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, August 9, 2022.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Davenport Public Library Summer Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru Aug. 31; join the Davenport Public Library for our 2022 Summer Reading Challenge for all ages; add some adventure to your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Read Beyond the Beaten Path; children are invited to be explore nature, get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the library this summer; read books, attend a virtual or in-person program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log; each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Davenport Public Library Summer Reading Program. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Call for Submissions: Halloweenapalooza 2022
MOVIES
thru Aug. 31; Prescribed Films, an independent film group based out of Ottumwa, Iowa, is seeking submissions for short and feature films for Halloweenapalooza 2022, the annual horror film festival and celebration; Halloweenapalooza is Iowa’s premier film showcase created by horror filmmakers for horror fans; the event will be held on Oct. 7-8 at the Bridge View Center; in addition to the film festival, the event will feature vendors, celebrity appearances, costume contests, a showing of “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and much more.
Event Title: Call for Submissions: Halloweenapalooza 2022. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Build! Create! Innovate!
MUSEUMS
the exhibit includes 3,600 square feet of building space and more than 15,000 KEVA Planks, along with photography of local architecture and a pre-built bridge, Kone Tower, and the Putnam’s iconic Velie automobile; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Faces of the Past
MUSEUMS
an original Putnam exhibit that explores portraiture around the world and across time as a reflection of self-identity, popular culture, mythology, and ritual; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Kaiserslautern: Items from the GAHC's Collection
MUSEUMS
explore the connections between Davenport and our German sister city, Kaiserslautern. Featuring items from our own collection, learn about the relationship between these two cities; 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, August 9, 2022.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Mother Nature: Modern Muse
MUSEUMS
life on Earth has been evolving for billions of years; from single-celled organisms to giant blue whales, the story of life is one of trial and error; Mother Nature is continually discovering unique and innovative solutions and strategies that support life on Earth; the exhibit includes examples from the Putnam’s collection, supplemental reading material, and an opportunity to try your hand at your own design; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Our Neighbors, Our Friends
MUSEUMS
thru Sept. 18; exhibit including firsthand accounts of migration, story/text panels, images, temporarily loaned objects from refugees, and media components: video interviews, short stories, and more, presented in partnership with the non-profit Tapestry Farms, which utilizes urban properties to create a garden space within our city; 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, August 9, 2022.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Pollination Investigation
MUSEUMS
exhibition that explores the who, what, when, where, why, and how of pollination by interpreting the unique relationship between pollinators and flowers; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Putnam Museum * Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Abstract Ideas: Abstract Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 9; culled from CRMA’s collection of works created after 1950, the exhibit explores the potential of abstraction in the hands of post-World War II artists; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Abstract Ideas: Abstract Art from the Collection. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Anne Lindberg: think like the river with poet Ginny Threefoot
VISUAL ARTS
theu Sept. 4; the artist will create an ephemeral tonal landscape of color and light by casting thousands of threads across the span of the Figge’s fourth-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Anne Lindberg: think like the river with poet Ginny Threefoot. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entries: Moline Public Library Exhibits
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 30; seeking artists for temporary displays of 2 to 3 months to allow a full range of our public to see and appreciate the artwork; there is no fee to display and no commission on any works purchased; there are spaces next to each display area for artists to show contact information; as this is not retail space, we do not allow prices on the works themselves; all proposed shows need to be primarily 2D artwork; there is limited availability of 3D art display space; the main show is in our central “Blue Wall” area ( 30' long), and Gallery Hallway Cases (2x 7'wide x 9' tall x 18" deep) that space is for 2-D work only; we also accept proposals for two artists or small group shows; contact David Zahn at dzahnkoi@yahoo.com for more information and to submit sample images.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Moline Public Library Exhibits. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Call for Entries: Second Avenue Window Gallery
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; Quad City Arts features the work of emerging artists who have 10-20 canvases or framed pieces of art to exhibit in our Second Avenue Window Gallery for 6-8 weeks; sculpture is also welcome; all artists will be featured with their own page on our website during the exhibit; to apply, click to add your contact information, tell us about yourself (how you decided to express yourself visually) and tell us about your artwork (subject matter, medium, size range and inspiration.); submit 5 clear images of your artwork; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Second Avenue Window Gallery. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. College Invitational 2022
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 28; students to be included in this exhibition hail from eight area colleges and universities, including Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Clinton Community College, Knox College, Monmouth College, Scott Community College, St. Ambrose University, and Western Illinois University; art professors from each of the participating colleges were tasked with selecting the top works from their school to include in this year’s exhibit; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: College Invitational 2022. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Decolonial Intervention
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9, 2023; Mexican/Latinx multidisciplinary artist Tlisza Jaurique will use her inherited indigenous upbringing and aesthetics to create an intervention surrounding the Figge’s Spanish Vice Regal collection; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Decolonial Intervention. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Dick Pinney: Jack of All Trades
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 30; paintings, drawings, ceramics, assemblages, constructions, games, and puppets were all part of Pinney’s repertoire; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Dick Pinney: Jack of All Trades. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Eve Drewelowe: Painting Her Way
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 28; Drewelowe was born in New Hampton, Iowa, and became the first person to receive a master of arts degree from the University of Iowa in 1924; she spent most of her adult life in Boulder, Colorado, where she was a
passionate and prolific painter; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Eve Drewelowe: Painting Her Way. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 22; the exhibit explores the work, life, and career of the 19nth-century American artist who has been credited with being one of the first artists from this country to adopt Impressionism and to nurture its acceptance in the United States; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Lisa Mahar - Judy Steffens
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 29; exhibit of colorful image-packed paintings, tables, and sculptures by Mahar from Rock Island, IL, and paintings of people enjoying the seaside by Steffens from Wapella, IL; $1 for parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Lisa Mahar - Judy Steffens. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Melissa Airy - Ari Hval
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 12; exhibit of jewelry-like sculptures by Hval and multi-media installations by Airy; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Melissa Airy - Ari Hval. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons & Time
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 11; painter William Havlicek's poetic eulogy to Iowa’s seasonal changes, ochre harvests, russet woods and silent streams; Tue. Wed. & Fri. 10am-5pm, Thu.10am-7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1-5pm; free, with donations appreciated; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons & Time. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. The Warner Foundation Collection: History in the Painting
