Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy
MUSEUMS
thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Moline
VISUAL ARTS
thru March 15; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Moline. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Walking CASI's Main Street
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; 11 times around makes a mile; our walking track has windows to look outside and pleasant scenery along the way to make your exercise time fun with friends, or on your own; our special flooring will be kind to your knees and joints; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Walking CASI's Main Street. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Billiards
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 8:30am-noon & 2-4pm, Tue.-Thu. 8:30-4pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Billiards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Line Dancing: Beginner
SENIORS
on Tuesdays, 9-9:30am & 9:30-10am; learn all the latest moves in a fun way to stay in shape; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Line Dancing: Beginner. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers Classic
SENIORS
Tue. & Thu.; chair exercises can offer a seated routine that rivals any you've ever done on your feet; you can also do this class standing if you want to give it a try; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers Classic. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers EnerChi
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; move through a slow-flowing sequence as you shift your weight from front to back, side to side, in rhythm to your instructor's direction; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers EnerChi. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Movement Yoga
HEALTH
on Tuesdays; join MaryBeth Wood for a yoga session centered on mat yoga and movement sessions meant to get the blood flowing and the body going; these sessions are appropriate for anyone from beginner to advanced skill sets; please bring your own yoga mat if you have one; if you do not have a yoga mat, one will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Movement Yoga. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Chair Yoga
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Chair Yoga. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers Stability
SENIORS
Tue. & Thu.; 15-minute class designed to improve balance and prevent falls; you will improve your lower body strength with chair support and a variety of training techniques to keep you on your feet and steady; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers Stability. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Senior Social Hour
SENIORS
socializing and activities for seniors in the LeClaire area; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Senior Social Hour. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Sensory Playtime
KIDS' STUFF
kids can enjoy different sensory stations in the children's area; we will also have sensory books available to check out; sensory playtime is every other week and recommended for kids 0-5; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Sensory Playtime. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Toddler Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to enjoy this story time full of books, action rhymes, and songs; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Toddler Tales @ Watts-Midtown Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one of CASI’s most popular fitness classes, mostly from a sitting position; the class includes hand weights, resistance bands, balls, and chairs; there are occasional intervals of walking, but any ability can be adapted to this class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Milestones AAA Meal Site
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri; open to everyone 60 years and up; annual registration is required; make your 48-hour advanced reservation, for meal planning, by calling 563.386.7477 Ext. 248; donations are welcomed.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Senior Technology Clinic
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; Mike Shinbori invites you to bring in tablets, laptops, cell phones, etc. with any questions; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Senior Technology Clinic. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Crocheting & Knitting
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; help make hats, scarves, and mittens for local organizations that help individuals in need; free; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Crocheting & Knitting. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Intro to Pastels
VISUAL ARTS
adults will learn about pastels and create artwork; all materials will be provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Intro to Pastels. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Canasta
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Canasta. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Mah Jongg
SENIORS
Mon. 10am, Tue. 1pm; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Mah Jongg. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Cribbage
SENIORS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Cribbage. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Felt Plushies
KIDS' STUFF
on Tuesdays; learn to make your own felt plushies; this program uses hot glue, so is best suited to kids 8 and up; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Felt Plushies. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Fundraiser Tuesday: Common Chord
EVENTS
on Tuesdays; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Fundraiser Tuesday: Common Chord. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board
KIDS' STUFF
join us to chat about all the inner workings of our library and give your input on events, books, and many other opportunities; refreshments will be provided; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Tuesday: Teen Advisory Board. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Open Jam w/ Chrissy Boyer & the Jacob Palmer Band, Leigh Timbrook, Chris Avey, and Matt Fuller (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Jam w/ Chrissy Boyer & the Jacob Palmer Band, Leigh Timbrook, Chris Avey, and Matt Fuller (6pm). Venue: The Palace Tavern.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Palace Tavern.
For more info visit palacetaverneastmoline.com. Time Warp Tuesdatys (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Time Warp Tuesdatys (6pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. The Talk of The Town
EVENTS
on Tuesdays, hosted by DJ Powder (Tiana Washington); featuring local perspectives related to the world of arts, sports, and music; we highlight local change-makers who are making a difference in a variety of industries; listen to the show online at tunein.com or Facebook/tianapowderwashington.
