03 Jul 2015

DYKXHOORN SHUTS OUT CHIEFS IN RAPID BIRTHDAY WIN

By Marco LaNave
Pitcher turning 21 goes career-high seven innings in club's fastest nine-inning game since at least 2004
DAVENPORT, Iowa (July 2, 2015) - Pitching on his 21st birthday, Quad Cities River Bandits right-hander Brock Dykxhoorn went a career-high seven innings, and left-hander Jordan Mills retired six straight batters to finish a 2-0 win over the Peoria Chiefs in one hour, 49 minutes - the shortest nine-inning game for Quad Cities since at least 2004 - in front of 6,982 at Modern Woodmen Park Thursday night.
A Goderich, Ontario, native, Dykxhoorn (5-3) made his final start before joining Team Canada for the 2015 Pan Am Games later this month in Toronto. Also one day after Canada Day, he allowed three hits and struck out three batters to help Quad Cities (5-3 second half, 50-26 overall) become the first Midwest League team to 50 wins this season.
While no pitcher walked a batter Thursday, the Chiefs (3-5, 36-40) managed three hits and one runner in scoring position the entire game, and it came in the first inning. Second baseman Darren Seferina led off against Dykxhoorn with a single to left field. Right fielder Nick Thompson and All-Star shortstop Oscar Mercado hit consecutive flyouts to right fielder Sean McMullen. With first baseman Alex De Leon batting, Seferina stole second base and went to third base when catcher Trent Woodward's throw went into center field. On the next pitch, De Leon flied out to center fielder Bobby Boyd to end the inning. Peoria did not move a runner past first base for the rest of the game.
Chiefs right-hander Matt Pearce (3-9) also stranded a River Bandit in scoring position in the bottom of the first inning. All-Star Jamie Ritchie hit a leadoff single to right field, and shortstop Alex Bregman reached on an infield single to third baseman Andrew Sohn. But Pearce struck out left fielder Jason Martin and got All-Star third baseman Nick Tanielu to ground into an inning-ending double play.
Pearce retired eight River Bandits in a row to keep the game scoreless until two outs in the third inning, when Ritchie hit his fourth home run of the season on a fly ball just in front of the Built Ford Tough Deck in right field for a 1-0 Quad Cities lead. The River Bandits added a run in the next inning. Tanielu hit a one-out double to right-center field, went to third base on designated hitter Ramon Laureano's flyout to center field and scored on right fielder Sean McMullen's line-drive single to right field to make it 2-0.
Pearce was charged with two earned runs on six hits while striking out four batters in 6 2/3 innings, but he lost his seventh straight start. Chiefs right-hander Kyle Grana retired all four batters he faced on groundouts in 1 1/3 relief innings.
By retiring three straight batters to end the first inning, Dykxhoorn began a stretch of retiring 15 Chiefs in order before Sohn led off the sixth inning with a single to left field. Dykxhoorn retired the next four batters before De Leon singled to center field with one out in the seventh inning. Dykxhoorn then got a flyout and fielder's choice to finish the frame. Prior to Thursday, Dykxhoorn's career-long outing was six innings, but he lasted seven on Thursday to extend his 11-inning scoreless streak against Peoria.
Mills began the eighth inning in relief of Dykxhoorn and set down all six batters he faced - including three on strikeouts - to earn his second save of the season. The shutout was the River Bandits' eighth this season, tying Bowling Green for the Midwest League high and marking the most for Quad Cities since it posted nine shutout victories in 2011.
The River Bandits conclude their homestand at 7 p.m. Friday at Modern Woodmen Park with the second game of a split-city, four-game series against Peoria. River Bandits right-hander Francis Martes (1-2) is scheduled to face Chiefs right-hander and former River Bandit Jhonny Polanco (1-1). The two teams will finish the series in Peoria on Saturday and Sunday.
UP NEXT: Gates open at 6 p.m. on S.J. Smith Night with a koozie giveaway for the first 1,000 fans. A 50-50 raffle will benefit the Quad Cities Sports Hall of Fame. Following the 7 p.m. game will be Friday Fireworks presented by Smart Toyota of Quad Cities, WLLR and WQAD. Individual tickets are on sale at the River Bandits box office and online at riverbandits.com. Ticket plans of 12 to 70 games - which include free parking, reserved seats, merchandise discounts, and guaranteed giveaways - are available by calling 563-324-3000.
03 Jul 2015

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS: REGISTER FOR XSTREAM CLEANUP TODAY!

