14 Feb 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 2/14/2014

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday 02/14/2014

The LeClaire Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Award Winners for 2013, honored at the Annual Awards Dinner, February 1, 2014 at Davenport County Club:

Volunteer of the Year - Barry Long

Event of the Year - Iowa Tug Fest

Business Member of the Year - Mississippi River Distilling Company and Snap Fitness

Edward B. deSilva Leadership Award - Ryan Burchett and Terri Applegate

Pineapple Award for Outstanding Customer Service - Aunt Hattie's Fanciful Emporium

Congratulations to all the Award Winners for 2013!!

We are also pleased to introduce the Chamber Board of Directors for 2014:

President - Mike Clingingsmith, PV Community Schools

Vice-President - Melody Oltmann, LeClaire First Presbyterian Church

Secretary - Dr. Crystal Buesing, Dr. Crystal's Chiropractic Care

Treasurer - Andrew Arndt, Arndt Chiropractic Center, Inc.

Board Members:

KV Dahl - Dahl Ford Davenport

Dayle Hall - Moline Dispatch Publishing Co.

Jim Huiskamp - Blackhawk Bank and Trust

Debbie Mulvania - First Central State Bank

Vern Spring - Retired LeClaire Mayor

Time to Renew your LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Membership or Join for 2014! Go to www.leclairechamber.com to renew or join, or see the attached form to complete and return. Deadline to renew was February 1, 2014, so get your membership in! We will soon be adding new and renewed members, updating our Member Directory for the chamber website, the LeClaire Ap and the March Newsletter, and we want you on that list! Thank you for your membership!

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

Murfs Turf Derek Murphy, Owner. 23068 277th Ave., LeClaire, IA 52753 Rough and finish grading, sod and hydro-seeding, erosion control, landscaping, snow removal, light to medium dirt moving. 563-940-1501- murfsturf@windstream.net

Barb Arland-Fye - Individual Membership - Welcome, Barb!

CALENDAR

 

February 14th - LeClaire Community Library - Open Board Gaming School's out on Feb. 14th, so head over to the library to play all your favorite board games. This all-ages program is from 1-3pm.

 

February 14th - Crane and Pelican Valentine's Day Dinner - 3 seatings, 5pm - 7pm - 9pm $100 per couple. Call for Reservations: 563-289-8774

 

February 14th - Faithful Pilot Valentine's Day Dinner - currently booked up - 2 seatings, 6 and 8:30 p.m.  $60 per person, $35 wine pairing. No coupons or discounts.

 

February 14th - Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill - Cupid Can Kiss My (__) Party! 7 p.m. Drink specials and lots of fun!

 

February 15th - Go Fish Marina Bar and Grill - Love Party 7 p.m. - $15 Dinner Special. 10 oz. Smoked Prime Rib Dinner - includes mini-bakers and sautéed vegetables. Free bottle of Champagne with purchase of 2 Prime Rib Dinners! Drink Special - Chocolate Lovers Margarita! Live music by Chuck Murphy, 7-11 p.m.

 

February 15th - Faithful Pilot - 4 Course Menu $60.00 - no coupons or discounts. Seating available at 6:00 & 8:30 p.m.

 

February 17th - Buffalo Bill Museum Cleaning Day as in "tackle the last of the construction dust, move some exhibits, and make it sparkle!"  9am - 4pm   If you have a little time to spare, want to join a fun work crew, enjoy refreshments, and see what's new up close, Join us! You don't have to be current member, current volunteer, or even let us know you're coming - just stop in!!

 

February 19th - Charles Schwab - ETF's Explained Want to fill gaps in your portfolio? Discover how exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can help. 2:00pm. Charles Schwab, Eric Johannes, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300, Davenport, IA 52807. Please R.S.V.P 563-275-3663

 

February 20th - LeClaire Community Library - Elephant and Piggy Party! Celebrate Mo Willems lovable characters with themed crafts and activities from 4-5pm. This program is best for grades Pre-K to 2nd.

