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, September 8, 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, September 8, 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, September 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Red Wind
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Raymond Chandler's short story with the Short and Sweets book club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Red Wind. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Homeschool Creator Club
KIDS' STUFF
join us for art and science adventures; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool Creator Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
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, September 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. The Mighty Red
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Louise Erdrich's book with the Alpha Book Club; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: The Mighty Red. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Mending Monday
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
drop in with any and all projects that need repairing and use our sewing machines and supplies; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Mending Monday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids Craft Series
KIDS' STUFF
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Dungeon Delvers
KIDS' STUFF
a new level of our Dungeons and Dragons program for 6th - 8th graders; this program is perfect for anyone who's ever wanted to try their hand at playing dungeons and dragons, or even running their own game with friends; if you're an established player, feel free to bring your own materials to our sessions, otherwise all other materials will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Dungeon Delvers. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Gray Wolf Band (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Rockin' the River Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors on site; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Rules of Civility
LITERARY ARTS
join us for books, snacks, and conversation on Amor Towles' book with the Adult Book Club; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Rules of Civility. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Exhibition Reception for In Search of Color: Tom Yunt
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
explore a bold interplay of hue and texture, held in conjunction with the evening's performance by the Red Hot Chili Pipers; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Exhibition Reception for In Search of Color: Tom Yunt. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Ben Folds & A Piano Tour - Lindsay Kraft
MUSIC Concerts
widely regarded as a major music influencer of his generation, Folds is an Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter-composer who has created an enormous body of work; $25-90; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. The Red Hot Chilli Pipers
MUSIC Concerts
a nine-piece ensemble consisting of pipers, guitarists, keyboardists, and drummers who have been rocking the world from New York to Beijing to Melbourne and everywhere in between with musicianship of the highest order and a passion for pipes that will leave you breathless; $40-45; for information and tickets, call 563-585-7469.
Venue: John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
John & Alice Butler Hall - University of Dubuque Heritage Center.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Bobcat Was Abducted by Aliens
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Bobcat Was Abducted by Aliens. Venue: Gabe's.
Monday, September 8, 2025, 10:00 PM – Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 1:00 AM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.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, September 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
Tue. & Fri.; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Food Budgeting Made Easy
LECTURES
an event in the Healthy Cents series; we will focus on our food expenses and talk about how realistic our budget is or can be; we will also discuss the strategies we can use to manage our budgets for what we need; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Food Budgeting Made Easy. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Lantern Making: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
KIDS' STUFF
we will making lanterns for the Rock Island Lantern Parade which is on September 10 at Hodge Park; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Lantern Making: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, September 9, 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, September 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. 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 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Paws to Read with QCCAN. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Storytime with the Author: JD Collins
KIDS' STUFF
local author Miss JD Collins shares her book “Can I Sheep with You?” helping kids navigate bedtime; there will be copies of the book for sale and a cotton ball sheep craft to take home; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime with the Author: JD Collins. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Tuesday: T.A.B.
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for ages 12-17; join us to chat about all the inner workings of our library and give your input on events, books, and many other opportunities; 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: T.A.B. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Brat (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the metal rockers from New Orleans; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Lyle Beaver & the Brass Notes (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the Tunes in Town summer series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available.
Venue: Downtown DeWitt.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown DeWitt.
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, September 9, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The Boston Girl
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Anita Diamant's book with the West End Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Boston Girl. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Music on the Rocks: Jambrella Open Jam w/ Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: Music on the Rocks: Jambrella Open Jam w/ Jim & Leigh Acoustic Duo. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:55 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Chosen and the Beautiful
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Nghi Vo's book with the Get Lit discussion group; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: The Chosen and the Beautiful. Venue: Adventurous Brewing.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Adventurous Brewing.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Shakespeared!
COMEDY
ComedySportz presents an improvised "lost play" of the Bard's with suggestions provided by the audience.
Event Title: Shakespeared! Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 9:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit comedysportzqc.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.
Wednesday, September 10, 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, September 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. IDES: How to Apply for State Jobs
LECTURES
the state of Illinois has fulfilling career opportunities in a variety of public service sectors; come check out our current openings and see how to create a career profile for easy ongoing applications; please bring copies of your resume; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Crafting Your Own Obituary. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Seed Starting 101
LECTURES
an event in the "Leaf it to the Library: Learning Sessions with a Plant Expert" series; join Illinois Extension horticulture educator Emily Swihart for a fun and informative gardening series that will be held at various libraries across our service area.
