ROCK ISLAND, Ill. (May 31, 2017) – Goodwill of the Heartland is joining forces with Medieval Times to declare Monday, June 19, “Chivalry in Action Day.” From 1 to 3 p.m., the first 25 individuals making a purchase or donation at the Rock Island Goodwill store and donation center, 4664 44th St., will receive two complimentary dinner and tournament tickets to Medieval Times in northwest suburban Chicago. This is the inaugural stop for Medieval Times knights on their multi-city Chivalry in Action Goodwill Tour.
Throughout the two-hour appearance, the Medieval Times knights will present professional sword- fighting demonstrations, engage children in knights-in-training exercises, and pose for photos with Goodwill patrons. After the first 25 pairs of complimentary dinner and tournament tickets have been distributed, shoppers will still be able to secure discount coupons for Medieval Times.
About Medieval Times
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, located in Schaumburg, Ill., near O’Hare International Airport, is the only entertainment venue of its type in the Midwest. An easy hour drive from Rockford, the colossal stone castle beckons guests of all ages to enjoy an adrenaline-charged live jousting tournament, filled with awe-inspiring horsemanship and falconry, knights engaged in rousing displays of strength and skill, and a four-course feast fit for a king. For additional information, visit medievaltimes.com/chicago.
About Goodwill of the Heartland
The mission of Goodwill of the Heartland is to advance the social and economic well-being of people who experience barriers to independence. Goodwill offers life and job skill development, work experience, job placement assistance, day habilitation, supported community living, workforce services to employers and contract manufacturing, assembly and packaging. In 2016, Goodwill provided nearly 17,000 services to people with barriers in its 19-county service area. For more information, including retail, donation and service locations, please visit www.goodwillheartland.org or call toll free 1-866-466-7881.
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