Old Shoe is celebrating the release of their newest album, “Past the Light” on December 8th! A crowd-sourced album that gained traction in true grassroots fashion on Kickstarter, thanks to the love of fans, friends and the whole jam family! Join us as we come together in support of good vibes, good times, good people, and good jams! Genre: Americana Roots, Folk Rock, Funk / Jam-band Recommended If You Like: Phish, Grateful Dead, Eggy, Goose Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm Tickets: $15 in advance / $18 day of show Headliner: Old Shoe, with special guest feature Allie Kral Supporting Guest: The... Read More

Common Chord will present Jazz Nights at 2nd & Main on November 28! A collection of jazz ensembles from across the QC area, every Tuesday on the Common Chord Community Stage inside Zeke’s Island Cafe. Free to attend. Every Tuesday, 6pm – 8pm. Common Chord Community Stage at Zeke’s Island Cafe. 131 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52801 Learn more: COMMON CHORD    Read More

Women on Fire is back! On Friday, November 17, 2023, the Figge Art Museum comes alive with true stories performed by local QC women. The presentation will be followed by a Live podcast discussion about the stories women tell, and the roles women play. This year’s special guest is Kevin Goff, author, actor, filmmaker and great grand Nephew of Hattie McDaniel. Join us for cocktails at 5:30 pm and the program will begin at 6:15 pm. Admission is free! Learn more here: FIGGE ART MUSEUM  Read More

Relive the magic of year six in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Adler Theatre. With this film, based on the sixth installment of the classic saga, fans of all ages can now experience the thrilling tale of Harry’s obsession with a mysterious potions book accompanied by the music of the Quad City Symphony orchestra as Harry soars across the big screen in HD! FEATURING Ernesto Estigarribia, Conductor Save 10% and keep your favorite seat from year to year with a QCSO at the Movies Subscription! Learn more here: QCSO QCSO at the Movies series sponsored... Read More

Gather your little monsters and join the Figge Art Museum for some FREE family-friendly fun before Davenport’s Annual Halloween Parade. Collect tricks and treats as you move through the galleries, get crafty with art activities, and gobble up hair-raising treats before joining our kids’ costume conga line and heading out to the Halloween Parade! Learn more: FIGGE HALLOWEEN EVENT  Read More

Taste the best the Quad Cities has to offer & join us as we sample flavorful food & drinks made right here in the Quad Cities! Paired with music provided by The Textures, we’re turning downtown into Flavortown! They will have a range of prizes, giveaways, & awesome auction items with a few other ingredients in the mix for a recipe of flavorful fun & fundraising! 100% of the proceeds from “QC Flavor Fest” go directly to Common Chord’s music education programs. October 5th, 5pm – 9pm at Common Chord Come join a table, for more music & more community! Tickets can... Read More

Live At 5 – Free Summer Concert Series is back with some brand new additions! Live music will happen every Friday from 5pm – 7pm in the Skybridge Courtyard at Common Chord! Sound is rocking, boots are stomping & tasty cold beverages are poured for a weekend kick-off celebration in Downtown Davenport, IA. The party does not stop there… with the new “AFTERPARTY” addition at Zeke’s Island Cafe, with each week’s featured intermission artist performing from 7pm – 8pm! Series Line Up: Sept. 1st: Matt Fuller Band | Sponsored by: Friends Of Common Chord Sept.... Read More

Live At 5 – Free Summer Concert Series is back with some brand new additions! Live music will happen every Friday from 5pm – 7pm in the Skybridge Courtyard at Common Chord! Sound is rocking, boots are stomping & tasty cold beverages are poured for a weekend kick-off celebration in Downtown Davenport, IA. The party does not stop there… with the new “AFTERPARTY” addition at Zeke’s Island Cafe, with each week’s featured intermission artist performing from 7pm – 8pm! Series Line Up: Aug. 25th: Rude Punch | Sponsored by: IHMVCU Sept. 1st: Matt Fuller... Read More

Learn all about the History of Toy Making in Germany on Sunday, August 20 at 2pm! This presentation will cover the German doll and toy industry from the Middle Ages to today. In-person only. This event is $5 per person or FREE for GAHC&M members. Register online here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/664747907887 About the Speaker: Ellen M. Tsagaris, JD, PhD, has collected dolls since age three. She gives lectures, stages museum exhibits, appraises, and makes dolls. Dr. Tsagaris writes books and articles about dolls, including “With Love from Tin Lizzie; A History of Metal Dolls” and... Read More

The Beaux Arts Fair will celebrate their 70th Anniversary on Saturday, August 19 by bringing artisan booths and one-of-a-kind artwork to Alternating Currents on the Figge Art Museum’s Bechtel Plaza. This premier award winning art fair brings artists from around the Midwest and beyond. Paintings, glass, clay are just a few of the media shown at the fair. Also at the fair “Creation Station” booths that sponsoring groups bring “make and take” projects for the kids. It’s free admission to the fair and the Figge Art Museum! ABOUT ALTERNATING CURRENTS Alternating Currents... Read More