14 Aug 2014

Iowan Jersey Farms Win Top Titles in Iowa State Fair Dairy Show

By Lori Chappell
DES MOINES, IA (08/14/2014)(readMedia)-- Dairies competed for top honors in the Jersey Dairy Cattle show judged Friday at the 2014 Iowa State Fair.

The Grand Champion Female was shown by Kruses LJ Swiss of Holy Cross, and Ski Pal Farms of Epworth exhibited the Reserve Grand Champion Female. An honorable mention was awarded to Steinridge Jerseys of Lawler.

Lyon Jerseys, LLC of Toledo earned first place in both the Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder contests. Schulte Bros. of Watkins claimed second place in both contests.

The Premier Breeder Award is given to the competitor who earns the most points for animals bred and exhibited by the entrant or others during the day's show. The Premier Exhibitor Award is given to the exhibitor who accumulates the most points based upon the day's placings.

Additional results below (name, hometown and animal identification):

Spring Heifer Calf - March 1 to May 31, 2014

1) Edgebrook Jerseys, Montour, Edgebrook Gun Me Down, 3/6/2014, 840003124819630

2) Sawyer Family, Marshalltown, Edgebrook Premier Jackie, 3/2/2014, JE840003124819629

3) Kruses LJ Swiss, Holy Cross, CCJ Nadine Action Noel, 3/1/2014, Pending

4) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Gov Lucky Charm-ET, 3/30/2014, 118993241

5) Sandridge Farm, Vinton, Sandridge Mystique, 3/10/2014, 000067497117

6) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls, Rockin-K Riley Jypsie, 4/25/2014, 118987819

7) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Gov Lollipop, 3/27/2014, 118993205

Winter Heifer Calf - Dec. 1, 2013 to Feb. 28, 2014

1) Gene Henderson, Manchester, Meadowridge Bart Saucy-ET, 12/12/2013, 118884291473R

2) Sara Kruse, Dyersville, Bambi-KCCK Renagade Elly-Lou, 12/1/2013, 118996561B14

3) Arthuracres, Oelwein, Edgebrook Premiere Carley, 1/15/2014, JE840003124819615

4) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Teq Glam, 12/5/2013, 118821876

5) Sawyer Family, Marshalltown, Edgebrook Donspiracy Madalyn 41, 12/16/2013, JE840003124819634

6) Onword Cattle Company, Oelwein, Onword JW Candy Crush Hero, 12/2/2013, 6W13118813219

7) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Lady Verbatim ET, 12/1/2013, 118993269

8) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., R&S Voyager Charm, 12/25/2013, 448936073R312

9) Sandy Knoll Dairy, Worthington, Sandy Knoll Irwin Gold, 12/12/2013, 118786593

10) Gabby Klemme, Coralville, Lyon Jazz, 12/1/2013, 118925132

11) Sandridge Farm, Vinton, Sandridge Charming, 12/1/2013, 000067497115

Fall Heifer Calf - Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2013

1) Gene Henderson, Manchester, Meadowridge Spicy Hot Angie, 9/9/2013, 118782656452R

2) Sawyer Family, Marshalltown, All Lynns HP Elisa-ET, 9/1/2013, 118629821

3) Edgebrook Jerseys, Montour, Edgebrook Impression Atalyssa-ET, 9/11/2013, 840003124819636

4) Arthuracres, Oelwein, Edgebrook Grandions Gemini, 9/3/2013, 840003124819640

5) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Tequila Sunrise ET, 9/13/2013, 118780980

6) Steinridge Jerseys, Lawler, Bridon BRC Zipper, 9/3/2013, 11773474

7) Arthuracres, Oelwein, Arthuracres Gimme Whiskey, 9/26/2013, 840003012898580

8) Holtz View Farms, Maquoketa, Holtz View Roslyn, 9/10/2013, 118775308

9) Swede Alley Jerseys, Hinckley, Minn., Swede Alley TQ Chickadee, 9/6/2013, 118785745

10) Sandy Hill Guernseys, Scotch Grove, Sandy Hill Milestone Buttercup, 9/1/2013, 118708991

11) David Koss, Epworth, Edgebrook Shocker Glory4242, 9/14/2013, 3124819633

12) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Best, 9/9/2013, 118810748

13) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, JA-Glo Nevaeh, 9/7/2013, 118666572RJ83

14) Sandridge Farm, Vinton, Sandridge Bun Bun, 9/9/2013, 000067497114

15) Kara Schueler, Coralville, Lyon Renegade Budge, 9/21/2013, 118810841

16) Holtz View Farms, Maquoketa, Freeman-Holtz Action Alicia, 10/3/2013, 118775326C231

Summer Yearling Heifer - June 1 to Aug. 31, 2013

1) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Governor Gina, 7/4/2013, 118589114

2) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Stranshome-JK Storas Shine-ET, 6/3/2013, 8400030126666845633

3) Edgebrook Jerseys, Montour, Edgebrook Impression McKenna 37, 6/16/2013, 840003124819638

4) Canoe Ridge Dairy, Decorah, GR Canoe-Ridge Fire Nikkie, 6/7/2013, 71767663

5) Zach Eberling, Postville, VOLKERCREST GOVERNOR CATIE, 6/15/2013, 071703450

6) Freland Farms, State Center, Brunsman Gator Jazzy, 6/1/2013, 118794020B997

7) Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, Donahue, CINNAMON RIDGE TOPEKA BEVERLY, 6/5/2013, JO38118526182

8) Holtz View Farms, Maquoketa, Freeman-Holtz Hiredgun Lindy, 6/20/2013, 118775139C221

Spring Yearling Heifer - March 1 to May 31, 2013

1) Edgebrook Jerseys, Montour, Edgebrook Grand Mona, 3/16/2013, 840003124811962847

2) David Koss, Epworth, Ski Pal Tequila Topanga-ET, 4/19/2013, 065391803SP57

3) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Budjon-Vail Tequila Dream, 4/11/2013, 1185924405635

4) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls, Rockin-K Headline Jetta, 4/25/2013, 118484996