Venue: KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
KALA Radio 88.5 & 105.5 FM.
For more info visit tunein.com. Paws to Read with QCCAN
KIDS' STUFF
boost your reading skills by sharing stories with the therapy-certified dogs of QCCAN; these furry friends are great listeners and provide calm reassurance to kids looking to build their skills; books will be in the room for you to pick from or you can bring your favorite from home; open to children of all ages; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Paws to Read with QCCAN. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack
KIDS' STUFF
stop by the library for an evening Storytime unlike any other by the one and only retired school librarian, Mr. Haack; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Read-Aloud Stories with Mr. Haack. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Discover the Extra in Mercer County
LECTURES
residents, business owners, and community leaders are invited to a special evening of inspiration and insight as nationally recognized broadcaster Andrew McCrea brings his message of excellence to Mercer County; free.
Event Title: Discover the Extra in Mercer County. Venue: Aledo Opera House.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Aledo Opera House.
For more info visit aledooperahouse.com. 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, March 10, 2026, 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, March 10, 2026, 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, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Moline City Hall.
For more info visit moline.il.us. Teen Advisory Board
KIDS' STUFF
TAB members volunteer, organize and 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. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Smothermoss
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Alisa Alering's book with the West End Book Club; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Smothermoss. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Walk the Vanished Earth
LITERARY ARTS
discussion of Erin Swan's book with the Get Lit discussion group; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Walk the Vanished Earth. Venue: Adventurous Brewing.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Adventurous Brewing.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.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, March 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverdale City Hall.
For more info visit riverdaleiowa.com. Open Mic Jam
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Jam. Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
the board will review legislative actions, administrative items, and contracts; for information, call 563-326-8749 or e-mail board@scottcountyiowa.gov.
Event Title: Scott County Board of Supervisors Committee of the Whole Meeting. Venue: Scott County Administrative Center.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Scott County Administrative Center.
For more info visit www.scottcountyiowa.gov. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy
MUSEUMS
thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Moline
VISUAL ARTS
thru March 15; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Moline. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Walking CASI's Main Street
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; 11 times around makes a mile; our walking track has windows to look outside and pleasant scenery along the way to make your exercise time fun with friends, or on your own; our special flooring will be kind to your knees and joints; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Walking CASI's Main Street. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Tone & Walk
SENIORS
Mon. & Wed.; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Tone & Walk. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one of CASI’s most popular fitness classes, mostly from a sitting position; the class includes hand weights, resistance bands, balls, and chairs; there are occasional intervals of walking, but any ability can be adapted to this class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Chair Yoga
HEALTH
on Wednesdays; enjoy a guided yoga session with Mary Beth; chair yoga is perfect for all abilities and ages; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Chair Yoga. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Grief Support Group
SENIORS
on the 2nd & 4th Wed. of the month; this group meets twice a month to offer support and connection that comes from being with people who have also recently experienced a loss; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Grief Support Group. Venue: Family Restaurant.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Family Restaurant.
