08 Jan 2014

Be a Tourist with a Weekend of Discounts Jan. 17-20

By QCCVB

Be A Tourist in your own backyard weekend, January 17th through 20th.

Discover the Marvels of the Mississippi!  Make a weekend of it!

Coupons for over 50 local attractions and hotels and businesses.

Visit us online at www.visitquadcities.com for details.

08 Jan 2014

Wessels Sherman Announces 2014 Labor & Employment Law Power Seminar

By Jennifer Lage

Wessels Sherman announces a seminar entitled "2014 Labor & Employment Law Power Seminar: Don't Gamble When it Comes to Workplace Law - Stack the Odds in Your Favor!"  The seminar wil be held on Friday, May 2, 2014 at Jumer's Casino & Hotel in Rock Island, Illinois.

Joseph H. Laverty, Managing Shareholder of the Davenport office, stated, "This fantastic seminar has been designed to include topics to assist employers, supervisors, and business advisors with the most challenging workplace issues."

The key seminar topics include hiring; firing; independent contractor status; ObamaCare; overtime; reasonable accommodation under the ADA; union issues; leave under the FMLA and ADA; release agreements; work comp; marijuana and conceal and carry gun laws; workplace violence; background checks; and I-9 audits.

Registration/continental breakfast is from 7:30 a.m. until 8:15 a.m. and the program will be from 8:15 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.  The cost is $175 for the first person, $125 for each additional person from the same company. Valuable handouts are provided for each attendee. This program has been approved for 6.75 (General) HR Certification Institute credits. Up to 8.0 CPE credits will be available for this event.  This program has also been approved for CLE hours: Federal (5.50); Iowa (5.5 - includes ethics) and Minnesota (5.50).  CLE credits will be applied for in the following states: Illinois and Wisconsin.

Please call or e-mail Legal Assistant Jennifer Lage to reserve a space at (563) 333-9102 or jelage@wesselssherman.com. Easy registration is also available at www.wesselssherman.com.

Wessels Sherman is a management-side labor and employment law firm with a nationwide client base. The firm has five offices throughout the Midwest: St. Charles, IL; Chicago, IL; Davenport, IA; Minnetonka, MN; and Oconomowoc, WI.

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07 Jan 2014

Enjoy a Midwinter Knights' Read!

By Lisa Lockheart

Winter Reading Program at the Rock Island Public Library, Jan. 21 to March 1

Rock Island, IL: Knights, princesses, dragons, kings, and queens are invited to storm the reading castle with the Midwinter Knights' Read winter reading program from the Rock Island Public Library. The campaign to promote winter reading for fun and relaxation runs from Tuesday, Jan. 21 to Saturday, March 1 at all library locations.

 

Reading challenges are available for both children and adult readers. Children from pre-school to 6th grades can pick up a Midwinter Knights' Read reading log, with the goal to read either 12 books or for three hours of accumulated time. As an incentive for registering, children can pick up a pencil, bookmark and sticker with the reading log. Children who complete their reading goal will earn a book and bag.

To help get kids in the right fairy-tale mood, the library will host a Winter Reading party kick-off party at 2:00 pm on Saturday, Jan. 18 at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. The Knights & Dragons - It's "Joust" a Party event will include games, fun, crafts and more for children of all ages.

Other medieval themed family events include a Castles & Knights Storytime at 11:00 am, also on Jan. 18 at the Main Library, free children's movies at 1:00 pm on Friday, Jan. 17 and Feb. 14 at at the Rock Island Main Library, and dragon-themed storytimes during the week of Jan. 20 at the 30/31, Southwest and Main Library branches.

Adults ages 18 and up can participate in the reading program by completing one entry form for each adult book, eBook or audiobook completed during the Jan. 21 to March 1 challenge period. Only books read between the contest period should be counted. Entries will go into a random drawing for the grand prize of an Amazon Kindle Fire HD, or secondary prizes of gift cards and passes to restaurants, merchants and attractions.

Children's reading logs and adult reading challenge entries are due back to the library by 5:00 pm on Saturday, March 1. Forms will be available starting Tuesday, Jan. 21 at all Rock Island Library locations.

The library will be closed Monday, Jan. 20 for a staff in-service training day.

Winter reading prizes are sponsored by the Friends of the Rock Island Public Library.

