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American Lemmings and Crony Capitalism

from the same laws that bind the rest of A letter from high-ranking officials from us, providing ultimate protection from multiple agencies (to whom Section II prosecution for their criminal conduct. also applies), including the Department The primary mandate for government of Homeland Security, was sent to is no longer that of agency representation Congress and the administration, giving of the American people. Instead, Congress the excuse it needed to repeal continuity of the portion of the government has STOCK Act that gives Government become the underlying it any teeth (RCReader. justification for watchdogs dismiss com/y/letter). nearly all it does in The STOCK Act national-security makes it a crime for the 21st Century, disingenuously using personnel concerns as absurd government the mantle of Americas to engage in insider safety and security as and scaremongering. trading, especially its perfect cover for because legislators and replacing individual bureaucrats are privy to rights with a centralized model of sensitive, market-changing information governance. on a regular basis. Recall that in October On April 15, President Barack Obama 2012, the Washington Post published a signed into law S.716, repealing Section report that, among other things, showed II of the Stop Trading on Congressional that between 2004 and 2010, the median Knowledge (STOCK) Act of 2012, net worth of Congress rose 5 percent rationalizing that by making this while falling 39 percent for the average information more accessible to the public, American (RCReader.com/y/wealth). national security might be compromised. Section II requires Congress,
by Kathleen McCarthy km@rcreader.com
ts become a fascination to observe what I refer to as the American lemming effect. So far, government overreach no matter how egregious, harmful, dangerous, or in some cases lethal has elicited no discernible impact on the average Americans willingness to act for change. I wonder if most Americans believe there is some sort of undefined limit or invisible line that government will eventually reach that will magically trigger a halt to all the political and financial corruption that is prevailing in our nation. In the past decade alone, the abuse of power has reached an all-new high because we the people have been civically and politically idle. Our silence and immobility are our consent, delighting politicians, bureaucrats, and corporate executives beyond measure. Emboldened by the American peoples collective inertia, legislators, regulators, and the courts are continually creating laws and rules that exempt themselves
including staff, and senior-level employees of the executive branch to provide full disclosure of finances by filing electronically in a user-friendly, searchable, sortable database. Currently this same information is provided in paper form, but is only available in one location in DC, making it extremely difficult by design for the public to access, analyze, and track malfeasance. Government watchdogs such as the Sunlight Foundation and the Government Accountability Institute dismiss national-security concerns as absurd and scaremongering on the part of Washington insiders who have aligned to protect themselves from proper scrutiny (RCReader.com/y/sunlight). The Government Accountability Institutes president, Peter Schweizer, wrote the book Throw Them All Out, which provided the research that prompted the STOCK Act. The added disgrace is that it took Congress less than 30 seconds to pass this Continued On Page 47
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ILLINOIS POLITICS
Polls Show Both Major Parties Have an Uphill Struggle with Voters
by Rich Miller CapitolFax.com
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llinois Republican Party Chair Pat Brady resigned last week just as a new statewide poll showed big trouble for his political partys brand. Brady had been under pressure to resign ever since the disastrous 2012 elections. The pressure increased publicly after Brady announced his support for a gay-marriage bill. Multiple attempts to oust Brady were unsuccessful. The way forward is unclear, to say the least. Some party leaders have a list of more than 25 people to consider. This could easily turn out to be a total mess. And this all comes at a particularly bad time for the GOP. A new Capitol Fax/We Ask America poll found that 52 percent of likely Illinois voters have a negative view of the Republican Party. Just 25 percent have a positive view, while 24 percent were neutral. According to the poll of 1,036 likely voters taken May 6, 54 percent of women have a negative view of the GOP (just 24 percent positive), while 48 percent of men have a negative view (just 26 percent positive). The poll has a margin of error of 3 percent. And a mere 59 percent of self-identified Republicans have a positive view of the GOP, while 16 percent have a negative view and 25 percent are neutral a combined 41 percent un-positive. Not good. Perhaps more importantly, only 18 percent of independents have a positive view of the Republican Party, while 50 percent have a negative view. So its something of a miracle that Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka is still polling as well as she is. According to the survey, Topinka leads Democratic Lieutenant Governor Sheila Simon 45-38. A total of 24 percent of the calls were made to cell phones. Simon will likely run for attorney general if Lisa Madigan steps up to run for governor, but she has said she is eying the comptrollers race as well. Simon is the highest-profile Democrat to consider a bid against Topinka, so this may be a high-water mark for the Democrats. Topinka won her last race by 13 points in a very good year for the GOP. Topinka leads among independents by 12 big and important points. Her lead also pretty much matches Lisa Madigans lead over Dan Rutherford and Aaron Schock in a somewhat recent Public Policy Polling
Democrats clearly have an advantage with their base, but its still not all that wonderful.
survey. So shes doing quite well considering the serious headwinds. Topinka and Simon are essentially tied among women, but Topinka has a 53-34 lead among men. But the news isnt all that great for Democrats, either. A Capitol Fax/We Ask America poll of 1,057 likely Illinois voters taken May 8 showed that 42 percent have a negative view of the Democratic Party, while just 36 percent have a positive view. Thats not as bad as the GOP numbers, but it is certainly an indictment of the political landscape, my pollster told me. The polls margin of error is 3 percent. According to the poll, the Democratic Party is viewed positively by a plurality of women (43-37) and negatively by men (50-28), compared to the poll about the GOP that showed that both women and men viewed the Republican Party in a negative light. Independents tend to lean more conservative because so many of them are former Republicans who no longer want to be identified with the party. So the GOP has to do well with them to win. There are far more Democrats in this state than Republicans, but they arent a majority and must still be competitive with independents. And according to that poll, the Democrats arent doing so well with independents right now. A strong majority of independents, 56 percent, viewed the Democratic Party negatively, which is six points worse than the Republicans fared. Eighteen percent the same result as the GOP viewed the party positively. Sixty-seven percent of Democrats viewed their party in a positive light, compared to the 59 percent of Republicans who viewed their party positively. The Democrats clearly have an advantage with their base, but its still not all that wonderful. Just one region, Chicago, finds a majority positive view of the Democratic Party, with 56 percent positive and 23 percent negative. A 39-29 plurality of suburban Cook County voters view the Democratic Party in a positive light, while a 52-33 majority of collar-county voters and a 56-24 majority of Downstaters have a negative view of the Dems. Rich Miller also publishes Capitol Fax (a daily political newsletter) and CapitolFax.com.
2013 Summer Calendar

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FESTIVALS/MAJOR EVENTS VISUAL ARTS MUSIC LITERARY ARTS

May & June
MOVIES SPORTS OTHER EVENTS LECTURES
COURSES MEETINGS HEALTH SENIORS
FESTIVALS/MAJOR EVENTS
Dru Hill , R&B, soul, and gospel musicians in concert; $25-40; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 9pm Sat May 18. Quad Cities Criterium, annual District event featuring action bicycling with racers from around the world, food, family activities, and more; presented by the District in conjunction with the Quad Cities Bicycle Club; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, QuadCitiesCriterium.com, 8am Mon May 27. QC Pridefest, annual celebration of LGBT culture, featuring two stages of live entertainment, a childrens fun area, fireworks on Saturday evening, an Interfaith Service on Sunday, and 100+ food, art, craft and nonprofit vendor booths; $5 for both days; for information, call 563-676-6727 or simpboyd@ mchsi.com, Davenport Rainbow District, 2nd St., Davenport, IA, QCPride.org, 12pm Sat Jun 1 and Sun Jun 2. Smokey Robinson, classic hits with the Motown legend in his first Quad Cities appearance; $29.50-69.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 8pm Fri Jun 7. Gumbo Ya Ya, annual outdoor Mardi Gras celebration of featuring Cajun, zydeco, jazz, and blues music on two stages, vendors, food, and more; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, GumboYaYaFestival.com, Fri Jun 7 and Sat Jun 8. 19th Annual Rally on the River, annual celebration of motorcycle culture, with demonstrations, contests, concerts, vendors, and more; for information, call 800-563-5263, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, SturgisOnTheRiver.com, Wed Jun 12 thru Sat Jun 15. Juneteenth Festival, annual event held in conjunction with the anniversary of slaverys abolition, featuring live music, historical presentations, childrens activities, and more; for information, call 563-322-7363, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, QCJuneteenth.com, 11am Sat Jun 15. Chicago, concert with the legendary pop band; $35-65; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 8pm Mon Jun 17. Quad City Air Show 2013, annual aerial celebration featuring daily air shows held around noon, demonstrations, information booths, vendors, and more; $20-25 weekend pass; for information, call 563-322-7469, Davenport Municipal Airport, 9010 North Harrison Street, Davenport, IA, QuadCityAirShow.com, Sat Jun 22 and Sun Jun 23. Rock the District 2013: Here Come the Mummies, tightly wrapped rockers in an allages concert, with an opening set by The Brat
Pack; $20 advance tickets; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 6pm Fri Jun 28. Rock the District 2013: Theory of a Deadman, Canadian rockers in concert, with performances by 3 Years Hollow, Candlelight Red, and 3 Pill Morning; 6pm gates; $30; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict. com, 6pm Sat Jun 29.
July
Red, White, and Boom!, annual Fourth of July celebration featuring fireworks, vendors, childrens activities, and more; free, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, DowntownDavenport.com, 6pm Wed Jul 3. Red, White, and Boom!, annual Fourth of July celebration featuring fireworks, vendors, childrens activities, and more; free; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of August & September Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict. com, 6pm Wed Jul 3. 2013 Mississippi Valley Fair, annual 2013 Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, outdoor event featuring rides, games, vendors, annual jazz weekend with concerts on the tent competitions, parades, and grandstand acts and bandshell stages, including Toby blues and BlueSKool Keith, Uncle Kracker, workshops, a photo Lynyrd Skynyrd; for exhibit, vendors, information, call 563and more; $15-20; 326-5338, Mississippi for information, call Valley Fairgrounds, 563-322-5837 or 2815 W. Locust e-mail mvbs@mvbs. St, Davenport, IA, org, LeClaire Park, MVFair.com, Thu Aug River Dr & Ripley St, 1 thru Sun Aug 4. Davenport, IA, MVBS. Bix Beiderbecke org, Thu Jul 4 thru Memorial Jazz Sat Jul 6. Festival, annual 80/35 Music The Trocks @ Civic Center of Greater Des Moines May 21 celebration of jazz Festival, annual great and Davenport music festival featuring dozens of acts native Beiderbecke, with concerts at downtown performing on several stages; $39-150/day, venues, workshops, a blues photography exhibit, Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, 80-35. and more; for information, call 563-326-1732, com, Fri Jul 5 and Sat Jul 6. Downtown Davenport, IA, BixSociety.org, Thu Iowa City Jazz Festival, annual, three-day Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 4. festival featuring concerts on several stages, Ya Maka My Weekend, annual celebration vendors, childrens activities, and more; for of Caribbean culture with concerts, vendors, information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, activities, and more; Fri. 5pm gates, Sat. noon Downtown Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, gates; for information, call 309-788-6311, Daiquiri Fri Jul 5 thru Sun Jul 7. Factory, 1809 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict. Matchbox 20 & Goo Goo Dolls, rockers in com, Fri Aug 9 and Sat Aug 10. concert in their co-headlining tour; $29.50-59.50; River Roots Live, annual concerts with for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, roots musicians, vendors, and the Ribfest, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Jul 10. RiverRootsLive.com, Fri Aug 16 and Sat Aug 17. Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Vermont2013 Floatzilla, 4th-annual paddle-sport based rockers in their Roar Tour Summer event on the Mississippi Saturday, with the 2013; $27-47; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, world-record attempt for the largest assemblage Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, of canoes and kiyaks at 2pm, Sunset Park, 18th AdlerTheatre.com, 8pm Sat Jul 13. Ave & Sunset Rd, Rock Island, IL, Facebook.com/ Heartland Jam, annual music festival featuring floatzilla, 8am Sat Aug 17. performances by Charissa Mrowka, Danielle Rock Island Grand Prix , annual kart-racing Peck, Phil Vassar, Kellie Pickler, and Darius Rucker event through the District streets, with vendors, on Friday, and the Dani Lynn Howe Band, Katie activities, and more; free; for information, call Armiger, Lauren Alaina, Jerrod Niemann, and 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 Rodney Atkins on Saturday; $45-1290; for tickets, St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 8:30am Sat Aug call 800-745-3000, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke 31 and Sun Sep 1.
Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, HeartlandJam. com, 1pm Fri Jul 19 and Sat Jul 20. Street Fest 2013, annual outdoor celebration featuring live music, arts & crafts vendorsl a family fun area, videogame tournaments, and more; free; for information, contact Jason Gilliland at jgilliland@quadcitieschamber.com or 563-8232681, Downtown Davenport, IA, Bix7.com, Fri Jul 26 and Sat Jul 27. Quad-City Times Bix 7, 39th annual street race featuring runners from around the world; for information, call 563-383-2489, Downtown Davenport, IA, Bix7.com, Sat Jul 27. 2013 Mississippi Valley Fair, annual outdoor event featuring rides, games, vendors, competitions, parades, and grandstand acts including Toby Keith, Uncle Kracker, Lynyrd Skynyrd; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, Tue Jul 30 and Wed Jul 31.
OPENINGS & GALLERY EVENTS

Scott & Rock Island Counties
May
The Visual Universe of James Rosenquist, join Dr. Craig Adcock for a presentation of his current research involving James Rosenquist and the Rosenquist artworks that are part of the American Pop! exhibition; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 7pm Thu May 16. Destination Art, on Thursdays; a different art form will be showcased each week as part of Destination Art, with an art film and discussion on the first Thursday of each month, a reading or performance from an area theatre group on the second Thursday (May 9 will feature the Prenzie Players), an invitation-only event on the third Thursday, a pop-up art show on the fourth Thursday, and dance on the fifth Thursday; for information, call 563-424-1210, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 6:30pm Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities, discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Zola Creativity Cafe, Tue.-Sat.; bring your lunch, and enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee within a visually stimulating and stress reducing environment, access to creative reading materials, and the latest TEDtalk broadcast, Zola Gallery, 1700 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Rock Island, IL, ZolaGallery. wordpress.com, 12pm Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Closing Reception for the Senior Studio Art Student Exhibition, meet the artists in the art museum; refreshments served; free; for information, call 309-794-7231, Augustana College Art Museum, Centennial Hall Building, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, 12:45pm Sun May 19. Artists Reception - Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Community School District, held in conjunction with the exhibit of works by area students; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 12:30pm Sun May 19 and Mon May 20. Weekly Figge Exhibition Tour, on Sundays; a docent-led tour providing an introduction to each exhibition, plus highlights of works; hot chocolate available; free with museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Sun May 19 and Sun May 26. Art Works Expo, teams of high school students collaborate to create 8x8 pastel murals in an on-site competition to win money for their high school art departments; free; for information, contact Sarah at 563-505-1584., Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Sat May 25.
VISUAL ARTS
Vol. 20 No. 830
Blues with a Beach Boys Dream
MUSIC
By Jeff Ignatius jeff@rcreader.com
May 16 - 29, 2013

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Rachel Brooke, May 23 at RIBCO
achel Brooke grew up with bluegrass and country standards and in high school played them in her fathers band. Her album A Killers Dream (from late last year) puts that experience and her voice in a blues context. All three of those genres share simplicity. Yet Brookes dream is to record her equivalent of the Beach Boys famously dense and unconventional Pet Sounds. Shell be performing with her band on May 23 at RIBCO, and youll hear a little bit of both aspects in her live show. From her background in country and bluegrass, she said in a phone interview last week, I learned a lot of structure. They [the songs] sound similar in a lot of ways, but there are also very small differences that mean a lot. ... I learned how to write based on those. Bluegrass, country, and blues are typically crafted with a limited palette, and she said the key is learning how to make the small differences that give the songs their distinctive identities. While A Killers Dream was recorded entirely live and has its share of simple blues settings, it also has plenty of unexpected color from the Tom Waits-like jazzy horns and ghostly, whistling warbles of Late Night Lover to the bigdrum sing-along pop of the title track with its infectious lead xylophone to the surprise clip-clop percussion that brings levity to the otherwise haunting The Black Bird. Above it all is Brookes big, agile voice, which opens the album on the unadorned Have It All and is true throughout, bringing twang to straight-ahead blues, offering a sleepy, sultry siren song in Late Night Lover, and approaching a yodel on Old Faded Memory.
The blog SavingCountryMusic.com has called her the queen of underground country and without caveat the Emmylou Harris of our time, and she collaborated with Those Poor Bastards Lonesome Wyatt on 2009s A Bitter Harvest. (He duets with her on Old Faded Memory, and the pair is beginning work on a second album.) The blues was a conscious reference point in writing A Killers Dream, Brooke said a break from the direct and obvious tack of country. Theres a little bit of an edge to those lyrics, I think, she said. They say things without actually saying it. She cited the words of Fox in a Hen House,
which takes the title metaphor and a typical woman-doneme-bad hook and muddies it with her female narrative voice: There aint no devil in my heart / Cause I aint no man. / But theres been one in my kitchen / She been cookin with my pots and pans. Brooke said she knew she wanted a different sound for the album, but she didnt know what it was until she began touring with the duo Viva Le Vox. As soon as I started playing with them, I just knew that I wanted to record it with them, she said. Cutting A Killers Dream after refining the songs and arrangements on the road, Brooke said, was a clear contrast to the arduous process of 2011s Down in the Barnyard, which I recorded it by myself, and I was learning how to use my equipment at the same time. I was concentrating so hard on getting the sound right that I was ... losing motivation and time to experiment. ... I wasnt able to really have fun. ... I was just frustrated the whole time. So that was probably the biggest part, not being able to really relax and put some creativity into it. A loose playfulness within the blues form is evident throughout the new album, but Brooke said shes not yet sure what her Pet Sound might entail: I dont know. Lots of percussion. If I had some people who could play wind instruments, I would totally love to have that. ... It will happen. Thats my goal in life. Rachel Brooke will perform on Thursday, May 23, at RIBCO (1815 Second Avenue, Rock Island; RIBCO.com). The show starts at 9 p.m. and also features J.L. Hellwater. Cover is $6. For more information on Rachel Brooke, visit RachelBrookeMusic.com.
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within a visually stimulating and stress reducing environment, access to creative reading materials, and the latest TEDtalk broadcast, Zola Gallery, 1700 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Rock Island, IL, ZolaGallery. wordpress.com, 12pm Tue Jul 2 thru Wed Jul 31,. Destination Art, on Thursdays; a different art form will be showcased each week as part of Destination Art, with an art film and discussion on the first Thursday of each month, a reading or performance from an area theatre group on the second Thursday, an invitation-only event on the third Thursday, a pop-up art show on the fourth Thursday, and dance on the fifth Thursday; for information, call 563-424-1210, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities, discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; for

May
Art @ the Vineyard, join QCA artist William Marsoun and various guest artists as they display their artwork at the Seasonal Terrace; for information, call 309-787-9463, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards. com, Sat May 25 and Sun May 26. Final Friday: Wearable Art, event will feature gallery owners and local artists one-of-a-kind wearable creations, with a continuous fashion show through the halls of Bucktown during the evening; body paint, jewelry, and more, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, 5pm Fri May 31. Opening Reception - Questionable Architecture: Terry Rathje in Collaboration with Steve Banks and Monica Correia, held in conjunction with the sculptural installation on the fourth floor that explores the interaction of function and form in structures designed digitally and built by hand; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm Fri May 31. Final Fridays at Bucktown, exhibits, demonstrations, and more, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts. com, 6pm Fri May 31.
VISUAL ARTS
com, 11am Sat Jun 8. Final Friday: MFA Pastel Competition & Art Education Reception, exhibits, demonstrations, and more; 6pm; Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Fri Jun 28. Opening Reception and Gallery Talk: No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service, held in conjunction with Juan Angel Chavezs site-specific installation composed of material gathered in the Quad Cities; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm Fri Jun 28. College Hill Craft & Art Fair, on 14th & down 30th & 38th streets in Rock Island, 2pm Sat Jun 29.
July
Zola Creativity Cafe, Tue.-Sat.; bring your lunch, and enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee
information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. Weekly Figge Exhibition Tour, on Sundays; a docent-led tour providing an introduction to each exhibition, plus highlights of works; hot chocolate available; free with museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Sun Jul 7 thru Sun Jul 28. Quad City Arts Metro Arts Summer Youth Employment Program Showcase, celebration of the June 10 - July 12 program, in which area youth work together in groups to complete art projects under the supervision and mentoring of professional artists; venue TBD; for information, contact Jessi Black at jblack@QuadCityArts.com or 309-793-1213 x103, Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, QuadCityArts.com, Thu Jul 11.
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Zola Creativity Cafe, Tue.-Sat.; bring your lunch, and enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee within a visually stimulating and stress reducing environment, access to creative reading materials, and the latest TEDtalk broadcast, Zola Gallery, 1700 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Rock Island, IL, ZolaGallery.wordpress.com, 12pm Sat Jun 1 thru Sat Jun 29. Weekly Figge Exhibition Tour, on Sundays; a docent-led tour providing an introduction to each exhibition, plus highlights of works; hot chocolate available; free with museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Sun Jun 2 thru Sun Jun 30. Given Space: Writing Your Own Cartography, join poet and Augustana professor E. Marie Bertram for this interactive workshop combining visual art and the written word; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson at 563-3267804 x2045 or haaronson@FiggeArtMuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Thu Jun 6. Destination Art, on Thursdays; a different art form will be showcased each week as part of Destination Art, with an art film and discussion on the first Thursday of each month, a reading or performance from an area theatre group on the second Thursday, an invitation-only event on the third Thursday, a pop-up art show on the fourth Thursday, and dance on the fifth Thursday; for information, call 563-424-1210, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts. com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities, discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Opening Reception: 9th Annual Catich Exhibition - Aquatic Art, exhibit of plein-air paintings by Fr. Catich; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm; for information, call 563-333-6444, Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/catich, 5pm Fri Jun 7. Second Saturdays at Bucktown, hop from studio to studio to view a range of mediums and an abundance of creativity, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.
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July
Opening Reception: Jon Burns - James Walker Henry - Nancy Solbrig, exhibit reception for mixed media and sculpture artists, MidCoast Gallery West, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, Midcoast.org, Fri Jul 12. Second Saturdays at Bucktown, hop from studio to studio to view a range of mediums and an abundance of creativity, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 11am Sat Jul 13. Final Friday: Bucktown Bash, exhibits, demonstrations, and more; free; Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Fri Jul 26.
VISUAL ARTS
Outlying Areas
May
Art Lovers Book Club - Lee Krasner: A Biography, a discussion of Gail Levins book; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 4pm Thu May 16. Elizabeth Catlett: Printmaker and Sculptor, Melanie Herzog discusses Catletts work in the larger picture of American art; free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 7pm Thu May 16. Melanie Herzog Lecture, free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 7pm Thu May 16. Beadology Open Lab, on Thursdays; bead, share techniques, get assistance, and help create the areas beading community; for information, call 319-338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa. com, 4pm Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Bishop Hill Quilt Show, featuring quilting displays, demonstrations, raffles, door prizes, quilting challenges, a Trash & Treasures Corner, and more; $4; for information, e-mail LST1167@ theinter.com, Bishop Hill Colony School, 405 W. Main St., Bishop Hill, IL, 10am Fri May 17 thru Sun May 19. DubuqueFest Fine Arts Festival, at the Town Clock Plaza & Washington Park; the 36thannual juried fine art fair features the work of 85 artists & artisans from across the region, with $1,000 in cash prizes awarded; for information, call 563-564-5290, Downtown Dubuque, IA, dubuquefest.org, Fri May 17 thru Sun May 19. AAMD Art Museum Day, free admission from 10am to 4pm; for information, call 319-3667503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 10am Sat May 18. Free Admission to the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, held in conjunction with Art Museum Day; free; for information, call 319366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 10am Sat May 18. Raoul Dufy Looks at Picasso, Matisse, & Braque, a program in the Artists Inspirations series by Carol Ehlers, art-history speaker; featuring artists from the Mary Musser Gilmore Collection; free; for information, call 563-2638282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, MuscatineArtCenter.com, 5:30pm Thu May 23. Curator Talk & Reception: Trouble the Water, held in conjunction with the exhibit in which a dozen contemporary artists from around the world explore issues related to water; free; for information, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/ Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Thu May 30.
August
Destination Art, on Thursdays; a different art form will be showcased each week as part of Destination Art, with an art film and discussion on the first Thursday of each month, a reading or performance from an area theatre group on the second Thursday, an invitation-only event on the third Thursday, a pop-up art show on the fourth Thursday, and dance on the fifth Thursday; for information, call 563-424-1210, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 6:30pm Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities, discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Zola Creativity Cafe, Tue.-Sat.; bring your lunch, and enjoy a cup of complimentary coffee within a visually stimulating and stress reducing environment, access to creative reading materials, and the latest TEDtalk broadcast, Zola Gallery, 1700 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Rock Island, IL, ZolaGallery. wordpress.com, 12pm Thu Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 31. Flamingo Fling Art Auction and Summer Party, annual tropical party featuring a live art auction of the flamingos previously on exhibit, a cash bar, light appetizers, a best-dressed flamingo guest contest, a raffle, and more; $1015; for information, call 309-794-0991, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, 7pm Fri Aug 2. Weekly Figge Exhibition Tour, on Sundays; a docent-led tour providing an introduction to each exhibition, plus highlights of works; hot chocolate available; free with museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Sun Aug 4 thru Sun Sep 1. QC Artists Coming Together (ACT) Session: Brand It!, a collaborative series for young artists and musicians that provides a creative networking experience for artists of all ages; with David G. Smith as the keynote speaker, Network or Die with Rene Hipple, and an Artists as Professionals panel discussion with Dawn Wohlford-Metallo, Tyson Danner, and Kate Benson; $60-70; for information and to register, e-mail kbenson@RiverMusicExperience.org or call 563-326-1333, RME (River Music Experience), 131 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience. org, 10am Sat Aug 10. Second Saturdays at Bucktown, hop from studio to studio to view a range of mediums and an abundance of creativity, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, BucktownArts.com, 11am Sat Aug 10. Final Friday: Back to School Fundraiser, exhibits, demonstrations, and more; Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Fri Aug 30.
June
Masquerade: A Forbidden Fairytale, the annual Big Hair Ball, featuring modeled hairstyles, live music, special performances, and an hour-long choreographed runway program; $50-75; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 8pm Sat Jun 1. Art Bites Program with CRMA Curator Sean Ulmer, Ulmer takes you through one of CRMAs latest exhibitions; free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 12:15pm Wed Jun 5. Beadology Open Lab, on Thursdays; bead, share techniques, get assistance, and help create the areas beading community; for information, call 319-338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa. com, 4pm Thu May 16 thru Thu Jun 27.
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Movie Reviews
THE GREAT GATSBY
Although, in the end, the film wound up an engaging and surprisingly touching entertainment, and its visually spellbinding throughout, the first half hour of Baz Luhrmanns The Great Gatsby felt, to me, exactly like the first half hours of all Baz Luhrmann movies: annoying as hell. As Im a big fan of William Shakespeares Romeo + Juliet, and a rather rabid fan of Moulin Rouge, this isnt necessarily the disparagement it might seem; more often than not (2008s grandiose soap opera Australia being the not), Luhrmanns movies rally quite nicely after initially off-putting openers, and this latest adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgeralds literary touchstone is no exception. But seriously, whats the deal with this auteur? Why, despite the considerable enjoyment hes delivered over the years, do his pictures always start out so aggressively irritating? When it was originally announced that Luhrmann was taking on Fitzgeralds iconic tale of Jay Gatsby, Daisy Buchanan, and the green light at the end of the dock, we had every reason to suspect that the director would imagine moneyed America in the roaring 20s as a joyously garish, Moulin Rougestyle theme park Belle poque with a jazz beat. (With executive producer Jay-Z responsible for the soundtrack, its actually more of a hip-hop beat.) But even if youre prepared for the gaudy, frequently digitized luxury that Luhrmann puts on-screen, you might be shocked to discover, yet again, just how long it takes to feel welcomed into its directors world.
by Mike Schulz mike@rcreader.com by Mike Schulz mike@rcreader.com
Out with the Old Sport, in with the New

Off-putting is one shamelessly that thing, but until they almost seem Jay and Daisy to be in a contest finally lock eyes over who can be one-fourth of the movies least the way through appealing presence, the picture, The and their combined Great Gatsby fraudulence mixed is downright with Luhrmanns Carey Mulligan and Leonardo DiCaprio in alienating. restless, even The Great Gatsby Admirers of hyperactive staging the novel might be thrown off balance ensures that you dont believe in the movie, beginning with Luhrmanns and coand cant make sense of its themes, for an screenwriter Craig Pearces decision to instant. add to Fitzgeralds work an unnecessary, Happily, though, your major qualms intrusive framing device, one in which subside the moment Leonardo DiCaprio Daisys working-class cousin Nick Carraway makes his first appearance as the impossibly now a hospitalized, morbidly depressed privileged title character, because his casting alcoholic tells Gatsbys story from the is dangerously close to perfect. Magnetic, confines of a sanitarium. (Easily the least driven, and more than a little affected, interesting figure in Fitzgeralds book, just like Gatsby himself, DiCaprio gives Nick isnt made any more intriguing by the movie elegance and mystery, but more recounting his tale exactly the way Ewan than anything he gives it heart; the actors McGregors bohemian author recounted thoughtful, soulful performance the his in Moulin Rouge.) Others might simply richest one hes given since Shutter Island be vexed because Nick is played by Tobey forces Luhrmann to slow down his agitated Maguire, whose perpetually popping eyes rhythms and invest in some actual human and slack jaw are far less winsome than feeling. The ridiculously lavish costume and they were in the actors Peter Parker days, production design by frequent Luhrmann and help turn his portrayal into camp. collaborator Catherine Martin are But hes got plenty of company; barring extraordinary throughout, but its DiCaprio, the reliably lovely, reliably teary Carey with his romanticism and hopefulness and Mulligan as Daisy, and the divinely tart barely concealed panic, who really gives you Elizabeth Debicki as socialite Jordan Baker, something worth watching; when hes onnearly everyone seen in the films first 30 screen, and especially when he and Carey minutes comes off as wildly overscaled. Mulligan are sharing tortured glances, there Joel Edgerton (a cartoon thug as Tom seems to be something actually at stake in Buchanan), Jason Clarke, Isla Fisher, and the candy-colored pinwheel universe of this others even the extras, it seems mug so Great Gatsby.
The films flaws dont completely end with DiCaprios arrival, as Luhrmanns proclivity for grandly operatic set pieces leads to some self-conscious goofiness right when events are at their most dramatic, and the postscript which continues the movie even after we hear one of the most famous closing lines in American literature is a real botch. Yet Fitzgeralds beautifully simple, sad narrative features so many wonderful scenes, and so many wonderful words, that even Luhrmanns more gauche touches cant completely sully it. And when a film boasts a star turn as wholly satisfying as the one Leonardo DiCaprio gives in The Great Gatsby, youre left with little choice but to sit back contentedly in your seat and thank the Hollywood gods that, sometimes, an entire movie can feel worthwhile thanks to one performers charisma. When we first see Gatsbys face here, hes photographed against a backdrop of exploding fireworks while Gershwins Rhapsody in Blue soars on the soundtrack, as if to put the man on equal footing with the New York skyline of Woody Allens Manhattan. With another actor in the role, the overstuffed grandeur of it all might have seemed silly. With DiCaprio, it just seems fitting. For reviews of Iron Man 3, Peeples, Mud, the Putnam Museums Space Junk 3D, and other current releases, visit RiverCitiesReader.com. Follow Mike on Twitter at Twitter.com/ MikeSchulzNow.
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and mixed media by student artists in the area; Tue.-Fri. 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-5pm; free; for information, call 309-793-1213, Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, QuadCityArts.com, Thu May 16. Burning Truths: A Womans Work, an art exhibit of female Catholic saints burned into wooden ironing boards, by Kat Hustedde; for information, call 309-794-7721 or e-mail kerirursch@Augustana.edu, Thomas Tredway Library, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, Thu May 16 and Fri May 17. Augustana College Art Museum Collection, Tue.-Sat. noon-4pm when school is in session; free; for information, call 309-794-7231, Augustana College Art Museum, Centennial Hall Building, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. Olson-Brandelle North American Indian Art Collection, featuring installments on each floor of the library, with explanatory text panels; open noon to 4pm Tuesdays through Saturdays when school is in session; free; for information, call 309794-7469, Thomas Tredway Library, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. Senior Studio Art Student Exhibition, exhibit of works by scheduled student artists Bronte M. Benson, Arielle E. Campos, Jessica L. Coons, Emily M. Hayes, Shannon Alyssa McWherter, Konner Michael Pemberton, Amie Regina Rogers, Elena K. Scherer, Kaleigh Wall, and Huangyuying Zheng; Tue.-Sat. noon-4pm when school is in session; free; for information, contact Sherry Maurer at sherrymaurer@Augustana.edu or 309-794-7469., Augustana College Art Museum, Centennial Hall Building, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. Venus Envy Quad Cities, annual exhibit celebrating women in the arts and female artisans; donations encouraged, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, VenusEnvyQC.com, Thu May 16 thru Thu May 23. Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Community School District, exhibit of works by area students; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun May 26. Patricia Halverson, pastel and oil paintings exhibit; for information, call 309-794-0991, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Imago: A Printstallation, works by Kelley Keimig and Lora Wegener; Tue.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-4pm, Zola Gallery, 1700 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Rock Island, IL, ZolaGallery.wordpress.com, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Quad City Quilters Show, free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Rich Ankeney - Nancy Solbrig, photography by Ankeney, mixed media by Solbrig, MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, Midcoast.org, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Studio 56 - Blue Owl, Bucktown at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Taking Bearings Portfolio Exchange, a printmaking portfolio exchange featuring the work of printmakers across the country based on the theme of Taking Bearings and organized by Brett Schieszer, printmaking instructor at Buffalo State College, Buffalo, N.Y.; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm, weekends vary thru May 10; free; for information, call 563-333-6444, Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu, Thu May 16 thru Fri Jun 14. Marking Territory: Cartographic Treasures of the Mississippi River and the World Beyond, exhibit featuring a selection of historic maps that range from early representations of the world to more detailed examinations of Americas vast interior west of the Mississippi; Tue.-Sat. 10am5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jun 16. X Marks the Spot, designed to complement the Marking Territory exhibit; families can visit the Studio1 installation and chart a route to learning and adventure, exploring everything from the trusty road atlas to genealogical maps that trace your family history; Tue.-Sat. 10am5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jun 16. Greg Thatcher - Samantha Haring - Steve Sinner - Patricia Armato, drawings by Thatcher, paintings by Haring, wood turnings by Sinner, and sculpture by Armato; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108, Quad City Arts at the Airport, Quad City International Airport, Airport Rd, Moline, IL, QuadCityArts.com, Thu May 16 thru Thu Jun 27. Artist Breaking Through, display of a public sculpture by Omaha artist Les Bruning, one made of galvanized steel and depicting an artist having a literal breakthrough a bright orange wall; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, QuadCityArts. com, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jun 30. David Hast, drawing and oil exhibit, MidCoast Gallery West, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, Midcoast.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jun 30. Ochre Bee Arts - Sam City, Bucktown at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Thu May 16 thru Wed Jul 31. Pushing the Envelope, on Level 2, next to the Family Activity Center; in conjunction with the exhibition American POP!, bring your family to explore the phenomenon of Pop Art through this hands on exhibition; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Aug 11. American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection, an exhibit images that examine and question the authority of materialism in America; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2.
Events
i wireless Center May through July

Outlying Areas
June
Gallery Walk, free; for information, call 319-338-4442 or e-mail attendant@ thegalleriesdowntown.com, The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, Facebook.com/pages/Chait-GalleriesDowntown, 5pm Fri Jun 7. Opening Reception: Yesterday and Tomorrow, a 20 yr retrospective by California and Midwest artist Nancy Rice Early; for information, call 309-944-4402, Geneseo Art League, 113 N. State St., Geneseo, IL, 6pm Fri Jun 7. 30th Annual Iowa Arts Festival, Fri. 4-11:30pm, Sat. 10am-11:30pm, Sun. 10am-5pm; annual outdoor concerts, vendors, art & crafts, childrens activities, and more; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 4pm Fri Jun 7, 10am Sat Jun 8 and Sun Jun 9. Art Goes Live, live artist demonstrations; free; for information, call 319-338-4442 or e-mail attendant@thegalleriesdowntown.com, The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, Facebook.com/pages/ChaitGalleries-Downtown, 10am Sat Jun 8. Art Lovers Book Club - The Quality Instinct: Seeing Art Through a Museum Directors Eye, a discussion of Maxwell L. Andersons book; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 4pm Thu Jun 20. Des Moines Arts Festival, in the John & Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park; featuring 185b visual artists, 21 emerging Iowa artists, live music, demonstrations, cultural and community outreach programs, family activities, and more; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, Fri Jun 28 thru Sun Jun 30.
VISUAL ARTS
ts summertime in the Quad Cities, folks! What say we hightail it to Chicago? Wait, wait ... that came out wrong. Im not suggesting that we all vacation in the Windy City for the next three months. I am, however, Matchbox 20 advocating a night with the multi-platinum-selling musicians of the band Chicago, which will play the i wireless Center on June 17, performing smashes such as Youre the Inspiration, Hard to Say Im Sorry, and If You Leave Me Now. These timeless pop-rockers will surely add some sizzle to the Moline venues seasonal lineup, and that roster will also be given a hearty injection of R&B, soul, and gospel music via the May 18 concert with Dru Hill, whose In My Bed, Never Make a Promise, and How Deep Is Your Love all hit number one on Billboards R&B charts. Tired of charttoppers yet? Lets hope not, because the i wireless Center has even more of them on the docket. July 10 brings with it a combined touring concert set featuring the rockers of Matchbox 20, whose 2012 release North debuted at the top of the Billboard 200 rankings, and the Goo Goo Dolls, whose 1998 smash Iris was listed as number one on Billboards Top 100 Pop Songs 1992-2012. And while the piece, to my knowledge, never landed at the top of any Billboard chart, youll probably soon be hearing a lot of Pomp & Circumstance in Moline, as the i wireless Center also houses a septet of graduation ceremonies, for students of Black Hawk College (May 16), Augustana College (May 19), Pleasant Valley and Rock Island high schools (May 26), and Davenport North, West, and Central high schools (June 2). Granted, those may not qualify as musical events, but Im betting that more than a few parents there will be singing a chorus of Haa-a-a-allelujah! For more information on the i wireless Centers summertime happenings, visit iwirelessCenter.com. Mike Schulz
July & August

Art Bites Program with CRMA Curator Sean Ulmer, Ulmer takes you through one of CRMAs latest exhibitions; free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 12:15pm Wed Jul 3. Beadology Open Lab, on Thursdays; bead, share techniques, get assistance, and help create the areas beading community; for information, call 319-338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa. com, 4pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Aug 29. From Our Wall to Yours: Vive l Art, celebrate Bastille Day with French-inspired food, wine, live music, and art from local collectors for sale; $50; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 4pm Sun Jul 14. Art Bites Program with CRMA Curator Sean Ulmer, Ulmer takes you through one of CRMAs latest exhibitions; free; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 12:15pm Wed Aug 7. Paella Party, celebrate the end of summer with a traditional Spanish meal outdoors; $50; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 5:30pm Sat Aug 24.
Opening in May & June