5) Luke Koepke, Denver, GCJ LEGAL JUSTICE G763, 3/2/2013, 84000301202204811849

6) Biercrest Farms, Van Horne, Bachelor Lyon Tequila Enya, 3/24/2013, 118481108

7) Canoe Ridge Dairy, Decorah, Canoe-Ridge Fire Missy, 3/7/2013, 71767656

8) Sandy Knoll Dairy, Worthington, Northern Lites Governor Van, 3/1/2013, 067119844

9) CJ Lyon, Waterloo, Kunoe HEADLINE Blur, 3/28/2013, 118455343

10) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, JA-Glo Governor Caroline, 4/5/2013, 118536974RJ53

Winter Yearling Heifer - Dec. 1, 2012 to Feb. 28, 2013

1) Gene Henderson, Manchester, Meadowridge Bart Betsy, 12/5/2012, 118547169380RI

2) Sara Kruse, Dyersville, Schulte Bros Tequila Liz, 12/3/2012, 118571249S634

3) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Love Tequila-ET, 12/5/2012, 118571230

4) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Partee HPDH Verbatim London-ET, 12/1/2012, 118416373

5) Holtz View Farms, Maquoketa, Freeman-Holtz Saphire, 12/12/2012, 118401148C216

6) David Koss, Epworth, Ski Pal Force Truffles, 12/1/2012, 065391799SP53

7) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls, Rockin-K Beleveder Jinger, 2/20/2013, 1184484987

8) Swede Alley Jerseys, Hinckley, Minn., Medow Lynn Premiere Clepatra, 1/26/2013, 11596666

9) Kara Schueler, Coralville, Lyon Premier Sister, 12/2/2012, 118457747

Fall Yearling Heifer (Not in Milk) - Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, 2012

1) Arthuracres, Oelwein, Edgebrook Tequila Madison, 9/4/2012, 118411734

2) Steinridge Jerseys, Lawler, Aces-Hi Stookeyholm HG Taffy 520, 9/2/2012, 118231169

3) Nors Holsteins, Decorah, BEAVER VU FUROR ELLIE, 9/22/2012, 118586492

4) Gabby Klemme, Coralville, Lyon Belvedere Edgy, 9/21/2012, 118368353

5) Sandy Knoll Dairy, Worthington, Gibbs K Governor Tickle, 9/2/2012, 118414719

6) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, JA-Glo Miles Cammy, 10/5/2012, 118333021RJ82

7) BAJ Farm, Springville, Vallery, 9/12/2012, 118374712

Fall Yearling in Milk - After Sept. 1, 2012

1) Sandridge Farm, Vinton, Sandridge Bambi, 9/3/2012, 118193128

2) Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, Donahue, NORWAY MAPLE CASPER TESS, 9/18/2012, 118230784

Junior Best Three Females

1) Schulte Bros., Watkins

2) Holtz View Farms, Maquoketa

3) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls

4) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City

Junior Two-Year-Old Cow - March 1 to Aug. 31, 2012

1) Steinridge Jerseys, Lawler, Avonlea BC Kept Secret, 7/20/2012, JE CAN 000011563532

2) Le-O-La Holsteins, Peosta, NABHOLZ TEQULIA SARA, 3/2/2012, 118016265

3) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Lyon Tequila FutRel, 7/13/2012, 118208008

4) Bushman Dairy, Calmar, Schulte Bros Tequila Gucci, 7/27/2012, 1184371455628

5) Biercrest Farms, Van Horne, Random Luck T Harper, 5/6/2012, 118183877

6) Yarrabee Farms, Brooklyn, Yarrabee-Ski-Pal Voltage Flare-ET, 4/6/2012, 71263982

7) Sandy Knoll Dairy, Worthington, Laurel Brook Tequila Jewel, 6/1/2012, 118164883

8) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, Ja-Glo Stoney Lilly, 5/23/2012, 118190509RJ22

9) Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, Donahue, CINNAMON RIDGE PREMIERE PEACE-ET, 5/9/2012, 118048585

10) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Rock Ella Moneymaker Rimm, 3/2/2012, 11404107627

11) Nors Holsteins, Decorah, Schulte Bros Co ERICA-ET, 3/3/2012, 118373757

12) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Go For It-ET S624, 6/20/2012, 118376899

Senior Two-Year-Old Cow - Sept. 1, 2011 to Feb. 29, 2012

1) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Tequila Lizzy-ET, 12/4/2011, 117928749

2) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Loonely, 12/2/2011, 118009636

3) Bushman Dairy, Calmar, Terrace Bank Tinkerbell, 2/1/2012, 107657102

4) Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, Donahue, TJF/LEE KYROS MAMME 85-ET, 11/8/2011, 067026285

5) Summit Farm, Inc., Lester, Summetz Regis Lois, 2/18/2012, 67154682

6) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Schulte Bros Iatola Gillian-ET, 12/2/2011, 1179287585616

7) Natalie Johnson, Murray, Lyon Action Leslie, 9/3/2011, 177923959

8) Sandy Knoll Dairy, Worthington, Schulte Bros TB Gianna, 9/3/2011, 117928682

Junior Three-Year-Old Cow - March 1 to Aug. 31, 2011

1) Yarrabee Farms, Brooklyn, Yarrabee Tequila Symphony, 3/26/2011, 70257233

2) David Koss, Epworth, GR Ski Pal Abe Jerry, 3/16/2011, 118585969SP85

3) Arthuracres, Oelwein, Miss Neveda Lexus, 3/2/2011, 117586305

4) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Lyon J Benny (K97), 3/31/2011, 117687501

5) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, JA-Glo Shine Sissy, 3/31/2011, 117627693RJ11

6) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, JA-Glo Van Dyke Vanna, 7/17/2011, 117783234RJ31

Senior Three-Year-Old Cow - Sept. 1, 2010 to Feb. 28, 2011

1) Sara Kruse, Dyersville, Bambi's-gibbs Excitation Susie, 10/14/2010, 117590173B02

2) Summit Farm, Inc., Lester, Summetz Celebrity Dori, 9/23/2010, 67174533

3) Yarrabee Farms, Brooklyn, Yarrabee Coral's Clever, 2/14/2011, 70257195

4) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Racey, 12/17/2010, 117559512

