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10 Fun Things To Do Week of April 26th: Escape Room, Dance Party, Plant Sale and MORE!

April 26th, 2020
10 Fun Things To Do Week of April 26th: Escape Room, Dance Party, Plant Sale and MORE!

QuadCities.com proudly presents FUN10, a list of the top 10 things to do in the Quad Cities this week, and every week! Every Sunday, we’ll drop a new FUN10, to give you a head start on your week and a heads up on what’s going on over the coming seven days. Check out FUN10 every Sunday for the details on ten awesome events happening around town. It’s a cool read, and a great way to get started planning your entertainment for the week. As the current health situation in our country continues to force the cancellation of so many regularly scheduled events in the Quad Cities, we are once again... Read More

Mercado Virtual Storytime with Rosi

April 22nd, 2020
Mercado Virtual Storytime with Rosi

Mercado on Fifth misses their Mercado Familia and has been thinking of ways to connect with all of them virtually! One way they have found to achieve this, is by creating a series of events online until everyone can be together again. Enjoy cooking videos, live music and more story-times! Experience “Story Time With Rosi” this Friday Apr 24 at 2 p.m. on Facebook. Rosalva Portillo will share favorite children’s books, in Spanish and English. Rosalva, a Quad Cities native, is the principal at Lincoln Irving Elementary School, one of the few dual language schools in the Quad Cities.... Read More

Quad-Cities Groups Find Ways To Educate, Entertain Online

April 21st, 2020

As many musical artists and other performers are sharing their talents online during the coronavirus crisis, some Q-C music and theater groups are also finding new ways to be creative. The Spotlight Theatre in Moline was to open its latest musical, “Oliver,” last weekend. But during the closing, co-owners Brent and Sara Tubbs have used some of the time to record video interviews with friends and colleagues who’ve gone onto big things. Since late March, the husband-and-wife team have individually done six Facebook Live talks (inviting visitors to post questions), including actors who have... Read More

Go LIVE with Indigo Wellness Studios!

April 20th, 2020
Go LIVE with Indigo Wellness Studios!

Although most community members of the Quad Cities are currently practicing safe social distancing, that is no reason not to enjoy some daily meditation, yoga and more! While current health concerns have forced Indigo Wellness Studios (4701 41st Street Moline) to temporarily close their doors to customers, they continue to provide free resources, yoga and meditation online! Whether you are in need of some gentle relaxation or some Vinyasa Flow, Indigo Wellness Studios has just the class for you. To check out this upcoming week’s schedule, visit https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/mainclass.... Read More

10 Fun Things To Do Week of April 19th: Yoga, Music, Earth Day and MORE!

April 19th, 2020
10 Fun Things To Do Week of April 19th: Yoga, Music, Earth Day and MORE!

QuadCities.com once again proudly presents FUN10, a list of the top 10 things to do in the Quad Cities this week, and every week! Every Sunday, we’ll drop a new FUN10, to give you a head start on your week and a heads up on what’s going on over the coming seven days. Check out FUN10 every Sunday for the details on ten awesome events happening around town. It’s a cool read, and a great way to get started planning your entertainment for the week. Due to the cancellation of so many regularly scheduled events in the Quad Cities – with more coming in every hour – we are once again focusing... Read More

Coronavirus Crisis Claims More Theatrical Victims

April 17th, 2020
Coronavirus Crisis Claims More Theatrical Victims

Theaters in the Quad-Cities and nationwide are canceling spring and summer shows, due to Covid-19. The latest response to the global pandemic is the Augustana College-based Mississippi Bend Players (MBP), which is shelving its 2020 season. Jackie McCall is in her first year as MBP producing artistic director, and this was to be the fourth season for the professional summer-stock company. It planned to start rehearsals for Neil Simon’s “Broadway Bound” June 7, with performances June 19-28 at Brunner Theatre Center, Rock Island. “When we just looked at ahead at what could happen,... Read More

Quad City Steamwheelers Season Canceled

April 15th, 2020
Quad City Steamwheelers Season Canceled

The Steamwheelers have ground to a halt. The Indoor Football League, which includes the Quad City Steamwheelers, has decided to cancel the 2020 season. Steamwheeler representatives posted the following on their facebook page: “Though we are extremely disappointed we could not continue play we support the decision 100% as the health and safety for our players, staff and fans are paramount. We are looking forward to making a huge return in 2021! To all of our fans, sponsors, players, and partners we hope to keep all of you locked in for 2021. The IFL will expand to a 16 game season giving... Read More

Curbside Cash Mob at El Mariachi!

April 13th, 2020
Curbside Cash Mob at El Mariachi!

Let’s show some Quad Cities love to longtime Mercado vendor Restaurante El Mariachi (1317 15th Street Moline) with a Curbside Cash Mob! Curbside Cash Mob at El Mariachi will take place this Wednesday Apr 15 from 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. For this event, they will be selling enchiladas ($17 per dozen including tax) and chile rellenos (6 for $18 including tax) in addition to their regular menu.   Choices of enchiladas are: 1) Potato and Chorizo 2) Seasoned Chicken 3) Seasoned Ground Beef   Please place your order by Tuesday Apr 14, by messaging or calling Virginia (309) 737-2435.  If you would... Read More

Take a Journey to Joy with The Market’s Virtual 2020 Spring Launch Party

April 10th, 2020
Take a Journey to Joy with The Market's Virtual 2020 Spring Launch Party

Do you miss the carefree days of browsing and shopping for the latest local crafts and goodies? Well, luckily The Market: A Journey to Joy misses you too! The Market: A Journey to Joy, located at 1800 7th Avenue Moline, is taking their Spring Launch Party to a virtual level! That’s right, a Virtual 2020 Spring Launch Party is going live on Saturday Apr 11 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Go on a journey, from the comfort of home, and see what the 40 makers, crafters and curators have to offer this Spring. Enjoy a 1,500 sq ft clothing boutique, great home décor, bath and body care, specialty pet section,... Read More

Moline’s Spotlight Theatre Chatting Online With ‘Lion King’ Star

April 6th, 2020
Moline's Spotlight Theatre Chatting Online With 'Lion King' Star

Spotlight Theatre is once again putting the spotlight on a big name in their virtual online chats! Friday April 10th, at noon, Spotlight Artistic Director Sara Tubbs sits down (virtually) with Dashaun Young live on facebook to take your questions. Dashaun’s credits include “Simba” in The Lion King (Broadway, West End, Tour, Vegas), Hairspray (1st National Tour), Legends (NY Premiere), Sex and The City 2 (Film and Soundtrack). Workshops/Readings: Hunchback of Notre Dame, A Strange Loop, Triassic Parq, The Scottsboro Boys, and Emerald Man. Join Spotlight live to ask questions!  Read More