River Cities Reader Issue #753, May 27, 2010

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OF METRO’S
2.9 MILLION
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River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 17 No. 753 • May 27 - June 9, 2010
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by Kathleen McCarthy
Business • Politics • Arts • Culture • Now You Know • RiverCitiesReader.com

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New Legislation Points to Global Governance

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ooner rather than later, each of us will have of Greece is really a salvaging of wealthy Greeks to these bills, as well. The full text and summaries completing the picture of global control of a
to make a decision about his/her national and European banks – at least for the time being. can be found at Thomas.gov, GovTrack.us, $10-trillion industry largely dependent on Clean
identity as an American. The question Further evidence is the current American OpenCongress.org, and Vote-Smart.org. These Energy/cap-and-trade/American Power legislation
will be whether, as an American sovereign, you Power Act of 2010, which is the updated version four Web sites are nonpartisan, and designed to that has as its linchpin American taxation for this
are willing to relinquish your status in favor of a of last year’s cap-and-trade legislation that passed inform without bias. All bills can be researched financial treachery to succeed.
merging with other sovereign nations, beginning in the House but has been renamed by the Senate through these sites, including the bills’ status, Because our entire system of law is more
with Mexico and Canada most likely, to form to throw the public off. This legislation intends amendments, and votes. deeply rooted in commerce and British Maritime
an entirely new form of international/global to impose the heaviest taxation since the income It is important to note here that the software Law, with much government authority granted
governance; hence the term “new world order.” tax upon every activity that produces carbon, being used to track carbon-trading was purchased through the 1946 Administrative Procedures
This choice of national identity is no longer including inhaling/exhaling air. Part of this tax in 2002 and submitted for a patent by then-Fannie Act, some form of global governance begins to
science fiction. The media has finally brought will pass through to Edmund de Rothschild’s Mae Chair and CEO Franklin Raines, using funds make sense. I urge everyone to read “They Own
this grave issue into mainstream focus, and the World Conservation Bank for the purpose of from Fannie Mae, while simultaneously cooking It All (Including You)” by Ron McDonald and
evidence points conclusively to just such an redistributing wealth to Third World countries in the agency’s books and allocating to himself $9.2 Robert Rowen. Be prepared to be shocked and
eventuality. Every day, America is drawn further exchange for their land, and for perpetuating the million in bonuses. He was indicted and fired, but shaken, but understanding the means/methods by
into the global financial meltdown through worldwide $10-trillion carbon-credit trading. reemerged as a founding member of the Emerald which American principles and liberties are being
Washington’s policies of intervention, financial aid, In other words, Americans will be taxed to Cities Collaborative, which is in turn a board systematically stripped from us with our unwitting
and our own out-of-control borrowing that forces directly benefit international interests other than member of the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX), participation is the first step in stopping such plans
taxpayers’ participation on whatever level our our own because a portion of that tax will go where this very software is currently deployed. from succeeding.
international creditors dictate. directly to a pre-established international fund. (The patent was approved on December 7, 2006.) Perhaps you have no problem with the notion
Such evidence includes Congress committing Those funds do not transfer back to Americans in The CCX was originally funded in 2003 with $1.2 of a one-world government, akin to Star Trek’s
U.S. taxpayers to 17 percent of the International the form of services or subsidies, but will ultimately million in seed money from the Joyce Foundation, United Federation of Planets. But if that is what
Monetary Fund’s $1-trillion bailout of Greece. In enrich the shareholders of the World Conservation when then-Illinois state Senator Barrack Obama you envision, then at least do your homework,
fact, IMF bailouts of any other countries will exact Bank, along with newly created “green bank” and then-Chicago-based public-housing overlord especially because such governance would not
17 percent of their financing from U.S. taxpayers, subsidiaries, which are really subsidiaries of Valerie Jarrett were both board members. remotely resemble the utopian existence depicted
all of which Congress will have to first borrow privately owned central banks worldwide. Meanwhile, Al Gore’s carbon-offset company, in Star Trek. Nothing in mankind’s history supports
itself, further enslaving future generations to debt This legislation is the scam of the millennium. Generation Investment Management, has that a top-down, centralized form of governance
that only benefits other countries. In the final The financial burden its taxation imposes on purchased 10-percent ownership in the CCX, has ever been anything but tyrannical.
analysis, TARP and the stimulus bailouts mostly Americans threatens to eliminate our middle class. and Goldman Sachs coincidentally has purchased
served to salvage Goldman Sachs and other Wall Please read House bills H.R. 2454 and H.R. 2998, another 10 percent. The CCX recently merged For the full version of this editorial, visit
Street elite, in the same way that the IMF’s bailout and Senate bill S.1733. Read all the amendments with the London-based Climate Exchange PLC, RiverCitiesReader.com/commentary.
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by Rich Miller

What History Tells Us
About Candidates Hesitant
to Release Tax Returns
T
wenty years ago, Secretary of State father gave or loaned his campaign fund
Jim Edgar and Attorney General Neil well over $1.3 million.
Hartigan ran for governor against Shortly after he surprised the
each other. Both men released their tax establishment by winning his campaign,
returns without much fanfare. reporters looked at him a bit more and
Four years later, Governor Jim Edgar and found that the political unknown had
his opponent, Comptroller Dawn Clark inflated his résumé. He often said during
Netsch, both released their tax returns. It the campaign that he’d worked for a
wasn’t much of a story. Washington, D.C., think tank and a U.S.
Then, in 1998, gubernatorial candidate senator, but he was just an intern. He said
George Ryan released his tax returns for he founded and ran an Internet service
the first time. He had company, but his
adamantly refused to father was listed
do so while he was as the owner, and
FRI MAY 28│Jade & the Capitol Theatre present secretary of state. You’d think after 20 Jason wasn’t even
And Ryan continued on the corporation
to refuse to release
anything other than
years and two criminal documents. He’d
touted himself as a
his current returns.
Most of what he
governors that the Navy intelligence
officer, but he
with
eventually got busted
for happened while
candidates would learn hadn’t received
any training since
special
guest
he was secretary of
state, which may be
their lessons. They haven’t. obtaining his
commission last
no coincidence. fall.
Four years Plummer
FRI JUN 4 │Capitol Theatre presents later, Rod Blagojevich said he had filed repeated the twin mantras of
a tax extension in April and wouldn’t be “transparency” and “accountability”
disclosing his returns until right before just about wherever he went during the
the election. By then, he was so far ahead primary. He also pledged not to take a state
of opponent Jim Ryan that it really didn’t salary if he was elected lieutenant governor.
matter. Since Plummer’s running mate had
Four years ago, Blagojevich did the same disclosed his own income taxes, it was
thing, filing for an extension. He finally assumed that Plummer would have to
released his returns in the fall, but only the follow suit.
front pages. He left out all the details that Instead, the onetime champion of
would’ve shown where his wife was making openness, transparency, and accountability
SAT JUN 5 │Pride Fest 2010 presents all her money. Turns out, a big chunk
of Mrs. Blagojevich’s income was being
adamantly refused to disclose his returns
last week. No way, no how, Plummer
funneled to her through fine, upstanding harumphed. Releasing returns is just a
folks such as Tony Rezko. “political distraction by those who cannot
Now comes 2010, and you’d think after 20 answer the real issues that voters care
years and two criminal governors that the about,” he said. That doesn’t reflect all that
candidates would learn their lessons. They well on his running mate, but whatever.
haven’t. Plummer claimed last week that voters
State Senator Bill Brady flatly refused to “need to know any potential conflicts that a
release his tax returns, then finally relented public official might have.” But what about
after a media firestorm ensued. It turns out a guy who won’t be taking a state salary

the reason for Brady’s reluctance was that for four years? Won’t there be numerous
he had paid no federal income taxes for potential “conflicts” if he’s still living on his
two years on his state Senate salary, and private income without telling us how much
no state income taxes on that government he’s making and where it’s coming from?
salary for one year. Indeed, he had asked for The last two governors who played
and received full and complete tax refunds. games with their tax returns were crooks.
Brady’s businesses lost so much money that That doesn’t make Brady and Plummer
he was able to avoid taxes on his state pay. crooks, but in an era when we ought to do
After the beating that Brady took over everything we can to avoid the mistakes of
his taxes, you might think that his running the past, it’s a fair hit.
mate would’ve wanted to avoid the bad Just release the returns and get it over
press. You’d be wrong. with, man.
Jason Plummer is 27. He won his
campaign with some hard work and a whole Rich Miller also publishes Capitol
lot of money from himself and his father, Fax (a daily political newsletter) and
a wealthy lumber dealer. Plummer and his TheCapitolFaxBlog.com.
by Lynn Campbell, IowaPolitics.com
Active Republican Primaries Lead

Early Voting to Tilt Toward GOP
W
ith a contentious primary for Branstad.
governor and competitive Branstad’s campaign said Culver’s report
congressional primaries, Iowa filed this week with the Iowa Ethics &
Republicans have surpassed Democrats nearly Campaign Disclosure Board shows he
three-to-one in requesting ballots to vote early accepted the $750,000 from the DGA this
in the June 8 primary election. year (in addition to the $500,000 the group
Nearly 15,000 Republicans statewide had gave him in December), $118,000 from
requested ballots to vote early as of Friday, political action committees, and $283,265
compared with 5,305 Democrats, according to from out-of-state donors.
the secretary of state’s office. Culver campaign spokesperson Ali
“The early voting numbers are evidence Glisson didn’t dispute the analysis of Culver’s
that we have many well-organized primary campaign. The latest campaign-finance
candidates who are turning out their reports in advance of the primary election
supporters,” said Danielle Plogmann, a were released as Culver wrapped up a week-
spokesperson for the Republican Party of long, 41-county announcement tour kicking
Iowa. off his bid for a second term.
Republicans have not only requested more The $750,000 check from the Democratic
early ballots; they have returned a greater Governors’ Association was by far the largest
number and percentage of early ballots, as donation made to the Culver campaign this
well. The secretary of state’s office says that year. The next largest was $50,000 from the
out of 9,209 ballots turned in so far, 7,069 Carpenters District Council of Kansas City,
are from Republicans, and 2,140 are from Missouri.
Democrats. Meanwhile, Branstad’s campaign added
Iowa Secretary of State Michael Mauro more than 6,000 new donors this reporting
said a projected 120,000 to 150,000 registered period. The former governor’s campaign-
Republicans are expected to vote in the June contribution listing was 730 pages,
primary given the competitive nature of compared to fewer than 100 pages for the
the gubernatorial and congressional races other candidates.
this year: Three Republicans are seeking Branstad received a number of sizable
the nomination for governor, while seven donations from business interests, and
are seeking the nomination in the 3rd at least three of the top givers were from
Congressional District, four are running in out-of-state. Topping the list were checks
the 2nd Congressional District, and two are of $50,000 each from Jan Krantz of
running in the 1st Congressional District. Adventureland Park in Des Moines and
Norm Sterzenbach, executive director of from Eldon & Regina Roth of Dakota
the Iowa Democratic Party, said early voting Dunes, South Dakota, founders and owners
will be more popular among members of of Beef Products Inc. The Roths also gave a
his party for the November general election. separate check for $2,000.
Traditionally, early voting has accounted for Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob
between 25 percent and 30 percent of the total Vander Plaats saw the vast majority of his
Democratic votes in the general election. big checks come from Iowans. The biggest
“It’s always a very important piece in our donation – two checks totaling $35,000
strategy,” Sterzenbach said. – came from Michael Wells, an executive at
Early voting began April 29. Registered Wells Blue Bunny Corporation, and his wife
voters can request absentee ballots or vote at Cheryl. Next came $25,000 from Anden Van
satellite stations throughout the state. All early Beek of Rock Valley, president and treasurer
ballots are counted on primary-election day, of farm-equipment-repair-and-parts
along with the votes cast on that day. company A & I Products, Inc.
The third Republican candidate, state
Representative Rod Roberts, had smaller

Help from DGA Accounts donations. His largest donation accepted was
for Half of Culver’s for $1,000, and there were only two of those:
Donations; Business Execs from Charles Heider of Omaha, Nebraska,
and Douglas Pudenz of Roberts’ hometown
Top Branstad’s Donor List of Carroll.
Newly filed campaign-finance reports
show the Democratic Governors’ For an expanded version of this article, visit
Association gave $750,000 to Governor Chet RiverCitiesReader.com.
Culver’s campaign on May 6, accounting for
half of the nearly $1.5 million raised by the This weekly summary comes from
first-term governor this year, while business IowaPolitics.com, an online government
executives topped the list of $1.6 million in and politics news service. Reporter Andrew
campaign donations to former Governor and Duffelmeyer and other correspondents
Republican gubernatorial candidate Terry contributed to this report.

Vol. 17, No. 753

May 27 - June 9, 2010
by Jeff Ignatius
532 W. 3rd St. [email protected]
Davenport IA 52801
RiverCitiesReader.com
(563)324-0049 (phone)
Playing Rather Than Programming
(563)323-3101 (fax) Caribou, June 5 at RIBCO
D
Publishing since 1993 an Snaith there were lots of
The River Cities’ Reader is an independent newspaper sounds tired leads to follow from
published every other Thursday, and available free of answering there.”
throughout the Quad Cities and surrounding areas. questions about math. And while Snaith
© 2010 River Cities’ Reader He comes said that he’s been
from a family of listening exclusively
DEADLINES mathematicians; he to dance music
earned a Ph.D. in the since late in the
• To purchase a display ad,
field in 2005. And creation process for
([email protected]): 5 p.m. Wednesday
because he records Andorra, his interest
• To purchase a classified ad, and performs (under is in creating (and
([email protected]): 10 a.m. Monday the name Caribou) hearing) music
electronic music, that’s “idiosyncratic”
PUBLISHER journalists (this one and “weird”: “I
Todd McGreevy included) ask him a lot like music that
of questions about the genuinely sounds
EDITOR relationship between his live, whether it’s
primary academic and played on electronic
Kathleen McCarthy
musical pursuits. They instruments or not.
EDITORIAL both involve computers, It has that kind of
Managing Editor: Jeff Ignatius • [email protected] don’t they? ... humanity ... . I’m
Arts Editor, Calendar Editor: Mike Schulz • [email protected] Snaith – who will be playing it rather than
playing with his band programming it.”
Contributing Writers: Amy Alkon, Rob Brezsny, Lynn Campbell, at a Daytrotter show at But because
Luke Hamilton, Rich Miller, Jill Walsh, Thom White “sonics boast valleys and peaks that play out
RIBCO on Saturday, of the way the
June 5 – said there are some similarities. like the domestic dramas contained within songs are composed and recorded, they
ADVERTISING the lyrics.”
Account Executive: But not many. “Being able to do what you don’t necessarily lend themselves to live
Chris Walljasper • [email protected] want ... is kind of an intuitive process,” he Snaith said he records hundreds if not performance without significant retooling.
Advertising Coordinator: Nathan Klaus said in a phone interview last week. “In thousands of hours of music over the “The four of us in the band kind of
both mathematics and in music, you kind course of a year, and “you often get a sense discuss each song and tear them all apart
Advertising rates, publishing schedule, demographics, of have to use some gut-level intuition to when you’re making a piece of music and put them back together in whatever
and more are available at whether it will work or not. But it also often
piece things together. [But] I think they’re way we deem most suitable, most exciting,”
QCAdvertising.com very different in many ways.” turns out to be a false sense.” That means Snaith said. “They don’t have to be
What’s evident listening to the music that Snaith is often exploring things that facsimiles of the versions on the album.”
PRODUCTION never become songs; but because he can’t
Art Director, Production Manager: Shawn Eldridge •
of Caribou is that Snaith’s electronic But he at first worried that much of
instruments are largely tools, not ends. trust that first instinct, he’s also mining Swim wouldn’t survive the translation.
[email protected]
Graphic Artist - Nathan Klaus There are certainly electronic sounds, hidden gold out of material that didn’t seem “I was really concerned when we started
but the songs sound organic and feel initially promising. rehearsing that the songs weren’t going
handmade, and his singing voice is ethereal, Prior to Andorra, Snaith largely pieced to work live,” he said. “I wanted us to be

ADMINISTRATION warm, and emotive – a perfect offset to his songs together without a blueprint; his properly performing them live, not kind
Business Manager: Kathleen McCarthy 2007 album was the first time he wrote
Office Administrator, Classifieds Manager, Circulation Manager:
any digital coolness. Put differently, there’s of relying on some electronic means that
nothing mathematical about Caribou’s before assembling. Swim employed both limited what we could do ... . I wanted
Rick Martin • [email protected]
Distribution: William Cook, Cheri DeLay, Greg FitzPatrick, Tyler songs. songwriting techniques, but Snaith said them to be free, as if we were playing [all]
Gibson, Daniel Levsen, J.K. Martin, Jay Strickland The Onion AV Club accurately summed there was another difference: “I had an traditional instruments.”
up the Caribou approach to electronic aesthetic concept in mind at the beginning
music: “Each time, bleeps and bloops made of making music that sounded fluid or Caribou will perform on Saturday, June 5,
appearances but seemed beside the point: liquid ... .” at RIBCO (1815 Second Avenue in Rock
Caribou is more about ecstatic synthesis The album was spurred by the Andorra- Island). The bill also includes Datagun and
than synthetics.” closing “Niobe,” which was itself inspired Centaur Noir, and the all-ages show starts at
Snaith’s dreamy album Andorra won the by the work of dance-music producer 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at
2008 Polaris Music Prize – awarded to the James Holden, “whose music although it’s the door. For tickets, visit RIBCO.com.
year’s best Canadian album – and his new electronic seems to breathe, really builds
record, the dance-y Swim, was called “his and decays in a natural or unpredictable For more information on Caribou,
strangest and gutsiest work yet” by the AV way,” Snaith said. “Listening back to ‘Niobe’ visit Caribou.fm or Myspace.com/
Club. PopMatters noted that the album’s while making this record, it seemed like cariboumanitoba.
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Artist Reception: Scott Community College Students, works centerstation.htm, thru Mon May 31.
in the mediums of photography, sculpture, ink drawings, and mixed Susan Long, drawings; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast
media; hosted by Sarah Robb; for information, call 563/441-4070 or at the i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr., Moline, IL, http://www.midcoast.
e-mail [email protected], Blank Canvas Studio & Gallery, 822 1/2 15th Ave., org/galleries/iwireless.htm, thru Mon May 31.
East Moline, IL, 6:30pm Fri Jun 4. Taking Root, watercolor, oil, and oil pastel works by Audrey Brown,
Iowa City Gallery Walk, a self-guided, free, family-friendly tour Billie Davids, Laura Larabee, and Roy F. Haught, artists with deep ties to
through the area’s visual-art community; for information, call 319-338- the land and those who live there; for information, call 563-872-3388 or
4442, Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA, http://www.culturalcorridor. e-mail [email protected], The Great River Gallery, 116 N.
org, 5pm Fri Jun 4. Riverview, Bellevue, IA, thru Mon May 31.
Opening Reception for “Letterforms as Paramount”, showcasing Venus Envy, works by female artists in a variety of different media;
Rev. Edward M. Catich’s contributions as a calligrapher and stone incisor; for information, call 309-786-2430 or visit http://www.venusenvyqc.org,
research journals, plaster casts, and rubbings; for information, call Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport,
563-333-6444, Catich Gallery, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, IA, http://www.venusenvyqc.org, thru Mon May 31.
http://www.sau.edu/catich, 5pm Fri Jun 4. OK, So Now What, exhibition by Matthew Hoffman, a Chicago-
Creative Connections: Artists in Action, a discussion about the based artist working with sculptural and typographical forms; popular
artistic process; free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids colloquialisms, trite truisms, and personal paragraphs created out of
Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, found and sustainable wood; Tue-Sat 7-9pm, The Bakery Gallery, 1330
10:30am Sat Jun 5. East 12th St., Davenport, IA, http://www.thebakerygallery.blogspot.com,
SmArt Activities, create weathered treasure maps; gallery thru Fri Jun 4.
admission charged for adults; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Allen Holloway - John Spiteri, paintings by Holloway, porcelain
Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www. vessels by Spiteri; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast Fine
crma.org, 1pm Sat Jun 5. Arts Gallery, Mississippi Valley Welcome Center, I-80 and US Highway
Closing Reception: Paul Riewerts - Kelly Bissell, photography 67, LeClaire, IA, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/leclaire.htm, thru
by Riewerts, wood works by Bissell; for information, call 309-786-2430, Sat Jun 5.
MidCoast Gallery West, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, http://www. University of Iowa Center for Human Rights Exhibit, a display
midcoast.org/galleries/gallerywest.htm, 6pm Fri Jun 11. of drawings done by Darfuri refugee children in Chad; for information,
Fridays at the Figge, creative painting, drawing, and sculpture contact Liz Crooks at [email protected] or 319-335-3900, University Capitol
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activities for kindergarten through 5th grade students; for Centre, Downtown Mall Main Floor, Iowa City, IA, http://news-releases.
information, contact Heather at 563-326-7804 x2045 or haaronson@ uiowa.edu/2010/may/050310at-a-glance.html, thru Sat Jun 5.
figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, Visions of Iowa: Arthur Geisert “Country Road ABC”, featuring
http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, 9am Fri Jun 18 thru Fri Aug 6. illustrations from the legendary master etcher’s upcoming children’s
Reception for “10 Years: The Brand Boeshaar Scholarship book; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd
Program,” highlights the successes of several scholarship recipients St, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, thru Sun Jun 6.
who are fulfilling their career dreams of working in art-related fields; Art Exhibit of Crosses, multi-media works by Terry Merchant of
for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Fulton, IL; Wed - Sun 1-4pm; for information, call 563-243-3300, River Arts
Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, 2pm Sat Jun 19. Center, 229 5th Ave S, Clinton, IA, thru Sun Jun 6.
Walking Tour: Downtown Davenport Architecture, on Saturdays; Fresh Blooms, exhibit by Denmark-based artist Tarlochan Oberoi;
free to Figge members; $7 non-members; for information, call 563-326- hyper-realistic pastel drawings of flowers, full of harmonious color and
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7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www. movement; free; Monday- Friday 11am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm,
figgeartmuseum.org, 10:30am Sat Jun 19 thru Sat Aug 7. and Sunday noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442, The Chait
Bucktown’s Final Friday, featuring the Art Expo Closing Awards Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
Ceremony; for information, call 309-737-2066, Bucktown Center for the thegalleriesdowntown.com, thru Fri Jun 11.
Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.bucktownarts.com, 5pm Art Survives: Expressions from the Holocaust, thru June 13;
Fri Jun 25. exhibit by Hilary Helstein, presented in partnership with the Jewish
Creative Connections: Artists in Action with Dori Vogel, learn Federation of the Quad Cities, featuring works by Holocaust survivors
+VTU BEVMUT LJET 0O TBMF OPX about the artistic process; free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar
Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
Samuel Bak, Alfred Benjamin, Alfred Kantor, Judith Goldstein, Dina
Gottliebova Babbitt, Ela Weissberger, and Karl Stojka; free with
museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804 x2045 or e-mail
"QQMJFTUPBMM*."9öMNT+VOF"VHVTU crma.org, 10:30am Sat Jul 3.
SmArt Activities, create fireworks puppets; gallery admission [email protected]., Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St,
charged for adults; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, thru Sun Jun 13.
Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, News & Nightmares: Homer, Ernst, and Wood Engraving, a
1pm Sat Jul 3. look at 19th century wood engraved illustrations created for the mass
Art Bites, with the museum’s executive director Terry Pitts; for media; includes 16 prints designed by Winslow Homer and 26 images
information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third from a recent Max Ernst acquisition; for information, call 515-277-4405,
Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, 12:15pm Wed Jul 7. Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, http://www.
Mississippi Mud Painting with Frank Ross, local artist will show desmoinesartcenter.org, thru Sun Jun 13.
a variety of art mediums and demonstrate painting with mud; free; Tony Brown – Representations of Rural and Urban Life, paintings
for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, inspired from such diverse places as Madison and Door County,
Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jul 14. Wisconsin, Chicago, Amsterdam, Rota, Spain and San Pedro, Belize;
Bucktown’s Final Friday, featuring the 5th Birthday Bash; for Monday- Friday 11am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday noon-
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information, call 309-737-2066, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd 4pm; for information, call 319-338-0354, The Chait Galleries Downtown,
218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.thegalleriesdowntown. members of the Amana communal society made the decision to come
com, thru Fri Jun 18. to Davenport; free for members and free with museum admission for

Two Turntables and a Microphone: Hip-Hop Contexts featuring nonmembers; for information, call 563-322-8844 or e-mail ach@gahc.
Harry Allen’s “Part of the Permanent Record: Photos from the org, German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA,
Previous Century”, in the Black Box Theatre; features 40 large, black- http://www.gahc.org, thru Fri Dec 31.
and-white photographs by Harry Allen, Hip-Hop Activist and Media Ange Glade of the A.K. Glade Collection, by appointment at the
Assassin with the seminal hip-hop group Public Enemy, Iowa Memorial inside gallery at 3rd & Brady; nostalgic black-and-white photographs;
Union, Iowa City, IA, http://news-releases.uiowa.edu/2010/march/ vibrant color photographic illustrations of the Quad Cities’ riverfront
031710UIMA-advisory.html, thru Sun Jun 27. parks and other areas of interest; for information, call 563-499-6570,
Belinda Talbot & Marcia Whitmore, abstracted floral photography Union Arcade Building, 200 Block Brady Street, Davenport, IA, thru Fri
by Talbot, orchid watercolors by Whitmore; for information, call 309-794- Dec 31.
0991 or e-mail [email protected], Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Art in Roman Life, thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass
Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, thru Wed Jun 30. vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; for information,
Paul Riewerts - Kelly Bissell, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids
photography by Riewerts, wood
works by Bissell; for information, Events Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar
Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, thru
call 309-786-2430, MidCoast Gallery River Action Channel Cat Talks & Fri Dec 31.
West, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock From Monet to Picasso:
Island, IL, http://www.midcoast. Riverine Walks The Riley Collection, European
org/galleries/gallerywest.htm, thru masterworks gathered by local
Wed Jun 30.
June through August collectors Tom and Nan Riley;
Pioneers of Quad City featuring significant but little-known
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Aviation…From Franing Field ou can talk the talk, ” goes the old works by Monet, Renoir, Degas,
to the Quad City International Pissaro, Chagall, Cassatt, Dufy,
Airport, the history of aviation expression, “but can you walk the Matisse, Leger, Mondrian, Miro, Dali,
in the Quad Cities through walk?” If you take part in this summer’s Braque, and Picasso; for information,
photographs reproduced from call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids
the airport’s archives, in an exhibit educational programs Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar
sponsored by Quad City Arts; hosted by River Action, Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, thru
many of the photos originated Fri Dec 31.
from the photographic journals of you’ll finally have a Global Currents: The John
Pat Miller and Gabe Mosenfelder, snappy comeback to that Deere Art Collection, an exhibition
two local legends whose families of key pieces from artworks
donated their scrapbooks to the
query: “Hell’z yeah I can!” loaned from Deere & Company’s
airport collection - the photos were Beginning June 1 and corporate art collection, including
selected, reproduced and prepared Roald Tweet running through August oil paintings, works on paper,
by local businessman and Quad photography, textiles, and sculpture;
City Arts volunteer, Chris Rayburn; 28, the Davenport not-for-profit will again for information, call 563-326-7804,
for information, call 309-793-1213, offer its annual series of Channel Cat Talks Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd
Quad City International Airport, St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Airport Rd., Moline, IL, http://www. and Riverine Walks, allowing you the chance figgeartmuseum.org, thru Fri
quadcityarts.com, thru Wed Jun 30. to enjoy discussions about, lectures on, and Dec 31.
Ralph Iaccarino - Colleen Grant Wood: In Focus, culled
McCarty - Ethan Leader,
first-person observation of noteworthy sites from the museum’s extensive
watercolors by Iaccarino, acrylics and environmental issues significant to collection of works, this single-gallery
& mixed media by McCarty, oil, the Quad Cities and surrounding regions. installation serves as a brief overview
acrylics, & photography by Leader; of the artistic achievements of this
for information, call 309-786-2430, Taking place on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. important American painter; for
MidCoast at the RiverCenter, 136 E. and Saturdays at 9 a.m., the 90-minute information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar
3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third
midcoast.org/galleries/rivercenter. Riverine Walks will, over 13 weeks, bring Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
htm, thru Wed Jun 30. participants to such locales as Nahant Marsh, crma.org, thru Fri Dec 31.
Bina Mapflies 2009 - 2010, Malvina Hoffman: Rodin’s Last
works fashioned from collage, Sylvan Island, the Rock Island Hydropower Student, works from famed sculptor;
acrylics, and varied inks, from Plant, and even the Modern Woodmen for information, call 319-366-7503,
artist Delores De Wilde Bina; for Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410
information, call 309-788-7641,
baseball park for discussions with, Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://
Rock Island Public Library - Main among others, historian Karen Anderson, www.crma.org, thru Fri Dec 31.
Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, Augustana College professors Norm Moline Mauricio Lasansky, new takes
http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, on the important Iowa City artist; for
thru Thu Jul 1. and Ruben Heine, and radio host Roald information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar
Emily Reason: Recent Tweet. And on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third
Ceramics, pottery exhibit; for Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
information, call 319-351-8686, Iowa a.m., River Action’s Channel Cat Talks – held crma.org, thru Fri Dec 31.
Artisans Gallery, 207 E Washington aboard the Channel Cat water taxi near The American Century,
St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.iowa- highlighting the many movements
artisans-gallery.com, thru Mon
Moline’s Celebration Belle Landing – will of 20th Century art; for information,
Jul 19. find such speakers as engineer Bill Gretten, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids
Schlabaugh & Sons, a trunk geographer Curt Roseman, and storyteller Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar
show of woodworking items; for Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, thru
information, call 319-351-8686, Iowa Dale Whiteside sharing their thoughts on Fri Dec 31.
Artisans Gallery, 207 E Washington subjects ranging from “Yikes! What Are Treasures from the National
St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.iowa- Czech & Slovak Museum &
artisans-gallery.com, thru Mon Asian Carp?” to “Historic Bridges of the Library Collection, examples
Jul 19. Quad Cities” to “A Tale of Two Parks.” That of fine, folk, and decorative art,
The Sky’s The Limit: Marvin textiles embellished with beads and
Cone’s Clouds, 30 works from last one, by the by, should be informative embroidery, costumes, fine Royal
the 1910s to the 1940s traces the like the Dickens. Riverine Walks are $5 each, Dux porcelain pieces, glass and
many ways and styles Cone used to crystal, and more; for information,
capture the ethereal and transitory
Channel Cat Talks are $12 per session, and call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids
qualities of clouds, as well as their more information on River Action’s summer Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar

majesty and power; for information, programming is available at (563)322-2969 Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, thru
call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Fri Dec 31.
Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., or RiverAction.org. – Mike Schulz 10 Years: The Brand Boeshaar
Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma. Scholarship Program, highlights
org, thru Sun Aug 22. the successes of several scholarship
Danny Lyon: Selections from the Bikeriders, black and white recipients who are fulfilling their career dreams of working in art-related
images epitomizing the counterculture spirit of the 1960’s; for fields; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd
information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., St, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, Sat May 29 thru
Des Moines, IA, http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org, thru Sun Aug 29. Sun Aug 15.
Ange Glade of the A.K. Glade Collection, on Tuesdays and Art Works Expo, works in a variety of different media; for
Saturdays; nostalgic black-and-white photographs; vibrant color information, call 309-786-2430, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown
photographic illustrations of the Quad Cities’ riverfront parks and other Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/
areas of interest; for information, call 563-499-6570, Freight House, 421 bucktown.htm, Tue Jun 1 thru Wed Jun 30.
W River Dr, Davenport, IA, 3pm thru Tue Dec 28. Redeemer Lutheran Preschool Exhibit, student works; for
A Legacy for Iowa: Pollock’s Mural and Modern Masterworks, information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Works from the University of Iowa Museum of Art; for more information Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, Tue Jun 1
visit UIowa.edu/uima, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, thru Wed Jun 30.
http://www.uiowa.edu/uima, thru Fri Dec 31. Carol Boerckel, watercolors; for information, call 309-786-2430,
Amana Colonies: The Move to City Life, new exhibit in partnership MidCoast at the i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr., Moline, IL, http://www.
with the Amana Heritage Society; artifacts and personal stories on midcoast.org/galleries/iwireless.htm, Tue Jun 1 thru Sat Jul 31.
trades including blacksmithing, baking, butchering, weaving and more; David Genac - Margery Franklin, photography exhibits; for
programs and demonstrations scheduled throughout the course of the information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200
exhibit; focuses on the time during the Great Depression when some River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/centerstation.

Thu Sep 2.
Civil Rights Artifacts Exhibit, for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://

www.bettendorflibrary.com, Thu Jul 1 thru Sat Jul 31.
htm, Tue Jun 1 thru Sat Jul 31. Cole Butler - B. Thomas Lytle, mixed media by Butler, sculpture
Kelly Bissell - Trent Foltz, wood works by Bissell, photography by by Lytle; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast Gallery West,
Foltz; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast Fine Arts Gallery, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/
Mississippi Valley Welcome Center, I-80 and US Highway 67, LeClaire, gallerywest.htm, Thu Jul 1 thru Tue Aug 31.
IA, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/leclaire.htm, Tue Jun 1 thru Sat Robert & Linda Scarth, photography; for information, call 309-
Jul 31. 786-2430, MidCoast at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA,
Letterforms as Paramount, showcasing Rev. Edward M. Catich’s http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/rivercenter.htm, Thu Jul 1 thru Tue
contributions as a calligrapher and stone incisor; research journals, Aug 31.
plaster casts, and rubbings; for information, call 563-333-6444, Catich Steve Banks - Terry Rathje, mixed media; for information, call 309-
Gallery, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/ 786-2430, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts,
catich, Wed Jun 2 thru Fri Jul 23. Davenport, IA, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/bucktown.htm, Thu
Glass Birds, works by Finnish artist Oiva Toikka; for information, Jul 1 thru Tue Aug 31.
e-mail [email protected], AKAR, 257 E Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA, Fri Celebrity Doodles, a showcase of doodles that will be available
Jun 4 thru Fri Jun 18. for purchase at the Foundation’s Doodle Day event on October 14; for
Suzanne Bradley, a mixed-media window installation; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
information, e-mail [email protected], Home Ec Workshop, Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, Sun Aug 1
207 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Wed Jun 30. thru Thu Sep 30.
Zachary James Avery Dowling III, painting exhibit; for information, Diane Bruce - Kathleen Tandy, pastels by Bruce, mixed media by
e-mail [email protected], or call 319-337-4511, Revival, 117 E. College Tandy; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast at the i wireless
St., Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Wed Jun 30. Center, 1201 River Dr., Moline, IL, http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/
40 Years of Celebrating Youth, a diverse range of artwork that iwireless.htm, Sun Aug 1 thru Thu Sep 30.
represents youth and staff over the years and reflects the important Marge Schroeder - Ken Urban, jewelry by Schroeder, photography
role UAY plays in the development of young artists; for information, by Urban; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast Fine Arts Gallery,
e-mail [email protected], UAY: United Mississippi Valley Welcome Center, I-80 and US Highway 67, LeClaire, IA,
Action for Youth Center, 355 Iowa Ave, Iowa City, IA, http://www. http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/leclaire.htm, Sun Aug 1 thru Thu
unitedactionforyouth.org, Fri Jun 4 thru Fri Jul 2. Sep 30.
Scott Community College Student Exhibit, works in the mediums Mark Mess - Jamie Atkinson, photography by Mess, charcoal &
of photography, sculpture, ink drawings, and mixed media; for graphite by Atkinson; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast
information, call 563-441-4070 or e-mail [email protected], Blank Canvas Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.midcoast.
Studio & Gallery, 822 1/2 15th Ave., East Moline, IL, Fri Jun 4 thru Fri org/galleries/centerstation.htm, Sun Aug 1 thru Thu Sep 30.
Jul 2. Barbara Bianchi, mixed media; for information, call 309-786-2430,
Stained Glass by James Thomas, featuring whimsical windows MidCoast Gallery West, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
and suncatchers; for information, call 319-341-7887 or e-mail service@ midcoast.org/galleries/gallerywest.htm, Wed Sep 1 thru Sun Oct 31.
glassando.com, Glassando, 210 S Clinton St #116, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun Melanie DeKeyrel Bell - Kathleen Van Hyfte, mixed media by
4 thru Fri Jul 9. Bell, acrylics by Van Hyfte; for information, call 309-786-2430, Midcoast
Fairy Tales: Metalworks in Silver & Gold by Youngjoo Yoo, at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA,
featuring unique jewelry pieces; for information, e-mail TMChait@ http://www.midcoast.org/galleries/bucktown.htm, Wed Sep 1 thru
aol.com or call 319-338-0354, The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E Sun Oct 31.
Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.thegalleriesdowntown.com, Fri Shelby Kube, pastels; for information, call 309-786-2430, MidCoast
Jun 4 thru Fri Jul 16. at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.midcoast.
Transitions: Oil Paintings by Bao Pham, still-life oil paintings; for org/galleries/rivercenter.htm, Wed Sep 1 thru Sun Oct 31.
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 319-338-0354, The Chait Classes
Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www. Open Studio, Thursdays at 4pm and Sundays at noon; participants
thegalleriesdowntown.com, Fri Jun 4 thru Fri Jul 16. are welcome to bring their own materials, projects, and ideas; trained
Louise Rauh, silver, titanium & aluminum, vessels, and jewelry; for staff is available to help with design and technical assistance; the torch
information, call 319-430-3183 or e-mail [email protected], Iowa studio is available to those with experience; for information, call 319-
Artisans Gallery, 207 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.iowa- 338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://
artisans-gallery.com, Fri Jun 4 thru Mon Jul 19. www.dawnsbeads.com, thru Fri Dec 31.
Tom Langdon: Photographic Portraits of Visiting International Frank Black Art Class, certified Bob Ross Instructor will be leading
Writers, portraits matched with writing samples of the writers; for art classes for adults in the Community Room; sofa-sized landscape
information, call 319-337-4400 or e-mail [email protected], RSVP, painting class; $50 includes all supplies; for information, call 309-523-
140 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Mon Jul 19. 3440, River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.
Michael Hussey: Paintings, for information, call 319-356-5222, rivervalleylibrary.org, 5pm Fri May 28.
The Old Post Office Gallery, 28 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Fri Faux Stained Glass Windows Workshop, $45, materials and lunch
Jul 30. provided; for information, call 563-391-4949, Habitat ReStore, 3629
Rob Dietrich: About Face… an art exhibit of diverse and Mississippi Avenue, Davenport, IA, http://www.restoreqc.org, 9:30am
expressive images, for information, call 319-356-5222, The Old Post Sat Jun 5.
Office Gallery, 28 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Fri Jul 30. Picture Perfect Digital Photography, with instructor Cindy
Arts Iowa City Members’ Show, for information, contact Dick Bergthold; learn tips and techniques that will help you take great
Sjolund at [email protected], Arts Iowa City Arts Center & Gallery, pictures every time you point and click; spend time outside the museum
129 E. Washington, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Sat Jul 31. during class learning how to find and frame the best shots, and finish
Harvest Preserve Photography Exhibit, for information, e-mail back in the Figge auditorium with an interactive critique of the day’s
[email protected], Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, pictures; $25-$30; for information, call 563-326-7804., Figge Art Museum,
IA, http://www.englert.org, Fri Jun 4 thru Sat Jul 31. 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeart.org/Education/Classes.
Are You a Voyeur?, featuring a demonstration of metalsmithing aspx, 12:30pm Sat Jun 19.
& jewelry fabrication techniques; for information, call 319-351-1700 or Jazzy Jewelry, with instructor Kara Fedje; create unique jewelry
e-mail [email protected], M.C. Ginsberg Objects of Art, 110 East that reflects your personal taste; jazz up your summer wardrobe with a
Washington, Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Tue Aug 31. sparkling glass-bead bracelet or necklace; $40-$45; for information, call
Circle of Friends Quilt Group Exhibit, nine local quilters present a 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://
variety of traditional to contemporary quilts; for information, call 319- www.figgeart.org/Education/Classes.aspx, 10:30am Sat Jun 26.
337-8615 or e-mail [email protected], MidWestOne Bank - Iowa Silk Painting, with instructor Mary Stringer; make your fashion
City, 102 S. Clinton St., Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Tue Aug 31. statement in silk with the dye/resist techniques you learn in this
Cathmar Prange: New Oil Paintings, still-life oil paintings; for lively workshop; $25-$30; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 319-339-0410, Textiles, Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeart.org/
109 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Thu Sep 2. Education/Classes.aspx, 10:30am Sat Jul 10.
Inspired by Color, acrylic paintings by Julie Fitzpatrick; for Summer Digital Photography Workshop with Bob Campagna,
information, call 319-341-4562, Bella Joli, 125 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, July 13, 15, & 20; three-day course with photographer, writer, and
IA, Fri Jun 4 thru Thu Sep 2.
educator; for information and to register, contact Bob Campagna at

Scale: Ceramic Forms and Photographic Landscapes, ceramic 319.560.6889 or [email protected], Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410
and photographic media by Gerry Eskin, with all the pieces sharing Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, 1:30pm Tue Jul 13.
an artistic theme of monumental scale; for information, call 563-326- Creation Studio: Pastels, Judy O. Gray teaches the art form; for
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www. information, call 563-344-4191, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
figgeartmuseum.org, Sun Jun 6 thru Sun Aug 29. Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 6:30pm
Grant Wood Summer Showcase in Iowa, featuring rare Grant Thu Jul 22.
paintings and lithographs, unseen since their original creation, Watercolor for Beginners, with instructor Andi Naab; learn the
including “Churning”, “Fertility,” and “In the Spring”; for information, call basics of watercolor painting, explore a variety of the techniques, and
563.872.3388 or e-mail [email protected], The Great River learn tips that make this medium exciting and personally expressive;
Gallery, 116 N. Riverview, Bellevue, IA, Fri Jun 11 thru Tue Aug 31. $25-$30; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W
University of Iowa School of Art MFA Exhibition, annual 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeart.org/Education/Classes.aspx,
exhibition showcases the students’ work in painting, sculpture, 10:30am Sat Jul 31.
printmaking, design, intermedia, metals, ceramics and photography; Line Up – Drawing Refresher, with instructor Gloria Burlingame;
for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, using a wide variety of drawing materials and applications, explore
Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, Sat Jun 12 thru Sun the unlimited possibilities that different mediums and surfaces offer in
Aug 15. rendering an image; $35-$40; for information, call 563-326-7804, Vander
The Grant Wood Window: Drawings for the Veterans Memorial Veer Conservatory, 215 W. Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Stained Glass Window Commission, the complete set of original figgeart.org/Education/Classes.aspx, 10:30am Sat Aug 7.
drawings used for the fabrication of the restored historic window Watercolor, with instructor Cindy Bergthold; focus on color, shape
designed by Grant Wood for the Veterans Memorial Building on May’s and advanced techniques as you express the natural beauty of your
Island; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, floral subject; $25-$30; for information, call 563-326-7804, Vander Veer
410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, Sat Jun 19 thru
10 Conservatory, 215 W. Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeart.
Movie Reviews

by Mike Schulz • [email protected]
It Ain’t Over ’Til It’s Ogre

SHREK FOREVER AFTER this familiar, Capra-esque narrative is lacking in
dramatic urgency is a sizable understatement. Still,
Has there ever been a cinematic storybook you might be shocked by just how much Shrek
adventure – to say nothing of an animated, Forever After is lacking in comedic urgency. It’s
comedic one – as profoundly joyless as Shrek true that all of the franchise’s money-in-the-bank
Forever After? It’s not gags are duly accounted
just that the subject for: Donkey warbling
matter for this latest, from the discographies
potentially last, of Whitney Houston and
and certainly least Madonna; Puss silently
of the Shrek series pleading with wide-eyed
concerns middle- adorableness; legions
aged dissatisfaction of fairy-tale hoofers
and inertia, themes grooving to whatever
that aren’t exactly pop tunes were hits
conducive to when filming began. Yet
lighthearted escapism.
Shrek Forever After here, they share the same
The bigger problem is stale, going-through-
that nearly everything the-motions vibe, and the movie’s few attempts
about the film, from the plotline to the jokes to at fresh humor are unilaterally disappointing; the
the voice acting, is lethargic and heavy-spirited, initially promising appearance of the mute Pied
and that air of fatigue is likely intensified if, like Piper, gliding into view atop an army of rats, yields
me, you catch it in 3D, with the gray of your nothing remotely interesting, and as voiced by
eyewear dulling the movie’s already-pretty-dull Dohrn, Rumpelstiltskin is powerfully irritating,
color palette. From its opening beats, Shrek prone to fits of shrill, nasal whining to make
Forever After feels less like a follow-up than the Wallace Shawn sound like Keanu Reeves.
grudging fulfillment of a contract obligation, and The movie’s not without momentary
I left this third sequel feeling about 10 years older grace notes – I enjoyed the brief sight of the
than I did before it began. Gingerbread Man battling an army of animal
You can tell that a TV sitcom is running out of crackers – but it’s so relentlessly blah that it even
inspiration when it borrows from It’s a Wonderful drains the energy from performers seemingly
Life for one of those fanciful “What if our lives incapable of blandness. How do you cast John
were completely different?” episodes, and so it is Cleese, Jane Lynch, and Craig Robinson and forget
with Shrek Forever After, which finds Mike Myers’ to give them anything amusing to say? Given the
titular green ogre cast in the Jimmy Stewart role. series’ mostly tiresome storytelling and instantly
Bored in his routinized, family-man existence disposable, guess-the-pop-culture-reference
with wife Fiona (Cameron Diaz) and three snarkiness, I haven’t been a fan of any of the
squawking one-year-olds, Shrek makes a Faustian Shreks, yet Forever After might even leave devotees
deal with the embittered elf Rumpelstiltskin grateful that this franchise has (hopefully) reached
(Walt Dohrn), agreeing to trade one day in its close. It may not be a happy ending, but hey, at
his childhood for one day spent contentedly least it’s an ending.
terrorizing the townsfolk. (Shrek’s 24-hours-
of-freedom montage is the only truly buoyant
sequence in the film, and only then because it’s MACGRUBER
accompanied by Karen Carpenter singing “Top of Given that MacGruber is a big-screen
the World.”) Yet he should’ve read his contract’s expansion of a popular recurring Saturday Night
fine print. The day Shrek trades turns out to Live sketch, I was surprised that this raunchy
be the one in which he was born, and when he spoof of macho-action-flick conventions opened
returns from his magical sabbatical, he enters an with a violent, three-minute prelude featuring
alternate reality in which Rumpelstiltskin rules absolutely no intentional laughs. Given that

the kingdom, Fiona leads an underground cadre the movie stars Will Forte as the film’s shaggy-
of ogre rebels, Donkey (Eddie Murphy) lives in haired MacGyver send-up and Kristen Wiig as
indentured servitude, and a too-well-fed Puss his gal Friday, I was even more surprised that
in Boots (Antonio Banderas) whiles away his the following 85 minutes featured absolutely no
days resembling a furry beach ball. (I still don’t laughs, intentional or otherwise. This insipid,
understand, however, how Shrek’s not being born juvenile, boring throwaway isn’t worth the time
could have led to Puss’ morbid obesity. Wasn’t spent either seeing or discussing it (MacGruber’s
Banderas’ kitty already in fighting shape when he idea of a running gag is the constant repetition of
first met our hero in Shrek 2?) its bad guy’s surname – Cunth), but it should be
What follows, it should go without saying, noted that Ryan Phillippe’s unflappable deadpan
involves Shrek trying to right this new world’s saves him from embarrassment – at least until he
wrongs and learning to appreciate the domestic shoves the celery stick up his ass – and that Wiig’s
tranquility he took for granted – you get zero ability to make you smile during such a grimly
points for correctly anticipating the line, “I didn’t unfunny “entertainment” might make her the
know what I had ’til it was gone” – and to say most gifted performer on the planet.
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Pops featuring
THE MUSIC OF THE EAGLES
Brent Havens, Conductor