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 30; the exhibit gives insight into our country’s past through the work of revered American artists including Thomas Cole, Severin Roesen, Albert Bierstadt, and John Frederick Kensett; drawn from the collection of the Warner Foundation, the paintings range from bountiful still-lifes to awe-inspiring landscapes and reflect 19th-century society and culture. Ideas surrounding national pride, agricultural growth, the rise of the middle class, and westward expansion will be explored through these paintings and show how understanding our past is integral to moving forward; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: The Warner Foundation Collection: History in the Painting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Tomás & Charlie Lasansky: An Artistic Union
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 11; the first two-person exhibition of their work explores the potential relationships that exist between them; noon to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday; noon to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Tomás & Charlie Lasansky: An Artistic Union. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Urban Exposure: The American City Scene
VISUAL ARTS
drawn entirely from the Figge’s collection, Urban Exposure, showcases a compelling array of twentieth and twenty-first century artwork exploring the human condition within the urban American scene; through these diverse views of city life, this exhibition asks us to recognize the experiences we share and what it means to live and work in America; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Urban Exposure: The American City Scene. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 21; this revealing series of photographs shares the diverse stories of children in many different countries; each studio-style portrait is accompanied by a detailed study of the child’s “bedroom,” which can range from elaborate sanctuaries to the barest spaces set aside for sleep; an Historic House exhibition; Tue.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Thu. 10am-7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm; free, with donations appreciated; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Courtside Styling Salon
SENIORS
Fri. & Mon.-Wed. by appointment; for information, call 563-265-2150.
Event Title: Courtside Styling Salon. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Home Helpers
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477 ext. 253.
Event Title: Home Helpers. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness)
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477 ext. 266.
Event Title: NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Reflexology
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; $20/session; for information, call 563-349-5832.
Event Title: Reflexology. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program)
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; $1/day; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. River Landscape Mosaic
LECTURES
a presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; Dr. Reuben Heine and Dr. Norm Moline, Augustana College explore why the river flows east-west here, what river processes are, and how humans have changed them; visit Pool 15 from Arsenal Island to Hampton with a view of I-74 Bridge construction; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: River Landscape Mosaic. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit riveraction.org. August Southwest Craft: Take n Make
VISUAL ARTS
using a painted rock, pony beads, and wire, create a fun picture holder for a first day of school photo, or for any day photos; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: August Southwest Craft: Take n Make. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Chair Based Exercise
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; $3; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chair Based Exercise. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Storytime with WQPT
KIDS' STUFF
children will hear a story and participate in a hands-on activity; each child will receive a PBS Kids Summer Activity book and a calendar inspiring their curiosity each day throughout the summer; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Storytime with WQPT. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Beginning Line Dancing
SENIORS
on Tuesdays & Thursdays; $3/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Beginning Line Dancing. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. 11am-2pm, Thu. 11am-noon; $3/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 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; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in advance; annual registration is required to attend; meal site is open to everyone 60 years of age and older; for information and to reserve a meal, call 563-386-7477 Ext 248.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Senior Technology Clinic
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; with expert Mike Shinbori; bring your laptops, tablets, and cell phones with any questions you may have; $3/session; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Senior Technology Clinic. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Knitting & Crocheting
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; volunteer group; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Knitting & Crocheting. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Canasta
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; $2/session; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Cheaper by the Dozen
SENIORS
a screening of the Steve Martin comedy in the CASI Movie Matinee series; $2; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Cheaper by the Dozen. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Step into Balance: Balance & Strength
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; half-hour exercise class with Logan Anderson, owner of All Strong Fitness; $3-5; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Step into Balance: Balance & Strength. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Chair Yoga
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; with Logan Anderson, owner of All Strong Fitness; $3/class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chair Yoga. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Cribbage
SENIORS
on Tuesdays in the library; bring your board and enjoy a relaxing afternoon; $1 per person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Cribbage. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. Uno. Spades, & Scrabble
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; $2; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Uno. Spades, & Scrabble. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Roundtable Discussion on Maternal, Infant, & Early Childhood Home Visiting Programs
LECTURES
Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) will meet with families served by the Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Program (MIECHV) and home visitors who provide the services; the roundtable will be moderated by Nancy Krause, Vice President of Programs and Services at Lutheran Services in Iowa; for information, e-mail megan_behrends@grassley.senate.gov.
Event Title: Roundtable Discussion on Maternal, Infant, & Early Childhood Home Visiting Programs. Venue: Genesis Visiting Nurses Association Home Healthcare Services.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM.
Genesis Visiting Nurses Association Home Healthcare Services.
Makerspace Open Hours
VISUAL ARTS
learn more about what we have to offer; come use our sewing machines, Cricut, learn to make buttons, and more; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Makerspace Open Hours. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. It's Your Choice Club
LITERARY ARTS
we will meet and talk about whatever book or movie you want to discuss; for information, call 309-523-3440.
Event Title: It's Your Choice Club. Venue: Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Blue Suede Cocktails & Coffee.
For more info visit rivervalleylibrary.org. Weekly Teen Book Talk
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; check out this week's book talk from Emily, the Young Adult Librarian; go to our Facebook page, or our Teen page if you want to watch live; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Weekly Teen Book Talk. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Bridging Literacy Event at Esperanza Center
KIDS' STUFF
fun early literacy activities, stories, games, crafts, snacks, a bounce house and more; every child receives a free book and activity kit; information will be available on the free services offered by the Moline Public Library and Project/Now Head Start; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Bridging Literacy Event at Esperanza Center. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Moline Public Libray.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board
KIDS' STUFF
earn volunteer hours and decide on books and programs for the library; limited to 10 attendees; refreshments will be served; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibraryorg or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Yoga
HEALTH
on Tuesdays; for all levels of experience; the instructor has 15 years of teaching Yoga and is a Registered Nurse who is committed to keeping students safe; we will look at strength, flexibility, relaxation and fun; for information, call 309-523-3440.
