Tween Stars Live Nationwide Tour stops in Davenport, IA October 25.

Davenport IA (October 8, 2015) - Tween Stars Live will bring the best and brightest young stars from television to fans across the country with a series of interactive shows. The nationwide tour will stop in Davenport on Sunday October 25 at the Adler Theatre, featuring Calum Worthy ("Dez", Austin & Ally), Spencer Boldman ("Adam", Lab Rats), Karan Brar ("Ravi", Jesse and Bunk'd), Paris Berelc ("Skyler", Mighty Med), Trinitee Stokes ("Judy", KC Undercover) and Noah Munck ("Gibby", iCarly).

This highly interactive family variety show features 90-minutes of surprise-filled family fun, plus the opportunity for fans to interact with their favorite TV stars, all together on one stage. The show features comedy, music, games, improvisations, unpredictable funny in-audience Q & A session, behind the scenes secrets, totally Tween trivia, multiple opportunities for fans to play along on stage and in the audience up close and personal with the Tween Stars.  There are prizes, surprises and fun for the whole family.

Additionally, fans will have the opportunity to purchase post-show VIP Party tickets, to hang out with the tween stars, take pictures and selfies, get autographs and personally meet all of the celebrities.

"These fans who have been following us for years on our TV shows, now get to come on stage to perform and interact with us. Afterwards, we always do an autograph signing and take photos. It's definitely something that everyone has to check out," said Callum Worthy, "Dez" from Austin & Ally and one of the Tween Stars Live cast members.

Chicago Stage review called it, "the best family show ever".

When: Sunday October 25, 2015

Where: Adler Theatre - 136 E 3rd St Davenport, IA 52801

Time: 12:00 - 1:30 pm Show

2:00 - 4:00 pm VIP Autograph & Photo Session  **Parents do not need a ticket to attend the VIP Party.

Who:

Tickets: $21.00 - $62.00 for show

$75 for VIP party, must be purchased with a show ticket

All tickets available for purchase at www.tweenstarslive.com/shows/

The tour will make stops at the National Western Complex in Denver, CO (October 17); Colorado Springs World Arena in Colorado Springs, CO (October 18); Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, IL (October 24); Adler Theatre in Davenport, IA (October 25); Mobile Center Arena & Theatre in Mobile, AL (November 14) and Lake Charles Civic Center, Lake Charles LA (November 15).

The tour will run until Spring 2016 with more shows to be announced in the coming weeks.

Tween Stars Live is presented by Style Me Up, who will have prizes and giveaways at each show, product demos and great takeaways for the whole family.

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About Tween Stars Live: Tween Stars Live is a North American touring variety show, featuring some of the biggest tween stars on television. The tour will begin October 17 2015 in Colorado, with stops in Illinois, Iowa, Alabama, Louisiana, Wyoming and more, until Spring 2016.

About Style Me Up: Style Me Up is a fashion forward line for creative tweens who thrive on Do-It-Yourself fashion projects. Personalization and freedom of creation lets tweens be truly unique with every single Style Me Up design. Style Me Up offers a safe, fun and interactive online platform for tweens to browse collections and fashion trends, play games, enter contests, and explore events and promotions.

Did you hear? @TweenStarsLive is coming to

On Thursday, November 12th Quad Cities Interfaith will host its 7th Annual Individual Donor Breakfast from 7:30am to 8:30am in the Rogalski Center Ballroom at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa.

This year's theme is "Building A Beloved Community". Our guest speaker is Rev T. Ray McJunkins, pastor at Union Baptist Church, Springfield, Illinois and President of Gamaliel of Illinois. This one hour event will highlight the work of Quad Cities Interfaith and ask our Quad cities Community for support.

There is no cost to attend the breakfast but attendees will be asked to make a financial donation in support of  the organization. This breakfast is our largest fundraiser of the year and we need community support now more than ever! To reserve your spot, call 563-322-4910 or register at qcinterfaith@gmail.com.

