Calls for Entry: Alternating Currents 2025 Open Call for Talent
COMEDY
thru Mar. 1; Downtown Quad Cities’ annual multi-city, bi-state festival, is now accepting submissions from talented filmmakers, musicians, comedians and artists for its 2025 lineup; returning for its eighth year, the festival will take place August 14-17, 2025 bringing together hundreds of performances and activations across 40+ venues in the Quad Cities.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.
Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship
KIDS' STUFF
thru Mar. 15; this scholarship honors the lives of two of the county's best known and best loved elected officials, Kathy Kirschbaum and Karen Fitzsimmons, who were extraordinary women whose hard work, perseverance, dedication to fairness, and progressive actions inspired others; Kathy served as the first female mayor of Davenport and Karen as the first female auditor of the county; the Democrats of Scott County, Iowa, have chosen to honor Kathy and Karen by offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a graduating senior from a Scott County high school in the academic year of 2024-2025; this student must be accepted for initial enrollment in an accredited post-secondary educational program in the United States for the academic year 2025-2026; eligible programs include 4-year colleges, community colleges, vocational, technical, trade schools, and union apprenticeships; for information, e-mail Toby Paone at info@scottcountydems.org.
Event Title: Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
For more info visit www.scottcountydems.org.
Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
KIDS' STUFF
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org.
Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
KIDS' STUFF
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Call for Applications: Illinois Poet Laureate
LITERARY ARTS
thru Mar. 5; in partnership with the Office of the Governor, Illinois Humanities, and the Poetry Foundation, the Illinois Arts Council is now accepting applications for the position of Illinois Poet Laureate, an honorary state office that advances awareness and appreciation of the literary arts and humanities throughout Illinois; the Poet Laureate will serve an at-will, four-year term appointed by the Governor; this esteemed position will not only represent the literary community of Illinois but also engage in public readings and initiatives that ensure access to poetry for all citizens; the Poet Laureate will conduct a minimum of four in-person public readings each year, with at least two held outside the Chicagoland area, ensuring that communities across the state experience the power of poetry; for information, contact the Director of Programs at Jackie.Banks-Mahlum@illinois.gov.
Event Title: Call for Applications: Illinois Poet Laureate.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
For more info visit arts.illinois.gov.
Wild About Reading Adult Winter Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru Feb. 15; adults 18+ are invited to register for our Adult Winter Reading Program for a chance to win prizes and a free book; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Adult Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past, present, and future of the Quad Cities and its citizens; free with $10-12 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org.
Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants
MUSEUMS
thru Feb. 23; exhibit of prints by Joseph Lappie; this series couples the intentional carved marks of 15th century wood engravings with the bold shapes and composition of early 20th century expressionist woodcuts; the result is a hand-colored contemporary portrayal of personal herbology, or the assumed language of a plant and its individual meaning to a person; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Quad City Innovators
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of Quad City innovators, inventors, and trailblazers through artifacts, stories, hands-on interactives, and fun learning experiences in our updated Fab Lab; some of the people and inventions featured in Quad City Innovators exhibit include: Otto Rohwedder (bread slicer), J.F. McCullough, Cecil Medd & Henry C. Duke (Dairy Queen and soft serve ice cream), Palmer Family (chiropractic), Voss Brothers (washing machine), John Deere, Joe Whitty (Happy Joes Pizza), Fred Lundahl (Buddy L toys), Fred Boetje (Boetje’s Mustard), Nelly Cheboi (CNN Hero of the Year 2022), Dr. William West Grant (first successful appendectomy), Gene Baker (first African American on the Cubs roster), Mary Solbrig (early airplane mechanic), Chad Pregracke (2002 Jefferson Award recipient) and many more; included with $8-12 general admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org.
With You I Am Myself / Mit Dir bin ich ich
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 6; Israeli artist and photographer Oranit Ben Zimra portrays 12 pairs of friends from Norderstedt, Germany in words and pictures; together with 12 Israeli pairs of friends, they form a mosaic of German-Israeli friendships; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Call for Entries: Come from Away
THEATRE
seeking performers for the Tony-winning musical set in the week after 9/11, when residents of a small Canadian town banded together to house, clothe, and feed nearly 7,000 stranded plane passengers; directed by Corinne Johnson; production dates, including two weeks of rehearsals, are August 28 – November 1; all roles in this professional production are paid; video submissions should include a resume and photo, a vocal reel, a one minute contemporary dramatic monologue, and a one-minute contemporary comic monologue; submissions should be sent to production manager Jeremy Littlejohn at jeremylittlejohn1977@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com.
2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 16; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds of student creations, changing every two weeks; the exhibition includes 76 frames and a series of student recognition receptions, honoring the hard work of local schools in supporting art education; exhibitions in the Mary Waterman Gildehaus Community Gallery are supported by the Brand Boeshaar Foundation and the Hubbel-Waterman Foundation; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 18; while clothing often appears in works of art, it can be overlooked as an element of a larger scene; this exhibition uses works of art from the collection to highlight the clothing depicted and what it can tell us about the wearer and the culture that surrounds them; from high society, to farms, to college campuses, a wide variety of clothing will be explored.; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
An Echo and A Hum
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 2; exhibition by artists Lila Shull and Muriel Condon; the pair will present a mix of prints, drawings, ceramics, paper pulp sculptures, and quilts that examine memory and how objects reflect time; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm.
Event Title: An Echo and A Hum. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu.
Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
Authors & Illustrators
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 14; featuring pieces by local artists Larry Jon Davis, Nikki Ponce, Dusty Scott and Jennie Taylor; free; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 and ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Authors & Illustrators. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu.
Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 9; highlights twenty-six prints and drawings by American artist Beth Van Hoesen; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 7; the Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Quad City Arts are seeking the design and installation of an artwork design for a public mural to be created on an exterior wall in Bettendorf; the mural will be on the west-facing brick wall of 312 17th Street and will be highly visible and serve as a welcome to downtown Bettendorf as it faces U.S. Hwy 67 — a heavy-use local corridor and exit from Interstate 74; the muralist should be based within a 250-mile radius of the Quad Cities area (most of Iowa, Illinois, and parts of Wisconsin and Missouri); for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
College Invitational
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 23; the bi-annual College Invitational is back for its 13th installation; artwork from students of eight area colleges and universities will be on view; each piece is chosen by the institutions’ art professors to showcase campus talent and creativity; participating institutions are Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Clinton Community College, Knox College, Monmouth College, Scott Community College, St. Ambrose University, and Western Illinois University; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: College Invitational. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 21; exhibit of paintings by Katrina Davis-Salazar, sculptural ceramic by Brant Weiland, and a collection of wood turned pieces by regional artists; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 23; exhibit of prints by Joseph Lappie; featuring herbs, flowers, vegetables, roots, and the occasional creature; this series couples the intentional carved marks of 15th century wood engravings with the bold shapes and composition of early 20th century expressionist woodcuts; the result is a hand-colored contemporary portrayal of personal herbology, or the assumed language of a plant and its individual meaning to a person; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Event Title: Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants. Venue: German American Heritage Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Holz, Kluever, & Ryan
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 3; exhibit featuring mixed-media assemblages by Cheryl Holz, landscape paintings by Kluever, and blown-glass art by Michelle Ryan; $1 for parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Holz, Kluever, & Ryan. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; 2025 marks 50 years since John Schwartzkopf began working as a professional artist; this exhibition illuminates his career and his growth into an artist working in both functional and sculptural forms; throughout his body of work, an intuitive sense of building his playful forms is visible, and his elegant way of highlighting an object’s structure comes to the forefront; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Leo Villareal: Interstellar
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb 23; the exhibit will showcase nine works from light sculptor Leo Villareal’s Nebula series; using LEDs and custom software, Villareal delves into the realms of space, time, and perception Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Leo Villareal: Interstellar. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 6; Kames focuses on creating works that explore the beauty of natural decay, the line between life and death, and what remains after; her exhibition will include large woodcut prints and charcoal and pastel drawings of a dying willow tree from her yard in Dubuque; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Marvin Cone: Painter
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 8; this exhibition explores the Iowa talent's life as an artist and the stylistic shifts in his work; featuring paintings from the museum collection and on loan, the exhibit offers new perspectives on a familiar artist; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Marvin Cone: Painter. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Melting Point: Improvisations in the State of Clay
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 28; exhibit of recent works by Megan Quinn; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4:30pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Melting Point: Improvisations in the State of Clay. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 9; the exhibit features mixed-media collages inspired by the artist’s time spent living in Mexico; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Muscatine History Revisited
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 24; this journey back in time features artifacts and historic photographs from the permanent collection; visitors of all ages are invited to immerse themselves in the stories of our community’s past while learning about the businesses and industries that helped shape Muscatine into the city it is today; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine History Revisited. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Myrlande Constant: DRAPO
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 4; Constant has been creating drapo, or Vodou flags, for over 35 years, pushing the boundaries of this traditional Haitian art form; over that time her pieces have grown to immense proportions, with some of the 17 works in the exhibition spanning more than seven feet; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Myrlande Constant: DRAPO. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
The Vessel: Form and Function
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 30; this exhibition explores the wide variety of vessels in the permanent collection and considers the many ways in which we can understand the form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: The Vessel: Form and Function. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contest
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 15; pick up materials to create your own wild mixed media work of art; open to Teens (ages 11 to 18) and Adults (18+); baskets of mixed media materials and thick art paper to build your work on will be available for participants at the 2nd Floor Information Desk; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Saturday, February 8, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
OWLT & About: Freight House Farmers' Market
EVENTS
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: Freight House Farmers' Market. Venue: Freight House Farmer's Market.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Freight House Farmer's Market.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
Jane & the Unpleasantness at Scargrave Manor
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Stephanie Barron's book with the Mystery Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Jane & the Unpleasantness at Scargrave Manor. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.
5th Annual Flock to the Rock
EVENTS
with educational speakers including Northern IL Raptor Rehab & Education, Chief White Winnebago, Gary Metivier, and ice carver Robert Storm; also featuring educational and nature related vendors and food available; free; for information, call 815-622-1106.
Event Title: 5th Annual Flock to the Rock. Venue: Rock Falls American Legion.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Falls American Legion.
For more info visit visitrockfalls.com.
Winter Wellness Event
EVENTS
take a break from screens and connect with nature, creativity, and community; with: DIY Food Creations – Make delicious pancakes and pizzas and choose your own healthy toppings.
Hands-On Crafts – Explore your creative side with fun make and take projects.
Youth-Focused Games – engaging activities that make learning about health and nutrition fun for kids from AOK and SNAP-Ed.
Hauberg Museum – Discover the story of the Sauk and Meskwaki people.
Nature Walks – Explore the beautiful grounds at Black Hawk Park.
Master Gardener Booths – Get tips on gardening, nature, and birdwatching.
Information Booths and Wellness Checks – Illinois Extension and partner agencies will have great information on health and wellness to share.
Event Title: Winter Wellness Event. Venue: Black Hawk State Historical Site's Watch Tower Lodge.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Black Hawk State Historical Site's Watch Tower Lodge.
For more info visit extension.illinois.edu.
Birds: Ages 4-5
KIDS' STUFF
your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late; requires an adult to attend with your child; $12-15; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Birds: Ages 4-5. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.
Book Buddies: Imagination
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for children ages 0-5; a super fun time filled with songs and stories all about using your imagination; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Book Buddies: Imagination. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.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, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.
Pearl Dangle Earrings
VISUAL ARTS
with instructor Karen Kubby; use wrapped loops to attach pearls to sterling chain; add an ear wire and watch these lovely materials dangle for a beautiful earring; easy to make, easy to wear; $60; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Pearl Dangle Earrings. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com.
Second Saturdays at the Figge
VISUAL ARTS
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, February 8, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
Goodbye, But Not Forgotten: Processing the Loss of a Partner
LECTURES
join Jill Finn, Certified Grief Educator, Certified Grief Specialist; and Jaclyn Hauer, INELDA Certified End of Life Doula, for a compassionate and supportive workshop designed to help individuals navigate the emotional challenges of losing a partner; through guided discussion, practical tools, shared experiences, and resources, participants will explore ways to process grief, honor memories, and find pathways toward hope and healing; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Goodbye, But Not Forgotten: Processing the Loss of a Partner. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Seasonal Tour of the GAHC+M
MUSEUMS
enjoy our seasonal guided tours of the museum with our education coordinator; visitors will explore our permanent exhibition "The German Immigrant Experience" along with our two rotating galleries; the tour is open to the public and included with regular admission; free; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Lego Club
KIDS' STUFF
enjoy a morning of free building; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Lego Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.
Birds: Ages 6-9
KIDS' STUFF
your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late; $16-20; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Birds: Ages 6-9. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.
Inside Out Party
KIDS' STUFF
enjoy a showing of "Inside Out 2," crafts, and games; this is a fun family event for all ages; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Inside Out Party. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.
Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club
EVENTS
on Saturdays; an all-ages and all-skill-levels chess club; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Bettendorf Public Library Chess Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.
Krafty Kids: Paper Weaving Hearts
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for children ages 6-11; join us at the library for this sweet paper heart weaving craft; free; for information, call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Krafty Kids: Paper Weaving Hearts. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org.
