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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
May 1, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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RME has grown into one of the QC’s favorite open mic nights since we first opened our doors back in 2004, and the tradition continues with a new and improved…
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
Quad Cities Prayer Center National Day of Prayer
Quad Cities Prayer Center National Day of Prayer
May 2, 2013 6:15 am – 8:00 pm
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Mississippi Hall Morning Worship 6:15am – Breakfast 6:45am – Worship Keynote Speaker – TBA Free Evening Youth Worship 6:30pm – 8:30pm More information coming soon!

Live Lunch with Lojo Russo
Live Lunch with Lojo Russo
May 2, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Join singer-songwriter, Lojo Russo, for our live lunch series on the RME Community Stage. From sweet folk to raw roots to aggressive funk she has built a career playing outside…

Wine & Art
Wine & Art
May 2, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Don’t Lose Your Tempera with Ralph Iaccarino Enjoy interesting, fun studio art activities paired with a glass of wine, light hors d’oeuvres and great conversation during Wine & Art nights at…

Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons
Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons
May 2, 2013 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Cory Chisel and The Wandering Sons
Cory Chisel is an old believer. You can hear it in his music – there’s a wisdom beyond his  years in that voice.  You can see it in his story…

Docent Pick Talk
Docent Pick Talk
May 2, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Join Figge docents Sandy Cahoy, Judy Hartig, Stephanie Raphael-Nakos and Don Wilson as they talk about artworks from the Figge’s permanent collection. Each docent will discuss one artwork while providing…

Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
May 2, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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It’s free to play, you can bring a team with as few or many players as you choose, and top 3 teams win $50, $20, and $10 in house cash.
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Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Live Lunch with Mike Cochrane
Live Lunch with Mike Cochrane
May 3, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Live Lunch
Join Mike Cochrane for our live lunch series on the RME Community Stage. Mike performs everything from classic soft rock from the 60′s to the present. Stop on by and…

Matt Jennings
Matt Jennings
May 3, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Matt Jennings grew up in Pittsburgh mimicking hard rock guitarists as a kid. After moving to Minneapolis for college, he studied abroad in Mexico and later taught English in China.…

A D Good Time Variety Show Vol. 4
A D Good Time Variety Show Vol. 4
May 3, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Masterpeace Production is doing it again!!! Hope you’re all excited for DAMN GOOD TIME VOL 4 – Express Yourself. This growing multimedia event is building our team, Masterpeace Production, building…

River City 6
River City 6
May 3, 2013 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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Swinging big band hits and more from a great local band Tap your toes and do your best two step to great music

Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
May 3, 2013 9:30 pm – May 4, 2013 1:00 am
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Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
Live Music: Powell
May 3, 2013 9:30 pm – May 4, 2013 1:00 am
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Grand Re-Opening of the OUTDOOR Farmer’s Market
Grand Re-Opening of the OUTDOOR Farmer’s Market
May 4, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Grand Re-Opening of the OUTDOOR Market Our Louisiana Style Marching Band will be performing through out the Market to bring in the new season and what it has to offer!  A…

Digital Photography: A Balanced Look Workshop
Digital Photography: A Balanced Look Workshop
May 4, 2013 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Dos Pistolas Tapping
Dos Pistolas Tapping
May 4, 2013 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Golden Keg at 1:00 Food at 2:00 Please bring a can good item to donate to the local food pantry Dress in your finest Cinco de Mayo attire!

