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, July 6, 2026.
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, July 6, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Children's Summer Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru July 25; get growing this summer at the Moline Public Library with our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Children's Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Summer Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru July 25; teens and tweens going into grades 6-12, read, grow, and explore at the at Moline Public Library this summer; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Adult Summer Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru July 25; ages 18+ are invited to plant a seed of curiosity, growth, and learning and read this summer with the Moline Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Adult Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge
LITERARY ARTS
thru July 31; readers of all ages win prizes for registration, and reaching their mid-way and completion reading and activity goals; everyone from preschools to school ages, teens, and adults can join in the fun; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Davenport Civil Rights Movement
MUSEUMS
thru July 31; explore the powerful stories, struggles, and triumphs that shaped the fight for equality in our community; through photographs, documents, and firsthand oral histories, this exhibit highlights Davenport’s role in the broader Civil Rights Movement and honors the individuals who stood for justice; discover how local actions helped drive national change, and why these stories still matter today; 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, July 6, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Kaleidoscope Odyssey
MUSEUMS
thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy
MUSEUMS
thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; 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, July 6, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States
MUSEUMS
thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; 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, July 6, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. 2026 DART Senior Thesis Show
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 30; exhibit designed honor and celebrate the creativity of four graduating digital art and design majors before they step into the world as professional designers; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: 2026 DART Senior Thesis Show. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bicycle Worlds
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 7; exhibit of bike photography by Ken Urban and bike illustrations by Jeff Williams; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bicycle Worlds. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 31; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Byzantine Icon Painting Workshop
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 11; immerse yourself in the sacred art of Byzantine iconography with this six-day intensive workshop led by master iconographer Theodoros Papadopoulos; participants of all skill levels will learn traditional egg tempera techniques while painting a classic Virgin Mary with Child icon, guided step-by-step from start to finish; all materials are included, and each day features hands-on instruction and demonstrations that blend artistic practice with the rich spiritual tradition behind this ancient art form; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Byzantine Icon Painting Workshop. Venue: St. George Greek Orthodox Church.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
St. George Greek Orthodox Church.
For more info visit theodoreicons.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Homecoming Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 1; for SAU alumni only; artists may submit up to three (3) artworks; all media are eligible, but should not measure greater than 36” in any dimension; for information and to submit, e-mail Catich@sau.edu.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Homecoming Exhibition. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; 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 & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; 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: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Quiet Intersections
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 31; a multi‑faceted experience that reveals how individual artistic voices can converge, diverge, and share creative space; featured artists: Allie Kushnir — Main Gallery; Shalen Stephenson — JM Gallery; Thérèse Mulgrew — Mezzanine Gallery; Noel Mercado — Studio Gallery; together, these four exhibitions create perspectives on how we build meaning from the fragments of our environments: natural, emotional, material, and cultural; for information, call 563-590-2533.
Event Title: Quiet Intersections. Venue: Voices Studios.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Voices Studios.
For more info visit voicesstudios.org. Rock Island 250: Tidbits from Rock Island's 250-Year Past
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 17; this display will cover bits of Rock Island's history as we celebrate our nation's Semiquincentennial of its birthday on July 4, 1776; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Rock Island 250: Tidbits from Rock Island's 250-Year Past. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, July 6, 2026.
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, July 6, 2026.
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, July 6, 2026.
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, July 6, 2026.
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, July 6, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Walking CASI's Main Street
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; 11 times around makes a mile; our walking track has windows to look outside and pleasant scenery along the way to make your exercise time fun with friends, or on your own; our special flooring will be kind to your knees and joints; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Walking CASI's Main Street. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 8:30am-noon & 2-4pm, Tue.-Thu. 8:30-4pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Billiards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Tone & Walk
SENIORS
Mon. & Wed.; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Tone & Walk. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Niabi Zoo Camp: Biological Bonds for Ages 10-13 - Session 5
KIDS' STUFF
thru July 10; campers will learn to develop their own relationships with animals and their environment to uncover the importance of wildlife exploration through hands-on activities, lessons, and animal experiences; from local habitats to ecosystems across our globe, our Conservation Educators will inspire campers to become champions for wildlife and stewards of the Earth; for information and to register, call 309-799-3482.
