03 Dec 2013

Concertmaster to solo this weekend

By QCSO

Concertmaster to perform Pulitzer Prize-winning Violin Concerto

The Quad City Symphony Orchestra's December Masterworks concert presents a perfect pairing of fresh inspirations with romantic tradition. New to the Quad Cities' stage will be Guest Conductor Alasdair Neale. Neale will be leading the Quad City Symphony Orchestra as they accompany our beloved Concertmaster Naha Greenholtz in her performance of Jennifer Higdon's 2010 Pulitzer Prize-winning Violin Concerto. Then on the second half of the concert, this new work will be contrasted with Rachmaninoff's romantic masterpiece, his sweeping Symphony No. 2.

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The concert will be performed on December 7 and 8. Saturday evening's concert will be held at the Adler Theatre in Davenport at 7:30 p.m., and followed on Sunday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. at Centennial Hall in Rock Island. Tickets for this concert can be purchased in person at the QCSO Box Office, 327 Brady Street in Davenport, by phone at 563.322.QCSO (7276), or online at www.qcsymphony.com.

Masterworks III

Saturday, December 7, at 7:30 p.m.

Adler Theatre, Davenport

Sunday, December 8, at 2:00 p.m.

Centennial Hall, Rock Island

Click here to read the concert program notes

03 Dec 2013

MALLARDS WEEKLY UPDATE: DECEMBER 2, 2013

By Brian Lavelle

MALLARDS WEEKLY UPDATE: DECEMBER 2, 2013

 

THIS WEEK 
Friday, December 6, 7:05 p.m.
iWireless Center
Brampton Beast vs. Quad City Mallards

Saturday, December 7, 7:05 p.m. 
iWireless Center
Brampton Beast vs. Quad City Mallards

Sunday, December 8, 4:05 p.m. 
iWireless Center
Brampton Beast vs. Quad City Mallards


LAST WEEK
Wednesday, November 27
Missouri 5 Quad City 4 (SO)

Friday, November 29
Quad City 4 St. Charles 3

Saturday, November 30
Quad City 9 Tulsa 3

Quad City
7-3-4 (18 points) 
7th place
Coach: Terry Ruskowski

Brampton
10-8-1 (21 points)
6th place 
Coach: Mark DeSantis

QUACK TRACKS
Happy Holiday
The Mallards went 2-0-1 in three Thanksgiving week games, rebounding with back-to-back home victories over the weekend after suffering a shootout loss last Wednesday at Missouri.

Explosion
The Mallards set a team season high for goals in a game in last Saturday's 9-3 thrashing of the Tulsa Oilers and matched a league season high by scoring seven times in the second period of that game. Prior to last Saturday, the Mallards last scored nine goals in one game and seven in one period in a 9-6 defeat of the Bloomington Blaze on February 8 of last season.

Streaking
The Mallards are unbeaten in regulation in their last six games (3-0-3). and have lost just once in regulation in their last nine games (5-1-3).

416
With last Saturday's victory, Mallards coach Terry Ruskowski moved past Chris Stewart into third place all-time with 416 career Central Hockey League wins. Ruskowski is in his second season behind the Mallard bench and his twelfth in the CHL. He previously piloting the Laredo Bucks- with whom he twice won the President's Cup title- and the Rio Grande Valley Killer Bees in the CHL.

Home Sweet Home
The Mallards last weekend kicked off a five-game homestand with consecutive victories at the iWireless Center. The Mallards have now won four straight home games overall.

Shootout
The Mallards halted a team record-setting streak of four consecutive shootouts when they defeated St. Charles in regulation last Friday. The Mallards went 1-3 in those four shootouts, losing the last three during that stretch.

On the Road
With last Wednesday's shootout loss in Missouri, the Mallards' finished a run of five straight road games 1-1-3.

Comeback Kids
The Mallards led wire-to-wire last Saturday'after coming from behind to earn at least a point in their prior five games (2-0-3) and trailing at some point in each of their previous seven- a stretch during which they went 3-1-3.

