25 Nov 2014

Why Does Every Care Package Count?

By Carolyn Blashek
Send a care package for $15

Our mission is strong. It is strong because you honor the Military each day when you assemble packages, hand-make scarves and bracelets, organize collection drives and write letters from home.

Our mission is important. It is important because-- together--we show our Troops that we remember and appreciate them.

Our dedicated supporters, including YOU, have made a tremendous impact on the morale of our service members over the past 12 years.  Since March 2003, we have sent 1,155,198 Operation Gratitude Care Packages, touching countless lives.

However, the need is still great.  Why?

Because there are more than 150,000 American service members deployed far from home and loved ones, most in harm's way.

Because we are still sending packages to Iraq and Afghanistan.  We are sending to Liberia.  We are sending to Korea.  We are sending to ships throughout international waters.  Plus, we are sending packages to tens of thousands of Veterans and New Recruits here at home.

All of our heroes need a reminder that the American people are thinking of them and appreciate their service.

Whether you knit a warm scarf, write a letter, donate care package items, give $15 to send one package, $45 to send three packages, or send a package every month of the year for $180, we need your help.

As we begin to celebrate the holiday season, I hope you will take this opportunity to visit www.OperationGratitude.com and support our continuing mission to serve those who serve.

Thank you for your ongoing support of our brave men and women in uniform.

Fondly,

Carolyn Blashek
Founder, Operation Gratitude

25 Nov 2014

Local students studying abroad

By Laura Billingsley

PELLA, IA (11/25/2014)(readMedia)-- Central College students from the area will study abroad this spring.

Dionne Riley of Bettendorf will study in Leiden, the Netherlands.

Sarah Montgomery of Bettendorf will study in London, England.

Carla Papageorgiou of Rock Island will study in Paris, France.

Central College is a residential liberal arts college dedicated to the education of 1,500 undergraduate students. Founded in 1853, the college is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and NCAA Division III athletics. Central is a recognized leader in study abroad as a result of its international, residential programs. The college is located in Pella, Iowa, a thriving community of 10,000 two minutes from the state's largest lake and 40 minutes southeast of Des Moines. Learn more at www.central.edu.

25 Nov 2014

Camp Courageous 26th Annual Fruitcake Sales

By Charlie Becker

Monticello, IA–This is the 26th year Camp Courageous, which began serving campers with special needs in 1972, has been making fruitcakes. Over 75 locations sell these delicious fruitcakes. Posters are generally displayed in the windows of participating businesses or one can go online to get the latest location updates at www.campcourageous.org.

These scrumptious one-pound cakes sell for $10.00. They do not contain citron or alcohol and make wonderful holiday gifts. They need to be stored, sliced and served frozen. Fruitcakes will be sold at various outlets from November through December. The cakes are also available at Camp Courageous or can be ordered online at the camp website. Camp will ship anywhere in the United States.

Camp Courageous is a year-round recreational and respite care facility for individuals of all ages with disabilities. The camp was built and continues to run on donations, without government support, without formal sponsorship, and without paid fundraisers. The camp will serve nearly 7,000 individuals with special needs this year.

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25 Nov 2014

"The World's First Electronic Dollar: The Currency Of Ecuador." By Diego Naverro: Independent Scholars' Evenings.

By Narveen Aryaputri
The World's First Electronic  Dollar: currency of Ecuador.
Discussion on the Electronic Currency being used, in Equador.
Visibility on how this approach is being used by Ecuador, which has adopted the US dollar since 2000
This conversion to the Digital Dollar was done as soon as the oil pieces dropped.
The discussion will be lead
By
Diego Naverro
PowerPoint presentation to highlight main points
And insights.
The opinions and insights from Ecuador will be included.
Please join in.
Public input in the discussion  is requested
7.00.p.m.
Independent Scholars Evenings*
1530 Fifth Avenue. Moline
At
The Moline Commercial Club
Above The Phoenix Art Gallery.
About the presenter:Retired John Deere, where he worked for more than half of his life, far from his country of birth, Diego still travels to Ecuador three to four times a year.
25 Nov 2014

Medicare Part D

By Alzheimer's Association
As you and your family review options for Medicare Part D prior to the Dec. 7, 2014 enrollment deadline, please consider coverage of any drugs related to Alzheimer's disease or other dementias.

Of particular note is a change to the availability of the Alzheimer's drug Namenda. The company that produces Namenda will cease production of one version of Namenda (Namenda IR tablets, usually taken twice per day) in January 2015.

