09 Mar 2015

ISU EXTENSION SCOTT COUNTY NEWS RELEASE 3/9/15

By Amanda Heitz

Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association Annual Meeting & Conference

Area hay and forage producers are invited to attend the 32nd Annual Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association (EIHPA) Annual Meeting and Conference on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Buzzy's in Welton.  Registration will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the program scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m.

This year's conference will focus on forage rotation and cover crops. Dr.  Matt Liebman, ISU Professor of Agronomy, will speak on forages as part of a crop rotation. Liebman's research focuses on diversified cropping systems, weed ecology and management, and the use of native perennial species for soil and water conservation and biofuel production, including crop rotations, cover crops, green manures, intercrops, reconstructed prairies, conservation strips, animal manures, composts, and insects and rodents.   Mark Carlton, ISU Extension Field Agronomist, will speak on utilizing cover crops as a forage.  He will be followed by a panel of producers who are using cover crops as a forage source for their livestock operation.  Following
lunch and a brief annual meeting to elect officers and directors, will be regional updates from Virgil Schmitt, ISU Extension Field Agronomist, and Denise Schwab, ISU Extension Beef Specialist.  Specific regional topics to be addressed include information on the newly released low lignin alfalfa and concerns about molds and mycotoxins in corn stover.

Registration for the conference is $30 and includes a memBership to EIHPA and meal.  Tickets can be purchased at the door.  Certified crop advisor credits have been applied for.  This conference is sponsored by EIHPA, Iowa State University Extension & Outreach, and the Iowa Beef Center.

The Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association provides educational workshops and field days for forage producers in Jackson, Jones, Clinton, Cedar, Scott and Muscatine counties. However, forage producers from other counties are also welcome to participate.  For more information contact Denise Schwab at dschwab@iastate.edu or Kevin Brown at brofarm@windstream.net  or 563-872-4475.

Scott County Extension Master Gardeners Offer Trip to Chicago Botanical Gardens

Join the Scott County Master Gardeners on a fun and educational bus trip to the Chicago Botanical Antiques, Garden, & Design Show on April 17th! The price of $50 includes cost of the bus, your ticket in to the event, and coffee & muffins on the trip to Chicago. Send your registrations to Scott County Extension Office, 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf, Iowa by March 20, 2015.

Eco Family Project Starts March 19

Iowans will learn how to maximize their resources and share their extras during the 2015 Eco Family Project from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Registration is now open for the project, which begins March 19 and runs through June 11.

"People who care about healthy environments and green living will be interested in the 2015 Eco Family Project," said Kristi Cooper, a human sciences specialist in family life with ISU Extension and Outreach. "It's designed to connect people who value learning about the environment and provide an opportunity to take action in their community."

The 2015 Eco Family Project has three parts - TED-Ed lessons, online chats with other eco families and local community focused activities, said Brenda Schmitt, a human sciences specialist in family finance. Schmitt and Cooper are leading the project.

 The 2015 Eco Family Project will cover several topics:

  • Learn to live green. Participants will discover ways to minimize their impact on the environment in everyday practices. They'll calculate their ecological footprint and create green cleaning products.

  • Explore local food systems. Participants will examine their food footprint and find ways to source local products. Learn how to prevent food waste and start home composting.

  • Evaluate priorities about "stuff." Learn about barter, trade and other ways to share goods and services. Discover and advocate for new sharing opportunities with others in the community.

  • Explore where energy comes from. Participants will examine their energy consumption and find ways to conserve and share resources. Become an advocate to encourage diversity in the energy supply.

  • Learn how to conserve water at home and in the community. Become an advocate for clean water.

  • Find new ways to connect with nature.

Participating in the Eco Family Project tends to get people motivated to develop a greener lifestyle, Schmitt said. One participant used reclaimed building materials for a remodeling project. Another installed rain gardens and rain barrels to handle extra storm water in her yard.

"People are decluttering their homes and turning that extra stuff into cash at consignment shops, or donating it to help a charitable organizations and even get a tax deduction," Schmitt said.

"Because of what we learned from the Eco Family Project, my father-in-law designed a Little Free Library and my husband and daughter installed it on the corner of our lot. Neighbors are using it, donating books and borrowing books," Cooper said.

"It's practical and fun to do things that help the Earth and help people at the same time," Cooper said.

