The Bettendorf Discovery Shop in Cumberland Square invites you to their Annual Holiday Open House Sunday, November 22nd from Noon to 4 pm.

The American Cancer Society's Discovery Shop is ready to kick off the holiday season.  Mark your calendars and plan to stop by and help us to ring in the season as we unveil all of our wonderful holiday items. The shop will be bursting at the seams with all kinds of Santas, snowmen, nativity sets, holiday clothing, ornaments, village pieces, collectibles, and many other fantastic items.  If you will be looking for the perfect sweater for your upcoming theme parties be sure to stop by and look through our great selection, we have lots of contest winners.  What a great way to help in the fight against cancer!

If you need something for yourself or for someone on your list, this is a great place to start. Get a sneak peek before the event starts on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/QCdiscoveryshop

The shop will be closed Saturday, November 21st to prepare for this event.

The Discovery Shop is an upscale resale shop.  All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society to fund cancer research, patient services, education and advocacy.

If you have items that you would like to donate for this event, donations are accepted anytime the shop is open and a tax receipt is always available.  Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, Thursday from 10 am to 7 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm.

America's favorite fast-casual Italian chain to provide FREE pasta bowl to veterans and active duty personnel on November 11

LEXINGTON, Ky. (November 4, 2015) - Less than seven percent of the U.S. population are veterans of the armed forces, but all citizens benefit from their sacrifices. Fazoli's, America's favorite fast-casual Italian restaurant chain, will honor the men and women of the United States Armed Forces by offering a FREE "Build Your Own Pasta Bowl" to veterans and active duty personnel of the armed forces on Wednesday, November 11.

Veterans and active duty military personnel will have the opportunity to build an individualized, delicious pasta bowl at their local Fazoli's by choosing from a variety of freshly prepared noodle and sauce options.

"Like so many other businesses, we owe our opportunity to succeed and the freedom to prosper to those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces," said Carl Howard, president and CEO of Fazoli's. "We simply wanted to take a moment to say thank you to those who are serving and to the veterans who have served before them."

To redeem the offer, veterans and active armed forces personnel should visit a participating location and show their military ID or wear their uniform.

Additionally, children will have the opportunity to decorate patriotic "Thank You" cards for U.S. troops on Tuesday, Nov. 10, as part of Fazoli's Kid's Night Spaghetti Smarts activity. Fazoli's will send the personally crafted messages to our troops as a token of gratitude for their service.

Fazoli's is proud to offer fast, fresh Italian to consumers across the country. To learn more about the savory dishes available Monday-Sunday at Fazoli's, visit www.fazolis.com.

About Fazoli's

With approximately 220 restaurants, Fazoli's is America's largest Italian fast-casual chain, serving freshly prepared entrees, Submarinos® sandwiches, salads and pizza. One of the New York Post's five breakout fast-casual restaurants and a FastCasual.com Brand of the Year, Fazoli's franchisees are experiencing record sales growth. Visit www.ownafazolis.com for details on development opportunities, including new operator incentives.

CHAMBER NEWSLETTER - DECEMBER ISSUE! Deadline Friday, 11/6, 5:00 p.m.!

The December 2015 LeClaire Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be printed and delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode area!! Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. If you commit to all 4 quarterly issues, receive a 10% discount off each ad! Ads can be modified per issue. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.com and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. Low cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for THE HOLIDAYS!!

RIBBON CUTTING!

November 6th- LeClaire River Retreat Guest Condo - 5p.m. Stephanie Graham, owner. 215 1/2 Cody Road, LeClaire. leclaireriverretreat@gmail.com, www.leclaireriverretreat.com A modern, chic and newly updated condo with accommodations for up to six guests. Enjoy a beautiful open floor plan featuring a great room with hardwood floors and gas fireplace, kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless appliances, two walls of windows to enjoy the riverfront view, private entrance, an enclosed garage, and a private deck. Our lovely location is in the heart of historic downtown LeClaire, IA overlooking the Mississippi River. This luxury condominium is available for overnight, weekend, weekly, or monthly rental. Also available for group parties such as baby showers, bridal showers, and the like. 563-484-1555

 

CALENDAR

November 5th-15th - Isabel Bloom - Great Gift Givers Celebration! "We make it! You gift it!  They Love it! Get a FREE?Candy Cane Ornament with every $50 purchase, plus daily drawings and grand prize drawing. Visit www.ibloom.com for additional special events!

