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, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; 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: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art 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: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Statements for Small Screens
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 1; exhibit by Michigan-based artist Lorelei d’Andriole, an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersections of intermedia and transgender studies; her work is built on the idea that “fantasy allows us to imagine radical alternatives to the present, and art is the praxis of fantasy."; she will present a collection of video performances, sculptures, and interactive work; Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free; for information, contact Luce Gallery Coordinator Brooks Cashbaugh at bcashbaugh@cornellcollege.edu.
Event Title: Statements for Small Screens. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley
VISUAL ARTS
thru March 1; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 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.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Wire Wrapped Locket
VISUAL ARTS
with instructor Cheryl Weatherford; take your wire weaving to the next level by creating a keepsake locket to wear as a pendant or carry to hold special trinkets; use heavy gauge copper wire to create the shape and attach the layers with a weaving wire in coiled and wheat patterns; bring sufficient eyewear for detailed work; $78; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Wire Wrapped Locket. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. The Night Life Band (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
timeless country hits you can dance to; $7/person at the door.
Event Title: The Night Life Band (2pm). Venue: Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Harley's Pub & Reception Hall.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Manny Lopez Big Band (2pm)
LIVE MUSIC
the musicians will be performing all your favorites from such legendary artists as Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton, just to name a few; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 309-786=7733 extension 2.
Venue: The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
The Circa '21 Speakeasy.
For more info visit www.thecirca21speakeasy.com. Disenchanted!
THEATRE
musical comedy in which the original storybook heroines are none-too-happy with the way they’ve been portrayed in today’s pop culture, so they’ve tossed their tiaras and have come to life to set the record straight; directed by Cheryl Clark; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $20-37; for information, call 515-518-0658.
Event Title: Disenchanted! Venue: Tallgrass Theatre Company.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tallgrass Theatre Company.
For more info visit tallgrasstheatre.org. Primary Trust
THEATRE
Eboni Booth's 2024 Pulitzer Prize winner about a 30-something and his imaginary friend; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: Primary Trust. Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org. Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc
SPORTS
professional minor-league ice-hockey game; $18-48; for information and tickets, call 309-277-1364.
Event Title: Quad City Storm vs. Huntsville Havoc. Venue: Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:10 PM – 5:10 PM.
Vibrant Arena at the MARK.
For more info visit quadcitystorm.com. Hap Hazard (3pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Hap Hazard (3pm). Venue: Hawg Dogs.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Hawg Dogs.
Pride & Prejudice
MOVIES
a screening of the 2005 Jane Austen adaptation starring Keira Knightley; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Pride & Prejudice. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. Reef Builders
MOVIES
a screening in the 2026 QC Environmental Film Series with popcorn included; $10, students free with ID; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: Reef Builders. Venue: Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit qcenvironmentalfilmseries.org. Singin' in the Rain
MOVIES
a screening of the Gene Kelly musical classic; for information, call 309-628-0156.
Event Title: Singin' in the Rain. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. God of Carnage
THEATRE
Yasmina Reza's Tony-winning comedy about warring parents and a playground altercation, directed by Jeremy Mahr; rated R for adult language and epithets; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; for information and tickets, call 309-762-0330.
Event Title: God of Carnage. Venue: Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Playcrafters Barn Theatre.
For more info visit playcrafters.com. Angela Meyer (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Angela Meyer (4pm). Venue: MJ's Tap.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
MJ's Tap.
Eva Kendall (4pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Eva Kendall (4pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Open Mic Night (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night (5pm). Venue: Rustic Ridge Golf Course.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rustic Ridge Golf Course.
Lucky Stiff
THEATRE
musical comedy about a shoe salesman, a $4 million inheritance, and a vacationing corpse; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 1/21 and 1/22: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Lucky Stiff. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Chrisongwriter, Tone Da Boss, & More (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Chrisongwriter, Tone Da Boss, & More (6pm). Venue: Skylark Concert Studio.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Skylark Concert Studio.
The Congregation presents Wix Patton (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: The Congregation presents Wix Patton (6:30pm). Venue: Gabe's.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Dan Tedesco
LIVE MUSIC
raised on the classic songwriters of the '60s-'70s, Tedesco layers those early pop/folk influences with both his deep background in jazz and the crunch of early-'90s grunge; 6pm potluck, 7pm concert; $20-30 suggested donation.
