2 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.

com

METRO ELECTRIC BUS | ZERO EMISSIONS

THE FUTURE
JUST ARRIVED.
RIGHT ON TIME.

Technology fuels life. Metro broke new ground 15 years ago with the introduction of clean-burning
compressed natural gas buses. Now once again, we’re on the leading edge of clean air science by being
the first transit system in the state with our new electric buses.

It’s the next evolution in reliable, responsible transit. So whether you ride transit or not...these buses
make life better for all of the Quad Cities.

www.metroqc.com

Our new electric buses will be powered by

Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
WORDS FROM THE EDITOR
Need to Knowtes: Privacy Piracy
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals
issued a landmark decision (Naperville
Smart Meter Awareness v. City of Naper-
ville) on behalf of all Americans by deter-
mining that the Fourth Amendment
protects smart-meter data collected by
energy companies from being searched
or seized by government without prob-
able cause and/or appropriate warrants.
The Fourth Amendment of the US
Constitution states: “The right of the
people to be secure in their persons,
houses, papers, and effects, against
unreasonable searches and seizures, shall
not be violated, and no Warrants shall
issue, but upon probable cause, supported
by Oath or affirmation, and particularly
describing the place to be searched, and
the persons or things to be seized.”
Article I, Section 6 of the Illinois State
Constitution more specifically states:
“the right to be secure in their persons,
houses, papers and other possessions
against unreasonable searches, seizures,
invasions of privacy or interceptions of
communication by eavesdropping devices
or other means.”
The Court held that because smart
meters collect energy-usage patterns
much more frequently than traditional
meters (at 15-minute intervals), such
data – called “load signatures” because
different appliances, lighting, televisions,
etc., all have their own energy patterns
or signatures – can tell a great deal about
people’s activities while inside their
homes, potentially violating privacy
rights if improperly accessed, especially
for prosecutorial purposes. Therefore any
attempts to access this data, must dem-
onstrate probable cause and/or require a
warrant (https://www.eff.org/document/
naperville-smart-meter-association-v-
naperville-seventh-circuit-decision).
According to Technocracy News,
nearly 40 percent of American homes
now have smart meters, with a prediction
that by 2020, that percentage will reach
80 percent (https://www.technocracy.
news/win-landmark-seventh-circuit-
decision-says-fourth-amendment-
applies-to-smart-meter-data).
Interestingly, the Seventh District
Court cited SCOTUS’ recent decision
in Carpenter v. United States, which
rejected the “third party doctrine”
commonly used by cell phone service
carriers, Internet Service Providers, and
too often law enforcement, to capture
and/or access unprecedented amounts of
personal data without due process.
The doctrine claims that users
surrender their expectation of privacy
in information by voluntarily sharing
it with a third party. Translation: while
accessing services via devices, the con-
nectivity is provided by third parties.
Therefore all data generated (coming
into and going out of) devices via said
connectivity essentially belongs to third-
party providers. This begs the question:
Why did this doctrine never apply to
land-line phone connectivity, even
though it, too, occurred via phone lines
provided by third-party providers?
Carpenter v. United States ruled
that law enforcement will now need to
show probable cause to secure a war-
rant before accessing Cell Site Location
The Fourth Amendment of the US Constitution states: “The right
of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and
effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be
violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause,
supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the
place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.”
Information (CSLI) from cell-service
carriers. Today, there are over 300,000
CSLIs (towers) nationwide, and in 2017
alone, law enforcement made 125,000
CSLI requests to AT&T and Verizon for
criminal investigation and prosecution
without warrants.
Hopefully, both of these this recent
rulings will open the door to revisit other
egregious court rulings that dismiss
these same Forth Amendment protec-
tions. In 1976, United States v. Miller
challenged government access to bank
records without a warrant – an arguably
unconstitutional authority provided for
in the Banking Secrecy Act, regardless
the third-party doctrine prevailed. Three
years later, the court cited United States
v. Miller to apply the same third-party-
doctrine rationale for its wrongheaded
ruling in Smith v. Maryland, claim-
ing cell-phone records (numbers and
texts) were also not protected by the
Fourth Amendment, so do not require a
warrant.
The consequences for these misguided
decisions is the creation of massive
surveillance dragnets by government.
The Treasury Department boasts that the
Banking Secrecy Act, coupled with these
unfortunate court rulings, has justified
the accumulation of over 190 million
records, with 30,000 searches per day,
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
including access to their reports by over
350 different agencies without warrants
(https://www.wired.com/story/supreme-
courts-cell-phone-tracking-case-could-
hurt-privacy).
When consumers first began using cell
phones two decades ago, the expecta-
tion of privacy was no different than that
of their land-line usage. Over time, as
technology allowed for ever-increasing
capture and retention of personal data
generated during use, there still existed
a sizable gap in consumer awareness of
just how excessive such data collection
had become. But even as the magnitude
of this intrusion emerges, consumers
provide their silent consent, continuing
to willingly surrender their privacy for
the ease, convenience, and accessibility
the technology provides.
Which essentially means they have not
reached their threshold of moral outrage
– yet.
A recent study by Vanderbilt Univer-
sity professor Douglas Schmidt exposes
a far greater degree of covert monitoring
and data mining by Google via Android’s
operating system – 50 times more per-
sonal data is exported back to Google,
during active usage and passive nonuse,
using Google Chrome than occurs using
Safari on iPhones, mostly unbeknownst
to users of these devices. And while
Google claims the information gathered
is anonymous, it doesn’t stay that way
for long as Google deploys sophisticated
methods to de-anonymize the data it
collects (https://digitalcontentnext.org/
wp-content/uploads/2018/08/DCN-
Google-Data-Collection-Paper.pdf).
The longterm ramifications of this
unfathomable amount of personal data
collection is beginning to wake and
shake consumers up, especially consider-
ing the lack of accountability the tech
giants enjoy. Algorithms that dictate
search results, shadow banning, and
targeting content for blatant censorship
not only violate individual rights under
the First and Fourth Amendments, but
3
By Kathleen McCarthy
violate the rules governing their opera-
tion as neutral platforms for dissemina-
tion of information, including exemption
from consumer lawsuits.
As digital technology gets more
sophisticated, the applications do, too.
Information can be highly selective in
ways that defy sensibilities. Combine
digital delivery systems (smart phones)
with behavior modification or “nudg-
ing” (defined in ex-President Barack
Obama’s September 15, 2015, executive
order “Using Behavioral Science Insights
To Better Serve The American People,”
establishing a behavioral science direc-
tive inside every executive agency to
favorably influence public opinion
relative to federal programming and
“nudging” approval/acceptance) and
suddenly our collective dependence on
smart phones isn’t so easily dismissed
(https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/
the-press-office/2015/09/15/executive-
order-using-behavioral-science-insights-
better-serve-american).
As Robert Epstein, research psycholo-
gist at the American Institute of Behav-
ioral Research accurately observed in a
recent interview about tech giants: “Con-
tent no longer matters, only the filtering
and ordering of content matters.”
Perhaps a case could be made for tech
giants’ violation of anti-trust laws to
potentially derail their increasing control
over personal information. When pur-
chasing an Android device, there is no
option other than Android’s Google-cen-
tric connectivity for Androids’s basic on-
board apps, which can’t be easily deleted,
if at all, and third-party apps that sync
with Google in their operation. This lack
of choice is arguably monopolistic, or
at least oligopolistic, because the only
comparable competitor is iPhone, which
engages in the same privacy piracy, just
not as severely … that is, if you’re count-
ing gigabytes.
These regular intervals of active and
passive covert sweeping of personal data
by Google resident on the device, as well
as through synched Android apps, is a
serious breach of privacy. It’s pretty safe
to bet that users aren’t consenting to this
magnitude of piracy of their privacy.
But then again, as the breaches surface,
you don’t find many smart phones in the
trashcan. Never underestimate people’s
willingness to look the other way if it
interferes with their comfort zone. That
nugget of truth has likely been affirmed
in stone via some algorithm.
 4 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
ILLINOIS POLITICS
Pritzker Smiles While Rauner Attacks
I
f you were wondering whether the latest
NBC/Marist poll showing Governor Bruce
Rauner trailing JB Pritzker by 16 points
was enough to take the wind out of the
incumbent, you only had to look to an event
last week for an answer.
Rauner, along with other major statewide
candidates, spoke to the Illinois Agricultural
Legislative Roundtable near Normal. It’s a
rite of passage for statewide hopefuls. They
speak and take questions under a large,
open-sided tent next to a corn field. The
event is not easy to get to and even more
difficult to endure because the August heat is
rarely kind.
But the context and conditions didn’t
seem to faze Rauner. “Everything is on the
line in this election,” he told attendees. And
as he has for months on end, Rauner warned
of JB Pritzker’s ties to Chicago’s “corruption”
and Speaker Madigan, which are basically
two sides of the same coin to this governor. It
was as clear as ever that he truly believes this
stuff. He’s the good guy on the white horse
(or motorcycle, if you prefer) who was born
to save the state from the “evil” machine.
Rauner also unveiled a new TV ad last
week with the tag line: “JB Pritzker and Mike
Madigan. Higher taxes. More Corruption.”
BUY ANY
KING
SANDWICH
Y EA
He may very well go down in flames this
November, but he and his people have long
made it clear that Pritzker’s win won’t come
without a steep price. He appears ready to
battle all the way through, even if he isn’t
thrilled about the billionaire Pritzker’s abil-
ity to outspend him.
Rauner admitted during the Illinois State
Fair that Pritzker is out-spending him three
to one. The dollar margin may narrow a bit,
but I doubt that the overall gap will ever be
closed. He’ll have to make up for the cash
disadvantage by going over the top with his
negative attacks.
Rauner’s tenure as governor and the
national political climate have combined
to just about destroy his reputation (his
unfavorable rating is twice as high as his
favorable rating in that NBC/Marist poll). It’s
far too late and the national headwinds are
far too strong to totally rehabilitate his image
with the general public. So Rauner’s best
path to victory appears to be to drag Pritzker
down as far as he possibly can.
By contrast, “this guy Pritzker,” as the
governor likes to refer to him, came across
last week as a happy warrior when it was his
turn to speak. Few in that heavily Republi-
can Farm Bureau audience will be voting for
T Y FI V
OR
F
!
MM
RS
OF
M
YU
him come November, but he didn’t behave
as if he was in hostile territory. The man has
skills.
In person, Pritzker comes across as
genuine and accessible, two traits you don’t
usually associate with billionaires who are
allegedly tied at the hip to a corrupt political
machine. He just doesn’t match up with the
governor’s negative hype.
He parried Rauner’s attacks with a believ-
able smile and got in some solid jabs of his
own as he recounted pieces of the now-
familiar story of the years-long governmen-
tal impasse. He admitted his ignorance on
certain topics instead of trying to bluff his
way through and promised to listen and
learn, which are not things the governor does
on a regular basis.
One concern I’ve heard since the last poll
came out is about voter complacency. If the
polling continues to show large Pritzker
leads, will his campaign lay back and will
Democratic voters stay home?
I don’t think the campaign will let up.
To illustrate my point, Pritzker’s campaign
manager tweeted in all caps the night the
NBC/Marist poll was published: “DON’T
GET COMPLACENT, PEOPLE.” And in a
year like this, defined mainly by opposition
CHEDDAR
FRIES
*One $.45 order of cheddar fries per visit. Expires 9-30-18. Valid at
any location. Not valid with any other offers. No coupon necessary.
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
By Rich Miller
CapitolFax.com
to what’s happening in and around the
White House, people are probably gonna
vote no matter what. Things can always
change, but this trend shows no signs of
abating soon.
Pritzker’s candidacy is basically billed as
the antidote to Raunerism and a protective
wall against President Trump. And that’s not
a bad idea when every poll including this last
one has Rauner doing worse than Trump.
But a win also has to have some meaning
outside of “I’m not him.” If he does win, he’ll
have to govern.
Pritzker has to show legislators that he
took some risks with policy ideas so that
they will, too. Otherwise, they’ll behave in
Springfield next year the way he’s been on
the campaign trail this year and stick to only
poll-tested ideas that won’t rock the boat.
Rich Miller also publishes Capitol Fax, a daily
political newsletter, and CapitolFax.com.
New Column Published
Weekly at rcreader.com
GET
for
45¢
*
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 5
THEATRE By Mark Ruebling

Calls of the Wild: Dead Man’s Cell Phone, at the

Vol. 25 · No. 953
QC Theatre Workshop through September 9
“W
hen something rings, you
SEPTEMBER 2018 have to answer it. Don’t you?”
pleads Jean (Jessica Taylor),
River Cities’ Reader the mousy, bespectacled protagonist
532 W. 3rd St. of the QC Theatre Workshop’s wildly
Davenport IA 52801 imaginative production of Dead Man’s
RiverCitiesReader.com Cell Phone. This Sarah Ruhl play serves as
(563)324-0049 (phone) a commentary on how modern technol-
(563)323-3101 (fax)
info@rcreader.com
ogy both isolates us and connects us. Or
at least, that’s what Wikipedia would like
Publishing Since 1993 us to believe … .
The River Cities’Reader is an independently owned publication and
website, dedicated to providing readers and members the “keys to the Immediately upon entering the theatre
Quad Cities’culture.” on August 25, I was struck by a slight
NOW PRINTED MONTHLY feeling of vertigo in director Thomas
Newly printed complimentary editions are available monthly Alan Taylor’s unique seating/staging
at select locations in the region. For a complete list, visit arrangement. Multi-level diagonal plat-
www.rcreader.com/distribution.
forms jutted out from the right side of the
VALUE FOR VALUE stage, while the main seating platform
Support the Reader print edition with an online membership for
$4.99/month or $50/year. Includes all access to digital only weekly
was placed at a 45-degree angle from the Jessica Taylor, Josh Kahn, and Susan Perrin-Sallak in Dead Man’s Cell Phone
coverage of What’s Happenin’ staff picks; new weekly columns stage, with additional seating both facing
from Rich Miller, Amy Alkon, movie and theatre reviews, guest the stage and at a right angle to it – giving on-stage dry heaves I’ve ever heard. me reaching for my chest to double-check
commentaries, crosswords, cartoons and horoscopes; weekly
e-newsletters; continually updated event and live music calendars; the entire production a surreal feel and Meanwhile, Harriet’s younger and my own ticker. As it turns out, Gordon is
all event descriptions, venue and ticket info, maps and notification allowing for more visually stimulating much less important son Dwight – at one not exactly the angel that Jean imagined
services from the Reader Calendar; and the satisfaction from
supporting a key to the Quad Cities’ culture! staging. point, his mother had to be reminded him to be, and his juicy rationalization
Dead Man’s Cell Phone opens in a small that she hadn’t lost her only son – takes for the business he was involved in was
PRINT & DIGITAL ADVERTISING: café with Jean – picture Zooey Deschanel an immediate interest in Jean, especially delivered with the same aplomb and
PRINT ADVERTISING SPACE RESERVATION DEADLINE IS THE 15TH
OF EACH MONTH FOR THE FOLLOWING MONTH’S EDITION. in New Girl, only drabber – and Gordon after the amiable, eager-to-please young arrogance as that of a pharmaceutical
WEBSITE & WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING DEADLINE IS (Reader employee Mike Schulz) sitting at man finds out that they share a passion company CEO explaining the doubling
EVERY MONDAY FOR THURSDAY PLACEMENTS. opposite ends of the room. After asking for embossed stationery (Yes. Embossed of a drug price. (Alexander Richardson’s
Visit QCAdvertising.com for full publishing calendar, several times for Gordon to answer his stationery.). lighting was especially effective during
monthly edition themes, sponsorship opportunities,
sizes and pricing. constantly ringing phone, Jean hesitantly During the course of the perfor- Gordon’s monologue, punctuating the
decides to answer it for him, not realiz- mance, Taylor’s Jean evolves from merely simple blocking with single pools of
PUBLISHER ing, until after taking a message, that he’s comforting Gordon’s loved ones – doing light.)
Todd McGreevy • todd@admospheres.com
no longer among the living. She feels a so through acts that include bring- As for ensemble members Abbie Car-
EDITOR & BUSINESS MANAGER sudden compassion for the man, decides ing inappropriate gifts and making penter and Jake Pecaut, they were more
Kathleen McCarthy • km@rcreader.com to keep his cell, and prays for the strength up imaginary love letters – to righting than just stagehands silently placing and
ARTS & CALENDAR EDITOR to comfort his loved ones and help keep Gordon’s wrongs, culminating in a craft- striking set pieces and props in director
Mike Schulz • mike@rcreader.com his memory alive. ily choreographed fight scene between Taylor’s production, often reacting to
Susan Perrin-Sallak portrays Gordon’s Jean and the physically imposing Other cast members or, in one case, donning a
GRAPHICS & AD COORDINATING
Nathan Klaus • nathan@rcreader.com
mother Harriet Gottlieb with a WASP- Woman (Antoinette Holman-Nebinger). spy’s trench coat and sunglasses to mimic
ish, condescending superiority even With gleeful sassiness, Holman-Nebinger Jean’s appearance and her role in a scene
DISTRIBUTION & OFFICE MANAGER while deeply mourning her loss. During dominated the stage in her scenes, all the change. Plus, they handled the confetti.
Peggy Barnard • peggy@rcreader.com Gordon’s eulogy, she can’t help but com- while staring at Jean in much the same Oh, the confetti … .
IT-SYSMIN plain about people who answer the phone way a chicken hawk might eye a field In the end, perhaps the Workshop’s
William Reveal while quietly urinating, and after Harriet mouse as a potential after-dinner snack. latest isn’t so much about whether tech-
ADVERTISING SALES realizes that Jean has her son’s phone, From the onset of Dead Man’s Cell nology separates or unites us as much as
Michael Locander • sales@rcreader.com she invites her to dinner in the hopes of Phone, composer Micah Bernas’ original it’s about kindness and the importance
finding out the connection between Jean score beautifully enhanced the varying of grabbing onto love with both hands
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS and her son. moods throughout. In the first scene, for and hanging on as if your life depended
Amy Alkon, Rochelle Arnold, Jeff Ashcraft, Rob Brezsny,
Max Cannon, Madeline Dudziak, Michael Helke, My favorite entrance of the night had example, Bernas alternated the Muzak of on it. But don’t take my word for it. With
Rich Miller, Mark Ruebling to be the one in which Dwight (Joshua a small café with the annoying, jarring its exceptional cast and smart direction,
PRINT COPY DISTRIBUTORS Kahn) stumbled, struggling, onto the tones of an unanswered cell phone to Dead Man’s Cell Phone is a call you’ll
Ingalls Family, Cheri DeLay, Greg FitzPatrick, stage with three dining room chairs, comic effect. Later, a simple and elegant want to take for yourself.
N. A. Rice, Jay Strickland
eventually setting them for the dinner ascending progression that framed a

KNOW MORE. with Harriet, Jean, and Gordon’s widow

Hermia (Maggie Woolley). A not-so-
blossoming love suddenly switched to
ominous overtones as Gordon silently
Dead Man’s Cell Phone runs at the QC
Theatre Workshop (1730 Wilkes Avenue,

DO MORE. grieving widow, Woolley’s Hermia

radiates sensual tension, and later, during
© 2018 River Cities’ Reader a drunken confession, reveals her sexual
fantasies to a visibly uncomfortable Jean,
punctuating it with one of the funniest
entered to close the first act.
The dead man opened the second act
Davenport) through September 9, and
more information and tickets are avail-
with an account of his last day on earth, able by calling (563)823-8893 or visiting
including a very physical description of QCTheatreWorkshop.org.
the widow-maker heart attack that had
 6 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
MORE THAN 400 FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS IN THE KWQC FAMILY FUN GUIDE STARTING ON PAGE 34
FESTIVALS & MAJOR EVENTS: Page 6
VISUAL ARTS Page 6
MUSIC Page 11
LITERARY ARTS Page 17
FESTIVALS & MAJOR
EVENTS
August & September
Marvel Universe Live: Age of Heroes, this all-new
show unites Spider-Man, the Avengers,… TaxSlayer
Center, 7pm Fri Aug 31 thru Sun Sep 2
Beaux Arts Fair, annual outdoor celebration of fine art
and crafts, featuring vendors, live music, food, children’s
activities, and more; Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm;
free; for information, e-mail BeauxArtsFair@gmail.
com, Figge Art Museum Plaza, 225 West Second St.,
Davenport IA, BeauxArtsFair.com, Sat Sep 8 and Sun
Sep 9
Riverssance Festival of Fine Art, 31st-annual
showcase of works by more than 100 artists from
throughout North America, featuring a children’s art
tent, wine tasting, gourmet food, and live regional music
booked by the River Music Experience; Sat. 10am-5pm,
Sun. 10am-4pm; for information, call 563-424-1210,
Lindsay Park, River Drive and Mound Street, Davenport
IA, MidCoast.org, 10am Sat Sep 15 and Sun Sep 16
Paris En Pointe, Ballet Quad Cities and the St. Ambrose
Music Department partner… Galvin Fine Arts Center, Sat
Sep 15 and Sun Sep 1
Something Rotten!, Tony-winning Elizabethan
musical comedy presented in the Broadway at the
Adler series; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, and for more
information, call 563-326-8522, Adler Theatre, 136 E.
Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat
Sep 22
Quad City Arts Visiting Artists Raj and Bacon @ Baked Beer and Bread Co. – September 20
2018 FALL CALENDAR
THEATRE Page 20
DANCE Page 22
COMEDY Page 22
MUSEUMS Page 24
Quad Cities Marathon, annual 26.2-mile marathon
covering five races, four cities, three bridges,… TaxSlayer
Center, 7am Sun Sep 23
All Senses Festival 2018, held at the Figge Art
Museum, RIBCO, and Rozz-Tox… Tue Sep 25 thru Sun
Sep 30
October
Primus, concert with the Grammy-nominated
experimental rockers; $25-59.50; for tickets, call 800-
745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport IA,
AdlerTheatre.com, 8pm Wed Oct 3
French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950, the
exhibition celebrates Sendak’s career, including original
illustrations as well as drawings made for friends and
fans featuring characters from “Where the Wild Things
Are,””Little Bear,” and “In the Night Kitchen,” among
other books; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm,
Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for
information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Tue Oct
9 thru Thu Nov 29
Rodney Carrington, an evening with the comedian,
actor, and writer who has recorded eight major record
label comedy albums selling over 3 million copies;
$44.75-179.75; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler
Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com,
7pm Fri Oct 12
Alabama, concert with the chart-topping country
musicians; $35-125; for tickets, call… TaxSlayer Center,
8pm Sat Oct 13
The Drifters - Cornell Gunter’s Coasters - The
Platters, three Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends,
with more than 94 charted records and 45 top 10 hits
MOVIES Page 25
SPORTS Page 25
OTHER EVENTS Page 28
LECTURES Page 30
combined, on the same stage for one night only; $42-62;
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third
St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat Oct 20
Ray LaMontagne, concert with the Grammy-
nominated folk singer/songwriter on his “Just Passing
Through” acoustic tour; $39.50-79.50; for tickets, call
800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport
IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Wed Oct 24
Craig Ferguson, an evening with the Grammy-
nominated, Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning
comedian, Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 7077
Elmore Ave., Davenport IA, RhythmCityCasino.com, 8pm
Fri Oct 26
Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience, TV’s “Long
Island Medium” will share personal stories about her
life… TaxSlayer Center, 7:30pm Sat Oct 27
Straight No Chaser, performance with the touring a
cappella group presented in the Broadway at the Adler
series; $35-55; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, and for more
information, call 563-326-8522, Adler Theatre, 136 E.
Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat
Oct 27
November
Bill Gaither & Gaither Vocal Band, an evening of
gospel music, laughter, and encouragement with the
multiple Grammy winner and his ensemble; $26.50-
72.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136
E. Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 6pm Sat
Nov 10
The Cranjis McBasketball World Tour, an
evening with the New York-based comedy troupe The
Tenderloins,… TaxSlayer Center, 7:30pm Mon Nov 19
Kwik Star Festival of Trees, annual Quad City Arts
fundraiser featuring more… Davenport RiverCenter, Sat
Nov 17 thru Sun Nov 25
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in
Concert, at 2 & 7:30pm; these Quad City Symphony
Orchestra concerts feature “Harry Potter & the Chamber
of Secrets” in high-definition while a live orchestra
performs John Williams’ otherworldly score; for tickets
and information, call 563-322-7276, Adler Theatre, 136 E.
Third St., Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 7:30pm Sat Nov 17
VISUAL ARTS
Openings & Gallery Events
August & September
Panel Discussion: Remembering John and Isabel
Bloom, executive Director Tim Schiffer will introduce
the exhibition “John Bloom: Close to Home” and lead a
panel discussion with community artists about the work
and lives of John and Isabel Bloom; free; for information,
call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6:30pm Thu Aug
30
Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities,
discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; guests
are invited to experience the current exhibitions
and permanent collection gallery as well as shop the
Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
COURSES Page 32
MEETINGS Page 32
HEALTH Page 32
SENIORS Page 33
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Aug 30
Final Friday at Bucktown, monthly gallery events,
demonstrations, and more; for information, call 563-424-
1210… Bucktown Center for the Arts, 6pm Fri Aug 31
Free Admission to the Grant Wood Studio, on
Saturdays and Sundays thru Dec. 31; admission to the…
Grant Wood Studio, noon Sat Sep 1 thru Sun Sep 30
Free Senior Day, with a 1:30pm Gallery Tour and a
2:30pm film; seniors also get 10% off in the Museum
Store and Figge Cafe; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Thu Sep 6
Living Proof Exhibition Opening & Reception,
held in conjunction with the exhibit that features
more than 50 pieces of art created by cancer survivors
in the tri-State area; 5:30pm reception, 6:30pm
exhibit opening; for information, call 563-326-7804,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm Thu Sep 6
Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities,
discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; guests
are invited to experience the current exhibitions
and permanent collection gallery as well as shop the
Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Sep 6 thru Thu Sep 27
Beaux Arts Fair, annual outdoor celebration of fine art
and crafts, featuring vendors, live music, food, children’s
activities, and more; Sat. 10am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm;
free; for information, e-mail BeauxArtsFair@gmail.
com, Figge Art Museum Plaza, 225 West Second St.,
Davenport IA, BeauxArtsFair.com, Sat Sep 8 and Sun
Sep 9
Rock Island Artists’ Market, the parking lot will be
filled with local art, hand-crafted… Skeleton Key Art and
Antiques, noon Sat Sep 8
Morrissey Gallery Q&A: Flourishing Habits, held
in conjunction with the exhibit of works by artists…
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose
University, 4pm Wed Sep 12
Morrissey Gallery Reception: Flourishing Habits,
held in conjunction with the exhibit of works by artists…
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose
University, 5pm Wed Sep 12
Teacher Appreciation Open House, the Figge
welcomes all educators from the area; for information,
call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 3:30pm Thu Sep 13
Good Makers Market, held at the Cedar County Fair,
1195 210th Tipton, Iowa… Downtown Tipton, Fri Sep 14
and Sat Sep 15
Riverssance Festival of Fine Art, 31st-annual
showcase of works by more than 100 artists from
throughout North America, featuring a children’s art
tent, wine tasting, gourmet food, and live regional music
booked by the River Music Experience; Sat. 10am-5pm,
Sun. 10am-4pm; for information, call 563-424-1210,
Lindsay Park, River Drive and Mound Street, Davenport
IA, MidCoast.org, 10am Sat Sep 15 and Sun Sep 16
SEW Much Fun: Table Runner, a do-it-yourself
sewing craft; limited registration due to sewing machine
availability; free; for information, call 309-732-7302, Rock
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Thu Sep
20
2018 Great River Quilt Show, sponsored by
the Mississippi Valley Quilters… Mississippi Valley
Fairgrounds, 9am Fri Sep 21 and Sat Sep 22
Catich Gallery Q&A: Destroyed Cities and Sinking
Ships, held in conjunction with the exhibit of works by
Anita Jung and Yannick Meurice; free; for information,
contact Christopher Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@
sau.edu, Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University, 2101
Gaines St., Davenport IA, SAU.edu/art/catich-gallery,
4pm Thu Sep 27
Catich Gallery Reception: Destroyed Cities and
Sinking Ships, held in conjunction with the exhibit
of works by Anita Jung and Yannick Meurice; free; for
information, contact Christopher Reno at 563-333-
6444 or Catich@sau.edu, Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose
University, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport IA, SAU.edu/art/
catich-gallery, 5pm Thu Sep 27
Final Friday at Bucktown, monthly gallery events,
demonstrations, and more; for information, call 563-424-
1210… Bucktown Center for the Arts, 6pm Fri Sep 28
October
Artist Roundtable for for Five Alumni: Continuing
to Create, held in conjunction with the exhibit of works
by Augustana alumni Audrey Brown (‘92), Mark Hansen
(‘00), justin carl hurty (‘05,) Drew Starenko (‘83), and John
Vande Walle (‘06.); 6:30pm reception, 7pm roundtable;
free; for information, call 309-794-7469, Augustana
College Teaching Museum of Art, 3703 7th Ave., Rock
Island IL, Augustana.edu/artmuseum, 7pm Mon Oct 1
Artist Reception: Dr. Portmantheau’s Galorium
Emporium, held in conjunction with the exhibit
of collaborative mixed media… Black Hawk College
ArtSpace Gallery, 4pm Tue Oct 2
Free Senior Day, with a 1:30pm Gallery Tour and a
2:30pm film; seniors also get 10% off in the Museum
Store and Figge Cafe; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Thu Oct 4
Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities,
discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; guests
are invited to experience the current exhibitions
and permanent collection gallery as well as shop the
Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Oct 4 thru Thu Oct 25
Free Admission to the Grant Wood Studio, on
Saturdays and Sundays thru Dec. 31; admission to the…
Grant Wood Studio, noon Sat Oct 6 thru Sun Oct 28
Morrissey Gallery Q&A: Paul Lange, Drawing for
Inspiration, free; for information, contact Christopher
Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@sau.edu… Morrissey
Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University,
4pm Wed Oct 10
Morrissey Gallery Reception: Paul Lange,
Drawing for Inspiration, free; for information, contact
Christopher Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@sau.edu…
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose
University, 5pm Wed Oct 10
SEW Much Fun: Tablet Case, a do-it-yourself sewing
craft; limited registration due to sewing machine
availability; free; for information, call 309-732-7302, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Thu Oct 11
Rock Island Artists’ Market, the parking lot will be
filled with local art, hand-crafted… Skeleton Key Art and
Antiques, noon Sat Oct 13
DIY Pet Toy Craft, attendees will use up-cycled
materials to create fun and unique toys for pets;
participants will also have the opportunity to make
toys to donate to the Quad City Animal Welfare Center
in Milan; free; for information, call 309-732-7323,
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010
Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
2pm Thu Oct 18
Opening Reception: Filley & Terry, gallery show
opening featuring paintings and photography; free; for
information,… Quad City Arts Center, 7pm Fri Oct 19
Mamma Mia! @ Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse – through September 15
Craft Café, adults are invited to join us at the library
for… Fairmount Street Library, 2pm Sat Oct 20
Rock Island to Concareneau: Midwest Women
Moderns in Brittany, in conjunction with the Figge
Art Museum exhibit “French Moderns: Monet to Matisse,
1850-1950,” learn about Quad City artists studying at
French art colonies in the modern era; art historian
Cynthia Wiedemann Empen, Ph.D, will speak about early
modern women artists who were drawn to French art
colonies for training and inspirationfree; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 6pm Wed Oct 24
Meditation and Creative Painting with Dana
Keaton, held in conjunction with the “Living Proof”
exhibit that features more than 50 pieces of art
created by cancer survivors in the tri-state area; for
information, e-mail livingproofexhibit@gmail.com,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
LivingProofExhibit.org, 6pm Thu Oct 25
Final Friday at Bucktown, monthly gallery events,
demonstrations, and more; for information, call 563-424-
1210… Bucktown Center for the Arts, 6pm Fri Oct 26
November
Catich Gallery Q&A: 42,000 Years on the Same
Block, held in conjunction with the exhibit of pictures by
Marty Harris; free; for information, contact Christopher
Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@sau.edu, Catich Gallery
- St. Ambrose University, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport IA,
SAU.edu/art/catich-gallery, 4pm Thu Nov 1
Catich Gallery Reception: 42,000 Years on the
Same Block, held in conjunction with the exhibit of
pictures by Marty Harris; free; for information, contact
Christopher Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@sau.edu,
Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University, 2101 Gaines St.,
Davenport IA, SAU.edu/art/catich-gallery, 5pm Thu
Nov 1
Free Senior Day, with a 1:30pm Gallery Tour and a
2:30pm film; seniors also get 10% off in the Museum
Store and Figge Cafe; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1:30pm Thu Nov 1
Thursdays at the Figge, art-themed activities,
discussions, tours, refreshments, and more; guests
are invited to experience the current exhibitions
and permanent collection gallery as well as shop the
Museum Store; free; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5pm Thu Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 29
Free Admission to the Grant Wood Studio, on
Saturdays and Sundays thru Dec. 31; admission to the…
Grant Wood Studio, noon Sat Nov 3 thru Sun Nov 25
Artist Reception: Recent Works by Jason
Frank and David Zahn: Drawings & Ceramics,
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
held in conjunction with the new exhibit; free; for
information,… Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery,
4pm Tue Nov 6
SEW Much Fun: Business Card Holder, a do-it-
yourself sewing craft; limited registration due to sewing
machine availability; free; for information, call 309-732-
7302, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401
19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm
Thu Nov 8
Craft Café, adults are invited to join us at the library
for… Fairmount Street Library, 2pm Sat Nov 17
Morrissey Gallery Q&A: Chicago Paintings, held
in conjunction with the exhibit of sharing works by…
Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose
University, 4pm Wed Nov 28
Morrissey Gallery Reception: Chicago Paintings,
held in conjunction with the exhibit of sharing works
by… Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St.
Ambrose University, 5pm Wed Nov 28
Exhibits & Shows
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Currently on Display
Steve Banks: Pop Culture Palimpsest, in a visual
mash-up of the familiar icons of art history and the TV
shows, comic books and movies of his youth, Banks’s
constructions acknowledge, for better and worse, the
mass media’s headlock-like influence on our tastes; Tue.-
Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free
with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-
326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport
IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru Sun Sep 2
Laurel Farrin: No Particular Order, Iowa City artist
Farrin mixes elements of hard edge painting with
references to pop culture in her humorous paintings,
drawings and videos; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-
9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission;
for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru
Sun Sep 9
2018 Faculty and Staff Exhibition, exhibit of works
by Kathryn Anderson, Kristin Quinn, Alison Filley,
Joseph Lappie, Randy Richmond, Renee Meyer Ernst,
Christopher Reno, Heidi Hernandez, and Les Bell; Mon.-
Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm; free; for information,
contact Christopher Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@
sau.edu, Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University, 2101
Gaines St., Davenport IA, SAU.edu/art/catich-gallery,
thru Sun Sep 16
Alois Kronschlaeger: Polychromatic
Contemplations, New York-based Austrian artist
Kronschlaeger combines weaving, sculpting, and
painting in intricate sculptures whose geometries and
colors appear to change as the viewer moves through
7
the gallery; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun.
noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for
information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru
Sun Sep 16
Students Rebuild: Facing Difference, a
collaboration with Students Rebuild showcasing a
collection of student self-portraits from across the
globe and right here in our Quad Cities; Tue.-Sat.
10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with
$4-7 museum admission; for information, call 563-326-
7804, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru Mon Sep 17
Flourishing Habits, exhibit of works by artists from
Blick… Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St.
Ambrose University, thru Fri Sep 21
River Monsters, exhibit of nature photography by
Trent Foltz;… Black Hawk College ArtSpace Gallery, thru
Fri Sep 28
Jessica Teckemeyer, exhibit of sculpture and mixed
media; Wed.-Sat. 11am-6pm; free; for information, call
563-424-1210 or e-mail info@midcoast.org, Midcoast at
Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for the Arts, 225 E.
2nd St., Davenport IA, MidCoast.org, thru Sat Sep 29
Chris Clark - Joel Erickson, works by fiber artist Clark
and sculptor/potter Erickson; Wed.-Sat. 11:30am-5:30pm;
free; for information, call 563-424-1210 or e-mail info@
midcoast.org, MidCoast Gallery West, 1629 2nd Ave.,
Rock Island IL, MidCoast.org, thru Sun Sep 30
George J. Schlenker Photography, the exhibition
samples 25 years of George Schlenker’s photography,
especially of birds; Mon.-Fri. 6am-7:30pm, Sat. 8am-
5:30pm, Sun. 9am-5pm; free; for information, call 563-
424-1210, MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr,
Moline IL, MidCoast.org, thru Sun Sep 30
Carol Hamilton: Breathe & Matt Pulford: The
Grayed Air, featuring encaustic pieces by Hamilton of
Harvard,… Quad City Arts Center, thru Fri Oct 12
Colonel Davenport House Exhibits, the new hands-
on interactive touchscreen allows visitors… Colonel
George Davenport House, noon thru Sat Oct 27
Five Alumni: Continuing to Create, exhibit of works
by Augustana alumni Audrey Brown (‘92), Mark Hansen
(‘00), justin carl hurty (‘05,) Drew Starenko (‘83), and
John Vande Walle (‘06.); Fri. & Sat. noon-4pm and by
appointment; free; for information, call 309-794-7469,
Augustana College Teaching Museum of Art, 3703 7th
Ave., Rock Island IL, Augustana.edu/artmuseum, thru
Sat Oct 27
I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Virtual Reality
Experience, through a creative collaboration, the Iowa
DOT… Bettendorf Public Library, thru Thu Nov 29
John Bloom: Close to Home, exhibition on the
renowned area artist; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-
9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission;
for information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru
Thu Nov 29
Rufino Tamayo, this grouping of seven prints is an
outstanding representation of Tamayo’s large graphic
works, gifted to the Figge as a bequest from Dennis
L. and Patricia A. Miller, well-known supporters of
Quad City Arts, Ballet Quad Cities, and many other
organizations; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm,
Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for
information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, thru
Thu Nov 29
Opening This Fall
Living Proof Exhibit: A Visualization of Hope,
exhibit features more than 50 pieces of art created
by cancer survivors in the tri-State area; Tue.-Sat.
10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free
with $4-7 museum admission; for information, call
563-326-7804 or e-mail livingproofexhibit@gmail.
com, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
LivingProofExhibit.org, Thu Sep 6 thru Thu Nov 29
Destroyed Cities and Sinking Ships, exhibit of
works by Anita Jung and Yannick Meurice; Mon.-Fri.
9am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm; free; for information, contact
Christopher Reno at 563-333-6444 or Catich@sau.edu,
 8 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
ART
CONTINUED
By Bruce Walters VISUAL ARTS / Exhibits & Shows / Scott &
Rock Island Counties / Opening This Fall
Art in Plain Sight: Genesis Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose University, 2101 Gaines St.,
Davenport IA, SAU.edu/art/catich-gallery, Fri Sep 21
Medical Center Fountains
thru Sat Oct 27
William L. Hawkins: An Imaginative Geography,
the exhibit will include 52 of Hawkins’s most important
D
paintings and cover all of Hawkins’s favorite subject
uring the First World War, construc- matter, including cityscapes, landscapes, exotic places,
tion began on St. Luke’s Hospital animals, current events, historic scenes and religious
scenes; the exhibition also will include one of his rare
at 1227 East Rusholme Street in Dav- freestanding sculptural assemblages; Tue.-Sat. 10am-
enport. The hospital has been renovated 5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm, Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7
several times in the intervening century, museum admission; for information, call 563-326-7804,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
but never as impressively as the $150 mil- FiggeArtMuseum.org, Sat Sep 22 thru Thu Nov 29
lion renovation and construction project
Paul Lange, Drawing for Inspiration, Mon.-Fri. 9am-
– the largest in Quad Cities history when 5pm, Sat. noon-4pm; free; for information,… Morrissey
it was announced in 2013 – that has Gallery, Galvin Fine Arts Center - St. Ambrose University,
Fri Sep 28 thru Sat Nov 3
been recently completed. The hospital,
renamed Genesis Medical Center, is at Dr. Portmantheau’s Galorium Emporium, exhibit
of collaborative mixed media works by… Black Hawk
the center of a beautiful campus that also College ArtSpace Gallery, Mon Oct 1 thru Fri Nov 2
includes the Genesis Heart Institute and
medical office buildings. David Hast - Lori Miller, exhibit of ink and mixed
media; Wed.-Sat. 11:30am-5:30pm; free; for information,
At the hospital’s main entrance is call 563-424-1210 or e-mail info@midcoast.org, MidCoast
Tempest Ballet, a stainless-steel sculpture Gallery West, 1629 2nd Ave., Rock Island IL, MidCoast.org,
Mon Oct 1 thru Thu Nov 29
that spirals upward. Nearly 10 feet in
height, the sculpture was created by Amie Emma Farber - Barbara Toner, exhibit of paintings
Jacobsen, a remarkably multi-faceted and fused glass; Wed.-Sat. 11am-6pm; free; for
information, call 563-424-1210 or e-mail info@midcoast.
artist and designer who lives in Kansas org, Midcoast at Bucktown Gallery, Bucktown Center for
City. Jacobsen earned her MFA in illus- the Arts, 225 E. 2nd St., Davenport IA, MidCoast.org, Mon
Oct 1 thru Thu Nov 29
tration at the Savannah College of Art
and Design, where she also taught in the Glen Lowry, exhibit of serigraphs; Mon -Fri,
6am-7:30pm, Sat, 8am-5:30pm, Sun. 9am-5pm; for
foundations, illustration, and e-learning information, call 563-424-1210 or e-mail info@midcoast.
departments. Her current work includes org, MidCoast Centre Station Gallery, 1200 River Dr,
Moline IL, MidCoast.org, Mon Oct 1 thru Thu Nov 29
metal sculptures, artisan furniture, décor,
and painting. French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950, the
exhibition celebrates Sendak’s career, including original
Jacobsen wrote that the sculpture’s title illustrations as well as drawings made for friends and
was “inspired by the form itself. I thought fans featuring characters from “Where the Wild Things
it reminded me of the wind swirling, like Are,””Little Bear,” and “In the Night Kitchen,” among
other books; Tue.-Sat. 10am-5pm, Thu. 10am-9pm,
in a storm, which is where ‘tempest’ came Sun. noon-5pm; free with $4-7 museum admission; for
from. But it’s also graceful and coordi- information, call 563-326-7804, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, Tue Oct
nated, like a dance.” 9 thru Thu Nov 29
The sculpture’s design included the
42,000 Years on the Same Block, exhibit of pictures by
jet of water that sprays upward through Marty Harris; Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm, Sat. 10am-4pm; free;
its center. She also wrote that “the for information, contact Christopher Reno at 563-333-
water adds movement to the piece, and 6444 or Catich@sau.edu, Catich Gallery - St. Ambrose
University, 2101 Gaines St., Davenport IA, SAU.edu/art/
also enhance the shiny, glittery quality. I catich-gallery, Thu Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 29
choose the center of the fountain because
Recent Works by Jason Frank and David Zahn:
the piece was designed to swirl around it.” Drawings & Ceramics, free; for information, contact
To the north of the main entrance is a Zaiga Thorson at 309-796-5469… Black Hawk College
ArtSpace Gallery, Mon Nov 5 thru Thu Nov 29
waterfall. The water begins overhead from
twin sources in a stone formation, flows Chicago Paintings, sharing works by Carla Markwart;
Mon.-Fri. 9am-5pm,… Morrissey Gallery, Galvin Fine
under a walkway, cascades down a water- Arts Center - St. Ambrose University, Fri Nov 9 thru Thu
fall, descends over stone slabs and passes Nov 29
through massive blocks of stone before
Kwik Star Festival of Trees, annual Quad City Arts
gently pooling at the bottom. The water fundraiser featuring more… Davenport RiverCenter, Sat
descends about a dozen feet as its travels Nov 17 thru Sun Nov 25
the fountain’s 100-foot length. Surround-
ing the stone fountain are landscaped Outlying Areas
beds of flowers and plants. Currently on Display
Leo Bressanelli, first president and
CEO of the Genesis Health System, wrote Elks Chanters, exhibition in the Musser Museum
Gallery; for… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Sep 2
that the waterfall enhances the beauty of
the campus. It is “sensitive to the “neigh- In the Spirit of Louise Noun, an exhibit of art selected
from Noun’s… Des Moines Art Center, thru Sun Sep 2
borhood” nature of our location” yet
also complements a very modern facility Sterling Ruby: Ceramics, the first museum show to
investigate Ruby’s… Des Moines Art Center, thru Sun
design. Sep 9
Continued On Page 51
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Recent Acquisitions, exhibition in the Musser
Museum Gallery; for… Muscatine Art Center, thru Fri
Sep 21
Art of Beth Van Hoesen, exhibition in the Musser
Museum Gallery; for… Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun
Sep 30
Regional Artists from the MAC Collection,
exhibition in the Musser Museum Gallery; for…
Muscatine Art Center, thru Sun Oct 28
Art in Roman Life, over 50 works, including coins, glass
vessels,… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Thu Nov 29
Beyond the Prairie: Midwestern Art from the
Collection, exhibit showcases the work of artists
inspired… Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, thru Thu Nov
29
Gerb’s Gadgets by Steve Gerberich, exhibition in
the Stanley Gallery; for information,… Muscatine Art
Center, thru Thu Nov 29
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon,the
installation reflects the depth of the… Cedar Rapids
Museum of Art, thru Thu Nov 29
Marvin Cone: An American Vision, a single-gallery
exhibition that serves as an… Cedar Rapids Museum of
Art, thru Thu Nov 29
Mauricio Lasansky: Master Printmaker, artistic
takes on the venerated Iowa City… Cedar Rapids
Museum of Art, thru Thu Nov 29
Classes
August & September
Russian Leaves through Kirkwood Community
College, with instructor Karen Kubby; use your peyote
skills to learn… Beadology Iowa, 5:30pm Fri Aug 31
Bonnstetter 3D Purple Aster, local artist Bonnstetter
will teach us how to make a… LeClaire Community
Library, 11am Sat Sep 1
Oil Painting Saturdays, with instructor Dave
Anderson; learn to see, draw, and understand… Bereskin
Gallery & Art Academy, 9:30am Sat Sep 1 thru Sat Sep
29
Figure Drawing, Tuesdays thru Sept. 25; with artist
Paul Lange; class will start with a study of the human
figure and figural proportions, followed by discussion
of composition, value, balance, line, shadow and light;
students will learn how to draw successful figure
studies with charcoal on paper using additive and
reductive methods; $90-105; for information and to
register, contact Heather Aaronson at 563-345-6630 or
haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org,
5:30pm Tue Sep 4
Stained Glass - Beginning, Copper Foil, Tuesdays
thru Oct. 2; $65; for information and to register,… Black
Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6pm Tue Sep 4
Techniques and Tips in Watercolor for Beginners,
Tuesdays thru Sept. 25; $39; for information and to
register,… Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus,
noon Tue Sep 4
French Impressionism: Drawing & Painting,
Wednesdays thru Oct. 24; with instructor Patricia
Bereskin; discover the… Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy,
9:30am Wed Sep 5
Political Cartooning, Wednesdays thru Sept. 26;
with Jason Platt; students will learn drawing and inking
techniques used by comic artists as well as how to
pinpoint an idea to share a specific viewpoint through
bold, imaginative imagery and targeted text; $80-95; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org
or Lynn Gingras-Taylor at 563-345-6635 or lgtaylor@
figgeartmuseum.org., Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Wed Sep 5
Watercolor Painting – Summer’s Farewell,
Wednesdays thru Oct. 3; artist Raphael Iaccarino will
teach students the basics of color and color mixing,
watercolor techniques such as wet-on-wet, wet-on-
dry, dry brush, salt texture and more; $95-110; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 9
Cirque Èloize, 10/5

