14 Aug 2014

Jewish Film Festival at The Putnam

By Glenn Kass

Presented by the Jewish Federation of the Quad Cities at the Putnam Giant Screen Theater, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport

Admission: Adults - $7; Seniors (60+) & Military - $6; Students - Free.

All films have won multiple awards and all have adult content. For more info, contact (309) 793-1300 or aross@jfqc.org

The German Doctor Sunday, Sept. 7, 4:00 pm

Patagonia, 1960. A German doctor meets an Argentinean family and follows them on a long desert road to a small town where the family will be starting a new life. Eva, Enzo, and their three children welcome the doctor into their home and entrust their young daughter, Lilith, to his care, not knowing that they are harboring one of the most dangerous criminals in the world. At the same time, Israeli agents are desperately looking to bring the German doctor to justice.
94 minutes - Hebrew/Spanish/German - Thriller/Drama - PG 13 (2013)

Aftermath Sunday, Sept. 14, 4:00 pm

Franek and Jozek Kalina, sons of a poor farmer, are brothers from a small village in central Poland. Franek immigrated to the United States in the 80's, and cut all ties with his family. Only when Jozek's wife arrives in the US, without explanation, does Franek finally return to his homeland. Franek discovers that Jozek has been ostracized from the community, and constantly receives various threats. As Franek and Jozek struggle to rebuild their relationship, they are drawn into a gothic tale of intrigue. The two brothers eventually uncover a dark secret that forces them to confront the history of their family and their hometown.
104 minutes - Polish - Thriller/Drama - NR (Adult Content) (2013)

Igor & the Cranes' Journey Sunday, Sept. 21, 4:00 pm

Since his parents' divorce, 11-year-old Igor cherishes yearly visits to the Russian countryside to see his dad, Peter, a world-renowned crane specialist. On an expedition, Igor witnesses the birth of hatchling Karl, and vows to watch over him. But when Igor's mom decides to emigrate to Israel, Igor is forced to leave everything behind. Feeling lost and needing his dad more than ever, Igor connects through his father's video blog on the migration patterns of a family of cranes flying from Russia to Africa. In an attempt to draw his father closer and earn acceptance from his classmates, Igor comes up with an extraordinary plan to build a watering hole for Karl and the cranes' stopover in Israel.
90 minutes - Hebrew/Polish/Russian - Family/Adventure - PG-13 (2012)

13 Aug 2014

Rock Island Library Starts "Last Call Book Club" Next Tuesday

By Lisa Lockheart

Off-Site Book Club for Adults Blends Cocktails & Reading

Rock Island, IL: If you're the type of reader who likes to enjoy the occasional cocktail while discussing books with friends, the Rock Island Public Library has a brand new book club for you.

The first meeting of the Rock Island Library's new Last Call Book Club is 7:00 pm next Tuesday, Aug. 19 at Icons Martini Bar, 124 18th Street, Rock Island. Interested members age 21 and older will meet to select a list of books for future discussions, and obtain a free copy of the September read, which is The Ocean at the end of the Lane, by Neil Gaiman.

The club meets on the third Tuesday of each month in the back room of Icons. Participants are welcome to bring dinner or snacks. Drinks will be available for purchase. There is no charge to join the book club.

For information about future selections in the Last Call Book Club, call 309-732-READ, or check the library's online calendar at www.rockislandlibrary.org.

For more events at Rock Island Public Libraries, visit the library website, follow the library on Facebook or Twitter, or sign up for free email newsletters.

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Founded in 1872, the Rock Island Public Library serves the area through three locations, which include the Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches, community outreach efforts, and online opportunities that provide resources to enhance personal achievement and stimulate the imagination.

12 Aug 2014

Second Baptist Church of Rock Island Celebrates 141st Church Anniversary - "A Time Of Celebration", Sunday, August 24, 2014

By Rick Martin

Rock Island, IL, August 11, 2014: Pastor Joseph D. Williamson III and the members of Second Baptist Church, 919 6th Avenue, Rock Island invite our family, friends, and the community to join us in celebrating its 141st Church Anniversary! This is a major milestone in the life of Second Baptist Church! The theme is "A Time of Celebration" taken from Luke 16:22-24.

