01 Sep 2017

Illiniwek Forest Preserve to host Tipi Gathering Sept. 29-30

By Brianna Aust

HAMPTON, Ill. (Aug. 29, 2017) – A group of seven tipis will be on display at Illiniwek Forest Preserve Sept. 29 and 30 for a Tipi Gathering designed to provide a glimpse at life of the great plains Native American culture.

The free, educational event will feature music, storytelling, drum circles and dancing. The tipis will also be available for the public to tour.

30 Aug 2017

Craft Café for Adults at the Davenport Public Library

By Michael Priest

You are invited to join us at the Davenport Public Library for a monthly craft program for adults. Meet us at 2:00pm on the third Saturday of the month beginning September 16 at Fairmount (3000 Fairmount Street) for lots of crafty fun! The lineup of upcoming crafts includes:

September 18 – Butterfly Jars

October 21 – Wycinanki (Polish Paper Craft)

November 18 – Card Making

30 Aug 2017

World War I Lecture Series at the Davenport Public Library

By Michael Priest

As part of the centenary observance of the end of World War I, the Davenport Library will host a series of lectures discussing pivotal events of the War to End All Wars. The first in this series, “The Zimmerman Telegram and the US Entry into the War” will be held at Eastern (6000 Eastern Avenue) on Wednesday, September 13 at 2:00pm.

30 Aug 2017

Loebsack to Bring “Iowa First” Tour to Quad Cities

By Joe Hand

Tour will highlight issues including fighting for education, rural communities and working families

29 Aug 2017

Special Theme for 2017 Rock Island Labor Day Parade

By Linda Mohr

The 33rd annual Rock Island Labor Day Parade is scheduled on Monday, September 4, 2017, starting at 9:30 a.m. Over 120 entries have registered to participate in what is an annual celebration of the City of Rock Island and the surrounding community.

28 Aug 2017

Woof, Wag and Wine 2017

By Executive Director

Who:  Calling all dog lovers!

  What:  A relaxing day at the winery

Where:  Fireside Winery

             1755 P Avenue

              Marengo, Iowa

 When: Sunday September 10, 2017 from 1:00-5:00  

   Why: To enjoy a beautiful day at the vineyard while raising money to help save lives!

28 Aug 2017

Open House to be held at Rock Island National Cemetery on Oct. 4

By Eric Cramer

What: Open House that will include Historical Tours of the Cemetery, Discussion on Veteran Benefits and PreNeed Eligibility, Military Honors and Committal Service information, and tour of casket (crypt) section, columbarium, and cemetery equipment

Who: Staff of Rock Island National Cemetery, VBA representative, Vet Center Representative, Honor Guard, Bugler

When: Wednesday, October 4th, 2017 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm

28 Aug 2017

“Apple-y Ever After” Storytime at the Davenport Public Library!

By Michael Priest

Join us for Saturday Storytime at the Davenport Library! This month’s theme is “Apple-y Ever After”, all about apples and harvesting. There will be stories, songs and a fun craft! Join us at Fairmount (3000 Fairmount Street) on Saturday September 16 at 10am for lots of apple-y fun!

28 Aug 2017

Hug-A-Book, Make Some Art! Early Learning Event for Ages 5 and Under Thursday, Aug. 31

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: The Rock Island Public Library's Hug A Book program series will offer a special early learning art event  this Thursday for ages five and under.

28 Aug 2017

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Friday Announcements - 08/25/2017

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

WELCOME NEW MEMBER!

Daffodil Row – 217 N. Cody Rd, LeClaire. Mary Hotard, owner/operator. Women’s clothing & accessories boutique. 563-823-5580

 

CHAMBER NETWORKING EVENTS – EVERYONE WELCOME!

September 12th – Evening - 5:30 - Steventon’s

October 10th – Lunch – noon - Crane & Pelican

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