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Preschool Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Walkers & Wigglers Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; we’ll sing songs, dance, and read fun stories; stick around afterwards for free play for the little ones; all ages welcome, best for children ages 18 months to 4 years; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Walkers & Wigglers Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. T'ai Chi Ch'un
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; Chinese martial art practiced for defense training, health benefits, and meditation; improves balance, stability, and flexibility; $26/member, $52/community per 6-week session; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: T'ai Chi Ch'un. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Toddler Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; join us after storytime for play and socialization for toddlers and preschoolers; children will get time to explore play and pretend with cars, toys, or any place their imagination takes them; best for children ages 1 to 4 years and their grown-ups; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Toddler Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group)
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; 10:30am weigh-in, 11am meeting; this weight loss support group offers tools and programs for healthy living, weight management, and group fellowship and recognition; national membership dues ($16) must be paid to start the program; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Weight-Loss Support Group). Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Your Health 101: Bladder Care
HEALTH
learn how many times per day you should you go to the bathroom, how much liquid should you really drink, pelvic exercises, and more with Beth Shelly, PT, an internationally known physical therapist and educator in the field of Pelvic physical therapy; she has over 22 years of experience in the field, has completed research, and has written on the subject; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Your Health 101: Bladder Care. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch
KIDS' STUFF
toddlers can use all of their senses with hands on art; we will take care of the mess as they create their masterpieces; every child will receive an art apron; for ages 5 and under with caretaker; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Petite Picassos @ Southwest Branch. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Milestones AAA Meal Site
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri; open to everyone 60 years and up; annual registration is required; make your 48-hour advanced reservation, for meal planning, by calling 563.386.7477 Ext. 248; donations are welcomed.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Mahjong
EVENTS
on Wednesdays; play some rounds of Mahjong at the library; all supplies will be provided. If you don't know how to play, someone will be available to teach you; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Mahjong. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmoline.librarycalendar.com. Craft Wednesdays
SENIORS
join fellow crafters for a social time to work on any craft projects you bring; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Craft Wednesdays. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Euchre
SENIORS
on Wed. & Fri.; tournaments every week; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Euchre. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 12:45 PM – 3:45 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Beginner Mah Jongg
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; learn this fun game; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Beginner Mah Jongg. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. The French-Indian War
LECTURES
we will discuss the French and Indian War and the importance on the foundations of the future of the United States; the military experience that this provided to the British colonial militia would prove to be invaluable; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: The French-Indian War. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Bunco
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. After School Kids Lab: DIY Nature Journal
KIDS' STUFF
ecorate your own nature journal to take with you when exploring the outdoors; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: After School Kids Lab: DIY Nature Journal. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Plug & Play
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; teens and tweens in Grades 6 -12 join us for a laid-back hangout in the 2nd Floor Program Room; play Nintendo Switch and board games, try out fun crafts, meet friends, and relax; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Plug & Play. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Builders Club
KIDS' STUFF
stop by every other Wednesday and build something awesome; we will have Legos, magnetic tiles, and other building blocks for kids to play with; registration is not required; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Builders Club. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. First Chapter Book Club - Legends of Lotus Island: The Guardian Test
KIDS' STUFF
ages 8-12 will read aloud the first chapter (or maybe two!) of a book; if you like what you hear and want to keep reading, copies will be available to check out; there will also be an activity to do if you want to stay and talk about the book for a little bit; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: First Chapter Book Club - Legends of Lotus Island: The Guardian Test. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Lego Explorers
KIDS' STUFF
follow along with the story and complete building challenges to find out what happens next; all creations are put up on our Lego Display shelf for the month; free; for information, call 563-289-6007 or e-mail library@leclaireiowa.gov.
Event Title: Lego Explorers. Venue: LeClaire Community Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
LeClaire Community Library.
For more info visit www.leclaireiowa.gov. Teen Gaming
KIDS' STUFF
on Wednesdays; join us for gaming on the Switch, playing Roblox on a laptop, or trying to make one of our older gaming systems work (Miss Amber says “Good luck to you on that.”); tabletop gaming and D&D campaigns also welcome; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Teen Gaming. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Teen String Art
KIDS' STUFF
make a fun string art craft; choose between flowers or moon/stars; all materials provided; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Teen String Art. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. Wax on Wednesdays (5pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Wax on Wednesdays (5pm). Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Wake Brewing.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Teen Fandom Club: Collage Night
KIDS' STUFF
hang out at the library socialize with other teens your age; create a Collage Piece of Art, share ideas and have fun; supplies limited to the first 10 participants; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Teen Fandom Club: Collage Night. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Evening Bingo
SENIORS
on Wednesdays; cash prizes for each game with a progressive jackpot; 5pm doors, 6pm bingo; $10 starter packet per person; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Evening Bingo. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. 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, March 11, 2026, 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, March 11, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Davenport City Hall.
