All Rock Island Public Libraries are open normal operating hours on Veterans Day, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017. Hours for the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street; 30/31 Library, 3059 30th Street; and Southwest Library, 9010 Ridgewood Road, are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday. For more information about Rock Island Library services, events, […]
What a better way to remember loved ones that have been lost than to assist in raising awareness for the growing need of hospice care in the Quad Cities. Genesis Health Services Foundation is hosting their annual Remembrance Tree ceremony this Friday Nov 10. This year’s tree lighting celebration will take place at Bechtel Park […]
Sharing your legacy with those you love. This is something most of us hope to accomplish, but may not know exactly how to go about it. Midwest Writing Center is hosting a ‘Writing Your Legacy Letter’ Workshop this Saturday Nov 4 from 2-4 p.m. at the Midwest Writing Center (401 19th Street Rock Island). A […]
There’s a long-awaited new addition to downtown Rock Island, and you’re invited their Grand Opening! WAKE Brewing will be opening their doors for a Grand Opening Event this Saturday at 12 p.m. The new brewery is located at 2529 5th Avenue Rock Island. This micro-brewery will offer an eclectic taste of blends. Brothers Jason and […]
The days are getting colder, which can only mean one thing. Christmas is coming! Are you ready to kick off your Christmas shopping season? Then head to Meyer’s Tails Up Farm at 5390 Irene Rd in Belvidere this Friday Nov 3 and Saturday Nov 4 to kick off their 4th annual indoor/outdoor Christmas show with […]
Do you want to update your wardrobe for the new season, but don’t want to break the bank? Well, here is your opportunity! Dress for Success Quad Cities is hosting a Second Chance Sale this Saturday Nov 4 at the Dress for Success building, located at 311 E 2nd St Davenport, from 10 a.m. – […]
What better way to get rid of that old Jack O’ Lantern than to bring it to the Family Museum’s Great Pumpkin Drop! Bring your pumpkin before 10:50 AM on Saturday, November 4, and at 11:00 AM Family Museum staff will begin dropping pumpkins from the Great Hall balcony down to the floor. This messy […]
You’ve probably seen the pictures or heard the stories. Men and women in red dresses, running for a charitable cause. Well, now there is an added twist to this infamous event! Sippi Cup Family Hash House Harriers is hosting their Inaugural Red Dress Run this Saturday Nov 4 from 1-6 p.m. at Schadt Park in […]
Call all Superhero Sons and Superhero Moms! You are invited to a one of a kind superhero celebration! The Rock Island and Moline Parks and Recreation Departments have joined forces to unite local Mothers and Sons for Superhero Night, this Friday Nov 3 from 6-8 p.m. at the Rock Island Fitness & Activity Center! The […]
Rock Island Library offers free, one-on-one drop-in technology help from 9:00 am to 10:30 am on three Fridays per month. Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, November labs will be offered: Friday, Nov. 3 at the Rock Island Downtown Library Reference Desk, 401 19th Street; Friday, Nov. 10 at the 30/31 Library, 3059 30th Street; and […]
