26 Sep 2014

Citispoon Partners with Quad Cities Dining Guide

By No Author

We're excited to announce that Citispoon has partnered with Quad Cities Dining Guide; the essential guide to restaurants, helping its readers to prepay for their dining experience and provide real time table availability to top dining spots through our dining apps coming out this fall. Now Quad Cities Dining Guide readers can access restaurant tables easily via the magazine's website.

Check out Citispoon on Quad Cities Dining Guide.com here.

Quad Cities Dining Guide.com shares in our mission of making it easy for everyone to have access to that highly desirable table. Together we can reach an even wider audience of passionate diners who seek the convenience Citispoon offers.

Please tell your friends to check Citispoon out on Quad Cities Dining Guide.

26 Sep 2014

FREE Top Teacher Seminar: RSVP for the Workshop!

By G A H C

Saturday, Oct. 18th, 2014; 9:30-3:00

Certification from WIU

Presented by the Goethe Institute and

Hosted by the German American Heritage Center

The German American Heritage Center is proud to bring an outstanding professional development workshop to regional teachers. If you are a teacher in the field of social studies, history, sociology, environmental studies, pre-engineering, sports or German language then this workshop is for you.

A certificate for 6 hours of attendance credit is available from Western Illinois University for this event. Participation is free to all attending teachers. The presenter and materials are furnished to us by the Goethe Institute, which is funded as a cultural arm of the German government and we can assure you of their high quality. A similar workshop was held in 2012 with outstanding results.

The workshop will include information on how you may qualify for a free, all-expense study trip to Germany. A 2012 recipient of this award came from the North Scott School District, and it would be exciting to see another area educator take part in the next round!

Snacks and Lunch Provided

Questions?   Contact Janet Brown-Lowe, Executive Director (563) 322-8844 or admin@gahc.org

26 Sep 2014

WACOAL HOSTS FIT FOR THE CURE® EVENT TO HELP FIGHT BREAST CANCER

By Hannah Rood

--Free bra fittings to help women look good, and do good--

WHAT: Join Wacoal in its mission to help end breast cancer with Fit for the Cure®! Participate in a Fit for the Cure event and receive a complimentary bra fitting from a Wacoal fit specialist. For every woman that participates, Wacoal will donate $2 to Susan G. Komen® for breast cancer research and community health programs. Wacoal will also donate an additional $2 for every Wacoal bra, shapewear piece or b.tempt'd bra purchased at these events. 

For nearly 15 years, Wacoal has swept the nation educating and fitting more than 604,000 women across 411 cities about the importance of bra fit, foundation and overall breast health. To date, through Fit for the Cure, Wacoal has donated nearly $4 million to Susan G. Komen.

During the month of October, Wacoal will also donate $2 to Susan G. Komen for each item purchased from the Embrace Lace collection in support of Breast Cancer Awareness (BCA) month. Supporters will receive a free gift with the purchase of $80 or more from the Wacoal Embrace Lace collection. 

This year, Wacoal also offers an exclusive limited edition silver strap to provide further support to women in need, through a partnership with Hollye Jacobs, award-winning blogger, breast cancer survivor and author of New York Times best-seller The Silver Lining: A Supportive and Insightful Guide to Breast Cancer. All proceeds from sales of the silver strap will go to provide copies of the book to women going through treatment in communities across the country.

WHY: Research shows that 8 out of 10 women are wearing the wrong sized bra. Women should be professionally fitted for a bra once a year to ensure their bra size has not changed as a result of fluctuations in their body.  

   

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in American women and accounts for 26% of all cancers among women.  Conducting monthly breast self-examination is an important way to detect abnormalities at an early stage. Take 15 minutes to meet with a Wacoal fit expert while contributing to an important cause and sign up for a monthly reminder e-mail that could ultimately save your life.  

WHEN: Friday, October 10, 2014

10am - 4pm

Dillards - Northpark Mall

320 W Kimberly Rd.

Davenport, IA

(563) 388 - 7954

For more information or to schedule interviews, please contact:

Hannah Rood or Jessica Nadaud

hrood@lsagency.com or jnadaud@lsagency.com

26 Sep 2014

Join us STEM Teachers/Educators Night Out Event

By Pat Barnes

This free event will include free pop/pizza provided by QCESC, a review of major STEM events calendar, an overview of host school's STEM program, and input from other schools attending the meeting. This is a great networking opportunity for sharing STEM successes and learning.

