12 May 2015

2015 WQPT Writers Contest Winners Announced

By Lora Adams

MOLINE, IL – WQPT received more than 310 stories from students in kindergarten through third grade for the annual PBS Kids Go Writers Contest. Educators and contest sponsors selected 16 winners (four from each grade). The winners and their families will be honored and awarded prizes at Deere-Wiman House at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 17.

"We are thrilled that so many teachers and parents encouraged their young authors and illustrators to participate," said Esther Smith, educational outreach WQPT.

Winners (for each grade level) are listed below.

Kindergarten

First Place, "Zoo Animals" by Josie Schlicksup, LeClaire (IA), Bridgeview Elementary School, LeClaire (IA)

Second Place, "The Lost Dog," by Kalie Tessen, Bettendorf (IA), Riverdale Heights Elementary School, Bettendorf (IA)

Third Place, "My T-Rexy," by Mahmood Baig, Bettendorf (IA), individual entry

Honorable Mention, "Teagan`s Greatest Dream," Teagan Dennis, Moline (IL), homeschooled

First Grade

First Place, "Could You Catch the Rainbow," Shalini Chandupatla, Bettendorf (IA), Hopewell Elementary School, Bettendorf (IA)

Second Place, "Daisy," by Madison Southwick, Bettendorf (IA), Rivermont Collegiate, Davenport (IA)

Third Place, "Pandy Visits the Rain Forest," Hunter Morrow, Davenport (IA), Harrison Elementary School, Davenport, Iowa

Honorable Mention, "How Jupiter Lost and Found Its Great Red Storm," Maya Boehle, Moline, Illinois, Washington Elementary School, Moline (IL)

Second Grade

First Place, "My Baby Brother," Tanya Rastogi, Bettendorf (IA), Riverdale Heights Elementary School, Bettendorf (IA)

Second Place, "Ruby," Camryn Veltrop, Morrison (IL), Northside Elementary School, Morrison (IL)

Third Place, "Jack`s Birthday Party," Kamiya Hill, Rock Island (IL), Longfellow Liberal Arts Academy, Rock Island (IL)

Honorable Mention, "My Horrible Trip to Indonesia," Dillon Baker, Moline (IL), Washington Elementary, Moline (IL)

Third Grade

First Place, "Together Again," Gianna Schwartz, Bettendorf (IA), Paul Norton Elementary School, Bettendorf (IA)

Second Place, "The Weird Chick," Alexa McDaniel, Eldridge (IA), Alan Shephard Elementary, Eldridge (IA)

Third Place, "Super Dog," McKenzie Mueller, Dixon (IL), St. Mary`s School, Dixon (IL)

Honorable Mention, "My Job is Best," Drew Eller, Eldridge (IA), Alan Shephard Elementary, Eldridge (IA)

All the entries will be returned, along with a certificate from PBS. Stories will be displayed at the Butterworth Center from May 19-29; Figge Art Museum from May 30 -June 13; and Family Museum from June 14-28.

The contest is supported by WQPT-Quad Cities PBS, the Butterworth Center, Deere-Wiman House, Family Museum in Bettendorf, Figge Art Museum and the Midwest Writing Center.

WQPT is a media service of Western Illinois University - Quad Cities.

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12 May 2015

Come enjoy a PAWSITIVELY good time!!

By Davenport Parks & Recreation
Join us Saturday, May 16 from 2-5pm for Davenport Parks and Recreation's Paws and Pals event!

The Centennial Dog Park is hosting an afternoon, featuring a 2.5 mile fun walk at 2pm, vendor booths, and more!

All proceeds benefit local animal rescue organizations.
Visit www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/parks for more information!
12 May 2015

Nova Singers Out Of The Ordinary Concert

By Nova Singers

Nova Singers Presents:

 

"Out of the Ordinary- Kicking Off the 30th Anniversary"

 

Nova Singers and friends will present an "Out of the Ordinary" concert on Sunday, June 14, at 4:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 1600- 20th Street, Rock Island, Illinois. In honor of Nova Singer's upcoming 30th Anniversary Season, every 30th purchaser of a ticket will receive a complimentary coupon good for free admission to Nova Singer's first concert performances of the 2015-16 season, on October 10-11.

At the "Out of the Ordinary" concert, members of the Nova Singers ensemble and other area singers will perform songs from Broadway musicals, Irish and English folk tunes, handbell and cello solos, piano duets, American art songs and contemporary Christian songs.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors and students are free. Tickets are available at the door or may be purchased in advance online at www.novasingers.com. Tickets purchased online may be picked up at the door and will be counted toward the 30th Anniversary Season giveaway.

