09 Oct 2015

Quad Cities Jewish Heritage Now on Exhibit at the Putnam

By Putnam Museum
Experience first hand the regional and national impact created by the Jewish community of the Quad Cities including contributions in the arts, business and much more. Artifacts and stories from the local Jewish population paint a picture of religious and everyday life and a sense of how we can relate with our neighbors throughout their history in the Quad Cities.
Sponsors: Jewish Federation of the Quad Cities, Rauch Family Foundation II, Illinois Humanities and Humanities Iowa

This program is supported by Humanities Iowa, Illinois Humanities, the Illinois General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Humanities. The views and opinions expressed by this program do not necessarily reflect those of the supporting agencies.

1717 W 12th St. | Davenport, IA | 563.324.1933 | Putnam.org

09 Oct 2015

Grassley Weekly Video Address - Oct 8, 2015

By Grassley Press

Video can be found here.

Judiciary Committee Field Hearing to Discuss the Ongoing Fight against Meth

I'm hosting a Senate Judiciary Committee field hearing in Des Moines to discuss the ongoing fight against methamphetamine in Iowa.

During my 99 county meetings I often hear from constituents and law enforcement officials about how severe the meth problem is in Iowa.

Some state and federal laws have helped to limit meth production in our state.

But, now Mexican drug cartels are apparently stepping in to eliminate the gains we've made in the fight against meth.

This hearing is designed to learn about current trends concerning meth use and distribution in Iowa, bring awareness to the issue, and find out if there are ways the federal government can help address the problem.

At the hearing, we'll hear from witnesses on the front lines in the battle against meth abuse.

In addition, to help us gain a full understanding of the problem, Iowans can submit written testimony for the hearing record.

The hearing is open to the public and will take place Tuesday, October 13, at 10 a.m. in the auditorium of the State Historical Building.
09 Oct 2015

USDA Deputy Secretary Harden Announces $17 Million to Support America's Beginning Farmers and Ranchers

By Angela Orr

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Aims to Develop a Strong, Diverse Next Generation of American Farmers; Supports Efforts to Bring Veterans and Socially Disadvantaged Entrepreneurs into Farming and Ranching

UPDATED RELEASE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2015 - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced more than $17 million in grants for organizations that will develop training and provide other resources for beginning farmers and ranchers across the nation. The awards are made through the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program, which is administered by USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).

"When new farmers and ranchers start their operations, the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program can help them implement tested strategies and new ideas that in turn benefit all of us by reducing food insecurity, growing economic opportunities, and building communities," said Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden. "Today, we are partnering with organizations who recognize that an investment in our beginning farmers and ranchers is also an investment in our future."

The Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program was first established by the 2008 Farm Bill and was continued in the 2014 Farm Bill. The program provides support to those who have farmed or ranched for less than 10 years. NIFA awards grants to organizations throughout the United States that implement programs to train beginning farmers and ranchers, which may take place through workshops, educational teams, training, or technical assistance.

The 2014 Farm Bill mandated that at least five percent of BFRDP funding must support veterans and socially disadvantaged farmers. This year, 10 percent of the funding supports veterans and farming, while about 50 percent of the funding will serve socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers.

Since 2009, 184 awards have been made for more than $90 million through the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. These awards are part of USDA's deep commitment to empowering beginning farmers and ranchers across America.