For more upcoming library events, visit the library website at www.rockislandlibrary.org, follow Rock Island Library on Facebook or call 309-732-7323.

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06 Jan 2014

Wings of Life display takes visitors through the life stages of eagles

By Amber O'Brien

Bald Eagle Days exhibit presented by Modern Woodmen of America

From nesting to an empty nest, Modern Woodmen's new Wings of Life exhibit is designed to delight and inform eagle lovers of all ages. As guests interact with the activities, they'll learn about eagle families and their similarities to human families.

The 1,400-square-foot exhibit provides family friendly, interactive activities. Modern Woodmen has sponsored Bald Eagle Days for more the 25 years.

 

Friday, Jan. 10, 2014

4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

 

Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014

10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

 

Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 

QCCA Expo Center, 2621 - 4th Ave, Rock Island

 

Visual opportunities:

  • Children participating in interactive activities while learning about the life stages of bald eagles.

  • Volunteers assisting children at eagle-themed mini golf, coloring and glider stations.

  • A portrait station where families can take their free "Wings of Life" portrait.

  • Vibrant bald eagle photos and trivia signs

 

06 Jan 2014

Ralph de la Vega, President/CEO of AT&T Mobility, to Speak at Hispanic Chamber's Gala Event

By Randy Stalsberg
IA/IL QUAD-CITIES - Ralph de la Vega, President/CEO of AT&T Mobility, has been selected as the Keynote Speaker and Special Guest of the 2014 Annual Gala of the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC).
"We are honored to have Mr. de la Vega as our keynote speaker and special guest this year," said Lee Vasquez, Executive Director of the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. "On his path to success, he has encountered and overcome adversity along the way, and we look forward to the inspiring message he will share at this year's Gala."

The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC) has reached a milestone of five years of operations. The 2014 Annual Gala, 5th Year Anniversary Celebration, will be held 5:30 p.m. Sat., Jan. 18, 2014 at the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St., Bettendorf, IA. The theme for the evening is "Opportunities Realized." The 2014 Annual Gala is presented by State Farm.
The evening will be a celebration of the organization's accomplishments, members, and supporters. The event will feature entertainment, dinner, business awards, a silent auction, and networking with colleagues, clients, business leaders, community partners and GQCHCC members. Admittance for the event is $60 for non-members, $50 for members, and $45 for students. To find out more or to register for the event, visit www.gqchcc.com/2014Gala or call (309) 797-8650.
An Outstanding Career in Communications

Ralph de la Vega has held the position of President and CEO of AT&T Mobility since 2007. Under his leadership, AT&T Mobility has become one of the world's leading smartphone and mobile Internet providers and is expanding into new growth areas such as home security and automation; connected cars; and mobile payments. He is also the author of the best-selling book, Obstacles Welcome: Turn Adversity to Advantage in Business and Life (Thomas Nelson, 2009).
Mr. de la Vega previously served as chief operating officer of Cingular Wireless, with responsibility for technology planning, network operations, marketing, sales and customer care. Before joining Cingular in 2004, he served as president of BellSouth Latin America. He started his career in 1974 with BellSouth (then Southern Bell) as a management assistant.
A strong believer in community service, he supports nonprofit and youth organizations, serving as chairman of Junior Achievement Worldwide and chairman of All-Markets Initiatives for the Boy Scouts of America. In 2013, he was honored with the Boy Scouts' highest commendation - the Silver Buffalo Award - recognizing his distinguished service to youth.
Mr. de la Vega has received numerous leadership awards, including inductions into the Atlanta Business Hall of Fame and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund's Alumni Hall of Fame. He was featured in the HBO documentary, The Latino List, which profiles influential Latinos in America. In 2011, he received the Global Innovation Award from the business school at Emory University. Also, he serves on the boards of New York Life Insurance Company, the Georgia Aquarium, Morehouse College and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce.
Mr. de la Vega has a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and a master's degree in business administration from Northern Illinois University. He completed the Executive Program at the University of Virginia and received an honorary doctorate from FAU. A native of Cuba, Mr. de la Vega and his family live in Atlanta, GA.
For more information on the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit www.gqchcc.com or call (309) 797-8650.
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ABOUT THE GREATER QUAD CITIES HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:
The Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC) is the only organization in the Quad Cities created to address the specific needs of the Hispanic business community. The GQCHCC serves the Quad Cities and surrounding areas.
The mission of the GQCHCC is to support, promote and enhance the growth and success of local businesses, and to leverage the community's assets, contributions and unique Hispanic cultural identity to generate new business opportunities. The GQCHCC welcomes businesses, organizations, and individuals from any cultural background to join this community-minded organization.
In September 2012, the GQCHCC received national recognition as the winner of the 2012 Small Hispanic Chamber of the Year Award. The United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) celebrated three Hispanic chambers from across the nation for their accomplishments, contributions, and commitment to helping the Hispanic-owned businesses in their communities.
06 Jan 2014

