The Quad City Coin Club's annual Spring coin show will be Sunday, April 7, 2013. The show will be held at the Milan Community Center. Admission is FREE.

The show will open at 9am and close at 4pm. There will be 80 tables offering U.S. and foreign coins, paper money, gold, silver, and coin supplies.

This year, kids will be able to select coins from our World treasure chest and other numismatic items at the door. Also, we will have a youth coin auction at 1:30pm. Each participant will receive play money to bid on lots donated by club members and dealers.

We will also have FREE door prizes every hour and a gold raffle.

Members will be available to identify coins and paper money, answer questions on coin collecting and the Quad City Coin Club. A lunch stand will be available at this year's show.

If you are interested in coins or history, come to the show, where you can hold history in your hands.

Healing the wounds of violence through faith

Healing the wounds of violence through faith, the overall theme of this year's Lenten supper/discussion series, Peace Soup, will be the topic of discussion when the March 19th session convenes at 6:00 p.m. in St. Boniface Hall, Clinton, The series, sponsored by Prince of Peace Parish Pax Christi and the Clinton Franciscan Center for Active Nonviolence and Peacemaking, is free and open to the public.

Clinton Franciscan Sister Eileen Golby will lead the discussion which will feature a presentation by Todd & Shelley Seifert of DeWitt.

Sister Eileen, a newly elected member of the Sisters of St. Francis General Leadership Team, served for 16 years as a pastoral associate at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Lexington, Ky., before moving to Clinton this summer following her election to leadership.  A new member to the Pax Christi planning committee, Sister Eileen is not new to healing the wounds of violence through faith, having worked with victims of violence for many years.

She will be joined by the Seifert's who will share their personal story of how they have helped heal the wounds of violence through faith.  Their own struggles have led them to a deeper trust in God and the gift of forgiveness as they .have overcome the effects of violence in their own lives.  They will offer examples of how people of faith can respond to violence and how faith communities can be sanctuaries of trust, safety and guidance. They will address the use of prayer to foster hope and to support victims as well as suggesting ways to cultivate a culture of peace throughout one's community.

Peace Soup, now in its seventh year, includes a free soup and bread supper, which begins at 6 pm and is followed by the open discussion.  "We welcome all our neighbors to join us," said Gabriela Egging, coordinator of the series.  There is no registration required.

This year's series will conclude on Tuesday, March 26, with a presentation by former Iowa State Senator Maggie Tinsman, Davenport, on Human Trafficking, the largest and fastest growing criminal enterprise in the world.  As State Senator, Tinsman introduced what became Iowa's anti-human trafficking law, one of the first in the nation.  Originally scheduled for last month, her presentation had to be postponed due to a snowstorm.

Details on the 2013 Peace Soup series are available at www.jcpop.org and at www.clintonfranciscans.com or by calling Prince of Peace Parish at 563-242-3311 or Sisters of St. Francis, 563-242-7611.

WHO:   NorthPark and SouthPark Malls will host a Miss Sunburst model search and baby contest on Saturday, March 16.

WHAT:  Entries are being accepted now for the Miss Sunburst model search and baby contest.  Winners will go to the state finals in May. The baby pageant is for boys and girls. The age groups are as follows:

Baby - under one year
Tiny - 1 year
Little - 2-3 years
4-6
7 - 10
11 - 13
14 - 17
18 - 27

A king and queen will be chosen in each age group. They will receive a crown and trophy and runners-up in each age group will also receive a trophy and crown. The model search is for girls ages 4 - 27 years old. The age groups are as follows:

Each age group will have a group line up and optional events will be judged. After the group lineup, each child will go on stage one at a time, with one adult and come to the center of the stage. A winner in each age group will receive a crown and trophy and runners-up will also receive a trophy and crown. Each contestant will receive a crown and trophy. Entry forms are available at the Guest Service Center in front of Younkers at NorthPark Mall and at the Mall Office in SouthPark Mall. Contact www.pageantinfo.com or call 813-839-8054 to have all the information sent to you.

WHEN:  March 16, 2013

SouthPark Mall - 11am
NorthPark Mall - 4pm

WHERE:

SouthPark - DEB Court

NorthPark - Dillard's Court

CAMERA CREWS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS WELCOME

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Have You Renewed Your Chamber Membership for 2013?!

Deadline to remain in good standing is March 15!

WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS!

Kernel Cody's Popcorn Shoppe - new owners, Diane Frascello and Joel Johnson, 125 North Cody Road, Le Claire, IA 52753

kernelcodys@iowatelecom.net All different flavors of popcorn, Lagomarcino's fine chocolates and over 85 types of candy!