For more info visit www.davenportiowa.com. The French-Indian War
LECTURES
we will discuss the French and Indian War and the importance on the foundations of the future of the United States; the military experience that this provided to the British colonial militia would prove to be invaluable; a program in the Rock Island Arsenal Series: American Revolution on the 250th Anniversary of Our Nation; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: The French-Indian War. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. DJ Obie (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
free.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Chuck Murphy (6:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Chuck Murphy (6:30pm). Venue: The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
The Gypsy Highway Bar & Grill.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Fleet Feet Run Meet Up
EVENTS
on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Fleet Feet Run Meet Up. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Investing and Taxes - Part 2
LECTURES
let financial advisor Ray Kozicki from the Society for Financial Awareness guide you through the minefield of investments and taxes in this second of the two-part series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Investing and Taxes - Part 2. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Historical Society Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
meeting upstairs, all welcome; free; for information, call 309-523-3440.
Event Title: Historical Society Meeting. Venue: River Valley District Library.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
River Valley District Library.
For more info visit www.rivervalleylibrary.org. Joshua Bell & the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
LIVE MUSIC
a musical powerhouse, the orchestra has gained worldwide acclaim for its joyful and inspiring performances as well as for a commitment to the musical freedom and expressiveness of its players; $10-75; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Honky Tonk Angels
THEATRE
musical about three female country singers headed to Nashville, featuring classic songs such as "9 to 5" and "Harper Valley PTA," directed by Tristan Tapscott; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 3/11 and 3/12: 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: Honky Tonk Angels. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.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.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes
DANCE
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Conditioning, Creative Movement, and Adult Ballet, for ages 3 to adult; all classes taught by the company's professional dancers; for information and to register, call 309-786-2677.
Venue: Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance.
For more info visit www.balletquadcities.com. Indigenous Roots of Mexican Americans
MUSEUMS
thru Mar. 22; exhibit of artifacts and textiles from areas in Mexico that are housed together with 250,000 objects in the Putnam’s collections; Mon.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. 11am-5pm; free with $10-12 admissikon; for information, call 563-324-1933.
Venue: Putnam Museum & Science Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Putnam Museum & Science Center.
For more info visit www.putnam.org. Play On! German Immigrants and the Quad Cities' Musical Legacy
MUSEUMS
thru Aug. 2; on display in the third-floor gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; free with $3-5 admission; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. Violins of Hope
MUSEUMS
thru Apr. 26; in the first-floor gallery; a project of concerts based on a private collection of violins, violas and cellos, all collected since the end of World War II; many of the instruments belonged to Jews before and during the war; the Nazis used music and especially violins to humiliate and degrade Jews in ghettos and camps; they confiscated many thousands of instruments from Jews all over Europe; "Violins of Hope" is not only a memorial to a lost culture and people, it is also an educational act that reaches young students and adults wherever our concerts are performed and exhibitions displayed; for information, call 563-322-8844.
Venue: German American Heritage Center. Event Duration: One-Time.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
German American Heritage Center.
For more info visit gahc.org. A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; featured artists include Alan Cohen, György Kepes, Olivia Parker, Kenda North, Michael Stone, Linda Connor, Emmet Gowin, Barbara Morgan, Otmar Thormann, Hans Breder, and others; together, their work invites viewers to reconsider what a photograph can be; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: A Surreal Lens: Photography From the Figge Collection. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 20; artists Maggie Adams and Aykeem Spivey demonstrate how, in this period of incubation, black-or-white thinking is disrupted by a bold labor of love; for information, contact Jennifer Ong at jennigerong@augustana.edu.
Event Title: Amniotic Ambiguity: Comparative Embryology to Queering a Space. Venue: Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Wallenberg Hall, Augustana College.
For more info visit www.augustana.edu. Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Jan. 3, 2027; these exceptional works, on view thanks to support from the Art Bridges Foundation, include pieces by Joan Mitchell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Motherwell; the paintings by Mitchell and Motherwell will appear alongside works from the Figge’s collection in the Linda and J. Randolph Lewis Wing, offering fresh perspectives on the evolution of abstraction; Nevelson’s sculpture will be featured in dialogue with Moon Zag III, the large-scale wall sculpture from the Figge’s collection, in the John Deere Gallery later this year; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Bridges: Ulrich Museum of Art. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art is the Word: Text in Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru May 17; the exhibition invites the viewer to consider how text appears in art and the impact it can have; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Art is the Word: Text in Art. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.)