Goals, Goals, Goals
Last Saturday's nine goal outburst capped off a week that saw the Mallards total 17 goals over three games to retake the league lead in goals per game (4.1).

Catch-Up
The Mallards have played fewer games (14) than any other CHL club. The league-leading Rapid City Rush and second place Mavericks have played the next fewest (16) while the Oilers have already played a league high 21 games. Because they have played less hockey than any other club, the Mallards find themselves in seventh place despite boasting the fourth best winning percentage (.643) in the CHL.

Rookie Roll
By collecting four assists last Saturday, rookie Thomas Frazee set a team season high for assists in one game and matched the Mallard single game season high for points. Frazee notched at least two points in each of the Mallards' three games last week and totaled nine points (four goals and five assists) while posting a plus/minus rating of +8 over that stretch . Frazee, who is also in the midst of a five game point scoring streak (4-7-11), rang up 17 points (five goals and 12 assists) over 11 games in the month of November.

General Lee
Jeff Lee scored four times and totaled seven points in three games last week. Last Saturday, Lee not only scored twice and added an assist but also matched a CHL single game season high by posting a plus/minus of +5.

Rapid Fire
Lee and Frazee scored just 18 seconds apart in the third period of last Friday's win over St. Charles. Those rapid fire strikes were the fastest two goals scored by the Mallards this season.

Between The Pipes
Thomas Heemskerk remains unbeaten in regulation (3-0-2) after making 35 saves in last Saturday's win. Ty Rimmer has gone 2-0-1 in his last three games with a 2.21 goals against average and a .926 save percentage.

Leaders
Mike Stinziani scored three times in two games last weekend and is now tied for tenth in the league in goals (8)...Frazee is tied for eighth in plus/minus (+10). Among rookies Frazee ranks second in assists (12), is tied for third in points (17) and is tied for sixth in goals (5)...Heemskerk ranks fifth in save percentage (.913) and eighth in goals against average (2.88).

Milestones
Matt Duffy has notched 99 career points...Darren McMillan has collected 96 career CHL assists

Special Teams
The Mallards ranks seventh in the CHL in power play efficiency (16.1 percent) and lead the league in power plays per game (6.2). The Mallards, who have successfully completed 22 of their last 23 penalty kills, rank third in penalty killing (84.9 percent) on the season. They have scored three shorthanded goals in their last three games and now rank third in the league in shorthanded goals (3).

Head to Head
On November 2, the Beast won its first ever meeting with the Mallards 4-3 at the iWireless Center. The two clubs will meet at total of 13 times this season.

UPCOMING HOME GAMES
Friday, December 6, 7:05 p.m. - Mallards vs. Brampton Beast
$1 Dog/$1 Beer Night Presented by 97X
Every Friday night home game this season is a $1 Dog/$1 Beer Night presented by 97X. Fans will be able to purchase $1 beer and $1 hot dogs at iWireless Center concession stands during each of those Friday tilts.

Rivalry Weekend Presented by Pub 1848
The Mallards have teamed with Pub 1848 to present Rivalry Weekend when the Mallards play three straight home games against the Beast, their newest rival from north of the border, this weekend.
Saturday, December 7, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Brampton Beast
Toys for Tots
The Mallards will join in the spirit of the holiday season by accepting Toys for Tots donations at their games Saturday and Sunday.  Fans will receive $3 off a ticket to either of those games for each new toy they donate at the iWireless Center.

Sunday, December 8, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Brampton Beast
Toys for Tots
The Mallards will join in the spirit of the holiday season by accepting Toys for Tots donations at their games Saturday and Sunday.  Fans will receive $3 off a ticket to either of those games for each new toy they donate at the iWireless Center.

Harris Pizza Puck and Pizza Package
With the Harris Pizza Puck and Pizza Package, fans can purchase four lower level tickets for just $55 or four upper level seats for only $45 and receive a certificate for a free large single topping pizza from Harris Pizza! The Puck and Pizza Package is available for Wednesday and Sunday games.  The Puck and Pizza Package is available at the iWireless Center Box Office.