Derby Day
Derby Day
May 4, 2013 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Derby day is May 4th from 3 to 7 pm at the Front Street Tap Room in the Freight House Complex. Get your Derby Day tickets now!  Price is $40 in…

Venus Envy Quad Cities
Venus Envy Quad Cities
May 4, 2013 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Venus Envy Quad Cities (VEQC) is a festival and art exhibit celebrating women in the arts. The festival will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013, from 6 to 10 p.m.…

Bruce Robison & Kelly Willis
Bruce Robison & Kelly Willis
May 4, 2013 7:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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Cheater’s Game, the new collaborative album from critically acclaimed husband-and-wife duo Bruce Robison and Kelly Willis, is out now on Premium Records. Released to widespread critical acclaim, The Wall Street…

Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
May 4, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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The Davenport Freight House Farmers’ Market is located along the scenic Mississippi Riverfront, anchored by the historic Freight House Building in lovely Downtown Davenport, Iowa. Over 100 creative and talented…
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Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
Altar-cations
Altar-cations
May 5, 2013 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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German and American spouses tell their love stories

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
May 5, 2013 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
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SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT BIX BISTRO W/ THE JOSH DUFFY BAND Welcome to our weekly jazz brunch at Bix Bistro. Enjoy unlimited complimentary mimosas or bloody mary’s. Adults: $17.95 Age 12 and under: $8.95 We will…
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Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
“Spring It On” Wine Class
“Spring It On” Wine Class
May 7, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wine Down
Join The Phoenix for their fourth Wine Class. As Spring has been trying to sneak in, they have been putting together a new frish and light wine class. Fred Smith…

Blues Cafe
Blues Cafe
May 7, 2013 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Join hosts Ellis Kell and Bret Dale for Blues Cafe. This blues improvisation session on the RME Community Stage features professional musicians from the area, as well as the occasional…

SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody
SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody
May 7, 2013 8:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody is the hilarious new comedy that brings all the naughty fun of the best-selling book to life.  Your inner goddess will be laughing out loud…

Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
May 7, 2013 9:00 pm – 11:55 pm
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Every Tuesday night starting at 9pm. A basic mic and amp-set up provided. It’s free to listen or to play.
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Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Live Lunch with Ren Estrand
Live Lunch with Ren Estrand
May 8, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Join Ren Estrand for our live lunch series on the RME Community Stage. Ren is currently touring with Kent Burnside, grandson of renowned Mississippi bluesman R. L. Burnside and performs…

Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Cedar Rapids Kernels
May 8, 2013 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
May 8, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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RME has grown into one of the QC’s favorite open mic nights since we first opened our doors back in 2004, and the tradition continues with a new and improved…
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
Live Lunch with Randy Leasman
Live Lunch with Randy Leasman
May 9, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Join Randy Leasman for our live lunch series on the RME Community Stage. Singer-songwriter and native of the Quad Cities, Randy Leasman’s music is not easily categorized. Creating a bridge…

QC United Presents Raise the Roof Thursday
QC United Presents Raise the Roof Thursday
May 9, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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QC United presents Raise the Roof Thursday on the RME Community Stage featuring live music!  This free event is focused on bringing the Quad Cities together through music. Every second…

Art Talk: American POP Art!
Art Talk: American POP Art!
May 9, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Explore the newly installed exhibition American POP Art! and stick around for a gallery talk that focuses on the artwork and artists involved.

Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
May 9, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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It’s free to play, you can bring a team with as few or many players as you choose, and top 3 teams win $50, $20, and $10 in house cash.
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Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Live Lunch with Tony Hoeppner
Live Lunch with Tony Hoeppner
May 10, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Join Tony Hoeppner for our live lunch series of songs and stories on the RME Community Stage. Performing and recording music has always been an important part of Tony’s life. Growing…

Family Friday Night Public Skate
Family Friday Night Public Skate
May 10, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Searching for Security’s Sweet & Sour Show featuring TV Magic, Live to Conquer, and Highfives & Handshakes
Searching for Security’s Sweet & Sour Show featuring TV Magic, Live to Conquer, and Highfives & Handshakes
May 10, 2013 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Don’t miss Searching for Security’s Sweet & Sour Show featuring TV Magic, Live to Conquer, and Highfives & Handshakes in the RME Hall.

5 Course Wine Dinner
5 Course Wine Dinner
May 10, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
5 Course Wine Dinner
Enjoy an evening of ambiance, cuisine & spirits at Bix Bistro highlighting the fine wine portfolio of Opolo Vineyards. May 10, 2013. Click here for course options.