Artworks Expo, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Fri May 24 thru Sun Jun 30. Teresa Mesich - Susan Mohr, acrylic exhibit, MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, Midcoast.org, Sat Jun 1 thru Wed Jul 31. Questionable Architecture: Terry Rathje in Collaboration with Steve Banks and Monica Correia, Rathje will create a sculptural installation exploring the interaction of function and form in structures designed digitally and built by hand, designed and constructed with the collaboration of designer Correia and artist Banks; Tue.Sat 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Sat Jun 1 thru Sun Aug 25. Aquatic Art, exhibit of plein-air paintings by Fr. Catich; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm while school is in session; for information, call 563-333-6444 or e-mail CatichGallery@SAU.edu, Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/catich, Wed Jun 5 thru Mon Sep 2.
EXHIBITS & SHOWS

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hile want to nudge playyour neighbor wright and excitedly whisper, Did Peter Sinn Nachyou catch that? triebs boom is (This also slyly hilarious, and makes boom the QC Theatre worth repeat Workshops proviewings, so duction of it laudyou can pick able for so many up on moments reasons, there of hilarity is one aspect of you may have the performance previously that stands out in missed.) particular: Angela Thomas Alan Taylor and Jessica Denney As the nerdy Elliotts laugh. Jules, an obsessive whos a little too As Barbara, a godlike person who obsessed with spanakopita, Taylor adds yanks pulleys, throws large switches, another character to his arsenal of wholly and plays the timpani and gong at set different, equally interesting personalities designer Kenn Brinsons Oz-esque that he has presented on the Workshop control panel, Elliott manages to lend stage. Speaking with a voice that sounds variety to her every chuckle. Barbara as though its coming from somewhere giggles in genuine amusement, or in between the roof of his mouth and his increasing states of nervousness, or just nasal passages, and keeping his arms to fill the time between sentences, and fairly close to his sides, Taylors Jules is her most amusing laugh during the May nothing like his confident, independent 2 performance was a loud chortle that Ken from last years Red, or his spastic, clearly depicted her characters arrival self-important Matthew from this years at the end of a descent into lunacy. This Private Eyes. cackle and Elliots other snickers, titters, Denney, meanwhile, is noteworthy and cachinnations were infectiously for Jos increasing craziness as a result of delivered, and elicited the heartiest laughs being pent up in a concrete bunker with Ive released at a theatrical production in someone she doesnt trust mostly out of quite some time. fear that, for the umpteenth time, hell try Nachtriebs script is worth plenty of to sneakily impregnate her. What starts guffaws, too. Rife with wit and sharp as an aloof, somewhat condescending humor, booms story concerns the end nature descends into a crazed, almost of the world by way of a comet striking maniacal one that matches Jos blurred Earth, one that leaves Thomas Alan mascara and eyeliner, and Denney is at Taylors awkward marine biologist Jules her most amusing when fending off Jules and Jessica Denneys acerbic journalism potential advances, threatening him with student Jo in an enshrouded, concrete bodily harm in a tone thats comically basement lab/apartment accompanied demented. only by Jules four fish. Jules has lured Still, its Elliotts laughter that keeps Jo into his lab with the promise of sex, ringing in my ears, and brings a smile but really plans to trap her there so they to my face, as I recount how much fun can repopulate the world after the comet I had at the QC Theatre Workshops hits. Jules, however, is gay, which Jo boom. Her yucks and sniggers to say has trouble believing at first because he doesnt have gay eyes. (As Jules explains, nothing of Nachtriebs smart humor and a production that matches his wittiness hes wearing contacts.) Nachtriebs are not to be missed. writing, themes, and punchlines are delightfully reminiscent of author Douglas Adams style in his Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy. And director Tyson Danner accentuates Nachtriebs humor with the employment of a quick, almost unforgiving pace that places most jokes on the verge of missable which, in turn, makes them funnier whenever you catch sly quips just before they pass, and [Editors note: boom is assistant-directed and stage-managed by River Cities Reader employee Mike Schulz.] boom runs at the QC Theatre Workshop (1730 Wilkes Avenue, Davenport) through May 18, and more information is available by visiting QCTheatreWorkshop.org.
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River Cities Reader Vol. 20 No. 830 May 16 - 29, 2013 By Thom White
A Full House, with Jokers
THEATRE
VISUAL ARTS
EXHIBITS & SHOWS
No Shoes, No Shirt, No Service, Chicagobased artist Juan Angel Chavez constructs a site-specific installation composed of material gathered in the Quad Cities; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Sat Jun 29 thru Mon Sep 2.
The Trouble with Cats, at the Playcrafters Barn Theatre through May 19
he trouble It would be with the enough for the Playcrafters script to play up the wackiness Barn Theatres The of Sunshines Trouble with Cats is and Rivers that Patti Flaherty is granola nature not featured enough versus Ivys and during its twoPhillips prudish and-a-half-hour nature. Instead, length. Playing a though, Stapp dry, crass, flirtatious Lix Paxton and Matt Moody slaps on three lowbrow named more storylines involving three sisters who Joy Bombay, Flaherty proves its possible to present bad material in a way thats enjoyable are renovating the master bedroom: Holly to watch, and when I laughed during Fridays Jo Alfords bossy Mitzy, Molly Wilkisons performance, it was usually due to Flahertys sexless, somewhat overplayed Noelle, and comedically nuanced deliveries or comically Sarah Smiths endearingly weird Onie. These characters are unnecessary the same condescending or cruel facial expressions humor would result if Stapp made them and body language. The actor is clearly all one character and add to the feeling gifted when it comes to comedy. that theres just too much going on here. Unfortunately, shes working with Its hard to care about anyone in the show playwright Gary Ray Stapps poor dialogue because theres too much chaos in the plot, and convoluted characters, and a plot and little of it contributes to your enjoyment. that may be clear but possesses none of And if all that werent enough, Stapp also the poignancy Stapp seems to be aiming slaps on lessons learned and emotional for. Playcrafters director Megan Elliott connections accomplished over the course demonstrates her talent by shaping a of the play none of which was actually production thats sincere, friendly, and evenly paced. However, Fridays The Trouble driven home over the course of the play. That being said, there are a few laughs with Cats needed more urgency through in Playcrafters production among them greater speed and depths of emotion in almost every line and look Patti Flaherty several scenes, especially during the chaos delivers. But costume designer Paxton also that is meant to ensue when the vegan, yogadeserves praise for having Flaherty dressed practicing Sunshine (Liz Paxton) and the chocolate-loving hippie River (Matt Moody) in curlers, horn-rimmed glasses, and mismatched prints for her casual look, and encroach upon the house-sitting gig of the a leopard-print dress, scarf, and handbag mild-mannered Ivy and Phillip (Rae Mary all of which seem to clash despite being and Patrick Gimm). That is, after all, the thrust of the plot, and what is supposed to be the same print for her formalwear. And Stapp himself even hits the comedy nail the catalyst for the plays humor that two on the head at times; when Ivy makes fish wildly different married couples are booked for dinner and Sunshine points out that it for the same house-sitting job. doesnt fit her vegan diet, Ivy says, I thought Theres also a plot point that inspires The maybe fish would be okay. Catholics dont Trouble with Cats title, which involves the mind it. homeowners teen son, whom the houseStill, the plays two-and-a-half-hour sitters never see and as they were given running time isnt justified, as Stapps writing a feeding schedule for him think is a cat. doesnt really demand that length of time This allows for some farcical elements in (and The Trouble with Cats might actually be the play, including a scene in which Ivy, improved by being shortened through edits). Phillip, and the teen PJ (Alex Richardson, Playcrafters Barn Theatres production, alternating performances with Joey Pautsch) meanwhile, would also benefit from faster go in and out of bedroom and bathroom pacing, which would not only minimize the doors without seeing each other. Ivy also plays length, but give this script some muchsets out bowls of cat food, which PJ eats needed oomph. thinking its tuna salad an act that elicited disgusted groans that gave way to laughs in Fridays audience. But otherwise, theres no trouble caused by the plays unseen cat, and whether or not the house-sitters eventually learn the truth hardly seems to matter. The Trouble with Cats runs at the Playcrafters Barn Theatre (4950 35th Avenue, Moline) through May 19, and more information and tickets are available by calling (309)762-0330 or visiting Playcrafters.com.
Opening in July & August

Belinda Grace and Margery Franklin, exhibit of works by area artists; free with $2-6 admission; for information, call 309-794-0991, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Mon Jul 1 thru Sat Aug 31. Jon Burns - James Walker Henry - Nancy Solbrig, mixed media by Burns and Henry, sculpture by Solbrig, MidCoast Gallery West, 2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, Midcoast.org, Mon Jul 1 thru Sat Aug 31. Daniel Smith - Worldly Views, Bucktown at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Sep 2. 16th Annual Mississippi Valley Blues Festival Photo Exhibit, held from 1-6:30pm daily; for information, call 563-322-5837, Freight House, 421 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, MVBS.org, Thu Jul 4 thru Sat Jul 6. Flamingo Follies, exhibit in which area artists have artistically altered plastic pink lawn flamingos into works of art; free with $2-6 admission; for information, call 309-794-0991, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Aug 1. William Hannan, multi-media exhibit, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, Davenport, IA, Midcoast.org, Thu Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 31. Colleen Curry - Marc Hans Showalter, fiber & mixed media by Curry, mixed media by Showalter, MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, Midcoast.org, Thu Aug 1 thru Mon Sep 2. Rosebud Sioux - A Lakota People in Transition, exhibit features vintage photography of Rosebud Sioux by Swedish-American John Anderson; featuring modern Sioux descendants photographs and Lakota objects organized by Claes H. Jacobson and Eva Anderson; TuesdaySunday noon-4pm; free; for information, call 309-794-7231, Augustana College Art Museum, Centennial Hall Building, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu/x2780.xml, Sat Aug 24 thru Mon Sep 2.
Outlying Areas
Currently on Display
Steve Mitchell, wall art and jewelry by the metalsmith artist; Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442, The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, TheGalleriesDowntown.com, Thu May 16. Transparencies: Contemporary Art and A History of Glass, artists in the show include Jim Dingilian, Matt Eskuche, Monir Farmanfarmaian, Laura Fritz, Rachel Lee Hovnanian, Ran Hwang, Luke Jerram, Karen LaMonte, Judith Schaechter, and Fred Wilson; for information, call 515-2774405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, Thu May 16 thru Wed May 22. Michelle Fischer: Encaustic Paintings, exhibit of works in which heated beeswax is applied in layers to a prepared surface; Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. noon-4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442, The Chait
Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, TheGalleriesDowntown.com, Thu May 16 thru Thu May 23. Gone to See the Elephant: The Civil War through the Eyes of Iowa Soldiers, exhibit will examine the important role of the State of Iowa and the UI during the war, and feature primary resources, artifacts, historical documents, and educational programming; visitors will see how Iowa soldiers experienced daily camp life, faced injuries on the battlefield, survived prisoner camps, and longed for home; for information, call 319-335-0546, University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum, 21 Old Capitol Museum, Iowa City, IA, UIowa.edu/oldcap, Thu May 16 thru Sun May 26. I AM: Prints by Elizabeth Catlett, exhibition of 28 prints by the world-renowned sculptor and printmaker; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun May 26. Barry Anderson: Junk Yard, in the Digital Gallery; a slow-rolling video tour of pop-culture idols; for information, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/ Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. The Concept of Malinalli, exhibit of Pedro Lujanos dichroic glass jewelry; Mon.-Fri. 11am6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and Sunday noon4pm; for information, call 319-338-4442, The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, TheGalleriesDowntown.com, Thu May 16 thru Sat Jun 1. Trouble the Water, exhibit in which a dozen contemporary artists from around the world explore issues related to water; for information, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jun 16. Gilad Ratman: The Days of the Family of the Bell, an exhibit in the Single-Channel series; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jul 7. Iowa Artists 2013: Kathranne Knight, exhibit by the Iowa-based artist comosed of medium- and large-scale drawings along with one site-specific piece; free; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jul 28. Art in Roman Life, over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels, ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; for information, call 319366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Grant Wood: In Focus, culled from the museums extensive collection of works, this single-gallery installation serves as a brief overview of the artistic achievements of this important American painter; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker, new takes on the important Iowa City artist; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Taking Shape: Recent Acquisitions in the Fine Art of Craft, exhibit celebrating the growth of the museums ceramics collection; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. The Restless Spirit: American Art from the Collection, a revolving four-gallery presentation that takes in-depth looks at recurring themes in American art, with entire galleries dismantled and reinstalled on a periodic basis; Tue., Wed., Fri., & Sun. noon-4pm, Thu. noon-8pm; Sat. 10am-4pm; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2.

com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 13. Mosaics Workshop, with instructor Mary Stringer; students will learn the techniques of embedding small ceramic squares and reclaimed pieces of broken glass dishes in a plaster base to create flowing, rhythmic, colorful patterned pictures that will add texture and interesting detail to your home decorating; $70-80; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 10am Sat Jun 15. Acrylic Painting for Beginners, Tuesdays thru July 9; with instructor Allen Holloway; explore color theory, a variety of acrylic painting techniques, composition, perspective and more in this basic painting class; learn the secrets to painting fluffy clouds, how to create distance on a 2D surface how to mix colors, and lots more information that will help you go from beginner to the next level in this exciting acrylic painting adventure; $75-85; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 12pm Tue
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Opening May thru August

LEstampe Originale: Painters, Printers, Paris, avant-garde printmaking exhibit; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter. org, Fri May 17 thru Mon Sep 2. Bertha Jaques: Eye on the World, printmaking exhibit focusing on images of foreign locales; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Sat May 25 thru Mon Sep 2. Yesterday and Tomorrow, a 20 yr retrospective by California and Midwest artist Nancy Rice Early; Wed.-Sat. 10am-3pm; for information, call 309944-4402, Geneseo Art League, 113 N. State St., Geneseo, IL, Sat Jun 1 thru Sun Jun 30. Art at the Crossroads, an art exhibit celebrating the 100th anniversary, River Arts Center, 229 5th Ave S, Clinton, IA, Wed Jun 12 thru Sun Jul 28. From Houdini to Hugo: The Art of Brian Selznick, exhibit featuring 98 original drawings and paintings by the author of The Invention of Hugo Cabret; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, Sat Jun 15 thru Mon Jul 15. Phyllida Barlow: Scree, exhibit includes three large-scale sculptural installations, 55 works on paper, and more; for information, call 515-2774405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, Fri Jun 21 thru Mon Sep 2. Iowa Artists 2013: Tim Dooley & Aaron Wilson - Midwest Pressed, collaborative print project between two Iowa artists and art educators; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, Fri Aug 2 thru Mon Sep 2.
Thu Jun 6. Acrylic Painting Workshop: Pop Art, with instructor Colleen Tomlinson; students will use updated techniques and materials to create interesting, bold paintings informed by the historic Pop Art movement lead by iconic artists such as Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Gladys Nilsson, and Wayne Thiebaud; $50-60; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 10am Sat Jun 8. Image and Imagination, an afternoon of art at featuring the 2pm presentation Rainforest Ramblings with artists Ralph and Glorie Iaccarino, followed by drawing and collage activities; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 1:30pm Sat Jun 8. Universal Drawing Vocabulary, an art workshops for adults and children in 3rd grade or older led by artists Ralph and Glorie Iaccarino; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.
Jun 25. Color Theory, an art workshop for adults and children in 3rd grade or older led by artists Ralph and Glorie Iaccarino; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 27.
July & August

Eco Art, an art workshop for adults and children in 3rd grade or older led by artists Ralph and Glorie Iaccarino; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 11. Wine & Art: Oil Pastels, with instructor Bruce Carter; enjoy interesting, fun studio art activities paired with a glass of wine, light hors doeuvres and great conversation; $35-45; for information and to register, contact Heather at 563-326-7804 x 2045 or haaronson@FiggeArtMuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Thu Jul 11.
CLASSES
May & June
Watercolor: All Levels, Thursdays thru June 13, with instructor Ralph Iaccarino; class discussions on the art elements and design principles basic to all art, including color, value, shape, pattern, balance, space and rhythm will aid students in creating vibrantly-colored, flowing watercolor paintings; $95-105; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 12pm Thu May 16. Professional Artist Development Services, on Thursdays; artist photography and career development services for new and established artists within our community; for information, call 563-370-9202, Zola Gallery, 1700 2nd Ave., Suite 2, Rock Island, IL, ZolaGallery.wordpress.com, 11am Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Fiber Bead Workshop, in room 115; a handson art workshop sponsored by Venus Envy Quad Cities and Junior League of the Quad Cities, led by Colleen Curry; $5; for information and to register, contact Jenni Venema at 563-340-9303 or jvwizard@gmail.com, Artists Studio, 601 Brady St., Davenport, IA, VenusEnvyQC.com, 1pm Sat May 18. Japanese Brush Writing & Calligraphy, with instructor Anna Ito; learn how to form Japanese calligraphic characters and paint them on a decorative wooden panel, make an art pendant, and learn to fold an origami ornament; $75-85; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 10am Sat May 18. Wine & Art: Pop with Collage, with instructor Gloria Burlingame; enjoy interesting, fun studio art activities paired with a glass of wine, light hors doeuvres and great conversation; $3545; for information and to register, contact Heather at 563-326-7804 x 2045 or haaronson@ FiggeArtMuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm
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VISUAL ARTS
CLASSES
July
Paint the Music with Mary Zeran, using the soundtrack from the movie Hugo, abstract artist Zeran will show you how to use music to let go and explore the world of abstract painting; short exercises will focus on how to translate what you hear into color, brushstrokes, and line; $20; for information and to register, contact Mary Zeran at 319-363-0053 or maryzeran@yahoo.com, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 5:30pm Thu Jul 11. Junkyard Jewelry and Small Objects , with artist Mary Zeran; students will make jewelry and small sculpture from found metal scrap; learn how to file, saw, and finish metal to perfection with your own two hands and walk away with an amazing piece of art; $85; for information and to register, contact Mary at 319-3630053 or maryzeran@yahoo.com, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, MaryZeran.com, 10am Sat Jul 13. Janet Biggs Anana Dream in the Trouble the Water exhibit @ CSPS/Legion Arts thru June 16 Junkyard Jewelry and Small and closure will be shared; $80; for information, of lampworking, a technique of using a torch Objects with Mary Zeran, students will make call 319-338 -1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E and melting glass rods to create various shapes; jewelry and small sculpture from found metal Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, safety and appropriate equipment handling are scrap; $85; for information and to register, contact 10am Sat Jun 15. emphasized; $55; for information, call 319-338 Mary Zeran at 319-363-0053 or maryzeran@yahoo. -1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa Jazzy Linked Wire Bracelet, with instructor com, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 5pm Wed May 22. Karen Kubby; learn a fundamental wirework Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 10am Sat Jul 20. Viking Knit Copper Bracelet, with instructor skill to create a jazzy new piece for your bracelet Karen Kubby; learn the basics of Viking knit, collection and to make as gifts; participants will a centuries-old form of weaving wire using learn to make consistent wrapped loops and link Call for Entries: Art at the Crossroads, thru a looping-technique created around a solid, them to form beaded chain using a variety of glass May 31; call for entries for an exhibit celebrating stationary form such as a wooden dowel; $88; and stone; $65; for information, call 319-338-1566, the 100th anniversary, River Arts Center, 229 5th for information, call 319-338 -1566, Beadology Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, Ave S, Clinton, IA, thru Fri May 31. Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 6pm Tue Jun 18. Second Saturdays at Bucktown, currently BeadologyIowa.com, 10am Sat May 25. Basic Stringing, with instructor Mallory accepting applications for visual/performing Zapf; this class places a focus on professional artists and community groups to demonstrate June stringing and design techniques; mmake two or exhibit during upcoming Second Saturday bracelets using two different stringing materials; Lace Earrings, with instructor Karen Kubby; events; for information, contact Heidi Brandt one bracelet will be made strung on nylon using learn to net on both sides of a beaded spine at hbrandtcreative@aol.com, Bucktown Center glass beads from the Czech Republic and sterling to make incredible lace earrings; $80; for for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, silver beads, and the second will be strung on information, call 319-338 -1566, Beadology BucktownArts.com, thru Mon Sep 2. flexible wire and made with handmade glass Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, Village Photo Contest, take photos of the and Swarovski crystals; $55; for information, call BeadologyIowa.com, 10am Sat Jun 1. changing seasons each month and then submit 319-338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington Steampunk Printmaking Mini Class with your best shots; for information, visit Facebook. St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 10am Sat Mary Zeran, students will use gears, tools, and com/scottcountyconservation or call 563-328Jun 22. assorted other industrial elements to create one 3283, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 290th Make 3 Pairs of Earrings: Basic Wirework, of a kind prints inspired by the drawings of Brian St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/ with instructor Mallory Zapf; learn to make Selznick and the stories of Jules Vern and HG conservation, thru Mon Sep 2. earrings for yourself or as gifts; two wirework skills Wells; $20; for information and to register, contact will be practiced and used to make three pairs of Mary Zeran at 319-363-0053 or maryzeran@ earrings; $55; for information, call 319-338-1566, yahoo.com, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 5:30pm IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 1pm Sat Jun 22. Thu Jun 6. Florals Under Glass, with instructor Wendy The Art & Science of Lampworking and Scott & Rock Island Counties Ford; learn to layer glass and make floral images Glassblowing, June 7 & 8; a demonstration booth under a clear encasing; students will review outside of the store to showcase beadmaking May making a solid core bead, making your own and scientific glassblowing; join artists Karen Bucktown Revue, monthly celebration of stringers, and making flowers with dots, stringers, Kubby, Wendy Ford, and UI Scientific Glassblower Mississippi River Valley folk music and culture, plunging, and twisting; $98; for information, call Benjamin Revis at 10am, noon, 2pm, and 4pm featuring music, storytelling, poetry, and humor; 319-338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington each day; free; for information, call 319-338 -1566, with emcee Scott Tunnicliff and music by the St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 12pm Sun Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, Barley House Band and Milltown; $12 at the Jun 23. IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 10am Fri Jun 7. door; for information, e-mail mgromkey@gmail. Make Glass Beads: Flame I, with instructor Steampunk Jewelry Class with Mary Zeran, com, Nighswander Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave, Karen Kubby; this class will teach you the art tackle beginning jewelry making techniques to Davenport, IA, 7pm Fri May 17. of lampworking, a technique of using a torch create cool, fanciful jewelry; students will leave Trapt, alternative rockers perform an outdoor and melting glass rods to create various shapes; class with several completed pieces of jewelry concert, with opening sets by Eleven Fifty Two safety and appropriate equipment handling are and solid knowledge of basic jewelry techniques; and Shadow Stone; $15-20; for information, call emphasized; $55; for information, call 319-338$85; for information and to register, contact Mary 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, 1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa Zeran at 319-363-0053 or maryzeran@yahoo. IL, RIBCO.com, 8pm Fri May 17. City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 10am Thu Jun 27. com, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Augustana Band Lawn Concert, free; for Byzantine Chain Maille Bracelet, with Cedar Rapids, IA, CRMA.org, 10am Sat Jun 8. information, contact Sam Schlouch at 309instructor Karen Kubby; learn the basics of Two Drop Peyote Bracelet, with instructor 794-7833 or samschlouch@Augustana.edu, byzantine chain maille to make a bracelet; proper Karen Kubby; learn a variation of peyote stitch, an Bergendoff Hall of Fine Arts - Augustana College, tool handling and opening and closing of rings off loom bead weaving technique; techniques for 3701 7th Ave., Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, will be emphasized; $65; for information, call finishing the bracelet edges and adding the clasp 2:30pm Sat May 18. 319-338-1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington
July & August

Art in Memory Making, an art workshop for adults and children in 3rd grade or older led by artists Ralph and Glorie Iaccarino; free; for information, call 309-524-2480, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 25. Wine & Art: Pastel Panoramas, with instructor Allen Holloway; learn tips, techniques and secrets to successful pastel painting in this artfully delightful studio experience; enjoy some wine, refreshments and cool conversation as you create a pastel landscape panorama worthy of hanging in your home; $15; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum. org, 6pm Thu Aug 1. Watercolor Workshop, with instructor Cindy Bergthold; a full exploration of the watercolor painting medium in this exciting studio experience; from basic brush stroke techniques, paper types and treatments to color mixing, glazing, salt additives and more, students will come away with a true understanding of how to use watercolors as an expressive, meaningful art form; $35-45; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 12pm Sat Aug 17. Pop with Color: Drawing, with instructor Gloria Burlingame; students will draw/paint a series of color-drenched self-portraits based on a 4 x 6 (minimum) self-portrait photograph using water soluble color pencils; a discussion of Andy Warhol and his iconic celebrity silkscreen portraits will inform the class on this shift in the cultural art experience and help light each students particular creative spark; $35-45; for information and to register, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 12pm Sat Aug 31.
CALLS FOR ENTRY
Outlying Areas
May
Bring on Spring! Mono Printing Mini Class, join artist Mary Zeran as she demonstrates how to make mono prints using stencils, found objects, and assorted low tech printmaking techniques; $20; for information and to register, contact Mary at 319-363-0053 or maryzeran@yahoo.com, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, MaryZeran.com, 5:30pm Thu May 16 and Fri May 17. Collage Painting Workshop, presented by visual-artist-in-residence Vivian Hyelim Kim; participants will learn and experiment with paper folding and cutting techniques; the final pieces will be patterned on a canvas background painted by participants; free; for information, call 319-6437866, Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, off I-80 at exit 254, West Branch, IA, NPS.gov/heho, 6:30pm Thu May 16. Beaded Toggle, with instructor Karen Kubby; use peyote stitch in new and innovative ways to make a beaded toggle clasp; participants will learn to make a round ring and matching bar using round and cylinder seed beads; $55; for information, call 319-338 -1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 2pm Sat May 18. Peyote Stitch Techniques, with instructor Karen Kubby; this workshop will share flat and tubular peyote, even count; learn when to use each stitch and walk away with samples of each; $55; for information, call 319-338 -1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 10am Sat May 18. Make Glass Bead: Flame I, with instructor Karen Kubby; this class will teach you the art
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May
Augustana Music Festival Concert, free; for information, contact Sam Schlouch at 309-7947833 or samschlouch@Augustana.edu, Centennial Hall, Augustana College, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, 8pm Sat May 18. Steve Forbert, concert with the pop singer/ songwriter of Romeos Tune fame; $18; for information, call 309-793-4060, Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RozzTox.com, 8pm Sat May 18. Deadstring Brothers, Detroit-based alt-country and rock band in concert, with an opening set by Fifth of Country; $6; for information, call 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO.com, 9pm Sat May 18. Dru Hill, R&B, soul, and gospel musicians in concert; $25-40; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 9pm Sat May 18. Lauras Legacy Concert, 5pm concert with singer/songwriter and Rock Island native Lissie, benefiting the ALS division of the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois; with performances by Jordan Danielsen at 1:15pm, Phox at 2pm, and Whoozdads featuring Ellis Kell at 3:15pm; $10/ adult, free for ages 12 & under with paid adult; for information, call 309-732-7275, Schwiebert Riverfront Park, between 17th & 20th Streets, Rock Island, IL, 1pm Sun May 19. Third Sunday Jazz Series: The Bill Bell Trio, jazz ensemble leads a 3pm all-ages jazz workshop (free for students, $5 for adults) and performs a 6pm concert ($10-15); a co-presentation of the Americas Music series; for information and to reserve, call 309-373-0790, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, AmericasMusicQC. com, 3pm Sun May 19. Joe Louis Walker, legendary blues musician in concert, with an opening set by Nick & the Ovorols; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 8pm Fri May 24. Rick Springfield, concert with the charttopping pop singer of Love Somebody and Jessies Girl; $30-40; for information, call 800-7245825, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf, IA, Bettendorf. isleofcapricasinos.com, 7:30pm Fri May 24. KISS Army, outdoor concert with the tribute musicians; 6pm gates, 8pm opening set by Wes Weebers Brokeass Sellouts, 10pm KISS Army concert; $10; for information, call 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO.com, 8pm Fri May 24. The Travoltas, outdoor concert with the ultimate 80s band, with an opening set by Just Chords; $10-12; for information, call 309-7934060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO. com, 8pm Sat May 25. The Travoltas, outdoor concert with the ultimate 80s band, with an opening set by Premium Sellouts; $10-12; for information, call 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO.com, 8pm Sun May 26. John Fullbright, 2013 Grammy Award nominee in concert; $12; for information, call 309200-0978, Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RozzTox.com, 8pm Thu May 30. Brown Bag Lunch: Lewis Knudsen, attendees are encouraged to bring a sack lunch to enjoy during the concert with the local musician; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 12pm Fri May 31. Jake McVey, concert with the touring country musician; $10; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St,
Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 8:30pm Fri May 31.
June
Caminos del Inka, a Quad City Symphony Orchestra concert in the Signature Series; $10-25; for tickets and information, call 563-322-7276, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, QCSymphony.com, 8pm Sat Jun 1. Fiddler on the Roof Meets O Brother, Where Art Thou?, singer, multi-instrumentalist, and music historian Lil Rev offers a colorful prism of American roots influence, featuring Jewish Blues, Bluegrass Country Western, and original songs played on the guitar, ukulele,, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 7pm Wed Jun 5. The Fry Daddies, Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 6. The Trishas, country/folk musicians in concert, with an opening set by Dirt Road Rockers; $10; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 7:30pm Thu Jun 6. Smokey Robinson, classic hits with the Motown legend in his first Quad Cities appearance; $29.50-69.50; for tickets, call 800-7453000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 8pm Fri Jun 7. Gumbo Ya Ya, annual outdoor Mardi Gras celebration of featuring Cajun, zydeco, jazz, and blues music on two stages, vendors, food, and more; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, GumboYaYaFestival.com, Fri Jun 7 and Sat Jun 8. Bettendorf Park Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series, directed by James Crowder and associate Steve Montgomery; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jun 7. Out of the Ordinary Broadway Concert, the Nova Singers perform Broadway choruses, solos, and ensemble numbers from Les Miserables, Phantom of the Opera,Annie Get Your Gun, West Side Story,My Fair Lady,Jesus Christ Superstar, and other hits; a fundraiser for the singers 28th season; $10-15, students free; for information and tickets, e-mail nova@Knox.edu or call 309-341-7038, First Lutheran Church - Rock Island, 1600 20th St., Rock Island, IL, NovaSingers. com, 4pm Sun Jun 9. Pokey LaFarge, country blues and early jazz musician in concert; $8; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 8pm Wed Jun 12. Thaddeus Rex w/ Rock, at 9:30am & 1pm; the childrens musician and his dinosaur sidekick perform in a Music on the Lawn concert; free; for information, call 309-743-2700, Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817 11th Ave., Moline, IL, ButterworthCenter.com, Wed Jun 12. Busted Chandeliers, Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 13. Bettendorf Park Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series, directed by James Crowder and associate Steve Montgomery; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jun 14. CASI New Horizons Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jun 14. Ben Kenney, alternative rocker and Incubus musician in concert; $17-20; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 9pm Fri Jun 14.
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Summer of 69
THEATRE
by Mike Schulz mike@rcreader.com
Theatre in the Quad Cities and Surrounding Areas, May through August
t last count, there were a grand total of 69 theatrical productions scheduled to debut at area venues between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend. Thats awfully impressive. Yet whats even more impressive and, in all honesty, really unusual is that you could actually catch all 69 without ever seeing the same show twice. Granted, in the case of two of them, youd slip through on a technicality: Eldridges Countryside Community Theatre presents an eagerly awaited take on the Broadway behemoth Les Misrables July 5 through 21, while the youths of Rock Islands The Center for Living Arts, from July 26 through 28, tackle the somewhat modified Les Misrables: School Edition (a show preceded at the venue by Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory on June 14 and 15). But the sheer, non-repeating variety of this summers play-and-musical lineup is still rather remarkable for the area, and Im not even talking specifically about the Quad Cities area; Im talking about the area covered between Peoria and Des Moines, for Petes sake. The Peoria Civic Center, for instance, is the nearest place to find the beloved Bernstein/Sondheim collaboration West Side Story (May 20 and 21) this summer, and unless youre up for a really long drive or, preferably, a flight youll only find the Tony-winning Four Seasons triumph Jersey Boys at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines (July 24 through August 4). Another Broadway smash gets a lavish staging when the cheeky, 80s-hair-band hoot Rock of Ages lands at Cedar Rapids Paramount Theatre (May 23). And although the citys Theatre Cedar Rapids offers a memorable musical of its own with Spring Awakening (June 28 through July 28), the company will also lean toward the dramatic with Thornton Wilders iconic Our Town (June 6 through 16), while Cedar Rapids neighboring Brucemore delivers an outdoor rendition of Edmond Rostands romantic masterpiece Cyrano de Bergerac (July 11 through 20). Classics staged closer to home will, of course, come courtesy of Rock Islands Genesius Guild, which serves up Lincoln Park presentations of Mozarts The Magic Flute (June 15 through 23), Euripides Alcestis (June 29 through July 7), Aristophanes and adapter Don Wootens The Acharnians (July 27 through August 4), and Shakespeares Coriolanus (July 13 through 21). The Bard also gets a summertime workout at Iowa Citys Riverside Theatre, where the 18th Century satire The School for Scandal (June 21 through July 7) runs in repertory with Shakespeares tragic Hamlet (June 14 none of that pesky talking getting in the way. As a personal fan of pesky talking, Im happy to also see several original plays on our areas summertime theatre schedule. Journey Live Production will, through poetry and performance art, create the urban-community Rock of Ages at the Paramount Theatre landscape of America Assassination (May Center cavorts with the gamblers and 24 through 26) at Davenport Junior Theatre, showgirls of Guys & Dolls (July 19 through 21) before entertaining family audiences with while the Prenzie Players offer a slice of The Princess & the Pea (August 3). Iowa Citys Native American history in author J.C. Luxtons debuting Bear Girl (June 14 through University of Iowa, for its annual summer23). That production will be housed at the repertory season, houses the pinball wizard QC Theatre Workshop, which presents its of The Whos Tommy (July 18 through 27) own theatrical premiere myself among its alongside the traveling-theatre artists of No cast with Aaron Randolph IIIs war-veteran Fish in the House (June 28 through July 13) and the definitive child from hell of The Bad drama A Green River (July 5 through 14). As Seed (June 28 through July 13). for Iowas Princeton Players, they bring an The Coralville Center for the Performing original spin to Greek mythology in the Bolls Arts has a pair of tune-filled Tony winners Community Center staging of Argonuts: Jason on the horizon with Shrek the Musical & the Quest for the Golden Fleece (August 9 (June 14 through 16) and Rent (August 2 through 11). through 4), presented alongside the family Speaking of nuts, therell be plenty more of entertainments The Little Mermaid Jr. (July em on display in the other area productions 19 through 21) and Calamity Jane & the hoping to score summertime laughs. Amanas Showdown at Dry Gulch (August 4). And Im Old Creamery Theatre will host comic actors sure it goes without saying that Quad City galore in its quartet of theatrical comedies: Music Guild isnt letting a summer season Diary of a Worm, a Spider, & a Fly (June 15 pass without staging a trifecta of musical hits, through 29), Moonlight & Magnolias (July 11 and the Moline organization looks to have a through 28), Lumberjacks in Love (August hearty one on its hands with its forthcoming 1 through September), and season-starter Cabaret (June 14 through 23), Peter Pan Cookin with Gus (May 30 through June 30). (July 12 through 21), and 9 to 5: The Musical Further culinary cackles can be had with the (August 9 through 18). Richmond Hill Barn Theatres Geneseo Rock Islands Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse staging of 100 Lunches: A Gourmet Comedy delivers a musical trio of its own with Click, (June 6 through 16), which precedes the Clack, Moo: Cows That Type (June 25 through venues farcical melodrama The Curse of an July 27), Southern Crossroads (August 16 Aching Heart (July 11 through 21) and the through September 21), and the crossroads farce-sans-melodrama Love Thy Neighbor of a different sort in Menopause: The Musical (August 15 through 25). And the Playcrafters (June 5 through August 10). Circa 21s Barn Theatre, to wrap up this years preview neighbors at the District Theatre have Little of summer-seaason titles, will host laughs Shop of Horrors (July 10 through 28) as a times Fore! in The Fox on the Fairway (July song-filled complement to three summer 12 through 21), which is a slapstick comedy plays: The Chronicles of Lincoln & Grant (May by Lend Me a Tenor author Ken Ludwig, and 24 and 25), Doubt (June 13 through 23), and not the long-awaited stage account of my reasons to be pretty (August 8 through 18). miniature-golf obsession. The wait continues, Meanwhile, the other side of Rock Island Im afraid. Lincoln Park, to be specific will host the professional dancers of Ballet Quad Cities, For more information on the areas summer whose annual Ballet Under the Stars (June theatre productions, visit RCReader.com/y/ 7 through 9) presentations offer music with theatre.
West Side Story at the Peoria Civic Center
through July 6). Princeton, Illinois Festival 56, meanwhile, has the master playwright covered with its production of Macbeth (June 30), an outdoor offering occurring in tandem with indoor stagings of Completely Hollywood [abridged] (June 21 through 29), Talleys Folly (July 2 through 9), The Heiress (July 16 through 20), Treasure Island (July 20 through 26), and the song-and-dance fun of Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (July 5 through 15) and The Full Monty (July 27 through August4). More hit musicals are on hand within the areas other summer-stock rosters. The Clinton Area Showboat Theatre in addition to presenting the comedies Camp Christmas (July 19 and 20), Rock Around the Classroom (August 9 and 10), and Almost, Maine (August 15 through 23) will offer up four of them via Forever Plaid (June 6 through 16), Godspell (June 20 through 29), The Sound of Music (July 3 through 21), and She Loves Me (July 25 through August 3). And Mt. Carrolls Timber Lake Playhouse, which will stage a touching drama with Tuesdays with Morrie (June 20 through 29) and a giddy slapstick with Unnecessary Farce (July 18 through 27), has a musical quintet lined up with A Chorus Line (June 6 through 16), The Music Man (July 5 through 14), Seussical Jr. (July 9 through August 10), Monty Pythons Spamalot (August 1 through 15), and the Gershwin revue SWonderful (August 15 through 25). You want even more musicals this summer? You got em! Anamosas Starlighters Theatre says LChaim! to the theatrical staple Fiddler on the Roof (August 2 through 11), and Maquoketas Ohnward Fine Arts
Jersey Boys at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines
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Events
Outdoor Festivals and Events Davenport June through August
MUSIC
CONCERTS
June
The Manny Lopez Big Band, Lopez and his 13 piece big band will be playing all your favorites from the Big Band era; featuring hits from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton; 5pm doors, 6pm show; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 6pm Fri Jun 14. Juneteenth: Preservation Hall Jazz Band, concert held in conjunction with the anniversary of slaverys abolition; for information, call 563322-7363, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, QCJuneteenth.com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 14. Chicago, concert with the legendary pop band; $35-65; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 8pm Mon Jun 17. Aaron Carter, pop and hip-hop singer in concert; $15; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 7:30pm Tue Jun 18. Lojo Russo, Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 20. Terri Clark, Canadian country musician in concert; $25-35; for information, call 800-7245825, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf, IA, Bettendorf. isleofcapricasinos.com, 7:30pm Fri Jun 21. Bettendorf Park Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series, directed by James Crowder and associate Steve Montgomery; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jun 21. An Evening with the Portland Cello Project, indie-rock string ensemble in concert; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 7:30pm Thu Jun 27. Dream Lover: A Salute to Bobby Darin, tribute concert with national touring artist Robert Shaw and a live band; 5:45pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; $48.07; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. com, 7:15pm Thu Jun 27. Minus Six, Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 27. Dream Lover: A Salute to Bobby Darin, tribute concert with national touring artist Robert Shaw and a live band; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show; $42.43; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 1pm Thu Jun 27 and Fri Jun 28. Illinois Air Force National Guard Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jun 28. Paul Cioe, an event in the Brown Bag Lunch Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, noon Fri Jun 28. Here Come the Mummies - The Brat Pack, the well-wrapped rockers in concert, with an opening set by The Brat Pack; $20 advance tickets; for information, call 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO.com, 8pm Fri Jun 28. Music Fest, featuring performances by Julie
he River Cities Reader offices are located in Davenport. I will therefore attempt to tell you about the numerous outdoor festivals and annual events taking place in Davenport this summer in a measured, neutral tone that doesnt suggest Im promoting our papers home city with undue Jake Owen favoritism. On June 1 and 2, GLBT culture will be celebrated in the streets with the musicians, artisans, and vendors of QC Pridefest, taking place in Davenports Rainbow District at Second and Warren streets. From June 12 through 15, the 19th Annual Rally on the River will gather motorcycle enthusiasts at Centennial Park for demonstrations, contests, and concerts with dozens of area rockers. Commemorating the announcement of slaverys abolition, this years Juneteenth Festival will bring historical presentations, childrens activities, and live entertainment to LeClaire Park on June 24. Fans of fireworks are invited to celebrate the Fourth of July one day early, when LeClaire Park and Modern Woodmen Park co-host Davenports annual family event Red, White, & Boom! on July 3. LeClaire Park also hosts three days of music and childrens workshops in this years Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, taking place July 4 through 6, while Centennial Park welcomes the touring country-music performers Kellie Pickler, Rodney Atkins, and Darius Rucker among them of the Heartland Jam on July 19 and 20. Downtown Davenports annual Bix Weekend boasts the worldwide long-distance runners taking part in July 27s 2013 Bix 7 Race and on July 26 and 27 the local musicians, craftspeople, and vendors at the 42nd Annual Street Festival. The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds will host its annual Mississippi Valley Fair July 30 through August 4, with this years nightly concert headliners including Toby Keith, Josh Turner, Dwight Yoakam, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Diamond Rio, and Jake Owen. And Davenports August concludes musically in the venues hosting this years Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival from August 1 through 4, and in LeClaire Park, where famed roots musicians will headline 2013s River Roots Live. So thats Davenports outdoor-event season. And I think youll agree that it promises to be nothing less than the most spectacular, unforgettable three months of outdoor events that humankind has ever known, all taking place in the most magical city on Gods green Earth. (What? That was measured and neutral! I didnt use italics!) For more on Davenports summer festivals and events, call (563)322-1706 or visit DowntownDavenport.com. Mike Schulz
Lee & Her White Rose Duo and the Lyle Beaver Trio; Fri. 6pm, Sat. 2pm; $20/weekend, $10-15/ day; for information, call 563-284-5165, Walcott Coliseum, 116 E Bryant St, Walcott, IA, Fri Jun 28n and Sat Jun 29. Piano Legends: The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John, concert of favorite songs with Matt & The Lonely Street Band; $20-25; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 7pm Fri Jun 28 thru Sat Jun 29. Rock the District 2013: Here Come the Mummies, tightly wrapped rockers in an all-ages concert, with an opening set by The Brat Pack; $20 advance tickets; for information, call 309-7886311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 6pm Fri Jun 28. Rock the District 2013: Theory of a Deadman, Canadian rockers in concert, with performances by 3 Years Hollow, Candlelight Red, and 3 Pill Morning; 6pm gates; $30; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict. com, 6pm Sat Jun 29.
July
Bettendorf Park Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series, directed by James Crowder and associate Steve Montgomery; part of Bettendorfs Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration; free; for information, call 563-3325190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Thu Jul 4. 2013 Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, annual jazz weekend with concerts on the tent and bandshell stages, blues and BlueSKool workshops, a photo exhibit, vendors, and more; $15-20; for information, call 563-322-5837 or e-mail mvbs@mvbs.org, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, MVBS.org, Thu Jul 4 thru Sat Jul 6. Orion Community Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jul 5. Matchbox 20 & Goo Goo Dolls, rockers in concert in their co-headlining tour; $29.50-59.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 7pm Wed Jul 10. Whoozdads?, Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 11. Bettendorf Park Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series, directed by James Crowder and associate Steve Montgomery; free; for information, call 563-332-5190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, Fri Jul 12. The Manny Lopez Big Band, Lopez and his 13 piece big band will be playing all your favorites from the Big Band era; featuring hits from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton; 5pm doors, 6pm show; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 309-7867733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 6pm Fri Jul 12. Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, Vermontbased rockers in their Roar Tour Summer 2013; $27-47; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 8pm Sat Jul 13. Branson on the Road, touring production of country and gospel tunes and family-friendly comedy; 11:45am doors, noon plated lunch, 1pm show; $42.32; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. com, 1pm Tue Jul 16. Tewanta Lopez & Co., Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 18. Melvins, American rockers in their 30th anniversary U.S. tour, with an opening set by Honky; $18; for information, call 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO.com, 8:30pm Thu Jul 18. Circus Band, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series; free; for information, call 563-3325190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jul 19. Heartland Jam, annual music festival featuring performances by Charissa Mrowka, Danielle Peck, Phil Vassar, Kellie Pickler, and Darius Rucker on Friday, and the Dani Lynn Howe Band, Katie Armiger, Lauren Alaina, Jerrod Niemann, and Rodney Atkins on Saturday; $45-1290; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, HeartlandJam.com, 1pm Fri Jul 19 and Sat Jul 20. Danika Holmes, Fayes Field hosts an event in the Summer Concert Series; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 25. Bettendorf Park Band Favorites Concert, a concert in the Summer Outdoor Series, directed by James Crowder and associate Steve Montgomery; free; for information, call 563-3325190, Bill Bowe Memorial Bandshell, Middle Park, Bettendorf, IA, 7:30pm Fri Jul 26. Toby Keith, country superstar performing on the Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand Stage; $40-45 grounds admission; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, 8pm Tue Jul 30. Uncle Kracker, rock musician performing on the Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand Stage; $40-45 grounds admission; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, 8pm Wed Jul 31.
August
Dwight Yoakam, country superstar performing on the Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand Stage; $40-45 grounds admission; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, 8pm Thu Aug 1. Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, annual, four-day celebration of jazz great and Davenport native Beiderbecke, with concerts at downtown venues, workshops, a blues photography exhibit, and more; for information, call 563-326-1732, Downtown Davenport, IA, BixSociety.org, Thu Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 4. Lynyrd Skynyrd, legendary rockers performing on the Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand Stage; $40-45 grounds admission; for information, call 563-326-53388, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, 8pm Fri Aug 2. Diamond Rio, country and Christian musicians performing on the Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand Stage; $40-45 grounds admission; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, 8pm Sat Aug 3. Jake Owen, country musician performing on the Mississippi Valley Fair Grandstand Stage; $40-45 grounds admission; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, 8pm Sun Aug 4. A Night of Sunshine, all-new cabaret performance with Sunshine Ramsey, featuring performances by Circa 21 singers and musicians and students from Sunshines Performing Arts Studio; $15-18; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. com, 7pm Tue Aug 6 thru Thu Aug 8. The Manny Lopez Big Band, Lopez and his 13 piece big band will be playing all your favorites

