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VISUAL ARTS
MUSIC
LITERARY ARTS
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THEATRE
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COMEDY
MUSEUMS
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MOVIES
SPORTS
OTHER EVENTS
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More Than 400 Family-Friendly Events in the KWQC Family Fun Guide Starting on Page 31
FESTIVALS/MAJOR EVENTS
June
Gumbo Ya Ya, annual Mardi Gras in the
District celebration with live music, vendors,
Cajun food, childrens activities, and more;
$7-9 one-day pass, $12-14 two-day pass; for
information, call 309-788-6311, The District of
Rock Island, 100 19th St, Suite 109 (office), Rock
Island, IL, GumboYaYaFestival.com, Fri Jun 12 and
Sat Jun 13.
Quad Cities Juneteenth, annual celebration
of African-American heritage, featuring live music
and dance performances, childrens activities,
vendors, health workshops, games, historical
presentations, and more; for information, call
563-322-7363, LeClaire Park, 400 Biederbeck Dr.,
Davenport, IA, UnitedNeighbors.com, 12pm Sat
Jun 13.
Professional Bull Riders: BlueDef Velocity,
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center,
1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 7pm
Sat Jun 13.
21st Annual Rally on the River QC,
annual celebration of biker culture with live
entertainment, activities, vendors, food and
beverages available for purchase, Saturday
headliners Blue Oyster Cult, and more; $10 at
the gate, bikers arriving on motorcycles free
until Saturday at 5pm, Centennial Park, 315 S.
Marquette St., Davenport, IA, RallyOnTheRiverQC.
com, 5pm Thu Jun 18 thru Sat Jun 20.
Here Come the Mummies, outdoor concert
with the tightly-wrapped rockers, with an opening
set by 10 of Soul; 7pm gates, 8pm concert; $23-28;
for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of
Rock Island, 100 19th St, Suite 109 (office), Rock
Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 8pm Fri Jun 19.
Geneseo Music Festival, 47th-annual
outdoor weekend featuring concerts with Ellis
Kell, the River City 6, the Blue-Eyed Bettys, and
other musicians, childrens activities, vendors,
and more; for information, call 309-944-2686,
Geneseo City Park, 115 S Oakwood Ave, Geneseo,
IL, GeneseoMusicFest.com, Fri Jun 19 thru Sun
Jun 21.
Rock the District w/ Bret Michaels, outdoor
concert with singer-songwriter and frontman of
Poison, with sets by 3 Years Hollow, Girl on Fire,
and Eleven Fifty Two; 6pm gates, 8pm concert;
$35-40; for information, call 309-788-6311, The
District of Rock Island, 100 19th St, Suite 109
(office), Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 7pm Sat
Jun 20.
July
2015 Iowa City Jazz Festival, concerts,
workshops, childrens activities, vendors, and
more in the annual music festivals 25th year, Old
Capitol Town Center, 201 S. Clinton St., Iowa City,
IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 2pm Fri Jul 2 thru Sat
Jul 4.
Red, White, & Boom!, annual firework event
VISUAL ARTS
VISUAL ARTS
July
Events
August
Free Admission to the Grant Wood Studio,
on Saturdays and Sundays; admission to the
studio is free for everyone during regular
Studio hours thanks to a grant from the Esther
and Robert Armstrong Charitable Trust; for
information, call 319-366-7503, Grant Wood
Studio, 810 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.
org, 12pm Sat Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 30.
Framed!, meet with a group who discusses
art rather than books; free; for information, call
563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA,
DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Mon Aug 3.
Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed
activities, discussions, tours, refreshments, and
more; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge
Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Aug 6 thru Thu
Aug 27.
Stroller Tour, bring your little one for a gallery
tour specifically geared for babies 12 months and
under, with a focus on such themes as animals,
faces, colors, and shapes, all before the museum
opens to the public, so your little one can made
as much noise as he/she wants; $5, free for
members; for information, e-mail ethomas@crma.
org or call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of
Art, 410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org,
10:30am Tue Aug 11.
Art Talk, Giselle Simon from the University of
Iowas preservation/conservation department
will be speaking on the care of works on paper;
for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge
Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 7pm Thu Aug 13.
Book Talk, Sally Pemberton, Murdock
Pembertons granddaughter, will be speaking
about her book Portrait of Murdock Pemberton The New Yorkers First Art Critic; for information,
call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 7pm Thu
Aug 20.
PechaKucha Night, a fun, informal event
featuring residents of the Quad Cities, who
share their interests, hobbies, passions and
creations; for information, call 563-326-7804,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6:30pm Thu Aug 27.
Final Friday at Bucktown, monthly event
featuring demonstrations, activities, sales,
and more; for information, call 563-324-0667,
Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St.,
Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 6pm Fri Aug
28.
Opening Reception: What a Relief!
Variations on Printmaking, for information,
contact Lauren Reid at laurenreid@augustana.edu
or 309-793-7323, Augustana Teaching Museum of
EXHIBITS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Currently on Display
Mrs. B.s Art Program Exhibit, featuring works
by high-school artists Olivia von Gries and Kasey
Vanausdeln, Annie Peters, Rachel Lyle, Elizabeth
Masterson, Hannah Weickhorst, and Madeline
Fox; Wed.-Sat. 11am-6pm, open until 9pm
every final Friday of the month; for information,
e-mail bereskinartgallery@gmail.com or call
563-508-4630, Bereskin Fine Art Gallery & Studio,
225 E. 2nd St., Suites 102 & 104, Davenport, IA,
BucktownArts.com, thru Sat Jun 20.
Danish Modern: Design for Living, organized
by the Museum of Danish America in Elk
Horn, an exhibit of the most influential pieces
of post-war furniture design; Tuesdays thru
Saturdays 10am-5pm, Thursdays 10am-9pm,
Sundays noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum
admission; for information, call 563-326-7804,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru Sun Jun 21.
Light Way, photography exhibit by Nathan
Cunningham, a graduating senior at Central High
School and a part of; Davenports Creative Arts
Academy; Cunninghams photos focus on urban
landmarks of the Quad Cities and action shots of
local skateboarders; 10am-7pm daily, L&D15, 520
W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, LAndD15.com, thru
Mon Jun 29.
A Botanical Retrospective, Mary Wells
exhibit of paintings inspired by nature; Mon.-Sat.
10am-5pm, Tue. 10am-7pm, Sun. 11am-5pm;
for information, call 309-794-0991 or e-mail vs@
qcgardens.com, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525
4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, thru Tue
Jun 30.
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VISUAL ARTS
EXHIBITS
Outlying Areas
Currently on Display
Matt Lyvers, painting exhibit; Mon.-Fri.
10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-4pm; for
information, call 319-338-4442, The Chait Galleries
Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA,
ChaitGalleries.com, thru Sun Jun 14.
Single-channel 5: Dance / Kent Monkman
- Dance to Miss Chief, exhibit celebrates the
various ways artists incorporate dance into
their work, from simply celebrating the body in
motion to expressions of complicated political
thought; Tue.-Fri. 11am-4pm, Thu. 11am-9pm, Sat
10am-4pm, Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call
515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand
Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org,
thru Mon Jun 15.
Kari Maxwell, exhibit of environmental
paintings; Mon.-Fri. 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm,
Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-3384442, The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E
Washington St, Iowa City, IA, ChaitGalleries.com,
thru Sat Jun 20.
Living Proof Exhibit, annual exhibition of 75
works of art by cancer survivors within a 150-mile
radius of the Quad Cities, Peoria Public Library,
107 NE Monroe St., Peoria, IL, LivingProofExhibit.
org, thru Tue Jun 30.
Personal Spaces, an exhibition of works by
artists Paul & Lindsay McCormick and Gary David;
for information, contact gallery director Janice
Roerig-Blong at Janice@dbqstudioworks.org or
563-599-9169, Gallery C, 900 Jackson St., Suite 113,
Dubuque, IA, DbqStudioWorks.org, thru Sun Jul 5.
Guardians of Grain: Bamana and Dogon
Door Locks, this exhibition presents the breadth
and depth of Emilia and Mauricio Lasanskys gift
of 54 African door locks; Tue.-Sun. noon-4pm, Thu.
CLASSES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
June
Gallery & Studio, 225 E. 2nd St., Suites 102 & 104,
Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 6:15pm Thu
Jun 11 thru Thu Jun 25.
L&D15 Silkscreen Classes, choose between
postcard making, an under-painting activity, or
print your own t-shirt as your group learns the
basics of silkscreen printing, facilitated by L&D15
co-founder David Balluff; for information and to
register, call 563-484-0415, L&D15, 520 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport, IA, LAndD15.com, Thu Jun 11 thru
Tue Jun 30.
Creation Studio: Strawbees, learn to create the
new construction toy that turns ordinary drinking
straws into marvels of engineering; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 3pm Fri Jun 12.
Faux-Stained Glass Window Class, Habitat
will provide the windows and all supplies; $40;
for information and to register, e-mail diane@
restoreqc.org, Habitat ReStore, 3629 Mississippi
Avenue, Davenport, IA, RestoreQC.org, 10am Sat
Jun 13.
Creekside Vineyards Uncorked: Paint &
Wine Class, includes glass of wine, painting
instruction, and supplies; $40; for information and
to register, call 563-484-9492, Creekside Vineyards
Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL,
UncorkedPaintWineDesign.com/pop-up-parties,
2pm Sun Jun 14.
Creation Studio: No-Sew T-Shirts Totes,
up-cycle thrift-store t-shirts into usable tote
bags; free; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus
Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 1pm
Mon Jun 15.
Paper Crafts, on Tuesdays; for adults who
love to craft, each week we will make a different
paper work to take home; free; for information,
call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000
N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.
com, 2:30pm Tue Jun 16 thru Tue Jun 30.
Creation Studio: Superhero Science, take part
in a superhero-themed science activity; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jun 18.
Creation Studio: Paracord Bracelets,
make a stylish and functional bracelet; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Mon Jun 22.
Pinterest Party: Mosaic Picture Frame,
monthly craft-making party involving ideas
found on the Pinterest social media site; free; for
information, call 309-732-7369, Rock Island Public
Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island,
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Thu Jun 25.
Fabulous Faux Finishes Workshop, learn tips,
tricks and techniques that will help you create the
look of wood, marble, fabric and more on your
walls and furniture; with instructor Mary Stringer;
$65-75 w/ supplies; for information and to register,
call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 10am Sat
Jun 27.
Creekside Vineyards Uncorked: Paint &
Wine Class, includes glass of wine, painting
instruction, and supplies; $40; for information and
to register, call 563-484-9492, Creekside Vineyards
Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL,
UncorkedPaintWineDesign.com/pop-up-parties,
2pm Sun Jun 28.