 

November 6th - Dwellings Holiday 2015 Begins! Kick off the Holiday Season at Dwellings and be the first to see all the newest items in holiday decor. 10a.m.-8p.m.

 

November 6th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8pm.

Fun food and cocktail sampling at the Mississippi River Distilling Co. Coffee Liqueur is back!

Wine tasting at Wide River Winery

Live music at The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits - Chuck Murphy - 8p.m.

National Nacho Day at Blue Iguana. Get $2 off nachos all day!

Isabel Bloom will be open until 7pm. Get a FREE?Candy Cane Ornament with a $50 purchase!

Ribbon Cutting at LeClaire River Retreat Guest Condo - 5p.m.

Restaurant specials, and some shops open late!

 

November 7th - Isabel Bloom Holiday Open House 10am-5pm. Get a FREE?Candy Cane Ornament with every $50 purchase, plus a daily drawing and grand prize drawing.

 

November 7th - Expressions in Threads Debut of Andover's Little House on the Prairie Fabrics! Browse the collections and available patterns.

 

November 7th-8th - The Fall Mississippi River Valley Art Drive brings you through LeClaire where you can see exhibits at Artswork, Mississippi Cottage Antiques, Mississippi River Distilling Co., and Reusable Usables. See the complete MRVAD guide at http://www.mrvad.com/

 

November 8th - Unique Recycled Creations & Gifts Painting Class 4-6p.m.

Learn to paint furniture and more with American Paint Company chalk, clay and mineral based paint. Learn how to paint and decorate jars in class. $25 includes the class and supplies! Limited space! Call or message Rhonda for more information or to reserve your spot. 309-507-2929

November 10th - Chamber Networking Lunch - Riverview Roadhouse noon-1p.m. Guest speaker from Bi-State Commission.

November 12th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits Blind Kitchen 8p.m. 3 secret ingredients, 2 Chefs, 1 Hour. Door locks at 8pm!

November 14th - Blue Iguana - It's Spicy Guacamole Day!

November 14th - Free Family Movie Night at Riverside Church 302 N. Cody Rd., Le Claire, 6pm.  Will be showing the movie, "Home" but we have turned this movie into an interactive movie!   What is an interactive movie?  We have different movements, sayings, and activities that we do throughout the movie.  Children under the age of 7 should have an adult accompany them.  Please feel free to call April 920-287-8851 with any questions.

November 14th-15th - Decades - Holiday Open House 521 N Cody Road. Saturday 10-5, Sunday 11-4. Antiques, painted furniture, Christmas wreaths - garlands - trees - table decorations & refreshments. Join Us!

November 15th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits - Wine Tasting 3-5p.m. 15 wines for $15. Call 563-289-4156 to reserve your glass.

 

November 18th - El Rio Spa & Wellness One Year Anniversary Event 4-8p.m. Live Demonstrations, Gift Card Packages, Giveaways, and Grand Prize Drawing for a Trip to Kohler Waters Spa, Kohler, WI! First 50 people to RSVP receive a spa goody bag! Please call 563-289-1344 or email michelle@elriospa.com to RSVP by November 2nd. And, come check out the new "Salt Therapy Room"! Great for respiratory ailments and skin conditions. Massage Wednesdays - $10 off any massage! The M'Lis Slimming Wrap is back! Cut inches and check out the M'Lis Wellness program as well!

November 19th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits - Beer 'n Bourbon Dinner Faithful Pilot is teaming up with the Mississippi River Distilling Company and Potosi Brewery. 5 Courses for $55. Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

November 23rd - Economic Development Meeting - City Hall - 8a.m.