from the Big Band era; featuring hits from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Henry Mancini, and Stan Kenton; 5pm doors, 6pm show; $12-15; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 6pm Fri Aug 9. Ya Maka My Weekend, annual celebration of Caribbean culture with concerts, vendors, activities, and more; Fri. 5pm gates, Sat. noon gates; for information, call 309-788-6311, Daiquiri Factory, 1809 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict. com, Fri Aug 9 and Sat Aug 10. River Roots Live, annual concerts with roots musicians, vendors, and the Ribfest, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, RiverRootsLive. com, Fri Aug 16 and Sat Aug 17. William Elliott Whitmore, blues singer and instrumentalist in an outdoor concert; $12; for information, call 309-793-4060, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RIBCO.com, 8pm Fri Aug 30. Karma Threesixty, music and poetry with the Chicago-based performance artist; $8-10; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/ Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 8pm Fri May 17. Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience, concert celebration of Creole culture with a blend of New Orleans and Afro-Caribbean funk-reggae; a Hancher Auditorium presentation; free; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160, Iowa City Ped Mall, 14 S. Clinton St, Iowa City, IA, http://www. hancher.UIowa.edu/events/simien.html, 6:30pm Fri May 17. Chase Garrett, blues, boogie woogie and swing with the Iowa City pianist; $10/person, BYOB; for information and tickets, call 563-2628791, Orange Street Theatre, 701 Orange St, Muscatine, IA, 7pm Sat May 18. City High & West High Jazz Ensembles, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat May 18. Drums United: World of Rhythm, ensemble mixes African, Latin, Spanish, and Indian drum traditions with western drumming, and uses contemporary electronic options; $10; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, 1pm Sat May 18. Rave On! The Buddy Holly Experience, highenergy rock & roll show with Holly interpreter Billy McGuigan; $13-25; for information, call 563-6529815, Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215 E Platt St., Maquoketa, IA, OhnwardFineArtsCenter.com, 7pm Sat May 18. Balfa Toujours, acoustic Cajun musicians in concert; $17-21; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Sun May 19. Hot Club of Cowtown, Austin-based Western swing trio in concert; $20-25; for tickets and

information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 7pm Sun May 19. Northwest Junior High Choir Concert, choral students from Northwest Junior High School will perform; free; for tickets and information, call 319-248-9370, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, 7:30pm Mon May 20. Bob Fest, musicians and poets perform a birthday tribute to singer/songwriter Bob Dylan; open to all ages and abilities; for information, call 319-339-0804, Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, UptownBills.org, 7pm Thu May 23. Yo La Tengo, concert with musicians Ira Kaplan, Georgia Hubley, and James McNew; $25; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Thu May 23. David Zollo, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri May 24. Martin Sexton, touring singer/songwriter in concert; $22-27; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 8pm Fri May 24. Hector Del Curto Tango Trio, concert with the Argentinian musician and his ensemble; a concert in the Live at the Temple series; for information and tickets, call 515-246-2300, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines Temple Theater, 10th & Locust St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, 7:30pm Sat May 25. Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning Centers Spring Recitals, at 2 & 5pm; free; for tickets and information, call 319-248-9370, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, 2pm Sat May 25. Tony Brown & the Earth Riddim Band, a
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May
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Southerngospel vocal quartet in concert; $20-25, ages 12 & under free; for information and tickets, call 260484-1029, First Federated Church, 4801 Franklin Ave., Des Moines, IA, 7:30pm Thu May 16. The X Spring Fling Concert: Stone Sour Papa Roach - All That Remains - Sick Puppies - In This Moment, rockers in concert; $40-100; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter. com, 6pm Thu May 16. Tylan, German folk-pop musician in concert; $12-15; for information and tickets, call 319-3641580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Thu May 16. Jazz Night, on Thursdays; free; for information, call 309-341-7265, McGillacuddys, 58 S. Cherry, Galesburg, IL, Knox.edu, 8pm Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30.
concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat May 25. Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning Centers Spring Recitals, at 1:30 & 4pm; free; for tickets and information, call 319-248-9370, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, 1:30pm Sun May 26. The Black Crowes, chart-topping rockers in their Lay Down With Number 13 world tour, $39.50-49.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7:30pm Tue May 28. The African Showboyz, African drum and dance with Ghana-based brothers Napoleon, Joseph, Moses, Isaac, and JJ Sabbah; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/ Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Wed May 29. Calexico, concert with the country, Latin, and Tex-Mex musicians; $18-22; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Fri May 31. Johnny Kilowatt with Gloria Hardiman, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri May 31.
June
Adam Ezra, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@ summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 1.
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The Beaker Brothers, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 13. Dawes, Los Angeles-based rockers in concert, with an opening set by Shovels & Rope; $20-23; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 7pm Sun Jul 14. Feralings - Awful Purdies, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@ summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Jul 19. Mavis Staples, soul and gospel legend in concert, with an opening set by Pieta Brown; $3555; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Fri Jul 19. Aaron Kamm & the One Drops, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 20. Ben Soltau & the Funk Guarantee, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Jul 26. Bonne Finken, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@ summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 27. Don McLean, concert with the chart-topping musician of American Pie; $40-65; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Sat Jul 27. Gregory Alan Isakov w/ Jeffrey Foucault, Colorado-based, South Africa-born musician in concert; $14-17; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Tue Jul 30. John Hiatt & the Combo - Holly Williams, concert with the venerable singer/songwriter/ guitarist, with an opening set by Holly Williams; $35-45; for tickets and information, call 319-6882653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Tue Jul 30. FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair. org, 8pm Thu Aug 8. Happy Together Tour 2013, starring The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie, Gary Puckett & the Union Gap, Chuck Negron of Three Dog Night, Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere & the Raiders, and Gary Lewis & the Playboys; a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $25; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Fri Aug 9. The Ramblers, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Aug 9. House of Escher, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@ summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Aug 10. The Official Blues Brothers Revue, concert with the Jake and Elwood impersonators; $25-35; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Sat Aug 10. Dierks Bentley, performing with special guest Justin Moore; a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $39; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Sun Aug 11. Happy Together Tour 2013, for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Sun Aug 11. Victoria Justice, performing with special guest Pentatonix; a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $29; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Tue Aug 13. Bob Mould Band, concert with the Husker Du and Sugar musician and his ensemble; $22-25; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Thu Aug 15. Toby Keith, performing with special guest Kip Moore; a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $49; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Thu Aug 15. Kevin B.F. Burt & Big Medicine, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Aug 16. Train, performing with special guest Matt Nathanson; a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $39; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Fri Aug 16. Carly Rae Jepsen and The Wanted, a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $35; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Sat Aug 17. Alan Jackson and Gary Allan, a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $39; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Sun Aug 18. Jake McVey, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Aug 23.
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Outlying Areas
June
Lady Antebellum, Grammy-winning country superstars in concert; $36.50-150; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, USCellularCenter.com, 7:30pm Sat Jun 1. They Might Be Giants, alternative rockers in concert, with an opening set by Moon Hooch; $25-27.50; for tickets and information, call 319688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 7pm Sun Jun 2. Son Volt, Americana concert with Jay Farrar and his ensemble; $22-25; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Mon Jun 3. Peter Case, legendary singer/songwriter in concert; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Tue Jun 4. The Tallest Man on Earth, concert with the singer-songwriter from Dalarna, Sweden, with an opening set by Strand of Oaks; $17.50-20; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Tue Jun 4. Bella Soul w/ Tina Haase Findlay, concert in the First Fridays series with refreshments, art, a cash bar, and more in the courtyard; $5; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 5pm Fri Jun 7. Molly Hatchet, multi-platinum-selling Southernrock artists in concert; $15-22; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino Event Center, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA, RiversideCasinoAndResort.com, 8pm Sat Jun 8. Luke Bryan, multi-platinum-selling country artist in his Dirt Road Diaries tour, with opening sets by Thompson Square and Florida Georgia Line; $27.25-$52; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Thu Jun 13. Kaivama & The Polka Chicks, FinnishAmerican musicians Sara Pajunen and Jonathan Rundman Kaivama in concert; $17-21; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/ Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 8pm Fri Jun 14. Tallgrass, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Jun 14. Preservation Hall Jazz Band, legendary ensemble celebrates the dirty rags, mournful blues, and laid back swing that form jazzs legacy; a Hancher Auditorium presentation; free; for tickets and information, call 319-335-1160, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.hancher.UIowa.edu, 4pm Sat Jun 15. Kelly Hogan, concert with the Georgiabased singer/songwriter; $18-22; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Tue Jun 18. The Fez, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Jun 21. Dan Dimonte & the Bad Assettes, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S.
Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 22. Jackson Browne, legendary singer/songwriter in his 2013 Acoustic Tour, performing with singer/songwriter and fiddle player Sara Watkins; $41-66; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, 7:30pm Tue Jun 25. Orquesta Alto Maiz, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@ summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Jun 28. Paula Cole, Grammy-winning singer/ songwriter in concert; $25-30; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 8pm Fri Jun 28. Pistol Annies, outdoor concert with country stars Ashley Monroe, Miranda Lambert, and Angaleena Presley; $35-70; for information and tickets, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA, RiversideCasinoAndResort.com, 9pm Fri Jun 28. Hey Marseilles, chamber-pop ensemble in concert; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 7pm Sun Jun 30.
July
Bad Company, English rock super-group in concert; $30-70; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA, RiversideCasinoAndResort.com, 9pm Wed Jul 3. 80/35 Music Festival, annual music festival featuring dozens of acts performing on several stages; featuring performances by David Byrne & St. Vincent, Yeasayer, Tea Leaf Green, Roster McCabe, Kitty (Pryde), Euforquestra, Dustin Smith & The Sunday Silos, and Annalibera; $39-150/day, Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, 80-35.com, Fri Jul 5. Iowa City Jazz Festival, annual, three-day festival featuring concerts on several stages, vendors, childrens activities, and more; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Downtown Iowa City, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, Fri Jul 5 thru Sun Jul 7. 80/35 Music Festival, annual music festival featuring dozens of acts performing on several stages; featuring performances by Wu-Tang Clan, Deerhunter, Umphreys McGee, Wavves, Mr. Babers Neighbors, House of Large Sizes, Jon Wayne & the Pain, The River Monks, Tires, Trouble Lights, and Mumfords; $39-150/day, Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, 80-35.com, Sat Jul 6. Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & the Conspirators, Grammy-winning rock legends in concert; $37-57; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 8pm Sat Jul 6. Arlo Guthrie, folk-music icon in concert; $4050; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 8pm Wed Jul 10. Bambu, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts. org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Jul 12. Faculty Lounge, concert in the First Fridays series with refreshments, art, a cash bar, and more in the courtyard; $5; for information, call 515-2774405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 5pm Fri Jul 12. Dick Dale, concert with the King of the Surf Guitar, featuring an opening set by Surf Zombies; $20-150; for tickets and information, call 319-3519175, Gabes, 330 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA, ICGabes.com, 9pm Fri Jul 12.
August
Jesse White Band - Chasing Shade, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Aug 2. Soul Searchers, concert in the First Fridays series with refreshments, art, a cash bar, and more in the courtyard; $5; for information, call 515-2774405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 5pm Fri Aug 2. Sean Costanza Band, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Aug 3. Casting Crowns, performing with special guest Jeremy Camp; a grandstand concert at the Iowa State Fair; $30; for information, call 800-545-
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Article and Photos by Bruce Walters
Art in Plain Sight: The Centennial Bridge
onnecting Davenport and Rock Island, the Centennial Bridge is one of the most beautiful architectural structures in the Quad Cities. Viewed in the daytime, it is a graceful example of modern design. At night, the lights on the bridges five arches transform it into the rivers showpiece. The bridge was designed by Iowa native Edward Ashton (1903-1985). Its lack of ornamentation is consistent with modern designs dictum that form follows function, yet Ashton stated that he built every bridge with an eye for the visible beauty of the structure. He designed more than 20 bridges including the Julien Dubuque Bridge in Dubuque, Iowa but considered the Centennial Bridge his best design. The bridges that have spanned the Mississippi in the immediate Quad Cities area are a virtual record of advancements in engineering. The first bridge to connect Davenport and the Rock Island Arsenal was wooden. Its 1872 replacement was iron, and it in turn was replaced in 1896 with a steel bridge that is still in use. When the Crescent Rail Bridge was completed three years later, it was built using a similar steel-construction form. Both bridges needed a rotating span to allow barges and other river traffic to pass. The first span of the Interstate 74 bridge, connecting Bettendorf and Moline, was completed in 1935, 18 months before San Franciscos Golden Gate Bridge was finished. (The second I-74 span was opened in 1959.) Though they are substantially different in scale (the I-74 bridge towers are 160 feet tall, while
the Golden Gates towers are 746 feet in height), both are suspension bridges built with similar engineering principles. Completed in 1940, the Centennial Bridge was the first four-lane bridge to cross the Mississippi. As historian Robert Jackson wrote in 1995 for the Historic American Engineering Record: The Centennial Bridge is a technologically significant structure as the first tied-arch span across the Mississippi River, and is also regarded as one of the most striking bridges ever built across the Father of Waters. In 1988, 128 sodium lamps were installed on the bridges arches. Funding for the project was raised by the Lights! River! Action! initiative of River Action.
The lights on top of the arches, which rise 89 feet above roadway, have little illuminating effect on the traffic crossing the bridge but are spectacular when viewed from the riverfront especially when twinned with their reflection on the rivers surface. At night, the lights draw attention to the bridges bold design and create one of the most compelling images of the Quad Cities area. Ashtons daughter, Ruth Johnson, spoke enthusiastically about the lighting as an addition to her fathers design in a telephone interview for this article. Rightfully, she regards the bridge as a work of art.
Bruce Walters is a professor of art at Western Illinois University. This is part of an occasional series on the history of public art in the Quad Cities. If theres a piece of public art that youd like to learn more about, e-mail the location and a brief description to BD-Walters@wiu.edu.
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MUSIC
CONCERTS
Outlying Areas
August
Parranderos Latin Combo, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Saturday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Aug 24. Creedence Clearwater Revisited, concert of hits performed by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rhythm section from the legendary group Creedence Clearwater Revival; $25-55; for tickets and information, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA, RiversideCasinoAndResort.com, 9pm Sat Aug 24. Uniphonics - Chazman Band, a concert in the Summer of the Arts Friday Night Concert Series; begins at dusk; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Fri Aug 30. Drum Lessons with Josh Duffee, receive instruction in snare-drum, mallet, timpani, auxiliary percussion, drumset studies and styles, and more; private, one-hour lessons available at $110/month; for information, e-mail jgoldkette@ msn.com, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. QC Rock Academy, accepting students for guitar, drums, bass, piano, and vocal lessons; for information, call 563-386-3044, QCRockAcademy. com, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Uptown Bills Seeking Artists, the coffee house hosts a new art exhibit each month and is currently looking for artists who would like to exhibit during the months of July through December; group shows which feature several artists are welcome in addition to individual shows; in keeping with its mission, Uptown Bills is particularly interested in artists with disabilities from our community; for information, call Tom Gilsenan at 319-339-0804, Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, UptownBills.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Americas Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway, the final evening of the Americas Music program will celebrate the great variety of music heard in the Quad Cities over the last fifty years as recorded in the archives of our public libraries and in your memories; bring your stories and instruments for an open mic at the evenings end; free; for information, call 309-524-2475, Western Illinois University Quad Cities, 3561 60th St, Moline, IL, AmericasMusicQC.com, 6pm Thu May 23. Summer Jazz Workshop, thru June 7; the workshop will teach improvisation, jazz history, jazz theory, ear training and transcribing jazz solo; jazz standards, Latin jazz, funk, bebop, blues and many other jazz styles will also be covered; $125; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 4pm Mon Jun 3. Dress Up & Dance: Pajama Jam, the pajama jam will feature live music by Joy Avenue Media Society, contests, giveaways, drink specials, and more; $5; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 9pm Sat Jun 8. Summer Jazz Workshop, thru June 14; the workshop will teach improvisation, jazz history, jazz theory, ear training and transcribing jazz solo; jazz standards, Latin jazz, funk, bebop, blues and many other jazz styles will also be covered; $125; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223,
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books on a wide variety of topics including biographies, histories, science, art, crime, and more; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Thu Jun 6. Tales from the Writers Room #5, music interspersed with humorous and reflective stories performed by professional local actors; performances feature Jane Pini, Doug Elliott and Gerard Estella as well as material from writers Jason Alberty, Akwi Nji, Dave Martino, Mary Sullivan and Adam Witte; $20-25; for information, call 319-3641580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts.org, 8pm Fri Jun 7 and Sat Jun 8. Shorts & Sweets @ Fairmount, discuss short stories, journal articles, poetry, and more, and Samantha Harings Late Nights @ Quad City Arts at the Airport through June 27 enjoy a delicious dessert while discussing; free; for Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 4pm Mon Jun 10. Thu May 16. Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, Tracing Footsteps: A Journal of Music, West End Book Club Discussion, discuss DavenportLibrary.com, 10am Mon Jun 10. Photography, and Tales of the Road featuring contemporary fiction and non-fiction books with Between the Lines, discuss contemporary Bill Payne of Little Feat, the evening will include this fun group; free; for information, call 563-326fiction and non-fiction at this lively book a live performance on piano and keyboards from 7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount discussion group; free; for information, call 563Payne, with his photography featured on the large St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm 326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern screens in the Redstone Room; the artist will offer Tue May 21. Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, commentary on his music, his career with Little Stranger in a Strange Land, a reading of DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Jun 12. Feat and beyond, and his photography; $20-25; Robert Heinleins novel with the Club 42 Book UI Summer Writing Festival Reading, on for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, group; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Wednesdays; join participants from the University The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, of Iowas Summer Writing Program as they RiverMusicExperience.org, 8pm Sat Jun 29. MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm Wed May 22. share new works and works in progress; free; for David Horwitz: Blues Photography, a free Adult Book Discussion Group, for information, call 319-338 -1566, Beadology Iowa, workshop held in conjunction with the Mississippi information, call 563-289-4242, LeClaire 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa. Valley Blues Festival; for information, call 563Community Library, 323 Wisconsin St, LeClaire, IA, com, 7pm Wed Jun 12 and Wed Jun 19. 322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, LeClaireLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed May 22. West End Book Club Discussion, discuss Davenport, IA, MVBS.org, 2:30pm Fri Jul 5. Out Loud Open Mic Reading, event hosted contemporary fiction and non-fiction books with John Primer, a free workshop held in by the Midwest Writing Center; attendees have this fun group; free; for information, call 563-326conjunction with the Mississippi Valley Blues the opportunity to share their poetry or prose; 7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount Festival; for information, call 563-322-5837, listeners welcome; free; for information, call 563St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, Tue LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, 324-1410, Downtown Central Perk, 226 W. 3rd St., Jun 18. MVBS.org, 5:30pm Fri Jul 5. Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 7pm What We Talk About When We Talk About Scottie Miller, a free workshop held in Thu May 30. Love, at 1 & 7pm: a discussion of Raymond conjunction with the Mississippi Valley Blues Carvers short story; free; for information, June Festival; for information, call 563-322-5837, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, Summer Reading Program Kick-off 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, MVBS.org, 4pm Fri Jul 5. Carnival, adult and child readers enjoy crafts, BettendorfLibrary.com, Wed Jun 19. Ironing Board Sam & Ardie Dean, a free games, giveaways, and a dunk tank; free; for Fateful Lightning: A New History of the workshop held in conjunction with the Mississippi information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Civil War and Reconstruction, the final part of Valley Blues Festival; for information, call 563Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., a three-part discussion of Allen C. Guelzos book 322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 12pm Sat with the Civil War Book Club; free; for information, Davenport, IA, MVBS.org, 5:30pm Sat Jul 6. Jun 1. call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 The 44s, a free workshop held in conjunction Avas Man, a discussion of Rick Braggs book 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm with the Mississippi Valley Blues Festival; for with the Pageturners Discussion group; free; for Thu Jun 20. information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public An Afternoon with Heather Gudenkauf, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, MVBS.org, 4pm Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. New York Times bestselling author will read and Sat Jul 6. com, 7pm Tue Jun 4. review her work and will share the story of her Toby Walker, a free workshop held in Book Talk: Carl Herzig, St. Ambrose English professional journey; free; for information, call conjunction with the Mississippi Valley Blues Professor Herzig will discuss his new book The 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Festival; for information, call 563-322-5837, Fearless Passage of Steven Kim: The True Story of Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 2:30pm Sat Jun 22. LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, an American Businessman Imprisoned in China for American Gods, a discussion of Neil Gaimans MVBS.org, 2:30pm Sat Jul 6. Rescuing North Korean Refugees; refreshments speculative fiction with the Club 42 Book will be served; free; for information, contact Joyce Group; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Haack at 563-333-6247 or haackjoycea@SAU.edu, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, St. Ambrose University Library, Davenport, IA, MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Jun 26. SAU.edu, 2:30pm Wed Jun 5. Adult Book Discussion Group, for Read Local with Salvatore Marici, held information, call 563-289-4242, LeClaire in partnership between the library and the Community Library, 323 Wisconsin St, LeClaire, IA, May Midwest Writing Center; the author will provide LeClaireLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Jun 26. a presentation and then sign and sell books; free; Fateful Lightning: A New History of the Civil Out Loud Open Mic Reading, event hosted for information, call 563-324-1410, Bettendorf War and Reconstruction, the second part of a by the Midwest Writing Center; attendees have Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, three-part discussion of Allen C. Guelzos book the opportunity to share their poetry or prose; IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 7pm Wed Jun 5. with the Civil War Book Club; free; for information, listeners welcome; free; for information, call 563Truth Be Told Book Club, discuss nonfiction call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 324-1410, Downtown Central Perk, 226 W. 3rd St.,
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Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 7pm Thu Jun 27. the Civil War Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Thu Jul 18. Adult Book Discussion Group, for information, call 563-289-4242, LeClaire Community Library, 323 Wisconsin St, LeClaire, IA, LeClaireLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 24. Club 42 Book Group, discussions of life, the universe, and everything via speculative-fiction reading; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Jul 24. Out Loud Open Mic Reading, event hosted by the Midwest Writing Center; attendees have the opportunity to share their poetry or prose; listeners welcome; free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Downtown Central Perk, 226 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 7pm Thu Jul 25.

Internship Program; free; for information, contact Ryan Collins at 563-324-1410 or mwc@ MidwestWritingCenter.org, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, Thu Aug 8. Shorts & Sweets @ Fairmount, discuss short stories, journal articles, poetry, and more, and enjoy a delicious dessert while discussing; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 10am Mon Aug 12. Between the Lines, discuss contemporary fiction and non-fiction at this lively book discussion group; free; for information, call 563326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Aug 14. C. Hope Clark, Clark will discuss her Carolina Slade mystery series, The Shy Writer Reborn: An Introverted Writers Wake-Up Call, and her website FundsForWriters.com; free; for information, call 563-344-5705, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm Thu Aug 15. Vicksburg 1863, a discussion of Winston Grooms book with the Civil War Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm Thu Aug 15. West End Book Club Discussion, discuss contemporary fiction and non-fiction books with this fun group; free; for information, call 563-3267832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Tue Aug 20. Short Story Discussion, at 1 & 7pm; title TBA, related to West Africa as a prelude to the Global Gathering West Africa Project in September and October; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, Wed Aug 21. Adult Book Discussion Group, for information, call 563-289-4242, LeClaire Community Library, 323 Wisconsin St, LeClaire, IA,
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State of Wonder, a discussion of Ann Patchetts book with the Pageturners Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 309524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jul 2. Shorts & Sweets @ Fairmount, discuss short stories, journal articles, poetry, and more, and enjoy a delicious dessert while discussing; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 10am Mon Jul 8. Between the Lines, discuss contemporary fiction and non-fiction at this lively book discussion group; free; for information, call 563326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Jul 10. UI Summer Writing Festival Reading, join participants from the University of Iowas Summer Writing Program as they share new works and works in progress; free; for information, call 319338 -1566, Beadology Iowa, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, BeadologyIowa.com, 7pm Wed Jul 10 thru Wed Jul 24. West End Book Club Discussion, discuss contemporary fiction and non-fiction books with this fun group; free; for information, call 563-3267832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jul 16. What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank, at 1 & 7pm; a discussion of the comic short story based on Raymond Carvers What We Talk About When We Talk About Love; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, Wed Jul 17. The Era of Reconstruction 1865 - 1877, a discussion of Kenneth M. Stampps book with
LeClaireLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Aug 28. Club 42 Book Group, discussions of life, the universe, and everything via speculative-fiction reading; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Aug 28. Out Loud Open Mic Reading, event hosted by the Midwest Writing Center; attendees have the opportunity to share their poetry or prose; listeners welcome; free; for information, call 563324-1410, Downtown Central Perk, 226 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 7pm Thu Aug 29. Writing Your Family History and Memoirs Workshop, led by multi-published author Joyce Grubbs; the qworkshop will help you take the information you have gathered from your genealogical research and create a meaningful written history or memoir; free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 1pm Sat May 18. Writers Studio, on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month; a writing critique group for all genres; bring several pages to read to the group and get feedback; free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 11am Sat May 18 thru Sat Aug 17. Online Creative Writing Basics II, a fourweek, facilitated online course format with one hour of live discussion each week; for the novice to intermediate writer of any genre who desires to fortify a fundamental foundation for his or her creative writing practice; the course builds on Basics I, further exploring the conventions of voice and style as a journey of discovery, elusive qualities that are unique to each workshop participant; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, Mon Jun 3.
WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
August
The Weird Sisters, a discussion of Eleanor Browns book with the Pageturners Book Discussion Group; free; for information, call 309524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Tue Aug 6. Read Local with Trish Nelson, held in partnership between the library and the Midwest Writing Center; the author will provide a presentation and then sign and sell books; free; for information, call 563-324-1410, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, 7pm Wed Aug 7. Trisha Georgiou Nelson, local poet/author Georgiou will read excerpts and share her journey of writing her poetry chapbook Quartered Enlightenment; free; for information, call 563-3445705, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm Wed Aug 7. The Atlas Launch Party, celebrating the collection of the best work by students in the Young Emerging Writers Summer
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performed by Tom Swenson and Dan Haughey; Q&A following; 8pm; $15; for information and tickets, call 309-235-1654, The District Theatre, 1611 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, DistrictTheatre.com, Fri May 24 and Sat May 25. America Assassination, Journey Live Productions and writer/director Curtis B. Lewis present an inside look into an urban community where characters share stories through uptempo rhythms, music, humor, and poetry; Fri. 7:30pm, Sat. 3 & 7:30pm, Sun. 6pm; $10-15; for information, call 309-716-4662 or E-Mail JourneyLiveProduction@gmail.com, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, JourneyLiveProduction-AmericaAssassinationPlay.eventbrite.com, Fri May 24 thru Sun May 26. Menopause the Musical, musical parody set to classic baby-boomer songs; Wed., Fri., Sat., and Thu. June 6 - 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet, 7:15pm pre-show, 7:45pm performance; Sun. - 3:45pm doors, 4-5pm buffet, 5:15pm pre-show, 5:45pm performance; Wed. - 11:30am doors, 11:45am12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm pre-show, 1:30pm performance; for tickets and information, call 309786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, Wed Jun 5 thru Sat Aug 10. Ballet Under the Stars, annual outdoor production by the dancers of Ballet Quad Cities; 8pm; donations encouraged; for information, call 309-786-3779, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, BalletQuadCities.com, Fri Jun 7 thru Sun Jun 9. Doubt, John Patrick Shanleys Pulitzer Prizeand Tony Award-winning drama, directed by James Fairchild; Thu.-Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm; $20; for tickets and information, call 309-235-1654, The District Theatre, 1611 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, DistrictTheatre.com, Thu Jun 13 thru Sun Jun 23. Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, production of the family musical based on Roald Dahs beloved childrens book, performed by students in the Centers annual musical-theatre camp; 7pm; for information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL, Center4Living.com, Fri Jun 14 and Sat Jun 15. Bear Girl, the Prenzie Players debuting play of womens power in a time of war and the young man who became Chief Black Hawk, written by J.C. Luxton and directed by Cait Bodenbender; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm pre-show, 8pm show, Sun. June 14 1:30pm pre-show, 2pm show, Sun. June 23 7:30pm pre-show, 8pm show; $10, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport, IA, PrenziePlayers.com, Fri Jun 14 thru Sun Jun 23. Cabaret, Kander & Ebbs musical classic set in WWII-era Berlin, directed by Bob Williams; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $11-16; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610, Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL, QCMusicGuild.com, Fri Jun 14 thru Sun Jun 23. The Magic Flute, Genesius Guilds and Opera@ Augustanas presentation of Mozarts lighthearted operetta; Sat. & Sun. 8pm; donations encouraged, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Genesius.org, Sat Jun 15 thru Sun Jun 23. Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type, family musical based on the book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin; $8.50; for tickets and show schedule, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. com, Tue Jun 25 thru Sat Jul 27. Alcestis, Genesius Guilds presentation of Euripides Greek tragedy; Sat. & Sun. 8pm; donations encouraged, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Genesius.org, Sat Jun 29 thru Sun Jul 7. org, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport, IA, qctheatreworkshop.org, Fri Jul 5 thru Sun Jul 14. Les Misrables, Countryside Community Theatres production of the Broadway-musical smash based on Victor Hugos novel, directed by David Turley; Thu.-Sat. 7pm (no show Thu. July 18), Sun. 2pm; $7-14; for tickets and information, call 563-285-6228, North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, 200 S. 1st St., Eldridge, IA, CCTOnStage.org, Fri Jul 5 thru Sun Jul 21. Little Shop of Horrors, Broadways longrunning man-eating-plant musical, directed by James Fairchild; Thu.-Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm (preview Wed. July 10); $20; for tickets and information, call 309-235-1654, The District Theatre, 1611 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, DistrictTheatre.com, Wed Jul 10 thru Sun Jul 28. Peter Pan, high-flying family musical based on the J.M. Barrie childrens classic, directed by Beth Marsoun; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $11-16; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610, Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL, QCMusicGuild.com, Fri Jul 12 thru Sun Jul 21. The Fox on the Fairway, farcical comedy by Ken Ludwig; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL, Playcrafters.com, Fri Jul 12 thru Sun Jul 21. Coriolanus, Genesius Guilds presentation of Shakespeares dramatic classic; Sat. & Sun. 8pm; donations encouraged, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Genesius.org, Sat Jul 13 thru Sun Jul 21. Les Misrables: School Edition, slightly modified version of the Broadway smash performed by students in the Centers annual musical-theatre camp; 7pm; for information, call 309-788-5433, The Center for Living Arts, 2008 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL, Center4Living.com, Fri Jul 26 thru Sun Jul 28. The Acharnians, Genesius Guilds presentation of Aristophanes Greek comedy, adapted by Don Wooten; Sat. & Sun. 8pm; donations encouraged, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Genesius.org, Sat Jul 27 thru Sun Aug 4.
Events
Outdoor Festivals and Events District of Rock Island May through September
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Young Emerging Writers Summer Internship Program, meets Mon.-Wed. evenings thru July 17; the program serves to educate students ages 15-19 in such areas as basic job skills, professional communication, magazine production, and creative written expression, and provides over 40 hours of instruction in prose, poetry, and drama; by the end of the program, the students will have applied and interviewed for a job, written and edited their creative writing projects in a small group environment, and produced a polished literary magazine, The Atlas, that is representative of their best work; free; for information, contact Ryan Collins at 563-3241410 or mwc@MidwestWritingCenter.org, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, Mon Jun 10. Young Writers Camp, thru June 28; young writers, who have recently completed grades 2-8, will explore and create personal writing in a relaxed atmosphere among supportive peer authors while developing a community of writers; participants will experiment with a variety of creative techniques and celebrate their work through a published anthology of writing; $100; for information, contact Dick Hanzelka at 563-333-6380 or HanzelkaRichardL@SAU.edu, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, SAU.edu, 8:30am Mon Jun 24. David R. Collins 2013 Writers Conference, three-day workshops on a variety of topics including poetry, fiction, and more; for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, MidwestWritingCenter.org, Thu Jun 27 thru Sun Jun 30.
his summers outdoor happenings in the District of Rock Island begin with May 18s Heart Walk 2013, a Saturdaymorning jaunt along a one- or three-mile route sponsored by the American Heart Association. If, like this city resident, you spend an inordinate amount of time Here Come the in Rock Island Mummies during the summer season, I highly recommend giving your ticker a workout during the walk, because that might be the only way itll survive three-plus months of hugely invigorating District events. Memorial Day weekend brings with it RIBCOs annual outdoor concerts featuring the disco dynamos of The Travoltas performing with openers Just Chords on May 25 and The Premium Sellouts on May 26 before the District streets clear on Monday for the bicycleracing excitement of 2013s Quad Cities Criterium. Cajun culture will again be celebrated with the soulful music, tasty cuisine, and multi-colored beads of the Gumbo Ya Ya festival (June 7 and 8), while circular objects will whiz through the air at intense velocities in the Daiquiri Factorys 9th Annual Dodgeball Showdown (June 15). The Daiquiri Factorys annual Rock the District concerts, meanwhile, will boast headliners Here Come the Mummies (and guests The Brat Pack) on June 28 and Theory of a Deadman (with openers 3 Years Hollow, Candlelight Red, and 3 Pill Morning) on June 29, while fireworks of a less musical nature grace the sky in July 3s annual Fourth of July celebration Red, White, & Boom! The sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the Caribbean will fill the District when Rock Island hosts numerous bands and vendors in 2013s Ya Maka My Weekend festival, taking place August 9 and 10. Labor Day weekend finds the 9th Annual Labor Day Ride for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma (August 31) occurring in tandem with the kart-racing enjoyment of the annual Rock Island Grand Prix (August 31 and September 1). And if youre feeling the desire for a smooth summertime (adult) beverage, you can certainly get your fill through the dozens of products and vendors associated with RIBCOs Fourth-Annual River City Beer Festiv-ale (exact date TBD). Too bad for me theres no Liver Walk 2013. For more on the District of Rock Islands summertime events, call (309)788-6311 or visit RIDistrict.com. Mike Schulz
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reasons to be pretty, Neil LaButes Tony Award-nominated dramatic comedy, directed by Bryan Tank; Thu.-Sat. 8pm, Sun 2pm; $20; for tickets and information, call 309-235-1654, The District Theatre, 1611 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, DistrictTheatre.com, Thu Aug 8 thru Sun Aug 18. Argonuts: Jason and the Quest for the Golden Fleece, the Princeton Players comically modernized adaptation of the Greek myth, directed by Georgia Jecklin; for information, call 563-271-4478, Princeton Bolls Community Center, 428 S. River Dr., Princeton, IA, Fri Aug 9 thru Sun Aug 11. 9 to 5: The Musical, Broadway musical based on the hit 1980 film comedy, directed by John VanDeWoestyne; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $1116; for tickets and information, call 309-762-6610, Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL, QCMusicGuild.com, Fri Aug 9 thru Sun Aug 18. Southern Crossroads, musical comedy featuring bluegrass and gospel favorites; Wed., Fri., Sat., and Thu. Aug. 15 - 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet, 7:15pm pre-show, 7:45pm performance; Sun. - 3:45pm doors, 4-5pm buffet, 5:15pm pre-show, 5:45pm performance; Wed. - 11:30am doors, 11:45am-12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm pre-show, 1:30pm performance; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, Wed Aug 14 thru Sun Sep 1.
boom, end-of-the-world comedy by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, directed by Tyson Danner; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm; pay-what-its-worth ticket pricing; for information and tickets, e-mail info@qctheatreworkshop.org, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport, IA, qctheatreworkshop.org, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. The Trouble with Cats, comedy by Gary Ray Stapp, directed by Megan Elliott; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL, Playcrafters. com, Fri May 17 thru Sun May 19. A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement, musicalcomedy follow-up to Church Basement Ladies; Fri., Sat., & Wed. - 5:45pm doors, 6-7pm buffet, 7:15pm pre-show, 7:45pm performance; Sun. 3:45pm doors, 4-5pm buffet, 5:15pm pre-show, 5:45pm performance; Wed. - 11:30am doors, 11:45am-12:45pm plated lunch, 1pm pre-show, 1:30pm performance; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 extension 2, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. com, Fri May 17 thru Sat Jun 1.