Calliko Presents: Swagfest 3.0
Calliko Presents: Swagfest 3.0
May 10, 2013 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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As the Midwest stakes its claim for rap supremacy a new area other than Cleveland, Chicago, Detroit, and St. Louis which had previously been responsible for producing the region’s Hip…

John Fliss
John Fliss
May 10, 2013 8:00 pm
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Great local performer singing classic hits from the 50s and beyond Twist the night away to the one man band wonder
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Mother’s Day at the Market!
Mother’s Day at the Market!
May 11, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Mother’s Day at the Market Looking for an exceptional one of a kind gift for your Mom?  Why not peruse some of our quality crafters for that special something that can…

Mother’s Day at the Freight House Farmers Market
Mother’s Day at the Freight House Farmers Market
May 11, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Looking for an exceptional, one-of-a-kind gift for Mom? Why not peruse some of our quality crafters for that special something that can be found nowhere else? Why not give a…

Beaux Arts Fair
Beaux Arts Fair
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
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Make a visit to the Beaux Arts Fair and the Figge a part of your Mother’s Day weekend. Shop for art at the fair, then take advantage of your Figge…

World Trade Day
World Trade Day
May 11, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
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The SiS shop will be celebrating World Trade Day events at the shop on Saturday, May 11, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. This is the largest Fair Trade event of the…

Live Lunch with Tom
Live Lunch with Tom
May 11, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Live Lunch
Join banjo player, Tom, for a free live lunch performance on the RME Community Stage from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Songwriter’s All-Original Open Mic
Songwriter’s All-Original Open Mic
May 11, 2013 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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Here’s your chance to play, listen, and learn from leaders in the craft as they make music and talk about the process from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. on the RME…

An Evening with Bob Door & The Blue Band
An Evening with Bob Door & The Blue Band
May 11, 2013 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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2013 finds Bob Dorr & The Blue Band celebrating their 32nd anniversary. Beginning June 10, 1981, the band has averaged playing around 100 dates a year for its 30+ year…

The Tangents
The Tangents
May 11, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Join The Tangents for a free performance on the RME Community Stage. The Tangents are an acoustic duo playing a large variety of tunes ranging from favorite baby boomer tunes,…

Bottoms Up QC Burlesque
Bottoms Up QC Burlesque
May 11, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Enjoy an amazing and tantalizing performance The ladies of Bottoms Up QC will make the stage sizzle in this one of a kind show Tickets are availible online and at the gift…

John Fliss
John Fliss
May 11, 2013 10:00 pm
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Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
May 11, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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The Davenport Freight House Farmers’ Market is located along the scenic Mississippi Riverfront, anchored by the historic Freight House Building in lovely Downtown Davenport, Iowa. Over 100 creative and talented…

Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
May 11, 2013 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
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In an effort to encourage the community to experience, participate and support local arts, Bucktown Center for the Arts is launching its 2nd Saturday Series. Join the artists of Bucktown on…
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Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Bucktown 2nd Saturday Series
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rhythm City
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rhythm City
May 12, 2013 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
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Enjoy a special Mothers Day Brunch in honor of mothers everywhere Enjoy live Jazz music from 10:00am to Noon, and again from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Mother’s Day Brunch at The Blackhawk
Mother’s Day Brunch at The Blackhawk
May 12, 2013 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Click here for the food stations

Brady Street Chop House Mother’s Day Brunch
Brady Street Chop House Mother’s Day Brunch
May 12, 2013 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Mother’s Day Brunch- all you care to eat Call 563-327-2593 for reservations

Quad Cities River Bandits Mother’s Day Brunch
Quad Cities River Bandits Mother’s Day Brunch
May 12, 2013 11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Mother's Day Brunch with the River Bandits
The Quad Cities River Bandits will host their second annual Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 12. Individuals and families can now reserve tickets for a special brunch buffet on…

Mother’s Day at the Figge
Mother’s Day at the Figge
May 12, 2013 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Mothers get in FREE on Mother’s Day, the rest of the family receives discounted admission.