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
MOVIES
a screening of the 1980 sci-fi classic in the Star Wars Film Series; $7-15; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Event Title: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org.
Auditions: The Tell-Tale Farce, Steel Magnolias, and The Fox on the Fairway
THEATRE
Feb. 8 & 9; seeking performers for the first three shows of the theatre's 2025 season: Don Zolidis' comedy "The Tell-Tale Farce," directed by Elizabeth Shaffer, running April 3 - 13; Robert Harling's comedy drama "Steel Magnolias," directed by Megan McConville, running May 29 - June 8; and Ken Ludwig's comedy "The Fox on the Fairway," directed by Tom Morrow, running July 10 - 20; roles are available for eight males and 13 females, approximate ages ranging from late teens to 70, with most shows having flexible age requirements; be prepared to read from the scripts; Sat. 2-4pm, Sun. 4-6pm; for information, call 309-944-2244.
Event Title: Auditions: The Tell-Tale Farce, Steel Magnolias, and The Fox on the Fairway. Venue: Richmond Hill Barn Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Richmond Hill Barn Theatre.
For more info visit rhplayers.com.
Pearl Knotting
VISUAL ARTS
with instructor Emma Folsom; learn the secrets of making pearl knotting easy; each person will leave with a bracelet made of freshwater pearls and a sterling silver clasp; no previous experience necessary; $68; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Pearl Knotting. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com.
Birds: Ages 10-13
KIDS' STUFF
your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late; $16-20; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Birds: Ages 10-13. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com.
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; this program is great for kids of all ages; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Read to a Dog. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
Adult DIY: Rustic Love Figurine
VISUAL ARTS
adults are invited to make a rustic love figurine; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Rustic Love Figurine. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
Two Stroke Johnson (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Two Stroke Johnson (4pm). Venue: The Cooler.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Cooler.
Downtown Rock Island Sweetheart Shop Hop
EVENTS
hosted by the Rock Island Downtown Alliance, this Valentine’s Day-themed event features exclusive promotions, fun experiences, and amazing prizes including a grand prize makeover; pick up a bingo-style stamp card at any participating business, visit five locations to collect stamps, and return your completed card to Lavish Salon & Spa by 4pm for a chance to win big.
Event Title: Downtown Rock Island Sweetheart Shop Hop. Venue: Downtown Rock Island.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Rock Island.
For more info visit downtownrockisland.org.
A Matter of Life and Death
MOVIES
a screening in the Technicolor of Love series.
Event Title: A Matter of Life and Death. Venue: FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
For more info visit icfilmscene.org.
BSA Troop 109 7th Annual Chili Cook-off
EVENTS
with 15 different chilis to taste; vote your favorite for the price of $5/person; a good-will Bake Sale, raffle tickets, and Troop merchandise will also be for sale; all forms of payment will be accepted; for information, e-mail shoutekier@yahoo.com).
Event Title: BSA Troop 109 7th Annual Chili Cook-off. Venue: Culemans Hall, Seton/Sacred Heart Campus.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Culemans Hall, Seton/Sacred Heart Campus.
BanD Acoustic (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: BanD Acoustic (6pm). Venue: Saucy's.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Saucy's.
Carson Orr (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Carson Orr (6pm). Venue: Headquarters Muscatine.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Headquarters Muscatine.
Eva Kendall (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Eva Kendall (6pm). Venue: Plus Saporis.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Plus Saporis.
Jim Perron (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim Perron (6pm). Venue: Raelyn's Pub & Eatery.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raelyn's Pub & Eatery.
Jordan Danielsen (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jordan Danielsen (6pm). Venue: Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Tuggers Burger Bar & Ale House.
Mo Carter (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Mo Carter (6pm). Venue: Green Tree Brewery.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Green Tree Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Ryan Smith (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ryan Smith (6pm). Venue: Jennie's Boxcar LLC.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar LLC.
For more info visit jenniesboxcar.com.
Dana Joel Nicholson (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Dana Joel Nicholson (6:30pm). Venue: Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee.
Miriam Pritchard & Mark Eidolfi (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Miriam Pritchard & Mark Eidolfi (6:30pm). Venue: Sanctuary Studios.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Sanctuary Studios.
Scott County Democrats Trivia Night
EVENTS
fundraiser benefiting the Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scholarship; cash prizes for 2st, 2nd, and 3rd-place teams; teams of 8 players, $80/team, $10/singles; bring your own snacks, no crock pots, drinks available, no outside alcohol allowed; with basket raffles and a 50/50; for information, call 563-324-7699.
Event Title: Scott County Democrats Trivia Night. Venue: LULAC Club.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
LULAC Club.
For more info visit www.scottcountydems.org.
Gary Quick & Rod Croxton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Gary Quick & Rod Croxton. Venue: Jammerz Roadhouse.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Jammerz Roadhouse.
Holy Crowe
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Holy Crowe. Venue: Chestnut Mountain Resort.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Chestnut Mountain Resort.
Richard Roberts Jr.
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Richard Roberts Jr. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Means.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Ryan Bizzari
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Ryan Bizzari. Venue: Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Velvet Suns - Melissa Lynn Lanpher. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
MOVIES
a screening of the 1983 sci-fi classic in the Star Wars Film Series; $7-15; for tickets and information, call 309-342-2299.
Event Title: Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org.
Alborn - Discrepancies - Emperors & Angels - NonGrata
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the hard-hitting, yet melodic, alternative metal band based in Northern Illinois, featuring sets by Discrepancies, Emperors & Angels, and NonGrata; $15-18; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333.
Venue: The Redstone Room.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Redstone Room.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org.
Dogcatcher - Daisy Glue
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the California-based indie rockers, featuring a set by Daisy Glue; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.
Revel in Red - Facecarver - Mental Riot
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the Winter Jam Concert Series; fun for the whole family; bring a chair; 6pm doors, 7pm concert.
Venue: The Rust Belt.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Rust Belt.
For more info visit therustbeltqc.com.
Alien Boi Boxing
SPORTS
the main event will feature a UBO title fight between Stephen Edwards and Najee West; the undercard will also deliver thrilling action with six additional bouts; $40-70; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Event Title: Alien Boi Boxing. Venue: Davenport RiverCenter.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Davenport RiverCenter.
For more info visit davenportlive.com.
Groundhog Day: The Musical
THEATRE
stage adaptation of the Bill Murray comedy classic about a day that never ends; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $20-25; for information and tickets, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: Groundhog Day: The Musical. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit augustana.edu.