 

February 20th - Faithful Pilot Last seating at 6:30 then closed for a private event.

 

February 22nd - Trivia at LeClaire Civic Center to benefit LeClaire Little League. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and Trivia will start at 7 p.m. Cost is $10 per person, 8 people per table maximum. You don't have to be a genius! To reserve a table, call Vicky, 563-639-4611.

 

February 18th - Bunco at The LeClaire Civic Club 10am -12noon.  $2/person, no reservation required.  Coffee provided; soda $1.  Please bring a snack food to share.  Call 563-289-4458 for more information.

 

February 23rd - Buffalo Bill's Birthday Party! The Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire invites the public to celebrate William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody's birthday from noon - 4 p.m. Born in LeClaire, IA on February 26th, 1846, he was a frontiersman, US Army Scout, and later a celebrity touring throughout the world with his "Wild West Congress." He remains a favorite among generations, world-wide. Free admission, light refreshments, children's activities, and a visit from "Buffalo Bill" himself! No RSVP required!

 

February 23rd - Faithful Pilot Wine Tasting $15.00 3:00-5:00p.m

 

February 26th - Faithful Pilot - VINO VASO $40.00 per wine glass, includes, paint, wine glass (which you take home), one glass of free wine, and cheese, fruit and cracker tray.  Make reservations on Vino Vaso's Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/

 

February 27th - LeClaire Community Library - Spy Club Are you a master of disguise? Can you decode secret messages or enter a room undetected? Join us Feb. 27th from 4-5pm to sharpen you spy skills and learn some new tricks. This program is recommended for grades 3rd-5th.

 

February 28th through March1st - Buffalo Bill Museum Fundraiser YOUNKER'S Community Days 2014 Returns with more savings in the valuable coupon books! Available through the Buffalo Bill Museum (or online at www.communitydayevent.com). Each $5 booklet contains over $500 in coupon-savings, including a$10 coupon to use on an item of $10 or more; a shopping pass to save up to 25% off, shop online or at your local store; a30% off Early Bird Coupon valid BOTH DAYS until 1pm; and lots more!  To purchase a booklet, visit the Buffalo Bill Museum by March 1st!  Every $5 booklet purchased results in a $5 contribution to the museum, too! We appreciate your support!

 

February 28th - LeClaire Community Library - LEGO Club See what building challenge is in store for you on Friday, Feb. 28th from 3:30-4:30pm. This program meets the last Friday of every month and is recommended for ages 7 & up.

 

Save the Date

March 1st - Pub Rock Bingo!  Fund Raiser for Freedom Rock, Coming to LeClaire as the Chosen Site for Scott County!! Event will be hosted by Cody Tucker of B100! Songs will be played and you identify the songs on bingo cards for prizes! Come dressed as your favorite rock star to win the Best Costume Prize! Purchase raffle tickets to win BIG prizes, including a $250 Harley Davidson Watch from Wieblers, or win big with our 50/50 raffle! Other prizes donated by Steventon's, Faithful Pilot, Blue Iguana and more! Food and concessions will be available for purchase - BYOB. Freedom Rock t-shirts $10. LeClaire Rec Center, 429 N. 3rd St., LeClaire, IA.  Doors open at 6p.m., event starts 7p.m. Space is limited and tickets are going fast! Go to Facebook: Freedom Rock Tour - Scott County Iowa or http://www.pubrockbingo.com/product-category/non-profit-events/freedom-rock-tour-scott-county-iowa/ for tickets and more information.

 

March 3rd - Penny Molumby, Style with PM Interiors, will be on Paula Sands Live! 3pm. During her segment, she will be talking about her March 8th shade repair class. She will also be demonstrating how viewers can recycle broken shade material and create exciting Spring Decor.

 

March 7th - Buffalo BIll Museum Grand Opening & Ribbon-Cutting 5 p.m. Come celebrate the museum's expanded facility during an Open House (4-7pm) and the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce's Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 5pm.  It will be a great start of "First Friday" in LeClaire!