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06 Mar 2015

GOULD, COPLAND, GERSHWIN, and a WORLD PREMIERE by WILLIAM CAMPBELL

By QCSO
Featuring Joel Fan, piano
Bright colors, direct expression, and rhythmic energy all characterize the diverse strains of American music.  "Stunningly brilliant" pianist Joel Fan returns for a star turn in two buoyant and melodic showpieces that will have you on your feet.
Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 p.m. Adler Theatre, Davenport
Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 p.m. Centennial Hall, Rock Island
Party of the Century
Pre-Concert Party
May 14, 2015
5:30 p.m.
Gold Room, Hotel Blackhawk
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and a once-in-a-lifetime performance by superstar cellist Yo-Yo Ma.  Live auction of 12 painted cellos to benefit music education programs of the QCSO.
Enjoy a unique menu, fabulous small plates, top shelf hosted bar, musical entertainment, and MORE!
$100 per person
Tickets may be purchased at the QCSO Box Office and will be available online very soon.
Party of the Century
Dessert Reception
May 14, 2015
Mississippi Room, River Center
After the concert enjoy a festive champagne dessert reception in the Mississippi Room at the River Center. Raise a toast to the Quad City Symphony Orchestra and meet Yo-Yo Ma in person!
$25 per person
Tickets may be purchased at the QCSO Box Office and will be available online very soon.
CELLO-BRATION
May 29, 2015
Figge Art Museum
Our 100th Birthday celebration where all 100 cellos will be displayed and our artists and sponsors will be recognized from our 100 Years, 100 Cellos project.
Tickets on Sale
$25 Adults
$20 Volunteers for Symphony members
$10 Students
Tickets may be purchased at the QCSO Box Office and will be available online very soon.
Concert Conversations
Sponsored by Chris Connolly, Wells Fargo Advisors
Concertgoers are invited to attend informal pre-concert conversations beginning one hour prior to each Masterworks Series concert.
Saturday, March 7
7:00 p.m.
Adler Theatre, Davenport
Sunday, March 8
1:00 p.m.
Centennial Hall, Rock Island
Shuttle Buses Available for THIS Weekend's Performances
Don't like to drive in the snow?  No problem.  Shuttle buses are available for both performances this weekend.  Please click to view the shuttle bus schedule and locations.
100 Years, 100 Cellos
Volunteers for Symphony launched an exciting project to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra
06 Mar 2015

Davenport Parks and Recreation Spring Break Camps!

By Kenneth Asta
Roosevelt Community Center School Out Days March 16 - 20, 2015
Davenport Parks and Recreation Adventure Camp is offered at The Roosevelt Community Center on all school out days, including In-service, school breaks and snow days! These days will be filled playing games, doing crafts, taking field trips and spending time with friends! We have highly qualified staff that will keep your child active and safe while also providing enriching experiences.
Location: Roosevelt Community Center (1220 Minnie Avenue).
Hours: 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Age: Kindergarten - 6th grade
Resident Fee: $28.80 (per day) - Non-Resident Fee: $36.00 (per day)
* Can register for all five days or individual days.
Required: Each child needs to bring a water bottle and sack lunch, wear socks and gym shoes, and bring warm clothes to ice skate. Afternoon snacks will be provided.
Register online at https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us under 'Camps
SAU Spring Break Soccer Camp March 16-19, 2015
This camp is an ideal preparation for Spring club seasons when we finally get outside!  Lots of skill repetition and individual technique will be addressed. Camp will be led by SAU Head Men's and Women's Coach Jon Mannall and his SAU Soccer Coaching Staff, as well as other area professional coaches and members of the current SAU teams.
Hours: 9am - Noon
Cost: $125 - Each participant will receive a St. Ambrose University Camp T Shirt.
Location: The River's Edge (700 W River Drive, Davenport)
Required: Each participant is asked to bring appropriate soccer footwear, shin guards and a soccer ball and water.
Eligibility: Spaces are limited. Participants must be aged 7 to 18. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and ability throughout the camp.
Register online at https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us under 'Camps'
Davenport Junior Theatre
Performing Arts Camp
"Journey Through Time"
March 16-20, 2015
Students explore acting, improvisation, lights, musical theatre, sound, make-up, and more. Students also collaborate on ideas for the creation of their very own script! Everything ends with a performance for family and friends on Friday at 4:00pm. Join the adventure!

