02 Dec 2013

Governor Quinn Salutes "CNN Heroes" Awardee

By Rick Martin

Declares Sunday "Chad Pregracke Day" to Honor Illinois River Advocate

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn declared today "Chad Pregracke Day" to salute the East Moline man who was named "CNN Hero of the Year" for his efforts to clean up America's waterways. Chad Pregracke will be honored in a CNN broadcast hosted by Anderson Cooper tonight at 7:00 p.m.

"Chad Pregracke personifies stewardship of our rivers, a 'roll-up-your-sleeves' tenacity and the volunteer spirit that makes Illinois special," Governor Quinn said. "Having known Chad for years, I believe CNN made the ideal choice for 'Hero of the Year'. This man has truly made a difference and we are extremely proud of him."

Governor Quinn noted that in an act of uncommon generosity, Pregracke said he will share part of his $300,000 prize with the other nine finalists of the CNN Heroes initiative.

A former commercial shell diver, Pregracke founded Living Lands & Waters in 1998 to remove mounds of debris he saw on the river bottom near the Quad Cities. Since then, he has been responsible for removing 7 million tons of trash from 23 waterways including the Illinois, Mississippi and Ohio Rivers. In 2005, he partnered with then-Lieutenant Governor Quinn to clean up the Illinois River's Plum Island, now an eagle sanctuary.

"I am honored to have a day named after me," Pregracke said. "I don't know who is more excited, me or my Mom! I think one my biggest accomplishment is encouraging others that they can make a big difference in this world. I am proud to say I'm from Illinois, and want to thank all the people of Illinois that voted for me and cleaner rivers. This has allowed me the privilege and opportunity to be named 2013 CNN Hero."

Pregracke and his crew spend nine months a year living and working on a barge, organizing riverbank cleanups, watershed conservation initiatives and invasive plant removal. He is halfway to his goal of planting one million trees along Midwestern shorelines.

Pregracke is instilling a passion for stewardship to a younger generation, as well, with an "Alternative Spring Break" and "Floating Classrooms." In 2013, Floating Classrooms were conducted on Living Lands & Waters' boats moored at Alton, Cave-in-Rock, Chester, Grafton, Quincy, Rock Island and other Illinois riverfront communities.

During the past 15 years, more than 70,000 volunteers have participated in Pregracke's projects. The Living Lands & Waters staff has grown to 12, and its fleet includes 15 boats, six trucks and a crane. Pregracke has been called "the garbageman of the rivers", and Living Lands & Waters is known as the most "industrial strength" river recovery project on earth.

In his Proclamation, Governor Quinn said that Pregracke is a model for the 3,000 AmeriCorps members in Illinois and embodies the mission of the Governor's Serve Illinois Commission to instill an ethic of service.

This is the 7th year CNN has conducted its search for "CNN Heroes." This year's top ten were nominated by a global audience and profiled earlier this year on CNN. Pregracke received the most votes in the five-week online election. Other 2013 "Hero" finalists included an Iraq war vet who builds homes for other disabled veterans, an urban gardener who created an oasis in a food desert and a Florida retiree who invested her savings into transforming a bus into a mobile computer lab for inner city children.

A free viewing party for the airing of CNN Heroes: An All Star Tribute will be held tonight at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center beginning at 6:00 p.m.

To learn more about Chad Pregracke or to volunteer on a Living Lands & Waters project, visit www.livinglandsandwaters.org.

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02 Dec 2013

QUAD CITIES PEARL HARBOR SURVIVORS ATTENDING 72ND ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY IN PEARL HARBOR ON DECEMBER 7TH

By Ray Hamilton

LOCAL QC SAILOR ASSISTING WITH THE PREPARATION AND ESCORT

On December 8, 1941, then President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivered his speech to Congress after the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. And in President Roosevelt's speech he coined the statement," a date that will live in infamy" whose anniversary is nearly upon us once again.

The Vietnam Veterans Association Chapter #299, Rock Island Illinois is proud to announce they are sponsoring the travel, accommodations and ground transportation in Hawaii for two local Quad Cities Pearl Harbor survivors, Alvis Taylor, and Eldon Baxter and their escorts to travel to Oahu Hawaii to attend the anniversary ceremony of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor Hawaii.

A local Quad Cities sailor, Petty Officer Andrew L. Berntson currently on active duty with the Navy and stationed in Hawaii will meet the Pearl Harbor Survivors at the Honolulu Airport and escort our Pearl Harbor survivors to the ceremony.

The ceremony will take place at the historic Pearl Harbor Navy Base overlooking the Pearl Harbor with the U.S.S Arizona monument in the background on December 7, 2013 at 7:30 a.m. According to the Navy Liaison for Pearl Harbor Survivors has confirmed that only thirty Pearl Harbor survivors will be in attendance for the anniversary ceremony. Our Quad Cities Pearl Harbor survivors have mixed emotions, excitement for making the trip and being a part of an historical event, and anxiety from the memories of the horrible events of that day.

