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Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Rock Camp USA Session #3

Calls For Entry register thru June 8 for July 8-19 camp, with a concert on July 20; students work with others towards a common goal of creating, rehearsing and performing music as an artistic unit; students rehearse for two weeks, record their dress rehearsal, and then perform in the Redstone Room; rehearsals take place at Christ United Methodist Church in Davenport; $425 per camper/per two-week session; for information, call 563-326-1333 ext. 113. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Tuesday, May 21, 2013. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Uptown Bill's Seeking Artists

Calls For Entry the coffee house hosts a new art exhibit each month and is currently looking for artists who would like to exhibit during the months of July through December; group shows which feature several artists are welcome in addition to individual shows; in keeping with its mission, Uptown Bill's is particularly interested in artists with disabilities from our community; for information, call Tom Gilsenan at 319-339-0804. Venue: Uptown Bill's Coffee House. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Uptown Bill's Coffee House.

All Town Garage Sale

thru May 18; sales throughout the area, with maps available at the library; for information, call 309-523-3440. Venue: River Valley Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. River Valley Library. For more info visit www.rivervalleylibrary.org.

Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes

Classes, & Ongoing Events offering classes in Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, and Creative Movement, for ages 3 to adult; for information and to register, call 309-786-3779. Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance. For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.

Yoga with Johanna

Classes, Lectures & Events on Tuesdays, led by Johanna Welzenbach-Hilliard; reinvigorate and refresh yourself at lunchtime; $12 drop-ins, $95 10-class passes; for information, call 563-322-5354. Venue: Davenport School of Yoga. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 12:00 AM – 12:45 AM. Davenport School of Yoga. For more info visit www.davenportschoolofyoga.com.

Marijuana Anonymous

MEETINGS, ETC for information on meeting times and locales, call 309-502-9766 or e-mail ma_qca@yahoo.com. Tuesday, May 21, 2013.

Flight of the Butterflies 3D

MOVIES thru Aug. 29; documentary on the remarkable Monarch butterfly migration and the determined scientist who spent 40 years trying to discover exactly where the butterflies mysteriously disappeared when they flew south for winter; $6.50-8.50; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Space Junk 3D

MOVIES thru Oct. 31; a visually explosive journey of discovery that weighs the solutions aimed at restoring our planet’s orbits; for tickets and showtimes, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Bodies Revealed

MUSEUMS thru July 14; exhibit provides an opportunity to see inside carefully preserved real anatomical specimens and learn the detailed structure and function of the human body; $13-18; for tickets and information,call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Butterfly Art Project

MUSEUMS thru Aug. 31; exhibit featuring works of art designed to heighten public awareness of butterflies and recycling in our community, with all works made of at least 75-percent recycled, re-used, or re-purposed materials; free with $5-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Destination: Space

MUSEUMS thru June 2; exhibit on space exploration, featuring authentic space artifacts and pieces on loan from NASA; free with $5-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Iowans and the Civil War: The Western Theater

MUSEUMS thru Oct. 27; the exhibit focuses on Iowa’s unique contribution to the war effort and traces the early efforts of abolitionist John Brow; see the uniforms soldiers wore, the weapons they used, and artifacts that were part of everyday camp life; for information, call 319-643-5301. Venue: Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum. For more info visit www.hoover.archives.gov.

Reel Deal

MUSEUMS pass available to see unlimited movies including "Man of Steel 3D," "Iron Man III 3D," "Star Trek 3D," "Jurassic Park 3D," "Space Junk 3D," and "Flight of the Butterflies 3D"; $25-35; for information, e-mail smith@putnam.org or call 563-324-1054. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Vintage Vows & Veils

MUSEUMS thru May 26; exhibit featuring over 30 wedding gowns, plus photos and heirlooms, from 1868 to the present; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit www.gahc.org.

Art Gumbo Call for Submissions

Calls For Entry thru June 13; a quarterly soup dinner that supports local art projects with community-supported micro-funding is now accepting applications from individual artists or creative for the summer funding cycle; the first seven eligible applications received by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 will qualify to compete for funding; for information, e-mail art.gumbo.dbq@gmail.com. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. For more info visit www.artgumbodubuque.blogspot.com.

Call for Entries: Art at the Crossroads

Calls For Entry thru May 31; call for entries for an exhibit celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln Highway and the 75th anniversary of the Great River Road; seeking original art in any medium, realistic or representational, depicting life on either of these famous roads; tt may be land, river, or cityscapes, the people, culture, or wildlife; for information, call 563-243-3300. Venue: River Arts Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. River Arts Center.

Second Saturdays at Bucktown

Calls For Entry currently accepting applications for visual/performing artists and community groups to demonstrate or exhibit during upcoming Second Saturday events; for information, contact Heidi Brandt at hbrandtcreative@aol.com. Venue: Bucktown Center for the Arts. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Bucktown Center for the Arts. For more info visit www.bucktownarts.com.

Village Photo Contest

Calls For Entry thru Oct. 31; take photos of the changing seasons each month and then submit your best shots; for information, visit Facebook.com/scottcountyconservation or call 563-328-3283. Venue: Walnut Grove Pioneer Village. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Walnut Grove Pioneer Village. For more info visit www.scottcountyiowa.com.