 

March 7th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8pm

 

March 8th - Style with PM Interiors - Hunter Douglas Honeycomb Cellular Shade Repair Class The class will consist of learning how to remove a shades from the window, disassembling, restringing, and reassembling the cellular shade. The class will be held at:  Style with PM Interiors, 1293 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa, 2:30-4:00pm.  Fee - $15.00. Class size is limited. For Reservations call 563-289-2330.

 

March 8th - LeClaire Recreation Family Night 4:00-6:30pm, $2 per person, 3 and under free. Concessions available. Open gym. Movie "ET" starts at 5 p.m. www.leclairereccenter.com

 

FYI

Join Celebration Belle for our 2014 Cruising Season beginning April 2nd - October 31st. Make reservations online at www.celebrationbelle.com or by calling 1-800-297-0034

Faithful Pilot Café Lunches Wednesday-Saturday 12-2 - Sammie of the Day, House made Soups, Salads, and Pasta!

Riverbend Signworks' most recent UPDATER was published this week.  This issue is related to branding.  It's also available on-line for a limited time here: http://myemail.constantcontact.com/Alert--Brand-Improvement---it-can-be-simple.html?soid=1111968629442&aid=JiioarTN3rM

Winter Hours for the LeClaire Information Center Noon-3 p.m., Tuesday - Saturday. May be closed some days for inclement weather.

 

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Please share your knowledge and love of LeClaire with our visitors! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer. The winter shifts are 1½ - 3 hours. You will be trained, and it is fun!

 

Commercial Space Available for Rent - 118 N. Cody Rd. Call 563-289-2525.

Commercial Property Available - 1295 and 1297 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. There are two in-line units available consisting of 2,160 sq. ft. each or 4,320 sq. ft. combined and suitable for either retail or office user. The location provides plenty of parking just off Highway 67/Cody Road with an overview of the Great River Road. It has excellent visibility with an elevated monument sign, and is located close to the first Iowa exit on I-80. Current co-tenants include Slagle Foods, Subway, First Central State Bank, and Style with PM Interiors. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Rent - 204 Jones St. - Call 563-370-2386 for more information. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only. Lease with option to purchase.

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. Washer & dryers in every unit along with all other appliances.  Each apartment has either a balcony or a patio.  Considerable storage in each 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 for a tour and more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? If you own residential rental property or commercial property that is available for lease or sale in the greater LeClaire region, 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. As a service to the community, we would like to have the information available so we can share the most up-to-date information on our website!
Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire Meals for Seniors at the church every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12 noon. Good food and a time to visit with others. Please call 563-289-3646 and make a reservation 2 days in advance.

 

LeClaire Events Coming Up!

April 5-6 - Girls Getaway Weekend

May 2-3 - French Market Days

May 3-4 - LeClaire Community Library Book Sale

June 7-8 - City Wide Garage Sales

 

LeClaire Community Library Events:

Children's Events:

Storytime Hours: Every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm & Friday morning at 10:30am.

Just for Teens:

Service Hours: Looking for new opportunities to complete your service hour requirements? The library could always use some help! Students are invited to stop by the library as their schedule allows?no advance appointment is required?and we will put them to work!  We try and be as flexible as possible?student volunteers can stay as long or as little as they are able to or comfortable with.

TAG: In March, the library will be starting up our very first Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! Join us for our first meeting on March 20th, from 4-5pm to learn how YOU can help the library staff develop services for young adults. By attending you can earn credit towards your services hours, and we serve snacks!

Events for Adults:

LeClaire Writer's Group: every 2nd Saturday of each month from 10am-12pm. Join us in the fireplace room for peer review, to discuss writing, and meet other local authors!