American Cancer Society's Discovery Shop in Bettendorf is planning their annual It's Sumer Somewhere - A Cruise Wear Event Thursday, January 9th

By Rick Martin

We are ready to warm things up!  The Bettendorf Discovery Shop in Cumberland Square invites you to join them Thursday, January 9th as they debut their cruise wear collection.  Men's, Women's, and Children's swimwear, clothing of all kinds, shoes, accessories, and lots of fun things for your home will be waiting for you.    If you are planning a vacation, a cruise, or are just plain tired of your winter clothing; join us for a chance to purchase a wonderful fresh spring wardrobe.

 

The shop welcomes donations of gently used or new men's, women's and children's clothing, accessories, jewelry, collectibles, and items for the home.  Donations are accepted any time the shop is open and a tax receipt is always available.

 

The Discovery Shop is owned and operated by the American Cancer Society with the proceeds going for cancer research, education, patient services, and advocacy.  The shop is an upscale resale shop selling gently used items all donated by the community.  The shop is staffed with over 80 volunteers, but would be thrilled to have a few extra hands.  If you are interested in volunteering ask us about it next time you are in the shop.  All clothing is cleaned and ironed before it is sold.  All dry cleaning is donated by Burke Dry Cleaners.

 

Regular shop hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 5 pm, Thursday 10 am to 7 pm, and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm.
06 Jan 2014

LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Announcements - 01/03/2014

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

Saturday, February 1, 2014.  Chamber Annual Awards Dinner

Davenport County Club 25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley, IA

5:30-6:30 Cocktails (cash bar) and Silent Auction

6:30 Awards

7:00 Dinner

8:00 Live Auction

6-10 Music by Keep Off the Grass

Please RSVP by January 24 to First Central State Bank at 563-289-2265 or dmulvania@firstcentralsb.com $35 per person paid in advance. Make check payable to LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 35, LeClaire, IA 52753.  Casual Party Attire.  To donate for auction items, take items to First Central State Bank or email chamber for more information.

Time to Renew your LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Membership or Join for 2014! Go to www.leclairechamber.com to renew or join, or see the attached form to complete and return. Deadline to renew, February 1, 2014. Thank you for your membership!

CALENDAR

January 11th - LeClaire Recreation Center - Join us for Family Nights! 4:00-6:30pm, $2 per person; 3 and under free. Concessions available. Open gym and movie "Goonies" All movies start at 5:00 pm - www.leclairereccenter.com

Now thru Jan. 12th - Enright's LeClaire Super Car Wash - Annual Holiday Token Sale - 8 tokens for $30. Each token has a value of $6.50. Stop in for tokens and to register for weekly winners drawings! Tokens Make Great Gifts! Stock up for winter!

 

January 14th - Chamber Networking Lunch - Happy Joe's - LeClaire - noon - everyone welcome!

 

January 21st - Civic Club Monthly Bunco Game Resumes Bunco will be held at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. The cost will be $2.00 a person.  Please bring a dessert to share.  Coffee and drink will be provided.  Pop can be purchased for $1.00.  The prizes will be for most buncos, most wins, and most losses.  50% of the money will go towards the prizes and 50% will go to the Civic Club for the rental cost.  Call Debbie Smith 289-4458 for more details.

