Everyone deserves a snow day. How will you play? At family friendly Snowstar in Andalusia, there are endless ways to enjoy fresh powder and the chill of a Midwest winter day. Maybe you start your experience by joining their highly trained teaching staff for a lesson in the basics. Maybe you prefer the challenge of racing down the professionally designed freestyle run. Or maybe you’d rather roast marshmallows from the cozy comfort of the warming hut. Whatever your preference, Snowstar has something for everyone. “No matter who you are or where you’re coming from, we’re going to try to put... Read More

Spend your Saturday afternoon with some cartoons! Tommy’s Movies for Littles will be transforming Sunrise Galleries (114 E 2nd St. Muscatine) into a Saturday Kartoon Karnival this Saturday May 18. Come enjoy old-fashioned Saturday Kartoon Karnival Matinee with Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, Superman, Daffy Duck and more! Tommy and his staff will be serving up fresh popcorn, candy and soft drinks. Tickets are just $5 at the door. Showtime is at 2 p.m. and seating is limited. So get there early! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2472033686179842/.  Read More

Calling all Superheroes and Sidekicks! It’s time to report to the YMCA! Partake in a Superhero and Sidekick Bash at the Muscatine YMCA (1823 Logan St. Muscatine) this Saturday Feb 23 from 2 – 4:30 p.m. Join the fun with a scavenger hunt, an obstacle course, nerf wars, and homemade marshmallow shooters. All are encouraged to dress as their favorite superhero.  There will be plenty of games, crafts and snacks to keep you going.  Activities are geared to those 4 and older. Tickets are just $15 per couple and $5 per additional Superhero. To purchase tickets contact Amy Hessel at the Y by calling... Read More

Still looking for the perfect way to celebrate National Gumdrop Day? Well look no further! Celebrate National Gumdrop Day this Friday Feb 15 from 3:15 – 4:30 p.m. at the Muscatine Art Center (1314 Mulberry Ave. Muscatine). Credit to the modern gumdrop candy goes to chemist and candy manufacturer Percy S. Truesdell. He took the once hard candy and altered it, turning it into the chewy candy we love today. After his death in 1948, he became known as the Gumdrop King. Help celebrate Truesdell and his invention by making your own creation out of gumdrops! Put your STEAM skills to the test and see... Read More

Looking for a fun-filled way to spend Valentine’s Day with the whole family? Head to O’Brien Family McDonald’s PlayPlace (2520 Park Avenue Muscatine) this Thursday Feb 14 from 5 – 7 p.m. for a Muscatine Valentine’s Day Party! Show your love to each other through cookie decorating, card decorating and candy- of course! All provided by McDonald’s. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/535095503649929/.  Read More

Fill your belly the right way, this Saturday morning! The Muscatine VFW Post 1565 (1415 Grandview Avenue Muscatine) is hosting a Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast this Saturday Feb 2 from 7 – 11 a.m. Come enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy AND bacon!! The cost for kids is only $5, Post and Auxiliary Members are $7 and non-members are $9. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1082159751966194/. Don’t miss this wonderful and delicious way to start your Saturday off right!  Read More

The American bald eagle was adopted as the national bird symbol of the United States of America in 1782. The bald eagle was chosen for its majestic beauty, great strength, long life, and because it’s native to North America. Now is your chance to witness the American bald eagle in its natural habitat. As part of the Eagles & Ivories Ragtime Weekend, the Muscatine Bald Eagle Watch takes place this Saturday Jan 26 at Pearl City Station (100 Harbor Dr. Muscatine), along the Muscatine Riverfront. Outdoor viewings of bald eagles will take place from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. along the Mighty Mississippi,... Read More

Enjoy lunch for a cause! Sunnybrook at Muscatine Assisted Living (3515 Diana Queens Drive Muscatine) is hosting a Fundraising Community Lunch this Wednesday Jan 9 from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join Sunnybrook for this Community Lunch Fundraising Event to help support the Pet Food Pantry. Dine in or carry-out a lunch. Lunch includes lasagna, garlic bread stick, salad and an Oreo Cheesecake cupcake. All for only $6! Make your reservations today, by calling (563) 263-5108 or emailing https://www.facebook.com/events/2088485694541630/. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2241690392517600/.  Read More

Fill your belly the right way, this Saturday morning! The Muscatine VFW Post 1565 (1415 Grandview Avenue Muscatine) is hosting a Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast this Saturday Jan 5 from 7 – 11 a.m. Come enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy AND bacon!! The cost for kids is only $5, Post and Auxiliary Members are $7 and non-members are $9. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2088485694541630/. Don’t miss this wonderful and delicious way to start your Saturday off right!  Read More

If you’re looking to feel some holiday cheer in Muscatine this season, then look no further than the Members Community Credit Union! In their 5th year, the MCCU Annual Light Show plays nightly from 6 – 10 p.m. at the Main Branch (159 Colorado St. Muscatine) and will continue through the New Year. Tune your radio to 88.7 FM and enjoy the beautiful light show from the warmth of your car. The full show is 4 songs, and then will repeat itself. For more information or questions, please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/185900452331916/.  Read More