11 Jan 2013

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 1/10 - 1/16

By QC Chamber

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Hello!

Tired of winter and ready for summer boating and outdoor fun? Head to the Boat, RV, and Vacation Show this Friday through Sunday at the RiverCenter! Now's your chance to shop boats for fishing, cruising, and water sports. Check out the multiple exhibits on resorts and fishing camps, fly-ins, vacations, and much more.

The subject of the Academy-nominated documentary Jules at Eight will be making an appearance at River Music Experience Wednesday! Spend An Evening with Julian Lage and take in a night of jazz guitar by this Grammy-nominated virtuoso who's played with everyone from Santana to Martin Taylor.

The Twin Cities' Davina and the Vagabonds hit the stage at River Music Experience Friday night! Davina's jazzy performance style never disappoints, and get there early to catch the Quad Cities' own Busted Chandeliers open the gig! Head back to RME Saturday for the Kings CD Release Show with special guests Straight Up, Dividing the Masses, and Hello Ramona.

Plan to visit the Figge Art Museum for some quality family time during Portraits Family Day! Studio art activities, story time, refreshments, and more await on this picture-perfect day. While you're there, peruse the new Young Artists at the Figge exhibition. This week's exhibition highlights work from students from the Muscatine Community School District. Be sure to make it to the exhibition's reception Sunday, too!

Just can't get enough of weddings? Check out the new Vintage Vows & Veils exhibit opening this Sunday at the German American Heritage Center. This exhibit, which features wedding traditions at the GAHC, will continue on until May 26th. Come check out unique, vintage photos, gowns, heirlooms, and more!

Enjoy writing original songs? Here's your chance to play, listen, and learn from leaders in the craft as they make music and talk about the process at River Music Experience. Head out for Songwriter's All-Orginial Open Mic this Saturday and hear from talented teenagers just starting out alongside polished musicians who make a living from their original material.

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This Week's Events: January 10 - January 16

Thursday, January 10

Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge, Ice

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

Price: $10

Kilkenny's Open Mic with Karl

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

Live Lunch with Lewis Knudsen

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

QC United Presents Raise the Roof Thursday

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Quad Cities Chamber Business After Hours/Progressive Dinner

Where: Radisson Quad City Plaza, The RiverCenter, and Hotel Blackhawk

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Price: $15 in adv., $20 at the door

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.

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

Trivia Challenge - Win Gift Certificates!

Where: Brady Street Pub

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

Price: FREE

Friday, January 11

Boat, RV, & Vacation Show

Where: RiverCenter

Time: 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Price: $6, Kids 12 and Under FREE, Matinee $4 (2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

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

Price: N/A

Davina and The Vegabonds

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

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

Price: $10

Live Lunch with Tony Hoeppner

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ; 8:15 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

River City 6

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 12

$20,000 Cash is King Drawing

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 11:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Crazy Bad

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m. - Midnight

Boat, RV, & Vacation Show

Where: RiverCenter

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

Price: $6, Kids 12 & Under FREE

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

Exhibition: Portrait of Maquoketa: The Dimensional View

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition: Quilts: Masterworks from the American Folk Art Museum

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition: Sculpting with Fiber

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition Opens: Young Artists at the Figge - Muscatine

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

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

Price: FREE

Kings CD Release Show
Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room
Time: Doors 5:00 p.m. / Show 6:00 p.m.
Price: $8
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Live Lunch with Keith Soko

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
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Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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On the Face of It- Portraits Family Day

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

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

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. ; 9:15 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
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Songwriter's All-Orginal Open Mic

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

Sunday, January 13

$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Boat, RV, & Vacation Show

Where: RiverCenter

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: $6, Kids 12 & Under FREE

Documentary Film Series: Why Quilts Matter: History, Art & Politics
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7) or FREE with membership
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Exhibition Opens: Vintage Vows & Veils
Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: Noon
Price: Museum Admission ($5, $4, or $3), or FREE with museum membership

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

Reception: Young Artists at the Figge: Muscatine

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 12:30 p.m. & 1:00 p.m.

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

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

Tour: Quilts: Masterworks from the American Folk Art Museum

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 1:30 p.m.

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

Monday, January 14

Mexican Monday

Where: Barrel House 211

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

Price: $3 Margaritas and $5 Tacos

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

Tuesday, January 15

Acoustic Music Club
Where: River Music Experience, RME Cafe
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: The River's Edge, Ice
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Price: $10
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Drop-In Soccer
Where: The River's Edge, Turf
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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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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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

Open Jam Session

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Quad City Kix Band

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

Wednesday, January 16

An Evening with Julian Lage

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: Doors 6:30 p.m. / Show 7:30 p.m.

