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Scare Up A Great Time With Midwest Monster Fest!

September 1st, 2019
Scare Up A Great Time With Midwest Monster Fest!

The Midwest MonsterFest, the Quad Cities premier horror convention, will take place on September 14th and 15th at the Spotlight Event Center in Moline, IL. The event coincides with the 45th Anniversary of the classic horror film, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and will feature celebrity guests Ed Neal, John Dugan and Teri McMinn, all of whom appeared in the film. Other celebrity guests include Wyatt Weed (Predator 2 and Star Trek), W.F. Bell (The Walking Dead and Rob Zombies 31), Bobby Ray Shafer ( The Office and Psycho Cop), Laila Haley (Sinister 2), Marlena Midnite (Midnite Mausoleum), and more. All... Read More

Midwest Monster Fest Offering Frightful Fun!

August 26th, 2019
Midwest Monster Fest Offering Frightful Fun!

Looking to scare up a good time? QuadCities.com is happy and proud to announce that we’re a sponsor of the first annual Midwest Monster Fest, coming to Moline’s Spotlight Theatre, 1800 7th Ave., Sept. 14-15. The festival, which is for all-ages and opens at 10 a.m. both days, features a variety of horror-related memorabilia, guests, a costume contest, podcasts and more! The showcase event of the fest is a 45th anniversary celebration of “Texas Chainsaw Massacre,” featuring several stars of the film, including Teri McMinn, John Dugan and Ed Neal. Tickets and more info can... Read More

Steely Dan Brings Sweet Tour to TaxSlayer

August 25th, 2019
Steely Dan Brings Sweet Tour to TaxSlayer

Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, Steely Dan, bring their fall Sweet Tour to the Quad Cities! Experience the legendary sound of Steely Dan at the TaxSlayer Center (1201 River Drive Moline) on Wednesday Sep 4 at 7 p.m. Hear your favorite Steely Dan hits like ‘Rikki Don’t Lose That Number,’ Do It Again,’ ‘Aja,’ ‘Hey Nineteen’ and so many more. Tickets are $29.50, $39.50, $69.50 and $99.50. You can purchase yours today at the TaxSlayer Center Box Office or online at Ticketmaster.com.  Read More

Have some Bazaar! Fun at Playcrafters Barn Theatre

August 24th, 2019
Have some Bazaar! Fun at Playcrafters Barn Theatre

It is that time of year again for the Playcrafters Barn Theatre Bazaar! This year’s Annual Bazaar! Kid’s Carnival will take place this Sunday Aug 25 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Playcrafters Barn Theatre (4950 35th Avenue Moline). Bring the entire family out for craft vendors, carnival games, raffles, bake sale, lemonade stand, a bounce house and a DUNK TANK! New this year is a Pie Eating Contest, as well! Signs ups will take place prior to the contest. Tickets will be sold at the event for the all attractions and games and there will be a small entry fee for the pie eating contest. For more... Read More

Experience a Journey to Joy at THE Market’s Summer Social!

August 19th, 2019
Experience a Journey to Joy at THE Market’s Summer Social!

Where can you find 60+ vendors with the best handmade decor, sweet treats, clothing boutiques for women, children and men, bath and body collections, vintage/antique, plants, and everything in between? At THE Market! Celebrate summer at THE Market: A Journey to Joy’s (1800 17th Avenue Moline) Summer Social this Friday Aug 23 from 4 – 8 p.m. and Saturday Aug 24 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Summer Social will host the 36 vendors from THE Market, 20+ guest vendors, food trucks, Country Style Ice Cream, live music, and make-and-take workshops! A $5 entry fee will benefit Dress for Success Quad Cities... Read More

Free Community Yoga Returns to the TaxSlayer!

August 18th, 2019
Free Community Yoga Returns to the TaxSlayer!

This time of year, schedules get busier and life can feel more overwhelming. As the weather starts to get colder, those aches and pains can also rear their ugly heads. So why not take advantage of an amazing and free program to help with relaxation techniques and healthy lifestyle tips? Howard Health Quarters is at it again with another amazing Free Community Yoga event! This one of a kind Yoga presentation will be held at the TaxSlayer Center (1201 River Drive Moline) on Saturday Nov 9 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Come for Yoga or just come to visit with vendors! This session, designed for all levels... Read More

Bryan Adams Brings ‘Shine a Light World Tour’ to TaxSlayer

August 12th, 2019
Bryan Adams Brings 'Shine a Light World Tour' to TaxSlayer

Armed with a career spanning over four decades and a signature brand of feel-good rock’n’roll hits, Canadian icon Bryan Adams is coming to the Quad Cities! Bryan Adams brings his ‘Shine a Light World Tour’ to the TaxSlayer Center (1201 River Drive Moline) this Thursday Aug 15 at 8 p.m. One of the most highly acclaimed singer/songwriters, Bryan Adams is known for hit singles “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You”, “Summer Of ’69” and his Rod Stewart and Sting collaboration “All for Love”. The Grammy winning artist has seen success from a string of number 1’s in over 40 countries... Read More

Make a Landing at Quad City Airport for an Electrified Art Exhibit

August 3rd, 2019
Make a Landing at Quad City Airport for an Electrified Art Exhibit

Quad City Arts Art at the Airport presents “Electrified” now and through Sep 2. Artists from the Quad City region will transform the gallery at the Quad City International Airport (2200 69th Avenue Moline) with sculptures that incorporate neon and video, along with other lighting effects. This show features pieces on loan from K. V. Dahl of Dahl Ford Davenport and Amy Nielson, and works by various artists including Gail Ray, Bruce Walters, Dawn Wohlford, Bill Wohlford, and Ron Kessel. Art at the Airport in The Quad City International airport gallery is easy to find. It is just across from... Read More

Matilda The Musical Coming to The Spotlight Theatre Stage!

July 31st, 2019
Matilda The Musical Coming to The Spotlight Theatre Stage!

The latest production to hit The Spotlight Theatre stage will bring inspiration to audience members of all ages! Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical kicks off performances at The Spotlight Theatre (1800 7th Avenue Moline) this Friday Aug 2 and will run through Sunday Aug 11. Matilda The Musical is a story of an extraordinary girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, the Tony Award-winning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical is the captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare... Read More

Love4Lorelei Celebrating Some Major Milestones with Blood Drive!

July 28th, 2019
Love4Lorelei Celebrating Some Major Milestones with Blood Drive!

If you have ever had the opportunity to meet the amazing little Lorelei Lovelady, then you know how this strong little woman lights up a room. Her thirst for life and shining personality will leave a lasting impression on anyone she crosses paths with. Lorelei Christine Lovelady, daughter of John and Megan Lovelady (East Moline), was diagnosed with an extremely rare genetic disease called Primary Hyperoxaluria Type 1 on February 28, 2017, at the age of just 6 months old. Primary hyperoxaluria type 1 (PH1) is a rare disorder that mainly affects the kidneys. It results from buildup of a substance... Read More