The Vietnam Veterans Association Chapter #299 would like to invite veterans and the general public to the Quad Cities Moline Airport on December 4, 2013 at 5:30 a.m. to wish our Pearl Harbor survivors a fond farewell as they make their journey to Pearl Harbor to attend the ceremony to commemorate the historical event. Let's
give our Pearl Harbor survivors and members of "the greatest generation", a grand send off. If further information is needed please contact Ray Hamilton, at 563-650-7486 or e-mail R.Hamilton@mchsi.com.

 

02 Dec 2013

Mallards Nip St. Charles

By Brian Lavelle

MOLINE, Ill. (November 29, 2013) - Jeff Lee and Thomas Frazee- who also picked up an assist apiece- scored 18 seconds apart late in the third perIod to propel the host Quad City Mallards to a come-from-behind 4-3 win over the St. Charles Chill Friday night.

After the Mallards' Jim McKenzie knotted the score at two from point blank range at 10:21 of the third period, Lee broke the deadlock at 16:48 with a backhander from the slot. Lee's goal set the stage for Frazee to score what proved to be the game winner from the left wing circle at 17:06. Frazee's strike proved especially vital just 12 seconds later when the Chill's Steve Makway scored his second goal of the night from the the top of the left wing circle.

The Mallards found themselves in need of a third period comeback after Makway snapped a 1-1 tie by rifling in a rebound from the slot at 13:25 of the second period.

It was the Mallards who had first grabbed the lead when Mike Stinziani one-timed Mike Hellyer's cross-ice feed home from the right wing circle at 15:16 of the first period. That advantage lasted less than three minutes before Kyle O'Kane buried a rebound to even the score at 18:34 of the first.

The Mallards return to action at home tomorrow night at 7:05 p.m. against the Tulsa Oilers. The Teddy Bear Toss will make its annual return tomorrow night. Fans are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped stuffed animals to the game and throw them on the ice immediately after the Mallards' first goal. Those teddy bears will then be donated to Family Resources and distributed to children in need in the Quad Cities area just in time for the holidays. Tomorrow evening will also see  the Mallards team with Great Clips to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa. Great Clips stylists will provide haircuts for fans attending the game against the Oilers throughout that contest. All proceeds from the cost of those haircuts will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa.

Fans can purchase a Holiday 4-Pack of four lower bowl seats to tomorrow night's game for just $40 at the iWireless Center box office while supplies last. Tickets for tomorrow night's game and all other Mallards regular season home games can be purchased at the iWireless Center ticket office as well as at Ticketmaster outlets, through ticketmaster.com or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The ticket office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

The Mallards return to action at home tomorrow night at 7:05 p.m. against the Tulsa Oilers. The Teddy Bear Toss will make its annual return tomorrow night. Fans are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped stuffed animals to the game and throw them on the ice immediately after the Mallards' first goal. Those teddy bears will then be donated to Family Resources and distributed to children in need in the Quad Cities area just in time for the holidays. Tomorrow evening will also see  the Mallards team with Great Clips to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa. Great Clips stylists will provide haircuts for fans attending the Mallards' 7:05 p.m. game against the Tulsa Oilers throughout that contest. All proceeds from the cost of those haircuts will be donated to the Ronald McDonald House of Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa.

Fans can purchase a Holiday 4-Pack of four lower bowl seats to tomorrow night's game for just $40 at the iWireless Center box office while supplies last. Tickets for tomorrow night's game and all other Mallards regular season home games can be purchased at the iWireless Center ticket office as well as at Ticketmaster outlets, through ticketmaster.com or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The ticket office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

About the Quad City Mallards
A proud affiliate of the National Hockey League's Minnesota Wild and the American Hockey League's Iowa Wild, the Quad City Mallards are approaching their seventeenth season and their fourth in the Central Hockey League.  One of the winningest teams in all of minor league hockey, the Mallards competed in the United Hockey League from 1995 through 2007 and in the International Hockey League in 2009-10.  The Mallards' proud history has seen them capture the UHL's Colonial Cup Championship three times (1997, 1998, 2001) and secure that league's Tarry Cup four times (1998, 2000, 2001, 2002) for the best overall regular season record.  In 2001, the Mallards made professional hockey history, recording their sixth consecutive season with 50 or more wins, a feat that has yet to be matched.  The i wireless Center provides a unique environment for hockey and features one-of-a-kind seating areas such as the Nest for groups and functions and the exclusive Drake Club.  For more information on the Quad City Mallards or for Mallards tickets go to www.myqcmallards.com.  Fans can also follow the Mallards via Twitter at twitter.com/myqcmallards and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/quadcitymallards.