Creation Studio: Nail Art with Maria, learn
easy nail-art techniques that look like they were
done by a professional; free; for information,
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library,
2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Mon Jun 29.
July
L&D15 Silkscreen Classes, choose between
postcard making, an under-painting activity, or
print your own t-shirt as your group learns the
basics of silkscreen printing, facilitated by L&D15
August
L&D15 Silkscreen Classes, choose between
postcard making, an under-painting activity, or
print your own t-shirt as your group learns the
basics of silkscreen printing, facilitated by L&D15
co-founder David Balluff; for information and to
register, call 563-484-0415, L&D15, 520 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport, IA, LAndD15.com, Sat Aug 1 thru Wed
Sep 2.
Creation Studio: Gauge Swatch Hat, for
those who need help learning how to knit with
two colors at once, get help starting the Global
Gathering Norway Sweater Knit-Along gauge
hat; free; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus
Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6pm
Thu Aug 6.
Figure Drawing/Painting Class, on Thursdays;
with facilitators Jason Frank and Brad Bisbey;
$15; for information, e-mail bereskinartgallery@
gmail.com or call 563-508-4630, Bereskin Fine Art
Gallery & Studio, 225 E. 2nd St., Suites 102 & 104,
Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 6:15pm Thu
Aug 6 thru Thu Aug 27.
Creekside Vineyards Uncorked: Paint &
Wine Class, includes glass of wine, painting
instruction, and supplies; $40; for information and
to register, call 563-484-9492, Creekside Vineyards
Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL,
UncorkedPaintWineDesign.com/pop-up-parties,
2pm Sun Aug 9.
Wine & Art: Sunset Serenade Acrylic
Painting, enjoy a variety of studio classes paired
with a glass of wine, light hors doeuvres, and
socializing; tonight, capture the glorious colors
of an Iowa sunset on a canvas youll be proud
to display in this fun, social evening with Allen
Holloway; paint a rose/purple/gold-hued sunset
and the silhouetted shapes created by the
brightness of the light as day surrenders to dusk;
$20; for information and to register, call 563-3267804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport,
IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Thu Aug 13.
Watercolor Painting: Summer Light,
Wednesdays thru Sept. 16; artist Ralph Iaccarino
will share tips and techniques on value, color
and more in this informative, relaxed painting
experience as you discover your inner vision and
personal style; $95-105; for information and to
register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org,
6pm Wed Aug 19.
Creekside Vineyards Uncorked: Paint &
Wine Class, includes glass of wine, painting
instruction, and supplies; $40; for information and
to register, call 563-484-9492, Creekside Vineyards
Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL,
UncorkedPaintWineDesign.com/pop-up-parties,
2pm Sun Aug 23.
VISUAL ARTS
CLASSES
Outlying Areas
MUSIC
Theatre
CONCERTS
June
July
Jack Lion, in Fayes Field; an event in the
Summer Concert Series; bring lawn chairs or
blankets, and food and drink; free; for information,
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library,
2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 2.
The Blackstones, a concert in the Moline
Centres Summer Concert Series, sponsored by
Boys & Girls Club of MV; bring lawn chairs; food
and beverages available for purchase; free, Bass
Street Landing Plaza, Moline, IL, MolineCentre.org,
7pm Thu Jul 2.
The Rivers Song: The Importance of our
Midwestern Rivers, singer-songwriter Barry
Cloyd traces the history of these original highways
of the Midwest through story and song; free; for
information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.
com, 6pm Thu Jul 2.
Friday Live @ Five: The Blackstones,
free; for information, call 563-326-1333, RME
Courtyard, 131 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA,
RiverMusicExperience.org, 5pm Fri Jul 3.
Bettendorf Park Band, part of Bettendorfs
Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration; with
an ice cream social; rain date July 11; free;
for information, call 563-332-5190 or e-mail
patannww@gmail.com, Bill Bowe Memorial
Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm
Sat Jul 4.
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CONCERTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
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CONCERTS
Outlying Areas
June
July
The Weepies, concert with the indie-folk and
pop musicians; $30; for tickets and information,
call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East
Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm
Wed Jul 1.
2015 Iowa City Jazz Festival, 25th-annual
festival featuring performances by the Brian
Charette Trio, Becca Stevens Band, North Corridor
Jazz All-Stars, Colossus, Jim Dreiers Ritmocano!,
Rudresh Mahanthappa Bird Calls, Dave Douglas
& High Risk featuring Jonathan Maron, Mark
Huiliana, & Shigeto, Atlantis Quartet, Julian
Lage Trio, Ben Allison Think Free, Charles Lloyd
featuring Gerald Clayton, Joe Sanders, and
Kendrick Scott, Old Capitol Town Center, 201 S.
Clinton St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org,
7pm Thu Jul 2 thru Sat Jul 4.
Hoodie Allen, indie musicians performs in
support of his full-length debut People Keep
Talking, with special guest Allan Kingdom; $27-30;
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center,
201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.
com, 7:30pm Tue Jul 7.
Jason Isbell, concert with the Americana and
folk singer-songwriter, with an opening set by
John Moreland; $35; for tickets and information,
call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East
Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm
Tue Jul 7.
80/35 Music Festival, eighth annual music
festival featuring nearly 50 acts on three stages,
with Friday performances by Wilco, Jenny Lewis,
St. Lucia, Talib Kweli, Hot Buttered Rum, Fly
Golden Eagle, and Rome Fortune; $39-50/one-day
tickets, $59-90/two-day tickets, Western Gateway
Park, Des Moines, IA, 2015.80-35.com, Fri Jul 10.
Johnny Kilowatt, a Weatherdance Fountain
Stage event in Summer of the ArtsFriday Night
Concert Series; for information, call 319-3377944, Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Jul 10.
80/35 Music Festival, eighth annual music
festival featuring nearly 50 acts on three stages,
with Saturday performances by Weezer, Run the
Jewels, Lettuce, Cloud Nothings, Head for the
Hills, Empires, Jon Wayne & the Pain, Natural Child,
Jaden Carlson Band, Amasa Hines, The Kickback,
Kind Country, Canby, and Boh Doran; $39-50/
one-day tickets, $59-90/two-day tickets, Western
Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, 2015.80-35.com,
Sat Jul 11.
Doug Gabriel Show: Direct from Branson,
concert with Bransons current Male Vocalist of
the Year; $18.50-28; for tickets and information,
call 319-622-6262, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th
Ave., Amana, IA, OldCreamery.com, 2pm Thu Jul
16 thru Sat Jul 18.
Mirage, a Weatherdance Fountain Stage
event in Summer of the ArtsFriday Night
Concert Series; for information, call 319-3377944, Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Jul 17.
The Doobie Brothers, concert with the
chart-topping, four-time Grammy-winning
musicians; $35-65; for tickets and information,
call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino Event
Center, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA,
RiversideCasinoAndResort.com, 8pm Sat Jul 18.
Winterland, a Weatherdance Fountain Stage
event in Summer of the ArtsFriday Night
Concert Series; for information, call 319-3377944, Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Jul 24.
Rickie Lee Jones, concert with the Americana
and rock singer-songwriter; $35; for tickets and
information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre,
221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org,
8pm Fri Jul 31.
Hinterland Music Festival, two-day event
featuring a diverse blend of musicians including
headliners Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic
Zeros, cyclist events, on-site sculpture and art
installations, craft vendors, family activities, and
more; Water Works Park, on Fleur Drive across
from Grays Lake, Des Moines, IA, HinterlandIowa.
August
Hinterland Music Festival, two-day event
featuring a diverse blend of musicians including
headliners Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic
Zeros, cyclist events, on-site sculpture and art
installations, craft vendors, family activities, and
more; Water Works Park, on Fleur Drive across
from Grays Lake, Des Moines, IA, HinterlandIowa.
com, Sat Aug 1.
Dandelion Stompers, a Weatherdance
Fountain Stage event in Summer of the Arts
Friday Night Concert Series; for information, call
319-337-7944, Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa
City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Aug 7.
Casting Crowns, a Grandstand concert in the
2015 Iowa State Fair, with special guest For King
and Country; $32; for information, call 800-545FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street &
East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.
org, 8pm Thu Aug 13.
Justin Moore, a Grandstand concert in the
2015 Iowa State Fair, with special guest Easton
Corbin; $35; for information, call 800-545-FAIR,
Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East
University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org,
8pm Fri Aug 14.
Tropicante, a Weatherdance Fountain Stage
event in Summer of the ArtsFriday Night
Concert Series; for information, call 319-3377944, Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Aug 14.
Def Leppard, a Grandstand concert in the
2015 Iowa State Fair, with special guests Styx
and Tesla; $53; for information, call 800-545-FAIR,
Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East
University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org,
7pm Sat Aug 15.
Carrie Underwood, a Grandstand concert
in the 2015 Iowa State Fair, with special guest
Michael Ray; $60; for information, call 800-545FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street &
East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.
org, 8pm Mon Aug 17.
YES & Toto, a Grandstand concert in the 2015
Iowa State Fair; $35; for information, call 800-545FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street &
East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.
org, 8pm Tue Aug 18.
Alabama, a Grandstand concert in the 2015
Iowa State Fair, with special guest Chris Janson;
$40; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State
Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University
Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Thu
Aug 20.
The Fez, a Weatherdance Fountain Stage
event in Summer of the ArtsFriday Night
Concert Series; for information, call 319-3377944, Pedestrian Plaza, Downtown Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Aug 21.
The Fray, a Grandstand concert in the 2015
Iowa State Fair, with special guest Andy Grammer;
$38; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State
Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University
Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Fri
Aug 21.
Meghan Trainor, a Grandstand concert in the
2015 Iowa State Fair, with special guests Charlie
Puth and Life of Dillon; $40; for information, call
800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th
Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA,
IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Sat Aug 22.
Rock-A-Thon, a Grandstand concert in
the 2015 Iowa State Fair, starring Dee Snider,
Dokken, Warrant, FireHouse & Eddie Trunk; $30;
for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State
Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University
Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 6pm Sun
Aug 23.
Iowa Soul Festival, annual weekend event
featuring dance, music, food and art of the
African and African-American communities; with
live entertainment, soul food, African-American
inspired art, a Fun Zone for the kids, and more,
LITERARY ARTS
July
Summer Reading Program: Every Hero Has a
Story, at all Davenport public libraries; encourage
and challenge yourself and your entire family to
read this summer and earn great prizes along
the way; free; for information, call 563-326-7832,
DavenportLibrary.com, Wed Jul 1 thru Fri Jul 31.
Escape the Ordinary Summer Reading
Program, at all Rock Island libraries; for teens
and adults; for information, call 309-732-7323,
RockIslandLibrary.org, Wed Jul 1 thru Sat Jul 18.
