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EVENTS FOR WEDNESDAY, JULY 07, 2010
  • Magician Rick Eugene - Magician Rick Eugene will perform at 1:30 p.m. at the LeClaire Library, 323 Wisconsin St. Call (563) 289-4242, ext. 4 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • Afterdarks, th'EMPIRES, The Chris and Wes Show (DVD recording party) - The Afterdarks, th'EMPIRES, and The Chris and Wes Show will perform for a DVD recording party from 8 p.m.-midnight at Rascals Rock Memorabilia Bar, 1414 15th St., Moline. Call (309) 797-9457 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • Whodunit...The Musical - Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, will present Whodunit...The Musical by Ed Dixon from May 28-July 10. There are evening performances on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and matinees on Wednesdays. See the website for times and ticket prices. For tickets, call (309) 786-7733, ext. 2 or order online. MAP
    Every Sunday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Star Wars: In Concert (multimedia) - Star Wars: In Concert will come to the i wireless Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline, at 7 p.m. The multimedia event will feature specially edited film footage, an orchestra, choir, live narration by Anthony Daniels (who portrayed C-3PO), and an exhibit of costumes, props, and production artwork from the movie. Tickets are $69.50, $55, and $35. Call (800) 745-3000 for details. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • Wednesday Bike Night (live music) - Champion MVP Sports Club, Hillcrest Resort, 16260 E. 350th St., Orion, will host Wednesday Bike Night with live music from 3 p.m.-midnight. Call (309) 526-8700 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Wednesday,
  • Shark Tale (film) - The Davenport Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., will show Shark Tale at 2 p.m. Free popcorn will be served. Call (563) 326-7893 for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • What did the River look like 200 years ago? (Riverine Walk) - What did the River look like 200 years ago? (Riverine Walk), 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday; 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, north end of Lake Potter, Sunset Park, 18th Avenue exit , Rock Island. $5. email for details.
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010
  • "My Little Wheelbarrow" garden series - "My Little Wheelbarrow" garden series, 10 a.m., Vander Veer Botanical Park, 215 W. Central Park Ave., Davenport. For ages 1-6 with an adult. Call (563) 326-7818 or (563) 323-3298 for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010; Wednesday, July 14, 2010; Wednesday, July 21, 2010
  • John Deere Classic golf tournament - The John Deere Classic will be held at TPC Deere Run, John Deere Road and Colona Road, Silvis. Tickets are $24; $12 for ages 13-17 with a paid adult; free for ages 12 and under. Tickets are available online. For details, see the website, check the FAQ, or call (309) 762-4653 or (800) 336-4655. MAP
    Monday, July 5, 2010 to Sunday, July 11, 2010
  • Monmouth Fest and Health Jamboree - Monmouthfest and Health Jamboree will be held from 5-9 p.m. on the Public Square, Monmouth. It will include music by Miss Fortune, food, inflatables, and a health fair. Call (309) 734-3181 for details. FREE.
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • Joe Nobling (Lunchtime on the Plaza concert) - Joe Nobling will play for a Lunchtime on the Plaza concert from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. on The Great River Plaza stage in the Rock Island District, weather permitting. Call (309) 788-6311 for details. FREE.
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010; Wednesday, August 11, 2010
  • Library Knits Club - The Library Knits Club for all ages will meet from 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the Scott County Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge. Bring projects or work on practice yarn. Needles are available for checkout. Call (563) 285-4794 for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Wednesday,
  • Niabi Zoo (live animals) - Representatives and animals from Niabi Zoo will visit the Moline Library, 3210 41st St., at 1 p.m. Wednesday; 11 a.m. Thursday. Call (309) 524-2480 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010; Thursday, July 8, 2010
  • Energy Efficiency workshop - An Energy Efficiency workshop will begin at 6 p.m. at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, 3629 Mississippi Ave., Davenport. Learn how to make a home more energy efficient. A free self-help book and in-home energy audit will be offered. Call (563) 441-4091 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • Junior Theatre performance - Junior Theatre will perform at 10 a.m. at the Davenport Library, 321 Main St. Call (563) 326-7832 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Wednesday,
  • Rock Island Paranormal (ages 12 and up) - Rock Island Paranormal will talk about their ghost hunting activities for ages 12 and up at 7 p.m. at the Moline Library, 3210 41st St. Call (309) 524-2480 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • Teen chocolate program - The Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., will hold a teen chocolate program from 1-2 p.m. Call (563) 285-4794 for details. FREE. MAP
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
  • public meetings - A list of today's public meetings.