Price: $12 in adv., $15 day of show

Attack of the Casks

Where: Great River Brewery

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

Price: N/A

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

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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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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

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

Price: $5 and Up

RME Open Mic & Jam

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

11 Jan 2013

WQPT'S CHAMPAGNE ON THE ROCKS HELD IN THE GOLD ROOM

By Rick Martin

MOLINE, ILLINOIS -- WQPT, Quad Cities PBS will hold their 12th annual Champagne on the Rocks Gala on Friday, January 25, 2013 in the Gold Room at the Hotel Blackhawk. The Presenting Sponsor for Champagne on the Rocks is The Singh Group, Merrill Lynch-Quad Cities, Global Wealth Management. "We are delighted that Tony Singh and his organization continue to be such great supporters of WQPT" said WQPT Interim General Manager, Jamie Lange

Champagne on the Rocks is WQPT's premiere fundraising event featuring dinner, diamonds, live and silent auctions and musical entertainment featuring The Westbrook Singers.

As each guest arrives they receive a glass of champagne that includes a gem (either a cubic zirconia or a diamond.) Representatives from Expressions Jewelers are on hand to appraise the gems and one lucky guest will win a GIA certified .50-carat diamond, donated by Expressions Jewelers. Guests will also bid on more than 100 items featuring trips, theatre tickets and art work. WQPT Special Projects Coordinator, Bea Brasel said "Our trips include everything from across the country to weekend getaways in our region."

To view a complete list of auction items log on to www.wqpt.org. For further information or to make a reservation to attend Champagne on the Rocks call 309-764-2400 or log on to wqpt.org.

Sponsors for the event include : Gold Sponsor - The Singh Group/Merrill Lynch Quad Cities, Global Wealth Management; Silver Sponsors - Hotel Blackhawk; Diamond Sponsor - Expressions Jewelers. Entertainment Sponsor - Andich and Andich, Attorneys at Law, with additional support from Scott and Carrie Bull and Staack Florists.

The Champagne on the Rocks Committee members include Sarah Andich, Darcey Boone, Sana Harb and Aleeza Singh.

WQPT is a public media service of Western Illinois University Quad Cities located in Moline, IL.

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09 Jan 2013

NON-PROFIT FAIR AT SOUTHPARK MALL

By Aleisha Chiesa

Join SouthPark Mall and area 501C3 organizations for a Non-Profit Fair!

WHO: SouthPark Mall will be hosting a 501C3 non-profit fair.

WHAT: Non-profit organizations in the Quad City area are invited to attend SouthPark Mall's non-profit fair. Those organizations are asked to display and promote their local 501C3 business. Set up will include one table and two chairs. This event is free and will only be for the first 100 businesses. RSVP to Connie at 309.797.8450 before February 1, 2013.

WHEN: February 9, 2013, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

WHERE: Throughout the common area starting in Younkers Court

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Macerich is a fully integrated self-managed and self-administered real estate investment trust,
which focuses on the acquisition, leasing, management, development and redevelopment of
regional malls throughout the United States. Additional information about Macerich can be
obtained from the Company's website at www.macerich.com.

08 Jan 2013

The Power of Diversity: Acclaimed Business Leader Nina Vaca to Speak at Hispanic Chamber's Gala Event

By Rick Martin

IA/IL QUAD-CITIES - Acclaimed business leader Nina Vaca has been selected as the Keynote Speaker and Special Guest of the 2013 Annual Gala of the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GQCHCC). Vaca serves as Chairman and CEO of Pinnacle; Director at both Kohl's Corporation and Comerica, Inc.; Founding Member of the Startup America Partnership; and Chairman of the Board of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

"Nina Vaca serves as a shining example of how a talented, determined minority individual can play a vital role in the international business community," said Lee Vasquez, Executive Director of the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. "She is an inspiration to the Hispanic community, and to everyone who believes in the power of diversity. We are truly proud to have Nina as the keynote speaker at our Annual Gala."

The GQCHCC board of directors and staff invites the community to the 2013 Annual Gala, to be held 5:30 pm., Sat., January 26, 2013, at the Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, Bettendorf, IA. The evening is a celebration of the organization's accomplishments, members, and supporters, and will feature entertainment, dinner, an award presentation, a silent auction, and networking opportunities for attendees.

Admittance for the event is $60 for non-members, $50 for members, and $35 for students. Online Registration for the event at www.gqchcc.com/2013_Annual.html closes Friday, January 18th. Sponsorships are available for tables.