5) Sandy Knoll Dairy, Worthington, Lyon Jade Addie, 11/20/2010, 117559615

6) Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, Donahue, SPECT MAYE, 12/29/2010, 117507935

Cow Four Years Old - Sept. 1, 2009 to Aug. 31, 2010

1) Kruses LJ Swiss, Holy Cross, CCJ Vanessa Sargent Vanity, 11/13/2009, 117046900

2) Summit Farm Inc., Lester, Arethusa Action Varsity, 4/4/2010, 117192861

3) Bushman Dairy, Calmar, GCJ Barbaro Vail, 3/30/2010, 1174013696429

4) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls, Rockin-K Iatola Jerzie (GR), 3/17/2010, 117117431

5) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Avonlea Intl Dare to Dream, 6/1/2010, Can 10989484

6) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Chalice, 1/10/2010, 117046067

7) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Reich-Dale Minister Vala-ET, 11/27/2009, 117034200R152

8) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City, JA-Glo Andrea Sandy, 9/10/2009, 116842688

9) Natalie Johnson, Murray, Lyon Iatola Peony, 12/30/2009, USA 117045981

Cow Five Years Old - Sept. 1, 2008 - Aug. 31, 2009

1) Lyon Jerseys,llc, Toledo, Lyon Blair Elsie (G350), 10/28/2008, 116597588

2) Summit Farm, Inc., Lester, Enniskillen Senior Mamie, 3/3/2009, 9968633

3) Schulte Bros., Watkins, BBDN Furor Encina-ET, 12/1/2008, 116475622

4) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Klus-Grove Vertigo Cammille, 4/27/2009, 53292650K136

5) Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, Donahue, MULTI-ROSE MILITIA VALERIE-ET, 4/19/2009, 116690375

Aged Cow - Before Sept. 1, 2008

1) Ski Pal Farms, Epworth, Beaver Vu Minister Eco, 6/1/2008, 117013214

2) Arthuracres, Oelwein, Edgebrook Nevada Nibbles, 7/18/2007, 115967928

3) Edgebrook Jerseys, Montour, Resurrections Monet of Edgebrook, 3/15/2006, 1150548060529

4) Biercrest Farms, Van Horne, Bolle-Acres JJ Sara, 9/2/2007, 115837580

5) Yarrabee Farms, Brooklyn, Hard Core Just Wait Fayoola, 114540807

6) Schulte Bros., Watkins, Schulte Bros Van Gracie-ET, 9/11/2007, 116093347

7) Holtz View Farms, Maquoketa, Maple Lawn Furor Farra, 6/2/2008, 1160977985809

8) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo., Parkview Goal Juneberry, 6/25/2008, 116587255MSX6

Best Three Head

1) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo

2) Yarrabee Farms, Brooklyn

3) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City

4) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls

Best Four Head

1) Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo

2) Yarrabee Farms, Brooklyn

3) Groves Jerseys, Skidmore, Mo.

4) JaGlo Jerseys, Central City

5) Rockin-K Holsteins, Cedar Falls

Junior Champion Female: Gene Henderson, Manchester, Meadowridge Bart Betsy

Junior Reserve Champion Female: Arthuracres, Oelwein, Edgebrook Tequila Madison

Junior Honorable Mention Female: Sara Kruse, Dyersville, Schulte Bros Tequila Liz

Intermediate Champion Female: Steinridge Jerseys, Lawler, Avonlea BC Kept Secret

Intermediate Reserve Champion Female: Sara Kruse, Dyersville, Bambis-Gibbs Excitation Susie

Intermediate Honorable Mention Female: Summit Farm, Inc., Lester, Summetz Celebrity Dori

Senior Champion Female: Kruses LJ Swiss, Holy Cross, CCJ Vanessa Sargent Vanity

Senior Reserve Champion Female: Ski Pal Farms, Epworth, Beaver Vu Minister Eco

Senior Honorable Mention Female: Lyon Jerseys, LLC, Toledo, Lyon Blair Elsie (G350)

Grand Champion Female: Kruses LJ Swiss, Holy Cross, CCJ Vanessa Sargent Vanity

Reserve Grand Champion Female: Ski Pal Farms, Epworth, Beaver Vu Minister Eco

Honorable Mention Female: Steinridge Jerseys, Lawler, Avonlea BC Kept Secret

"Nothing Compares" to the 2014 Iowa State Fair, August 7-17. The Fairgrounds are located at East 30th and East University Avenue, just 10 minutes east of downtown Des Moines, and are open 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. each day of the Fair. Exhibit hours may vary. For more information, call 800/545-FAIR or visit iowastatefair.org.

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14 Aug 2014

EASTERN IOWA MENTAL HEALTH AND DISABILITY SERVICES REGION Governing Board of Directors Meeting

By Lori Elam

Scott County Administration Building

First Floor Boardroom

August 18, 2014

3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

  1. Roll Call

  1. Review Agenda

  1. Discussion and Action for Approval of Minutes from 7/21/14 Governing Board Meeting

  1. Discussion of Financial Report- David Farmer (Scott County Budget Manager)

  1. Discussion and Possible Approval of FY15 Service Contracts:

a. Crossroads

b. Genesis Medical Center

c. Hillcrest Family Services

d. DAC, Inc.

  1. CEO Report

  1. Other Items

  1. Public Comment

  1. Adjournment

14 Aug 2014

BANDITS FALL SILENT TO END LOSS TO COUGARS

By Marco LaNave

Quad Cities has one hit among its final 20 batters to lose second straight game at Kane County

GENEVA, Ill. (August 14, 2014) - The Quad Cities River Bandits took a 3-2 lead Wednesday night on a third-inning single by third baseman J.D. Davis, but they had just one baserunner for the rest of the game, and the Kane County Cougars scored four runs in the bottom of the third inning to take a 6-3 lead that remained until the end of a second straight win at Fifth Third Bank Ballpark.