Lunar Traditions Storytelling: Buck Moon,
stories, songs, and drumming with Larry
Lockwood; for information, call 309-794-0991,
Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock
Island, IL, QCGardens.com, 6pm Wed Jul 1.
Poetry on Stage, bring your own poetry to
perform following the evenings production of
Cyrano; free; for information, call 319-338-7672,
Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA,
RiversideTheatre.org, 8:30pm Wed Jul 1.
The Woman Upstairs, a discussion of Claire
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LITERARY ARTS
August
Writers Studio, a writing critique group for all
genres; free; for information, call 563-324-1410,
Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303,
Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 11am
Sat Aug 1.
See YA, an adult book club with a teenbook twist; free; for information, call 563-3267832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave.
Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA,
DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Mon Aug 10.
Short & Sweets, discuss short stories while
eating yummy sweets; all registrants receive
a complimentary copy of the story; free; for
information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street
Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
DavenportLibrary.com, 10am Mon Aug 10.
Persepolis, a Get Lit: Graphic Novels
discussion of Marjane Satrapis book; free; for
information, call 563-344-4179, Dunn Bros. Coffee,
787 Middle Rd., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.
com, 7pm Tue Aug 11.
Beer & Books, meet important contacts,
discuss literature, and make new friends among
editors, writers,
free; for
readers,
information
translators,
and to register,
booksellers,
call 563-324librarians,
1410, Midwest
teachers,
Writing Center,
students, and
225 E. 2nd
anyone else
St. Suite 303,
who enjoys
Davenport, IA,
talking about
MWCQC.org,
books and
7pm Thu Aug
writing; free;
27.
for information,
Lunar
call 319-351Traditions
9529, The
Storytelling:
Mill, 120 E.
Sturgeon
Burlington St.,
Moon, stories,
Iowa City, IA,
songs, and
Dancing
with
the
Stars
Live
@
Adler
Theatre
July
25
ICMill.com, 5pm
drumming
Tue Aug 11.
with Larry
Between the Lines, discuss contemporary
Lockwood; for information, call 309-794-0991,
fiction and non-fiction at this lively book
Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock
discussion group; free; for information, call 563Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Sat Aug 29.
326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA,
DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Aug 12.
Read Local: Sal Marici, Marici performs poems
June
from his books Swish, Swirl, & Sniff and Mortals,
David R. Collins 2015 Writers Conference,
Nature, & Their Spirits; light refreshments
Midwest Writing Center-hosted workshops on
served; free; for information, call 563-344-4175,
freelancing, fiction, poetry, memoir and literary
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus
collage; with new faculty and returning favorites,
Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm
an author luncheon on Friday with keynote
Wed Aug 12.
speaker Erin Betram, and free events; book
The Atlas Launch Party, celebrating the
pitches and manuscript critiques also available;
release of the literary journal representing the
for information and to register, call 563-324-1410,
best work of the participants in the Midwest
McCarthy Hall - St. Ambrose University, 518 W.
Writing Centers Young Emerging Writers Summer
Locust St., Davenport, IA, MWCQC.org, 8:45am
Internship Program; free; for information, call 563Thu Jun 25 thru Sat Jun 27.
324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St.
(Re)Thinking Nonfiction: The Me in (Me)
Suite 303, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.
moir and the (Person)al Essay with Christiana
org, 7pm Thu Aug 13.
Langenberg, Thu.-Sat.; this workshop in the David
Writers Studio, a writing critique group for all
R. Collins 2015 Writers Conference will explore
genres; free; for information, call 563-324-1410,
the idea of truth in the nonfiction subgenres of
Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303,
memoir and personal essay, as well as concrete
Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 11am
sensory detail, scene, direct speech, and deciding
Sat Aug 15.
whats important; participants will receive a
Flyover Lives, a discussion of Diane Johnsons
reading packet in advance of the first day of
book with the 30/31 Book Club; free; for
workshops and will write their own nonfiction
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
pieces; for information and to register, call 563Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island,
324-1410, McCarthy Hall - St. Ambrose University,
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Mon Aug 17.
518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, MWCQC.org,
Last Call Book Club, discuss books with
8:45am Thu Jun 25.
friends over the occasional cocktail; drinks
Freelancing from A to Z with C. Hope Clark,
available for purchase; for information, call 309Thu.-Sat.; a workshop in the David R. Collins
732-7323, Icons Martini, 124 18th St, Rock Island,
2015 Writers Conference; learn how to write that
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 7pm Tue Aug 18.
perfect query letter, come up with ideas, and
West End Book Club Discussion, discuss
deal with payments to make a living freelancing,
contemporary fiction and non-fiction books with
part-time, or full-time; for information and to
this fun group; free; for information, call 563-326register, call 563-324-1410, McCarthy Hall - St.
7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount
Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport,
St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm
IA, MWCQC.org, 10:30am Thu Jun 25.
Tue Aug 18.
Resistance and Concession: How Much
Hunger, a discussion of Knut Hansums book
Mystery Is Enough Mystery? with Shane
with the Contemporary Books Discussion Group,
McCrae, Thu.-Sat.; a workshop in the David
led by Emily Kingery; free; for information,
R. Collins 2015 Writers Conference; explore
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library,
mysterious poems as well as poems that seem as
2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
clear as day from poets like John Ashbery, Priscilla
BettendorfLibrary.com, 1pm Wed Aug 19.
Becker, Paul Celan, Jorie Graham, Margaret Ross,
The Year of the Hare, a discussion of Arto
Wallace Stevens, and others; students will write
Paasilinnas book with the Contemporary Books
and talk about their own mysterious and not-so
Discussion Group, led by Hedy N.R. Hustedde;
mysterious poems; for information and to register,
free; for information, call 563-344-4175,
call 563-324-1410, McCarthy Hall - St. Ambrose
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus
University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA,
Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm
MWCQC.org, 1:45pm Thu Jun 25.
Wed Aug 19.
The 5th Genre, Literary Collage: Mystify,
Seeds of Hope: Wisdom & Wonder from
Mystify Me with Erin M. Bertram, Thu.-Sat.; a
the World of Plants, a reading of Jane Goodalls
workshop in the David R. Collins 2015 Writers
book with the Environmental Book Club; free; for
Conference; this workshop will study other
information, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822
literary collages, try a handful of genres, and
E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 7pm
do mindfulness exercises to help foster an
Tue Aug 25.
encouraging, creative space; come to the first
LeClaire Community Library Book Club
meeting with an open-ended question about a
Discussion, free; for information, call 563-289topic theyd like to explore written on an index
4242, LeClaire Community Library, 323 Wisconsin
card, as well as a photograph that somehow
St, LeClaire, IA, LeClaire.lib.ia.us, Wed Aug 26.
relates; for information and to register, call 563Out Loud Open Mic Reading, local writers
324-1410, McCarthy Hall - St. Ambrose University,
share their poetry or prose; listeners welcome;
THEATRE
PERFORMANCES
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Now Playing
The Sound of Music, Rodgers &
Hammersteins Tony-winning musical classic,
directed by Jim Hesselman; Fri.. Sat., & Wed.:
5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet, 7:15pm pre-show,
7:45pm show; Sun.: 3:45pm doors, 4-5pm buffet,
5:15pm pre-show, 5:45pm show; Wed.: 11:45am12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm pre-show, 1:30pm
show; $44.41-50.16; for tickets and information,
call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, Circa 21 Dinner
Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.
com, thru Sat Jul 25.
Young Frankenstein, Mel Brooks musical
comedy based on the screen classic, directed
by Michael Turczynski; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun.
3pm; $11-16; for tickets and information, call
309-762-6610, Quad City Music Guild - Prospect
Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL,
QCMusicGuild.com, thru Sun Jun 21.
Opening in June
Tribes, Nina Raines family drama partly
performed in sign language, directed by Jennifer
Popple; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; pay what
its worth ticket pricing; for information, call 563650-2396, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave.,
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THEATRE
PERFORMANCES
Outlying Areas
Now Playing
Hairspray, the Tony-winning Broadway smash
set in 1960s Baltimore, directed by Lili-Anne
Brown; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $17-25; for
tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, Timber
Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll,
IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, thru Sun Jun 14.
The Boys Next Door, Tom Griffins dramatic
comedy about a social worker and his charges,
directed by John VanDeWoestyne; Thu.Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $10; for tickets and
information, call 309-944-2244, Richmond Hill
Barn Theatre, 600 Hk Robinson Dr., Geneseo, IL,
RHPlayers.com, thru Sun Jun 14.
Cats, Andrew Lloyd Webbers Broadway
dance-musical smash; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. &
Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311
Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org,
thru Sun Jun 21.
The Andrews Brothers, Rogers Beans musicalcomedy salute to USO shows of World War II; Fri.
& Sat. 7:30pm; Sun., Wed., & Thu. 2pm; $18.50-28;
for tickets and information, call 319-622-6262,
Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA,
OldCreamery.com, thru Sun Jun 28.
Opening in June
National Theatre Live: Man & Superman, an
HD movie screening of the Bernard Shaw play,
starring Ralph Fiennes; $15-18; for tickets and
information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre,
221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org,
7pm Sat Jun 13.
Go, Dog, Go!, stage version of P.D. Eastmans
classic childrens book, in a Theatre for Young
People presentation; Saturdays and Wednesday;
$5; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760,
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311 Riverview Dr.,
Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org, Sat Jun 13 thru
Sat Jun 20.
The Reluctant Dragon, Mary Hall Surfaces
adaptation of the beloved Kenneth Grahame
book; scheduled performances at 10am & 1pm;
$9; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6262,
Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA,
OldCreamery.com, Sat Jun 13 thru Sat Jun 27.
The Big Meal, decades-spanning family
comedy by Dan LeFranc, directed by Chuck Smith;
Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $17-25; for
tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, Timber
Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll,
IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Thu Jun 18 thru Sat
Jun 27.
Man of La Mancha, the musical Don Quixote
story performed in an outdoor, young-artist
production by Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre,
for tickets, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore, 2160
Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Brucemore.org,
7:30pm Thu Jun 18 thru Sun Jun 21.
Respect: A Musical Journey of Women,
revue of female-driven top-40 music, with a
book by Dorothy Marcic; $14-29; for tickets and
information, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing
Arts Center, 316 S. Main St., Princeton, IL,
Festival56.com, Fri Jun 19 thru Sat Jun 27.
The Burnt Part Boys, chamber musical about
the after-effects of a mine disaster; Fri. & Sat.
7:30pm, Sun. 2:30pm; $15-29; for tickets and
information, call 319-366-8591, Theatre Cedar
Rapids, 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, TheatreCR.
org, Fri Jun 19 thru Sun Jun 28.