Event Title: Yoga. Venue: River Valley District Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
River Valley District Library.
For more info visit rivervalleylibrary.org. Village of Erie Board/City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information, call 309-659-7740.
Event Title: Village of Erie Board/City Council Meeting. Venue: Village of Erie Office.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Village of Erie Office.
For more info visit www.villageoferie.com. Geneseo City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month; for information, call 309-944-6419 or e-mail citygeneseo@cityofgeneseo.com.
Event Title: Geneseo City Council Meeting. Venue: Geneseo City Council Chambers.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Geneseo City Council Chambers.
For more info visit www.cityofgeneseo.com. Moline City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
meets in Council Chambers; the formal City Council meeting is held immediately following the Committee-of-the-Whole meeting; for information, call 309-524-2000.
Event Title: Moline City Council Committee of the Whole Meeting / Regular Meeting. Venue: Moline City Hall.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Moline City Hall.
For more info visit moline.il.us. Teen Advisory Board Meeting
KIDS' STUFF
TAB Members volunteer, organize & participate in teen programming, and give their opinions on how to make the Library awesome by attending monthly meetings and filling out online surveys; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Under Construction: History of Butterworth Center and Deere-Wiman Homes
LECTURES
in celebration of the City of Moline's 150th anniversary and the 150th anniversary of the Deere-Wiman House, Gretchen Small, Director of Programs and Collections, Butterworth Center and Deere-Wiman House will share information about the structures built by Charles Deere, Charles Deere Wiman and William Butterworth; their family homes and structures will show how these men strived for the best quality; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Under Construction: History of Butterworth Center and Deere-Wiman Homes. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com. The Lost Night
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Andrea Bartz's book with the West End Book Club; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Lost Night. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Alan Knapper's Five Bridges Jazz Band (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Second Tuesday Jazz night hosted by the Biz Jazz Society; free; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: Carriage Haus.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Carriage Haus.
For more info visit gahc.org. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels
SPORTS
professional minor-league baseball; for tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. A Hole in the Wind: A Climate Scientist's Bicycle Journey Across the United States
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of David Goodrich's book with the Get Lit Discussion Group; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: A Hole in the Wind: A Climate Scientist's Bicycle Journey Across the United States. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Big River Brass Band
LIVE MUSIC
Venue: Geneseo City Park.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Geneseo City Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Cicada Rhythm
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the folk group from Athens, Georgia; $12.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Riverdale City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month; for information, call 563-355-2511.
Event Title: Riverdale City Council Meeting. Venue: Riverdale City Hall.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverdale City Hall.
For more info visit riverdaleiowa.com. Ani DiFranco - The Righteous Babes: Gracie & Rachel, Zoe Boekbinder, and Jocelyn Mackenzie
LIVE MUSIC
concerts with the iconic singer/songwriter in support of her latest album "Revolutionary Love," featuring sets with The Righteous Babes of Gracie & Rachel, Zoe Boekbinder, and Jocelyn Mackenzie; $29-45.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Open Mic Night
LIVE MUSIC
on Tuesdays.
Event Title: Open Mic Night. Venue: Pub 1848.
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 8:00 PM – Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 12:00 AM.
Pub 1848.
For more info visit foursquare.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, August 10, 2022.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Davenport Public Library Summer Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru Aug. 31; join the Davenport Public Library for our 2022 Summer Reading Challenge for all ages; add some adventure to your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Read Beyond the Beaten Path; children are invited to be explore nature, get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the library this summer; read books, attend a virtual or in-person program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log; each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Davenport Public Library Summer Reading Program. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Call for Submissions: Halloweenapalooza 2022
MOVIES
thru Aug. 31; Prescribed Films, an independent film group based out of Ottumwa, Iowa, is seeking submissions for short and feature films for Halloweenapalooza 2022, the annual horror film festival and celebration; Halloweenapalooza is Iowa’s premier film showcase created by horror filmmakers for horror fans; the event will be held on Oct. 7-8 at the Bridge View Center; in addition to the film festival, the event will feature vendors, celebrity appearances, costume contests, a showing of “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and much more.
Event Title: Call for Submissions: Halloweenapalooza 2022. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Build! Create! Innovate!
