The
Silvis Library, 105 8th St., will host an
antiques appraisal from 1-4 p.m. with accredited appraiser Terri Applegate. Each person will be allowed one appraisal, and up to two more items if time permits (no firearms or weaponry). Call (309) 755-0016 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Art From the Heart for the Clinton Humane Society will be held from 5-8 p.m. at the old firehouse building, 912 4th St., Fulton. It will include a silent art auction, gourmet snacks, and "cattails." Admission is $20; $15 in advance. Call (309) 737-059 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
I AM Productions LLC will hold
auditions for Issues of Life from 6-9 p.m. Friday; 2-6 p.m. Saturday in the Hospitality Room,
Radisson Quad City Plaza Hotel, 111 E. 2nd St., Davenport. Needed are actors and singers ages 20 and up. Prepare a 3-minute monologue and 2-minute song. Call (740) 262-0452 for details.
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Friday, February 3, 2012; Saturday, February 4, 2012
Cantilena Augustana, Wennerberg Men's Chorus, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, and Ascension Singers will perform for the
Augustana Four Choirs concert at 4 p.m. at Centennial Hall,
Augustana College, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island. Call (309) 794-7306 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
New Ground Theatre will present
Bad Habits, one-act plays by Quad-Cities playwrights, at the Village Theatre, 2113 11th St., Davenport. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. The shows are
Bad Habits by Ann Boaden,
Her Story by Michael Callahan,
Malnati Monday by Christopher Edward Moss, and
Dr. Quinn by Devin Hansen. Tickets are $18; $15 for ages 55 and up and students. Call (563) 326-7529 for details.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012; Friday, January 20, 2012; Saturday, January 21, 2012; Sunday, January 22, 2012; Thursday, January 26, 2012; Friday, January 27, 2012; Saturday, January 28, 2012; Sunday, January 29, 2012; Thursday, February 2, 2012; Friday, February 3, 2012; Saturday, February 4, 2012; Sunday, February 5, 2012
The Home and School Association will host the annual
basket raffle dinner fundraiser for Jordan Catholic School at 5 p.m. at Farrell Hall,
St. Pius X Catholic Church, 2901 24th St., Rock Island. It also will include kids' games and a silent auction. Cost is $5; $2 for kids. Proceeds will go toward SMART Boards for classrooms. Call (309) 793-7350 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
A
Belgian waffle breakfast will be served from 7:30-11 a.m. at the
Center for Belgian Culture, 712 18th Ave., Moline. Also, the Kleine Winkel (Little Shop) will be open. Belgian lace makers will be at the center from 1-4 p.m. Call (309) 762-0167 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
A
benefit for Tony Mlekush will be held from 3-11:30 p.m. at The Main Event, 3819 State St., Bettendorf. It will include karaoke, raffles, and a silent auction. Mr. Mlekush has been diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer which has metastasized to his brain. Call (309) 762-1554 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Ballet Quad Cities will hold
Bowling to Banish Bullies from 6-10:30 p.m. at
Blackhawk Bowl & Martini Lounge, Hotel Blackhawk, 200 E. 3rd St., Davenport. Cost is $10 for spectators; $40 to bowl (includes game, shoes, heavy appetizers, two drink tickets, and a goodie bag). Proceeds will benefit Ballet Quad Cities' anti-bullying program for schools. Call (309) 786-3779 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
ComedySportz Quad Cities will perform improv at 7 p.m. at the
Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island. Food and drink will be available. Tickets are $12; $10 in advance. Call (309) 786-1111 or
email for details.
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Every Friday, Saturday,
The District Theatre, 1611 2nd Ave., Rock Island, will present the musical
Company (book by George Furth; music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim). Showtimes are 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $15; pay-what-you-can Feb. 2. Call (309) 235-1654 for details.
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Thursday, February 2, 2012; Friday, February 3, 2012; Saturday, February 4, 2012; Sunday, February 5, 2012; Friday, February 10, 2012; Saturday, February 11, 2012; Sunday, February 12, 2012; Friday, February 17, 2012; Saturday, February 18, 2012
Cosmic will play from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at the
11th Street Precinct Bar & Grill, 2108 E. 11th St., Davenport. Call (563) 324-9545 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Double D and The Sensations will play from 8 p.m.-midnight at the
Edje Nightclub, Jumer's Casino & Hotel, I-280 and IL-92, Rock Island. Call (309) 756-4600 for details.
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Friday, February 3, 2012; Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, will host
Dueling Pianos for ages 21 and up. Food and drink will be available. Cover is $5; free for ComedySportz patrons. Call (309) 786-1111 or
email for details.
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Every Friday, Saturday,
The Army Corps of Engineers offers
Eagle Watch and Clock Tower tours from 9:30-11 a.m. and 12:30-2 p.m., Jan. 14-Feb. 12. Tours are conducted from the
Mississippi River Visitor's Center at Locks and Dam 15, on the west end of the Rock Island Arsenal. Visitors must be able to climb several flights of stairs. The Tower is not heated. An adult must accompany ages 11 and under. Visitors should allow 15 minutes extra for vehicle security checks; those 17 and up must show a photo ID. Reservations are recommended; call (309) 794-5338 for details.
