Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Living Lands & Waters: Helping Our River & Community
LECTURES
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; learn about the history and mission of Living Lands & Waters, driven by founder, president, and East Moline Native, Chad Pregracke; cruise the river and discuss Andrew's role as Programs Manager, what LL&W does to keep our rivers clean, and the impact they've had on our community; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Living Lands & Waters: Helping Our River & Community. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Pageturners
LITERARY ARTS
a contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month; books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be picked up at the Information Desk; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Pageturners. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QCL Book Club
LITERARY ARTS
join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for their monthly book club; each month, Brittany and Morgan will discuss what they read the previous month and introduce a new title; new titles will be announced live on Quad Cities Live (QCL) at 3pm; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QCL Book Club. Venue: KWQC TV6.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
KWQC TV6.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids’ Advisory Board
KIDS' STUFF
for ages 7 and 10; KAB members will meet once a month with Ms. Emily and Mr. Joe to talk all things library; members will have the opportunity to share ideas for future children’s programs, make suggestions for items to add to library collections, and participate in service projects like making decorations or bulletin boards; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids’ Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Montana Sunrise (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the Tunes in Town summer series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available.
Venue: Downtown DeWitt.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown DeWitt.
Veaux - Fox Royale (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with Nashville's alt-pop trio featuring brothers Aaron and Dominick Wagner and Andrew Black, featuring a set by Fox Royale; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Josh Duffee Big Band (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the 96th Starlight Revue concert series; with the Hy-Vee grill open at 5pm.
Event Title: Josh Duffee Big Band (6:30pm). Venue: Lincoln Park.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Lincoln Park.
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Seo Linn
LIVE MUSIC
hailing from the west of Ireland, Seo Linn (pronounced “Shuh Lynn,” meaning "Here We Go" in Irish) is a dynamic group blending traditional Irish instruments with contemporary pop and rock, creating a sound that is both timeless and fresh; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; bring lawn chairs and blankets; $20-30 suggested donation.
Event Title: Seo Linn. Venue: Ca D'Zan.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ca D'Zan.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime at 10am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Fejervery Learning Center. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park
KIDS' STUFF
a hike followed by a mini-snack picnic and reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Hike + Read: Scott County Park. Venue: Scott County Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Scott County Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Infinity Net - The Autobiography of Yayoi Kusama
LITERARY ARTS
led by Susan Vermeer; a discussion with the Art Lovers Book Club; held in the Figge Board Room; for information, e-mail lesliemdupree@gmail.com and call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Infinity Net - The Autobiography of Yayoi Kusama. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Library in the Park: Marquette Park
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; enjoy a storytime, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Marquette Park. Venue: Marquette Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Marquette Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
LECTURES
on Wednesdays; receive one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. D&D Roleplay Club
KIDS' STUFF
share your skills on Games Galore Wednesdays; grab your dice and join our beginner-friendly ongoing campaign; new players welcome - recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: D&D Roleplay Club. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver
THEATRE
musical-revue tribute to the iconic musician and more than two dozen of his hits; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.com. Teen Gaming
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Skin Kandy (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Skin Kandy (6pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Looking Inside Linears: Using Remote Sensing to Investigate Linear Mounds in Northeast Iowa
LECTURES
Dr. Colin Betts, Professor at Luther College will discuss the results of using multi-instrument geophysical survey to investigate linear mounds; the project involved the collection of magnetic, resistance, and ground penetrating radar data; for information, call 563-873-3491 ext. 123.
Event Title: Looking Inside Linears: Using Remote Sensing to Investigate Linear Mounds in Northeast Iowa. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. The Deslondes - Sabine McCalla (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the New Orleans-based group blends influences from folk, rock 'n' roll, bluegrass, R&B, American roots music, blues, gospel, country, and zydeco, featuring a set by Sabine McCalla; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Russel Farnham & Farnhamsburg
LECTURES
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Gena Schantz, Historian; adventurer and world traveler, Russel Farnham was an early pioneer in Rock Island; associated with the American Fur Company, his trading post served as the first gathering place, election center, and post office before the county was created; bring a chair; meet at: Schwiebert Park - 101 17th St. in Rock Island, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Russel Farnham & Farnhamsburg. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
River Action.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. QC Poets
LITERARY ARTS
share your poetry with a supportive group of poets and receive helpful suggestions; meets the first Wednesday of every month; this group is for novice and experienced poets and is free of charge; for information, contact Katherine at 563-505-9042.
