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EVENTS FOR SATURDAY, JULY 17, 2010
  • Tudi's Bark in the Park run - Tudi's Bark in the Park run will be held from 8-9 a.m. at City Park, State St. and Main St., Geneseo. It will include a 5K run, 1-mile walk with pets, and a 1/4 mile kiddie race (all children will receive a ribbon). Cost is $25; $15 for kids. Online registration is available. Proceeds will benefit the Henry County Humane Society. Call (309) 944-4868 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Blue Collar Band - The Blue Collar Band will play from 6-10 p.m. at Rhythm City Casino, 101 W. River Drive, Davenport. Call (563) 441-7000 for details. FREE. MAP
    Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Country-western dance - The Mississippi Valley Country Dance Association will hold a country-western dance at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, 605 5th Ave., Durant. Admission is $7. Call (309) 299-3116 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Where the Wild Things Are (film) - Where the Wild Things Are is the City of Bettendorf's Movie in the Park at sundown at the Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Veterans' Memorial Park, 1645 23rd St. Call (563) 344-4113 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Funnies - The Funnies will play from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Mulligan's Valley Pub, 310 W. 1st Ave., Coal Valley. Call (309) 799-7515 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 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
  • Abobanga - Abobanga will play from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Bent River Brewing Company, 1413 5th Ave., Moline. Call (309) 797-2722 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker, Justin Moore, Easton Corbin, Steel Magnolia, and Josh Thompson - Brad Paisley will bring his H2O World Tour to the i wireless Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline. Darius Rucker, Justin Moore, Easton Corbin, Steel Magnolia, and Josh Thompson also will perform. The tour will include a Water World Plaza with various activities and music at 4 p.m., which is free (no concert ticket needed). Music outside starts at 5 p.m.; the main concert is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $59.75, $45.75, and $25. Call (800) 745-3000 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Stories, Songs and Fun with Shellie Moore Guy (Kidz Day) - Stories, Songs and Fun with Shellie Moore Guy will be the Kidz Day program for ages preschool-12 from 10:30 a.m.-noon in the Performance Hall, River Music Experience, 129 Main St., Davenport. Cost is $5; free for ages 12 and under (children must be accompanied). Call (563) 326-1333 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Richard III (tragedy), Genesius Guild - Genesius Guild will present the tragedy Richard III by William Shakespeare at 8 p.m. at Lincoln Park Classic Theater, 38th St. and 11th Ave., Rock Island. Email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010; Saturday, July 24, 2010; Sunday, July 25, 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
  • Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead (parody) - Harrison Hilltop Theatre, 1601 N. Harrison St., Davenport, will present the parody Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead by Bert V. Royal. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $20; $18 in advance; $15 for students; "pay what you can" on July 14. Call (563) 449-6371 or email for details. MAP
    Wednesday, July 14, 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
  • Mercer County Fair - The Mercer County Fair will be held at the Mercer County Fairgrounds, SW 12th Ave. and Ill. 17, Aledo. See the daily schedule, the grandstand schedule, and the 4-H schedule for details, or call (309) 582-2350 or email. MAP
    Tuesday, July 13, 2010 to Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Lunch kick-off celebration for "A Home for Habitat" campaign - A lunch kick-off celebration for "A Home for Habitat" campaign will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the future Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities office, 3625 Mississippi Ave., Davenport. Lunch and a raffle entry will be available for a donation. Proceeds will go toward the purchase and renovation of an office and warehouse. Call (563) 359-9066 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • O.A.R. and Citizen Cope - O.A.R. and Citizen Cope will perform at 7:30 p.m. at the Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport. Tickets are $35. Call (563) 326-8500 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Explore Smith’s Island (Riverine Walk) - Explore Smith’s Island (Riverine Walk), 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday; 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday, Meet at Corps/Mississippi River Project Building, 25549 182nd St., Pleasant Valley. $5. Call (563) 322-2969 or email for details. MAP
    Wednesday, July 14, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 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
  • 10 For 10K Bracket Bash; MWSC - 10 For 10K Bracket Bash; MWSC,Cordova Dragway Park, 19425 Illinois 84 N., Cordova. Call (309) 654-2110 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010