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Every Sunday, Saturday,
An
eagle watch with the Quad City Audubon Society will be held from noon-3 p.m. at the
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Call (309) 799-7192 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
The 10th annual
Fiesta for the Miss Blackhawk Valley Scholarship Program will be held from 6-9:30 p.m. at American Legion Post 246, 1623 15th St., Moline. A taco dinner and homemade dessert will be served.
The Mike Blomme Combo will provide music. Admission is $10; free for ages 4 and under. Call (309) 762-0884 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, will host
Fins and Feathers Family Day from 1-4 p.m. Call (563) 326-7804 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Ghost Science,
nuLove,
Matt Kylestewa, and
Hypntik will perform at 9 p.m. at the
Redstone Room, River Music Experience, 129 Main St., Davenport. Tickets are $5. Call (563) 326-1333 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Davenport Library, 6000 Eastern Ave., will host
Gourmet Chocolate Tasting for adults at 2 p.m. Registration required; call (563) 326-7832 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, will present the musical
Grease by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey from Jan. 13-March 3. There are evening performances on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and matinees on Wednesdays.
See the website for times and ticket prices. For tickets, call (309) 786-7733, ext. 2 or
order online.
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Every Sunday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday,
Hairball: A Celebration of Arena Rock will begin at 8 p.m. at the
RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport.
E11eventh Hour will open. Tickets are $22; $17 in advance; $13 Jan. 13-16. Call (800) 745-3000 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The annual
Hearts and Followers Snow Ball dinner and dance will be held at the Believers Together Center,
Christ the King Catholic Church, 3209 60th St., Moline. Cocktail hour starts at 5:30 p.m.; dinner is at 6:30 p.m.; the floor show starts at 7:15 p.m.; dancing will be from 9:30-11 p.m.
Peter Oprisko will perform. There also will be a cash raffle and silent and live auctions. Tickets are $50. Reservations are required by Jan. 27.
A form is available online. Call (309) 762-4634 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The drama
How I Learned to Drive by Paula Vogel will be presented at Potter Theatre, Bergendoff Hall,
Augustana College, 3701 7th Ave., Rock Island. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 1:30 p.m. Sunday. The play is not recommended for children. Mike Tendall from the Student Counseling Office will participate with the cast in a talkback after the Jan. 27 performance. The Women and Gender Studies department will host a reception and talkback with Dr. Jane Simonsen after the Feb. 4 performance. Tickets are $11; $9 for seniors and students,
and are available online. Call (309) 794-7306 for details.
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Friday, January 27, 2012; Saturday, January 28, 2012; Sunday, January 29, 2012; Friday, February 3, 2012; Saturday, February 4, 2012; Sunday, February 5, 2012
The male revue
Hunks: The Show will begin at 8 p.m. at
Rhythm City Casino, 101 W. River Drive, Davenport. Tickets are $10; free for Super Star members. Call (563) 441-7000 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012; Saturday, February 18, 2012
The 10th annual
International Food Festival will be held from 5-7 p.m. at the
Augustana College Center, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island. It is an all-you-can-eat buffet of 45 international dishes.
See the menu online. Tickets are $12.50; $7 for children,
and are available online. Call (309) 794-7306 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Jim the Mule will play at
Bent River Brewing Company, 1413 5th Ave., Moline. Call (309) 797-2722 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The Karry Outz will play from 9 p.m.-midnight at
The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St., Bettendorf. Call (563) 355-0655 or
email for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Lee Blackmon will play from 8-11 p.m. at
The Grape Life, 3402 Elmore Ave., Davenport. Call (563) 355-7070 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Mississippi Valley Country Dance Association will host a
country-western dance at 7 p.m. at the Square & Round Dance Hall, 323 1/2 17th St., Bettendorf. Admission is $7. Call (309) 299-3116 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Drive, Bettendorf, will host
Mouse Mania from 1-3 p.m. Make a mouse squeaker, do mechanical mini races, and catapult fake cheese. Free with admission ($7; $4 for ages 60 and up, ages 1-2, active military personnel, spouse, and children residing in the household; free for under age 1). Call (563) 344-4106 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The film
Night of the Living Dead will be shown at 10:30 p.m. at
Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave., Rock Island. It is director George A. Romero's birthday.
Email for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
On Distant Shores,
Avian Swarm, and
Womprat will play at 9 p.m. at the
Rock Island Brewing Company, 1815 2nd Ave. Cover is $4. Call (309) 793-1999 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The Premium $ellouts will play from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at
Mulligan's Valley Pub, 310 W. 1st Ave., Coal Valley. Call (309) 799-7515 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Quad City Mallards will play the
Bloomington Blaze at 7:05 p.m. at the
i wireless Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline.