By Brandy Walvaert

QUAD-CITIES–Xstream Cleanup, presented by Group O and Riverboat Development Authority, is seeking hundreds of volunteers to clean up about 35 sites in the Quad-Cities area on Saturday, August 8 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Cleanup sites are located in Bettendorf, Davenport and LeClaire, Iowa; and Hampton, Milan, Moline, Rock Island and Silvis, Illinois.

Volunteers can choose to participate in light-duty cleanup, heavy-duty cleanup, or removal of invasive plants and other vegetation. Removal of invasive plants continues to be an important part of the cleanup because these harmful species negatively affect water quality in the Quad-Cities and beyond.

No previous cleanup experience is necessary, and supplies will be provided. A parent or guardian must accompany volunteers under the age of 18.

In an effort to reduce waste from the event, cases of bottled water will not be provided at cleanup sites this year. Volunteers will receive a reusable, BPA-free water bottle as a token of gratitude for their efforts. Event-themed T-shirts will not be given away as in previous years.

Xstream Cleanup is made possible by generous support provided by the following: Group O, Riverboat Development Authority, Alcoa, Triumph Community Bank, Iowa American Water, Eastern Iowa Grain Inspection and Weighing Service, Rock Island County Waste Management Agency, Alter Metal Recycling, DHL Global Forwarding, McCarthy Bush Corporation, MidAmerican Energy, Quad City Conservation Alliance, Sears Seating, Wallace's Garden Center, Radish Magazine, and Midas Auto Systems Experts.

For more information or to register, visit www.xstreamcleanup.org.
03 Jul 2015

Smiddy Supports Temporary Budget for Vital Services

By Paul Ferrero
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - As families across the state face losing access to vital state services, state Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale, voted Wednesday to pass a one month budget extension that would have ensured children and seniors continue to receive vital support in July.
"As the governor continues to push the state toward a shutdown by refusing to negotiate on the budget, it is the working and middle class families that depend on state services that will suffer," Smiddy said. "This proposal will allow the critical aid that the elderly, the sick and thousands of working families depend upon to continue while I continue to work to find a responsible budget."
Smiddy voted to pass House Bill 4190 to fund critical services for one month. The bill extends $2.2 billion in state fund to pay for essential items including child care assistance, home services for seniors and those with developmental and physical disabilities and healthcare for veterans. The measure would also keep medical assistance programs for Illinois' poorest and most sick afloat.
"The children, seniors and veterans who will be left without the services they deserve are the real victims of the governor's insistence on a government shutdown," Smiddy said. "We cannot balance the state budget by cutting state services that save money in the long run and I am disappointed that many of my colleagues did not join me in standing up for hardworking men and women across the state."
House Bill 4190 failed to receive the required 71 votes to pass. Smiddy says he will continue working with members from both sides of the aisle, or any part of the state, who want to work together to find fiscally responsible solutions.
For more information, please contact Smiddy's full-time constituent service office at 309-848-9098.
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03 Jul 2015

Iowa State Fair Seeks "My State Fair" Stories

By Mindy Williamson

DES MOINES, IA (07/02/2015)(readMedia)-- We want to know what makes the Iowa State Fair special to you. Did you meet your spouse at the Iowa State Fair? Do you have an Iowa State Fair family tradition? Are there concerts you must see and food you must eat each year? Each experience at the Iowa State Fair is unique and the Iowa State Fair is looking for "My State Fair" stories like this :

Andrea Reece, a 26 year old from Southern Iowa, has been attending the Iowa State Fair for as long as she can remember. Along with thousands of other Fairgoers, Andrea's family, including her parents, sisters, aunts, uncles and cousins, spend the duration of the Fair camping in the Iowa State Fair campgrounds, a tradition they've treasured for decades.

"I remember my grandma making the trip every year on Older Iowan's Day to spend the day with her granddaughters," said Reece. "Some of the highlights of the day were seeing the butter cow, riding the big yellow slide and Ye Old Mill, eating at the pork tent, and buying taffy." During her grandmother's visit, Andrea and her family would also visit Grandfather's Barn to see the baby animals, catch part of the Bill Riley Talent Show and then cool off on a warm August day by playing water balloon wars against her sisters.