Fiscal year 2015 grants include :

  • Auburn University, Auburn, Ala., $711,213
  • Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, Ala., $459,914
  • University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Ark., $681,459
  • Farmer Veteran Coalition, Davis, Calif., $712,500
  • Planting Justice, Oakland, Calif., $708,700
  • American Farmland Trust, Washington, D.C., $669,796
  • Hmong National Development, Washington, D.C., $711,623
  • University of Idaho, Moscow, Idaho, $506,122
  • Chicago Horticultural Society, Chicago, Ill., $712,500
  • Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, $698,393
  • Kentucky State University, Frankfort, Ky., $493,467
  • Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association, Unity, Maine, $709,713
  • World Farmers, Inc., Lancaster, Mass., $711,562
  • The Greening of Detroit, Detroit, Mich., $100,000
  • Hmong American Farmers Association, St. Paul, Minn., $712,500
  • Mississippi Delta Council for Farm Workers Opportunities, Inc., Clarksdale, Miss., $681,628
  • Winston County Self Help Cooperative, Jackson, Miss., $538,271
  • Legal Aid of Nebraska, Omaha, Neb., $654,902
  • Land for Good, Inc., Keene, N.H., $641,222
  • Rutgers University, New Brunswick, N.J., $460,170
  • Center of Southwest Culture, Inc., Albuquerque, N.M., $100,000
  • Hawthorne Valley Association, Ghent, N.Y., $693,918
  • Dakota Rural Action, Brookings, S.D., $225,079
  • South Dakota State University, Brookings, S.D., $706,907
  • University of Texas - Pan American, Edinburg, Texas, $712,500
  • Arcadia Food, Inc., Alexandria, Va., $100,000
  • Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va., $656,903
  • University of Vermont, Burlington, Vt., $720,989
  • Organic Seed Alliance, Port Townsend, Wash., $251,237
  • Tri-State Local Foods, Inc., Huntington, W.V., $100,000
  • Easter Seals Wisconsin, Inc., Madison, Wisc., $496,914
  • Southwest Badger Resource Conservation & Development Council, Platteville, Wisc., $219,274
  • University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisc., $187,379
  • Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service, Spring Valley, Wisc., $310,419

Information on past awards can be found on the NIFA website.

Funding for the BFRDP program is authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill. The Farm Bill builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful reform and billions of dollars in savings for taxpayers. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure, housing and community facilities to help improve quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit the Farm Bill page on the USDA website.

More information about USDA support for new farmers and ranchers is available on the New Farmers page on the USDA website.

NIFA invests in and advances agricultural research, education, and extension and seeks to make transformative discoveries that solve societal challenges. To learn more about NIFA's impact on agricultural science, visit nifa.usda.gov/impacts or follow us on Twitter @usda_nifa using hashtag #NIFAImpacts.

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09 Oct 2015

You're Invited to QC Interfaith's 7th Annual Fundraising Breakfast! "Building a Beloved Community" Thursday, November 12, 2015 7:30 - 8:30 am

By Quad Cities Interfaith

On Thursday, November 12th Quad Cities Interfaith will host its 7th Annual Individual Donor Breakfast from 7:30am to 8:30am in the Rogalski Center Ballroom at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa.

This year's theme is "Building A Beloved Community". Our guest speaker is Rev T. Ray McJunkins, pastor at Union Baptist Church, Springfield, Illinois and President of Gamaliel of Illinois. This one hour event will highlight the work of Quad Cities Interfaith and ask our Quad cities Community for support.

There is no cost to attend the breakfast but attendees will be asked to make a financial donation in support of  the organization. This breakfast is our largest fundraiser of the year and we need community support now more than ever! To reserve your spot, call 563-322-4910 or register at qcinterfaith@gmail.com.

Show Your Support for QCI With An AD in our 2015-16 Ad book!  And as you know, our work requires money and each November QCI asks the community for support at our fundraising breakfast.  At the breakfast we share our successes for the year, and ask for support in the development of local leaders and to continue the work of justice.  Each year we offer our breakfast guests an ad book.  The ad book serves as a community report, and is used not only at the breakfast but throughout the year. Its distributed to local congregations, funders , community partners, and at all of our actions and functions.  The ad book/annual report is also uploaded in pdf form to our website, so those who visit the site can see your ad. This past year, nearly 400 copies of the annual report have been distributed locally.  Please contact Rachael at QCI to take out ad ad. Ads are due October 30.

