Good morning, Davenport.

A new Quad Cities Chamber report shows the top 100 jobs account for an average of 3,300 openings each year & 40 occupations are projected to add about 600 new jobs by 2028 in our community.

Davenport North High culinary students competed in the annual cake competition on campus recently, where local judges reviewed their creative dessert designs as part of the school’s advanced foods program.

Davenport North High School hosted its annual cake competition where culinary students displayed their baking skills and creativity — judges scored each entry.

Davenport North High School students held their annual cake competition where judges evaluated their baking skills + creativity.

The culinary event showcased local talent and innovative desserts.

Paint Party at The Spot

6-8 p.m. — The Spot Bar — $39.19 — Unleash your creativity while painting a cute penguin and enjoying your favorite drinks.

Holiday Paint Night Celebration

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Brewery — Cost varies — Celebrate the holiday season with an evening of creativity as you paint a peaceful winter landscape.

Open Mic Night

7-11 p.m. — Bootleg Hill Honey Meads — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local talent at this welcoming meadery.

Rambunctious Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Raccoon Motel — Tickets available — Experience the lively sounds of Rambunctious as they showcase their latest hits including Imperfect People.

Davenport Murder Mystery: Catch the Killer!

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Davenport Streets — Ticket Required — Dive into a thrilling role-playing adventure while solving a murder mystery.

Annual Post-Christmas Show with Rob and Gary

6-9 p.m. — Bootleg Hill Honey Meads — Cost varies — Enjoy the festive tunes of Rob and Gary as they ring in the New Year a little early.

New Year's Eve Dance Party

8 PM - 1 AM — Raccoon Motel — Free entry — Celebrate the New Year with a lively dance party atmosphere.

Drop-in Computer Skills & Job Search Help

2-3 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free assistance — Get hands-on help with job searching and computer skills from experts at Goodwill.

Tuneful Tuesday Series: Grace Notes Flute Quartet

12-1 p.m. — Rock Island Downtown Library — Free entry — Enjoy a warm and delightful concert by the Grace Notes Flute Quartet with light refreshments.

Quad City Bald Eagle Days

4-8 p.m. — QCCA Expo Center — General Admission $0.15+ — Celebrate wildlife with live eagle demonstrations and nature-themed exhibits.