The 141st Anniversary Celebration begins at the 8:00 & 10:45 a.m. worship services with our special guest Rev. Joseph Tracy of Straightway Baptist Church, East St. Louis, Illinois. The Rev. Lawrence D. Anderson and congregation of Second Baptist Church, Kewanee, Illinois will be the special guests at the 3:00 p.m. services.

Join us in celebrating the Second Baptist Church 141st Anniversary on Sunday, August 24th at 8:00 and 10:45 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Every Praise is to our God for keeping us daily and sustaining our church family for 141 years!

For more information, contact the church at (309) 788-0677. Rev. Joseph D. Williamson III, Pastor

12 Aug 2014

Evolutionary Evangelists Issue a "Call to Greatness"

By Rick Martin

Bestselling author and evolutionary theologian Rev. Michael Dowd will present "The Future is Calling Us to Greatness" on Tuesday, August 26th at 7:00pm at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities, 3707 Eastern Avenue in Davenport. Rev. Dowd and his wife, Connie Barlow - an acclaimed science writer and gifted evolutionary educator - are travelling across the country accompanying the Great March for Climate Action. The goal of the coast-to-coast march is to raise awareness and inspire action to resolve the climate crisis. Rev. Dowd will also be presenting a worship service at the Unitarian Universalist church on Sunday, August 24th at 11:00am. Both events are being offered free of charge.

Rev. Michael Dowd's bridge-building book, Thank God for Evolution: How the Marriage of Science and Religion Will Transform Your Life and Our World, has been endorsed by six Nobel Prize-winning scientists, noted skeptics, and by religious leaders across the spectrum. Michael's 2012 TEDx talk, a program he delivered at the United Nations, and a New Hampshire Public Television documentary on his science-honoring message have also been well-received. Michael and Connie's work has been featured in The New York Times, LA Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Newsweek, Wired, Skeptic, Discover, and on CNN, ABC News, and Fox News.

Since 2002, Michael Dowd and Connie Barlow have crisscrossed North America and have addressed more than 1,800 religious and secular groups. They focus on meaningful and inspiring interpretations of big history, human nature, death, and climate change.

Michael and Connie's passion is sharing the inspiring side of science in ways that offer practical tools for living and inspiration for taking personal and collective action regarding climate change. The couple live permanently on the road, teaching and preaching an awe-inspiring, inclusive, science-based message of hope and possibility in churches and living rooms as well as in public and private schools all across North America.

"Humans, unwittingly, have become a planetary force. We are changing, irreversibly, the very climate of our world. Henceforth, any actions we take as individuals and societies will be done in the new light of climate change," says Dowd. "What vision will carry us forward through such times and inspire us to work together? "

The mission of our Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities (UUCQC) is to create a vibrant, welcoming, diverse church family which embraces individual searches for meaning and devotes itself to community good. For more information about the UUCQC visit www.uucqc.org.

For more information about Michael Dowd, visit www.thegreatstory.org/itinerary.html

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12 Aug 2014

Love Without Borders

By Rev. Rich Hendricks

12 Aug 2014

Pints For Preservation Tops List Of Niabi Zoo Upcoming Events

By Robert Jackson Jr.

4TH ANNUAL BEER AND WINE TASTING

FRIDAY NIGHT, SEPTEMBER 5

Gather your friends for Pints and spend the evening strolling through the zoo as you sample beer, wine and spirits from around the world.

New for 2014

Some of your favorite local restaurants are on board to offer FREE appetizers with your drink samples. Pairings are being finalized now and the food stations will be spread throughout the zoo with the drink stations.

Members get discounted tickets and six pack tickets are available at a reduced rate. Don't miss this popular 21 and older event, expected to draw 1,000 guests this year. Tickets are now on sale and the event has sold out in the past.

BIG CAT ENCOUNTER

Experience the zoo in a whole new way with a Niabi Big Cat Encounter! During your personal tour of the big cat exhibit, you'll discover how our keepers take care of these amazing animals. We'll then head behind the scenes into the big cat house to see a few of the cats up-close and watch a training session with the keepers and the cats. This one of a kind experience ends with a picture to always remember the closest you'll ever want to get to a big cat!