MUSEUMS
the exhibit includes 3,600 square feet of building space and more than 15,000 KEVA Planks, along with photography of local architecture and a pre-built bridge, Kone Tower, and the Putnam’s iconic Velie automobile; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Faces of the Past
MUSEUMS
an original Putnam exhibit that explores portraiture around the world and across time as a reflection of self-identity, popular culture, mythology, and ritual; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Kaiserslautern: Items from the GAHC's Collection
MUSEUMS
explore the connections between Davenport and our German sister city, Kaiserslautern. Featuring items from our own collection, learn about the relationship between these two cities; 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, August 10, 2022.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Mother Nature: Modern Muse
MUSEUMS
life on Earth has been evolving for billions of years; from single-celled organisms to giant blue whales, the story of life is one of trial and error; Mother Nature is continually discovering unique and innovative solutions and strategies that support life on Earth; the exhibit includes examples from the Putnam’s collection, supplemental reading material, and an opportunity to try your hand at your own design; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Our Neighbors, Our Friends
MUSEUMS
thru Sept. 18; exhibit including firsthand accounts of migration, story/text panels, images, temporarily loaned objects from refugees, and media components: video interviews, short stories, and more, presented in partnership with the non-profit Tapestry Farms, which utilizes urban properties to create a garden space within our city; 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, August 10, 2022.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Pollination Investigation
MUSEUMS
exhibition that explores the who, what, when, where, why, and how of pollination by interpreting the unique relationship between pollinators and flowers; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Putnam Museum * Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Abstract Ideas: Abstract Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 9; culled from CRMA’s collection of works created after 1950, the exhibit explores the potential of abstraction in the hands of post-World War II artists; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Abstract Ideas: Abstract Art from the Collection. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Anne Lindberg: think like the river with poet Ginny Threefoot
VISUAL ARTS
theu Sept. 4; the artist will create an ephemeral tonal landscape of color and light by casting thousands of threads across the span of the Figge’s fourth-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Anne Lindberg: think like the river with poet Ginny Threefoot. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entries: Moline Public Library Exhibits
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 30; seeking artists for temporary displays of 2 to 3 months to allow a full range of our public to see and appreciate the artwork; there is no fee to display and no commission on any works purchased; there are spaces next to each display area for artists to show contact information; as this is not retail space, we do not allow prices on the works themselves; all proposed shows need to be primarily 2D artwork; there is limited availability of 3D art display space; the main show is in our central “Blue Wall” area ( 30' long), and Gallery Hallway Cases (2x 7'wide x 9' tall x 18" deep) that space is for 2-D work only; we also accept proposals for two artists or small group shows; contact David Zahn at dzahnkoi@yahoo.com for more information and to submit sample images.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Moline Public Library Exhibits. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Call for Entries: Second Avenue Window Gallery
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; Quad City Arts features the work of emerging artists who have 10-20 canvases or framed pieces of art to exhibit in our Second Avenue Window Gallery for 6-8 weeks; sculpture is also welcome; all artists will be featured with their own page on our website during the exhibit; to apply, click to add your contact information, tell us about yourself (how you decided to express yourself visually) and tell us about your artwork (subject matter, medium, size range and inspiration.); submit 5 clear images of your artwork; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Second Avenue Window Gallery. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. College Invitational 2022
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 28; students to be included in this exhibition hail from eight area colleges and universities, including Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Clinton Community College, Knox College, Monmouth College, Scott Community College, St. Ambrose University, and Western Illinois University; art professors from each of the participating colleges were tasked with selecting the top works from their school to include in this year’s exhibit; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: College Invitational 2022. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Decolonial Intervention
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9, 2023; Mexican/Latinx multidisciplinary artist Tlisza Jaurique will use her inherited indigenous upbringing and aesthetics to create an intervention surrounding the Figge’s Spanish Vice Regal collection; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Decolonial Intervention. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Dick Pinney: Jack of All Trades
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 30; paintings, drawings, ceramics, assemblages, constructions, games, and puppets were all part of Pinney’s repertoire; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Dick Pinney: Jack of All Trades. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Eve Drewelowe: Painting Her Way
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 28; Drewelowe was born in New Hampton, Iowa, and became the first person to receive a master of arts degree from the University of Iowa in 1924; she spent most of her adult life in Boulder, Colorado, where she was a
passionate and prolific painter; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Eve Drewelowe: Painting Her Way. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 22; the exhibit explores the work, life, and career of the 19nth-century American artist who has been credited with being one of the first artists from this country to adopt Impressionism and to nurture its acceptance in the United States; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Lisa Mahar - Judy Steffens
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 29; exhibit of colorful image-packed paintings, tables, and sculptures by Mahar from Rock Island, IL, and paintings of people enjoying the seaside by Steffens from Wapella, IL; $1 for parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Lisa Mahar - Judy Steffens. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Melissa Airy - Ari Hval
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 12; exhibit of jewelry-like sculptures by Hval and multi-media installations by Airy; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Melissa Airy - Ari Hval. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons & Time
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 11; painter William Havlicek's poetic eulogy to Iowa’s seasonal changes, ochre harvests, russet woods and silent streams; Tue. Wed. & Fri. 10am-5pm, Thu.10am-7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1-5pm; free, with donations appreciated; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons & Time. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. The Warner Foundation Collection: History in the Painting
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 30; the exhibit gives insight into our country’s past through the work of revered American artists including Thomas Cole, Severin Roesen, Albert Bierstadt, and John Frederick Kensett; drawn from the collection of the Warner Foundation, the paintings range from bountiful still-lifes to awe-inspiring landscapes and reflect 19th-century society and culture. Ideas surrounding national pride, agricultural growth, the rise of the middle class, and westward expansion will be explored through these paintings and show how understanding our past is integral to moving forward; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: The Warner Foundation Collection: History in the Painting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Tomás & Charlie Lasansky: An Artistic Union
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 11; the first two-person exhibition of their work explores the potential relationships that exist between them; noon to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday; noon to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Tomás & Charlie Lasansky: An Artistic Union. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Urban Exposure: The American City Scene
VISUAL ARTS
drawn entirely from the Figge’s collection, Urban Exposure, showcases a compelling array of twentieth and twenty-first century artwork exploring the human condition within the urban American scene; through these diverse views of city life, this exhibition asks us to recognize the experiences we share and what it means to live and work in America; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Urban Exposure: The American City Scene. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 21; this revealing series of photographs shares the diverse stories of children in many different countries; each studio-style portrait is accompanied by a detailed study of the child’s “bedroom,” which can range from elaborate sanctuaries to the barest spaces set aside for sleep; an Historic House exhibition; Tue.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Thu. 10am-7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm; free, with donations appreciated; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Courtside Styling Salon
SENIORS
Fri. & Mon.-Wed. by appointment; for information, call 563-265-2150.
Event Title: Courtside Styling Salon. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Home Helpers
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477 ext. 253.
Event Title: Home Helpers. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness)
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477 ext. 266.
Event Title: NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Reflexology
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; $20/session; for information, call 563-349-5832.
Event Title: Reflexology. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program)
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Legends Dream Big Charity Golf Tournament
SPORTS
a one-day golf tournament featuring some of sports’ greatest legends; the five-person teams, consisting of four golfers and a “legend” captain, will compete on The General golf course set among 6,800 acres of The Galena Territory at Eagle Ridge; golfers will enjoy a day of great food and hospitality while raising funds for charities including the Field of Big Dreams charity and Cubs Charities.
Event Title: Legends Dream Big Charity Golf Tournament. Venue: Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa.