Venue: Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bishop Hill Creative Commons.
For more info visit www.xroadscc.org. Rent in Concert
LIVE MUSIC
an ensemble of stellar vocalists and instrumentalists come together to share the iconic music of Rent like never before; this symphonic take on the Jonathan Larson’s musical includes the full score of the show, including favorites like “Seasons of Love,” “La Vie Bohème,” and “Take Me or Leave Me"; $20-95; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. The Lone Bellow - Fabrizio
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the Brooklyn-based band known for their transcendent harmonies, serious musicianship, and raucous live performances; featuring a set by Fabrizio; $20-40; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; 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: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art 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: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 2; exhibit of photos by Pete Mutschler, folded paper by Rebecca Quick, and serigraphs by Keosha Westphal; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Mutschler, Quick, & Westphal. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. 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, March 2, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Monday, March 2, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM.
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; 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Little Movers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. 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, March 2, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
CASI (Center Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Pre-K Prep Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; designed especially to give children access to opportunities that promote school success and build early literacy skills; in addition to stories, songs, and fingerplays, we’ll engage in fun activities that help with letter and number recognition, sight words, counting, colors, and more; 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, March 2, 2026, 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, March 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Mah Jongg
SENIORS
Mon. 10am, Tue. 1pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Mah Jongg. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Little Movers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
Mondays at 9:30 & 11am; for kids ages 0 to 3 and their grownup, join us in the Children's Program Room for stories, songs, and rhymes; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Little Movers Storytime. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Bridge
SENIORS
on Mondays & Fridays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Monday, March 2, 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.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, March 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Circe
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Madeline Miller's book with the Alpha Book Club; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Circe. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 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, March 2, 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, March 2, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Sew What?
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; learn sewing basics through simple, fun projects; no experience, no problem; we've got the knowledge and tools to get you started; this program is for children ages 7 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Sew What? Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Library.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Mindfulness Workshop
HEALTH
Jose Burgos will lead this workshop on the theory and practice of mindfulness; through mindfulness meditation, we allow ourselves to pay attention to present-moment experiences; Burgos trained with the 1st Ashram of the Gran Fraternidad Universal (GFU), Dr. Serge Raynaud de la Ferrière; please register soon as space is limited to 15 participants; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Mindfulness Workshop. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Wizarding Club
KIDS' STUFF
ages 7-11 can celebrate all things wizarding world; activities will vary, but include trivia, crafts, snacks, and spells; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Wizarding Club. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. 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, March 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Bettendorf City Hall.
For more info visit www.bettendorf.org. Metal Bezel Pendant
VISUAL ARTS
with instructor Maggie Joynt; hone your soldering skills by capturing and securing a stone cabochon with a metal bezel; learn how to size your bezel, solder it into position, and make sure that cab stays in place; clean everything up and complete your pendant; $88; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Metal Bezel Pendant. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.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, March 2, 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; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Venue: Great River Brewery.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. 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, March 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Pokémon Day at the Library!
KIDS' STUFF
celebrate 30 years of Pokémon with fellow fans of Pokémon, play games, trade cards, and craft some of your favorite Pokémon; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Pokémon Day at the Library! Venue: Moline Public Library.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey
VISUAL ARTS
on Mondays; students will learn the basics of acrylic painting and how it can be an ideal medium for any artist; enjoy a relaxed environment when painting, so you can find ease as you experiment with your paint strokes; whether you are an absolute beginner or have advanced experience, join us to enjoy the freedom of acrylic painting; $125-140 for four classes beginning the Monday of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Acrylic Painting with Brad Bisbey. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Coiled Basketry
VISUAL ARTS
Mondays thru Mar. 16; with instructor Rowen Schussheim Anderson; students will learn how to create a traditional coiled basket, using methods like the “Figure Eight” and “Lazy” stitch; instruction will also include learning how to embellish your basket form with beads, feathers, and other adornments; $75-80; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Coiled Basketry. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, March 2, 2026, 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM.
Aledo City Council Chamber.
