Moline Public Library Giving Tree
EVENTS
thru Dec. 8; help Moline Public Library make the holidays a little brighter for a local family; instructions are simple:
grab a tag/ornament off of the tree in the lobby, purchase the gifts, and bring the gifts back to the library by December 8; we are also accepting monetary donations at the Circulation desk, which will go towards purchasing anything that might have been missed; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Moline Public Library Giving Tree. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.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, December 2, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Bend of the River Quad Cities Pilot Club
MEETINGS, ETC
on the 1st Tue. of the month; Pilot International transforms communities by developing youth, providing service and educating, and uplifting families; for information, contact Nancy Rudnick at 563-355-3768.
Event Title: Bend of the River Quad Cities Pilot Club. Venue: Hickory Gardens Family Restaurant.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Hickory Gardens Family Restaurant.
For more info visit www.pilotinternational.org. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
MOVIES
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
MOVIES
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Animal Armor
MUSEUMS
thru Feb. 15; learn about the evolution of armor in dinosaurs and prehistoric animals and see larger than life invertebrates from 540 million years ago, armored fish replicas from 380 million years ago – even a full-scale replica of the giant crocodilian Deinosuchus; a traveling exhibit from Gaston Design; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; $10-12; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Call for Entries: Local Islamic Stories
MUSEUMS
the Putnam is putting together a temporary exhibit for the Spring of 2026 titled “Islam in the Quad Cities"; with the
help of guest curator Ferdaus Ahmad, the museum is collecting stories from people in our area to bring life and individual experiences to the cultural exhibit; you can contact Christina Kastell, the Putnam’s Curator of History and Anthropology, at CKastell@putnam.org or Ferdaus Ahmad at fahmad29@hotmail.com to learn more and to share your experience practicing Islam in the Quad Cities; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past, present, and future of the Quad Cities and its citizens; free with $10-12 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. German Expressionist Prints from the David & Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 14; this exhibition emphasizes the contributions of German Expressionist artists, with examples of art condemned by the Nazis as degenerate (Entartete Kunst) and the legacy of printmaking around the world; with prints from artists such as Käthe Kollwitz, Max Beckmann, Lea Grundig, and more, visitors can explore the techniques, rich stories, and intense emotions that were woven into the cultural fabric of Europe in the early 20th century; 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, December 2, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. 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, December 2, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Quad City Innovators
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of Quad City innovators, inventors, and trailblazers through artifacts, stories, hands-on interactives, and fun learning experiences in our updated Fab Lab; some of the people and inventions featured in Quad City Innovators exhibit include: Otto Rohwedder (bread slicer), J.F. McCullough, Cecil Medd & Henry C. Duke (Dairy Queen and soft serve ice cream), Palmer Family (chiropractic), Voss Brothers (washing machine), John Deere, Joe Whitty (Happy Joes Pizza), Fred Lundahl (Buddy L toys), Fred Boetje (Boetje’s Mustard), Nelly Cheboi (CNN Hero of the Year 2022), Dr. William West Grant (first successful appendectomy), Gene Baker (first African American on the Cubs roster), Mary Solbrig (early airplane mechanic), Chad Pregracke (2002 Jefferson Award recipient) and many more; included with $8-12 general admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. The Prints of David & Sarojini Johnson
MUSEUMS
thru Jan. 4; collectors, educators, and artists David and Sarojini Johnson have spent decades sharing and practicing the art of printmaking; each with their own vision and inspiration, together, their works represent a beautiful partnership and interpretation of the medium; explore the themes of nostalgia, community, nature, and perspective in is wonderful collection of works; in the third-floor gallery; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. The Vault
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; a massive display of one of six collections storerooms; where there were once walls, you can now see through floor-to-ceiling glass shelves that come out into the exhibit hall; among the shelves are countless pieces of fine China dinner sets, 16th century saddles, a ship wheel, turn-of-the-century furniture, and a full-sized shrine; you are invited to search through the over 250,000 item collections database using interactive tablets, which can sort by country, date, object, and more; you can also design your own Digital Exhibit with the objects displayed in The Vault; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; $10-12; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 2025 Winter Eagle, Outdoor, and Nature Photo Contest