For more info visit www.eagleridge.com. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; $1/day; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. CASI Walking Club
SENIORS
on Mon. Wed. and Fri.; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: CASI Walking Club. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 8:00 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. 11am-2pm, Thu. 11am-noon; $3/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Grief Support Group
SENIORS
on the 2nd & 4th Wed. of the month; food and beverages purchased individually; donations accepted; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Grief Support Group. Venue: Family Restaurant.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Family Restaurant.
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. T'ai Chi Ch'un
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; $24/six-week class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: T'ai Chi Ch'un. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group)
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; $1/meeting plus national dues; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel & Policy Committee Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees Personnel & Policy Committee Meeting. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Milestones AAA Meal Site
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in advance; annual registration is required to attend; meal site is open to everyone 60 years of age and older; for information and to reserve a meal, call 563-386-7477 Ext 248.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Euchre
SENIORS
on Wed. & Fri.; $4/session; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Euchre. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Bunco with Friends of River Valley District Library
EVENTS
have some fun playing Bunco; for information, call 309-523-3440.
Event Title: Bunco with Friends of River Valley District Library. Venue: River Valley District Library.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
River Valley District Library.
For more info visit rivervalleylibrary.org. Yoga
HEALTH
led by Bobbi Kelley; join this gentle, slow flow class; $15; for information and to register, e-mail olpretreat@chmiowa.org and call 563-374-1092.
Event Title: Yoga. Venue: Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM.
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat.
For more info visit www.chmiowa.org. Stitching & More
VISUAL ARTS
on all Wednesdays but the 2nd Wednesdays of the month; work on your crafts and projects while visiting with friends; for information, call 309-523-3440.
Event Title: Stitching & More. Venue: River Valley District Library.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
River Valley District Library.
For more info visit rivervalleylibrary.org. Disaster!
THEATRE
musical spoof of '70s disaster movies featuring classic '70s songs; Fri. Sat. Wed. 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Disaster! Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 1:15 PM – 3:15 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Bunco
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; $2/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. The World Goes 'Round
THEATRE
a stirring revue of the songbook from the multi-Tony award-winning team of John Kander and Fred Ebb, directed by Bill Kincaid; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm (no show August 5), Sun. & Wed. 3pm; $18-25; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: The World Goes 'Round. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.org. End Game (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: End Game (5:30pm). Venue: Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Riverside Casino and Golf Resort.
For more info visit www.riversidecasinoandresort.com. Rock Island Committee of the Whole Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month (subject to change); for information, e-mail coboard@co.rock-island.il.us or call 309-558-3605.
Event Title: Rock Island Committee of the Whole Meeting. Venue: Rock Island County Office Building.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island County Office Building.
For more info visit www.rockislandcounty.org. Davenport City Council 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 Meeting. Venue: Davenport City Hall.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport City Hall.
For more info visit www.davenportiowa.com. Gray Wolf Band (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Gray Wolf Band (6pm). Venue: Sheridan Meadows Park.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Sheridan Meadows Park.
Open Blues Jam (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Blues Jam (6pm). Venue: Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Kavanaugh's Hilltop Bar & Grill.
Evening Bingo
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; 5pm doors, $10 card pack minimum purchase; cash prizes for each game, progressive Jackpot; 5pm doors, 6pm bingo; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Jef Spradley (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
$15-20.
Event Title: Jef Spradley (6:30pm). Venue: The Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits.
How David Sears Brought John Deere to Moline
LECTURES
Wed. 6:30pm and Sat. 9am; a presentation in River Action's Riverine Walks series; Frank Ege explores how one of Moline's founders used the promise of free water power to persuade John Deere to build his plow factory in Moline; meet at John Deere Commons Channel Cat Dock; the presentation will be on the shore; $10; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: How David Sears Brought John Deere to Moline. Venue: River Action.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
River Action.
For more info visit riveraction.org. American Spy
LITERARY ARTS
a discussion of Lauren Wilkinson's book with the Between the Lines Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: American Spy. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels
SPORTS
professional minor-league baseball; for tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Adventurer
LIVE MUSIC
$15-20.
Event Title: Adventurer. Venue: Gabe's.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
The Beths - Rosie Tucker
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the New Zealand indie-pop band, featuring a set by Rosie Tucker; $25.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Ani DiFranco - The Righteous Babes: Gracie & Rachel, Zoe Boekbinder, and Jocelyn Mackenzie
LIVE MUSIC
concerts with the iconic singer/songwriter in support of her latest album "Revolutionary Love," featuring sets with The Righteous Babes of Gracie & Rachel, Zoe Boekbinder, and Jocelyn Mackenzie; $29-45.
Venue: Codfish Hollow Barn.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Codfish Hollow Barn.
For more info visit www.codfishhollowbarnstormers.com. Disaster!
THEATRE
musical spoof of '70s disaster movies featuring classic '70s songs; Fri. Sat. Wed. 5:45pm plated dinner, 7pm pre-show, 7:30pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm plated dinner, 5pm pre-show, 5:30pm show; Wed.: 11:45am plated lunch, 12:45pm pre-show, 1:15pm show; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2.
Event Title: Disaster! Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Open Mic with Donovan Gustofsan
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays.
Event Title: Open Mic with Donovan Gustofsan. Venue: Whiskey Stop.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Whiskey Stop.
Karaoke Night
LIVE MUSIC
on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-793-1999.
Venue: RIBCO.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022, 9:00 PM – Thursday, August 11, 2022, 1:30 AM.
RIBCO.
For more info visit ribco.com. 2022 Tug Fest LeClaire
EVENTS
thru Aug. 13; the annual tug-of-war over the Mississippi River against Port Bryon, with carnival events, live music, vendors, children's activities, a 5K Tug Run, the Grand Parade, and more.
Event Title: 2022 Tug Fest LeClaire. Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. 2022 Tug Fest Port Byron
EVENTS
thru Aug. 13; the annual tug-of-war over the Mississippi River against LeClaire, with carnival events, live music, vendors, children's activities, a bags tournament, fireworks, and more.