Every year Andrea also makes sure to walk through the Varied Industries Building and Shopper's Mart and eat some of her favorite foods such as cheese curds, a corn dog, chicken on a stick and the Cattlemen's Beef Headquarters. "The men in the family attend the tractor pulls every year which gives the women the day to do our 'shopping'. We also like to hit up a couple of free stage events, and Hairball is an annual concert that we attend."

Like Andrea, we know the Iowa State Fair is special to many people for many different reasons. We want to hear your "My State Fair" story. To share your story, visit our website at iowastatefair.org/shareyourstory. The deadline for submitting stories is July 24, 2015. Your story may be used by the Iowa State Fair for promotional purposes, but not without your written permission. Filming for the 2016 advertising campaign will take place during the 2015 Iowa State Fair, August 13-23.

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Frequently ranked as one of the top events in the country, the Iowa State Fair is the single largest event in the state of Iowa and one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country. Annually attracting more than a million people from all over the world, the Iowa State Fair located at East 30th and East University, just 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines is Iowa's greatest celebration with a salute to the best in agriculture, industry, entertainment and achievement. "Nothing Compares" to the 2015 Iowa State Fair, August 13-23, 2015. For more information, visit www.iowastatefair.org.

03 Jul 2015

Student named to Augustana College spring term Dean's List

By Sam Schlouch

ROCK ISLAND, IL (07/02/2015)(readMedia)-- Augustana College announced 892 students were named to the Dean's List for the 2015 spring term. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade-point average of 3.5 or higher on a four-point scale for courses taken during the term.

Travon Aldridge of Rock Island (61201)

April Anderson of Davenport (52807)

Kassandra Anderson of Silvis (61282)

Taylor Anderson of East Moline (61244)

Mourin Azar of Moline (61265)

Jessica Bacon of Rock Island (61201)

Liam Baldwin of Davenport (52807)

Jacob Barr of Moline (61265)

Adam Bengfort of Davenport (52807)

Mariah Benson of Rock Island (61201)

Allison Bjork of Moline (61265)

Emma Bowman of Moline (61265)

Conner Brown of Moline (61265)

Nicholas Clark of Moline (61265)

Brandee Cole of Davenport (52803)

Gabrielle Council of Moline (61265)

Rowan Crow of Coal Valley (61240)

Chelsea Crumbleholme of Moline (61265)

Michael Daniels of Geneseo (61254)

Jennifer Darby of Moline (61265)

Sarah English of Hillsdale (61257)

Mahvish Fatima of Moline (61265)

Omar Garcia-Martinez of Moline (61265)

Brenna German of Bettendorf (52722)

Lizandra Gomez-Ramirez of Rock Island (61201)

Zachary Gray of Moline (61265)

Hannah Griggs of Bettendorf (52722)

Emily Grooms of Coal Valley (61240)

Ryan Gruetzmacher of Coal Valley (61240)

Ryan Gruetzmacher of Coal Valley (61240)

Christine Harb of Davenport (52807)

Michael Hickey of Muscatine (52761)

Carli Hogan of Rock Island (61201)

Andrea Hult of Moline (61265)

Kristina Humphreys of Geneseo (61254)

Jens Hurty of Moline (61265)

Kayla Jackson of Rock Island (61201)

Jillian Jespersen of Rock Island (61201)

Amanda Johnson of Milan (61264)

Emily Johnson of East Moline (61244)

Alissa Jungjohann of Rock Island (61201)

Katherine Karstens of Moline (61265)

Hanan Kayali of Bettendorf (52722)

Alyssa Kendell of Davenport (52806)

Matthew Klyman of East Moline (61244)

Benjamin Knapper of Davenport (52806)

Rebecca Knapper of Davenport (52806)

Reed Kottke of Davenport (52801)

Elizabeth LaBotte of Moline (61265)

Katie Laschanzky of Muscatine (52761)

Jenna Lawrence of Moline (61265)

Ami Leichsenring of Moline (61265)

Makenzie Logan of Moline (61265)

Mariah Logan of Moline (61265)

Alexandra Madison of Milan (61264)

Samantha McGreer of Illinois City (61259)