Event Title: Niabi Zoo Camp: Biological Bonds for Ages 10-13 - Session 5. Venue: Niabi Zoo.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo.
For more info visit www.niabizoo.com. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one of CASI’s most popular fitness classes, mostly from a sitting position; the class includes hand weights, resistance bands, balls, and chairs; there are occasional intervals of walking, but any ability can be adapted to this class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Ugly Quilts
SENIORS
on Mondays; make quilt bed rolls for area homeless; no experience is needed; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Linings Bell Choir
SENIORS
on Mondays; the group practices May thru September; the ability to read music is a practical requirement for joining but previous bell-ringing experience is not required; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Linings Bell Choir. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
CASI (Center Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. PokéMonday: Pokémon Go at the Park!
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; meet your youth librarians at the park for an hour of Pokémon Go; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: PokéMonday: Pokémon Go at the Park! Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Pre-K Prep Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; for ages 3-5; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Pre-K Prep Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Storytime with a Splash!
KIDS' STUFF
join us for stories and songs in the summer sun and then beat the heat at the Riverside Riverslide Splash Pad; for children birth to 6 years old with an adult; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Storytime with a Splash! Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Tales for Tots
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; an enriching literacy experience designed for children ages 0–3 and a caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Ceramic Totem Poles for Ages 13-18
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9; with instructor Laura Warner; inspired by Preston Singletary’s "Raven and the Box of Daylight," students will use clay hand-building techniques to build a totem pole of their own design; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Ceramic Totem Poles for Ages 13-18. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Teen Intensive Puppet Creation
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9; with instructor Seth Chappell; taught by our very own professional puppet builder/performer/instructor, you will create your own arm/rod puppet using the same materials that large creation shops use around the world; this is the first class of its kind, and we are excited to see where your imagination takes you; basic hand sewing skills are helpful, but not a must; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Teen Intensive Puppet Creation. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Mah Jongg
SENIORS
Mon. 10am, Tue. 1pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Mah Jongg. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Zumba
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 10:15-11:15am, Thu. 8:45-9:45am; aerobic fitness exercise based on Latin American dance rhythms; participants are taught some basic easy-to-learn movements for a fun workout; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Zumba. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Bridge
SENIORS
on Mondays & Fridays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 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; open to everyone 60 years and up; annual registration is required; make your 48-hour advanced reservation, for meal planning, by calling 563.386.7477 Ext. 248; donations are welcomed.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. SAL Community Services Drop-In
EVENTS
on Mondays; drop-in hours do not require health insurance, and can assist with:
• Accessing childcare for children 6 weeks- 12 years old
• Accessing childcare for non-traditional hours of care, nights and weekends
• Information about how to become a licensed childcare provider
• Information and support with applying for and eligibility for the Illinois Child Care Assistance Program (Illinois CCAP)
• Enrollment in our Prevention Initiative program (for children 0-3 years old in Rock Island County)
• Enrollment in our Early Head Start program (for pregnant moms and children birth-age 3 in Rock Island, Henry, and Mercer counties)
• Enrollment in our IDHS home-visiting program (for children 0-5 years old in Rock Island County. IDHS is ideal for parents that may not be working or going to school and don’t necessarily need childcare for their children)
• And more!
no appointment is necessary, participants are helped on a first-come, first-served basis; free; for information call 309…
Event Title: SAL Community Services Drop-In. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Kidstock Music Camp 2
KIDS' STUFF
thru July 11; the camps give young musicians, ages 8-18, the opportunity to participate in workshops led by professional musicians, form a band with fellow campers, and put on a performance in Common Chord’s Redstone Room for their friends and family; students learn valuable life skills such as teamwork, confidence, and self-expression, all while doing something they love; $250; for information, call 563-223-8642.
Event Title: Kidstock Music Camp 2. Venue: Common Chord.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Common Chord.