Murder at the Moonshinapalooza, dinner and an interactive mystery-comedy with the Its a Mystery troupe; $35; for tickets and information, call 563-344-9187, Skellington Manor Banquet & Event Center, 420 18th St, Rock Island, IL, ItsAMysteryQC.com, 6:30pm Fri May 17. The Chronicles of Lincoln and Grant, historical program co-written, co-produced, and
Opening in July
A Green River, debuting returning-soldier drama by Aaron Randolph III, directed by Daniel D.P. Sheridan; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; pay-what-its-worth pricing; for tickets and information, e-mail info@ qctheatreworkshop.
Now Playing
Outlying Areas
McComb 1964, by Niki Acton, a partially staged production directed by Emily Antoff; 7:30pm; for

information, call 309-341-7337, Harbach Theatre, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College, Galesburg, IL, Knox.edu, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. Summer Song, by Jon Hewelt, a bare-stage production directed by Kathleen Gullion; 7:30pm; for information, call 309-341-7337, Harbach Theatre, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College, Galesburg, IL, Knox.edu, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. The Wizard of Oz, stage-musical adaptation of the beloved family film; 7:30pm; $15-30; for tickets and information, call 319-366-8591, Theatre Cedar Rapids, 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, TheatreCR. org, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. The Last Romance, romantic comedy by Joe DiPietro; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun., Wed., & Thu. 3Pm; $18-27.50; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6194, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, OldCreamery.com, Thu May 16 thru Sun May 26. A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, City Circle Acting Company of Coralvill presents the Tony-winning musical comedy composed by Stephen Sondheim, directed by Patrick Du Laney; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $1227; for information, call 319-541-2980, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CityCircle.org, Fri May 17 thru Sun May 19. Once Upon a Mattress, beloved musical comedy based on the fairytale The Princess & the Pea; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $17-18; for tickets and information, call 319-462-4793, Starlighters II Theatre, 136 E. Main St., Anamosa, IA, Starlighters.org, Fri May 17 thru Sun May 19. extravaganza with the renowned circus troupe; $35-98; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, USCellularCenter.com, Thu Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 9. 100 Lunches: A Gourmet Comedy, farcical comedy by Joe Sears and Jack Sharkey, directed by Joe DePauw; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $8-10; for tickets and information, call 309-944-2244, Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, 600 Robinson Dr., Geneseo, IL, RHPlayers.com, Thu Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 16. A Chorus Line, the Tony Award-winning dance-musical classic; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $15-23; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Thu Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 16. Forever Plaid, musical comedy about a deceased group of barbersop-pop singers; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311 Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org, Thu Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 16. My Dinner with Andrew, world-premier drama by Robert John Ford presented by the DMSC Theater Company, directed by Matthew McIver; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $14; for information, call 515-288-3672, Des Moines Social Club, 1408 Locust St., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesSocialClub. org, Thu Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 16. Our Town, staged reading of Thornton Wilders Pulitzer Prize-winning classic; $10-15; for tickets and show schedule, call 319-366-8591, Theatre Cedar Rapids, 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, TheatreCR.org, Thu Jun 6 thru Sun Jun 16. SPT Theatre, music interspersed with humorous and reflective stories performed by professional local actors; 8pm; $20-25; for tickets and information, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, LegionArts. org, Fri Jun 7 and Sat Jun 8. National Theatre Live: This House, production of the new James Graham play, re-broadcast after being filmed live at the National Theatre in London; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 7pm Sat Jun 8. Shrek the Musical: Teen Edition, student version of Broadways musical-comedy fairytale; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sat. & Sun. 2pm; $12-27; for information and tickets, call 319-248-9370, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, Fri Jun 14 thru Sun Jun 16. Hamlet, Shakespeares tragedy classic directed by Kristin Horton; $18-40; for tickets and show schedule, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre Festival Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, RiversideTheatre.org, Fri Jun 14 thru Sat Jul 6. Diary of a Worm, a Spider, & a Fly, musical comedy based on the beloved childrens books; Saturdays at 1pm; $8.50; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6194, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, OldCreamery. com, Sat Jun 15 thru Sat Jun 29. Godspell, Stephen Schwartzs beloved Biblical musical; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311 Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org, Thu Jun 20 thru Sat Jun 29. Tuesdays with Morrie, autobiographical drama based on Mitch Alboms bestseller; Tue.Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $15-23; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Thu Jun 20 thru Sat Jun 29. Completely Hollywood [abridged], a Festival 56 production of Reed Martins & Austin Tichenors comedy in which three men attempt to summarize all of the greatest movies ever made; for tickets and showtimes, call 815-8795656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL, Festival56.com, Fri Jun 21 thru Sat Jun 29.
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13 - The Broadway Musical, coming-of-age musical by Tony-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, presented by Des Moines OnStage and the social club; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm (no show May 24), Sun. & Mon. May 27 2pm, $10-15, Des Moines Social Club, 1408 Locust St., Des Moines, IA, Midwestix.com, Fri May 17 thru Mon May 27. Boats, at 10:30am & 2:30pm; a family production by the Terrapin Puppet Theatre of Tasmania, Australia; $10; for tickets, call 800745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines Temple Theater, 10th & Locust St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, Sat May 18. West Side Story, the Tony-winning musical classic based on Romeo & Juliet; $37-67; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter. com, 7:30pm Mon May 20 and Tue May 21. Rock of Ages, Tony-nominated musicalcomedy with an 80s-hair-band score; 7:30pm; $45-60; for tickets and information, call 319-3668203, Paramount Theatre, 123 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, ParamountTheatreCR.com, 7:30pm Thu May 23. Crash by Sunny Bow Mar Lake, by Ben Lee, a fully staged production in the New Plays Festival, directed by Elizabeth Carlin Metz; 7:30pm; for information, call 309-341-7337, Harbach Theatre, Ford Center for the Fine Arts, Knox College, Galesburg, IL, Knox.edu, Thu May 23 thru Sat May 25. Cookin with Gus, farcical comedy by Jim Brochu; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun., Wed., & Thu. 3pm; $18-27.50; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6194, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, OldCreamery.com, Thu May 30 thru Sun Jun 30. Inaugural Iowa High School Musical Theater Awards Showcase, an evening of celebration and entertainment in which more than 300 students from nine Central Iowa high schools will be honored for their outstanding achievements as young musical-theater artists; featuring performances from the musical productions the students presented during the school year; $10; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesPerformingArts.org, 7pm Mon Jun 3. Cirque du Soleil: Quidam, multi-media
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Greek myth, directed by Georgia Jecklin, running August 9-11; seeking 23 women and men of all ages; be prepared to read from the script; prior stage experience not required; Thu. 5pm, Sat. 1pm; for information, call Matthew at 563-2714478, Princeton Bolls Community Center, 428 S. River Dr., Princeton, IA, Thu May 16 and Sat May 18. Open Reading: The School for Scandal, get a behind-the-scenes peek at an early phase of the productions artistic development with a readthrough of the play with the director; audience members will be invited to respond, and the feedback will help shape the production; free; for information, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, RiversideTheatre. org, 7pm Fri May 17. Circa 21 Bootlegger Auditions , seeking intelligent, attractive, outgoing performers who sing and move well; prepare one up-tempo show tune and bring the sheet music, as an accompanist will be provided; for information and to schedule an audition, call 309-786-7733 extension 2; Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 6pm Mon May 20. Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type , auditions for family musical running June 27-July 27; bring a photo and resume with you and prepare 16 bars of a song to perform; an accompanist will be provided; all roles paid; for information, call 309786-7733 extension 2; Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 7pm Mon May 20. Genesius Guild 2013 Season, auditions for Genesius Guilds productions of Euripides Alcestis (running June 29 - July 7), Shakespeares Coriolanus (July 13 - 21), and AristophanesThe Acharnians (July 27 - August 4); be prepared to read from scripts, Sat. & Sun. 1pm, Tue. & Thu. 7pm; Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Genesius.org, Sat May 25 thru Sun Jun 2. Stephen Sondheim Revue, auditions for an original revue of Sondheim songs, created by Tyson Danner and Mike Schulz, running Nov. 1-17; prepare a song featuring music and/or lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided, no a cappella singing or recorded accompaniment permitted; for information, e-mail info@qctheatreworkshop. org, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport, IA, qctheatreworkshop.org, 1-2:30pm Sat Jun 15. How I Learned to Drive, auditions for Paula Vogels Pulitzer Prize-winning drama directed by Thomas Alan Taylor, running Sept. 5-22; prepare a short monologue of two minutes or less, and be prepared to read from the script; for information, e-mail info@qctheatreworkshop.org, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport, IA, qctheatreworkshop.org, 2:30-4pm Sat Jun 15. Proof, auditions for the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama written by David Auburn and directed by Steve Parmley, running Sept. 13-22; be prepared to read from the script; Sat. 2-4pm, Sun. 7-9pm; for information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL, Playcrafters.com, Sat Jun 29 and Sun Jun 30. The Miracle Worker, auditions for William Gibsons Helen Keller drama directed by Rae Mary, running Nov. 8-17; be prepared to read from the script; Sat. 5-7pm, Sun.4-6pm; for information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL, Playcrafters.com, Sat Jun 29 and Sun Jun 30.
PERFORMANCES
Outlying Areas
The School for Scandal, Richard Brinsley Sheridans 18th-century satire, directed by Theodore Swetz; $18-40; for tickets and show schedule, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre Festival Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, RiversideTheatre.org, Fri Jun 21 thru Sun Jul 7. Miss Saigon, Way Off Broadway presents the Tony-winning Vietnam-era musical by the composers of Les Miserables; Fri., Sat., & July 3 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $12-38; for information and tickets, call 641-919-0580, Stephen Sondheim Center for the Performing Arts, Fairfield Arts & Convention Center, Fairfield, IA, WOBroadway. com, Fri Jun 28 thru Sun Jul 7. Spring Awakening, Tony-winning rockmusical smash based on Frank Wedekinds 1891 expressionist play; $15-30; for tickets andshow schedule, call 319-366-8591, Theatre Cedar Rapids, 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, TheatreCR. org, Fri Jun 28 thru Sat Jul 20. The Audience, production of the new Peter Morgan play directed by Stephen Daldry and starring Helen Mirren as Queen Elizabeth II, rebroadcast after being filmed live at the National Theatre in London; $15-18; for information and tickets, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 7pm Sat Jun 29. Macbeth, a Festival 56 production of Shakespeares classic tragedy; for tickets and showtimes, call 815-879-5656, Soldiers and Sailors Park, Princeton, IL, Festival56.com, Sun Jun 30 thru Sun Jul 28.
THEATRE
Opening in July
Talleys Folly, a Festival 56 production of Lanford Wilsons romantic drama; for tickets and showtimes, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing Arts Center, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL, Festival56. com, Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 9. The Sound of Music, Rodgers & Hammersteins stage-musical classic; Thu.Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311 Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org, Wed Jul 3 thru Sun Jul 21. The Music Man, Meredith Willsons musicalcomedy classic; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $15-23; for tickets and information, call 815244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Fri Jul 5 thru Sun Jul 14. Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, a Festival 56 production of Tim Rices and Andrew Lloyd Webbers beloved biblical musical; for tickets and showtimes, call 815-8795656, PHS Council Auditorium, 103 S Euclid Ave, Princeton, IL, Festival56.com, Fri Jul 5 thru Mon Jul 15. Seussical Jr., hour-long version of the Tonynominated storybook musical; 2pm; $6; for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Tue Jul 9 thru Sat Jul 13. Cyrano de Bergerac, a Classics at Brucemore production of Edmund Rostands romantic drama, held in the natural amphitheater near the pond; Thu.-Sat. 8pm; $15-20; for information and tickets, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Brucemore.org, Thu Jul 11 thru Sat Jul 20. The Curse of an Aching Heart: Or, Trapped in the Spiders Web, old-timey melodrama by Herbert Swayne, directed by Tom Morrow; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $8-10; for tickets and information, call 309-944-2244, Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, 600 Robinson Dr., Geneseo, IL,
& the Holy Grail; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $15-23; for tickets and information, call 815244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Thu Aug 1 thru Sat Aug 10. Lumberjacks in Love, musical comedy by the authors of Guys on Ice: The Ice-Fishing Musical; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun., Wed., & Thu. 3pm; $18-27.50; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6194, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, OldCreamery. Rick Springfield @ Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention com, Thu Aug 1 thru Sun Sep 1. Rent, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Center May 24 rock musical presented by the City Circle Acting Company of RHPlayers.com, Thu Jul 11 thru Sun Jul 21. Coralville; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $12-27; Moonlight & Magnolias, Gone with the for tickets and information, call 319-248-9370, Wind-themed comedy by Ron Hutchinson; Fri. Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th 7:30pm, Sun. & Thu. 3pm; $18-27.50; for tickets and information, call 319-622-6194, Old Creamery St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, Fri Aug 2 thru Sun Aug 4. Studio Theatre, 3023 220th Trail, Middle Amana, Fiddler on the Roof, legendary Broadway IA, OldCreamery.com, Thu Jul 11 thru Sun Jul musical about Russian family and tradition; Fri. 28. The Heiress, a Festival 56 production of Ruth & & Sat. 7;30pm, Sun. 2pm; $17-18; for tickets and information, call 319-462-4793, Starlighters II Augustus Goetzs dramatic classic; for tickets and Theatre, 136 E. Main St., Anamosa, IA, Starlighters. showtimes, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing org, Fri Aug 2 thru Sun Aug 11. Arts Center, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL, Festival56. The Princess & the Pea, stage fairytale com, Tue Jul 16 thru Sat Jul 20. presented by the Missoula Childrens Theatre Unnecessary Farce, farcical crime comedy by Company; at 3 & 6pm; $5-10; for tickets and Paul Slade Smith; Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. information, call 563-652-9815, Ohnward Fine 2pm; $15-23; for tickets and information, call 815244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Arts Center, 1215 E Platt St., Maquoketa, IA, OhnwardFineArtsCenter.com, Sat Aug 3. Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Seussical Jr., hour-long version of the Thu Jul 18 thru Sat Jul 27. Tony-nominated storybook musical; 11am; $6; Guys & Dolls, Frank Loessers timeless musical for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, comedy presented by the Ohnward Fine Arts Players and the Peace Pipe Players; Fri. & Sat. 7pm, Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Tue Aug 6 Sun. 2pm; $10-18; for tickets and information, call thru Sat Aug 10. 563-652-9815, Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215 E Calamity Jane & the Showdown at Dry Platt St., Maquoketa, IA, OhnwardFineArtsCenter. Gulch, production staged by Camp Creamery com, Fri Jul 19 thru Sun Jul 21. students ages 7-13; for tickets and information, The Little Mermaid Jr., the Young Footliters call 319-248-9370, Coralville Center for the present the one-act version of Disneys fairytale musical, based on the animated smash; for tickets Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, 6:30pm Fri Aug 9. and information, call 319-248-9370, Coralville Shrek the Musical, Way Off Broadway Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., presents the musical-comedy classic by Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, Fri Jul 19 thru composer Irving Berlin; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. Sun Jul 21. 2pm; $12-38; for information and tickets, call Annie Get Your Gun, Way Off Broadway 641-919-0580, Stephen Sondheim Center for presents the musical-comedy classic by the Performing Arts, Fairfield Arts & Convention composer Irving Berlin; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. Center, Fairfield, IA, WOBroadway.com, Fri Aug 9 2pm; $12-38; for information and tickets, call thru Sun Aug 18. 641-919-0580, Stephen Sondheim Center for Almost, Maine, romantic-comedy vignettes the Performing Arts, Fairfield Arts & Convention by John Cariani; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. Center, Fairfield, IA, WOBroadway.com, Fri Jul 19 3pm; for tickets and information, call 563-242thru Sun Jul 28. 6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311 Treasure Island, a Festival 56 production Riverview Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org, of Robert Louis Stevensons adventure classic, Thu Aug 15 thru Fri Aug 23. adapted by Ken Ludwig; for tickets and S Wonderful, revue of over 40 songs by showtimes, call 815-879-5656, PHS Council legendary composers George and Ira Gershwin; Auditorium, 103 S Euclid Ave, Princeton, IL, Tue.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 2pm; $15-23; Festival56.com, Sat Jul 20 thru Fri Jul 26. for tickets and information, call 815-244-2035, Jersey Boys, Tony-winning smash on musical Timber Lake Playhouse, 8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. legends The Four Seasons; for tickets, call 800745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Carroll, IL, TimberLakePlayhouse.org, Thu Aug 15 thru Sun Aug 25. Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, Wed Love Thy Neighbor, farcical comedy by Jul 24 thru Sun Aug 4. Gary Ray Stapp, directed by Eugenia Giebel; She Loves Me, Tony-winning musical-comedy Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $8-10; for tickets romance; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. & Wed. 3pm; and information, call 309-944-2244, Richmond for tickets and information, call 563-242-6760, Hill Barn Theatre, 600 Robinson Dr., Geneseo, IL, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, 311 Riverview RHPlayers.com, Thu Aug 15 thru Sun Aug 25. Dr., Clinton, IA, ClintonShowboat.org, Thu Jul 25 thru Sat Aug 3. The Full Monty, a Festival 56 production of the male-stripper musical comedy based on Thursday Theatre Talk: Hamlet & The School the Oscar-nominated movie; for tickets and for Scandal, join host Miriam Gilbert to discuss showtimes, call 815-879-5656, Grace Performing Riversides summer productions with directors Arts Center, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL, Festival56. Kristin Horton and Theodore Swetz; free; for com, Sat Jul 27 thru Sun Aug 4. information, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, RiversideTheatre. Opening in August org, 5:30pm Thu May 16. Argonuts: Jason and the Quest for the Monty Pythons Spamalot, Tony-winning Golden Fleece, auditions for the Princeton musical-comedy smash based on Monty Python Players comically modernized adaptation of the
AUDITIONS & EVENTS
Its a Glamorous Life, featuring students of Dance Connection; $6-18; for information, call 309-697-2712, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Sat May 18. May Latin Dance, in the Ballroom; presented
Performances
DANCE

by River City Latinos; for information, call 309232-9199, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 8pm Sat May 18. The Trocks: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, avant-garde dance troupe of male ballerinas who poke fun at the traditions of ballet and add a touch of drag to the mix; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, 7:30pm Tue May 21. Its a Glamorous Life, featuring students of Debbys School of Dance; $6-18; for information, call 309-699-1112, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Fri May 24. 14th Annual Dancers Studio Dance Concert: Stars & Stripes Festival, for information, call 309342-2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, TheOrpheum.org, 7pm Sat May 25. Nolte Academy Presents: Jet Set, Nolte Academy will perform their 2013 spring recitals; Fri. 6:30pm, Sat. and Sun. 2 & 6:30pm, $10-14; for tickets and information, call 319-248-9370, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, Fri May 31 thru Sun Jun 2. 2013: A Dance Odyssey, on Saturdays; featuring students of Kims Academy of Dance; $10-14; for information, call 309-682-8277, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, Sat Jun 1 and Sat Jun 8. Ballet Under the Stars, annual outdoor production by the dancers of Ballet Quad Cities; 8pm; donations encouraged; for information, call 309-786-3779, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, BalletQuadCities.com, Fri Jun 7 thru Sun Jun 9. White Linen Dance, presented by the Mu Chi Lamda of Alpha Phi Alpha, with music by DJ RL; $15-18; for information, contact Don Joyner at 309-782-0530 or e-mail donjoyner@carolina. rr.com, Davenport RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St, Davenport, IA, RiverCtr.com, 7pm Sat Jun 15. Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes, offering classes in Ballet, Jazz, Pointe, and Creative Movement, for ages 3 to adult; for information and to register, call 309-786-3779, Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance, 617 17th St, Rock Island, IL, BalletQuadCities.com, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Country Western Dance, on Fridays at 7pm; DJ music, free popcorn, BYOB; $7; for information, call 309-281-1409, Silver Spur Dance Hall, 1230 15th Ave., East Moline, IL, SilverSpurDanceHall. com, Fri May 17 thru Fri Aug 30. Eastern Chapter Polka Club of Iowa, Inc. Dance, with live music by Jim Busta Band; $8; for information, call 563-285-5989, Walcott Coliseum, 116 E Bryant St, Walcott, IA, EasternIowaPolkaClub.ning.com, 1:30pm Sun May 19. Classical-Style Bellydance Class, on Sundays; all-level bellydance class on Sundays, with no experience necessary; suitable for all body types; dress for comfortable movement; $10/class; for information and to register, call Jenahid at 563343-0866 or jenahid@gmail.com, QC SoDa Dance Studio, 1502 6th Ave., Moline, IL, QCHippers.com, Sun May 19 thru Sun Sep 1. Lower Deck Dance Party, Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, IowaCityYachtClub.org, 8pm Tue May 21 thru Tue Aug 27. Ballroom Dance, DJ music, free popcorn, BYOB; $8; for information, call 309-281-1409, Silver Spur Dance Hall, 1230 15th Ave., East Moline, IL, SilverSpurDanceHall.com, 7pm Sat May 25. Swing into Summer Dance w/ the Ken Paulsen Orchestra, featuring the full orchestra plus special guest musicians including Larry Bush on trumpet, Marty Bush on trombone, and Ken Killian on saxophone; $10; ample parking, cash bar; for information, contact Emeric or Shirley Solymossy at 563-359-7177, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, 3pm Sun Jun 9. Ballroom Dance, DJ music, free popcorn, BYOB; $8; for information, call 309-281-1409, Silver Spur Dance Hall, 1230 15th Ave., East Moline, IL, SilverSpurDanceHall.com, 7pm Sat Jun 22. Eastern Chapter Polka Club of Iowa, Inc. Dance, with live music by Top Notchmen; $8; for information, call 563-285-5989, Walcott Coliseum, 116 E Bryant St, Walcott, IA, EasternIowaPolkaClub.ning.com, 1:30pm Sun Jun 23. Eastern Chapter Polka Club of Iowa, Inc. Dance, with live music by Barefoot Becky; $8; for information, call 563-285-5989, Walcott Coliseum, 116 E Bryant St, Walcott, IA, EasternIowaPolkaClub.ning.com, 1:30pm Sun Jul 21. Ballroom Dance, DJ music, free popcorn, BYOB; $8; for information, call 309-281-1409, Silver Spur Dance Hall, 1230 15th Ave., East Moline, IL, SilverSpurDanceHall.com, 7pm Sat Jul 27. Ballroom Dance, DJ music, free popcorn, BYOB; $8; for information, call 309-281-1409, Silver Spur Dance Hall, 1230 15th Ave., East Moline, IL, SilverSpurDanceHall.com, 7pm Sat Aug 24.
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COMEDY
CLASSES & EVENTS
Murder at the Moonshinapalooza, dinner and an interactive mystery-comedy with the Its a Mystery troupe; $35; for tickets and information, call 563-344-9187, Skellington Manor Banquet & Event Center, 420 18th St, Rock Island, IL, ItsAMysteryQC.com, 6:30pm Fri May 17. ComedySportz, on Fridays & Saturdays at 7pm; interactive comedy with the areas long-running improv troupe; $10-$12; for tickets and information, call 309-786-1111 or e-mail Info@ComedySportzQC.com, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, ComedySportzQC.com, Fri May 17 thru Sat Jun 29. Studio Series: Side Project, new standupcomedy sets for ages 17 & up; $5 or free with ComedySportz ticket; for information, call 309786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat May 18. Laughter and Reflection with Carol Burnett, a conversation with the legendary comedienne with the audience asking the questions; $50 & up; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, IA, CivicCenter.org, 3pm Sun May 19. The Catacombs of Comedy Showcase, on Mondays at 10pm; hosted by Tom Garland, with the house band American Honey; $3-5, Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, IowaCityYachtClub.org, Mon May 20 thru Mon Jun 24. Studio Series: Sketchville, long-form sketch comedy for ages 18 & up; $5 or free with ComedySportz ticket; for information, call 309786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat May 25. Comedy Open Mic Interruption, free; for information, call 309-200-0978, Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RozzTox.com, 8pm Sun May 26. Open Mic Night, featuring an emcee and 12 local comedians; 7pm doors, 8pm show; $3 admission; full bar & menu; for information, e-mail OpenMic@establishmenttheatre.com or call 309-786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre. com, 8pm Wed May 29.
July 30, July 31 and August 1
SUMMER VISIT DAYS 2013
Explore Augustanas academic programs

July 30 July 31 education, business, ne and performing arts language and literature, humanities, social sciences
August 1 math and computer science, natural sciences, pre-health
and bring a short essay for a scholarship opportunity.

Students who have not chosen a major also are welcome at each event. Those who visit on one of these days have the chance to win one of three scholarships (one $1,000 and two $500). For information and to register, go to: augustana.edu/visit.
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Music
Trapt
What s Happenin What s Happenin

original lineup (though vocalist Chris Taylor Brown and bass player Peter Charell have been with the band from its very beginning), Trapt has since gone on to record five additional studio albums, with the most recent three among them this past Januarys Reborn all landing in the top 10 on Billboards U.S. Independent Albums charts. Trapts touring gigs, meanwhile, have found its musicians traveling the country, and the globe, alongside such notable acts as Mtley Cre, Buckcherry, Hinder, Three Days Grace, and Nickelback. Yet while such singles as Stand Up, Waiting, Echo, Contagious, and Whos Going Home with You Tonight? all charted in the top 20 of Billboards U.S. Mainstream Rock rankings, youll probably also hear a number of other familiar Trapt tunes during the bands RIBCO gig. Songs such as Disconnected, for instance. And Love/Hate Relationship. And Sound Off, and Drama Queen, and End of My Rope, and ... . And that list reminds me that Im late for a staff meeting. Trapt performs with opening sets by Eleven Fifty Two and Shadow Stone, and further information on the evening is available by calling (309)793-4060 or visiting RIBCO.com.
Event
Heritage Days
Rock Island Brewing Company Friday, May 17, 8 p.m.
Walnut Grove Pioneer Village Sunday, May 27, and Monday, May 28, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Steve Forbert
Rozz-Tox Saturday, May 18, 8 p.m.

egarding the lowkey instrumental arrangements and lyrical subtlety in his 2012 CD Over with You an album that American Songwriter called lovely, melancholy, lyrically moving, and beautifully performed the venerated pop and folk artist Steve Forbert described his
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n May 17, the Rock Island Brewing Company hosts an evening with the hard-rock and alternative-metal musicians of Trapt, an ensemble that began with four high-school friends hanging out after school and ended up as a platinumselling success story. My high-school friends and I couldve gone that route, too, but unfortunately, theres no platinum demarcation for number of comic books read or Asteroids games played over a single weekend. Formed in Los Gatos, California, in 1997, Trapts original members began playing local venues before any of them ventured off to college, and were even opening for fellow up-andcomer Papa Roach in 1998. Proceeds from their independently released Amalgamation and Glimpse, which the band sold before live shows, were strong enough to catch the attention of Warner Bros. Records, the company that distributed the groups self-titled studio-debut CD in 2002. And with that release and particularly the number-one-ranking performances of singles Headstrong and Still Frame on the U.S. Mainstream Rock charts Trapts platinum-selling popularity was certified. With a few changes in the groups
o you ever wish you could travel back to the late 1800s? You know, back before tweeting and IM-ing and losing hours upon hours of workdays to the reading of hilarious Facebook memes that your friends have posted with kitties saying all sorts of inappropriate ... ? Uh ... thats purely speculative on my part. I swear. I never do such things. (Man, Ive got to remember that my boss does occasionally read these articles ... .) Well, if youre looking to take a blast to the past over Memorial Day Weekend, youll be able to do it in period style at the
Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, where this years annual Heritage Days festival will be held May 27 and 28. With costumed staffers demonstrating folk art and selling their wares, the weekend will include
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musical approach in four simple words: Im not Lady Gaga. Consequently, those of you who show up at Rozz-Tox on May 18 sporting monster claws and meat dresses, Im sorry to say, will be sorely disappointed. The rest of you, though, are sure to enjoy a fantastic night of Americana tunes at the Rock Island venue, where Forbert will perform selections from a lauded career that has resulted in induction into the Mississippi Music Hall of Fame, a Grammy Award nomination, and 14 studio albums (plus nine live ones and six compilation CDs) to date. Most familiar for 1980s Romeos Tune the Jackrabbit Slim single that reached number
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Joe Louis Walker

The Redstone Room Friday, May 24, 8 p.m.
and services were far less expensive than they are today ... even less expensive than Heritage Days mere $2 entrance fee! To get in the mood for your time-travel weekend at Walnut Grove, try matching the above items to what they would roughly cost (based on a GTI.com survey) at the turn of the 20th Century. The Heritage Days festival is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday, and more information on the weekend is available by calling (563)328-3283 or visiting ScottCountyIowa.com.
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a sense of the ough his own music, houghtful, personal, l offerings that both ned over for more
than 35 years. AllMusic.com, for instance, states that Forbert is a wonderful songwriter with a clear and sharply observed vision of how life in the heart unfolds and reveals itself with the passage of time. And NoDepression.com, in praising Over with You, writes of Forberts songwriting prowess: He couches his sharp-tongued little barbs carefully in pretty, melodic sheaths that slide in easily, so you dont realize youre cut until you start to feel faint from blood loss. So, to recap: Monster claws and meat dresses on May 18? No. Rubbing alcohol and a tourniquet? Maybe. For more information on Steve Forberts local concert, call (309)200-0978 or visit RozzTox.com.
lues, soul, and gospel musician Joe Louis Walker, who plays Davenports Redstone Room on May 24, was born on December 25, 1949. If youre hip to the mans talents through recordings, concerts, or TV appearances, I think youll agree that we all got a Christmas present that day. Born in San Francisco, singer/ songwriter/guitarist Walker was a popular fixture in the Bay area music scene by his late teens, having already performed alongside the legendary likes of John Lee Hooker, Thelonious Monk, Muddy Waters, and Jimi Hendrix before the age of 20. After earning degrees in music and English from San Francisco State University, Walker spent nearly a decade immersed in gospel as a member of The Spiritual Corinthians Gospel Quartet, and returned to the blues for his 1966 solo debut Cold Is the Night. That albums release might mark the last time anything about Walkers professional career or popularity involved the word cold. Nominated in four categories including Best Contemporary Blues Male Artist and the prestigious B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Award at this years Blues Music Awards, Walker is a previous recipient of three
such prizes, and was inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame this past March. His 21 albums to date have found him collaborating with such talents as Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, and Tower of Power, and the artist has toured extensively throughout Japan, Australia, Taiwan, Ireland, Turkey, and Brazil. His electrifying stage presence and impassioned musicianship have earned Walker plaudits from critics nationwide; Blues Revue calls him one of contemporary blues most dynamic and innovative musicians, and Blurt magazine describes him as a phenomenal guitarist, a singer with a warm, soulful voice, a solid songwriter, and a dynamic showman. And Walker not only assisted Bill Clinton when the president inducted B.B. King at the Kennedy Center Honors, but also performed at President George W. Bushs 2001 inauguration, meaning that Walkers not just a supporter of the blues; hes also a supporter of the reds. (By which I mean Republicans. Not Communists. Just to be clear.) Joe Louis Walkers Redstone Room concert features an opening set by Nick & the Ovorols, and more information on the night is available by calling (563)326-1333 or visiting RiverMusicExperience.org.
What Else Is Happenin

Friday, May 17 Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience. Concert celebration of Creole culture with the AfroCaribbean funk-reggae ensemble, in a Hancher Auditorium presentation. Iowa City Ped Mall (14 South Clinton Street, Iowa City). 6:30 p.m. Free admission. For information, call (319)335-1160 or visit http://www.Hancher.UIowa. edu. Saturday, May 18 Dru Hill. R&B, soul, and gospel musicians in concert. i wireless Center (1201 River Drive, Moline). 9 p.m. $25-40. For tickets, call (800)745-3000 or visit iwirelessCenter.com. Saturday, May 18 Deadstring Brothers. Detroitbased alt-country and rock band in concert, with an opening set by Fifth of Country. Rock Island Brewing Company (1815 Second Avenue, Rock Island). 9 p.m. $6. For information, call (309)793-4060 or visit RIBCO. com. For a 2012 interview with the Deadstring Brothers Kurt Marschke, visit RCReader.com/y/ deadstring. Saturday, May 18 Rave
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Vintage Vows & Veils: Closing Day, final chance to catch the exhibit; $3-5; for information, call 563-322-8844, German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, GAHC.org, 10am Sun May 26. Putnam Museum Mystery Trip, a fun-filled day with a secret destination; $100-110; for information, call 563-210-1591, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Wed Jun 5.
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May & June
COMEDY
The Blacklist Presents 100 Laughs, local standup comedians perform at 9pm, and the improv troupe takes the stage at 10pm; 8:30pm doors; $10; for tickets and information, call 309786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Fri May 31. Studio Series: Wisenheimer, long-form improv with ComedySportz performers; $5 admission of free with ComedySportz ticket; for information and to reserve, call 309-786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat Jun 1. The Blacklist Presents Shots n Giggles, standup comics perform at 9pm, improv with the area comedy troupe at 10pm; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Jun 1. Daniel Tosh, Comedy Central standup performs in his The June Gloom Tour, with an opening set by Jarrod Carmichael; 7 & 9:30pm; $49.50-65; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, Thu Jun 6. Studio Series: Sketchville, long-form sketch comedy for ages 18 & up; $5 or free with ComedySportz ticket; for information, call 309786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat Jun 8. The Blacklist Presents 100 Laughs, local standup comedians perform at 9pm, and the improv troupe takes the stage at 10pm; 8:30pm doors; $10; for tickets and information, call 309786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Jun 8. Studio Series: Wild Card, improv comedy for ages 18 & up; $5 or free with ComedySportz ticket; for information, call 309-786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat Jun 15. The Blacklist Presents Shots n Giggles, standup comics perform at 9pm, improv with the area comedy troupe at 10pm; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Jun 15. The Speakeasy Laugh Hard, an evening of comedians from across the Midwest; $3; for information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. com, 8pm Fri Jun 21. Studio Series: Side Project, new standupcomedy sets for ages 17 & up; $5 or free with ComedySportz ticket; for information, call 309786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat Jun 22. Open Mic Night, featuring an emcee and 12 local comedians; 7pm doors, 8pm show; $3 admission; full bar & menu; for information, e-mail OpenMic@establishmenttheatre.com or call 309-786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre. com, 8pm Wed Jun 26. Studio Series: Comedy Riot, new standupcomedy sets for ages 17 & up; $5 or free with ComedySportz ticket; for information, call 309786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat Jun 29.
July & August

The Catacombs of Comedy Showcase, on Mondays at 10pm; hosted by Tom Garland, with the house band American Honey; $3-5, Iowa City
Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa Open Mic Night, featuring City, IA, IowaCityYachtClub.org, an emcee and 12 local Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Sep 2. comedians; 7pm doors, ComedySportz, on Fridays 8pm show; $3 admission; & Saturdays at 7pm; interactive full bar & menu; for comedy with the areas longinformation, e-mail OpenMic@ running improv troupe; $10-$12; establishmenttheatre.com for tickets and information, or call 309-786-1111, The call 309-786-1111 or e-mail Establishment Theatre, 220 Info@ComedySportzQC.com, 19th St., Rock Island, IL, The Establishment Theatre, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 220 19th St., Rock Island, IL, 8pm Wed Aug 28. ComedySportzQC.com, Fri Jul 5 The Blacklist Presents thru Sat Aug 31. Shots n Giggles, standup Studio Series: Wisenheimer, comics perform at 9pm, long-form improv with improv with the area comedy ComedySportz performers; troupe at 10pm; $10; for Mavis Staples @ Englert $5 admission of free with information and tickets, call Theatre July 19 ComedySportz ticket; for 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa information and to reserve, call 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., 309-786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Aug 31. 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre. com, 9:30pm Sat Jul 6. The Blacklist Presents Shots n Giggles, standup comics perform at 9pm, improv with the area comedy troupe at 10pm; $10; for Vintage Vows & Veils, exhibit featuring over information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 ext. 30 wedding gowns, plus photos and heirlooms, 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock from 1868 to the present; free with $3-5 Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Jul 6. admission; for information, call 563-322-8844, The Blacklist Presents 100 Laughs, local German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd standup comedians perform at 9pm, and the St., Davenport, IA, GAHC.org, Thu May 16 thru improv troupe takes the stage at 10pm; 8:30pm Sun May 26. doors; $10; for tickets and information, call 309Destination: Space, exhibit on space 786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, exploration, featuring authentic space artifacts 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm and pieces on loan from NASA; free with $5-7 Sat Jul 13. museum admission; for information, call 563Open Mic Night, featuring an emcee and 324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, 12 local comedians; 7pm doors, 8pm show; $3 Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun admission; full bar & menu; for information, Jun 2. e-mail OpenMic@establishmenttheatre.com or Bodies Revealed, exhibit provides an call 309-786-1111, The Establishment Theatre, 220 opportunity to see inside carefully preserved real 19th St., Rock Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre. anatomical specimens and learn the detailed com, 8pm Wed Jul 31. structure and function of the human body; $13Studio Series: Wisenheimer, long-form 18; for tickets and information,call 563-324-1933, improv with ComedySportz performers; $5 Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, admission of free with ComedySportz ticket; for Putnam.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jul 14. information and to reserve, call 309-786-1111, Butterfly Art Project, exhibit featuring works The Establishment Theatre, 220 19th St., Rock of art designed to heighten public awareness of Island, IL, EstablishmentTheatre.com, 9:30pm Sat butterflies and recycling in our community, with Aug 3. all works made of at least 75-percent recycled, The Blacklist Presents Shots n Giggles, re-used, or re-purposed materials; free with standup comics perform at 9pm, improv with $5-7 museum admission; for information, call the area comedy troupe at 10pm; $10; for 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 ext. Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Thu May 16 thru Sat 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Aug 31. Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Aug 3. Iowans and the Civil War: The Western Dana Carvey, Dennis Miller, & Kevin Nealon, Theater, the exhibit focuses on Iowas unique standup concert with the former Saturday Night contribution to the war effort and traces the early Live cast members; $38; for information, call efforts of abolitionist John Brow; see the uniforms 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th soldiers wore, the weapons they used, and Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, artifacts that were part of everyday camp life; for IowaStateFair.org, 8pm Sat Aug 10. information, call 319-643-5301, Herbert Hoover The Blacklist Presents 100 Laughs, local Presidential Library & Museum, Off I-80 at exit standup comedians perform at 9pm, and the 254, West Branch, IA, Hoover.archives.gov, Thu improv troupe takes the stage at 10pm; 8:30pm May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. doors; $10; for tickets and information, call 309786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Reel Deal, pass available to see unlimited Sat Aug 10. movies including Man of Steel 3D,Iron Man III The Speakeasy Laugh Hard, an evening 3D,Star Trek 3D,Jurassic Park 3D,Space Junk of comedians from across the Midwest; $3; for information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 3D, and Flight of the Butterflies 3D; $25-35; for information, e-mail smith@Putnam.org or call Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21. 563-324-1054, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, com, 8pm Fri Aug 16. Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Thu May 16 thru Sat The Blacklist Presents Shots n Giggles, Aug 31. standup comics perform at 9pm, improv with History of German Optics and Cameras, the area comedy troupe at 10pm; $10; for featuring Zeiss with speaker Terry Mahon, as part information and tickets, call 309-786-7733 ext. of the centers Year of the Image Series; $3-5; for 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock information, call 563-322-8844, German American Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm Sat Aug 17. Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, The Blacklist Presents 100 Laughs, local GAHC.org, 2pm Sun May 19. standup comedians perform at 9pm, and the German Wedding Traditions, presented by improv troupe takes the stage at 10pm; 8:30pm Kathi Hofmann; $3-5; for information, call 563doors; $10; for tickets and information, call 309322-8844, German American Heritage Center, 712 786-7733, extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, GAHC.org, 2pm Sun 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 9pm May 26. Sat Aug 24.

