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Same as the Old Boss: Obama
Ratchets Up Unlawful Powers
I
t is high time for all the partisan
enablers of the two-party duopoly to
admit their culpability in fostering
and supporting the current state of
fascism we now serve under via the
oligarchic regimes you have voted for.
If you voted for Reagan, Clinton, either
Bush, or Obama, you are the reason we
have the onerous, stifling government we
currently have. If you voted for Grassley,
Harkin, Durbin, or Obama for Senate,
we have you to thank for the mess we
are in. If you voted for an incumbent in
the last election, you have forsaken your
countrymen and future generations.
We have a rogue government, a
government that has been allowed to
discard the fundamental principle of our
founding documents: a government that
governs by the consent of the people and
follows the rule of law.
Evidence of these claims is Obama’s
speech at the National Archives last
week, during which he trial-ballooned
his plan for justifying prolonged
detention without prosecution under a
new “legal regime.” Obama said that after
September 11, 2001, “our government
would need new tools to protect the
American people, and that these tools
would have to allow us to prevent attacks
instead of simply prosecuting those
who try to carry them out.” Standing in
front of the founding documents no less,
Obama eloquently rolled out his plan to
ratchet up even more unconstitutional
presidential authority.
Like George W. Bush, Obama
continues to perpetuate the myth that his
job is to keep us safe: “My single most
important responsibility as president is to
keep the American people safe.” Well, not
so much, Mr. President. Here is the oath
of office you took: “I do solemnly swear
that I will faithfully execute the Office
of President of the United States, and
will, to the best of my ability, preserve,
protect, and defend the Constitution of
the United States.” (Article II, Section 1,
Clause 8.)
The executive branch is not charged
with keeping us safe. Yes, the president is
the commander-in-chief, but only when
we are at war via a vote of Congress.
That has not happened since World
War II. It is specifically mandated in the
Constitution that only Congress shall
have the authority to “provide for the
common Defence and general welfare of
the United States.” (Article I, Section 8.)
So as long as Americans swallow this
falsehood that the president is there to
keep us safe, and as long as you continue
to vote for a candidate from the two-
headed, two-party beast, our rights and
by Todd McGreevy
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freedoms will continue to be usurped. Is
Obama honoring his oath when he seeks
to establish a new “legal regime” for the
“prolonged detention” of those “who
cannot be prosecuted yet who pose a
clear danger to the American people”?
Granted, this is in the context of the
“terrorists” incarcerated at Gitmo. But
this is a supremely slippery slope Obama
is taking us down. Americans have been
brainwashed into thinking we are at
war with “terror” and that anyone the
executive branch deems a “potential
terrorist” is an enemy combatant and
thus worthy of detaining. We can thank
the legislation that no one in Congress
who voted for it read before they passed
it, the USA PATRIOT Act, for this
erosion of our liberties.
Many in power easily justify detaining
brown-skinned Arabs who in their own
country are murderers, rapists, and
very bad people. But they “cannot be
prosecuted” for a reason. There is no
evidence of a crime against America or
its people. These people must be subject
to “indefinite detention” because of
something they might do in the future,
according to the president who wants to
“leave behind the legacy that makes it
easier for future presidents to keep this
country safe.”
Start applying this same set of
standards for detention of your
neighbors. Take the Homeland Security
Department’s “Lexicon for Domestic
Terrorists” and apply that to everyone
you know. If you or your friends are pro-
life, pro-animal rights, pro-environment,
pro-gun, anti-tax, or anti-Federal
Reserve, or are a “leaderless resistor,” you
could be deemed a domestic terrorist,
just like those who sit in cells in Gitmo.
And thus you could be subject to
Obama’s proposed new “legal regime”
and “process of periodic review, so that
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any prolonged detention is carefully
evaluated and justified.”
So imagine an America where you
can be detained indefinitely for a crime
you might commit in the future, as
deemed by the same government that
simultaneously violates your inalienable
rights to due process of law.
Do you feel any safer now?
Visit this article online to access the
transcript of Obama’s remarks at the
National Archives last week, as well
as a scathing seven-minute analysis of
the hypocrisy of this speech, by Rachel
Maddow. 

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Quinn’s Fundraising Tactics
Raise Eyebrows, Too
A
t the same time that Governor
Pat Quinn is pushing the General
Assembly to pass major ethics reforms
and solve a horribly complicated $12-billion
budget deficit, his campaign committee has
been calling top Statehouse groups to set up
private meetings with the governor.
The asking price for the exclusive meetings?
$15,000.
But the program may soon be shut down
after questions were raised about at least the
appearance of impropriety,
particularly in the wake
of ousted Governor Rod
Blagojevich’s “pay to play”
That $15,000
excesses.
Several association
asking price clearly
executives with Springfield
lobbying interests said last
demonstrates how
week that they’ve recently
received calls from Quinn’s
politicians – even
campaign. Some have big-
ticket items that could be
self-professed
chopped out of the budget
during the deficit crisis.
reformers such as
All have significant issues
pending in the General
Quinn – intend to
Assembly, pro and con.
“We turned them down,” get around any new
said one high-level exec
about the campaign calls. contribution caps.
The executive explained
that his group does not
contribute or discuss contributions during
the legislative session. Ironically enough,
several associations – which have been
targeted for campaign contribution limits by
the governor’s reform commission – do not
contribute during the tail end of the session.
Also on the ironic side, $15,000 is far above
the campaign contribution limits sought by
Quinn and his reform commission, although
these appear to be requests for “bundled”
contributions from several different people at
once.
And that $15,000 asking price clearly
demonstrates how politicians – even self-
professed reformers such as Quinn – intend to
get around any new contribution caps.
According to numerous sources, the
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campaign calls began with an offer for a
private meeting with Quinn in June, often
during breakfast or lunch.
“We were told they wanted to put our
members together for ‘face time’ with the
governor to talk about our interests or
concerns,” explained one exec. All of the
executives contacted refused to go on the
record for fear of possible retaliation during
these crucial final session days.
Three association execs said they then
asked whether this was a fundraiser and
were told it was. One cut off the conversation
immediately; the others listened to the pitch.
“She said, ‘Well, we want the one-on-one
 opportunity, but we’d certainly like to raise
by Rich Miller
$15,000.’”
The “she” is Holly Copeland, a top official in
the governor’s campaign operation. Copeland
said last week that she never discussed any
legislation or the budget with any of the
executives and lobbyists and said she has “no
idea what’s going on as far as specific bills.”
But Dave Lundy, president of the Better
Government Association, was shocked. “To
say I find it surprising is to put it mildly,”
he said, adding: “The timing creates an
enormous appearance
problem.”
Asked about
the appearance of
impropriety of calling
associations with
major issues pending
in the closing days of
the legislative session,
Copeland said, “I can
see what you’re saying,
but I can assure you that
this is not the intent
whatsoever.”
Copeland pointed out
that the private meetings
are all scheduled for
June, but asked whether
associations might find
it risky to turn down an
offer from the governor’s
campaign during May,
she said, “I can assure you that there is in no
way shape or form that there is any intent” to
subtly strong-arm the groups.
Copeland also referred to the $15,000 price
as an “arbitrary” number and said she has
worked with groups that couldn’t afford it: “If
they can come up with five or less, it’s okay.”
Most of the association execs I spoke with
said the contacts sounded like they were “cold
calls,” and Copeland implied the same when
she said the campaign was “going through
associations in the legislative directory,
looking at groups that we thought might be
interested.”
Bob Reed, the governor’s top spokesperson,
said he talked with the governor and was
told that only people who had offered to
set up fundraisers were contacted. Reed
also said that these people and groups had
longstanding relationships with Quinn.
However, at least two association executives
whose groups were contacted by the
campaign adamantly denied that anybody
at their shops had ever approached anyone
about raising money for the governor.
Whatever the case, Reed implied that the
fundraising calls would cease soon: “I think it’s
safe to say that we will rethink our approach
here to make sure that misunderstandings like
this don’t occur,” he said.
Rich Miller also publishes Capitol Fax (a daily
political newsletter) and TheCapitolFaxBlog.com.

Auditor Vaudt Steps Away from Governor’s Race
S
aying that “I don’t want my voice
diminished” as the independent
watchdog of state finances, State Auditor
David Vaudt announced last week that he will
not run for governor in 2010.
“I’m flattered that Iowans would come
forward and encourage me to run, and I
have seriously considered that over the last
several months,” the Republican said during
a Statehouse press conference about the state
budget. “As you are aware, I have been very
concerned over Iowa’s long-term finances.”
Vaudt, a certified public accountant who
has been state auditor for six years, said Iowa’s
budget has “deep, deep problems,” and that the
state needs to reverse course.
“I know that if I were to run for governor,
there would be some that would try to discredit
important financial information that I’m
providing to Iowans,” Vaudt said. “They’d do that
by simply questioning the motives. We need a
strong voice and an experienced voice to keep
Iowans in tune with what’s really taking place
with our finances. The last thing that we can
afford is to have that voice diminished in any way.
Therefore, I have chosen not to run for governor.”
Vaudt maintained that the support and
money was there for him to make a 2010
gubernatorial bid, but he said he can make the
biggest difference as state auditor. Vaudt was
one of more than a dozen Republicans said to
be considering a run against Governor Chet
Culver, a Democrat, next year.
Culver Signs Bill to Boost
Insurance Levels in Iowa
Culver last week signed a bill that he
says will provide insurance to 90 percent of
uninsured Iowa children in families that are
under 300 percent of the federal poverty limit.
“I believe every Iowan deserves affordable,
accessible health care, but ... the high cost of
insurance puts this out of reach for families
in need,” Culver said. “Today we’re taking one
more step to meeting our administration’s goal
of making sure that every Iowan is insured.”
Culver said 12,380 additional children would
be covered through the Medicaid and HAWK-I
programs. The bill allocates $5.7 million for that
effort. The bill also calls for $510,000 to provide
11,000 children with dental care in the next
fiscal year, and approximately $1.45 million to
cover nearly 25,000 children in Fiscal Year 2011.
The legislation also establishes a commission
to make recommendations on improving
health care for Iowans.
“Although I’m proud to sign this bill into law
today, I want to be clear this is just one more
step of many that we will take to make sure that
every Iowan has access to medical care when
they need it,” Culver said.
Bruce Koeppl, senior state director for
AARP Iowa, commended Culver and the Iowa
legislature for their work on the bill but said
there is more work to be done, particularly for
pre-Medicare adults.
“I know that if I were
to run for governor,
there would be some
that would try to
discredit important
financial information
that I’m providing to
Iowans.”
- State Auditor
David Vaudt
“Although AARP is hopeful Congress
will enact significant health-care reform this
year, it is important for Iowa to continue to
commit to [the] state health-care-reform
effort,” Koeppl said. “This legislation marks a
second year of progress towards ensuring all
Iowans have affordable health-care coverage.
We are especially pleased that despite budget
pressures, and varying political priorities, ...
Iowa’s leaders came together in providing the
financial commitment to funding coverage for
all Iowa’s children.”
State Revamps
Sex-Offender Regulations
Culver also signed the Adam Walsh Act
into law last week, officially changing Iowa’s
controversial residency rule for sex offenders.
“This was done to fix a loophole in the law,”
Culver said. “Although limiting where offenders
could live, it did not address other dangers
to public safety in terms of the day-to-day
behaviors of registered sex offenders. But by
working together we were able to find common
ground, and we were able to put our kids first.”
The new law will apply the 2,000-foot
residency rule, which limits where sex
offenders can live, only to offenders who
committed the worst crimes against minors.
Offenders will be classified into three tiers
based on the severity of their crimes, which
will affect how often they must register with
the state. Instead of the 2,000-foot rule, the new
law will create 300-foot “exclusionary zones”
– around areas such as schools, child-care
centers, and playgrounds – that sex offenders
will not be allowed near. Sex offenders will
be prohibited from working in those places
frequented by kids as well.
Representative Clel Baudler (R-Greenfield),
a former state trooper, said the 2,000-foot rule
didn’t work.
“While the original legislation seemed tough
by Lynn Campbell, IowaPolitics.com
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and aggressive, it only created a mess for the
registration process and made Iowans less
safe,” Baudler said. “We must keep in mind that
this law does not guarantee safety from sexual
predators. We need to encourage our citizens
to be proactive and use the resources that we
have available, such as Iowa’s offender registry
at IowaSexOffender.com, to see where these
people live and be vigilant.”
Baudler said he has worked on this bill for
years along with other legislators, and that the
issue of sex offenders “is not an easy one to
speak on. ... One must tread carefully between
public perception, public safety, and an
unenforceable law. I am proud to say that the
men and women who worked on, wrote, and
passed this legislation acted as public servants,
not politicians.”
“They took a tough stand,” Attorney General
Tom Miller said. “The 10 that worked on this
during the whole session, we owe a special
debt of gratitude. They took this on knowing
it would be difficult, troublesome, and might
not succeed, but invested time and energy and
their credibility in the process to produce a bill
that ultimately was passed overwhelmingly by
both houses of the legislature.”
New GOP Leadership Working
to Broaden Party Outreach
A shakeup has been underway since new
leadership took over at the Republican Party
of Iowa.
It isn’t just the new office dress code at the
party headquarters downtown, where casual
wear has been replaced with shirts and ties.
It isn’t just that members of the party are
communicating with one another better,
sending out a more cohesive message and using
Facebook and Twitter. Or that they continue
to travel the state and reach out to people, even
though there’s no immediate election in sight.
Republicans are now trying to broaden their
appeal, said Republican Party of Iowa Chair
Matt Strawn and Executive Director Jeffrey
Boeyink, who came on board in January and
February, respectively.
“Sometimes as Republicans, you have to get
outside of your comfort zone and reach into
the communities and try and broaden your
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appeal,” Strawn said. “You don’t have to change
what you believe, but you can start talking to
groups that maybe you haven’t been talking to
about Republican solutions.”
In the recently released “Chairman’s 100
Day Report,” Strawn points out that Iowa
Republicans beat Democrats in fundraising in
the first quarter of 2009.
For an expanded version of this article, visit
RiverCitiesReader.com.
This weekly summary comes from IowaPolitics.
com, an online government and politics news
service. IowaPolitics.com staff contributed to this
report. 

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Patrons’ Saint
Don Wooten Reflects on His Theatrical Experiences and His (Continuing) History with Genesius Guild
“W
e were looking for a name
for the group,” says Genesius
Guild founder Don Wooten,
“and I knew of a play called The Comedian,
which was about St. Genesius, who was the
patron saint of actors. So I called it Genesius
Guild. But no such person ever lived. I just
thought it was wonderful for actors to have
an imaginary patron saint.”
For more than 50 years, however, local
actors have found a very real patron saint
in Don Wooten, the Rock Island resident
whose intimidating list of accomplishments
includes broadcasting stints for WOC-TV,
WQAD-TV, and WHBF-TV, the founding of
radio station WVIK, two terms – from 1972
to 1980 – as a senator in the Illinois General
Assembly, and the annual presentation of
classical-theatre productions in Rock Island’s
Lincoln Park, the majority of which Wooten
himself directed and/or adapted until his
Genesius Guild retirement in 2006.
Or rather, until his “retirement” in 2006.
Although he did step down from active
duties at the conclusion of Genesius Guild’s
50th season, Wooten wrote the adaptations
for the Greek comedies The Frogs in
2007 and The Clouds in 2008, and this
summer finds him more directly involved
with the Guild’s lineup than he has been
in years. In honor of his 80th birthday,
which he celebrated on March 16, Wooten
will not only adapt and direct this year’s
season-ending comedy – Aristophanes’
Thesmophoriazusae, running August 1
through 9 – but also 2009’s three other
classical-theatre offerings: Euripides’ Hecuba
(June 20 through 28) and Shakespeare’s
Henry VI: Part I (July 10 through 25) and
Henry VI: Part II (July 17 through 26).
“It’s hard to say about the Greek comedies,
but I’m pretty sure this is my valedictory
for Shakespeare,” says Wooten of his busy
summer season, adding, “Of course, you
know, never say never again.” And during
a recent interview, Wooten spoke about
his continued pride in – and passion for
– Genesius Guild, the organization’s (and
his own) theatrical beginnings, the role that
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young people play in the Guild’s future,
and the influence of this venerated local
institution.
This Is Fun
Born and raised in Memphis, the young
Wooten excelled in Catholic school and
has been, as he says, “a straight-A student
all my life. In class, once the nuns said
something, that was it – I knew it – and with
my inclinations toward the church and my
scholastic aptitude, they obviously wanted
me to be a priest.” Yet with his family’s
encouragement, Wooten also took an early
 interest in the arts, and theatre in particular.
Don Wooten in Lincoln Park
Our family was always into theatre.
Mom was really the one who wanted to be
an entertainer – she wanted to be Gloria
Swanson – but there were absolutely no
opportunities for her. So she saw to it that
her children had those experiences.
In grade school, the very first role I
played was in a Christmas thing called
Crosspatch. I was cast as Old Crosspatch, a
character who was somehow reformed by
... I dunno, Christmas carols or something,
and I enjoyed that very much. And I used
to do radio plays, and then in high school, I
was cast as Jonathan Brewster in Arsenic &
Old Lace. There’s that great moment when
Jonathan comes through the windows and
the audience just screams – I remember
it took them a hell of a long time to settle
down after that – and I just thought, “This
is fun!”
And my older sister, Marge, had been a
dancer. But she eventually quit, and I asked
her why, and she said, “Theatre is no life for
a moral person.” And as a kid, I believed
everything every older person told me until
it was proven wrong. So I decided I couldn’t
go into a career in theatre, although that
was my inclination.
Ambrose Actor
Wooten graduated from high school and
moved from Tennessee to Iowa, where, in
1946, he entered the seminary at St. Ambrose
University. “And it took me two years to
realize that a priest was not what I wanted
to be,” he says. “I could not take, could not
take, the regimentation, and the idea of
obeying somebody simply because they said
to did not sit well with me. So I opted out.”
Yet Wooten chose to stay at St. Ambrose,
where he had also found the opportunity to
pursue his love of theatre – “immoral” career
choice or not.
by Mike Schulz
mike@rcreader.com
My sophomore year, while I was still in
the seminary, [instructor] Charlie Castello
spotted me as an actor, and said he was
gonna do a play by a guy I’d never heard
of – Henri Gheon. It was called Old Wang
– it was the story about a missionary and
his conversion of an older Chinese peasant,
and a contest between the missionary and
the China Devil – and he had me play
the China Devil. There was an elaborate
costume, and my skin was kinda red ... . It
was a spectacular role.
And then when I dropped out of the
seminary, he immediately put me in a
part in The Male Animal, and he gave me
Prince Albert in Victoria Regina, and senior
year, he was going to do As You Like It and
Macbeth. So I memorized all of Macbeth. I
knew the whole damned play. And when I
tried out, it was clear that I had that [title]
role down. But there was one theatre major
that Charlie had that was graduating that
year, so he wouldn’t give me Macbeth;
he gave that guy Macbeth, and gave me
Macduff.
But I did a really good Macduff. I
remember when I took Ross and did
Macduff ’s “all my pretty chickens and their
dam” [speech] and the actor playing Ross
started to cry. I thought, “What are you
doing?” He told me later, “I just couldn’t
take it.” I didn’t need much after that.
Playcrafters Detour
While still a senior at St. Ambrose, Wooten
joined the production staff of WOC-TV and
worked as a radio announcer at Muscatine
station KWPC, and soon after graduation,
he began his nearly 20-year broadcasting
career with Rock Island’s WHBF-TV. He
also married girlfriend Bernadette (this
past November, they celebrated their 58th
wedding anniversary), and it was in her
company that Wooten began his post-
graduate love affair with theatre.
Bernadette and I went to a Playcrafters
play when I was still working in Muscatine.
It was The Solid Gold Cadillac, and it was
done in Rock Island’s Little Theatre, and
I thought, “These people are really good.”
So I went to see them, and they had a play
coming up – an old-time mellerdrammer
– and they cast me as Mortimer
Frothingham. The villain. The good role.
And I wanted to be active in Playcrafters
when I moved to WHBF-TV, but I worked
nights. And talk about a guy having his
priorities wrong: My first thought was,
“What can I do to change my schedule?”
Eventually, I had a schedule where I could
come in at 10 or 11 and work until about 6,
so I could be in a play. But after I became
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Another Dimension
Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s Spring Pops Concert, May 30 at the Adler Theatre
I
t would be
easy to accuse
Brent Havens
of exploiting two
things: the fondness
people have for some
seminal rock bands,
and symphonies’
need to diversity their
audiences.
But his “The Music
of ” series – which
matches a community
symphony orchestra,
a live traveling rock
band, and classic
songs – comes from
a place of knowledge.
Havens, who arranged
the songs for orchestra
and conducts, began
with Led Zeppelin
in 1996 and has
expanded the repertoire to include Pink
Floyd, The Doors, The Eagles, and Queen. The
project has included more than 150 shows,
two-thirds of which have been Led Zeppelin,
Havens said.
When he presents the Music of Led
Zeppelin for the Quad City Symphony
Orchestra’s Spring Pops concert on May 30,
it will be readily apparent that he knows the
band.
“One thing that really surprised me was the
complexity of the music,” he said last week
about breaking down the tunes. On “The
Ocean,” for example, “every bar for the first
16 bars is in a different meter. ... When you’re
listening to it, you just feel it; it just feels right.
You’re not sitting there counting it ... .”
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Featuring vocalist Randy Jackson of the
band Zebra (Jackson also sings with the Pink
Floyd, Doors, and Eagles shows), the Music of
Led Zeppelin takes listeners through album
versions of famous songs augmented by the
orchestra. Like Metallica’s S&M, The Music of
Led Zeppelin doesn’t replace a rock band with
a symphony; it puts the two together.
“These tunes were always very rich,” Havens
said. “But this adds yet that other dimension,
that other sense of color there.”
When he was first approached about the
project by the Virginia Symphony, though, the
concept was that the orchestra alone would re-
create the music. Havens said he was skeptical:
 “I didn’t feel that there would be much of an
Brent Havens
audience for that, because Zeppelin fans really
know this music cold – all the guitar solos, all
the drum solos, the lyrics, everything. And
people who would normally go to a classical
concert or even some of the pops concerts
wouldn’t necessarily know who Led Zeppelin
was.”
So Havens suggested doing it with a band.
The first singer, he said, didn’t have the chops
to pull off Robert Plant, but Jackson turned
out to be a good fit.
Based on a handful of songs, Jackson does
an excellent job matching Plant’s phrasings,
although both his voice and the arrangements
seem slightly neutered. Not surprisingly,
“Kashmir” works well because it has the
orchestration built-in. With the strings
matching the lead guitar, “Black Dog” is a
strong approximation. In recorded form,
though, “Heartbreaker” and “Stairway to
Heaven” suffer mostly from not quite being
the originals – which will almost surely be
by Jeff Ignatius
jeff@rcreader.com
rectified by hearing
them in a live setting.
As for matching
studio versions in
concert, Havens said
there are practical
reasons he doesn’t
trot out a 29-minute
“Dazed & Confused”
or a 14-minute “Whole
Lotta Love.” Audiences
aren’t as familiar with
live versions of the
songs, he said, and
“we only have two
and a half hours with
the orchestra. We
want to try to get in
as many tunes as we
can ... .” The Music of
Led Zeppelin catalog
has almost 30 songs
in it, and the program
varies from show to show.
Although Havens said that “I really tried to
stay as close to the originals as possible,” he
does think the orchestral treatments change
the songs in some cases. “Since I’ve Been
Lovin’ You” starts with the cellos performing
a counter-melody to the guitar and vocal line,
with sections of the orchestra entering until
it’s “this soaring piece of music,” he said. “I
really feel that the orchestration transformed
that piece.”
Havens conceded that some orchestra
members are less than enthusiastic about
performing the works of Page and Plant
instead of the more conventional classical
canon. But they inevitably come around, he
said: “One thing that really goes a long way in
soothing that is the orchestra gets six, seven
standing ovations a night. And the crowds
are not your polite everyday classical crowd
... . The audiences are so enthusiastic that the
orchestra can’t help but enjoy ... how excited
they are.”
The Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s Spring
Pops concert will be held at the Adler Theatre
(136 East Third Street in Davenport) on
Saturday, May 30. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.,
and tickets range from $16 to $50. For more
information or tickets, visit QCSymphony.com.
For more information on The Music of Led
Zeppelin, visit TheMusicOfLedZeppelin.com.
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Traveling Exhibits
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM:
BATTLE OF THE SMITHSONIAN
Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian
is to its precursor what Ghostbusters II is to
Ghostbusters: the less-novel offering, sure, but a
follow-up of surprising wit and great throwaway
touches, and one that, in many ways, improves
on source material that was pretty terrific to
begin with. Despite its titular locale, no one is
going to mistake director
Shawn Levy’s adventure
comedy for a work of art,
yet when this follow-up
is really working – which
is surprisingly often – it
provides a giddy, giggly
rush, and it’s filled with
comic bits that you could
probably watch three or Ben Stiller in Night at the Museum:
four times in succession Battle of the Smithsonian
and laugh at every single time. The movie is
scrappy, silly, and a load of fun.
There are times, in truth, when the film
is a load of something else. After watching
beleaguered pop Ben Stiller learn to be a
better dad in the 2006 original – which,
like its sequel, finds museum exhibits
magically bursting to life through the aid of a
supernatural thingamajiggy – it feels repetitive, comedic perfection that it almost made sitting
to say nothing of maudlin, to watch him now
learning to be a better friend, and the final
reels digress into one of those over-extended,
hyperactive action climaxes that makes the
young uns giggle while their parents stare at
the exit signs. Several of the movie’s talented
comedians, particularly the great Christopher
Guest, are given almost nothing amusing to do. shapeless, we’ve-seen-more-movies-than-
And while Stiller’s sardonic, nattering, vaguely
hostile readings are still a refreshing rejoinder
to the family-oriented blandness, his deliveries as Catwoman? Black Snake Moan? Twiggy?!?)
and expressions here are so deadpan that
nothing much seems to be at stake. We know
the plot is drivel, too, Ben, but couldn’t you at
least have tried to appear engaged?
Yet for all of its failings, there’s so much here
that’s ticklishly inventive that you leave feeling
recharged and alert – and, surprisingly, not
dreading Night at the Museum 3. A sequence
that animates Smithsonian paintings provides
some of the blissful enjoyment of Woody Allen’s
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The Purple Rose of Cairo – Levy frames the gags
so you catch the best ones from the corner of
your eye – and while Robin Williams, Owen
Wilson, Steve Coogan, and the splendidly
dyspeptic Ricky Gervais all return, it’s the
series newcomers who offer the biggest laughs:
Hank Azaria is riotous as a cranky Egyptian
ruler with a speech impediment (stretching the
Ghostbusters II analogy further, he’s this film’s
Peter MacNicol), Jonah Hill delivers a brief,
brilliant turn as an prickly security guard, and
Amy Adams, with Katherine Hepburn-inspired
patrician cadences, is a divinely sensible, butt-
kicking Amelia Earhart. All this, plus the Jonas
Brothers as a trio of flying, crooning marble
10 Listen to Mike every Friday at 9am on ROCK 104-9 FM with Dave & Darren
cherubs whom Stiller chastises for being “a little
pitchy.” They are. They’re also endearing and
frequently funny as all-get-out. Just like Night at
the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian itself.
TERMINATOR SALVATION
For most of its length, the grim, tedious, and
abjectly humorless (and colon-less) Terminator
Salvation clunks along with professional skill and
not an ounce of personality. Gleaming hulks of
metal attack everything
in sight, laborious
backstory is revealed,
Christian Bale yells
and does his Batman
growl, and it’s all just
a little less interesting
than any five minutes of
James Cameron’s T1 or
2; although the effects
are kind of fun – I really
liked the whizzing motorcycles that sprung from
a gargantuan robot’s kneecaps – director McG’s
franchise time-waster is basically a high-tech,
sci-fi Fast & Furious without the liveliness of
Vin Diesel and Paul Walker (if you can imagine).
Yet 20 or so minutes before its end, Salvation
delivers an appearance by a stunningly accurate
doppelgänger that’s so jaw-dropping in its
through the first 90 minutes of this rote, soulless
endeavor worthwhile. He said he’d be back, but
what the hell took him so long?
DANCE FLICK
The latest of the Wayans brothers’ crude,
you’ve-seen parodies, Dance Flick features so
many bizarrely dated references (Halle Berry
and so many distasteful, juvenile gags that
you’ll probably be embarrassed to hear yourself
laughing as hard as you are. Directed by Damien
Dante Wayans, and scripted by the director
and no less than four of his relatives, the movie
doesn’t hold together, and scenes that should’ve
been classics, including an outdoor riff on
Fame’s title song, are, instead, only moderately
amusing. But beginning with the opening
scene, in which a hip-hop dance-off results
in hoofers spinning into orbit and burrowing
through the floor, this aimless yet offhandedly
subversive satire delivers big laughs mixed
with the expected groans – I’d say it’s about a
one-to-five ratio – and the cast is chock-full
of inventive comics: Shoshana Bush (doing a
spot-on Julia Stiles), Damon Wayans Jr., Essence
Atkins, Amy Sedaris, Ross Thomas (channeling
Channing Tatum), and others entertain even
when their material doesn’t. Overall, I had a fine
time, and now that the Wayans have produced
White Chicks and Dance Flick, I’m awaiting the
inevitable hybrid: Chick Flick. Anyone else want
to see Matthew McConaughey get the spoofy
trashing he so richly deserves?

Final Friday: Bucktown Event/Reception, featuring the
closing reception for the Final Friday Group Show, Bucktown Center
for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.bucktownarts.
com, 6pm Fri Aug 28.
EXHIBITS & SHOWS
Annual Maple City Fine Arts Exhibit, annual exhibit for local
and regional artists; at the art-league gallery Wed-Sat 10am - 3pm,
and at the Cellar Tue-Thu 5-9pm, Fri & Sat 5-10pm, and Sun 4-9pm;
free; for information, call 309-944-4402, Geneseo, Geneseo, IL,
http://www.geneseoartleague.com, thru Sat May 30.
American Narratives: Photographs by Thomas C. Jackson,
featuring the splicing together of the artist’s photographs into a
new narrative; for information, call 319-366-7503 or visit CRMA.org,
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, thru
Sun May 31.
Carol Boerckel - Judy Gray, watercolors by Boerckel, pastels
by Gray; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast Centre Station
Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, thru Sun May 31.
Christian Marclay’s Telephones, 7 1/2 minute video of film
clips comprising a humorous narrative and rhythmic tone poem;
for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art,
410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, thru Sun
May 31.
Julie Staub: New York Cityscapes, photography exhibit; for
information, call Ashley at 319-341-4562, Bella Joli, 125 S Dubuque
St, Iowa City, IA, thru Sun May 31.
Ken Urban, photographs taken during the 2008 Quad City
Criterium, in the bank lobby; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext
108, U.S. Bank - Rock Island, 3411 18th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.quadcityarts.com, thru Sun May 31.
Larry De Vilbiss - Jay Stratton, watercolors by De Vilbiss,
wood and sculpture by Stratton; for information, visit MidCoast.org,
Mississippi Valley Welcome Center, 900 Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire, IA,
thru Sun May 31.
Lee Iben: Nature Scenes, works in pen and ink, and acrylic on
canvas; for information, call 319-337-2361 or e-mail MLKARTCON@
aol.com, West Bank, corner of Dubuque & Burlington, Iowa City, IA,
thru Sun May 31.
Pamela Ohnemus - LuAnn Steffen, acrylics by Ohnemus, glass
and jewelry by Steffen; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast
at the i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr., Moline, IL, thru Sun May 31.
The Figure Show, figural imagery, nude and clothed, in a
variety of media by 25 local artists; juried by local instructors/artists
Paul Lange and Peter Xiao; for information, call 309-373-0691 or
e-mail artsalonfigge@gmail.com, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA, http://figgeart.org, thru Sun May 31.
Touched by the Hands of God: Michelangelo’s Models,
bronze casts of six of Michelangelo’s bozzetti - small sculptural
models made of clay, wax, and wood; instructional video
documenting the casting process accompanies the exhibit;
for information, contact Heather at 563-326-7804, ext 2045 or
haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org, http://figgeart.org, thru Sun
Jun 7.
Jenny Braig, 13 landscape oil paintings by Dubuque native;
for information, call 319-351-8686, Iowa Artisans Gallery, 207 E
Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.iowa-artisans-gallery.com,
10am thru Sun Jun 14.
Muddy River Camera Club Exhibit, works by Mic Barnes,
Patricia Bird, Ronald Blatchley, Alicia Cichon, Linda and Bill Cornelius,
Timiri Dethmann, Lucy Harrison, Ken Kester, Mel Marilim, Richard
Petersen, George Suprenant, Marvin Thompson, Sarah Wiederholt,
and Beth Wiersema; for information, call 563-243-3300, River Arts
Center, 229 5th Ave S, Clinton, IA, http://www.muddyrivercc.org,
1pm thru Sun Jun 14.
Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Community
Schools, for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://figgeart.org, thru Wed Jun 17.
Las Artes de Mexico, works from the ancient worlds of the
Mayans and Aztecs to the 20th Century works of Miguel Covarrubias
and Diego Rivera, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave.,
Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, thru Sun Jun 21.
Exploring Pattern in African Cloth, thru June 28; in Studio
1; textiles and cloths from Cote d’lvoire, Ethiopia, Ghana, Mali,
and Nigeria; learn how African artists create pattern using the
techniques of weaving, painting, stamping, and dyeing; educational
panels, African clothes, and more; for information, call 563-326-7804,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://figgeart.org,
thru Sun Jun 28.
Sleeping with the Leopard: African Art from Cameroon,
over 60 wood, metal, fiber, and mixed-media objects highlighting
the beauty, diversity, and importance of West African art; for
information, visit FiggeArtMuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W
2nd St, Davenport, IA, thru Sun Jun 28.
Teresa Mesich & Jeanne O’Melia: Heads and Tales, an
eclectic exhibition featuring O’Melia’s large, expressionistic heads
made of papier-mache, and Mesich’s portraits of dogs using acrylic
on canvas; for information, call 309-732-7303, Rock Island Public
Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.
il.us, thru Sun Jun 28.
Thomas Broadfoot - Debora Stewart - Mindy Diaz, digital
paintings by Broadfoot, pastels by Stewart, fine jewelry by Diaz;
for information, call 309-793-1213, ext. 108, Quad City Arts at the
Airport, Quad City International Airport, Airport Rd, Moline, IL,
http://www.quadcityarts.com, thru Tue Jun 30.
William Hannan - Don Heggen - Kathleen Van Hyfte, mixed
media by Hannan, watercolors by Heggen, acrylics by Van Hyfte; for
information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast at the RiverCenter, 136 E.
3rd St., Davenport, IA, thru Tue Jun 30.
Dale Bert - Jessica McCarty - Pantelis Korovilias, airbrushed
art and original table designs on motorcycles (“Motorvation”) by
Bert, chromogenic prints and photography (“Recollection”) by
McCarty, photographs printed on canvas (“Wasted America”) by
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Korovilias; for information, call 309-793-1213, ext 109, Quad City Arts
Center, 1715 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.quadcityarts.com,
thru Fri Jul 3.
Gene Anderson - Retrospective: Works from 1960 - 2008,
works by Iowa City artist in line drawings, pastels, stone and
Styrofoam sculptures, and prints; for information, call 319-338-4442,
The Chait Galleries Downtown, 218 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA,
http://www.thegalleriesdowntown.com, 5pm thru Fri Jul 3.
Matters Arising: Art from the Flood Zone, rotating exhibit of
artworks by 12 artists from Eastern Iowa and 12 from the Gulf Coast,
sharing experiences of losing their homes, studios, and works; artists
include Russell Karkowski, Mel Andringa, John Schwatzkopf, Sharon
Neff, Lucy David, Leonardo Torcuato, Dennis Couvillion, Frank Relle,
Maxx Sizeler, John Greco and Sebastien Lemaire, CSPS/Legion Arts,
1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.legionarts.org, thru
Sat Jul 4.
Delores De Wilde Bina: Big Bina mapFlies, multi-colored
artworks in collage and acrylic; for information, call 309-794-0991,
Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://
www.qcgardens.com, thru Mon Jul 20.
Ceramics Student Exhibition, for information, call 515-277-
4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA,
http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org, thru Fri Jul 24.
A Legacy for Iowa: Pollack’s Mural and Modern
Masterworks from the University of Iowa Museum of Art, for
information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA, http://figgeart.org, thru Sun Aug 2.
Before Anime: Japanese Prints from Superhuman to
Superflat, a selection of Japanese color woodcuts from the
permanent collections, examining the subject matter, style,
and technique of traditional Japanese prints, and exploring the
continuity and transformation of traditional prints’ imagery in light
of contemporary comics and animation; for information, call 515-
277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA,
http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org, thru Sun Sep 6.
Jack “The Door Guy” Wilhoit, for information, call 563-940-
1504, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.bucktownarts.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
John Bloom: Visions of Iowa, murals, easel paintings,
sculpture, and prints by Midwestern artist; for information, contact
Heather at 563-326-7804, ext 2045 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.
org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://figgeart. RC reader
org, thru Sun Sep 27.
The Light of God: Significant Visionary Works, evolving
group exhibit featuring works by Iowan, national, and international
artists, working in sacred art; Wed-Sat noon-4:30pm, Sun 1-4pm; for
information, call 641-472-8135 or e-mail info@emeraldgalleryart.com,
Emerald Gallery, 56 S Main St, on the east side of Fairfield Square,
Fairfield, IA, http://www.emeraldgalleryart.com, thru Sat Oct 3.
African American Milestones in Collegiate Sports in Iowa,
sponsored by the African-American Museum; for information, call
563-888-3371, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, Thu May 28 thru
Sat Jun 13.
John Buck: Iconography, over 60 works from Montana-based
artist, including prints, large-scale sculpture, wooden constructions,
and glass and wood works; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar
Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
crma.org, Sat May 30 thru Sun Aug 16.
Art in Roman Life, over 50 works, including coins, glass vessels,
ceramic lamps, marble sculptures, and more; for information, call
319-366-7503, http://www.crma.org, Sat May 30 thru Thu Dec 31.
Malvina Hoffman: Rodin’s Last Student, works from famed
sculptor; for information, call 319-366-7503, http://www.crma.org,
Sat May 30 thru Thu Dec 31.
Mauricio Lasansky, new takes on the important Iowa City
artist; for information, call 319-366-7503, http://www.crma.org, Sat
May 30 thru Thu Dec 31.
Katie Kiley - Mark Baker, printmaking by Kiley, sculpture by
Baker; for information, visit MidCoast.org, Mississippi Valley Welcome
Center, 900 Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire, IA, Mon Jun 1 thru Fri Jul 31.
Sally Gierke - Kit Fox Sayles, ceramics by Gierke, mixed media
by Sayles; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast at the i
wireless Center, 1201 River Dr., Moline, IL, Mon Jun 1 thru Fri Jul 31.
Sarah Robb - Colleen Curry, mixed media by Robb, fiber
works by Curry; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast Centre
Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, Mon Jun 1 thru Fri Jul 31.
Alice in Wonderland Conservatory Summer Display, $1
ages 16 and older, under 16 free; free admission on Tuesdays;
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Tue. - Sat.; for information, call 563-323-3298, Vander Veer
Botanical Center, 215 Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.
citydavenportiowa.com, 10am Tue Jun 2 thru Wed Sep 30.
Ned & Ade: Contemporaries in Liturgical Art, a look at
the contributions of Edward M. Catich and Ade Bethune from the
mid-40s through the mid-60s, with a focus on the updating and
modernizing of sacred art; free; for information, call 563-333-6251,
http://web.sau.edu/catich/, 11am Wed Jun 3 thru Fri Jul 24.
Oncology on Canvas, traveling exhibit of works by artists
diagnosed with cancer, their families, friends, caregivers, and health-
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care providers; for information, call 563-421-9263, Genesis Cancer
Care Institute, Pavilion 1, Genesis Medical Center, 1401 W. Central
Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.genesishealth.com, 12pm Mon Jun
8 thru Fri Jun 12. Tickets On Sale Now!
The Art Educators of Iowa/Des Moines Art Center Art
Camp Participants, for information, call 515-277-4405, Des BUY TICKETS AT THE ADLER THEATRE BOX OFFICE
Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, http://www. ALL TICKETMASTER OUTLETS
desmoinesartcenter.org, Tue Jun 16 thru Wed Jun 24. CHARGE-BY-PHONE: 800-745-3000
Fiber Invitational Exhibit, in conjunction with Grinnell, Iowa’s ORDER ONLINE AT TICKETMASTER.COM
Midwest Weavers’ Conference: In the Heartland; for information,
call 319-351-8686, Iowa Artisans Gallery, 207 E Washington St, Iowa A
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Tara Donovan, works by sculpture and installation artist; for
information, call 515- 277-4405, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand
Ave., Des Moines, IA, http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org, Fri Jun
19 thru Sun Sep 13.
Grant Wood: In Focus, a brief overview of the American
painter’s artistic achievements; for information, call 319-366-7503,
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA,
http://www.crma.org, Sat Jun 20 thru Sun Aug 16.
Under the Big Top: The Circus in Art, circus imagery from the
collection, featuring paintings by Marvin Cone and prints by Byron
Burford; for information, call 319-366-7503, Cedar Rapids Museum
of Art, 410 Third Ave., Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.crma.org, Sat
Jun 20 thru Sun Aug 16.
Pterodactyl Press Exhibition, samplings from printing
company in Cumberland, Iowa, featuring original woodcuts
by Monica Leo from the book “Marcel and the DIRTBALL”; for
information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry
Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, Sun Jun 28
thru Sun Aug 23.
Beth Peters - Silvia Engel, fiber works by Peters, jewelry by
Engel; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast Gallery West,
2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, Wed Jul 1 thru Mon Aug 31.
Debora Stewart - Karen Blomme - Partha Chinnasamy,
pastels and printmaking by Stewart, printmaking by Blomme, oils
and acrylics by Chinnasamy; for information, visit MidCoast.org,
MidCoast at the RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, Wed Jul 1
thru Mon Aug 31.
Displacement, works by University of Iowa Graduate students;
for information, call 309-793-1213, Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd
Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.quadcityarts.com, Wed Jul 1 thru
Mon Aug 31.
Group Show, for information, visit MidCoast.org, Midcast at
Bucktown, Suite 206, 225 E. 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
bucktownarts.com, Wed Jul 1 thru Mon Aug 31.
Catherine Jones Davies - Judy Bales, paintings by Jones
Davies, drawings by Bales; for information, call 309-793-1213,
Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
quadcityarts.com, Fri Jul 10 thru Fri Aug 21.
Paper Trail: A Decade of Aquisitions from the Walker Art
Center, for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W 2nd St, Davenport, IA, http://figgeart.org, 12pm Sat Jul 18 thru
Sat Sep 19.
Landscape References, digital paintings by Randy Richmond,
wood-turned vessels by Robert Wallace; for information, call 319-
351-8686, Iowa Artisans Gallery, 207 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA,
http://www.iowa-artisans-gallery.com, Fri Jul 24 thru Sun Aug 23.
Bill Wohlford - Kim McCool, thru Sept 30; multi-media by
Wohlford, porcelain by McCool; for information, visit MidCoast.org,
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MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr, Moline, IL, Sat Aug
1 thru Wed Sep 2.
David Genac - Linda Smith, photography by Genac, ceramics by
Smith; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast at the i wireless
Center, 1201 River Dr., Moline, IL, Sat Aug 1 thru Wed Sep 30.
Trent Foltz - Kelly Bissell, photography by Foltz, wood works
by Bissell; for information, visit MidCoast.org, Mississippi Valley
Welcome Center, 900 Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire, IA, Sat Aug 1 thru
Wed Sep 30.
Don Heggen - Carol Boehl Steinmetz - Brent Langley - Tricia
Coulson, watercolors by Heggen, Boehl Steinmetz, and Langley,
and sculpture by Coulson; for information, call 309-793-1213,
Quad City Arts Center, 1715 2nd Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
quadcityarts.com, Fri Aug 28 thru Fri, Oct 9.
Color in Freedom: Journey Along the Underground
Railroad, 50 paintings, etchings and drawings by Joseph Holston
created to capture the essence of the courage and determination
required to escape, and to enhance understanding of the
condition of slavery and the powerful instinct toward freedom; for
information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry
Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, Sun Aug
30 thru Sun Oct 25.
Catherine Jones Davies - Chuck Vitello - Treva Haney,
photography; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast at the
RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, Tue Sep 1 thru Sat Oct 31.
Mark Mess - John Spiteri, photography by Mess, ceramics by
Spiteri; for information, visit MidCoast.org, MidCoast Gallery West,
2nd Ave & 16 1/2 St, Rock Island, IL, Tue Sep 1 thru Sat Oct 31.
Union Group Show - Steven Carleson, with mixed media by
Carleson; for information, visit MidCoast.org, Midcoast at Bucktown
Suite 206, 225 E. 2nd St, Davenport, IA Tue Sep 1 thru Sat Oct 31.
CLASSES
Dawn’s Hide & Bead Away Open Studio Night, share beading
techniques and offer and receive technical assistance; participants
are welcome to bring their own materials, projects, and ideas; on
Wednesdays; for information, call 319-338-1566, Dawn’s Hide & Bead
Away, 220 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.dawnsbeads.
com, 4pm thru Wed Dec 30.
Scherenschnitte (Paper-Cutting) Class, conducted by
Cynthia Deitch; $10-$5; for information, call 563-322-8844 or e-mail
director@gahc.org, German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.org, 2pm Sat May 30.
Photography, Sundays thru June 28; with instructor Trent Foltz,
indoors and outdoors; $30/course; for information and to register,
call 309-794-0991, ext. 25, or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com, Quad
City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
qcgardens.com, 2pm Sun Jun 7.
7th Annual Summer All-State Art Camp, thru June 12; for
grades 10-12; for students interested in pursuing the visual arts
in college and those preparing portfolios for the AEI All-State
Competition; for information, contact Peggy Leonardo at 515-
271-0321 or e-mail pleonardo@desmoinesartcenter.org, Des
Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, http://www.
desmoinesartcenter.org, 9am Mon Jun 8.
Cartooning for Parent and Child, parents and kids start with
two simple shapes to develop cartoon hands, then by adding basic
shapes, will learn to draw complete figures; $31/person; to register,
call 309-796-4823, Black Hawk College Outreach Center, 301 Avenue
of the Cities, East Moline, IL, 6pm Mon Jun 8.
Get to Know: Alexander Calder, view and discuss the mobile
“Black Spread,” watch the short film “Calder’s Circus,” and create a circus
animal using wire; a smART Second Saturday event; free; to register,
call 515-271-0328, Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Ave., Des
Moines, IA, http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org, 10:15am Sat Jun 13.
Bento Boxes and Faux Sushi, view Japanese prints in the
museum, decorate a container with extravagant designs to create
a Japanese lunch box, and fill the box with sushi made from air-dry
clay; $5-$4; to register, call 515-271-0328, Des Moines Art Center,
4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, http://www.desmoinesartcenter.
org, 1pm Sun Jun 14.
Be Creative! - Drawing, learn to draw on the Leaning Campus;
for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
1pm Sat Jun 20.
Be Creative! - Painting, learn to paint on the Leaning Campus;
for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
1pm Sat Jun 27.
Creative Works!, basket-maker Pat Welti demonstrates how to
make baskets from greeting cards; create your own to take home,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu Jul 2.
Fabric Mosaics, 4-wk course with instructor Lori Miller, in the
reception hall and lobby; $30/course; for information and to register,
call 309-794-0991, ext. 25, or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com, Quad
City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
qcgardens.com, 2pm Sun Jul 5.
One-Stroke Painting Basics, with Vada Baker; no prior
experience needed; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 5:30pm Thu Jul 9.
Be Creative! - Clay Work, learn to work with clay on the
Leaning Campus; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jul 11.
One Stroke Garden and Rosebuds, with Vada Baker; no prior
experience needed; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 5:30pm Thu Jul 23.
Creative Works!, learn to knit or crochet in an hour with
volunteers from the library’s knitting club; all supplies provided,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu Aug 6.
One Stroke Floral Note Cards, with Vada Baker; no prior
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Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 5:30pm Thu Aug 6.
One Stroke Wooden Wall Plaque, with Vada Baker; no prior
experience needed; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 5:30pm Thu Aug 20.
CALLS FOR ENTRY
Exhibitors Wanted for 37th Annual Custer’s Last Stand,
seeking arts & crafts exhibitor and food vendor applications for
the 2009 festival of the arts on June 20 & 21; event features 350
nationally acclaimed artists, craftspeople, and antique dealers;
serves food from 28 restauranteurs; entertainment on three stages;
for an application, call 847-328-2204 or e-mail applications@
custerfair.com, http://www.custerfair.com, thru Fri Jun 19.
Artists and Venues Sought for Lesbian and Gay Pride
Month Celebration, area art galleries and venues encouraged
to showcase/sell/consign the work of LGBT artists in conjunction
with Pride Month and the June 27 “Winds of Change” Pride Fest;
for information, call Ruby Nancy at 563-391-9069 or e-mail ruby@
rubynancy.com, thru Tue Jun 30.
The Mad Potter Tea Pottery Contest, the winning teapots and
cups/saucers will be on display in Vander Veer Botanical Center’s
summertime “Alice in Wonderland” exhibit; for information, call 563-
355-4882, http://www.themadpotter.net, thru Wed Jul 15.
Mississippi River Summer Photo Contest, divisions for
advanced and amateur photographers, in categories of wildlife,
recreation, and landscape; all photos must be taken within the
boundaries of federal lands and waters in the Mississippi River;
awards for 1st-3rd place and honorable mention; photos will be
displayed and winners announced during an open house on Sept.
6; for a set of rules and to register, write Thomson Park Rangers, 823
Main St., P.O. Box 398, Thomson, IL, or call 815-259-3628, Thomson
Causeway, off Illinois 84, Thomson, IL, thru Sat Aug 29.
2010 Quad City Botanical Center Call for Entries, for
information, call 309-794-0991, ext. 30, Quad City Botanical Center,
2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, thru
Tue Sep 1.
Summer Reading Program Photo Contest, take a photo on
the theme “Connections”; prizes awarded for 1st place and runners-
up in Adult and Young Adult categories; for information, call 309-
736-5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 8 thru Sat Jul 18.
CONCERTS
Jason Reeves, pop/folk singer-songwriter and Iowa City native;
$19-$17; for tickets, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East
Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, 8pm Fri May 29.