American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection

Exhibits & Shows thru Sept. 8; an exhibit images that examine and question the authority of materialism in America; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Art in Roman Life

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Artist Breaking Through

Exhibits & Shows thru June 30; display of a public sculpture by Omaha artist Les Bruning, one made of galvanized steel and depicting an artist having a literal "breakthrough" a bright orange wall; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108. Venue: i wireless Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. i wireless Center. For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.

Barry Anderson: Junk Yard

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; in the Digital Gallery; a slow-rolling video tour of pop-culture idols; for information, call 319-364-1580. Venue: CSPS/Legion Arts. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. CSPS/Legion Arts. For more info visit www.legionarts.org.

Contemplating Life

Exhibits & Shows exhibit of sculptures by Linda Lewis; Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, and Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442. Venue: The Chait Galleries Downtown. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. The Chait Galleries Downtown. For more info visit www.thegalleriesdowntown.com.

David Hast

Exhibits & Shows thru June 30; drawing and oil exhibit. Venue: MidCoast Gallery West. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. MidCoast Gallery West. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

Gilad Ratman: The Days of the Family of the Bell

Exhibits & Shows thru July 7; an exhibit in the Single-Channel series; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

Gone to See the Elephant: The Civil War through the Eyes of Iowa Soldiers

Exhibits & Shows thru May 26; the exhibit will examine the important role of the State of Iowa and the UI during the war, and feature primary resources, artifacts, historical documents, and educational programming; visitors will see how Iowa soldiers experienced daily camp life, faced injuries on the battlefield, survived prisoner camps, and longed for home; for information, call 319-335-0546. Venue: University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum. For more info visit www.uiowa.edu.

Grant Wood: In Focus

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec. 31; culled from the museum's extensive collection of works, this single-gallery installation serves as a brief overview of the artistic achievements of this important American painter; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Greg Thatcher - Samantha Haring - Steve Sinner - Patricia Armato

Exhibits & Shows thru June 27; drawings by Thatcher, paintings by Haring, wood turnings by Sinner, and sculpture by Armato; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108. Venue: Quad City Arts at the Airport. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Quad City Arts at the Airport. For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.

I AM: Prints by Elizabeth Catlett

Exhibits & Shows thru May 26; exhibition of 28 prints by the world-renowned sculptor and printmaker; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Imago: A Printstallation

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; work by Kelley Keimig and Lora Wegener; Tue.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-4pm. Venue: Zola Gallery. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Zola Gallery. For more info visit www.zolagallery.wordpress.com.

Iowa Artists 2013: Kathranne Knight

Exhibits & Shows thru July 28; exhibit by the Iowa-based artist comosed of medium- and large-scale drawings along with one site-specific piece; free; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

L'Estampe Originale: Painters, Printers, Paris

Exhibits & Shows thru Sept. 8; avant-garde printmaking exhibit; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

Leslie Bell: Better Half

Exhibits & Shows thru July 6; paintings by the regional artist recently retired after 38 years as professor of art at Saint Ambrose University; Tue.-Fri. noon-4pm, Sat. 1-4pm; for information, call 641-469-6252 or e-mail bill@icon-art.org. Venue: ICON Gallery. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. ICON Gallery. For more info visit www.icon-art.org.

Marking Territory: Cartographic Treasures of the Mississippi River and the World Beyond

Exhibits & Shows thru June 16; exhibit featuring a selection of historic maps that range from early representations of the world to more detailed examinations of America’s vast interior west of the Mississippi; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec 31; new takes on the important Iowa City artist; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Michelle Fischer: Encaustic Paintings

Exhibits & Shows thru May 23; exhibit of works in which heated beeswax is applied in layers to a prepared surface; Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442. Venue: The Chait Galleries Downtown. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. The Chait Galleries Downtown. For more info visit www.thegalleriesdowntown.com.

Ochre Bee Arts - Sam City

Exhibits & Shows thru July 31. Venue: Bucktown at the RiverCenter. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Bucktown at the RiverCenter. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

Patricia Halverson

Exhibits & Shows thru May 30; pastel and oil paintings exhibit; for information, call 309-794-0991. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Quad City Botanical Center. For more info visit www.qcgardens.com.

Pushing the Envelope

Exhibits & Shows thru Aug. 11 on Level 2, next to the Family Activity Center; in conjunction with the exhibition "American POP!" bring your family to explore the phenomenon of Pop Art through this hands on exhibition; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Quad City Quilter’s Show

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Main Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Rock Island Public Library - Main Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Rich Ankeney - Nancy Solbrig

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; photography by Ankeney, mixed media by Solbrig. Venue: MidCoast Centre Station Gallery. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. MidCoast Centre Station Gallery. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

SCC Student Art Exhibit

Exhibits & Shows thru June 9; paintings, drawings, photography, and sculptures created by students; free. Venue: Scott Community College Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Scott Community College Library. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Studio 56 - Blue Owl

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31. Venue: Bucktown at the RiverCenter. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Bucktown at the RiverCenter. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

Taking Bearings Portfolio Exchange

Exhibits & Shows thru June 14; a printmaking portfolio exchange featuring the work of printmakers across the country based on the theme of "Taking Bearings” and organized by Brett Schieszer, printmaking instructor at Buffalo State College, Buffalo, N.Y.; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm, weekends vary thru May 10; free; for information, call 563-333-6444. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University. For more info visit www.sau.edu.

