Exploding with dynamite talent, Alex is sending crowds into fits of side-splitting laughter worldwide! One of the hottest and most sought after comedians’ touring today, this Hispanic comedian is extremely athletic, and a nimble dancer, great skills when you’re climbing to the top! Alex has both headlined and featured at The Apollo, Funny Bones and The Improvs. He has rocked the stage as opener for Bernie Mac, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, Bobcat Goldthwaite and Michael Winslow. Opening act Paul Frisbie.

Dates 07/02-07/04

Admission Free
Jumer's Casino & Hotel - I-280 & Hwy. 92, Rock Island, IL
Call 309-756-4000 for more information.

For twenty-five years, volunteers of the Mississippi Valley Blues Society have been organizing and presenting the Mississippi Valley Blues Festival. The three-day festival is held each year over the 4th of July weekend in picturesque LeClaire Park on the banks of the Mississippi River in Davenport, Iowa. After flooding conditions last year forced the Festival to be relocated to the streets of Downtown Davenport, the festival will return to LeClaire Park this year for the 25th Anniversary edition of the IH Mississippi Valley Blues Festival.

Dates 07/04

LeClaire Park - 400 Beiderbeck Drive, Davenport, IA
Call 563-322-5837 for more information.

The Illinois Quad City Chamber of Commerce and the City of East Moline are proud to present the 51st Annual AMVETS 4th of July Parade to take place this Saturday, July 4th at 1:00pm in downtown East Moline. This year's theme is "Star Spangled Spectacular". Over 15,000 people are expected to line 15th Avenue in East Moline to watch this salute to our country and our community. The parade will begin at 3rd Street and 15th Avenue, go down 15th Avenue and end at 13th Street. Command Sergeant Major Blake will serve as the Grand Marshall for this year's 51st Annual celebration. Jim Mertens of WQAD News Channel 8 will once again serve as the Parade Emcee. For more information on the parade, contact Anne Spoden at (309)757-5416 or email intern@quadcitychamber.com.

Dates 07/04

Admission FREE
Downtown East Moline - 15th Avenue from 3rd St. to 13th St., East Moline, IL

The 51st Annual AMVETS 4th of July Parade will once again take place on Saturday, July 4th, 2009 at 1:00pm. The route will be along 15th Avenue in East Moline between 3rd Street and 13th Street. This year's theme is 'Star Spangled Spectacular.'

Dates 07/04

Admission Free
Downtown East Moline - 15th Avenue & 8th Street, East Moline, IL
Call 309-757-5416 for more information.

Come watch floats made out of recyclables such as plastic jugs, paper cartons try to make it across Potter Lake before sinking! Backwater Gamblers show Free between races. Free Family Fun Activities inlcuding inflatables, games, contests, sac races, and the annual water balloon fight!

Dates 07/04

Admission Free events
Sunset Marina - 1309 Mill Street, Rock Island, IL
Call 309-732-7275 for more information.

This is another opportunity to see our City park's sidewalks lined with more than 500 flags to honor our veterans and those who served our country. The Kiwanis Club serves a great pork chop dinner starting at 11 AM and the Maple City Community Band presents a stirring concert of patriotic music beginning at 1 PM.

Dates 07/04

Admission Free
Geneseo Main Street - 100 W. Main Street, Geneseo, IL
Call 309-944-2686 for more information.

You are cordially invited to our Grand Re-Opening! Please allow us to re-introduce you to the NEWly remodeled Radisson on John Deere Commons.The event will be held Monday, July 6th at 4:00pm. You will enjoy food, beverages and the chance to win a Flat Screen TV! R.S.V.P.s are appreciated. Call Sales at 309-764-1000 or email katelyn.sandon@radisson.com

Dates 07/06

Admission Free
Radisson John Deere Commons - 1415 River Drive, Moline, IL
Call 309-764-1000 for more information.

This is the 37th year for this official event on the PGA Tour. Monday and Tuesday are professional practice rounds with free admission all day. Wednesday is the Pro-am. Thursday through Sunday are the official tournament rounds. For ticket information visit the website www.johndeereclassic.com or call toll free at 800-336-4655.

Dates 07/06-07/12

Admission Admission Charged
TPC at Deere Run - 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis, IL
Call 800-336-4655 for more information.

You will enjoy our freshly prepared 2 entree lunch buffet (prepared fresh right onboard!) which includes: Baked Chicken, Alfredo Pasta with Vegetables, Chef's choice of Potato & Vegetable, 2 Cold Salads, Rolls, dessert, Coffee and Iced Tea included with your meal. We also have fully bars available.

Live music will be provided by our Celebration Belle Entertainer. There will be singing and dancing and a little joking around! You can go topside, sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenery. During part of the cruise, our Captain will show and tell you about our Quad Cities. Some of the sights we will cruise by are... The Rock Island Arsenal Lock and Dam #15, The Abbey, Colonel Davenport's Home!! Some of what you will learn about are... Chief Black Hawk, The location where the first railroad bridge crossed the Mississippi River, learn about the young Illinois attorney (who later became this country's 16th President) who defended the bridge in a court battle. Our Captain will tell you about the rich history of the Quad Cities and explain to you why this Mighty Mississippi River is vital to each and everyone of us!

Visit our "Best of Everything" Gift Shop on 3rd deck.

Dates 07/04; 07/07-07/08; 07/10-07/11; 07/18; 07/21; 07/24-07/25; 07/31-08/01; 08/04; 08/07-08/08; 08/14-08/15; 08/21-08/22; 08/25-08/26; 08/28-08/29; 09/01-09/05; 09/08-09/09; 09/11-09/12; 09/18-09/19; 09/30; 10/22; 10/27; 10/30

Admission $33.95 adults, $23.95 children
Celebration River Cruises - 2501 River Drive, Moline, IL
Call 309-764-1952 for more information.

The Maple City Band is a community band and they are presenting a free concert in the City park at 8:00 PM. There will also be an ice cream social sponosored by the Geneseo Food Pantry beginning at 6;00 PM for a free will donation. Come enjoy an envening under the stars with good music and good food.

Dates 07/07; 07/14; 07/21; 07/28; 08/04

Admission Free
Geneseo Main Street - 100 W. Main Street, Geneseo, IL
Call 309-944-2686 for more information.