STEM Teachers/Educators Night Out Event
Oct. 1st - 6:00 - 8:10 PM at Western Illinois University,
3300 River Drive, Moline, Illinois

To attend this free event, the only requirement is that you need to pre-register which only takes a minute using the On-line Google Form. This helps insure we have adequate food and space.

Details and Full Agenda can be found at:
http://www.qcesc.org/qcesc_teachers.html#STEM_Teachers_Night_Out

Please forward to other STEM Educators who would be interested in attending!

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Also, consider supporting the QCESC STEM Trivia Night - Oct 4, 2014
The non-profit Quad City Engineering and Science Council (QCESC) invites you to participate in the 2nd Annual QCESC STEM Trivia Night,
Saturday, October 4, 2014 at the Putnam Museum.

All proceeds will go to the QCESC to support scholarships and student outreach in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

Trivia will consist of 10 rounds of 10 general knowledge questions. 
You DON'T have to be a genius to play and have fun!

PRE-REGISTER a Team Today! | View Details and Flyer Here

If you have questions regarding the event or with pre-registering contact Chris at 563-505-6703 or e-mail Chris@ccx.net

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26 Sep 2014

Brucemore's Historic Neighborhood Walk

By Rick Martin
Did you know the land surrounding Brucemore was originally developed as the first golf course in Cedar Rapids? Or that the world-famous artist Grant Wood designed windows, murals, and woodwork, leaving his mark on the interiors of several Cedar Rapids homes? Listen to fascinating stories about the rich history and architecture of the neighborhood just outside Brucemore's gates on the Historic Neighborhood Walk on October 2 at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $15 per person and $12 per Brucemore member and includes a Historic Neighborhood Tour flipbook. Space is limited; purchase tickets online at www.brucemore.org or by calling (319) 362-7375. 

The Historic Neighborhood Walk is part of Brucemore's Thursday Night Lineup. Every Thursday night Brucemore will feature a different specialty tour focusing on topics for all interests, including arts and culture, Midwestern industry, gardening, landscape design, architecture, preservation, behind-the-scenes at Brucemore, and growing up in the early twentieth century. For more information on the Thursday Night Lineup or upcoming events, visit www.brucemore.org or call (319) 362-7375.  

 

About Brucemore

Experience Brucemore, an unparalleled blend of tradition and culture, located at 2160 Linden Drive SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. At the heart of the historic 26-acre estate stands a nineteenth-century mansion filled with the stories of three Cedar Rapids families.  Concerts, theater, programs, and tours enliven the site and celebrate the heritage of a community.  For more information, call (319) 362-7375 or visit www.brucemore.org.

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26 Sep 2014

PATE ANNOUNCES TECHNOLOGY PLAN TO SIMPLIFY MILITARY VOTING

By Pate for Iowa

TURNS A 60 DAY PROCESS INTO 5 MINUTES

 

 

(Cedar Rapids, IA)  Today, former Iowa Secretary of State and Mayor of Cedar Rapids, Paul D. Pate released his plan to use technology to make it easier for those serving in the military to vote.

 

"I am committed to ensuring those who defend our freedoms have every viable option to participate in our elections."   My goal is to make Iowa one of the top states in military voting by pursuing state of art technology which allow overseas military voters to turn a 60-day process into less than a 5 minute transaction," stated Pate.

 

Pate unveiled today he will pursue funding sources from the Department of Defense to implement innovative technology like South Dakota's military voting program.  The Department of Defense office of Federal Voting Assistance previously made grants available to help fund improved technology.

 

By combining advanced technology and using the security of the Common Access Card (CAC) issued by the Department of Defense for validation, military absentee voting will be secure and simplified for military voters to register to vote, request and receive an absentee ballot and mark an absentee ballot within a few minutes.  The absentee ballot is then printed and returned to the local county auditor for counting.  This new technology significantly reduces paperwork required by our military personnel and substantially shortens the process while increasing security.  The Common Access Card issued by the Department of Defense which verifies and authenticates the identity of the military voter is the key component

 

Pate shared, "I believe, if new technology is available that allow our military personnel secure an easy access to voting we should honor them with our efforts to make this possible.  Currently, as a result of diligent efforts put forth by our local county auditors and the Secretary of State's office, Iowa is recognized as an "All Star" state by the Military Voter Protection Project."

 

A lifelong Iowan and small business owner, Pate is recognized as a Patriotic Employer by the National Committee for Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve.