Photo: Shervin Lainez

Banda Magda, 2/2

Whipped Cream, 4/6

Photo: Gene Schiavone

Photo: Miriam Alarcón Avila

Photo: Miriam Alarcón Avila

2018/2019 SEASON
SEPTEMBER NOVEMBER FEBRUARY (CONTINUED)
12 Cokie Roberts - FREE 2 L.A. Theatre Works, Steel Magnolias 16 Rahim AlHaj and string ensemble
An Insider’s View of Washington, D.C. 3 Club Hancher: Kinan Azmeh’s CityBand Letters from Iraq
14 Steep Canyon Rangers 11 Soweto Gospel Choir 21 We Shall Overcome—
FREE & OUTDOORS 14 Culinary Arts Experience: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
25 The Philadelphia Orchestra Baroncini Ristorante - SOLD OUT 23 Russian National Orchestra
17 Alsarah & the Nubatones
OCTOBER MARCH
25 The Summit:
5 Cirque Éloize, Hotel 2 Danú
The Manhattan Transfer Meets Take 6
Celebrating the Holidays 8 Lawrence Brownlee and Eric Owens
10 Culinary Arts Experience:
Saint Burch Tavern/Pullman Diner 10 Theatre Lovett, They Called Her Vivaldi
30 The Canadian Brass
SOLD OUT Christmas Time Is Here 14 Havana Cuba All-Stars
11 Emerson String Quartet Asere! A Fiesta Cubana
DECEMBER
13 Rufus Reid, Quiet Pride: 30 Club Hancher: Kaia Kater
A Celebration of Elizabeth Catlett 4–9 Les Misérables 31 Brentano String Quartet
18 Club Hancher: Storm Large 31 Kristin Chenoweth, A New Year’s Eve Gala
APRIL
24 Momix, Opus Cactus JANUARY 6 American Ballet Theatre, Whipped Cream
27–28 The Cashore Marionettes, Simple Gifts 24 Tre Voci 12 Batsheva Dance Company, Venezuela
FEBRUARY 24 Culinary Arts Experience:
2 Club Hancher: Banda Magda Trumpet Blossom Café
6 Culinary Arts Experience:
University Catering, Dinner with the Chefs
8–10 Jersey Boys

TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Order online hancher.uiowa.edu
Call (319) 335-1160 or 800-HANCHER
Accessibility Services (319) 335-1158

FOR MOST
$10 STUDENT TICKETS
Great Artists. Great Audiences.
Photo: Matthew Murphy

