Sean Leary
Sean Leary is an author, director, artist, musician, producer and entrepreneur who has been writing professionally since debuting at age 11 in the pages of the Comics Buyers Guide.
An honors graduate of the University of Southern California masters program, he has written almost 30 books including the best-sellers The Arimathean, Every Number is Lucky to Someone and We Are All Characters.
Recent Content

The 43rd George Hermann Western Illinois Senior Olympics (WISO) wrapped up with resounding success, as many athletes from across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, California and Florida gathered at …
The 43rd George Herm…
The 43rd George Hermann Western Illinois Senior Olympics (WISO) wrapped up with resounding success, as many athletes from across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, California and Florida gathered at Western Illinois University to celebrate competition, fitness and community. Spanning over 30 events across nine sports, including track and field, swimming, cycling, golf and more, the WISO showcased the talent, resilience and camaraderie of adults aged 50 and above. Athletes displayed incredible performances across all sports, setting personal bests and forging new friendships along the way. …


Presented in partnership with the Quad Cities Cultural Trust, the City of Davenport, and Supporting Sponsor Tower Trust and Investment, Common Chord's Live At 5 Summer Kickoff Block Party will feature…
Presented in partner…
Presented in partnership with the Quad Cities Cultural Trust, the City of Davenport, and Supporting Sponsor Tower Trust and Investment, Common Chord's Live At 5 Summer Kickoff Block Party will feature live music, more than fifteen community cultural organizations with their summer event information and giveaways, and new this year - a special afterglow party with Quad City Arts featuring Silent Disco. The event will take place in downtown Davenport's Skybridge Courtyard and along Second Street between Main and Brady Streets (which will be closed to vehicles) on Friday, June 6th from 5:00 p.m.-…


Ragged Records presents THE TUBS (on tour from the UK) with opening sets from Subatlantic and Camp Regret on Friday June 13th at Rozz Tox 2108 3rd Ave Rock Island. Doors at 7:00PM Music at 8:00PM All …
Ragged Records prese…
Ragged Records presents THE TUBS (on tour from the UK) with opening sets from Subatlantic and Camp Regret on Friday June 13th at Rozz Tox 2108 3rd Ave Rock Island. Doors at 7:00PM Music at 8:00PM All ages. Tickets at rozztox.com The Tubs - From the UK, described by many as "Jangle Pop" for fans of Richard Thompson, Sebadoh, R.E.M., and The Smiths. New album 'Cotton Crown' available from Trouble In Mind Records https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tubs https://thetubs.bandcamp.com/ Subatlantic - From the Quad Cities IA/IL. Wife and husband duo indie rock post punk four piece. New album 'S…


Jerry Cantrell is bringing the I Want Blood Tour to Capitol Theatre in Davenport, IA on September 10th! Local presale code: VILIFIED Code valid 10:00 AM Tuesday, May 20th to 10:00 PM Wednesday,…
Jerry Cantrell is br…
Jerry Cantrell is bringing the I Want Blood Tour to Capitol Theatre in Davenport, IA on September 10th! Local presale code: VILIFIED Code valid 10:00 AM Tuesday, May 20th to 10:00 PM Wednesday, May 21st. Tickets on sale Thursday, May 22nd at 10:00 AM // axs.com/events/972817/


The Optimist Club Foundation of Davenport is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Promise Award, an annual recognition honoring students who exemplify the values of the Optimist Creed. This pr…
The Optimist Club Fo…
The Optimist Club Foundation of Davenport is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Promise Award, an annual recognition honoring students who exemplify the values of the Optimist Creed. This prestigious award celebrates students who lead with kindness, optimism, and personal integrity—often lifting others while pursuing their own educational goals. Each year, three students from each of Davenport’s four high schools are selected to receive a $1,500 scholarship, awarded based on character, service to others, academic success (minimum 2.75 GPA), and plans to pursue education beyond h…


Alumni from the Western Illinois University baseball team descended on Macomb this April to celebrate the program's history. Players from six different decades were in Macomb to renew old friendshi…
Alumni from the West…
Alumni from the Western Illinois University baseball team descended on Macomb this April to celebrate the program's history. Players from six different decades were in Macomb to renew old friendships, develop new relationships and cheer on the players of the 2025 WIU Baseball team. The 16 alumni on hand were honored in pregame on-field ceremonies before a three-game series against Lindenwood. The alumni featured were Steve Knowles '71, Connie Kowal ‘74, Brian Peck ‘77, Steve Pastrovich ‘79, Bob Waropay ‘79, Mike Roscetti ‘83, Steve Jeffers ‘86, Dave Martin ‘87, Dave Eck ‘…


Looking for some fun this weekend? Check out Weekend in 2 Minutes with Sean Leary! Sean will run through a variety of awesome things to do in the Quad-Cities every weekend — from music to theater to…
Looking for some fun…
Looking for some fun this weekend? Check out Weekend in 2 Minutes with Sean Leary! Sean will run through a variety of awesome things to do in the Quad-Cities every weekend — from music to theater to comedy to family friendly activities and more! He puts an emphasis on free and low cost events to fit everyone’s budget and makes sure you get a great variety of happenings to choose from every weekend. And all in just two minutes! So take a short time out of your day every week to listen to Sean Leary’s Weekend in 2 Minutes — it’s your start to planning weekend fun on your site for fun, …


ROCK ISLAND, IL – The Rock Island Artists' Market is seeking vendors for the 2025 market season. Local artists, makers, growers and bakers are wanted on the second Sunday of each month, June through…
ROCK ISLAND, IL – …
ROCK ISLAND, IL – The Rock Island Artists' Market is seeking vendors for the 2025 market season. Local artists, makers, growers and bakers are wanted on the second Sunday of each month, June through October. The market is held from 12 to 5 pm in the parking lot of Skeleton Key Art and Antiques, 520 18th Street in downtown Rock Island, IL. Artists can choose to participate in any or all dates for the season. Interested makers can find complete details and the application form on Skeleton Key’s website, www.skeletonkeyqc.com/rock-island-artists-market, or in person during regular store ho…


After a terrific show in February, local burlesque favorites Kitty Bardot and Drop Dead Red are back with another all-new show featuring some of the best performers from across the Midwest TONIGHT at …
After a terrific sho…
After a terrific show in February, local burlesque favorites Kitty Bardot and Drop Dead Red are back with another all-new show featuring some of the best performers from across the Midwest TONIGHT at the Circa '21 Speakeasy in Rock Island! Their first show sold out, so you're encouraged to make reservations early to ensure you get in! The doors on Saturday, May 17 open at 7:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00. General admission tickets are $40.00 and limited VIP seating is $55.00. VIP is limited to just 16 seats. Online ordering is available at the link in this event or by calling 309-786-7733,…


You’re Invited to The Art Bizarre!Saturday | 5 PM – Midnight | Rust Gallery @ The Rust Belt Step into a world of color, creativity, and chaos at The Art Bizarre — a bold group show featuring so…
You’re Invited to …
You’re Invited to The Art Bizarre!Saturday | 5 PM – Midnight | Rust Gallery @ The Rust Belt Step into a world of color, creativity, and chaos at The Art Bizarre — a bold group show featuring some of the Quad Cities’ most electrifying artists! From towering sculptures to intricate paintings and mind-bending mixed media, collectible comics, this one-of-a-kind event promises surprises around every corner. Come hang out in the Rust Gallery, right in the heart of the Rust Belt’s common area (next to Midwest Ale Works). Whether you’re an art lover, curious collector, or just looking fo…
