03 May 2013

Outdoor Market Grand Re-Opening

By Freight House Farmers' Market

May 11th is the Outdoor Market Grand Reopening celebration.

We will be open this Saturday May 4th, however the weather has changed our festivities to May 11th.

Our outdoor vendors have been busy all spring planting, transplanting and potting all of your favorite items.  We have planned a special grand reopening of the outdoor market with lots of activities and great healthy food choices.  Kevin Boyd a local musician will be on the main stage, so grab a coffee and muffin or a full lunch and sit for awhile and enjoy his easy listening style.

Or, for some excitement, enjoy the marching band play as you select from the great variety of fresh fruits, nuts, vegetables, dairy and meats that the market offers every week all summer long.  You can finish all of you weekly shopping right hear and have some fun while doing it.

Mothers day is fast approaching , and it is the perfect time to start your own garden, whether a flower garden or a vegetable garden you can find all your bedding plants right here.  Wouldn't mom enjoy a nice hanging basket that flowers all summer, get one for her and one for yourself also.

Bring the kids; let them enjoy life like a farmer!

Millers Petting Zoo at the market on Saturday May 11th!
The kids really enjoy the farm animals up close and touchable!  Many vendors encourage the kids to sample and learn about fruits and vegetables that they don't normally eat.  A great opportunity to eat, learn and have fun for the whole family!

Can't decide on a gift?


Buy Farmers Market Gift Certificates!


Be sure to buy plenty as they make great gifts.  Remember that the certificates support local farmers and vendors and 100% of the money stays local!  Great food, wonderful gifts and local vendors all will add to your shopping this year.  Stop by the Market and pick some up on any Tuesday or Saturday. They are good all year round at all of the vendors so pick some up for yourself and enjoy the market all year.
03 May 2013

News from Central College, Pella, Iowa

By Rachel Vogel Quinn

Local Students Participate In Education Senior Showcase at Central College

PELLA, IA (05/03/2013)(readMedia)-- Local students participated in the Education Department Senior Showcase at Central College in Pella, Iowa, on April 29. Students presented their portfolios, student teaching experience and progress monitoring projects. The event was meant to honor and celebrate Central's student teachers.

The following senior majors participated:

Emily Huegel of Bettendorf, Iowa, elementary education major

Nancy Huddleston of Muscatine, Iowa, mathematics major

Stephanie Hasken of Davenport, Iowa, exercise science major

Kevin Templeton of Muscatine, Iowa, music education - vocal major

Allison Garman Presents Social Research at Central College

PELLA, (05/03/2013)(readMedia)-- Allison Garman, a native of Bettendorf, Iowa, presented a group semester-long research project at Central College on April 29. The research was done as part of the Methods of Social Research course. The presentation was titled: "Grief Among College Students."

Garman is a sophomore sociology and English major at Central College.

Patricia Braun Presented Senior Honors Thesis at Central College

PELLA, (05/03/2013)(readMedia)-- Patricia Braun of Davenport, Iowa presented a senior honors thesis at Central College in Pella, Iowa, on Thursday, April 25. The title of the thesis was: "Chlamydial RodZ Homolog CT009 Interacts with Actin-Like Protein MreB using Conserved Interaction Residues when Localized to the Inner Membrane Chlamydial RodZ Homolog CT009 Interacts with Actin-Like Protein MreB using Conserved Interaction Residues when Localized to the Inner Membrane."

A senior thesis is a yearlong, specialized, independent study course carried out within the student's major discipline. Braun, a biology, Spanish and international studies major, was awarded an honors designation on their final transcript.

Honors at Central College provides a distinct, but flexible plan encouraging student creativity, intellectual engagement and leadership. Beginning broadly the first year, Honors gradually focuses by helping students move towards greater independence, more advanced work in a discipline and increased leadership responsibilities.

Central College is a residential liberal arts college dedicated to the education of 1,500 undergraduate students. Guided by its ecumenical Christian tradition, the college community engages in vigorous, free, open inquiry in pursuit of academic excellence. Founded in 1853, the college is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and NCAA Division III athletics.

