21 May 2015

LeClaire Memorial Day activities

By Cindy Bruhn
  1. Many LeClaire businesses are open on Memorial Day and we have some special ceremonies, too. Of special note is the final dedication of the Scott County Freedom Rock with completed lighting. There will be program and official lighting of the Rock at 8:30pm on May 25th. Details are below. Photos are available upon request.
  2. Monday, May 25: Memorial Day Services. 10:30am, Glendale Cemetery, 598 S 14th Street, LeClaire, IA. Veterans will place a wreath at the cemetery's flag memorial. 11am, Bridgeview Elementary School, 316 S. 12th St. A service will be conducted with LeClaire Councilman and Army Sgt First Class, Justin Graff, speaking and the Pleasant Valley 9th Grade Concert Band performing.
  3. Monday, May 25, 8:30pm: Lighting Dedication to celebrate the completion of the Scott County Freedom Rock. 8:30pm, south end of LeClaire Levee. A service will be conducted with LeClaire Councilman and Army Sgt First Class, Justin Graff and LeClaire Mayor, Bob Scannell speaking. The colors will be presented and there will be a prayer service and bagpipe performance. The completed Scott County Freedom Rock with landscaping will be lit for the first time.
  5. Monday, May 25: Many LeClaire Businesses are Open on Memorial Day!
  6. Shops - Antique Archaeology 10am-6pm, Artswork 10am-5pm, Aunt Hattie's 10:30am-5pm, Grace Home Furnishings 10am-5pm, Grasshoppers Noon-4pm, Isabel Bloom Noon-4pm, LeClaire Olive Oil Co. 10am-5pm, Mississippi Cottage Antiques 10am-4pm, Unique Recycled Creations & Gifts 10am-4pm.
  7. Food / Restaurants - Bierstube 10:30am-10pm/bar until midnight, Big Dave & Holly's 11am-9pm, Blue Iguana 11am-9pm, Crane & Pelican 11am-9pm, Happy Joe's 11am-9pm, Jones St Java House 8am-4pm, Riverview Roadhouse, 11am-?, The Shameless Chocoholic Noon-4pm.
  8. Attractions - Buffalo Bill Museum 9am-5pm, Mississippi River Distilling Co. 10am-5pm, Wide River Winery 11am-6pm.
  9. If you don't see your favorite listed here, please call them to check on their hours that day:
  10. http://www.visitleclaire.com/index2.html
21 May 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 5/22 - 5/28/2015

By QC Chamber
Join the Figge in CELLObrating the Quad City Symphony Orchestra's 100th anniversary throughout the week! 100 locally-painted cellos will be on display in the lobby Tuesday through Friday in honor of the QCSO. Stick around on Thursday to create and decorate costume accessories for this year's annual Art at Heart Gala. Get your tickets today for the June 5 event and start prepping for a unique night of food, drink, and art!
 Great River Brewery and Big River Bindery team up for a night of Prints and Pints at the German American Heritage Center next Thursday. Try your hand at Gutenberg's printing press technique by creating German dog inspired prints in honor of the GAHC's Wolf to Woof Exhibit. Be sure to check it out while you're there.
 Ride the Ferris Wheel, snack on hot dogs and popcorn, and cheer on your favorite minor league baseball team all week long! With home games every day, the Quad Cities River Bandits are ready to take on the Peoria Chiefs and Kane County Cougars. Enjoy fireworks at Friday's game, a bobble head giveaway on Saturday, and tons of other fun promotions at all week at Modern Woodmen Park.
 Four-piece roots rock band, The Bros. Landreth, bring their electric guitars, B3 organ, and harmonized voices to River Music Experience tomorrow night. Join RME again on Thursday as they host their first ever Songwriters' Showcase featuring four fantastic artists. Mark your calendars for the kick-off of this summer's Friday Live at 5 series set for Friday, June 5.
 Speaking of music, if you're looking for some great new albums, Ragged Records is the place for you. With CDs, LPs, 45s, PLUS promo and vintage concert posters, you're bound to find something just for you. The folks at Ragged Records buy quality used gear and albums too, so don't be shy- swing on down this week!