 

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26 Sep 2014

"Masterworks I: Into a New World" Presents Powerful Musical Selections

By Rick Martin

IA/IL QUAD-CITIES - The Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO) celebrates its century of orchestral music with the return of celebrated American Master pianist Garrick Ohlsson, performing what may be the most challenging concerto for piano - Sergei Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto. His performance is just one of the highlights of a musical presentation entitled Masterworks I: Into a New World.

Masterworks I: Into a New World will be held 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 4 at the Adler Theatre, Davenport, IA, and 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 5 at Centennial Hall, Augustana College, Rock Island, IL. QCSO Music Director and Conductor Mark Russell Smith will lead the orchestra. In addition to the Third Piano Concerto, the evening will include a world premiere composition by John Frantzen entitled "Beyond a Wild Dream," as well as Antonín Dvo?ák's New World Symphony.

"We choose the pieces for the first Masterworks performance of our 100th Season to be powerful, energetic and exhilarating," said Smith. "This will be a performance that audience members will remember for years to come." 

Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto - Hard to Play, Easy to Love

Masterworks I will be Garrick Ohlsson's fourth performance with the QCSO. He last appeared with the Symphony in 1989. Ohlsson launched his career in 1970 when he became the first American to win the International Frédéric Chopin Piano Competition. He is an Avery Fisher Prize laureate, placing him alongside such luminaries as Midori and Yo-Yo Ma, and a Grammy Award winner for his recording of Beethoven's Sonatas.

According to QCSO Executive Director Benjamin Loeb, Rachmaninoff's Third Piano Concerto is a beautiful but monstrously difficult work for most pianists to play. "The piece requires large stretches of the hand, as well as tremendous energy," he said. "Garrick Ohlsson is a powerful musician, well-suited to playing the Third Piano Concerto. He can perform this composition with ease and majesty. He holds sovereign control over this piece." 

Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) was a Russian composer, pianist, and conductor. The early influence of Tchaikovsky, Rimsky-Korsakov, and other Russian composers gave his work a rich, expressive personal style. The Third Piano Concerto was first performed in public on Nov. 28, 1909 by Rachmaninoff himself. It was not until the 1930s that the Third Piano Concerto became popular, thanks largely to the advocacy of famed pianist Vladimir Horowitz.

Frantzen's "Beyond a Wild Dream" - An Energetic World Premiere

According to Loeb, the 2014-2015 Masterworks series will present the world premieres of five compositions. Masterworks I: Into a New World will offer the first premiere: "Beyond a Wild Dream" by John Frantzen, who grew up in Maquoketa, Iowa. "We are proud to be able to present a colorful, energetic composition by Frantzen," said Loeb. "Creators of symphonic music can come from any part of the globe - and they can be local, too. In addition to Frantzen, we also work with composers who are instructors at Augustana College and St. Ambrose University." 

John Frantzen now lives in Los Angeles, where he writes music in all genres including concert, chamber, dance, sound installations and film. He has collaborated with artists from around the world, including a recent sound installation created for his sister Rose Frantzen's art exhibit at Davenport's Figge Museum. 

"In writing 'Beyond a Wild Dream' for the Quad City Symphony Orchestra," Frantzen said, "I did some research to see what it would have been like to attend the very first symphony performance in the Quad-Cities - or Tri-Cities, as it was called 100 years ago. That performance included passionate works by Tchaikovsky and Wagner, among others. At that time, it was a wild dream to start an orchestra in the Tri-Cities, but still, citizens felt the need to support the arts in the community, no matter how big or small. My composition pays homage to that noble spirit."

Frantzen's musical career began when he was a student in Maquoketa, playing trombone for the school bands. During those years, he placed second in a national song-writing competition. "I loved being part of the band," he said, "and realized I had a passion to create. That made me want to become a composer." He received a full scholarship to Arizona State University as a trombonist and later completed a masters in composition at the Manhattan School of Music in New York. This development led to the successful career he is having today.

Dvo?ák's "From the New World" - Inspired by a Trip to America

The final piece of the evening comes from composer Antonín Dvo?ák (1841-1904), a citizen of what is now the Czech Republic. He was noted for his skill in turning folk material into the language of 19th-century Romantic music. In 1892, he accepted the post of Director of the National Conservatory of Music in New York.

During his three years in the United States, Dvo?ák traveled as far west as Iowa. His trip to America proved to be inspiring and productive. It led him to create the piece that widely became regarded as his signature work: the four-movement Symphony No. 9 in E Minor "From the New World," also known as "The New World Symphony." 