This special event is an annual fundraiser supporting Nova Singers, a 20-voice chamber choir led by founder and artistic director, Dr. Laura L. Lane.

The 30th Anniversary concerts will include :

  • Encore! Audience Favorites! (October 10-11). Featuring past season favorites, a Nova Alumni singalong and Project Sing! with area students.
  • A Nova Christmas (December 18-19). The area's favorite holiday concert.
  • The World Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass (February 13-14). Joining Nova Singers -- the professional bluegrass group Monroe Crossing!
  • Voices of the Prairie (April 9-10). Music of and about the Prairie Midwest, including poetry of Carl Sandburg, in a first-ever fine arts collaboration with Midwest Paint Group & The Figge Art Museum
For more information, please contact Nova Singers at nova@knox.edu. For information about recordings or upcoming season events, contact 309-341-7038, www.novasingers.com or visit the Nova Singers Facebook page.
12 May 2015

Quad Cities Comic Book Convention

By Alan Morton

The Quad Cities Comic Book Convention will be held on Saturday May 30 at the Ramada Inn in Bettendorf, IA. The Ramada Inn is located at 3020 Utica Rd (I-74 @ Kimberly Rd / Spruce Hills Dr, IA Exit 2). It will be open to the public from 10 AM to 4 PM and admission for the public is free.

Dealers from three states specializing in comic books new and old, toys and related. Or if you have old comics lying around that you no longer want bring them by dealers are buying. For further information contact Alan at (309) 657-1599 or visit www.epguides.com/comics.

12 May 2015

HON. LANE EVANS PATRIOT SEATS UP FOR BEST IN MILB

By Marco LaNave
Fans can use link at RiverBandits.com to vote in the online contest until May 21
DAVENPORT, Iowa (May 8, 2015) - The views of Modern Woodmen Park are among the most picturesque in all of baseball, and in a new online contest that will decide the "Best Seat in the House" across all of Minor League Baseball, fans can cast their vote at riverbandits.com for the R.I.A. Federal Credit Union Hon. Lane Evans Patriot Seats at Modern Woodmen Park.
Named in honor of the late 12-term Congressman from Illinois' 17th District, Lane Evans - a veteran who was an outstanding advocate for all veterans - are three seats and two wheelchair spaces at the top of Section 5. These seats are reserved for disabled veterans and their families, and the River Bandits partner with the Rock Island Arsenal to choose a deserving family for each home game. Fans seated here can see the Ferris wheel and Mississippi River beyond center field. This season, a new granite countertop was put in front of the wheelchair space of the Patriot Seats location.
"The  Lane Evans Patriots Seats were added to recognize the many people who bravely serve our nation and families, as well as the contribution of the great Lane Evans to the Quad Cities region and our country," said River Bandits owner Dave Heller. "We encourage our fans and those across the country to vote on riverbandits.com for the R.I.A. Federal Credit Union Honorable Lane Evans Patriots Seats."
In recent seasons, fans across the baseball world have recognized the River Bandits and Modern Woodmen Park. The ballpark was voted the Best Minor League Ballpark in a fan vote by USA TODAY and 10Best.com, the River Bandits' home cap was voted the best in all of Class-A baseball, and the team's name was voted as one of the top eight in all of Minor League Baseball in a Sporting News contest.
Voting for the "Best Seat in the House" will end on Thursday, May 21, and the winner will be announced on that date. There is no limit on the number of votes cast per day.
Fan Submission Contest
As an added element to the contest on MiLB.com, fans will be able to enter a "Best Seat in the House" Fan Contest by tweeting or posting to Instagram a photo from their seat location from May 7-13. Fans should tweet @MiLB and include the hashtag "#MiLBBestSeat". MiLB.com staff will pick the top 10 fan-submitted photos on May 14 and assign a custom hashtag to each.
The 10 fans selected will be able to gather votes for their photo by having friends, fans, and others in their social networks tweet their unique hashtag or use that hashtag in an Instagram comment or post. Voting for the best fan photo will also end on May 21.
The fan with the most votes will win a 2015 subscription to MiLB.TV and four tickets to a Minor League game. We will also randomly select three fans that vote via Twitter or Instagram and award MiLB.TV subscriptions.
12 May 2015

Look for Your Next Book on NoveList Plus and You Could Win a Kindle Paperwhite

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: Avid readers are always looking for the next good book, a new author to follow, or where a title falls in a long-running book series. Library reference staff are always happy to help, and now there's an additional tool available to Rock Island Library patrons - NoveList Plus.