While supplies of Namenda IR may be available at local pharmacies for a period of time after the company stops distribution in January, it is anticipated that individuals on this prescription will have to switch to another version of Namenda (XR = extended release once per day capsules). In addition, it is our understanding that a generic version of Namenda IR may be available as early as mid-2015; however, an official date has not been shared.

As with any prescription change, please have a conversation with your physician regarding options and next steps for you or your family members.

For more information regarding Medicare Part D, please visit our website.
25 Nov 2014

Governor Quinn Statement on Abner Mikva Receiving Nation's Highest Civilian Honor

By Rick Martin

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today made the following statement regarding Abner Mikva, who received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, from President Barack Obama:

"There are few people in our nation's history who have served the public for as many years and in as many ways as Abner Mikva.

"As a former state lawmaker, U.S. Representative, federal judge and key White House aide, he has always served the public with integrity, dedication and hard work.

"Through his historic career and his Mikva Challenge, which helps engage young people in politics, he has helped ensure that everyone has an opportunity to get involved in the political process, and our country is better for it.

"I join the people of Illinois in congratulating Abner Mikva on receiving our nation's highest civilian honor."

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25 Nov 2014

How to Make your Thanksgiving Meal Healthy

By Best Food Facts
Does your Thanksgiving dinner leave you wishing you would have eaten a bit more healthfully? Best Food Facts nutrition advisor, Carolyn O'Neil, MS, RD, offers up a few tips to keep your Thanksgiving meal from packing on the pounds.

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25 Nov 2014

Loebsack Leads Bipartisan Fight Against Cuts to Critical Access Hospitals

By Vonnie Hampel

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack recently continued his fight against misguided cuts to Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) that provide care to many Iowans living in rural areas. Loebsack helped lead a bipartisan effort with 45 Members of Congress in calling on the President to refrain from including arbitrary cuts to CAH in his upcoming budget proposal.

"(Critical Access Hospitals) play an important role in communities by providing access to primary, emergency, and acute care services," the lawmakers wrote. "As you consider the FY 2016 budget, we believe that indiscriminate cuts to CAHs, similar to those included in previous budgets, are not the answer."

A copy of the letter can be seen here.

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25 Nov 2014

Jazz Ensemble presents A Swingin' Christmas at the University of Dubuque

By Kristi Lynch
Dubuque, Iowa (November 25, 2014) - The University of Dubuque Jazz Ensemble will present A Swingin' Christmas on Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. in Heritage Center's John and Alice Butler Hall. The concert, presented by the University's Department of Fine and Performing Arts, will be performed by student jazz musicians under the direction of Nicholas Bratcher.

WHAT: A Swingin' Christmas featuring the UD Jazz Ensemble
WHEN: Wednesday, December 10, 2014, 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center
TICKETS: Free (ticket required)

"The jazz ensemble at UD is constantly striving to provide a necessary component to our growing comprehensive music program," said Nicholas Bratcher, director of instrumental music at UD. "The holiday jazz concert will contribute a holiday performance venue for our jazz students, and will feature selections like "Santa Baby", "This Christmas", and jazz arrangements of some of our favorite Christmas carols. It's going to be a concert you won't want to miss!"

University of Dubuque Jazz Ensemble members include : Ryan Seaba, trombone player, who is a junior computer graphics and interactive media major from Bettendorf.

Tickets are available at Farber Box Office, open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Heritage Center, University of Dubuque, 2255 Bennett Street, by phone at 563.585.SHOW(7469), or online at www.dbq.edu/heritagecenter.

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25 Nov 2014

L&D15 HOSTS INAUGURAL MEET YOUR MAKER EVENT NOVEMBER 30

By David Balluff

L&D15 begins their bi-weekly Meet Your Maker series with a silkscreen demonstration on Sunday, November 30 from 1-4pm. L&D15 co-founder David Balluff will talk about silkscreen printing and artist Andy Warhol. Balluff worked previously at The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, PA as an Artist-Educator, and also prints t-shirts for the clothing line, General Assembly.

The Meet Your Maker series was conceived by co-founders David Balluff and Lopeti Etu as a way to provide artists and art lovers with a forum to share ideas, techniques and information about a wide range of artistic topics. Future events may include demonstrations, artist talks, and skill sharing workshops.

L&D15 brings a new style of retail to the Quad Cities, featuring clothing, accessories and housewares created by local and international artists and designers. The store is located at 520 W. 2nd Street in downtown Davenport. For more information, please visit http://www.landd15.com.

Coffee will be provided.

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