02
Sep
2016
Star Dog Gallery is hosting a special solo show featuring, house artist, Phillip Force. Force has let his artwork take a back seat for the past year and is ready to make it a priority. "Past, Present and Future" will highlight previously featured work, recently completed pieces and the concepts behind new ideas from Force.
Finish the work week and head over to River Music Experience for Live at 5. The Beaker Brothers Band is this weeks' entertainment, bringing you music from "back in the day." The six piece band will be busting out tunes from Clapton, Santana and the Grateful Dead during their two hour set.
The German American Heritage Center is bringing in Kelsey Kramer-McGinnis to discuss German prisoners of war and how they used music as a creative outlet. Participate in "The Purest Pieces of Home" discussion on Sunday, at 2pm. After the discussion, take time to explore the "100 Years of Hollywood" traveling exhibit, celebrating Universal Studios and its German immigrant founder, Carl Laemmle.
Get your weekend started early with $2 beers at Modern Woodmen Park tonight. Cheer on the River Bandits, as they take on the Kane County Cougars tonight and tomorrow. The Tippi Yogis will be taking over The Phoenix Martini Bar tonight. Grab your mat and a martini for a night of relaxation!
Don't forget to utilize the free admission available at Figge Art Museum through the end of the month. If you haven't had the chance yet, explore the "Wonderful World of Oz" exhibit featuring the actual dress Judy Garland wore in the film.
Visit our website for a complete list of upcoming downtown events, and we'll see you downtown.
Future Downtown Happenings:
9/11 - Modern Woodmen of America's Salute to Heroes
9/14 - Andy Frasco & the UN
9/15 - Preserve Iowa Summit