Adult Book Discussion Group: For the month of February, we'll be reading The Rosie Project by Graeme Simison. We'll meet on Wednesday, Feb. 26th at 6:30 in the fireplace room to discuss. To see the rest of the Book Club picks for 2014, visit the Adult Events tab on our website here: http://www.leclaire.lib.ia.us/adultservices/programs

 

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14 Feb 2014

UI students receive degrees after 2013 fall session

By Deborah Thumma

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA FALL GRADS LIST via The Link
The University of Iowa awarded an estimated 1,500 degrees at the close of the 2013 fall session. Among the graduates are Jarred F. Amato of Moline with an MBA in Business Administration, Abbey Kron, also of Moline, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies; and Brittney Janae Ross of Rock Island with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

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14 Feb 2014

IOWA MICRO-DISTILLING LEGISLATION HOUSE FILE 2173 & SENATE FILE 2175

By Cindy Bruhm

February 13, 2014 - For the second year in a row, Mississippi River Distilling Company has been working hard to get legislation passed in the state of Iowa to reduce restrictions on Iowa Micro-Distilleries.

WHAT ARE WE ASKING FOR? Essentially, we are looking for the same privileges that Iowa breweries and wineries enjoy.

• We want the ability to sell drinks made with spirits that are manufactured on site. Currently, we are only allowed to serve 2 ounces of free samples per person, per day.

• We are asking to raise the daily retail sales limit to one case. Iowa law limits our retail sales at the distillery to two bottles per person, per day. Iowa breweries, wineries and liquor stores have no sales limits.

This change will allow for more Iowa made products to be sold in our state. That means more tourism dollars, more alcohol tax dollars and more jobs in Iowa. The more we can do to make this industry attractive for Iowa business people, the more we will see the industry grow. The state is a direct beneficiary of increased alcohol sales because of the state tax and distribution system.

There is great interest in hosting events at Iowa distilleries, much like groups do at Iowa breweries and wineries.

This change would open Iowa distilleries to more exposure and tourism opportunities. Many other states, including Illinois, Missouri and Michigan allow for sales of product by the glass and the bottle at microdistilleries. According to the American Distilling Institute, states that allow for retail sales by the glass and bottle saw a 78% growth in the number of microdistilleries in their states from 2011 to 2013. States without these laws saw a 14% increase during the same time period.

TAX REVENUE FOR IOWA

In fiscal year 2012, the Iowa Alcoholic Beverage Division received $6.7 million in revenue from the sale of products made by Iowa microdistilleries. In contrast, Iowa had $7.7 million in total revenue from the sale of every bottle of wine in the state. Beer sales generated nearly $14 million. But hard liquor sales generated over $255 million. Iowa's three largest microdistilleries accounted for 2.3% of that revenue. As the sole distributor of hard liquor in Iowa, the state has as much to gain as any microdistillery from a revenue perspective. Every dollar of profit made from alcohol sales at Iowa microdistilleries generates a dollar of tax revenue for the state of Iowa.

CONSISTENT WITH IOWA LAW

Iowa microdistilleries all work through the current state control of alcohol trafficking in our state. This bill takes steps to maintain the current three-tier system of alcohol trafficking in Iowa. By doing this, the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division will be able to ensure that all taxes are properly assessed when the products are distributed. No tax breaks for the industry are included in this bill. The bill will lead to increased tax revenue for Iowa.

* Iowa distilleries are not allowed to engage in wholesale distribution of spirits.

* All products will be distributed through the Iowa ABD warehouse in Ankeny.

* Product sold for on-premise consumption (by the glass) will be purchased through a "Class E" liquor licensee (Wholesaler), just like every other Iowa bar and restaurant does and therefore maintaining the current system in Iowa.

SUPPORT

This bill has bi-partisan support from our local representatives. Representative Steve Olson (R) is driving the bill in the House. Senator Rita Hart (D) is leading the charge in the Senate. is being supported by the Iowa micro-distilling industry, Iowa Association of Business and Industry, Iowa Corn Growers, Iowa Farm Bureau and the Iowa Restaurant Association.

