WQPT will stream a virtual commemoration of the 155th anniversary of Juneteenth on June 19 at 11:00 am. Six leading Black museums and historical institutions from coast to coast have joined forces to launch a digital commemoration of Juneteenth, the day that the Emancipation Proclamation was officially enforced, ending enslavement in Texas. This timely event […]
Like most everything else in this time of social distancing, the annual awarding of scholarships and other recognition for Rock Island High School students was done online last month. The Rock Island-Milan Education Foundation (RIMEF), led by executive director Monta Ponsetto, assembled a video presentation to detail and honor the accomplishments of 114 RIHS students, […]
Take a drive and shop local during this Downtown Davenport Drive-Thru event from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday! Shop for dad, hang out with your dad downtown, or treat yourself! Spend some time scrolling online to shop in advance and drive-thru to pick up your goodies or step out to stroll the downtown streets and […]
MACOMB, IL — The Multicultural Center (MCC) at Western Illinois University is highlighting two June national celebrations – the African-American community focused Juneteenth (Friday, June 19) and LGBT*QA community-focused Pride Month. Although the celebrations tend to give focus to a particular community, these are American celebrations by the diverse communities that comprise our nation. The […]
Looking for some daytime fun this weekend? Head to Gunchies (2905 Telegraph Rd. Davenport) this Saturday Jun 20 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. for their 2020 Summer Ball Bash. EVERYONE’S INVITED!!! Mad Hatter style Volleyball and Bags with a Horseshoe tournament on the side! Sign up for either one! $5 Pay-In. There will be […]
Come rediscover Davenport Parks and Recreation’s Mother Goose Land at Fejervary Learning Center (1800 W 12th Street Davenport) this Saturday Jun 20 from 12 – 5 p.m. for Fejervary Family Fun Days’ Kick-Off to Summer! Come enjoy family activities, nature crafts, and more! For free! Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, there will be no petting zoo, […]
FRIDAY June 19th is the registration deadline for Tball and Coach Pitch Programs with Rock Island Parks and Recreation. You can register by calling 309-732-7275 option 1 weekdays from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm or online by clicking the program links below: T Ball: 3-5 year old Coach Pitch “Modified”: 5-6 year old Coach Pitch […]
The Quad City Botanical Center announces new summer drop in programs, family activities, story times and day camps for kids. NEW DROP IN PROGRAMS EVERY THURSDAY 1:00-2:30 PM JUNE 18-AUG 6 Do hands on activities with your kids to learn about nature. New topic each Thursday, free for members or included with admission. No RSVP […]
Make plans to stop out at The Tangled Wood (3636 Tanglewood Road Bettendorf) this Saturday Jun 20 for live music from Have Your Cake! The tunes will kick-off at 7 p.m. From Have Your Cake on Facebook: “Despite Covid, We are playing this show because it is a beautiful and large outdoor venue with plenty […]
Rock Island/Milan School District 41 celebrated 25 RIHS students furthering their sports careers at the college or university level while practicing social distancing. The school district also awarded the James O’Melia Jr. Athletic Award and the Don Wright Memorial Track Scholarship! Congrats to the seniors who signed Letters of Intent! Here are the players who […]
