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QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Wednesday, October 29, 2025. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Wednesday, October 29, 2025. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

The Power of Journaling

LITERARY ARTS led by Karen Blankenship; it's not as difficult as you might think and the rewards are well worth the investment of time; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: The Power of Journaling. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Preschool Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Come from Away

THEATRE Tony-winning musical about the period when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to a tiny Newfoundland airstrip on September 11, 2001; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 9/10 and 9/11; 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: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.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, October 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

After School Kids Lab: Dotted Pumpkin Art

KIDS' STUFF make a dotted pumpkin art project inspired by the work of artist Yayoi Kusama; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Dotted Pumpkin Art. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.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, October 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Open Studio

THEATRE make paper flowers and decorate sugar skulls with guest artist Victor Granados; Victor is known for his altars and his Day of the Dead imagery; he will lead a workshop on making paper flowers and sugar skulls, and he will facilitate the creation of a community altar in Ron-de-Voo Park; everyone is invited to attend the workshop and help build the altar; for information, call 319-627-2487. Event Title: Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Open Studio. Venue: Owl Glass Puppetry Center. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Owl Glass Puppetry Center. For more info visit owlglass.org.

Wax on Wednesdays at Wake

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Wake Brewing Company. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Davenport Election Forum

LECTURES the public candidate forum, which is free and open to the public, will feature candidates in all competitive races; voters will be able to hear candidates discuss key issues facing Davenport ahead of the November election; for those unable to attend in person, KWQC-TV will broadcast and stream the event live on its sub-channel Cozi 6.3, Mediacom 106 or KWQC.com/livestream making it accessible citywide; for more information, please contact Brian Kramer at Brian@hilltopcampusvillage.org. Event Title: Davenport Election Forum. Venue: Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University.

Party w/ the QC Parrot Heads & Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Party w/ the QC Parrot Heads & Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Open Jam Night

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Jam Night. Venue: Harley Corin's. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Harley Corin's. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Whiskey Stop. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Whiskey Stop. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Hal Reed

MUSIC Concerts with a four-decade long career in Southern Gospel, Soul, and Blues music, Reed has headlined for several Gospel Festivals and toured as Men of Blues and Mississippi Journey; free, with donations encouraged; for information, call 563-322-5837. Venue: Hauberg Civic Center Mansion. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Hauberg Civic Center Mansion. For more info visit www.mvbs.org.

Come from Away

THEATRE Tony-winning musical about the period when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to a tiny Newfoundland airstrip on September 11, 2001; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 9/10 and 9/11; 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: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Thursday, October 30, 2025. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Thursday, October 30, 2025. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Iowa Art Field Opening Tours

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events featuring opening tours of the installations, followed by a happy hour at PS1 Close House: noon at City Park, 2pm at JCHPF, 4pm at Close House; the public is welcome to join one or all of the tours. Event Title: Iowa Art Field Opening Tours. Venue: Public Space One. Thursday, October 30, 2025. Public Space One. For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com.

Music & Movement

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; we'll be singing and dancing and exploring other musical activities with playtime after; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Music & MOvement. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Lapsit Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Halloween Party

KIDS' STUFF Halloween stories, games, activities, and treats for children ages 3-5 and their adult; siblings and costumes welcome; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Preschool Halloween Party. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Open Studio

THEATRE make shadow puppets and prepare ghost stories with guest artist Victor Granados; Victor is known for his altars and his Day of the Dead imagery; he will lead a workshop on making paper flowers and sugar skulls, and he will facilitate the creation of a community altar in Ron-de-Voo Park; everyone is invited to attend the workshop and help build the altar; for information, call 319-627-2487. Event Title: Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Open Studio. Venue: Owl Glass Puppetry Center. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Owl Glass Puppetry Center. For more info visit owlglass.org.

Homeschool Domino Builders Club

KIDS' STUFF build cool structures and create beautiful art with dominoes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Homeschool Domino Builders Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Death and the Artist

LECTURES presented by Dr. Margaret Morse, professor of art and art history; this year’s Frieze Lectures will consider subjects related to death, dying and mortality through four distinct lenses: anthropology, art, poetry, and psychology; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Death and the Artist. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Pumpkin Stencils: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest

KIDS' STUFF come for fun every week for elementary-age kids; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Pumpkin Stencils: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Teen Role Playing

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; teens enjoy their favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Costume Storytime w/ Legacy Therapy Dogs

KIDS' STUFF show off your Halloween Costume and enjoy some spooky stories with Therapy Dogs; you’ll find some of them like to dress up, too; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Costume Storytime w/ Legacy Therapy Dogs. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

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, October 30, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Denny O's.

Family Storytime: Scary Stories

KIDS' STUFF recommended for ages 6-11; there’s a chill in the air and a shiver down our spine and we’ll be reading some scary stories to pass the time. We may even have a treat or two (and that’s no trick); limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393. Event Title: Family Storytime: Scary Stories. Venue: Silvis Public Library. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Silvis Public Library. For more info visit silvislibrary.org.