Taking Shape: Recent Acquisitions in the Fine Art of Craft

Exhibits & Shows thru Feb. 21; exhibit celebrating the growth of the museum's ceramics collection; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

The Concept of Malinalli

Exhibits & Shows thru June 1; exhibit of Pedro Lujano’s dichroic glass jewelry; Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442. Venue: The Chait Galleries Downtown. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. The Chait Galleries Downtown. For more info visit www.thegalleriesdowntown.com.

The Restless Spirit: American Art from the Collection

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec. 31; a revolving 4-gallery presentation that takes in-depth looks at recurring themes in American art, with entire galleries dismantled and reinstalled on a periodic basis; Tue. Wed. Fri. & Sun. noon-4pm, Thu. noon-8pm; Sat. 10am-4pm; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Transparencies: Contemporary Art and A History of Glass

Exhibits & Shows thru May 22; rtists in the show include Jim Dingilian, Matt Eskuche, Monir Farmanfarmaian, Laura Fritz, Rachel Lee Hovnanian, Ran Hwang, Luke Jerram, Karen LaMonte, Judith Schaechter, and Fred Wilson; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

Trouble the Water

Exhibits & Shows thru June 16; exhibit in which a dozen contemporary artists from around the world explore issues related to water; for information, call 319-364-1580. Venue: CSPS/Legion Arts. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. CSPS/Legion Arts. For more info visit www.legionarts.org.

Venus Envy Quad Cities

Exhibits & Shows thru May 23; annual exhibit celebrating women in the arts and female artisans; donations encouraged. Venue: Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery. For more info visit venusenvyqc.com.

X Marks the Spot

Exhibits & Shows thru June 16; designed to complement the "Marking Territory" exhibit; families can visit the Studio1 installation and chart a route to learning and adventure, exploring everything from the trusty road atlas to genealogical maps that trace your family history; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Community School District

Exhibits & Shows thru May 26; exhibit of works by area students; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events Mon.-Fri.; with instructors Becky Lovich & Moira Gerdes; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Aqua Combo

Classes, Lectures & Events on Mon. Tue. & Thu.; a moderate- to high-intensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601. Venue: BHC Community Aquatic Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:00 AM – 6:45 AM. BHC Community Aquatic Center. For more info visit www.bhc.edu.

Billiards

SENIORS Mon.-Fri.; $1; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Free Line Dance Lessons

SENIORS on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events daily yoga taught by a variety of instructors; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Ten Effective Ways to Utilize Social Media in Your Job Search

LECTURES a look at social-media tools including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com.

All-Day Ceramics

SENIORS on Tuesdays; $5-6/class, $8-9/all day; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Gentle Exercise Class

SENIORS on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Line Dance

SENIORS on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Baby Story Time

KIDS' STUFF on Tuesdays, for ages 0-18 months; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Chair Yoga with Weights

SENIORS on Tuesdays; with instructor Stefanie Reitz; $7-10; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

SPORTS $10; for information, call 563-322-5220. Venue: River's Edge. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. River's Edge. For more info visit www.cityofdavenportiowa.com.

Eco Art Craft

Classes 11am-noon & 1-2pm for ages 3-5 w/ parents, 6-12 drop-off; with Miss Meg; $15/single child, $20/two children; for information, call 563-370-9202. Venue: Zola Gallery. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Zola Gallery. For more info visit zolagallery.wordpress.com.

Alzheimer Associations

SENIORS Jerry Schroeder from Alzheimer Associations will share on the history and program available; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

MEETINGS, ETC for information, call 309-732-7323. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Main Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Main Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Zola Creativity Cafe

Openings/Gallery Events Tue.-Sat.; bring your lunch, and enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee within a visually stimulating and stress reducing environment, access to creative reading materials, and the latest TEDtalk broadcast. Venue: Zola Gallery. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Zola Art Gallery. For more info visit zolagallery.wordpress.com.

Crocheting & Knitting Volunteer Class

SENIORS make hats, scarfs, and mittens for children and the homeless; donations of yarn and other knitting needs accepted; free; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Citizen Kane

MOVIES a screening in the museum's Classic Film Series; $6.50-8.50; for tickets and information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Don't Doubt the Drought

COURSES this program will discuss growth expectations in 2013 on lawns, newly planted trees, shrubs, and evergreens; a course in the University of Illinois Extension’s Spring 2013 Horticulture Telenet Series; $5; for information and to register, call 309-756-9978. Venue: Rock Island County Extension. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Rock Island County Extension. For more info visit www.web.extension.illinois.edu.

Canasta Card Club

SENIORS on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Anime Club

KIDS' STUFF open to teens and young adults ages 12 to 21; watch Anime, discuss manga, and meet other Otaku; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events Mon.-Fri, with Michelle, Shannon, Becky, & Gina instructing; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Acoustic Music Club (4:30pm) - Quad City Kix Band (7pm)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Put a Smile on a Child

KIDS' STUFF a free gift of the Family Concerns Committee of Churches United and over a dozen other children- and family-friendly organizations, agencies, business, and Quad Citians; with activities, free dinner, and more. Venue: Augustana College - PepsiCo Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Augustana College - PepsiCo Center. For more info visit www.cuqca.org.