 

Location: Davenport Junior Theatre (2822 Eastern Ave.)

Age: 6-13

Cost: Resident - $144  /  Non-Resident - $180
* As taxpayers, Davenport Residents receive a 20% discount on camp.

Hours: 8:45am-3:30pm

* Early drop-off 7:30am and/or late pick-up by 5:30pm is an additional $30.00.

Required: Students are to bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Two snack breaks are provided.

* Parent or Guardian must complete camp waiver by first day. The waiver will be mailed to you.

 

Register online at https://recpro.ci.davenport.ia.us under 'Performing Arts'
*Online registration code: SPR501PC1
06 Mar 2015

Time To Run, Run, Run

By Glenn Kass

BETTENDORF, IA - The 41st Anniversary of the Quad-City Times Bix 7 again welcomes a full international field, but they will be joined by thousands of visiting bicyclists for the end of the Register's Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa (RAGBRAI) and new sponsors. Race director Ed Froehlich, in his 36th year, kicked off plans during a media event at Isle of Capri Casino Hotel.

Everyone will run, and ride, to Davenport on Saturday, July 25th, 2015. Registrations are being mailed in addition to availability at locations throughout the Quad City Area. Online entry is open at www.bix7.com with a valid Visa or MasterCard except for active duty military and active duty reserve forces which require a printed application.

Advance entries are only handled through the website, via mailed printed applications or those brought to the Quad-City Times building, 500 E. Third Street, Davenport. You can stay connected with news and training tips at www.facebook.com - Search Quad-City Times Bix 7 or www.twitter.com/@BixSeven.

Again this year, the Bix 7 offers free entry to any active duty military and active duty reserve forces. A printed application is required which has a line to list the military identification number. The entrant will also be required to present their military identification at packet pick up to confirm status.

Joining the event is Skechers USA as Official Shoe. The Bix 7 is the fourth event, with the Chevron Houston Marathon, Bolder Boulder 10K and Gate River Run 15K, to be sponsored through Skechers Performance Division. Based in Manhattan Beach, CA, Skechers USA designs, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle footwear for men, women and children as well as performance footwear for men and women. Learn more at www.skechers.com and www.skechersgorun.com.

Other changes include the newly-renamed Isle Casino's "Beat The Elite Race" where a runner chosen at random has an opportunity to finish ahead of the elite winner and win $2,500. Plus, the Alcoa Jr. Bix 7 now offers its young participants a new logo magnet along with the participation medal the children receive on the Friday evening of race weekend.

Also, every paid entrant can assist military veterans by adding a $5.00 contribution on the application to Genesis Health System Hospice's local chapter of the We Honor Veterans Program. Led by the Veterans Administration and hospice care providers, the national effort honors veterans nearing the end of life by celebrating their military service (www.genesishealth.com/services/home-health/hospice/we-honor-veterans/).

These complement the Premier Buick & GMC Dealers High School Challenge, the Quad City Bank & Trust Battle Up Brady, Swiss Valley Farms Quick Bix, VictoryStore.com Gregg Newell and Eloise Caldwell awards to top local male and female area finishers and Scott County Regional Authority All City Challenge.

"What a memorable weekend this will be," said Froehlich. "The Quad-City Times Bix 7 has been a place to celebrate homecomings and occasions. Having RAGBRAI finishing in Davenport as in 2011, and return of a fully international elite field of runners, the welcoming spirit of our community will be on full display."

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06 Mar 2015

Statement on first status report from federal Special Master on IDOT hiring scandal

By Catherine Kelly

Statement attributable to Catherine Kelly, Press Secretary, Office of the Governor

"The report confirms that previous governors were engaged in a corrupt bargain with government unions, making illegal political hires and putting them into protected government union positions. Governor Rauner is committed to reversing the illegal hiring scheme and enacting civil service reforms that will prevent these types of abuses from happening in the future."

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06 Mar 2015

CAPTURING THE REMAGEN BRIDGE 70 YEARS AGO

By G A H C
"The Miracle of Remagen" - The 9th Armored Division of the US 1st Army Captures the Last Surviving Bridge Across the Rhine on March 7, 1945 & Hastens the End of WWII.