Kane County (31-20 second half, 76-45 overall) won its sixth straight game against Quad Cities (25-26, 60-60) after the Western Division rivals split their first 10 games. In a rematch of the Opening Day pitching matchup at Modern Woodmen Park April 3, Cougars right-hander Paul Blackburn and River Bandits right-hander Andrew Thurman (5-8) combined to allow all the game's runs. After the third inning, pitchers for both teams combined to allow four singles without a walk or runner in scoring position with 12 strikeouts.

Blackburn allowed a leadoff single to center fielder James Ramsay, who matched a season high with a hit in his seventh straight game and was the only River Bandit with two hits Wednesday. Ramsay stole second base, but Blackburn retired three straight to end the inning.

In the bottom of the first inning, Cougars second baseman Daniel Lockhart hit a one-out triple to right-center field, and catcher Ben Carhart hit Thurman's next pitch down the right-field line for an opposite-field, two-run home run - his fifth of the season - and a 2-0 Cougars lead.

Quad Cities scored its three runs and had all but two of its hits in the third inning. Catcher Brett Booth hit Blackburn's first pitch of the inning over the left-center field fence for his fifth home run. Ramsay hit a one-out single and stole second base for the second time and his 26th steal of the season - the most by a Quad Cities player since Dan Nelson's 27 in 2006. First baseaman Chase McDonald drew a two-out walk, and designated hitter A.J. Reed hit a game-tying single to right field that sent McDonald to third base. Davis' single extended his own six-game hitting streak, sent Reed to third base and scored McDonald for a 3-2 Quad Cities lead. Blackburn got left fielder Ryan Bottger on a groundout and retired four straight batters to finish four innings, allowing three earned runs on five hits with a walk and two strikeouts. It was Blackburn's shortest outing since June 4.

With his team's only lead of the game, Thurman began the bottom of the third inning by walking center fielder Trey Martin, striking out left fielder Shawon Dunston Jr., walking Carhart and striking out Carhart. With two outs, designated hitter Victor Caratini lined a game-tying single to right field. Thurman went to a 3-2 count before walking first baseman Jacob Rogers, and also went to 3-2 against third baseman Jeimer Candelario before a walk that forced home the go-ahead run. Right-hander Keegan Yuhl entered to allow a two-run bloop single to right field by right fielder Jeffrey Baez to make it 6-3. Thurman was charged with six earned runs on three hits and four walks - matching a season high - with four strikeouts in 2 2/3 innings - his shortest outing since May 1.

After allowing Baez's hit, Yuhl retired the next nine batters and 10 of 11 to finish a career-high 3 1/3 innings, allowing two singles with three strikeouts. Left-hander Chris Cotton allowed one single with two strikeouts in two scoreless innings. Meanwhile, Cougars left-hander Michael Heesch (3-1) worked three perfect innings, and right-hander Francisco Carrillo went two scoreless innings for his second save.

Quad Cities concludes its series against Kane County at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Fifth Third Bank Ballpark. River Bandits right-hander Troy Scribner (0-1) is scheduled to face Cougars right-hander Duane Underwood (5-4).

UP NEXT: A Fireworks Friday kicks off the next homestand, with a 7 p.m. game on City of Davenport Night and Global Cultural Night presented by Tyson Fresh Meats. When gates open at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, the first 1,500 fans receive a Trevor Rosenthal Bobblehead courtesy of DHCU and FOX18. Sunday's 1:15 p.m. game is a Celebration and Appreciation of Senator Tom Harkin for 40 years of service with a bobblehead giveaway for the first 1,000 fans when gates open at noon. Tickets are available at www.riverbandits.com.

ABOUT THE BANDITS: Having just been named Ballpark Digest's winner of Best Ballpark Improvement in America under $1 million, the River Bandits ownership recently made one of the biggest improvements to Modern Woodmen Park since the ballpark was first built back in 1931! A new Ferris wheel, standing 105 feet over the playing field, opened May 24, and Space Camp opened June 20; the newly expanded 300-foot long zip line has also reopened. In 2013, the team unveiled a new 220-foot long dual zip line, a rock climbing wall, and a number of new bounce houses. Last season, the team's major league affiliate, the Houston Astros, saw all six of its affiliates reach the playoffs - the first time in a decade any MLB team can claim such success. The River Bandits were one of three affiliates to reach the championship round and one of two to win their league championship.

14 Aug 2014

August 14th. 2014 "Seeing Heath as a Personal Garden: taking responsibility and nurturing optimum health" by Krystal Hamilton Case.

By Narveen Aryaputri
Krystal teaches classes in Wholistic living with an emphasis in health education with self responsibility model.
She has taught in  Dominica and in the U.S and is Co-founder of Moon-Cat Life-Sustainability.
Krystal lives on a Perma-Culture Farm with her husband Jerome and daughter Phoenix.
She can be reached at www.mooncatlife.com
Independent Scholars' Evenings
August 14th. 2014
7:00 p.m.
Doors will be open at 6:30 p.m.
ISE is held on 2nd. Floor of the Moline Commercial Club.
1530 Fifth Avenue, Moline.
The event is free and open to all.
Light snacks and wine, and beverages are provided.
A cash bar is available.
Facebook page: institutecht@gmail.com
The Independent Scholars evenings are sponsored by The Institute for Cultural & Healing Traditions, Ltd a 501(c)3 organization under US laws since 1996.
All contributions are fully tax-exempt
14 Aug 2014

Tennessee Williams' Timeless Masterpiece "A Streetcar Named Desire" Screening in U.S. Cinemas Sept. 16

By Rick Martin
Fathom Events, National Theatre Live (NT Live) and BY Experience bring the acclaimed U.K. production of a benchmark American play with the broadcast of Gillian Anderson, Ben Foster and Vanessa Kirby in the Young Vic / Joshua Andrews co-production of Tennessee Williams' "A Streetcar Named Desire" on Tuesday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m. local time. Pre-recorded earlier the same day, this acclaimed production has garnered almost universal rave reviews during its sold-out run in London.
"A Streetcar Named Desire" will be shown at the following cinemas in your area on September 16:
Cinemark Davenport 18 with IMAX 3601 E 53Rd St Davenport IA 52807
Tickets are available now at participating theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com.
Feel free to contact us for review tickets, more information on "A Streetcar Named Desire," or any of Fathom's upcoming events. For artwork/photos, click here.
14 Aug 2014

"The Jewish Cardinal" A Movie and Community Conversation

By Rick Martin

See the amazing true story of Jean-Marie Lustiger; the son of Polish-Jewish immigrants; who maintained his cultural identity as a Jew even after converting to Catholicism at a young age; and later joining the priesthood. Quickly rising within the ranks of the Church; Lustiger was appointed Archbishop of Paris by Pope Jean Paul II - and found a new platform to celebrate his dual identity as a Catholic Jew; earning him both friends and enemies from either group.

