There is no better summer feeling than sitting poolside while enjoying the feel of sunshine on your face and cool water on your feet. It is officially time to start doing just that! Riverside Aquatic Center (3300 5th Avenue Moline) is kicking off their 2019 summer season on Saturday Jun 1. The pool will be open from 12-5 p.m. to fulfill your swimming or lounging desires. General admission is $5, children three and under are only $1 and the maximum cost of a family (five people) is $20. The Riverside Aquatic Center was built in 2004 and offers a zero-depth entry, a lap pool and an interactive water... Read More

Hey Quad Cities, are you ready for some Friday night fun in Downtown Moline? That’s right, Mercado on Fifth is kicking off their 2019 season this Friday night! Mercado on Fifth is the Quad Cities only outdoor night market, and it happens every Friday night! From 5-10 p.m. on 5th Avenue and 12th Street in downtown Moline you can come enjoy food trucks, live music and entertainment while shopping from local small businesses. This open-air market is family friendly and provides many activities for kids, including face painting and bounce houses. Whether you are looking for fresh produce, handmade... Read More

There’s nothing more relaxing than sitting outside on a nice breezy summer evening and enjoying some free live music. That’s right, free! Every Thursday night throughout the summer, the Moline Centre holds a free concert series on the Plaza at Bass Street Landing just off 17th Street in Moline. The concerts go from 7-9 p.m. and all you need to bring is a lawn chair! Food and beverages are also available for purchase.   Here is the line-up of concerts for the 2019 season:   May 30                Class of ‘82 June 6                 Avon Dale June 13              ... Read More

You’ve seen the pictures. You’ve heard the stories. Now is your chance to get your own Scratch Cupcakery cupcakes! The first Scratch Curbside Quad Cities of the season is happening this Wednesday May 29 from 12 – 3 p.m. at 2904 11th Street Rock Island. You can catch them again on Friday May 31 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 1033 7th Street East Moline and Saturday Jun 8 from 2 – 5 p.m. at Doland Jewelers (3865 Elmore Avenue Davenport). Scratch Cupcakery is locally-owned bakery with locations in Cedar Falls, Waterloo, West Des Moines and Coralville. Scratch Curbside was introduced in August... Read More

Summer is right around the corner, or should I say The Bend? Enjoy some amazing outdoor live music throughout the next few months with the Quad Cities’ newest Wednesday Night Concert Series! Murphy Park (900 Bend Blvd East Moline) will be the home to the Wednesday Night Concert Series, beginning this Wednesday May 29 and continuing through Wednesday Sep 11. Come out to enjoy free live music for all ages, beer and drinks, food and vendors! Food and drinks will begin at 6 p.m. and live music will be provided from 7 – 10 p.m. Here is this season’s lineup: 5/29      Michael Stinson/The... Read More

The Kwik Star Criterium, contested each year on Memorial Day, provides a challenging and exciting course in the Village of East Davenport. Presented by The Quad Cities Bicycle Club, the 54th running of the Kwik Star Criterium takes place this Monday May 27 in the Village of East Davenport (2302 East 11th Street Davenport). This setting gives cyclists and fans alike a great day of racing and fun. Cyclists from across the U.S., Canada and Europe will come together to for a full day of racing featuring competitive men and women riders from novice to professional. 12 Criterium bicycle races will take... Read More

Hey Quad Cities, are you ready for the Most Outrageous Retro Show on the Planet?! Experience the most unforgettable live music performance you’ll ever witness this Memorial Day Weekend! The Cheese Pizza Tavern Tour is making a stop at Rock Island Brewing Company (1815 2nd Avenue Rock Island) this Sunday May 26 at 9 p.m. Admission is just $10. This all-ages outdoor show will leave you wanting more. Band members Haze Lee Finn, Sly Stewart, Gil Fishman, Alickzander The Gnome Fritz and of course, Dave the Gay Cowboy always provide a high-energy show covering some of the best cover songs while creating... Read More

Spend your Memorial Day weekend with the Backwater Gamblers, while they kick off their 2019 season! Celebrate our freedom as the Backwater Gamblers honor those that have made the ultimate sacrifice this Sunday May 26 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.! The show will take place at Ben Williamson Park, located at 5000 44th Street (44th Street and the Rock River) Rock Island. Show your patriotism by wearing red, white and blue this weekend! CC&B Catering and Mobile Food Truck will also join this celebration with delicious barbecue, including brisket, pulled pork, ribs and sides for purchase. The Backwater Gamblers... Read More

Do you love golfing? Do you love drinks with friends? Then this is the event for you! East Moline’s Main Street presents Putt Pub Crawl this Saturday May 25 from 1 – 7 p.m. throughout downtown East Moline. Putt Pub Crawl involves 2-person teams obtaining a Golf Card and visiting each participating venue to receive points.  Golf Cards MUST be validated at each of the 9 holes. The combined scores will then be entered in a drawing for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Purchase your Golf Card for just $5 at any of the following locations: Hole #1               Little Brown Jug (1315... Read More

Catch yourself daydreaming about warm sunny days spent at the local swimming pool? Well now you can turn those daydreams into a reality! Whitewater Junction’s Opening Day is upon us! On Saturday May 25, the Whitewater Junction season will be kicking off with a splash! They will be open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Admission is $9 for ages three and older. Ages two and under are free with a paid adult. Whitewater Junction, located at 17th Street and 18th Avenue Rock Island, offers a zero-depth to nine-foot pool featuring four water slides, a tot slide, spray features and fun for the whole family! Don’t... Read More