07 Nov 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 11/07/2014

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

CHAMBER NEWSLETTER - DECEMBER 2014! Deadline TODAY, November 7th, 5:00 p.m.!

The December 2014 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode before Thanksgiving! Over 2500 recipients! Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.com, and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. Many of you signed up for each 2014 1/4ly issue and will get your 10% discount and may update your ad for December! Please let us know if you want changes to the ad you ran in September, 2014, or confirm you would like the same ad. 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 Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for the Holidays!!

 

WELCOME NEW MEMBER!

 

Jones Street Java House Located at 204 Jones Street, LeClaire, the Jones Street Java House is a new business owned and operated by the ladies who also own and operate The Shameless Chocoholic, located right next door. Becky Burns and Jen Williams and their staff offer fresh pastries prepared daily, a wide variety of freshly brewed coffees, lattes, teas and more in a warm, casual and inviting atmosphere. Breakfast items and boxed lunches will be available soon! Open early, 7 days per week - 6a.m. Mon-Sat and 7a.m. on Sunday. Meet your friends and neighbors at Jones Street Java House! Facebook.com/JonesStJava - 563-289-1905 Ribbon Cutting - 9a.m. Friday, November 7th.

RIBBON CUTTINGS!

 

November 7th - Jones Street Java House 9:00 a.m. Come help us celebrate the opening of the Java House and enjoy wonderful pastries, coffees, lattes and more! 204 Jones St., LeClaire, right next door to the Shameless Chocoholic!

November 20th - El Rio Spa and Wellness 2 p.m. 1000 Stagecoach Trail - Fitness and Wellness Classes including Yoga, PiYo and Zumba, Spa Services for women and for men, Spa Café.  Come see the beautiful new facilities! www.elriospa.com

 

CALENDAR

 

November 7th - First Friday in LeClaire 5-8p.m.

Mississippi River Distilling Company Food and Spirit Tastings www.mrdistilling.com

Wide River Winery - Serving award winning locally made wines.  www.wideriverwinery.com

Dwellings - Reopen for the Holidays!

Faithful Pilot Cafe - Last night this year for Music by The Matriarchs!
Razzleberries - Booze cake and ukulele drawing!

Restaurants and several shops will be open late!

 

November 7th - Aunt Hattie's Fanciful Emporium New Website Launch! If you are searching for that unique gift, pop culture or looking for the coolest items around, check out Aunt-Hatties.com

 

November 7th, 8th, 9th - Free Automatic Car Wash Weekend! Enright's LeClaire Superwash, Leclaire Noon-5:00p.m. each day!  This weekend also kicks off our Holiday Token Sale featuring 5 Tokens for $20.  Each Token has a $6.50 value!  Tokens make great gifts and can be purchased with cash, check or credit card. Stop in to get your free carwash and sign up for our weekly drawings.  Take advantage of this sale and stock up for the entire winter!  Sale ends January 4th.

November 7th-16th - Isabel Bloom's Great Gift Givers Celebration! Receive a free Reindeer ornament with every $50 purchase! Refreshments, daily drawings, grand prize drawings!

 

November 11th - "Coffee and Conversation" Princeton Community Center Free event Veteran's Day, 8 -10a.m. Board members will welcome all residents of Princeton and surrounding communities to join them for free coffee and good conversation. Princeton Police will give a ten minute report of safety issues in our local community. The Community Center Board encourages everyone to take a few minutes to honor our Veteran's with your friends and neighbors at the Princeton Community Center "Coffee and Conversation". The Princeton Community Center, also known as the Boll's Building, was built in 1908 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

November 13th - Quilt Trunk Show at the LeClaire Community Library 6p.m. We are excited to host Pam from Expressions in Thread for a quilt trunk show!

November 15th - Zion Lutheran Church, Princeton - 10th annual Harvest Feast Celebration 4:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Dinner features all homemade menu of beef stew, apple sauce, breads, pies and a variety of desserts and drinks. Cost is $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children ages 5 to 10. Children under 4 are free. Silent auction, free wine tasting, live auction at 6 p.m., and children's activities.

