A cemetery with over 160 years of history is bound to be filled with interesting stories and important life lessons.  One local cemetery has created a way to keep those stories and lessons alive to this day. Moline Parks and Recreation is hosting their annual ‘Echoes from Riverside’ on Saturday Sep 29 at Riverside Cemetery (2900 6th Avenue Moline). This one of a kind walk down memory lane brings some the area’s earliest citizens and their stories to life for all to hear. You will find a common theme in the stories you are presented- Unfortunate Endings. Tickets for this event will be available... Read More

Jousting? Medieval games? Vikings? Sounds like a great time! The Greater Quad Cities Renaissance Faire returns this weekend, Saturday Sep 29 and Sunday Sep 30, at Credit Island Park (2200 W River Dr. Davenport). From 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. you are invited to enjoy some family fun and entertainment. Admission for adults is $10 (or a 2-day pass for $15), kids 5-15 are $5 and under 5 are free! There will also be a $2 discount to Military Personnel with I.D. Live stage entertainment, activities and demonstrations will provide the utmost enjoyment for the entire family. From Norse Fyre, choreographed aerials... Read More

Developing the next stage of reading is the goal of a Rocket into Reading event for ages 5 through 8 at the Rock Island Public Library onThursday, September 27. The free event is 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Downtown Library, 401 19th Street. Rocket into Reading is aimed at the learning needs of children in Kindergarten through 3rd grades. Launch the reader in your home with super sports-themed fun and the gift of a free book and sports bag. The event includes free sports games, crafts, and activity stations designed to improve skills and interest in reading. Rocket into Reading is the next stage... Read More

Bullying is serious business. But thanks to QC United and Pete the Purple Bull, bullying prevention in schools and communities can be both effective and enjoyable! Join QC United and Pete the Purple Bull in their Kindness Rocks Campaign! Show support and feel the power of kindness through the numerous events planned and sponsorships available throughout the coming months. While October is National Bullying Prevention Month, QC United is dedicated to assisting local youth fully access educational opportunities all year long. QC United operates several unique and exciting programs endorsed by multiple... Read More

The Storm is storming forward with a new season, promotions and a community initiative to skate new hockey fans into their TaxSlayer home. The team will hold a press conference to announce plans at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 26 at the TaxSlayer Center, Moline.    The new hockey team will release the 2018-2019 inaugural season promotional schedule, introduce their non-profit fundraising program and give a sneak peek at the Power Grafx Merchandise Store. In addition, the team will announce their training camp schedule, their new easy-to-use group ticketing system and the fundraising opportunities... Read More

Looking for an exciting and auditorily pleasing way to spend this weekend? Then head to Geneseo! The Geneseo Performing Arts Council (GPAC) invites you this Saturday Sep 22 and Sunday Sep 23 to the Geneseo Harvest Music Festival! Saturday Sep 22 is the 28th Annual Maple Leaf Marching Band Classic at the Geneseo High School football stadium (700 N State St. Geneseo), beginning at 3 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults and $3 for students. Programs are just $3. Area bands will compete for honors in the marching show. Geneseo Middle School Band will perform a special introduction.  Geneseo High School... Read More

You feel them before you see them. It’s impossible not to get up and dance to the beat when they are around. I’m talking about the Metropolitan Youth Program Drill Team! And it’s time for a Drill Team Showdown! Join the Metropolitan Youth Program this Saturday Sep 22 from 10 – 11 a.m. for a Family Fun Parade! The parade will begin at Frances Willard School (2503 9th St. Rock Island) and travel down 9th Street to the Martin Luther King Center (630 9th St. Rock Island). The fun then continues as the Metropolitan Youth Program hosts the annual Drill Team Showdown, Battle@TheRock! Head to Rock... Read More

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that the biggest and best celebration of Belgian heritage takes place right here in the Quad Cities! Take a trip to the heart of Moline, Illinois this weekend for this year’s Fall Belgian Fest! The 6th Annual Fall Belgian Fest is happening this Sunday Sep 16 from 12 – 4 p.m. at Stephens Park (7th Street and 15th Avenue Moline). Free admission to all. The Fall Belgian Fest, formerly known as the Fall Flemish Fest, is sponsored and organized by the Center for Belgium Culture. Bill Cornelis, the Vice President of CBC and organizer of the Fall Belgian Fest shares,... Read More

Fall is just around the corner! Which means corn mazes, hayrack rides and… PUMPKINS! Country Corner Farm Market & Pumpkin Patch (5333 US Highway 150 Alpha) is celebrating Opening Weekend this Saturday Sep 15 and Sunday Sep 6 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. In addition to the wonderful farmland produces in the Farm Store, families can enjoy a Fall Fun Park from 10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. on both days! Enjoy special discounts and concessions in Timber Park, Hayrack Rides, U-Pick Pumpkins and seasonal U-Pick Fruits! The fun continues with pony rides, Duck Racers, Giant Jump Pad, Straw Fort, Zombie Paintball... Read More

Grab your bell-bottoms and tie-dyed shirts! We’re going retro! This year’s Hilltop Campus Village Retrofest is celebrating the 1970’s! Retrofest is happening this Saturday Sep 15 from 12-9:30 p.m. in the Hilltop Plaza (15th and Harrison St. Davenport). Visit local merchants and enjoy live music, food vendors, a classic car show, outdoor movie and so much more! Admission is FREE! A 70’s-themed car show will begin at 1:30 p.m. Come check some amazing retro cars and trucks! Live music kicks off at 3 p.m. with Dwayne Hodges. Then continues with Angela Meyer at 4 p.m., Been There Done That at... Read More