 

 

03 May 2013

Governor Quinn Makes Executive Appointments

By Leslie Wertheimer

Fills Key Positions at Three Universities, Illinois Arts Council, State Museum Board and Illinois Department of Public Health

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today made a number of key appointments to the state's boards and commissions. In addition to three university boards, the governor filled positions on the Illinois Arts Council, State Museum Board and the Illinois Department of Public Health. Today's announcement continues the governor's commitment to making Illinois government more accountable, transparent and effective.

"These accomplished individuals will serve the people of Illinois well on our state boards and commissions," Governor Quinn said. "With their commitment to public service, I am confident they will do great things for our state."

As a result of Governor Quinn's efforts to make the executive appointment process more accessible and transparent, residents who are interested in serving on boards and commissions can now apply online.

The governor's appointments are as follows:

Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees:

Dr. Shirley J. Portwood, of Godfrey, is a retired professor of history who taught at Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville from 1980 until 2010. She earned a Ph.D. in history from Washington University-St. Louis in 1982, after completing bachelor's and master's degrees in history from SIU-Edwardsville. She has served as a member of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency Board of Trustees since Governor Quinn appointed her in March of 2010, and was recently appointed to the Illinois Amistad Commission. Dr. Portwood also has organized a scholarly symposium examining the history of African Americans in Illinois. Her two brothers and daughter are also SIU alumni.

Major General (ret.) Randal Thomas, of Springfield, served as the 36th Adjutant General of Illinois -- the highest National Guard post in the state. General Thomas is a graduate of Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, where he earned a bachelor's degree in English in 1973 and a Master of Science degree in Education in 1980. He also has a master's degree from the U.S. Army War College. General Thomas received his commission as an Infantry Officer in 1967, served in the Army Special Forces from 1966-1969, and was awarded a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for valor for his 1968-1969 combat service in Vietnam. Prior to his appointment as Adjutant General, General Thomas worked for 30 years as an English teacher, librarian and media director in Hillsboro, Illinois. General Thomas also served on the Illinois Executive Ethics Commission for three years. He is a lifetime member of the SIUE Alumni Association and a member of the 2011 SIUE Alumni Hall of Fame. 

   

Eastern Illinois University Board of Trustees:  

Jan Spivey Gilchrist, of Olympia Fiends, has a B.S. in art education from Eastern Illinois University, an M.A. in painting from the University of Northern Iowa, an M.F.A. in writing for children from Vermont College, and a doctoral degree in English from Madison University. Gilchrist was inducted into the International Hall of Fame for Writers of African Descent in October of 2000. She was also inducted into the Society of Illustrators in 2001.  

 

Northeastern Illinois University Board of Trustees:

Dr. Darlene Ruscitti, of Bloomingdale, holds a Doctor of Education Policy Studies and Administration degree from Loyola University, and a M.A and B.A. from Northeastern Illinois University. Dr. Ruscitti currently works for the DuPage Regional Office of Education and has served in the education profession for more than 30 years.

Illinois Arts Council:

Gary Matts, of Darien, has a B.S. in music from Roosevelt University and has served on the Board of the Chicago Federation of Musicians, Local 10-208, since 1992 and most recently as president since 2004. A professional musician, Matts also serves as a trustee of the Chicago Federation of Musicians Employers Welfare Fund and the American Federation of Musicians and Employers Pension Fund.

Richard Daniels, of Evergreen Park, holds a B.A. in music composition from DePaul University and is the musical director for The City Lights Orchestra in Chicago. Daniels is the current chairman of the board at Chicago's Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, chair for the dean's advisory board at the DePaul University School of Music, and he is a delegate to the Chicago Federation of Labor. Daniels is also the senior board member at the Chicago Federation of Musicians.

State Museum Board:

Leo Welch, of O'Fallon, was a biology teacher at ROVA High School in Oneida prior to becoming a professor of biology at Southwestern Illinois College, where he currently serves as professor emeritus. Welch has been a member of numerous professional societies, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Institute for Biological Sciences, the Illinois State Academy of Sciences and the St. Louis Academy of Sciences. Welch received the 1991 Excellence in Teaching Award from Emerson Electric for outstanding achievement for higher education in the metropolitan St. Louis area. Welch, who obtained his bachelor's and master's degrees from EIU, went on to receive an Ed.S. degree from Southern Illinois University.