Event Title: QC Poets. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Red Rising
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Pierce Brown's book with the See YA Book Club, an adult book club with a teen book twist; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Red Rising. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Steve Grismore Trio (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music in an intimate setting in our beautiful area parks and other locations around the Iowa City area; free.
Venue: City Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
City Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. The Awful Purdies (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council's Summer Concert Series; original songs, beautiful instrumentals on guitar, bass, banjo, cello, and accordion, and multiple harmonies; seating available, lawn chairs welcome; free; for information, call Monica Leo at 319-627-2487 or email monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Thursday, August 7, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; enjoy storytime at 9am, activities, checking out materials, placing holds, getting a library card and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Library in the Park: Eastern Avenue Park. Venue: Eastern Avenue Park.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Eastern Avenue Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Living Lands & Waters: Helping Our River & Community
LECTURES
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; learn about the history and mission of Living Lands & Waters, driven by founder, president, and East Moline Native, Chad Pregracke; cruise the river and discuss Andrew's role as Programs Manager, what LL&W does to keep our rivers clean, and the impact they've had on our community; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Living Lands & Waters: Helping Our River & Community. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Free Senior Day
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10% off in the Museum Store; see our online calendar for optional tours and films; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. 2025 Summer Reading Send-Off Party!
KIDS' STUFF
join us at the library for a Foam and Bubble Party; turn in your reading logs, collect your prizes and bring a bathing suit for fun with the foam cannon; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: 2025 Summer Reading Send-Off Party! Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. King in Concert: Victor Trevino as Elvis
MUSIC Concerts
Presley tribute featuring the 2022 winner of Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Competition; 11:45am doors, noon lunch, 1pm show; 5:45pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; $65-70; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. eBooks Galore - Fill Your eReader with Great Reads from Your Library
LECTURES
the library has many options for finding digital eBooks that you can download and read or listen to on your ebook reading device; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: eBooks Galore - Fill Your eReader with Great Reads from Your Library. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Role Playing
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Monster Society Presents: Sam the Sandown Ghost Clown
KIDS' STUFF
an elite secret group whose goal is to educate about the things that go bump in the night; your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to first learn about a monster and then execute a craft pertaining to said monster; as always, should you or any of your fellow Society members be caught, the Secretary will disavow any knowledge of your actions; this program is designed for children 8 to 12; this month's monsters are the creatures of Dungeons and Dragons; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Monster Society Presents: Sam the Sandown Ghost Clown. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-848-9047.
Event Title: Open Mic w/ David Killinger & Paul Ganahl (5:30pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Joseph Lee (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
with Guad Truck food truck and the Afterimages pop-up shop.
Event Title: Joseph Lee (6pm). Venue: Jimmie O's Saloon.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jimmie O's Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Music on the Avenue: Spoiler Alert (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Music on the Avenue: Spoiler Alert (6pm). Venue: Downtown Clinton.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown Clinton.
Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Reading Assistance Dogs
KIDS' STUFF
children have the opportunity to read aloud to dogs from Quad Cities Canine Assistance Network; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Reading Assistance Dogs. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Michael Cera Palin - Stars Hollow - Arcadia Grey (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring alternative/indie rockers, featuring sets by Stars Hollow and Arcadia Grey; $23.81.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Exhibition Tour Night
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
take a closer look at the Figge's current exhibitions with docent guided tours; tours will start at 6pm and repeat beginning at 6:30pm, giving guests the opportunity to go on multiple tours; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Exhibition Tour Night. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Incredible 45's (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the 2025 Concert in the Park Series; 5pm food stands, 6:30pm concert; bring lawn chairs or blankets.
Event Title: Incredible 45's (6:30pm). Venue: Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kewanee Veterans Park Gazebo.