November 23rd - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits - New Menu Launch! Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

November 28th - Small Business Saturday Support the local economy by shopping LeClaire's small businesses. Fun scavenger hunt will be offered with chance to win a prize. More information to come. #LeClaireShopSmall

 

SAVE THE DATE

 

December 3rd - Local Photographer Burt Gearhart will present "Seasonal Scenery of LeClaire" at the LeClaire Community Library 6:30pm "All-ages" slide presentation and lecture. Prints of Bald Eagles, rural scenery, the Mississippi River, and historic beauty of LeClaire on display. Free, seating is limited. http://www.leclaire.lib.ia.us/archive/2015/12/seasonal-scenery-of-le-claire

 

December 4th - First Friday - 5:30-8pm.

Fun food and cocktail sampling at the Mississippi River Distilling Co.

Wine tasting at Wide River Winery

Live music at 7:30pm at The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits with Bobby Ray Bunch

Restaurant specials, and some shops open late!

 

December 4th-6th - Christmas in LeClaire! Strolling Santas from around the world, as well as Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Breakfast with Santa at Happy Joe's on Sat. from 8-10am. Mrs. Claus will be at Antique Archeology from 11am-2pm handing out candy canes. Stop at Best Days Photography and the kids can have their picture taken with one of the Strolling Santas. (There will be a free download so you can print their pictures). Kids will receive Christmas in LeClaire Dollars to buy gifts for their family at Santa's Gift Shop (Civic Center parking lot) from 11am-4pm Sat. and Sun. They can experience "The Miracle of Jesus" Sat. from 10am-3pm at the Masonic Lodge (2nd floor). Free trolley rides throughout the town on Sat. 11am-7pm and Sun. 11am-4pm. Author Blake Ross will be at the Civic Center all three days, selling and signing his books and prints. Wooden Shoe maker Luke Travers will also be there Sat. and Sun. and Chainsaw Carver Pat Doyle will be back creating his awesome carvings Sat. from 10 to 4. (Carvings will be sold in the Silent Auction). There will be face painting and a balloon artist at GraniteXact Sat. from 2-4pm. WQAD will have their "Selfie Set" on the patio at Mississippi River Distilling Co. Sat. from 12-3pm. Don't miss Mississippi River Distilling Company's First Friday and First Saturday events from 5:30-8pm. There's something for everyone at Christmas in LeClaire brought to you by WQAD. For more information, call Joyce at 563-289-4205 or Diane at 563-370-3509.

December 12th - Princeton Community Center - Santa at the Center! 6-8:30 P.M.

 

January 30th, 2016 - LeClaire Chamber Annual Awards Dinner - Davenport Country Club

 

FYI

Becky from Urban Classic Home would like to wish everyone a Healthy, Happy, Blessed and Prosperous 2015 Holiday Season! She hopes you take time for some R&R when you can! She would also like to THANK everyone for supporting one another, and she is Excited for the upcoming Wonderful Holiday Season!! Happy Holidays from Urban Classic Home!

Looking for Strolling Santas and Other Characters for Christmas in LeClaire! Volunteers for Friday evening after 4 p.m. Sat. from 11 until 7pm and Sunday from 12 noon until 3pm. Great Costumes and goodies to pass out provided! Just bring your Holiday Spirit and Smile to show everyone our community's spirit and zest for fun!  Call Kim and leave message - 563-289-5699. 4 to 6 women and 8 to 12 men needed for short shifts and longer periods to stroll and be on the trolley!

It's not too early to reserve the LeClaire Civic Center for your holiday party! Go to www.leclairecivicclub.org for details or call 563-639-4621. Half- and full-day rentals; furnished kitchen; large screen television.

To help support their endowment fund, the Friends of the Library have partnered up with Isabel Bloom to create the Green Tree Wall Plaque, on sale for $24, with part of the proceeds going toward the LeClaire Community Library's endowment. If you are interested in purchasing one of these plaques, please contact Becky Pilger at bekpilg71@aol.com or find them at the Library. Those who make a $1000 donation or more to the Library's endowment will receive a complimentary plaque as a thank you for supporting the library. These plaques are available at the Library and at the LeClaire Isabel Bloom store in LeClaire.