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, February 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Quad City Storm vs. Birmingham Bulls
SPORTS
professional minor-league hockey; this game is Hockey Fights Cancer; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Event Title: Quad City Storm vs. Birmingham Bulls. Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:10 PM – 10:10 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit quadcitystorm.com.
Brooke Byam - Dustin Weiss
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brooke Byam - Dustin Weiss. Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com.
Crooked Cactus
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Crooked Cactus. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort Rhythm Room.
For more info visit www.rhythmcitycasino.com.
Emanuel Ax and Anthony McGill
LIVE MUSIC
top-flight musicians, each a Hancher favorite, perform a perfect program for piano and clarinet; $10-65; for tickets and information, all 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.
James Tutson
LIVE MUSIC
Iowa City musician James Tutson performs his 7th studio album "Fool for You" for the first time on the Englert stage; $10-25; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org.
Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party: In Concert
THEATRE
City Circle Theatre Company presents a concert version of the darkly brilliant musical featuring an unforgettable cast of vaudeville performers, lovers, and rogues during a jazz- and gin-soaked night of decadence; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Event Title: Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party: In Concert. Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org.
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
THEATRE
author Ken Ludwig transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic “The Hound of the Baskervilles” into a five-person mystery slapstick, directed by Corinne Johnson; Fri. Sat. Wed. 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.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com.
Ripcord
THEATRE
David Lindsay Abaire's comedy about frenemies in a retirement facility, directed by Thomas D. Perrine; FRi. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $33; for information, call 515-518-0658.
Event Title: Ripcord. Venue: Tallgrass Theatre Company.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Tallgrass Theatre Company.
For more info visit tallgrasstheatre.org.
The Cure at Troy
THEATRE
playwright Seamus Heaney's adaptation of Sophocles' Greek tragedy "Philotetes," directed by Adam Knight; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-39; for tickets and information, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: The Cure at Troy. Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.
The Vagina Monologues
THEATRE
Eve Ensler's series of comedic and dramatic monologues about the trials and triumphs of being female, directed by Shyan DeVoss; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; for information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: The Vagina Monologues. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Jim Ryan
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jim Ryan. Venue: The Market at the Tap.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Market at the Tap.
Songbird Bethann
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Songbird Bethann. Venue: The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
The Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge.
TaG: The Dynamic Duo
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: TaG: The Dynamic Duo. Venue: Bushy's Slots.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Bushy's Slots.
The Cal Stage Band - The Solution
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Cal Stage Band - The Solution. Venue: PJ's II.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
PJ's II.
The Chris & Wes Show
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Chris & Wes Show. Venue: Rascals.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Rascals.
Far Out 283
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Far Out 283. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Jordan Beem
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jordan Beem. Venue: Kilkenny's.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Kilkenny's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Mommy's Little Monster
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Mommy's Little Monster. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Sunday, February 9, 2025, 12:00 AM.
Harley Corin's.
Emo Nite
LIVE MUSIC
presented by Capitol Theatre & ia live; $20.
Venue: Capitol Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Capitol Theatre.
For more info visit www.firstfleetconcerts.com.
Shakespeared!
COMEDY
long-form Bard-ian improv comedy, with the audience supplying the title and lines for a "lost Shakespeare play" made up on the spot; recommended for ages 17+; $10.
Event Title: Shakespeared! Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Calls for Entry: Alternating Currents 2025 Open Call for Talent
COMEDY
thru Mar. 1; Downtown Quad Cities’ annual multi-city, bi-state festival, is now accepting submissions from talented filmmakers, musicians, comedians and artists for its 2025 lineup; returning for its eighth year, the festival will take place August 14-17, 2025 bringing together hundreds of performances and activations across 40+ venues in the Quad Cities.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.
Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship
KIDS' STUFF
thru Mar. 15; this scholarship honors the lives of two of the county's best known and best loved elected officials, Kathy Kirschbaum and Karen Fitzsimmons, who were extraordinary women whose hard work, perseverance, dedication to fairness, and progressive actions inspired others; Kathy served as the first female mayor of Davenport and Karen as the first female auditor of the county; the Democrats of Scott County, Iowa, have chosen to honor Kathy and Karen by offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a graduating senior from a Scott County high school in the academic year of 2024-2025; this student must be accepted for initial enrollment in an accredited post-secondary educational program in the United States for the academic year 2025-2026; eligible programs include 4-year colleges, community colleges, vocational, technical, trade schools, and union apprenticeships; for information, e-mail Toby Paone at info@scottcountydems.org.
Event Title: Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
For more info visit www.scottcountydems.org.
Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
KIDS' STUFF
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org.
Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
KIDS' STUFF
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Call for Applications: Illinois Poet Laureate
LITERARY ARTS
thru Mar. 5; in partnership with the Office of the Governor, Illinois Humanities, and the Poetry Foundation, the Illinois Arts Council is now accepting applications for the position of Illinois Poet Laureate, an honorary state office that advances awareness and appreciation of the literary arts and humanities throughout Illinois; the Poet Laureate will serve an at-will, four-year term appointed by the Governor; this esteemed position will not only represent the literary community of Illinois but also engage in public readings and initiatives that ensure access to poetry for all citizens; the Poet Laureate will conduct a minimum of four in-person public readings each year, with at least two held outside the Chicagoland area, ensuring that communities across the state experience the power of poetry; for information, contact the Director of Programs at Jackie.Banks-Mahlum@illinois.gov.
Event Title: Call for Applications: Illinois Poet Laureate.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
For more info visit arts.illinois.gov.
Wild About Reading Adult Winter Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru Feb. 15; adults 18+ are invited to register for our Adult Winter Reading Program for a chance to win prizes and a free book; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Adult Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past, present, and future of the Quad Cities and its citizens; free with $10-12 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org.
Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants
MUSEUMS
thru Feb. 23; exhibit of prints by Joseph Lappie; this series couples the intentional carved marks of 15th century wood engravings with the bold shapes and composition of early 20th century expressionist woodcuts; the result is a hand-colored contemporary portrayal of personal herbology, or the assumed language of a plant and its individual meaning to a person; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Quad City Innovators
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of Quad City innovators, inventors, and trailblazers through artifacts, stories, hands-on interactives, and fun learning experiences in our updated Fab Lab; some of the people and inventions featured in Quad City Innovators exhibit include: Otto Rohwedder (bread slicer), J.F. McCullough, Cecil Medd & Henry C. Duke (Dairy Queen and soft serve ice cream), Palmer Family (chiropractic), Voss Brothers (washing machine), John Deere, Joe Whitty (Happy Joes Pizza), Fred Lundahl (Buddy L toys), Fred Boetje (Boetje’s Mustard), Nelly Cheboi (CNN Hero of the Year 2022), Dr. William West Grant (first successful appendectomy), Gene Baker (first African American on the Cubs roster), Mary Solbrig (early airplane mechanic), Chad Pregracke (2002 Jefferson Award recipient) and many more; included with $8-12 general admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org.