Pat Foley (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Pat Foley (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Big/Little Book Club
KIDS' STUFF
a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd through 5th grade) and their Bigs (adults or older siblings) to read a book together; we will discuss the book and do some book-related crafts and activities; registration is required; August's book club selection is The Superteacher Project by Gordon Korman; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Big/Little Book Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Redemption Songs
LECTURES
with Andy Douglas; how music and a caring community can bring growth and healing to incarcerated people; $20; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Redemption Songs. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Hate to Want You
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Alisha Rai's book with the Book Lovers book club featuring a variety of romance novels; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Hate to Want You. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Nuclear Plowboys (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the 2025 Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs and blankets; you are welcome to bring your own food and drink, and food trucks will be on site for select concerts; in the case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved inside the library; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Faye's Field.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Faye's Field.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Angela Meyer & Nicole Dean
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer & Nicole Dean. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
Tug Fest LeClaire: Press Record
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest LeClaire: Press Record. Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. John Resch & Doggin’ Out
MUSIC Concerts
free; performance in the annual Summer Concert series; bring lawn chairs; food and drink available for purchase; no outside alcohol.
Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. The King in Concert: Victor Trevino as Elvis
MUSIC Concerts
Presley tribute featuring the 2022 winner of Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Competition; 11:45am doors, noon lunch, 1pm show; 5:45pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; $65-70; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver
THEATRE
musical-revue tribute to the iconic musician and more than two dozen of his hits; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.com. Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: Racers Edge.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Racers Edge.
Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Tug Fest Port Byron: Eva Kendall (8pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest Port Byron: Eva Kendall (8pm). Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.org. Grupo Fantasia Musical
MUSIC Concerts
an event in Mercado on Fifth's Summer Concert series; free.
Venue: Mercado on Fifth.
Friday, August 8, 2025.
Mercado on Fifth.
For more info visit www.mercadoonfifth.org. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Friday, August 8, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Writing Your Life: An Introduction to Memoir
LITERARY ARTS
with Tom Montgomery Fate; an introductory workshop focused on memoir, but would be useful to any writer; $40; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Writing Your Life: An Introduction to Memoir. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. The Importance of the Rule of Law
LECTURES
in Room 103; this second installment of the QC Civic Conversations series will feature Sally Frank, Professor of Law at Drake University, Des Moines; Professor Frank will discuss the current challenges to the rule of law in the United States; the forum aims to foster open dialogue and deepen understanding of pressing civic issues; free; for information, e-mail GailKarp@gmail.com.
Event Title: The Importance of the Rule of Law. Venue: Western Illinois University - Quad Cities, Riverfront.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Western Illinois University - Quad Cities, Riverfront.
Reading Dragon Card Tournament
KIDS' STUFF
grab the dragons you earned this summer and join us for a Reading Dragon Card Tournament; first place gets a Fantasy Card Binder to hold your cards; snacks provided; attendees will receive the dragon coloring contest winner’s cards to add four rare bonus dragon cards to your collection; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Reading Dragon Card Tournament. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Reading Buddies with Central High School
KIDS' STUFF
members of Girls Learn International from Central High School will be volunteering at the Eastern Library this Spring as Reading Buddies; they will be available to read stories with families or as listeners for kids who wish to practice their reading; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Reading Buddies with Central High School. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort.
For more info visit quadcitiesballoonfestival.com. Jumbies (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Live @ Five Summer Concert Series; we recommend bringing your own chair; no outside beverages; outside food welcome; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: SkyBridge Courtyard.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
SkyBridge Courtyard.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Gray Wolf Band (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (6pm). Venue: Ardon Creek Winery.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ardon Creek Winery.
John Resch & Doggin' Out (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: John Resch & Doggin' Out (6pm). Venue: Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Firehouse Bar & Grill.
Carson Parker Trio - Kiersten Conway Quartet (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Rabbit Hole
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Winning Wheels.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Winning Wheels.
Fair Warning
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Jill Andrews - Matt Van
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the indie-folk singer/songwriter based in Nashville, featuring a set by Matt Van; $23.81.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Play That Goes Wrong
THEATRE
Henry Lewis' Jonathan Sayer's, and Henry Shields' Tony-winning slapstick comedy about a performance of a murder mystery where the ill-fated theatre company encounters numerous mishaps; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm. $20-25; for tickets and information, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: The Play That Goes Wrong. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.thespotlighttheatreqc.com. ComedySportz Quad Cities
COMEDY
on Fridays and Saturdays; the Quad Cities' fast-paced, all-ages improvisational comedy show that uses audience suggestions in a highly competitive “game” between a red team and a blue team; the teams compete for the most laughs; there is no script or plan prior to each performance resulting in non-stop laughs for the players and audience; $15; for information, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: ComedySportz Quad Cities. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sound in Space w/ Daniel P.