Benjamin McKay of Rock Island (61201)

Jacob McManus of Reynolds (61279)

Brock McNinch of Moline (61265)

Irene Mekus of East Moline (61244)

Chelsea Mentado of Moline (61265)

Garrett Miner of Moline (61265)

Ryan Mueller of Taylor Ridge (61284)

Gloria Nevarez of Moline (61265)

Nicholas Niles of Rock Island (61201)

Benjamin Payne of Rock Island (61201)

Layne Porembski of Moline (61265)

Elyzia Powers of Silvis (61282)

Anish Reddy of Rock Island (61201)

Gabrielle Riordan of Davenport (52807)

Henry Roderick of Rock Island (61201)

Meagan Rotramel of Moline (61265)

Abigail Ryser of Moline (61265)

Keith Sands of Silvis (61282)

Ingrid Schneider of Davenport (52806)

Austin Schoeck of Rock Island (61201)

Christian Schroeder of Coal Valley (61240)

Quintin Sebben of Rock Island (61201)

Andrew Shearouse of Coal Valley (61240)

Roman Shepard of Rock Island (61201)

Grant Slater of Coal Valley (61240)

Helena Smiley of Rock Island (61201)

Andrew Smith of Rock Island (61201)

David Soliz of Silvis (61282)

Hali Strobel of Port Byron (61275)

Sergio Tekeli of Bettendorf (52722)

Micaela Terronez of East Moline (61244)

Caitlin Thom of Bettendorf (52722)

Sara Tilp of Rock Island (61201)

Anthony TouVelle of Bettendorf (52722)

Emmalynn Tully of Bettendorf (52722)

Samantha Turner of Rock Island (61201)

Matthew Tuttle-Timm of Moline (61265)

Jamie VanWatermeulen of Silvis (61282)

Mercedes Vanopdorp of Silvis (61282)

Taylor Vaughan of Bettendorf (52722)

Michael Warhank of Davenport (52807)

Haley West of Rapids City (61278)

Erik Whitcomb of Rock Island (61201)

Abigail Wieland of Rock Island (61201)

Elizabeth Wieland of Rock Island (61201)

Rong Zheng of Silvis (61282)

Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 158 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States.

03 Jul 2015

ICC Announces for Academic Achievement

By Valerie Welsh

EAST PEORIA, IL (07/02/2015)(readMedia)-- Illinois Central College presented its spring 2015 Dean's List honors to students who earned a grade point average of 3.5 - 3.99 on a 4.0 scale.

Local students include :

Anthony Rushing of Geneseo, IL

Austin Brimberg of Moline, IL

Located in East Peoria, Ill., Illinois Central College is a two-year community college that provides a high quality, affordable education to prepare students to enter the workforce or to transfer to a four-year college or university. For more information on ICC, visit icc.edu.

Jacqueline Twing Named to President's List at Illinois Central College

EAST PEORIA, IL (07/02/2015)(readMedia)-- Jacqueline Twing, of Rock Island, IL, was named to the President's List at Illinois Central College for earning a 4.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) during the spring 2015 semester.

Located in East Peoria, Ill., Illinois Central College is a two-year community college that provides a high quality, affordable education to prepare students to enter the workforce or to transfer to a four-year college or university. For more information on ICC, visit icc.edu.

03 Jul 2015

ISU Extension and Outreach Scott County Calendar and News Releases.

By Joy L Venhorst

EXTENSION CALENDAR


July 10, 2015    Pesticide Applicator Testing, Scott County Extension Office, 10 am-2 pm


July 15, 2015    Water in the Garden, Scott County Extension Office, 7-9 pm


August 7, 2015    Pesticide Applicator Testing, Scott County Extension Office, 10 am-2pm


August 19, 2015    Pollinators and Growing Herbs, Scott County Extension Office, 7-9 pm


August 25, 2015    Extension Council Meeting, Scoot County Extension Office, 7 pm


Visit our events calendar at our web site:   http://dbs.extension.iastate.edu/calendar/

 

Webinar to Focus on Water in the Garden


Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Scott County office will continue hosting the sixth annual "Growing Season" webinar series in July.


