31 Jul 2015

Spring Forward Learning Center Brings Back Big Band Stylings With Marando's-Themed Annual October Gala

By Rick Martin

(Rock Island, IL.) -- August 3, 2015 -- Spring Forward Learning Center (SFLC), in cooperation with MarandosRestaurant.com, is proud to host A Night at Marando's Gala on Saturday, October 3rd , 2015 at Jumer's Casino & Hotel in Rock Island, Illinois.

The Big Band sounds of the 1940s, 50s and 60s will come alive once again during a night of nostalgia, fun and excitement at Marando's, where orchestras led by Guy Lombardo, Clyde McCoy, Jimmy Dorsey, Carmen Cavallaro, Jack Staulcup and scores of others once regularly graced the main stage and performed to sold-out shows during the Milan night club's run from 1950 - 1972. Marandosrestaurant.com, unveiled on New Year's Eve 2012, takes visitors on a journey back to a time where big bands and first class cuisine and entertainment ruled the day.

Proceeds from the evening will go to support SFLC's core mission to provide free supplemental education and enrichment opportunities for youth in the school district in Rock Island and Milan, Illinois.

"This year's gala will raise money to fund programs that reflect our continued, deep commitment to young people in Rock Island and Milan," said Dan McNeil, Executive Director of Spring Forward Learning Center. "We're excited to theme our annual gala in the spirit of Marando's, a Quad-Cities dining and entertainment icon."

Musicians will authentically replicate and pay homage to the big band and entertaining greats of the era. The event will also feature selections from the restaurant's original menu and décor in addition to a display of authentic Marando's memorabilia.

About Spring Forward Learning Center

Spring Forward Learning Center is a Rock Island not-for-profit organization that provides free after-school tutoring and mentoring to youth needing help in the Rock Island-Milan School District. Spring Forward Learning Center values children and is committed to providing resources to children and families in need of services that emphasize education, literacy, and social development skills.

Tickets are available online at Marandosrestaurant.com, and www.springforwardqca.org.

31 Jul 2015

'Don't worry 'bout a thing' in The District' - Ya Maka My Weekend

By Rick Martin

(Rock Island, IL) Ya Maka My Weekend - Reggae in the District returns on Friday, August 14, and Saturday, August 15, 2015. This unique two-night festival brings the atmosphere of the Caribbean islands to downtown Rock Island.

Ya Maka My Weekend, one of The District's signature events, will be held on the Great River Plaza, Seconnd Avenue between 17th and 19th Streets, in downtown Rock Island, IL. Admission prices are $9 for a  one-night ticket and $14 for a two-night ticket, and children 12 and under enter free. Ya Maka My Weekend will start at 5 p.m. on Friday, and 3 p.m. on Saturday.

What makes Ya Maka My Weekend so unique is the island vibe that you get the minute you walk through the gates. The aromas of Caribbean food will drift through the leaves of live palm trees, while reggae music captivates your ears. Eleven food vendors will be serving a variety of dishes, including authentic Caribbean food. You will want to stop in at the open-air market place and find something special to take home. Another distinctive characteristic about Ya Maka My Weekend is that it is set in the middle of downtown, allowing for a free-flow of people from festival to entertainment establishment to art gallery to restaurant and back to the festival. It also means that if the weather is inclement, you can head inside for a break, and never leave the fest grounds!

Local rock/reggae band Rude Punch will start the music off each night with a performance starting at 5:30 p.m. Friday evening and 3:30 p.m. Saturday afternoon. The music will continue on two stages, featuring a variety of reggae bands, until 12:30 a.m. both Friday and Saturday nights. Dubtonic Kru will take the stage at 7:45 p.m. on Saturday night. Dubtonic Kru has developed a new breed of Jamaican music featuring heavy basslines, one drops, psychedelic guitar riffs, echoing keyboards, popping percussion, and conscious lyrics. In 2010 Dubtonic Kru was honored by the United States House of Representatives and presented with a Congressional Proclamation for their contributions through music to varying communities. Dubtonic Kru continues to give medicine to audiences through outstanding performances locally and across the world.