War Brides
Trojan Women, at the Village Theatre through May 31
T
he Prenzie Players’ presentation of Euripides’ and Becky Wren – the other major characters are
The Trojan Women, adapted by Richard
Lattimore, runs just over an hour, and I can’t amount of stage time, and their actors do so with
imagine who would want it to last longer than that.
There’s so much anguish and grief on display, and
the material appears so deeply felt by director Jill
Sullivan-Bennin’s cast, that the production leaves
you not just haunted, but shaken; it’s questionable
whether either the actors or the audience could
endure two hours of such extreme emotional states.
Yet for a piece that offers no lightheartedness or employee) Stephanie Burrough delivers Helen’s
intentional humor,
and almost no
tonal reprieve
from its characters’
suffering,
this take on
Euripides’ classic
is an altogether
exhilarating piece
of theatre. Fiercely
acted and fearlessly
staged, the
Prenzies’ Trojan
Women (sans the
“The”) is frequently
painful, yet it’s that
good type of pain Samuel Javaherian and several Trojan Women
that you only find
in the arts – the type that wakes you up with a nearly of the gods, she’s utterly spellbinding, as vocally and
electric charge and clears the cobwebs from your
head. By Saturday’s curtain call, I was ready for the
experience to be over, but also so jazzed that I felt I increase exponentially, and you leave Trojan Women
could talk about it until the sun came up.
Euripides’ drama, roundly thought to be the
greatest anti-war meditation ever written, achieves
its effects through simplicity. Detailing the horrific
plight of the abducted and enslaved women of
Troy, The Trojan Women features no real plot to
speak of, and almost no subtext, yet its elemental
power is so strong that the play doesn’t need
either. This impassioned lament for the victims
of war has a devastating purity and economy, and
despite the scenic design (by the director and Cait
Bodenbender) that suggests Guantanamo Bay, the
Prenzies honor their material by playing it with a
universal truthfulness that hits you like a sucker
punch to the gut.
Nowhere is this more pronounced than in the
glorious, emotionally overwhelming portrayal
of Dee Canfield, who digs so thoroughly into
Queen Hecuba’s rage and despair that she seems
to represent the very soul of Greek tragedy. With
her richly expressive voice and sublime interpretive
skills, Canfield creates a splendidly tormented
Hecuba, yet the actress exudes so much performance
joy that you don’t suffer along with her character;
amidst the misery, Canfield conveys the unmitigated
delight a performer takes in mastering a tricky role.
(It’s only May, and it’s already been a remarkable
stage year for Canfield, who was also sensational
– given less taxing duties – in Playcrafters’ The
Mousetrap and the Green Room’s Steel Magnolias.)
Beyond Hecuba, the empathetic messenger
Talthybius (Scot Gehret, in a marvelously heartfelt
Prenzie debut), and Trojan Women’s chorus – the
first-rate ensemble of Nichole Adkins, Kim Gackle,
Kylie Jansen, Alaina Pascarella, Beth Woolley,
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designed to provide maximum impact in a minimal
outstanding conviction.
The lovely Amy Ferrar radiates exquisite maternal
ache as the tragically resigned Andromache, and
John Turner and Anne Javaherian fill their godly
roles of Poseidon and Athena with decidedly
humanistic feeling. Jeremy Mahr, ever focused, is an
impressively commanding Melelaus, while (Reader
explanation of
her treachery
with wickedly
understated guile;
without resorting
to any kind of
obviousness,
the slyly skillful
Burrough fashions
a ravishing figure
who’s ugly to the
core.
As for
Stephanie
Moeller’s
Cassandra, driven
mad by agony
and the cruelty
physically fervent as you could possibly want. With
each new Prenzie show, Moeller’s talents seem to
thinking there’s no classical ingénue role she couldn’t
knock out of the park. (I’d kill to see her take on
Ophelia and/or Cordelia. Preferably “and.”)
Over the course of 60-plus minutes,
Sullivan-Bennin stages an incredible variety of
memorable sequences and images: Cassandra’s
dance, illuminated by firelight and accompanied
by percussive beats and low-pitched hums;
Andromache embracing her young son (the
beautifully grave Samuel Javaherian) for the last
time; the wailing chorus involuntarily surging
forward at the threat of his execution. And that
wondrous technician Jennifer Kingry outdoes herself
with her lighting designs here. The blazing white
downlight on Cassandra’s contortions was intensely
effective, but the effects that demonstrated the
burning of Troy were damned near miraculous.
The Prenzie Players’ Trojan Women is a true
stunner, although I do have a gripe with the ad-
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libbed interjections thrown in during Helen’s
makeshift trial; the chorus’ collective anger is
understandable, but their need to individually
vocalize that anger by shouting “No!” and “Yeah!”
and, on Saturday, “Fuck yeah!” is less so. Prenzie
audiences are likely used to the group’s employment
of modern references within period storytelling,
but there are times when this technique is fitting
and times when it isn’t, and within the dramatically
precise scope of The Trojan Women, it simply isn’t.
All it does is pull you out of the moment (and
inspire a few unfortunate giggles), and in a show as
magnificent as this one, you don’t want to be pulled
out even for a second.
For more information, visit PrenziePlayers.com.
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The Diplomats of Solid Sound, presentation in the Friday

Night Concert Series; free; for information, call 319-337-7944,
Chill out with Weatherdance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210
S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/

Picasso and concerts/schedule, 6:30pm Fri May 29.

Choral Dynamics of Galesburg: Magical Musicals, a
retrospective of Broadway’s greatest hits from the ’20s to today,

Pollock this $15-$11.50, Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 3:30pm, for tickets, call 309-342-
2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www.
theorpheum.org, 7:30pm Fri May 29 thru Sun May 31.
summer. Chamber Music Quad Cities Concert, with guests Katinka
Kleijn on cello, Conor Nelson on flute, and Rebecca Albers on
viola; $10-$5; for information, call 309-797-0516, http://www.
chambermusicqc.com, 7:30pm Sat May 30.
Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning Centers: Spring Recitals,

SGTQRC@XR
featuring the students of Tina Chapman at 2pm, and the students of
Sylvia Hain at 5pm; free; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert
Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.
org, Sat May 30.

`ssgdEhffd Spring Pops Pre-Party, meet “The Music of Led Zeppelin” lead
singer Randy Jackson, conductor Brent Havens, and Greg Dwyer
of Dwyer & Michaels; grilled meats from Sunshine Concessions,
locally brewed beer from the Great River Brewery, and live music
Rs`qshmfItmd00 from Deadroots; for information, call 563-322-0931, Adler Theatre,
136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.qcsymphony.com, 5pm
Sat May 30.

Relax. Mingle. Explore. Quad City Symphony Orchestra Spring Pops - Featuring
the Music of Led Zeppelin, amplified with a full rock band and
vocals by Zebra’s lead singer Randy Jackson, under the direction of
A`qnodm¤4,8ol conductor/arranger Brent Havens; $50-$16; for information, call 563-
322-7276, http://www.qcsymphony.com, 7:30pm Sat May 30.
Ltrhb¤5,7ol'0rs%2qcSgtqrc`xr( Rick’s House of Hope Fine Arts Day & Concert, with live
music by Firesale and guests from the Davenport Junior Theatre
@qsS`kj¤6ol Mainstage Company; refreshments served; for information, call 563-
324-9580, Rick’s House of Hope, 4867 Forest Grove Dr., Bettendorf,
Find additional information about these short, informal gallery talks IA, 12pm Sat May 30.
at www.Þggeartmuseum.org. Metro Opera, for information, call 515-277-4405, Levitt
Auditorium - Des Moines Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des
Free with membership or museum admission. Moines, IA, http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org, 12pm Sun May 31.
Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning Centers: Spring Recitals,
featuring the students of Kimberly Beck at 1:30pm, the students
of Lieschen Mast at 3pm, and the students of Nancy Cree at 5pm;
free; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221 East
www.Þggeartmuseum.org ¥ 563.326.7804 Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, Sun May 31.
225 West Second St. ¥ Davenport, IA 52801 The Dubuque Colts and Colt Cadets “Cornfield Tour”
Exhibition, drum corps presents an exhibition and clinic; free; for
information, call 563-582-4872, DeWitt High School, DeWitt, IA,
http://www.colts.org, 7:30pm Thu Jun 4.
The Iowa City Community String Orchestra, free family
concerts at 9:30 & 11am, including performances of “The Giant Jam
FRIDAY, June 12 Sandwich,” a work for narrator and orchestra by Iowa native Philip
Wharton; conducted by Carey Bostian; for information, call 319-688-
5 p.m. to 11 p.m. 2653, ext 107, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA,
http://www.englert.org, Sat Jun 6.

SATURDAY, June 13 The Knox-Galesburg Symphony’s 24th Annual Concert

on the Lawn, under the direction of Bruce Polay; featuring soloists
11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Ian Pappas on percussion and Jonathan Pierce-Ruhland on violin;
includes selections from “Lord of the Rings,”“The Knox Hymn,”“Stars
and Stripes Forever,”“Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture,” and more; free;
NEW LOCATION!!! for information, call 309-341-7268, Knox College, Galesburg, IL,
http://www.knox.edu, 5pm Sat Jun 6.
ASSUMPTION GREEK German American Heritage Center Zither Ensemble
Summer Concert, for information, call 563-322-8844 or e-mail
ORTHODOX CHURCH director@gahc.org, German American Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.org, 2pm Sun Jun 7.
4900 Kennedy Drive, East Moline
FREE ADMISSION
NEW!!! Drive thru for carry out meals!
Authentic Greek Food and Pastries!
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Exhibition, drum corps presents an exhibition and clinic; free; for
information, call 563-582-4872, Galena, Galena, http://www.colts.
org, 7:30pm Mon Jun 8.
The Glenn Miller Orchestra, big-band music with legendary
ensemble; $37-$27; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center,
201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com,
7pm Tue Jun 9.
The Glenn Miller Orchestra, with music director and
trombonist Larry O’Brien; $30-$25; for information and tickets, call
309-756-4600, Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, I-280 & I-92, Rock Island, IL,
http://www.jumerscasinohotel.com, 7pm Wed Jun 10.
The Lettermen in Concert: The Legend Continues, legendary
pop performers; 11:45am doors, noon lunch, 1pm concert; for
tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse,
1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, 1pm Wed
Jun 10.
The Lettermen featuring Classic Songs from the Movies
and Broadway, legendary pop performers in concert; 5:45pm
doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; for tickets, call 309-786-7733,
extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island,
IL, http://www.circa21.com, 7:15pm Wed Jun 10.
The Lettermen - Live by Request, legendary pop performers
in concert; an informal evening with audience interaction and song
requests (request songs at lmnsoc@zoominternet.net); 5:45pm
doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; for tickets, call 309-786-7733,
extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island,
IL, http://www.circa21.com, 7:15pm Thu Jun 11.
Beaker Brothers, presentation in the Friday Night Concert
Series; free; for information, call 319-337-7944, Weatherdance
Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St.,
Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/concerts/schedule,
6:30pm Fri Jun 12.
Brown Bag Lunch Series: Andrew Landers, grassroots
folk & blues; free, with coffee provided by Dewey’s Cafe; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, 12:15pm Fri Jun 12.
The Lettermen in Concert: The Legend Continues, legendary
pop performers; 5:40pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; for
tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse,
1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, 7:15pm Fri
Jun 12.
Wayne Newton, “Mr. Las Vegas” in concert; $35-$54; for tickets,
call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://
www.adlertheatre.com, 8pm Fri Jun 12.
Gumbo Ya Ya, annual celebration of Caribbean music and
culture; Fri 5pm gates, Sat noon gates; for information, call 309-788-
6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http://
www.ridistrict.com, Fri Jun 12 and Sat Jun 13.
A Night at the Opera, beloved pieces performed by Opera
@ Augustana; donations accepted; for information, visit Genesius.
org, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, 8pm Fri Jun 12
thru Sun Jun 14.
The Dubuque Colts and Colt Cadets “Cornfield Tour”
Exhibition, drum corps presents an exhibition and clinic; free; for
information, call 563-582-4872, Rock Island High School, 2101 6th
Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.colts.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 13.
The Lettermen Sing the Best of Broadway, legendary pop
performers in concert; 5:40pm doors, 6pm dinner, 7:15pm show; for
tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse,
1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, 7:15pm Sat
Jun 13.
Second Sunday Summer Concert Series: Cruisin’ (6pm),
60’s rock ’n’ roll; free; for information, call 563-260-2772, Pearl Plaza,
208 W. 2nd St., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartscouncil.org,
6pm Sun Jun 14.
O.A.R., acclaimed rockers in their “This Town Tour”; with opening
act The Wailers; $35; for tickets, call 563-326-8555, Adler Theatre,
136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, 7:30pm
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4th Annual Teen Battle of the Bands Concert, competing
for cash prizes; for information, call 563-326-7893, Fairmount
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Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
blogs.davenportlibrary.com/teens, 5pm Wed Jun 17.
Music on the Lawn: Kathleen Gibson, children’s-
music performer; at 9:30am & 1pm; free, but reservations
required; for information, call 309-765-7971 or e-mail gsmall@
butterworthcenter.com, Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817 11th
Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.butterworthcenter.com, Wed Jun 17.
An Evening with Rachel West Kramer featuring Jairu
Aviku and For Heaven’s Sake, gospel classics and originals, and
songs from the evangelical singer’s latest CD release “Redeeming
Love”; $12-$6; for information, call 309-342-2299, Orpheum
Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www.theorpheum.
org, 7pm Fri Jun 19.
Echoes of Ireland: The Musical, a blend of the spoken
words of Pulitzer Prize winner Frank McCourt and author Malachy
McCourt and music & dance ensemble The Magic of Ireland;
$50-$30; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, 7:30pm Fri Jun 19.
The Recliners - The Awful Purdies, presentation in the
Friday Night Concert Series; free; for information, call 319-337-
7944, Weatherdance Fountain Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel,
210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.
org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm Fri Jun 19.
Rock the District, presented by the Daiquiri Factory; for
information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2
St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.daiquirifactory.com, 7pm Fri Jun
19 and Sat Jun 20.
Be Bop Before the Doo Wop, pre-show party featuring a
meet-and-greet with the artists performing in that evening’s Adler
Theatre concert; ’50s- & ’60s-era food and beverages; included
with $67 VIP concert ticket; for information, contact Jenny Hager
at 309-736-6633 or jhager@bethany-qc.org, RiverCenter, 136 E.
3rd St, Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, 5pm Sat
Jun 20.
The Ultimate Doo-Wop Show, benefit for Bethany for
Children and Families, featuring the Drifters w/ Charlie Thomas,
Jimmy Clanton, Kathy Young, The Original Spaniels, The Eldorados,
Daddy G & the Church Street Five, the Edsels, and the Flat Cats;
$67-$27; for tickets, call 563-326-8555, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.bethany-qc.org, 7:30pm Sat Jun 20.
The Dani Lynn Howe Band, classic and contemporary rock
and country; free; for information, call 309-736-5737, Moline
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 22.
The Mormon Tabernacle Choir, $25-$75; for tickets, call
515-243-1888, Wells Fargo Arena, 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA, Mon
Jun 22.
Heart, with Ann and Nancy Wilson; $35 & $65; for tickets, call
877-677-3456, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway
22, Riverside, IA, http://www.riversidecasinoandresort.com, 8pm
Fri Jun 26.
Jazz Camp Combos - Iowa Summer Music Camp Jazz
Bands, presentation in the Friday Night Concert Series; free; for
information, call 319-337-7944, Weatherdance Fountain Stage,
outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA,
http://www.summerofthearts.org, 6:30pm Fri Jun 26.
Let’s Get Creative with the Bucket Boys, percussion
duo in concert; beginning with an ice cream social at 6:45pm,
followed by 6:45pm concert; bring a blanket and lawn chairs; for
information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.
com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 26.
Dubuque Symphony Independence Pops Concert, with
a 7:30pm performance by the Colts & Cadets drum corps, and an
8pm concert with the Dubuque Symphony; free; for tickets, call
563-557-1677, Dubuque, Dubuque, IA, http://www.colts.org, 6pm
Sat Jun 27.
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A Fine Line Between
Serious and Clever
Dent May & His Magnificent Ukulele, May 29 at RIBCO
T
he debut
album The
Good Feeling
Music of Dent May
& His Magnificent
Ukulele begins
with an a cappella
number called
“Welcome” that
starts, “Welcome
to my record /
Welcome to the
show.”
The second
track features
vocals mimicking
electronic bleeps
before the ukulele
actually shows up,
and the lyrics begin,
“Every Tuesday, and
every other Friday
or so ... .” The voice
is clear, confident, and forward, not at all
the tentative instrument one might expect
with indie-pop music defined by the
miniature guitar.
The charm is the tricky mix of sincerity,
oddity, and humor. Dent May, who hails
from Mississippi and wears glasses with
huge circle lenses, looks like a nerd but
sings and plays like someone who has no
doubt that he’s the coolest person in the
room. And he pulls it off, generating a big
buzz with the album (released in February
on Animal Collective’s Paw Tracks label)
and his SXSW appearances in March. He’ll
perform at RIBCO in a Daytrotter.com
show on Friday.
One chorus drips with condescension
but also plays like a straightforward plea:
“College town boy / Get off your ass and
do something / College town boy / How
does it feel to be nothing?” It’s telling that
the song’s closing follows that last line with
“I wouldn’t know.”
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“Sometimes there isn’t that big of a
difference” between the serious and the
funny, May said in a phone interview this
week. “The songs are really sincere, they’re
very personal, [and] at the same time ... I
don’t really take things too seriously.”
It’s not so much finding the right
tone but balancing the tones. May
acknowledged that the ukulele gives him
a novelty appeal, and he doesn’t deny
that his songs are often arch, but he’s
also earnest. There’s something lovingly
ambiguous about the man and his music.
Although May said he’s played the
16 ukulele most of his life, it only became part
by Jeff Ignatius
jeff@rcreader.com
of his musical
identity a few
years ago. The
reasons, he said,
were practical.
“I like it
because it’s small
and portable,” he
said. “I knew I
wanted to travel
a lot, and it’s easy
to play, as well.
I was tired of
lugging around
amps and guitars
and stuff.”
The
instrument also
spurred him
creatively. “I
was kind of in
a little rut with
songwriting,” he said. “A lot of times ...
you’ve got to challenge yourself in some
way. So I was kind of like, ‘I’ll just pick up
this ukulele.’ ...
“It’s kind of like the unfamiliarity with
the chords ... . Once you’ve been playing
guitar for eight years, you pick up a guitar
and you play the same chords. When you
pick up a new instrument, you’re a little
unfamiliar, you’re figuring it out. Exploring
often opens the floodgates for me.”
May isn’t defined by his primary
instrument, however, and as Dent Sweat he
has put together dance tracks. He has since
decided to put all his projects under the
Dent May banner, and he also said that his
next album might surprise his audience.
“It’s similar but more diverse
instrumentation,” he said. “Sort of a
little more of an R&B vibe, some more
electronics and stuff. ... I’ll definitely throw
some ukulele on there, for sure, but it
won’t be the central focus of the record,
probably.”
The Second Round of
And I’m nearly certain that he’ll succeed.
Voting Begins June 1
Dent May & His Magnficent Ukulele will
perform on Friday, May 29, at RIBCO
(1815 Second Avenue, Rock Island). The bill
also features Cass McCombs, Mondo Drag, Look for a ballot in the
and Id Pyramid. The all-ages show starts at
8 p.m., and admission is $6. River Cities Reader or on
RiverCitiesReader.com
To listen to Dent May’s Daytrotter session,
visit Daytrotter.com/dt/dent-may-and-his-
magnificent-ukulele-concert/20030633-
3737927.html. For more information
on May, visit MySpace.com/dentmay or
DentMay.blogspot.com.
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210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA,
Theatre Fri Aug 14. rivercityradiohour.us, thru Thu Dec 31.

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http://www.summerofthearts.
org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm
Keith Urban, country superstar performing with Taylor Swift; Fri Jul 24.
$75-$20; for tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com, i wireless Center, 1201 Wells Fargo Street Festival,
River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:30pm Sun annual festival held in conjunction
Gary Allen & Chuck Scholarship Assistance Available for Rock Camp USA, funds
Comedies and Dramas Wicks @ the Iowa State Fair, available for three summer music sessions through the Genesis
for information, call 800-545- Health System, the Moline Foundation, and the Karli Rose Kell
May through August FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Music Scholarship Fund; for information, contact Ellis Kell at ellis@
Des Moines, IA, http://www. rockcampusa.com; include pertinent information explaining why

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Jun 28. with the Bix 7 Road Race; good, iowastatefair.org, 8pm Fri Aug 14. you are requesting scholarship assistance, River Music Experience,
Quartrio: Summer Fancy, Salon Classic House string-quartet live music, and over 100 arts ooking The Burlington Street 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, http://www.rivermusicexperience.org,
concerts at the home of Jerry and Jennifer Henry, with Sarah Cullen & crafts vendors with a variety over this Bluegrass Band, presentation in thru Sat May 30.
and Jerry Henry on violin, Julie Marston on viola, and Michael of handmade wares; Fri 10am- the Friday Night Concert Series; Call for Entries: 4th Annual Teen Battle of the Bands,
midnight, Sat 9am-midnight; summer’s roster free; for information, call 319-337- singers, songwriters, and bands are encouraged to compete in
Wahlmann on cello; classics and seasonal favorites in an intimate
setting - featuring Haydn’s “Horseman” quartet - with complimentary on 2nd Street; free, Downtown of area plays, 7944, Weatherdance Fountain June 17’s outdoor battle at the Fairmount Street Library; $20 entry
Davenport, Davenport, IA, http:// Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, fee; win up to $300; entry forms available at both library locations,
hors d’oeuvres; doors open and salon parties begin at 2 or 6:30pm,
www.downtowndavenport.com, it appears 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, thru Wed Jun 10.
live music begins at 2 or 7pm, formal concerts begin at 3:30 or
8pm; for information and tickets, call 563-289-3315, 28006 230th St, Fri Jul 24 and Sat Jul 25. as though it http://www.summerofthearts. Crossroads Music Showcase Performance, accepting
Dennis McMurrin & the org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm submissions via Sonicbirds for music showcase on Dec. 4 at Court
LeClaire, IA, http://www.quartrio.com, Sun Jun 28.
Demolition Band, presentation
covers every Fri Aug 14. Center; up to 20 slots available for showcase featuring over 1,000
Music on the March, featuring the Dubuque Colt Cadets
in the Friday Night Concert Series; conceivable Eddie Staver III, and Peter Frampton & the Gin attendees; all genres accepted, no cover bands; Downtown Des
and over 1,200 young performers competing in a drum-corps
spectacular on Dalzell Field; $36-$12; for tickets, call 563-582-4872, free; for information, call 319-337- reason to go Denise Yoder in Blossoms @ the Iowa State Moines, Des Moines, IA, http://www.sonicbirds.com/crossroadsiowa,
7944, Weatherdance Fountain Fair, for information, call 800- thru Sat Jun 20.
Dubuque Senior High School, 1800 Clarke Dr., Dubuque, IA, http://
Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, to the theatre: Oedipus Rex 545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Rock Camp USA, seeking applications for two-week summer
www.colts.org, 6:30pm Tue Jun 30.
Staind - Shinedown - Chevelle - Halestorm, for tickets, call 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, There are stage presentations designed Des Moines, IA, http://www. camps culminating with young rockers giving a live performance
http://www.summerofthearts. iowastatefair.org, 8pm Sat Aug 15. in a professional venue; sessions held June 15 - 27, July 6 - 18,
800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL,
org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm to make you laugh, to make you cry, to Big and Rich w/ Cowboy and July 20 - Aug 1; rehearsals at Christ United Methodist Church,
http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, Wed Jul 1.
2009 I.H. Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, annual blues Fri Jul 31. make you think, and to scare the living Troy & Candy Coburn @ the performances in the Redstone Room; for information, call 563-
Music on the March 2, Iowa State Fair, for information, 326-1333, ext 113 or e-mail Ellis Kell at ellis@rockcampusa.com,
celebration, featuring nearly three dozen musical acts performing
featuring the Dubuque Colt crap out of you. Geneseo’s Richmond call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State River Music Experience, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
on two stages; vendors, workshops, children’s activities; for
information, call 563-322-5837, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Cadets in the annual DCI Open Hill Barn Theatre wraps up its beloved Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA, rivermusicexperience.org, thru Sat Jul 11.
Class Drum Corps Competition; http://www.iowastatefair.org, 8pm Ars Nova Vocal Academy Accepting Students, specializing
Davenport, IA, http://www.mvbs.org, Thu Jul 2 thru Sat Jul 4.
$12; for tickets, call 563-582-4872,
Pazinski-family trilogy with the comedic Sun Aug 16. in the proper technique of musical theatre singing, as well as
2nd Annual 2009 80/35 Music Festival, more than 40 acts
over two days, Western Gateway Park, Des Moines, IA, http:// Dubuque Senior High School, drama The Last Mass at St. Casimir’s Bret Michaels @ the Iowa the classics; private lessons available mornings & evenings; for
www.80-35.com, Fri Jul 3 and Sat Jul 4. 1800 Clarke Dr., Dubuque, IA, (opening June 11) before treating State Fair, for information, information, call 309-292-1866 or e-mail arsnovavocal@yahoo.com,
Big River Brass Band, free concert in the park, Lincoln Park, http://www.colts.org, 6:30pm Fri call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State thru Thu Dec 31.
Jul 31. audiences to the farcical Busy Body Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA, Karli Rose Kell Music Scholarship Fund, proceeds from new
11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.genesius.org, 8pm
Fri Jul 3 and Sat Jul 4. RIBCO’s 30th Anniversary (July 9) and heartbreaking Rabbit Hole http://www.iowastatefair.org, 8pm Ellis Kell CD to benefit area youth needing financial assistance in
Bash, for information, call 309- Mon Aug 17. pursuing their musical passions; for information, call 563-326-1333,
Toyota-Scion of Iowa City Jazz Festival, performances by
793-1999, RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., (August 13), and Moline’s Playcrafters Shinedown @ the Iowa State ext 113, River Music Experience, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, http://
more than two dozen local, national, and youth bands on four
separate stages; for information, call 319-337-7944, Downtown Rock Island, IL, http://www.ribco. Barn Theatre delivers the first production Fair, for information, call 800- www.rivermusicexperience.org, thru Thu Dec 31.
com, Fri Jul 31 and Sat Aug 1. 545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Mojo’s Seeks Local Performers, seeking individuals,
Iowa City, Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/JazzFest/
Manny B & the Rhythm
in its Diversity Initiative with Lorraine Des Moines, IA, http://www. school groups, and bands to perform on the community stage;
schedule, Fri Jul 3 thru Sun Jul 5.
Dubuque Summer Band and Colt Cadets Concert, drum Nights, a blend of comedy, Hansberry’s African-American drama A iowastatefair.org, 8pm Thu basic sound system and limited house musical equipment
corps performance; free; for information, call 563-582-4872, audience participation, soulful Raisin in the Sun (July 10). The Clinton Aug 20. available; for information, call Anne Helms at 563-326-1333, ext
Dubuque, Dubuque, IA, http://www.colts.org, 7:30pm Thu Jul 9. rock, and rhythm & blues; a Brooks and Dunn & Jamey 104 or e-mail ahelms@rivermusicexperience.org, http://www.
Branson on the Road, for information and tickets, call 1-800- presentation in the annual Music Area Showboat Theatre produces one- Johnson @ the Iowa State Fair, rivermusicexperience.org, thru Thu Dec 31.
35AMANA or visit OldCreamery.com, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th on the Green Concert Series, on acts by David Mamet, Elaine May, and for information, call 800-545- Vocal Lessons with Sunshine, private lessons available
the recreation field adjacent to FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, by appointment; for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s
Ave., Amana, IA, Thu Jul 9 thru Sun Jul 12.
the inn; free; food and beverages Woody Allen in Death Defying Acts (June Des Moines, IA, http://www. Performing Arts Studio & Resale Store, 1303 30th Ave., Rock Island,
Euforquestra, presentation in the Friday Night Concert Series;
free; for information, call 319-337-7944, Weatherdance Fountain available for purchase; for 18) and a full-length Tony winner in Neil iowastatefair.org, 8pm Fri Aug 21. IL, thru Thu Dec 31.
information, call Barbara Sue Orchestra Alto Maiz, Jake’s Group Guitar: Beginners, 6-wk session with veteran
Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City,
Schubert at 815-776-5059, Eagle Simon’s Biloxi Blues (July 23), while Mt. presentation in the Friday guitarist Jake Shoulak, for ages 8 and up; $100; to register, call 563-
IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm
Fri Jul 10. Ridge Resort & Spa, 444 Eagle Carroll’s Timber Lake Playhouse provides Night Concert Series; free; for 326-1333, ext. 113 or e-mail Ellis Kell at ekell@rivermusicexperience.
Ridge Dr, Galena, IL, http://www. information, call 319-337-7944, org, River Music Experience, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Duck Soup, rockers host the John Deere Classic After-Party;
eagleridge.com, 6pm Sat Aug 1.
cackles with Lend Me a Tenor (June 18) Weatherdance Fountain Stage, rivermusicexperience.org, 5:45pm Thu May 28.
expect music, comedy, golf, and mayhem; 6:30pm doors, 7:30pm
music; $20/person, $30/weekend pass; for information, call 563- 9th Annual Midwest Folk and shivers with Wait Until Dark (July outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 Jake’s Group Guitar: Intermediate, 6-wk session with veteran
326-8820, Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Festival, showcasing the music 16). The Quad Cities’ Riverbend Theatre S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, guitarist Jake Shoulak, for ages 8 and up; $100; to register, call 563-
thecapdavenport, 6:30pm Fri Jul 10 and Sat Jul 11. and dance styles of a siverse group http://www.summerofthearts. 326-1333, ext. 113 or e-mail Ellis Kell at ekell@rivermusicexperience.
of ethnic and folk artists from the Collective presents an anti-Love Letters org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm org, River Music Experience, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Second Sunday Summer Concert Series: The Fry Daddies,
country, rock, blues, and folk; free; for information, call 563-260- region; works by approximately a in the two-character comedy Hate Mail Fri Aug 21. rivermusicexperience.org, 7:30pm Thu May 28.
dozen artists, hands-on activities, River Roots Live, annual Drum Master Class w/ Terry G. Hanson and Wes Weeber,
2772, Pearl Plaza, 208 W. 2nd St., Muscatine, IA, http://www.
and more; for information, call (August 21), WQPT-TV’s Lora Adams outdoor live music festival, and a featuring guests Jeff Ocheltree (drum tech-builder) and Dave Cox
muscatineartscouncil.org, 6pm Sun Jul 12.
Music on the Lawn: Steve’s Songs, with entertainer Steve 312-814-6740 or e-mail susan. directs the off-Broadway hit The Boys Next great selection of award-winning (bassist); free; for information, call 309-764-9300, West Music Quad
dickson@illinois.gov, Bishop barbecue from local and national Cities, 4305 44th Ave, Moline, IL, http://www.westmusic.com, 1pm
Couch; public concert at 7pm, reservations required for 9:30am &
Hill, Bishop Hill, IL, http://www.
Door (July 10), and Davenport’s Harrison vendors; Fri 5pm-midnight, Sat Sat May 30.
1pm performances; free; for information, call 309-765-7971 or e-mail
gsmall@butterworthcenter.com, Deere-Wiman Carriage House, bishophill.com, Sat Aug 1. Hilltop Theatre stages the Eugene O’Neill 11am-midnight, LeClaire Park, Peter Ecklund: Bix’s Golden Tone, a seminar in conjunction
817 11th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.butterworthcenter.com, Wed DCI World Championships masterpiece Long Day’s Journey Into River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, with the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival; for information, call
Jul 15. Quarterfinals Competition, http://www.downtowndavenport. 888-BIX-LIVS or 563-324-7170, or e-mail info@bixsociety.org, Clarion
Umphrey’s McGee, popular alt-rockers in concert; for tickets, drum corps performance, Night (August 20), the bleak comedy com, Fri Aug 21 and Sat Aug 22. Hotel & Conference Center, 5202 Brady St., Davenport, IA, http://
call 563-326-8820, Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, featuring the top 17 corps in the Huddersfield (June 11), and the Greek Kelly Clarkson @ the Iowa www.bixsociety.org/index.htm, 11:15am Fri Jul 24.
world; for tickets, call 563-582- State Fair, for information, Randy Sandke & Vince Giordano: The Art of Arranging
http://www.thecapdavenport, Thu Jul 16.
7827, Dubuque, IA, http://www. drama of Oedipus Rex (May 28). And call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State in Bix’s Era, a seminar in conjunction with the Bix Beiderbecke
B.F. Burt, presentation in the Friday Night Concert Series; free;
for information, call 319-337-7944, Weatherdance Fountain Stage, dci.org, 4:45pm Thu Aug 6. speaking of Greek drama, Genesius Guild Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA, Memorial Jazz Festival; for information, call 888-BIX-LIVS or 563-
New Beat Society, http://www.iowastatefair.org, 8pm 324-7170, or e-mail info@bixsociety.org, Clarion Hotel & Conference
outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, http://
presentation in the Friday opens its season of plays with Hecuba Sat Aug 22. Center, 5202 Brady St., Davenport, IA, http://www.bixsociety.org/
www.summerofthearts.org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm Fri Jul 17.
Camp Euforia Music Festival, 6th annual independent music Night Concert Series; free; for (June 20), follows Euripides’ classic with Journey & Heart @ the index.htm, 10am Fri Jul 24.
information, call 319-337-7944, Iowa State Fair, for information, Randy Sandke: Bix as a Pioneer in Race Relations, a seminar
festival, featuring performances by Samba Nosso, Uniphonics,
Weatherdance Fountain Stage,
Shakespeare’s Henry VI: Part I (July 10) call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State in conjunction with the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival;
Euforquestra, Heatbox, Bumpus, Cornmeal, and more, Camp
Euforia, 5335 Utah Ave SE, Lone Tree, IA, http://www.myspace. outside the Sheraton Hotel, 210 and Part II (July 17), and closes with the Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA, for information, call 888-BIX-LIVS or 563-324-7170, or e-mail info@
com/campeuforia, Fri Jul 17 and Sat Jul 18. S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, traditional Don Wooten burlesque, this http://www.iowastatefair.org, 8pm bixsociety.org, Clarion Hotel & Conference Center, 5202 Brady St.,
Rock the District II, presented by the Daiquiri Factory; for http://www.summerofthearts. Sun Aug 23. Davenport, IA, http://www.bixsociety.org/index.htm, 5pm Fri Jul
org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm time of Aristophanes’ Thesmophoriazusae Public Property, presentation 24.
information, call 309-788-6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2
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St., Rock Island, IL, http://www.daiquirifactory.com, 7pm Fri Jul 17,
7pm Sat Jul 18.
Greg Brown, popular singer-songwriter; for tickets, call 800-
35AMANA, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://
www.oldcreamery.com, Sat Jul 18.
The David Crowder Band, Christian electronic rock and
worship band; with guest Andrew Landers; $32-$17; for tickets, call
563-326-8522, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://
www.adlertheatre.com, 6pm Sun Jul 19.
Dubuque Colt Cadets Concert, drum corps performance; free;
for information, call 563-582-4872, Dubuque, Dubuque, IA, http://
www.colts.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 22.
Lil Rev, award-winning multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and
music historian with “The Jews of Tin Pan Alley”; for information, call
309-736-5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://
www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Thu Jul 23.
Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival, annual celebration
of legendary jazz figure; concerts at numerous area venues,
presentations, lectures, and more; for information, call 888-BIX-
LIVS or 563-324-7170, or e-mail info@bixsociety.org, http://www.
bixsociety.org/index.htm, Thu Jul 23 thru Sun Jul 26.
Blue Cat Alley, presentation in the Friday Night Concert Series;
free; for information, call 319-337-7944, Weatherdance Fountain
Fri Aug 7. in the Friday Night Concert Series; Clinic @ Clarion: Wally’s Warehouse Waifs, in conjunction
Rock the River Tour, free; for information, call 319-337- with the Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival; for information, call
Christian-music celebration pronounces Thesmophoriazusae correctly 7944, Weatherdance Fountain 888-BIX-LIVS or 563-324-7170, or e-mail info@bixsociety.org, Clarion
featuring performances by will receive free admission to the Lincoln Stage, outside the Sheraton Hotel, Hotel & Conference Center, 5202 Brady St., Davenport, IA, http://
Flyleaf, The Afters, GRITS, and 210 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, www.bixsociety.org/index.htm, 3pm Sat Jul 25.
Fireflight; $10 at the gate,
Park performance. http://www.summerofthearts. Scott Black: More Gems from the Phil Evans and Scott
http://www.billygraham.org/ – Mike Schulz org/concerts/schedule, 6:30pm Black Collection, seminar in conjunction with the Bix Beiderbecke
RTR/RockTheRiver.asp, 3:30pm Fri Aug 28. Memorial Jazz Festival; for information, call 888-BIX-LIVS or 563-
Sat Aug 8. Styx, classic rockers; $35 & $65; 324-7170, or e-mail info@bixsociety.org, Clarion Hotel & Conference
Second Sunday Summer Concert Series: River City Big for tickets, call 877-677-3456, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Center, 5202 Brady St., Davenport, IA, http://www.bixsociety.org/
Band, free; for information, call 563-260-2772, Pearl Plaza, 208 W. Highway 22, Riverside, IA, http://www.riversidecasinoandresort.com, index.htm, 5pm Sat Jul 25.
2nd St., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartscouncil.org, 6pm 8pm Sat Aug 29.
Sun Aug 9. Susan McPeters - Quad City Brass Quintet, performing for
Steven Curtis Chapman & Jeremy Camp @ the Iowa State the 80th anniversary of the Graf Zeppelin airship’s visit to Davenport;
Fair, for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des also with poetry and story readings; food and refreshments
Moines, IA, http://www.iowastatefair.org, 8pm Thu Aug 13. available; free; for information, e-mail schuetzenpark@aol.com,
Ya Maka My Weekend, annual music festival, with Schuetzen Park Historic Site, 700 Waverly Rd, Davenport, IA, Sat READINGS & DISCUSSIONS
The Shack, a discussion of William P. Young’s book, with the
performances on two district stages; for information, call 309-788- Aug 29.
Network Book Club; for information, e-mail Denielle at denielle-
6311, The District of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL, http:// CALLS FOR ENTRY deloe@yahoo.com, 6:30pm Wed May 27.
www.ridistrict.com, Fri Aug 14 and Sat Aug 15. River City Radio Hour, seeking local talent for program on
Demi Lovato, the Disney Channel’s teen sensation performing Out Loud Poetry & Prose Readings, for information, call
every third Friday of the month; narrative/short stories on what
with special guest David Archuleta; $39-50-$49.50; for tickets, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303,
it’s like to live in the river cities, interwoven with music, theatre,
800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http:// Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 7pm Thu
dance, and comedy; compensation provided; for information, call
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call 563-324-1410, Rogalski Center
Music Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www. David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call
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Michael McCarty & Mark McLaughlin’s Monster “May-
Hem” Pre-Bram Stoker Award Book Signing, authors sign the 6pm Fri Jun 26.
Hero Street USA, author
novel “Monster Behind the Wheel” and the poetry collection “Attack
of the Two-Headed Poetry Monster,” both on the final ballot for June Marc Wilson discusses his book
13’s Bram Stoker Awards in Burbank, California, Midwest Writing “Hero Street USA: The Story of
2009 IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival WedRed
LeClaire Park
Thursday, July 2, through Saturday, July 4 You,
midwestwritingcenter.org, 8:30am
Jun 24.
Flags in Queries and
Writing Techniques That Label
Sharene Martin-Brown on
the Machete Theory of Editing and
Revision; a workshop in the Midwest
563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA,
http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 4:30pm Thu Jun 25.
How to Use the Machete Theory of Revision (without
killing your story), Sharene Martin-Brown on whacking out
words, sentences, passages, and entire chapters; a workshop in the
Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-
$65; for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518

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Little Mexico’s Fallen Soldiers,” Writing Center’s David R. Collins W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.geocities.
and the history of Hero Street in
ou have Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for 8:30am Fri Jun 26.
com/mccartyzone, 6pm Fri May 29.
Michael McCarty & Mark McLaughlin’s Monster “May- Silvis; for information, call 309-736- every information, call 563-324-1410, In the Balance: Poetry with Roots and Wings; Part III, Sarah
Hem” Pre-Bram Stoker Award Book Signing, authors sign the 5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 reason to expect St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Gardner on the balance between concrete details and ideas, and
novel “Monster Behind the Wheel” and the poetry collection “Attack 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www. reading and writing poems that weave both together; a workshop
of the Two-Headed Poetry Monster,” both on the final ballot for molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue fireworks from midwestwritingcenter.org, 10:15am in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’ Conference;
June 13’s Bram Stoker Awards in Burbank, California, Borders Books, Jun 30. this year’s IH Wed Jun 24. $75-$65; for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University,
Music & Cafe, 4000 E. 53rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.geocities. Yankee Women: Gender Writing Creative Nonfiction: 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
com/mccartyzone, 2pm Sat May 30. Battles in the Civil War, a Civil Mississippi Artful Memoirs, Histories, 2:45pm Fri Jun 26.
Elizabeth Berg, author reads from her works and signs her War Book Discussion of Elizabeth Valley Blues Essays, and More; Part I, The Three C’s of Publishing: Craft, Credits, and Contracts,
latest novel, “Home Safe”; for information, call 309-736-5737, Moline D. Leonard’s book; free; for Barbara Lounsberry on the current Robert Brown and Sharene Martin-Brown discuss how agents
information, call 309-736-5737,
Festival, and Dee Alexander excitement of literary nonfiction, view the writing craft, identify legitimate publishing credits, and
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
com, 1pm Wed Jun 3. Moline Public Library, 3210 not just because ending with a showcase of scenic highlight some of the main points in literary contracts of which
Elizabeth Berg, author signs copies of her new novel “Home 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. the three-day celebration ends on the construction; a workshop in the every professional author should be aware; a workshop in the
Safe”; for information, call 563-445-9760, Barnes & Noble, 320 W molinelibrary.com, 7pm Thu Jul 9. Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-
Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA, http://store-locator.barnesandnoble. Short & Sweets Book Club, Fourth of July. For the 25th-anniversary Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; $65; for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518
com/store/2970, 7pm Wed Jun 3. discuss a short story while eating edition of this beloved Quad Cities for information, call 563-324-1410, W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
Michael Perry, author reads from his novel “Coop: A Year of delicious sweets; free, Fairmount St. Ambrose University, 518 W. 10:15am Fri Jun 26.
Poultry, Pigs, and Parenting”; free, Prairie Lights Bookstore, 15 S. Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount event, taking place in LeClaire Park July Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www. Writing Creative Nonfiction: Artful Memoirs, Histories,
Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.prairielights.com, 7pm Thu St., Davenport, IA, http://www. 2 through 4, organizers have rounded midwestwritingcenter.org, 1pm Essays, and More; Part III, Barbara Lounsberry on the current
Jun 4. davenportlibrary.com, 10am Mon Wed Jun 24. excitement of literary nonfiction, focusing on ethical and legal
Janet Burroway, author reads from her novel “Bridge of Sand”; Jul 13. up a staggering list of blues acts – nearly Writing for Young Adults: issues that confront those who write about real people, places, and
free, Prairie Lights Bookstore, 15 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, http:// Iowa City Book Festival, 30 in all – to perform on two stages. In The Ultimate Challenge; Part events; a workshop in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins
www.prairielights.com, 7pm Fri Jun 5. outside the south entrance;
local and regional booksellers
the LeClaire Park bandshell, you’ll thrill I,Finding Jon Ripslinger on such topics as
Teen Markets and Agents,
Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call 563-324-1410,
St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Flight, discuss John Steinbeck’s short story while eating
delicious sweets, with the Short & Sweets Group; free; for with new and used books for to sets by such artists as Larry McCray, Researching the Teen Scene, midwestwritingcenter.org, 1pm Fri Jun 26.
information, call 563-328-6833, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. sale, a music stage, children’s Ric E Bluez, Roy Rogers & the Delta Getting Your Novel Started, Writing Writing for Young Adults: The Ultimate Challenge; Part III,
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, activities, food vendors, book the Query Letter, and Answering Jon Ripslinger on such topics as Finding Teen Markets and Agents,
10am Mon Jun 8. arts demonstrations, readings Rhythm Kings, Eugene “Hideaway” Questions You Always Wanted to Researching the Teen Scene, Getting Your Novel Started, Writing
Therese Fowler, author and former Quad City resident speaks and panel discussions, and more, Bridges, Craig Horton, Eddie “The Ask a Published Author; a workshop the Query Letter, and Answering Questions You Always Wanted to
on her new book “Reunion”; to register, call 309-736-5737, Moline University of Iowa, Iowa City, in the Midwest Writing Center’s Ask a Published Author; a workshop in the Midwest Writing Center’s
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary. IA, http://news-releases.uiowa. Chief ” Clearwater, Robin Rogers, Rod David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call
com, 2pm Mon Jun 8. edu/2009/may/051309book- Piazza & the Mighty Flyers, and familiar $75-$65; for information, call 563- 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA,
Adult Summer Reading Program, for each book read, bring festival.html, Sat Jul 18. 324-1410, St. Ambrose University, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 4:30pm Fri Jun 26.
The Bookseller of Kabul,
area musicians including Bob Dorr &
in your reading card and enter the weekly prize drawing; after 6 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http:// CALLS FOR ENTRY
books, enter in the Grand Prize Drawing; for information, call 309- discussion of Asne Seirstad’s the Blues Band, Cobalt Blue, the Ellis www.midwestwritingcenter.org, Midwest Writing Center’s Young Emerging Writers Summer
736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. novel, with the Pageturners Book Kell Band, the Steady Rollin’ Band, and 4:30pm Wed Jun 24. Internship Program, five-week program for talented graduating
molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 8 thru Sat Aug 1. Discussion Group; to register, The David R. Collins Writers’ and continuing high school students, ages 15-19, interested in
Young Adult Summer Reading Program, thru Aug. 1; for call 309-736-5737, Moline Public the Peña Brothers. And on the park’s Conference, hosted by the Midwest creating and publishing works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and/or
each book read, bring in your reading card and enter the weekly Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, Tent Stage, you’ll be treated to scorching Writing Center; three days of drama; intensive seminars in poetry, narrative prose (fiction &
prize drawing; after 6 books, enter in the Grand Prize Drawing; for http://www.molinelibrary.com, courses, presentations, and more; nonfiction) and collaborative writing; some seminars conducted
information, call 309-736-5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st 7pm Tue Jul 21. and soulful blues by Dee Alexander, Bo for information, call 563-324-1410, by area writing professionals; for information, call 563-324-1410 or
St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 8 thru Sat The Unsettling of America, Ramsey, Diunna Greenleaf, T.J. Wheeler, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. e-mail mwc@midwestwritingcenter.org or director Ryan Collins at
Aug 1. discussion of Wendell Berry’s book Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www. ryancollins3@netzero.com, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St.
DAGOBAH, sci-fi & fantasy book club; free; 2nd Mon. of the with the Environmental Book Fiona Boyes, the Juke Joint Duo, midwestwritingcenter.org, Wed Jun Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
month; for information, visit DavenportLibrary.com, Davenport Club; for information, call 563-322- Magic Slim & the Teardrops, Sugar Pie 24 thru Fri Jun 26. thru Fri May 29.
Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, 6pm Mon Jun 2969, River Action, 822 E. River Honey, Who Shrunk My
Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.
DeSanto, Kenny Brown, Marquise Knox, Book?, Sharene Martin-Brown on
Iowa Summer Writing Festival, accepting registrations
8 thru Mon Dec 13th. for 2009 weekend and week-long workshops in fiction, poetry,
Confederates in the Attic, a Civil War Book Discussion of Tony riveraction.org, 7pm Tue Jul 28. Radoslav Lorkovic, Hawkeye Herman, an effective way to clearly express nonfiction, and playwriting, running from June 7 through July 24;
Horwitz’s book; for information, call 309-736-5737, Moline Public Short & Sweets Book Club, Saffire – the Uppity Blues Women, your novel in a few words, writing 140 noncredit workshops held; $500-$525/wk, $250/weekend;
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, discuss a short story while eating a chapter-by-chapter outline, for information, call 319-335-4160 or e-mail iswfest@uiowa.edu,
6:30pm Thu Jun 11. delicious sweets; free, Fairmount and David “Honeyboy” Edwards. and composing a book jacket University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.uiowa.edu/artsiowa,
Bliss, discussion of O.Z. Livaneli’s novel, with the Pageturners Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount “Honeyboy” is actually my nickname blurb; a workshop in the Midwest thru Sun May 31.
Book Discussion Group; to register, call 309-736-5737, Moline Public St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Writing Center’s David R. Collins Great River Writer’s Retreat, seeking applications for 7-night,
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm davenportlibrary.com, 10am Mon around the office, too, but strangely, Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for all-expense-paid sabbatical to work on your manuscript at the
Tue Jun 16. Aug 10. only Todd calls me that. I don’t like to information, call 563-324-1410, Fulton’s Landing Guest House on the Mississippi River; open to
Into the Wild, discussion
Midwest Writing Center Book Discussions, local personalities
of Jon Krakauer’s book with the
talk about it. For more information, and St. Ambrose University, 518 W.
Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
residents of Iowa or Illinois working in any genre; for information,
share their favorite books in a casual setting; free; 3rd Thu. of call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303,
the month; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Environmental Book Club; for a complete schedule for this year’s Blues midwestwritingcenter.org, 8:30am Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, thru Mon
Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www. information, call 563-322-2969, Festival artists, visit MVBS.org. Thu Jun 25. Jun 15.
midwestwritingcenter.org, 7pm Thu Jun 18 thru Thu Dec 17. River Action, 822 E. River Dr., In the Balance: Poetry with
Michael Weeks, visual program of Civil War battlefields with Davenport, IA, http://www. – Mike Schulz Roots and Wings; Part II, Sarah
author of “The Complete Civil War Road Trip Guide”; discussion and riveraction.org, 7pm Tue Aug 25. Gardner on the balance between
signing of Week’s book; free; to register, call 309-736-5737, Moline WORKSHOPS & CLASSES concrete details and ideas, and
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary. Brown Bag Lunch w/ Connie Corcoran Wilson, with reading and writing poems that weave both together; a workshop
com, 2:30pm Sat Jun 20. the CEO of Quad Cities Learning, Inc., on how to go about in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; PERFORMANCES
The Master and Margarita, a Classics Club Book Discussion writing what you want in “How to Write Your Bucket List of $75-$65; for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, Church Basement Ladies, musical-comedy with a Lutheran
of Mikhail Bulgakov’s novel; free; for information, call 309-736- Goals”; free; for information, call 563-324-1410 or e-mail mwc@ 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, bent; matinee and evening shows: Wed matinee 11:30am doors,
5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. midwestwritingcenter.org, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 2:45pm Thu Jun 25. 1:30pm show; Wed., Fri., & Sat. evening 5:45pm doors, 7:45pm show;
molinelibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jun 22. 5pm Mon Jun 1. Keeping It Short Fiction: Packing One Powerful Punch; Sun. evening 3:45pm doors, 5:45pm show; for tickets, call 309-786-
RiverKeepers, discussion of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s book with The Writer’s Studio, work with award-winning writers and Part II, Sean Leary looks at how to make a maximum impact in 7733, extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock
the Environmental Book Club; for information, call 563-322-2969, published authors; if you wish to read, bring a maximum of 5 minimal space, sharing techniques developed over his 20-year Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, thru Sat Jun 6.
career; a workshop in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Girls Only: The Musical, two-woman original comedy
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River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.
org, 7pm Tue Jun 23.
Literary Agent Panel, an event in the Midwest Writing Center’s
David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; for information, call 563-324-
1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://
www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 7pm Wed Jun 24.
The Rope Walk, discussion of Carrie Brown’s novel, this year’s All
Iowa Reads book selection; to register, call 563-888-3371, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 7pm Wed Jun 24.
Author Luncheon, with keynote speaker Robert Hellenga;
an event in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins
Writers’ Conference; $15; for information, call 563-324-1410, St.
Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
midwestwritingcenter.org, 11:45am Thu Jun 25.
David R. Collins Writers’ Conference Open Readings, by
conference faculty and participants, with faculty book signing;
an event in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’
Conference; $15; for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest
Writing Center, 225 E. 2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.
midwestwritingcenter.org, 7pm Thu Jun 25.
David R. Collins Writers’ Conference Awards Reception,
an event in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’
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double-spaced pages; on the 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month; free;
for information, call 563-324-1410, Midwest Writing Center, 225 E.
2nd St. Suite 303, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.
org, 10am Sat Jun 6 thru Sat Aug 15.
In the Balance: Poetry with Roots and Wings; Part I, Sarah
Gardner on the balance between concrete details and ideas, and
reading and writing poems that weave both together; a workshop
in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; Writing Center’s David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-$65;
$75-$65; for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, for information, call 563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518
518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
2:45pm Wed Jun 24.
Keeping It Short Fiction: Packing One Powerful Punch;
Part I, Sean Leary looks at how to make a maximum impact in
minimal space, sharing techniques developed over his 20-year
career; a workshop in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R. Collins
Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call 563-324-1410,
St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
midwestwritingcenter.org, 6:30pm Wed Jun 24.
Novel Beginnings: Capture Your Reader Up Front, Robert
Brown covers novel openings, their importance, and how to avoid
pitfalls; learn to make good choices in using point-of-view and
character; a workshop in the Midwest Writing Center’s David R.
Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call 563-324-
Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call 563-324-1410,
St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.
midwestwritingcenter.org, 6:30pm Thu Jun 25.
The Truth About Publishing Credits and How to Get Them,
Robert Brown and Sharene Martin-Brown discuss e-publishing,
print-on-demand, and self-publishing; a workshop in the Midwest
W. Locust, Davenport, IA, http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org,
10:15am Thu Jun 25.
Writing Creative Nonfiction: Artful Memoirs, Histories,
Essays, and More; Part II, Barbara Lounsberry on the current
excitement of literary nonfiction, highlighting forms of dialogue,
sensory and symbolic detail, interior monologue, narrative voices,
allusion, and more; a workshop in the Midwest Writing Center’s
David R. Collins Writers’ Conference; $75-$65; for information, call
563-324-1410, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust, Davenport, IA,
http://www.midwestwritingcenter.org, 1pm Thu Jun 25.
Writing for Young Adults: The Ultimate Challenge; Part II,
Jon Ripslinger on such topics as Finding Teen Markets and Agents,
Researching the Teen Scene, Getting Your Novel Started, Writing
the Query Letter, and Answering Questions You Always Wanted to
celebrating the honor, truth, humor, and silliness of being a woman;
$32-$36; Wed.-Fri. 7:30pm, Sat. 2 & 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for tickets, call
515-246-2300, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St.,
Des Moines, IA, http://www.civiccenter.org, thru Sun Jun 7.
Oedipus Rex, modern translation of the Greek classic, directed
by Steven Quartell, and adapted by the director and Melissa Coulter;
$10; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm; for tickets, call 309-235-1654 or e-mail info@
harrisonhilltop.com, http://www.harrisonhilltop.com, Thu May 28
thru Sat Jun 6.
Partners in Crime, two one-acts about Midwestern women
on the wrong side of the law - “Trifles” by Susan Glaspell, and “The
Totally True Completely Fictional Story of the Mother of Jesse James”
by Cynthia Mercati; 3pm; $22.50-$12.50; for tickets, call 1-800-35-
AMANA, Ox Yoke Inn, 4420 220th Trail, Amana, IA, http://www.
oldcreamery.com, 3pm Thu May 28 and Sun May 31.
The Odd Couple, Neil Simon’s beloved comedy; Wed., Thu.,
& Sun. 3pm, Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm; $26.50-$17.50; for tickets, call 1-800-
35AMANA, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://
www.oldcreamery.com, Thu May 28 thru Sun Jun 28.
Guys and Dolls, Frank Loesser’s musical-comedy classic,
directed by Bill Turner; 6pm dinner, 7pm show; proceeds benefit
Lutheran World Relief, Muscatine Center for Social Action, Lutheran
Services in Iowa, and the New Era Lutheran Church; $21-$12; for Unitarian Universalist Society, 10 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, http:// Island, IL, http://center4living.com, Thu Jun 25 thru Sat Jun 27. history play; for information, show dates, and tickets, call 309-879-
tickets, call 563-263-5255 or 563-263-0881, Fri May 29 thru Sun www.dreamwell.com, Fri Jun 19 thru Sat Jun 27. Who’s On First?, a Festival 56 presentation of Jack Sharkey’s 5656, Soldiers and Sailors Park, Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.

