Friday, September 11th
Walloped at the Wake
Dinner Buffet Menu:
Caesar Salad
Chicken Piccata
Roast Pork Loin w/Raspberry Sauce
Gourmet Mac & Cheese
Southern Green Beans
Cheesy Potatoes
Caprese Salad
Fresh Fruit Trays
Dinner Roll w/butter
Assorted Desserts
Partner Event
Friday, September 11th
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
24-hour advance reservations required. No walk-in seating.
It’s A Mystery’s interactive comedy mysteries are fresh, creative and fun entertainment. Their original scripts are presented by talented actors and will challenge your brain and tickle your funny bone! Reservations required. Tickets include a delicious meal and hilarious show. Doors open at 6pm, salads served at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7pm. Buffet Dinner. Cash Bar for 21+ with valid ID. Call 309-553-3510 for more information.
ADULT THEMED COMEDY – The evening begins with cocktail hour when you will be introduced to the suspects and then continues through a delicious buffet dinner prepared by Bridges Catering. Guests examine clues, question suspects, and follow hunches. Laugh after hilarious laugh proves that crime really CAN be this FUNNY.
$54.95 per person includes buffet dinner and show.
This event is general seating in tables of up to 8 ppl. If you need group seating for a group, please include a group name on your reservation.
We DO NOT take walk-ins day-of-show. Questions? contact Skellington Manor 309-553-3510. No refunds.
Partner Event
Saturday, September 12th
7PM Doors, 8PM Music
MOUNTAIN SWALLOWER & ARCHERESS performing live in the tropical SUN GARDEN at the Quad City Botanical Center
ADVANCE TICKETS RECOMMENDED - Limited capacity
$18 Adult ($16 Adult Member)
21+ event - Bar service by Bridges Catering
Mountain Swallower: https://mountainswallower.bandcamp.com/
Archeress: https://archeressqc.bandcamp.com/
Two QC bands will perform in the Sun Garden in front of a 14-foot waterfall, surrounded by a collection of lush, tropical plants. Limited capacity, advanced tickets highly recommended.
The Sun Garden atrium features thriving tropical plants in a 6,444 sq ft climate-controlled space and is the centerpiece of our beautiful facility. A 14-foot waterfall, stream, and fishpond circulate water through the atrium, providing a home for our popular Japanese Koi, and supplying vital humidity for our plants. The peak of the atrium is a stunning 70-foot skylight allowing sunlight to nurture our collections. The Sun Garden is home to fruit-bearing plants including coconut, banana, vanilla, coffee and the cocoa tree (chocolate.)
Partner Event
Friday, September 18th
Lifelong Learner Luncheon
Black Hawk College PaCE department’s next Lifelong Learner Luncheon at the Stern Center, 1713 3rd, Avenue, Rock Island, is being held on Friday, September 18th and registrations are being accepted by phone or online up through Thursday, September 10.
The $25 registration fee includes the plated lunch and program. There is convenient free parking in the city lot diagonal from the Stern Center. Entry is through the west doors off the small parking lot. Check in before lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation to follow and conclude around 1:00 p.m.
Call the Black Hawk College PaCE Department at 309-796-8223 weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to register over the phone using a credit card for payment or register on Black Hawk College’s website.
lead(h)er
Fuel the Fire Gala
Thursday, October 8th
at Old Oaks Winery
More information forthcoming!
Special Halloween Event
Friday & Saturday, October 23rd & 24th
at the Quad City Botanical Center
More information forthcoming!
Partner Event
Thursday, November 5th
Lifelong Learner Luncheon
Black Hawk College PaCE department’s next Lifelong Learner Luncheon at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island, is being held on Thursday, April 9th and registrations are being accepted by phone or online up through Oct. 28th.
The $25 registration fee includes the plated lunch, program, and general admission to the Quad-City Botanical Center. There is convenient on-site free parking. Check in before lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation to follow and conclude around 1:00 p.m.
Call the Black Hawk College PaCE Department at 309-796-8223 weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to register over the phone using a credit card for payment or register on Black Hawk College’s website.
Friday, November 13th
Theme TBD
Dinner Buffet Menu: TBD
Partner Event
Friday, November 13th
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
24-hour advance reservations required. No walk-in seating.
It’s A Mystery’s interactive comedy mysteries are fresh, creative and fun entertainment. Their original scripts are presented by talented actors and will challenge your brain and tickle your funny bone! Reservations required. Tickets include a delicious meal and hilarious show. Doors open at 6pm, salads served at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7pm. Buffet Dinner. Cash Bar for 21+ with valid ID. Call 309-553-3510 for more information.
ADULT THEMED COMEDY – The evening begins with cocktail hour when you will be introduced to the suspects and then continues through a delicious buffet dinner prepared by Bridges Catering. Guests examine clues, question suspects, and follow hunches. Laugh after hilarious laugh proves that crime really CAN be this FUNNY.
