25 May 2012

This Week in Downtown Davenport

By QC Chamber

Hello!

We're excited to announce that the SIS International Shop has opened at 108 E. 2nd Street across from the Radisson Hotel! This unique retail store specializes in fair trade items from around the world including everything from coffee and artwork to jewelry, clothing, and more. Stop in and help us welcome the store to the neighborhood!

Thirst-Day Thursday kicks off the week featuring $2 drink specials tonight at the River Bandits game! The Bandits will also auction off camo uniforms during Saturday's Iowa Army National Guard night. Looking for live music instead? Hip-Hop fans should grab tickets to see Tech N9ne's Hostile Takeover Tour at the RiverCenter on Wednesday.

Midcoast Fine Arts will play host to some talented teens this week during the annual Artwork Expo competition at Bucktown! Each team of high school students will create a huge 8x8 ft mural in chalk and pastels that will be on display in Bucktown's gallery for the month of June. Final Friday Venus Envy Edition takes place tomorrow at Bucktown and this will be your final opportunity to view artwork from Venus Envy.

The 2012 Freight House Famers' Market summer season is up and running! Come downtown and experience the expanded Farmers Market by picking up a variety of local food and goods every Tuesday afternoon and Saturday morning. Become a fan of their Facebook Page and be the first to know about all of the special events this summer.

If you haven't seen the Young Artists at the Figge exhibit, don't waste any more time! The annual exhibit comes to a close on Sunday. This exhibit currently features artwork by the Pleasant Valley Community Schools. The museum will also feature Thursdays at the Figge, a Silk Painting and Batik workshop, and weekly tours.

Ronnie Baker Brooks will blaze in to downtown to play River Music Experience on Friday! Brooks is Chicago-based Blues, R&B, and Funk artist. Be sure to RSVP on Facebook for a chance to win tickets! Live Lunch will feature Randy Leasman, Ren Estrand, and John McLaughlin. Don't forget Community Drum Circle and Open Mic Night, and plan to attend the first Friday Live at 5 of the summer next week on June 1!

Calling all Guitar Players! Dan Miller is putting on a speed, accuracy, and tone guitar workshop at RME on Tuesday. Dan Miller is the editor of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine and co-author of the popular, eight volume Flatpicking Essentials Guitar Course. The Tangents, Hello Ramona, and Sunset 4 Ever also make appearances at RME his week. Have you picked up tickets yet for RME's annual beer tasting and fundraiser, BeeRME? It's coming up June 9; buy tickets today!

Our summer festivals will be here soon! Any groups interested in volunteering at Street Fest during Bix Weekend can sign-up on our brand new downtown website.

Antonella's Ristorante & Pizzeria has delicious Italian and Sicilian selections awaiting your arrival! Many of these are signature dishes and unique to the restaurant. Stop in at 112 West 3rd Street in Downtown Davenport. Visit them online at www.antonellaspizzeria.com or find them on Facebook! 563-359-4411

Have a great Memorial Day! See you downtown!

This Week's Events: May 24 - May 30

Thursday, May 24

$2,800 Bank It Blackjack Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Registration 5 p.m. Tournament 6 p.m.

Price: $20 entry fee

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