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May 31. Harold & Maude, adaptation of the film comedy about a surrealist comedy; for information, show dates, and tickets, call com, Sun Jul 5 thru Tue Aug 4.
Nocturne, dramatic monologue by Adam Rapp; by Stage Left February-December romance; $11-$10; Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; 309-879-5656, Grace Theatre, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL, http://www. Pinocchio, a Magic Owl Children’s Theatre musical-comedy
Productions; 7:30pm; $10-$5; for tickets, call 319-329-6612, Paul Engle for tickets, call 319-462-4793, Starlighters Theatre, 136 E. Main St., festival56.com, Fri Jun 26 thru Thu Jul 2. presentation of the beloved fairy tale; 2pm; Tue. & Thu.-Sat.; $5; for
Center for Neighborhood Arts, 1600 4th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Anamosa, Iowa, http://www.starlighters.org, Fri Jun 19 thru Sun The Ugly Duckling, a children’s theatre production by Patrick tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box 29, Mt.
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=4880128220, Fri May 29 Jun 28. Stinson; a fairy tale with a twist; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760, Carroll, IL, http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Tue Jul 7 thru
thru Sun May 31. Richard III, Shakespeare’s diabolical history play, directed Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock. Sat Jul 11.
The Trojan Women, the Prenzie Players’ presentation of Euripides’ by Kristin Horton; a production in the 10th Annual Riverside org, Sat Jun 27. The Wizard of Oz, a Festival 56 presentation of the magical
Greek drama; 7:30pm doors, 8pm show; for information, e-mail info@ Theatre Shakespeare Festival, in repertory with “A Midsummer Pinkalicious, musical version of popular children’s book; $8-$7; family classic; for information, show dates, and tickets, call 309-
prenzieplayers.com, http://www.prenzieplayers.com, Fri May 29 thru Night’s Dream”; $15-$37; for tickets, call 319-338-7672, Riverside for tickets and show dates and times, call 309-786-7733, extension 879-5656, Grace Theatre, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL, http://www.
Sun May 31. Theatre Festival Stage, Lower City Park, Iowa City, IA, http://www. 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http:// festival56.com, Tue Jul 7 thru Sat Jul 18.
Junior Theatre: Class Showcase, enjoy some free theatre, and riversidetheatre.org, Fri Jun 19 thru Fri Jul 10. www.circa21.com, Tue Jun 30 thru Sat Jul 25. Bus Trip to “Mary Poppins”, trip to Chicago’s Cadillac Theatre
learn what Junior Theatre is all about; Mon.-Thu. 5:15pm, Sat. noon; Hecuba, Genesius Guild presents the classical Greek tragedy by Schoolhouse Rock Live!, family musical based on the Emmy- to see the Tony-winning Disney musical; leave at 7:30am; $87; to
for information, call 563-326-7862, Nighswander Junior Theatre, 2822 Euripides; donations accepted; Sat. & Sun. 8pm; Lincoln Park, 11th winning educational cartoons; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm; register, call 563-332-8496, Hy-Vee Devils Glen, 2900 Devils Glen Rd,
Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, Mon Jun 1 thru Sat Jun 6. Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.genesius.org, Sat Jun 20 $10-$20; for tickets, call 319-366-8591, Theatre Cedar Rapids, 103 Bettendorf, IA, Wed Jul 8.
The Last Five Years, two-person relationship musical, with thru Sun Jun 28. 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.theatrecr.org, Thu Jul 2 thru Busy Body, mystery/comedy by Jack Popplewell; Thu-Sat
one lover’s story told forwards, and the other’s backwards; Thu.-Sat. The Brothers Grimm, a children’s theatre production by Patrick Sun Jul 12. 7:30pm, Sun 4pm; for tickets, call 309-944-2244, Barn Theatre in
7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for information, call 563-242-6760, Stinson; fairy tales with a twist; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760, The Wedding Singer, musical-comedy version of the hit Adam Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo, IL, http://www.rhplayers.com, Thu Jul
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.org, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock. Sandler movie; Fri.-Sat. 8Pm, Tue.-Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20- 9 thru Sun Jul 19.
Thu Jun 4 thru Sat Jun 13. org, Sat Jun 20. $11; for tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box Singin’ in the Rain, stage adaptation of musical classic; Thu.-
Grease, the original High School Musical; $20-$11; Fri.-Sat. Pippin, Tony-winning Stephen Schwartz musical, performed by 29, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jul 2 Sat. 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for tickets, call 563-242-6760,
8Pm, Tue.-Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; for tickets, call 815-244-2035, students in grades 8-12; for information, call 309-788-5433 or e-mail thru Sun Jul 12. Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.
Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box 29, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www. info@center4living.com, The Center for Living, 2008 4th Ave, Rock Henry the Fourth, a Festival 56 presentation of Shakespeare’s org/, Thu Jul 9 thru Sun Jul 19.
timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jun 4 thru Sun Jun 14.
The Last Five Years, two-person musical by Jason Robert
Brown; a presentation by the Riverbend Theatre Collective, directed
by Jennifer Kingry; Jun 5-7, and 11-13, 7:30pm; for information, call
309-786-1633 or e-mail ace@riverbendtheatrecollective.com, Village
Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, Village of East Davenport, IA, http://www.
riverbendtheatrecollective.com, Fri Jun 5 thru Sat Jun 13.
711 Theatre Project, performances from competition, in which
theatre troupes compete to produce, direct, and stage an 11-minute
play in seven days; cash prizes and awards given out during the
June 7 ceremony; 8pm; for information, call 515-771-7766 or e-mail
info@711theatre.com, Grand View College’s Viking Theatre, 2811 E
14th St, Des Moines, IA, http://www.711theatre.com, Fri Jun 5 and
Sat Jun 6.
Riverside Theatre Shakespeare Festival’s 10th Birthday
Celebration, refreshments, prizes, previews of costume and set
renderings for the upcoming festival, 10 percent off tickets, and more;
noon; for information, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N.
Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.org, Sat Jun 6.
Mamma Mia!, ABBA-themed Broadway smash; Wed. & Fri.
7:30pm, Thu. & Sat. 2 & 7:30pm, Sun. 1 & 6:30pm; for tickets, call
515-246-2300, Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St.,
Des Moines, IA, http://www.civiccenter.org, Wed Jun 10 thru Sun
Jun 14.
Huddersfield, local premiere of bleakly comic drama about
the fall of Communism and the rise of a new Europe; $15; Thu.-Sat.
7:30pm; for tickets, call 309-235-1654 or e-mail info@harrisonhilltop.
com, Harrison Hilltop Theatre, 1601 Harrison St, Davenport, IA, http://
www.harrisonhilltop.com, Thu Jun 11 thru Sat Jun 20.
Last Mass at St. Casimir’s, comedy/drama by Tom Dudzik,
ending the trilogy begun with “Over the Tavern” and continuing with
“King o’ the Moon”; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 4pm; for tickets, call 309-
944-2244, Barn Theatre in Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo, IL, http://
www.rhplayers.com, Thu Jun 11 thru Sun Jun 21.
Hello, Dolly!, classic musical produced by City Circle Acting Co.;
Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for information, call 319-541-2980, Englert
Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.citycircle.
org, Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 14.
A Night at the Opera, beloved pieces performed by Opera @
Augustana; donations accepted; 8pm; for information, visit Genesius.
org, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, Fri Jun 12 thru
Sun Jun 14.
The King & I, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musical classic; Thu.-Sat.
7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $15-$9; for tickets, call 309-762-6610, Quad City
Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL,
http://www.qcmusicguild.com, Fri Jun 12 thru Sun Jun 21.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare’s comedy, directed
by Ron Clark; a production in the 10th Annual Riverside Theatre
Shakespeare Festival, in repertory with “Richard III”; $15-$37; for
tickets, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre Festival Stage, Lower City
Park, Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.org, Fri Jun 12 thru
Sun Jul 12.
Peter Pan, Tony-winning Broadway musical based on the classic
story; Wed matinee 11:30am doors, 1:30pm show; Wed., Fri., & Sat.
evening 5:45pm doors, 7:45pm show; Sun. evening 3:45pm doors,
5:45pm show; for tickets, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ’21
Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.

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Lend Me a Tenor, Tony-winning Ken Ludwig farce; Fri.-Sat. 8Pm,
Tue.-Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for tickets, call 815-244-
2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box 29, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.
timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jun 18 thru Sat Jun 27.
Death Defying Acts, trio of comedic one-acts by David Mamet,
Elaine May, and Woody Allen; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm;
$18; for tickets, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat Theatre,
Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.org/, Thu Jun 18 thru Sun Jun 28.
The Winter’s Tale, Shakespeare in the park with Theater...for
a Change; Thu.-Sun. 7:30pm; for information, call 515-771-7766 or
e-mail tfac@theaterforachange.com, Downtown Des Moines, Des
Moines, IA, http://www.theaterforachange.com, 7:30pm Thu Jun 18
thru Sun Jun 28.
South Pacific, a Countryside Community Theatre production of
Rodgers’ & Hammerstein’s musical classic, directed by Brian Nelson;
Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for information, e-mail cctonstage@
hotmail.com or call 563-285-6228; North Scott High School Fine Arts
Auditorium, Eldridge, IA, http://www.CCOnStage.org, Fri Jun 19
thru Sat Jun 27.
The Drag, Dreamwell Theatre’s production of Mae West’s
comic vaudeville, directed by Chuck Dufano; Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm; for
information, call 319-541-0140 or e-mail chuck@dreamwell.com,
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Henry VI; Part I, Genesius Guild presents Shakespeare’s drama;
donations accepted, 8pm; Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock
Island, IL, http://www.genesius.org, Fri Jul 10 thru Sun Jul 12, and
Sat Jul 25.
Steel Magnolias, a Festival 56 presentation of Robert Harling’s
all-female Southern comedy; for information, show dates, and
tickets, call 309-879-5656, PHS Council Auditorium, 103 S Euclid Ave,
Princeton, IL, http://www.festival56.com, Fri Jul 10 thru Fri Jul 17.
A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry’s acclaimed, African-
American drama, directed by Fred Harris Jr.; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun
3pm; $10; for tickets, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre,
4950 35th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.playcrafters.com, Fri Jul 10
thru Sun Jul 19.
All Shook Up, musical-comedy pastiche of Elvis Presley hits; Thu.-
Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $15-$9; for tickets, call 309-762-6610, Quad City
Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL,
http://www.qcmusicguild.com, Fri Jul 10 thru Sun Jul 19.
The Boys Next Door, off-Broadway hit about four mentally-
challenged men and their social worker; produced by Lora Adams;
Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $15-$12; for information, call 309-796-
5029, Village Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, Village of East Davenport, IA,
Fri Jul 10 thru Sun Jul 19.
The Brothers Grimm, a children’s theatre production by Patrick
Stinson; fairy tales with a twist; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760,
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.
org, Sat Jul 11.
The Wizard of Oz, co-production with the Old Creamery
Theatre, in celebration of the movie’s 70th anniversary; Thu. 7:30pm,
Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $25-$15; for tickets, call 800-35AMANA,
Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.
oldcreamery.com, Thu Jul 16 thru Sun Jul 19.
Wait Until Dark, thriller about a blind woman defending herself
from murderers; Fri.-Sat. 8pm, Tue.-Thu. 7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-
$11; for tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box
29, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jul 16
thru Sat Jul 25.
Tick, Tick... Boom!, musical by “Rent”’s Jonathan Larson, in
celebration of the theatre’s 1st anniversary; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm,
Sun 2:30pm; $16; for tickets, call 309-235-1654 or e-mail info@
harrisonhilltop.com, Harrison Hilltop Theatre, 1601 Harrison St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.harrisonhilltop.com, Thu Jul 16 thru
Sun Jul 26.
The Queen of Bingo, church-basement comedy in which
you play along; Thursdays & Sundays 3pm; for tickets, call 1-800-
35AMANA or visit OldCreamery.com, Ox Yoke Inn, 4420 220th Trail,
Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, Thu Jul 16 thru Sun
Aug 2.
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Disney’s High School Musical 2, one-act adaptation of the
Disney Channel musical, performed by students in grades 3-7; Fr.
7pm, Sat 10am, 2pm, & 7pm; for information, call 309-788-5433 or
e-mail info@center4living.com, The Center for Living, 2008 4th Ave,
Rock Island, IL, http://center4living.com, Fri Jul 17 and Sat Jul 18.
Henry VI; Part II, Genesius Guild presents the second half of
Shakespeare’s drama; donations accepted, 8pm; Lincoln Park, 11th
Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.genesius.org, Fri Jul 17
thru Sun Jul 19, and Sun Jul 26.
Annie Get Your Gun, a Countryside Community Theatre
production of the classic, Tony-winning musical with songs by
Irving Berlin, directed by Gary Clark; Fri-Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for
information, e-mail cctonstage@hotmail.com or call 563-285-6228;
North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, Eldridge, IA, http://
www.CCOnStage.org, Fri Jul 17 thru Sat Jul 25.
The Riddle of Rumpelstiltskin, Ellsworth Schave’s adaptation
of the classic fairy tale; on Saturdays; 1pm; for tickets, call 800-
35AMANA, Old Creamery Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://
www.oldcreamery.com, Sat Jul 18 thru Sat Aug 29.
The Ugly Duckling, a children’s theatre production by Patrick
Stinson; a fairy tale with a twist; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760,
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.
org, Sat Jul 18.
The Laramie Project, a Festival 56 presentation of Moises
Kaufman’s Andrew Shepard drama; for information, show dates, and
tickets, call 309-879-5656, Grace Theatre, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL,
http://www.festival56.com, Tue Jul 21 thru Sat Jul 25.
Two Gentlemen of Verona, a presentation of Shakespeare’s
comedy by the high schoolers of the Young People’s Company;
directed by guest artist Mary Sullivan; for information, call 319-338-
7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.
riversidetheatre.org, Thu Jul 23 thru Sun Jul 26.
Biloxi Blues, Neil Simon’s Tony-winning military comedy; Thu.-
Sat. 7:30pm, Wed. & Sun. 3pm; $18; for tickets, call 563-242-6760,
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.
org/, Thu Jul 23 thru Sun Aug 2.
Run for Your Wife, a Festival 56 presentation of Ray Cooney’s
farce; for information, show dates, and tickets, call 309-879-5656,
PHS Council Auditorium, 103 S Euclid Ave, Princeton, IL, http://www.
festival56.com, Fri Jul 24 thru Thu Jul 30.
Do It Yourself Fairy Tale, a children’s theatre production by
Patrick Stinson, where the audiences chooses which direction
the story goes; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760, Clinton Area
Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.org, Sat Jul 25
and Sat Aug 15.
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Tony-winning musical-comedy
version of the Steve Martin film; Fri.-Sat. 8pm, Tue.-Thu.
7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for tickets, call 815-244-2035,
Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box 29, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.
timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Jul 30 thru Sun Aug 9.
The Sound of Music, a Festival 56 presentation of the Rodgers
& Hammerstein musical classic; for information, show dates, and
tickets, call 309-879-5656, Grace Theatre, 316 Main St., Princeton, IL,
http://www.festival56.com, Fri Jul 31 thru Sun Aug 9.
Thesmophoriazusae, a Genesius Guild production of
Aristophanes’ comedy, updated by Don Wooten; Fri.-Sat.; donations
accepted, 8pm; Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL,
http://www.genesius.org, Sat Aug 1 thru Sun Aug 9.
The Brothers Grimm, a children’s theatre production by Patrick
Stinson; fairy tales with a twist; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760,
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.
org, Sat Aug 1.
Rapunzel, a Magic Owl Children’s Theatre musical-comedy
presentation of the beloved fairy tale; Tue. & Thu.-Sat. 2pm; $5; for
tickets, call 815-244-2035, Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box 29, Mt.
Carroll, IL, http://www.timberlakeplayhouse.org, Tue Aug 4 thru
Sat Aug 8.
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Andrew
Lloyd Webber’s & Tim Rice’s musical classic; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Wed. &
Sun. 3pm; $18; for tickets, call 563-242-6760, Clinton Area Showboat
Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.org/, Thu Aug 6 thru Sun
Aug 16.
I’m All Ears: Songs from Disney, musical celebration of the
best of Disney’s music; Wed., Thu., & Sun. 3pm, Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm;
$26.50-$17.50; for tickets, call 1-800-35AMANA, Old Creamery
Theatre, 39 38th Ave., Amana, IA, http://www.oldcreamery.com, Thu
Aug 6 thru Sun Aug 30.
Steel Magnolias, dinner-theatre production of Robert Harling’s
female-ensemble comedy; presented by the Muscatine Masquers
Community Theatre and director Teresa Sapp; for information, call
563-263-1014 or 563-260-8852, Moose Lodge - Muscatine, 207 Lake
Park Boulevard, Muscatine, IA, Fri Aug 7 and Sat Aug 8.
Seussical, musical-comedy re-telling of Dr. Seuss tales; Thu.-Sat.
7:30pm, Sun 2pm; $15-$9; for tickets, call 309-762-6610, Quad City
Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, 1584 34th Ave., Moline, IL,
http://www.qcmusicguild.com, Fri Aug 7 thru Sun Aug 16.
The Music Man, Meredith Willson’s musical classic; $13-$14;
Fri.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2pm; for tickets, call 319-462-4793, Starlighters
Theatre, 136 E. Main St., Anamosa, Iowa, http://www.starlighters.org,
Fri Aug 7 thru Sun Aug 16.
The Ugly Duckling, a children’s theatre production by Patrick
Stinson; a fairy tale with a twist; noon; for tickets, call 562-242-6760,
Clinton Area Showboat Theatre, Clinton, IA, http://summer-stock.
org, Sat Aug 8.
Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story, rock ’n’ roll musical on
the legendary singer’s rise to fame; Fri.-Sat. 8pm, Tue.-Thu.
7:30pm, Sun. 6:30pm; $20-$11; for tickets, call 815-244-2035,
Timber Lake Playhouse, P.O. Box 29, Mt. Carroll, IL, http://www.
timberlakeplayhouse.org, Thu Aug 13 thru Sun Aug 23.
Rabbit Hole, Pulitzer prize-winning drama by David Lindsay-
Abaire, directed by Bryan Tank; Thu-Sat 7:30pm, Sun 4pm; for tickets,
call 309-944-2244, Barn Theatre in Richmond Hill Park, Geneseo, IL,
http://www.rhplayers.com, Thu Aug 13 thru Sun Aug 23.
Long Day’s Journey Into Night, Eugene O’Neill’s dramatic
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classic; $16; Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm; for information, call
309-235-1654 or e-mail info@harrisonhilltop.com, Harrison Hilltop
Theatre, 1601 Harrison St, Davenport, IA, http://www.harrisonhilltop.
com, Thu Aug 20 thru Sun Aug 30.
Hate Mail, a Riverbend Theatre Collective production of
the Bill Corbett & Kira Obolensky comedy, co-directed by and
starring Jeff DeLeon and Stephanie Burrough, Aug. 21-23,
& Aug. 27-29 7:30pm; for information, call 309-786-1633 or
e-mail ace@riverbendtheatrecollective.com; Village Theatre,
2113 E 11th St, Village of East Davenport, IA, http://www.
RiverbendTheatreCollective.com, Fri Aug 21 thru Sat Aug 29.
Mid-Life! The Crisis Musical, debuting musical-comedy on
the curiosities of middle age; Wed matinee 11:30am doors, 1:30pm
show; Wed., Fri., & Sat. evening 5:45pm doors, 7:45pm show; Sun.
evening 3:45pm doors, 5:45pm show; for tickets, call 309-786-7733,
extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island,
IL, http://www.circa21.com, Wed Sep 2 thru Sat Nov 7.
AUDITIONS & CALLS FOR ENTRY
Spermalot, auditions for 6 men and 3 women, to perform
new Theater... for a Change musical in Des Moines (July 17-18),
Minneapolis (July 31-Aug. 9), and New York (Aug. 20-30); travel
expenses paid, daily meal stipend; prepare a song of not less than
16 bars; accompanist provided, CD accompaniment allowed;
be prepared to read from the script, Grand View College’s
Viking Theatre, 2811 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA, http://www.
theaterforachange.com, 7pm Wed May 27.
Walking the Wire: Monologues at Riverside, monologues
sought for annual celebration of original pieces, 10 minutes or less
in length; focus for the season’s monologues is “Holiday Tales”; to
be performed Nov. 19-22; up to 2 submissions per author; e-mail
submissions to artistic@riversidetheatre.org; for information, call
319-887-1360, Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA,
http://www.riversidetheatre.org, thru Wed Jul 15.
Countryside Community Theatre Summer Season, seeking
volunteers and production staffs for “South Pacific” (June 19-27) and
“Annie Get Your Gun” (July 17-25); for information, call 563-285-6228,
North Scott High School Fine Arts Auditorium, Eldridge, IA, http://
www.cctonstage.org, thru Fri Jul 17.
Actors Needed for Victorian Day at Oakdale Memorial
Cemetery, seeking a half dozen actors to perform 2-3 minute
historical monologues during the annual event on Sept. 12; for
information, e-mail Dustin Oliver at DCOliver81@yahoo.com,
Oakdale Memorial Cemetery, 2501 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA,
thru Mon Aug 3.
Genesius Guild Call for Volunteers, seeking assistance for
2009 summer season; for information, e-mail guild@genesius.
org, Lincoln Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
genesius.org, thru Sun Aug 9.
Auditions for Genesius Guild’s Summer Season, for the
summer’s productions of Euripides’“Hecuba,” Shakespeare’s “Henry
VI; Parts I and II,” and Aristophanes’“Thesmophoriazusae”; no
preparation or experience necessary, be prepared to read, Lincoln
Park, 11th Ave & 38th St, Rock Island, IL, http://www.genesius.org,
7pm Thu May 28, 1pm Sat May 30 and Sun May 31.
Workout for Working Actors, on Saturdays, with facilitator
Matt McIver; take more risks, delve deeper into your work, and
explore new techniques; stretch your mind and muscles and
grow your craft; $25/class, $100/series of 5; 10am; to register or
for more information, call 971-405-2877 or e-mail mmciver@
desmoinessocialclub.org, Des Moines Social Club, 1408 Locust St.,
Des Moines, IA, http://www.desmoinessocialclub.org, 10am Sat
May 30 thru Sat Aug 29.
Camp Shakespeare: Acting, thru June 19, for ages 8-12; use
your bodies, voices, and imaginations to create characters, scenes,
and comic bits; with instructor Brynn Hambly; for information, call
319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA,
http://www.riversidetheatre.org, 1:30pm Mon Jun 15.
Camp Shakespeare: Improv Away!, thru June 26, for ages
10-14; learn improv basics through games and create scenes for
yourselves; no prior experience required; with instructor Martin
Andrews; for information, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213
N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.org, 10am
Mon Jun 22.
Camp Shakespeare: Combat!, for ages 15 and up; learn
techniques for safe stage slaps and painless punches, along with
simple swordplay; with instructors Jordan Laroya and Michael Perez;
for information, call 319-338-7672, Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert
St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.riversidetheatre.org, 1pm Sat Jul 11.
See How They Run, auditions for comedy directed by Tom
Swegle, performed Sept 11-20; be prepared to read from the script;
for information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950
35th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.playcrafters.com, 7pm Sun Jul 12
thru Tue Jul 14.
PERFORMANCES
Let’s Make a Deal, performance by Debby’s School of Dance;
$6-$18; for information, call 309-673-8900, Peoria Civic Center, 201
SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, 7pm Fri May 29.
3rd Annual Imani! Dancers Studio for Cultural Arts Recital,
featuring students in A.May.Zing!; benefit performance for studio
mirrors; co-sponsored by Royal Neighbors of America, Chapter
20042; for information, call 563-326-3352, Nighswander Junior
Theatre, 2822 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, 4pm Sun May 31.
Ballroom with the Quad City Celebrities, featuring Genesis
Health’s Ken Kroken, the QC Steamwheelers’ J.J. Raterink, American
Gladiator’s Jesse Adams Foster, MIX 96’s Todd Alan, the Argus/
Dispatch’s Jonathan Turner, and more, performing routines seen on
TV’s “Dancing with the Stars”; all proceeds benefit Gilda’s Club; $20;
for information, call 563-326-8820 or 563-570-5070, Capitol Theatre,
330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.thecapdavenport, 7:30pm
Fri Jun 5.
Studio Dance Recital: Pump Up the Volume, for information,
call 319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids,
IA, http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 7pm Fri Jun 5 and Sat Jun 6.
Ballet Under the Stars, annual Ballet Quad Cities production,
featuring the original piece “Making Waves” and the farewell
performances of dancer Iona Newell; free, but donations accepted;
concessions available; for information, call 309-786-3779, http://
www.balletquadcities.com, 8pm Fri Jun 5 thru Sun Jun 7.
Dancing Decades, performance by Kim’s Academy of Dance;
$13-$9; for information, call 309-682-8277, Peoria Civic Center, 201
SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, 7pm Sat Jun 6.
A Day at the Circus, the Dancers’ Studio’s 10th annual concert;
ballet, tap, and jazz performances; $12-$8; for tickets, call 309-342-
2299, Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg St., Galesburg, IL, http://www.
theorpheum.org, 2:30pm Sun Jun 7.
Dance Around the World, Dorian Byrd and the Imani Dancers
present traditional dances and tales from around the world; free; for
information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St,
Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 1:30pm Mon Jun 29.
Imani! Dancers, multicultural and modern dance numbers in
celebration of traditional African American culture; learn about the
symbolism found in the intricate dance steps; sponsored by the
African American Museum of Iowa, Davenport Public Library (Main),
321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
6pm Mon Jul 20.
CLASSES & ONGOING EVENTS
Line Dance Lessons with Cindy Baker, get in shape to a blend
of rock ’n’ roll and country; free to Hampton residents, $30/month
to non-residents; on Tuesdays; for information, call 309-755-8398 or
309-496-9685, Tue Jun 2 thru Tue Dec 29.
Dance Party, free; $2 cocktails; on Tuesdays; for information, call
319-337-6464, Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, http://
www.iowacityyachtclub.org, 9pm Tue Jun 2 thru Tue Dec 29.
Imani! Summer Dance Camp, thru June 25; for information,
call 563-326-7812 or 563-326-3352, Imani! Dancers Studio, 1220
Minnie Avenue, Davenport, IA, Mon Jun 22.
Be Creative - Tap Dance, learn to tap on the learning campus;
for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
1pm Sat Jul 18.
Imani! Dancers African Storytelling Camp, thru July 23; for
information, call 563-326-7812 or 563-326-3352, Imani! Dancers
Studio, 1220 Minnie Avenue, Davenport, IA, Mon Jul 20.
Specifically for Seniors, Iowa State Representative Elesha
Geyman presents information on her recent trip to the Gaza Strip;
learn why they’re fighting, ask questions about the conflict, and
view beautiful photos; free; for infortmation, call 563-888-3371,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed May 27.
North American Midway Entertainment Carnival, in the
parking lot near Office Max; for information, call Darcy at 309-797-
8450, SouthPark Mall, 4500 16th St, Moline, IL, 5pm thru Sun May 31.
Quad Cities Leadership Alumni United Accepting Grant
Applications, QCLAU providing up to $1,000 Quality of Life grants
for programs and projects that improve life in the Quad Cities by
eliminating barriers and providing access; this year’s focus will be
on programs that support education or employment readiness;
checks awarded at the Sept. 10 “A Night at the Ballpark” event; for
information, e-mail qcleadership@gmail.com, thru Mon Jun 1.
Vendors Sought for QC Pride Fest 2009, seeking vendors
for annual festival on June 27; booths of 10’ by 10’ available for $50
($60 if electricity is required); for information, contact Rich Hendricks
at richhendricks@msn.com, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St,
Davenport, IA, thru Fri Jun 26.
Volunteers and Sponsors Sought for QC Pride Fest 2009:
“Winds of Change”, for information, contact Ruby Nancy at 563-
391-9069 or e-mail ruby@rubynancy.com, LeClaire Park, River Dr &
Ripley St, Davenport, IA, thru Sat Jun 27.
Rock Island Community Foundation Accepting Grand
Applications, grants to be awarded to non-profit 501(c)(3)
organizations; in support of community projects that improve or
preserve the quality of life in Rock Island; for information, call 309-
269-4412, http://www.ricf.org, thru Tue Jun 30.
Volunteers Needed for Celtic Highland Games of the Quad
Cities, seeking volunteers to assist with annual festival featuring
Scottish athletics, bagpipe performances, Highland dance, family
events, celtic music, heritage, food, and vendors; for information,
call 309-794-0449 or e-mail infocelt@celtichighlandgames.org,
Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.celtichighlandgames.org, thru Sun Aug 23.
Mississippi Valley Grower’s Association Farmer’s Market,
a variety of hand-grown and handmade products courtesy of area
farmers and crafters; in the east parking lot; Wednesdays & Saurdays;
for information, call Marketing Director Darcy Jacks at 563-391-6773,
NorthPark Mall, Between Harrison and Welcome Way on E. Kimberly,
Davenport, IA, thru Sat, Oct 31.
Cedar Rapids Kennedy High School Graduation, for
information, call 319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave
NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 7:30pm
Thu May 28.
Thunder from Down Under, Australia’s hottest all-male
exports; for information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club,
421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/
penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, 8pm Thu May 28.
Bettendorf Farmer’s Market, Thursdays thru October; enter
through the lot of 23rd Street; for information, call 563-508-1853 or
563-650-2181, http://www.mvgrowers.com/, 2pm thru Thu Oct 29.
Blackjack Tournament, win part of $1,000; $100 buy-in
required; on Thursdays; for in formation, call 309-756-4623,
Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, I-280 & I-92, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
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jumerscasinohotel.com, 7am thru Thu Dec 31.
Cedar Rapids Washington High School Graduation, for
information, call 319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE,
Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 7:30pm Fri May 29.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s “Over the Top”, a circus
extravaganza; $67-$15; Fri. 7pm, Sat. 11am, 3pm, & 7pm, Sun. 1 & 5pm;
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave,
Peoria, IL, http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, Fri May 29.
WQPT Online Auction, featuring a variety of trips, gift
certificates, services, and PBS items; for information, call 309-796-
5029, WQPT-TV, Moline, IL, http://www.wqpt.org, Fri May 29 thru
Mon Jun 8.
Speed Dating, 10 dates, 7 minutes each, 1 night; on Fridays;
to reserve, call Susan at 563-355-7644, Nature’s Bread Basket, 2306
Spruce Hills Dr, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.7minuteyenta.com, 7pm
thru Fri, Dec 18.
Black Hawk Hiking Club Hike, at Johnson-Sauk Trail State
Park near Kewanee, IL; covering 1300 acres, contains a lake, and
has 4 miles of trails; for information, call 309-496-9024, http://www.
geocities.com/blackhawkhikingclub, 2:30pm Sat May 30.
Cedar Rapids Jefferson High School Graduation, for
information, call 319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE,
Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 7:30pm Sat
May 30.
Cedar Rapids Prairie High School Graduation, for
information, call 319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE,
Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 1pm Sat May
30.
Education Expo, spotlighting local colleges and vocational
schools; for information, call 309-762-6883, Moline Public Library,
3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 11am Sat
May 30.
The Network’s Annual Habitat for Humanity Build, at 309
E 15th Street in Davenport, Grand Excursion Hospitality Landing,
1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf, IA, https://www.tibp.com/cgi-bin/
foxweb.dll//wlx/cal/wlxProfile?caleid=118&action=register&cc=IQC
CCOM, 8am Sat May 30.
Thunder Slam Monster Truck Spectacular, the real ground
pounders of monster trucks including Holman’s Beast driven by
Bobby Holman, along with Brute Force, Ice, Crash Master, and more;
$22.50-$17.50; for tickets, call 309-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201
River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:30pm Sat
May 30.
Upstairs, Downstairs Tours, 50-minute tours of areas of the
building not normally open to the public; stories of the steamboat
era, and information on special techniques used in the restoration
of 19th-century brick buildings; proceeds benefit the building’s
preservation; $5; for information, call 755-3248, Brettun & Black
Museum, 1st Ave & 6th St, Hampton, IL, http://www.hamptonhistory.
org/MuseumInfo.htm, Sat May 30 and Sun May 31.
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and more; trophies and ribbons
to the first five places; $4/class; for
information, call Steve at 309-654-
Saturday Night Christian Entertainment, music, comedy,
karaoke, movie nights, and more every Saturday; for information,
2503 or Larry at 309-654-2838,
Rock Island County Fairgrounds,
call 563-322-1302, The Solid Rock Cafe, 1411 Brady St, Davenport,
370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, Thu Jul 30.
Adler Theatre http://www.uscellularcenter.com, Community Leaders Panel, learn more about how three local
7:30pm Thu Jun 11. community leaders got their career starts; with Cynthia Tidwell of
May through July 2009 Miss Iowa’s Royal Neighbors of America, Paul VanDuyne of KJWW Engineering
Outstanding Teen Pageant, $15; Consultants, and Dana Wilkinson of Paragon Commercial Interiors;

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42nd Ave. & Archer Drive, East for information, call 563-326-8820 $15-$10, Grand Excursion Hospitality Landing, 1777 Isle Parkway,
IA, 7pm thru Sat Dec 26. id you know
Moline, IL, http://www.extension. or e-mail info@thecapdavenport. Bettendorf, IA, https://www.tibp.com/cgi-bin/foxweb.dll//wlx/cal/
Lock & Dam Tours, on Sat. & Sun.; led by Corps Ranger staff, at
uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9pm Sat Jun that if you com, Capitol Theatre, 330 W. 3rd wlxProfile?caleid=118&action=register&cc=IQCCCOM, 11:45am
11am & 2pm; for information, call 309-794-5338, Mississippi River
6 and Sun Jun 7. St., Davenport, IA, http://www. Wed Jun 17.
Visitor Center, Arsenal Island, Davenport, IA, thru Sun Sep 6.
Waffle Breakfast, on the were to form missiowa.com, Fri Jun 12. 15th Annual Sturgis on the River Motorcycle Rally,
Down Under Wine Tasting, $10, or free w/ purchase of 6
bottles or more; to reserve, call 563-355-4139 or e-mail info@
1st Saturday of the month; for anagrams out of Friday Night Wine Down, featuring the American Wall of Death, flat-track racing, tattoo
information, call 563-324-1054, with menu items and appetizers contest, Biker Billy, vendors, live music, classes, the Scooter Girl
rosettiwineshop.com, The Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits, 117 N Cody
ext 223, Center for Belgian “Adler Theatre,” available, and dancing & live contest, a classic car show, and more; for information, call 309-799-
Rd, LeClaire, IA, http://www.faithfulpilotcafe.com, 3:30pm Sun
May 31.
Culture, 712 18th Avenue, Moline, you could create music with Los Mocambos from 7469, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St, Davenport,
IL, http://www.qcheritageleague. 7 to 10; $5 cover, $10 food/drink IA, http://www.sturgisontheriver.com, Wed Jun 17 thru Sat Jun
Linn Mar High School Graduation, for information, call
com, 8am thru Sat Dec 5.
the trademark- minimum; reserve at 309-949- 20.
319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA,
http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 1pm Sun May 31.
Andover Community registered “The 2565, Lavender Crest Winery, Riverine Walk: Historical Walking Tour of Downtown
Marion High School Graduation, for information, call 319-
Worship Service, for information,
call 563-324-1054 ext 223,
Real Date ”? ® 5401 US Highway 6, Colona, IL,
http://www.lavendercrest.com,
Moline, featuring architectural and institutional highlights; meet at
310 15th St., Model Printers; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969
398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA,
Andover Lake Park, Andover, IL, Fittingly, the 5pm Fri Jun 12. or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
http://www.uscellularcenter.com, 6pm Sun May 31.
Sensational Sunday Slot Tournament, win part of $3,700;
http://www.qcheritageleague. Davenport venue 2009 Miss Iowa Pageant, Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 6:30pm Wed Jun 17
com, 9am Sun Jun 7. Ron White $20; for information, call and Wed Jul 29.
participants have three minutes at the machine to rack up as many
Lisa Williams: Voices from this summer will 563-326-8820 or e-mail info@ Quad City Symphony Orchestra 2nd Fiddle Sale, an
credits as they can; on Sundays; for information, call 309-756-4623,
Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, I-280 & I-92, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
the Other Side, internationally offer a number of potential evenings thecapdavenport.com, Capitol enormous selection of furniture, home furnishings, antiques,
acclaimed medium and Theatre, 330 W. 3rd St., Davenport, jewelry, furs, clothing, books, toys, games, sports equipment,
jumerscasinohotel.com, 10am thru Sun Dec 27.
clairvoyant, and star of TV’s “Life out for you and your special someone. IA, http://www.missiowa.com, collectibles, and art pieces, with all proceeds supporting the
Channel Cat Talk: Photography of Mississippi Flora and
Fauna, photo opportunities at local wildlife areas, photography
Among the Dead”, $65-$45; for Certainly, there’ll be plenty for the Sat Jun 13. orchestra’s music-education programs; refreshments and
tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Komen Quad Cities Race entertainment on opening night; for information, call 563-322-
Q&A; bring your own camera; meet near the Celebration Belle
Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson
music fans, as the theatre presents for the Cure, annual race with 0931, Quad City Symphony Orchestra, 327 Brady St., PO Box 1144,
Landing on River Drive in Moline; $12; for information, call 563-322- the Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s
Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www. proceeds benefiting the fight Davenport, IA, http://www.qcsymphony.com, Thu Jun 18 thru
2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River
PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Sun Spring Pops, featuring the music of against breast cancer; 5K and 1.2- Sat Jun 20.
Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 2, Thu
Jun 7. mile family run; for information, The Garden Party: A Night of Classic Elegance, dinner,
Jun 4, Tue Jul 14, and Thu Jul 16.
River Action’s Summer Zed Leppelin, on May 30, pop classics call 877-921-CURE or 563-421- music, silent auction, and more under the Events Canopy; $50;
Tuesday Night Trivia, live trivia on Tuesdays; for information,
call 563-359-1015, Uptown Neighborhood Bar and Grill, 2340
Tour: City of Buffalo, tours with “Mr. Las Vegas” Wayne Newton CURE, i wireless Center, 1201 River RSVP to Marissa at 309-794-0991, ext 26 or e-mail accounts@
depart promptly at 1pm; bring Dr, Moline, IL, 8pm Sat Jun 13. qcgardens.com, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock
Spruce Hills Dr., Bettendorf, IA, 7pm thru Tue Dec 29.
your own refreshments; $10-$12; on June 12, alternative rock with O.A.R. PrimeTimes Expo, in the Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 19.
North American Midway Carnival, fabulous rides, games,
and attractions; for information, call Marketing Director Darcy Jacks
for information and to register, call on June 16, the Ultimate Doo-Wop Exhibit Hall; $2; for information, Trivia Night Fundraiser, teams of 8, silent auction, door and
563-322-2969, River Action, 822 call 309-673-8900, Peoria cash prizes, cash bar; 6:30pm doors, 7pm trivia; $10/person; for
at 563-391-6773, NorthPark Mall, Between Harrison and Welcome
E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://
Show – a kickin’ benefit for Bethany Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson information and to register, call 309-736-5737, Wells Fargo, 23rd
Way on E. Kimberly, Davenport, IA, Wed Jun 3 thru Sun Jun 7.
Quad City Botanical Center Urban Market, arts &
www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm for Children & Families – on June 20, Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www. Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Fri Jun 19.
Sun Jun 7. and the inspirational stylings of the PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 9am Sat Private Garden Design Tour 2009, a tour of six select
entertainment, produce, plants, and area food vendors in the
Explore the River Sunday Jun 13. Iowa & Illinois gardens, an educational tour of garden-design
parking lot and circle drive; on Thursdays; for information, call
Tours, featuring tours of Buffalo, David Crowder Band, with special guest Quad Cities Bicycle Club elements, free plants, demos, handouts, a lecture with National
Megan at 309-794-0991, ext 25 or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com,
Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://
LeClaire, Rapids City, Hampton, Andrew Landers, on July 19. Music will Group Leisure Bicycle Ride to garden Speaker and author Roy Diblik; Fri 4pm, Sat 10am; $25; for
Port Byron, and Princeton; on Geneseo, Cordova Grade School, information, call 563-323-3298, Vander Veer Botanical Center, 215
www.qcgardens.com, 4pm Thu Jun 4 thru Thu Jun 25.
Sundays; for information, call combine with dance and the words of Vivian Norton, 563-355-1899; Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.citydavenportiowa.com,
Lisa Williams: Voices from the Other Side, internationally
acclaimed medium and clairvoyant, and star of TV’s “Life Among
563-322-2969, River Action, 822 Pulitzer Prize-winner Frank McCourt in general public welcome, 8am Sat Fri Jun 19 and Sat Jun 20.
E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http:// Jun 13. Quad Cities Bicycle Club Group Bicycle Ride to Bishop
the Dead”; $64-$44; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, http://www.
www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm June 19’s Echoes of Ireland: The Musical; Annual Unitarian Church Hill, Geneseo City Park, Jeff Boden, 309-792-1585; general public
adlertheatre.com, 7:30pm Fri Jun 5.
Dick-n-Sons Lumber Complex 2009 Car Show, no entry fee;
Sun Jun 7 thru Sun Aug 30. Lifetime Television clairvoyant Lisa Rummage Sale, for information, welcome, 8am Sat Jun 20.
Business Showcase, exhibit, call 563-359-0816, Unitarian Riverine Walk: Clock Tower Tours, history about the use
on the first Friday of the month; for information, call 563-381-3220,
demonstrate, and samples of
Williams, the star of Life Among the Church of Davenport, 3707 of the Rock Island Arsenal building, how it’s changed, and what
Dick’n’Sons Lumber & Flower Shop, 235 N. Oak Lane, Blue Grass, IA, Dead and Voices from the Other Side,
products and services from area Eastern Ave, Davenport, IA, http:// it’s used for today; see the inner workings of the clock; $5; for
6pm Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Aug 7.
professionals; for information, call will “read” members of her Davenport www.qcuu.net, Sat Jun 13. information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.
Andover Colonial Days Festival, featuring a fundraising
309-757-4976, i wireless Center, St. Ambrose University org, River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.
auction at 11am, a musical salute to veterans at 3pm, food,
1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http:// audience on June 5. And Blue Collar Menke Observatory Star Party, riveraction.org, 9am Sat Jun 20.
entertainment, and more; for information, call 563-324-1054 ext
223, Andover, IL, http://www.qcheritageleague.com, Sat Jun 6.
www.iwirelesscenter.com, 10am comedy will be on hand when Ron on-site 12- and 14-inch telescopes Helping a Hero Tour of Homes, inaugural benefit for families
Tue Jun 9. will be available at the St. Ambrose of injured and fallen veterans, showcasing homes built in the Fancy
QC Heritage League Spring Social, with guest speaker Dee
Brucemore in Bloom Tour, “Tater Salad” White takes over the Adler S. G. Menke Observatory for sky Creek Crossing (Andalusia), Conservancy (Milan, and Fyre Lake
Deuth on “Remember When”; for information, call 563-324-1054 ext
223, http://www.qcheritageleague.com, 2pm Sat Jun 6.
garden staff members trace on June 6. Think they’ll let him smoke viewing; visitors are welcome to (Sherrard) developments; $5/tour property; for information, call
the development of the formal bring smaller telescopes as well; 309-593-9050 or 319-325-7145, 11am Sat Jun 20 thru Sun Jun 21.
Quad Cities Bicycle Club Group Leisure Bicycle Ride to
garden and grounds from the
inside? More on the Adler’s “The Real beginning at sunset; free; for more Quad City Air Show, annual aerial celebration, featuring
LeClaire, Bettendorf trail head, Vivian Norton, 563-355-1899;
general public welcome, 8am Sat Jun 6.
original plan; learn about the ®
Date ” season – and I actually just made information, contact Dr. Robert performers, exhibits, demonstrations, vendors, and much more;
gardens’ integration of function, that up, but the theatre is welcome to Mitchell at 563-333-6141, Menke gates open at 8am and close at 5pm, air show starts around noon
Riverine Walk: Green Roof College, presentation on green
recreation, and entertainment; Observatory, Dixon, IL, http:// and finishes at 4pm; for information, call 563-285-7469 or e-mail
roofs, including costs, construction, and steps to instill a green roof;
$10-$7; reserve at 319-362-7375, use it – is available at AdlerTheatre.com. www.sau.edu/astronomy/menke, QCASBOSS@aol.com or COOKINGEZ2@aol.com, Davenport
meet at the Davenport Police Station; $5; for information, call 563-
322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E.
Brucemore’s Garden House, 224 – Mike Schulz 7pm Sat Jun 13. Municipal Airport, 9010 North Harrison Street, Davenport, IA, http://
Crescent St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, River Action’s Summer www.quadcityairshow.com, 8am Sat Jun 20 thru Sun Jun 21.
River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Sat Jun 6.
http://www.brucemore.org, 6pm Tour: City of LeClaire, tours Colors Across the River for Equality (CARE), flag display
St. Ambrose University Business and Baseball Night,
Tue Jun 9 and Thu Jun 11, 9:30am Sat Jun 13. depart promptly at 1pm; bring your own refreshments; $10-$12; across in Centennial Bridge, in conjunction with the 2009 Pride Fest;
4pm social hour allowing those in attendance to speak with
Channel Cat Talk: Mississippi Folktales and Folksongs, for information and to register, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 for information, e-mail richdhendricks@msn.com, LeClaire Park,
faculty members, alumni, and current students on the school’s
songs of the times relating to life on the river, with lore and customs E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA, 4pm Sun Jun 21.
graduate business degree programs; River Bandits game at Modern
presented by an area storyteller, folk musician, and folklorist; meet Sun Jun 14. Ride the River, bi-state tour of the Quad Cities along riverfront
Woodmen Park following; free; to reserve, contact Deb Bennett at
near the Celebration Belle Landing on River Drive in Moline; $12; for Channel Cat Talk: Biology, explore the importance of the bike trails; cruise on the Celebration Belle, ride across the Arsenal
563-333-6266 or BennettDeborahK@sau.edu, New Ventures Center,
information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. land/water interface and how terrestrial habitat and wildlife are Bridge, and more; for information, call 563-322-RIDE, Freight House,
331 W. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, 4pm Sat Jun 6.
org, River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www. important to each other; polnar grabs to view sediment shifts; the 421 W River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, Sun
Open Horse Show, open to all ages, with 40 different halter
riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 9, Thu Jun 11, Tue Jul 21, and Thu importance of substate to mussels and other invertebrates; meet Jun 21.
and performance classes to choose from, including English,
Jul 23. near the Celebration Belle Landing on River Drive in Moline; $12; for Ride the River Stop at the Hampton Historical Society, for
Hunter Hack, 4-H Alumni Pleasure, Western Barrels, Flags, Catalog,
MVP Flood Documentary and Time Capsule Presentation, information, call 563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. information, call 563-324-1054 ext 223, Hampton Heritage Center,
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Sun Jun 21. Park, Dick Wolbers, 563-332-9906;
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Specifically for Seniors: What Am I Going to Do Today?, general public welcome, 8am LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, 873-3491, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, Harpers
Kate King offers information on volunteer opportunities in the Sun Jun 28. Davenport, IA, Sat Jul 11. Ferry, IA, http://www.nps.gov/efmo, 8am Sat Jul 25.
Quad City area; free, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount Channel Cat Talk: Lock &
Great Mississippi Valley Fair River Action’s Summer Tour: Hamilton Lodge Trivia Night, proceeds benefit the lodge;
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Dam, a brief history of navigation Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Village of Rapids City, tours teams of 8, $10/person; for information, call Bob Durrett at 563-
Jun 24. on the Mississippi River, the U.S. depart promptly at 1pm; bring 508-9593, Hamilton Lodge, 2412 Grant Street, Bettendorf, IA, 7pm
Riverine Walk: Nahant Photography, wildlife photography Army Corps of Engineers’ role Tuesday, August 4, through Sunday, August 9 your own refreshments; $10-$12; Tue Jul 28.
at Nahant Marsh, featuring the basics of camera operation and rules in operation and maintenance for information and to register, call Taco Dinner Fundraiser, proceeds benefit the Hamilton