For more info visit www.commonchordqc.org. Drums Alive
SENIORS
fun, choreographed workouts to music using drumsticks, stability balls, and your own power; the class is done from a sitting position and can be modified for all levels and abilities; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Drums Alive. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Chair Zumba
SENIORS
for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chair Zumba. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. PNG: Teen Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App)
KIDS' STUFF
teens can learn how to create digital art using iPads from an art instructor; this class covers Tayasui Sketches. Tayasui Sketches is a popular, minimalist digital drawing app designed for realistic sketching, painting, and doodling; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: PNG: Teen Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App). Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Euchre
SENIORS
on Mondays; learn to play for fun and prepare for weekly tournaments; $2-5; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Euchre. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Shuffleboard
SENIORS
on Mondays; join the fun of this low-impact activity providing participants with multiple health benefits as well as an opportunity to get out and socialize; shuffleboard is a Senior Olympic sport, so start your training now; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Painting Exploration for Ages 13-18
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9; with instructor Annie Peters; we will explore various techniques to apply acrylic and watercolor paint to create unique textures in our artwork; regardless of your level of painting experience, this class will be an opportunity to play and try something new; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Painting Exploration for Ages 13-18. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Space Camp for Ages 6-8
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9; with instructor Laura Warner; join an out of this world adventure in drawing, painting and sculpture; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Space Camp for Ages 6-8. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Make a Mini Snake Plant
KIDS' STUFF
use recycled materials, tape, and paint to create a tiny potted snake plant; snake plants are known for being low maintenance; you're going to make a plant that is no maintenance; ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Make a Mini Snake Plant. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 8:30am-noon & 2-4pm, Tue.-Thu. 8:30-4pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Billiards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, July 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland
LECTURES
on Mondays; one-on-one assistance from a representative from Goodwill of the Heartland's Helms Career Center; no appointment or computer skills necessary; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Assistance w/ Goodwill of the Heartland. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. QCL Book Club
LITERARY ARTS
join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for their monthly book club! Each month, Brittany and Morgan will discuss what they read the previous month and introduce a new title; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QCL Book Club. Venue: KWQC TV6.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
KWQc-TV6.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Party
KIDS' STUFF
celebrate ten years of Pokemon Go with us as we enjoy crafts, snacks, and a trading card swap; you can bring cards to trade, or you can see what we have to offer as far as free cards are concerned; attendees can also win a prize by completing our scavenger hunt, and playing Pokemon Go on your phone or tablet is encouraged at this event; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Pokemon Go 10th Anniversary Party. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis – Dragonfly Summer
VISUAL ARTS
artist Anna Davis will lead us in painting a masterpiece featuring dragonflies; no painting experience necessary, as Anna will help you along; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Adult Arts & Crafts: Painting with Anna Davis – Dragonfly Summer. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. PNG: Tween Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App)
KIDS' STUFF
teens can learn how to create digital art using iPads from an art instructor; this class covers Tayasui Sketches. Tayasui Sketches is a popular, minimalist digital drawing app designed for realistic sketching, painting, and doodling; free; for information, call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: PNG: Tween Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App). Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Bettendorf City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City's Cable Channel, check Mediacom or Metronet for channel; council meetings can be watched live (when available) on Youtube; for information, call 563-344-4000 or e-mail webmaster@bettendorf.org.
Event Title: Bettendorf City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting. Venue: Bettendorf City Hall.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Bettendorf City Hall.
For more info visit www.bettendorf.org. Death Cafe
EVENTS
people gather to discuss death over coffee and treats with no agenda, objectives, or themes; it is a group-directed discussion of death rather than a grief support group; all are welcome to attend and participate to what extent they are comfortable; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Death Cafe. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Milan City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the first and third Monday of the month; for information, e-mail info@milan.il.us or call 309-787-8500.
Event Title: Milan City Council Meeting. Venue: Milan Municipal Center.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Milan Municipal Center.
For more info visit www.milanil.org. Great River Brewery Game Night
EVENTS
on Mondays until closing time; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Venue: Great River Brewery.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Somatic Yoga
HEALTH
led by Sanctuary Studios; a class in the Move It Mondays Summer Fitness Series; participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats; $5 per class, with participants able to register for individual sessions.