Sunday, March 8th @ 2pm Dr. Wolf Koch

As the Allied armies approached, Hitler ordered the destruction of all the bridges that spanned the Rhine. By March 7, they all had been destroyed, except one - the Ludendorff railroad bridge at the little resort town of Remagen a few miles to the south of Cologne. On that day at about 1PM an American reconnaissance patrol reached the wooded hills overlooking the river at Remagen, and to their surprise, discovered the bridge still intact. Then the race began. By 4 PM the US Army had reached the other side of the river and secured the bridge. Over the next several days, heavy fighting ensued while more than 25,000 troops and heavy equipment crossed the river until the bridge collapsed on March 17, 1945.

US Army estimates indicate that the surprise crossing of the Ludendorff Bridge probably saved more than 5000 American lives that otherwise would have been lost by an assault crossing of the river. In addition, the capture of the bridge enabled the US Army to encircle and trap 300,000 German troops east of the Rhine in a matter of days, thereby causing the war to end much earlier than expected on May 8, 1945.

The presentation is based on eye witness accounts and interviews, histories of the 1st Army and the 9th Armored Division, as well as several books written by historians on both sides of the conflict. It includes original photos and film clips as well as interviews from US Army and German archives.

About our presenter:

Wolf Koch grew up in the Rhine River valley in Oberwinter, now a suburb of Remagen, and immigrated to this country more than five decades ago. He recalls accounts by family members and friends about the fight around the bridge head. He served as an officer in the US Air Force and was stationed for four years at Bitburg Air Force Base, not far from the Remagen site. Dr. Koch, a resident of Sterling, Illinois, is a consultant to the oil and petrochemical industries and has been a professor of chemical engineering. He regularly presents talks on energy related topics at professional society and civic group meetings.

He and his wife Linnea travel extensively; their interest in history has taken them to many historical sites in European countries, covering the period between the Stone Age and medieval times. Locally, they have studied accounts of the Adena and Hopewell civilizations, have traveled to many mound builder sites in Ohio, Iowa and Illinois and completed a booklet on the Hopewell civilization in the Rock River valley for use as a resource in teaching local history. Dr. Koch has given many talks on the Hopewell and was an invited speaker at a combined Annual Meeting of the Iowa and Illinois State Archeological Societies.
06 Mar 2015

Slingin' Dirt at SouthPark Mall: Join us for this free, family fun stock car event!

By Rick Martin

Who: Bring your little race fans to SouthPark Mall this Saturday for the "Slingin' Dirt" stock car racing event that's fun for all ages!

Over 25 stock cars will be on display inside SouthPark Mall from 10a-5p on Saturday, March 7. Everything from go carts to simulators will be on hand. First, second and third place will be awarded during the event. Drivers in race gear will be handing out autographs, while Redline Race Wrap wraps Bryan Brinker's IMCA SportMod.

For more information on "Slingin' Dirt", visit www.shopsouthparkmall-il.com/events, or follow us on Twitter @SouthParkMallIL, and like us on Facebook at

When: SouthPark Mall

Saturday, March 7, from 10a-5p

 

Where: SouthPark Mall

4500 16th Street

Moline, IL 61265

--Photographers and Camera Crews Welcome --

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06 Mar 2015

New House bill lifeline for Illinois patients / Cap the Copay

By Bess Featherstone

REP. ANDRADE SPONSORS BILL TO PROTECT PATIENTS; MAKE MEDICINE AFFORDABLE

House Bill 3605 aims to cap copayments, critical help for those with chronic diseases

March 4, 2015 -- State Representative Jaime Andrade today announced new legislation that would amend the Illinois Insurance Code to put a pre-deductible cap on the skyrocketing out-of-pocket costs of medications, making vital prescriptions affordable for those who need them. Andrade is joined by 13 co-sponsors from across the state.

House Bill 3605 is a lifeline to patients like James, a 22-year-old hemophiliac living in Palatine, IL, whose medicine can cost $5,000 per dose and up to $40,000 per month. Until his family meets their annual $3,000 deductible through other medical costs, insurance currently will not cover James' costs.

"This bill will allow my family to order James' medicine even before we meet our $3,000 deductible, which can take months," says Theresa, James' mother. "If this legislation passes, my son will no longer wait for his medication as we work to meet our deductible."

