DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 12, 2023) — Aprons have stories to tell if we are willing to listen. On Tuesday, May 16, 6:30PM, Fairmount, join us for a presentation that takes a nostalgic look at the fashion and function of aprons through the years with humor and bits of trivia thrown in for good measure. This presentation includes a fashionable display of different styles, fabrics, and designs along with other associated items.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 12, 2023) — Quad Cities Pride in Memory started as a project to capture oral histories from local LGBTQ+ seniors, telling their own stories in their own words. The sweep of this history from around 1960 to the present was so compelling that they decided to create panels which display this history and help explain major events during those years.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 8, 2023) — What is the Jewish experience in the Quad Cities? What are the beliefs, values and traditions upon which the Jewish faith is based? Join our program “Jewish Heritage in the QC” on Monday, May 15, 2PM, Main, as Rabbi Henry Karp explains.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 3, 2023) — Wondering how you are going to fill your days when you retire from work? Many people dream of staying in bed longer, but local author David Rash proves there is much more to do! David retired over thirteen years ago and has been wondering how he ever had time for work. Between writing a book, attending university, and traveling, David is enjoying his life to the fullest.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (April 27, 2023) — On April 28, Rock Action will host its yearly friend-raiser and fundraiser, Fish and Fire, at the Rock Island Holiday Inn, 5:30-8:30PM. The event includes the 24th Annual Eddy Awards and the 2023 Eddy Scholarship Winners.

ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (April 27, 2023) — Arrowhead Youth and Family Services will hold its annual auto auction and craft fair on May 20, 2023. A Quad City tradition, Arrowhead’s auction helps support the non-profit facility’s residential treatment for at-risk youth, ages 12 -21. In addition to the very popular vehicle auction, this year’s event will feature a craft show showcasing the talents of area crafters.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 25, 2023) — The Quad Cities Chamber presents Hob Nosh, 5-8PM, on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at the Bend XPO Center in East Moline. For the first time since 2018, the Chamber’s largest after-hours networking event returns where hundreds of local professionals will converge to connect with some of the region’s top leaders during a night of food and beverage tastings, live music, games, and prizes.

GENESEO, ILLINOIS (April 17, 2023) — The 2023 Geneseo Artwalk will take place Saturday, April 29, 2023, in Downtown Geneseo, Illinois. In addition to the 2023 Artwalk, the second mural of the Geneseo Mural Project will begin to come to life during the event as well. Geneseo will be full of art during the last weekend of April.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 13, 2023) — On Tuesday, April 18, 6:30PM, Fairmount, join us for a NAMI In Our Own Voice presentation. These presentations change attitudes, assumptions, and ideas about people with mental health conditions, and they provide a personal perspective of mental health conditions, as leaders with lived experience talk openly about what it's like to have a mental health condition.

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DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 12, 2023) — Davenport Public Library is excited to announce that we are embarking on a mission to bring vibrant new activities to the children's areas at all three locations and we need your help!

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