The Third Place QC is proud to announce that its doors will officially open tomorrow, marking a major milestone for the organization and the community it serves. Community partners, neighbors, and media are invited to attend the opening day gathering to: Tour the new downtown Rock Island facility Hear updates on both short-term and long-term […]
If there was ever a time for a feel-good, warm-hearted musical in today’s deeply polarized, violent society, today would seem to be the time. As the classic 1965 Burt Bacharach-Hal David song dreams, “What The World Needs Now Is Love.” And that’s what the new show at Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 2017’s “Come From Away,” […]
Nearly four years after its groundbreaking, a long-anticipated $47-million, three-story building is expected to open in downtown Rock Island in October. Davenport-based Russell Co. is general contractor for the 55,438-square-foot federal facility, at 320 18th St., across the street from the former Rock Island Argus building (vacant since 2008). The privately-owned, leased building – originally […]
On Saturday, August 2, 2025, QC Haunts & History will be hosting its first Summerween market. This outdoor event will take place at Skeleton Key Arts and Antiques. The market will run from 12pm – 4pm. The Summerween market is a Halloween/spooky-themed event. Shop local and shop small for items and services including: spooky, horror, […]
Still looking to make up your mind on who to vote for for Rock Island Mayor on Tuesday? I talked to both candidates for my podcast, QC Uncut, and had great conversations for more than an hour, uncut and uncensored, about the topics important to Rock Islanders. Please listen to both podcasts to get the […]
After January, two beloved downtown Rock Island businesses will be closing… not without a last hurrah. A paranormal one! A ghost hunt will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. tonight! This one-time event is a paranormal investigation of BOTH Spellbound and Theo’s Java Club. You’ll have access of parts of places people haven’t had […]
ROCK ISLAND, IL – Skeleton Key Art and Antiques invites you to join Rock Island antique shops for a “shop hop” style antique holiday shopping event this Saturday, Nov. 30. Five of Rock Island’s antique stores will offer shopping, sales, and a chance to win $100 in gift certificates as they welcome shoppers to the […]
The grand opening of Arts Alley in downtown Rock Island is taking place this Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Come experience this vibrant outdoor event space, brought to life with more than $500,000 in improvements, including two beautiful murals. The festivities will kick off with a formal ceremony celebrating the completion of […]
Join Downtown Rock Island in celebrating the grand opening of Arts Alley in downtown Rock Island! On Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., come experience this vibrant outdoor event space, brought to life with over $500,000 in improvements! The festivities will kick off with a formal ceremony celebrating the completion of Arts Alley […]
Antique Spectacular Vintage Market is TODAY at QCCA Expo Center,2621 4th Ave, Rock Island, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fall antique and vintage market in its 30th year, features a line up of 70 outstanding vendors with antiques & vintage items galore at Antique Spectacular. The QCCA Expo Center will be overflowing with […]