Illinois Department of Public Health:

Dr. David Gill, of Bloomington, received his bachelor's and medical degrees from the University of Illinois and has served as a family practice doctor and emergency room physician for more than 20 years. Most recently an emergency room doctor at Advocate BroMenn Medical Center in Normal, Gill has been named Assistant Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Earlier this year, following an extensive review, Governor Quinn issued an executive order eliminating dozens of dormant or redundant state boards and commissions. Following the governor's action, Illinois now has 317 boards and commissions. Of those, 24 are compensated: eight of which are full-time, paid positions while the remaining 16 are part-time or per diem. The remaining 293 boards are unpaid, volunteer boards. Board salaries are set by Illinois statute.

For more information on all of the state's boards and commissions, or to apply to serve on a board, please visit Appointments.Illinois.gov.

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03 May 2013

New Electronic Poll Book Program to Debut In Scott County Special Election

By Roland Caldwell
Secretary of State Develops New Program; Dixon Special Election Will Be First To Use Iowa Express Voter;Program Allows for Scanning Iowa Driver's License or Voter Registration Card.DAVENPORT - Scott County Auditor Roxanna Moritz announced today that voters in Tuesday's City of Dixon special election will have the option to scan their state issued IDs to help check in at the polling place. This is part of Iowa Express Voter, a new electronic poll book program developed by the Iowa Secretary of State. Precinct election officials presiding over the upcoming City of Dixon Special Election will be the first in Iowa to use this new program. "We are pleased that Scott County will be the first to use Iowa Voter Express in a live election environment," Moritz said. "My staff and staff from Iowa Secretary of State Matt Schultz's office have worked together to fine tune this new program. It has been a good example of intergovernmental cooperation, and will result in a good product that is easy to use," Moritz said.Iowa Express Voter includes an option for scanning a voter's state issued identity card, either a driver's license or non-driver's identity card issued by the Iowa DOT or a voter registration card issued by the Auditor's Office. The scanner will read information on the ID card and then put that information into the electronic poll book rather than having election officials hand enter the information. Scanning IDs is only an option and not required to process voters."We are very excited to try out the new scanning function," Moritz said. "We always have a trade-off between election security and voter convenience, and scanners should help to increase the speed of processing individual voters," Moritz said. "But our election officials are ready to hand enter the voter information too," she said.The program was designed to be user friendly for election officials, which increases the speed and accuracy of processing individual voters, making the voting process more convenient. "The reviews from precinct officials who recently trained on the new system have been very positive," Moritz added.ROXANNA MORITZAUDITOR & COMMISSIONER OF ELECTIONS600 W. 4TH StreetDavenport, Iowa 52801Ph: (563) 326-8631 Fax: (563) 326-8601Cell: (563) 370-3915www.scottcountyiowa.comThree Scott County precinct officials recently trained on Iowa Express Voter and all three gave it a positive review."The new system is easy to use and very user friendly," said Mike Salter, one of three precinct officials who recently trained on the new program. "I really like the new ID scanner function which will greatly speed up voter processing," Salter added.Jeanita McNulty also thought highly of Iowa Express Voter. "This program is more streamlined and intuitive. The poll workers I serve with will love it," she said."I could get a little frustrated with our old program," said election official Bev Strayhall. "This program lets me fix mistakes more easily so we should be able to continue to process voters.I think it will be a real plus for voters and poll workers."Another plus for Scott County taxpayers is the cost of the new program. "Secretary Schultz will make the program available to counties for free," Moritz said.For more information contact the Scott County Auditor's Office at 563-326-8631
03 May 2013

REP. SMIDDY HOSTING COMMUNITY SHRED DAY

By Rep. Mike Smiddy

PORT BYRON, IL - State Rep. Mike Smiddy (D-Hillsdale) is hosting a free community shred day andelectronics recycling drive on Saturday, May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Rock Island CountyFairgrounds located at 4200 Archer Dr. in East Moline.
"Destroying documents that contain personal or sensitive information is an easy way to prevent identitytheft," said Smiddy. "This event is a convenient way for residents to ensure that their documents are properlydisposed."

Residents can bring unneeded bank statements, tax returns, pay stubs, receipts, credit card applications, oldbills and other documents that contain sensitive personal information to be safely shredded and disposed. Alldocuments should be free of paperclips, staples and other bindings. Electronics recycling is sponsored by theRock Island County Waste Management Agency and Vintage Tech Recyclers.