November 15th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center 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. A "Christmas-themed dinner will be available for purchase starting at 6:30pm (hot turkey sandwich, cheese potatoes and stuffing, cranberry relish, and Christmas cookies). All proceeds will help establish the "Christmas in LeClaire" Benevolent Fund for emergency needs in our community year-round. Reserve your table today at 563-639-4621 or email kettlepopper@gmail.com

November 17th - Economic Development Meeting LeClaire City Hall - 8.a.m.

November 19th - Funding your Paycheck in Retirement - Charles Schwab Davenport Branch, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300 Davenport, IA Presented by Eric Johannes CFP - 10 a.m. Reservations online schwab.com/davenport or call 563-275-3663.

November 20th - El Rio Spa and Wellness Ribbon Cutting 2 p.m -1000 Stagecoach Road - Fitness and Wellness Classes including Yoga, PiYo and Zumba, Spa Services for women and for men, Spa Café.  Come see the beautiful new facilities! www.elriospa.com

November 23rd - LIC Christmas Tree Ornament Deadline LeClaire Information Center will have one large Christmas tree again this year. If you would like to provide a Christmas ornament (it can advertise your business), please drop off the ornament and $5 no later than Sunday, November 23rd. The money will be donated to the Emergency Fund that the Christmas in LeClaire committee has established to aid LeClaire residents in need.

November 29th - Small Business Saturday! Shop, Eat, Relax and Enjoy the Day in LeClaire!!! And, take your photo with the new Scott County Freedom Rock on the Levee from 11am-3pm and share it on Social Media - Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook - for a chance to win a goodie basket from LeClaire merchants. Use #leclaireshopsmall. Visit participating stores to drop off your entry. More information to come!

 

SAVE THE DATE

 

December 5th-7th - Christmas in LeClaire!

Friday December 5th

First Friday in LeClaire! Family Fun! Great Dining and Shopping! 5-8p.m.

Crafts, Baked Goods, Silent Auction - LeClaire Civic Center

Basket Weaver & Yarn Spinner Demonstrations - LeClaire Civic Center

Saturday, December 6th

Breakfast with Santa! - Happy Joe's - 8-10a.m.

Visit Santa! - LeClaire Information Center - 10a.m.-noon

Santa's Playhouse - LeClaire Medic Building - noon-3p.m.

Crafts, Baked Goods, Silent Auction - LeClaire Civic Center

Free Trolley from Dave and Holly's to the Bierstube with stops in between!

Santas from Around the World will Stroll the Streets of LeClaire!

Holiday Junk Fest - Kiddie Karrasel - 10am-6pm

Free Family Drop-in Art - Kiddie Karrasel

Wooden Shoe Maker Demonstration - LeClaire Civic Center

Chainsaw Carver Demonstration - LeClaire Civic Center - Carved Items Auctioned at 3p.m.

Kids "Christmas in LeClaire Dollars" - Shop Santa's Gift Shop! Civic Center Parking Lot - 3-6p.m.
First Saturday in LeClaire - 5-8p.m.

Sunday, December 7th

Crafts, Baked Goods, Silent Auction - LeClaire Civic Center

Free Trolley from the Bierstube to Dave and Holly's with stops in between!

Santas from Around the World will Stroll the Streets of LeClaire!

Kids "Christmas in LeClaire Dollars" - Shop Santa's Gift Shop! Civic Center Parking Lot - 12-3p.m.

Rope Maker Demonstration - LeClaire Civic Center

Free Family Drop-in Art - Kiddie Karrasel

Music of QC Flutes Unlimited - Buffalo Bill Museum - 2-3p.m.

For more information, contact Diane at 563-370-3509.

December 17th - Exchange Traded  Funds  Explained - Charles Schwab Davenport Branch, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300 Davenport, IA Presented by Eric Johannes CFP - 10 a.m. Reservations online schwab.com/davenport or call 563-275-3663.

December 24th - Zion Lutheran Church, Princeton - Christmas Eve Service 5:00 p.m.  All are invited to attend.

FYI

 

The Crane & Pelican will be featuring a special Sliders & Suds menu on Thursday nights from 5pm-9pm. Every Thursday night you can come get 3 gourmet sliders and hand-cut chips for $10 and 3 8oz sample pours of our delicious beers for $5.The menu will change monthly and will be posted at www.craneandpelican.com

Aunt Hattie's Fanciful Emporium in downtown LeClaire was one of the Winners of the Locals Love Us Awards in the category of favorite Quad Cities Gift Shops!