For more info visit aledoil.org. The Swimmers
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Julie Otsuka's book with the Adult Book Club; join us for books, snacks, and conversation; the book is available at the front desk; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: The Swimmers. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. 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, March 2, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; 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: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art 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: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild 2026 Display
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 8; quilts from the Mississippi Valley Quilter's Guild (MVQG) will be on display in the museum's Grand Lobby and River Room; admission to view the quilts is free to the public; volunteers from the MVQG will be available to chat and answer questions; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild 2026 Display. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, March 3, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Coffee and 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 and Conversations. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 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 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Tony Hoeppner & Friends (noon)
LIVE MUSIC
this concert is suitable for music lovers of all ages; light refreshments will be provided; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. The River Is Missing
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Wally Lamb's novel with the Pageturners discussion group; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: The River Is Missing. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Bingo
EVENTS
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, March 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Tuesday Cinema
MOVIES
join us for a popular PG or PG-13 movie recently released on DVD; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Tuesday Cinema. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Felt Plushies
KIDS' STUFF
learn to make your own felt plushies; this program uses hot glue, so is best suited to kids 8 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Felt Plushies. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. 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, March 3, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Fundraiser Tuesday
EVENTS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Fundraiser Tuesday. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Tuesday, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Tuesday: Shrinky Dinks
KIDS' STUFF
design your own shrinky dinks; supplies limited to the first 10 participants; registration is not required; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Shrinky Dinks. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Ceramic Animal Windchimes
VISUAL ARTS
Tuesdays thru Mar. 24; with instructor Laura Warner; students will learn and utilize basic ceramic hand building methods to create a personalized set of windchimes, inspired by or including animals of their choice; techniques such as creating slabs, attaching clay pieces together, and glazing will be covered; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Ceramic Animal Windchimes. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 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, March 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. PJ Storytime: Dr. Seuss
KIDS' STUFF
free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: PJ Storytime: Dr. Seuss. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Marguerite LeClaire: What We Forget About History When We Forget About Women
LECTURES
learn what focusing on Marguerite tells us not only about the history of the region, and what focusing on women's roles can tell us about history more broadly; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Marguerite LeClaire: What We Forget About History When We Forget About Women. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Victor Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the dance rock singer/songwriter based in Brooklyn; $19.84.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Starrytime
KIDS' STUFF
join us monthly for a special nighttime Starrytime; we'll be focusing on bedtime stories to help your little ones wind down from their long day; this program is designed for ages 1-5, but all ages are welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Starrytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Library.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.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, March 3, 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, March 3, 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, March 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Penelope Road
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Penelope Road. Venue: Gabe's.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Gabe's.
For more info visit www.facebook.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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; 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: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; 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: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art 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: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild 2026 Display
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 8; quilts from the Mississippi Valley Quilter's Guild (MVQG) will be on display in the museum's Grand Lobby and River Room; admission to view the quilts is free to the public; volunteers from the MVQG will be available to chat and answer questions; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild 2026 Display. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Wednesday, March 4, 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).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 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).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. CASI Advisory Council
SENIORS
on the 1st Wed. of the month; volunteer leaders and CASI members interested in making a difference and having a voice in the direction of the organization are invited to join the CASI Advisory Council; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: CASI Advisory Council. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
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; 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).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Chair Yoga
HEALTH
on Wednesdays; enjoy a guided yoga session with Mary Beth; chair yoga is perfect for all abilities and ages; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Chair Yoga. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Preschool Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. CASI Royal Neighbors Chapter
SENIORS
on the first Wed. of the month; members work together to decide how to create chapter funds that can be used to help CASI activities; each member can apply for $200 annually for their own projects at CASI or any other charity they would like to help; $20 annual membership paid to Royal Neighbors; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: CASI Royal Neighbors Chapter. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. T'ai Chi Ch'un