Tour: American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection
Tour: American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection
May 12, 2013 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
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Docent let tour of American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection.

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
May 12, 2013 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
Bix Bistro
SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT BIX BISTRO W/ THE JOSH DUFFY BAND Welcome to our weekly jazz brunch at Bix Bistro. Enjoy unlimited complimentary mimosas or bloody mary’s. Adults: $17.95 Age 12 and under: $8.95 We will…
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Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
DAGOBAH
DAGOBAH
May 13, 2013 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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DAGOBAH – The Davenport Area Gathering of Books and Humanoids – is a Science Fiction and Fantasy book discussion group has been meeting at the Davenport Public Library for more…
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Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
May 14, 2013 9:00 pm – 11:55 pm
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Every Tuesday night starting at 9pm. A basic mic and amp-set up provided. It’s free to listen or to play.
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Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Live Lunch with Jordan Danielsen
Live Lunch with Jordan Danielsen
May 15, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Join local singer/songwriter, Jordan Danielsen, for our live lunch series on the RME Community Stage. Born and raised in the Midwestern Quad-Cities, Jordan has built his reputation as being a…

RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
May 15, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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RME has grown into one of the QC’s favorite open mic nights since we first opened our doors back in 2004, and the tradition continues with a new and improved…
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
The Visual Universe of James Rosenquist Lecture
The Visual Universe of James Rosenquist Lecture
May 16, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Craig Adcock received B.F.A. and M.A. degrees from the University of Colorado and a Ph.D. from Cornell University. He specializes in 20th- century American and European art, but has taught…

Watercolor Class
Watercolor Class
May 16, 2013 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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All levels

Art Talk: American POP Art!
Art Talk: American POP Art!
May 16, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Explore the newly installed exhibition American POP Art! and stick around for a gallery talk that focuses on the artwork and artists involved.

Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
May 16, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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It’s free to play, you can bring a team with as few or many players as you choose, and top 3 teams win $50, $20, and $10 in house cash.
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Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Live Lunch with Rose N’ Thorns
Live Lunch with Rose N’ Thorns
May 17, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Catch RME’s live lunch series featuring Rose n Thorns on the RME Community Stage. What started as a laid back trio of acoustic pop has grown into a six piece…

Metro Mini Makers of the Quad Cities 29th Annual Sale & Exhibit of Dollhouse Miniatures
Metro Mini Makers of the Quad Cities 29th Annual Sale & Exhibit of Dollhouse Miniatures
May 17, 2013 4:00 pm – May 18, 2013 4:00 pm
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Show and Sale features beautiful miniatures including room boxes, special containers, the yearly club project and dollhouses in 1′, 1/2′ and 1/4′ scale.  Salesroom will feature over 20 dealers from…

Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
May 17, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Join The Woodrow Wilson and John Deere Middle Schools for a free performance on the RME Community Stage. Both schools have an active Jazz program and perform regularly in school…
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Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Woodrow Wilson & John Deere Middle Schools Jazz Bands
Metro Mini Makers of the Quad Cities 29th Annual Sale & Exhibit of Dollhouse Miniatures
Metro Mini Makers of the Quad Cities 29th Annual Sale & Exhibit of Dollhouse Miniatures
May 17, 2013 4:00 pm – May 18, 2013 4:00 pm
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Show and Sale features beautiful miniatures including room boxes, special containers, the yearly club project and dollhouses in 1′, 1/2′ and 1/4′ scale.  Salesroom will feature over 20 dealers from…

Japanese Brush Writing & Calligraphy Class
Japanese Brush Writing & Calligraphy Class
May 18, 2013 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Bring a sack lunch.

