Rock Island Public Library brings acclaimed family performer Babaloo to Rock Island’s Lincoln Park bandshell for a free concert on 10:30 am on Thursday, July 15. The event, part of the library’s Reading Colors Your World summer activities, is free and open to all ages. Babaloo concerts are a blend of music and comedy, and […]
Noted children’s entertainer Babaloo brings his wacky blend of music and comedy fun to the Rock Island Lincoln Park bandshell at 10:30 am on Thursday, July 15. Bring your own seating and join us for a rocking good time! Babaloo is a high-energy show with plenty of stomping, dancing, beanbag bopping, bucket-thumping, and more rollicking […]
Genesis Health System will help area students and families get back to normal when schools reopen. “Pack the Bus’’ debuted two years ago as part of the Genesis anniversary celebration of 150 years of health services. The needs are even greater as families continue to recover from COVID-19 disruptions. “The Genesis ‘Pack the Bus’ campaign […]
Quad City Arts had a successful fifth-annual Chalk Art Festival last weekend – giving out $1,600 in cash prizes and new swag bag awards, as well as leaving amazing, colorful displays on the pavement at Schwiebert Riverfront Park, Rock Island. “It was wildly successful,” Quad City Arts executive director Kevin Maynard said Tuesday morning of […]
Congratulations to Rocky Freshman Sanaa Hampton on finishing in 7th Place at yesterday’s Girls State Wrestling Tournament! She went 3-2 on the day with 3 pins. Great job!
Time is the only thing you can spend once. And today, on Father’s Day, that’s something to definitely remember. Being a father, bringing another life into the world, is an amazing experience and responsibility, and it gives you a blessing in time to spend with a person who will always be a part of your […]
The Quad City Arts Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program has kicked off and is bringing art to your area soon! This week, the group presented three outstanding proposals for a new mural that will go up along the bike path under the Arsenal viaduct downtown Moline. This mural will be visible from the river and […]
Are you and your children big fans of Elephant & Piggie? Then Rock Island’s Circa ’21 has got the show for you, running June 11-July 2. Get ready for a musical experience, ripped from the pages of Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning, best-selling children’s books, that will leave audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all […]
Each year in the United States, more than 600 deaths are attributed to excessive natural heat. Many of the deaths are preventable. Genesis Medical Center emergency physician David Dierks, D.O., offers these tips to avoid being a victim of the heat: Stay out of the heat when possible. The young and old are particularly vulnerable. […]
Rock Island Parks and Recreation is excited to announce a “FREE” non-contact Rugby Skills Camp at Historic Douglas Park. This two day camp will be led by the Young Irish QC Rugby Football Club and is for all boys and girls in 3rd – 8th grade. Registration is required. Click here now! Check out […]
