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Fareed Haque Brings His Soul to Davenport June 22

June 19th, 2023
Fareed Haque Brings His Soul to Davenport June 22

Professor Emeritus of NIU, & modern guitar virtuoso, Fareed Haque brings his fusion blends of classical jazz & world music accompanied with Goran Ivanovic to Davenport, IA. Date: June 22, 2023 Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm Tickets: $15 in advance / $18 day of show Headliner: Fareed Haque & Goran Ivanovic duo Age Restriction: All ages, (Under 19 must be accompanied by an adult) Web: https://fareed.com/ Social: https://www.facebook.com/FareedHaqueJazzhttps://www.instagram.com/fareedhaque/ Genre: Classical Jazz, World Fusion *** All tickets are general admission, for standing room only. Purchasing... Read More

Who Will Be the Best of the Wurst? You Decide Saturday At Davenport’s GAHC!

June 15th, 2023
Who Will Be the Best of the Wurst? You Decide Saturday At Davenport's GAHC!

Do you love sausages? Then you’ll love this Best of the Wurst competition! Join the German American Heritage Center & Museum (712 W 2nd Street Davenport) this Saturday Jun 17 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. for the 2nd Annual Best of the Wurst. Sample sausage from local vendors, purchase delicious food and enjoy an ice-cold beer. Enjoy music by the Guttenberg German Band, and vote for the “Best of the Wurst!” Tickets are just $5 and children 12 and under are free. For more information, check out the GAHC’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/gahc712.  Read More

Spring Craft Show at North Park Mall April 22-23!

April 16th, 2023
Spring Craft Show at North Park Mall April 22-23!

North Park Mall is excited to bring back the ultimate Spring Craft Show to the shopping center April 22-23. There will be over 20+ local crafters and vendors set up in the common areas of the mall during mall hours! Learn more: SPRING CRAFT SHOW  Read More

Now Playing at the Putnam: Narwhals: Revealing an Arctic Legend

March 8th, 2023
Now Playing at the Putnam: Narwhals: Revealing an Arctic Legend

The Putnam Museum and Science Center is thrilled to host the Smithsonian traveling exhibition Narwhals: Revealing an Arctic Legend. From their depiction in the 1500s as angry sea monsters to their status as icons of pop culture today, the narwhal, with its unique spiral tusk, has inspired legend in Inuit and European society and fascinated people across cultures for centuries. This mysterious animal and its changing ecosystem are highlighted in this Smithsonian traveling exhibition. Developed by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and its Arctic Studies Center and organized... Read More

Free Family Day at Davenport’s Figge Museum TODAY!

February 26th, 2023
Free Family Day at Davenport's Figge Museum TODAY!

Join the Figge for a fun-filled afternoon as we explore a new exhibition through art, activities and play designed for guests of all ages. Enjoy Free admission all day, with scheduled activities happening noon – 3 p.m. This Free Family Day will featuring the newest Figge exhibition Sporting Fashion: Outdoor Girls 1800 to 1960. Free Family Day is Sponsored by Iowa American Water. Learn more: FIGGE ART MUSEUM  Read More

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Village February 11

February 10th, 2023
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Village February 11

Valentine’s Day in the Village! Join the community for a day of sweet deals, treats, and specials! ❤️ Participating businesses: – Brew in the Village – Calla – Camp McClellan Cellars – Coffee House – Doodad’s – Fleur de’Cor Interiors Inc. – Five Star Salon – Grumpy’s Saloon – Lagomarcino’s – Mary’s Diamonds and Jewelry – McClellan Stockade – Mezzanine Boutique – Mint Green Boutique – Sunlight Yoga + Apothecary – Vape Cafe – Wide River Winery – Wind Dancer... Read More

Quad City Fish Swap Swims Into Golden Leaf Banquet Center In Davenport

January 15th, 2023
Quad City Fish Swap Swims Into Golden Leaf Banquet Center In Davenport

Check out the Quad City Fish Swap at noon Sunday at Golden Leaf Banquet Center, 2902 E. Kimberly, Davenport. Follow Social Distancing & CDC Guidlines. We will have touch-less hand sanitizer stations throughout the venue. Please DO NOT TOUCH items until purchased. If high risk or experiencing symptoms please stay home. Retail sales event featuring a HUGE selection of live freshwater fish and plants. Plus new & used equipment, supplies and decor. Something for EVERY aquatic hobbyist. Free Admission!  Read More

Iowa Creative Arts Academy Seeking Applicants

January 10th, 2023
Iowa Creative Arts Academy Seeking Applicants

Interested in applying to Iowa’s Creative Arts Academy in Davenport? What is the CAA looking for in its students? Enthusiasm for the arts and their chosen art form Ability to take instruction and constructive criticism Willingness to experiment, take risks, and learn from setbacks The CAA will be admitting 7 – 12th graders for the upcoming school year! Auditions for the Academy will be held on the last weekend of January and first weekend of February for the following school year. We will hold other auditions for students who apply outside that time. All applicants must fill out... Read More

Davenport Awarded Over $15 Million In Grants For Buses, Road Improvements

January 1st, 2023
Davenport Awarded Over $15 Million In Grants For Buses, Road Improvements

Davenport is on the move in a good way! And a green way! In addition to the funding that City Council allocates each year for a variety of capital improvement projects, City staff also pursues a number of grant opportunities each year to leverage the investment the City has made on a number of projects. This year, the City was awarded over $15 million dollars in grants to invest in projects across our community such as electric buses, road improvements, and creative placemaking.    Read More

Davenport Coordinated Assessment Program Celebrates First Year Of Operations

December 28th, 2022
Davenport Coordinated Assessment Program Celebrates First Year Of Operations

The Davenport CAP program had plenty to celebrate this year. The Coordinated Assessment Program (CAP) completed its first full year of operations in 2022. CAP provides coordinated, multi-agency, single-entry access that invests in the safety of youth, families, and the community through early identification, intervention, comprehensive assessment, improved access and navigation to appropriate services. CAP is delivered by Family Resources in partnership with United Way Quad Cities, Scott County, Iowa, City of Bettendorf, Iowa Government, City of Davenport, and the John Deere Foundation. In its... Read More