Live Lunch with John McLaughlin
Live Lunch with John McLaughlin
May 18, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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Join local musician, John McLaughlin, for our live lunch series on the RME Community Stage. Performing a variety of covers from Coldplay, Oasis to Neil Young, John’s music will entertain…

Nate Gordon
Nate Gordon
May 18, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Nate Gordon is a blues and indie-folk singer from the “heck yes, midwest” lands of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin, having made a name for himself playing various local coffee houses,…

River City 6
River City 6
May 18, 2013 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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The 6 will have your toes tapping and your hips a shaking Dance the night away to the sounds of this talented local swing band

Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
May 18, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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The Davenport Freight House Farmers’ Market is located along the scenic Mississippi Riverfront, anchored by the historic Freight House Building in lovely Downtown Davenport, Iowa. Over 100 creative and talented…
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Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Reception
Young Artists at the Figge: Pleasant Valley Reception
May 19, 2013 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
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Please join us for the Pleasant Valley Community School District’s Young Artist’s at the Figge reception. Sponsors for this event: Doug and Deb Roberts

Tour: American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection
Tour: American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection
May 19, 2013 1:30 pm – 8:00 pm
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Docent let tour of American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection.

History of German Optics & Cameras
History of German Optics & Cameras
May 19, 2013 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Featuring Zeiss and Leicia Presentation by Terry Mahon

Third Sunday Jazz Presents Bill Bell
Third Sunday Jazz Presents Bill Bell
May 19, 2013 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
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Polyrhythms Third Sunday Jazz Workshop & Matinee Series presents a performance with Quad City Legend, Bill Bell, in the Redstone Room. Raised in a musical family in East Moline, Illinois, pianist…

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
May 19, 2013 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
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SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT BIX BISTRO W/ THE JOSH DUFFY BAND Welcome to our weekly jazz brunch at Bix Bistro. Enjoy unlimited complimentary mimosas or bloody mary’s. Adults: $17.95 Age 12 and under: $8.95 We will…
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Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
America’s Music Series: Swing Jazz
America’s Music Series: Swing Jazz
May 21, 2013 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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The Bettendorf, Davenport, Moline, and Rock Island Public Libraries have been awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities grant to present the program America’s Music: A Film History of Our…

Quad City Kix Band
Quad City Kix Band
May 21, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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The Quad-Cities KIX Orchestra is a non-professional, non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of big band music. Formed in 1993 by Steve Little of Port Byron, to give local musicians…

Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
May 21, 2013 9:00 pm – 11:55 pm
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Every Tuesday night starting at 9pm. A basic mic and amp-set up provided. It’s free to listen or to play.
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
May 22, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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RME has grown into one of the QC’s favorite open mic nights since we first opened our doors back in 2004, and the tradition continues with a new and improved…
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
Cooking Class and Dinner
Cooking Class and Dinner
May 23, 2013 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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Heart of America features Figge executive chef Dave Mickelwright in the Figge Art Museum’s Riverview Dining Room. Learn, taste and enjoy during this cooking class and dinner hosted by Chef…

Watercolor Class
Watercolor Class
May 23, 2013 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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All levels

Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
May 23, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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It’s free to play, you can bring a team with as few or many players as you choose, and top 3 teams win $50, $20, and $10 in house cash.
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Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Live Lunch with Lewis Knudsen
Live Lunch with Lewis Knudsen
May 24, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Lewis Knudsen
Join Rock Island native, Lewis Knudsen, for live lunch on the RME Community Stage. After spending two years in Korea teaching English and studying Korean, Lewis also thinks of music…

Mike Cochrane
Mike Cochrane
May 24, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Join local musician, Mike Cochrane, for a free performance on RME Community Stage. Mike performs everything from classic soft rock from the 60′s to the present. find out more…

Adam Beck
Adam Beck
May 24, 2013 8:00 pm
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Solo performer with a voice that will blow you away Singing hits from such bands as Journey, you won’t believe it’s live music Performance is free
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Adam Beck
Adam Beck
Adam Beck
Adam Beck
Adam Beck
Live Lunch with Rachael Schuldt
Live Lunch with Rachael Schuldt
May 25, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Live Lunch
Join Rachael Schuldt for a free live lunch performance on the RME Community Stage. Rachel is a classically trained cellist with an extensive background in contemporary and jazz improvisation. She…