Hancher Performances.
Discover more at hancher.uiowa.edu.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored
events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in
order to participate in this program, please contact Hancher in advance at (319) 335-1158.
Les Miserables, 12/4-9 Kristin Chenoweth, 12/31
 10
CONTINUED River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
VISUAL ARTS / Exhibits & Shows /
Outlying Areas / Currently on Display
at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org
or Lynn Gingras-Taylor at 563-345-6635 or lgtaylor@
figgeartmuseum.org., Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Wed Sep 5
Impressions of Landscape – Acrylic, Thursdays
thru Sept. 27; with instructor Brad Bisbey; explore
landscape… Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 11am Thu
Sep 6
Wine & Art: Acrylic Painting – Dreamscapes, with
instructor Allen Holloway; experiment with ways to paint
the horizons in your mind, paint from a photo you bring
of a landscape that’s special to you or use notes you’ve
made about your dreams for inspiration in this open
painting experience; a studio class paired with a glass
of wine, light hors d’oeuvres and socializing; $20; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
at 563-326-7804 x2045 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.
org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Thu Sep 6
Fall Leaf Mobile, a Southwest Craft Night event; free;
for information, call 309-732-7338, Rock Island Public
Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Sep 11
Abstract Painting, wear your painting clothes and we
will create a masterpiece… LeClaire Community Library,
10:30am Fri Sep 14
Life Drawing, with facilitator Evanny Henningsence;
bring your own materials; $15 per… Bereskin Gallery &
Art Academy, 1pm Sun Sep 16
Adult D.I.Y.: String Art Craft Night, String Art Craft
of your choice from several designs; materials… Silvis
Public Library, 6pm Mon Sep 17
Guided Paint Class, Rebecca will be leading an acrylic
painting class; she will… LeClaire Community Library,
4pm Mon Sep 17
October
Oil Pastels – Tuesdays with Renoir, Tuesdays thru
Oct. 23; artist Gloria Burlingame will share oil pastel
techniques with students as they create artwork in the
“soft-focus” Impressionist style; students will begin
with small studies of selected Renoir images to get a
feel for his style then work directly from observation to
create original Impressionistic works of art; $80-95; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson Ron Gallo @ Triple Crown Whiskey Bar and Raccoon Motel – November 3
at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.
org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Tue Oct 2
Figurative Impressions in Landscape: Part 1,
Thursdays thru Oct. 25; with instructor Brad Bisbey;
working from… Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 11am
Thu Oct 4
Wine & Art: Primitive Art – Expressions in
Color, with instructor Lori Miller; students will enjoy
a tour of the William L. Hawkins exhibition then use
a wide variety of materials, including paint, fabric,
wood, metal, and more to create visually rich, exciting
artworks of their own; a studio class paired with a glass
of wine, light hors d’oeuvres and socializing; $20; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
at 563-326-7804 x2045 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.
org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Thu Oct 4
Painting – Watercolor Basics and Beyond, Fridays
thru Oct. 26; artist David Zahn will share ways that basic
watercolor techniques can be applied when painting
objects in a still life, landscapes, or in other situations;
basic drawing skills helpful but not required for students
to make the most of this watercolor experience;
$80-95; for information and to register, contact
Heather Aaronson at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@
figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, noon Fri Oct 5
Bargue Drawing Course, Saturdays thru Nov. 24;
with instructor Evanny Henningsen; students will be…
Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 9:30am Sat Oct 6
Card Making with Donna Banta, join us in making
homemade greeting cards; each participant will…
LeClaire Community Library, 11am Sat Oct 6
Sight-Size Cast Drawing in Charcoal, Saturdays
thru Nov. 24; with instructor Evanny Henningsen; cast
drawing is… Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 1pm Sat
Oct 6
Watercolor: Basic Approaches to Paint
Applications, Saturdays thru Oct. 27; with instructor
Bob Zeidler; Bob breaks… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 9am Sat Oct 6
Oil Painting Saturdays, with instructor Dave
Anderson; learn to see, draw, and understand… Bereskin
Gallery & Art Academy, 9:30am Sat Oct 6 thru Sat Oct 27
Oil Painting – French Modern Style, Tuesdays thru
Oct. 30; with instructor Emily Majeski; the focus of our
French Modern class will be on the styles of artists Degas,
Monet, Matisse, and Vuillard; students will create pieces
inspired by the gure drawings and landscapes painted
by these masters; themes will include topics from dance
to drama and interior spaces; $80-95; for information and
to register, contact Heather Aaronson at 563-345-6630
or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm
Tue Oct 9
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Small Halloween Treat Box, a Southwest Craft
Night event; free; for information, call 309-732-7338,
Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010
Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
6pm Tue Oct 9
Watercolor Basics, with instructor Bob Zeidler; after
years of study, exposure to… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 5pm Tue Oct 16
Drawing – Sketch Book Workshop, Cara Burns
shares a series of drawing prompts and activities that will
help you put pencil to paper in the privacy of your own
sketchbook; discuss tips for feeling more confident in
your artistic skills and get your creative juices flowing in
this beginner-friendly class; $20-35; for information and
to register, contact Heather Aaronson at 563-345-6630
or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org,
10am Sat Oct 20
Figure Drawing for High School Students – Build
Your Portfolio, Saturdays thru Nov. 3; artist Kristin
Quinn will teach students how to deal with proportion,
form, shape, value and line as they learn to draw that
most difficult of subjects, the human body; $15; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.
org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 10am Sat Oct 20
Life Drawing, with facilitator Evanny Henningsence;
bring your own materials; $15 per… Bereskin Gallery &
Art Academy, 1pm Sun Oct 21
Acrylic Painting – French Landscapes, Wednesdays
thru Nov. 14; artist Allen Holloway will take students on
a journey into French landscape painting in the style
of modernists such as Claude Monet, Paul Cezanne,
Henri Matisse, Berthe Morisot and Edgar Degas;
students will explore the pure-color painting method
of the Pointillists, the thick, tasty brush strokes of the
impasto technique and discover how to capture the
exquisite light characteristic of French landscape
painting; $85-90; for information and to register, contact
Heather Aaronson at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@
figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Wed Oct 24
Creative Sessions: Beautiful Writing with
Calligraphy, Living Proof Exhibit and the Figge
Art Museum would like to invite all who have been
touched by cancer, including cancer survivors,
families, friends and caregivers, to learn the art of
calligraphy with artist and calligrapher Dana Keeton; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
at 563-326-7804 x2045, lgtaylor@figgeartmuseum.
org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm Thu Oct 25
Art-to-Go with the Figge, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat Oct 27
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Illustration: Let’s Do Dinosaurs, Wednesdays thru
Nov. 28 (no class Nov. 21); with instructor… Bereskin
Gallery & Art Academy, 6pm Wed Oct 31
November
Figurative Impressions in Landscape: Part 2,
Thursdays thru Nov. 29 (no class on Thanksgiving); with
instructor… Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 11am Thu
Nov 1
Wine & Art: From France with Love, artist Amy
Nielsen will take the class into the exhibition “French
Moderns from 1850-1950” and discuss different art
techniques used in creating some of these timeless
pieces; following the gallery discussion, class will head
back to the studio to create beautiful postcard designs
using paint, pen and ink, fabric, and more; a studio
class paired with a glass of wine, light hors d’oeuvres
and socializing; $20; for information and to register,
contact Heather Aaronson at 563-326-7804 x2045 or
haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 6pm
Thu Nov 1
Card Making with Donna Banta, Banta will show
us how to craft cards with a… Silvis Public Library, 1pm
Sat Nov 3
Crafting with Jenn: File Folder Mini-Flip Album,
Jenn Voss will teach us how to make mini folding…
LeClaire Community Library, 11am Sat Nov 3
Oil Painting Saturdays, with instructor Dave
Anderson; learn to see, draw, and understand… Bereskin
Gallery & Art Academy, 9:30am Sat Nov 3 thru Sat Nov
24
Basic Cartooning, Mondays thru Nov. 26; with
instructor Paul Lange; learn how… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 6pm Mon Nov 5
Watercolor: Basic Approaches to Paint
Applications, thru Nov. 8; with instructor Bob Zeidler;
Bob breaks down… Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy,
3pm Mon Nov 5
What I’m Thankful For Leaf Hanging, a Southwest
Craft Night event; free; for information, call 309-732-
7338, Rock Island Public Library - Southwest Branch,
9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 6pm Tue Nov 13
Watercolor Basics, with instructor Bob Zeidler; after
years of study, exposure to… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 2pm Wed Nov 14
Koffin Kats @ RIBCO – October 14
MUSIC
Concerts
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August & September
Soul Storm, outdoor event in the Moline Centre
Summer Concert Series; food and… Bass Street Landing
Plaza, 7pm Thu Aug 30
Strange Neighbors Reunion Show, the band
draws on rock, reggae, funk, blues and bluegrass… The
Redstone Room, 8:30pm Fri Aug 31
Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, the rocker and his ensemble
play the 97X 40th Anniversary… RIBCO, 7pm Sat Sep 1
Gary Allan, concert with the chart-topping country-
music superstar; $35-70; for tickets, call 563-328-8000,
Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA, RhythmCityCasino.com, 8pm Sat
Sep 1
Moeller Nights: Muddy Ruckus, concert with the
indie-folk and blues rock duo, featuring an… Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Sep 1
Dani Lynn Howe Band, an outdoor event in the
Summer Concert Series; food and… Runners Park, 4pm
Sun Sep 2
Sumac, concert with the American/Canadian post-
metal band, featuring sets by Infernal… RIBCO, 8pm
Sun Sep 2
EmiSunshine, concert with the 14-year-old country-
music singer/songwriter from Madisonville, Tennessee;
$15-22.50;… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 6:45pm Thu Sep 6
Moeller Nights: The Moondoggies, concert with
the Washington-based rock quintet; $10… Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Thu Sep 6
2018 Blues Cruise: Tas Cru & His Band of Tortured
Souls, the Mississippi Valley Blues Society presents a
concert with the… Celebration River Cruises, 6pm Fri
Sep 7
Hot ‘n’ Cole: the Music of Cole Porter, part of the
library’s Noon Day Concert Series; free; for… Moline
Public Library, noon Fri Sep 7
Musicfest, nine bands perform free concert sets…
Durant Community Center, 5:30pm Fri Sep 7 and Sat
Sep 8
Summer Rhapsody, an outdoor event in the Summer
Concert Series; food and… Runners Park, 2pm Sun Sep 9
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 11
ART
Five Alumni: Continuing to Create
Thursday, August 30, through Saturday, October 27 @ Augustana Teaching
Museum of Art, 3703 Seventh Avenue, Rock Island, IL
F
or the first exhibition in the college’s 2018-19
academic year, the Augustana Teaching
Museum of Art will showcase works by artists
who honed their skills at Augustana itself,
with Five Alumni: Continuing to Create, through
October 27, presenting beautiful, fascinating, and
resonant works by a quintet of the school’s most
gifted graduates.
With its invited artists selected by members
of the Augustana art faculty, Five Alumni:
Continuing to Create will boast pieces by former
students whose Augustana tenures range from
the late-1970s to the mid-aughts: Drew Starenko Drew Starenko artwork in Five Alumni:
(class of ‘83), Audrey Brown (class of ‘92), Mark
Continuing to Create @ Augustana Teaching
Hansen (class of ‘00), justin carl hurty (class of ‘05), Museum of Art -- through October 27
and John Vande Walle (call of ‘06). Their works
covering a vast array of artistic mediums, the exhibit will feature examples of oil on canvas, oil on panel,
acrylics, ceramics, material installation, graphite, and audio and video. Exploring the ways in which the
five alumni view, interpret, and interact with the world around them, the artists draw upon their variety
of mediums to reflect the depth and discipline instilled in graduates of Augustana’s art program.
“Viewing the work these artists have created in the years since graduating offers an invaluable
learning opportunity for our current art, art-history, and graphic-design students,” said Rowen
Schusshem Anderson, Augustana’s professor of art and graphic design. “The range and reach of these
visual artists, and their diverse viewpoints, will reveal a distinctive body of work that represents some
of the most innovative art in the region and beyond.”
Related fall programming for Five Alumni: Continuing to Create will include an artist roundtable
discussion at 7 p.m. on October 1 and a musical performance by hurty at 7 p.m. on October 2. Museum
hours are Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. or by appointment, admission is free, and
more information on the venue’s exhibits and events is available by calling (309)794-7469 or visiting
Augustana.edu/artmuseum.
OCTOBER 3 • ADLER THEATRE
TICKETS ON SALE NOW : TICKETMASTER.COM : 800.745.3000
NEW STUDIO RECORD
THE DESATURATING SEVEN
PRIMUSVILLE.COM Available Now
 12 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
MUSIC / Concerts / Scott & Rock Island
Counties / August & September
Sarah McQuaid, free; for information, call 309-524-
2440… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Sep 10
Moeller Nights: Naia Izumi, concert with the Los
Angeles-based indie singer/songwriter; $12-17… Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Tue Sep 11
Marbin, concert with the progressive jazz-rock band
based in Chicago; $8 adv /… The Redstone Room,
7:30pm Thu Sep 13
Moeller Nights: Chicago Farmer, concert with the
folk singer/songwriter Cody Diekhoff, featuring an
opening… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel,
7pm Thu Sep 13
Moeller Nights: Campdogzz - Star Parks, concert
with the Chicago-based indie quintet, featuring opening
sets by… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel,
7pm Fri Sep 14
The Brat Pack, concert with the touring ‘80s tribute
musicians; for information, call… RIBCO, 9pm Fri Sep 14
Straight No Chaser @ Adler Theatre – October 27
The Manny Lopez Big Band, Lopez and his 13 piece
big band will be playing… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 6pm
Fri Sep 14
Blues Beatles from Brazil, Beatles songs performed
in blues stylings by Marcos Viana, Flavio Naves, Lancaster
Ferreira, Bruno Falcão, and Fred Barley, $15; for tickets
and information, call 563-328-8000, Rhythm City Casino
Resort Event Center, 7077 Elmore Ave., Davenport IA,
RhythmCityCasino.com, 8pm Sat Sep 15
Polyrhythms’ Third Sunday Jazz Workshop &
Matinee Series, featuring a 3pm Jazz Demystifying
Workshop ($5 for adults, free for… The Redstone Room,
3pm Sun Sep 16
Moeller Nights: The Yawpers, concert with the
three-piece rock band from Denver, featuring an… Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Wed Sep 19
Moeller Nights: Sean Rowe & The Nude Party,
concerts with the alternative folk singer/songwriter
and the New York-based… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 7pm Thu Sep 20
Raj & Bacon, hip-hop meets Hindustani violin with the
Quad City Arts Visiting Artists; free; for information, call
309-793-1213, Baked Beer & Bread Co., 1113 Mound St.,
Davenport IA, QuadCityArts.com/vas, 6pm Thu Sep 20
Avon Dale CD Release Show, concert with the
Memphis-based roots rockers; $10; for tickets and… The
Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Sep 21
Brown Bag Lunch Concert: Wes Wells, free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
noon Fri Sep 21
Bucktown Revue, a quintessentially Quad Cities show
featuring premier Midwestern singer/songwriters and…
Nighswander Theatre, 7pm Fri Sep 21
Davenport Zither Ensemble, part of IL Reads and the
popular Noon Day Series;… Moline Public Library, noon
Fri Sep 21
Moeller Nights: Jared & the Mill, concert with the
Western indie rock band from Phoenix, featuring…
Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri
Sep 21
Shiner, concert with the touring post-hardcore rockers,
featuring sets by The… RIBCO, 9pm Fri Sep 21
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Black Belt Eagle Scout, concert with Katherine Paul in
support of her debut album “Mother… Village Theatre,
Sat Sep 22
Moeller Nights: Illuminati Hotties, concert with the
indie-pop musicians, featuring opening sets by Yoya…
Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat
Sep 22
Moeller Nights: Bat House, concert with the Boston-
based rockers; $8-12… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sun Sep 23
John Popper, concert with the blues-rock harmonica
players, featuring an opening set… The Redstone Room,
7pm Mon Sep 24
Moeller Nights: Frankie & the Witch Fingers,
concert with the West Coast-based alternative rockers,
featuring an opening… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 7pm Mon Sep 24
Moeller Nights: Sam Morrow, concert with the
touring folk singer/songwriter; $8… Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Wed Sep 26
Facs, the All Senses Festival presents a concert with the
Chicago-based… RIBCO, 7:30pm Fri Sep 28
Still, by James Romig, PhD, Composer; a Casual Classics
concert; free;… Galvin Fine Arts Center, 5pm Fri Sep 28
Windy City Dueling Pianos, high-energy live music
played on two pianos by highly skilled… The Circa ‘21
Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Sep 28
Bongripper, the All Senses Festival presents a concert
with the Chicago-based… RIBCO, 7:30pm Sat Sep 29
October
Turtle Island Quartet, an informal performance and
Q&A with the touring string quartet… Butterworth
Center, 3pm Mon Oct 1
Turtle Island Quartet Concert, a concert with the
chamber musicians and Quad City Arts… Moline Public
Library, 6:30pm Mon Oct 1
justin carl hurty, held in conjunction with the “Five
Alumni: Continuing to Create” exhibition; free; for
information, call 309-794-7469, Augustana College
Teaching Museum of Art, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island IL,
Augustana.edu/artmuseum, 7pm Tue Oct 2
Moeller Nights: Jakubi, concert with the alternative
indie rockers; $12… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 7pm Wed Oct 3
Primus, concert with the Grammy-nominated
experimental rockers; $25-59.50; for tickets, call 800-
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
ESCAPE TO THE EXCEPTIONAL!
D E L I C I O U S D I N I N G O P T I O N S A N D L U X U R Y S PA S E R V I C E S S U R E T O S AT I S F Y !
Make it a family ritual or a special
occasion to escape to Robert’s Buffet. Visit
multiple food stations to satisfy your party’s
dietary needs (and every possible want)
with quality food that is prepared in-house
by Chef D’Cuisine, Richard, and his team!
Crowd favorites include our prime rib,
omelet bar and house-made gelato
in 12 rotating flavors.
For hours and specials, visit us at
rhythmcitycasino.com.
7077 Elmore Avenue  Davenport, IA
563.328.8000 or 844.852.4FUN
Experience an exquisite view with
an extraordinary meal atop the
sixth floor of Rhythm City. Relax in
an elegant atmosphere while you
savor mouth-watering steaks and
succulent seafood.
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 13
rhythmc
ity.co/R
CCFall
We feel spa treatments are not only
luxuries but essential elements of your
well-being and balanced living.
Relax stressed muscles, nourish
overworked skin, renew tired hands
and feet, and refresh your look with
our many spa services.
®
14 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
MUSIC / Concerts / Scott & Rock Island
Counties / October
745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport IA,
AdlerTheatre.com, 8pm Wed Oct 3
Turtle Island Quartet, public performance with the
touring string quartet and Quad City Arts Visiting Artists
Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 6:30pm Wed
Oct 3
Kiss the Sky: The Definitive Jimi Hendrix Tribute
Experience, concert tribute with virtuoso guitarist
and former Columbia recording artist… Circa ‘21 Dinner
Playhouse, 7:15pm Thu Oct 4
Lauren Anderson, concert with the blues/soul
musician and the Midwest Music Awards’… The
Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Oct 5
Moeller Nights: Jade Bird, concert with the British
singer/songwriter, featuring an opening set by… Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Oct 5
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I:
French Moderns, our tribute to the French Modern
aesthetic opens with Debussy’s sensual and evanescent
tone poem “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,”
followed by his atmospheric and fluid “Nocturnes”;
QCSO Principal Flute Jessica Warren takes center stage
for Debussy’s haunting “Syrinx” for solo flute before we
begin our promenade through the changing tableaux
of Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition”; with Handel
Oratorio Society & Augustana Choral Artists, Jon Hurty,
director; $10-64; for tickets and information, call 563-322-
7276, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport IA, QCSO.
org, 8pm Sat Oct 6
Turtle Island Quartet, the touring string quartet and
Quad City Arts Visiting Artists… Rock Island High School,
7pm Sat Oct 6
Amy Helm, concert with the Americana, country, blues,
and gospel singer/songwriter; $22 adv /… The Redstone
Room, 7pm Sun Oct 7
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks I:
French Moderns, our tribute to the French Modern
aesthetic opens with Debussy’s sensual and evanescent
tone poem “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,”
followed by his atmospheric and fluid “Nocturnes”;
QCSO Principal Flute Jessica Warren takes center stage
for Debussy’s haunting “Syrinx” for solo flute before we
begin our promenade through the changing tableaux
of Mussorgsky’s “Pictures at an Exhibition”; with Handel
Oratorio Society & Augustana Choral Artists, Jon Hurty,
director; $10-41; for tickets and information, call 563-322-
7276, Centennial Hall, Augustana College, 3703 7th Ave.,
Rock Island IL, QCSO.org, 2pm Sun Oct 7
Moeller Nights: Laura Stevenson, concert with the
singer/songwriter based on Long Island, New York;…
Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Mon
Oct 8
Moeller Nights: Sarah Shook & the Disarmers,
concert with the country-music quartet, featuring an
opening set by… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 7pm Tue Oct 9
Eric Gales, concert with the touring blues-rock
guitarist; $15 adv / $18 day… The Redstone Room, 8pm
Thu Oct 11
Brown Bag Lunch Concert, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, noon Fri Oct 12
Moeller Nights: Valley Queen, concert with the folk
and country musicians led by Natalie… Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Oct 12
The Manny Lopez Big Band, Lopez and his 13 piece
big band will be playing… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 6pm
Fri Oct 12
Whiskey’s Gone: A Zac Brown Tribute Band,
concert with the Peoria-based country musicians; $10
adv / $12 day… The Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Oct 12
Alabama, concert with the chart-topping country
musicians; $35-125; for tickets, call… TaxSlayer Center,
8pm Sat Oct 13
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Demun Jones, concert with the country-rap artist,
featuring opening sets by Charlie… RIBCO, 9pm Sat
Oct 13
Koffin Kats - The Goddamn Gallows - Gutter
Demons, an evening with three hard-rock ensembles;
$15; for information, call… RIBCO, 7:30pm Sun Oct 14
Out of Darkness, Into Light, the professional vocal
ensemble Nova Singers presents an inspirational
program that first explores life’s darkest moments,
then offers the uplifting powers of hope, love and light;
under the direction of Dr. Laura L. Lane; $15-18, students
free; for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038, St.
Paul Lutheran Church, 2136 Brady St., Davenport, IA,
NovaSingers.com, 7:30pm Sun Oct 14
Moeller Nights: Alex Clare, concert with the British
alternative-rock singer/songwriter; $13-18… The
Stardust, 7pm Mon Oct 15
Bucktown Revue, a quintessentially Quad Cities show
featuring premier Midwestern singer/songwriters and…
Nighswander Theatre, 7pm Fri Oct 19
Moeller Nights: Titus Andronicus, concert with
the punk/indie rock band formed in Glen Rock,… Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Oct 20
The Drifters - Cornell Gunter’s Coasters - The
Platters, three Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends,
with more than 94 charted records and 45 top 10 hits
combined, on the same stage for one night only; $42-62;
for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third
St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat Oct 20
Moeller Nights: Mannequin Pussy, concert with the
Philadelphia-based rockers; $10… Triple Crown Whiskey
Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sun Oct 21
Polyrhythms’ Third Sunday Jazz Workshop &
Matinee Series, featuring a 3pm Jazz Demystifying
Workshop ($5 for adults, free for… The Redstone Room,
3pm Sun Oct 21
Moeller Nights: Desert Noises, concert with the
indie rock band from the Provo, Utah… Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Mon Oct 22
Moeller Nights: Oxymorons, concert with the
Washington-based dance band, featuring an opening
set… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm
Wed Oct 24
Ray LaMontagne, concert with the Grammy-
nominated folk singer/songwriter on his “Just Passing
Through” acoustic tour; $39.50-79.50; for tickets, call
800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport
IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Wed Oct 24
Yonder Mountain String Band, concert with the
progressive-bluegrass musicians, featuring an opening
set by… The Redstone Room, 8pm Wed Oct 24
Gaudete Brass Quintet, at 3 & 7pm; informal
performances & Q&A with the brass quintet and…
Butterworth Center, Thu Oct 25
SAU Music Department Fall Vocal Choirs Concert,
for information, call 563-333-6251… Galvin Fine Arts
Center, 7:30pm Fri Oct 26
The Ballroom Thieves, concert with the neo-folk trio;
$15 adv / $18 day… The Redstone Room, 8pm Fri Oct 26
Gaudete Brass Quintet, performance with the brass
quintet and Quad City Arts Visiting… First Presbyterian
Church of Davenport, 7:30pm Sat Oct 27
Moeller Nights: Anna Tivel, concert with the
Portland-based folk singer/songwriter, featuring an
opening set… Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 7pm Sat Oct 27
SAU Music Department STAMVOJA/Jazz
Ensemble Fall Concert, for information, call 563-333-
6251..., Rogalski Center - St. Ambrose University, 7:30pm
Sat Oct 27
Signature Soirée: Fantaisie Française, enjoy an
elegant evening among the Figge’s “French Moderns”
exhibit complete with 5:15pm cocktails and hors
d’oeuvres, a 6pm dinner, a performance, and a live
auction to benefit the QCSO’s programs with Maestro
Mark Russell Smith as your auctioneer; featuring Naha
Greenholtz on violin, Hannah Holman on cello, and
Lillian Lau on harp; $102; for tickets and information,
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
call 563-322-7276, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 7:30pm Sat Oct 27
Straight No Chaser, performance with the touring a
cappella group presented in the Broadway at the Adler
series; $35-55; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, and for more
information, call 563-326-8522, Adler Theatre, 136 E.
Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat
Oct 27
November
Laura Jane Grace & the Devouring Mothers, an
all-ages concert on the rockers’ 2018 Midwest Takeover
Tour;… RIBCO, 8pm Fri Nov 2
Moeller Nights: Low Cut Connie, concert with the
Philadelphia-based rockers; $15-20… Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Fri Nov 2
SAU Music Department Fall Instrumental
Concert, for information, call 563-333-6251… Galvin
Fine Arts Center, 7:30pm Fri Nov 2
‘90s Alternative Night: Brett Newski & the No
Tomorrow and Pleezer, concert with the touring
alternative rockers and the Weezer tribute… The
Redstone Room, 7:30pm Fri Nov 2
Moeller Nights: Ron Gallo and Low Cut Connie,
concerts with the garage-punk rocker and the
Philadelphia-based rockers; $16… Triple Crown Whiskey
Bar & Raccoon Motel, 7pm Sat Nov 3
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II:
Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Piano Concerto, in salute to
our 104th Season, the concert commences with Haydn’s
exuberant and surprising “London Symphony,” No.
104; we then travel to the Coast of Suffolk for Britten’s
surging and unrelenting “Four Sea Interludes” from his
opera “Peter Grimes,” before pianist Wei Luo shows off
her brilliance in scaling the technical Mount Everest
of Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto No. 3”; $10-64; for
tickets and information, call 563-322-7276, Adler Theatre,
136 E. Third St., Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 8pm Sat Nov 3
Avon Dale @ The Redstone Room – September 21
Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks II:
Rachmaninoff’s 3rd Piano Concerto, in salute to
our 104th Season, the concert commences with Haydn’s
exuberant and surprising “London Symphony,” No.
104; we then travel to the Coast of Suffolk for Britten’s
surging and unrelenting “Four Sea Interludes” from his
opera “Peter Grimes,” before pianist Wei Luo shows off
her brilliance in scaling the technical Mount Everest
of Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto No. 3”; $10-41; for
tickets and information, call 563-322-7276, Centennial
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Hall, Augustana College, 3703 7th Ave., Rock Island IL,
QCSO.org, 2pm Sun Nov 4
Musical Theatre Coffee Shop Cabaret, for
information, call 563-333-6251… Galvin Fine Arts Center,
7:30pm Thu Nov 8
From Monet to Matisse: A Vocal Canvas Concert
by Claudia Hommel, free; for information, call 309-
524-2440… Moline Public Library, noon Fri Nov 9
15
The Manny Lopez Big Band, Lopez and his 13 piece
big band will be playing… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 6pm
Fri Nov 9
Bill Gaither & Gaither Vocal Band, an evening of
gospel music, laughter, and encouragement with the
multiple Grammy winner and his ensemble; $26.50-
72.50; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136
E. Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 6pm Sat
Nov 10
The Way Down Wanderers, concert with the touring
bluegrass musicians, featuring an opening set… The
Redstone Room, 8pm Sat Nov 10
Quad City Music Guild Youth Chorus Concert,
concert with the student singers in grades 3-8; for
information,… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park
Auditorium, 2pm Sun Nov 11
Black Hawk College Jazz Ensemble Concert, free;
for information, contact Dr. Edgar Crockett at crockette@
bhc.edu or… Black Hawk College Theatre - Building 1,
Room 306, 7:30pm Thu Nov 15
Gas Feed & Seed Music Festival: No. 4, Moeller
Nights sponsors performances with dozens of… Village
of East Davenport, Thu Nov 15 thru Sat Nov 17
Black Hawk College Jazz Ensemble Concert, free;
for information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public
Library, noon Fri Nov 16
Bucktown Revue, a quintessentially Quad Cities show
featuring premier Midwestern singer/songwriters and…
Nighswander Theatre, 7pm Fri Nov 16
Windy City Dueling Pianos, high-energy live music
played on two pianos by highly skilled… The Circa ‘21
Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Nov 16
Chris Janson, concert with the breakout country-music
star; $30-60; for tickets and information, call 844-852-
4FUN, Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 7077
Elmore Ave., Davenport IA, RhythmCityCasino.com, 8pm
Sat Nov 17
16 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
THEATRE
CONTINUED
MUSIC / Concerts / Scott & Rock Island
Counties / November
Rabbit Hole Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in
Concert, at 2 & 7:30pm; these Quad City Symphony
Thursday, September 6, through Saturday, September 8 @ St. Ambrose Orchestra concerts feature “Harry Potter & the Chamber
University’s Studio Theatre, 2101 North Gaines Street, Davenport, IA of Secrets” in high-definition while a live orchestra
performs John Williams’ otherworldly score; for tickets
W inner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and information, call 563-322-7276, Adler Theatre, 136 E.
Third St., Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 7:30pm Sat Nov 17
and a 2006 Tony Award for star Cynthia
Nixon, David Lindsay- Abaire’s moving, haunting, Polyrhythms’ Third Sunday Jazz Workshop &
unexpectedly funny family drama Rabbit Hole Matinee Series, featuring a 3pm Jazz Demystifying
enjoys a September 6 through 8 staging at St. Workshop ($5 for adults, free for… The Redstone Room,
Ambrose University’s Studio Theatre, the New York 3pm Sun Nov 18
Times praising the work for its “honesty, accuracy,
Third Sunday at Grace: Glenview Middle School
and humor” while adding that the show “inspires Mariachi Band, typical instruments played by the
such copious weeping among its audience that Mariachi band members are violin,… Grace Lutheran
you wonder early on if you should have taken a Church, 3pm Sun Nov 18
life jacket.”
Rabbit Hole @ St. Ambrose University -- Black Hawk College Student Vocal Recital,
Rabbit Hole concerns Becca and Howie Corbett,
a pair of young marrieds who shared a picture- September 6 through 8 voice students will present a variety of songs from the
Renaissance through the early 20th Century; free; for
perfect suburban existence in New York until a random, tragic accident took the life of their four-year old information, contact Jon Palomaki at palomakij@bhc.
son. While the couple tries to move on in the face of their tragedy, Becca’s younger, irresponsible sister edu or 309-796-5478, Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817
Izzy announces that she’s pregnant, and as Becca and Howie grow further and further apart, Becca’s 11th Ave., Moline IL, BHC.edu, 7:30pm Mon Nov 26
mother Nat badgers Becca about how she’s handling the grieving process. Meanwhile, Jason, the young
driver who killed their son, shows up to ask forgiveness, and together, Lindsay-Abaire’s characters find Blue Christmas: A Rock ‘n’ Roll Holiday
Extravagana, at 1 & 7:15pm; Elvis Presley hits and
themselves on a bumpy road to healing with no road map in sight. Rabbit Hole delves into the complexity
holiday favorites performed by Robert Shaw… Circa ‘21
of a family navigating deep trauma and learning what it means to live a fruitful life when things fall apart, Dinner Playhouse, Thu Nov 29
with Variety magazine deeming the work “an intensely emotional examination of grief laced with wit,
insightfulness, compassion, and searing honesty.” The Smoking Popes, concert with the touring
Directing St. Ambrose’s first studio production of the academic year is SAU junior Jessica Karolczak, pop-punk musicians, featuring an opening set… The
whose acting credits include roles in Cinderella, The Tempest, and Catch Me If You Can. Sophomore Ellie Redstone Room, 7:30pm Thu Nov 29
Larson portays Becca, her recent stage credits including St. Ambrose’s Cabaret and the Mississippi Bend
Players’ world-premiere presentation of Beginner’s Luck, with Howie played by junior T.J. Green, a recent Outlying Areas
performer in Quad City Music Guild’s Shrek: The Musical and the QC Theatre Workshop’s Reefer Madness.
Rounding out Rabbit Hole’s cast are fellow students Sarah Goodall (A View from the Bridge) as Nat, Rebecca August & September
Moews (Richard III) as Izzie, and Jeffrey Harper as Jason.
Rabbit Hole runs September 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m. and September 8 at 3 p.m., with performances in St. Younger - Otros Outros - Anthony Worden,
Summer of the Arts presents a family-friendly event in
Ambrose’s Studio Theatre in the Galvin Fine Arts Center. Admission is $6, and more information and the 2018… Downtown Iowa City, 6:30pm Fri Aug 31
tickets are available by calling (563)333-6251 or visiting SAU.edu/rabbit-hole.
The Rough & Tumble, all-ages, family-friendly concert
with the touring golk musicians; 6pm potluck,… Ca
D’Zan, 6pm Sun Sep 2
Lake Street Dive, concert with jazz, neo-soul, and pop
musicians; $45; for tickets… Englert Theatre, 7pm Mon
Sep 3
The Corridor Record Project, concert with the funk,
rock, and soul musicians; $12-15; for… Englert Theatre,
8pm Fri Sep 7
2018 Iowa Blues Challange, weather permitting,
the challenge will take place in the Prairie… Des Moines
Social Club, 4:30pm Sat Sep 8
An Evening With Dawes, concert with the Los
Angeles-based folk rockers touring in support… Codfish
Hollow Barn, 8pm Sat Sep 8
Dessa: The Green Room, concert and presentation
with the singer/songwriter and rap artist; free;… Englert
Theatre, 7pm Mon Sep 10
Dinosaur Jr., concert with the Massachusetts-based
rockers; food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic… Codfish
Hollow Barn, 8pm Mon Sep 10
Bold as Brass Chamber Showcase, members of
Orchestra Iowa perform Ewazen’s “Pastorale,” Poulenc’s
“Trio for… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts,
7:30pm Wed Sep 12
Elizabeth Moen, concert with the indie-folk and
indie-rock singer/songwriter; $12-15; for tickets… Englert
Theatre, 8pm Fri Sep 14
Steep Canyon Rangers, bluegrass band that helped
Steve Martin and Martin Short open the new Hancher
Auditorium returns for a free outdoor concert; free; for
information, call 319-335-1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141
East Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7pm Fri
Sep 14
Anderson East, concert with Georgia-based R&B
musician Michael Cameron Anderson, featuring an…
Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Tue Sep 18
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Amanda Shires, concert with the Americana and folk
singer/songwriter; $25-85; for tickets… Englert Theatre,
8pm Fri Sep 21
Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles, an
evening with the touring tribute musicians; $25-30; for
information… Orpheum Theatre, 7:30pm Sat Sep 22
Mark Erelli, concert with the singer/songwriter;
$15; for information, contact Bill Beneke… Princeton
Coffeehouse, 7:30pm Sat Sep 22
Harmonic Brass, the German American Heritage
Center presents a concert with the… Lincoln Park -
DeWitt, 6pm Tue Sep 25
The Philadelphia Orchestra, concert with one of the
world’s preeminent orchestras; $20-95; for information
and tickets, call 319-335-1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141
East Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm
Tue Sep 25
Keb’ Mo’, concert with the blues and jazz legend;
$41.50-149; for tickets… Englert Theatre, 8pm Wed Sep
26
Jake Shimabukuro, concert with the pop, rock, and
world musician; $35; for… Englert Theatre, 8pm Fri Sep
28
Heartache Tonight, concert with the Eagles tribute
band; $20; for tickets and… Timber Lake Playhouse, 7pm
Sat Sep 29
Randy Bachman, concert with the classic-rock
musician from the Guess Who and… Englert Theatre,
8pm Sat Sep 29
The Sixties Sound, concert starring Micky Dolenz of
The Monkees, former lead singer… Riverside Casino
Event Center, 8pm Sat Sep 29
October
Turtle Island Quartet, public performance with the
touring string quartet and Quad City… Wesley United
Methodist Church, 2pm Wed Oct 3
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, concert
with the acclaimed big-band touring musicians; $22-27;
for tickets… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts,
7pm Thu Oct 4
Manhu from China, laying the hulusheng, a mouth
organ made from dried gourds,… University of
Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 7:30pm Fri Oct 5
Chanticleer, the San Francisco based Grammy award-
winning, 12-voice ensemble Chanticleer celebrates…
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 7:30pm Sat
Oct 6
William Elliott Whitmore, concert with the alt-
country and folk singer/songwriter; $25; for tickets…
Englert Theatre, 8pm Sat Oct 6
Jesse Elliott & Rachel Ries: The Green Room,
concert and presentation with the singer/songwriters;
free; for information, call… Englert Theatre, 7pm Mon
Oct 8
Emerson String Quartet, concert with violinists
Eugene Drucker and Philip Setzer, violist Lawrence
Dutton, and cellist Paul Watkins; $10-55; for information
and tickets, call 319-335-1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141
East Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm
Thu Oct 11
Granger Smith, concert with the chart-topping
country-music trailblazer and his comical country boy…
Riverside Casino Event Center, 8pm Fri Oct 12
Jonathan Biss Plays Beethoven, join Orchestra
Iowa’s world-renown guest artist Biss for an
exhilarating… Coralville Center for the Performing Arts,
7:30pm Fri Oct 12
Keith Urban, concert with the Grammy Award-winning
country-music superstar in his “Graffiti… Peoria Civic
Center, 7:30pm Fri Oct 12
Billy F Gibbons featuring Matt Sorum & Austin
Hanks, concert with the ZZ Top guitarist and his
ensemble; $35-65;… Riverside Casino Event Center, 8pm
Sat Oct 13
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Out of Darkness, Into Light, the professional vocal
ensemble Nova Singers presents an inspirational
program that first explores life’s darkest moments, then
offers the uplifting powers of hope, love and light; under
the direction of Dr. Laura L. Lane; $15-18, students free;
for information and tickets, call 309-341-7038, Knox
College’s Kresge Recital Hall, 2 East South St., Galesburg,
IL, NovaSingers.com, 7:30pm Sat Oct 13
Rufus Reid: Quiet Pride – A Celebration of
Elizabeth Catlett, jazz bassist and composer Rufus
Reid’s most recent project for big band celebrates
the life, art, and accomplishments of the first African
American to receive an MFA from the University of Iowa;
$10-45; for information and tickets, call 319-335-1160,
Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA,
Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm Sat Oct 13
Eric Hutchinson & the Believers, concert with the
neo-soul and pop ensemble; $26.50; for tickets… Englert
Theatre, 8pm Tue Oct 23
An Evening with Bruce Cockburn, concert with the
contemporary-folk singer/songwriter; $36-56.50; for
tickets and information,… Englert Theatre, 8pm Thu
Oct 25
An Evening with Lonestar, known for merging their
country roots with strong melodies and… University of
Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 8pm Fri Oct 26
Anna Tivel & Jeffrey Martin, concert with the singer/
songwriters; $15; for information, contact Bill Beneke…
Princeton Coffeehouse, 7:30pm Sat Oct 27
Colter Wall, concert with the country/Western singer/
songwriter from Swift Current, Saskatchewan; food…
Codfish Hollow Barn, 8pm Sat Oct 27
The Head Banga Tour: Tank & the Bangas, concert
with funk & soul musicians Tank & the Bangas… Codfish
Hollow Barn, 7pm Tue Oct 30
Kamasi Washington, concert with the avant-garde
jazz saxophone player; $15-41.50; for tickets… Englert
Theatre, 8pm Wed Oct 31
Mandy Harvey, informal performance with the
Quad City Arts Visiting Artist and jazz… Frances Banta
Waggoner Community Library, 4pm Wed Oct 31
November
Gregory Alan Isakov, concert with the indie-folk
singer/songwriter; $32.50; for tickets and information,…
Englert Theatre, 8pm Sat Nov 3
Kinan Azmeh’s CityBand, at 6:30 & 9pm; clarinetist
Azmeh and the CityBand quartet include guitar, bass,
and percussion and explore jazz, classical music, and
traditional music of Syria; at 6:30 & 9pm; $10-25; for
Chicago Farmer @ Triple Crown Whiskey Bar and Raccoon Motel – September 13
The Ballroom Thieves @ The Redstone Room – October 26
information and tickets, call 319-335-1160, Hancher
Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.
UIowa.edu, Sat Nov 3
Mandy Harvey, performance with the Quad City
Arts Visiting Artist and jazz singer… Central DeWitt
Performing Arts Center, 7pm Sat Nov 3
Marc Cohn, concert with the alt-country and folk-rock
singer/songwriter; $36.50-56.50; for tickets… Englert
Theatre, 8pm Wed Nov 7
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass,
the ensemble is is composed of some of America’s
top brass… University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center,
7:30pm Fri Nov 9
Soweto Gospel Choir, sporting colorful costumes
from their South African home, the members of the
Grammy- and Emmy-winning choir blend their voices
to create one unimaginably stirring sound; $10-45; for
information and tickets, call 319-335-1160, Hancher
Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.
UIowa.edu, 4pm Sun Nov 11
Alsarah & the Nubatones, concert with the East
African retro-pop musicians; $10-35; for information and
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
tickets, call 319-335-1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141 East
Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm Sat
Nov 17
The Summit: The Manhattan Transfer Meets Take
6 – Celebrating the Holidays (5pm), two iconic vocal
groups who have won a combined total of 20 Grammy
Awards come together to sing their greatest hits as well
as holiday favorites; $10-75; for information and tickets,
call 319-335-1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd.,
Iowa City IA, Hancher.UIowa.edu, 5pm Sun Nov 25
Jason Vieaux, public concert with the Grammy Award-
winning classical guitarist and Quad… Wesley United
Methodist Church, 7pm Mon Nov 26
Special Events
Artability Music Sessions, on Tuesdays & Thursdays;
for patrons with developmental disabilities; free; for
information,… Moline Public Library, 10:30am Tue Sep 4
thru Thu Sep 27
Trax from the Stax: Reandy Leasman presents
George Harrison, free; for information, call 563-344-
4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 7pm Thu Sep 20
Inside the Music: QCSO Masterworks I, join QCSO
Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of
the weekend’s Masterworks programs; 4:45pm doors,
cash bar available; free; for information, call 563-322-
7276, Hotel Blackhawk, 200 E. 3rd St., Davenport IA,
QCSO.org, 4:45pm Thu Oct 4
Afterglow: QCSO Masterworks I, held immediately
after the night’s concert at the Adler Theatre; mingle
with conductor Mark Russell Smith and musicians from
the Quad City Symphony Orchestra; cash bar available;
free; for information, call 563-322-7276, Hotel Blackhawk,
200 E. 3rd St., Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 9:30pm Sat Oct 6
Concert Conversations: QCSO Masterworks I,
QCSO concert-goers are invited to attend informal pre-
concert conversations to hear about the works being
presented; hosted by Kai Swanson; free; for information,
call 563-322-7276, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St.,
Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 7pm Sat Oct 6
Concert Conversations: QCSO Masterworks I,
QCSO concert-goers are invited to attend informal pre-
concert conversations to hear about the works being
presented; hosted by Kai Swanson; free; for information,
call 563-322-7276, Centennial Hall, Augustana College,
3703 7th Ave., Rock Island IL, QCSO.org, 1pm Sun Oct 7
Trax from the Stax, a music-listening program
designed to provide the opportunity to share…
Bettendorf Public Library, 7:30pm Thu Oct 18
17
Inside the Music: QCSO Masterworks II, join QCSO
Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of
the weekend’s Masterworks programs; 4:45pm doors,
cash bar available; free; for information, call 563-322-
7276, Hotel Blackhawk, 200 E. 3rd St., Davenport IA,
QCSO.org, 4:45pm Thu Nov 1
Afterglow: QCSO Masterworks II, held immediately
after the night’s concert at the Adler Theatre; mingle
with conductor Mark Russell Smith and musicians from
the Quad City Symphony Orchestra; cash bar available;
free; for information, call 563-322-7276, Hotel Blackhawk,
200 E. 3rd St., Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 9:30pm Sat Nov 3
Concert Conversations: QCSO Masterworks II,
QCSO concert-goers are invited to attend informal pre-
concert conversations to hear about the works being
presented; hosted by Kai Swanson; free; for information,
call 563-322-7276, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St.,
Davenport IA, QCSO.org, 7pm Sat Nov 3
Concert Conversations: QCSO Masterworks II,
QCSO concert-goers are invited to attend informal pre-
concert conversations to hear about the works being
presented; hosted by Kai Swanson; free; for information,
call 563-322-7276, Centennial Hall, Augustana College,
3703 7th Ave., Rock Island IL, QCSO.org, 1pm Sun Nov 4
Trax from the Stax, a music-listening program
designed to provide the opportunity to share…
Bettendorf Public Library, 7:30pm Thu Nov 15
Inside the Music: QCSO Masterworks III, join QCSO
Music Director Mark Russell Smith in an exploration of
the weekend’s Masterworks programs; 4:45pm doors,
cash bar available; free; for information, call 563-322-
7276, Hotel Blackhawk, 200 E. 3rd St., Davenport IA,
QCSO.org, 4:45pm Thu Nov 29
LITERARY ARTS
Readings & Discussions
August & September
Story Show: Epic Festival Tales, step up to the
microphone to share your stories based… Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 6pm Thu Aug 30
The Late Show, a discussion of Michael Connelly’s
book with the Book ‘Em… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm
Thu Aug 30
Olivia Gatwood, Moeller Nights presents and evening
wioth the poet and spoken-word… The Stardust, 7pm
Fri Aug 31
Caroline Fraser, presentation with the 2018 Pulitzer
Prize winner for “Prairie Fires: The… Herbert Hoover
Presidential Library & Museum, 2pm Mon Sep 3
 18 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
LITERARY ARTS / Readings & Discussions
/ August & September
Pageturners Book Discussion Group, free; for
information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library,
6:30pm Tue Sep 4
RIPL Connected, on Tuesdays; log in to talk with Jason
from the… 6pm Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Art of Beatrix Potter, a discussion of Emily Zach’s book
with the Art Lover’s Book Club; each program includes a
short introduction, discussion led by a Figge docent, and
group discussion; bring a brown bag lunch if desired;
for information, contact Heather at 563-345-6630 or
haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum,
225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1pm
Wed Sep 5
Stranger Than Fiction Book Club, the club takes
a look at the world we’re living in… Fairmount Street
Library, 6:30pm Thu Sep 6
IL Reads 2018: Kathleen Rooney & Martin Seay,
Authors in Conversation, meet the bestselling authors;
free; for information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public
Library, 3pm Sat Sep 8
IQ, a discussion of Joe Ide’s novel with the Mystery
Book… Bettendorf Public Library, 9:30am Sat Sep 8
Jacqueline Woodson, the author of the National Book
Award winning “Brown Girl… Englert Theatre, 1pm Sat
Sep 8
Comics Underground, join us for in-depth discussions
of ground-breaking graphic novels; copies… Davenport
Public Library - Main, 6pm Mon Sep 10
Short & Sweets, discuss short stories while eating
yummy sweets; all registrants receive… Fairmount
Street Library, 10am Mon Sep 10
The Ministry of Utmost Happiness, a discussion of
Arundhati Roy’s book with the Alpha Book Club; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 3pm Mon Sep 10
Underground Book Club, the club explores fiction
of the weird, the under-the-radar, the subversive,…
Davenport Public Library - Main, 6:30pm Mon Sep 10
Get Lit: Homegoing, a discussion of Yaa Gyasi’s novel;
free; for information, call… Bettendorf Public Library,
7pm Tue Sep 11
See YA, a book club for adults; find out why so many…
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch,
6:30pm Wed Sep 12
This is My Brave, the mission of This Is My Brave, Inc. is
to… Englert Theatre, 2pm Sun Sep 16
The Other Einstein, enjoy a cocktail or two while
talking about Marie Benedict’s… Icons Martini, 7pm Tue
Sep 18
True Crime Club, whether you obsessively watch
Investigation Discovery, are a devout Ann… Fairmount
Street Library, 6:30pm Tue Sep 18
West End Book Club, adult fiction book club that
meets the third Tuesday of… Fairmount Street Library,
6:30pm Tue Sep 18
Good Poems for Hard Times, a discussion of
Garrison Keillor’s book with the 30/31 Book Club; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Sep 19
So Big, a discussion of Edna Ferber’s novel with the
Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm
Wed Sep 19
The Coffee Trader, a discussion of David Liss’ novel
with the Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public
Library, 1pm Wed Sep 19
Geeky F@b Five, mother/daughter author duo appear
at the library; free; for information,… Moline Public
Library, 2pm Sat Sep 22
Sumac @ RIBCO – September 2
Banned Books Week, adults will choose a book based
only… Silvis Public Library, Sun Sep 23 thru Sat Sep 29
All Iowa Reads: Ghost, a discussion of Jason Reynolds’
book; free; for information, call… LeClaire Community
Library, 4pm Mon Sep 24
Gospel of Loki, a discussion of Joanne Harris’ book
with the Last Monday Book… Silvis Public Library,
6:30pm Mon Sep 24
Last Monday Book Club Discussion, light
refreshments will be paired with good conversation;
books for… Silvis Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Sep 24
The Impossible Fortress, a discussion of Jason
Rekulak’s book with the Southwest Branch Book Club;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Sep 25
The Rural Life, a discussion of Verlyn Klinkenborg’s
book with the Environmental Book… River Action, 7pm
Tue Sep 25
Local History Book Club Discussion, the club is
sponsored by the Colonel Davenport Foundation, and…
7pm Tue Sep 25
Banned Books Week Reading & Celebration,
local librarians, educators, and literature aficionados
read passages from their favorite books that have either
faced outright bans or challenges; come to read or just
listen; free refreshments and Banned Books Week swag
giveaways; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Wed Sep 26
The Boys in the Bunkhouse, a discussion of Dan
Barry’s book with the Adult Book… LeClaire Community
Library, 6:30pm Wed Sep 26
Book ‘em Mystery Book Club, free; for information,
call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Thu
Sep 27
October
The Roundhouse, a discussion of Louise Erdrich’s book
with the Alpha Book Club; free; for information, call 309-
732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 3pm
Mon Oct 1
Pageturners Book Discussion Group, free; for
information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library,
6:30pm Tue Oct 2
IL Reads 2018: History of the Circus with Joe
Colossa, the bestselling author of “Church of Marvels”
visits the library;… Moline Public Library, 6pm Wed
Oct 3
The Art of Rivalry: Four Friendships, Betrayals,
& Breakthroughs in Modern Art, a discussion of
Sebastian Smee’s book with the Art Lover’s Book
Club; each program includes a short introduction,
discussion led by a Figge docent, and group discussion;
bring a brown bag lunch if desired; for information,
contact Heather at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@
figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1pm Wed Oct 3
Stranger Than Fiction Book Club, the club takes
a look at the world we’re living in… Fairmount Street
Library, 6:30pm Thu Oct 4
Comics Underground, join us for in-depth discussions
of ground-breaking graphic novels; copies… Davenport
Public Library - Main, 6pm Mon Oct 8
Short & Sweets, discuss short stories while eating
yummy sweets; all registrants receive… Fairmount
Street Library, 10am Mon Oct 8
Underground Book Club, the club explores fiction
of the weird, the under-the-radar, the subversive,…
Davenport Public Library - Main, 6:30pm Mon Oct 8
Get Lit: The Best We Could Do, an Illustrated
Memoir, a discussion of Thi Bui’s book; free; for
information, call… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Tue
Oct 9
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Read Local: Jim Pransky, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Wed Oct 10
See YA, a book club for adults; find out why so many…
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch,
6:30pm Wed Oct 10
Blackout: A Pete Fernandez Mystery, a discussion
of Alex Segura’s novel with the Mystery Book…
Bettendorf Public Library, 9:30am Sat Oct 13
Sidewalks, a discussion of Valeria Luiselli’s book; free;
for information, call… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm
Mon Oct 15
True Crime Club, whether you obsessively watch
Investigation Discovery, are a devout Ann… Fairmount
Street Library, 6:30pm Tue Oct 16
We Are All Shipwrecks, enjoy a cocktail or two while
talking about Kelly Grey… Icons Martini, 7pm Tue Oct 16
West End Book Club, adult fiction book club that
meets the third Tuesday of… Fairmount Street Library,
6:30pm Tue Oct 16
Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders
and the Birth of the FBI, a discussion of David Grann’s
novel with the Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public
Library, 1pm Wed Oct 17
My Name is Lucy Barton, a discussion of Elizabeth
Strout’s book with the 30/31 Book Club; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6:30pm Wed Oct 17
The Coffee Trader, a discussion of David Liss’ novel
with the Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public
Library, 7pm Wed Oct 17
Midwest Maize: How Corn Shaped the U.S.
Heartland, with author Cynthia Clampitt; free; for
information, call 563-289-4242 or… LeClaire Community
Library, 6:30pm Thu Oct 18
Jason Tanamor Book Signing, author signs his book
“Moo Moo the Serial Killer Cat” in… Rock Island County
Animal Care & Control, noon Sat Oct 20
Windfall: The Booming Business of Global
Warming, a discussion of McKenzie Funk’s book with
the Environmental Book… River Action, 7pm Tue Oct 23
And Then There Were None, a discussion of
Agatha Christie’s book with the Adult Book… LeClaire
Community Library, 6:30pm Wed Oct 24
Book ‘em Mystery Book Club, free; for information,
call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Thu
Oct 25
Time to Ship Another Steer, with author Bill Mueller;
free; for information, call 563-289-4242 or… LeClaire
Community Library, 6:30pm Thu Oct 25
Last Monday Book Club Discussion, light
refreshments will be paired with good conversation;
books for… Silvis Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Oct 29
November
Stranger Than Fiction Book Club, the club takes
a look at the world we’re living in… Fairmount Street
Library, 6:30pm Thu Nov 1
News of the World, a discussion of Paulette Jiles’ book
with the Alpha Book Club; free; for information, call 309-
732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 3pm
Mon Nov 5
Pageturners Book Discussion Group, free; for
information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library,
6:30pm Tue Nov 6
The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu & Their Race
to Save the World’s Most Precious Manuscripts, a
discussion of Joshua Hammer’s book with the Art Lover’s
Book Club; each program includes a short introduction,
discussion led by a Figge docent, and group discussion;
bring a brown bag lunch if desired; for information,
contact Heather at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@
figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 1pm Wed Nov 7
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 19
20 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
LITERARY ARTS /
Readings & Discussions / November
Spider Woman’s Daughter, a discussion of Anne
Hillerman’s novel with the Mystery Book… Bettendorf
Public Library, 9:30am Sat Nov 10
Comics Underground, join us for in-depth discussions
of ground-breaking graphic novels; copies… Davenport
Public Library - Main, 6pm Mon Nov 12
Short & Sweets, discuss short stories while eating
yummy sweets; all registrants receive… Fairmount Street
Library, 10am Mon Nov 12
Underground Book Club, the club explores fiction
of the weird, the under-the-radar, the subversive,…
Davenport Public Library - Main, 6:30pm Mon Nov 12
Get Lit: The Master Butchers Singing Club, a
discussion of Louise Erdrich’s novel; free; for information,
call… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Tue Nov 13
See YA, a book club for adults; find out why so many…
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch,
6:30pm Wed Nov 14
A Land More Kind Than Home, enjoy a cocktail or
two while talking about Wiley Cash’s… Icons Martini,
7pm Tue Nov 20
True Crime Club, whether you obsessively watch
Investigation Discovery, are a devout Ann… Fairmount
Street Library, 6:30pm Tue Nov 20
West End Book Club, adult fiction book club that
meets the third Tuesday of… Fairmount Street Library,
6:30pm Tue Nov 20
A Man Called Ove, a discussion of Fredrik Backman’s
book with the 30/31 Book Club; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
3059 30th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
6:30pm Wed Nov 21
Last Monday Book Club Discussion, light
refreshments will be paired with good conversation;
books for… Silvis Public Library, 6:30pm Mon Nov 26
How to Read Water: Clues and Patterns from
Puddles to the Sea, a discussion of Tristan Gooley’s
book with the Environmental Book… River Action, 7pm
Tue Nov 27
Lilac Girls, a discussion of Martha Hall Kelly’s book
with the Southwest Branch Book Club; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Nov 27
Local History Book Club Discussion, the club is
sponsored by the Colonel Davenport Foundation, and…
7pm Tue Nov 27
Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders
and the Birth of the FBI, a discussion of David Grann’s
novel with the Contemporary Books… Bettendorf Public
Library, 7pm Wed Nov 28
The Marriage of Opposites, a discussion of Alice
Hoffman’s novel with the Contemporary Books
Discussion… Bettendorf Public Library, 1pm Wed Nov
28
The Union Quilters, a discussion of Jennifer
Chiaverini’s book with the Adult Book… LeClaire
Community Library, 6:30pm Wed Nov 28
Book ‘em Mystery Book Club, free; for information,
call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library, 6:30pm Thu
Nov 29
Workshops & Classes
Writer’s Studio, on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of the
month; listen to area writers’ works and brings works to
share; free; for information, call 309-732-7330 or e-mail
mwc@midwestwritingcenter.org, Midwest Writing
Center, Rock Island Public Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, MWCQC.org, 11am Sat Sep 1 thru Sat Nov 17
Quad Cities Writers Group, on the 1st & 3rd Mondays
of the month; dedicated… Davenport Public Library -
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Mon Sep 3 thru Mon
Nov 19
USA VETS Writers’ Studio, workshop and feedback
group for all past and present military personnel; free;
for information, call 309-732-7330 or e-mail mwc@
midwestwritingcenter.org, Midwest Writing Center, Rock
Island Public Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, MWCQC.
org, 1pm Thu Sep 6
Combining History, Imagination, and Truth:
Writing the Well-Researched Novel, held in the Koning
Chapel; a presentation on the intersection… Ridgecrest
Village, 2pm Sun Sep 9
The Cailiffs of Bagdad, Georgia, with Mary Helen
Stefaniak; this Q&A will separate imagination and…
Ridgecrest Village, 3pm Sun Sep 9
Turning Your Memories into a Memoir, Darrell
Lietz will be teaching the skills necessary to begin…
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch,
1:30pm Tue Sep 11
Living Proof Writing Session w/ Ryan Collins,
held in conjunction with the “Living Proof” exhibit
that features more than 50 pieces of art created by
cancer survivors in the tri-state area; participants
will use the artwork in the exhibition as inspiration;
for information, e-mail livingproofexhibit@gmail.
com, Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
LivingProofExhibit.org, 6pm Thu Sep 13
Zine Workshops, free; for information, contact Leslie
Ross at rosslesliem@sau.edu… St. Ambrose University
Library, 7pm Tue Sep 25
USA VETS Writers’ Studio, workshop and feedback
group for all past and present military personnel; free;
for information, call 309-732-7330 or e-mail mwc@
midwestwritingcenter.org, Midwest Writing Center, Rock
Island Public Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, MWCQC.
org, 1pm Thu Oct 4
Zine Workshops, free; for information, contact Leslie
Ross at rosslesliem@sau.edu… St. Ambrose University
Library, 7pm Tue Oct 23
USA VETS Writers’ Studio, workshop and feedback
group for all past and present military personnel; free;
for information, call 309-732-7330 or e-mail mwc@
midwestwritingcenter.org, Midwest Writing Center, Rock
Island Public Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, MWCQC.
org, 1pm Thu Nov 1
Zine Workshops, free; for information, contact Leslie
Ross at rosslesliem@sau.edu… St. Ambrose University
Library, 7pm Tue Nov 27
THEATRE
Performances
Scott & Rock Island Counties
Now Playing
Mamma Mia!, Broadway musical smash inspired by the
pop songs of ABBA,… Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, thru
Sat Sep 15
Dead Man’s Cell Phone, Sarah Ruhl’s comedy of
missed and made connections, directed by Thomas
Alan Taylor; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; “pay what it’s
worth” ticket pricing; for information and tickets, call
563-823-8893, QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave.,
Davenport IA, QCTheatreWorkshop.org, Fri Aug 31 thru
Sun Sep 9
Opening in September
Rabbit Hole, Thu. & Fri. 7:30pm, Sat. 3pm; David
Lindsay-Abaire’s Pulitzer Prize winning family drama …
St. Ambrose University Studio Theatre, Thu Sep 6 thru
Sat Sep 8
Tuesdays with Morrie, Mitch Albom’s dramatic
memoir co-written by Jeffrey Hatcher, directed by Jeff
Ashcraft; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $13; for tickets
and information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters Barn
Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline IL, Playcrafters.com, Fri
Sep 14 thru Sun Sep 23
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 21
The Frog & the Princess, children’s-theatre
adaptation of the classic fairytale; for tickets and
information, call 309-794-7306, Brunner Theatre Center,
Augustana College, 3750 7th Ave., Rock Island IL,
Augustana.edu/tickets, Sat Sep 15 and Sun Sep 16

Mama Won’t Fly, Southern-themed road-trip comedy

by Jamie Wooten, Jessie Jones, and Nicholas… Circa ‘21
Dinner Playhouse, Wed Sep 19 thru Sat Nov 3

Something Rotten!, Tony-winning Elizabethan

musical comedy presented in the Broadway at the
Adler series; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, and for more
information, call 563-326-8522, Adler Theatre, 136 E.
Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 7:30pm Sat
Sep 22

Speech & Debate, Stephen Karam’s teen drama

presented in the Barn Owl series, directed by Max
Moline; $5-8; for information, call 309-762-0330,
Playcrafters Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline IL,
Playcrafters.com, 7:30pm Fri Sep 28 thru Sat Sep 29

Elegies for Angels, Punks, & Raging Queens, song

cycle with music by Janet Hood and lyrics and additional
text by Bill Russell, directed by Shelley Cooper; Fri. &
Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; for information and tickets,
call 309-794-7306, Honkamp Myhre Black Box Theatre,
Augustana College, 3750 7th Ave., Rock Island IL,
Augustana.edu/tickets, Fri Sep 28 thru Sun Sep 30

Opening in October
Rumors, Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun 3pm; Neil Simon’s Tony-
winning, door-slamming farce… Galvin Fine Arts Center,
Fri Oct 5 thru Sun Oct 7
Henry VIII, the Prenzie Players present Shakespeare’s
historical drama, directed by Alaina Pascarella; Thu.-
Sat. 8pm, Sun. 3pm; for tickets and information, call
563-484-4210 or e-mail tickets@prenzieplayers.com,
QC Theatre Workshop, 1730 Wilkes Ave., Davenport IA,
PrenziePlayers.com, Fri Oct 5 thru Sat Oct 13
The Hunchback of Notre Dame, new stage musical,
with songs from Disney’s animated film, based…
Spotlight Theatre & Event Center, Fri Oct 5 thru Sun
Oct 14
A Grand Night for Singing, a fundraising
performance of the Rodgers & Hammerstein musical
revue… Prospect Park Auditorium, Sat Oct 6 thru Sun
Oct 7
The Crucible, Arthur Miller’s drama about the Salem
witch trials, directed by Jennifer Popple; Fri. & Sat.
7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; for tickets and information, call
309-794-7306, Brunner Theatre Center, Augustana
College, 3750 7th Ave., Rock Island IL, Augustana.edu/
tickets, Fri Oct 12 thru Sun Oct 21
The Laramie Project, ensemble drama about the
Matthew Shepard killing by Moises Kaufman and
members of the Tectonic Theater Project, directed by
Cynthia Safford; half of the proceeds witll go to benefit
both the Matthew Shepard Foundation and The Project
of the Quad Cities; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $15; for
tickets and information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters
Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline IL, Playcrafters.com,
Fri Oct 12 thru Sun Oct 14
Quad City Arts Visiting Artists Griffin Theatre with Letters Home @ St. Ambrose University – November 4
Charlotte’s Web, student-performed adaptation of
the E.B. White classic by playwright Joseph Robinette;
Sat. & Sun. 1 & 4pm; $6-8 at the door; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Sat
Oct 13 thru Sun Oct 21
The Rocky Horror Show, do “the Time Warp” again
with the interactive cult musical;… The Circa ‘21
Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Oct 19 thru Sat Oct 27
Opening in November
Letters Home, Quad City Arts’ Visiting Artists series
presents the Griffin Theatre… Galvin Fine Arts Center,
3pm Sun Nov 4
Annie, Tony-winning family musical based on the “Little
Orphan Annie” comic… Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse,
7:45pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
A Wrinkle in Time, James Sie’s adaptation of
Madeleine L’Engle’s beloved sci-fi novel, directed by
Jacque Cohoon; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $13; for
tickets and information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters
Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline IL, Playcrafters.com,
Fri Nov 9 thru Sun Nov 18
Lives of the Saints: Five One-Acts, short comedic
works by Tony-nominated playwright David Ives,
directed by… Scott Community College’s Black Box
Theatre, Fri Nov 9 thru Sun Nov 18
Marjorie Prime, New Ground Theatre presents Jordan
Harrison’s science-fiction drama, directed by… Village
Theatre, Fri Nov 9 thru Sun Nov 18
Pinocchio, family-musical adaptation of the fairytale
classic; with an 11am brunch… Circa ‘21 Dinner
Playhouse, noon Fri Nov 23 thru Sun Nov 25
Outlying Areas
Opening in September
4 Minutes and 28 Seconds, a reading of Sydney
Kuhel’s play, directed by Ashlynn Dale;… University of
Iowa Theatre Building - Room 172, 8pm Fri Sep 7
Kazoo, Young Footliters Youth Theatre presents the
world-premiere production by local… Coralville Center
for the Performing Arts, Fri Sep 7 thru Sun Sep 9
Beehive: The ‘60s Musical, musical tribute female
icons of the ‘60s, with songs by… Timber Lake Playhouse,
Fri Sep 7 thru Sun Sep 16
The Cake, drama by “This Is Us” writer Bekah
Brunstetter about a baker… Riverside Theatre, Fri Sep 7
thru Sun Sep 30
Global Express, a collaboration between the
University of Iowa Department of Theatre… Theatre B -
University of Iowa, 8pm Thu Sep 13
Great Plains Puppet Train, thru Sept. 16; this Regional
Festival through Puppeteers of America… Downtown
West Liberty, Thu Sep 13 thru Sun Sep 16
Battle Creek, a reading of Emmy Palmersheim’s play;
free, but tickets required;… University of Iowa Theatre
Building - Room 172, 8pm Fri Sep 14
Puppet Slam, a Puppet Slam is an opportunity to
perform and watch… Puebla Mexican Restaurant,
8:30pm Fri Sep 14
West Liberty Children’s Festival and Puppet Mini
Fest, the 22nd annual festival will feature five puppet
performances by… Downtown West Liberty, 10am Sat
Sep 15
A Cat Found God, Ben Sulzberger’s presentation in
the Workshop Series, directed by Nicole… Theatre B -
University of Iowa, 8pm Fri Sep 21 and Sat Sep 22
Marjorie Prime, Dreamwell Theatre presents presents
Jordan Harrison’s science-fiction drama, directed by
Jen… Public Space One, 7:30pm Fri Sep 21 thru Sat
Sep 29
Messenger, Gwyneth Forsythe’s presentation in
the Workshop Series, directed by Clara… Theatre B -
University of Iowa, 8pm Fri Sep 28 and Sat Sep 29
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-
Time, City Circle Acting Company of Coralville’s
presentation of Simon Stephens’… Coralville Center for
the Performing Arts, Fri Sep 28 thru Sun Sep 30
22 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Opening in October
Scapin, Bill Irwin and Mark O’Donnell’s comedy adapted
from Moliere, directed… Richmond Hill Barn Theatre,
Thu Oct 4 thru Sun Oct 14
The Odd Couple, the Ohnward Fine Arts Center and
Peace Pipe Players present… Ohnward Fine Arts Center,
Fri Oct 5 thru Sun Oct 7
Northanger Abbey, world-premiere adaptation of
Jane Austen’s first novel by Carol MacVey and… The
University of Iowa’s E. C. Mabie Theatre, Fri Oct 5 thru
Sat Oct 13
Robot Theatre, students from the first-year seminar
course, A Synthetic Performance: Adventures… Theatre
B - University of Iowa, 8pm Sat Oct 6
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Sleepy Hollow, A Musical Tale, Young Footliters Youth
Theatre presents a family… Coralville Center for the
Performing Arts, Fri Oct 19 thru Sun Oct 21
Pastoral Play, a presentation in the Workshop Series
written and directed by… Theatre B - University of Iowa,
8pm Fri Oct 26 and Sat Oct 27
The Price, Arthur Miller’s family-drama classic; $30;
Thu.-Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm; $30;… Riverside Theatre, Fri
Oct 26 thru Sun Nov 18
The Cashore Marionettes: Simple Gifts, intricately
carved and masterfully manipulated, the marionettes
of Joseph Cashore bring to life crystalline moments
of melancholy and joy; Sat. & Sun. 1 & 3pm; $10-25; for
information and tickets, call 319-335-1160, Hancher
Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA, Hancher.
UIowa.edu, Sat Oct 27 and Sun Oct 28