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 12; open to photographers of all levels; capture the beauty of winter along the Mississippi and submit your top shots of bald eagles, river landscapes, and seasonal wildlife for a chance to win Camera Corner gift cards, canvas prints, and even a feature in Eddy Magazine; judging takes place mid-January, with winners announced later that month; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: 2025 Winter Eagle, Outdoor, and Nature Photo Contest. Venue: River Action.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Figge Art Museum Member Appreciation Week
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 7; Figge members are invited to enjoy double discounts in the Museum Store with free gift wrap, member exclusive special events, and more; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Figge Art Museum Member Appreciation Week. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Free Admission for SNAP/EBT Guests
VISUAL ARTS
through this expansion visitors presenting an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) card along with a photo I.D. will now receive free general admission year-round; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Admission for SNAP/EBT Guests & Food and Fund Drive for River Bend Food Bank. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 5; this year’s entries were judged by Jame Hayes, Naomi DeWinter, and Cindi Kautz; the judges awarded first place to a three-dimensional stained-glass tree created by Ken Bierman; second place was awarded to Marie Latta for her vintage jewelry tree ornament, and third place went to Kristy Cox for her crocheted depiction of Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus; free; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.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, December 2, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Nature's Faces: Crow Haven Ceramics and Mississippi Mud Studios
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 17; exhibit of new works by Dean Wellman and Denise McCullough, and Gary Carstens of Mississippi Mud Studios; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Nature's Faces: Crow Haven Ceramics and Mississippi Mud Studios. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Niebuhr & Ryan
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 5; exhibit of oil paintings by Michael S. Ryan and mixed-media works by Gary Warren Niebuhr; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Niebuhr & Ryan. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Opening Reception for “In the end, I just miss the before”
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 7; Stevie Haley Delgado builds transitory worlds through papier-mâché sculpture, constructed cardboard spaces, and the interplay of light and shadow, creating atmospheric environments that invite exploration, curiosity, and reflection; weekdays 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free.
Event Title: Opening Reception for “In the end, I just miss the before”. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Quad City Arts Exhibition Application 2026-27
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 17; submit a proposal to showcase your sculptures, ceramics, fiber, multi-media, digital, video, neon or 2D art in one of Quad City Arts’ two unique galleries; join 1-2 fellow artists for a two-month exhibition between Oct. 2026 – Sept. 2027; all media will be considered, and cohesive bodies of work are highly desired. Exhibited work will also be featured in our online sales gallery; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Quad City Arts Exhibition Application 2026-27. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Seeking Vendors: Good Makers Market
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3; seeking vendors for the annual event in which guests can purchase handmade artisan goods, score some amazing vintage, shop our on trend mobile boutiques, eat from our delicious food trucks, and listen to local live music all day; Spring Market May 22 & 23, Fall Market September 4 and 5.
Event Title: Seeking Vendors: Good Makers Market. Venue: Cedar County Fairgrounds.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cedar County Fairgrounds.
For more info visit docs.google.com. T4T Print Exchange
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 13; a collection of prints from seventeen artists across the country; these prints were originally made in response to a call organized by Julien Riendeau, which centered on the theme of trans joy; the complete collection of these prints are now on display in the northside gallery in an exhibition organized by participating artist Vero Hernandez; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; free; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: T4T Print Exchange. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. 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, December 2, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Foundation
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; step into a dazzling scene of over 315,000 glowing lights adorning over five acres of garden grounds; explore the Crawford Company Tropical Sun Garden, Children’s Garden, the glistening pond, lawns, and pocket gardens of our light exhibit as you experience our largest fundraiser of the year; new additions include the Culture Bright Neon Forest, an immersive neon installation, newly themed areas of the garden, more lighted nature motifs, and outdoor fire tables with s’mores stations; visit the new indoor cocoa room for hot drinks, cocoa and treats for purchase; enjoy the new indoor decor as you warm up inside. Kids can enjoy making scratcher art and winter coloring sheets; Nov 21 - Dec 14, Wed - Sun, 5-9PM; Dec 17 - Dec 31, Daily*, 5-9PM; Last Entry 8:30PM; open New Year’s Eve, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas; $7-11, ages 2 & under free; for information, call 309-794-0991.