May
Americas Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway, Latin Music USA, Episode One: Bridges and From Mambo to Hip Hop: A South Bronx Tale; films and discussion will feature the themes of popular music and identity, how stereotypes can be broken or forged through music and the impact of migration and immigration on these musical genres; free; for information, call 309-524-2475, Western Illinois University Quad Cities, 3561 60th St, Moline, IL, AmericasMusicQC.com, 6pm Thu May 16. Oz the Great & Powerful, the hit Wizard of Oz prequel on the six-story screen; for tickets and information, call 309-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Thu May 16. Space Junk 3D, a visually explosive journey of discovery that weighs the solutions aimed at restoring our planets orbits; for tickets and showtimes, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Thu May 16 thru Mon Sep 2. Flight of the Butterflies 3D, documentary on the remarkable Monarch butterfly migration and the determined scientist who spent 40 years trying to discover exactly where the butterflies mysteriously disappeared when they flew south for winter; $6.50-8.50; for information, call 563324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Thu May 16 thru Thu Aug 29. Under Two Flags, screening of the 1936 movie hosted by the Classic Film Society; $3 suggested donation; for information, call 3913502, Marycrest Senior Campus, 1607 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat May 18. Americas Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway, Ken BurnsJazz: Episode 6: Swing, the Velocity of Celebration and International Sweethearts of Rhythm; the themes of jazz and equality, women musicians, and jazz as an art form will be discussed; free; for information, call 563-326-1333, RME (River Music Experience), 131 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, AmericasMusicQC.com, 6:30pm Tue May 21. Citizen Kane, a screening in the museums Classic Film Series; 1 & 7pm; $6.50-8.50; for tickets and information, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam. org, Tue May 21. Americas Music: A Film History of Our Popular Music from Blues to Bluegrass to Broadway, Ken BurnsJazz: Episode 6: Swing, the Velocity of Celebration and International Sweethearts of Rhythm; the themes of jazz and equality, women musicians, and jazz as an art form will be discussed; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, AmericasMusicQC.com, 6:30pm Wed May 22. Andersonville of the North, eritage Documentaries screens a 33-minute documentary on the Rock Island Civil War prison camp on Arsenal Island, with discussion afterward by members of Heritage Documentaries; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu May 23.
MOVIES
MUSEUMS
EXHIBITS
EVENTS

Andersonville of the North?, screening of a 33-minute documentary on the Rock Island Civil War prison camp on Arsenal Island, with discussion afterward by members of Heritage Documentaries, who made the film; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu May 23. Rozz-Tox Horror Film Night, free; for information, call 309-200-0978, Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, RozzTox.com, 7pm Thu May 23. Lawrence of Arabia, a screening in the museums Classic Film Series; 1 & 7pm; $6.50-8.50; for tickets and information, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Tue Jul 23. Up, a screening of Pixars Oscar-winning animated comedy/adventure; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 1pm Fri Jul 26. Amadour, a screening of the drama in the Independent Movie series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Thu Aug 1. QCAD Mens Movie Night, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Aug 1. Oscar in the Afternoon, watch an Academy Award-winning film rated G, PG, or PG-13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 2pm Wed Aug 7. Clive of India, screening of the 1934 movie hosted by the Classic Film Society; $3 suggested donation; for information, call 391-3502, Marycrest Senior Campus, 1607 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Aug 10. 2001: A Space Odyssey, a screening in the museums Classic Film Series; 1 & 7pm; $6.50-8.50; for tickets and information, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, 1pm Tue Aug 20.
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Groundbreaking Films Night, weekly film program explores movies that broke through conventions with, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 6pm Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Oscar in the Afternoon, watch an Academy Award-winning film rated G, PG, or PG-13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jun 5. Free Men, a screening of the French drama in the Independent Movie series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Thu Jun 6. QCAD Mens Movie Night, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Jun 6. North by Northwest, a screening in the museums Classic Film Series; 1 & 7pm; $6.50-8.50; for tickets and information, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, Putnam.org, Tue Jun 11. Spirit of the Marathon II, travel to six countries for an intimate look into the runners lives and the challenges they face on an epic journey to compete in the Rome Marathon; for information, call 563-441-0242, Rave Motion Pictures Davenport 53, 3601 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Jun 12. Tin Pan Alley, screening of the 1940 movie hosted by the Classic Film Society; $3 suggested donation; for information, call 391-3502, Marycrest Senior Campus, 1607 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Jun 15. Jaws, a screening of the Peter Benchley adaptation in the Movie Flick series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Jun 18.
Outlying Areas
June
My Dog Skip, a screening in the Summer on the Hill series, featuring a movie and live music in the courtyard; free; for information, call 515-2774405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 8pm Thu Jun 6. Victor/Victoria, an outdoor screening of the 1982 hit in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 15. Ice Age, an outdoor screening of the 2002 animated hit in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 22. The Help, an outdoor screening of the 2011 hit in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival, with a pre-film concert with the Iowa City Community Band; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 29.
July & August

Groundbreaking Films Night, weekly film program explores movies that broke through conventions with, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 6pm Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Aug 12. Oscar in the Afternoon, watch an Academy Award-winning film rated G, PG, or PG-13; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jul 3. QCAD Mens Movie Night, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Jul 4. Fair Warning, screening of the 1937 movie hosted by the Classic Film Society; $3 suggested donation; for information, call 391-3502, Marycrest Senior Campus, 1607 W. 12th St., Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Jul 13. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, a screening of the Seth Grahame-Smith adaptation in the Movie Flick series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Thu Jul 18.
July & August

The Philadelphia Story, a screening in the Summer on the Hill series, featuring a movie and live music in the courtyard; free; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 8pm Thu Jul 11. Real Genius, an outdoor screening of the 1985 comedy in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 13. Stalker, a screening in the Phyllida Barlow on Film series; $5; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 1pm Sun Jul 14.
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QCRaiders.com, 7pm Sat Jun 15. Quad Cities River Bandits: MWL All-Star Game, vs. the Dayton Dragons; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, Tue Jun 18. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane County Cougars; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu Jun 20. TNAs Impact Wrestling, for tickets, call 800745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Thu Jun 20. 2013 Swing into Education Best-Ball Tournament, 13th-annual fundraiser providing matching-fund scholarships to area students; for information, call 309-796-6000, TPC at Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis, IL, 4pm Fri Jun 21. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane County Cougars; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Jun 21. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane County Cougars; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat Jun 22. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane County Cougars; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jun 23. 2013 Swing into Education Best-Ball Tournament, 13th-annual fundraiser providing matching-fund scholarships to area students; for information, call 563-332-8296, Palmer Hills Golf Course, 2999 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA, 10:30am Sat Jun 22. Kilted T Golf Outing, event held in conjunction with autumns Celtic Festival and Highland Games; for information, e-mail infocelt@celtichighlandgames.org, Highland Springs Golf Course, 9500 35th St W, Rock Island, IL, CelticHighlandGames.org, 11:30am Sat Jun 29. Quad City Raiders, football game vs. the Nebraska Renegades; $5 for ages 12 & up; for information, e-mail robweiss@qcraiders.com or call 888-561-2220, Ericson Field - Augustana College, 520 38th Street, Rock Island, IL, QCRaiders.com, 7pm Sat Jun 29. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat Jun 29. Peoria Push Derby Dames, roller derby; $10-13, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 5pm Sat Jun 29. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jun 30.
MOVIES
Outlying Areas
July & August
Vertigo, an outdoor screening of the Alfred Hitchcock classic in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 20. Woman in the Dunes, a screening in the Phyllida Barlow on Film series; $5; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 1pm Sun Jul 21. Munch: Munch 150 Exhibition Series, event in the series featuring the worlds foremost upcoming art exhibitions, creatively captured especially for the big screen; $15-18; for tickets and information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, Englert.org, 7pm Fri Jul 26. Hairspray, an outdoor screening of the 2007 musical comedy in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jul 27. Bande a Part (Band of Outsiders), a screening in the Phyllida Barlow on Film series; $5; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 1pm Sun Jul 28. Breakfast at Tiffanys, a screening in the Summer on the Hill series, featuring a movie and live music in the courtyard; free; for information, call 515-277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, DesMoinesArtCenter.org, 8pm Thu Aug 1. Lincoln, an outdoor screening of Steven Spielbergs Oscar-winning drama in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@ summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Aug 3. The Princess Bride / 16 to Life, outdoor screenings of the 1987 fantasy comedy and the independent drama in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Aug 10. Monsters, Inc., an outdoor screening of the 2001 Pixar smash in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival, with a pre-film performance by the UI Spirit Squad and area cheerleaders; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Sat Aug 17. The Hunger Games, an outdoor screening of the 2012 action-adventure smash in Iowa Citys Summer of the Arts Festival; movie begins at dusk; free; for information, e-mail info@summerofthearts.org, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, SummerOfTheArts.org, 7:30pm Thu Aug 22.
May
SPORTS
Drop-In Hockey (Adult), Tue. & Thu. 11am; Mon. 9:30am; $10; for information, call 563-3225220, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, CityOfDavenportIowa.com/department/ division.php?fDD=21-438, Thu May 16 thru Tue May 28. Public Skate, Thu. 4:45-6:45pm, and 9:3011:30pm; Fri. 10:30am, 5:45pm, & 8:15pm; Sat. 6:45pm; Mon. & Wed. 11am; $5 and up; for
information, call Fighting 563-322-5220, Rivers Bee Golf Edge, 700 W. River Classic, hosted Dr., Davenport, IA, by former CityOfDavenportIowa. St. Ambrose com/department/ University division. athletic director php?fDD=21-438, and mens 4:45pm Thu May 16 basketball thru Fri May 31. coach Ray Quad Cities Shovlain, River Bandits, vs. tournament the Beloit Snappers; proceeds will $6-14; for tickets and William Elliott Whitmore @ RIBCO August 30 benefit more information, call 563than 800 324-3000, Modern SAU student Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, athletes participating in 23 varsity athletic MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri May 17. programs; 10am check-in, 11am shotgun start, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Beloit 4:30pm steak dinner at Rookies; for information Snappers; $6-14; for tickets and information, and to register, call 563-333-6290 or alumni@ call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 SAU.edu, Emeis Golf Course, 4500 West Central S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. Park Ave., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/alumni, 10am jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat May 18. Fri May 31. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Beloit June Snappers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 Public Skate, Thu. 4:45-6:45pm, and S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. 9:30-11:30pm; Fri. 10:30am, 5:45pm, & jsp?sid=t565, 2pm Sun May 19. 8:15pm; Sat. 6:45pm; Mon. & Wed. 11am; $5 Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Beloit and up; for information, call 563-322-5220, Snappers; $6-14; for tickets and information, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 CityOfDavenportIowa.com/department/ S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. division.php?fDD=21-438, 4:45pm Sat Jun 1 jsp?sid=t565, 11am Mon May 20. thru Sun Jun 30. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Drop-In Hockey (Adult), Tue. & Thu. 11am; Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets Mon. 9:30am; $10; for information, call 563-322and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern 5220, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, IA, CityOfDavenportIowa.com/department/ MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed May division.php?fDD=21-438, Mon Jun 3 thru Thu 22. Jun 27. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Quad City Raiders, football game vs. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets the Midwest Titans; $5 for ages 12 & up; for and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern information, e-mail robweiss@qcraiders.com Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, or call 888-561-2220, Ericson Field - Augustana MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu May 23. College, 520 38th Street, Rock Island, IL, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the QCRaiders.com, 7pm Sat Jun 8. Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-14; for tickets and Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, information, call 563-324-3000, Modern MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri May 24. Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, BMX Youth Sports Expo, $4-8; for MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Jun 11. information, contact Rich Rowell at 309Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the 989-7630 or rich.rowell@chillixs.org, Peoria Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-14; for tickets and Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, information, call 563-324-3000, Modern PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 10am Sat May 25. Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, Quad City Raiders, football game vs. the MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Jun 12. Iowa Sharks; $5 for ages 12 & up; for information, Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the e-mail robweiss@qcraiders.com or call 888-561Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-14; for tickets and 2220, Ericson Field - Augustana College, 520 information, call 563-324-3000, Modern 38th Street, Rock Island, IL, QCRaiders.com, 7pm Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, Sat May 25. MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu Jun 13. Quad Cities Criterium, annual District Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington event featuring action bicycling with racers Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563from around the world, food, family activities, 324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines and more; presented by the District in St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, conjunction with the Quad Cities Bicycle 7pm Fri Jun 14. Club; for information, call 309-788-6311, The Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563QuadCitiesCriterium.com, 8am Mon May 27. 324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, County Cougars;Strike Out Hunger day in 7pm Sat Jun 15. honor of World Day of Hunger - for every canned Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington good donated (up to two cans/person), get two Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563Bandit Bucks; $6-14; for tickets and information, 324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. 5pm Sun Jun 16. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue May 28. 9th Annual Dodgeball Showdown, annual Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane outdoor volleyball competition, with live music, County Cougars; $6-14; for tickets and vendors, and more; double elimination games information, call 563-324-3000, Modern start at noon; for information, call 309-786-1016, Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, Daiquiri Factory, 1809 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed May DaiquiriFactory.com, 11am Sat Jun 15. 29. Quad City Raiders, football game vs. the Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Kane Heartland Falcons; $5 for ages 12 & up; for County Cougars; $6-14; for tickets and information, e-mail robweiss@qcraiders.com information, call 563-324-3000, Modern or call 888-561-2220, Ericson Field - Augustana Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, College, 520 38th Street, Rock Island, IL, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu May 30.
July
Public Skate, Thu. 4:45-6:45pm, and 9:30-11:30pm; Fri. 10:30am, 5:45pm, & 8:15pm; Sat. 6:45pm; Mon. & Wed. 11am; $5 and up; for information, call 563-322-5220, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, CityOfDavenportIowa.com/department/ division.php?fDD=21-438, 4:45pm Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. Drop-In Hockey (Adult), Tue. & Thu. 11am; Mon. 9:30am; $10; for information, call 563-3225220, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, CityOfDavenportIowa.com/department/ division.php?fDD=21-438, Mon Jul 1 thru Tue Jul 30.
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MUSIC
The Ordinary (but Really Good) Band with the Exotic Story
by Jeff Ignatius jeff@rcreader.com
Brett Newski & the Corruption, May 28 at Rozz-Tox

(Last night I slept inside the oven / Waiting for you to turn me on) or strangely obtuse (Its kinda cathartic when Photo by Sweet Chucky B you get brokenhearted); effective use of unusual guitar tone (the solo of Wet Pavement); or simply polished songcraft with an emphasis on strong melody, hooks, and choruses. Yet even songs this good are helped by a compelling backstory, and Newskis provides a good hook to draw people in. Frustrated with the job market in the United States, he bought a one-way ticket to Bangkok and eventually settled in Saigon, where he met his bandmates. In 2011, as a virtual unknown, he did a solo tour of southeast Asia for six months. In 2012, he toured South Africa. The Homeless in Narnia section of the bands Web site (CorruptionMusic.com) includes harrowing tales from Columbia (If anyone comes through that window, Ill smash em in the face with this Bible) and the Philippines (Please dont shiv me). I asked Newski whether these incidents made him want to curtail his unconventional travels. I almost feel a little high off experiences like that, he said. Even just thinking about some of that crazy stuff gets me pumped to go out and try to do more missions and find more weird corners of the globe. But for now, he said, the band is focusing on promoting Tiny Victories in the most mundane of places for an indie-rock band the United States. Were being more strategic about it, he said. You can only play so many shows for like 10 people before you want to step it up a notch. Brett Newski & the Corruption will perform on Tuesday, May 28, at Rozz-Tox (2108 Third Avenue, Rock Island; RozzTox.com). The 8 p.m. show also includes Break Up Art and Tambourine. Admission is $5. For more information on Brett Newski & the Corruption, visit CorruptionMusic.com or BrettNewski.com.
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rett Newski & the Corruption bills itself as a band from Saigon, Vietnam, but before you imagine some sort of EasternWestern mashup, know that Newski comes from the exotic environs of ... Milwaukee. Its true that the band lived and recorded its album Tiny Victories in Saigon, and that Newski and his collaborators are an international cast albeit entirely from North America and Europe. But when the band plays Rozz-Tox on May 28, dont expect any divergence from poppy Western guitar rock. Outside of lyrics based on travels and life abroad, the influence of southeast Asia, Newski said in a phone interview last week, is limited to the invigorating hullabaloo of the city. Its indie rock, Newski said. Were not rocking any sitars or anything. But the energy that the city brings that were constantly surrounded with I thought translated well into the energy of the album. Saigon, he said, is so dense. Everyone rides around on a motorbike. The weathers almost always nice there. Its the freedom that you have to be able to just hop on your little bike and get anywhere in the city within 10, 15 minutes. Theres always things right up in your face bikes riding down the wrong side of the road, people cooking on every street corner, mechanics fixing bikes. If you get on the outskirts of town, youll even see six-, seven-year-old kids with a big stick just herding these giant water buffalo. Quoting a friend, he said: Going to southeast Asia is just like going to Mars. As far away from Western society as you can get. Completely warped odyssey. In its modest, unassuming manner, Tiny Victories is just about perfect a frontto-back-solid collection of sterling songs for which comparisons to other bands are difficult ... largely because theres nothing particularly distinctive about them beyond being good. As faint as the praise seems (but is not), the defining characteristic of the album is its consistency. Each song has something special going on, whether its clever wordplay thats fun
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SPORTS
July
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Mon Jul 1. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Jul 2. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 6pm Wed Jul 3. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Bowling Green Hot Rods; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Jul 10. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Bowling Green Hot Rods; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu Jul 11. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Bowling Green Hot Rods; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Jul 12. Adult Fall Softball League Applications: Mens & Co-Ed, register between June 10 & July 12; for information, call 563-344-4123, Bettendorf Parks & Recreation, 2222 Middle Rd., Bettendorf, IA, Bettendorf.org, Fri Jul 12. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Dayton Dragons; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat Jul 13. Adult Fall Kickball League Applications: Mens & Co-Ed, register between June 3 & July 14; for information, call 563-344-4123, Bettendorf Parks & Recreation, 2222 Middle Rd., Bettendorf, IA, Bettendorf.org, Sun Jul 14. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Dayton Dragons; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Jul 14. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Dayton Dragons; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 1pm Mon Jul 15. Quad City Raiders, football game vs. the Des Moines Blaze; $5 for ages 12 & up; for information, e-mail robweiss@qcraiders.com or call 888-561-2220, Ericson Field - Augustana College, 520 38th Street, Rock Island, IL, QCRaiders.com, 7pm Sat Jul 20. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Peoria Chiefs; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Jul 30. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Peoria Chiefs; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Jul 31.
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August & September

Public Skate, Thu. 4:45-6:45pm, and 9:3011:30pm; Fri. 10:30am, 5:45pm, & 8:15pm; Sat. 6:45pm; Mon. & Wed. 11am; $5 and up; for information, call 563-322-5220, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, CityOfDavenportIowa. com/department/division.php?fDD=21-438, 4:45pm Thu Aug 1 thru Mon Sep 2. Drop-In Hockey (Adult), Tue. & Thu. 11am;
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Mon. 9:30am; $10; for information, call 563-3225220, Rivers Edge, 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, CityOfDavenportIowa.com/department/ division.php?fDD=21-438, Thu Aug 1 thru Mon Sep 2. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Peoria Chiefs; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu Aug 1. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Peoria Chiefs; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Aug 2. 12th Annual UPS / Gildas Club Golf Tournament, entry fee of $75 per golfer covers the cost of 18 holes with a cart and a meal afterwards; all moneys donated go directly to Gildas Club of the Quad Cities; with prize drawings, a silent auction, and more; for information, call 563-340-5343, Glynns Creek Golf Course, 19251 290th St., Long Grove, IA, 12pm Sun Aug 4. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Aug 7. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu Aug 8. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Aug 9. Adult Volleyball League Applications: Mens & Co-Ed, register by Aug. 9; for information, call 563-344-4123, Bettendorf Parks & Recreation, 2222 Middle Rd., Bettendorf, IA, Bettendorf.org, Fri Aug 9. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat Aug 10. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Aug 11. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Mon Aug 12. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat Aug 17. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Aug 18. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Mon Aug 19. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Burlington Bees; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index.jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Tue Aug 20. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Wed Aug 21. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209

S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Thu Aug 22. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Cedar Rapids Kernels; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Fri Aug 23. Rock Island Grand Prix, annual kart-racing event through the District streets, with vendors, activities, and more; free; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, 8:30am Sat Aug 31 and Sun Sep 1. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 7pm Sat Aug 31. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 5pm Sun Sep 1. Quad Cities River Bandits, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $6-14; for tickets and information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, MILB.com/index. jsp?sid=t565, 1pm Mon Sep 2. room boxes, special containers, the yearly club project and dollhouses in 1, 1/2 and 1/4 scale, and more; the salesroom will feature over 20 dealers from several states; Fri. 4pm, Sat. 10am; $2-5, Davenport RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St, Davenport, IA, MetroMiniMakers.homestead. com/Workshops.html, Fri May 17 and Sat May 18. French Market Days, activities include a jewelry-making class, wine garden event, terrarium class, afternoon tea, glass garden crafts, the Fashion Plate Pet Contest, and more; for information, call 563-289-4242, ext. 1135, Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, VisitLeClaire. com/events.html, 10am Fri May 17 thru Sun May 19. Bottoms Up Quad City Burlesque: Komic Kahn, an evening with area burlesque artists and comedians; Fri. & Sat. 8pm; $18-20; for tickets and information, call 309-786-7733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, Fri May 17 thru Sat May 25. 2013 Quad Cities Heart Walk, 1- or 3-mile walk sponsored by the American Heart Association; 9am opening ceremonies, 9:30am walk; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, QuadCitiesHeartWalk.org, 9am Sat May 18. 2013 St. Ambrose University Wine Festival, on the SAU lawn; annual fundraiser allows guests to sip their way through an assortment of 120 wines from around the world, and enjoy culinary highlights from a number of Quad City restaurants; $45; for information, call 563-3336290, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, SAU.edu, 3pm Sat May 18. Long Grove Volunteer Fire Departments Enchilada Dinner, all proceeds raised will go directly to the purchase of the Long Grove, Long Grove Community Center, 114 North 1st Street, Long Grove, IA, 5:30pm Sat May 18. MS Walk Quad Cities, 8:30am check-in, 10am walk, Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell, 1645 23rd St., Bettendorf, IA, Facebook.com/ events/169867153170944, 10am Sat May 18. Powwow Fundraiser, honoring grandmothers and women veterans; 6pm potluck, please bring beverages; with dance contests, hand drum contests, and more; for information, contact Ruth at 641-260-1524, Augustana College - PepsiCo Center, 639 38th Street, Rock Island, IL, 6pm Sat May 18. Riverside United Methodist Church Outdoor Bazaar, funds raised from the bazaar will benefit the youth as they head to Beulah Holiness Camp in Tamaroa, IL for a Mission Blitz; with vendors selling handmade crafts, art, antiques, household goods, homemade dog treats, and more; free; for information, call 309764-6721, Riverside United Methodist Church, 712 16th St, Moline, IL, RiversideBazaar.com, 8am Sat May 18. For Sale by Owner Event, in Fayes Field; owners of motorized vehicles can sell them at this community-wide sale; Sat. 8am, Sun. noon; $25 fee to rent a space, additional spaces $10; for information, call 563-344-4464, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, Sat May 18 and Sun May 19. Augustana Colleges 153rd Commencement Convocation, with Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice Thomas L. Kilbride delivering the commencement address; the public is welcome to attend; for information, call 309-794-7721 or e-mail kerirursch@Augustana. edu, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, Augustana.edu, 3pm Sun May 19. St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Churchs Blessing of the Bicycles, near the Large Gazebo along the riverfront; everyone who rides a cycle of any kind is welcome; for information, call 563322-5318, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, 3pm Sun May 19.
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And Another Thing : Don Wooten Celebration, in the dining room; hosted by WVIK, with guests joining together to recognize the founding general manager of WVIKs contributions to the community; $35 includes dinner and two glasses of wine; with a reception held from 5-6pm; for information and to reserve, e-mail jenniferblohm@wvik.org or call 309-7947552, Augustana College Center, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu, 6pm Thu May 16. Black Hawk College Graduation, for information, call 309-764-2001, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 6pm Thu May 16. Bus Trip: Plant Shopping with the Quad City Botanical Centers Expert Gardener, the itinerary will include purchasing your plants in style at the Flower Factory in Stoughton, WI, Lunch at the BrouxNellies Diner in Oregon, WI, a stop at Olbrich Gardens in Madison, WI, and dinner at the Old Feed Mill Restaurant in Mazomaie, WI; $99-119; for information and to reserve, call 309-794-0991 x 30, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Thu May 16. Plant Donation Days, bring in an annual plant per person and receive free admission to the Quad City Botanical Center; for information, call 309-793-1213, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. Used Book Sale, Thu. 3pm, Fri & Sat. 9am; for information, call 309-523-3440, River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, RiverValleyLibrary.org, Thu May 16 thru Sat May 18. All Town Garage Sale, sales throughout the area, with maps available at the library; for information, call 309-523-3440, River Valley Library, 214 S. Main St., Port Byron, IL, RiverValleyLibrary.org, Thu May 16 thru Sun Jun 16. Friday Martini Madness, a featured martini for $6.95 and a choice appetizer for $6.95; today - a Watermelon martini with Pecan Chicken Satays; for information, call 309-762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601 River Dr, Moline, IL, BSCHouse.com, Fri May 17. 29th Annual Sale & Exhibit of Dollhouse Miniatures, presented by Metro Mini Makers of the Quad Cities; featuring miniatures including
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presentations, childrens activities, and more; for information, call 563-322-7363, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, QCJuneteenth.com, 11am Sat Jun 15. Quad Cities Military Salute Gala, held in honor of the Armys 238th birthday; $50; for information and tickets, call 563-823-2677, QuadCities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf, IA, QuadCitiesChamber.com, 6pm Sat Jun 15. Cemetery Tour, meet at the cemetery for an informative and interesting tour through one of the oldest cemeteries in the Quad Cities, hosted by the Rock Island Public Library; free; for information, call 309-732-7341, Riverside Cemetery, 2900 6th Ave, Moline, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 7pm Mon Jun 17. Bus Trip: June Garden Jaunt, the itinerary will include Rockford, ILs Nicholas Conservatory, the Rotary Gardens in Janesville, WI where you will have lunch and tour the gardens, a shopping visit at the Alp & Dell Cheese Store in Monroe, WI, and dinner at the Fieldstone Inn in Freeport; $99-119; for information and to reserve, call 309-794-0991 x 30, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, Thu Jun 20. Third Annual Girls Getaway Weekend, June 21 & 22; weekend activities for women, with a Saturday-evening presentation by Anthony Ryan Auld, winner of the 2013 Project Runway All Stars; for information, call 563-449-9958 or e-mail info@ visitleclaire.com, Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, LeClaireGirlsGetaway.com, Fri Jun 21. Quad City Air Show 2013, annual aerial celebration featuring daily air shows held around noon, demonstrations, information booths, vendors, and more; $20-25 weekend pass; for information, call 563-322-7469, Davenport Municipal Airport, 9010 North Harrison Street, Davenport, IA, QuadCityAirShow.com, Sat Jun 22 and Sun Jun 23. The 2013 Great Race, an antique, vintage, and collector car competitive controlled-speed endurance road rally on public highways, from St. Paul, MN to Mobile, AL; with a stop thru Davenport on June 23; for information, e-mail Jeff Stumb at jeff@greatrace.com or call 800-9897223, Downtown Davenport,, IA, GreatRace.com, Sun Jun 23. The Garden Party, a celebration of the centers 15th anniversary featuring sample dishes from area chefs, music, a silent auction, and more; free with $2-6 admission; for information, call 309-794-0991 x 30 or e-mail vs@QCGardens.com, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCGardens.com, 6pm Thu Jun 27. Antique Automobile Club of America 2013 Grand National Show, hosted by the Mississippi Region Chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America; over 300 cars will be competing in this prestigious event; Thu. & Fri. 6pm, Sat. 7am; for information, contact meet chairman Jack Kirik at 309-517-4195 or JaKirik@mchsi.com, John Deere Commons, River Drive Downtown, Moline, IL, VisitQuadCities.com, Thu Jun 27 thru Sat Jun 29.

May
Music, Dance, and Food from Around the World, celebratory tapestry of cultures that make up the Quad City area; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm Tue May 21. Scotch & Cigar Night, a night of smooth tastes and surprises; for information, call 309762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601 River Dr, Moline, IL, BSCHouse.com, 5pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois Night on Broadway Fundraiser, featuring a dinner and wine pairing during a showcase of talent by the local Quad Cities media; 5:30pm cocktails & silent auction, 6:30pm dinner; all proceeds from the event will benefit the new Girl Scout Program Center in Rock Island, IL; $80/person, $750/table of eight; for information and to reserve, call 309-788-0833, Hotel Blackhawk, 200 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, 5:30pm Thu May 23. Friday Martini Madness, a featured martini for $6.95 and a choice appetizer for $6.95; today - Mini Crab Cakes with a Grapefruit tini; for information, call 309-762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601 River Dr, Moline, IL, BSCHouse.com, Fri May 24. Spa-licious, a relaxing retreat of wine, spa treatments, appetizers, and desserts; for information, call 309-797-3529, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, TwoRiversMassage.com/spaday, 4pm Fri May 24. Bethany for Children & Families Wild 5K Walk/Run, an out-and-back course starting at the gym, going south on Utica Ridge Rd., east on Crow Creek Road, several blocks past 18th St., and then back to Golds Gym; featuring a post-race party featuring refreshments, music, and giveaways; $25-30; for information, call 563-323-7025, Golds Gym, 4885 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, Bethany-QC.org, 8pm Sat May 25. Pioneer Village Heritage Days, costumed interpreters demonstrate crafts of yesteryear; with shoot-outs performed by the Wapsi Wranglers, old-time music by John & Kay Retzl on Sunday & Johnny Outlaw on Monday, food, kids crafts and games, and more; $1-2; for information, call 563-328-3283, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 290th St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/conservation, 11am Sun May 26 thru Mon May 27. Pleasant Valley High School Graduation, for information, call 309-764-2001, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 1pm Sun May 26. Rock Island High School Graduation, for information, call 309-764-2001, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 5pm Sun May 26. Quad Cities Criterium, annual District event featuring action bicycling with racers from around the world, food, family activities, and more; presented by the District in conjunction with the Quad Cities Bicycle Club; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, QuadCitiesCriterium.com, 8am Mon May 27. Season-Opening Celebration: Splash Landing Family Aquatic Center, for information, call 563-344-4123, Splash Landing, Middle Rd. & 23rd St., Bettendorf, IA, Bettendorf.org/splash, 11:30am Mon May 27. Friday Martini Madness, a featured martini for $6.95 and a choice appetizer for $6.95; today - Roasted Pork Tostadas with a Lemon Drop martini; for information, call 309-762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601 River Dr, Moline, IL,
OTHER EVENTS
Grace Potter & the Nocturnals @ Adler Theatre July 13

BSCHouse.com, Fri May 31.
June
5th Annual BeeRME for Music, featuring beer samplings from area breweries, music by Jason Carl & the Whole Damn Band, food samples from local restaurants, and more; proceeds benefit the RMEs music-education programs; $20-30; for tickets and information, call 563-326-1333, RME (River Music Experience), 131 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, RiverMusicExperience.org, 5pm Sat Jun 1. Military & Veterans Open House, there will be informational tables with staff members on hand to answer questions about enrolling in college-credit classes, military benefits, and student services; free; for information, contact Marceia Duhm at 309-796-5191 or duhmm@BHC. edu, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 10am Sat Jun 1. Muddys Blues and BBQ, with a barbeque competition, performances by the Winter Blues All-Stars, OSG, Jemiah on Fire, Kevin B.F. Burt, Terry Quiett Band, Lurrie Bell, and a Harmonica Assembly w/ Hal Reed & Kevin B.F. Burt; free admission until 2pm, $7.50 after for ages 12 & over; for information, call 563-355-0655 or e-mail info@muddys.info, The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St., Bettendorf, IA, TheMuddyWaters.com, 11:30am Sat Jun 1. QC Pridefest, annual celebration of LGBT culture, featuring two stages of live entertainment, a childrens fun area, fireworks on Saturday evening, an Interfaith Service on Sunday, and 100+ food, art, craft and non-profit vendor booths; $5 for both days; for information, call 563-676-6727 or simpboyd@mchsi.com, Davenport Rainbow District, 2nd St., Davenport, IA, QCPride.org, 12pm Sat Jun 1 and Sun Jun 2. Peaceful Easy Weekend #1, enjoy the fresh air, wine, and time with friends; for information, call 309-787-9463, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, Sat Jun 1. Monthly All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, with variety music from 8-11am by the Freddie Steenbock Duo; $7, Davenport American Legion, 702 W. 35th St., Davenport, IA, 7am Sun Jun 2. Scotch & Cigar Night, a night of smooth tastes and surprises; for information, call 309762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601 River Dr, Moline, IL, BSCHouse.com, 5pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Friends of the Rock Island Public Library Half-price Used Book Sale, for information, call 309-732-7369, Rock Island Public Library
- Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Thu Jun 6. LeClaire Garage Sale Days, June 7 & 8; for information, call 563-449-9958 or e-mail info@ visitleclaire.com, Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, VisitLeClaire.com, Fri Jun 7. A Night of Illusions, event featuring top female impersonators from across the Midwest; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-7867733 extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 8pm Fri Jun 7. Mississippi River Distilling Company First Friday Event, celebrating the release of the companys latest ales; for information, call 563271-0608, Mississippi River Distilling Company, 303 N. Cody Rd., LeClaire, IA, MRDistilling.com, 5:30pm Fri Jun 7. Second Saturdays at the Village, monthly tours, guests, activities, and family fun; for information, call 563-328-3283 or visit Facebook. com/scottcountyconservation, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 290th St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/conservation, 11am Sat Jun 8. QCAD Prom, for information, call 309-2699037, RME (River Music Experience), 131 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Sat Jun 8. Trivia Night in LeClaire, fundraiser for the Buffalo Bill Museum; $10/person, up to 8 people/ table ($50/table minimum); Mulligans 10 for $10, door prizes; 1st place -- entry money back, 2nd place -- half of entry money back; may bring your own beer, wine, and snacks, or purchase soda, water, or snacks; 6:30pm doors; for information and to reserve, call 563-505-6703 or e-mail chris@ ccx.net, LeClaire Civic Center, 127 S Cody Rd, LeClaire, IA, LeClaireChamber.com, 7pm Sat Jun 8. Cemetery Tour, meet at the cemetery for an informative and interesting tour through one of the oldest cemeteries in the Quad Cities, hosted by the Rock Island Public Library; free; for information, call 309-732-7341, Chippiannock Cemetery, 1901 12th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 7pm Mon Jun 10. 19th Annual Rally on the River, annual celebration of motorcycle culture, with demonstrations, contests, concerts, vendors, and more; for information, call 800-563-5263, Centennial Park, Beiderbecke Dr. & Marquette, Davenport, IA, SturgisOnTheRiver.com, Wed Jun 12 thru Sat Jun 15. Juneteenth Festival, annual event held in conjunction with the anniversary of slaverys abolition, featuring live music, historical
July
Red, White, and Boom!, annual Fourth of July celebration featuring fireworks, vendors, childrens activities, and more; free, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, DowntownDavenport.com, 6pm Wed Jul 3. Red, White, and Boom!, annual Fourth of July celebration featuring fireworks, vendors, childrens activities, and more; free; for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict. com, 6pm Wed Jul 3. Scotch & Cigar Night, a night of smooth tastes and surprises; for information, call 309762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601 River Dr, Moline, IL, BSCHouse.com, 5pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. A Night of Illusions, event featuring top female impersonators from across the Midwest;