 

January 22nd - Need online help? Make the most out of Schwab.com Explore Schwab's web-based tools for managing finances, research, and trading. 2:00pm. Charles Schwab, Eric Johannes, 5345 Elmore Avenue #300, Davenport, IA 52807. Please R.S.V.P 563-275-3663

January 25th - Freedom Rock Trivia - LeClaire Fire Station Come help raise funds for the Freedom Rock, coming to the LeClaire levee as the chosen site for all of Scott County! Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia will start at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person. All proceeds will go to the Freedom Rock fund. You don't have to be good at trivia - come for the fun and to support this great cause! To reserve a table, email freedomrockscottcountyiowa@gmail.com or contact Barry Long - 563-949-6969.

 

Save the Date

February 1st - LeClaire Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Dinner

Davenport County Club 25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley, IA

5:30-6:30 Cocktails (cash bar) and Silent Auction

6:30 Awards

7:00 Dinner

8:00 Live Auction

6-10 Music by Keep Off the Grass

Please RSVP by January 24 to First Central State Bank at 563-289-2265 or dmulvania@firstcentralsb.com $35 per person paid in advance. Make check payable to LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 35, LeClaire, IA 52753.  Casual Party Attire.  To donate for auction items, take items to First Central State Bank or email chamber for more information.

 

February 8th - TugFest Trivia - LeClaire Fire Station Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia will start at 7pm. Cost is $10 per person.  You don't have to be good at trivia - come for the fun! To reserve a table, email iowatugfestfan@gmail.com

March 1st - Rock and Roll Bingo!  LeClaire Rec Center - Fund raiser for Freedom Rock. Songs will be played and you identify the songs on bingo cards. There will be 50/50 and other raffles.  Event will be hosted by Cody Tucker of B100!  More details to come!

FYI

Visit the NEW LeClaire Chamber of Commerce website www.leclairechamber.com and see our updated Facebook page!

New Lunch Menu at Blue Iguana - all lunch entree options are 9 dollars.

 

Faithful Pilot - Every Wednesday 1/2 priced wine night with Chef's Tapas menu to go along side. Don't forget to book all of your holiday parties with The Faithful Pilot or bring Chef Robert into your home and let us cater your holiday event! Now open for lunch, 12-2, Wed-Sat.

Buffalo Bill Museum Expansion "It's an exciting time in the museum's almost 57 year history," said Robert Schiffke, Executive Director of the Buffalo Bill Museum & River Pilots' Pier, "as we start another expansion of our facility."  The women who were members of the LeClaire Women's Club, who founded the museum in 1957, wouldn't recognize the building today, but they would see many of the items first exhibited in its original location at 114 North Cody Road, LeClaire. Included will be an Archival Workroom allowing careful access to the museum's extensive print and photograph collection, a "hands on" classroom for children visiting the museum, and exhibits that highlight LeClaire's role in the region's economic growth through its shipyards, button factories, and river pilots who opened the region to river commerce.  An architectural drawing of the expansion is available for public view at the museum during regular hours, and donations towards the expansion are being accepted. "We appreciate the support of the community in this project, and donations of artifacts and funds are always welcome.  We are truly a community institution, and volunteers have grown the museum into the LeClaire landmark that it is today" said Connie Curlott, President of the Board of Directors.  The museum is open 9am - 4pm, Mon.-Saturday; 12noon - 4pm, Sundays. Call 563-289-5580 for more information or to donate to the expansion.

Commercial Property Available - 1295 and 1297 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire, Iowa. There are two in-line units available consisting of 2,160 sq. ft. each or 4,320 sq. ft. combined and suitable for either retail or office user. The location provides plenty of parking just off Highway 67/Cody Road with an overview of the Great River Road. It has excellent visibility with an elevated monument sign, and is located close to the first Iowa exit on I-80. Current co-tenants include Slagle Foods, Subway, First Central State Bank, and Style with PM Interiors. Please call: Mike Burke - Mel Foster Co. mburke@melforsterco.com, Mobile: 563-349-2705, Direct: 563-823-5272

Commercial Space for Rent - 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. Washer & dryers in every unit along with all other appliances.  Each apartment has either a balcony or a patio.  Considerable storage in each 1 BR, 2 BR or 3 BR unit. Call (563) 289-5159 for a tour and more information today!

Do you have Residential or Commercial property available? If you own residential rental property or commercial property that is available for lease or sale in the greater LeClaire region, 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. As a service to the community, we would like to have the information available so we can share the most up-to-date information on our website!

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire Meals for Seniors at the church every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12 noon. Good food and a time to visit with others. Please call 563-289-3646 and make a reservation 2 days in advance.

