November 14-15 “La Serva Padrona” at Black Box Theatre

  Opera Quad Cities, in partnership with The Black Box Theatre, will present “La Serva Padrona,” a comic, light opera. on Thursday, November 14, and Friday, November 15, 2024.  Performances begin at 7:00 p.m., at The Black Box Theatre, 1623 5th Avenue, in downtown Moline, IL 61265.  Tickets are $20,

Concert Celebrates RiverChor November 17

  RiverChor Community Choir turns 20 this year, and you’re invited to celebrate with us!  Founded in 2004 by Rob and Thea Engelson with a group of dedicated Messiah Singers, the choir has grown to 50 members.  They hail from across the Gateway Area of Iowa and Illinois. On Sunday,

Where to Celebrate Hallowe’en in Morrison October 31

  The City of Morrison, IL, Trick or Treat hours will be 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 31, 2024.  Listed are 11 locations who welcome trick-or-treaters. Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office presents “Trunk or Treat” on October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00.  The location is the Law Enforcement Center

November 2 Clinton Symphony in Sterling

An individual adult ticket is $20.  Students are admitted free of charge, and an accompanying adult ticket is $10.  The Symphony’s season tickets are honored. The Symphony and Community State Bank have for several years offered a charter bus from Clinton, IA, through Fulton, and Morrison, IL, to the concert

November 2 Symphony in Sterling

  On Saturday, November 2, 2024, Clinton Symphony Orchestra will perform the second concert of its 71st Season, at 7:30 p.m., in Sterling High School’s Centennial Auditorium.  The location is 1608 Fourth Avenue, Sterling, IL. Featured music includes an Overture by Basque composer Juan Crisotomo de Arriaga; Mendelssohn’ The Fair

Timber Lake Playhouse Announces Cancellations

  Timber Lake Playhouse regrets to announce the cancellation of the screenings of “Halloweentown,” on Saturday, October 19, and “Polar Express,” on Saturday, December 21, 2024.  We appreciate your understanding and continued support, as we navigate these changes.  We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events! Despite these

Dial M for Murder October 18-November 2

  The Black Box Theatre again dips into the canon of writer Jeffrey Hatcher, with their new production of “Dial M for Murder.”  The theatre opened their doors with his “Murderers” and continues with his newest play, adapted from the classic thriller written by Frederick Knott.  The play was also

October 20 Our Place on the Freedom Trail

  The Fulton (Martin House) Museum will host its monthly program, on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.  This month’s program pertains to the “Underground Railroad” as it relates to the strategic role played by Clinton County, IA, and Whiteside County, IL, in the years prior to the Civil

Set Up a Trunk or Treat Display at Sheriff’s Office October 31

  Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office will host a Trunk or Treat event from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at the Law Enforcement Center, 400 N. Cherry Street, Morrison, IL. Please join us!  Bring a table or a trunk/container to decorate and candy or prepackaged treats to

Fall Festival at Heritage Canyon October 5

  Celebrate the autumnal shift at Heritage Canyon, 515 N. 4th Street, Fulton, IL, with the Early American Crafters and guest reenactors.  “Fall Festival” takes place on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Admission is by donation, to explore the grounds, buildings, and Petting Zoo.  Plan

Symphony Opens 71st Season on September 21

‘ Clinton Symphony Orchestra will open its 71st concert season at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, September 21, 2024, with a performance at Zion Lutheran Church, 439 Third Avenue South, in Clinton, IA.  Conductor and Music Director Brian Dollinger will begin his 18th year leading the orchestra. The concert is at Zion

Timber Lake Playhouse Seeking Executive Director

  After a successful 2024 summer season, Timber Lake Playhouse steps into a new era, with the departure of our long-time Executive Director Dan Danielowski.  [He] has been instrumental to the organization’s growth for over a decade….We are deeply appreciative of his leadership and dedication to Timber Lake Playhouse. We

Transcending Boundaries:  Adriana McBride’s Dual Art Collections

  Using nature as both muse and medium, rising artist and ecologist Adriana McBride utilizes her ecology background to sustainably hand-source the natural pigments used in her artwork.  In her latest exhibition, she captivates art enthusiasts with her dual collections, “West Coast Art Tour” and “Quad Cities.”  They are currently

September 14 Rock River Jazz Band “Thriller” Concert

  The last summer concert by the Rock River Jazz Band will perform a “Thriller” evening on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at RB&W Park in Rock Falls, IL.  The concert commences at 7:00 p.m., featuring a performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” around 7:30.  Individuals are invited to participate in our