An Illustrious Career
Nina Vaca founded Pinnacle in 1996 as an information technology services provider to the Fortune 500. Pinnacle provides IT-enabled solutions in the growing area of vendor management via IT Staff Augmentation Services, Professional Staffing and Payrolling services. Under her leadership, Pinnacle has become the fifth fastest growing firm in a $20 billion dollar industry.

In 2005, Nina was featured in Fast Company magazine as one of the Top 25 Women Business Builders in the country. In addition, she has been featured in many other high-profile publications, including Vanidades, Ali, Entrepreneur, Kiplinger, Forbes, Hispanic, KERA CEO Review, and Latino Leaders.

Nina is a recipient of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year award for Technology and Communications for the Southwest Region. In 2010, she was named one of the 100 most influential Hispanics in America by Latino Leaders. As an international leader, Nina has represented America in numerous transatlantic leadership forums.

Nina is a graduate of Texas State University with a B.A. in Speech Communications and Business Administration. She has been honored as the youngest Distinguished Alumna in university history. She also holds a Doctor of Laws "Honoris Causa" from Northwood University. She is a graduate of the Harvard Business School, Corporate Governance Executive Program.

For more information on the 2013 Annual Gala, or the Greater Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, visit www.gqchcc.com/2013_Annual.html 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 in Illinois and Iowa, including Sterling, Rock Falls, Muscatine, and West Liberty.

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.

08 Jan 2013

Jan 10th. Chinese artist: Ai Wei Wei in his movie " Never Sorry" Contemorary China and its most compelling prominent Artist. : I.S.E.

By Narveen Aryaputri

Thursday January 10th. 2013

Independent Scholars' Evenings: MOVIE: " NEVER SORRY" director Alison Klayman.

Ai Weiwei: " Never Sorry: examines the complex intersection of artistic practice and social activism as seen through the life and art of China's preeminent contemporary artist.

Ai Weiwei is China's most famous international artist, and its most outspoken domestic critic. Against a backdrop of strict censorship and an unresponsive legal system, Ai expresses himself and organizes people through art and social media. In response, Chinese authorities have shut down his blog, beat him up, bulldozed his newly built studio, and held him in secret detention.

AI WEIWEI: NEVER SORRY is the inside story of a dissident for the digital age who inspires global audiences and blurs the boundaries of art and politics. First-time director Alison Klayman gained unprecedented access to Ai while working as a journalist in China. Her detailed portrait provides a nuanced exploration of contemporary China and one of its most compelling public figures.

7.00 p.m.

doors open at 6.30

light snacks and beverages are served.

1530 Fifth Avenue, Moline. IL 61265

309-762-9202
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The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd is a 501(c)3 organization at state and federal level since 1996.

08 Jan 2013

Community Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Churches United leader Ron Quay scheduled for February 2, 2013

By Cathy Bolkcom

A public Interfaith Memorial Service and Celebration of Life for Rev. Ron Quay, longtime Executive Director of Churches United of the Quad Cities, will be held on February 2, 2013 at 2 PM at the Unitarian Church of the Quad Cities, 3707 Eastern Ave in Davenport.

Rev. Quay died suddenly after a brief illness on December 28 at Trinity West Hospital in Rock Island. A private funeral was held on December 31 and cremation rites followed.

According to Cathy Bolkcom, chaplain and friend of the family, his wife, Marcy Doyle and his sons want to give the public and the faith communities with whom Rev. Quay worked a chance to come together and celebrate his life and his work. "Ron Quay was a great leader for all of us in the Quad Cities. His faith propelled him to take action to make the community a more just place and he took a special interest in connecting and building bridges between the various faith communities in the Quad Cities," said Bolkcom.

Rabbi Henry Karp, Cantor Gail Karp, Dr. Lisa Killinger from the Muslim Community, 1st Baptist ministers Debbi and Flint Miller, Metropolitan Community Church Pastor Rich Hendricks and Unitarian Minister Jay Wolin will all participate in the Celebration of Life.

All are welcome. Memorials in Rev. Quay's name can be made to Churches United or to the family for a local memorial to be arranged. Wheelan-Pressly in Rock Island is handling the arrangements for the family.

07 Jan 2013

Scottish American Society presents the 36th annual Robert Burns dinner

By Gale Hoff

The 36th annual Robert Burns dinner is January 26, 2013 at the Davenport Radisson beginning at 5:30. The event includes music featuring The Barley House Band, the Blackhawk Pipers pipe band, the traditional Scottish dish, haggis, vendors and a silent auction.

Meals range in price from $37.00 to $40.00. Reservations are required by January 24th. Contact John Hoff at 563-332-2421 or email royaleng@mchsi.com.

All are welcome!