Event Title: Seed Starting 101. Venue: Edwards River Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Edwards River Public Library.
For more info visit extension.illinois.edu. 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, September 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Container Gardening Made Easy
LECTURES
an event in the "Leaf it to the Library: Learning Sessions with a Plant Expert" series; join Illinois Extension horticulture educator Emily Swihart for a fun and informative gardening series that will be held at various libraries across our service area.
Event Title: Container Gardening Made Easy. Venue: Edwards River Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Edwards River Public Library.
For more info visit extension.illinois.edu. First Chapter Book Club
KIDS' STUFF
for ages 8-12; we want to encourage exploring new books without any pressure to finish; each month we will read aloud the first chapter, or maybe two if they are really short, of a book; ater which there will copies of the book to be checked out if you want to finish the tale; there will also be an activity to do if you want to stay and talk about the book; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: First Chapter Book Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 1950-1975: The Army in Korea and Vietnam
LECTURES
this lecture series is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the creation of the United States Army in 1775; all talks in this series are presented by the staff of Army Sustainment Command's History Office, based on the Rock Island Arsenal; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: 1950-1975: The Army in Korea and Vietnam. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
LECTURES
on Wednesdays; receive one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. After School Kids Lab: Fingerprint Analysis
KIDS' STUFF
put your detective skills to the test and learn about fingerprint analysis free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Fingerprint Analysis. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 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, September 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series: Window Clings!
KIDS' STUFF
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Window Clings! Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
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, September 10, 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, September 10, 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, September 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fandom Club: Collage Boards
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for ages 12-17; dive into the world of collage and create your own collage board; whether it’s about your goals, nature, or that character you really really like, come create with us; 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: Fandom Club: Collage Boards. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. 1949 – 1975: The Army in East Asia
LECTURES
presentation in the Rock Island Arsenal Lecture Series: 250 Years of the US Army; all talks in this series are presented by a member of Army Sustainment Command's Office of the Historian, based on the Arsenal; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: 1949 – 1975: The Army in East Asia. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Ready Player One
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Ernest Cline's novel with the Science Fiction Book Club; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Ready Player One. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Gooseberry (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Brooklyn-based alternative and indie rockers; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Angela Meyer
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer. Venue: UP Skybar & Lounge.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
UP Skybar & Lounge.
Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Bonnie Raitt - Jimmie Vaughan & the Tilt-A-Whirl Band
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Grammy-winning, multi-platinum-selling country superstar, featuring guest musicians Jimmie Vaughan & the Tilt-A-Whirl Band; $69-133; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Leo Kottke
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the acoustic guitarist known for a fingerpicking style that draws on blues, jazz, and folk music; $20-55; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.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, September 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Jerry Cantrell - Sparta
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the singer, guitarist, and songwriter best known as the co-lead vocalist, founder, and lead guitarist for the grunge band Alice in Chains on his "I Want Blood" tour, featuring a set by Sparta; $55-111.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Music & Motion
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: First Chapter Book Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, September 11, 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, September 11, 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, September 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Beginning Genealogy: In the Beginning
LECTURES
this class will introduce you to how you can start making genealogical discoveries in your own family; featuring an hour of content, with opportunities to ask questions of your instructors and share your findings with fellow explorers; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Beginning Genealogy: In the Beginning. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Lego Board Games: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest
KIDS' STUFF
we will playing with Legos and a Lego themed board game created by the talented Ms. Ranell.; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Lego Board Games: Elementary After School Activity @ Southwest. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, September 11, 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; enjoy our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Teacher Appreciation Open House
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
teachers may explore the museum's galleries and education resources, and enjoy complimentary refreshments, door prizes, and activities; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Teacher Appreciation Open House. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. English Language Learners Conversation Club
KIDS' STUFF
English language learners and ESL students of all ages can chat with volunteers to practice English in a relaxed, real-world environment; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: English Language Learners Conversation Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Doug Brundies (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
with Schaab's Street Eats food truck.
Event Title: Doug Brundies (6pm). Venue: Jimmie O's Saloon.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jimmie O's Saloon.