HIR, Taylor Mac’s presentation in the Gallery Series,

directed by Sarah… Theatre B - University of Iowa, Thu
Oct 11 thru Sun Oct 14
Love Bird, K.T. Peterson’s presentation in the Gallery
Series, directed by Erica… Theatre B - University of Iowa,
Thu Oct 18 thru Sun Oct 21
Opening in November
Iphigenia Point Blank: Story of the First Refugee,
Lisa Schlesinger’s adaptation of Euripides’ Iphigenia
plays and ancient Greek… The University of Iowa’s David
Thayer Theatre, Thu Nov 1 thru Sun Nov 11

Freud’s Last Session, an imaginary meeting between L.A. Theatre Works: Steel Magnolias, a radio
Freud, the father of psychology, and… Babka Theatre - theatre-style performance of Robert Harling’s classic
University of Dubuque, Fri Oct 19 play; $10-45; for information and tickets, call 319-335- Ballet Quad Cities presents Dracula @ Spotlight Theatre and Event Center – October 19 and 20

1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA,
Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm Fri Nov 2
Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again., Alice Birch’s
presentation in the Gallery Series, directed by Lila…
Theatre B - University of Iowa, Thu Nov 8 thru Sun Nov
11
DANCE
Performances
Quad Cities Ballet Folklorico, performing for
Mercado on Fifth, an outdoor night market featuring
live… Mercado on Fifth, 8pm Fri Aug 31

Escanaba in ‘da Moonlight, Michigan-set hunting Paris En Pointe, Ballet Quad Cities and the St. Ambrose
comedy by Jeff Daniels, directed by Gregg Neulieb;… Music Department partner… Galvin Fine Arts Center, Sat
Richmond Hill Barn Theatre, Thu Nov 8 thru Sun Nov 18 Sep 15 and Sun Sep 16

The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Eulenspiegel Puppet
Theatre presents a fun version of the old… Owl Glass
Puppetry Center, Sat Nov 10
The Sleeping Beauty, musical adaptation from
the original story by Charles Perrault… University of
Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Nov 11
The End of Carousels, Kaylyn Kluck’s presentation
in the Workshop Series, directed by Brian… Theatre B -
University of Iowa, 8pm Fri Nov 16 and Sat Nov 17
The Homecoming, Dreamwell Theatre presents
Harold Pinter’s family drama, directed by Meg… Public
Space One, 7:30pm Fri Nov 16 and Sat Nov 17
Chicago Dance Crash: The Bricklayers of Oz, with
breakdancing and hip-hop for all ages, Crash tells the…
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 7:30pm Fri
Sep 21
Dracula, Ballet Quad Cities performs a stage adaptation
of Bram Stoker’s… Spotlight Theatre & Event Center,
8pm Fri Oct 19 thru Sat Oct 20
Momix: Opus Cactus, the energetically physical dance
company presents a much-loved work grounded in the
teeming life and landscape of the American southwest;
$10-45; for information and tickets, call 319-335-1160,
Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA,
Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm Wed Oct 24

Ailey II, a company of 12 on their-way-to-the-top

Auditions & Calls For Entry
Disney’s Beauty & the Beast, the City Circle Acting
Company of Coralville presents auditions for… Coralville
Public Library, Fri Sep 7 thru Sat Sep 8
Call for Directorial Staff: 42nd Street, thru Sept. 19;
all applications are welcomed for Director, Music… Quad
City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, thru Sep 19
Call for Directorial Staff: Disney’s Beauty and the
Beast, thru Sept. 19; all applications are welcomed for
Director, Music… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park
Auditorium, thru Web Sep 19
dancers and a repertory… Englert Theatre, 6pm Sun
Nov 4
Classes & Events
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes,
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap,
Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of
Dance, Thu Aug 30 thru Wed Nov 28
The Nutcracker Auditions: Ages 7-11, auditions for
Ballet Quad Cities December 8 - 10 production… Ballet
Quad Cities Studio, Sat Sep 8

Call for Directorial Staff: Jesus Christ Superstar,
thru Sept. 19; all applications are welcomed for
Director, Music… Quad City Music Guild - Prospect Park
Auditorium, thru Wed Sep 19
Call for Directorial Staff: Sister Act, thru Sept. 19; all
applications are welcomed for Director, Music… Quad
City Music Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, thru Wed
Sep 19
The Nutcracker Auditions: Ages 12 & Up, auditions
for Ballet Quad Cities December 8 - 10 production…
Ballet Quad Cities Studio, Tue Sep 11
Dinner with Dracula, the Ballet Quad Cities fundraiser
will include hors d’oeuvres, cocktails,… Spotlight
Theatre & Event Center, 5pm Sat Oct 20

Miracle in Bedford Falls, auditions for the musical COMEDY

adaptation of “It’s a Wonderful Life”… Quad City Music
Guild - Prospect Park Auditorium, Fri Sep 21 thru Sun Weekly
Sep 23
ComedySportz, Fri. & Sat. 7pm; interactive comedy
with the area’s long-running… The Establishment, 7pm
Fri Aug 31 thru Sat Nov 24
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Circumstantial Comedy Show, on Sundays; for
information, call 563-424-5506… Brew, 10pm Sun Sep 2
thru Sun Nov 25
Stand Up Comedy Open Mic, on Mondays, hosted by
Douglas Hernandez; for information, call 309-517-1944…
Broken Saddle, 8pm Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Nov 26
Butchers Hook Comedy w/ Ryan Proctor, on
Tuesdays; a stand-up-comedy open mic night; for
information, call… Meat Market, 9pm Tue Sep 4 thru
Tue Nov 27
Comedy Open Mic, on Wednesdays; 6:30pm sign-up,
7:30pm performances; for information, call 319-363-
0606… Penguin’s Comedy Club, 7:30pm Wed Sep 5 thru
Wed Nov 28
August & September
Guys in Ties, improv comedy with the nationally
touring comedians who combine wit,… The Black Box
Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Aug 31
The Late Nite Shows: It’s Your Fault, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Aug 31
The Late Nite Shows: Wisenheimer, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Sep 1
The Late Nite Shows: Shakespeared!, sketch
comedy and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or…
The Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Sep 7
Speakeasy Laugh Hard Comedy Challenge:
Round 1, some of the best comedians from across the
Midwest and… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Sep 8
The Late Nite Shows: True Story, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Sep 8
The Late Nite Shows: Survivor, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Sep 14
Speakeasy Laugh Hard Comedy Challenge:
Round 2, some of the best comedians from across the
Midwest and… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Sep 15
The Late Nite Shows: 309, sketch comedy and
improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Sep 15
Guys in Ties, improv comedy with the nationally
touring comedians who combine wit,… The Black Box
Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Sep 21
Rodney Carrington @ Adler Theatre – October 12
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 23
The Late Nite Shows: Friday, sketch comedy and
improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Sep 21 and Fri Sep 28
Open Source Improv, improvisational comedy for
adults with veterans of ComedySportz, Livewire, the…
The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Sep 22
The Late Nite Shows: Saturday, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Sep 22 and Sat Sep 29
Speakeasy Laugh Hard Comedy Challenge:
Finals, some of the best comedians from across the
Midwest and… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Sep 29
October
Henry Rollins, join Rollins for an intimate evening as he
tells the… Englert Theatre, 8pm Wed Oct 3
The Late Nite Shows: It’s Your Fault, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Oct 5
Open Source Improv, improvisational comedy for
adults with veterans of ComedySportz, Livewire, the…
The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Oct 6
The Late Nite Shows: Wisenheimer, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Oct 6
Rodney Carrington, an evening with the comedian,
actor, and writer who has recorded eight major record
label comedy albums selling over 3 million copies;
$44.75-179.75; for tickets, call 800-745-3000, Adler
Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport IA, AdlerTheatre.com,
7pm Fri Oct 12
The Late Nite Shows: Shakespeared!, sketch
comedy and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or…
The Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Oct 12
The Late Nite Shows: Saturday, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Oct 13
The Capitol Steps, an evening of political sketch
comedy and songs; $36.50-48.50; for… Englert Theatre,
7pm Tue Oct 16
Guys in Ties, improv comedy with the nationally
touring comedians who combine wit,… The Black Box
Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Oct 19
The Late Nite Shows: Survivor, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Oct 19
24 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
ART
CONTINUED
COMEDY / October
Breathe and The Grayed Air The Late Nite Shows: 309, sketch comedy and
improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Thursday, August 30, through Friday, October 12 Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Oct 20
@ Quad City Arts Center, 1715 Second Avenue, Rock Island, IL
Craig Ferguson, an evening with the Grammy-
E ncaustic pieces and mixed-media works by artists nominated, Emmy- and Peabody Award-winning
from both sides of the Mississippi River will be comedian, Rhythm City Casino Resort Event Center, 7077
Elmore Ave., Davenport IA, RhythmCityCasino.com, 8pm
on display in Rock Island through October 12, as the Fri Oct 26
Quad City Arts Center presents Breathe, a collection of
works by Carol Hamilton of Harvard, Illinois, and The The Late Nite Shows: Friday, sketch comedy and
Grayed Air, a creative assemblage by the Davenport- improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
based Matt Pulford. Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Oct 26
The encuastic works in Hamilton’s Breathe are
inspired by the artist’s practice of mediation, with The Late Nite Shows: Saturday, sketch comedy
each of the elements in Hamilton’s work symbolizing and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Oct 27
or representing an element of the meditation Carol Hamilton’s Portal in Breathe exhibit @ Quad City
experience. The horizontals in Hamilton’s pieces
Arts Center -- through October 12
symbolize balance and/or clarity, and the artist’s November
luminous work, which invites close examination of its details, contrasts deep textural and sculptural treatment
of the wax with extremely smooth, glossy surfaces. Saturated colors and the ability to see layers provide The Late Nite Shows: It’s Your Fault, sketch comedy
additional treats for the viewer. As Hamilton shares in her Artist Statement at CarolJHamiltonArtist.com: “It is the and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
plasticity and luminosity of the wax that draws me to it. The marks an artist makes on the canvas are a type of Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Nov 2
journey, and at the same time, a historical record of that journey. Working with beeswax and pigments evolved
Open Source Improv, improvisational comedy for
out of my love of process and materials and nature. I work in encaustic because there is nothing I want to say adults with veterans of ComedySportz, Livewire, the…
that I can’t say with it.” The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Nov 3
The Grayed Air exhibit delivers new works by Pulford, a mixed-media artist and Moline native whose interest
in painting and installation work is inspired by the great outdoors. In Pulford’s Artist Statement at MattPulford. The Late Nite Shows: Wisenheimer, sketch comedy
com, he writes: “There is not a more dominant inspiration behind my work than the open, expansive landscape. and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
I long for escapes from our modern, cluttered everyday, seeking wide-open areas where I immerse myself Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Nov 3
within the sensory stimuli of natural light, sound, and other such ephemera. My yearning for these experiences
manifests itself in dissimilar yet intertwining styles of work. There are whimsical abstractions where elements The Late Nite Shows: Shakespeared!, sketch
comedy and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or…
such as quilts and trees fly through the sky, and there are darker narratives touching on ritual, lore, and death.” The Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Nov 9
Both Hamilton and Pulford are concerned with the senses and the way we experience our environments.
Whether they involve actual texture in the form of beeswax or implied movement within abstract The Late Nite Shows: Saturday, sketch comedy
environments, the pieces encourage viewers to become aware of, and appreciate, the objects and spaces and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
around them. Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Nov 10
The Quad City Art Center’s gallery hours are Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays
from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is free. For more information, call (309)793-1213 or visit QuadCityArts.com. Guys in Ties, improv comedy with the nationally
touring comedians who combine wit,… The Black Box
Theatre, 7:30pm Fri Nov 16
The Late Nite Shows: Survivor, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Nov 16
The Wonder Bread Years, a fresh and funny salute
to Americana starring Pat Hazell, the… University of
Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 7:30pm Fri Nov 16
Bobby Bones Red Hoodie Comedy Tour, standup
comedy and country music with the youngest-ever
inductee in… Riverside Casino Event Center, 7pm Sat
Nov 17
Eric Gales @ The Redstone Room – October 11
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Celeste Barber, an evening with the actor, comedian,
and social media superstar… Englert Theatre, 8pm Sat
Nov 17
The Late Nite Shows: 309, sketch comedy and
improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Nov 17
The Cranjis McBasketball World Tour, an
evening with the New York-based comedy troupe The
Tenderloins,… TaxSlayer Center, 7:30pm Mon Nov 19
The Late Nite Shows: Friday, sketch comedy and
improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Fri Nov 23
The Late Nite Shows: Saturday, sketch comedy
and improvisational games for ages 17+; $5 or… The
Establishment, 9:30pm Sat Nov 24
Pimprov, an evening of improv with the Chicago
touring comedians; $12-15;… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy,
8pm Sat Nov 24
MUSEUMS
Sound Mind Sound Body: Turnverein Traditions
Exhibit, focused on physical education, acrobatics, and
exercising… German American Heritage Center, The
Aug 30 thru Sat Sep 15
Steam Circus: The Colorful World of Carousels,
the exhibit will feature beautiful pieces of… German
American Heritage Center, Thu Aug 30 thru Sun Oct 21
Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely,
Clumsy, Busy Exhibit, the first North American
traveling exhibit for… Family Museum, Thu Aug 30 thru
Sun Sep 9
Tallgrass to Knee High: A Century of Iowa
Farming, thru Oct. 28; this exhibition will look at crops,
conservation,… Herbert Hoover Presidential Library &
Museum, Thu Aug 30 thru Sun Oct 28
State Historical Society of Iowa’s Mobile Museum,
the 300-square-foot museum is housed in a… Mt.
Pleasant, Thu Aug 30 thru Mon Sep 3
German American Heritage Center 8th Annual
Fall Frolic Gala, events will include a cocktail hour and
a silent auction… Davenport Outing Club, 5pm Fri Sep 7
Second Saturdays at the German American
Heritage Center, children and students with a valid ID
are welcome to… German American Heritage Center,
10am Sat Sep 8 thru Sat Nov 10
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 25
From Humble Stew to Elegant Kaffee, with Antje
Petty from the Max Kade Institute in Madison,… German
American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Sep 9

Murder and Mayhem in Scott County, local author

and historian John Brassard Jr. leads you down…
German American Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Sep 23

Special Needs Night, the museum will open its doors

after hours for an… Family Museum, 5:30pm Fri Oct 12

MOVIES
September
Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House, a Classic
Film Society screening starring Cary Grant, Myrna Loy,
Melvin… Marycrest Senior Campus, 6:30pm Sat Sep 8

Avengers: Infinity War, a screening of the Marvel hit

in the Monday Movie… LeClaire Community Library,
1:30pm Mon Sep 10

Coffee and a Movie Morning, join us for a cup of

coffee and a free movie showing from our extensive
move collection; movies are intended for adults for 18
and up, with ratings starting at PG; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 9:30am Mon Sep 10

Raiders of the Lost Ark, a screening of the 1981

hit in the “Coffee And a Movie Morning” series; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 9:30am Mon Sep 10
Movie Matinee, on the 2nd Tue. of the month; $2-5;
for information… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm
Tue Sep 11
Marvel Movie Night, we’ll be showing a relatively new
release movie based on the bestselling comic “Thor:
Ragnarok” enjoy free popcorn, plus pick up a guide to
the Marvel Cinematic Universe; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 5pm Thu Sep 13
Recent Releases, see a film recently released on DVD;
free; for information,… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Fri Sep 14
Dragon Ball Z: Broly – The Legendary Super
Saiyan, in addition to the fully remastered with English
dub anime… Rave Cinemas Davenport 53rd 18 + IMAX,
Sat Sep 15 thru Mon Sep 17
Afternoon Classic Films, watch your favorites return
to the screen and enjoy a… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Wed Sep 19
Gleason, a documentary screening in the “Visio Divina
through Film” series;… Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat,
5pm Wed Sep 19
Digimon Adventure tri.: Future, the third in a three-
title series adapted from the popular Digimon… Rave
Cinemas Davenport 53rd 18 + IMAX, 7:30pm Thu Sep 20
Impractical Jokers @ TaxSlayer Center – November 19
Classic Movie, on the 4th Tue. of the month; $2-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 1pm Tue Sep 25
October
Coffee and a Movie Morning, join us for a cup of
coffee and a free movie showing from our extensive
move collection; movies are intended for adults for 18
and up, with ratings starting at PG; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 9:30am Mon Oct 8
Valkyrie, a screening of the 2008 hit in the “Coffee
And a Movie Morning” series; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 9:30am Mon Oct 8
Movie Matinee, on the 2nd Tue. of the month; $2-5;
for information… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm
Tue Oct 9
The Ghost Army, screening of the documentary about
a secret U.S. Army unit… Orpheum Theatre, 7pm Thu
Oct 11
Halloweenapalooza 2018, Prescribed Films, an
independent film group located in… Hotel Ottumwa, Fri
Oct 12 and Sat Oct 13
Recent Releases, see a film recently released on DVD;
free; for information,… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Fri Oct 12
Afternoon Classic Films, watch your favorites return
to the screen and enjoy a… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Wed Oct 17
Classic Movie, on the 4th Tue. of the month; $2-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 1pm Tue Oct 23
November
Dragon Ball Z Saiyan Double Feature, featuring
“Dragon Ball Z: Bardock – The Father of Goku”… Rave
Cinemas Davenport 53rd 18 + IMAX, Sat Nov 3 thru
Mon Nov 5
Recent Releases, see a film recently released on DVD;
free; for information,… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Fri Nov 9
Coffee and a Movie Morning, join us for a cup of
coffee and a free movie showing from our extensive
move collection; movies are intended for adults for 18
and up, with ratings starting at PG; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 9:30am Mon Nov 12
Solo: A Star Wars Story, a screening of the
summertime hit in the “Coffee And a Movie Morning”
series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 9:30am Mon Nov
12
Movie Matinee, on the 2nd Tue. of the month; $2-5;
for information… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm
Tue Nov 13
Afternoon Classic Films, watch your favorites return
to the screen and enjoy a… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Wed Nov 21
Friday Feature, free; for information, call 563-344-4175
or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 10:30am Fri Nov 23
Classic Movie, on the 4th Tue. of the month; $2-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 1pm Tue Nov 27
SPORTS
Learn to Skate, six-week courses on Thursdays and
Saturdays; for information, call 563-328-7275… River’s
Edge Complex, Thu Aug 30 thru Sat Nov 24
Quad Cities River Bandits vs. Peoria Chiefs,
Class A minor-league baseball; $7-20; for tickets and
information, call 563-324-3000, Modern Woodmen Park,
Davenport IA, Sat Sep 1 thru Mon Sep 3
Robin Moreland Memorial Fall Speed Show, there
will be open arena from 8-9am with warm-up sessions…
Black Hawk College East Campus, 8am Sun Sep 2
Robin Moreland Memorial Fall Speed Show, there
will be open arena from 8-9am with warm-up sessions…
Black Hawk College East Campus, 8am Sat Sep 8
26 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
MUSIC
All Senses Engaged: Year Two
I
n 2017, the last three days of September
and the first of October brought an
unexpected surprise. The All Senses
Festival debuted its multi-media enterprise
last year with more than 20 artistic perfor-
mances and was held at Rozz-Tox, the Rock
Island Brewing Company (RIBCO), and
the Figge Art Museum. Though smaller in
scale compared to other regional festivals,
in particular Iowa City’s Mission Creek, All
Senses had, judging by the number of the
acts, its own Homeric air to it.
For 2018 – specifically, Tuesday,
September 25, through Saturday, Sep-
tember 30 – the fest has updated its roster
and expanded its reach. The Figge will
kick off festivities again, this time with
composer Tim Story’s installation The
Röedelius Cells, an “immersive audio
Emma Ruth Rundle
experience” involving the piano works of
Hans-Joachim Röedelius (see sidebar). In
addition to Story’s closing talk about Cells,
Thursday will feature a short-film program
with live-score performances by Brian Barr
(of Abseethe), Jason Horas (Archeress), and
Emma Ruth Rundle. The Figge will also
host that day Ford Photography presenta-
tion “Cinema at the Figge, Volume 12:
Guitar & Drums,” with the feature film
being Milford Graves Full Mantis, a profile
of the legendary percussionist.
On Friday and Saturday, Rozz-Tox will
split music and poetry performances (the
FACS
latter courtesy of the Midwest Writing
Center) with RIBCO. Friday evening,
Rozz-Tox will host the electronic-jazz
act Jack Lion (composer/bassist/pianist
Drew Morton and trumpeter/drummer/
mixer Brian Smith, from Iowa City); a jam
session featuring guitarists Bill MacKay
and Douglas McCombs (of Brokeback,
Tortoise, and Eleventh Dream Day fame),
and drummer Charles Rumback; and the
enticing mixture of psychedelia, noise, and
free jazz that is The Crown Larks.
Meanwhile, at RIBCO, Sinner Frenz
(Luke Tweedy and Brendan Lee Spen-
gler, from Lone Tree, Iowa) bring their
“electronic music for people that listen to
rock music and hi-fi dance music for noise
punks”; the singer-songwriter Emma
Ruth Rundle, from Los Angeles, who is
touring behind her forthcoming On Dark
Horses album (due September 18); and the
minimalist post-punk of FACS, featuring
guitarist/singer Brian Case and drummer
Noah Leger (from the immolated Chicago
band Disappears) and bassist Alianna
Kalaba (who hitherto drummed for Cat
Power and We Raggazi), who released
Negative Houses in March.
Saturday at Rozz-Tox will feature the
synthesizer compositions of Brendan
Wells, originally from Des Moines; the
dark, dancy soundtracks of Nathaniel
David Utesch, a.k.a. Metavari, from Fort
Wayne, Indiana; the Chicago quintet
Dos Santos, who play a bewitching brew
of traditional Latin music, jazz, cumbia,
salsa, and punk, and are promoting their
June album Logos; and Snooty & the Snout
Pouch, which takes the psychedelic pop of
the Rock Island-based Condor & Jaybird
and the brooding/theatric atmospherics
of Peoria’s The Golden Fleece and smacks
them together headlong. (Which is to say:
Be ready for anything.)
RIBCO will feature the stoner-doom
metal of Telekinetic Yeti, from Dubuque;
Nest Egg, from Asheville, North Carolina,
who define their sound as “mood music
for nihilists” and are touring behind their
April release Nothingness is Not a Curse;
and the straight-up, no-muggles doom-
metal of Chicago’s Bongripper, flogging
their July release Terminal.
Sunday will feature the open-air Low-
land Block Party, which will be held in the
green space adjacent to Rozz-Tox (you can’t
miss it) and feature Matt Hart (class of
‘17) hosting Poetry Church; an antique flea
market and art fair; a punk-rock yard sale;
live music from NEVERNEW, Chrash,
Morton Wa Byombe, Randy Leasman,
and Sean Ryan (The Dawn); Djing, cour-
tesy of Just Let Go; new and used records;
food vendors; tarot readings; and whatever
else occurs to them ahead of the initial
release of their flier.
And with that, the event will fade into
history, a memory filled with bands,
poetry, film, and food – but mostly music.
What the Area Needed
Benjamin Fawks, the owner of Rozz-Tox
(2108 Third Avenue, Rock Island), was an
early and avid participant in what became
the All Senses Festival, saying, “It’s what
the area needed, really – something it
hadn’t seen in a long while.” Fawks lays
credit for the fest with Bob Herington, the
owner of Ragged Records (418 East Second
Street, Davenport).
In turn, Herington claimed his original
vision as having a heavier psychedelic/
Telekinetic Yeti
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
By Michael Helke
progressive edge, but “once I involved
other people” – particularly Josh Ford, who
organizes the Thursday-night film-series
screenings at the Figge Art Museum (225
West Second Street, Davenport), and Ryan
Collins with the Midwest Writing Center
(401 19th Street, Rock Island) handling
the readings – “it kind of changed the
direction of what we were looking for,
[though we were] still wanting to do things
that aren’t necessarily featured at other
festivals.” Herington still wanted to feature
psych, prog, jazz, experimental, “and more
fringe-based-type stuff.” But he noticed the
scope of the fest expanding after involving
other people such as Jason Parris (who with
brother Justen manages WAKE Brewing at
2529 Fifth Avenue in Rock Island), who has
booked metal and punk acts for RIBCO
(1817 Second Avenue, Rock Island), broad-
ening the artistic palate that much more.
Herington also connoted a lack of enthu-
siasm for the festivals he attended – they
betrayed a sameness of format in their
approaches, be they, say, straight indie or
alt-country acts. “There’s a lot of psych
fests, too, around the country,” Herington
said. And “psych” as an identifier has suf-
fered from overuse, as “a lot of the bands
that use the term ‘psych,’ I think, seem to
be influenced by Sixties [rock],” though the
genre is not synonymous with everything
derived from that acid-dropping era.
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 27

Herington wanted to feature more elec-
tronic acts this time around, such as Sinner
Frenz, while endeavoring to retain the
mind-bending element of psych and prog
acts – thus giving All Senses its eclectic
character.
Given the array of talent secured for this
year’s fest, one of the more felicitous pos-
sibilities is local venues broadening their
selection of artists, too. Elevating artistic
vitality could attract fans who’d otherwise
gone to ground culturally, attract acts
from further afield geographically, and
encourage an outward-spiraling, econom-
ically-reinforcing effect locally. That said,
Herington has an aversion to repetitive-
ness, wishing to minimize the presence of
acts who’ve played one of the All Senses-
participating venues within months of the
event or are just coming off other festivals
– though Iowa City-based bands, such as
Frenz, aren’t dismissed out of hand because
of their participation in their own local
fests. “Something that always kind of bugs
me,” Herington said, “is when clubs in
town just keep booking the same things
over and over and over again, because they
did okay the first time: ‘Let’s have this band
play again for the seventh time in four
years!’ I think that kind of gets old.”
Sound people understand drums, bass,
guitars, vocals. When a couple of guys
show up with massive module rigs and four
Direct Inputs, they are sometimes not sure
what to do. It can yield some interesting
results, but not always the way we plan it.”
Also, says Tweedy, “[We] bring our
Salvation Sound System. It allows us much
more control over the sound, and generally
is what we intend for the audience to hear.
The entire goal of that is not necessarily
volume, but clarity. I want it to sound crisp
without being strident. I don’t want sizzle,
but want definition.” Plus, there’s “the full
audio and visual set up. We have a video
synth that we hook to the audio synth, so
the sounds can be seen, not just heard. We
only bring that to certain shows, as it is
a big production, and a lot more to move
around, but when we do, people dig it. I
know I certainly do.”
those inroads and take different [musi-
cal] approaches. I’ve never been a purist
of one style of music; I always like to mix
things. [My music] was drawing from a lot
of different sources, and coming here was
interesting because at first I was looking
to start a more rock-oriented band and
wasn’t really hooking up with the people
[for that] very well, and since I improvised,
I gravitated to various jazz circles and got
involved with a lot of people through the
Velvet Lounge … .
“But my material was still in line with
what I would have written for a rock- or
folk-oriented band. I started to make some
interesting early waves. But yeah, it’s been
a long and interesting trajectory. It seemed
long and incremental, but then you have
those jumps. You jump to a new plateau
sometimes.” The Life of Cells:
A prolific and creative artist, MacKay
released two albums in 2017, both released Tim Story Waxes
Röedelius
on Drag City Records: the solo Esker, and
Spiderbeetle, his collaboration with fellow
guitarist Ryley Walker from Rockford. By Michael Helke
Tim Story found his true calling while
enrolled at the University of Toledo
in the late Seventies as an English
Literature major. Upon graduating in
1980, he began recording ambient

Speaking for Themselves music, starting with 1981’s Threads.

The preservation of a youthful perspec-
tive is the paradoxical promise that stands
at the center of artistically-adventurous
enterprises – and music is no exception.
The following are a selection of performers
with whom I spoke in anticipation of their
appearance at All Senses Fest, Year Two.
Sinner Frenz has just started out this
year, and this will be the duo’s first show
in the Quad Cities. “People see the set-up
and are always intrigued,” said Luke
Tweedy. “[Our act] is knobs, wires, and
flashing lights. There is no computer, yet
it is clearly electronic music, made by a
couple of guys steeped in rock.” Interest-
ingly, Tweedy and his partner, Brendan Lee
Spengler, approach their format “with very
little knowledge and no real background
in electronic, techno, EDM, or any of the
other genres people are normally making
with these things. I don’t listen to that
stuff, and do not seek it out. I don’t want it
to influence my choices. I like rock music,
so I am kind of trying to figure out how to
make that, with these insane instruments.
It is all just me and Brendan trying to have
fun, and seeing who wants to come along
for the ride.”
Thus far, Tweedy – who got his start in
Iowa City’s The Shadow Government in
the previous decade – and Spengler have
got their on-stage science down to a magic.
One form it takes is “we show up with our
modular rigs … . Those are generally first-
slot-of-the-night-type gigs. I love them,
but they are sometimes a bit of a dice roll.
Sinner Frenz
Last year, Bill MacKay played an
improvised solo-guitar set at Rozz-Tox that
was, according to his audience, not just
some guy futzing around on guitar, but
really beautiful. This time around, MacKay
returns with Charles Rumback, a longtime
Chicago fixture who’s divided his work
between jazz and folk-rock, and Douglas
McCombs, renowned for his work with
Tortoise and Eleventh Day Dream. They
have gigged together various times around
Chicago within the past two years; their
Rozz-Tox set on September 28 will be their
first-ever out-of-town gig.
Originally from Pittsburgh, MacKay
relocated to Chicago in 1998. “Chicago’s
been great,” MacKay said. “I’ve met so
many wonderful musicians here, and it’s
something where there’s continually new
things brewing in new combinations,
I think, you know, an openness of a lot
of players to doing things outside their
normal scope, [which] has led to a lot of
exciting new things.”
MacKay feels his trio work comes out
of that artistically heterogeneous setting.
“We’re familiar with each other,” MacKay
said, “but also there’s sub-circles through-
out these circles [of activity].” Starting out
fresh was challenging but rewarding: “It
was that classic thing of just getting to a
place where you’re not particularly known
for anything by anybody, so you make
Bill MacKay
I caught Alex Chávez on a break with
Dos Santos, en route to Atlanta. (“Total
metal van life” is how he puts their circum-
stances.) They debúted in 2013, and have
been racking up accolades ever since with
their culturally-diverse sound, mixing
Latin music (Mexican folk, cumbia, salsa)
with American R&B, jazz, punk, and
psychedelia. They were a featured artist
at 2015’s South-by-SouthWest festival in
Austin, Texas, and awarded that same year
“Chicago’s Best Emerging Artist” in The
Deli magazine’s Readers Poll.
Originally from Texas, Chávez, who
provides guitar, keyboards, and vocals, has
lived in Chicago for the past eight years.
Drummer Daniel Villarreal-Carrillo
migrated to the city from Panama 20 years
ago. Bassist Jaime Garza lived a bi-cultural
life, growing up dividing his time between
Chicago and Mexico; percussionist Peter
“Maestro” Vale divided his between the
Windy City and Puerto Rico. Nathan
Karagianis, another Chicagoan, is of Greek
descent. Of the quintet, Chávez is the rela-
tive newcomer.
“We all met from different music scenes
in the city,” Chávez said, “and when you
Continued On Page 49
His collaborations with the German
musician Hans-Joachim Röedelius
began with 2000’s Persistence of
Memory. It continues with their
recent installation, The Röedelius Cells,
showing at the Figge Art Museum
from September 25 through 27. Story
cordially consented to explain their
project.
TS: [The Röedelius Cells] was created
out of thousands of bits of samples
of Joachim’s [piano] playing. Some of
them are an entire phase, like eight or
nine seconds repeated; some are as
short as a third of a second; and it’s the
addition of all these together. If you
stood still in the middle [of the floor],
you would have sort of a Surround
experience: You would hear all these
parts coming [from eight different
speakers]. It’s made to be moved
around in because the composition
definitely changes when you get closer
to the individual speakers. This sort of
connective tissue of the piece falls away
and you’re exposed to just the little bits
that make it up.
Read the full interview online at
RCReader.com/y/timstory2018
28 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
SPORTS
Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen, minor-league
hockey game; for tickets, call 309-277-1364… TaxSlayer
Center, 7:10pm Sat Oct 20
Robin Moreland Memorial Fall Speed Show, there
will be open arena from 8-9am with warm-up sessions…
Black Hawk College East Campus, 8am Sat Oct 20
Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen, minor-league
hockey game; for tickets, call 309-277-1364… TaxSlayer
Center, 7:10pm Fri Oct 26
IHSA Western Horse Shows, support the Black Hawk
College IHSA… Black Hawk College East Campus, 10am
Sat Oct 27 and Sun Oct 28
Quad City Storm vs. Peoria Rivermen, minor-league
hockey game; for tickets, call 309-277-1364… TaxSlayer
Center, 7:10pm Sat Nov 3
Quad City Storm vs. Birmingham Bulls, minor-
league hockey game; for tickets, call 309-277-1364…
TaxSlayer Center, 7:10pm Fri Nov 9 thru Sat Nov 10
IHSA Western Horse Shows, Nov. 17 & 18; support
the Black Hawk College IHSA… Black Hawk College East
Campus, 10am Sat Nov 17 and Sun Nov 18
Quad City Storm vs. Pensacola Ice Flyers, minor-
league hockey game; for tickets, call 309-277-1364…
TaxSlayer Center, 7:10pm Fri Nov 23 thru Sat Nov 24
OTHER EVENTS
Scott & Rock Island Counties
August & September
Meditation Garden, open for prayer sunrise to sunset;
walk… Meditation Garden, thru Fri Aug 31 thru Wed
Oct 31
Historic Tours of the 1911 Hauberg Mansion,
on Fridays at 1 & 2:30pm; 45-minute docent-led tours,
with… Hauberg Civic Center Mansion, Fri Aug 31 thru
Fri Nov 16
Marvel Universe Live: Age of Heroes, this all-new
show unites Spider-Man, the Avengers,… TaxSlayer
Center, 7pm Fri Aug 31 thru Sun Sep 2
Mercado on Fifth, with DJ Alex and Quad Cities Ballet
Folklorico performing at… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm Fri
Aug 31
Show Your RME Ticket: Free Bowling, show your
River Music Experience ticket the day of the… Blackhawk
Bowl & Martini Lounge, 11am Fri Aug 31
Beth Calabotta Swim Challenge, a fundraiser
for metastatic breast cancer open to swimmers of…
Davenport West High School, 7am Sat Sep 1
Winery Tour, start the outing in the Village of East
Davenport with… Wide River Winery Tasting Room -
Village of East Davenport, 1pm Sat Sep 1
Free Tours of Locks and Dam #15, one-hour tours at
10am & 2pm… Mississippi River Visitor Center, Sat Sep 1
and Sun Sep 2
Rock Island Grand Prix, the largest and safest go-kart
racing event… The District of Rock Island, 8am Sat Sep
1 and Sun Sep 2
Village of East Davenport Walking Tour, on
Saturdays; tour-goers will get to learn about what used
to and… Village of East Davenport, 10am Sat Sep 1 thru
Sat Sep 8
QuadCity FoodForest Garden Day, Saturdays thru
September; help us work in the gardens; for… QuadCity
FoodForest, 10am Sat Sep 1 thru Sat Sep 29
Bingo! Credit Island, on Wednesdays; doors & Kitchen
open at 4pm, games start… Credit Island, 6pm Wed Sep
5 thru Wed Sep 26
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
19th Annual Senior Citizen Riverfront Golf Cart
Tour, hosted by River Action; the tours will utilize
existing riverfront… River Action, 11:30am Thu Sep 6
First Friday in LeClaire, with fun food and cocktail
sampling at the Mississippi River… Downtown LeClaire,
5pm Fri Sep 7
Mercado on Fifth, with Sunset Salsa Group, rankie Joe
& Kinfolk, and the WIU… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm Fri Sep 7
Viva La Divas Drag Show, featuring award-winning
performers from across the Midwest; $10-12; for tickets…
The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Sep 7
Our Big Fat Greek Festival, annual weekend event
that shares the culture, food, and traditions… St. George
Greek Orthodox Church, Fri Sep 7 and Sat Sep 8
Show Your RME Ticket: Free Bowling, show your
River Music Experience ticket the day of the… Blackhawk
Bowl & Martini Lounge, 11am Fri Sep 7
Nick Teddy 5K, on Main Street and Great River Trail;
annual fundraiser for… Downtown Port Byron, 9am Sat
Sep 8
QC Brewery Excursion, join Brendan from altSTATES
Travel in our 12-passenger van for an outing to three
breweries in the Quad Cities; hear the stories of how
these locals breweries got started, learn about the
brewing process, try some great beers, and discover
the area’s brewing history; $49 excursion price includes
a brewery tour, a pint at each brewery, transportation
between breweries, and more; for information, call 563-
265-3191, Great River Brewery, 332 E. 2nd St., Davenport
IA, AltStatesTravel.com/beer, 1pm Sat Sep 8
VIVA Quad Cities 25th-Anniversary Celebration,
a fun-packed fiesta highlighting Latino culture, music,
dance, food…LeClaire Park, Davenport IA, noon Sat
Sep 8
Annual Ronald Reagan BBQ, with guest speakers,
fundraising, games, outdoor family fun, and more;…
Pinnacle Country Club, 2pm Sun Sep 9
La Pulga on Fifth, a bi-weekly flea market; for
information, call 309-314-5778… La Pulga on Fifth, 9am
Sun Sep 9 thru Sun Sep 23
Pet Memorial Day, for information, call 563-324-
5121… Oakdale Memorial Gardens, Mon Sep 10
Ethnic Food Shopping Excursion, discover the
sights and smells of some of the unique… Black Hawk
College Outreach Center, 7am Tue Sep 11
Mercado on Fifth, with Glenview Mariachi Band and
LULAC Night; an outdoor night… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm
Fri Sep 14
Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk, held
annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the
Alzheimer’s… TaxSlayer Center, 8am Sat Sep 15
Annual Chamber of Commerce Riverboat Twilight
Dinner Cruise, … Celebration Belle Landing, Sat Sep
15
Eastern Neighborhood Party, help us celebrate
Library Card Sign-Up Month with games, food,…
Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm
Sat Sep 15
Night Sky Viewing With the Popular Astronomy
Club, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, Uranus, Neptune,
M31 (Andromeda Galaxy), NGC457… Niabi Zoo, 7:30pm
Sat Sep 15
River Action’s 13th Annual Taming of the Slough
Mississippi River Adventure Race, hosted by River
Action; paddle, mountain bike, and run your… Sylvan
Island, 7am Sat Sep 15
Victorian Walk, for information, call 563-324-5121…
Oakdale Memorial Gardens, Sat Sep 15
Sixth Annual Fall Belgian Festival, with live music
by the Happy Belgians, Lily De Taeye,… Stephens Park,
noon Sun Sep 16
iHeart Bridal Fair, annual event with over 60 vendors
in participation ranging from… TaxSlayer Center, 10am
Sun Sep 16
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 29
Clue: A Life-Size Board Game, he classic mystery
game with life size pieces and you… McGehee Center in
Schadt Park, 6pm Sat Oct 20

Night Sky Viewing With the Popular Astronomy

Club, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune,
Gamma Andromedae (yellow & blue… Niabi Zoo, 6pm
Sat Oct 20