June 5, 2010 at 7:30 PM
Adler Theatre, Davenport
Seats: $18 to $58
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the Knox-Galesburg Symphony, conducted by Bruce Polay; the program
will feature violin soloist Rachel Stenzel, a 2010 Midwest Young Artist

Junior Division Competition Winner, performing Stamitz’s Violin
Concerto in D Major, popular and classical favorites including music
org/Education/Classes.aspx, 10:30am Sat Aug 14. from Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” a James Bond Medley, Sousa’s “Stars and
Stripes Forever,”Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture,” and more; pets welcome;
Calls for Entry free; for information, call 309-341-7268, Knox College, Galesburg, IL,
Exhibitors Wanted for 38th Annual Custer’s Last Stand, accepting
http://www.knox.edu, 5pm Sat Jun 5.
arts & crafts exhibitor and food-vendor applications for 2010 festival of
Greg Brown, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter; for tickets, call
the arts, running June 19-20; features roughly 370 nationally acclaimed
800-745-3000, Temple for Performing Arts, 1011 Locust St, Des Moines,
artists , craftspeople, and antique dealers annually; attracts over 70,00
IA, http://www.civiccenter.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 5.
attendees; for an application, call 847-328-2204 or e-mail applications@
Spring Pops: The Music of the Eagles, the Quad City Symphony
custerfair.com, http://www.custerfair.com, thru Thu Jun 10.
Orchestra amplified by a full rock band and accompanied by singers
Seeking Arts Vendors for Jewish Feast-ival, seeking artisans
Terry Brock, Randy Jackson, and John Hines; conducted by Brent Havens;
to display and sell handcrafted items at June 27 festival; $40 for 10’ x
features 18 Eagles tunes including “Heartache Tonight,”“Desperado,”
10’ booth space; 8’ tables available for $5 each; for information and to
“New Kid in Town,” and “Hotel California”; $55-$16; for information, call
request an application, call 309-788-3426, Tri-Cities Jewish Center, 2715
563-322- 7276, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
30th St., Rock Island, IL, thru Fri Jun 11.
qcsymphony.com, 7:30pm Sat Jun 5.
ArtSpace Gallery Call for Entries: 2010-11 and 2011-12, exhibits
Village People, legendary dance band performing the premiere
rotate on a monthly basis, and artistic mediums range from pastels
kick-off event for QC Pride Fest 2010, with openers the Afrodisiacs;
to paintings, pottery, sculpture, prints and installation; proposals are
$25-$30; for tickets and information, call 563-326-8820, Capitol Theatre,
accepted on an ongoing basis thru June 15; for information, contact
330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.thecapdavenport.com, 8pm
Melissa Hebert-Johnson, assistant professor of art history, at 309-796-
Sat Jun 5.
5465 or [email protected], Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery, 6600
Kris Allen, concert with winner of “American Idol”’s eighth season;
34th Ave, Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/artspace, thru Tue Jun 15.
performing with opener Green River Ordinance; $25; for tickets, call
Flamingo Follies, seeking entries for the popular art exhibit
319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA,
“Flamingo Follies,” running July 4-Aug. 5, with an art auction summer
http://www.englert.org, 8pm Mon Jun 7.
style party Aug 6; radically alter a pink plastic lawn flamingo into a work
Martha Giles Hammered Dulcimer Concert, family concert; for
of art for our wacky- tacky exhibit; for information, call Beth at 309-794-
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
0991 x 30, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL,
Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 7pm Wed
http://www.qcgardens.com, thru Sun Jul 4.
Jun 9.
Seeking Entries for “Living Proof” Exhibit, seeking submissions for
The Glenn Miller Orchestra, the legendary big band in concert;
art exhibit featuring works created by breast cancer survivors, opening
$27-$37; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW
Sept. 24; any breast-cancer survivor who creates is welcome to submit
Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriaciviccenter.com, 7:30pm
art; $10 entry fee; send inquiries to [email protected], via
Wed Jun 9.
fax at 630-920-8657, or via mail to 1326 25th Avenue, Moline, IL 61265,
CASI New Horizons Band, with an ice cream social; in case of rain,
attn: Pamela, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA,
concert will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204
http://livingproofexhibit.squarespace.com, thru Thu Jul 15.
Grant Street; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe
Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.
org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jun 11.
John Resch & Jason Carl, a Brown Bag Lunch performance; musical
duo performs classic rock tunes from the 1970s as well as some original
Concerts material; for information, call 563-344-4187, Bettendorf Public Library,
Individual and Ensemble Student Recitals, free; for information, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.
call 309-341-7715, Knox College, Galesburg, IL, http://www.knox.edu, com, 12pm Fri Jun 11.
4pm Thu May 27. Gumbo Ya Ya, annual street festival featuring Cajun, zydeco and
Knox College Opera Workshop, free; for information, call 309- New Orleans style music and food, street performers, vendors, and
341-7715, Knox College, Galesburg, IL, http://www.knox.edu, 7:30pm beads; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16
Fri May 28. 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.ridistrict.com, Fri 5pm-1am, Sat 4pm-
Puddle of Mudd, contemporary rockers performing with 1am Fri Jun 11 and Sat Jun 12.
openers Shaman’s Harvest; $29; for information and tickets, call 563- Daniel O’Donnell, beloved Irish crooner; $57.50-$87.50; for tickets,
326-8820, Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www. call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://
thecapdavenport.com, 7pm Fri May 28. www.iwirelesscenter.com, 5:30pm Sun Jun 13.
Survivor, 80’s rockers perform such hits as “I Can’t Hold Back,”“High German Zither Concert, presented by the German American
on You,”“The Search is Over” and “Eye of the Tiger.”; $25-$40; for tickets, Heritage Center; $5, members free; for information, call 563-322-8844,
call 800-THE-ISLE, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle Scott County Family Y, 606 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.
Parkway, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.theislebettendorf.com, 7:30pm Fri org, 2pm Sun Jun 13.
May 28. Danika Holmes, a Senior Day presentation, with Holmes delivering
Summer Camp Music Festival, over 50 bands on six stages, a kids’ her own creations of story songs and other music; for information,
music camp, on-site camping, arts & crafts artisans, vendors, and more; call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
artists include moe., Umphrey’s McGee, Gov’t Mule, Yonder Mountain Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jun 17.
String Band, The Avett Brothers, Keller Williams, EOTO, Cornmeal, Bettendorf Park Band Concert, with an ice cream social sponsored
Family Groove Company, Backyard Tire Fire, Kinetix, The Ragbirds, by the American Association of University Women; in case of rain,
BrainchildSTS9, Pretty Lights, Steel Pulse, Victor Wooten, Railroad Earth, concert will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204
The Hood Internet, ALO (Animal Liberation Orchestra), Hot Buttered Grant Street; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe
Rum, Dumpstaphunk, My Dear Disco, That 1 Guy, Zach Deputy, The Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.
Macpodz, Papadosio, Steez, The Bridge, Dangermuffin, Heatbox, org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jun 18.
Waterstreet, and Chicago Farmer, Three Sisters Park, Chillicothe, IL, http:// Rock ‘n Roll Up Your Sleeve Concert and Blood Drive, free; for
www.summercampfestival.com, Fri May 28 thru Sun May 30. information, call 309-673-8900, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson
Corey Heppner, guitar recital; free; for information, call 309-341- Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriaciviccenter.com, 2pm Fri Jun 18.
7715, Knox College, Galesburg, IL, http://www.knox.edu, 7:30pm Sat Sevendust, Georgia-based heavy metal performers, with openers
May 29. Shaman’s Harvest; $22; for information, call 800-514-ETIX, Exposition
Taste Louisiana Cajun & Zydeco Festival, featuring performances Gardens, 1601 W. Northmoor Rd., Peoria, IL, http://www.jaytv.com, 6pm
by Belton Richard and the Musical Aces, Feufollet, Dennis Stroughmatt Fri Jun 18.
and Creole Stomp, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band, and The Rock the District, outdoor concert on the Great River Plaza stage,
Malfecteurs; food, dance workshops, vendors, children’s activities, and with headliners Chevelle; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District
more; adults $10/day, children $2/day, 5 & under free; for information, of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.ridistrict.com, 7pm
call 888-594-3903, Amana Colonies Convention Facility & RV Park, off Fri Jun 18 and Sat Jun 19.
Hwys 151 & 220, Amana, IA, http://www.cajunfest.net/index.html, Sat Survivor, Grammy-winning singers of “Eye of the Tiger,”“The Search
May 29. is Over,”“High on You,”“Can’t Hold Back,” and “Is This Love”; $30-$50; for
Weekly Zither Ensemble Performance, on Saturdays; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S.

information, call 563-322-8844, German American Heritage Center, 712 Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www.theorpheum.org, 8pm Sat Jun 19.
W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc, 3pm thru Sat Dec 18. Bettendorf Park Band Concert, free; for information, call Pat at
Travis Ledoyt’s “A Tribute to the King”, Travis and his three-piece 563-332-5190, Geneseo City Park Bandshell, Geneseo, IL, http://www.
band recreate a ‘50s Elvis concert; $10-$15; for tickets, call 800-THE- bettendorf.org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Tue Jun 22.
ISLE, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle Parkway, Davenport Libraries Teen Battle of the Bands, teens compete
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.theislebettendorf.com, 7:30pm Sun May 30. against other area teens for the chance to win money and gigs
1964: The Tribute, one of the world’s most authentic and endearing throughout the community; for information, call 563-326-7832,
Beatles-tribute acts, covering the group’s early songs up to the start of Fairmount Cemetery, Rockingham Rd, Davenport, IA, http://www.
the Sgt. Pepper era; $32-$37; for tickets and information, call 319-688- davenportlibrary.com, 5pm Thu Jun 24.
2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www. Bix Beiderbcke Youth Jazz Band, with an ice cream social
englert.org, 8pm Fri Jun 4. sponsored by Rebuilding Together Quad Cities; in case of rain, concert
Bettendorf Park Band Concert, with an ice cream social; in case will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204 Grant
of rain, concert will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Street; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial
Center, 2204 Grant Street; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.org/egov/
Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jun 25.
bettendorf.org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jun 4. Tributefest 2010: Monsters of Tribute Rock, outdoor festival
Welcome Home: A Salute to Veterans, proceeds from this featuring Satisfaction: a Rolling Stones Experience, the Aerosmith tribute
Choral Dynamics event benefit the Orpheum Theatre and its capital band Toys in the Attic, the AC/DC tribute band Hells Bells, and the Bon
improvement efforts; filled with patriotic music and songs that celebrate Jovi tribute band Bed of Roses; $10; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i
the meaning of “home”; $7.50-$15; for information and tickets, call 309- wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.
342-2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www. com, 5pm Fri Jun 25.
theorpheum.org, Fri & Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; Fri Jun 4 thru Sun Jun 6. Bachman & Turner, rock & roll giants reuniting after more than 20
25th Annual Concert on the Lawn, on the South Lawn; featuring years; $35-$65; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456, Riverside
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Justin Bieber, 16-year-old pop/rock star in concert, with opener Bettendorf Park Band Concert, with an ice cream social; rain date Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.org/egov/
Sean Kingston; $32-$52; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, July 10 at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204 Grant Street; docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jul 9.
1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7pm Fri Jul 2. ; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Nitetrotter Fest, three-day festival featuring more than 60
IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, annual festival featuring Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.org/egov/ alternative and punk bands,, Mixtapes, 830 15th Ave, East Moline, IL,
Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA, http://www. more than two dozen local and national blues artists, workshops, and docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Sun Jul 4. http://nitetrotter.bigcartel.com/product/nitetrotter-fest-3-day-pass,
riversidecasinoandresort.com, 8pm Sat Jun 26. more, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://www. Star Wars: In Concert, unique multi-media event featuring music 12pm-midnight Fri Jul 9 thru Sun Jul 11.
Neil Diamond Tribute w/ Keith Allynn, featuring award- downtowndavenport.com, Fri Jul 2 thru Sun Jul 4. from all six of John Williams’“Star Wars” scores, and live narration by RME Rock Camp Concert, featuring Ellis Kell and students from the
winning artist Keith Allynn and such songs as “Cherry Cherry,”“Sweet Toyota-Scion of Iowa City Jazz Festival, daily performances on C3PO portrayer Anthony Daniels; production features a full symphony RME’s summer Rock Camp program; for information, call 309-524-2473,
Caroline,”“Play Me, Brother Love” and “America”; $26.50; for tickets and the Main Stage, plus College, Local, and Youth side stages; featuring a orchestra and choir, accompanied by specially edited footage from the Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
information, call 800-35-AMANA, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Culinary Row, kids’ FUNZone, and more vendors and events, Downtown films displayed on a three-story-tall, high-definition LED super-screen; com, 6:30pm Mon Jul 12.
Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, Sat 3pm, Sun 7pm Sat Jun 26 Iowa City, Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/ featuring an exclusive exhibit of “Star Wars” costumes, props, artifacts, Bettendorf Park Band Concert, with an ice cream social sponsored
and Sun Jun 27. jazz-festival/about.aspx, Fri Jul 2 thru Sun Jul 4. production artwork and specially created behind-the-scenes videos by Volunteers for Symphony; in case of rain, concert will be held at the
Hank & My Honky Tonk Heroes, actor/musician Jason Petty’s 80/35 Music Festival, 3rd annual music festival in the park, with from the Lucasfilm Archives; $35-$69.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204 Grant Street; free; for
tribute to Hank Williams and other country greats; Thursday – Saturday Saturday concerts by Spoon, Slightly Stoopid, Particle, Holly Golightly, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter. information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell,
evening shows: 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet dinner, 7:15pm show; William Elliott Whitmore, Earl Greyhound, Solid Gold, Canby, Cashes com, 7pm Wed Jul 7. Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.org/egov/
Thursday matinee: 11:45am doors, noon-12:45 plated lunch, 1pm show; Rivers, Psalm One, Omega Dog, and Modern Day Satire; $25-$40 one- Doug Gabriel & Family, hilarious comedy and great music; see docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jul 16.
$40.56-$46.28; for tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ‘21 Dinner day, $40-$60 2-day pass, $175 VIP pass, Western Gateway Park, Des Doug play his famous “Mufftar,” a guitar made out of a 1969 Thunderbird Casting Crowns, award-winning Christian musicians in their “Until
Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, Thu Moines, IA, http://80-35.com, Sat Jul 3. muffler; $22.50-$31.50; for tickets, call 319-622-6194 or 800-35AMANA, The Whole World Hears” tour; $17-$77; for tickets, call 800-745-3000,
Jul 1 thru Sat Jul 3. 80/35 Music Festival, 3rd annual music festival in the park, with Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://www. Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.
Deutsche Polka Band, with an ice cream social; in case of rain, Sunday concerts with Modest Mouse, Railroad Earth, The Cool Kids, oldcreamery.com, 3pm Thu Jul 8 thru Sun Jul 11. com, 7:30pm Fri Jul 16.
concert will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204 The Walkmen, The Heavy, Dar Williams, Avi Buffalo, Evangelicals, Sara Tri-County Band, with an ice cream social sponsored by Asbury Daiquiri Factory 6th Anniversary Party, outdoor concert on the
Grant Street; free; for information, call pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Watkins, Family Groove Company, Christopher the Conquered, and The United Methodist Church; in case of rain, concert will be held at the Great River Plaza stage; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of
Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf. Workshy; $25-$40 one-day, $40-$60 2-day pass, $175 VIP pass, Western Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204 Grant Street; free; for Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.ridistrict.com, Fri Jul
org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jul 2. Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, http://80-35.com, Sun Jul 4. information, call Par at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, 16 and Sat Jul 17.
Brad Paisley, the artist in his H20 World Tour, performing with
openers Darius Rucker and Justin Moore; includes the “Water World
Plaza Stage” featuring emerging new stars Easton Corbin, Steel
Magnolia and Josh Thompson, and water-themed activities including
a Chevy H2O FLW fishing simulator, dunking booth, Hope Through
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Healing Hands’ campaign booth, and more; $25-$59.75; for tickets, call
800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.
iwirelesscenter.com, 7:30pm Sat Jul 17.
O.A.R., platinum-selling rockers in concert, performing with openers
Citizen Cope; $35; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd
L A S E R T R E AT M E N T S N O W A V A I L A B L E I N D A V E N P O R T ! St., Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat Jul 17.
23rd Annual Bix Porch Party, featuring Don estes & the Prairie
Ramblers, free popcorn and lemonade, bargain-priced hots dogs and
soda, and more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 11:30am Thu Jul 22.
EXPERIENCE
Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, workshops and concerts
at numerous area venues, with performances by Dan Levinson’s Roof
Garden Jass Band, the Ballyhoo Foxtrot Orchestra, the Buffalo Ridge Jazz
Makes The Real Difference. Band, the Firecracker Jazz Band, the New Red Onion Jazz Babies, Cynthia
Sayer & “Sparks Fly” w/ Randy Randke, Andy Schumm & His Gang w/
Vince Giordano, Josh Duffee & His Orchestra, and the Bix Beiderbecke
Soderstrom Skin Institute was one of Youth Jazz Band; for information, call 563-324-7170, Downtown
ƚŚĞĨŝƌƐƚŵĞĚŝĐĂůĨĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐƚŽŽīĞƌůĂƐĞƌ Davenport, Davenport, IA, http://www.bixsociety.org/, Thu Jul 22 thru
Sun Jul 25.
services in Central Illinois 20 years ago Old Towne Circus Band, with an ice cream social; in case of rain,
and today provides one of the most concert will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204
Grant Street; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe
comprehensive laser treatment programs Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.
available. org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jul 23.
Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival Bands, performances
by the New Red Onion Jazz Babies and the Buffalo Ridge Jazz Band; in
Specially trained dermatologists, case of rain, concerts will be held at the Herbert D. Goettsch Community
Center, 2204 Grant Street; free; for information, call Pat at 563-332-5190,
nurses, and esthetic staff use state-of- Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
the-art laser (not light) technology to bettendorf.org/egov/docs/1249074042240.htm, 6pm Sat Jul 24.
Daryl Hall & John Oates, beloved musical duo performing in their
provide a variety of laser treatments. “Do What You Want, Be What You Are Tour 2010”; $35-$65; for tickets and
information, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
*Services performed in Peoria, IL Highway 22, Riverside, IA, http://www.riversidecasinoandresort.com,
8pm Sat Jul 24.
Branson on the Road, a fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, upright slap
Your face is our specialty... bass, rhinestone costumes, hilarious comedy, and great classic country;
Monday evening show: 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet dinner, 7:15pm
and so is the rest of you! show, Monday and Thursday matinees: 11:45am doors, noon-12:45
plated lunch, 1pm show; $40-56-$46.28; for tickets, call 309-786-7733,
extension 2, Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL,
http://www.circa21.com, Mon Jul 26 and Thu Jul 29.
Specifically for Seniors, performance by the A Touch of Fun
barbershop quartet, performing at the annual ice cream social; free;
for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm
Wed Jul 28.
Bettendorf Park Band Concert, with an ice cream social sponsored
by the JFK Band Boosters; in case of rain, concert will be held at the
Herbert D. Goettsch Community Center, 2204 Grant Street; free; for
MODEL DEPICTED information, call Pat at 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell,
Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorf.org/egov/
docs/1249074042240.htm, 7:30pm Fri Jul 30.

Celtic Woman, the Irish music phenomenon in concert; $48.50-
$68.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines,
FREE Consultations
221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, http://www.civiccenter.org, 7:30pm Wed
Aug 11.
Ya Maka My Weekend, annual street festival featuring spicy
Caribbean foods, reggae music, swimwear fashion, pirates, tiki torches,
beach balls, vacation getaway on AirTran Airlines, open air marketplace,
For All Laser Services! 99 $ tie dye clothing, sarongs and other apparel, cowry shell and hand-
crafted jewelry, incense & oils, wood carvings, drums, African wares, and
Expires 6/30/10 Value sunglasses; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island,
16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.ridistrict.com, Friday 5pm-1am,
Saturday noon-1am Fri Aug 13 and Sat Aug 14.
Melissa Etheridge, concert with the Grammy- and Oscar-winning
ĞůĞďƌĂƟŶŐϯϱzĞĂƌƐŽĨĞĂƵƚǇ Call (563) 344-7546 rock icon; $38.50 - $103.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center
of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, http://www.
civiccenter.org, 8pm Sat Aug 14.
1800 E 54th Street, Davenport To Schedule Your Appointment! River Roots Live, annual concert performances and rib festival in
the park; for information, call 563-322-1706, LeClaire Park, River Dr &
(One block north of 53rd and Eastern) Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://www.riverrootslive.com/index.php, Fri
Aug 20 and Sat Aug 21.
14 S O D E R S T R O M S K I N I N S T I T U T E . C O M Toby Keith & Trace Adkins, country superstars in concert; $47.25-

$62.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Sat Jul 3.
Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:17pm Thu Aug 26. IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Rosie Ledet, free; by Jeff Ignatius

Kool & The Gang, Grammy-winning R&B/jazz performers in concert; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St,
[email protected]
Art Meets Body Art

$35-$65; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 4pm Sat Jul 3.
Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA, http://www. IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival BlueSKool: Charles
riversidecasinoandresort.com, 8pm Sat Aug 28. Wsir Johnson and the Martin Luther King Center Kids, free; for
Workshops & Calls for Entry information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St,
S
Call for Entries - Rock Camp USA: Session #1, co-sponsored by Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 5pm Sat Jul 3, 2:30pm
the River Music Experience; two-week intensive for young musicians; Sun Jul 4. ome people would never walk into a tattoo found on a mummy more than 5,000 years old.)
rehearsals June 14-18 and June 21-25 (1-5pm, Mon-Fri), with a Redstone IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival BlueSKool: David Berntson,
Room concert on June 26; activities include forming a band, picking free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley shop. Others would never walk into an art Indigo features a bookcase with movies,
your own material, rehearsing like pros, writing original songs, refining St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 2:30pm Sat Jul 3, gallery. including the expected zombie flicks but also
your skills, taking home a CD recording of your dress rehearsal and a 5pm Sun Jul 4.
DVD of your final concert performance, improving teamwork abilities, IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival BlueSKool: Winter Blues Mark Schwalm-Bell wants to draw both movies appropriate for children, and most
and working with seasoned area musicians; $395; for information and to Academy Kids w/Hal Reed & Ellis Kell, free; for information, call 563- groups to Indigo Body Art Gallery, located just curious readers will find some book that piques
322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.
register, call 877-326-1333, Christ United Methodist Church, Davenport
org/fest/fest-lineup/, 3:45pm Sat Jul 3 thru Sun Jul 4.
off the Centennial Bridge at 717 West Third their interest. (How many other tattoo studios
North High School; 53rd and Ripley, Davenport, IA, http://www.
rivermusicexperience.org, thru Mon Jun 7. IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Bill Sims Jr. & Street in Davenport. have a copy of Little Women?)
Davenport Libraries Teen Battle of the Bands, compete against Mark LaVoie, free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, Schwalm-Bell argues that most tattoo Indigo also has a vintage card catalog from
other area teens for the chance to win money and gigs throughout River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/,
the community; instrumental soloists welcome; $20 registration fee; 4pm Sun Jul 4. businesses scare off a lot of people, and it’s evident the University of Iowa. Schwalm-Bell anticipates
for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Dave Riley & Bob walking in to Indigo that the piece will one day
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, thru Corritore, free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River
Sat Jun 19. Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 1pm that its atmosphere is sit in his wife’s office. “In
Call for Entries - Rock Camp USA: Session #2, co-sponsored by Sun Jul 4. in direct opposition to the meantime,” he said,
the River Music Experience; two-week intensive for young musicians; IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: David Horwitz,
blues photography; free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire the stereotypical tattoo “it’s where I hide candy
rehearsals June 28-July 2 and July 5-9 (1-5pm, Mon-Fri), with a Redstone
Room concert on July 10; activities include forming a band, picking your Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest- parlor; the studio, which for my wife and for kids.”
lineup/, 2:30pm Sun Jul 4.
own material, rehearsing like pros, writing original songs, refining your
IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Little Brother
opened February 15, is Yes, Schwalm-Bell sees
skills, taking home a CD recording of your dress rehearsal and a DVD
of your final concert performance, improving teamwork abilities, and Jones, free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr tastefully appointed and Indigo as a place where a
working with seasoned area musicians; $395; for information and to & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 5:30pm offers plenty of breathing parent can bring the kids
register, call 877-326-1333, Christ United Methodist Church, Davenport Sun Jul 4.
North High School; 53rd and Ripley, Davenport, IA, http://www. Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival Clinic: Andy Schumm & room in its 1,100 square while getting tattooed or
rivermusicexperience.org, thru Mon Jun 21. His Gang, for information, call 888-BIX-LIVS, Clarion Hotel Davenport, feet. pierced.
Call for Entries - Rock Camp USA: Session #3, co-sponsored by 227 LeClaire St, Davenport, IA, http://www.bixsociety.org/, 4pm Sat
the River Music Experience; two-week intensive for young musicians; Jul 24. The owner/tattoo artist He has been tattooing
rehearsals July 19-23 and July 26-30 (1-5pm, Mon-Fri), with a Redstone said he wanted to create for seven years, but it
Room concert on July 31; activities include forming a band, picking your the vibe of “a comfortable was not a career choice
own material, rehearsing like pros, writing original songs, refining your
skills, taking home a CD recording of your dress rehearsal and a DVD coffeehouse, a spoken- approved by his family,
of your final concert performance, improving teamwork abilities, and
Readings & Discussions word coffeehouse. I particularly his mother.
working with seasoned area musicians; $395; for information and to
register, call 877-326-1333, Christ United Methodist Church, Davenport
Out Loud Open Mic Night, read your works and listen to others; wanted it to be a little He said he first wanted
free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E.
North High School; 53rd and Ripley, Davenport, IA, http://www.
2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
more urban, a little more tattoos because of his
rivermusicexperience.org, thru Mon Jul 12.
Mojo’s Seeking Live Lunch Artists, seeking artists to perform
7pm Thu May 27. bohemian, a little more Great Uncle Bob – a 20-
Beat Poetry Night, co-sponsored by the Midwest Writing Center, educated, a little more art- year Navy man with three
on the 2nd and 3rd Thursdays each month, from noon to 1pm; for
led by intern Broc Nelson; poets and musicians welcome, no profanity
information, contact Anne Helms at [email protected] centric ... .” The narrow tattoos on each arm. “I
allowed; for information, call 563-324-1410 or e-mail nelsonbroca@sau.
or 563-326-1333 ext.104, Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.rivermusicexperience.org, thru Fri Dec 31.
edu, Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http:// but deep Indigo space just always thought they
www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 6pm Tue Jun 1.
Music Lessons for All Ages & Levels, lessons six days a week on
The Yiddish Policemen’s Union, a discussion of Michael Chabon’s is an excellent starting were the coolest things in
everything from flutes, violins, piano, guitar, drums and voice to group
guitar lessons for beginning students; limited financial assistance
novel with the Pageturners Book Discussion Group; free; for information, point, with a brick eastern Indigo Body Art Gallery owner and tattoo the world,” Schwalm-Bell
call 563-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://
available for those in need, through the generous support of the HAVlife
www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jun 1. wall and a high ceiling in artist Mark Schwalm-Bell said. “I knew I wanted to
Foundation, the Moline Foundation and the Karli Rose Kell Music
Scholarship Fund at RME; for information, contact Ellis Kell, Director
Make a Splash Summer Reading Program, for information, call a building that’s nearly 120 years old. get a tattoo when I was four or five years old; I
309-524-2470 or the children’s desk at 309-524-2480, Moline Public
of Programming & Education, at 563-326-1333, ext. 113, or email
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Tue Jun
But it’s the “art-centric” aspect that really used to talk about it all the time.”
[email protected], River Music Experience, 129 Main St, distinguishes Indigo from other tattoo studios: That was no different from kids wanting to be
1 thru Sat Jul 31.
Davenport, IA, http://www.looking4lessons.com, thru Fri Dec 31.
Sci-Fi Book Club, for information, call 309-755-9614, East Moline Its walls showcase paintings divorced from a firefighter or a professional football player, but
Music Therapy Services for Special-Needs Children, participants
Public Library, 740 16th Ave., East Moline, IL, http://empl.lib.il.us, 6:30pm
will play drums, shakers and other instruments in order to enhance
Wed Jun 2. traditional tattoo style or subject matter. Indigo Schwalm-Bell said that his dream stuck with him:
social skills and communication, and will work toward their daily living
skills by participating in a number of musical activities that encourage
Brown Bag Lunch at Noon: Bill Hannan, for information, call 563- currently features the work of three artists, “I knew I wanted to be heavily tattooed from the
324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport,
sharing, impulse control, appropriate social communication, motor
IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 12pm Fri Jun 4. including St. Ambrose University student time I was in high school.”
control and following directions; followed by a lunch break and RME
tour and program; $160 for groups 12-15 maximum, not including
Adult Summer Reading Program, read for enjoyment and prizes; Meghan Hollister and Iowa City resident Jason But there was community pressure against it to
Davenport Public Library (Main), Davenport Public Library (Main), 321
chaperones; for information, call Ellis Kell at 563-326-1333, ext. 113 or
Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, Sat Jun
“Ja” Strating. Schwalm-Bell charges artists neither go with the family opposition. He recalled that in
e-mail [email protected], River Music Experience, 129
Main St, Davenport, IA, http://www.rivermusicexperience.org, 11am
5 thru Sat Jul 31. commission nor wall rent. 1991, the captain of his school’s cheer squad got a
Stealing the General: the Great Locomotive Chase and the First “Our vision for the studio is that we want to tattoo, which spurred a discussion in his English
thru Fri Dec 31.
Medal of Honor, a discussion of Russell S. Bonds’ book with the Civil War
Quad City Black Music Conference, first-of-its-kind symposium in have two separate but complementary lines of class. “It was this whole scandalous thing,” he
Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline
the Quad Cities, featuring regional artists, producers, beat masters, DJs,
media reps, promoters, and other musical talents in a day of panel-led
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, business ... : a fully functioning art gallery as well said. Each student was asked what tattoo he or
6:30pm Thu Jun 10.
discussion and lecture on relevant topics that affect the regional music
DAGOBAH, the Davenport Area Gathering of Books and Humanoids as a traditional body-art studio ... ,” Schwalm-Bell she would get, and Schwalm-Bell said he wanted
industry’s success; for information, contact Tiana Washington at 563-940-
6831, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 563-326- said. “We want to try to distance ourselves from sleeves. The school guidance counselor called his
7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA,
theblackmusicconference.com, 10am Sun May 30.
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Mon Jun 14. the traditional body-art community ... .” parents.
African Drum Circle, every two weeks, starting Wednesday
June 2; all drummers, at any level, welcome; donations accepted; for
Short & Sweets Book Club, on the 2nd Mon of the month; discuss Schwalm-Bell speaks too broadly and “Needless to say, when I turned 18, I didn’t
a short story while eating delicious sweets; free; registration required;
information, call Linda at 309-762-4469, Tammy at 309-269-7260, or
absolutely in denigrating tattoo-studio culture, run out and get a tattoo,” Schwalm-Bell said.

Sonya at 309-788-0801, Teranga: House of Africa, 1706 3rd Ave., Rock and he can occasionally come off as boastful. (He But when he was a 22-year-old senior at Luther
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am
Island, IL, 6pm Wed Jun 2 thru Wed Aug 25.
Mon Jun 14, 10am Mon Jul 12, 10am Mon Aug 9. claims that hospitals and dentists’ offices “are less College, he got the tattoo he’d wanted since age
Windsounds Summer Workshop: A Program for Flute, Clarinet,
Rock Island Line, discussion of David Rhodes’ novel, the first to
and Bassoon, thru June 25; with instructors Susan Bawden, Susan
feature character Julie Montgomery of the All Iowa Reads selection stringent about things [sterilization] than I am.”) six: the Incredible Hulk on his shoulder. “That
Schwaegler, and Janet Stodd; make new music and musical friendships
as you learn a solo and play in a quartet or larger ensemble; learn
“Driftless”; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount But there’s no denying that Indigo is a departure went over really, really, really poorly at my house,”
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
woodwind theory and literature, and even get tips on repairing your
davenportlibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jun 15. from the norm. he said.
instrument; your professional faculty musicians will present a recital,
and you’ll perform in a concert at the end of the workshop; open to
Classics Book Club, for information, call 309-524-2473, Moline Schwalm-Bell doesn’t expect much crossover It’s taken a long time for his mother to come
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
grades 8-12 for the upcoming year; students must have played their
7pm Mon Jun 21.
business; he doubts many tattoo customers will around, but Schwalm-Bell said she’s now proud
instruments for two years; $850 includes lodging, meals, and field trips,
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/x18990.
Simple Prosperity: Finding Real Wealth in a Sustainable buy art, or that many art patrons will get inked. of him. And he argued that tattoos aren’t much
Lifestyle, an Environmental Book Club discussion of David Wann’s But he said he hopes that as “a rather unique different from haircuts: “These are all ways that
xml, Mon Jun 21.
book; for information, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Billy Branch, free; crossing point between art and body art,” Indigo we change ourselves ... . Tattoos are a slightly
Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 7pm Tue Jun 22.
for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St,
Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 5:30pm Sat Jul 3.
Margaret Read McDonald, all-ages reading with renowned will be a comfortable place for people leery of more colorful and more permanent means to
storyteller; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library,
IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Little Pink
2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary. body-art studios or art galleries. He also called that end.”
Anderson, free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River
Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 2:30pm
com, 6:30pm Wed Jun 23. his business “a completely different spin on the
Out Loud Open Mic Night, read your works and listen to others;
Sat Jul 3.
free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. second-oldest profession in the world.” (“Any For more information on Indigo Body Art
IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Workshop: Olga w/ Codu
Dickinson, free; for information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River
2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, time they find a mummy with skin on it, it has Gallery (including a tattoo portfolio), visit
7pm Thu Jun 24.
tattoos,” Schwalm-Bell noted. Tattoos have been IndigoBodyArtGallery.com.
Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://mvbs.org/fest/fest-lineup/, 1pm
David R. Collins Summer Writers’ Conference Readings, open 15
Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 12pm Fri Aug 6.
DAGOBAH, the Davenport Area Gathering of Books and Humanoids
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 563-326-

7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA,
readings with conference faculty and participants; public invited; for http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Mon Aug 9.
information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Short & Sweets Book Club, on the 2nd Mon of the month; discuss
Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 7pm a short story while eating delicious sweets; free; registration required;
Thu Jun 24. for information, call 563-328-6833, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Beat Poetry Night, co-sponsored by the Midwest Writing Center, Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am
led by intern Broc Nelson; poets and musicians welcome, no profanity Mon Aug 9.
allowed; for information, call 563-324-1410 or e-mail nelsonbroca@sau. Civil War Book Discussion Group, for information, call 309-762-
edu, Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 6883, Moline Public Library, 3210
130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http:// 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu
Literature
www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 6pm
Mon Jun 28. Aug 12.
Brown Bag Lunch at Noon: Gerri Classics Book Club, for
Bowers, talking about Rich Johnson’s David R. Collins 2010 Writers’ Conference information, call 309-524-2473,
Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St,
Book “Bix: The Davenport Album”; St. Ambrose University Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
for information, call 563-324-1410,
Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Wednesday, June 23, through Friday, com, 7pm Mon Aug 16.
Krakatoa: The Day the Earth
Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www. June 25 Exploded: August 27, 1883, an
midwestwritingcenter.org, 12pm
Fri Jul 2. Environmental Book Club discussion
E
Pageturners Book Club Meeting, very year, of Simon Winchester’s book; for
for information, call 309-524-2473, information, call 563-322-2969, River
Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, the Midwest Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport,
Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary. Writing Center IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 7pm
com, 7pm Tue Jul 6. Tue Aug 24.
Mystery Book Club, for
hosts its David R. Out Loud Open Mic Night,
information, call 309-755-9614, East Collins Writers’ read your works and listen to others;
Moline Public Library, 740 16th Ave., free; for information, call 563-324-
Conference at 1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225
East Moline, IL, http://empl.lib.il.us,
6:30pm Wed Jul 7. St. Ambrose E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA,
http://www.midwestwritingcenter.
Fort Pillow, a discussion of Harry University, a org, 7pm Thu Aug 29.
Turtledove’s book with the Civil War
Book Discussion Group; free; for three-day series Cecil Murphey Beat Poetry Night, co-
information, call 309-524-2470, Moline of summertime sponsored by the Midwest Writing
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, Center, led by intern Broc Nelson;
http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm workshops and poets and musicians welcome, no
Thu Jul 8. seminars designed to aid professional profanity allowed; for information,
DAGOBAH, the Davenport Area call 563-324-1410 or e-mail
Gathering of Books and Humanoids
and beginning authors in their quests for [email protected], Mojo’s
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Discussion Group; artistic success. And every year, the center (River Music Experience), 130 W
free; for information, call 563-326-7832, steadfastly refuses to invite me to speak at 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 midwestwritingcenter.org, 6pm
Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// the event. So, just to prove that I don’t hold a Mon Aug 30.
www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm grudge, here’s a sampling of what attendees Mystery Book Club, for
Mon Jul 12. information, call 309-755-9614, East
Short & Sweets Book Club, on at this year’s conference – being held June Moline Public Library, 740 16th Ave.,
the 2nd Mon of the month; discuss 23 through 25 – can look forward to: best- East Moline, IL, http://empl.lib.il.us,
a short story while eating delicious 6:30pm Wed Sep 1.
sweets; free; registration required;
selling author Cecil Murphey, offering 40 Workshops & Classes
for information, call 563-328-6833, tips on how your prose can morph “From Midwest Writing Center
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Ordinary to Outstanding”; Eric Butterman, Writer’s Studio, on the 1st &
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// 3rd Saturday of the month; for
www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am explaining how to get cash for your output information, call 563-324-1410,
Mon Jul 12. in “The Freelancing Payoff ”; Roald Tweet, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd
Driftless, discussion of David St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://
Rhodes’ novel, the All Iowa Reads with the necessary rules of the “Road to www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
selection; free; for information, call 563- Nonfiction”; Steve Semken, guiding future 11am thru Sat Dec 18.
326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, Young Writers’ Guild Meeting,
3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, professionals through “The Publishing open to high school and college
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, Process”; Emma Rainey, assisting aspiring students interested in sharing
7pm Tue Jul 13. their work and receiving feedback
Romance Book Club, for
journalists with her “Introduction to from their peers; for information,
information, call 309-755-9614, East Nonfiction Feature Writing”; and Stephen call 563-324-1410, Midwest
Moline Public Library, 740 16th Ave., French, outlining the steps involved in Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite
East Moline, IL, http://empl.lib.il.us, 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.
12:30pm Tue Jul 13. “Writing Poems that Stir the Senses. ” In midwestwritingcenter.org, 1pm
Classics Book Club, for French’s honor, here’s a little haiku that I’ve Sat Jun 5.
information, call 309-524-2473, Moline Mid-River Writers’ Workshop,
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, been working on for several hours: “Wanna with instructors Dr. Kelly Daniels and
http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm learn to write? / Sign up for these June Rebecca Wee; explore the writer’s
Mon Jul 19. connections to the natural world
Beat Poetry Night, co-sponsored
courses. / You’ll learn real nice-like. ” Hmm. through readings by prominent
by the Midwest Writing Center, led I’m starting to see why I never get invited area writers, open mic readings,
by intern Broc Nelson; poets and to speak at this thing ... . Other events over peer workshops, a camping trip via
musicians welcome, no profanity boat up the Mississippi River, and
allowed; for information, call 563-324- the three days include open readings with a day trip to Iowa City, home of the
1410 or e-mail [email protected], conference faculty members, manuscript famous Iowa Writers’ Workshop;
Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130 intended for students entering
pitch sessions with Semken, and a luncheon
W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www. their sophomore, junior or senior

midwestwritingcenter.org, 6pm Mon with keynote speaker Murphey, and more year in the fall; faculty will select
Jul 26. participants based in part on writing
Where the Wild Things Were: details on the David R. Collins 2010 Writers’ samples; $1,500 includes lodging,
life, death, and ecological wreckage Conference are available by calling (563)324- meals, and field trips, Augustana
in a land of vanishing predators, an College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
Environmental Book Club discussion
1410 or visiting MidwestWritingCenter.org. augustana.edu/x18996.xml, Mon
of William Stolzenberg’s book; for – Mike Schulz Jun 21 thru Thu Jul 1.
information, call 563-322-2969, River David R. Collins Summer
Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, Writers’ Conference, sponsored by
http://www.riveraction.org, 7pm Tue Jul 27. the Midwest Writing Center; featuring the creative non-fiction workshop
Out Loud Open Mic Night, read your works and listen to others; “The Road to Nonfiction” with Dr. Roald Tweet, the fiction-writing
free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. workshop “From Ordinary to Outstanding” with author Cecil Murphey,
2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, the nonfiction-writing workshop “Introduction to Nonfiction Feature
7pm Thu Jul 29. Writing” with Emma Rainey, the freelancing workshop “The Freelance
Pageturners Book Club Meeting, for information, call 309-524- Payoff” with Eric Butterman, the poetry workshop “Writing Poems that
2473, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. Stir the Senses” with Dr. Stephen French, the publishing workshop “The
molinelibrary.com, 7pm Tue Aug 3. Publishing Process” with Steve Semken, and the marketing workshop
Sci-Fi Book Club, for information, call 309-755-9614, East Moline “Creating Buzz about You and Your Book” with Twila Belk; $65-$75 per
Public Library, 740 16th Ave., East Moline, IL, http://empl.lib.il.us, 6:30pm workshop, $200-$225 for full conference; for information, call 563-324-
Wed Aug 4. 1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Brown Bag Lunch at Noon: Max Molleston, for information, midwestwritingcenter.org, Wed Jun 23 thru Fri Jun 25.
call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Creating Buzz for You and Your Book (Marketing & Publicity),
16
with presenter Twila Belk; discuss different ways to create buzz,
including publicity tips, building your platform, social networking, and by Mike Schulz