  • Luna Bonita Belly Dance Troupe, The Orion Community Band, and Road to Morocco - Entertainment in Central Park, 4th St. and 12th Ave., Orion, will include the Luna Bonita Belly Dance Troupe performing at 6:30 p.m., The Orion Community Band performing at 7:30 p.m., and the film Road to Morocco at dusk. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps - Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Fort Wayne TinCaps, 6 p.m. Saturday; 5 p.m. Sunday; 1 p.m. Monday, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S. Gaines St., Davenport. Call (563) 322-6348 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010; Sunday, July 18, 2010; Monday, July 19, 2010
  • Elephants' Birthday Celebration - The Elephants' Birthday Celebration will go on from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Niabi Zoo, 13010 Niabi Zoo Road, Coal Valley. There will be crafts, face painting, and games. Free cake will be served at noon. Babe and Sophie will get special treats at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Free with zoo admission. Call (309) 799-3482 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Medieval Day: Living History in the Park (Society for Creative Anachronism) - The Society for Creative Anachronism will present Medieval Day: Living History in the Park from 2-7 p.m. at Lincoln Park, 38th St. and 11th Ave., Rock Island. It will include demonstrations of fighting and fencing, dancing, storytelling. puppetry, children's games, and more. Bring a picnic if you wish. Call (309) 786-4759 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Back Track and The Hollywood Horn - Back Track and The Hollywood Horn will perform from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at Ducky's Lagoon, 13515 78th Ave. W., Taylor Ridge. Call (309) 798-2423 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Open house - Chaos Studios Photography, Joni's Photography, and Dreamer's Photography will hold an open house from 2-6 p.m. on the third floor, One River Place, 1225 E. River Drive, Davenport. There will be giveaways. Call (563) 505-9493 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Walcott Day - Walcott Day will include a parade, pie-eating contest, and music by Wild Oatz in Victory Park, 202 E. Otis St., at 7 p.m. Call (563) 284-6467 for details.
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Blaz'n' Country - Blaz'n' Country will play from 8 p.m.-midnight at Krusteez Pizza, 411 NE 2nd St., Matherville. Call (309) 754-9800 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 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,
  • Family Game Day and pizza party - The Davenport Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., will hold a Family Game Day and pizza party from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Board games and cards will be available, and pizza and lemonade will be served. Call (563) 326-7832 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, June 12, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Walking tour of downtown Davenport architecture - The Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, will conduct a walking tour of downtown Davenport architecture from 10:30 a.m.-noon. It will conclude at the museum with a discussion of the meaning of David Chipperfield's design for the Quad-Cities. Wear comfortable shoes. Cost is $7; free for Figge members. Call (563) 326-7804, ext. 2045 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, June 19, 2010; Saturday, June 26, 2010; Saturday, July 10, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010; Saturday, July 31, 2010; Saturday, August 7, 2010
  • Super-Couponing 2 live workshop with Jill Cataldo - A Super-Couponing 2 live workshop with Jill Cataldo will begin at 10 a.m. at the Moline Library, 3210 41st St. Call (309) 524-2440 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Time-Span Band - The Time-Span Band will play at 8 p.m. at Cabanas, 2120 4th Ave., Rock Island. Call (309) 786-1450 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Saturday,
  • Squabbles (comedy) - Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, will present the comedy Squabbles by Marshall Karp from July 16-Aug. 28. 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,
  • Godspell (musical) - Students at the Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave., Rock Island, will present the musical Godspell by Stephen Schwartz. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Friday and 12:30 p.m. Saturday (grades 3-7); 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday (grades 8-9). Tickets are $10. Call (309) 788-5433 or email for details. MAP
    Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • American Cancer Society Scott County Relay for Life - The American Cancer Society Scott County Relay for Life will begin at 6 p.m. Friday at Brady Street Stadium, E. 36th St. and Brady St., Davenport, and run through 5 a.m. Saturday. Team members walk around the track to honor those who have survived cancer and to remember those who have not. Festivities will include bands, kids' activities, and a silent auction. ComedySportz Quad Cities will perform at 10 p.m. See the schedule online. Rain location is the OS Sports Complex, 5003 N. Brady St. Email for details. MAP
    Friday, July 16, 2010; Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Slough Buoys - The Slough Buoys will play from 8 p.m.-midnight at Toucan's Outdoor Grille-n-Cantina, 2020 W. 1st St., Milan. Call (309) 787-1117 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Car show - A car show will be held from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Windmont Park, Kewanee. Call (309) 937-1255 or email for details. FREE.
