This Week in Downtown Davenport: 9/4 - 9/10

Downtown Davenport is home to an assortment of arts and crafts Saturday and Sunday when Beaux Arts Fair takes over the Figge Plaza. From paintings and pottery to photographs and furniture, this premiere arts festival has something for everyone. And we can't forget to mention the children's activities, musical entertainment, and food vendors available during the fair! Be on the look out for Liam O'Neill as he constructs his Big Turnings sculpture on the plaza, too.

 While you're in the area, stop by the Figge to explore the Innovators and Legends Exhibit and the Local Threads Exhibit before they close on Sunday. Until then, make a visit tonight to learn a bit more about the Local Threads Exhibit during an Art Talk. For those interested in the Wine & Art series, check out the classes coming this fall here! Spaces are limited, so sign up for one (or all) while you still can.

 Elton John lovers are in for a treat this weekend when the Quad City Symphony Orchestra hosts their Riverfront Pops Saturday. Come on down to LeClaire Park as early as 3 p.m. and enjoy a picnic on the riverfront before singer/pianist, Michael Cavanaugh takes the stage at 6:30 to sing the hits of Elton John. Did we mention this is just one of the many events in this year's East West Riverfest? Check out other activities taking place these next two weeks here.

 Acoustic guitar extraordinaire and two-time Grammy nominee, Tommy Emmanuel, plays at the Adler Theatre on Wednesday. Come see for yourself how he has garnered hundreds of thousands of loyal fans throughout the world. Mark your calendars for a performance by country music icon, Loretta Lynn, on September 18. Make a night of it by attending the pre-sow dinner at the RiverCenter while you're in town.

 With the end of the work week upon us, it's time to unwind with some live music and outdoor fun at the RME Courtyard. This week's Friday Live at 5 features 2014 RRL performers, The Dawn. Later this week, enjoy a mix of blues, country, gospel, and folk tunes when Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents Spencer Bohren. On Wednesday, engage yourself in a free public lecture by photographer Janet Macoska to kickoff the start of a four-month span of activities celebrating popular music's Jewish heritage.

 Our Young Professionals are busy bees this week! Get to know other young professionals from the area at tonight's Network at Night, or learn why leadership is a choice, not a position during Network at Noon on Tuesday. Not a member? Not a worry! Join today and be a part of one of the fastest growing young professional groups in the region.