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Fridays at Deere-Wiman House - Fridays at Deere-Wiman Cap off your week with a unique performance in an intimate setting: Fridays at Deere-Wiman House! Renowned performers from the international stage present exciting new work in an old world, salon environment. Guests enjoy unparalleled access to performers in a relaxed, afternoon concert; light refreshments complete the experience. Featured artists are part of the Visiting Artists Series of Quad City Arts.

See website for schedule.

Address: Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House, 1105-8th Street , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 309-743-2701 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: gsmall@butterworthcenter.com
Web: www.butterworthcenter.com
Fee: No charge for admission.

Music On The Lawn - The outdoor summer concert is a cherished piece of Americana - and it's going strong at the Deere-Wiman House! Custom-made for local children, our Music on the Lawn Series offers a unique opportunity to picnic and enjoy live music in a family-friendly environment.

Day-time concerts held in June and July are open to children and staff at Quad City daycare centers and homecare operations, and are available by reservation only to ensure adequate accommodations. An evening Family Concert in July is open to the public. There is no charge for admission; those who attend should bring blankets or lawn chairs, and picnic suppers are allowed.

The concerts are held on the lawn, nestled between the gardens and the historic Deere-Wiman House.

See website for schedule.

Address: Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House, 1105-8th Street , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 309-743-2701 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: gsmall@butterworthcenter.com
Web: www.butterworthcenter.com
Fee: Free

Evenings at Butterworth Center - Looking for exciting new perspectives? Check out Evenings at Butterworth for in-depth historical presentations and fresh new music in a unique environment. One of the Quad Cities' classic historic homes, Butterworth offers a special stage for programming you won't find anywhere else. Join us in the Butterworth library for presentations that are sure to delight!

See website for schedule.

Address: Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House, 1105-8th Street , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 309-743-2701 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: gsmall@butterworthcenter.com
Web: www.butterworthcenter.com
Fee: Free

March

8 - 10 Quad City Annual Toy / Collectibles Show - Featuring … Collectible Farm Toys - Trucks - Nascar - Hotwheels - Pedal Toys – Scale Replicas - Marbles – Star Wars – Baseball Cards.
ANY TYPE OF COLLECTION WELCOME!
Sponsored By: ABC’s American Classics
There will be something for everyone!!
Got stuff to sell? Or do you know of someone who has a “collection” to sell?
Only $25.00 per table.

Friday: Set-up 10-4 / Sales 4-9
Saturday: 10-7 / Sunday 10-3
For more info, or to book your table, see a clerk at the store (across from Old Navy),
call 515-371-3865 or send an email to: abcstore4you@yahoo.com

Address: 4500 16th St. Moline, Il (Southpark Mall) , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 515-371-3865 (Always call and confirm events)
Fax: 309-944-4549
Email: abcstore4you@yahoo.com
Web: www.abcamericanclassics.com
Fee: $2.00 (under 5 years are free)

June

9 Blossoms At Butterworth - Take a step back in time at Blossoms at Butterworth! When you enter our gardens, you'll be transported to a genteel era of the past, where gracious plantings painted a rich backdrop for families spending leisure time together outdoors.

Held each year on the fourth Sunday in June, our one-of-a-kind garden party features vintage delights and family-oriented activities: antique cars, lawn games of the 1800s, live music, guided bus tour through the Overlook Historic Neighborhood, tours of the Butterworth and Deere-Wiman homes and more. Held from noon until 5 p.m., Blossoms is a summertime classic in the Quad Cities!

Address: Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House, 1105-8th Street , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 309-743-2701 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: gsmall@butterworthcenter.com
Web: www.butterworthcenter.com
Fee: Donations appreciated

July

7 Annual Theresa Gibbs Memorial Ride - Annual Theresa Gibbs Memorial Ride WITH 100% of the proceeds being donated to the First Day Fund, which provides school supplies to under-privileged children. Ride registration from 10am to noon, last riders in by 5 pm. All vehicles welcome. Ride begins and ends at Len Brown's North Shore Inn, Moline, Illinois on Sunday. Rain date is scheduled for the next Sunday. There will be 5050 drawings, live music beginning at 2 pm, and sloppy joes beginning at 2 pm until they're gone. Join us for a great time in memory of a beautiful lady and help provide school supplies to children in need!

Address: 700 North Shore Inn, Moline, IL , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 309-472-9184 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: qcboyzevents@gmail.com
Web: www.qcboyz.com
Fee: at-will donations accepted for the First Day Fund

December

17 19th Century Christmas - Looking for a genuine, non-commercial holiday experience for you and your family? Immerse yourselves in the traditional joys of the holidays at our 19th Century Christmas celebration! Simple, heartfelt expressions of the season come to life through live music, festive holiday trimmings and homespun arts and crafts - all designed to help keep the season sweet, sane and simple. Join us for a jolly time at Deere-Wiman House and Butterworth Center, where you'll find:

1. Beautiful decorations throughout both homes
2. Living-history volunteers at Deere-Wiman House
3. Performance by the Moline Boys Choir at Butterworth Center
4. Children's crafts and an art show (sponsored by Left Bank Art League) in the Deere-Wiman Carriage House

noon to 5 p.m.

Address: Butterworth Center & Deere-Wiman House, 1105-8th Street , Moline, Illinois
Ph: 309-743-2701 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: gsmall@butterworthcenter.com
Web: www.butterworthcenter.com
Fee: No charge for admission.

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