Event Title: Somatic Yoga. Venue: Skinner Block Courtyard.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Skinner Block Courtyard.
For more info visit molinecentre.org. Adventures in Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
join us for a fun time of adventures through stories; the only thing we require is that you be ready to have fun and go on a journey; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Adventures in Storytime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Young Washington
MOVIES
screening of the historical drama; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Young Washington. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Johnny Delaware - Grand Motel - Company Dimes (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the folk/rock singer/songwriter from Charleston, South Carolina; featuring sets by Grand Motel and Company Dimes; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Joy March Workshop
VISUAL ARTS
in preparation for the Library's Joy March, on July 18, we invite you to a creative workshop to help you prepare to be bold, be silly, and be present; join Miss Holly and Mister Joe as we create puppets, noise-makers, giant cardboard heads, and whatever else you can come up with; we’ll provide a multitude of materials to help you create something fantastic; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Joy March Workshop. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Aledo City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month; Committee of the Whole meets at 6:15pm, with the regular meeting at 6:30pm; for information, call 309-582-7241.
Event Title: Aledo City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting. Venue: Aledo City Council Chamber.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM.
Aledo City Council Chamber.
For more info visit aledoil.org. Hello Beautiful
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Ann Napolitano's novel with the Adult Book Club; join us for books, snacks, and conversation; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Hello Beautiful. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Hot Rods (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
event in the 2026 Summer Concert in the Park Series; brats, hot dogs, sloppy joes, chips, pie, soda, bottled water, and coffee will be sold from 5pm until sold out in the dining room; at 6:30pm, popcorn, soda, and bottled water will be sold through the popcorn window; bring lawn chairs; parking available in former Bethany’s lot or old
Dispatch lot at 1821 6th Ave. cross 6th Ave to enter park; for information, call 309-797-0789.
Venue: Moline Township Activity Center.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Moline Township Activity Center.
For more info visit www.molinetownship.com. East Moline City Council Regular Meeting / Committee of the Whole Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
meets on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month; the Committee of the Whole meeting follows directly afterward; for information, call 309-752-1599.
Event Title: East Moline City Council Regular Meeting / Committee of the Whole Meeting. Venue: East Moline Council Chambers at City Hall.
Monday, July 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
East Moline Council Chambers at City Hall.
For more info visit www.eastmoline.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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Children's Summer Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru July 25; get growing this summer at the Moline Public Library with our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Children's Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Summer Reading Program
KIDS' STUFF
thru July 25; teens and tweens going into grades 6-12, read, grow, and explore at the at Moline Public Library this summer; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Teen Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Adult Summer Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru July 25; ages 18+ are invited to plant a seed of curiosity, growth, and learning and read this summer with the Moline Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Adult Summer Reading Program. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge
LITERARY ARTS
thru July 31; readers of all ages win prizes for registration, and reaching their mid-way and completion reading and activity goals; everyone from preschools to school ages, teens, and adults can join in the fun; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Challenge. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Davenport Civil Rights Movement
MUSEUMS
thru July 31; explore the powerful stories, struggles, and triumphs that shaped the fight for equality in our community; through photographs, documents, and firsthand oral histories, this exhibit highlights Davenport’s role in the broader Civil Rights Movement and honors the individuals who stood for justice; discover how local actions helped drive national change, and why these stories still matter today; 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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Kaleidoscope Odyssey
MUSEUMS
thru Sept. 7; featuring more than 24 large-scale, immersive kaleidoscopes created by worldrenowned artist and Davenport native Tom Chouteau, Kaleidoscope Odyssey celebrates the intersection of visual art, science, and optics; Chouteau’s work has been featured in exhibitions from Japan to New York, and now returns home in an experience designed to captivate visitors of all ages; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy
MUSEUMS
thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; 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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Shaped By Immigrants: Celebrating 250 Years of the United States
MUSEUMS
thru Nov. 1; over the past 250 years, German immigrants and their descendants, particularly in the Midwest, have helped develop, challenge, and improve the United States; the exhibition will feature information about German immigrants in the United States going as far back as the first Jamestown settlements, and shed light on the ways in which the country was built and shaped by immigrants; 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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. 2026 DART Senior Thesis Show
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 30; exhibit designed honor and celebrate the creativity of four graduating digital art and design majors before they step into the world as professional designers; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: 2026 DART Senior Thesis Show. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. A Golden Age for Whom?