$10; for information and tickets, call 309-7867733 extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 8pm Fri Jul 5. Mississippi River Distilling Company First Friday Event, celebrating the release of the companys latest ales; for information, call 563271-0608, Mississippi River Distilling Company, 303 N. Cody Rd., LeClaire, IA, MRDistilling.com, 5:30pm Fri Jul 5. Peaceful Easy Weekend #1, enjoy the fresh air, wine, and time with friends; for information, call 309-787-9463, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, Sat Jul 6. Monthly All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, with variety music from 8-11am by the Freddie Steenbock Duo; $7, Davenport American Legion, 702 W. 35th St., Davenport, IA, 7am Sun Jul 7. Second Saturdays at the Village, monthly tours, guests, activities, and family fun; for information, call 563-328-3283 or visit Facebook. com/scottcountyconservation, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 290th St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/conservation, 11am Sat Jul 13. Bottoms Up Quad City Burlesque: Christmas in July, an evening with area burlesque artists and comedians; Fri. & Sat. 8pm; $18-20; for tickets and information, call 309-7867733 ext. 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 8pm Fri Jul 19 thru Sat Jul 27. Street Fest 2013, annual outdoor celebration featuring live music, arts & crafts vendorsl a family fun area, videogame tournaments, and more; free; for information, contact Jason Gilliland at jgilliland@quadcitieschamber.com or 563-8232681, Downtown Davenport, IA, Bix7.com, Fri Jul 26 and Sat Jul 27. Quad-City Times Bix 7, 39th annual street race featuring runners from around the world; for information, call 563-383-2489, Downtown Davenport, IA, Bix7.com, Sat Jul 27. 2013 Mississippi Valley Fair, annual outdoor event featuring rides, games, vendors, competitions, parades, and grandstand acts including Toby Keith, Uncle Kracker, Lynyrd Skynyrd; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, Tue Jul 30 and Wed Jul 31. River Dr, Moline, IL, BSCHouse.com, 5pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. 10th Annual Xstream Cleanup, annual cleanup of area sites waterfront sites; for information, call 563-468-4218, XstreamCleanup. org, 8:30am Sat Aug 10. Second Saturdays at the Village, monthly tours, guests, activities, and family fun; for information, call 563-328-3283 or visit Facebook. com/scottcountyconservation, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 290th St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/conservation, 11am Sat Aug 10. I AM Strong Mud Adventure , an all-women, 5K(ish) off-road obstacle race for all athletic abilities includes a mud pit, treasure hunt, pull up bar, army crawls, and more; in addition to funding Junior League of the Quad Cities initiatives, a portion of the 2013 race proceeds will benefit Braking Traffik; $60-145; held at a private property in Long Grove, Iowa eight miles north of the HyVee at Utica Ridge Road in Davenport; to register, visit GetMeRegistered.com and IAMStrong5K.org, 8:30am Sat Aug 10. 2013 Floatzilla, 4th-annual paddle-sport event on the Mississippi Saturday, with the world-record attempt for the largest assemblage of canoes and kiyaks at 2pm, Sunset Park, 18th Ave & Sunset Rd, Rock Island, IL, Facebook.com/ floatzilla, 8am Sat Aug 17. Route 6 River to River Classic Car Road Trip, meet at 2nd & Iowa Streets for a road-trip caravan to Newton; for information, e-mail usroute6iowa@gmail.com or call 563-499-8211, Downtown Davenport,, IA, route6tour.com/ Route6iowa.htm, 10am Fri Aug 23. Monthly All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast, with variety music from 8-11am by the Freddie Steenbock Duo; $7, Davenport American Legion, 702 W. 35th St., Davenport, IA, 7am Sun Sep 1. Village Fall Festival, period-attired Friends of the Village demonstrate crafts & sell their wares; with food, childrens games, make-it-take-it crafts, old-time music by John & Kay Retzl on Sunday and Johnny Outlaw on Monday, and more; $1-2; for information, call 563-328-3283, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 290th St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/conservation, 11am Sun Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 2.
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August & September

2013 Mississippi Valley Fair, annual outdoor event featuring rides, games, vendors, competitions, parades, and grandstand acts including Toby Keith, Uncle Kracker, Lynyrd Skynyrd; for information, call 563-326-5338, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, MVFair.com, Thu Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 4. Friends of the Rock Island Public Library Half-price Used Book Sale, for information, call 309-732-7369, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Thu Aug 1. A Night of Illusions, event featuring top female impersonators from across the Midwest; $10; for information and tickets, call 309-7867733 extension 2, The Circa 21 Speakeasy, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, Circa21.com, 8pm Fri Aug 2. Mississippi River Distilling Company First Friday Event, celebrating the release of the companys latest ales; for information, call 563271-0608, Mississippi River Distilling Company, 303 N. Cody Rd., LeClaire, IA, MRDistilling.com, 5:30pm Fri Aug 2. Heartland British Auto Fest, for information, call 563-449-9958 or e-mail info@visitleclaire.com, Downtown LeClaire, LeClaire, IA, VisitLeClaire. com, Sat Aug 3. Scotch & Cigar Night, on Wednesdays; a night of smooth tastes and surprises; for information, call 309-762-4700, Bass Street Chop House, 1601
May
Hired Help Tour: Working on a Country Estate, join a costumed interpreter for a tour exploring the lives of Brucemores domestic servants in the early 20th century; consider what it was like to live and work on one of Iowas grandest estates while discovering the servants living quarters and the Servants Village; documents, photographs, and other materials from Brucemores collections enrich visitors understanding of the relationships between the employers and the hired help; $12-15; an activity in the Preservation Month series; for information, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Brucemore.org, 6pm Thu May 16. Praying with Images, led by Kathleen Storms, SSND; bring your camera and enjoy a nutritious meal, guided imagery, and shared prayer; $20; for information and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail olpretreat@gmail.com, Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 2664 145th Ave, Near Wheatland, IA, CHMIowa.org, 9:30am Wed May 22. Brucemore Nooks & Crannies Tour, visit every floor, peek into closed rooms, and satisfy curiosity through an all-access pass; $12-15; for information, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Brucemore.org, 6pm Thu May 23. Nooks and Crannies Mansion Tours, an activity in the Preservation Month series; for information, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Brucemore.org, 6pm Thu May 23.
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8 thru Sun Aug 18. River Critters & Wildlife Paddle, sneak up on the critters and creatures of the Iowa River as you float on a 10-mile stretch of watch; Dr. Jim Pease will guide and share his knowledge of local wildlife; $15 to rent a kayak, $20 to rent a canoe; for information, call 319523-8381, Louisa County Conservation Office, 12635 County Rd G56, Wapello, IA, LouisaCountyConservation.org, 9am Sat Aug 10. Menke Observatory Star Party, stargazing begins at dusk; free; for information, contact Robert Mitchell at MitchellRobertC@SAU.edu or 563-333-6141, St. Ambrose Menke Observatory, Wapsi River Environmental Center, Dixon, IL, SAU.edu, 7pm Sat Aug 10. Deery Brothers Summer Series, a showcase of late models, sport mods, stock cars, hobby stocks, dirt trucks, and more in the Iowa State Fair; $17, $5 for ages 6-11; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 5:30pm Mon Aug 12. Monthly Trivia Night, Eric Burchett will host and test your knowledge with questions covering a wide range of categories; prizes include cash, tickets, and bragging rights; at the Mendoza Wine Bar inside the lobby; $5 suggested entry fee; for information, call 319248-1700, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts. org, 8pm Wed Aug 14. Grand Outlaw National Tractor and Truck Pull, held in conjunction with the Iowa State Fair; $10-20; for information, call 800545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 2pm Wed Aug 14. Women of Faith: Believe God Can Do Anything, Fri. 7-10pm, Sat. 9am-5pm; charttopping musical artists MercyMe and Kari Jobe and comedian Anita Renfroe join authors and Bible teachers Lisa Harper, Jen Hatmaker, and Sheryl Brady in a day-and-a-half experience for women; $89-109; for information and to register, call 888-493-2484, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Fri Aug 16 and Sat Aug 17. Demolition Derby & Figure Eight, held in conjunction with the Iowa State Fair; $5-15; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, 11:30am Sat Aug 17. Effigy Mounds Moonlight Hike, for information, call 563-873-3491 ext 202, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, Sat Aug 17. Weddings Unveiled with David Tutera, the event will include an expo of industry-leading wedding and event professionals and a keynote presentation from Tutera at 2pm; $25; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 10am Sun Aug 18. Running Wild, 3- and 5-mile courses loop past wetlands and other wildlife habitat; $20-25; for information, call 319-523-8381, Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge, F Avenue, Wapello, IA, LouisaCountyConservation.org, 8:30am Sat Aug 24. National Park Service Birthday: Founders Day, celebrate the birthday of the National Park Service, with a special program and talk at 1pm; for information, call 563-873-3491 ext 202, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, Sun Aug 25. Taize Vigil Service, led by Sister Kathleen Storms, SSND; an ecumenical movement drawing Christians of all denominations together in unified prayer, followed by a soup supper; freewill donations encouraged; for information and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail olpretreat@gmail.com, Our Lady of the Prairie
OTHER EVENTS
Outlying Areas
May
John Wayne Birthday Celebration, annual event will feature all aspects of Waynes film career including the U.S. Cavalry, cowboys, World War II and Ireland; in tribute to Maureen OHara, who will visit the celebration along with her family, this years dinner gala will reprise many of the highlights of last years Quiet Man celebration, and feature music from the classic film performed by Irish songstress Catherine OConnell, Chicagos Shannon Rovers Pipes and Drums, and Irish dancers The Fabulous McKay Sisters; for information, call 515-4625817, Downtown Winterset, Winterset, IA, JohnWayneBirthplace.org, Fri May 24 and Sat May 25. German American Founders Day Celebration, an event to honor the contributions of immigrants to our communities development; history presentations, poetry reading, live music, explore the cemetery; if rain, meet at Hope Lutheran Church across from the cemetery; for information, call 563-449-2358, Dixon Cemetery, 123 Walnut St., Dixon, IL, 9:30am Sat May 25. Iowa Renaissance Festival , celebration of European History and World Culture features 200 costumed characters, 55 artisan merchants, five stages of entertainment, three living history encampments, beer garden & wine, food court, numerous demonstrations, hands-on activities, an equestrian jousting tournament, and more , Amana Park, just off 220 Trail on 27th Ave, Amana Colonies, IA, IowaRenFest.com, 11am Sat May 25 thru Mon May 27. Brucemore in Bloom Tour, trace the development of the gardens from the original plan to the integration of function, recreation, and entertainment in Irene Douglass vision for the country estate; view current plants and landscape techniques that continue to help preserve the historically accurate, prairie-style design; an activity in the Preservation Month series; $12-15; for information, call 319-3627375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Brucemore.org, 6pm Thu May 30. Quilts Without Corners, thru June 2; led by Maria Delsing, CHM Associate; a weekend of quilting; learn to make and top finish a circular quilt; bring quilting supplies and a sewing machine; $125; for information and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail olpretreat@gmail. com, Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 2664 145th Ave, Near Wheatland, IA, CHMIowa.org, 7pm Fri May 31.
June
Grant Wood Scenic Byway 4th GEAR Bike Ride, riders will ride 90 miles in two days through Jones and Jackson counties; riders will begin in Stone City in Jones County and end a day later in Bellevue; there will be mechanical support, luggage and shuttle transport, a water bottle with early registration, and dinner and camping accommodations Saturday night; for information and to register, call 563-864-7112, GrantWoodGear.com, Sat Jun 1 and Sun Jun 2. Taize Vigil Service, led by Sister Kathleen Storms, SSND; an ecumenical movement drawing Christians of all denominations together in unified prayer, followed by a soup supper; freewill donations encouraged; for information and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail olpretreat@gmail.com, Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 2664 145th Ave, Near Wheatland, IA, CHMIowa.org, 5pm Sun Jun 2. Bird Walk, for information, call 563-873-3491 ext 202, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, 8am Sat Jun 8.
Remembering Dad, thru June 15; treat Dad to lunch in the garden cage, and browse among special gift books and keepsake items especially for men; for information and to register, call 563659-8897, The Crossroads Inspired Living & Garden Cafe, 602 10th St., DeWitt, IA, CrossroadsOfDeWitt.com, Tue Jun 11 thru Sat Jun 15. Monthly Trivia Night, Eric Burchett will host and test your knowledge with questions covering a wide range of categories; prizes include cash, tickets, and bragging rights; at the Mendoza Wine Bar inside the lobby; $5 suggested entry fee; for information, call 319-248-1700, Coralville Center for the Performing Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, 8pm Wed Jun 12. Menke Observatory Star Party, stargazing begins at dusk; free; for information, contact Robert Mitchell at MitchellRobertC@SAU.edu or 563-333-6141, St. Ambrose Menke Observatory, Wapsi River Environmental Center, Dixon, IL, SAU.edu, 7pm Sat Jun 15. Full Moon Paddle, explore the calm waters of Odessa; $15 to rent a kayak, $20 to Daniel Tosh @ Peoria Civic Center June 6 rent a canoe; for information, Howe Band, Randy Houser, and James Wesley, a call 319-523-8381, Louisa fireworks display, and more; free; for information, County Conservation Office, 12635 County Rd call 563-284-6961, Iowa 80 Truck Stop, Walcott, G56, Wapello, IA, LouisaCountyConservation.org, Iowa80TruckStop.com/trucker-jamboree, 11am 9am Sat Jun 22. Seldom Seen Festival, two nights of camping Thu Jul 11 thru Sat Jul 13. Bird Walk, for information, call 563-873-3491 on a 625-acre farm, featuring entertainment ext 202, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 by more than 30 musicians, writers, artists, and Hwy 76, Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, 8am other artisans; $15-20 includes admission and Sat Jul 13. camping; for information, contact Zoey Miller at Menke Observatory Star Party, stargazing seldomseenfest@gmail.com or 515-554-2119, begins at dusk; free; for information, contact Seldom Seen Festival Grounds, 738 109th St., Robert Mitchell at MitchellRobertC@SAU.edu or Monmouth, IA, SeldomSeenFest.com, Fri Jun 28. 563-333-6141, St. Ambrose Menke Observatory, July Wapsi River Environmental Center, Dixon, IL, SAU. edu, 7pm Sat Jul 13. Our Countrys Spiritual Heritage, browse Effigy Mounds Moonlight Hike, for among books on the men & women of faith who information, call 563-873-3491 ext 202, Effigy shaped our nations beginnings, and review the Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, U.S. Constitution; for information and to register, Harpers Ferry, IA, NPS.gov/efmo, Sat Jul 27. call 563-659-8897, The Crossroads Inspired Village Alive, see the village come alive as Living & Garden Cafe, 602 10th St., DeWitt, IA, the Friends of the Village re-enact life on the CrossroadsOfDeWitt.com, Mon Jul 1 thru Sat 1890s prairie; with folk-art demonstrations, Jul 6. old-time music by John & Kay Retz, and more; Taize Vigil Service, led by Sister Kathleen free, with donations of non-perishables for food Storms, SSND; an ecumenical movement banks appreciated; for information, call 563drawing Christians of all denominations together 328-3283, Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, 18817 in unified prayer, followed by a soup supper; 290th St., Long Grove, IA, ScottCountyIowa.com/ freewill donations encouraged; for information conservation, Sun Jul 28. and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail olpretreat@gmail.com, Our Lady of the Prairie August & September Retreat, 2664 145th Ave, Near Wheatland, IA, CHMIowa.org, 5pm Sun Jul 7. Taize Vigil Service, led by Sister Kathleen Monthly Trivia Night, Eric Burchett will Storms, SSND; an ecumenical movement host and test your knowledge with questions drawing Christians of all denominations together covering a wide range of categories; prizes in unified prayer, followed by a soup supper; include cash, tickets, and bragging rights; at freewill donations encouraged; for information the Mendoza Wine Bar inside the lobby; $5 and to register, call 563-336-8414 or e-mail suggested entry fee; for information, call 319olpretreat@gmail.com, Our Lady of the Prairie 248-1700, Coralville Center for the Performing Retreat, 2664 145th Ave, Near Wheatland, IA, Arts, 1301 5th St., Coralville, IA, CoralvilleArts.org, CHMIowa.org, 5pm Sun Aug 4. 8pm Wed Jul 10. 2013 Iowa State Fair, annual outdoor event Walcott Truckers Jamboree, family-friendly featuring concerts, games, rides, attractions, event featuring nearly 200 exhibits; a Super Truck vendors, childrens activities, and much more; Beauty Contest, an antique truck display, the for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Iowa Pork Chop Cookout, the Trucker Olympics, Fairgrounds, East 30th Street & East University carnival games, performances by the Dani Lynn Ave., Des Moines, IA, IowaStateFair.org, Thu Aug

Retreat, 2664 145th Ave, Near Wheatland, IA, CHMIowa.org, 5pm Sun Sep 1. by the Womens Connection; featuring the Olympic gold medalist and winner of the 2009 season of Dancing with the Stars; joined by her mother Teri Johnson, Shawn will speak on the topic Believe in Your Dreams, highlighting the imperative to raise girls and young women with high self-esteem; the event includes an exhibition featuring regional dance and tumbling organizations, along with presentation of the 2013 Young Women of Achievement Honorees; $25; for information and tickets, call 309-631-0167, Davenport RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St, Davenport, IA, Womens-Connection.org, 6pm Thu Jun 13. Channel Cat Talk: River Vision 2020, led by Jeff Anderson; learn Molines plans for the riverfront; $12; for information, call 563322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jun 18. Building Peace in the Middle East: Part 2, learn the art of conflict resolution and discuss international relations through this four-part interactive series presented by Dr. Arthur Pitz, who will guide participants through the tenets of the Harvard Negotiation Project and apply them to current Middle East topics; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 18. Riverine Walk: Western Illinois University QC Campus, led by architect Bill Brewer; touyr the WIU-QC campus and learn about the schools plans for expansion and neighboring development efforts; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Western Illinois University Quad Cities, 3561 60th St, Moline, IL, RiverAction.org, Wed Jun 19 and Sat Jun 22. Channel Cat Talk: River Landscape Mosaic, led by Dr. Reuben Heine and Dr. Norm Moline; study the channel characteristics, riverfront uses, and environmental issues from Arsenal island to Campbells Island; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Thu Jun 20. One State Together in the Arts, gain fresh perspectives and new strategies for success, build your professional network, experience nine dynamic TED-style talks, and more; $135 & up, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, OneStateIllinois.com, Mon Jun 24. Building Peace in the Middle East: Part 3, learn the art of conflict resolution and discuss international relations through this four-part interactive series presented by Dr. Arthur Pitz, who will guide participants through the tenets of the Harvard Negotiation Project and apply them to current Middle East topics; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 25. Channel Cat Talk: Birds of the Mississippi Flyway, led by Bob Clevenstine; get to know the birds you see on the river; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jun 25 and Thu Jun 27. Riverine Walk: Hennepin Canal - Historical Landmark & Recreational Gem, led by Gary Wagle; learn about the canals history, restoration projects, and recreation efforts; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Hennepin Canal Visitors Center, 16006 875 E. Street, Sheffield, IL, RiverAction.org, Wed Jun 26 and Sat Jun 29.
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LECTURES
Strategies for Maximizing Your Social Security Benefits, George Villa, president of Villa Tax Advisory Group, will discuss the importance of when you decide to take Social Security when it comes to your retirement; he will discuss ways to boost your benefits and increase retirement income; free; for information, call 800-2341815, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, VillaTax.com, 6pm Thu May 16. Ten Effective Ways to Utilize Social Media in Your Job Search, a look at social-media tools including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google+; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 9am Tue May 21. Government Contracting Symposium, for information, call 309-764-2001, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, iwirelessCenter.com, 8am Wed May 22 and Thu May 23. Nepal: From Dream to Adventure, Dee Canfield relates the story of realizing her life-long dream of adventure travel; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 2:30pm Sat Jun 1. Have Book, Will Travel, Marsha Holmes from Gullivers Travel Agency will provide handy guidelines on planning your next trip, whether you drive or fly, stay in the USA or head overseas; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Tue Jun 4. Channel Cat Talk: Mississippi River Mussels, led by Mike Coffey; learn about the diversity of mussel species in Pool 15; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jun 4 and Thu Jun 6. Riverine Walk: Credit Island & War of 1812, led by historian Karen Anderson; learn about Credit Island Harbor, Grand Isle/Suburban Island Amusement Parks, and Mississippi River migratory flyway; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am: $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Credit Island, 800 Credit Island Ln., Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Jun 5 and Sat Jun 8. Egypt Travelogue, author, writer, and instructor Brian Alm will discuss the cultural and scenic themes of Egypt; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 10. Channel Cat Talk: Native Americans and the Mississippi River, led by Christina Kastell; learn the history and culture of Native Americans on the river in our region; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jun 11 and Thu Jun 13. Building Peace in the Middle East: Part 1, learn the art of conflict resolution and discuss international relations through this four-part interactive series presented by Dr. Arthur Pitz, who will guide participants through the tenets of the Harvard Negotiation Project and apply them to current Middle East topics; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 11. Riverine Walk: Sylvan Island Demonstration Area, led by Augustana Colleges Dr. Norm Moline; learn the history of these interpretive sites including turning brownfields into recreational areas; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Sylvan Island, Moline, IL, RiverAction.org, Wed Jun 12 and Sat Jun 15. An Evening with Shawn Johnson, hosted
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July
Travel the World of History, Mystery, and Adventure, storyteller and author Brian Fox Ellis shares stories of his adventures in foreign lands, historical tales he discovered along the way, and the mystery of traveling off the beaten paths in a night of stories, poetry, and literature; free; for information, call 309-524-2440, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Mon Jul 1.
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led by Alishia Kenney; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Marquette Street Boat Ramp, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 10. Riverine Walk: Big Fish and Little Fish, led by Adam Theise; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Marquette Street Boat Ramp, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Sat Jul 13. Channel Cat Talk: Rafting Logs to QC Mills, led by historian Gayle Rein; explore the history of QC lumber industry in Iowa and Illinois, and listen to stories about mill owners, lumber camps, and rafting crews; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jul 16 and Thu Jul 18. Riverine Walk: Reptiles and Amphibians, led by environmental specialist Mik Holgerson; learn about reptiles and amphibians in our area; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Jul 17 and Sat Jul 20. Channel Cat Talk: Jazzing It Up on the Mississippi River - Bix Beiderbecke, led by Josh Duffee; experience Bixs history through the bands hes played with, his music, and stories of his life; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jul 23 and Thu Jul 25. Riverine Walk: Where Does It All Go? Recycling 101, led by Martin Davis; explore a recycling facility and learn where it all goes; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Midland Davis Corporation, 3301 4th Ave., Moline, IL, RiverAction.org, Wed Jul 24 and Sat Jul 27. Channel Cat Talk: Music of the Mississippi River, Ellis Kell presents songs and stories of the Mississippi River; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Jul 30. Riverine Walk: River Actions e-Tour, led by Dan McNeil; visit mobile websites and tour the Great River Trail; $5; for information, call 563322-2969, Western Illinois University Quad Cities, 3561 60th St, Moline, IL, RiverAction.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 31.
LECTURES
July
Building Peace in the Middle East: Part 4, learn the art of conflict resolution and discuss international relations through this four-part interactive series presented by Dr. Arthur Pitz, who will guide participants through the tenets of the Harvard Negotiation Project and apply them to current Middle East topics; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Tue Jul 2. Riverine Walk: Rock River Trail, led by Frank Scheir; learn about plans for the Rock River Trail Initiative; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Black Hawk State Park Lodge, 1500 Black Hawk Rd, Rock Island, IL, RiverAction.org, Wed Jul 3 and Sat Jul 6. Native American History in Rock Island, Ferrel Anderson of the Quad City Archaeological
Society will discuss the history of the Native Americans living in what is now Rock Island, and the evidence that is still found today telling their story that ended in the tragic Black Hawk War of 1831-32; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Mon Jul 8. Chef Monika Sudakov, foods from around the world will be explored with the owner of the Chestnut Street Inn in Sheffield, Illinois; free; for information, call 309-524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary. com, 6:30pm Tue Jul 9. Channel Cat Talk: How Do Locks and Dams Work?, led by Bill Gretten; experience looking through Lock & Dam 15, a brief history of navigation on the Mississippi, and discuss water-level control and dam operation; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction. org, 9am Tue Jul 9 and Thu Jul 11. Riverine Walk: Big Fish and Little Fish,
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Channel Cat Talk: Music of the Mississippi River, Ellis Kell presents songs and stories of the Mississippi River; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Thu Aug 1. Riverine Walk: River Actions e-Tour, led by Dan McNeil; visit mobile websites and tour the Great River Trail; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, Western Illinois University Quad Cities, 3561 60th St, Moline, IL, RiverAction.org, 9am Sat Aug 3. Channel Cat Talk: Historic Bridges of the Quad Cities, led by Dr. Curt Roseman; examine the history of the first railroad bridge to cross the Mississippi, plus the Government, Centennial, I-74, and Moline Arsenal bridges; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction. org, 9am Tue Aug 6 and Thu Aug 8. Riverine Walk: East Meets West, led by historian Karen Anderson; learn the history of the first railroad bridge crossing; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Aug 7 and Sat Aug 10. Channel Cat Talk: First Railroad Bridge Across the Mississippi, led by Larry McHenry; learn the history of the first railroad bridge to cross the Mississippi River; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Tue Aug 13 and Thu Aug 15. Riverine Walk: Quad Cities Railroad History, led by Roald Tweet; discover the history of rail in the Quad Cities including the famed Rock Island Lines; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, River Heritage Park, River Dr. & East 4th St., Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Aug 14 and Sat Aug 17. Channel Cat Talk: Mississippi River Photography, led by Ange Glade; bring a film or digital camera, with optional items zoom, wide angle, and telephoto lenses and a tripod; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction. org, 9am Tue Aug 20 and Thu Aug 22. Riverine Walk: Macrophotography, led by environmental specialist Mike Holgerson; a camera with a macro option is required; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563322-2969, Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, Wed Aug 21 and Sat Aug 24. Channel Cat Talk: Tales of a Riverboat Captain, stories of a riverboat captain with Harry Pelton; $12; for information, call 563-322-2969, Celebration Belle, 2501 River Dr, Davenport, IA, RiverAction.org, 9am Tue Aug 27 and Thu Aug 29.

Riverine Walk: QC Wild Place - Green Valley Nature Preserve, meet at 60th Street & the Rock River; led by Rodd Schrick; Wed. 6:30pm, Sat. 9am; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969, RiverAction.org, Wed Aug 28 and Sat Aug 31. Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Tue May 28. Elder Care Specialist, Wednesdays thru Aug. 7; short-term health care certificate training program; $215; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC. edu/health, 6pm Wed May 29.
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Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies, register by May 17 for June 6-9 workshop; gain the knowledge, skills, practical tools and techniques needed for creative and comprehensive youth ministry in both parish and school settings; for information, contact Chris Clow at 563-333-6189 or ministry@SAU. edu,, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, SAU.edu, Fri May 17. EKG Technician, Fridays thru June 28; shortterm health care certificate training program; $375; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu/ health, 10am Fri May 17. Succession Planting, a course in the extensions Vegetable Gardening Class series; attendees will learn some of basics for planting, care, and harvesting of fresh produce; free; for information and to register, call 309-756-9978, University of Illinois Extension - Milan, 321 W. 2nd Ave., Milan, IL, Web.extension.illinois.edu/ hmrs, 5:30pm Mon May 20. The Basics of Medical Practice Management, Mondays thru July 15; short-term health care certificate training program; $245; for information and to register, call 309-7968223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu/health, 5:30pm Mon May 20. Getting Started with Downloading eBooks, learn how to access the Librarys collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks and how to download them to your portable device; free; for information, call 309-7327323, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue May 21. Pharmacy Technician Certification Preparation, Tuesdays thru Aug. 27; short-term health care certificate training program; $645; for information and to register, call 309-7968223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu/health, 5:30pm Tue May 21. Dont Doubt the Drought, this program will discuss growth expectations in 2013 on lawns, newly planted trees, shrubs, and evergreens; a course in the University of Illinois Extensions Spring 2013 Horticulture Telenet Series; Tue. 1pm, Thu. 7pm; $5; for information and to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, Web. extension.illinois.edu/hmrs, Tue May 21 and Thu May 23. Pharmacy Technician, Wednesdays thru Aug. 28; short-term health care certificate training program; $645; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC. edu/health, 5:30pm Wed May 22. Info Session: Master of Education in Teaching, become a teacher leader and gain your full potential in the classroom; refreshments served; free; for information, call 563=333-5744, Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, SAU. edu, 4pm Wed May 22. Phlebotomy Technician, Fridays thru Aug. 2; short-term health care certificate training program; $655; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC. edu/health, 3:30pm Fri May 24. QCAD Knitting Class, supplies provided; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock
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Phlebotomy Technician, Saturdays thru Aug. 24; short-term health care certificate training program; $655; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC. edu/health, 8:30am Sat Jun 1. Nontraditional Careers Open House, meet local professionals, professors, and students who work to conserve and educate the public about natural and cultural resources; explore possible degrees and careers through interactive presentations on museums, park & wildlife services, environmental biology, tourism, and zoos and aquariums; refreshments served; for information, call 309-762-9481 or e-mail DJ-Mclean@wiu.edu, Western Illinois University Quad Cities, Riverfront, 3300 River Dr., Moline, IL, WIU.edu/qc, 4pm Tue Jun 4. Info Session: Master of Education in Teaching, become a teacher leader and gain your full potential in the classroom; refreshments served; free; for information, call 563=333-5744, Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, SAU. edu, 3pm Wed Jun 5. Pesticide Applicator Testing, for information, call 563-359-7577, Scott County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, DBS.extension.iastate.edu/ calendar, 10am Fri Jun 7. Growing and Cooking with Herbs, led by by Deb Monroe; tips on growing, harvesting, and cooking with herbs from our own Master Gardener and Chef; sample delicious recipes; $5.50; for information and to register, call 563-659-8897, The Crossroads Inspired Living & Garden Cafe, 602 10th St., DeWitt, IA, CrossroadsOfDeWitt.com, 10am Sat Jun 8. Health Careers Adventure Camp, thru June 14; a fun, information-filled day camp allows students to experience the challenges, opportunities and rewards of health professions through hands-on learning sessions provided by faculty and practicing clinicians; $200-225; for information, contact Alisa Rusch at 563-3335892 or RuschAlisaR@SAU.edu, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, SAU. edu, 7:30pm Mon Jun 10. Getting Started Downloading Library eBooks & eAudiobooks, learn how to use the librarys free download services to get ebooks and eaudiobooks on your computers, portable listening devices, tablets, and ereaders; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Wed Jun 12. Using Your iPad, learn tips on how to use it; bring your own device with you; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 2:30pm Thu Jun 13. Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies, register by June 14 for July 11-14 course; gain the knowledge, skills, practical tools and techniques needed for creative and comprehensive youth ministry in both parish and school setting; for information, contact Chris Clow at 563-333-6189 or ministry@SAU.edu, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, Fri Jun 14.
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Professional Development: Managing Project Communication, June 17 & 18; learn to develop a communication management plan for distributing appropriate information to each stakeholder group through proper forms of media, while actively managing stakeholder expectations; learn tools and approaches for influencing outcomes, negotiating results and managing conflicts, and how to recognize negotiation styles, including your own; $695; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-3335723 or pd@SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8:30am Mon Jun 17. Professional Development: Project Management: PMP and CAPM Exam Preparation, thru June 26; become thoroughly prepared to take the Project Management Institutes Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) certification exams; course includes a comprehensive review of the PMBOK Guide, the application process, practice exams and test-taking tips; $995; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-333-5723 or pd@ SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8:30am Mon Jun 17. Getting Started with Downloading Music, learn how to use this new service; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Jun 19. Using Your Tablet, learn tips on how to use it; bring your own device with you; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 2:30pm Thu Jun 20. QCAD Knitting Class, supplies provided; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Tue Jun 25. Getting Started Downloading Library eBooks & eAudiobooks, learn how to use the librarys free download services to get ebooks and eaudiobooks on your computers, portable listening devices, tablets, and ereaders; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 1:30pm Thu Jun 27. College Search 101: A Legacys Guide to the College Admissions Process, sessions include tips for writing admissions essays, navigating college academics, and getting the most out of campus tours, details about the financial aid process, and individual college search counseling session for each family; $100/student includes lodging, meals, and entertainment for the student and accompanying family member; for information, e-mail admissions@Augustana.edu or call 309-794-7341, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, Augustana.edu/x19137.xml, Fri Jun 28.
or the first time in years, one of our areas largest and most eagerly awaited summertime festivals gets underway beginning on the Fourth of July, and the timing of the event begs the question: Whats the point in saluting the red and the white when theres all this Kenny Wayne blues to celebrate? Shepherd Taking place in Davenports LeClaire Park through July 6, the three-day Mississippi Valley Blues Festival will once again showcase this great American music genre through numerous workshops and childrens BlueSkool activities, among them a blues-photography workshop led by David Horwitz and an introduction to the blues harmonica with free instruments and lessons for the kids presented by David Berntson. Evocative artworks in the Mississippi Valley Blues Society 16th-annual photo exhibit will, from 1 to 6:30 p.m. daily, be on display at the parks neighboring Freight House. And, of course, there will be scorching and soulful blues tunes galore, courtesy of the more than two dozen national and local artists performing on two LeClaire Park stages. Thursdays roster includes sets with the Selwyn Birchwood Band, Kevin B.F. Burt, Howard & the White Boys, the Westbrook Singers, Eddie Devil Boy Turner & the Trouble Twins, Davina & the Vagabonds, the Chris OLeary Band, Walter Trout, and Southern Hospitality with Victor Wainwright, J.P. Soars, and Damon Fowler. Friday brings with it performances by Jimmy Nick & Dont Tell Mama, Scottie Miller, Samantha Fish, Anthony Gomes, John Primer, Mighty Sam McClain, and the River Music Experiences Winter Blues Allstars, plus the to-be-named winners of the 2013 Mississippi Valley Blues Challenge. And Saturdays concert lineup features Toby Walker, The 44s, Ironing Board Sam & Ardie Dean, W.C. Clark, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and C.J. Chenier & the Red Hot Louisiana Band. So get ready for some spectacular musicianship over the Fourth of July weekend and, in the process, deep insight into what the blues is all about which the famed blues artist Leon Redbone once simplified as nothing but a good man feeling bad. Please dont tell that to Davina or Samantha, though, or they might just head home. For more information on the 2013 Mississippi Valley Blues Festival call (563)322-5837 or visit MVBS.org. Mike Schulz
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librarys free download services to get ebooks and eaudiobooks on your computers, portable listening devices, tablets, and ereaders; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Wed Jul 10. Medical Receptionist, Thursdays thru July 29; short-term health care certificate training program; $155; for information and to register, call 309-796-8223, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, BHC.edu/ health, 6pm Thu Jul 11. Using Your Tablet, learn tips on how to use it; bring your own device with you; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Mon Jul 22. Professional Development: Leadership Through People Skills, an intensive, five-day learning experience that transforms managers into leaders by teaching the skills necessary to meet todays business challenges and turn vision into reality; $1,295; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-333-5723 or pd@SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8am Mon Jul 22. QCAD Knitting Class, supplies provided; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Tue Jul 23. Getting Started with Downloading Music, learn how to use this new service; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 24. Info Session: Master of Education in Teaching, become a teacher leader and gain your full potential in the classroom; refreshments served; free; for information, call 563=333-5744, Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu, 3pm Wed Jul 24. meet todays business challenges and turn vision into reality; $1,295; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-333-5723 or pd@SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8am Mon Aug 12. Getting Started with Downloading Music, learn to use this new service; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 2pm Tue Aug 13. 5 Steps to Getting Organized, presented by Mona Brantley of Organize That; with logical hints, tips, and tricks that will make a difference in your life; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Tue Aug 20. QCAD Knitting Class, supplies provided; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Tue Aug 27. Professional Development: Creative Project Management, apply the concepts of creativity and innovation to keep projects on-track, evaluate priorities within project constraints, and define good enough as opposed to extreme compliance; identify strategies for managing difficult or seemingly impossible projects; understand how technology can provide creativity beyond current project limits; $695; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-3335723 or pd@SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8:30am Tue Aug 27. Info Session: Master of Education in Teaching, become a teacher leader and gain your full potential in the classroom; refreshments served; free; for information, call 563=333-5744, Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu, 4pm Wed Aug 28.
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Using Your iPad, learn tips on how to use it; bring your own device with you; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Tue Jul 2. Professional Development: Leadership Through People Skills, an intensive, five-day learning experience that transforms managers into leaders by teaching the skills necessary to meet todays business challenges and turn vision into reality; $1,295; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-333-5723 or pd@SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8am Mon Jul 8. Getting Started Downloading Library eBooks & eAudiobooks, learn how to use the
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Professional Development: Leadership Through People Skills, an intensive, five-day learning experience that transforms managers into leaders by teaching the skills necessary to meet todays business challenges and turn vision into reality; $1,295; for information, contact Stacy Schivley at 563-333-5723 or pd@SAU.edu, SAU Downtown Education Center, 331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, SAU.edu/pd, 8am Mon Aug 5. Professional Development: Leadership Through People Skills, an intensive, five-day learning experience that transforms managers into leaders by teaching the skills necessary to
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Independent Scholars Evening, on Thursdays; the evenings are for the presentation of area scholars ongoing work; snacks and a cash bar available; free; for information, call 309-762-9202, e-mail qcinstitute@sbcglobal. net,or visit Facebook.com/pages/Phoenix-ArtGallery/190686381317, Moline Commercial Club, 513b 16th St, Moline, IL, Facebook.com/pages/ The-Institute-for-Cultural-and-Healing-TraditionsLtd/109523579139747, 7pm Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30.
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On! The Buddy Holly Experience. Rock-and-roll show with touring Holly interpreter Billy McGuigan. Ohnward Fine Arts Center (1215 East Platt Street, Maquoketa). 7 p.m. $13-25. For information and tickets, call (563)652-9815 or visit OhnwardFineArtsCenter.com. Sunday, May 19 The Bill Bell Trio. Jazz ensemble performs and educates as part of Polyrhythms Third Sunday Jazz series. The Redstone Room (129 Main Street, Davenport). 3 p.m. all-ages jazz workshop ($5/adult, free for children), 6 p.m. concert ($10-15). For tickets and information, call (309)3730790 or visit RiverMusicExperience. org or Polythythms.Ning.com. Sunday, May 19 Hot Club of Cowtown. Austin, Texas-based Western-swing trio in concert. Englert Theatre (221 East Washington Street, Iowa City). 7 p.m. $20-25. For tickets and information, call (319)688-2653 or visit Englert.org. Sunday, May 19 Lauras Legacy Concert. Singer/songwriter and Rock Island native Lissie headlines a concert for the ALS division of the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois, with additional performances by Jordan Danielsen, Phox, and Whoozdads? featuring Ellis Kell. Schwiebert Riverfront Park (17th and 20th streets, Rock Island). 1 p.m. gates, 1:15 p.m. music, 5 p.m. Lissie concert. $10 for adults, free for ages 12 & under with paid adult. For information, call (309)732-7275. Thursday, May 23 Yo La Tengo. Concert with independent musicians Ira Kaplan, Georgia Hubley, and James McNew. Englert Theatre (221 East Washington Street, Iowa City). 8 p.m. $25. For tickets and information, call (319)688-2653 or visit Englert. org. Friday, May 24 Rick Springfield. Concert with the chart-topping pop singer of Love Somebody and Jessies Girl. Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center (1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf ). 7:30 p.m. $30-40. For information, call (800)724-5825 or visit Bettendorf. IsleOfCapriCasinos.com. Friday, May 24 KISS Army. The costumed tribute musicians in an outdoor concert, with an opening set by Wes Weebers Brokeass Sellouts. Rock Island Brewing Company (1815 Second Avenue, Rock Island). 8 p.m. $10. For information, call (309)7934060 or visit RIBCO.com. Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26 The Travoltas. Annual Memorial Day weekend outdoor concerts with the 80s tribute band, featuring opening sets by Just Chords on Saturday and the Premium Sellouts on Sunday. Rock Island Brewing Company (1815 Second Avenue, Rock Island). 8 p.m. $10-12. For information, call (309)793-4060 or visit RIBCO.com. Friday, May 24, through Sunday, May 26 America Assassination. Journey Live Production and writer/ director Curtis B. Lewis present an inside look into an urban community where characters share stories through up-tempo rhythms, music, humor, and poetry. Davenport Junior Theatre (2822 Eastern Avenue, Davenport). Friday 7:30 p.m., Saturday 3 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday 6 p.m. $10-15. For information and tickets, call (309)716-4662 or e-mail JourneyLiveProduction@gmail.com. Friday, May 24, and Saturday, May 25 The Chronicles of Lincoln & Grant. Historical program co-written, co-produced, and performed by Tom Swenson and Dan Haughey, with a Q&A following. District Theatre (1611 Second Avenue, Rock Island). 8 p.m. $15. For tickets and information, call (309)235-1654 or visit DistrictTheatre. com. Friday, May 17, through Sunday, May 19 Bishop Hill Quilt Show. Weekend event featuring quilting displays, demonstrations, raffles, door prizes, quilting challenges, a Trash & Treasures Corner, and more. Bishop Hill Colony School (405 West Main Street, Bishop Hill). Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $4. For information, e-mail LST1167@theinter.com. Friday, May 17, through Sunday, May 19 Dubuquefest Fine Arts Festival. The 36th-annual juried fine-art fair features the work of 85 artists and artisans from across the region, plus live musicians, vendors, childrens activities, and more. Washington Park and Town Clock Plaza (890 Main Street, Dubuque). Free admission. For information, call (563)564-5290 or visit Dubuquefest. org. Friday, May 17, through Saturday, May 25 Bottoms Up Burlesque: Komic Kahn. Comicbook-themed performances with the area burlesque artists and comedians. Circa 21 Speakeasy (1818 Third Avenue, Rock Island). Saturday and Sunday 8 p.m. $15. For tickets and information, call (309)786-7733 extension 2 or visit Circa21.com. For an interview with emcee Josh Kahn, visit RCReader.com/y/joshkahn. Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18 French Market Days. Weekend activities include a jewelrymaking class, wine-garden event, terrarium class, afternoon tea, glass-garden crafts, the Fashion Plate Pet Contest, and more. Downtown LeClaire. Events beginning at 10 a.m. For information, call (563)289-4242 extension 1135 or visit VisitLeClaire. com. Saturday, May 18 St. Ambrose University Wine Festival. Annual scholarship fundraiser on the lawn features samplings of 120 wines from around the world and culinary highlights from a number of Quad Cities restaurants. St. Ambrose University (518 West Locust Street, Davenport). 3-6 p.m. $45. For tickets and information, call (563)333-6290 or visit SAU.edu. Saturday, May 25, through Monday, May 27 Iowa Renaissance Festival. Annual celebration of European history and world culture features 200 costumed characters, 55 artisan merchants, five stages of entertainment, three living-history encampments, a beer garden and wine, a food court, demonstrations, hands-on activities, an equestrian jousting tournament, and more. Amana Park (off 220 Trail on 27th Avenue, Amana). 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $6-10. For information, e-mail greg@festint.com or visit IowaRenFest.com.
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River Crafters, on Thursdays; grab your craft, art, or knitting project and join the fun; for information, call Laura at 563-508-2755 or Lottie at 309-794-0618, Fresh Deli, 421 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, 11:30am Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Marijuana Anonymous, for information on meeting times and locales, call 309-502-9766 or e-mail ma_qca@yahoo.com, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. QCAD Drop-in for Teens, on Fridays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Fri May 17 thru Fri May 31. All-Faith Luncheon, on Saturdays; book discussion and reviews, $3 soup, handicapaccessible; hosted by the Ecumenical Fellowship, open to all faiths; for information, call 563326-3062, Books-a-Million, 4000 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA, 12pm Sat May 18 and Sat May 25. QCAD Gay & Gray Group, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Mon May 20. Fireside Knitters, on Tuesdays; knit and crochet items for various social organizations throughout the Quad Cities; supplies provided; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue May 21 and Tue May 28. Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group (QCMUG) Meeting, in the 2nd floor Norm Kelinson Room; featuring a special program/ presentation on Macintosh Applications or hardware, and an Open Forum question and answer period where members help other Macintosh users solve problems and improve their computer skills; $24/year family memberships, guests welcome, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, QCMUG.org, 6:30pm Tue May 21. Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 11:30am Tue May 21. QCAD Young Adults Social Group, on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Black Hawk College Board of Trustees Meeting, for information, call 309-796-5051, Community Education Center, 404 E. 3rd St., Kewanee, IL, BHC.edu, 6pm Thu May 23. QCAD Mens Coming Out Group, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu May 23. 4-H Sport Fishing Club, members will learn fishing and water safety, angling skills, the different characteristics of fish, importance of water quality and more; $20 plus cost of supples, Aledo Central Park Bandshell, Hwy 17, Aledo, IL, Extension.uiuc.edu, 9am Sat May 25. QCAD Stitch & Bitch, a class for quilting and other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6pm Mon May 27. ISU Scott County Extension Council Meeting, for information, call 563-359-7577, Scott County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, DBS.extension.iastate.edu/ calendar, 7pm Tue May 28.
Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Fri Jun 7 thru Fri Jun 28. All-Faith Luncheon, on Saturdays; book QCAD Dining OUT, meet at a designated discussion and reviews, $3 soup, handicaprestaurant and enjoy a meal with QCAD friends; accessible; hosted by the Ecumenical Fellowship, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians open to all faiths; for information, call 563Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock 326-3062, Books-a-Million, 4000 E. 53rd St., Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Mon Davenport, IA, 12pm Sat Jun 1 thru Sat Jun 29. Jun 10. QCAD Spectrum, transgender social/support Knit for Peace, monthly group for those group meets on the 1st Sat. of the month; for who like to knit or crochet; bring a project or a information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians problem; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Sat 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, Jun 1. 6pm Tue Jun 11. Marijuana Anonymous, for information on Psycards: Set Your Psyche Free, a Quad meeting times and locales, call 309-502-9766 Cities Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS-QC) or e-mail ma_qca@ meeting, presented yahoo.com, Sat Jun 1 by Catt Foy; free; for thru Sun Jun 30. information, e-mail Brilliant IONSQC@aol.com Companions Club, or call 563-332the BBC Sci-Fi fan 7259, Bettendorf club covers the first Public Library, 2950 half of Doctor Who, Learning Campus, season three; free; Bettendorf, IA, for information, call Noetic.org, 6:30pm 309-524-2470, Moline Thu Jun 13. Public Library, 3210 QCAD Mens 41st St., Moline, IL, Coming Out Group, Quad City Air Show 2013 @ Davenport MolineLibrary.com, for information, call Municipal Airport June 22 & 23 7pm Mon Jun 3. 309-786-2580, Quad Bettendorf Kiwanis Board Meeting, for Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Thu Jun 13. BettendorfLibrary.com, 5:15pm Mon Jun 3. Bettendorf Library Board of Trustees Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting, Meeting, for information, call 563-344-4175, guests can attend the Beginners SIG (Special Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Interest Group) which meets at 5:30pm just Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, before the main meeting; free; for information, 4:30pm Thu Jun 13. call 309-764-5570 or e-mail joseph85_us@ QCAD Gay & Gray Group, for information, yahoo.com, Butterworth Center, 1105 8th Street, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Moline, IL, QCS.org, 7pm Mon Jun 3. Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAD Stitch & Bitch, a class for quilting and QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Mon Jun 17. other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 (QCMUG) Meeting, in the 2nd floor Norm 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity. Kelinson Room; featuring a special program/ org, 6pm Mon Jun 3. presentation on Macintosh Applications or Friends of the Bettendorf Library Meeting, hardware, and an Open Forum question for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf and answer period where members help Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, other Macintosh users solve problems and Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 7pm Tue improve their computer skills; $24/year family Jun 4. memberships, guests welcome, Bettendorf QCAD Young Adults Social Group, on Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Wednesdays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Bettendorf, IA, QCMUG.org, 6:30pm Tue Jun 18. Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 Rock Island Public Library Board of 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity. Trustees Meeting, for information, call 309-732org, 7pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. 7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, Understanding Suicide, a confidential 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary. group that meets bi-weekly to serve individuals org, 11:30am Tue Jun 18. who have contemplated or attempted suicide Understanding Suicide, a confidential and those coping with the suicide of a loved group that meets bi-weekly to serve individuals one or those concerned about a loved one by who have contemplated or attempted suicide providing education, resources, support, and an and those coping with the suicide of a loved opportunity to share and process thoughts and one or those concerned about a loved one by feelings related to suicide; for information, call providing education, resources, support, and an 309-786-5734, Christian Care, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock opportunity to share and process thoughts and Island, IL, ChristianCareQC.org, 4pm Wed Jun 5. feelings related to suicide; for information, call Independent Scholars Evening, on 309-786-5734, Christian Care, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock Thursdays; the evenings are for the presentation Island, IL, ChristianCareQC.org, 4pm Wed Jun 19. of area scholars ongoing work; snacks and a QCAD Stitch & Bitch, a class for quilting and cash bar available; free; for information, call other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, 309-762-9202, e-mail qcinstitute@sbcglobal. Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 net,or visit Facebook.com/pages/Phoenix-Art2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity. Gallery/190686381317, Moline Commercial org, 6pm Mon Jun 24. Club, 513b 16th St, Moline, IL, Facebook.com/ ISU Scott County Extension Council pages/The-Institute-for-Cultural-and-HealingMeeting, for information, call 563-359-7577, Traditions-Ltd/109523579139747, 7pm Thu Jun Scott County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, DBS.extension.iastate. River Crafters, on Thursdays; grab your edu/calendar, 7pm Tue Jun 25. craft, art, or knitting project and join the fun; Black Hawk College Board of Trustees for information, call Laura at 563-508-2755 or Meeting, in Building 1s Black Hawk Room; for Lottie at 309-794-0618, Fresh Deli, 421 W. River information, call 309-796-5051, Black Hawk Dr., Davenport, IA, 11:30am Thu Jun 6 thru Thu College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Jun 27. Moline, IL, BHC.edu, 6pm Thu Jun 27. QCAD Drop-in for Teens, on Fridays; for QCAD Mens Coming Out Group, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock
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July
Bettendorf Kiwanis Board Meeting, for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 5:15pm Mon Jul 1. Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting, guests can attend the Beginners SIG (Special Interest Group) which meets at 5:30pm just before the main meeting; free; for information, call 309-764-5570 or e-mail joseph85_us@ yahoo.com, Butterworth Center, 1105 8th Street, Moline, IL, QCS.org, 7pm Mon Jul 1. QCAD Stitch & Bitch, a class for quilting and other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity. org, 6pm Mon Jul 1. Marijuana Anonymous, for information on meeting times and locales, call 309-502-9766 or e-mail ma_qca@yahoo.com, Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. QCAD Young Adults Social Group, on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity. org, 7pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Understanding Suicide, a confidential group that meets bi-weekly to serve individuals who have contemplated or attempted suicide and those coping with the suicide of a loved one or those concerned about a loved one by providing education, resources, support, and an opportunity to share and process thoughts and feelings related to suicide; for information, call 309-786-5734, Christian Care, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, ChristianCareQC.org, 4pm Wed Jul 3. Independent Scholars Evening, on Thursdays; the evenings are for the presentation of area scholars ongoing work; snacks and a cash bar available; free; for information, call 309-762-9202, e-mail qcinstitute@sbcglobal. net,or visit Facebook.com/pages/Phoenix-ArtGallery/190686381317, Moline Commercial Club, 513b 16th St, Moline, IL, Facebook.com/ pages/The-Institute-for-Cultural-and-HealingTraditions-Ltd/109523579139747, 7pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. River Crafters, on Thursdays; grab your craft, art, or knitting project and join the fun; for information, call Laura at 563-508-2755 or Lottie at 309-794-0618, Fresh Deli, 421 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, 11:30am Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. QCAD Drop-in for Teens, on Fridays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Fri Jul 5 thru Fri Jul 26. All-Faith Luncheon, on Saturdays; book discussion and reviews, $3 soup, handicapaccessible; hosted by the Ecumenical Fellowship, open to all faiths; for information, call 563326-3062, Books-a-Million, 4000 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA, 12pm Sat Jul 6 thru Sat Jul 27. QCAD Spectrum, transgender social/support group meets on the 1st Sat. of the month; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Sat Jul 6. Brilliant Companions Club, the BBC Sci-Fi fan club covers the second half of Doctor Who, season three; free; for information, call 309524-2470, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline, IL, MolineLibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jul 8. QCAD Dining OUT, meet at a designated restaurant and enjoy a meal with QCAD friends; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Mon Jul 8.
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WORDS FROM THE EDITOR