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy an evening of Samuel pulling from his record collection; he'll be focusing on Midwest gems collected mainly from Chicago and Detroit record shops; free; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver
THEATRE
musical-revue tribute to the iconic musician and more than two dozen of his hits; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.com. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Gypsy
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical classic about a domineering stage mother and her daughters, running August 8 - 17, directed by Troy Stark; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610.
Event Title: Gypsy. Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Ordinary Days
THEATRE
composer Adam Gwon's sung-thru musical about a quartet of friends in New York City, directed by Shelley Cooper; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-284-2350.
Event Title: Ordinary Days. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. The Diary of Anne Frank
THEATRE
Wendy Kesselman's new adaptation of the beloved World War II drama, directed by Adam Sanders; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: The Diary of Anne Frank. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit playcrafters.com. Joytrip - Joel Sires - One More Hour
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Joytrip - Joel Sires - One More Hour. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Molly Conrad
LIVE MUSIC
There did seem to be a mixed response to the use of cigarettes during Friday’s performance, but when the actors first lit up on stage and smoke filled the auditorium, at least one vocal gentleman behind me affectionately grumbled, “Hmph … that takes me back.”.
Event Title: Molly Conrad. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Semi-Charmed
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Semi-Charmed. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tug Fest LeClaire: Dirt Road Rockers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest LeClaire: Dirt Road Rockers. Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. Krista Lynn Meadow
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Krista Lynn Meadow. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers. Venue: The Gardens.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
The Gardens.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com. Tug Fest Port Byron: Radio Fighter Pilots (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest Port Byron: Radio Fighter Pilots (9pm). Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.org. J. Carmichael
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the songwriter, performer, arranger, and producer whose solo performances include guitar, mandolin, mandocello, and a variety of related instruments.
Event Title: J. Carmichael. Venue: AlleyCat.
Saturday, August 9, 2025.
AlleyCat.
For more info visit jcarmichaelmusic.com. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Integral Spirituality: A Fitting Path
LECTURES
led by Rev. Jay Williams; this retreat will provide an accessible yet profound introduction to integral spirituality and its practical applications; $40; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Integral Spirituality: A Fitting Path. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Russel Farnham & Farnhamsburg
LECTURES
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Gena Schantz, Historian; adventurer and world traveler, Russel Farnham was an early pioneer in Rock Island; associated with the American Fur Company, his trading post served as the first gathering place, election center, and post office before the county was created; bring a chair; meet at: Schwiebert Park - 101 17th St. in Rock Island, IL; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Russel Farnham & Farnhamsburg. Venue: River Action.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
River Action.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Pokémon Club
KIDS' STUFF
an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share, and play with each other; we’ll also discuss how to build and care for your collection; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Second Saturdays at the Figge
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation; these days will highlight the museum's comprehensive art education programming, such as exhibition tours, make-and-take art activities, performances, wellness activities, and more; guiding the art education programming for each second Saturday at the Figge will be a unique theme that infuses the day with distinct energy; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Second Saturdays at the Figge. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Library2Go at Quad City Botanical Center
KIDS' STUFF
a Children's Librarian and the Mobile Library will be there to share children's stories and an activity; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Library2Go at Quad City Botanical Center. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Read to a Dog
KIDS' STUFF
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Tug Fest Port Byron: Aaron Voss (3:30pm) - Fair Warning (5:30pm) - Chicago Farmer & the Field Notes (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest Port Byron: Aaron Voss (3:30pm) - Fair Warning (5:30pm) - Chicago Farmer & the Field Notes (9pm). Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 3:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.org. Clash in the Corn: Battle of the Bands (4pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the ultimate underground battle of the bands hosted by Punk in the Corn LLC; this is your shot to earn a spot on a massive festival stage, in front of thousands, and prove your band has what it takes to turn heads and blow speakers; $10.
Venue: Front Street Brewery.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Front Street Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: QC Balloon Festival: CraZy Ex (4:30pm). Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort.
