05 May 2014

Treasurer Fitzgerald Adds More Names to the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt

By Karen Austin

DES MOINES, IA (05/05/2014)(readMedia)-- State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald announced he has more money to return to Iowans. The spring publication of the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is scheduled to begin soon and includes thousands of names that have been received in the last year.

"In upcoming weeks, the new names that have been added to the Great Iowa Treasure Hunt will be published," Fitzgerald said. The treasurer would also like to remind individuals they do not have to wait for the publication to begin to see if they have unclaimed property. "Simply go to greatiowatreasurehunt.com and start your search. I encourage everyone to take a few minutes and search for their name."

The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt program has returned over $175 million in unclaimed property to more than 423,000 people since Fitzgerald created it in 1983. Unclaimed property refers to money and other assets held by financial institutions or companies that have lost contact with the property's owner for a specific period of time. State law requires these institutions and companies to annually report unclaimed property to the state treasurer's office. The assets are then held until the owner or heir of the property is found. Common forms of unclaimed property include savings or checking accounts, stocks, uncashed checks, life insurance policies, utility security deposits, and safe deposit box contents.

to begin your search. Be sure to like Great Iowa Treasure Hunt on Facebook and follow the program on Twitter @GreatIATreasure.

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05 May 2014

KISS (Keep It Supported for Seniors) Invites Community to Town Hall Meeting to Make Case for Hope Creek

By Chris Baker

KISS Invites Community to Town Hall Meeting to Make Case for Hope Creek

Rock Island, IL– On Wednesday May 7th, the KISS Hope Creek Referendum Committee will be hosting a town hall meeting concerning the past, present, and future of Hope Creek Nursing Home and the November Referendum. The purpose of this town hall meeting is to better inform Rock Island County voters on this important community issue.

Rock Island County Board Members Scott Terry and Drue Mielke, and Rock Island County Board candidate Brian Flaherty will be sharing information and taking questions about Hope Creek.

The town hall meeting will be held at the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 25 Hall, which is located at 4600 46th Ave in Rock Island. The meeting will be from 5:30-7:30pm. Light refreshments and snacks will be available. All Rock Island County residents are invited.

To learn more about KISS, please visit www.kisshopecreek.com or www.facebook.com/kisshopecreek.

05 May 2014

Branstad, Reynolds HSEMD Director Schouten encourage storm readiness

By Office of the Governor of the State of Iowa

(DES MOINES) - Iowa Gov. Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds were joined today at their weekly news conference by Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department (HSEMD) Director Mark Schouten to encourage Iowans to be prepared during severe weather season.

"Lieutenant Governor Reynolds and I offer our sympathy to families who lost loved ones in the storms that raced across Iowa on April 27th, and our support to the communities that sustained damage," said Branstad. "Being prepared for a storm, no matter the season, is the best way to protect yourself and families from dangerous weather."

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"Governor Branstad and I, along with Iowa Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department, stand ready to assist Iowans and their communities when severe weather strikes," said Reynolds. "It's critically important for Iowans to take the necessary precautions ahead of inclement weather. We urge Iowans to take time to prepare for this spring and summer's storm season."

Iowa HSEMD outlined 3 easy steps Iowans can take to be ready for severe weather:

Step 1: Be aware

  • The most important thing you can do is to stay aware of the potential for bad weather in your area.
  • Tune into local television and radio stations, purchase a weather radio, or install a weather alert app onto your mobile phone to receive the most up-to-date weather information.
  • When weather alerts are issued, act quickly to stay safe.

Step 2: Make An Emergency Plan

  • Sit down with your family and talk about what you will do if there is a severe weather alert issued for your area or if there is a danger of flooding.
  • Don't forget to make plans for those with special needs, such as elderly family members, and also for your pets.

Step 3: Build an Emergency Supply Kit

Keep a kit at home and in your car in case you must shelter in place or quickly evacuate your home.

Include in your kit items such as:

  • Water and non-perishable food for 3-5 days
  • A first aid kit
  • A battery-operated flashlight and radio along with extra batteries
  • Special items, such as prescription medications, baby formula, diapers and pet food
  • Copies of important documents, such as birth certificates and insurance information.

"At the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department, our job is to ensure Iowa and Iowans are prepared and ready to respond to emergencies and disasters," said Iowa HSEMD Director Mark Schouten. "Our message to all Iowans is to take steps now to be prepared for the next round of severe weather. Just taking a few minutes today to think it through and know what you will do can help keep you and your family safe."

To get additional details and tools, including a brochure that outlines how to plan and prepare, visit www.beready.iowa.gov.

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05 May 2014

Beaux Arts Fair Weekend

By Natalie Dunlop

Davenport, Iowa (May 5, 2014) The spring Beaux Arts Fair will be taking place this weekend on the plaza in front of the Figge Art Museum.

From 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday more than 200 artisans will fill the plaza and the surrounding streets with a variety of handmade crafts including jewelry, pottery, stained glass, sculptures and more. Spin art for kids of all ages will also be offered from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. both days.