With You I Am Myself / Mit Dir bin ich ich
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 6; Israeli artist and photographer Oranit Ben Zimra portrays 12 pairs of friends from Norderstedt, Germany in words and pictures; together with 12 Israeli pairs of friends, they form a mosaic of German-Israeli friendships; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Call for Entries: Come from Away
THEATRE
seeking performers for the Tony-winning musical set in the week after 9/11, when residents of a small Canadian town banded together to house, clothe, and feed nearly 7,000 stranded plane passengers; directed by Corinne Johnson; production dates, including two weeks of rehearsals, are August 28 – November 1; all roles in this professional production are paid; video submissions should include a resume and photo, a vocal reel, a one minute contemporary dramatic monologue, and a one-minute contemporary comic monologue; submissions should be sent to production manager Jeremy Littlejohn at jeremylittlejohn1977@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com.
2025 Young Artists at the Figge Recognition Day: Muscatine
VISUAL ARTS
sponsored by the Kent Corporation; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds of student creations, changing every two weeks; the exhibition includes 76 frames and a series of student recognition receptions, honoring the hard work of local schools in supporting art education; exhibitions in the Mary Waterman Gildehaus Community Gallery are supported by the Brand Boeshaar Foundation and the Hubbel-Waterman Foundation; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 2025 Young Artists at the Figge Recognition Day: Muscatine. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 16; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds of student creations, changing every two weeks; the exhibition includes 76 frames and a series of student recognition receptions, honoring the hard work of local schools in supporting art education; exhibitions in the Mary Waterman Gildehaus Community Gallery are supported by the Brand Boeshaar Foundation and the Hubbel-Waterman Foundation; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 18; while clothing often appears in works of art, it can be overlooked as an element of a larger scene; this exhibition uses works of art from the collection to highlight the clothing depicted and what it can tell us about the wearer and the culture that surrounds them; from high society, to farms, to college campuses, a wide variety of clothing will be explored.; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
An Echo and A Hum
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 2; exhibition by artists Lila Shull and Muriel Condon; the pair will present a mix of prints, drawings, ceramics, paper pulp sculptures, and quilts that examine memory and how objects reflect time; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm.
Event Title: An Echo and A Hum. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu.
Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
Authors & Illustrators
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 14; featuring pieces by local artists Larry Jon Davis, Nikki Ponce, Dusty Scott and Jennie Taylor; free; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 and ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Authors & Illustrators. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu.
Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 9; highlights twenty-six prints and drawings by American artist Beth Van Hoesen; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 7; the Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Quad City Arts are seeking the design and installation of an artwork design for a public mural to be created on an exterior wall in Bettendorf; the mural will be on the west-facing brick wall of 312 17th Street and will be highly visible and serve as a welcome to downtown Bettendorf as it faces U.S. Hwy 67 — a heavy-use local corridor and exit from Interstate 74; the muralist should be based within a 250-mile radius of the Quad Cities area (most of Iowa, Illinois, and parts of Wisconsin and Missouri); for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
College Invitational
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 23; the bi-annual College Invitational is back for its 13th installation; artwork from students of eight area colleges and universities will be on view; each piece is chosen by the institutions’ art professors to showcase campus talent and creativity; participating institutions are Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Clinton Community College, Knox College, Monmouth College, Scott Community College, St. Ambrose University, and Western Illinois University; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: College Invitational. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 21; exhibit of paintings by Katrina Davis-Salazar, sculptural ceramic by Brant Weiland, and a collection of wood turned pieces by regional artists; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 23; exhibit of prints by Joseph Lappie; featuring herbs, flowers, vegetables, roots, and the occasional creature; this series couples the intentional carved marks of 15th century wood engravings with the bold shapes and composition of early 20th century expressionist woodcuts; the result is a hand-colored contemporary portrayal of personal herbology, or the assumed language of a plant and its individual meaning to a person; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Event Title: Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants. Venue: German American Heritage Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Holz, Kluever, & Ryan
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 3; exhibit featuring mixed-media assemblages by Cheryl Holz, landscape paintings by Kluever, and blown-glass art by Michelle Ryan; $1 for parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Holz, Kluever, & Ryan. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; 2025 marks 50 years since John Schwartzkopf began working as a professional artist; this exhibition illuminates his career and his growth into an artist working in both functional and sculptural forms; throughout his body of work, an intuitive sense of building his playful forms is visible, and his elegant way of highlighting an object’s structure comes to the forefront; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Leo Villareal: Interstellar
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb 23; the exhibit will showcase nine works from light sculptor Leo Villareal’s Nebula series; using LEDs and custom software, Villareal delves into the realms of space, time, and perception Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Leo Villareal: Interstellar. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 6; Kames focuses on creating works that explore the beauty of natural decay, the line between life and death, and what remains after; her exhibition will include large woodcut prints and charcoal and pastel drawings of a dying willow tree from her yard in Dubuque; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Marvin Cone: Painter
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 8; this exhibition explores the Iowa talent's life as an artist and the stylistic shifts in his work; featuring paintings from the museum collection and on loan, the exhibit offers new perspectives on a familiar artist; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Marvin Cone: Painter. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Melting Point: Improvisations in the State of Clay
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 28; exhibit of recent works by Megan Quinn; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4:30pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Melting Point: Improvisations in the State of Clay. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 9; the exhibit features mixed-media collages inspired by the artist’s time spent living in Mexico; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Muscatine History Revisited
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 24; this journey back in time features artifacts and historic photographs from the permanent collection; visitors of all ages are invited to immerse themselves in the stories of our community’s past while learning about the businesses and industries that helped shape Muscatine into the city it is today; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine History Revisited. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Myrlande Constant: DRAPO
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 4; Constant has been creating drapo, or Vodou flags, for over 35 years, pushing the boundaries of this traditional Haitian art form; over that time her pieces have grown to immense proportions, with some of the 17 works in the exhibition spanning more than seven feet; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Myrlande Constant: DRAPO. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
The Vessel: Form and Function
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 30; this exhibition explores the wide variety of vessels in the permanent collection and considers the many ways in which we can understand the form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: The Vessel: Form and Function. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contest
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 15; pick up materials to create your own wild mixed media work of art; open to Teens (ages 11 to 18) and Adults (18+); baskets of mixed media materials and thick art paper to build your work on will be available for participants at the 2nd Floor Information Desk; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, February 9, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Soldering Sampler
VISUAL ARTS
with instructor Maggie Joynt; this workshop involves the fundamentals of soldering; learn and hone a variety of soldering skills, connecting an open jump ring, adding a ring to another piece, and more; practice both sweat and spot soldering; leave with a variety of samples and a new set of skills; $88; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Soldering Sampler. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com.