For more info visit quadcitiesballoonfestival.com. WD Duo (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: WD Duo (5:30pm). Venue: FINN'S GRILL.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
FINN'S GRILL.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Red Carpet Gala
THEATRE
walk the red carpet, enjoy live music and cocktails in the Beer Garden, indulge in a gourmet banquet beneath twinkling lights, and head into the theatre for a dazzling evening of performances, live & silent auction, and the big reveal of our 2026 65th Anniversary Season; 5:30pm cocktail hour, 6:30pm dinner in the pavilion, 7:30pm main event in the theatre, 9pm after-party in the beer garden; $95/person, $760/table of eight; for information and tickets, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Red Carpet Gala. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Karaoke Night (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Night (6pm). Venue: Rock Island Eagles Club.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Rock Island Eagles Club.
Tug Fest LeClaire: Impossible Wonder (6pm) - 7 Ark (6:40pm) - Big Hair Mafia (9pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest LeClaire: Impossible Wonder (6pm) - 7 Ark (6:40pm) - Big Hair Mafia (9pm). Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. Northside Saturday Nights: The Fabulous Trutones (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
curated by rhe Englert Theatre and sponsored by Hills Bank, Suzanne Stock, and Urban Acres, this free music series promises to ignite the Northside community with outdoor performances from talented local artists; grab a seat at any of the available tables on the Northside Outside street or bring your own chairs; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit englert.org. Ice Nine Kills - Dayseeker - Kim Dracula - The Funeral Portrait (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an evening with the metal rockers on their "Hell of a Summer Tour," featuring sets by Dayseeker, Kim Dracula, and The Funeral Portrait; $74.65.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. 3 Mile High
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3 Mile High. Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Toxic Blonde
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Toxic Blonde. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 80's Ladies
MUSIC Concerts
a family-friendly concert in the Big 9 Concert Series is presented by the City of Davenport and Common Chord, with special thanks to the Regional Development Authority for their support; bring chairs; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. BTDT
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Lady Igraine - Night School
MUSIC Concerts
progressive rockers perform in the Big 9 Series; bring lawn chairs; free; for information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: LeClaire Park.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LeClaire Park.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Molly Conrad
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the singer/songwriter from Bettendorf, now based in Buffalo; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Robert Cray Band
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the blues guitarist and singer who has won five Grammy Awards; $45-160.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. The Play That Goes Wrong
THEATRE
Henry Lewis' Jonathan Sayer's, and Henry Shields' Tony-winning slapstick comedy about a performance of a murder mystery where the ill-fated theatre company encounters numerous mishaps; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm. $20-25; for tickets and information, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: The Play That Goes Wrong. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.thespotlighttheatreqc.com. ComedySportz Quad Cities
COMEDY
on Fridays and Saturdays; the Quad Cities' fast-paced, all-ages improvisational comedy show that uses audience suggestions in a highly competitive “game” between a red team and a blue team; the teams compete for the most laughs; there is no script or plan prior to each performance resulting in non-stop laughs for the players and audience; $15; for information, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: ComedySportz Quad Cities. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Eva & Aaron
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn chairs or blankets; food truck on site; free.
Venue: Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver
THEATRE
musical-revue tribute to the iconic musician and more than two dozen of his hits; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.com. Gypsy
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical classic about a domineering stage mother and her daughters, running August 8 - 17, directed by Troy Stark; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610.
Event Title: Gypsy. Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Ordinary Days
THEATRE
composer Adam Gwon's sung-thru musical about a quartet of friends in New York City, directed by Shelley Cooper; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-284-2350.
Event Title: Ordinary Days. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. The Diary of Anne Frank
THEATRE
Wendy Kesselman's new adaptation of the beloved World War II drama, directed by Adam Sanders; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: The Diary of Anne Frank. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit playcrafters.com. Code 415
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: Riverside Grille.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Grille.
Ed Pruis
LIVE MUSIC
There did seem to be a mixed response to the use of cigarettes during Friday’s performance, but when the actors first lit up on stage and smoke filled the auditorium, at least one vocal gentleman behind me affectionately grumbled, “Hmph … that takes me back.”.
Event Title: Ed Pruis. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell.
Mungion - Fishbait
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Mungion - Fishbait. Venue: Gabe's.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Nuclear Plowboys
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Nuclear Plowboys. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Stephan Haluska / Adam Shead Duo
MUSIC Concerts
percussionist Shead and harpist Haluska form an inventive duo that explores the outer edges of sound through improvisation and experimental music; free, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. The Nightcaps Present: Roll 4 Improv
COMEDY
in the ultimate test of “Yes, and," our improvisers will accept any challenge decided by the roll of our 20-sided die; $10-12; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Event Title: The Nightcaps Present: Roll 4 Improv. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Hap Hazard
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Hap Hazard. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Richie Lee & the Fabulous '50s. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Shakespeared!