"We chose the New World Symphony because it is one of the most beloved pieces in the QCSO repertoire," said Loeb. "It is a lively, colorful composition that has been very popular with our patrons in the past, and its great energy makes it a perfect companion for the other musical selections." 

Quad City Symphony Orchestra tickets are available at the QCSO box office at 327 Brady St., Davenport, IA. You can also call the QCSO at (563) 322-7276 or visit www.qcso.org. For more information on future offerings from QCSO, be sure to download the full 100th Season brochure at www.qcso.org/calendar.html.

26 Sep 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 09/26/2014

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

FREEDOM ROCK

Painting of the Freedom Rock on the LeClaire Levee should begin on October 2nd and will only take a week to 10 days to complete. The 7.5 ton granite stone will be covered with a tent during the painting. The artist, Ray "Bubba" Sorensen, will come out from the tent from time to time to talk to the public. See Freedom Rock Tour - Scott County on Facebook, or go to www.thefreedomrock.com for more information.

 

OPENING ON LECLAIRE CITY COUNCIL

As of September 16, 2014, there exists a vacancy on the LeClaire City Council.  It is the intent of the City Council to fill this vacancy by appointment after having solicited and received applications and interviewing prospective candidates. Application forms may be obtained on the City's website (Board & Committee Membership Application), or at City Hall during regular business hours.  To be considered, applications and any other supporting materials should be received by the City Clerk at City Hall no later than the close of business (5:00 p.m.) on Wednesday, October 8, 2014.  Prospective candidates will be interviewed by the City Council at the Committee-of-the-Whole meeting to be held on Monday, October 13, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.  This appointment is expected to be formally considered at the Council meeting to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 20, 2014 - if within fourteen days after publication of this notice, or within fourteen days after the appointment is made, there is filed with the City Clerk a petition which requests a special election to fill the vacancy, the appointment to fill the vacancy is temporary and the Council shall call a special election to fill the vacancy permanently. For further information, or if you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact City Hall during regular business hours, 325 Wisconsin Street, LeClaire, IA - 563-289-4242

 

BUSINESS FAIR

October 9th - LeClaire Community Library/LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Business Fair LeClaire Community Library, 5:30p.m. An informational program to help drive new interest in opening a business in LeClaire. Programs include How to Obtain Small Business Loans, SCORE Business Mentoring Program, Tax Increment Financing (TIF) 101, and Local Businesses & Local Libraries Working Together. Individuals from the Chamber and a small panel of business owners will speak. Free event, open to the public. Please register in advance beginning September 8th at the Library or call 563-289-4242, ext. 4, or email library@leclaire.gov or contact the Chamber, leclairechamber@gmail.com

 

CALENDAR

 

September 21st through October 26th - Dahl Ford - "Underwear Because We Care!" Every year hundreds of people in the Quad Cities go without the basic necessity of undergarments. This is a campaign to collect & distribute the necessity to those who are in need. We will be collecting these donated items for men, women & kids: New Underwear, New Socks, New Bras, New Undershirts & Camisoles, Lightly Used Prosthetic Bras. Please drop items off at Dahl Ford, 1310 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport.

 

September 26th - Wide River Winery - Live Music The Whoosdads? 5-8 p.m.

 

September 27th - LeClaire Riverfront Farmer's Market 3-6pm on the Levee along the river. Many great vendors will be in attendance with fresh, organic produce, sweet corn, baked goods, kettle corn, wood fire pizza, and much more!

 

September 28th - Wine Tasting at The Faithful Pilot Café and Spirits 3-5pm. $15.00 per person includes 15 wines and small bites from Chef Robert! Call for reservations today! 563-289-4156 www.faithfulpilot.com

 

September 29th - Vino Vaso - The Faithful Pilot Café and Spirits starting at 6p.m. sharp. Message them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vinovaso for tickets. $40 includes wine to drink, wine glass to paint, cheese to eat, and a great time!

 

SAVE THE DATE

 

October 2nd - The Popular Astronomy Club will be stopping by the LeClaire Community Library with their mobile observatory and telescopes 7-8:30pm to talk about stars, constellations, planets and more! This program will take place outside, so dress accordingly!