A strong connection to Jamaica will come from the Augustana Jamaica Program, who will be volunteering at one of the beverage stations and also at the merchandise to fundraise for three schools located in Jamaica (Alpha Boys School, Alpha Academy, and Alpha Primary). Participants in the Augustana Jamaica Program learn about the island and its culture, travel to Jamaica, and engage in voluntary, service-learning work with inner-city Kingston students through placements in three schools run by the Convent of Mercy. The Alpha Boys School has been referred to as "roots of reggae" by British Broadasting Company, because of the long list of prominent Jamaican musicians coming from the school. Leave them a tip, and support these schools in Jamaica!

Friday, August 14

Plaza Stage

5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Rude Punch

7:45 - 9:15 p.m. Jumbies

10:00 - 11:15 p.m. Irie Trinity

11:30 - 12:30 a.m. Indika

Jumer's Stage

6:30 - 8:00 Ifficial Reggae Movement

8:45 - 10:15 p.m. Gizzae

11:00 - 12:30 a.m. Lazo

Saturday, August 15

Plaza Stage

3:30 - 6:00 p.m. Rude Punch

6:45 - 7:45 p.m. DiMachine

10:00 - 11:15 p.m. Gizzae

11:30 - 12:30 a.m. Lazo

Jumer's Stage

4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Irie Trinity

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Indika

7:45 - 10:15 p.m. Dubtonic Kru

11:00 - 12:30 a.m. The Flex Crew

Ya Maka My Weekend is presented by The District, and sponsored by Jumer's Casino & Hotel, Holiday Inn Rock Island, WHBF, Dispatch/Argus, Rexroat Sound, Dphilms, River Cities Reader, Guitar Center, and Hi-Nee Huts.

For more information call (309) 788-6311 or visit www.yamakamyweekend.com and www.ridistrict.com.

The Downtown Rock Island Arts & Entertainment District (The District) is a 501(c)6 not-for-profit organization established in 1992 by local downtown merchants. The District's mission is to establish and manage downtown Rock Island as a creative and innovative experience by focusing on the development of the arts and quality special event management. It features retail shops, excellent restaurants, live entertainment, dinner theater, art galleries, and several entertainment venues. Rock Island is located on the Mississippi River, three hours west of Chicago in an area known as the Quad Cities which straddles the river and the Illinois/Iowa border. It is at the intersection of Interstate highways 74, 88, and 80 and is served by the Quad City International Airport in Moline, IL.

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30 Jul 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 7/31 - 8/6/2015

By QC Chamber

The Downtown Davenport Partnership would like to say THANK YOU to the tens-of-thousands of people who made this past weekend spectacular! Downtown was jam-packed from Street Fest and RAGBRAI, to the Quad City Times Bix 7 and countless parties stretching across the entire length of 2nd & 3rd Streets. The Bix 7 weekend is growing right along with downtown.   A big thank you to our Street Fest title sponsor, Great Southern Bank, too!

Jazz lovers are in for a treat this weekend when the Bix Jazz Festival takes over the RiverCenter, Adler Theatre, and LeClaire Park! This year's festival features some of the hottest bands including The Hot Jazz Alliance, The Thrift Set Orchestra, and more. Find the entire festival's schedule here, and come downtown for back-to-back days of tunes celebrating the life and music of Bix Beiderbecke.

The end of July is here and Bucktown Center for the Arts knows just how to celebrate...with a wine walk, of course! This month's Final Friday boasts a triple threat - art, wine, and jazz. Find beautiful pieces of art both indoors and out while sampling wines throughout the galleries. There will also be jazz musicians and dancers for double the entertainment.

Even though the race is behind us, that doesn't mean you have to stop being active! Join Live Uncommon Summer Series on the Figge Betchel Plaza. Stop by this Saturday for Yoga UNCOMMON in the morning, or a capella music in the afternoon. Can't workout in the mornings? Come to their weekly 5k training at 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

Now's the time to stop by and see the Figge Art Museum! In honor of it's 10th anniversary, they are offering FREE admission. That's right, all events and programs are FREE until September. Be a true Iowan and check out the Corn Zone exhibition, as well many others throughout the museum. The Figge would like to thank the Riverboat Development Authority for making this available to the community.