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of composition, lighting, and more; bring your own camera, with of the navigation system, 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 Lodge; $5; for information, call Bob Durrett at 563-508-9593,
a zoom or telephone lens recommended; $5; for information, call water-level control and dam
009’s Great E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http:// Hamilton Lodge, 2412 Grant Street, Bettendorf, IA, 5pm Tue Jul 28.
563-322-2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, operation, and more; meet near Mississippi www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm Specifically for Seniors, the 4th annual ice cream social; free,
822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 6:30pm the Celebration Belle Landing Valley Fair Sun Jul 12. Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
Wed Jun 24, 9am Sat Jun 27. on River Drive in Moline; $12; for Riverine Walk: Sylvan http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jul 29.
IAFPD 66th Annual Conference, in the Exhibit Hall; Thu 11am, information, call 563-322-2969 runs August 4 Island, learn the history of River Action’s Summer Tour: Village of Port Byron, tours
Fri 7am, Sat 7:30am; for information, call 309-673-8900, Peoria Civic or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. through 9 at the interpretive site; meet at depart promptly at 1pm; bring your own refreshments; $10-$12;
Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.iafpd.org, org, River Action, 822 E. River the entrance at 1st Street and for information and to register, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822
11am Thu Jun 25 thru Sat Jun 27. Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www. (appropriately the Moline bike trail; $5; for E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm
22nd Annual Cedar Rapids BBQ Roundup, annual event riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jun 30, enough) the information, call 563-322-2969 Sun Aug 2.
featuring national entertainment acts and world-class barbecue; Thu Jul 2, Thu Jul 2, Tue Aug 11, or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. Great Mississippi Valley Fair, rides, activities, races, vendors,
for information, call 319-398-5211, U.S. Cellular Center, 370 1st and Thu Aug 13. Mississippi Valley org, River Action, 822 E. River live music by Trace Adkins, Gary Allan, Kenny Loggins, Bill & Rich,
Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.uscellularcenter.com/BBQ/ Hamilton Lodge Trivia Fairgrounds, Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www. Alice Cooper, and Tracy Lawrence, and more; for information, call
bbqroundup.html, Thu Jun 25 thru Sun Jun 28. Night, proceeds benefit the riveraction.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 563-326-5338 or e-mail mvfair@mvfair.com, http://www.mvfair.
Friday Night Wine Down, with menu items and appetizers lodge; teams of 8, $10/person; for
and if you’re 15, 9am Sat Jul 18. com, Tue Aug 4 thru Sun Aug 9.
available, and dancing & live music with HI-FI from 7 to 10; $5 cover, information, call Bob Durrett at at all like me, St. Ambrose University Riverine Walk: Sylvan Slough Natural Area, see how
$10 food/drink minimum; reserve at 309-949-2565, Lavender Crest 563-508-9593, Hamilton Lodge, it’ll likely only Menke Observatory Star Party, demolition waste was salvaged and used as fill, paths, risers, and
Winery, 5401 US Highway 6, Colona, IL, http://www.lavendercrest. 2412 Grant Street, Bettendorf, IA,
take two words Alice Cooper on-site 12- and 14-inch telescopes walkways; discussion of innovative stormwater management
com, 5pm Fri Jun 26. 7pm Tue Jun 30. will be available at the St. Ambrose techniques including bioswales, permeable concrete, and natural
25th Annual Trek Fest Event, with actors George Takai, Taco Dinner Fundraiser, to get you psyched about this year’s S. G. Menke Observatory for sky plantings to retain water on site; $5; for information, call 563-322-
Nichelle Nichols, and Walter Koenig, who will speak and answer proceeds benefit the Hamilton viewing; visitors are welcome to 2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River
questions from the audience; $25 or $125; for information, visit Lodge; $5; for information, call outdoor extravaganza: funnel cakes. bring smaller telescopes as well; Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 6:30pm Wed Aug 5,
http://www.trekfest.com, Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Bob Durrett at 563-508-9593, If, however, you require slightly more beginning at sunset; free; for more 9am Sat Aug 8.
Highway 22, Riverside, IA, http://www.riversidecasinoandresort. Hamilton Lodge, 2412 Grant information, contact Dr. Robert Channel Cat Talk: A River Landscape Mosaic - “Changing
com, 1:15pm Sat Jun 27. Street, Bettendorf, IA, 5pm Tue
motivation to attend this nearly century- Mitchell at 563-333-6141, Menke Shapes, Changing Times”, study variations in channel
2nd Annual Gathering of Elizabeths, an attempt to break the Jun 30. old outdoor party, the fair’s organizers Observatory, Dixon, IL, http:// characteristics, shoreline conditions, and river uses in Pool 15 from
record for the largest number of people named Elizabeth gathered Clinton Riverboat Days, have also secured an outstanding roster www.sau.edu/astronomy/menke, Arsenal Island to Campbell’s Island; meet near the Celebration Belle
in one location, Apple River Fort State Historic Site, 311 E Myrtle St, annual festival featuring games, 7pm Sat Jul 18. Landing on River Drive in Moline; $12; for information, call 563-322-
Elizabeth, IL, http://www.mostelizabeths.com, Sat Jun 27. carnival rides, vendors, a car show, of musical superstars for each night of River Action’s Summer 2969 or e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River
Land of Lincoln Bus Trip, 6:30am continental breakfast at the contests, children’s activities, the festivities. Country-music luminary Tour: Village of Hampton, tours Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Thu Aug 6.
center, trip to Springfield to visit the Lincoln Museum and Library and mainstage performers Jimi depart promptly at 1pm; bring Back to School / Tax-Free Weekend, for information, call
and Lincoln’s home, dinner at Lincoln, IL’s Rusty’s Clubhouse & Grill, Jamison, Loverboy, Aaron Tippin, Trace Adkins takes the festival stage your own refreshments; $10-$12; Marketing Director Darcy Jacks at 563-391-6773, NorthPark Mall,
after-dinner stop at Russell Stover Candies Outlet Store; $95-$85; Caddle, and Lynn Allen; $30-$25 on Tuesday, with fellow chart-topper for information and to register, call Between Harrison and Welcome Way on E. Kimberly, Davenport,
for information, call Beth at 309-794-0991, ext 30 or e-mail vs@ fun card; for tickets, call 800-395- 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 IA, Fri Aug 7.
qcgardens.com, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock 7277 or 563-242-7052, Riverview Gary Allan assuming headliner duties E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http:// The Mad Potter Tea Pottery Contest and Tea Party,
Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 6:30am Sat Jun 27. Park, River Dr, Clinton, IA, http:// on Wednesday night. Pop icon Kenny www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm with contest winners revealed; proceeds benefit the Vander
QC Pride Fest 2009, celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and www.riverboatdays.org/, Thu Jul Sun Jul 19. veer Education Department; for information, call 563-323-3298,
transgender pride, themed “Winds of Change”; live music, vendors, 2 thru Sun Jul 5.
Loggins – whose vocals have inspired Rock Island County Fair, Duck Creek Lodge, 3300 E Locust St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
food, beverages; $15-$10; for information, e-mail Rich Hendricks at Red, White, and Boom!, countless groundhog boogies – plays carnival rides, lives music, citydavenportiowa.com, Sat Aug 8.
563-324-8281 or richhendricks@msn.com, LeClaire Park, River Dr & annual Fourth of July celebration the fair on Thursday, with country children’s activities, demolition Quad Cities Polo Club Charity Event, proceeds benefit the
Ripley St, Davenport, IA, 11am Sat Jun 27. in downtown Davenport and derby, livestock shows, fair queen Children’s Therapy center of the Quad Cities; 2pm gates, 5pm polo;
Quad Cities Bicycle Club Group Leisure Bicycle Ride to downtown Rock Island, http:// sensations Big & Rich set to rock pageant, talent contests, bull children’s activities include clowns, magicians, Figge Art Museum
DeWitt, Scott County park - north, Vivian Norton, 563-355-1899; www.ridistrict.com, 6pm Sat Friday’s crowd. The one and only Alice riding, hot rod truck & tractor projects, and more; $5/general admission, $50/VIP Tent admission;
general public welcome, 8am Sat Jun 27. Jul 4. pull, fireworks on Saturday, and for information, call 563-340-3845, Boeh Family Farm, 4150 Forest
Railroad Days Flea Market, sponsored by the Galesburg Channel Cat Talk: Arsenal Cooper will be there, bravely wearing more; for information, call 309- Grove Dr, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.quadcitiespoloclub.com/
Historical Society Inc.; antiques, collectibles, crafts, and Island, explore the history from black amidst the August humidity, on 796-1620 or e-mail ricofairasn@ events.html, 2pm Sun Aug 9.
junque; food and beverages available; for information, call past to present, learn about hot qconline.com, Rock Island County Riverine Walk: River Vision and Other Re-Inventions
Naomi at 309-344-1696 or Roger at 309-342-5576, or e-mail spots including the first railroad
Saturday evening, and Sunday’s fiesta Fairgrounds, 42nd Ave. & Archer Field Trip, review current projects and consider various visions
galesburghistoricalsociety@yahoo.com, Standish Park, Galesburg, bridge to cross the Mississippi, wraps up with the smooth country Drive, East Moline, IL, http:// associated with the RiverVision process; discuss the ongoing
IL, http://www.galesburgrailroaddays.org, 9am Sat Jun 27. Colonel Davenport’s home, vocals of Tracy Lawrence. All this plus rockislandcountyfair.homestead. Armory Park plans and future plans for the Sylvan Slough/
Solo Social Club: QC Pride Fest, picnic by the river, music; for Arsenal Quarters #1, and the com/, Tue Jul 21 thru Sun Jul 26. Columbia Park region; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969 or
information, call Ruby at 563-391-9069, LeClaire Park, River Dr & old Moline lock; meet near the rides, vendors, children’s activities, 4-H Riverine Walk: View of the e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
Ripley St, Davenport, IA, 11am Sat Jun 27. Celebration Belle Landing on events, parades, a horse show ... . Oh, River, local history and pre-history Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 6:30pm Wed Aug 12,
Effigy Mounds Bird Walk, led by Dennis Carter of the Upper River Drive in Moline; $12; for of the river and Quad Cities area, 6:30pm Wed Aug 19.
Iowa Chapter of the National Audubon Society; wear sturdy shoes information, call 563-322-2969 who am I kidding? Funnel cakes, baby!!! river navigation, and the past Tug Fest, arts & crafts, vendors, live music, a 5K run/walk, a
and bring binoculars, a pencil, and water; for information, call 562- or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. For more on the Great Mississippi and present river development; rib cook-off, and a tug o’ war between Iowa and Illinois across
873-3491, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, Harpers org, River Action, 822 E. River meet at the large pavilion east of the Mississippi River; for information, call 563-289-3946, LeClaire
Ferry, IA, http://www.nps.gov/efmo, 8am Sat Jun 27. Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www. Valley Fair’s headliners and attractions, Potter Lake in Sunset Park; $5; for Riverfront, LeClaire, IA, http://www.tugfest.com/home, Fri Aug 14
Blossoms at Butterworth, annual summer celebration, riveraction.org, 9am Tue Jul 7, visit MVFair.com. information, call 563-322-2969 and Sat Aug 15.
featuring family activities, tours of the Butterworth center and Tue Jul 7, Thu Jul 9, Tue Aug 18, or e-mail riveraction@riveraction. River Action’s Summer Tour: City of Princeton, tours depart
Deere-Wimam House, live music with the Bix Beiderbecke and Thu Aug 20.
– Mike Schulz org, River Action, 822 E. River promptly at 1pm; bring your own refreshments; $10-$12; for
Youth Band, games, antique cars, Niabi Zoo presentations, the SouthPark Mall Super Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www. information and to register, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 E.
QC Jugglers, and more; free; for information, call 309-765-7970, Sales, mall-wide sales during regular mall hours; for information, riveraction.org, 6:30pm Wed Jul 22, 9am Sat Jul 25. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 12:45pm Sun
Butterworth Center, 1105 8th Street, Moline, IL, http://www. call Darcy at 309-797-8450, SouthPark Mall, 4500 16th St, Moline, IL, 22nd Annual “Bix Porch Party”, with live jazz music from Aug 16.
butterworthcenter.com, 12pm Sun Jun 28. 5pm Thu Jul 9 thru Mon Jul 13. Don Estes’ Prairie Ramblers, hot dogs, popcorn, lemonade, and 2009 Iowa State Fair, with musical headliners including Kelly
Friends of the Muscatine Art Center Annual Ice Cream Super Sales Event, sales and specials throughout the mall; more, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, Clarkson, Journey, Brooks & Dunn, and more; for information, call
Social, live entertainment, children’s games, pony cart rides, for information, call Marketing Director Darcy Jacks at 563-391- IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 11:30am Thu Jul 23. 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA, http://www.
a Moon Jump, and homemade pies, cakes, and ice cream; for 6773, NorthPark Mall, Between Harrison and Welcome Way on E. Bix 7 Road Race, the 35th anniversary of one of the United iowastatefair.org, Thu Aug 13 thru Sun Aug 23.
information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Kimberly, Davenport, IA, Thu Jul 9 thru Mon Jul 13. States’ most prestigious and challenging races; for information, call St. Ambrose University Menke Observatory Star Party, on-
Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, Praise on the River, a day of free food, music, fellowship, 563-383-2489, Downtown Davenport, Davenport, IA, http://www. site 12- and 14-inch telescopes will be available at the St. Ambrose
1pm Sun Jun 28. and fun, organized by Churches United and area churches of bix7.com/2009/, 8am Sat Jul 25. S. G. Menke Observatory for sky viewing; visitors are welcome to
Quad Cities Bicycle Club Group Bicycle Ride “Out and varied denominational backgrounds; for information, contact Effigy Mounds Bird Walk, led by Dennis Carter of the Upper bring smaller telescopes as well; beginning at sunset; free; for more

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information, contact Dr. Robert Mitchell at 563-333-6141, Menke
Observatory, Dixon, IL, http://www.sau.edu/astronomy/menke,
7pm Sat Aug 15.
2009 Iowa State Fair featuring the Deery Brothers
Summer Series for Late Models, 5:30pm Hot Laps, 6pm races;
$15-$5; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa State Fairgrounds,
Des Moines, IA, http://www.iowastatefair.org, Tue Aug 18.
2009 Iowa State Fair Grand Outlaw National Tractor and
Truck Pull; 2pm; $20-$10; for information, call 800-545-FAIR, Iowa
State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IA, http://www.iowastatefair.org,
Wed Aug 19.
Celtic Highland Games of the Quad Cities, annual festival
featuring Scottish athletics, bagpipe performances, Highland
dance, family events, Celtic music, heritage, food, and vendors;
events from 9am-5pm, Ceilidh music and dance party 6-11pm in
the Starlight Ballroom; for information, call 309-794-0449 or e-mail
infocelt@celtichighlandgames.org, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds,
2815 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, http://www.celtichighlandgames.
org, 9am Sat Aug 22.
Riverine Walk: Black Hawk War and the Origins of
Midwestern Identity, Algonquin and American land-use
patterns, a long view of the American Revolution from 1763 to
1832, and the consequences of the Indian Removal Act and the
Black Hawk War of 1832; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969 or
e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Sat Aug 22.
Hamilton Lodge Trivia Night, proceeds benefit the lodge;
teams of 8, $10/person; for information, call Bob Durrett at 563-
508-9593, Hamilton Lodge, 2412 Grant Street, Bettendorf, IA, 7pm
Tue Aug 25.
Taco Dinner Fundraiser, proceeds benefit the Hamilton
Lodge; $5; for information, call Bob Durrett at 563-508-9593,
Hamilton Lodge, 2412 Grant Street, Bettendorf, IA, 5pm Tue Aug
25.
Specifically for Seniors: The Golden Age of Radio, lecture
by Black Hawk College Professor Emeritus Bill Hannan; hear the
sounds from yesteryear and reminisce about radio’s great past;
free, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Wed Aug 26.
Riverine Walk: Stormwater Management Practices,
follow a drop of rain through its travels to the river; meet at Rock
Island Public Works at 1309 Mill St.; tour five rain gardens and
learn about options for your residence with assistant director of
public works Tom Ridder; $5; for information, call 563-322-2969 or
e-mail riveraction@riveraction.org, River Action, 822 E. River Dr.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 6:30pm Wed Aug 26,
6:30pm Sat Aug 29.
Princeton Days, annual weekend celebration featuring river
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and boating activities, street painting, an art exhibit, a parade,
vendors, a car show, and free activities for children, Princeton Days,
River Drive, Princeton, IA, http://www.princetoniowa.us/schedule.
htm, Fri Aug 28 thru Sun Aug 30.
80th Anniversary of the Graf Zeppelin Airship Visit,
featuring performances by Susan McPeters and the Quad
City Brass Quintet; poetry and story readings, and more;
food and refreshments available; free; for information, e-mail
schuetzenpark@aol.com, Schuetzen Park Historic Site, 700 Waverly
Rd, Davenport, IA, Sat Aug 29.
Effigy Mounds Bird Walk, led by Dennis Carter of the Upper
Iowa Chapter of the National Audubon Society; wear sturdy shoes
and bring binoculars, a pencil, and water; for information, call 562-
873-3491, Effigy Mounds National Monument, 151 Hwy 76, Harpers
Ferry, IA, http://www.nps.gov/efmo, 8am Sat Aug 29.
Open Mic Night, on the last Wed. of the month; $3; 7:30pm
sign-up, 8pm show; for information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, 8pm thru Wed Dec 30.
Open Mic Contest - Finals, $5; for information, call 319-362-
8133, Clarion Hotel and Convention Center, 525 33rd Ave SW, Cedar
Rapids, IA, http://www.clarioncr.com, 8pm Thu May 28.
Don Reese - Ed Zipper, for information, call 563-324-LAFF,
Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php, 8pm
Fri May 29 and Sat May 30.
Joel McHale, “Talk Soup” host on his stand-up tour; $60-$45;
for tickets, call 877-677-3456, http://www.riversidecasinoandresort.
com, 8pm Fri May 29.
Comedy Sportz, two teams of improv comics compete, and
you’re the judge; Fri.-Sat.; $10 advance, $12 door; for reservations,
call 786-7733 extension 2, Comedy Sportz, 1818 3rd Ave., Rock
Island, IL, http://www.myspace.com/cszqc, 7pm thru Sat Dec 26.
Ron Feingold, a cappella comedian; for information, call
563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA,
http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.
php, 7:30pm Thu Jun 4 thru Sat Jun 6.
Ron White, Blue Collar comedian in his Behavioral Problems
Tour; $42.75; for tickets, call 563-326-8555, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat Jun 6.
Damon Wayans Jr., for information, call 563-324-LAFF,
Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
7:30pm Fri Jun 12 and Sat Jun 13.
Paul Rodriguez, stand-up comedian; $25-$20; for tickets, call
800-THE-ISLE, Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 1777 Isle
Parkway, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.theislebettendorf.com, 7:30pm
Fri Jun 12.
“Uncle Lar” Larry Reeb, for information, call 563-324-LAFF,
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Brian Bradley - Brian Hicks, for information, call 563-324- 7:30pm Fri Aug 28 and Sat Aug 29.
LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://
www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
7:30pm Thu Jun 25 thru Sat Jun 27.
James Ervin Berry - Chris Schlicting, for tickets, call 563-
324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA,
Landlocked Film Festival Call for Entries, seeking entries
http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.
for 2009 festival, held Aug 27-30; accepting films in categories of
php, 7:30pm Thu Jul 2 thru Sat Jul 4.
narrative and documentary feature-length and shorts, animated,
Monty Python’s Flying Circus, a Pearl City Players’ production
and student; for information, e-mail info@landlockedfilmfestival.
of classic skits including “Dead Parrot,”“The Lumberjack Song,”
org, Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://
“Spam Spam Spam,”“Cheese Shop,”“Nudge Nudge Wink Wink,” and
www.landlockedfilmfestival.org, thru Sun May 31.
more; for information, call Marie Press at 563-607-7127, Muscatine,
Kilimanjaro: To the Roof of Africa, a new IMAX adventure;
IA, Fri Jul 3 and Sat Jul 4.
$8.50-$6.50; for information and showtimes, call 563-324-1933,
Chad Daniels - Mike Marvell, for tickets, call 563-324-LAFF,
Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA,
Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
http://www.putnam.org, thru Thu Oct 1.
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
Under the Sea 3-D, an oceanic adventure; $8.50-$6.50; for
7:30pm Thu Jul 9 thru Sat Jul 11.
information and showtimes, call 563-324-1933, Putnam Museum &
Jim Wand, comedy hypnotist; for information, call 563-324-
IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.putnam.
LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://
org, thru Thu Sep 3.
www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
The 48 Hour Film Project Five-Year Celebration, celebratory
7:30pm Thu Jul 16 thru Sat, Jul 18.
screening of highlights from the project’s history; representatives
Wild Bill Bauer - Patrick Bauer, for information, call 563-324-
from the 48 Hour Film Project on hand to answer questions about
LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://
the 2009 event, running July 24-26; for information, visit http://
www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
www.48hourfilm.com/desmoines, Levitt Auditorium - Des Moines
7:30pm Thu Jul 23 thru Sat Jul 25.
Art Center, 4700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA, http://www.
Kevin Williams - Kristie McHugh, for information, call 563-
desmoinesartcenter.org, 7pm Thu May 28.
324-LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA,
Sicko, Michael Moore’s Oscar-nominated documentary
http://www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.
on the health-care system at 8pm, preceded by community
php, 7:30pm Thu Jul 30 thru Sat Aug 1.
potluck at 6:30pm; discussion following the film; sponsored by
Craig Shoemaker, for information, call 563-324-LAFF,
Women for Peace-Iowa and Art Cinema: Free Friday Night Flicks;
Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
free; for information, call 319-360-5119, Paul Engle Center for
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
Neighborhood Arts, 1600 4th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
7:30pm Thu Aug 6 thru Sat Aug 8.
womenforpeace-iowa.org, 6:30pm Fri May 29.
Mrs. Hughes, “America’s Funniest Grandma” in concert; for
Monsters vs. Aliens 3-D, the animated comedy in IMAX 3D;
information, call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Circa ’21 Dinner
$8.50-$6.50; for information and showtimes, call 563-324-1933,
Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com,
Putnam Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA,
Thu Aug 6 and Fri Aug 7.
http://www.putnam.org, Fri May 29 thru Thu Jun 25.
Scott Novotny - Teague Hayes, for information, call 563-324-
The Choking Man, blend of drama and magical realism from
LAFF, Penguin’s Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://
famed music-video director Steve Barron; screening in the 5th
www.qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
Annual Independent Film Series; in the 2nd floor Community
7:30pm Thu Aug 13 thru Sat Aug 15.
Room; free; for information, call 309-732-READ, Rock Island Public
Sean Kent, for information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s
Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, 6pm Thu Jun 4.
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Star Trek: The IMAX Experience, the sci-fi hit in IMAX format;
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
$10-$7; for information and showtimes, call 563-324-1933, Putnam
7:30pm Thu Aug 20 thru Sat Aug 22.
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://
John Bush, for information, call 563-324-LAFF, Penguin’s
www.putnam.org, Fri Jun 12 thru Thu Jul 16.
Comedy Club, 421 River Dr, Davenport, IA, http://www.
Cool Runnings, John Candy bobsled comedy; a presentation
qcfreighthouse.com/penguinsComedyClub.upcoming.php,
in the MidWestOne Bank Free Movie Schedule; music, special
7:30pm Thu Aug 27.
activities prior to the sunset screening; for information, call 319-
337-7944, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa
City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule, 8pm
Sat Jun 13.
Kung Fu Panda, animated hit, presented by the Bettendorf
Chamber of Commerce; free, Veterans Memorial Park Bandshell,
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorfchamber.com, 9pm Sat
Jun 13.
The Wizard of Oz, the classic 1939 movie, in a Genesis
HealthQuest Film Series presentation; donations accepted, Adler
Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com,
2pm Thu Jun 18.
Friday Films @ Fairmount, a series of the best musicals
ever made; free refreshments and fun for all ages, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jun 19 thru Fri Aug 7.
Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein / Abbott & Costello
Meet the Wolfman, classic slapstick comedies, with a 7:45pm
performance by the Iowa City Community Band; a presentation in
the MidWestOne Bank Free Movie Schedule; for information, call
319-337-7944, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa,
Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule,
8pm Sat Jun 20.
The Adventures of Robin Hood, Errol Flynn’s classic
adventure presented by Scott Tunnicliff; discussion afterward; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.
com, 6:30pm Thu Jun 25.
Teen Movie Matinee, for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Thu Jun 25.
Family Movie Night, free movie shown on a 40-foot outdoor
screen, beginning at dusk; children’s activities at 6:30pm; bring lawn
chairs; for information, call 563-323-3298, Vander Veer Park, 215 W
Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.citydavenportiowa.com,
6:30pm Fri Jun 26.
Night at the Museum 2, the comedy-adventure sequel in
IMAX format; $10-$7; for information and showtimes, call 563-324-
1933, http://www.putnam.org, Fri Jun 26 thru Thu Jul 30.
Beetlejuice, Tim Burton’s supernatural comedy; a presentation
in the MidWestOne Bank Free Movie Schedule; music, special
activities prior to the sunset screening; for information, call 319-
337-7944, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa
City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule, 8pm
Sat Jun 27.
Remember the Titans, inspiration football drama with Denzel
Washington; a presentation in the MidWestOne Bank Free Movie
Schedule; music, special activities prior to the sunset screening;
for information, call 319-337-7944, University of Iowa Pentacrest,
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.
org/movies/Schedule, 8pm Sat Jul 11.
Our Very Own, with Allison Janney and Keith Carradine; a
screening in the Off Beat Independent Film Series; refreshments
served, discussion afterwards; free, Fairmount Street Library, 3000
N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
6pm Wed Jul 15.
Lost Nation: The Ioway, documentary on early Native
American Iowans, by local filmmakers Kelly and Tammy Rundle;
free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jul 16.
Making “Lost Nation: The Ioway”, local filmmakers Kelly
and Tammy Rundle discuss the making of their documentary, and
the creative process behind their films; free; for information, call
563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2:30pm Thu
Jul 16.
A League of Their Own, comedy about the first all-women’s
baseball league; a presentation in the MidWestOne Bank Free
Movie Schedule; music, special activities prior to the sunset
screening; for information, call 319-337-7944, University of
Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule, 8pm Sat Jul 18.
Teen Movie Matinee, for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2:30pm Thu Jul 23.
Arsenic & Old Lace, classic Cary Grant comedy about a pair
of murderous senior citizens; a presentation in the MidWestOne
Bank Free Movie Schedule; music, special activities prior to the
sunset screening; for information, call 319-337-7944, University
of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule, 8pm Sat Jul 25.
48 Hour Film Project, screenings of the entries in local contest,
where filmmakers write, shoot, score, and edit a movie in 48 hours;
for information, call 515-229-4515 or e-mail samtumoi@gmail.
com, Fleur Cinema and Cafe, 4545 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, http://
www.48hourfilm.com/desmoines, Wed Jul 29.
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, the action-packed
sequel in IMAX format; $10-$7; for information and showtimes, call
563-324-1933, http://www.putnam.org, Fri Jul 31 thru Thu Sep 3.
Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Steven Spielberg’s
sci-fi classic; a presentation in the MidWestOne Bank Free Movie
Schedule; music, special activities prior to the sunset screening;
for information, call 319-337-7944, University of Iowa Pentacrest,
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.
org/movies/Schedule, 8pm Sat Aug 1.
48 Hour Film Project: Best of City Screening & Awards
Ceremony, screenings of the top 12 judged films in local contest,
where filmmakers write, shoot, score, and edit a movie in 48 hours;
for information, call 515-229-4515 or e-mail samtumoi@gmail.
com, Fleur Cinema and Cafe, 4545 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA, http://
www.48hourfilm.com/desmoines, Thu Aug 13.
The Wizard of Oz, the 1939 Judy Garland classic; a
presentation in the MidWestOne Bank Free Movie Schedule; music,
special activities prior to the sunset screening; for information, call
319-337-7944, University of Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa,
Iowa City, IA, http://www.summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule,
8pm Sat Aug 15.
My Left Foot, with Daniel Day-Lewis in his Oscar-winning role
as artist Christy Brown; a screening in the Off Beat Independent
Film Series; refreshments served, discussion afterward; free,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Wed Aug 19.
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, John Hughes comedy starring
Matthew Broderick; a presentation in the MidWestOne Bank
Free Movie Schedule; music, special activities prior to the sunset
screening; for information, call 319-337-7944, University of
Iowa Pentacrest, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, http://www.
summerofthearts.org/movies/Schedule, 8pm Sat Aug 22.
Landlocked Film Festival, annual festival featuring narrative
and documentary features and shorts, animated films, and student
works; for information, e-mail info@landlockedfilmfestival.org,
Englert Theatre, 221 East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.
landlockedfilmfestival.org, Thu Aug 27 thru Sun Aug 30.
GPS Adventures, traveling exhibit featuring treasure hunting,
hands-on activities, examples of GPS technology in use today,
coming developments, and more; free with museum admission;
for information, call 563-324-1933, http://www.putnam.org, thru
Mon Sep 7.
Iowa A - Z: The History and Culture of Iowa, an alphabetical
celebration of the state’s culture and achievements, featuring
artifacts from 40 different lenders; for information, call 319-643-
5301, Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum, Off I-80 at exit 254,
West Branch, IA, http://www.hoover.archives.gov, 9am thru Sun
Nov 1.
Free First Monday Night at the Family Museum, sponsored
in partnership with Target, free admission on the first Monday of
the month, from 5-8pm; for information, call 563-344-4106, Family
Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr, Bettendorf, IA, 5pm Mon
Jun 1.
Martinis to the Max, music, appetizers, the IMAX film “Jane
Goodall’s Wild Chimpanzees,” and fabulous martinis; to reserve, call
563-324-1054, ext 258 or e-mail thompson@putnam.org, Putnam
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://
www.putnam.org, 5pm Thu Jun 18.
Martinis to the Max, music, appetizers, the IMAX film “Fighter
Pilot: Operation Red Flag,” and fabulous martinis; to reserve, call
563-324-1054, ext 258 or e-mail thompson@putnam.org, Putnam
Museum & IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://
www.putnam.org, 5pm Thu Jul 16.
Martinis to the Max, music, appetizers, the IMAX film “Coral
Reef Adventure,” and fabulous martinis; to reserve, call 563-324-
1054, ext 258 or e-mail thompson@putnam.org, Putnam Museum
& IMAX Theatre, 1717 W 12th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
putnam.org, 5pm Thu Aug 20.
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Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; $10-$6; for tickets,
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Wed May 27.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Clinton LumberKings; fireworks after;
$10-$6; for tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW
Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Thu
May 28.
Cordova Dragway 2009 Season, dates and times vary; Fridays
thru Sundays; $25-$3; for schedule information, call 309-654-2110,
Cordova Dragway, 10 Miles north of I-80 on IL Rt. 84, Cordova, IL,
http://www.cordovadrag.com, Fri May 29 thru Sat Oct 31.
Davenport Fraternal Order of Eagles’ Clash at the Club
for the International Eagles’ Diabetes Research Center,
motorcycle show; $10-$7; all proceeds benefit the research center
at the University of Iowa; for information, call 563-340-3269,
Davenport Aerie, 4401 W. Locust St, Davenport, IA, 5pm Sat May
30.
Arrowhead Golfing Day, golfers of all skill levels welcome;
sponsored by Arrowhead Ranch Inc.; for information or to register,
call Nancy at 309-799-7044, ext 225, TPC at Deere Run, 3100
Heather Knoll, Silvis, IL, http://www.arrowheadranchinc.com, Mon
Jun 1.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Tue Jun 2.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Tue Jun 2.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Wed Jun 3.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Wed Jun 3.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Thu Jun 4.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Thu Jun 4.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; fireworks after; $10-$6;
for tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson,
Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 5.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Fri Jun 5.
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Bike Demo Days, presented by Friends of Off-Road Cycling;
with representatives from Factory Giant and Bike N Hike; open
to ages 11 and above; Fri 1pm, Sat 10am; all participants must
have their own helmets, Sunderbruch Park, 4500 Telegraph Rd,
Davenport, IA, http://www.qcforc.org, 3pm Fri Jun 5 and Sat Jun 6.
Mountain Biking 101, presented by Friends of Off-Road
Cycling; covering rider etiquette, equipment and maintenance,
mountain biking techniques and strategy, and wraps up with a
group ride, Sunderbruch Park, 4500 Telegraph Rd, Davenport, IA,
http://www.qcforc.org, 9am Sat Jun 6.
Peoria Pirates vs. Green Bay Blizzard, arena football; $8-$60;
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson
Ave, Peoria, IL, http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Sat Jun 6.
Quad City Rollers, women’s flat track roller derby; vs the
Old Capitol Rollers; $8-$10; for information, visit MySpace.com/
quadcityrollers, RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat
Jun 6.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 6pm Sat Jun 6.
QC Steamwheelers vs. Iowa Barnstormers, arena football;
$50-$12; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River
Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:05pm Sat Jun 6.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 5pm Sun Jun 7.
Paint the Park Pink, a complimentary ball game and
picnic dinner for breast cancer survivors, in conjunction with
the 20th annual Komen Quad Cities Race for the Cure; the first
400 registrants receive a pink cooler; silent auction and bachelor
auction; free for survivors, for those attending with a survivor
- $15/meal & game, $5/game only; 4pm doors, 6pm game; for
information, call 563-391-1045 or 563-370-8925, Modern Woodmen
Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://www.komenquadcities.
org, 4pm Sun Jun 7.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Mon Jun 8.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Tue Jun 9.
Quad Cities & North Scott I-CLUB Golf Outing and
Banquet, golf includes 18 holes with a cart, a four-person best
ball format, gift certificates for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, and more; 11:30am
golf check-in, 12:30pm shotgun start, 5:30pm social hour, 6:30pm
dinner, 7:30pm program; $150-$135; for tickets and information,
call Tim at 563-650-3606 or Katie at 563-441-6582, Davenport
Country Club, 25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley, IA, http://www.
bettendorfchamber.com, 11:30am Wed Jun 10.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Wed Jun 10.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Jun 10.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Thu Jun 11.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Thu Jun 11.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Fri Jun 12.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Fri Jun 12.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Sat Jun 13.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Cedar Rapids Kernels;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Sat Jun 13.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Quad Cities River Bandits; $10-$6; for
tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL,
http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 2pm Sun Jun 14.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Quad Cities River Bandits; $10-$6; for
tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL,
http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Mon Jun 15.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Quad Cities River Bandits; $10-$6; for
tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL,
http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Tue Jun 16.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Quad Cities River Bandits; $10-$6; for
tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL,
http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm, Wed Jun 17.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Burlington Bees; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Thu Jun 18.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Burlington Bees; fireworks after; $10-
$6; for tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson,
Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Fri Jun 19.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Burlington Bees; fireworks after; $10-
$6; for tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson,
Peoria, IL, http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Sat Jun 20.
Cordova Dragway Junior Fest of Drag Racing, featuring
outlaw racing, index racing, the NHRA junior dragster challenge,
and more; for information, call 309-654-2110, Cordova Dragway,
10 Miles north of I-80 on IL Rt. 84, Cordova, IL, http://www.
cordovadrag.com, Sat Jun 20.
Peoria Pirates vs. Albany Firebirds, arena football; $8-$60; for
tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave,
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Peoria, IL, http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Sat Jun 20.
WWE RAW Live Presents the SummerSlam Tour, featuring
RAW superstars John Cena, Triple H, Batista, Randy Orton, Matt
Hardy, The Big Show, MVP, and more; $15-$55; for tickets, call 800-
745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.
iwirelesscenter.com, 7:30pm Sat Jun 20.
Cordova Dragway Junior Fest of Drag Racing, featuring
outlaw racing, index racing, the NHRA junior dragster callenge,
and more; for information, call 309-654-2110, Cordova Dragway,
10 Miles north of I-80 on IL Rt. 84, Cordova, IL, http://www.
cordovadrag.com, Sun Jun 21.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Burlington Bees; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 2pm Sun Jun 21.
MWL All-Star Game, the Quad Cities River Bandits vs the
Clinton LumberKings; $12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern
Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Tue Jun 23.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Thu Jun 25.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Thu Jun 25.
Cordova Dragway Nostalgia Fest, featuring Grand Marshall
Roland Leong, nitro nostalgia funny cars, match races, and more;
$20; for information, call 309-654-2110, Cordova Dragway, 10 Miles
north of I-80 on IL Rt. 84, Cordova, IL, http://www.cordovadrag.com,
9am Fri Jun 26.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Fri Jun 26.
Dodgeball Showdown, presented by the Daiquiri Factory; for
information, call 309-788-6311, http://www.daiquirifactory.com,
Fri Jun 26.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Beloit Snappers; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Fri Jun 26.
4th Annual Charity Golf Event, hosted by the Quad City
Parrot Head Club, with proceeds benefiting people with disabilities
through riding programs provided by the New Kingdom Trailriders;
for information, call Barbara Clauson at 309-787-0627 or e-mail
info@nktriders.org, Indian Bluff Golf Course, 6200 78th Ave, Milan,
IL, http://www.nktriders.org, Sat Jun 27.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Beloit Snappers; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Sat Jun 27.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 6pm Sat Jun 27.
Cordova Dragway Nostalgia Fest, featuring Grand Marshall
Roland Leong, nitro nostalgia funny cars, match races, and more;
$25; for information, call 309-654-2110, Cordova Dragway, 10 Miles
north of I-80 on IL Rt. 84, Cordova, IL, http://www.cordovadrag.com,
8am Sat Jun 27.
QC Steamwheelers vs. Manchester Wolves, arena football;
$50-$12; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River
Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:05pm Sat Jun 27.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Beloit Snappers; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Sat Jun 27.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Kane County Cougars;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 5pm Sun Jun 28.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Burlington Bees; $12-$5; for
tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, 7pm Tue Jun 30.
Faith Night at the Quad City River Bandits Game,
sponsored by Churches United; bring non-perishable food items
for the pantry drive; 5;30pm gates, 7pm game, Modern Woodmen
Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://www.churchesunited.
net, 7pm Wed Jul 1.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Burlington Bees; $12-$5; for
tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Jul 1.
Quad Cities River Bandits Faith Night, hosted by Churches
United; with 6pm performances by area youth bands and a
canned-food drive benefiting local food pantries; for information,
call Churches United at 309-786-5916, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, http://www.churchesunited.net, 7pm
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Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Burlington Bees; $12-$5; for
tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, 7pm Thu Jul 2.
Peoria Pirates vs. Quad City Steamwheelers, $60-$8; for
tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave,
Peoria, IL, http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 6pm Fri Jul 3.
Cordova Dragway Midnight Mayhem, “street legal all out
drag racing fun”; featuring domestic and import shoot-outs, the
Smokey Burn-Out Contest; mobile wiring dB drags, the Flag Girl
Contest, and more; for information, call 309-654-2110, Cordova
Dragway, 10 Miles north of I-80 on IL Rt. 84, Cordova, IL, http://
www.cordovadrag.com, 11pm Fri Jul 3 thru Sat Jul 4.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Burlington Bees; $12-$5; for
tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Friday • June 5 • 7:30PM
Davenport, IA, 7pm Fri Jul 3.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL, http://
a d l e r T h e aT r e
www.peoriachiefs.com, 5pm Sat Jul 4.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Sat Jul 4.
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Event Exhibit
The Brussels-
born Adé
attended New
social justice.
Years after their deaths – his in 1979, and
hers in 2002 – St. Ambrose opened an exhibit i
Lisa Williams: Messages from Beyond Ned & Adé: Contemporaries in York’s National their honor titled Ned & Adé: Contemporaries
Adler Theatre Academy of in Liturgical Art, which was on display from
Friday, June 5, 7:30 p.m.
Liturgical Art Design and June 3 through July 24, 2009. It presented its
Catich Gallery, St. Ambrose University Cooper Union, viewers with a detailed and captivating look
became a noted at the duo’s contributions to the history of

G reat Britain’s Lisa Williams arrives at Davenport’s Adler
Theatre on June 5, and if you were curious about just
how famous she is, you should know that she claims to
have spoken to Ray Charles, Marilyn Monroe, Bob Hope,
and Princess Diana. Pretty impressive, especially when you
consider that they were deceased at the time.
The star of the Lifetime Television specials Lisa Williams:
Life Among the Dead and Lisa Williams: Voices from the
Other Side, Williams
is an internationally
recognized medium and
clairvoyant whose gifts
for communicating with
spirits have endeared her to
Wednesday, June 3, through Friday, June 24
O nce upon a time, there were two artists
– Reverend E.M. “Ned” Catich and
Adé Bethune (pictured) – who specialized in
liturgical art.
The Montana-born “Ned” held degrees from
St. Ambrose University and the University of
Iowa, founded St. Ambrose’s art department,
and worked in the mediums of calligraphy,
slate inscription, stained glass, watercolors, and
prints.
consultant
to church
architects, and
worked in the
mediums of woodcarving, textiles, stained glass,
mosaics, and pottery.
Both shared a passion for the updating and
modernizing of sacred art, collaborated on the
newsletter Catholic Art Quarterly, and dedicated
themselves to making liturgical art relevant to
modern audiences through alternative materials,
new media, and forward-thinking views on
sacred art, exploring the themes of saintly
iconography through some of its subjects’ fines
accomplishments.
And art connoisseurs throughout the Quad
Cities lived happily ever after.
The exhibit’s opening reception will take pla
from 5 to 7 p.m. on June 5 – with SAU faculty
member Jim Van Speybroeck performing live
on the harp – and more information on Ned &
Adé: Contemporaries in Liturgical Art is availab
by calling (563)333-6444 or visiting http://web.
SAU.edu/Catich.

Dance
impassioned fans worldwide.
flirty, playful piece
During her Adler event,
in which dancers
Williams will perform
are swimmers
random readings on
audience members and share Ballet Under the Stars and the ocean
... it’s very jazzy
messages from departed Lincoln Park and not balletic,”
loved ones, and even if Friday, June 5, through Sunday, June 7, 8 says Cook – plus
you’re not seeking a personal a series of short
experience with “the other p.m. dance offerings
side,” the evening should provide fascinating insight into a and segments with

clairvoyant’s process.
Meanwhile, if you’re looking to strengthen your own
psychic abilities, Williams – in an interview with acclaimed
medium Erin Pavlina – offered these words: “You have to
work at your own pace. Don’t expect too much on your
first attempt, but get a pen and pad and close your eyes and
meditate.” I implore you, though, to heed Williams’ advice
sparingly. I employed her principles when writing this What’s
Happenin’ piece, and then Jeff docked me an hour’s pay for
napping on the job.
Tickets to Messages from Beyond range from $44 to
$64 and are available by calling (800)745-3000 or visiting
AdlerTheatre.com.
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whom Cook calls “a phenomenal dancer, but
he June 5 through 7 productions of the ballet’s youth
also an artist. ... She literally transforms into her
Ballet Quad Cities’ annual Ballet Under company. (As Cook states, “It’s a great place for
characters” – this year’s Ballet Under the Stars
the Stars mark the official beginning for 2009 them to get stage experience.”)
will showcase the performer in two pas de deux:
stage entertainments in Rock Island’s Lincoln All this plus free admission, popcorn and
Prelude to Eternity, which Cook describes as
Park. Yet this year, they’ll also mark an end, root beer floats for sale, and a swift, hour-long
“absolutely drop-dead gorgeous,” and a portion
as nine-year Ballet Quad Cities veteran Iona running length. “We designed that specifically
of the Adolphe Adam ballet Giselle, which Cook
Newell (pictured) will retire from the company because we want Ballet Under the Stars to attract
says is “a pas de deux for me. I requested that she
following Sunday night’s performance. “We’re people who might never have seen ballet before,
do Giselle before she leaves.”
still in denial,” says executive director Joedy says Cook. “We always prefer that everybody go
Don’t think, though, that Ballet Under
Cook about the impending loss of Newell. “We’re home wanting more.”
the Stars will be a one-woman show, as the
hoping that she’s going to walk in the door one
performances will also feature company
morning and say, ‘Okay, one more year.’” For more information on Ballet Under the Stars,
members performing an original piece titled
Yet what a way to go! Allowing audiences one call (309)786-3779 or visit BalletQuadCities.com
Making Waves (also pictured) – “a very fun,
more chance to witness the talents of Newell –

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by Mike Schulz
mike@rcreader.com

Music Theatre
in
Spring Pops: The Music of Led Zeppelin Oedipus Rex What Else
Adler Theatre
Saturday, May 30, 7:30 p.m.
Harrison Hilltop Theatre
Thursday, May 28 through Saturday, June 6
Is Happenin’
MUSIC
O n May 30, the Quad City Symphony Orchestra will present its
Spring Pops concert at the Adler Theatre, and in a significant
“T
prophet?”
iberias! What news
have you brought me, Saturday, May 30 – Chamber
Music Quad Cities Spring Concert.
st “Good King Oedipus, I Featuring works by Haydn, Roussel,
break from tradition, the evening will find the ensemble not
performing pieces by Mozart, Schubert, or Mahler, but rather works have learned that the story of Beethoven, and Prokofiev. Broadway
from the repertoire of Led Zeppelin. With vocalist Randy Jackson (pictured) doing a note-for- your life is soon to be staged in Presbyterian Church (710 23rd Street,
note interpretation of Robert Plant. And a full rock band supporting him. Kick. Ass. the neighboring kingdom of Rock Island). 7:30 p.m. $5-$10. For
ace Arranged and conducted by Brent Havens, The Music of Led Zeppelin is sure to be a unique Davenport.” tickets and information, call (309)797-
merging of classical and rock stylings, but it would be understandable if many of the symphony’s “My life – on the stage?” 0516 or visit ChamberMusicQC.com.
most devoted audiences feel a little unprepared for the night’s event. For them, we offer this “Yes, my king. It will run
&
ble
getting-to-know-you quiz on the group, courtesy of our friends at FunTrivia.com. Start with these from the 28th of May through THEATRE
basic Zeppelin factoids, and you’ll be air-guitaring to “Stairway to Heaven” in no time at all! the 6th of June, in a venue called Thursday, June 4, through Sunday,
b. the Harrison Hilltop Theatre.” June 14 – Grease. The classic ’50s rock
1) In what year was Led Zeppelin’s first album released?
“Have you seen this play?” ’n’ roll musical. Timber Lake Playhouse
A) 1968
“Well ... no ... of course not.” (8215 Black Oak Road, Mt. Carroll). Friday-
B) 1969
“Right. Sorry. What do you know of it, prophet?” Saturday 8 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 7:30
C) 1970
“I understand that the production is being directed by p.m., Sunday 6:30 p.m. $11-$20. For
2) What is the name of the famed double-album Led Zeppelin released in 1975? Steven Quartell, and that your tale has been adapted – in tickets and information, call (815)244-
A) In Through the Out Door something called a ‘modern translation’ – by the director and 2035 or visit TimberLakePlayhouse.org.
B) Presence Melissa Coulter.” Thursday, June 4, through Sunday,
C) Physical Graffiti “And who, may I ask, will be playing me?” June 14 – The Last Five Years. Two-
“An actor named Eddie Staver III, my king, with Denise character, off-Broadway musical by
3) Which member of Led Zeppelin had the nickname “Bonzo”? Yoder portraying your wife, Jocasta, Pat Flaherty as your composer Jason Robert Brown. Clinton
A) Jimmy Page brother-in-law, Creon, and a gentleman named Michael Area Showboat Theatre (311 Riverview
B) John Bonham King as myself.” Drive, Clinton). Thursday-Saturday 7:30
C) Robert Plant
“I think I should like to see this play, Tiberias.” p.m., Wednesday and Sunday 3 p.m. $18.
4) Which Led Zeppelin song was inspired by The Lord of the Rings? “Oh ... um ... I’m not sure that’s such a good idea ... .” For tickets and information, call (563)242-
A) “The Battle of Evermore” “Silence! I shall make reservations at once! How would I 6760 or visit Summer-Stock.org.
B) “Stairway to Heaven” secure them?” Friday, June 5, through Saturday,
C) “The Rover” “If you insist, my king, information and tickets June 13 – The Last Five Years. Two-
are available by calling (309)235-1654 or visiting character, off-Broadway musical
5) Why was the Led Zeppelin album Houses of the Holy banned in some European countries? HarrisonHilltop.com. But I strongly recommend your by composer Jason Robert Brown,
t
,”
A) There were images of death on the cover thinking this over ... .” presented by the Riverbend Theatre
o B) There was nudity on the cover “Enough. I shall make preparations. What is the play Collective. Village Theatre (2113 East
C) The songs contained lewd content called, Tiberias?” 11th Street, Davenport). June 5-7
“Oedipus Rex, which, I think, is a much better title than and June 11-13 at 7:30 p.m. $12. For
For more information and tickets to the Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s Spring Pops concert, the one they first considered.” information, call (309)786-1633 or visit
,
The Music of Led Zeppelin, call (800)745-3000 or visit QCSymphony.com. “Which was?” RiverbendTheatreCollective.com.
m
“Bad Motherfu – .”
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Answers: 1 – B, 2 – C, 3 – B, 4 – A, 5 – B. Those Europeans are such prudes, aren’t they?
“Shut your mouth.”