 

See you downtown! For more events and activities, click here.
21 May 2015

Niabi Zoo to Feature Princess and Pirate Day

By Marc Heinzman
Coal Valley, IL - May 20, 2015 - Niabi Zoo announced today that it will be holding Princess and Pirate Day on Saturday, May 23. The event will feature games as well as treasure and scavenger hunts. Niabi Zoo is encouraging kids to come to the Zoo dressed as either a princess or pirate as they join in on the fun.
Princess and Pirate Day will feature a variety of fun princess- and pirate-themed games such as "pin the kiss on the frog" and "walk the plank" for children of all ages to enjoy. New for 2015 will be an appearance from Princess Elsa and Princess Anna from the movie Frozen. "We introduced this event last year, and it was a huge hit," said Zoo director Marc Heinzman. "We're excited to expand it even more this year with some exciting additions, including a chance for kids to meet their favorite Frozen characters."
Niabi Zoo will also be offering a free gift to all children ages 12 and under who come to the Zoo dressed as a princess or pirate. All festivities will take place from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Niabi Zoo will be open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the last admission at 4:00 PM. Regular admission rates will apply.
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20 May 2015

News Release: Reveal Your Secret Identity at May 30 Costume Contest

By Lisa Lockheart

Reveal Your Secret Identity & Win with a Superhero Costume Contest at Rock Island Library

Rock Island, IL: Reading will be everyone's superpower this summer at the Rock Island Library, and if you already have a superhero secret identity, here's your chance to win. The library will host a superhero costume contest for children, teens, and adults as part of its Super-Powered Summer Kickoff on Saturday, May 30.

The Summer Reading kickoff takes place in the parking lot of the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. To participate in the free costume contest, check in at the event's registration table and line up no later than 11:45 am. Families may compete as a superhero team, with prizes available in the children, teen, adult and family categories. There's no charge to enter the costume contest.

Summer reading registration and a variety of special events will be offered at the library from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, including:

  • A superhero training camp testing your feats of strength and skill by The Speed Attic and Quad City Wolfpack football players.
  • Meet and greet members of the Rock Island Police and Fire Departments, and learn about what they do for the community.
  • Free comics while they last from the Mellow Blue Planet and The ComiQ Rack stores.
  • Supersized bounce house and slide, face painting by Chuck Knudsen, balloon figures by Rick Eugene, superhero selfies, caped caricatures by Draw Me Bill and kids' games ranging from super-villain bowling to a parachute POWer throw.
  • Free hot dogs, chips and water, courtesy of sponsor Sedona Technologies.
  • Kona Ice will be available for sale, with proceeds benefitting the library.

Scheduled events at the free kickoff include a drill team performance by Metro Youth at 11 am, and music by the 38th Street Birds band at 1:30 pm in the Main Library Community Room. Rock Islanders John and Kelli Stanford are the dynamic duo behind 38th Street Birds, playing fun music for parents and kids that includes folk pop, children's music and comic tunes.

All events are free and open to the public, with most activities offered inside in event of rain. Due to the supersized nature of this event, the library's 30/31 and Southwest Branches will be closed on Saturday, May 30 so branch staff can assist with the kickoff.

The library's Every Hero Has a Story for children and Escape the Ordinary teen and adult reading contests run from May 30 to July 18. The reading incentives and more than 60 free events for all ages help keep children, teens and adults active, productive and learning over the summer. Research from 1906 on shows that students who don't read and learn over the summer score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation than they do on the same tests at the beginning of the summer. (National Summer Learning Association.)

For more information about Rock Island Library services and programs, visit the library's online branch at www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-READ, or follow the library on Facebook or Twitter.

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Founded in 1872, the Rock Island Public Library provides resources to enhance personal achievement and stimulate through the Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches, community outreach efforts, and online opportunities.
20 May 2015

World Relief to host mile-long walk and festival honoring refugees

By Mia Anderson

Moline - World Relief, located in Moline, will host a mile long "Walk for Freedom" through Black Hawk Forest to raise funds for the organization. Directly following the walk will be a Cultural Festival celebrating cultural diversity with free carnival games, food and fellowship among refugees and locals. This event occurs on World Refugee Day and will honor refugees in the Quad Cities and all over the world.

The walk will take place on Saturday, June 20 at 11:00 am at the Singing Bird Center in Black Hawk Park. Any donations would be appreciated and for every $50 raised, walkers will receive a raffle ticket to enter into a drawing for prizes such as gift cards, authentic dinners for four from a local Iraqi and a Burmese family, and more! The Cultural Festival will occur from noon to 2:00 pm directly after the "Walk for Freedom". There will be free food and fun activities such as bounce houses, a dunk tank, piñata, water festival and tug of war!