$54.95 per person includes buffet dinner and show.
This event is general seating in tables of up to 8 ppl. If you need group seating for a group, please include a group name on your reservation.
We DO NOT take walk-ins day-of-show. Questions? contact Skellington Manor 309-553-3510. No refunds.
Partner Event
Friday, December 4th
Lifelong Learner Luncheon
Black Hawk College PaCE department’s next Lifelong Learner Luncheon at the Stern Center, 1713 3rd, Avenue, Rock Island, is being held on Friday, December 4th and registrations are being accepted by phone or online up through Wednesday, November 25.
The $25 registration fee includes the plated lunch and program. There is convenient free parking in the city lot diagonal from the Stern Center. Entry is through the west doors off the small parking lot. Check in before lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation to follow and conclude around 1:00 p.m.
Call the Black Hawk College PaCE Department at 309-796-8223 weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to register over the phone using a credit card for payment or register on Black Hawk College’s website.
Theme TBD
Dinner Buffet Menu: TBD
Partner Event
Friday, December 4th & Saturday, December 5th
Friday, December 11th & Saturday, December 12th
Friday December 18th
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
24-hour advance reservations required. No walk-in seating.
It’s A Mystery’s interactive comedy mysteries are fresh, creative and fun entertainment. Their original scripts are presented by talented actors and will challenge your brain and tickle your funny bone! Reservations required. Tickets include a delicious meal and hilarious show. Doors open at 6pm, salads served at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7pm. Buffet Dinner. Cash Bar for 21+ with valid ID. Call 309-553-3510 for more information.
ADULT THEMED COMEDY – The evening begins with cocktail hour when you will be introduced to the suspects and then continues through a delicious buffet dinner prepared by Bridges Catering. Guests examine clues, question suspects, and follow hunches. Laugh after hilarious laugh proves that crime really CAN be this FUNNY.
$54.95 per person includes buffet dinner and show.
This event is general seating in tables of up to 8 ppl. If you need group seating for a group, please include a group name on your reservation.
We DO NOT take walk-ins day-of-show. Questions? contact Skellington Manor 309-553-3510. No refunds.
Past Partner Event
Sunday, August 30th
First Lutheran Church
Fundraiser for Christian Care
First Lutheran Church in Rock Island is holding a fundraising dinner for Christian Care.
The event will be held August 30th, 2026, at Skellington Manor Event Center in Rock Island IL. Tickets are $55.
The program for the event includes dinner provided by Bridges Catering and have a show featuring some of Old Hollywood’s Greatest Stars including:
George Burns and Gracie Allen
Jack Benny
Fred Astaire
Mickey Rooney
Harry Von Zell and Bill Goodwin
Join us for an evening of laughter, goodwill, all supporting Christian Care.
Doors open at 3PM the show begins at 4PM. Donations will be accepted at the door.
Please email any questions or concerns to firstlutheranrifundraiser@gmail.com
This fundraiser is in the loving memory of Wanda Esping and everything she did for our church and Christian Care.
Past Partner Event
Thursday, June 11th
Lifelong Learner Luncheon
Black Hawk College PaCE department’s next Lifelong Learner Luncheon at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island, is being held on Thursday, April 9th and registrations are being accepted by phone or online up through May 1st.
The $25 registration fee includes the plated lunch, program, and general admission to the Quad-City Botanical Center. There is convenient on-site free parking. Check in before lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation to follow and conclude around 1:00 p.m.
Call the Black Hawk College PaCE Department at 309-796-8223 weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to register over the phone using a credit card for payment or register on Black Hawk College’s website.
Friday, May 16th
Murder at Scuttlebutt Sound - Dead Men Tell No Lies
Dinner Buffet Menu:
Caesar Salad
Creamy Baked Chicken
Roast Pork Loin w/Raspberry Sauce
Gourmet Mac & Cheese
Corn w/Red Peppers
Rosemary Potatoes
Vegetable Pasta Salad
Fresh Fruit Trays
Dinner Roll w/butter
Assorted Desserts
Past Partner Event
Saturday, May 16th
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
24-hour advance reservations required. No walk-in seating.
It’s A Mystery’sinteractive comedy mysteries are fresh, creative and fun entertainment. Their original scripts are presented by talented actors and will challenge your brain and tickle your funny bone! Reservations required. Tickets include a delicious meal and hilarious show. Doors open at 6pm, salads served at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7pm. Buffet Dinner. Cash Bar for 21+ with valid ID. Call 309-553-3510 for more information.
ADULT THEMED COMEDY – The evening begins with cocktail hour when you will be introduced to the suspects and then continues through a delicious buffet dinner prepared by Bridges Catering. Guests examine clues, question suspects, and follow hunches. Laugh after hilarious laugh proves that crime really CAN be this FUNNY.