Event Title: Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Foundation. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.qcgardens.com. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Coffee & Conversations
SENIORS
senior citizens of retirement ages are invited to stop in for socializing and optional activities; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Coffee & Conversations. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Chair Yoga
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chair Yoga. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Santa Claus: The Musical
THEATRE
family holiday musical in which Santa has decided to retire, and website designer Nick prepares to take over the reins to Santa’s sleigh; scheduled Tue. Thu. Fri. & Sat. performances at 10am or 1pm, $15; Sun, and 11/28 brunch performances at noon, $23-28; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Santa Claus: The Musical. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Toddler Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers.; 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, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of short books, action rhymes, and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Needlework Group
EVENTS
bring your current needlework project and enjoy company and conversation; we will not have an instructor available; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Needlework Group. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Needlework Group
VISUAL ARTS
bring your current needlework project and enjoy company and conversation; we will not have an instructor available; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Needlework Group. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one of CASI’s most popular fitness classes, mostly from a sitting position; the class includes hand weights, resistance bands, balls, and chairs; there are occasional intervals of walking, but any ability can be adapted to this class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Riverbend Bronze Handbells (noon)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the Tuneful Tuesday Series; get into the holiday spirit and join us for a holiday concert with a group from the Riverbend Bronze Handbells; 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, December 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Members Only Cocoa & Cookies with a Curator
VISUAL ARTS
Figge members are invited to join Co–Senior Curator Joshua Johnson for a warm and festive conversation in the Figge Café; enjoy cookies and cocoa as Josh shares insights into current and upcoming exhibitions; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Members Only Cocoa & Cookies with a Curator. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Canasta
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Canasta. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Bingo
EVENTS
Enjoy some 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, December 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Tuesday Cinema
MOVIES
screening in the series in which we watch a popular movie recently released to DVD; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Tuesday Cinema. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; fun activities and crafts for grades K-6; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Elementary After School Activity @ Watts-Midtown. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Girls Who Code
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; an after-school club for girls in 3rd-8th grade who are interested in learning to code; the club is for beginners to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Girls Who Code. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Kids’ Advisory Board
KIDS' STUFF
for ages 7 and 10; KAB members will meet once a month with Ms. Emily and Mr. Joe to talk all things library; members will have the opportunity to share ideas for future children’s programs, make suggestions for items to add to library collections, and participate in service projects like making decorations or bulletin boards; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Kids’ Advisory Board. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Open Jam w/ Eva Kendall (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam w/ Eva Kendall (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
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, December 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Santa Letter Storytime with the Post Office
KIDS' STUFF
join us for a special storytime with the LeClaire Postmaster, Seidina, as we listen to holiday stories and make Santa Letters that the Post Office will mail to the North Pole; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Santa Letter Storytime with the Post Office. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Improving Online Health Literacy: A Digit-ILL Training
LECTURES
this program offers an introduction to online health literacy and the role of digital platforms in accessing health information, methods for navigating online health resources such as how to find trusted websites/databases and online support groups, how to fill out you own personal health records and the importance of PHR, and how to discuss online health information with healthcare providers and encourage critical thinking and patient advocacy; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Improving Online Health Literacy: A Digit-ILL Training. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Glyders - Daisey Glue (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
founded in Chicago in 2014 by partners Joshua Condon and Eliza Weber, Glyders have been playing their mystery sound at shows around town and country ever since; featuring a set by Daisey Glue; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. String Art Class: Snowman
VISUAL ARTS
join us for a evening of string art fun; Mindy Matthews, from High Strung by 3M, will be guiding participants through the creation of a snowman string art design; supplies will be provided; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: String Art Class: Snowman. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Starrytime
KIDS' STUFF
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, December 2, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Midwest Corvettes Club Monthly Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
join us to discuss Corvettes, friends, and community.
Event Title: Midwest Corvettes Club Monthly Meeting. Venue: Eriksen Chevrolet - Milan.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Eriksen Chevrolet - Milan.
For more info visit mwcorvettes.com. Reindeer Ornament Craft
VISUAL ARTS
join us as we make reindeer ornaments; space is limited and registration is required; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Reindeer Ornament Craft. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 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, December 2, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
the board will review legislative actions, administrative items, and contracts; for information, call 563-326-8749 or e-mail board@scottcountyiowa.gov.