Aunt Hattie's will be open until 8PM on Fridays & Saturdays starting Nov. 8, until Dec, 19, 2014. Please follow Aunt Hattie's on FACE BOOK for any changes or updates.

 

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

LeClaire Community Library SHIIP Medicare Enrollment Assistance. A representative from SHIIP will be here November 4th and November 18th from 12-3pm to answer any questions community-area seniors may have regarding Open Enrollment for Medicare. SHIIP is a service of the State of Iowa. All services are free, confidential and objective.

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Men's group Saturday at 7:30 am at church; there are donuts, coffee, discussion and Bible Study, plus really great guys! What more could you ask?

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Office Space for Lease - Downtown LeClaire - 117 S. Cody Road, LeClaire, Iowa. $655/month. Please call 563-289-1984

Commercial Property for Sale 613-617 N Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Description: 0.64 acres of development land available on Cody Road.  This "ready to build" property is located on a high ground lot with an exceptional view of the river.  Possibility for a dock installation with city inceptives possible.  Land could be developed for multi-family, condo, possible office or mixed use.  For more information, please contact Jeff R. Heuer, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jheuer@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5107. Website Link for More Information:  http://www.ruhlcommercial.com/Page/Property.aspx?mls=7030973

Commercial Property for Sale Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Description: Price recently reduced on this great Riverfront Development opportunity located on the main shopping corridor in downtown LeClaire.  Strong market for retail and apartments or condominiums.  Lot totals 0.28 acres (180' X 70').  For more information, please contact John G. Ruhl, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jruhl@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5126. Website Link for More Information: http://www.ruhlcommercial.com/Page/Property.aspx?mls=7031174

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!

November 7 - First Friday in LeClaire

December 5 - First Friday in LeClaire

December 5-7 - Christmas in LeClaire

January 31 - LeClaire Chamber Annual Awards Dinner - Steventon's

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

November 11 - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

December 9 - Subway - lunch - noon

07 Nov 2014

MALLARDS PULL AWAY FROM BEAST 5-1

By Brian Lavelle

BRAMPTON, Ont. (November 6, 2014) - Jeff Lee scored twice and added an assist and Evan Mosher made 35 saves as the Quad City Mallards (3-3-0-0) ripped off five unanswered goals on the way to a 5-1 victory over the host Brampton Beast (0-4-1-0) Thursday night.

The Mallard attack came alive only after Brampton's Tyler Donati swept in the opening goal from close range at 9:27 of the second period.  The Mallards were on the power play when Matt Duffy tied the game by sweeping home Justin Fox's goalmouth feed just 66 seconds later.  Mario Lamoureux gave the Mallards their first lead from the doorstep with just 7 seconds left in the second.

A mere 31 seconds into the third period, Joe Perry doubled the Mallard advantage from point blank range.  Lee pounced on a rebound to stretch gap to 4-1 at 16:50 of the third and capped off the win at 18:51 with a wrist shot from the slot.

Mosher was at his busiest in the third period, stopping 14 shots to set the stage for his teammates to put the Beast away.

The Mallards and Beast meet again tomorrow night in Brampton.  The Mallards next play at home Wednesday, November 19 at 7:05 p.m. against the Tulsa Oilers.  Fans can purchase four tickets to any Mallards Wednesday home game for just $20.  In addition, after each Wednesday home contest, fans can join the Mallards at T.G.I. Friday's on River Drive in Moline- adjacent to the iWireless Center- for a postgame party.

Single game tickets for all remaining Mallards regular season home games- including the November 19 tilt- are on sale now at the iWireless Center box office, Ticketmaster outlets, ticketmaster.com and Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.  Tickets are available for $10, $16, $20 and $28.
07 Nov 2014

Veteran's Day Celebrations

By Rick Martin

CASI Pays Tribute To QCA Veterans With A Swing Dance & Breakfast

 

Davenport, IA - The Center For Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) will pay tribute to Quad City area veterans with two special events honoring their service and dedication to our country.

