Feb 14th. 2013
" What is your Love name? "
In celebration of Valentine's Day.
This is the first time The Thursday ISE coincides with Valentine's Day.
Open evening dedicated to Love Names !
Bring in your love name.
And the love names you use.
The celebratory evening dedicated to Valentine.
Chef Linda of The Moline Commercial Club is making a special wine chololate cake.
Independent Scholars Evenings. 7.00 p.m.
Thursday.
1530 Fifth Avenue. Moline. Illinois 309-762-9202
Doors open at 6.30 p.m.
Free and open to the public.
Dress code: business casual.
Elevators are located through the 16th Street entrance.
The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, LTD is a 501(c)3 at State and Federal level organization under US laws since 1996.
Please visit www.qcinstitute.org to see our archives.

LeClaire is Among the Top 15 "America's Coolest Small Towns - 2013" following the first round of voting last fall in the Budget Travel on-line contest, and we can be chosen as the COOLEST!!!! To Vote Daily, go to: http://www.budgettravel.com/contest/americas-coolest-small-towns-2013,14/ or to the website for Budget Travel.  LeClaire IS the Coolest, and We Can Win!! Tell everyone you know everywhere to vote for LeClaire!!!

WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS!

Arndt Chiropractic Center, Inc. - Dr. Lisa Arndt, 3359 Middle Road - Ste. 1, Bettendorf, IA 52722. www.arndtchiropractic.com Dr. Arndt is a National Board Certified Chiropractor and Registered Nurse, proud of providing "Gentle" chiropractic care for the QC community. Accepting new patients! 563-332-2211

Operation American Made - Darrin Lampman, CEO, PO Box 28, LeClaire, IA 52753. 563-729-1022. www.operation-american-made.com Online auction of American made products, benefiting local vendors.

Conceptual Designs - Michelle Blunk, Owner, 2117 State Street - Ste. 110, Bettendorf, IA 52722.  563-823-6123 www.conceptualdesignsinc.com

Conceptual Designs is a full service design firm that specializes in commercial interior design and interior architecture, professionally licensed in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. We excel in providing unique solutions for not only commercial interiors, but offices, retail spaces and healthcare facilities as well.

It is time again to join or to renew your membership with the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce! Please see the attached form to complete and return with your payment. Thank you for your current and past membership, and certainly let us know if you have any questions in regard to your membership or about the Chamber in general. Let's have a Great 2013!  After all - "It is all there....In LeClaire!"

CALENDAR

February 8th - Reusable Usables NEW Freezer Meal Workshop 6:30 PM.  Let's get together and make enough meals to fill our freezers!  Bring your bags filled with designated "protein" and other groceries. Go home with 10 meals, each feeding a family of 4-6, ready to freeze - just thaw, cook and enjoy!   $73 (includes all Wildtree products, recipes and shipping). Contact Kate Ramsdell ramsdellgirls@yahoo.comwww.mywildtree.com/katewildtree/ (This is an "Adults Only" event.)

 

February 9th - Trivia Night - LeClaire Civic Center benefiting the Coe Noack Memorial Scholarship. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with trivia starting at 7 p.m. Participants may bring beer, wine, snacks and soda. Water and snacks will also be for sale. Up to eight people per table. $10 per person with a $50 table minimum. Everyone will be entered into a drawing for door prizes. Contact Chris at chris@ccx.net or 563-505-6703 for reservations or information. Don't have enough for a full table? Come anyway and we can put you on a table that needs people!

 

February 12th - Chamber Network Lunch - Bier Stube noon - LeClaire

 

February 14th - Valentine's Day at Crane and Pelican - 3 Course Dinner - $45 per person ($90 per couple) Details and Menu at www.craneandpelican.com

 

February 14th - Valentine's Day at The Faithful Pilot - 2 seatings - 5:30 and 8:00p.m. $75 per person, 5 courses. 563.289.4156 www.faithfulpilot.com

 

February 24th - The Buffalo Bill Museum will Celebrate Buffalo Bill's Birthday! 12 noon to 4 p.m. (closing). A party with refreshments, free admission, and a "Buffalo Bill & Annie Oakley Look-Alike Contest" for children (Judging at 2pm). Bring your camera and have your photo taken with William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody and Annie Oakley!   (And, have you seen the expanded Buffalo Bill exhibit yet?!) Hope to see everyone there! www.buffalobillmuseumleclaire.com

 

February 25th - Chamber Economic Development Meeting 8:00 a.m. Great River Financial, LeClaire.

