MOLINE, IL - WQPT, Quad Cities PBS will host a sneak preview of "Coming Back with Wes Moore" from noon-1:30 p.m. May 29 at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center in Bettendorf, Iowa. The program is a signature event in the WQPT "Embracing Our Military" initiative.

The event, which is open free to the public, will engage the community in a discussion on some of the most difficult questions related to returning from war. Light refreshments will be served and reservations are encouraged by contacting BE-Brasel@wiu.edu

"Coming Back with Wes Moore" is a three-part documentary tells personal stories of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans as they struggle to reintegrate into society.

In the series, which will air on WQPT at 7 p.m. in three parts on Wednesdays, May 21, 28 and June 4, Moore takes viewers with him into the personal lives of different soldiers as they attempt to reintegrate into society, establish new identities and?for many?find a new mission.

"We want to better humanize re-integration by taking the audience into the lives of these men and women as they return from war," said Moore, who is an Army combat veteran. "I want to make sure people understand these stories and who these people are who are coming back from combat."

Over the course of three episodes, "Coming Back"  follows Moore into the lives of Army Sgt. Andy Clark of Denver, CO; Army Sgt. Bobby Henline of San Antonio, TX; Army Reserve Staff Sgt. Letrice Titus of Syracuse, NY; Army National Guard Sgt. Brad Farnsley of Fort Knox, KY; Earl Johnson of Baltimore, MD; Air Force Staff Sgt. Stacy Pearsall of Charleston, SC; Army National Guard Lt. Col. and Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth of Schaumburg, IL; Army Sgt. Brian "Taylor" Urruela of Tampa, FL; and husband and wife Marine Sgt. Christopher Phelan and Air Force Capt. Star Lopez of Los Angeles, CA.

Local funding for WQPT's "Embracing Our Military" initiative comes from UnityPoint Health - Trinity and RIA Federal Credit Union, and from CBS4, Dispatch/Argus, WOC, WLLR, WVIK and Western Illinois University-QC

To learn more about the WQPT "Embracing Our Military" initiative visit wqpt.org/embracing.  WQPT is a media service of Western Illinois University.

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DAVENPORT, IOWA -The Davenport Jaycees, a young professionals service organization, and WQPT-Quad Cities PBS, a public media service of Western Illinois University are teaming up for the Quad City Classic - Brew Ha Ha in September.

As part of a collaborative agreement, operations of Brew Ha Ha will transfer to the Davenport Jaycees immediately. Brew Ha Ha has been hosted by WQPT since 2000 to raise funds for children's programming.

"We have been looking to expand our educational outreach activities and turning Brew Ha Ha over to the Jaycees allows us to focus on our mission of educational outreach for children and families," WQPT Chief Development Officer Jamie Lange said. "The Davenport Jaycees is a well-respected, established non-profit organization who shares our mission of education and supporting children and families. The partnership is ideal."

Brew Ha Ha proceeds will continue to benefit WQPT's children's program and will expand to include other charitable initiatives of the Jaycees.

"Brew Ha Ha is a wonderful community event," Davenport Jaycees President April Boyer said. Expanding its reach under our direction will give us an opportunity to continue supporting WQPT but also other great community organizations that fit within the Jaycees mission."

"As a young professional group that is focused on service and growing our leadership skills, this event and its mission fits us well," Davenport Jaycees President April Boyer said. "We are honored that WQPT asked to partner with us and it demonstrates the value of young leadership who want to support their communities."

The partnership between the two organizations will continue through other projects as well.

"As a result of this partnership, the Davenport Jaycees will help WQPT invest in a new children's project to be held in the spring 2015 so it's really exciting," said Boyer.

About Brew Ha Ha: Brew Ha Ha, an annual tradition in the Quad Cities will be held Saturday, September 20 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. in LeClaire Park. The tasting event features more than 200 beers and includes a Cabot cheese tasting. The event also includes live music, comedy and games.

Tickets will be available in July at davenportjaycees.com. Tickets are $30 in advance/$35 at the gate. Attendees are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance as limited tickets are available as this event has sold out in the past.