The first event is the annual USO Dance, 7-10 pm, on Friday, November 7. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door.  The night will feature music from the Big Band Era from the Tony Hamilton Orchestra.  Larry and Diane Breitbach will provide free swing dance lessons at 6:15 pm.  A cash bar and snacks are also available.  This is event is sponsored by CASI and PLUS 60.

On Monday, November 10, CASI and Ridgecrest Village will be hosting "Honoring Our Heroes - Past, Present, & Future."  Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and a free breakfast will be served starting at 7:45 a.m. to veterans, active duty military, and ROTC.

Bob Morrison of Ridgecrest Village and Honor Flight of the Quad Cities and KWQC-TV6's Gary Metivier will speak at the breakfast. Bob has been the driving force behind the Honor Flight of the Quad Cities working tirelessly to get our Quad City veterans to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials dedicated to honoring their sacrifices. Gary is an award-winning author and journalist most recently publishing "Saluting Grandpa" inspired by a true story, with a forward by NBC's Tom Brokaw, this book is a wonderful celebration of our veterans. Gary will have his book available at the event and proceeds benefit the Honor Flight.

Seating is for Honoring Our Heroes is limited to 150 and reservations are required. The event is free to veterans, active duty military, and ROTC. Call CASI at 563-386-7477 to make a reservation. Tickets for non-military are available for $5.00.

Please join us as we honor and celebrate the heroes that have served our Country.

CASI was established in 1972 and serves the needs of older adults by providing a variety of events and activities focused on health and wellness, social engagement, lifelong learning, and community involvement.  CASI also provides a senior advocacy program to assist older adults, their families, and caregivers in needs assessment and referral for services.  Jane's Place at CASI is the only adult day services center in Eastern Iowa serving adults with Alzheimer's and dementia.  Please contact CASI for additional information.
07 Nov 2014

Get tickets for Counting Crows before they are gone!

By Adler Theatre

Tues., Dec.16 7:30 p.m.
Counting Crows with Twin Forks

Counting Crows have sold more than 20 million albums worldwide after exploding onto the music scene with their multiplatinum breakout album August and Everything After in 1993. Known for creating unique and innovative concerts and consistently ranked as one of the top live bands performing today, this concert is not to be missed!

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07 Nov 2014

The Passing of Representative Lane Evans

By Various Sources

Funeral Arrangements set for Former U.S. Rep. Lane Evans

Funeral arrangements for former U.S. Rep. Lane Evans are as follows:

* Visitation will be from 12 noon-6:00 p.m. at Esterdahl Mortuary (6601-38th Avenue in Moline) on Saturday & Sunday, November 8 & 9.

* Funeral will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, November 10, at Sacred Heart Church (1608-13th Street in Moline).

Former U.S. Rep. Lane Evans, who represented the 17th Congressional District from January 1983 through 2006, passed away November 5th after a long, courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Evans, who was born in 1951, graduated from Alleman High School and served in the Marines from 1969-71. He graduated Magna Cum Laude from Augustana College in 1974, and earned his law degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1977.

Throughout his congressional career, he was lauded as a champion of organized labor and veterans. In 2010, the Navy Operational Support Center on Arsenal Island was officially renamed the Lane Evans Navy and Marine Corps Reserve Center.

He won every one of his congressional campaigns, starting with his 1982 victory against Ken McMillan. His final win came in 2004, and he left Congress in 2006 due to Parkinson's disease.

Statements on the Passing of Lane Evans

Today, Congressman Dave Loebsack released the following statement on the passing of former Congressman Lane Evans:

"I was incredibly saddened to hear about the passing of Lane Evans last night after his long battle with Parkinson's disease.  He left us far before his time, but will always be remembered for what he did for our nation's veterans and his strong advocacy for rural Americans.  It is an honor to represent the Iowa side of the Quad Cities that he called home."

Former U.S. Rep. Phil Hare, who served as Lane Evans' District Director for his entire tenure in Congress, said, "Lane was an extraordinary, ordinary man. Lane's legacy of a politics of purpose and principle will live on in the thousands of people he touched."

