06 Jun 2013

Summer Learning for Adults Goes Beneath the Surface of New Technology

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: For more and more adults, libraries are becoming go-to places to learn about new skills and technology, especially as services like music downloading and free eBook checkouts introduce additional ways to use library services and materials.

The Rock Island Public Library Adult Services department is no exception, offering 11 different events this summer where adults can learn about using library eBooks and audiobooks, downloading music and using either an Apple iPad or Android tablet computer.  Classes start next week and include the following free programs:

Getting Started Downloading Library eBooks & eAudiobooks: Learn how to use the Library's free download services to get eBooks and eAudiobooks to your computer, portable listening devices, tablets, and eReaders.

  • Wednesday, June 12th, 6:00 pm, Main Library, 401 19th Street
  • Thursday, June 27th, 1:30 pm, Main Library
  • Wednesday, July 10th, 6:00 pm, Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road
  • Thursday, August 8th, 6:30 pm, Main Library

Using Your iPad: Learn more about your iPad, and what you can use it for. Bring your device with you for a free hands-on session with tips and tricks. This program is for owners of Apple devices only.

  • Thursday, June 13th, 2:30 pm, Main Library
  • Tuesday, July 2nd, 6:30 pm, Main Library

Getting Started Downloading Music: With the Rock Island Library's subscription to Freegal Music Service, you can use your library card to download free music. Learn how to use this new service on a variety of devices.

  • Wednesday, June 19th, 6:30 pm, Main Library
  • Wednesday, July 24th, 6:30 pm, Southwest Branch
  • Tuesday, August 13th, 2:00 pm, Main Library

Using Your Tablet: Learn more about your tablet computer, and what you can use it for. Bring your device with you for a free hands-on session with tips and tricks. This program is for owners of Google Android devices only (includes Amazon Kindle Fire tablets.)

  • Thursday, June 20th, 2:30 pm, Main Library
  • Monday, July 22, 6:30 pm, Main Library

Going beyond technology, the Rock Island Library has one more opportunity for adults to work on an important life skill: Getting organized! Professional organizer and national speaker Mona Brantley, owner of the business "Organize That," will present 5 Steps to Getting Organized on Tuesday, August 20 at 6:30 pm at the Main Library, 401 19th Street. Learn the one difference between organized and disorganized people, while understanding why you may have trouble getting or staying organized. Participants will both laugh and learn as Brantley provides logical and helpful hints, tips, and tricks that will make a difference in your life.

All events are free and open to the public. Registration is not required.  The full list of summer programs is available at http://www.rockislandlibrary.org/page/summer-your-library, as well as in the Summer Events brochure and calendars available at all Rock Island Libraries.

For more news about Rock Island Public Library events, call 309-732-7323 (READ) or follow the Rock Island Library on Facebook and Twitter.

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06 Jun 2013

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 6/6 - 6/12

By QC Chamber
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Hello!
Start your weekend off with some live outdoor music, refreshing drinks, and good company when River Music Experience kicks off Friday Live at 5! Sponsored by TAG Communications, this week's event features the Ellis Kell Band. On Saturday, RME gives you an excuse to wear your PJ's out of the house during their Dress Up and Dance Series: Pajama Jam! Enjoy contests, giveaways, and live music by Have Your Cake and The Candymakers.  Tonight, catch a great all female act visting from Austin, The Trishas.  On Wednesday, RME will host a phenomenal up and coming musician from St. Louis, Pokey Lafarge.
The Figge has activities for all crowds this weekend! Middle school students can explore the drawing of pop art during the Art in the Middle workshops. For the older crowd, enjoy fun studio art activities paired with a glass of wine and light hors d'oeuvres during Wine & Art tonight. There's even a chance to bond with the whole family by heading to the new Beyond the Classroom exhibit or participating in tonight's interactive Zumba Fitness class.
Awarding more than $50,000 each year in scholarships, the Miss Iowa Scholarship Program continues to be a great asset for the state.   Come show your support at the Adler Theatre this Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Also, don't forget that tickets for the July 13th  Grace Potter & the Nocturnals show are still on sale.  Get 'em while they last!
With June already here, Father's Day is right around the corner! In need of a unique way of celebrating the holiday? Join the Quad Cities River Bandits on Sunday, June 16th, as they host pre-game catch in the outfield and their second annual Father's Day Cookout on the Sky Deck! This day not only features an all-you-can-eat buffet, but giveaways and prizes, too. Reservations must be made by June 10.
Don't miss the FREE concerts along the Mississippi River this summer during Music on the Levee at LeClaire Park. Wind down this weekend to the tunes of Josh Duffee & His Graystone Monarchs while enjoying refreshments. Speaking of music in the park, keep your eyes open for this year's River Roots Live line-up that we'll be announcing June 13th! Like our brand new
River Roots Live Facebook Page and be the first to hear the news.
We're excited to announce a new retail business!  If you're looking for a sweet fix, stop by Chocolate Manor located at 110 E. 2nd St. across from the Radisson!  With treats like gourmet chocolates, cupcakes, toffee, and even GELATO, this local chocolate shop is sure to impress. While you're there, ask about their gift baskets, dessert bars, and catering options. Chocolate Manor is already open, but keep an eye out in upcoming newsletters for the date of their official grand opening.
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This Week's Events: June 6 - June 12