WHO:  71st District State Rep. Mike SmiddyRock Island County Waste Management Agency
WHAT:  Community Shred Day & Electronics Recycling
WHEN:  Saturday, May 49:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE:  Rock Island County Fairgrounds4200 Archer Dr., East Moline

For more information, contact Smiddy's constituent services office at (309) 848-9098, RepSmiddy@gmail.com,or toll-free at (855) 243-4988.

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03 May 2013

LeClaire Chamber Announcements - 05/03/13

By LeClaire Chamber

The June 2013 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode area!!

 Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.comand we will forward it on to House of Print for you. No cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. If you would rather work with House of Print directly, call 563-388-7701. You can send your ad to HouseofPrint@mchsi.com, or fax 563-388-7934 and please copyLeClaireChamber@gmail.com Deadline May 15!

 

CALENDAR

 

May 3rd - First Friday, 5:00 - 8:00pm, Downtown LeClaire.

Food and Beverage Samples at Mississippi River Distilling Companywww.mrdistilling.com 5:30-8:00 p.m.On the eve of the Kentucky Derby, the gang at Mississippi River Distilling Company will be preparing Derby themed cocktails and appetizers for the May First Friday, May 3, 5:30-8 p.m.   In the bar a Cody Road Whiskey infused mint julep will be served along with Baron Beer Garitas. Chef Steph is also honoring the Derby with Derby Day Bourbon BBQ Sauce served over rib tips and Dry Dock "Sorghrum" Coconut Cookie Bars. As a First Friday bonus, you'll receive a free rocks glass with each bottle of spirits purchased.

 

Wide River Winery www.wideriverwinery.com Kentucky Derby theme-hat parade, samples of wine mint juleps paired with appetizers from Crane & Pelican

Aunt Hatties will have red velvet cupcakes!

 

Free appraisals at LeClaire Antiques and Appraisals until 7 p.m.

 

Restaurants and several other shops will be open late, too!

May 3rd - Expressions in Threads - "Civil War Quilts Lecture and Luncheon with Becki Wright". Becky Wright of Mount Pleasant, IA, quilter, designer, owner of Orphans of War patterns. Her love of the Civil War Era has led her to reseach and share her knowledge of this time in our country's history. She will give 2 lectures, the first starting at 11 am on Friday May 3rd at the Holiday Inn, Leclaire, Ia. Her first lecture is "The Importance of Civil War Quilts and Textiles". Starting with the facts of the history of textiles and sewing in the 1800's, she leads the audience to the beginning of the Civil War, how the textile industry was affected and the role it played in the war. At noon, lunch will be served by Big Dave and Holly's of Leclaire. After lunch, we will resume with the second lecture, "Christain Staffinger: A Soldier and His Quilts." This lecture tells the story of a young soldier who went to war and the quilts in his life. Lecture and Lunch- $45; www.expressionsinthreads.com Seating is limited, so don't delay. Call the shop or send a a check to insure your spot. www.expressionsinthreads.com Phone: 563-289-1447Phone:563-289-1447

May 4th - Expressions in Threads Workshop - "Hardtack & Coffee"Becky Wright, quilter, designer, and owner of Orphans of War patterns, will present a workshop titled "Hardtack and Coffee" using her pattern by the same name. The workshop will be held at the Holiday Inn in Leclaire, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The $50 cost includes the pattern. Kits will also be available from Expressions in Threads. Seating is limited, so don't delay. Call the shop or send a a check to insure your spot. www.expressionsinthreads.comPhone: 563-289-1447

May 4th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center benefiting the LeClaire Lions Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with trivia starting at 7 p.m. Participants may bring beer, wine, snacks and soda. Water and snacks will also be for sale. Up to eight people per table. $10 per person with a $50 table minimum. Everyone will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Contact Chris at chris@ccx.net or 563-505-6703 for reservations or information. Don't have enough for a full table? Come anyway and we can put you on a table that needs people!

May 5th - Cinco de Mayo in LeClaire Samples of "Wine-A-Ritas" at Wide River Winery's Tasting Room, 106 N. Cody Road www.wideriverwinery.com

May 11th - Silver Creek O.E.S. Annual Spring Country BreakfastMasonic Center -113 S. Cody Rd., LeClaire. Serving from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Breakfast includes, eggs, biscuits & gravy, sausage, pancakes, juice, coffee, milk. Donation of $7.00 for adults - $3.00 for children 3-10 yrs. of age. Under 3 free. Sponsored by the Order of the Eastern Star.