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02 Dec 2013

Classes, Movies, Storytimes: Lots to Do in December!

By R. I. Public Library
Get the Scoop on Hometown Teams

 Rock Island Public Library has been selected as one of only six locations in Illinois to host the newest Smithsonian traveling exhibit, Hometown Teams, and you can get involved. The library is seeking volunteers and partners to help implement the Hometown Teams exhibition, coming

to Rock Island in Sept. 2014.


To get involved, stop by the Rock Island Main Community Room on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

Part of the exhibit will involve telling the stories of hometown teams from Rock Island and surrounding Illinois communities through local exhibits and free public programs. The meeting is open to anyone with an interest in the project, or knowledge to share.

 

 

If you're interested in getting involved but can't make the meeting, call Project Coordinator Lisa Lockheart at 309-732-7303 or email her at the library.

 

Link to full story.

More on Monday
Artist Bryan Cotton sets up for his one-man show, running through Dec. 30 at the Rock Island Main Library. The 28-year-old Rock Islander specializes in ink and pen creations in architectural abstract illustrations, cityscapes, murals, cartoons, and still life perspectives. He primarily works in ink, but also creates in watercolors, marker, colored pencil and pastels. Stop by to see his work on the 2nd floor anytime during regular library hours. 

Alpha Book Club Discussion at Main Library: Meets 3:00 to 4:00 pm, Monday, Dec. 2, to discuss Clara and Mr. Tiffany, by S. Vreeland.  Free.Anyone who has read the book is welcome to join in.

 

Getting Started with Email class, Monday, December 2nd, 3:30 to 4:30 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Need help setting up an email account or learning how to use yours?  This class should help!  Learn how to send email, attach files, and more!  Registration is required - space is limited. Call the Rock Island Library's Reference desk, 309-732-7341, to register.  Keyboarding and mouse skills required.
Movies & More on Thursday
Independent Movie Night for Adults - Thursday, Dec. 5, at 6:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library. Movie is "Teddy Bear," the story a shy bodybuilder who longs to find true love. Movie is not rated. Danish, Thai, English, with English subtitles. 

30/31 Big Book Sale - Monthly sale from the Friends of the Rock Island Public Library, first Thursday of each month. Thursday, Dec. 5, 9:00 am to 8 pm, Rock Island 30/31 Branch Library.
Community Partnership Programs at Your Library
Get Enrolled for Health Insurance! Walk-in one-on-one help sessions are available on the 2nd floor of the Rock Island Main Library from the Rock Island County Health Department on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, and again on Tues., Dec. 10. Every Thursday, you can get help from Genesis Health System, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, also at the Rock Island Main Library. 

The library is also working with Casa Guanajuato Quad Cities to confirm dates for offering Spanish-language information on the temporary visitors driver's license program (TVLD) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). More details coming next week! 

World AIDS Day Awareness Program. The library is partnering with the Project of the Quad Cities to host an HIV/AIDS Awareness Education & Testing program on Friday, Dec. 6, from 10:00 am to noon in the library Community Room. The test is a quick cheek swab. www.tpqc.org or 309-762-5433.
NEW: Online Magazines Now Available!

 

Rock Island Public Library, in partnership with RBdigital from Recorded Books, is pleased to announce the availability of Zinio for Libraries, the world's largest newsstand.

 

Through the library website, Rock Island Public Library cardholders will have free, unlimited multi-user access to complete digital magazines, easily viewed on most Internet-enabled devices.  62 of the most popular magazine titles are available, including Popular Science, Smithsonian, The Food Network, EatingWell, National Geographic, O, The Oprah Magazine, Rolling Stone and Women's Day. Patrons can browse from the library's collection of popular titles with no holds, no checkout periods, no waiting lists, and no limit to the number of magazine downloads.

 

This service was made possible to patrons of the Rock Island Public Library by funding from the Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library District. Free Zinio Reader apps for a wide variety of devices are available for download at the Rock Island Library Zinio site.

 

For help with using Zinio. call 309-732-7323 (READ.)
Teen Fun in December

Teen Iron Chef contest: Monday, Dec. 16, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street.  Teens ages 12 to 18 can take part in a monthly Iron Chef competition. Choose your ingredients and test your culinary skills against other teens for the next Iron Chef crown. Ages 12-18.

 

Dr. Who Party, Thurs, Dec. 19, 6:00 to 7:30 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Come to the Main Library to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who! Play trivia, win prizes, and enjoy snacks fit for a Time Lord! Ages  12 to 18.
Begin Here to Learn Something New!