$54.95 per person includes buffet dinner and show.
This event is general seating in tables of up to 8 ppl. If you need group seating for a group, please include a group name on your reservation.
We DO NOT take walk-ins day-of-show. Questions? contact Skellington Manor 309-553-3510. No refunds.
Past Partner Event
Thursday, May 14th
Lifelong Learner Luncheon
Black Hawk College PaCE department’s next Lifelong Learner Luncheon at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island, is being held on Thursday, May 14th and registrations are being accepted by phone or online up through May 1st.
The $25 registration fee includes the plated lunch, program, and general admission to the Quad-City Botanical Center. There is convenient on-site free parking. Check in before lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation to follow and conclude around 1:00 p.m.
Call the Black Hawk College PaCE Department at 309-796-8223 weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to register over the phone using a credit card for payment or register on Black Hawk College’s website.
Friday, April 10th
Walloped at Da Wedding
Dinner Buffet Menu:
Caesar Salad
Baked Lasagna
Roast Pork Loin w/Raspberry Sauce
Gourmet Mac & Cheese
Green Beans
Rosemary Potatoes
Fresh Broccoli Salad
Fresh Fruit Trays
Dinner Roll w/butter
Assorted Cheesecakes
Past Partner Event
Friday, April 10th
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
24-hour advance reservations required. No walk-in seating.
It’s A Mystery’sinteractive comedy mysteries are fresh, creative and fun entertainment. Their original scripts are presented by talented actors and will challenge your brain and tickle your funny bone! Reservations required. Tickets include a delicious meal and hilarious show. Doors open at 6pm, salads served at 6:30pm, and the show starts at 7pm. Buffet Dinner. Cash Bar for 21+ with valid ID. Call 309-553-3510 for more information.
ADULT THEMED COMEDY – The evening begins with cocktail hour when you will be introduced to the suspects and then continues through a delicious buffet dinner prepared by Bridges Catering. Guests examine clues, question suspects, and follow hunches. Laugh after hilarious laugh proves that crime really CAN be this FUNNY.
$54.95 per person includes buffet dinner and show.
This event is general seating in tables of up to 8 ppl. If you need group seating for a group, please include a group name on your reservation.
We DO NOT take walk-ins day-of-show. Questions? contact Skellington Manor 309-553-3510. No refunds.
Past Partner Event
Thursday, April 9th
Lifelong Learner Luncheon
Black Hawk College PaCE department’s next Lifelong Learner Luncheon at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th Avenue, Rock Island, is being held on Thursday, April 9th and registrations are being accepted by phone or online up through March 27th.
The $25 registration fee includes the plated lunch, program, and general admission to the Quad-City Botanical Center. There is convenient on-site free parking. Check in before lunch service begins at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation to follow and conclude around 1:00 p.m.
Call the Black Hawk College PaCE Department at 309-796-8223 weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. to register over the phone using a credit card for payment or register on Black Hawk College’s website.
Past Special
Special Event
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
The Stern Center, 1713 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL
Join us to watch one of the top 10 St. Patrick’s Day parades in North America pass right in front of our venue. Perfect for the entire family!
Doors open at 9am
Parade starts at 11:30am in Downtown Rock Island!
Live music by Addi Aring 10am-12pm
&
Doug Brundies 12pm-2pm
Beer Pong and Corn Hole
$4.00 16oz Bud Light, Busch Light, Guinness, Michelob Ultra and Modelo
$1.00 Jell-O shots!
Full bar available & food for purchase.
We’re even having a balloon drop!
Let the shenanigans begin!
Be sure to join us in 2027!
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Be sure to join us in 2027! ☘
Join as a seller or a buyer in February 2027 for our 2nd annual Re-Do event!!
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Join as a seller or a buyer in February 2027 for our 2nd annual Re-Do event!! ***
Past Special Event
(but an annual one!)
February 28, 2026
Past Special Event
July 19th, 2025
Ian Bebon
@
Healy Hollow
Taylor Ridge, IL
Join us for a night under the stars with local country music artist Ian Bebon
Ian’s love for music began with listening to some country music greats with his grandfather and uncles, but it wasn’t until he was looking into colleges that he realized he wanted to pursue music himself. If he was going to risk failure with anything, he wanted to be sure it was from doing something he loved. After a deal with his parents to get some form of education first, Ian moved to Nashville.
Full bar available.
Doors open at 4:30pm.
Ian Bebon starts at 7pm.
Past Special Event
Jul 19th, 2025
Addi Aring
@
Healy Hollow
Taylor Ridge, IL
Join us for a night under the stars, with our very own Addi Aring.
Full bar available.
Doors open at 4:30pm.
Emerging artist Addi Aring starts at 5pm.