09 Oct 2015

Over 70 Democratic Lawmakers Voted to Limit Collective Bargaining Requirements

By Lyndsey Walters

-- House and Senate Democratic Leadership Repeatedly Supported Collective Bargaining Changes -- 

 

Governor Rauner yesterday delivered remarks explaining how reforming collective bargaining is a bi-partisan idea and would save taxpayers billions. In fact, many Democrats, including the House Speaker and House Majority Leader as well as the Senate President and Senate Majority Leader, have voted in recent years to limit and remove collective bargaining requirements in an effort to save taxpayers money.

"Twice in the last four years, Illinois Democrats voted to reform collective bargaining, but now they are hiding behind it to try to force spending higher and raise taxes on the people of Illinois," Rauner spokesman Lance Trover said.  "The notion that collective bargaining is sacrosanct to the Democratic Party is nothing more than political gamesmanship to protect the status quo and hurt taxpayers."

 

SB 1 (Pension Reform of 2013)

Senate Democrats voting aye:

Biss, Cunningham, Harmon, Hunter, Jones, Landek, Martinez, McGuire, Morrison, Mulroe, Munoz, Raoul, Sandoval, Silverstein, Stadelman, Steans, Van Pelt, Mr. President

http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/votehistory/98/senate/09800SB0001_12032013_005000R.pdf

House Democrats voting aye:

Acevedo, Andrade, Arroyo, Bradley, Burke, D., Burke, K., Cassidy, Chapa LaVia, Conroy, Crespo, Currie, D'Amico, Davis, M., Drury, Dunkin, Evans, Feigenholtz, Fine, Flowers, Gabel, Harris, G., Hernandez, Hurley, Jones, Kifowit, Lang, Manley, McAsey, Mitchell, Moylan, Mussman, Nekritz, Sente, Soto, Tabares, Thapedi, Turner, Verschoore, Walsh, Welch, Williams, Willis, Yingling, Zalewski, Mr. Speaker

http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/votehistory/98/house/09800SB0001_12032013_006000R.pdf

 

SB 7 (Labor Reform of 2011)

Senate Democrats voting aye:

Biss (House), Clayborne, Collins, Cunningham (House), Delgado, Forby, Haine, Harmon, Holmes, Hunter, Hutchinson, Jones, Koehler, Landek, Lightford, Martinez, Mulroe, Munoz, Noland, Raoul, Sandoval, Steans, Sullivan, Trotter, Mr. President

http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/votehistory/97/senate/09700SB0007_04152011_059000T.pdf

House Democrats voting aye:

Acevedo, Arroyo, Beiser, Bradley, Burke, D., Burke, K., Chapa LaVia, Crespo, Currie, D'Amico, Davis, W., DeLuca, Dunkin, Feigenholtz, Flowers, Ford, Franks, Gabel, Gordon, Harris, G., Hernandez, Jackson, Jones, Lang, Lilly, Mautino, Mayfield, McAsey, Mussman, Nekritz, Phelps, Rita, Sente, Soto, Thapedi, Turner, Verschoore, Williams, Zalewski, Mr. Speaker

http://www.ilga.gov/legislation/votehistory/97/house/09700SB0007_05122011_002000T.pdf

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09 Oct 2015

Rebecca Ness honored with Fred Foreman Scholarship for Growth in Leadership Participation

By Carole Custer

AMES, IA (10/08/2015)(readMedia)-- Rebecca Ness, of Muscatine, IA (52761) was selected as one of sixty College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) students to receive the Foreman Scholarship.

Ness, a student in Agricultural Business at Iowa State University, was selected for a combination of classroom performance and out-of-class leadership and volunteerism. The Fred Foreman scholarship is awarded to top students who serve the college by acting as peer mentors, club officers and representing the college on competitive teams with a preference for students in activities that assist in recruiting prospective students.