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 20; the exhibit will bring together contemporary artists responding to the themes and aesthetics explored in our concurrent exhibition "The Golden Age: Featuring Northern European Works from the National Gallery of Art"; the two exhibitions will be installed in adjoining galleries, allowing visitors to move directly between historic works and contemporary responses; the exhibition will feature both loans and works from the Figge’s collection, including pieces by Beth Lipman, Oliver Okolo, Yasumasa Morimura, Fabiola Jean-Louis, and others; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Golden Age for Whom? Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Bicycle Worlds
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 7; exhibit of bike photography by Ken Urban and bike illustrations by Jeff Williams; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bicycle Worlds. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 31; exhibit of abstract paintings by James Bowden and fused-glass art by Barbara Shultz-Hetrick; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Bowden & Shultz-Hetrick. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Homecoming Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 1; for SAU alumni only; artists may submit up to three (3) artworks; all media are eligible, but should not measure greater than 36” in any dimension; for information and to submit, e-mail Catich@sau.edu.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Homecoming Exhibition. Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3; this exhibition presents a striking series of collaborative portrait panels by Iowa City artists Michael and Connie Roberts, featuring notable figures from American history; Michael’s carefully rendered likenesses combine with Connie’s hand-carved sculptural storytelling; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Connie and Michael Roberts: Portrait of America. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Corn Zone
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 27; this Figge favorite features a “field” of oversized blown-glass ears of corn carefully suspended from the museum's ceiling; "Corn Zone" was created by Wisconsin glass artist Michael Meilahn and video and sound designer Nick Nebel; this installation explores the story of agriculture in the region and highlights contemporary issues such as genetic modification; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Corn Zone. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Muscatine & the Civil War
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 30; a powerful exhibition that brings the national conflict into sharp local focus while exploring how one river town was forever changed by war; through letters, photographs, and deeply personal artifacts, visitors encounter the courage and sacrifice of Muscatine citizens who answered the call to serve; 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 & the Civil War. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 30; this exhibition places Peter's box assemblages in conversation with those of his son, artist Bill Stamats; each applies their own unique artistic vision to the form, and together they demonstrate an artistic heritage that continues today; 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: Out of the Box: The Art of Peter Stamats and Bills Stamats. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Quiet Intersections
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 31; a multi‑faceted experience that reveals how individual artistic voices can converge, diverge, and share creative space; featured artists: Allie Kushnir — Main Gallery; Shalen Stephenson — JM Gallery; Thérèse Mulgrew — Mezzanine Gallery; Noel Mercado — Studio Gallery; together, these four exhibitions create perspectives on how we build meaning from the fragments of our environments: natural, emotional, material, and cultural; for information, call 563-590-2533.
Event Title: Quiet Intersections. Venue: Voices Studios.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Voices Studios.