Thursday, June 6

Backyard Blowout

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Five Course Wine Dinner

Where: Hotel Blackhawk, Bix Bistro

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Price: $65/person

Website

 

Kilkenny's Open Mic with Karl

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Live Lunch with Lars Rehnberg

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Miss Iowa Scholarship Program

Where: The Adler Theater

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: $42.60 and up

Website

 

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

Website

 

River's Edge Monthly Turf & Ice Schedule

Discover dozens of sporting events at River's Edge!

Follow the links below to see the complete ice and turf schedule for the month.

Ice Schedule

Turf Schedule

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The Trishas

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: Doors 7:00 p.m. / Show 7:30 p.m.

Price: $10

Website

 

Thursdays at the Figge

Where: Figge Art Museum

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

Price: FREE

Website

 

Trivia Challenge - Win Gift Certificates!

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Stick around for live music by Kilborn Alley Blues Band

Website

 

Watercolor Class

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: Noon - 3:00 p.m.

Price: $95/member; $105/non-member

Website

Wine & Art
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: $15/student; all supplies provided
Workshop: Given Space: Writing Your Own Cartography
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership
Zumba Fitness
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
Friday, June 7

$1,500 FREEky Friday Giveaway

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Website

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 6:00 p.m, 7:00 p.m, and 8:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

Website

Buddy Olson
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8:00 p.m. - Midnight
Price: FREE
Coach Reece Summer Hoops League
Where: Centennial Park
Time: 11:00 a.m.
The Figure Skating Club of the Quad Cities presents the 17th Annual Quad City Championships
Where: River's Edge
Friday Live at 5 featuring Ellis Kell Band sponsored by TAG Communications
Where: River Music Experience, RME Courtyard
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Jacob Green
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
Live Lunch with The Rough & Tumble
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Miss Iowa Scholarship Program
Where: The Adler Theater
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Price: $42.60 and up
Saturday, June 8

 

Backyard Blowout

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Brewery Tours

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

 

Coach Reece Summer Hoops League

Where: Centennial Park

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Website

 

Cynthia Haring CD Release Show

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Dallas Hendrix

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Dress Up and Dance: Pajama Jam featuring The Candymakers & Have Your Cake

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: 9:00 p.m.

Price: $5

Website

 

Exhibition: Double Expose: Prints of Past and Present

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

Website

 

Exhibition: American POP Art!

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition Opens: Beyond the Classroom

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition: Pushing the Envelope

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition: Marking Territory

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

The Figure Skating Club of the Quad Cities presents the 17th Annual Quad City Championships

Where: River's Edge

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

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

Price: FREE

Website

Josh Duffee Orchestra
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Live Music: Kevin Boyd
Where: Freight House Farmer's Market
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Price: FREE

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Miss Iowa Scholarship Program
Where: The Adler Theater
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Price: $42.60 and up

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
Website

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Second Saturday

Where: Bucktown Center For the Arts

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Songwriter's All-Original Open Mic

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time :3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Workshop: Acrylic Painting- Pop Art

Where: Figge Art Museum

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

Price: $50/member; $60/non-member

Website

 

Sunday, June 9

 

$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

Website

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Coach Reece Summer Hoops League
Where: Centennial Park
Time: 1:00 p.m.
The Figure Skating Club of the Quad Cities presents the 17th Annual Quad City Championships
Where: River's Edge

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

Website

Follow on Facebook and Twitter

 

Music on the Levee: Josh Duffee & His Graystone Monarchs Big Band

Where: LeClaire Park

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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

Website


The Legacy of Jens Jensen
Where: German American Heritage Center
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($5 or less), or FREE with membership

Tour: American POP! Selections from the CU Art Museum Collection
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership

Monday, June 10

 

Mexican Monday

Where: Barrel House 211

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

Price: $3 Margaritas and $5 Tacos

Website

 