Glenn Hickson (5:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: O'Melia's Supper Club. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. O'Melia's Supper Club.

Teen Anime Club

KIDS' STUFF on the 3rd Tue. of the month; cosplay activities, drawing workshops, exploration of Japanese language and culture, anime films and television, graphic-novel discussions, and more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Venue: Fairmount Street Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Fairmount Street Library. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Pharmacy Technician Certification Preparation

COURSES Tuesdays thru Aug. 27; short-term health care certificate training program; $645; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223. Venue: Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. For more info visit www.bhc.edu.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events Mon.-Fri, with Michelle, Shannon, Becky, & Gina instructing; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Flying Flowers In Your Garden

LECTURES learn about some of the butterflies in our area and what host plants each one wants for their larvae; also see the beautiful plants you can use to establish a butterfly garden for their nectar sources; learn about butterflies and what other things you can do to attract these “flying flowers"; free; for information, call 309-792-0548. Venue: Colona Public Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Colona Public Library. For more info visit www.colonalibrary.com.

Getting Started with Downloading eBooks

COURSES learn how to access the Library's collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks and how to download them to your portable device; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Book Bunch Club

KIDS' STUFF reading group for ages 7-9; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com.

Fireside Knitters

MEETINGS, ETC on Tuesdays; knit and crochet items for various social organizations throughout the Quad Cities; supplies provided; for information, call 563-326-7832. Venue: Fairmount Street Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Fairmount Street Library. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group (QCMUG) Meeting

MEETINGS, ETC in the 2nd floor Norm Kelinson Room; featuring a special program/presentation on Macintosh Applications or hardware, and an "Open Forum" question and answer period where members help other Macintosh users solve problems and improve their computer skills; $24/year family memberships, guests welcome. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.qcmug.org.

America's Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway

MOVIES Ken Burns’ Jazz: Episode 6: Swing, the Velocity of Celebration and International Sweethearts of Rhythm; the themes of jazz and equality, women musicians, and jazz as an art form will be discussed; free; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit americasmusicqc.com.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC vote for your favorites, with the winner receiving a $25 gift certificate; for information, call 309-558-0909. Venue: Cool Beanz Coffeehouse. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Cool Beanz Coffeehouse. For more info visit www.coolbeanzcoffeehouse.com.

Open Mic w/ Jeff Smallwood

LIVE MUSIC no cover; for information, call 309-752-5210. Venue: Studio Pub. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Studio Pub.

Music, Dance, and Food from Around the World

celebratory tapestry of cultures that make up the Quad City area; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music

KIDS' STUFF an all-new stage musical featuring your favorite "Sesame Street" characters; $11-50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000. Venue: Paramount Theatre. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Paramount Theatre. For more info visit www.paramounttheatrecr.com.

Citizen Kane

MOVIES a screening in the museum's Classic Film Series; $6.50-8.50; for tickets and information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

West End Book Club Discussion

Readings & Discussions on the 3rd Tuesday of the month; discuss contemporary fiction and non-fiction books with this fun group; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Venue: Fairmount Street Library. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Fairmount Street Library. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

The Trocks: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

Performances avant-garde dance troupe of male ballerinas who poke fun at the traditions of ballet and add a touch of drag to the mix; for tickets, call 800-745-3000. Venue: Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. For more info visit www.civiccenter.org.

West Side Story

Performances the Tony-winning musical classic based on "Romeo & Juliet"; $37-67; for tickets, call 800-745-3000. Venue: Peoria Civic Center. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM. Peoria Civic Center. For more info visit www.peoriaciviccenter.com.

ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 AM. The Rusty Nail.

ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC free; for information, call 563-344-2516. Venue: The Muddy Waters. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 12:00 AM. The Muddy Waters. For more info visit www.themuddywaters.com.

ABC Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Creekside Bar and Grill. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 12:00 AM. Creekside Bar and Grill.

Real Live Tigers - Julie Byrne

LIVE MUSIC $5; for information, call 309-200-0978. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Lower Deck Dance Party

Classes, & Ongoing Events Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Open Jam w/ the Harris Collection

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Brady Street Pub. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 12:00 AM. Brady Street Pub.

Open Mic w/ Jordan Danielsen

LIVE MUSIC no cover. Venue: 11th Street Precinct. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 AM. 11th Street Precinct.

Southern Thunder Karaoke & DJ

LIVE MUSIC Venue: McManus Pub. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 AM. McManus Pub.

Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee

Calls For Entry receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@msn.com. Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

QC Rock Academy

Calls For Entry accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. For more info visit qcrockacademy.com.

Rock Camp USA Session #3

Calls For Entry register thru June 8 for July 8-19 camp, with a concert on July 20; students work with others towards a common goal of creating, rehearsing and performing music as an artistic unit; students rehearse for two weeks, record their dress rehearsal, and then perform in the Redstone Room; rehearsals take place at Christ United Methodist Church in Davenport; $425 per camper/per two-week session; for information, call 563-326-1333 ext. 113. Venue: RME (River Music Experience). Wednesday, May 22, 2013. RME (River Music Experience). For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Uptown Bill's Seeking Artists

Calls For Entry the coffee house hosts a new art exhibit each month and is currently looking for artists who would like to exhibit during the months of July through December; group shows which feature several artists are welcome in addition to individual shows; in keeping with its mission, Uptown Bill's is particularly interested in artists with disabilities from our community; for information, call Tom Gilsenan at 319-339-0804. Venue: Uptown Bill's Coffee House. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Uptown Bill's Coffee House.