 

October 3rd - First Friday in LeClaire

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

*Wine samples and live music at Wide River Winery from 5-8pm by Mason Greve. We are open until 8:00pm and serving our award winning locally made wines. Dip samples and recipes available. www.wideriverwinery.com

*The Faithful Pilot Café and Spirits will also have the Matriarchs performing at 7:30pm www.faithfulpilot.com

*Win a FREE ukulele from Razzleberries! Stop in and sign up for a chance to win before October 3rd. Drawing is at 6pm during First Friday.

Restaurants and several shops will be open late!

 

October 4th - Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill Golf Tournament 1 p.m. Shotgun Start - Olathea Golf Course. 4 Person Preferred Ball. $35/person includes 9 holes, cart, prizes, food and fun! Sign up no later than September 27th at Go Fish, Princeton, or call 563-289-3908.

 

October 5th- LeClaire Bierstube - DOGTOBERFEST 2-5:30 p.m. Free doggy bags to the first 150 dogs! Raffle items! Auction! Food and beverages will be available for purchase!

 

October 7th - "Coffee and Conversation" - Princeton Community Center free event 8-10a.m. Community Center Board members will welcome residents of Princeton and surrounding communities for free coffee and good conversation. Event Chair, Val Rasche, will introduce Princeton Police Chief Carsten who will give short report of safety issues in our community and will gather prescription drugs from the public for disposal - a short question and answer session will follow. Board member, Penne Miller, encourages everyone to enjoy a beautiful autumn morning along the River. The Princeton Community Center, also known as the Boll's Building, was built in 1908 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

 

October 9th - Expressions in Threads Lunch & Lecture Nationally known quilt designer and author, Judy Martin, will speak and present a trunk show of her quilts to be followed by lunch catered by Big Dave and Holly's. Cost $40. Call 563-289-1447 for reservations and information.

 

October 9th - LeClaire Community Library/LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Business Fair LeClaire Community Library, 5:30p.m. An informational program to help drive new interest in opening a business in LeClaire. Programs include How to Obtain Small Business Loans, SCORE Business Mentoring Program, Tax Increment Financing (TIF) 101, and Local Businesses & Local Libraries Working Together. Individuals from the Chamber and a small panel of business owners will speak. Free event, open to the public. Please register in advance beginning September 8th at the Library or call 563-289-4242, ext. 4, or email library@leclaire.gov or contact the Chamber, leclairechamber@gmail.com

 

October 10th - Wide River Winery - Live Music 5-8p.m. Pieces of Candy

 

October 12th - LeClaire Lion's Club - Apple Fest on the River 11a.m. - 4p.m. on the Levee and downtown LeClaire.

Fun, Family Event featuring apples, apple cider and variety of homemade food items including pie, strudel, scones, and cupcakes, a huge truckload of pumpkins and guards. Also, popcorn, handmade aprons, sweaters, purses, jewelry, bath items, copper jewelry, garden art and many other unique items.

Register at Aunt Hattie's for the 2nd Annual Apple Fest Apple Pie Baking Contest! Deliver 2 identical homemade apple pies in disposable pans from 9a.m. to no later than 11:00 a.m., October 12 to Aunt Hattie's. Proceeds from entry fees of $10 and sales of pies after the 11 a.m. judging will go to Freedom Rock of Scott County, LeClaire. Top 3 winners will receive cash prizes! You can also donate a pie to be sold even if you do not want to be judged. Stop by Aunt Hattie's for more information!

The LeClaire Lions Club will be selling chili, brats, hot dogs/chili dogs and pork chop sandwiches. Antique Cars will be displayed on the levee. "Kids Only" area on levee for a small fee that includes face painting, beanbag toss and other children's games along with a jump house. Specialty items related to Apple Fest will be available at downtown businesses along with wonderful fall shopping and dining. The Lions Club's involvement in LeClaire includes various community improvements and programs. The Club has made donations to the LeClaire Police Department, LeClaire and Princeton Fire Departments, LeClaire Library, Levee improvements, Parks and Recreation, and they provide a $1,000 college scholarship to a local Pleasant Valley high school student every year. They have offered financial support for the Freedom Rock project. They also assist those in the community in need of glasses and hearing aids.  Proceeds from the Apple Fest help further the LeClaire Lions Club's community efforts.

If you are interested in membership with the LeClaire Lions Club, please contact any member listed on our roster at www.iowalions.org/cgi-bin/clubrosterlist.pl?207 They are probably people you know in our community right now!