About the Jaycees: The Davenport Jaycees aim to build personal and professional relationships by work together on projects to strengthen and grow the Quad-Cities community. Currently celebrating their 80th year, the Davenport chapter is one of the oldest chapters in the state of Iowa and has grown to include young professionals from both sides of the Mississippi River. They pride themselves on blending social opportunities with service - like planning the annual Bridal Expo that raises funds for charitable initiatives.

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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

LeClaire Vacation Rentals - Scott Gelande, Owner - Offering rental of a furnished 2 bedroom home on the banks of the Mississippi River. Enjoy our River Cottage while basking in the activities that surround our river town! Enjoy shopping, fishing, and bring your boat for a day on the water! Then relax for a barbeque on the patio and watch the River flow by! www.leclairevacationrentals.com

Dennis and Trina Gendron are now the owners of McDonald's in LeClaire!  Congratulations, and welcome!

Nathan and Elyce Billany are new to LeClaire and have joined as individuals!  Welcome!

CALENDAR

May 16^th - Wide River Winery LeClaire - Music on the Mississippi Jordan Danielsen, 5-8 p.m.

May 16^th - Bierstube Karaoke 9pm-1am

May 17^th - Go Fish "Kick off to Summer" Party! Live music by Keep off the Grass on the outdoor patio from 7-11pm. Princeton.

May 17^th - Trivia Night Benefiting the LeClaire Lions Club LeClaire Civic Club. Doors open 6:30pm; game starts 7pm. $10 per person.  Bring your own, or purchase refreshments.

May 18th - Faithful Pilot Spring Wine Tasting 3-5 p.m. $15.00 per person

May 19th - Economic Development Meeting - City Hall - 8:00 a.m.

May 19th - Faithful Pilot VINO VASO A glass to paint and to drink.  $40.00 per person. Wine glass, cheese, crackers, one complimentary glass of wine, and painting! 6:00 p.m. Reservations -Vino Vaso's Facebook page.

May 20^th - First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire - Women's Mini-Retreat 9:30 am to 12 noon, cost $6.Call Pastor Melody, 563-381-7777.

May 23^rd - Wide River Winery LeClaire - Music on the Mississippi Olivia Dvorak, 5-8 p.m.

May 23^rd - Bierstube - Live Music The Old 57's 9pm-1am

May 24^th - Bierstube Karaoke 9pm-1am

May 26th - Faithful Pilot Closed for Memorial Day

May 27^th - The Riverboat Twilight will begin the 2014 Cruise Season. Cruises will depart every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday through the end of October.

May 30^th - Wide River Winery LeClaire - Music on the Mississippi Pieces of Candy, 5-8 p.m.

May 30^th - Bierstube Karaoke 9pm-1am

Save the Date

June 6^th - First Friday in LeClaire 5-8 p.m.

June 15^th - Bier Stube - Fathers' Day Brunch - 10am-1pm

June 21^st - Buffalo Bill Museum - Annual John Boesch Memorial Golf Outing 8 a.m. Clinic with Golf Pro Matt Boesch. Shotgun Start 9 a.m. Olathea Golf Course, LeClaire IA.  $65/person, includes cart and lunch. Hole prizes, Silent Auction. Don't golf? Join us for lunch $7! Call the museum today to reserve your place in this annual fundraiser! 563-289-5580.

Serving the Community and Beyond

First Children's Finance and Scott County Kids will recognize Kiddie Karrasel Academy of LeClaire in celebration of the accomplishments of the child care businesses participating in the Scott County Growth Fund Program. Other local schools, preschools and day care centers will also be honored at Isle of Capri on May 6^th by invitation only. Congratulations Kiddie Karrasel Academy!

FYI

The LeClaire Tourism Board is now seeking applications for individuals interested in filling an upcoming vacancy on the Tourism Board representing retail. Board applications are available at City Hall during regular business hours or may be downloaded from the City's website (home page, left-hand side). For this upcoming vacancy consideration, completed applications and any accompanying information must be received at City Hall no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2014. Any and all applications timely received will be reviewed by the Board and a decision will be made on June 2, 2014. Board position to begin on July 1, 2014. If anyone has any questions or if you need further information, please feel free to contact Cindy Bruhn at info@visitleclaire.com.