Cyrano, Edmond Rostands classic love story in
a five-person adaptation by Jo Roets, directed by
Jody Hovland; $18-30; for tickets and information,
call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N.
Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, RiversideTheatre.org, Fri
Jun 19 thru Sat Jul 11.
Love Letters, Maggie Conroy & David Q.
Opening in July
Gypsy, Tony-winning musical classic by Jule
Styne, Stephen Sondheim, and Arthur Laurents;
$14-29; for tickets and information, call 815-8795656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 S. Main
St., Princeton, IL, Festival56.com, Thu Jul 2 thru
Sat Jul 11.
Peter Pan, Comden & Greens musical classic
based on the J.M. Barrie adventure, directed by
Zachary L. Gray; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. & Wed.
2pm; $17-25; for tickets and information, call 815244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak
Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org,
Thu Jul 2 thru Sat Jul 11.
Heroes, Tom Stoppards adaptation of Gerald
Sibleyras World War I comedy; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm;
Sun. & Thu. 2pm; $18.50-28; for tickets and
information, call 319-622-6262, Old Creamery
Studio Theatre, 3023 220th Trail, Middle Amana,
IA, OldCreamery.com, Thu Jul 2 thru Sat Jul 18.
Love Letters, Jody Hovland & Ron Clark star
in A.R. Gurneys romantic drama of a life-long
correspondence, directed by Ron Clark; $18-30;
for tickets and information, call 319-338-7672,
Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA,
RiversideTheatre.org, 7pm Tue Jul 7.
A Year with Frog & Toad, Tony-nominated
musical comedy based on the beloved childrens
book, directed by Carole Anne Gidley-Beaulne;
Wed.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sat. & Sun. 2pm; $17-18;
for tickets and information, call 319-462-4793,
Starlighters II Theatre, 200 E. Main St., Anamosa,
IA, Starlighters.org, Wed Jul 8 thru Sun Jul 12.
Seussical, Tony-nominated musical based on
the beloved childrens books; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm,
Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call
563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre,
311 Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.
org, Thu Jul 9 thru Sun Jul 19.
The Robin Hood Caper, Fred Carmichaels
comedy about retired crooks, directed by John
Donald OShea; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $10;
for tickets and information, call 309-944-2244,
Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, 600 Hk Robinson Dr.,
Opening in August
Junie B. Jones: The Musical, stage version
of the beloved childrens book, in a Theatre for
Young People presentation; $5; for tickets and
information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area
Showboat Theatre, 311 Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA,
ClintonShowboat.org, 12pm Sat Aug 1.
James & the Giant Peach, stage adaptation
of Roald Dahls beloved childrens book; Tue. and
Thu.-Sat.; $7; for tickets and information, call 815244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak
Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org,
2pm Tue Aug 4 thru Sat Aug 8.
Next to Normal, Pulitzer Prize-winning
dysfunctional-family musical; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm,
Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call
563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre,
311 Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.
org, Thu Aug 6 thru Sun Aug 16.
Seussical Jr., student-performed, one-act
version of the Tony-nominated storybook musical,
directed by Richard Hall and Angie Ruley; Sat.
7pm, Sun. 2pm; $5-7; for tickets and information,
call 563-652-9815, Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215
E Platt St., Maquoketa, IA, OhnwardFineArtsCenter.
com, Sat Aug 8 and Sun Aug 9.
Big River, Tony-winning musical based on
Mark Twains The Adventures of Huckleberry
Finn, directed by Courtney Crouse; Tue.-Sat.
7:30pm; Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $17-25; for tickets
and information, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake
Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL,
TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Thu Aug 13 thru Sun
Aug 23.
Down to Earth, supernatural romantic comedy
by Bettye Knapp, directed by Joe DePauw;
Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $10; for tickets and
information, call 309-944-2244, Richmond Hill
Barn Theatre, 600 Hk Robinson Dr., Geneseo, IL,
RHPlayers.com, Thu Aug 13 thru Sun Aug 23.
Waiting for the Parade, John Murrells drama
about the lives of five women during WWII; Fri.
& Sat. 7:30pm; Sun. & Thu. 2pm; $18.50-28; for
tickets and information, call 319-622-6262, Old
Creamery Studio Theatre, 3023 220th Trail, Middle
Amana, IA, OldCreamery.com, Thu Aug 20 thru
Sun Aug 30.
DANCE
PERFORMANCES
June
COMEDY
WEEKLY EVENTS
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COMEDY
WEEKLY EVENTS
Comedy Open Mic, on Wednesdays; 6:30pm
sign-up, 7:30pm performances; for information,
call 319-363-0606, Penguins Comedy Club, 208
2nd Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Wed Jun 17 thru
Wed Sep 2.
ComedySportz, on Fridays & Saturdays;
interactive comedy with the areas longrunning improv troupe; $12; for tickets and
information, call 309-786-1111 or e-mail Info@
ComedySportzQC.com, The Establishment, 220
19th St., Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.com, Fri
Jun 19 thru Sat Aug 29.
Studio Series, on Fridays and Saturdays;
sketch comedy and improvisational games for
ages 17+; $5 or free with CSz ticket; for tickets and
information, call 309-786-1111, The Establishment,
220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.
com, 9:30pm Fri Jul 3 thru SatAug 29.
SPECIAL EVENTS
June
ComedySportz World Championship: Quad
Cities vs. Buffalo / San Antonio vs. Richmond, 24
ComedySportz teams from across the nation and
England compete in a week long championship;
$12; for tickets and information, call 309-786-1111,
The Establishment, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL,
ComedySportzQC.com, 7pm Thu Jun 11.
ComedySportz World Championship: Dallas
vs Sacramento / Manchester, UK vs. Washington
DC, 24 ComedySportz teams from across the
nation and England compete in a week long
championship; $12; for tickets and information,
call 309-786-1111, The Establishment, 220 19th
St., Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.com, 9:30pm
Thu Jun 11.
Improv Nerd w/ Jimmy Carrane, Dick
Chudnow, & Matt Elwell, live podcast; for
information, call 309-786-1111, The Establishment,
220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.
com, 2pm Fri Jun 12.
ComedySportz World Championship:
Philadelphia vs. Provo / New Orleans vs.
Boise, 24 ComedySportz teams from across the
nation and England compete in a week long
championship; $12; for tickets and information,
call 309-786-1111, The Establishment, 220 19th
St., Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.com, 7pm
Fri Jun 12.
ComedySportz World Championship: Boston
vs. Indianapolis / New York City vs. Portland, 24
ComedySportz teams from across the nation and
England compete in a week long championship;
$12; for tickets and information, call 309-786-1111,
The Establishment, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL,
ComedySportzQC.com, 9:30pm Fri Jun 12.
The After Hour: Episode #2, Andrew King
hosts a live, late-night talk show with area guests
Aiden Landman, director of Young Professionals of
the Quad Cities, comedian James Draper, and area
band the One Night Standards; $8-10; for tickets
and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The
Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL,
Circa21.com, 10:30pm Fri Jun 12.
Scott Novotny, an evening with the standup
comedian and former writer for Saturday Night
Live; $10-12; for tickets and information, call
319-362-8133, Penguins Comedy Club - Cedar
Rapids, 208 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA,
PenguinsComedyClub.com, 8pm Fri Jun 12 and
Sat Jun 13.
ComedySportz World Championship:
Minneapolis vs. Detroit / Houston vs. Chicago,
24 ComedySportz teams from across the
nation and England compete in a week long
championship; $12; for tickets and information,
call 309-786-1111, The Establishment, 220 19th St.,
Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.com, 7pm Sat
Jun 13.
ComedySportz World Championship:
Finals, 24 ComedySportz teams from across the
July
The After Hour: Episode #3, Andrew King
hosts a live, late-night talk show with area guests;
$8-10; for tickets and information, call 309-7867733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 10:30pm Fri Jul 10.
#soblessed Comedy Show, an evening of sets
with standup comedians; for information, call 309786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd
Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 8pm Sat Jul 11.
The Speakeasy Laugh Hard, an evening
of comedians from across the Midwest; $3; for
information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21
Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.
com, 8pm Fri Jul 17.
Rock City Live, My Verona Productions
presents a sketch-comedy show in the vein of
Saturday Night Live; $10-12; for information,
call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy,
1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 8pm
Sat Jul 18.
Alex Reymundo, an evening of standup
with the comedian and actor; for information,
call 563-322-4421, Col Ballroom, 1012 W. 4th St.,
Davenport, IA, 8pm Fri Jul 24.
Alex Reymundo, an evening of standup with
the comedian and actor; for information, call 309762-5674, The Venue, 1405 5th Ave., Moline, IL,
8pm Sat Jul 25.
August
The After Hour: Episode #4, Andrew King
hosts a live, late-night talk show with area guests;
$8-10; for tickets and information, call 309-7867733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 10:30pm Fri Aug 14.
Angel Salazar, an evening of standup with the
comedian and Scarface actor; for information,
call 309-762-5674, The Venue, 1405 5th Ave.,
Moline, IL, 8pm Fri Aug 21 and Sat Aug 22.
Stand Up Face Off, Team (Joshua) Kahn versus
Team (Wayne) Lyter in three rounds of hilarious
head-to-head comedy where the comedians will
be challenged with distractions and challenges
placed upon them on the spot with no time to
prepare; $10-12; for tickets and information,
call 309-786-7733 extension 2, The Circa 21
Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.
com, Fri Aug 21.
Red Skelton: The Legend Continues, Tom
Millica performs a tribute to the legendary comic;
$18.50-28; for tickets and information, call 319622-6262, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave.,
Amana, IA, OldCreamery.com, 2pm Thu Aug 27
thru Sun Aug 30.
MUSEUMS
EXHIBITS
SPECIAL EVENTS
June
Librarian Night, librarians and museum
professionals are invited for refreshments and a
special presentation by Andrew Huot of Big River
Bindery; prizes awarded; for information, call
563-322-8844, German American Heritage Center,
712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, GAHC.org, 5pm Fri
Jun 12.
For Sale by Kids, a great opportunity for kids
to sell their handmade crafts or gently-used items;
free to shop, $15 to sell; for information, call 563344-4106, Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus
Dr, Bettendorf, IA, FamilyMuseum.org, 8:30am Sat
Jun 13.
Deere-Wiman Tunnel Tour, Saturday tours of
the the tunnel connecting the historic DeereWiman House to the Deere-Wiman carriage
house, a little-known local novelty never before
opened to the public; the tour is limited to the
homes tunnel and basement, and visitors must be
able to handle stairs and a ramp; for information,
call 309-743-2701, Deere-Wiman Carriage House,
817 11th Ave., Moline, IL, ButterworthCenter.com,
1pm Sat Jun 13 and Sat Jun 20.