World Relief Moline is a not-for-profit agency providing services to refugees and immigrants in Western Illinois and Eastern Iowa. World Relief's mission is to serve vulnerable populations in and through partnership with local churches, agencies, and the community-at-large. This event aims to celebrate hope, freedom, and survival while introducing refugees to locals from the community.

Please contact Kelly Stewart at kstewart@wr.org or (309) 764-2279 for more information on this event.  Visit our website events page for more information on this particular event at http://worldreliefmoline.org/walkforfreedom

20 May 2015

Moline Public Library Has It Going On...

By Jan LaRoche

Hero Movie Series

The Moline Public Library will host a Hero Movie Series on Fridays at 2:00 as part of the Summer Reading Program, staring June 12 and ending July 31. See the library for a list of movies to be shown. Popcorn will be provided. This program is free and open to all ages. No registration is required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at  http://www.molinelibrary.com.

Cupcake Wars

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 can participate in the Moline Public Library's Cupcake Wars on Monday, June 15 at 6:00 p.m. Decorate cupcakes in the style of your favorite superhero. Cupcakes will be judged on creativity and design. Compete in teams of up to three for a chance to win prizes. This program is free and open to ages 11 to 18. Registration is required. For more information, or to sign up, call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.

Superhero Live Clue

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 can participate in the Moline Public Library's Superhero Live Clue on Monday, June 29 at 6:00 p.m. Play a live version of the classic board game. Groups of up to five will compete for a chance to win prizes. This program is free and open to ages 11 to 18. Registration is required. For more information, or to sign up, call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.

Minecraft Night

Tweens and Teens ages 11 to 18 can participate in the Moline Public Library's Minecraft Night on Thursday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. Play classic Minecraft or the Xbox One version. Board games and Nintendo Wii will also be available. This program is free and open to ages 11 to 18. No registration is required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.

18 May 2015

Giraffe Calf to Make Public Debut

By Marc Heinzman

Coal Valley, IL - May 15, 2015 - Niabi Zoo announced today that its male giraffe calf, Genesis, will make his public debut on Tuesday, May 19.

The baby giraffe, which was born on February 10, has been kept off display by Niabi Zoo staff to allow him time to adjust to the new sights and sounds that came along with the Zoo opening to the public on March 23. The giraffe's name was announced in March as Genesis, named after Genesis Health Systems, which is a longtime partner of Niabi Zoo. "Once the Zoo opens, it's like an entirely different world for animals that have never been exposed to crowds, train whistles, and even just the outdoors," said Zoo Director Marc Heinzman. "Niabi Zoo in February, when Genesis was born, is a very different environment than Niabi Zoo in the spring and summer but he really seems to be adjusting well to everything that is new."

Shortly after being born, Genesis sustained a soft tissue injury to one of his legs after being accidentally stepped on by his mother, Mimi. Since that time, Niabi Zoo's veterinarian and the giraffe care staff have been monitoring his recovery, which is ongoing. "We're hopeful that Genesis makes a full recovery from his injury," said Heinzman. "An injury of this sort has the potential to affect his quality of life if it does not heal properly, but Genesis has been receiving the best possible care from Niabi Zoo's veterinarian and our expert staff." Niabi Zoo's veterinary staff have outfitted Genesis with a custom ankle brace to support his injured tendon, and he will be monitored closely as he increases his activity level while on public display.

Niabi Zoo is currently open from 10:00am to 5:00pm Monday - Saturday, and 11:00am to 5:00pm on Sunday. Last admission each day is at 4:00pm.

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15 May 2015

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 5/15 - 5/21/2015

By QC Chamber

Prepare yourself for the coming of The King in Concert this Saturday at the Adler Theatre. 2014 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Champion, Jay Dupuis, helps the audience relive the magic and mystique of Elvis during this spectacular show.  The Army's best talent make their way to the Adler tomorrow night for a FREE Soldier Show full of song and dance.

Right next door, the RiverCenter hosts the Metro Mini Makers Expo Friday and Saturday. This annual exhibition revolves around unique dollhouse miniatures and the like. This year's expo will also feature a Graceful Ladies Chair workshop, Kitchen Canning in a Jar class, and Cherry Wood Pie/Jelly Cupboard workshop.

As a sponsor for Camp Euforia 12, River Music Experience is hosting a showcase featuring your favorite local bands tomorrow evening. One band will win a chance to play at Camp Euforia 2015, so come on out to support and vote for your favorite! On Sunday, Third Sunday Jazz presents the Edgar Crockett Quintet as they cover songs from legendary jazz artists in the Redstone Room. Enjoy a FREE pre-party to the 2015 Summer Camp Music Festival on Wednesday, too, when Jakubi and Fire Sale perform.