"Body Problems" Book Talk & Signing with M. Wolff, PhD

LITERARY ARTS author Wolff a highly decorated professor of Religion and Women's, Gender, & Sexuality Studies at Augustana College; "Body Problems: What Intersex Priest Sally Gross Teaches Us About Embodiment, Justice, and Belonging," published in August 2025, is their first book; after their talk, The Atlas Collective bookstore will sell copies of "Body Problems" and Wolff will be available for signings; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: "Body Problems" Book Talk & Signing with M. Wolff, PhD. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Jacob Kynard (6pm)

MUSIC Concerts concert with the folk singer/songwriter; $15.88. Venue: Raccoon Motel. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Raccoon Motel. For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.

Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Celebration

THEATRE enjoy ghost stories, shadow puppets, and treats; for information, call 319-627-2487. Event Title: Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Celebration. Venue: Owl Glass Puppetry Center. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Owl Glass Puppetry Center. For more info visit owlglass.org.

Heather "Gypsy" Cunard (6:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Heather "Gypsy" Cunard (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.

Organ Fairchild

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Organ Fairchild. Venue: Gabe's. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Gabe's. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Rocky Horror Show

THEATRE do the Time Warp again with the Speakeasy's annual presentation of the cult-classic sci-fi/horror-comedy classic; 6 & 8pm shows for ages 18 & older, 11pm shows for ages 21 & older; $30-35, prop bags for sale at the door; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Circa '21 Speakeasy. For more info visit tickets.circa21.com.

Open Mic & Karaoke Night

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Mic & Karaoke Night. Venue: The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. The Rusty Fox Wine & Alehouse. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma: Reflections in Words and Music

MUSIC Concerts Ma explores music at the center of his musical firmament, pairing it with his thoughts about how it has shaped his thinking about art, human nature, and our ongoing search for meaning; $10-165; for information, call 319-335-1160. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

Kathleen Edwards

MUSIC Concerts acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer Edwards returns with her highly anticipated new album "Billionaire"; $20-35; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653. Venue: Englert Theatre. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Englert Theatre. For more info visit englert.org.

Edges

THEATRE EGOT recipients Benj Pasek's and Justin Paul's song cycle, directed by Kaden Micklos; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; $5-10; for information and tickets, call 309-794-7306. Event Title: Edges. Venue: Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. For more info visit augustana.edu.

Eureka Day

THEATRE Jonathan Spector's Tony-winning comedy about a mumps outbreak and vaccination skeptics, directed by Kathleen Johnson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099. Event Title: Eureka Day. Venue: Riverside Theatre. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Riverside Theatre. For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.

The Thanksgiving Play

THEATRE Larissa FastHorse's satirical comedy about four well-meaning but culturally insensitive theatre artists, directed by Alexander Richardson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-284-2350. Event Title: The Thanksgiving Play. Venue: The Black Box Theatre. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Black Box Theatre. For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com.

QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; find out which QC Libraries' teens can read the most minutes during the month of October; ages 11-19 can track their reading on the Beanstack app or on paper logs available at the Davenport Public Library; every QC teen who reads 1,000 minutes will be entered into a grand prize drawing for a $50 gift card; every Davenport teen who reads 250 minutes or more can also enter into smaller prize drawings for a bean bag chair, a Cobbler the Blueberry Cow Plushie from Bright Bat, a curated book haul, or a sketchbook & pens combo; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QC Libraries' Teen Reading Challenge. Friday, October 31, 2025. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; the QC Libraries invite ages 11-19 to showcase their creativity in the 2025 Teentober Contests; this year's theme is One of Us is Lying, and teens can enter their original writing, art, and films; all entries are due Oct. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced at the Teentober Red Carpet Awards Event at the Putnam Museum & Science Center on Thursday, November 13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QC Libraries' Teentober Contests | Art, Writing & Film. Friday, October 31, 2025. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests

KIDS' STUFF thru Oct. 31; for every 250 minutes you read, you will be entered into a Moline Library $25 Amazon gift card prize drawing; you will earn a prize for the first 250 minutes you read as well; if you read at least 1000 minutes, you will be entered in the QC Libraries’ grand prize drawing for a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Teentober Reading Challenge and Contests. Venue: Moline Public Library. Friday, October 31, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Stories @ Main

KIDS' STUFF on Fridays; jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies; we’ll have stories, songs, and fun; all ages welcome, best for children ages 1 to 5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Stories @ Main. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Friday, October 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Anime Club: Candy & Cosplay Contest

KIDS' STUFF before trick-or-treating, come show off your costume/cosplay at our Halloween Cosplay Contest for a chance to win a $25 Amazon gift card; we’ll have Japanese candy and snacks and watch spooky anime; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Anime Club: Candy & Cosplay Contest. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Friday, October 31, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Adrian Guerra (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC performing hits en Español; a free event in the Acoustic Fridays series. Event Title: Adrian Guerra (6pm). Venue: Baja Tacos and Shots. Friday, October 31, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Baja Tacos & Shots.

Lynn Allen Halloween Party

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Lynn Allen Halloween Party. Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Wurst Impressions Sessions III

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Wurst Impressions Sessions III. Venue: Gabe's. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Gabe's. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Dance Macabre: A Void Church Halloween

MUSIC Concerts featuring sets by Ronnie Stone, Archeress, DJ Doubleyou, DJ Shane Brown, and Carnap; $13.22; bring a hand-carved jack o' lantern for $5 off entry. Venue: Raccoon Motel. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Raccoon Motel. For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.