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Beauty and the Beast (film, Sing-Along Saturday) - The Davenport Library, 321 Main St., will show Beauty and the Beast with subtitled songs at 1 p.m. for Sing-Along Saturday. Sing and dance during the film. Free popcorn will be served. Call (563) 326-7832 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Indoor garage sale and cookout - The Center for Active Seniors, Inc., 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, will hold an indoor garage sale and cookout from 8 a.m -2 p.m. Call (563) 386-7477 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Hairbanger's Ball and Unexpected - Hairbanger's Ball and Unexpected will play at 7 p.m. for the sixth anniversary party at the Daiquiri Factory, 1809 2nd Ave., Rock Island. Cover is $10. Call (309) 283-1809 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • B1g T1me - B1g T1me, a Tom Waits tribute band, will play at 9 p.m. at the Rock Island Brewing Company, 1815 2nd Ave. Cover is $6. Call (309) 793-1999 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Ag Education Day (agricultural activities for kids) - The third annual Ag Education Day, with a variety of agricultural activities for kids, will be offered from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the John Deere Pavilion, 1400 River Drive, Moline. It will include crafts, pedal tractor rides, a hands-on Little Johnny's Farm, blacksmith demonstrations, a petting zoo, and informational booths. Call (309) 765-1000 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • MikelParis of O.A.R. - MikelParis of O.A.R. will perform at midnight at the Redstone Room, River Music Experience, 129 Main St., Davenport. Tickets are $7; $5 with Adler Theatre O.A.R. ticket stub. Call (563) 326-1333 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Poker run for Make-A-Wish - A poker run for Make-A-Wish will go on from noon-4 p.m. starting at The Captain's Table, 4801 River Drive, Moline. Pick up cards by boat at seven checkpoints, or drive or bike to five checkpoints. The holder of the highest poker hand will draw for a chance to win an 18-foot Tahoe Q4 Runabout. Proceeds from the event benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Iowa and Make-A-Wish Foundation of Illinois. Cost is $20 per hand. Call (309) 736-9188 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Watershed Festival (music, dance, activities) - A Watershed Festival will go on from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Freight House Farmers' Market, 401 W. River Drive, Davenport. It will include music, dance, activities, demonstrations, and more. See the schedule online. Call (563) 327-5159 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Trent Avery and Buckshot - Trent Avery and Buckshot will play from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Legends Bar & Grille, 201 E. Main St., Aledo. Call (309) 582-9966 or email for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Arts Revolution Block Party - Harrison Hilltop Theatre, 1601 Harrison St., Davenport, will host an Arts Revolution Block Party from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. It will include food vendors, visual and performing artists, and activities. Admission is $1. Call (563) 449-6371 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Taco run and "fun raiser" ride - ABATE of Iowa, District 15 will hold a taco run and "fun raiser" ride. It will start at Wiebler's Harley-Davidson & Buell, 5320 Corporate Park Drive, Davenport, and end at The Beach Pub, 1022 W. Front St., Buffalo. Sign-in is from from 10 a.m.-noon. A raffle and auction also will be held at the end of the ride. Cost is $10. Proceeds will benefit the Children's Therapy Center. Call (563) 676-8013 or (563) 843-3427 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Hog roast and street dance - The second annual hog roast and street dance will be held at American Legion Post 569, 515 W. 1st Ave., Milan. The meal will be served from 3-6 p.m., then veterans will be honored, followed by dancing from 7-11 p.m. to Boothill Ridge. Menu includes roast pork, coleslaw, baked beans, and corn on the cob. Tickets are $9; $8 in advance; $5 for the dance only. Proceeds will go toward Post activities and veterans' services. Call (309) 787-4149 for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Comedians Larry "Uncle Lar" Reeb, Mike Lebovitz - Comedians Larry "Uncle Lar" Reeb and Mike Lebovitz will perform at The Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday; 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Tickets are $10 (buy one, get one free Thursday). Larry's show is "rated R." Call (309) 786-7733, ext. 2 for details. MAP