For more info visit voicesstudios.org. Rock Island 250: Tidbits from Rock Island's 250-Year Past
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 17; this display will cover bits of Rock Island's history as we celebrate our nation's Semiquincentennial of its birthday on July 4, 1776; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Rock Island 250: Tidbits from Rock Island's 250-Year Past. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
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.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Walking CASI's Main Street
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; 11 times around makes a mile; our walking track has windows to look outside and pleasant scenery along the way to make your exercise time fun with friends, or on your own; our special flooring will be kind to your knees and joints; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Walking CASI's Main Street. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 8:30am-noon & 2-4pm, Tue.-Thu. 8:30-4pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Billiards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Ferrying on the Mississippi
LECTURES
presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; with Reggie Mcleod - Editor and Publisher, Big River Magazine; before we crossed the Mississippi River on bridges, people used a creative variety of ferry systems, and a few still operate today; learn all about ferries and why they are an important part of history and river life; Tue. & Thu. 9-10:45am; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Ferrying on the Mississippi. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit www.riveraction.org. Coffee & Conversations
SENIORS
senior citizens of retirement ages are invited to stop in for socializing and optional activities; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Coffee & Conversations. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Line Dancing: Beginner
SENIORS
on Tuesdays, 9-9:30am & 9:30-10am; learn all the latest moves in a fun way to stay in shape; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Line Dancing: Beginner. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers Classic
SENIORS
Tue. & Thu.; chair exercises can offer a seated routine that rivals any you've ever done on your feet; you can also do this class standing if you want to give it a try; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers Classic. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers EnerChi
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; move through a slow-flowing sequence as you shift your weight from front to back, side to side, in rhythm to your instructor's direction; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers EnerChi. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Movement Yoga
HEALTH
on Tuesdays; join MaryBeth Wood for a yoga session centered on mat yoga and movement sessions meant to get the blood flowing and the body going; these sessions are appropriate for anyone from beginner to advanced skill sets; please bring your own yoga mat if you have one; if you do not have a yoga mat, one will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Movement Yoga. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Chair Yoga
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chair Yoga. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers Stability
SENIORS
Tue. & Thu.; 15-minute class designed to improve balance and prevent falls; you will improve your lower body strength with chair support and a variety of training techniques to keep you on your feet and steady; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers Stability. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterward for free play for the little ones; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. The cArt!
VISUAL ARTS
on Tuesdays & Saturdays; find our art cart in selected galleries this July for in-depth conversations about art; books, objects, gallery games and information, along with a trained docent, will be available for guests to explore art topics in new ways; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: The cArt! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Toddler Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; best for children ages 1-4 years and their grown-ups; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one of CASI’s most popular fitness classes, mostly from a sitting position; the class includes hand weights, resistance bands, balls, and chairs; there are occasional intervals of walking, but any ability can be adapted to this class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Milestones AAA Meal Site
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri; open to everyone 60 years and up; annual registration is required; make your 48-hour advanced reservation, for meal planning, by calling 563.386.7477 Ext. 248; donations are welcomed.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Red Hat Club
SENIORS
on the first Tue. of the month; meeting locations vary; check with Front Desk or check the current CASI Connections for this month's location; meal paid for by the participant; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Red Hat Club. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. Senior Technology Clinic
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; Mike Shinbori invites you to bring in tablets, laptops, cell phones, etc. with any questions; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Senior Technology Clinic. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Crocheting & Knitting
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; help make hats, scarves, and mittens for local organizations that help individuals in need; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Crocheting & Knitting. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. PNG: Teen Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App)
KIDS' STUFF
teens going into high school can learn how to create digital art using iPads from an art instructor; the library will provide iPads for students to use during the class; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: PNG: Teen Digital Art (Tayasui Sketches App). Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. My Friends
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Fredrik Backman's book with Pageturners, a contemporary fiction and nonfiction book discussion group that meets the first Tuesday of each month; books are provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and can be picked up at the Information Desk; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: My Friends. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Upcycle Your Style
VISUAL ARTS
bring an item or two of clothing to fancify; choose from bedazzling, embroidery, fabric paint and markers, stenciling, heat press, and vinyl; open to adults and grades 8-12; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Upcycle Your Style. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Canasta
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Canasta. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Mah Jongg
SENIORS
Mon. 10am, Tue. 1pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Mah Jongg. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Bingo
KIDS' STUFF
enjoy rounds of Bingo at the library for a chance to win a small prize; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Bingo. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Teen Book Release Party: Heartstopper Vol. 6
KIDS' STUFF
celebrate the end of the Heartstopper series with a special book release party; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Book Release Party: Heartstopper Vol. 6. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Midwinter Break
MOVIES
screening of the Lesley Manville romantic drama in the Tuesday Cinema series; join us for a popular movie recently released to DVD, rated PG, PG-13, or R; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Midwinter Break. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Cribbage
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Cribbage. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Maquoketa Farmers Market
EVENTS
on Tuesdays; featuring fresh, homemade, handmade baked goods, pork products, produce, jams and jellies, crafts, plants, strawberries and sweet corn in season, and more; musicians will perform each week on the park’s new Ann and Bob Osterhaus stage; local nonprofits will host a food stand each week; vendor booths will be situated around the perimeter of the park so that customers can browse and buy while walking on secure pavement; throughout the season, we’ll host activities and contests as in previous years, including Christmas in July, baking contests, pumpkin carving, and more.