Available on the Rock Island Library website, NoveList Plus is a comprehensive source of reading recommendations for both fiction and non-fiction, for all ages. To introduce readers to the resource, the Rock Island Public Library will award a Kindle Paperwhite to one lucky entrant who uses NoveList Plus between now and May 23.

To enter, simply use NoveList Plus to find a new book, series or author, and fill out an entry ticket at any Rock Island Library. Entries can also be emailed to RiLibRef@rigov.org. Email entries must contain the entrant's name, phone or email, zip code, year born, and a short note about how they used NoveList Plus. Patrons can enter anytime they use NoveList Plus, but all entries must be in by May 23.

To use NoveLIst Plus, log in with your Rock Island Library card at home, or use a public computer with your library card at any Rock Island location. And since there's a NoveList product for grades K-8, all ages can enter.

NoveList Plus is a one-stop shopping of expert reading recommendations, reviews, booklists, articles, and title, author, and series read-alikes for both print and audiobooks. As a web-based tool on www.rockislandlibrary.org, it's available anytime, even after library hours.

For more information about Rock Island Library services and programs, visit the library's online branch at www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-READ, or follow the library on Facebook or Twitter.

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12 May 2015

Smiddy Gathered Local Leaders, Parents and Teachers at Education Forum

By Paul Ferrero

HILLSDALE, Ill. - State Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, held a Community Education Forum on Monday, May 4 at Moline High School to have a conversation with parents, educators, administrators and the community about education policy in Illinois.

"I want to thank Superintendent Dr. Dave Moyer, Superintend Scott Kuffel, Tammy Muerhoff of the Regional Office of Education and all the administrators, teachers, parents and concerned citizens who joined me to share their views and keep up the work to make sure our children get the education they deserve," Smiddy said. "Our schools are threatened in Illinois today, and I'm encouraged to see that many people are willing to fight for our children's future."

The free, open forum meeting held at Moline High School featured Smiddy, Dr. Moyer, Superintendent of Moline-Coal Valley School District, Tammy Muerhoff of the Regional Office of Education and Scott Kuffel, Superintendent of Geneseo School District, who made brief presentations about state and local education issues, discussed current and threatened budget cuts, and fielded questions and comments from attendees.

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12 May 2015

Special Benefit with Dress for Success Quad Cities

By QC Theatre Workshop

LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE

by Nora Ephron and Delia Ephrom

A benefit performance with "Dress for Success Quad Cities"

May 15, 16, and 17

A special reception 1/2 hour before each performance!

Follow this link for reservations: http://qctheatreworkshop.org/current.html

11 May 2015

Smiddy Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week

By Paul Ferrero
HILLSDALE, Ill. - As another school year comes to a close, state Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, is encouraging residents to take a moment this week to thank local educators for their hard work and dedication in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week.
"Too often, the commitment and inspiration that educators instill in young people goes unnoticed in the hustle and bustle of daily life, and I ask everyone to show their appreciation this week for a teacher who's made an impact on their life," Smiddy said. "As the father of two young boys, I know how critical a quality education is to their success, and I'm thankful for the teachers that work each day to give children everywhere a great start."
Teacher Appreciation Week is recognized nationally during the first full week in May to highlight the devotion of educators as they equip students with the knowledge they'll need for the future. According to the National Education Association (NEA), Eleanor Roosevelt was the first to advocate for an official day celebrating the contributions of educators. In 1985, the NEA dedicated the entire first week of May to honoring teachers.  Highlighting his own appreciation and respect for their perspective, Smiddy hosted a Community Education Forum on May 4th to start a dialogue with educators, parents and administrators about the fight to preserve Illinois' great schools.
"As I talk with teachers at schools in my district, I'm struck by their dedication to helping students learn and succeed," Smiddy said. "To all the educators reading this, thank you for helping our children grow and inspiring them to be all they can be."
For more information or for ideas for thanking a teacher making a difference in your community, visit http://www.nea.org/grants/teacherday.html.
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11 May 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 05/08/2015

By Rick Martin

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday 05/08/2015

 

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

A Simpler Time - Old and New - Furniture and More Owner, Tammy Allen (formerly Primitive Cottage) 510 N. Cody Road, LeClaire.  Hrs: Monday -Closed, Tues & Thur -10-2, Wed.-Fri -Sat -10-5, Sunday 12-4. 563-289-1223