 

Save the Date
 

March 1st - First Friday in LeClaire

FYI

Please note - the Chamber has a new email address - leclairechamber@gmail.com

 

(ext 1135) or email Cindy Bruhn, Tourism Manager, at Info@VisitLeClaire.com If you would like to share information about events, promotions, news, etc., with Tourism, please send an email to

 

The Buffalo Bill Museum is participating in Younkers' annual "Community Day" fundraiser of $5 coupon books valid March 1-2, 2013 at Younkers and affiliated stores on March 1-2, 2013. The booklets contain a $10 discount on an item priced at $10 or more; a tiered shopping pass for 20%-15%-10% off an item; a 30% "early bird coupon' valid 7-10am, Saturday only; and 13 other merchandise coupons.     Every $5 purchase directly benefits the museum.  It can be purchased at the museum, from one of its board members, or on-line through a link posted on the museum's Face Book page (Buffalo Bill Museum LeClaire).  Online purchases will be mailed without an additional charge!  Because it is valid at the many stores affiliated with Younkers (Bon.Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Carson's Elder-Beerman, Herberger's) it can be purchased for family and friends anywhere in the United States!

 

Reusable Usables Women's Full Moon Yoga Circle 2013 For schedule or with questions, please contact jenniferv@yogag.org or call 563-289-3946. Reservations are appreciated but not required via facebook or email. Cost: $8 Donation. Classes held at Reusable Usables Creative Arts Center Studio 122, 328 N Cody/LeClaire, IA  52753  www.reusableusables.org

 

Reusable Usables Planet Green After School Classes Planet Green After School Program for ages 5-12. Learn creative and fun ways to respect our planet with hands on eco-friendly art and educational activities based on the Iowa DNR Planet Patrol Series. Thanks to grant funding from Iowa DNR. Ask about our sibling discounts. Pre-register in advance by calling 563-289-3936 or at www.reusableusables.org Planet Green class options and fees: Option #1: Class two times per week - TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS 4:00-5:30 PM $36 per student per month Option #2: Class one time per week - TUESDAYS OR THURSDAYS 4:00-5:30 PM $25 per student per month.

 

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

$1,000 Ascentra Credit Union Scholarship Competition is Underway; Ascentra Credit Union is encouraging the youth in our community to further their education by providing two $1,000.000 scholarships each year. Entrants must have an account established in his or her own name at Ascentra. One scholarship is for high school students planning to enter college.  The other scholarship is for members age 19 or over, considered non-traditional-aged or continuing education students.   The scholarship entrants will be judged on a 500 word essay on the topic, "With college tuition costs dramatically increasing year after year, besides scholarships, what are some ways that students can help offset the costs of higher education?" All entries are judged on their essay, resume, awards, extracurricular activities, volunteer services and work experience. Applications can be picked up at any of our branches or printed off of our website at www.ascentra.org.  The link to the form can be found on our Community Involvement section of our News/Events/Promotions page.  The deadline to apply is March 1, 2013. Awarding a total of $2,000 in scholarships is another way Ascentra Credit Union recognizes that financial planning and education is essential to lifetime success for our members and community.   "Listening, caring, doing what's right" are words the credit union follows every day.

Meals for Seniors at the First Presbyterian Church, LeClaire 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.

 

Trivia Nights in LeClaire at the LeClaire Civic Center

2013 Trivia Nights:

February 9th - Coe Noack Memorial Scholarship

March 9th - Hosted by First Presbyterian Church - Hurricane Sandy Victims

April 6th - LeClaire Little League

May 4th - LeClaire Lions

June 8th - Buffalo Bill Museum

LeClaire Trivia Nights have raised over $95,000 for local non-profit organizations! Thank you for your continued support!

LeClaire Park Board Special Events Calendar

Spring 2013 - Spring Fling Easter Egg Hunt ( Hollyhock Park )

Spring 2013 - Cinco de Mayo

May 18, 2013 -French Market Days - Plant exchange, sale benefiting Parks Dept.

