It’s time to tee it up again this week for the John Deere Classic, running through July 16 at TPC Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis. More than 20 players who competed in last week’s PGA Championship have committed to play in the tournament. The John Deere Classic was honored to be named the 2016 Tournament of the Year by the PGA TOUR and has a long history of providing some of the most magical and memorable finishes in golf. Many recall Steve Stricker’s three-peat of championships from 2009 – 2011. Cedar Rapids native, Zach Johnson reigned victorious in 2012 in what he refers... Read More

It’s time for a big 10-4 good buddy! The Iowa 80 Truckstop is keeping on trucking for it’s 38th Annual Walcott Truckers Jamboree Thursday through Saturday, July 13-15. The event, as always, is at the Iowa 80 Truckstop, I-80 Exit 284, Walcott, Iowa. Admission and parking are free. Shuttles will be provided from the parking area to the event grounds. Since it’s inception in 1979, the Truckers Jamboree has been celebrating America’s Truckers. This event is a great place to celebrate and learn about trucking and those big rigs. It’s our way of saying thank you to the millions of truck drivers... Read More

How to Make Sauerkraut with Kristin Bogdonas will be held Sunday, July 16 at 2 p.m. at the German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Come learn how to make everyone’s favorite food: Sauerkraut! Kristin Bogdonas will be demonstrating recipes and techniques so you can make your own. If you’re lucky, you may be able to try some during the presentation. Come learn something new, or expand your extensive recipe book! RSVP Required – Call (563) 322-8844 or email info@gahc.org to RSVP – HURRY! LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE & FILLING UP FAST!  Read More

Looking for something family friendly and fun to do this weekend? Then look no further than the Two Rivers YMCA! It’s Tee Time! On Saturday July 16, the YMCA in Moline is hosting Family Fun Time at the Two Rivers YMCA Golf Learning Center from 1-2:30 p.m. The golf center is located at 2110 53rd Street Moline (at the far south end of the YMCA property, behind the Steel Plow restaurant). Families will get to practice putting and driving, participate in obstacle putt-putt practice, and enjoy refreshing snacks. A “Closest to the Pin” contest will have prizes for the top individual and... Read More

Do you have a little artist at home? Do you find their creativity flows when engaged in drawing or painting? How would you like to help them expand their knowledge and confidence? Aimee Ford, with AF Studio, is now offering one-on-one children’s art classes! AF Studio is located at 421 19th Street, in The LeClaire Building downtown Moline. Aimee opened the doors to AF Studio in December of 2016, filling it with her oil paintings, acrylics, watercolors, graphite work and more.  Before this, she worked from her in-home studio. She was busting at the seams with art, so she had to make the break... Read More

A new multimedia event, the All Senses Festival, is set to stun and delight the senses in the Quad-Cities this fall. The event takes place Sept. 28 through Oct. 1 at a variety of locales. All Senses Festival is literally a feast for the senses.   It is a collaboration of several ongoing artistic endeavors combined under one umbrella: 30 + performers, music, poetry, film, craft beer & food, an antique, craft and art fair, and much more.   The Festival incorporates multiple venues on both sides of the Mississippi river.  All Senses is a four day event taking place at The Figge Art Museum... Read More

The Black Hawk State Historic Site is turning 90, and you’re invited to celebrate! On Sunday July 9, Black Hawk State Historic Site will be hosting the event, ‘Sunday in the Park: a 90th Anniversary Celebration, 1927-2017’. From 1-3 p.m. come out to enjoy field trips, tours, projects for children from the Twelve Moons book, building an eagle’s nest, make and take crafts by Chuck Wester, and other activities. From 3-4 p.m. enjoy music and refreshments. From 1882 to 1927 the Watch Tower Amusement Park occupied the area that would become Black Hawk State Historic Site. Black Hawk Park was... Read More

Are you a dog lover? Do you hate to leave your favorite pooch at home, but really want to check out a River Bandit’s game? Then this is the event for you! That’s right, Sunday July 9 is Bring Your DOG to the Ballpark at Modern Woodmen stadium! All dogs are welcome! The game starts at 5:15, but get there early to meet with players for some pregame autographs. Come watch the River Bandits take on the Clinton Lumberjacks with your four-legged friends next to you! A portion of ticket sales will be going to benefit Kings Harvest Pet Rescue No Kill Shelter. If you would like to purchase tickets early,... Read More

Quad-Cities born and raised filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods have been signed to direct “Haunt,” a new horror-thriller also written by Beck and Woods. They also penned Paramount’s “A Quiet Place” which stars John Krasinski and Emily Blunt and marks Krasinski’s major studio directorial debut. Production on “Haunt” is eyed for a fall start. The plot: On Halloween, a group of friends encounter an “extreme” haunted house which promises to feed on their darkest fears. The night turns deadly as they come to the horrifying realization that some nightmares are real. A Quiet Place,... Read More

The Eldridge Summer Festival, themed Under the Light of the Moon, is officially here! Friday July 7 and Saturday July 8 the city of Eldridge will transform into a magical celebration of fun! Between the Moonlight Chase, talent shows, parade and more there will be plenty for the entire family to enjoy! Here is a full schedule for Friday July 7 and Saturday July 8: Friday July 7 7 p.m.                                        Talent Contest at NS High School   Saturday July 8 7-10 a.m.                                 Lion’s... Read More