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EVENTS FOR SUNDAY, JULY 11, 2010

Country dance and jam session (ShagNasty) - ShagNasty will play for a country dance and jam session from 5-9 p.m. at American Legion Post 227, 829 16th Ave., East Moline. Admission is $3. Call (309) 755-5622 or email for details. MAP

Every Sunday,

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

Avey Brothers - The Avey Brothers will play from 9 p.m.-midnight at Rascals Rock Memorabilia Bar, 1414 15th St., Moline. Call (309) 797-9457 for details. MAP

Every Sunday,

Jubilee 2010 concert - Calvary Church of the Quad Cities, 4700 53rd St, Moline, will hold Jubilee 2010 concert at 6:30 p.m. Quad-Cities musicians, Pastor Tim, and Cathy Bowman will appear. Light refreshments will be served afterward. Call (309) 762-4166 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Breakfast buffet fundraiser for the Honor Guard - A breakfast buffet fundraiser for the Honor Guard will go on from 7-11 a.m. at American Legion Post 1233, 312 Broadview St., Colona. Cost is by donation. Call (309) 792-8934 for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Flamingo-ology - Flamingo-ology will be held from 1-3 p.m. at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island. Learn about flamingos, make an edible flamingo, and do an art project. Admission is $5; $4 for ages 60 and up; $3 for ages 5-12; $1 for ages 2-4, plus $5 for art project. Call (309) 794-0991 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Celebrating Mendelssohn: Composer and Conductor Extraordinaire (Don Wooten) - Don Wooten will present Celebrating Mendelssohn: Composer and Conductor Extraordinaire at 2 p.m. at the German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Free with museum admission. Call (563) 322-8844 for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Midsummer Night's Dream (comedy, Genesius Guild) - Genesius Guild will present the comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare at 8 p.m. at Lincoln Park Classic Theater, 38th St. and 11th Ave., Rock Island. Email for details. FREE. MAP

Friday, July 2, 2010; Saturday, July 3, 2010; Sunday, July 4, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010

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

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

Auditions for Hard to Believe - Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, will hold auditions for Hard to Believe, a musical by Timothy Stoller and Jonathan Turner, at 7 p.m. See the website for roles and descriptions. Bring at least 16 bars of music to sing. An accompanist will be provided (no taped music). Actors also will read from the script. Show dates are Sept 8-12 and 15-19. Call (309) 762-0330 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010 to Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Midseason Championships - Midseason Championships , 6 p.m., Quad City Speedway, 4200 Archer Drive, East Moline. Call (309) 792-5030 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Secret Squirrel (Music on the Levee) - Secret Squirrel will play for Music on the Levee at 7 p.m. at LeClaire Park, 400 W. Beiderbecke Drive, Davenport. Refreshments will be available. Call (563) 888-2235 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 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

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

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

Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Snappers - Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Snappers, 6 p.m. Saturday; 5 p.m. Sunday; 7 p.m. Monday, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S. Gaines St., Davenport. Call (563) 322-6348 for details. MAP

Saturday, July 10, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Monday, July 12, 2010

Catfish Jazz Society jam, dance, and dinner - The Catfish Jazz Society jam, dance, and dinner will take place from 3-7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1111 W. 35th St., Davenport. Food will be available for purchase. Call (309) 764-4935 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 2, 2010; Sunday, July 11, 2010; Sunday, August 8, 2010

Tour of Locks and Dam 15 - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will offer a tour of Lock and Dam 15 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. beginning at the Mississippi River Visitor Center on the west end of Arsenal Island. Ages 17 and up must have a photo ID. Walking is part of the tour; wear shoes enclosed both front and back (no sandals or clogs). Vehicles are subject to search; allow 15 minutes extra. Advance registration is required; call (309) 794-5338. FREE. MAP

Every Sunday, Saturday,

Sunday brunch with music by The Five Bridges Jazz Band - A Sunday brunch with music by The Five Bridges Jazz Band will be served from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Brady Street Chop House, Radisson Quad City Plaza Hotel, 111 E. 2nd St., Davenport. Call (563) 322-2200 for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010; Sunday, August 8, 2010

EASTERN IOWA POND TOUR - EASTERN IOWA POND TOUR, 11:00 - 4:00 PM, CEDAR RAPIDS, 6702 SPRING COVE CT NE, CEDAR RAPIDS. TOUR INCLUDES 8 PONDS AND WATER GARDENS. PLANT SALE--INCLUDING WATER LILIES--AT EVENT ADDRESS. $5.00. Call 319-294-4866 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Piano dedication recital (St. Mark Choirs) - The St. Mark Choirs will perform at a piano dedication recital at 3 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 2363 W. 3rd St., Davenport. Refreshments will be served afterward. Call (563) 322-5318 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Family activities and a broadcast of the World Cup Soccer championship game - The River's Edge, 700 W. River Drive, Davenport, will host family activities and a broadcast of the World Cup Soccer championship game at 11 a.m. Activities include penalty shootouts, juggling and skills contests, a radar gun speed shot challenge, ladder toss, and a preschool bounce house. There also will be a free public skate (skate rental extra) from noon-2 p.m. The game will be shown on a 46-foot projection screen at 1 p.m. Concessions will be available. Call (563) 322-5220 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

Blessing of animals service - First Presbyterian Church, 777 25th Ave., East Moline, will hold a blessing of animals service at 10 a.m. Pets should be on a leash or in a cage or carrier. Refreshments will be served to people and animals. Call (309) 755-1595 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, July 11, 2010

CONTINUING EVENTS

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,

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,

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,

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

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

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

Quad City Botanical Center: Model railroad display - A Heartland Central Model Railroad Club display can be seen from 1-4 p.m. at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island.Admission is $5; $4 for ages 60 and up; $3 for ages 5-12; $1 for ages 2-4. Call (309) 794-0991 for details. MAP

Every Sunday

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 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