The Rocky Horror Show

THEATRE do the Time Warp again with the Speakeasy's annual presentation of the cult-classic sci-fi/horror-comedy classic; 6 & 7pm shows for ages 18 & older, 11pm shows for ages 21 & older; $30-35, prop bags for sale at the door; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Circa '21 Speakeasy. For more info visit tickets.circa21.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, October 31, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Spotlight Theatre. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Sweet Caroline Tour Starring Jay White

MUSIC Concerts an evening with the Neil Diamond tribute artist and his ensemble, $39 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000. Venue: Adler Theatre. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Adler Theatre. For more info visit davenportlive.com.

Blithe Spirit

THEATRE Noël Coward's classic drawing-room comedy about a London house haunting, directed by Grey White; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330. Event Title: Blithe Spirit. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Playcrafters Barn Theatre. For more info visit playcrafters.com.

Come from Away

THEATRE Tony-winning musical about the period when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to a tiny Newfoundland airstrip on September 11, 2001; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 9/10 and 9/11; 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: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Edges

THEATRE EGOT recipients Benj Pasek's and Justin Paul's song cycle, directed by Kaden Micklos; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; $5-10; for information and tickets, call 309-794-7306. Event Title: Edges. Venue: Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. For more info visit augustana.edu.

Eureka Day

THEATRE Jonathan Spector's Tony-winning comedy about a mumps outbreak and vaccination skeptics, directed by Kathleen Johnson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099. Event Title: Eureka Day. Venue: Riverside Theatre. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Riverside Theatre. For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.

The Thanksgiving Play

THEATRE Larissa FastHorse's satirical comedy about four well-meaning but culturally insensitive theatre artists, directed by Alexander Richardson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-284-2350. Event Title: The Thanksgiving Play. Venue: The Black Box Theatre. Friday, October 31, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Black Box Theatre. For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com.

DJ Eric Juarez

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: DJ Eric Juarez. Venue: Edison's Gastropub. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Edison's Gastropub. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Funktastic 5

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Funktastic 5. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Rabbit Hole

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Spot Bar - Village of East Davenport.

Absolution - A Tribute To GHOST - Lethal Injektion - St. October

MUSIC Concerts part of the 2 Nights of Terror concert event; with a Special Scream Queen Competition; ages 21+; $17 Advance General Admission (One Day Admission); $25 Advance General Admission (Two Day Admission); $25 Day Of Show (One Day Admission). Venue: Rascals Live. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:55 PM. Rascals Live. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Codfish Holloween: MoonShroom - Illuminaughties Burlesque - Brooks Strause

MUSIC Concerts a star-crossed culmination of liberated artistic expression & high-energy performance; $30. Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Codfish Hollow Barn. For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com.

Deep Galactic Bass Sessions: Halloween Edition

MUSIC Concerts featuring headliner Azassin, plus HARRI, beanboi, Masks and Makeup (JEZTER B2B Famer BoB), clegg, VOIDMAFIA TAKEOVER (B3RMUD5 // Voidberg // TRIPENDICULAR // Dr.Lee); $15-20; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333. Venue: The Redstone Room. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Redstone Room. For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org.

Disco Circus

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Disco Circus. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:00 AM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Return 2 Soul

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Return 2 Soul. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room. Friday, October 31, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:00 AM. Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room. For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com.

DJ Drew Minder

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: DJ Drew Minder. Venue: Missipi Brewing Company. Friday, October 31, 2025, 9:30 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:30 AM. Missipi Brewing Company. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Rocky Horror Show

THEATRE do the Time Warp again with the Speakeasy's annual presentation of the cult-classic sci-fi/horror-comedy classic; 6 & 8pm shows for ages 18 & older, 11pm shows for ages 21 & older; $30-35, prop bags for sale at the door; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy. Friday, October 31, 2025, 11:00 PM – Saturday, November 1, 2025, 1:00 AM. The Circa '21 Speakeasy. For more info visit tickets.circa21.com.

Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Saturday, November 1, 2025. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Medicine Wheel

LECTURES led by Kathleen Collins; learn how the four directions help balance your life; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Medicine Wheel. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Presbyterian Women (PW) 3rd Annual Craft & Vendor Fair

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events proceeds support PW mission projects; concessions on site to benefit Bettendorf Presbyterian youth programs; free; for information, call 563-355-6494. Event Title: Presbyterian Women (PW) 3rd Annual Craft & Vendor Fair. Venue: Bettendorf Presbyterian Church. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Bettendorf Presbyterian Church. For more info visit www.bettpres.org.

Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience

KIDS' STUFF on Saturdays; a 15-minute storytime complete with books rhymes and songs followed by 30 minutes of imaginative playtime; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Child's Play | Create : Explore : Experience. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Shelter for the Shadows

LECTURES build a bat box; in this new Conservation Workshop class series, we will cover various aspects of conservation, such as identifying native bumblebees and plants, and building wildlife-friendly homes and nature-attracting decorations for your yard; each class features an educational presentation, a hike on Zoo property, and a hands-on project that you will complete during the session; $15-22 class, $15-30 project kit if required; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482. Event Title: Shelter for the Shadows. Venue: Niabi Zoo. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Niabi Zoo. For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.