Mercado on Fifth, with a Dia de los Muertos trunk or

treat and… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm Fri Oct 26

Fall Fun Day, after the parade, stop by the Main library;
we’ll play… Davenport Public Library - Main, 2:30pm
Sat Oct 27

Friends of the Moline Public Library Foundation

OverFlow Booksale, all items 25 cents; free; for
information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library,
10am Sat Oct 27

Theresa Caputo Live! The Experience, TV’s “Long

Island Medium” will share personal stories about her
life… TaxSlayer Center, 7:30pm Sat Oct 27

November
First Friday in LeClaire, with fun food and cocktail
sampling at the Mississippi River… Downtown LeClaire,
5pm Fri Nov 2

Viva La Divas Drag Show, featuring award-winning

Primus @ Adler Theatre – October 3 performers from across the Midwest; $10-12; for
tickets… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Nov 2

A Walking Tour through Riverside Cemetery, take QC CROP Hunger Walk Fundraiser, for every slice Mercado on Fifth, with DJ Chuy; an outdoor night Knit/Crochet Circle, on Wednesdays; free; for
a guided tour with Cemeteries Division Manager Todd sold, Antonella’s II will donate $1 to… Antonella’s II market featuring live music,… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library,
Slater… Riverside Cemetery, 5pm Thu Sep 20 Sicilian Pizzeria, 11am Sat Sep 29 Fri Oct 12 5:30pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 14

Speakeasy Trivia Night w/ Mr. Trivia, for
information, call 309-786-7733, ext. 2… The Circa ‘21
Speakeasy, Thu Sep 20
Manscape Male Burlesque Revue, trip-teasing with
the touring male performers; $12-15; for tickets and…
The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Sep 21
Greater Quad Cities Renaissance Faire, 11am-
6pm; annual Medieval experience with jousting, live
performances, strolling acts,… Credit Island Park, 11am
Sat Sep 29 and Sun Sep 30
Bags & Brews, annual fundraising event features beer
from local breweries and a… The Stardust, Sun Sep 30
Bottom’s Up Quad City Burlesque, local burlesque
with the Quad Cities’ premiere troupe and area… The
Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Oct 13
Knit/Crochet Circle, on Wednesdays; free; for
information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public Library,
5:30pm Wed Oct 17 thru Wed Oct 31
Bingo! Credit Island, on Wednesdays; doors & Kitchen
open at 4pm, games start… Credit Island, 6pm Wed Nov
7 thru Wed Nov 28
TableTop Game Day, drop in and play something from
our collection of games,… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 1pm Fri Nov 9