more; a workshop in the David R. Collins 2010 Writers’ Conference; for
[email protected]
Hip-Hop 101
information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust,
Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 6:30pm Wed Jun
23 and Thu Jun 24.
Performances
Fat Pig, dark relationship comedy by Neil LaBute; $7.50-$10,
Eric Butterman and Steve Semken, Butterman speaks on
Des Moines Social Club, 1408 Locust St., Des Moines, IA, http://www.
“Overcoming Rejection as a Writer,” and Semken speaks on “Self-
midwestix.com, 7:30pm Thu May 27 thru Sat May 29.
publishing and Marketing Yourself”; held in conjunction with the David
R. Collins Summer Writers’ Conference; for information, call 563-324-
Whodunit... the Musical, world premiere of mystery-musical- KALA’s Tiana “DJ Powder” Washington Shepherds the Quad Cities Black
comedy set in 1931 Connecticut; Wed., Fri., & Sat.: 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm
1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA,
http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 7pm Wed Jun 23.
buffet, 7:15pm Bootlegger pre-show, 7:45pm curtain; Sun.: 3:45pm
doors, 4-5pm buffet, 5:15pm Bootlegger pre-show, 5:45pm curtain;
Music Conference, May 30 at St. Ambrose University
O
From Ordinary to Outstanding, a course in the David R. Collins
Wed. matinees: 11:30am doors, 11:45am-12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm
2010 Writers’ Conference; Cecil Murphey shares 40 subtle-but-significant
Bootlegger pre-show, 1:30pm curtain; $40.56-$46.28; for information, n May 30, St. Ambrose University As for what she sees as a more insidious
details that can transform your fiction and make you a superior
writer; $65-$75; for information and to register, call 563-324-1410,
call 309-786-7733, ext. 2, Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock will host the Quad Cities Black threat, Washington states: “For our youth,
Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, Thu May 27 thru Sat Jul 10.
St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
2010 Rockin’ Follies, cabaret performance with the summer- Music Conference, a gathering there’s this ideology that illicit drug use,
midwestwritingcenter.org, Wed. & Thu. 10:15-11:45am, Wed. 1-2:30pm,
Wed Jun 23 and Thu Jun 24.
stock actors and interns; $20; for tickets and information, call 563- of Midwestern artists, producers, beat heavy drinking, an over-focus on sexual
242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.
Introduction to Nonfiction Feature Writing, a course in the David
clintonshowboat.org, 7:30pm Tue Jun 1.
masters, DJs, and promoters for a first-of- stuff – what I would call ‘gross immorality’
R. Collins 2010 Writers’ Conference; with presenter Emma Rainey; learn to
gather and organize material from reliable sources, develop interviewing
Chicago, the Tony-winning musical-comedy smash; Fri. & Sat. 8pm, its-kind symposium – is how hip-hop and
Tue. thru Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for tickets, call 815-244- on the Midwestern rap are most often
techniques, and hone writing skills; $65-$75; for information and to
2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://
register, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust,
www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jun 3 thru Sun Jun 13. hip-hop scene. Yet presented. And so
Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 1pm Wed Jun 23
Funny Valentines, comedy by D.R. Andersen, directed by Jalayne while the event’s you have young men
thru Fri Jun 25.
Riewerts; Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 4pm; $8-$10; for tickets, call 309-
Road to Nonfiction, a course in the David R. Collins 2010 Writers’
944-2244, Barn Theatre in Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo, IL, http://www. main focus is music, wanting to go out and
Conference; with presenter Dr. Roald Tweet; the workshop will follow
the steps needed to turn out a publishable piece of nonfiction from
rhplayers.com, Thu Jun 3 thru Sun Jun 13. for organizer Tiana mimic that. And we can’t
Rent, Jonathan Larson’s Tony-winning rock musical; Thu. thru Sat.
getting an idea to completing a manuscript for submission; $65-$75; for
7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563- Washington – better have that.”
information and to register, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University,
518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www. known as program host Particularly
clintonshowboat.org, Thu Jun 3 thru Sun Jun 13.
8:30am Wed Jun 23 thru Fri Jun 25.
Rumors, farcical comedy by Neil Simon; Fri. & Sat 7:30pm, Wed.,
“DJ Powder” for St. troublesome,
The Freelancing Payoff: It Starts with a Pitch, part one of a course Ambrose’s KALA-FM Washington says, is
Thu., & Sun. 3pm; $17.50-$26.50; for tickets, call 319-622-6194 or 800-
in the David R. Collins 2010 Writers’ Conference, with presenter Eric
35AMANA, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://www. – the day is all about hip-hop’s notorious
Butterman; learn pitching from actual pitches which sold for $1,000 and
oldcreamery.com, Thu Jun 3 thru Sat Jul 3.
write pitches together, analyzing them for a better chance at landing
Mark Twain & the Laughing River, on Tuesdays; music, drama, learning. anti-female bias. “There
the assignment; $65-$75; for information and to register, call 563-324-
1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
comedy, and Taiwanian wit and wisdom, with Jim Post; $16-$20; for “I realized that seems to be an intense
tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat
midwestwritingcenter.org, 10:15am Wed Jun 23.
Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.clintonshowboat.org, 7:30pm Tue Jun there was not enough epidemic towards this,
The Publishing Process, a course in the David R. Collins 2010
Writers’ Conference; with presenter Steve Semken; learn how to start a
8 thru Tue Aug 10. education,” says because mainstream
Sunday in the Park with George, Stephen Sondheim’s & James
small literary press, the options of self-publishing versus more traditional
Lapine’s Pulitzer Prize-winning musical; Thu. thru Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm;
Washington, “especially media is not saying that
publishing, the art of submissions & queries, working with authors,
marketing, book tours, dealing with booksellers, and more; $65-$75; for
$18-$20; for tickets and information, call 563-449-6371, Harrison Hilltop for those who are Tiana “DJ Powder” Washington this is wrong. They’re
Theatre, 1601 Harrison St, Davenport, IA, http://www.harrisonhilltop. serious [about hip- placing musicians who
com, Thu Jun 10 thru Sat Jun 26.
Art, a Curtainbox Theatre Company production of Yasmina Reza’s hop] and have created some headway for have a long history of misogynistic lyrics
4:30pm Wed Jun 23 thru Fri Jun 25.
Writing Poems that Stir the Senses, a course in the David R. Collins
Tony Award-winning comedy; Thu. thru Sat. & Tue. 7:30pm, Sun 3pm; themselves. And it was time. Time to create in the spotlight, and what that does is give
$10-$15; for tickets and information, call 563-322-8504, Village Theatre,
2010 Writers’ Conference; with presenter Stephen Frech; designed to
2113 E 11th St, Village of East Davenport, IA, http://thecurtainbox.com, an event that focused on not just the music artists the perception that, ‘Well, if I do
generate poems that stimulate the senses and to revisit existing work
with your whole body; $65-$75; for information and to register, call 563-
Thu Jun 10 thru Sun Jun 27. element, but on the education and business that, then I, too, can be successful.’
Go, Dog, Go!, family musical adaptation of the beloved book; June
324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://
10, 15, 22, 24, & 26 9:30am doors, 10am show; June 12, 17, 19, 26, & 29 sides of music. “There are some really bad habits,”
www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 2:45pm Wed Jun 23 thru Fri Jun 25.
David R. Collins Summer Writers’ Conference Luncheon, with
12:30pm doors, 1pm show; for tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, “Because, you know, [radio station] Washington adds, “that are being put out
Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
featured author Cecil Murphey, who shares his writing journey from
circa21.com, Thu Jun 10 thru Tue Jun 29.
B-100 can’t play something that’s not put there as cool.”
want-to-get-published status to New York Times best-selling author; through the proper channels. DJs cannot Consequently, she plans for the
Ballet Under the Stars, annual presentation by Ballet Quad Cities;
$15; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E.
free, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www. just do a friend a favor and play their music. conference to stress the positivity in
2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
balletquadcities.com, 8pm Fri Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 13.
11:45am Thu Jun 24.
Guys & Dolls, Frank Loesser’s musical-comedy classic, directed And there’s this perception that that can hip-hop through such guests as KALA
The Freelancing Payoff: Feature Writing for More Money,
part two of a course in the David R. Collins 2010 Writers’ Conference,
by Jason Platt; Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $9-$15; for tickets, call happen.” Operations Manager David Baker, Des
309-762-6610, Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584
with presenter Eric Butterman; learn how turn half-hour interviews
34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.qcmusicguild.com, Fri Jun 11 thru Washington laughs. “We gotta talk about Moines-based music promoter Bo James,
into 15 minutes, exercises that turn a procrastinator into a pro and
how to become the confident freelancer you have always wanted
Sun Jun 20. that.” and local educator J.D. Wilson, who, says
Love’s Labour’s Lost, production in the 2010 Riverside Theatre
to be; $65-$75; for information and to register, call 563-324-1410,
Shakespeare Festival, directed by Theodore Swetz; performed in
And with subject matter including Washington, “taught at J.B. Young for
St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
midwestwritingcenter.org, 10:15am Thu Jun 24.
repertory with “Romeo & Juliet” on scheduled Tuesdays thru Sundays; breaking into the industry, management, several years, but was also a rapper. So
$15-$37; for information and tickets, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre publishing rights, and the necessity of he’s going to come in and talk about the
The Freelancing Payoff: Organize and Grow, part three of a
Festival Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.
course in the David R. Collins 2010 Writers’ Conference, with presenter
org, Fri Jun 11 thru Sun Jul 11. positive messages and role models, the necessity of a positive message in music.
Eric Butterman; covers everything from finding the balance between
A Prom to Die for!, comedy production in the school’s annual symposium will find Washington – a Quad I don’t think that’s something that young
pleasing clients and getting new ones to creating a “career map” which
Heartland Festival; University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 University Plaza,
will allow you to see where you want to be a year from now; $65-$75; for
Platteville, WI, for tickets, call 608-342-1298, http://www.uwplatt.edu/ Cities native who received a degree in musicians are usually exposed to.”
arts/heartland/, 7:30pm Fri Jun 11 thru Sat Aug 7. public relations and marketing from St. Describing the day’s schedule,
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, musical comedy based on
10:15am Fri Jun 25.
the beloved “Peanuts” characters, presented by the City Circle Acting Ambrose – and her fellow music experts Washington says, “From 10 to 11:30
Writing Your Memoirs, led by Ellen Tsagaris; topics include defining
a memoir, comparing and contrasting biography and autobiography,
Company of Coralville; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for tickets, call 319- and educators talking about a lot of things. [a.m.], we’ve got a couple of open-forum
248-1750, Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA,
epiphanies, using treasured objects as catalysts, writing around a photo,
http://www.citycircle.org, Fri Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 20.
The idea for the conference, Washington discussions led by individuals I hand-
using favorite recipes or patterns to tell stories, and more; $20-$25; for says, had been gestating for the better part selected, just to start the conversation on
Beatrix Potter, Nancy Huse’s one-woman performance on the life
information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St.
and works of the infamous children’s author; free; for information, call of a decade, spurred by what she considered ‘Where is hip-hop at today? Where is the

Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, Sat
309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://
Aug 28.
www.molinelibrary.com, 2:30pm Sat Jun 12. negative shifts in the music industry. industry?’ And after that very open, broad
Calls For Entry Steel Magnolias, Robert Harling’s beloved all-female comedy “What happened about 10 years ago,” conversation, we’re gonna slow the pace
Iowa Summer Writing Festival at the University of Iowa, drama; Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Tue. thru Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for
accepting registrations for the 2010 sessions; weeklong and weekend tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, she says, “was that there became a very down with a luncheon where people can
workshops including fiction, poetry, nonfiction and playwriting will run Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jun 17 thru dumbed-down method to getting yourself network directly.”
from June 13 through July 30; in all, more than 150 noncredit workshops Sat Jun 26.
will be held; $560 per week, and $280 per weekend; for information, Noises Off, Michael Frayn’s Tony-winning backstage farce; Thu.
into the spotlight. Things like American Following the morning’s events, the
contact 319-335-4160 or [email protected], University of Iowa, thru Sat. 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for tickets and information, call Idol and MySpace made it so that raw general public is invited to join conference
Iowa City, IA, http://www.continuetolearn.uiowa.edu/iswfest/, thru 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.
Mon May 31. clintonshowboat.org, Thu Jun 17 thru Sun Jun 27.
talent – those people who were singing attendees for a noontime Hip-Hop
Great River Writer’s Retreat, seeking applications for six nights’ Oklahoma!, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s beloved musical, directed by in their garages and learning how to Fashion Show. And wrapping up the
accommodation at the Benet House Retreat Center in Rock Island, a
travel stipend, three meals a day, and an invitation to read at St. Ambrose
Wayne Hess; Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for information, call 563- play instruments and playing local cafés day’s activities, from 1 to 3 p.m., will be
285-6228, North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, Eldridge, IA,
University in Davenport, Iowa; application must include a cover page, http://www.cctonstage.org, Fri Jun 18 thru Sun Jun 27. – became super-lower-totem-pole-dwellers. a series of workshops on such topics as
resume, a statement describing the project you intend to work on, and Romeo & Juliet, production in the 2010 Riverside Theatre “Whereas people who had the money promotional tools, electronic-press-kit
a 10-page sample of your work, taken from writing done within the last Shakespeare Festival, directed by Ron Clark; performed in repertory with
three years; $15 reading fee; for information, call 563-324-1410 or e-mail “Love’s Labour’s Lost” on scheduled Tuesdays thru Sundays; $15-$37; or the right support systems,” Washington structure, and relationship-building, with
[email protected], Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd for information and tickets, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre Festival said, “they could buy their way in, or fake Mizay Entertainment CEO Debra Antney
St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, thru Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.org,
Tue Jun 1. 8pm Fri Jun 18 thru thru Sat Jul 10.
it ’til they made it. That is not the way it’s on-hand to discuss her success in the music
The Taffetas, hit off-Broadway musical, a presentation in the supposed to be. You need to earn your way industry.
school’s annual Heartland Festival; University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 in. You need to be real talent.” Continued On Page 44 17
IL, http://www.festival56.com, Tue Jul 13 thru Sun Jul 18. tickets and information, call 815-879-5656, PHS Council Auditorium, 103 Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.clintonshowboat.org,
Squabbles, comedy about a pair of warring in-laws; Wed., Fri., & S Euclid Ave, Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.com, Fri Jul 23 thru 12pm Sat Aug 7.
Sat.: 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet, 7:15pm Bootlegger pre-show, 7:45pm Thu Jul 29. Festival 56 Closing Cabaret Performance, end-of-season
curtain; Sun.: 3:45pm doors, 4-5pm buffet, 5:15pm Bootlegger pre-show, Annie, the Tony winning musical comedy smash, directed by performances by the summer-stock company; $7 at the door; for
University Plaza, Platteville, WI; for tickets, call 608-342-1298, http://www. 5:45pm curtain; Wed. matinees: 11:30am doors, 11:45am-12:45pm Christina Myatt; Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for information, call information, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Main
uwplatt.edu/arts/heartland/, Fri Jun 18 thru Sat Aug 7. plated lunch, 1pm Bootlegger pre-show, 1:30pm curtain; $40.56-$46.28; 563-285-6228, North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, Eldridge, St., Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.com, 7:30pm Sun Aug 8.
Whacked at Da Wedding, interactive mystery-comedy with the It’s for information, call 309-786-7733, ext. 2, Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, IA, http://www.cctonstage.org, Fri Jul 23 thru Sun Aug 1. Sunday in the Park with George, Stephen Sondheim’s Pulitzer
a Mystery troupe; $35/dinner & show; for reservations, call 563-676-6308 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, 7:45pm Wed Jul Hansel & Gretel, family comedy with the Showboat’s intern staff; $5; Prize-winning musical homage to George Seurat; Thu. thru Sat.
or visit http://www.skellingtonmanor.com, Skellington Manor Banquet 14 thru Sat Aug 28. for tickets and information, call 563- 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-
Love, Sex, & the I.R.S., slapstick 242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat 242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.
Music
& Event Center, 420 18th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.itsamysteryqc.
com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 18. farce by William Van Zandt and Jane Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www. clintonshowboat.org, Thu Aug 12 thru Sun Aug 22.
Mark Twain, a one-man show about the life and works of one of Milmore; Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Tue. thru clintonshowboat.org, 12pm Sat The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Tony-winning
America’s most celebrated authors, with stories and lectures performed Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Jul 24. musical comedy by composer William Finn; Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Tue. thru
for tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Big River, Tony-winning musical Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for tickets, call 815-244-2035,
by Warren Brown; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public
Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak
LeClaire Park tale of Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer; Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 2:30pm
Sat Jun 19. Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www. Friday, July 2, through Sunday, July 4 Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Aug 12 thru Sun Aug 22.
Andromache, Genesius Guild presentation of Euripides’ tragedy; timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jul 3pm; $18; for tickets and information, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Tony-winning
T
Sat. & Sun. 8pm; free, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, 15 thru Sat Jul 24. call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area musical comedy by composer William Finn; Thu. thru Sat. 8pm, Sun.
http://www.genesius.org, Sat Jun 19 thru Sun Jun 27. Show Boat, musical classic of he Fourth of Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http:// 2pm; $18-$20; for information, call 563-449-6371, Harrison Hilltop
Hansel & Gretel, family comedy with the Showboat’s intern staff; $5; life on the Mississippi; Thu. thru Sat. July weekend www.clintonshowboat.org, Thu Jul Theatre, 1601 Harrison St, Davenport, IA, http://www.harrisonhilltop.
for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for 29 thru Sun Aug 8. com, 8pm Thu Aug 12 thru Sat Aug 28.
Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.clintonshowboat.org, 12pm Sat Jun 19. tickets and information, call 563- is, of course, our Curtains, Tony-winning musical- Wit, the Curtainbox Theatre Company’s production of Margaret
All Shook Up, Elvis Presley-inspired musical comedy, performed by 242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat nation’s annual comedy mystery; Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Tue. Edson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, directed by Philip William
students in grades 8-12; for information, call 309-788-5433, The Center Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www. thru Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20- McKinley; Thu. thru Sat. & Tue. 8pm, Sun. 3pm; $10-$15; for tickets and
clintonshowboat.org, Thu Jul 15 celebration of the $11; for tickets, call 815-244-2035, information, call 563-322-8504 or e-mail reservations@thecurtainbox.
for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.
com, Fri Jun 25 and Sat Jun 26. thru Sun Jul 25. red, white, and Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black com, Village Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, Village of East Davenport, IA, http://
Dog Sees God: Confessions of Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www. thecurtainbox.com, Thu Aug 12 thru Sun Aug 29.
Forever Plaid, beloved boy-band music comedy; for tickets and
a Teenage Blockhead, an irreverent,
blue. But guess timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jul 29 Bugsy Malone, stage musical based on the kiddie-gangster movie,
information, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Main
St., Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.com, Fri Jun 25 thru Sat Jul 3. satirical take on Charles M. Schulz’s which color is going thru Sun Aug 8. by the Englert School for Performing Arts, produced in collaboration
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Tony-winning “Peanuts” characters, directed by to get the lion’s Lucky Stiff, farcical murder with the Young Footlighters, and directed by Saffron Henke; for
musical comedy, a presentation in the school’s annual Heartland Festival; Chris Walljasper; Thu. thru Sat.8pm, mystery by Lynn Ahrens and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St.,
University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI; for Sun. 2pm; $16-$18; for information, share of attention Stephen Flaherty; for tickets and Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, Fri Aug 13 thru Sun Aug 15.
tickets, call 608-342-1298, http://www.uwplatt.edu/arts/heartland/, Fri call 563-449-6371, Harrison at LeClaire Park? information, call 815-879-5656, The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe, a Missoula
Jun 25 thru Fri Aug 6. Hilltop Theatre, 1601 Harrison
That’s right: Blues Ruthie Foster Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Children’s Theatre production of the classic story; $7-$10; for tickets and
Goldie & Little Red, family comedy with the Showboat’s intern St, Davenport, IA, http://www. Main St., Princeton, IL, http://www. information, call 563-652-9815, Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215 E Platt
staff; $5; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area harrisonhilltop.com, Thu Jul 15 thru are the hues when festival56.com, Fri Jul 30 thru Sun St., Maquoketa, IA, http://www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com, 2 & 6pm
Sat Jul 31. Aug 8. Sat Aug 14.
Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.clintonshowboat.org, 12pm
A Don’t Hug Me County Fair,
the Davenport locale plays host to the My Way: A Musical Tribute to Clinton Area Showboat Theatre 2011 Season Preview, $20; for
Sat Jun 26.
Oklahoma!, Rodgers’ & Hammerstein’s musical classic; Fri. & Sat. comedy sequel with the competing 26th Annual IH Mississippi Valley Blues Frank Sinatra, revue conceived by tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat
8pm, Tue. thru Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for tickets, call 815- townsfolk of Bunyan Bay; Fri. & Sat Festival, with performances by more than David Grapes and Todd Olson; Fri. Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.clintonshowboat.org, 7:30pm Tue
244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, 7:30pm, Wed., Thu., & Sun. 3pm; & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-$16; Aug 17.
http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jul 1 thru Sun Jul 11. $17.50-$26.50; for tickets, call 319- two dozen local and national soloists and for tickets and information, call 319- Red, White, & Tuna, comedy sequel to “Greater Tuna,” in the studio
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Genesius Guild presentation of 622-6194 or 800-35AMANA, Old ensembles scheduled between July 2 and 462-4793, Starlighters Theatre, 136 theatre; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Thu. & Sun. 3pm; $12.50-$22.50; for tickets,
Shakespeare’s romantic comedy; Sat. & Sun. 8pm, with an added Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., E. Main St., Anamosa, Iowa, http:// call 319-622-6194 or 800-35AMANA, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th
performance on Fr. July 2; free, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery. July 4. LeClaire Park’s bandshell stage www.starlighters.org, 7:30pm Fri Jul Ave., Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 3pm Thu Aug 19 thru
Island, IL, http://www.genesius.org, 8pm Fri Jul 2 thru Sun Jul 11. com, 3pm Thu Jul 15 thru Sun will showcase smokin’ sets by (in order 30 thru Sun Aug 8. Sun Sep 5.
Love’s Labour’s Lost, Shakespeare’s classic comedy; free; for Aug 15. Ecclesiazusae, Genesius Guild The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Tony-winning
Godspell, Stephen Schwartz’s of appearance) the Kinsey Report, Mud presentation of Aristophanes’ musical-comedy smash; $7.50-Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15 & up;
information, call 815-879-5656, Soldiers and Sailors Park, Princeton, IL,
http://www.festival56.com, 2pm Sun Jul 4 thru Wed Aug 4. beloved inspirational musical, Morganfield, Bernard Allison, Lil’ Ed & the comedy, adapted by Don Wooten; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S.
performed by students in grades 3- Sat. & Sun. 8pm; free, Lincoln Park, Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www.theorpheum.org, Fri Aug 20 thru
Charlotte’s Web, Joseph Robinette’s family adventure, based on
7; for information, call 309-788-5433,
Blues Imperials, Ana Popovic, Zac Harmon, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Sun Aug 22.
E.B. White’s classic children’s book; Tue. & Thu. thru Sat 2pm; $5; for
information and tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Vasti Jackson, the Quad City Symphony http://www.genesius.org, Sat Jul 31 Goldie & Little Red, family comedy with the Showboat’s intern
Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Tue Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www. Orchestra, Rosie Ledet & the Zydeco thru Sun Aug 8. staff; $5; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area
Jul 6 thru Sat Jul 10. center4living.com, Fri Jul 16 and Miss Nelson Is Missing!, a Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://www.clintonshowboat.org, 12pm
Jersey Boys, Tony-winning musical of The Four Seasons’ hits; Tue. Sat Jul 17. Playboys, the Jimmys, Shawn Kellerman, Theatre for Young Audiences Sat Aug 21.
thru Fri. 7:30pm, Sat. 2 & 7:30pm, Sun. 1 & 6:30pm; $20 & up; for tickets, The Jungle Book, musical Lucky Peterson, and the legendary Rhythm presentation; $7.50; for tickets, call Love Comes Softly, musical drama by Toby Waldowski; $8-$20; for
call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., presentation in the school’s annual 319-622-6194 or 800-35AMANA, tickets and information, call 563-652-9815, Ohnward Fine Arts Center,
Des Moines, IA, http://www.civiccenter.org, Wed Jul 7 thru Sun Jul 25. Heartland Festival; for tickets, call & Blues Revue. And on the park’s tent Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., 1215 E Platt St., Maquoketa, IA, http://www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com,
A Turn for the Nurse, crime farce by Rick Abbot, directed by Joe 608-342-1298, http://www.uwplatt. stage, you’ll be witness to the thrilling Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery. 3pm Sun Aug 22.
edu/arts/heartland/, 7:30pm Fri Jul com, Sat Jul 31 thru Sat Aug 14. A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, musical revue on the famed
DePauw; Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 4pm; $8-$10; for tickets, call 309-
16 and Sat Jul 17.
blues stylings of Little Pink Anderson, Goldie & Little Red, family country-western singer; Wed., Fri., & Sat.: 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet,
944-2244, Barn Theatre in Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo, IL, http://www.
rhplayers.com, Thu Jul 8 thru Jul 18. Omar!, family comedy with the Caroline Shines, Lurrie Bell, Shirley King, comedy with the Showboat’s intern 7:15pm Bootlegger pre-show, 7:45pm curtain; Sun.: 3:45pm doors,
Little Red Riding Hood, stage fairy tale, the culmination of the Showboat’s intern staff; Fri. 1pm, Sat. Little Brother Jones, Olga Wilhelmie, Cody staff; $5; for tickets and information, 4-5pm buffet, 5:15pm Bootlegger pre-show, 5:45pm curtain; Wed.
weeklong Little Red Riding Hood Camp Creamery workshops for ages noon; $5; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area matinees: 11:30am doors, 11:45am-12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm
7-15; for information, contact Jackie McCall at 319-622-6034 or jmccall@ call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Dickerson, Little Joe McLerran, Ruthie Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http:// Bootlegger pre-show, 1:30pm curtain; $40.56-$46.28;; for information,
oldcreamery.com, Clear Creek Amana Elementary School, 3023 220th Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, Foster, Billy Branch & the Sons of Blues, www.clintonshowboat.org, 12pm call 309-786-7733, ext. 2, Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock
Trail, Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 7:30pm Fri Jul 9. http://www.clintonshowboat.org, Sat Jul 31. Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, 7:45pm Wed Sep 1 thru Sat Nov 6.
Dames at Sea, beloved tap-dance music comedy; for tickets and 1pm Fri Jul 16 and Sat Jul 17. Bill Sims Jr., Mark LaVoie, Dave Riley, Bob The Bridge to Terabithia, Auditions & Calls for Entry
information, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Main Richard III, Genesius Guild Corritore, The David Boykin Expanse, Kim Katherine Paterson and Stephanie Genesius Guild Call for Volunteers, seeking volunteers for the
St., Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.com, Fri Jul 9 thru thru Sat presentation of Shakespeare’s S. Tolan’s family adventure, based season to help with tasks such as hanging posters, setting up for
tragedy, directed by and starring Massie, and the Nighthwaks with Hubert on Katherine Paterson’s Newbery
Jul 17. shows, ushering, building sets, and maintaining the costume house; for
100 Saints You Should Know, a New Ground Theatre presentation Mike King; Sat. & Sun. 8pm; free, Sumlin. Adding free music workshops and Award-winning novel; Tue. & Thu. information, e-mail [email protected] or visit http://www.genesius.org,
Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, thru Sat. 2pm; $5; for information
of Kate Fodor’s drama about a dissatisfied cleaning woman and a
Rock Island, IL, http://www.genesius.
the annual BlueSKool children’s activities, and tickets, call 815-244-2035,
Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.genesius.
troubled priest; Fri., Sat., & Tue. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $15-$12; for tickets org/volunteer.html, thru Sun Aug 8.
and information, call 563-326-7529, Village Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, org, Sat Jul 17 thru Sun Jul 25. the weekend is a veritable explosion of blues Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Curtainbox Theatre Company: Private Instruction, individual
Village of East Davenport, IA, http://www.newgroundtheatre.org, Fri Jul Art, Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award- excitement, and we at the Reader hope this Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www. lessons and sessions available for student and adult actors; for
9 thru Sun Jul 18. winning comedy; for tickets and timberlakeplayhouse.org, Tue Aug 3 information, contact Kimberly Furness at 563-322-8504 or Kim@
Fences, August Wilson’s Tony- and Pulitzer prize-winning drama information, call 815-879-5656, year’s talents enjoy an outstanding holiday thru Sat Aug 7. thecurtainbox.com, Curtainbox Theatre & Conservatory, 2850 Eastern
about an African-American family in the 1950’s; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 weekend. Or, in the immortal words of Beginning Stages: The House Ave., Suite #200, Davenport, IA, http://thecurtainbox.com, thru Fri Dec
3pm; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Main St., Princeton, IL, http://www. of Leisure, debuting comedy by 31.
Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.playcrafters.com, festival56.com, Tue Jul 20 thru Homer Simpson, “Go ahead and play the Erich Goldstein; for information, call Puppetry Workshop Camp for Adults, thru June 19; led by Stefano
Sun Jul 25. blues if it makes you happy!” For more 815-879-5656, Grace Performing
Fri Jul 9 thru Jul 18. Brancato of the Ballard Institute of Puppetry; explore shadow puppetry,
Grease, the original high school musical; Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Twelfth Night (or What You Arts Center, 316 Main St., Princeton,
Will), Riverside Theatre’s Young
information on this year’s IH Mississippi IL, http://www.festival56.com, 2pm
mask performance, movement, story-writing, and more; concludes
Sun 2pm; $9-$15; for tickets, call 309-762-6610, Quad City Music Guild with a Saturday showcase for the public; $130; for information and to
- Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www. People’s Company presents Valley Blues Festival, call (563)322-5837 or Wed Aug 4. register, call 563-326-7862, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
qcmusicguild.com, Fri Jul 9 thru Sun Jul 18. Shakespeare’s comedy, directed by visit MVBS.org. – Mike Schulz Christmas Belles, comedy by Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportjuniortheatre.com, 6pm Mon
Rent, Jonathan Larson’s Tony-winning rock musical; Thu. thru Sat. Mary Sullivan; for information and Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jun 14.
7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm; $25-$15; for tickets, call 319-366-8591, Theatre tickets, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Jamie Wooten, directed by John Summer Shakespearience, with instructors Jeff Coussens and
Cedar Rapids, 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.theatrecr.org, Theatre Festival Stage, Lower City VanDeWoestyne; Thu. thru Sat. Dr. John Pfautz; immerse yourself in study of classical performance
Fri Jul 9 thru Sun Jul 25. Park, Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.org, Thu Jul 22 thru 7:30pm, Sun. 4pm; $8-$10; for tickets, call 309-944-2244, Barn Theatre in techniques with a group of creative like minds; develop your skills in
Festival 56 Cabaret Performance, on Fridays at 10:30pm; Sun Jul 25. Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo, IL, http://www.rhplayers.com, Thu Aug 5 acting, singing, speaking verse, movement and stage combat as you
performances by the summer-stock company; $7 at the door; for Schoolhouse Rock Live! Junior Edition, musical presentation in thru Sun Aug 15. rehearse for a final public performance; culminates with attending A
information, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Main the school’s annual Heartland Festival; University of Wisconsin-Platteville, 8-Track: The Sounds of the ‘70s, with the Circa ‘21 Bootleggers, Midsummer Night’s Dream performed by the Genesius Guild in Rock
St., Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.com, Fri Jul 9 thru Fri Aug 6. 1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI; for tickets, call 608-342-1298, http:// full-length musical revue featuring the theatre’s performing wait staff; Island’s Lincoln Park; $925 includes lodging, meals, and field trips,
Beauty & the Beast, Tony-winning Disney musical, a presentation in www.uwplatt.edu/arts/heartland/, Fri Jul 23 and Sat Jul 24. on Thursdays; 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet dinner, 7:15pm show; $46.28; Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/x18998.
the school’s annual Heartland Festival; University of Wisconsin-Platteville, Godspell, beloved Stephen Schwartz musical, presented by the for tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, xml, 4pm Sat Jun 26 thru Fri Jul 2.
1 University Plaza, Platteville, WI; for tickets, call 608-342-1298, http:// City Circle Action Company of Coralville; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, Thu Aug 5 thru Hard to Believe, auditions for Jonathan Turner & Tim Stoller’s
www.uwplatt.edu/arts/heartland/, Fri Jul 9 thru Sun Aug 8. tickets, call 319-248-1750, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa Thu Aug 26. musical running Sept. 10-19, directed by Tom Morrow; for information,
Disney’s High School Musical Jr., one-act adaptation of the Disney City, IA, http://www.citycircle.org, Fri Jul 23 thru Sun Jul 25. Curtains, Tony-winning musical comedy, directed by Wayne Hess; call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL,
hit, performed by the Showboat’s intern cast; $15; for information and Nunsense, the original habit-forming musical comedy; Fri. & Sat. Thu. thru Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $9-$15; for tickets, call 309-762-6610, http://www.playcrafters.com, 7pm Sun Jul 11 thru Tue Jul 13.
tickets, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, 7pm, Sun 2pm; $8-$15; for tickets and information, call, Ohnward Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Jersey Boys Broadway Camp: Triple Threat Musical Theater
http://www.clintonshowboat.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 10 and Sun Jul 11. Fine Arts Center, 1215 E Platt St., Maquoketa, IA, http://www. Moline, IL, http://www.qcmusicguild.com, Fri Aug 6 thru Sun Aug 15. Intensive, for ages 14-19; led by cast & crew members of “Jersey Boys”;
The Nerd, farcical comedy by Larry Shue; for tickets and information, ohnwardfineartscenter.com, Fri Jul 23 thru Sun Jul 25. Omar!, family comedy with the Showboat’s intern staff; Fri. 1pm, the camp focuses on the triple threat of musical theater – acting, singing,
call 815-879-5656, PHS Council Auditorium, 103 S Euclid Ave, Princeton, Moon Over Buffalo, farcical show-biz comedy by Ken Ludwig; for Sat. noon; $5; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton
18 and dancing – featuring master classes with the professionals, as well
as audition techniques, professional headshots, and once-in-a-lifetime email [email protected], Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave.,
networking opportunities; participants will be expected to have a Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, thru Sun Oct 31. by Mike Schulz

monologue and song prepared; auditions are not required to participate 2nd Friday Dinner, on Fridays; $6; featuring Whole Deep Fried
in the camp; however, previous training or experience is necessary; Catfish; for information, call 563-355-8528, V.F.W. Post 9128, 2902 State
[email protected]
Stage (Dumb)Struck: Summer Theatre in

$375 includes a ticket to the July 8 matinee performance, Civic Center St, Bettendorf, IA, http://home.mchsi.com/~vfwpost9128/, 5:30pm thru
of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, http://www. Fri Dec 10.
civiccenter.org, 9am Mon Jul 12 thru Fri Jul 16. VFW Post 9128 Saturday Breakfast, on the second Saturday of
the Quad Cities and Surrounding Areas

Shakespeare Workshop Camp for Adults, led by Andrew Wade, the month; 2 eggs (any way) or pancakes, bacon, sausage, hash browns,
former Head of Voice for London’s Royal Shakespeare Company; toast, juice, and coffee for $6; for information, call 563-355-8528, V.F.W.
immerse yourself in the craft of Shakespearean language, with particular Post 9128, 2902 State St, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30am thru Sat Dec 11.
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focus on “Romero & Juliet” and “Macbeth”; $200; for information, call 3rd Friday Dinner, on the third Friday of the month; $7; featuring
563-326-7862, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport, Grilled Ham Steak; for information, call 563-355-8528, V.F.W. Post 9128, s with summer movies, the area’s extravaganza Dames at Sea (July 9 through 17),
IA, http://www.davenportjuniortheatre.com, 6pm Mon Jul 26 thru Fri 2902 State St, Bettendorf, IA, http://home.mchsi.com/~vfwpost9128/,
Jul 30. thru Fri Dec 17
summer-theatre scene – featuring, at Larry Shue’s popular farce The Nerd (July 13
Children’s Theater Camp: The Jungle Book, 9am-4pm (Mon-Thu) 4th Friday Dinner, on the fourth Friday of the month; $7; featuring last count, a whopping 68 productions through 18), Yasmina Reza’s artful Tony winner
& 9am-6:30pm (Fri), for ages 6-18; provides young artists an opportunity Hot Roast Beef Sandwiches; for information, call 563-355-8528, scheduled by 22 organizations – is jam-
to explore their talents and skills as musical theater actors and directors V.F.W. Post 9128, 2902 State St, Bettendorf, IA, http://home.mchsi.
Art (July 20 through 25), Ken Ludwig’s show-biz
in a full-scale, professionally supported production; morning workshops com/~vfwpost9128/, 5:30pm thru Fri Dec 24. packed with escapist fare: musicals, comedies, spoof Moon Over Buffalo (July 23 through 29),
further their understanding of theater and while developing their acting Bible Prophecy, weekly fellowship on Saturdays; for information, mysteries, musical-comedy mysteries. But like and Lynn Ahrens’ and Stephen Flaherty’s non-
skills; afternoon sessions will be rehearsals of “The Jungle Book” with e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd Street,
Missoula Children’s Theatre directors for an Aug. 20 performance starring Davenport, IA, 2pm thru Sat Dec 25. the random art-house release that manages to musical comedy mystery Lucky Stiff.
the campers; $200; no previous experience necessary, Civic Center Women’s Bible Study, Mondays at 7pm; weekly fellowship; for sneak into Hollywood’s blockbuster-centric Geneseo’s Richmond Hill Barn Theatre,
of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, http://www. information, e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd
civiccenter.org, 9am Mon Aug 16 thru Fri Aug 20. Street, Davenport, IA, thru Mon Dec 27. season, this summer will also feature occasional meanwhile, serves up a trio of comedies in
Zoroasterian Praises, Mondays at 2pm; weekly fellowship; for dramas and classical works, plus no less than Dennis R. Andersen’s cheeky romance Funny
information, e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd
Street, Davenport, IA, thru Mon Dec 27. four Pulitzer Prize-winners – five, if you count Valentines (June 3 through 13), Rick Abbot’s
Quran Recital, Tuesdays at 2pm; weekly fellowship; for information, one of them being produced at two separate crime farce A Turn for the Nurse (July 8 through
e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd Street,
Performances Davenport, IA, thru Tue Dec 28.
venues. 18), and Christmas Belles (August 5 through
Debby’s School of Dance Presents “When I See My Name Torah Recital, Tuesdays at 10am; weekly fellowship; for information, The Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, in fact, 15), a follow-up to 2008’s riotous Richmond Hill
in Lights”, $6-$18 at the door; for information, call 309-673-8900, e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd Street,
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www. has two of those Pulitzer recipients lined up for outing Dearly Beloved, with that production’s
Davenport, IA, thru Tue Dec 28.
peoriaciviccenter.com, 7pm Fri May 28. Davenport Farmers’ Market, Saturdays 8am-1pm, Tuesdays 3-6pm; its 2010 season – Jonathan Larson’s beloved rock cast members – every last one of ’em – reuniting
Ballroom with the QC Celebrities, annual event featuring
dance routines with noted Quad Citians; $20; for tickets, call 563-
open all year, indoors and out, Davenport Farmers’ Market at the Freight musical Rent (June 3 through 13) and Stephen for the sequel.
House, 421 West River Drive, Davenport, IA, http://www.localharvest.org,
326-8820, Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www. thru Tue Dec 28. Sondheim’s Seurat-inspired masterpiece Sunday Iowa City will have plenty to offer audiences
thecapdavenport.com, 8pm Fri Jun 4.
Kim’s Academy of Dance Presents “Extra! Extra! Dance All About
Buddha Meditation, Wednesdays at 8pm; weekly fellowship; for in the Park with George (August 12 through 22) in the summer of ’10, with the Englert Theatre
It!”, $9; for information, call 309-682-8277, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Street, Davenport, IA, thru Wed Dec 29. – while the rest of its mainstage fare consists hosting the Young Footliters’ kiddie-gangster
Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriaciviccenter.com, 6:30pm “merely” of a trio of Tony Award winners:
Sat Jun 5.
Tao Application, Wednesdays at 7pm; weekly fellowship; for musical Bugsy Malone (August 13 through 15),
Ballet Under the Stars, annual outdoor presentation by Ballet Quad Street, Davenport, IA, thru Wed Dec 29.
Michael Frayn’s backstage farce Noises Off and the annual Riverside Theatre Shakespeare
Cities; free, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www. Krsna Adoration, on Fridays; weekly fellowship; for information, (June 17 through 27), the Tom Sawyer/Huck Festival (also) producing Love’s Labour’s Lost
balletquadcities.com, 8pm Fri Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 13. e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd Street,
Classes & Ongoing Events Davenport, IA, 8pm thru Fri Dec 31.
Finn musical Big River (July 29 through August (June 11 through July 11) in repertory with
Ballroom Dancing, on the first Wednesday of the month; Shiva Meditation, on Fridays; weekly fellowship; for information, 8), and perhaps the most appropriate title the that feel-good romance Romeo & Juliet (June
incorporating waltzes, foxtrots, nightclub two-steps, rumbas, boleros, e-mail [email protected], One Library, 230 W. 3rd Street, Showboat has ever produced in Jerome Kern’s
and more, mixed with cha-chas, hustles, West & East Coast swing, Davenport, IA, 7pm thru Fri Dec 31.
18 through July 10), plus the theatre’s Young
American tangos, sambas, salsas, and others; actual dancing, no lessons; VFW Post 9128 Friday Night Dinner, on Fridays; steaks, fish, and Oscar Hammerstein’s Show Boat (July 15 People’s Company delivering their take on the
$6; for information, call Billy at 309-753-1961, Moline Club, 513 1/2 16th burgers, and other dinners served, starting at $5.99 & up; whole catfish through 25). Meanwhile, the summer-stock Bard’s gender-bending comedy Twelfth Night
St., Moline, IL, http://www.meetup.com/soda/, 7pm thru Wed Dec 1. $6 on the 2nd Fr. of the month; ham steak $7 on the 3rd Fri. of the
A. Rhythmic Time Dance Lessons, private and group lessons month; for information, call 563-355-8528, V.F.W. Post 9128, 2902 State company’s interns will stage weekly shows (July 22 through 25).
available in swing, ballroom, hip-hop, Latin, tango, and more; for St, Bettendorf, IA, 5:30pm thru Fri Dec 31. just for the kids (Goldi & Little Red, Hansel & Neighboring Coralville will find its City
information, call 309-786-4800, A. Rhythmic Time Dance Studio, 5447 Quilting by the River, For information, contact Pat Biskie at 309-
3rd Ave. Unit B, Moline, IL, http://www.arhythmictime.com, thru Fri 523-2171., River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www. Gretel, and Omar!, alternating Saturdays June Circle Acting Company bringing a comic strip
Dec 31. rivervalleylibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu May 27. 19 through August 21) and presentations of to life in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
A. Rhythmic Time Social Dance, on Thursdays, with the dance Founders Day Celebration, event honors ancestors who were
studio students; for information, call 309-786-4800, A. Rhythmic German American immigrants to the region over a century ago; with
Disney’s High School Musical Jr. (July 10 and (June 11 through 20) and a Stephen Schwartz
Time Dance Studio, 5447 3rd Ave. Unit B, Moline, IL, http://www. emcee Mayor Bill Gluba, former Mayor Mark Schwieber speaking, 11), with guest actor Jim Post performing the classic to the stage in Godspell (July 25 through
arhythmictime.com, 8pm thru Fri Dec 31. and bagpipe music by Derek Grant; program includes the German one-man Mark Twain & the Laughing River on
Learn to Dance the Arthur Murray Way, teaching dance to the and American National Anthems sung by Henry Storjohann and Dale 25). Anamosa’s Starlighters Theatre gives
world for 97 years; first lesson free; mention this notification and save Dammann; free; bring lawn chairs; for information, call 563-322-8844, Tuesdays, June 8 through August 10. audiences a reunion with Ol’ Blue Eyes in My
up to 25%; for information, call 563-326-4321, Arthur Murray Dance Davenport City Cemetery, 1625 Rockingham Rd., Davenport, IA, http:// That’s 10 summertime productions right Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra (July
Studios, 221 1/2 Brady St, Davenport, IA, http://www.arthurmurray.com, www.gahc.org, 9:30am Sat May 29.
thru Fri Dec 31. UFC 114: Rampage v Evans, for information, call 563-359-1015, there. And another eight come courtesy of 30 through August 8). Maquoketa’s Ohnward
Adult Tap and Jazz Dance, beginners classes for those over 16, http://www.myspace.com/uptownneighborhoodbar, Sat May 29. Mt. Carroll’s Timber Lake Playhouse, which Fine Arts Center brings the nonsecular wit of
with professional dancer Stacy Poole; $40/month; for information, call Quad City Black Music Conference Fashion Show, featuring
309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL, the latest in hip-hop looks and musical performances by three will offer its own fare for young audiences in the original Nunsense (July 25 through 25), plus
http://www.center4living.com, 7pm Mon May 31. headlining hip-hop acts; $5 donation, free for ages 13 & under; for Charlotte’s Web (July 6 through 10) and The a pair of one-day-only productions: the family-
Summer Dance Classes, register for six-week courses for all ages; information, call Tiana Washington at 563-940-6831, Rogalski Center
$52.50, for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s Performing Arts - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Bridge to Terabithia (August 3 through 7), plus friendly The Amazing Adventures of Robinson
Studio and Resale Store, 1303 30th St., Rock Island, IL, Thu Jul 8. theblackmusicconference.com, 12pm Sun May 30. a mainstage sextet boasting music, laughs, Crusoe (August 14) and the dramatic musical
Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio Summer Camp, learn how 45th Annual Modern Woodmen Bank Quad Cities Criterium,
to pull off a successful audition; for information, call 309-794-1410, annual race featuring competitive men and women riders from novice
and tears: the sizzling Fosse-Fosse-Fosse!-ness romance Love Comes Softly (August 22).
Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio and Resale Store, 1303 30th St., Rock to professional; Big Wheel and Tricycle races for kids ages 2 to 5, bicycle of Chicago (June 3 through 13), the Southern Iowa’s Amana Colonies will house a quartet
Island, IL, 9:30am Tue Jul 13 and Wed Jul 14. races for kids ages 6 to 10, the “Bike Rodeo” for kids safety, a wide humor and heartbreak of Steel Magnolias (June
Sunday Afternoon Social Dance w/ the Ken Paulsen Quartet, variety of foods and activities for families and children, bicycling-related of entertainments at the Old Creamery Theatre:
$10; membership is not required; no smoking, plenty of free parking, products, memorabilia, and more; free; for information, call 309-788- 17 through 27), Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Neil Simon’s Tony-winning farce Rumors (June
handicap accessible; for information, call 563-359-7177, Viking Club of 6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http://www. timeless Oklahoma! (July 1 through 11), taxes 3 through July 3), the Minnesota music and
Moline, 1450 41st Street, Moline, IL, 3pm Sun Aug 22. quadcitiescriterium.com, 8am Mon May 31.
made hilarious in Love, Sex, & the IRS (July 15 comedy of A Don’t Hug Me County Fair (July