All Town Garage Sale

thru May 18; sales throughout the area, with maps available at the library; for information, call 309-523-3440. Venue: River Valley Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. River Valley Library. For more info visit www.rivervalleylibrary.org.

Scotch & Cigar Wednesday

for information, call 309-762-4700. Venue: Bass Street Chop House. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Bass Street Chop House. For more info visit www.bschouse.com.

Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes

Classes, & Ongoing Events offering classes in Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, and Creative Movement, for ages 3 to adult; for information and to register, call 309-786-3779. Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance. For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.

General MDA Support Group

Groups for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for information, call 319-393-8905. Venue: Trinity 7th Street Campus. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Trinity 7th Street Campus.

Marijuana Anonymous

MEETINGS, ETC for information on meeting times and locales, call 309-502-9766 or e-mail ma_qca@yahoo.com. Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

Flight of the Butterflies 3D

MOVIES thru Aug. 29; documentary on the remarkable Monarch butterfly migration and the determined scientist who spent 40 years trying to discover exactly where the butterflies mysteriously disappeared when they flew south for winter; $6.50-8.50; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Space Junk 3D

MOVIES thru Oct. 31; a visually explosive journey of discovery that weighs the solutions aimed at restoring our planet’s orbits; for tickets and showtimes, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Bodies Revealed

MUSEUMS thru July 14; exhibit provides an opportunity to see inside carefully preserved real anatomical specimens and learn the detailed structure and function of the human body; $13-18; for tickets and information,call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Butterfly Art Project

MUSEUMS thru Aug. 31; exhibit featuring works of art designed to heighten public awareness of butterflies and recycling in our community, with all works made of at least 75-percent recycled, re-used, or re-purposed materials; free with $5-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Destination: Space

MUSEUMS thru June 2; exhibit on space exploration, featuring authentic space artifacts and pieces on loan from NASA; free with $5-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-324-1933. Venue: Putnam Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Iowans and the Civil War: The Western Theater

MUSEUMS thru Oct. 27; the exhibit focuses on Iowa’s unique contribution to the war effort and traces the early efforts of abolitionist John Brow; see the uniforms soldiers wore, the weapons they used, and artifacts that were part of everyday camp life; for information, call 319-643-5301. Venue: Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Herbert Hoover Presidential Library & Museum. For more info visit www.hoover.archives.gov.

Reel Deal

MUSEUMS pass available to see unlimited movies including "Man of Steel 3D," "Iron Man III 3D," "Star Trek 3D," "Jurassic Park 3D," "Space Junk 3D," and "Flight of the Butterflies 3D"; $25-35; for information, e-mail smith@putnam.org or call 563-324-1054. Venue: Putnam Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Putnam Museum. For more info visit www.putnam.org.

Vintage Vows & Veils

MUSEUMS thru May 26; exhibit featuring over 30 wedding gowns, plus photos and heirlooms, from 1868 to the present; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844. Venue: German American Heritage Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. German American Heritage Center. For more info visit www.gahc.org.

Art Gumbo Call for Submissions

Calls For Entry thru June 13; a quarterly soup dinner that supports local art projects with community-supported micro-funding is now accepting applications from individual artists or creative for the summer funding cycle; the first seven eligible applications received by 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, June 13 will qualify to compete for funding; for information, e-mail art.gumbo.dbq@gmail.com. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. For more info visit www.artgumbodubuque.blogspot.com.

Call for Entries: Art at the Crossroads

Calls For Entry thru May 31; call for entries for an exhibit celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln Highway and the 75th anniversary of the Great River Road; seeking original art in any medium, realistic or representational, depicting life on either of these famous roads; tt may be land, river, or cityscapes, the people, culture, or wildlife; for information, call 563-243-3300. Venue: River Arts Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. River Arts Center.

Second Saturdays at Bucktown

Calls For Entry currently accepting applications for visual/performing artists and community groups to demonstrate or exhibit during upcoming Second Saturday events; for information, contact Heidi Brandt at hbrandtcreative@aol.com. Venue: Bucktown Center for the Arts. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Bucktown Center for the Arts. For more info visit www.bucktownarts.com.

Village Photo Contest

Calls For Entry thru Oct. 31; take photos of the changing seasons each month and then submit your best shots; for information, visit Facebook.com/scottcountyconservation or call 563-328-3283. Venue: Walnut Grove Pioneer Village. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Walnut Grove Pioneer Village. For more info visit www.scottcountyiowa.com.

American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection

Exhibits & Shows thru Sept. 8; an exhibit images that examine and question the authority of materialism in America; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Art in Roman Life

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Artist Breaking Through

Exhibits & Shows thru June 30; display of a public sculpture by Omaha artist Les Bruning, one made of galvanized steel and depicting an artist having a literal "breakthrough" a bright orange wall; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108. Venue: i wireless Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. i wireless Center. For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.