Guided Tours of the Lone Star Steamboat,
on Saturdays & Sundays from noon-5pm; free with
museum admission; for information, call 563-2895580, Buffalo Bill Museum, 199 N Front St, LeClaire,
IA, BuffaloBillMuseumLeClaire.com, 12pm Sat Jun
13 thru Sun Jun 21.
Historic 3rd Street Walking Tour, on
Saturdays; learn the history of the Heritage
Centers neighborhood; $5; for information and
to register, call 563-322-8844, German American
Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA,
GAHC.org, 10:30am Sat Jun 13 thru Sat Aug 15.
Quad Cities Museum Week, area museums
welcome visitors for a week-long adventure of
fun activities, great discoveries, and exploration,
CQMUseumWeek.com, Sat Jun 13 thru Sun Jun
21.
Cody Trail Passport Tour, enjoy a special,
self-guided tour of four fascinating Iowa historic
sites along the Cody Trail; the tour includes the
Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire, Buffalo Bill Cody
Homestead in Princeton, and the Dan Nagle Walnut
Grove Pioneer Village and Alexander Brownlie Sod
House in Long Grove; have your passport stamped
at each location for a chance to win a gift basket
filled with souvenirs from all four historic sites;
free with museum admission; for information, call
563-289-5580, Buffalo Bill Museum, 199 N Front St,
LeClaire, IA, BuffaloBillMuseumLeClaire.com, 12pm
Sun Jun 14.
Patriotic Pooch Parade, bring your costumed
pet in red, white, and blue to honor Flag Day;
all pets must be leashed and youth under 14
must have adult supervision; prizes awarded
for best costumes; the Humane Society will also
bring some shelter pets and explain how to
give them fur-ever homes; free; for information,
call 563-322-8844 or e-mail kelly.lao@gahc.org,
German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport, IA, GAHC.org, 2pm Sun Jun 14.
Agility & Obedience with the Scott
MOVIES
The Lego Movie, screening of the Oscarnominated animated smash; for information, call
563-441-0242, Cinemark Davenport 53rd 18 +
IMAX, 3601 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA, Cinemark.
com, 10am Thu Jun 11.
D-Day: Normandy 1944 3D, documentary on
this defining moment in history narrated by Tom
Brokaw, held in conjunction with the museums
exhibition Arsenal of Innovation; for information
and tickets, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum
& Science Center, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA,
Putnam.org, Thu Jun 11 thru Tue Jun 30.
Summer Silents: Buster Keaton, a night of
classic film and music with an 8pm Bix Youth
Jazz Band concert and 9:15pm screening of
The Cameraman, with introduction and
live accompaniment by Dennis Scott of the
Chicagoland Theatre Organ Society; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 8pm Fri Jun 12.
X-Men, a screening in the librarys Hero Movie
Series, with free popcorn; for information, call
309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St.,
Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jun 12.
GRANDSTAND LINE-UP
THURSDAY, AUGUST 13
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15
MONDAY, AUGUST 17
CASTING CROWNS
DEF LEPPARD
CARRIE UNDERWOOD
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18
8 P.M. | $35
JUSTIN MOORE
REBA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
GRAND OUTLAW
NATIONAL TRACTOR
AND TRUCK PULL
SPONSORED BY IOWA
FARMER TODAY
2 P.M. | $20 ADULTS,
$10 CHILDREN AGES 611
free for ages 5 and under
ON SALE NOW
800.745.3000 IOWASTATEFAIR.ORG
PRESENTED BY
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22
ALABAMA
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
THE FRAY
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MEGHAN TRAINOR
SUNDAY, AUGUST 23
ROCK-A-THON
Tickets for all concerts and events are on sale now through all Ticketmaster outlets, online
at ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800.745.3000. All concert seats are reserved. All track
events are general admission. Convenience charges apply to all tickets. The Iowa State Fair
Ticket Office will open July 6 for walk-up orders only (assuming tickets remain). Grandstand
tickets do not include admission to the Fair. Gate admission must be purchased separately.
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MOVIES
n checking out
the lineup of
grandstand acts
for this years
Mississippi Valley
Fair, taking place
August 4 through
9 at Davenports
Reba @ the Mississippi Valley Fair - August 5
Mississippi Valley
Fairgrounds, I notice
that the fairs final concert is an August 9 engagement with country sensations
Big & Rich. Which is ironic, of course, because all of this years guests are big and
rich! Prior to those talents, the 2015 fair will deliver grandstand performances
by county superstars Kip Moore on August 4 and Reba (thats Ms. McEntire to
you) on August 5, Southern-rock stalwarts The Marshall Tucker Band on August
6, chart-topping rockers Styx on August 7, and country-trio extraordinaire The
Band Perry on August 7. And if thats somehow still not enough to satisfy your
yen for outdoor music this August, LeClaire Park will also be hosting its annual
River Roots Live on August 28 and 29, a celebration of roots rock that, with the
weekends accompanying Ribfest, should also satisfy your yen for smoked meats
and sauces as hot and satisfying as the summertime sun. But we wont be made
to wait until August for Davenports lineup of festivals and outdoor happenings
to commence. June 13 brings with it quite fittingly, given the events name the
annual Juneteenth at LeClaire Park, which will commemorate the announcement
of slaverys abolition through live music, dance, historical presentations, and
childrens activities. The following weekend, Davenports Centennial Park plays
host to this years Rally on the River, the June 18 through 20 celebration of biker
culture boasting musicians, vendors, and the annual Scooter Girls competition,
which my niece and nephew will be saddened to learn has nothing to do with the
Muppets. Those eight- and five-year-olds, however, would love to be in the area
for July 4s Red, White, & Boom!, the explosively entertaining fireworks display
over the Mississippi River preceded by live music and games just for the little
ones. On July 25, downtown Davenport will mark the destination for hundreds
of national and international runners competing in the annual Quad-City Times
Bix 7 street race, an event taking place between the July 24 and 25 cornucopia of
music, food, and family fun that is the 2015 Street Fest. And finally, Davenport
wraps up its summertime festival schedule with an event so big that it takes
two whole months to present! Well, more specifically, it takes the last two days
in July and the first two days in August to present, as July 30 through August
2 are the dates for this years Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival. With
concerts scheduled for Davenports RiverCenter, Adler Theatre, and LeClaire
Park, this annual tribute to the great jazz cornetist Bix Beiderbecke will feature
performances by (at press time) a whopping 18 jazz bands from around the globe,
ranging from our own Josh Duffee & the Graystone Monarchs to Austin, Texas
The Thrift Set Orchestra to Orlando, Floridas Bill Allreds Classic Jazz Band
to the Hot Jazz Alliance an ensemble composed of musicians from both the
United States and Australia. Meaning that by touring here this July and August,
those Australian musicians actually get summer all year round. Sne-e-eaky. For
more information on Davenports summertime season of major events, visit
DowntownDavenport.com. Mike Schulz
Outlying Areas
June
July
Superman: The Movie, 2 & 7pm screenings
in the Throwback Thursdays series; free; for
information, call 309-342-2299, The Orpheum
Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL,
TheOrpheum.org, Thu Jul 2.
Hook, 2 & 7pm screenings in the Throwback
Thursdays series; free; for information, call 309342-2299, The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St.,
Galesburg, IL, TheOrpheum.org, Thu Jul 9.
Spaceballs, a screening in the Summer
of the ArtsFree Movie Series, outside
Macbride Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 8:15pm Sat Jul 11.
Toy Story, 2 & 7pm screenings in the
Throwback Thursdays series; free; for information,
call 309-342-2299, The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S.
Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, TheOrpheum.org, Thu
Jul 16.
The Da Vinci Code, a screening in the
Summer of the ArtsFree Movie Series, outside
Macbride Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 8:15pm Sat Jul 18.
Frozen, a screening in the Summer of the
ArtsFree Movie Series, outside Macbride
Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 8:15pm Sat Jul 25.
Beetlejuice, 2 & 7pm screenings in the
Throwback Thursdays series; free; for information,
call 309-342-2299, The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S.
August
To Kill a Mockingbird, a screening in the
Summer of the ArtsFree Movie Series, outside
Macbride Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, 8:15pm Sat Aug 1.
Singin in the Rain, 2 & 7pm screenings in the
Throwback Thursdays series; free; for information,
call 309-342-2299, The Orpheum Theatre, 57 S.
Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, TheOrpheum.org, 2pm
Thu Aug 6.
Snake Alley Festival of Film, festival
dedicated to showcasing the best short films from
around the world, Burlington Capitol Theater, 211
N. 3rd St., Burlington, IA, SnakeAlleyFestivalOfFilm.
com/index.htm, Thu Aug 6 thru Sat Aug 8.
Mary Poppins, a screening in the Summer
of the ArtsFree Movie Series, outside
Macbride Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA,
SummerOfTheArts.org, Sat Aug 8.
Big Lebowski Festival, this fundraiser for
the Hardacre Theater Preservation Association will
include a screening of the comic cult classic film
at 6:30pm, and Cedar Lanes in Tipton will host the
after-party, which will include bowling, costume
contests, and live music from the Tipton-based
rock band Home Brew Heroes; $20, Tipton High
School Auditorium, 400 E. 6th St., Tipton, IA,
TheHardacre.org, 6:30pm Sat Aug 8.
Ferris Buellers Day Off, 2 & 7pm screenings
in the Throwback Thursdays series; free; for
information, call 309-342-2299, The Orpheum
Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL,
SPORTS
June
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Lugnuts; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm
Fri Jun 12.
Quad City Rollers, the QCAs premier allfemale flat-track roller derby team; $10-12, ages
12 & under free, QCCA Expo Center, 2621 4th Ave.,
Rock Island, IL, Facebook.com/QuadCityRollers,
6pm Sat Jun 13.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Great Lakes
Loons; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 6pm
Sat Jun 13.
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June
July
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Beloit
Snappers; for information and tickets, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines
St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565,
7pm Wed Jul 1.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Peoria
Chiefs; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm
Thu Jul 2.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Peoria
Chiefs; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm
Fri Jul 3.
2015 John Deere Classic, the annual
professional golf tournament on the PGA Tour;
$18-60/day, TPC at Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll,
Silvis, IL, JohnDeereClassic.com, Mon Jul 6 thru
Sun Jul 12.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Clinton
Lumberkings; for information and tickets, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines
St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565,
7pm Mon Jul 6.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Clinton
Lumberkings; for information and tickets, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines
St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565,
7pm Tue Jul 7.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Burlington
Bees; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm
Fri Jul 10.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Burlington
Bees; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 6pm
Sat Jul 11.