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, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Creativity Lab: Bubble Art Bookmarks
KIDS' STUFF
use bubbles to paint your own bookmarks; keep one for yourself and gift one to a friend or family member; all craft supplies will be provided; for kids kindergarten through fifth grade and their families; younger children are welcome but require an adult to be with them at all times; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Creativity Lab: Bubble Art Bookmarks. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Family Storytime: Silly School
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for ages 6-11; grab your backpack, pencils, and maybe a joke or two as we head off to silly school; join us for a laugh filled story time all about school and learning; 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: Silly School. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Birds, Floods, & Global Discoveries: A Special Evening with Jon Stravers
LECTURES
held in the Library Room; join legendary ornithologist and musician Jon Stravers, affectionately known as “Hawk Daddy," for an evening of bird science, storytelling, and song; with 40 years of research on Red-shouldered Hawks and Cerulean Warblers, work that helped designate parts of northeast Iowa as Globally Important Bird Areas, Jon weaves ecological insight with music and humor; highlights include: Red-shouldered Hawk nesting collapse along the Mississippi; Cerulean Warbler discoveries and global conservation impact; and Bird photography from Costa Rica, Baffin Island & New Mexico; free, accessible entry available with advance notice; for information, e-mail QCAudubon@gmail.com.
Event Title: Birds, Floods, & Global Discoveries: A Special Evening with Jon Stravers. Venue: Butterworth Center.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Butterworth Center.
For more info visit quadcityaudubon.org. Unusual Jobs: Meet a Licensed Midwife
LECTURES
meet Licensed Midwife Rebecca Greene and dive into this unusual occupation; learn about her career providing prenatal, birth, and postpartum care outside of the hospital setting; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Unusual Jobs: Meet a Licensed Midwife. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Carrellee (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the electronic synth-pop singer/songwriter; $13.22.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. The Swampland Jewels (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the 2025 Maquoketa Summer Concert Series; with 5:30pm food trucks; treats for a freewill donation to one of our sponsors; family-friendly' bring lawn chairs. (seating/standing will be on pavement in Main Street and its sidewalks); free.
Venue: Downtown Maquoketa.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Downtown Maquoketa.
For more info visit www.musicmaq.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.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Jerm Theory - Zach Pietrini (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the inaugural Sounds of the Village summer-concert series; bring lawn chairs and blankets; bring your own food and drinks.
Venue: College Square Park.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
College Square Park.
For more info visit www.cambridgeil.org. For Those About to Yacht
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Thursday Night Groove Concert Series; concessions and food starting at 5pm.
Venue: Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Schwiebert Riverfront Park.
The Marcus King Band
MUSIC Concerts
the Grammy nominee brings his Southern rock/blues band from South Carolina on their "The Darling Blue Tour (Pt. 1)"; $45-118.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com. Aaron Tippin - Tyson Schulte
MUSIC Concerts
Tippin’s nine studio albums have charted more than 30 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including three Number Ones, featuring a set by Tyson Schulte; $49.72-67.40; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.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.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Zoh Amba Sun Ensemble - Randall Hall
MUSIC Concerts
Sun is the new project by Zoh Amba with pianist Lex Korten and percussionist Miguel Marcel Russell, featuring a set by saxophonist, composer and improvisor Hall; $10-15, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Banda 30/30
MUSIC Concerts
an event in Mercado on Fifth's Summer Concert series; free.
Venue: Mercado on Fifth.
Friday, September 12, 2025.
Mercado on Fifth.
For more info visit www.mercadoonfifth.org. 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, September 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
Tue. & Fri.; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Backyard Bird Puppets with Carole D’Agostino
THEATRE
combine your love of nature with puppetry in a fun relaxing workshop where we will create our own backyard bird puppets; we will look at how marionettes, rod puppets and shadow puppets move and then explore how to create our own; using paper, basic office supplies and color, Carole D’Agostino shows you how to turn a beautiful drawing into a 3D character you can move, enjoy, and share; $10; for information, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Event Title: Backyard Bird Puppets with Carole D’Agostino. Venue: Brick Street Gallery.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Brick Street Gallery.
For more info visit owlglass.org. Needle Felting at Owl Glass Puppetry Center
THEATRE
combine your love of nature with puppetry in a fun relaxing workshop where we will create our own backyard bird puppets; we will look at how marionettes, rod puppets and shadow puppets move and then explore how to create our own; using paper, basic office supplies and color, Carole D’Agostino shows you how to turn a beautiful drawing into a 3D character you can move, enjoy, and share; $10; for information, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Event Title: Needle Felting at Owl Glass Puppetry Center. Venue: Owl Glass Puppetry Center.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Owl Glass Puppetry Center.
For more info visit owlglass.org. Popsicle Puppet Sprouts for West Liberty Kids
KIDS' STUFF
jJoin Liz Joyce of A Couple of Puppets / Goat on a Boat Puppet Theater (Sag Harbor, NY) in making fun and colorful Sprout puppets at the library; free; for information, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Event Title: Popsicle Puppet Sprouts for West Liberty Kids. Venue: West Liberty Public Library.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
West Liberty Public Library.