SPL’s Local Authors Fair

LITERARY ARTS our second Local Authors Fair will include presentations and an authors panel; it will be an excellent opportunity for networking as well as an inspiration to write; we’ll be launching our own version of NaNoWriMo called the SPLLAF Writing Challenge (named for the Silvis Public Library Local Authors Fair); free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393. Event Title: SPL’s Local Authors Fair. Venue: Silvis Public Library. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Silvis Public Library. For more info visit silvislibrary.org.

Lego Club

KIDS' STUFF on Saturdays; enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Floor of the Forest

DANCE Performances in the University of Iowa's Visual Arts Building / Lasansky Atrium; first performed in 1970 in downtown New York City by Trisha Brown and Carmen Beuchat, Floor of the Forest is danced upon a sculptural steel frame holding up a web of ropes that have been threaded with colorful used clothing; climbing onto the apparatus, two dancers weave their way across the structure by putting on and then taking off the clothing, occasionally pausing to allow gravity to pull their bodies toward the floor while the clothing acts as a cocoon or hammock; Floor of the Forest will be staged by Tony Orrico, University of Iowa assistant professor of dance and sculpture/intermedia; Sat.-Fri. noon-3pm; for information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: Floor of the Forest. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

Muscatine Art Center Day of the Dead Celebration

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events with an afternoon of free, hands-on activities, artmaking, and bilingual performances that honor this vibrant Mexican tradition; for information, call 563-263-8282. Event Title: Muscatine Art Center Day of the Dead Celebration. Venue: Muscatine Art Center. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Muscatine Art Center. For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.

Augustana Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition (4pm)

MUSIC Concerts for information, call 309-794-7306. Venue: Centennial Hall, Augustana College. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Centennial Hall, Augustana College. For more info visit augustana.edu.

Iowa Art Field Artist Talk

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events the artists will give brief remarks on the process and themes of their work, followed by a reception. Event Title: Iowa Art Field Artist Talk. Venue: Public Space One Close House Gallery. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Public Space One Close House Gallery. For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com.

Parrotfish - Lady Igraine (5:30pm) - Kitty Crimes (8:30pm)

MUSIC Concerts individual concerts with the Tampa Bay natives now based in Nashville, featuring a set by Lady Igraine, and by Midas MSL, who goes by the stage name Kitty Crimes and is a music producer and performance artist in the Denver, Colorado area; $19/84 / $15.88. Venue: Raccoon Motel. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 5:30 PM – 11:30 PM. Raccoon Motel. For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.

Angela Meyer (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Angela Meyer (6pm). Venue: Green Tree Brewery. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Green Tree Brewery.

Code 415

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Code 415. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

H.R. (Human Rights)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: H.R. (Human Rights). Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Bootleg Hill Honey Meads. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Ryan Bizarri

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Ryan Bizarri. Venue: Rams Riverhouse. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Rams Riverhouse. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Camille Thurman with the Darrell Green Quartet (7 & 9pm)

MUSIC Concerts saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Camille Thurman was last at Hancher for a Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra Christmas concert in 2019, and she and master drummer Darrell Green’s quartet thrilled the Iowa City Jazz Festival crowd in 2022; now, Thurman and the quartet come to Club Hancher to share their captivating blend of innovation and tradition, pushing jazz forward while embracing its roots; $10-20; for information, call 319-335-1160. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

The Sweet Lillies - Adrian & Meredith

MUSIC Concerts concert with the Americana/bluegrass band from Boulder, Colorado, featuring a set by Adrian & Meredith; 6pm potluck & social hour, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bishop Hill Creative Commons. For more info visit www.xroadscc.org.

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, November 1, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The Spotlight Theatre. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc

SPORTS professional minor-league ice-hockey game; $18-48; for information and tickets, call 309-277-1364. Event Title: Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc. Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:10 PM – 10:10 PM. Vibrant Arena at the MARK. For more info visit quadcitystorm.com.

Honey Child Band

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Honey Child Band. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM. Riverside Casino and Golf Resort. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Heads In Motion: Talking Heads Tribute

MUSIC Concerts an evening with the Quad Cities-based Talking Heads tribute dedicated to free-spirited and energetic concert experiences; $10-20; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653. Venue: Englert Theatre. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Englert Theatre. For more info visit englert.org.

The Country Night

MUSIC Concerts the ultimate celebration of country music, bringing you today’s hottest new country hits and the timeless classics that have defined the genre for generations; $35-40; for information, call 815-244-2035. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Timber Lake Playhouse. For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.

Up Close with Robert Parker

MUSIC Concerts get up close with the principal trombonist Robert Parker with an evening of music at the Figge; for information and tickets, call 563-322-7276. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit qcso.org.

Blithe Spirit

THEATRE Noël Coward's classic drawing-room comedy about a London house haunting, directed by Grey White; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330. Event Title: Blithe Spirit. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Playcrafters Barn Theatre. For more info visit playcrafters.com.

Come from Away

THEATRE Tony-winning musical about the period when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to a tiny Newfoundland airstrip on September 11, 2001; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 9/10 and 9/11; 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: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Edges

THEATRE EGOT recipients Benj Pasek's and Justin Paul's song cycle, directed by Kaden Micklos; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; $5-10; for information and tickets, call 309-794-7306. Event Title: Edges. Venue: Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. For more info visit augustana.edu.

Eureka Day

THEATRE Jonathan Spector's Tony-winning comedy about a mumps outbreak and vaccination skeptics, directed by Kathleen Johnson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099. Event Title: Eureka Day. Venue: Riverside Theatre. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Riverside Theatre. For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.

