In the spirit of the holiday season, there is one diner in Muscatine that has gone above and beyond. If you’re looking for a FREE Christmas meal this Tuesday Dec 25, head to Birdsley’s Diner (101 West Mississippi Drive Suite L01 Muscatine) from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Birdsley’s Diner will still be open for breakfast from 5 a.m. – 10 a.m. But from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. there is NO CHARGE for their delicious buffet! Coffee and tea will also be included. Before you leave on Christmas Day, remember to write you name and number on the back of your receipt, and put it in the basket at the cash register.... Read More

Looking for some family fun this Thursday night? Then head to McDonald’s! Join McDonald’s (2520 Park Ave Muscatine) this Thursday Dec 20 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. for McFamily Night in Muscatine! Spend the 3rd Thursday of each month enjoying balloon twisting, crafts, and more is available in the McDonald’s PlayPlace! It will be a great time, so invite your family and friends and have a great time under the arches! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/681879308846664/.  Read More

Have the holidays left you running around and unable to get those special Christmas photos done? Have no fear! Stop by Amanda Buenemann State Farm (2711 University Drive Muscatine) this Monday Dec 17 from 3 -7 p.m. or Tuesday Dec 18 from 12 – 5 p.m. for some State Farm Christmas Photos! Fox Run Photography will be taking FREE photos (sponsored by Amanda Buenemann State Farm Agency) for your family! Snack on some holiday treats while you’re there! This event is open to the public. Please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/2387236611511407/ for more information.  Read More

Create some magical holiday memories this season without making a mess at home! Rendezvous Banquet Facility (3127 Lucas St. Muscatine) is hosting a Parent/Child Gingerbread House Workshop this Sunday Dec 9 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. This event provides a large assembled gingerbread house along with the fixings! Frosting, candies and the space to create your masterpiece will make for a fun-filled and delicious afternoon. The cost to participate is only $25, however there are a limited number of spots available. Call (563) 260-6061 to enroll, today! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/363975744158908/.  Read More

The most highly anticipated craft and vendor markets of the year is almost here! The Muscatine Area Farmers Market presents A Handcrafted Christmas, this Saturday Dec 8 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Muscatine Mall (1903 Park Ave. Muscatine). A Handcrafted Christmas is the largest Muscatine Area Farmers Market’s event of the year! With 100 participating vendors, you’ll find something for everyone on your shopping list! Peruse the many booths and tables while enjoying live holiday music. You will even get a chance to visit with Santa himself from 1 – 3 p.m. Check out this impressive list... Read More

The Downtown Muscatine Holiday Stroll is once again upon us! The 34th Annual Holiday Stroll takes place this Friday Dec 7 from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Muscatine. 2nd Street from Pine Street to Mulberry Avenue will be closed off for visitors and shoppers to experience some Muscatine holiday cheer! The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a tree lighting ceremony at the First National Bank Plaza (300 E 2nd St.). The fun continues throughout the evening with in-store specials, hot cocoa, singing, dancing, music and holiday displays. The Merrill Hotel & Conference Center (119 W Mississippi... 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

Have you gotten your annual Santa picture this year? Have no worry, if not! Stop by Elly’s Tea & Coffee (208 W 2nd St. Ste 8 Muscatine) in Downtown Muscatine in the Pearl Plaza this Friday Dec 7 from 5 – 7:30 p.m. for Pictures with Santa by Sarah Siler Photography. No appointment is necessary, photos will be taken on a first-come first-serve basis. Images chosen for purchase will be $10 each. There is no limit on how many people can be in a photo (within reason). All images will be uploaded into a gallery for you to download. Cash ONLY. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/1079767282176440/.  Read More

Looking for some family fun this Thursday night? Then head to McDonald’s! Join McDonald’s (2520 Park Ave Muscatine) this Thursday Nov 15 from 5:30 – 7 p.m. for McFamily Night in Muscatine! Spend the 3rd Thursday of each month enjoying balloon twisting, crafts, and more is available in the McDonald’s PlayPlace! It will be a great time, so invite your family and friends and have a great time under the arches! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/681879308846664/.  Read More

MCC LULAC Collegiate Council 375 will be having a “Dia de los Muertos” celebration at the Muscatine Community College Student Center (152 Colorado St. Muscatine) on Wednesday Oct 31 from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. There will be a community ofrenda or altar where anyone from the community can bring something to honor lost loved ones. There will also be traditional craft making demonstrations, skull sugar cookie decorating, and COCO will be screened for viewing. Come out and celebrate Dia de los Muertos!  Read More