For more info visit owlglass.org. Storytime with Therapy Dogs
KIDS' STUFF
join us in welcoming back some furry Storytime guests from Legacy Therapy Dogs; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Storytime with Therapy Dogs. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Q&A & Reception for Made of Motion: Paintings by Melanie Brown
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Q&A & Reception for Made of Motion: Paintings by Melanie Brown. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Ficke Collection Member Preview
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
Figge members are invited to an exclusive behind-the-scenes preview of "100 Years of Collecting," featuring rarely seen works from the Ficke Collection and other highlights from the museum’s vast holdings; enjoy complimentary refreshments by Fig & Willow and a cash bar; 5pm Light Bites by Fig & Willow and cash bar (cards only), 6pm remarks by exhibition curator Joshua Johnson; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Ficke Collection Member Preview. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 3on the Tree (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3on the Tree (6pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Alicia Monee & Family (6:30pm)
MUSIC Concerts
a free performance in the 2025 Friday Night Concert Series.
Venue: Iowa City Ped Mall.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Iowa City Ped Mall.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Identity Crisis
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Identity Crisis. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rabbit Hole
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Central Bank Pavillion.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Central Bank Pavilion.
Rob & Gary of the Night People
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rob & Gary of the Night People. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Gangstagrass
MUSIC Concerts
the group is a multi-racial collective of musicians who demolish every preconception you have about country music and hip-hop music; these string pickers and MCs create a shared cultural space for dialogue and connection between folks that usually never intersect; $18-45; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Jason Carl Tom Petty Tribute
MUSIC Concerts
event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. Tropa Magica - Thimastr
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the band nspired by the songs and vibes of 90s East LA backyard quinceañeras, baptisms, family gatherings, and punk shows; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Puppet Slam
THEATRE
an opportunity to perform and watch short experimental and sometimes outrageous puppet vignettes geared toward teens and adults; Puppet Slams are frequently unpredictable, and members of the public are welcome to participate ;free; for information, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Event Title: Puppet Slam. Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
For more info visit owlglass.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.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Noah Reid - Sarah Grace White
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the award-winning Canadian folk musician and co-star of "Schitt's Creek," featuring a set by Sarah Grace White; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. 12 Angry Jurors
THEATRE
Circle’s Edge presents a site-specific production of Reginald Rose's famed jury-room drama; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Event Title: 12 Angry Jurors. Venue: Coralville City Hall.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Coralville City Hall.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Blithe Spirit
THEATRE
Noel Coward's classic drawing-room ghost comedy, directed by Bob Baskerville; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $20-37; for information, call 515-518-0658.
Event Title: Blithe Spirit. Venue: Tallgrass Theatre Company.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Tallgrass Theatre Company.
For more info visit tallgrasstheatre.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.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
THEATRE
the Tony-winning battle of wits and power dynamics, challenging our illusions about love, marriage, and the stories we cling to in order to survive, directed by Adam Knight; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org. Murder on the Nile
THEATRE
Agatha Christie's stage adaptation of her mystery novel "Death on the Nile," directed by Karen Riffey; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: Murder on the Nile. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit playcrafters.com. The Bridges of Madison County
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical romance based on the Robert James Waller bestseller; scheduled 2 & 7:30pm performances Wed.-Sun.; $34-54; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: The Bridges of Madison County. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Dulcé Sloan (7:30 & 9:30pm)
COMEDY
winner of an Emmy Award and two NAACP Image Awards, Sloan spent seven years as a contributor to The Daily Show, and her Comedy Central Presents special was included in the New York Times’ “Best Comedy of 2019” roundup; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Event Title: Dulcé Sloan (7:30 & 9:30pm). Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Levi Craft
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Levi Craft. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The BPM Band
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: The BPM Band. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. The Nightcaps Present: Improvmania
COMEDY
four talented improvisers take to the stage to battle it out for chance to become the Nightcaps Improv Champion; $10-12; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Event Title: The Nightcaps Present: Improvmania. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Krista Lynn Meadow
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Krista Lynn Meadow. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 8:30 PM – Saturday, September 13, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Emo Nite
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Emo Nite. Venue: Gabe's.
Friday, September 12, 2025, 9:00 PM – Saturday, September 13, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kids Halloween Costume Swap
KIDS' STUFF
on Saturdays; donate a gently used children’s Halloween costume or come take a look through ours and take one home; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Kids Halloween Costume Swap. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Widen Your Spaces (Change?? Change?? Who, Me?)