Event Title: Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole Meeting. Venue: Scott County Administrative Center.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Scott County Administrative Center.
For more info visit www.scottcountyiowa.gov. Moline Public Library Giving Tree
EVENTS
thru Dec. 8; help Moline Public Library make the holidays a little brighter for a local family; instructions are simple:
grab a tag/ornament off of the tree in the lobby, purchase the gifts, and bring the gifts back to the library by December 8; we are also accepting monetary donations at the Circulation desk, which will go towards purchasing anything that might have been missed; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Moline Public Library Giving Tree. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.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, December 3, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
MOVIES
thru Dec. 22; CRIFF welcomes films of all genres and subjects from student, hobbyist, and professional filmmakers in the categories of Narrative (fictional) Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary, and Freestyle (experimental, music video, prose, and film and video art); $25-65 registration; for information, e-mail info@crifm.org.
Event Title: Call for Entries: 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival. Venue: Collins Road Theatres.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Collins Road Theatres.
For more info visit crifm.org. Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival
MOVIES
thru Jan. 31; seeking entries for the festival scheduled for March 20 and 21, 2026, at the Bridge View Center theater in Ottumwa, Iowa; now in its 2nd year, OIFF continues its mission of showcasing bold, original storytelling from independent filmmakers around the globe; the festival features a curated selection of feature-length and short films, as well as engaging filmmaker Q&As, networking opportunities, and audience interaction in the heart of southern Iowa; awards will be presented in multiple categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Short Film, and the coveted Audience Choice Award.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Ottumwa International Film Festival. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Animal Armor
MUSEUMS
thru Feb. 15; learn about the evolution of armor in dinosaurs and prehistoric animals and see larger than life invertebrates from 540 million years ago, armored fish replicas from 380 million years ago – even a full-scale replica of the giant crocodilian Deinosuchus; a traveling exhibit from Gaston Design; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; $10-12; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Call for Entries: Local Islamic Stories
MUSEUMS
the Putnam is putting together a temporary exhibit for the Spring of 2026 titled “Islam in the Quad Cities"; with the
help of guest curator Ferdaus Ahmad, the museum is collecting stories from people in our area to bring life and individual experiences to the cultural exhibit; you can contact Christina Kastell, the Putnam’s Curator of History and Anthropology, at CKastell@putnam.org or Ferdaus Ahmad at fahmad29@hotmail.com to learn more and to share your experience practicing Islam in the Quad Cities; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Common Ground: Our Voice, Our Stories
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent, regional-history exhibit highlights the past, present, and future of the Quad Cities and its citizens; free with $10-12 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. German Expressionist Prints from the David & Sarojini Johnson Print Collection
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 14; this exhibition emphasizes the contributions of German Expressionist artists, with examples of art condemned by the Nazis as degenerate (Entartete Kunst) and the legacy of printmaking around the world; with prints from artists such as Käthe Kollwitz, Max Beckmann, Lea Grundig, and more, visitors can explore the techniques, rich stories, and intense emotions that were woven into the cultural fabric of Europe in the early 20th century; 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, December 3, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. 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, December 3, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Quad City Innovators
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; the permanent exhibit shares the incredible stories of Quad City innovators, inventors, and trailblazers through artifacts, stories, hands-on interactives, and fun learning experiences in our updated Fab Lab; some of the people and inventions featured in Quad City Innovators exhibit include: Otto Rohwedder (bread slicer), J.F. McCullough, Cecil Medd & Henry C. Duke (Dairy Queen and soft serve ice cream), Palmer Family (chiropractic), Voss Brothers (washing machine), John Deere, Joe Whitty (Happy Joes Pizza), Fred Lundahl (Buddy L toys), Fred Boetje (Boetje’s Mustard), Nelly Cheboi (CNN Hero of the Year 2022), Dr. William West Grant (first successful appendectomy), Gene Baker (first African American on the Cubs roster), Mary Solbrig (early airplane mechanic), Chad Pregracke (2002 Jefferson Award recipient) and many more; included with $8-12 general admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. The Prints of David & Sarojini Johnson
MUSEUMS
thru Jan. 4; collectors, educators, and artists David and Sarojini Johnson have spent decades sharing and practicing the art of printmaking; each with their own vision and inspiration, together, their works represent a beautiful partnership and interpretation of the medium; explore the themes of nostalgia, community, nature, and perspective in is wonderful collection of works; in the third-floor gallery; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. The Vault