COMEDY
ComedySportz presents an improvised "lost play" of the Bard's with suggestions provided by the audience.
Event Title: Shakespeared! Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit comedysportzqc.com. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Sunday, August 10, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; $17; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Beloit Sky Carp. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Keith Hentrich and Greg Sullivan (2pm). Venue: Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Mississippi River Distilling Company & Cody Road Cocktail House.
Identity Crisis (2pm)
MUSIC Concerts
enjoy drinks and live local bands on the Lakeside Patio in this event in the summer-concert series.
Venue: Bally's Quad Cities.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bally's Quad Cities.
For more info visit casinos.ballys.com. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Gypsy
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical classic about a domineering stage mother and her daughters, running August 8 - 17, directed by Troy Stark; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-20; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610.
Event Title: Gypsy. Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. Ordinary Days
THEATRE
composer Adam Gwon's sung-thru musical about a quartet of friends in New York City, directed by Shelley Cooper; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-284-2350.
Event Title: Ordinary Days. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. The Play That Goes Wrong
THEATRE
Henry Lewis' Jonathan Sayer's, and Henry Shields' Tony-winning slapstick comedy about a performance of a murder mystery where the ill-fated theatre company encounters numerous mishaps; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm. $20-25; for tickets and information, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: The Play That Goes Wrong. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.thespotlighttheatreqc.com. Buddy Olson (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Buddy Olson (3pm). Venue: Ducky's Lagoon.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Ducky's Lagoon.
Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver
THEATRE
musical-revue tribute to the iconic musician and more than two dozen of his hits; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.com. The Diary of Anne Frank
THEATRE
Wendy Kesselman's new adaptation of the beloved World War II drama, directed by Adam Sanders; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: The Diary of Anne Frank. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit playcrafters.com. Active Adult & Senior Summertime Dance w/ The Wild Side (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share (optional); free.
Event Title: Active Adult & Senior Summertime Dance w/ The Wild Side (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
Royal Pop (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Royal Pop (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Blackstones (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available, no coolers.
Venue: Runner's Park.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Runner's Park.
Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Moscow Puzzles - Slacker - Mazu
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Moscow Puzzles - Slacker - Mazu. Venue: Gabe's.
Sunday, August 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Monday, August 11, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. The Bear Came Over the Mountain
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Alice Munro's 2011 short story with the Short and Sweets book club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Bear Came Over the Mountain. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Introduction to Spanish
LECTURES
join Catalina for some basics in speaking Spanish; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Introduction to Spanish. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. The Art of Auditioning w/ Cole Russell
THEATRE
an exciting lineup of masterclasses designed to inspire, challenge, and grow young performers of all levels; from acting and singing to dancing and audition prep, each session is led by industry pros with real-world experience—from Broadway stages to national tours to cruise ships; whether you're just starting out or sharpening your skills, these classes are designed to inspire, challenge, and connect artists of all levels right here in Mount Carroll; $50; for information and to register, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: The Art of Auditioning w/ Cole Russell. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Mending Monday
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
drop in with any and all projects that need repairing and use our sewing machines and supplies; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Mending Monday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. History of the USCG Auxiliary && the American Waterway Watch
LECTURES
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; led by Charles Brennan, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Public Affairs Specialist; hear a brief history of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary and learn about the America Waterway Watch - a public outreach program that encourages participants to report suspicious activity to the USCG or local law enforcement; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: History of the USCG Auxiliary && the American Waterway Watch. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
Tue. & Fri.; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Developing a Spending Plan
LECTURES
an event in the Healthy Cents series; we will discuss the components of a budget and take time building our own; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Developing a Spending Plan. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
KIDS' STUFF
for grades K-6; this week we will having free painting; participants can paint whatever they feel; paint, canvases, and templates (if they choose to use) will be provided; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. The Dragonet Prophecy
KIDS' STUFF
discussion of Tui T. Sutherland's book with the Tween the Pages book club for patrons ages 8 to 11; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Dragonet Prophecy. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Sensitive Playtime
KIDS' STUFF
a drop-in playtime especially for children and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience; Sensitive Playtime is ideal for young children with sensory processing sensitivity or on the autism spectrum, although everyone is welcome to attend; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Sensitive Playtime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Jaik Willis (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the Tunes in Town summer series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available.