May 12th - Mothers Day Brunch at the Bier Stube. 1001 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. Seating's begin on the hour. Price $13.99 for buffet or $19.99 per person with unlimited Bloody Mary's and Mimosas. 563-289-2121

May 12th - The Blackwatch Room Mother's Day Brunch 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Chef Beau will be offering a huge Holiday Brunch including his famous creme brulee french toast and personalized omelettes. Pork Tenderloin with cornbread stuffing, chopped salad and our homemade desserts and danishes plus much more. Brunch is $21.00 for adults and $10.00 for children under ten. First seating is at 9:00 a.m. Please make your reservations early as seating is very limited and fills up quickly. Please call Kelle at 563-332-5072 or email kelle@theblackwatchroom.com

May 14th - Chamber Networking Event - Great River Financial - after hours gathering - 5-7 p.m.

May 17th-18th - French Market Days, 10:00am - 4:00pm LeClaire Passport Collecting - Pick up a LeClaire Passport from participating stores and the LeClaire Information Center. Each store will offer a different French stamp. A completed passport will qualify for one entry for a free drawing at the LeClaire Information Center (122 North Cody Road). Shoppers can collect stamps May 17th and 18th only. Other activities include a Jewelry Making Class, Wine Garden Event, Terrarium Class, Afternoon Tea, Glass Garden Crafts, Fashion Plate Pet Contest, Rue de Marche - Vendors on the Alley - furniture, crafters, antiques, Tour de LeClaire - Big Wheel races, Special Exhibit about Antoine LeClaire at the Buffalo Bill Museum, Parasol Art Contest, Plant Exchange, Library Book Sale, Build the Eiffel Tower and Market Bag Classes at Reusable Usables Creative Arts Center, and much more! *Activities subject to Change.

 

May 20th - Economic Development Meeting - Great River Financial - 8 a.m.

 

Save the Date

June 16th - Asbury Methodist Church "WORSHIP IN THE PARK" andPotluck Service 10:30 a.m. It will be held at Veterans Memorial Park, 1645 23rd Street, Bettendorf. More details will be available soon.

 

June 21st - 22nd - THE LeCLAIRE GIRLS' GET AWAY WEEKEND! On the evening of Friday, June 21, and all day Saturday, June 22, 2013, TUGFEST hosts the Girls's Getaway Weekend in LeClaire, Iowa! Sign up today for this amazing event featuring give aways, coupons, music, games and delicious food. MEET Anthony Ryan Auld the Winner of this year's "Project Runway All Stars" at the Girls Get Away Fashion Show & Cocktail Party on Saturday evening. No other contestant has had more wins beating the best designers in a single season of the show. Anthony Ryan will be speaking about his journey to becoming a top fashion designer and winning Project Runway All Stars. KWQC's anchor and on-air reporter Bailey Deitz will be the mistress of ceremonies for this special event. The LeClaire Girls' Get Away will start on Friday evening, June 21, at the Wide River Winery, where you will taste award-winning wines and pick up your GIRLS GET AWAY passport to LeClaire with your goody bags.

On Saturday, June 22, LECLAIRE GIRLS GET AWAY events include :

* Grasshoppers will host music and wine tasting on their beautiful lawn.

* Win Prizes every hour on the hour at Aunt Hattie's Fanciful Emporium.

* Dwellings will be hosting Margarita Man.

* Zaruba's will host mini make overs.

* Free Tours at the Mississippi River Distilling Company.

* Expert Tammy Allen will teach a FREE Class in "Punch Needle" at Primitive Cottage.

* The Buffalo Bill Museum will offer a Quilt Making Class.

Cost to participate in the LeClaire Girls Get Away are $65 per person. Go to Leclairegirlgetaway.com

 

July 1st - Friends of the LeClaire Community Library is planning an Open House to celebrate our 9th anniversary! Details are forthcoming!