ON THE AIR
Fox Sports Radio 1230 is the radio home of Mallards Hockey Presented by Genesis Power Sports Performance.  Mallards games broadcast on AM 1230 also stream live online at www.wfxn.net.  A limited number of Mallards games- including Sunday's contest- will not air on Fox Sports Radio 1230 due to conflicts with University of Illinois basketball and football and Green Bay Packer football.  Free audio webcasts of games that do not air on AM 1230 are available at myqcmallards.com.  CHL-TV pay-per-view video webcasts of all Mallards games are also available at myqcmallards.com.  For a full Mallards broadcast/webcast schedule, go to myqcmallards.com/schedule/broadcast_schedule/.

TICKETS
Single Game Tickets
Single game tickets for all Mallards regular season contests are now available.  Fans can contact the Mallards at (309) 277-1364 orinfo@myqcmallards.com for more information about tickets.  Single game tickets are also available at the i wireless Center box office, at Ticketmaster outlets, through www.ticketmaster.com or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free.  The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

Group Tickets
Groups of at least ten can receive savings off the walk-up price and a host of other great group benefits.  Mallards group tickets are a great fit for youth organizations, friends, co-workers, family groups, religious groups, school functions and business events.  For more group ticket information, fans can contact the Mallards at (309) 277-1364 or info@myqcmallards.com.

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03 Dec 2013

WaterPark CarWash Continues Service despite Bettendorf Location Closure

By Courtney Boothe
Bettendorf, IA / December 3rd, 2013 - WaterPark CarWash's Bettendorf location will be closing on December 24th to make room for the new I-74 bridge and will continue to serve the Quad Cities through their existing Moline and Davenport locations. WaterPark has thoroughly enjoyed their time in Bettendorf, but understands the progress this area needs to make to the I-74 Bridge.

The Bettendorf location first opened in 1996, and was the first of the three WaterPark locations. Since then, WaterPark Car Wash has been dedicated to serving the Quad Cities area with exceptional service and great car washes. Unfortunately, the building of the new bridge across the Mississippi will impact the Bettendorf location, forcing its closure.

"We are invested in this community and we look forward to many more years at our Moline and Davenport locations," says Wayne Guinee, General Manager. "We thrive on the relationships we've built with our customers, who we're proud to call our friends."

Continued growth, expansion of services and WaterPark's reputation for quality and service is the outcome of individual efforts and close cooperation of staff members. Despite the closing of the Bettendorf location, Water Park Car Wash will continue to provide its exceptional service for the entire community at its other two locations.

About WaterPark CarWash: Established in 1996 with a staff of 25 providing complete car wash services, WaterPark today employs up to 100 people. In 1998, WaterPark opened a second location in Moline, Illinois; in 2001, they opened their third location, in Davenport, IA. WaterPark was created by a group of Quad City friends with complimentary business backgrounds. WaterPark's goal is to provide the finest service, value, and quality possible. WaterPark puts the customer first by offering a car wash experience that's unsurpassed. WaterPark's employees, managers and owners choose to provide valued clients of the Quad Cities' a complete car wash. (www.waterparkcarwash.com)

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03 Dec 2013

Did you know it's #GivingTuesday?

By Gail McGovern
Today is no ordinary Tuesday.

Today we have the power to make a difference. Fill hungry stomachs ... provide warm shelter ... ease the suffering of families who have lost everything.

We can't prevent disasters from happening, but we can make sure that we're there to support people who need it most in the wake of an emergency. This #GivingTuesday, give hope by purchasing a gift from the 2013 Red Cross Holiday Giving Catalog.

Hot meals For families struggling to rebuild their lives after a disaster, help provide hearty meals ($30) for 3 people to give them energy for the challenging days ahead.
Infant Care Supplies For the new mom who finds herself in a shelter after a devastating house fire, help provide infant care supplies ($50) including diapers and formula so she and her newborn can rest easy.
Emergency Shelter For two people, help provide a day in an emergency shelter ($100), which includes items like cots to sleep on, meals throughout the day, and toiletries for their personal comfort.
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As a bonus - give by December 16 and you can receive a free greeting card to send to a gift recipient. Don't wait!