OPPOSITION

The only registered opposition to the bill has been from the Iowa Wholesale Beer Distributors Association. This is a well organized and well funded lobby that has great influence in Des Moines. Ironically, this organization did not oppose past legislation that opened up these privileges for small Iowa breweries and native Iowa wineries. We are hopeful that through dialogue at our committee hearings we can help our lawmakers and opposition see that this legislation poses no threat to existing business. Instead, it supports small family business, local farms and holds great potential for tourism, tax revenue and jobs in Iowa.

SUMMARY

Micro-distillation is a rapidly growing industry, much like small wineries and microbreweries were 15 to 20 years ago. Iowa's three biggest micro-distilleries, Templeton Rye in Templeton, Mississippi River Distilling Company in LeClaire and Cedar Ridge in Swisher, accounted for over $6.5 million in wholesale liquor sales in Iowa in the last fiscal year. Iowa has an opportunity to encourage significant growth in production and tourism in our state with this legislation.

This law change will boost tourism, create jobs and increase tax revenue in the state of Iowa.

Contact:

Ryan Burchett, Owner/Distiller
Mississippi River Distilling Company
303 North Cody Road
PO Box 801
LeClaire, IA 52753

563-484-4342 Distillery
563-271-0608 Cell
ryan@mrdistilling.com
www.mrdistilling.com

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14 Feb 2014

Local Students Named to Eastern Illinois University's Deans' List

By Vicki Shaw-Woodard

CHARLESTON, IL (02/13/2014)(readMedia)-- More than 990 undergraduate students have been named to Eastern Illinois University's Fall 2013 Deans' List.

The Deans' List at EIU recognizes undergraduates with a declared major whose academic performance has been excellent. Students who achieve a GPA of 3.80 to 4.00 (on a 4.00 scale) while completing a minimum of 12 graded semester hours, excluding credit/no credit grades, in a fall or spring semester will be named to the Deans' List.

(Note to Media: You are being provided with information about students from your circulation area. A full list of those having been named to the EIU Fall 2013 Deans' List can be found here.)

Dylan Koeppen of Rock Falls, IL (61071)

Kyle Hess of Prophetstown, IL (61277)

Luke Adamson of Moline, IL (61265)

Located in Charleston, Ill., Eastern Illinois University has a rich tradition of preparing students to accomplish their life goals through a great combination of quality academics and personal relationships. Consistently ranked in the top third of Midwest universities in its class by U.S. News and World Report, Eastern has earned its reputation by offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs taught by an experienced and caring faculty, along with reasonable tuition, fees, and room and board rates, and a textbook rental system. For more information, visit www.eiu.edu.

14 Feb 2014

RASCAL THE RIVER BANDIT DELIVERS VALENTINES

By Marco LaNave
WHO: Quad Cities River Bandits mascot Rascal the River Bandit.
WHAT: Rascal the River Bandit is delivering Valentines this week to workplaces, schools and residences. Included are a personalized card, two River Bandits tickets (or a Kids Club membership) and either a box of chocolates, package of candy or logo baseball and pennant as part of a special River Bandits package.
WHERE: Locations throughout the Quad Cities (see Friday schedule below).
WHEN: Friday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Approximate Delivery Times & Locations
10-10:30 a.m.
1221 N Myrtle St, Davenport, IA 52804 (Friendly House)
11-11:15 a.m.
3265 E. Ridge Drive, Bettendorf IA 52722 (Red Apple Child Care Center)
11:15-11:45 a.m.
5506 N Pine St, Davenport, IA 52806 (Truman Elementary School)
12-12:30 p.m.
707 E. Kimberly Davenport (Wells Fargo Bank)
1-1:30 p.m.
1122 W Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA 52804 (Trinity Lutheran Elementary)
2-2:30 p.m.
630 W. 4th st Milan IL (Reynolds Manufacturer Co.)
4-4:30 p.m.
1804 15th Ave Moline IL (Residential)
WHY: Rascal is trying to break free from his winter hibernation and bring warm thoughts on Valentine's Day.
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14 Feb 2014

AFSCME IOWA COUNCIL 61 PEOPLE COMMITTEE AND TEAMSTERS LOCALS 90, 120, 238, AND 554 ENDORSE JACK HATCH FOR GOVERNOR

By Ed Fallon

CEDAR RAPIDS - Today, the AFSCME Iowa Council 61 PEOPLE Committee and Teamsters Locals 90, 120, 238, and 554 announced their endorsement of Jack Hatch for Governor.