 

LeClaire Recreation Center Calendar - Join us for Family Nights!

4:00-6:30pm, $2 per person; 3 and under free. Concessions available.

January 11th - Open gym and movie "Goonies"

February 8th - Open gym and movie "Casper"

March 8th - Open gym and movie "ET"

All movies start at 5:00 pm - www.leclairereccenter.com

06 Jan 2014

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 1/3 - 1/8

By QC Chamber
Fans of Green Day are in for a treat this week! Hear the story of three lifelong friends forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia during the Broadway smash-hit musical, American Idiot! Based on Green Day's Grammy Award-winning album, this unique musical is one you don't want to regret missing while it was in your own backyard.
Family fun, refreshments, gift shop discounts and more...all of this can be found at the German American Heritage Center this Sunday at their Open House! Now's your chance to see what the GAHC has to offer all for FREE! Here's an opportunity to also see images from GAHC's trip to Germany along with the exhibition of winning photos from the photography contest.
The Figge Art Museum is making room for new exhibits for the new year! With that said, be sure to head to the Figge before Sunday to see the New Deal for Illinois: The Federal Art Project Collection of Western Illinois Exhibit before it closes. While you're there, make a run through the 1934: A New Deal for Artists Exhibit, too, before it closes on Monday. Make sure you also mark your calendar for the next PechaKucha Night set for January 30.
Black Friday comes more than once a year at My Favorite Frame Shop. Find most in-house custom black frames on any full custom framing order at a discounted price every Friday for the month of January. Remember, MFFS also offers frame repair, stitch/fabric art work, shrink wrapping, and more!

fhfm Start 2014 off right by eating fresh and shopping local! See the various offerings of fresh vegetables, delicious baked goods, quality crafts, and more at the indoor Freight House Farmer's Market. You even have a chance to enjoy a massage from a licensed massage therapist while you're there. Make a day out of it by bringing the whole family and stopping at Antonella's or Me and Billy's for lunch afterward. Click here for a list of even more delicious places to try downtown!
Catch Jordan Danielsen at Rhythm City this weekend, and if you love wine and supporting the local music scene, mark your calendar to attend RME's annual Winter Wine Experience on January 18.  In the meantime, check out some QC talent at Winter Blues and Blues Cafe.   Since it's freezing out, you might as well do some ice skating at River's Edge while you're out!
See you downtown!
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This Week's Events: January 3 - 8


Friday, January 3

Black Friday

Where: My Favorite Frame Shop

Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Price: 40% off Select Black Frames with Custom Full Order

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Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 6:00 p.m

Price: N/A

Website

Bucktown Center for the Arts
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Jordan Danielsen
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8 p.m. - Midnight
Price: FREE

Public Skate
Where: River's Edge
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: $5 and up
Saturday, January 4

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery
Time: Noon, 1:00 p.m, 2:00 p.m, 3:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.
Price: N/A

 

Bucktown Center for the Arts

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

Exhibition: 1934: A New Deal for Artists

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Exhibition: A New Deal for Illinois: The Federal Art Project Collection of Western Illinois

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Exhibition: College Invitational

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: Photography Contest

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tues.-Sat.; Noon - 4:00 p.m. Sun.

Price: Museum Admission or FREE with membership

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Exhibition: Walter Haskell Hinton: Image Maker for Deere

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Flat Screen Frenzy

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Jordan Danielsen

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8 p.m. - Midnight

Price: FREE

Website

 

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Public Skate
Where: River's Edge
Time: 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.; 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.; 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Price: $5 and Up
Website

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
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Winter Blues Jam

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: Doors 11:30 a.m. / Show Noon

Price: $5

Website

 

Sunday, January 5

 

$2,800 Top 40 Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Follow on Facebook and Twitter

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: River's Edge
Time: 9:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Price: $10
Exhibition Closes: A New Deal for Illinois: The Federal Art Project Collection of Western Illinois
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership
German American Heritage Center Open House
Where: German American Heritage Center
Time: Noon - 4 p.m.
Price: FREE

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

Website

Follow on Facebook and Twitter

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

Time: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $5 and Up

Website

 

Sunday Jazz Brunch at Bix Bistro

Where: Blackhawk Hotel

Time: 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Price: Adults - $17.95 and Kids - $8.95

Website

 

Sunday Live Jazz

Where: Brady St. Chop House

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Monday, January 6


Exhibition Closes: 1934: A New Deal for Artists
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership
Mexican Monday

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $3 Margaritas and $6 Tacos

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Nifty 50's

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Follow on Facebook and Twitter

 

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Price: $5 and Up

Website


Tuesday, January 7

 

Blues Cafe

Where: River Music Experience

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge, Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Price: $10

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market
Where: Freight House Building and Parking Lot
Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Price: FREE

 

It's Firkin Tuesday!

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $3 Burger Baskets

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Open Jam Session

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Wednesday, January 8

 

American Idiot

Where: Adler Theatre

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Price: $37, $47, $57

Website

 

Attack of the Casks

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 5:00p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

Bucktown Center for the Arts
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Website

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: River's Edge
Time: 9:30 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.
Price: $10

Midday Moolah Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: 100 points per entry; 10 entries max per guest

Website

Follow on Facebook and Twitter

Nifty 50's
Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - Noon and 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

Follow on Facebook and Twitter

 

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Price: $5 and Up

Website
02 Jan 2014

CVB News & Events - Happy New Year - Jan. 2

By QCCVB

Princess Diana Exhibit Extended to Jan. 26

Diana, A Celebration, which chronicles the life of the late Diana, Princess of Wales, now on exhibit at the Putnam Museum and will remain on view through January 26, 2014, by popular demand.  The exhibition presents the life and humanitarian work of one of the 20th century's most remarkable women through nine galleries containing 150 objects-ranging from her royal wedding gown and 28 of her designer dresses to family heirlooms, personal mementos, paintings and rare home movies and photos. www.putnam.org

Winter Break Activities

Kids complaining of boredom? Bring them to the Family Museum on January 2-3 from 1-3 p.m. Catapults, Hula Hooping, Dance Parties, Stomp Rockets, and more! We will have plenty of activities to keep everyone busy during the Holiday Break at the Family Museum, 2900 Learning Campus Dr. in Bettendorf. www.familymuseum.org

Mallards Game on Friday

The Quad City Mallards return home to welcome fans to another $1 Dog/$1 Beer Night presented by 97X when the Mallards meet the St. Charles Chill at 7:05 p.m. Friday, January 3rd at the iWireless Center. www.myqcmallards.com

Harlem Globetrotters

The World Famous Harlem Globetrotters bring their ridiculous basketball skills and amazing athletes to the iWireless center in Moline on Saturday, January 4th at 7 p.m. Don't miss this must see family fun event!  www.iwirelesscenter.com

Chocolate Festival

Indulge yourself on Sunday, January 5th from 11 am-4 pm at the Quad City Botanical Center in Rock Island.  Lots of free samples (while supplies last) from area chocolatiers and sweet shops, meet Willy Wonka, learn about the history of chocolate from the education staff of the Quad City Botanical Center, enjoy a cooking demo, kids activity area and much more!  Tickets will be available at the door!  www.qcgardens.com

FREE Eagle Watches this Weekend

The Mississippi River Visitor Center on Arsenal Island, between Davenport, Iowa, and Rock Island, Illinois, offers free eagle watches and Clock Tower tours every weekend on Saturdays and Sundays on January 4, 5, 25, 26 and February 1, 2, 8, 9 at 9:00-10:30 a.m. and 12:30-2:00 p.m.  For required reservations, call 309-794-5338.  www.missriver.org
FREE Community Open House

The German American Heritage Center will be holding a Community Open House on Sunday, January 5th from 12:00pm-4:00pm with FREE admission! 1:00 meet and greet with Eric Braeden, German American of the Year Winner and television star! 2:30 Video premiere: The 1848'ers in Davenport! Enjoy refreshments, holiday exhibit, special discounts in our Kaufplatz gift shop, as well as fellowship on this special day! The German American Heritage Center is located at 712 W 2nd St. Davenport.  www.gahc.org

Theatre - A Christmas Story

Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island will present the area premiere of a current Broadway hit, Tony Award nominee for Best Musical, and an adaptation of a beloved holiday movie - all in one show! A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL will be playing at Circa '21 now through January 5th. For reservations, contact the Circa '21 ticket office at 1828 Third Avenue, Rock Island or by calling (309)786-7733.  Reservations may also be made online by going to www.circa21.com and clicking on "order tickets now."