Mercado on Fifth, with Sonora Sazon de Antano; an
outdoor night market featuring… Mercado on Fifth,
5pm Fri Sep 21
2018 NAMIWalks Greater Mississippi Valley, a fun,
family-friendly 5K walk with proceeds used to provide…
Modern Woodmen Park, Davenport IA, 8am Sat Sep 22
Chess Club, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 11:30am Sat Sep 22
September Staycation, an all-new, family-friendly
event to encourage Rock Islanders to get… Great River
Plaza, Sat Sep 22
Trivia Night in LeClaire, tables of 8; $10 per person;
Mulligans and refreshments available… LeClaire Civic
Center, 6:30pm Sat Sep 22
Quad Cities Marathon, annual 26.2-mile marathon
covering five races, four cities, three bridges,… TaxSlayer
Center, 7am Sun Sep 23
Show Your RME Ticket: Free Bowling, show your
River Music Experience ticket the day of the… Blackhawk
Bowl & Martini Lounge, 11am Mon Sep 24
All Senses Festival 2018, held at the Figge Art
Museum, RIBCO, and Rozz-Tox… Tue Sep 25 thru Sun
Sep 30
Diamonds & Divas, annual fundraising event featuring
a cocktail reception, hors d’oeuvres, a… Jumer’s Casino
& Hotel, 5:30pm Thu Sep 27
Mercado on Fifth, with DJ Menos; an outdoor night
market featuring live music,… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm
Fri Sep 28
Quad City Hot Air Balloon Festival, there will be
tethered rides for… Quad Cities Balloon Festival, 4pm Fri
Sep 28 and Sat Sep 29
Local Author Book Sale, there will be books for every
reader, including fiction, romance,… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Sat Sep 29
Mercado on Fifth, with DJ Guerrero; an outdoor night Black Hawk College 5K Hustle, run or walk the
October market featuring live music,… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm rolling hills and scenic roads of… Black Hawk College -
Fri Oct 19 Quad City Campus, 8am Sat Nov 10
Bingo! Credit Island, on Wednesdays; doors & Kitchen
open at 4pm, games start… Credit Island, 6pm Wed Oct Saturday Night Live Trivia, an entire fundraising Bob’s Burgers Party, a party in the theme of “Bob’s
3 thru Wed Oct 31 event dedicated to SNL trivia; $80/table of… Knights of Burgers”; costumes welcome;… Davenport Public
Columbus - Davenport, 7pm Fri Oct 19 Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Sat Nov 10
First Friday in LeClaire, with fun food and cocktail
sampling at the Mississippi River… Downtown LeClaire, Chess Club, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or Gourmet Shopping for the Holidays, discover the
5pm Fri Oct 5 e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public sights and smells of some of the unique… Black Hawk
Library, 11:30am Sat Oct 20 College Outreach Center, 7am Thu Nov 15
Mercado on Fifth, with Crooked Cactus Band, Frankie
Joe & Kinfolk, and pumpkin… Mercado on Fifth, 5pm
Fri Oct 5
Viva La Divas Drag Show, featuring award-winning
performers from across the Midwest; $10-12; for
tickets… The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Fri Oct 5
Astronomy Night, learn about space and observe
stars and planets with the Popular Astronomy Club
using high-powered telescopes and the club’s mobile
observatory; free; for information, call 309-732-7323,
Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 7:30pm Sat Oct 6
Nate Staniforth, an evening with the magician,
performer, writer, traveler, and former… The Stardust,
7pm Sat Oct 6
Quad Cities Archives Crawl, join Quad Cities cultural
and historical organizations to learn more… Davenport
Public Library - Main, 10am Sat Oct 6
47th Annual Quad Cities CROP Hunger Walk,
registration begins at 1pm; help raise money to fight
hunger locally and globally while enjoying a picturesque
walk, Freight House Farmer’s Market, 421 W River Dr,
Davenport IA, Facebook.com/qccropwalk, 2pm Sun
Oct 7
La Pulga on Fifth, a bi-weekly flea market; for
information, call 309-314-5778… La Pulga on Fifth, 9am
Sun Oct 7 thru Sun Oct 21
Speakeasy Trivia Night w/ Mr. Trivia, for
information, call 309-786-7733, ext. 2… The Circa ‘21
Speakeasy, Thu Oct 11 Demun Jones @ RIBCO – October 13
 30 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
OTHER EVENTS /
Scott & Rock Island Counties / November
Kwik Star Festival of Trees: Cheers! Beer & Wine
Tasting Party, with live entertainment and food
and spirits from local distributors;… RME (River Music
Experience), 5:30pm Thu Nov 15
Speakeasy Trivia Night w/ Mr. Trivia, for
information, call 309-786-7733, ext. 2… The Circa ‘21
Speakeasy, Thu Nov 15
Festival of Trees: Grand Premiere Party,
celebrate the opening of Festival of Trees; $60-70; for
information,… Davenport RiverCenter, 6:30pm Fri Nov
16
Kwik Star Festival of Trees: Silver Bell Social,
party dedicated to our senior friends age 55 and over;…
Davenport RiverCenter, 9am Fri Nov 16
Bottom’s Up Quad City Burlesque, local burlesque
with the Quad Cities’ premiere troupe and area… The
Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 8pm Sat Nov 17
Chess Club, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 11:30am Sat Nov 17
Festival of Trees: Holiday Parade, the event will
be broadcast live by KWQC-TV6; for information,…
Downtown Davenport, 10am Sat Nov 17
Night Sky Viewing With the Popular Astronomy
Club, Mercury, Saturn, Mars, Uranus, Neptune, Eta
Cassiopiae (yellow & orange… Niabi Zoo, 4:30pm Sat
Nov 17
Puzzle Exchange, bring in your gently used puzzles
(with no missing pieces,… Silvis Public Library, 2pm Sat
Nov 17
Kwik Star Festival of Trees, annual Quad City Arts
fundraiser featuring more… Davenport RiverCenter, Sat
Nov 17 thru Sun Nov 25
Kwik Star Festival of Trees: Military Day, thru Nov.
25; annual Quad City Arts fundraiser featuring more…
Davenport RiverCenter, 10am Sun Nov 18
Festival of Trees: Sizzlin’ Soiree, 10th Anniversary
event featuring shopping, dinner, a fashion show, an…
Golden Leaf Banquet & Convention Center, 5pm Mon
Nov 19
Festival of Trees: Sugar Plum Ball, an evening of
dinner, dancing, entertainment, and magical moments
for… Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 6pm
Tue Nov 20
Amy Helm @ The Redstone Room – October 7
Festival of Trees: Celebrity Lunch, a fundraiser
for the arts, local celebrities will serve your lunch and
perform dazzling feats of talent to help raise money
for a good cause; 11am holiday cheer hour, noon lunch;
$45-50; for information, call 309-793-1213, Radisson
Quad City Plaza Hotel, 111 E. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
QCFestivalOfTrees.com, 11am Wed Nov 21
Cookie Exchange, bakers old and young are
encouraged to bring two dozen… Silvis Public Library,
1pm Sat Nov 24
Kwik Star Festival of Trees: Family Day, thru Nov.
25; annual Quad City Arts fundraiser featuring more…
Davenport RiverCenter, 9am Sat Nov 24
Outlying Areas
September
Geneseo Farmer’s Market, on Pearl Street; with
vendors selling locally grown seasonal… Geneseo City
Park, 8am Sat Sep 1 thru Wed Oct 31
Lectio Divina through Current Writers, with Linda
Clewell, Oblate of St. Benedict; the Book for… Our Lady
of the Prairie Retreat, 6pm Thu Sep 6
Women of Scripture Leading the Way, thru Sept. 15,
with Barbara Reid, OP, Scripture scholar. DVD… Our Lady
of the Prairie Retreat, 5pm Sun Sep 9
Witching Hour 2018 Fundraiser, he evening will
include food provided by Devotay, drinks from…
Downtown Iowa City, 5pm Wed Sep 12
Menke Observatory Public Star Party, beginning
at sunset, St. Ambrose University opens its observatory
to… Wapsi River Environmental Center, 8pm Sat Sep 15
Weaving our Generations through Song, with Liz
Rog; whether you’re a terrified or confident singer,…
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, noon Sun Sep 16
Tuning into our Inner and Outer Guidance as
We Move Forward in Life, with Cynthia Huffman,
SoulCollage facilitator; learn the basics and explore…
Our Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9:30am Tue Sep 18
Come to the Quiet: Praying in Sound, with Pat Shea;
the geese honking, the chimes singing, the… Our Lady
of the Prairie Retreat, 9:30am Wed Sep 19
Harvest Native Seeds For Prairie Restoration, the
National Park Service is looking for volunteers to help…
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, 9am Sat Sep 22
“Putting Food By” the Old-Fashioned Way, with an
abundance of tomatoes and green beans, it’s time… Our
Lady of the Prairie Retreat, 9:30am Wed Sep 26
October & November
Ye Olde Country Store Bazaar, crafts and baked
goods will be available for purchase and… New Era
Lutheran Church, 11am Wed Oct 3
Welcome to Night Vale w/ Erin McKeown, a twice-
monthly podcast in the style of community updates
for… Downtown Iowa City, Thu Oct 4
Cirque Éloize: Hotel, a new work co-commissioned
by Hancher, “Hotel” features the perfect blend of the
company’s exceptional circus skills and distinctive
sensibility; $10-45; for information and tickets, call 319-
335-1160, Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa
City IA, Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm Fri Oct 5
Witching Hour 2018, presented by The Englert
Theatre and… Downtown Iowa City, Fri Oct 12 and Sat
Oct 13
Haunted Illusions, master illusionist David Caserta
has people levitating, disappearing, and reappearing…
University of Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 7:30pm Tue
Oct 23
Miss Blackhawk Valley Scholarship Pageant, the
pageant will be celebrating 70 years as an official…
Rockridge High School Auditorium, 7pm Sat Nov 3
LECTURES
August & September
Building a Bridge for the Future: The I-74
Mississippi River Bridge Project, River Action
hosts a Channel Cat Talk with Danielle Mulholland,…
Riverbend Commons Dock, 9am Thu Aug 30
Best Management Practices within an Urban /
Riparian Interface, River Action hosts a Riverine Walk
with Brittany Ackerland, City… River Action, 9am Sat
Sep 1
100 Years of the National Park Service,
accomplished cultural geographer Norman Moline
will present highlights of NPS history and then focus
on sites in Illinois and adjacent states; his remarks will
also describe the important influence of the NPS on
the development of state parks in the U.S.; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Thu Sep 6
How Do We Know Which Animals Need Our Help?,
led by Dr. Kira Mileham; we will look at how… Niabi Zoo,
6:30pm Thu Sep 6
Backyard Bees, find out how many bees are in a hive,
which… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue
Branch, 2pm Sat Sep 8
Small Business and Non-Profit Website
Strategies, Andy Shearouse will share some of the
strategies that Augustana’s EDGE Center has built over
more than 20 years of web development for local small
businesses and non-profits; from communication
strategies to figuring out the puzzle of search engine
optimization, this program will cover a number of
strategies for creating or improving a business/
organization website; free; for information, call 309-732-
7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm
Tue Sep 11
Battle of the Meuse-Argonne, a presentation in the
library’s chronological examination of World War I by
Army Sustainment Command historian George Eaton;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Wed Sep 12
Our Neighbors, the Amish, presented by Don &
Dianne Kramer of Dyersville; learn about… LeClaire
Community Library, 5:30pm Wed Sep 12
Cokie Roberts: An Insider’s View of Washington
D.C., the political commentator and bestselling author
will offer her unique perspective on the goings-on in the
nation’s capital; free; for information, call 319-335-1160,
Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa City IA,
Hancher.UIowa.edu, 7:30pm Wed Sep 12
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
The Spanish Influenza of 1918 and the Impact on
the Tri Cities, a Black Hawk College Lifelong Learner
Lunch; lunch at 11:30am with… Quad City Botanical
Center, 11:30am Wed Sep 12
Creating Your Exclamation Point Life! 3 Keys to
Generating New Results, a Quad Cities Institute of
Noetic Sciences meeting with Anne… Bettendorf Public
Library, 6:30pm Thu Sep 13
History Talk on Douglas Park, learn about the park’s
connection to the NFL, who the… Hauberg Civic Center
Mansion, 7pm Thu Sep 13
Prehistoric Quad Cities with Ferrel Anderson,
journey through time as Ferrel Anderson of the Quad
Cities Archeological Society discusses prehistoric Quad
Cities area mound builders and the Spirit Path; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Mon Sep 17
World Affairs Council: Introduction to Sikhism,
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm
Tue Sep 18
Community Connections: Historical Breweries of
the Quad City Ares, free; for information, call 563-344-
4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 1:30pm Thu Sep 20
Dan Lerner: The Green Room, an evening with the
speaker, teacher, and strengths-based performance
coach;… Englert Theatre, 7pm Mon Sep 24
Creative Collective, participants are asked to
volunteer to teach the rest of… Davenport Public Library
- Main, 6:30pm Tue Sep 25
Genealogical Perspectives: Hard Drive
Organization, Part 1 & 2, learn about a proven way
to improve your computer’s hard… Davenport Public
Library - Main, 6:30pm Tue Sep 25
How Fake News Might Save Journalism, join us
for a discussion led by Dr. David Schwartz, professor of
journalism and media at Augustana College; take a look
at the current media climate in an interactive discussion
about fake news vs. credible news, and how to tell the
difference; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Tue Sep 25
Fall Harvest of Horticulture Workshop, presented
by University of Illinois Extension; with Martha Smith
on… Blackhawk Bank & Trust - Aledo, 9am Sat Sep 29
October
Kathy Eldon: The Green Room, an evening with
the teacher, journalist, author, and film and… Englert
Theatre, 7pm Mon Oct 1
I Am Historical!; LGBTQ History and Queer World
Making 1880-1920, Caroline Radesky will talk about
her research for her dissertation… Davenport Public
Library - Main, 6pm Tue Oct 2
The Government Bridge: A History, an informative
narrative of one of the Quad Cities’ bridges;… Moline
Public Library, noon Fri Oct 5
Community Connections: Fourth Wall Films’
Axman, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 12:30pm Tue Oct 9
Ambrose Women for Social Justice Conference:
Gender, Narrative, and Justice – Sharing Stories,
Seeking Solutions, featuring 10am, 11am, & 1pm
workshops, a noon lunch roundtable, 2pm keynote
speaker Elizabeth Acevedo... Rogalski Center - St.
Ambrose University, 9:30am Wed Oct 10
Country School: One Room - One Nation, a Black
Hawk College Lifelong Learner Lunch; lunch at 11:30am
with… Quad City Botanical Center, 11:30am Thu Oct 11
Remote Viewing, a Quad Cities Institute of Noetic
Sciences meeting with Joe… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Thu Oct 11
Mysterious Creatures of Illinois: From Bigfoot to
Vampires, free; for information, call 309-524-2440…
Moline Public Library, noon Fri Oct 12
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Casey Gerald: The Green Room, an evening with
the author of “There Will Be No… Englert Theatre, 7pm
Mon Oct 15
Hunting for Elusive Creatures with Paranormal
Investigator Chad Lewis, this presentation focuses
on Chad’s travels in search of the… LeClaire Community
Library, noon Sat Oct 20
Pop Culture U: Comics, Gaming, Entertainment,
free and family friendly… St. Ambrose University Library,
10am Sat Oct 20
21st Annual Frieze Lecture Series: Modern
Lives, Dr. Emily Cranford, visiting assistant professor
of French, discussing Ourika, an 1823 novella by
Claire de Duras; held in conjunction with the Figge
Art Museum exhibition “French Moderns: Monet to
Matisse, 1850-1950,” on display through January 6; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 2pm Tue Oct 23
Creative Collective, participants are asked to
volunteer to teach the rest of… Davenport Public Library
- Main, 6:30pm Tue Oct 23
World Affairs Council: Mass Shootings in America
– Causes & Solutions, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm Tue Oct 23
21st Annual Frieze Lecture Series: Modern Lives,
Dr. Kiki Kosnick, assistant professor of French, speaking
on Guy de Maupassant; held in conjunction with the
Figge Art Museum exhibition “French Moderns: Monet
to Matisse, 1850-1950,” on display through January 6;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 2pm Tue Oct 30
November
Snap Judgment Live, the storytelling phenomena
electrifying audiences nationwide, created by Glynn
Washington;… Englert Theatre, 7pm Thu Nov 1
Alabama @ TaxSlayer Center – October 13
Hanukkah, Ramadan and Christmas, a Black Hawk
College Lifelong Learner Lunch; lunch at 11:30am with…
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 11:30am Mon
Nov 5
21st Annual Frieze Lecture Series: Modern Lives,
Dr. Taddy R. Kalas, professor of French, speaking on Émile
Zola, the French novelist, critic, and political activist; held
in conjunction with the Figge Art Museum exhibition
“French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950,” on
display through January 6; free; for information, call
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 2pm Tue Nov 6
Legends of Scott County, presented by the “Kitchen
Table” historian John Brassard, who will… LeClaire
Community Library, 6:30pm Wed Nov 7
Near-Death Experience, a Quad Cities Institute of
Noetic Sciences meeting with Dr.… Bettendorf Public
Library, 6:30pm Thu Nov 8
31
Renewable Energy: Greener Earth Means
Green in Your Pocket, geared toward business,
municipalities, school districts, and the general public;
designed to build a momentum toward sustainability
in the Quad Cities region, provide general knowledge
about renewable energy, and highlight the businesses,
cities, and schools that are already doing exciting
things; with a keynote speaker, a panel presentation,
highlights of plans in the works, vendors, a roundtable
discussion, and more; 8:30am registration, 9am-12:30pm
presentations, Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th
Avenue Rock Island IL, PACGQC.org, 9am Fri Nov 9
21st Annual Frieze Lecture Series: Modern
Lives, Dr. Claire Kovacs, director of the Augustana
Teaching Museum of Art , speaking on “Our Moderns:
Världen är liten: Modern Swedish & American Works
from the Augustana Teaching Museum of Art”; held
in conjunction with the Figge Art Museum exhibition
“French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850-1950,” on
display through January 6; free; for information, call 309-
732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 2pm
Tue Nov 13
Armistice, The Russian Expedition, and Occupation
of Germany, a presentation in the library’s chronological
examination of World War I by Army Sustainment
Command historian George Eaton; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 2pm Wed Nov 14
Community Connections: Rock Island Arsenal
During World War I, free; for information, call 563-
344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 1:30pm Thu Nov 15
Creative Collective, participants are asked to
volunteer to teach the rest of… Davenport Public Library
- Main, 6:30pm Tue Nov 27
World Affairs Council: Hollywood & the CIA,
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 7pm
Tue Nov 27
32 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
COURSES
August & September
Drop-In Tech Help, bring in any device and we will
give it a… LeClaire Community Library, 2pm Fri Aug 31
American Sign Language: Beginning, Tuesdays
thru Oct. 23; $159; for information and to register,…
Black Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 6pm Tue Sep 4
Resume Creation Lab, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm Sat Sep 8
Survive the 9 to 5, free; for information, call 563-344-
4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 5pm Mon Sep 10
Technology Open Lab, on Fridays; if you have a tech
question, get individualized assistance with questions
about personal devices, social media, email, internet,
general questions, etc; help provided on a drop-in,
first come, first served basis; if your question is about
a personal device, please bring it; if it is about email or
social media, make sure you know your user name and
password; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Fri Sep 14
thru Fri Sep 28
Buon Appetito! Italian Cuisine with Vanessa,
native Italian Vanessa Jasper will teach us how to make…
LeClaire Community Library, 11am Sat Sep 22
Black Hawk College’s 47th Annual College Night,
in the gym in Building 3; students can visit with… Black
Hawk College - Quad City Campus, 5pm Thu Sep 27
FAFSA Workshop with Illinois Student Assistance
Commission, learn all you need to know and set up a…
Silvis Public Library, 10am Sat Sep 29
Focus on Fall Master Gardeners Conference,
featuring more than 20 breakout sessions on topics
important to… Scott Community College, 8am Sat Sep
29
October & November
Device Advice, if you want to learn how to download
ebooks, eaudiobooks, music… Fairmount Street Library,
2pm Sat Oct 6
Device Advice, if you want to learn how to download
ebooks, eaudiobooks, music… Davenport Public Library
- Main, 2pm Tue Oct 9
Technology Open Lab, if you have a tech question,
get individualized assistance with questions about
personal devices, social media, email, internet, general
questions, etc; help provided on a drop-in, first come,
first served basis; if your question is about a personal
device, please bring it; if it is about email or social media,
make sure you know your user name and password; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Fri Oct 12 thru Sun Oct 28
Technology Open Lab, if you have a tech question,
get individualized assistance with questions about
personal devices, social media, email, internet, general
questions, etc; help provided on a drop-in, first come,
first served basis; if your question is about a personal
device, please bring it; if it is about email or social media,
make sure you know your user name and password; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Thu Oct 18
Survive the 9 to 5, free; for information, call 563-344-
4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 3pm Sat Oct 20
Resume Creation Lab, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 4pm Mon Oct 22
Technology Open Lab, if you have a tech question,
get individualized assistance with questions about
personal devices, social media, email, internet, general
questions, etc; help provided on a drop-in, first come,
first served basis; if your question is about a personal
device, please bring it; if it is about email or social media,
make sure you know your user name and password; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Sun Oct 28
Technology Open Lab, if you have a tech question,
get individualized assistance with questions about
personal devices, social media, email, internet, general
questions, etc; help provided on a drop-in, first come,
first served basis; if your question is about a personal
device, please bring it; if it is about email or social media,
make sure you know your user name and password; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Fri Nov 9
Immigration and Citizenship Drop-In Workshop,
free; for information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public
Library, 10am Sat Nov 10
Technology Open Lab, if you have a tech question,
get individualized assistance with questions about
personal devices, social media, email, internet, general
questions, etc; help provided on a drop-in, first come,
first served basis; if your question is about a personal
device, please bring it; if it is about email or social media,
make sure you know your user name and password; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Fri Nov 16
MEETINGS
Weekly & Bi-Weekly
Citizens to Reform DHS (Illinois Child and Family
Services), on the 1st & 3rd Sat. of the month; lunchtime
discussions on… Rock’s Anchor Cafe, noon Sat Sep 1
thru Sat Nov 17
Ecumenical Fellowship Church, on the 1st & 3rd Sat.
of the month; lunchtime discussions on… Rock’s Anchor
Cafe, noon Sat Sep 1 thru Sat Nov 17
Ecumenical Fellowship Church Bi-Monthly
Luncheon, on the 1st & 3rd Sat. of the month; lunchtime
discussions on… Rock’s Anchor Cafe, noon Sat Sep 1
thru Sat Nov 17
Quad City Dog & Cat Breeders Association
Meeting, on the 1st & 3rd Sat. of the month; lunchtime
discussions on… Rock’s Anchor Cafe, noon Sat Sep 1
thru Sat Nov 17
Ecumenical Fellowship Church Outdoor Worship,
on Sundays, with a potluck or cookout following;
locations TBD;… 11am Sun Sep 2 thru Sun Nov 25
Ecumenical Fellowship Church Pot Luck Bible
Study, on Sundays in Parsonage; for information and
Theresa Caputo @ TaxSlayer Center – October 27
directions, call 563-676-8656… 6pm Sun Sep 2 thru
Sun Nov 25
Emotions Anonymous, on Mondays; a self-help group
based on 12-step traditions… St. John’s Lutheran Church
- Rock Island, 6pm Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Nov 26
Stitching Group, on Wednesdays; bring whatever craft
you are working on, from… River Valley District Library,
5pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
September
Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting, featuring a
featured presentation; guests can attend the Beginners
SIG… Butterworth Center, 7pm Mon Sep 3
AD/HD Support Group Lunch Brunch, learn
how other adults cope with their AD/HD, share your
experiences… Pizza Ranch, noon Wed Sep 12
Cookbook Club, register and check out the pre-
selected cookbook available at the… East Moline Public
Library, 5:30pm Mon Sep 17
QCMUG (Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group)
Meeting, with a special program/presentation on
Macintosh Applications or hardware, and… Bettendorf
Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Sep 18
AD/HD Support Group, learn how other adults cope
with their AD/HD, share your experiences, and get
useful information about resources in the Quad Cities;
this support group is geared towards the concerns of
adults dealing with AD/HD and similar conditions; due
to the topics that our group attendees may need to
address, children are not permitted at these meetings,
Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817 11th Ave., Moline IL,
Facebook.com/groups/QCJUSTADDFRIENDS, 3:30pm
Sat Sep 22
Introduction to a Miss America Pageant, meet
present and some former titleholders, and there will
be… Butterworth Center, 1pm Sat Sep 22
October
Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting, featuring a
featured presentation; guests can attend the Beginners
SIG… Butterworth Center, 7pm Mon Oct 1
AD/HD Support Group Lunch Brunch, learn
how other adults cope with their AD/HD, share your
experiences,… Pizza Ranch, noon Wed Oct 10
Cookbook Club, register and check out the pre-
selected cookbook available at the… East Moline Public
Library, 5:30pm Mon Oct 15
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
QCMUG (Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group)
Meeting, with a special program/presentation on
Macintosh Applications or hardware, and… Bettendorf
Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Oct 16
AD/HD Support Group, learn how other adults cope
with their AD/HD, share your experiences, and get
useful information about resources in the Quad Cities;
this support group is geared towards the concerns of
adults dealing with AD/HD and similar conditions; due
to the topics that our group attendees may need to
address, children are not permitted at these meetings,
Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817 11th Ave., Moline IL,
Facebook.com/groups/QCJUSTADDFRIENDS, 3:30pm
Sat Oct 20
November
Quad Cities Computer Society Meeting, featuring a
featured presentation; guests can attend the Beginners
SIG… Butterworth Center, 7pm Mon Nov 5
AD/HD Support Group Lunch Brunch, on the 2nd.
Wed of the month; learn how other… Pizza Ranch, noon
Wed Nov 14
AD/HD Support Group, learn how other adults cope
with their AD/HD, share your experiences, and get
useful information about resources in the Quad Cities;
this support group is geared towards the concerns of
adults dealing with AD/HD and similar conditions; due
to the topics that our group attendees may need to
address, children are not permitted at these meetings,
Deere-Wiman Carriage House, 817 11th Ave., Moline IL,
Facebook.com/groups/QCJUSTADDFRIENDS, 3:30pm
Sat Nov 17
Cookbook Club, register and check out the pre-
selected cookbook available at the… East Moline Public
Library, 5:30pm Mon Nov 19
QCMUG (Quad Cities Macintosh Users Group)
Meeting, with a special program/presentation on
Macintosh Applications or hardware, and… Bettendorf
Public Library, 6:30pm Tue Nov 20
HEALTH
Weekly & Bi-Weekly
Chair Aerobics, on Tuesdays & Thursdays; work out at
your own pace;… First Presbyterian Church - LeClaire,
10am Thu Aug 30 thru Tue Nov 20
Yoga, on Thursdays; for information, call 563-729-
1296… Above the Barre Dance Academy, 7pm Thu Aug
30 thru Thu Nov 15
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Yoga: All Levels, on Thursdays, with Johanna
Welzenbach-Hilliard; $14 drop-in, $120 10-class pass;
you… Above the Barre Dance Academy, 6:30pm Thu
Aug 30 thru Thu Nov 15
Yoga in the Village: For Fibromyalgia and Chronic
Pain, with Johanna Welzenbach-Hilliard; Tue. 9:30am,
Fri. 10am; $50 once a week; $90 twice… 1401 Belle
Avenue, 10am Fri Aug 31 thru Thu Nov 27
Yoga in the Village: All Levels, with Johanna
Welzenbach-Hilliard; Mon. 5pm, Wed. 5:30pm; $50 once
a week; $90 twice… 1401 Belle Avenue, 5pm Mon Sep 3
thru Wed Nov 28
Café Therapy, on the 1st & 3rd Wed. of the month; a
judgement-free zone where people can openly discuss
their personal… The Center, 6:30pm Wed Sep 5 thru
Wed Nov 28
Grief Support Group, on the 2nd & 4th Tue. of the
month; for information, call 309-314-5605… First
Presbyterian Church of East Moline, 10am Tue Sep 11
thru Tue Sep 25
September
Guided Mindfulness: Meditation in the Galleries,
practitioners will be guided in ways to calm the mind and
body, and to bring awareness to the present moment;
meditations will be led by experienced meditation
practitioners from the Prairie River Sangha; free; for
information and to register, contact Brooke Wessel:
bwessel@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm
Sun Sep 2
Medicare Q&A with SHIIP, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 9am Wed Sep 5
Mindfulness Meditation, Wednesdays thru Sept.
26; $35; for information and to register,… Black Hawk
College - Quad City Campus, 6pm Wed Sep 5
Yoga for Beginners, Wednesdays thru Sept. 26;
$50; for information and to register,… Indigo Wellness
Moline, 3pm Wed Sep 5
Active Endeavors Health & Fitness Expo, the
Expo brings together athletes, family members, sports
enthusiasts, and… TaxSlayer Center, 9am Sat Sep 22
October & November
Medicare Q&A with SHIIP, free; for information, call
563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 9am Wed Oct 3
Jade Bird @ Triple Crown Whiskey Bar and Raccoon Motel – October 5
Guided Mindfulness: Meditation in the Galleries,
practitioners will be guided in ways to calm the mind and
body, and to bring awareness to the present moment;
meditations will be led by experienced meditation
practitioners from the Prairie River Sangha; free; for
information and to register, contact Brooke Wessel:
bwessel@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm
Sun Oct 7
Lifestyle Medicine, an event in the “How Not to Die”
discussion series; with Dr. Cheryl True, MD; details on
how this emerging field helps you find your best health;
True leads a community-based health improvement
class(CHIP) with physical therapist Beth Bryant that
teaches the tenets of lifestyle medicine, and how
certain lifestyle choices affect chronic diseases; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Mon Oct 8
Quad Cities Eating Disorders Conference, with
keynote speaker Jenni Schaefer, author of “Life Without
Ed”… Stoney Creek Inn Convention Center, 8am Sat
Oct 13
How Not to Diet, the Relationship Between Food
& Chronic Disease, an event in the “How Not to Die”
discussion series; with Beth Bryant, DPT; a Quad City
physical therapist for almost 35 years, Bryant leads a
community-based health improvement class (CHIP)
with Dr. Cheryl True that teaches the tenets of lifestyle
medicine, and how certain lifestyle choices affect
chronic disease; free; for information, call 309-732-7323,
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th
St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Mon Oct
15
How to Be a Whole Food Plat Based Athlete, and
Eating Healthy on the Road, an event in the “How
Not to Die” discussion series; with speakers Teri and Del
Preston; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Mon Oct 22
Whole Foods Plant Based Cooking 101 with
Demo, an event in the “How Not to Die” discussion
series; a talk and demonstration by Whole Foods Plant
Based (WFPB) cooking instructor Anne Haring, the owner
of Recipe for Life and a whole foods plant based cooking
instructor; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Mon Oct 29
Grief Support Group, held in the library; for
information, call 309-314-5605… First Presbyterian
Church of East Moline, 10am Tue Nov 6
Guided Mindfulness: Meditation in the Galleries,
practitioners will be guided in ways to calm the mind and
body, and to bring awareness to the present moment;
meditations will be led by experienced meditation
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
practitioners from the Prairie River Sangha; free; for
information and to register, contact Brooke Wessel:
bwessel@figgeartmuseum.org, Figge Art Museum, 225
W. 2nd St., Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 5:30pm
Sun Nov 18
Grief Support Group, held in the library; for
information, call 309-314-5605… First Presbyterian
Church of East Moline, 10am Tue Nov 20
SENIORS
Weekly & Bi-Weekly
Billiards, Mon.-Fri.; $2; for information, call 563-386-
7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am Thu Aug 30
thru Wed Nov 28
Euchre, on Thursdays & Fridays; $2-5; for information,
call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors),
12:45pm Thu Aug 30 thru Thu Nov 22
Line Dancing II, on Thursdays; $3-5; for information,
call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors),
2:30pm Thu Aug 30 thru Thu Nov 22
New Horizons Band Practice, on Thursdays; $2-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 12:30pm Thu Aug 30 thru Thu Nov 22
Zumba Gold, on Thursdays; $3-5; for information, call
563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9:30am
Thu Aug 30 thru Thu Nov 22
Bingo, on Fridays; no admission fee, card costs are 25
&… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 12:30pm Fri Aug 31
thru Fri Nov 23
Ceramics I & II, on Fridays; $7-11; for information, call
563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am Fri
Aug 31 thru Fri Nov 23
Golden Tones Chorus Practice, on Fridays; $2-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 9am Fri Aug 31 thru Fri Nov 23
Senior Theatre: Second Avenue Players, on Fridays;
$2-5; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center
for Active Seniors), 10:30am Fri Aug 31 thru Fri Nov 23
Zumba, on Fridays; $3-5; for information, call 563-386-
7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8am Fri Aug 31
thru Fri Nov 23
Bridge, on Mondays & Fridays; $2-5; for information,
call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors),
12:30pm Fri Aug 31 thru Mon Nov 26
Ceramics I, on Mondays & Fridays; $7-11; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 9:30am Fri Aug 31 thru Mon Nov 26
Low-Impact Exercise, Mon., Wed., & Fri.; $3-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 9am Fri Aug 31 thru Wed Nov 28
CASI/RSVP Silver Linings Bell Choir, on Mondays;
$2-5; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center
for Active Seniors), 9:30am Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Sep 24
iPad/iPhone Clinic, on the 1st & 3rd Mon. of the
month, $2-5; for information… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 9am Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Nov 19
Shuffleboard, on Mondays; $2-5; for information, call
563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 2:15pm
Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Nov 26
Ugly Quilts, on Mondays; no sewing experience
necessary; free; for information, call… CASI (Center for
Active Seniors), 8am Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Nov 26
Zumba Gold Toning, on Mondays; $3-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 10:15am Mon Sep 3 thru Mon Nov 26
Genesis Foot Clinic, Mon. & Tue. from 9-11:30am and
1-3pm; $22, reservations required;… CASI (Center for
Active Seniors), Mon Sep 3 thru Tue Nov 27
Canasta, on Tuesdays; $2-5; for information, call 563-
386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue
Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
33
Ceramics II, on Tuesdays from 9:30am-noon or
1-2:30pm; $7-11/session, $9-12/all day; for… CASI (Center
for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Knitting & Crocheting, on Tuesdays; make hats,
scarfs, and mittens for children and… CASI (Center for
Active Seniors), 12:30pm Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Line Dancing I, on Tuesdays; $3-5; for information, call
563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am
Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Line Dancing Lesson, on Tuesdays; free; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 8:30am Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Riverview Manor Blood Pressure Checks, on
Tuesdays; free; for information, call 563-386-7477… CASI
(Center for Active Seniors), 8:30am Tue Sep 4 thru Tue
Nov 27
Senior Technology Clinic, on Tuesdays; $5-7; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 1pm Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Spiritual Devotions, on Tuesdays; free; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 8am Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Nov 27
Trinity Foot Clinic, on the 1st Wed of the month; $25,
reservations required; for information… CASI (Center for
Active Seniors), 1pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 7
Cribbage, on Wednesdays; $2-5; for information, call
563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm
Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
Energizing Yoga, on Wednesdays; $7-10; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 2pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
Evening Bingo, on Wednesdays; 5:30pm doors, 6pm
early-bird bingo, with regular bingo… CASI (Center for
Active Seniors), 6pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
Pinochle, on Wednesdays; $2-5; for information, call
563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm
Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
St. Anthony’s Blood Pressure Checks, on
Wednesdays; free; for information, call 563-386-7477…
CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 8:30am Wed Sep 5 thru
Wed Nov 28
TOPS Meeting, on Wednesdays; the Taking Off Pounds
Sensibly Group; 11:30am weigh-in,… CASI (Center for
Active Seniors), 11:30am Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
T’ai Chi Ch’un, on Wednesdays; $24-36/6 weeks; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 10:25am Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
Zumba Gold, on Wednesdays; $3-5; for information,
call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 9am
Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Nov 28
Genesis Foot Clinic, on the 1st Thu. of the month;
from 9-11:30am and 1-3pm; $22… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), Thu Sep 6 thru Thu Nov 1
Senior Bingo, on the 1st Thu. of the month; for
information… East Moline Public Library, 3pm Thu Sep
6 thru Thu Nov 1
CASI Book Club, on the 1st Fri. of the month; $2-5; for
information… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am Fri
Sep 7 thru Fri Nov 2
Movie Matinee, on the 2nd Tue. of the month; $2-5; for
information… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 1pm Tue
Sep 11 thru Tue Nov 13
Grief Support Group, on the 2nd & 4th Wed. of the
month; donations… CASI (Center for Active Seniors),
9:30am Wed Sep 12 thru Wed Nov 28
Walgreens Medication Review & Blood Pressure
Check, on the 3rd Thu. of the month; free; for
information… CASI (Center for Active Seniors), 10am
Thu Sep 20 thru Thu Nov 15
Classic Movie, on the 4th Tue. of the month; $2-5; for
information, call 563-386-7477… CASI (Center for Active
Seniors), 1pm Tue Sep 25 thru Tue Nov 27
34 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
ARTS & CRAFTS
August & September
Petite Picassos, ages five & under use all of their
senses during a hands-on experience with a story and
art project; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Aug
31
Intro to Clay for High Schoolers, Tuesdays thru Sept.
25; with instructor Carolyn Krueger; learn the… Bereskin
Gallery & Art Academy, 5pm Tue Sep 4
STEAM Homeschool Workshop, on Tuesdays;
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
11:30am Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Sep 25
Crafternoon: Mini Slime!, if you love slime and you
want to have some… LeClaire Community Library, 3pm
Wed Sep 5
Little Makers, on Wednesdays; we’ll have plenty of
craft supplies and a… Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Avenue Branch, 3:30pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Sep 26
STEAM: Biology Basics and Beyond, for grades
3-6; Thursdays thru Oct. 11; with instructor Rebecca…
Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 5:30pm Thu Sep 6
DIY Polymer Clay Sculpture, try your hand at
creating miniature sculptures to take home… Davenport
Public Library - Main, 3pm Sat Sep 8
Monet Impressionism, for grades K-3; Saturdays thru
Sept. 29 with instructor Pat… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 8:30am Sat Sep 8
Saturday STEAM-Azing: Make Slime, fun, hands-
on projects for grades K-6 in science, technology,
engineering, art, and math; free; for information, call
309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 2pm Sat Sep 8
Child’s Play: Create, Explore, Experience, on
Saturdays; designed for preschoolers, but all welcome;
rotating programs… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat
Sep 8 thru Sat Sep 29
Creation Studio Drop-In: DIY Squishies, free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Sep 10
Tinker Lab: Parachutes!, make your own skydiver; be
sure you design the best… LeClaire Community Library,
4pm Mon Sep 10
Sesame Street Live @ TaxSlayer Center – October 4
Kindercraft, on Mondays; finger painting, paper crafts,
and more; crafts designed… Fairmount Street Library,
3:30pm Mon Sep 10 thru Mon Sep 24
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages five
and under; use all of your senses during our hands-on art
project and dress for messiness; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
3059 30th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
10:30am Tue Sep 11
Preschool STEAM: Biology Beginnings, for grades
3-6; Tuesdays thru Oct. 16; with instructors Diane…
Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, Tue Sep 11
Figge Art Program, for elementary-school students;
free; for information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public
Library, 6pm Thu Sep 13
Drawing for Children, for ages 8-12; Saturdays thru
Sept. 29 with instructor Pat… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 10am Sat Sep 15
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead! Chromatography,
chromatography is used every day in professional
chemistry and biology… Silvis Public Library, 11am Sat
Sep 15
Creation Studio Drop-In: Woven Friendship
Bracelet, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 3pm Mon Sep 17
Make a Pocket Stuffie, for elementary-school
students; free; for information, call 309-524-2440…
Moline Public Library, 6pm Mon Sep 17
Teen D.I.Y.: Bulletin Boards, create a personalized
poster sized (16” x 20”) bulletin board;… Silvis Public
Library, 5:30pm Tue Sep 18
Mini Makers: Coloring on Texture, for ages 10
months to three years; sensory play encourages…
LeClaire Community Library, 10:30am Wed Sep 19
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages
five and under; use all of your senses during our
hands-on art project and dress for messiness; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Sep 19
Creation Studio Drop-In: Banned Book Buttons,
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Sep 24
Homeschool Arts, on Mondays; explore a variety of
arts and crafts utilizing… Davenport Public Library -
Main, 1pm Mon Sep 24
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Stem Lab, try your hand at Squishy Circuits, create with
Strawbees, and… Davenport Public Library - Main, 4pm
Tue Sep 25
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages five
and under; use all of your senses during our hands-on
art project and dress for messiness; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 10:30am Fri Sep 28
October
Creation Studio Drop-In, on Mondays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Oct 1 thru Mon Oct 29
Homeschool Arts, on Mondays; explore a variety of
arts and crafts utilizing… Davenport Public Library -
Main, 1pm Mon Oct 1 thru Mon Oct 29
STEAM Homeschool Workshop, on Tuesdays;
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
11:30am Tue Oct 2 thru Tue Oct 30
Crafternoon: DIY Squishies!, these little toys cost on
average $10 so why not… LeClaire Community Library,
3pm Wed Oct 3
STEAM: Biology Basics and Beyond, for grades K-2;
Wednesdays thru Nov. 14; with instructor Rebecca…
Bereskin Gallery & Art Academy, 5:30pm Wed Oct 3
Little Makers, on Wednesdays; we’ll have plenty of
craft supplies and a… Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Avenue Branch, 3:30pm Wed Oct 3 thru Wed Oct 31
Degas Impressionism, for grades 4-8; Saturdays
thru Oct. 27 with instructor Pat… Bereskin Gallery & Art
Academy, 8:30am Sat Oct 6
Child’s Play: Create, Explore, Experience, on
Saturdays; designed for preschoolers, but all welcome;
rotating programs… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat
Oct 6 thru Sat Oct 27
Creation Studio Drop-In: Leaf Punch Art, free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Oct 8
Tinker Lab: Rubber Band Racer!, make your own
race car out of mostly recycled materials;… LeClaire
Community Library, 4pm Mon Oct 8
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages five
and under; use all of your senses during our hands-on art
project and dress for messiness; free; for information, call
35
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
3059 30th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
10:30am Tue Oct 9
Saturday STEAM-Azing: Dissect Owl Pellets, fun,
hands-on projects for grades K-6 in science, technology,
engineering, art, and math; free; for information, call
309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 2pm Sat Oct 13
Creation Studio Drop-In: Frankenstein Crafts!,
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Oct 15
Mini Makers: Pumpkin Guts, for ages 10 months
to three years; sensory play encourages… LeClaire
Community Library, 10:30am Wed Oct 17
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages
five and under; use all of your senses during our
hands-on art project and dress for messiness; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Oct 17
Pumpkin Painting, if carving pumpkins is too messy
and dangerous for your… LeClaire Community Library,
4pm Fri Oct 19
Figure Drawing for High School Students – Build
Your Portfolio, Saturdays thru Nov. 3; artist Kristin
Quinn will teach students how to deal with proportion,
form, shape, value and line as they learn to draw that
most difficult of subjects, the human body; $15; for
information and to register, contact Heather Aaronson
at 563-345-6630 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org
or Lynn Gingras-Taylor at 563-345-6635 or lgtaylor@
figgeartmuseum.org., Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA, FiggeArtMuseum.org, 10am Sat Oct 20
Figge Art Lessons to Go for Kids: French Moderns,
a special guest from the Figge Art Museum will bring…
Fairmount Street Library, 2pm Sat Oct 20
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead! Rainbow Paper, after this
five-minute science activity everyone will walk away
with… Silvis Public Library, 11am Sat Oct 20
Pumpkin Decorating, we will have a few different
ways to design your… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm
Mon Oct 22
Spooky Stem, ages 6+ join us for STEM with a
Halloween twist;… Fairmount Street Library, 6pm Thu
Oct 25
 36 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
ARTS & CRAFTS / July & August
Quad City Symphony Orchestra presents Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert – November 17
CONTINUED
ARTS & CRAFTS / October
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages five
and under; use all of your senses during our hands-on
art project and dress for messiness; free; for information,
call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 10:30am Fri Oct 26
November
Textile Arts, on Thursdays (not Thanksgiving); easy
sewing and other fiber arts… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 3:30pm Thu Nov 1 thru Thu
Nov 29
Child’s Play: Create, Explore, Experience, on
Saturdays; designed for preschoolers, but all welcome;
rotating programs… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am Sat
Nov 3 thru Sat Nov 17
Creation Studio Drop-In: Kool-Aid Lip Gloss,
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Nov 5
Homeschool Arts, on Mondays; explore a variety of
arts and crafts utilizing… Davenport Public Library -
Main, 1pm Mon Nov 5 thru Mon Nov 26
STEAM Homeschool Workshop, on Tuesdays;
free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
11:30am Tue Nov 6 thru Tue Nov 27
Crafternoon: Mandala Painting!, try out this
most beautiful and ancient form of creative… LeClaire
Community Library, 3pm Wed Nov 7
Little Makers, on Wednesdays; we’ll have plenty of
craft supplies and a… Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Avenue Branch, 3:30pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
Saturday STEAM-Azing: French Moderns for Kids,
kids in grades K-8 are invited to participate in this fun,
STEAM-azing art activity provided by an art educator
from the Figge Art Museum; free; for information, call
309-732-7360, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 2pm Sat Nov 10
Tinker Lab: Paper Airplanes!, learn to fold many
different types of paper airplanes then… LeClaire
Community Library, 4pm Mon Nov 12
Creation Studio Drop-In, on Mondays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Mon Nov 12 thru Mon Nov 19
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages five
and under; use all of your senses during our hands-on art
project and dress for messiness; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - 30/31 Branch,
3059 30th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org,
10:30am Tue Nov 13
Mini Makers: Feed the Turkeys, for ages 10 months
to three years; sensory play encourages… LeClaire
Community Library, 10:30am Wed Nov 21
Petite Picassos, art and story program for ages
five and under; use all of your senses during our
hands-on art project and dress for messiness; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Nov 21
STORIES
August & September
Tales for Tots!, on Thursdays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm
Thu Aug 30
Baby Storytime, on Fridays; kids enjoy stories, music,
and movement; free; for information,… Fairmount Street
Library, 10am Fri Aug 31
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Fridays; stories, songs,
and a craft around a new theme each week for ages five
and under accompanied by parent or caregiver; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Aug 31
Circle Time Storytime, on Tuesdays, for ages 2-5, this
storytime will be all… Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Avenue Branch, 9:30am Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Sep 25
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Sep 4
Homeschool Bookclub, on Tuesdays; for grades 3-5;
books will be provided and… Fairmount Street Library,
1pm Tue Sep 4 thru Tue Sep 25
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Tuesdays; stories, songs,
and a craft around a new theme each week for ages
five and under accompanied by parent or caregiver;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Tue Sep 4 thru Tue
Sep 25
Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays thru Fridays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail… Bettendorf
Public Library, 10am Tue Sep 4 thru Fri Sep 28
Night Owl Storytime, on Wednesdays; stories and
activities to settle in for the… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed
Sep 26
Toddler Storytime, on Wednesdays; music,
movement and stories; all ages welcome, but…
Fairmount Street Library, 10am Wed Sep 5 thru Wed
Sep 26
Yoga and Stories, on Wednesdays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Sep 26
Wei Luo in the Quad City Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks II – November 3 and 4
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the
opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf
Public Library, 6pm Thu Sep 6
Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
Sep 6
Preschool Storytime, on Thursdays; stories and more
for ages 3-5; free; for… Moline Public Library, 10am Thu
Sep 6 thru Thu Sep 27
Tales for Tots!, on Thursdays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm
Thu Sep 6 thru Thu Sep 27
Toddler Storytime, on Thursdays; music, movement
and stories; all ages welcome, but… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Thu Sep 6 thru
Thu Sep 27
Preschool Storytime, on Fridays; stories, songs, and
crafts for preschoolers; free; for… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Fri Sep 7 thru
Fri Sep 21
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Fridays; stories, songs,
and a craft around a new theme each week for ages five
and under accompanied by parent or caregiver; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Sep 7 thru Fri Sep 21
Baby Storytime, on Fridays; kids enjoy stories, music,
and movement; free; for information,… Fairmount Street
Library, 10am Fri Sep 7 thru Fri Sep 28
Bluestem Buddies Book Club, join us to read and
discuss the Bluestem Illinois Children’s Choice book
nominees for grades 3-5; free; for information, call 309-
732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 1pm
Sat Sep 8
Saturday Storytime, free; for information, call 563-
326-7832… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue
Branch, 10am Sat Sep 8
Preschool Storytime, on Mondays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Mon Sep 10 thru Mon Sep 24
Preschool Storytime, on Mondays; kids enjoy
stories, music, and movement; free; for information,…
Fairmount Street Library, 10am Mon Sep 10 thru Mon
Sep 24
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Read to a Dog, on Mondays; QC CAN’s Reading
Assistance Dogs are specially trained,… Davenport
Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Mon Sep
10 thru Mon Sep 24
Storytime for Littles, on Mondays, for ages 0-36
months; nurture your baby and… Moline Public Library,
Mon Sep 10 thru Mon Sep 24
Tales for Tots!, on Mondays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am
Mon Sep 10 thru Mon Sep 24
Dance Me a Story: Degas, Ballet Quad Cities presents
a program in support of the… Moline Public Library, 6pm
Tue Sep 11
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Sep 11
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Wednesdays; stories,
songs, and a craft around a new theme each week for
ages five and under accompanied by parent or caregiver;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Sep
12 thru Wed Sep 26
Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
Sep 13
Big/Little Bookclub, on Wednesdays; book club for
kids in 3rd-5th grade and… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Sep 19 thru Wed
Sep 26
Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
Sep 20
Family Storytime, on Thursdays; join us as the library
and local organization… Davenport Public Library -
Main, 10am Thu Sep 20 thru Thu Sep 27
Book Explorers: Mock Newbery, free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Sat Sep 22
2018 QC Libraries’ Teen Reading Challenge, thru
Oct. 20; teens in grade 6-12 can pick up… Sat Sep 22
thru Sun Sep 30
Saturday Storytime, free; for information, call 563-
326-7832… Fairmount Street Library, 10am Sat Sep 22
Story Travelers, free; for information, call 563-344-
4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 2pm Sat Sep 22
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Sep 25
Rocket into Reading: Sports, for grades K-3; this
session features fun, sports-themed reading activities
that help you learn new skills; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 6pm Thu Sep 27
Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
Sep 27
October
Preschool Storytime, on Mondays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Mon Oct 1 thru Mon Oct 29
Read to a Dog, on Mondays; QC CAN’s Reading
Assistance Dogs are specially trained,… Davenport
Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Mon Oct
1 thru Mon Oct 29
Storytime for Littles, on Mondays, for ages 0-36
months; nurture your baby and… Moline Public Library,
Mon Oct 1 thru Mon Oct 29
Tales for Tots!, on Mondays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am
Mon Oct 1 thru Mon Oct 29
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 37
2018 QC Libraries’ Teen Reading Challenge, teens
in grade 6-12 can pick up… Mon Oct 1 thru Sat Oct 20
Circle Time Storytime, on Tuesdays, for ages 2-5, this
storytime will be all… Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Avenue Branch, 9:30am Tue Oct 2 thru Tue Oct 30
Homeschool Bookclub, on Tuesdays; for grades 3-5;
books will be provided and… Fairmount Street Library,
1pm Tue Oct 2 thru Tue Oct 30
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Tuesdays; stories, songs,
and a craft around a new theme each week for ages
five and under accompanied by parent or caregiver;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Tue Oct 2 thru Tue
Oct 30
Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays thru Fridays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail… Bettendorf
Public Library, 10am Tue Oct 2 thru Wed Oct 31
Storytime for Littles: Evening Edition, for ages 0-36
months; nurture your baby and toddler’s love… Moline
Public Library, 6pm Wed Oct 3
Big/Little Bookclub, on Wednesdays; book club for
kids in 3rd-5th grade and… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Oct 3 thru Wed
Oct 31
Night Owl Storytime, on Wednesdays; stories and
activities to settle in for the… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Oct 3 thru Wed
Oct 31
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Wednesdays; stories,
songs, and a craft around a new theme each week for
ages five and under accompanied by parent or caregiver;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Oct
3 thru Wed Oct 31
Yoga and Stories, on Wednesdays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Wed Oct 3 thru Wed Oct 31
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the
opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf
Public Library, 6pm Thu Oct 4
Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
Oct 4
Family Storytime, on Thursdays; join us as the library
and local organization… Davenport Public Library -
Main, 10am Thu Oct 4 thru Thu Oct 25
Tales for Tots!, on Thursdays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm
Thu Oct 4 thru Thu Oct 25
Toddler Storytime, on Thursdays; music, movement
and stories; all ages welcome, but… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Thu Oct 4 thru
Thu Oct 25
Baby Storytime, on Fridays; kids enjoy stories, music,
and movement; free; for information,… Fairmount Street
Library, 10am Fri Oct 5 thru Fri Oct 26
Book Explorers: Mock Newbery, free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Sat Oct 6
Teen Writers: Beta Reading Group, bring a piece
of your writing of 1500-2000 words and… Davenport
Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 2pm Sat Oct 6
The Hate U Give Book Discussion, to celebrate
2018’s Teen Read Week, Love Girls and the… Davenport
Public Library - Main, 6pm Tue Oct 9
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Oct 9
Intersession: Firefighter Storytime, for ages 5
& under; join us for firefighter stories, songs, and to
meet a firefighter and look at a real fire truck; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
38 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
OTHER EVENTS
CONTINUED
STORIES / October
Marvel Universe Live!: Age of Heroes - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Oct 10
Friday, August 31, through Sunday, September 2
@ TaxSlayer Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline, IL Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
T he ultimate live-action comic book presented in Oct 11
arena-stage format, Marvel Universe! Live: Age of Intersession: Firefighter Storytime, for ages 5
Heroes blasts its way into Moline’s TaxSlayer Center & under; join us for firefighter stories, songs, and to
August 31 through September 2, treating family meet a firefighter and look at a real fire truck; free;
audiences to an exhilarating, stunt-filled produc- for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
tion boasting wondrous visual effects and many of Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Oct 12
the most heroic and villainous characters found in
the Marvel canon. Bluestem Buddies Book Club, join us to read and
Arriving on the heels of this summer’s movie discuss the Bluestem Illinois Children’s Choice book
smash Avengers: Infinity War, Field Entertainment’s nominees for grades 3-5; free; for information, call 309-
732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes unites Spider- Marvel Universe Live: Age of Heroes @ 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 1pm
Man, the Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy,
TaxSlayer Center – Aug. 31 through Sep. 2 Sat Oct 13
and Doctor Strange in a race against time to recover
the Wand of Watoomb – an ancient artifact that would allow the nefarious Loki to crown himself ruler of the Children’s Book Discussion, free; for information, call
universe. Employing a cast of aerialists, acrobats, and motorcycle riders to portray the show’s heroes and 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com…
Bettendorf Public Library, 2pm Sat Oct 13
villains, Age of Heroes transports audiences through the Savage Land to New York City and beyond, with
the jaw-dropping effects on display including Spider-Man’s web-shooters, the levitation of Doctor Strange Saturday Storytime, free; for information, call 563-
and Iron Man, and the transformation of Bruce Banner into the Hulk. Thor, Black Panther, Black Widow, and 326-7832… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue
favorite Guardians including Groot and Rocket Raccoon join in the action, with Loki joined in his malicious Branch, 10am Sat Oct 13
quest by costumed antagonists including the Green Goblin, Rhino, Lizard, and Electro.
Jolly Rancher Readers: Open Book Share, share any
TechSavvyMama.com raved, “In an age where it seems like our kids are glued to their screens, Marvel opinions you have about books you’ve read; all… Silvis
Universe Live! Age of Heroes is family friendly live entertainment that immerses families in non-stop action. Public Library, 5:30pm Tue Oct 16
With movie-style thrills that keep you on the edge of your seats from start to finish, the vast projection
mapping, remarkable pyrotechnics and cutting-edge special effects add to the story and enhance every Together Time Tales, for families with children in 3rd
scene in the live action show.” And according to TheHealthyMouse.com, “With a cast featuring over 25 grade and younger; we… Silvis Public Library, 6pm Thu
Oct 18
Marvel characters, you never know who will be coming in to help, or harm, the mission of the Avengers. The
excitement never ends, and it even proved to be enough to keep my two-and-a-half year-old daughter rapt Story Travelers, free; for information, call 563-344-
in attention.” 4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Marvel Universe Live!: Age of Heroes will be presented at 7 p.m. on August 31; at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Public Library, 2pm Sat Oct 20
on September 1; and at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on September 2. Admission is $17-67, and tickets are available by
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
calling (800)745-3000 or visiting TaxSlayerCenter.com. are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Oct 23
UPCOMING EXHIBITION Together Time Tales: Halloween Party, we will
be reading spooky tales, listening and dancing to…
William L. Hawkins
McGehee Center in Schadt Park, 6pm Thu Oct 25
Saturday Storytime, free; for information, call 563-
An Imaginative Geography
326-7832… Fairmount Street Library, 10am Sat Oct 27
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
SEPTEMBER 22-DECEMBER 30, 2018 6:30pm Tue Oct 30
November
Reading Assistance Dogs, children have the
opportunity to read aloud to dogs from… Bettendorf
Public Library, 6pm Thu Nov 1
Family Storytime, on Thursdays; join us as the library
and local organization… Davenport Public Library -
Main, 10am Thu Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 15
Together Time Tales, on Thursdays; for families with
children in 3rd grade and younger; we… Silvis Public
Library, 6pm Thu Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 15
Preschool Storytime, Tuesdays thru Fridays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail… Bettendorf
Public Library, 10am Thu Nov 1 thru Wed Nov 28
Preschool Storytime, on Thursdays; stories and more
for ages 3-5; free; for… Moline Public Library, 10am Thu
Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 29
Ferris Wheel #3, 1985, enamel on Masonite, Private Collection Tales for Tots!, on Thursdays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 6:30pm
EXHIBITION SPONSORS: Thu Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 29
Tom and Mary Toddler Storytime, on Thursdays; music, movement
Thomas K. Waterman Mark and GLH Galleries
and Jennifer Gma Howze
and stories; all ages welcome, but… Davenport Public
Gildehaus at Bucktown
Figge Endowment Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Thu Nov 1 thru
Thu Nov 29
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Fridays; stories, songs,
Davenport, Iowa • 563.326.7804 and a craft around a new theme each week for ages five
www.figgeartmuseum.org and under accompanied by parent or caregiver; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island
IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Nov 2 thru Fri
Nov 16
Baby Storytime, on Fridays; kids enjoy stories, music,
and movement; free; for information,… Fairmount Street
Library, 10am Fri Nov 2 thru Fri Nov 23
Book Explorers: Mock Newbery, free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Sat Nov 3
Preschool Storytime, on Mondays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Mon Nov 5 thru Mon Nov 26
Read to a Dog, on Mondays; QC CAN’s Reading
Assistance Dogs are specially trained,… Davenport
Public Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 5:30pm Mon
Nov 5 thru Mon Nov 26
Storytime for Littles, on Mondays, for ages 0-36
months; nurture your baby and… Moline Public Library,
Mon Nov 5 thru Mon Nov 26
Tales for Tots!, on Mondays; ages birth to age three
and a caregiver are… Bettendorf Public Library, 10am
Mon Nov 5 thru Mon Nov 26
Circle Time Storytime, on Tuesdays, for ages 2-5, this
storytime will be all… Davenport Public Library - Eastern
Avenue Branch, 9:30am Tue Nov 6 thru Tue Nov 27
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Nov 6 thru Tue Nov 27
Homeschool Bookclub, on Tuesdays; for grades 3-5;
books will be provided and… Fairmount Street Library,
1pm Tue Nov 6 thru Tue Nov 27
Storytime for Littles: Evening Edition, for ages 0-36
months; nurture your baby and toddler’s love… Moline
Public Library, 6pm Wed Nov 7
Big/Little Bookclub, on Wednesdays; book club for
kids in 3rd-5th grade and… Davenport Public Library -
Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed
Nov 28
Night Owl Storytime, on Wednesdays; stories and
activities to settle in for the… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 6pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed
Nov 28
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Wednesdays; stories,
songs, and a craft around a new theme each week for
ages five and under accompanied by parent or caregiver;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Nov
7 thru Wed Nov 28
Yoga and Stories, on Wednesdays; free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
6:30pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
Bluestem Buddies Book Club, join us to read and
discuss the Bluestem Illinois Children’s Choice book
nominees for grades 3-5; free; for information, call 309-
732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library,
401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 1pm
Sat Nov 10
Saturday Storytime, free; for information, call 563-
326-7832… Davenport Public Library - Eastern Avenue
Branch, 10am Sat Nov 10
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Nov 13
Story Travelers, free; for information, call 563-344-
4175 or e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf
Public Library, 2pm Sat Nov 17
Toddler Tale Storytimes, on Tuesdays; stories, songs,
and a craft around a new theme each week for ages five
and under accompanied by parent or caregiver; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Tue Nov 20 and Tue
Nov 27
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Colter Wall @ Codfish Hollow Barn – October 27
Saturday Storytime, free; for information, call 563-
326-7832… Fairmount Street Library, 10am Sat Nov 24
Family Storytime, stories, rhymes, & crafts; activities
are best for ages 3-6,… LeClaire Community Library,
6:30pm Tue Nov 27
LIBRARY EVENTS
August & September
Hug-a-Book: Create, join us for creative projects led
by our very own Miss Ranell; each child receives a free
Hug-A-Book Create art apron and a free book to take
home; for families with children ages two to five; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 6pm Thu Aug 30
Lego Club, for ages 5-11; design and build your own
masterpiece to… Silvis Public Library, 4pm Thu Aug 30
Lunch at the Library, the library is again partnering
with… Fairmount Street Library, 12:45pm Thu Aug 30
Young Adult Tabletop Roleplaying, free; for
information, call 563-344-4175 or… Bettendorf Public
Library, 3pm Thu Aug 30
Teen Volunteer Night, fulfill needed service hours
or use on job applications; we… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Tue Sep 4
Girls Who Code, on Tuesdays; a club for girls in grades
6-12 who… Fairmount Street Library, 3:30pm Tue Sep 4
thru Tue Sep 25
Library Playgroup, on Tuesdays, open play and
socialization for children 0-5 and… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Tue Sep 4 thru
Tue Sep 25
Young Adult Tabletop Roleplaying, on Tuesdays
& Thursdays; free; for information, call 563-344-4175
or… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm Tue Sep 4 thru Thu
Sep 27
Play & Grow, for ages three & under and a caregiver;
sing, read, and play your way to early literacy; free; for
information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library
- Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Rd., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Wed Sep 5
After School Kids Lab, on Wednesdays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Sep 26
Exploratorium, on Wednesdays, for grades K-5;
explore a new STEAM topic… Moline Public Library, 2pm
Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Sep 26
Magic: The Gathering Club, on Wednesdays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
2:45pm Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Sep 26
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; try out new games and
gaming systems; we… Fairmount Street Library, 3pm
Wed Sep 5 thru Wed Sep 26
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Sep 5
Low Cut Connie @ Triple Crown Whiskey Bar and Raccoon Motel – November 2
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Teen Advisory Group, an opportunity for teens to
have input on library offerings… Moline Public Library,
3:30pm Thu Sep 6
Lego Club, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 11:30am Sat Sep 8
Homework Heroes, on Mondays; get help solving
your homework conundrums; be a… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Mon Sep 10 thru Mon Sep 24
KinderNature, fun and hands-on learning with your
3-5 year old;each child… Quad City Botanical Center,
10:30am Tue Sep 11
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Sep 12
Teen/Tween Gaming, visit the library for STEM games
and traditional electronic &… Moline Public Library,
2:30pm Wed Sep 12
Kid’s Cupcake Challenge, grades K-5 are invited to
put their cupcake decorating skills… Fairmount Street
Library, 4pm Thu Sep 13
Teen Advisory Board, on Thursdays; hang out, eat
snacks, and share your ideas… Fairmount Street Library,
6:30pm Thu Sep 13 thru Thu Sep 27
Teen Advisory Board, on Mondays; hang out, eat
snacks, and share your ideas… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Mon Sep 17 and Mon
Sep 24
Junior Explorers: Density, ages 3-7 explore a new
science theme each month; free;… LeClaire Community
Library, 6:30pm Tue Sep 18
Teen Volunteer Council, hang out, eat snacks, and
share your ideas on how… Fairmount Street Library, 4pm
Tue Sep 18
Teen and Tween Gaming Night, video and board
gaming, on the library’s Wii U, XBox 360, and Wii; try
games like Pokken Tournament, Rock Band, or some of
our new strategy games; see if you’d survive a journey
on the Oregon Trail, or challenge our gym in Pokemon
Go; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Tue Sep 18
Banana Party, go bananas at this wacky celebration
of the yellow fruit;… Fairmount Street Library, 2pm Sat
Sep 22
Anime Night, ages 12 to 18 watch anime online, enjoy
Japanese snacks, and learn to write Japanese hiragana
characters; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
39
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Mon Sep
24
Lego Club, all of the library’s Legos will be out for
anyone… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Mon Sep 24
Teen Advisory Board Meeting, the meeting will
consist of Moonlight Parade review and regular… Silvis
Public Library, 5:30pm Tue Sep 25
Teen/Tween Gaming, visit the library for STEM games
and traditional electronic &… Moline Public Library,
2:30pm Wed Sep 26
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Sep 26
Lego Night, play with the library’s thousands of Legos
for an hour… Fairmount Street Library, 6pm Thu Sep 27
Teen Fortnite Party, follow the loot llamas to the
Library for food, trivia,… Fairmount Street Library, 2pm
Sat Sep 29
October
Homework Heroes, on Mondays; get help solving
your homework conundrums; be a… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Mon Oct 1 thru Mon Oct 29
Teen Advisory Board, on Mondays; hang out, eat
snacks, and share your ideas… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Mon Oct 1 thru Mon
Oct 29
Teen Volunteer Night, fulfill needed service hours
or use on job applications; we… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Tue Oct 2
Girls Who Code, on Tuesdays; a club for girls in grades
6-12 who… Fairmount Street Library, 3:30pm Tue Oct 2
thru Tue Oct 30
Library Playgroup, on Tuesdays, open play and
socialization for children 0-5 and… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Tue Oct 2 thru
Tue Oct 30
Young Adult Tabletop Roleplaying, on Tuesdays
& Thursdays; free; for information, call 563-344-4175
or… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm Tue Oct 2 thru Tue
Oct 30
After School Kids Lab, on Wednesdays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Wed Oct 3 thru Wed Oct 31
 40 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
CONTINUED
LIBRARY EVENTS / October
Exploratorium, on Wednesdays, for grades K-5;
explore a new STEAM topic… Moline Public Library, 2pm
Wed Oct 3 thru Wed Oct 31
Magic: The Gathering Club, on Wednesdays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
2:45pm Wed Oct 3 thru Wed Oct 31
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; try out new games and
gaming systems; we… Fairmount Street Library, 3pm
Wed Oct 3 thru Wed Oct 31
Hug-A-Book, Superheroes at Play, superhero
learning activities, offered in partnership with the AOK
Network, who provide support to families with children
ages birth to five years of age; activities include social-
emotional learning, early literacy skills, Super play and
building fun that supports early learning for kids ages
2 to 5 and their older siblings; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 5:30pm Thu Oct 4
Teen Advisory Group, an opportunity for teens to
have input on library offerings… Moline Public Library,
3:30pm Thu Oct 4
Teen Advisory Board, on Thursdays; hang out, eat
snacks, and share your ideas… Fairmount Street Library,
6:30pm Thu Oct 4 thru Thu Oct 25
Play & Grow, for ages three & under and a caregiver;
sing, read, and play your way to early literacy; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Fri Oct 5
Lego Club, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 11:30am Sat Oct 6
Intersession Lego Build, on Mondays; join us for fun
creating Lego art for display; for preschool and school-
age kids; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 9am Mon Oct 8
and Mon Oct 15
KinderNature, fun and hands-on learning with your
3-5 year old;each child… Quad City Botanical Center,
10:30am Tue Oct 9
Quad City Arts Visiting Artists Turtle Island @ Rock Island High School – October 6
Anime-Manga Club: YouTube Surfing, bring a
friend to surf YouTube for interesting sites on… Silvis
Public Library, 5:30pm Wed Oct 10
Teen/Tween Gaming, visit the library for STEM games
and traditional electronic &… Moline Public Library,
2:30pm Wed Oct 10
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Oct 10
Junior Explorers: Leaves, ages 3-7 explore a new
science theme each month; free;… LeClaire Community
Library, 6:30pm Tue Oct 16
Teen Volunteer Council, hang out, eat snacks, and
share your ideas on how… Fairmount Street Library, 4pm
Tue Oct 16
Teen and Tween Gaming Night, video and board
gaming, on the library’s Wii U, XBox 360, and Wii; try
games like Pokken Tournament, Rock Band, or some of
our new strategy games; see if you’d survive a journey
on the Oregon Trail, or challenge our gym in Pokemon
Go; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Thu Oct 18
Anime Night, ages 12 to 18 watch anime online, enjoy
Japanese snacks, and learn to write Japanese hiragana
characters; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Tue Oct 23
Ghostly Night, free; for information, call 309-524-
2440… Moline Public Library, 6pm Tue Oct 23
Teen/Tween Gaming, visit the library for STEM games
and traditional electronic &… Moline Public Library,
2:30pm Wed Oct 24
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Oct 24
Preschool Halloween Party, Wed. 6pm, Thu. 10am;
free; for information, call 309-524-2440… Moline Public
Library, Wed Oct 24 and Thu Oct 25
Trunk or Treat, businesses and organizations in and
surrounding the Silvis area will… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Sat Oct 27
Teen Advisory Board Meeting, the meeting will
consist of Truck or Treat review and… Silvis Public
Library, 5:30pm Tue Oct 30
Teen Halloween Horror, enjoy snacks and a scary
movie, just in time for Halloween; create a six-second
horror story, if you dare; come in costume to get candy;
free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5pm Tue Oct 30
Lego Club, all of the library’s Legos will be out for
anyone… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Wed Oct 31
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Oct 31
November
Teen Advisory Group, an opportunity for teens to
have input on library offerings… Moline Public Library,
3:30pm Thu Nov 1
Young Adult Tabletop Roleplaying, on Tuesdays
& Thursdays; free; for information, call 563-344-4175
or… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm Thu Nov 1 thru Tue
Nov 27
Teen Advisory Board, on Thursdays; hang out, eat
snacks, and share your ideas… Fairmount Street Library,
6:30pm Thu Nov 1 thru Thu Nov 29
Lego Club, free; for information, call 563-344-4175 or
e-mail info@bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public
Library, 2pm Sat Nov 3
Teen Afternoon in Paris, teens are invited to spend
an afternoon with the library… Fairmount Street Library,
2pm Sat Nov 3
Homework Heroes, on Mondays; get help solving
your homework conundrums; be a… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Mon Nov 5 thru Mon Nov 26
Teen Advisory Board, on Mondays; hang out, eat
snacks, and share your ideas… Davenport Public Library
- Eastern Avenue Branch, 6:30pm Mon Nov 5 thru Mon
Nov 26
Play & Grow, for ages three & under and a caregiver;
sing, read, and play your way to early literacy; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 10:30am Tue Nov 6
Teen Volunteer Night, fulfill needed service hours
or use on job applications; we… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Tue Nov 6
Girls Who Code, on Tuesdays; a club for girls in grades
6-12 who… Fairmount Street Library, 3:30pm Tue Nov 6
thru Tue Nov 27
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Library Playgroup, on Tuesdays, open play and
socialization for children 0-5 and… Davenport Public
Library - Eastern Avenue Branch, 10am Tue Nov 6 thru
Tue Nov 27
After School Kids Lab, on Wednesdays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library, 3pm
Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
Exploratorium, on Wednesdays, for grades K-5;
explore a new STEAM topic… Moline Public Library, 2pm
Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
Magic: The Gathering Club, on Wednesdays; free;
for information, call 563-344-4175 or e-mail info@
bettendorflibrary.com… Bettendorf Public Library,
2:45pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
Teen Gaming, on Wednesdays; try out new games and
gaming systems; we… Fairmount Street Library, 3pm
Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Nov 7
KinderNature, fun and hands-on learning with your
3-5 year old;each child… Quad City Botanical Center,
10:30am Tue Nov 13
Anime-Manga Club: D.I.Y. Tile Coasters, bring
a friend to create your own set of Tile… Silvis Public
Library, 5:30pm Wed Nov 14
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Nov 14
Teen/Tween Gaming, visit the library for STEM games
and traditional electronic &… Moline Public Library,
2:30pm Wed Nov 14 thru Wed Nov 28
Magical Escape Room, magical riddles inspired by
the Harry Potter series determine if you win the game
and escape the room - or lose; winners earn a prize; free;
for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island Public
Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL,
RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Thu Nov 15
Agility Course, practice gross motor skills, and jump
and zigzag your way… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm
Fri Nov 16
Spy School, if you’ve ever wondered what it would take
to be… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Mon Nov 19
Junior Explorers: Magnets, ages 3-7 explore a new
science theme each month; free;… LeClaire Community
Library, 6:30pm Tue Nov 20
Teen Advisory Board Meeting, join us for your
chance to vote on new YA… Silvis Public Library, 5:30pm
Tue Nov 20
Teen Volunteer Council, hang out, eat snacks, and
share your ideas on how… Fairmount Street Library, 4pm
Tue Nov 20
Anime Night, ages 12 to 18 watch anime online, enjoy
Japanese snacks, and learn to write Japanese hiragana
characters; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Tue Nov
27
Teen Advisory Board Meeting, ages 5-11 design and
build their own masterpieces to display;… Silvis Public
Library, 4pm Tue Nov 27
Teen Gingerbread Challenge, we will have five
teams of four people, and each… Silvis Public Library,
5:30pm Tue Nov 27
Lego Club, all of the library’s Legos will be out for
anyone… LeClaire Community Library, 4pm Wed Nov 28
Toddle Time, focuses on finger plays, songs, & stories;
activities are best… LeClaire Community Library, 6:30pm
Wed Nov 28
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 41
THEATRE
Performances
The Frog & the Princess, children’s-theatre
adaptation of the classic fairytale; for tickets and
information, call 309-794-7306, Brunner Theatre Center,
Augustana College, 3750 7th Ave., Rock Island IL,
Augustana.edu/tickets, Sat Sep 15 and Sun Sep 16

Sesame Street Live! Let’s Party, lmo, Abby Cadabby,

Big Bird and more in a brand-new… TaxSlayer Center,
Thu Oct 4

Charlotte’s Web, student-performed adaptation of

the E.B. White classic by playwright Joseph Robinette;
Sat. & Sun. 1 & 4pm; $6-8 at the door; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Sat
Oct 13 thru Sun Oct 21

Sleepy Hollow, A Musical Tale, thru Oct. 21; Young

Footliters Youth Theatre presents a family… Coralville
Center for the Performing Arts, Fri Oct 19 thru Sun Oct
21

Annie, Tony-winning family musical based on the “Little

Orphan Annie” comic… Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse,
7:45pm Wed Nov 7 thru Wed Nov 28

A Wrinkle in Time, James Sie’s adaptation of

Madeleine L’Engle’s beloved sci-fi novel, directed by
Jacque Cohoon; Fri. & Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 3pm; $13; for
tickets and information, call 309-762-0330, Playcrafters
Barn Theatre, 4950 35th Ave., Moline IL, Playcrafters.com, Laura Jane Grace @ RIBCO – November 2
Fri Nov 9 thru Sun Nov 18

