07 Nov 2017

LOCAL SURVIVORS AND ADVOCATES UNITE FOR NATION’S LARGEST LUNG CANCER AWARENESS EVENT

By Kelly Hendershot

Shine a Light on Lung Cancer Quad Cities to be Held on November 28, 2017 WHAT: The local lung cancer community is coming together for the 9thAnnual Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event. Gilda’s Club Quad Cities will join an anticipated 200 cities where Shine a Lights will be taking place in healthcare facilities this November for Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Join us to raise awareness around lung cancer as we honor those impacted by the disease. Awareness and educational material provided.

07 Nov 2017

History, Holiday Food Among Library Events for Adults This Week

By Lisa Lockheart

[Rock Island, IL:] Events for adults next week at Rock Island Public Library locations focus on local and national history, holiday cooking, and reformations in science. All of the following events are free and open to the public. For details, visit www.rockislandlibrary.org.

07 Nov 2017

Grassroots Advocacy Workshop

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – November 2017 –Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE Grassroots Advocacy workshop on Tuesday, November 14, 2017 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA). Your voice can make a difference! Advocates can take on many roles including looking out for the interests of loved ones going through treatment and speaking for an issue or cause that’s important to you.

02 Nov 2017

You’re Invited to Fill the Bowl! River Bend Foodbank hosts community event on December 10th

By Nancy Renkes

DAVENPORT, IOWA– Join River Bend Foodbank on Sunday, December 10th from 11 am to 3 pm. Enjoy a bowl of soup, bread and dessert. There will be children’s activities, a volunteer opportunity and raffle and silent auction items. Every dollar raised will go directly to feeding hungry families in our communities.

31 Oct 2017

The TaxSlayer Center WILL RAISE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TREE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST

By Lindsey Lobur
(Moline, IL - Oct. 31, 2017) -The TaxSlayer Center's annual Christmas tree is scheduled to arrive this Wednesday, Nov. 1st at approximately 1:45 p.m. The tree is being donated by Jeff and Pam Griffith of East Moline. The tree is approximately 30 - 35' tall and is a Douglas Fir.  Media is invited and encouraged to attend as the tree is raised.
 
31 Oct 2017

The Polar Express Pajama Parties Return to the Putnam for the 2017 Holiday Season

By Casey Levigne

Putnam Member Tickets on Sale Friday, Nov. 3

October 30, 2017 (Davenport, Iowa) – The beloved Quad-Cities’ family tradition –The Polar Express Pajama Parties – are back bigger and better than ever for this upcoming holiday season!

Ten showings of The Polar Express 3D take place during four events:

Thursday, Dec. 14: 5 – 7 pm with the movie at 6 pm

31 Oct 2017

"The Rise & Fall of the Federal Theater" of the WPA program

By The Institute for Cultural & Healing Traditions, Ltd

Independent Scholars’ Evenings.  Nov 2th. 2017 

7.00 p.m.

“ The Rise and Fall of  The Federal Theater”  of the WPA program

 In light of the current ‘Smart Meters’ controversy,  the play “ Power” which was instrumental in closing down the Federal Theater of the WPA program launched under FDR’s administration will be revisited.

The essay, published in the Georgia Weekly Post, and presented at the Chicago Writer’s Club will be reviewed.

30 Oct 2017

St. Ambrose Church Open House

By Ambrose Admin

MILAN, IL – November 2017 –St. Ambrose Catholic Church (312 West First Street) is celebrating the completion of its Restore & Renew project church and parish center renovations on Friday, December 1, 2017 from 5:00 – 8:00 pm with a community open house.

“We’re eager to show off our updated facilities,” said Fr. Charles Klamut, pastor at St. Ambrose. “We also want to welcome and show hospitality to our neighbors and build relationships for blessing the neighborhood.”

26 Oct 2017

Celebrate the Cookie Monster's Birthday - November 2, at Rock Island 30/31 Library

By Lisa Lockheart

[Rock Island, IL:] The Cookie Monster's official birthday is November 2, and the Rock Island Library is celebrating with a big birthday party.

26 Oct 2017

Loebsack Public Schedule for Friday, October 27

By Joe Hand

DAVENPORT – Speak at Jim’s Place Unveiling

WHO              Congressman Dave Loebsack

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