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

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

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

Price: $5 and Up

Website

Tuesday, June 11


Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

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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

Website


Open Jam Session

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge, Ice

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

Website
06 Jun 2013

Quad Cities Cruisers Annual Charity Car Show June 8, 2013 Southpark Mall Moline, IL

By Rick Martin
The Quad Cities Cruisers, the Premiere Local Car Enthusiast Club, will celebrate their 31st Year in a row of hosting their annual Open Run Car Show for Charity.  This year's event is at the JC Penney Parking Lot of South Park Mall, Moline, IL, from 4p-9p.  This year's charities that the Quad Cities Cruisers are working for are:  ARROWHEAD RANCH, VIETNAM VETERANS Chapter 299, and QC CRIMESTOPPERS.

Come see hundreds of classic cars, hot rods and specialty vehicles at this event!!!  There will be lots of Vendors as well!

Admission for spectators is FREE.

The Entry Fee per Car is $15.00.  This is a participant judged event.  The TOP 100 Vote getters will receive a special QUAD CITIES CRUISERS OPEN RUN XXXI Commemorative Plaque.

Dave Palmer of 3D SOUND will be providing the night's music spanning decades of great tunes!

There will be a chance for spectators to vote for their favorite car in the "People's Choice" Category.

The Quad Cities Cruisers is over 90 Household Members Strong!  The Quad Cities Cruisers originated in 1981.  Over the past 32 years the Quad Cities Cruisers have donated thousands upon thousands of dollars to worthwhile and deserving local charities.

For more information contact:

John Bain, President (563)505-6965
David Klauer, Car Show Chairman (563) 508-6210
Tom Saelens, Vice President (563)505-8657
The Quad Cities Cruisers thank you in advance for your continued support in helping make the community aware of our event.

Our Club Event Telephone line - 563-355-0036

Our Club Website- www.quadcitiescruisers.org
06 Jun 2013

Jens Jensen this Sunday!

By GAHC
Landscape Architect's great grandson to speak at GAHC Sunday, June 9th at 2pm!
Greetings!

Join the German American Heritage Center on Sunday, June 9th at 2pm for a talk on the Legacy of Jens Jensen. Our speaker will be the great grandson of the famous landscape architect featured in our new exhibit Land & Water, Jens Jensen of Fitchburg, Wisconsin. He will speak on the life and work of the great prairie landscape architect.
Sincerely,
Kelly
German American Heritage Center
712 W Second Street
Davenport, Iowa 52802
German American Heritage Center
05 Jun 2013

Discount Blues Festival Tickets For Active Military and Veterans

By MVBS

The MVBS and R.I.A. Federal Credit Union recognize the great contribution to our country's freedoms made by active military personnel and veterans, who should be celebrated on the most American of holidays, July 4, Independence Day?the first day of the Mississippi Valley Blues Festival.  To honor them, we are offering discount BluesFest tickets in advance;  these special tickets will not be available at the gate.

Active military personnel and veterans can get Fest tickets for only $10 (gate admission is $20) by showing official military ID at the R.I.A. Federal Credit Union locations listed below through June 30.  Tickets are limited to two per military ID.

  • ·        Arsenal Island, Building #61?Rock Island IL
  • ·        1522 - 46th Ave.?Moline IL
  • ·        In the Hy-Vee at 750 - 42nd Ave. Drive?Moline IL
  • ·        110 E. 10th Ave.?Milan IL
  • ·        In the Hy-Vee at 2001 - 5th St.?Silvis IL
  • ·        4217 Utica Ridge Rd.?Bettendorf IA
  • ·        3509 Harrison St.?Davenport IA
05 Jun 2013

Blues Festival Advance Tickets On Sale

By MVBS

Now through June 30

Get tickets for the 2013 Mississippi Valley Blues Festival in advance and save some money!  Tickets for the three-day event, July 4-6 at Davenport's LeClaire Park, are $20 per day at the gate.  But through June 30, you can get advance tickets for $15.50 per day at Hy-Vee stores in the Quad Cities, Clinton, and Muscatine.

And, for the first time ever, advance tickets will be available online ($15 plus a service fee), through PayPal at the MVBS website:  www.mvbs.org.  Just go to the Festival tab.

Advance $15 tickets are also available at The Muddy Waters in Bettendorf, Rascals in Moline, Martini's on the Rock in Rock Island, and at the Blues Society office in Davenport (call first: 563-32-BLUES).