VISUAL ARTS
thru June 21; this exhibition invites visitors to reflect on themes central to Gonzalez-Torres’s practice: the joyful celebration of LGBTQ identity alongside acknowledgment of ongoing challenges to the community’s rights, as well as the enduring impact of the AIDS epidemic; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Felix Gonzalez-Torres: "Untitled" (L.A.). Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 11; GALEX is the combination of the words Galesburg and Exhibition; what began as a regional exhibition has grown into a national competition/exhibition celebrating its 59th year; open to artists working in all mediums, this year's juror, Ruth Lantz, will award over $2,500 in prizes choosing over 70+ works for the exhibition.
Event Title: Galex 59 National Competition & Exhibition. Venue: Galesburg Community Arts Center.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Galesburg Community Arts Center.
For more info visit www.galesburgarts.org. Laber & Mullins
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; exhibit of paintings by Philip Laber and mixed media pieces from Rachael Mullins; Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Laber & Mullins. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 27; exhibit of metal and fiber sculpture by Amanda Langer, encaustics by Cindy Lesperance, and Japanese tiles by Nick Schroeder; $2 for short-term parking; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Langer, Lesperance, & Schroeder. Venue: Quad City Arts Art @ the Airport.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Quad City International Airport Gallery.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Lingering Forms
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 24; exhibit of works by Sandburg alumna Madelyn Havens; Havens is a Chicago-based abstract figurative painter whose work delves into the physical and emotional complexities of the human form; Mon.-Fri. 8am-6pm; for information, contact gallery director and art program coordinator Lisa Walker at 309-341-5303 or ldwalker@sandburg.edu.
Event Title: Lingering Forms. Venue: Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Carl Sandburg College Art Gallery.
For more info visit www.sandburg.edu. Mata Ortiz Ceramics
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 29; featuring new acquisitions and loans from the collection of Norman Sherman, this exhibition explores the style and rich history of Mata Ortiz pottery; created by contemporary artisans in the town of Mata Ortiz in the Mexican state of Chihuahua, this style of pottery draws inspiration from traditional Casas Grandes and Paquimé ceramics that were rediscovered in the 1970s; this modern interpretation of a traditional style revitalized the economy of this small town and led to greater attention from the art world; through intricate geometric patterning and elegant zoomorphic designs, these artists demonstrate the continuation of an ancient art form; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: Mata Ortiz Ceramics. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 2; the exhibit features the work of internationally acclaimed artist Singletary and tells the story of Raven, an important trickster figure in Tlingit culture who transformed the world, bringing light to people via the stars, moon, and sun; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Preston Singletary: Raven and the Box of Daylight. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Mar. 20; amethyst cathedrals, diamonds, Lake Superior agates, opals, geodes, and more spanning over five decades of curiosity, craftsmanship, and global exploration are on display; Mon.-Fri. noon-5pm; free; for information, call 563-589-3267.