The July webinar, Water in the Garden, with Denny Schrock, PhD and Jamie Beyer, will be offered on July 15, 2015, at the Scott County Extension Office, 875 Tanglefoot Lane in Bettendorf, IA from 7 to 9 pm. Participants will learn about various water saving techniques to apply to their garden.  They will also find out how to incorporate creative water features into their home gardens.  There is a $5.00 fee that is payable at the door, however, pre-registration for the webinar is requested.


To register please contact the ISU Extension and Outreach Scott County office at 563-359-7577 or aheitz@iastate.edu.  All master gardeners attending will earn two continuing education hours for each webinar.


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ISU Scott County Extension Master Gardener Fall 2015 Openings


Do you like to garden and share your gardening experiences with others? Are you a plant enthusiast who looks forward to spring time and the outdoors?   Then the Iowa State University (ISU) Scott County Extension Master Gardeners wants you!

 

Master Gardeners are volunteers, trained by ISU in horticulture, who return service to the community through a variety of educational projects.  Trainees attend over 40 hours of classes and complete volunteer service.  Each master gardener has the opportunity to learn and share their unique skills and knowledge with others in a variety of way.


Each year this opportunity is extended to a limited number of residents of Scott County.  Classes are held Tuesday and Thursday evenings this fall at the ISU Scott County Extension and Outreach office, starting September 10th.  There is a fee which covers the training and reference materials provided by ISU Scott County Extension and Outreach Office.


If you are interested in joining the Master Gardener program, additional information and an application for the 2015 fall session is available at our website http://www.extension.iastate.edu/scott/.  The deadline for receipt of applications is July 31st.  Applicants can attend a Master Gardener informational session scheduled in August.  Send completed applications to Scott County Extension and Outreach, 875 Tanglefoot Lane in Bettendorf.  Call 359-7577 with any questions.

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Farmland Leasing Meeting Set for August 5 in Tipton


Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Cedar County is hosting a farmland leasing meeting on Wednesday, August 5, at 1:00 pm to address questions that land owners, tenants, or other interested individuals have about farmland leasing.

 

The meeting will be held at the Cedar County Extension Office, 107 Cedar Street. The meeting is approximately 2 ½ hours in length. Similar meetings are being held across Iowa during the month of August.


Attendees will gain understanding of current cash rental rate surveys and factors driving next year's rents such as market trends and input costs. Estimating a cash rental rate is a constant of the farm leasing arrangements meeting. This year's decreased profitability will require landlords and tenants to look closely at 2016 production cost estimates. Attendees will learn about types of leases and results of farmland value surveys. A 100-page workbook will be included with registration that includes land leasing information such as surveys, sample written lease agreement and termination forms, and many other publications.


"Due to changes in commodity markets, cash rent values, land values, and government programs, farmland owners and tenants may have more decisions over the next year than in previous years.  This meeting provides information to stay up to date on farmland lease issues." says Ryan Drollette, ISU Extension and Outreach Farm and Ag Business Management Specialist. Drollette will be the presenter at the meeting.


Registration is $25 per individual and $40 per couple. An additional $5 fee will be added if registering fewer than two calendar days before the workshop. Pre-register by calling the Cedar County Extension and Outreach office at 563-886-6157.


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02 Jul 2015

Rock Island Public Library Hosting Community Blood Drive Wednesday, July 15

By Marvin Whittaker

Rock Island, IL - Some community heroes  don't wear capes - they give life-saving blood. As part of its summer "Every Hero Has a Story" activities, the Rock Island Public Library will host a community blood drive from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm on Wednesday, July 15 at the downtown Main Library, 401 19th Street. Donors will give blood in the MVRBC Donor Bus in the library parking lot off 20th Street.

The rate of blood donation typically drops by about 20 percent in summer months, according to the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center.

What: Rock Island Public Library Community Blood Drive

When: Wednesday, July 15, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Where: MVRBC Donor Bus, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th St., Rock Island, IL

Appointments: To donate, please contact Amy Sisul at (309) 732-7302 or visit www.bloodcenterimpact.org and use code 3013 to locate the drive.

Donor Eligibility Criteria: Potential donors must be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental permission form available through www.bloodcenter.org) and weigh more than 110 pounds. A photo ID or MVRBC Donor Card is required to donate. For questions about eligibility, please call the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center at (800)747-5401. Donors who last gave blood on or before 5/20/15 are eligible to give at this drive.

