24 Jan 2014

Let Mozart warm up your weekend this Sunday afternoon

By QCSO

Come enjoy a warm evening of woodwind music performed by musicians from the Quad City Symphony Orchestra. This next concert in the WVIK/QCSO Signature Series features Mozart's Quintet in E flat Major for Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, and Piano, and more. The concert is on Sunday, January 26

, at 3:00 p.m. in Wallenberg Hall at Augustana College. (Click here for a map.) This performance is sponsored by Metropolitan Medical Laboratory, PLC.

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS.

Click here for more concert details.

The audience is invited to meet the musicians at a free post-concert reception at the Black Ram, 1407 30th Street in Rock Island.

24 Jan 2014

Lt. Gov. Simon promotes college completion efforts at NIU

By Annie Thompson

Transfer agreement aims at better jobs, higher wages for grads

MALTA - Jan. 24, 2014. Lt. Governor Sheila Simon joined Northern Illinois University (NIU) President Douglas Baker, Kishwaukee College President Tom Choice and other school officials on Friday to preside over the signing of an important reverse transfer agreement allowing Kishwaukee students to complete their associate degrees after transferring to NIU.

Simon has been a vocal advocate for college completion and recognized NIU's reverse articulation program as a valuable way to help students attain better jobs and higher wages. Absent a reverse transfer agreement, students may rack up enough credits for an associate degree, but never get the diploma.

"College pays off," Simon said. "When students leave college with credits - but no credential - they are less prepared for the workforce and leave lifetimes of earnings on the table. This reverse transfer agreement is a student-centered reform that should be implemented at campuses across the state. I commend NIU and Kishwaukee for taking the lead."

According to a study released by the Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce, associate degree holders are more likely to hold a job and earn higher incomes than high school graduates. On average, an associate degree-holder will earn $400,000 more than someone with a high school diploma over a lifetime, Georgetown reports.

Simon released her College Completion Playbook while hosting a two-day Scaling Up invitational conference in Bloomington in November. More than 150 higher education administrators from around the state received the guide on how to help more students complete college at less cost. The guide collects the effective practices of leading educators, national experts, faculty, administrators and other professionals. The playbook specifically noted NIU's innovative work to streamline course credit transfers from one school to another.

Simon serves as the state's point person on education reform. In this capacity, Simon is working to increase the proportion of working-age adults with college degrees or certificates to 60 percent by 2025. She aims to make our state workforce prepared for the highly skilled jobs of the future to improve employment opportunities and ensure continued economic growth.

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24 Jan 2014

Liverpool Legends to Perform at BHS Feb 6

By Chris Howard

Beatles Tribute Band to Perform with BHS Students

Date: Thursday, February 6th, 2014-7:00 pm

Location: Bettendorf High School Performing Arts Center

Tickets: $ 50 VIP w/reception starting one hour before and at intermission,

$30 Lower Bowl ($35 at the door) $20 Upper Bowl ($25 at the door)

Proceeds to benefit the Fine Arts Department at Bettendorf HS

Starring: The Liverpool Legends, Beatles Tribute Band

Meet Louise Harrison!

The Beatles took America by storm when they were barely out of high school. Now Bettedorf High School music students can benefit, thanks to The Beatles Tribute Band, The Liverpool Legends and their spectacular multimedia extravaganza, "Come Together For Music Education".

On Thursday, February 6^th at 7 pm, George Harrison's sister Louise brings this live, Broadway styled stage production to the new Bettendorf High School Performing Arts Center to celebrate the 50^th anniversary of The Beatles arrival in America and their historic first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show. The concert will benefit the Bulldog's fine arts students. Don't miss this rare opportunity to meet Louise Harrison and the band!

In a special feature, students of the Bettendorf High School music department will perform onstage with the Liverpool Legends, backing them vocally and instrumentally on "Got To Get You Into My Life", "Sgt. Pepper", "Hey Jude", "Yesterday", Hello Goodbye", "Something" and more.

The Liverpool Legends are 4 talented musicians and actors handpicked by Louise Harrison making them the only Beatles Tribute Band in the world with a direct, biological link to the original Fab Four. "The Liverpool Legends present the very best portrayal of The Beatles," says Louise.

Headlining their own production in Branson, MO. since 2006, Liverpool Legends have been voted Best New Show, Best Band, Best Show and the prestigious Branson Visitor's Choice Award. The Liverpool Legends perform songs spanning the entire career of The Beatles and on through the solo years. With precise attention to every musical detail, along with costume changes, vintage instruments, big screen documentary footage narrated by Louise and special effects, Liverpool Legends will make you feel like you are watching the real thing! Together, these four lads will bring "A Complete Beatles Experience."