Admission to the fair is free and the Figge is offering $2 admission to the museum all weekend long. This year, Beaux Arts Fair and Mother's Day share a weekend, so to celebrate the museum is offering FREE admission to all moms on Mother's Day. Treat your mom to a full day of fun free of charge.

Spend the day exploring the Beaux Arts Fair outside and enjoying the exhibits inside as well as family-friendly activities in the family gallery and studios. All proceeds from the Beaux Arts Fair benefit programming and exhibitions at the Figge.

About the Figge Art Museum

The Figge Art Museum is located on the riverfront in downtown Davenport at 225 West Second Street. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday and Sundays 12-5 p.m. Thursdays the museum is open until 9 p.m. Admission to the museum and tour is $7. Admission is free to Figge members and institutional members and free to all on Thursday evenings from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. To contact the museum, please call 563.326.7804, or visit www.figgeartmuseum.org.

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05 May 2014

Branstad Has 15 Point Lead on Hatch in Early Polling

By Steve Grubbs
Davenport - In a poll taken April 30th and May 1st, of 400 registered voters, Governor Terry Branstad has a fifteen point lead over his Democrat challenger, State Senator, Jack Hatch.

In the survey of voters, 48% indicated they would either definitely or probably vote for Branstad, while 33% said the same of Hatch.

"The Governor's lead is about where it should be at this point for an incumbent governor in a state without some of the political upheaval we are seeing elsewhere," said Steve Grubbs, CEO of Victory Enterprises.

The survey is balanced by party affiliation, gender, age and geography.  "We used the party turnout numbers from 2010 as the basis to set our targets for this survey. In that year, 40% of voter turnout was Republican and 35% Democrat.  In this off-year election, 2010 is the best predictor of voter participation this year."

In order for Senator Hatch to win, he will need to change the nature of the race substantially between now and November. As it stands, he would need  to win the undecided voters 9:1 in order to overcome Branstad's lead.

In other results, the Governor's job performance sits at 54% approving and 32% disapproving.

"The bottom line is the governor is sitting in a strong position as he enters the summer.  Incumbents prefer to be over 50% in their re-elect ballot test to feel comfortable, so its clear the governor cannot take this election for granted," said Grubbs.

Click to view the Iowa Statewide Survey top lines.

The survey has a margin of error of 4.9% and 400 registered voters participated.

This survey is the proprietary property of Victory Enterprises, Inc.

05 May 2014

Free Concerts Continue This Spring in West Branch

By Adam Prato

WEST BRANCH, IOWA– Grab a friend and pack a picnic... because the music is lively and free! This year's "Music on the Village Green" kicks off with the award-winning West Branch High School Jazz Band on Monday, May 19.

Following the May 19 performance Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, in cooperation with Main Street West Branch, invites visitors to a series of special musical events each Thursday night in June.  The weekly performances feature bluesman Kevin "B.F." Burt (June 5), folk blues duo Joe and Vicki Price (June 12), mariachi musicians Las Guitarras De Mexico (June 19), and contemporary country performer Danika Holmes featuring Jeb Hart (June 26).

The concerts are free and begin at 7:00 p.m. at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site in West Branch, Iowa.

The outdoor concerts will take place on the village green at the intersection of Parkside Drive and Main Street in historic downtown West Branch.  The village green provides a classic small town setting in which to enjoy an evening of free entertainment.  There is ample parking nearby, and people are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or ground blankets. In inclement weather the performances will be moved to the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, 210 Parkside Drive in West Branch.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site and the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum are in West Branch, Iowa at exit 254 off I-80. Both are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time. For more information go online at www.nps.gov/heho or call (319) 643-2541.


Herbert Hoover National Historic Site

110 Parkside Drive

PO Box 607

West Branch, Iowa 52358


319 643-2541 phone

319 643-7864 fax

www.nps.gov/heho


Twitter: @HooverNPS

Facebook: HerbertHooverNHS

05 May 2014

Chamber Music Quad Cities presents Amir Eldan and David Bowlin in concert on Friday, May 16th

By Ellen Bowlin
Chamber Music Quad Cities presents Amir Eldan and David Bowlin in concert on Friday, May 16th at 7:30PM  at the Unitarian Church, 3707 Eastern, Davenport.
The program will include two cello suites by J.S. Bach, performed by Amir Eldan, and a solo violin work by Chinese-American composer Huang Ruo, performed by David Bowlin. The program will conclude with Maurice Ravel's engaging Sonata for Violin and Cello.
Amir Eldan has performed as principal cellist of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, and was the youngest member of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra when he won the position of Assistant Principal Cello at age 22. He has performed live broadcasts on public radio in the U.S., Israel, and Europe. Currently he serves on the cello faculty at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and is a member of the Oberlin Trio with violinist David Bowlin and pianist Haewon Song.
David Bowlin has been artistic director of Chamber Music Quad Cities since 2007. He won first prize at the Washington International Competition in 2003 and has performed in New York at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall, Alice Tully Hall, the 92nd Street Y, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Merkin Hall, and Symphony Space. Recent recordings include works by Huang Ruo and Luciano Berio for Oberlin Music. Currently Bowlin serves on the faculty of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, and is a member of the Oberlin Trio.
Payment is made at the door: $12 for adults and $5 for students. For further information, please call 309-797-0516 or visit the website at www.chambermusicqc.com.
05 May 2014

