Could the Quad Cities be the music capital of the Midwest? It certainly has a nice ring to it, and we're well on our way with a vibrant music scene that's constantly evolving. Music lovers will be in heaven this week with all of the shows downtown, led by Daytrotter Downs hosting 30+ bands through Saturday! Check out the full schedule to plan your week.
Tonight in the RME Hall, MVBS presents Cheat You Fair: The Story of Maxwell Street. Head into the Redstone Room later for a show with Sierra Hull with Ghost of Paul Revere. Friday will feature Drama Major playing a free acoustic show, as well as a CD release concert with Ernie Hendrickson & Dan Hubbard. Sunday brings Jazz to RME, and get ready for Wednesday when the Joe Marcinek Band plays featuring Kris Myers (of Umphrey's Mcgee!).
Also tonight, head down to the River Center and sip on martini samples from over 25 local bars and restaurants for HAVlife's Martini Shake Off. Mingle for a good cause and get in on the action at the area's largest silent auction. The shake-off is another great event on the YPQC "owning winter" week-long celebration.
The final weeks of winter are upon us and there's no shortage of events happening downtown, beginning with Third Thursday! CraftedQC has a Trunk Show is with The Ruka Shop debuting its Pop Culture Collection. Interested in trying out the new co-working space? Swing by The Creative Collective to pick up a pass! Oh So Sweet is hosting Frostapalooza, and Infinity Salon is bringing back their popular $5 deal. Plan now and see the full list of sales & specials!
LEGO lovers will unite at the Figge for the Opening Reception of The Art of Architecture. Artist Adam Reed Tucker is one of only 11 LEGO Certified Professionals in the world; you can meet him tonight at the Figge! On Saturday, visit L&D15 for a Saturday Night Social. Mix and mingle with friends, shop and have a cocktail.
The Oh So Sweet Cupcake Challenge continues this Saturday and the theme for this week is Analog Arcade! The eight remaining contestants are making cupcakes that will feature flavors and decorations inspired by our favorite arcade bar, Analog! The call time for public voting is 3:45, $5 gets you eight different cupcakes plus a free beverage.
Parks and Recreation is hosting a Daddy Daughter Dance at the RiverCenter on Sunday. Dancing is top of the agenda, plus attendees will be treated to a dinner buffet, crafts and a chance to win prizes. A professional photographer will be available. This event is perfect for dads, uncles, grandpas and step-fathers.
For a complete list of the events this week and beyond, visit our event calendar.
See you downtown!
Future Events:
02/25 - PechaKucha Night
02/26 - [design] [build] by architects Grand Opening!
02/26 - Distillery Night at Great River Brewery
02/26 - Bob Marley Birthday Bash
02/27 - Nicholas David
03/03 - Dancers in Company
03/03 - A Little Off Key: Dueling Pianos
03/12 - 34th Annual CASI St. Patrick's Day Race
03/12 - Iowish Stout Tapping
03/15 - Flashdance The Musical
03/16 - The Gathering of the Green
02/26 - [design] [build] by architects Grand Opening!
02/26 - Distillery Night at Great River Brewery
02/26 - Bob Marley Birthday Bash
02/27 - Nicholas David
03/03 - Dancers in Company
03/03 - A Little Off Key: Dueling Pianos
03/12 - 34th Annual CASI St. Patrick's Day Race
03/12 - Iowish Stout Tapping
03/15 - Flashdance The Musical
03/16 - The Gathering of the Green
