CHAMBER NEWSLETTER
The June 2016 LeClaire Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be printed and 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. If you commit to all 4 quarterly issues, receive a 10% discount off each ad! Ads can be modified per issue. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.com and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. Low cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for SUMMER! Absolute Deadline Friday, May 6, 5:00 p.m – I will be out of town much of May, so MUST have your ads by the deadline, please!! THANK YOU for your ads!! Go to www.leclairechamber.com to see the most recent issues under Chamber News
CALENDAR
April Specials at El Rio Spa & Wellness - Purchase a FarmFresh Scrub, receive a free sample scrub - Book any Mani/Pedi Combination, get a free nail kit - Hydradermie Neuve Facial, $125 ($145 value) and 10% off a Guinot product - Four 30 minute Personal Training Sessions for $99 - Jane Iredale Makeup event, April 23rd from 10am-2pm.
April 15th-16th – Expressions in Threads Spring Shop Hop Bus Trip Visiting 8 shops in 2 days. $150 per person - includes bus fare, hotel, 4 meals and snacks. Call 563-289-1447 for more information and to reserve your seat!
April 16th – Second Annual LeClaire Wine Hop 4-6p.m., downtown LeClaire. Afternoon of sippin’, shoppin’, & hoppin’! Start at the LeClaire Information Center (122 N. Cody Road) to pick up or purchase your commemorative wine glass. Proceeds will go towards new Christmas decorations for downtown LeClaire. Must be 21 to participate and valid ID will be required. Reserve your commemorative wine glass in advance for $20 at 129, Aunt Hattie’s, The Faithful Pilot, and Go Fish. Cost is $25 on the day of the event. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/
April 18th – Economic Development Meeting City Hall, 8a.m.
April 19th – Blue Iguana – Featuring Camarones al Mojo de Ajo (garlic shrimp) to celebrate National Garlic Day.
April 24th - Wine tasting at The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits 3-5pm. 15 wines and snacks for $15. 10% off mixed full cases. Reserve your glass today: 563-289-4156.
April 24th - Our Savior Presbyterian (Argo) - the Barley House Band performing Celtic, Bluegrass and Southern Gospel music during our worship service, 10 a.m.
April 25th – Freedom Rock Special Event President of the Ladies Auxiliary - Veterans of Foreign Wars, Francisca Guilford, from Anchorage, Alaska, along with Penny Hurt, State President of the Iowa VFW Auxiliary, and Travis Holden, the State VFW Commander, will be in LeClaire, Iowa to visit the Scott County Freedom Rock on April 25, about 10 a.m. The Mayor of LeClaire, Ray Allen, will be proclaiming April 25, 2016, as “Our Veterans – Now and Forever Day” at the council meeting on April 18th and presenting the proclamation to VFW Auxiliary President Francisca Guilford at the Scott County Freedom Rock on April 25th. Please plan to attend this event in honor of our veterans.
April 26th – Blue Iguana – Free Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult entrée for National Kid Day.
April 28th - The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits Wine Dinner 6p.m. 4 Courses for $60. A dinner that brings grapes from around the world and dishes made from ingredients from the region where the wine originates. Only taking 30 people, reserve your spot today - 563-289-4156
April 30th – Blue Iguana - Special Oatmeal Cookie Martini to celebrate National Oatmeal Cookie Day.
SAVE THE DATE
May – Isabelle Bloom - We have GIFTS MOM LOVES! Visit our showroom to see the wonderful selection of Mother’s Day gifts for home and garden. Choose from our adorable new gnome, squirrels, fruit bowl, and more! We have something for everyone - wife, mom, grandmother and daughter! Give a gift that will be cherished for years to come!
May 6th - First Friday in Downtown LeClaire - 5-8pm
Fun, food, and cocktail sampling at the Mississippi River Distilling Co. Starting at 5:30 they will continue their series of pint glasses FREE with any bottle sold while supplies last.
Enjoy wine tasting at Wide River Winery Tasting Room.
There is live music at The Faithful Pilot Cafe & Spirits from 8-11pm.
Restaurant specials and other shops open late, too!
May 6th - City-Wide Kentucky Derby inspired Hat Contest & Parade. 5:30p.m. Wear your best hat and join the fun! Prizes for Win, Place & Show presented in the Courtyard at Wide River Winery at 6:15pm by the Celebrity Judges. The prizes are Chamber Bucks that spend just like cash at LeClaire Chamber members’ businesses!
May 27th - Live music at Wide River Winery Tasting Room The Whoozdads. 5-8pm
May 28th - The City of Baton Rouge, the Twilight’s dock boat, Celebrates 100 Years! 1p.m. Come celebrate with the captain and crew at their port in LeClaire. Presentation from the City of LeClaire, Captain Kevin and other honorable guests to provide history, blessings and remarks in regards to this timeless vessel. Light refreshments, guided tours and commemorative gifts will be available. Historical photos and artifacts will also be on display. This is a FREE event! Please RSVP to info@riverboattwilght.com.
