09 Dec 2019

United Way of the Quad Cities and Friendly House to Host Carson King for a Special Reading to Local Children

By Blake Friis

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 9, 2019) — As part of their ongoing efforts to highlight the importance of early education and volunteerism, United Way of the Quad Cities is hosting a special reading by Carson King, the young man who recently donated $3 million to University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital.

09 Dec 2019

Polar Express Pajama Parties to Bring Holiday Cheer to the Putnam Starting 12/12

By Kevin Smith

 

DAVENPORT, Iowa (Dec. 9, 2019) — A beloved Quad-Cities’ family tradition for more than ten years, the Polar Express Pajama Parties kick off Thursday, December 12, with four action-packed days of holiday fun and the timeless holiday movie at the Putnam Museum & Science Center.

The Putnam has scheduled 10 showings of “The Polar Express 3D” — the visually-stunning holiday classic, which will be brought to life on the GIANT Screen, towering six stories tall.

06 Dec 2019

Youth Apply Research and Robotics to Explore in FIRST ® LEGO® League & FIRST LEGO League Junior

By Pat Barnes

BETTENDORF, IOWA (December 6, 2019) — Creativity, engineering, and high energy will come together this weekend at the 11th Annual, Quad Cities — Davenport  

05 Dec 2019

First Presbyterian Church Christmas Concert 2019

By Matt Bishop

 

04 Dec 2019

News from The German-American Heritage Center (GAHC)

By German American Heritage Center

 

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 4, 2019) — 

Christkindlmarkt St Nicholas Dinner and Sneak Peek Party, December 6 @ 5-9PM

04 Dec 2019

Lyric Flute Trio at St Mark Lutheran Church on December 8

By Lisa Willey

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 3, 2019) — St Mark Lutheran Church (2363 W. 3rd Street, Davenport) is pleased to host the Lyric Flute Trio for a holiday concert at 11AM. The Lyric Trio (featuring Lisa Crews, Laura Paarmann, and Judy Steffen), joined by St Mark's organist Ross Jallo, will present a short concert of seasonal favorites. All music-lovers are welcome to join us for this festive occasion.

04 Dec 2019

Ridgecrest Foundation to Host a Family Fun Event, Ridgecrest Bowlfest, on March 28

By Carrie Dreifurst

DAVENPORT, IOWA (December 3, 2019) — The Ridgecrest Foundation proudly presents, Ridgecrest Bowlfest on March 28, 2020, at Leisure Lanes Bowling alley at 2802 West 73rd Street, Davenport, Iowa, 52806. The Ridgecrest Bowlfest begins at 1PM and will have 2 flights, pending interest. Teams will consist of 5 bowlers (any age), $100/team. There will also be raffles, 50/50, a silent auction, food, drinks, and a lot of fun.

03 Dec 2019

Celebrate Winter with Family-Friendly Activities and Performances at This Year’s Family Museum WinterFest

By Carissa Dewaele

BETTENDORF, IOWA (December 3, 2019) — The Family Museum will continue its tradition of seasonal, family-friendly activities with WinterFest on Sunday, December 8, from 12-5PM. Back by popular demand, guests will meet a real reindeer and visit with Santa and Mrs Claus!

03 Dec 2019

Interactive Movie and More Fun for December at Rock Island Library Locations

By Rock Island Public Library

 

Register now for our After-Holiday Interactive Movie!

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (December 2, 2019) — 

Home Alone, Friday, December 27

1-3PM, Rock Island Downtown Library

Community Room, 401 19th Street

27 Nov 2019

News from The German-American Heritage Center (GAHC)

By German American Heritage Center

DAVENPORT, IOWA (November 27, 2019) —

Sweet and Savory Saturdays, November 30 @ 11AM-1PM, Suzanne's Swiss Bakery

Join us at the GAHC on Sweet and Savory Saturdays in November from 11AM-1PM for a selection of pop-up vendors brightening up our gift shop with their delicious goods!

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