A former grade-school teacher who, in his career as a standup, has performed alongside the likes of the Smothers Brothers, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, and George Jones, Seattle-based comedian Brad Upton headlines a May 2 standup show at Moline's Sound Conservatory, the popular touring presence famed for such TV specials as I'm Not Done Yet! and Will Be Funny for Money.

On May 3 and 4 at the University of Dubuque's Heritage Center, audiences are invited to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of one of the most beloved dance pieces of all time, with the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra's and Heartland Ballet's staged production of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake delivering themes of love, betrayal, and redemption that have made the work a perennial favorite in the ballet repertoire.

A fascinating exploration of both a well-known German-American blacksmith and a revolutionary addition to the transportation industry, Immigrant Innovators: The Fruehauf Trailer Company will be on display at Davenport's German American Heritage Center from March 23 through June 29, the exhibit offering insight into the company’s origins, its development over the decades, and its ultimate downfall after the Fruehauf family’s involvement.

With the exhibit inviting guests to learn stories of early immigrants and Quad City residents through historic artifacts, What's New? Recent Acquisitions to the Collection will be on display at Davenport's German American Heritage Center through June 1, this showcase of interesting items culled over the last six years including machines, hand-crafted furniture, textiles, medical equipment, and personal items from early Davenport homes.