 

October 17th - Wide River Winery - Live Music 5-8p.m. Tony Hoeppner

 

October 18th - Safety Day with Medic EMS - More details to come

 

October 18th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center for a beneficiary TBA. Doors open at 6:30pm, trivia begins at 7:00pm. Cost is $10 per person, 8 people per table maximum. You don't have to be a genius to come and have fun! To reserve a table or for more information, call Vicky at 563-639-4621 or email kettlepopper@gmail.com.

 

October 20th - Marketing Retreat - LeClaire Tourism Annual Brainstorming Session 5-6:30pm, Mississippi River Distilling Co. Join us as we review the past and current years and start planning for fiscal year 2015-16. Everyone's input is vital to the health of tourism in LeClaire. Please RSVP to Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963.

 

October 21st - The Faithful Pilot - Chamber Networking Event 5:30-7p.m.  Come check out the new bar! Everyone Welcome!

 

October 22nd - Why Everyone Needs an Estate Plan - Charles Schwab Davenport Branch, 5345 Elmore Avenue, #300, Davenport, IA.   Presented by Eric Johannes CFP and Tomas Shie, Attorney at Law. 10:00 a.m.  Reservations online schwab.com/davenport or call 563-275-3663.

 

October 24th-25th - LeClaire Community Library - The Friends of the Library Book Sale More information to come soon.

 

October 24th - Wide River Winery - Live Music 5-8p.m.  Buddy Olson

 

October 25th - LeClaire Witches' Walk! Free Family Fun on the Levee! Registration for the Witches' Parade begins at 11:30a.m.  Parade is 1-3 p.m, and Costume Contest Winners prizes awarded at 3:30p.m. Registration forms for parade and costume contest can be picked up in advance at LeClaire Community Library or LeClaire Information Center.

 

October 25th - Muddy River Tug Club's Costumed Trivia Night at the LeClaire Fire Station

7 p.m. More details to come!

 

October 31st - Wide River Winery - Live Music 5-8p.m. Travis Hosette

 

FYI

 

Caramel apples made with Stones Honey Crisp Apples available NOW at The Shameless Chocoholic!

Ascentra Credit Union is pleased to announce that Larry Ridenour was awarded the 2014 Volunteer Cooperative Spirit Award for exemplifying the spirit of the credit union industry and the communities they serve. The Iowa Credit Union League (ICUL) honored six credit union representatives at the Iowa Credit Union Convention held September 17-19 at the Grand River Center in Dubuque. Larry has served as a board member for Ascentra Credit Union for 23 years. During this time, he has served as chairperson, vice-chairperson and has chaired a number of committees. He also led the credit union in forming the Ascentra Credit Union Foundation.

After several requests, we've published our version of the "look behind the curtain" on the Riverbend Signworks video page.  We're definitely interested in any feedback.http://riverbendsignworks.com/showroom/videos/

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. The meeting in October, 2014, will be held, however, on October 22nd.

 

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

 

The Lions Club of LeClaire is involved in many various community improvement projects and programs. The Club has made donations to the LeClaire Police Department, LeClaire and Princeton Fire Departments, LeClaire Library, Levee improvements, Parks and Recreation, and more, and they provide a $1,000 college scholarship to a local Pleasant Valley high school student every year. They have offered financial support for the Freedom Rock project. They also assist those in the community in need of glasses and hearing aids.  If you are interested in membership with the LeClaire Lions Club, please contact any member listed on our roster at www.iowalions.org/cgi-bin/clubrosterlist.pl?207 They are probably people you know in our community right now!

LeClaire Community Library SHIIP Medicare Enrollment Assistance. A representative from SHIIP will be here on Oct. 14th, Oct. 28th, 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.

LeClaire Community Library A new Toddle Time story hour has been added. Starting in September, Caregivers can now bring babies and tiny tots to Toddle Time on Wednesday OR Friday mornings at 10:30am. Family Storytime will continue on its usual Tuesday nights at 6:30pm.

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

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 0 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!

May-Oct - LeClaire Riverfront Farmers' Market - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee

October 3 - First Friday in LeClaire

October 5 - Bierstube - Dogtoberfest

October 12- Apple Fest

October 18 - Cars and Coffee - Bierstube - 9-11a.m.

October 25 - Witches Walk

November 7 - First Friday in LeClaire

December 5-7 - Christmas in LeClaire

 

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

October 21st - The Faithful Pilot - 5:30-7p.m.