Venue: Downtown DeWitt.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown DeWitt.
The Central - Birth Order - Blist Her - If I Could Just Get Some Sleep (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Wisconsin-based experimental grind rockers, featuring sets by Birth Order, Blist Her, and If I Could Just Get Some Sleep; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Teen Advisory Board Meeting
KIDS' STUFF
TAB Members volunteer, organize & participate in teen programming, and give their opinions on how to make the library awesome by attending monthly meetings and filling out online surveys; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Demon Copperhead
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Barbara Kingslover's book with the West End Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Demon Copperhead. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Abundance
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Jakob Guanzon's book with the Get Lit discussion group; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Abundance. Venue: Adventurous Brewing.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Adventurous Brewing.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival
THEATRE
thru Aug. 26; submit for the Aug. 29-31 weekend event that showcases various forms of solo performance art, including theater, dance, and music; for information and to submit, contact Lora Adams at thebbtheatre@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Black Box Theatre Solo Fringe Festival. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. Pickled!
LECTURES
led by Dianne Prichard; learn to make delicious pickles that can't be bought anywhere.; $25; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Pickled! Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. 1941-1945: World War 2
LECTURES
this lecture series is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the creation of the United States Army in 1775; all talks in this series are presented by the staff of Army Sustainment Command's History Office, based on the Rock Island Arsenal; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: 1941-1945: World War 2. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
LECTURES
on Wednesdays; receive one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Disney's Frozen
THEATRE
stage-musical version of Disney's Oscar-winning animated blockbuster; scheduled performances Tue.-Sun.; $30-40, $50 VIP tables; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: Disney's Frozen. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Teen Gaming
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Small & the Mighty
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Sharon McMahob's book with the Non Fiction Book Club; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: The Small & the Mighty. Venue: Longview Park.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Longview Park.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. World War II, Reorganization, and the Dawn of the Atomic Age
LECTURES
presentation in the Rock Island Arsenal Lecture Series: 250 Years of the US Army; all talks in this series are presented by a member of Army Sustainment Command's Office of the Historian, based on the Arsenal; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: World War II, Reorganization, and the Dawn of the Atomic Age. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Rooting Out Poverty Book Club Special Edition
LITERARY ARTS
"Tiny Homes in a Big City" author Rev. Faith Fowler will share how tiny homes have been utilized for poor and homeless people across the country and speak about the logistics involved with building the Cass Tiny Homes in Detroit and its innovative home ownership model; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Rooting Out Poverty Book Club Special Edition. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tony John & the Flatland Stringband (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tony John & the Flatland Stringband (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fish Passage Through Our Lock & Dam, and Other Interesting River Stories
LECTURES
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; led by Jeremiah Haas, Aquatic Biologist, Constellation Energy; Jeremiah will discuss how fish are able to traverse our waterways, including through our Lock and Dams, plus he will discuss other relevant issues concerning the Mississippi River; there will be time for questions during the walk as he has been working on the fisheries of the Mississippi River for over 25 years; come with questions; meet at: 3017 River Dr. in Moline, IL (Channel Cat Parking Area); $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Fish Passage Through Our Lock & Dam, and Other Interesting River Stories. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
River Action.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Kerak (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert in the 2025 Music on the Move series; bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music in an intimate setting in our beautiful area parks and other locations around the Iowa City area; free.
Venue: Cardigan Park.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Cardigan Park.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. The Tanya English Band (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the West Liberty Area Arts Council's Summer Concert Series; jazz and blues; seating available, lawn chairs welcome; free; for information, call Monica Leo at 319-627-2487 or email monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mary Poppins
THEATRE
Tony-winning family musical based on the Oscar-winning Disney classic about a magical British governess; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 7/9 and 7/10: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; $46-71; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Mary Poppins. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Quad Cities Karaoke Championship Qualifiers. Venue: Broken Saddle.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 9:00 PM – Thursday, August 14, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Broken Saddle.
For more info visit www.quadcitieskaraokechampionship.com.