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EVENTS FOR FRIDAY, JULY 09, 2010

Wet All Over with Professor H20 - Wet All Over with Professor H20 will include hands-on science experiments for children at 1 p.m. at the Davenport Library, 321 Main St. Call (563) 326-7832 for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Chicago (film) - The Davenport Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., will show Chicago at 2 p.m. Free popcorn and lemonade will be served. Call (563) 326-7832 for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

100 Saints You Should Know (drama) - New Ground Theatre will present 100 Saints You Should Know by Kate Fodor at the Village Theatre, 2113 E. 11th St., Davenport. Showtimes are 2 p.m. Thursday and Sunday; 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday. There will be wine and discussion with the actors after the shows on July 9 and 10. Tickets are $15; $12 for students and ages 55 and up. Call (563) 326-7529 for details. MAP

Thursday, July 8, 2010; Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Thursday, July 15, 2010; Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010

Mr. Whoopie - Mr. Whoopie will play from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. at the Rusty Nail, 2606 W. Locust St., Davenport. Cover is $3. Call (563) 386-1900 or email for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 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,

Night Crew - The Night Crew, featuring members of The Night People, will play from 8 p.m.-midnight at Cabanas, 2120 4th Ave., Rock Island. Call (309) 786-1450 for details. MAP

Every Friday,

Turn for the Nurse (crime farce) - The Richmond Hill Players will present the crime farce A Turn for the Nurse by Rick Abbot at the Barn Theater, HK Robinson Drive and S. Stewart St., Geneseo. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $8 Thursday; $10 Friday-Sunday. On July 11, St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church will hold a reception at 6:30 p.m. with dessert and raffle to benefit children's charities in Africa. Call (309) 944-2244 for details, or reserve tickets online. MAP

Thursday, July 8, 2010; Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Thursday, July 15, 2010; Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010

Truckers' Jamboree (Tracy Lawrence, others) - The annual Truckers' Jamboree will be held from 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday at Iowa 80 Truckstop, I-80 Exit 284, Walcott. The event will feature more than 150 exhibits, Super Truck Beauty Contest, antique truck display, 100th birthday party for the 1910 Avery farm truck, pork chop cookout, Truckers' Olympics, fireworks, and more. Tracy Lawrence will perform on Thursday at 7 p.m., and other bands are scheduled. Shuttles will be provided from the parking area to the event grounds. Call (563) 468-5519 for details or see the schedule of events online. FREE. MAP

Thursday, July 8, 2010; Friday, July 9, 2010

Fences (drama) - Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, will present the drama Fences by August Wilson. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $10. Call (309) 762-0330 or email for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010

Grease (musical) - Quad City Music Guild will present the musical Grease by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey at Prospect Park Theater, 1584 34th Ave., Moline. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $15; $10 for children. Call (309) 762-6610 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Thursday, July 15, 2010; Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010

Tri-County Band - The Tri-County Band will play at 7:30 p.m. at the Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Veterans' Memorial Park, 1645 23rd St. There will be an ice cream social. Call (563) 344-4113 for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Tours of Colonel Davenport House - Tours of Colonel Davenport House, noon-4 p.m., Colonel Davenport House, north shore, Arsenal Island. $5; $3 for seniors, students; $10 for families. Call (563) 388-9657 or email for details.

Thursday, July 1, 2010; Friday, July 2, 2010; Saturday, July 3, 2010; Sunday, July 4, 2010; Thursday, July 8, 2010; Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Thursday, July 15, 2010; Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010; Thursday, July 22, 2010; Friday, July 23, 2010; Saturday, July 24, 2010; Sunday, July 25, 2010; Thursday, July 29, 2010; Friday, July 30, 2010; Saturday, July 31, 2010

Riverdale Alumni pub crawl for the Riverdale Education Foundation - The second annual Riverdale Alumni pub crawl for the Riverdale Education Foundation will go on from 6-11 p.m. on Main St., Port Byron. There also will be cash prizes, a hog raffle, 50/50 drawing, and more. Cards are $5 at the Main Street pavilion. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Monsters vs Aliens (film) - The film Monsters vs Aliens will be shown at dusk at Central Park, SE 3rd St. and SE 3rd Ave., Aledo. Popcorn, hot dogs, pop, water, and candy will be available. Call (309) 582-2751 for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Ice cream social and supper - Congregational United Church Of Christ, W. 201 2nd St., Atkinson, will hold the annual ice cream social and supper from 5-8 p.m. Menu includes barbecue and hot chicken sandwiches, homemade pies, cakes, ice cream, and beverages. Call (309) 936-7672 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 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

Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Fiesta - The Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Fiesta will go on from 5-11 p.m. Friday; 4 p.m.-midnight Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 800 17th St., Silvis. Smooth Groove will play at 7 p.m. Friday; Quad City Ballet Folklorico will perform at 5 p.m. Saturday, and Los Mocambos will play at 7 p.m. Saturday. There also will be food, children's games, and a raffle. See the schedule online. Admission is $5; free ages 11 and under. Call (309) 792-3876 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010

Paleo Party - The Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport, will hold a Paleo Party from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Search for fossils in the dig pit, create coffee ground fossils, play games, and see exhibits. Light refreshments will be served. Admission is $5; $4 for members. Call (563) 324-1054, ext. 266 or email for reservations by July 6. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Cruise-In - A Cruise-In will go on from 6-8:30 p.m. at Advance Auto Parts, 3813 18th Ave., Rock Island. Food will be available, and there will be door prizes. Call (309) 786-8751 for details. MAP

Friday, May 14, 2010; Friday, May 28, 2010; Friday, June 11, 2010; Friday, June 25, 2010; Friday, July 9, 2010; Friday, July 23, 2010; Friday, August 6, 2010; Friday, August 20, 2010; Friday, September 3, 2010; Friday, September 17, 2010; Friday, October 1, 2010

Ricky Skaggs - Ricky Skaggs will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St., Bettendorf. Tickets are $43; $15 in advance. Call (800) 843-4753 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Junior Talley: Illusions of Elvis and The EAS Band - Junior Talley: Illusions of Elvis and The EAS Band will perform at 8 p.m. at Jumer's Casino and Hotel, I-280 and IL-92, Rock Island. Tickets are $20; $15 for IMAGE Club members. Call (309) 756-4600 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Be a Water Hero (Steve Vacek) - Steve Vacek from the Army Corp of Engineers will present Be a Water Hero at 11 a.m. at the Walcott Library, 207 S. Main St. Learn what to do when someone is drowning, and other swimming safety tips. Call (563) 284-6612 for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Opening reception for the Shawn Johnson and Joseph Meinecke exhibit - An opening reception for the Shawn Johnson and Joseph Meinecke exhibit will be held from 7-9 p.m. at the Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd Ave., Rock Island. Call (309) 793-1213 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band, DJ Shane Brown - Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band and DJ Shane Brown will perform an all-ages outdoor show (weather permitting) at 8 p.m. at the Rock Island Brewing Company, 1815 2nd Ave. Cover is $10. Call (309) 793-1999 or email for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Nitetrotter underground music festival (more than 50 bands) - More than 50 bands will play at the Nitetrotter underground music festival at Mixtapes, 830 15th Ave., East Moline. Times are noon-midnight Friday-Saturday; noon-10 p.m. Sunday. See the website for the lineup. Also, art by Rose Noble, Jorge Tapia, Marty Jones, William Harris, and others will be shown. Admission is $10 per day (subject to change); a limited number of $10 three-day passes are available online and at Mixtapes. Call (309) 752-9737 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010 to Sunday, July 11, 2010

Steady Rollin' Blues Band (Friday Live at 5) - The Steady Rollin' Blues Band will play outdoors for Friday Live at 5 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the River Music Experience, 129 Main St., Davenport. A cash bar will be available. Call (563) 326-1333 for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

John Resch and "Detroit" Larry Davidson - John Resch and "Detroit" Larry Davidson will play at 9 p.m. at The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St., Bettendorf. Call (563) 344-2517 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010

Mike Blomme Trio - The Mike Blomme Trio will play from 6-10 p.m. at Toucan's Cantina/Skinny Legs BBQ, 2020 W. 1st St., Milan. Call (309) 787-1117 for details. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010; Friday, July 30, 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

Quad City Arts Center: Johnson and Meinecke - Paintings by Shawn Johnson and clay sculptures by Joseph Meinecke are on exhibit at the Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd Ave., Rock Island, from July 9-Aug. 13. Gallery hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. Call (309) 793-1213 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,

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

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,

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,

Quad City Airport Gallery: Kottal and Casto - Oil paintings by Julia Kottal and ceramic sculptures by Andrew Casto are on exhibit at the Quad City International Airport Gallery, 2200 69th Ave., Moline. Art @ the Airport is a satellite gallery of Quad City Arts. The airport offers one hour of free parking. Call (309) 793-1213 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 9, 2010 to Sunday, August 29, 2010

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

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,