We are excited to announce the Barge Party is back again and more exciting than ever! Come join us on the Quad Cities riverfront on June 15th as we reveal our NEW headquarters and NEW Floating Classroom! This is our biggest event of the year, with over 900 in attendance. It brings our crew, sponsors, and supporters together for our only fundraising event of the year. Enjoy a night of fun along the beautiful Mississippi River that includes a Fish Fry & Shrimp Boil, Wine Pull, Silent Auction, Barge Tours, Cash Bar, and Live Music By “For Those About to Yacht”! For more details, head... Read More

Hey, how about a pizza? You really can’t beat a great ‘za for comfort food in jenky times. In eras of uncertainty, there’s really nothing more certain that the delicious combo of malty crust, tangy sauce, gooey cheese and fresh toppings. Got your attention? You’re darn right we do. Now what you gonna do about it? Call up for some fresh pie? Good thing for you QuadCities.com offers you a list of local restaurants, bars and cafes that are going above and beyond to offer the community options to still get their favorite dishes – and here’s your list of pizza joints available for carry-out,... Read More

Come learn about the haunted history of this majestic Italianate style mansion on the banks of the Mississippi River. A Quarters One (Arsenal Rock Island) Paranormal Investigation will take place tonight at 7 p.m. The Army Sustainment Command (ASC) Historian will give a talk beginning at 6 p.m. The Illinois Paranormal Research Team will conduct an investigation starting at 7 p.m. Participants must be at least 18 years old.  Cost is $25/person and you can reserve your spots and pre-pay by visiting the Leisure Travel Office in bldg. 333 or call (309) 782-5890. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/584159755488930/. Come... Read More

Hey teens! Do you have a love for video games? Want to try out new systems and games while making new friends? The Davenport Public Library (3000 N Fairmount Street Davenport) is hosting Teen Gaming at Fairmount today from 3-5 p.m. for teens ages 11-19. Come hang out with other local teens joining together for a common cause! Video games! Play new and old favorites, on systems including PS4, PS3, PS2, Xbox One, Xbox 360, Wii U and Wii. Plus enjoy space for tabletop gaming! For more information, including upcoming dates for Teen Gaming at Fairmount, visit http://events.davenportlibrary.com/event/teen_gaming_4344#.W4ARQehKg2w. Don’t... Read More

Battle of the Bands/Acoustic QC 2023 is coming to the Mississippi Valley Fair bigger and better. MVF is excited to announce Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds and co planned by MH Entertainment will be hosting the MH Battle of the Bands QC on Saturday, March 25, 2023! This year they will have 2 battles throughout the day! They will be hosting our first acoustic/duo battle starting at 1pm on Saturday, March 25, 2023! All genres of music are eligible and the top 8 acoustic/duo acts will advance to perform at the Battle of the Bands. The acoustic battle will start around 1pm and one winner will be opening... Read More

The Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Women’s Basketball Tournament returns to the TaxSlayer Center, 1201 River Dr. in downtown Moline, Illinois, for its fourth year on March 11-12, 2023. Tickets for the tournament are on sale now and are available at the TaxSlayer Center box office or online at Ticketmaster.com. Group Rates are available for group of 10+, order today by calling 309-277-1356. Ten universities compete in the MVC Women’s Basketball Tournament and include: Bradley, Drake, Evansville, Illinois State, Indiana State, Loyola, Missouri State, Northern Iowa, Southern Illinois, and Valparaiso. For... Read More

The glamorous night of Dance we have all been waiting for! Ballroom By Nick is thrilled to announce an all-new lineup of the QC’s best and brightest stars for the return of SHINE ON Quad Cities Dance Competition! Step into Eldridge Community Center at 6pm for our sumptuous Red Carpet Cocktail Party with unlimited Wine & Beer, and enjoy catered appetizers by The Phoenix! Mingle with the Stars and their devoted supporters, and make sure to get your pictures on the Red Carpet by our celebrated Photographer/Videographer Mark Largo! The show kicks off at 7:15pm – Hosted by the one and... Read More

The Quad City Hash House Harriers – Dirty Pirate Chapter (or QCH3), a local group that is part of the loosely affiliated international organization, the Hash House Harriers, and a self-described “Drinking Club with a Running Problem,” will hold their Annual Red Dress Run on Saturday, February 18, in which all participants – male and female – wear red dresses to have fun and draw attention to this charity event. Participants will gather at 12:00 p.m., at Rookies Sports Bar, 2818 Brady St., Davenport. Runners will take off just after 2:00 p.m.. In true hashing tradition,... Read More

Valentine’s Day in the Village! Join the community for a day of sweet deals, treats, and specials! ❤️ Participating businesses: – Brew in the Village – Calla – Camp McClellan Cellars – Coffee House – Doodad’s – Fleur de’Cor Interiors Inc. – Five Star Salon – Grumpy’s Saloon – Lagomarcino’s – Mary’s Diamonds and Jewelry – McClellan Stockade – Mezzanine Boutique – Mint Green Boutique – Sunlight Yoga + Apothecary – Vape Cafe – Wide River Winery – Wind Dancer... Read More

Make plans to take the kids to The Bounce House Extravaganza and you’ll be the hero! 60,000 square feet of bounce house fun for the kids! Just $6 per child for an all day outing and they can play all day long! January 28 – 10:00am-4:00pm QCCA EXPO CENTER – ROCK ISLAND Learn more: BOUNCE HOUSE EXTRAVAGANZA  Read More