U.S. Senator Dick Durbin said, "Illinois lost one of its kindest, most caring public servants with the passing of my friend and colleague, Lane Evans ... When I last visited him, I told him our friend Barack Obama still remembered his quiet courage as a Congressman ... Thank heavens for Lane Evans."

U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos said, "Lane Evans will be sorely missed by all those who he touched, but his legacy of service will never be forgotten."

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) today issued the following statement regarding the passing of former U.S. Representative Lane Evans.

"Lane Evans embodied the picture of a dedicated public servant. His commitment to protecting our servicemen and women has helped thousands of returning veterans receive the treatment and care that they deserve. As a stalwart of progressive politics in the Quad Cities, his work to boost the middle class and provide a fair shot for all has impacted countless eastern Iowans. Lane was a proud Marine and was always a gentleman. Today, Ruth and I extend our deepest condolences to Representative Evans' family, friends on this tragic loss."

CHICAGO – Nov. 6, 2014. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon today issued the following statement on the passing of former U.S. Rep. Lane Evans, who represented Illinoisans in Congress for 24 years.

"Lane Evans dedicated his life to serving the people of Illinois, and I am deeply saddened by his passing.

"During his long career representing Illinois, Lane worked closely with my father in Washington. His life represents the ideal of public service. My thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues."

Evans, 63, had been battling Parkinson's disease. A U.S. marine who worked to help fellow servicemen affected by exposure to Agent Orange, Evans served in the 17th Congressional District of Illinois from 1982 until 2006.

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07 Nov 2014

38th DPS Basic Academy Set to Graduate

By Alex Murphy
Johnston, IOWA - The Iowa Department of Public Safety is proud to announce the graduation of 13 male and female recruits from the Iowa Department of Public Safety's 38th Basic Academy.

Recruit Jeremy Sabin, of Davenport, is one of 13 recruits graduating from the DPS Basic Academy tomorrow.
The 13 recruits will be sworn in as peace officers for the State of Iowa during the commencement ceremony at 10:00AM, Friday, November 7, 2014, at the Iowa Army National Guard Freedom Center at Camp Dodge.

Once sworn-in, these recruits will serve the State as Troopers with the Iowa State Patrol.

For the past 20 weeks, these recruits have completed courses on laws of arrest, search and seizures, defensive tactics, arrest techniques, precision driving, firearms, emergency management services, criminal law, human relations, physical fitness and motor vehicle law, along with many other courses.

Members of the media and the public are invited to attend the commencement ceremony at 10:00AM and a DPS Promotional/Oath of Office Ceremony to be held at the Freedom Center, Camp Dodge at 1:00PM.

For any further questions, please contact Alex Murphy, Commissioner's Office, Iowa Department of Public Safety, at (515) 443-3014.
07 Nov 2014

National Math Competition for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students

By Greg Livadas

RIT has hosted popular contest for middle school students for eight years

Middle school students can participate in Rochester Institute of Technology's eighth annual Math Competition for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing, April 10-12, 2015, at RIT's National Technical Institute for the Deaf in Rochester, N.Y.

This competition is designed to promote math as fun and engaging and features three rounds that test speed and accuracy, teamwork and additional math skills.

Coaches and students can find the registration form and more information online at www.rit.edu/NTID/mathcompetition. There is a $90 registration fee for each team of four students, and a $25 registration fee for students who register individually.

The registration deadline is Dec. 15, 2014. Parents and teachers are encouraged to attend as well.

One of nine colleges of RIT, NTID was established by Congress in 1965 to provide college opportunities for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals who were underemployed in technical fields. Today, 1,387 students attend NTID; more than 1,200 are deaf or hard of hearing. Others are hearing students enrolled in interpreting or deaf education programs. RIT is the most accessible campus for deaf students, providing unparalleled support services with more than 150 interpreters, tutors and notetakers who support students in and out of the classroom.

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Rochester Institute of Technology is internationally recognized for academic leadership in business, computing, engineering, imaging science, liberal arts, sustainability, and fine and applied arts. In addition, the university offers unparalleled support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. RIT enrolls 18,000 full- and part-time students in more than 200 career-oriented and professional programs, and its cooperative education program is one of the oldest and largest in the nation.