Event Title: Rocks, Minerals, & Gems: The Olsen Collection. Venue: Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Bisignano Art Gallery - University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman
VISUAL ARTS
thru Aug. 16; Dara Birnbaum assembles scenes from the 1970s Wonder Woman television series starring Lynda Carter; throughout the video, Wonder Woman spins, transforming again and again from her alter ego, Diana Prince, into the Amazonian superheroine; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Technology/Transformation: Wonder Woman. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. The Golden Age: Northern European Works from the Collection of the National Gallery of Art
VISUAL ARTS
thru Apr. 4, 2027; featuring masterpieces by Northern Renaissance and Baroque artists, including Anthony Van Dyck, Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach the Elder, on loan from the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.; the Figge's own Northern European paintings will be paired with National Gallery works in four thematic sections: Portraiture, History, Still Life, and Genre Scenes; period textiles, jewelry, and decorative arts will enhance this immersive experience; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Young Artists at the Figge: Moline
VISUAL ARTS
thru March 15; this annual, fan-favorite exhibition features student artwork from 8 local school districts, supporting local art education; this imaginative whirlwind of art changes every two weeks, complete with 76 frames, hundreds of student artworks, and Sunday student recognition receptions, featuring free admission thanks to our generous sponsors; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-8pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $8-14; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Young Artists at the Figge: Moline. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Art in Roman Life
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the Collection
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; exhibit showcases the work of artists inspired by life in Iowa and surrounding states; longtime museum favorites share gallery space with contemporary artworks, highlighting the great diversity and creativity present in the CRMA collection and the Midwest; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; the installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Marvin Cone: An American Vision
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec. 31; a single-gallery exhibition that serves as an introductory overview of Cone’s lengthy and prolific artistic career; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker
VISUAL ARTS
thru Dec 31; artistic takes on the venerated Iowa City artist and his works; noon-4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, noon to 8pm on Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday; $5-10; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. Walking CASI's Main Street
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri.; 11 times around makes a mile; our walking track has windows to look outside and pleasant scenery along the way to make your exercise time fun with friends, or on your own; our special flooring will be kind to your knees and joints; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Walking CASI's Main Street. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Zumba
SENIORS
Mon. & Fri. 10:15-11:15am, Thu. 8:45-9:45am; aerobic fitness exercise based on Latin American dance rhythms; participants are taught some basic easy-to-learn movements for a fun workout; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Zumba. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Card Embroidery
SENIORS
on Thursdays; learn how to create embroidery greeting cards; a starter kit for $10 will need to be purchased before the first class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Card Embroidery. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Silver Sneakers Classic
SENIORS
Tue. & Thu.; chair exercises can offer a seated routine that rivals any you've ever done on your feet; you can also do this class standing if you want to give it a try; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers Classic. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Music & Movement
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; a music-based program for kids ages 2 - 5; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Music & Movement. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Silver Sneakers Stability
SENIORS
Tue. & Thu.; 15-minute class designed to improve balance and prevent falls; you will improve your lower body strength with chair support and a variety of training techniques to keep you on your feet and steady; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Silver Sneakers Stability. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:45 AM – 10:00 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Coffee & Conversations
EVENTS
coffee, light refreshments, and optional activities will be provided; this program is aimed to provide social connection and entertainment for retirement-aged community members; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Coffee & Conversations. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. New Golden Eagles Club Event
EVENTS
join Dr. Mark Grey for a discussion of 1493: Uncovering the New World Columbus Created; a weekly gathering for mature adults; free; for information, call 563-873-3491.
Event Title: New Golden Eagles Club Event. Venue: Effigy Mounds National Monument.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Effigy Mounds National Monument.
For more info visit www.nps.gov. Lapsit Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; a special storytime for babies who are not yet walking and their grown-ups; emphasis will be on interaction between caregivers and babies through music, action, and stories; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Lapsit Storytime. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Preschool Storytime
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; ages 3-5 are invited to attend these 30-minute sessions filled with stories, songs, finger plays, and action rhymes; weekly themes are presented; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Preschool Storytime. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Line Dancing: Intermediate
SENIORS
on Thursdays; learn all the latest moves in a fun way to stay in shape; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Line Dancing: Intermediate. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit casiseniors.org. Baby Playgroup
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; babies and their caregivers are invited for socialization and play; immediately following Lapsit Storytime, we’ll provide age-appropriate toys and a space to hang out; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Baby Playgroup. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Low Impact Exercise
SENIORS
Mon. Wed. & Fri. 9-10am, Tue. & Thu. 11am-noon; one of CASI’s most popular fitness classes, mostly from a sitting position; the class includes hand weights, resistance bands, balls, and chairs; there are occasional intervals of walking, but any ability can be adapted to this class; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Line Dancing: Master Class
SENIORS
on Thursdays; learn all the latest moves in a fun way to stay in shape; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Line Dancing: Master Class. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Milestones AAA Meal Site
SENIORS
Mon.-Fri; open to everyone 60 years and up; annual registration is required; make your 48-hour advanced reservation, for meal planning, by calling 563.386.7477 Ext. 248; donations are welcomed.