Inaugural QC MS Open: Swinging Fore
a Cure, a 4-person, best-shot outing to raise
money for and awareness of multiple sclerosis;
noon check-in, 1pm shotgun start; $70/person
includes 18 holes of golf with cart, a dinner buffet
at the Bier Stube, prizes, commemorative items,
and more; for information and to register, contact
Dennis Fisher at 563-484-9366 or dfisher195371@
gmail.com, Hidden Hills Golf Course, 4335 Indiana
Ave, Bettendorf, IA, 12pm Sat Jul 11.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Burlington
Bees; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565,
5:15pm Sun Jul 12.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Burlington
Bees; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm
Mon Jul 13.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Cedar Rapids
Kernels; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 6pm
Sat Jul 18.
WWE Summer Slam Heatwave Tour,
featuring WWE favorites including Seth Rollins,
Roman Reigns, Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, The Miz,
and more; $18-103; for tickets, call 800-745-3000,
Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria,
IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7:30pm Sat Jul 18.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Cedar Rapids
Kernels; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565,
5:15pm Sun Jul 19.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Cedar Rapids
Kernels; for information and tickets, call 563-3243000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 1pm
Mon Jul 20.
Quad City River Bandits, vs. the Wisconsin
Timber Rattlers; for information and tickets, call
563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.
jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Jul 31.
OTHER EVENTS
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July
Mississippi Valley Growers Association
Farmers Market, Sat. & Wed. 8am-noon; purchase
great locally-grown products on Wednesdays and
Saturdays, NorthPark Mall, 320 W. Kimberly Rd.,
Davenport, IA, Wed Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 29.
Colonel Davenport House Guided Tour,
held Thursdays thru Sundays noon-4pm; for
information, call 309-737-4280, Colonel George
Davenport House, Arsenal Island, Rock Island, IL,
DavenportHouse.org, Thu Jul 2 thru Fri Jul 31.
First Friday in LeClaire, featuring fun food and
cocktail sampling at the Mississippi River Distilling
Co., wine tasting at Wide River Winery, live music,
restaurant specials, and many shops open late,
Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, VisitLeClaire.com,
5:30pm Fri Jul 3.
Creekside Vineyards Wine Terrace Tour &
Taste, includes vineyard tour, souvenir wine glass,
and wine tasting; $10; for information, call 309787-9463, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505
120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.
com, 2pm Sat Jul 4.
Free Tour of Locks & Dam #15, on Saturdays &
Sundays, at 10am & 2pm; participants must wear
shoes with enclosed toes and backs, tennis shoes
are preferred; for information and to reserve, call
309-794-5338, Mississippi River Visitor Center,
Arsenal Island, Davenport, IA, MissRiver.org, Sat
Jul 4 thru Sun Jul 26.
Red, White, & Boom!, annual firework event
over the river, with family activities before the
show, Downtown Davenport, Davenport, IA,
DowntownDavenport.com, 6pm Sat Jul 4.
Red, White, & Boom!, annual firework event
over the river, with family activities before the
show, The District of Rock Island, 100 19th St, Suite
109 (office), Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 6pm
Sat Jul 4.
Volunteer Service Day, work on various
projects around the marsh with friends and family,
Nahant Marsh Education Center, 4220 Wapello
Ave., Davenport, IA, NahantMarsh.org, 9am Sat
Jul 4.
Walcott Truckers Jamboree, annual event
featuring truck beauty contests, exhibits, cookouts, the Trucker Olympics, vendors, live music,
and more; for information, call 563-284-6961,
Iowa 80 Truck Stop, 755 W Iowa 80 Rd., Walcott, IA,
Iowa80TruckStop.com/trucker-jamboree, Thu Jul
9 thru Sat Jul 11.
Bettendorf Public Librarys Walk to
Remember, this family-friendly fun walk will
start at Fayes Field at the Learning Campus, with
sign-in at 7:30am, and end at the Bettendorf
Community Center; this approximately two-mile
course will give plenty of opportunities to share
your memories of the library as we celebrate the
past 60 years and get ready for the next 60; for
information, call 563-344-4179, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 8am Sat Jul 11.
Easterns 5th Anniversary Party, celebrate
the fifth anniversary of the Eastern Avenue Branch
Librarys grand opening with refreshments,
library tours, special guests, and more; free; for
information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave.,
Outlying Areas
June
July
Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market,
7am-noon on Saturdays; presented by UnityPoint
Health, with the 40th-annual market spanning
nine city blocks; with UnityPoint Health staff
and volunteers on-site with fun and educational
programs, health screenings, safety checks, and
seasonally-appropriate recipe suggestions from
dieticians; for information, call 515-286-4907,
Historic Court District, Downtown, Des Moines,
IA, DesMoinesFarmersMarket.com, Sat Jul 4 thru
Sat Jul 25.
Menke Observatory Star Party, a night of
stargazing beginning at sunset; visitors may use
the observatorys telescopes or bring their own;
free; for information, contact Robert Mitchell at
MitchellRobertC@sau.edu or 563-333-6141, Wapsi
River Environmental Center, 31555 52nd Ave.,
Dixon, IL, SAU.edu, 7:30pm Sat Jul 11.
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August
Downtown Des Moines Farmers Market,
7am-noon on Saturdays; presented by UnityPoint
Health, with the 40th-annual market spanning
nine city blocks; with UnityPoint Health staff
and volunteers on-site with fun and educational
programs, health screenings, safety checks, and
seasonally-appropriate recipe suggestions from
dieticians; for information, call 515-286-4907,
Historic Court District, Downtown, Des Moines, IA,
DesMoinesFarmersMarket.com, Sat Aug 1 thru
Sat Aug 29.
2015 Iowa State Fair, Aug. 13-23; annual
fair featuring concerts, games, vendors, rides,
childrens activities, contests, and more; for
information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State
Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University
Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, Thu Aug
13 thru Sun Aug 23.
Moonlight Hike, for information, call 563-8733491 ext. 202, Effigy Mounds National Monument,
151 Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, 8pm
Sat Aug 15.
Grand Outlaw National Tractor and Truck
Pull, a Grandstand event in the 2015 Iowa State
Fair; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State
Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University
Ave., Des Moines, IA, MVFair.com, 2pm Wed Aug
19.
Menke Observatory Star Party, a night of
stargazing beginning at sunset; visitors may use
the observatorys telescopes or bring their own;
free; for information, contact Robert Mitchell at
MitchellRobertC@sau.edu or 563-333-6141, Wapsi
River Environmental Center, 31555 52nd Ave.,
Dixon, IL, SAU.edu, 7:30pm Sat Aug 22.
National Park Service Birthday, for
information, call 563-873-3491 ext. 202, Effigy
Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76,
Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, 1pm Tue Aug 25.
Open House for the Quad Cities
Astronomical Society, featuring two telescopes
on-site: a 16 reflector in the small domed
observatory and a 20 reflecting scope in the
larger, roll-off-roof facility; woth a tour of the
facilities, occasional slide shows, and more, JensWendt Observatory - Sherman Park, 2776 160th
Ave, Calamus, IA, QCAS.org, 6pm Sat Aug 29.
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LECTURES
June
July
All About Cycling, an on-site Riverine Walk;
with Jo Grecko of Cycletheraphy Bicycles; dress
for the weather and for walking; $6, free for River
Action members; for information and to register,
call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 1.
Breakfast with Birds, monthly event in which
participants explore the characteristics and
adaptations of a group of birds; a continental
breakfast with coffee, juice, and tea is included;
$5-7; for information, call 563-323-5196, Nahant
Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA,
NahantMarsh.org, 8am Fri Jul 3.
The Great River Road, a Channel Cat Talk
hosted by River Action; with Mississippi Parkway
Commission Member Scott Tunnicliff; Tue. & Thu.
9am; $13.50; for information and to register, call
563-322-2969, Celebration Belle Landing, 2501
River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Tue Jul 7
and Thu Jul 9.
Abduction from the Seraglio Orientation
Program, held in conjunction with the July
19 bus trip to Blank Performing Arts Center on
the campus of Simpson College in Indianola,
Iowa, for a 2pm performance of Mozarts opera;
presented by Don Wooten, who will discuss the
music, the story, and the history in order to enable
people to get the most from the opera; free; for
information and to reserve, call 563-344-4179,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus
Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm
Tue Jul 7.
Decoding the Past: Seeking Saukenuk and
Black Hawks Home Sites, an on-site Riverine
Walk; with Ferrel Anderson of QC Archeological
Society; dress for the weather and for walking;
Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $6, free for River Action
members; for information and to register, call 563322-2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport,
IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Jul 8 and Sat Jul 11.
Rafting Logs to QC Mills, a Channel Cat Talk
hosted by River Action; with Historian Gayle Rein;
Tue. & Thu. 9am; $13.50; for information and to
register, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle
Landing, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.
org, Tue Jul 14 and Thu Jul 16.
Plant Biodiversity at Collinson Preserve, an
on-site Riverine Walk; with Dr. Bohan Dziadyk of
Augustana College; dress for the weather and for
walking; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $6, free for River
Action members; for information and to register,
call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Jul 15 and
Sat Jul 18.
The Lost and the Almost Lost of the
Mississippi River, a Channel Cat Talk hosted by
River Action; with Naturalist Bob Bryant; Tue. &
Thu. 9am; $13.50; for information and to register,
August
Riverside Cemetery Architecture and
Design, an on-site Riverine Walk; with Historian
Kathleen Seusy; $6, free for River Action members;
for information and to register, call 563-322-2969,
River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA,
RiverAction.org, 9am Sat Aug 1.
Historic Bridges of the Quad Cities, a Channel
Cat Talk hosted by River Action; with Dr. Curt
Roseman, retired Augustana College professor;
Tue. & Thu. 9am; $13.50; for information and to
register, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle
Landing, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.
org, Tue Aug 4 and Thu Aug 6.
Quad Cities Fish Hatchery and Mississippi
River Monitoring Programs, an on-site Riverine
Walk; with Jeremiah Hass of Exelon Nuclear
Generating Station; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $6,
free for River Action members; for information and
COURSES
July
Professional Development: Leadership
Through People Skills, thru July 10; learn how
to be persuasive, gain commitment, and get
Teens
Adults
www.rockislandlibrary.org
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August
HR Professional as Business Partner, a course
in the Human Resource Professional Certificate
Series; this certificate series is designed specifically
for those with at least 3 years of professional
level HR experience and for experienced HR
professionals looking to improve their overall
technical and management knowledge; $250-340;
for information and to register, contact Kathy Riley
at 309-277-4186 or Kathy.riley@mranet.org, MRA Iowa/Western Illinois Division, 3800 Avenue of the
Cities, Suite 100, Moline, IL, MRANet.org/TrainingEvents, 8am Mon Aug 3.