Duration: Approximately 30 minutes

Times offered: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11:00 a.m. Reservations required

Maximum: 4 participants Minimum: 2 participants

Cost: $45/person (includes zoo admission) $40 for members

Children ages 10 and up are permitted with a paying adult.

Youth over the age of 15 are permitted to tour solo, with the written permission of an adult or guardian.

Your tour guide will also act as your own personal photographer during th experience. Following your experience, a high-res photo of one of the big cats and a certificate will be mailed to you. No personal cameras or videos permitted. You must wear closed toed shoes! All participants must sign a liability waiver.

PLEASE NOTE: Programs involving zoo animals are subject to change or cancellation based on animal needs. However, every effort will be made to offer alternate areas to explore or a rescheduled tour.

11 Aug 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 08/08/2014

By LeClaire Chamber

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENT!

August 12^TH - McDonalds, LeClaire - Breakfast, 8:00 a.m. Everyone Welcome!

NOTICE

The Business Fair sponsored by the LeClaire Community Library and the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce scheduled for August 12^th has been postponed until October 9^th. Details to come.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

LeClaire's Riverfront Farmers' Market - May-Oct - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee. Fresh, organic produce, sweet corn, baked goods, kettle corn, wood fire pizza, and much more!

Associated Real Estate Counselors - 532 N. Cody Road, LeClaire. Established by Norm Nielsen with the intention of serving the real estate needs of individuals, families and businesses in Iowa. We have offices in LeClaire, Bellevue, DeWitt and Preston. 563-289-5500. www.associated-re.com

Isabel Bloom - Now Open in LeClaire! 103 S. Cody Road - Unique original sculptures for your homes, offices and gift-giving pleasure! All Isabel Bloom sculptures are designed, cast in concrete and hand-finished in Davenport, Iowa, as they have been for over 60 years. Choose from many whimsical designs: children and families, playful animals, inspiring angels, home and garden statues and many seasonal favorites. www.ibloom.com - 563-729-1889

UPCOMING RIBBON CUTTINGS!

August 29^th - Isabel Bloom Ribbon Cutting 103 S. Cody Road, LeClaire - 12:30p.m. Come help Celebrate the Grand Opening! Everyone Welcome!

CHAMBER NEWSLETTER - SEPTEMBER 2014 - DEADLINE TODAY - 5 P.M.!

The September 2014 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode area!! Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.com, and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. Many of you signed up for each 2014 1/4ly issue and will get your 10% discount and may update your ad for September! Please let us know if you want changes to the ad you ran in June, 2014, or confirm you would like the same ad. No cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. If you would rather work with House of Print directly, send your ad to HouseofPrint@mchsi.com, and please copy LeClaireChamber@gmail.com Deadline August 8th, 5:00 p.m. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for FALL! If you have already confirmed your ad for September, thank you!

CALENDAR

August 7^th-9^th - TugFest! Defending Our Eagle - Salute to Our U.S. Military! Tug for a Cause - Proceeds go to The Wounded Warrior Project.

Friday:

Community Tailgate, LeClaire Baptist Church - 5p.m.
Parade - 6 p.m.
Bingo - South end of levee - 6-10:30 p.m. Sponsored by LeClaire Civic Club
VIP Sponsor Party - North end of levee - 7 p.m.
Live Music - North of 40 - 7:30 p.m.
Fireworks - 9:30 p.m.

Saturday:

Community Breakfast - LeClaire Civic Center - 7-11 a.m. Adults - $6, Children <10 years - $4; Biscuits and gravy, egg casserole, coffee, and milk. Public welcome, pay at the door!
5k Run/Walk - PV Jr. High - 8 a.m.
Kids' Tug - 11 a.m. (registration at 10 a.m.)
The Main Event! Tug-of-War across the Mississippi River from 12:30-2:30pm.
Bingo - South end of levee - noon-10:30 p.m. Sponsored by LeClaire Civic Club
Awards Ceremony - 3 p.m.
Bags Tournament - 3 p.m. (registration, 563-370-1650)
7 Sins Sideshow - 3 p.m., 7 p.m., and 9 p.m.
Live Music - Dirt Road Rockers - 4 p.m.
Live Music - Caught in the Act - 8 p.m.
Please visit www.tugfest.com for more information!