The Foreman Scholarship is renewable and can be received by students a maximum of three times to encourage continued participation. In addition, the scholarship features fifty-five $1,000 awards and five $5,000 awards, with top performing student leaders competing for the top five awards.

All Foreman Scholarship recipients are invited to be recognized at an annual dinner where they have the opportunity to meet with the family who funds the award. The students dine with Endowed Dean Wendy Wintersteen, the donors, CALS faculty and staff, and the other recipients of the award. In addition, speeches are offered by students, faculty and alumni paying tribute to the group's accomplishments and how they exemplify the values of the late Animal Science professor, Dr. Fred Foreman.

09 Oct 2015

LOCAL EMPLOYEES TO NOMINATE THEIR BOSSES TO WIN A CATERED MEAL FROM FAZOLI'S

By Rick Martin

FAZOLI'S HELPS OFFICES CELEBRATE NATIONAL BOSS'S DAY

America's largest Italian fast-casual chain to recognize outstanding bosses on Oct.16

 

LEXINGTON, Ky. - (October 7, 2015) - Fazoli's, America's largest Italian fast-casual chain, makes celebrating National Boss's Day, Friday, October 16, easy by offering a complimentary meal for bosses and the opportunity to win a free catered lunch for their entire office–a Best Boss Bash!

Bosses will receive a free lunch special at participating locations when they bring two employees to dine in the restaurant on October 16 from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Bosses will need to declare "I'm the Boss!" to get the deal.

Additionally, Fazoli's will select 10 exceptional leaders from participating markets to receive a Best Boss Bash at their workplace. The winners will be selected from nominations submitted by their employees. Bosses who display outstanding leadership characteristics, promote a positive work environment, encourage collaboration and invite expansive thinking are suitable candidates for the prize.

"A great way to celebrate National Boss's Day is to treat them to a delicious lunch," said Jon Quinn, vice president of marketing at Fazoli's. "With our premium menu of freshly prepared Italian entrées and expanded $5 Lunch hours, there is something for everyone to enjoy."

To register for a chance to win a Best Boss Bash, employees will need to visit Fazoli's Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Fazolis, to fill out a Best Boss nomination form. Winners will be announced by October 31.

Fazoli's is proud to offer its signature $5 Lunch special Monday-Friday, 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Dine-in guests can choose any two half-portions of pasta, a slice of pizza or a side salad, as well as a drink, for only $5.

National Boss's Day began in 1958 when Patricia Bays Haroski registered the holiday with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and has since evolved into an international celebration. The holiday was created with the goal of strengthening the relationship between the employer and employee.

 

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.
09 Oct 2015

Grassley, Feinstein Praise Senate Passage of Bill to Fight Transnational Drug Trafficking

By Grassley Press

WASHINGTON - Sen. Chuck Grassley of Iowa, Chairman of the Judiciary Committee and the Caucus on International Narcotics Control, and Sen. Dianne Feinstein, Co-chairman of the Caucus on International Narcotics Control, today praised Senate passage of their bill to help combat transnational drug trafficking.  The Senate passed the bill last night by unanimous consent.  The House of Representatives would need to act before the bill would reach the White House.

"Since drug cartels are continually evolving, this legislation ensures that our criminal laws keep pace," Grassley said. "The bill closes a loophole abused by drug traffickers who intend for drugs to end up in the United States but supply them through an intermediary.  The Justice Department needs every legal tool to help crack down on those who ship these substances over the border into our country."

"International drug traffickers continue to find new ways to circumvent our laws," Feinstein said.  "To reduce the flow of drugs into the United States, the federal government needs the legal authority to aggressively pursue transnational criminal organizations and drug kingpins in their home countries. This bill gives law enforcement the authority they need to go after these criminals."

Grassley and Feinstein introduced the Transnational Drug Trafficking Act in January.  The bill, which passed the Senate unanimously in the 112th and 113th Congresses, would provide the Department of Justice with new tools to prosecute international drug traffickers in foreign countries.  In particular, it would help the department build extradition cases on drug kingpins from the Andean region, which includes Colombia and Peru.  Kingpins from these countries often use Mexican drug trafficking organizations as intermediaries to ship illegal narcotics to the United States.