Event Title: Maquoketa Farmers Market. Venue: Glovik Community Park.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Glovik Community Park.
For more info visit www.maqfarmersmarket.org. Coloring Café
VISUAL ARTS
enjoy some coloring at our coloring cafe; we will have different art mediums available like markers, painting, and diamond art; beverages will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Coloring Café. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Fundraiser Tuesday: Career Minded
EVENTS
for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Fundraiser Tuesday: Career Minded. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Kids’ Advisory Board
KIDS' STUFF
for ages 7 and 10; KAB members will meet once a month with Ms. Emily and Mr. Joe to talk all things library; members will have the opportunity to share ideas for future children’s programs, make suggestions for items to add to library collections, and participate in service projects like making decorations or bulletin boards; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids’ Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Tuesday: No-Bake Cheesecake
KIDS' STUFF
learn how to make no-bake cheesecake; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: No-Bake Cheesecake. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. How to Play American Mahjong Part 1
LECTURES
join Catherine Petersen, Scott Community College English Professor, for an introduction to the history of the game and a lesson on how to play American Mahjong; this program will be in two parts; the first part will be an introduction, instruction, and beginner play; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: How to Play American Mahjong Part 1. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Southwest Stitch Club
VISUAL ARTS
a gathering of crafters of all levels and all craft interests; simply bring along your handicraft and expect to meet your neighbors; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Southwest Stitch Club. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Cale Bowe (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Cale Bowe (6pm). Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Talk of The Town
EVENTS
on Tuesdays, hosted by DJ Powder (Tiana Washington); featuring local perspectives related to the world of arts, sports, and music; we highlight local change-makers who are making a difference in a variety of industries; listen to the show online at tunein.com or Facebook/tianapowderwashington.
Venue: KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. The Convalescence - Squidhammer (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the Midwestern symphonic horror-deathcore band, featuring a set by Squidhammer; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Adult DIY: Citronella Candle
VISUAL ARTS
join us and make your very own citronella candle; they are great for keeping mosquitoes away; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Adult DIY: Citronella Candle. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Visions of America: The Nation at 250
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 13; from nostalgic to critical, the works drawn from the permanent collection and presented in this exhibition form a multi-faceted portrait of a vast and complex country; 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: Visions of America: The Nation at 250. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Brian Skow with Cooper (6:30pm). Venue: R Bar.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
R Bar.
Starrytime
KIDS' STUFF
for ages 2-5, with all ages welcome; we'll be focusing on bedtime stories to help your little ones wind down from their long day; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Starrytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Peoria Chiefs
SPORTS
minor-league baseball game; Tue.-Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 1pm; $4-19.50; for information and tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Peoria Chiefs. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Front Street Taproom Comedy Open Mic
COMEDY
this mic is perfect for newcomers, vets, and folks who are holding on to a dream with the ferocity of a thousand suns.
Event Title: Front Street Taproom Comedy Open Mic. Venue: Front Street Brewery Tap Room.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Front Street Brewery Tap Room.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Silvis City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month; for information, call 309-792-9181.
Event Title: Silvis City Council Meeting. Venue: Silvis City Hall.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Silvis City Hall.
For more info visit www.silvisil.org. Bettendorf City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
recorded meetings can be seen at Bettendorf.org or City's Cable Channel, check Mediacom or Metronet for channel; council meetings can be watched live (when available) on Youtube; for information, call 563-344-4000 or e-mail webmaster@bettendorf.org.
Event Title: Bettendorf City Council Meeting. Venue: Bettendorf City Hall.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bettendorf City Hall.
For more info visit www.bettendorf.org. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.