Getting Started with Microsoft Word, Monday, December 9th, 3:30 to 4:30pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Want to learn more about Microsoft Word?  Learn how to create letters, papers, and work on your resume. Registration is required - space is limited.  Call the Rock Island Library's Reference desk, 309-732-7341, to register.  Keyboarding and mouse skills required.

 

Library How-To: Download Books, Tuesday, December 10th, 6:00 to 7:00 pm, Rock Island Southwest Branch Library, 9010 Ridgewood Road. Learn how to use the Library's eBook and eAudiobook service OverDrive, to download books to your personal devices and computer. Registration is not required - the library does not supply devices.

 

Library How-To: Download Music, Tuesday, December 17th. 2:00 -3:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street.  Learn how to use the Library's music service, Freegal, to download music to your computer and personal devices. Must have a Rock Island, Bettendorf, Davenport, or Sherrard District Library card to use Freegal.  Registration is not required - the library does not supply devices.

 

Library How-To: Download Books, Friday, December 27th, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Learn how to use the Library's eBook and eAudiobook service OverDrive, to download books to your personal devices and computer. Registration is not required - the library does not supply devices.

 
02 Dec 2013

Lt. Gov. Simon encouraging residents to "Buy Local" during Small Business Saturday and beyond

By Rick Martin

CARBONDALE - Nov. 29, 2013. As ambassador to Illinois Main Street, Lt. Governor Sheila Simon is encouraging Illinois residents to participate in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 30 and shop local for holiday gifts.

"With communities starting to rebuild from the recent tornadoes and severe storms, it is even more important to focus on our local economies," Simon said. "Buying locally keeps money in our communities and helps our economies grow."

Small Business Saturday organizers tout the day as a way to celebrate small businesses in force, create more jobs and stimulate the economy. According to the Small Business Association, Illinois small businesses represent 98.3 percent of all employers, employ almost 48 percent of the private-sector labor force and employ over two million workers.

Last year on Small Business Saturday, Simon shopped at The Bookworm, an independent, locally-owned business in Carbondale, and she plans to pick up some locally-made Clay Lick Creek Pottery at shops in Makanda this holiday season. Shoppers should check out their Illinois Main Street shopping districts for special events, Simon said.

To learn more about Small Business Saturday, find participating small businesses, receive advice on how to prepare for the holiday season, market your small business, and much more, please visit http://www.sba.gov/about-sba/sba_initiatives/small_business_saturday_2013.

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02 Dec 2013

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 11/29/2013

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS!

 

The LeClaire Chamber of Commerce is seeking members for our Board of Directors for terms of 2 years beginning in 2014. We have 3 openings, and 2 incumbents will be running for additional terms. The mission of the Chamber and of the Board is to work to build a healthy economy while promoting and nurturing the quality of life in historic LeClaire.  Board meetings are usually held on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 8 am in the Conference Room at LeClaire City Hall, and Board members are required to attend those meetings. All current Chamber members will be invited to vote for the Board of Directors. If you are a current member and would like to be on the ballot for the Board, we invite you to submit your letter of interest by December 6th to: LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 35, LeClaire, IA 52753, or via email, leclairechamber@gmail.com

November 30th - Shop Small Business Saturday! Remember our unique and wonderful local businesses, restaurants and services! Thank you for shopping locally!

Strolling Santas and Characters needed for Christmas in LeClaire! Santas and characters from Around the World welcome children and the young at heart to Christmas in LeClaire, December 6, 7 and 8!  Male and female volunteers are needed for all 3 days and for 2 evenings.  Please contact Kim DeWall at kimberleedewall@gmail.com for dates and times!

Enjoy extended shopping hours until 8pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at many LeClaire stores starting Friday, November 29th and going until Saturday, December 21st. And, many stores will be open until at least 3pm on Christmas Eve for that last minute gift or stocking stuffer!

CALENDAR

 

November 29th - Ribbon Cutting - The Shameless Chocoholic - 10:00 a.m. Everyone welcome!

 

November 29th - Faithful Pilot open until 4pm for lunch for all the shoppers!

Now thru Jan. 12th - Enright's LeClaire Super Car Wash - Annual Holiday Token Sale - 8 tokens for $30. Each token has a value of $6.50. Stop in for tokens and to register for weekly winners drawings! Tokens Make Great Gifts! Stock up for winter!

November 30th - Shop Small Business Saturday! Remember our unique and wonderful local businesses, restaurants and services! Thank you for shopping locally!

 

December 3rd - Christmas with Mrs. Claus - LeClaire Community Library 6:30 - 07:30 pm - Children's Room - enjoy a story and treat with Mrs. Claus!