Event Title: Milestones AAA Meal Site. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Moline Public Library Board Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
agendas are available prior to the meetings, minutes are available following approval; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Moline Public Library Board Meeting. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice
SENIORS
on Thursdays; come together weekly for practice and fellowship to prepare for performances throughout the year; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Bob Gaston New Horizons Band Practice. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Hand and Foot
SENIORS
on Thursdays; this game is related to Canasta and is loads of fun; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Hand and Foot. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Trivia at Hampton Heritage Center
EVENTS
join us for rounds of trivia, friendship, and fun; this event takes place at the Hampton Heritage Center; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Trivia at Hampton Heritage Center. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. The Adventures of Don Juan
MOVIES
a screening of the Errol Flynn movie in the Afternoon Classics series; for ages 19+; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: The Adventures of Don Juan. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Fairmount Street Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing through Kirkwood Community College
VISUAL ARTS
with instructor Emma Folsom; stringing beads is a fundamental jewelry making skill; this class focuses on aesthetics, functionality, and security; you will make two bracelets using Czech Republic pressed glass beads and sterling silver spacers; one bracelet will be strung on nylon and the second on flexible wire; no previous experience is needed; $35 instructor fee to Kirkwood/$30 materials fee to Beadology Iowa; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Make 2 Bracelets: Intro to Stringing through Kirkwood Community College. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Bags/Cornhole/Boards
SENIORS
on Thursdays; we have bags and boards for you to come and play on a weekly basis; for information, call 563-386-7477.
Event Title: Bags/Cornhole/Boards. Venue: CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CASI (Center for Active Seniors).
For more info visit www.casiseniors.org. Community Connections: Designing the QC: Untold and Unusual Stories, Part 1
LECTURES
discover the architects, trends and styles that created the Quad Cities' unique sense of place; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Community Connections: Designing the QC: Untold and Unusual Stories, Part 1. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Study Hall: Teachers Night
EVENTS
on Thursdays; for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Study Hall: Teachers Night. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. Teen Role Playing
KIDS' STUFF
on Thursdays; play our favorite role-playing games; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Teen Role Playing. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Monday's Not Coming
KIDS' STUFF
listen to part of Tiffany D. Jackson's book with the First Chapter Book Club; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Monday's Not Coming. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Write On: Kids Creative Writing Group
KIDS' STUFF
a group for kids in grades 3-6 to learn about creative writing, work on their writing skills, and share their works with others; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Write On: Kids Creative Writing Group. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Family Storytime: Pigs
KIDS' STUFF
we will learn about piglets and their life in the farm through storytime and a craft; supplies limited to the first 10 participants; free; for information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-755-3393.
Event Title: Family Storytime: Pigs. Venue: Silvis Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silvis Public Library.
For more info visit silvislibrary.org. Tween Time: Movie Night
KIDS' STUFF
a showing of “How to Train Your Dragon"; popcorn and candy will also be served; free; for information call 309-755-9614.
Event Title: Tween Time: Movie Night. Venue: East Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
East Moline Public Library.
For more info visit eastmolinelibrary.org. The Founding Mothers of America
LECTURES
this Illustrated lecture focuses on the remarkable women who had a first-hand view of the founding of our nation, and whose stories need to be shared; join Laura Keyes as she shares their history, their bravery, and their surprising legacies; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: The Founding Mothers of America. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Watts-Midtown Branch.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Bettendorf Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
held every second Tuesday of each month, except in July; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Bettendorf Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting
MEETINGS, ETC
activities may include voting on actions and conducting public hearings; for information, call 563-326-8749 or e-mail board@scottcountyiowa.gov.
Event Title: Scott County Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting. Venue: Scott County Administrative Center.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Scott County Administrative Center.