House Bill 3605 would cap out-of-pocket costs per prescription, per 30-day supply on a bifurcated approach: medications on silver, gold and platinum plans would be capped at $100 per month and those on bronze plans at $200. These caps would be applied pre-deductible and be inclusive of a patient's annual deductible and out-of-pocket spending limits. All state regulated, fully insured plans and those on the marketplace exchange would be included.

"People living with chronic conditions such as arthritis, epilepsy, HIV and leukemia face lengthy, costly treatments and are often paying 25-50 percent of their medications' costs each month, on top of regular monthly insurance premiums, even with good insurance," said Rep. Andrade. "Who can afford what amounts to an extra month's rent every month? It is wrong and unfair that fully-insured Illinoisans living with serious conditions can't afford the treatments they need. It is time we addressed this issue in Springfield."

A statewide coalition of health organizations, formed in an effort to "Cap the Copay" (www.capthecopay.org), support this bill and its companion in the Senate-Senate Bill 1359, which is sponsored by State Senator Linda Holmes. Members include the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, Bleeding Disorders Alliance of Illinois, Caring Ambassadors, Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, Illinois Arthritis Foundation, Illinois Biotechnology Industry Organization, Illinois Mental Health Summit, Illinois Psychiatric Society, International Myeloma Foundation, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Mental Health America of Illinois, MPN Research Foundation, National Patient Advocate Foundation and the National Organization for Rare Disorders.

 

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06 Mar 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 03/06/2015

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

NEWSLETTER

The LeClaire Chamber of Commerce March 2015 Newsletter has been sent to all homes and businesses in the 52753 zipcode area! Go to www.leclairechamber.com to see it online.

 

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Riverview Manor 17990 Spencer Road, Pleasant Valley, IA. A fifty bed skilled nursing home.  www.riverviewmanorqca.com 563-332-4600

 

Quad City Times 500 E. Third St., Davenport. The Quad-City Times is a daily morning newspaper based in Davenport, Iowa, and circulated throughout the Quad Cities metropolitan area, Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. qctimes.com/

Unique Recycled Creations & Gifts - Rhonda and Cole DeVrieze - 118 N. Cody Rd, LeClaire. Recycled chalk boards and locally made handmade gift items and crafts. 309-507-2929

RIBBON CUTTINGS!

March 6th - Best Days Photography Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting at 4 p.m. Owner Melanie McCalley. Best Days Photography provides a fresh and bright style of imagery for weddings, events, corporate and portrait clients. Drawings to celebrate Grand Opening! 117 South Cody Road, LeClaire, IA 52753. www.bestdaysphoto.com or email Melanie@bestdaysphoto.com

March 27th - Grace Marine Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting - 10:00 a.m. Grace Marine will celebrate its Grand Opening March 27-29. Come see the new showroom, 905 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire. Special incentives on all new inventory! Refreshments, door prizes, games. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY!

CALENDAR

March 2nd-8th - Celebrate Restaurant Week at the following LeClaire restaurants!

Bierstube: Two for $15 lunch specials and two for $25 dinner specials.

El Rio Spa & Wellnes Café: Lunch for two for $15. Choose from 1) Blueberry Grilled Cheese and Kale Salad, or 2) Turkey Sandwich and Chipotle Salad.

Crane & Pelican Café - March 2-7 -Great lunch and dinner specials. Find their special menu here: www.craneandpelican.com/menu/restaurantweek2015.pdf

Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill - March 4-8 - Lunch 2/$15 - Cowboy Burger, Grilled or Breaded Tenderloin, Bucket List Burger. Chips/Salsa, Drink included!

March 6th - Best Days Photography Grand Opening Day - Chamber Ribbon Cutting 4 p.m.

March 6th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8p.m.

Mississippi River Distilling Co. Boetje's and Mississippi River Distilling Company will take the wraps off of their new collaboration, "Boetje's Bourbon Barrel Aged Mustard", soaked for over a month in used Cody Road Bourbon casks! Fun food and cocktail sampling - 5:30-8p.m.

Wide River Winery is featuring samples of their popular Spicy Sausage Dip along with wine sampling.

129 will be open until midnight.

Artswork will be open until 7pm.

Aunt Hattie's will be open late.