MUSEUMS
thru Dec. 31; a massive display of one of six collections storerooms; where there were once walls, you can now see through floor-to-ceiling glass shelves that come out into the exhibit hall; among the shelves are countless pieces of fine China dinner sets, 16th century saddles, a ship wheel, turn-of-the-century furniture, and a full-sized shrine; you are invited to search through the over 250,000 item collections database using interactive tablets, which can sort by country, date, object, and more; you can also design your own Digital Exhibit with the objects displayed in The Vault; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; $10-12; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. 100 Years of Collecting
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 11; from American and Haitian art to Spanish Colonial works and contemporary photography, the Figge’s collection has grown over the past century thanks to the vision and generosity of private donors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: 100 Years of Collecting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. 2025 Winter Eagle, Outdoor, and Nature Photo Contest
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 12; open to photographers of all levels; capture the beauty of winter along the Mississippi and submit your top shots of bald eagles, river landscapes, and seasonal wildlife for a chance to win Camera Corner gift cards, canvas prints, and even a feature in Eddy Magazine; judging takes place mid-January, with winners announced later that month; for information, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: 2025 Winter Eagle, Outdoor, and Nature Photo Contest. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; masterworks on loan from the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art are presented throughout the Figge’s permanent collection galleries; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Partner Loan Network. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of woven artworks by Lucas Berns; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Artificial and Still: Woven Works on Paper. Venue: Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Morrisey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.edu. Cats!
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; the exhibit explores artwork featuring fascinating felines from the museum collection and on loan; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Cats! Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fever Dreams: German Expressionism
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 7; Expressionism presents the work of artists active in Europe during the early 20 century, including Käthe Kollwitz, Arthur Segal, and Ludwig Meidner, who put their inner visions to paper in defiance of tradition and political injustice; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fever Dreams: German Expressionism. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Figge Art Museum Member Appreciation Week
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 7; Figge members are invited to enjoy double discounts in the Museum Store with free gift wrap, member exclusive special events, and more; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Figge Art Museum Member Appreciation Week. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go
VISUAL ARTS
thru Feb. 8; the acclaimed 1987 video by Swiss artists Peter Fischli and David Weiss; known for their witty explorations of human nature, the duo worked across film, sculpture, and installation; in "The Way Things Go," everyday objects set off a mesmerizing chain reaction, echoing a Rube Goldberg machine; this playful spectacle transforms destruction into art, embracing absurdity and unpredictability as essential parts of life; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Fischli and Weiss: The Way Things Go. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Free Admission for SNAP/EBT Guests
VISUAL ARTS
through this expansion visitors presenting an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) card along with a photo I.D. will now receive free general admission year-round; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Admission for SNAP/EBT Guests & Food and Fund Drive for River Bend Food Bank. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 5; this year’s entries were judged by Jame Hayes, Naomi DeWinter, and Cindi Kautz; the judges awarded first place to a three-dimensional stained-glass tree created by Ken Bierman; second place was awarded to Marie Latta for her vintage jewelry tree ornament, and third place went to Kristy Cox for her crocheted depiction of Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus; free; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: Heartfelt & Handmade Ornament Competition. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 28; ocal artist and St. Ambrose University professor Quinn's paintings immerse viewers in a luminous, otherworldly landscape of bogs, marshes, rivers, lakes, and endless floating spaces; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Kristin Quinn: Luminous Flux Paintings from the Watershed. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far)
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 12; exhibit of works by Cheryl Jacobsen; free; for information, call 563-333-6444.
Event Title: Lettering and Assemblage: (things I love, my art so far). Venue: Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University.
