16 Feb 2026

YWCA Quad Cities to Host Open House and Ribbon-Cutting for New Youth Group Home, Alan’s House

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (February 16, 2026) — YWCA Quad Cities invites members of the media and community to get a first look at Alan’s House, its new DCFS-licensed youth group home, during a special Open House on Thursday, February 19.

Before officially opening its doors and welcoming residents, YWCA Quad Cities will host an Open House, 4-6PM, at 229 16th Street, Rock Island, IL (YWCA’s former location).

19 Nov 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosts “Splashing Through the Snow” Indoor Winter Event December 6

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (November 19, 2025) — The YWCA Quad Cities invites families and community members to warm up this winter at Splashing Through the Snow, a festive indoor event held at the YWCA’s Aquatic Center. This family-friendly celebration brings together holiday fun, creative activities, and aquatic adventures, all in a cozy, snow-free environment.

Guests of all ages can enjoy a variety of seasonal activities, including:

31 Oct 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosts Canned-Food Drive and Free Swim to Support Local Families in Need

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 31, 2025) — YWCA Quad Cities will host a community canned-food drive on Saturday, November 1, 12-3PM, at its Aquatic Center.

Guests are invited to bring a minimum of two non-perishable food items per person and will receive free admission to the YWCA’s indoor aquatic center.

Attendees can enjoy the slide, lazy river, rock-climbing wall, splash area, and more.

The event is open to the public; you do not need to be a member to participate.

08 Oct 2025

Spooky Swim at YWCA Quad Cities October 11

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 8, 2025) — Get ready to make a splash this Halloween season at the YWCA Quad Cities Spooky Swim on Saturday, October 11, 4–8PM!

There will be inflatable games, fun goodies, like bloody popcorn, and a pumpkin relay race, starting at 6PM, and more at our Aquatic Center!

As part of Downtown Rock Island’s Back from the Dead celebration, guests can also take advantage of a free trolley ride, with the YWCA as a featured stop.

02 Oct 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosting a Spooky Swim

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (October 2, 2025) — Get ready to make a splash this Halloween season at the YWCA Quad Cities Spooky Swim on Saturday, October 11, 4–8PM.

Dive into an evening filled with ghoulishly good fun, from inflatable games that will test your skills to a pumpkin relay that’s sure to bring on the giggles.

And what’s a spooky celebration without treats?

11 Sep 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosts Career Fair for Youth September 17

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 11, 2025) — YWCA Quad Cities’ ThePlace2B is excited to announce an upcoming Career Fair for all Quad Cities youth on Wednesday, September 17, 5:30-7:PM, at YWCA Quad Cities (513 17th St, Rock Island).

10 Sep 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Offering Free Financial Literacy Classes

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 10, 2025) — YWCA Quad Cities is excited to announce the launch of free financial literacy classes, open to anyone in the community.

In partnership with EmPeople Credit Union, the YWCA will host a one-hour financial basics course designed to help participants strengthen their money management skills. Classes will be offered four times a month, at no cost to attendees.

08 Sep 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Hosting Taylor Swift-Themed “Swim It Off” Sing and Swim Event

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (September 8, 2025) — Swifties, grab your swimsuits and get ready to Swim It Off!

YWCA Quad Cities, 513 17th Street, is excited to announce a Taylor Swift-themed Sing and Swim night at the YWCA Quad Cities Aquatic Center on September 13, 5:30-7:30PM.

Guests of all ages are invited to sing their favorite T-Swift hits, swim and splash around, and make friendship bracelets.

Tickets are $13 per person.

07 Aug 2025

YWCA Quad Cities Offers Summer Pre-Apprenticeship Jobs Program for Youth

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (August 7, 2025) — The YWCA Quad Cities is proud to continue its Pre-Apprenticeship Jobs Program for a second consecutive summer.

10 Jun 2025

YWCA QC Hosting Free Maternal Health Fair 6/14/25

By Jenna Panicucci

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 10, 2025) — The YWCA Quad Cities is hosting a free BIPOC Maternal Health Fair, a community event dedicated to supporting Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) families. The fair will take place on Saturday, June 14, 1-4PM, at the YWCA Quad Cities, located at 513 17th Street, Rock Island, Illinois.

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