Frieze Lectures Celebrates Other "Modern Lives"

The century of the French Moderns brought in turbulent change and innovation, not only in the art world, but also in society, literature, and politics.

The 2018 Frieze Lecture series, presented by the Rock Island Public Library and Augustana Colle...

Mother/Son: Sports Night!

    Mothers and sons can don their favorite sports team apparel
and come to RIFAC to play games, and have fun! Join Moline and Rock IslandParks & Recreation for a special event created especially for mothers and
son...

Fright Night in the Park: A Quest for Candy!

     Set out
on a Candy Quest at Schwiebert Riverfront Park featuring a free Halloween eventjust for kids! Goodwill of the Heartland and Rock Island Parks and
Recreation presents Fright Night inthe Park: ...

Update Rock Island - October 8, 2018

Thursday Night Groove Concert Series - The "Thursday Night Groove" concert series continues at Schwiebert Riverfront Park on Thursday, October 11, 2018 with local band, Smooth Groove. Event is open from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Venders will be on tap...

City of Rock Island Flood Preparations and Closures

The City of Rock Island continues to prepare for the rising Mississippi River.  

City staff is implementing the flood strategy plan as the river rises which includes installing pumps and closing gatewells.

At this time, there are several water pump...

Rock Island Stands Together

For the past several years, members of the Rock Island Police Department have generously supported various community initiatives to improve police / community relations or assist those in need.  The past efforts have included "Cops and Freez...

Road Closure to Thru Traffic, 6 AV 21-22 ST

Beginning on Monday, October 8, 2018, 6^th Avenue between 21^st and 22^nd Street will be closed due to the removal of the skywalk at the Rock Island School District Administration Office building.  The road closure is necessary for the safety of the...

"Ask Granny," and create a genealogical gift for your grandchildren

The stories of family members live on in your memories. When you attend the Rock Island Library's "Ask Granny" © genealogy workshop, you can capture them on paper for your grandchildren - and their children!  ...

Play trivia for a great cause - helping kids love reading!

The Rock Island Public Library Foundation will host a "Books for Kids" Trivia Night on Thursday, October 25, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island.

Donation to play is $10 per person. Par...

Rock River Flood Warning

Due to the high river level on the Rock River the City of Rock Island is recommending boaters avoid the Rock River west of Ben Williamson Park.  The high river levels combined with the strong current makes this area extremely dangerous.  ...

Plan now for free fun during Rock Island/Milan Schools Fall Break

Rock Island/Milan School District 41 schools officially go on fall break starting Monday, Oct. 8. The Rock Island Public Library is offering families plenty of fun and free ways to fill time and learn with a number of special programs. Special fa...

Learn "How Not to Die" Oct. 8-29 at Rock Island Public Library

Though nothing is certain but "death and taxes," local experts will offer ways to perhaps delay the former with an October discussion series at the Rock Island Public Library. 

"How Not to Die," a four-week discussion series ab...

New Date for Astronomy Night at Rock Island 30/31 Library

Weather permitting, families can drop by the Rock Island 30/31 Library on Saturday, November 3 for In the Stars, a free star and planet viewing session with the Quad Cities Popular Astronomy Club. 

The astronomy viewing takes place from 7:30 pm to...

Free Leaf Collection Program

The City of Rock Island is providing free leaf collection for its residential refuse customers from Monday, October 8 through Friday, December 7, 2018, with the following conditions:

•    Customers must place the leaves in approv...

Fire Hydrant Flushing Program

The City of Rock Island’s Public Works Department will begin the Fire Hydrant Flushing Program on Sunday, September 23, 2018, at 11:00 PM.  Crews will be flushing fire hydrants on first and third shifts for approximately a four week per...

I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Construction Project

In order to keep the community informed of the I-74 Mississippi River Bridge Construction Project, news releases will be sent periodically by the Iowa's Department of Transportation.  For the most up-to-date information, please visit http://www.i...