Animal Enrichment Art Show
on Sat. & Sun.; art by a whole host of animals will be available on zoo grounds; this is a chance to purchase a unique piece of art created by your favorite animal artist to adorn your home, office or to give as a unique gift for that special someone; unique, one-of-a-kind, original animal footprints, snake body prints, and paintings by a whole host of our animals, including footwork art by canids and cats, finger painting by monkeys, and many others; prices begin at $10; for information, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Animal Enrichment Art Show. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Rock Island Art Guild Fine Arts Exhibition Opening Reception
featuring an inspiring showcase of artwork by talented regional artists; the evening will celebrate creativity and artistic achievement with an awards presentation recognizing outstanding works selected by the exhibition jurors; guests are invited to view the exhibition, meet participating artists, and celebrate the continued legacy of the Rock Island Art Guild’s commitment to supporting and promoting the visual arts in the Quad Cities; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Rock Island Art Guild Fine Arts Exhibition Opening Reception. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, September 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Animal Enrichment Art Show
on Sat. & Sun.; art by a whole host of animals will be available on zoo grounds; this is a chance to purchase a unique piece of art created by your favorite animal artist to adorn your home, office or to give as a unique gift for that special someone; unique, one-of-a-kind, original animal footprints, snake body prints, and paintings by a whole host of our animals, including footwork art by canids and cats, finger painting by monkeys, and many others; prices begin at $10; for information, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Animal Enrichment Art Show. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Saturday, September 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Animal Enrichment Art Show
on Sat. & Sun.; art by a whole host of animals will be available on zoo grounds; this is a chance to purchase a unique piece of art created by your favorite animal artist to adorn your home, office or to give as a unique gift for that special someone; unique, one-of-a-kind, original animal footprints, snake body prints, and paintings by a whole host of our animals, including footwork art by canids and cats, finger painting by monkeys, and many others; prices begin at $10; for information, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Animal Enrichment Art Show. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Sunday, September 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. FRIENDS of the Library Craft and Vendor Fair
join us for an awesome collection of local vendors selling their amazing items; raffle baskets will be available to enter for, as well; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: FRIENDS of the Library Craft and Vendor Fair. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Animal Enrichment Art Show
on Sat. & Sun.; art by a whole host of animals will be available on zoo grounds; this is a chance to purchase a unique piece of art created by your favorite animal artist to adorn your home, office or to give as a unique gift for that special someone; unique, one-of-a-kind, original animal footprints, snake body prints, and paintings by a whole host of our animals, including footwork art by canids and cats, finger painting by monkeys, and many others; prices begin at $10; for information, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Animal Enrichment Art Show. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Riverssance Festival of Fine Art
Sept. 19 & 20; the annual festival features more than 90 exhibiting artists, a children’s art activity tent, wine tasting, food vendors and live regional music; awards are given to exhibiting artists in various categories and the prestigious Harley Award is given to an individual whose affected the arts and artists in the Quad Cities during their lifetime; enjoy live music, wine and beer tastings, artist-painted wine glasses, children’s activity tent, and the area’s best food, all while shopping for your next artistic treasure; Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Riverssance Festival of Fine Art. Venue: Lindsay Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Lindsay Park.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Riverssance Festival of Fine Art
Sept. 19 & 20; the annual festival features more than 90 exhibiting artists, a children’s art activity tent, wine tasting, food vendors and live regional music; awards are given to exhibiting artists in various categories and the prestigious Harley Award is given to an individual whose affected the arts and artists in the Quad Cities during their lifetime; enjoy live music, wine and beer tastings, artist-painted wine glasses, children’s activity tent, and the area’s best food, all while shopping for your next artistic treasure; Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Riverssance Festival of Fine Art. Venue: Lindsay Park.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Lindsay Park.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Quad City Arts Presents: Leland Faulkner and Meet & Greet with Ben Gougeon
join us as we officially kick off the 53rd season of the Visiting Artist Series; come celebrate the start of a new season, learn more about the artists and experiences headed to schools and communities throughout the Quad Cities, and help us welcome another year of bringing the arts directly to our region; while you’re here, you’ll also have the opportunity to meet and connect with our new Executive Director, Ben Gougeon; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Quad City Arts Presents: Leland Faulkner and Meet & Greet with Ben Gougeon. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Teacher Appreciation Open House
teachers may explore the museum's galleries and education resources, and enjoy complimentary refreshments, door prizes, and activities; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Teacher Appreciation Open House. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Pearls Galore Trunk Show
Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. noon-5pm; visit our Bead Lab to immerse yourself in a room of freshwater pearls; natural, dyed, large, small, smooth, large holed, keishi, baroque, and blistered; 25 percent off the marked price during the show; free; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Pearls Galore Trunk Show. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Studio Exchange: Community Art Supply Swap
bring your new or gently-used arts and crafts supplies and swap them for something new; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Studio Exchange: Community Art Supply Swap. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Saturday, September 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours
Sat, & Sun.; tours begin at noon on the hour and half hour; admission to the Studio is free for everyone during regular studio hours courtesy of a grant from the Esther and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center Opening & Tours. Venue: Grant Wood Studio.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Grant Wood Studio.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Pearls Galore Trunk Show
Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. noon-5pm; visit our Bead Lab to immerse yourself in a room of freshwater pearls; natural, dyed, large, small, smooth, large holed, keishi, baroque, and blistered; 25 percent off the marked price during the show; free; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Pearls Galore Trunk Show. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Portfolio Day
art and design students applying for scholarships or college admissions are invited to join us for Portfolio Day at the Figge to visit with professors from area colleges and beyond; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Portfolio Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10 percent off in the Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Southwest Stitch Club
a gathering of crafters of all levels and all craft interests; simply bring along your handicraft and expect to meet your neighbors; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Southwest Stitch Club. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Paris in Ruins: Love, War, and the Birth of Impressionism
discussion of Sebastian Smee's book in the Art Lovers Book Club; this program is free, and no registration is required, but participants must be Figge members; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Paris in Ruins: Love, War, and the Birth of Impressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Southwest Stitch Club
a gathering of crafters of all levels and all craft interests; simply bring along your handicraft and expect to meet your neighbors; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Southwest Stitch Club. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Ninth Street Women: Five Painters and the Movement That Changed Art
discussion of Mary Gabriel's book in the Art Lovers Book Club; this program is free, and no registration is required, but participants must be Figge members; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Ninth Street Women: Five Painters and the Movement That Changed Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10 percent off in the Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Coloring Café
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10 percent off in the Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.