    Wednesday, July 7, 2010
    • CONTINUING EVENTS
  • Figge Museum - The permanent holdings of the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, are organized in several collections: American (Colonial period to 1945); Midwest Regionalist; Mexican Colonial; Asian; and Haitian. The museum also has a gift shop, restaurant, auditorium and educational wing. Docent-led tours are available. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and over and students with IDs; and $4 for ages 3-12. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; and 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday. Call (563) 326-7804 for details. MAP
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Rock Island Arsenal Museum - The Rock Island Arsenal Museum, established in 1905, is the second oldest U.S. Army museum after West Point, and the only certified Army museum in Illinois. It contains information on the history of Arsenal Island, an extensive collection of small arms, and other artifacts. The museum's displays change periodically; only about 10 percent of its collection is on display at one time. The museum is in Building 60 on North Ave. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; noon-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday (closed on major holidays.). Enter Arsenal Island through the Moline gate. All visitors 16 and older must have a photo ID. Call (309) 782-5021 for details. FREE.
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Mississippi River Visitor Center - The Mississippi River Visitor Center, Locks and Dam 15, Rock Island, is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. except for Thanksgiving Day, from noon Christmas Eve day through Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. The center is on the west end of Arsenal Island near the Government Bridge between Davenport and Rock Island. Watch towboats pass through the locks. Displays explain the process, and park rangers are available to answer questions. During the winter American bald eagles can be seen. Call (309) 794-5338 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Thursday, December 24, 2009 to Friday, December 24, 2010
  • IMAX Theatre: Hubble 3D - Hubble 3D is now showing at the Putnam Museum IMAX Theatre, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. The end date is tentative and has not been finalized. Call (563) 324-1933, check the website, or email for showtimes and ticket information. MAP
    Friday, March 19, 2010 to Thursday, September 30, 2010
  • Family Museum: Prehistoric Playground - The Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf, will host the Prehistoric Playground exhibit of animatronic dinosaurs and a variety of activities. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6; $4 for ages 60 and up, active military personnel, spouse, and children residing in the household; free for ages 1 and under. Call (563) 344-4106 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, May 22, 2010 to Sunday, September 5, 2010
  • Figge Museum: Scale: Ceramic Forms and Photographic Landscapes - Scale: Ceramic Forms and Photographic Landscapes, with works by Gerry Eskin, is at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, from June 6-Aug. 29. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and up and students with ID; $4 for ages 3-12. Call (563) 326-7804 for details. MAP
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Figge Museum: University of Iowa School of Art MFA Exhibition - The University of Iowa School of Art MFA Exhibition will be held through Aug. 15 at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday. Works include painting, sculpture, printmaking, design, intermedia, metals, ceramics, and photography. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and up and students with ID; $4 for ages 3-12. Call (563) 326-7804 for details. MAP
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Figge Museum: Global Currents: The John Deere Art Collection - Global Currents: The John Deere Art Collection is on exhibit at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, from April 24-Oct. 24. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and up and students with ID; $4 for ages 3-12. Call (563) 326-7804 or email for details. MAP
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Vander Veer Botanical Park: In the Garden with Eric Carle - In the Garden with Eric Carle is on display through Sept. 26 at Vander Veer Botanical Park and Conservatory, 215 W. Central Park Ave., Davenport. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Admission is $1; free for ages 16 and under and on Tuesdays. Call (563) 323-3298 for details. MAP