Peruse artwork of elementary students at the Figge Art Museum from now until May 24. This weekend, the work of Geneseo students will be on display in the rotating Young Artists at the Figge exhibition. Make sure you take a look at the unique art found in the Danish Modern: Design for Living and Yuriko Yamaguchi exhbits while you still can.

What better way to fill your weekend than with activities that support local? Swing by the Freight House Farmers Market Saturday AND Sunday to grab fresh, delicious goodies from local farmers, artists, and bakers. Find more unique crafts over at Crafted QC or take advantage of the JumpOnIt Mobile deal for The Full Kit while you're in the area. Text JumpOnQC to 88678 to retrieve the coupon!

See you downtown! For more events, click here.
15 May 2015

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 05/15/2015

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

A Simpler Time - Old and New - Furniture and More Owner, Tammy Allen (formerly Primitive Cottage) 510 N. Cody Road, LeClaire.  Hrs: Monday -Closed, Tues & Thur -10-2, Wed.-Fri -Sat -10-5, Sunday 12-4. 563-289-1223

Kitzman Chiropractic and Acupuncture - Dr. Jay Kitzman - 1101 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. Dedicated to helping people regain and maintain control of their health through a holistic approach. 563-289-2166 http://www.kitzmanwellnesscenter.com/

Foxtail Hair Lounge - Owner, Holly Kitzman -1101 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. We believe in giving our customers the utmost care all the way down to smallest details. Services for men, women and children including haircare, facials and more. 563-289-2441 http://www.foxtailhairlounge.com/

CHAMBER NEWSLETTER

The June 2015 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. 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. No cost assistance in developing an advertisement is available through House of Print. If you would rather work with House of Print directly, send your ad to HouseofPrint@mchsi.com, and please copy LeClaireChamber@gmail.com Deadline was Wednesday, May 13th, 5:00 p.m.  May still be able to get your ad in if you send it by noon today! Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for SUMMER!

 

CALENDAR

 

May 16th - Registration open for the 2015 LIVEFIT WITH LUPUS Race & Festival www.livefitwithlupus.org/ Click on 'Register Now' and select between the 1/2 Marathon, the new 10k race, the 5k or the Kids 1 Mile Fun Run! Sign up now to get the early bird rates.

 

May 16th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center 127 S. Cody Road. Doors open at 6:30pm; Trivia starts at 7pm. 8-person teams; $10 per person. Everyone will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Mulligans are 10 for $10. Each team may bring its own snacks, beer, wine, and soft drinks. Proceeds to benefit the LeClaire 4H Clovers. Call Debbie at 563-349-4403 or email Smith5Grand@gmail.com to reserve a table.

 

May 16th - Sketch & Improv Comedy Show - Princeton Community Center - 7:30p.m. Adult humor - ages 18+ only. Pre-Party and Post-Party at Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill. Tickets $20 online www.princtonplayers.org

 

May 18th - Economic Development Meeting City Hall 8:00a.m.

 

May 22nd - Wide River Winery Live Music - 5-8p.m. Pieces of Candy

 

May 22nd - Bierstube Karaoke 9pm-1am. Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

May 26th - An Afternoon of Euchre at the Princeton Community Center. Meet at 11:30 to order lunch from Go Fish! or just arrive by 12:45 for Euchre. Coffee and dessert provided. We play until 3:00p.m.  Bonnie Sparks-Gray 563-332-5951 for more information. Sponsored by Zion Lutheran Church and others.

 

May 29th - Wide River Winery Live Music - 5-8p.m. Black Velvet Band

 

June 5th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8p.m.

 

June 5th - Wide River Winery Live Music - 5-8p.m. H.C. Wallace

 

June 5th-6th - City Wide Garage Sales

Go to http://www.visitleclaire.com/garage_sale_signup.html by May 22 to list your garage sale. Garage Sale Guides will be available online at www.visitleclaire.com, at the LeClaire Information Center (122 N. Cody Road), LeClaire Community Library, and LeClaire City Hall by May 31st.

 

June 12th - Wide River Winery Live Music - 5-8p.m. Lewis Knudsen

 

June 12th - Bierstube - Karaoke 9pm-1am. Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

June 13th - Kid Pickers Only Flea Market! 10am - 4pm

If your kids are between the ages 7-13 and have junk & collectibles to sell, don't miss the chance for them to be vendors at a real flea market just for KIDS! Fuel your child's interest in history, business, and collecting by letting them set up and vend their own booth at a real flea market just for kids. They will learn from each other, gain valuable experience, and have fun!