Summer 2013 - City-Wide Water Explosion ( Hollyhock Park )

Summer 2013 - Bike Parade & Decorating

August 9-11, 2013 - Tug Fest

October 13, 2013 - Apple Fest

www.LeClaireChamber.com and visit the Chamber on FaceBook!

The Rock Island County Medical Society Alliance invites you to our

7th Annual "Martini's & Manicures" fundraiser

Friday, March 1, 2013?4 pm to 8 pm
Shangri-la Salon & Day Spa
1570 36th Avenue
Moline, Illinois

Ticket: $20 (includes one drink/wine & international hors d'oeuvres)

These services available by cash or check at the spa:

Mini Manicure (file & polish) $8
Mini pedicure (file & polish) $16
Massage (7 minutes) $7
Brow waxing $8
Paraffin Wax $6
Dry Hair Cut/style $16

Proceeds will benefit:
Winnie's Place
Child Abuse Council of the Quad Cities
Children's Therapy Center of the Quac Cities

Your check is your reservation
Reservations preferred by February 22nd
Checks payable to RICMSA

Mail your check to:
Susan Kruse, 2629 Wood Lane, Davenport, IA 52803
Questions? Call Susan at 563/355-1948

If unable to attend, donations are appreciated

Additional event parking available across the street at Grace Bible Fellowship Church

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CASI/PLUS 60 are hosting the annual Valentine's Day Dance this Friday, February 8, 2013 from 7:00-10:00 p.m. at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Music provided by River City Six.

Light snacks, cash bar and door prizes will be featured! Tickets are $8 in advanced at CASI or The Quad City Times and $10 at the door.

This event is sponsored by Trailways.

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Attention all car-lovers! You're in for a treat this weekend when the 19th Annual Iowa/Illinois Regional Auto Show rolls in to the RiverCenter. Come see the latest automotive technology at the area's largest new car show! On an unrelated note, we've rescheduled Icestravaganza for Sunday, February 17. Mark your calendar and plan to bring down the family for this great event, too!

 

Enjoy an evening full of music, food, and romance at the Quad City Symphony Orchestra's second annual Valentine's Gala.  Guests can enjoy hosted beer and wine, appetizers, and a silent auction before dinner.  The festivities then move to the nearby Adler Theatre where the Quad City Symphony Orchestra will perform symphonic dances from Bernstein and Tchaikovsky to swing-era favorites featuring performers from Five by Design.

 

rajun cajun The taste of New Orleans will make its way to the Figge Art Museum during their Mardi Gras Rajun Cajun Fest! Local chefs will be set up in the lobby where guests can sample Cajun creations from each chef! If you're looking for some Cajun music to keep the theme going, head to the River Music Experience Sunday for to see BeauSoliel Avec Michael Doucet perform.

dancersSee how Germany celebrate's an event similar to Mardi Gras by heading over to the German American Heritage Center open house this Sunday. Enjoy music and free admission during the German Festival of Fasching. Check out the grand opening of the newest GAHC exhibit: Eye of the Beholder: Photography of Bradley W. Schaupp for free, too.

 

valentine's dinner Treat yourself and a sweetheart to an early Valentine's Day! Head out to River's Edge for a Valentine's Day Public Skate on Friday. Then indulge in a 4 Course Valentine's Dinner at Bix. Enjoy a menu full of exquisite cuisine! Also, if you're looking to enjoy another four-course gourmet dinner, don't forget to sign up for a Valentine's Day Dinner at Modern Woodmen Park on February 14th, 15th, or 16th.

 

nadasRiver Music Experience will host a wide array of shows this weekend featuring folk music during the Chicago Farmer Album Release Show, rock during The Nadas CD Release Show, and Americana when Levi Lowrey takes the stage. Register for QC ACT Session 1: Sell It on Saturday and learn some tips from from keynote speaker Sean Moeller of Daytrotter.  The workshop will give you a chance to  to network with other artists, too.

 

50 Shades of Clay Love the movie Ghost?  How about making pottery?  There's still time to register for the cleverly titled Fifty Shades of Clay!  This unique Valentine's event for couples will take place at Bucktown on Saturday, February 16. Don't miss your chance to have some romantic fun!   All proceeds go towards supporting Midcoast Fine Arts.

 

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This Week's Events: February 7 - February 13


Thursday, February 7

Blackhawk College Jazz Band

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 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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Curator Lecture- Picturing Identity: The Allure of Portraiture

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 7:00 p.m.