The bill also would help the Department of Justice combat the international trafficking of methamphetamine, which is increasingly being trafficked from Mexico into the United States.  Grassley is convening a Judiciary Committee field hearing on the meth problem in Iowa on Tuesday.

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09 Oct 2015

Noon Program: "Linden Hill", Little Falls, MN: Home of Drew Musser and Charles Weyerhaeuser

By Rick Martin

Speakers: Karen and Denis Dolan, Volunteers with Linden Hill

In the Music Room at the Muscatine Art Center

Thursday, October 22, 2015 from Noon to 1 p.m.

FREE ADMISSION

Built in 1898, the neighboring homes of Charles A. Weyerhaeuser and Richard "Drew" Musser are physical reminders of the "Lumber Era" in Minnesota. Linden Hill volunteers, Karen and Denis Dolan, will present on the homes which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The nine-acre estate, including both homes, was used by the Musser family until 20 years ago, and is now an event center run by the non-profit Friends of Linden Hill. The group host weddings, receptions, teas, retreats, Christmas tours, and other special occasions throughout the year. Visitors can even stay overnight in the bedrooms in the beautiful Musser mansion.

Laura Musser McColm frequently visited her brother Drew and his family at Linden Hill. Her journal describes family gatherings in Minnesota: "Wednesday, January 1, 1936 - A very pleasant day in my brother's home. Mary & "Lotsie" at home for the holidays. Sarah dear, so kind to me and Drew such a wonderful brother make me feel very much at home and I do love to be with them.... Sarah & Drew had twenty people in to welcome the New Year.  We had a jolly time."

The Musser family began calling the estate "Linden Hill" in the 1920s, because of the many linden, or basswood, trees on the property. One of the Linden Hill homes - the white Musser Mansion - had been virtually closed off after Drew Musser's death in 1958. When it was reopened decades later, his toothbrush and razor were still in place in the bathroom as if still waiting for Mr. Musser's return. Most of the furniture and furnishings remain intact and undamaged, making it a living example of life for the upper class in the area during the early 20th century.

The program on October 22nd is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. Please contact Melanie Alexander, Director, with any questions or concerns at 563-263-8282 or by email at malexander@muscatineiowa.gov.

The Muscatine Art Center is located at 1314 Mulberry Avenue in Muscatine, Iowa. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday evenings until 7:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Visit www.muscatineartcenter.org for more information about programs and events and to download a class brochure.
09 Oct 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 10/09/2015

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

CHAMBER NETWORKING

October 13th - Bierstube, LeClaire - Lunch, noon. Everyone Welcome!

 

RIBBON CUTTING!

November 6th- LeClaire River Retreat Guest Condo - Time tbd. - 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

October 1st-31st - Food for Fines: It's back! LeClaire Community Library will take food donations to pay off late fees/fines for all of October. All donations will benefit the Hope Church Food Pantry. For a full list of acceptable donations, and for more information, please visit the www.leclaire.lib.ia.us or contact Library Director Jillian Aschliman at jaschliman@leclaireiowa.gov or (563)289-4242, ext. 4

 

October 10th - Cars & Coffee in LeClaire - 9-11a.m. Last gathering of the season! Bring your favorite ride and join them on the beautiful riverfront in LeClaire for an "all are welcome" social gathering.

October 11th - Apple Fest on the River 11a.m.-4p.m. Fun, family event that features apples, apple cider and a variety of homemade food items including pie, strudel, scones, and cupcakes. Huge truckload of pumpkins and gourds. Vendors include kettle corn, wide variety of unique craft and gift items. The LeClaire Lions Club will be selling Chili, Brats, Hot Dogs, Chili Dogs, and Pork Chop Sandwiches. The QC Antique Car Club will be displaying their cars, and there will be a "Kids Only" area for a small fee that includes face painting, beanbag toss, other children's games, and a jump house. Specialty items related to Apple Fest will be available at downtown businesses along with wonderful fall shopping, dining, and touring. For more information, contact boehlb@hotmail.com.