05 Jun 2013

Teen Events at Rock Island Library Go Beneath the Surface for Free Summer Fun

By Jan LaRoche
Rock Island Library teen reading programs and free events are following the "Beneath the Surface" summer reading theme, so there's plenty of treasure hunting, zombies and even a little "cake archeology" to dig into for teens ages 12 to 18.
The teen program officially kicks off Friday, June 7 with a free "Teen Feature," which includes a classic movie, free popcorn, and the chance to both pick up the teen reading bingo card entry and cross off a square for attending a teen library program. The event takes place from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street, Rock Island.  Additional free events for teens this month include a:
  • Library Treasure Hunt from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm on Thursday, June 13 at the Main Library, 401 19th Street. Teens will follow a trail of clues to uncover treasure and win prizes.
  • Teen Iron Chef contest from 6:00 to 7:30 pm on Tuesday, June 18 at the Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road, Rock Island. Working with a stack of ingredients, teens will whip up a culinary masterpiece to become the library's next prize-winning chef.
  • Teen Gaming Night from 6:00 to 7:30 pm on Thursday, June 20 at the Main Library, 401 19th Street. Teens can play Xbox 360 with Kinect, Wii and board games.
  • Zombie Night, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm on Thursday, June 27, at the Main Library, 401 19th St. Dig into your chance to survive the zombie invasion by learning how to create a Zombie Preparedness Plan, apply zombie make-up for either camouflage or fun and enjoy a classic zombie movie and snacks.
·         Cake Archeology program, from noon to 1:00 pm on Tuesday, July 2 at the Southwest Branch. Archeology is in layers, and so are cakes! Teens will learn some simple cake decorating techniques and build their own creations.
All teen events are for ages 12 to 18 and are free.
For more teen programs in July, visit http://www.rockislandlibrary.org/page/summer-your-library or pick up brochures and event calendars at Rock Island Libraries. For more news about Rock Island Public Library events, call 309-732-7323 (READ) or follow the Rock Island Library on Facebook and Twitter.
04 Jun 2013

Moline Library Press Release

By EINNOC10@aol.com
Gaming Unplugged

Drop in to the Moline Public Library on Thursday, June 13 between 2:00 and 4:00 to play board and card games. Choose from our selection or bring your own. This program is open to young adults ages 11-18. No registration required. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.

Around the World in 80 Bites

Young adults ages 11-18 are invited to the Moline Public Library on Wednesday, June 19 at 2:00 to taste a sample of food from several local ethnic restaurants. Enjoy food from Italy, Mexico, Vietnam, China, Greece, and more! Registration is required. Call 309-524-2470 to sign up.  For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.
04 Jun 2013

June 6th. 2013 " Does Six Sigma Work?" I.S.E.

By Narveen Aryaputri
June 6th. 2013 :  7.00 p.m.
Does Six Sigma work?

Reviewing management principals  of Six Sigma.
In the late 1990s and early 2000s Six Sigma was the new method: "Transforming the way we work" : Six-Sigma was the new  customer-centered, profit-driven, defect-reduction,  people-power, process-power method of American business as publicized by management gurus and consultants to American business, and subsequently, to world business.
Did it work?
Do we continue this method or do we transform it to the next level? If so, what will this new level be?
( If you are unaware of the principals of six sigma, basic information principals will be provided)
Open discussion:
Free and open to the public.
This Thursday June 6th. 2013  evening:  Independent Scholars' Evenings:
At
The Phoenix Fine Art Gallery
1530 Fifth Avenue.  Moline. Illinois.
7.00 p.m
309-762-8547 for the Moline Club
309-762-9202 for The Institute.
light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.
doors open at 6.30. Please use the 5th Ave entrance.  The event will be held in the Dragon Gallery next to The Phoenix.
Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by
The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd. a 501(c)3 at state and federal level since 1996
04 Jun 2013

Volunteers Needed for Blues Festival

By MVBS

The 29th annual Mississippi Valley Blues Festival is coming up July 4 through 6 at Davenport's LeClaire Park.  Volunteers are still needed for all shifts July 3 through 7, including admission gate, beer tent, set up and tear down, and backstage hospitality.  Over 200 volunteers are needed.

Volunteers receive free admission to the Blues Festival as well as a souvenir festival t-shirt.  Priority is given to Mississippi Valley Blues Society members.  "Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Blues Festival," says Patty Britt, volunteer coordinator.  "The Mississippi Valley Blues Festival is the only major blues festival in the nation that's produced by a volunteer organization, the MVBS.  We rely on volunteers to help with all aspects of the festival."

To register, go to www.mvbs.org and click on BluesFest, then Volunteers.  That will take you to the registration page.  Or call the Blues Society office at 563-32-BLUES.

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