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

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Danika Holmes

Where: Barrel House 211

Time: 8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Draw, Draw, Draw! Class

Where: Figge Art Museum

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

Price: $65/member; $75/non-member

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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

 

Kilkenny's Open Mic with Karl

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Levi Lowrey

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

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

Price: $8 in adv., $10 day of show

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Live Lunch with Lojo Russo

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 5:15 p.m. - 6:45 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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Thursdays at the Figge

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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

Website

 

Trivia Challenge - Win Gift Certificates!

Where: Brady Street Pub

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

Price: FREE

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Wine & Art (Sold Out)

Where: Figge Art Museum

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

Price: $15/student

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Young Artists at the Figge: Moline Reception

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 6:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

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

Website

Friday, February 8

19th Annual Iowa/Illinois Regional Auto Show

Where: The RiverCenter

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: Adults 13 and over $7, Senior Citizens 62 and over $6, Children 7-12 $3, Children 6 and under FREE

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Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

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

Price: N/A

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Chicago Farmer Album Release Show
Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room
Time: Doors 7:00 p.m. / Show 8:00 p.m.
Price: $8 in adv., $10 day of show
Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: River's Edge, Ice
Time: 8:15 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Price: $10
Franti Project
Where: Brady Street Pub
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Live Lunch with Tony Hoeppner
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Male Review
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m.
Price: $15 in adv., $20 at the door
Mike Cochrane
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

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

Price: $5 and up

Website

 

STILL...Members' Preview Reception

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Price: FREE to members

Website

 

Valentine's Day Public Skate

Where: River's Edge ice

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

Price: $5 and up

Website

 

Saturday, February 9

 

19th Annual Iowa/Illinois Regional Auto Show

Where: RiverCenter

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: Adults (13 & over) $7, Senior Citizens (62 & over) $6, Children (7-12) $3, Chldren (6 & Under) FREE

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$20,000 Cash is King Drawing

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 11:00 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

 

Exhibition: Picturing Identity: The Allure of Portraiture

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

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Exhibition: Portrait of Maquoketa: The Dimensional View

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

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Exhibition: Sculpting with Fiber

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

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Exhibition Opens: Alison Saar: STILL...

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition: Young Artists at the Figge

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

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

Price: FREE

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Just Chords Live at Barrel House

Where: Barrel House

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

Price: FREE

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Live Lunch with John McLaughlin
Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

Male Review
Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 8:00 p.m. & 10:00 p.m.
Price: $15 in adv., $20 at the door

Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Public Skate
Where: River's Edge, Ice
Time: 10:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Price: $5 and up

QC Act Session: Sell It
Where: River Music Experience, RME Hall
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Price: $30

Quad City Symphony Orchestra
Where: The Adler Theater
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Price: $10, $23, $32, $42, and $53

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
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Sneaking Suspicion

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 9:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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Songwriter's All-Original Open Mic

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

Website

 

The Nadas CD Release Show

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: Doors 7:00 p.m. / Show 8:00 p.m.

Price: $13 in adv., $15 day of show

Website

 

Sunday, February 10

 

19th Annual Iowa/Illinois Regional Auto Show (Family Day)

Where: RiverCenter

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Price: Adults (13 & Over) $7, Senior Citizens (62 & over) $6, Children (12 and Under) FREE

Website

 

$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Beausoleil Avec Michael Doucet
Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room
Time: Doors 6:30 p.m. / Show 7:30 p.m.
Price: $18 in adv., $20 day of show
Drop-In Soccer
Where: River's Edge, Turf
Time: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Price: $6

Exhibition Opens: Eye of the Beholder: The Photography of Bradley W. Schaupp

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: Noon

Price: Museum Admission or FREE for members

Website

Fasching Open House
Where: German American Heritage Center
Time: Noon - 4:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Live Music: Five Bridges Jazz Band
Where: Brady Street Chop House
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Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Over 30 Hockey

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.

Price: $10

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Sled Hockey

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 4:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

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

 

Tour: Picturing Identity: The Allure of Portraiture

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 1:30 p.m.

