21 Jan 2010

Mardi Gras Rajun Cajun Fest at Thunder Bay

By Rick Martin

A Benefit Supporting the American Red Cross on Tuesday, February 16th from 5-8pm

Mardi Gras Rajun Cajun Fest will be in full swing on Fat Tuesday, February 20th. This ticketed event raises much-needed funds for the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities.

Local chefs from Thunder Bay, The Machine Shed, Johnny's Italian Steakhouse, Biaggi's, Black Watch Room, Blue Cat Bew Pub, Heritage Woods Senior Living Communities & Lighthouse, Mo' Betta BBQ, Park Vista Retirement Living, Riply Street Bar & Grille, The Button Factory, and Zbest Café, will be creating sample portions of Cajun style appetizers, entrée's and desserts. They will also be competing in a People's Choice Award, which will be voted on by those in attendance. All proceeds from this event go directly to the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities.

The event is open to the public and will be held Tuesday, February 16th from 5pm -8pm at Thunder Bay Grille, Davenport. Tickets are $20 or 2 for $35 in advance and are available for purchase at Thunder Bay Grille (located I-80 and Brady St, Davenport), or the American Red Cross prior to the event. Due to limited space, tickets are only available by advanced purchase. Don't miss out on your chance to taste some of the best Cajun creations around!

For more information contact Thunder Bay at 563-386-2722.

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14 Jan 2010

Upcoming Josh Duffee & His Orchestra Performances.

By Rick Martin

Josh Duffee & His Orchestra

"Perform the Hits of the 30's and 40's"

Come listen to music made popular by Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Gene Krupa, Tommy Dorsey and many more!

PLUS 60 DANCE

THE COL BALLROOM

1012 West 4th Street

Davenport, IA

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH, 2010

7:00PM TO 10:30PM ; DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM

ADVANCE TICKETS - $8 ; AT THE DOOR - $10

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Josh Duffee & His Orchestra

"Back to the 1920's"

Take a ride back to the 1920's with Josh Duffee & His Orchestra as you listen to the sounds of Jean Goldkette, Bix Beiderbecke, Fletcher Henderson and

The Coon-Sanders Nighthawk Orchestra for our first live performance in Clinton!

SPECIAL CONCERT

ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH

439 - 3rd Avenue South (Corner of 3rd Ave and 5th St)

Clinton, IA

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH, 2010

2:00PM TO 4:00PM ; DOORS OPEN AT 1:00PM

$15 - Adults ; $10 - Students (includes desserts following the concert)

$5 from each ticket sold goes towards the Mission Trip for their Youth Group

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Thanks again for supporting live music around the Quad City Region.  We sure hope to see you at our performances in February in Davenport and Clinton.

04 Jan 2010

WINE & CHEESE TASTING PARTY

By Rick Martin

You are invited to BRING IN 2010 at our WINE and CHEESE TASTING PARTY.

Come out to the Freight House Farmers' Market from 3pm until 6pm on Tuesday, January 5th and enjoy the festivities and do a little shopping while you're here.

Cheese will be supplied by Milton Creamery and Barb's Garden Pantry.

Wines are provided by the Tabor Family Vineyards

Live entertainment from Rob-n-Rick from 4pm until 6pm for your listening pleasure.

The Freight House Farmers' Market is located at 421 W. River Drive, downtown Davenport, right next to Modern Woodmen Stadium.

The Market is open all year long on Tuesday from 3pm unitl 6pm and Saturdays from 8am until 1pm.

During the colder months, the Market is open indoors at the Freight House building.

For more information, please visit www.freighthousefarmersmarket.com

20 Nov 2009

Freight House Farmers' Market open November 21st.

By Rick Martin

THE FREIGHT HOUSE

 

FARMERS MARKET

 

WILL BE OPEN DURING THE PARADE FOR

FESTIVAL OF TREES

 

Come on down and watch, where Quad City

Fun begins at the

 

FREIGHT HOUSE FARMERS MARKET

 

(enter by Rhythm City Casino)

 

421 W. River Dr.

IS OPEN

ALL

YEAR LONG

TUESDAY 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

SATURDAY 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 

Your local market vendors are ready to provide

You with products and services including:

Variety of baking items, produce, meats, cheeses, wine, coffee, jams, jellies, salsas,

candies, chocolates, nuts, honey, crafts, pottery, jewelry, soaps and amenities, and even massages.

AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

Many of the vendors offer samples, comfort food, and beverages.

 

COME SEE WHAT'S GOING ON!

 

Checks, credit cards, EBT (food stamps) are accepted by a number of vendors.

Gift certificates are available for that hard to buy for person.