WHO: Kids aged 7-13 only!

WHAT: A real, live flea market for kids, by kids.

WHERE: LeClaire Levee 100 Front Street - LeClaire, IA

WHY: To encourage your kids' love of collecting, buying & selling, and to offer them a valuable true to life experience of being a picker!

HOW: Just click the link below to get your kids signed up today. Deadline: May 25, 2015.

https://kidpickerfleamarket.wufoo.com/forms/ze5p0r0hcehwd/Rain date is June 14.

Sponsored by Antique Archaeology LeClaire, Iowa

 

June 13th-21st - Buffalo Bill Museum is participating in Quad Cities' Museum Week. It started with an idea, and now nineteen Quad Cities museums are partnering to create an entire week of fun activities, special events and exhibits to showcase the vibrant history of our region. LeClaire's own Buffalo Bill Museum will hold Guided Tours of the Lone Star Steamboat (admission charged) June 13, 14 and 20, 21, Noon to 5 p.m.  On June 14, 2015, noon to 5p.m., the Buffalo Bill Museum will be partnering in a "Cody Trail Passport" program, admission charged. Enjoy a special, self-guided tour of four fascinating Iowa historic sites along the Cody Trail. Pick up a "Cody Trail Passport Self-Guided Tour" at any of the participating locations to plan your driving adventure. The tour includes the Buffalo Bill Museum in LeClaire, Buffalo Bill Cody Homestead in Princeton, and the Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village and Alexander Brownlie Sod House in Long Grove. Have your passport stamped at each location for a chance to win a gift basket filled with souvenirs from all four historic sites. Drop fully-stamped passport in an entry box at any location. For more information, contact the Buffalo Bill Museum, 199 N. Front Street, LeClaire, www.buffalobillmuseumleclaire.com Phone 563-289-5580.

 

June 19th - Wide River Winery Live Music - 5-8p.m. Whoozdads?

 

June 20th - All You Need Is Love Music Festival LeClaire Pavilion and several downtown businesses - Live Music and more!

 

June 21st - Bierstube Father's Day Brunch 7am- 1pm. Lunch menu at 11am

Adults (13+)- $13.95.  6-12 years old- $7.95. Kids 5 and under FREE

Bottomless mimosas available for $8 during breakfast!

 

June 22nd - Economic Development Meeting - City Hall - 8a.m.

 

June 26th - Wide River Winery Live Music - 5-8p.m. Black Velvet Band

 

June 26th - Bierstube - Karaoke 9pm-1am Special Late Night Menu until 1a.m.!

 

June 27th - French Market Day

 

SAVE THE DATE

 

July 18th - LeClaire High School Reunion For All Who Attended LeClaire Township Schools before 1960. Pleasant Valley Community School District High School Cafeteria, Belmont Road, Bettendorf, IA. Doors open 3p.m. Buffet Dinner, 5-7p.m. Program 7p.m. Commemorative T-Shirts - $10.00. $18 per person. Reservations Required. Guests Welcome! Contact Marie Spinsby, 563-289-4588.

 

FYI

 

Bierstube -

Summer Kitchen Hours

Sunday- 7am-10pm

Monday- Thursday 10:30am-10pm

Friday- 10:30am-12am

Saturday- 7am-12am

Karaoke every 2nd & 4th Fridays from 9pm-1am.

New Late night Happy Hour 9pm-1am!

Late night Menu available 9pm-12am!

 

Join Crane & Pelican Café every Thursday evening from 5-9pm for Sliders & Suds. For $10, you get three gourmet sliders with their house made chips, and for $5 you get three 8 oz. sample pours of beer!

 

Faithful Pilot - April, May, June, July, and August

Mondays - Half Priced Martini's

Tuesdays - Tequila Tuesday $5.00 unique, and interesting tequila cocktails for $5.00

Wednesday - Half Priced Bottle of Wine Night

Thursday - $1.00 Oysters & Buckets of Beer on the patio

Saturday - Saturday Brunch 11-2 - yes Brunch is back at The Pilot on Saturdays!

Sunday - reserved for wine tastings and private events.

 

Jones St. Java House has fresh, tasty wraps for lunch in addition to morning pastries, coffee, tea, and other beverages.