Fall Dance Classes, register for 6-week classes for all ages; $52.50; Oakdale Memorial Cemetery Memorial Day Event, for
for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio information, call 563-324-5121, Oakdale Memorial Cemetery, 2501 through 25), the Tony-winning (and previously 15 through August 15), patriotic cross-dressing
and Resale Store, 1303 30th St., Rock Island, IL, Mon Aug 30. Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, Mon May 31.
50+ Wii Bowling League, register by June 2 for league that meets referenced) musical-comedy mystery Curtains with the quick-change artists of Red, White, &
every other week on Fridays, June 4 through July 30; refreshments (July 29 through August 8), and a hysterical Tuna (August 19 through September 5), and the
provided at each session, prizes for weekly and overall league
accomplishments; for information, call 563-344-4187, Bettendorf
musical with – as you’ll soon see – this children’s-book fun of Miss Nelson Is Missing
WQPT Online Auction, featuring nearly 100 items, including a
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. summer’s most omnipresent title, The 25th (July 31 through August 14). And Theatre
bettendorflibrary.com, 10am Wed Jun 2. Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (August 12
variety of trips, restaurant gift certificates, services and PBS items, WQPT-
Healing Service, an evening of ministering to the hurting in our Cedar Rapids wraps up its 2009-10 season with
TV, Moline, IL, http://www.wqpt.org, thru Tue Jun 8. through 22).
Main Street Farmers Market, Thursdays from 2-6pm; located in the
community; for information, call 563-322-2959, Christian Center Church, the growing-more-legendary-by-the-day Rent
2103 West Third Street, Davenport, IA, 6:30pm Wed Jun 2. Elsewhere in Illinois, but outside the Quad
700 block of 15th Avenue; vendors selling produce, plants, art, and more;
2010 Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference, in the Exhibit Hall; (July 9 through 25). The first production in the
for information, contact Kara Fedje at [email protected], Downtown
2-8:30pm on Wednesday, 8:30am-8:30pm on Thursday and Friday, Cities, Galesburg’s Orpheum Theatre also hosts theatre’s 2010-11 season, by the way? The 25th
East Moline, East Moline, IL, thru Thu Sep 30.
Milan’s Homegrown Farmer’s Market on the Square, Wednesdays
and 8:30am-noon on Saturday; for registration information, visit IGRC. the Tony-winning Spelling Bee (August 20 Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee!
org, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.
2:30-6:30pm; dozens of local producers selling homegrown fruits,
peoriaciviccenter.com, Wed Jun 2 thru Sat Jun 5. through 22), while Princeton’s summer-stock Yet those hoping to catch the show prior to
vegetables, plants, and baked goods, and local artisans with a wide
variety of handmade crafts; for information, call 309-756-9978, Rock
Riverine Walk: Modern Woodmen Ballpark, led by Stephanie organization Festival 56 offers a full seven September – and closer to home, to boot – will
Brown, QC River Bandits; learn the history of the ballpark, improvements
Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
made since 2007, and how they utilize the ballpark for non-traditional productions over less than seven weeks: the have their chance when Davenport’s Harrison
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, thru Wed Oct 27.
Quad City Botanical Center Market, Sundays 1-5pm; local vendors
events; dress for the weather; Wed. 6:30pm & Sat. 9am; $5, free for endearing boy-band musical Forever Plaid (June Hilltop Theatre stages Spelling Bee August 12
River Action members; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail
with a variety of items in the circle drive and parking lot; free; if you are
[email protected], Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
25 through July 3), Shakespeare’s Love’s Labour’s
interested in becoming a vendor, call Megan at 309-794-0991 x 25 or
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guided walking tours of the park, German food and refreshments, and
more; for information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-
322-5489, Schuetzen Park Historic Site, 700 Waverly Rd, Davenport, IA,
http://www.SchuetzenPark.info, 10:30am Sat Jun 12.
Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed Jun 2 and Sat Jun 5. Heart of Illinois Bird Club Sponsoring Bird Show and Fair, exotic
Network @ Night: Granite City, network with over 100 young birds, toys, millet, bird seed, perches, cages, nest boxes, accessories, and
professionals; light appetizers and a cash bar; $10, free for Young more; for information, call 309-645-7773 or e-mail balu716@yahoo.
Professionals of the Quad Cities members; to register, call 309-757-5416, com or [email protected], Grand Hotel, 4400 N.
Granite City, 5270 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, https://www.tibp.com/ Brandywine Dr., Peoria, IL, Sat Jun 12.
cgi-bin/foxweb.dll//wlx/cal/wlxProfile?caleid=162&action=register&cc=I Family Game Day & Pizza Party, play old-fashioned games like
QCCCOM, 5:30pm Thu Jun 3. Monopoly, Clue, and checkers while enjoying pizza and lemonade; free;
Wild, Wild (Mid)West Pub Crawl, 8pm at the Paddlewheel, 9:15 for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
at Fumbles, 10:30pm at Sports Fan, 11:45pm at Purgatory’s Pub; drink Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 11am
specials include $3 Captain Morgan and $2 Bud products; tickets sold at Sat Jun 12.
the Paddlewheel from 8-9pm - $8 at the door; for information, call 563- Effigy Mounds Bird Walk, Dennis Carter of the Upper Iowa Chapter
344-9646, 8pm Thu Jun 3. of the National Audubon Society will lead a 2-hour walk around the park
All-Iowa Shriners Weekend, featuring live music, a parade, a wine grounds; view a colorful display of warblers, vireos, and thrushes; wear
tasting, a brewery tour, Shrine Bowl & Hospital Awareness booths; sturdy shoes and bring binoculars, a pencil (checklists will be provided),
proceeds benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children; for information, call and water for the hike; beginning to expert birders welcome; for
563-386-2526 or e-mail [email protected], Amana Colonies, 622 information, call 563-873-3491, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151
46th Avenue, High Amana, IA, Fri Jun 4 and Sat Jun 5. Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, http://www.nps.gov/efmo, 10am Sat Jun 12.
LeClaire’s Annual Garage Sale Days, if you would like to participate Trinity Farmers’ Market, Saturdays 8am-noon, Mondays 3-6pm;
and list your garage sale on the LeClaire city map, contact Donna Walley fresh produce, plants, homemade pies, meats, jellies, and jams, Trinity
at [email protected]; list your name, address, the start and Bettendorf, 4500 Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.trinityqc.
ending time of your sale, the day(s) and date(s) you want to participate, com, Sat Jun 12 thru Sat Oct 30.
and items you will be selling, Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, http:// Family Homecoming: A Juneteenth Event, presented with
www.visitleclaire.com, Fri Jun 4 and Sat Jun 5. the Afro-American Heritage Center; featuring a showing of “Goin’ to
Bark in the Park, agility demonstrations, canine first aid, vendors, Chicago,” a short film about the movement north by black families;
guests from the Rock Island Police Department K-9 Unit, prizes awarded information provided on how to research your own family using library
in the talent show, a dog disc competition, a fashion show, and more; resources; share stories with the Center’s “Memoirs of Mississippi”
for information, call 309-732-7275, Hasselroth Park, Rock Island, IL, 10am project; for information, call 309-732-7303, Rock Island Public Library
Sat Jun 5. - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://rockislandlibrary.org, 5pm
“Pickers” Weekend and Collectibles Show, meet the stars of Wed Jun 16.
“American Pickers” and enter to win a lunch or dinner with Mike, Riverine Walk: The Treasure of Mississippi Blufflands, led by Eric
Frank, and Danielle; find out what your treasures are worth from Terri Anderson, Natural Land Institute; discussion of hill prairies and forested
Applegate, a certified appraiser and owner of LeClaire Antiques & potions of the bluffs, and an explanation of Natural Land Institute’s
Appraisals; special giveaways, kids games, contests, music, and more, role in assisting landowners in protecting the bluffs; meeting place to
Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, http://www.visitleclaire.com, Sat Jun 5. be announced; dress for the weather; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat 9am; $5, free
Benefit for Keigan, fundraiser for 1-year-old who will need two for River Action members; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail
heart surgeries in quick succession; featuring live music by the Karry [email protected], River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA,
Outz, Tri-Polar Express, Seven, Mr. Bill & Tim, Tennessee, Russ Reyman, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed Jun 16 and Sat Jun 19.
Quad City Vocal Students, and other guests, a ball-in-hand, double- Sturgis Mississippi River Motorcycle Rally, annual motorcycle
elimination pool tournament, bake sale, 50/50 raffles, food, and more, festival, featuring races, vendors, live music, the Scooter Girls
The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust, Davenport, IA, 1pm Sun Jun 6. competition, special guests, and more, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds,
QC Pride Fest Street Festival, on 2nd Street in the Rainbow District; 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, http://www.downtowndavenport.com,
local bands and entertainment, commercial and nonprofit vendor Wed Jun 16 thru Sat Jun 19.
booths, door prizes, food, drinks, and fun; $3; for information, call 563- Bus Trip: Heavenly Hostas!, tours of the New Melleray Abbey
324-8281, Downtown Davenport, IA, http://www.qcpride.org, 1pm home of the Trappist Monks in Peosta, IA, Saint Francis Xavier Basilica in
Sun Jun 6. Dyersville, IA, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Dubuque, IA, and
Brucemore in Bloom, specialty tour in which Brucemore garden the Dubuque Arboretum’s Hosta Garden; meals included; $79-$89; for
staff will trace the development of the formal garden and grounds from information, call Beth at 309-794-0991 x 30 or e-mail [email protected],
the original plan conceived by O.C. Simonds; learn about the integration Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
of function, recreation, and entertainment in Mrs. Douglas’ vision for qcgardens.com, Thu Jun 17.
the country estate in the 1930s; view current plants and landscape 11th Annual Quad Cities Triathlon, participants begin the day by
techniques that help preserve the historically accurate design by swimming Lake of the Hills, then bike a 15-mile trek and return to West
Simonds; Tue. & Thu. 6pm, Sat 9:30am; $7-$10; for information and to Lake Park to finish with a run; a spectator event only; for information, call
reserve, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore’s Garden House, 224 Crescent 563-328-3280., West Lake Park, 110th Ave, Davenport, IA, http://www.
St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.brucemore.org, Tue Jun 8 thru Sat qctriathlon.com, 7am Sat Jun 19.
Jun 12. Juneteenth Festival, annual celebration of African-American
Riverine Walk: Canoe/Kayak Nahant Marsh, led by Mik culture, with programs, vendors, live music, and more, LeClaire Park,
Holgersson, River Action Environmental Specialist; explore the natural River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://www.downtowndavenport.
wonders of the wetlands of Nahant Marsh by canoe or kayak; limited com, Sat Jun 19.
class size and rentals available; dress for the weather; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat Popular Astronomy Club: View the Night Sky, look for Venus,
9am; $5, free for River Action members; for information, call 563-322- Saturn, the Hercules Cluster, and the Ring Nebula with the portable
2969 or e-mail [email protected], Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello observatory; free, Niabi Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd., Coal Valley, IL, 7pm Sat Jun
Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed Jun 9 and Sat 19.
Jun 12. Radish Healthy Living Fair, see/taste/touch/experience the natural
2nd Fiddle Sale - Preview Party, sponsored by Volunteers for foods, products, resources and services from throughout eastern
Symphony; buy from an enormous selection of furniture, home Iowa and western Illinois that are dedicated to improving their health,
furnishings, antiques, jewelry, furs, clothing, books, toys, games, sports environment and world, Freight House, 421 W River Dr, Davenport, IA,
equipment, collectibles, and art pieces; for information, call 563-322- http://www.trinityqc.com, 8am Sat Jun 19.
0931, 3568 Brady Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcsymphony.com, Ride the River - A Father’s Day Bike Ride, features a loop around
Thu Jun 10. Arsenal Island from the Government Bridge; kids ride free with a paying
Miss Iowa Scholarship Pageant: Preliminaries to the Miss adult; for information, call 563-322-RIDE, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
America Pageant, proceeds benefit the Miss Iowa Scholarship Program; Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Sun Jun 20.
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, Riverine Walk: Clock Tower Tours, learn the history about the use
http://missiowa.com, 7pm Thu Jun 10 thru Sat Jun 12. of the building when it was built as the first building to be a part of the
2nd Fiddle Sale, sponsored by Volunteers for Symphony; buy from Rock Island Arsenal; learn how the building has changed and what it is
an enormous selection of furniture, home furnishings, antiques, jewelry, used for today; climb to the top of the tower to see the inner workings
furs, clothing, books, toys, games, sports equipment, collectibles, and art of the clock (six large flights of stairs); dress for the weather; $5, free
pieces; for information, call 563-322-0931, 3568 Brady Street, Davenport, for River Action members; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail
[email protected], Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL, http://
IA, http://www.qcsymphony.com, Fri Jun 11.

Rummage Sale for CROP, all proceeds go to CROP; for information, www.riveraction.org, Sun Jun 20.
call 563-263-9250, First Christian Church - Muscatine, 700 Kindler Ave., Whitey’s Cones for Kids Day, half of all cone sales benefit the
Muscatine, IA, 9am Fri Jun 11 thru Sat Jun 12. services of Bethany for Children & Families; for information, contact
Knuckle Draggers Scooter Show, second-annual event in which Katie Nelson at 309-736-6644 or [email protected], http://www.
Vintage Scooters line the streets of LeClaire, Downtown LeClaire, bethany-qc.org, Mon Jun 21.
LeClaire, IA, http://www.visitleclaire.com, Fri Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 13. Network @ Noon: Community Leaders Roundtable, engage in
Family Resources DOVE Fill the Truck, help fill the truck with items dynamic conversations with over 15 Quad-City community leaders;
needed by the Quad-City Domestic Violence Shelter of Family Resources, scheduled to appear: Mayor Dennis Pauley, City of Rock Island;
Inc., Hy-Vee Devils Glen, 2900 Devils Glen Rd, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. Stephanie Acri, Evans Manufacturing; Jim Russell, Russell Construction;
famres.org, 9am Sat Jun 12. Joe Slavens, Northwest Bank & Trust; Randy Moore, Iowa American
Moondance, a night of live music, silent auction, food & cash bar, Water Company; Bill Stoermer, Exelon Nuclear; Barbara VenHorst, Junior
with all proceeds benefiting the Karli Rose Kell Music Scholarship Fund; Achievement; Dave Green, Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center; Rick
$10-$15; for information, contact Ellis Kell at 326-1333 ext. 113 or e-mail Baker, Illinois Quad City Chamber of Commerce; Tara Barney, Iowa Quad
[email protected], The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Cities Chamber of Commerce; Jamie Loftus, St. Ambrose University; Paul
Davenport, IA, http://www.rivermusicexperience.org, 7pm Sat Jun 12. Koch, St Ambrose University; $10-$15; to register, call 309-757-5416,
New Horizons of the Quad Cities Grand Opening and Customer Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport,
Appreciation Event, for information, call Larry at 563-441-1515 or e- IA, 5:30pm Tue Jun 22.
mail [email protected], New Horizons of the Quad Cities, 2206 Riverine Walk: Explore Sylvan Island & Natural Area, led by Dr.
E. 52nd Street Suite B, Davenport, IA, http://www.nhquadcities.com, Norm Moline, Augustana College; learn the history of these interpretive
10:30am Sat Jun 12. sites including turning brownfields into recreational areas & sustainable
Schuetzen Park’s 140th Anniversary Celebration, with the Quad ecosystems; dress for the weather; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5, free for
River Action members; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail
20 City Brass Quintet & Hot Club of Davenport (Gypsy Jazz) performing,
[email protected], Sylvan Island, Moline, IL, http://www. Railroad (July 3), and Low Tides & High Ways (July 4), Riverview Park,
riveraction.org, Wed Jun 23 and Sat Jun 26. River Dr, Clinton, IA, http://www.riverboatdays.org, Fri Jul 2 thru Sun

4th Annual “Young Women of Achievement” Awards, awards Jul 4.
recognizing young women between the ages of 17-23 in the Quad Cities Family Fun Day Celebration, hosted by Rock Island Parks &
community who have exhibited academic excellence, leadership and Recreation; featuring the annual Recycled Float Races beginning at 9am;
outstanding community service; awards will be presented to Michelle for information, call 309-732-7275, Sunset Park, 18th Ave & Sunset Rd,
Bollaert, Allie Clark, Katie Felt, Petra Hahn, Krista Helling, Kaylyn Maher, Rock Island, IL, 9am Sat Jul 3.
Sarah McKay, Bryanna McManus, Red, White, & Boom!, bi-state
and Asha Pangrazio; with a keynote fireworks show will launch from the
presentation by Mary Grace river with primary viewing areas
Herrington, CEO of Iowa Public and family activities located in Rock
Radio; $25; for information and to Island and Davenport; 6pm activities,
register, call 309-631-0167, Rogalski 9:30pm fireworks; for information, call
Center - St. Ambrose University, 309-788-6311, http://www.ridistrict.
518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, com, 5pm Sat Jul 3.
http://www.asktwc.com, 12pm Bettendorf Old-Fashioned
Thu Jun 24. 4th of July, Veterans Memorial Park
Garden Party at the Quad City Bandshell, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
Botanical Center, savory culinary downtowndavenport.com, Sun Jul 4.
dishes provided by the area’s Riverine Walk: What Did the
top chefs, music, a silent auction, Cynthia Sayer & Sparks Fly River Look Like 200 Years Ago?,
and more; discount available led by Dr. Reuben Heine, Augustana
for early ticket sales before June
11; for information and tickets, Music College; local history and pre-history
of the river and Quad Cities area, river
call 309-794-0991, ext. 30, Quad Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival navigation, & past and present river
City Botanical Center, 2525 4th development; Wed. 6:30pm & 9am;
Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www. Downtown Davenport $5, free for River Action members;
qcgardens.com, 6pm Thu Jun 24.
TWC Young Women of Thursday, July 22, through Sunday, July 25 for information, call 563-322-2969
or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.
Achievement Luncheon, The org, Sunset Park, 18th Ave & Sunset
D
Women’s Connection will honor Rd, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
young women ages 17-23
avenport native Bix Beiderbecke, as riveraction.org, Wed Jul 7 and Sat
from the Quad Cities who have almost no Quad Citian needs to be told, Jul 10.
shown exceptional leadership, a was one of the most celebrated and influential WWE Raw Live, with superstars
commitment to community service, including John Cena, Triple H, Randy
and academic achievement; jazz cornetists the genre has ever known. But Orton, Kofi Kingston, MVP, The Miz,
featuring a “Women in Leadership” it appears he was also a man of few words, or Sheamus and more; $17-$62; for
presentation by keynote speaker tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic
Mary Grace Herrington, CEO of at least few that have survived into the 21st Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria,
Iowa Public Radio; $25, Trinity Century; after a relatively thorough online IL, http://www.peoriaciviccenter.com,
Moline, 500 John Deere Road, 7:30pm Fri Jul 9.
Moline, IL, http://www.asktwc.com,
hunt for notable Beiderbecke quotes, I only Davenport Eastern Avenue
12pm Thu Jun 24. found one, and it’s not even a quote so much Branch Library Grand Opening
Thomas Jefferson Banquet, as part of a conversation: “One of the things Celebration, dedication ceremony
with guest speaker Dr. Andrew at 10:30am, with entertainment
Morgan of Easter Seals; 6pm I like about jazz, kid, is I don’t know what’s from 11am-5pm including magician
cocktails, 7pm dinner; $40; for going to happen next. Do you?” What the Rick Eugene, Harry & the Potters,
information, call 309-671-4904, the Davenport Chordbusters, and
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW musical master lacked in verbosity, though, more; free; for information, call 563-
Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http:// he clearly made up for in talent, and talent 326-7832, Davenport Public Library
www.peoriaciviccenter.com, 6pm - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern
Fri Jun 25. certainly won’t be in short supply at this Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www.
Quad City Air Show, summer’s annual Bix Beiderbecke Memorial davenportlibrary.com, 9:30am Sat
spectacular aerial performers, Jul 10.
displays, vendors, children’s
Jazz Festival, taking place at area venues Effigy Mounds Bird Walk, Dennis
activities, a Saturday night throughout Davenport from July 22 through Carter of the Upper Iowa Chapter of
performance from the Incredible 25. Two gifted local ensembles – Josh Duffee & the National Audubon Society will
Manhattan Dolls from NYC (6:30- lead a 2-hour walk around the park
9:30pm), flight simulators, and His Orchestra and the young musicians of the grounds; view a colorful display of
more; $5-$15; weekend passes Bix Beiderbecke Youth Jazz Band – are among warblers, vireos, and thrushes; wear
available; 563-285-7469, Davenport sturdy shoes and bring binoculars, a
Municipal Airport, 9010 North the performers scheduled for sets at LeClaire pencil (checklists will be provided),
Harrison Street, Davenport, IA, Park, the Clarion Hotel, the Col Ballroom, and water for the hike; beginning
http://www.iowaqcchamber.com, to expert birders welcome; for
Sat Jun 26 and Sun Jun 27.
and the Capitol Theatre, and joining them will information, call 563-873-3491, Effigy
Blossoms at Butterworth, be the nationally-recognized artists of Andy Mounds National Monument, 151
explore the gardens, tour the Schum & His Gang with Vince Giordano, the Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, http://www.
homes, enjoy music in- and nps.gov/efmo, 10am Sat Jul 10.
outdoors, play games of the Ballyhoo Foxtrot Orchestra, the Buffalo Ridge Gold Coast Blooms, featuring
1800s, view an antique auto show, Jazz Band, Cynthia Sayer & Sparks Fly with some of the area’s most beautiful
participate in family-oriented gardens, workshops with Aunt
activities, and more; for information, Randy Sandke, the Firecracker Jazz Band, Dan Rhodes, Tony Hoeppner, and The
call 309-743-2700, Butterworth Levinson’s Roof Garden Jass Band featuring Green Thumber, a Hoeppner concert
Center, 1105 8th Street, Moline, IL, in the park, vendors, food and
http://www.butterworthcenter. Jon-Erik Kellso, and the New Red Onion Jazz beverages, and more; for information,
com, 12pm Sun Jun 27. Babies, whose band name suggests that they call 563-326-2894 or e-mail pjs312@
Jewish Feast-ival, food, live q.com, Gold Coast, Davenport, IA,
entertainment, display tables,
have no choice but to wail. The festival also http://www.davenportgoldcoast.
an arts bazaar, family activities, a boasts weekend jazz seminars at the Clarion, com, 10am Sat Jul 10.
kosher hot dog eating contest, a Saturday-night concert in Bettendorf’s Riverine Walk: Explore Smith’s
a caricaturist, face painting, Island, led by Gary Swenson, Corps
Middle Park, and Sunday-morning liturgical

magicians, clowns, games and of Engineers; learn how the Corps of
activities, cultural exploration, performances at Davenport’s First Presbyterian Engineers came to own & manage
and more; $2, under 12 free; for Smith’s Island, what makes the
information, call 309-788-3426, Tri- Church, and the entire schedule of events can island unique to the Mississippi
Cities Jewish Center, 2715 30th St., be found at BixSociety.org. – Mike Schulz River, and issues on public land
Rock Island, IL, 11am Sun Jun 27. management; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am;
Riverine Walk: Hennepin $5, free for River Action members;
Canal Then and Now, led by Roald Tweet; learn about the canal�s for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail [email protected],
history and its construction which had implications that were literally Corps/Mississippi River Project Building, 25549 182nd St., Pleasant Valley,
world-wide; dress for the weather; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5, free for IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed Jul 14 and Sat Jul 17.
River Action members; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail Second Annual Blue Rose Gala, all proceeds of the Blue Rose Gala
[email protected], Lock 31 Recreation Area, 1.25 miles west off will support research at Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center; enjoy a
Hwy 67 on Big Island Road, Milan, IL, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed meal, bid on items during live and silent auctions, and learn more about
Jun 30 and Sat Jul 3. the vital research at Holden Cancer Center; the event will also feature
Friends of the Rock Island Public Library Big Book Sale, big a performance by Robert and Rebecca Bluestone, artists whose work
bargains on used books and more; proceeds benefit the library; for connects the arts to health care and healing; for information, contact
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch, Margo Jerrick at [email protected] or 319-356-1262., Iowa Elle Jewelry, Elegant and Affordable Sterling Silver Jewelry
3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 9am Memorial Union, Iowa City, IA, http://www.uihealthcare.com/bluerose,
Thu Jul 1. 6pm Fri Jul 16.
Clinton Riverboat Days, annual festival featuring carnival rides,
games, vendors, a parade, hypnotist Ray Thompson, Doc Anderson’s
Iowa City Book Festival, a three-day celebration of books,
reading and writing presented by the University of Iowa Libraries; for
1611 W Locust St. Davenport 563-326-1847
Medicine Wagon Show, a climbing wall, children’s activities, and information, contact the Iowa City Public Library Fiction Desk at 319-
bandshell concerts with the Original KISS Army (July 2), Confederate 356-5200, option 4, or [email protected], Iowa City Public Library, 123 S www.dolandjewelers.com 21
of the National Audubon Society will lead a 2-hour walk around the Plant, 5200 11th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed Aug & drinks, and more; bring lawn chairs, no coolers allowed; $5/person,
park grounds; view a colorful display of warblers, vireos, and thrushes; 18 and Sat Aug 21. $20/family; for information, call Ann at 309-314-5226 or Elaine at 309-
wear sturdy shoes and bring binoculars, a pencil (checklists will be Senior Day: Vintage Voices, local actors’ group performs two 631-3824, Cordova 3M Barn, two miles north of the drag strip, Cordova,
provided), and water for the hike; beginning to expert birders welcome; radio scripts from the 30s - 50s; refreshments provided; for information, IL, http://www.AnnsHelpingHands.org, 12pm Sat Aug 28.
for information, call 563-873-3491, Effigy Mounds National Monument, call 563-344-4187, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Friends of the Rock Island Public Library Big Book Sale, big
Linn St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.icpl.org, Fri Jul 16 thru Sun Jul 18.
151 Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. bargains on used books and more; proceeds benefit the library; for
Family Game Day & Pizza Party, play old-fashioned games like
Monopoly, Clue, and checkers while enjoying pizza and lemonade; free;
http://www.nps.gov/efmo, 10am
Sat Aug 7. Music bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu
Aug 19.
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 9am
St. Jude Telethon, in the Exhibit Antique Automobile Club of Thu Sep 2.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 11am
Hall; for information, call 309-673-
i wireless Center America Central Fall Division Meet,
Sat Jul 17.
Popular Astronomy Club: View the Night Sky, look for Eta
8900, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW June through August on the commons, in celebration
Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www. of the Mississippi Valley Region of
Cassiopeiae, M3 Globular Cluster, and the Blinking Nebula with the
T
peoriaciviccenter.com, 6:30pm Sat the Antique Car Automobile Club
portable observatory; free, Niabi Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd., Coal Valley, IL, 7pm here are a
Aug 7. of America’s 50th anniversary; with
Sat Jul 17. Improv Jam, Saturdays at 9:30pm; $5 or free with ticket purchase
David Lynch Foundation half-dozen hundreds of antique automobiles
St. Ambrose University Star Party - Night Sky Viewing, on-site 12- to regular CSz match; tickets only available at the door; for information,
Fundraising Event, featuring the on display for judging; free; for
and 14-inch telescopes will be available at the St. Ambrose S. G. Menke
premiere of “Saving the Disposable big-ticket information, contact Jack Kirik at
call 309-786-7733, ext 2, Comedy Sportz, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL,
Observatory for sky viewing; visitors are welcome to bring smaller http://www.ComedySportzQC.com, thru Sat Dec 25.
telescopes; for information, contact Dr. Robert Mitchell at 563-333-6141,
Ones,” a documentary focusing on concert events 309-791-1320 or jakirik@mchsi.
ComedySportz Minor League, Fridays at 9:30pm; $5 or free with
the work of Father Gabriel Mejia, a com, Downtown Moline, Moline, IL,
Wapsi River Environmental Center, 31555 52nd Ave., Dixon, IL, http://
catholic priest who works to rescue taking place at http://www.aaca.org/mvr, 8am Thu
ticket purchase to regular CSz match; tickets only available at the door;
www.sau.edu, sunset Sat Jul 17. for information, call 309-786-7733, ext 2, Comedy Sportz, 1818 3rd Ave.,
Harvest Bible Chapel Sunday Service, ballroom services at 9 &
children abandoned on the streets the i wireless Aug 19 thru Sat Aug 21.
Rock Island, IL, http://www.ComedySportzQC.com, thru Fri Dec 31.
in Columbia; Father Gabriel will be RiverWay 2010, activities and
11am; for information, call 309-673-8900, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW
available after the screening for a
Center this events along and in the Mississippi;
Comedy Sportz, Fridays and Saturdays at 7pm; two teams of improv
Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriaciviccenter.com, 9am Sun comics compete, and you’re the judge; $10 advance, $12 door; for
Jul 18.
Q&A; $5-$10; for information, call summer, and for information, call 563-322-
reservations, call 786-7733 extension 2, Comedy Sportz, 1818 3rd Ave.,
641-472-ARTS, Stephen Sondheim in the interest 2969, River Action, 822 E. River
Rock Island County Fair, attractions, rides, food vendors, live Rock Island, IL, http://www.ComedySportzQC.com, thru Fri Dec 31.
Center for the Performing Arts, Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.
music, races, and more; for information, call 309-796-1620, Rock Island of journalistic Tim Walkow - Brian Hicks, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm;
Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, riveraction.org, Fri Aug 20 thru Sun
County Fairgrounds, 42nd Ave. & Archer Drive, East Moline, IL, http:// $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy
rockislandcountyfair.homestead.com/, Tue Jul 20 thru Sun Jul 25.
Fairfield, IA, http://www.fairfieldacc. fairness and Aug 22.
Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/
com, Sun Aug 8. Justin Bieber Floatzilla, an attempt to break
Blue Ribbon Showcase at the Rock Island County Fair, hosted by
Harvest Bible Chapel Sunday objectivity, I will the Guinness World Record for
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.com/
the Rock Island County Extension; for information, call 309-756-9978, penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu May 27 thru Sat May 29.
ext. 13, Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 42nd Ave. & Archer Drive, East
Service, ballroom services at 9 & do my best to mention them all with the same the largest canoe and kayak raft;
Wendell Duppert - Jake Baker, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 &
11am; for information, call 309-673- participants will have to link hands,
Moline, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, Wed Jul 21.
8900, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW tone of measured enthusiasm. On June 13, the paddles, or hold on to adjacent
10pm; $7-$15; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s
Riverine Walk: Mississippi Geology, led by Dr. Jeff Strasser, Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.
Augustana College; explore Sylvan Island to learn about regional
Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www. Moline venue presents an evening with Daniel boats to create and maintain a single
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.
peoriaciviccenter.com, 9am Sun interconnected raft for 30 seconds;
bedrock geology, Midwestern glacial geology, geologic history of the
Aug 8.
O’Donnell, the beloved Irish troubadour the current record of 1,104 boats was
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jun 3 thru Sat Jun 5.
modern Mississippi River, and relevance to historical industry of the who has sold more than 10 million albums to Derek Richards - Mike Speenberg, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 &
Riverine Walk: Credit Island set on Fourth Lake, Inlet, New York
Quad Cities; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5, free for River Action members; 10pm; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s
& War of 1812, led by Karen date, while June 25 brings with it Tributefest on September 13, 2008; hosted by
for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.
Anderson, Historian; discussion of River Action Inc.; for information, call
org, Sylvan Island, Moline, IL, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed Jul 21
Credit Island Harbor, Grand Isle/ 2010: Monsters of Tribute Rock, an outdoor 563-322-2969, Sunset Marina, Rock
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.
and Sat Jul 24. com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jun 10 thru Sat Jun
39th Annual Downtown Street Fest, on 2nd Street between
Suburban Island Amusement Parks, festival featuring the music of the Rolling Island, IL, http://www.floatzilla.org,
12.
and Mississippi River migratory Sat Aug 21.
Brady & Ripley; food, live music, arts & crafts, the Video Games Etc. tent,
flyway; Wed. 6:30pm & Sat. 9am; $5, Stones, Aerosmith, AC/DC, and Bon Jovi. German-Wends Cultural
Ron Feingold - Erik Allen, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm;
& family fun; Fri. 10am-midnight, Sat. 9am-midnight; for information, $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy
e-mail [email protected] or call Marcy at 563-823-2667,
free for River Action members; for Tween heartthrob Justin Bieber, performing Festival, a full day of Wendish
information, call 563-322-2969 or cultural demonstrations, music,
Downtown Davenport, IA, http://www.downtowndavenport.com, Fri
e-mail [email protected],
with special guest Sean Kingston, takes the i dancing, and more; $55-$68; for
Jul 23 and Sat Jul 24. penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jun 17 thru Sat Jun 19.
QC-Times Bix 7 Race, annual event featuring competitors from
Credit Island, Davenport, IA, http:// wireless stage on July 2, with country-music information, call 563-322-8844,
Laughter Relief 2010, with headliner DeRay Davis, guests including
www.riveraction.org, Wed Aug 11 superstar Brad Paisley – appearing in concert German American Heritage Center,
around the world; for information, call 563-322-1706, Downtown CoCo and Cool Aide, and host Martini Harris; $25-$30; for tickets, call
and Sat Aug 14. 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://
Davenport, Davenport, IA, http://www.downtowndavenport.com, Sat with guests Darius Rucker and Justin Moore 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
Tug Fest, annual tug-of-war www.gahc.org, Sat Aug 21.
Jul 24. adlertheatre.com, 8pm Fri Jun 18.
The Golden Dragons Chinese Acrobats, amazing and frequently
across the Mississippi River, with – bringing his H20 World Tour to Moline on Garden Celebration, for
Whacked at Da Wedding, interactive mystery-comedy with the It’s
live music, vendors, entertainment, information, call 309-756-9978, ext.
gravity-defying feats of strength, agility, and contortion; $7.50-$15 & up;
children’s activities, and more; July 17. Another pair of multi-platinum-selling 13, Rock Island County Extension,
a Mystery troupe; $35/dinner & show; for reservations, call 563-676-6308
for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. or visit http://www.skellingtonmanor.com, Skellington Manor Banquet
Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www.theorpheum.org, 7pm Sat Jul 24.
LeClaire Riverfront, LeClaire, IA, country artists, Toby Keith and Trace Adkins, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://
& Event Center, 420 18th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.itsamysteryqc.
http://www.downtowndavenport. www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland,
Trip to German Fest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, $55-$68; for
com, Fri Aug 13 and Sat Aug 14. is set to hit the Quad Cities on August 26. And Wed Aug 25.
com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 18.
information, call 563-322-8844, German American Heritage Center, 712 “The Fourth City” Comedy Group, comedy-troupe performance
W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.org, Sat Jul 24.
Living Lands & Waters Xstream finally, on July 7 ... oh my God it’s Star Wars! In Riverine Walk: Davenport’s
in the style of the Second City of Chicago and “Saturday Night Live”; for
Cleanup, annual cleanup event River Vision 2010, led by Steve
Riverine Walk: Pre-Civil War Village of East Davenport, led by
hosted by River Action, 822 E. River
concert!!! It’
s this huge multimedia event with a Ahrens, Levee Improvement
information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave,
Karen Anderson, Historian; discussion of the Civil War-era Sioux Indian full symphony playing John Williams music from Commission; see Davenport’s Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Fri Jun 18, Fri Jul 16, Fri
Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.
graveyard in the “Big Woods of Camp McClellan”; Wed. 6:30pm & Sat. Aug 20.
downtowndavenport.com, Sat all six Star Wars films, and footage from the RiverVision Plan firsthand; hear
9am; $5, free for River Action members; for information, call 563-322- “The Fourth City” Comedy Group, comedy-troupe performance
Aug 14. about the latest riverfront projects
2969 or e-mail [email protected], Prospect Terrace Park,
St. Ambrose University Star movies played on a three-story-tall screen! And from Centennial Park to the East
in the style of the Second City of Chicago and “Saturday Night Live”;
Mississippi St. & River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, for information, call 309-788-5433, http://www.center4living.com, Sat
6:30pm Wed Jul 28 and Sat Jul 31.
Party - Night Sky Viewing, on-site oh my God Anthony Daniels is going to provide Industrial Area and how you
Jun 19.
12- and 14-inch telescopes will be can be involved in the planning;
Great Mississippi Valley Fair, attractions, rides, food vendors, live
available at the St. Ambrose S. G. live narration! Freakin’ C-3PO himself!!! Plus, Wed. 6:30pm & Sat. 9am; $5; for
Ron Morey - Richard Reese, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm;
music, races, and more, plus concerts with Montgomery Gentry (Tue.), $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy
Kellie Pickler (Wed.), Dierks Bentley (Thu.), ZZ Top (Fri.), Eric Church (Sat.),
Menke Observatory for sky viewing; there’s gonna be an exhibit of Star Wars artifacts information, call 563-322-2969 or
visitors are welcome to bring smaller e-mail [email protected],
and Blake Shelton (Sun.); for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi
telescopes; for information, contact
on display, and behind-the-scenes videos, and Centennial Skate Park, corner of
Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, http://www.mvfair. penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jun 24 thru Sat Jun 26.
com/, Tue Aug 3 thru Sun Aug 8.
Dr. Robert Mitchell at 563-333-6141, ... ! And journalistic integrity takes another River Dr. & Warren St., Davenport,
Amateur Comedians Open Mic Night, on the last Wed. of
Wapsi River Environmental Center, hit. For more information on, and tickets to, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Wed
Riverine Walk: History of Centennial Bridge, led by Dr. Curt the month; for information, call 563-324-5233, Penguin’s Comedy
31555 52nd Ave., Dixon, IL, http:// Aug 25 and Sat Aug 28.
Roseman, Geographer; a brief overview of the bridge history and this summer’s i wireless Center events, visit Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/
www.sau.edu, 7pm Sat Aug 14. Upper Mississippi River
construction, with a discussion of the historical landscape visible from penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, 8pm Wed Jun 30.
the bridge, toll taker’s scandal of the 1950s, and lighting the arches;
Riverine Walk: Rock Island iwirelessCenter.com.– Mike Schulz Conference, annual environmental
Dwight York - Ed Zipper, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm;
Hydropower Plant, led by Timothy discussion and events; for
participants must be able and willing to walk on the bridge sidewalk; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy
Ridder, City of Rock Island; learn how information, call 563-322-2969, River
Wed. 6:30pm & 9am; $5, free for River Action members; for information, Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/
Rock Island successfully restored the hydro-electric plant on the Rock Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Thu
call 563-322-2969 or e-mail [email protected], Centennial penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.com/
River, its history, & how it benefits residents now; Wed. 6:30pm & Sat. Aug 26 and Fri Aug 27.
Bridge Visitors Center, 201 15th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www. penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jul 1 thru Sat Jul 3.
9am; $5, free for River Action members; for information, call 563-322- Old-Fashioned Family Fun Day, fundraiser for Ann’s Helping Hands
riveraction.org, Wed Aug 4 and Sat Aug 7. Don Reese - Mike Stankiwicz, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 &
2969 or e-mail [email protected], Rock Island Hydroelectric Inc.; live music, games, balloon toss, tug-o-war, three-legged races,
Effigy Mounds Bird Walk, Dennis Carter of the Upper Iowa Chapter
face-painting, watermelon-seed spitting contest, Best Pie Conest, food Continued On Page 26
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Business • Politics • Arts • Culture • Now You Know • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 17 No. 753 • May 27 - June 9, 2010
What’s Happenin’
Theatre Exhibits Music

artists – Brian Buckles, Emily Carlin,
Felicia Feldman, Andrew C. Flick, Chris
Francis, Tara M. Lange, Jess Lowenberg,
Whodunit ... the Musical 10 Years: The Brand Boeshaar Laura Martinez, Alex McClanahan, Ayla Spring Pops: The M
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse Scholarship Program and Scale: Rexroth, and Eric Wolever – will offer
the Eagles
Thursday, May 27, through Saturday, July 10 museum visitors a stunning range of styles
knocked audiences dead with her
Ceramic Forms & Photographic and moods, in an exhibit highlighting the Adler Theatre
M
successes of those who, as is stated on the Saturday, June 5, 7:30 p.m.
aking its regional debut at the dynamic vocals and comic timing in Landscapes Figge’s Web site, “are fulfilling their career
Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse,
“M
last fall’s Mid-Life! The Crisis Musical. Figge Art Museum
the mystery farce Whodunit ... the dreams of working in art-related fields.” ike, I have to ask
It’s entirely conceivable that the
Musical takes place in a Connecticut May through August Scale, meanwhile, will display the works to re-do your W
thief will be Harrison Hilltop Theatre
mansion in the summer of 1931, of Gerry Eskin, whose artist’s statement can Happenin’ article on the
L
co-founder Tristan Tapscott, whose
and finds a wealthy spinster, her et’s talk about effectively be Spring Pops concert at th
recent Rent made a killing, and
young niece, her niece’s secret beau, Art. boiled down Theatre.”
whose talents have slain Circa ’21
a Cockney maid, and an eccentric No, not the to three words: “What are you talking
crowds in such productions as Are
butler as the primary suspects in a Curtainbox “Big is best.” Jeff? I was so enthusiastic
We There Yet? and Buddy: The Buddy
murder investigation. Yet considering Theatre Showcasing his piece!”
Holly Story. And let’s not discount the
who’s been cast in director Dennis Company talents in two “A little too enthusiasti
possibility that the ultimate show-
Hitchcock’s song-and-dance production of separate media, actually ... .”
stealer will be Whodunit’s sixth and
spoof, the bigger question than Art that I’ll soon the exhibition “But, Jeff, it’s a huge ev
final cast member, Frank McClain,
“Whodunit?” might very well be be appearing in will feature mean, of course, it’s an ev
the debuting Circa ’21 actor about
“Who’s gonna steal it?” (The show, at the Village of Eskin’s large- time the Quad City Symp
whom I know absolutely nothing.
that is.) East Davenport’s scale panoramic Orchestra performs. But
As for who Whodunit’s murderer
Will it be Tom Walljasper, the Village Theatre. prints of like last May, when the o
might be, I haven’t the foggiest. But
Circa ’21 performer who previously I do, however, landscape performed the music of L
there might be an easy way to figure
committed grand larceny in the appreciate your interest. imagery – including the piece in the Zeppelin alongside a full
it out, since one of the songs is titled
theatre’s productions of Peter I’m talking about the capital-A Art to be accompanying photo, 2007’s Moab #9 band, this year’s Spring P
“It’s Harder to Move a Body Than You
Pan, Don’t Dress for Dinner, and found in two new exhibitions at the Figge – and the artist’s monumentally scaled the musicians and their g
Think” – just check the program for
The Wizard of Oz? Or maybe the Art Museum: 10 Years: The Brand Boeshaar ceramics, which, again from the Figge’s saluting another set of m
which character sings that number,
criminally appealing Elizabeth Miller, Scholarship Program, on display from May Web site, “include massive platters painted legends – The Eagles!”
and you can safely assume that he or
Walljasper’s recent co-star in Church 29 through August 15, and Scale: Ceramic with geometric designs inspired by ancient “Yes, Mike, I’m aware o
she is the killer.
Basement Ladies 2: A Second Helping Forms & Photographic Landscapes, viewable Anasazi pottery, towering columnar forms, “The event was created
Unless that song is performed
and Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor from June 5 through August 29. and massive anthropomorphic vessels conductor and arranger B
by someone, you know, who’s just
Dreamcoat? A celebration of rising stars in the whose shape is informed by Middle Eastern Havens, and features sing
moving the body. Or by the detective.
Perhaps it’ll be Autumn O’Ryan, visual-arts scene, 10 Years recognizes sarcophagi.” Which is exactly how I describe Terry Brock, Randy Jacks
Or by the corpse.
who’s been known to swipe a scene the accomplishments of 11 recipients of my own shape on Internet dating sites. I and John Hines re-creatin
I’m not being at all helpful, am I?
– or several – in such Circa ’21 the prestigious, $12,000 Brand Boeshaar can’t imagine why I’m not getting more famed Eagles sound, and
In any event, Whodunit runs at
presentations as The Full Monty, Scholarships, which Davenport resident calls. to be an incredible classic
Circa ’21 through July 10, and tickets
Oklahoma!, and Irving Berlin’s White Lillian L. Brand established in memory For more information on both of the experience, considering j
are available by calling (309)786-7733
Christmas. Or possibly returning of her late art-student nephew, William. Figge’s new exhibits and the rest of the many amazing songs The
extension 2, or visiting Circa21.com.
performer Carrie Sa Loutos, who Working in such media as oils, watercolors, museum’s summer programming, call recorded over the years!”
ceramics, and photography, the featured (563)326-7804 or visit FiggeArt.org.
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by Mike Schulz