Event Title: 2022 Tug Fest Port Byron. Venue: Port Byron Levee.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Port Byron Levee.
For more info visit www.tugfest.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.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Davenport Public Library Summer Reading Program
LITERARY ARTS
thru Aug. 31; join the Davenport Public Library for our 2022 Summer Reading Challenge for all ages; add some adventure to your summer with the Library’s Summer Reading Program: Read Beyond the Beaten Path; children are invited to be explore nature, get creative, try new things, and find beauty in diversity with the library this summer; read books, attend a virtual or in-person program, or complete any of the fun activities from the reading log; each thing you do earns a ticket into the grand-prize drawing(s) of your choice; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Davenport Public Library Summer Reading Program. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Call for Submissions: Halloweenapalooza 2022
MOVIES
thru Aug. 31; Prescribed Films, an independent film group based out of Ottumwa, Iowa, is seeking submissions for short and feature films for Halloweenapalooza 2022, the annual horror film festival and celebration; Halloweenapalooza is Iowa’s premier film showcase created by horror filmmakers for horror fans; the event will be held on Oct. 7-8 at the Bridge View Center; in addition to the film festival, the event will feature vendors, celebrity appearances, costume contests, a showing of “Rocky Horror Picture Show,” and much more.
Event Title: Call for Submissions: Halloweenapalooza 2022. Venue: Bridge View Center.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Bridge View Center.
For more info visit filmfreeway.com. Build! Create! Innovate!
MUSEUMS
the exhibit includes 3,600 square feet of building space and more than 15,000 KEVA Planks, along with photography of local architecture and a pre-built bridge, Kone Tower, and the Putnam’s iconic Velie automobile; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Faces of the Past
MUSEUMS
an original Putnam exhibit that explores portraiture around the world and across time as a reflection of self-identity, popular culture, mythology, and ritual; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Kaiserslautern: Items from the GAHC's Collection
MUSEUMS
explore the connections between Davenport and our German sister city, Kaiserslautern. Featuring items from our own collection, learn about the relationship between these two cities; 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.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Mother Nature: Modern Muse
MUSEUMS
life on Earth has been evolving for billions of years; from single-celled organisms to giant blue whales, the story of life is one of trial and error; Mother Nature is continually discovering unique and innovative solutions and strategies that support life on Earth; the exhibit includes examples from the Putnam’s collection, supplemental reading material, and an opportunity to try your hand at your own design; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission, free for Putnam members; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Our Neighbors, Our Friends
MUSEUMS
thru Sept. 18; exhibit including firsthand accounts of migration, story/text panels, images, temporarily loaned objects from refugees, and media components: video interviews, short stories, and more, presented in partnership with the non-profit Tapestry Farms, which utilizes urban properties to create a garden space within our city; 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.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Pollination Investigation
MUSEUMS
exhibition that explores the who, what, when, where, why, and how of pollination by interpreting the unique relationship between pollinators and flowers; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $8-9 admission; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Putnam Museum * Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Abstract Ideas: Abstract Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 9; culled from CRMA’s collection of works created after 1950, the exhibit explores the potential of abstraction in the hands of post-World War II artists; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Abstract Ideas: Abstract Art from the Collection. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Anne Lindberg: think like the river with poet Ginny Threefoot
VISUAL ARTS
theu Sept. 4; the artist will create an ephemeral tonal landscape of color and light by casting thousands of threads across the span of the Figge’s fourth-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Anne Lindberg: think like the river with poet Ginny Threefoot. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Call for Entries: Moline Public Library Exhibits
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 30; seeking artists for temporary displays of 2 to 3 months to allow a full range of our public to see and appreciate the artwork; there is no fee to display and no commission on any works purchased; there are spaces next to each display area for artists to show contact information; as this is not retail space, we do not allow prices on the works themselves; all proposed shows need to be primarily 2D artwork; there is limited availability of 3D art display space; the main show is in our central “Blue Wall” area ( 30' long), and Gallery Hallway Cases (2x 7'wide x 9' tall x 18" deep) that space is for 2-D work only; we also accept proposals for two artists or small group shows; contact David Zahn at dzahnkoi@yahoo.com for more information and to submit sample images.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Moline Public Library Exhibits. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Call for Entries: Second Avenue Window Gallery
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; Quad City Arts features the work of emerging artists who have 10-20 canvases or framed pieces of art to exhibit in our Second Avenue Window Gallery for 6-8 weeks; sculpture is also welcome; all artists will be featured with their own page on our website during the exhibit; to apply, click to add your contact information, tell us about yourself (how you decided to express yourself visually) and tell us about your artwork (subject matter, medium, size range and inspiration.); submit 5 clear images of your artwork; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Call for Entries: Second Avenue Window Gallery. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. College Invitational 2022
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 28; students to be included in this exhibition hail from eight area colleges and universities, including Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Clinton Community College, Knox College, Monmouth College, Scott Community College, St. Ambrose University, and Western Illinois University; art professors from each of the participating colleges were tasked with selecting the top works from their school to include in this year’s exhibit; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: College Invitational 2022. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Decolonial Intervention
VISUAL ARTS
thru July 9, 2023; Mexican/Latinx multidisciplinary artist Tlisza Jaurique will use her inherited indigenous upbringing and aesthetics to create an intervention surrounding the Figge’s Spanish Vice Regal collection; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Decolonial Intervention. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Dick Pinney: Jack of All Trades
VISUAL ARTS
thru Oct. 30; paintings, drawings, ceramics, assemblages, constructions, games, and puppets were all part of Pinney’s repertoire; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Dick Pinney: Jack of All Trades. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Eve Drewelowe: Painting Her Way
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 28; Drewelowe was born in New Hampton, Iowa, and became the first person to receive a master of arts degree from the University of Iowa in 1924; she spent most of her adult life in Boulder, Colorado, where she was a