(2013) - 96 Minutes - Biography - French with subtitles - NR

Sunday, Sept. 28th, 2014 - 3:00 to 6:00 PM at The Rogalski Center (518 W. Locust St.) - St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA

Enjoy a special screening of this movie followed by discussion with Father Joseph DeFrancisco of St. Ambrose and Rabbi Henry Jay Karp of Temple Emanuel, Davenport, on the remarkable journey of Jean-Marie Lustiger

Tickets: Adults $7; Seniors (60+) and Military $6; Students Free

For more info call (309) 793-1300 or email aross@jfqc.org

14 Aug 2014

Jewish Film Festival at The Putnam

By Glenn Kass

Presented by the Jewish Federation of the Quad Cities at the Putnam Giant Screen Theater, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport

Admission: Adults - $7; Seniors (60+) & Military - $6; Students - Free.

All films have won multiple awards and all have adult content. For more info, contact (309) 793-1300 or aross@jfqc.org

The German Doctor Sunday, Sept. 7, 4:00 pm

Patagonia, 1960. A German doctor meets an Argentinean family and follows them on a long desert road to a small town where the family will be starting a new life. Eva, Enzo, and their three children welcome the doctor into their home and entrust their young daughter, Lilith, to his care, not knowing that they are harboring one of the most dangerous criminals in the world. At the same time, Israeli agents are desperately looking to bring the German doctor to justice.
94 minutes - Hebrew/Spanish/German - Thriller/Drama - PG 13 (2013)

Aftermath Sunday, Sept. 14, 4:00 pm

Franek and Jozek Kalina, sons of a poor farmer, are brothers from a small village in central Poland. Franek immigrated to the United States in the 80's, and cut all ties with his family. Only when Jozek's wife arrives in the US, without explanation, does Franek finally return to his homeland. Franek discovers that Jozek has been ostracized from the community, and constantly receives various threats. As Franek and Jozek struggle to rebuild their relationship, they are drawn into a gothic tale of intrigue. The two brothers eventually uncover a dark secret that forces them to confront the history of their family and their hometown.
104 minutes - Polish - Thriller/Drama - NR (Adult Content) (2013)

Igor & the Cranes' Journey Sunday, Sept. 21, 4:00 pm

Since his parents' divorce, 11-year-old Igor cherishes yearly visits to the Russian countryside to see his dad, Peter, a world-renowned crane specialist. On an expedition, Igor witnesses the birth of hatchling Karl, and vows to watch over him. But when Igor's mom decides to emigrate to Israel, Igor is forced to leave everything behind. Feeling lost and needing his dad more than ever, Igor connects through his father's video blog on the migration patterns of a family of cranes flying from Russia to Africa. In an attempt to draw his father closer and earn acceptance from his classmates, Igor comes up with an extraordinary plan to build a watering hole for Karl and the cranes' stopover in Israel.
90 minutes - Hebrew/Polish/Russian - Family/Adventure - PG-13 (2012)

14 Aug 2014

How to Escape Your Unemployment (or Under-Employment) Trap

By Ginny Grimsley
Principal Recruiter Lays the Blueprint

There's good news for jobs in the United States.

• In June, the private sector added 288,000 jobs, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

• The unemployment rate has shrunk to 6.1 percent, the lowest since September 2008, when the Great Recession was just starting. The rate has dropped nearly 2 percent since the beginning of 2013.

• The U.S. Payroll to Population employment rate (P2P), as tracked by Gallup, now stands at one of its highest points since tracking began in January 2010.

• More companies, states and cities are either raising their minimum wage or considering it.

Does this mean that we can put our minds to rest regarding jobs and prosperity? Not exactly, says Richard B. Alman, principal and chief career/employment strategist of Recruiter Media, owner of www.RecruiterNetworks.com, the world's largest owner/operator of career websites.

"It's great that reports show improvement, but the good news comes with an asterisk; we need to keep in mind the term that has become so common since 2009 - the 'new normal,' which, in part, refers to a lower expectation for prosperity," says Alman, who has managed human resources for Fortune 100 and smaller multi-national companies.

"Raising the minimum wage, for example, is a step in the right direction for many, but it's certainly not happening everywhere and it doesn't guarantee a living wage. California raised its minimum to $9 per hour, but that's a state with a very high cost of living."

What is the quality of these new jobs, and how many hours do they offer? What about the Catch 22 ensnaring the long-term unemployed, who can't get work because they don't have jobs? And where's the hope for the recent college graduates who are deeply in debt and can't find the jobs they've prepared for?

Alman has a blueprint that can help would-be employees in these tough positions.

•  One word: volunteer. "This is, by far, the best advice I can offer if you feel like you've tried everything and it hasn't worked," he says. Volunteering can pay very high dividends for anyone who is unemployed, under-employed or simply looking for a new career trajectory. It helps current and future employees of any age.

"You may not see the payoff right away, but volunteering has many long-term benefits," he says.

•  Volunteer in positions that will build your resume´. "When you volunteer, you can update your skills and resume´, which shows potential employers that you're not lazy," Alman says.  "Ask for jobs that use the career skills you have. For instance, if you have a background or degree in marketing, look for opportunities to volunteer in marketing for a non-profit."

For those with stretches of long-term unemployment on their resume´, volunteering is the best way to show future employers that you value staying active and building new skills. And, if you're a low-wage worker at a fast-food restaurant, for example, you can have a whole new headspace in which to consider your future.