The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Eulenspiegel Puppet
Theatre presents a fun version of the old… Owl Glass
Puppetry Center, Sat Nov 10
The Sleeping Beauty, musical adaptation from
the original story by Charles Perrault… University of
Dubuque’s Heritage Center, 2pm Sun Nov 11
Wild Kratts Live: To the Creature Rescue!, PBS Kids’
animated brothers Martin and Chris come to life in an
all-new stage adventure; $32.75-102.75; for tickets, call
800-745-3000, Adler Theatre, 136 E. Third St., Davenport
IA, AdlerTheatre.com, 6:30pm Tue Nov 13
Pinocchio, family-musical adaptation of the fairytale
classic; with an 11am brunch… Circa ‘21 Dinner
Playhouse, noon Fri Nov 23 thru Sun Nov 25
Classes
Acting for Ages 10-12, Saturdays thru Nov. 17; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
11:15am Sat Sep 8
Acting for Ages 5-6, Saturdays thru Nov. 17; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 10am
Sat Sep 8
Acting for Ages 7-9, Saturdays thru Nov. 17; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
11:30am Sat Sep 8
Advanced Broadway for Ages 10+, Saturdays
thru Nov. 17; class focuses on more complicated
choreography and music, as well as character
development, to continue to challenge and advance
actors; $140-160; for information, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 10:45am Sat Sep 8
Broadway Babies for Ages 3-4, Saturdays thru
Nov. 17; explore storytelling through song and
dance; Broadway develops coordination and social
skills through exercises, movement, crafts and
games; class concludes with a song onstage; $130-
150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 9am Sat Sep 8
Teen Puppetry, Saturdays thru Nov. 17; the class will
expand your knowledge of movement, teamwork and
theatricality; $130-150; for information, call 563-888-
2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 9:30am
Sat Sep 8
Acting for Ages 10-12, Mondays thru Nov. 12; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7pm
Mon Sep 10
Acting for Ages 5-6, Mondays thru Nov. 12; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4pm
Mon Sep 10
Acting for Ages 7-9, Mondays thru Nov. 12; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
4:30pm Mon Sep 10
Broadway for Ages 5-6, Mondays thru Nov.
12; Broadway class develops storytelling and
communication skills in a musical environment; physical
coordination and confidence flourish; no one is required
to sing a solo (some may be offered), as this class is about
building confidence; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:45pm
Mon Sep 10
Creative Theatre Fun for Ages 3-4, Mondays thru
Nov. 12; students explore creative role-play, mime,
imaginary play, basic improvisation, movement, crafts,
and games to develop a healthy & physical imagination;
$130-150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:15pm Mon Sep 10
Intermediate Acting for Ages 8-10, Mondays thru
Nov. 12; building on skills learned in previous courses,
Intermediate Acting provides a greater learning
challenge; physicality, characterization, and vocalization
skills are expanded upon; grow your skills and make your
story larger than life; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:30pm
Mon Sep 10
Magic Workshop Series, Mondays thru Oct. 15;
award-winning local magician David Casas will lead
this special 6-week magic workshop series; students
will learn basic slight of hand magic, using everyday
objects such as cards, coins and rubber bands; $68-
85; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7:10pm Mon Sep 10
 42 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Quad City Arts Visiting Artist Mandy Harvey @ Central DeWitt Performing Arts Center – November 3
CONTINUED
THEATRE / Classes
Puppetry Performance for Ages 10-12, Thursdays
thru Nov. 15; students explore the creative, and
fun, world of stage puppetry; through movement,
games and exercises, puppetry builds strong motor
and coordination skills, while developing the bonds
of teamwork with fellow puppeteers; $130-150;
for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6pm Mon Sep 10
Puppetry Performance for Ages 7-9, Mondays
thru Nov. 12; students explore the creative, and
fun, world of stage puppetry; through movement,
games and exercises, puppetry builds strong motor
and coordination skills, while developing the bonds
of teamwork with fellow puppeteers; $130-150;
for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:15pm Mon Sep 10
Acting for Ages 10-12, Tuesdays thru Nov. 13; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
4:15pm Tue Sep 11
Acting for Ages 5-6, Tuesdays thru Nov. 13; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
5:45pm Tue Sep 11
Acting for Ages 7-9, Tuesdays thru Nov. 13; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5pm
Tue Sep 11
Broadway for Ages 5-6, Tuesdays thru Nov.
13; Broadway class develops storytelling and
communication skills in a musical environment; physical
coordination and confidence flourish; no one is required
to sing a solo (some may be offered), as this class is about
building confidence; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4:30pm
Tue Sep 11
Broadway for Ages 7-9, Tuesdays thru Nov.
13; Broadway class develops storytelling and
communication skills in a musical environment; physical
coordination and confidence flourish; no one is required
to sing a solo (some may be offered), as this class is about
building confidence; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:30pm
Tue Sep 11
Creative Theatre Fun for Ages 3-4, Tuesdays thru
Nov. 13; students explore creative role-play, mime,
imaginary play, basic improvisation, movement, crafts,
and games to develop a healthy & physical imagination;
$130-150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4pm Tue Sep 11
Intermediate Acting for Ages 11+, Tuesdays thru
Nov. 13; building on skills learned in previous courses,
Intermediate Acting provides a greater learning
challenge; physicality, characterization, and vocalization
skills are expanded upon; grow your skills and make your
story larger than life; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:15pm
Tue Sep 11
Teen Acting, Tuesdays thru Nov. 13; a great way to get
theatrical training, some onstage experience, and meet
other teens from around the QCA who share an interest
in theatre; $130-150; for information, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7pm Tue Sep 11
Acting for Ages 10-12, Wednesdays thru Nov. 14; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6pm
Wed Sep 12
Acting for Ages 7-9, Wednesdays thru Nov. 14; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4pm
Wed Sep 12
Broadway Babies for Ages 3-4, Wednesdays
thru Nov. 14; explore storytelling through song
and dance; Broadway develops coordination and
social skills through exercises, movement, crafts and
games; class concludes with a song onstage; $130-
150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:30pm Wed Sep 12
Improv for Ages 10+, Wednesdays thru Nov. 14;
through games and exercises, students develop
ability to think quickly and imaginatively; $130-
150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7:15pm Wed Sep 12
Improv for Ages 5-6, Wednesdays thru Nov. 14;
through games and exercises, students develop
ability to think quickly and imaginatively; $130-
150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4:30pm Wed Sep 12
Improv for Ages 7-9, Wednesdays thru Nov. 14;
through games and exercises, students develop
ability to think quickly and imaginatively; $130-
150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:45pm Wed Sep 12
Acting for Ages 10-12, Thursdays thru Nov. 15; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 10am
Thu Sep 13
Acting for Ages 5-6, Thursdays thru Nov. 15; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Thu
Sep 13
Acting for Ages 7-9, Thursdays thru Nov. 15; this
imaginative, high energy environment provides basic
theatre terminology, improvisation, characterization,
vocal technique and physical skills; concludes with
performance of a play; $130-150; for information, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Thu
Sep 13
Advanced Acting for Ages 10+, Thursdays thru Nov.
15; this class deepens the imagination and technique
of storytelling, through script analysis, character
development, movement, and voice and articulation
work; students will be challenged to delve into the
creative elements of physical, emotional, and vocal
presentation; $145-165; for information, call 563-888-
2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:30pm
Thu Sep 13
Broadway Babies for Ages 3-4, Thursdays thru
Nov. 15; explore storytelling through song and
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
dance; Broadway develops coordination and social
skills through exercises, movement, crafts and
games; class concludes with a song onstage; $130-
150; for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Thu Sep 13
Broadway for Ages 10-12, Thursdays thru
Nov. 15; Broadway class develops storytelling and
communication skills in a musical environment; physical
coordination and confidence flourish; no one is required
to sing a solo (some may be offered), as this class is about
building confidence; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7:15pm
Thu Sep 13
Broadway for Ages 7-9, Thursdays thru Nov.
13; Broadway class develops storytelling and
communication skills in a musical environment; physical
coordination and confidence flourish; no one is required
to sing a solo (some may be offered), as this class is about
building confidence; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:45pm
Thu Sep 13
Puppetry Performance for Ages 5-6, Thursdays
thru Nov. 15; students explore the creative, and
fun, world of stage puppetry; through movement,
games and exercises, puppetry builds strong motor
and coordination skills, while developing the bonds
of teamwork with fellow puppeteers; $130-150;
for information, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4:30pm Thu Sep 13
Teen Acting, Thursdays thru Nov. 15; a great way to get
theatrical training, some onstage experience, and meet
other teens from around the QCA who share an interest
in theatre; $130-150; for information, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 11:15am Thu Sep 13
Theatrical Design for Ages 11+, Thursdays thru Nov.
15; learn what it takes to put up a theatrical production,
including how to program lights, design sound, build
a set, and collaborate as a designer with a director; this
class is hands on, exploring all the work that goes behind
the magic of theatre; $130-150; for information, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7:30pm
Thu Sep 13
DANCE
Ballet Quad Cities School of Dance Classes,
offering classes in Ballet Pointe, Modern, Jazz, Tap,
Conditioning, Creative… Ballet Quad Cities School of
Dance, Thu Aug 30 thru Wed Nov 28
Beginning Ballet for Ages 5-6, Saturdays thru Dec.
8; dancers learn ballet fundamentals and concepts such
as turnout and special awareness; class will include floor
stretching, ballet positions and movements across the
floor; dancers work on developing musicality and ballet
vocabulary; $110-130; for information and to register, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 9am
Sat Sep 8
Beginning Tap/Jazz for Ages 5-6, Saturdays thru
Dec. 8; students will learn the fundamentals of tap and
jazz dance styles; dancers will work on coordination and
rhythm along with proper execution of basic technique;
tap will provide students with practice in leg and foot
coordination, timing, and rhythm; with skills derived
from ballet technique, Jazz will work on isolations,
stretching, and basic steps such as pas de bourres and
pivot turns; $120-140; for information and to register, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
10:10am Sat Sep 8
Budding Ballerinas for Ages 3-4, Saturdays thru
Dec. 8; our tiniest dancers learn ballet fundamentals and
dance class etiquette; dancers will work on coordination,
ballet positions, and movements across the floor; $110-
130; for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 10am Sat Sep 8
The Nutcracker Auditions: Ages 7-11, auditions for
Ballet Quad Cities December 8 - 10 production… Ballet
Quad Cities Studio, Sat Sep 8
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Tiny Tappers for Ages 3-4, Saturdays thru Dec.
8; students will learn basic tap steps in the center
and across the floor. This class develops rhythm,
coordination, and class etiquette while dancing to
upbeat music; $110-130; for information and to register,
call 563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822
Eastern Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.
com, 9:10am Sat Sep 8
Ballet I, Mondays thru Dec. 3; this class introduces
the formal study of ballet technique; dancers will be
introduced to the discipline of dance while having
fun learning combinations to music; class will begin
with stretching in the center or at the barre; dancers
will begin to strengthen muscles in the legs and feet
needed to safely execute steps, through exercises;
dancers work on jumps, turns, proper turnout and
posture, and combinations across the floor; $120-140;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4:15pm Mon Sep 10
Ballet II, Mondays thru Dec. 3; dancers will continue
learning new vocabulary and work on proper body
alignment; class will begin with stretching then
extended barre work to further improve proper
execution of technique, counting, and musicality; across
the floor, dancers will work on pirouette and pique
turns, spotting, detailed moving combinations, and
more; $120-140; for information and to register, call 563-
888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave.,
Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:45pm
Mon Sep 10
Ballet III/IV, Mondays thru Dec. 3; new skills and
faster/slower tempos add positive challenges in class;
dancers continue proper stretching to further improve
flexibility and body alignment, and longer barre work;
harder skills such as double and triple pirouettes,
jumping combinations to improve stamina, and more
will be introduced and practiced regularly; $140-160;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7pm Mon Sep 10
Beginning Ballet for Ages 5-6, Mondays thru Dec.
3; dancers learn ballet fundamentals and concepts such
as turnout and special awareness; class will include floor
stretching, ballet positions and movements across the
floor; dancers work on developing musicality and ballet
vocabulary; $110-130; for information and to register, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5pm
Mon Sep 10
Beginning Ballet for Ages 7+, Mondays thru Dec. 3;
dancers learn ballet fundamentals and concepts such as
turnout and special awareness; class will include floor
stretching, ballet positions and movements across the
floor; dancers work on developing musicality and ballet
vocabulary; $120-140; for information and to register, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com,
6:15pm Mon Sep 10
Budding Ballerinas for Ages 3-4, Mondays thru
Dec. 3; our tiniest dancers learn ballet fundamentals and
dance class etiquette; dancers will work on coordination,
ballet positions, and movements across the floor; $110-
130; for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4pm Mon Sep 10
Tap/Jazz I, Tuesdays thru Dec. 4; students will learn
intermediate to advanced skills in both tap and jazz;
class will begin with proper stretching and warm
ups for each style then work on technique through
combinations center and across the floor; $120-140;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4:10pm Tue Sep 11
Tap/Jazz II, Tuesdays thru Dec. 4; students continue
progressing in their tap and jazz skills with more
complex and intricate steps and combinations; students
will focus on their body alignment and proper execution
of skills; dancers will work on intermediate skills in
rhythm, timing, and coordination for both styles; $130-
150; for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:20pm Tue Sep 11
Tap/Jazz III, Tuesdays thru Dec. 4; dancers will work on
wings, drawbacks, and more in tap; for jazz, students
will improve their double and triple pirouettes, illusions,
leaps, and more; combinations and routines will become
more intricate and students will find the fun in working
on characterization and style within their dances; $140-
160; for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:45pm Tue Sep 11
The Nutcracker Auditions: Ages 12 & Up, auditions
for Ballet Quad Cities December 8 - 10 production…
Ballet Quad Cities Studio, Tue Sep 11
Dance Me a Story: Degas, Ballet Quad Cities presents
a program in support of the… Moline Public Library,
6pm Tue Sep 11
Beginning Ballet for Ages 5-6, Wednesdays
thru Dec. 5; dancers learn ballet fundamentals and
concepts such as turnout and special awareness;
class will include floor stretching, ballet positions
and movements across the floor; dancers work on
developing musicality and ballet vocabulary; $110-130;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, Wed Sep 12
Beginning Poms for Ages 5-6, Wednesdays thru
Dec. 5; this will introduce basic arm positions that can
be used in combinations to create sharp visual effects
in routines; each class will begin with a warm up and
stretching to improve flexibility; dancers will also work
on their splits, basic turns, leaps, and more; $110-130;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4:10pm Wed Sep 12
Beginning Poms for Ages 7+, Wednesdays thru
Dec. 5; this will introduce basic arm positions that can
be used in combinations to create sharp visual effects
in routines; each class will begin with a warm up and
stretching to improve flexibility; dancers will also work
on their splits, basic turns, leaps, and more; $120-140;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7pm Wed Sep 12
Budding Ballerinas for Ages 3-4, Wednesdays thru
Dec. 5; our tiniest dancers learn ballet fundamentals and
dance class etiquette; dancers will work on coordination,
ballet positions, and movements across the floor; $110-
130; for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5pm Wed Sep 12
Intermediate/Advanced Poms, Wednesdays
thru Dec. 5; dancers will challenge themselves with
intricate combinations, double and triple pirouettes,
jumps, leaps, and more; $120-140; for information
and to register, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:20pm Wed Sep 12
Lyrical Dance for Ages 10+, Wednesdays thru Dec.
5; a combination of ballet, jazz, and modern dance
with emphasis on fluidity and grace, lyrical focuses
on the feeling behind the music and expressing
emotions through movement; dancers learn to
express themselves as artists while dancing to stories
revealed in the lyrics of contemporary music; $120-140;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7:30pm Wed Sep 12
Poms I, Wednesdays thru Dec. 5; dancers continue
their practice in jazz technique and sharp arm
placements; dancers will learn new and more complex
turns, combinations and arm positions; $120-140;
for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:10pm Wed Sep 12
Beginning Tumble for Ages 5-7, Thursdays thru Dec.
6; all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or
bars; tumblers will learn basic skills such as cartwheels,
handstands, back bends, and more; class begins with
stretching to improve flexibility and warm ups before
working on tumbling skills; $110-130; for information
and to register, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 6:10pm Thu Sep 13
Beginning Tumble for Ages 8+, Thursdays thru Dec.
6; all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or
bars; tumblers will learn basic skills such as cartwheels,
handstands, back bends, and more; class begins with
stretching to improve flexibility and warm ups before
working on tumbling skills; $110-130; for information
and to register, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 7:10pm Thu Sep 13
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Budding Ballerinas for Ages 3-4, Thursdays thru
Dec. 6; our tiniest dancers learn ballet fundamentals and
dance class etiquette; dancers will work on coordination,
ballet positions, and movements across the floor; $110-
130; for information and to register, call 563-888-2227,
Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport
IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 4pm Thu Sep 13
Intermediate & Advanced Tumble, Thursdays thru
Dec. 6; tumblers will continue to improve tumbling
basics as they are the foundation for intermediate and
advanced skills; class will begin with a warm up and
stretch session; tumblers will begin to work on tumbling
routines that will be performed at presentations and
recital; $120-140; for information and to register, call
563-888-2227, Davenport Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern
Ave., Davenport IA, DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5pm
Thu Sep 13
Tumble Tots for Ages 3-4, Thursdays thru Dec.
6; students learn coordination and class etiquette;
all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines
or bars; tumblers will learn forward and backwards
rolls, cartwheels, and more; $110-130; for information
and to register, call 563-888-2227, Davenport
Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport IA,
DavenportJuniorTheatre.com, 5:15pm Thu Sep 13
MUSEUMS
Very Eric Carle: A Very Hungry, Quiet, Lonely,
Clumsy, Busy Exhibit, the first North American
traveling exhibit for… Family Museum, Thu Aug 30 thru
Sun Sep 9
Wreck This Journal, create your own “Wreck This
Journal,” follow the instructions, and… Family Museum,
10am Sat Sep 8
Toy Story Dance Party, join the Family Museum
Dance Company for a dance party… Family Museum,
11am Sat Sep 29
Woody’s Horse Corral Lasso, see if you can lasso a
horse in the “Toy… Family Museum, 10am Sat Sep 29
Caine’s Cardboard Challenge, invent, design, and
construct all using cardboard; included with $5-9…
Family Museum, 10:30am Sat Oct 6
Special Needs Night, the museum will open its doors
after hours for an… Family Museum, 5:30pm Fri Oct 12
Outdoor Art: French Modern Style!, use natural
elements to inspire your paintings and drawings; like…
Family Museum, Sat Oct 13
St. Ambrose Chemistry Department, see some cool
and colorful chemistry experiments presented by the…
Family Museum, 10:30am Sat Oct 20
Scarecrow Shenanigans, come in costume and
celebrate the season! Enjoy a variety… Family Museum,
noon Sun Oct 21
Museum Rush Speedway, set your sights on the
medal and design your own… Family Museum, 10am
Sat Nov 3
Neighborhood Toy Store Day, all Day in The Fox &
Bee; 15% off for… Family Museum, 10am Sat Nov 10
Veteran’s Day Project, support those who serve and
protect by helping put together… Family Museum,
10:30am Sat Nov 10
The Great Gobble-Along!, join us as pro-gobblers
help us all gobble together and… Family Museum,
11:30am Sat Nov 17
The Great Gobble-Along!: Make Your Turkey
Gobbler, get your gobble on by crafting your very own
turkey… Family Museum, 9:30am Sat Nov 17
MOVIES
Avengers: Infinity War, a screening of the Marvel hit
in the Monday Movie… LeClaire Community Library,
1:30pm Mon Sep 10
43
Anime-Manga Club: Anime Movie, free; for
information, e-mail admin@silvislibrary.org or call 309-
755-3393… Silvis Public Library, 4pm Wed Sep 12
Marvel Movie Night, we’ll be showing a relatively new
release movie based on the bestselling comic “Thor:
Ragnarok” enjoy free popcorn, plus pick up a guide to
the Marvel Cinematic Universe; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 5pm Thu Sep 13
Dinosaurs Unleashed! Interactive Movie Night,
it’s the 25th anniversary of the original movie based
on Michael Crichton’s novel, Jurassic Park; join us for
an interactive screening of the movie, plus snacks and
trivia; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock Island
Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St., Rock
Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 5:30pm Tue Oct 9
Intersession Movie Morning, join us for a funny,
family-friendly Halloween movie during Rock Island/
Milan school intersession; free; for information, call
309-732-7323, Rock Island Public Library - Downtown
Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.
org, 10:30am Thu Oct 11
School’s Out Movie Matinee, school’s out, so come
to the library and watch a… Fairmount Street Library,
1pm Mon Oct 22
Solo: A Star Wars Story, a screening of the
summertime hit in the “Coffee And a Movie Morning”
series; free; for information, call 309-732-7323, Rock
Island Public Library - Downtown Library, 401 19th St.,
Rock Island IL, RockIslandLibrary.org, 9:30am Mon Nov
12
OTHER EVENTS
Teen Anime Day @ the Figge, the Davenport Public
Library invites teen fans of anime & manga for an
afternoon of Japanese culture and art! In addition to
prizes given for drawing, gaming and cosplay, there
will also be a Japanese Calligraphy contest this year;
take a lesson from the artist, Anna Ito, at the event or
bring an already created piece of calligraphy from
home; What’s That Funk will present a session about
comics & publishing; Ramen, candy sushi, & tea will
be served; free; for information, call 563-326-7832,
Figge Art Museum, 225 W. 2nd St., Davenport IA,
DavenportLibrary.com, noon Sat Oct 13
20th Annual Noogiefest, a free Halloween/Fall
Festival party for children and their families with…
Gilda’s Club Quad Cities, 4pm Sat Oct 20
Festival of Trees: Teddy Bear Tea, tea party for
children and their favorite stuffed animal; $25-30; for
information, call 309-793-1213, Radisson Quad City Plaza
Hotel, 111 E. 2nd St., Davenport IA, QCFestivalOfTrees.
com, 2pm Sun Nov 18
New Crossword Puzzle
and Answers Posted
Weekly at RCReader.com
Aug 7 Crossword Answers
44 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com

WORK FARCE · SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Crossword August 7 Answers: Page 43

ACROSS 91. Ohio players 42. Palindrome ending

1. Word on a card 92. Military trainee 43. Young fish
5. Peels 93. Forward 44. Place
10. A lot 94. Group of eight 47. Palindrome start
15. Apple variety 97. River in Ireland 48. Peace goddess
19. Supreme deity 98. Organic solvent 48. Inches
20. Beethoven’s “Fur _” 101. Silly job title: 3 wds. 50. Ran in neutral
21. Teacher of Aristotle 107. Toward shelter 56. Heavy
22. Song 108. Mr. Simpson 57. Japanese gateway
23. Wacky job title: 3 wds. 109. Means of restraint 58. Mineral
27. Quinn or Burgess 110. _ spumante 59. Stickum
28. English river 111. _ -do-well 60. Place of sacrifice
29. Occasions 112. Port city in Japan 62. Disney princess
30. Abhor 113. Pushover 63. Storage structures
31. Juan _ de Leon 114. Look 64. Pleated fabric for trimming
33. Smack 65. Assyrian god
35. One cubic meter DOWN 66. Kapok
37. Soil component 1. Qty. 67. End
38. Come together 2. Whim 68. Vestibule
42. Speck 3. Handwriting on the wall 69. Verona’s river
43. Tanning material 4. Something loathed 70. Affirmative answers
44. Riyadh native 5. Mescal 71. Fill
45. Garment type: Abbr. 6. Garment shape: Hyph. 73. Does a charwoman’s job
46. Kooky job title: 3 wds. 7. Frosted 74. A plus
51. Wing 8. Second sight 77. Girl in “Peanuts”
52. Tapestry 9. Kind of biscuit 78. Campus area
53. _ ex machina 10. One of Newton’s fortes 79. Monger
54. Duryea and Fogelberg 11. Erupt 80. Join
55. Reed organ 12. Counterweight 81. Long boats
57. Old garments 13. Much-used abbr. 87. Bureau part
59. Simple bed 14. Japanese drama 88. Incantation
61. Stripe 15. Elephant bird, e.g. 89. Teensy- _
62. Used an auger 16. Utah city 90. Pilaster
63. Bundle 17. Common pests 92. Stream
64. Cluster of flowers 18. Vittles 93. Not much at all
67. Largest asteroid 24. Blacken with heat 94. In the twinkling _ _ eye
68. Times of abstinence: 2 wds. 25. French Canadian 95. Cabbage
72. Employs 26. Where Roma is 96. Family diagram
73. Lunchtime destination 31. Cougars 97. Flaubert’s Bovary
74. Artery 32. Gen. Bradley 98. _ _ I cared!
75. Anti-narcotics gp. 33. People 99. Wall St. acronym
76. Loony job title: 3 wds. 34. African streambed 100. Punta del _
82. Nave 35. Fashionista’s concern 102. Pi follower
83. Charlotte _ 36. Of musical sounds 103. John _ Passos
84. American Beauties 37. Earthling 104. Taxing org.
85. Cyma reversa 38. _ belli 105. Bus. bigwig
86. Send out beams 39. Fiber plant 106. Tiny _
88. Creator 40. Hag
89. Becomes smaller 41. Co-founder of Dadaism
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Movie Reviews
No, Puppet. No, Puppet.
THE HAPPYTIME
MURDERS
The novelty of puppets – or, in the case
of Team America: World Police, mario-
nettes – cursing and boinking and excret-
ing was already mostly worn out by the
mid-aughts, at which point Crank Yankers
was midway through its five-season run
and Broadway’s Avenue Q a mainstream,
Tony-winning hit. So The Happytime Mur-
ders was probably doomed from the start,
given that its central joke, and only truly
sustained joke, finds humans interacting
with puppets in possession of brazenly
fi lthy mouths, active libidos, and a wild
excess of body fluids. As comic conceits
go, that one’s definitely a yawn. Astound-
ingly, though, and despite its considerable
flaws, the movie itself isn’t terrible – or at
least, nowhere near as terrible as you may
have heard.
Its narrative reminiscent of Who
Framed Roger Rabbit’s, director Brian
Henson’s slapstick noir finds boozy private
eye and disgraced former cop Phil Philips
(a puppet voiced by Bill Barretta) inves-
tigating a series of puppet killings with
the aid of his bitter ex-partner Connie
Edwards (a human played by Melissa
McCarthy). And unless you’re the type
that reflexively cackles at the dropping of
commonplace expletives, especially when
they’re coming out of the mouths of char-
acters made of felt, you’re almost duty-
bound to find director Brian Henson’s
gross-out comedy insufferable both for its
out-of-date “edginess” and its profoundly
juvenile gags. Adding to this, the running
motif of puppets being treated as second-
class citizens – a sociological metaphor
delivered with unbecoming laziness –
grows tiresome long before the halfway
point. Scenes involving a puppet porno
shop and a biological explosion of Silly
String last so long that your initial shock
morphs into bored irritation. Middle-
school yuks of the “A homo says what?”
variety get trotted out with embarrassing
frequency. Ben Falcone shows up, as he’s
apparently contractually obligated to
every time wife McCarthy makes a movie.
Plus, if you still hold an unshakable affec-
tion for Sesame Street and The Muppet
Show the way most adults I know do, you
might hate the fi lm all the more for being
directed by the son of Muppet pioneer Jim
Henson, whom one can imagine rolling
over in his grave at the debasement of the
family name. (His son’s movie has already
received “worst of the year” acknowledg-
ment by the likes of Rolling Stone, the
Washington Post, and Vanity Fair – and
it’s only August.)
Here’s the thing, though: I laughed way
more often that I thought I would, and
certainly more often than I feel com-
fortable sharing. Every cell of my being
knows that Henson’s outing is crass,
crude, frequently childish, and not worth
the considerable effort extended toward
making it. (The fi lm’s best sequence, in
truth, is the end-credits montage showing
the hard work behind seemingly simple
effects pulled off through a blend of pup-
peteer magic and green-screen wizardry.)
But to misquote Emily Dickinson – or,
more awkwardly, Woody Allen – the
funny bone wants what it wants, and mine
obviously wanted Barretta’s hilariously
dry gumshoe readings, and Maya Rudolph
as a devoted gal Friday named Bubbles,
and Elizabeth Banks as a past-her-prime
pole dancer. As well as, I’m less inclined
to admit, a swinger puppet torn to cottony
shreds by a trio of adorable puppies. And
McCarthy, on a sugar high, beating the
crap out of a roomful of heat-packing pup-
pets. And Phil Philips trying to wrest his
way out of an ice cooler. And a deservedly
violent reaction to hearing “That’s What
Friends Are For” on the radio. And, most
embarrassingly, the sight of two slow-
witted children of married puppet cousins
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
By Mike Schulz • mike@rcreader.com
Melissa McCarthy in The Happytime Murders
– one with three eyes and one with one.
Like a lot of The Happytime Murders, the
sight ain’t pretty. But it’s pretty damned
funny.
PAPILLON
Back in the early ‘80s, the dramatic
thriller Papillon – a 1973 hit for Steve
McQueen and Dustin Hoffman that found
two prisoners, in the 1930s, attempting
to escape from penal colonies in French
Guiana and Devil’s Island – seemed to
be on HBO so often that I’m still not
sure whether I actually saw the movie or
merely saw its previews every few hours.
And if it weren’t for Charlie Hunnam,
the lead in Michael Noer’s new Papillon
remake, I’m not sure I’d remember seeing
this one, either, a few years down the road.
Unrelentingly grim yet inescapably
generic, this blandly directed take on
career criminal Henri Charrière’s memoir
is like a more brutal Shawshank Redemp-
tion without the uplift and humor or a
less pious Unbroken without the aggres-
sive sanctimony; in other words, just like
numerous other works of its type without
the qualities that, for better or worse,
made them distinct. Aaron Guzikowski’s
script, meanwhile, would win some kind
of award if citations were handed out
for Most Blatantly Expository Dialogue.
(“You’re a hell of a safe-cracker.” “I can’t
believe they gave you a life sentence.”
45
“They framed you for murder.”) Still, as
much as you may wince at the violence
and conversation, this Papillon is easy
enough to sit through, because while
it’s only a so-so prison flick, it’s at least a
first-rate buddy-love flick. Rami Malek,
although too physically and vocally man-
nered, employs his singular, whizzing-
brain focus to make forger Louis Dega’s
desperate need for Hunnam’s protector
Henri entirely credible. And Hunnam
himself is, as usual, a low-key marvel, so
magnetic and emotionally present that
he easily pulls off the fi lm’s centerpiece
acting challenge – a nearly half-hour
stretch in which Henri, slowly going mad
in solitary confinement, doesn’t utter a
word. As commanding as he’s been in
projects ranging from The Lost City of Z to
King Arthur: Legend of the Sword to TV’s
Sons of Anarchy (with a special shout-out
for his comic sweetness on Judd Apatow’s
short-lived sitcom Undeclared), it feels
unfair that Hunnam isn’t yet a popular
star given his talents, charisma, and
matinée-idol looks. But here’s hoping he
still might be. Chris Hemsworth can’t play
Thor forever, right?
For reviews of Crazy Rich Asians, The
Meg, BlacKkKlansman, Christopher
Robin, Alpha, Mile 22, The Spy Who
Dumped Me, Eighth Grade, and other
recent releases, visit RCReader.com/
movies.
46 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Having It Small
I met somebody online, and we have a
real connection, but he is agoraphobic and
hasn’t really left his bedroom for 10 years.
I have a job and a life, so it’s hard to keep
up with his barrage of messages. How-
ever, it seems unfair to bail on dating him
just because he has this condition. What
causes agoraphobia? Is it treatable?
– Wondering
It can be really romantic to spend the
entire weekend in bed with a man – but only
when you don’t have to spend every other
day of the month there, too.
The term “agoraphobia” starts with
“agora,” the word for the ancient Greek
version of a ginormous open-air shopping
mall and outdoor auditorium. However,
agoraphobia is not simply a fear of big open
spaces. Agoraphobics also fear (and avoid)
unfamiliar environments and situations that
leave them feeling their safety is beyond
their control – such as being in a crowd of
strangers with little room to move. (To an
agoraphobic, a free pass to Coachella is like
a coupon for a free hour of electric shocks at
a CIA black site.)
Additionally, the “My duvet is my conti-
nent!” lifestyle (in severe cases of agorapho-
bia) can develop out of a fear of having these
dreaded situations trigger a panic attack.
Evolutionary psychologist and psychiatrist
Randolph Nesse explains that panic, a form
of fear, appears to be an “adaptive” reac-
tion – meaning one that evolved to protect
us – driving us to flee from “life-threatening
danger.” It does this by kicking off a “coor-
dinated pattern” of changes in the body,
emotions, and behavior.
In the body, panic causes your adrenaline
to surge, ramping up your energy. Your
lung capacity increases,and your blood flow
gets redirected – away from your brain and
to your arms and legs, so you can kickbox
somebody into submission or (if you got a D
in ninja school) run for your life.
Mentally, panic turns you “A-a-ah!
Lemme outta here!”-centric. As Nesse
explains it, “The mind becomes focused on
finding escape routes. If none are obvi-
ous, anxiety rises quickly,” and there’s an
“overwhelming” motivation to seek shelter
in protective places and be near protective
people (such as “trusted relatives”).
If you’re staring down a lion or an angry
mob, this response will help you survive.
Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon, 171 Pier Ave, #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405. E-mail AdviceAmy@aol.com,
visit @amyalkon on Twitter, and listen to Amy’s weekly radio show at BlogTalkRadio.com/amyalkon. Order Amy
Alkon’s new book Unf_-ology: A Field Guide to Living with Guts and Confidence (St. Martin’s Griffin, 2018).
©2018, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved. New Column Published Weekly at rcreader.com
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
And Nesse notes that “mild ‘normal’ agora-
phobia seems” to be a reaction akin to “fear
of leaving the home range in territorial ani-
mals, a situation fraught with danger in the
wild.” However, Nesse explains that extreme
agoraphobia – such as that experienced by
your friend – seems to be an over-function-
ing of a survival mechanism, an excessive
response leading to the avoidance of not just
meaningful danger but the stuff of normal
day-to-day life.
But there is hope for agoraphobics – from
research on anxiety disorders. Clinical
psychologist Michelle Craske reports that
the mind and body can often be success-
fully retrained through a form of cognitive-
behavioral therapy. It’s called exposure
therapy, and it involves a therapist gradually
and repeatedly exposing a patient to some-
thing they’re irrationally afraid of (such as
spiders, social rejection, or leaving their
bedroom).
These experiences can eventually lead
the patient to see that their fear is unfounded
and, in time, to react more rationally, both
consciously and in their subconscious physi-
cal reactions. So, for example, going to the
grocery store would eventually give rise to
the bodily reactions of any other tedious
to-do list item – as opposed to the adrenal-
ized reactions that go with being chased
down the cereal aisle by a guy with a bloody
ax.
The thing is, this is a long process – often
rife with setbacks – and you aren’t this guy’s
doctor. As for your notion that it’s unfair to
nix a relationship with him because of his
condition, you seem to be conflating stick-
ing by a person you love – that “in sickness
and in health” marriage-vows thing – with
doing it for a person you hope to love.
You may also be falling prey to the “sunk
cost fallacy.” This is a cognitive bias – an
error in reasoning – that leads us to irratio-
nally decide to continue an endeavor based
on how much we’ve already invested (in,
say, time and energy). But that prior invest-
ment is gone. The rational way to assess
whether to continue is to see what we’d get
out of any future investment.
In other words, you should only consider
this guy a viable prospect for a boyfriend
if you’re willing to sign on for the day-to-
day reality – a relationship that takes place
entirely in his bedroom, save for the occa-
sional exotic vacation to the living room:
“Uh, when you get a chance, two more piña
coladas … Mom.”
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
ARIES (March 21-April 19): In Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland, our
heroine encounters a talking caterpillar
as he smokes a hookah on top of a tall
mushroom. “Who are you?” he asks her. Alice is
honest: “I know who I was when I got up this
morning, but I think I must have been changed
several times since then.” She says this with
uneasiness. In the last few hours, she has twice
been shrunken down to a tiny size and twice
grown as big as a giant. All these transformations
have unnerved her. In contrast to Alice, I’m
hoping you’ll have a positive attitude about your
upcoming shifts and mutations, Aries. From
what I can tell, your journey through the Season
of Metamorphosis should be mostly fun and
educational.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Juan
Villarino has hitchhiked over 2,350
times in 90 countries. His free rides
have carried him over 100,000 miles.
He has kept detailed records, so he’s able to say
with confidence that Iraq is the best place to
catch a lift. Average wait time there is seven
minutes. Jordan and Romania are good, too, with
nine- and 12-minute waits, respectively. In
telling you about his success, I don’t mean to
suggest that now is a favorable time to hitchhike.
But I do want you to know that the coming weeks
will be prime time to solicit favors, garner gifts,
and make yourself available for metaphorical
equivalents of free rides. You’re extra magnetic
and attractive. How could anyone could resist
providing you with the blessings you need and
deserve?
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): One of the
big stories of 2018 concerns your effort
to escape from a star-crossed trick of
fate – to fix a long-running tweak that
has subtly undermined your lust for life. How
successful will you be in this heroic quest? That
will hinge in part on your faith in the new power
you’ve been developing. Another factor that will
determine the outcome is your ability to identify
and gain access to a resource that is virtually
magical even though it appears nondescript. I
bring this to your attention, Gemini, because I
suspect that a key plot twist in this story will soon
unfold.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Potential
new allies are seeking entrance to your
domain. Existing allies aspire to be
closer to you. I’m worried you may be a
bit overwhelmed; that you might not exercise
sufficient discrimination. I therefore urge you to
ask yourself these questions about each
candidate. (1) Does this person understand what
it means to respect your boundaries? (2) What
are his or her motivations for wanting contact
with you? (3) Do you truly value and need the
gifts each person has to give you? (4) Everyone in
the world has a dark side. Can you intuit the
nature of each person’s dark side? Is it tolerable?
Is it interesting?
LEO (July 23-August 22): While a
young man, the future Roman leader
Julius Caesar was kidnapped by
Sicilian pirates. They proposed a
ransom of 620 kilograms of silver. Caesar was
incensed at the small size of the ransom – he
believed he was worth more – and demanded
that his captors raise the sum to 1,550 kilograms.
I’d love to see you unleash that kind of bravado in
the coming weeks, Leo – preferably without
getting yourself kidnapped. In my opinion, it’s
crucial that you know how valuable you are, and
make sure everyone else knows, as well.
VIRGO (August 23-September 22):
Romanian philosopher Emil Cioran
loved the music of Johann Sebastian
Bach. “Without Bach, God would be a
complete second-rate figure,” he testified, adding,
“Bach’s music is the only argument proving the
creation of the Universe cannot be regarded as a
complete failure.” I invite you to emulate Cioran’s
passionate clarity, Virgo. From an astrological
perspective, now is an excellent time to identify
people and things that consistently invigorate
your excitement about your destiny. Maybe you
have just one shining exemplar, like Cioran, or
maybe you have more. Home in on the
phenomena that in your mind embody the glory
of creation.
LIBRA (September 23-October 22): I
foresee the withering of a hope or the
disappearance of a prop or the loss of
leverage. This ending may initially
make you feel melancholy, but I bet it will
River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
ultimately prove beneficent – and maybe lead you
to resources that were previously unavailable.
Here are rituals you could perform that may help
you catalyze the specific kind of relief and release
you need: (1) Wander around a graveyard and
sing songs you love. (2) Tie one end of a string
around your ankle and the other end around an
object that symbolizes an influence you want to
banish from your life. Then cut the string and
bury the object. (3) Say this 10 times: “The end
makes the beginning possible.”
SCORPIO (October 23-November
21): “If a man treats a life artistically,
his brain is his heart,” wrote Oscar
Wilde. I’ll translate that into a more
complete version: “If a person of any gender
treats life artistically, their brain is their heart.”
This truth will be especially applicable for you in
the coming weeks. You’ll be wise to treat your life
artistically. You’ll thrive by using your heart as
your brain. So I advise you to wield your
intelligence with love. Understand that your
most incisive insights will come when you’re
feeling empathy and seeking intimacy. As you
crystallize clear visions about the future, make
sure they are generously suffused with ideas
about how you and your people can enhance
your joie de vivre.
SAGITTARIUS (November
22-December 21): “My tastes are
simple,” testified Sagittarian politician
Winston Churchill. “I am easily
satisfied with the best.” I propose that we make
that your motto for now. While it may not be a
sound idea to demand only the finest of
everything all the time, I think it will be wise for
you to do so during the next three weeks. You
will have a mandate to resist trifles and insist on
excellence. Luckily, this should motivate you to
raise your own standards and expect the very
best from yourself.
CAPRICORN (December 22-January
19): Russian playwright Anton
Chekhov articulated a principle he felt
was essential to telling a good story: If
you say early in your tale that there’s a rifle
hanging on the wall, that rifle must eventually be
used. “If it’s not going to be fired, it shouldn’t be
hanging there,” declared Chekhov. We might
47
By Rob Brezsny
wish that real life unfolded with such clear
dramatic purpose. To have our future so
well-foreshadowed would make it easier to plan
our actions. But that’s not often the case. Many
elements pop up in our personal stories that
ultimately serve no purpose. Except now, that is,
for you Capricorns. I suspect that in the next six
weeks, plot twists will be telegraphed in advance.
AQUARIUS (January 20-February
18): Would it be fun to roast
marshmallows on long sticks over
scorching volcanic vents? I suppose.
Would it be safe? No! Aside from the possibility
that you could get burned, the sulfuric acid in the
vapors would make the cooked marshmallows
taste terrible, and might cause them to explode.
So I advise you to refrain from adventures like
that. On the other hand, I will love it if you
cultivate a playful spirit as you contemplate
serious decisions. I’m in favor of you keeping a
blithe attitude as you navigate your way through
tricky maneuvers. I hope you’ll be jaunty in the
midst of rumbling commotions.
PISCES (February 19-March 20):
People will be thinking about you more
than usual, and with greater intensity.
Allies and acquaintances will be
revising their opinions and understandings
about you, mostly in favorable ways, although
not always. Loved ones and not-so-loved ones
will also be reworking their images of you,
coming to altered conclusions about what you
mean to them and what your purpose is. Given
these developments, I suggest that you be
proactive about expressing your best intentions
and displaying your finest attributes.
Homework: What pose would it be a relief for you
to drop? How are you faking, and what could you
do to stop? Visit FreeWillAstrology.com.
New Column Published Weekly
at RCReader.com
Go to RealAstrology.com to check out Rob Brezsny’s
EXPANDED WEEKLY AUDIO HOROSCOPES
& DAILY TEXT MESSAGE HOROSCOPES
The audio horoscopes are also available by phone at
1-877-873-4888 or 1-900-950-7700
48 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
Live Music Live Music Live Music
Email all listings to calendar@rcreader.com • Deadline 5 p.m. Thursday before publication
THURSDAY
2018/08/30 (Thu)
30
Abandoned by Bears – Light Up the
Sky – Boys of Fall – Iowa City Yacht
Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City IA
Bobby Ray Bunch – The J Bar, 4215
Elmore Ave., Davenport IA
Smoke N Guns Band – Riverside
Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
Highway 22, Riverside IA
Soul Storm – Bass Street Landing
Plaza, 17th St., Moline IL
FRIDAY
2018/08/31 (Fri)
31
97X Record Release Party – RIBCO,
1815 Second Ave., Rock Island IL
Blues Rock It – Parkside Grill &
Lounge, 2307 5th Ave, Moline IL
The Britins – Casino Resort
Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore Ave.,
Davenport IA
Cop Circles – Pulsing – Rozz-Tox,
2108 Third Ave., Rock Island IL
Crooked Cactus Band – 11th
Street Precinct, 1107 Mound St.,
Davenport IA
Douglas & Tucker (6pm) –
Steventon’s, 1399 Eagle Ridge Rd,
LeClaire IA
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo (6pm) –
Rock Island Hy-Vee Market Grille,
2930 18th Ave., Rock Island IL
Jacks & Atoms – Kilkenny’s, 300 W.
3rd St., Davenport IA
Joaquina Mertz – The Stardust, 218
Iowa St., Davenport IA
Live @ Five: The Knockoff s (5pm)
– RME Courtyard, 131 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA
The Lonely Goats (5pm) – Wide River
Winery - LeClaire, 106 N. Cody Rd.,
LeClaire IA
Playlist Unplugged (6pm) –
Steeplegate Inn, 100 W 76th St.,
Davenport IA
Smoke N Guns Band – Riverside
Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
Highway 22, Riverside IA
Strange Neighbors Reunion Show
– Muddy Ruckus – The Redstone
Room, 129 Main St, Davenport IA
Younger – Otros Outros – Anthony
Worden (6:30pm) – Downtown
Iowa City, , Iowa City IA
Zig Destroyer – Goatfight –
Douglas Kramer Nye – Gabe’s,
330 E. Washington St., Iowa City IA
SATURDAY 1
2018/09/01 (Sat)
10 of Soul – River House, 1510 River
Dr., Moline IL
Bloated 3 – The Brokedowns
– Lipstick Homicide – The
Fantastic Plastics (3pm) – Gabe’s,
330 E. Washington St., Iowa City IA
The Britins – Riverside Casino and
Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22,
Riverside IA
Cinderella’s Tom Keifer – Lava Rock
– RIBCO, 1815 Second Ave., Rock
Island IL
Gary Allan – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Event Center, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Jacks & Atoms – Kilkenny’s, 300 W.
3rd St., Davenport IA
Jim Ryan (4pm) – Mississippi River
Distilling Company, 303 N. Cody
Rd., LeClaire IA
The Knockoff s – Sergeant Major’s,
213 6th Ave. W., Andalusia IL
Moeller Nights: Muddy Ruckus
– Kirby Brown – Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 304
E Third St., Davenport IA
The RiverCity Dixie, Racing,
Marching Society GoodTime
Brass Band (2pm) – Downtown
Kewanee, , Kewanee IL
Russ Reyman Request Piano Bar –
The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini
Bar, 111 West 2nd St., Davenport IA
Tony Hoeppner & Friends – Green
Tree Brewery, 309 N. Cody Rd.,
LeClaire IA
Whiskey High – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
SUNDAY 2
2018/09/02 (Sun)
Buddy Olson (3pm) – Village
Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, Davenport
IA
Corey McCauley & the Hip–Hop
Jam – Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington
St., Iowa City IA
Dani Lynn Howe Band (4pm) –
Runners Park, 742 15th Ave., East
Moline IL
Dave Ellis (4pm) – Mississippi River
Distilling Company, 303 N. Cody
Rd., LeClaire IA
Douglas & Tucker (2pm) – Riverside
Casino and Golf Resort, 3184
Highway 22, Riverside IA
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo (6pm) –
Driftwood Pub, 1201 E. River Dr.,
Davenport IA
Pappa-Razzi (5pm) – Green Tree
Brewery, 309 N. Cody Rd., LeClaire
IA
The Rough & Tumble (6:30pm) – Ca
D’Zan, 411 South Rd., Cambridge IL
Sumac – Infernal Coil – Jon Mueller
– RIBCO, 1815 Second Ave., Rock
Island IL
Marbin @ The Redstone Room -- September 13
MONDAY
2018/09/03 (Mon)
3 6th Annual BrianFest: Jim
Lake Street Dive – Englert Theatre,
221 East Washington St., Iowa City
IA
WEDNESDAY 5
2018/09/05 (Wed)
Burlington Street Bluegrass Band –
The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., Iowa
City IA
Lewis Knudsen (6:30pm) – The
Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits, 117 N
Cody Rd, LeClaire IA
THURSDAY
2018/09/06 (Thu)
6 Dallas Hendrix – Rhythm City Casino
Angela Meyer – The J Bar, 4215
Elmore Ave., Davenport IA
EmiSunshine (6:45pm) – The Circa
‘21 Speakeasy, 1818 Third Ave.,
Rock Island IL
Lucy Wainwright Roche – Lily
DeTaeye – The Mill, 120 E.
Burlington St., Iowa City IA
Moeller Nights: The Moondoggies
– Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 304 E Third St.,
Davenport IA
Vagabond Maurice – Ahzia –
Eastsiders – SOM Franco – Rozz-
Tox, 2108 Third Ave., Rock Island IL
FRIDAY
2018/09/07 (Fri)
7 Keuning (6pm) – Steventon’s,
2018 Blues Cruise: Tas Cru & His
Band of Tortured Souls (6pm)
– Celebration River Cruises, 2501
River Dr., Moline IL
DINOSAUR JR. @ CODFISH HOLLOW BARN – SEPTEMBER 10
Kirkendall – Otar & Friends –
Dave Zollo & the Body Electric –
Flash in a Pan – The Uniphonics
(6pm) – The Mill, 120 E. Burlington
St., Iowa City IA
Avey/Grouws Duo – Mississippi River
Distilling Company & Cody Road
Cocktail House, 303 N. Cody Rd.,
LeClaire IA
Code 415 – Parkside Grill & Lounge,
2307 5th Ave, Moline IL
The Corridor Record Project
– Englert Theatre, 221 East
Washington St., Iowa City IA
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Dan Hubbard – The Faithful Pilot
Cafe & Spirits, 117 N Cody Rd,
LeClaire IA
Dead Rider – The Commanders –
Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington St., Iowa
City IA
Frankie Joe & Kinfolk – RIBCO, 1815
Second Ave., Rock Island IL
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo – The
Grape Life Wine Store & Lounge,
3402 Elmore Ave., Davenport IA
Hot ‘n’ Cole: the Music of Cole
Porter (noon) – Moline Public
Library, 3210 41st St., Moline IL
Jef Spradley featuring Kris
1399 Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire IA
The Knockoffs – Digs Bar & Grill,
TBK Spor ts Complex, 4850
Competition Dr., Bettendorf IA
Live @ Five: Beaker Brothers Band
(5pm) – RME Courtyard, 131 W. 2nd
St., Davenport IA
Musicfest: Barefoot Becky & the
Ivanhoe Dutchmen (5:30 &
7:30pm) – Country Tradition
Band (6:30 & 9:30pm) – Durant
Community Center, 606 5th Ave.,
Durant IA
Musicfest: Zweifel Bros. Band (5:30
& 8:30pm) – Mollie B. w/ the Jim
Busta Band (7 & 10pm) – Durant
Community Center Bandshell, 605
5th Ave., Durant IA
Passion – Riverside Casino and Golf
Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside
IA
Sunset Salsa Group – Frankie Joe &
Kinfolk (5pm) – Mercado on Fifth,
1122 4th Ave., Moline IL
SATURDAY
2018/09/08 (Sat)
8 Loud Sun – Devata Daun – White
An Evening With Dawes – Codfish
Hollow Barn, 5013 288th Ave.,
Maquoketa IA
Bugeye Sprite – Harley Corin’s, 1708
State St., Bettendorf IA
Funktastic Five – River House,
1510 River Dr., Moline IL
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
Musicfest: Jimmy Parker (noon &
3:30pm) – Goodtime Dutchmen
(2, 5, & 7:30pm) – Brass Notes (6 &
9pm) – Durant Community Center,
606 5th Ave., Durant IA
Musicfest: Malek’s Fishermen
(12:30, 3, & 6pm) – Barefoot
Becky & the Ivanhoe Dutchmen
(1:30, 4:30, & 7:30pm) – The
Tailfins (8:30pm) – Durant
Community Center Bandshell, 605
5th Ave., Durant IA
Passion – Riverside Casino and Golf
Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside
IA
Past Curfew – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Pocket Change – RIBCO, 1815 Second
Ave., Rock Island IL
Russ Reyman Request Piano Bar –
The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini
Bar, 111 West 2nd St., Davenport IA
Tony Hoeppner & Friends – Tuggers
Burger Bar & Ale House, 201 N.
Main St., Port Byron IL
SUNDAY
2018/09/09 (Sun)
9 Options – Fond Han – Honeygold –
Buddy Olson (3pm) – Village
Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, Davenport
IA
Chuck Murphy (2pm) – Service
Station Bar & Grill, 432 1st Ave. W.,
West Milan IL
Code 415 (1pm) – The Logger House
Bar & Grill, 256 S. State Ave.,
Hampton IL
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo (2pm) –
Len Brown’s North Shore Inn, 700
N. Shore Dr., Moline IL
On the Sun – Gabe’s, 330 E.
Washington St., Iowa City IA
Summer Rhapsody (2pm) – Runners
Park, 742 15th Ave., East Moline IL
MONDAY
2018/09/10 (Mon)
10
Dessa: The Green Room – Englert
Theatre, 221 East Washington St.,
Iowa City IA
Dinosaur Jr. – Codfish Hollow Barn,
5013 288th Ave., Maquoketa IA
Sarah McQuaid (6:30pm) – Moline
Public Library, 3210 41st St., Moline
IL
TUESDAY
2018/09/11 (Tue)
11
Batzzz – Rozz-Tox, 2108 Third Ave.,
Rock Island IL
Moeller Nights: Naia Izumi – Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 304 E Third St., Davenport IA
WEDNESDAY 12
2018/09/12 (Wed)
Bold as Brass Chamber Showcase
– Coralville Center for the
Performing Arts, 1301 5th St.,
Coralville IA
Burlington Street Bluegrass Band –
The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., Iowa
City IA
Jordan Danielsen (6:30pm) – The
Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits, 117 N
Cody Rd, LeClaire IA
Tommy Pickett & Friends (5:30pm)
– Davenport Elks Lodge #298, 4400
W. Central Park Ave., Davenport IA
THURSDAY
2018/09/13 (Thu)
13
Dan Dimonte – The J Bar, 4215 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Marbin – Greek Medallion – The
Redstone Room, 129 Main St,
Davenport IA
Moeller Nights: Chicago Farmer
– Dan Tedesco – Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel, 304
E Third St., Davenport IA
Mountain Swallower – Rozz-Tox,
2108 Third Ave., Rock Island IL
FRIDAY
2018/09/14 (Fri)
14
The Brat Pack – RIBCO, 1815 Second
Ave., Rock Island IL
Cherry Gun – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
The Delta Bombers – Interstellar
Cave Dweller – Iowa City Yacht
Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City IA
Elizabeth Moen – Englert Theatre,
221 East Washington St., Iowa City
IA
Glenview Mariachi Band (5pm) –
Mercado on Fifth, 1122 4th Ave.,
Moline IL
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo – Geneseo
Brewing Company, 102 S. State St.,
Geneseo IL
Jazz After Five: Jarrett Purdy
Quartet (5pm) – The Mill, 120 E.
Burlington St., Iowa City IA
Jordan Danie lsen (6 pm) –
Steventon’s, 1399 Eagle Ridge Rd,
LeClaire IA
The Knockoffs – Parkside Grill &
Lounge, 2307 5th Ave., Moline IL
Live @ Five: Class of ‘82 (5pm) –
RME Courtyard, 131 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA
The Manny Lopez Big Band (6pm) –
The Circa ‘21 Speakeasy, 1818 Third
Ave., Rock Island IL
Moeller Nights: Campdogzz – Star
Parks – Blake Brown – Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 304 E Third St., Davenport IA
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 49

