Good morning, Davenport.

The Autism Society of the Quad Cities hosted an Autism Acceptance Walk on Saturday to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month and boost local support—Eric Sommers said the event gave people with autism a safe space.

The Ranch Riders plan an Easter Egg Hunt on April 19 at the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds in Davenport.

Gates open at 11 a.m. and the hunt starts at 1 p.m.—each person donates $5 while raffle tickets are sold at $2 for one or $5 for three, with all funds benefiting the Children’s Therapy Center and several hunts set for different age groups including a special needs hunt.

Quad-Cities Head Start leaders met with Rep. Eric Sorensen on April 11th at Skip-A-Long’s Milan campus to discuss federal policy changes including the closure of the Chicago Health and Human Services office.

Program officials said day-to-day services for 700 children will continue, but they worry that future funding cuts + reduced federal guidance may affect support for families.

On April 11, the Koehler Electric Season Opener at Davenport Speedway offered tight racing in cool conditions as several drivers committed infractions and Bryce Garnhart, who led all 25 laps, was found fifteen pounds light on the scales—resulting in Andy Nezworski taking the win.

Next Friday, April 18, the speedway will debut the IMCA Mod Lites and host a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Paint Party at Front Street Brewery & Taproom

11 PM - 1 AM — Front Street Taproom — $35 per person — Enjoy a fun night painting and sipping your way to a masterpiece.

Maximizing Volunteer Fundraising Value

11:45 a.m. — German American Heritage Center & Museum — Complimentary for AFP members, $10 for non-members — Engage and energize your volunteers for fundraising success.

Jordan Danielsen Art Opening

5-7 p.m. — Figge Art Museum — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of entertainment at the art opening event.

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella

7:00 PM — Adler Theatre — Tickets start at $47 — Experience a magical retelling of the beloved fairytale with enchanting performances and music.

Cinderella - The Musical

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Adler Theatre — $32+ — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella in a lively musical performance.

AccelerateVQC: Accessible Tourism

11:30 a.m. — The Current Iowa, Autograph Collection — Free admission — Discover how accessibility is transforming travel and how the Quad Cities can lead the way in inclusive tourism.

Project Management Techniques Certification

9 AM – 5 PM — Regus, Davenport, IA — Contact for pricing — Gain essential project management skills in a comprehensive one-day training session.

Har Mar Superstar Live Performance

2-4 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $26.45 — Experience the unique sounds of Har Mar Superstar with special guests at this vibrant live event.

Bella Moss Live with Sophia Corinne & Joe Bacon

6-10 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — $15.88 — Experience the soothing melodies of Bella Moss along with special guests Sophia Corinne and Joe Bacon.

Tuesday Night Trivia

7-9 p.m. — Rubys Beers, Bikes, Brats — Free entry — Engage in a fun-filled night of trivia with friends and fellow locals.