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Written by Christian Popp, GySgt, USMC, Ret
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Tuesday, 20 December 2011 16:05 |
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It is requested that your company/organization help our Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post publicize our upcoming December 31st event that is our “Annual New Year’s Eve Celebration".
By posting the information in the attached flyer to calendars, web sites, etc. for your viewers to see, it will enable our Post to remain in active participation with other local Veteran’s Organizations in helping the Quad City area Veterans.
If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions that may help us, please feel free to contact me personally.
If you need more information, please contact either of the Co-Chairpersons, Chris Popp at:
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, (563) 468-3727 or Penny Hurt at:
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, (563) 650-6134.
Thank you in advance for all your help,
Christian Popp (GySgt, USMC, Ret.)
Commander, Canfield Hughes VFW Post 9128,
District 2 Sr Vice Commander
2814 State St.
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Post: (563) 355-8528 after 3pm
Post:
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Cmdr: (563) 468-3727 (Cell)
Cmdr:
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Post website: http://vfw-post-9128.club.officelive.com |
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Written by Johanna Smith
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Tuesday, 20 December 2011 16:01 |
Bettendorf, IA – The Horvath family will be hosting the Pleasant Valley Sparkles Christmas party this Sunday, December 18th at 4:15pm at their home. Happy Joe Whitty will be stopping by to bring added holiday cheer to the event. The Sparkles and their mentors will enjoy an evening of pizza, soda, Christmas crafts, a gift exchange and music.
“These girls are truly amazing. As members of the cheerleading squad they dedicate their time to practices and performing for football and basketball games as well as community events. They give 110% all the time,” says Tiffany Horvath, mother of Sparkle Mentor Taylor Horvath. “This party is an opportunity to take time for themselves, relax and enjoy some well-earned time with their mentors and friends.”
Additionally, the Sparkles would like to extend their thanks and gratitude to Happy Joe’s, who graciously donated pizza for the party.
The Sparkles are special-needs cheerleading squad started at Pleasant Valley High School in 2008. Since then, the “Sparkle Effect” has gone nationwide, with approximately 52 inclusive teams in Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, Colorado, Indiana, Alabama, Tennessee, Washington, Florida, California, North Carolina, Texas, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Georgia, Ohio, Connecticut, New York, and even South Africa.
All media are welcome to join the party at 5374 Berkshire Street, Bettendorf on the 18th at 4:15pm. There will be lots of pizza and treats for them to enjoy as well!
For more information, contact Tiffany Horvath at 907-223-5430.
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Written by Kenneth Asta
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Monday, 19 December 2011 16:29 |
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You are personally invited to register early for our popular Daddy Daughter Dance.
We want to reserve your spot today.... What a great Gift!
Daddy Daughter Dance
An evening filled with charm, fun and dancing awaits you and your special girl at this special event. You will enjoy dancing, buffet dinner, prizes and more! "Daddy" can be an Uncle, Grandpa, or any special person. Daughters of all ages will enjoy the evening full of entertainment and take home a gift too. *Pictures available on sight for an additional fee. This makes for a great gift.
Sunday, February 19th
from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Event held at the River Center, Mississippi River Hall
136 E. Third, North Building, Davenport
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY-NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR!!!
Couples will be admitted beginning at 5:30pm
FEE: $40.00 per couple
$20 for each additional child
Click here for more information and registration instructions.
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Written by Vicki Gall
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Monday, 19 December 2011 16:17 |
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December 23 OFFICE CLOSED
December 26 OFFICE CLOSED
January 2, 2012 OFFICE CLOSED
January 12, 2012 Private Pesticide Applicator CIC, Scott County Extension Office – 9:30 a.m.
Private Pesticide Applicator CIC, Scott County Extension Office – 1:30 p.m.
January 17, 2012 ISU Scott County Extension Council Meeting, Scott County Extension Office – 7:00 p.m.
February 8, 2012 Commercial Ag Weed, Insect, & Plant Disease CIC, Scott County Extension Office – 9:00a.m.
February 22, 2012 Seed Treatment CIC, Scott County Extension Office – 9:00 a.m.
February 28, 2012 ISU Scott County Extension Council Meeting, Scott County Extension Office – 7:00 p.m.
March 8, 2012 Ornamental & Turf Applicators CIC, Scott County Extension Office – 1:30 p.m.
March 14, 2012 Certified Handlers CIC, Scott County Extension Office – 9;00 a.m.
March 23, 2012 Women In Agriculture (Overall Women), I Wireless Center, Moline (More info to come)
March 30, 2012 Commercial & Private Pesticide Applicator Testing
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Written by M. McNeil
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Monday, 19 December 2011 16:12 |
(Rock Island, IL) All Rock Island High Latino students and their families are invited to a special celebration today, December 15th, at the high school at 5:00 pm. According to organizer, Carlos H. Jiménez, Posadas have been celebrated for more than 473 years in Mexico, dating back to 1538. The Posadas (Spanish for “lodging”) begin on December 16th, and end on December 24th. It marks nine days until Christmas and it represents the nine stops Joseph and Mary made looking for shelter. Jiménez says the café will come alive with traditional folkloric dancing (Danza de los Viejitos), food, cake, a piñata and a DJ.
The event is being held in the Rock Island High School cafeteria (1400 25th Avenue). The media is invited to attend the event and interview teachers, students and the organizer.
WHO: Light On For Learning Latinos and their families
WHAT: A Posada= traditional Latino celebration
WHEN: December 15, at 5:00 pm
WHERE: Rock Island High School—1400 25th Avenue Rock Island |
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