Show Your Support for QCI With An AD in our 2015-16 Ad book!  And as you know, our work requires money and each November QCI asks the community for support at our fundraising breakfast.  At the breakfast we share our successes for the year, and ask for support in the development of local leaders and to continue the work of justice.  Each year we offer our breakfast guests an ad book.  The ad book serves as a community report, and is used not only at the breakfast but throughout the year. Its distributed to local congregations, funders , community partners, and at all of our actions and functions.  The ad book/annual report is also uploaded in pdf form to our website, so those who visit the site can see your ad. This past year, nearly 400 copies of the annual report have been distributed locally.  Please contact Rachael at QCI to take out ad ad. Ads are due October 30.

CHAMBER NETWORKING

October 13th - Bierstube, LeClaire - Lunch, noon. Everyone Welcome!

 

RIBBON CUTTING!

November 6th- LeClaire River Retreat Guest Condo - Time tbd. - Stephanie Graham, owner. 215 1/2 Cody Road, LeClaire. leclaireriverretreat@gmail.com, www.leclaireriverretreat.com A modern, chic and newly updated condo with accommodations for up to six guests. Enjoy a beautiful open floor plan featuring a great room with hardwood floors and gas fireplace, kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless appliances, two walls of windows to enjoy the riverfront view, private entrance, an enclosed garage, and a private deck. Our lovely location is in the heart of historic downtown LeClaire, IA overlooking the Mississippi River. This luxury condominium is available for overnight, weekend, weekly, or monthly rental. Also available for group parties such as baby showers, bridal showers, and the like. 563-484-1555

 

CALENDAR

October 1st-31st - Food for Fines: It's back! LeClaire Community Library will take food donations to pay off late fees/fines for all of October. All donations will benefit the Hope Church Food Pantry. For a full list of acceptable donations, and for more information, please visit the www.leclaire.lib.ia.us or contact Library Director Jillian Aschliman at jaschliman@leclaireiowa.gov or (563)289-4242, ext. 4

 

October 10th - Cars & Coffee in LeClaire - 9-11a.m. Last gathering of the season! Bring your favorite ride and join them on the beautiful riverfront in LeClaire for an "all are welcome" social gathering.

October 11th - Apple Fest on the River 11a.m.-4p.m. Fun, family event that features apples, apple cider and a variety of homemade food items including pie, strudel, scones, and cupcakes. Huge truckload of pumpkins and gourds. Vendors include kettle corn, wide variety of unique craft and gift items. The LeClaire Lions Club will be selling Chili, Brats, Hot Dogs, Chili Dogs, and Pork Chop Sandwiches. The QC Antique Car Club will be displaying their cars, and there will be a "Kids Only" area for a small fee that includes face painting, beanbag toss, other children's games, and a jump house. Specialty items related to Apple Fest will be available at downtown businesses along with wonderful fall shopping, dining, and touring. For more information, contact boehlb@hotmail.com.

October 11th - Wide River Winery - Live Music for Apple Fest Jordan Danielsen 2-5pm

 

October 11th - Dogtoberfest at Bierstube 2-5:30pm Free doggy bags to the first 150 dogs. Raffle items, auction, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Proceeds go to Crow Creek Dog Park. Free admission. 563-289-2121.

 

October 12th - Tourism Brainstorming Session 5:30-7:30pm at Holiday Inn Express, 1201 Canal Shore Drive. Snacks will be served. Residents, business owners, and volunteers are invited to attend this brainstorming session designed to help the Tourism Board and LeClaire Marketing Alliance determine its marketing priorities for the future and a course of action to keep LeClaire's momentum moving forward. Contact Cindy at info@visitleclaire.com for more information.

 

October 13th - Chamber Networking - Bierstube lunch, noon. Everyone Welcome!

October 14th - Bible Study at Jones St. Java House, 204 Jones St., LeClaire. 6:30-8p.m. The public is invited to join a free, 6-week course on "How to Study the Bible." Rev. Dr. Kerrin Kirkpatrick of Asbury United Methodist Church will lead the study on Wednesday nights from Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 2015. Please bring your Bible (or one will be provided) and invite a friend. All are welcome! Information: contact Pastor Kerrin at 563-355-5218, ext. 204

October 15th - LeClaire Community Library - TAG:  Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm. All are welcome, and don't forget?your attendance earns you Service Learning Hours!