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 Continued From Page 27 Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Fort Wayne Wizards; $10-$6; for tickets, tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton LumberKings, vs the Burlington Bees; for tickets, call
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http:// Clinton, IA, 7pm Thu Jul 23. 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
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Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 2pm Sun Jul 5.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 2pm Sun Jul 5.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Mon Jul 6.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Mon Jul 6.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Kane County Cougars; for tickets,
call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton,
IA, 7pm Tue Jul 7.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Beloit Snappers; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Tue Jul 7.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Great Lakes Loons; $10-$6; for tickets,
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Wed Jul 8.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Dayton Dragons; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Wed Jul 8.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Lansing Lugnuts; $12-$5; for
tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Jul 8.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Great Lakes Loons; $10-$6; for tickets,
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Thu Jul 9.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Great Lakes Loons; fireworks after; $10-
$6; for tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson,
Peoria, IL http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Fri Jul 10.
Peoria Pirates vs. Mahoning Valley Thunder, $60-$8; for
tickets, call 800-745-3000, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave,
Peoria, IL, http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 7pm Sat Jul 11.
QC Steamwheelers vs. Green Bay Blizzard, arena football;
$50-$12; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River
Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:05pm Sat Jul 11.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Fort Wayne Wizards; $10-$6; for tickets,
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Sat Jul 11.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 6pm Sat Jul 11.
Chicago Cubs Baseball Trip, watch the Cubs play the St. Louis
Cardinals; to register, call 563-332-8496, Hy-Vee Club Room, 2900
Devils Glen Rd, Bettendorf, IA, 1:30pm Sun Jul 12.
www.peoriachiefs.com, 2pm Sun Jul 12.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 5pm Sun Jul 12.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Fort Wayne Wizards; $10-$6; for tickets,
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 11am Mon Jul 13.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Clinton LumberKings;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Mon Jul 13.
Bettendorf Chamber Golf Outing, Palmer Hills Golf Course,
2999 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorfchamber.
com, Wed Jul 15.
Friends of Off Road Cycling Mountain Bike Racing Event,
featuring the Sco Co Pa Frenzie (dirt criterium-style short track
mountain bike race); featuring kids, intermediate, and expert races;
for information, call rebecca Bernard at 309-781-2357, Scott County
Park, 18817 290th St., Long Grove, IA, http://www.qcforc.org, 10am
Sat Jul 18.
QC Steamwheelers vs. Iowa Barnstormers, arena football;
$50-$12; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, i wireless Center, 1201 River
Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.iwirelesscenter.com, 7:05pm Sat Jul 18.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
7pm Sat Jul 18.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
2pm Sun Jul 19.
Friends of Off Road Cycling Mountain Bike Racing Event,
featuring the Sco Co Pa Chase (cross-country mountain bike race);
featuring kids, intermediate, and expert races; for information, call
rebecca Bernard at 309-781-2357, Scott County Park, 18817 290th
St., Long Grove, IA, http://www.qcforc.org, 10am Sun Jul 19.
RAGBRAI, 37th annual seven-day bicycle race across Iowa,
http://www.ragbrai.org, Sun Jul 19 thru Sat Jul 25.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Peoria Chiefs; for tickets, call
563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA,
10am Mon Jul 20.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Lansing Lugnuts; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Wed Jul 22.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 7pm Wed Jul 22.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Jul 22.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Lansing Lugnuts; $10-$6; for tickets, call
866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 7pm Thu Jul 23.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks; for
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Thu Jul 23.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the South Bend Silver Hawks; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 7pm Fri Jul 24.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Lansing Lugnuts; fireworks after; $10-
$6; for tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson,
Peoria, IL http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Fri Jul 24.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps;
$12-$5; for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209
S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Fri Jul 24.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 7pm Sat Jul 25.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Great Lakes Loons; $12-$5;
for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines
St, Davenport, IA, 6pm Sat Jul 25.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers; $10-$6; for
tickets, call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL
http://www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Sat Jul 25.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the West Michigan Whitecaps; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 2pm Sun Jul 26.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Great Lakes Loons; $12-$5;
for tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines
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Patrons’ Saint
a member of Playcrafters, WOC-TV asked
them if they’d be interested in doing a
monthly TV drama, and so they scrapped
their whole season and did stuff on Channel
6. And I couldn’t, because I worked for
Channel 4. I thought, “Boy, this is the pits.”
But I had also been teaching part-time
at Alleman, and I’d begun directing plays
and was having a great deal of success with
students. So I thought, “Well, what the hell,
why don’t I just form a drama group?”
Outdoor Play
Gathering some two dozen friends,
students, and former students, Wooten
shared his idea for a local theatre
organization that would perform in the
summer, and the group found success with
its debut presentations of Henri Gheon’s
The Parade at the Devil’s Bridge and The
Sausage Maker’s Interlude – along with an
offer to perform in an unexpected venue: the
great outdoors.
I called a group together in the fall of
’56, but we couldn’t seem to get organized.
They were ready to do the plays, but the
organizational stuff they weren’t interested
in. At the second meeting, I was saying,
“Who would like to be in the play-reading
committee?” and so on, and finally Joel
Hubbs said, “Don, just tell us what you want
us to do, and we’ll do it.” And that’s how I
became the dictator of the Genesius Guild.
It’s just nobody else was interested.
We entered the Marshall One-Act Play
Competition [with The Sausage Maker’s
Interlude] – we won second prize and the
director’s trophy – and the Rock Island park
director at the time saw the play, and he
was impressed. He said, “We’re starting the
Starlight Concert Series” – they didn’t have
a name for it then – and he said, “Would
you like to be part of that? Would you like
to do an outdoor play?” I said, “Sure.” I
was up for anything in those days. I said,
“Where do we do it?” He said, “Pick a park.”
So I was looking at parks – Black Hawk
and so on – and when I saw that circle of
columns in Lincoln Park, I thought, “Greek
play! We’ll do a Greek play!”
We chose to do Antigone, and we decided
to do it in masks as a publicity stunt. We
made big papier-mâché masks that covered
your whole head and rested on your
shoulders, and we took sheets and we dyed
them, and Bill Hannan made a papier-mâché
statue of Apollo to sit on top of that circle of
columns, and the actors processed in, and it
was a knockout. It was terrific. And the park
board said, “Why don’t you keep doing this?”
One of a Kind
After 1957’s Antigone, Genesius Guild did,
indeed, continue to perform classical Greek
Don Wooten (left) directs 1978’s Julius Caesar
drama in Lincoln Park, and began adding
Shakespeare (starting with 1960’s Henry
IV: Part I) and Greek comedy (beginning
with Aristophanes’ The Birds in 1961)
to its repertoire. Productions by Opera@
Augustana and Ballet Quad Cities debuted
in 1973 and 1997, respectively, and Wooten
says the keys to Genesius Guild’s success are
simplicity, diversity, and the presentation of
works not commonly staged.
We try to do things straight on. We don’t
monkey with things in Shakespeare, we
don’t do Civil War dress – you may have
to change a few things for a contemporary
audience, but you don’t have to stretch the
plays out of shape. And with the Greek
tragedies, we try to create, as near as
possible, something of the aura that must
have surrounded them in their day. You
need excellent actors, and if you’ve got that,
you don’t have to change a word. You can
make everything comprehensible.
When you look at what we program,
we’re the only theatre company of its kind
in the country. We do Shakespeare, we do
Greek tragedy in mask, we do Greek comedy
in a modern adaptation, we have opera in
English, we have ballet – and except for the
ballet, it’s all amateur, and it’s all free. You put
all that together and you can’t find anybody
that does that. A community theatre that
does classics? I think there are a few, but they
don’t do the range of stuff that we do.
My favorite story, which I’ve told to the
point of tedium, is a letter I got from a
mother. She wanted to thank me for helping
to awaken in her what had become the
great interest in her life – Greek mythology
– but she also said, “I want to tell you about
my daughter. I dragged her to a Greek
performance one summer, and thereafter
she went of her own volition. And when
she went away to college, there were some
electives she could take, and one was Greek
tragedy, so she signed up for it.
“She went to get the reading list from
the professor and she looked at it, and she
said, ‘Oh, there’s a play here I haven’t seen.’
He said, ‘You mean a play you haven’t read.’
She said, ‘No, I’ve seen ’em all but this one.’
He said, ‘Where in the name of God can
you see even one of these?’ She said, ‘Back
home. Rock Island.’”
I mean, you think that doesn’t keep you
goin’?
More Than Scales
As proud as he is of Genesius Guild’s
success, Wooten is equally pleased about
his organization offering immediate stage
experience and vocal and language coaching
to up-and-coming performers. “We serve
mostly as a training ground,” he says. “Almost
every theatre group around here has in its
roster or in its inner workings somebody
who’s been through the Guild.”
I remember Leo Nucci, the baritone, was
talking about learning to be an opera singer,
and he said, “For two years I sang scales.
Two years, nothing but scales.” Well, you
can’t do that here. You gotta put [novice
actors] on the stage, get ’em working on the
voice, the body, everything.
You sometimes find you have to teach
’em how to talk. I mean, most young
people don’t know how to speak. There’s
no articulation. And since we’re doing
classical theatre, language and articulation
have to come first. There’s a lot of resistance
to this because people like action, but
action doesn’t mean anything if you can’t
understand what’s going on.
And this is special language. Sometimes
lofty language. Shakespeare uses more
different words than any other author. I
mean, the King James Bible uses, what,
5,000 words? Shakespeare uses four or five
times as many different words. He was
drunk with language. He loved to play with
it. So if you can’t get that right, why bother?
And if you get it right but nobody can hear
it, why bother?
It takes a kind of steely courage to cast
somebody in a part when you’re not real sure
what they can do, but when you think you see
what you can get out of them. And it takes a
little coaxing along. But if you’re patient and
you work with them ... . I mean, I could cite
names of people who came in and, oh God,
you’ve never seen so many problems, but
then they develop into the kind of actor that
everybody wants to work with.
Blood on the Floor
Despite his 2006 exit from full-time
Guild duties, Wooten says he did put in a
stipulation. “When I retired, I said, ‘I might
come back when I’m 80 and do Henry VI,’
because I’d never done those plays. So they
were ready for me to come back at 80, and
when I did, I said, ‘Well, hell, I might as well
do ’em all.’” He adds, though, that staging
an entire season’s worth of classical theatre
is perhaps a simpler undertaking than his
current task of adapting Shakespeare’s three
Henry VI plays into two. (He laughs and
says, “I’m telling them that they should be
done by January.”)
It’s actually easier to do all of the plays
than to do one. Because if you’re doing all
the plays, your focus is on the season, so
when you’re casting, you think, “Well, I can
use this actor here in a big role, and in a
minor role here, and a medium role there,
and in a big role there.” Or, “I’ve only got
so many women’s roles, so if I use her for
this, she won’t be in this ... .” You can juggle
everything.
You ought to see the blood on the floor
on Henry VI. You’ve got these three four-
hour plays that I’m cutting down to two
[plays]. But you have to figure, “What is the
line of the play? What’s the thread?” And
the thing is, it’s as varied as a tapestry. Like
the Bayeux Tapestry or something. There’s
just so much going on.
What Shakespeare did was give us a
pretty good sampling of every difficult
time in English history. He literally throws
everything into those plays, but basically
there are three fights going on: one between
England and France, for territory; one
within the house of Lancaster, for control;
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and one between the houses of Lancaster 309-762-6610
and York. So I had to figure out, “What am www.qcmusicguild.com
I gonna shovel out of this?”
So I’ve taken out Jack Cade’s rebellion, and
compressed the story of Talbot, and I’ve
taken out that funny thing in the third play
where one king is captured and released,
and another king is captured and released, June 12, 13, 14
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start with a meat ax. June 18, 19, 20, 21 – 2009
The Glory of Art Curtain times 7:30pm Thurs, Fri, Sat,
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the challenges, and is grateful for the chance
to share his passions with new generations of
artisans and audiences.
I got an e-mail from a young lady. She said
she just thought it was time she thanked
me for something. We had a program for
students to come out and learn to do a
little stage combat and how to project their
voices, and she said, “When we were doing
this, you came over to me and said, ‘How
would you like to be in the chorus of the
Greek tragedy?’ I was very flattered, and
so I came out and I was in the play, and it
was an unforgettable event in my life. That
turned everything around for me.”
The thing about plays is that [the character]
Hamlet could live right next door and
you would know nothing about him. But
if you see him on a stage, you not only
know about him, you care about him,
you identify with him, and he helps you
realize things about yourself. Putting him
up on a stage, with other people watching
in a communal setting, does something
important – something important to you as
an individual, and as a member of society.
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sing and dance and play their way through
school, because if you want a kid to develop
the discipline that’s required for education,
get ’em in the arts. And let ’em do stuff. Art
has always been on the periphery. It belongs
in the center of everything we do.
Auditions for Genesius Guild’s 2009 season
will take place on May 28 at 7 p.m., and May
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New Yuks, New Yuks
Guys & Dolls, at the New Era Community Building through May 31
F
or the past 15 years, Muscatine’s New Era
Lutheran Church has staged an annual
musical fundraiser, and I was moved
to catch this year’s offering for two (or rather,
three) reasons: the casting of Jason Platt and
Tracy Pelzer-Timm – two of our area’s most
entertaining
character actors
– in leading
roles, and New
Era’s decision to
produce Guys &
Dolls, my all-time
favorite musical,
and certainly the
least intimidating
Great Musical ever
written. Even at its
worst, I reasoned,
it would likely be a Adam Peters, Jenni Boldt, Jason Platt,
night well spent. and Tracy Pelzer-Timm in Guys & Dolls.
Well, not only was Friday’s evening a night
well spent, but that “even at its worst” wound up
being a complete non-issue. From the opening
strains of Frank Loesser’s ingenious score
– played here by music director Anita Zahniser’s
gifted eight-person orchestra – to the rousing
(and impressively speedy) curtain call, director
Bill Turner’s Guys & Dolls is an absolute delight,
charming and hilarious and, in the group
numbers especially, forcefully and beautifully
sung.
Of course, given this material, an audience’s
enjoyment is practically baked right in. The
tuneful and lyrically exhilarating songs, the witty
jokes that pop like firecrackers, the mismatched
romance between hustler Sky Masterson
and soul-saving Sarah Brown, the exquisitely
matched romance between chronic bachelor
Nathan Detroit and long-suffering chanteuse
Miss Adelaide, the ensemble of outsize, Damon
Runyon-inspired gamblers, showgirls, and
missionaries – Guys & Dolls is widely considered
the perfect American musical, and for good
reason: It’s perfect.
Yet one of the show’s many glories is that it
can be perfect in so many different ways. Actors
have routinely triumphed in Guys & Dolls, but
unlike with, say, the King of Siam in The King &
I or Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, there are
no culturally “definitive” takes on the figures in
Loesser’s musical, so performers can assume the
roles of Sky, Nathan, Adelaide, et al., without
feeling even slightly beholden to previous, overly
familiar interpretations. The characters in Guys
& Dolls are wonderfully specific “types,” yet also
comically expansive and multifaceted enough
that imaginative actors – and there are a bunch
on-hand in New Era’s presentation – are free to
run wild with them.
Platt possesses a unique quality among
area performers, in that despite undertaking a
dizzying diversity of parts – recently, he’s played
Misery’s Paul Sheldon, Angels in America’s
Belize, and Anything Goes’ Moonface Martin
– he always seems flawlessly cast. Fashioning
entirely new temperaments and physicalities,
Platt connects so fully with his characters
that there seems to be no separation between
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actor and role, and his Nathan is a positively
joyful invention: an antsy, easily aggrieved
huckster who’s utterly incredulous at the
lunacy surrounding him, and the lunacy that
he, himself, initiates. (Platt’s slow burns are
blistering.) His comic timing and expressions
are priceless, yet
somehow, Platt
also locates the
wounded heart
in Nathan – the
character is jokey,
but never a joke.
And he’s
especially fine
opposite Pelzer-
Timm, who creates
a rich, womanly,
and deliriously
goofy Adelaide.
With a honking
accent – she pronounces “Nathan” as “Na’ ’n” –
that slides into deliberately exaggerated hauteur
whenever she’s particularly irked, Pelzer-Timm’s
tragically single starlet is a high-comic kick, and
fantastically soulful, to boot; her Act II reprise
of “Adelaide’s Lament” is enough to make you
giggle and well up in equal measure. (On Friday,
Pelzer-Timm also pulled off a brilliantly smart,
hysterical ad lib, after noticing the pot holder her
pals had given Adelaide as a wedding-shower
gift. “Oh!” she gushed. “Miniature blanket!”)
All throughout New Era’s Guys & Dolls, you’ll
find actors who continually surprise you with
their subtlety and cleverness: Adam Peters,
whose ultra-confident, smoothly sung Sky is
graced with lovely undercurrents of regret; Jenni
Boldt, a divine soprano who morphs, briefly,
into an enticingly silly drunk; Jon Carlson and
David Wettach, who deliver understated comic
turns and proceed to wow you with gorgeously
resonant vocals; Chris Weber, Nick Oswald,
Bonnie Marburger, and Robert Minder, each of
whom provides an explosive burst of personality.
Yet in this Guys & Dolls, even the show’s most
peripheral figures display sensational actorly
instincts – Courtney Gevaert has only two or
three lines, and still scores a major belly laugh
with a marvelously delivered lost-earring gag.
Friday’s opening-night performance wasn’t
faultless. There were a few dropped lyrics and
some oddly wandering spotlight effects, and
there appeared to be some confusion about when
the curtains should and should not have opened.
(Oh, and an audience member’s cell phone rang.
For quite a while. Damn it.) Yet the gaffes barely
mattered; New Era’s Guys & Dolls exudes such
sweetness of spirit, and boasts so much natural
talent, that it’s all but irresistible. I watched the
show’s 21 performers and couldn’t pinpoint
even one who didn’t seem to be having a great
time. I’m guessing if I reversed my view of the
proceedings, and viewed the audience from the
stage, I could probably say the same thing.
The New Era Community Building is located at
3455 New Era Road in rural Muscatine. For Guys
& Dolls tickets and information, call (563)263-
5255 or (563)263-0881.
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Clinton LumberKings, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 6:30pm Fri Aug 28.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 6:30pm Sat Aug 29.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 2pm Sun Aug 30.
The Network’s 6th Annual Cubs Trip, $180-$195; price
includes transportation, beverages & breakfast munchies on the
bus to the game, entrance to the rooftop for the game, and all food
and drink through the 7th inning; to reserve, call 309-757-5416,
7:45am Sun Aug 30.
Clinton LumberKings, vs the Quad Cities River Bandits; for
tickets, call 563-242-0727, Alliant Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive,
Clinton, IA, 7pm Mon Aug 31.
Peoria Chiefs, vs. the Kane County Cougars; $10-$6; for tickets,
call 866-698-4253, O’Brien Field, 730 SW Jefferson, Peoria, IL http://
www.peoriachiefs.com, 6:30pm Wed Sep 2.
Quad Cities River Bandits, vs the Beloit Snappers; $12-$5; for
tickets, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St,
Davenport, IA, 7pm Wed Sep 2.
Lifeguard Class, on Wed., Sat., and Mon, thru June 13;
participants must be at least 15 years old, be able to swim 300
yards, and be able to retrieve a diving brick from the deep end and
swim 20 yards back with the brick; $124; to register, call 309-796-
5601, Black Hawk College - Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th
Avenue, Moline, IL, Wed May 27.
Excel 2007 Level 2, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Wed May 27.
Word 2007 Level 2, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Wed May 27.
Basic Internet Class, walk-in course for those seeking basic
computer skills; on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-732-7303,
Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL,
http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 9am thru Wed Dec 30.
Basic Word Processing Class, walk-in course for those seeking
basic computer skills; on Wednesdays; for information, call 309-
732-7303, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock
Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 11am thru Wed Dec 30.
Access 2007 Level 2/3, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Thu May 28 and Fri May 29.
Crab Stuffed Chicken Breasts & Florentine Beef Noodle
Bake, a course in the What’s for Dinner? Cooking Demo &
Economical Meal Deal series; $30; to register, call 309-756-9978,
Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://
www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Thu May 28.
BHC Swimming Triathalon Class, drop-in sessions; gain swim
endurance, learn key techniques, get specific help with strokes, and
prepare for the 10th Annual Quad Cities Triathlon; for information,
contact Jeanne at 309-796-5603 or amyettej@bhc.edu, Black Hawk
College - Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline,
IL, http://www.bhc.edu, 6:15pm Thu May 28, 7pm Mon Jun 1,
6:15pm Thu Jun 4, 7pm Mon Jun 8, 6:15pm Thu Jun 11, 7pm
Mon Jun 15, 6:15pm Thu Jun 18.
Quadcitycareers.com Kiosk, on loan from the Illinois Quad
City Chamber of Commerce; for information, call 309-736-5739,
Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, 11am Fri May 29.
Compost Made Easy, a course in the Home Grown Challenge
Purposeful Gardening Series; for information, call 309-756-9978,
Milan & Riverside Park Home Grown Challenge Gardens, behind the
greenhouse at 5th Ave & 34th St, Moline, IL, http://web.extension.
uiuc.edu/rockisland, Tue Jun 2.
National Value Added Agriculture Conference, thru June
4; highlighting local/regional food systems; value added business
development; and agritourism; $150; to register, call 309-756-9978,
John Deere Pavilion, 17th St & River Dr, Moline, IL, http://nvaa2009.
homestead.com/, Tue Jun 2.
Disability Assistance Dog Training, lessons by appointment
on Tuesdays; for information, call 563-505-2182, NorthPark Mall,
Between Harrison and Welcome Way on E. Kimberly, Davenport, IA,
6:30pm thru Tue Dec 29.
Eating for Less - the Angel Food Ministries Way, learn to
feed a family of four for $30/week; for information, call 309-732-
7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock
Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 6pm Wed Jun 3.
Salmon Biscuit Roll & Ham & Cheese Omelet Bake, a
course in the What’s for Dinner? Cooking Demo & Economical Meal
Deal series; $30; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County
Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.
edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Thu Jun 4.
Cooking with Angel Food, Sarah Nimrick and Cali Smith offer
new and different recipes; free; for information, call 309-786-2631,
Broadway Presbyterian Church, 710 23rd St., Rock Island, IL, 6pm
Thu Jun 4.
Private & Commercial Pesticide Applicator Testing, for
information, call 563-359-7577, Scott County Extension, 875
Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.extension.iastate.
edu/calendar, 10am Fri Jun 5.
Boat Safety Classes, offered by the Corps of Engineers Park
Rangers; for ages 12 and up; recommended for new and seasoned
boaters and families; to register, call 309-794-5338, Clock Tower
Building, Arsenal Island, Rock Island, IL, http://www.missriver.org,
8am Sat Jun 6.
Home Food Preservation, learn about freezing, hot water
bath canning, and pressure canning; $15; to register, call 309-756-
9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Sat Jun 6.
River Action’s Retain the Rain College: Green Roof
201, insights and solutions for dealing with drainage problems
and erosion, improving water quality, and attracting birds and
butterflies to your yard; for information and to register, call 563-
322-2969, Davenport Police Facility, 416 Harrison St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Sat Jun 6.
Excel 2007 Level 2, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Sat Jun 6.
Human Cadaver Anatomy Enrichment Experience, for high
school juniors and seniors who have completed a human anatomy
or AP biology course and have an interest in studying medicine;
learn about the anatomy of the human body and dissection
techniques with Dr. Darrin Good; $75; for information, call 309-794-
7721, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, http://www.augustana.
edu/summeranatomy, Mon Jun 8.
4-H Food Safety Quality Assurance Training, to register, call
563-359-7577, Scott County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite
B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.extension.iastate.edu/calendar, 8am
Mon Jun 8.
Preschool Screenings, for ages 3-5, for the 2009-10 school
year; for information and to schedule an appointment, call 309-743-
1904, Jefferson Early Childhood Center, 3010 26th Ave., Moline, IL,
Mon thru Fri Jun 12.
Antioxidants 101: How to Make Them Work for You,
learn about the health benefits ranging from anti-aging to cancer
protection; $20; to register, call 309-796-4823, Black Hawk College
Outreach Center, 301 Avenue of the Cities, East Moline, IL, 6pm
Tue Jun 9.
Dick and Jane Meet Technology: PC Basics, basic class
on operating a computer for beginners; should have mouse and
keyboarding skills; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Tue Jun 9.
Going Green in the Lawn and Garden, a course in the Home
Grown Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; for information,
call 309-756-9978, Milan & Riverside Park Home Grown Challenge
Gardens, behind the greenhouse at 5th Ave & 34th St, Moline, IL,
http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, Tue Jun 9.
St. Ambrose ACCEL Program Info Session, learn about courses
offered in a unique, discussion-driven, adult-oriented learning
environment; for information, call Justin Ball at 563-441-9500, St.
Ambrose University College for Professional Studies, 1950 E 54th St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/accel, 5:30pm Wed Jun 10.
Business Xchange, share your “commercial” with a different
guest every 6 minutes, allowing you to meet 10 new contacts at
each event; at the end of each event, each attendee will receive a
networking list, which will allow them to follow up on all contacts
made at the event; $15-$25; to register, call 309-757-5416,
Hampton Inn & Suites, 5290 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http://
www.quadcitychamber.com, 11:30am Wed Jun 10.
Building Relationships with Your Team, participants
will understand the key factors that help build and maintain
effective workplace teams from a supervisor’s point of view; $75;
for more information, contact Brad Stoefen at 563/441-9950 or
StoefenBradleyJ@sau.edu, St. Ambrose University College for
Professional Studies, 1950 E 54th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.
edu/pdc, 8:30am Thu Jun 11.
Cheese Taco Rice & Grande Taco Melt, a course in the What’s
for Dinner? Cooking Demo & Economical Meal Deal series; $30;
to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321
W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland,
5:30pm Thu Jun 11.
4-H Food Safety Quality Assurance Training, to register, call
563-359-7577, Scott County Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite
B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.extension.iastate.edu/calendar, 8am
Fri Jun 12.
Circular Energy: A Hula Hooping Experience, create your
own hula hoop (supplies and instruction included), and then learn
moves and techniques with instructor Courtney Miller; brief yoga
session at workshop’s end; $25; for information or to register, call
309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness,
LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info,
1:30pm Sat Jun 13.
Garden Art, a course in the Home Grown Challenge Purposeful
Gardening Series; for information, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island
County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://web.extension.
uiuc.edu/rockisland, Tue Jun 16.
Turfgrass Diseases Telenet, learn how to identify common
turf diseases and what you can do to prevent or control them; $5;
to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W
2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm
Tue Jun 16, 7pm Thu Jun 18.
Living for Less - Save @ Home, with Paul Fessler of Project Now;
learn to follow an ongoing maintenance checklist to avoid costly
major repairs, and save on your monthly energy bill; for information,
call 309-732-7315, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th,
Rock Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 6:30pm Wed Jun 17.
PowerPoint 2007 Level 1, for information, call 563-441-
1515, New Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Wed Jun 17.
St. Ambrose Master of Education in Teaching Program
Info Session, learn about SAU’s affordable and practical degree;
free; for information, call Susan Jameson at 563-388-7660, Rogalski
Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.sau.edu/medt, 1pm Wed Jun 17.
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to register, call 309-757-5416,
Events Purposeful Gardening Series; for Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Wed
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Hampton Inn & Suites, 5290 Utica
Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http://
Living for Less - Metro: It’s My Ride!, learn to save on www.quadcitychamber.com,
growing gas costs by taking full advantage of transportation 11:30am Wed Jul 8.
options; for information, call 309-732-7315, Rock Island Public Access 2007 Level 1, July 13
information, call 309-756-9978,
i wireless Center Rock Island County Extension,
321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
May through August http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/
rockisland, Tue Aug 4.
May 27.
Children’s Digestive Problems, Dawn Ebach, M.D., pediatric
gastroenterologist with University of Iowa Children’s Hospital, will
discuss symptoms that may indicate a digestive problem requiring
medical attention; to register, call 319-335-8886, Iowa Children’s