August 8^th - Wide River Winery - Live Music by Lojo Russo - 5-8 p.m.

August 9^th - LeClaire Riverfront Farmers' Market - Cancelled due to Tug Fest festivities. Will return August 16^th.

August 8th - Faithful Pilot Last reservation at 7:30/ Restaurant closes at 8:00

August 9th - Faithful Pilot - CLOSED for private event

August 9th- Bierstube Live Music The Fry Daddies 8pm-12am

August 10th - LeClaire Community Night, Modern Woodman Ball Park. Game time 5:00pm, River Bandits/Beloit Snappers. Mayor Bob Scannell will throw first pitch! A night to celebrate businesses and folks of Leclaire. Awards or special on-field recognition can be done followed by short video on mega-tron highlighting special places and faces in LeClaire filmed the week before. Businesses or groups interested in participating may contact Amanda Henzen, Account Executive and Director of Merchandise 563.333.2729 amandah@riverbandits.com

August 12th - Faithful Pilot - Tequila Tasting - $10.00 per person 5 different Tequilas and Chef Mexican inspired menu

August 12^th - Dr. Crystal's Chiropractic Care - Essential Oils Classes Beginning August 12^th and then every Tuesday at 5 p.m. Classes by Sara Bennion. 419 N. Cody Road, LeClaire. 480-567-4356. Visit mydoterra.com/sarabennion for more information

August 15th - Wide River Winery - Live Music by Flat Top - 5-8 p.m.

August 16^th - The River Valley Optimist Club Trivia Night LeClaire Civic Center. Raising money to support "Bring Out the Best in Kids" in the community. Funds go to a basketball clinic, preparing Backpacks for Kids to local elementary schools, participation in Kids Against Hunger, and offering scholarships and grants. Doors open 6:30pm, Trivia 7p.m. $10 per person, $50 minimum per table (max of 8 per table). 50/50 raffle, Mullligans, door prizes. Call Josselyn Smith at 563-723-1877 or email josselyn.e.smith@gmail.com to reserve a table!

August 18^th - Economic Development Meeting - 8 a.m. - LeClaire City Hall

August 21st - Faithful Pilot - Asian Fusion Dinner - $45.00 per person - 3 course with Asian inspired cocktails paired with it.

August 22^nd - First Central State Bank - LeClaire - Free Community Shred Day 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Paper products only.

August 22nd - Wide River Winery - Live Music by Unidynes - 5-8 p.m.

August 23rd - Diamond Dash - LeClaire

August 23^rd - Grappling on the Greens - 3^rd Annual Golf Tournament Benefiting Pleasant Valley/Five Point Wrestling Club. Sunrise Golf Course. Register by August 15^th or same day 7:30 a.m. Shotgun Start 8 a.m. $60 per person or $235 4 man team. 18 Hole 4 Man Best Shot Tourney. Grill-Out, Hole Prizes, Silent Auction, Bags Tournament for families and non-golfers, and more. Call 563-505-7650 or 563-940-0229 or email zahntrever@pleasval.k12.ia.us or scary1016@hotmail.com for more information about the outing and/or to be a sponsor!

August 23^rd - The Faithful Pilot will be open for lunch beginning at noon for Diamond Dash

August 25th - Faithful Pilot - Vino Vaso - $40.00 - A glass to paint, a glass to drink, and a glass to take home! Ticket includes Chefs cheese and crackers, and a FREE glass of wine. Tickets available at VINO/VASO's FACEBOOK page

August 27th - Bierstube Kooby's Karaoke 9p.m.-1a.m.

August 29^th- Isabel Bloom Ribbon Cutting - 103 S. Cody Road - 12:30p.m.

August 29th - Wide River Winery - Live Music The Whoosdads? - 5-8 p.m.

August 30th- Bierstube Live Music The Old 57's 9pm-1am

August 31st - Faithful Pilot Wine Tasting - $15.00 for 15 wines. 3:00-5:00, includes wine and chefs small bites

SAVE THE DATE

September 1^st - Faithful Pilot Closed for Labor Day

September 5^th - First Friday - LeClaire 5-8p.m.