 

FYI

 

Please volunteer or help recruit volunteers for the LeClaire Information Center!
We get a lot of great comments about the LIC, and we help promote all of LeClaire:
1. Through telling visitors about our great attractions, shops, restaurants, parks, schools, housing developments, etc.,
2. By mailing out information to individuals, small groups and bus tours who want to come find out what LeClaire is all about, and
3. Through providing nice, convenient public restrooms to shoppers, diners, people checking out our attractions, families, LeClaire residents who are just out for a walk - everyone appreciates the restrooms!
Almost everyone knows at least one person who loves to talk and meet new people - a retired neighbor or stay-at-home mom, a relative, a friend, a person from church, a person from your civic club, a person from exercise class... Please contact Cindy at 563-650-7963 orinfo@visitleclaire.com Volunteers are trained and there is lots of brochures and information to share with visitors.
Let's make downtown LeClaire and the LeClaire Information Center the best it can possibly be!

Wide River Winery now open in their new location! On March 27, we opened the new tasting room in LeClaire, IA. After months of construction and renovation, the new room is transformed. We are located at 106 N. Cody Rd. (Hwy 67), a few blocks from Antique Archaeology, home of the American Pickers. Thank you to all of our neighbors and friends in LeClaire and to all of our loyal customers for the warm reception and continued support. Coming soon, the new wine garden. Whatever the occasion Wide River Winery is the perfect place to enjoy your special day. Bridal showers, birthday parties, graduation, Mother's Day and Father's Day - everybody has fun at the winery! Contact Martha O'Brien for details widerivermartha@gmail.com

 

Buffalo Bill Museum is now open until 5pm daily. As of April 1st, the museum is open 9am to 5pm Monday through Saturday, and on Sundays 12noon to 5pm. A reminder: group discounts are available for tour groups, clubs/reunions, and school groups. Call the museum at 563-289-5580 for details!

"LIKE" the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce on FaceBook Visit the chamber's Face Book page and discover a great source of news, business announcements, events, and other information that is updated frequently. It's a useful source of updated information for all members and non-members!

 

Chamber 2013 Networking Events - Everyone welcome to attend!

May 14 - Great River Financial - after hours - 5-7 p.m.

June 6 - Black Watch Room - after hours - 5-8pm (1st Thursday)

July 9 - Blue Iguana - Lunch -noon

August 13 - Big Dave and Holly's - lunch -noon

September 10 - Steventon's - after hours - 5-8pm

October 8 - Hungry Hobo - lunch - noon

November 12 - Faithful Pilot - after hours -5-8pm

December 10 - Happy Joes - lunch -noon

 

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

Meet and greet Pastor Melody any Wednesday from 1-3 pm at Happy Joe's. Pastor Melody from First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire, will be at Happy Joe's in LeClaire, every Wednesday, from 1-3 pm, sipping on a soda, reading and waiting to visit with you and your friends. Stop by and say hi. Or, if you have a prayer request or a question, just let her know. 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.

 

Trivia Nights in LeClaire at the LeClaire Civic Center -

2013 Trivia Nights:

May 4 - LeClaire Lions

June 8 - Buffalo Bill Museum

July 13 - Hosted by First Presbyterian Church - Hurricane Sandy Victims

LeClaire Trivia Nights have raised over $95,000 for local non-profit organizations! Thank you for your continued support!

LeClaire 2013 Events Calendar:

First Fridays each month 5:00-8:00 P.M.

May 5th - Cinco de Mayo

May 17th-18th French Market Days

June 7th-8th LeClaire City-Wide Garage Sales

June 21st-22nd - Girls' Getaway Weekend

Summer 2013 - City-Wide Water Explosion (Hollyhock Park)

Summer 2013 - Bike Parade & Decorating

August 8th-10th Tugfest

October 6th - Dogtoberfest at Bier Stube

October 13th - AppleFest

October 24th - HalloWine

October 26th - Witches Walk Costume Contest and Parade

December 6-8, 2013: Christmas in LeClaire

Family Nights at the LeClaire Rec Center: Details atwww.leclairereccenter.com

 

www.LeClaireChamber.com and visit the Chamber on FaceBook!

 

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03 May 2013

MOODY BLUES HEADED TO THE PEORIA CIVIC CENTER THEATER

By Megan Pedigo

Frank Productions Presents  

The Moody Blues at the Peoria Civic Center

Peoria, IL -- The SMG managed Peoria Civic Center is excited to announce The Moody Blues are coming to the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Monday, October 7th at 7:30pm. Tickets are $89.50, $69.50 and $55 and go on sale Friday, May 10th at 10am. Tickets are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office, online at Ticketmaster.com or by phone at 1-800-745-3000.