October 17th - Blue Iguana Celebrates National Sweetest Day! We'll have a special desert on the menu. Bring your sweetest in for a special treat.

October 17th - Trivia Night in LeClaire at the LeClaire Civic Center (127 S. Cody Road) benefits the Buffalo Bill Museum.  Tables of 8; $10 per person. Mulligans and refreshments are available for purchase. Participants may bring snacks, wine, beer and soft drinks. Doors open at 6:30pm; Trivia starts at 7pm. Door prizes; 50-50 raffle. For reservations, call: 563-349-4403 or email smith5grand@gmail.com

October 19th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall - 8a.m.

October 24th - Annual Witch's Walk Free Family Fun on the Levee! Registration for the Witches' Walk & Costume Parade begins at 11:30am. Parade starts at 1pm. Rain date October 31st. Businesses are invited to hand out candy, create photo opportunities for families (use #witcheswalk2015 and #yourbusiness), give financial support for prizes and activities. To donate candy, prizes or for activities, or to volunteer, contact April, 920-287-8851, or Jenna, 717-580-1101.

October 24th - Blue Iguana - Witches Walk - Stop by for a special treat!

October 30th - Snow Masonic Lodge #44 will be Recognizing and Honoring Le Claire's Firefighters and Police Officers at a dinner beginning 6:30 pm in our lodge dining room at 113 S. Cody Road.  Public is invited.  Cost is $7.00 for dinner which will include ham, au gratin potatoes, green beans, rolls, dessert and a beverage.

SAVE THE DATE

November 1st - Blue Iguana - Day of the Dead Celebration!

 

December 4th-6th - Christmas in LeClaire!

 

FYI

Looking for Strolling Santas and Other Characters for Christmas in LeClaire! Volunteers for Friday evening after 4 p.m. Sat. from 11 until 7pm and Sunday from 12 noon until 3pm. Great Costumes and goodies to pass out provided! Just bring your Holiday Spirit and Smile to show everyone our community's spirit and zest for fun!  Call Kim and leave message - 563-289-5699. 4 to 6 women and 8 to 12 men needed for short shifts and longer periods to stroll and be on the trolley!

Bible Study at Jones St. Java House, 204 Jones St., LeClaire. 6:30-8p.m. The public is invited to join a free, 6-week course on "How to Study the Bible." Rev. Dr. Kerrin Kirkpatrick of Asbury United Methodist Church will lead the study on Wednesday nights from Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 2015. Please bring your Bible (or one will be provided) and invite a friend. All are welcome! Information: contact Pastor Kerrin at 563-355-5218, ext. 204.

Unique Recycled Creations & Gifts - now retailers for American Paint Company. We carry quarts, pints and samples of the chalk, clay and mineral based paint, plus waxes, top coat finish, American grit, MICA , glaze and brushes, so basically the whole line, plus their new line of paint that just came out this week, The Bold and beautiful collection.

Isabel Bloom - Stop by to see the wonderful sculpture designs we have in-store for home decorating, Halloween and gift-giving! Best of all, our Gourds and Pumpkins will last for years to come! Don't forget about our spooktacular Ghosts, Bats and Skulls - bound to be your seasonal favorites! If you haven't shopped Isabel Bloom lately, you don't know what you are missing!

Faithful Pilot On-Going Events · Mondays - Half Priced Martinis · Tuesdays - $5 House Made Margaritas, $3 Guacamole, and $3 Street Tacos · Wednesday - Half Priced Bottle of Wine Night with Chef prepared feature share plates and Live music from 6-8pm. · Saturday - Saturday Brunch 11am-2pm

LeClaire Community Library - TAG:  Teen Advisory Group (TAG) meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm. All are welcome, and don't forget?your attendance earns you Service Learning Hours!

 

Steventon's has Prime Rib on the first Saturday of each month.

Bierstube of LeClaire would like to offer all LeClaire Business Employees 10% food items!  Voted #1 Rueben in the QC!  We make our own sausages! Check out our daily specials and lunch features! New late night menu, Fri-Sat, 9pm to midnight!