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Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib. & 14; for information, call 563-441- St. Ambrose ACCEL Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, http://www.
il.us, 6pm Thu Jun 18. 1515, New Horizons Computer
ere’s a Program Info Session, learn uihealthcare.com/register, 6:30pm Wed May 27.
PowerPoint 2007 Level 2, for information, call 563-441- Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd message for about courses offered in a Reiki (Training): Level II, Wednesdays thru June 10; $150
1515, New Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, St, Davenport, IA, http://www. all the kids out unique, discussion-driven, adult- includes certification of Usai Shiki Ryoho tradition; for information,
Davenport, IA, http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Thu Jun 18. newhorizonsqc.com, Mon Jul 13. oriented learning environment; call Rita at 309-793-7881 or e-mail info@satvacenter.com, Satva
Salmon Macaroni Supper & Santa Fe Soup, a course in Dick and Jane Meet there: Father’s free; for information, call Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com,
the What’s for Dinner? Cooking Demo & Economical Meal Deal Technology: E-mail Basics, learn Day isn’t until Justin Ball at 563-441-9500, St. 6pm Wed May 27.
series; $30; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County how to open an e-mail account, Ambrose University College for Sleep Apnea: The Thief of Sleep, Sleep Center clinical
Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc. how to write and send e-mails, June 21, but if Professional Studies, 1950 E 54th specialist Dave Stockdale teaches about daytime sleepiness,
edu/rockisland, 5:30pm Thu Jun 18. and how to attach photos and you want to treat St, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau. snoring, mood and behavioral changes, and falling asleep at the
Home Food Preservation, learn about jams and jellies, other files; should have mouse and edu/accel, 5:30pm Wed Aug 5. wheel; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
pickling, and salsa making; $15; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock keyboarding skills, but no previous your father to a St. Ambrose Master Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6pm
Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Internet experience required; for gift that’s a lot of Education in Teaching Wed May 27.
extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Sat Jun 20. information, call 563-344-4175, Keith Urban Program Info Session, learn Quad Cities’ Biggest Loser, sponsored by Ultimate Fitness
River Action’s Retain the Rain College: Intro to Prairie Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
more enjoyable about SAU’s affordable and and Chick-fil-A; one male and one female grand prize winner win a
Gardens, insights and solutions for dealing with drainage Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, than a tie, you practical degree; free; for year-long membership to Ultimate Fitness and free Chick-fil-A for a
problems and erosion, improving water quality, and attracting birds http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, might want to consider an early present information, call Susan Jameson year; other prizes include sports packs, gift cards, and more; register
and butterflies to your yard; for information and to register, call 10am Tue Jul 14. at 563-388-7660, Rogalski Center at area Chick-fil-A restaurants at 2945 East 53rd St in Davenport
563-322-2969, Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA, Enjoying the Harvest in the form of tickets to the i wireless - St. Ambrose University, 518 (563-355-1742), at NorthPark Mall (563-391-2613), and at SouthPark
http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Sat Jun 20. Grilling Ideas, a course in Center. Is Dad a country-music fan? W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, Mall (309-797-2271), thru Sun May 31.
Windows Server 2008 Migration, a Reality Training the Home Grown Challenge http://www.sau.edu/medt, 1pm Moon Walk 2009, 4th annual virtual community race
Workshop; learn to migrate a Windows 2003 server to a Windows Purposeful Gardening Series; for The Moline venue presents four-time Wed Aug 5. equivalent to a round-trip to the moon (477,400 miles); sponsored
2008 server, configure directory services, install server roles & information, call 309-756-9978, Country Music Association Entertainer River Action’s Retain by the Quad City Health Initiative; for information, call 563-421-
features, and more; for information, call 563-441-1515, New Milan & Riverside Park Home the Rain College: Green 2826, http://www.qchealthinitiative.org, thru Fri Jun 12.
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, Grown Challenge Gardens, behind
of the Year Kenny Chesney (with Home Biology 101, insights Professional Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class,
IA, http://www.newhorizons.com/content/centerSearchResults. the greenhouse at 5th Ave & 34th openers Miranda Lambert and Lady and solutions for dealing with for those in the health-care field, or day-care providers; $45; for
aspx?siteid=172, Mon Jun 22. St, Moline, IL, http://web.extension. Antebellum) on June 11, and Grammy- drainage problems and erosion, information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional
Enjoying the Harvest Preservation Ideas, a course in uiuc.edu/rockisland, Tue Jul 14. improving water quality, and Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 4pm Thu May 28.
the Home Grown Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; for Landscaping on the Wild winning country/rock superstar Keith attracting birds and butterflies Yoga: Prenatal, Thursdays thru June 25; modified postures for
information, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 Side Telenet, create a healthy, Urban (with opener Taylor Swift) on to your yard; at the Associated mothers-to-be with special awareness of the mind and breath; you
W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, complete landscape with all the General Contractors of the should be in at least your second trimester; exercise mat required;
Tue Jun 23. layers of plants and animals; $5; to June 28. Is he a motor-sports man? The Quad Cities Conference Room; $35; for information or to register, call 563-742-5800, Trinity
St. Ambrose University “Leadership Through People register, call 309-756-9978, Rock center offers the big-wheeled spectacular for information and to register, Enrichment Center, 5510 Utica Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http://
Skills” (LTPS), identify and classify basic patterns of human Island County Extension, 321 W call 563-322-2969, River Action, www.trinityqc.com, 5:30pm Thu May 28.
behavior and develop individualized strategies for making 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www. Monster Truck Mania – featuring 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, Meditation/Beginning, donations accepted; on Thursdays;
personal interaction more effective, productive, and powerful; extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, motocross and quad racing – on May http://www.riveraction.org, 11am for information, call Rita at 309-793-7881, Satva Center, 1918 7th
$1,295; for information, call Brad Stoefen at 563-441-9500, St. 1pm Tue Jul 14, 7pm Thu Jul 16. Thu Aug 6. Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 6:30pm thru
Ambrose University College for Professional Studies, 1950 E 54th St, Excel 2007 Level 2, for
30. If you can’t pry Pop away from Cooking with Angel Food, Thu Dec 31.
Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/cps/pd, 8am Tue Jun 23 thru information, call 563-441-1515, the TV during football season, he’ll Sarah Nimrick and Cali Smith Childbirth Preparation Course, Fridays thru June 19 in
Thu June 25. New Horizons Computer Learning likely get a charge out of arena football offer new and different recipes; Ill.; topics include anatomy and physiology of labor and birth,
Dick and Jane Meet Technology: Internet Basics, should Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, free; for information, call 309- breathing and relaxation techniques, the role of the labor partner,
have mouse and keyboarding skills, but no previous Internet IA, http://www.newhorizonsqc. with the QC Steamwheelers, who are 786-2631, Broadway Presbyterian obstetric pain management, Cesarian birth, and postpartum care;
experience required; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf com, Fri Jul 17. scheduled to play the center on June 6 Church, 710 23rd St., Rock Island, $50; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www. Boot Camp for IL, 6pm Thu Aug 6. Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Fri
bettendorflibrary.com, 1pm Wed Jun 24. Entrepreneurs, covers the and 27, and July 11 and 18. If wrestling Business Xchange, share May 29.
Deploying SharePoint Server 2007, a Reality Training business plan, market research, is his spectator sport of choice, WWE your “commercial” with a different Intro to Power Yoga for Women, a variety of poses that
Workshop; learn to prepare for deployment, install SharePoint 2007, financing, and running your guest every 6 minutes, allowing challenge, strengthen, and tone muscles, with instructor Michelle
create custom site collections, and more; for information, call 563- business after it opens; information
Raw Live returns to Moline on June 20, you to meet 10 new contacts at Ladwig; $40/4 weeks; for information, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A
441-1515, New Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, on taxes, personnel issues, with matches including Triple H versus each event; at the end of each Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline,
Davenport, IA, http://www.newhorizons.com, Thu Jun 25. insurance, and real estate; $79; to Randy Horton, and John Cena versus event, each attendee will receive IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, Sat May 30.
Mosaic Stepping Stones, lunch provided; for information, register, call 563-441-4100, Kahl a networking list, which will allow Prenatal Yoga, on Saturdays; $10/1 class, $50/6 classes, $75/10
call 563-391-4949, Habitat ReStore, 3629 Mississippi Avenue, Educational Center, 326 W. 3rd St., The Big Show. And finally, consider them to follow up on all contacts classes; for information, call Marcie at 641-781-0940 or e-mail info@
Davenport, IA, http://www.restoreqc.org, 9:30am Sat Jun 27. Davenport, IA, 8:30am Sat Jul 18. purchasing tickets to August 14’s concert made at the event; $15-$25; satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Summer Adult Classes, thru Blue Ribbon Showcase at to register, call 309-757-5416, www.satvacenter.com, 10:30am thru Sat Dec 26.
July 2; led by Eulenspiegel puppeteer Monica Leo and New Orleans the Rock Island County fair, with Disney Channel chanteuse Demi Hampton Inn & Suites, 5290 Utica Mindfulness Meditation, on Sundays; donations accepted; for
puppeteer Karen Konnerth; learn to make a variety of puppets, a course in the Home Grown Lovato, joined on stage by American Idol Ridge Rd, Davenport, IA, http:// information, call Somnieng at 563-340-0679 or Steve at 563-326-
mount a production, teach what you learn to youths, and more; Challenge Purposeful Gardening www.quadcitychamber.com, 6412, or e-mail info@satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave,
to register, call 319-627-2487, Owl Glass Puppetry Center, 319 N. Series; for information, call 309- heartthrob David Archuleta. Granted, 11:30am Wed Aug 12. Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 3pm thru Sun Dec 27.
Calhoun, West Liberty, IA, http://www.PuppetsPuppets.com, 9am 756-9978, Rock Island County Dad might sit that one out, but I’m Putting the Garden to Bed, Mindfulness Yoga, on Sundays; $10/1 class, $50/6 classes,
Mon Jun 29. Fairgrounds, 42nd Ave. & Archer a course in the Home Grown $75/10 classes; for information, call Steve at 563-326-6412 or e-mail
Deploying System Center Configuration Manager 2007, a Drive, East Moline, IL, http://web.
guessing that if you offer to take the Challenge Purposeful Gardening info@satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL,
Reality Training Workshop; learn to prepare for deployment, install extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, tickets off his hands, getting you out of Series; for information, call http://www.satvacenter.com, 1:30pm thru Sun Dec 27.
System Center Configuration manager 2007, configure site server Tue Jul 21. the house for an evening will be all the 309-756-9978, Milan & Riverside T’ai Chi, on Sundays; $10/1 class, $50/6 classes, $75/10
properties & site systems, and more; for information, call 563-441- Pork Quality Assurance Park Home Grown Challenge classes; for information, call John at 309-793-7881 or e-mail info@
1515, New Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Certification Training, conducted gift he requires. For tickets and more Gardens, behind the greenhouse satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
Davenport, IA, http://http://www.newhorizons.com, Mon Jun 29. by Iowa State University swine information on these summertime at 5th Ave & 34th St, Moline, IL, www.satvacenter.com, 5:30pm thru Sun Dec 27.
Garden Photography & Journaling, a course in the Home specialist Larry McMullen; $25; for http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/ Infant Care Class, in IA: topics include normal newborn
Grown Challenge Purposeful Gardening Series; for information, information, call 319-462-2791 events, visit iwirelessCenter.com. rockisland, Tue Aug 18. appearances and behaviors, choices for feeding your baby, safety
call 309-756-9978, Milan & Riverside Park Home Grown Challenge or e-mail lkmcmull@iastate.edu, – Mike Schulz Garden Celebration, an and well-baby care; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-
Gardens, behind the greenhouse at 5th Ave & 34th St, Moline, IL, Jones County Extension Office, 605 event in the Home Grown 8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com,
http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, Tue Jun 30. Main St, Anamosa, IA, http://dbs. Challenge Purposeful Gardening 6:30pm Mon Jun 1.
Don’t Blame the Plant, learn how lighting, wind, flooding, extension.iastate.edu/calendar, 7pm Tue Jul 21. Series; for information, call 309-756-9978, Milan & Riverside Park Look Good... Feel Better, beauty techniques for female
improper planting, and animal damage influence survivability; $5; Dick and Jane Meet Technology: Intro to Word, covers the Home Grown Challenge Gardens, behind the greenhouse at 5th cancer patients; learn to cope with skin changes and hair loss using
to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W basics of Microsoft Word 07; covers starting a document, basic Ave & 34th St, Moline, IL, http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, free cosmetics and skin-care products donated by the cosmetic
2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm formatting, and saving; should have mouse and keyboarding skills, Tue Aug 25. industry; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
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Tue Jun 30, 7pm Thu Jul 2.
Baby Sign, Wednesdays thru July 22; teach your baby sign
language; to register, call 563-326-7832, Davenport Public
Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 10am Wed Jul 1.
Excel 2007 Level 1, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Thu Jul 2.
Cooking with Angel Food, Sarah Nimrick and Cali Smith offer
new and different recipes; free; for information, call 309-786-2631,
Broadway Presbyterian Church, 710 23rd St., Rock Island, IL, 6pm
Thu Jul 2.
St. Ambrose ACCEL Program Info Session, learn about
courses offered in a unique, discussion-driven, adult-oriented
learning environment; free; for information, call Justin Ball at 563-
441-9500, St. Ambrose University College for Professional Studies,
1950 E 54th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/accel, 5:30pm
Wed Jul 8.
Business Xchange, share your “commercial” with a different
guest every 6 minutes, allowing you to meet 10 new contacts at
each event; at the end of each event, each attendee will receive a
networking list, which will allow them to follow up on all contacts
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but no previous Internet experience required; for information, call
563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jul
22.
Access 2007 Level 2/3, July 23 & 24; for information, call 563-
441-1515, New Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Thu Jul 23.
More for Your Money Web Site Training Workshop,
register by July 23 for July 30 event; hands-on workshop teaching
participants how to navigate the six sectors of the “More for Your
Money” Web site; for teachers, agency personnel, and others who
work with individuals and groups in financial management; free;
for information, call 815-395-5726 or e-mail eprasse@illinois.edu,
University of Illinois Extension, 4450 Kennedy Drive Suite 3, East
Moline, IL, 9:30am Thu Jul 23.
Word 2007 Level 1, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Mon Jul 27.
Word 2007 Level 2, for information, call 563-441-1515, New
Horizons Computer Learning Center, 1033 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.newhorizonsqc.com, Fri Jul 31.
Discover Tool Saving Maintenance Techniques, a course
River Action’s Retain the Rain College: Green Roof
201, insights and solutions for dealing with drainage problems
and erosion, improving water quality, and attracting birds and
butterflies to your yard; at the McKesson Building in Rock Island,
with Teresa Nelson of Roof Top Sedums; for information and to
register, call 563-322-2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport,
IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 3pm Wed Aug 26.
Critical Collaboration for Health-Care Professionals,
designed to improve working relationships, increase personal
effectiveness, and develop of healthier work environment; for
information, call Brad Stoefen at 563-441-9500, St. Ambrose
University College for Professional Studies, 1950 E 54th St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/cps/pd, 8am Wed Sep 2.
CLASSES, LECTURES, & EVENTS
Childbirth Preparation Course, Wednesdays thru June 17
in Ill.; topics include anatomy and physiology of labor and birth,
breathing and relaxation techniques, the role of the labor partner,
obstetric pain management, Cesarian birth, and postpartum care;
Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 3pm
Mon Jun 1.
Stott Pilates Method: Intermediate Level, Mondays thru
June 29; rhythmic exercises promoting a strong and flexible body
core; exercise mat required; $40; for information or to register, call
563-742-5800, Trinity Enrichment Center, 5510 Utica Ridge Rd,
Davenport, IA, http://www.trinityqc.com, 5:30pm Mon Jun 1.
Stott Pilates Method: Introductory Level, Mondays thru
June 29; rhythmic exercises promoting a strong and flexible body
core; exercise mat required; $35; for information or to register, call
563-742-5800, Trinity Enrichment Center, 5510 Utica Ridge Rd,
Davenport, IA, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 1.
Birth Review Class, for couples who had a prepared childbirth
experience within a four-year period; topics include reviews of the
labor process, breathing, relaxation and hospital procedures; $25;
for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional
Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 2.
Changing Lives, an informative and engaging program to help
you learn more about Red Cross services; for information and to
register, call Patti at 309-743-2166, American Red Cross Office, 1100
River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.qcredcross.org, 7:30am Tue Jun 2.
Great Expectations, complete the mandatory paperwork
before going into labor; includes vital pre-admission information,
a review of consents with explanations, explanations on birth
certificate and Social Security requirements and more; free; for
information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional
Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 5pm Tue Jun 2.
Summer Boost Camp w/ Daina Lewis, Tue & Thu in June
& July; positive affirmation, breathing, a 20-min. cardiovascular
workout, strengthening exercises, yoga, discussion, and more;
$80/month, $150/both months; $12/drop-in class; for information,
call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness &
Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.
info, 9:30am Tue Jun 2 thru Thu Jul 30.
Gentle Yoga, on Tuesdays; $10/1 class, $50/6 classes, $75/10
classes; for information, call Janet at 309-391-5723 or e-mail info@
satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.satvacenter.com, 4pm thru Tue Dec 29.
Hatha Yoga, on Tuesdays; $10/1 class, $50/6 classes, $75/10
classes; for information, call Janet at 309-391-5723 or e-mail info@
satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.satvacenter.com, 5pm thru Tue Dec 29.
Meditation/Advanced, on Tuesdays; donations accepted; for
information, call Rita at 309-793-7881 or e-mail info@satvacenter.
com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.
satvacenter.com, 6:15pm thru Tue Dec 29.
Yoga Classes, on Wednesdays; taught by Roxanne Dieroff
of the Karuna School of Yoga; $8; for information, call 309-756-
9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
https://webs.extension.uiuc.edu/registration/?RegistrationID=3047,
4:30pm Wed Jun 3 thru Wed Jul 1.
Yoga for Tweens, on Saturdays in June; for ages 7-10; improve
self-image and learn to develop positive, healthy habits; with
instructor Daina Lewis; $40; for information, call 309-764-YOGA,
Indigo, A Creative Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th
Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.indigowellness.info, 4pm Sat Jun 6.
Agricultural Medicine, thru June 12; addresses diagnosis,
treatment, and prevention of agricultural health conditions through
a multidisciplinary approach; topics include agricultural health care
delivery, respiratory diseases, acute agricultural injuries, behavioral
health issues, noise-related hearing loss, zoonotic diseases, and
more; for information, call 319-335-4219 or e-mail kay-mohling@
uiowa.edu, Hotel Vetro, 201 South Linn, Iowa City, IA, Mon Jun 8.
Birth Into Being: Holistic Childbirth Educational Class for
Couples, Mondays thru June 29; for pregnant women in at least
their 7th month, their partners, and labor support who embrace
holistic birthing; $75/couple; for information, call Anna at 309-764-
0911 or e-mail info@satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave,
Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 6pm Mon Jun 8.
Childbirth Preparation Course, in IL; Mondays thru June
29; designed to prepare you physically and emotionally for the
childbirth experience; topics include anatomy and physiology of
labor and birth, breathing and relaxation techniques, the role of the
labor partner; hospital procedures, and more; $50; for information,
call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System,
http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 8.
Surgical Weight Loss Informational Meeting, the latest
information on different types of bariatric surgeries available at
Trinity, including lap-band surgery; free; for information, call 309-
779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://
www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Mon Jun 8.
Infant Care Class, in IL: topics include normal newborn
appearances and behaviors, choices for feeding your baby, safety
and well-baby care; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-
8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com,
6:30pm Tue Jun 9.
Great Expectations, complete the mandatory paperwork
before going into labor; includes vital pre-admission information,
a review of consents with explanations, explanations on birth
certificate and Social Security requirements and more; free; for
information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional
Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 5pm Tue Jun 9.
Healthy Grocery Shopping and Dining Out, dietician Jeni
Tackett offers tips; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-
242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 6pm Wed Jun 10.
Cooking with Donna, Donna Minear shares tips for healthy
eating and recipes to use at home; free; for information, call 309-
779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://
www.trinityqc.com, 2pm Thu Jun 11.
Professional Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class,
for persons working in the health-care field or day-care providers;
good for two years; $45; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-
242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 10:30am Thu Jun 11.
2009 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, annual fundraiser
for breast-cancer awareness and education, i wireless Center, 1201
River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.komenquadcities.org, 8am Sat
Jun 13.
Breastfeeding: A Gift for Baby, in IA: covers the benefits of
breastfeeding, getting started in the hospital, your first few weeks
at home, returning to work and beyond; for information, call
309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System,
http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 15.
Professional Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class,
for persons working in the health-care field or day-care providers;
good for two years; $45; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-
242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 5:30pm Mon Jun 15.
Sibling Class, in IL: ages 3 through 10 learn about their roles
as big brother or sister; hands-on demonstrations, discussions
of safety issues with the baby, a tour and making a keepsake for
the baby; have your child bring a doll or stuffed animal to class;
free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity
Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 5:30pm Tue
Jun 16.
Surgical Weight Loss Informational Meeting, the latest
information on different types of bariatric surgeries available at
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779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://
www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Tue Jun 16.
Childbirth Preparation Course, in IA; Wednesdays thru July
8; designed to prepare you physically and emotionally for the
childbirth experience; topics include anatomy and physiology of
labor and birth, breathing and relaxation techniques, the role of the
labor partner; hospital procedures, and more; $50; for information,
call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System,
http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Wed Jun 17.
QC Hearts & Minds: Building Bridges Inaugural Service
Trailblazing Session, designed for community agency & direct
service staff, social workers, students, pre-school teachers, parent
advocates, physicians, nurses, police officers, clergy, parish nurses,
and outreach ministers; for information, call 309-779-2912 or e-mail
andersonre@genesishealth.com, Trinity College of Nursing and
Health Sciences, Room 120, 2122 25th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://
www.genesishealth.com, 8am Wed Jun 17.
Staying On Top of Medicare Coverage, information and
answers with SHIIP’s Darrell Lietz; free; for information, call 563-344-
4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf,
IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 9am Wed Jun 17.
Childbirth Preparation Course, in IL; Saturdays thru July
18 (no July 4 class); designed to prepare you physically and
emotionally for the childbirth experience; topics include anatomy
and physiology of labor and birth, breathing and relaxation
techniques, the role of the labor partner; hospital procedures, and
more; $50; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899,
Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 9:30am
Sat Jun 20.
Breastfeeding: A Gift for Baby, in IL: covers the benefits of
breastfeeding, getting started in the hospital, your first few weeks
at home, returning to work and beyond; for information, call 309-
779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http:// JUNE 5 │ GILDA’S HOUSE PRESENTS
www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 23.
Professional Health-Care Provider CPR Renewal Class,
ballroom celebrities
for persons working in the health-care field or day-care providers;
good for two years; $45; for information, call 309-779-2000 or
877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 4pm Tue Jun 23.
A Good Night’s Sleep: Not an Impossible Dream, sleep tech
with the Quad Cities
Harlan Tanner shares information about how to achieve a better
night’s sleep, normal sleep patterns, and more; free; for information,
call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System,
http://www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Thu Jun 25.
Skin Bar at the Bar, licensed aesthetician Mary Huyten
performs mini hand treatments and face mapping to find out
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your skin type and condition; try dermologica products and ask
questions; free samples, raffles; for information, call Jacki at 309-
269-6923, Crabby’s, 826 W. 1st Ave., Coal Valley, IL, 2pm Sat Jun 27.
JUNE 12 & 13
Intro to the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga, Saturdays
thru July 25; physically challenging class that includes traditional
Sanskrit chants and some discussion on the traditional
philosophical aspects of Ashtanga yoga; with instructor Shannon
Moran; $30; for information, call 309-764-YOGA, Indigo, A Creative
Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL,
http://www.indigowellness.info, 4pm Sat Jul 11.
Staying On Top of Medicare Coverage, information and
answers with SHIIP’s Darrell Lietz; free; for information, call 563-344-
4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf,
IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 9am Wed Jul 15.
St. Ambrose University Health Careers Adventure Camp,
thru July 24; for grades 7-8; explore health careers through daily
activities in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech
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$150; to register, call 563-333-6277 or e-mail UrishChristineK@
sau.edu, Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.edu/healthcamp, 7:30am Mon
Jul 20.
Nutrition Before, During, and After Cancer Therapy, a
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Trinity dietitian will discuss nutrient needs before, during, and after w
cancer; information on common herbal and vitamin supplements
and antioxidants; free; for information, call 309-779-2000 or 877- i
242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, 5pm Thu Jul 30. t
Intro to the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga, Saturdays
thru Aug. 29; physically challenging class that includes traditional
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Sanskrit chants and some discussion on the traditional
philosophical aspects of Ashtanga yoga; with instructor Shannon
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upcoming events
Approach to Fitness & Wellness, LLC, 1621 5th Ave., Moline, IL,
http://www.indigowellness.info, 4pm Sat Aug 15.
Staying On Top of Medicare Coverage, information and
answers with SHIIP’s Darrell Lietz; free; for information, call 563-344-
4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf,
IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 9am Wed Aug 19.
GROUPS
General MDA Support Group, on the 4th Wed of the month;
for individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy; for
information, call 319-393-8905, Trinity 7th Street Campus, 500 John
Deere Rd, Moline, IL, thru Wed Dec 23.
Why Me?, on Thursdays; for teens hurting from the loss of a
special person in their lives; for information, call 563-324-9580,
Genesis Medical Center West, 1401 W. Central Park Ave, Davenport,
IA, http://www.genesishealth.com/services/ricks_house_hope/
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index.aspx, 7pm thru Thu Dec 31.
Changing Families/Healing Hearts, on Mondays and
Tuesdays; for children ages 5 and older who have been having
difficulties because of a parental separation or divorce; for
information, call 563-324-9580, Rick’s House of Hope, 4867 Forest
Grove Dr., Bettendorf, IA, http://www.genesishealth.com/services/
ricks_house_hope/index.aspx, 5:30pm thru Tue Dec 29.
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I Feel Better Now, on Mondays and Tuesdays; for ages 4-12
who have experienced the death of loved one through traumatic
circumstances, such as suicide, homicide, crime-related incidents,
vehicular accidents or sudden deaths; for information, call 563-324-
9580, Rick’s House of Hope, 4867 Forest Grove Dr., Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.genesishealth.com/news/2009/ricksgroups09.aspx,
5:30pm thru Tue Dec 29.
Rainbow Club, on Mondays and Tuesdays; for bereaved
children ages 5 and older who have experienced the death of a
loved one; for information, call 563-324-9580, Rick’s House of Hope,
4867 Forest Grove Dr., Bettendorf, IA, http://www.genesishealth.
com/services/ricks_house_hope/index.aspx, 5:30pm thru Tue
Dec 29.
Rick’s House of Hope Adult Support Group, on Mondays
and Tuesdays; for parents or guardians of participating children;
receive empathy and guidance for your needs and those of your
kids; for information, call 563-324-9580, Rick’s House of Hope, 4867
Forest Grove Dr., Bettendorf, IA, http://www.genesishealth.com/
services/ricks_house_hope/index.aspx, 5:30pm thru Tue Dec 29.
The Shamanic Journey Group, on the first Sunday of the
month; donations accepted; for information, call Kathleen at 563-
332-4361 or e-mail ostrichkc@hotmail.com, Davenport School of
Yoga, 421 Brady Street, Davenport, IA, 2pm thru Sun Dec 6.
Alzheimer’s: Beginning the Conversation, designed
to address the challenges confronting families of those newly
diagnosed; information for caregivers on everything from disease
progression to support programs and services; in the third floor
meeting room; for information, call 563-324-1022 or 800-272-3900,
or e-mail Jerry.Schroeder@alz.org, Senior Resources Senior Center,
1808 Mulberry, Muscatine, IA, 3pm Tue Jun 9.
Smoking Cessation Preview Session / Support Group, map
out a strategy that’s right for you; free; for information, call 309-779-
2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional Health System, http://www.
trinityqc.com, 6pm Wed Jun 10.
Group Meditation, take time for spiritual practice and
meditation with fellow seekers; on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the
month; for information, call 309-762-1066, Unity Church, 5102 47th
Ave, Moline, IL, http://www.unityqc.org, 9:45am thru Sun Dec 27.
Surgical Weight Loss Support Group, for those who
have had bariatric surgery or are exploring the option; free; for
information, call 309-779-2000 or 877-242-8899, Trinity Regional
Health System, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6:30pm Mon Jun 22.
Alzheimer’s: Beginning the Conversation, designed
to address the challenges confronting families of those newly
diagnosed; information for caregivers on everything from disease
progression to support programs and services; on the 4th Tuesday
of the month; for information, call 563-324-1022 or 800-272-3900,
or e-mail Jerry.Schroeder@alz.org, Alzheimer’s Association, 736
Federal St, Suite 2318, Davenport, IA, 3pm Tthru Tue Dec 29.
Alzheimer’s: Beginning the Conversation, designed
to address the challenges confronting families of those newly
diagnosed; information for caregivers on everything from disease
progression to support programs and services; for information, call
563-324-1022 or 800-272-3900, or e-mail Jerry.Schroeder@alz.org,
Mercy Medical Center, 638 S Bluff, Clinton, IA, 3pm Tue Jul 7.
Alzheimer’s: Beginning the Conversation, designed
to address the challenges confronting families of those newly
diagnosed; information for caregivers on everything from disease
progression to support programs and services; in Conference Room
A; for information, call 563-324-1022 or 800-272-3900, or e-mail
Jerry.Schroeder@alz.org, Mercer County Hospital, 409 NW 9th Ave,
Aledo, IL, 3pm Thu Jul 23.
Alzheimer’s: Beginning the Conversation, designed
to address the challenges confronting families of those newly
diagnosed; information for caregivers on everything from disease
progression to support programs and services; for information,
call 563-324-1022 or 800-272-3900, or e-mail Jerry.Schroeder@alz.
org, Henry County Senior Center, 219 W 2nd St, Kewanee, IL, 3pm
Thu Aug 20.
SERVICES
Energy Healing, by appointment; $50/hour, $25/half hour; for
information, call Audrey at 309-340-1817, Satva Center, 1918 7th
Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Art & Sound Healing: Group Sessions, on Wednesdays;
$25; for information, call Colleen at 563-340-4453 or e-mail info@
satvacenter.org, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.satvacenter.com, 4pm thru Wed Dec 30.
Art & Sound Healing: Individual Sessions, on Wednesdays
by appointment; $50; for information, call Colleen at 563-340-4453
or e-mail info@satvacenter.org, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock
Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 9am thru Wed Dec 30.
Art & Sound Healing: Singing Bowl Group Sessions, on
Wednesdays; $10; for information, call Colleen at 563-340-4453
or e-mail info@satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock
Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 5pm thru Wed Dec 30.
Feng Shui Consultations, by appointment; for information,
call Vicki at 309-794-7362, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island,
IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
House Clearings and House Blessings, move out stagnant,
old energy and feel safe, comfortable, and at ease; for information,
call Debra at 608-279-4319 or e-mail debramorrill@charter.net, The
Healing Heart Center, 1035 Lincoln Rd, Bettendorf, IA, thru Thu
Dec 31.
Quantum Touch, by appointment; donations accepted; for
information, call Wendy at 309-796-4134, Satva Center, 1918 7th
Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Reflexology, by appointment; $50/hour, $25/half hour; for
information, call 309-793-7881 or e-mail info@satvacenter.org,
Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.
com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Reiki Treatment, Mon.-Fri.; $50/60 min, $25/30 min; for
information, call Renee at 309-496-9006, Satva Center, 1918 7th
Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 9am thru Thu
Dec 31.
Shamanic Counseling, power animal discovery, soul retrieval;
services free to veterans of war; for information, call Kathleen at
563-332-4361 or e-mail ostrichkc@hotmail.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Shamanic Healing Appointments, specializing in soul
retrieval, ancestral healing, and releasing patterns from the
energy field; for information, call Debra at 608-279-4319 or e-mail
debramorrill@charter.net, The Healing Heart Center, 1035 Lincoln
Rd, Bettendorf, IA, thru Thu Dec 31.
Thai Foot Massage, Mon.-Fri. by appointment; $25/half
hour, $45/hour; for information, call 309-793-7881 or e-mail info@
satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.satvacenter.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Thai Full Body Massage, by appointment; $35/half hour,
$50/hour, $80/90 minutes; for information, call 309-793-7881 or e-
mail info@satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island,
IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Thai Yoga Massage, available by appointment only; for
information, contact Kelly at 309-236-6084, Tapas Yoga Shala, 421
Brady St, Davenport, IA, http://www.blissfulbodywork.blogspot.
com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Trinity VHNA Foot Care Clinic, 10-minute foot soak, cleaning,
clipping, and filing of the nails, and a lotion massage for the calves
and feet; for information, call 309-752-2643, South Moline Township
Senior Center, 637 17th Ave, East Moline, IL, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 9am Thu May 28.
Integrative Reflexology, on Thursdays by appointment;
$50/60 min, $25/30 min; for information, call Amy at 563-381-1030,
Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.
com, thru Thu Dec 31.
Free Skin Cancer Screening, for information, call 563-344-
SKIN, Soderstrom Skin Institute - Davenport, 1800 E 54th St,
Davenport, IA, 8am Sat May 30.
Trinity Farmer’s Market - Trinity at Terrace Park, on
Mondays; to participate, call Jane Weber at 563-332-5529, Trinity at
Terrace Park, Utica Ridge Rd, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 3pm thru Mon Oct 26.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings, sponsored by the American
Red Cross; in Younkers Court; for information, call Marketing
Director Darcy Jacks at 563-391-6773, NorthPark Mall, Between
Harrison and Welcome Way on E. Kimberly, Davenport, IA, 8am
Tue Jun 2.
Acupuncture, on Tuesdays; by appointment; $65-$75; for
information, call Dr. Mehta at 309-343-0160, Satva Center, 1918
7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 2:30pm thru
Tue Dec 29.
Acupuncture, Acupressure, Reflexology, on Tuesdays;
for information, call 563-445-6640 or 563-650-6747, Take Action
Wellness & Fitness, Old Town Mall, Davenport, IA, 10am thru Tue
Dec 29.
Ayurveda, on Tuesdays; by appointment; $75-$65; for
information, call Dr. Mehta at 309-343-0160 or e-mail info@
satvacenter.com, Satva Center, 1918 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.satvacenter.com, 2:30pm thru Tue Dec 29.
Homeopathy, on Tuesdays; by appointment; $65-$75; for
information, call Dr. Mehta at 309-343-0160, Satva Center, 1918
7th Ave, Rock Island, IL, http://www.satvacenter.com, 2:30pm thru
Tue Dec 29.
Trinity VHNA Foot Care Clinic, 10-minute foot soak, cleaning,
clipping, and filing of the nails, and a lotion massage for the calves
and feet; for information and a schedule, call 309-779-7401, Trinity
VNHA, 106 19th Ave., Ste. 101, Moline, IL, 1pm thru Thu Dec 31.
Trinity Farmer’s Market - 7th Street Campus, on Saturdays;
to participate, call Steve Krause at 309-944-7980, Trinity 7th Street
Campus, 500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, http://www.trinityqc.com,
8am thru Sat Oct 31.
Rudy Quijas Memorial Prostate Screening, includes both
PSA blood testing and a digital rectal exam; appointments required;
$40; for information, call 309-779-2000, Trinity at Terrace Park, Utica
Ridge Rd, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Tue Jun 9.
Rudy Quijas Memorial Prostate Screening, includes both
PSA blood testing and a digital rectal exam; appointments required;
$40; for information, call 309-779-2000, Trinity 7th Street Campus,
500 John Deere Rd, Moline, IL, http://www.trinityqc.com, 6pm Wed
Jun 10.
Free Skin Cancer Screening, for information, call 563-242-
3571, Soderstrom Skin Institute - Clinton, 2315 Roosevelt Rd,
Clinton, IA, 8am Sat Jun 20.
Rock ’n’ Roll Up Your Sleeve Blood Drive and Rock Concert,
in the Exhibit Halls and Meeting Rooms 135 & 136; blood drive
1-7pm, concert 4-10pm; concert admission free for blood-drive
participants and $10 for non-participants; for information, call
309-673-8900, Peoria Civic Center, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, IL,
http://www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com, 1am Tue Jun 23.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings, sponsored by the American
Red Cross; in Younkers Court; for information, call Marketing Director
Darcy Jacks at 563-391-6773, NorthPark Mall, Between Harrison and
Welcome Way on E. Kimberly, Davenport, IA, 8am Tue Jul 7.
2nd Annual Save a Life Blood Drive, sponsored by the
Mississippi Valley regional Blood Center; Rascal and several Quad
City River Bandits will be there to encourage and thank you for
your donations, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Sat Jul 11.
Free Skin Cancer Screening, for information, call 563-344-
SKIN, Soderstrom Skin Institute - Davenport, 1800 E 54th St,
Davenport, IA, 8am Sat Jul 18.
Trinity VHNA Foot Care Clinic, 10-minute foot soak, cleaning,
clipping, and filing of the nails, and a lotion massage for the calves
and feet; for information, call 309-752-2643, South Moline Township
Senior Center, 637 17th Ave, East Moline, IL, http://www.trinityqc.
com, 9am Thu Jul 23.
Wallabies, Ringbolts, and Greek Gods:
Exploring Wines from Down Under
Y
ellow Tail is readily available at your local
grocer and is perhaps the most recognized
wine brand from Down Under. The bottles
sport a whimsical label of a yellow-footed Rock
Wallaby (relative to the kangaroo), each a different
color to designate the type of wine. They typically
retail for under $10. This Australian wine has become
“the number-one imported wine in America and
the fastest-growing imported wine in U.S. history,”
according to Better Living (BLGuide.com). But
don’t let this heavily marketed brand deter you from
venturing into the unique regions of Australia and
its neighbor, New Zealand, that produce some truly
premium wines.
Australia and New Zealand are vast countries, and
their climate and terrain vary dramatically. Because
of their geographic diversity, wines become known
by, and famous for, their place of origin. Efforts
have been made to maintain the integrity of wine
production, and there is a growing movement to
classify Australian and New Zealand wine in more
regional terms.
New Zealand has developed a set of industry
standards, known as Sustainable Winegrowing
New Zealand. The Australian wine industry has set
forth an identifying system known as Geographic
Indications.
According to the Australian Wine & Brandy
Corporation, wine carrying a regional name must
have 85 percent of its fruit sourced from that region.
In Wine Atlas of Australia & New Zealand, James
Halliday outlines the distinguishing features of 40
distinct wine-growing regions and describes the
climate, soil, and grape varieties of each.
One of Australia’s oldest and best-known wine
regions, the Barossa Valley, is also south Australia’s
most visited tourist destination. The Barossa Valley
is best known for its Shiraz. Some of the oldest active
grape-producing vineyards are here, significant
because old vines produce highly concentrated,
intense, and full-bodied wines.
There are many top-notch wine producers in
the Barossa Valley. One of our favorite wineries is
Elderton (EldertonWines.com.au), a small, family-
owned winery situated in the heart of the valley. In
addition to great wine, it has become a leader within
the Australian wine industry in environmental
sustainability. The winery uses solar power, recycles
its water, uses biodynamic farming practices, and
recently gained organic certification.
Tantalus Red, from Elderton, combines the famed
Shiraz grape with its Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s an
easy-drinking style of premium red at an everyday-
drinking price (under $15). Named for a figure from
Greek mythology, Tantalus offended the gods and
was punished by being kept perpetually thirsty and
hungry but tantalized by water and fruit he could see
but not quite reach.
Farther south is the Coonawarra wine region,
known for producing world-class red wines. The
region possesses rich red clay over limestone that
is well drained (a key element in premium-grape-
growing) and has one of the longest ripening seasons
in the world. Penley Estate Wines (Penley.com.au) hail
from this region. The Penley Estate Gryphon Merlot
expresses distinctive Coonawarra fruit, loaded with
regional personality (concentrated and luscious, but
seldom tannic). The Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon
shows “dominance of spicy Cabernet fruit, a dense
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ripeness with hints of smoky oak and grape tannin.
A wine made to enjoy while young, ripe but elegant,
distinct Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon characters
are evident.”
In the relatively cool climate on the west coast
of Australia lies the lesser-known yet inspiring
Margaret River Wine region. A fun tale from the area
is told by the wine-makers at Ringbolt. According
to the company’s Web site (Ringbolt.com), western
Australia’s rugged southwest coastline is littered with
shipwrecks – the Ringbolt being one of them. The
winery produces a terrific “typical of cool climate”
Cabernet Sauvignon – grapes that provide a sweet core
yet are “earthy.”
Though considerably smaller, Australia’s southeast
neighbor New Zealand has 10 main wine-growing
regions with greatly varying climate and terrain. The
vines of Marlborough were planted just over three
decades ago. The country’s largest wine region – at the
northern end of New Zealand’s southern island – it has
since become the county’s best-known wine-growing
area. It is famous for its Sauvignon Blanc and home to
two of our favorites. Seresin Momo’s organically grown
grapes are picked late evening and early morning to
ensure that the fruit arrives at the winery cool. The
result is a richness of fruit with crisp citrus to give a
long and clean finish. Allen Scott Sauvignon Blanc is
light to medium-bodied, with nicely integrated acidity
and tasty lime flavors with just a hint of lemon. The
finish is dry and refreshing.
New Zealand also has its share of notable reds. In
Marlborough, you’ll find the cool Wairau and Awarere
valleys. Pinot Noir, the third-most-planted grape, is
grown here. Drylands Estate, “pick of Marlborough”
for wine aficionados, produces a light and smooth
Pinot, complemented by aging in French oak.
Another fine example is the Nick Goldschmidt
Boulder Bank Pinot Noir. Light-cherry-colored with
rich, dark fruit on the nose, soft tannins, and good
structure, this Pinot is a terrific value.
The country’s second-largest region, Hawkes
Bay, produces a considerable range of wine styles.
Chardonnay is the most widely planted grape variety,
but the long days allow for later-ripening red-grape
varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,
Cabernet Franc, and Syrah. Alpha Domus planted its
vines on the western Heretaunga Plains in Hawke’s
Bay, released its first wines in 1996, and is now well-
known in the U.S. and England. Alpha Domus is in
the vicinity of an historic airfield. Its logo and wine
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names are all representative of the vintage planes that
can still be seen in the sky above the vineyard. The
Navigator is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Cabernet Franc, and Malbec. The berries are hand-
picked, basket-pressed, and aged in a mixture of
French and American oak, making it rich yet balanced
with sweet, ripe berry fruit and spicy oak.
So have fun, explore, and discover the food-friendly
and fabulous wines from Down Under.
Nancy Rosetti is co-owner of the Faithful Pilot Cafe &
Spirits and the online wine store RosettiWineShop.com.
The restaurant (117 North Cody Road in LeClaire) hosts
monthly wine tastings, including a Down Under event
on Sunday, May 31, at 3:30 p.m. For more information,
call (563)355-4139 or visit FaithfulPilotCafe.com or
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Free Blood Pressure Screenings, sponsored by the American
Red Cross; in Younkers Court; for information, call Marketing
Director Darcy Jacks at 563-391-6773, NorthPark Mall, Between
Harrison and Welcome Way on E. Kimberly, Davenport, IA, 8am
Tue Aug 4.
Free Skin Cancer Screening, for information, call 563-242-
3571, Soderstrom Skin Institute - Clinton, 2315 Roosevelt Rd,
Clinton, IA, 8am Sat Aug 22.
Black Hawk College Softball Camp, register by may 11 for
June 8-11 camp, for girls ages 8-14; learn fundamentals from coach
Carrie Calderon and her players, with an emphasis on strategies of
the game; $75, additional family members $15 each; to register, call
309-796-5606, Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th
Ave., Moline, IL, 10am Wed May 27.
Get Your Game On!, teens play games on the Wii and
PlayStation 2, featuring Rock Band, Guitar hero, DDR, Super Smash
Bros., and more; 3pm; for information, call 563-326-7832, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Wed May 27.
Call for Entries: 4th Annual Teen Battle of the Bands,
singers, songwriters, and bands are encouraged to compete in
June 17’s outdoor battle at the Fairmount Street Library; $20 entry
fee; win up to $300; entry forms available at both library locations,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, thru Wed Jun 10.
Iowa Machine Shed Cooking Class for Kids, kids get to mix
ingredients, use kitchen gadgets, follow recipes, and learn about
etiquette, safety, and nutrition; with chef Bryan Tyler; an adult must
attend with their child; free; for information or to register, call 563-
391-2427, Iowa Machine Shed, 7250 Northwest Blvd., Davenport,
IA, 6pm Wed May 27.
Ballet/Hannah Montana Birthday Parties, themed birthday
parties for your little girl; for information, call 309-794-1410,
Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio & Resale Store, 1303 30th Ave.,
Rock Island, IL, thru Thu Dec 31.
Brain Teasers Exhibit, test your problem-solving skills on 20
different mind benders located on five brightly colored tables,
featuring a variety of hands-on challenges for all skill levels; for
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa
Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, thru Sun
Sep 13.
Toddler & Preschool Story Time, on Wednesdays; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St.,
Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am thru Wed
Dec 30.
Toddler & Preschool Story Time, on Wednesdays; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr.,
Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am thru Wed
Dec 30.
Earth Science Academy - Session 5, for home-schooled
children in grades 4-6; to register, call 563-359-7577, Scott County
Extension, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.
extension.iastate.edu/calendar, 1pm Thu May 28.
Mini-Series Plants, for home-schooled children in grades
K-3; to register, call 563-359-7577, Scott County Extension, 875
Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.extension.iastate.
edu/calendar, 1pm Thu May 28.
Preschool Storytime, stories, songs, and fun for ages 3-5 not
yet in kindergarten; at 10am or 1:30pm; free; for information, call
563-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://
www.molinelibrary.com, Thu May 28.
Put a Smile on a Child Youth Event, for ages 12 and under;
children’s activities, hots dogs, chips, and milk; for information, call
309-786-6494, PepsiCo Student Recreation Center, 1025 30th St.,
Rock Island, IL, 5pm Thu May 28.
Toddler Story Time, interactive program featuring books,
rhymes, songs, and storytelling; 10-11am; for information, call
563-326-7900, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu May
28.
Wii Free Play, for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 3:30pm Thu May 28.
Wii Free Play, on the 1st & 4th Thu. of the month; enjoy
Nintendo Wii with your friends; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm thru Thu Dec 24.
Baby Story Time, interactive program featuring books, rhymes,
songs, and storytelling; 10-11am; for information, call 563-326-
7900, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport,
IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Fri May 29.
Digital Divas, register by May 29 for “teen techie camp”
running June 15-17; for girls in grades 8-12; for those interested
in nanotechnology, movie-making, creating digital music, T-
shirt design, robotics, digital scrapbooking, CPS, and more; $50;
for information, call 309-796-4823, Black Hawk College - Quad
City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.bhc.edu/
youthcamps, 9am Fri May 29.
Toddler & Preschool Story Time, on Fridays and Tuesdays;
for information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am thru Tue
Dec 29.
Family Story Time @ Main, interactive program featuring
books, rhymes, songs, and storytelling; for information, call
563-326-7900, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Sat May
30.
Overhead ’Bots Workshops, for ages 6 & up; young
inventors can create tiny robots using simple analog circuitry
and environmentally friendly solar cells, decorate the robots with
colorful embellishments, and place them on overhead projectors,
where the light will bring them to life; kids can then take their
robots home with them; to register, call 319-625-6255, ext. 210 or e-
mail ddunkhase@theicm.org, Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral
Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, http://www.theicm.org, 2pm Sun May 31.
Bug’s-Eye View, build bug creations with recycled/reused
materials and draw a landscape from the bug’s point of view; a
River Action Monday Fun Day event; $5/child; for information, call
563-322-2969, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Jun 1.
Scott County Library System “Be Creative” Summer
Reading Program, at the Eldridge, Princeton, Blue Grass, Buffalo,
Walcott, and Durant libraries; receive a reading log, count the
minutes you read, and be eligible for prizes; for information, call
563-285-4794, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, Mon Jun 1.
Anime Club, watch the first few episodes of selected anime
DVD; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 4pm Mon Jun 1 and Mon Jun 8.
Wee Wigglers Storytime, on Mondays; stories, finger plays,
and hands-on activities for ages 18-36 months with an adult; at 9:30
or 10:45am; free; for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
Mon Jun 1 thru Mon Jun 29.
Anime Club, on Mondays; watch the first few episodes of
that month’s selected anime DVD; share your suggestions for
future titles; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 4pm Mon Jun 1 thru Mon Aug 24.
Preschool Story Time, on Mondays; free, Davenport Public
Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 10am thru Mon Aug 31.
Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio Summer Classes: Ages
11 & Up, for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s Performing
Arts Studio & Resale Store, 1303 30th Ave., Rock Island, IL, 6:45pm
register by Tue Jun 2.
Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio Summer Classes: Ages
3-6, for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s Performing Arts
Studio & Resale Store, 1303 30th Ave., Rock Island, IL, 5pm register
by Tue Jun 2.
Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio Summer Classes: Ages
7-10, for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s Performing Arts
Studio & Resale Store, 1303 30th Ave., Rock Island, IL, 6pm register
by Tue Jun 2.
Family Story Time, free, Tue. 6:30pm, Sat. 10am; Davenport
Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street, Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue Jun 2 thru Sat Aug 29.
Get Your Game On!, on Wednesdays; teens can play video
games on the Wii and Playstation 2, featuring Rock Band, Guitar
Hero, DDR, and Super Smash Bros, Fairmount Street Library, 3000
N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
3pm Wed Jun 3 thru Wed Sep 2.
Wormology, learn why worms are important for plants, and
the anatomy of worms; make a layered wormery and track your
worms’ movements; an event in the “Fun with Children’s Gardening”
program; $15; for information, call 309-732-7275 or e-mail
parkrecmail@rigov.org, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave.,
Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 9am Thu Jun 4.
Teen Advisory Group, teens in grades 6-12 are encouraged to
share their opinions, help plan events for teens, and have fun; free;
for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st
St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Thu Jun 4.
Toddler Story Time, on Thursdays; free, Fairmount Street
Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu Jun 4 thru Thu Aug 27.
Engineering Technology Youth Camp, register by June 5 for
“teen techie camp” running June 8-11; for ages 14-18; get hands-
on experience and learn about the wide range of career fields
including computer-aided design/manufacturing and alternative
energy; $195; for information, call 309-796-4823, Black Hawk
College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.
bhc.edu/youthcamps, 8:15am Fri Jun 5.
Game Programming, register by June 5 for “teen techie
camp” running June 8-11; for ages 13-17; create your own graphic-
oriented games; $160; for information, call 309-796-4823, Black
Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL,
http://www.bhc.edu/youthcamps, 8:15am Fri Jun 5.
Imaginative Family Movies: High School Musical 3, bring
friends, family, blankets, and snacks; free; popcorn provided;
program designed for youth from preschool thru sixth grade; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Fri Jun 5.
Princeton Branch Summer Reading Kick-Off Party, race
minnows, play games, and have a blast; program designed for
youth from preschool thru sixth grade; for information, call 563-
285-4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://
www.scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Fri Jun 5.
Baby Story Time, on Fridays; free, Fairmount Street Library,
3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.
com, 10am Fri Jun 5 thru Fri Aug 28.
Hy-Vee’s Kids Triathlon Quad Cities, for ages 7-8, 9-11, and
12-14; prizes for winners, including a VIP Family Weekend to the
June Hy-Vee Triathlon in Des Moines, iPods, sports gear, and more;
for information, call 563-343-8088, North Family YMCA, 624 W.
53rd ST, Davenport, IA, http://www.HormelHyVeeKidsTri.com, 9am
Sat Jun 6.
Pixie Tea Party, bite-size sandwiches, cakes, tea, punch, crafts,
and a gift pixie wand to remember the day; $10, ages 2 & under
free; for tickets, call 309-794-0991, ext 26 or e-mail accounts@
qcgardens.com, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock
Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, Sat Jun 6.
Walking Hand in Hand, family fun event featuring inflatables,
games, a silent auction, a raffle, a Quad Cities River Bandits
baseball game, and a walk along the river; special needs art from
Inspiration Studio on sale; live music by Superfly Samurai after the
game; all proceeds benefit programs serving children with special
needs; to register and for information, call 563-332-8010, Modern
Woodmen Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 2pm Sat Jun 6.
Role Playing Group, on Saturdays; play games such as
Dungeons & Dragons or BattleTech; join a game already in
progress or bring your own group to join; for information, call
563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus,
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jun 6
thru Sat Aug 15.
Overhead ’Bots Workshops, for ages 6 & up; young
inventors can create tiny robots using simple analog circuitry
and environmentally friendly solar cells, decorate the robots with
colorful embellishments, and place them on overhead projectors,
where the light will bring them to life; kids can then take their
robots home with them; to register, call 319-625-6255, ext. 210 or
e-mail ddunkhase@theicm.org, Iowa City Public Library, 123 S Linn
St, Iowa City, IA, http://www.theicm.org, 12pm Sun Jun 7.
2009 Summer Day Camp, register by June 1 for camp for
ages 6-14, running June 8 thru July 24; activities include bowling,
computer training, golf lessons, 4-H, swimming, and music lessons,
with scheduled field trips to the Family Museum, Putnam Museum,
Rock Island Library, Scott County Park, Christian Friendliness, and
Whitewater Junction; free; for information, call 309-732-2999,
Martin Luther King Center, 7th Ave.& 9th St., Rock Island, IL, Mon
Jun 8.
Float Your Boat, boat-building workshop involving origami
paper boat construction and foil boat building; learn to design a
boat that will carry a load of marbles; a River Action Monday Fun
Day event; $5/child; for information, call 563-322-2969, Pigeon
Creek Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon
Jun 8.
Little Tykes: Fun and Learning, for ages 0-5 with a parent;
free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library,
3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm
Mon Jun 8.
Paper Party, create postcards, cootie-catchers, and more;
program designed for youth from preschool thru sixth grade; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr.,
Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Mon Jun 8.
Wild Thing Contest, build a “wild thing” out of anything you
want; winners chosen by popular vote; for details, call 309-736-
5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 8 thru Tue Jun 30.
Summer Reading Club: “Read on the Wild Side”, read
minutes to meet your goal for incentives and summer fun; for
information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st
St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Mon Jun 8 thru Sat
Aug 1.
Curious George, children’s activities after a meet-and-greet
with everyone’s favorite monkey; free; register at 309-736-5739,
Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, 1pm Tue Jun 9.
Hispanic Teen Leadership, Tuesdays thru July 14; explore
your own personal leadership style and enjoy interactive games
and activities to learn more about communication, getting along
with others, decision making and teambuilding; to register, call
309-756-9978, Ridgewood Elementary School, 9607 14th St. W.,
Rock Island, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 10am
Tue Jun 9.
Mad Science of Iowa, wacky science experiments performed
before your eyes; at 10:30am & 1:30pm; free; for information, call
563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine,
IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jun 9.
Vander Veer Stories in the Park, on Tuesdays; stories and
games for kids of all ages; free; sponsored by the Davenport Public
Libraries; for information, call 563-326-7832, Vander Veer Park, 215
W Central Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
11am Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jun 30.
Be Creative @ Your Library, summer reading program; win
prizes for reading; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jun 9 thru Tue Jul 28.
Father’s Day Program, for ages 6 and up; create a special gift
for Dad, at 2 or 7pm; free; register at 309-736-5739, Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
Wed Jun 10.
Believe It Baby!, Steve Van De Walle presents a program to
teach toddlers how to read; for ages 3-5 and an adult; to register,
call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL,
http://www.molinelibrary.com, 10am Thu Jun 11.
Clay on the Potter’s Wheel, Thursdays thru July 16, for ages
8-14; learn basic wheel-throwing techniques, how to work on the
wheel, and how to create hand-built projects using low-fire and
stoneware clay; $71; to register, call 309-796-4823, Black Hawk
College - Quad City Campus, 6600 34th Ave., Moline, IL, 5:30pm
Thu Jun 11.
Introduction to Blogging, learn how to create free blogging
sites and how to use them; discussion of the importance of RSS
feeds and how to subscribe using an aggregator such as Google;
for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.
com, 2pm Thu Jun 11.
On-the-Town Storytimes for All Ages, meet at Discovery
Park; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd
St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org,
6:30pm Thu Jun 11.
Preschool Storytime, featuring the Volcano Experiment; for
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa
Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, 10:30pm
Thu Jun 11.
Shoelace Tales, story time with Mrs. Campbell and a shoe-
related craft; program designed for youth from preschool thru sixth
grade; for information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N.
6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am
Thu Jun 11.
Vegetable Tops & Bottoms, learn about vegetable gardening
and what it takes to make a healthy vegetable garden; plant a
vegetable and watch it grow; an event in the “Fun with Children’s
Gardening” program; $15; for information, call 309-732-7275 or
e-mail parkrecmail@rigov.org, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th
Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 9am Thu Jun 11.
WQPT at the Ballpark, game between the Clinton
LumberKings and the Peoria Chiefs; kids can meet Curious George,
get a Curious george tattoo, and register for a gift basket, Alliant
Energy Field, 537 Ballpark Drive, Clinton, IA, http://www.wqpt.org,
Thu Jun 11.
Fiesta!: Art and Music with Julie Lear, for tots and
preschoolers; $5; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine
Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.
muscatineartcenter.org, 10am Thu Jun 11 and Fri Jun 12.
Learn to Knit, for grades 4-6; needles available for check-out
and yarn provided; for information, call 563-285-4794, option
4, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Thu Jun 11 and Thu Jun 18.
Fiesta!: Mexican Worry Dolls, for ages 6-14, with Vada Baker;
$7.50; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center,
1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.
org, 10am Fri Jun 12.
Puppet-Palooza, for grades K-6; create a fantastic puppet, with
all supplies provided; for information, call 563-285-4794, Princeton
Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.
org, 3pm Fri Jun 12.
Bella Rocks!, nationally-known, “Twilight”-inspired band
performing at the Summer Reading kick-off party, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 4pm Sat Jun 13.
Kidgits Mini-Chef Event, in Younkers Court; for information,
call Darcy at 309-797-8450, SouthPark Mall, 4500 16th St, Moline, IL,
1pm Sat Jun 13.
Summer Reading Program Kick-off Party, featuring
bluesman Ellis Kell, the DePriest Puppets, illustrators David &
Stacey Houk, and magician Rick Eugene; families can make and
take musical instruments, puppets, illustrations, and magic tricks
during workshops, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 1pm Sat Jun 13.
Davenport Library Summer Reading Program, at the
Davenport Main and Fairmount Street libraries, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, Sat Jun 13 thru Sat Aug 8.
Overhead ’Bots Workshops, for ages 6 & up; young
inventors can create tiny robots using simple analog circuitry
and environmentally friendly solar cells, decorate the robots with
colorful embellishments, and place them on overhead projectors,
where the light will bring them to life; kids can then take their
robots home with them; to register, call 319-625-6255, ext. 210 or e-
mail ddunkhase@theicm.org, Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral
Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, http://www.theicm.org, 2pm Sun Jun 14.
Black Hawk College Swim School: Session 1, for ages 4-15;
thru June 25; choose from 8:15-9am, 9:15-10am, 10:15-11am,
11:15am-noon, 4:15-5pm, or 5:15-6pm; $45/session; private lessons
available; for information, call 309-796-5601, Black Hawk College
- Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, IL, Mon
Jun 15.
Catfish Caper, an interactive discussion about nature and
names, and a mask-making activity featuring oversized masks; a
River Action Monday Fun Day event; $5/child; for information, call
563-322-2969, LeClaire Park, River Dr & Ripley St, Davenport, IA,
http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Jun 15.
Exploremore, thru June 19; hands-on youth camp focusing
on archeology, architecture, and historic preservation on the estate
grounds; geared toward middle-school students; $150-$140; for
information, call 319-362-7375, Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr SE,
Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.brucemore.org, 9am Mon Jun 15.
Going Solo: A Business of My Own, Mondays thru July 20;
for ages 12 & up; explore the world of entrepreneurship, develop a
prototype, design your advertising tools, discover the competition
of targeted markets, create a business plan, and determine if you
are destined to become your own CEO; $25; to register, call 309-
756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Mon Jun 15.
Oceanology, Mondays thru July 20; for ages 8-12; learn
captivating facts about the ocean and the creatures that live in
it, and participate in amazing experiments and activities that will
enhance your knowledge about marine life; $35; to register, call
309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave,
Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Mon
Jun 15.
Quad City Sports Center’s Camp Freeze, thru June 19; for
ages 5-13; skating camp with over 10 hours of on- and off-ice
training, and an end-of-week performance; for both beginning
and advanced skaters; $150; for information and to register, call
Amanda Crosby at 563-322-5220, Quad City Sports Center, 700
W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.qcskate.com, 9am Mon
Jun 15.
Quilting 101, all ages welcome; learn about designing quilts,
and put glue sticks to work in creating paper masterpieces; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1:30pm Mon
Jun 15.
Scrapbooking Camp, thru June 18; for ages 10 & up; create
some awesome scrapbooking projects, learn how to make great
page layouts, craft your own paper and creative embellishments;
$40; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension,
321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/
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rockisland, 1pm Mon Jun 15.
The Art of Mexico: Retablos and Milagros, for ages 6-14; art
projects with Julie Lear; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Mon Jun 15.
Teen Challenge Team, for junior high & high schoolers; meet
with other local teens as you develop your leadership skills through
games and activities, and then teach those skills to others as youth
leaders; to register, call 309-756-9978, Butterworth Center, 1105 8th
Street, Moline, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm
Mon Jun 15.
American Red Cross Kids’ K.A.M.P., ages 5-10 enjoy fire
safety lessons, a fire truck tour, lessons on nutrition, safety skills,
first aid, field trips, a pizza party, and more; $15/day, $75/week; to
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River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.qcredcross.org, 9am Mon Jun 15
thru Fri Jun 19.
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for information, call 563-285-4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr.,
Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Mon Jun
15 thru Mon Jul 27.
Craft-ernoon!, on Mondays; make ‘n’ take crafts for kids of all
ages, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport,
IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Mon Jun 15 thru Mon
Aug 3.
Monday Movie Matinees, on Mondays; fun flicks and free
s Comedian Paul Rodriguez, June 12 popcorn, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Mon Jun
15 thru Mon Aug 3.
s Memories of Conway Twitty, July 2 & 3 Family Fun Night: Fiber Arts Frenzy, decorate the children’s
garden with fabric, yarn, ribbon, and imagination, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jun 16.
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Insectigations, Tuesdays thru July 21; for ages 8-12; learn fun
facts, participate in digs for bugs, and complete different bug-
or by calling 1-800-THE-ISLE related experiments; $35; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island
County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.
uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Tue Jun 16.
Jim Gill’s Family Room Tour, family concert from award-
winning children’s musician; energetic rhythms, songs, and
sing-along’s; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public
1777 Isle Parkway Bettendorf, IA 52722 Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,


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Mississippi Valley Blood Center; for information, call 563-285-
4794, Walcott Library, 207 S. Main St., Walcott, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 1:30pm Tue Jun 16.
Musical Theatre Auditioning 101, for information, call 309-
794-1410, Sunshine’s Performing Arts Studio & Resale Store, 1303
30th Ave., Rock Island, IL, 12pm Tue Jun 16 thru Thu Jun 18.
Quilting 102, for grades 3-6; Ms. Maggie teaches fine
needlework; learn to fashion your own wall hanging; for
information, call 563-285-4794, option 4, Eldridge Library, 200 N.
6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Tue
Jun 16.
Teens - Express This!, create costumes of your favorite anime
character for all your cosplay activities, and prepare for Anime Iowa
or the next Teen Anime Festival, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
3pm Tue Jun 16.
The Art of Mexico: Paper Sculpture Jaguar, for ages 6-14; art
projects with Julie Lear; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Tue Jun 16.
The Snakeman, Gary Liesen brings his vast knowledge
about reptiles, and seven large and wonderful snakes; at 10:30am
& 1:30pm; free; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jun 16.
Wearable Art, Tuesdays thru July 21; for ages 11 & up; create
works of art that you can actually wear; use different skills to
fashion wearable pieces; led by Anne Brown; $40; to register, call
309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan,
IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Tue Jun 16.
Pictionary Night, on Tuesdays; test your drawing skills in a
game of strategy and fun; prizes awarded to the winning teams; for
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all family members, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue Jun
16 thru Tue Aug 4.
Magical Muggles 4-H Club, for ages 8-18, with activities
inspired by the Harry Potter series; for information, call 309-756-
9978, ext 14, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan,
IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:30pm Tue Jun 16.
A Book by Me, Wednesdays thru July 22; for ages 11 &
up; explore the historic events that surrounded the Holocaust;
interview a local survivor or a WWII veteran who helped liberate
victims of the Holocaust, and write and/or illustrate a book; led
by Deb Bowman; $25; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island
County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.
uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Wed Jun 17.
Just 4 Girls, Wednesdays thru July 22; for ages 12 & up; learn
about taking care of your changing body; study skin care, proper
make-up applications and tips, hair care, manicures, pedicures
and more; $30; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County
Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.
edu/rockisland, 9am Wed Jun 17.
Kindermusik w/ Adrienne, for pre-K thru 1st graders; kids play
with different instruments, sing songs, and discover the language
of music; for information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200
N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am
Wed Jun 17.
MVBC Puppet Show, for all ages; a puppet show by
the Mississippi Valley Blood Center; for information, call 563-
285-4794, Durant Library, 402 6th St., Durant, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 2:30pm Wed Jun 17.
Musical Workshop, for all ages; make-and-take craft session
in which kids glue, stamp, shake, and create instruments to play at
home; for information, call 563-285-4794, Princeton Library, 328
River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm
Wed Jun 17.
Rock Painting & Mask Making, for ages 12-18; make a mask
that reveals your inner wild child, and your own pet (rock) tiger
or elephant; to register, call 309-736-5737, Moline Public Library,
3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 2pm Wed
Jun 17.
SMART Bus, learn about ecology and conservation; tour the
bus and pick out a free book, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
12pm Wed Jun 17.
The Art of Mexico: Felt Molas, for ages 6-14; art projects with
Julie Lear; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine
Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.
Walk/Ride, program dedicated to encouraging people to use
the Duck Creek Bike Path; start your journey at the Fairmount with
activities including scavenger hunts, bouncy houses, and more,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 12pm Wed Jun 17.
Craft-ernoon!, on Wednesdays; make ’n’ take crafts for kids
of all ages, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Wed Jun 17
thru Wed Aug 5.
Midweek Movie Matinee, on Wednesdays; fun flicks and
free popcorn, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 2pm Wed Jun 17
thru Wed Aug 5.
Clowning Around, Thursdays thru July 23; for ages 8 & up;
explore make-up techniques, balloon art, costuming, performing
and other skills; led by Clown-A-Round’s Daizy Dee; $40; to register,
call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave,
Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Thu
Jun 18.
Creative Works!, the African American Museum of Iowa’s
Tyra Cole teaches participants how to make traditional Adinkra
cloth; make your own fabric for use in crafting projects, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 10am Thu Jun 18.
Garden, Thursdays thru July 23; help create and design the
4-H gardens at Riverside Park, and explore flower and vegetable
gardening, landscaping, and the creative world of garden art; $25;
to register, call 309-756-9978, Riverside Park, Muscatine, IA, http://
www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Thu Jun 18.
Group Container Gardening: Flower Power, varieties and
adaptations of flowers will be explored, as well as their anatomies;
make a container garden to take home; an event in the “Fun with
Children’s Gardening” program; $15; for information, call 309-732-
7275 or e-mail parkrecmail@rigov.org, Quad City Botanical Center,
2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 9am
Thu Jun 18.
MVBC Puppet Show, for all ages; a puppet show by the
Mississippi Valley Blood Center; for information, call 563-285-4794,
Blue Grass Library, 114 N. Mississippi St., Blue Grass, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 3:30pm Thu Jun 18.
On-the-Town Storytimes for All Ages, meet at Weed
Park Sunrise Shelter; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
musserpubliclibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu Jun 18.
Preschool Storytime, stories and fun with unusual pets; for
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa
Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, 10:30pm
Thu Jun 18.
The Art of Mexico: Sun God Sculpture, for ages 6-14; art
projects with Julie Lear; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Thu Jun 18.
Wonderwise: Exploring Science, Thursdays thru July 23; for
ages 10-12; check out the poisonous plants you eat every day, look
at the creepy crawlies in your world, explore an underwater forest
and learn about many different careers in science through lots of
hands-on activities; $30; to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island
County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.
uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am Thu Jun 18.
Fejervary Stories in the Park, on Thursdays; by the Mother
Goose statue; sponsored by the Davenport Public Libraries,
Fejervary Park, 1900 Telegraph Rd, Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 10:30am Thu Jun 18 thru Thu Aug 6.
4-H Teen Tech, grades 5-8 learn about different technology
topics including wind energy, robotics, bridge building, rocketry,
and more, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6pm Thu Jun 18.
Introduction to Bookbinding, learn to express yourself
through your own book; demonstrations on basic binding, and
instruction on sewing a double pamphlet binding; material and
tools provided; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf
Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Fri Jun 19.
The Art of Mexico: Huichol Yarn Paintings, for ages 6-14; art
projects with Julie Lear; $10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Fri Jun 19.
Create Father’s Day Cards, for all ages; for information, call
563-285-4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://
www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Sat Jun 20.
Watercolor Workshop, for grades 4-6; retired art teacher Tom
Goodall teaches the basics of the art form; for information, call 563-
285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Sat Jun 20.
Quad Cities Bug Club, open to ages 8-12 who want to learn
more about bugs through hands-on activities; learn how to save
and preserve bug habitats; for information, call 309-799-3482, Niabi
Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd., Coal Valley, IL, http://www.niabizoo..com, 1pm
Sun Jun 21.
Overhead ’Bots Workshops, for ages 6 & up; young
inventors can create tiny robots using simple analog circuitry
and environmentally friendly solar cells, decorate the robots with
colorful embellishments, and place them on overhead projectors,
where the light will bring them to life; kids can then take their
robots home with them; to register, call 319-625-6255, ext. 210 or e-
mail ddunkhase@theicm.org, Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral
Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, http://www.theicm.org, 2pm Sun Jun 21.
Adventures in Photography: Tricks of the Trade, for ages
6-14; discussions and the eventual creation of your own photo
book, with instructor Amy King; bring an inexpensive disposable
camera with you; $15-$13.50; for information, call 563-263-8282,
Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Mon Jun 22.
Cooking Camp, for grades 5-8; perfect your cooking abilities
as you learn new and innovative skills in the kitchen; prepare and
taste a variety of dishes and make your lunch each day; $40; to
register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W
2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm
Mon Jun 22.
Cultures of the World Camp, for ages 8-12; learn interesting
facts about foods, clothing, traditions and the arts from other
countries; participate in fun games and activities and sample
traditional foods from many lands; $20; to register, call 309-756-
9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm Mon Jun 22.
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Fingerpaint Festival, for all ages; for information, call 563-
285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://
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www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Mon Jun 22.
GPS Camp, for ages 11-14; use a GPS, go on a GPS Scavenger
Hunt at the zoo, and discover why GPS/GIS are important in our
lives; $25; to register, call 309-756-9978, Niabi Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd.,
Coal Valley, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am
Mon Jun 22.
Pajama Storytime, wear your pj’s and bring your favorite
stuffed animal to hear new stories; free; for information, call 309-
736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://
www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Mon Jun 22.
Plant Identification, learn to identify flora and fauna with
education coordinator Marylyn Andress; a River Action Monday
Fun Day event; $5/child; for information, call 563-322-2969, Black
Hawk State Park Lodge, 1500 Black Hawk Rd, Rock Island, IL, http://
www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Jun 22.
Pajama Story Time, bring your favorite stuffed animal and
hear new stories; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
com, 7pm Mon Jun 22.
Adventures in Photography: On Location - Monsanto
Butterfly Garden, for ages 6-14; discussions and the eventual
creation of your own photo book, with instructor Amy King;
bring an inexpensive disposable camera with you; $15-$13.50;
for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314
Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org,
1:15pm Tue Jun 23.
Bilingual Preschool Story Time, Miss Andrea presents stories
for ages 3-5; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
10am Tue Jun 23.
Family Fun Night: Charlie’s Heroes, puppet show sponsored
by the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center, encouraging
an understanding of blood donation and its importance to the
community; create your own puppets to take home, Fairmount
Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jun 23.
Introduction to Postsecret, watch interviews with creator
Frank Warren, and learn secrets and artwork from this amazing
communal art project; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Tue Jun 23.
Pile-o-Junk, teams of teens from the 4-H, YMCA, and library
compete to build the most awesome invention out of odds and
ends; at 10:30am & 1:30pm; free; for information, call 563-263-
3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA,
http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jun 23.
Teen Companion Animal Club, for junior high & high
schoolers; for those who love animals or are interested in careers
with animals; learn more about animal therapy, animal care,
zoology, and animal training; to register, call 309-756-9978, Niabi
Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd., Coal Valley, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.
edu/rockisland, 1pm Tue Jun 23.
Teens - Express This!, learn to make Gocks & Pocks - Goth and
punk sock puppets, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue
Jun 23.
Art Smart, hands-on art experience for ages 8-12; free; register
at 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL,
http://www.molinelibrary.com, 3:30pm Tue Jun 23.
Adventures in Photography: On Location - Jefferson
Playground, for ages 6-14; discussions and the eventual
creation of your own photo book, with instructor Amy King;
bring an inexpensive disposable camera with you; $15-$13.50;
for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314
Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org,
1:15pm Wed Jun 24.
Bio-Tech Camp, for ages 11-14; solve the “mystery” using clues,
electrophoresis, DNA extraction and much more; $25; to register,
call 309-756-9978, Black Hawk State Historic Site, 1510 46th Ave, SOUTHPARK MALL
Rock Island, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 9am
Super Duper Mini Chef
Wed Jun 24.
Books Alive! Reader’s Theater, fast-paced readings of stories
for all ages; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
Saturday, June 13th • 1-4pm Younkers Court
7pm Wed Jun 24.
Fax Gilbert Presents “Mime, Masks, and Magic”, a
fast-paced, interactive show for all ages, call 563-285-4794,
Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 1:30pm Wed Jun 24.
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of leaves and start a scrapbook;
a River Action Monday Fun Day
MVBC Puppet Show, for all ages; a puppet show by the event; $5/child; for information,
Mississippi Valley Blood Center; for information, call 563-285- call 563-322-2969, Pigeon Creek
Park, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Wed Jun 24. riveraction.org, 9am Mon Jun 29.
Iowa Machine Shed Cooking Class for Kids, kids get to mix Wild Transformations, for
Preschool Storytime, 5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival featuring the puppet show molinelibrary.com, Tue Jul 7.
“Charlie’s Heroes,” presented by Book Bunch Club, on Tuesdays; reading, refreshments, and fun
Downtown Davenport the Mississippi Valley Regional for ages 7-8; free; register at 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library,
3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 6:30pm Tue
Thursday, July 23, through Sunday, July 26 Blood Center; for information,
call 563-263-3065, Musser Jul 7 thru Tue Jul 28.
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” and Troll Ear