Kitzman Chiropractic and Acupuncture - Dr. Jay Kitzman - 1101 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. Dedicated to helping people regain and maintain control of their health through a holistic approach. 563-289-2166 http://www.kitzmanwellnesscenter.com/

Foxtail Hair Lounge - Owner, Holly Kitzman -1101 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. We believe in giving our customers the utmost care all the way down to smallest details. Services for men, women and children including haircare, facials and more. 563-289-2441 http://www.foxtailhairlounge.com/

CHAMBER NEWSLETTER

The June 2015 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be 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. No cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. If you would rather work with House of Print directly, send your ad to HouseofPrint@mchsi.com, and please copy LeClaireChamber@gmail.com Deadline Wednesday, May 13th, 5:00 p.m. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for SUMMER!

 

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENT

May 12th - Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill 5:30-7p.m. Everyone Welcome!

 

CALENDAR

May 8th - Trivia Night Fundraiser at Snow Lodge 44 113 S. Cody Rd. 6p.m. Venture Crew 212, a youth organization for 14-21 year olds based in LeClaire, is raising money for a mission trip to Lima, Peru to build houses for families who live in poverty surrounding this South American Mecca. Please join them for a General Knowledge but with a Hippie themed costume contest - just for the fun of it! There will be a silent auction, raffles, and door prizes. Snacks will be available for purchase, but you can bring your own, too. Doors open at 6pm; trivia starts at 6:30pm. $10 per person; 8 people per table. Please reserve your table today: Emily@hammersofiowa.com or crousefamily@windstream.net or 563-940-8923.

 

May 8th - Bierstube - Karaoke 9pm-1am. Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

May 9th - If you pre-ordered plants from The First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire,you can pick them up from 7:30-11:30 am. Plant Sale and Bake Sale, including egg rolls and chicken-fried rice. 7;30-11:30 am. 200 South 12th Street. Join us as we worship on Sunday, at 10 am!

 

May 10th - For Mother's Day - Isabel Bloom's new Garden Bloom Flowers! Available in pink, purple, green, turquoise and yellow! Or surprise Mom with their Angel with Roses or Bella - new designs that make a perfect addition to any home, patio or garden!

 

May 10th- Bierstube Mother's Day Brunch 7am- 1pm. Lunch menu at 11am

Adults (13+)- $13.95. 6-12 years old- $7.95. Kids 5 and under FREE. Bottomless mimosas available for $8 during breakfast!

 

May 10th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits Mother's Day Brunch - 10am & 12:30pm seating. Three courses for $35 per person. Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

 

May 10th - Steventon's - Mother's Day Brunch 10am.m-2p.m Please for reservations; 563-289-3600.

 

May 11th - 6 Week Outdoor Bootcamp at El Rio! Unlimited sessions throughout the week with a variety of workout formats starting May 11th.  Pre & Post assessments and pictures included. $49 for members and $99 for non-members.  Call or stop in and schedule with Lisa at "El Rio Spa & Wellness". 1000 Stagecoach Trail, 563-289-1344.

 

May 12th - Chamber Networking Event - Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill 5:30-7p.m. Everyone Welcome!

 

May 16th - Registration open for the 2015 LIVEFIT WITH LUPUS Race & Festival www.livefitwithlupus.org/ Click on 'Register Now' and select between the 1/2 Marathon, the new 10k race, the 5k or the Kids 1 Mile Fun Run! Sign up now to get the early bird rates.

 

May 16th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center 127 S. Cody Road. Doors open at 6:30pm; Trivia starts at 7pm. 8-person teams; $10 per person. Everyone will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Mulligans are 10 for $10. Each team may bring its own snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Proceeds to benefit the LeClaire 4H Clovers. Call Debbie at 563-349-4403 or email Smith5Grand@gmail.com to reserve a table.

 

May 16th - Sketch & Improv Comedy Show - Princeton Community Center - 7:30p.m. Adult humor - ages 18+ only. Pre-Party and Post-Party at Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill. Tickets $20 online www.princtonplayers.org

 

May 18th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall 8:00a.m.

 

May 22nd - Bierstube Karaoke 9pm-1am. Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

May 26th - An Afternoon of Euchre at the Princeton Community Center. Meet at 11:30 to order lunch from Go Fish! or just arrive by 12:45 for Euchre. Coffee and dessert provided. We play until 3:00p.m.  Bonnie Sparks-Gray 563-332-5951 for more information. Sponsored by Zion Lutheran Church and others.

 

SAVE THE DATE

 

June 5th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8p.m.