[email protected]
Music and Dance What Else

Illinois Erin
O’Connor,
Music of Puddle of Mudd; Ballroom with the

and American
Pickers
star and
Is Happenin’
Quad Cities Celebrities; The Village performance MUSIC
People artist Danielle Friday, May 28 – Survivor. Concert
The Capitol Theatre Colby- with the rockers of “Eye of the Tiger,”
Cushman – whose “The Search Is Over,” and “High on You”
Brent Havens Friday, May 28; Friday, June 4; Saturday, June 5
k you popular local stage fame. Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention
“I know, Mike, and 20 of those
A
What’s troupe Burlesque Center (1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf).
s someone who’s enjoyed a number
June 5 songs are the problem with your Le’ Moustache, it 7:30 p.m. $25-$40. For tickets and
of stage events at Davenport’s Capitol
he Adler piece.” should be noted, information, call (800)843-4753 or visit
Theatre, I have to say that the thought of the
“What are you talking about?” made its area debut Bettendorf.IsleOfCapriCasinos.com.
venue’s imminent closing is heartbreaking.
about, “It ends with this sentence: ’So at the Capitol Friday, May 28, through Sunday,
But it feels particularly so in these final weeks,
c in that if you’re looking to take it easy earlier this year. May 30 – Summer Camp Music Festival.
especially given the wonderfully eclectic
with the new kid in town and the June 5, meanwhile, brings with it the 10th-annual event featuring on-site
entertainment lineup scheduled
ic, girl from yesterday, take it to the opening-night performance in the annual camping, more than 50 bands on six
between May 28 and June 5.
limit with the witchy woman from GLBT celebration that is QC Pride Fest, and stages, a kids’-music camp, arts and
Yet instead of being maudlin
vent! I Seven Bridges Road, or learn to let’s be honest, could there have possibly been crafts vendors, and more. Three Sisters
about this, what say we instead get
vent every be still and enjoy a peaceful easy a smarter, more enjoyable booking choice than Park (17201 Illinois 59, Chillicothe). $170-
psyched about what the Capitol
phony feeling – and maybe a tequila the Village People? In concert with openers the $350/three-day pass. For tickets and
still has to offer!
just sunrise – while you’re busy being Aphrodisiacs, this legendary ’70s dance band information, visit SummerCampFestival.
On May 28, the theatre will
orchestra fabulous at the Hotel California, will perform such unforgettable hits as “In the com.
be filled with the post-grunge exhilaration of
Led reserve one of these nights for Navy,” “Macho Man,” and “Go West,” and you Sunday, May 30 – Travis Ledoyt’s
Puddle of Mudd, the Missouri-based rockers
l rock the Spring Pops concert; I can’t may as well gets your arms limber now for what A Tribute to the King. Ledoyt and his
whose albums have thus far sold more than 7
Pops finds tell you why, but in the long run, is sure to be a wildly raucous “YMCA” sing- three-piece band re-create a 1950s Elvis
million copies, and whose singles include five
guests there’ll be no more cloudy days or along. Presley concert. Quad-Cities Waterfront
– “Blurry,” “Drift & Die,” “She Hates Me,” “Away
musical heartache tonight, and no matter So thank you, Capitol Theatre, for adding Convention Center (1777 Isle Parkway,
from Me,” and “Psycho” – that reached number
how long you live life in the fast what will no doubt be wonderful new Bettendorf). 7:30 p.m. $10-$15. For tickets
one on U.S. mainstream-rock charts. Appearing
of that ... .” lane, you’ll get over it and realize performance memories to those amassed and information, call (800)843-4753 or
with the opening musicians of Shaman’s
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Harvest, Puddle of Mudd will perform both
Brent “So you think that closer is too the venue may be closing, it’s important to Friday, June 4 – 1964: The Tribute.
classics from the band’s Come Clean era, and
gers long?” remember the immortal words of the Village Concert with the renowned Beatles-
recent hits from the group’s December release,
son, “I think that closer is too stupid.” People, “You can’t stop the music. Nobody tribute band, covering the group’s early
Volume 4: Songs in the Key of Love & Hate.
ng the can stop the music.” Okay, so it’s not the most songs through the start of the Sgt. Pepper
June 4 will find those on the Capitol stage
d it’s sure For more information on the profound sentiment in the world, but damn is era. Englert Theatre (221 East Washington
dancing the night away in 2010’s Ballroom with
cal-rock Quad City Symphony Orchestra it catchy! Street, Iowa City). 8 p.m. $32-$37. For
the Quad Cities Celebrities event, the annual
just how concert Spring Pops: The Music of For more information on these Capitol tickets and information, call (319)688-
fundraiser for Gilda’s Club of the Quad Cities.
e Eagles the Eagles, call (563)322-0931 or Theatre’s events, call (563)326-8820 or visit 2653 or visit Englert.org.
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Continued From Page 22 call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA,
http://www.englert.org, 7pm Sun May 30.
Jaws, Steven Spielberg’s classic thriller; a Young Adult Movie
Wednesday presentation; popcorn and soda provided; for information,
call 563-344-4188, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
10pm; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3pm Wed Jun 2.
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, a presentation in the Splashy
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse. Family Movie series; free popcorn; for information, call 563-285-4794m
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jul 8 thru Sat Jul 10. ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.
Larry Reeb - Ryan Budds, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm; scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Thu Jun 3.
$5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Somers Town, a screening in the Independent Film Series; United
Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/ Kingdom drama named “Best New British Feature” at the Edinburgh
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.com/ International Film Festival; free, with free popcorn and beverages, and
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jul 15 thru Sat Jul 17. a discussion afterwards; content may not be suitable for all ages; for
“The Fourth City” Comedy Group, comedy-troupe performance information, call 309-732-7303 or e-mail [email protected], Rock
in the style of the Second City of Chicago and “Saturday Night Live”; for Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://
information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm Thu Jun 3.
Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Fri Jul 16. Monday Matinee: Finding Nemo, free popcorn and a water-
DC Malone - Johnny Beener, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & themed movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
10pm; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse. davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jun 7.
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse. Midweek Matinee: Crazy Cartoons!, free popcorn and a water-
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jul 22 thru Sat Jul 24. themed movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
Amateur Comedians Open Mic Night, on the last Wed. of Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
the month; for information, call 563-324-5233, Penguin’s Comedy davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jun 9.
Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/ Thursday Theater: Surf’s Up, 2007 animated hit; for information,
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, 8pm Wed Jul 28. call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
Scott Novotny - Mike Marvell, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jun 10.
10pm; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Jesus Christ Superstar, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s & Tim Rice’s rock
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse. musical; free popcorn and lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832,
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse. Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Jul 29 thru Sat Jul 31. www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jun 11.
Pauly Shore, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm; $22-$30; for tickets and Orchestra Wives, 1942 musical featuring Glenn Miller and his band
information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, playing “Serenade in Blue,”“At Last,” and “I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo”;
Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub. with Classic Images Editor Bob King discussing Davenport’s contributions
upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub. to film history; presented by the Classic Film Society; $3 donation; for
upcoming.php, Fri Aug 6. information, call 563-391-3502, Upham Hall, 1607 W. 12th St., Davenport,
Mike Toomey - Todd Johnson, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & IA, 7pm Sat Jun 12.
10pm; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Shrek, Oscar-winning animated smash; a screening in the Summer
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse. of the Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset; refreshments
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse. provided by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and blankets, University
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Aug 12 thru Sun Aug of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
15. summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about.aspx, 8pm Sat
Bill Bauer - Tim Costello, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & 10pm; Jun 12.
$5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Sing-a-Long Saturday: The Wizard of Oz, free popcorn and a
Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/ musical with the lyrics on the screen; for information, call 563-326-7832,
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse.com/ Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Aug 19 thru Sat Aug 21. www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jun 12.
“The Fourth City” Comedy Group, comedy-troupe performance Monday Matinee: Ice Age, free popcorn and a water-themed movie
in the style of the Second City of Chicago and “Saturday Night Live”; for for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library
information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Fri Aug 20. 1pm Mon Jun 14.
Amateur Comedians Open Mic Night, on the last Wed. of The Outsiders, adaptation of S.E. Hinton’s beloved teen novel; free
the month; for information, call 563-324-5233, Penguin’s Comedy popcorn; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/ - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, 8pm Wed Aug 25. 6pm Tue Jun 15.
John Bush - Elaine Thompson, Thu 7:30pm, Fri 8pm, Sat 7:30 & Midweek Matinee: Ice Age, free popcorn and a water-themed
10pm; $5-$12; for tickets and information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.phphttp://www.qcfreighthouse. davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jun 16.
com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, Thu Aug 26 thru Sat Aug Off-Beat Independent Film Discussion, view foreign and
28. independent films, then discuss them with other film fans; free popcorn;
Wed Jun 16.
Ghostbusters, the 1984 comedy classic; free popcorn; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
Calls for Entry: The Josiah Media Festival, open to media makers 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm Thu
born on or after June 1, 1989; the festival will take place at the URBAN- Jun 17.
15 Studio in San Antonio, Texas on July 8, 9, and 10; film submissions Surprise Family Flick, suitable for all ages; free; for information, call
accepted in Narrative, Documentary, Animation, and Experimental, and 563-285-4794m ext. 223, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, http://
must not exceed 20 minutes; over $1000 in prizes will be awarded; for www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2:30pm Thu Jun 17.
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 210-736-1500, The Phantom of the Opera, film version of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
http://www.urban15.org, thru Tue Jun 1. stage musical; free popcorn and lemonade; for information, call 563-
Seeking Submissions for the Hardacre Film Festival, seeking 326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
entries for annual festival in Tipton, running Aug. 6 & 7; the festival awards http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jun 18.
films in eight categories: Best Feature Film, Best Documentary, Best Legends of Flight, aerial IMAX adventure held in conjunction with
Short Film, Best Student Film, Best Animated Film, Best Experimental the exhibit “Take Flight!”; for information, call 563-324-1933, Putnam
Film, the Troy Peters Best Iowa Film Award, and the Audience Award; $5 Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
submission discount for Iowa filmmakers, Hardacre Theatre, 112 E 5th St, putnam.org, Fri Jun 18 thru Thu Sep 2.
Tipton, IA, http://www.hardacrefilmfestival.com, thru Tue Jun 1. Forrest Gump, Best Picture winner starring Tom Hanks; a screening
Hubble 3-D, a space adventure in IMAX format, narrated by in the Summer of the Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset;
Leonardo DiCaprio; for information and showtimes, call 563-324-1933, refreshments provided by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and
Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http:// blankets, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
www.putnam.org, thru Thu Jun 17. http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about.
Shrek Forever After, sequel to the animated smashes on the IMAX aspx, 8pm Sat Jun 19.
screen; for information and showtimes, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Sing-a-Long Saturday: High School Musical, free popcorn and a
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www. musical with the lyrics on the screen; for information, call 563-326-7832,
putnam.org, thru Thu Jul 1. Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://
Call for Entry: Des Moines’ 48-Hour Film Project, thru July 19; www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jun 19.
register for annual festival & contest in which filmmakers make a short Monday Matinee: Lilo & Stitch, free popcorn and a water-themed
film - write, shoot, edit and score it - in just 48 hours over the July 23-25 movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
weekend; awards and cash prizes, with the films shown during public Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
screenings at the Fleur Cinema & Cafe on July 28 & 29; for infromation, davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jun 21.
call Sam Tuomi at 515-229-4515 or email [email protected], Fleur Midweek Matinee: Lilo & Stitch, free popcorn and a water-themed
Cinema and Cafe, 4545 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, http://www.48hourfilm. movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
com/desmoines, thru Mon Jul 19. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
Call for Entry: The Wild Rose Independent Film Festival, thru Sept. davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jun 23.
15; accepting entries for 8th annual independent-film festival, held Nov. Thursday Theater: Flushed Away, 2006 animated hit; for
4-7; accepting features and shorts by professionals, novices, and students; information, call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
for information, call 515-707-1533 or e-mail [email protected], Iowa Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu
State Historical Building, 600 E. Locust St. #2007, Des Moines, IA, http:// Jun 24.
www.ariesworks.com/, thru Thu Sep 2. Cats, DVD of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s stage musical; free popcorn and
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, film version of Shakespeare’s lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library,
26 comedy, starring Kevin Kline and Michelle Pfeiffer; $5; for information, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
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4188, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3pm Wed Jul 21.
Thursday Theater: Atlantis - The Lost Empire, 2001 animated

adventure; for information, call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf Public Library,
2pm Fri Jun 25. 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.
Footloose, hit 1984 musical, with a pre-film performance by the com, 1:30pm Thu Jul 22.
Iowa City Community Band; a screening in the Summer of the Arts Free Cabaret, Bob Fosse’s Oscar-winning musical; free popcorn and
Movie Series, beginning at sunset; refreshments provided by the Bijou lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library,
Theatre; bring lawn chairs and blankets, University of Iowa Pentacrest, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/ 2pm Fri Jul 23.
festival-menu/movie-series/about.aspx, 8pm Sat Jun 26. Sing-a-Long Saturday: Hannah Montana - The Best of Both
Sing-a-Long Saturday: The Lion King, free popcorn and a musical Worlds, free popcorn and a musical with the lyrics on the screen; for
with the lyrics on the screen; for information, call 563-326-7832, information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm
www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jun 26. Sat Jul 24.
Monday Matinee: The Princess & the Frog, free popcorn and a Twister, 1996 disaster thriller; a screening in the Summer of the
water-themed movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset; refreshments provided
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and blankets, University
www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jun 28. of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
Midweek Matinee: The Princess & the Frog, free popcorn and a summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about.aspx, 8pm
water-themed movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Sat Jul 24.
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// Finding Nemo, a presentation in the Splashy Family Movie series;
www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jun 30. free popcorn; for information, call 563-285-4794m ext. 223, Eldridge
Independent Movies at Your Library, some content may not be Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org,
suitable for children; includes popcorn, beverages, and discussion; free; 1pm Mon Jul 26.
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Monday Matinee: Surf’s Up, free popcorn and a water-themed
Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
Thu Jul 1. Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
A Chorus Line, film version of the legendary stage musical; free davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jul 26.
popcorn and lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Surprise Family Flick, suitable for all ages; free; for information,
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. call 563-285-4794m ext. 223, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA,
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jul 2. http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2:30pm Tue Jul 27.
Sing-a-Long Saturday: Annie, free popcorn and a musical with Midweek Matinee: Surf’s Up, free popcorn and a water-themed
the lyrics on the screen; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jul 3. davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jul 28.
Midweek Matinee: Shark’s Tale, free popcorn and a water-themed 48-Hour Film Project Screenings, screenings from July 23-25
movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount contest in which filmmakers make a short film - write, shoot, edit and
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. score it - in just 48 hours; vote for your favorites in contest featuring
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jul 7. more than $100 in cash and prizes; for information, call Sam Tuomi at
Thursday Theater: The Water Horse - Legend of the Deep, 2007 515-229-4515 or email [email protected], Fleur Cinema and Cafe,
fantasy adventure; for information, call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf 4545 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, http://www.48hourfilm.com/desmoines,
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. Wed Jul 28.
bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jul 8. Grease, the original high school musical; free popcorn and
Chicago, Oscar-winning adaptation of the classic stage musical; free lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library,
popcorn and lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. 2pm Fri Jul 30.
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jul 9. Harry Potter & the Chamber of Secrets, fantasy adventure based
A Yank in the RAF, 1941 musical with Tyrone Power and Betty on J.K. Rowling’s book; a screening in the Summer of the Arts Free Movie
Grable; with Classic Images Editor Bob King discussing Davenport’s Series, beginning at sunset; refreshments provided by the Bijou Theatre;
contributions to film history; presented by the Classic Film Society; $3 bring lawn chairs and blankets, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University
donation; for information, call 563-391-3502, Upham Hall, 1607 W. 12th of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/
St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Jul 10. movie-series/about.aspx, 8pm Sat Jul 31.
Sing-a-Long Saturday: High School Musical 3, free popcorn and a Independent Movies at Your Library, some content may not be
musical with the lyrics on the screen; for information, call 563-326-7832, suitable for children; includes popcorn, beverages, and discussion; free;
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main
www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jul 10. Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm
The Dark Knight, Oscar-winning action adventure; a screening Thu Aug 5.
in the Summer of the Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset; Hardacre Film Festival, national and international productions,
refreshments provided by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and with awards presented in eight categories: Best Feature Film, Best
blankets, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, Documentary, Best Short Film, Best Student Film, Best Animated Film,
http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about. Best Experimental Film, the Troy Peters Best Iowa Film Award, and the
aspx, 8pm Sat Jul 10. Audience Award, Hardacre Theatre, 112 E 5th St, Tipton, IA, http://www.
Monday Matinee: Pocahontas, free popcorn and a water-themed hardacrefilmfestival.com, Fri Aug 6 and Sat Aug 7.
movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Pony Soldier, 1952 Western about a Mountie working to bring
Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www. peace in western Canada; with Classic Images Editor Bob King discussing
davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jul 12. Davenport’s contributions to film history; presented by the Classic Film
Mamma Mia!, film version of the ABBA-fueled stage musical; free Society; $3 donation; for information, call 563-391-3502, Upham Hall,
popcorn and lemonade; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount 1607 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Aug 7.
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Singin’ in the Rain, musical classic starring Gene Kelly; a screening
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jul 16. in the Summer of the Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset;
Bring It On, cheerleader comedy, with a pre-film performance refreshments provided by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and
by the Hawk All-Stars and West High Cheerleaders; a screening in the blankets, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
Summer of the Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset; refreshments http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about.
provided by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and blankets, University aspx, 8pm Sat Aug 7.
of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www. 48-Hour Film Project: Best of City Celebration, includes
summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about.aspx, 8pm screenings of the top 12 judged films the the contest in which
Sat Jul 17. filmmakers make a short film - write, shoot, edit and score it - in just
Sing-a-Long Saturday: Beauty & the Beast, free popcorn and a 48 hours; after-party in the Des Moines Social Club; for information,
musical with the lyrics on the screen; for information, call 563-326-7832, call Sam Tuomi at 515-229-4515 or email [email protected], Fleur
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// Cinema and Cafe, 4545 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, http://www.48hourfilm.
com/desmoines, Thu Aug 12.
www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jul 17.

Monday Matinee: The Little Mermaid, free popcorn and a Finding Nemo, Oscar winning animated smash; a screening
water-themed movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, in the Summer of the Arts Free Movie Series, beginning at sunset;
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// refreshments provided by the Bijou Theatre; bring lawn chairs and
www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jul 19. blankets, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
Panther, Michael Dixon, Director of Multicultural Programming at http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/movie-series/about.
St. Ambrose University, will introduce this film on the Black Panthers aspx, 8pm Sat Aug 14.
as part of the Bettendorf Public Library’s Civil Rights programming; for Off-Beat Independent Film Discussion, view foreign and
information, call 563-344-5705, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning independent films, then discuss them with other film fans; free popcorn;
Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 6:30pm for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Tue Jul 20. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm
Midweek Matinee: The Little Mermaid, free popcorn and a water- Wed Aug 18.
themed movie for families; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Independent Movies at Your Library, some content may not be
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. suitable for children; includes popcorn, beverages, and discussion; free;
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jul 21. for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main
Off-Beat Independent Film Discussion, view foreign and Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm
independent films, then discuss them with other film fans; free popcorn; Thu Sep 2.
Wed Jul 21.
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, comedy
adventure with Johnny Depp; a Young Adult Movie Wednesday Exploring Hoover’s Attic: Treasures, Keepsakes, Surprises, large
28 presentation; popcorn and soda provided; for information, call 563-344- and small items and memorabilia belonging to the late Herbert and
Lou Henry Hoover; free with museum admission; for information, call point us to amazing journeys of the future; $150; to reserve, call 563-
200 hr
319-643-5301, Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum, Off I-80 at exit 254,
Applicants
324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam Museum

West Branch, IA, http://www.hoover.archives.gov, thru Fri Dec 31. & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.org,
German American Heritage Center Interactive, 4,000 square 9am Mon Jul 19.
feet of state-of-the-art interactive exhibits including a new trivia video Summer Camp at the Putnam: Putnam Rocks!, thru July 30; for
game, wired antique party line phones, period clothing that can be kids entering grades 3-5; explore the innermost secrets of the earth
now being
Yoga
tried on, and the audio-visual experience “Step into my Shoes”; free with and discover rocks, crystals, fossils, and volcanoes through fun-filled
$3-$5 museum admission, for information, call 563-322-8844, German experiments and hands-on activities; $150; to reserve, call 563-324-1054,
accepted for
American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www. ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam Museum & IMAX
gahc.org, thru Fri Dec 31. Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.org, 9am
Ocean Experience, permanent, hands-on installation featuring Mon Jul 26.
Teacher Voss Brothers

different underwater habitats from kelp forests to coral reefs to tidal
pools to deep seas; for information, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum
& IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.org,
thru Fri Dec 31.
Prehistoric Playground, hands-on exhibit in which visitors can
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create their own dinosaurs in the Design-A-Dino area, experience family Saturday Night Late Skate, on Saturdays; $5 adults, $3.50 students/
development in Nest Side Story, learn about proper nutrition with the seniors, $2.50 skate rental; for information, call 563-322-5220, Quad City
Sports Center, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.qcscskate.
help of Pteranodons in Food for Thought, control a life-sized baby T-Rex,
dig for fossils, create dinosaur tracks, and more; free with $4-$6 museum com/, 8pm thru Sat Dec 25. Located at: 219 21st St.
Adult Drop-in Hockey, on Mondays; $10; all drop-in sessions
admission; for information, call 563-344-4106, Family Museum, 2900
Learning Campus Dr, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.familymuseum.org, require full hockey equipment; for information, call 563-322-5220, Quad Rock Island, IL
City Sports Center, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.qcscskate.
thru Fri Dec 31.
A community for
Let’s Pretend!, on Fridays; for ages 3-5; act out favorite childhood
stories complete with props and silly costumes; for information, call 563-
344-4106, Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr, Bettendorf, IA,
com/, 11:15am thru Mon Dec 27.
OneGoal Youth Hockey, on Mondays; at 6:15 & 7pm; for ages 4-8;
$55 + $45 equipment deposit; for information, call 563-322-5220, Quad
Begins June 2010 individuals & families.
http://www.familymuseum.org, 11:15am thru Fri Dec 31. City Sports Center, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.qcscskate.
com/, 6:15pm thru Mon Dec 27. First five applicants
Call 309-788-7940
Under the Big Tree with Buzz and Honey, on Fridays; for ages 5 &
under; Join Ms. Kim, Buzz, and Honey for stories and songs under the Big Family Skate Night, on Tuesdays; $3 admission, $2.50 skate rental;
for information, call 563-322-5220, Quad City Sports Center, 700 W. River
to pay in full receive a
Tree; for information, call 563-344-4106, Family Museum, 2900 Learning
Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.qcscskate.com/, 7pm thru Tue Dec 28.
Campus Dr, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.familymuseum.org, 9:30am thru
Fri Dec 31.
Hovercraft Day, make and fly a toy hovercraft; free with $4-$6
Beginner & Intermediate Instructional Hockey, on Wednesdays;
for ages 12 & under; $60 or drop-in for $12 per class; for information, call
15% tuition discount To request an
563-322-5220, Quad City Sports Center, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA,
application.
museum admission; for information, call 563-344-4106, Family Museum,
2900 Learning Campus Dr, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.familymuseum. http://www.qcscskate.com/, 5:30pm thru Wed Dec 29.
org, 10am Sat May 29. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Beloit Snappers; $7-$12; for
tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines
Civil War Remembrance Day, 1:30pm & 3pm discussion and
concert of Civil War music with the Marengo Civil War Band, 2:15 &
3:45pm Civil War re-enactors from the 24th Iowa Infantry displaying their
St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index.
jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu May 27.
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equipment and discussing camp life and combat, the exhibit “Exploring
Hoover’s Attic: Treasures, Keepsakes, Surprises,” demonstrations of soap
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Burlington Bees; for tickets and
information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500,
Restrictions Apply
making, rug making, basket making, embroidery, tatting and tintype
photography from life in 19th century West Branch, and more; for 6:30pm Thu May 27.
information, call 319-643-5301, Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum, Peoria Chiefs, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-$10; for tickets and
Off I-80 at exit 254, West Branch, IA, http://www.hoover.archives.gov, information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria,
1pm Mon May 31. IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Thu May 27.
Summer Camp at the Putnam: Find Your Inner Star - Let Peoria Chiefs, vs the Beloit Snappers; $6-$10; for tickets and
Heritage Shine, thru June 18; for kids entering grades 2-4; celebrate the information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria,
cultural traditions of several dolls; hands-on activities, games, crafts and IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Fri May 28 thru Mon May 31.
actual objects from the museum’s collection bring history to life; your St. Ambrose University Fighting Bee Golf Classic, a day of
own dolls welcome; $150; to reserve, call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e- foursome preferred ball golf with St. Ambrose alumni and friends;
mail [email protected], Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W hosted by athletics director and men’s basketball coach Ray Shovlain,
12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.org, 9am Mon Jun 14. tournament proceeds will benefit more than 600 SAU student athletes
Take Flight!, aerial exhibit running in conjunction with the IMAX participating in 22 varsity athletic programs; $150/person, which
adventure “Legends of Flight”; for information, call 563-324-1933, includes green fees, cart for 18 holes, box lunch, beverages, gift bag,
Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http:// dinner, and an awards presentation with prizes; non-golfing guests can
www.putnam.org, Fri Jun 18 thru Tue Aug 31. join the 4:30 p.m. dinner program for $25/person; for information, call
Summer Camp at the Putnam: The Science of Harry Potter, thru Lori Maher at 563-333-6288, TPC at Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis,
June 25; for kids entering grades 3-5; Classes include: Potions, Charms, IL, http://www.sau.edu/alumni, 10:30am Fri Jun 4.
Care of Magical Creatures, Quidditch, and Kwik-Spells; $150; to reserve, Clinton LumberKings, vs the Lake County Captains; for tickets and
call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www. Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500,
7pm Tue Jun 8 thru Thu Jun 10.
putnam.org, 9am Mon Jun 21.
Summer Camp at the Putnam: Dragonology, thru July 2; for kids Peoria Chiefs, vs the Lansing Lugnuts; $6-$10; for tickets and
information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria,
for more information visit
tapasyogashala.com
entering grades 2-4; discover the magic and mystery of dragons from
wing to tail; decipher dragon language and spells, and explore the IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Tue Jun 8 thru Thu Jun 10.
fascinating history of dragons from around the world; $150; to reserve, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks;
$7-$12; for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S
call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www. Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. or contact
jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Jun 8 thru Thu Jun 10.
Kelly Harris
putnam.org, 9am Mon Jun 28.
From Rock to Rockets, for kids entering grades 6-8; explore the St. Ambrose University Summer Sports Camps, camps and
science of flight as you build catapults, planes and rockets; experiment clinics in girl’s and boy’s basketball, girl’s and boy’s soccer, girl’s and boy’s
with elements of design in the effort to defy gravity; $70; to reserve,
call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam
volleyball, and football; for information, call 563-333-6229, St. Ambrose
University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu, Wed Jun
9 thru Fri Jul 30.
309-236-6084
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
putnam.org, 9am Tue Jul 6. Quad City United “Swing into Education” Best Ball Golf
Diligently Delving Deep into 3D, for kids entering grades 6-8; Tournament, register by June 11 for June 26 event; fundraiser for
dissect the depth, devise projects to demonstrate, and dig into recent college scholarships, including The Mike Orfitelli Foundation and The
developments; includes a trip to the IMAX projection booth and Coach Reece Morgan Scholarship; 4-person teams, Palmer Hills Golf
Classroom Cubed; $70; to reserve, call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail Course, 2999 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.qcunited.org, 11am
[email protected], Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th Fri Jun 11.
St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.org, 9am Thu Jul 8. 2010 USA Weightlifting National Championships, in the Exhibit

Summer Camp at the Putnam: Ocean Commotion, thru July 16; Hall; 8am-8pm on Friday, 8am-9pm on Saturday, 8am-5:30pm on
for kids entering grades K-1; explore islands, coral reefs and amazing Sunday; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW
ocean creatures through hands-on activities, science projects, live Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriaciviccenter.com, Fri Jun 11
animal encounters, games, and crafts; $75; to reserve, call 563-324-1054, thru Sun Jun 13.
ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam Museum & IMAX Clinton LumberKings, vs the Fort Wayne TinCaps; for tickets and
Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.org, 9am information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Mon Jul 12. Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500,
Dragon Master, for kids entering grades 6-8; explore the legends 7pm Fri Jun 11 and Sat Jun 12.
of this mystical beast to discover its secrets, learn its forgotten language Peoria Chiefs, vs the Great Lakes Loons; $6-$10; for tickets and
and spells with riddles, games and experiments; investigate bones, information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria,
teeth and scales before designing a dragon of your own; $70; to reserve, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Fri Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 13.
call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail [email protected], Putnam Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps;
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www. $7-$12; for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S
putnam.org, 9am Wed Jul 14. Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index.
Science E3: Experiments, Explosions & Excitement, for kids jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Jun 11.
entering grades 6-8; erupt volcanoes, see how high rubber blubber Cedar Rapids Rollergirls, presenting “Role Models,” as the team
bounces, and make glow-in-the-dark chalk to use in the black light lab; takes on Des Moines; $10-$13; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, U.S. Cellular
$70; to reserve, call 563-324-1054, ext. 502 or e-mail education@putnam. Center, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crrollergirls.com,
org, Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Jun 12.
http://www.putnam.org, 9am Wed Jul 14. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps;
Summer Camp at the Putnam: Take Flight, thru July 23; for kids $7-$12; for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S
entering grades 2-4; planes and parachutes, rockets and re-entry, Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index.
zooming and zero-Gs; ViewSpace technology and IMAX Hubble 3D will jsp?sid=t565, 6pm Sat Jun 12. 29
tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Aug 3 thru Fri Aug 6, 7pm Wed Aug 18 thru
St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Fri Aug 20.
jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sun Jul 4 thru Tue Jul 6. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; for
Peoria Chiefs, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-$10; for tickets and tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps; information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Business Xchange, on the second Wednesday of the month; share
$7-$12; for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Sun Jul 4 thru Tue Jul 6. jsp?sid=t500, 7pm Sat Aug 7. your “commercial” with a different guest every 6 minutes, allowing you
Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. John Deere Classic, annual golf event, featuring four rounds of Peoria Chiefs, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; $6-$10; for tickets to meet 10 new contacts at each event; at the end of each event, each
jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jun 13. professional PGA competitors; for information, call 309-762-4653, TPC at and information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, attendee will receive a networking list, which will allow them to follow
Adrenaline Society Wrestling Presents: The Next Step, with Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis, IL, http://www.johndeereclassic. Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Sat Aug 7 thru Tue Aug 10. up on all contacts made at the event; $15-$25; to register, call 309-757-
Derek Cornell, Brandon Lyonz, Steven Youngblood, Johnny Wisdom, com/, Mon Jul 5 thru Sun Jul 11. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; for 5416, Hampton Inn & Suites, 5290 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http://
Jeffrey Dark, Supafly, Sluggo the Clown, Shawn Nautilus, The Marked Peoria Chiefs, vs the Kane County Cougars; $6-$10; for tickets and tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 www.quadcitychamber.com, 11:30am thru Wed Dec 8.
of Crane, and more ASW superstars; $5; for information, call 563-324- information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Computer Tutor, on the first & second Tuesday of the month;
5233, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www. IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Wed Jul 7 thru Fri Jul 9. jsp?sid=t500, 2pm Sun Aug 8. walk-in computer help; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, 7pm Sun Clinton LumberKings, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; for Clinton LumberKings, vs the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; for Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
Jun 13. tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 davenportlibrary.com, 7pm thru Tue Dec 14.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Fort Wayne TinCaps; for tickets and Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Basic Internet Class, on Wednesdays; walk-in course for those
information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, jsp?sid=t500, 7pm Wed Jul 7 thru Fri Jul 9. jsp?sid=t500, Mon Aug 9 thru Tue Aug 10. seeking basic computer skills; for information, call 309-732-7303, Rock
Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Beloit Snappers; $7-$12; for Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
2pm Sun Jun 13. tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines $7-$12; for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S ripl.lib.il.us, 9am thru Wed Dec 29.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars; $7-$12; St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Creating a Resume in Word, on Wednesdays; no appointment
for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines jsp?sid=t565, 6pm Sat Jul 10. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Aug 11 thru Fri Aug 13. needed; in the Computer Lab, ground-floor level; for information, call
St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Beloit Snappers; $7-$12; for Clinton LumberKings, vs the Burlington Bees; for tickets and 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock
jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Jun 15 thru Thu Jun 17 tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 11am thru Wed Dec 29.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; for St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Salsa Making, discover how to make several easy varieties of
tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jul 11. 7pm Wed Aug 11. America’s number one condiment; $5; for information and to register,
Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Beloit Snappers; $7-$12; for Peoria Chiefs, vs the Beloit Snappers; $6-$10; for tickets and call 309-756-9978, ext 13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd
jsp?sid=t500, 7pm Tue Jun 15 thru Thu Jun 17. tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Thu
Quad Cities Chamber 2010 Golf Outing, Rock Island Arsenal St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Wed Aug 11 thru Fri Aug 13. May 27.
shotgun start at 11am; Palmer Hills tee times 8am-noon; $125/person; jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Mon Jul 12. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Burlington Bees; for tickets and Computer Classes, for information, call 309-755-9614, East Moline
includes greens fee, cart rental, lunch, beverages, and admission to the Clinton LumberKings, vs the West Michigan WhiteCaps; for information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Public Library, 740 16th Ave., East Moline, IL, http://empl.lib.il.us, 9:30am
19th Hole Party featuring a steak dinner and entertainment by the Fry tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Fri May 28.
Daddies; register at 563-823-2676, http://www.iowaqcchamber.com, Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. 6:30pm Thu Aug 12. Companion Planting, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge
Wed Jun 16. jsp?sid=t500, 7pm Wed Jul 14 thru Fri Jul 16. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Burlington Bees; for tickets and Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce
Peoria Chiefs, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; $6-$10; for tickets Peoria Chiefs, vs the Dayton Dragons; $6-$10; for tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext 13,
and information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Fri Jun 18 thru Sun Jun 20. IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Wed Jul 14 thru Fri Jul 16. 7pm Fri Aug 13. extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30 & 6:45pm Wed Jun 2.
Midwest League All-Star Game, for tickets, call (563)324-3000; Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Lake County Captains; $7-$12; Peoria Chiefs, vs the Burlington Bees; $6-$10; for tickets and Pesticide Testing, for information, call 563-359-7577, Scott County
Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://www. for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.
downtowndavenport.com, Tue Jun 22. St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Wed Aug 18 thru Fri Aug 20. extension.iastate.edu/calendar/, 10am Fri Jun 4.
Quad Cities Senior Olympics, games include athletic competitions jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Jul 14 thru Fri Jul 16. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings; $7-$12; Boat Safety Class, for ages 12 & up; DNR Boat Safety certification
as well as visual, literary, performing, and heritage arts contests; for Clinton LumberKings, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks; for for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines class offered by Corps of Engineers Park Rangers, and recognized by the
information, call 309-786-1677 or e-mail [email protected], tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Iowa DNR; recommended for new boaters who are a bit intimidated by
Quad Cities Senior Olympics, 1800 3rd Ave, Suite 304, Rock Island, IL, Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Aug 18 thru Fri Aug 20. the Mississippi River, families that enjoy weekend boating adventures, or
http://www.qcseniorolympics.org/, Wed Jun 23 thru Sat Jun 26. jsp?sid=t500, 7pm Sat Jul 17. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets and seasoned boaters who would just like to brush up on their safe boating
Dodgeball Showdown, fun in the sun, live music, and a whole lotta Peoria Chiefs, vs the Bowling Green Hot Rods; $6-$10; for tickets information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, knowledge; sack lunch recommended; to register, call 309-794-5338,
balls, with the tournament starting Saturday at 11am; for information, and information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Clock Tower Building, Arsenal Island, Rock Island, IL, 8am Sat Jun 5.
call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Sat Jul 17 thru Mon Jul 19. 6:30pm Sat Aug 21. Summer & Patriotic Wreath Class, learn to make seasonal decor
http://www.ridistrict.com, Fri Jun 25 and Sat Jun 26. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Fort Wayne TinCaps; $7-$12; Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets and for your front door or entryway, and leave with a completed project; $30
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Beloit Snappers; for tickets and for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, includes supplies and course materials; to register, call 309-756-9978,
information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, ext. 10., Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://
Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, jsp?sid=t565, 6pm Sat Jul 17. 2pm Sun Aug 22. www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm Sun Jun 6.
7pm Fri Jun 25 and Sat Jun 26 Clinton LumberKings, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks; for Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets and Agricultural Medicine Course, a training program for health
Peoria Chiefs, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-$10; for tickets and tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, care professionals who treat and help prevent occupational illnesses
information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, and injuries on the farm; course will address diagnosis, treatment and
IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Fri Jun 25 thru Sun Jun 27. jsp?sid=t500, 2pm Sun Jul 18. 6:30pm Mon Aug 23 thru Tue Aug 24. prevention of agricultural health conditions through a multidisciplinary
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars; $7-$12; Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Fort Wayne TinCaps; $7-$12; Peoria Chiefs, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-$10; for tickets and approach; topics to be discussed include agricultural health care
for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, delivery, respiratory diseases, acute agricultural injuries, behavioral
St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Wed Aug 25 thru Fri Aug 27. health issues, noise-induced hearing loss, zoonotic diseases, and many
jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Jun 25 jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jul 18. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; for others; for information, contact Kay Mohling at 319-335-4219 or kay-
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars; $7-$12; Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Fort Wayne TinCaps; $7-$12; tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 [email protected], Sheraton Hotel - Iowa City, 210 S. Dubuque St.,
for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Iowa City, IA, http://cph.uiowa.edu/icash, Mon Jun 7 thru Fri Jun 11.
St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. jsp?sid=t500, 6:30pm Wed Aug 25 thru Fri Aug 27. St. Ambrose ACCEL Program Info Session, learn more about
jsp?sid=t565, 6pm Sat Jun 26. jsp?sid=t565, 1pm Mon Jul 19. Peoria Chiefs, vs the Clinton LumberKings; $6-$10; for tickets and the ACCEL program, which offers seven undergraduate degrees and
3rd Annual Jim Bohnsack FORE-H Golf Classic, benefits Rock Clinton LumberKings, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks; for information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, provides 5- and 8-week, evening and weekend courses in a unique,
Island County 4-H and helps foster great youth development programs; tickets and information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Sat Aug 28 thru Tue Aug 31. discussion-driven, adult-oriented learning environment; free; for
noon registration, 1pm shotgun start; 4-person preferred ball, includes Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $7-$12; information, contact Justin Ball at 563-441-9500, St. Ambrose University
lunch, Indian Bluff Golf Course, 6200 78th Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. jsp?sid=t500, 10am Mon Jul 19. for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines College for Professional Studies, 1950 E 54th St, Davenport, IA, http://
rockislandextensionfoundation.org/golfouting, 12pm Sat Jun 26. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; for tickets and St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. www.sau.edu/accel, 5:30pm Tue Jun 8.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars; $7-$12; information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, jsp?sid=t565, 6pm Sat Aug 28. Herb Gardening, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge
for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $7-$12; Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce
St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. 7pm Wed Jul 28 thru Fri Jul 30. for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext. 13,
jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jun 27. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars; $7-$12; St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Beloit Snappers; for tickets and for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines jsp?sid=t565, 1pm Sun Aug 29. extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30 & 6:45pmpm Wed Jun 9.
information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $7-$12; Genealogy Class, Thursdays thru July 15; instructor Penni Chase
Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, jsp?sid=t565, Wed Jul 28 thru Fri Jul 30. for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines guides you through the process; learn about family history software,
2pm Sun Jun 27. Peoria Chiefs, vs the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-$10; for tickets St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. primary and secondary sources, local historical societies, problem
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets and and information, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Mon Aug 30 thru Tue Aug 31. solving, public records, and more; $25; for information, call 309-756-
information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, Wed Jul 28 thru Fri Jul 30. Clinton LumberKings, vs the Beloit Snappers; for tickets and 9978, ext. 10, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings; $7-$12; information, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Thu Jun 10.
7pm Mon Jun 28 thru Wed Jun 30. for tickets, call (563)324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines Clinton, IA, http://clinton.lumberkings.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t500, Cultural Competence for the Seasoned Social Worker, workshop
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Burlington Bees; $7-$12; for St, Davenport, IA, http://quadcities.riverbandits.milb.com/index. 6:30pm Wed Sep 1 thru Thu Sep 2. for the professional development of social workers and those working in
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human services; with speakers Raygena Curry and Eileen Swoboda; for Organizational Leadership, Master of Accounting, Master of Science in Becoming Extinct, with instructor Dr. William Hammer; collect Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.rivervalleylibrary.org,
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 319-335-3750, John Information Technology, and Doctor of Business Administration; free; Devonian fossils and identify them using the resources of the Fryxell 5pm Mon Jun 28.