LECTURES
led by Dr. Jim Marchionda; take a deeper dive into the promise of the scriptures; $40; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Widen Your Spaces (Change?? Change?? Who, Me?). Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Those Opulent Days
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Jacquie Pham's book with the Mystery Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Those Opulent Days. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. 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, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pokémon Club
KIDS' STUFF
an opportunity for Pokémon enthusiasts (ages 6-12) to battle, share, and play with each other; we’ll also discuss how to build and care for your collection; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. West Liberty Children's Festival
KIDS' STUFF
10:00: EULENSPIEGEL : APPLESEED!
11:00: BLAQUEBERRY PUPPETS: THE GIRL AND THE BIG BEAR
12:00: CAROLE D’AGOSTINO: THE TINY BIRD SHOW
1:00: CORCORAN PUPPETS: THE THREE LITTLE PIGS
2:00: LIZ JOYCE, A COUPLE OF PUPPETS: THE DOUBTFUL SPROUT
Here’s the schedule for the street:
10:00-3:00:
Craft activities
Easel Painting
Kalimbaman & the Yahoo Drummers
Mexican Market
Food Vendors
Bluebird, The Bird Man, Juggler
11:00-3:00:
Bubbles
Face Painting
Mikayla Oz, Magician
Balloon artists
For information, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail monica@puppetspuppets.com.
Event Title: West Liberty Children's Festival. Venue: Ron-de-Voo Park.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Ron-de-Voo Park.
For more info visit owlglass.org. Pollinator Patrol
LECTURES
learn the importance of bees for pollination, how to identify them, and how to help them; classes will take place in the Niabi Zoo Discovery Center’s Conservation Classroom as well as on Zoo grounds; we will be going on a prairie hike so please be sure to dress accordingly; $15-22; for information, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Pollinator Patrol. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Works Cited
LECTURES
this month's topic: "The Day the Music Died." Atlantic Monthly, 335(6), 46–59; discuss scholarly topics and current events in a comfortable coffee shop atmosphere; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: DIY Sauerkraut. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Second Saturdays at the Figge
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation; these days will highlight the museum's comprehensive art education programming, such as exhibition tours, make-and-take art activities, performances, wellness activities, and more; guiding the art education programming for each second Saturday at the Figge will be a unique theme that infuses the day with distinct energy; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Second Saturdays at the Figge. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Parenting Class with EVERYCHILD
LECTURES
join an informal informational, discussion time brought by EVERYCHILD to learn about Managing Family Stress; parents will gain an understanding of stress and its causes in ourselves and in our kids, and positive ways to deal with stress; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Parenting Class with EVERYCHILD. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.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, September 13, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Hispanic Heritage Festival Kids Zone
KIDS' STUFF
join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, and Silvis’ vibrant Hispanic community, with a citywide festival hosted by Silvis Main Street and the City of Silvis; the Silvis Public Library will be at the park’s pavilion hosting kids zone; there will be face painting with Balloonatix, yard games, and goody bags and crafts limited to the first 200 kids; sponsored by the Friends of the Silvis Library; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Hispanic Heritage Festival Kids Zone. Venue: Downtown Silvis.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Downtown Silvis.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. OWLT & About: Fejervary Family Fun Day
KIDS' STUFF
cool off in the shade of our awning, check out books, learn about Davenport Public Library services, and so much more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT & About: Fejervary Family Fun Day. Venue: Fejervary Learning Center.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Fejervary Learning Center.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Anime Day @ the Figge Art Museum
KIDS' STUFF
an afternoon of manga, anime, Japanese culture, and art; we will be giving out prizes for cosplay, art, gaming, and more; you can bring your best drawing with you or draw while at the event; registration required and limited to 100 attendees; additional registration will be required if you are interested in participating in the Super Smash Bros gaming tournament or the art workshop; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Anime Day @ the Figge Art Museum. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Anime Day: Super Smash Bros Gaming Tournament
KIDS' STUFF
held in the auditorium; for teens (ages 11-19) who have already registered for Teen Anime Day; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Anime Day: Super Smash Bros Gaming Tournament. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Anime Day: Art Workshop
KIDS' STUFF
an interactive art workshop by a special guest artist; for teens (ages 11-19) who have already registered for Teen Anime Day; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Anime Day: Art Workshop. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: Reading Estate Inventories and Sale Bills
LECTURES
we will learn about reading estate inventories and sale bills; deciphering old handwriting, antique letter forms and sloppy writing: dealing with creative and phonetic spelling; understanding old terms and object names which are no longer in use; and finding genealogy hints from the names appearing in these records; these hidden gems of genealogy information will be demystified in this presentation by Mike Thomas; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society: Reading Estate Inventories and Sale Bills. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Burn N’ Bush (1:30pm) - Poison & Motley Crue Tribute Concert (7pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Burn N’ Bush (1:30pm) - Poison & Motley Crue Tribute Concert (7pm). Venue: Psycho Silo Saloon.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 1:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Psycho Silo Saloon.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tet: The Most Important Celebration in Vietnam
LECTURES
learn about Vietnam's biggest and most popular festival of the year with CultureALL Ambassador Vinh Nguyen free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tet: The Most Important Celebration in Vietnam. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Rescue Rocks Pet Rescue Music Festival: Identity Crisis (2pm) - Class of '82 (4pm) - Dirt Road Rockers (6pm) - Funktastic 5 (8pm)
MUSIC Concerts
this exciting event aims to raise funds and awareness for King’s Harvest Pet Rescue, a local organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming pets in need; an event in the free Rock the Wood summer concert series, we will be accepting donations throughout the day, which will go directly to King’s Harvest; for information, call 563-949-1000.
Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit thetangledwood.com. The Bridges of Madison County
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical romance based on the Robert James Waller bestseller; scheduled 2 & 7:30pm performances Wed.-Sun.; $34-54; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: The Bridges of Madison County. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Read to a Dog
KIDS' STUFF
QC CAN's Reading Assistance Dogs are specially trained, along with their handler, to provide the environment needed to help children improve their reading skills free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids Book Club
KIDS' STUFF
a club for kids to get together and discuss a book they read; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: English Language Learners Conversation Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Angela Meyer (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (4pm). Venue: Double Barrel Drinkery.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Double Barrel Drinkery.
IOWinds Alliance 2025 Woodwinds Festival (5pm)
MUSIC Concerts
the IOWinds Alliance 2025 Woodwind Festival is a day long event where music students in Grades 6-12 come together from across Iowa to work with master teachers on improving their performance skills, preparing for All-State auditions and college auditions, and learning new techniques on their instrument, all while having fun meeting students from other areas; chamber ensembles will be formed and practice together throughout the day to put on an engaging performance for the general public at the end of the Festival; winners from the Young Artist Competition will also perform on the final concert, showcasing some of the best young woodwind players in Iowa today; $10-20.
Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Press Record (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Press Record (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Toxic Blonde
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Toxic Blonde. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Kelsey Waldon - Grayson Jenkins
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the Nashville-based, country-music singer/songwriter, featuring a set by Grayson Jenkins; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Rick Lindy & the Jukebox Legends
MUSIC Concerts
the ensemble performs hits of the legends of the '50s and '60s such as Johnny Cash, Elvis, Roy Orbison, Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Dion & the Belmonts, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, and many more; $15-28; for information and tickets, call 563-652-9815.
Venue: Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Ohnward Fine Arts Center.
For more info visit ohnwardfineartscenter.com. ComedySportz Quad Cities
COMEDY
on Fridays and Saturdays; the Quad Cities' fast-paced, all-ages improvisational comedy show that uses audience suggestions in a highly competitive “game” between a red team and a blue team; the teams compete for the most laughs; there is no script or plan prior to each performance resulting in non-stop laughs for the players and audience; $15; for information, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: ComedySportz Quad Cities. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Joshua Sinclair
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Joshua Sinclair. Venue: Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Joshua Sinclair
MUSIC Concerts
an event in the summertime RailSide Concert Series; bring lawn chairs or blankets; food truck on site; free.
Venue: Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Pour Bros. Craft Taproom Moline.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Mamma Mania!: ABBA Tribute
MUSIC Concerts
the touring group pays homage to ABBA's legacy, celebrating the timeless melodies and uplifting lyrics that have charmed listeners for generations; $33.08-41.40; for information and tickets, call 309-342-2299.
Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. 12 Angry Jurors
THEATRE
Circle’s Edge presents a site-specific production of Reginald Rose's famed jury-room drama; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Event Title: 12 Angry Jurors. Venue: Coralville City Hall.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Coralville City Hall.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Blithe Spirit
THEATRE
Noel Coward's classic drawing-room ghost comedy, directed by Bob Baskerville; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $20-37; for information, call 515-518-0658.
Event Title: Blithe Spirit. Venue: Tallgrass Theatre Company.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Tallgrass Theatre Company.