Blue Iguana is offering a Springy Raspberry Peach Margarita for $4 - small; $7 - large. It will be made with MRDC Peach liquor!

Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits will have live music by Bobby Ray Bunch starting at 7:30pm.

Grasshoppers will be open late.

Isabel Bloom will be open until 7pm. Be "wearin' the green" and receive 10% off one sculpture!

Razzleberries will be open late.

Unique Recycled Creations will be open till 7pm serving free hot chocolate and brownie bites.

Urban Classic Home will be open late.

Many other shops open late!  Enjoy our great Restaurants!

 

March 6th - Meet, Eat and Greet Networking Night with Quad Cities Creative Re-users. Reusable Usables will provide appetizers and NA drinks. You are welcome to BYOB. Adults only. Join their group: www.meetup.com/Quad-Cities-Creative-Reuse/ 6:30pm:

 

March 8th - Princeton Community Center Bingo 2nd Sunday of every month 6 - 8p.m.

 

March 9th -14th - Bierstube Celebrates 6th Anniversary! Food and Drink Specials Every Day! Old 57's Live March 14, 8p.m. - Midnight

 

Zion Lutheran, Princeton - Lenten Series of Forums and Reflection each Wednesday in Lent. The schedule will be: 5:30 p.m. Soup Supper, 6:30 p.m. Adult Forum, and 7:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross Liturgy. Each adult forum will look at one aspect of preparing for the end of your life. Topics include :

March 11th - Chaplain Patty Tillman, Genesis Spiritual Care, "The Conversation: Living Well at the End of Life"

March 18th - Wylie Pillers, Pillers and Richmond, "Wills, Trust, and Power of Attorneys"

March 25th - Roger Huff, Thrivent, "Sharing Your Good Fortune".

March 12th - LeClaire Community Library - Retro Gaming Drop in between 6-7:30pm. Classic video game systems like Intellivision, Nintendo, Sega Gensis, and more! Hosted by TAG as part of Teen Tech Week. Open to grades 1st-12th.

March 12th - Tip a Quad City Mallard Night at Bierstube 6-9pm. Come meet the players! Donations will go to the Wounded Warrior Project and Bierstube will match donations

March 14th - Men's Fellowship, sponsored by Zion Lutheran, Princeton, is an opportunity for local men to join for breakfast and conversation the second Saturday of every month at 8:30 a.m. in Zion's basement. All are welcome!

March 14th-17th - Blue Iguana will have Green Beer and Irish Redhead as features in honor of St. Paddy's day.

 

Saturday, March 21st - Blue Iguana is celebrating the first "Tweet" that took place in 2006. If you Tweet a picture of your food while dining with #awesomefood #blueiguana, you can get $5 off your bill.

March 21st - 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. Call Debbie at 563-349-4403 or email Smith5Grand@gmail.com to reserve a table.

March 22nd - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits - Blind Wine Tasting 3-5pm. $15 for 15 wines; you guess the varietals and win Faithful Pilot Prizes. Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

March 23rd - Economic Development Meeting City Hall - 8:00 a.m.

 

March 24th - Chamber Networking Event - Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits 5:30-7pm

 

March 25th - Vino Van Gogh, The Crane & Pelican Café 6:30-9p.m. Painting Dancing Daisies, $38. To sign up for Vino Van Gogh: http://www.vinogogh.com/QuadCities/EventOrder.aspx?id=3116

March 25th - LeClaire Community Library - Adults Book Club Fireplace. This month we'll be reading 'Room' by Emma Donoghue

March 27th - Grace Marine Grand Opening - Ribbon Cutting - 10:00 a.m.

March 28th - Princeton Community Center - Talent Show 7:00 P.M.

 

March 29th- Princeton Community Center - Talent Show 2:00 P.M. - ?

March 29th - YOGART - Family Yoga & Art at Reusable Usables. 3:30pm. $5 donation per family, ages 2 & up. No experience necessary. Bring a water bottles and yoga mats - mats available to rent $2 each. Simple art project using recycled or reusable materials will follow Yoga.

SAVE THE DATE

 

April 3rd - First Friday in LeClaire 5:30-8pm.

