Azubuike African American Council for the Arts

06/07/2026

Final day of our Pulling Focus African American Film Festival of The Quad Cities, check out the details below!⭐️

05/31/2026

05/28/2026

We’re just one week away from the 2026 Pulling Focus African American Film Festival. 🎬⭐️

What began as a vision to celebrate and uplift Black cinema has grown into a powerful annual festival bringing audiences and filmmakers together through storytelling that inspires, challenges, and connects us.

Opening Night takes place Thursday, June 4th at The Last Picture House in Downtown Davenport.

✨ Reception begins at 5:30 PM�🎞 Screenings begin at 6:30 PM�🎤 Filmmaker Q&A at 8:30 PM

Admission is free | RSVP encouraged:�[email protected]

From June 4th to June 7th the festival continues all weekend with matinee and evening screenings across multiple Quad Cities venues, including The Last Picture House, The Figge Art Museum, The Putnam Museum, TMBC Lincoln Center, and STEAM on Wheels.

Audiences can expect powerful short films, filmmaker conversations and stories from local, regional, national, and international voices throughout the weekend.

Whether you attend one screening or spend the whole weekend with us, we invite you to experience the energy, artistry, and impact of Pulling Focus 2026.

Full festival schedule coming soon. 🎥✨

05/22/2026

The 2026 Pulling African American Focus Film Festival of The Quad Cities is here!!⭐️🎬

The Festival takes place Thursday June 4th to Sunday June 7th.

We're kicking off the 2026 Pulling Focus Film Festival with a night that sets the tone—bold stories, dynamic voices, and unforgettable visuals.

Opening Night is more than a screening. It's a curated experience that celebrates the power of Black cinema and the artists behind it. Join us for an evening of community, conversation, and culture.

Opening Night: Pulling Focus African American Film Festival
Reception Begins: 5:30pm
Films Begin: 6:30pm
Q&A: 8:30
Thursday, June 4th, 2026
The Last Picture House | Downtown Davenport, Iowa

Admission is free, but space is limited. RSVP is highly recommended.

Reserve your spot at: [email protected]

Our festival doesn’t end there! Stay tuned for our full festival schedule details for Friday June 5th, Saturday June 6th and Sunday June 7th on https://www.pullingfocusfilmfestival.com/

Come early, stay late, and be part of a cinematic movement redefining the screen.

Funded By: The Hubble Waterman Foundation, Regional Development Authority, Humanities Iowa, Gma Jackson Howze Charitable Foundation, and Azubuike Arts.

Festival Venues: The Figge Art Museum | The Putnam Museum | The Last Picture House | The Lincoln Community Center I STEAM On Wheels

Follow for updates, filmmaker features, and what's next.

05/19/2026

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Here's a look at this week's front page.
The 2026 Women of Influence are a group of incredibly multi-faceted and talented individuals. They are leaders who are striving for greatness — not only for themselves, but for their organizations and communities.
The Women of Influence awards recognize women who have made a difference in the Quad Cities region as role models and leaders in their fields and communities. Nominated by those who have witnessed their impact first-hand, and chosen by a committee of previous winners, this year’s Women of Influence honorees are just as inspiring as their predecessors.
Get to know this year's Women of Influence, subscribers can read all 11 profiles in print. Keep an eye on our website, as we will continue to release these profiles online throughout the week.

03/19/2026

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03/17/2026

Mark your calendar!

Oscar Micheaux portrait by artist Bruce Walters. An Illinois-born pioneer independent filmmaker and former Iowa resident’s story will be rev...

02/09/2026

We’re still feeling the love from last Friday’s Sip & Paint

So much fun, good energy, and great art all around. Big thank you to TMBC and Azubuike Arts for making such a relaxed, creative night possible. Everyone showed up and showed out with those paintings!