and Mary Pappajohn Education Center, 1200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA, for information, contact the Graduate Student Recruitment office at Geology Musem on Augustana’s campus, participate in the complex Compost Made Easy, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge
http://www.uiowa.edu/~socialwk/ProfessionalDevelopment, Fri Jun 11. 563/333-6354 or [email protected], New Ventures Center, 331 game of “Extinction,” and learn about Dr. Hammer’s Antarctic research Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce
Microsoft Exchange 2010 Seminar, for information, call Larry at W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/gradstudies, 4pm Thu and discoveries; $350 includes lodging, meals and field trips, Augustana more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext 13,
563-441-1515 or e-mail [email protected], New Horizons of Jun 17. College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/x18993.xml, Mon Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
the Quad Cities, 2206 E. 52nd Street Suite B, Davenport, IA, http://www. Energy Efficiency Workshop, at 10am & 1pm; free for Scott County Jun 21 and Tue Jun 22. extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30 & 6:45pm Wed Jun 30.
nhquadcities.com, 3pm Sat Jun 12. residents; for information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, River Seek: Mississippi River Exploration and Investigation, with Zucchini, shred some of your extra zucchini to use in bread, cakes,
Office 2010 Seminar, for information, call Larry at 563-441-1515 Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://www. instructors Dr. Kevin Geedey and Dr. Reuben Heine; explore the ecology, or meatloaf; learn to make relishes or pickles, or cook as a side dish or in
or e-mail [email protected], New Horizons of the Quad Cities, ateec.org, Sat Jun 19. hydrology and history of the Mississippi River as you investigate a a main dish casserole; $5; for information and to register, call 309-756-
2206 E. 52nd Street Suite B, Davenport, IA, http://www.nhquadcities. Summer Transition Program for College-Bound Students with current problem facing river managers; collect and analyze data, dredge 9978, ext 13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
com, 1pm Sat Jun 12. Learning Disabilities, topics will include time-management, note- sediment, seine for fish and discuss your adventures as you camp http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Tue Jul 6.
Small Wind Turbines – An Introduction, learn about green energy, taking, textbook-reading and exam preparation, as well as familiarity overnight in a river cabin on stilts; $900 includes lodging, meals and Cauliflower/Broccoli, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge
green building, and green technology; $99; for information and to with support services and accommodations such as tutoring, extended field trips, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana. Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce
register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College Outreach Center, 301 time on exams and books in alternative format; $3,339 includes tuition, edu/x18387.xml, Mon Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext 13,
Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/green, 9am room and board, and activity and matriculation fees; for information, True Life: A Day in the Life of a Speech-Language Pathologist, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
Sat Jun 12. contact Ryan Saddler, Director of Student Disability Services, at 563-333- with instructor Joni Mack; observe children with communication extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:45pm Wed Jul 7.
Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; for 6275 or [email protected], St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, disorders, talk with their parents, and assist professional speech- Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; for
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Eldridge Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/gradstudies, Sun Jun 20 thru Fri language pathologists in our fun summer therapy program for children information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Habitat
Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.ateec.org, 6:30pm Mon Jul 16. with communication impairments; on the last day you will introduce ReStore, 3629 Mississippi Avenue, Davenport, IA, http://www.ateec.org,
Jun 14. Advertising Campaign: Secrets to Success and Lessons from your own creative therapeutic activity; $850 includes lodging, meals and 10am Wed Jul 7.
Human Cadaver Gross Anatomy, with instructor Dr. Darrin Failures, with instructor Dr. Nadia Novotorova; develop your design field trips, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana. Garden Photography & Journaling, a free course in the
Good; learn anatomical structures and variations utilizing the college’s sense and advertising expertise by watching and critiquing television edu/x18994.xml, Mon Jun 21 thru Thu Jun 24. Homegrown Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and
human cadavers, dissection techniques, and methods to discern similar commercials, creating your own advertisements, and visiting a local Corn: Sweet/Ornamental/Popcorn, a free course in the strategies to help you produce more of your own food; for information,
structures; recommended for students entering their junior or senior ad agency to connect with the professionals; $850 includes lodging, Homegrown Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and call 309-756-9978, ext 13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave,
year of high school who have successfully completed a semester of meals and field trips, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www. strategies to help you produce more of your own food; for information, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Jul 7.
high school anatomy, an AP Biology course or an equivalent, have a augustana.edu/x18388.xml, Mon Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. call 309-756-9978, ext 13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Social Work Ethics: Protecting Professional Relationships,
serious interest in a career in medicine or another health-related field, CSI: Augustana, with instructors Dr. Mary Ellen Biggin, Dr. Patrick Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:45pm Wed Practicing Ethical Decision Making, workshop for the professional
and/or demonstrate the academic and social maturity required to take Crawford, and Dr. Greg Domski; in this course you’ll be introduced to Jun 23. development of social workers and those working in human services;
full advantage of this intensive, small-group program; $100, Augustana the scientific reasoning behind forensics, focusing on DNA, bones and Garden Art, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge Purposeful with speaker David Rust; for information, e-mail jefri-palermo@uiowa.
College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/x19000.xml, Mon trace evidence. Discover the truths CSI can reveal by using Augustana’s Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce more of edu or call 319-335-3750, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
Jun 14 thru Tue Jun 29. state-of-the-art equipment, critically evaluating evidence and applying your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext 13, Rock Island uiowa.edu/~socialwk/ProfessionalDevelopment, Fri Jul 9.
Going Green in the Lawn and Garden, a free course in the your findings to a simulated crime; $850 includes lodging, meals and County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc. Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; for
Homegrown Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and field trips, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana. edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Jun 23. information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Scott County
strategies to help you produce more of your own food; for information, edu/x18383.xml, Mon Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. Creation Studio: Fly-Tying, for information, call 563-344-4191, Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
call 309-756-9978, ext. 13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Faith Meets Faith: Encountering Lived Religions, with instructor Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http:// ateec.org, 10am Sat Jul 10.
Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Dr. Jason Mahn; learn the traditions of five living religions - Buddhism, www.bettendorflibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 24. MBA Info Session, an internationally recognized and accredited
Jun 16. Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism - by touring worship areas, Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; for program offering both part-time and full-time options, geared to meet
Squash: Summer and Winter, a free course in the Homegrown observing religious ceremonies and talking with religious leaders; open information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, LULAC Club, the needs of working professionals, recent college graduates, and
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you to juniors and seniors only; $850 includes lodging, meals and field trips, 4224 Ricker Hill Road, Davenport, IA, http://www.ateec.org, 3pm Sun those making a career change; for information, call Tammy Reichelt at
produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext. Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/x18386. Jun 27. 563-563/333-6354, Kirkwood Community College, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd.,
13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. xml, Mon Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. Pestilence & Plagues, Purulence & Poxes: Case Studies in Public Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.sau.edu/mba, 4:30pm Mon Jul 12.
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:45pm Wed Jun 16. Native Americans in History and Film, with instructor Dr. Stephen Health, with instructor Dr. Dara Wegman-Geedey; explore a variety of Master Food Preserver Training, intensive five-day training
Master of Education in Teaching Information Session, in room Warren; learn about extraordinary Native North American leaders from infectious disease case studies, focusing on key factors that affect their designed to teach participants the basics of safe home food
211; earn your master of education in teaching degree in two years; the colonial period to the present, and witness how these people and emergence and re-appearance; $525 includes lodging, meals and field preservation techniques; topics include Food Safety and Freezing Food,
graduates will also complete the portfolio requirements to become their cultures have been treated in fiction and film; through trips to trips, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/ Boiling Water Process, Pressure Canning, Pickling and Drying Foods, and
Nationally Board Certified; free; for information, contact Susan Jameson historical sites in the Mississippi River Valley and Tama, Iowa, you’ll find x18999.xml, Sun Jun 27 thru Tue Jun 29. Jams and Jellies; class times include lecture, demonstration, and hands-
at 563-388-7660 or [email protected], Rogalski Center - St. a powerful mix of history, memory and nostalgia; open to juniors and Cooking and Culinary Explorations with Chef Spencer Blake, on lab settings where participants will practice current recommended
Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, http://web.sau. seniors only; $850 includes lodging, meals and field trips, Augustana tastings will be served and sample portions will be provided for you to home food preservation techniques; $175; for information, call 309-
edu/medt, 11am Wed Jun 16. College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.edu/x18989.xml, Mon take home; topics include barbecue methods such as smoking, spit- 756-9978, ext. 10, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan,
Info Session: St. Ambrose University Business Graduate Degree Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. roasting and grilling; methods of cooking fish, methods of cooking eggs, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Mon Jul 12 thru
Programs, learn more about the graduate programs MBA, Master of Paleontology: Brachiopods, Dinosaurs and How to Avoid and more; for information and to register, call 309-523-3440, River Valley Fri Jul 16.
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13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. call Janie at 563-324-0345 or 563-370-7995, The Healing Heart Center,
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30 & 6:45pm Wed Aug 18. 3481 Utica Ridge Rd., Bettendorf, IA, Mon Jun 7.
Cooking and Culinary Explorations with Chef Spencer Blake, Infant Care Class, in IL; topics include normal newborn appearances
tastings will be served and sample portions will be provided for you to and behaviors, choices for feeding your baby, safety, and well-baby
take home; topics include barbecue methods such as smoking, spit- care; fee included with payment of Childbirth Preparation classes; for
Tomatoes, unearth tips and advice for using fresh tomatoes in
roasting and grilling; methods of cooking fish, methods of cooking eggs, information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health
recipes; learn the best ways to core and peel, and loads of tomato
and more; for information and to register, call 309-523-3440, River Valley System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 8.
recipes including soup; course will cover stewed tomatoes, juice, and
Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.rivervalleylibrary.org, Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class, for those working in the
more; $5; for information and to register, call 309-756-9978, ext 13,
5pm Mon Aug 30. health-care field or day-care providers; certification from the American
Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
Heart Association is good for two years; $45; for information, call 309-
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Tue Jul 13.
779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.
Cabbage/Brussel Sprouts, a free course in the Homegrown
trinityqc.com, 7:30 & 10:30am Thu Jun 10.
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you
Summer Boost Camp with Daina Lewis, increase your fitness level,
produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext
manage your weight, and challenge your body & mind; class includes
13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Classes, Lectures, & Events warm-up, cardiovascular exercises, strength-training & resistance, yoga,
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:45pm Wed Jul 14. OH WOW (Optimum Health, WorkOuts for Women), on Mondays; a cool-down period, discussion, and ideas on food-journaling and
Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; a 45-minute, results-based workout led by experienced trainers; for conscious eating; open to all fitness levels; $72/8 weeks, $12/drop-in
for information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Scott information, call 563-370-2359 o e-mail bodyandsoulpt@yahoo. class; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA or e-mail info@
Community College, 500 Belmont Rd., Bettendorf, IA, http://www.ateec. com, Body and Soul Personal Training, 2806 Eastern Ave, Cottage #7, indigowellness.info, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness,
org, 6pm Wed Jul 14. Davenport, IA, 5:30pm thru Mon Dec 27. LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, 7am Tue
Master of Education in Teaching Information Session, in room Prenatal Yoga, on Tuesdays; $6-$9; for information and to register, Jun 8 thru Tue Jul 27 and Fri Jun 11 thru Fri Jul 30
211; earn your master of education in teaching degree in two years; contact Marcie Nithang at 563-499-2261, The Reiki Studio, 2212 E. 12th Joy of Life Level I Weekend Retreat, with Kambiz Naficy,
graduates will also complete the portfolio requirements to become St., Suite #301, Davenport, IA, http://www.reikirenovations.com, 5:30pm
Nationally Board Certified; free; for information, contact Susan Jameson international Yogi and Kriya Yoga meditation master; Fri. 6-9:30pm, Sat.
thru Tue Dec 28. 9am-12:30pm and 3:30-7:30pm, Sun. 9am-12:30pm; individual sessions
at 563-388-7660 or [email protected], Rogalski Center - St. T’ai Chi, on Tuesdays; led by instructor Steve Cravens, this class
Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, http://web.sau. with Kambiz available; $300; for information, call 563-359-1569 or e-
utilizes an ancient Chinese soft form of martial arts that increases
edu/medt, 1pm Wed Jul 14. mail [email protected]; held at the former Fulton’s Landing Guest
balance, promotes relaxation and improves overall health and
Fall Vegetable Gardening, a free course in the Homegrown House, 1206 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, www.fultonslanding.com; Fri
wellbeing; all skill levels welcome; $7.00; for information, call 309-523-
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you 3440, River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www. Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 13.
produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext rivervalleylibrary.org, 6:30pm thru Tue Dec 28. 21st Annual Susan G. Komen Quad Cities Race for the Cure,
13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Yoga, on Tuesdays; led by instructor Rebecca Licandro, this class uses annual race supporting breast-cancer research and education; for
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Jul 14. the ancient art of yoga to relieve stress, increase flexibility and improve information, call 563-421-2873 or 877-921-2873, John Deere Classic,
Back Yard Gardening Class: ... and Grow!, watering will be handled health; all skill levels welcome; $7-$8; for information, call 309-523-3440 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis, IL, http://www.komenquadcities.org, 8am
by the Botanical Center staff, but routine maintenance, weeding, staking, for more information., River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, Sat Jun 12.
pest control and harvest will be the work of the planters; come help http://www.rivervalleylibrary.org, 5:30pm thru Tue Dec 28. The Seven Mirrors of the Essene, reflections on the lessons we
on this work day; free with paid admission; for information, call 309- Anusara Yoga, every Wednesday, upstairs in the Banquet Room; need to learn this lifetime; for information, call Kathleen Collins at 563-
794-0991 or e-mail Gary at [email protected], Quad City Botanical $10, Bettendorf Community Center, 2204 Grant St., Bettendorf, IA, 332-4361 or e-mail [email protected], Indigo, A Creative Approach
Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 1pm 5:15pm thru Wed Dec 29. to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.
Sun Jul 18. Yoga with Daina, on Wednesdays; drop-in class for all skill levels; for indigowellness.info, 2pm Sat Jun 12.
Home Childcare Association, Jennifer Best from Iowa State information, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Sibling Class, in IA; ages 3-10 learn about their roles as big brother
Extension presents a workshop on Tantrums and Tears for home daycare Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, or sister; hands-on demonstrations, discussions of safety issues with the
providers and other early childhood educators; for information, call 563- 9:30am thru Wed Dec 29. baby, a tour, and making a keepsake for the baby; have your child bring
344-4194, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, Yoga Burn, on Thursdays; a yoga class that incorporates strength a doll or stuffed animal to class; recommended after the sixth month
IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue Jul 20. conditioning, led by Daina Lewis; for information, call 309-764-YOGA, of pregnancy; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; for Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 5:30pm Mon
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Nahant Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, 8:30am thru Thu Dec 30. Jun 14.
Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www.ateec.org, 6pm Gentle Yoga, on Thursdays; $6-$9; for information and to register, Surgical Weight Loss Seminar, learn the latest information about
Wed Jul 21. contact Marcie Nithang at 563-499-2261, The Reiki Studio, 2212 E. 12th different types of bariatric surgeries available at Trinity, including lap-
Creative Writing: Applications in the Helping Professions, St., Suite #301, Davenport, IA, http://www.reikirenovations.com, 5:30pm band surgery; $25; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
workshop for the professional development of social workers and those thru Thu Dec 30. Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Mon
working in human services; with speakers Ellen Szabo and Mercedes Aqua Combo, Tuesdays at 6pm & Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays Jun 14.
Bern-Klug; for information, e-mail [email protected] or call at 11:15am, and Tuesdays at 6pm; a moderate- to high-intensity class Breastfeeding: A Gift for Baby, in IL; covers the benefits of
319-335-3750, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.uiowa. performed in shallow and deep water with flotation belts used in deep breastfeeding, getting started in the hospital, your first few weeks at
edu/~socialwk/ProfessionalDevelopment, Fri Jul 23 thru Mon Jul 26. water portion; $5 per class or $60 for a 20-visit pass for the general home, returning to work and beyond; fee included with payment of
Cooking and Culinary Explorations with Chef Spencer Blake, public; $56 for senior citizens; for information, call 309-796-5601, Black Childbirth Preparation classes; for information, call 309-779-2000 or
tastings will be served and sample portions will be provided for you to Hawk College - Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com,
take home; topics include barbecue methods such as smoking, spit- IL, thru Fri Dec 31. 6:30pm Tue Jun 15 and Mon Jun 21
roasting and grilling; methods of cooking fish, methods of cooking eggs, Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class, for those working in the Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class, for those working in the
and more; for information and to register, call 309-523-3440, River Valley health-care field or day-care providers; certification from the American health-care field or day-care providers; certification from the American
Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.rivervalleylibrary.org, Heart Association is good for two years; $45; for information, call 309- Heart Association is good for two years; $45; for information, call 309-
5pm Mon Jul 26. 779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www. 779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.
Harvest Grilling Ideas, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge trinityqc.com, 4pm Thu May 27. trinityqc.com, 4pm Tue Jun 15.
Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce Benefits from Pet Therapy, with presenter Doug Weaver, caregiver Childbirth Preparation Courses, in IA; on Wednesdays; topics
more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext 13, counselor from the Quad City Animal Welfare Center; RSVP to Ellen include anatomy and physiology of labor and birth, breathing and
Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Berberich at least two days prior; free; for information, and to reserve, call relaxation techniques, role of the labor partner, hospital procedures,
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Jul 28. 309-277-0167, Alternatives for the Older Adult, 1518 5th Avenue, Moline, obstetric pain management, Cesarean birth, and postpartum care; $50;
Pumpkins/Gourds/Melons, a free course in the Homegrown IL, 12pm Fri May 28. for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you Reiki Level 1, discuss the tradition of reiki, including history, Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Wed Jun 16 thru
produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext techniques, and philosophy, as well as energetic healing in general; learn Wed Jul 7.
13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. the chakra system and receive the reiki attunements that will enable Staying On Top of Medicare Coverage, information and answers
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:45pm Wed Jul 28. you to “do” reiki; $125; for information or to register, contact Pat Deaton to your Medicare questions from SHIIP counselor Darrell Lietz; for
Garlic/Horseradish, a free course in the Homegrown Challenge at 563-343-8486 or [email protected], The Reiki Studio, 2212 E. information, call 563-344-4175; individual appointments can also be
Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you produce 12th St., Suite #301, Davenport, IA, http://www.reikirenovations.com, scheduled by calling the SHIIP office at 563-421-1096, Bettendorf
more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext 13, 9am Sat May 29. Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Sibling Class, in IL; ages 3-10 learn about their roles as big brother bettendorflibrary.com, 9am Wed Jun 16.
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:45pm Wed Aug 4. or sister; hands-on demonstrations, discussions of safety issues with the Reiki Level 2, an in-depth continuation of the study of the art,
Harvesting & Preserving, a free course in the Homegrown baby, a tour, and making a keepsake for the baby; have your child bring science, and philosophy of reiki; receive the Reiki Level II attunement
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you a doll or stuffed animal to class; recommended after the sixth month which will enable you to use the three private reiki symbols to enhance
produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext of pregnancy; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, your practice and enable you to send reiki at a distance; $150; for
13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 5:30pm Tue information or to register, contact Pat Deaton at 563-343-8486 or
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Aug 4. Jun 1. [email protected], The Reiki Studio, 2212 E. 12th St., Suite #301,
Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; Davenport, IA, http://www.reikirenovations.com, 9am Sat Jun 19.
Joy of Life Level II Weekend Retreat, with Kambiz Naficy,
for information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Trinity Reiki Two Class, in the Sunderbruch Room; continue Usui Reiki
international Yogi and Kriya Yoga meditation master; deepen your
Lutheran Church, 1122 W. Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.ateec. with Level Two; seven nursing CEU’s offered; certification, manual,
practice and further challenge yourself on the spiritual path; Fri.
org, 6pm Tue Aug 10. attunements, and hands-on training; $250; for information and to
6-9:30pm, Sat. 9am-12:30pm and 3:30-7:30pm, Sun. 9am-12:30pm; register, call 563-843-3483, Genesis Medical Center West, 1401 W. Central
Master of Education in Teaching Information Session, in room
individual sessions with Kambiz available; $300; for information, call Park Ave, Davenport, IA, 8:30am Sat Jun 19.
211; earn your master of education in teaching degree in two years;
563-359-1569 or e-mail [email protected]; held at the former Boot Camp for New Dads, in IL; veteran dads share man-to-man,
graduates will also complete the portfolio requirements to become
Nationally Board Certified; free; for information, contact Susan Jameson Fulton’s Landing Guest House, 1206 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, www. real-life stories about first-time fatherhood, and bring their babies along
at 563-388-7660 or [email protected], Rogalski Center - St. fultonslanding.com; Fri Jun 4 thru Sun Jun 6. to give the rookies a firsthand look at how to hold, bond, comfort,
Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, http://web.sau. The Roots of Yoga - A Special Event with Suddha Weixler, the diaper, swaddle, relieve gas/colic, and play with an infant; free; for
edu/medt, 2pm Wed Aug 11. workshop will explore the critical difference between a passive practice information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health
Vermicomposting: Worms, a free course in the Homegrown where asanas are held for longer periods and a dynamic Vinyasa System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 22.
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you flow-style of moving with the breath, and will include asana (physical Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class, for those working in the
produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext postures), theory, and a brief meditation practice; $80; for information, health-care field or day-care providers; certification from the American
13, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, Heart Association is good for two years; $45; for information, call 309-
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Wed Aug 11, 6:45pm Wed LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, 9am 779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.
Aug 11. Sun Jun 6. trinityqc.com, 4pm Tue Jun 22.
Energy Efficiency Workshop, free for Scott County residents; for Infant Care Class, in IA; topics include normal newborn Nutrition Tips for Seniors, with presenter Donna Silvertsen,
information, e-mail [email protected] or call 563-441-4085, Davenport appearances and behaviors, choices for feeding your baby, safety, and clinical dietician and Diabetes Care Center Coordinator for Genesis
Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, well-baby care; fee included with payment of Childbirth Preparation Medical Center; RSVP to Ellen Berberich at least two days prior; free; for
http://www.ateec.org, 6:30pm Wed Aug 18. classes; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity information, and to reserve, call 309-277-0167, Alternatives for the Older
Putting the Garden to Bed, a free course in the Homegrown Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 7. Adult, 1518 5th Avenue, Moline, IL, 12pm Fri Jun 25.
Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; ideas and strategies to help you The Chakra System, learn to identify and clear negativity to achieve Car-Fit Class, health professionals will work with older drivers
a more authentic and balanced life; class sizes limited; for information,
32 produce more of your own food; for information, call 309-756-9978, ext. and review 12 key areas to ensure they “fit” their vehicle properly for
maximum safety; takes approximately 20 minutes; for information, call
563-421-1480, Genesis Medical Center, 1230 E Rusholme St, Davenport,

IA, http://www.genesishealth.com, 12pm Tue Jun 29.
Central Sleep Apnea, presented by Akshay Mahadevia, M.D.; free;
for information, call 563-421-1523, Genesis Heart Institute, 1236 East
Rusholme Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.genesishealth.com, 6pm
Tue Jul 6.
Staying On Top of Medicare Coverage, information and answers
to your Medicare questions from SHIIP counselor Darrell Lietz; for
information, call 563-344-4175; individual appointments can also be
scheduled by calling the SHIIP office at 563-421-1096, Bettendorf
bettendorflibrary.com, 9am Wed Jul 21.
Soul Retrieval, one hour sessions to heal your life; special pricing
available; for information, call Kathleen Collins at 563-332-4361 or e-mail
[email protected], Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness,
LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, 2pm Sat
Jul 24.
Nutrition Before, During, and After Cancer Therapy, a Trinity
dietitian will discuss nutrient needs before, during, and after cancer;
information on common herbal and vitamin supplements and
antioxidants; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
Trinity Regional Health System, 5pm Thu Jul 29.
Shamanic Journey, go to your power-animal and spiritual teachers
directly to ask for wisdom and guidance; for information, call Kathleen
Collins at 563-332-4361 or e-mail [email protected], Indigo, A Creative
Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://
www.indigowellness.info, 3pm Sat Aug 14 and Sat Aug 21.
Staying On Top of Medicare Coverage, information and answers
to your Medicare questions from SHIIP counselor Darrell Lietz; for
information, call 563-344-4175; individual appointments can also be
scheduled by calling the SHIIP office at 563-421-1096, Bettendorf
bettendorflibrary.com, 9am Wed Aug 18.
Car-Fit Class, health professionals will work with older drivers
and review 12 key areas to ensure they “fit” their vehicle properly for
maximum safety; takes approximately 20 minutes; for information, call
563-421-1480, Genesis Medical Center, 1230 E Rusholme St, Davenport,
IA, http://www.genesishealth.com, 12pm Tue Aug 31.
Groups
Kewanee Caregiver Support Group, on the first Tuesday of
the month; provides counseling and resource information for those
who are caring for a senior loved one, and for grandparents currently
raising grandchildren; coffee and cookies provided, lunch available; for
information, call 309-277-0167 or 800-798-0988, Kewanee Senior Center,
219 W 2nd St, Kewanee, IL, 1pm thru Tue Dec 7.
Aledo Caregiver Support Group, on the second Thursday of the
month; provides counseling and resource information for those who
are caring for a senior loved one, and for grandparents currently raising
grandchildren; coffee and cookies provided; for information, call 309-
277-0167 or 800-798-0988, Mercer County Senior Center, 137 W. Main
Street, Aledo, IL, 1:30pm thru Thu Dec 9.
Geneseo Caregiver Support Group, on the second Thursday of
the month; provides counseling and resource information for those
raising grandchildren; held in the conference room by the lunch room;
for information, call 309-277-0167 or 800-798-0988, Hammond Henry
Hospital, 600 N. College Ave., Geneseo, IL, 12pm thru Thu Dec 9.
Scott County/CASI Caregiver Support Group, on the second
Monday of the month; provides counseling and resource information
for those who are caring for a senior loved one, and for grandparents
currently raising grandchildren; $3 lunch available; for information, call
309-277-0167 or 800-798-0988, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W.
Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, 11am thru Mon Dec 13.
General MDA Support Group, on the fourth Wednesday of the
month; for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy;
for information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John
Deere Rd, Moline, IL, thru Wed Dec 15.
Moline/Sage Center “After-work” Caregiver Support Group,
on the third Thursday of the month; provides counseling and resource
information for those who are caring for a senior loved one, and
for grandparents currently raising grandchildren; coffee and light
dessert provided; for information, call 309-277-0167 or 800-798-0988,
Alternatives for the Older Adult, 1518 5th Avenue, Moline, IL, 6:30pm
thru Thu Dec 16.
Moline/InTouch Caregiver Support Group, on the third Tuesday
of the month; provides counseling and resource information for those
raising grandchildren; lunch provided; for information, call 309-277-0167
or 800-798-0988, In Touch Adult Day Care, 4011 Avenue of the Cities,
Moline, IL, 12pm thru Tue Dec 21.

Moline Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group,
on the fourth Thursday of the month; provides counseling and resource
information for grandparents currently raising grandchildren; childcare
available for $2; scholarships available; children need to wear socks; for
information, call 309-277-0167 or 800-798-0988, Moline YMCA, 2040
53rd St, Moline, IL, 6:30pm thru Thu Dec 23.
Smoking Cessation Preview / Support Group, offers a preview
session on how to quit smoking; learn to map out a strategy that is right
for you on your journey to becoming smoke-free; free; for information,
call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System,
http://www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Wed Jun 23.
Services
Trinity VNHA Foot Care Clinic, on Wednesdays; $25 foot
treatments; for an appointment, call 309-779-7600, Trinity Enrichment
Center, 5510 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http://www.trinityqc.com,
1pm thru Wed Dec 29.
Shamanic Counseling, power animal discovery, soul retrieval, and
spiritual counseling; services free to veterans of war; for information,
call Kathleen Collins at 563-332-4361 or e-mail [email protected], thru
Fri Dec 31.
House Clearings and House Blessings, move out stagnant, old
energy and feel safe, comfortable, and at ease; for information, call
Debra at 608-279-4319 or e-mail [email protected], The Healing 33
thru Sat Dec 18. progress or bring your own group; Be a Water Hero, learn all about
Role Playing Club, on Saturdays; for ages 12 & up; play D20-system for information, call 563-344-4175, being a hero on and in the water
role playing games such as Dungeons and Dragons; join a game already Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 when Steve Vacek from the Army
in progress or bring your own group to play with; experience preferred Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Corp of Engineers makes a visit;
but not required; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, for information, call 563-285-4794,
Heart Center, 3481 Utica Ridge Rd., Bettendorf, IA, thru Fri Dec 31 Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. 1pm Sat May 29. ext. 223, Princeton Library, 328
Shamanic Healing Appointments, specializing in soul retrieval, bettendorflibrary.com, 1pm thru Sat Dec 18. Preschool Story Time, free; River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.
ancestral healing, and releasing patterns from the energy field; for Babysitting Club, on the 3rd Monday of the month, for ages 11 for information, call 563-326-7832, scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Mon
information, call Debra at 608-279-4319 or e-mail debramorrill@charter. & up; share your experiences and learn new things to help with your Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Jun 7.
net, The Healing Heart Center, 3481 Utica Ridge Rd., Bettendorf, IA, thru babysitting business; $20/year for new members, free for existing 4-H Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// Game Programming, for
Fri Dec 31 club members; for information and to register, call 309-756-9978, ext www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am ages 13-17; use GameMaker to
Trinity VNHA Foot Care Clinic, $25 foot treatments; for an 10, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Mon May 31. create graphic-oriented computer
appointment, call 309-779-7600, Senior Star at Elmore Place, 4500 yourextension.org, 7pm thru Mon Dec 20. Absolutely Alarming Art: games; no specific programming
Elmore Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www.trinityqc.com, thru Fri Dec 31. Hispanic Teen Leadership Group, on the third Monday of the Poison Frogs, for grades 3-8; art experience required; $195; for
Toning and Chanting, on Fridays; for information, call Colleen at month; open to all teens in junior high and high school; the group will classes taught by Gloria Burlingame, information and to register, call
563-340-4453, 11am thru Fri Dec 31. help teens expand their leadership skills as they help plan community with activities centered on scary 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College
Trinity VNHA Foot Care Clinic, selected Tuesdays, Thursdays, and events, perform community service projects; the experience helps them creatures; to register, call 309-732- Quad City Air Show - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th
Fridays; $25 foot treatments; for an appointment, call 309-779-7600, build their college and work resumes as well as helps them network and 7360, Rock Island Public Library Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.
Trinity VNHA, 106 19th Ave., Ste. 101, Moline, IL, http://www.trinityqc.
com, thru Fri Dec 31.
meet other teens with similar interests; for information, call 309-756-
9978, East Moline Public Library, 740 16th Ave., East Moline, IL, http://
- Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island,
IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
Events edu/youthcamps, 12:30pm Mon
Jun 7 thru Thu Jun 10.
Trinity VNHA Foot Care Clinic, on Wednesdays; $25 foot www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5pm thru Mon Dec 20. 2pm Tue Jun 1. Outdoor Festivals and Events Mad Scientist Scavenger
treatments; for an appointment, call 309-779-7600, Trinity Enrichment Anime Club, on Mondays; hang out and watch selected anime Iowa 4-H Summer Camps, Lab, for ages 8-11; skulk around
Center, 5510 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http://www.trinityqc.com, DVD’s and discuss manga; come with suggestions; free; for information, 29 camps for youths ages 6-16 at
Davenport the library “lab” as you build mad
1pm thru Wed Dec 29. call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, the Iowa 4-H Center along the Des June through August skills with weekly scavenger hunt
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 4pm thru Mon Dec Moines River near Madrid, Iowa, challenges; free; for information,
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27. beginning the first week in June; for call 309-732-7360, Rock Island
Toddler & Preschool Story Time, on Tuesdays; free; for information, information, call 515-795-3338, Scott nless you were planning to spend all Public Library - Main Library, 401
call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot three months reading and re-reading 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
Rock Camp USA Essay Contest, for ages 8-18; win free admission http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am thru Tue Dec 28. Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http:// rockislandlibrary.org, 3pm Mon Jun
to Rock Camp USA by explaining, in 500 words or less, what musician Read to a Dog, on the fourth Tuesday of the month; allows children www.extension.iastate.edu/4hcenter/ my archived Reader articles on your home 7 thru Mon Jul 15.
or band most inspires you to play music, and why; for information, an opportunity to read to dogs, giving new, shy, or inexperienced summercamp/CampDescriptions. computer, there’s absolutely no excuse for Professor H20: Water
readers a friendly and non-judgmental audience that will increase php, Tue Jun 1 thru Mon Jun 7. Investigation, weird and wacky
call 563-326-1333, River Music Experience, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA,
the child’s confidence and growth in reading; register the night of the Story or Craft Time, free; for spending the entire summer cooped up experiments involving water; free;
http://www.rivermusicexperience.org, thru Fri Jun 4.
Davenport Junior Theatre: Summer Enrollment, for ages 3-18; program for a 10-minute time slot to read to one of the three dogs: information, call 563-285-4794, indoors. (Uh ... were you planning to do that? for information, call 563-326-7832,
Amber, Abel, or Connor; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount ext. 223, Blue Grass Library, 114 N. Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
classes begin the week of June 14; developing a child’s ability to speak
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Mississippi St., Blue Grass, IA, http://
No? All right then ... moving on ... .) To be sure, Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://
clearly, confidently, and creatively; for information on classes, call 563-
326-7862, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, davenportlibrary.com, 6:30pm thru Tue Dec 28. www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am the city of Davenport will provide numerous www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm
http://www.davenportjuniortheatre.com, thru Mon Jun 14. Get Your Game On!, on Wednesdays; teens can play video games Wed Jun 2 thru Wed Jul 28. excuses to get out of the house and enjoy some Mon Jun 7.
Games Unplugged, on Tuesdays; board games for all ages; free; for on the Wii and Playstation2, featuring Rock Band, Guitar Hero, DDR, and Toddler & Preschool Story Take the Stage, for ages 11-
information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., Super Smash Bros.; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Time, free; for information, call 563- fresh air. On June 6, downtown Davenport’s 15; learn character development,
Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2:30pm thru Tue Jul 27. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. 285-4794, ext. 223, Buffalo Library, Second Street will be the go-to spot for the movement and more; polish your
Handybuds Special Needs 4-H Club, on the 1st Saturday of davenportlibrary.com, 3pm thru Wed Dec 29. 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, http:// acting skills and learn new tricks
Books Alive! Reader’s Theater, on the last Wednesday of the www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am outdoor GLBT celebration of the QC Pride through storytelling; $129; for
the month; a monthly group for anyone with special needs to enjoy
programs in art, cooking, computers, science and more; families month; fast-paced reading of fun stories for children of all ages; free; Wed Jun 2 thru Wed Jul 28. Street Festival, while the city’s Mississippi information and to register, call
for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Toddler & Preschool Story 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College
encouraged to stay and assist in the programs; for information and to
Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm thru Wed Dec 29. Time, free; for information, call 563-
Valley Fairgrounds welcomes the biker blast of - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th
register, call Rachel Rock at 309-756-9978, ext 28, Rock Island County
Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.yourextension.org, 9am Wednesday Craft-ernoon, on Wednesdays; fun, hands-on crafting 285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton Library, the Sturgis Mississippi River Motorcycle Rally Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.
thru Sat Dec 4. sessions, with all materials provided; for information, call 563-326-7832, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http:// June 16 through 19. Davenport’s LeClaire Park edu/youthcamps, 9am Mon Jun 7
4-H in the City, on the 1st Sunday of the month; activities focus Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am thru Fri Jun 11.
on citizenship, leadership and life skills; activities, games and snacks, www.davenportlibrary.com, 4pm thru Wed Dec 29. Wed Jun 2 thru Wed Jul 28. plays host to the annual commemoration of Build a Sea Critter Contest,
community service ideas, and more at each monthly meeting; $20/year Kids Boot Camp, Tuesdays and Thursdays; free for members’ Toddler Story Time, free; for African-American culture – the Juneteenth thru June 20; create a sea critter
for new members, free for existing 4-H club members; for information kids ages 8 - 13; for information, call 563-355-4741 or e-mail Info@ information, call 563-326-7832, out of anything you want, with
and to register, call 309-756-9978, ext 10, Rock Island County Extension, QCUltimateFitness.com, Ultimate Fitness - Bettendorf, 810 Golden Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Festival – on (fittingly) June 19. Outdoor the base that your sea critter
321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.yourextension.org, 2pm thru Sun Valley Dr., Bettendorf, IA, http://www.QCUltimateFitness.com, thru Thu Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// excitement will come from above with the rests on not larger than 18” x 18”;
Dec 5. Dec 30. www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am all critters will be on display for
Rhyme Tyme Story Time, for pre-K children; stories, songs, Wed Jun 2 thru Wed Jul 28. Davenport Municipal Airport’ s Quad City popular voting from July 1-July 21;
ScrapClub, on the 1st Sunday of the month; members create
fun and creative scrapbook projects and pages; $40/year for kids and crafts based on a central theme; for information, call 309-523- Doodlebugs Preschool Air Show on June 26 and 27 and downtown winning entries will be on display
3440, River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www. Program: Fractured Friends, July 23-28; for information, call
enrolled in a 4H club and $60/year for new members. fee includes most
rivervalleylibrary.org, 10am thru Thu Dec 30. make your own cubist portrait like
Davenport’ s fireworks viewing Red, White, & 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library,
scrapbooking supplies; for information and to register, call 309-756-
9978, ext 10, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, Scott County 4-H Seeks New Members, students in grades Picasso’s, complete with noses askew; Boom! on July 3. Jazz legend Bix Beiderbecke 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
http://www.yourextension.org, 3:30pm thru Sun Dec 5. 4-12 can learn by doing, in areas such as sewing, livestock, fashion, sponsored by the Cedar Rapids will be celebrated in both the Bix Beiderbecke molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 7 thru
Baby Time, on the first Monday of the month; geared for non- woodworking, photography, and more; for information, call 563-359- Museum of Art; for information, call Sun Jun 20.
walkers and their caregivers; includes puppets, songs, stories, and 7577, thru Thu Dec 31. 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Public Memorial Jazz Festival (July 22-25) and the Lego Club, for ages 5-11; free;
age-appropriate activities for babies and care givers to enjoy together; Wii Free Play, free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Library, 500 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, Bix 7 Race (July 24), while the weekend also for information, call 309-732-7360,
for information, call Kathrine Rogers at 563-344-5704, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. IA, http://www.crma.org, 10:30am Rock Island Public Library - Main
bettendorflibrary.com, 3:30pm thru Thu Dec 31. Fri Jun 4. brings with it the annual entertainment of the Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL,
bettendorflibrary.com, 9:15am thru Mon Dec 6. Hola 4-H and Hispanic Teen Leaders Spanish-Speaking Clubs, Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Downtown Davenport Street Festival (July 23- http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
on Fridays; for ages 5-18; a new 4-H opportunity especially designed Mini Vacation Travel Kits & Snacks 4:30pm Mon Jun 7 thru Mon
Nerdposium, on the second Thursday of the month; talk about
for Hispanic families or students interested in advancing their Spanish; for the Road, kids will color maps,
24). Headliners including Dierks Bentley, Kellie Jun 28.
everything from “Star Wars” to YouTube to “Twilight” to LEGOs; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning activities focus on citizenship, leadership and life skills; activities, put together their own mini-sized Pickler, and ZZ Top will take the Mississippi Preschool Story Time, free;
Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3:30pm thru games and snacks, community service opportunities and more at vacation travel kits, and prepare Valley Fairgrounds stage during the six days for information, call 563-326-7832,
Thu Dec 9. each meeting; $20/year for new members, or free for existing 4-H club travel snacks for lunch including BBQ Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Animal Discovery Club, on the 2nd Monday of the month; explore members; for information, contact Jaime Aguilera at 309-756-9978 Ext Sandwich Snackers and Flax Granola of the Great Mississippi Valley Fair (August Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://
a different animal each month, see live animals, take tours to the zoo, 16, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Bars; $12; for information, call 309- 3-8). And on August 20 and 21, downtown www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am
and help out at local animal shelters; field trips, activities and animal extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm thru Fri Dec 31. 793-0684, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Mon Jun 7 thru Mon Jun 28.
explorations; $20/year for new members, free for existing 4-H club Ani-Manga Club, discuss your favorites, preview new releases Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, Davenport again hosts the outdoor-rock-and- Dreadfully Fun Drama,
members; for information and to register, call 309-756-9978, ext 10, (sometimes before they’re available to the general public), and help 10:30am Fri Jun 4. steamin’-ribs weekend that is River Roots Live. for grades 4 & up, with a public
advise the library on items to add; free; for information, call 309-732- Kick-Off Birthday Bash performance on July 2; students
Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.
7330, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, for Library Fish, for every book There, you see? Plenty of reasons not to be work with drama instructor Angela
yourextension.org, 7pm thru Mon Dec 13.
Teen Writers Inspiration Group, on the second Monday of the http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 7pm Thu May 27. Princeton library users read, they cooped up inside with my articles all summer. Rathman to build, rehearse, and
Preschool Story Time, stories, finger plays and hands-on activities will get a vote in the naming of the perform a show; to register, call 309-
month; for ages 12-18; learn new skills, get feedback, and share your
for children ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten; to register, call 309- library’s fish; for information, call
Unless, you know, you really want to do that 732-7360, Rock Island Public Library
writing; free; to register, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210

41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm thru Mon Dec 524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton ... . For more information on Davenport’s - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island,
13. molinelibrary.com, 10am Thu May 27. Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, schedule of summertime activities, visit IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
Gamer’s Afternoon, on the third Thursday of the month; play Toddler Story Time, free; for information, call 563-326-7832, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Mon Jun 7 thru Wed Jun 30.
favorite board and card games such as Monopoly, Munchkin, Magic, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// 4pm Fri Jun 4. DowntownDavenport.com. – Mike Schulz Scare Up a Good Book
and Pokemon, or do Nintendo DS battle with Pokemon Pearl, Diamond, www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu May 27. Baby Story Time, free; for Summer Reading Program, at all
or Platinum; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Baby Story Time, free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount information, call 563-326-7832, Rock island libraries; for information,
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// call 309-732-7360, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, Mon Jun 7 thru
bettendorflibrary.com, 3:30pm thru Thu Dec 16. davenportlibrary.com, 10am Fri May 28. www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Fri Jun 4 thru Jul 30. Fri Jul 16.
Family Story Time & Crafts, on Saturdays; for information, call 563- Doodlebugs Preschool Program: Art in Action!, become moving Make a Splash Water Carnival, the 2010 Summer Reading Program Gaming Unplugged, for ages 12 & up; play board and strategy
326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, pieces of sculpture and paintings; for information, call 319-366-7503, kick-off event; inflatables, crafts, prizes, a dunk tank, presentations by games; for information, call 309-524-2473, Moline Public Library, 3210
IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10pm thru Sat Dec 18. Hiawatha Public Library, 150 West Willman, Hiawatha, IA, http://www. the Davenport Fire Department and Davenport Sailing Club, and more; 41st St, Moline, IL, 4pm Mon Jun 7 thru Mon Jul 26.
Horse Bowl, on Saturdays, for ages 8-18; a contest team that crma.org, 10:30am Fri May 28. free; for information, call 562-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Preschool Storytimes, Mondays at 6:30pm, Tuesdays & Thursdays
studies horses and practices quizzes for competing at local, state and Young Performers’ Open Mic Night, skits, routines, songs, dances, Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 12pm at 10am, Wednesdays at 10am & 2pm; stories, songs, fingerplays and
even national horse bowl events; learn about horses, hippology and monologues, stand-up comedy, and instrumental solos by talents ages Sat Jun 5. action games for ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-344-4194,
even how to become a horse judge; you don’t have to own a horse 4-18; concessions available for purchase; $7; for information, call 309- Make & Take Craft Time, no experience necessary; for information, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://
to participate; for information, contact Teri Carls at 309-654-2838, 788-5433 or e-mail [email protected], The Center for Living Arts, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, www.bettendorflibrary.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 7 thru Thu Jul 29.
Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. 2008 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Fri May 28. http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 9am Sat Jun 5 thru Sat Jul 31. Wee Wiggler Toddler Time, at 9:30 or 10:45am; stories, finger plays
yourextension.org, 2pm thru Sat Dec 18. Family Story Time, free; for information, call 563-326-7832, 5th Annual Summer Youth Musical Theatre Intensive: All Shook and hands-on activities for children 18-36 months with an adult; free;
Kidz Days at RME, on the third Saturday of the month; musical Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// Up, Mon.-Fri. thru June 25, for grades 8-12; theatre intensive on the for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St,
programs for youths; $5 for parent/adult and accompanied children www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Sat May 29. Elvis-meets-Shakespeare musical, with performances June 25 & 26; for Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 7 thru Mon Aug 2.
are free; for information, call 877-326-1333, River Music Experience, 129 Role Playing Group, group composed mostly of teens plays information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, Absolutely Alarming Art: Snakes, for grades 3-8; art classes taught
such games as Dungeons & Dragons or Battle Tech; join a game in Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Mon Jun 7. by Gloria Burlingame, with activities centered on scary creatures; to
34 Main St, Davenport, IA, http://www.rivermusicexperience.org, 10:30am
register, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 when Steve Vacek from the Army Corp of Engineers makes a visit; for
19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 2pm Tue Jun 8. information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Durant Library, 402 6th St.,