About Blood Donation: Blood donation is a safe, simple procedure that takes about 45 minutes to one hour. Individuals with diabetes or controlled high blood pressure may be accepted as eligible donors.

Donors at the Rock Island Library site will be automatically entered into a drawing from the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center for a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The drawing is part of the center's "Made in the USA" promotion to support the blood supply through the difficult summer months. The 2015 Jeep Patriot, provided with support from Ron's Toy Box (www.ronstoybox.com), is a small SUV, dark navy in color with air conditioning, cruise control, power windows, remote power locks and other features. The Blood Center will select a winner from everyone who registers to give blood at our Donor Centers and mobile blood drives until September 5. To learn more, visit www.bloodcenter.org/win.

ABOUT MVRBC: Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center is the provider of blood and blood components to more than 90 hospitals in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Wisconsin. Locally, MVRBC is the exclusive provider to Genesis Health System, Select Specialty Hospital and UnityPoint Health - Quad Cities.

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02 Jul 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport Fourth of July Edition: 7/3 - 7/9/2015

By QC Chamber
Come celebrate the 4th of July in the Quad Cities on the riverfront! You can watch the fireworks on both sides of the river, including viewing areas at Modern Woodmen Park and LeClaire Park in Davenport, as well as Schweibert Riverfront Park in Rock Island. Fireworks will be launched off of TWO barges, making this years' event the biggest yet!
We'll have food, drinks, live music, and plenty of fun activities, so make sure to bring the entire family. A huge thank you to our presenting sponsors Genesis Health System and Riverboat Development Authority for making this show possible.
The Figge is turning 10 years old this year! Be sure to head downtown to celebrate their milestone in a variety of ways. The 10th Anniversary Exhibition opens this Sunday with a FREE reception and talk from the curator himself on Thursday. To get more of the Figge, sign up for their recurring workshops, or get active at the Figge Plaza through Live Uncommon. Either way, there's always a reason to visit!

Enjoy a variety of FREE events this week brought to you by River Music
Experience. Stop by at the popular Live @ 5 concert featuring The Blackstones this Friday, as well as the Acoustic Music Club and A Taste of New Orleans later in the week. With good music & good people, there's no reason to miss these FREE events.
The Quad Cities River Bandits challenge the Clinton Lumberkings this week. Take advantage of the unbeatable promotions such as Military Mondays and Dew for Twosdays. Round up your friends or family and soak in one of the best views of the Mississippi River at this award winning stadium!
Register now for the Quad Cities Times Bix 7 race scheduled for July 25th; it's only a few weeks away! Also, plan to join the party at  Street Fest presented by Great Southern Bank during Bix7 Weekend.  Don't forget, we're the ending location for RAGBRAI this year, too!
See you downtown!  For more events and activities, click here.
02 Jul 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 07/03/2015

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

CALENDAR

July 3rd - First Friday in LeClaire 5-8pm

Mississippi River Distilling Company. Free cocktail glass with spirit purchase, summer food and cocktail samples, and Big Peach Liqueur release! www.mrdistilling.com .

Wide River Winery open until 8pm with live music by the Whoozdads in the courtyard from 5-8pm. Enjoy a bottle of award-winning wine and music with friends! www.wideriverwinery.com .

Riverside Foursquare Church will be handing out free s'mores, free 4th of July photo booth, and will have some music!  Stop by and have some fun!

Steventon's - Sunset Concert on the Deck - Live Music - Lewis Knudsen - 6-9p.m.

Many stores will be open late and restaurants will have food and drink specials.

 

July 4th - Steventon's will be closed.

 

July 6th-9th - First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire Bible School 5:30-8p.m. For all children, 5 to 11 years. There will be dinner, a lesson, music, games and crafts. Call 563-381-7777 for more information or to register your children.

July 10th - Wide River Winery - Live Music in the Courtyard - Jordan Danielsen - 5-8p.m.

July 10th - Steventon's Sunset Concert on the Deck Live Music - The Acoustic Project - 6-9p.m.

July 11th - Bierstube - 1st Annual SWINGING FORE A CURE MS GOLF OUTING Proudly Sponsored by the BIERSTUBE. Registration and Sponsor forms available at both Bierstube locations.