 

Reusable Usables - Every Sunday at 1:30 RU features "Re-purposed Sunday Art" with a new re-purposed project each week!

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.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

Habitat for Humanity, which builds homes for families in need, will hold their 10th Anniversary Mr/Ms Habitat fundraiser on Saturday, October 10, at 5:30 p.m. at St. Ambrose University Rogalski Center. Chamber member, Kathy Anderson, asks that you consider getting involved. You can help by donating items for a LeClaire Basket for the silent auction, sponsoring a table or attending the event. Tickets are $50 per person or $500 for a table of eight person. Please contact Kathy by September 28 at 563-650-8137 or 563-289-1487 or andersonkathleenm@sau.edu to donate items for the LeClaire Basket and she will be happy to pick them up.  To purchase tickets for the event, contact Dougal Nelson at 563-359-9066 or dougal.nelson@habitatqc.org.

The Ascentra Credit Union Scholarship Competition announces another round of scholarships for area students.  A total of $10,000 in scholarships are made available to Ascentra members planning to further their education starting the 2016 - 2017 school year.   The ten scholarships will be awarded to students as follows: Five $1,000 scholarships for high school students planning to enter college. Five $1,000 scholarships for members age 19 or over, considered non-traditional or continuing education students. The scholarship entrants will be judged on a 500 word essay on the topic, "How do you plan on using your education to improve your community?"  All entries are judged on their essay, resume, awards, extracurricular activities, volunteer services and work experience.  Deadline for the Ascentra Scholarship Competition is March 1, 2016.  Applications and official rules may be picked up at any of our branches or found online at www.ascentra.org/scholarships. There members can find information on other scholarships.

Milestones Area Agency, which serves meals to the elderly at the First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire and delivers meals to homebound seniors, is looking for someone to help deliver meals on Mondays, from 11 am to 12 noon. You would receive training in August and begin in September. This is a quick job that is deeply appreciated by those receiving the meals and their families. Could you help two or more Mondays a month? If so, call Heide at 563-289-3646.

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.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property for Rent - 1405 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire. 2,500 SF newly constructed office/retail space. Co-Tenant Snap Fitness. Owner will subdivide space. Private parking lot. ADA compliant. Contact: Meg Halligan, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, mhalligan@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000 Website Link: http://www.ruhlcommercial.com/Page/Property.aspx?mls=7032508

Commercial Property for Sale 613-617 N Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Contact Jeff R. Heuer, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jheuer@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5107.

Commercial Property for Sale Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Contact John G. Ruhl, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jruhl@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5126.

Commercial Property Available Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

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!

October 10th - Cars and Coffee in LeClaire - LeClaire Levee

October 11th - LeClaire Apple Fest - 11am to 4pm on the LeClaire Levee.

October 24th - Witch's Walk (rain date October 31st)

November 28th - Small Business Saturday

December 4th-6th - Christmas in LeClaire

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

October 13th - Bierstube - Lunch - noon

November 10th - Riverview Roadhouse - Lunch - noon

December 8th - Subway, LeClaire - Lunch - noon

Seven of the most incredible illusionists on Earth make a stop on the Adler stage this Monday! The Illusionists - Witness the Impossible has shattered box office records across the glove and dazzles audiences of all ages. This show is not to be missed!

Friday night you can catch Aaron Kamm & The One Drops in the Redstone Room and local singing sensation Alyx Rush will be performing on the Community Stage Saturday night. While we are talking about music - did you see who our newest neighbors are downtown? Please join us in congratulating & welcoming DAYTROTTER to their new space in downtown Davenport

Plan to visit downtown next week for the first ever Third Thursday! Take a self-guided tour of downtown Davenport's growing shopping scene and discover unique and locally owned shops during this monthly event from 5 - 9 pm. Take advantage of a variety of Third Thursday specials being offered by participating businesses.