For more info visit tallgrasstheatre.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.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
THEATRE
the Tony-winning battle of wits and power dynamics, challenging our illusions about love, marriage, and the stories we cling to in order to survive, directed by Adam Knight; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org. Murder on the Nile
THEATRE
Agatha Christie's stage adaptation of her mystery novel "Death on the Nile," directed by Karen Riffey; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: Murder on the Nile. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit playcrafters.com. The Bridges of Madison County
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical romance based on the Robert James Waller bestseller; scheduled 2 & 7:30pm performances Wed.-Sun.; $34-54; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: The Bridges of Madison County. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Angela Meyer (8pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (8pm). Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Code 415
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Code 415. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Harley Corin's.
Jake Simon
LIVE MUSIC
for information, call 309-865-2100.
Event Title: Jake Simon. Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Jim Ryan
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim Ryan. Venue: Jim's Knoxville Tap.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Jim's Knoxville Tap.
Rabbit Hole
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Rabbit Hole. Venue: Saucy's.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Saucy's.
Tony Hoeppner & Friends
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tony Hoeppner & Friends. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dueling Pianos
MUSIC Concerts
a wildly entertaining music and comedy experience that will have you singing, dancing, and laughing all night; $25.02-30.30.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com. Peretsky - Desert Liminal - Drowse
MUSIC Concerts
Peretsky is the vocal and multi-instrumental performance project of composer, educator, and writer Max Alper, featuring sets by Desert Liminal and Drowse; $10 at the door, cash only, all ages; for information, call 309-200-0978.
Venue: Rozz-Tox.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rozz-Tox.
For more info visit www.rozztox.com. Laugh Hard Challenge: Second Preliminary Round
COMEDY
30 of the best comics from across the Midwest will be performing in two prelim rounds with the top five from each prelim moving to the finals; $10-12; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Laugh Hard Challenge: Second Preliminary Round. Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit tickets.circa21.com. Totes McGotes
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Totes McGotes. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 8:30 PM – Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com. Virtual Event -- Nature Companionship Retreat: Out Your Front Door
LECTURES
led by Dr. Jeanette Banashak; learn how to build relationship, reciprocity, and eco-justice; $40; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Virtual Event -- Nature Companionship Retreat: Out Your Front Door. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit chmiowa.org. Gray Wolf Band (noon)
LIVE MUSIC
playing for the Belgium Fest.
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (noon). Venue: Stephens Park.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Stephens Park.
Angela Meyer (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (1pm). Venue: Old Oaks Winery.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Old Oaks Winery.
Joshua Sinclair (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Joshua Sinclair (2pm). Venue: Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Olathea Creek Vineyard and Winery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Levi & Coop (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Levi & Coop (2pm). Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Blithe Spirit
THEATRE
Noel Coward's classic drawing-room ghost comedy, directed by Bob Baskerville; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $20-37; for information, call 515-518-0658.
Event Title: Blithe Spirit. Venue: Tallgrass Theatre Company.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tallgrass Theatre Company.
For more info visit tallgrasstheatre.org. Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
THEATRE
the Tony-winning battle of wits and power dynamics, challenging our illusions about love, marriage, and the stories we cling to in order to survive, directed by Adam Knight; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org. The Bridges of Madison County
THEATRE
Tony-winning musical romance based on the Robert James Waller bestseller; scheduled 2 & 7:30pm performances Wed.-Sun.; $34-54; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: The Bridges of Madison County. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Buddy Olson (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Buddy Olson (3pm). Venue: Ducky's Lagoon.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Ducky's Lagoon.
Murder on the Nile
THEATRE
Agatha Christie's stage adaptation of her mystery novel "Death on the Nile," directed by Karen Riffey; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $16-18; for tickets and information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: Murder on the Nile. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 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.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. 12 Angry Jurors
THEATRE
Circle’s Edge presents a site-specific production of Reginald Rose's famed jury-room drama; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Event Title: 12 Angry Jurors. Venue: Coralville City Hall.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Coralville City Hall.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org. Here Come The Mummies - Lachy Doley - Platinum Moon
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the tightly wrapped rockers, featuring sets by Lachy Doley and Platinum Moon; $55.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Sunday, September 14, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.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, September 15, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series: Woven Bracelets
KIDS' STUFF
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series: Woven Bracelets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.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, September 15, 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, September 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. 2025 Milan Annual Golf Classic
SPORTS
register by Sept. 8; with the Milan Chamber of Commerce as title sponsor; this year a portion of the proceeds for the preferred-ball event will be donated to the Milan Christian Food Pantry; 8am registration, 10am shotgun start; heavy hors d'oeuvres and prizes to follow; $550/four-person team; for information, contact Chuck H. at 309-716-8144 or milanILchamber@gmail.com.