The Waffle Stompers with Fairhaven, Must Build Jacuzzi, and The Suites
The Waffle Stompers with Fairhaven, Must Build Jacuzzi, and The Suites
May 25, 2013 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Don’t miss The Waffle Stompers with Fairhaven, Must Build Jacuzzi, and The Suites for a ska show in the Redstone Room. Post-Ska band The Waffle Stompers comes from the New Jersey music scene with the intent to…

Dead Leaves
Dead Leaves
May 25, 2013 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
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Dead Leaves is the new project by singer/songwriter Travis Egnor. Listening to this self-titled offering, you’ll quickly notice that flavors of Neil Young, Tom Petty, and Bob Dylan are immediately…

Freight House Farmers Market
Freight House Farmers Market
May 25, 2013 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
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The Davenport Freight House Farmers’ Market is located along the scenic Mississippi Riverfront, anchored by the historic Freight House Building in lovely Downtown Davenport, Iowa. Over 100 creative and talented…

Community Drum Circle
Community Drum Circle
May 25, 2013 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
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Join Terry Hanson and area percussionists for a Drum Circle of improvised rhythms on the last Saturday of each month at 10:30am on the RME Community Stage. Some instruments provided,…
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Community Drum Circle
Community Drum Circle
Community Drum Circle
German Wedding Traditions
German Wedding Traditions
May 26, 2013 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
German American Heritage Center
with Kathi Hofmann

Chief Keef Concert
Chief Keef Concert
May 26, 2013 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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Chicago Rapper, Chief Keef takes the stage at the RiverCenter with opening acts King Louie and Lil Durk.

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
May 26, 2013 10:30 am – 2:00 pm
Bix Bistro
SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT BIX BISTRO W/ THE JOSH DUFFY BAND Welcome to our weekly jazz brunch at Bix Bistro. Enjoy unlimited complimentary mimosas or bloody mary’s. Adults: $17.95 Age 12 and under: $8.95 We will…
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Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro
Mandolin Junction
Mandolin Junction
May 28, 2013 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Join hosts Michael Romkey, Randy Brown, and Bob Rosenstie for our monthly program Mandolin Junction on the RME Community Stage. Mandolin Junction is a friendly, free open jam aimed at…

Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
May 28, 2013 9:00 pm – 11:55 pm
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Every Tuesday night starting at 9pm. A basic mic and amp-set up provided. It’s free to listen or to play.
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Brady Street Pub Jam Sessions
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
May 29, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
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RME has grown into one of the QC’s favorite open mic nights since we first opened our doors back in 2004, and the tradition continues with a new and improved…
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RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
RME Open Mic & Jam
Project Greenspace: Street Art on the Plaze
Project Greenspace: Street Art on the Plaze
May 30, 2013 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Come down to see the Figge’s Plaza space transformed into a green space for this exciting evening of outdoor art, food and fun! Project Greenspace begins at 5 pm, but be sure to…

Watercolor Class
Watercolor Class
May 30, 2013 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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All levels

Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
May 30, 2013 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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It’s free to play, you can bring a team with as few or many players as you choose, and top 3 teams win $50, $20, and $10 in house cash.
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Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Brady Street Pub Trivia Thursdays
Blue Bird with Esme Alexis
Blue Bird with Esme Alexis
May 31, 2013 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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Bluebirds are symbolic of rebirth and second chances,” says Marta Fiedler during the opening interview sequence of Blue Bird’s live video of the song “Perfect Day”, shot by stalwart Omaha…

Jake McVey
Jake McVey
May 31, 2013 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
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Within every musical soul, there’s always an inner battle between security and creativity. Newcomer Jake McVey made the decision to walk away from a lucrative business designing and building custom…

Bucktown Final Friday
Bucktown Final Friday
May 31, 2013 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Bucktown Center for the Arts
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