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ages 12-18; turn an old LP into a Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. Making, a screening of the movie, followed by a Harry Potter-
ingredients, use kitchen gadgets, follow recipes, and learn about
bowl, a couple of floppy disks into
he late, musserpubliclibrary.org, 10:30am themed craft; a selection of various ear sizes, shapes, and colors,
etiquette, safety, and nutrition; with chef Bryan Tyler; an adult must
attend with their child; free; for information or to register, call 563- a notepad, or a VHS tape into a great Duke Thu Jul 2. ready to be added to head bands and hats; free; for information,
391-2427, Iowa Machine Shed, 7250 Northwest Blvd., Davenport, valuable hiding spot; to register, Ellington was Preschool Story Time, on call Stephanie at 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa
IA, 6pm Wed Jun 24. call 309-736-5737, Moline Public Thursdays; for ages 3-5, at 10am Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, 1:30pm
Books Alive! Reader’s Theater, fast-paced reading of stories Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, quoted as saying, or 1:30pm; free; for information, Wed Jul 8.
for all ages; free; register at 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, http://www.molinelibrary.com, “By and large, call 309-736-5739, Moline Public Wild Craft Program, wild and crafty activities for ages 6 & up,
3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm Wed 6:30pm Mon Jun 29. Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, at 2 & 7pm; free; for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline Public
Jun 24. Science Camp, thru July 3; for jazz has always http://www.molinelibrary.com, Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
Adventures in Photography: The Photography of Andy grades 4-6; explore real-life science been like the kind Thu Jul 2 thru Thu Jul 23. Wed Jul 8.
Goldsworthy, for ages 6-14; discussions and the eventual in action as you learn first-hand Little Tykes: Fun & “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” and Potions
about recycling, fish and fisheries,
of a man you Learning, for ages 0-5 with a Class, a screening of the movie, followed by a Harry Potter-themed
creation of your own photo book, with instructor Amy King;
bring an inexpensive disposable camera with you; $15-$13.50; environmental issues, animal wouldn’t want parent; free; for information, call craft; professor Willaminia Wormwood teaches exciting positions
for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 science, wildlife, and engineering; your daughter 309-736-5739, Moline Public and recipes for gooey fun; free; for information, call Stephanie at
Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, investigate a different science Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine,
1:15pm Thu Jun 25. topic each day and perform to associate http://www.molinelibrary.com, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, 1:30pm Thu Jul 9.
The Mighty
Dinosaur Terrariums, learn about prehistoric plants like ferns hands-on projects; $80; to register, with.” Wouldn’t 6:30pm Mon Jul 6, 6:30pm Mon Chick-fil-A Cow, the adorable cow mascot visits; bring cameras
and make your own terrarium with houseplants, rocks, sand, and call 309-756-9978, Rock Island
you kill to Aphrodite Jazz Band Jul 6. and get photos; games and prizes; free; for information, call 563-
a plastic dinosaur; an event in the “Fun with Children’s Gardenin”” Conservation Club, 2421 Big Nature Quest: World Wide 736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://
program; $15; for information, call 309-732-7275 or e-mail Island Rd, Milan, IL, http://www. know what Ellington would’ve made Tour 2009, summer camp for www.molinelibrary.com, 10:30am Thu Jul 9.
parkrecmail@rigov.org, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, ages 7-11; thru July 9; take an Georgia O’Keeffe: Oriental Poppies, for ages 6-14; an acrylic
Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 9am Thu Jun 25. 8:30pm Mon Jun 29 and Tue of the all-female jazz ensemble the imaginary trip around the world, painting class with Vada Baker; $10-$9; for information, call 563-
Masquerade & Costume Party, for ages 12-18; an evening Jun 30. Mighty Aphrodites? Composed of search for clues to find the Earth’s 263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA,
Junior Theatre Performance, riches, discover the mysteries http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Thu Jul 9.
of music, food, dancing, and games; to register, call 309-736-
on Mondays; for all ages; for more
gifted musicians from the west coasts of distant cultures; guests, Introduction to YouTube, learn to edit your own movies
5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, 6pm Thu Jun 25. information, visit http://www. of Canada and the United States, the hands-on activities, garden tours; and post them on your account; highlights of YouTube artists; for
Musical Workshop, for all ages; make-and-take craft session davenportJuniorTheatre.com, recently formed septet plays everything scholarships available; $100-$80; information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
in which kids glue, stamp, shake, and create instruments to play Fairmount Street Library, 3000 for information, call Megan at Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.
at home; for information, call 563-285-4794, Buffalo Library, 329 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, from hot New Orleans riffs to cool early 309-794-0991, ext 25 or e-mail com, 2pm Thu Jul 9.
Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm Thu http://www.davenportlibrary. swing, and you’ll be given your own megan@qcgardens.com, Quad On-the-Town Storytimes for All Ages, meet at the
Jun 25. com, 10am Mon Jun 29 thru City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Riverside Playground; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser
On-the-Town Storytimes for All Ages, meet at the Pearl Mon Jul 20. chance to associate with them during Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www. Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
Button Museum; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Junior Theatre Summer the annual Bix Beiderbecke Memorial qcgardens.com, 8am Mon Jul 6. musserpubliclibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu Jul 9.
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. Repertory “Show Wagon” Peter Pan, the actor from Preschool Storytime, featuring “circle games” including The
Performances, Mon-Thu;
Jazz Festival, taking place at numerous Circa ’21’s musical reads from Farmer in the Dell; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser
musserpubliclibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu Jun 25.
Preschool Storytime, make inventions out of boxes; for short plays and theatre games Davenport venues July 23 through the book and talks about the Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa at indoor and outdoor venues 26. As always, the noted festival will play; hands-on activities; free; for musserpubliclibrary.org, 10:30pm Thu Jul 9.
Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, 10:30pm throughout the Quad Cities; information, call 309-736-5739, Theatre Spotlight: Annie Get Your Gun, meet cast members
Thu Jun 25. free; for information, call 563- feature a host of jazz seminars, lectures, Moline Public Library, 3210 from the Countryside Community Theatre production, and see
Yodelin’ and Trick Ropin’ with Randy Erwin, cowboy music, 326-7862, Nighswander Junior and concerts, and among the talents 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. scenes from the show; for information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge
folklore, and rope tricks; at 11am & 1pm; free; for information, call Theatre, 2822 Eastern Avenue, molinelibrary.com, 7pm Mon Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.
309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http:// Davenport, IA, http://www. alternating venues with the Mighty Jul 6. org, 2pm Thu Jul 9.
www.molinelibrary.com, Thu Jun 25. DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Aphrodites are Bill Allred’s Classic Quad City Sports Center’s Sunshine & Sand Castles: Art and Music with Julie Lear,
Adventures in Photography: Photobook, for ages 6-14; Mon Jun 29 thru Thu Jul 23. Camp Freeze, thru July 10; for for tots and preschoolers; $5; for information, call 563-263-8282,
discussions and the eventual creation of your own photo book, Calliope Puppets, Louisiana- Jazz Band, the St. Louis Stompers, the ages 5-13; skating camp with Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
with instructor Amy King; bring an inexpensive disposable camera based puppet theatre with Bob Crosby Bobcats, Dave Greer’s Jazz over 10 hours of on- and off-ice www.muscatineartcenter.org, 10am Thu Jul 9 and Fri Jul 10.
bilingual show “Stories from training, and an end-of-week Crafty Tales Story Time, for all ages; featuring a guest
with you; $15-$13.50; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine
South of the Border”; at 10:30am
Stompers, Wally’s Warehouse Waifs, performance; for both beginning storyteller and the creation of fun musical instruments; for
Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.
muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Fri Jun 26. & 1:30pm; free; for information, Scott Black’s Jazz Band, and local and advanced skaters; $150; information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
MVBC Puppet Show, for all ages; a puppet show by the call 563-263-3065, Musser favorites the Josh Duffee Orchestra and for information and to register, Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Fri Jul 10.
Mississippi Valley Blood Center; for information, call 563-285- Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa call Amanda Crosby at 563-322- Fabulous Sand Castles, for ages 6-14, with Vada Baker; $7.50;
4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www. Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. the Bix Beiderbecke Youth Jazz Band; 5220, Quad City Sports Center, for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314
scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Fri Jun 26. musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue all told, more than 50 concerts will 700 W. River Dr., Davenport, IA, Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org,
Wii Game Day, for all ages; for information, call 563-285- Jun 30. http://www.qcskate.com, 9am 10am Fri Jul 10.
4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www. Family Fun Night: Prenzie be performed over a mere four days. Mon Jul 6. “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” and Edible
scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Fri Jun 26. Players, a stage combat Author Don Herold was once quoted Scott County Farm with Wand Making, a screening of the movie, followed by a Harry
Build a Volcano, for grades K-6; for information, call 563-285- demonstration with the area’s Harlan Meier, tour a farm Potter-themed craft; make sweet treats and watch them disappear;
classical-theatre ensemble,
as saying, “The chief trouble with jazz using the best soil and water- free; for information, call Stephanie at 563-263-3065, Musser
4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Sat Jun 27. Fairmount Street Library, 3000 is that there is not enough of it.” Take management practices; a River Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
Enviro-Kids: Fishing and Water Safety, for grades 3-5; $5; N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, that, Don! For more information on this Action Monday Fun Day event; musserpubliclibrary.org, 1:30pm Sat Jul 11.
for information, call 563-468-4219, Vander Veer Park, 215 W Central http://www.davenportlibrary.com, $5/child; for information, call Enviro-Kids: Canoeing and Kayaking, for grades 3-5; $5;
Park, Davenport, IA, http://www.ilivehereqc.org, Sat Jun 27. 6pm Tue Jun 30. year’s Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz 563-322-2969, River Action, for information, call 563-468-4219, West Lake Park, 110th Ave,
Operation Military Kids at Camp Abe Lincoln, thru July 1; Pinkalicious, thru July Festival, visit BixSociety.org. 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, Davenport, IA, http://www.ilivehereqc.org, Sat Jul 11.
a resident camp program designed specifically for children whose 25; musical version of popular http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Roarin’ Rockets, for ages K-6; create mini-rockets that actually
parent/parents are, were or will soon be deployed in the military, children’s book; $8-$7; for tickets, – Mike Schulz Mon Jul 6. fly; for information, call 563-285-4794, Princeton Library, 328 River
featuring all the exciting things of a normal camp session plus call 309-786-7733, extension 2, Writer’s Workshop, thru July Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 11am Sat
some engaging activities focused around them as children of a Circa ’21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 8; for grades 4-6; local author Jill Jul 11.
military family; free, Camp Abe Lincoln, RR 1 Box 455, Blue Grass, IA, 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.circa21.com, 10am Tue Jun 30. Esbaum teaches kids to create their own picture book that will be Black Hawk College Swim School: Session 3, for ages 4-
http://www.ymcacampabelincoln.org/, Sun Jun 28. Teens - Express This!, create your own movies and show published and places in the library’s collection; free; for information, 15; thru July 23; choose from 8:15-9am, 9:15-10am, 10:15-11am,
Overhead ’Bots Workshops, for ages 6 & up; young them to friends, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., call 563-285-4794, option 4, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., 11:15am-noon, 4:15-5pm, or 5:15-6pm; $45/session; private lessons
inventors can create tiny robots using simple analog circuitry Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jun 30. Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Mon Jul 6. available; for information, call 309-796-5601, Black Hawk College
and environmentally friendly solar cells, decorate the robots with Nature Scans: Bringing Nature to Technology, art class for Teen Challenge Team, for junior high & high schoolers; meet - Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, IL, Mon

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colorful embellishments, and place them on overhead projectors,
where the light will bring them to life; kids can then take their
robots home with them; to register, call 319-625-6255, ext. 210 or e-
mail ddunkhase@theicm.org, Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral
Ridge Ave, Coralville, IA, http://www.theicm.org, 2pm Sun Jun 28.
Black Hawk College Swim School: Session 2, for ages
4-15; thru July 9; choose from 8:15-9am, 9:15-10am, 10:15-11am,
11:15am-noon, 4:15-5pm, or 5:15-6pm; $45/session; private lessons
available; for information, call 309-796-5601, Black Hawk College
- Community Aquatic Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, IL, Mon
Jun 29.
Chef School, thru July 2; for high schoolers; take your cooking
and baking to the next level and learn techniques to prepare
recipes like a chef; prepare and sample different foods daily; $40;
to register, call 309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W
2nd Ave, Milan, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm
Mon Jun 29.
Imaginative Family Movies: The Tale of Despereaux,
bring friends, family, blankets, and snacks; free; popcorn provided;
program designed for youth from preschool thru sixth grade; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave.,
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Mon Jun 29.
Leaf Rubbing, Tree Identification, and Drawing, explore
ages 8-12; students learn to utilize their senses to create “nature-
scan” treasures; explore color and textures found in natures, and
take a CD of your creations home; for information, call Megan at
309-794-0991, ext 25 or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com, Quad
City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
qcgardens.com, 1:30pm Tue Jun 30 and Tue Jul 7.
MVBC Puppet Show, for all ages; a puppet show by the
Mississippi Valley Blood Center; for information, call 563-285-
4794, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., Buffalo, IA, http://www.
scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Wed Jul 1.
Tales Around the World, performed by the Chicago
Danztheatre Ensemble; multicultural telling of tales through music,
dance, and theatre, with stories including “Zomo the Rabbit,”“The
Gift of the Crocodile,” and more; free; for information, call 563-736-
5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, Wed Jul 1.
On-the-Town Storytimes for All Ages, meet at the
Muscatine Art Center; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
musserpubliclibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu Jul 2.
Teen Advisory Group, teens in grades 6-12 are encouraged
to share their opinions, help plan events for teens, and have fun;
free; for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210
with other local teens as you develop your leadership skills through
games and activities, and then teach those skills to others as youth
leaders; to register, call 309-756-9978, Butterworth Center, 1105 8th
Street, Moline, IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm
Mon Jul 6.
Wee Wigglers Story Time, on Mondays; stories, finger plays,
and hands-on activities for ages 18-36 months with an adult; at 9:30
or 10:45am; free; for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com,
Mon Jul 6 thru Mon Jul 27.
All About Dance, for information, call 309-794-1410, Sunshine’s
Performing Arts Studio & Resale Store, 1303 30th Ave., Rock Island,
IL, 1pm Tue Jul 7 thru Thu Jul 9.
Championship Gingerbread Decorating, teens compete to
make gingerbread houses on stage; at 10:30am & 1:30pm; free; for
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa
Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jul 7.
Family Fun Night, meet the Princesses of Scott County and
the Davenport Fire Department, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com,
6pm Tue Jul 7.
Teens - Express This!, design your own one-of-a-kind flip-
flops, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport,
IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Jul 7.
Jul 13.
Cloverbud Camp, thru July 16; for ages 5-8; explore science,
art, and your community using a different 4-H curriculum each day;
play games, make crafts, and meet new friends; $30; to register, call
309-756-9978, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan,
IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 1pm Mon Jul 13.
American Red Cross Kids’ K.A.M.P., ages 5-10 enjoy fire
safety lessons, a fire truck tour, lessons on nutrition, safety skills,
first aid, field trips, a pizza party, and more; $15/day, $75/week; to
register, call Kim at 309-743-2166, American Red Cross Office, 1100
River Dr, Moline, IL, http://www.qcredcross.org, 9am Mon Jul 13
thru Fri Jul 17.
Dan’s Reading Road Trip, Iowa Public Television star reads
stories at 10 & 11am, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount
St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 10am Mon
Jul 13.
Genesis Adventures in Nursing Summer Camp, thru July 17;
for ages 12 - 18; a fun, hands-on introduction to various specialties
in nursing, with tours of the hospital, mock traumas, visit to the
operating room, information on basic anatomy and physiology of
the heart and brain, and more; register at 563-421-7671, Genesis
Medical Center, 1230 E Rusholme St, Davenport, IA, http://www.
genesishealth.com, Mon Jul 13.
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Hunt & Compasses, for grades 3-
Theatre information, call 563-285-4794, Art Smart, hands-on art experience for ages 8-12; free;
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5; $5; for information, call 563-468- Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th register at 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St,
4219, Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Musicals Ave., Eldridge, IA, http://www. Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 3:30pm Tue Jul 28.
Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www. scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Thu Puppet-Palooza, for grades K-6; create a fantastic
Mississippi River Critters, a hands-on look at the fish, ilivehereqc.org, Sat Jul 18. June through September Jul 23. puppet, with all supplies provided; for information, call 563-
animals, and other critters found in the Quad Cities’ waters and Karaoke/Rock Band James Whistler: Whistler’s 285-4794, Durant Library, 402 6th St., Durant, IA, http://www.

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riverfronts; a River Action Monday Fun Day event; $5/child; for Contest, for ages 12-18; with Mother, for ages 6-14; an acrylic scottcountylibrary.org, 2:30pm Wed Jul 29.
information, call 563-322-2969, Sunset Marina, Rock Island, IL, pizza, pop, and prizes; to register, aken painting class with Vada Baker; Books Alive! Reader’s Theater, fast-paced reading of stories
http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Jul 13.
All-You-Can-Art, hands-on arts and crafts, with the
call 309-736-5737, Moline Public together, $10-$9; for information, call 563- for all ages; free; register at 309-736-5739, Moline Public Library,
Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, 263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, 7pm
participants’“gallery walk” showing off their handiworks; at http://www.molinelibrary.com, do you know 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, Wed Jul 29.
10:30am & 1:30pm; free; for information, call 563-263-3065, 2pm Sat Jul 18. how many Tony http://www.muscatineartcenter. Iowa Machine Shed Cooking Class for Kids, kids get to mix
Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http:// Quad Cities Bug Club, open to org, 1:15pm Thu Jul 23. ingredients, use kitchen gadgets, follow recipes, and learn about
www.musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jul 14. ages 8-12 who want to learn more Awards the shows On-the-Town Storytimes for etiquette, safety, and nutrition; with chef Bryan Tyler; an adult
Dan Wardell’s Reading Road Trip Tour, for all agesl the about bugs through hands-on in this summer’s All Ages, meet at the Pearl Plaza must attend with their child; free; for information or to register,
summertime story tour with IPTV’s Kid’s Clubhouse host; for activities; see what bugs come out Atrium; for information, call 563- call 563-391-2427, Iowa Machine Shed, 7250 Northwest Blvd.,
information, call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., at night; for information, call 309-
area-musical 263-3065, Musser Public Library, Davenport, IA, 6pm Wed Aug 26.
Eldridge, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 10am Tue Jul 799-3482, Niabi Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd., lineup have been 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, Musical Workshop, for all ages; make-and-take craft session
14. Coal Valley, IL, http://www.niabizoo.. nominated for? A Jen Sondgeroth and http://www.musserpubliclibrary. in which kids glue, stamp, shake, and create instruments to
Dan Wardell’s Reading Road Trip Tour, for all agesl the com, 7pm Sat Jul 18. org, 6:30pm Thu Jul 23. play at home; for information, call 563-285-4794, Blue Grass
summertime story tour with IPTV’s Kid’s Clubhouse host; for Nature Quest: World Wide million. Granted, Harold Truitt in The Preschool Storytime, kids Library, 114 N. Mississippi St., Blue Grass, IA, http://www.
information, call 563-285-4794, Walcott Library, 207 S. Main St., Tour 2009, summer camp for I’m rounding up. King & I create their own rhythm band, scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Thu Jul 30.
Walcott, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm Tue Jul 14. ages 7-11; thru July 23; take an with simple instruments and Paint the Barn Red, for ages 6-14; a watercolor painting
Dan Wardell’s Reading Road Trip Tour, for all agesl imaginary trip around the world, Prior to the Timber Lake Playhouse’s familiar songs; for information, class with Duffy De France; all supplies provided; $10-$9; for
the summertime story tour with IPTV’s Kid’s Clubhouse host; search for clues to find the Earth’s season-ending performance of Buddy: call 563-263-3065, Musser information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314
for information, call 563-285-4794, Blue Grass Library, 114 N. riches, discover the mysteries of Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org,
Mississippi St., Blue Grass, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, distant cultures; guests, hands-on
The Buddy Holly Story (opening August Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. 1:15pm Thu Jul 30.
2:30pm Tue Jul 14. activities, garden tours; scholarships 13), the theatre presents a duet of Tony musserpubliclibrary.org, 10:30pm Enviro-Kids: Farmer’s Markets, for grades 3-5; learn about
Dan Wardell’s Reading Road Trip Tour, for all agesl the available; $100-$80; for information, nominees in Grease (June 4) and the Thu Jul 23. the important of locally-grown produce, and visit Miss Effie’s
summertime story tour with IPTV’s Kid’s Clubhouse host; for call Megan at 309-794-0991, ext 25 Wii Game Day, for all ages; Farm to see how Farmer’s Market foods ended up there; $5; for
information, call 563-285-4794, Buffalo Library, 329 Dodge St., or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com, musical adaptation of The Wedding for information, call 563-285- information, call 563-468-4219, Freight House, 421 W River Dr,
Buffalo, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 4pm Tue Jul 14.
Family Fun Night: Musical Petting Zoo, play musical
Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Singer (July 2), followed by a Tony 4794, Princeton Library, 328 River Davenport, IA, http://www.ilivehereqc.org, Sat Aug 1.
4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www. Dr., Princeton, IA, http://www. Hansel & Gretel: From Stage to Screen, Davenport Junior
instruments and make music, courtesy of Grigg’s Music, qcgardens.com, 8am Mon Jul 20. winner in David Yazbek’s Dirty Rotten scottcountylibrary.org, 3pm Fri Theatre performs the classic fairy tale, followed by Showtime Pal
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, Puppet-Palooza, for grades K- Scoundrels (July 30). The Clinton Area Jul 24. leading the crowd in games and fun, and a post-sunset screening
http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jul 14. 6; create a fantastic puppet, with all Balloon Sculpting of a “Hansel & Gretel” movie on the outdoor projection screen;
Muscatine Art Center Field Trip: Weed Park Duck Pond, supplies provided; for information, Showboat Theatre offers another pair of Workshop, for ages 10-18; tips free; for information, call 563-326-7862, LeClaire Park, River Dr &
a behind-the-scenes art field trip, led by Amy Kling: $10-$9; call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Library, Tony nominees in the stage version of and techniques; to register, call Ripley St, Davenport, IA, http://www.DavenportJuniorTheatre.
for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, IA, http:// 309-736-5737, Moline Public com, 6pm Sat Aug 1.
Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter. www.scottcountylibrary.org, 1pm
Singin’ in the Rain (July 9) and Andrew Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, Hansel & Gretel: Encore Performances, Davenport Junior
org, Tue Jul 14. Mon Jul 20. Lloyd Webber’s and Tim Rice’s Joseph http://www.molinelibrary.com, Theatre performs the classic fairy tale, with Showtime Pal leading
Teens - Express This!, hands-on workshop in which you Seed Your Mind, learn about 7pm Mon Jul 27.
turn used CDs into works of art, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N.
& the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat the crowd in games and fun; at 2 & 4pm; free; for information,
different types of seeds, take part in Black Hawk College Swim call 563-326-7862, Nighswander Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, seed races, and take a plant project (August 6), plus an off-Broadway School: Session 4, for ages 4-15; Avenue, Davenport, IA, http://www.DavenportJuniorTheatre.
3pm Tue Jul 14. home; a River Action Monday Fun hit in The Last Five Years (June 4). thru Aug. 6; choose from 8:15- com, Sun Aug 2.
“Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire” and Herbology Day event; $5/child; for information, 9am, 9:15-10am, 10:15-11am, Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Summer Puppet Camp,
Class, a screening of the movie, followed by a Harry Potter- call 563-322-2969, Sylvan Island, Interestingly, our area’s Riverbend 11:15am-noon, 4:15-5pm, or thru Aug. 7; annual camp for ages 6-12; build several puppets
themed craft; professor Datura Nightshade shows the proper Moline, IL, http://www.riveraction. Theatre Collective will offer a Last Five 5:15-6pm; $45/session; private of different styles and learn how to work with them; campers
way to transplant and feed the carnivorous Venus Fly Trap, with org, 9am Mon Jul 20. lessons available; for information, present a show at the end of the week; led by Chris Martin and
participants given a Venus Fly Trap of their own to take take; Family Fun Night: Tom
Years of its own – also opening on June call 309-796-5601, Black Hawk Duffy DeFrance; $145; to register, call 319-627-2487 or e-mail
free; for information, call Stephanie at 563-263-3065, Musser Chouteau, hands-on art projects 4 – while the off-Broadway smashes College - Community Aquatic owlglass@avalon.net, Owl Glass Puppetry Center, 319 N. Calhoun,
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. with local artist, Fairmount Street Center, 6600 34th Avenue, Moline, West Liberty, IA, http://www.PuppetsPuppets.com, 10am Mon
musserpubliclibrary.org, 1:30pm Wed Jul 15. Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
continue with the Harrison Hilltop IL, Mon Jul 27. Aug 3.
Fun with Clay: Keepsake Box, for ages 6-14; July 15 & Davenport, IA, http://www. Theatre’s staging of Jonathan Larson’s Imaginative Family Movies: Wonders of Water and Wetlands, nature hike featuring
29; create a beautiful lidded clay box using the slab building
technique, with Amy Kling; $20-$18; for information, call 563-
davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Tick, Tick ... Boom! (July 17). Eldridge’s Bedtime Stories, bring friends, a look for live animals, and sifting through wetlands to identify
Jul 21. family, blankets, and snacks; free; common water critters such as fish, frogs, or insects; a River
263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, Handwriting Analysis with Countryside Community Theatre offers popcorn provided; program Action Monday Fun Day event; $5/child; for information, call
IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Wed Jul 15. Chris McBrien, for teens; learn two legendary, Tony-winning classics designed for youth from preschool 563-322-2969, Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA,
Music for Tots with Julie Lear, Wednesdays thru Aug. 12; how your writing reflects your thru sixth grade; for information, http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Aug 3.
for ages 18 months thru 5 years; songs, rhythm instruments, personality; free; for information, in South Pacific (June 19) and Annie call 563-285-4794, Eldridge Family Fun Night: Ballet Quad Cities, demonstrations
musical games and stories, and more; 9:15-10am, or 10:15- call 563-263-3065, Musser Get Your Gun (July 17), while Quad Library, 200 N. 6th Ave., Eldridge, and discussion with members of the area’s professional dance
11am; $17.50; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary. company, Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St.,
Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www. Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.
City Music Guild brings Broadway to org, 1pm Mon Jul 27. Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue
muscatineartcenter.org, Wed Jul 15. musserpubliclibrary.org, 4pm Tue Moline in The King & I (June 12), the Pajama Story Time, bring Aug 4.
Musical Workshop, for all ages; make-and-take craft session Jul 21. Teens - Express This!, “The Battle for Bragging Rights”
in which kids glue, stamp, shake, and create instruments to play
Elvis Presley celebration All Shook Up your favorite stuffed animal
Kids On Stage: “I Learned It and hear new stories; free; for - play Guitar hero, DDR, and Rock Band, and make your claim
at home; for information, call 563-285-4794, Durant Library, 402 at My Library”, kids’ talent show; (July 10), and the multi-hued Seussical information, call 309-736-5739, as the best videogamer in the Quad Cities, Fairmount Street
6th St., Durant, IA, http://www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2:30pm at 10:30am & 1:30pm; free; for (August 7). Rock Island, meanwhile, Moline Public Library, 3210 Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
Wed Jul 15. information, call 563-263-3065, 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. davenportlibrary.com, 3pm Tue Aug 4.
“Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix” and Wizard Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa gets into the musical act with Genesius molinelibrary.com, 7pm Mon Karaoke Contest and PARTAY!, all ages invited to sing for
Hat Making, a screening of the movie, followed by a Harry Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. Guild’s presentations of Ballet Quad Jul 27. great prizes; hosted by Bee All U Can Bee Karaoke; 4pm kids,
Potter-themed craft; make and decorate your own hat, with musserpubliclibrary.org, Tue Jul 21. Magic Workshop, for ages 5:30pm teens, 6:30pm adults; free, Fairmount Street Library, 3000
supplies provided; free; for information, call Stephanie at 563- Puppet-Palooza, for grades K-
Cities’ Ballet Under the Stars (June 5) 10-18; learn simple and not-so- N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.
263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, 6; create a fantastic puppet, with all and Opera@Augustana’s A Night at simple tricks with magician Rick com, 4pm Wed Aug 5.
IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, 1:30pm Thu Jul 16. supplies provided; for information, Eugene; to register, call 309-736- Oil Painting for Kids: Tropical Sunset, for ages 10-16;
Andy Armadillo, the Texas Roadhouse mascot leads hands- call 563-285-4794, Walcott Library,
the Opera (June 12), with the Circa ’21 5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 with Vada Baker; $12-$10.80; for information, call 563-263-8282,
on activities; free; for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline 207 S. Main St., Walcott, IA, http:// Dinner Playhouse offering kiddie fun 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. Muscatine Art Center, 13 14 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
com, 10:30am Thu Jul 16.
www.scottcountylibrary.org, 2pm with Pinkalicious (June 30) and literal molinelibrary.com, 6pm Mon www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Wed Aug 5.
Tue Jul 21. Jul 27. Leonardo da Vinci: Mona Lisa, for ages 6-14; an acrylic
Magnificent Mountains, for ages 6-14; a watercolor Teens - Express This!, duct flights of fancy in the Tony-winning Nature Detective, hike painting class with Vada Baker; $10-$9; for information, call 563-
painting class with Duffy De France; all supplies provided; tape art workshop for teens, Peter Pan (June 17). And sneaking in through prairie, woodland, and 263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine,
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$10-$9; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. wetland habitats and study animal IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Thu Aug 6.
Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http:// just under the summertime wire, Circa tracks; a River Action Monday Teen Advisory Group, teens in grades 6-12 are encouraged
muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Thu Jul 16. www.davenportlibrary.com, 3pm ’21 jump-starts Labor Day weekend with Fun Day event; $5/child; for to share their opinions, help plan events for teens, and have fun;
4-H Teen Tech, grades 5-8 learn about different technology Tue Jul 21. information, call 563-322-2969, free; for information, call 563-736-5739, Moline Public Library,
topics including wind energy, robotics, bridge building, rocketry, Magical Muggles 4-H Club,
Mid-Life! The Crisis Musical (September Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.com, Thu
and more, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, for ages 8-18, with activities 4), whose press release states that it’ll Ave., Davenport, IA, http://www. Aug 6.
IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6pm Thu Jul 16. inspired by the Harry Potter series; riveraction.org, 9am Mon Jul 27. African Safari: Art and Music with Julie Lear, for tots and
On-the-Town Storytimes for All Ages, meet at 4th
take a comic look at everything “from
for information, call 309-756- Dean of Juggling, juggling preschoolers; $5; for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine
Street Park; for information, call 563-263-3065, Musser 9978, ext 14, Rock Island County reading glasses and mammograms to fun for all ages, at 11am & 1pm; Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.
Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www. Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL, weekend warriors and colonoscopies.” free; for information, call 563-736- muscatineartcenter.org, 10am Thu Aug 6 and Fri Aug 7.
musserpubliclibrary.org, 6:30pm Thu Jul 16. http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/ 5739, Moline Public Library, 3210 African Amulets, for ages 6-14, with Vada Baker; $7.50;
Preschool Storytime, simple crafts for little hands; for rockisland, 6:30pm Tue Jul 21. Take it from a guy in his 40s. Aging is a 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www. for information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Sketchbook Club: All About hoot. molinelibrary.com, Tue Jul 28. Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.
Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, Color, for ages 10-16; techniques Family Fun Night: Do You org, 10am Fri Aug 7.
10:30pm Thu Jul 16. for adding color to drawings,
– Mike Schulz Believe In Magic?, tricks of the Summer Reading Program Grand Finale Party, with
Soap Carving, demonstrations and instruction; carving in a fast-paced workshop led trade with magician Rick Eugene, blues great Kevin B.F. Burt, games, crafts, storytelling, and more,
tools and soap available; for information, call 563-344-4175, by Christine Kuster; $10-$9; for Fairmount Street Library, 3000 Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, information, call 563-263-8282, N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 12pm Sat Aug 8.
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 2pm Thu Jul 16. Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http:// http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Tue Jul 28. Buggin’ Out, learn about bees, butterflies, and pollination; a
Belly Dancing with Melanie Moore, for teens; for www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Wed Jul 22. Teens - Express This!, learn to make crazy balloon art River Action Monday Fun Day event; $5/child; for information, call
information, call 563-263-3065, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Christmas Crafts in July, for grades 4-6; make-and-take craft from professional balloon-animal sculptors, Fairmount Street 563-322-2969, Sylvan Island, Moline, IL, http://www.riveraction.
Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA, http://www.musserpubliclibrary.org, session where kids go home with several crafts to give as gifts or Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport, IA, http://www. org, 9am Mon Aug 10.
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BY AMY ALKON
Type Dirty to Me
A couple years ago, I “met” a guy online,
and we started e-mailing and sexting
(sending sexy texts via cellphone). We
decided to meet, but he canceled. I figured
he was married, and dropped it. Within
a few months, his sexts were popping up
again. Five months ago, I met my boyfriend.
The other guy was sexting me about once
a month. I got a naughty thrill from
messaging back. But as my feelings for my
boyfriend intensified, my thrill morphed
into disgust. I’d delete the evidence and
pledge not to do it again. Well, he sexted me
last week, I sexted back, forgot to erase it,
and my boyfriend saw it on my phone (by
freak coincidence, not snooping). Not only
is he still scarred from his ex-wife’s cheating,
my texts to this guy were similar to those
I’d sent him. So I pretty much ruined that
thrill for him, and destroyed his trust. I
immediately expunged the other guy from
my life. My boyfriend left for three hours,
then returned, saying we’ve invested too
much to walk away. He tells me to stop
apologizing, but I want to flog myself and
hurt as much as I’ve hurt him.
– Punishment Glutton
Just 20 years ago, if you wanted to dash off
a suggestive thought or two, you would’ve
had to buy a card, stamp it, mail it, and wait a
week. The heat kind of goes out of “What are
you wearing?” if your recipient’s first thought
is “Today... or when this was postmarked?”
Technology frees up a lot of people – some
of them, far too much. Nobody marches over
to a stranger in the drugstore and remarks
“I guess the central concern is: Do you look
Off to a Bed Start
I’ve been hooking up with a co-worker for four
months, but I really want to be his girlfriend. We
had sex on our second date, and after that, our
dates stopped being dinner and turned into my
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going straight to his place. I really want to ask
how he feels about me, but I’m afraid of scaring
him off. If I’m just a booty call, I’ll be hurt!
– Pinin
As one of my blog commenters observed,
dating customs vary from culture to culture.
In some cultures, a girl shows she’s available by
putting a flower behind her ear. Like a lot of girls
in this culture, you just put your ankles behind
Got A Problem? Ask Amy Alkon.
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more like a flounder or a moose? Or a
Chihuahua? Or one of those midget ponies?
Or some sort of unholy incarnation of all
four?” But under the virtual ski mask of
online anonymity, blog commenter “WTB”
had no problem dashing that off about a TV
star. And just as the Internet provides a level
of disconnect where some people (especially
celebrities) are no longer people, simply
attractive targets, cheating by text message
makes it easy to short-circuit accountability.
The hands all over you are only yours, and
there are no sweaty sheets or motel keys to
manage; it’s the affair you can snap shut and
drop in your purse
Although you sent similar messages
to both guys, at least you didn’t resort to
time- and thumb-saving measures like
typing out the elevator scenario once and
clicking “multiple recipients.” Your boyfriend
apparently feels you’re worth the risk, and
is trying to move on, which is a bit difficult
with you hanging off his ankle, wailing about
how sorry you are. You might instead turn
this into an opportunity to strengthen your
relationship by taking a step too few couples
do: Come up with a policy for monogamy
instead of taking for granted that you won’t
two-time (or two-text) each other. Decide
what your boundaries will be, and how you’re
supposed to answer if opportunity knocks (or
vibrates). Oh yeah, and assuming honesty will
be an important part of your future together,
start by cutting the lame protestations about
how disgusted you were – every time – as in,
“Oh, this is so disgusting... here, just let me
write back once more... oh, I’m so grossed
out. SEND!
yours. That’s fine if all you want is a hookup, but
very often, sex on the first or second date is sex
on the last date. This doesn’t necessarily mean you
won’t see the guy again, just that you won’t see
him clothed and seated across a restaurant table
from you. Don’t ask this guy how he feels (ick!).
Ask him to a museum at 10 a.m., and invite him to
join you and your friends some evening, and you’ll
soon discover whether he’s interested in activities
that are a little more boyfriend than boy-toy. If he
keeps turning you down, you’ll have your answer
about his feelings – that they’re something along
the lines of “How cool... these days, you can get
almost anything delivered, free of charge.”
Muscatine Art Center Field Trip: Tony’s Tropicals, a behind-
the-scenes art field trip, led by Amy Kling: $10-$9; for information,
call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave.,
Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, Tue Aug 11.
The Art of Nancy Purington, for ages 10-16; Iowa City artist
on the inspiration she gets from the ever-changing patterns and
images of the Mississippi River; see her exhibit and create and
image of your own; $12-$10.80; for information, call 563-263-
8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314 Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA,
http://www.muscatineartcenter.org, 1:15pm Wed Aug 12.
Nerdposium, discussion of everything from “Star Wars” to
YouTube to “Twilight” to LEGOs; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3:30pm Thu Aug 13.
Watercolor and Collage, for ages 6-14; a watercolor painting
class with Duffy De France; all supplies provided; $10-$9; for
information, call 563-263-8282, Muscatine Art Center, 1314
Mulberry Ave., Muscatine, IA, http://www.muscatineartcenter.org,
1:15pm Thu Aug 13.
Enviro-Kids: Creek Stomping, for grades 3-5; with Partners
of Scott County Watersheds coordinator Amy Johanssen; learn
about the creek and where it goes, test the water, and catch bugs;
$5; for information, call 563-468-4219, Crow Creek Complex,
Bettendorf, IA, http://www.ilivehereqc.org, Sat Aug 15.
Kidgits Safety Event, in Younkers Court; for information, call
Darcy at 309-797-8450, SouthPark Mall, 4500 16th St, Moline, IL,
1pm Sat Aug 15.
Quad Cities Bug Club, open to ages 8-12 who want to learn
more about bugs through hands-on activities; find out what
decomposers do under logs, on the forest floor, and in elephant
dung; for information, call 309-799-3482, Niabi Zoo, Niabi Zoo Rd.,
Coal Valley, IL, http://www.niabizoo..com, 1pm Sun Aug 16.
The Nature of Nahant, experience the natural wonders
of the wetlands, different plants and animals, and learn
why wetlands are important for our survival; dress weather-
appropriate, bring sunscreen and insect repellent; a River Action
Monday Fun Day event; $5/child; for information, call 563-322-
2969, Nahant Marsh, 4220 Wapello Ave., Davenport, IA, http://
www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Aug 17.
Elmo’s Green Thumb, a live stage show with the beloved
“Sesame Street” character and all of his friends; $32-$16; for
tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport,
IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, 7pm Tue Aug 18.
Magical Muggles 4-H Club, for ages 8-18, with activities
inspired by the Harry Potter series; for information, call 309-756-
9978, ext 14, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan,
IL, http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6:30pm Tue Aug
18.
Elmo’s Green Thumb, a live stage show with the beloved
“Sesame Street” character and all of his friends; at 10:30am & 7pm;
$32-$16; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. 3rd St.,
Davenport, IA, http://www.adlertheatre.com, Wed Aug 19.
“Twilight” Vampire Fan Club, related food, trivia, and a
debate on the core issues surrounding “Twilight”; for information,
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
3:30pm Thu Aug 20.
4-H Teen Tech, grades 5-8 learn about different technology
topics including wind energy, robotics, bridge building, rocketry,
and more, Rock Island County Extension, 321 W 2nd Ave, Milan, IL,
http://www.extension.uiuc.edu/rockisland, 6pm Thu Aug 20.
Mississippi River Birds, watch and identify birds along
the waterfront; a River Action Monday Fun Day event; $5/child;
for information, call 563-322-2969, Credit Island, Davenport, IA,
http://www.riveraction.org, 9am Mon Aug 24.
Pajama Story Time, bring your favorite stuffed animal and
hear new stories; free; for information, call 309-736-5739, Moline
Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.molinelibrary.
com, 7pm Mon Aug 24.
Iowa Machine Shed Cooking Class for Kids, kids get to mix
ingredients, use kitchen gadgets, follow recipes, and learn about
etiquette, safety, and nutrition; with chef Bryan Tyler; an adult
must attend with their child; free; for information or to register,
call 563-391-2427, Iowa Machine Shed, 7250 Northwest Blvd.,
Davenport, IA, 6pm Wed Aug 26.
Enviro-Kids: Overnight Family Camp-out, for grades
3-5 and their families; hiking, exploring, and cooking over a
campfire; bring your own tent, dorm-style sleeping available;
for information, call 563-468-4219, Wapsi River Environmental
Center, 31555 52nd Ave., Dixon, IL, http://www.ilivehereqc.org,
Fri Aug 28.
Anime Fiesta ’09, for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 3:30pm Sat Aug 29.
Rock Island Farm Bureau, tour a farm using the best soil
and water-management practices, including terracing and
water-detention ponds; $5/child; for information, call 563-322-
2969, River Action, 822 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA, http://www.
riveraction.org, 9am Mon Aug 31.
Paying for the Journey of Care, with GolderCare Solutions
Unlimited’s Jamie Long and Beth Maxwell on long-term
care payment systems and the role of Comprehensive Care
Coordination; a Senior Wednesdays @ Your Library presentation;
coffee and doughnuts provided; free; for information, call 309-
732-7303, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401 19th, Rock
Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 10am Wed May 27.
African American Sports Exhibit & Simon Roberts
Lecture, Roberts shares his story of being the first African
American to claim a national collegiate wrestling title; new sports
exhibit unveiled, Davenport Public Library (Main), 321 Main Street,
Davenport, IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6pm Thu May
28.
Oakdale Memorial Gardens Lecture Series, on the last
Sunday of the month; guest speakers on topics including local
history, funerary customs, and cemetery symbolism; free, with
donations accepted; for information, call 563-324-5121, Oakdale
Memorial Cemetery, 2501 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, 2pm
Sun May 31.
Security for the Small Business, register by June 1 for June 9
seminar; learn how to lower risks that can affect small businesses,
with information on improving employee practices, protecting
computer data, helping employees to mitigate risks, and more;
$299; to register, call 309-792-8151, University of Illinois Extension,
4450 Kennedy Drive Suite 3, East Moline, IL, https://webs.
extension.uiuc.edu/registration/default.cfm?RegistrationID=2972,
9am Mon Jun 1.
Buying a Digital Television, buying tips and questions
answered; in the Silver & Bronze Rooms; register at 309-736-
5737, Moline Public Library, 3210 41st St, Moline, IL, http://www.
molinelibrary.com, 2:30pm Sat Jun 6.
Ft. Armstrong 1916 Centennial Program, RSVP by June
6 for June 10 event; a Lunch & Learn program with Kris Leinicke,
director of the Rock Island Arsenal Museum; see photographs
and documents from the 1916 celebration; guided tours of the
Quarters One mansion starting at 11am; $16-$13; for information,
call Don at 309-762-8156 or e-mail pelagius@qconline.com, Rock
Island Arsenal Golf Clubhouse, 1838 Gillespie, Arsenal Island, Rock
Island, IL, 12pm Sat Jun 6.
The Hegeler Carus Mansion in LaSalle, IL, for information,
call 563-322-8844 or e-mail director@gahc.org, German American
Heritage Center, 712 W. 2nd St., Davenport, IA, http://www.gahc.
org, 2pm Sat Jun 6.
Lunch & Learn, to reserve, call 309-786-7336, Rock Island
Arsenal Golf Clubhouse, 1838 Gillespie, Arsenal Island, Rock Island,
IL, http://www.davenporthouse.org, 12pm Wed Jun 10.
Bioremediation, presentation by Molly Arp newell of
enviroNET, on ridding toxins from soil; bring a bag lunch or order
a boxed lunch 48 hours in advance; for information, call Megan
at 309-794-0991, ext 25 or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com, Quad
City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.
qcgardens.com, 11:30am Thu Jun 11.
Senior Day: Women of the Frontier, a look at the lives and
social histroy of the women who helped settle the Quad Cities,
with Dr. Maryan Wherry; free; for information, call 563-344-4175,
Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Jun 18.
Hostas All Around, Shirley Walters of the QC Hosta Society
shows off unique hostas from their collection and shares tricks
of the trade; for information, call Megan at 309-794-0991, ext 25
or e-mail megan@qcgardens.com, Quad City Botanical Center,
2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL, http://www.qcgardens.com, 2pm
Sat Jun 20.
Hope for the Best, Be Ready for the Worst, Craig Nutt
discusses disaster preparedness for artists and other creative
professionals; free; for information, call 319-364-1580, CSPS/
Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, http://www.
legionarts.org, 5pm Mon Jun 22.
An Evening with Joe Ehrmann, Kirk Ferentz and Nate
Kaeding host the nationally renowned educator and public
speaker, who shares his remarkable and moving life story and
discusses his current mission of building “other-centered” people;
$20-$12; for information, call 319-688-2653, Englert Theatre, 221
East Washington St., Iowa City, IA, http://www.englert.org, 7pm
Thu Jun 25.
Oakdale Memorial Gardens Lecture Series, with Dustin
Oliver giving a lecture on FindAGrave; series features guest
speakers on topics including local history, funerary customs,
and cemetery symbolism; free, with donations accepted; for
information, call 563-324-5121, Oakdale Memorial Cemetery, 2501
Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, 2pm Sun Jun 28.
Star Clusters: Cities of Stars, a “Year in Astronomy” lecture
with presenter Steven Spangler; aimed at a nonscientific, family
audience, given by UI faculty and staff, and followed by an
information discussion period; free, Eastern Iowa Observatory and
Learning Center, 1365 Ivanhoe Rd, Mt. Vernon, IA, http://www.
physics.uiowa.edu/IYA2009, 7pm Sat Jul 18.
Oakdale Memorial Gardens Lecture Series, with Lynn
Johansen, on white-bronze grave markers; series features guest
speakers on topics including local history, funerary customs,
and cemetery symbolism; free, with donations accepted; for
information, call 563-324-5121, Oakdale Memorial Cemetery, 2501
Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, 2pm Sun Jul 26.
Senior Day: Roots of the Financial Crisis, Dr. Arthur Pitz
presents a discussion on the sources of the world financial
crisis; free; for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
bettendorflibrary.com, 1:30pm Thu Aug 20.
Oakdale Memorial Gardens Lecture Series, with the Rev.
Armin G. Weng on “The Church in the Civil War”; series features
guest speakers on topics including local history, funerary customs,
and cemetery symbolism; free, with donations accepted; for
information, call 563-324-5121, Oakdale Memorial Cemetery, 2501
Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA, 2pm Sun Aug 30.
Exploring the Ancient Climate of Mars, by Ingrid A.
Ukstins Peate; a lecture in the Year in Astronomy Series, aimed at
a nonscientific, family audience, given by UI faculty and staff, and
followed by an information discussion period; free, Lecture Room
1, Van Allen Hall, UI campus, Iowa City, IA, http://www.physics.
uiowa.edu/IYA2009, 7pm Wed Sep 2.
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DANCE
Friday, June 5 – Ballroom with
the Quad City Celebrities. Benefit for
Gilda’s Club, featuring the Quad City
Steamwheelers’ J.J. Raterink, American
Gladiators contestant Jesse Adams
Foster, MIX 96’s Todd Alan, and other
local luminaries in routines seen on TV’s
Dancing with the Stars. Captiol Theatre
(330 West Third Street, Davenport). $20.
7:30 p.m. For tickets and information,
call (563)326-8820 or (563)570-5070, or
visit TheCapDavenport.com.
LITERATURE
Wednesday, June 3 – Elizabeth
Berg. Bestselling author signs and
discusses her new novel, Home
Safe. Moline Public Library (3210
41st Street, Moline). 1 p.m. Free. For
information, call (309)736-5737 or
visit MolineLibrary.com. Barnes &
Noble Bookstore (320 West Kimberly
Road, Davenport). 7 p.m. Free. For
information, call (563)445-8760.
COMEDY
Saturday, June 6 – Ron White.
Blue Collar comedian on his Behavioral
Problems tour. Adler Theatre (136 East
Third Street, Davenport). 7:30 p.m.
$42.75. For tickets and information, call
(800)745-3000 or visit AdlerTheatre.
com.
EVENT
Friday, June 5, through Sunday,
June 7 – The 27th Annual Iowa Arts
Festival. Community celebration
featuring more than 115 local and
regional visual artists, a music festival,
regional and ethnic food, children’s
activities, and more. Downtown Iowa
City. For information, call (319)337-7944
or visit SummerOfTheArts.org/ArtsFest.
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
ARIES (March 21-April 19):
While reading a crime report in
the online version of Northern
California’s Arcata Eye newspaper,
I came across this entry: “A dreadlocked man
attacked a lamp post on the Plaza with his
mighty fists, punching it while yelling and,
in the memorable description of a witness,
‘fighting amongst himself.’” I immediately
thought of you, Aries. According to my
analysis of the omens, you’ve been fighting
amongst yourself with – how shall I say this?
– crafty ferocity. I’d be ecstatic if I could
convince you to call a truce, begin peace
talks, and maybe even begin practicing some
crafty tenderness toward yourself.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20):
When you Tauruses are at your best,
you get into a groove but not into a
rut – humming along with creative
efficiency, not just going through the motions
or repeating the same old tired shticks. When
you’re at the top of your game, it’s because
you’ve surrounded yourself with stimuli that
make you feel peaceful and comfortable.
Other people may work well under pressure
and accomplish most when they’re driven
by stress, but you usually need to be at ease
in order to access your deep brilliance. From
what I can tell, everything I just said is a
description of what will be happening in the
coming weeks.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20):
Research shows that if a stranger
gazes at you for at least 8.2 seconds,
he or she is definitely interested
in you. If, on the other hand, the look lasts
4.5 seconds or less, there’s no attraction.
I’m guessing that the percentage of long
scrutinies you receive in the coming weeks
will be higher than usual. Your raw charisma
levels will be up, as will your ability to make
strong first impressions. How do you plan
to exploit the advantages this will give you,
Gemini? According to my projections, it’ll be
a good time to meet some allies of the future.
CANCER (June 21-July 22):
One of the tastiest frogs in the
world is at risk of dying out
as a species. The “mountain
chicken” frog, once a fixture on the chain
of Caribbean islands known as Montserrat,
has become endangered through loss of
habitat, disease, and over-hunting by humans.
In response to the crisis, conservationists
have airlifted a number of survivors to new
homes, attempting to save their kind from
extinction. I think it’s time for you to arrange
a comparable intervention of your own,
Cancerian. A sweet and delicious part of you
or your world is not exactly thriving, and
needs some strenuous help and care.
LEO (July 23-August 22): A
Florida woman, upset that her
local McDonald’s had run out of
Chicken McNuggets, phoned the
911 emergency service line for help. In an
unrelated incident, a Florida man took the
same action when Burger King told him it had
no lemonade to sell him. I recommend that
you not indulge in similar overreactions in
the coming week, Leo. The Drama Queen or
Drama King archetype is threatening to possess
you, and I suspect you’ll have to act forcefully
to keep it away. If you’re successful, you’ll be
visited by a far more congenial archetype – the
Social Butterfly. And that would prove to be
amusing and productive.
VIRGO (August 23-September
22): Most of you Virgos have
built-in safeguards that ensure you
won’t abuse power. That’s why I
feel uninhibited about advising you to grab
all the new authority and influence you can
get in the next few weeks. It’s one of those
phases in your astrological cycle when you’re
more likely to be in line for promotions,
new privileges, and increased clout. I hope
you won’t be shy. You may have to be
uncharacteristically aggressive as you claim
your rightful potency and rewards.
LIBRA (September 23-October
22): In the coming days, the
surprise and delight quotient will be way
up. I bet you’ll be more prone than usual to
uttering exclamations. There may also be a
confounding “a-ha!” and a mind-wobbling
“What the frack?!” mixed in there, although
I think the emphasis will be on developments
that educate and entertain you. Since you
will probably be ushered in the direction
of the frontier, I think you should find new
ways to express your amazement. Instead
of cliches like “Jesus H. Christ!” or “Holy
crap!”, why not try something fresh, like the
following: “Great Odin’s raven!”... “Radical
lymphocytes!”... “Cackling whacks of jibber-
jabber!”... “Frosty heat waves!”... “Panoramic
serpentine!” Any other ideas?
SCORPIO (October 23-November
21): As I was driving out in the
country, I spied a curious statement
written in large crooked letters on a
homemade sign: “I have seen the truth and it
doesn’t make sense.” I’m guessing you might
feel that way yourself right now, Scorpio. You
have summoned the courage to see the deeper
reality beneath the official story, but that
has made you more confused than you were
when you only possessed a smattering of iffy
facts. So you’re smarter and better informed,
but are nonetheless feeling less secure. My
advice: Don’t flee back into the fake comfort
of comfy delusions. If you can maintain your
poise in the face of the raging ambiguity, you
will ultimately be rewarded with a big dose of
cathartic clarity.
SAGITTARIUS (November
22-December 21): “Wisdom is
knowing I am nothing,” said Indian
philosopher Nisargadatta Maharaj.
“Love is knowing I am everything. And
between the two my life moves.” According to
my calculations, Sagittarius, you’ll be more on
the “knowing you are everything” side of the
polarity for the next few weeks. That’s because
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a flood is imminent. I expect you’ll be on the
receiving end of a massive outreach from the
universe – an influx of invitations, inquiries,
and offers to make connection. You should
also be prepared for the dizzying pleasure
that comes from seeing how profoundly
interlinked and interdependent you are.
CAPRICORN (December 22-
January 19): This is my pledge to
you, Capricorn: I promise to use
all my otherworldly connections to
get your karmic debt reduced in the next few
weeks. In return, I ask that you make these
pledges to me: You promise not to be a self-
pitying martyr or a cranky beast of burden
or a willing victim of rank manipulation.
You agree not to just follow sloppy orders or
passively capitulate as some bad guy with a
nice smile tries to lower your standards. And
finally, you swear to feed a really healthy
desire that will ultimately help give your
other desires more integrity and nobility.
AQUARIUS (January 20-
February 18): “We all have a
blind spot in love,” says astrologer Jessica
Shepherd at MoonKissed.com. “Never
simple to figure out and even harder to
see head on, our blind spot is as unique
and complexly layered as we are.” But it’s
not a hopeless cause, I would add. In fact,
you may ultimately be able to discern the
contours of your special ignorance about
romance; you may find a way to fix the
unconscious glitch that has undermined
your quest for meaningful intimacy. How
should you proceed? Well, you will need
skillful ingenuity, a willingness to gaze upon
a flustering truth about yourself, and maybe
a little miraculous grace. And now here’s the
very good news, Aquarius: It so happens that
all these things are available to you right now.
PISCES (February 19-March 20):
It’s a ripe time to revise and rework
your past, Pisces. I’ll trust you to
make the ultimate determination
about how best to do that, but here are
some possibilities. 1) Revisit a memory
that has haunted you, and do a ritual that
resolves it and brings you peace. 2) Return
to the scene of an awkward anomaly that
remains unsettled, and finally do a duty you
neglected. 3) Make your way back to a dream
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you wandered away from prematurely, and
either re-commit yourself to it, or put it to
rest for good. 4) Dig up and contemplate a
secret that has been festering, and come to a
decision about what you can do to heal it.
Homework: What are the five conditions
you’d need in your world in order to
feel you were living in utopia? Testify at
FreeWillAstrology.com.
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10. Bitter 84. Erose 42. Drink made with bourbon
15. Rests a while 85. Gave notice 43. Tailor’s concerns
19. Wing-shaped 88. American inventor 44. Article
20. Tropical fruit
21. Echolocation device
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26. Disturbance 93. Bother 52. Idolatrous one
27. Word in place names 96. _ breve 53. Not trusting
28. Head of hair 97. End of the quip: 5 wds. 54. Great role in opera
29. A Bronte sister 101. Glaswegian 56. Double
30. _ Creed 102. Black, in heraldry 57. Discharged
32. Hillock 103. Ditties 58. Termagant
33. Dales 104. British noble 60. Remain airborne
34. British classifieds 105. Where the buck stops 61. Runs out of gear
35. Roper’s rope 106. Genuflect 62. Palm starch
38. Fish net 107. Daisy 63. Sask. or Alta.
39. Spotless 108. Canadian Indian 66. Sell for
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46. Start for bucks or bytes 2. Code word before Bravo 70. Named
47. Pearly material 3. Mantas 71. Civil War song
48. Sand accumulations 4. _ forma 74. Footnote reference
49. Greek letter 5. Struck with horror 75. Singing voice
50. Cuckoo 6. Eddy or Allman 76. Baltic Sea city
51. Mexican money 7. Chipmunks’ manager 78. Mimic
52. A vital sign 8. First lady 79. Naturalness
53. Crippled 9. Time and place notation 80. Smithy
55. Ship loaded with freight 10. Take _ _ to 81. Oddball
57. Cut-glass feature 11. Embers 83. Horse of a certain color
58. Temblor 12. A sin 84. Merry
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64. Reef denizen 15. Emerging 87. Bravery
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http://www.qcheritageleague.com, 7pm Thu Jun 11. by Joe Collins

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Pearl City Players Annual Meeting, discuss future
projects for the performing organization, hear about
upcoming productions and workshops, and have your
voice heard; for information, e-mail pearlcityplayers@yahoo.
com, Musser Public Library, 3rd St & Iowa Ave, Muscatine, IA,
Bettendorf Kiwanis Club of Division 16, for
information, call J.R. Stradt at 563-570-0000 or e-mail cityshorts@rcreader.com
bettendorfkiwanis@gmail.com, The Lodge Hotel, Spruce
Hills & Utica Ridge, Bettendorf, IA, 12pm Tue Jun 16.
Davenport NAACP Meeting, for information, call Ms.
Family Museum Launches
New Web Site
Phillips at 309-269-5534, United Neighbors, Inc., 808 N.
Harrison St., Davenport, IA, http://www.unitedneighbors.
com, 7pm Tue Jun 16.