 

December 4th - Why Everyone Needs an Estate Plan 12:00pm - Eric Johannes with Charles Schwab - 5345 Elmore Ave #300 - Davenport, IA  52807. Please RSVP 563-275-3659

December 6th - First Friday in LeClaire! 5-8pm

Mississippi River Distilling Company Food Samples, Spirit Tastings and come in for Stone Fence Apple Cider Whiskey!

Wide River Winery Wine Samples and come in for Merry Berry and Ms. Holly Day!

Faithful Pilot Live Music, 8:00p.m., with LeClaire's very own Bobby Ray Bunch!

Aunt Hattie's - Red Velvet Cupcakes, and Kateeya Brown will be singing Christmas Songs!

Razzleberries - Booze cake while it lasts!

Restaurants and several shops will be open late!

December 6th-8th - Christmas in LeClaire 2013! Fun for the Whole Family!

Our Unique Local Stores Open late Friday and Saturday night!

Friday - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Crafts and Silent Auction at Civic Center

Cookie Tin Sales, Bazaars and Craft Fair, Baked Goods at Civic Center and Snow Lodge

Free Trolley Rides - 11 am - 7 pm

Strolling Santas from Around the World!

Reusable Useables - Free Family Drop-in Art - 10 am - 8 pm

First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8 pm

Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Breakfast with Santa - Happy Joe's - 8-10 a.m. - Children $4.50/Adults $750

Santa's Playhouse - Medic Building - 12-3 p.m.

Strolling Santas from Around the World!

Crafts and Silent Auction at Civic Center

Cookie Tin Sales, Bazaars and Craft Fair, Baked Goods at Civic Center and Snow Lodge

Free Trolley Rides - 11 am - 7 pm

Reusable Useables - Free Family Drop-in Art - 10 am -8 pm

Star Gifts for Kids and Elderly Angels Truck - in front of Aunt Hattie's (details below)

Santa will be at Bierstube - 1-4 pm - bring Star Gifts for Kids (details below)

Star Gifts for Kids Trivia Night - LeClaire Fire Station - doors open at 6 pm.  (details below)

First Saturday in LeClaire! Many businesses celebrating first Saturday in the tradition of First Friday!

Sunday - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Free Trolley Rides - noon - 5 pm

Strolling Santas from Around the World!

Reusable Useables - Free Family Drop-in Art - 10 am -4 pm

Crafts and Silent Auction at Civic Center

December 7th-15th - Aunt Hattie's, Zaruba's and Happy Joe's are teaming up with Star Gifts for Kids & Elderly Angels. Please Help US FILL A TRUCK! You would be helping local children and senior citizens. Beginning Saturday Dec. 7th, and until Dec. 15th, you can give a NEW, UNWRAPPED gift for a child or a senior citizen. (Types of items needed: Coats, hats, gloves, socks, Slagle's and other gift cards, toys, etc.) You can drop your gift off to our marked "STAR GIFTS FOR KIDS" TRUCK in front of Hattie's and Zaruba's on Dec. 7th during Christmas in LeClaire! If you can't come by during Christmas in LeClaire on Dec. 7th, you can drop off gift items to Aunt Hattie's, Zaruba's or Happy Joe's until Dec. 15th. Help us Fill a Truck!

 

December 7th - Star Gifts for Kids Trivia Night - The Leclaire Fire Station Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia will start at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person. All proceeds will go to Star Gifts for Kids! You don't have to be good at trivia - come for the fun, the raffles and to support this great cause! Contact Barry Long to reserve a table - 563-949-6969 or bal400@aol.com

December 7th - Santa will be at the LeClaire Bierstube 1-4pm. Bring a gift to be donated to Star Gifts for Kids and receive a free kid's meal! http://bier-stube.com/

December 7th - CHRISTMAS AT THE CENTER - The Princeton Community Center - 5-8 p.m.  Get into the spirit of the holiday season!  This special event hosted by the Princeton Community Center Board and the Princeton Players will feature delicious beverages and cookies in a holiday atmosphere. Christmas music and entertainment will be provided by our local theater group, and we even anticipate a visit from Santa Claus! (Santa will be available for photos and visits with the children from 6-7pm)  The halls of the Center will be decked with holly.  This time for fellowship, entertainment, and good cheer is certain to make your December warmer and brighter!  Admission is free - this is Princeton's holiday gift to you and your family.

December 8th - Faithful Pilot - 392 Caffe from Clinton Coffee TakeOver! The Faithful Pilot will be open for lunch 11-2 as well!

 

December 10th - LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Networking Lunch - Hungry Hobo, noon. Everyone welcome!

 

December 13th - Bier-Stube starts celebrating 12 days of Christmas specials! http://bier-stube.com/

December 15th - Faithful Pilot Wine Tasting 3:00-5:00p.m $15.00 for 15 wines.  All wines purchased will be here for your Christmas Dinner Table!

