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EVENTS FOR SUNDAY, MAY 20, 2012

Third Sunday Jazz Workshop CANCELED - The Third Sunday Jazz Workshop at the Redstone Room, River Music Experience has been canceled.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Sam Salomone (Third Sunday Jazz Matinee) CANCELED - The Third Sunday Jazz Matinee with Sam Salomone at the Redstone Room, River Music Experience has been canceled.

Sunday, May 20, 2012

$preading it Around (comedy) - Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, will present the comedy $preading it Around by Londos D'Arrigo from April 20-June 9. 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,

Catfish Jazz jam party - A Catfish Jazz jam party will be held from 3-7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 1111 W. 35th St., Davenport. Musicians are welcome to join in. Dinner will be available for $8. Call (563) 391-1532 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Titanic Aftermath (drama) - Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, will present the drama Titanic Aftermath by Michael Wehrli. 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, May 11, 2012; Saturday, May 12, 2012; Sunday, May 13, 2012; Friday, May 18, 2012; Saturday, May 19, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

Dance (John and Kay Retzl) - John and Kay Retzl will play for a dance from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Viking Club, 1450 41st St., Moline. Admission is $4. Call (309) 764-3635 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, April 15, 2012; Sunday, April 29, 2012; Sunday, May 6, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

Midwest F-Body Association and Fun Day - Cordova Dragway Park, 19425 Ill. Rte. 84 N., will host Midwest F-Body Association and Fun Day open for anyone. Call (309) 654-2110 for details. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Guardian (musical), The Internet Players - The Internet Players will present the musical The Guardian by Kevin Straus at the Village Theatre, 2113 E. 11th St., Davenport. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $10; $5 for students and ages 65 and up; half-price May 10; free for mothers on May 13. Call (563) 940-4785 for details. MAP

Thursday, May 10, 2012; Friday, May 11, 2012; Saturday, May 12, 2012; Sunday, May 13, 2012; Thursday, May 17, 2012; Friday, May 18, 2012; Saturday, May 19, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

For Sale by Owner (motorized vehicles sale) - The Bettendorf Parks and Recreation Foundation will sponsor a For Sale by Owner event from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday at the former Eagle Foods parking lot, 2850 18th St., Bettendorf. Owners of motorized vehicles, including 5th wheels and other pull-behind campers, may display and sell them. Print a form for details and to reserve a space. Proceeds from the rental spaces will be used toward educational and recreation programs and special projects. Call (563) 344-4464 for details. MAP

Saturday, May 19, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

Autos Meet Architecture, Matt Gaul - Matt Gaul will present Autos Meet Architecture at 2 p.m. at the German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Free with admission. Call (563) 322-8844 for details. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Auditions for Genesius Guild - Auditions for Genesius Guild productions will be held at Lincoln Park Classic Theater, 11th Avenue and 40th Street, Rock Island. Times are 1 p.m. Saturday-Sunday; 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. The shows are Don Juan in Hell (June), Measure for Measure (June-July), Agamemnon (July), Choephores and Eumenides (July), The Oresteia (July), and The Frogs (July-August). Also, an online email call form is available for prospective actors. Email for details. FREE. MAP

Saturday, May 12, 2012; Sunday, May 13, 2012; Tuesday, May 15, 2012; Thursday, May 17, 2012; Saturday, May 19, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

Sundays at the Figge tour - The Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, will offer a Sundays at the Figge tour at 1:30 p.m. Free with admission. Call (563) 326-7804 for details. MAP

Sunday, April 29, 2012; Sunday, May 6, 2012; Sunday, May 13, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012; Sunday, May 27, 2012; Sunday, June 3, 2012; Sunday, June 10, 2012

Recognition ceremony for the Young Artists at the Figge, Pleasant Valley Community Schools exhibit - Recognition ceremonies for the Young Artists at the Figge, Pleasant Valley Community Schools exhibit will be held at 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Free with admission. Call (563) 326-7804 for details. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Health Through Acupuncture and Other Techniques, Edvard L.C. Gerega - Edvard L.C. Gerega will talk about Health Through Acupuncture and Other Techniques at 1 p.m. at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island. Free with admission ($5; $4 for ages 60 and up; $3 for ages 6-12; $1 for ages 3-5; free ages 2 and under). Call (309) 794-0991 for details. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Closing reception for the Senior Studio Art Student Exhibition - A closing reception for the Senior Studio Art Student Exhibition will be held from 12:45-2 p.m. at the Augustana College Art Museum, Centennial Hall, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island. Call (309) 794-7231 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Cambridge Main Street Auction - The 13th annual Cambridge Main Street Auction will begin at noon at Stenzel Auction Service, 135 W. Center St., Cambridge. Call (309) 937-2633 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

La Buena Vida family health and immigration fair - Casa Guanajuato Quad Cities will hold La Buena Vida health and immigration fair from noon-4 p.m. at Casa de los Ninos, 1401 16th St., Moline. There will be health screenings, immigration presentations and consultations, naturalization sessions, a kids' bike safety rodeo, puppet shows, informational booths, free pizza, drawings, and more. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Hankies, Houses and Holidays quilt show - A Hankies, Houses and Holidays quilt show will be held from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday at Colony School, 405 W. Main St., Bishop Hill. Admission is $3. Call (309) 927-3899 for details. MAP

Friday, May 18, 2012 to Sunday, May 20, 2012

Spring Market Days - LeClaire is holding Spring Market Days. FREE.