7:15pm Wed May 27.
SCORE, for information, call 563-355-4753, Bettendorf
Chamber of Commerce, 2117 State Street, Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.bettendorfchamber.com, 10am Wed May 27.
Roosevelt Masonic Lodge #626, on Thursdays; for
information, call 563-386-5520, Roosevelt Masonic Lodge
#626, 1525 Washington St, Davenport, IA, 7pm Thu May 28.
Scott County Iowa Genealogical Society Meeting,
with a program by Pam Langston on British research; for
information, call 563-324-1054, ext. 223, St. Paul Lutheran
Church, 2136 Brady St., Davenport, IA, http://www.
qcheritageleague.com/, 7pm Mon Jun 1.
The Friends of Bettendorf Public Library Meeting,
for information, call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.
Quad Cities Women’s Outdoor Club: Learn-to-Row,
reserve by June 17 for June 20 event; learn safety, boat
handling and basic stroke techniques; session 1 9am-noon,
session 2 - 1-4pm; for information, contact Linda Wilson
at events@qcwoc.com, Quad City Rowing Association
Boathouse, 17th St on the Mississippi River, Moline, IL,
http://www.qcwoc.com, 9am Wed Jun 17.
Disability Assistance Dog Training Monthly
Luncheon, learn more about the organization, for
information, call 563-505-2182, Grinders, 2171 Kimberly
Ave., Bettendorf, IA, 12:15pm Thu Jun 18.
Six Thinking Hats: Tools for Parallel Thinking, learn
to eliminate unfocused and unproductive meetings from
your schedule; allow for optimism, creativity, and emotion
T
he Family Museum in Bettendorf has
launched a new Web site at FamilyMuseum.
org. The site needed to appeal to three audiences:
children, caregivers, and museum staff. On the new
site, kids can paint, color, and participate in an online
scavenger hunt. Their parents can find upcoming
events, pay for admission, and chat with other parents
online. And staffers make updates to the site from any
computer with Internet access.
field for Sunday’s Indianapolis 500. Graham
Rahal (31st on Sunday) finished seventh here in
the rain in the 2002 King of the Streets race. Nelson
Philippe (25th) from France became the second
foreign-born winner when he won the 125 gearbox
semi-pro class in 2003. The Rock Island Grand Prix,
the world’s largest karting street race, has featured
many drivers who have moved up the ranks in
motorsports, both as drivers and crew members.
It is held each year on Labor Day Weekend in The

bettendorflibrary.com, 7pm Tue Jun 2.
Bettendorf Kiwanis Club of Division 16, on Tuesdays;
for information, call J.R. Stradt at 563-570-0000 or e-mail
bettendorfkiwanis@gmail.com, 12pm thru Tue Dec 29.
to inform decision-making without sacrificing critical- and
information based-thinking; $195; for information, call 563-
441-9950, St. Ambrose University College for Professional
Studies, 1950 E 54th St, Davenport, IA, http://www.sau.
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onations to Volunteers for Symphony’s District of Rock Island. For more information, visit
26th Annual Second Fiddle Sale will be RockIslandGrandPrix.com.
accepted through June 15 on Wednesdays,

Davenport High Twelve Club #47, on Tuesdays; 11am
lunch, noon program, Hickory Gardens Family Restaurant,
3311 Hickory Grove Rd, Davenport, IA, 11am thru Tue Dec
29.
Fireside Knitting, on Tuesdays; knit and crochet items
for various social organizations throughout the Quad Cities;
supplies provided; for information, call 563-888-3371,
Fairmount Street Library, 3000 N. Fairmount St., Davenport,
IA, http://www.davenportlibrary.com, 6:30pm thru Tue
Dec 29.
edu/pdc, 8:30am Thu Jun 18.
YPN Geneseo Meeting: Geneseo Music Festival, for
information on YPN Geneseo and upcoming events, contact
Jake Vorac at jakev@mechsales.com, Sat Jun 20.
Rock Island County Illinois Genealogical Society
Meeting, with a program by Judy Daily on the American
Schleswig-Holstein Heritage Society; for information,
call 563-324-1054, ext 223, Rock Island County
Historical Society, 822 11th Ave., Moline, IL, http://www.
qcheritageleague.com, 7pm Tue Jun 23.
Thursdays, and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and Mondays from 1 to 8 p.m. Donations can
be made at the former Seasonal Concepts building
(3568 North Brady Street in Davenport, between
Big Lots and Kmart). The sale accepts gently used
clothing, furniture, household items, linens, small
appliances, books, children’s clothing, sporting goods,
T
he Isabel Bloom Art Education Fund
recently awarded more than $7,500 to
local visual-arts programs. The fund provides
financial support to programs in primary and
secondary schools in Scott and Rock Island
counties. For more information, visit CFGRB.org.

Friends of Bettendorf Public Library, for information,
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
7pm Tue Jun 2.
Quad Cities Women’s Outdoor Club: FORC
Mountain Bike Clinic and Bike Demo, reserve by June 3
Scott County Extension Council Meeting, for
information, call 563-359-7577, Scott County Extension,
875 Tanglefoot Lane, Suite B, Bettendorf, IA, http://dbs.
extension.iastate.edu/calendar, 7pm Tue Jun 23.
Quad Cities Women’s Outdoor Club: Annual
Meeting and Picnic, reserve by July 6 for July 11 event;
K
toys, jewelry, antiques, collectibles, and more. All eep Rock Island Beautiful is organizing
donations are tax-deductible and receipted at time of volunteers for the annual Bike Path
drop off. Cleanup, from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday,
May 30, covering a five-mile stretch in Rock

for June 5 & 6 events; demo Factory Giant bikes and Learn
how to concur trail obstacles; for information, contact Linda
Wilson at events@qcwoc.com, Sunderbruch Park, 4500
Telegraph Rd, Davenport, IA, http://www.qcwoc.com, 3pm
Wed Jun 3.
Moline Lodge #1014, on the 1st Wed. of the month;
for information, call 309-787-4845, Scottish Rite Masonic
T
free; for information, contact Linda Wilson at events@
qcwoc.com, Middle Park, Middle Rd., Bettendorf, IA, http:// he Channel Cat river taxi, now in its 13th Island. Volunteers should meet at the parking
www.qcwoc.com, 10am Mon Jul 6. season, hit the water this past weekend. For lot at 20th Street and First Avenue. To volunteer,
Scott County Historic Preservation Society Monthly
Meeting, for location and information, call 563-324-0257,
schedules, routes, and landings, visit QCChannelCat. contact Carolyn Fuller at (309)786-1334 or cfuller@
http://www.qcheritageleague.com, 7pm Thu Jul 9. com. keepribeautiful.org.
Quad Cities Women’s Outdoor Club: Backwater

Center, 1800 - 7th Ave, Moline, IL, 7pm thru Wed Dec 2.
Rock Island Chapter 40 - AARP, discussing Beacon
of Hope Hospice; in the lower-level Fellowship Hall; for
information, call Stephen Tecter at 309-788-3684, St. James
Lutheran Church, 18th and Oak, Bettendorf, IA, 1pm Tue
Jun 9.
Davenport NAACP Meeting, for information, call Ms.
Phillips at 309-269-5534, United Neighbors, Inc., 808 N.
Harrison St., Davenport, IA, http://www.unitedneighbors.
com, 7pm Tue Jun 9.
Knit/Crochet for Good, on the 2nd Tue. of the month;
craft items for local non-profits; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Main Library, 401
19th, Rock Island, IL, http://www.ripl.lib.il.us, 6pm thru Tue
Dec 8.
Speech Recognition and Skype, a meeting of the
Gamblers Ski Clinic, reserve by July 14 for July 18 event;
learn the skills and techniques of waterskiing; all levels of
ability welcome; for information, contact Linda Wilson at
events@qcwoc.com, Middle Park, Middle Rd., Bettendorf, IA,
http://www.qcwoc.com, Tue Jul 14.
Rock Island Chapter 40 - AARP, in the lower-level
Fellowship Hall; for information, call Stephen Tecter at
309-788-3684, St. James Lutheran Church, 18th and Oak,
Bettendorf, IA, 2pm Tue Jul 14.
Davenport NAACP Meeting, for information, call Ms.
Phillips at 309-269-5534, http://www.unitedneighbors.com,
7pm Tue Jul 14 and Tue Jul 21.
Quad Cities Women’s Outdoor Club: Whitewater
Junction Water Park, reserve by Aug. 5 for Aug. 8 event;
socialize and enjoy fun in the sun; for information, contact
Linda Wilson at events@qcwoc.com, Whitewater Junction
A W
week of day-camp is being offered for girls
in kindergarten through fifth grade this
summer in Muscatine. The Summer Fun program
offered by Girls Scouts of Eastern Iowa & Western
Illinois will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 15 through
19. The cost is $10 per girl, and grant assistance
is available; Girl Scouts may use cookie-program
credit to help pay costs. Girls must register by June
8 by contacting Kathleen McCormick at (309)788-
0833, (800)798-0833, or KathleenM@gseiwi.org.
Information about Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa &
aste Commission of Scott County is
extending hours on Mondays in June,
July, and August at the Scott Area Landfill.
The landfill will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on
Mondays, and from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays
through Fridays and 8 a.m. to noon on Saturdays.
The landfill is located west of Davenport on County
Road Y-48, three miles south of Highway 61. For
more information, call (563)381-1300 or visit
WasteCom.com.

M
Quad-Cities C omputer Society; Vicki Wassenhove and Judi Family Aquatic Center, 18th Ave & 17th St, Rock Island, IL,
http://www.qcwoc.com, Wed Aug 5. Western Illinois can be found at GSEIWI.org. ississippi Valley Paranormal is
McDowell demonstrate useful voice applications for today’s
computer users, Tri-City Jewish Center, 2715 30th, Rock Rock Island Chapter 40 - AARP Annual Banquet, for sponsoring the “Quad Cities Most

Island, IL, http://www.qcs.org, 7pm Wed Jun 10.
Business After Hours, make the business connections
that will help grow your company; $7-$10; to reserve, call
563-355-4753 or e-mail bev-ricketts@bettendorfchamber.
com, Chenhall’s Staffing & HR Networking, 526 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA, http://www.bettendorfchamber.com, 5pm
Thu Jun 11.
The Institute of Noetic Sciences Quad Cities
Community Group Monthly Meeting, with the program
“Exploring Energy and Breath” by Patricia McShane-
Gearhart; free; for information, contact Christine at 563-332-
information, call Stephen Tecter at 309-788-3684, O’Melia’s
Supper Club, 2900 Blackhawk Rd., Rock Island, IL, 12pm Tue
Aug 11.
Davenport NAACP Meeting, for information, call Ms.
Phillips at 309-269-5534, http://www.unitedneighbors.com,
7pm Tue Aug 11 and Tue Aug 18.
Quad Cities Women’s Outdoor Club: Kayaking,
reserve by Aug. 19 for Aug. 22 event; for information,
contact Linda Wilson at events@qcwoc.com, http://www.
qcwoc.com, Wed Aug 19.
Friends of Bettendorf Public Library, for information,
F
ederal Communications Commission
staff will be in the Quad Cities on May
27 and 28 to assist consumers in obtaining
DTV-converter-box coupons prior to the
switch to all-digital television on June 12.
Consumers should request coupons by May 28 to
receive them by the switch date. On Wednesday,
May 27, representatives will be at the Moline Public
Haunted Contest.” The organization requests
that nominated locations be public property or that
permission is easily obtained; private residences
may only be submitted by someone currently living
there. Entries must be received by June 30. For
contest rules, visit MVParanormal.org.

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7259 or IONSQC@aol.com, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950
Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA, 6:30pm Thu Jun 11.
Scott County Historic Preservation Society Monthly
call 563-344-4175, Bettendorf Public Library, 2950 Learning
Campus, Bettendorf, IA, http://www.bettendorflibrary.com,
7pm Tue Sep 1.
Library (3210 41st Street) and near Younkers in May 13 Crossword Answers
NorthPark Mall (320 West Kimberly Road in
Davenport) from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. On Thursday, May
28, representatives will be at the Davenport Public
Library (321 Main Street) and near the food court in
SouthPark Mall (4500 16th Street in Moline) from
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. FCC staff will also be prepared to
answer consumers’ questions on the transition to
digital television and demonstrate how to hook up
and operate converter boxes. Consumers having
trouble setting up their converter boxes are welcome
to bring their boxes. People can also request coupons
at DTV2009.gov or by calling (888)388-2009.

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REAL ESTATE
Commercial
space
Bettendorf Office Space for
lease @ 1530 State Street. Several
rooms. Heat & A/C included plus
other amenities. $385.00/month.
Call 563-529-2738
Roommates
563-529-2738.
wanted
Room For Rent: GWM looking
to share his home. Must like
pets, smokers okay. $300/month
includes utilities, washer & dryer
and kitchen privileges.
Call 309-441-6520.
apartments
for rent
1 & 2 BR Apts in Dewitt.
Rental Assistance available.
All utilities paid, Onsite Laundry.
Equal Housing Opportunity
563-212-0205.
Downtown Davenport
Apartments -
Efficiency & 1 Bedrooms
available - $340-$430 - MOVE-
IN-DISCOUNT 20% off 1st
month’s rent - $15.00 discount
each month for timely rent
payment. Appliances furnished,
water/sewer paid, on-site
laundry, off street parking
available, secure entry, no pets
– 311 W 3rd Street, Davenport
- 563-323-7737.
One and two bedroom central
downtown Davenport
apartments. Large floor plans,
energy saving appliances,
furnace and A/C. All new
construction. elevator, laundry,
parking, free wifi Internet. On-site
Grocery Store, Coffeeshop, Book
Store. Amazing Place to live. Call
Joe 563-323-4719 or
309-292-2777.
Quiet 1 bedroom Victorian
apartment in the Village Historic
District. High ceilings, 2 mantels,
bay window, wood floors. Large
yard, porch swing with river view.
Near 32 acres of riverfront parks,
bike trail and Village summer
festivals. No smoking/pets, 1 car.
All utilities paid except electric.
Ph. 563-324-0257.
Two Bedroom Apartment,
appliances, off street parking,
laundry facility, a/c, no pets. 5202
- 25th Ave Court, Moline. $540.00.
Call 309-762-4444.
Two Bedroom Apartment,
appliances, heat & water paid,
no pets. 1006 - 18th St A, Moline.
$560.00. Call 309-762-4444.
Studios for rent
ARTIST STUDIO AVAILABLE
in downtown Davenport above
the Reader. 400 sf. Secured
entrances. $275/month rent
utilities included. Portfolio
review required. Contact sales@
admospheres.com or call 563-
322-4864 to arrange viewing.
Houses & condos
for sale
American Four Square home
with 3 BRs, 2 baths, 2 car garage,
entire heating system updated,
hardwood floors refinished,
updated plumbing, large
fireplace, new water heater,
updated electrical box, updated
kitchen sink, dishwasher and
toilets. Great location near St.
Ambrose and All Saints. $96,900.
Call 563-343-6084 for more details.
Real estate
services
River City Estate and Evictions.
Attic, basement and garage
clean-outs. Tenant removal
evictions. Monday thru Fridays,
9am to 5pm. Call (309) 631-0884.
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
FOR
$500SALE
& UNDER
Corning browning skillet and
large stoneware bowl with lids.
Also, sturdy Teflon frying pan - all
new - great buy! $25.00.
309-786-1708.
Lumber, carpet, ceramic tile,
hardwood and laminate flooring
- large inventory at the Habitat
ReStore, 3629 Mississippi Ave in
Davenport. Hours: Wed-Fri 10am-
5pm, Sat 9am-2pm.
Tabletop Crystal Lazy Susan,
new. $10.00. 309-786-1708.
Wall Hangings: “Bless This
Home” and “Welcome” both new,
$10.00 each. Call 309-786-1708.
One 55 gallon fish tank with oak
stand & accessories for $200. Call
309-788-8508.
Wedding Dress for sale.
Purchased from David’s Bridal.
Medium size, beaded w/a long,
beautiful train. Asking $300.00 or
best offer. Call 563-570-4344.
BOATS, CAMPERS &
TRAILERS
Dagger Legend Canoe, 16 foot,
set up for whitewater, cane seats,
knee pads, air floatation bags, life
preservers and paddles. $800.00
O.B.O. Call 563-940-2311.
MUSIC GEAR
& SERVICES
Band Photos/Video - Promo/
concert. Rates negptiable.
Contact havoc_havoc@yahoo.
com or go to myspace.com/
kschafer1 for samples.
JOSH DUFFEE’S Private Music
Studio - Drum and Piano
Instruction - Affordable Rates -
20+ Years Experience - Contact
563-823-0174 for details.
Learn Middle Eastern Dance
from a professional! Beginners
classes starting May 21st!
Contact Luna Bonita Dance at
lunabonita@mchsi.com or 309-
738-6646.
We don't do it ALL
We do it
RIGHT!
(563)
323-7398
River Cities Sound
1025 West 4th Street
Davenport
Saturday Christian
Entertainment! Live music,
comedy, karaoke, movie nights,
etc. Call us to see what happenin’!
The Solid Rock Cafe, 1411 Brady
St, Davenport 563-322-1302.
MUSIC GEAR
& SERVICES
The Project is accepting
musical instrument donations
in any condition for workshops
at the downtown Davenport
Library. Please contact Brandon
Meek @ 563-445-3042.
AUTOMOTIVE
Self-Service
Full-Service
GREAT SERVICE!
Oil Change Service
Auto Wash Service
Tire Service
GREAT SERVICE!
Major’s 2nd & Warren
Service Station,
Davenport.
563-326-2451.
motorcycles,
Scooters &
Bicycles
1996 Heritage Softail,
Evolution motor, lots of chrome,
low miles (mostly highway), soft
leather bags. $10,000 O.B.O. Call
563-940-2311.
Trek 4300 Mountain Bike
w/road bike tires. Mint condition.
Over $300 in accessories. Asking
price: $375.00. Call 563-650-6925.
garage sales, etc
The Big BIG Deacon’s Rummage
Sale will be Friday, May 29, 2009
from 8:30 until 4:00 and Saturday
May 30 from 8:30 until Noon
at First Presbyterian Church,
1620 W. 1st Street, Milan. (US
67 - 1 mile south-past the Milan
Hy-Vee).
HUGE 5-family estate and
yard sale Sat.16th & Sun.17th of
May, from 8:00 to 1:00 at 1735
W. 48th St. Davenport, just off
Division. Lots of great items to
choose from!
Yard Sale @ Hope United Church
of Christ, 3324 41st St, Moline.
Friday, May 29th from 8-2 &
Saturday, May 30th from 8-12.
Silent Auction of Premium Items.
Lunch available while you shop
for clothing, collectibles, books,
toys and much more.
miscellaneous
Two (2) Cemetary Plots for
sale in the Greenview Memorial
Gardens, Silvis. Vault and marker
included. Appraised value -
$7168, asking $4000 for both. Call
Harry Nelson at 309-793-1432.
Spring cleaning? Donate
your gently used treasures to
the Volunteers for Symphony’s
26th Annual Second Fiddle Sale!
Donations will be accepted
between May 23 and June 15
on Wednesdays, Thursdays &
Saturdays from 8am - 4pm and
Mondays from 1pm - 8pm at
the former Seasonal Concepts
building, 3568 Brady St,
Davenport. The sale accepts
gently-used clothing, furniture,
household items, linens, small
appliances, books, children’s
clothing, sporting goods, toys,
jewelry, antiques, collectibles
and more! All donations are tax
deductible and receipted at time
of drop off.
CALL TO PLACE YOUR AD TODAY!
(563) 324-0049 or visit
RiverCitiesReader.com/classifieds
JOBS
JOFood & Dining
Boozies – part-time cook
needed. Apply in person at 114-
1/2 W. 3rd St, Davenport.
general
Help Wanted: Housekeepers
and Front Desk Clerks, all shifts,
needed immediately. Apply in
person to America’s Best Inn,
2359 – 69th Ave, Moline, Illinois
(across from the Quad City
Airport).
Help Wanted - Laundry
attendant/Bartender/Cook.
Ambitious and dependable,
flexible hours, part-time position.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Applications taken at Scrub Pub
of Bettendorf, 2124 State Street.
Iowa National Guard. Be Part of
Something Greater Than Yourself!
Call 1-800-GO-GUARD. Heroes in
Your Community. Always Ready,
Always There!
Wanted: Office Assistant for
local church. 20 hour work week,
10am-3pm daily. Microsoft
Office experience required.
Please contact First Christian
Church, 510 E. 15th St, Davenport
or email your resume to
DavenportFCC@msn.com.
business
opportunities
Bistro-like restaurant for sale.
Near Adler Theatre & RiverCenter
in downtown Davenport. Great
Opportunity. Call 563-299-8499.
customer
service
STOP HERE! $500.00 Per Week!
Company expanding, need to fill
40 positions. Call 563-823-0405.
Artists,
Musicians
& Performers
Beginning Improv Classes
starting May 31st. No experience
necessary, no pressure to
perform. Come and try
something new, gain confidence,
promote creativity and have
fun! For class information please
email improvme@gmail.com.
Classes are filling fast, limited
spots available.
Volunteer Pianist wanted for
CASI’s beginner harmonica class
on Tuesdays at 10am. Your talents
are needed for this one hour class,
once per week. Music mostly folk
songs, old-tyme country, blue grass
and so forth. Please call 563-284-
6593 for details.
professional &
technical
GRAPHIC INTERNSHIPS for
experience and credit. Send a
resume, samples of work and/or
questions to: Shawn@rcreader.com.
VOLUNTEERS
ANIMAL AID is seeking
volunteers who love being
around animals. Call 309-797-
6550 or contact Deanna Woods
at 309-314-1087.
Augustana Public Radio
Information Service (APRIS)
at WVIK needs volunteers to
read from local newspapers live
over the radio to those who are
visually and physically impaired.
To volunteer, call 309-794-7560.
The East Moline Share program
needs volunteers. This share
program is people helping
people and themselves. The
community buys a semi full
of quality food, at a low cost.
We need help 1 day a month,
for about 2 hours, unloading
the semi and helping the older
people carry the groceries to
their cars. Next delivery is 5-30-09
at 7:45am at the South Moline
Township bldg, 617-17th Ave.
E.M. Questions? Please call Dee
Woods @ 309-314-1087. Thanks.
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS?
Use the Reader classifieds to list
your volunteer needs. Your ad
will run in print and online, up to
20 words, FREE! Email your ad to
classifieds@rcreader.com today.
Include all pertinent contact info
in your ad.
Many volunteers are needed
during the QC Symphony
Orchestra’s upcoming 2nd Fiddle
Sale. Volunteers are neededs for
sorting merchandise, set-up, and
selling during the Sale. Contact
us by phone at (563) 322-0931,
x12 or email at volunteer@
qcsymphony.com to help. All 2nd
Fiddle Sale proceeds benefit the
music education programs of the
QCSO Association.
Piano Player needed for small
church located in Coal Valley. This
is a volunteer position. For more
information, please call 309-912-
4898.
View Volunteer and Job
Opportunities on Churches United’s
website: www.churchesunited.net.
Volunteers needed at the Quad
City Botanical Center for garden,
education & admissions. Call Beth
at 309-794-0991 x30 or email vs@
qcgardens.com
Volunteer Opportunities
available at Churches United Food
Pantries. Call Anne at 309-786-6494.
WQPT is seeking energetic college
students for an exciting volunteer
opportunity. For more information,
please see our ad in the River Cities’
Reader online classifieds section
(www.rcreader.com).
work from home
NOW HIRING: COMPANIES
DESPERATELY NEED EMPLOYEES
TO ASSEMBLE PRODUCTS AT
HOME. NO SELLING, ANY HOURS.
$500 WEEKLY POTENTIAL! INFO:
1-985-646-1700, DEPT. IA-820.
World Ventures - offering
the newest ideas and concepts
in leisure travel and working
from home. Presentation at
Huckleberry’s every Tuesday &
Wednesday at 7pm. Check in
starts and 6:30pm; presentation
starts at 7pm @ 223 18th Street,
Rock Island. Call 309-230-8199
with questions.
OTHER
health services
CREATE A NEW YOU:
TOPS® Chapter IA-177 meets
Thursdays, 6:30pm at All Saints
Lutheran Church, 5002 Jersey
Ridge, Davenport. We offer a
healthy, caring and supportive
approach to weight control, at an
affordable price. Nationally, we’ve
been doing this since 1948. Stop
in and Take Off Pounds Sensibly.
If You Want To Drink,
That’s Your Business.
If You Want To Stop,
That’s Ours.
Call Alcoholics Anonymous
at 309-764-1016
www.aaquadcities.com
opportunities
2010 artist’s call for entries at
the QC Botanical Center. For form
please visit www.qcgarden.com
or call 309-794-0991x30.
The River Cities’ Reader has
not had the opportunity to verify
the accuracy of all business
opportunity, work from home, or
financial services ads.
Hear What You’re Missing! Tune
in to “Faith Talks” each Thursday,
11:30am until Noon on KALA 88.5
FM. Stimulating conversations
and special guests discuss topics
of interest in today’s society.
Listen to past episodes at www.
churchesunited.net.
Help us feed the hungry
- collect food and warm clothing
and bring to Christian Care’s
Rescue Mission at 2209 3rd Ave,
RI. Call 309-786-5734 for more
information.
Use www.Goodsearch.com to
do all of your Internet searches!
Designate Churches United of
the QC Area as the recipient
of your efforts. Thanks for your
support!
events
Come and join us at the annual
Blue Grass Homecoming Days
festival June 6th and 7th. Each year
our festival offers a wide range of
activities including: arts & crafts, a
carnival, fireworks, food, fun and
our parade. Head south on US 61
out of Davenport for a just a few
miles and come join the fun.
The Annual Long Grove (Iowa)
Strawberry Festival will take place
on Sunday June 14, 2009. For more
details, please call 563-285-5829.
For the latest in all events,
practically up-to-the-
minute listings, visit the
new, improved River Cities’
Reader online calendar. Just
point your browser to www.
rcreader.com/calendar. Easy
to use, easy to search and easy
on the eyes (it’s color-coded!).
Send-a-smile
Happy May 28th Birthday to
Rudy Giuliani, Ian Fleming, Gladys
Knight, and - of course - Karrie
Ann Stellrecht!
If a certain someone has a
birthday, and she’s not here to
celebrate, do we still get cake
and ice cream? Happy birthday,
Katie, wherever you are.
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Wednesday 27
Karaoke Night - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Kevin Devine - Miniature Tigers - Brian
Bonz - Wrestling with Wolves (6pm)
- The Picador, 330 E. Washington St.,
Iowa City, IA
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm) - Red
Crow Grille, 2504 53rd St., Betten-
dorf, IA
Retro Wednesday Acoustic Jam w/ the
Leftovers & Tennessee, That Nashville
Cat - Racer’s Edge, 936 15th Ave, East
Moline, IL
Rob Dahms - Cabana’s, 4th Ave & 22nd St,
Rock Island, IL
Soap w/ Sean Shiel - The Redstone Room,
129 Main St, Davenport, IA
“Tennessee,” That Nashville Cat (noon)
- Open Mic Night (7pm) - Mojo’s
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA
The Burlington Street Bluegrass Band
- The Mill, 120 E Burlington, Iowa
City, IA
The Current Band - Mixtapes, 830 15th
Ave, East Moline, IL
The Jam w/ Ben Soltau - Iowa City Yacht
Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
The Nightcrawlers 6-pc Jazz Band (6pm)
- The Rusty NaIL2606 W Locust, Dav-
enport, IA
True Music Hump Day w/ ROCK 104.9’s
Bill Stage - Rascals Rock Memorabilia
Bar, 1414 15th St., Moline, IL
thursday
2009/05/28 (Thu)
28
ABC Karaoke - Overtime Sports Pub and
Grub, 3700 Belmont Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Blush w/ DJ B Empire - Nan’s Piano Bar, 421
W. River Dr, Davenport, IA
Dave Maxwell (noon) - Sudlow Jazz Band
(5pm) - Mojo’s (River Music Experi-
ence), 130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Dueling Pianos: Charlie Bauman &
Sidney Wingfield - Edje Nightclub at
Jumer’s Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy
92, Rock Island, IL
Filling Space - Mint Wad Willy - Unknown
Component - The Mill, 120 E Burling-
ton, Iowa City, IA
Jason Carl - Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303
Brady St., Davenport, IA
K.A.S.S. Karaoke - Club Boulevard, 1801
10th St., Moline, IL
Karaoke Night - Club Fusion, 813 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night - Racer’s Edge, 936 15th
Ave, East Moline, IL
Karaoke Night & Line Dancing - Hal’s
Wagon Wheel, 1708 State Street, Bet-
tendorf, IA
Nikki Lunden - Mojo’s (River Music Experi-
ence), 130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Open Mic w/ Corey Wallace - Bier Stube
Moline, 417 15th St, Moline, IL
Open Mic w/ Dave Ellis - Bier Stube
LeClaire, 1001 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire,
IA
Qualms - Snowdemon - Goes Cube - Cro-
Kane - The Picador, 330 E. Washington
St., Iowa City, IA
Rob Dahms - It’s on the River, 201 N. Main
St., Port Byron, IL
The Uniphonics - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Tom Zick & Open Jam Session - Below
Brady, 217 Brady St, Davenport, IA
Friday
2009/05/29 (Fri)
29
40 Minute Detour CD Release Show
- The Redstone Room, 129 Main St,
Davenport, IA
Hoots & Hellmouth @ The Redstone Room – June 9
ABC Karaoke - Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St.,
Davenport, IA
ABC Karaoke - Overtime Sports Pub and
Grub, 3700 Belmont Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Caught in the Act - The Rusty NaIL2606 W
Locust, Davenport, IA
Choral Dynamics of Galesburg: Magical
Musicals - Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kel-
logg St., Galesburg, IL
Cosmic - 11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th
St, Davenport, IA
Cosmic Pool - Lassiters Billiards Bar and
Grill, 1801 Lincolnway, Clinton, IA
Daiquiri Fest DJ Night (5pm) - The Dis-
trict of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock
Island, IL
Daytrotter Presents: Dent May w/ Cass
McCombs - Mondo Drag - Id Pyramid
- Meroz - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock
Island, IL
DJ Night - 110, 110 Main Ave, Clinton, IA
DJ Night at Club Boulevard - Club Boule-
vard, 1801 10th St., Moline, IL
Dueling Pianos: Charlie Bauman &
Sidney Wingfield - Edje Nightclub at
Jumer’s Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy
92, Rock Island, IL
Gray Wolf Band - Martini’s On the Rock,
4619 34th St, Rock Island, IL
House Music Techno DJs - The Lucky
Frog Bar and Grill, 313 N Salina St, Mc-
Causland, IA
Jason Reeves - Englert Theatre, 221 East
Washington St., Iowa City, IA
Jon Troast (noon) - Java House, 211 1/2 E.
Washington St., Iowa City, IA
Karaoke Night - Finally Fil’s, 134 5th Ave,
Clinton, IA
Karaoke Night - Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Caman-
che Ave, Clinton, IA
Karaoke Night - Racer’s Edge, 936 15th
Ave, East Moline, IL
Karaoke Night - The Odeon, 8025 Avenue
N., Clinton, IA
Lunchtime on the Plaza: Lojo Russo
(11:30am) - The District of Rock Island,
16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL
“Mr. Casino” Dennis Albee (5pm)
- Shackshakers (8:30pm) - Riverside
Casino and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway
22, Riverside, IA
Natty Nation CD Release Party - Bum-
per Crop - Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S
Linn St, Iowa City, IA
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm)
- Red Crow Grille, 2504 53rd St., Bet-
tendorf, IA
Pianist Troy Harris (5pm) - The Lodge
Hotel, Spruce Hills & Utica Ridge,
Bettendorf, IA
Ren Estrand (noon) - Mojo’s (River
Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA
Southern Thunder Karaoke - Hollars Bar
and Grill, 4050 27th St, Moline, IL
Spatterdash - Uptown Neighborhood
Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills Dr.,
Bettendorf, IA
The Beaker Brothers - The Mill, 120 E
Burlington, Iowa City, IA
The Cause - The Hub, 402 Main St, Cedar
Falls, IA
The Craig Bentley Trio - Below Brady,
217 Brady St, Davenport, IA
The Current Band - Grave Corps - The
Actress Adorable - Mixtapes, 830
15th Ave, East Moline, IL
The Diplomats of Solid Sound - Weath-
erdance Fountain Stage, outside the
Sheraton Hotel, 210 S. Dubuque St.,
Iowa City, IA
The Rob Dahms Trio - Cabana’s, 4th Ave
& 22nd St, Rock Island, IL
The Russ Reyman Trio - The Rusty
NaIL2606 W Locust, Davenport, IA
Tronicity - Bent River Brewing Company,
1413 5th Ave., Moline, IL
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2009/05/30 (Sat)
30
Backdrop CD Release Party - Danger
Is My Middle Name - Five Oh Five
- Planes in Action - Girl Repellent
(5pm) - Lubriphonic - The Big Funk
Guarantee (9pm) - Iowa City Yacht
Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
Caught in the Act - The Rusty NaIL2606 W
Locust, Davenport, IA
Choral Dynamics of Galesburg: Magical
Musicals - Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kel-
logg St., Galesburg, IL
Community Drum Circle (10:30am)
- River Music Experience, 129 Main St,
Davenport, IA
Cosmic - Greenbriar Restaurant and
Lounge, 4506 27th St, Moline, IL
Cosmic Pool - Lassiters Billiards Bar and
Grill, 1801 Lincolnway, Clinton, IA
DJ Night at Club Boulevard - Club Boule-
vard, 1801 10th St., Moline, IL
Dueling Pianos: Charlie Bauman &
Sidney Wingfield - Edje Nightclub at
Jumer’s Casino and Hotel, I-280 & Hwy
92, Rock Island, IL
Histrionic - The Redstone Room, 129 Main
St, Davenport, IA
John O’Meara Sr. - Below Brady, 217 Brady
St, Davenport, IA
Justin Morrissey & Friends - Martini’s On
the Rock, 4619 34th St, Rock Island, IL
Karaoke Night - Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Caman-
che Ave, Clinton, IA
Mike & Mary Stroehle - Steventon’s, 1399
Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire, IA
Mommy’s Little Monster - Tailgater’s, 419
15th St, Moline, IL
Mommy’s Little Monster - Uptown Neigh-
borhood Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills
Dr., Bettendorf, IA
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Morning After (5pm) - Final Mix (8:30pm)
- Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
Highway 22, Riverside, IA
Mt. St. Helen’s Vietnam Band - Mannix!
- Scheusch - Lusurfer - The Mill, 120 E
Burlington, Iowa City, IA
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm) - Red Crow
Grille, 2504 53rd St., Bettendorf, IA
Pianist Troy Harris (5pm) - The Lodge Hotel,
Spruce Hills & Utica Ridge, Bettendorf, IA
Rude Punch - Mound Street Landing, 1029
Mound St., Davenport, IA
Smooth Groove - Terry G. Hanson - River
House, 1510 River Dr., Moline, IL
Southern Thunder Karaoke Contest
- Hollars Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St,
Moline, IL
Sugar Nipples - Rascals Rock Memorabilia
Bar, 1414 15th St., Moline, IL
The Freedom Ensemble (6pm) - Hunter’s,
2107 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL
The Lovedogs - Rhino’s Grill, 524 Cedar
St., Tipton, IA
The Rootless Experience - The Avenue
Tap, 712 1st Ave, Silvis, IL
The Station - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock
Island, IL
Timespan - Cabana’s, 4th Ave & 22nd St,
Rock Island, IL
Tri - 11th Street Precinct, 2108 E 11th St,
Davenport, IA
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sunday
2009/05/31 (Sun)
Choral Dynamics of Galesburg: Magical
Musicals - Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kel-
logg St., Galesburg, IL
Ellis Kell & Andrew Landers (10am) -
Brady Street Chop House, Radisson QC
Plaza Hotel, Davenport, IA
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Jeff Hanson (6pm) - The Picador, 330 E.
Washington St., Iowa City, IA
Jim Ryan (2pm) - Len Brown’s North
Shore Inn, 7th Street and the Rock
River, Moline, IL
Party on the Patio: 4th & 20 (4pm)
- Blueport Junction, 6605 W River Dr,
Davenport, IA
Rockstar Karaoke - Uptown Neighbor-
hood Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills
Dr., Bettendorf, IA
Russ Reyman (10am brunch perfor-
mance) - The Lodge Hotel, Spruce Hills
& Utica Ridge, Bettendorf, IA
Terry Stone (10:30am) - River City 6
(2pm) - Riverside Casino and Golf Re-
sort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA
monday
2009/06/01 (Mon)
01
Blues Jam w/ Michael Fett - Iowa City
Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
Ellis Kell (noon) - Mojo’s (River Music Expe-
rience), 130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Karaoke w/ Jeff Pieler - Bier Stube Moline,
417 15th St, Moline, IL
Live Music with the Kids w/ Jordan Dan-
ielsen (5pm) - Happy Joe’s Cafez, 2430
Spruce Hills Dr., Bettendorf, IA
Open Mic w/ J. Knight - The Mill, 120 E
Burlington, Iowa City, IA
02
tuesday
2009/06/02 (Tue)
Live Lunch w/ Jonathan Turner (noon)
- Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130
W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Daytrotter Presents: Jeffrey Lewis & the
Junkyard w/ Caleb Engstrom - RIBCO,
1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL
Caroline Smith & the Goodnight Sleeps
- The Daredevil Christopher Wright
- Chrash - The Mill, 120 E Burlington,
Iowa City, IA
Open Mic w/ Jordan Danielsen - Bier
Stube Davenpor t, 2228 E 11th St,
Davenport, IA
Glenn Hickson (5:30pm) - The Button Fac-
tory, Hershey St, Muscatine, IA
wednesday
2009/06/03 (Wed) 03
John Vanderslice - The Tallest Man on
Earth - The Mill, 120 E Burlington,
Iowa City, IA
Karaoke Night - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm) - Red Crow
Grille, 2504 53rd St., Bettendorf, IA
Rob Dahms - Cabana’s, 4th Ave & 22nd St,
Rock Island, IL
“Tennessee,” That Nashville Cat (noon)
- Open Mic Night (7pm) - Mojo’s
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA
The Jam w/ Ben Soltau - Iowa City Yacht
Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
The Nightcrawlers 6-pc Jazz Band (6pm)
- The Rusty NaIL2606 W Locust, Dav-
enport, IA
Dent May @ RIBCO – May 29
True Music Hump Day w/ ROCK 104.9’s
Bill Stage - Rascals Rock Memorabilia
Bar, 1414 15th St., Moline, IL
thursday
2009/06/04 (Thu)
04
ABC Karaoke - Overtime Sports Pub and
Grub, 3700 Belmont Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Blush w/ DJ B Empire - Nan’s Piano Bar,
421 W. River Dr, Davenport, IA
Insectoid - The Mill, 120 E Burlington,
Iowa City, IA
Jason Carl - Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303
Brady St., Davenport, IA
K.A.S.S. Karaoke - Club Boulevard, 1801
10th St., Moline, IL
Karaoke Night - Club Fusion, 813 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night - Racer’s Edge, 936 15th
Ave, East Moline, IL
Karaoke Night & Line Dancing - Hal’s
Wagon Wheel, 1708 State Street, Bet-
tendorf, IA
Lucero - Chuck Ragan - The Picador, 330
E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA
Marmaduke - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Open Mic w/ Corey Wallace - Bier Stube
Moline, 417 15th St, Moline, IL
Open Mic w/ Dave Ellis - Bier Stube LeClaire,
1001 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire, IA
Rob Dahms - It’s on the River, 201 N. Main
St., Port Byron, IL
Rose ‘n’ Thorns (noon) - Mojo’s (River
Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA
Roster McCabe - Iowa City Yacht Club, 13
S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
The Dawn - Jim the Mule - Inchworm
- The Redstone Room, 129 Main St,
Davenport, IA
Tom Zick & Open Jam Session - Below
Brady, 217 Brady St, Davenport, IA
Friday
2009/06/05 (Fri)
05
ABC Karaoke - Circle Tap, 1345 Locust St.,
Davenport, IA
ABC Karaoke - Overtime Sports Pub and
Grub, 3700 Belmont Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Blue Collar Band - 11th Street Precinct,
2108 E 11th St, Davenport, IA
Blues Cruise w/ Bob Dorr & the Blue Band
- KUNI Blues Cruise, Spirit of Dubuque
Riverboat, Dubuque, IA
Brighton, MA - The Western Front - Sarah
Mannix & the Wandering Bears - The
Mill, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, IA
Brown Bag Lunch Series: Andy Landers
(12:15) - Bettendorf Public Library,
2950 Learning Campus, Bettendorf, IA
Chicago Farmer - Bent River Brewing Com-
pany, 1413 5th Ave., Moline, IL
Cosmic Pool - Lassiters Billiards Bar and
Grill, 1801 Lincolnway, Clinton, IA
Daiquiri Fest DJ Night (5pm) - The Dis-
trict of Rock Island, 16 1/2 St., Rock
Island, IL
Dawn’s Coffeehouse (5pm) - Dawn’s Hide
and Bead Away, 220E Washington St.,
Iowa City, IA
DJ Night - 110, 110 Main Ave, Clinton, IA
DJ Night at Club Boulevard - Club Boule-
vard, 1801 10th St., Moline, IL
Euforquestra - Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S
Linn St, Iowa City, IA
Firesale - Mojo’s (River Music Experience),
130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Hal Whittmer & Stroehle’s - Below Brady,
217 Brady St, Davenport, IA
Justin Morrissey & Friends - The Redstone
Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night - Finally Fil’s, 134 5th Ave,
Clinton, IA
Karaoke Night - Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Caman-
che Ave, Clinton, IA
Karaoke Night - Racer’s Edge, 936 15th
Ave, East Moline, IL
Karaoke Night - The Odeon, 8025 Avenue
N., Clinton, IA
Lunchtime on the Plaza: Tony Sconyers
(11:30am) - The District of Rock Island,
16 1/2 St., Rock Island, IL
Mr. Whoopie - The Rusty NaIL2606 W
Locust, Davenport, IA
Night Owl Choir - The Holistics - Quiet
Bears - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock
Island, IL
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm) - Red Crow
Grille, 2504 53rd St., Bettendorf, IA
Pianist Troy Harris (5pm) - The Lodge Hotel,
Spruce Hills & Utica Ridge, Bettendorf, IA
Rootless Experience - Jesse’s Saloon, 803
1st Ave., Silvis, IL
Southern Thunder Karaoke - Hollars Bar
and Grill, 4050 27th St, Moline, IL
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St. Joe’s Open Mic Coffeehouse - First
Lutheran Church-Rock Island, 1600 20th
St., Rock Island, IL
The Quire - CSPS/Legion Arts, 1103 3rd St
SE, Cedar Rapids, IA
The Rob Dahms Trio - Cabana’s, 4th Ave &
22nd St, Rock Island, IL
Tony Hoeppner (noon) - Mojo’s (River
Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA
Tronicity - Purgatory’s Pub, 2104 State St,
Bettendorf, IA
Vocal Expressions (5pm) - Nines (8:30pm)
- Riverside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
Highway 22, Riverside, IA
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Saturday
2009/06/06 (Sat)
Acoustic Open Jam Session w/ Steve
McFate - Corner Tap, 4018 14th Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Annawan Daze: Mommy’s Little Monster
(8pm) - Annawan Community Center,
203 West Front St., Annawan, IL
Band from Town - Eleisha Eagle - The Mill,
120 E Burlington, Iowa City, IA
Blue Grass Days: Keep off the Grass
(7pm) - Blue Grass, Blue Grass, IA
Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble - The
Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Dav-
enport, IA
Cosmic Pool - Lassiters Billiards Bar and
Grill, 1801 Lincolnway, Clinton, IA
Daytrotter Presents: Pattern Is Move-
ment - Netherfriends - Huckleberry’s,
223 18th St, Rock Island, IL
Dennis McMurrin & the Demolition Band
- Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St,
Iowa City, IA
DJ Buddha - Bent River Brewing Company,
1413 5th Ave., Moline, IL
DJ Night at Club Boulevard - Club Boule-
vard, 1801 10th St., Moline, IL
House Arrest - Rumors, 1415 Grandview
Ave., Muscatine, IA
Karaoke Night - Moe’s Pizza, 1312 Caman-
che Ave, Clinton, IA
Mike & Joe - Rude Punch - RIBCO, 1815
2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL
Mike & Mary Stroehle - Steventon’s, 1399
Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire, IA
Mr. Whoopie - The Rusty NaIL2606 W
Locust, Davenport, IA
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm) - Red
Crow Grille, 2504 53rd St., Betten-
dorf, IA
Pianist Troy Harris (5pm) - The Lodge
Hotel, Spruce Hills & Utica Ridge, Bet-
tendorf, IA
River Prairie Minstrels (6pm) - Mojo’s
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St,
Davenport, IA
Riverias (5pm) - Nines (8:30pm) - Riv-
erside Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
Highway 22, Riverside, IA
Rocket Park - Uptown Neighborhood
Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills Dr.,
Bettendorf, IA
Southern Thunder Karaoke Contest
- Hollars Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St,
Moline, IL
The Edgar Crockett Quartet - Below Brady,
217 Brady St, Davenport, IA
Tronicity - Greenbriar Restaurant and
Lounge, 4506 27th St, Moline, IL
sunday
2009/06/07 (Sun)
07
Rockstar Karaoke - Uptown Neighbor-
hood Bar and Grill, 2340 Spruce Hills
Dr., Bettendorf, IA
Russ Reyman (10am brunch perfor-
mance) - The Lodge Hotel, Spruce Hills
& Utica Ridge, Bettendorf, IA
The Mt. St. Helen’s Vietnam Band @ The Mill – May 30
The Manny Lopez Trio (10am) - Brady
Street Chop House, Radisson QC Plaza
Hotel, Davenport, IA
Wendy Fountain (10:30am) - Riverias
(2pm) - Riverside Casino and Golf Re-
sort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside, IA
Wild Oatz Band (4pm) - Blueport Junction,
6605 W River Dr, Davenport, IA
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monday
2009/06/08 (Mon)
Blues Jam w/ Michael Fett - Iowa City
Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
Daytrotter Presents: Laura Gibson - Mu-
see Mecanique - Rock Plaza Central
- RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL
Ellis Kell (noon) - Mojo’s (River Music Expe-
rience), 130 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Euforquestra - Bent River Brewing Com-
pany, 1413 5th Ave., Moline, IL
For Today - Beneath the Sky - Venia
(6pm) - The Picador, 330 E. Washington
St., Iowa City, IA
Karaoke w/ Jeff Pieler - Bier Stube Moline,
417 15th St, Moline, IL
Live Music with the Kids w/ Jordan Dan-
ielsen (5pm) - Happy Joe’s Cafez, 2430
Spruce Hills Dr., Bettendorf, IA
Open Mic w/ J. Knight - The Mill, 120 E
Burlington, Iowa City, IA
tuesday
2009/06/09 (Tue) 09
Glenn Hickson (5:30pm) - The Button Fac-
tory, Hershey St, Muscatine, IA
Hoots & Hellmouth - The Redstone Room,
129 Main St, Davenport, IA
Live Lunch w/ Brent Feuerbach (noon)
- Mojo’s (River Music Experience), 130
W 2nd St, Davenport, IA
Open Mic w/ Jordan Danielsen - Bier
Stube Davenpor t, 2228 E 11th St,
Davenport, IA
Skye Carrasco - Quiet Bears - Harlan
Muir - The Mill, 120 E Burlington, Iowa
City, IA
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wednesday
2009/06/10 (Wed)
Jam Night w/ Frank Drew - Bent River
Brewing Company, 1413 5th Ave.,
Moline, IL
Karaoke Night - RIBCO, 1815 2nd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Pianist David Holcomb (6:30pm) - Red
Crow Grille, 2504 53rd St., Betten-
dorf, IA
Rob Dahms - Cabana’s, 4th Ave & 22nd
St, Rock Island, IL
The Burlington Street Bluegrass Band
(7pm) - Rock Central Plaza (10pm)
- The Mill, 120 E Burlington, Iowa
City, IA
“Tennessee,” That Nashville Cat (noon)
- Open Mic Night (7pm) - Mojo’s (River
Music Experience), 130 W 2nd St, Dav-
enport, IA
The Glenn Miller Orchestra - Jumer’s
Casino & Hotel, I-280 & I-92, Rock
Island, IL
The Jam w/ Ben Soltau - Iowa City Yacht
Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA
The Lettermen in Concert: The Legend
Continues (1pm) - Circa ‘21 Din-
ner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave., Rock
Island, IL
The Lettermen featuring Classic Songs
from the Movies and Broadway
(7:15pm) - Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse,
1828 3rd Ave., Rock Island, IL
The Nightcrawlers 6-pc Jazz Band
(6pm) - The Rusty NaIL2606 W Locust,
Davenport, IA
True Music Hump Day w/ ROCK 104.9’s
Bill Stage - Rascals Rock Memorabilia
Bar, 1414 15th St., Moline, IL
Thursday
2009/06/11 (Thu)
11
ABC Karaoke - Overtime Sports Pub and
Grub, 3700 Belmont Rd, Bettendorf, IA
Blush w/ DJ B Empire - Nan’s Piano Bar,
421 W. River Dr, Davenport, IA
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Heatbox CD Release Party - Johnny On
Point - Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn
St, Iowa City, IA
Illinois John Fever - Smokestack - The
Foothill Fury - The Gilded Bats - The
Mill, 120 E Burlington, Iowa City, IA
Jason Carl - Creekside Bar and Grill, 3303
Brady St., Davenport, IA
K.A.S.S. Karaoke - Club Boulevard, 1801
10th St., Moline, IL
Karaoke Night - Club Fusion, 813 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA
Karaoke Night - Racer’s Edge, 936 15th
Ave, East Moline, IL
Karaoke Night & Line Dancing - Hal’s
Wagon Wheel, 1708 State Street, Bet-
tendorf, IA
Kenny Chesney - Miranda Lambert - Lady
Antebellum - i wireless Center, 1201
River Dr, Moline, IL
Open Mic w/ Corey Wallace - Bier Stube
Moline, 417 15th St, Moline, IL
Open Mic w/ Dave Ellis - Bier Stube
LeClaire, 1001 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire,
IA
Paul Cioe & Friends (noon) - Mojo’s
(River Music Experience), 130 W 2nd
St, Davenport, IA
Pieta Brown & Dream # 9 - The Redstone
Room, 129 Main St, Davenport, IA
Rob Dahms - It’s on the River, 201 N. Main
St., Port Byron, IL
The Crinn - A Hill to Die Upon - Spanish
Harlem - GMID (5:30pm) - The Picador,
330 E. Washington St., Iowa City, IA
The Lettermen - Live by Request - Circa
‘21 Dinner Playhouse, 1828 3rd Ave.,
Rock Island, IL
Tom Zick & Open Jam Session - Below
Brady, 217 Brady St, Davenport, IA
Ultraviolet Hippopotamus - RIBCO, 1815
2nd Ave., Rock Island, IL
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