For more info visit sau.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, December 3, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Nature's Faces: Crow Haven Ceramics and Mississippi Mud Studios
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 17; exhibit of new works by Dean Wellman and Denise McCullough, and Gary Carstens of Mississippi Mud Studios; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Nature's Faces: Crow Haven Ceramics and Mississippi Mud Studios. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Niebuhr & Ryan
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 5; exhibit of oil paintings by Michael S. Ryan and mixed-media works by Gary Warren Niebuhr; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Niebuhr & Ryan. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Opening Reception for “In the end, I just miss the before”
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 7; Stevie Haley Delgado builds transitory worlds through papier-mâché sculpture, constructed cardboard spaces, and the interplay of light and shadow, creating atmospheric environments that invite exploration, curiosity, and reflection; weekdays 9am-4pm, Sun. 2-4pm; free.
Event Title: Opening Reception for “In the end, I just miss the before”. Venue: Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cornell College Peter Paul Luce Gallery.
For more info visit www.cornellcollege.edu. Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 4; 80 years after her death, the work of German printmaker Käthe Kollwitz continues to strike an emotional chord in the eyes of modern viewers; her expressionist works often dealt with themes of the working class, women, grief, and violence. Her prints highlighted themes of social justice which still feel relevant today; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Powerful: The Art of Käthe Kollwitz. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Quad City Arts Exhibition Application 2026-27
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 17; submit a proposal to showcase your sculptures, ceramics, fiber, multi-media, digital, video, neon or 2D art in one of Quad City Arts’ two unique galleries; join 1-2 fellow artists for a two-month exhibition between Oct. 2026 – Sept. 2027; all media will be considered, and cohesive bodies of work are highly desired. Exhibited work will also be featured in our online sales gallery; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Quad City Arts Exhibition Application 2026-27. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Seeking Vendors: Good Makers Market
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3; seeking vendors for the annual event in which guests can purchase handmade artisan goods, score some amazing vintage, shop our on trend mobile boutiques, eat from our delicious food trucks, and listen to local live music all day; Spring Market May 22 & 23, Fall Market September 4 and 5.
Event Title: Seeking Vendors: Good Makers Market. Venue: Cedar County Fairgrounds.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cedar County Fairgrounds.
For more info visit docs.google.com. T4T Print Exchange
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 13; a collection of prints from seventeen artists across the country; these prints were originally made in response to a call organized by Julien Riendeau, which centered on the theme of trans joy; the complete collection of these prints are now on display in the northside gallery in an exhibition organized by participating artist Vero Hernandez; Fri. 4-6pm, Sat. noon-3pm, and by appointment; free; for information, e-mail gallery@publicspaceone.com.
Event Title: T4T Print Exchange. Venue: Public Space One Northside Gallery.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Public Space One Northside Gallery.
For more info visit www.publicspaceone.com. 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, December 3, 2025.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 5; a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Voces y Visiones: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Foundation
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; step into a dazzling scene of over 315,000 glowing lights adorning over five acres of garden grounds; explore the Crawford Company Tropical Sun Garden, Children’s Garden, the glistening pond, lawns, and pocket gardens of our light exhibit as you experience our largest fundraiser of the year; new additions include the Culture Bright Neon Forest, an immersive neon installation, newly themed areas of the garden, more lighted nature motifs, and outdoor fire tables with s’mores stations; visit the new indoor cocoa room for hot drinks, cocoa and treats for purchase; enjoy the new indoor decor as you warm up inside. Kids can enjoy making scratcher art and winter coloring sheets; Nov 21 - Dec 14, Wed - Sun, 5-9PM; Dec 17 - Dec 31, Daily*, 5-9PM; Last Entry 8:30PM; open New Year’s Eve, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas; $7-11, ages 2 & under free; for information, call 309-794-0991.
Event Title: Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Foundation. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.qcgardens.com. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Preschool Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Wed. & Thu.; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 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 Dec. 17; 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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.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, December 3, 2025, 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, December 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Open House at the Village Co-Op of Crow Creek
SENIORS
take a tour of the Quad Cities' most affordable Plus 62 Senior Living; enjoy an active lifestyle with activities, gardening, fitness center. and underground parking; no more shoveling snow or pulling weeds; a great alternative to renting that builds equity; tour homes and discover the advantages of co-op living; free; for information, call 563-355-4044.