For three decades, U.S. News & World Report has ranked RIT among the nation's leading comprehensive universities. RIT is featured in The Princeton Review's 2015 edition of The Best 379 Colleges, its Guide to 332 Green Colleges and The Fiske Guide to Colleges 2015.

To see more of RIT's rankings and recognition, go to www.rit.edu/overview/rankings-and-recognition.

07 Nov 2014

Rock Island Library Adds Flipster, a New Online Magazine Service

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: As of Nov. 1, the Rock Island Public Library will flip to a new digital magazine service for readers.  Flipster™ , from EBSCO Information Services,  allows library patrons to read the latest issues of high quality digital versions of popular magazines on a computer or mobile device.  The service is free to use with a Rock Island Library card.

"Using Flipster is so easy. Patrons simply log in with their library card number from the link off our website," said Natalie Struecker, Rock Island Library Reference and Adult Services Manager. "There's no need to create an account."

Flipster provides easy access to digital magazines for online browsing via a computer desktop or any mobile device. Patrons can access the content via Rock Island Library computers or remotely at home, adding 24-hour access to titles in the library's subscription.  A download app for offline magazine reading is available for iPad users, with another currently in development for Android devices.

Popular titles in the Rock Island Library subscription include People, Entertainment Weekly, Consumer Reports, Jet, and Sports illustrated. [Full list below.]

Flipster replaces a previous Rock Island Library subscription to Zinio. "We're continually evaluating the online products and services we offer to meet patron demand for easy-to-use services they can use anywhere, anytime," said Struecker. She added that patrons may suggest other titles to add to Flipster by filling out a patron comment form at any Rock Island Library.

To start using Flipster, begin with the Download icon on the library website, www.rockislandlibrary.org.

For more events and services at Rock Island Public Libraries, visit the library website, follow the library on Facebook or Twitter, or call 309-732-7323.

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07 Nov 2014

Local Businesses Offer Veterans Free Stuff

By Kevin Behan

When we see men and women in military uniforms, many of us want to walk up and thank them for devoting their lives to preserve our freedom. Many national chains with locations in our area are doing just that by offering veterans free stuff for Veterans Day and beyond.

 

  • Great Clips, the world's largest hair salon brand, is offering veterans a free hair cut from November 11 through Dec. 31 2014. Customers come in for a service on Veterans Day (Nov. 11) and get a free haircut card to give to a veteran, redeemable through the end of 2014.   
  • Golden Corral, the nation's #1 grill buffet franchise, is offering veterans a free buffet meal and beverage on November 17 from 5-9PM.
  • Great Clips Free Haircut For Veterans 

Great Clips, the world's largest hair salon brand, is giving veterans a free haircut from Veteran's Day, November 11, through Dec. 31 2014.

 

How It Works:

  • Customers come into any U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 and, with the purchase of a service, receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran.
  • Limit one card per customer.
  • The free haircut cards are redeemable by veterans at any U.S. Great Clips from Nov. 11-Dec. 31, 2014 with proof of service. The promotion applies to veterans only.
  • Veterans who visit Great Clips in the U.S. on Nov. 11 receive either a free haircut that day or a free haircut card to redeem by Dec. 31. AfterNov. 11, veterans must have a free haircut card to get the free haircut.

 

  • Golden Corral Free Meal and Beverage for Veterans

Golden Corral, the nation's #1 grill buffet franchise, will thank thousands of active-duty and retired U.S. military personnel for their service with a free dinner buffet and beverage, while raising donations for the DAV (Disabled American Veterans).  At all of its restaurants nationwide, Golden Corral will serve free dinner buffets with beverage from  5PM to 9PM on Monday Nov. 17 to any person who is serving or has served in a United States Military branch, including the National Guard and Reserves - identification is not required.

07 Nov 2014

Heroes Replica Trophy Begins Tour Across Iowa, Nebraska Hy-Vee Stores

By Tara Deering-Hansen

Football fans get chance to view trophy, support American Red Cross and win tickets to Nov. 28 matchup between Hawkeyes-Cornhuskers

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (Oct. 24, 2014) – When the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Nebraska Cornhuskers meet in Kinnick Stadium on Nov. 28 for the fourth annual Hy-Vee Heroes Game, there will be more than Big Ten Conference bragging rights at stake.