"Jack Hatch is the leader that we need in order to build a better Iowa - an Iowa with a strong and growing middle class. With a record of success in both the private sector and the public sector, Jack will bring Iowans together to create real opportunity for Iowa families," said AFSCME Iowa Council 61 President Danny Homan.

"Jack has always been there for the working men and women of Iowa and now we are here for him.  Terry Branstad has been in office for too long and he is coasting.  Jack is the change we need in Terrace Hill," said Teamsters Local 238 Secretary-Treasurer Gary Dunham.

"I am honored to have the endorsements of AFSCME and the Teamsters. AFSCME members are working every day in our communities to keep us safe, protect the most vulnerable, and make our communities run on a day to day basis. Teamsters are a powerful force in Iowa and represent a wide array of Iowa workers. Iowans know we can do better than Terry Branstad's status quo. Together, we are united in our goal to build a better Iowa," said gubernatorial candidate Jack Hatch.

AFSCME is known for its political action program which is financed with voluntary contributions. The program supplies grassroots volunteers for AFSCME-endorsed candidates.

In Iowa, AFSCME Iowa Council 61 represents 40,000 public employees and private sector employees.

Teamsters Locals 90, 120, 238, and 554 represent over 15,000 current members and retirees throughout the state of Iowa.

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14 Feb 2014

"Achieving the American Dream for Latinos in the U.S."

By Rick Martin
Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Presents Martin Castro as Part of Multicultural Speaker Series

IA/IL QUAD-CITIES - Martin Castro, President and CEO of Castro Synergies, LLC, will speak on "Achieving the American Dream for Latinos in the U.S.: Educational, Entrepreneurial & Electoral Empowerment" as part of the Multicultural Speaker Series of the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC).

The presentation will be held 7:45 to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at the MetroLINK Centre Station, 1200 River Drive, Moline, IL. Admittance for the event, which includes breakfast, is $20 for non-members, $15 for GQCHCC members, and $10 for students. To find out more or to register for the event, visit www.gqchcc.com/Speaker_Series or call (309) 797-8650.

The Multicultural Speaker Series provides an opportunity for attendees to enhance cultural awareness, fulfill diversity education needs, increase integration into the community, and expand networks across community sectors. The series is suggested for entrepreneurs, chief diversity officers, human resources and training personnel, government decision-makers, financial services professionals, marketing executives, college/university administrators and faculty, and non-profit organization leaders.
An Illustrious Career

"We are honored to have Mr. Castro as our speaker," said Lee Vasquez, Executive Director of the GQCHCC. "During his illustrious career, he has worked to help others and also encouraged the business world to work in harmony with the multicultural community."
Martin Castro is the President and CEO of Castro Synergies, LLC, which provides strategic consulting services to corporations, entrepreneurs and non-profit organizations seeking to have a positive social impact on diverse communities.
Castro is also President, Co-Founder and serves on the corporate board of directors of New Futuro, LLC. New Futuro is a purpose-driven company providing Latino families with the knowledge, guidance and the professional social network they need to get Latino youth into college and beyond.
In January 2011, Castro became a Commissioner at the United States Commission on Civil Rights (USCCR), and was named as Chairperson the following March. He is the agency's eighth Chair and the first Latino Chairperson in USCCR history. The USCCR is an independent, bipartisan, fact-finding commission, which informs the development of national civil rights policy and enhances enforcement of federal civil rights laws.
For more information on the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit www.gqchcc.com or call (309) 797-8650.
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ABOUT THE GREATER QUAD CITIES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:
The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC) is the only organization in the Quad Cities created to address the specific needs of the Hispanic business community. The GQCHCC serves the Quad Cities and surrounding areas.
The mission of the GQCHCC is to support, promote and enhance the growth and success of local businesses, and to leverage the community's assets, contributions and unique Hispanic cultural identity to generate new business opportunities. The GQCHCC welcomes businesses, organizations, and individuals from any cultural background to join this community-minded organization.
In September 2012, the GQCHCC received national recognition as the winner of the 2012 Small Hispanic Chamber of the Year Award. The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) celebrated three Hispanic chambers from across the nation for their accomplishments, contributions, and commitment to helping the Hispanic-owned businesses in their communities.
14 Feb 2014