Start your weekend off with Friday Live at 5 in the RME courtyard featuring Hal Reed & Mississippi Journey, and continue the party to the Redstone Room with Jerry Garcia's Birthday Bash. Make sure to purchase your tickets for G. Love & Special Sauce for Tuesday while you still can, and plan to return on Wednesday for the up & coming Alana Royale with Busted Chandeliers!

Bask in the beautiful summer weather over at Modern Woodmen Park. The Quad Cities River Bandits are back at home this week battling the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers and the Bowling Green Hot Rods. Enjoy the Friday Fireworks or Fan Appreciation Saturday. Bring the kids on Tuesday for a $10 All-You-Can-Ride promotion and BOGO ticket deals. Sit back and relax on the Mississippi River, while supporting your local baseball team!

See you downtown!

For more events and activities, click here.

27 Jul 2015

Get tickets to Pints this Saturday

By Niabi Zoo
SATURDAY NIGHT AUGUST 1     5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. AT NIABI ZOO

The final food and drink menus are being finalized for Pints. Here's a sneak peek at what presenting sponsor Stern Beverage plans to have available at the 5th annual beer tasting:

Uinta, Tighthead, Ommegang, Lost Coast, Shiner, Erdinger, Goose Island, Redhook, Widmer, Potosi, Great River, Lena, Millstream, Backpocket and Bent River.

Not into beer? Don't worry! There will also be a handful of wines from Metal Label, Wombat and Found Stone. And if you're more of a cocktail drinker, Mixx Tails will have several mixed drinks.

Dress casual, bring your friends (21 and older) and eat and drink your way through the zoo stopping at the animal exhibits. With the 5:30 start time, you'll have plenty of daylight to explore the zoo.

The Niabi Zoological Society will use funds raised at Pints for future improvements at the zoo. Thank you for supporting your community zoo.

CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS

$30 Niabi Zoo Members
$35 non-members and guests
Buy a 6-pack for the member price of $160
non-members pay only $190.
27 Jul 2015

Men That Are Making A Difference - The Biggest Fish Fry

By Melvin Hawkins

The entire Quad Cities community is invited to attend the area's biggest Fish Fry on Sunday, September 6th at the Martin Luther King Center, 630 Martin Luther King Drive in Rock Island.  Serving will be from 12 Noon until 4pm.

Our goal is to provide 300 kids with shoes. Volunteers are welcome, donations are welcome, and Quad Cities women are encouraged to help, too.

For more information, please call 309-292-3210.

24 Jul 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 07/24/2015

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce
ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday 07/24/2015

 

WELCOME NEW MEMBER!

Hope Golick - Keller Williams Realtor 1225 E. River Dr., Davenport, IA. 52803. Licensed in Iowa and Illinois.  hopegolickrealtor@yahoo.com - 563-357-6145

QC TIMES READERS' CHOICE AWARDS - TIME TO VOTE!

That time of year is here again! Take a few moments to vote for your favorite LeClaire businesses! LeClaire has been fortunate to have been voted the Best Place to Take Out of Town Guests for 3 years running, and so many of our Shops and Restaurants have been recognized in many categories! VOTE and keep that trend going!

CALENDAR

Register now to take part in the 2015 Tug Fest 5K and 1 Mile Color Fun Run! When: August 15; Time: 8am; Where: Race starts and ends at Pleasant Valley Jr. High. There will be water stations on the race course and food and refreshments provided by Slagle's after the race.  Awards for top finishers. Early registrants receive a free T-Shirt! Find race registration information at www.tugfest.com

 

Now thru July 27: Please vote for LeClaire for the "Best Place to Take an Out-of-town Guest." If you enjoy visiting or living in LeClaire, please vote for us.Click this link: http://qctimes.secondstreetapp.com/l/QuadCity-Timess-Voters-Choice-2015/Ballot/Travel and scroll all the way to the bottom to find our nomination. You will find many other LeClaire businesses under various categories to vote for, too!

 

Now - Isabel Bloom - just one week left to purchase our Limited Edition Star Tree! Earn a $10 Voucher to use on your next purchase. Offer expires 7/31/2015.  Voucher is valid through 8/9/2015.  Stop in and get yours today!