 

December 16th - Economic Development Meeting - 204 Jones St. 8:00 a.m.

 

December 19th - Market Snapshot with Liz Ann Sonders 3:00pm - Eric Johannes, Charles Schwab - 5345 Elmore Ave #300 - Davenport, IA  52807. Please RSVP 563-275-3659

December 31st - Faithful Pilot - New Years Eve - 7 courses includes champagne toast at the end of your meal.  Seatings at 6:00 & 8:30 for $100.00 per person (no coupons or discounts) $50.00 for a wine pairing will include 5 glasses of wine per person. Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

 

Save the Date

February 1st, 2014 - LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner - Davenport Country Club - more details to come!

FYI

Visit the NEW LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see our updated Facebook page!

LeClaire Tourism Manager The LeClaire Tourism Board is now accepting proposals for the tourism management services contract with the City of LeClaire. Anyone interested can view the contract on the city's website at www.leclaireiowa.gov for review. Proposals must be submitted to the Tourism Board before their December 2, 2013 regular meeting.

 

LeClaire Community Library - Please join us in congratulating Jillian Aschliman on her new position as the LeClaire Community Library Director. Jillian had served as the Interim Director, and we are pleased to have her in her new official position!

Locals Love Us - Quad Cities has presented Aunt Hattie's an award for 2013/2014 Best Gift Shop! Aunt Hattie's is the winner of 4 out 18 voter groups: Education, zip code 51265, Household income of $40 K to $69,999, and gender - female. Congrats, Aunt Hattie's!

 

LeClaire Antiques and Appraisals current hours are Friday through Mondays 12-4pm or by appointment until Dec. 23.

 

Faithful Pilot - Every Wednesday 1/2 priced wine night with Chef's Tapas menu to go along side. Don't forget to book all of your holiday parties with The Faithful Pilot or bring Chef Robert into your home and let us cater your holiday event! Now open for lunch, 12-2, Wed-Sat.

"Something NEW" at the LeClaire Civic Club - BUNCO! Every third Tuesday from10:00 AM through 12:30PM!  Call Debbie for details - 563-289-4458.

Buffalo Bill Museum Expansion "It's an exciting time in the museum's almost 57 year history," said Robert Schiffke, Executive Director of the Buffalo Bill Museum & River Pilots' Pier, "as we start another expansion of our facility."  The women who were members of the LeClaire Women's Club, who founded the museum in 1957, wouldn't recognize the building today, but they would see many of the items first exhibited in its original location at 114 North Cody Road, LeClaire. Included will be an Archival Workroom allowing careful access to the museum's extensive print and photograph collection, a "hands on" classroom for children visiting the museum, and exhibits that highlight LeClaire's role in the region's economic growth through its shipyards, button factories, and river pilots who opened the region to river commerce.  An architectural drawing of the expansion is available for public view at the museum during regular hours, and donations towards the expansion are being accepted. "We appreciate the support of the community in this project, and donations of artifacts and funds are always welcome.  We are truly a community institution, and volunteers have grown the museum into the LeClaire landmark that it is today" said Connie Curlott, President of the Board of Directors.  The museum is open 9am - 4pm, Mon.-Saturday; 12noon - 4pm, Sundays. Call 563-289-5580 for more information or to donate to the

Commercial space for rent - 204 Jones St. - $1,200 per month plus utilities - effective Dec. lst.  Call 563-370-2386. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only.

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. Washer & dryers in every unit along with all other appliances.  Each apartment has either a balcony or a patio.  Considerable storage in each 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 for a tour and more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? If you own residential rental property or commercial property that is available for lease or sale in the greater LeClaire region, please contact the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, leclairechamber@gmail.com, with a property description, complete contact information including phone numbers and rental or purchase pricing. As a service to the community, we would like to have the information available so we can share the most up-to-date information on our website!

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

Primitive Cottage is collecting food for the Princeton Presbyterian Church's Food Pantry which is in great need of food donations. They have helped alot of people, and now they need our help.  Donations can be dropped off at Primitive Cottage in LeClaire. Please check the expiration date on items because anything that has expired can't be given away.

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire Meals for Seniors at the church every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12 noon. Good food and a time to visit with others. Please call 563-289-3646 and make a reservation 2 days in advance.

 

Chamber 2013 Networking Events - Everyone welcome to attend!

December 10th - Hungry Hobo - lunch - noon

02 Dec 2013

Local Symphonic Rock Christmas Release

By Dave Paris
Southeast Iowa-based Composer/Arranger Justin Hill has produced a Christmas CD "Wonder" that features arrangements utilitizing string orchestration, a full band, the vocals of Diana Upton-Hill, Mitch Goudy, and Justin, and my guitar playing! This release features arrangements in the vein of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Mannheim Steamroller, and great easy-listening, holiday-themed vocals. (Attached please find the Press Release, album cover, and an MP3).