The Thanksgiving Play

THEATRE Larissa FastHorse's satirical comedy about four well-meaning but culturally insensitive theatre artists, directed by Alexander Richardson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $18; for tickets and information, call 563-284-2350. Event Title: The Thanksgiving Play. Venue: The Black Box Theatre. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Black Box Theatre. For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com.

Chris Blum Kaboom Acoustic

LIVE MUSIC for information, call 309-865-2100. Event Title: Chris Blum Kaboom Acoustic. Venue: The Palace Tavern. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Palace Tavern. For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com.

QC Santana Tribute Band

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: QC Santana Tribute Band. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

512: The Selena Experience

MUSIC Concerts these musicians came together and orchestrated an extraordinary show that will have you back to 1995 within seconds of their first song; presented by Noche de Sabor; $20-45; for tickets and information, call 563-328-8000. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center. For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com.

Death Bag's Flagellant Songs Listening Party - Granular Breath

MUSIC Concerts inspired by the installations of Phil Niblock, the party will be accompanied by a companion video to contemplate while you listen to a sea of sound; Granular Breath will perform his world of drone and doom to open up the occasion.; free; for information, call 309-200-0978. Venue: Rozz-Tox. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Rozz-Tox. For more info visit www.rozztox.com.

Wonkzilla'z Zombie Experience (A Tribute to Rob & White Zombie) - Left 4 Dead - Skarlett Roxx

MUSIC Concerts part of the 2 Nights of Terror concert event; with a Creepy Costume Contest; ages 21+; $17 Advance General Admission (One Day Admission); $25 Advance General Admission (Two Day Admission); $25 Day Of Show (One Day Admission). Venue: Rascals Live. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:55 PM. Rascals Live. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Nightcaps Present: Shots ‘n’ Giggles 15-Year Celebration

COMEDY we celebrate this momentous occasion featuring performers past and present while taking enough shots to adequately honor the legacy of the most popular adult improv comedy show in the Quad Cities!; $10-12; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2. Event Title: The Nightcaps Present: Shots ‘n’ Giggles 15-Year Celebration. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The Circa '21 Speakeasy. For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com.

Daylight Over

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Daylight Over. Venue: Harley Corin's. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM. Harley Corin's. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Crooked Cactus

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: 11th Street Precinct. Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9:00 PM – Sunday, November 2, 2025, 1:00 AM. 11th Street Precinct. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Sunday, November 2, 2025. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Floor of the Forest

DANCE Performances in the University of Iowa's Visual Arts Building / Lasansky Atrium; first performed in 1970 in downtown New York City by Trisha Brown and Carmen Beuchat, Floor of the Forest is danced upon a sculptural steel frame holding up a web of ropes that have been threaded with colorful used clothing; climbing onto the apparatus, two dancers weave their way across the structure by putting on and then taking off the clothing, occasionally pausing to allow gravity to pull their bodies toward the floor while the clothing acts as a cocoon or hammock; Floor of the Forest will be staged by Tony Orrico, University of Iowa assistant professor of dance and sculpture/intermedia; Sat.-Fri. noon-3pm; for information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: Floor of the Forest. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

Day of the Dead Family Fiesta

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events honor the memories of loved ones through music, dance, food, and community at this celebration; hosted in partnership with Lulac Council 10, Ascentra Credit Union, and Hola America; free; for information, call 563-326-7804. Event Title: Day of the Dead Family Fiesta. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Edges

THEATRE EGOT recipients Benj Pasek's and Justin Paul's song cycle, directed by Kaden Micklos; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; $5-10; for information and tickets, call 309-794-7306. Event Title: Edges. Venue: Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM. Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre, Augustana College. For more info visit augustana.edu.

Angela Meyer (2pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Angela Meyer (2pm). Venue: Tycoga Winery & Distillery. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Tycoga Winery & Distillery.

The Night Life Band (2pm)

LIVE MUSIC timeless country hits you can dance to; $7/person at the door. Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Harley's Pub & Reception Hall. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)

MUSIC Concerts the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. The Circa '21 Speakeasy. For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com.

Eureka Day

THEATRE Jonathan Spector's Tony-winning comedy about a mumps outbreak and vaccination skeptics, directed by Kathleen Johnson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099. Event Title: Eureka Day. Venue: Riverside Theatre. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Riverside Theatre. For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.

Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc

SPORTS professional minor-league ice-hockey game; $18-48; for information and tickets, call 309-277-1364. Event Title: Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc. Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 2:10 PM – 5:10 PM. Vibrant Arena at the MARK. For more info visit quadcitystorm.com.

Barefoot Free for All (3pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Barefoot Free for All (3pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Blithe Spirit

THEATRE Noël Coward's classic drawing-room comedy about a London house haunting, directed by Grey White; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330. Event Title: Blithe Spirit. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Playcrafters Barn Theatre. For more info visit playcrafters.com.

Lewis Knudsen

MUSIC Concerts the singer/songwriter presents his indie-soul-folk-blues-stew; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons. Sunday, November 2, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bishop Hill Creative Commons. For more info visit www.xroadscc.org.

Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Monday, November 3, 2025. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Power Up with Reading Celebration

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 9; celebrate Children's Book Week with Dog Man & Friends; supa fun games and crafts will be available in the Children's Department throughout the week; while you are in, stop by the children's desk to enter for a chance to win one of seven Dav Pilkey books we will be giving away; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Power Up with Reading Celebration. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, November 3, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

KIDS' STUFF Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup; join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, November 3, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Pre-K Prep Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Monday, November 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Tales for Tots

KIDS' STUFF on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Monday, November 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Little Movers Storytime

KIDS' STUFF Mondays at 8:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup; join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Monday, November 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Floor of the Forest

DANCE Performances in the University of Iowa's Visual Arts Building / Lasansky Atrium; first performed in 1970 in downtown New York City by Trisha Brown and Carmen Beuchat, Floor of the Forest is danced upon a sculptural steel frame holding up a web of ropes that have been threaded with colorful used clothing; climbing onto the apparatus, two dancers weave their way across the structure by putting on and then taking off the clothing, occasionally pausing to allow gravity to pull their bodies toward the floor while the clothing acts as a cocoon or hammock; Floor of the Forest will be staged by Tony Orrico, University of Iowa assistant professor of dance and sculpture/intermedia; Sat.-Fri. noon-3pm; for information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: Floor of the Forest. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Monday, November 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

David & Goliath: underdogs, misfits, and the art of battling giants

LITERARY ARTS a discussion of Malcolm Gladwell's book with the Alpha Book Club; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: David & Goliath: underdogs, misfits, and the art of battling giants. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Monday, November 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Wizarding Club

KIDS' STUFF ages 7-11 join us to celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will vary, but include trivia, crafts, snacks, and spells; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Wizarding Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

QCMade: Hansaloy

LECTURES sliced bread was invented in Davenport, Iowa in 1912; Hansaloy, a Davenport-based company, is the world’s leader in bread and bun slicing for the baking industry; the president of Hansaloy will showcase historical artifacts and tell us the story of his company and Davenport’s valuable contribution to humanity; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: QCMade: Hansaloy. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Visiting Writer Tatiana Schlote-Bonne

LITERARY ARTS held in the Van Etten-Lacey House; Tatiana Schlote-Bonne, author of the young adult horror novels “Such Lovely Skin” and “The Mean Ones,” will read from her work; free. Event Title: Visiting Writer Tatiana Schlote-Bonne. Venue: Cornell College. Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Cornell College. For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu.

Bartees Strange - Tanner Dane (6pm)

MUSIC Concerts solo concert with the English-born, Maryland-based indie rocker, featuring a set by Tanner Dane; $26.45. Venue: Raccoon Motel. Monday, November 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Raccoon Motel. For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.

Open Season

LITERARY ARTS a discussion of C.J. Box's novel with the Adult Book Club; join us for snacks and conversation, copies of the book available at the front desk; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Open Season. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Monday, November 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Come Sail Away

MUSIC Concerts featuring the Dubuque Community String Orchestra with UD’s String Ensemble, “Come Sail Away” will perform music from Russia, Scotland, Italy, Greece, and more; the concert will be conducted by Tracey Rush, MM, adjunct instructor of music at UD and founder of the Dubuque Community String Orchestra; free, no tickets required; for information, call 563-589-3267. Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center. Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center. For more info visit www.dbq.edu.

Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Power Up with Reading Celebration

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 9; celebrate Children's Book Week with Dog Man & Friends; supa fun games and crafts will be available in the Children's Department throughout the week; while you are in, stop by the children's desk to enter for a chance to win one of seven Dav Pilkey books we will be giving away; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Power Up with Reading Celebration. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Toddler Tales @ Watts Midtown

KIDS' STUFF on Tuesdays; 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; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Floor of the Forest

DANCE Performances in the University of Iowa's Visual Arts Building / Lasansky Atrium; first performed in 1970 in downtown New York City by Trisha Brown and Carmen Beuchat, Floor of the Forest is danced upon a sculptural steel frame holding up a web of ropes that have been threaded with colorful used clothing; climbing onto the apparatus, two dancers weave their way across the structure by putting on and then taking off the clothing, occasionally pausing to allow gravity to pull their bodies toward the floor while the clothing acts as a cocoon or hammock; Floor of the Forest will be staged by Tony Orrico, University of Iowa assistant professor of dance and sculpture/intermedia; Sat.-Fri. noon-3pm; for information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: Floor of the Forest. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

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, November 4, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown

KIDS' STUFF on Tuesdays; fun activities and crafts for grades K-6; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Girls Who Code

KIDS' STUFF on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. 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, November 4, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

In Plain Site: Trisha Brown Dance Company

DANCE Performances for this site-specific program, selections from the repertory are restaged in a dynamic relationship to their setting, expanding and amplifying Brown’s affinity for naturalizing movement to the physical environment; free, with tickets required; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: In Plain Site: Trisha Brown Dance Company. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

Paws to Read with QCCAN

KIDS' STUFF boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified dogs of QCCAN; these furry friends are great listeners and provide calm reassurance to kids looking to build their skills; books will be in the room for you to pick from or you can bring your favorite from home; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Paws to Read with QCCAN. Venue: Moline Public Library. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack

KIDS' STUFF an evening Storytime unlike any other by the one and only retired school librarian, Mr. Haack; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Teen Tuesday: Crochet Basics