•  Work on developing leads. "You can be just like everyone else who's desperate for a decent job or you can be proactive and build professional relationships, which do more than resume´s to earn interviews and employment," he says.

The non-profit sector attracts people who are passionate about a cause, a wide range of associated professionals and, frequently, people who are in high income brackets.

•  Where can folks go to volunteer? A half-hour of research online can yield viable options for legit non-profit organizations. Other great sources are hospitals, which tend to work closely with non-profit organizations. Hospitals also involve a wide variety of professionals.

"Once again, if you work well and develop great working relationships with others, you open yourself up to a whole network of possibilities," he says. "Who you know can make the difference."

About Richard B. Alman

Richard B. Alman is the principal and chief career/employment strategist of Recruiter Media Inc., the world's largest owner/operator of career websites, which offers recruiters, employers and job seekers a smarter alternative to the impersonal, less-specific "universal" employment websites.  www.RecruiterNetworks.com has been the only national, city-specific job board on the planet for more than a decade, serving more than 1,000 US cities with their own unique career web site. Alman has worked in all aspects of recruiting and career/employment strategies with corporations such as General Motors and UBS and privately owned multi-national companies.

14 Aug 2014

Governor Quinn Calls for State Building to Be Named in Honor of U.S. Senator Alan Dixon

By Katie Hickey

SPRINGFIELD - Governor Pat Quinn today announced a plan to name the Illinois State Museum Building in Springfield after the late U.S. Senator Alan Dixon. Governor Quinn initiated and is working with the Illinois General Assembly to pass a joint resolution making that designation official.

"Alan Dixon served with distinction on the local, state and federal levels and was an integral part of our state's history for four decades," Governor Quinn said. "Naming this building in his honor will help serve as a reminder of his lasting legacy of public service and his dedication to the people of Illinois."

"This is a very fitting way to honor the career of Alan Dixon who served the residents of our state with honor and energy for decades. I will be proud to sponsor this resolution," Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan said.

"Alan Dixon's legacy of bipartisanship, leadership and commitment to seeking the common good represents the best aspects of public service in our state and country," Illinois Senate President John J. Cullerton said.

The Illinois State Museum at 502 S. Spring St. in Springfield will be named the Alan J. Dixon Building of the Illinois State Museum upon passage of the joint resolution.

Dixon was born in Belleville on July 7, 1927. He earned a law degree and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Dixon was elected one of the youngest legislators ever to serve in the Illinois House of Representatives and served as an Illinois State Representative from 1951 to 1963. He served in the Illinois State Senate from 1963 to 1971, rising to the position of Assistant Democratic Leader. He also served as Illinois Treasurer from 1971 to 1977 and Secretary of State from 1977 to 1981. Dixon served in the U.S. Senate from 1980 to 1993, and was chairman of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission in 1994 and 1995. Dixon died on July 6, 2014 and is survived by his wife, Joan "Jody" Fox Dixon, three children, eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

The Illinois State Museum inspires discovery and caring about Illinois' cultural and natural resources and heritage. The museum's extensive collections and research activities provide the foundation for exhibitions and public programs that tell the story of the land, life, people and art of Illinois. The Illinois State Museum is headquartered in Springfield with branch facilities throughout the state. All State Museum facilities are open to the public free of charge.

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14 Aug 2014

News and Results from the 2014 Iowa State Fair VIII

By Lori Chappell

Quilters Sew Their Way to the Top in Iowa State Fair Contest

DES MOINES, IA (08/13/2014)(readMedia)-- Vicki Swensen of Nevada earned Best of Show honors in the Quilting division of the Fabric and Threads contest judged prior to the start of the 2014 Iowa State Fair.

Debra A. Kimball of Clive claimed the Sweepstakes award.

Additional results below:

TEAM OR GROUP

Hand Appliqué (300+ inches)

1) Mary V. Shotwell, Des Moines

2) Julie Hanel, Ankeny

Pieced from a Traditional Pattern (300+ inches)

1) Wayne Bradfield, Ottumwa

2) Diane Lehman, Badger

3) Kelli Belden, Madrid

4) Marilyn Sudduth, Mount Ayr

Honorable Mention) Erin Zehm, Ames

Honorable Mention) Barbara Aldeman, North Liberty

Honorable Mention) Connie Hansen, Audubon

Pieced, Any Other Pattern (300+ inches)

1) Vicki Swensen, Nevada

2) Mary Thompson, Williamsburg

3) Gail Maddy, Albia

4) Diane Lehman, Badger

Honorable Mention) Tamara Watts-McPhail, Ankeny

Honorable Mention) Paula Ray, Jewell

Honorable Mention) Karla Pickhinke, Storm Lake

Honorable Mention) Patricia Gragg, Moravia

Mixed Technique (300+ inches)

1) Joan Kerns, Edgewood

2) Debra A. Kimball, Clive

3) Dee Van Zee, Otley

4) Bonnabelle Rayner, Lone Tree

Honorable Mention) Mary V. Shotwell, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Lynn Johnson, West Des Moines

Hand Appliqué (¬<300 inches)

1) Debra A. Kimball, Clive

2) Leigh Lussie, Windsor Heights

3) Erin Zehm, Ames

4) Linda Arndt, West Des Moines

Machine Appliqué (¬¬<300 inches)

1) Doloris Culpepper, Des Moines

2) Mary V. Shotwell, Des Moines

3) Diana Brown, Indianola

4) Margaret Simons, Des Moines

Pieced (<300 inches)

1) Sheryl Phipps, Story City

2) Janet Westberg, Harvey

3) Margaret Beal, Adel

4) Laurie Tufford, Nevada

Honorable Mention) Dana Neumann, Ankeny

Honorable Mention) Carol Bertram, Storm Lake

Mixed Technique (<300 inches)

