03 Nov 2026

Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois/Creative Session: Painting on Saw Blades

By Nora Bosslet

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 3, 2026) — Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois is hosting a creative art session workshop offered at NO COST on Monday, November 16, 6-8PM, at Gilda’s Club Davenport, located at 1351 West Central Park Ave, Suite 200, Davenport, Iowa 52804.

Using the unique surface of a saw blade, paint a design lead by an artist. No experience necessary. All supplies provided.

03 Nov 2026

Monmouth College Archaeology Lecture: Rare Ancient Coins Tell Story of Mobile Temples

By Barry McNamara

MONMOUTH, ILLINOIS (November 3, 2026) — In the ancient world, a chief form of advertising was coins. New construction, major religious events or — combining both — new temples were frequently depicted on ancient coins.

Few coins, however, shed light on that period that hasn't already been shined, but there is an exception, which guest speaker Jane Sancinito will discuss in the next archaeology lecture at Monmouth College.

03 Nov 2026

Lighting on the Commons Returns November 21 for a Holiday Tradition in Downtown Moline

By Jennifer Smith

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (November 3, 2026) — The holiday season officially lights up downtown Moline on Saturday, November 21, as Lighting on the Commons returns to John Deere Commons for its 29th year.

The free, family-friendly celebration takes place 3:30-6PM at the John Deere Pavilion, 1400 River Drive, immediately following Moline Centre's Holiday Hop.

03 Nov 2026

Vera French Names Deanna Solis as Chief Operating Officer

By Korinne Betker

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 3, 2026) — Vera French Community Mental Health Center has named Deanna Solis LISW, as its next Chief Operating Officer. Solis officially joined Vera French on Monday, November 2, 2026.

02 Nov 2026

Farmers, Ag Professionals Invited to Beginner and Intermediate Grain Marketing Workshop January 5–6

By Becky King

AMES, IOWA (November 2, 2026) — The Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Farm Business Management Team invites farmers and agriculture professionals to a Grain Marketing Workshop in Peosta, January 5–6, 2027. The two-day workshop is designed for participants of all experience levels, from those with limited or intermediate skills to seasoned, successful grain marketers.

02 Nov 2026

Make Time for You: Des Moines University (DMU) Clinic's "Power Your Life" Symposium Returns January 23

By Denise Lamphier

DES MOINES, IOWA (November 2, 2026) — Between careers, families and everyday responsibilities, finding time to focus on personal health can be a challenge.

02 Nov 2026

Davenport Schools Foundation Opens 2027 Scholarship Applications

By Sarah Ott

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 2, 2026) – The Davenport Schools Foundation is pleased to announce that the application process for its 2027 scholarship program officially opened on November 1, 2026.

Graduating seniors from Davenport Community School District high schools are encouraged to apply for over 89 scholarships totaling more than $177,000 in financial awards.

02 Nov 2026

Bettendorf Schools Invite 2027-28 Kindergarten Families to “Kindergarten Sneak Peek” November 4

By Merit Pages

BETTENDORF, IOWA (November 2, 2026) — Bettendorf Community School District is inviting families of incoming kindergarten students to attend Kindergarten Sneak Peek, a special event designed to help children and parents feel confident and excited about the start of school.

02 Nov 2026

Las Vegas Headliners “The Bronx Wanderers” Coming to the Adler Theatre Saturday, May 29, 2027

By Danielle Smith

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 2, 2026) — The Bronx Wanderers are a high-energy, multi-generational musical powerhouse featuring a father, his two sons, and their closest friends delivering an unforgettable night of hits, heart, and humor.

02 Nov 2026

Over $900,000 in Community Foundation Scholarships Available for 2027

By Megan Wright

BETTENDORF, IOWA (November 2, 2026) — Applications for Quad Cities Community Foundation scholarships are now open for 2027. Thanks to generous donors, students can apply for sixty scholarships totaling more than $900,000 in financial support to pursue education.

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