 

June 5th-6th - City Wide Garage Sales

Go to http://www.visitleclaire.com/garage_sale_signup.html by May 22 to list your garage sale. Garage Sale Guides will be available online at www.visitleclaire.com, at the LeClaire Information Center (122 N. Cody Road), LeClaire Community Library, and LeClaire City Hall by May 31st.

 

June 13th - Kid Picker's Flea Market More information to come. Rain date is June 14.

 

June 13th-21st - Buffalo Bill Museum is participating in Quad Cities' Museum Week. www.qcmuseumweek.com 199 N. Front Street, LeClaire, www.buffalobillmuseumleclaire.com Phone 563-289-5580.

 

June 12th - Bierstube - Karaoke 9pm-1am. Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

June 20th - All You Need Is Love Music Festival LeClaire Pavilion and several downtown businesses - Live Music and more!

 

June 21st - Bierstube Father's Day Brunch 7am- 1pm. Lunch menu at 11am

Adults (13+)- $13.95.  6-12 years old- $7.95. Kids 5 and under FREE

Bottomless mimosas available for $8 during breakfast!

 

June 26th - Bierstube - Karaoke 9pm-1am Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

June 27th - French Market Day

 

FYI

 

Bierstube New Summer Kitchen hours:

Sun- 7am-10pm

Mon-Thurs 1030am- 10pm

Also, our sausages to go for the Farmers Market are now 6 for $6 instead of a lb for $5.50.

 

Jones St. Java House has fresh, tasty wraps for lunch in addition to morning pastries, coffee, tea, and other beverages.

Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill Summer Dinner Specials have started! Monday: Burger Baskets Tuesday: Tacos - Wednesday: 50 cent Wings - Thursday: BBQ Ribs - All day Sunday: Jumbo Peel 'n Eat Shrimp

Princeton Community Center The fourth Wednesday of each month through October we will have An Afternoon of Euchre beginning around 12:30 p.m.  Anyone interested in lunch can meet at 11:30 a.m. and we will order from Go Fish (lunch is on their own) and have it delivered to the Center with Euchre to start after that. Zion Lutheran co-sponsors the event.  There will be coffee and dessert included.  There will be no fee to play, just enjoy a fun afternoon near the Mississippi.

 

Faithful Pilot - April, May, June, July, and August

Mondays - Half Priced Martini's

Tuesdays - Tequila Tuesday $5.00 unique, and interesting tequila cocktails for $5.00

Wednesday - Half Priced Bottle of Wine Night

Thursday - $1.00 Oysters & Buckets of Beer on the patio

Saturday - Saturday Brunch 11-2 - yes Brunch is back at The Pilot on Saturdays!

Sunday - reserved for wine tastings and private events.

 

Join Crane & Pelican Café every Thursday evening from 5-9pm for Sliders & Suds. For $10, you get three gourmet sliders with their house made chips, and for $5 you get three 8 oz. sample pours of beer!

 

The Ascentra Credit Union Foundation will host its first fundraising event with the Inaugural Paul Lensmeyer Golf Outing on Sept. 28, 2015 at the Rock Island Arsenal Golf Club. The event will include a four-person scramble, box lunch and awards reception following the golf outing. Register now by visiting following the golf outing link on the foundation website located at www.ascentra.org/foundation.  Following the link, people can register to golf and companies may also partake in special sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, please contact Event Coordinator Ally Herr at 563-344-2279 or email mktg@ascentra.org.

 

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. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month, 8a.m. at LeClaire City Hall.

 

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

 

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Wednesday evening program: Halftime! For kids, 5-11 years old. It's half way through the week - and it's a time of fun for the kids. We meet from 5:30-7pm, every Wednesday - there is school, through May 6. We serve dinner, play games, have a lesson and a craft. Have your child join us for a week or two to see what we are doing. We are located across from Bridgeview Elementary School, at 200 South 12th street. For more information, call Pastor Melody at 563-381-7777.

 

Pick up the new 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

 

Riverview Apartment for Rent - Downtown LeClaire. One Bedroom. $1250/month. Call 563-940-3742 for more information.

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. Description: 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!

May 16th - Cars & Coffee - LeClaire Levee

June 5th-6th - City Wide Garage Sales

June 13th - Kid Picker's Flea Market (rain date, June 14th)

June 20th - All You Need Is Love Music Festival

June 27th - French Market Day

Tug Fest - August 13-15

 

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

May 12th - Go Fish - Evening - 5:30-7p.m.

June 9th - Big Dave and Holly's - Lunch - noon

July 14th - Blue Iguana - Lunch - noon

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