Iowa Private College Week at St. Ambrose
University, thru Aug. 7; tours at 9am & 1:30pm;
prospective students and families can eExplore
campus, visit with professors, meet coaches, get
important financial aid and academic program
info, and hear what current students have to say;
free; for information, call 563-333-6300 or 800383-2627, or e-mail admit@sau.edu, St. Ambrose
University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, SAU.
edu, 9am Mon Aug 3.
Professional Development: Leadership
Through People Skills, thru Aug. 7; learn how
to be persuasive, gain commitment, and get
results from the people you work with; LTPS is
an intensive, five-day learning experience that
transforms managers into leaders by teaching the
practical skills necessary to meet todays business
challenges and turn vision into reality; $1,295; for
information and to register, call 563-333-5720 or
e-mail pd@sau.edu, SAU Downtown Education
Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Suite # 140, Davenport, IA,
SAU.edu/pd, 8am Mon Aug 3.
Black Hawk College Professional and
Continuing Education (PaCE) Open House,
learn more about the numerous programs
offered by PaCE, and talk with PaCE instructors
to determine if a class or program is right for you;
Theatre
Musicals
June through August
MEETINGS
Weekly & Bi-Weekly
Independent Scholars Evening, on Thursdays;
a free-standing, public forum for the support
of area scholars and interested co-learners;
refreshments provided, cash bar available; free;
for information, call 309-762-9202 or e-mail
institutecht@gmail.com, Moline Commercial Club,
1530 5th Ave., Moline, IL, QCInstitute.org/ise.html,
7pm Thu Jun 11 thru Thu Aug 27.
House Church Meeting, on Saturdays;
join the a non-denominational, ecumenical,
ecology-minded, all-faith group that supports
one another, prays together, helps one another,
and helps the community; for information,
e-mail ecumenicalfellowship@hotmail.com or
e-fellowship@hotmail.com, or call 563-508-1852,
Sat Jun 13 thru Sat Aug 29.
Outdoor Worship Services, on Sundays;
experience God in the great outdoors at 1006
Western, the corner of West 10th Western,
Davenport, IA; sponsored by the Ecumenical
Fellowship Church; for information, e-mail
ecumenicalfellowship@hotmail.com or
e-fellowship@hotmail.com, or call 563-508-1852,
June
Robert Dubiel, a Quad Cities Institute of
Noetic Sciences (IONSQC) presentation; free; for
information, contact Christine at IONSQC@aol.
com or 563-332-7259, Bettendorf Public Library,
2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA, Noetic.
org, 6:30pm Thu Jun 11.
Black Hawk College FY16 Budget Forum,
in the Sustainable Technologies Building, Room
110; Dr. Bettie Truitt, college president, and
Steven Frommelt, chief financial officer and board
treasurer, will present an overview of the budget
and answer questions from the community;
for information, call 309-796-5051, Black Hawk
College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave.,
Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 5:30pm Mon Jun 15.
Mississippi Valley Country & Western Music
Association Dance, bring your instrument, jam
with us, sing your song; for information, contact
Robert Kunz at Alframer@mchsi.com or 309-7408126, East Moline American Legion, 829 16th Ave.,
East Moline, IL, 6pm Mon Jun 15.
Quad Cities Astronomical Society
Membership Meeting, for information, call
563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA, QCAS.org,
7pm Mon Jun 15.
QCMUG (Quad Cities Macintosh Users
Group) Meeting, with a special program/
presentation on Macintosh Applications or
hardware, and an Open Forum Q&A period
where members help other Macintosh users solve
problems and improve their computer skills; $24/
year membership, guests welcome, Bettendorf
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr.,
Bettendorf, IA, QCMUG.org, 6:30pm Tue Jun 16.
Black Hawk College Board of Trustees
Meeting, in Building 1s Conference Center;
for information, call 309-796-5051, Black Hawk
College East Campus, 26230 Black Hawk Rd.,
Galva, IL, BHC.edu, 6pm Thu Jun 18.
Economic Development Meeting, LeClaire
City Hall, 325 Wisconsin St., LeClaire, IA,
VisitLeClaire.com, 8am Mon Jun 22.
Scott County Extension Council Meeting,
for information, call 563-359-7577, Scott
County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite
B, Bettendorf, IA, DBS.extension.iastate.edu/
calendar, 7pm Tue Jun 23.
Saukenuk Paddlers Canoe & Kayak Club
Monthly Meeting, meeting for the club that
paddles whitewater and flatwater in canoes,
kayaks, and sea kayaks; open to the public; for
information, call 563-359-5974, American Red
Cross of the Quad Cities Area, 1100 River Dr,
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Healthy Living Fair, presented by the Radish
magazine; the ninth-annual celebration of local
and natural foods, health and fitness, community
groups, and environmental stewardship; more
than 70 exhibitors will present healthy foods,
alternative energy products, environmentally
friendly products and produce, outdoor
recreation opportunities, and holistic, alternative
and integrative medicine, Freight House, 421 W.
River Dr., Davenport, IA, RadishMagazine.com,
8am Sat Jun 20.
Creekside Vineyards Yoga Fun Day, led
by instructors from Indigo Wellness; $12; for
information, call 309-787-9463, Creekside
Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal
Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, 12pm Sun
Jun 21.
General MDA Support Group, for individuals
and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for
information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street
Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed
Jun 24.
Creekside Vineyards Yoga Fun Day, led
by instructors from Indigo Wellness; $12; for
information, call 309-787-9463, Creekside
Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal
Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, 12pm Sun
Jul 19.
General MDA Support Group, for individuals
and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for
information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street
Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed Jul
22.
Nutrition Before, During, and After
Cancer Therapy, a Trinity dietitian will discuss
nutrient needs before, during, and after
cancer; information on common herbal and
vitamin supplements and antioxidants; free; for
information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
Trinity Regional Health System, 5pm Thu Jul 30.
Reducing Stress through Meditation,
join William Smith as he discusses the effect of
meditation to reduce stress-related responses,
improve concentration, and enhance charity
of thought and mental equilibrium; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu
Aug 13.
Creekside Vineyards Yoga Fun Day, led
by instructors from Indigo Wellness; $12; for
information, call 309-787-9463, Creekside
Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal
Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, 12pm Sun
Aug 16.
General MDA Support Group, for individuals
and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for
information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street
Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed
Aug 26.
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elcome to the Summer 2015 KWQC Family Fun Guide, a special section in the River Cities Readers Summer Guide.
We have separated our childrens calendar from the regular seasonal guide and made it easier to navigate so that you
can find the perfect events for your kids and family. So any day your children complain about being bored, youre sure
to find the perfect antidote here.
July
Nature Craft, on Thursdays; all-ages program
allows you to make amazing crafts using
natural materials; sculpt with living moss, make
a terrarium, design your own vertical planter,
and more; free; for information, call 563-3267832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave.
Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA,
DavenportLibrary.com, 2pm Thu Jul 2 thru Thu
Jul 23.
Random Fandom, on Mondays; arts & crafts
for fans of Doctor Who, Minecraft, The Avengers,
Harry Potter, and more; free; for information, call
563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.
com, 3pm Mon Jul 6 thru Mon Jul 27.
Art Camp, thru July 9, for students who will be
entering grades 3-5; featuring daily, 75-minute
sessions on American Cartooning,Recycled
Art, and Zentangles and Doodles; $90; for
information and to register, call 309-796-8223,
Black Hawk College Outreach Center, 301 Avenue
of the Cities, East Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 8am Mon
Jul 6.
Super-Charged Art, on Tuesdays, for grades
3-8, led by Gloria Burlingame; kids reinvent major
pieces of art, often with a connection to books; for
information, call 309-732-7360, Rock Island Public
Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island,
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 2pm Tue Jul 7 and Tue
Jul 14.
Superhero Treat Box, embellish a treat box
with superhero stickers and flair, as part of our
Summer Every Hero has a Story theme; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd.,
Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue
Jul 14
4-H Military Scrapbooking Club, for ages
12-18; at the Cession Room in Building 60; get your
smartphone or Instagram photos printed off and
into a memorable scrapbook; embellish a unique
scrapbook each month and learn new scrapbook
techniques; $20 supply fee; for information and
to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island Arsenal,
Rock Island, IL, Web.extension.illinios.edu, 5:30pm
Wed Jul 15.
The Grand Connection: Cats and Dogs,
designed for grandparents and their grandchild
ages 5-7; with drawing and collage making, we
will create artwork of cats and dogs for both of
you to enjoy; $15/grandparent & grandchild; for
information and to register, call 309-796-8223,
Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600
34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 10am Wed Jul 15.
Melted Crayon Art, teens melt crayons on
canvas to create their own unique art; be sure to
wear clothes that you wont mind getting melted
wax on; free; for information, call 309-732-7323,
Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059
30th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm
Thu Jul 16.
Advanced Comic Book Design, Bill Douglas
will help you learn helpful techniques for layout,
plotting, and other tricks of the trade; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
MUSIC
STORIES
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Community, on Fridays; stories, songs, and fun for
children ages birth to five; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
- Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Jun 19.
Pajama Story Time, ages 4-8 wear their PJs
and bring their favorite stuffed animal to hear new
stories; free; for information, call 309-524-2480,
Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL,
MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jun 22.
Tales for Tots!, music, action poems,
fingerplays, and activity time for ages birth - 3 with
an adult caregiver; free; for information, call 563344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com,
10am Mon Jun 22.
30/31 Toddler Tales: Animal Heroes, on
Tuesdays; stories, songs, and fun for children ages
birth to five; free; for information, call 309-7327323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
3059 30th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 10:30am Tue Jun 23.
Southwest Toddler Tales: Animal Heroes, on
Wednesdays; stories, songs, and fun for children
ages birth to five; free; for information, call 309732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest
Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Jun 24.
Main Toddler Tales: Animal Heroes, on
Fridays; stories, songs, and fun for children ages
birth to five; free; for information, call 309-7327323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
10:30am Fri Jun 26.
Read with Rover!, event allows grades Pre-K to
6 to practice reading aloud; each drop-in session
pairs a young reader with a certified therapy
dog and handler from the Quad Cities Canine
Assistance Network; free; for information, call 309732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
10:30am Fri Jun 26.
30/31 Toddler Tales: Heroes in My Family, on
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LIBRARY EVENTS
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July
Summer Lego Bricks Club, grades preK-6
design a piece of Lego art to be displayed at the
library; free; for information, call 309-732-7323,
Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th
St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 4pm
Wed Jul 1.