 

July 23rd - 25th - Expressions in Threads Fabriganza - Our largest sale of the year! LeClaire Civic Center. July 23rd - special pre-sale event. Admission $20.00, proceeds go to SERVHAITI. Hors d'oeuvres will be served at 6:00 PM with shopping at 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. July 24th - sale is open to all 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM July 25th - sale is open to all from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Sale includes special fabric groupings at $6.00/yard, double wides at $10.00/yard and fabric from Moda, Quilting Ttreasures, Red Rooster, Benartex and more. Link to July calendar with the Fabriganza dates listed http://www.expressionsinthreads.com/module/events.htm?month=7&year=2015

July 26th - Sunday Wine Tasting - Faithful Pilot Café' & Spirits $15 - 15 Wines - Small Bites. 3-5 pm. Wines from all over the country. Chris Griffin, from Dimitri WInes will be pouring and educating you on all your wine needs. 563.289.4156

July 24th - Wide River Winery - Live Music in the Courtyard - The Old 57's - 5-8p.m.

July 24th - Steventon's Sunset Concert on the Deck Live Music - Kerry & Rich Acoustic Duo - 6-9p.m.

July 27th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall - 8a.m.

July 30th - LeClaire Community Library - Behind the Scenes at Isabel Bloom 6:30 p.m. Hosted by the Green Tree Library Endowment Committee. Isabel Bloom artist, Donna Young, will present to share a rare glimpse into the handcrafting process of how an Isabel Bloom sculpture is made, followed up with a Q&A session with Ms. Young. Proceeds from the sale of the Green Tree Plaque will go towards an endowment which helps support future library building improvement projects, special events, and more.  Anyone who purchases a Green Tree Plaque during the month of July will be entered into a drawing to win a "Charlie's Smile" statue, signed by American Pickers star, Mike Wolfe. The winner will be announced at the July 30th event. Green Tree Plaques are available for purchase at LeClaire Community Library (323 Wisconsin Street) or at the LeClaire Isabel Bloom storefront (103 S. Cody Street).

July 30th - Ribbon Cutting - Abundant Health Chiropractic - Dr. Sinan Gocmen. Bettendorf. More information to come.

July 31st - Wide River Winery - Live Music in the Courtyard - H.C. Wallace - 5-8p.m.

July 31-Aug 2 - Princeton Days City Wide Activities!

July 31sty - FREE MOVIE NIGHT Zion Lutheran Church 204 Great River Road, Princeton - free lawn games and movie night for kids 7:00 -- 9:30 p.m. in conjunction with Princeton Days. Snacks and drinks will be provided while the children view the movie "Up". Join the fun while Mom and Dad spend time with friends on the River.

 

August 1st - Steventons is closed for a private party.

 

August 7th - First Friday in LeClaire 5-8pm

The Green Tree Brewery is opening and will be participating in First Friday.

Mississippi River Distilling Co. Fun food and cocktail sampling and Cody Road Barrel Aged Boetje's Mustard is back! Limit 2 jars per customer.

Wide River Winery Wine tasting with live music by Lewis Knudsen from 5-8pm.

The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits Live music, 7:30pm with Jordan Danielsen & Jef Spradley.

Steventon's Sunset Concert on the Deck - 6-9p.m. - Acoustic Project

Restaurant specials and many shops open late.

 

August 8th - 9th - The Princeton Players will be performing at the Princeton Community Center upper level theater on August 8th at 6:00 p.m. and on August 9th at 1:00 p.m.  There will be a one-act comedy play titled The Rehearsal, preceded by the High School Rock Group VanderVeer on the 8th, and the No Name High School Rock Group on the 9th.  Hot dogs, chips and drink will be available at the beginning of each performance and included in the ticket price of $12 for adults and teens and $7 for children 12 and under ($10 and $5 for Show only).  Concessions will also be available and separately priced.  Seating will be restaurant style rather than theater seating for this performance.  Tickets will be available at the door.