3 on the Tree (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: 3 on the Tree (1pm). Venue: Hollywood & Vine.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hollywood & Vine.
Eva Kendall (1pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Eva Kendall (1pm). Venue: Ski Snowstar.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Ski Snowstar.
Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party: In Concert
THEATRE
City Circle Theatre Company presents a concert version of the darkly brilliant musical featuring an unforgettable cast of vaudeville performers, lovers, and rogues during a jazz- and gin-soaked night of decadence; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370.
Event Title: Andrew Lippa’s Wild Party: In Concert. Venue: Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
For more info visit www.coralvillearts.org.
Groundhog Day: The Musical
THEATRE
stage adaptation of the Bill Murray comedy classic about a day that never ends; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Sun. 2pm; $20-25; for information and tickets, call 309-912-7647.
Event Title: Groundhog Day: The Musical. Venue: The Spotlight Theatre.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Spotlight Theatre.
For more info visit augustana.edu.
Ripcord
THEATRE
David Lindsay Abaire's comedy about frenemies in a retirement facility, directed by Thomas D. Perrine; FRi. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $33; for information, call 515-518-0658.
Event Title: Ripcord. Venue: Tallgrass Theatre Company.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tallgrass Theatre Company.
For more info visit tallgrasstheatre.org.
The Cure at Troy
THEATRE
playwright Seamus Heaney's adaptation of Sophocles' Greek tragedy "Philotetes," directed by Adam Knight; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-39; for tickets and information, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: The Cure at Troy. Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org.
Tropical Super Bowl w/ Angela Meyer & More (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
bring your inflatables and a dish to pass; we will have the heat cranked; there could be a lot of Christmas Baby Jimmy Buffett songs and we are going to have some of the Quad Cities finest songwriters playing their hits on ukulele.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com.
The Vagina Monologues
THEATRE
Eve Ensler's series of comedic and dramatic monologues about the trials and triumphs of being female, directed by Shyan DeVoss; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; for information, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: The Vagina Monologues. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Active Adult & Senior Winter Dance (4pm)
DANCE
with live classic country and rock music; coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share; (optional); free.
Event Title: Active Adult & Senior Winter Dance (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
Active Adult & Senior Winter Dance (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
with live classic country and rock music; coffee and snacks begin at 4pm with music and dancing to follow; bring cookies or treats to share; (optional); free.
Event Title: Active Adult & Senior Winter Dance (4pm). Venue: Geneseo Community Center.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Geneseo Community Center.
Auditions: The Tell-Tale Farce, Steel Magnolias, and The Fox on the Fairway
THEATRE
Feb. 8 & 9; seeking performers for the first three shows of the theatre's 2025 season: Don Zolidis' comedy "The Tell-Tale Farce," directed by Elizabeth Shaffer, running April 3 - 13; Robert Harling's comedy drama "Steel Magnolias," directed by Megan McConville, running May 29 - June 8; and Ken Ludwig's comedy "The Fox on the Fairway," directed by Tom Morrow, running July 10 - 20; roles are available for eight males and 13 females, approximate ages ranging from late teens to 70, with most shows having flexible age requirements; be prepared to read from the scripts; Sat. 2-4pm, Sun. 4-6pm; for information, call 309-944-2244.
Event Title: Auditions: The Tell-Tale Farce, Steel Magnolias, and The Fox on the Fairway. Venue: Richmond Hill Barn Theatre.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Richmond Hill Barn Theatre.
For more info visit rhplayers.com.
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery
THEATRE
author Ken Ludwig transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic “The Hound of the Baskervilles” into a five-person mystery slapstick, directed by Corinne Johnson; Fri. Sat. Wed. 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.
Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com.
Duke Oursler
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Duke Oursler. Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, February 9, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Calls for Entry: Alternating Currents 2025 Open Call for Talent
COMEDY
thru Mar. 1; Downtown Quad Cities’ annual multi-city, bi-state festival, is now accepting submissions from talented filmmakers, musicians, comedians and artists for its 2025 lineup; returning for its eighth year, the festival will take place August 14-17, 2025 bringing together hundreds of performances and activations across 40+ venues in the Quad Cities.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
For more info visit www.alternatingcurrentsqc.com.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com.
Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship
KIDS' STUFF
thru Mar. 15; this scholarship honors the lives of two of the county's best known and best loved elected officials, Kathy Kirschbaum and Karen Fitzsimmons, who were extraordinary women whose hard work, perseverance, dedication to fairness, and progressive actions inspired others; Kathy served as the first female mayor of Davenport and Karen as the first female auditor of the county; the Democrats of Scott County, Iowa, have chosen to honor Kathy and Karen by offering a $1,000.00 scholarship to a graduating senior from a Scott County high school in the academic year of 2024-2025; this student must be accepted for initial enrollment in an accredited post-secondary educational program in the United States for the academic year 2025-2026; eligible programs include 4-year colleges, community colleges, vocational, technical, trade schools, and union apprenticeships; for information, e-mail Toby Paone at info@scottcountydems.org.
Event Title: Seeking Applicants: Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scott County Democrats Scholarship.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
For more info visit www.scottcountydems.org.
Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships
KIDS' STUFF
thru Mar. 21; in partnership with BITCO Insurance Companies, River Action will award three $1,000 scholarships to students demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental stewardship; established in 2019, the Eddy Scholarships honor students who embody the spirit of River Action’s Eddy Awards by “going against the current” to achieve meaningful environmental impact; eligible applicants must be majoring or minoring in an environment-related field at a college or university, or, for high school seniors, planning to begin studies in an environment-related field in the summer or fall of 2025; scholarship recipients will be selected based on their character, academic standing, school and community involvement, and environment-focused career goals; finalists will be invited for an interview during the selection process; preference will be given to students attending a college or university in the Quad Cities area of Iowa or Illinois; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Seeking Applications: River Action’s Eddy Scholarships. Venue: River Action.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org.