Event Title: Open House at the Village Co-Op of Crow Creek. Venue: Village Co-Op of Crow Creek.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Village Co-Op of Crow Creek.
For more info visit villagecoopdav.org. Irving Berlin's White Christmas
THEATRE
stage musical based on the beloved Bing Crosby holiday classic; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 11/5 and 11/6: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 1:15 PM – 4:15 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, December 3, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Warmup Wednesday
EVENTS
warm up weekly with a cup of coffee or hot cocoa; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Warmup Wednesday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. After School Kids Lab: Gingerbread Houses
KIDS' STUFF
design, build, and decorate a mini gingerbread house; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: Gingerbread Houses. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; for teens and tweens in grades 6 -12; a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. QCL Book Club
LITERARY ARTS
join Brittany Peacock and Morgan Ottier on KWQC TV6 for their monthly book club; Brittany and Morgan will discuss what they read the previous month and introduce a new title; new titles will be announced live on Quad Cities Live (QCL) at 3pm; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: QCL Book Club. Venue: KWQC TV6.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
KWQC TV6.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. 3D Printing Day
VISUAL ARTS
drop in and try a 3D pen, check one out to take home, or simply watch our 3D printers in action; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: 3D Printing Day. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. University of Dubuque Tree Lighting Ceremony
EVENTS
held around the new blue spruce tree on Alumni Common, formerly known as the Quad, with a reception following in Blades Hall; for those unable to attend in person, the Tree Lighting Ceremony will be streamed live at www.youtube.com/UDBQMedia.
Event Title: University of Dubuque Tree Lighting Ceremony. Venue: Blades Chapel - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Blades Chapel - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. 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, December 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen Library Council
KIDS' STUFF
TLC) is 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, December 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Pubic Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Wax on Wednesdays at Wake
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays at Wake. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Sew Fun!: Dragon Mug Koosies
KIDS' STUFF
for ages 8-12; ll materials for this program will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2440.
Event Title: Sew Fun!: Dragon Mug Koosies. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Foundation: Members Free Admission Nights
VISUAL ARTS
on Wednesdays; step into a dazzling scene of over 315,000 glowing lights adorning over five acres of garden grounds; free for Botanical Center Members and FunBundle Members; must show membership card upon entry; for information, call 309-794-0991.
Event Title: Winter Lights Powered by MidAmerican Energy Foundation: Members Free Admission Nights. Venue: Quad City Botanical Center.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Quad City Botanical Center.
For more info visit www.qcgardens.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, December 3, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. I Bake It That Way Cookie Decorating Class
VISUAL ARTS
register with I Bake It That Way at https://www.ibakeitthatway.com/; for information, call 309-429-3313.
Event Title: I Bake It That Way Cookie Decorating Class. Venue: Jennie's Boxcar.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Jennie's Boxcar.
For more info visit jenniesboxcar.com. 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, December 3, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport City Hall.
For more info visit www.davenportiowa.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, December 3, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Coal Valley Village Hall.
For more info visit www.coalvalleyil.org. Melissa Lanpher (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Melissa Lanpher (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. QC Poets
LITERARY ARTS
share your poetry with a supportive group of poets and receive helpful suggestions; meets the first Wednesday of every month; this group is for novice and experienced poets and is free of charge; for information, contact Katherine at 563-505-9042.
Event Title: QC Poets. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Uglies
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Scott Westerfeld's book with the See YA Book Club, an adult book club with a teen book twist; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Uglies. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Open Mic w/ Donovan Gustofson
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Rocky Mountain High Experience: A John Denver Christmas
LIVE MUSIC
led by acclaimed performer Rick Schuler, this enchanting holiday concert features beloved Denver classics like “Rocky Mountain High,” “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Annie’s Song,” and “Sunshine On My Shoulders"; the evening also includes a heartfelt tribute to Denver’s iconic holiday specials, with seasonal favorites such as “Aspenglow,” “Silent Night,” “Joy to the World,” and “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire"; $32 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Venue: Adler Theatre.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Adler Theatre.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Irving Berlin's White Christmas
THEATRE
stage musical based on the beloved Bing Crosby holiday classic; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 11/5 and 11/6: 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com.