    Thursday, July 15, 2010 to Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • National Bicycle League Regional Races - National Bicycle League Regional Races will be held at East Moline BMX Speedway, 1900 Avenue of the Cities. Times are 6 p.m. Friday; 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m. Sunday. Call (309) 792-9407 for details. FREE. MAP
    Friday, July 16, 2010 to Sunday, July 18, 2010
  • Mississippi Valley Paranormal Ghost Investigation - A Mississippi Valley Paranormal Ghost Investigation will begin at 7 p.m. at the East Moline Library, 740 16th St. Registration required; call (309) 755-9614 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010; Saturday, July 31, 2010
  • Wood Whittling (Berry Williams) - Berry Williams will talk about and demonstrate Wood Whittling at 7 p.m. at Fisherman's Corner, 16123 IL-84 N, East Moline. Visitors can bring specimens for identification. Call (309) 794-5338 or (815) 259-3628 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Dog Days of Summer event and grand opening of Brent's Park - QC PAWS will hold the fourth annual Dog Days of Summer event and grand opening of Brent's Park from noon-3 p.m. at the Rock Island County Animal Care and Control Shelter, 4001 78th Ave., Moline. The facility will offer free ice cream, lemonade, games, and reduced adoption fees. Call (309) 558-3647 for details. FREE. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Doggie and car wash - The Quad City Animal Welfare Center, 724 W. 2nd Ave., Milan, will hold a doggie and car wash from 10 a.m.-noon. Cost is $5. Call (309) 787-6830 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • Door County Cherries - Door County Cherries, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Freight House Farmers' Market, 421 W. River Drive, Davenport. Palm Tree Pat's is bringing back Door County cherries to the Quad-Cities. Now taking pre-orders for sweetened and unsweetened cherries to be delivered to the Freight House Farmer's Market on Saturday, July 17. Call (563) 888-2235 for details. MAP
    Wednesday, July 14, 2010 to Saturday, July 17, 2010
  • ASA Shriners' Ladies' Charity fast pitch softball tournament - The sixth annual ASA Shriners' Ladies' Charity fast pitch softball tournament will be held at Greenvalley Sports Complex, 5920 52nd Ave., Moline. Play begins at 11 a.m. Friday-Saturday; championships start at 8 a.m. Sunday. Divisions are 10 and under, 12 and under, 14 and under, 16 and under, and 18 and under. Admission is $4 daily or $10 for a three-day pass; $2 daily or $5 for a three-day pass for children and seniors; free for ages 5 and under. MAP
    Friday, July 16, 2010 to Sunday, July 18, 2010
  • Six Nights Alone - Six Nights Alone will play at Racer's Edge, 936 15th Ave., East Moline. Call (309) 755-8131 or email for details. MAP
    Saturday, July 17, 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
  • Major Art and Hobby: Heartland Central Model Railroad Club open house - A Heartland Central Model Railroad Club open house will run from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at Major Art and Hobby, 201 E. 2nd St., Davenport. It is an HO-scale train exhibit with steam and diesel replicas, rolling stock, and scenery from the late 1930s to the 1950s. Call (563) 323-9042 for details. FREE. MAP
    Every Saturday,
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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,
  • IMAX Theatre: Inception - Inception 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, July 16, 2010 to Saturday, September 25, 2010

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