Live Music
MUSIC Continued From Page 27 By Michael Helke

Email all listings to calendar@rcreader.com • Deadline 5 p.m. Thursday before publication All Senses Engaged: Year Two
Soul Sherpa – Tomar & the FCS – The RiverCity 6 (11am) – Celebration Hotel California: A Salute to the
The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, Belle Landing, 2501 River Dr, Eagles – Orpheum Theatre, 57 S.
Davenport IA Davenport IA Kellogg St., Galesburg IL
Steep Canyon Rangers – Hancher War of Ages – Capsize – Ghost Key The Knockoff s – Sergeant Major's,
Auditorium, 141 East Park Rd., Iowa – Dead/Awake – Heavyweight – 213 6th Ave. W., Andaludia IL
City IA Death by Disaster (6pm) – Gabe’s, The Krank Daddies – Short Horn –
330 E. Washington St., Iowa City IA Acoustic Guillotine – RIBCO, 1815

SATURDAY
2018/09/15 (Sat)
15 Second Ave., Rock Island IL

Big Business – Aseethe – In the THURSDAY

Mouth of Radness – Iowa City
Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa City IA
Blues Beatles from Brazil – Rhythm
City Casino Resort Event Center,
7077 Elmore Ave., Davenport IA
The Brat Pack – Riverside Casino
and Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22,
Riverside IA
Cherry Gun – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo – Tuggers
Burger Bar & Ale House, 201 N. Main
St., Port Byron IL
Johnny Rogers – Ohnward Fine Arts
Center, 1215 E. Platt St., Maquoketa
IA
Moonshine Run – RIBCO, 1815
Second Ave., Rock Island IL
Phyllis & the Sharks – River House,
1510 River Dr., Moline IL
Rooney – Mating Ritual – Halfloves
(6:30pm) – Chachuba – Reggae
Rapids – Palindromes (10pm) –
Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington St., Iowa
City IA
Russ Reyman Request Piano Bar –
The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini
Bar, 111 West 2nd St., Davenport IA
The Undertones – Fargo Lounge,
4204 Avenue of the Cities, Moline IL
Whoozdads? (3pm) – Lindsay Park,
River Drive and Mound Street,
Davenport IA
Whoozdads? (8pm) – The Grape Life
Wine Store & Lounge, 3402 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
2018/09/20 (Thu)
20
Bobby Ray Bunch – The J Bar, 4215
Elmore Ave., Davenport IA
Moeller Nights: Sean Rowe (7pm) –
The Nude Party (9:30pm) – Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 304 E Third St., Davenport IA
Old Salt Union – Gabe’s, 330 E.
Washington St., Iowa City IA
Raj & Bacon (6pm) – Baked Beer
& Bread Co., 1113 Mound St.,
Davenport IA
Your Smith – BAUM – The Mill, 120 E.
Burlington St., Iowa City IA
FRIDAY
2018/09/21 (Fri)
21
Amanda Shires – Englert Theatre,
221 East Washington St., Iowa City
IA
Annalibera – Squirrel Flower – Curt
Oren – Rozz-Tox, 2108 Third Ave.,
Rock Island IL
Avon Dale CD Release Show – The
Redstone Room, 129 Main St,
Davenport IA
BB Secrist – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Brown Bag Lunch Concert: Wes
Wells (noon) – Bettendorf Public
Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr.,
Bettendorf IA
Bucktown Revue – Nighswander
Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave,
Davenport IA
Davenport Zither Ensemble (noon)
– Moline Public Library, 3210 41st
St., Moline IL
Mark Erelli – Princeton Coffeehouse,
25 E. Marion St., Princeton IL
Material Girl – Riverside Casino and
Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22,
Riverside IA
Moeller Nights: Illuminati Hotties
– Yoya – Mountain Swallower
– Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 304 E Third St.,
Davenport IA
MySpace Emo Prom – Gabe’s, 330 E.
Dos Santos
Washington St., Iowa City IA
Russ Reyman Request Piano Bar – play music in any city, or one with a context not to feel that people like Kevin Shields or
The Phoenix Restaurant & Martini like Chicago, you end up building a com- Shuggie Otis, who started off so incred-
Bar, 111 West 2nd St., Davenport IA
South City Revival – The North 41 – munity with all kinds of folks. It was really ibly, held themselves back by overthinking
Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St,
Iowa City IA
like a daisy chain: I met Jaime through things. I don’t think complacency leads to
anything good, but you have to have some
traditional Mexican folk-music stuff; our
SUNDAY
2018/09/23 (Sun)
23 previous guitarist knew Daniel doing a
project with him in the past; and then
level of self-acceptance and confidence just
to play.”
Buddy Olson (3pm) – Village Theatre,
2113 E 11th St, Davenport IA Daniel played a couple gigs with … . You He’s also, you should know, not fond
Ed James (2pm) – Service Station Bar
& Grill, 432 1st Ave. W., West Milan IL know what I’m saying?” With a laugh, he of the “avant-jazz” label, even though
Moeller Nights: Bat House – Triple said, “It’s a small world.” the press plays it up at every conceivable
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 304 E Third St., Davenport IA
Crown Larks vocalist/organist/guitarist corner. “I don’t think we’re a jazz project
Taylor Phelan – Gabe’s, 330 E. Jack Bouboushian admits that the sounds in any sense. I listen to jazz as much as any
Washington St., Iowa City IA
Whoozdads? (1pm) – Wide River
of his band don’t make them easy to pro- music, and Chicago’s free/out jazz scene
Winery Tasting Room - Village of mote: “Spotify and such have taken hashtag is the best, but our songs are almost all
East Davenport, 1128 Mound St., pigeonholing to a new level.” Nevertheless, centered around riffs and vocals. I wouldn’t
Davenport IA
“People like our shows, and every record go further than to say this band often uses
MONDAY
2018/09/24 (Mon)
24 store that’s played our records has sold jazz-esque textures and leads, and that I
John Popper – Katrina Woolverton them. We’ve made DIY touring work for want to make music that melds individual
– The Redstone Room, 129 Main St, years, and the Chicago scene’s been a huge expression and structure in a way that the
Davenport IA

SUNDAY 16
2018/09/16 (Sun)
Buddy Olson (3pm) – Village Theatre,
2113 E 11th St, Davenport IA
CJ Boyd – Sing Soon – Rozz-Tox, 2108
Third Ave., Rock Island IL
David G. Smith (2pm) – Wide River
Winery Tasting Room - Village of
East Davenport, 1128 Mound St.,
Davenport IA
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo (2pm) –
Tycoga Vineyard & Winery, 2585
195th St., DeWitt IA
Phyllis & Gary (3pm) – Service
Station Bar & Grill, 432 1st Ave. W.,
West Milan IL
Polyrhythms’ Third Sunday Jazz
Workshop & Matinee Series –
The Redstone Room, 129 Main St,
Davenport IA
MONDAY
2018/09/17 (Mon)
17
Jacob James Wilton – Magu –
Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington St., Iowa
City IA
TUESDAY
2018/09/18 (Tue)
18
Anderson East – Durand Jones &
the Indications – Codfish Hollow
Barn, 5013 288th Ave., Maquoketa
IA
Japanese Breakfast – Ought (8pm)
– The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St.,
Iowa City IA
WEDNESDAY 19
2018/09/19 (Wed)
Bobby Ray Bunch (6:30pm) – The
Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits, 117 N
Cody Rd, LeClaire IA
Moeller Nights: The Yawpers
– Ggoolldd – Triple Crown
Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel,
304 E Third St., Davenport IA
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo (5pm) –
Mississipi Brewing Company, 107
Iowa Ave., Muscatine IA
Kind Country – Flash in a Pan – Iowa
City Yacht Club, 13 S Linn St, Iowa
City IA
Lewis Knudsen (6pm) – Steventon’s,
1399 Eagle Ridge Rd, LeClaire IA
Live @ Five: Neon Orange (5pm)
– RME Courtyard, 131 W. 2nd St.,
Davenport IA
Material Girl – Riverside Casino and
Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22,
Riverside IA
Moeller Nights: Jared & the Mill –
Slaughter Beach – Dog & Gladie
– Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 304 E Third St.,
Davenport IA
Remo Drive – Field Medic – Prince
Daddy & the Hyena – Gabe’s, 330
E. Washington St., Iowa City IA
Shiner – The Last Glimpse –
Giallows – RIBCO, 1815 Second
Ave., Rock Island IL
Sonora Sazon de Antano (5pm) –
Mercado on Fifth, 1122 4th Ave.,
Moline IL
Whoozdads? (6:30pm) – Lavender
Crest Winery, 5401 US Highway 6,
Colona IL
SATURDAY
2018/09/22 (Sat)
22
3 Men & a Molly – Doc’s Inn Bar &
Grill, 985 Avenue of the Cities,
Silvis IL
BB Secrist – Rhythm City Casino
Resort Rhythm Room, 7077 Elmore
Ave., Davenport IA
Black Belt Eagle Scout – Village
Theatre, 2113 E 11th St, Davenport
IA
Crooked Cactus – River House, 1510
River Dr., Moline IL
Greg & Rich Acoustic Duo – Jim’s
Knoxville Tap, 8716 Knoxville Rd.,
Milan IL
Moeller Nights: Frankie & the Witch
Fingers – Stonefield – Triple
Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
Motel, 304 E Third St., Davenport IA
The RiverCity 6 (6pm) – Ben
Butterworth Memorial Parkway,
3000 River Dr., Moline IL
TUESDAY
2018/09/25 (Tue)
25
Harmonic Brass (6pm) – Lincoln Park
- DeWitt, , DeWitt IA
The Philadelphia Orchestra –
Hancher Auditorium, 141 East Park
Rd., Iowa City IA
WEDNESDAY 26
2018/09/26 (Wed)
Burlington Street Bluegrass Band –
The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., Iowa
City IA
Diet Cig – Illuminati Hotties – Hot
Tang – Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington
St., Iowa City IA
Keb’ Mo’ – Englert Theatre, 221 East
Washington St., Iowa City IA
Moeller Nights: Sam Morrow
– Triple Crown Whiskey Bar &
Raccoon Motel, 304 E Third St.,
Davenport IA
Molly Durnin (6:30pm) – The
Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits, 117 N
Cody Rd, LeClaire IA
Tommy Pickett & Friends (5:30pm)
– Davenport Elks Lodge #298, 4400
W. Central Park Ave., Davenport IA
help.” best jazz does best.
Bouboushian isn’t shy about singing the
city’s praises: “Without Chicago’s scene, I
doubt I would’ve started this band. There
are so many people that I consider friends
and teachers here, like Wei Zhongle,
Blacker Face, Health & Beauty, Toupee,
Hamid Drake, Ben Lamar Gay … . The
reason my creativity can weather distrac-
tions is because I think of my musical
heroes, living or dead, and want to carry on
their work, because it’s saved my life.”
Together with fellow-vocalist Lorraine
Bailey (who also plays keyboards, alto-
saxophone, flute, and synth-bass), percus- Crown Larks
sionist Bill Miller, and bassist Matt Buhr,
their collective work is characterized by “A lot of our biggest influences are bands
Bouboushian as “more of a long-term pro- or musicians that we sound nothing like. I
cess. From the start, we wanted to be very love Neil Young and Grace Jones and John
collaborative and make room for chance Coltrane, but that love manifests more
and chaos. Our newer material is a lot as an approach or a personal inspiration
more focused than before, partly because than as a specific sound. As far as stuff we
it’s more about rhythms than textures.
But we’re also just better musicians/listen-
do sound like – This Heat, Can, Televi-
sion. So a lot of bands also inspired by free
ers now. Five years ago, my approach was jazz, Musique concrète, et ceteran, that,
much more ‘throw shit at the wall and see at the end of the day, are punk bands. As
what sticks’ than it is now.” far as contemporaries – Dirty Projectors,
Bouboushian tries not to get hung up on Yonatan Gat, Horse Lords, Boredoms, and,
project-minded creative end-points, but yeah, a lot of jazz artists like Tatsu Aoki or
doesn’t get hung up by complacency, either. Jaimie Branch.”
“My best results have come from letting
myself be a channel, and critiquing/editing Michael Helke is a Quad Cities’-based free-
after the fact,” Bouboushian says. “It’s hard lance writer.
50 River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018
DJs/Karaoke/Jams/Open Mics
THURSDAYS
THURSDAYS
Coolzey DJ Set (Aug. 30) – Gabe’s,
330 E. Washington St., Iowa City IA
Karaoke Night – Bier Stube Moline,
415 15th St, Moline IL
Karaoke w/ Double Dz – Purgatory’s
Pub, 2104 State St, Bettendorf IA
Open Jam Night – Rico’s Tropical
Cantina, 1510 N. Harrison St.,
Davenport IA
Open Mic & More – Uptown Bill’s
Coffee House, 730 S. Dubuque St.,
Iowa City IA
Open Mic Night (6pm) – Energized
Cafe, 226 W. Third St., Davenport IA
Open Mic w/ H.C. Wallace – Boots,
2228 E 11th St., Davenport IA
Rock the House Karaoke – Bottoms
Up on 7th, 1814 Seventh St., Moline
IL
Thumpin’ Thursdays DJ Night –
Rascals Live, 1414 15th St., Moline IL
FRIDAYS
FRIDAYS
DJ Alex (Aug. 31, 5pm) – Mercado on
Fifth, 1122 Fourth Ave., Moline IL
DJ K Yung – Barrel House Moline,
1321 Fifth Ave., Moline IL
DJ Lacey – Hawkeye Tap Sports
Bar N Grill, 4646 Cheyenne Ave.,
Davenport IA
DJ Menos (Sept. 28, 5pm) – Mercado
on Fifth, 1122 Fourth Ave., Moline IL
Karaoke Jean – Chuck’s Tap, 1731 W.
Sixth St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Circle Tap, 1345 W.
Locust St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – K & T’s Bike Rack
Sports Bar & Grill, 3303 Brady St.,
Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Big River Bowling,
2902 E. Kimberly Rd., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Roadrunners
Roadhouse, 3803 Rockingham Rd.,
Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – The Grove Tap, 108
S. First St., Long Grove IA
Karaoke Night – V.F.W. Post 9128,
2814 State St., Bettendorf IA
Karaoke Night w/ Mike Matthews –
Hollar’s Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St,
Annalibera @ Rozz-Tox – September 21
Moline IL
Open Mic Coff eehouse (Sept. 21)
– First Lutheran Church Parish
House, 1600 20th St., Rock Island IL
Soulshake – Gabe’s, 330 E.
Washington St., Iowa City IA
SATURDAYS
SATURDAYS
Anthony Worden DJ Set (Sept. 1) –
Gabe’s, 330 E. Washington St., Iowa
City IA
Irish Music Session (Sept. 1, 3pm) –
Uptown Bill’s Coffee House, 730 S.
Dubuque St., Iowa City IA
Karaoke Jean – Chuck’s Tap, 1731 W.
Sixth St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Jean Breakfast (Sept. 29,
8am) – Chuck’s Tap, 1731 W. Sixth
St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Boozie’s Bar & Grill,
114 1/2 W. Third St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – K & T’s Bike Rack
Sports Bar & Grill, 3303 Brady St.,
Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Big River Bowling,
2902 E. Kimberly Rd., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Roadrunners
Roadhouse, 3803 Rockingham Rd.,
Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – The Grove Tap, 108
S. First St., Long Grove IA
Karaoke Night w/ Jim Harker –
Hollar’s Bar and Grill, 4050 27th St.,
Moline IL
Tw i s t e d M i c ’s M u s i c a n d
Entertainment – Barrel House
Moline, 1321 Fifth Ave., Moline IL
Ukulele Social Club (Sept. 15, 4pm)
– Uptown Bill’s Coffee House, 730 S.
Dubuque St., Iowa City IA
SUNDAYS
SUNDAYS
Hal Reed & Mississippi Journey
Sunday Jam (Sept. 23, 6pm) –
Rock Island Elks Club, 427 Seventh
Ave., Rock Island IL
Karaoke Night – 11th Street Precinct,
1107 Mound St., Davenport IA
Open Jam (4pm) – Rico’s Tropical
Cantina, 1510 N. Harrison St.,
Davenport IA
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com
MONDAYS
MONDAYS
Karaoke Monday w/ Pierced
Productions Karaoke – Grumpy’s
Saloon, 2120 E. 11th St, Davenport
IA
Open Mic w/ J. Knight – The Mill, 120
E. Burlington St., Iowa City IA
Say Anything Karaoke – Gabe’s, 330
E. Washington St., Iowa City IA
TUESDAYS
TUESDAYS
Front Bar Karaoke – The Mill, 120 E.
Burlington St., Iowa City IA
Karaoke Night w/ Okeedokee It’s
Karaoke – Lynn’s BBQ & Saloon,
1151 E. Iowa St., Eldridge IA
Open Mic Night – Broken Saddle,
1417 Fifth Ave., Moline IL
Open Mic Night – Cool Beanz
Coffeehouse, 1325 30th St., Rock CURRENT EXHIBITION
Island IL
WEDNESDAYS
WEDNESDAYS
Bluegrass Jam at the Mill (Sept.
19) – The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St.,
Iowa City IA
Cross Creek Karaoke w/ Jean Reyes
– Meat Market, 1629 Washington
St., Davenport IA
Hump Day Wing & Sing w/
Marybeth – Hawkeye Tap Sports
Bar N Grill, 4646 Cheyenne Ave.,
Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – 11th Street Precinct,
1107 Mound St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – Circle Tap, 1345 W.
Locust St., Davenport IA
Karaoke Night – RIBCO, 1815 Second
Ave., Rock Island IL
Open Jam w/ The Channel Cats –
Bent River Brewing Company, 512
24th St., Rock Island IL
Open Mic Night – Boozie’s Bar
& Grille, 114 1/2 W. Third St.,
Davenport IA
Open Mic Night (5:30pm) – Milltown
Coffee, 3800 River Dr. #2, Moline IL
JOHN BLOOM:
CLOSE TO HOME
AUGUST 25, 2018-JANUARY 13, 2019
EXHIBITION
Sue Quail The Reeg Group
SPONSORS: at R W Baird
Additional support for this exhibition has been provided by the William D. and Shirley J. Homrighausen Endowment
Summer Evening, 1936, oil on Masonite, Private Collection
Davenport, Iowa • 563.326.7804
www.figgeartmuseum.org
Know More, Do More • RiverCitiesReader.com River Cities’ Reader • Vol. 25 No. 953 • September 2018 51
ART Continued From Page 8 By Bruce Walters

Art in Plain Sight: Genesis Medical Center Fountains

Bressanelli also felt that the fountain
is a pleasant gathering place for patients,
visitors, and staff. It provides a respite
from the somewhat sterile and technol-
ogy laden environs of the medical center.
Water is the central force in Tempest
Ballet and the waterfall. In this sense,
each is a fountain. Yet they create differ-
ent impressions. Tempest Ballet’s bands of
stainless steel seem to spin upward, pro-
tecting its central jet of water. The water is
its life-force, its core of energy.
Conversely, the waterfall expresses a
sense of journey – perhaps an idealization
of life. The water passes from its fountain
head, over waterfalls, through massive
stones and into a gentle pools – allegori-
cal to childhood, youth, adulthood and
old age. Unseen, the water is cycled back
to the fountain’s head.
Numerous artworks are also displayed
throughout the buildings. Paintings
and sculptural works by area artists are
featured in the main hospital – includ-
ing work by Ellen Wagener, Brad Bisbey,
Douglas Rutzen, Jane Chukas, Corrine
Smith, Robert Zeidler, Grant William
Thye, Pam Ohnemus, Dena Tollefson,
Dawn Wohlford, and Joel Ryser of Hot
Glass Inc. Like Tempest Ballet, these
artworks are intended to inspire. Like the
waterfall, they also convey the beauty of
nature.
Bruce Walters is a professor of art at
Western Illinois University.
This is part of an occasional series
on the history of public art in the Quad
Cities. If there’s a piece of public art that
you’d like to learn more about, e-mail the
location and a brief description to BD-
Walters@wiu.edu.

ART MUSIC
A Visualization of Hope The Moondoggies
Thursday, Sep. 6 – Sunday, Dec. 9; Opening Reception: Thursday, Sep. 6, Thursday, September 6, 7 p.m. @ Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon
5:30 p.m.; @ Figge Art Museum, 225 West Second Street, Davenport, IA Motel, 304 East Third Street, Davenport, IA

P resented by the area nonprofit Living Proof Exhibit, an

organization that celebrates the creative spirit of those
impacted by cancer, the exhibition A Visualization of Hope
W ith Blurt magazine calling the band’s 2018
album A Love Sleeps Deep “focused and
well-considered” as well as “glorious, dense, and
will bring messages of strength and resilience to Daven-
exhilarating,” the five-piece rock outfit The Moon-
port’s Figge Art Museum September 6 through 9, with Living
Proof’s annual assemblage boasting more than 50 pieces of doggies performs as the headliners for a September
art created by cancer survivors in the tri-state area. 6 Moeller Nights concert, treating fans to what
With Figge patrons invited to view oils, acrylics, Pitchfork described as “a manful, harmony-heavy
watercolors, photography, sculpture, mixed-media, jewelry, brand of Americana rock modeled after fragile
stainless steel, and more, Living Proof Exhibit’s Executive but forceful legends Neil Young, the Band, and the
Director Pamela Crouch says, “This year’s exhibition includes
Grateful Dead.”
a wider variety of mediums than ever before. Our incredibly Mary T. Caravette Shortridge’s Force of Nature in
While attending Cascade High School in Everett,
talented artists show that there are no boundaries when it A Visualization of Hope @ Figge Art Museum --
Washington, guitarist Kevin Murphy started a punk
The Moondoggies @ Triple Crown Whiskey Bar
comes to expressing the feelings experienced during the September 6 through December 9
cancer journey.” rock outfit called The Familiars with drummer Jon and Raccoon Motel -- September 6
More than two dozen artists affected by cancer will have works showcased in Living Proof Exhibit’s ninth-annual Pontrello and bassist David Brown (who would later be replaced by Robert Terreberry), and singer Jon Parks.
exhibition, among them: Maria Andich of Rock Island (jewelry); Karen Austin of Camanche (photography); Maureen Bardusk The group gained a small following playing around Seattle while still in their late teens, and shortly before
of Galena (fiber); Carrol Brandt of Bettendorf (mosaics, glass on stone); Kent Broadbent of Annawan (cold wax and oil); Gail the band dissolved, Murphy began collaborating and writing with keyboardist Caleb Quick. The two began
Chavenelle of Dubuque (stainless steel); Pamela Crouch of Moline (assemblage, photography); Mary Ellen Cunningham of
performing live while living in Bellingham, Washington, and after a move back to Everett, the duo started The
Rock Island (photography); Bob Esbensen of Hanover (photography); Connie Gross of Marion (acrylic on glass); Meg Guttman
of Chicago (collage); Sharon Harmon of Bettendorf (acrylic painted gourd); Hazel Harris of Rock Island (mixed media); Mary Jo Moondoggies with Terreberry and drummer Carl Dahlen – a fledgling musician who had no previous drum
Hinds of Fort Dodge (oil on canvas); Kay Irelan of Iowa City (acrylic paint on canvas); Gina Kirschbaum of Bettendorf (acrylic, training before joining the band. On August 19 of 2008, The Moondoggies’ debut album Don’t Be A Stranger
mixed media, clay); and Sue Lemmon of Cedar Rapids (mixed media, watercolor, stained papers). was released and earned positive reviews, with Pitchfork stating, “The Moondoggies take their cues from
Also featured in the A Visualization of Hope exhibit: Julie Mariet-Hast of Andalusia (acrylic paint and ink); Tara Moorman Laurel Canyon circa 1970, with lots of harmonies, bits of psychedelic organ, a few country-rock touches, and a
of Cedar Rapids (mixed media, watercolor, stained papers); Gerald Podraza of Apple River (photography); LaNae Ramos of gritty Americana backbone.”
Eldridge (crochet, colored pencil); Terri Reinartz of Davenport (jigsaw puzzle); Mary T. Caravette Shortridge of Huntley (oil,
Over the decade since, with Pontrello joining the group in 2011, The Moondoggies has shared stages with
acrylic, clay); Linda Sykes of Moline (watercolor monotype); Barbara Untiedt of Pleasant Valley (mixed media); Laura Goldman
Weinberg of Fairfield (acrylic); and Barbara Youngquist of Rock Island (weaving, acrylic on watercolor paper). the likes of Blitzen Trapper, Dawes, Quiet Life, and The Head & the Heart, and released follow-up albums
Living Proof Exhibit will also present two future Figge programs associated with the exhibition, both of them free and open in 2010’s Tidelands and 2013’s Adiós, I’m a Ghost. The band’s EP You’ll Find No Answers Here, meanwhile, was
to anyone whose life has been impacted by cancer. Ryan Collins, executive director of the Midwest Writing Center, will lead released in 2010, the same year that The Moondoggies’ single “What Took So Long” was chosen as NPR
a September 13 writing session from 6 to 8 p.m. in which participants will use the Visualization of Hope artwork as inspiration. Music’s “Song of the Day.” Currently touring in support of their most recent albums, the musicians have been
And on October 25, art therapist Dana Keaton will lead a session of meditation and creative painting from 6 to 8 p.m. earning some of their highest praise fo A Love Sleeps Deep, with City Arts magazine deeming the album “the
An opening reception for A Visualization of Hope will take place on September 6 at 5:30 p.m., and regular museum hours
most energized and intense statement the band has made.”
are Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (open until 9 p.m. on Thursdays) and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
For more information on the Living Proof exhibition and its related programming, visit LivingProofExhibit.org; for more on The Moondoggies’ September 6 concert at the Triple Crown Whiskey Bar & Raccoon Motel starts at 7 p.m.,
additional Figge exhibits, programs, and events, call (563)326-7804 or visit FiggeArtMuseum.org. admission is $10, and more information on the evening is available by visiting MoellerNights.com.