1) Bonnabelle Rayner, Lone Tree

2) Debra A. Kimball, Clive

3) Diana Brown, Indianola

4) Carol Bertram, Storm Lake

Honorable Mention) Margaret Beal, Adel

Honorable Mention) Karla Pickhinke, Storm Lake

Honorable Mention) Judie Herzog, Fairfield

COMBINATION

First Quilt

1) Anne Stoner, Logan

2) None Awarded

3) None Awarded

4) Kristal Beyer, Sully

Honorable Mention) Carol Bertram, Storm Lake

Memory Quilt

1) Gretta Wilkinson, Johnston

2) Valerie Funk, Osceola

3) Michelle And Tim Juhl, Greene

4) Becky Larson, Ankeny

Honorable Mention) Betty Westercamp, Grinnell

Embroidered by Hand

1) Janet Strouse, Storm Lake

2) Anita Gogerty, Norwalk

3) Renee McPhee, Grimes

4) Carol Bertram, Storm Lake

Embroidered by Machine

1) None Awarded

2) None Awarded

3) Junellyn Ellis, Tracy

4) Susan Body, Polk City

Honorable Mention) Pam Nelson, Ankeny

Whole Cloth

1) None Awarded

2) Martha Klatt, Adel

3) None Awarded

4) Michelle and Tim Juhl, Greene

Honorable Mention) Carol Kemme, Long Grove

Found & Finished

1) Linda Fritchen, Sigourney

2) Martha Klatt, Adel

3) Gretta Wilkinson, Johnston

4) Anita Gogerty, Norwalk

T-shirt

1) Diane Lehman, Badger

2) Leann Baumhover, Storm Lake

3) Becky Larson, Ankeny

4) Sheryl DeMouth, Johnston

Honorable Mention) Theresa Proctor, Pocahontas

Honorable Mention) Joann Olson, Ankeny

Art/Innovative

1) Kathy Lindquist, Panora

2) Becky Larson, Ankeny

3) Connie Remetch, Des Moines

4) Delores Dorland, Missouri Valley

Honorable Mention) Bonnabelle Rayner, Lone Tree

Modern

1) Janeen Pearson, Altoona

2) Martha Klatt, Adel

3) Linda McGhee, Mitchellville

4) Diane Lehman, Badger

Honorable Mention) Katheryn Russi, Johnston

Honorable Mention) Jennifer Bernard, Webster City

Appliqué Crib Quilt

1) Katheryn Russi, Johnston

2) Diana Brown, Indianola

Pieced Crib Quilt

1) None Awarded

2) None Awarded

3) Tamara Watts-McPhail, Ankeny

Honorable Mention) Debbie Wordehoff, Cedar Rapids

Honorable Mention) Joyce Brown, West Des Moines

Mixed Technique Crib Quilt

1) Linda Weber, Johnston

2) Becky Larson, Ankeny

3) Erin Zehm, Ames

Honorable Mention) Vicki Swensen, Nevada

Honorable Mention) Fern Stewart, West Des Moines

Appliqué Small Quilt

1) None Awarded

2) Mary V. Shotwell, Des Moines

3) Karen Thompson, Pleasantville

Honorable Mention) Diana Weirich, Des Moines

Pieced Small Quilt

1) None Awarded

2) Kelli Belden, Madrid

3) None Awarded

4) Renee McPhee, Grimes

Honorable Mention) Nancy Kiley, Perry

Honorable Mention) Aileen Taylor, Pella

Appliqué Miniature Quilt

1) Leigh Lussie, Windsor Heights

2) Erin Zehm, Ames

3) Diana Weirich, Des Moines

4) Julie McNair, Conrad

Pieced Miniature Quilt

1) Linda McGhee, Mitchellville

2) Carol Moellers, Greene

3) Karla Pickhinke, Storm Lake

4) Margaret Karr, Knoxville

Honorable Mention) Rebecca Roush, Cedar Rapids

INDIVIDUAL

Hand or Machine Appliqué (300+ inches)

1) Lucille Keeling, Cedar Falls

2) Delores Dorland, Missouri Valley

3) Erma Moore, Oskaloosa

Pieced from a Traditional Pattern (300+ inches)

1) Karen Thompson, Pleasantville

2) Joni Bruner, Marshalltown

3) Kerrie Rosheim, Ames

Pieced (300+ inches)

1) Joni Bruner, Marshalltown

2) Mary Holubar, Solon

3) Abbie Allen, Grimes

Honorable Mention) Vicki Swensen, Nevada

Mixed Technique (300+ inches)

1) Susan Collier, Grimes

2) Peggy Vespestad, Maxwell

Honorable Mention) Pamela Poppe, Des Moines

Hand or Machine Appliqué (-300 inches)

1) Martha Henrichs, Des Moines

2) Patty Barrett, Clive

3) Becky Larson, Ankeny

Honorable Mention) Erma Moore, Oskaloosa

Honorable Mention) Susan Collier, Grimes

Pieced (144-300 inches)

1) Janet Rabe, Ottumwa

2) Joni Bruner, Marshalltown

3) Susan Body, Polk City

Honorable Mention) Anita Gogerty, Norwalk

Honorable Mention) Ellen Kelly Smith, Des Moines

Pieced (<144 inches)

1) Diana Weirich, Des Moines

2) Teri Dorn, Ames

3) Liz Meimann, Nevada

Honorable Mention) Gayle Kauzlarich, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Betty Whitson, Ottumwa

Mixed Technique (144-300 inches)

1) Patty Barrett, Clive

2) Bonnabelle Rayner, Lone Tree

3) Barbara Zelhart, Albia

4) Joan Kerns, Edgewood

Honorable Mention) Sharon Meisenheimer, Johnston

Honorable Mention) Julie McNair, Conrad

Mixed Technique (<144 inches)

1) Kerrie Rosheim, Ames

2) Judy Diapico, Altoona

3) Martha Klatt, Adel

4) Carolyn Link, Maxwell

OTHER

Home Accessories, Pieced

1) Debra A. Kimball, Clive

2) Martha Klatt, Adel

3) Janet Westberg, Harvey

Home Accessories, Appliqué

1) Sherrie Davis, Pleasant Hill

2) Jan Jome, Ogden

Honorable Mention) Tamara Watts-McPhail, Ankeny

Honorable Mention) Sherry Von Fumetti, Johnston

Pillow

1) Lynn Koester, Ankeny

2) Veronica Koh Eischeid, Des Moines

3) Anita Gogerty, Norwalk

Honorable Mention) Kenda Headley, Ankeny

Bag / Tote

1) Catherine Russell, Underwood

2) Patricia Gragg, Moravia

3) Leann Baumhover, Storm Lake

Quilt Block

1) Julie McMichael, Truro

2) Denise Conoan, Winterset

3) Linda Fritchen, Sigourney

4) Katheryn Russi, Johnston

Honorable Mention) Christina Yana, Miles

Fabric and Threads exhibits are on display every day of the Fair from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the second floor of the William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building sponsored by Principal Financial Group.