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

Website

Monday, February 11

 

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

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

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

Price: $5 and up

Website

Tuesday, February 12


Acoustic Music Club
Where: River Music Experience, RME Cafe
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
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Book Discussion: The Ninth: Beethoven and the World in 1824
Where: Bettendorf  Public Library
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Price: FREE

Class: Figure Drawing
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 6:00 p.n. - 8:00 p.m.
Price: $20/3 classes/student; $30/3 classes/adult; $12/single session

Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Cookware Craze!

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 10:00 a.m. - Noon; 6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.

Website

 

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: The River's Edge, Ice
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Price: $10
Website

Lymphoma Cancer Benefit for

Anthony Constantino Sr.

Please Join Us

All money raised will help the family with medical bills and expenses.

February 24th 2013

3:00pm-8:00pm

Biscuits Bar Grill

600 Front Street

Buffalo, IA

Davenport, IA - Technology continues to improve the safety and entertainment value of vehicles and Iowa Illinois Regional Auto Show attendees will get a first-hand look at these innovations Friday, February 8th through Sunday, February 10th at the River Center in Downtown Davenport. These technological advancements are currently available in select new model vehicles:

Inflatable Rear Seat Belts - When these new air bag seat belts deploy, they provide added protection for both children and adults in the back seat. (Currently available as an option in the Ford Explorer and Lincoln)

Accident Avoidance Sensors - State-of-the-art sensors monitor other vehicles around the car, as well as the driver's reactions to preemptively prepare for collisions, and in some cases, prevent them. In addition, cars are now equipped with radar-guided cruise control to minimize rear-end accidents and chime alerts to wake sleepy drivers. (Currently available in select models from Acura, Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Hyundai, Infiniti, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Toyota and more.)

Pandora Internet Radio - Popular on computers and even mobile devices, this feature plays music similar to the song or artist suggestions entered. Pandora also allows users to create their ideal custom radio station and take it on the road. (Currently available in vehicles from BMW, Buick, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Hyundai, MINI, Toyota and Scion.)

Smartphone Applications - With smartphones quickly overtaking the mobile market, auto manufacturers have developed Apps to integrate with their product. Many of the Apps enable owners to lock/unlock doors, check tire pressure and even remotely start the vehicle. Some electric cars, like the Nissan LEAF™, enable drivers to check the car's charge through the app as well. (Available in select vehicles from Buick, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Nissan and more.)

Parking Assist - Ideal for drivers who struggle with parallel parking, sensors maneuver the vehicle into a parking spot with the push of a button. (Currently available in several vehicles from BMW, Ford, Lexus, Toyota and more.)

Built-in WiFi - From inside a car, weather, navigation, show times, email and even gaming are just a click away. Passengers can surf the web from their laptops while the car is moving and drivers can access the web from the navigation screen while the vehicle is parked. (Currently available in several Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Ford and Mercedes-Benz vehicles.)

Streaming Bluetooth Audio - Music enthusiasts can now listen to MP3 players through Bluetooth. Streaming Bluetooth audio offers the ability to play stored MP3s without wires. This capability is available on the iPhone, Droid and any MP3 player equipped for streaming with an adapter. (Currently available in select models from Lexus, Subaru and Toyota.)

Pause Live Radio - This new technology allows the driver to pause the radio and record up to 20 minutes of live broadcasting, which can be played back later. (Currently available in several new vehicles from Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC.)

My Gig -Transferring CDs and MP3s is now a breeze. Once a CD is loaded, or an MP3 player connected, files can be transferred to the head unit's hard drive and the music will remain available, even when the CD or MP3 player is removed. (Currently available in several Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles.)

Voice Controlled, Hands-Free Music in Ford and Lincoln SYNC - Allows users to search music collections by song, artist, genre, album or playlist with voice commands. Drivers can simply say "play track" and the name of a favorite song to hear the tune. To create a custom playlist, drivers simply tell the SYNC to "play similar" to hear an entire song playlist of the same genre. (Currently available in several Ford and Lincoln vehicles.)

BMW Connected - Drivers can use their iPhones to connect with their BMW. Connected uses the phone's data connection to display news, Twitter feeds, Google searches and Pandora Internet Radio on the car's screen. It also features an analyzer to help owners drive more efficiently. (Available on models from BMW.)

Engine Start-Stop Systems - To improve fuel economy, automakers are installing start-stop systems in many hybrid models, and they are catching on for non-hybrid models as well. The system automatically shuts down and then restarts the engine to minimize idling, improving fuel economy by anywhere from 5 to 15% and reducing emissions. (Currently available on select models from BMW, Buick, Chevrolet, Ford, Kia, Toyota and Volvo.)