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Quad City Botanical Center: Flamingo Follies - Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, will host the Flamingo Follies exhibit, with artistically altered lawn flamingos, through Aug. 6. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5; $4 for ages 60 and up; $3 for ages 5-12; $1 for ages 2-4. Call (309) 794-0991 or email for details. MAP
    Sunday, July 4, 2010 to Friday, August 6, 2010
  • IMAX Theatre: How to Train Your Dragon 3D - How to Train Your Dragon 3D is now showing at the Putnam Museum IMAX Theatre, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. Call (563) 324-1933, check the website, or email for showtimes and ticket information. MAP
    Friday, June 18, 2010 to Thursday, July 15, 2010
  • IMAX Theatre: Shrek Forever After 3D - Shrek Forever After 3D is now showing at the Putnam Museum IMAX Theatre, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. Call (563) 324-1933, check the website, or email for showtimes and ticket information. MAP
    Friday, May 21, 2010 to Thursday, July 15, 2010
  • Figge Museum: 10 Years: The Brand Boeshaar Scholarship Program - 10 Years: The Brand Boeshaar Scholarship Program is on exhibit from May 29-Aug. 15 at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and up and students with ID; $4 for ages 3-12. Call (563) 326-7804, ext. 2045 or email for details. MAP
    Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Catich Gallery, St. Ambrose: Letterforms as Paramount - Letterforms as Paramount, featuring works by the Rev. Edward Catich, runs from June 2-July 23 at the Catich Art Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center, St. Ambrose University, W. High St. and N. Gaines St., Davenport. Works will include research journals, slates, broadsides, plaster casts, and rubbings. Gallery hours are noon-5 p.m. Call (563) 209-1287 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday,
  • Niabi Zoo - Niabi Zoo, 13010 Niabi Zoo Road, Coal Valley, is home to more than 900 animals representing more than 150 species. The zoo also offers a playground, train and carousel rides, classes, gift shop, picnic areas, and concessions. Hours are 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $6; $5.50 for ages 62 and up, $5 for ages 3-17; free for members and ages 2 and under. Call (309) 799-5107 or email for details. MAP
    Wednesday, May 5, 2010 to Wednesday, November 24, 2010
  • Bettendorf Library: Davenport's Civil Rights Movement: 1945-1974 - Davenport's Civil Rights Movement: 1945-1974 is on exhibit June 4-July 31 at the Bettendorf Library, 2950 Learning Campus Drive. Library hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Call (563) 333-6241 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Whitewater Junction Family Aquatic Center - Whitewater Junction Family Aquatic Center at Longview Park, 1601 Longview Drive, Rock Island, is a zero-depth to 9-foot-deep pool featuring four waterslides and a tot slide. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and holidays. Daily admission is $7; ages 2 and under free with paid adult. See the website for special events and coupons, or call (309) 732-7437. MAP
    Saturday, May 29, 2010 to Monday, September 6, 2010
  • Splash Landing Family Aquatic Center - Splash Landing Family Aquatic Center, 2220 23rd St., Bettendorf, is open from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. The main pool area includes a zero-depth entry with water geysers, kiddie boat slide, flue and speed slide, drop slide, and a diving board. The Toddler Pool area (for ages 6 and under with supervisor age 18 and up) has a slide, sprays, and a sand play area. Both pools are heated. Visitors may bring a chair or lounge. Concessions available. Costs of admission and passes vary; see the website for rates. Call (563) 344-4124 for details. MAP
    Monday, May 31, 2010 to Sunday, August 15, 2010
  • Riverside Aquatic Center - Riverside Aquatic Center, 3300 5th Ave., Moline, features a zero-depth pool, heated water, sand volleyball courts, a water playground, and slides. Hours are noon-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday; noon-5 p.m. Friday-Sunday. See the website for admission and details, or call (309) 797-0788. MAP
    Saturday, May 29, 2010 to Sunday, August 15, 2010