Go Fish Marina Bar & Grill Summer Dinner Specials have started! Monday: Burger Baskets Tuesday: Tacos - Wednesday: 50 cent Wings - Thursday: BBQ Ribs - All day Sunday: Jumbo Peel 'n Eat Shrimp

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.

 

The Ascentra Credit Union Foundation will host its first fundraising event with the Inaugural Paul Lensmeyer Golf Outing on Sept. 28, 2015 at the Rock Island Arsenal Golf Club. The event will include a four-person scramble, box lunch and awards reception following the golf outing. Register now by visiting following the golf outing link on the foundation website located at www.ascentra.org/foundation.  Following the link, people can register to golf and companies may also partake in special sponsorship opportunities are still available. For more information, please contact Event Coordinator Ally Herr at 563-344-2279 or email mktg@ascentra.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. Board Meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of each month, 8a.m. at LeClaire City Hall.

 

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

 

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Wednesday evening program: Halftime! For kids, 5-11 years old. It's half way through the week - and it's a time of fun for the kids. We meet from 5:30-7pm, every Wednesday - there is school, through May 6. We serve dinner, play games, have a lesson and a craft. Have your child join us for a week or two to see what we are doing. We are located across from Bridgeview Elementary School, at 200 South 12th street. For more information, call Pastor Melody at 563-381-7777.

 

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

 

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

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!

May 16th - Cars & Coffee - LeClaire Levee

June 5th-6th - City Wide Garage Sales

June 13th - Kid Picker's Flea Market (rain date, June 14th)

June 20th - All You Need Is Love Music Festival

June 27th - French Market Day

Tug Fest - August 13-15

 

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS - EVERYONE WELCOME!

June 9th - Big Dave and Holly's - Lunch - noon

July 14th - Blue Iguana - Lunch - noon

14 May 2015

Up, Up and Away for Summer Reading: Rock Island Library Hosts a Super-Powered Summer Kickoff on May 30

By Lisa Lockheart
Rock Island, IL: Reading will be everyone's superpower this summer, with "Every Hero Has a Story" and "Escape the Ordinary" summer reading and events at the Rock Island Library.

The library leaps into its campaign to beat summer learning loss with a Super-Powered Summer Kickoff on Saturday, May 30 at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. The free summer carnival saves the day for family education and fun with summer reading registration and prizes for all ages, special events, and superhero activities from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Main Library parking lot.

If you're willing to reveal your own secret identity, sign up for the event's superhero costume contest for all ages at noon. To enter, just check in at the registration table, and line up no later than 11:45 am. There's no charge to enter, and prizes will be awarded to children, teens and adults. Other scheduled events include a drill team performance by Metro Youth at 11 am, and music by the 38th Street Birds band at 1:30 pm in the Main Library Community Room. Rock Islanders John and Kelli Stanford are the dynamic duo behind 38th Street Birds, playing fun music for parents and kids that includes folk pop, children's music and comic tunes.

Kickoff attendees can also discover their own superpowers with help from the superhero athletic trainers of The Speed Attic and Quad City Wolfpack football players. Representatives from the Rock Island Police and Fire Departments will be on hand to show that not every hero wears a cape. Guests can also pick up free comics while they last from the Mellow Blue Planet and The ComiQ Rack stores of Rock Island. Other free activities for the whole family include a supersized bounce house and slide, face painting, balloon animals, superhero selfies, caped caricatures by Draw Me Bill and kids' games ranging from super-villain bowling to a parachute POWer throw. Hot dogs and chips will be provided, courtesy of sponsor Sedona Technologies. Kona Ice will be available for sale.

Activities will move inside the library in the event of rain. All events are free and open to the public. Due to the supersized nature of this event, the library's 30/31 and Southwest Branches will be closed on Saturday, May 30 so branch staff can assist with the kickoff.

Rock Island Library Every Hero Has a Story for children and Escape the Ordinary teen and adult reading contests run from May 30 to July 18. The reading incentives and more than 60 free events for all ages help keep children, teens and adults active, productive and learning over the summer. Research from 1906 on shows that students who don't read and learn over the summer score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation than they do on the same tests at the beginning of the summer. (Source: National Summer Learning Association.)

For more information about Rock Island Library services and programs, visit any Rock Island Library or the library's online branch at www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-READ, or follow the library on Facebook or Twitter.

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Founded in 1872, the Rock Island Public Library provides resources to enhance personal achievement and stimulate through the Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches, community outreach efforts, and online opportunities.

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