Teen Winter Reading Bingo Challenge
KIDS' STUFF
thru Feb. 15; grades 6-12 can win prizes for reading and activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Da Vinci Kids. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru Feb. 15; for children from birth to 6th grade; read (or listen) to books and do fun activities to earn charms for your very own charm bracelet; pick out your own book to keep from our special prize cart if you finish the program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Children's Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Call for Applications: Illinois Poet Laureate
LITERARY ARTS
thru Mar. 5; in partnership with the Office of the Governor, Illinois Humanities, and the Poetry Foundation, the Illinois Arts Council is now accepting applications for the position of Illinois Poet Laureate, an honorary state office that advances awareness and appreciation of the literary arts and humanities throughout Illinois; the Poet Laureate will serve an at-will, four-year term appointed by the Governor; this esteemed position will not only represent the literary community of Illinois but also engage in public readings and initiatives that ensure access to poetry for all citizens; the Poet Laureate will conduct a minimum of four in-person public readings each year, with at least two held outside the Chicagoland area, ensuring that communities across the state experience the power of poetry; for information, contact the Director of Programs at Jackie.Banks-Mahlum@illinois.gov.
Event Title: Call for Applications: Illinois Poet Laureate.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
For more info visit arts.illinois.gov.
Wild About Reading Adult Winter Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru Feb. 15; adults 18+ are invited to register for our Adult Winter Reading Program for a chance to win prizes and a free book; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Adult Winter Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past, present, and future of the Quad Cities and its citizens; free with $10-12 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org.
Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants
MUSEUMS
thru Feb. 23; exhibit of prints by Joseph Lappie; this series couples the intentional carved marks of 15th century wood engravings with the bold shapes and composition of early 20th century expressionist woodcuts; the result is a hand-colored contemporary portrayal of personal herbology, or the assumed language of a plant and its individual meaning to a person; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Quad City Innovators
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of Quad City innovators, inventors, and trailblazers through artifacts, stories, hands-on interactives, and fun learning experiences in our updated Fab Lab; some of the people and inventions featured in Quad City Innovators exhibit include: Otto Rohwedder (bread slicer), J.F. McCullough, Cecil Medd & Henry C. Duke (Dairy Queen and soft serve ice cream), Palmer Family (chiropractic), Voss Brothers (washing machine), John Deere, Joe Whitty (Happy Joes Pizza), Fred Lundahl (Buddy L toys), Fred Boetje (Boetje’s Mustard), Nelly Cheboi (CNN Hero of the Year 2022), Dr. William West Grant (first successful appendectomy), Gene Baker (first African American on the Cubs roster), Mary Solbrig (early airplane mechanic), Chad Pregracke (2002 Jefferson Award recipient) and many more; included with $8-12 general admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org.
With You I Am Myself / Mit Dir bin ich ich
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 6; Israeli artist and photographer Oranit Ben Zimra portrays 12 pairs of friends from Norderstedt, Germany in words and pictures; together with 12 Israeli pairs of friends, they form a mosaic of German-Israeli friendships; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Call for Entries: Come from Away
THEATRE
seeking performers for the Tony-winning musical set in the week after 9/11, when residents of a small Canadian town banded together to house, clothe, and feed nearly 7,000 stranded plane passengers; directed by Corinne Johnson; production dates, including two weeks of rehearsals, are August 28 – November 1; all roles in this professional production are paid; video submissions should include a resume and photo, a vocal reel, a one minute contemporary dramatic monologue, and a one-minute contemporary comic monologue; submissions should be sent to production manager Jeremy Littlejohn at jeremylittlejohn1977@gmail.com.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Come from Away. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com.
2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 16; this imaginative whirlwind of art showcases hundreds of student creations, changing every two weeks; the exhibition includes 76 frames and a series of student recognition receptions, honoring the hard work of local schools in supporting art education; exhibitions in the Mary Waterman Gildehaus Community Gallery are supported by the Brand Boeshaar Foundation and the Hubbel-Waterman Foundation; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 2025 Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 18; while clothing often appears in works of art, it can be overlooked as an element of a larger scene; this exhibition uses works of art from the collection to highlight the clothing depicted and what it can tell us about the wearer and the culture that surrounds them; from high society, to farms, to college campuses, a wide variety of clothing will be explored.; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: All Dressed Up (and Down): Depictions of Clothing in Art from the Collection. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
An Echo and A Hum
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 2; exhibition by artists Lila Shull and Muriel Condon; the pair will present a mix of prints, drawings, ceramics, paper pulp sculptures, and quilts that examine memory and how objects reflect time; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm.
Event Title: An Echo and A Hum. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu.
Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.
Authors & Illustrators
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 14; featuring pieces by local artists Larry Jon Davis, Nikki Ponce, Dusty Scott and Jennie Taylor; free; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 and ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Authors & Illustrators. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu.
Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 9; highlights twenty-six prints and drawings by American artist Beth Van Hoesen; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Beth Van Hoesen: Prints from the Permanent Collection. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 26; despite their work often being overlooked, women artists developed and worked in abstraction alongside their male counterparts for many decades; in recent years, their contributions have been re-evaluated and these artists have been viewed with a new lens; this exhibition seeks to highlight women in the CRMA collection working in abstraction; their approaches to abstraction vary; some slightly abstract their subject matter, while others move completely away from any recognizable object; each of their abstractions operates on unique emotional and intellectual levels; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Beyond the Object: Women Working in Abstraction. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 7; the Downtown Bettendorf Organization and Quad City Arts are seeking the design and installation of an artwork design for a public mural to be created on an exterior wall in Bettendorf; the mural will be on the west-facing brick wall of 312 17th Street and will be highly visible and serve as a welcome to downtown Bettendorf as it faces U.S. Hwy 67 — a heavy-use local corridor and exit from Interstate 74; the muralist should be based within a 250-mile radius of the Quad Cities area (most of Iowa, Illinois, and parts of Wisconsin and Missouri); for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Bettendorf Welcome Mural. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
College Invitational
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 23; the bi-annual College Invitational is back for its 13th installation; artwork from students of eight area colleges and universities will be on view; each piece is chosen by the institutions’ art professors to showcase campus talent and creativity; participating institutions are Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Clinton Community College, Knox College, Monmouth College, Scott Community College, St. Ambrose University, and Western Illinois University; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: College Invitational. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 21; exhibit of paintings by Katrina Davis-Salazar, sculptural ceramic by Brant Weiland, and a collection of wood turned pieces by regional artists; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Davis-Salazar, Weiland, & Regional Woodturners. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 23; exhibit of prints by Joseph Lappie; featuring herbs, flowers, vegetables, roots, and the occasional creature; this series couples the intentional carved marks of 15th century wood engravings with the bold shapes and composition of early 20th century expressionist woodcuts; the result is a hand-colored contemporary portrayal of personal herbology, or the assumed language of a plant and its individual meaning to a person; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Event Title: Die Hoffung der Pflanzen: The Hope of Plants. Venue: German American Heritage Center.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org.
Holz, Kluever, & Ryan
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 3; exhibit featuring mixed-media assemblages by Cheryl Holz, landscape paintings by Kluever, and blown-glass art by Michelle Ryan; $1 for parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Holz, Kluever, & Ryan. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com.