August 10th-11th - National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism Community Outreach Meetings Jim Dion, Director of Tourism Projects, National Geographic Society, will return to the Quad Cities for a series of community outreach meetings, as a follow-up to the original meeting held here March 9-10. The community outreach meeting schedule follows:

Monday, Aug. 10, 5:30 p.m, LeClaire City Hall, 325 Wisconsin Street, LeClaire, Iowa

Tuesday, Aug. 11

8 a.m., Rogalski Center, Saint Ambrose University, Davenport, Iowa

11 a.m., Bier Stube, 415 15th Street, Moline, Illinois

1:30 p.m., Establishment Theatre, 220 19th Street, Rock Island, Illinois

3:30 p.m., Isle Center, Isle Casino Complex, 1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf, Iowa

Each meeting will last about 90 minutes and will inform local residents and businesses about the National Geographic Mississippi River Geotourism Project. Special emphasis will be given on participation in the project and adding content to the geotourism website. Residents are invited to nominate local businesses, landmarks, attractions, activities, events and local foods by November 1, 2015 at mississippiriver.natgeotourism.com The completed website is set to be launched in August 2016. To RSVP or for more information, contact: Joe Taylor at jtaylor@visitquadcities.com or (309) 736-6820

 

August 13th-15th - Tug Fest! Carnival wristband night on Thursday. Parade and huge fireworks display on Friday evening. Saturday morning there is a 5K Run/1Mile Color Fun Run and kids' tug is at 11am. The main event, tug-of-war across the Mississippi River between LeClaire, Iowa and Port Byron, Illinois, is from 12:30-3:00pm on Saturday. Details can be found at www.tugfest.com

August 14th - Steventons Summer Sunset Concert on the Deck - Lewis Knudsen - 6-9pm

August 21st - Steventons Summer Sunset Concert on the Deck - Jordan Danielson - 6-9pm

August 22nd - LIVEFIT WITH LUPUS 2nd Annual Golf Outing 1pm - Palmer Hills, Bettendorf. $78 ($68 before Aug 1) includes cart, prizes, t-shirt, dinner following outing Contact Marcia@livefitwithlupus.org or getmeregistered.com

 

August 23rd - Buffalo Bill Museum 1pm dedication of the 1939 Chris Craft display donated by the Suiter family in the River Pilot's Pier. Refreshments will be served.

August 28th - Steventons Summer Sunset Concert on the Deck Louis Knudsen - 6-9pm

SAVE THE DATE

September 19th - Twilight Dinner Cruise sponsored by the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy a prime rib dinner and three hour cruise. Board at 4:30pm; cruise leaves promptly at 5pm. Cost is $45 per person. Purchase tickets at LeClaire, Iowa banks - First Central State Bank or Black Hawk Bank & Trust. Call Debbie at 563-289-2265 for more information.

 

FYI

The Green Tree Brewery is opening August 7, and will be participating in First Friday. 309 N. Cody Road. https://greentreebrewery.com/

 

The following represent the recipients of the donations from the LeClaire Lions Club: LeClaire Police Department (purchase first body camera for the LeClaire Officers), LeClaire Fire Department, LeClaire Library, Buffalo Bill Museum, Princeton Fire Department, Camp Courageous, $1,000 college scholarship to PV senior, $500 puppy program - Leader Dog Program, Pleasant Valley Choral Department, and Cards for Troops. The Club also sponsors a Community Blood Drive and performs free vision screenings for all pre-school children at Bridgeview Elementary School. We thank all the LeClaire residents for their support over this past year.  We look forward to seeing everyone at the LeClaire Apple Fest on the levee in LeClaire on October 11, 2015.

 

Kiddie Karrasel, LeClaire - We are enrolling for Fall Pre-K for 4 year olds. Must be four by September 15. Extended care option available. 563-289-3946 www.kiddiekarraselacademy.com

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

Isabel Bloom Their birds are back! Purchase two or more birds and save 10%. Save $30 on the complete set of seven! Save $10 on their Heart of America Isabel Bloom Green Tree Plaque. To help support their endowment fund, the Friends of the Library have partnered up with Isabel Bloom to create the Green Tree Wall Plaque, on sale for $24, with part of the proceeds going toward the LeClaire Community Library's endowment. If you are interested in purchasing one of these plaques, please contact Becky Pilger at bekpilg71@aol.com or find them at the Library. Those who make a $1000 donation or more to the Library's endowment will receive a complimentary plaque as a thank you for supporting the library. www.leclairelibrary.org

 

Expressions in Threads - The Row by Row Experience is a nationwide event that runs from June 21st through September 8th in which participating shops create a unique quilt row created by each, individual shop, based on a central theme, this year's them is water. Customers can travel to participating shops like Expressions in Threads and collect the row we've created, along with our shop's license plate, specially designed for the Row by Row event. For more information, go to: http://www.expressionsinthreads.com/module/events.htm?year=2015&month=Jun&day=22&eventId=803020

 

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire - Coming this fall: "A Nite for Nepal!" Watch for more info.