April 5th - Bierstube Easter Brunch 7a.m. to noon. $13.95 adults, $7.95 ages 6-12. Children under 5 eat free. Reservations recommended - 563-289-2121

 

April 5th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits Easter Brunch 10am & 12:30pm seating. Three courses for $35 per person. Call 563-289-4156 for reservations.

 

April 15th - The Friends of the Library Annual Spelling Bee 6pm. This year's event will be taking place at City Hall (325 Wisconsin Street) to make more room for participants and their families.

 

April 18th - Cars & Coffee on the LeClaire 9-11a.m. Join their Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/groups/CarsandcoffeeLeClaire/ and keep up on all future Cars & Coffee events. 9-11a.m.

 

April 18th - "Wine Hop" in Downtown LeClaire 4-6pm Enjoy samples of wine at participating businesses. Proceeds to benefit Christmas in LeClaire. More information to follow.

 

April 22nd - LeClaire Community Library - Adults Book Club 'My Name is Mary Sutter' by Robin Oliveira.

 

April 24th-25th LeClaire Girls' Getaway Weekend! Tickets $50 - Dinner at Steventons, Styleshow, door prizes, raffle giveaway, purchase raffle tickets to win a "LeClaire Basket" including Spa Experience for two, overnight stay at Grasshoppers B&B, dinner, and more. Goodie Bags, Sales, Giveaways and Promotions.  Money from the raffle will be donated to "Winnies Place". Seating is limited! Sign up and more information at www.leclairegirlsgetaway.com

 

April 27h - Economic Development Meeting City Hall, 8:00a.m.

 

FYI

 

LeClaire Community Library Teen Advisory Group (TAG): Join our Youth Services Coordinator every 3rd Thursday of the month from 4-5pm for TAG. Help make the library improve their services and programs for teens AND earn service learning credits for school. Email Emily Arnold at eaarnold@leclaireiowa.gov for more details.

Bierstube Lent Features available during Lent! Lemon Whiskey Shrimp, Shrimp PoBoy Sandwich, Shrimp Alfredo, Tilapia and Rainbow Trout.

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.

 

LeClaire Information Center 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 510 N. Cody Road. Contact William Robertson (563) 940-1517 billrobertson@ruhl-ruhl.com

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

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 more information today!

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!

April 18th - Cars and Coffee on the Levee

April 18th - LeClaire Wine Hop!

April 24th-25th - Girls' Getaway Weekend!

 

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

March 24th - Faithful Pilot - Evening/5:30

April 14th -- El Rio - Lunch - noon

06 Mar 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 3/6 - 3/12

By QC Chamber

Focusing entirely on health and lifestyle choices, the Women's Health and Lifestyle Fair returns to the RiverCenter Saturday for it's 24th year. For $1 and one can of food, you can enjoy fitness tips, home decorating advice, cooking facts, and more. Later that evening, "stunningly brilliant" pianist, Joel Fan, performs at the Adler with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra Masterworks V. A combination of rhythmic energy and direct expression help this performance characterize the diversity within American music.

Local bands and artists are taking over the second floor of the River Music Experience on Saturday to support "Music in Education Month." Hosted by Local Scene Magazine, this fundraiser for music education will benefit the Rock Island Schools Foundation music education program. On Tuesday, munch on free popcorn while watching The Big Lebowski for this week's Redstone Reels! Later in the week, get your Bluegrass fix when Henhouse Prowlers perform with Franki Joe & Kinfolk.
Ladies, inexpensively expand your wardrobe at the Shop for Success Spring Sale hosted by Dress for Success Quad Cities. From suits and slacks to handbags and jewelry, find your next favorite work outfit here! Please note this is a cash sale only. All proceeds benefit Dress for Success Quad Cities and their mission to empower women on their journey toward economic self-sufficiency.
Help raise awareness and funds for Wounded Warriors in the QC area on Thursday during the New Kingdom Trailriders' Big Impact for Everyday Heroes event. Featuring a keynote speaker, live entertainment, dinner, live auctions, and more, this event is a fun way to show support of everyday heroes in the Quad Cities.
 Feeling lucky yet? St. Patrick's festivities begin next week! Get your green attire ready and prepare for a day of celebration on Saturday, March 14 with the St. Patrick's Day Grand Parade, CASI's 33rd Annual St. Patrick's Day Race, and a Classic Day o' Fun at Me & Billy.  Stay tuned for more details next week.

 

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