Your gift could change a life. Thank you for supporting us and those in need.

Warmest wishes,
Gail McGovern
President and CEO, American Red Cross
03 Dec 2013

Gov. Branstad testifies at EPA hearing in support of Iowa agriculture, and in opposition to the EPA's new proposed rule on the RFS

By Rick Martin

(DES MOINES) - Gov. Branstad announced today that he will be testifying at the EPA's public hearing on a proposed rule to weaken the RFS in Virginia on Thursday at approximately 9:30 a.m. Central/10:30 a.m. Eastern.

 

The governor will offer strong public support for the Renewable Fuel Standard, which recently the EPA sought to dismantle, potentially causing significant economic harm to Iowa families.

 

Prior to testifying, Branstad will participate in a Renewable Fuels Association media call, with details below:

 

Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013

(December 3, 2013) WASHINGTON – Bob Dinneen, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, will host a discussion featuring Iowa Governor Terry E. Branstad and American Farm Bureau economist Matt Erickson on the negative impact the proposed 2014 Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) targets would have on agriculture and rural economies.

WHAT: Teleconference: Discussion and Q&A on the negative
agricultural impact of the EPA's proposal to lower the 2014 RFS
targets.

WHO: Terry E. Branstad, Governor of Iowa

Bob Dinneen, President and CEO of the Renewable Fuels
Association 

Matt Erickson, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist 

WHEN: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, 1:40 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. Central

CALL IN: Dial In: 866-872-7365, Conference Code: 19550507

RSVP: Please RSVP to Chris Findlay  atcfindlay@ethanolrfa.org 

 

Thursday, December 5, 2013

 

9:30 CST / 10:30 EST Gov. Branstad testifies at EPA public hearing in favor of the Renewable Fuel Standard

Hyatt Regency Crystal City

2799 Jefferson Davis Highway

Arlington, VA

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03 Dec 2013

Family Fun this week with Parks and Recreation

By Davenport Parks and Recreation
Happy Holidays from Davenport Parks and Recreation

Lunch and Learn at Vander Veer Park Conservatory

The Holiday Show is beautiful!  Bring your lunch and join us in our warm and colorful conservatory for a relaxing time of lunch and learning!  Cost is admission to the conservatory - only $1.00!  Kirk will show you how to use your greens to make a wreath!  These classes are open to all and will be done in time for you to get back to your office.  No pre-registration is necessary.

Wednesday, December 4, 12:15 pm

Poinsettia & Lights Show at Vander Veer

A Quad Cities tradition!  Now through January 13th, come and see the beautiful Poinsettia & Light show at the Vander Veer Conservatory. Hours are 10am - 4pm, Tue - Sun, and admission is only $1. Free on Tuesday!
Family Friday Nights: Junior Theatre Movie Night

Davenport Junior Theatre is thrilled to host a Move Night as part of the Family Friday Series.  We hope your family can join us for pizza, lemonade, popcorn and a movie in our very own Nighswander Theatre.  We will also have special holiday performances from our Ensemble Actors and Mainstage Dancers.  It is going to be a blast!  Best of all, it is only $4.00 per person!  This included 2 slices of pizza, popcorn, lemonade and the movie.

"Dr. Suess' How the Grinch Stole Christmas" Live Action - Jim Carey
Friday, December 6 : 6:00pm - 9:00pm

$4.00 per person, pay at door or register in advance

Located at the Annie Wittenmyer Complex
Pinewood Derby

Did you know?  A fast Pinewood Derby car can reach a speed of nearly 20 miles per hour.  Pretty good for a little block of wood!  Pinewood Derby kits consist of a block of wood, four nails (axels) and four wheels.  Join us at the Derby to race against other enthusiasts, for bragging rights and a trophy, or simply to test out your car before pinewood derby day.  Trophies will be awarded for the fastest and the most well-designed cars.  Mark your calendar for this night of fellowship, friends and fast cars!