October 11th - Wide River Winery - Live Music for Apple Fest Jordan Danielsen 2-5pm

 

October 11th - Dogtoberfest at Bierstube 2-5:30pm Free doggy bags to the first 150 dogs. Raffle items, auction, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Proceeds go to Crow Creek Dog Park. Free admission. 563-289-2121.

 

October 12th - Tourism Brainstorming Session 5:30-7:30pm at Holiday Inn Express, 1201 Canal Shore Drive. Snacks will be served. Residents, business owners, and volunteers are invited to attend this brainstorming session designed to help the Tourism Board and LeClaire Marketing Alliance determine its marketing priorities for the future and a course of action to keep LeClaire's momentum moving forward. Contact Cindy at info@visitleclaire.com for more information.

 

October 13th - Chamber Networking - Bierstube lunch, noon. Everyone Welcome!

October 14th - Bible Study at Jones St. Java House, 204 Jones St., LeClaire. 6:30-8p.m. The public is invited to join a free, 6-week course on "How to Study the Bible." Rev. Dr. Kerrin Kirkpatrick of Asbury United Methodist Church will lead the study on Wednesday nights from Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 2015. Please bring your Bible (or one will be provided) and invite a friend. All are welcome! Information: contact Pastor Kerrin at 563-355-5218, ext. 204

October 15th - LeClaire Community Library - TAG:  Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm. All are welcome, and don't forget?your attendance earns you Service Learning Hours!

October 17th - Blue Iguana Celebrates National Sweetest Day! We'll have a special desert on the menu. Bring your sweetest in for a special treat.

October 17th - Trivia Night in LeClaire at the LeClaire Civic Center (127 S. Cody Road) benefits the Buffalo Bill Museum.  Tables of 8; $10 per person. Mulligans and refreshments are available for purchase. Participants may bring snacks, wine, beer and soft drinks. Doors open at 6:30pm; Trivia starts at 7pm. Door prizes; 50-50 raffle. For reservations, call: 563-349-4403 or email smith5grand@gmail.com

October 19th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall - 8a.m.

October 24th - Annual Witch's Walk Free Family Fun on the Levee! Registration for the Witches' Walk & Costume Parade begins at 11:30am. Parade starts at 1pm. Rain date October 31st. Businesses are invited to hand out candy, create photo opportunities for families (use #witcheswalk2015 and #yourbusiness), give financial support for prizes and activities. To donate candy, prizes or for activities, or to volunteer, contact April, 920-287-8851, or Jenna, 717-580-1101.

October 24th - Blue Iguana - Witches Walk - Stop by for a special treat!

October 30th - Snow Masonic Lodge #44 will be Recognizing and Honoring Le Claire's Firefighters and Police Officers at a dinner beginning 6:30 pm in our lodge dining room at 113 S. Cody Road.  Public is invited.  Cost is $7.00 for dinner which will include ham, au gratin potatoes, green beans, rolls, dessert and a beverage.

SAVE THE DATE

November 1st - Blue Iguana - Day of the Dead Celebration!

 

December 4th-6th - Christmas in LeClaire!

 

FYI

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!

Bible Study at Jones St. Java House, 204 Jones St., LeClaire. 6:30-8p.m. The public is invited to join a free, 6-week course on "How to Study the Bible." Rev. Dr. Kerrin Kirkpatrick of Asbury United Methodist Church will lead the study on Wednesday nights from Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 2015. Please bring your Bible (or one will be provided) and invite a friend. All are welcome! Information: contact Pastor Kerrin at 563-355-5218, ext. 204.