Oh So Sweet is inviting you into their shop for a cozy evening by the fireplace with your favorite fall cupcake flavors and a chance to win a dozen! Crafted QC will have Moline metalsmith Ann Hartley showcasing her current line of jewelry. Salon Luce is offering 20% off for retail purchases and any future appointments booked that day. And for those wanting to get creative, head to Bereksin Fine Art Gallery for a community drop in Life Drawing Class. There's much more going on downtown for Third Thursday - visit our website for a full list of Third Thursday exhibits, events and specials.
Fall is a great time of year to head to the Farmer's Market. Fresh local apples and homemade caramel make for a tasty treat. This Saturday, enjoy a petting zoo! Make sure you peruse the breakfast at Fresh Deli, too.  You can count on your meal being made primarily from locally grown fruit, vegetables and raised meats.
Looking for a fun, hands-on experience with your friends, check out L&D15's hands-on exploration of silkscreening. Learn from facilitator David Balluff, who previously worked at The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh as an Artist Educator. Choose between postcard making, an underpainting activity, or print your own t-shirt!

There's been a number of fantastic articles lately showcasing residential growth in QC downtown neighborhoods. Downtown Davenport has long been a leader in this effort, and we're happy to see our neighborhood featured in so much good press lately.  Click here to see what the buzz is all about.

For a complete list of the events this week and beyond, visit our event calendar.

Future Events:
10/31 - Halloween Parade
Retail boutique L&D15 will not only be hosting its second Saturday Night Social on October 24th, from 7-10pm, but will also be hosting a number of other fun activities this fall.
Saturday Night Socials were conceived of as an event where our friends and customers could shop, socialize and have a cocktail in a fun, relaxed environment. Inspired by salons, speakeasys and soirées, It's a chance to try on dresses, hats, print a t-shirt, or just browse and have a good time with friends. Each Saturday Night Social at L&D15 features a different complimentary cocktail.
L&D15 will also be participating in a new event, Third Thursdays, with many other businesses in downtown Davenport. "We love giving our customers a creative experience, so we will be silkscreening both on paper and on t-shirts with customers for Third Thursday," explains co-owner David Balluff.
This month L&D15 will also be unveiling a Day of the Dead ofrenda, or altar, created by area artist Carlos Durán. More details to be announced. In mid-November, L&D15 will celebrate it's first year anniversary with a special event on November 14.
"L&D15 exists because we wanted to create a space that supports our vision of the future of retail - a venue that not only allows us to produce and sell our own products in house, but also supports the greater artistic community," explains Balluff. "We want to support creative entrepreneurship in the Quad Cities."
Both Balluff and his partner, Lopeti Etu, have previous experience as makers themselves. Balluff started t-shirt line General Assembly in 2009, and Etu is a milliner by trade, and hand makes the majority of the hats in their shop.
L&D15 is located at 520 W. 2nd Street in downtown Davenport and is open Tuesday - Saturday  from 10am - 7pm, Sunday 11am - 5pm. For more information, visit landd15.com, or call 563-484-0415.
Upcoming Saturday Night Social events at L&D15: October 24th, November 7th & 28th.
Sovereign Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church, Davenport, IA will be hosting a "Modern Art and Ancient Faith" conference at the Figge Art Museum, Davenport on 11/14/15 from 7-9 pm. The presentation will focus on appreciating and understanding modern art from a Christian perspective.  Rev. Ken Golden, organizing pastor of Sovereign Grace OPC, will be the speaker.  He holds a Masters in Fine Arts from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY.
Please help support the German organizations in our area:

 

The German American Family Club will present their Oktoberfest Dinner Dance this Saturday, October 10th at the Elk's Club ( 4400 W Central Park ) in Davenport. Dinner served from 5:00-7:00 and the dance begins at 7:00. For more information please call Joe at (309) 234-5340.

November 6-8, 2015

 

AMANA, Iowa- Join us in the historic Amana Colonies for Girls Getaway Weekend November 6-8! There's a unique, hands on experience waiting for women of all ages during this first annual Girls Getaway celebration! Great sampling, shopping and relaxation!

Activities will begin Friday, November 6th, at 4pm and will go through Sunday, November 8th. Businesses will be featuring products and special services all weekend long.