John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; 2025 marks 50 years since John Schwartzkopf began working as a professional artist; this exhibition illuminates his career and his growth into an artist working in both functional and sculptural forms; throughout his body of work, an intuitive sense of building his playful forms is visible, and his elegant way of highlighting an object’s structure comes to the forefront; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: John Schwartzkopf: Woodworker. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Leo Villareal: Interstellar
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb 23; the exhibit will showcase nine works from light sculptor Leo Villareal’s Nebula series; using LEDs and custom software, Villareal delves into the realms of space, time, and perception Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Leo Villareal: Interstellar. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 6; Kames focuses on creating works that explore the beauty of natural decay, the line between life and death, and what remains after; her exhibition will include large woodcut prints and charcoal and pastel drawings of a dying willow tree from her yard in Dubuque; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Louise Kames: I Don’t See Anything That’s Not Beautiful. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Marvin Cone: Painter
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 8; this exhibition explores the Iowa talent's life as an artist and the stylistic shifts in his work; featuring paintings from the museum collection and on loan, the exhibit offers new perspectives on a familiar artist; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Marvin Cone: Painter. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
Melting Point: Improvisations in the State of Clay
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 28; exhibit of recent works by Megan Quinn; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4:30pm; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Melting Point: Improvisations in the State of Clay. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 9; the exhibit features mixed-media collages inspired by the artist’s time spent living in Mexico; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Mirrors and Milagros: A Collection of Art Collage by Corinne Stanley. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Muscatine History Revisited
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 24; this journey back in time features artifacts and historic photographs from the permanent collection; visitors of all ages are invited to immerse themselves in the stories of our community’s past while learning about the businesses and industries that helped shape Muscatine into the city it is today; Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 pm; donations appreciated; for more information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Muscatine History Revisited. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org.
Myrlande Constant: DRAPO
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 4; Constant has been creating drapo, or Vodou flags, for over 35 years, pushing the boundaries of this traditional Haitian art form; over that time her pieces have grown to immense proportions, with some of the 17 works in the exhibition spanning more than seven feet; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Myrlande Constant: DRAPO. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.
The Vessel: Form and Function
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 30; this exhibition explores the wide variety of vessels in the permanent collection and considers the many ways in which we can understand the form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: The Vessel: Form and Function. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contest
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 15; pick up materials to create your own wild mixed media work of art; open to Teens (ages 11 to 18) and Adults (18+); baskets of mixed media materials and thick art paper to build your work on will be available for participants at the 2nd Floor Information Desk; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Wild About Reading Mixed Media Art Contest. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, February 10, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org.
Billiards
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; membership is $160 a year or $15 every month; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Ugly Quilts
SENIORS
on Mondays; volunteer group; no sewing experience necessary; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Little Movers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Mon. & Thu.; 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 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Pre-K Prep Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
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; best for children ages 3-5; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, February 10, 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, February 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.
Short and Sweets
LITERARY ARTS
discuss short stories from a variety of contemporary and classic authors; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Short and Sweets. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
Silver Linings Bell Choir
SENIORS
on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Linings Bell Choir. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
CASI (Center Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Zumba
SENIORS
Mon.-Wed. & Fri.; aerobic fitness based on Latin American dance rhythms; $3-6; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Zumba. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Little Movers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; 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 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 10:45 AM – 11:30 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Homeschool Creator Club
KIDS' STUFF
join us for fun art and science adventures on the second Monday of each month; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Homeschool Creator Club. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com.
Introduction to Spanish
LECTURES
join Catalina for some basics in speaking Spanish; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Introduction to Spanish. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com.
Bridge
SENIORS
on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Milestones AAA Meal Site
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in advance; annual registration is required to attend; meal site is open to everyone 60 years of age and older; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Shuffleboard
SENIORS
on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Chess: Come to Play
SENIORS
on Mondays; $1-2; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chess: Come to Play. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, February 10, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org.
Mending Mondays
VISUAL ARTS
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 Mondays. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
Make Believe Monday: Reading Pet Vet Clinic
KIDS' STUFF
bring your new Reading Pet to the Make Believe Monday Vet Clinic; our story room will transform into a vet-clinic-themed imaginative play center; give those new pets a thorough check-up and check in with staff about your reading goals; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Make Believe Monday: Reading Pet Vet Clinic. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
Makerspace: Open Hours
VISUAL ARTS
bring your ideas of what you want to make; we'll have our machines out and ready for use: sewing machines, heat press, Cricut, mug press, and buttonmaker; training will be available for first-time users; you may bring in your own supplies; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Makerspace: Open Hours. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:45 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com.
PJ Party Storytime: Creepy Crawlies
KIDS' STUFF
put on your PJ’s and join us in the Children's Program Room and get ready to hang out with some bugs; let's skitter with spiders, wiggle with worms and chirp with crickets; this event is for children age 3 and up with their families; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: PJ Party Storytime: Creepy Crawlies. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com.
Rock Island City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
Public Comment is held at the beginning of City Council meetings after the Moment of Silence; the allotted time for Public Comment is 30 minutes; if additional time is needed, Public Comment will be extended at the end of the meeting for additional speakers; for information, call 309-732-2012 or e-mail executivemail@rigov.org.
Event Title: Rock Island City Council Meeting. Venue: Rock Island City Hall.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM.
Rock Island City Hall.
For more info visit www.rigov.org.
Parks & Recreation Trivia
EVENTS
test your knowledge of the beloved sitcom; free to play, win house cash; for all ages.
Event Title: Parks & Recreation Trivia. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Parks & Recreation Trivia
EVENTS
test your knowledge of the beloved NBC sitcom; win house cash; free.
Event Title: Parks & Recreation Trivia. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.
Quad Cities Mississippi Valley Ski and Social Club (QCMVSC) Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the second Monday of the month; most meetings include an invited speaker, interesting presentation, or fun activity; come at 6pm if you would like to order dinner and enjoy more time for socializing; for information, e-mail QCMVSC@gmail.com.
Event Title: Quad Cities Mississippi Valley Ski and Social Club (QCMVSC) Meeting. Venue: Columbus Club.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Columbus Club.
Sherrard City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the second Monday of the month; for information, call 309-593-2415.
Event Title: Sherrard City Council Meeting. Venue: Sherrard City Hall.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Sherrard City Hall.
For more info visit www.sherrardil.org.
The Crossing | Shared Solo Recital
LIVE MUSIC
four singers from The Crossing, including University of Iowa 2020 alumna, Anika Kildegaard, will present a shared solo recital; free; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Voxman Music Building.
Monday, February 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Voxman Music Building.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu.