(Rock Island, IL) - Employees of Royal Neighbors of America will present more than 300 Baskets of Hope to social service agencies that serve women of the Quad Cities. The baskets were created as part of Royal Neighbors' observance of Make A Difference Day, the largest national day of community service which was on Oct. 25.

The baskets will be delivered on Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Monday, Nov. 3. The baskets are filled with personal care and household items as well as inspirational books to help empower women as they build a better life.

Delivery schedule, Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014:

9:30 a.m.: Dress for Success Quad Cities®, 311 E. 2nd Street, Davenport

3 p.m.: Winnie's Place; call (309) 764-9466 for address

Delivery schedule, Monday, Nov. 3, 2014

10:30 a.m.: Humility of Mary Shelter, Inc., 1016 W. 5^th Street, Davenport

1 p.m..: Project NOW, 418 19^th Street, Rock Island

3 p.m.: Family Resources, 2800 Eastern Avenue, Davenport

Royal Neighbors of America, one of the nation's largest women-led life insurance organizations, empowers women to meet the needs of their families with annuities and life insurance products such as whole life, term, final expense, and universal life. One of the most financially secure insurance carriers in the industry, it has the financial strength and stability to ensure its nearly 200,000 members are protected when the expected, and unexpected, happen. In addition to insurance products, Royal Neighbors provides member benefits at no additional cost which currently include scholarship opportunities, health and retail discounts, and participation in volunteer activities that give back to communities through the organization's local chapters. Royal Neighbors' philanthropic efforts are dedicated to changing women's lives through its national programs, including the Nation of Neighbors Program^SM, and through the Royal Neighbors Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity.

Churches United of the Quad City Area is very happy to confirm that the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will arrive in Davenport on December 5, 2014, at 1:45 p.m., in support of our Hunger Ministry.

Included in this event will be hot chocolate & cookies, goodie bags for the children, local entertainment, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will make an appearance between noon and 1:30! Please come early and enjoy the festivities, while we wait for the train!

The entertainer arriving on the Holiday Train this year is Kira Isabella, Juno (comparable to U.S. Grammy)-nominated country music artist, who performed on Carrie Underwood's Blown Away Tour. She also won the 2013 CCMA (Canadian Country Music Award) for Female Artist of the Year!

For information on this event, please contact Anne Wachal or Thea Hansen at Churches United, 563-332-5002.

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CHAMBER NEWSLETTER - DECEMBER 2014!

The December 2014 Chamber Newsletter will soon be in production to be delivered to Every Business and Home within the 52753 zipcode before Thanksgiving!

Advertising rates remain: 1/8 page: $75; ¼ page: $100; ½ page: $125; full page: $250. Just send your ad information to LeClaireChamber@gmail.com, and we will forward it on to House of Print for you. Many of you signed up for each 2014 1/4ly issue and will get your 10% discount and may update your ad for December! Please let us know if you want changes to the ad you ran in September, 2014, or confirm you would like the same ad. 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 November 7th, 5:00 p.m. Chamber Members - Get the word out about your business or events and be ready for the Holidays!!

RIBBON CUTTING!

November 7^th - Jones Street Java House Come help us celebrate the opening of the Java House and enjoy wonderful pastries, coffees, lattes and more! 204 Jones St., LeClaire. Time to be announced.

CALENDAR

October 31^st - Wide River Winery - Live Music 5-8p.m. Travis Hosette

October 31^st - Trick or Treat!  LeClaire 6-8p.m.

November 7th - Jones Street Java House Come help us celebrate the opening of the Jones Street Java House and enjoy wonderful pastries, coffees, lattes and more! 204 Jones St., LeClaire. Time to be announced.

November 7^th - First Friday in LeClaire 5-8p.m.

November 11^th - "Coffee and Conversation" Princeton Community Center Free event Veteran's Day, 8 -10a.m. Board members will welcome all residents of Princeton and surrounding communities to join them for free coffee and good conversation. Princeton Police will give a ten minute report of safety issues in our local community. The Community Center Board encourages everyone to take a few minutes to honor our Veteran's with your friends and neighbors at the Princeton Community Center "Coffee and Conversation". The Princeton Community Center, also known as the Boll's Building, was built in 1908 and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

November 15^th - Zion Lutheran Church, Princeton - 10^th annual Harvest Feast Celebration 4:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Dinner features all homemade menu of beef stew, apple sauce, breads, pies and a variety of desserts and drinks. Cost is $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children ages 5 to 10. Children under 4 are free. Silent auction, free wine tasting, live auction at 6 p.m., and children's activities.

