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Geneseo Christmas Walk Strolls Into Downtown

December 7th, 2017
Geneseo Christmas Walk Strolls Into Downtown

Are you looking for a fun-filled day of shopping, children’s activities and a lighted Christmas parade? Then head to Geneseo this weekend! The 32nd Annual Christmas Walk in Geneseo is taking place this Saturday Dec 9! Kicking off the event, the popular Geneseo Jingle Run will take place at 8:30 a.m. This 5k event is only $20 to participate ($25 after Dec 7), and includes a commemorative t-shirt with pre-registration. You can register online for this event at https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=128152. Enjoy shopping throughout the day in downtown Geneseo. Make sure... Read More

Light Up Your Life On The Arsenal With Tree Ceremony

December 1st, 2017
Light Up Your Life On The Arsenal With Tree Ceremony

Looking for a family-friendly and holiday orientated event this weekend? Then head to the Rock Island Arsenal for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony! This year’s Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place this Friday Dec 1 at Heritage Hall (Bldg 60) from 4-8 p.m. Santa will be making an appearance and even posing for keepsake photos! There will also be free cookies, kids’ activities, door prize drawings and food and beverages available for purchase in the Lock & Dam Lounge. Come and check out the gingerbread houses on display for the Gingerbread House Contest! A collection for Toys for Tots... Read More

Winter Night, Winter Lights Rolls Out At QC Botanical Center

November 30th, 2017
Winter Night, Winter Lights Rolls Out At QC Botanical Center

The Quad City Botanical Center is in full Winter Bloom this December and you’re invited to the inaugural Winter Night, Winter Lights evening to kick it off! This Friday Dec 1 from 6-9 p.m. Winter Night, Winter Lights will get the winter season started at the Quad City Botanical Center. Tickets are $30, and reservations are required. You can purchase tickets online at http://www.shop.qcgardens.com/Winter-Nights-ALight-Cocktail-Party-WNA.htm. Cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary champagne toast to celebrate the exclusive first-peek access to the Winter Nights, Winter Lights display... Read More

Ballet Q-C Nutcracker Tickets On Sale Now

November 16th, 2017
Ballet Q-C Nutcracker Tickets On Sale Now

Tickets to Ballet Quad-Cities’ Nutcracker are on sale now! Shows are at 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 9, and 2 p.m. Dec. 10 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 one holiday production that you won’t want to miss! Join the dancers and musicians for an afterglow at Hotel Blackhawk... Read More

Rock Island Libraries Offer Family-Friendly Holiday Fun

December 20th, 2016
Rock Island Libraries Offer Family-Friendly Holiday Fun

Looking for something to do with the kids on holiday break? The Rock Island Libraries are offering a number of options for the little ones and their caregivers. Rock Island Libraries are celebrating family time this December with the following upcoming events: Children’s Librarians will be offering “holly jolly” stories this week, with stories, songs and a craft featuring Santa Claus. The Toddler Time storytimes are offered at 10:30 am Wednesday, Dec. 21 at the Rock Island Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road; and Friday, Dec. 23 at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street.... Read More

Augustana Lighting Up Campus With Holiday Events

November 25th, 2016
Augustana Lighting Up Campus With Holiday Events

Are you ready for Christmas? Is your house decorated from roof to foundation? Is your radio station set to Christmas songs that you will be humming for the next month? If you are ready to be in the festive spirit, come to Augustana College and experience one of the many Christmas themed events they are having over the next month. On Wednesday, November 30th, Augustana College is holding their annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. President Bahls will be conducting this ceremony in the quad on the south side of Old Main, which is located at 3600 7th Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201. You can contact... Read More