BREAKING  NEWS: Theo’s Java Club, which has been one of the most fertile hangouts for the Quad-Cities creative scene and one of the most unique coffeehouses in the area for almost three decades, will close its doors for the last time as Theo’s on Wednesday, Oct. 6. As previously reported on QuadCities.com, owner Theo Grevas had mentioned Oct. 2 as a potential closing date for the quirky and unique spot for coffee, sandwiches, tea and more which has been a haven for a wide variety of folks from creatives to tourists at 213 17th St., Rock Island since 1994. Instead, the closing will... Read More

BREAKING NEWS: Theo’s Java Club will be closing after 27 years on Oct. 2, unless a buyer steps forward to keep the shop going, owner Theo Grevas said today. The quirky and unique spot for coffee, sandwiches, tea and more has been a haven for a wide variety of folks from creatives to tourists at 213 17th St., Rock Island since 1994, but, Theo says, it’s time for him to retire and put aside the last cups in early October. “I’ve got a vacation planned on Oct. 7, so that’s kind of the end date for me,” Theo said. “I looked at the calendar, and saw Oct. 2 was... Read More