Brooklyn Woman Wins Esteemed Prize in Iowa State Fair Contest

DES MOINES, IA (08/13/2014)(readMedia)-- Lillian Davidson of Brooklyn was awarded the prestigious Ruth Van Den Baard Award in the Senior Citizens division of the Fabric and Threads contest judged prior to the start of the 2014 Iowa State Fair.

The Ruth Van Den Baard Award is given to exhibitors who are at least 80 years of age when the item they submitted was completed. Exhibitors may enter any item using any technique eligible in the Fabric and Threads Department.

Complete results below:

Crochet - Afghan

1) Anna Mae Oline, Des Moines

2) Barbara DeWit, Tracy

3) Sue McKinley, Ankeny

Crochet - Baby Afghan

1) Shirley J. Leonard, West Des Moines

2) Judy Larsen, Ankeny

3) Barbara DeWit, Tracy

Crochet - Doily

1) Kathryn Hollingsworth, Pleasantville

2) Barbara DeWit, Tracy

3) Delores McClugage, Ankeny

Knit Baby Afghan

1) Judith Lewison, Marshalltown

Knit Sweater

1) Judith Hainaut, Des Moines

2) Evelyn Mintzer, West Des Moines

3) Donna Grote, Council Bluffs

4) Eleanor Verwers, Altoona

Honorable Mention) Betty Jo Staudt, Marble Rock

Honorable Mention) Shirley J. Leonard, West Des Moines

Knit Shawl

1) Linda Shelley, Des Moines

2) Janet Luing, Panora

Tatted Item

1) Serena Linn, Des Moines

2) None Awarded

3) Louise Whitlow, Johnston

Honorable Mention) Esther Miller, Des Moines

Embroidered Towel - Hand Embroidery

1) Diane Olson Sanders, Ellsworth

2) Betty Jo Staudt, Marble Rock

3) Wilma Brouwer, Pella

4) Lois Aldridge, Kellogg

Honorable Mention) Norma J. Hill, Des Moines

Machine Embroidered Item

1) Norene Bruxvoort, Leighton

2) Diane Lehman, Badger

3) Miriam Armintrout, Des Moines

4) Mary Dustin, Albia

Honorable Mention) Dorothy Cowlen, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Lois Friday, Iowa City

Embroidered Pillowcases

1) Betty Jo Staudt, Marble Rock

2) Kathryn Hollingsworth, Pleasantville

3) Linda Town, Wellsburg

4) Lois Aldridge, Kellogg

Honorable Mention) Norma J. Hill, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Marcella R. Huff, West Des Moines

Needlepoint Item - Plastic Canvas

1) Colette Wortman, Urbandale

2) Marie Stuber, Des Moines

Needlepoint Item - No Plastic Canvas

1) Berniece Quint, Cedar Rapids

2) Phyllis Olson, Cedar Rapids

3) Glenda Millard, Des Moines

Cross Stitched Item

1) Betty Jo Staudt, Marble Rock

2) Linda Town, Wellsburg

Counted Cross Stitch

1) Robert Malake, Davenport

2) Lois Avitt, Des Moines

3) Mary P. Sullivan, West Des Moines

4) Karen Cody, Colo

Honorable Mention) Lillian Davidson, Brooklyn

Honorable Mention) Susan Andrew, Carlisle

Honorable Mention) Mary Jo Wolf, Cedar Rapids

Honorable Mention) Verrill Dayton, Ankeny

Hardanger Embroidery

1) Doris Evans, Pella

Pieced Wall Quilt

1) Wayne Bradfield, Ottumwa

2) Connie Remetch, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Nancy DeLay, Indianola

Mixed Technique Wall Quilt

1) Becky Larson, Ankeny

2) Sharon Meisenheimer, Johnston

3) Delores Dorland, Missouri Valley

4) Marge Bledsoe, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Bonnabelle Rayner, Lone Tree

Pieced Quilt - Individual or Team

1) Suzanne Halley, Marion

2) Diane Lehman, Badger

3) Marla Reedholm, Ames

4) Wayne Bradfield, Ottumwa

Honorable Mention) Janet Westberg, Harvey

Honorable Mention) Nancy DeLay, Indianola

Honorable Mention) Ellen Kelly Smith, Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Vicki Swensen, Nevada

Appliqué Quilt - Individual or Team

1) Leigh Lussie, Windsor Heights

2) Jan Jome, Ogden

3) Carol Bertram, Storm Lake

Honorable Mention) Linda Arndt, West Des Moines

Honorable Mention) Mary Martin, Clive

Scrap Quilt - Individual or Team

1) Nancy DeLay, Indianola

2) Diane Lehman, Badger

3) Sheryl Harvey, Van Meter

Honorable Mention) Karen McBeth, Oskaloosa

Any Item - Ruth Van Den Baard Award

1) Lillian Davidson, Brooklyn

2) Jackie Trevillyan, Winterset

3) Margaret Beal, Adel

4) Berniece Schumacher, Readlyn

Honorable Mention) Esther Miller, Des Moines

Fabric and Threads exhibits are on display every day of the Fair from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the William C. Knapp Varied Industries Building sponsored by Principal Financial Group.

"Nothing Compares" to the 2014 Iowa State Fair, August 7-17. The Fairgrounds are located at East 30th and East University Avenue, just 10 minutes east of downtown Des Moines, and are open 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. each day of the Fair. Exhibit hours may vary. For more information, call 800/545-FAIR or visit iowastatefair.org.

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