Friday, May 18, 2012 to Sunday, May 20, 2012

Scandinavian Arts Fest - First Lutheran Church, 1600 20th St., Rock Island, will host the annual Scandinavian Arts Fest from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. It will feature Viking re-enactors, dancing, demonstrations, Norwegian Fjord horses pulling carriage carts, vendors, rommegrot (dessert) and krumkake (cookies), a bake sale, and lunch. A Psalmodikons group will perform Saturday. Call (309) 788-9661 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Saturday, May 19, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

ICAN of the Quad Cities - ICAN of the Quad Cities, 3:00 - 5:30 pm, Healing Heart Center, 3481 Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf. A family friendly event, no child sitting service available. ICAN of the Quad Cities Chapter provides information and support to women preparing for a first birth, wishing to avoid an unnessecay cesarean, planning a VBAC and healing from cesarean surgery. Held the third Sunday of each month. Call (309) 737-9255 or email for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Fresh Start benefit sale - Humility of Mary Housing, Inc., 3805 Mississippi Ave., Davenport, will hold a Fresh Start benefit sale from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Call (563) 326-1330 for details. MAP

Saturday, May 19, 2012; Sunday, May 20, 2012

Flores de Mayo/Santacruzan Festival - The Iowa-Illinois Quad-Cities Filipino-American Association will hold a Flores de Mayo/Santacruzan Festival at St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport. At 4 p.m. a procession with flowers and songs for the Blessed Mother will start at Christ the King Chapel. Games and candy for children will follow. A 6 p.m. dinner and dance presentation will be held at the Rogalski Center. Cost is $20; $15 for children. Call (563) 359-6786 or (563) 359-5229 for details. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Personal Reflections on General U.S. Grant, Robert Van De Voorde (Quad Cities Civil War Roundtable) - Robert Van De Voorde will give Personal Reflections on General U.S. Grant at a meeting of the Quad Cities Civil War Roundtable from 2-4 p.m. at the Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 1105 8th St., Moline. Call (309) 743-2700 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

Fallen firefighters memorial service - The Rock Island Fire Department and the Rock Island Association of Retired Firefighters will hold the annual fallen firefighters memorial service at 2:30 p.m. at Central Fire Station, 1313 5th Ave., Rock Island. Alderwoman Joy Murphy will speak, the Honor Guard will post colors, and there will be a Bell Ceremony with a historic bell. A reception will follow. Call (309) 732-2800 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

A MAY ZING! spring dance recital - An A MAY ZING! spring dance recital will begin at 4:30 p.m. in the auditorium, McKinley Elementary School, 1716 Kenwood Ave., Davenport. Students and Imani! Dance Company members will perform. Suggested donation is $5; $2 for ages 5 and under. Call (563) 326-3352 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, May 20, 2012

CONTINUING EVENTS

Quad City Botanical Center - The highlight of the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, is its 6,444-square-foot tropical Sun Garden conservatory with a 14-foot waterfall, reflecting pools, and a 70-foot skylight peak. The center also has extensive outdoor displays, including a Conifer Garden, a Physically Challenged Garden, a Scrambled Alphabet Garden, and perennial gardens. It has a gift shop, and works by local artists are on display. See the website for special events. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday (until 8 p.m. Tuesday); noon-5 p.m. Sunday (April-Oct.); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-4 p.m. Sunday (Nov.-March). See the website for holiday hours. Admission is $6; $5 for ages 60 and up; $4 for ages 5-15; $2 for ages 2-4; free for under age 2; $1 Mondays June 3-Aug. 12. Call 309-794-0991 or email for details. MAP

Sunday, January 2, 2005 to Thursday, January 2, 2014

Quad City Botanical Center: Heartland Central Model Railroad exhibit - A Heartland Central Model Railroad exhibit can be seen from 1-4 p.m. through Oct. 28 at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island. Admission is $6; $5 for ages 60 and up; $4 for ages 5-15; $2 for ages 2-5; free for under age 2. Call (309) 794-0991 for details. MAP

Every Sunday,

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 Dec. 24 through Dec. 25, and Jan. 1. 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 Monday, December 24, 2012

Putnam Museum: Dinosaurs Unearthed - Dinosaurs Unearthed is on exhibit at the Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. It features life-size animatronic models of feathered dinosaurs and a dig pit. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10; $9 for seniors, students, and military; $7.50 for ages 3-12; $1 off for members; free for ages 2 and under. Call (563) 324-1933 or email for details. MAP

Saturday, March 3, 2012 to Sunday, September 9, 2012

Putnam Museum: Anne Frank: A History for Today - Anne Frank: A History for Today 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