Blue Iguana Homemade soups are back! Make sure to ask about our soup of the day.

Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

If you would like to attend a Chamber Board Meeting in order to present a topic, please contact the Board in advance at LeClaireChamber@gmail.com in order to be included an upcoming agenda. You will be contacted with confirmation of being included in the agenda. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month, 8a.m. at LeClaire City Hall.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

 

LeClaire Chamber member, Kathy Anderson, thanks the LeClaire merchants for their support of Habitat for Humanity's recent fundraiser. The LeClaire basket was valued at $425 and helped Habitat raise nearly $30,000 at their annual Mr/Ms. Habitat competition. Thank you for contributing to Habitat's mission of making affordable homes possible for families in need!

 

Pick up the LeClaire information guide at the LeClaire Information Center. It has many photos and great information for everyone including residents, potential residents, visitors, realtors, relocation personnel, schools, and more! Summer hours have started: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1-4pm. 122 N. Cody Road. LIC Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property for Rent - 1405 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire. 2,500 SF newly constructed office/retail space. Co-Tenant Snap Fitness. Owner will subdivide space. Private parking lot. ADA compliant. Contact: Meg Halligan, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, mhalligan@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000 Website Link: http://www.ruhlcommercial.com/Page/Property.aspx?mls=7032508

Commercial Property for Sale 613-617 N Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Contact Jeff R. Heuer, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jheuer@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5107.

Commercial Property for Sale Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Contact John G. Ruhl, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jruhl@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5126.

Commercial Property Available Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? 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.

LECLAIRE EVENTS COMING UP!

November 28th - Small Business Saturday

December 4th-6th - Christmas in LeClaire

January 30th - LeClaire Chamber Annual Awards Dinner

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

November 10th - Riverview Roadhouse - Lunch - noon - guest speaker

December 8th - Subway, LeClaire - Lunch - noon

It's a birthday celebration this week for two fantastic downtown businesses! Eclectic retail shop Abernathy's will be celebrating two years with a sale, lucky us! Shop Saturday for 50% off all vintage clothing, shoes, hats and bags. Me & Billy will celebrate their two year anniversary with $2 drink specials all day long and live music by Karl Beatty starting at 10 pm! Cheers and best wishes to another bright year for both!

The music lineup downtown this week is absolutely incredible! The Avett Brothers are in town on Tuesday playing a much anticipated show at the Adler. The Avett show is just the beginning of a busy month on the Adler stage. Still to come is truTV's Impractical Jokers, Girls Night: The Musical, Holiday Pops Cirque de la Symphonie and Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood.

River Music Experience has a packed bill with The Keller Williams Trio playing tonight in the Redstone Room. Joining Keller Williams on this tour is Rodney Holmes on drums and Rob Wasserman on upright bass, both are Grammy award winning composers and producers. The #1 Billboard Blues Artist, Anthony Gomes will take the same stage on Friday. Gomes is a top draw on the Rock/Blues circuit - don't miss your chance to see him!

Saturday, the Redstone Room will fill for favorite local annual event, Moondance! This year features live music from Lissie, Jason Carl & The Whole Damn Band and many other special guests. Proceeds from this very special event will go to benefit the Karli Rose Kell Music Scholarship Fund at RME. 

The Figge Museum's popular program Wine and Art continues tonight with a Holiday Card session. Design cards of thanks, praise or holiday greeting cards. Visit the museum on Sunday for the Figge Highlights Tour. An expert docent will give visitors an overview of the traveling exhibitions currently on display, free with paid admission or membership.

German American Heritage Center has a few exhibits opening this weekend. Check out Winterscapes, an exhibit of winter themed fine arts by Artists Unlimited. The holiday countdown officially begins with a Christmas exhibit for the entire family, Amazing Advent Adventure opens this Sunday too.

For a complete list of the events this week and beyond, visit our event calendar. 

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