Barry Anderson: Junk Yard

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; in the Digital Gallery; a slow-rolling video tour of pop-culture idols; for information, call 319-364-1580. Venue: CSPS/Legion Arts. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. CSPS/Legion Arts. For more info visit www.legionarts.org.

Contemplating Life

Exhibits & Shows exhibit of sculptures by Linda Lewis; Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, and Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442. Venue: The Chait Galleries Downtown. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. The Chait Galleries Downtown. For more info visit www.thegalleriesdowntown.com.

David Hast

Exhibits & Shows thru June 30; drawing and oil exhibit. Venue: MidCoast Gallery West. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. MidCoast Gallery West. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

Gilad Ratman: The Days of the Family of the Bell

Exhibits & Shows thru July 7; an exhibit in the Single-Channel series; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

Gone to See the Elephant: The Civil War through the Eyes of Iowa Soldiers

Exhibits & Shows thru May 26; the exhibit will examine the important role of the State of Iowa and the UI during the war, and feature primary resources, artifacts, historical documents, and educational programming; visitors will see how Iowa soldiers experienced daily camp life, faced injuries on the battlefield, survived prisoner camps, and longed for home; for information, call 319-335-0546. Venue: University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum. For more info visit www.uiowa.edu.

Grant Wood: In Focus

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec. 31; culled from the museum's extensive collection of works, this single-gallery installation serves as a brief overview of the artistic achievements of this important American painter; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Greg Thatcher - Samantha Haring - Steve Sinner - Patricia Armato

Exhibits & Shows thru June 27; drawings by Thatcher, paintings by Haring, wood turnings by Sinner, and sculpture by Armato; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108. Venue: Quad City Arts at the Airport. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Quad City Arts at the Airport. For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.

I AM: Prints by Elizabeth Catlett

Exhibits & Shows thru May 26; exhibition of 28 prints by the world-renowned sculptor and printmaker; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Imago: A Printstallation

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; work by Kelley Keimig and Lora Wegener; Tue.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-4pm. Venue: Zola Gallery. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Zola Gallery. For more info visit www.zolagallery.wordpress.com.

Iowa Artists 2013: Kathranne Knight

Exhibits & Shows thru July 28; exhibit by the Iowa-based artist comosed of medium- and large-scale drawings along with one site-specific piece; free; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

L'Estampe Originale: Painters, Printers, Paris

Exhibits & Shows thru Sept. 8; avant-garde printmaking exhibit; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

Leslie Bell: Better Half

Exhibits & Shows thru July 6; paintings by the regional artist recently retired after 38 years as professor of art at Saint Ambrose University; Tue.-Fri. noon-4pm, Sat. 1-4pm; for information, call 641-469-6252 or e-mail bill@icon-art.org. Venue: ICON Gallery. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. ICON Gallery. For more info visit www.icon-art.org.

Marking Territory: Cartographic Treasures of the Mississippi River and the World Beyond

Exhibits & Shows thru June 16; exhibit featuring a selection of historic maps that range from early representations of the world to more detailed examinations of America’s vast interior west of the Mississippi; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec 31; new takes on the important Iowa City artist; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Michelle Fischer: Encaustic Paintings

Exhibits & Shows thru May 23; exhibit of works in which heated beeswax is applied in layers to a prepared surface; Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442. Venue: The Chait Galleries Downtown. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. The Chait Galleries Downtown. For more info visit www.thegalleriesdowntown.com.

Ochre Bee Arts - Sam City

Exhibits & Shows thru July 31. Venue: Bucktown at the RiverCenter. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Bucktown at the RiverCenter. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

Patricia Halverson

Exhibits & Shows thru May 30; pastel and oil paintings exhibit; for information, call 309-794-0991. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Quad City Botanical Center. For more info visit www.qcgardens.com.

Pushing the Envelope

Exhibits & Shows thru Aug. 11 on Level 2, next to the Family Activity Center; in conjunction with the exhibition "American POP!" bring your family to explore the phenomenon of Pop Art through this hands on exhibition; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Quad City Quilter’s Show

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Main Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Rock Island Public Library - Main Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Rich Ankeney - Nancy Solbrig

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31; photography by Ankeney, mixed media by Solbrig. Venue: MidCoast Centre Station Gallery. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. MidCoast Centre Station Gallery. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

SCC Student Art Exhibit

Exhibits & Shows thru June 9; paintings, drawings, photography, and sculptures created by students; free. Venue: Scott Community College Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Scott Community College Library. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Studio 56 - Blue Owl

Exhibits & Shows thru May 31. Venue: Bucktown at the RiverCenter. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Bucktown at the RiverCenter. For more info visit www.midcoast.org.

Taking Bearings Portfolio Exchange

Exhibits & Shows thru June 14; a printmaking portfolio exchange featuring the work of printmakers across the country based on the theme of "Taking Bearings” and organized by Brett Schieszer, printmaking instructor at Buffalo State College, Buffalo, N.Y.; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm, weekends vary thru May 10; free; for information, call 563-333-6444. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University. For more info visit www.sau.edu.

Taking Shape: Recent Acquisitions in the Fine Art of Craft

Exhibits & Shows thru Feb. 21; exhibit celebrating the growth of the museum's ceramics collection; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

The Concept of Malinalli

Exhibits & Shows thru June 1; exhibit of Pedro Lujano’s dichroic glass jewelry; Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442. Venue: The Chait Galleries Downtown. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. The Chait Galleries Downtown. For more info visit www.thegalleriesdowntown.com.