Race Day Saturday, December 7th

All cars must come ready to race

Time: 11am - 3pm (check in by noon)

Open to all ages!

Fee: $15.00 for race and kit, $5.00 if you have a car

Location: Roosevelt Community Center Gym

03 Dec 2013

RIMMER RECALLED BY AHL'S OKLAHOMA CITY BARONS

By Brian Lavelle

MOLINE, Ill. (December 2, 2013) - The Quad City Mallards today announced goaltender Ty Rimmer has been recalled by the Oklahoma City Barons of the American Hockey League.

Rimmer, a 21 year old rookie, has gone 4-3-2 with a 3.17 goals against average and a .894 save percentage in nine games with the Mallards this season. The 6' 1", 170-pound Edmonton native has played particularly well in recent days, turning in a 2-0-1 record, a 2.21 goals against average and a ,926 save percentage in his last three outings.

In preseason, Rimmer participated in not only the Barons' training camp but also the camp of the National Hockey League's Edmonton Oilers.

Rimmer got his first taste of professional hockey last spring when he played one game for the AHL's Manchester Monarchs after completing his junior career with the Lethbridge Hurricanes of the Western Hockey League.  Rimmer last season led the WHL in minutes played (3,836) and total saves (2,106) while posting 3.19 goals against average, a .912 save percentage, a record of 24-30-10 and one shutout in 65 games with the Hurricanes.

The 2011-12 campaign was especially successful for Rimmer, who earned WHL First Team All-Star honors after leading the league in goals against average (2.43) and save percentage (.922), finishing tied for first in shutouts (5) and finishing tied for eighth in wins while going 31-12-1 in 46 games for the Tri-City Americans.  His standout efforts helped propel the Americans to the United States Division title.

Over three-plus Western League seasons- during which he also played for the Brandon Wheat Kings and Prince George Cougars in addition to the Americans and Hurricanes- Rimmer went 74-65-14 in 159 games and turned in a 3.01 goals against average, a .910 save percentage and ten shutouts.  Before becoming a WHL workhorse, Rimmer spent parts of two seasons in the Alberta Junior Hockey League with the St. Albert Steel and Bonnyville Pontiacs.

The Mallards return to action next Friday night at 7:05 p.m on home ice against the Brampton Beast. Next Friday is another $1 Dog/$1 Beer Night presented by 97X. $1 hot dogs and $1 beers are available at iWireless Center concession stands during each of the Mallards' 11 Friday night home games this season. Next Friday also kicks off Rivalry Weekend presented by Pub 1848. The Mallards will play three straight home games (the Flock will also meet the Brampton next Saturday and Sunday) against the Beast, their newest Central Hockey League rival from north of the border.

Tickets for all Mallards regular season home games can be purchased at the iWireless Center ticket office, Ticketmaster outlets, through ticketmaster.com or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free at 1-800-745-3000.  The ticket office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

About the Quad City Mallards
A proud affiliate of the National Hockey League's Minnesota Wild and the American Hockey League's Iowa Wild, the Quad City Mallards are in the midst of their seventeenth season and their fourth in the Central Hockey League.  One of the winningest teams in all of minor league hockey, the Mallards competed in the United Hockey League from 1995 through 2007 and in the International Hockey League in 2009-10.  The Mallards' proud history has seen them capture the UHL's Colonial Cup Championship three times (1997, 1998, 2001) and secure that league's Tarry Cup four times (1998, 2000, 2001, 2002) for the best overall regular season record.  In 2001, the Mallards made professional hockey history, recording their sixth consecutive season with 50 or more wins, a feat that has yet to be matched.  The i wireless Center provides a unique environment for hockey and features one-of-a-kind seating areas such as the Nest for groups and functions and the exclusive Drake Club.  For more information on the Quad City Mallards or for Mallards tickets go to www.myqcmallards.com.  Fans can also follow the Mallards via Twitter at twitter.com/myqcmallards and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/quadcitymallards.