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; teens play PS3,
Xbox 360, Wii, Dungeons & Dragons, Yu-Gi-Oh,
and more; for information, call 563-326-7832,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 2:30pm
Wed Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 29.
Teen-ucopia, on Wednesdays; teens enjoy a
variety of video games, board games, crafts, and
other activities; for information, call 309-524-2440,
Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL,
MolineLibrary.com,Wed Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 29.
Magic: The Gathering Club, on Wednesdays;
compete with other collectors; youll need your
own deck of cards; free; for information, call 563344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com,
3:30pm Wed Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 29.
Dinosaurs in the Park, learn about how
scientists are heroes and about their amazing
work, and play with dinosaurs and reconnect
with the natural world; free; for information, call
309-755-3393, Silvis Public Library, 105 8th St.,
Silvis, IL, SilvisLibrary.org, 10:30am Thu Jul 2.
Childs Play: Create, Explore, Experience, on
Saturdays for preschool-age children; the rotating
program may include components of traditional
storytimes, active movement, rhythm with music,
and simple crafts; free; for information, call 563344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com,
10am Sat Jul 4 thru Sat Jul 25.
Okatu Afternoon, on Mondays; for those who
love anime, manga, and video games; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Mon Jul 6 thru
Mon Jul 20.
Hometown Heroes, local firefighters and police
officers will talk about their heroic jobs and show
their special vehicles; free; for information, call 563344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com,
10am Mon Jul 6.
See the Show, Become a Pro Juggling Show,
a super-sized Interactive juggling show with
juggler, stilt-walker and balloon twister Jason
Kollum; free; for information, call 309-732-7323,
Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th
St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10am
Mon Jul 6.
Jack Kollum & the Balloon Creation
Workshop, learn to create amazing balloon
animals in this interactive workshop; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jul 7.
Jack Kollum: Juggler Extraordinaire, see a
comedy variety juggling and balancing show, and
try some of the easy and fun skills you saw in the
show; free; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus
Dr., Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 2pm
Tue Jul 7.
Faster than the Speed of Math, on Tuesdays;
for grades 2-6; super-powered math projects with
tutor Elizabeth Russell; free; for information and
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MUSEUMS
June
July
Rainforest Adventure, climb a nine foot
kapok tree, explore a gorilla nest, discover
products that come from tropical rainforests,
study animals and plants using unique science
tools, and learn about children from around the
world to learn how their families help protect
rainforests; for information, call 563-344-4106,
Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr,
Bettendorf, IA, FamilyMuseum.org, Wed Jul 1
thru Fri Jul 31.
Structurally Sound, for grades 5-8; challenge
your hands and mind in this day-long adventure
of building and designing bridges, towers,
shelters, and more; $31.50-35; for information,
call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum & Science
Center, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.
org/Education/SummerCamps, 9am Wed Jul 1.
Camp C3 Camp for Grades 3-6, thru July 10;
this weeklong camp will be filled with computercoding opportunities in gaming, animation, mini
processors, and more; $150-160; for information,
call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum & Science
Center, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.
org/Education/SummerCamps, 9am Mon Jul 6.
Special Needs Night, the Family Museum
will open its doors after hours for an exclusive
event for families with children who have special
needs; $7; for information, call 563-344-4106,
Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr,
Bettendorf, IA, FamilyMuseum.org, 5:30pm Fri
Jul 10.
Explore Measuring!, at 10:30am, help count
all the things that go Over the Ledge, and at
1pm, learn about volume and measuring as we
pour water in and out of many different size
containers; for information, call 563-344-4106,
Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr,
Bettendorf, IA, FamilyMuseum.org, 10:30am Sat
Jul 11.
Patent Pending Camp for Grades 3-6, thru
July 17; explore inventions from across time and
around the globe, then dig in and join great
inventors by developing your very own creation;
$150-160; for information, call 563-324-1933,
Putnam Museum & Science Center, 1717 W
12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org/Education/
SummerCamps, 9am Mon Jul 13.
Ribbon Dance Party, attach a beautiful
rainbow ribbon to a stick and wave it to the
music; for information, call 563-344-4106, Family
Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr, Bettendorf,
IA, FamilyMuseum.org, 10:30am Sat Jul 18.
Raiders of the Last Artifact Half-Day Camp
for Grades K-2, thru July 24; trek across the
Putnam in search of gold, meteors, fossils and
more in this adventure camp full of twists, turns,
and fun surprises; $76.50-85; for information,
call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum & Science
Center, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.
org/Education/SummerCamps, 9am Mon Jul 20.
Rube Goldberg Design Academy Jr HalfDay Camp for Grades K-2, thru July 24; use
simple machines and tinker your way towards
fun and funny machines in this cause-effect
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MOVIES
June
The Lego Movie, screening of the Oscarnominated animated smash; for information, call
563-441-0242, Cinemark Davenport 53rd 18 +
IMAX, 3601 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA, Cinemark.
com, 10am Thu Jun 11.
Thursday Theater, watch a popular G- or
PG-rated film with a science connection; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf,
IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jun 11.
Friday Super Movie, superheroes and
villains in a screening held in conjunction with
the libraries summer-reading program; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 1pm Fri Jun 12
thru Fri Jun 26.
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June
COURSES
4-H Rifle Shooting Sports, Tuesdays thru
July 28; ages 10 & up develop their rifle-shooting
skills in this 4-H Shooting Sports Club using
.22 caliber rifles; youths can bring their own
ammunition, or purchase from the instructor;
$10-30; for information and to register, call 309756-9978, Nice Shot Shooting Range, 22147 N.
Spoon River Rd., Laura, IL, Web.extension.illinois.
edu/hmrs, 5pm Tue Jun 16.
Swim School for Ages 4-15, thru July 2;
Monday-Thursday at 9:15am, 10:15am, 11:15am,
4:15pm, or 5:15pm; all sessions are eight classes;
$55/session; for information and to register, call
309-796-5601, Black Hawk College - Community
Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, IL,
BHC.edu/swim, Mon Jun 22.
Spanish for Kids, ages 7-10; experience
the culture, history, food and dance of Latin
American countries; have fun learning the
alphabet, numbers, everyday words and
conversational phrases from a native speaker;
$22; for information and to register, call 309-7968223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus,
6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 10am Tue
Jun 23.
Swim School for Ages 4-15, thru July 16;
Monday-Thursday at 9:15am, 10:15am, 11:15am,
4:15pm, or 5:15pm; all sessions are eight classes;
$55/session; for information and to register, call
309-796-5601, Black Hawk College - Community
Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, IL,
BHC.edu/swim, Mon Jul 6.
Swim School for Ages 4-15, thru July 29;
Mondays & Wednesdays at 6:15pm; all sessions
are eight classes; $55/session; for information
and to register, call 309-796-5601, Black Hawk
College - Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th
Avenue, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/swim, Mon Jul 6.
4-H Youth Food Preservation Workshop,
ages 9-14 learn how to can their own salsa; $12;
for information and to register, call 309-756-9978,
Camden Center, 2701 1st St. East, Milan, IL, Web.
extension.illinois.edu/hmrs, 2pm Sun Jul 19.
Swim School for Ages 4-15, thru July 30;
Monday-Thursday at 9:15am, 10:15am, 11:15am,
4:15pm, or 5:15pm; all sessions are eight classes;
$55/session; for information and to register, call
309-796-5601, Black Hawk College - Community
Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, IL,
BHC.edu/swim, Mon Jul 20.
4-H Youth Food Preservation Workshop,
learn how to freeze and dry vegetables and
make their own jam and freezer pickles; $12; for
information and to register, call 309-756-9978,
Camden Center, 2701 1st St. East, Milan, IL, Web.
extension.illinois.edu/hmrs, 2pm Sun Aug 2.
DAY CAMPS
June
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Education/SummerCamps, 9am Mon Jul 20.
Rube Goldberg Design Academy Jr Half-Day
Camp for Grades K-2, thru July 24; use simple
machines and tinker your way towards fun and
funny machines in this cause-effect camp full of
hands-on discoveries; $76.50-85; for information,
call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum & Science
Center, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.
org/Education/SummerCamps, 1pm Mon Jul 20.
Engineering Kids Camp for Grades 4-6,
create and learn alongside Iowa State students
and professional engineers; explore robotics,
test your engineering problem-solving, and
take in a giant-screen film; lunch and t-shirt
included; $40; for information, call 563-324-1933,
Putnam Museum & Science Center, 1717 W
12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org/Education/
SummerCamps, Mon Jul 27.
Engineering Kids Camp for Grades 2-3,
create and learn alongside Iowa State students
and professional engineers; explore robotics,
test your engineering problem-solving, and
take in a giant-screen film; lunch and t-shirt
included; $40; for information, call 563-324-1933,
Putnam Museum & Science Center, 1717 W
12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org/Education/
SummerCamps, Wed Jul 29.
Engineering Kids Camp for Girls in Grades
4-8, create and learn alongside Iowa State
students and professional engineers; explore
robotics, test your engineering problem-solving,
and take in a giant-screen film; lunch and t-shirt
included; $40; for information, call 563-324-1933,
Putnam Museum & Science Center, 1717 W
12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org/Education/
SummerCamps, Thu Jul 30.
Engineering Kids Camp for Grades 7-8,
create and learn alongside Iowa State students
and professional engineers; explore robotics,
test your engineering problem-solving, and
take in a giant-screen film; lunch and t-shirt
included; $40; for information, call 563-324-1933,
Putnam Museum & Science Center, 1717 W
12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org/Education/
SummerCamps, Fri Jul 31.
4-H CEO in Training Teen Summer Camp,
thru Aug. 7, for ages 12-18; campers work
together to develop a product or service using
the skills and tools learned through handson team challenges and support from guest
entrepreneurs; it will all culminate in a Shark
Tank-inspired presentation by your team to
showcase your product, service or business idea;
$15-35; for information and to register, call 309756-9978, Mercer County Health Department,
305 NW 7th St., Aledo, IL, Web.extension.illinois.
edu/hmrs, 10am Mon Aug 3.
Dont Try This at Home! Camp for Grades
3-6, thru Aug. 7; come to this camp for science
that leaves a mark as you try all those things you
could never do at home and end your week with
a bang; $150-160; for information, call 563-3241933, Putnam Museum & Science Center, 1717 W
12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org/Education/
SummerCamps, 9am Mon Aug 3.
Picture This Photography, thru Aug. 7, for
ages 8-18; a 4-H Summer Day Camp for Youth
hosted by the University of Illinois Extension;
for information, call 309-756-9978, Black Hawk
College Community Education Center, 404 E. 3rd
St., Kewanee, IL, Web.extension.illinois.edu, 9am
Mon Aug 3.
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