July 11th - Princeton Garden Walk 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Benefit for Princeton Community Center. Home gardens open to the public. The walk will start and end at the Community Center, 428 South River Dr. Participants are invited to check in, buy a $5.00 ticket, pick up a map and an ice cold bottle of water to start tour. Each guest is invited to return to the center to enjoy refreshments and mark your ballot for your favorite garden. Representatives from Iowa State University Extension Office will be available for gardening questions and concerns.

July 16th - Ribbon Cutting - Abundant Health Chiropractic - Bettendorf. More information to come.

July 16th - Expressions in Threads - The Farm Girl Vintage Block of the Month Class 10:30 am. Laura and Pam will present four blocks a month and discuss the techniques used to create them. Book, Farm Girl Vintage by Lori Holt - tutorials and project ideas! Call to reserve your spot - 563-289-1447.

July 17th - Wide River Winery - Live Music in the Courtyard - Pieces of Candy - 5-8p.m.

July 17th - Steventon's Sunset Concert on the Deck Live Music - Douglas and Tucker - 6-9p.m.

July 18th - LeClaire High School Reunion For All Who Attended LeClaire Township Schools before 1960. Pleasant Valley Community School District High School Cafeteria, Belmont Road, Bettendorf, IA. Doors open 3p.m. Buffet Dinner, 5-7p.m. Program 7p.m. Commemorative T-Shirts - $10.00. $18 per person. Reservations Required. Guests Welcome! Contact Marie Spinsby, 563-289-4588.

July 22nd - Princeton Community Center - An Afternoon of Euchre 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.

July 22nd - Steventons will be closed for a private party.

July 23rd - 25th - Expressions in Threads Fabriganza - Our largest sale of the year! LeClaire Civic Center. July 23rd - special pre-sale event. Admission $20.00, proceeds go to SERVHAITI. Hors d'oeuvres will be served at 6:00 PM with shopping at 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. July 24th - sale is open to all 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM July 25th - sale is open to all from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Sale includes special fabric groupings at $6.00/yard, double wides at $10.00/yard and fabric from Moda, Quilting Ttreasures, Red Rooster, Benartex and more. Link to July calendar with the Fabriganza dates listed http://www.expressionsinthreads.com/module/events.htm?month=7&year=2015

July 24th - Wide River Winery - Live Music in the Courtyard - The Old 57's - 5-8p.m.

July 24th - Steventon's Sunset Concert on the Deck Live Music - Kerry & Rich Acoustic Duo - 6-9p.m.

July 27th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall - 8a.m.

July 31st - Wide River Winery - Live Music in the Courtyard - H.C. Wallace - 5-8p.m.

July 31-Aug 2 - Princeton Days City Wide Activities!

 

SAVE THE DATE

August 7th - First Friday in LeClaire

 

August 10th-11th - National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism Community Outreach Meetings Jim Dion, Director of Tourism Projects, National Geographic Society, will return to the Quad Cities for a series of community outreach meetings, as a follow-up to the original meeting held here March 9-10. The community outreach meeting schedule follows:

Monday, Aug. 10, 5:30 p.m, LeClaire City Hall, 325 Wisconsin Street, LeClaire, Iowa

Tuesday, Aug. 11

8 a.m., Rogalski Center, Saint Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa

11 a.m., Bier Stube, 415 15th Street, Moline, Illinois

1:30 p.m., Establishment Theatre, 220 19th Street, Rock Island, Illinois

3:30 p.m., Isle Center, Isle Casino Complex, 1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf, Iowa

Each meeting will last about 90 minutes and will inform local residents and businesses about the National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism Project. Special emphasis will be given on participation in the project and adding content to the geotourism website. Residents are invited to nominate local businesses, landmarks, attractions, activities, events and local foods by November 1, 2015 at mississippiriver.natgeotourism.com The completed website is set to be launched in August 2016. To RSVP or for more information, contact: Joe Taylor at jtaylor@visitquadcities.com or (309) 736-6820

 

August 13th-15th - Tug Fest!

 

FYI

American Pickers is looking for leads and would love to explore what you may have! They are on the hunt for interesting characters with interesting and unique items.  Some of what they look for: vintage bicycles, toys, unusual radios, movie memorabilia, advertising, military items, folk art, vintage musical equipment, vintage automotive items, early firefighting equipment, vintage clothing, pre-50's western gear. American Pickers is produced by Cineflix Productions for History. New episodes air Wednesdays at 9pm ET on History. If you have a large collection or want to refer someone to Mike and Frank, email: your name, number, address and description of the collection and photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com , or call 1-855-old-rust.