View the promo video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMoR0twWdYQ
02 Dec 2013

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 11/27 - 12/4

By QC Chamber
Happy Thanksgiving! Let downtown do the cooking for you and feast on a Thanksgiving Family-Style Smorgasbord at Hotel Blackhawk, or hop to Rhythm City Casino for a Thanksgiving Buffet! Afterward, take the family to see the variety of trees and exhibits at the Quad City Arts Festival of Trees.  Need a little exercise to prepare for tons of food?  Head out Thanksgiving morning for the Scott County Family Y Turkey Trot!
Shop small this weekend and support local downtown businesses on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday! On Friday, pamper yourself with discounts at Salon and Spa Luce or receive extra discounts on home and office decor, paintings and other specials in select galleries at Bucktown Center for the Arts' Final Friday/Black Friday Celebration. Catch even more deals at places like Ragged Records, SiS International Shop, Abernathy's, and more!
Welcome in December with beautiful holiday music and spectacular seasonal costumes at the Adler on Sunday. Celebrate by attending Jim McDonough's "Holiday Grande 2013 and enjoy an assortment of Christmas tunes and other all-time favorites.  There a tons of amazing Adler shows coming soon too including The Nutcracker, Green Day's American Idiot, Jim Gaffigan, A Christmas Story, The Adam's Family, Mama Mia, and more!  Tickets make great gifts!
FGC On Friday, jam out at River Music Experience with the always popular four piece Chicago band, Family Groove Company!   What better way to wind down your Black Friday than with a night full of dancing and good times?  Family Groove always puts on one heck of a show, and it's only $10 in advance and $12 at the door.  What would Janis do? 

Take in the soothing sounds of the season on Sunday at the German American Heritage Center. Hear music from GAHC's very own Davenport Zither Ensemble during the Holiday Zither Concert. While you're there, stop in the Christkindlmarkt to find unique holiday gifts ranging from one of a kind, handcrafted German works to traditional German cookies and treats.
Don't forget about the Downtown Davenport Holiday Shopping extravaganza next weekend. Grab your downtown passport and make sure you stop at all the local shops for gifts this holiday season. Find one of a kind gifts ranging from specialty chocolates, fair trade items, locally-brewed beer, handcrafted pieces of art, and more! Visit at least five businesses and have the retailers sign your passport for a chance to win gift cards to various downtown hot spots!
See you downtown!
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This Week's Events: November 28 - December 4


Thursday, November 28
Bucktown Center for the Arts
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Quad City Arts Festival of Trees
Where: RiverCenter
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: $8/Adults, $3/Children (2-10), $6/Senior (60+)

River's Edge Monthly Ice Schedule

Discover dozens of sporting events at River's Edge!

Follow the links below to see the complete ice and turf schedule for the month.

Thanksgiving Day Buffet
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Price: $17.99 plus tax
Thanksgiving Family-Style Smorgasbord
Where: Hotel Blackhawk
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Price: $22.50/Adult, $11.25/Child 12 & under
Wine-tini Thursdays
Where: Barrel House 211
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Price: 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine and 1/2 Price Martinis

Friday, November 29

Black Friday Bonus

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 6:00 p.m

Price: N/A

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Bucktown Center for the Arts Final Friday/Black Friday
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Family Groove Company
Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room
Time: Doors 8:00 p.m. / Show 9:00 p.m.
Price; $10 in adv.; $12 day of show
Kitchen Gadgets "What's Cookin" Giveaway
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Public Skate
Where: River's Edge
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: $5 and up
Quad City Arts Festival of Trees
Where: RiverCenter
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: $8/Adult, $3/Child (2-10), $6/Senior (60+)
Retro Ron
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8:00 p.m. - Midnight
Price: FREE
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The Blackest Friday (mini) Record Store Day
Where: Ragged Records
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Saturday, November 30

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery
Time: Noon, 1:00 p.m, 2:00 p.m, 3:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.
Price: N/A

 

Bucktown Center for the Arts Small Business Saturday

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Class: Docent Candidate Training

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 9:00 a.m. - Noon

Price: $150

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Community Drum Circle

Where: River Music Experience, RME Admissions Area

Time: 10:30 a.m.

Price: $5 for adults, $2.50 for children 12 and under

Website

 

Drop-In (Adult)

Where: River's Edge, Ice

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Price: $5

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Exhibition: 1934: A New Deal for Artists

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: A New Deal for Illinois: The Federal Art Project Collection of Western Illinois

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: College Invitational

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: Medieval Monsters

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7) or FREE with membership

Website

 

Exhibition: Jazz

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Exhibition: Photography Contest

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tues.-Sat.; Noon - 4:00 p.m. Sun.