November 11th - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

December 9th - Subway - lunch - noon

26 Sep 2014

Author M. Paul Chinitz reveals tale of danger, intrigue

By Nicholas Depew

'Fatal Females' tells Tony Rawlins' journey after finding himself patsy for murder

LANSDALE, Penn. - Author M. Paul Chinitz uncovers a trilogy of novellas in his publication, "Fatal Females" (published by Trafford Publishing). This book chronicles the story of a man who finds himself in a dangerous situation and his adventure as he tries to untangle himself from a web of fatal females.

 

Tony Rawlins does not think he is a stupidly gullible man, but forlorn and desperate to extricate himself from the after effects of a bad marriage, he answers a provocative advertisement in the personals, hoping to find romance. However, he finds himself a patsy for murder. It is only the beginning. Other murders follow before he is cleared. Now he tries to start over again, but will he be a little wiser?

 

Chinitz weaves remarkable and richly drawn characters who give life to the story. The events are realistic and can possibly happen to anyone. With riveting twists and turns, the intricate plot captivates the readers from beginning to the end.


An entertaining read, "Fatal Females" is riddled with mystery and provides readers with an escape from the tedious world through the remarkable journey of Tony Rawlins. It will also teach them a lesson about the importance of trust.

 

"Fatal Females"

By M. Paul Chinitz

Hardcover | 6x9in | 236 pages | ISBN 9781426995309

Softcover | 6x9in | 236 pages | ISBN 9781426995316

E-Book | 236 pages | ISBN 9781426995293

Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble

 

About the Author

M. Paul Chinitz is a retired computer engineering manager and adjunct university professor who published a technical book on computer design and numerous training manuals on computers for Univac (now Unisys). Also the author of Keonah Days, he currently lives in Pennsylvania. This is his second novel.

Trafford Publishing, an Author Solutions, LLC, author services imprint, was the first publisher in the world to offer an "on-demand publishing service," and has led the independent publishing revolution since its establishment in 1995. Trafford was also one of the earliest publishers to utilize the Internet for selling books. More than 10,000 authors from over 120 countries have utilized Trafford's experience for self publishing their books. For more information about Trafford Publishing, or to publish your book today, call 1-888-232-4444 or visit trafford.com.

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26 Sep 2014

Riverwatch Place - New Building Development

By Rick Martin

227 LeClaire Street
Total Investment: $25 million (Est.)
Total Public Investment:TBD - TIF reimbursement/Potential Brownfield Grant
Jobs Created: TBD
Status: Demo in December of existing hotel building, construction in 2015

Two well-known developers and one of the Quad-Cities largest construction firms are teaming up to replace one of Davenport's worst eyesores with a gleaming new downtown development.

Riverwatch Place, a six-story mixed-use office and retail development, is the name of the winning proposal for replacement of the dilapidated Howard Johnson's property at the central city's eastern gateway. The developers are Bush Construction and Ruhl Commercial Investors, BLDD Architects.

The empty  hotel on the site has sat empty since 2009, earning it the dubious distinction of being one of downtown's most notorious blighted properties. By contrast, the glass-encased new building will contain 60,000 square-feet, with most dedicated to Class A office space. Plans also call for a sixth-floor restaurant reminiscent of the old Davenport Club, and other retail and/or restaurant uses on the first floor.

Property owner Demolition Davenport, through the Downtown Davenport Partnership, will continue to be the steward of the property until a final closing.

The developers intend to demolish the building by the end of the year, with their sights set on spring or summer construction. City staff is working on some property consolidation and a draft economic development agreement. Bruce Berger, Davenport's Community Planning & Economic Development Director, said the major incentive used will likely be a Tax Increment Financing reimbursement of the increased assessed value of the site, at a percentage to be determined.

Kyle Carter of the Downtown Partnership said the time is ripe for new office development downtown. For one, most of the downtown building stock is older, historic businesses which are often difficult and expensive to convert into modern office use. Secondly, while the massive increase in new downtown market rate apartments has been good for business, office space drives up demand for daytime retail and commercial uses even more.

"New construction offers developers a blank slate;  we have a real opportunity to add more variety to our commercial offerings downtown to suit users that are seeking more open space."

Berger said completion of both this project and the pending Dock at Davenport project will breathe new life into downtown's east side.

"Adding amenities like new restaurants as well as Class A office space show that downtown Davenport is vibrant and a great place to do business," Berger said. "It makes our job of attracting new investment and new businesses easier."

 

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