KIDS' STUFF recommended for ages 12-17; if you have ever been interested in learning how to crochet pop on over to the library as we will be learning the basics of crochet and making a wash cloth for you to take home; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393. Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Crochet Basics. Venue: Silvis Public Library. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Silvis Public Library. For more info visit silvislibrary.org.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

KIDS' STUFF TAB Members volunteer, organize and 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, November 4, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Open Mic Jam

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Power Up with Reading Celebration

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 9; celebrate Children's Book Week with Dog Man & Friends; supa fun games and crafts will be available in the Children's Department throughout the week; while you are in, stop by the children's desk to enter for a chance to win one of seven Dav Pilkey books we will be giving away; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Power Up with Reading Celebration. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Pause and Refresh: Catching a Breath

LECTURES led by Dr. Patricia Shea; take this time just for you; relax, refresh, and get in touch with yourself physically, emotionally, and spiritually; $40; for information, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092. Event Title: Pause and Refresh: Catching a Breath. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat. For more info visit chmiowa.org.

Preschool Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Walkers & Wigglers Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Toddler Playgroup

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

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, November 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Floor of the Forest

DANCE Performances in the University of Iowa's Visual Arts Building / Lasansky Atrium; first performed in 1970 in downtown New York City by Trisha Brown and Carmen Beuchat, Floor of the Forest is danced upon a sculptural steel frame holding up a web of ropes that have been threaded with colorful used clothing; climbing onto the apparatus, two dancers weave their way across the structure by putting on and then taking off the clothing, occasionally pausing to allow gravity to pull their bodies toward the floor while the clothing acts as a cocoon or hammock; Floor of the Forest will be staged by Tony Orrico, University of Iowa assistant professor of dance and sculpture/intermedia; Sat.-Fri. noon-3pm; for information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: Floor of the Forest. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

American Mirror The Life & Work of Norman Rockwell

LITERARY ARTS 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: American Mirror The Life & Work of Norman Rockwell. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.

The Night Life Band (2pm)

LIVE MUSIC country music and dancing; $7/person. Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.

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, November 5, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

After School Kids Lab: Salt Dough Fossils

KIDS' STUFF make your own salt dough fossils free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Salt Dough Fossils. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Plug & Play

KIDS' STUFF on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 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; 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. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. KWQC TV6. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Lego Explorers

KIDS' STUFF follow along with the story and complete building challenges to find out what happens next; all creations are put up on our Lego Display shelf for the month; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov. Event Title: Lego Explorers. Venue: LeClaire Community Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

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, November 5, 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, November 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Wake Brewing Company. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Sew Fun!: Hedgehog Pincushions

KIDS' STUFF for ages 8-12; ll materials for this program will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Sew Fun!: Hedgehog Pincushions. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

In Plain Site: Trisha Brown Dance Company

DANCE Performances held in the Visual Arts Building; for this site-specific program, selections from the repertory are restaged in a dynamic relationship to their setting, expanding and amplifying Brown’s affinity for naturalizing movement to the physical environment; free, with tickets required; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: In Plain Site: Trisha Brown Dance Company. Venue: University of Iowa. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. University of Iowa. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

LITERARY ARTS a discussion of Douglas Adams' book with the Science Fiction Book Club; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Venue: Moline Public Library. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Ada Lea (6pm)

MUSIC Concerts concert with the Canadian indie rock musician and visual artist from Montreal; $15.88. Venue: Raccoon Motel. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Raccoon Motel. For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.

Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

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, November 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Rez Ball

LITERARY ARTS discussion of Byron Graves' 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: Rez Ball. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson

LIVE MUSIC Venue: Whiskey Stop. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Whiskey Stop. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas

THEATRE stage musical based on the beloved Bing Crosby holiday classic; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 11/5 and 11/6: 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; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2. Event Title: Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Dinosaurs Take Over the Library!

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 6; your dino toys and stuffies will spend a couple of weeks hanging out with library staff as we process books, answer phones, lead storytimes, and more; your dino will even write you a postcard letting you know about all the fun stuff they are doing (and how many books they have devoured); drop off your dino at a Davenport Public Library location between November 1st and November 6th and expect to spend a few minutes filling out paperwork so we can keep your dino safe and secure during their time with us; Dinos will then be available for pickup from your chosen library location between November 29th and December 4th; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Dinosaurs Take Over the Library! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025. Davenport Public Library - Main Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Power Up with Reading Celebration

KIDS' STUFF thru Nov. 9; celebrate Children's Book Week with Dog Man & Friends; supa fun games and crafts will be available in the Children's Department throughout the week; while you are in, stop by the children's desk to enter for a chance to win one of seven Dav Pilkey books we will be giving away; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Power Up with Reading Celebration. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Music & Movement

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; we'll be singing and dancing and exploring other musical activities with playtime after; free; for information, call 309-524-2440. Event Title: Music & MOvement. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Lapsit Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Preschool Storytime

KIDS' STUFF on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

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, November 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.

Floor of the Forest

DANCE Performances in the University of Iowa's Visual Arts Building / Lasansky Atrium; first performed in 1970 in downtown New York City by Trisha Brown and Carmen Beuchat, Floor of the Forest is danced upon a sculptural steel frame holding up a web of ropes that have been threaded with colorful used clothing; climbing onto the apparatus, two dancers weave their way across the structure by putting on and then taking off the clothing, occasionally pausing to allow gravity to pull their bodies toward the floor while the clothing acts as a cocoon or hammock; Floor of the Forest will be staged by Tony Orrico, University of Iowa assistant professor of dance and sculpture/intermedia; Sat.-Fri. noon-3pm; for information, call 319-335-1160. Event Title: Floor of the Forest. Venue: Hancher Auditorium. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Hancher Auditorium. For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.