Clowning-A-Round, on Tuesdays; for ages 8-17; create your Durant, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Thu Jun 10.
own clown character and learn proper application of makeup in this Bubble Bonanza, create giant bubbles, explore items to see what
interactive class; $83; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, makes the best bubbles, create bubble art, & more; for information, call
Black Hawk College Outreach Center, 301 Avenue of the Cities, East 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA,
Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/ http://www.scottcountylibrary.org,
youthcamps, 9am Tue Jun 8 thru 1pm Thu Jun 10.
Tue Jul 13. Clay on the Potter’s Wheel,
Creature Feature with Thursdays thru July 15, for ages
Niabi Zoo, find out what slinks 8-14; work on the potter’s wheel and
and slithers at the zoo; free; for create hand-built projects using low-
information, call 309-732-7360, fire clay and stoneware clay; $46 plus
Rock Island Public Library - Main $30 materials fee; for information
Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, and to register, call 309-796-8223,
http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, Black Hawk College - Quad City
11am Tue Jun 8. Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL,
DePriest Puppets Present: http://www.bhc.edu/youthcamps,
Aladdin and His Wonderful 5:30pm Thu Jun 10.
Lamp, with hand puppets, rod Crime Scene: Fingerprinting,
puppets, and marionettes; free; Officer Perry will demonstrate how
for information, call 309-524- the police use fingerprints to solve
2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 crimes; free; for information, call 309-
41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. 732-7360, Rock Island Public Library
molinelibrary.com, 2pm Tue Jun 8. - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island,
Duct Tape Creations, craft IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
activity for for ages 11-18; free; 3:30pm Thu Jun 10.
for information, call 309-732- Splashy Crafternoon for
7360, Rock Island Public Library Kids: Decorate Koi Fish, free; for
- Southwest Branch, 9010
Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL,
Exhibit information, call 563-326-7832,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, Pioneers of Quad City Aviation Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://
5:30pm Tue Jun 8. www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm
Family Fun Night with Quad City International Airport Thu Jun 10.
the Bassmeister, with national Through June 30 Preschool Story Time, on
storyteller and comedian Chris Thursdays; free; for information,
Strutz; for information, call 563- call 563-326-7832, Davenport
T
326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, Public Library (Main), 321 Main
3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, he photography exhibit on view at Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
IA, http://www.davenportlibrary. the Quad City International Airport davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu
com, 6pm Tue Jun 8. Jun 10 thru Thu Jul 29.
Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft
through the end of June showcases much Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp:
Tuesday - Flip Flop Makeovers, of the history of aviation in Moline. Hy-Vee Garden Center/Potting
free; no registration required; for Mining the historical archives from Flower Seeds & Garden Party,
information, call 563-326-7832, kids will visit the Garden Center,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 the Quad City International Airport, pick out their favorite flower seeds
N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, many of the photos were sourced from to plant in the Club Room, and
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, prepare a Garden Party lunch
3pm Tue Jun 8. the photographic journals of two local including Fruity Chicken Salad and
Stitch ‘n’ Kitsch: Make Waves aviation pioneers: Pat Miller and Gabe Oven-Fried Vegetable Sticks; $12;
@ Your Library, register by June for information, call 309-793-0684,
8 for June 10 event; young adults
Mosenfelder. Quad City Arts volunteer Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930
are invited to come and create curator Chris Rayburn reproduced the 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 10:30am
scary fish from plastic bottles, selected images for purposes of mixing art, Fri Jun 11.
magazines, and Mod Podge; for Iowa’s Furry Friends, meet
information, call 563-344-4188, history, and aviation in an engaging and Mike from the Wapsi Environmental
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 dynamic visual presentation within one of Center and learn about fur-bearing
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, animals of Iowa with this hands-on
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, this area’s top presentation galleries. Events program; free; for information,
3pm Tue Jun 8. memorialized include the Spirit of St. call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Blue
The Bassmeister Returns!, Grass Library, 114 N. Mississippi
for information, call 563-344-4178, Louis, Charles Lindberg, Amelia Earhart, St., Blue Grass, IA, http://www.
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 the Graf Zeppelin, and the art-noveau scottcountylibrary.org, 4pm Fri
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Jun 11.
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
terminal building of the 1960s. The airport Professor H20: Water
1pm Tue Jun 8. photo exhibit is part of a Quad Cities-wide Investigation, weird and wacky
Monster Math, on Tuesdays; joint presentation called “Take Flight: experiments involving water; free;
fun weekly math games and for information, call 563-326-7832,
activities to build skills; to register, Aviation Adventure!” The promotion Davenport Public Library (Main),
call 309-732-7360, Rock Island includes the IMAX movie Legends of 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA,
Public Library - Main Library, 401 http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www. Flight 3D, a Putnam aviation exhibit 1pm Fri Jun 11.
rockislandlibrary.org, 3pm Tue Jun featuring a flight simulator, the history Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Scare
8 thru Tue Jun 29. Me!, for ages 5-8; scary, mysterious,
Stories in the Park, on
of the Davenport Aviation School, and or science-themed books
Tuesdays; free; for information, call home-built airplane demos, as well as the followed by a related craft; free; for
563-326-7832, Vander Veer Park, Quad City Air Show (June 26-27). More information, call 309-732-7360, Rock
215 W Central Park, Davenport, IA, Island Public Library - Main Library,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, information is available at QCAirport.com, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
11am Tue Jun 8 thru Tue Jun 29. or visit YouTube.com/QCAToday to watch rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Fri
Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Jun 11.
a video tour of the exhibit with curator

Make a Porcupine Fish, free; for Make & Take Craft Time,
information, call 563-326-7832, Rayburn. – Todd McGreevy no experience necessary; for
Davenport Public Library (Main), information, call 563-285-4794, ext.
321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, 223, Walcott Library, 207 S. Main St.,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jun 9. Walcott, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Fri Jun 11.
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Scare Me!, for ages 5-8; scary, Preschool Storytimes, on Fridays; for ages 5 & under; free; for
mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft; information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Fri
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www. Jun 11 thru Jul 16.
rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 9. Operation Family Time Out, for ages birth-6 and their families;
Father’s Day Craft, for ages 6-12; Wed. at 2 & 6:30pm, Thu. at 10am; free activities for children in military families include include swimming,
for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, games, snacks and crafts, YMCA Davenport, 606 W. 2nd St., Davenport,
Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Wed Jun 9 and Thu Jun 10. IA, https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=4105,
Preschool Storytimes, on Wednesdays; for ages 5 & under; 1:30pm Sat Jun 12.
free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library Teen Game Day, play a variety of board and card games and try
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www. out the library’s new Wii; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock
rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 9 thru Wed Jul 14. Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
Tummy Time, on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month; rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am Sat Jun 12.
for ages 0-3 and their caregivers; stories, songs, fingerplays, and action Family Story Time & Crafts, on Saturdays; free; for information,
rhymes; for information, call 563-344-5704, Bettendorf Public Library, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street,
2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary. Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Sat Jun 12 thru
com, 6:30pm Wed Jun 9 thru Wed Aug 25. Sat Jul 24.
Be a Water Hero, learn all about being a hero on and in the water Ultimate Card Gaming, teens are invited to play the latest and
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taught by Gloria Burlingame, with activities centered on scary creatures;
to register, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 2pm Tue

Jun 15.
greatest card games like “Magic: The Gathering” and “Yu-Gi-Oh”; free; Alternative T-Shirt, craft activity for ages 11-18; bring a t-shirt (or
for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. two) to tie-dye, reverse tie-dye, or make into another shirt completely;
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library
Sat Jun 12 thru Sat Jul 24. - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
Camp Shakespeare: Acting, for ages 8-12; learn to use your body, rockislandlibrary.org, 4pm Tue Jun 15.
voice, and imagination to create characters, scenes, and comic bits; Family Fun Night, River Rascals, with the Wapsi Environmental
taught by Brynn Hambly; $100; Education Center; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
for information, call 319-338-7672, Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount
Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert
St., Iowa City, IA, http://www. Events St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue
Jun 15.
riversidetheatre.org, 1:30pm Mon Outdoor Festivals and Events Go, Dog, Go!, the lead of Circa
Jun 14 thru Fri Jun 18.
Exploremore – Can You Dig Rock Island 21’s play “Go, Dog, Go” will be reading
It?, geared toward middle-school the well-loved children’s book
May through August with activities afterwards; free; for
students, a five-day youth camp that
focuses on archeology, architecture, information, call 309-524-2480, Moline
L
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL,
and historic preservation on the et’s say that http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm
estate grounds; $140-$150; for
information and to register, call 319- you landed Tue Jun 15.
Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft
362-7375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden on page 34 and Tuesday - Duct Tape Beach Bags,
Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
brucemore.org, 9am Mon Jun 14
read the calendar- free; no registration required; for
thru Fri Jun 18. section article information, call 563-326-7832,
Help Us Grow an Octopus Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Garden, help create a piece to add
on Davenport’s Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://
to our Octopus Garden mural; free; summertime www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm
Tue Jun 15.
for information, call 563-285-4794, happenings and Ocean Origami, no experience is
ext. 223, Walcott Library, 207 S.
Main St., Walcott, IA, http://www. are now thinking required as local origami enthusiast
Theresa Kraft teaches you how to
scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Mon to yourself, “But I live in Rock Island! Isn’t make fun ocean creatures with folding
Jun 14.
Hy-Vee Kids’ Club: Fun in the there anything to do that doesn’t involve me paper; free; for information, call 563-
309-762-6610 Kitchen, register by May 14 for June crossing the Mississippi?!” My response is 285-4794, ext. 223, Walcott Library, 207
S. Main St., Walcott, IA, http://www.
16 class; Hy-Vee dietitian Chrissy
www.qcmusicguild.com Mitzel will show you how to prepare
twofold: (1) “Hey, I live in Rock Island, too, scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Tue
a tasty and nutritious dinner that and you don’t hear me complaining!” and Jun 15.
presents… your kids will love; $7 per child and
adult team; $3 for each additional
(2) “Yes.” In fact, Rock Island even gets the
PBS SuperWhy, meet the
Wyatt character of SuperWhy, and
child; for more information, contact jump on the summer’s outdoor-event scene, enjoy hands-on activities; free; for
information, call 309-524-2480, Moline
Chrissy at 309-793-0684 or cmitzel@ when May 31 brings with it all manner of Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL,
hy-vee.com, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club
Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, cyclists whizzing through the District streets http://www.molinelibrary.com, 2pm
6pm Mon Jun 14. in the 45th Annual Modern Woodmen Bank TueShark Jun 15.
School, facts, stories, and
Jump “Write” In, invent your
own story and character and
Quad Cities Criterium. Bands with such spicy fun activities about these amazing
illustrate and design your pages for monikers as Hurricane Gumbo, Gumbohead, creatures of the seas; for information,
your book; $74; for information and call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf
to register, call 309-796-8223, Black
and the Funky Butt Brass Band will play the Public Library, 2950 Learning
Hawk College Outreach Center, 301 District’s outdoor stages during this year’s Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Tue
Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, IL, Cajun-flavored Gumbo Ya Ya festival on June Jun 15.
June 11, 12, 13, http://www.bhc.edu/youthcamps,
10am Mon Jun 14 thru Fri Jun 18.
Knox College for Kids, a
11 and 12, while the June 18 and 19 weekend
finds the rockers of Chevelle headlining the
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Scare
Me!, for ages 5-8; scary, mysterious or
17, 18, 19, 20 summer enrichment program that science-themed books followed by
will offer 48 courses in art, music, annual Rock the District celebration. Sharing a related craft; free; for information,
theatre, dance, literature, writing, an airborne stage over the river, Rock Island call 309-732-7360, Rock Island
Prospect Park Auditorium, Moline history, mathematics, science and
will join Davenport in delivering a night
Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059
30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
languages; the regular program
Curtain Times 7:30pm Thurs, Fri, Sat, and 2:00pm Sun for students entering grades three of fireworks-laden fun with the July 3 Red, rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am Tue
Jun 15.
through nine offers 17 courses White, & Boom! fiesta, while another street Preschool Storytimes, on
Tickets: $15 in art, music, theater and dance;
12 in history and social science; party – one marking the sixth anniversary Tuesdays; for ages 5 & under; free; for
information, call 309-732-7360, Rock
Children $10 14 in science, mathematics and
technology; and five in languages;
of the Daiquiri Factory’s opening – will take Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
a junior program, designed for place in the District on the evenings of July 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://
www.rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am
students entering first or second 16 and 17. And for a taste of the islands Tue Jun 15 thru Tue Jul 6.
grades in the fall, features three
classes that cover literature and
without leaving the comforts of the Midwest, Creature Feature with Niabi Zoo,
theater, dance and movement, and Rock Island’s summer-event season wraps find out what slinks and slithers at
mathematics and science; $115; for the zoo; free; for information, call 309-
information, call 309-341-7500, Knox
up with the August 13 and 14 excitement of 732-7360, Rock Island Public Library
College, Galesburg, IL, http://www. Ya Maka My Weekend, featuring the finest - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood
Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
knox.edu/college4kids.xml, Mon in Caribbean music, food, culture, arts, and rockislandlibrary.org, 11am Wed
Jun 14 thru Fri Jun 25.
Professor H20: Sun, Soil, crafts. So have a great time in Rock Island Jun 16.
Ocean Origami, no experience is
Water, and Air, weird and wacky this summer! Or, as they’d say in the official required as local origami enthusiast
experiments involving water; free;
language of Jamaica, “Have a great time Theresa Kraft teaches you how to
for information, call 563-326-7832,

Valid now through 6/10/10. Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://
in Rock Island this summer!” For more make fun ocean creatures with
folding paper; free; for information,
www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm
information on the city’s line-up of events, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton
Mon Jun 14. visit RIDistrict.com. – Mike Schulz Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA,
Puppetry Workshop Camp for http://www.scottcountylibrary.org,
Teens, for ages 13-18; led by Stefano 10am Wed Jun 16.
Brancato of the Ballard Institute of Puppetry; explore shadow puppetry, Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Aquarium Paper Plate Diorama,
mask performance, movement, story-writing, and more; concludes free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main),
with a Saturday showcase for the public; $175; for information and to 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm
register, call 563-326-7862, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Wed Jun 16.
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportjuniortheatre.com, 9:30am Mon Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Mystery Fun, for ages 5-8; scary,
Jun 14 thru Fri Jun 19. mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft;
Writer’s Workshop, for ages 11-18; free; for information, call 309- free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library
732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm Mon Jun 14. rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 16.
101 West River Drive, Davenport, IA 52801 Lego Club, for ages 5-11; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, LEGO at the Library, for grades 1-6; build something that supports
www.rhythmcitycasino.com Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, the month’s water theme, then take a photo of your item and post
http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 4:30pm Mon Jun 14. it on the library’s website; free; for information, call 563-285-4794,
© 2010 Isle of Capri Casinos, Inc. Must be 21 or older. Management reserves the right to cancel or change the promotion
Little Tykes, stories and activities for ages 0-5 and their parents; free; ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.
at any time without prior notification. Limit one per person per day. Not valid with any other offer. Gambling a problem?
for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Wed Jun 16.
There is help. And hope. Call 1-800-BETS-OFF. Reader 5/27 Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6pm Mon Jun 14. Big Balloon Challenge Show, a fast-paced balloon sculptors
challenge show featuring magic, music, balloon art, and audience
36 Absolutely Alarming Art: Mosquitoes, for grades 3-8; art classes
participation; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Absolutely Alarming Art: Spiders, for grades 3-8; art classes taught
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 10am by Gloria Burlingame, with activities centered on scary creatures; to

Thu Jun 17. register, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401
Go, Dog, Go!, meet and read with the star of Circa ‘21’s family 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 2pm Tue Jun 22.
production; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Let’s Go Duplo, for grades pre-K thru K; young builders hear a story
Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www. and are challenged to build a special creation with Duplo blocks; free; for
rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm Thu Jun 17. information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Create a Balloon Octopus, free; Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Tue Jun 22.
for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Death of a Vampire: Murder Mystery, for ages 11-18; come
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm dressed in costume and be prepared to figure out a mystery; free; for
Thu Jun 17. information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
Let’s Go Duplo, for grades pre-K thru K; young builders hear a story 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 5:30pm Tue
and are challenged to build a special creation with Duplo blocks; free; for Jun 22.
information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Family Fun Night, Water Critters, with Greg Wolf; for information,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Thu Jun 17. call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Father’s Day Chore Wheels & Dad’s Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jun 22.
Favorite Lunch, kids will make dad the perfect Father’s Day gift, a chore Mad Science Water Show, water-based science experiments with
wheel, and prepare a lunch of Pepperoni Calzones, Green Bean Dippers, audience participation; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline
and Chocolate Yogurt Cake; $12; for information, call 309-793-0684, Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 10:30am 1pm Tue Jun 22.
Fri Jun 18. Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft Tuesday - Bleach Party, decorate tank
Professor H20: Sun, Soil, Water, and Air, weird and wacky tops with bleach pens; free; no registration required; for information,
experiments involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jun 22.
www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Fri Jun 18. Tacky the Penguin’s Polar Bash, meet the children’s-book character
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Mystery Fun, for ages 5-8; scary, in person, listen to one of his adventures, make a craft, and enjoy a cold
mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft; free; for treat!; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Walcott Library,
information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 207 S. Main St., Walcott, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm
401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Fri Tue Jun 22.
Jun 18. Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Mystery Fun, for ages 5-8; scary,
Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament, a 32-person tournament for mysterious or science-themed books followed by a related craft; free; for
the Nintendo Wii; contests will be 1 on 1 with for 3 minutes, no Smash information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
Ball, and on the Final Destination location; the winner of the June 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am
tournament will face the winner of the July tournament to see who is Tue Jun 22.
the ultimate champ on July 29; registration required.; for information, Camp Creamery: Just Clowning Around, day camp for ages 7-12;
call 563-344-4188, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, campers design their own clown make-up and take part in a juggling
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jun 18. tutorial before presenting their final Big Top performance; $35 includes
Cemetery Tour, sponsored by the Rock Island Public Library; author a T-shirt and snack; for information and to register, contact Jackie McCall
Minda Powers-Douglas will lead a tour of the cemetery, just for teens; at 319-622-6034 or [email protected], Old Creamery Theatre,
register by calling 732-7330 or e-mailing [email protected], 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 12:30pm Tue
Chippiannock Cemetery, 1901 12th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www. Jun 22
rockislandlibrary.org, 10am Sat Jun 19. Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Fishes in the Sea Tabletop
Father’s Day Fun, make a card or gift for Dad; free; for information, Decoration, free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Sat Jun 19. davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jun 23.
Let’s Go Duplo, for grades pre-K thru K; young builders hear a story Tacky the Penguin’s Polar Bash, meet the children’s-book character
and are challenged to build a special creation with Duplo blocks; free; for in person, listen to one of his adventures, make a craft, and enjoy a cold
information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., treat!; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Buffalo Library,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Tue Jun 22. 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am
Toddler & Preschool Story Time, free; for information, call 563- Wed Jun 23.
285-4794, ext. 223, Durant Library, 402 6th St., Durant, IA, http://www. Wild & Wacky Book Fun: The Science Lab Is in the Basement,
scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Sat Jun 19. for ages 5-8; scary, mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a
Battle Bots Using LEGO, for ages 8-17; using advanced LEGO parts, related craft; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public
learn how to design and build motorized battle vehicles to flip, push or Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://
smash opponent’s vehicles; $149; for information and to register, call www.rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 23.
Friday June 11 Saturday June 12

309-796-8223, Black Hawk College Outreach Center, 301 Avenue of the “Eclipse” Party, celebrate the release of the third “Twilight” movie;
Cities, East Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/youthcamps, 1pm Mon Jun trivia, crafts, music, and the chance to win a gift certificate to Great
21 thru Fri Jun 25. Escape Theaters; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public
LEGO at the Library, for grades 1-6; build something that supports Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6pm
the month’s water theme, then take a photo of your item and post Thu Jun 24.
it on the library’s website; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, Ghosts in the Library?, for ages 12 & up; the Rock Island Paranormal
ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www. Group spent the night in the library looking for otherworldly activity
scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Mon Jun 21. - come learn what they found; free; for information, call 309-732-7360,
Camp Shakespeare: Fast Thoughts and Fist Fights!, for ages 10- Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http:// Two Stages
14; learn basic improvisational and stage-combat techniques including www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm Thu Jun 24. Cajun, Zydeco, Jazz & Blues
safely-executed slaps, hair pulls, groin kicks, and more; taught by Cristina Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Make a Hawaiian Lei, free; for
Panfilio; $100; for information, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Variety of Foods & Cold Beverages
Festival Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Vendor Marketplace
org, 10am Mon Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. Thu Jun 24.
Katie Badger, concert with children’s-music singer; for information, Tacky the Penguin’s Polar Bash, meet the children’s-book character Crawfish Eating Contest
call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, in person, listen to one of his adventures, make a craft, and enjoy a cold Street Performers
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 10:30am Mon Jun 21. treat!; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Durant Library,
Mad Science, science experiments with Mad Science of Peoria; free; 402 6th St., Durant, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Thu Trip Giveaway
for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Jun 24. Beads
Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 11am Tacky the Penguin’s Polar Bash, meet the children’s-book character
Mon Jun 21. in person, listen to one of his adventures, make a craft, and enjoy a cold
Professor H20: Sand on the Stage, weird and wacky experiments treat!; Thursday 3pm, Friday 10am; free; for information, call 563-285-
involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount 4794, ext. 223, Blue Grass Library, 114 N. Mississippi St., Blue Grass, IA,
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, Thu Jun 24 and Fri Jun 25.
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Mon Jun 21. Doodlebugs Preschool Program: Action Jackson, create Jackson
Shark School, for ages 3-6; story time about sharks, presented Pollock-style “fireworks” paintings by playing the Action Jackson game;

by Tami Finley; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public sponsored by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art; for information, call
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm 319-366-7503, Hiawatha Public Library, 150 West Willman, Hiawatha, IA,
Mon Jun 21. http://www.crma.org, 10:30am Fri Jun 25.
Tacky the Penguin’s Polar Bash, meet the children’s-book character Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Independence Day Party Crowns
in person, listen to one of his adventures, make a craft, and enjoy a cold & Cookout, kids will create their own 4th of July party crowns to
treat!; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton Library, wear to their favorite celebration this year, and enjoy a cookout with
328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Homemade Lemonade, Hot Dog Minis, and Yummy Broccoli Slaw; $12;
Mon Jun 21. for information, call 309-793-0684, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930
Whodonit! A Kid Caper, for grades K-3; create a mysterious story 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 10:30am Fri Jun 25.
using detective and mystery stories as your inspiration; led by Lauren Professor H20: Sand on the Stage, weird and wacky experiments All the ingredients for a great time
Brickman; $100; a workshop in the Englert School for Performing Arts;
for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington
St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, 10:30am Mon Jun 21 thru
involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Fri Jun 25. gumboyayafestival.com
Downtown Rock Island
Fri Jun 25. Sea Serpent Soiree, create a sea serpent hand puppet; free; for
Wizards, Witches, and Warlocks! Oh My!, for grades K-3; make information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr.,
masks, wands, and capes, make up stories, and participate in theatre Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 4pm Fri Jun 25.
games; led by Lauren Brickman; a workshop in the Englert School for Wild & Wacky Book Fun: The Science Lab Is in the Basement,
Performing Arts; $90; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, for ages 5-8; scary, mysterious, or science-themed books followed by
221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, 9am Mon a related craft; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island
Jun 21 thru Fri Jun 25. Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
Lego Club, for ages 5-11; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Fri Jun 25.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Teen Book Club, for ages 11 & up; members get to keep a copy of
Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 4:30pm Mon Jun 21. each book discussed; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island
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Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: A Hanging Koi Craft, free; for Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft Tuesday - Altered Photo Frames, free; http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Fri Jul 9.
information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 no registration required; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Wild & Wacky Book Fun: What’s in Your Backyard?, for ages 5-8;
Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. scary, mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft;
Jun 30. davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jul 6. free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Monster Art, for ages 5-8; scary, Mystifying Magic with Rick Eugene, free; for information, call Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www. mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft; 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 9:30am Fri Jul 9.
rockislandlibrary.org, 4pm Fri Jun 25. free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 1pm Operation Family Time Out, for ages birth-6 and their families;
Camp Creamery: Am I Bugging You?, day camp for ages 7-12; - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www. Tue Jul 6. free activities for children in military families include include swimming,
campers design their own whimsical insect costume before presenting rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 30. Stitch ‘n’ Kitsch: Make Waves @ Your Library, register by July 6 for games, snacks and crafts, Two Rivers YMCA, 2040 53rd St, Moline, IL,
their final Bug-tastic performance; $35 includes a T-shirt and snack; for Meet the Snakeman, Gary Liesen discusses the reptiles, and lets July 8 event; young adults are invited to come and create scary fish from https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=4105,
information and to register, contact Jackie McCall at 319-622-6034 or kids meet snakes up close; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, plastic bottles, magazines, and Mod Podge; for information, call 563-344- 1:30pm Sat Jul 10.
[email protected], Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www. 4188, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Reverse Tie Dye, for ages 12-18; for information and to register, call
IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 12:30pm Fri Jun 25. scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Thu Jul 1. http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jul 6. 309-524-2473, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
Live Clue or Murder Mystery, for ages 12-18; bring a board game Park Ranger Steve Vacek Hosts: Water Safety, best for ages 8-12; Theatre Spotlight: Annie, meet cast members and see a sneak molinelibrary.com, 3pm Sat Jul 10.
classic to life as you travel from room to room, collect clues and try to learn all about water safety through active participation in a life-jacket peek of Countryside Community Theatre’s summer musical; free; for Tie Dye, at 10am & 2pm, for ages 6-12; bring a clean, white cotton
figure out “who done it”, where and with what; free; for information, call fashion show and relay race; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., t-shirt and your imagination; wear old clothes; free; for information, call
309-524-2473, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molin, 1pm Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Tue Jul 6. 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, 2pm Sat Jun 26. Thu Jul 1. Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Monster Art, for ages 5-8; scary, molinelibrary.com, Sat Jul 10.
“Eclipse” Party, play “Twilight”-related games and make crafts; Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Design a Frog Pouch, free; for mysterious or science-themed books followed by a related craft; free; for Teen Game Day, play a variety of board and card games and try
contests, photos, prizes, and more; for information, call 563-326-7832, information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch, out the library’s new Wii; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock
Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
www.davenportlibrary.com, 5:30pm Mon Jun 28. Thu Jul 1. Tue Jul 6. rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am Sat Jul 10.
Be a Water Hero, learn all about being a hero on and in the water Doodlebugs Preschool Program: Good Point!, look at Seurat’s Book Bunch Club, on Tuesdays; book-related activities for children H20-lympics, play with and explore the properties of water with
when Steve Vacek from the Army Corp of Engineers makes a visit; for famous “Sunday Afternoon” painting and create Pointillist works of art; ages 7-9; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, Reba Reddick, Naturalist from the Cedar County Conservation Board; free;
information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., sponsored by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art; for information, call 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue Jul for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Durant Library, 402 6th St.,
Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Mon Jun 28. 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Public Library, 500 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 6 thru Tue Jul 27. Durant, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Sun Jul 11.
LOL! Laugh Out Loud Comedy Workshop, for grades 6-8; funny- http://www.crma.org, 10:30am Fri Jul 2. Rock Island Paranormal, for ages 12 & up; the Rock Island Professor H20: Going Underground with Groundwater, weird
bone workshop that will teach students the basic fundamentals of how Professor H20: Build a Sandy Beach, weird and wacky experiments Paranormal Group will discuss the art of hunting ghosts and share some and wacky experiments involving water; free; for information, call 563-
to structure a stand-up routine or sketch; led by Lauren Brickman; $100; involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport their true and scary stories; free; for information, call 309-524-2473, 326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
a workshop in the Englert School for Performing Arts; for information, Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www. Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary. http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Mon Jul 12.
call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Fri Jul 2. com, 7pm Wed Jul 7. Program by Rock Island County Corps of Engineers, for
http://www.englert.org, 10am Mon Jun 28 thru Fri Jul 2. Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Monster Art, for ages 5-8; scary, Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Paperback Whale, free; for information, call 563-344-4194, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Ollie DePriest Puppets Present “Aladdin”, award-winning puppet mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm
show from DePriest Family Puppets; free; for information, call 309-732- information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Mon Jul 12.
7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Fri Wed Jul 7. Lego Club, for ages 5-11; free; for information, call 309-732-7360,
http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 2pm Mon Jun 28. Jul 2. Wild & Wacky Book Fun: What’s in Your Backyard?, for ages Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL,
Professor H20: Build a Sandy Beach, weird and wacky experiments Operation Family Time Out, for ages birth-6 and their families; 5-8; scary, mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 4:30pm Mon Jul 12.
involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount free activities for children in military families include include swimming, craft; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library Little Tykes, stories and activities for ages 0-5 and their parents; free;
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. games, snacks and crafts, Camp Abe Lincoln, RR 1 Box 455, Blue Grass, IA, - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www. for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St,
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Mon Jun 28. https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=4105, Sun rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jul 7. Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6pm Mon Jul 12.
Make & Take Craft Time, no experience necessary; for information, Jul 4 thru Fri Jul 9. Niabi Zoo Animals in the Library, zookeepers will bring a variety SMART Bus Visit, programs about ecology and the environment,
call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Walcott Library, 207 S. Main St., Walcott, IA, 5th Annual Summer Youth Musical Theatre Intensive: Godspell, of zoo animals to the library, and deliver a program about the animals; with free books to all kids in attendance; free; for information, call 563-
http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Mon Jun 28. Mon.-Fri. thru July 16, for grades 3-7; theatre intensive on Stephen free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st 326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
Solar Sprint: Blast off with Solar Energy, for ages 12-14; build your Schwartz’s beloved inspirational musical, with performances July 16 & 17; St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jul 7, 11am Thu http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 2:30pm Mon Jul 12.
own model solar car made out of balsa wood, plastic wheels, a motor and for information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Jul 8. Teen Craft Night, for ages 11-18; make an animaguri for yourself or a
a small solar module; $133; for information and to register, call 309-796- Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Mon Jul 5. Junior Theatre Performance, on Wednesdays; production by the friend; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library
8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, Little Red Riding Hood Camp Creamery, for ages 7-15; work area’s organization’s student talents; for information, call 563-326-7832, - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org,
http://www.bhc.edu/youthcamps, 9am Mon Jun 28 thru Fri Jul 2. and perform with professional actors from The Old Creamery Theatre Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http:// 6pm Mon Jul 12.
Pajama Story Time, bring your favorite stuffed animal and hear new Company on a stage version of the fairy tale; be a woodcutter, a bunny, a www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Wed Jul 7 thru Wed Jul 28. Video Game Making (on-site online), for ages 8-17; learn how
stories; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, wolf, Little Red Riding Hood, or one of her best friends; all campers will be Be a Water Hero, learn all about being a hero on and in the water to design and modify arcade-style video games and how to control
3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jun 28. in the final performance for family and friends on July 9 at 7:30pm; $100; when Steve Vacek from the Army Corp of Engineers makes a visit; for characters, objects and outcomes in the game; $149; for information and
“Eclipse” Premiere Party, for ages 12-19; food, games, a screening of kids should bring a sack lunch every day; for information, call 319-622- information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus,
“Cirque du Freak: The Vampire Assistant,” and prizes; free; for information, 6034 or e-mail [email protected], Clear Creek Amana Elementary Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Thu Jul 8. 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/youthcamps, 9:30am
call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, School, 3023 220th Trail, Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 10am Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Beaded Jellyfish, free; for Mon Jul 12 thru Fri Jul 16.
Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 5pm Tue Jun 29. Mon Jul 5 thru Fri Jul 9. information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Junior Theatre Performance, production by the area’s organization’s
Absolutely Alarming Art: Sea Creatures, for grades 3-8; art classes Absolutely Alarming Art: Dragons, for grades 3-8; art classes taught Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm student talents; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
taught by Gloria Burlingame, with activities centered on scary creatures; by Gloria Burlingame, with activities centered on scary creatures; to Thu Jul 8. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
to register, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, register, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 Preschool Story Time, on Thursdays; stories, finger plays and davenportlibrary.com, 10am Mon Jul 12.
401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 2pm Tue 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 2pm Tue Jul 6. hands-on activities for children ages 3-5 not yet in kindergarten; free; Art in the Middle: Drawing, art class for middle-school students;
Jun 29. Camp Shakespeare: Dramatic Quest, for ages 5-7; learn to create for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, bring a 9x12 or larger sketch pad and samples of art completed outside
Comedy Magic of Rick Eugene, magic for all ages; free; for characters, overcome obstacles, and set off on a dramatic adventure; Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 10am Thu Jul 8 thru Thu of class; expand your skills and knowledge of drawing techniques and
information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, taught by Brynn Hambly; $80; for information, call 319-338-7672, Jul 29. materials such as pen, pencil, pastel, oil pastel, and mixed media; with
Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 1pm Tue Jun 29. Riverside Theatre Festival Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, http:// Be a Water Hero, learn all about being a hero on and in the water guided tours and interactive studio discussions; for information and to
Family Fun Night, The Good, the Bad... and the Slimy, with Nahant www.riversidetheatre.org, 9am Tue Jul 6 thru Fri Jul 9. when Steve Vacek from the Army Corp of Engineers makes a visit; for register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport,
Marsh educator Brian Ritter discussing and showing turtles, snakes, Family Fun Night, a presentation on “Ocean’s Alive,” with the Putnam information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Walcott Library, 207 S. Main St., IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, 9am Tue Jul 13.
lizards, frogs, and salamanders; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Museum’s Sally Peterson; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Walcott, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Fri Jul 9. Family Fun Night, Riverside Rumble, with acclaimed storyteller Reid
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Summer-Salt Jars & Fiesta, kids will Miller; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000
www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jun 29. davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jul 6. create a colorful work of art out of coloring sand and enjoy a fiesta with N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm
Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft Tuesday - Funky Cool Glasses, free; Health Careers Adventure Camp, reserve by July 6 for camp Mini Taco Bowls and Fruity Fruit Dip; $12; for information, call 309-793- Tue Jul 13.
no registration required; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount running July 26-30; for grades 7-8; experience the challenges, 0684, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft Tuesday - Looney Balloons, free; no
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. opportunities and rewards of health professions through hands-on 10:30am Fri Jul 9. registration required; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jun 29. learning sessions provided by faculty and practicing clinicians; daily Professor H20: Wet All Over, weird and wacky experiments Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: The Science Lab Is in the Basement, activities in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jul 13.
for ages 5-8; scary, mysterious or science-themed books followed by pathology, social work, exercise science, pharmacy and medicine; learn Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www. Riverside Rumble with Reid Miller, stories, songs, poems & puppets
a related craft; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island how to check vital signs, perform CPR, take health assessments, and davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Fri Jul 9. for all ages by master storyteller; free; for information, call 309-732-7360,
Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www. choose healthy behaviors for themselves; travel to clinics throughout Shell Jewelry Workshop, create jewelry with the jewels of the sea; Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock
rockislandlibrary.org, 10:30am Tue Jun 29. the area and have the opportunity to job-shadow professionals in two free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Princeton Library, 328 Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 10am Tue Jul 13.
Snakeman Program, Gary Liesen discusses the reptiles, and lets different areas of healthcare; $35; for information and to register, contact River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 4pm Fri Jul 9. Teen Gaming Night, for ages 11-18; play a variety of board and card
kids meet snakes up close; for information, call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf Christine Urish at 563-333-6277 or [email protected], St. Ambrose Wet, Wild, & Wacky Stories with Babs, Babs Trieber reads wet & wild games and try out the library’s new Wii; free; for information, call 309-732-
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu, 8:30am tales, and kids create craft projects to take home; free; for information, 7360, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood
bettendorflibrary.com, 1 & 6:30pm Wed Jun 30. Tue Jul 6. call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm Tue Jul 13.
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polish and fine tune your make-up, smile, walk, clothes, manners and Build-a-Boat Races, create your boat with the materials on hand & Hy-Vee Kids’ Wake & Bake Pajama Party, a morning of baking
posture in this interactive class led by a professional model; $80; for prepare to see whose is fastest; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, breakfast in your PJ’s; Club Room manager Amy will assist kids in baking

information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College ext. 223, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www. three breakfast recipes; $8; for information and to register, call 309-732-
- Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/ scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Sat Jul 24. PARK, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL,
youthcamps, 10am Mon Jul 19 thru Fri Jul 23. Toddler & Preschool Story Time, free; for information, call 563- 8:30am Sat Aug 7.
Under the Sea Party, celebrate the Make a Splash @ Your Library
Lego Club, for ages 5-11; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, 285-4794, ext. 223, Durant Library, 402 6th St., Durant, IA, http://www. American Red Cross Babysitting Class, for ages 11-14; to register,
theme; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Walcott Library,
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Sat Jul 24. call 309-743-2166, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
207 S. Main St., Walcott, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Tue
Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 4:30pm Mon Jul 19. Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Summer Puppet Camp, for ages 6- Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 9:30am Tue Aug 10.
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Junior Theatre Performance, production by the area’s organization’s 12, thru July 30; led by Duffe DeFrance; each participant will build several Hy-Vee Kids’ Club: Fun in the Kitchen, register by Aug. 12 for Aug.
Art in the Middle: Painting, art class for middle-school students;
student talents; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount puppets of different styles and learn how to work with them, then the 21 class; Hy-Vee dietitian Chrissy Mitzel will show you how to prepare a
bring a 9x12 or larger sketch pad and samples of art completed outside
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. grow will present a show at the end of the week; $145; for information tasty and nutritious lunch that your kids will love; $7 per child and adult
of class; explore painting and brush techniques in acrylic and tempera
davenportlibrary.com, 10am Mon Jul 19. and to register, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail [email protected], Owl team; $3 for each additional child; for more information, contact Chrissy
paints, ink, and watercolor, and experiment in different mediums and on
Deere-Wiman Summer Camp, for ages 10-12, focusing on life in Glass Puppetry Center, 319 N. Calhoun, West Liberty, IA, http://www. at 309-793-0684 or [email protected], Hy-Vee Rock Island Club
various surfaces; with guided tours and interactive studio discussions; for
the 1800s; activities include loading a wagon, making rag rugs, cooking PuppetsPuppets.com, 10am Mon Jul 26. Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 11am Thu Aug 12.
information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W
pioneer foods, making and playing games from the 1800s, writing with Musical Comedy, for grades 9-12; class will combine vocal Young Performers’ Open Mic Night, skits, routines, songs, dances,
2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.figgeartmuseum.org, 9am Wed Jul 14.
a quill pen (using ink made from berries), making salt maps, exploring technique with using the power of emotion and character to create monologues, stand-up comedy, and instrumental solos by talents ages
Build-a-Boat, use household recyclables to craft the best boat, then
genealogy, and making gravestone rubbings; $75 includes lunch, snacks, a memorable performance; the workshop week concludes with a 4-18; concessions available for purchase; $7; for information, call 309-
test the boats in a small tub of water to see which will hold the largest
supplies and all activities; for information, call 309-743-2701 or e-mail showcase performance for family and friends; led by Eric Forsythe and 788-5433 or e-mail [email protected], The Center for Living Arts,
weight; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Durant Library,
[email protected], Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817 11th Kristen Behrendt-DeGrazia; $175; a workshop in the Englert School for 2008 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.center4living.com, Fri Aug 13.
402 6th St., Durant, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Wed
Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.butterworthcenter.com, 8:30am Mon Jul 19 Performing Arts; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 Operation Family Time Out, for ages birth-6 and their families;
Jul 14.
thru Fri Jul 23. East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, 10am Mon Jul free activities for children in military families include include swimming,
Dan’s Reading Road Trip, a visit from PBS’ Dan Wardell, at 1 & 2pm;
Fax Gilbert, mimes, masks, magic, crazy comedy skits & more, for all 26 thru Fri Jul 30. games, snacks and crafts, Bettendorf Family YMCA, 3800 Tanglefoot
ages; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library Professor H20: Kelp Critters, weird and wacky experiments Lane, Bettendorf, IA, https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/
- Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount ?RegistrationID=4105, 1:30pm Sat Aug 14.
Wed Jul 14.
9:30am Mon Jul 19. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Kids’ Experience, for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf
Make a Splash - READ! with Dan Wardell on His Reading Road
Hy-Vee Kids’ Club: Fun in the Kitchen, register by July 19 for July 21 davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Mon Jul 26. Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
Trip, reading program with IPTV kids’ show host; 45-minute sessions at
class; Hy-Vee dietitian Chrissy Mitzel will show you how to prepare a tasty Robotics Academy, for ages 10-17; using advanced LEGO parts, bettendorflibrary.com, Sat Aug 21.
10 & 11am; for information, call 563-344-4188, Bettendorf Public Library,
2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary. and nutritious lunch that your kids will love; $7 per child and adult team; build a robot and program it through wireless communication; $149;
com, 10am Wed Jul 14. $3 for each additional child; for more information, contact Chrissy at 309- for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College
Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Life-sized Jellyfish, free; for 793-0684 or [email protected], Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930 - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/
information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 11am Mon Jul 19. youthcamps, 9:30am Mon Jul 26 thru Fri Jul 30.
Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Professor H20: Otters in Action, weird and wacky experiments Pajama Story Time, bring your favorite stuffed animal and hear new What in the World is Behavioral Interviewing, and Why Do
Jul 14. involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount stories; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, I Have to Do it?: More Than You Ever Wanted to Know About
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Is the Library Haunted?, for ages 5-8; Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jul 26. Resumes, presented by Suzette Walker and Lois Willis of the Illinois
scary, mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft; davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Mon Jul 19. Shakespeare Workshop Camp for Kids, for ages 13-18; led by Department of Employment Security; for information, call 309-524-
free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library Family Fun Night, Karaoke Night, with Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke; Andrew Wade, former Head of Voice for London’s Royal Shakespeare 2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, http://www. for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Company; immerse yourself in the craft of Shakespearean language, molinelibrary.com, 9am Thu May 27.
rockislandlibrary.org, 9:30am Wed Jul 14. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm with particular focus on “Romero & Juliet” and “Macbeth”; $200; for Yikes! What Are Asian Carp?, with Kelly Baerwaldt, Corps of
Art in the Middle: Sculpture, art class for middle-school students; Tue Jul 20. information, call 563-326-7862, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Engineers; learn how to identify the species, why they are dangerous
bring a 9x12 or larger sketch pad and samples of art completed outside Karaoke Night & Partay!, with Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke; teen Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportjuniortheatre.com, 12:15pm to native populations, and what is being done to prevent spreading; a
of class; experiment with clay, wood, wire, cardboard, foam, and a wide competition begins at 4pm; win prizes and sing favorite songs; Mon Jul 26 thru Fri Jul 30. River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969
assortment of usual and unusual materials; with guided tours and refreshments served; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Family Fun Night, Bubble Bonanza with the Family Museum; or e-mail [email protected], Celebration Belle, 2501 River
interactive studio discussions; for information and to register, call 563- Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 1 and
326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www. davenportlibrary.com, 4pm Tue Jul 20. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Thu Jun 3.
figgeartmuseum.org, 9am Thu Jul 15. Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft Tuesday - Tie It & Dye It, free; no Tue Jul 27. Applying for Federal Jobs, presented by Ken Lilly of the Illinois
Chick-fil-A Cow at the Library, meet the Chick-fil-A cow in the registration required; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Makin’ Waves: Teen Craft Tuesday - Summer’s End Beach Party, Department of Employment Security; for information, call 309-524-
Children’s Department; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. featuring water Olympics, musical beach towels, beach ball volleyball, ice 2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jul 20. cream sundaes, and more; free; no registration required; for information, molinelibrary.com, 9am Thu Jun 3.
11am Thu Jul 15. Camp Creamery: Am I Bugging You?, day camp for ages 7-12; call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Urban Gardening: A Quiet Revolution, Darrin Nordahl, an urban
Thaddeus Rex, children’s musician in the Healing Garden; for campers design their own whimsical insect costume before presenting Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jul 27. designer with the City of Davenport, Iowa, will present a compelling
information, call 563-344-4178, Trinity Bettendorf, 4500 Utica Ridge Road, their final Bug-tastic performance; $35 includes a T-shirt and snack; for Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: A Sailboat That Really Sails, free; case for local government involvement in food production, and the
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 15. information and to register, contact Jackie McCall at 319-622-6034 or for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 growing need for low-cost and no-cost fresh produce; for information,
Dan Wardell’s Reading Road Trip Tour, IPTV Kid’s Clubhouse’s Dan [email protected], Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL,
Wardell will drop by on his summer story time tour, at 9:30 & 10:30am; IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 12:30pm Tue Jul 20. Jul 28. http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jun 8.
free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 Buccaneer Bash, games, activities, and a Battleship throwdown Steve Couch’s “I Like to Read” Show, best for ages 2-10; original River Landscape Mosaic, with Dr. Norm Moline, Augustana
N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 9:30am Thu competition; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge songs that promote good ethical values for children such as reading, College; study the variations in channel characteristics, shoreline
Jul 15. Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, diversity, friendship, and exercise; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, conditions, and river uses from Arsenal Island to Campbell’s Island; a
Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Awesome Aquarium, free; for 1pm Wed Jul 21. Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary. River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969
information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Have a Gleeful Summer! Show Choir 1, for grades 3-6; work on com, 1pm Wed Jul 28. or e-mail [email protected], Celebration Belle, 2501 River
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm songs, put dance routines together, and perform them for family and Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament Finals, the winners of the June & Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 8 and
Thu Jul 15. friends; led by Mary Rinderspracher; $100; a workshop in the Englert July Smash Bros Brawl tournaments square off in a best of 5 series; for Thu Jun 10.
Thaddeus Rex, all-ages concert with children’s musician; free; for School for Performing Arts; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert information, call 563-344-4188, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Lunch & Learn: Building a Better Memory for Everyday
information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3pm Thu Life, bring a sack lunch and enjoy a free teleconference program
401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 10am Thu 9am Wed Jul 21 thru Sun Jul 25. Jul 29. broadcast; to reserve, call 309-756-9978, ext 10, Rock Island County
Jul 15. Have a Gleeful Summer! Show Choir 2, for grades 6-8; work on Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Paper Plate Starfish, free; for Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.yourextension.org,
Workshop with Thaddeus Rex, for ages 6-10; for information, songs, put dance routines together, and perform them for family and information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. 12:10pm Wed Jun 9.
call 563-344-4178, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, friends; led by Mary Rinderspracher; $100; a workshop in the Englert Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Bill Wundram: Cranberries in the Pickle Barrel, Wundram
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Thu Jul 15. School for Performing Arts; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Thu Jul 29. discusses his formative years working in a neighborhood grocery
Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Friendship Bracelets & Breakfast Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, Doodlebugs Preschool Program: The Artist in Overalls, let Grant store and talks about his experience; free with museum admission; for
in Bed, kids will make their best friends colorful friendship bracelets, 10:30am Wed Jul 21 thru Sun Jul 25. Wood’s works teach you to turn trash into art; sponsored by the Cedar information, call 563-322-8844, German American Heritage Center,
and make a tasty breakfast of Simple Egg Muffin Cups and Fruity Waffle Indiana Bones, for ages 6 & older; Indiana Bones explores the Rapids Museum of Art; for information, call 319-366-7503, Hiawatha 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.org, 2pm Sat Jun 12.
Towers; $10; for information, call 309-793-0684, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club ancient myths; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Public Library, 150 West Willman, Hiawatha, IA, http://www.crma.org, 100 Years of Recreation on the River, using a collection of
Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 10:30am Fri Jul 16. Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 10am 10:30am Fri Jul 30. historic photos, along with entertaining commentary, Kathleen Seusy
Teen Book Club, for ages 11 & up; members get to keep a copy of Wed Jul 21. Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Summer Camp Memory Keepers explores various forms of recreation on the Upper Mississippi River;
each book discussed; free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Masters of Disaster, see how a tornado works and learn how to & Rainbow Lunch, kids will make a Memory Keeper picture frame and free; for information, call 309-524-2473, Moline Public Library, 3210
Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www. survive in hazardous weather with Erica Flecker from the American Red enjoy a lunch of Colorful Edamame Salad, Rainbow Apple Slices, and 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun
rockislandlibrary.org, 4pm Fri Jul 16. Cross; free; for information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Buffalo Library, Taste a Rainbow Cupcakes; $10; for information, call 309-793-0684, 14.
Camp Creamery: Just Clowning Around, day camp for ages 7-12; 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Wed Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, 10:30am Investigate Arsenal Island History, with Sam Heilig, Corps of
campers design their own clown make-up and take part in a juggling Jul 21. Fri Jul 30. Engineers; Arsenal history from past to present; includes backwater
tutorial before presenting their final Big Top performance; $35 includes Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Fancy Fish Mobile, free; for Splash Landing, the 2010 Summer Reading Program finale; live tour of Upper Sylvan Slough; a River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12;
a T-shirt and snack; for information and to register, contact Jackie McCall information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 music, crafts, ice cream, and more; for information, call 562-326-7832, for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.