Unique Recycled Creations & Gifts - now retailers for American Paint Company. We carry quarts, pints and samples of the chalk, clay and mineral based paint, plus waxes, top coat finish, American grit, MICA , glaze and brushes, so basically the whole line, plus their new line of paint that just came out this week, The Bold and beautiful collection.

Isabel Bloom - Stop by to see the wonderful sculpture designs we have in-store for home decorating, Halloween and gift-giving! Best of all, our Gourds and Pumpkins will last for years to come! Don't forget about our spooktacular Ghosts, Bats and Skulls - bound to be your seasonal favorites! If you haven't shopped Isabel Bloom lately, you don't know what you are missing!

Faithful Pilot On-Going Events · Mondays - Half Priced Martinis · Tuesdays - $5 House Made Margaritas, $3 Guacamole, and $3 Street Tacos · Wednesday - Half Priced Bottle of Wine Night with Chef prepared feature share plates and Live music from 6-8pm. · Saturday - Saturday Brunch 11am-2pm

LeClaire Community Library - TAG:  Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm. All are welcome, and don't forget?your attendance earns you Service Learning Hours!

 

Steventon's has Prime Rib on the first Saturday of each month.

Bierstube of LeClaire would like to offer all LeClaire Business Employees 10% food items!  Voted #1 Rueben in the QC!  We make our own sausages! Check out our daily specials and lunch features! New late night menu, Fri-Sat, 9pm to midnight!

 

Reusable Usables - Every Sunday at 1:30 RU features "Re-purposed Sunday Art" with a new re-purposed project each week!

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

Habitat for Humanity, which builds homes for families in need, will hold their 10th Anniversary Mr/Ms Habitat fundraiser on Saturday, October 10, at 5:30 p.m. at St. Ambrose University Rogalski Center. Chamber member, Kathy Anderson, asks that you consider getting involved. You can help by donating items for a LeClaire Basket for the silent auction, sponsoring a table or attending the event. Tickets are $50 per person or $500 for a table of eight person. Please contact Kathy by September 28 at 563-650-8137 or 563-289-1487 or andersonkathleenm@sau.edu to donate items for the LeClaire Basket and she will be happy to pick them up.  To purchase tickets for the event, contact Dougal Nelson at 563-359-9066 or dougal.nelson@habitatqc.org.

The Ascentra Credit Union Scholarship Competition announces another round of scholarships for area students.  A total of $10,000 in scholarships are made available to Ascentra members planning to further their education starting the 2016 - 2017 school year.   The ten scholarships will be awarded to students as follows: Five $1,000 scholarships for high school students planning to enter college. Five $1,000 scholarships for members age 19 or over, considered non-traditional or continuing education students. The scholarship entrants will be judged on a 500 word essay on the topic, "How do you plan on using your education to improve your community?"  All entries are judged on their essay, resume, awards, extracurricular activities, volunteer services and work experience.  Deadline for the Ascentra Scholarship Competition is March 1, 2016.  Applications and official rules may be picked up at any of our branches or found online at www.ascentra.org/scholarships. There members can find information on other scholarships.

Milestones Area Agency, which serves meals to the elderly at the First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire and delivers meals to homebound seniors, is looking for someone to help deliver meals on Mondays, from 11 am to 12 noon. You would receive training in August and begin in September. This is a quick job that is deeply appreciated by those receiving the meals and their families. Could you help two or more Mondays a month? If so, call Heide at 563-289-3646.

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!

October 10th - Cars and Coffee in LeClaire - LeClaire Levee

October 11th - LeClaire Apple Fest - 11am to 4pm on the LeClaire Levee.

October 24th - Witch's Walk (rain date October 31st)

November 28th - Small Business Saturday

December 4th-6th - Christmas in LeClaire

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

October 13th - Bierstube - Lunch - noon

November 10th - Riverview Roadhouse - Lunch - noon

December 8th - Subway, LeClaire - Lunch - noon

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