A Dose of Downton Abbey in Eastern Iowa

By Tara Richards

Brucemore's Hired Help Tour explores working on a country estate

 

 

Downton Abbey fans will enjoy Brucemore's Hired Help Tour?March 13, April 10, and May 8 at 6:00 p.m. Join a costumed interpreter for a tour revealing the lives of Brucemore's domestic servants in the early twentieth century. Consider what it was like to live and work on one of Iowa's grandest estates while exploring the servants' living quarters and the Servants' Village, an area open to the public only during this tour. Documents, photographs, and other materials from Brucemore's collections enrich visitors' understanding of the relationships between the employers and "the hired help." Admission is $15 per person and $12 per Brucemore member. Space is limited; purchase tickets online at www.brucemore.org or by calling (319) 362-7375.

The Hired Help Tour 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, 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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14 Feb 2014

Low-Price Grocery Leader ALDI Brings New Jobs to Davenport

By Tayler Jackson

Local Hiring Event on Feb. 17 Open to the Public

Davenport, Iowa - Feb. 13, 2014 - Known for offering wages significantly higher than the industry standard, ALDI, the nation's low-price grocery leader*, will host a hiring event for its Davenport-area stores on Monday, Feb. 17. Opportunities within ALDI include Store Associates, Shift Managers and Manager Trainees.

The hiring event is in support of the ongoing growth of ALDI in the area, offering customers the ALDI brand promise of high-quality grocery items at unbeatable prices.

What:   ALDI hiring events for Davenport, Iowa, and Moline and Rock Island, Silvis, Ill.

Who:    ALDI representatives and local residents currently seeking employment opportunities

When:  Monday, Feb. 17 from 7:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m.

Where:  ALDI, 1702 Brady St., Davenport, IA  52803

Positions: • Store Associate - $11.35 per hour

• Shift Manager - $15.35 per hour

• Manager Trainee - $19.50 per hour

Job Requirements:          • Must be 18 years or older to apply

• High school diploma or GED

• Must be available to work anytime between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday - Sunday

• Retail experience preferred

• Management experience preferred for Manager Trainees

• Drug screening and background check

• Ability to lift 45 pounds

Quick Facts: • ALDI offers employees generous compensation that is considered well above the industry standard

• Part-time staff working at least 20 hours a week receive full health insurance, dental coverage and 401K

About ALDI Inc.

A leader in the grocery retailing industry, ALDI operates nearly 1,300 stores in 32 states, primarily from Kansas to the East Coast. More than 25 million customers each month save up to 50 percent** on their grocery bills, benefiting from the ALDI simple and streamlined approach to retailing. ALDI sells more than 1,300 of the most commonly purchased grocery items, primarily under its exclusive brands, which must meet or exceed the national name brands on taste and quality. ALDI is so confident in the quality of its products, the company offers a Double Guarantee: If for any reason a customer is not 100 percent satisfied with any ALDI food product, ALDI will gladly replace the product and refund the purchase price. For more information about ALDI, visit www.aldi.us.

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*According to a survey of more than 6,500 consumers conducted in May 2013 by Market Force Information.