04 Jan 2013

Flip Flops and Formal Wear - A Cruise Wear Event

By Rick Martin

American Cancer Society's Discovery Shop in Bettendorf is planning their annual

Flip Flops and Formal Wear - A Cruise Wear Event - Thursday, January 10th

From Flip Flops to Cocktail dresses, to colorful and fun accessories for your home, we have something that will brighten your day. The Bettendorf Discovery Shop in Cumberland Square invites you to join them Thursday, January 10th 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. They are staffed with over 80 volunteers, but is always 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. For more information about the shop, find us on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/QCDiscoveryShop or on Twitter at QCDiscoveryShop

04 Jan 2013

LeClaire Chamber Announcements 1/4/2013

By LeClaire Chamber of Commerce

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 by January 31, 2013. 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's all there....In LeClaire!"

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Friday 01/04/2013

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Now through January 6th - Enright's LeClaire Super Car Wash - "Holiday Token Sale "7 tokens for $20 - each token has a value of $6.00. Tokens Make Great Gifts! Stock up for Winter!

January 8th - Chamber Networking Luncheon - Crane and Pelican - noon

January 10th - Vegan & Vegetarian Night Menu Theme: "Hippy New Year". 3 Courses - $23. Details and Menu at www.craneandpelican.com. Billie Davids' Yellow House Studio is now in the upstairs at the Crane & Pelican! Stop by and meet the artist in person and see her amazing work, and buy a piece of art that will warm your heart & your home.

January 12th - Trivia Night - LeClaire Civic Center benefiting the LeClaire Community Library. This a great cause and the date is coming up quick! 14 Tables are Available! RESERVATIONS SO FAR: LeClaire Library Staff. If you would like a table, please email cournoyer@yahoo.com or call 563-505-6703. If you don't have enough for a full table, they always have a few people that would like to come and join a table that isn't full. Cost is $10 per person with tables up to 8 people each, $50 per table minimum. Everyone will be entered for door prizes. You may bring your own beer, wine and snacks, but soda, water and snacks will also be for sale. Doors open at 6:30, trivia starts at 7:00. 1st place: Entry Money Back; 2nd place 1/2 of Entry Money Back. Join the fun!

January 26th - Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner - Steventon's

1399 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire.

6:00-6:30 pm - Cocktails (Cash Bar)/Silent Auction

6:30 pm - Awards

7:00 pm - Dinner

8:00 pm - Live Auction

6:00-10:00 pm - Music by Keep Off the Grass

Please RSVP by January 18th, 2012 to First Central Bank, 563-289-2265 or email DMULVANIA@FIRSTCENTRALSB.COM $30 per person paid in advance. Make checks payable to LeClaire Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 35 , LeClaire , IA 52753

FYI

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

The folks at Buffalo Bill Museum hope to see you over the winter! It is a great place to take visiting family and friends and "free admission" is a benefit of your membership! The gift shop is also a great place to pick up unique items as well as books about local history, "Buffalo Bill" sweatshirts and t-shirts, and other items you can't find elsewhere! The museum is open daily 9am to 4pm, and Sundays 12noon to 4pm.

Artswork would like to thank all regular customers who do their shopping at Artswork! She appreciates your support of "Buy Local, Buy American Made"! Thank you for nominating "Artswork" as "Best Gift Shop" in the Quad City Times Reader's Choice Awards!

Asbury United Methodist Church in Bettendorf is looking for a Nursery Childcare Attendant. This is a part-time position, not to exceed 8 hours per week. Interested persons need to be available Sunday mornings as well as occasional weeknights and must be at least 19 years old. We are looking for someone who can provide tender, loving, quality care for infants and toddlers. If you are interested in the position, please contact the church office at 563-355-5218 for the complete job description.

If you would like to share information about events, promotions, news, etc., with Tourism, please send an email to info@visitleclaire.com. Your information will be shared with Shopkeepers, the Chamber and the Tourism Board and will be promoted on Facebook and in monthly emails.

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

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.

Still ongoing:

The River Cities' Reader Annual Best of the QC Survey Vote online at http://www.rcreader.com/best-of-qc/survey.php?sid=72 now to February 1, 2013. There are fifty questions, but you only have to answer 15 or more to make your ballot count. Results will be published in the Spring of 2013. Pass this link along and vote for your favorite area eating and drinking establishments!

Trivia Nights in LeClaire at the LeClaire Civic Center

2013 Trivia Nights:

January 12th - LeClaire Community Library

February 9th - Coe Noack Memorial Scholarship

March 9th - hosted by First Presbyterian Church to raise $$ for 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

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

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

Summer 2013 - Bike Parade & Decorating

Summer 2013 - Tug Fest

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

04 Jan 2013

This Week in Downtown Davenport - Jan 3-9, 2013

By QC Chamber

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Hello!