Event Title: 2025 Milan Annual Golf Classic. Venue: Pinnacle Country Club.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Pinnacle Country Club.
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, September 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Adult Knitting Circle
VISUAL ART Openings/Gallery Events
whether you are in the middle of a project or looking to start something new, this club is open to anyone who wants to work on a fiber arts project among fellow crafters; select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for use during the program; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Adult Knitting Circle. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Teen Book + Club: Cemetery Boys
KIDS' STUFF
let's read Aiden Thomas' book together and kick off the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pokémon Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Middle School Anime Club
KIDS' STUFF
watch anime, do a fun craft and talk with your fellow anime fans; with fun learning experiences and awesome anime recommendations to add to your watch list; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Middle School Anime Club. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Troy Rangel & Friends (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
event in the Rockin' the River Concert Series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors on site; free.
Venue: Harold's Landing.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Harold's Landing.
Job Searching with Brainfuse's JobNow
LECTURES
find curated resume resources, including templates, industry-specific samples, and expert coaching; whether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing resume, JobNow coaches are always available to help you present your best self to potential employers; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Job Searching with Brainfuse's JobNow. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Twisted Tales Presents "Old Time Fun in the QC"
LECTURES
Jeff Adamson's presentation will be a pictorial guide to the gone but not quite forgotten amusement parks, destinations, and events that kept Quad City residents of the past entertained (and the weekend trolleys running); free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Twisted Tales Presents "Old Time Fun in the QC". Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, September 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
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, September 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
Tue. & Fri.; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Your Mind Matters: Cultivating Self-Care & Resilience in a Busy World
LECTURES
this program equips participants with practical tools to prioritize self-care, manage stress, and build resilience; by understanding the various types of stress and their effects, exploring ways to strengthen emotional resilience, and identifying effective self-care strategies, participants will gain valuable information they can implement immediately; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Your Mind Matters: Cultivating Self-Care & Resilience in a Busy World. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Book 'Em Mystery Book Group
LITERARY ARTS
pick up a copy of our monthly selection at the Information Desk and start sleuthing today; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Book 'Em Mystery Book Group. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Play-Doh Day: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
KIDS' STUFF
we will making homemade Play-Doh to celebrate National Play-Doh Day; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Play-Doh Day: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, September 16, 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, September 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Wings of Fire: The Lost Heir
KIDS' STUFF
a discussion of Tui T. Sutherland's book with the Tween the Pages Middle Grade Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Wings of Fire: The Lost Heir. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.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, September 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Tuesday: True Crime
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for ages 12-17; join us as we explore different true crime cases throughout history; 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: True Crime. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. NAMI’s Family & Friends Program
LECTURES
held in the Strahan Bldg. Classroom 8; a seminar that provides practical skills and information to address concerns such as understanding mental health diagnoses, treatment and recovery, effective communication strategies, and crisis preparation strategies.
Event Title: NAMI’s Family & Friends Program. Venue: Muscatine Community College.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Muscatine Community College.
For more info visit www.namigmv.org. Jordan Danielsen Band (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
located at 6th Ave. & 11th St.; event in the Tunes in Town summer series; bring lawn chairs, food vendors available.
Venue: Downtown DeWitt.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Downtown DeWitt.
The Band Feel - The Thing with Feathers (6pm)
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the touring indie rockers, featuring a set by The Thing with Feathers; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Good Poems
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Garrison Keillor's book with the Midtown Readers Book Club; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Good Poems. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. The Price of Salt
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Patricia Highsmith's book with the Read with Pride Book Club; we read fiction and nonfiction titles by queer authors and/or featuring queer characters; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Price of Salt. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends. Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:55 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Virtual Illinois Libraries Present: Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns
LECTURES
a nostalgic and intimate hour-long conversation with Emmy-nominated actor Steve Burns, best known as ‘Steve’ from the beloved Nickelodeon show "Blue’s Clues"; Arionne Nettles, a Chicago-based storyteller and cultural reporter, will join Steve in conversation; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Virtual Illinois Libraries Present: Finding the Clues: Then and Now with Steve Burns. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Baseball Project - The Minus 5
MUSIC Concerts
concert with the ensemble featuring members of R.E.M. and The Dream Syndicate, featuring a set by The Minus 5; $55.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com.