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03 Dec 2013

City Circle Acting Company Presents A Christmas Carol , December 13-22

By Emil Rinderspacher

City Circle Acting Company will present the Dickens' classic A Christmas Carol at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.

Performances are December 13 and 20 at 7:30 pm and December 14,15,21,22 at 2:00 pm.

This year's production of A Christmas Carol has been adapted from the original Charles Dickens' novella by the director, Josh Sazon, and is very true to Dickens' original text. This re-envisioned staging of the timeless classic will delight and brighten your holiday season with its timeless message of hope, peace, and love.

Tickets are $12-$27 and can be purchased online at www.coralvillearts.org, by calling 319.248.9370, or in person at the CCPA box office at 1301 5th Street and at the Coralville Recreation Center at 1506 8th Street.

ASL interpreters will be translating the performance on Sunday, December 15 at 2:00 pm. Please call 319.248.9372 to request seating in the ASL section before December 12.

City Circle invites audience members to share some holiday warmth with those in need by donating hats, mittens and scarves for the lobby Mitten Tree. Donations will be shared with HACAP and Coralville Family Resource Centers. Those bringing items will be entered into a raffle for tickets to a future production.
03 Dec 2013

New for December at your Library

By R. I. Public Library
New Info - Community Partnerships at Your Library
Get Enrolled for Health Insurance! Walk-in one-on-one help sessions are available on the 2nd floor of the Rock Island Main Library from the Rock Island County Health Department on Tuesday, Dec. 3, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, and again on Tues., Dec. 10. Every Thursday, you can get help from Genesis Health System, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, also at the Rock Island Main Library. 

Do you know someone who speaks Spanish? Casa Guanajuato Quad Cities will be at the Rock Island Main Library from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday, Dec. 14 to offer Spanish-language information on getting a Temporary Visitors Driver's License (TVLD) and on applying for health insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). 

World AIDS Day Awareness Program. The library is partnering with the Project of the Quad Cities to host an HIV/AIDS Awareness Education & Testing program on Friday, Dec. 6, from 10:00 am to noon in the library Community Room. The test is a quick cheek swab. www.tpqc.org or 309-762-5433.
Movies & More on Thursday
Independent Movie Night for Adults - Thursday, Dec. 5, at 6:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library. Movie is "Teddy Bear," the story a shy bodybuilder who longs to find true love. Movie is not rated. Danish, Thai, English, with English subtitles. 

30/31 Big Book Sale - Monthly sale from the Friends of the Rock Island Public Library, first Thursday of each month. Thursday, Dec. 5, 9:00 am to 8 pm, Rock Island 30/31 Branch Library.
Take an Art Break!
Artist Bryan Cotton's one-man show, runs December 3 through January 3 at the Rock Island Main Library. The 28-year-old Rock Islander specializes in ink and pen creations in architectural abstract illustrations, cityscapes, murals, cartoons, and still life perspectives. He primarily works in ink, but also creates in watercolors, marker, colored pencil and pastels. Stop by to see his work on the 2nd floor anytime during regular library hours.

 
NEW: Online Magazines Now Available!

 

Rock Island Public Library, in partnership with RBdigital from Recorded Books, is pleased to announce the availability of Zinio for Libraries, the world's largest newsstand.

 

Through the library website, Rock Island Public Library cardholders will have free, unlimited multi-user access to complete digital magazines, easily viewed on most Internet-enabled devices. New magazines just added in the past week include  Scholastic Parent and Child, Vibe, Harper's Bazaar, Cloth, Paper, Scissor, Digital Photo, Saveur & Popular Photography. Check them out online!Patrons can browse from the library's collection of popular titles with no holds, no checkout periods, no waiting lists, and no limit to the number of magazine downloads. Remember to look for the free reader apps at the bottom of the Zinio page!