FYI
The American Pickers are looking for leads in our area! If you have or know of items they need to hear about, email AmericanPickers@cineflex.com or leave message at 1-855-OLD-RUST. Let them know your name, town, state, phone number, location of collection, description of items. Please – no retail or flea markets. Mike, Frank and Danielle want to hear from you!
Go Fish is #3 on the list of 10 Incredible Waterfront Restaurants Everyone In Iowa Must Visit according to OnlyInYourState! Go Fish offers an unforgettable view of the Mighty Mississippi. Sit back and relax on the patio as you watch the tugboats and riverboat cruises go by. Congratulations, Go Fish!
Decades now carries local honey and maple syrup and a great variety of Wisconsin cheeses!
Reusable Usables Creative Arts Center – Play Cafe - Open on the 2nd and 4th Saturday each month from 9am-2pm. "Play.Gather.Create" with friends, neighbors and family. Details at reusableusables.org
Visit the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see us on Facebook!
If you would like to attend a Chamber Board Meeting in order to present a topic, please contact the Board in advance at LeClaireChamber@gmail.com in order to be included an upcoming agenda. You will be contacted with confirmation of being included in the agenda. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month, 8a.m. at LeClaire City Hall.
Pick up the LeClaire information guide at the LeClaire Information Center. It has many photos and great information for everyone including residents, potential residents, visitors, realtors, relocation personnel, schools, and more! Summer hours have started: Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1-4pm. 122 N. Cody Road. LIC Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.
SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND
Riverside Church has partnered with Grow ministries and has opened a safe house together for women and children. We still do have several needs that can be found on this target registry. Consider helping by going to www.target.com and search for "Grow Ministries House Warming Shower." You can send or drop off any donations to Riverside church at 302 North Cody Road Le Claire Iowa. (This is tax deductible)
Ascentra Credit Union was recently honored with six Diamond Awards, which recognizes outstanding marketing and business development achievements in the credit union industry. Ascentra received top honors in the following categories: • Community PR-One-Time Event: A series of events, promotions, and contests tied to the grand opening of their branch located in Davenport, Iowa. • Segmented Marketing: Ascentra’s outreach efforts in the central Davenport, Iowa area which surrounds the newly built branch. The credit union was the winner in their asset size class in the following categories: • Community/PR-Ongoing Event: For the successful launch of the Paul Lensmeyer Golf Outing, which raises funds for the Ascentra Credit Union Foundation and honors the legacy of the credit union’s former CEO. • Complete Campaign: Recognition of the “Dream Big” campaign that included a full mix of marketing efforts which resulted in a stellar launch for Ascentra’s new home equity line of credit. • Point of Sale Display and Retail Merchandising: Also for the “Dream Big” campaign which asked Ascentra members to write down their big dreams on “dream cloud” bubbles for display in the branches for all to see. • Member or Trade Publication: A rebranding of the credit union’s member newsletter to “The Teller” a printed newsletter with website and e-newsletter that offers original financial education articles and allows content to be consumed beyond print.
PROPERTY LISTINGS
For Rent - Commercial One room in the former Albert Gross School, 427 N 3rd St, LeClaire. 652 sq ft, second floor. $100 a month. Renter pays all utilities. Office space or small business, no retail. Call Packy, 563-289-5971.
For Lease - The Old Mill House - 419 N. Cody Rd. One of the well-known historic riverboat captain's homes in LeClaire, located on Cody Rd. between the Green Tree Brewery and Big River Antique Mall. We are offering to rent the unoccupied half of the main floor, just across from Dr. Crystal Chiropractic. The 400sq. ft. area is divided into two rooms, perfect for a small retail outlet, or small business office. Includes use of shared restroom in lower level, gorgeous wood deck overlooking the river, and all utilities. Nice location, with great exposure, and heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Contact: John @ 309-314-7702
Contact: Deb @ 309-314-7702
For Sale- The Rambo House - 430 N. Cody Rd. One of the well-known historic riverboat pilot's homes in LeClaire, located on Cody Rd. just across from Big River Antique Mall, and two doors from Dwellings. We are offering to sell the house which on the National Historic Registry and currently listed as residential, but is within the commercial corridor, so could easily be used as a commercial/retail outlet, or turned into a restaurant, sub shop, or bakery. Includes; alley access to two car garage, 2,200 sq. ft. on two levels - over 1.200 sq. ft. on first floor (284 sq. ft. of that is the gorgeous country kitchen), and a house-wide front porch overlooking the river. The house has four bedrooms, dining, large living room/parlor, 1 and 3/4 bath, 2nd floor laundry, and gas heat. Nice location, with great exposure, and heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Contact: John @ 309-314-7702
Contact: Deb @ 309-314-7702
Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? 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.
LECLAIRE EVENTS COMING UP!
April 16 - Wine Hop 4-6p.m., downtown LeClaire.
April 23 – Cars and Coffee – LeClaire Levee – 8a.m.
June 2-4 - The Bandit Run ends in LeClaire; www.thebanditrun.com
June 3-4 – LeClaire City-wide Garage Sales
June 11 - Twilight Sightseeing Cruises
CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS – EVERYONE WELCOME!
May 10 – 5:30-7pm – Go Fish
June – 14 – noon – Blue Iguana