Green Day's American Idiot

Direct from Broadway, the smash-hit musical AMERICAN IDIOT tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia. Their quest for true meaning in a post 9/11 world leads them on the most exhilarating theatrical journey of the season. Based on Green Day's Grammy® Award-winning multi-platinum album, AMERICAN IDIOT boldly takes the American musical where it's never gone before.  americanidiotthemusical.com

See it at the Adler Theatre in Davenport on Wednesday, January 8th at 7:30 p.m. www.adlertheatre.com
Bald Eagle Days

Bald Eagle Days is the feature celebration on January 10-12 at the QCCA Expo Center located at 2621 4th Avenue in Rock Island, Illinois.  It is the largest event in the Midwest dedicated to the United States' national symbol of freedom.  Hours: Friday 4-8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for kids. www.qccaexpocenter.com

Live Music - Brainchild

Brainchild is a band that combines the feeling of jazz & soul with the intensity of shredding guitar solos. Their growing list of original songs combined with a diverse selection of covers are a perfect blend of many styles of music. See them at the River Music Experience in Davenport on Saturday, January 11th.  Doors: 8 pm; Show: 9 pm; Tickets: $8.  www.rivermusicexperience.org

Mallards Games

Friday, January 10, 7 P.M. vs. Wichita Thunder

Saturday, January 11, 7 P.M. vs. Arizona Sundogs

 

The Mallards will wear special edition Wild affilate jerseys when they take on the Arizona Sundogs on Saturday, January 11th at 7 p.m. Immediately after the game those jerseys will go up for bid in a live auction to benefit the Genesis Health Services Foundation. In addition, the first 1,000 fans age 12 and under through the doors for that game will receive a free Mallards replica youth jersey courtesy of Scott County Family Y and Two Rivers YMCA.  www.myqcmallards.com

 

Be a Tourist Weekend

The mobile-friendly Be a Tourist website is live and ready to go. Be a Tourist in Your Own Backyard Weekend is January 17-20.  Make a marvelous weekend out of it with over 50 coupons for local hotels, attractions, and businesses.

 

Add Your Events to www.visitquadcities.com

Please remember to put all of your events on our calendar of events.  Hundreds of thousands of visitors go to our online events calendar.  It's easy and free to submit your events.  Just go to the events calendar on our website and you'll see the Submit Your Event link, or start right now by clicking here! 

QCCVB's Newest Member

The Bucktown Revue is an old-fashioned radio variety program, performed live in front of an audience and recorded for webcast. In the tradition of such radio programs as "A Prairie Home Companion" and "The Grand Ole Opry," the family-friendly Bucktown Revue celebrates Mississippi River Valley folk music and culture through a combination of music, storytelling, poetry and humor.

General admission is $12 and available at the door. Located inside the Nighswander Junior Theatre, 2822 Eastern Ave. in Davenport. 563-
940-0508 or www.bucktownrevue.com
02 Jan 2014

Engineering Trivia Night

By Jared Johnson
The public is invited to Engineering Trivia Night, sponsored by the St. Ambrose Student Engineering Club and the Mississippi Valley Chapter of the Institute of Industrial Engineers.  The event will be held on Friday, February 28th, 2014 at 6 p.m. at the St. Ambrose University Rogalski Center Ballroom in Davenport, Iowa.
You and your friends and family (engineers and non-engineers alike) are invited to form teams, and play 10 rounds of trivia questions - some geared toward engineering, computer science, physics, and chemistry, as well as various geeky pursuits.  There will be a good mix of science and engineering, as well as songs, movies, TV, and all the other common trivia questions.  This will be a fun event to break up the winter doldrums!
Cash prizes will be awarded to the first, second, and third place winners.  Players may bring their own snacks, but all beverages must be purchased at the Rogalski Center.  The event is open to the public, and admission is $10 per person ($5 Admission for Full-time Students).  Players may register as individuals or teams (8 max).  Proceeds from this event will be used to sponsor the St. Ambrose Student Engineering Club..
To register, contact Bonnie Thiede. Please specify team's name, captain, # of players, contact telephone number, and email address
Bonnie J. Thiede
Wk: 309-756-1454

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