The Moody Blues, still rocking in 2013 with original members Justin Hayward, John Lodge andGraeme Edge, have released 24 albums in a career spanning nearly five decades.  They have sold more than 70 million albums, earning them 18 platinum discs and all manner of awards including Playboy "Group of the Year", the "Golden Ticket" award for selling the most tickets at Madison Square Garden and an Ivor Novello for Outstanding Contribution to British Music;  the band has even appeared in an episode of "The Simpsons".

Their classic album Days of Future Passed (featuring the Moody Blues' signature song "Nights in White Satin") heralded the era of the concept album and elaborate sleeve artwork that would epitomize the Progressive Rock movement that followed.  

Formed in 1964 in Birmingham, The Moody Blues came from the same gene pool that would give the world Traffic, the Move, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Slade. The original line-up of the band (Denny Laine, Graeme Edge, Clint Warwick, Ray Thomas and Mike Pinder) scored a global number one hit with "Go Now," but unable to follow up this success, Warwick and Laine left the group - to be replaced by John Lodge and Justin Hayward respectively in 1966.  For the next few months, the band crafted a new set of original compositions that would change their fortunes.  

Drastically re-thinking their musical approach, the band began to compose new material in a uniquely different style.  Eager to recoup some of the money they had invested in the band, Decca asked The Moody Blues to record a rock version of Dvorak's New World Symphony to demonstrate a new stereo system they were launching known as 'Deramic' sound.  Instead, the Moodies, along with producer Tony Clarke, used the orchestral settings for a suite of their own songs, which resulted in Days Of Future Passed, a record that was as groundbreaking as any of that era and featured the band's signature song, "Nights In White Satin." This proved a turning point for the band and they soon became acknowledged masters of lushly orchestrated psychedelic rock and trailblazers in the use of the mellotron, which they used both live and in the studio to mimic the sounds of a full orchestra.  Era defining albums such as In Search Of The Lost Chord, On The Threshold Of A Dream, To Our Children's Children's Children, A Question Of Balance, Every Good Boy Deserves Favour and Seventh Sojourn followed . The Moody Blueshave continued to release albums through the 80's and 90's through the present, thrilling audiences with their live shows all over the world. 

"I suppose that it is our songs, and the way we interpret them that has seen us travel so far," says Justin Hayward.  "It means so much to us that some of our recordings have really meant something to people."

For more information on Frank Productions visit www.frankproductions.com

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03 May 2013

Iowa Supreme Court Opinions May 3, 2013

By Iowa Judicial Branch
Notice: The opinions posted on this site are slip opinions only. Under the Rules of Appellate Procedure a party has a limited number of days to request a rehearing after the filing of an opinion. Also, all slip opinions are subject to modification or correction by the court. Therefore, opinions on this site are not to be considered the final decisions of the court. The official published opinions of the Iowa Supreme Court are those published in the North Western Reporter published by West Group.
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No. 10-0414
IN RE THE DETENTION OF PAUL MICHAEL BLAISE PAUL MICHAEL BLAISE
No. 11-1501
MC HOLDINGS, L.L.C. vs. DAVIS COUNTY BOARD OF REVIEW
No. 11-1544
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03 May 2013

Visa Celebrates Free Comic Day, Highlighting Avengers Give Away

By Hugh Norton

Comic Book Brings Unique Approach to Financial Education into Classrooms and Homes Across the Country

Foster City, CA - May 3, 2013 - Free Comic Book Day is the first Saturday in May each year - when comic book shops across around the world give away comic books free to anyone who comes into their stores. Marvel Comics and Visa Inc. have teamed up to create an enormously popular financial literacy comic book called Avengers: Saving The Day.  Combining Marvel's iconic characters, including the Avengers and Spider-Man, with Visa's financial literacy expertise, this comic introduced children to basic money concepts.  Visa distributed over 250,000 copies of the free comic since the release in March, 2012

Avengers: Saving The Day is a 16-page comic book with a fast-moving plot revolving around Spider-Man and the Avengers learning about personal finance, while battling the evil Mole Man during an attempted heist.  The book is accompanied by a teacher's guide that uses Marvel's characters to introduce children to basic financial concepts such as budgeting and saving.