Along with honoring local heroes and helping raise funds to­ benefit the American Red Cross, the game will determine which team gets to take home the coveted Heroes Trophy, which currently resides in Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City following last year`s 38-17 Iowa victory.

In anticipation of the 2014 rematch, Hy-Vee stores in Iowa and Nebraska are hosting a Heroes Game Replica Trophy Tour from Saturday through Nov. 22. A replica of the Heroes Game Trophy will be on display in 29 different Hy-Vee stores, where customers will have the opportunity to register to win tickets to the game and other prizes. Volunteers with the American Red Cross will assist with transporting the trophy from one stop to the next along the tour route.

"The Iowa-Nebraska football game is a great sports rivalry, and we wanted to give football fans in both states a chance to be part of the excitement," said Darin Hirl, director of event marketing for Hy-Vee. "When the trophy stops in their area, customers can come by to view it, register to win tickets to the game and support the Red Cross, all while supporting their favorite teams."

Again this year, Hy-Vee and the two universities will use the national stage created by the Heroes Game to salute individuals and organizations for acts of heroism in their communities. One citizen-hero from each state will be invited to attend the game as a special guest of the teams, receive on-field recognition and have his or her name inscribed on the game trophy.

Following is the itinerary for the 2014 Heroes Game Replica Trophy Tour:


Oct. 25                  Hy-Vee, 5020 N. 27th St.                            Lincoln, Neb.

Oct. 26                  Hy-Vee, 6001 Village Drive                          Lincoln, Neb.

Oct. 27                  Hy-Vee, 16418 Westside Drive                   Plattsmouth, Neb.

Oct. 28                  Hy-Vee, 8809 W. Center Road                    Omaha, Neb.

Oct. 29                  Hy-Vee, 10808 Fort St.                                Omaha, Neb.

Oct. 30                  Hy-Vee, 747 N. 132nd St.                              Omaha, Neb.

Oct. 31                  Hy-Vee, 2827 Hamilton Blvd.                       Sioux City, Iowa

Nov. 1                   Hy-Vee, 1300 N. Second St.                         Cherokee, Iowa

Nov. 2                   Hy-Vee, 611 10th Ave. N.                             Humboldt, Iowa

Nov. 3                   Hy-Vee, 1111 Eighth St.                                Boone, Iowa

Nov. 4                   Hy-Vee, 2510 SW State St.                           Ankeny, Iowa

Nov. 5                   Hy-Vee, 1005 E. Hickman Road                   Waukee, Iowa

Nov. 6                   Hy-Vee, 1700 Valley West Drive                West Des Moines, Iowa

Nov. 7                   Hy-Vee, 1725 Jordan Creek Parkway       West Des Moines, Iowa

Nov. 8                   Hy-Vee, 510 W. McLane St.                         Osceola, Iowa

Nov. 9                   Hy-Vee, 609 N. 18th St.                                Centerville, Iowa

Nov. 10                 Hy-Vee, 1025 N. Quincy Ave.                      Ottumwa, Iowa

Nov. 11                 Hy-Vee, 1700 E. Washington St.                 Mount Pleasant, Iowa

Nov. 12                 Hy-Vee, 528 Highway 1 S.                             Washington, Iowa

Nov. 13                 Hy-Vee, 2400 Second Ave.                           Muscatine, Iowa

Nov. 14                 Hy-Vee, 3019 Rockingham Road                Davenport, Iowa

Nov. 15                 Hy-Vee, 1823 E. Kimberly Road                  Davenport, Iowa

Nov. 16                 Hy-Vee, 2395 NW Arterial                       Dubuque, Iowa

Nov. 17                 Hy-Vee, 3600 Business Hwy 151 E.            Marion, Iowa

Nov. 18                 Hy-Vee, 3235 Oakland Road NE                 Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Nov. 19                 Hy-Vee, 1201 N. Dodge St.                           Iowa City, Iowa

Nov. 20                 Hy-Vee, 1914 Eighth St.                            Coralville, Iowa

Nov. 21                 Hy-Vee, 812 S. First Ave.                           Iowa City, Iowa

Nov. 22                 Hy-Vee, 1720 Waterfront Drive                 Iowa City, Iowa

 

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