The Restless Spirit: American Art from the Collection

Exhibits & Shows thru Dec. 31; a revolving 4-gallery presentation that takes in-depth looks at recurring themes in American art, with entire galleries dismantled and reinstalled on a periodic basis; Tue. Wed. Fri. & Sun. noon-4pm, Thu. noon-8pm; Sat. 10am-4pm; for information, call 319-366-7503. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art. For more info visit www.crma.org.

Transparencies: Contemporary Art and A History of Glass

Exhibits & Shows thru May 22; rtists in the show include Jim Dingilian, Matt Eskuche, Monir Farmanfarmaian, Laura Fritz, Rachel Lee Hovnanian, Ran Hwang, Luke Jerram, Karen LaMonte, Judith Schaechter, and Fred Wilson; for information, call 515-277-4405. Venue: Des Moines Art Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Des Moines Art Center. For more info visit www.desmoinesartcenter.org.

Trouble the Water

Exhibits & Shows thru June 16; exhibit in which a dozen contemporary artists from around the world explore issues related to water; for information, call 319-364-1580. Venue: CSPS/Legion Arts. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. CSPS/Legion Arts. For more info visit www.legionarts.org.

Venus Envy Quad Cities

Exhibits & Shows thru May 23; annual exhibit celebrating women in the arts and female artisans; donations encouraged. Venue: Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery. For more info visit venusenvyqc.com.

X Marks the Spot

Exhibits & Shows thru June 16; designed to complement the "Marking Territory" exhibit; families can visit the Studio1 installation and chart a route to learning and adventure, exploring everything from the trusty road atlas to genealogical maps that trace your family history; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Community School District

Exhibits & Shows thru May 26; exhibit of works by area students; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events Mon.-Fri.; with instructors Becky Lovich & Moira Gerdes; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 5:30 AM – 6:30 AM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Government Contracting Symposium

LECTURES May 22 & 23; for information, call 309-764-2001. Venue: i wireless Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. i wireless Center. For more info visit www.iwirelesscenter.com.

Billiards

SENIORS Mon.-Fri.; $1; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events daily yoga taught by a variety of instructors; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Viniyoga

Classes, Lectures & Events on Mon. Wed. & Fri. with teacher Johanna Hilliard; experience the therapeutic benefits of this breath-centered method of yoga; for information, call 563-726-2623 or e-mail mississippipearl@hotmail.com. Venue: DSY Bettendorf. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. DSY Bettendorf. For more info visit www.promotingwellness.net.

Gentle Exercise Class

SENIORS on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Praying with Images

led by Kathleen Storms, SSND; bring your camera and enjoy a nutritious meal, guided imagery, and shared prayer; $20; for information and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail olpretreat@gmail.com. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit www.chmiowa.org.

Grief Support Group

SENIORS on the 4th Wed. of the month; donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Toddler Story Time

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; activities, stories, and social interaction for ages 18-36 months; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Venue: Fairmount Street Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Fairmount Street Library. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Dr. Andrew Anderson

SENIORS Dr. Andersen shares what seniors should always keep on hand and how to treat common injuries; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music

KIDS' STUFF an all-new stage musical featuring your favorite "Sesame Street" characters; $11-50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000. Venue: Paramount Theatre. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Paramount Theatre. For more info visit www.paramounttheatrecr.com.

T'ai Chi

SENIORS on Wednesdays; $18/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Bob Burns (11am)

LIVE MUSIC hammered dulcimer. Venue: Mama Compton's. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Mama Compton's.

Aqua Motion

Classes, Lectures & Events on Mon. Wed. & Fri.; a moderate-intensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601. Venue: BHC Community Aquatic Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. BHC Community Aquatic Center. For more info visit www.bhc.edu.

Public Skate

SPORTS $5 and up; for information, call 563-322-5220. Venue: River's Edge. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. River's Edge. For more info visit www.cityofdavenportiowa.com.

TOPS Meeting

SENIORS on Wednesdays; the Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Group; 11am weigh-in, noon meeting; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Live Lunch w/ Janell Just (noon) - RME Open Mic & Jam (6:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC donations encouraged; for information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: RME Community Stage. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM. RME Community Stage. For more info visit www.rivermusicexperience.org.

Zola Creativity Cafe

Openings/Gallery Events Tue.-Sat.; bring your lunch, and enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee within a visually stimulating and stress reducing environment, access to creative reading materials, and the latest TEDtalk broadcast. Venue: Zola Gallery. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Zola Art Gallery. For more info visit zolagallery.wordpress.com.

Cribbage

SENIORS on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Pinochle

SENIORS on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Zumba Gold

SENIORS on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement

Performances musical-comedy follow-up to "Church Basement Ladies"; 11:30am doors, 11:45am-12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm pre-show, 1:30pm performance; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Eco Art Craft

Classes 2-3pm & 34pm for ages 3-5 w/ parents, 6-12 drop-off; with Miss Glorie; $15/single child, $20/two children; for information, call 816-825-9849. Venue: Zola Gallery. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Zola Gallery. For more info visit zolagallery.wordpress.com.