Many of these technology options can be found in vehicles displayed on the auto show floor. For more information on a specific vehicle or technology, please speak with a manufacturer representative at the show or visit a local new car dealer. See the all new 2014 GM C Sierra and the 2014 Chevy Silverado.

Six scholarships will be awarded at the premier event on February 7th. $25,000 will be awarded to college bound and tech school bound students. To date, the Auto Show has given $205,000 in total scholarships.

Show hours are Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for senior citizens (62 and older), $3 for children 7-12. Children six and younger are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Save time and money, purchase E-tickets in advance at www.QuadCityAutoShow.com and receive a $1 discount off regular adult admission. Attendees will receive a free one-year subscription to Motor Trend magazine with each admission (a $12 value). 

Additional information, discount coupons and directions are also available at www.QuadAutoShow.com.

Saturday February 9, from 12p-3p the Quad City Animal Welfare Center will have cuddly adoptable pets at the show and Sunday February 10 is Family Day. Bring cameras to pose with SpongeBob SquarePants. The Kadel Petting Zoo with be there and the Niabi Zoo will have exotic animals. Balloon artists will be at the show Saturday and Sunday 12p-3p.

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ROCK ISLAND, IL - February 4, 2013 - The third story-telling competition in the QC StorySLAM series will feature stories that offer a glimpse into hidden parts of our everyday world. Damascus Road QC and Theo's Java Club present "Behind the Curtain: Stories From the Inside" on February 15, 2013 at 7:00 PM. The free event will be held at Theo's Java Club at 213 17th Street in Rock Island.
The theme for the evening is "Behind the Curtain: Stories from the Inside." You'll hear stories that give a glimpse into something with which the general public is not familiar. It may be a story about what it's like to be on tour in a band or be a key grip for a movie or teach ballroom dance classes or build a theatrical set that barely holds together for the run of the show with crew members literally holding it up during the last performance.
QC StorySLAM is a storytelling competition. Anyone who attends can tell a story on the night's theme. Potential storytellers put their names in a hat and up to ten storytellers are chosen at random to present on the stage. Each story is judged by the following criteria: the story must be true, be five minutes or less, be told without notes, be about the storyteller (not someone else's story), and revolve around the night's theme.
"Everyone has a story to tell," said Kristin Meyer, host of the first two QC StorySLAM competitions. "StorySLAM is a great chance for people to share the story of their lives " Meyer said, "and it's a good time for the audience."
The QC StorySLAM champion wins a $25 gift card to Theo's Java Club and a custom-designed T-shirt that humbly declares their champion status. Music throughout the event will be provided by local band FRIEND AND FOE. More details and a guide to telling a good story may be found at www.facebook.com/QCStorySLAM.

About QC StorySLAM:
QC StorySLAM is a regular storytelling competition in the Quad Cities, inspired by the New York City club The MOTH. Contestants tell true stories without notes and are judged on sticking to the five-minute time limit, sticking to the theme and having a story that sticks. QC StorySLAM is is sponsored by Damascus Road QC a nondenominational church dedicated to honesty, compassion and spiritual life.

Contact Information:
Tim Suddarth
(Director, QC StorySLAM / Minister, Damascus Road QC)
(309) 721-7064
QCStorySLAM@yahoo.com
www.facebook.com/QCStorySLAM
www.DamascusRoadQC.com
Saturday, February 16th, 2013 at 2:00PM

Davenport, Iowa - Next month, Oakdale Memorial Gardens will host a ceremony in remembrance
of Congressional Medal of Honor recipient John Vale. This event is endorsed by the Iowa Civil War
Sesquicentennial Committee. John Vale earned his Medal in a skirmish that took place on February 15, 1863.

Vale was born in London, England, and emigrated to Le Claire, Iowa as a young man.
He later moved to Minnesota, where he enlisted in Company H of the 2nd Minnesota
Volunteer Infantry. On the fateful day of February 15, 1863, he was one of a
detachment of sixteen men who defended a Union supply convoy against a Confederate
Calvary unit 125 strong. After the war, he settled in Davenport, where he worked in the
Post Office for many years. In 1897, he was one of eight other men from that group of
sixteen who were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor.

