericx and Cindy Ramos. Jessica Tapscott, Gage... Read More

Connect with your inner artist this weekend and check out the latest exhibit at the Muscatine Art Center! In conjunction with the “Faces of Iowa State” exhibit, artist Rose Frantzen will be giving a portrait painting demonstration this Saturday Mar 24 from 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. at the Muscatine Art Center (1314 Mulberry Avenue Muscatine). While the admission is free, donations are appreciated. “Faces of Iowa State” features 39 portraits painted by Maquoketa artist Rose Frantzen. Frantzen’s art has been featured nationally, including an exhibit of her Portrait of Maquoketa project at... Read More

Have you been wanting to spruce up that old piece of furniture in your home, but aren’t sure where to start? Well then, this is the class for you! Fresh Vintage, located at 208 W 2nd Street in Muscatine, is offering their popular Chalk Paint® 101 class this Saturday Mar 24 from 1-4 p.m. This beginner level class will teach you four decorative finishes using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint and wax. You will learn how to do a simple finish, two color distress, rustic and even the wet paint method. This one of a kind instructional class will discuss style, complementary colors and utilizing Chalk Paint... Read More