  • MidCoast Fine Arts Gallery: Trent Foltz - Photography by Trent Foltz is on exhibit at the MidCoast Fine Arts Gallery at the Mississippi Valley Welcome Center, 900 Eagle Ridge Court, LeClaire. Hours are 8:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Call (563) 322-3911, ext. 120 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, June 5, 2010 to Friday, August 6, 2010
  • MidCoast at the i wireless: Carol Boerckel - Watercolors by Carol Boerckel are on exhibit at MidCoast at the i wireless Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline. Call (309) 786-2430 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, June 5, 2010 to Friday, July 30, 2010
  • MidCoast at Centre Station: David Genac and Twin Rivers Photography - Photography by David Genac and Twin Rivers Photography is on exhibit at MidCoast at Centre Station, 1200 River Drive, Moline. Hours are 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Call (309) 786-2430 for details. MAP
    Saturday, June 5, 2010 to Friday, July 30, 2010
  • Putnam Museum: Take Flight: Aviation, Up Close and Personal - The exhibit Take Flight: Aviation, Up Close and Personal is at the Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and up, military, and students; $5 for ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and under. Call (563) 324-1933 or email for details. MAP
    Friday, June 18, 2010 to Monday, September 6, 2010
  • IMAX Theatre: Legends of Flight 3D - Legends of Flight 3D is now showing at the Putnam Museum IMAX Theatre, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. Call (563) 324-1933, check the website, or email for showtimes and ticket information. MAP
    Friday, June 18, 2010 to Sunday, October 17, 2010
  • Moline Library: A Splash Back in History - A Splash Back in History is on exhibit through July 31 at the Moline Library, 3210 41st St. It illustrates the history of the Deere-Wiman House swimming pool through photographs and artifacts. Library hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Call (309) 524-2470 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Putnam Museum: Cruisin' the Fossil Freeway - Cruisin' the Fossil Freeway is on exhibit at the Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $7; $6 for ages 60 and up, military, students; $5 for ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and under. Call (563) 324-1933 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 3, 2010 to Sunday, September 26, 2010
  • Bettendorf Library: Journey: A Meditation on Slavery and St. Ambrose University - The Bettendorf Library, 2950 Learning Campus Drive, will host the photography exhibit Journey: A Meditation on Slavery by Ann Hailey, and drawings by St. Ambrose University students. Civil Rights memorabilia also will be on exhibit. Hours are Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Call (563) 344-4175 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • Quad City Botanical Center: Hershbarger and Rivers - Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, will exhibit photographs by Megan Hershbarger and Ryan Rivers. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5; $4 for ages 60 and up; $3 for ages 5-12; $1 for ages 2-4. Call (309) 794-0991 or email for details. MAP
    Thursday, July 1, 2010 to Tuesday, August 31, 2010
  • Geneseo Library exhibits - On exhibit this month at the Geneseo Library, 218 S. State St., are Nancy Lund's birdhouse collection, Vanessa DeShane's antique cameras, and "Scare Up a Good Book"-themed art. Call (309) 944-6452 or email for details. MAP
    Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • MidCoast Gallery West: Cole Butler - Multimedia works by Cole Butler are on exhibit through Aug. 28 at MidCoast Gallery West, 1629 2nd Ave., Rock Island. Hours are 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Call (309) 786-2430 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,
  • MidCoast at the RiverCenter: Robert and Linda Scarth - Photography by Robert and Linda Scarth is on exhibit through Aug. 28 at MidCoast at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. Call (309) 786-2430 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 3, 2010 to Saturday, August 28, 2010
  • MidCoast at Bucktown: Banks and Rathje - Mixed media works by Steve Banks and Terry Rathje are on exhibit through Aug. 28 at MidCoast at Bucktown, 225 E. 2nd St., Ste. 204, Davenport. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Call (309) 786-2430 or email for details. MAP
    Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,

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