The Davenport Public Library to host QC PastPort on May 24th |Main |Virtual at 6:30pm. Join us in learning from Natalie Linville-Mass about the QC PastPort project from its beginnings to its present-day activities. Dive into the history of the Quad Cities by hearing about an innovative partnership with the Channel Cat Water Taxi and area non-profits.  QC PastPort offers self-guided, interactive, physical, and digital tours throughout the Quad Cities bringing history to life. Follow this link to learn more from their website: https://qcpastport.com/ Sign up to attend this event in person or... Read More

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Rudy’s Tacos on Saturday, May 7 in the Village of East Davenport! Come party in our party tent in the back parking lot! Fiesta ’till you siesta! Family fun with a bounce house for the kids! LIVE MUSIC! 1:00-3:00pm Doug Brundies 4:00-6:00pm The Matt Fuller Band 7:00-10:00pm Stranded in the City DRINK SPECIALS! Only at Rudy’s Tacos 11th Street location! The fun starts around Noon!  Read More

The Creation Studio at the Bettendorf Public Library houses a myriad of maker tools available for public use. On Tuesday, May 17th, the Library will host a workshop intended to introduce an available tool to creators. Creation Studio Tool Training: Sewing machines is a limited-sized workshop open to participants aged 16 and older which will cover the basics of using the Studio’s Brother CS6000i sewing machines. The event will start at 6:30 PM and is free. Registration is required to attend and can be made by visiting http://events.bettendorflibrary.com/event/6552496 or by calling 563-344-4175.... Read More

Rock Island Public Library is offering its final Spice Club program this month! Spice Club, May 12 at 5:30 pm, online. Sign up to get your own spice sample of Amchur or Amchoor (also known as mango powder) and a set of recipes to try. (PS: The garlic-ginger chicken with mint is delicious!) This is the last Spice Club of the 2022 season, so come see what you’ve been missing and try something new. Seats still available!  Read More

The American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is inviting the Quad Cities back to its premier event to boost physical and mental health through healthy habits while supporting the lifesaving mission. On Saturday, June 11 at 8:00 a.m., Quad Cities-area Heart Walk participants and teams are invited to Schwiebert Riverfront Park to celebrate heart and stroke survivors, raise lifesaving funds and encourage physical activity. This year’s theme, Heart Walk Here, invites participants to walk on the event path or to create a path... Read More

Register now for Summer Art Club & Summer Math Clubs! These 5-week programs lead your child through the natural wonders of art and math through in-person sessions at our Downtown Library. Summer Art Club: 2:00 pm, June 7-July 12, Downtown Library, with Gloria Burlinggame. In-person art returns, for kids entering 3rd through 9th grades. Join Miss Glo to take a look at animals you might see in the park, many from this neck of the woods. Look at book illustrations, sketch from models, and use a different art material each week to create your own masterpiece! Camp Math Club: 3:15 pm, June 7-July... Read More

Get ready to explore the Quad Cities in an exciting new way! We’re thrilled to announce that the bike and pedestrian path on the new I-74 bridge is anticipated to open to the public by the end of April. Very soon, you’ll be checking out the view on the gorgeous scenic overlook. If you don’t mind heights, go ahead and stand on the glass oculus for a unique view of the Mississippi River and boats passing by below the bridge. (Don’t worry, the oculus is made of thick, tempered glass that is safe to stand on.) As the sun sets, the path will be lit up and you’ll... Read More

Each year, the Western Illinois University Multicultural Center (MCC) hosts identity graduation celebrations, which highlight the uniqueness of underrepresented students’ experiences and celebrate the accomplishments and success of each graduate, while embracing their cultural and familial context. The ceremonies will honor graduates from Casa Latina, the LGBTQ*A community and the Gwendolyn Brooks Cultural Center (GBCC). The Casa Latina Cultural Center Recognition Banquet was held Friday, April 22. The GBCC event will be held Thursday, April 28, and will feature special keynote speaker Cook... Read More

The lovable and infamous Matt Moody, the Village Theatre’s General Manager is turning one year older and will be roasted for it. To help him celebrate, The Village have compiled some of the best comics in the QC area to shamelessly abuse him. It is something you might enjoy watching! Friday, May 13th at The Village Theatre in Village of East Davenport! Doors at 6PM, show at 7PM. $5 at the door  Read More

Celebrate National Bike Month with Moline Parks and Recreation and Cycle into Summer! Ride your bike (or stationary bike) 30 miles in 30 days.This is a great opportunity to challenge yourself (or your family/friends), explore trails around the Quad Cities, prepare for an upcoming ride or just enjoy a day outside!Register for the challenge, log your miles within the 30–day time frame, turn in your log before the deadline and earn your 2022 Mile Club t–shirt! Cycle Into Summer: May 1 – May 30Registration Deadline: April 29, 3:30pmFee: $15 per personCall 309–524–2424... Read More