20 Nov 2009

Freight House Farmers' Market open November 21st.

By Rick Martin

THE FREIGHT HOUSE

 

FARMERS MARKET

 

WILL BE OPEN DURING THE PARADE FOR

FESTIVAL OF TREES

 

Come on down and watch, where Quad City Fun begins

at the

 

FREIGHT HOUSE FARMERS MARKET

 

(enter by Rhythm City Casino)

 

421 W. River Dr.

IS OPEN

ALL

YEAR LONG

TUESDAY 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

SATURDAY 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 

Your local market vendors are ready to provide

You with products and services including:

Variety of baking items, produce, meats, cheeses, wine, coffee, jams, jellies, salsas,

candies, chocolates, nuts, honey, crafts, pottery, jewelry, soaps and amenities, and even massages.

AND MUCH MUCH MORE!

Many of the vendors offer samples, comfort food, and beverages.

 

COME SEE WHAT'S GOING ON!

 

Checks, credit cards, EBT (food stamps) are accepted by a number of vendors.

Gift certificates are available for that hard to buy for person.

12 Aug 2008

Open Casting Calls for Stephen King's "Children of the Corn"

By Rick Martin

Child actors and actresses for speaking roles, featured roles and background extras are needed for a Hollywood remake of Steven King's "Children of the Corn". Open casting calls will begin this Thursday, August 14 at the Lodge Hotel in Bettendorf, Iowa and they will run through Monday, August 18. Hours from Thursday to Sunday will be from 10 am to 1 pm and again from 2 pm to 7pm. Audition hours on Monday, August 18 will be from 10 am to 1 pm. Respondents are asked to bring a photo. Look for directional signs in the Lodge lobby areas. The Lodge Hotel is located at 900 Spruce Hills Drive, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722.

10 Jul 2008

Good, ol' fashioned homemade Ice Cream Social

By Rick Martin
Come join us for a good, ol' fashioned ice cream social featuring homemade goodies and treats on Friday, July 11th from 4pm 'til 8pm at the LeClaire Masonic Temple on Hwy 67 in LeClaire, Iowa. Sloppy joes, hot dogs, side dishes and beverages also available. Proceeds help the Silver Creek Eastern Star Chapter with their annual "Star Gifts for Kids' Christmas presents project.
30 Jun 2008

QC Sports Center CAMP FREEZE

By Rick Martin

The Quad City Sports Center will be holding two sessions of its annual Camp Freeze this summer during the weeks of July 21-25 and August 4-8. Registration is still open for both sessions, and we will be taking campers up until the first day of camp.  

Camp Freeze offers comprehensive instruction for skaters of all ability levels. Our supportive coaching staff introduces campers to the fun and fundamentals of skating, whether you want to figure skate, play hockey or just enjoy the coolest sport in the world. Camp is open to boys and girls ages 5-18. The cost of Camp Freeze is $150 per week.  

If interested, or if you have any questions please call the Quad City Sports Center at 563-322-5220 ext. 0, and ask for Carrie Bognar or Collin Shutt. The Quad City Sports Center is located at 700 West River Drive, Davenport, IA 52802. For more information please visit qcscskate.com.

25 Jun 2008

Living Lands & Waters need Volunteers!!!

By Rick Martin

Living Lands & Waters is spearheading an effort to clean up the debris that has washed into the Cedar River following the recent flood. Urgent assistance is needed in order to capture the refuse before the river returns to its normal level.

Volunteers can choose to come out on one of two shifts (9am-Noon, 1pm-4pm) or work all day. Specifically, LL&W is hoping employers will allow groups of employees to assist during work hours. LL&W is hoping to have 25-30 volunteers a day - all of whom must be able-bodied and at least 18 years of age.

"We are hoping to draw on some of our past volunteers to come out and assist. Wereally need the help. We wouldn't ask if we didn't," says LL&W president and founder Chad Pregracke.

LL&W plans to coordinate cleanups until July 12th, depending on the progress made. To sign up individually or as a group, please register at www.livinglandsandwaters.org. Registration will open at Noon on Wednesday, June 25th. This site will also have other pertinent information such as driving directions, instructions on what to wear, what to bring, what will be provided and what to expect. For last minute registrations or other questions, please contact Tammy Becker at 309-236-0725.

24 Jun 2008

Freight House Farmers' Market

By Rick Martin

On Wednesday, June 25th, the Freight House Farmers' Market will be in the Central High School south parking lot (overlooking the downtown).

On Saturday, June 28th, the Farmers' Market will return to 4th & Gaines (Scott County Administrative Center parking lot) - straight up from the Centennial Bridge.

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