COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (February 24, 2025) — Gather your friends or come to make some friends as you enjoy your favorite wine while learning about endangered African painted dogs and how to paint them during this special Wine and Design. All skill levels are welcome! You don't have to be an artist to enjoy learning. Join us on Friday, March 21, 6-8:30PM, to please your palate while using your palette!

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (February 4, 2025) — Join Visit Quad Cities on Tuesday, February 11, at Iron Tee Golf for a lunch program examining the evolving world of sports tourism and 

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (February 3, 2025) Join us for fun, interactive learning experiences that your child won't soon forget! Throughout our six classes, your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late! They will hear animal stories, make creative crafts, and see amazing animals on exclusive tours.

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (December 20, 2024) As most are likely aware by now, Niabi Zoo experienced significant damage to facilities and infrastructure due to heavy snowfall in January 2024. Repairs and construction have taken place throughout the entire 2024 season. Major accomplishments include a completely new roof for the rhino barn, the replacement of the roof structure of the animal encounters exhibit, and the gutters were replaced on most buildings.

DES MOINES, IOWA (November 16, 2024) — From the very start, Fairgoers have cherished souvenirs from their visits to the iconic Iowa State Fair. The Blue Ribbon Foundation, a non-profit organization, continues this tradition by offering a variety of souvenirs as part of our fundraising efforts. The Blue Ribbon Foundation is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the historic Iowa State Fairgrounds.

DIXON, IOWA (August 20, 2024) — On Saturday, September 14, 2024, 9-11AM, there will be a Monarch Migration Fun Run held at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center in Dixon, Iowa.

The Fourth Annual Monarch Migration Fun Run will benefit the Friends of the Wapsi Center.

This self-timed 5K Trail Run will take you through the upland and bottomland forests and the prairies of the Wapsi River Center.

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (August 23, 2024) — We are celebrating Painted Dog Day on Saturday, August 24, at the Zoo, 10AM-4PM. Conservation Educators will be hosting activity tables at the 2 Painted Dog habitat overlook decks for you and your family to have fun while learning about this endangered species.

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (August 20, 2024) — Visit Quad Cities announced on Monday a new addition to its self-guided destination products: 

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