StoryDance: Move and Groove with Books!

KIDS' STUFF ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, music, and creative movement; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: StoryDance: Move and Groove with Books! Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Death and the Poet

LECTURES presented by Rebecca Wee, professor of English and Quad Cities poet laureate emerita; this year’s Frieze Lectures will consider subjects related to death, dying and mortality through four distinct lenses: anthropology, art, poetry, and psychology; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Death and the Poet. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; fun activities and crafts every week for grades K-6; free; for information, call 309-732-7323. Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch. For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

Teen Role Playing

KIDS' STUFF on Thursdays; teens enjoy their favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

D&D Roleplay Club

KIDS' STUFF grab your dice and join us for the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign where all new players are 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. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. LeClaire Community Library. For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov.

Fan Club: Studio Ghibli Edition

KIDS' STUFF share your fandom love for all things Studio Ghibli and make new friends; free; for information, call 563-344-4175. Event Title: Fan Club: Studio Ghibli Edition. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Q&A and Reception for Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events held in conjunction with the exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444. Event Title: Q&A and Reception for Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University. For more info visit sau.edu.

Monster Society Presents: The Loch Ness Monster

KIDS' STUFF for ages 8-12; 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; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Monster Society Presents: The Loch Ness Monster. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Rams Riverhouse. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

Teen Henna

KIDS' STUFF learn about the history, cultural significance and application techniques of henna from local artist Ranjani Gopikrishna; classes offer hands-on instruction in the traditional art of applying henna designs to the skin; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Teen Henna. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Denny O's.

Family Storytime: Leaves and the Tree Life Cycle

KIDS' STUFF recommended for ages 6-11; we’ll explore the science behind the changing colors as well as the life cycle of trees this week at the library; limited to the first 20 participants; Silvis Library card is not required; registration is not required; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393. Event Title: Family Storytime: Leaves and the Tree Life Cycle. Venue: Silvis Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Silvis Public Library. For more info visit silvislibrary.org.

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, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Bettendorf Public Library. For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.

Starry Night Storytime

KIDS' STUFF picture books, rhymes and a little bit of playtime just before bed; this event is for children age 3 and up with their families; free; for information, call 309-524-2470. Event Title: Starry Night Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Moline Public Library. For more info visit molinelibrary.com.

Native American Heritage Perspective

LECTURES an evening of singing, drumming, and historical storytelling; Larry Lockwood, a member of the Northern Cheyenne Nation, will present stories and talk about Native American culture; Lockwood is a member of the Native American Coalition of the Quad Cities; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: Native American Heritage Perspective. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Neva Dinova - Ryan Davis & the Roadhouse Band (6pm)

MUSIC Concerts concert with the indie rockers from Omaha, Nebraska, featuring a set by Ryan Davis & The Roadhouse Band; $19.84. Venue: Raccoon Motel. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Raccoon Motel. For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.

Figge After Dark

VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events discover the nefarious secrets and surprises lurking behind the artworks on view in this tour; 5pm bar open and food available (cards only), 6pm program; for information, call 563-326-7804. Event Title: Figge After Dark. Venue: Figge Art Museum. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Figge Art Museum. For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

Pat Foley (6:30pm)

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Pat Foley (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill​​. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill. For more info visit www.facebook.com.

It Found Us

KIDS' STUFF a discussion of Lindsay Currie's book with the Big/Little Book Club, a book club for Littles (kids in 3rd-5th grade) and their Bigs (adults or older siblings) to read together; we will discuss the book and do some book-related crafts and activities; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: It Found Us. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

The Duchess Deal

LITERARY ARTS discussion of Tessa Dare's book with the Book Lovers book club featuring a variety of romance novels; free; for information, call 563-326-7832. Event Title: The Duchess Deal. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM. Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch. For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.

Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton

LIVE MUSIC Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.

Common Man

MUSIC Concerts Common Man is the explosive indie-pop duo that defies expectations and captures hearts. Compton & Meredith, the husband and wife behind the magic, craft entrancing stories and harmonies that resonate deeply; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Bishop Hill Creative Commons. For more info visit www.xroadscc.org.

Eureka Day

THEATRE Jonathan Spector's Tony-winning comedy about a mumps outbreak and vaccination skeptics, directed by Kathleen Johnson; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099. Event Title: Eureka Day. Venue: Riverside Theatre. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Riverside Theatre. For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.

Irving Berlin's White Christmas

THEATRE stage musical based on the beloved Bing Crosby holiday classic; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 11/5 and 11/6: 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; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2. Event Title: Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM. Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. For more info visit www.circa21.com.

Of Mice & Men

THEATRE the University of Dubuque's Department of Fine and Performing Arts presents John Steinbeck's Great Depression classic, directed by Joe Klinebriel; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $5-10; for information and tickets, call 563-585-7469. Event Title: Of Mice & Men. Venue: University of Dubuque Babka Theatre. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM. University of Dubuque Babka Theatre. For more info visit heritagecenter.vbotickets.com.