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Mississippi Valley Fair
Deep-fried Twinkie, pickle or Snickers bar, anyone? Thousands of folks attend this largest-in-the-region fair for its offbeat food, big-name grandstand acts (Darius Rucker and Miranda Lambert, to name a couple), giant carnival, agricultural displays and free attractions. The 92nd fair runs Aug. 2-7. (08/2011)
2815 W Locust St, Davenport, IA
563-326-5338
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Celebration River Cruises
View the Quad Cities from the largest non-gaming excursion riverboat on the Upper Mississippi River. The family-owned and -operated, 800-passenger Celebration Belle offers various cruises, including the Captain's Dinner & Dance Cruise, which features a buffet dinner and a live band. (06/2011)
2501 River Dr, Moline
800-297-0034
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Boetje’s Mustard Tour
Round up your friends for a fascinating tour of this small manufacturing facility that started in a garage, and has been producing and selling award-winning stone-ground Dutch mustard across the US since 1889. (04/2011)
2736 12th St, Rock Island, IL
309- 788-4352
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Vander Veer Botanical Park
This 33-acre park, originally the Scott County Fairgrounds, was patterned after New York City’s Central Park and is ringed by a residential district that was built between 1895 and 1915. Highlights include a beautiful fountain, formal rose gardens and a conservatory. (03/2011)
215 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA
563-326-7818
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THE FIGGE ART MUSEUM
This summer the Figge celebrates six years on the banks of the Mississippi in its striking glass building, the appearance of which changes with the sun and the clouds. This month see Tracks: The Railroad in Photographs from the George Eastman House Collection, opening Jan. 15. (01/2011)
225 W Second St, Davenport, IA
563-326-7804
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JOHN DEERE PAVILION
Located in the city where John Deere first produced a self-scouring plow in 1848, this free agricultural exhibit is a hands-on, climbon place to mingle with farming equipment of the past, present and future. (11/2010)
1400 River Dr, Moline
309-765-1000
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ALEDO, IL
The historic downtown business district boasts antiques, specialty shops and cafés. You can also spend a fun evening at the Slammer Bed and Breakfast, housed inside the former county jail. (11/2010)
29 miles southwest of Moline
309-582-2751
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QC HAUNTED FOREST
When October comes around, the fear factor pumps up at QC Haunted Forest. Walking in complete darkness, you’ll run across some frightening characters. It’s a long, scary walk over hills and through mazes, so you might want to wear comfortable (preferably running) shoes. If you survive the forest, enjoy snacks and beverages (a full bar for adults). (10/2010)
3501 207th St N, Port Byron, IL
309-523-9430
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SCOTT COUNTY PARK
Get back to nature in these 1,280 pristine acres by hiking, picnicking and witnessing wildlife among the glorious fall leaves. There’s also an Olympic-size pool and an equestrian area. If you packed your golf clubs, play a few rounds at the championship Glynns Creek Golf Course within the park. (09/2010)
18850 270th St, Eldridge, IA
563-328-3282
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RIVER ROOTS LIVE MUSIC FESTIVAL & RIBFEST
Thousands fl ock to the Mississippi River’s edge for lip smackin’ ribs and great bands. Admission is free, but the beer and ribs will cost you. Enjoy blues and rock ‘n’ roll while the sun sets on Old Man River. Aug. 21-22. (08/2010)
Second St, Davenport, IA
563-322-1706
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CELEBRATION BELLE
Board this four-deck, non-gambling, luxury riverboat for a cruise and you can see the Mississippi River, have lunch or dinner and listen to live music. (07/2010)
2501 River Dr, Moline, IL
800-297-0034
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CENTENNIAL PARK ACTIVE RECREATION CORRIDOR
After a rousing afternoon of sports at this complex of basketball courts, skateboard ramps and playgrounds, relax at the gazebo or along the waterfront promenade. (06/2010)
S Marquette St and W River Dr, Davenport
563-326-7812
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