by Kathleen McCarthy km@rcreader.com
American Lemmings and Crony Capitalism

insular measure. It passed by unanimous consent, without a roll-call vote, giving cover to legislators to later disclaim it. Obama signed it with precious little media coverage (the same day as the Boston Marathon), preserving the status quo so that politicians and bureaucrats remain free to engage in criminal activity under the radar. Mainstream media in the Quad Cities area reported on the original act more than a year ago, but searches on local news medias Web sites for coverage of last months continuity-of-government coup only turned up one story from a local broadcast stations site: Obama signs law limiting disclosure requirements, KWQC. com/story/21982445/obama-signs-lawlimiting-disclosure-requirements. That page has now been removed. All of our so-called representatives including Chuck Grassley, Tom Harkin, Dave Loebsack, and Cheri Bustos were silent, offering no objection to repeal the requirement for online disclosure of their financial activity. This arrogance is inexcusable, and should qualify for recall or some sanction that provides remedy. We the people cannot expect the criminals to prosecute themselves. Another shocking act by Congress is the passage of H.R. 933, the Consolidated & Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2013, which, in part, effectively exempts Monsanto from any liability stemming from products that utilize genetically modified organisms. Recent French studies have revealed that rats ingesting GMOs for longer than 90 days develop large tumors in their digestive systems. Since these studies are the only ones conducted for longer than 90 days, the results are alarming and should provide America with the red flag(s) that have prompted Europe, Japan, and many other developed countries to ban GMOs altogether. If GMOs are safe, why does Monsanto require special dispensation from harm GMOs might cause? (See the Readers cover story Cutting Through the Frakenfood Debate at RCReader.com/y/gmos.) Meanwhile, H.R. 933 also dubbed the Monsanto Protection Act contains Section 735, which was purportedly snuck in, with no one yet taking credit. The provision, within a 240-page bill, gives the Secretary of Agriculture (currently former Iowa Governor Tom Vilsack) the authority to grant, upon request, a temporary permit or deregulation of what has been determined to be un-regulated by the courts. So, essentially, Monsanto can just make a call if any of its work product or activities happen to be found harmful (RCReader.com/y/hr933). This is a classic example of the public/ private partnerships that are pervasive in global economies. Capitalism and free markets are not functional when government and corporate monopolies collude to provide such comprehensive protection of profits. The Center for Food Safety released a report in February that reveals that only three corporations control most of the global commercial seed market, and that the average cost to plant an acre of soybeans rose by 325 percent between 1995 and 2011. Meanwhile, the impact of Monsantos victory in the Supreme Court this week (RCReader.com/y/patent) on Americas small farmers and growers is ominous at best. The court upheld Monsantos claim that its patent and property rights on genetically modified seeds carries over into succeeding generations of seeds, no matter whether the farmer knew such seeds were mixed into his crop or not. Such historic rulings have prompted some public awareness of the matter, including a worldwide March on Monsanto on May 25, to protest what many consider to be crony capitalism at the expense of food safety and affordability. Locations of the marches, including a to-be-determined one in Moline, are available at RCReader.com/y/ march. Capitalism has all but disappeared in America under the umbrella of government intervention in nearly all economic transactions. Americans need to reacquaint themselves with the principles of capitalism, free markets, and open societies before it is too late. A good source to start that education is David Stockmans recorded presentation on crony capitalism found at RCReader. com/y/stockman. At least bother to understand what is at stake due to the lemming effect.
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8. Hot Yoga, Mon.-Fri, 4:15 or 4:45pm, with Michelle, Shannon, Becky, & Gina instructing; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, IndigoWellness.info, Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Hot Yoga, Mon.-Fri., with instructors Becky Lovich & Moira Gerdes; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, IndigoWellness.info, 5:30am Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Hot Yoga, daily yoga taught by a variety of instructors; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, IndigoWellness.info, 9am Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Aqua Combo, on Mon., Tue., & Thu.; a moderateto high-intensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 6am Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. Aqua Motion, on Mon., Wed., & Fri.; a moderateintensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 11am Fri May 17 thru Fri May 31. Viniyoga, on Mon., Wed., & Fri., with teacher Johanna Hilliard; experience the therapeutic benefits of this breath-centered method of yoga; for information, call 563-726-2623 or e-mail mississippipearl@hotmail.com, DSY Bettendorf, 3420 Towne Pointe Dr., Bettendorf, IA, PromotingWellness.net, 9am Fri May 17 thru Fri May 31. Ribbons to Reality, Claudia Frye, M.D. and Cheryl Remigio, M.D. discuss what changes girls bodies may experience as they go through puberty and answer questions from both moms and girls; $30/couple; lunch and dessert included; for information and to register, call 309-779-2993, Radisson Quad City Plaza Hotel, 421 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, UnityPoint.org, 5:30pm Sat May 18. Hot Yoga, Sat. & Sun.; for information and to register, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, IndigoWellness.info, 4pm Sat May 18 thru Sun May 26. Enjoy Yoga Community Class, on Saturdays; $8, mats available; for information, call 563-445-1055, Institute of Therapeutic Massage & Wellness, 1730 Wilkes Ave, Davenport, IA, 9:45am Sat May 18 and Sat May 25. All Levels Hot Yoga Class, on Saturdays; for information, call 309-764-9642, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, IndigoWellness.info, noon Sun May 19 and Sun May 26. Yoga with Johanna, on Tuesdays, led by Johanna Welzenbach-Hilliard; reinvigorate and refresh yourself at lunchtime; $12 drop-ins, $95 10-class passes; for information, call 563-3225354, Davenport School of Yoga, 421 Brady Street, Davenport, IA, DavenportSchoolOfYoga.com, 12am Tue May 21 and Tue May 28. General MDA Support Group, for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed May 22. Acute and Chronic Sinusitis, Dr. Andrew Stevenson presents treatment options; free; for information, call 309-779-2067 309-779-2993, Trinity Moline, 500 John Deere Road, Moline, IL, UnityPoint.org, 5:30pm Thu May 23. Chronic Sinusitis and Its Treatment Options, Dr. Andrew Stevenson will discuss preventative steps for good sinus health and how patients can work with their primary care provider for medication management of sinus issues, and present information on the various interventions that can be performed at UnityPoint Clinic using the latest surgical techniques including balloon sinuplasty; free; for information and to reserve, call 309-779-4600, UnityPoint Health - Trinitys Moline
MEETINGS
July
Knit for Peace, monthly group for those who like to knit or crochet; bring a project or a problem; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Jul 9. Aligning with the New Template: A Channeled Evening with Sirius B, a Quad Cities Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS-QC) meeting, with a presentation by Robert Dubiel; free; for information, e-mail IONSQC@aol.com or call 563332-7259, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Noetic.org, 6:30pm Thu Jul 11. QCAD Mens Coming Out Group, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Jul 11. QCAD Gay & Gray Group, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Mon Jul 15. Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group (QCMUG) Meeting, in the 2nd floor Norm Kelinson Room; featuring a special program/presentation on Macintosh Applications or hardware, and an Open Forum question and answer period where members help other Macintosh users solve problems and improve their computer skills; $24/year family memberships, guests welcome, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, QCMUG.org, 6:30pm Tue Jul 16. Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 11:30am Tue Jul 16. Understanding Suicide, a confidential group that meets bi-weekly to serve individuals who have contemplated or attempted suicide and those coping with the suicide of a loved one or those concerned about a loved one by providing education, resources, support, and an opportunity to share and process thoughts and feelings related to suicide; for information, call 309-786-5734, Christian Care, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, ChristianCareQC.org, 4pm Wed Jul 17. QCAD Stitch & Bitch, a class for quilting and other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6pm Mon Jul 22. QCAD Mens Coming Out Group, for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Jul 25.
August & September

Independent Scholars Evening, on Thursdays; the evenings are for the presentation of area scholars ongoing work; snacks and a cash bar available; free; for information, call 309-762-9202, e-mail qcinstitute@sbcglobal.net,or visit Facebook. com/pages/Phoenix-Art-Gallery/190686381317, Moline Commercial Club, 513b 16th St, Moline, IL, Facebook.com/pages/The-Institute-for-Culturaland-Healing-Traditions-Ltd/109523579139747, 7pm Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. River Crafters, on Thursdays; grab your craft, art, or knitting project and join the fun; for information, call Laura at 563-508-2755 or Lottie at 309-794-0618, Fresh Deli, 421 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, 11:30am Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Marijuana Anonymous , for information on meeting times and locales, call 309-502-9766 or e-mail ma_qca@yahoo.com, Thu Aug 1 thru Mon Sep 2. QCAD Drop-in for Teens, on Fridays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Fri
QCAD Dining OUT , meet at a designated restaurant and enjoy a meal with QCAD friends; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6:30pm Mon Aug 12. Knit for Peace , monthly group for those who like to knit or crochet; bring a project or a problem; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Aug 13. QCAD Gay & Gray Group , for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Mon Aug 19. Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group (QCMUG) Meeting , in the 2nd floor Norm Kelinson Room; featuring a special program/presentation on Macintosh Applications or hardware, and an Open Forum question and answer period where members help other Macintosh users solve problems and improve their computer skills; $24/year family memberships, guests welcome, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, QCMUG.org, Victoria Justice @ the Iowa State Fair August 13 6:30pm Tue Aug 20. Rock Island Public Library Board of Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Trustees Meeting , for information, call 309-732QCAD Spectrum, transgender social/support 7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, group meets on the 1st Sat. of the month; for 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians 11:30am Tue Aug 20. Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Understanding Suicide , a confidential group Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Sat Aug that meets bi-weekly to serve individuals who 3. have contemplated or attempted suicide and All-Faith Luncheon , on Saturdays; book those coping with the suicide of a loved one or discussion and reviews, $3 soup, handicapthose concerned about a loved one by providing accessible; hosted by the Ecumenical Fellowship, education, resources, support, and an opportunity open to all faiths; for information, call 563-326to share and process thoughts and feelings related 3062, Books-a-Million, 4000 E. 53rd St., Davenport, to suicide; for information, call 309-786-5734, IA, 12pm Sat Aug 3 thru Sat Aug 31. Christian Care, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAD Stitch & Bitch , a class for quilting and ChristianCareQC.org, 4pm Wed Aug 21. other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, QCAD Mens Coming Out Group , for Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6pm Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Mon Aug 5. Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Aug Bettendorf Kiwanis Board Meeting, for 22. information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public QCAD Stitch & Bitch, a class for quilting and Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, BettendorfLibrary.com, 5:15pm Mon Aug 5. Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting, Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6pm guests can attend the Beginners SIG (Special Mon Aug 26. Interest Group) which meets at 5:30pm just before Bettendorf Kiwanis Board Meeting, for the main meeting; free; for information, call 309information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public 764-5570 or e-mail joseph85_us@yahoo.com, Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, Butterworth Center, 1105 8th Street, Moline, IL, BettendorfLibrary.com, 5:15pm Mon Aug 26. QCS.org, 7pm Mon Aug 5. Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting QCAD Young Adults Social Group , on , guests can attend the Beginners SIG (Special Wednesdays; for information, call 309-786-2580, Interest Group) which meets at 5:30pm just before Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd the main meeting; free; for information, call 309Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm 764-5570 or e-mail joseph85_us@yahoo.com, Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Butterworth Center, 1105 8th Street, Moline, IL, Understanding Suicide , a confidential group QCS.org, 7pm Mon Sep 2. that meets bi-weekly to serve individuals who QCAD Stitch & Bitch , a class for quilting and have contemplated or attempted suicide and other sewing; for information, call 309-786-2580, those coping with the suicide of a loved one or Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd those concerned about a loved one by providing Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 6pm education, resources, support, and an opportunity Mon Sep 2. to share and process thoughts and feelings related to suicide; for information, call 309-786-5734, Christian Care, 2209 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, ChristianCareQC.org, 4pm Wed Aug 7. May Bettendorf Library Board of Trustees Meeting , for information, call 563-344-4175, Hot Yoga, on Thursdays, with instructor Amy Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Gritton; for information and to register, call Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 4:30pm Thu 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Aug 8. Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, QCAD Mens Coming Out Group , for IndigoWellness.info, 7pm Thu May 16 thru Thu information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians May 30. Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAffirmingDiversity.org, 7pm Thu Aug
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Campus, 500 John Deere Rd., Moline, IL, UnityPoint. org, 5:30pm Thu May 23. UnityPoint Pain Clinic Open House, clinic staff will be on hand to give tours, answer questions and provide information about services offered; free; for information and to reserve, call 563-742-6824, UnityPoint Health Pain Clinic, 4480 Utica Ridge Rd., Suite 2222, Bettendorf, IA, UnityPoint.org, 4pm Thu May 23. Bariatric Weight Loss Seminar, an educational seminar on surgical weight loss options to include the LAPBAND System, Roux-en-Y, and Sleeve Gastrectomy; with a Q&A period following; for information, call 309-779-2500, Trinity Moline, 500 John Deere Road, Moline, IL, UnityPoint.org, 9:30am Fri May 24. Nutrition Before, During, and After Cancer Therapy, a Trinity dietitian will discuss nutrient needs before, during, and after cancer; information on common herbal and vitamin supplements and antioxidants; free; for information, call 309-7792000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, 5pm Thu May 30. Speak-Easy, a meeting with the Alzheimerscaregiver support group; in the Fellowship Hall basement, enter through the lower level, south entrance; for information, contact Richele Larson at 563-265-1814 or richelel@livwellseniors.com, St. James Lutheran Church - Bettendorf, 1705 Oak St., Bettendorf, IA, 1pm Mon Jun 10. Medicare Q&A w/ SHIIP, information and answers to Medicare questions from a Senior Health Insurance Information Program counselor; free; for information, call 563-421-1096, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 9am Wed Jun 19. General MDA Support Group, for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed Jun 26.
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Foot Clinic at Broadway Church, Mary and Amanda will soak your feet, massage them with lotion, and trim your nails; bring two towels along; $25; reservations required; for information, call 309786-2631, Broadway Presbyterian Church, 710 23rd St., Rock Island, IL, BroadwayQC.org, 9am Mon Jul 1. Aqua Combo, on Mon., Tue., & Thu.; a moderateto high-intensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 6am Mon Jul 1 thru Tue Jul 30. Aqua Motion, on Mon., Wed., & Fri.; a moderateintensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 11am Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. Viniyoga, on Mon., Wed., & Fri., with teacher Johanna Hilliard; experience the therapeutic benefits of this breath-centered method of yoga; for information, call 563-726-2623 or e-mail mississippipearl@hotmail.com, DSY Bettendorf, 3420 Towne Pointe Dr., Bettendorf, IA, PromotingWellness.net, 9am Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. Yoga with Johanna, on Tuesdays, led by Johanna Welzenbach-Hilliard; reinvigorate and refresh yourself at lunchtime; $12 drop-ins, $95 10-class passes; for information, call 563-3225354, Davenport School of Yoga, 421 Brady Street, Davenport, IA, DavenportSchoolOfYoga.com, 12am Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Medicare Q&A w/ SHIIP, information and answers to Medicare questions from a Senior Health Insurance Information Program counselor; free; for information, call 563-421-1096, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 9am Wed Jul 3. Enjoy Yoga Community Class, on Saturdays; $8, mats available; for information, call 563-445-1055, Institute of Therapeutic Massage & Wellness, 1730 Wilkes Ave, Davenport, IA, 9:45am Sat Jul 6 thru Sat Jul 27. Speak-Easy, a meeting with the Alzheimerscaregiver support group; in the Fellowship Hall basement, enter through the lower level, south entrance; for information, contact Richele Larson at 563-265-1814 or richelel@livwellseniors.com, St. James Lutheran Church - Bettendorf, 1705 Oak St., Bettendorf, IA, 1pm Mon Jul 8. Sunday Funday at the Vineyard, Indigo yoga teachers Daina Lewis & Roberta Kelinson will instruct gentle, flowing classes on the porch of the inn; come early for a walk/talk through the Vineyard, stay after yoga to purchase a glass, flight, or bottle of wine, and pack a lunch to enjoy on the terrace; $12; for information, call 309-764-YOGA, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, noon Sun Jul 14. Medicare Q&A w/ SHIIP, information and answers to Medicare questions from a Senior Health Insurance Information Program counselor; free; for information, call 563-421-1096, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 9am Wed Jul 17.
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Enjoy Yoga Community Class, on Saturdays; $8, mats available; for information, call 563-445-1055, Institute of Therapeutic Massage & Wellness, 1730 Wilkes Ave, Davenport, IA, 9:45am Sat Jun 1 thru Sat Jun 29. Foot Clinic at Broadway Church, Mary and Amanda will soak your feet, massage them with lotion, and trim your nails; bring two towels along; $25; reservations required; for information, call 309-786-2631, Broadway Presbyterian Church, 710 23rd St., Rock Island, IL, BroadwayQC.org, 9am Mon Jun 3. Aqua Combo, on Mon., Tue., & Thu.; a moderateto high-intensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 6am Mon Jun 3 thru Thu Jun 27. Aqua Motion, on Mon., Wed., & Fri.; a moderateintensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 11am Mon Jun 3 thru Fri Jun 28. Viniyoga, on Mon., Wed., & Fri., with teacher Johanna Hilliard; experience the therapeutic benefits of this breath-centered method of yoga; for information, call 563-726-2623 or e-mail mississippipearl@hotmail.com, DSY Bettendorf, 3420 Towne Pointe Dr., Bettendorf, IA, PromotingWellness.net, 9am Mon Jun 3 thru Fri Jun 28. Yoga with Johanna, on Tuesdays, led by Johanna Welzenbach-Hilliard; reinvigorate and refresh yourself at lunchtime; $12 drop-ins, $95 10-class passes; for information, call 563-3225354, Davenport School of Yoga, 421 Brady Street, Davenport, IA, DavenportSchoolOfYoga.com, 12am Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Medicare Q&A w/ SHIIP, information and answers to Medicare questions from a Senior Health Insurance Information Program counselor; free; for information, call 563-421-1096, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 9am Wed Jun 5. Zumba on the Plaza, Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system, led by Salsa Touch instructor Bettinna Bolger; free; for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum Plaza, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm Thu Jun 6. Sunday Funday at the Vineyard, Indigo yoga teachers Daina Lewis & Roberta Kelinson will instruct gentle, flowing classes on the porch of the inn; come early for a walk/talk through the Vineyard, stay after yoga to purchase a glass, flight, or bottle of wine, and pack a lunch to enjoy on the terrace; $12; for information, call 309-764-YOGA, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, noon Sun Jun 9.
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information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue May 21 and Tue May 28. Line Dance, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 9am Tue May 21 and Tue May 28. Dr. Andrew Anderson, Dr. Andersen shares what seniors should always keep on hand and how to treat common injuries; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10am Wed May 22. Bunco, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Cribbage, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Energizing Yoga, on Wednesdays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Grief Support Group, donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed May 22. Personal Reflexology, on Wednesdays; with Janet Latchaw; $20; call 563-349-5832 to schedule an appointment, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 2pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Tai Chi, on Wednesdays; $18/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. TOPS Meeting, on Wednesdays; the Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Group; 11am weigh-in, noon meeting; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 11am Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Zumba Fitness, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Zumba Gold, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Blood Pressure Screenings, Shingles Screening, & Medication Review, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9pm Wed May 22 and Wed May 29. Senior Day: Terry Swails, local weatherman Swails will be presenting on severe weather and his experiences with it; refreshments will be provided after the program; free; for information, call 563344-4187, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu May 23. CASI Memorial Day Event, for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, Mon May 27. QCAD Gay & Gray Group, join with other LGBTQ seniors in a fun and supportive environment; a place to meet other people like you, learn answers to your questions about end-of-life issues, and connect you to senior services in the area; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCADOutForGood.org, 7pm Mon May 27.
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General MDA Support Group, for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed Jun 26.
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Aqua Combo, on Mon., Tue., & Thu.; a moderateto high-intensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 6am Thu Aug 1 thru Mon Sep 2. Aqua Motion, on Mon., Wed., & Fri.; a moderateintensity exercise class; $6/visit or $57-61 for a 20-visit pass; for information, call 309-796-5601, BHC Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Ave, Moline, IL, BHC.edu/aquatic, 11am Fri Aug 2 thru Mon Sep 2. Viniyoga, on Mon., Wed., & Fri., with teacher Johanna Hilliard; experience the therapeutic benefits of this breath-centered method of yoga; for information, call 563-726-2623 or e-mail mississippipearl@hotmail.com, DSY Bettendorf, 3420 Towne Pointe Dr., Bettendorf, IA, PromotingWellness.net, 9am Fri Aug 2 thru Mon Sep 2. Enjoy Yoga Community Class, on Saturdays; $8, mats available; for information, call 563-445-1055, Institute of Therapeutic Massage & Wellness, 1730 Wilkes Ave, Davenport, IA, 9:45am Sat Aug 3 thru Sat Aug 31. Foot Clinic at Broadway Church, Mary and Amanda will soak your feet, massage them with lotion, and trim your nails; bring two towels along; $25; reservations required; for information, call 309-786-2631, Broadway Presbyterian Church, 710 23rd St., Rock Island, IL, BroadwayQC.org, 9am Mon Aug 5. Yoga with Johanna, on Tuesdays, led by Johanna Welzenbach-Hilliard; reinvigorate and refresh yourself at lunchtime; $12 drop-ins, $95 10-class passes; for information, call 563-3225354, Davenport School of Yoga, 421 Brady Street, Davenport, IA, DavenportSchoolOfYoga.com, 12am Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Medicare Q&A w/ SHIIP, information and answers to Medicare questions from a Senior Health Insurance Information Program counselor; free; for information, call 563-421-1096, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 9am Wed Aug 7. Sunday Funday at the Vineyard, Indigo yoga teachers Daina Lewis & Roberta Kelinson will instruct gentle, flowing classes on the porch of the inn; come early for a walk/talk through the Vineyard, stay after yoga to purchase a glass, flight, or bottle of wine, and pack a lunch to enjoy on the terrace; $12; for information, call 309-764-YOGA, Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave., Coal Valley, IL, CreeksideVineyards.com, noon Sun Aug 11. Speak-Easy, a meeting with the Alzheimerscaregiver support group; in the Fellowship Hall basement, enter through the lower level, south entrance; for information, contact Richele Larson at 563-265-1814 or richelel@livwellseniors.com, St. James Lutheran Church - Bettendorf, 1705 Oak St., Bettendorf, IA, 1pm Mon Aug 12. Medicare Q&A w/ SHIIP, information and answers to Medicare questions from a Senior Health Insurance Information Program counselor; free; for information, call 563-421-1096, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 9am Wed Aug 21. General MDA Support Group, for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed Jul 24. General MDA Support Group, for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, Wed Aug 28.
Active Seniors), Nutrition Before, 1035 W. Kimberly During, and After Road, Davenport, Cancer Therapy, a IA, CASISeniors. Trinity dietitian will org, 12:30pm Fri discuss nutrient May 17 thru Fri needs before, during, May 31. and after cancer; Gentle information on Exercise Class, common herbal and on Mondays, vitamin supplements Wednesdays, & and antioxidants; Fridays; $2-4; for free; for information, information, call call 309-779-2000 or 563-386-7477, 877-242-8899, Trinity CASI (Center for Regional Health Bad Company @ Riverside Casino Event Center Active Seniors), System, 5pm Thu 1035 W. Kimberly Aug 29. July 3 Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Fri May 9th Annual Labor Day Ride for Non-Hodgkins 17 thru Fri May 31.. Lymphoma, proceeds to benefit American Cancer Pinochle, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; Society for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma Research; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI for information, call 309-788-6311, The District of (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, RIDistrict.com, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Fri May 17 11am Sat Aug 31. thru Fri May 31. Beginning Ceramics, on Mondays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, May IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Mon May 20 and Mon David Rowland, employee from the May 27. Public Safety Dispatcher talks about common Chair Yoga, on Mondays; $30/6 weeks; for misconceptions and making the call; $2; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1:30pm Mon May 20 and Mon IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Thu May 16. May 27. Advanced Line Dancing, on Thursdays; $2-4; Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Mondays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 IA, CASISeniors.org, 2:30pm Thu May 16 thru Thu W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, May 30,. 5:30pm Mon May 20 and Mon May 27. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Sewing Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; no experience Thursdays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call necessary; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Mon 12:30pm Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. May 20 and Mon May 27. Gentle Exercise Class, on Thursdays; $2-4; for Zumba Fitness, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Thu May 16 thru Thu IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon May 20 and Mon May 30. May 27. New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; Zumba Gold, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu May org, 10:30am Mon May 20 and Mon May 27. 16 thru Thu May 30. Alzheimer Associations, Jerry Schroeder from Zumba Gold, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, Alzheimer Associations will share on the history call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), and program available; for information, call 5631035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. 386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 org, 9:45am Thu May 16 thru Thu May 30. W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, Euchre, on Thursdays & Fridays; $2-4; for 11am Tue May 21. information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for All-Day Ceramics, on Tuesdays; $5-6/class, $8-9/ Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, all day; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Thu May 16 thru Fri May (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, 31. Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue May 21 Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; $1; for information, call 563and Tue May 28. 386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Canasta Card Club, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Thu May 16 thru Fri May 31. Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Bingo, on Fridays; 50 cent -$1 cards; for IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Tue May 21 and Tue May information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for 28. Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Chair Yoga with Weights, on Tuesdays; with IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Fri May 17 thru Fri instructor Stefanie Reitz; $7-10; for information, call May 31. 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; $2-4; W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for 10:30am Tue May 21 and Tue May 28. Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Crocheting & Knitting Volunteer Class, on IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Fri May 17 thru Fri May Tuesdays; make hats, scarfs, and mittens for children 31. and the homeless; donations of yarn and other Senior Theatre, on Fridays; $3-4; for information, knitting needs accepted; free; for information, call call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, org, 1:30pm Fri May 17 thru Fri May 31. 12:30pm Tue May 21 and Tue May 28. Zumba Gold, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, Free Line Dance Lessons, on Tuesdays; for call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, org, 8am Fri May 17 thru Fri May 31. IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Tue May 21 and Tue Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for May 28. information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Gentle Exercise Class, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for
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Beginning Ceramics, on Mondays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for

Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Chair Yoga, on Mondays; $30/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1:30pm Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Mondays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Sewing Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; no experience necessary; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Zumba Fitness, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Zumba Gold, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 10:30am Mon Jun 3 thru Mon Jun 24. Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; $1; for information, call 563386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Mon Jun 3 thru Fri Jun 28. Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Mon Jun 3 thru Fri Jun 28. Gentle Exercise Class, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Mon Jun 3 thru Fri Jun 28.. Pinochle, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Mon Jun 3 thru Fri Jun 28. All-Day Ceramics, on Tuesdays; $5-6/class, $8-9/ all day; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Canasta Card Club, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Chair Yoga with Weights, on Tuesdays; with instructor Stefanie Reitz; $7-10; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Crocheting & Knitting Volunteer Class, on Tuesdays; make hats, scarfs, and mittens for children and the homeless; donations of yarn and other knitting needs accepted; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Free Line Dance Lessons, on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Gentle Exercise Class, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Line Dance, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 9am Tue Jun 4 thru Tue Jun 25. Bunco, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Cribbage, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26.
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Energizing Yoga, on Wednesdays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Personal Reflexology, on Wednesdays; with Janet Latchaw; $20; call 563-349-5832 to schedule an appointment, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 2pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Tai Chi, on Wednesdays; $18/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. TOPS Meeting, on Wednesdays; the Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Group; 11am weigh-in, noon meeting; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 11am Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Zumba Fitness, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Zumba Gold, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. Blood Pressure Screenings, Shingles Screening, & Medication Review, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9pm Wed Jun 5 thru Wed Jun 26. SHIIP: Senior Health Insurance Information Program, free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Wed Jun 5. Trinity Foot Clinic, please bring two towels & a washcloth to your appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Wed Jun 5. Euchre, on Thursdays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Thu Jun 6 thru Fri Jun 28. Advanced Line Dancing, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2:30pm Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Thursdays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Gentle Exercise Class, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Zumba Gold, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 9:45am Thu Jun 6 thru Thu Jun 27. Low Vision Support Group, for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10am Thu Jun 6. Bingo, on Fridays; 50 cent -$1 cards; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Fri Jun 7 thru Fri Jun 28.
s is stated on the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Societys Web site, this summers Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival our areas annual celebration of the legendary jazz musician and Quad Cities native will take place in several downtown-Davenport Josh Duffee venues from August 1 through 4. If you check out the four-day events concert lineup, however, youll notice something interesting: It kicks off with a Thursday-afternoon Andy Schumm & His Flatland Gang set at the Putnam Museum, which technically isnt in downtown Davenport, and ends with an Andy Schumm & His Flatland Gang set at Jims Knoxville Tap, which not only isnt in downtown Davenport (its in Milan, Illinois), but which is hosting the band on August 5, the day after the festival officially ends. Man, that Andys a bit of a rebel, huh? Of course, with JazzLives.WordPress.com calling him the heroic young man of jazz, and ChicagoJazz. com raving about Schumms smooth and blues-drenched cornet, hes also a fantastic musical talent, which puts him in line with all the other exceptional jazz acts youll be treated to in this years Bix Fest. With additional Sunday performances held at Davenports Radisson Hotel and First Presbyterian Church, concerts will be held at the citys Adler Theatre, RiverCenter, and LeClaire Park, the latter of which will host free evening sets on Friday and Saturday. And with Schumm and company the figurative tip of the festivals jazz iceberg, this greatly anticipated summertime happening will also showcase the exhilarating stylings of more than a dozen other national and local acts: Dave Greers Classic Jazz Stompers, Dan Levinsons Roof Garden Jass Band, Josh Duffees Graystone Ballroom Orchestra, Randy Sandkes New York All-Stars, The Jimmy Valentine Quintet with Dave Bennett, The Five Bridges Jazz Band, The Tony Hamilton Orchestra, The River City 6, The Manny Lopez Quartet, The Bix Beiderbecke Youth Jazz Band, Jon Weber, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and Bob Schulzs Frisco Jazz Band. I should probably mention that despite the spelling of our last names, Bob Schulz is in no way related to me, though we do have a lot in common. Bob, after all, is an acclaimed jazz-trumpet player with exquisite rhythm, timing, finesse, and professional accolades, and Im ... . Well ... . Um ... . You noticed the spelling of our names, right? For more information on the 2013 Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, call (563)324-7170 or visit BixSociety.org. Mike Schulz
Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Fri Jun 7 thru Fri Jun 28. Senior Theatre, on Fridays; $3-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1:30pm Fri Jun 7 thru Fri Jun 28. Zumba Gold, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 8am Fri Jun 7 thru Fri Jun 28. Caregivers Support Group, free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 10:30am Mon Jun 10. Grief Support Group, donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 12. Senior Wii Bowling, seniors can take on other seniors in bowling competitions using the, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Thu Jun 13. Senior Day: Old Route 6, Curt and Libby Roseman present a program on the history of the longest transcontinental highway in the US; refreshements will be served after the program; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jun 20. Crafty Seniors, seniors learn new crafts while chatting with other seniors; no craft experience necessary; light refreshments will be provided; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Thu Jun 20. QCAD Gay & Gray Group, join with other LGBTQ seniors in a fun and supportive environment; a place to meet other people like you, learn answers to your questions about end-of-life issues, and connect you to senior services in the area; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCADOutForGood.org, 7pm Mon Jun 24. Grief Support Group, donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed Jun 26.
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Beginning Ceramics, on Mondays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Chair Yoga, on Mondays; $30/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1:30pm Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Mondays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Sewing Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; no experience necessary; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Zumba Fitness, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Zumba Gold, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 10:30am Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Gentle Exercise Class, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org,
9am Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. Pinochle, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Mon Jul 1 thru Mon Jul 29. Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; $1; for information, call 563386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Mon Jul 1 thru Wed Jul 31. All-Day Ceramics, on Tuesdays; $5-6/class, $8-9/ all day; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Canasta Card Club, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Chair Yoga with Weights, on Tuesdays; with instructor Stefanie Reitz; $7-10; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Crocheting & Knitting Volunteer Class, on Tuesdays; make hats, scarfs, and mittens for children and the homeless; donations of yarn and other knitting needs accepted; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Free Line Dance Lessons, on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Gentle Exercise Class, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. Line Dance, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 9am Tue Jul 2 thru Tue Jul 30. SHIIP: Senior Health Insurance Information Program, free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Wed Jul 3. Trinity Foot Clinic, please bring two towels & a washcloth to your appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Wed Jul 3. Personal Reflexology, on Wednesdays; with Janet Latchaw; $20; call 563-349-5832 to schedule an appointment, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 2pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Tai Chi, on Wednesdays; $18/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. TOPS Meeting, on Wednesdays; the Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Group; 11am weigh-in, noon meeting; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 11am Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Zumba Fitness, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Zumba Gold, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Blood Pressure Screenings, Shingles Screening, & Medication Review, on Wednesdays;

for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Bunco, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Cribbage, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Energizing Yoga, on Wednesdays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed Jul 3 thru Wed Jul 31. Low Vision Support Group, for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10am Thu Jul 4. Euchre, on Thursdays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Thu Jul 4 thru Fri Jul 26. Advanced Line Dancing, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2:30pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Thursdays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. Gentle Exercise Class, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. Zumba Gold, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 9:45am Thu Jul 4 thru Thu Jul 25. Bingo, on Fridays; 50 cent -$1 cards; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Fri Jul 5 thru Fri Jul 26. Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Fri Jul 5 thru Fri Jul 26. Senior Theatre, on Fridays; $3-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1:30pm Fri Jul 5 thru Fri Jul 26. Zumba Gold, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 8am Fri Jul 5 thru Jul 26. Caregivers Support Group, free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 10:30am Mon Jul 8. Grief Support Group, donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed Jul 10. Senior Wii Bowling, seniors can take on other seniors in bowling competitions using the, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Thu Jul 11. Senior Day: The Spoon Man, refreshments served after the program; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary. com, 1:30pm Thu Jul 18. Crafty Seniors, seniors learn new crafts while chatting with other seniors; no craft experience necessary; light refreshments will be provided; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Thu Jul 18. QCAD Gay & Gray Group, join with other LGBTQ seniors in a fun and supportive environment; a place to meet other people like you, learn answers to your questions about endof-life issues, and connect you to senior services in the area; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAD-OutForGood.org, 7pm Mon Jul 22. Grief Support Group, donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed Jul 24.
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Low Vision Support Group, for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10am Thu Aug 1. Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; $1; for information, call 563386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Thu Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 30. Euchre, on Thursdays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Thu Aug 1 thru Fri Aug 30. Advanced Line Dancing, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2:30pm Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Thursdays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Gentle Exercise Class, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Zumba Gold, on Thursdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:45am Thu Aug 1 thru Thu Aug 29. Bingo, on Fridays; 50 cent -$1 cards; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Gentle Exercise Class, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Pinochle, on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 12:30pm Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Senior Theatre, on Fridays; $3-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1:30pm Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30.
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Ive been with my boyfriend for two years. I do have trust issues, having been cheated on in past relationships. My boyfriends best friend of six years, a beautiful and intelligent woman, passed away three months ago. Since then, he has visited her grave weekly and kept a photo of them together posted online. When she was alive, the two of them spoke daily about everything including intimate details and problems in our relationship. I made clear that their constant communication and boundary-crossing details were not okay with me, yet they continued. They claimed they were strictly platonic. However, since Im a woman who has been fooled before, I cant help but suspect otherwise. I love my boyfriend and want to support him in his time of grief, but I dont feel that he sees how hard it is for me to see the man I love mourn this woman he loved and lost. Struggling It can be unsettling when your man comes home with tear stains on his collar, smelling like a trip to the cemetery. But the guys best friend died only three months ago, and hes visiting her grave once a week; its not like hes up all night with the Ouija board, asking her for advice on your sex life. It mustve been a bummer to find that your mans best friend of six years wasnt just a placeholder in his life until he could find a girlfriend. And yes, friends confide in each other, share their lives, and give each other feedback. If there was certain information that you wanted to remain private if, say, he was revealing details that you felt should be between you two and the headboard you needed to come to some agreement about that together. But you dont get to mandate that your boyfriends friendship revolve around topics of conversation you dont find invasive, such as the weather, whos about to nuke whom, and celebrity parole violations. As for why the dearly departed is still clinging to life in your boyfriends online photos, its probably for the same reason that I (like a surprising number of people) still have the phone numbers of several dead friends programmed into my phone. It feels good keeping them in my life, even in such a mundane way, and I refuse to have a hand in making them any more gone than they already are.
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BY AMY ALKON
Zumba Gold, on Fridays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 8am Fri Aug 2 thru Fri Aug 30. Beginning Ceramics, on Mondays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Mon Aug 5 thru Mon Aug 26.. Chair Yoga, on Mondays; $30/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1:30pm Mon Aug 5 thru Mon Aug 26.. Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics, on Mondays; $5-6 plus materials; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon Aug 5 thru Mon Aug 26. Sewing Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; no experience necessary; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8am Mon Aug 5 thru Mon Aug 26. Zumba Fitness, on Mondays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Mon Aug 5 thru Mon Aug 26. Zumba Gold, on Mondaays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Mon Aug 5 thru Mon Aug 26. All-Day Ceramics, on Tuesdays; $5-6/class, $8-9/ all day; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Canasta Card Club, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Chair Yoga with Weights, on Tuesdays; with instructor Stefanie Reitz; $7-10; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Crocheting & Knitting Volunteer Class, on Tuesdays; make hats, scarfs, and mittens for children and the homeless; donations of yarn and other knitting needs accepted; free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 12:30pm Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Free Line Dance Lessons, on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 8:30am Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Gentle Exercise Class, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Line Dance, on Tuesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 9am Tue Aug 6 thru Tue Aug 27. Trinity Foot Clinic, please bring two towels & a washcloth to your appointment; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1pm Wed Aug 7. SHIIP: Senior Health Insurance Information Program, free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9am Wed Aug 7. Personal Reflexology, on Wednesdays; with Janet Latchaw; $20; call 563-349-5832 to schedule
You have trust issues because youre a woman who has been fooled before, not because you have videotape of your boyfriend and his friend making out in the coffee shop. Unless hes given you reason to believe hes unethical, your jealousy and suspicions arose out of your failure to take responsibility for what was done to you in the past. There are a few crafty sociopaths out there who can hide their true character, but chances are, you got cheated on because you didnt really want to look at who you were with, and that came back to bite you. Accepting that should help you be there for your boyfriend tempting as it is to take the jealous girlfriend thing to a whole new level by asking whether that tapping on the wall is his dead friend trying to arrange a time for some out-of-this-world sex.
When I got a boyfriend six months ago, I became a lot less available to my best friend. I knew she was disappointed, but she took it in stride and even claimed to understand. Im bagging a lot of guilt now because I call her the most when Im having trouble with my boyfriend. Bad Friend
I Sing the Buddy Electric
It isnt like youve stopped sharing your life with her not if you count all those times your butt dialed her number and left a muffled five-minute message on her voicemail. Assuming your friend isnt just a doormat, shes been a good friend by not getting all miffy that youve been preoccupied. Your friendship probably cant take up as much of your life-space as it did before, but you can recommit to it by making time for her regularly with phone, Skype, and coffee dates. You might also try an idea from Friendfluence author Carlin Flora celebrating the success of a long-term friendship as you would a romantic relationship and treating your friend to dinner and reminiscing about how you met and the great times youve had. (Think of it as your friend-iversary.) This should help you avoid undervaluing your friendship, which is important, in case what was proudly perky on you takes a downturn into something a little more National Geographic. Thats when you can really count on your female friends to stand by you and if theyre less affected by gravity, to stand by you in public as often as possible.
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an appointment, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 2pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Tai Chi, on Wednesdays; $18/6 weeks; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. TOPS Meeting, on Wednesdays; the Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Group; 11am weigh-in, noon meeting; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 11am Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Zumba Fitness, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 5:30pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Zumba Gold, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 1pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Blood Pressure Screenings, Shingles Screening, & Medication Review, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Bunco, on Wednesdays; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Cribbage, on Wednesdays; $2-4; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors. org, 1pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Energizing Yoga, on Wednesdays; $5-6; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 2pm Wed Aug 7 thru Wed Aug 28. Senior Wii Bowling, seniors can take on other seniors in bowling competitions using the, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Thu Aug 8. Caregivers Support Group, free; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 10:30am Mon Aug 12. Grief Support Group, donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed Aug 14. Senior Day: Biking Through Germany , St. Ambrose University professor Scot Heisdorffer presents My Saddle Soars: A Germanic Bicycle Tour; hear Heisdorffer speak about his threeweek unsupported trek across southern Germany, Austria, & Switzerland; refreshments served after the program; free; for information, call 563-3444175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, BettendorfLibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Aug 15. Crafty Seniors , seniors learn new crafts while chatting with other seniors; no craft experience necessary; light refreshments will be provided; free; for information, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public Library - Eastern Ave. Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA, DavenportLibrary.com, 1pm Thu Aug 15. QCAD Gay & Gray Group , join with other LGBTQ seniors in a fun and supportive environment; a place to meet other people like you, learn answers to your questions about end-of-life issues, and connect you to senior services in the area; for information, call 309-786-2580, Quad Citians Affirming Diversity Center, 1608 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL, QCAD-OutForGood.org, 7pm Mon Aug 26. Grief Support Group , donations encouraged; for information, call 563-386-7477, CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, CASISeniors.org, 9:30am Wed Aug 28.
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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

ARIES (March 21-April 19): In the alternate universe created by Marvel comic books, there is a mutant superhero called Squirrel Girl. She has the magic power to summon hordes of cute, furry squirrels. Under her guidance, they swarm all over the bad guy shes battling and disable him with their thousands of tiny chomps and thrashing tails. She and her rodent allies have defeated such arch-villains as Dr. Doom, Deadpool, Baron Mordo, and Ego the Living Planet. Lets make her your role model for the coming weeks, Aries. The cumulative force of many small things will be the key to your victories. As in Squirrel Girls case, your adversaries overconfidence may also be a factor. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You have arrived at the edge of reality. Or rather, to be precise, you have arrived at the edge of what you think of as reality. Heres where things could get very interesting. Just on the other side of that edge youre brushing up against, there is much, much more reality a vast territory you have barely imagined, let alone believed in or explored. Are you feeling brave? If youre willing to find out about stuff you didnt even realize you would love to experience, I suggest you slip across the border and wander around on the other side. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A character in Neil Gaimans graphic novel A Game of You delivers this speech: Everybody has a secret world inside of them ... . No matter how dull and boring they are on the outside, inside them theyve all got unimaginable, magnificent, wonderful, stupid worlds. Not just one world. Hundreds of them. As a Gemini, you are not, of course, dull and boring on the outside. That may have something to do with why your secret inner worlds are often even frothier and sparklier than most peoples. But lately, Im afraid, some of those secret inner worlds of yours have gotten a bit shabby and dank. Its time for a deep cleansing. To be thorough, dont just wash your own brain. Wash your wild heart and funky soul, too. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You begin saving the world by saving one person at a time, said writer Charles Bukowski. All else is grandiose romanticism or politics. I invite you to make that thought one of your guiding principles in the coming week, Cancerian. Translate your high ideals into actions that make a practical impact on particular human beings and animals. Instead of merely talking about what good things you want to do, actually do them. As much as possible, be sure that every detail of your daily life reflects your vision of ultimate truth and beauty. LEO (July 23-August 22): If you were a fledgling savior, now would be a propitious moment to begin your messianic mission. If you were a musician hoping to leap to the next level of career success, this would be prime time to plan an extensive tour. If you were the inventor of the Next Big Thing, Id suggest that you get your marketing campaign in gear. And if none of those descriptions fits your personal situation, regard them as apt metaphors for your use. How can you spread the word about whats most important to you? VIRGO (August 23-September 22): As frontman of the band Queen, Virgo singer Freddie Mercury made use of his four-octave range with flamboyant showmanship and breathtaking technique. Many critics regard him as one of the greatest vocalists in the history of pop music. Freddie joked that he was perfect except for one glaring flaw: his overbite. Because he had four extra teeth in his upper mouth, his top jaw protruded. But he chose not to alter his appearance with surgery because he suspected it might change his singing voice in unpredictable ways. Is there a comparable situation in your own life, Virgo? A so-called imperfection that seems to be entwined with a beautiful asset? I urge you to be like Freddie. Accept the paradox embrace it and celebrate it and move on. LIBRA (September 23-October 22): The 14th Century poet Dante was a major influence on 20th Century novelist James Joyce. I love Dante, wrote the author of the epic novel Ulysses. He is my spiritual food. And yet Joyce felt he had to absorb Dante in small doses. Dante tires one quickly, he said. It is as if one were to look at the sun. Is there any influence like that in your own life, Libra? Judging from the astrological omens, Im guessing its a fine time for you to get as much sustained exposure to that glorious source as you can bear. SCORPIO (October 23-November 21): Greek poet Sappho was renowned in antiquity. The nine books she wrote were so esteemed that the historian Strabo wrote, In this whole span of recorded time we know of no woman to challenge her as a poet even in the slightest degree. And yet little of Sapphos work survives. As of 2004 there were just 264 fragments and three complete poems. But then a fourth complete poem emerged. Its text was written on papyrus that had been wrapped in the casing of an Egyptian mummy. The mummy had been stored for years in a backroom at Cologne University in Germany before someone discovered its hidden treasure. Your assignment, Scorpio, is to seek an equivalent recovery. Search for a part of the past thats still beautiful and useful, even if that quest leads you to unlikely and obscure places. SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 21): When I turn my psychic attention in your direction, I smell smoldering smoke. Heres how I interpret that: Your internal fire is burning with less than maximum efficiency. Do you agree, Sagittarius? If so, do you know why that might
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be? Did you not provide enough kindling? Is the wood too green? Is the ground wet? I urge you to find out what the problem is. You cant afford to have sputtering flames and sooty light and spotty warmth. You need a steady blaze that radiates brilliant light and strong heat. CAPRICORN (December 22-January 19): Very few of us are completely uninhibited about expressing who we really are. Most everyone is shy about revealing at least one facet of his or her identity. Why? Maybe because were afraid that people will judge us harshly for being different from what they think we should be. Or maybe our secret side is at odds with our self-image, and we hesitate to acknowledge it even to ourselves. What is this part of you, Capricorn? In what sense are you still in the closet about a truth or quality or event thats central to your character? I urge you to have a conversation with yourself about it. You arent necessarily ready to tell the whole world about it, but now might be the right time to start considering the possibility that you can give it more room to play. AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18): I absolutely forbid you to be a slave of happiness, a victim of pleasure, or a prisoner of love. Wait. Sorry. I take that back. What gives me the right to forbid you from doing anything? Its your life. Youre the boss. So let me re-frame my previous advice. Dear Aquarius, I beg you not to be a slave of happiness, a victim of pleasure, or a prisoner of love. None of the good things in life will give you what you need if you make yourself crazy or sick while pursuing them. Thats the cautionary news. The encouraging news is that in the next five weeks, I think you will have a knack for cultivating a graceful relationship with happiness, pleasure, and love. PISCES (February 19-March 20): Dont be like the ducks that are floating on Phoenix Lake a short distance from where Im sitting. Theyre feeding entirely on the surface, happy to skim a few insects from the top of the placid waters theyre drifting on. No, Pisces, be more like the frogs that are diving to probe for morsels down below. This is a phase of your astrological cycle when the quest for more variety can deepen your perspective and provide better nourishment. Homework: Do you allow your imagination to indulge in fantasies that are wasteful, damaging, or dumb? I dare you to stop it. Testify at FreeWillAstrology.com.
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MAMA MIA! May 16, 2013
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ABC Karaoke -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Bebop Jazz Night -Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL C.J. the DJ -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Dan Dimonte & the Bad Assettes House of Escher - Jared Poland -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Jam Sessions with John OMeara & Friends - The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA Karaoke Night -Purgatorys Pub, 2104 State St Bettendorf, IA Karaoke Night -Zero to Sixty, 811 East 2nd St. Davenport, IA Lewis Knudsen (11am) -Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Nick & Esme -Barrel House 211, 211 E. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Open Mic Night -Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA Open Mic Night w/ Karl -Kilkennys, 300 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Open Mic w/ Jeff Smallwood -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Rocktapuss Hosts the Rock Jam -Rascals Live, 1418 15th St. Moline, IL Soulshake - Mixology -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Tylan -CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE Cedar Rapids, IA 2013/05/17 (Fri)
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ABC Karaoke -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St. Davenport, IA ABC Karaoke -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA
Alan Sweet & the Candymakers - Barrel House 211, 211 E. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Big Joes DJ & Karaoke Show - V.F.W. Post 9128, 2814 State Street Bettendorf, IA Bitterman (6pm) - Skinny Legs BBQ, 2020 1st Street Milan, IL Born Ruffians - The Olympics -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA Bucktown Revue - Nighswander Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave Davenport, IA Chuck Murphy -Beer Bellys - Aledo, 112 N College Ave Aledo, IL Cross Creek Karaoke -Stickmans, 1510 N. Harrison St. Davenport, IA Dan Hubbard & the Humadors - Tom Swanson of Jim The Mule -Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL Digital Circus 2: Adam Miller - Tumbleweed Vs. Bulk - Hypntik - Marco - Buddha - Megarad - Sean Tripp - Higgy - B-Boy - Soppe -McManus Pub, 1401 7th Ave Moline, IL DubuqueFest Fine Ar ts Festival: River Glen (5pm) - The Fast Clydes (6:30pm) - Soulsa! - Town Clock Plaza, Dubuque, IA Funktastic Five -Rascals Live, 1418 15th St. Moline, IL Gray Wolf Band -Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge, 4506 27th St Moline, IL Hollys Buddies (5:30pm) - Wild Oatz (8pm) -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA IndigoSun - Item 9 & the Mad Hatters Mighty Shady -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Jerra Williams (11am) -Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Jim Ryan - Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge, 4506 27th St Moline, IL Karaoke King -Chucks Tap, 1731 W. 6th St. Davenport, IA
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Karma Threesixty -CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE Cedar Rapids, IA Lewis Knudsen - Peachwave Frozen Yogurt, 3431 Devils Glen Rd. Bettendorf, IA Live Lunch w/ Rose n Thorns (noon) - Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands (7pm) -RME Community Stage, 131 W. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Lyle Beaver Trio -Walcott Coliseum, 116 E Bryant St Walcott, IA Madd Hoss Jackson -Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA MC Rentz - Knonam - Sector 7G Dem Atlas - AWTHNTKTS - Baby Jane - Strictly Vinyl -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Night Light - Lancers Grille, 350 E. LeClaire Road Eldridge, IA North of 40 -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Rob Dahms -Rustic Ridge Golf Course Grille & Pub, 1151 East Iowa St. Eldridge, IA Roger Carlson & Therese Guise -Cool Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL Ron Johnson One-Man Band -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Smooth Groove - Edje Nightclub at Jumers Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Island, IL Southern Thunder Karaoke and DJ -Hollars Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St Moline, IL Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience - Iowa City Ped Mall, 14 S. Clinton St Iowa City, IA The 44s -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA The Miller Sisters -Iowa Theatre Artists Company, 4709 220th Trail Amana, IA Tony Hamilton Orchestra -CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1035 W. Kimberly Road Davenport, IA Trapt - Eleven Fifty Two - Shadow Stone -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL
ABC Karaoke -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA Brad Pouleson - Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA Caught in the Act -Hollars Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St Moline, IL Chase Garrett -Orange Street Theatre, 701 Orange St Muscatine, IA Chuck Murphy -Broken Spoke Saloon, 2085 Grand Ave. Galesburg, IL City High & West High Jazz Ensembles - Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA Crossroads - Eagles Nest Sports Grill, 501 Main St. Keithsburg, IL Deadstring Brothers - Fifth of Country -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Dennis Albee (8pm) - Coco Montoya (9pm) -Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA Deuce Funk Monsters - Dana T - The Nemo Orchestra - Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Dru Hill -i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr Moline, IL DubuqueFest Fine Ar ts Festival: Dubuque Senior High Jazz Studio (noon) - Unstrung Heroes (3:30pm) - The Shams Band (5:30pm) - Maps & Atlases (7:30pm) - The Heavenly States (9pm) - Town Clock Plaza, Dubuque, IA Gray Wolf Band - River House, 1510 River Dr. Moline, IL Jason Carl & the Whole Damn Band -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA Jeff & Marcia Duo - Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Jerry Wilkerson Scholarship Fundraiser (5pm) -The Redstone Room, 129 Main St Davenport, IA
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Jim Buenning - Cool Beanz Coffee house, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL Justin Morrissey & the Drunken Angels -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Karaoke King -Chucks Tap, 1731 W. 6th St. Davenport, IA Koobys Karaoke Sing-Off -Headquarters Bar & Grill, 119 E. 22nd Ave. Coal Valley, IL Lee Blackmon (2pm) -Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave. Coal Valley, IL Live Lunch w/ John McLaughlin (noon) - Nate Gordan (7pm) -RME Community Stage, 131 W. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Live Music Lunch - Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Lynn Allen -Rascals Live, 1418 15th St. Moline, IL Modern Mythology -Barrel House 211, 211 E. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Nitrix -Hawkeye Tap Sports Bar N Grill, 4646 Cheyenne Ave. Davenport, IA North of 40 -Purgatorys Pub, 2104 State St Bettendorf, IA Rave On! The Buddy Holly Experience -Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215 E Platt St. Maquoketa, IA Rob Dahms & Detroit Larry (6pm) - Skinny Legs BBQ, 2020 1st Street Milan, IL Russ Reyman Request Piano Bar (7pm) - Phoenix, 111 West 2nd St. Davenport, IA Saturday Jazz Brunch w/ the Brett Wahlberg Trio - Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Smooth Groove - Edje Nightclub at Jumers Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy 92 Rock Island, IL
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Gray Wolf Band (2pm) -Buds Skyline Inn, 2621 69th Ave. Moline, IL Hot Club of Cowtown -Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St. Iowa City, IA Jim Busta Band (1:30pm) - Walcott Coliseum, 116 E Bryant St Walcott, IA John Lake Studio Recital (2pm) -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA Lauras Legacy Concert: Jordan Danielsen (1:15pm) - Phox (2pm) - Whoozdads featuring Ellis Kell (3:15pm) - Lissie (5pm) -Schwiebert Riverfront Park, between 17th & 20th Streets Rock Island, IL Songwriters Night -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Soul Karaoke -Top Shelf Lounge, 1327 13th Ave East Moline, IL Sunday Funday Karaoke (3pm) -Fricks Tap, 1402 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Sunday Jazz Brunch (10:30am & 12:30pm) -Bix Bistro, 200 E. 3rd St. Davenport, IA The Blendours - Ben Roller & the Bright Stars - Other Band - Conetrauma -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Third Sunday Jazz Series: The Bill Bell Trio (6pm) -The Redstone Room, 129 Main St Davenport, IA 2013/05/20 (Mon) Rob Dahms & Detroit Larry (6pm) Karaoke King (9:30pm) -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Shiloh Terry -Zero to Sixty, 811 East 2nd St. Davenport, IA The Chris & Wes Show - Mound Street Landing, 1029 Mound St. Davenport, IA 2013/05/23 (Thu)

Soap - Black Forrest Ham - Matthew & the Arrogant Sea -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Steve Forbert -Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL The Mississippi Misfits - The Harris Collection - QCSlim - Brady Street Pub, 217 Brady St. Davenport, IA Tronicity -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th St Davenport, IA Wild Oatz - The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA 2013/05/19 (Sun)
THURSDAY
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Rachel Brooke - JL Hellwater -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Rocktapuss Hosts the Rock Jam -Rascals Live, 1418 15th St. Moline, IL Soulshake - Mixology -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Yo La Tengo -Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St. Iowa City, IA 2013/05/24 (Fri)
ABC Karaoke -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Balfa Toujours -CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE Cedar Rapids, IA Bill Chrastil (2pm) - Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA Chuck Murphy Live (6pm) -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Cross Creek Karaoke - Bootleggers Sports Bar, 2228 E. 11th St. Davenport, IA DubuqueFest Fine Ar ts Festival: Dubuque Fiddlers (11am) - Peter Fraterdeus (12:30pm) - Nate Jenkins (2pm) - Julien Chamber Choir (3pm) -Washington Park, Dubuque, IA DubuqueFest Fine Ar ts Festival: PanrhythmiX (12:30pm) - Youth Musical Showcase (2pm) - Town Clock Plaza, Dubuque, IA Funday Sunday w/ Dave Ellis (6pm) -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA
SUNDAY
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2013/05/21 (Tue)
TUESDAY
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Lissie @ Schwiebert Park May 19

2013/05/22 (Wed)
WEDNESDAY
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ABC Karaoke -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA John OMeara, Rob Dahms, & Jim Stroehle -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Musical Morning (7am) -Brewed Awakenings, 221 Brady St. Davenport, IA Open Mic at the Paddlehweel hosted by Silly C & Slack Man -Paddlewheel Sports Bar & Grill, 221 15th St Bettendorf, IA Open Mic w/ J. Knight -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA
MONDAY
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ABC Karaoke -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA ABC Karaoke -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA ABC Karaoke -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Glenn Hickson (5:30pm) - OMelias Supper Club, 2900 Blackhawk Rd. Rock Island, IL Open Jam w/ the Harris Collection - Brady Street Pub, 217 Brady St. Davenport, IA Open Mic Night - Cool Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL Open Mic w/ Jeff Smallwood -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Open Mic w/ Jordan Danielsen -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th St Davenport, IA Real Live Tigers - Julie Byrne -Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL Southern Thunder Karaoke & DJ -McManus Pub, 1401 7th Ave Moline, IL
Bob Burns (11am) -Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Burlington Street Bluegrass Band -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA Glenn Hickson (5:30pm) -Lees Lanes, 925 S Oakwood Ave. Geneseo, IL Jam Session w/ Ben Soltau -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Jason Carl & Friends -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA Karaoke Night -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Karaoke Night w/ Fat Dawgs Productions - QC Family Entertainment, 4401 44th Ave. Moline, IL Keller Karaoke -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Open Mic Night - Boozies Bar & Grill, 114 1/2 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Open Mic Night - Rustic Ridge Golf Course Grille & Pub, 1151 East Iowa St. Eldridge, IA Ren Edstrand Blues Jam -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL
ABC Karaoke -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Bob Fest -Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA Chuck Murphy -Vans, 3333 Harrison St. Davenport, IA Gray Wolf Band -Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge, 4506 27th St Moline, IL Jam Sessions with John OMeara & Friends - The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA Jim Ryan -Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge, 4506 27th St Moline, IL Karaoke Night -Purgatorys Pub, 2104 State St Bettendorf, IA Karaoke Night -Zero to Sixty, 811 East 2nd St. Davenport, IA Lewis Knudsen (11am) -Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Lewis Knudsen (7pm) - Cool Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL Live Lunch w/ Mo Carter (noon) -RME Community Stage, 131 W. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Old Light- Cadaver Dogs - Mad Monks -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Open Mic Night -Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA Open Mic Night w/ Karl -Kilkennys, 300 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Open Mic w/ Jeff Smallwood -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL
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ABC Karaoke -Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St. Davenport, IA ABC Karaoke -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA Big Joes DJ & Karaoke Show - V.F.W. Post 9128, 2814 State Street Bettendorf, IA Caught in the Act -Rascals Live, 1418 15th St. Moline, IL Chuck Murphy - Rustic Ridge Golf Course Grille & Pub, 1151 East Iowa St. Eldridge, IA Cross Creek Karaoke - Bier Stube LeClaire, 1001 Canal Shore Dr. LeClaire, IA Cross Creek Karaoke -Stickmans, 1510 N. Harrison St. Davenport, IA David Zollo -Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA Detroit Larry & Chris Avey (6pm) -Skinny Legs BBQ, 2020 1st Street Milan, IL Eddie Butts - Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA Emanations: Quad City Avant Garde See Zaw - Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL Jerra Williams (11am) -Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Joe Louis Walker - Nick & the Ovorols - The Redstone Room, 129 Main St Davenport, IA

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Justin Morrissey & Drunken Angels -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th St Davenport, IA Karaoke King -Chucks Tap, 1731 W. 6th St. Davenport, IA Kelsey - Velcro Moxie - Home-Grown -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA KISS Army - Wes Weebers Brokeass Sellouts - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Live Lunch w/ Lewis Knudsen (noon) - Mike Cochrane (7pm) -RME Community Stage, 131 W. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Martin Sexton -CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE Cedar Rapids, IA Minus Six -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Night Light -Bleyarts Tap, 2210 E. 11th St. Davenport, IA Rick Springfield - Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle Parkway Bettendorf, IA Rob Dahms & Larry Bo Boyd (6pm) -Cool Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL Ron Johnson One-Man Band -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Serious Business -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA Southern Thunder Karaoke and DJ -Hollars Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St Moline, IL Strictly Vinyl -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Vocal Expressionz (5:30pm) - Funktastic Five (8:30pm) -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA West Branch High School Jazz Band - Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, off I-80 at exit 254 West Branch, IA
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1st Impression -Rascals Live, 1418 15th St. Moline, IL ABC Karaoke -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA Chuck Murphy (4pm) - Downtown Hampton, Hampton, IL Chuck Murphy (7:30pm) -Crust Stone Oven Pizza, 2561 53rd Ave. Bettendorf, IA Community Drum Circle (10:30am) Live Lunch w/ Rachel Schuldt (noon) - Dead Leaves (8pm) -RME Community Stage, 131 W. 2nd St. Davenport, IA Cosmic - Mound Street Landing, 1029 Mound St. Davenport, IA Craig Erickson Band - The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA Cross Creek Karaoke - Rumors & Excuses Pub, 230 Main St. Columbus Junction, IA Eddie Butts - Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA Gray Wolf Band -Greenbriar Restaurant and Lounge, 4506 27th St Moline, IL Howlin Brothers - Tallgrass -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Jeff & Marcia Duo - Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Karaoke King -Chucks Tap, 1731 W. 6th St. Davenport, IA Koobys Karaoke Sing-Off -Headquarters Bar & Grill, 119 E. 22nd Ave. Coal Valley, IL Live Music Lunch - Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Night People -Duckys Lagoon, 13515 78th Ave Andalusia, IL Nitrix -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL North of 40 - The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA
The Travoltas - Premium Sellouts -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Vibra Cats (2pm) - Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22 Riverside, IA 2013/05/27 (Mon)
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Open Mic w/ Jeff Smallwood -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Open Mic w/ Jordan Danielsen -11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th St Davenport, IA Southern Thunder Karaoke & DJ -McManus Pub, 1401 7th Ave Moline, IL 2013/05/29 (Wed)
Open Mic Afternoon (2pm) - Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn, 7505 120th Ave. Coal Valley, IL Rob Dahms (6pm) -Skinny Legs BBQ, 2020 1st Street Milan, IL Russ Reyman Request Piano Bar (7pm) - Phoenix, 111 West 2nd St. Davenport, IA Saturday Jazz Brunch w/ the Brett Wahlberg Trio - Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Smooth Groove - River House, 1510 River Dr. Moline, IL Terrapin Isle -Uptown Bills Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA The Shivas - Raw Mojo CD Release Party - Crystal City - Jeff Roalson of the Olympics - Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA The Travoltas - Just Chords - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL The Waffle Stompers - Fairhaven Must Build Jacuzzi - The Suites - The Redstone Room, 129 Main St Davenport, IA Tony Brown & the Earth Riddim Band - Weather Dance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St. Iowa City, IA
Dead Leaves @ RME Community Stage May 25

2013/05/26 (Sun)
Viking Moses -Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL
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Cross Creek Karaoke -Bootleggers Sports Bar, 2228 E. 11th St. Davenport, IA Good Habits - Truck or Dead Horse Point from Rooftops -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Keep off the Grass (5pm) -The Captains Table, 4801 River Dr. Moline, IL Mississippi Valley Blues Society -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Oh! What A Night Disco Party - The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA Songwriters Night -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Soul Karaoke -Top Shelf Lounge, 1327 13th Ave East Moline, IL Steve Bobbitt (5:30pm) - ABC Karaoke (9pm) -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Sunday Funday Karaoke (3pm) -Fricks Tap, 1402 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Sunday Jazz Brunch (10:30am & 12:30pm) -Bix Bistro, 200 E. 3rd St. Davenport, IA
ABC Karaoke -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA John OMeara, Rob Dahms, & Jim Stroehle -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Musical Morning (7am) -Brewed Awakenings, 221 Brady St. Davenport, IA Open Mic at the Paddlehweel hosted by Silly C & Slack Man - Paddlewheel Sports Bar & Grill, 221 15th St Bettendorf, IA Open Mic w/ J. Knight -The Mill, 120 E Burlington Iowa City, IA 2013/05/28 (Tue)
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ABC Karaoke -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA ABC Karaoke -The Muddy Waters, 1708 State St. Bettendorf, IA ABC Karaoke -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Brett Newski & the Corruption - Break Up Art - Tambourine - Rozz-Tox, 2108 3rd Ave. Rock Island, IL Glenn Hickson (5:30pm) - OMelias Supper Club, 2900 Blackhawk Rd. Rock Island, IL Murder Junkies - Human Aftertaste - The Oculus -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Open Jam w/ the Harris Collection - Brady Street Pub, 217 Brady St. Davenport, IA Open Mic Night - Cool Beanz Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St. Rock Island, IL
Bob Burns (11am) -Mama Comptons, 1725 2nd Ave Rock Island, IL Curtis Hawkins Band (6pm) - Karaoke King (9:30pm) -The Rusty Nail, 2606 W Locust Davenport, IA Glenn Hickson (5:30pm) -Lees Lanes, 925 S Oakwood Ave. Geneseo, IL Jam Session w/ Ben Soltau -Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St Iowa City, IA Jason Carl & Friends -Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303 Brady St. Davenport, IA Karaoke Night -RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave. Rock Island, IL Karaoke Night w/ Fat Dawgs Productions - QC Family Entertainment, 4401 44th Ave. Moline, IL Keller Karaoke -Martinis on the Rock, 4619 34th St Rock Island, IL Nebula Was - Lizard Ballroom - The Savage Hacks - Disgruntled Noisebox -Gabes, 330 E. Washington St. Iowa City, IA Open Mic Night - Boozies Bar & Grill, 114 1/2 W. 3rd St. Davenport, IA Open Mic Night - Rustic Ridge Golf Course Grille & Pub, 1151 East Iowa St. Eldridge, IA Ren Edstrand Blues Jam -Studio Pub, 1465 19th St. East Moline, IL Shiloh Terry -Zero to Sixty, 811 East 2nd St. Davenport, IA The African Showboyz - CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE Cedar Rapids, IA The Chris & Wes Show - Mound Street Landing, 1029 Mound St. Davenport, IA
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