A ceremony to honor Mr. Vale will be held at his gravesite in Oakdale Memorial
Gardens, 2501 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 2:00 pm.
The ceremony will include a reading of the official Medal of Honor citation as well as
the report of the skirmish by Brigadier General James Steedman, a wreath-laying by
Company "A" 49th Regiment Veteran Volunteer Infantry / SVR Honor Guard for the
Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War and military honors.

Oakdale Memorial Gardens, an independent non-profit cemetery, was established in 1856 with burials
beginning in 1857. Located on Eastern Avenue in the heart of Davenport, Oakdale Memorial Gardens is one of
the Quad Cities' oldest and most beautiful cemeteries, boasting century-old oaks, gentle rolling hills and knolls,
and a beautiful reflecting pond near the cemetery entrance. Known as a rural or Victorian cemetery (though
burials still take place today), it is the final resting place for many historic Quad Cities figures, including Leon
"Bix" Beiderbecke, Mary Putnam (of the Putnam Museum), members of the Palmer family (the founders of
chiropractic and Palmer College of Chiropractic) and over 288 veterans of the Civil War.

Winter Fun Day Planned

On Saturday, February 9th at 1:00 P.M. the Wapsi River Environmental
Education Center will be hosting a Winter Fun Day. Come to the Wapsi River
Center for a fun-filled day of winter activities. This is an event the whole family can
enjoy, so plan to come out and discover winter at its best. A limited number of skis
and snowshoes are available, so please call to reserve equipment; (563) 328-3286.
BYOM ~ Bring your own mug.

9:30 A.M. ~ Cross-country Ski Clinic ~ Participants will learn about proper skiing
techniques, safety and equipment. Participants may bring their own equipment.

12:30 P.M. ~ Snowshoe Nature Hike ~ We will be traveling the way of the Native
Americans and early pioneers, looking for signs of life in the still, winter woods.

2:00 P.M. ~ Winter Bird Feeding ~ Come learn how to identify winter birds; plus
how to attract and feed our feathered friends. Fun for all ages!

3:00 P.M. ~ Fabulous Furs ~ come join a Wapsi naturalist to learn about furbearers
that live in our area. Learn how they adapt and thrive during the cold winter months.
Explore the history of fur trapping, trading and how the animals were used.

4:30 P.M. ~ 7th Annual Chili Cook-off ~ The Friends of the Wapsi Center, Inc. will
be hosting this annual competition. Please bring your best chili creation to share, and
possibly win the coveted chili cup!!! Donations are accepted, and please bring your
own table setting.

5:30 P.M. ~ Frostbite Star Party ~ The winter it is a great time for astronomy! The
sky is never clearer than on cold, winter nights. The winter constellations center on
Orion, the Great Hunter. The St. Ambrose University's Menke Astronomical
Observatory is the location; park in lot A.

"FORCING BRANCHES CLASS" Planned

On Saturday, February 16th at 1:00 P.M. the Wapsi River Environmental Education
Center will be hosting a "Forcing Branches class" at 1:00 P.M. at the Wapsi River
Center. Join Horticultural Society members Carolee Stanley and Juanita Spears for an
extensive how-to program. Participants will learn how to force branches into flower
for indoor decorations. Please call to register for the class (563) 328-3286.

Maple-Syruping Demonstration Planned

On Saturday, February 23rd at 1:00 P.M. the Wapsi River Environmental
Education Center will be hosting a maple-syruping demonstration. Join Tom
Greene as he discusses the history and procedure of tapping trees for syrup. Handouts
and where to find tapping equipment will be provided to participants. Please call
(563) 328-3286, if you are interested in attending.

Maple-Syruping Demonstration Planned

On Saturday, March 2nd at 1:00 P.M. the Wapsi River Environmental
Education Center will be hosting a maple-syruping demonstration. Join Tom
Greene as he discusses the history and procedure of tapping trees for syrup. Handouts
and where to find tapping equipment will be provided to participants. Please call
(563) 328-3286, if you are interested in attending.

The Wapsi River Environmental Education Center can be found 6 miles south of

Wheatland or 1 mile northwest of Dixon, Iowa by taking County Road Y4E. Then
turn north at 52nd Avenue and follow the signs for about 1 mile.

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