Princeton Community Center The fourth Wednesday of each month through October we will have An Afternoon of Euchre beginning around 12:30 p.m.  Anyone interested in lunch can meet at 11:30 a.m. and we will order from Go Fish (lunch is on their own) and have it delivered to the Center with Euchre to start after that. Zion Lutheran co-sponsors the event.  There will be coffee and dessert included.  There will be no fee to play, just enjoy a fun afternoon near the Mississippi.

 

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

Pick up the new 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

 

The shop building with upstairs apt. at 123 S Cody is for sale. For information please call D.R. Peterson at 563-289-5958.

 

Riverview Apartment for Rent - Downtown LeClaire. One Bedroom. $1250/month. Call 563-940-3742 for more information.

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. Description: 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!

August 1st - Heartland British Auto Fest - LeClaire Levee

August 29th - Vettes on the River - LeClaire Levee

August 13-15 - Tug Fest

October 11 - LeClaire Apple Fest 11am to 4pm on the LeClaire Levee.  More to come!

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

August 11th - McDonald's - Breakfast - 8a.m.

September 8th - Steventon's - Evening Event - 5:30p.m.

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24 Jul 2015

Vino Fun Found Here

By Creekside Vineyards Winery & Inn
Creekside Vineyards 2015 Awards
MidAmerican Wine Competition Medal Winners
2013 Blushing Bonnie, Moonbeam, Front Porch, & Blossom
Click HERE to learn more!
HyVee Wine Tastings Today from 4-6pm!
Stop by for a tasting July 24th, meet our newest staff members, &
take home some vino for your Friday Night meal!
Meet Kelsey @ Rock Island HyVee
Meet Chelsea @ Moline Avenue of the Cities HyVee
Enjoy your Weekends...in Style
Serving Up "Fresh Air, Fresh Ideas, & Flavorful Wines"
View Events Calendar HERE!
Coal Valley: Wine Terrace: Sat-Sun, 1-6pm ~ Inn Open Year Round by Reservation
Preemption: Tasting Room, Tues-Sun, 1-6pm
7/25: 3-6pm: Winederful Music: Sarah Allner
Sarah is an Orion IL native whose folk originals, siren-like vocals and beautiful smile bring her back to Creekside for her 3rd season. 
Free concert with $10 purchase
(ps: congrats to Sarah and her husband who are expecting child #2 in August; we so excited to hear Sarah this weekend and again in September... (with and without the little bun in the oven!)
7/26: 2-4:30pm: Wine & Recre8 Painting Class
Online Registration closes today @ 2pm!
Join this Davenport IA studio's fun and creative instruction while enjoying the view, some vino, and friends.
Register online 48 hours in advance at Recrea8; in the event of inclement weather, participants will be notified by 11am the day of the class of any schedule changes; check creeksidevineyards.com for updates
$40 includes materials, instruction, & a glass of wine
Winery & Tasting Room:
1667 Highway 67 Preemption IL
1-6pm, Tues-Sun (May-Oct)
1-6pm, Wed-Sat (Nov-April)

Inn Open Year Round by Reservation
24 Jul 2015

Local Church Welcomes RAGBRAI Riders With Free Water & Cookies

By NLBC

As first address in Davenport local church hopes to roll out the welcome mat

Davenport, IA, April 23, 2015:  On July 25, 2015, the youth group and congregation of New Life Baptist Church will welcome RAGBRAI riders to Davenport, IA. Since New Life is the first address in Davenport along the race route the church desires to roll out the welcome mat. The church will provide free water, home made cookies, and multiple porta-potties to participants. A local radio station, 89.3 WDLM, will be broadcasting live from 6-9AM and then be on site playing music for the day. The church has also arranged for local medics to use the church's grounds to treat any injuries or needs. The church's air-conditioned facilities will also be available for riders to take a break, cool off, and rest.  Church members plan to be present throughout the day and cheer riders as they enter the city. The church first welcomed RAGBRAI riders to the city of Davenport in 2011.