Bunco

SENIORS on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Energizing Yoga

SENIORS on Wednesdays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Personal Reflexology

SENIORS with Janet Latchaw; $20; call 563-349-5832 to schedule an appointment. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Get Your Game On

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; play non-stop videogames like Rock Band, Super Smash Bros. DJ Hero, and more; also with a wide selection of board games; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Venue: Fairmount Street Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Fairmount Street Library. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

The Last Romance

Performances romantic comedy by Joe DiPietro; $18-27.50; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6194. Venue: Old Creamery Theatre. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Old Creamery Theatre. For more info visit www.oldcreamery.com.

Info Session: Master of Education in Teaching

COURSES become a teacher leader and gain your full potential in the classroom; refreshments served; free; for information, call 563=333-5744. Venue: Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM. Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University. For more info visit www.sau.edu.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events Mon.-Fri, with Michelle, Shannon, Becky, & Gina instructing; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Scotch & Cigar Night

a night of smooth tastes and surprises; for information, call 309-762-4700. Venue: Bass Street Chop House. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bass Street Chop House. For more info visit www.bschouse.com.

Make Glass Bead: Flame I

Classes with instructor Karen Kubby; this class will teach you the art of lampworking, a technique of using a torch and melting glass rods to create various shapes; safety and appropriate equipment handling are emphasized; $55; for information, call 319-338 -1566. Venue: Beadology Iowa. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Beadology Iowa. For more info visit www.beadologyiowa.com.

Pharmacy Technician

COURSES Wednesdays thru Aug. 28; short-term health care certificate training program; $645; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223. Venue: Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus. For more info visit www.bhc.edu.

Zumba Fitness

SENIORS on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Hot Yoga

Classes, Lectures & Events Mon.-Fri, with Michelle, Shannon, Becky, & Gina instructing; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA. Venue: Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM. Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC. For more info visit www.indigowellness.info.

Rob Dahms & Detroit Larry (6pm) - Karaoke King (9:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Venue: The Rusty Nail. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 6:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:00 AM. The Rusty Nail.

America's Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway

MOVIES Ken Burns’ Jazz: Episode 6: Swing, the Velocity of Celebration and International Sweethearts of Rhythm; the themes of jazz and equality, women musicians, and jazz as an art form will be discussed; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit americasmusicqc.com.

Adult Book Discussion Group

Readings & Discussions for information, call 563-289-4242. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclairelibrary.org.

Stranger in a Strange Land

Readings & Discussions a reading of Robert Heinlein's novel with the Club 42 Book group; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com.

Burlington Street Bluegrass Band

LIVE MUSIC $5. Venue: The Mill. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Mill. For more info visit www.icmill.com.

Karaoke Night w/ Fat Dawgs Productions

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-517-1158. Venue: QC Family Entertainment. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. QC Family Entertainment.

Ren Edstrand Blues Jam

LIVE MUSIC no cover; for information, call 309-752-5210. Venue: Studio Pub. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Studio Pub.

Shiloh Terry

LIVE MUSIC acoustic country and rock; for information, call 563-323-5036. Venue: Zero to Sixty. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Zero to Sixty.

Sesame Street Live: Elmo Makes Music

KIDS' STUFF an all-new stage musical featuring your favorite "Sesame Street" characters; $11-50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000. Venue: Paramount Theatre. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Paramount Theatre. For more info visit www.paramounttheatrecr.com.

QCAD Young Adults' Social Group

MEETINGS, ETC on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-786-2580. Venue: Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center. For more info visit www.qcaffirmingdiversity.org.

Quad Cities River Bandits

SPORTS vs. the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Modern Woodmen Park. For more info visit www.milb.com.

Club 42 Book Group

Readings & Discussions discussions of life, the universe, and everything via speculative-fiction reading; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com.

A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement

Performances musical-comedy follow-up to "Church Basement Ladies"; 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet, 7:15pm pre-show, 7:45pm performance; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 7:45 PM – 9:45 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 563-529-2751. Venue: Rustic Ridge Golf Course Grille & Pub. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rustic Ridge Golf Course Grille & Pub. For more info visit www.golfrusticridge.com.

Keller Karaoke

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Martini's on the Rock. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 8:30 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:30 AM. Martini's on the Rock.

Fake Surfers - Dead in Bed - Special Order 937

LIVE MUSIC free. Venue: Gabe's. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:00 AM. Gabe's. For more info visit www.icgabes.com.

Jason Carl & Friends

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Creekside Bar and Grill. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:00 AM. Creekside Bar and Grill.

Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-793-4060. Venue: RIBCO. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 1:00 AM. RIBCO. For more info visit www.ribco.com.

Blood Pressure Screenings, Shingles Screening, & Medication Review

SENIORS on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors). Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 9:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:00 AM. CASI (Center for Active Seniors). For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.

Jam Session w/ Ben Soltau

LIVE MUSIC jam session and mug night. Venue: Iowa City Yacht Club. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 1:00 AM. Iowa City Yacht Club. For more info visit www.iowacityyachtclub.org.

Open Mic Night

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Boozie's Bar & Grill. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 1:00 AM. Boozie's Bar & Grill.

The Chris & Wes Show

LIVE MUSIC no cover, 21+. Venue: Mound Street Landing. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 10:00 PM – Thursday, May 23, 2013, 1:00 AM. Mound Street Landing.