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; Chinese martial art practiced for defense training, health benefits, and meditation; improves balance, stability, and flexibility; $26/member, $52/community per 6-week session; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: T'ai Chi Ch'un. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Toddler Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group)
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; 10:30am weigh-in, 11am meeting; this weight loss support group offers tools and programs for healthy living, weight management, and group fellowship and recognition; national membership dues ($16) must be paid to start the program; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Monthly Drawing Classes with Laura Warner
VISUAL ARTS
Wednesdays thru Mar. 25; join us to learn and grow your skill in drawing! Each month covers a different topic, technique, and/or drawing material; students are welcome to bring their own supplies, but everything will be provided; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Monthly Drawing Classes with Laura Warner. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Englert Theatre Building Tour
EVENTS
our monthly tours, hosted by one of our staff members, will give you and your group an insider experience of The Englert, complete with a range of fun historic facts and walkthrough of the space; free; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Event Title: Englert Theatre Building Tour. Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Mahjong
EVENTS
on Wednesdays; play some rounds of Mahjong at the library; all supplies will be provided. If you don't know how to play, someone will be available to teach you; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Mahjong. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Craft Wednesdays
SENIORS
join fellow crafters for a social time to work on any craft projects you bring; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Craft Wednesdays. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Sue Prideaux's book with the Art Lovers Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Wild Thing: A Life of Paul Gauguin. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Euchre
SENIORS
on Wed. & Fri.; tournaments every week; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Euchre. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 12:45 PM – 3:45 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Beginner Mah Jongg
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; learn this fun game; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Beginner Mah Jongg. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Lucky Stiff
THEATRE
musical comedy about a shoe salesman, a $4 million inheritance, and a vacationing corpse; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 1/21 and 1/22: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Lucky Stiff. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Bunco
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. After School Kids Lab: Leaf Rubbings
KIDS' STUFF
earn about different types of leaves and create your own leaf rubbings; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Leaf Rubbings. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 join us for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Kids Craft Series
KIDS' STUFF
hang out and learn to make something new; best suited to kids 7+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids Craft Series. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. D&D Roleplay Club
KIDS' STUFF
grab your dice and join us for the library’s Dungeons & Dragons roleplay club; beginner-friendly ongoing campaign where all new players are welcome - recommended for ages 8+; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: D&D Roleplay Club. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Gaming
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Library Council
KIDS' STUFF
a great way to get involved with the library and earn volunteer hours for school or job/college applications; join us as we discuss upcoming events, play games to win prizes and make new friends; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Teen Library Council. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Sew Fun! Personalized Bookmarks
KIDS' STUFF
free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Sew Fun! Personalized Bookmarks. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Evening Bingo
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; cash prizes for each game with a progressive jackpot; 5pm doors, 6pm bingo; $10 starter packet per person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Evening Bingo. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
the Davenport City Council meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month in the Committee of the Whole meeting, and on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month in the City Council meeting; the City Council will from time-to-time have special meetings or work sessions as needed; for information, call 563-326-7711 or e-mail contactus@davenportiowa.com.
Event Title: Davenport City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting. Venue: Davenport City Hall.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport City Hall.
For more info visit www.davenportiowa.com. Jason Eady - Marques Morel (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the Texas-based country and honkytonk singer/songwriter, featuring a set by Marques Morel; $26.45.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Coal Valley City Hall Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month; for information, e-mail info@coalvalleyil.org or call 309-799-3604.
Event Title: Coal Valley City Hall Meeting. Venue: Coal Valley Village Hall.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Coal Valley Village Hall.
For more info visit www.coalvalleyil.org. Levi Craft (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Levi Craft (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fleet Feet Run
EVENTS
on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Fleet Feet Run. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Investing and Taxes - Part 1
LECTURES
let financial advisor Ray Kozicki from the Society for Financial Awareness guide you through the minefield of investments and taxes in this first of the two-part series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Investing and Taxes - Part 1. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. The Last Cuentista
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Donna Barba Higuera's book with the See YA Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Last Cuentista. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. An Evening with Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the Grammy-winning singer, songwriter, and guitarist from Alabama and his ensemble; $25-155; for information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Gaelic Storm - JigJam
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the multi-national, Celtic juggernaut; featuring a set by JigJam; $25-58; for information, call 319-688-2653.
Venue: Englert Theatre.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Englert Theatre.
For more info visit englert.org. Lucky Stiff
THEATRE
musical comedy about a shoe salesman, a $4 million inheritance, and a vacationing corpse; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 1/21 and 1/22: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Lucky Stiff. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Textures and Doors
VISUAL ARTS
Wednesdays thru Mar. 25; with instructor Pat Bereskin; join us to learn and grow your skill in watercolor painting; students are expected bring their own paper and sketchpad, while paints and brushes may be borrowed from the studio; $150-165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Textures and Doors. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.