Sept 14th - Faithful Pilot - PINOT PIG - A CHARITY HOG ROAST on the LeClaire Levee 12-4p.m. Why? Cuz it feels good to give back - NO KID HUNGRY Cost:$50.00 includes admittance, All U CAN Eat HOG ROAST with an organic hog coming from Rustik Rooster with farmer Karl Blake (From TV's Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern) and sides, live music from The Matriarchs, and $10.00 of your ticket sales goes to charity! Goal is to raise 2K *You do NOT need to be 21 to enter but will be wrist banded at the front gate.Tickets will be available at faithfulpilot.com and in the restaurant.

September 20^{th -} Twilight Riverboat Cruise 5 - 8 p.m. Tickets $45 per person - includes dinner and the cruise! The Twilight holds 140 people, so get tickets soon to reserve your spots. The tickets are available at First Central State Bank, LeClaire.

September 21^st - 50th ANNUAL FALL HARVEST DINNER - Silver Creek Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, LeClaire Masonic Center, 113 S. Cody Rd., LeClaire. Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Corn & Green Beans, Salads, Rolls & Butter, Deserts & Beverage. Donation of $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children under 10. Serving from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

September 24th- Bierstube Live Music from The Parrot Head Club & The Fry Daddies 7pm-11pm

FYI

Essential Oils Classes - Dr. Crystal's Chiropractic Care Beginning August 12th and then every Tuesday at 5 p.m. Classes by Sara Bennion. 419 N. Cody Road, LeClaire. 480-567-4356. Visit mydoterra.com/sarabennion for more information.

The LeClaire Riverfront Farmers Market would like to "spotlight" a different downtown business each week during its market on Saturdays from 3 - 6 p.m. No cost opportunity. Tent provided by LRFM. Electrical power can be arranged. Set-up is between 2 - 2:45 p.m., sales start at 3 p.m. and conclude at 6 p.m., rain or shine! Use the opportunity to showcase your business. No restrictions on "hand crafted," "American-made" or otherwise. It's your shop - feature and sell what you choose. Contact LeClaireRiverfrontFarmersMkt@gmail.com with preferred dates, and space needs (10x10 tent size limitation).

Faithful Pilot Wednesdays - Still 1/2 priced bottles wine night with Chef's special tapas menu *Coming Soon - Brunch & Lunch so look to our website and Facebook!

Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill, Princeton - Live Music Cody Road Unplugged. Wednesdays 6-9pm (no music Wednesday June 25 due to a scheduling conflict)

Kiddie Karrasel Academy has good news! We can accept up to 20 four year olds for the Statewide voluntary preK program for this fall at no additional charge to parents. Children must be four by Sept. 15. Please visit our website for more information. www.kiddiekarraselacademy.com or https://www.facebook.com/KiddieKarraselAcademy

Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

If you would like to attend a Chamber Board Meeting in order to present a topic, please contact the Board in advance at LeClaireChamber@gmail.com in order to be included an upcoming agenda. Board Meetings are held the 4^th Tuesday of each month.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

FREE MUSEUM ADMISSION FOR FAMILIES OF ACTIVE MILITARY THROUGH LABOR DAY 2014 The Buffalo Bill Museum is participating in the nation-wide "Blue Star Museum" project, "a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums across America to offer free admission to the nation's active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserves, from Memorial Day, May 26, 2014 through Labor Day, September 1, 2014.

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Men's group Saturday at 7:30 am at church; there are donuts, coffee, discussion and Bible Study, plus really great guys! What more could you ask?

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Look for us at TugFest! We have a new menu! And, check out our website: fpcleclaire.org

The LeClaire Community Library has a LOT going on! Contact LeClaire Community Library, 323 Wisconsin Street, LeClaire, IA 52753, (563)289-6002 or visit http://www.leclaire.lib.ia.us for more information!

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property Available - Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? Please contact the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, leclairechamber@gmail.com, with a property description, complete contact information including phone numbers and rental or purchase pricing.

LeClaire Events Coming Up!