Local B&B's will be offering special packages so ladies can get the most out of their weekend stay. Activities are dispersed throughout the seven villages including food, beer, and wine sampling, a Fall Fiber Show, Theater Performances, a Vintner's Dinner, a Vendor Fair, and pampering. Most of the local restaurants are offering special dining options. There is something to please everyone's tastes and hobbies.

For more information about Girls Getaway Weekend, visit amanacolonies.com or call 319-622-7622. And for complete list of upcoming events and festivals, visit amanacolonies.com.

The Bettendorf Discovery Shop in Cumberland Square is excited to announce that Thursday, October 15th from 10:00 A.M. until 7:00 P.M. we will be revealing our beautiful collection of fur coats and accessories, and our stunning special occasion men's and women's clothing, jewelry, and accessories.

 

The Discovery Shop is ready to help you to sparkle, shine, and glow for a great cause!  Stop in on Thursday morning to be the first to see all of the lovely items that we have available.  We will help you to find just what you need for your upcoming special occasions, and you can help us to raise money to help in the fight against cancer.  Our donors have been very generous; we have an amazing assortment of items for you to choose from.

 

The Discovery Shop is an upscale resale shop selling gently used items all donated by the community it is owned and operated by the American Cancer Society with the proceeds going for cancer research, education, patient services, and advocacy.   The shop is run mainly by a staff of over 80 volunteers.  If you are interested in joining our volunteer group stop in the shop and join us in the fight against cancer.

 

If you have items that you would like to donate for this event or at any time, donations are gladly accepted during business hours and a tax receipt is always available.  The shop welcomes men's, women's and children's gently used clothing, accessories, jewelry, collectibles and kitchen items.  For more information find us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/QCDiscoveryShop or on Twitter at QCDiscoveryShop

 

Regular shop hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

UPDATE: We have moved Christian Care's 6th Annual Walk the Walk indoors to the Pepsico Recreational Center at 1025 30th Street, Rock Island.  Please make this change to all press information if possible.  Thank you.

Rock Island, IL - Christian Care is hosting its 6th annual Walk the Walk to 'de-feet' domestic violence!  Walk with us to raise awareness about Domestic Violence!   On Saturday, October 17th, Christian Care?together with Augustana College?will host our 6th annual Walk the Walk event to promote domestic violence awareness.  The morning will start at 9:00 a.m. with registration and the Walk will begin at 10:00 a.m.  The event will involve speakers, door prizes, a raffle, light refreshments and of course, the walk which will take place around the pond located within Augustana's beautiful campus. We will be meeting at the gazebo in front of Augustana College's Thomas Tredway Library, 3435 9-1/2 Avenue, Rock Island, Illinois.  Parking will be available in Visitor Parking Lot E off of 7th Avenue and in Visitor Parking Lot A1 off of 38th Avenue.  In case of bad weather, the event will be held in the Pepsico Recreational Center at 1025 30th Street, Rock Island, Illinois.  The registration fee is a $10 donation for adult walkers. Students may walk for free with a valid student ID; their donations will be gratefully accepted. Participants will receive awareness materials and a purple ribbon to show their support. The event will provide participants with the opportunity to hear from survivors of domestic violence, ways they can help share awareness with others and the chance to take part in a purple balloon launch following the walk. All of the proceeds from the event will go to Christian Care's domestic violence shelter.  The event is being sponsored by Diamonds on the Avenue, American Bank & Trust, Navarro Canoe Company and Hammar and Associates.

Christian Care is transforming the lives of homeless individuals, victims of domestic violence, veterans, men and women coming out of prison and the mentally ill. Their two facilities - a domestic violence shelter for abused women and their children and a rescue mission for homeless men - provide safe shelter, nutritious meals, clothing, counseling, referrals and guidance to those in need.  Christian Care's services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week with the goal of nourishing the bodies, minds, hearts and souls of the men, women and children who come seeking a new way of life.  Help Christian Care help others; donate now.  Call Marilyn at 309-786-5734 for more information.  If you know someone in need, call the Christian Care Crisis Hotline at any hour of the day or night at 309-786-2273.

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