November 17^th - Economic Development Meeting LeClaire City Hall - 8.a.m.

November 19th - Funding your Paycheck in Retirement - Charles Schwab Davenport Branch, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300 Davenport, IA Presented by Eric Johannes CFP - 10 a.m. Reservations online schwab.com/davenport or call 563-275-3663.

November 29^th - Small Business Saturday!

SAVE THE DATE

December 5^th - First Friday in LeClaire - 5-8p.m.

December 5^th-7^th - Christmas in LeClaire!

Friday, Dec. 5, 10am-8pm. Craft bazaars, bake sales, silent auction. 5:30-8pm First Friday food, drink, and shopping specials at participating businesses.

Saturday, Dec. 6, 10am-8pm. Breakfast with Santa from 8-10am. Santa's Playhouse noon-3pm. Free trolley rides, craft bazaars, bake sales, chainsaw carver, old-time craft demonstrations, Santas from Around the World, musicians, and carolers. 5:30-8pm First Saturday (similar to First Friday).

Sunday, Dec. 7, 10am-4pm. Crafts and silent auction at the Civic Center. Free trolley rides, craft bazaars, bake sales, and chainsaw carvings will be auctioned off.

Great Christmas shopping and dining at local shops and restaurants! For more information, contact Diane at 563-370-3509.

FYI

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 4^th Tuesday of each month, 8a.m. at LeClaire City Hall. The October meeting will be held, however, on October 22^nd.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

The Lions Club of LeClaire is involved in many various community improvement projects and programs. The Club has made donations to the LeClaire Police Department, LeClaire and Princeton Fire Departments, LeClaire Library, Levee improvements, Parks and Recreation, and more, and they provide a $1,000 college scholarship to a local Pleasant Valley high school student every year. They have offered financial support for the Freedom Rock project. They also assist those in the community in need of glasses and hearing aids.  If you are interested in membership with the LeClaire Lions Club, please contact any member listed on our roster at www.iowalions.org/cgi-bin/clubrosterlist.pl?207 They are probably people you know in our community right now!

Riverbend Signworks is holding a banner contest for non-profits, charitable and other worthy organizations.  Free Banner to the group selected!!! http://riverbendsignworks.com/giveaway/

LeClaire Community Library SHIIP Medicare Enrollment Assistance. A representative from SHIIP will be here on Oct. 14th, Oct. 28th, November 4th, and November 18th from 12-3pm to answer any questions community-area seniors may have regarding Open Enrollment for Medicare. SHIIP is a service of the State of Iowa. All services are free, confidential and objective.

First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire Men's group Saturday at 7:30 am at church; there are donuts, coffee, discussion and Bible Study, plus really great guys! What more could you ask?

LeClaire Information Center Volunteers Needed! Contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com or 563-650-7963 to volunteer.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property for Sale 613-617 N Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Description: 0.64 acres of development land available on Cody Road.  This "ready to build" property is located on a high ground lot with an exceptional view of the river.  Possibility for a dock installation with city inceptives possible.  Land could be developed for multi-family, condo, possible office or mixed use.  For more information, please contact Jeff R. Heuer, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jheuer@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5107. Website Link for More Information:  http://www.ruhlcommercial.com/Page/Property.aspx?mls=7030973

Commercial Property for Sale Cody Road, LeClaire IA 52753. Description: Price recently reduced on this great Riverfront Development opportunity located on the main shopping corridor in downtown LeClaire.  Strong market for retail and apartments or condominiums.  Lot totals 0.28 acres (180' X 70').  For more information, please contact John G. Ruhl, NAI Ruhl Commercial Company, jruhl@ruhlcommercial.com, Office: 563-355-4000, Direct: 563-823-5126. Website Link for More Information: http://www.ruhlcommercial.com/Page/Property.aspx?mls=7031174

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

Park Run Apartments/Newbury Living complex - 1, 2, & 3 Bedrooms Available - 1701 Iowa Drive, LeClaire, Iowa 52753. 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 more information today!

LeClaire Events Coming Up!

May-Oct - LeClaire Riverfront Farmers' Market - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee

October 31 - Trick or Treat - 6-8p.m.

November 7 - First Friday in LeClaire

December 5 - First Friday in LeClaire

December 5-7 - Christmas in LeClaire

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

November 11th - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

Spooky Book Signing