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

The Riverboat Twilight will begin the 2014 Cruise Season May 27th.  Cruises will depart every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday through the end of October.  It is with honor and pleasure that the Twilight has called LeClaire her home port for the past 27 years.  Over the years we have had the unique opportunity of introducing 140,000 plus visitors to the many wonderful shops, restaurants and attractions the City of LeClaire has to offer. We look forward to another successful season.

Riverbend Signworks The latest version of The Updater (by the Riverbend Business Strategists) is now published.  This edition is all about FEEDBACK.

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August 10^th - LeClaire Community Night, Modern Woodman Ball Park. Game time 5:00pm, River Bandits/Beloit Snappers. Mayor Bob Scannell will throw first pitch! A night to celebrate businesses and folks of Leclaire. Awards or special on-field recognition can be done followed by short video on mega-tron highlighting special places and faces in LeClaire filmed the week before. Businesses or groups interested in participating may contact Amanda Henzen, Account Executive and Director of Merchandise 563.333.2729 amandah@riverbandits.com

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.

PROPERTY LISTINGS

Commercial Property Available - 1295 and 1297 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Sale or Lease/Purchase - 204 Jones St. - Call 563-370-2386 for more information. Will show by appointment. Commercially zoned only.

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 - Farmer's Market - Every Saturday, 3-6 p.m. on the LeClaire Levee

June 6-7 - City Wide Garage Sales

June 21 - Buffalo Bill Museum Golf Outing - Olathea Golf Course

August 2 - 27^th Annual Heartland British Auto Fest

August 7-9 - Tug Fest

October 12- Apple Fest

December - Christmas in LeClaire

Chamber Networking Events - Everyone Welcome!

June 10th - Go Fish - evening 5:30-7pm

July 8th - Big Dave and Holly's - lunch - noon

August 12th - McDonald's - breakfast 8:00am

September 9th - Steventon's - evening 5:30 -7pm

October 14th - Faithful Pilot - lunch- noon

November 11th - Bier Stube - lunch - noon

December 9th - Subway - lunch - noon

Rock Island, IL: With more than 86 events on the summer schedule, reading "goes to the dogs and cats" at Rock Island Public Libraries from June 2 to Aug. 2, with Paws to Read Summer Reading contests, education and fun for all ages.

Pets will get their chance to "raise a paw for reading" with a costumed pet parade in the library parking lot at 1:00 pm on  Saturday, June 7.

The parade is part of an afternoon full of activities for all ages, including summer reading registration, hourly prize drawings, a children's bounce house, games, face-painting, walk-around magic, chalk art, free hot dogs and pop, and special presentations, including the pet parade and a K-9 police dog demo from the Rock Island Police Department. Events run from noon to 3:00 pm on Saturday, June 7. In case of rain, most events will move inside.

Pet owners are asked to register their pets now for the costumed pet parade, which is open to any pet with paws. Pets must be on a leash or be carried in a secure carrier to participate in the parade. Entry forms are available at Rock Island Public Libraries, or via the library website at the Summer@ Your Library menu. Prizes will be awarded for best reading theme, best pet-owner match and most original entry. Entries should be returned to Rock Island Libraries by May 31.

Registration and entry forms for the library's summer reading contests for children, adults and teens will be available starting June 2. Summer events include a June 4  "The Fault in Our Stars" celebration for teens and adults, Teen Robot Building, Mini-Golf and Survival Day events for ages 12 to 18, and lifelong learning events, including a Know Your iPad or tablet event on June 3 and a late-night Star Gazing program for ages 12 and older on June 27.

For more information about Rock Island Summer Reading, visit any Rock Island Main, 30/31 or Southwest Branches, go to www.rockislandlibrary.org call 309-732-READ (7323.)

Founded in 1872, the Rock Island Public Library serves the area through three locations, which include the Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches, community outreach efforts, and online opportunities that provide resources to enhance personal achievement and stimulate the imagination.