See the website for ticket information, or call (800) 745-3000.
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011; Friday, November 18, 2011; Tuesday, December 20, 2011; Saturday, February 4, 2012; Saturday, March 24, 2012
The
River Prairie Minstrels will perform from 6-8:30 p.m. on the Community Stage,
River Music Experience, 129 Main St., Davenport. Donations will be accepted to support educational programming at RME. Call (563) 326-1333 or
email for details.
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Saturday, January 7, 2012; Saturday, February 4, 2012
The 55th annual
Rock Island Antique Show will be held at VFW Post 1303, 3715 9th St., Rock Island. Hours are 5-9 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $3. The VFW Ladies' Auxiliary will sell food. Call (309) 781-7003 or
email for details.
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Friday, February 3, 2012 to Sunday, February 5, 2012
Russ Reyman will play from 7-10 p.m. at
The Phoenix of Davenport, 111 W. 2nd St. Call (563) 323-2345 or
email for details.
Map Free.
Every Saturday,
The Blacklist, an improv comedy troupe, will perform
Shots and Giggles for ages 21 and up at
The Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island. Two comedians will perform at 9 p.m.; the improv show begins at 10 p.m. Tickets are $10. Call (309) 786-7733, ext. 2 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012; Friday, March 2, 2012; Saturday, April 7, 2012; Saturday, May 5, 2012
Smooth Groove will play at
Martini's on the Rock, 4619 34th St., Rock Island. Call (309) 732-1631 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Tapped Out! will play at 9 p.m. at Generations Bar & Grill, 4100 4th Ave., Moline. Call (309) 757-1331 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012; Saturday, April 28, 2012; Saturday, June 16, 2012; Saturday, August 25, 2012
The
Texas Hold 'em Tournament and Sponsors' Gala for The Arc of the Quad Cities Area will be held at
Jumer's Casino & Hotel, I-280 and IL-92, Rock Island. Sessions begin at noon and 5 p.m.; final round begins at 9 p.m. There is a $60 buy-in; $30 rebuy. Reservations required; call (309) 786-6474, ext. 171 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The film
Thomas and Friends: Day of the Diesels will begin at 9 a.m. at the
Putnam Museum Giant Screen Theater, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. This
KidToons program includes related activities geared for children under 8, but all are welcome. Admission is $7; $10 for kids 2 and up. Registration required; call (563) 324-1933, ext. 242 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012; Saturday, February 11, 2012; Saturday, February 18, 2012
Trivia Night for the Colona MAPPING Project will be held at Indian Trails Resort Clubhouse, 5775 Poppy Garden Road, Colona. Doors will open at 6 p.m.; play starts at 7 p.m. Bring snacks and drinks; alcohol will be allowed. Mulligans will be sold, and there also will be a 50/50 drawing. Cost is $10 per person; teams of six-eight. Proceeds will go toward the fee for the Illinois Institute of Rural Affairs staff who provide the facilitation, guidance and technical support for the Management and Planning Programs Involving Non-metropolitan Groups Project. Call (309) 912-9495 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
A
Trivia Night for the Illinois District 5 Little League will begin at 6 p.m. at Highland Park Bowl, 4204 Avenue of the Cities, Moline.
A registration form is available online. Call (309) 721-1646 or (309) 235-1241 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
A
Trivia Night for the QC Shockers will be held at American Legion Post 227, 829 16th Ave., East Moline. Doors open at 6 p.m.; play starts at 7 p.m. Top three teams get prizes. Bring snacks; cash bar available. There will be a 50/50 drawing, door prizes, and raffles. Cost is $10 per person; teams of eight. Call (309) 314-1415 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
A
Trivia Night for the Rock Island Music Association will be held at
Rock Island High School, 1400 25th Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m.; play begins at 7 p.m. Mulligans and round doublers will be available. There also will be a 50/50 drawing. Bring snacks; concessions will be available for purchase. Cost is $10 per person; teams of up to eight. Proceeds will benefit music education in the RI/Milan School District. Call (309) 786-4142 or
email for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
Twin Rivers will play at
Skinny Legs BBQ, 2020 W. 1st St., Milan. Call (309) 787-1117 for details.
Map Free.
Saturday, February 4, 2012
The 23rd annual
Wendy's Chili Golf Open will be held from 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at
Credit Island Golf Course, 2200 W. River Drive, Davenport. Chili will be served. Concessions will be available. Cost is $15 and one non-perishable food item for a local food pantry.
A registration form is available online. Call (563) 328-7275 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport will show the film
The White Rose at 4 p.m. It is shown in conjunction with the exhibit
The White Rose at the
German American Heritage Center Admission is $5; free for students. Call (563) 322-8844 for details.
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Saturday, February 4, 2012
The
Zither Music Ensemble will perform at 10 a.m. Saturdays (except holidays) at the
German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport. Free with admission. Call (563) 322-8844 or
email for details.
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