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A trouble-making ghost is haunting the Adler Theatre, and what better crew to solve the mystery than Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma! Take the family out to see the hilarious live theater show Scooby-Doo Live Musical Mysteries on Saturday.

lifestylesLadies, make your way out to the RiverCenter this weekend to get health and lifestyle tips from Dolvett Quince of The Biggest Loser at the 2013 KWQC-HD 6 Women's Health & Lifestyle Fair. Enjoy a multitude of vendors and a variety of health-related activities! All proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Quad Cities.

 

mapExplore a collection of historic maps representing the early world we live in at the Figge when Marking Territory: Cartographic Treasures of the Mississippi River and the World Beyond Exhibit opens Saturday!  This evening, the museum is hosting PechaKucha Night!  This fun, informal event allows community members to share their ideas and interests-from recent travels to hobbies and major academic pursuits.

 

job fair The River Bandits are looking for hard-working, outgoing, and friendly people to assist fans this baseball season. Head out the Job Fair at Modern Woodmen Park this Saturday for a chance to work with the River Bandits! While you're there, show off your pipes and tryout to be a National Anthem singer this season as well!

 

Gabriel Iglesias will bring his Stand-Up Revolution Tour to the Adler Theatre on March 7! With a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects, Iglesias brings all his personal experiences to life. Gabriel's unique and animated comedy style has made him popular among fans of all ages.

 

wine Looking for an evening out to enjoy a mix of contemporary American cuisine with classic French cuisine? Indulge in the 5 Course Wine Dinner at the Bix tonight! You can even take home recipes from the dinner so you can make the dishes at home.

 

Old ShoeDon't miss Americana Folk/Rock band Old Shoe as they make their way from Chicago to the River Music Experience Saturday! These talented songwriters from across the country will draw you in right from the start! Head out Friday to hear the virtuous sounds of The Giving Tree Band or Quad City locals Sunset 4Ever, with Fairhaven and Dream Anabelle, too.

 

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This Week's Events: February 28 - March 6


Thursday, February 28

5 Course Wine Dinner at Bix

Where: Hotel Blackhawk Bix Bistro

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Price: $60/person

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Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Drop In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: $10

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Draw, Draw, Draw! Class

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Price: $65/member; $75/non-member

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Kilkenny's Open Mic with Karl

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Live Lunch with Mo Carter

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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MVBS Presents Blues in the Schools: "Generations of Blues" with Hal Reed & Ellis Kell
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

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River's Edge Monthly Turf & Ice Schedule

Discover dozens of sporting events at River's Edge!

Follow the links below to see the complete ice and turf schedule for the month.

Ice Schedule

Turf Schedule

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Thursdays at the Figge

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: Noon

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Trivia Challenge - Win Gift Certificates!

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Friday, March 1

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 6:00 p.m, 7:00 p.m, and 8:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: River's Edge, Ice
Time: 8:15 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.
Price: $10
Karl Beatty - Live Music
Where: Brady St. Pub
Time: 9 p.m.
Price: FREE
Live Lunch with Angela Meyer
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Live Music: Powell
Where: Barrel House 211
Time: 9:00 p.m. - Midnight
Price: FREE
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Live Music: Mer
Where: Kilkenny's Pub
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Mystery Dinner Theater
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Price: $15

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

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Sunset 4Ever with Fairhaven and Dream Anabelle
Where: River Music Experience, RME Hall
Time: Doors 6:30 p.m. / Show 7:00 p.m.
Price: $5
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The Giving Tree Band
Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room
Time: Doors 8:00 p.m. / Show 9:00 p.m.
Price: $8
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Saturday, March 2

 

2013 KWQC-HD 6 Women's Health & Lifestyle Fair

Where: The RiverCenter

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: $1, 17 and under FREE

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$20,000 Cash is King Drawing

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 11:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery
Time: Noon, 1:00 p.m, 2:00 p.m, and 3:00 p.m.
Price: N/A

 

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 5:45 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Price: $10

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Exhibition Opens: Marking Territory

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), FREE with membership

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Exhibition: Portrait of Maquoketa: The Dimensional View

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: Sculpting with Fiber

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: University of Iowa Faculty Biennial

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: Alison Saar: STILL...

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admisson ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition : Young Artists at the Figge - North Scott

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with Membership

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Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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German American Heritage Center Open House
Where: German American Heritage Center
Time: Noon - 4:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Intro to Encaustic Painting Workshop
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Price: $80/member, $90/non-member, $30 materials fee payable to instructor

Josh Duffee Orchestra
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Live Music: Mer
Where: Kilkenny's Pub
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Mississippi Misfits

Where: Brady St. Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Old Shoe
Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room
Time: Doors 8:00 p.m. / Show 9:00 p.m.
Price: $8 in adv., $10 day of show
Public Skate
Where: River's Edge, Ice
Time: 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. ; 8:00p.m.-10:00p.m.
Price: $5 and up

River Prairie Minstrels
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
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River Bandits Ballpark Job Fair
Where: Modern Woodmen Park
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
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River Bandits National Anthem Tryouts
Where: Modern Woodmen Park
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
RME Guitar Circle
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
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Scooby-Doo Live Musical Mysteries

Where: The Adler Theater

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Price: $15, $25, $35, $55

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Uke-A-Pa-Looza

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Sunday, March 3

 

2013 KWQC-HD 6 Women's Health and Lifestyle Fair

Where: The RiverCenter

Time: Noon - 4:00 p.m.

Price: $1, 17 and Under FREE

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$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Drop-In Soccer
Where: River's Edge, Turf
Time: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. ; Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Price: $6

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Scherenschnitte Papercutting Workshop with Keith Bonnstetter

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Price: $15/member, $20/non-member

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Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro

Where: Blackhawk Hotel

Time: 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Price: Adults - $17.95 and Kids - $8.95

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Sunday Live Jazz: Manny Lopez Trio

Where: Brady Street Chop House

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

 

Tour: Alison Saar: STILL...

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Monday, March 4

 

Mexican Monday

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $3 Margaritas and $5 Tacos

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Drop In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 8:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $10

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Nifty 50's

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

Website

Tuesday, March 5


Acoustic Music Club
Where: River Music Experience, RME Cafe
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
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Blues Cafe
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
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Class: Figure Drawing
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 6:00 p.n. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: $20/3 classes/student; $30/3 classes/adult; $12/single session
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Class: Rug Hooking
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Price: $65/member, $75/non-member, $35 materials fee payable to instructor
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Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

Follow on Facebook and Twitter

 

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: The River's Edge, Ice
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Price: $10
Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market
Where: Freight House Building and Parking Lot
Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Price: FREE

 

It's Firkin Tuesday!

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $3 Burger Baskets

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Open Jam Session

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

Website

 

Wednesday, March 6

 

Attack of the Casks

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 5:00p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

Live Lunch with Lojo Russo
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

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