For more info visit www.scottcountyiowa.gov. Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic Night w/ Paul Ganahl, Dave Killinger, & Friends (5:30pm). Venue: Rams Riverhouse.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Rams Riverhouse.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Eternal You
MOVIES
held in Room 100, Jackaline Baldwin Dunlap Technology Center; hosted by the University of Dubuque’s Department of Philosophy, Politics, and History ; directed by Hans Block and Moritz Riesewieck, the documentary explores the world of startup companies using AI to connect people with virtual reality avatars of their deceased loved ones and, in essence, bring the dead to digital life; through interviews with end-users, tech experts, journalists, programmers, and psychologists, the far-reaching implications of this new technology are revealed; free.
Event Title: Eternal You. Venue: University of Dubuque.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
University of Dubuque.
For more info visit www.dbq.edu. Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Jam Night w/ Pat Jones (6pm). Venue: Denny O's.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Denny O's.
Creativity Lab - Washi Tape Bookmark
KIDS' STUFF
grades K-5 and their families will making Washi Tape Bookmarks; stick with basic stripes or go off the beaten path; you will get to laminate your favorite one; all craft supplies will be provided; free; for information, call 309-524-2470.
Event Title: Creativity Lab - Washi Tape Bookmark. Venue: Moline Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Moline Public Library.
For more info visit molinelibrary.com. Quiet Takes - The Nunnery (6pm)
LIVE MUSIC
concert with the project of Wisconsin-based singer/songwriter Sarah Magill, featuring a set by The Nunnery; $15.88.
Venue: Raccoon Motel.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Raccoon Motel.
For more info visit www.theraccoonmotel.com. Art Conservation Talk
VISUAL ARTS
hear from a conservator visiting from the National Gallery of Art; 5pm Figge bar open for food and beverages (cards only), 6pm program; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art Conservation Talk. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Tales for Tots
KIDS' STUFF
on Mondays; an enriching activity time for children ages birth through three with an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563-344-4175.
Event Title: Tales for Tots. Venue: Bettendorf Public Library.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Bettendorf Public Library.
For more info visit www.bettendorflibrary.com. Open Mic w/ Antone Burton
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Open Mic w/ Antone Burton. Venue: Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Bootleg Hill Honey Meads.
Tangled Wood Karaoke Competition: Week 7
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Tangled Wood Karaoke Competition: Week 7. Venue: The Tangled Wood.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Tangled Wood.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 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, March 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
City Hall of Muscatine.
For more info visit www.muscatineiowa.gov. Camila Fernández
LIVE MUSIC
building on the mariachi legacies of her famed father and grandfather, she brings the music of yesterday, today, and tomorrow together as she explores the endless possibilities of mariachi and ranchero music; $10-30; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160.
Venue: Hancher Auditorium.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Hancher Auditorium.
For more info visit hancher.uiowa.edu. Company
THEATRE
Stephen Sondheim's Tony-winning musical about an eternal bachelor and their married friends, directed by Shelley Cooper; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; $10-15; for information and tickets, call 309-794-7306.
Event Title: Company. Venue: Brunner Theatre Center, Augustana College.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Brunner Theatre Center, Augustana College.
For more info visit augustana.edu. Honky Tonk Angels
THEATRE
musical about three female country singers headed to Nashville, featuring classic songs such as "9 to 5" and "Harper Valley PTA," directed by Tristan Tapscott; Fri. Sat. Wed. and 3/11 and 3/12: 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: Honky Tonk Angels. Venue: Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse.
For more info visit www.circa21.com. Primary Trust
THEATRE
Eboni Booth's 2024 Pulitzer Prize winner about a 30-something and his imaginary friend; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; for information and tickets, call 319-259-7099.
Event Title: Primary Trust. Venue: Riverside Theatre.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Riverside Theatre.
For more info visit riversidetheatre.org. Chris Kattan
COMEDY
the touring comedian and former "Saturday Night Live" co-star performs in the Mississippi Hall's "Laugh QC" Thursday Night Comedy Series; $26 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000.
Event Title: Chris Kattan. Venue: Davenport RiverCenter.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Davenport RiverCenter.
For more info visit davenportlive.com. Karaoke Night
LIVE MUSIC
Event Title: Karaoke Night. Venue: Oak Grove Tavern.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:45 PM.
Oak Grove Tavern.
For more info visit www.facebook.com.