passionate and prolific painter; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $4-8; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Eve Drewelowe: Painting Her Way. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 22; the exhibit explores the work, life, and career of the 19nth-century American artist who has been credited with being one of the first artists from this country to adopt Impressionism and to nurture its acceptance in the United States; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: John Leslie Breck: American Impressionist. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Lisa Mahar - Judy Steffens
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 29; exhibit of colorful image-packed paintings, tables, and sculptures by Mahar from Rock Island, IL, and paintings of people enjoying the seaside by Steffens from Wapella, IL; $1 for parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Lisa Mahar - Judy Steffens. Venue: Quad City International Airport Gallery.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Melissa Airy - Ari Hval
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 12; exhibit of jewelry-like sculptures by Hval and multi-media installations by Airy; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Melissa Airy - Ari Hval. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons & Time
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 11; painter William Havlicek's poetic eulogy to Iowa’s seasonal changes, ochre harvests, russet woods and silent streams; Tue. Wed. & Fri. 10am-5pm, Thu.10am-7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1-5pm; free, with donations appreciated; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Event Title: The Sanctuary of the Sun: Seasons & Time. Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.org. The Warner Foundation Collection: History in the Painting
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 30; the exhibit gives insight into our country’s past through the work of revered American artists including Thomas Cole, Severin Roesen, Albert Bierstadt, and John Frederick Kensett; drawn from the collection of the Warner Foundation, the paintings range from bountiful still-lifes to awe-inspiring landscapes and reflect 19th-century society and culture. Ideas surrounding national pride, agricultural growth, the rise of the middle class, and westward expansion will be explored through these paintings and show how understanding our past is integral to moving forward; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: The Warner Foundation Collection: History in the Painting. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Tomás & Charlie Lasansky: An Artistic Union
VISUAL ARTS
thru Sept. 11; the first two-person exhibition of their work explores the potential relationships that exist between them; noon to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday; noon to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday; 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Tomás & Charlie Lasansky: An Artistic Union. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Urban Exposure: The American City Scene
VISUAL ARTS
drawn entirely from the Figge’s collection, Urban Exposure, showcases a compelling array of twentieth and twenty-first century artwork exploring the human condition within the urban American scene; through these diverse views of city life, this exhibition asks us to recognize the experiences we share and what it means to live and work in America; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-10; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Urban Exposure: The American City Scene. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Where Children Sleep: Photographs by James Mollison
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 21; this revealing series of photographs shares the diverse stories of children in many different countries; each studio-style portrait is accompanied by a detailed study of the child’s “bedroom,” which can range from elaborate sanctuaries to the barest spaces set aside for sleep; an Historic House exhibition; Tue.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Thu. 10am-7pm, Sat. & Sun. 1-4pm; free, with donations appreciated; for information, call 563-263-8282.
Venue: Muscatine Art Center.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Muscatine Art Center.
For more info visit www.muscatineartcenter.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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
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; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Home Helpers
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477 ext. 253.
Event Title: Home Helpers. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness)
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477 ext. 266.
Event Title: NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Reflexology
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; $20/session; for information, call 563-349-5832.
Event Title: Reflexology. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program)
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri. by appointment; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; $1/day; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Zumba Toning
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 10:15am, Thu. 8:45am; $3/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Zumba Toning. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. River Landscape Mosaic
LECTURES
a presentation in River Action's Channel Cat Talks series; Dr. Reuben Heine and Dr. Norm Moline, Augustana College explore why the river flows east-west here, what river processes are, and how humans have changed them; visit Pool 15 from Arsenal Island to Hampton with a view of I-74 Bridge construction; $20; for information and to register, call 563-322-2969.
Event Title: River Landscape Mosaic. Venue: Riverbend Commons Dock.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Riverbend Commons Dock.
For more info visit riveraction.org. Card Embroidery
SENIORS
on Thursdays; learn how to create fun embroidery greeting cards $2/class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Card Embroidery. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Chess for Experienced Players
SENIORS
on Thursdays; $2; for information, call 563-386-747.
Event Title: Chess for Experienced Players. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Beginning Line Dancing
SENIORS
on Tuesdays & Thursdays; $2/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Beginning Line Dancing. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. Quad Cities Chamber Annual Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
the Quad Cities Chamber's Annual Meeting brings together our region's executives, elected officials, business owners, and civic leaders; each year, the Chamber convenes the business community around our top priorities; attendees get an inside look at the Chamber's accomplishments over the past year and our vision for the future; 11am registration, 11:30am lunch, noon program.
Event Title: Quad Cities Chamber Annual Meeting. Venue: Rhythm City Casino Resort.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Rhythm City Casino Resort.
For more info visit member.quadcitieschamber.com. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. 11am-2pm, Thu. 11am-noon; $2/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 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; meals must be reserved 24 to 48 hours in advance; annual registration is required to attend; meal site is open to everyone 60 years of age and older; for information and to reserve a meal, call 563-386-7477 Ext 248.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Moline Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
agendas are available prior to the meetings; minutes are available following approval; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Moline Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com. Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice
SENIORS
on Thursdays; $2-5; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Quilting by the River
VISUAL ARTS
on the 2nd & 4th Thu. of the month; join RVDL upstairs in the community room to work on your quilting projects; for information, call 309-523-3440.
Event Title: Quilting by the River. Venue: River Valley District Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
River Valley District Library.