'Robin Hood' Tumbles To TLP Stage

By Rick Martin

Mount Carroll, IL-- The Magic Owl Children's Theatre at Timber Lake Playhouse (TLP) presents a new telling of the Robin Hood tale, designed specifically for young audiences. Each year, TLP, the professional summer theatre of Northwest Illinois, produces a spring show for schools in the region, offering thousands of young people their first exposure to live theatre. This year, the company has opened up ticket sales to the general public, as well.

The Commedia Robin Hood by Lane Riosley will be performed at the Playhouse from Wednesday, May 7 through Saturday, May 10 at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. each day. Associate Artistic Director--and long-time TLP favorite--Courtney Crouse, directs a cast chosen from auditions around the country. All tickets for Robin Hood are only $5.00, as this program is partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency, through federal funds from the National Endowment for the Arts.

In The Commedia Robin Hood, a merry troupe of actors ? Columbine, Arlequin, Punchin and Rosetta ? tackle, tumble, trick and trip their way through the tale of Robin Hood with fantastic abandon.  Get ready for action-packed clowning with puppets, stilts, singing, patter verse and fun mock-combat in this unforgettable adaptation.

Commedia dell'arte, Italian for 'comedy of the professional artists,' was a popular form of improvisational theatre that began in Italy in the 15th century and continued in its appeal for centuries.  At that time, all performances were unscripted and held outdoors, with simple props and inventive scenery.  The influence of commedia dell'arte is evident in much of our contemporary comedy, most notably in those great comedy artists of the 20th century, the Marx Brothers.

Some performances are already sold out, so advance tickets are suggested. Walk-ups to a sold out show will still be accommodated with folding chairs. TLP is located at 8215 Black Oak Rd. in rural Mount Carroll, IL. Tickets are $5.00 and available at the box office, by calling 815-244-2035 or visiting www.timberlakeplayhouse.org. The show is appropriate for all ages.

The Commedia Robin Hood is produced through special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service.

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05 May 2014

QCWE Concert May 10th, featuring 2014 DCamp Competition Winner

By QCWE Publicity

The Quad City Wind Ensemble's (QCWE) Spring Concert will be performed on Saturday, May 10th at 7:30pm.  The concert will feature 2014 winner of the Charles B. DCamp Young Performers' Competition, Gabrielle Hartman, bassoon.  Location for the performance is the Allaert Auditorium at the Galvin Fine Arts Center on the St. Ambrose campus.  Admission in $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and FREE for all students through 12th grade.  See attached poster for details.

Bassoonist Hartman, a sophomore at Muscatine High School, will perform the first movement of Mozart's Bassoon Concerto with the QCWE.  Second place winner of the 2014 DCamp Young Performers' Competition went to Jacob Nishimura, a sophomore alto saxophonist from Iowa City West High School.  Third place winner was tuba player Donovan Klutho, a freshman at Bettendorf High School.

Themed "Oh, The Places We've Been", the concert includes selections chosen by QCWE members from repertoire recently performed.  Selections from this concert will also be performed during the QCWE performance at the Iowa Bandmasters Association (IBA) 2014 Conference May 15. The conference takes place at the Downtown Marriott in Des Moines, Iowa.

The IBA includes a membership of over 1,000, most of whom are directors of school bands.  It is one of the largest and most active of all state bandmaster organizations in the country.  Its driving force has kept good bands and good band music thriving in communities of all sizes through the state of Iowa.

The QCWE was founded in 1987 by Dr. Charles B. DCamp of St. Ambrose University, and has become one of the finest adult bands in the nation. In 2012 the QCWE was the Community Division winner of The American Prize in Band/Wind Ensemble Performance.  For additional information, please visit www.qcwindensemble.org, or http://www.facebook.com/qcwindensemble

05 May 2014

"Planning and The Rule of Law" readings from F.A. Hayek's " The Road To Serfdom" Independent Scholars Evenings

By Narveen Aryaputri
May 8th. 2014
Independent Scholars Evenings.
7:00 p.m.
Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Avenue. Moline
" Planning and The Rule of Law "
Readings from this chapter from ' The Road To Serfdom' : By F.A. Hayek. Edited by Bruce Caldwell. 2007 University of Chicago Press edition.
Copies of the chapter will be available for co-learners to take home with them.
Due to the success of the previous session, a new session is being reviewed this week.
Independent Scholars' Evenings :
Doors will be open at 6:30 p.m.
We continue to meet on the 2nd. Floor of the Moline Commercial Club.
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.

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