at 319-622-6034 or [email protected], Old Creamery Theatre, 39 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// org, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 12:30pm Fri Jul 16. Jul 21. www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jul 31. riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 15 and Thu Jun 17.
Professor H20: Going Underground with Groundwater, weird and Be a Water Hero, learn all about being a hero on and in the water Camp Creamery: Just Clowning Around, day camp for ages 7-12; Alive, Unabashed and Passionate: Extraordinary Women of
wacky experiments involving water; free; for information, call 563-326- when Steve Vacek from the Army Corp of Engineers makes a visit; for campers design their own clown make-up and take part in a juggling the Bible, presentation with Dr. Rachel Z. Dulin, professor of Bible
7832, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Blue Grass Library, 114 N. tutorial before presenting their final Big Top performance; $35 includes and Hebrew Language at the Spertus Institute, and a master of
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Fri Jul 16. Mississippi St., Blue Grass, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 3:30pm a T-shirt and snack; for information and to register, contact Jackie McCall Arts and PhD in Religious and Theological Studies; a fresh approach
Wild & Wacky Book Fun: Is the Library Haunted?, for ages 5-8; Thu Jul 22. at 319-622-6034 or [email protected], Old Creamery Theatre, 39 to the reading of Biblical stories through poetic lines which were
scary, mysterious, or science-themed books followed by a related craft; Splashy Crafternoon for Kids: Water Bottle Fish, free; for 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 12:30pm Tue Aug 3. inspired by the Bible; Dr. Dulin will be available for questions after the
free; for information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Main information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Pizza Party, for teens who turn in at least the first card of the summer program and will autograph her books and CDs; free; for information,
Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm reading program; pizza, pop, and games; free; for information, call 309- call Sheryl at 793-1300 or e-mail [email protected], Bettendorf Public
9:30am Fri Jul 16. Thu Jul 22. 524-2473, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.jfqc.org,
Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament, a 32-person tournament for the Hy-Vee Kids Summer Camp: Bird Feeders & Super Summer molinelibrary.com, 6pm Thu Aug 5. 7pm Thu Jun 17.
Nintendo Wii; contests will be 1 on 1 with for 3 minutes, no Smash Ball, Lunch, kids will enjoy making their own outdoor bird feeders, and enjoy Doodlebugs Preschool Program: Cloudy With a Chance of Art, The Ongoing Covenant with Black Iowa, sponsored by the
and on the Final Destination location; the winner of the June tournament a lunch of Buffalo Chicken Flatbreads and Effortless Apple Crisp; $10; for create chalky cloudscapes inspired by Marvin Cone’s cloud paintings; African American Museum of Iowa; presentation with Abraham
will face the winner of the July tournament to see who is the ultimate information, call 309-793-0684, Hy-Vee Rock Island Club Room, 2930 18th sponsored by the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art; for information, call Funchess Jr., director of Iowa’s Commission on the Status of African
champ on July 29; registration required.; for information, call 563-344- Ave, Rock Island, IL, 10:30am Fri Jul 23. 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Public Library, 500 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Americans; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport
4188, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Professor H20: Otters in Action, weird and wacky experiments http://www.crma.org, 10:30am Fri Aug 6. Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jul 16. involving water; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Camp Creamery: Am I Bugging You?, day camp for ages 7-12; davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Mon Jun 21.
Supernovas Elite Show Choir Auditions, open to junior-high and Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www. campers design their own whimsical insect costume before presenting Campbell’s Island, with Gena Schantz, Historian; discussion of
high school students; for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Fri Jul 23. their final bug-tastic performance; $35 includes a T-shirt and snack; for the War of 1812, Black Hawk’s attack on Campbell, and the factors that
Performing Arts Studio and Resale Store, 1303 30th St., Rock Island, IL, Beach Party, prepare to get wet and have lots of fun; games, crafts information and to register, contact Jackie McCall at 319-622-6034 or contributed to Campbell’s defeat; a River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12;
11:30am Sun Jul 18. and refreshments are available before and after the 2pm water show; [email protected], Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.
free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, 12:30pm Fri Aug 6.
Coming Down the Runway: Modeling for Youth, for ages 9-18;
St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 1:30pm Sat Jul 24.
org, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
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davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Aug 25.
What Else Is Happenin’ riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 22 and Thu Jun 24.
Kickapoo Eagle Dancer, Rudy Vallejo, Rudy Vallejo will give a
talk on the Bald Eagle and perform Native-American Dances; free; for
information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St,
Saturday, June 5 – Herman’s Thursday, June 3, through Sunday, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jun 23. Stamping Club, on the first Friday of the month; meet other ladies
What are the Zebra Mussels?, with Jon Duyvejonck, USFWS; visit who enjoy stamping and get some great ideas on card making; share
Hermits. Concert with the pop singers June 13 – Chicago. Kander & Ebb’s Mississippi River locations populated by the Zebra Mussels, learn how your own creations and learn new techniques; for information, call
of “I’m Into Something Good,” “Mrs. dueling-murderess musical classic. Timber they become endangered, and what steps are being taken to bring 309-523-2516, River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://
them back; a River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call
Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” Lake Playhouse (8215 Black Oak Road, 563-322-2969 or e-mail [email protected], Celebration Belle,
www.rivervalleylibrary.org, 9am thru Fri Dec 3.
Knit/Crochet for Good, on the second Tuesday of the month; bring
and “I’m Henry VIII, I Am.” Riverside Mt. Carroll). Fridays and Saturdays 8 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun your needles or crochet hooks and make projects for charity; free; for
29 and Thu Jul 1.
Casino & Golf Resort (3184 Highway 22, p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30 p.m.; Cutting through the Clutter: How to Get Your Message Heard
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.rockislandlibrary.org, 6pm thru
Riverside). 8 p.m. $15. For tickets and Sundays 6:30 p.m. $11-$20. For tickets and in Crowded Quad Cities Media, with Joe Taylor of the Quad Cities Tue Dec 14.
information, call (319)648-1234 or visit information, call (815)244-2035 or visit Convention and Visitors Bureau; for information, call 563-324-1410, Let’s Talk About: Local Foods Salon, on the second Tuesday of
Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http:// the month; explore the movement locally as well as nationally, with
RiversideCasinoAndResort.com. TimberLakePlayhouse.org. www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 8am Wed Jun 30. a sampling of such texts as “Animal, Vegetable, Miracle” by Barbara
Saturday, June 5 – Caribou. Specifically for Seniors, interactive presentation with Greg Wolf,
EVENTS
Kingsolver; $5 per session includes refreshments and handouts for
Environmental Education Supervisor for the City of Davenport; free;
Independent rockers in a Daytrotter- for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
information, 309-756-8879, ext 12, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W
2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:30pm
sponsored concert, with openers Friday, May 28 – Last Venus Standing. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm thru Tue Dec 14.
Wed Jun 30.
Datagun and Centaur Noir. Rock Island Closing night for the female-artist The Lost and Almost Lost of the Mississippi, with Bob Bryant,
Library Knits Group, on the first and third Saturday of the month;
for knitters of all ages; no registration or prior knowledge required;
Brewing Company (1815 Second exhibit Venus Envy, featuring musical Nahant Marsh; discuss the impact human activity has on wildlife, what bring projects to work on or work on the group’s practice yarn; for
we’ve lost forever, and what we’ve almost lost but have brought back,
Avenue, Rock Island). 8 p.m. $12-$15. For performances by Emily Hurd and Lojo including American Bald Eagles, wolves, and bobcats; a River Action
information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 12pm thru Sat Dec 18.
information, visit Daytrotter.com and Russo, and a complimentary wine tasting. Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail Eagle View of the Sierra Club Monthly Meeting, on the third
RIBCO.com. Bucktown Center for the Arts (225 East [email protected], Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, Monday of the month; for information, call Jerry Neff at 563-332 5373,
IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jul 6 and Thu Jul 8. Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, 7pm
Monday, June 7 – Kris Allen. Concert Second Street, Davenport). 6-9 p.m. $15. Celebrating Mendelssohn: Composer and Conductor thru Mon Dec 20.
with the grand-prize winner of American For information, visit VenusEnvyQC.org. Extraordinaire, presented by Don Wooten; free with museum Rock Island Public Library Board Meeting, on the 3rd Tuesday of
admission; for information, call 563-322-8844, German American
Idol’s eighth season, performing with Monday, May 31 – Modern Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.org,
the month; the public may address the board at the beginning of each
meeting; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
opening band Green River Ordinance. Woodmen Bank Quad Cities Criterium. 2pm Sun Jul 11. - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://rockislandlibrary.org,
Anecdotal Evidence: Local Civil Rights History, Bernice Jones
Englert Theatre (221 East Washington Annual Memorial Day event featuring and Fr. Marvin Mottet tell personal stories of their experiences with civil
11:30am thru Tue Dec 21.
Davenport Horticultural Society, meets the 4th Thursday of the
Street, Iowa City). 8 p.m. $25. For tickets competitive bicycle riders from novice to rights over the course of decades in the Quad-Cities; for information, month; visitors and new members welcome; for information, call Ed
and information, call (319)688-2653 or professional, races for children, vendors, call 563-344-5705, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, at 563-441-9884, Duck Creek Park Lodge, Davenport, IA, 6:30pm thru
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jul 12. Thu Dec 23.
visit Englert.org. bicycling-related products, memorabilia, The River’s Giant Liquid Escalators, with Bill Gretten, Corps of Sunday 4 Meditation Workshops, on the second and fourth
and more. The District of Rock Island. Engineers; experience locking through Lock & Dam 15 with a brief
THEATRE
Sunday of the month; for information, call 309-762-1066, Unity Church,
history of navigation on the Mississippi, and a discussion of water-level 5102 47th Ave, Moline, IL, http://www.unityqc.com, 9:45am thru Sun
8 a.m.-6 p.m. Free admission. For control and dam operation; a River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12; for Dec 26.
Thursday, June 3, through Sunday, information, call (309)788-6311 or visit information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail [email protected], Beth Moore Bible Study, on Mondays; unveil the reality of your
Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.
June 13 – Funny Valentines. Romantic QuadCitiesCriterium.com. org, 9am Tue Jul 13 and Thu Jul 15.
destiny through God’s word; for information, call 309-781-5262,
River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.
comedy by Dennis R. Andersen, directed Saturday, June 5, and Sunday, June Super Coupon Queen, Part II, Jill Cataldo presents this workshop rivervalleylibrary.org, 1pm thru Mon Dec 27.
on advanced couponing techniques designed to save you even more
by Jalayne Riewerts. Richmond Hill Barn 6 – Pickers Weekend. Meet the stars money on clothing, toys, household items, potentially saving up to 90%
Bill of Rights Discussion, on the last Monday of the month; open
discussion on the Bill of Rights and other parts of the Constitution, on
Theatre (Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo). of American Pickers, find out what your off of regular prices; for information, call 309-524-2473, Moline Public the last Monday of every month; free; for information, call 309-786-
Thursdays-Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays own treasures are worth with certified Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 10am 0252, Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, 7pm
Sat Jul 17. thru Mon Dec 27.
4 p.m. $10. For tickets and information, appraiser Terri Applegate, and enjoy Moline’s Great Wall, with Roald Tweet; discover the history of Fireside Knitting, on Tuesdays; knit and crochet items for various
call (309)944-2244 or visit RHPlayers. special giveaways, kids’ games, contests, hydro power in Moline and, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, social organizations throughout the Quad Cities; supplies provided;
IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jul 20 and Thu Jul 22.
com. music, and more. Downtown LeClaire. For Civil Rights: Local History, Art Pitz discusses the history of Civil
for information, call 563-888-3371, Fairmount Street Library, 3000
N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
Thursday, June 3, through Sunday, information, call (800)747-7800 extension Rights in our area; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf 6:30pm thru Tue Dec 28.
June 13 – Rent. Jonathan Larson’s 120 or visit VisitLeClaire.com. bettendorflibrary.com, 7pm Thu Jul 22.
Library Knits, on Tuesdays; the Quad City Knitter’s Guild invites
experienced knitters and those who want to learn to the area near
Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning Sunday, June 6 – QC Pride Street Senior Day - Local African American Community, for information, the Reading Garden each week for knitting talk and tutoring; free; for
rock musical. Clinton Area Showboat Fest. Annual celebration of gay, lesbian, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, information, call 563-285-4794, ext. 223, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jul 22. Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm thru Tue
Theatre (311 Riverview Drive, Clinton). bisexual, and transgender pride, School Cones: A German Tradition Comes to the Quad Cities, Dec 28.
Thursdays-Saturdays 7:30 p.m.; Sundays featuring performances by local bands, presented by Julie Wall of Trinity Lutheran School, on the rite of passage Labyrinths International Leadership Circle Meeting, held on the
for children in German speaking areas as they entered formal schooling; 4th Tue. of the month; seeking qualified and dedicated individuals to
and Wednesdays 3 p.m. $16-$20. For vendor booths, door prizes, and more. free with museum admission; for information, call 563-322-8844, help the organization fulfill its mission; for information, call 309-269-
tickets and information, call (563)242- Second Street in the Rainbow District German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http:// 4213 or e-mail [email protected], Quad City Labyrinth Community
www.gahc.org, 2pm Sun Jul 25.
6760 or visit Summer-Stock.org. of Downtown Davenport. 1-9 p.m. Free From Best Studied to Best Managed Floodplains, with Shawn
Room, 2920 24th St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qclabyrinth.org, 7pm
thru Tue Dec 28.
admission. For information, visit QCPride. Crist, City of Moline; explore floodplain management; learn how Quad City SnB, on Wednesdays; knitting and crocheting group;
new buildings are protected from flood damage, and how local
org. requirements affect flood insurance; a River Action Channel Cat
free lessons available; for information, e-mail [email protected],
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://
Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@ qcsnb.blogspot.com, 7pm thru Wed Dec 29.
riveraction.org, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http:// Stitching & More, share your favorite tips and tricks with this fun
www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jul 27 and Thu Jul 29. group of ladies; for information, call 309- 523-2516, River Valley Library,
A Tale of Two Parks, with Sally Heffernan, City of Rock Island; tour 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.rivervalleylibrary.org, 5pm
the newly developed Schweibert Park, and learn the history of the land thru Wed Dec 29.
and the important role it plays in Rock Island’s future; a River Action
May 13 Crossword Answers Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail
[email protected], Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport,
Friends of Bettendorf Public Library Meeting, for information,
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jun 1.
IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Aug 3 and Thu Aug 5. Stampin’ Up, Meet other ladies who enjoy stamping and get
Historic Bridges of the Quad Cities, with Dr. Curt Roseman, some great ideas on making cards. Share your own creations and learn
Geographer; learn the histories of the first railroad bridge to cross the some new methods! Call Bev Skelton for more information at 309-523-
Mississippi, the IL Memorial Bridge, and Moline’s Arsenal Bridge; with 2516., River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, http://www.
special emphasis on their distinctive styles and histories; a River Action rivervalleylibrary.org, 9am Fri Jun 4.
Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail IONS-QC: Quad Cities Institute of Noetic Sciences Community
[email protected], Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, Group Meeting, presentation by Robert Dubiel; for information,
IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Aug 10 and Thu Aug 12. contact Christine at [email protected] or 563-332-7259, Bettendorf
River Folk Tales & Music, with Dale Whiteside; storyteller, folk Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
musician, folklorist will impart talk and songs of the times relating to noetic.org, 6:30pm Thu Jun 10.
life on the river, a potpourri of lore and custom from the early days; a Bettendorf Library Board of Trustees Meeting, for information,
River Action Channel Cat Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969 call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
or e-mail [email protected], Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 4:30pm 4:30pm
Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Aug 17 and Thu Thu Aug 12.
Aug 19. Bettendorf Library Foundation Board Meeting, for information,
Rafting Logs to QC Mills, with Gayle Rein, Historian: explore the call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
history of QC lumber industry through stories about mill owners, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 12pm Mon Jun 28.
lumber camps, and the rafting crews; a River Action Channel Cat Bettendorf Library Board of Trustees Meeting, for information,
Talk; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@ call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
riveraction.org, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://
42 www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Aug 24 and Thu Aug 26.
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 4:30pm Thu Aug 12.
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21. “Garfield” dog 97. Grain for brewing 45. Revoke formally
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58. First month in Madrid 8. To be, in Latin 88. Fruit of a vine
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through 28, the third in the company’s trio of farcical suspects and sleuths of Curtains (August
summertime titles that begins with that modern 6 through 15). Across the river, Eldridge’s
musical classic Sunday in the Park with George Countryside Community Theatre delivers its
(June 10 through 26) and continues with the own pair of musicals with the exclamation-
Peanuts-themed dramatic comedy Dog Sees God pointed Oklahoma! (June 18 through 27) and
(July 15 through 31). Davenport’s New Ground Annie (July 23 through August 1), a show that
Theatre has a thoughtful and humorous work will likely have young audiences exclamation-
of its own lined up in author Kate Fodor’s 100 pointing their excitement throughout.
Saints You Should Know (July 9 through 18), The Davenport-based Curtainbox Theatre
while Moline’s Playcrafters Barn Theatre delivers Company brings to the area Philip William
a Pulitzer Prize winner with August Wilson’s McKinley – the director of Broadway’s Hugh
family drama – and current Broadway smash Jackman musical The Boy from Oz – for
– Fences (July 9 through 18). Margaret Edson’s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama
On June 18, the Quad Cities’ interactive- Wit, running August 12 through 29, and stages
comedy troupe It’s a Mystery brings its its own take on the Tony-winning comedy Art
gangster-themed Whacked at Da Wedding to from June 10 through 27. (As one of the show’s
Rock Island’s Skellington Manor, while the cast members, I thought about writing “So if
city’s Center for Living Arts finds its students you see just one production this summer, make
getting musical with the riotous Presley-meets- it Art!”, but realized that’d just be obnoxious.)
Shakespeare pastiche All Shook Up (June 25 And finally, Rock Island’s Circa ’21 Dinner
and 26) and the nonsecular pop sensation Playhouse starts the summer season with the
Godspell (July 16 and 17). And after its Lincoln regional debut of Whodunit ... the Musical
Park season begins with Ballet Quad Cities’ (May 26 through July 10), brings P.D. Eastman’s
annual Ballet Under the Stars presentations children’s book to life in Go, Dog, Go! (June
(June 11 through 13), Rock Island’s Genesius 10 through 29), stages a December-December
Guild bookends a pair of easy-to-pronounce romantic comedy with Squabbles (July 14
Shakespearean titles – A Midsummer Night’s through August 28), and gives my friends and
Dream (July 2 through 11) and Richard III former co-workers – the Circa ’21 Bootleggers
(July 17 through 25) – with a pair of harder-to- – their own full-length vehicle in 8-Track: The
pronounce Greek titles in Andromache (June 19 Sounds of the ’70s (Thursdays, August 5 through
through 27) and Ecclesiazusae (July 31 through 26). Those guys get to sing two acts’ worth of
August 8). classics like “Brick House,” “Afternoon Delight,”
Faithful to its name, Moline’s Quad City and “Bohemian Rhapsody.” I’ve never been so
Music Guild offers a lavish musical for each of jealous in my life.
the summer months, presenting the Damon
Runyon-esque smoothies of Guys & Dolls For more information on the area’s summer-
(June 11 through 20), the singin’-and-dancin’ theatre offerings, visit RCReader.com/calendars/
44 teens of Grease (July 9 through 18), and the reader-theatre-calendar.
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Caught in the Act -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W House Arrest -Route 61 Bar & Grill, 4320 N. The Travoltas - Bumper Crop - RIBCO,
Thursday
2010/05/27 (Thu)
27 Locust Davenport, IA
Centaur Noir Record Release Show
Brady St. Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night -Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Caman-
1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL
uneXpected -Martini’s On the Rock, 4619
Bitter Sober -Uptown Neighborhood Bar and - White Problems - Absolutely che Ave Clinton, IA 34th St Rock Island, IL
Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills Dr. Bettendorf, IA - Idpyramid - Teenage -Bier Stube Keep Off The Grass -11th Street Precinct,
Boombox -Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington St.
Iowa City, IA
Moline, 417 15th St Moline, IL
Cosmic -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th
2108 E 11th St Davenport, IA
Kennypalooza: Sugar Nipples - Halo Of
sunday
2010/05/30 (Sun) 30
Dave Ellis -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd St. Dav- Breille -The Hat Eatery & Pub, 1618 W.
St Davenport, IA Flies - Rule #1 - Drama Major - The
enport, IA Locust St. Davenport, IA
Dave Moore, David Zollo & the Body Blow Ups - Mr Whoopie -R ascals
Jason Carl -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Cheese Pizza -Uptown Neighborhood
Electric, and Shame Train: 20th An- Rock Memorabilia Bar, 1414 15th St.
Brady St. Davenport, IA Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills Dr. Bet-
niversary Reunion Show (6:30pm) Moline, IL
Karaoke w/ DJ Cash -Molly’s Pub, 311 3rd tendorf, IA
-Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City Mad Monks - Fitzgerald -Iowa City Yacht
St. Sherrard, IL Chingo Bling - Trey Deuce - J. Sterling
Iowa City, IA Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA
Live Lunch w/ Dave Maxwell (noon) -Mojo’s DJ Night -Uncle Harley’s Bar & Grill, 202 W. -Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr
Midnight Ultra - Nebula Was -Gabe’s, 330
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St Mayne St. Blue Grass, IA Davenport, IA
E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA
Davenport, IA Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke & DJ Cosmic (4pm) -Blueport Junction, 6605 W
Nitrix -Odean, 80 25th Ave. Clinton, IA
Open Mic Night -The Dam View Inn, 410 Service -Shannon’s Bar and Grill, 252 S River Dr Davenport, IA
Open Mic Night -Coffee Dive, 226 W. 3rd
2nd St Davenport, IA State Ave Hampton, IL Kennypalooza: The Avey Brothers - The
St. Davenport, IA
Stephen Cee -Mojo’s (River Music Experi- Final Mix -Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, Mercury Brothers - The Steady Rollin
ence), 130 W 2nd St Davenport, IA Open Mic Night -One Library, 230 W. 3rd Blues Band - Slim & The Bulletproof
The Pharmacy - Baby Birds Don’t Drink
3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA
Five in a Hand - The Treats - Terrapin &
Seven @ The Rockin’ Ham – May 29 Street Davenport, IA Boys - Pocket Deuces -Rascals Rock
Milk - Vehicle Blues -The Mill, 120 E Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Memorabilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Mo-
The Wolves - Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke & DJ -Crabby’s,
Burlington Iowa City, IA Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 line, IL
Linn St Iowa City, IA Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 826 W. 1st Ave. Coal Valley, IL
The Steady Rollin’ Blues Band featuring Rock Island, IL Blue Collar Band -Route 61 Bar & Grill, 4320 Rock Island, IL Members of Morphine - The Post Mor-
Gray Wolf Band -Len Brown’s North Shore
Jimmie Lee Adams -Rascals Rock Mem- Phyllis & the Sharks -Martini’s On the Rock, N. Brady St. Davenport, IA Salsa Dancing -Club Boulevard, 1801 10th tems - Monadnoc -Gabe’s, 330 E.
Inn, 7th Street and the Rock River
orabilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Bluegrass @ Beanz w/ “Tennessee” Tony St. Moline, IL Washington St. Iowa City, IA
Moline, IL
The Steepwater Band -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Puddle of Mudd - Shaman’s Harvest - Cavitt, Dave Maxwell, & Friends -Cool Seven -Rockin’ Ham, 1334 W 2nd St Dav- Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s
Karaoke Night -Sneaky Pete’s, 207 Cody
Rock Island, IL Downplay - Three Years Hollow -Capitol Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. Rock enport, IA Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92
Rd. N. LeClaire, IA
Troy Harris, Pianist (6pm) -Red Crow Grille, Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Island, IL Shame Train - Mike Mangione -The Mill, Rock Island, IL
Karaoke Night -The Dam View Inn, 410 2nd
2504 53rd St. Bettendorf, IA RetroRon (5:30pm) -Mojo’s (River Caught in the Act -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA River City Outlaws (6pm) - FNR (8pm)
St Davenport, IA
Smooth Groove -River House, 1510 River - Hairball (10pm) -Shenanigan’s, 303
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Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St Locust Davenport, IA
FRIday
2010/05/28 (Fri)
Kennypalooza: Shawn Kellerman & The
Avey Brothers -Rascals Rock Memora- Davenport, IA
Russ Reyman Trio (5pm) -The Rusty Nail,
Community Drum Circle (10:30am) -Mojo’s
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St
Dr. Moline, IL
Taste Louisiana Cajun & Zydeco Festival
W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA
Russ Reyman, Pianist (10am-2pm brunch
bilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL
ABC Karaoke -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St. 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Davenport, IA - Ryan Brunet & The Malfecteurs (noon performance) -The Lodge Hotel, Spruce
Kol Shira -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa
Davenport, IA Survivor -Quad-Cities Waterfront Con- DJ Night -Uncle Harley’s Bar & Grill, 202 W. & 5pm) - Belton Richard & the Musical Hills & Utica Ridge Bettendorf, IA
City, IA
Andy Jess -Kilkenny ’s, 300 W. 3rd St. vention Center, 1777 Isle Parkway Mayne St. Blue Grass, IA Aces (1 & 6pm) - Feufollet (2 & 7pm) Taste Louisiana Cajun & Zydeco Festival -
Live Lunch w/ Ren Estrand (noon) -
Davenport, IA Bettendorf, IA DJ Scott Keller Productions & Karaoke - Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp Ryan Brunet & The Malfecteurs (noon
Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130
Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke & DJ -Commo- Tri-Polar XXXpress -Uptown Neighbor- -Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge, (3 & 8pm) - Chubby Carrier & the & 5pm) - Belton Richard & the Musical
W 2nd St Davenport, IA Aces (1 & 6pm) - Feufollet (2 & 7pm)
dore Tap, 2202 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Mike Droho & the Compass Rose - Ash St. hood Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills 4506 27th St Moline, IL Bayou Swamp Band (4 & 9pm) -Amana
Burlesque Le’ Moustache Presents Colonies Convention Facility & RV Park, - Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp
John - Decoy -Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington Dr. Bettendorf, IA Every Wakes Dream (5pm) -Mojo’s (River
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RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL
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Mr. Whoopie -Route 61 Bar & Grill, 4320 N.
Brady St. Davenport, IA
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2010/05/29 (Sat) enport, IA
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The Old Man -Vinnie’s Santa Fe Tap, 2601
Avenue L, Fort Madison, IA
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Colonies Convention Facility & RV Park,
Redstone Room, 129 Main St Dav- Andy Jess -Kilkenny ’s, 300 W. 3rd St. Timespan -Cabana’s, 2120 4th Ave, Rock off Hwys 151 & 220 Amana, IA
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Karaoke Night -The Dam View Inn, 410 2nd DJ Night -Uncle Harley’s Bar & Grill, 202 W.
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The Avey Brothers -Rascals Rock Memora- Stube Davenport, 2228 E 11th St Keep Off The Grass -River House, 1510 River Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
bilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL Davenport, IA Dr. Moline, IL -Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
The Creepin’ Charlies (10am) -Brady Street Open Mic w/ the Pena Brothers -Racer’s Kevin Presbrey -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd St. Highway 22 Riverside, IA
Chop House, Radisson QC Plaza Hotel Edge, 936 15th Ave East Moline, IL Davenport, IA Iowa Metal/Hardcore Festival (4pm) -Gabe’s,
Davenport, IA Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA
The RiverCity6 (2pm) -Riverside Casino and Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Justin Morrissey -Martini’s On the Rock, 4619
Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA Island, IL Island, IL 34th St Rock Island, IL
The Travoltas - The Premium $ellouts - The Chris & Wes Show -Rascals Rock Mem-
Rude Punch - Matter of Fact - Firesale Karaoke Night -Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Camanche
RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL orabilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL -The Redstone Room, 129 Main St Ave Clinton, IA
Travis Ledoyt’s “A Tribute to the King”
wednesday
-Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Cen- 2010/06/02 (Wed)
ter, 1777 Isle Parkway Bettendorf, IA
2 Davenport, IA
Russ Reyman Trio (5pm) -The Rusty Nail,
Kevin Presbrey -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd St.
Davenport, IA
2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Mr. Whoopie -Rascals Rock Memorabilia Bar,
Troy Harris, Pianist (11:30am) -Bass Street Dave Ellis -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St. Smooth Groove -Martini’s On the Rock, 4619 1414 15th St. Moline, IL
Chop House, 1601 River Dr Moline, IL Davenport, IA 34th St Rock Island, IL Nitrix -Cooter’s Tavern, 403 2nd Ave. Mather-
French Quarter - Married in Berdichev -
monday
2010/05/31 (Mon) 31 The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA
Lunchtime on the Plaza (11:30am) -Great
The Karry Outz -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust
Davenport, IA
ville, IL
Open Mic Night -Coffee Dive, 226 W. 3rd St.
The Nomads -Rascals Rock Memorabilia Bar, Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night -The Old Stardust Sports River Plaza, The District of the Rock 1414 15th St. Moline, IL Open Mic Night -One Library, 230 W. 3rd
Bar, 1191 19th Street Moline, IL Island Rock Island, IL Tony Hoeppner (noon) -Mojo’s (River Street Davenport, IA
Live Lunch w/ Ellis Kell (noon) -Mojo’s
Mountain Standard Time - Smokin’ Joe
Scarpellino -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S
Mountain Standard Time @ Iowa City Yacht Club – June 2 Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St Orangadang! -Stickman’s, 1510 N. Harrison
Davenport, IA St, Davenport, IA
Davenport, IA Linn St Iowa City, IA Just Chords -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd St. Amanda Miller & the Smoking Sextion
Davenport, IA - Shoeless Revolution -Iowa City Yacht Tronicity -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s
Open Mic w/ J. Knight -The Mill, 120 E Open Mic Night -The Old Stardust Sports Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock
Live Lunch w/ Paige Popejoy (noon) -Mojo’s Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA St Davenport, IA
Burlington Iowa City, IA Bar, 1191 19th Street Moline, IL Island, IL
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St B.F. Burt and the Instigators -The Mill, 120 uneXpected -Route 61 Bar & Grill, 4320 N.
Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Brady St. Davenport, IA River Prairie Minstrels (6pm) -Mojo’s
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Davenport, IA E Burlington Iowa City, IA
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock (River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St
Island, IL Island, IL
“Tennessee,” That Nashville Cat (noon)
Open Mic Night -The Dam View Inn, 410
2nd St Davenport, IA
Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke & DJ -Commo-
dore Tap, 2202 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Saturday
2010/06/05 (Sat) 5 Davenport, IA
tuesday
2010/06/01 (Tue) 1 - Open Mic Night (7pm) -Mojo’s (River
Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St Dav-
Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock
Bettendorf Park Band Concert -Bill Bowe
Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park Bet- Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke & DJ -Crabby’s,
Salsa Dancing -Club Boulevard, 1801 10th
St. Moline, IL
tendorf, IA 826 W. 1st Ave. Coal Valley, IL Smooth Groove -Rockin’ Ham, 1334 W 2nd
J. Elliot -The Old Stardust Sports Bar, 1191 enport, IA Island, IL
St Davenport, IA
19th Street Moline, IL The Craig Bentley Trio -Rascals Rock Mem- The Steady Rollin’ Blues Band featuring Chico Fellini - Maylane -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Caught in the Act -Mulligan’s Valley Pub, 310
W 1st Ave Coal Valley, IL “Tennessee” Tony Cavitt -Cool Beanz Coffee-
Live Lunch w/ Jonathan Turner (noon) orabilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL Jimmie Lee Adams -Rascals Rock Mem- Ave. Rock Island, IL
Cosmic -Mound Street Landing, 1029 Mound house, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL
-Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130 W The Dave Rempis / Frank Rosaly Duo orabilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL DJ Night -Uncle Harley’s Bar & Grill, 202 W.
St. Davenport, IA The Karry Outz -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust
2nd St Davenport, IA -Monk ’s K affee Pub, 373 Bluff St. Troy Harris, Pianist (6pm) -Red Crow Grille, Mayne St. Blue Grass, IA
Dave Bess - The Ramblers -The Mill, 120 E Davenport, IA
Maylane - Gospel Gossip - Dewi Sant -The Dubuque, IA 2504 53rd St. Bettendorf, IA Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke & DJ
Burlington Iowa City, IA The Village People - The Afrodisiacs
Service -Shannon’s Bar and Grill, 252 S
Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA
Open Mic Night @ M.D. Green’s w/ Jer- thursday
2010/06/03 (Thu) 3 FRIDAY
2010/06/04 (Fri) 4 State Ave Hampton, IL
First Friday Coffeehouse (5pm) -Beadol-
Daytrotter Presents: Caribou - Datagun
- Centaur Noir -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave.
-Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St. Dav-
enport, IA
emiah -M.D. Green’s, 1808 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Timespan -Cabana’s, 2120 4th Ave, Rock
Rock Island, IL Jason Carl -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 1964: The Tribute -Englert Theatre, 221 ogy Iowa, 220 E Washington St Iowa
City, IA Dennis McMurrin & the Demolition Band Island, IL
Open Mic Night w/ Steve McFate (6:30pm) Brady St. Davenport, IA East Washington St. Iowa City, IA
-Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa Tronicity -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th
-Cool Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. JoBu -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL ABC Karaoke -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St. Karaoke Night -Sneaky Pete’s, 207 Cody
City, IA St Davenport, IA
Rock Island, IL Davenport, IA Rd. N. LeClaire, IA
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uneXpected -Purgatory’s Pub, 2104 State St
Drama Major -The Redstone Room,
Bettendorf, IA
tuesday
2010/06/08 (Tue)
8 129 Main St Davenport, IA Saturday
2010/06/12 (Sat) 12
SUNday
2010/06/06 (Sun)
6 J. Elliot -The Old Stardust Sports Bar, 1191 19th
Street Moline, IL
Fat Dawgs Productions Karaoke & DJ
Service -Shannon’s Bar and Grill, 252 Backwater Bayou Band (12:30am) -RIBCO,
S State Ave Hampton, IL 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL
Benefit for Keigan: The Karry Outz - Tri-Polar Live Lunch w/ Steve Couch (noon) -Mojo’s
Gray Wolf Band -Martini’s On the Rock, Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke & DJ -Crabby’s, 826
Express - Seven - Russ Reyman - Mr. Bill (River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St
4619 34th St Rock Island, IL W. 1st Ave. Coal Valley, IL
& Tim - Tennessee - Quad City Vocal
Davenport, IA Caught in the Act -The Rockin’ Ham, 1334 W
Students (1pm) -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Gumbo Ya Ya -The District, Rock Island,
Open Mic Night @ M.D. Green’s w/ Jeremiah - 2nd St Davenport, IA
Locust Davenport, IA IL
M.D. Green’s, 1808 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL DJ Night -Uncle Harley’s Bar & Grill, 202 W.
Breille -The Hat Eatery & Pub, 1618 W. Locust How Far to Austin -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd
Open Mic w/ Jordan Danielsen -Bier Mayne St. Blue Grass, IA
St. Davenport, IA St. Davenport, IA
Stube Davenport, 2228 E 11th St Dav- Gray Wolf Band -Martini’s On the Rock, 4619
Emily Jawoisz -Fireworks, 2139 16th St. John Resch & Jason Carl (noon) -Bet-
enport, IA 34th St Rock Island, IL
Moline, IL tendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Open Mic w/ the Pena Brothers -Racer’s Edge, Gumbo Ya Ya -The District, Rock Island, IL
Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Campus Bettendorf, IA How Far to Austin -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd St.
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock 936 15th Ave East Moline, IL
Karaoke Night -Sneaky Pete’s, 207 Cody Davenport, IA
Island, IL Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Rd. N. LeClaire, IA Karaoke Night -Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Camanche
Russ Reyman, Pianist (10am-2pm brunch Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Karaoke Night -The Dam View Inn, 410 Ave Clinton, IA
performance) -The Lodge Hotel, Spruce
Hills & Utica Ridge Bettendorf, IA
Island, IL
Starlight Revue Concert Series: RiverCity
The Carter Twins @ The Redstone Room – Nay 28 2nd St Davenport, IA Meet the Press -Poopy’s Pub & Grub, 1030
Live Lunch w/ Ren Estrand (noon) Viaduct Rd Savanna, IL
Secret Squirrel (2-4pm) -Andover Lake Park, 6 -Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St Rock The Burlington Street Bluegrass Band (7pm) Troy Harris, Pianist (6pm) -Red Crow Grille,
-Mojo’s (River Music Experience), Mr. Whoopie -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust
Andover, IL Island, IL - Grupo Fantasma (10pm) -The Mill, 120 E 2504 53rd St. Bettendorf, IA
130 W 2nd St Davenport, IA Davenport, IA
The Avey Brothers -Rascals Rock Memorabilia Burlington Iowa City, IA
The Chris & Wes Show -Rascals Rock Memora- Mr. Whoopie -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W NINE-1-1 -Route 61 Bar & Grill, 4320 N. Brady
The Craig Bentley Trio -Rascals Rock Memora-
Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL
The Manny Lopez Trio (10am) -Brady Street
bilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL
The Tanks - Mynabirds - Ed Gray -The Mill, 120
bilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL FRIday
2010/06/11 (Fri)
11 Locust Davenport, IA
Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jum-
St. Davenport, IA
Open Mic Night -Coffee Dive, 226 W. 3rd St.
Chop House, Radisson QC Plaza Hotel
Davenport, IA
The Old 57’s (4pm) -Racer’s Edge, 936 15th Ave
E Burlington Iowa City, IA
The Young Republic w/ Maylane -The Red- thursday
2010/06/10 (Thu)
10 ABC Karaoke -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St.
Davenport, IA
er’s Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy
92 Rock Island, IL
Davenport, IA
Open Mic Night -One Library, 230 W. 3rd
stone Room, 129 Main St Davenport, IA Alan Sweet -Kilkenny’s, 300 W. 3rd St. Dav- Backwater Bayou Band (12:30am) -RIBCO, Street Davenport, IA
East Moline, IL Russ Reyman Trio (5pm) -The Rusty Nail,
Troy Harris, Pianist (11:30am) -Bass Street enport, IA 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s
2606 W Locust Davenport, IA
Chop House, 1601 River Dr Moline, IL
wednesday
2010/06/09 (Wed)
9 Jason Carl -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady
St. Davenport, IA
Bambu & The Awful Purdies (6:30pm)
-Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City
Samuel Locke Warde & the Boo Hoo’s
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock
Island, IL
monday
2010/06/07 (Mon) 7 Dave Ellis -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St. Dav-
enport, IA
Live Lunch w/ Chris Dunn (noon) -Mojo’s
Iowa City, IA
Barlowe & James (6:30pm) -G’s Riverfront Cafe,
Record Release Party - Datagun - The
Teddy Boys -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S
Quad City Brass Qunitet & Hot Club of Dav-
enport -Schuetzen Park Historic Site, 700
Davenport, IA Linn St Iowa City, IA Waverly Rd Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night -The Old Stardust Sports Bar, Lunchtime on the Plaza (11:30am) -Great 102 S Main St Port Byron, IL
Lubriphonic -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Sleepin’ on the Couch -Rascals Rock Salsa Dancing -Club Boulevard, 1801 10th
1191 19th Street Moline, IL River Plaza, The District of the Rock Island Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke & DJ -Commodore
Kris Allen - Green River Ordinance -Englert Island, IL Memorabilia Bar, 1414 15th St. Mo- St. Moline, IL
Rock Island, IL Tap, 2202 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA
Theatre, 221 East Washington St. Iowa Open Mic Night -The Dam View Inn, 410 2nd line, IL Smooth Groove -Jumer’s Casino & Hotel,
Open Mic Night -The Old Stardust Sports Bar, CASI New Horizons Band -Bill Bowe Memorial I-280 & I-92 Rock Island, IL
City, IA St Davenport, IA Smooth Groove -Jumer’s Casino & Ho-
1191 19th Street Moline, IL Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Bandshell, Middle Park Bettendorf, IA Songwriters in the Round (3pm) -River
Live Lunch w/ Ellis Kell (noon) -Mojo’s tel, I-280 & I-92 Rock Island, IL
Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock David Zollo & the Body Electric -The Mill, 120 Music Experience, 129 Main St Dav-
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St The Old 57’s -Rhythm City Casino, 101 W.
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Island, IL E Burlington Iowa City, IA enport, IA
Davenport, IA River Dr. Davenport, IA
Island, IL Sam Salamone Trio -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Diamond Rio -Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, These United States - Shame Train - Breathe
Open Mic w/ J. Knight -The Mill, 120 E Burling- Timespan -Len Brown’s North Shore Inn,
“Tennessee,” That Nashville Cat (noon) Iowa City, IA 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA Owl Breathe -The Mill, 120 E Burlington
ton Iowa City, IA 700 N. Shore Drive, Moline, IL
Pappa-Razzi -Edje Nightclub at Jumer’s - Open Mic Night (7pm) -Mojo’s (River The Steady Rollin’ Blues Band featuring Jim- DJ Night -Uncle Harley’s Bar & Grill, 202 W. Iowa City, IA
Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St Dav- mie Lee Adams -Rascals Rock Memorabilia Mayne St. Blue Grass, IA Timespan -Cabana’s, 2120 4th Ave, Rock
Island, IL enport, IA Bar, 1414 15th St. Moline, IL Island, IL
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