Available at no cost, both in print and online at www.practicalmoneyskills.com/avengers, Avengers: Saving The Day is available around the world and is available in Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Chinese, English, French, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish. Hard copies can be ordered at http://www.practicalmoneyskills.com/resources/free_materials/

03 May 2013

Move It or Lose It: 5 Moves to Put Seniors Back in the Game

By Ginny Grimsley

For Americans 65 and older, falling down can be the worst thing to happen to them, according to statistics from the National Council on Aging:

• One in three seniors experiences a significant fall each year
• Every 18 seconds, a senior is admitted into an emergency room after losing balance and hitting the ground
• Every 35 minutes, an elderly person dies from a fall -- the leading cause of death for seniors

"The projected cost in health-care expenses for 2020 due to fall-related injuries in the United States is $55 billion," says Karen Peterson, a therapist with multiple certifications, and author of "Move With Balance: Healthy Aging Activities for Brain and Body," (www.MoveWithBalance.org). She's also the founder and director of Giving Back, a nonprofit organization that grows and spreads programs that support senior health.

"It's important for seniors to keep moving and learning, that's what helps improve balance and coordination, and even helps build new neural pathways," says Peterson, who emphasizes the cognitive importance to her workout programs. "But if you're rather frail, or just very fearful of falling, you're less likely to get up and move around." These activities benefit all seniors, from 55 to 105.

Peterson says a fun, social program of games and activities that include exercises specifically designed for seniors helps them address multiple issues, including those that tend to keep seniors sedentary - which only lessens their strength and balance.

Last year, her program was independently evaluated from Hawaii's Department of Heath, which found a statistically significant reduction in falls from seniors - 38 percent. It also won the MindAlert Award from the American Society on Aging.

"Seniors of all ages need to continually work on improving their balance, coordination, strength, vision and cognitive skills. When they do, they're less likely to fall - and more able to enjoy life."

Peterson suggests these moves, which address many different areas of the body:

• The cross-crawl: After various light warm-ups, begin with the basic cross-crawl, which focuses on the fundamentals of balance. March in place, lifting the knees high. At the same time, reach across and touch the lifted knee with the opposite hand or elbow; alternate and keep going. This can be done sitting, standing or lying down. Once any of these exercises are mastered, Peterson says, participants should continue to challenge themselves. For even greater balance work, and to exercise the vestibular system, close your eyes and count backwards from 100 by threes. "It's not fun if you're not conquering a challenge," she says. Her book includes several challenges for each exercise.

• Forward toe-touch dancer: To improve motor skills, physical coordination and cognition, there are many dance exercises that are appropriate for seniors. If needed, use a chair for assistance. Place your feet shoulder-width apart. Now, simultaneously extend your left foot and your right arm forward. Keep your left toes pointed down, touching the floor; or for more difficulty, maintain the toes a few inches off the floor. Repeat this move with your left arm and right foot. Hold each pose for several seconds, and increase holding time.

• Sensory integration - the arrow chart: Look at an arrow chart and call out the direction indicated by each individual symbol. Then, thrust your arms in that direction; in other words, say and do what the arrow indicates. For an additional challenge, do the opposite of what the arrow indicates.

• Side-step walk: Walk sidestepping - bring your right foot across the left and step down three to five inches away from the left foot, ankles crossed. The closer the feet, the harder it is to balance. Alternate crossing the foot in front and then behind the other foot as you move along; repeat several times, then do the same with opposite feet. As a bonus challenge, try a reading exercise from a vision card, designed for stimulating the brain/visual system, while sidestepping.

• The cat jump: This activity is practice in case of a fall; the muscle memory of the movement will be etched in your body. Bend your knees in a squat. Jump a little off the ground with both feet, and land softly, like a cat, without jarring your body. Repeat until you are confident in your ability to prevent a spill.

"Research shows that most falls are preventable," Peterson says. "These and other exercises, performed regularly, are a great way to achieve safety and a revitalized lifestyle."

About Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson is founder and director of Giving Back, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of elders through intergenerational mentoring. She has multiple certifications, including educational kinesiologist, natural vision improvement instructor, Touch for Health instructor and a massage therapist. For 25 years, Peterson has been teaching these modalities to children, businesspeople, athletes, classroom teachers and adults of all ages and occupations.

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