Price: Museum Admission or FREE with membership

Website

 

Exhibition: Walter Haskell Hinton: Image Maker for Deere

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

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

Price: FREE

Website

Live Music: Chuck Murphy
Where: Barrel House 211
Time: 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
Price: FREE

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Night of 101 Winners
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Public Skate
Where: River's Edge
Time: 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.; 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.; 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Price: $5 and up
Quad City Arts Festival of Trees Family Day
Where: The RiverCenter
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: $8/adult; $3/Child (2-10); $6/Senior(60+); $1 off all Admission Tickets
River City 6
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
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Tour: 1934: A New Deal for Artists

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 1:30 p.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Sunday, December 1

 

$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Exhibition Closes: Jazz
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Price: Museum admission ($7), or FREE with membership
Holiday Zither Concert
Where: German American Heritage Center
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($5 or less), or FREE with membership
Jim McDonough "Holiday Grande 2013"
Where: Adler Theatre
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Price: $35 & $40 OR $30 & $35 for groups of 20+

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Quad City Arts Festival of Trees

Where: The RiverCenter

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: $8/Adult; $3/Child (2-10); $6/Senior (60+)

Website

 

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro

Where: Blackhawk Hotel

Time: 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Price: Adults - $17.95 and Kids - $8.95

Website

 

Sunday Live Jazz

Where: Brady St. Chop House

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

Monday, December 2

 

Merry Million Points

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Every Hour Between 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Website

 

Mexican Monday

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $3 Margaritas and $5 Tacos

Website

 

Nifty 50's

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and Up

Website


Tuesday, December 3

 

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge, Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: $10

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market
Where: Freight House Building and Parking Lot
Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Price: FREE

 

It's Firkin Tuesday!

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $3 Burger Baskets

Website


Open Jam Session

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and Up

Website

 

Wednesday, December 4

 

Attack of the Casks

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 5:00p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

Bucktown Center for the Arts
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Live Music: Danika Holmes
Where: Barrel House 211
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Midday Moolah Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: 100 points per entry; 10 entries max per guest

Website

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Nifty 50's
Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge, Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

Website

 

RME Open Mic & Jam with Special Guest The Grahams

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website
02 Dec 2013

Community Working Together Leads to Recovery of Guard Soldier's Dog

By Illinois National Guard Public Affairs Office

Social media helps in finding 6-month-old pit bull named Dexter

SPRINGFIELD, IL (11/27/2013)(readMedia)-- When Spc. Jacob Montgomery moved to Washington, Ill., from Champaign six months ago to accept a promotion in his civilian job, he got a pit bull puppy as a companion. But the pup, Dexter, and Montgomery were violently separated on Nov. 17 when a devastating tornado ripped through Washington and completely destroyed Montgomery's third-floor apartment. Although Montgomery looked through the wreckage of his apartment several times since the tornado, Dexter was nowhere to be found. But on Tuesday, Montgomery got a Facebook note on his smart phone from a neighbor. "He said 'I've got your dog right here.'" After nine days, Dexter was found under the rubble near where the apartment used to be. "The vet said he has no real injuries - just a few scrapes and cuts. He was malnourished, but he's going to be fine." Montgomery and his neighbors found a powerful new ally in their search for pets and property after the tornado. "We are all networked together," he said. Montgomery's neighbor had been searching for his cat with an animal rescue organization, Rescuing Animals in Need (RAIN) of Central Illinois, when they came across Dexter partly buried in rubble. They coaxed the 6-month-old puppy out of the rubble with hot dogs. The neighbor knew right away whose dog it was because of the pictures Montgomery had posted on social media. "As soon as a heard, I went straight there," he said. "As soon as Dexter saw me, his tail started going." "As a National Guardsman, you train to respond to emergencies all the time, but I never really had it happen to me," said Montgomery, has been a military police officer with the Illinois Army National Guard for more than five years and is a member of the 333rd Military Police Co. of Freeport. "I am lucky. All I had in my apartment is gone, but my dog was all I really had to worry about." Montgomery is staying with a friend near Peoria until he can find a new apartment for him and Dexter.
02 Dec 2013

City of Davenport Agendas week of Dec 2nd

By Jennifer A. Nahra

The following links will direct you to the December 4, 2013 City Council Committee of the Whole agenda, http://www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/egov/documents/1385592411_81047.pdf and the Committee of the Whole agenda packet: http://www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/egov/documents/1385592948_18298.pdf.

CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION

City of Davenport, Iowa

Monday, December 2, 5:30 p.m.

Council Chambers, City Hall, 226 West 4th Street

I. Modern Woodmen Park Improvements & Lease Revision

II. City Square Project & Development Agreement

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