May-Oct - LeClaire Riverfront Farmers' Market - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee

August 16 - Cars and Coffee on the Levee - begins at 8 a.m. - Bring your wheels!

August 23 - Diamond Dash

October 5th - Bierstube - Dogtoberfest

October 12- Apple Fest

December 5-7 - Christmas in LeClaire

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

August 12th - McDonald's - breakfast 8:00am

September 9th - Steventon's - evening 5:30 -7pm

October 14th - Faithful Pilot - lunch- noon

November 11th - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

December 9th - Subway - lunch - noon

11 Aug 2014

Raise a glass to Gilda's Club! 2014 Village of East Davenport Wine Walk

By Rick Martin

Village of East Davenport, IA - August 16, 2014 3-6pm

The 5thannual Village of East Davenport Wine Walk. Join us for this premier wine tasting event throughout the East Village and help support our Gilda's Club Quad Cities. Stop by one of the outside booths along 11th St., get a wristband with your $10.00 donation, pick up a map of over 20 participating stores all while listening to live music and let the sampling begin!

Every store has a different wine, most all wine are from local Iowa/Illinois wineries. The back parking lot of Camp McClelland Cellars/ Revolution in the Village (11th and Jersey Ridge Rd) will have reps from wineries serving wines that are not being served on the Wine Walk. Also in that lot will be live music and food being grilled. 11th St. from Jersey Ridge to Mound St. will have music in the street and safe walking to participating stores.

GO GREEN! Although sample cups are provided, we encourage participants to bring their own glass/cup. Gilda's Club also will have commemorative hand painted wine glasses for sale with proceeds going to Gilda's Club.

All proceeds from wristband sales will be given to Gilda's Club Quad Cities! Last year, attendance was over 1,000 participants enjoying this event raising over $10,000 for Gilda's Club here in Davenport! This event has quickly become a favorite for those enjoy wine as well as the charm of the East Village of Davenport!

Join us in the Village for a great cause and lots of fun! It's a party!!

Mike Bush is the marketing director for the Village of East Davenport and his wife owns Revolution in the Village (Womens' Fashion Consignments).

07 Aug 2014

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 8/7 - 8/13

By QC Chamber

The Quad-Cities' premiere musical festival featuring top national bands and award winning BBQ right on the Mississippi Riverfront is NEXT WEEK!! With headliners Los Lonely Boys, North Mississippi Allstars, Robert Randolph & the Family Band, and many more, River Roots Live is sure to make their 10th Anniversary one to remember. Come on down to LeClaire Park August 15 and 16 for live music, food & drink, and one heck of a good time.

After appearing at festivals such as Bonnaroo and Lollapalooza, The Devil Makes Three makes their return visit to the Redstone Room Wednesday for a show of high energy and good fun Come ready to hear a mix of bluegrass, folk, and country. On Saturday, local favorites The Blue Notes, The Mark Avey Band, and The Harris Collection gather round for a night of blues at RME. Don't forget about tomorrow's Friday Live at 5, too, featuring Minus Six.

Davenport welcomes an artist of unmatched lyrical creativity and universal appeal at the RiverCenter this weekend. With two hit singles, "Satellite" and "Love You" reaching over 2 million hits on YouTube, Kevin Gates is sure to impress at the RiverCenter tomorrow. Mark your calendars for the Quad City Strength & Fitness Expo taking place at the RiverCenter next weekend, too.

Get your network on this week starting tonight when The Network of Young Professionals host their Network at Night. On Tuesday, Find Your Passion during Network at Noon when Living Lands and Waters crew member, Mike Coyne-Logan, talks about LLW's mission and history.

Prepare yourself for a weekend of baseball. The Quad Cities River Bandits are home tonight through Sunday as they face the Beloit Snappers. With promotions like Thirst-Day Thursday, Fireworks Friday, Fan Appreciation Saturday, and Family Sunday, the River Bandits have quite a line-up for fans of all ages. If you're looking for a chance to get free tickets, stop by Bix Bistro in Hotel Blackhawk for lunch. For every $25 spent, you'll receive one GA ticket to a home game of your choice!

See you downtown!

This Week's Events: August 7 - 13

Thursday, August 7

Bar Wars Trivia

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 8:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

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