If you have yet to see the 2012 College Invitational at the Figge Art Museum, now's your last chance! This exhibition of the best work from local colleges and universities closes this Sunday. Learn pastel layering, blending, textural techniques in the Pastel Portraits Workshop Saturday, too. On Sunday, see the remarkable journey of Catholic nuns in the US when the Figge shows Band of Sisters.

Ride a loop along the Mississippi and Duck Creek this Saturday starting at 9 a.m. during Chili Loop Rides! Start at the Freight House in Davenport and grab a hot drink at the Fresh Deli. After the ride, return to the Freight House and enjoy chili or corn chowder and other treats from Fresh Deli, local brews from Front Street Brewery, and shopping at the Market.

After sharing the stage with several influential blues artists such as Tommy Castro, Tab Benoit, and Shirley King, Samantha Fish makes her way back to the River Music Experience Saturday! Come hear this Blues prodigy's deceptively mature voice and intense guitar for a fresh, unique blues show. Network at Night kicks off tonight at RME, too.

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Love a good hoppy brew? Don't miss the return of the always popular Hop A Potamus at Great River Brewery on Saturday at 1 p.m! Rhythm City Casino is gearing up for Flatscreen Frenzy down the road, and if you're in the mood for winning a new TV, we recommend you stop by.

Check out the German American Heritage Center this Sunday for their first Open House! See all the great things the museum has to offer for FREE from noon until 4 p.m. Also, for those of you looking become a new member, you can save $5 by doing so Sunday.

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This Week's Events: January 3 - January 9

Thursday, January 3

Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge, Ice

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

Price: $10

Kilkenny's Open Mic with Karl

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

Live Lunch with Lojo Russo

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Network @ Night

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Price: $10 for non-members, FREE for members

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.

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

Trivia Challenge - Win Gift Certificates!

Where: Brady Street Pub

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

Price: FREE

Friday, January 4

Adam Beck

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

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

Price: N/A

Live Lunch with Esme

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

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

Price: $5 and up

Saturday, January 5

$20,000 Cash is King Drawing

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 11:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Adam Beck

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Brewery Tours

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: Noon, 1:00 p.m, 2:00 p.m, and 3:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

Chili Loop Rides

Where: Start and end at the Freight House in Davenport

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Exhibition: 2012 College Invitational

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition: Picturing Identity: The Allure of Portraiture

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition: Portrait of Maquoketa: The Dimensional View

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition: Quilts: Masterworks from the American Folk Art Museum

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Exhibition: Sculpting with Fiber

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Freight House Farmers Market

Where: Freight House Farmer's Market

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

Price: FREE

Hop A Potamus Tapping

Where: Great River Brewery
Time: 1:00 p.m.
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Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Pastel Portraits Workshop (Beg/Int)

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: $110/member, $120/non-member

Public Skate

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 2:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. ; 9:15 p.m. - 11:15 p.m.

Price: $5 and up

River Prairie Minstrels

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

RME Guitar Circle

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Rock the Pit

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE
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Samantha Fish

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

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

Price: $10

Sunday, January 6

$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Documentary Film: Band of Sisters
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Price: $5
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Documentary Film Series: Why Quilts Matter: History, Art & Politics
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7) or FREE with membership
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Exhibition Closes: 2012 College Invitational
Where: Figge Art Museum
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Price: Museum Admission ($7), or FREE with membership
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Midnight Multiplier

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Midnight - 4:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

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Open House

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: Noon - 4 p.m.

Price: Free Admission, $5 off a new or renewing membership

Over 30 Hockey

Where: River's Edge Ice

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

Price: $10

Stick n Puck

Where: River's Edge Ice

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

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

Tour: Quilts: Masterworks from the American Folk Art Museum

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 1:30 p.m.

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

Monday, January 7

Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: The River's Edge, Ice

Time: 5:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

Price: $10

Mexican Monday

Where: Barrel House 211

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

Price: $3 Margaritas and $5 Tacos

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

Tuesday, January 8

Acoustic Music Club
Where: River Music Experience, RME Cafe
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: FREE
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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)
Where: The River's Edge, Ice
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Price: $10
Website

Drop-In Soccer
Where: The River's Edge, Turf
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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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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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

Open Jam Session

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Wednesday, January 9

Attack of the Casks

Where: Great River Brewery

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

Price: N/A

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

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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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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

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

Price: $5 and Up

RME Open Mic & Jam

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

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