14 Feb 2014

February 2014 QC Interfaith Newsletter

By Quad Cities Interfaith

QC Interfaith & Illinois Department of Labor Host Worker's Rights & Jobs Summit Saturday, February, 22, 2014 at Second Baptist Church, Rock Island

On Saturday, February 22, Quad Cities Interfaith, the Illinois Department of Labor, the Illinois Department of Transportation, the Tri City Building Trades Council, and Black Hawk College are working together to hold a day long summit on Jobs and Worker Rights at Second Baptist Church - 919 6th Avenue in Rock Island.

Workshops will include : worker's rights information, including wage theft issues, Information about careers in construction trades and pre apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, Information from the State of Illinois about construction projects coming to the Quad Cities
Black Hawk College will share information about the new Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) at Black Hawk College.

QCl leaders will talk about our 100 Ready Workers Campaign, which is designed to create a pipeline of workers from our community who are  trained and ready to be hired for the jobs coming our way through the rail and 1-74 bridge projects. 

If you or someone in your congregation is concerned about bringing good paying jobs to our community, and working for more minorities and women to get jobs in the area's workforce, Join us!  
Participants will receive a binder of  information  on job training opportunities and other helpful resources.

This event is free, but pre registration at 563.322.4910 is required. Register now as this will fill up! 
No walk ins, please. 
Our thanks to the Illinois Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Labor for holding this event.

Highway Construction Careers Training Program Begins at Black Hawk College 

The Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) of the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Community College Board begins at Black Hawk College in Moline.
The HCCTP program is designed to increase the number of minorities, women, and disadvantaged individuals working on IDOT highway construction projects.   Black Hawk College is enrolling for classes in beginning March 31, 2014. The course  goes until June 2014.  These class is 36 hours per week and is an intensive program addressing skills for working in the  highway construction trades: enrollees will learn math, job readiness skills, safety, technical construction skills, tool use, fork lift, and machine operation.  The classes are open to Iowa and Illinois residents.

The QC Interfaith Jobs Equity leaders worked with Illinois Dept of Transportation Secretary Ann Schneider to specifically bring this program to the Quad Cities to address the need for job training to get our workers ready for the good paying jobs coming our way  as part of the  I- 74 bridge and the rail project. Job training is one aspect of QCI's 100 Ready Workers campaign. 

Orientation dates for the March session are as follows: Tuesday, Feb 18th through Friday, February 21. For more information and to register for orientation, contact Susan Llewllyn at 309-796-5716 or llewellyns@bhc.edu


QC Interfaith Leadership Assembly meets the second Tuesday of every month! 
Our meetings have a new location
Tuesday,  March 11, 2014 and Tuesday, April 8th at 6:30pm 
15th Avenue Christian Church, 3600 15th Avenue, Rock Island.                      http://15thavechristianchurch.org/

Our thanks to St. Mary's Catholic Church for hosting our meetings in  2012 and 2013!
Community and Congregational Events
Saturday, February 22 Olympics Trivia Night ! Church of Peace - 1114 12th Street , Rock Island, Illinois . $10.00 a person. Teams of 6-8 people. Doors Open at 6:15pm . Game starts at 7:00pm. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Bring your own snacks. Pop, water and coffee for sale. Babysitter provided upon request.  Call Jessica at 309-737-4280. 

Friday, February 28th  QC Federation of Labor Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser. Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 25 Hall - 4600 46th Avenue , Rock Island, IL  Doors open at 6:00pm. Game play at 6:30pm. Tables of 8 are $80.00. Mulligans and a super mulligans for sale! Gift basket and other raffle items. Call Joshua Schipp at 309-738-6536 to make reservations.

Welcome to the Quad Cities Interfaith E Newsletter!

QC Interfaith welcomes information from the community about faith and community events. Please send those to qcinterfaith@gmail.com. QC Interfaith reserves the right to edit submissions for space and content. 

QCI is a 501(c) and donations can be made by visiting our website at : http://www.qcinterfaith.org
QUAD CITIES INTERFAITH
601 Brady Street  Suite 208 Davenport, Iowa  
562.322.4910
www.qcinterfaith.org


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