 

Kiddie Karrasel, LeClaire - We are enrolling for Fall Pre-K for 4 year olds. Must be four by September 15. Extended care option available. 563-289-3946 www.kiddiekarraselacademy.com

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

Isabel Bloom Their birds are back! Purchase two or more birds and save 10%. Save $30 on the complete set of seven! Save $10 on their Heart of America Isabel Bloom Green Tree Plaque. 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. www.leclairelibrary.org

 

Expressions in Threads - The Row by Row Experience is a nationwide event that runs from June 21st through September 8th in which participating shops create a unique quilt row created by each, individual shop, based on a central theme, this year's them is water. Customers can travel to participating shops like Expressions in Threads and collect the row we've created, along with our shop's license plate, specially designed for the Row by Row event. For more information, go to: http://www.expressionsinthreads.com/module/events.htm?year=2015&month=Jun&day=22&eventId=803020

Reusable Usables is sponsoring a meet-up group. Please join - it's FREE! www.meetup.com/Quad-Cities-Creative-Reuse/ Quad Cities Creative Re-users is a community for anyone that shares a passion or would like to learn more about reusing and re-purposing materials such as: scraps, leftovers, castoffs, found, re-purposed or recycled materials that might otherwise end up in the landfills. Reusable Usables Creative Arts Center will host fun networking events and offer opportunities for members to teach classes. Their group will offer adult events, family events, and events for children. They'll incorporate green living, cooking and gardening as well. No experience necessary. You are welcome to join their community of green-minded, creative re-users. Come inspire, learn, share, create, and play!

Sweet Dreams Guest House has vacancies for spring and summer bookings, but is filling up fast! Call 563-289-1339 to reserve your overnight stay.

Congratulations to Wide River Winery's wine making team Dorothy O'Brien and Kyle Frahm for winning the double gold medal at this year's Tasters Guild International Wine Competition! 1600 evaluations of wine from 7 countries and 32 states/providences were conducted by 30 experienced judges. Thanks to all of our loyal customers for making Pursuit of Happiness our #1 selling wine! Also, now available - Not Guilty. Long awaited and much anticipated sherry, Not Guilty, is now available only at the tasting rooms in Clinton and LeClaire.

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire - Coming this fall: "A Nite for Nepal!" Watch for more info.

Bierstube Now Hiring! Bar Tenders, Barbacks, Wait Staff, Hosts, Cooks! Seeking experienced, energetic team oriented restaurant professionals! Apply in person, 1001 Canal Shore Drive, LeClaire, or online Bier-stube.com

Bierstube -

Summer Kitchen Hours

Sunday- 7am-10pm

Monday- Thursday 10:30am-10pm

Friday- 10:30am-12am

Saturday- 7am-12am

Karaoke every 2nd & 4th Fridays from 9pm-1am.

New Late night Happy Hour 9pm-1am!

Late night Menu available 9pm-12am!

Blue Iguana has new weekly drink specials:

Margarita Mondays - $2 Off Margaritas

Iguana Tuesdays - $4  Wanna Iguanas

Wednesday Wells - $3 Well Drinks

Thirsty Thursday - $4 MRDC Feature Drink

Feature Friday - $4 Featured Drink

Sangria Saturdays - $4 Pints/$14 Pitchers

Draft Sunday - $1 Off Draft Beers

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!

 

Faithful Pilot - June, July, and August Specials - And Come Check Out Our New Menu!

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.

 

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

 

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

 

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.

 

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

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 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. 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!

July 11th - Cars and Coffee on the River

August 1st - Heartland British Auto Fest - LeClaire Levee

August 29th - Vettes on the River - LeClaire Levee

August 13-15 - Tug Fest

October 11 - LeClaire Apple Fest 11am to 4pm on the LeClaire Levee.  More to come!

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

July 14th - Blue Iguana - Lunch - noon

August 11th - McDonald's - Breakfast - 8a.m.

September 8th - Steventon's - Evening Event - 5:30p.m.

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