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Explore ‘Davenport’s Darker Side’ At German American Heritage Center

October 27th, 2023
Explore 'Davenport's Darker Side' At German American Heritage Center

Join the German American Heritage Center & Museum tonight at 6 p.m. for “Haunted History: Davenport’s Darker Side,” presented by GAHC staff live on Zoom. This presentation will include local ghost stories, mysteries, murders, and more! RSVP and receive a link by reserving a ticket on Eventbrite.com or calling (563) 322-8844. This event is free. Donations are always appreciated. Stay tuned to QuadCities.com, your site for fun, free, local entertainment for upcoming events in our weekly column, FUN10, every Sunday! #Fun10QC  Read More

Iowa’s Chief BlackHawk Motorcycle Club Hosting Fairgrounds Fun

September 1st, 2022
Iowa's Chief BlackHawk Motorcycle Club Hosting Fairgrounds Fun

Are you a fan of motorcycles? How about antique motorcycles? Then this is the event for you! Chief Blackhawk Antique Motorcycle Club is hosting their 46th Annual Davenport Meet from Sep 1-3 at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds! Gates open at 8 a.m. all three days, and admission is free. Donations at the gate are appreciated, however. This year’s theme is ‘Motorcycles of the 70s’, but motorcycles, scooters, 3-wheelers and minibikes 35 years old and older will be on display. There will be bike shows, technical seminars, swap meets, vintage racing, field meets and more! For a full itinerary,... Read More

Coal Valley Days Return July 1 and 2

June 25th, 2022
Coal Valley Days Return July 1 and 2

Coal Valley Days return to the bring back the nostalgia of the old fashioned small town festival July 1 and July 2! Friday July 1 and Saturday July 2, Coal Valley is hosting their annual Valley Days celebration! All events take place at the Coal Valley Municipal Park on First Street. Come out for carnival rides, a car show, parade and more! ​Pork chop sandwiches will be grilled throughout the event by the Coal Valley Lions Club. Burgers, brats hot dogs & chicken sandwiches will also be grilled by Coal Valley Days Committee. This year, the festivities include a petting zoo, a circus and 2... Read More

Bettendorf Public Library’s Craft-Tea event gives makers time to craft and mingle

September 18th, 2021
Bettendorf Public Library’s Craft-Tea event gives makers time to craft and mingle

Crafters and makers of all types are invited for conversation, tea, and craft time at the Bettendorf Public Library’s Craft-Tea event. Held at the Library located at 2950 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf, Craft-Tea will take place on Tuesday, September 28th from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Crafters aged 16 and up are welcome to bring their own projects for this dedicated work time while enjoying a beverage and the opportunity to socialize with other crafters. Complimentary tea and water will be available at this free event thanks to the sponsorship of the Friends of the Bettendorf Public Library. No... Read More

Zoom Bingo Going Virtual At Davenport Public Library

September 7th, 2021
Zoom Bingo Going Virtual At Davenport Public Library

Calling all BINGO lovers! Join us for Zoom Bingo. Prizes will be awarded. Registration is required in order to get the login information. Your Bingo cards will be emailed to you on the day of the program. The event URL will be sent via a registration email. Households can use the same Zoom login. Registration is required. Register here: https://bit.ly/dpl-zoombingojuly Keep up with our virtual programming on our Virtual Branch Calendar of Events at https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/calendar/virtual. This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit www.davenportlibrary.com... Read More

Cambridge Summer Community Theater Program Starts Tuesday with “Tom ‘n’ Huck”

August 2nd, 2021
Cambridge Summer Community Theater Program Starts Tuesday with “Tom ‘n’ Huck”

On Tuesday, Aug. 3rd, Cambridge’s College Square Park will be the site of a summer theater performance of Craig Sodaro’s “Tom ‘n’ Huck,” starting at 7:30 p.m. The play is the first performance of a summer community theater program, thanks to the support of the summer AIM Program through the Henry Stark Bureau Regional Office of Education. The AIM Program has been a part of Cambridge Schools for over five years, but this is the first public play. Admission is free to the public. The story revolves around the irrepressible Tom Sawyer, his best buddy Huck Finn, and many other beloved... Read More

Davenport Public Library Offering Crafts For Kids

June 29th, 2021
Davenport Public Library Offering Crafts For Kids

Davenport Public Library has crafts for every color of the spectrum! Each week at the Fairmount Library we’ll offer a craft corresponding to color; do one or do them all. Registration is required for each week at http://bit.ly/dpl-craftingbycolor. Best for ages 6+ Wednesday, June 30th at 12:00 pm: Orange Hanging Paper Fish Wednesday, July 7th at 12:00 pm: Yellow Pineapple Planter Wednesday, July 14th at 12:00 pm: Green Pea Pod Clay Sculpture Wednesday, July 21st at 12:00 pm: Blue Bubble Wrap Painting Wednesday, July 28th at 12:00 pm: Violet Beaded Dragonflies When signing up, please indicate... Read More

Virtual Storytimes Presented by the Davenport Public Library

January 25th, 2021
Virtual Storytimes Presented by the Davenport Public Library

Encourage the love of reading with virtual storytimes with the Davenport Library on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/davenportlibrary! Baby Storytime – Tuesdays at 10:00 am – Join us on Facebook Live for a special Storytime presentation developed for your 0-12-month-old! Introduce your baby to our favorite stories, rhymes, and fingerplays as you settle in and enjoy some fun-filled one-on-one time. Storytime Live! – Wednesdays at 10:00 am – Join the Library’s Youth Services Department on Facebook Live for some storytime fun! We’ll read stories, sing songs, share... Read More

Find a New Hobby Presented by the Davenport Public Library

January 21st, 2021
Find a New Hobby Presented by the Davenport Public Library

Need a new hobby? Want to find a new way to spend your time? Join us on Thursday, January 21st at 3:00 pm as our librarian discusses why hobbies are important and how they can help you in many different ways. We will also showcase new books about hobbies that are available for you to check out. Want to learn a new hobby? Jump into the session and we will help find books to get you started on your next hobby. January is National Hobby Month, so why not let the library help you start a new hobby! Registration is not required. This program will be held virtually using GoToMeeting. Information about... Read More

Quad-Cities Offers Options For Parents And Kids On New Year’s Eve

December 28th, 2020
Quad-Cities Offers Options For Parents And Kids On New Year's Eve

On the search for something fun to do with your kids and the whole family to celebrate the upcoming new year? There are a number of options to celebrate in the popular NOON year’s eve tradition! Here are a few around the Quad-Cities to check out: HyVee Virtual Noon Year’s Eve Allows Families To Celebrate New Years Eve Early Celebrate the New Year with HyVee’s Virtual Noon Year’s Eve Party at 11 a.m. Dec. 31! Join your Hy-Vee Dietitian Nina from the comfort of your own home for the following activities: • New Year’s Party Hat • New Year’s Noise Maker • New Year’s... Read More