In this era of state budget cuts, school music programs are struggling to survive.

George Harrison did one Public Service Announcement in his life and it promoted the creative and financial well being of music and performing arts programs within our nation's schools.

Tickets: $ 50 VIP w/reception, $30 Lower Bowl ($35 at the door) $20 Upper Bowl ($25 at the door). Call (563) 332-4516 or visit www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us for tickets.

24 Jan 2014

The Ugly Duckling & Other Dances

By Ballet Quad Cities

*Tickets now on sale*
Presented by Ballet Quad Cities - a performance just for fun! Bring the entire family to see this well known fairy tale with a great message come to life. Whimsical choreography, costumes and characters will dance into your heart!

2 Public Performances

in the Quad Cities!

Saturday, Jan. 25th at 1:30 PM

Bettendorf High School's

Performing Arts Center

$22 - Adults; $12 - age 18 & under

Tickets available through

Bettendorf High School's Activity Office

563-332-4516 OR CLICK HERE

to order online

Special pricing available to

Big Brothers Big Sisters members

24 Jan 2014

Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dinner

By Scott Tunnicliff

Greatest Grains' Harrison Hilltop Events Center will be hosting a Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dinner on Friday, Feb 14th from 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Couples are welcome to bring their own beer and wine, no corking fee. The night will be full of food, great fun, and live music entertainment. Featuring William Jones on vocals, lead singer of Funktastic Five and Molly Jones (Mayfield) on electric violin for an evening of sweet serenades. The cost per couple is $50, RSVP required by February 11th. Ticketing is available online by clicking here or by calling 563-323-7521 and mentioning the Sweethearts Dinner Event. Please see the menu for the evening below.

24 Jan 2014

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 1/24 -1/29

By QC Chamber

Hello!

Calling all bride-to-be's! Are you looking to plan the perfect wedding but unsure of where to start? Let the Davenport Jaycees Bridal Expo help you plan the wedding of your dreams. Venture to the RiverCenter this weekend to peruse over 150 vendors looking to help you plan your dream wedding. Whether you're looking for a traditional wedding or one with the latest trends, this is the place to start.

The Figge has much planned this week in light of their newest exhibition- Katja Loher: Videoplanet - Orchestra. On Saturday, enjoy artwork featuring a multi-sensory environment with kaleidoscopic video works projected on weather balloons and within glass spheres! Of course, the Figge always has plenty ofeducational and family programming, too. Make sure to check out their full calendar to see what's coming up.

Educate yourself this week on seeds, bees, and probiotics at the Quad Cities Food Hub! Share pieces of your own seed collection or gather seeds from experts at the Seed Exchange on Saturday. Stick around afterward to learn about Basics in Beekeeping. Topics will include basic bee biology, tools and equipment for beekeeping, and honey taste testing! On Wednesday, learn about the benefits of probiotics and how to make your own at home during theProbiotic Class.

Explore life on a century farm through objects, images, and stories of a German American farm family when the Kautz Farms: A Living Legacy Exhibition opens at the German American Heritage Center this weekend. While you're there, be sure to delve into the Hinges & Hearts: The World of Antique Metal & Mechanical Dolls Exhibit, too. Find out what Frankenstein, The Golem, Thomas Edison, and Marie Antoinette all have in common. On Sunday, hear about the joy and preparation of finding ancestors in Germany during Travelogues- an event that showcases the first travel adventure from Summer 2013.

With the end of January quickly approaching, it's time to start thinking about Valentine's Day reservations! Treat that special someone to a delicious dinner paired with a beautiful view of the Mississippi at the Best Minor League Ballpark in America during Modern Woodmen Park's Valentine's Day Dinner. Don't forget to have a look at Valentine's Day offerings at Hotel Blackhawk while you're at it, like their "Ode to Love" Dinner Package or their Valentine's Prix Fixe.

We'd like to welcome another new business to the Downtown Davenport family! Falbo Bros Pizzeria has officially opened! With a full menu sure to please even the pickiest of eaters, choose from a variety of specialty pizzas, super salads, hot subs, and more. Afraid you can't finish a whole pizza by yourself? Have no fear, simply order pizza by the slice instead. Do yourself a favor and stop in to try a slice today!

Have you heard about all the great things going on downtown recently? Check out the news and culture posts on DowntownDavenport.com to stay up-to-date with information regarding businesses, events, news, and more. Read about the success of Icestravaganza 2014 or about Hotel Blackhawk's repeat as one of Forbes Travel Guide's recommended property. It's the best way to stay in the loop with all things downtown.

See you downtown!

This Week's Events: January 24 - 29

Friday, January 24

Black Friday

Where: My Favorite Frame Shop

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Price: 40% off Select Black Frames with Custom Full Order

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