Saturday, March 31, 2012 to Monday, May 28, 2012

Putnam Museum: Paintings Created in Hiding by Erich and Heinz Geiringer - Paintings Created in Hiding by Erich and Heinz Geiringer are 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, and students; $5 for ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and under. Call (563) 324-1933 or email for details. MAP

Saturday, March 31, 2012 to Monday, May 28, 2012

Niabi Zoo - Niabi Zoo, 13010 Niabi Zoo Road, Coal Valley, is home to more than 900 animals representing more than 140 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. (last admission at 4:30 p.m.). On Thursdays in July and August, the zoo will stay open until 8 p.m. (last admission at 7:30 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; half-price Tuesdays. Call (309) 799-5107 or email for details. MAP

Monday, March 5, 2012 to Sunday, October 28, 2012

German American Heritage Center: Beetle to Benz - The German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, will host Beetle to Benz exhibit March 6-June 3. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; noon-4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5; $4 for ages 60 and up; $3 for ages 5-17; $12 for family; free for members and ages 4 and under. Call (563) 322-8844 or email for details. MAP

Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,

MidCoast at the i wireless: Betsy Zmuda-Swanson - Acrylics by Betsy Zmuda-Swanson are on exhibit at MidCoast at the i wireless Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline. Call (309) 786-2430 for details. FREE. MAP

Sunday, April 1, 2012 to Thursday, May 31, 2012

MidCoast at Centre Station: Johnson and Kirsch - Fiber works by Jean Johnson and acrylics and mixed media works by Ali Kirsch are 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. FREE. MAP

Sunday, April 1, 2012 to Thursday, May 31, 2012

Quad City Airport Gallery: Garlock and Diaz - Acrylics by Jaclyn Garlock and jewelry by Mindy Diaz are 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, May 11, 2012 to Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Figge Museum: Young Artists at the Figge, Pleasant Valley Community Schools - The Young Artists at the Figge exhibit features works by students of Pleasant Valley Community Schools May 12-27. The museum is at 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport. 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: David Plowden's Iowa - David Plowden's Iowa is at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, May 12-Aug. 19. 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: Corn Zone - Corn Zone, featuring oversize blown-glass ears of corn by Michael Meilahn, is at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, April 21-Sept. 18. 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,

Colonel Davenport House - Colonel Davenport House, north shore, Arsenal Island, is open for tours. It was occupied by the first white settler in the area, Col. George Davenport, and was built in 1833-34. Hours are noon-4 p.m. A photo ID is required for ages 16 and up. Admission is $5; $3 for seniors and students; $10 for families. Call (309) 786-7336 or email for details. MAP

Every Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday,

Family Museum: Building Brainstorm - Building Brainstorm is at the Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf. Create buildings and tackle design challenges. Hours are 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $7 for ages 2-59; $4 for ages 60 and up and age 1; active military and immediate family; $4 for all 5-8 p.m.; free for under age 1. Call (563) 344-4106 for details. MAP

Saturday, May 19, 2012 to Sunday, September 2, 2012

Quad City Botanical Center: Lanora WelzenBach - A variety of works by Lanora WelzenBach are on exhibit at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island. 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 6-12; $1 for ages 3-5; free for ages 2 and under. Call (309) 794-0991 or email for details. MAP

Tuesday, May 1, 2012 to Saturday, June 30, 2012

Putnam Giant Screen Theater: Titanic 3D - Titanic 3D is showing at the Putnam Museum Giant Screen Theater, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. Call (563) 324-1933, check the website, or email for showtimes and ticket information. MAP

Friday, May 11, 2012 to Thursday, May 31, 2012

Figge Museum: Interplay: Material, Method and Motif in West African Art - Interplay: Material, Method and Motif in West African Art is at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, April 17-Oct. 21. 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: Sculpting With Fiber - Sculpting With Fiber is at the Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, March 23-March 18. 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,

Family Museum - Permanent exhibits at the Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf, include Lil 'Ssippi River Valley; Amazing Acres, about weather and agriculture; Busy Bodies: Healthy Choices; The PlayHouse for ages 5 and under; and the outdoor Kingdom for Kids Playground, open when weather permits. Hours are 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday; noon-5 p.m. Sunday; closed on some holidays. Admission is $7 for ages 2-59; $4 for ages 60 and up and age 1; active military and immediate family; free for under age 1; $1 Mondays June 3-Aug. 12. Call 563-344-4106 or email for details. MAP

Tuesday, May 31, 2011 to Saturday, May 31, 2014

Putnam Museum - Permanent exhibits at the Putnam Museum, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport, include the Asian Gallery; Black Earth/Big River; Ocean Experience; the Hall of Mammals; River, Prairie and People; Unearthing Ancient Egypt; View Space; the Spark Learning Lab, and Ume Warumi. Museum 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; $1 Mondays June 3-Aug. 12. For more information, call 563-324-1933. MAP

Friday, January 2, 2009 to Monday, December 23, 2013