Contact Information: Pastor Zach Vester, 563-505-7137 or NewLifeQC@gmail.com

Location: New Life Baptist Church, 7780 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA 52804

Dates: July 25, 2015, 6AM-3PM
24 Jul 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport Street Fest Edition: 7/24 - 7/30/2015

By QC Chamber

The Quad Cities Annual Homecoming returns for it's 44th year this weekend with tons of activities- both old and new! Join us on 2nd Street as Great Southern Bank presents Street Fest 2015. With live music, firefighter water fights, a NEW BMX showcase, unique foods, cold drinks, and tons of arts and crafts, this is one party you won't want to miss. Ahh, we can smell the funnel cakes already...

Best of luck to those running the Quad City Times Bix 7 Saturday morning! Runners- remember to grab your race packets at the RiverCenter tonight or tomorrow at the Running Wild Sports and Fitness Expo. As always, don't forget to Carb it Up at the Genesis Pasta Dinner tomorrow night, too. Rather than running, RAGBRAI riders will pedal to the party Saturday as they conclude their 450+ mile bike ride across the state of Iowa where the road meets the river here in downtown Davenport. Pretty impressive weekend, if you ask us.

The fun continues along 2nd and 3rd streets with even more live music and drink specials. Party with Billy at Me & Billy's as they offer BOGO coupons for Exile Brewing Co.'s new Daytrotter pale ale. Shimmy on down the street to Mac's Tavern, Kilkenny's, The Office, Cru, and Boozie's for additional specials and outdoor tunes. Great River Brewery raises the roof during their Bix Copper Ale Tapping with live music from above and great drinks below! Across the way, Barrel House hosts their annual Bix Bash with performances by Minus Six and others.

But wait, there's more! Find local arts and crafts outside of Bucktown Center for the Arts from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Saturday. L&D 15 also hosts a Reception in honor of their new Art Exhibit by Brett Whitacre later that evening. Speaking of exhibitions, The Full Kit will display the work of local photographer, Harry Walker, during their Final Friday Exhibit tomorrow evening to kick off the weekend.

As if that's not enough, some incredible talent takes the Adler Theatre stage during Dancing with the Stars Live. This 90-minute, action packed show features exciting performances full of never-before-seen choreography and catchy tunes. While you're there, ask about the Adler's 2015-2016 Broadway Season. They've got quite a season up their sleeve!

We've officially reached the half-way mark to Christmas, and the German American Heritage Center is celebrating by hosting a Christmas in July Sale. Save early on heirlooms such as nutcrackers, ornaments, smokers, tree toppers, and more all handcrafted in Germany. Don't forget about the Historic Third Street Guided Tour every Saturday until August 15th.

See you downtown! For more events and activities, click here.

21 Jul 2015

Teens Can Explore the World of Cosplay July 30 at Rock Island Library

By Lisa Lockheart
Rock Island, IL: A Rock Island Public Library event for teens, ages 12 to 18, will explore the world of Cosplay, a hobby where participants dress up as characters from movies, books, and video games.

The library will host an "Epic Cosplay Night," on Thurs, July 30 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Main Library location, 401 19th Street. At the event, teens can wear costumes and take pictures with friends in the library photo booth. Attendees who are new to Cosplay can learn more about it, discover how to make costumes and accessories, and watch videos on the hobby.

A performance art originating in Japan, Cosplay is a combination of the words, costume and play. Cosplay events are common at fan conventions, with costumes ranging from simple to elaborate recreations of characters from Japanese manga and anime, science-fiction, movies, video games, TV, books and more.

The event is free and is for teens ages 12 to 18. For more information and additional events, visit the library's online branch at www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-READ, or follow the library on Facebook or Twitter.Printed event calendars are available at the Rock Island Main Library, 30/31 or Southwest Branches.

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