For more info visit rivervalleylibrary.org. 101 Dalmatians
MOVIES
2 & 7pm screenings of the animated movie in the Throwback Thursdays series; free; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Event Title: 101 Dalmatians. Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Afternoon Classics
MOVIES
we will be watching movies from the 1930s-1960s featuring your favorite actors and actresses; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Afternoon Classics. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library = Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Bags, Cornhole, & Boards
SENIORS
on Thursdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Bags, Cornhole, & Boards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Bags, Cornhole, Boards
SENIORS
on Thursdays; we have bags and boards for you to come and play on a weekly basis; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Bags, Cornhole, Boards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. CASI Chess Club
SENIORS
on Thursdays in the library; equipment and assistance will be available; $1/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: CASI Chess Club. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. Chess for Experienced Players
SENIORS
on Thursdays; $1/person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chess for Experienced Players. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. 500
SENIORS
on Thursdays; $1; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: 500. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. CASI Ice Cream Social
SENIORS
join our talented music groups at CASI for an afternoon of music and sweet treats; Bob Gaston New Horizons Band, Golden Tones Chorus, and Silver Linings Bell Choir will be performing; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: CASI Ice Cream Social. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Kids, Media, & Technology
COURSES
learn about the effects of too much media and technology on kids and how to manage it; also learn the dangers of social media and how to keep kids safe while using technology; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Kids, Media, & Technology. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Libray.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Library Board of Trustees Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Library Board of Trustees Meeting. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. OWLT and About: Party in the Park
KIDS' STUFF
attendees can enjoy food, entertainment, and activities for the whole family; these events are a great opportunity to meet fellow residents, learn more about surrounding neighborhoods, and engage with local elected officials; members from city staff will be in attendance to discuss concerns and opportunities facing the community and how residents can get involved in their neighborhood; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: OWLT and About: Party in the Park. Venue: Ridgeview Park.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Ridgeview Park.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Levi Craft (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Levi Craft (6pm). Venue: Twin Span Brewing.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Twin Span Brewing.
Open Jam Night (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Sean Kistler (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Sean Kistler (6pm). Venue: Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Adult Tabletop Adventures Guild (TAG): Dungeons & Dragons
EVENTS
adults to get together and roleplay, role dice, and have fun; join us as our newly established guild starts its journey into Dungeons & Dragons; feel free to bring character sheets and dice; free; for information, call 563-289-6007.
Event Title: Adult Tabletop Adventures Guild (TAG): Dungeons & Dragons. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Creativity Lab: Mini Murals
KIDS' STUFF
held on the lawn on the south side of the library; we will be using splatter paint techniques and bubble paint, spray bottles, and flyswatters to create small murals on big paper; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Creativity Lab: Mini Murals. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit www.molinelibrary.com. Facebook Live Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
recommended for grades 3 & under; Join Mrs. Swanson on the Silvis Public Library Facebook page for a live read-along and craft tutorial; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibraryorg or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Facebook Live Storytime. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Fidget Quilt Service Project
VISUAL ARTS
help make fidget quilts that we will donate to area assisted living communities to help soothe fidgeting minds and stimulate senses; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Fidget Quilt Service Project. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Matt Hamilton (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Matt Hamilton (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Village Series Songwriter Round: Angela Meyer - Monica Austin (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Village Series Songwriter Round: Angela Meyer - Monica Austin (6:30pm). Venue: Village Theatre.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Village Theatre.
The Awful Truth
MOVIES
screening of the classic Cary Grant comedy in the "Screwball Summer" series; Fri. 7pm, Sun. 4pm, Thu. 6:30pm.
Event Title: The Awful Truth. Venue: FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
FilmScene @ The Chauncey.
For more info visit icfilmscene.org. Soul Storm (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
an event in the Summer Concert Series; attendees are encouraged to bring food and drink; in the case of inclement weather, this program will be held inside the library; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels
SPORTS
professional minor-league baseball; for tickets, call 563-324-3000.
Event Title: Quad Cities River Bandits vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels. Venue: Modern Woodmen Park.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Modern Woodmen Park.
For more info visit www.milb.com. Thursdays at the Figge
VISUAL ARTS
weekly programs featuring artists, curators, scholars, and community partners to explore creativity in all forms; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Thursdays at the Figge. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
The Delta Bombers - Reckless Ones
LIVE MUSIC
$15-20.
Event Title: The Delta Bombers - Reckless Ones. Venue: Gabe's.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gabe's.
Tug Fest: K & Ty & the Other Guy
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tug Fest: K & Ty & the Other Guy. Venue: LeClaire Levee.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
LeClaire Levee.
For more info visit tugfest.com. 101 Dalmatians
MOVIES
2 & 7pm screenings of the animated movie in the Throwback Thursdays series; free; for information, call 309-342-2299.
Event Title: 101 Dalmatians. Venue: Orpheum Theatre.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Orpheum Theatre.
For more info visit www.galesburgorpheum.org. Gray Wolf Band
LIVE MUSIC
outdoor event in the Thursday Night Bass Street Landing Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs.
Venue: Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Bass Street Landing Plaza.
Muscatine City Council Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
meets on the first, second, and third Thursday of each month; for information, call 563-263-5821.
Event Title: Muscatine City Council Meeting. Venue: City Hall of Muscatine.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
City Hall of Muscatine.
For more info visit www.muscatineiowa.gov. Open Jam Night
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam Night. Venue: My Place the Pub.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
My Place the Pub.
Jekyll & Hyde
THEATRE
Tony-nominated musical thriller based on the Robert Louis Stevenson character(s), directed by Heather Herkelman; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610.
Event Title: Jekyll & Hyde. Venue: Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium.
For more info visit qcmusicguild.com. Ride the Cyclone
THEATRE
musical about a roller-coaster ride gone horribly wrong, running August 11 to 20, directed and choreographed by Shelley Cooper; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $13-16; for information, call 563-284-2350.
Event Title: Ride the Cyclone. Venue: The Black Box Theatre.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Black Box Theatre.
For more info visit theblackboxtheatre.com. The World Goes 'Round
THEATRE
a stirring revue of the songbook from the multi-Tony award-winning team of John Kander and Fred Ebb, directed by Bill Kincaid; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm (no show August 5), Sun. & Wed. 3pm; $18-25; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760.
Event Title: The World Goes 'Round. Venue: Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre.
For more info visit www.clintonshowboat.org. We Will Rock You
THEATRE
musical revue featuring more than 20 hit Queen songs, directed by Daniel Gold; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. Wed. & Aug. 13 2pm; $35; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035.
Event Title: We Will Rock You. Venue: Timber Lake Playhouse.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Timber Lake Playhouse.
For more info visit www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. Karaoke Night
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Harley Corin's.
Thursday, August 11, 2022, 9:00 PM – Friday, August 12, 2022, 1:00 AM.
Harley Corin's.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.