ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (July 14, 2026) — Please join us for a ribbon cutting Thursday, August 13, 2026, 4PM, for The Cultural Trust's new location at 100 19th Street, Suite 108/109, Rock Island, Illinois, 61201.After years of operating from donated space in Bettendorf, The Cultural Trust is moving into a new home in downtown Rock Island.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (July 14, 2026) — Please join us August 19, 2026, for Bettendorf Community School District's ribbon cutting.  It will take place at 5:30PM, located at 2030 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, Iowa, 52722.

LECLAIRE, IOWA (July 13, 2026) The Quad Cities’ British Auto Club will have their 39th Annual Heartland British Autofest in LeClaire, Iowa, on the Levee on Saturday, August 1. Each year, the event showcases a stunning array of classic British cars, including elegant Jaguars, Land Rovers, MGs, Triumphs, Austin Healeys, and Mini Coopers, among others.

ROCK FALLS, ILLINOIS (July 7, 2026) — Rock Falls Tourism invites everyone to another exciting Eats 'N' Beats at the District on Saturday, July 18, at the RB&W District Park, 201 E 2nd Street, Rock Falls. Get ready for an evening filled with great food, live rock music, and fun along the riverfront.

Food trucks will begin serving at 5PM and will feature some of your local favorites, including Brito's Grill, T&D BBQ, Kokomo's Shaved Ice, and Main Squeeze.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 30, 2026) — The City of Davenport is excited to announce the return of Party in the Park for summer 2026. Community members are invited to join City staff, local organizations, elected officials, and neighbors for a series of free community gatherings in parks across Davenport.

Party in the Park offers an opportunity for people of all ages to enjoy food, entertainment, games, and activities while exploring some of Davenport’s beautiful neighborhood parks.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — Think of it as Alternating Currents' afterglow.

The Cultural Trust and its six Legacy Partners invite the region to experience the inaugural Culture Bright Summer Series, an eight-day celebration designed to establish the Quad Cities as the most inclusive creative capital in the Midwest.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 25, 2026) — Cancer Support Community Iowa and NW Illinois invites families to take a Stay-Cation at Gilda’s Club Davenport! Spend a morning as a family, enjoying brunch, taking a ukulele lesson, and taking pictures with characters visiting from University of Iowa’s Moment of Magic on July 11, 10AM-12PM, at 1351 West Central Park Ave, Suite 200, Davenport.

Who says you need a plane ticket to have a blast? Join us for a morning of free, family friendly fun!

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 18, 2026) — A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on Monday, June 22, 3PM, to celebrate the opening of Pop the Cork (1500 River Drive, Moline).

Located at 1500 River Drive in downtown Moline, Pop the Cork is the newest wine lounge in the Quad Cities. The business was created with a vision to provide a sophisticated and relaxing atmosphere where guests can enjoy a glass of wine, discover new varieties and connect with friends.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (June 18, 2026) — The David R Collins Writers’ Conference (formerly known as the Mississippi Valley Writers’ Conference) will return to the campus of Augustana College this summer, June 24-27. We’ll be sharing complete info about the Conference here soon — please save the date and check follow us for more info so you can be among the first to get all Conference updates and info about all of our other programs and opportunities.

EAST MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 17, 2026) — Out of an abundance of caution due to today's inclement and severe weather, the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities and Northwest Illinois has been canceled A Taste on the River, originally scheduled for this evening, Wednesday, June 17, at the Bend XPO in East Moline.

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