 

This service was made possible to patrons of the Rock Island Public Library by funding from the Milan-Blackhawk Area Public Library District.
Begin Here to Learn Something New!

Getting Started with Microsoft Word, Monday, December 9th, 3:30 to 4:30pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Want to learn more about Microsoft Word?  Learn how to create letters, papers, and work on your resume. Registration is required - space is limited.  Call the Rock Island Library's Reference desk, 309-732-7341, to register. Keyboarding and mouse skills required.

 

Library How-To: Download Books, Tuesday, December 10th, 6:00 to 7:00 pm, Rock Island Southwest Branch Library, 9010 Ridgewood Road. Learn how to use the Library's eBook and eAudiobook service OverDrive, to download books to your personal devices and computer. Registration is not required - the library does not supply devices.

 

Library How-To: Download Music, Tuesday, December 17th. 2:00 -3:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street.  Learn how to use the Library's music service, Freegal, to download music to your computer and personal devices. Must have a Rock Island, Bettendorf, Davenport, or Sherrard District Library card to use Freegal.  Registration is not required - the library does not supply devices.

 

Library How-To: Download Books, Friday, December 27th, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Did you get a new eReader or Tablet under the tree? Learn how to use the Library's eBook and eAudiobook service OverDrive, to download books to your personal devices and computer. Registration is not required - the library does not supply devices.

 
Teen Fun in December

Teen Iron Chef contest: Monday, Dec. 16, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street.  Teens ages 12 to 18 can take part in a monthly Iron Chef competition. Choose your ingredients and test your culinary skills against other teens for the next Iron Chef crown. Ages 12-18.

 

Dr. Who Party, Thurs, Dec. 19, 6:00 to 7:30 pm, Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. Come to the Main Library to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who! Play trivia, win prizes, and enjoy snacks fit for a Time Lord! Ages  12 to 18.
Holiday Hours
Rock Island Libraries will close early at 5:30 pm on Monday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 30. 

Rock Island Libraries are closed on Dec. 24 & 25 for the Christmas holiday, and Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 for the New Year's Holiday. 

We wish you and your families a very happy holiday season!
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03 Dec 2013

Branstad announces new Home Base Iowa Businesses and Communities programs

By Tim Albrecht

(DES MOINES) - Gov. Branstad used his weekly news conference this morning to announce two new programs as part of the Home Base Iowa initiative: Home Base Iowa Businesses and Home Base Iowa Communities.

 

The governor noted that while Home Base Iowa was announced just three weeks ago, the program has already made great progress, drawing interest from across the country.

 

Two weeks ago, Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds and Gen. Timothy Orr met with White House officials to brief them on the program and explore potential partnerships. Additionally, several state of Iowa officials participated in a National Governors Association policy academy to study veterans licensing issues.

 

Branstad also noted that the University of Iowa was recently named by U.S. News & World Report as the 6th-best university for veterans.

 

Branstad says the Home Base Iowa initiative has led to dozens of calls and correspondence from veterans interested in calling Iowa their new home.

 

"Though we haven't yet spent a dime on advertising or marketing, our phones started ringing," said Branstad. "Iowa Workforce Development has fielded dozens and dozens of calls, and is working to place a number of veterans already."

 

With the new roll-out of Home Base Iowa Businesses and Communities, Branstad says it is a great opportunity for Iowans to showcase the best they have to offer.

 

"We want veterans to know that Iowa can provide them with not just a job, but a career in a caring, welcoming community," said Branstad. "Businesses and communities can demonstrate how much they value our nation's veterans by pursuing these designations."

 

To be a Home Base Iowa Business,

o   the company must pledge to hire a specific number of veterans.

o   They must also post their jobs on the Home Base Iowa website,

o   and become members of the existing Skilled Iowa program.

 

To be a Home Base Community,

o   10% of the businesses in the designated area must be Home Base Iowa Businesses.

o   The community must provide a unique welcome and incentive package to attract veterans to their community,

o   They must provide a plan to prominently display their designation,

o   And they must get a resolution of support from the local governing body.

 

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