Have you ever wondered what it would be like to enjoy a glass of wine with Einstein? Well here is your opportunity! Make plans to visit the German American Heritage Center and Museum (712 W 2nd Street Davenport) this Saturday Mar 10 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. to enjoy Wine with Einstein! Award-winning actor, Duffy Hudson, will be gracing GAHC while channeling his inner Albert Einstein. Enjoy an hour of wine tasting, snacks and the enlightening company of German-born theoretical physicist, Einstein! Imagine the discussions on the Theory of Relativity in a fun and exciting way. No mathematics or knowledge... Read More

WQPT announces its annual PBS KIDS Writers Contest empowering children in grades K-3 to celebrate creativity and build literacy skills by writing and illustrating their own stories. Stories, which must be the original work of the child, may be non-fiction, fiction, prose or poetry. Entries, postmarked by Friday, March 30 can be dropped off at WQPT’s office at Western Illinois University’s riverfront campus, or mailed to WQPT, 3300 River Drive, Moline, Illinois 61265. “WQPT is committed to helping Quad City area children build valuable literacy skills through fun, hands-on opportunities.... Read More

Looking for a fun and safe way to spend New Year’s Eve? Then make plans to hang out at Skate City QCA & Laser Tag Alley! Skate City’s New Year’s Eve Bash includes an all-night lock-in from 6 p.m. – 6 a.m. this Sunday Dec 31 through Monday Jan 1! Tickets are only $47 and skate rentals are $3. Ticket price includes admission, pizza and pop buffet, breakfast, unlimited laser tag and a midnight balloon drop with over 1,000 balloons! During the balloon drop, participants will receive horns, serpentines, blow-outs, hats and tiaras to bring in the new year! Throughout the evening you can enjoy... Read More

Nothing says Christmas like poinsettias and lights, and now you can enjoy the beauty of both at VanderVeer Park! That’s right, Poinsettias and Lights! is open and ready for visitors at the VanderVeer Conservatory (214 W Central Park Ave Davenport). This year’s theme is ‘The Polar Express’ and is open until Jan 6. This year’s annual holiday extravaganza features countless poinsettias, Paintsettias and a multitude of lights! In addition, this Saturday Dec 23 the Conservatory hours will be extended to 7 p.m. with free themed activities and crafts, beginning at 4:30 p.m. The VanderVeer Conservatory... Read More

Looking for a kid-friendly event this weekend? How about one that involved gingerbread houses? Both Bettendorf and Moline (John Deere Rd) Hy-Vee locations are holding their Kids in the Kitchen events this Saturday Dec 16 and both classes are focusing on holiday fun! Join Bettendorf Hy-Vee dietician Lauren for Kids in the Kitchen: Gingerbread Houses and Holiday Recipes from 1-2 p.m. The cost per child is $12. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to attend. Registration is required. To register, contact Lauren by calling Bettendorf Hy-Vee at (563) 332-8496 or by sending an e-mail... Read More

Are you children a fan of Jungle Bungle? How about Polar Express? If so, this is the event for you! This Friday Dec 15 Happy Joe’s Pizza & Jungle Bungle is hosting Polar Express Night at Jungle Bungle! From 5-8 p.m. bring the kids in their pajamas for half priced admission to the fun-filled Jungle Bungle gym and arcade. Hot chocolate and Polar Express themed activities will provide enjoyment for the entire family! The last evening for this one-of-a-kind event will be on Friday Dec 22 from 5-8 p.m. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enjoy some pizza, fun and holiday cheer!  Read More

Schedules can get hectic this time of year. So why not take a break and enjoy a nice relaxing evening with your family, in your jammies? Bettendorf’s Family Museum (2900 Learning Campus Dr) is hosting Holiday Jammie Jam this Friday Dec 15 from 6-7 p.m. Put on your jammies and head to the Family Museum for a cozy evening of singing, hot cocoa (provided by Dunn Brothers Coffee), peppermint sticks and family togetherness! Come sing some holiday favorites while appreciating the beautiful holiday decorations in the Great Hall. The Museum galleries will be dark and turned off, in order to keep the... Read More

If you’re excited about the new Star Wars movie, the Rock Island Public Library is offering a free event for all ages that takes a look at the science behind the movie. Science of Star Wars offers families and kids a chance to explore at to six stations that feature real technologies either predicted or used in the movies. The event is Saturday, December 16, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at the Rock Island Downtown Library, 401 19th Street, Rock Island. Activities include Star Wars crafts, snacks, driving a Lego Mindstorm “droid,” building a spaceship, considering the challenges of life... Read More

No need to travel all the way to the Rockefeller Center for outdoor ice skating! You can now enjoy this favorite winter past-time right here in the Quad Cities! The City of Bettendorf has officially opened the season for skating at Frozen Landing Family Ice Rink. The ice rink is located at the corner of Middle Road and 23rd Street. Hours of operation are Monday-Thursday 12-9 p.m., Friday 12-10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. and Sunday 12-6 p.m. These times are also dependent on weather conditions. There is no charge to skate. Skate rental is $2 for both children and adults, however. And concessions... Read More

Thinking of checking out the cherished holiday classic “The Nutcracker” this weekend? Ballet Quad Cities has debuted a new preview video of the show! Ballet Quad Cities is performing it at 2 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at the Adler Theater, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. This well-known Holiday Classic choreographed by Artistic Director Courtney Lyon comes to life in Ballet Quad Cities’ own enchanting production. Lavish costumes and magnificent scenery blend with beautiful choreography to create the most delightful fantasy ever. With live music provided by Orchestra Iowa this is... Read More