The Black Watch Room - Kelly Schone - 3851 Forest Grove Drive, LeClaire, IA 52753. phone: 563-332-5072. Website: theblackwatchroom.com Planning a Wedding?  Hosting a Retirement or Graduation Party?  Coordinating a Bridal or Baby Shower? Book your Special Events with us!

Charles Schwab - Eric M. Johannes, CFP®, Independent Branch Leader and Financial Planner - 5345 Elmore Avenue, Suite 300, Davenport, IA 52807 phone: 563-275-3663. Helping you plan meet your financial goals for years to come.

CALENDAR

March 8th - Slagle's Wine, Spirits and Beer Tasting - 5-7 p.m. Slagle Foods 2, Inc.,1301 Eagle Ridge Road, LeClaire. Stop in and try something new!

March 8^th - Ascentra Branches - Casual for a Cause Day. Employees pay $5 to dress casually. Proceeds collected will go towards St. Bladrick's Foundation, a cause dedicated to curing childhood cancer.  Locally, the "shaving of the heads" will take place at the DeWitt Just Irish Enough Parade & St. Baldrick's Fundraiser on Saturday, March 16th. Ascentra's Casual for a Cause days are held twice a month where each staff member donates $5 to dress casual with all proceeds benefitting a local organization or family in need.  Anyone is welcome to join this effort and donate to this great cause.

March 9th - Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center benefiting the LeClaire Civic Club 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!

March 12^th - Chamber Networking Breakfast - 8:00 a.m. McDonald's, LeClaire

March 14th - Vegan & Vegetarian Night at the Crane & Pelican Café - Details and Menu at www.craneandpelican.com

March 15th - 17th - Bier Stube St. Patricks Day Celebration - $9.99 corned beef and cabbage and red potatoes, served all day long Fri-Sun. 1001 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. 563-289-2121

March 16th - LeClaire Rec Center Family Night - www.leclairereccenter.com

March 23^rd - Tug Fest Trivia Night - LeClaire Fire Station. Doors open at 6 PM. Trivia starts at 7 PM. $10 per person. 8 person max per team. Bring your own snacks and drinks. (alcoholic beverages are allowed but limited to beer and wine coolers only please) Contact Kari Long iatugfestfan@gmail.com or Barry Long bal400@aol.com for more details or to reserve your table.

March 26th - Civic Club Annual Corporation Meeting that was originally scheduled for Feb. 26th, is now rescheduled for March 26^th at the LeClaire Civic Center. Pot Luck at 6:30 PM and Annual Meeting at 7:00PM. All Civic Club members and their guests are encouraged to attend. Also, anyone interested in joining the Civic Club may attend as my guests.

March 26th - Reusable Usables - Women's Full Moon Circle Yoga - 7:30-8:45 p.m. Full Moon Circle is our opportunity to explore and learn from each other, and yoga will be led by Jennifer Vondracek.  We look forward to this opportunity to learn from a wonderful group of women, and to celebrate our strength, wisdom & love. $8 or donation. Ongoing event and for more info you can visit our website at www.reusableusables.org or our facebook page or call 563-289-3946

March 30^th - Wide River Winery Easter bonnet Contest! Be creative and have fun! Judging at 3:30p.m. Tasting room is open 11AM-7PM

March 31^st - Bier Stube - Special Easter Sunday Brunch - 9am - 12pm. Seatings begin on the hour.  Price $13.99 for buffet or $19.99 per person with unlimited Bloody Mary's and Mimosas. Also taking reservations for Mothers Day Brunch (May 12th). 1001 Canal Shore Dr., LeClaire. 563-289-2121

Save the Date

FYI

Wide River Winery - New location in LeClaire, IA opening soon! Location: 1 building north of our current location at 106 N Cody Rd.

Paul and his team have been working hard for months. In mid November they uncovered an opening to a tunnel that was part of the Underground Railroad. The building is being transformed and progress is made daily. We are very excited about the opportunities in LeClaire and promise to keep you posted on the opening date. Don't miss the new Wine Garden and live music events this Summer!

Reusable Usables, Planet Green After School Classes 322 N Cody Road, LeClaire, IA  52753 www.reusableusables.org TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS   4:00-5:30 PM 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.   $5 per class thanks to GRANT funding from Iowa DNR. visit www.reusableusables.org Ongoing event and for more info you can visit our website at www.reusableusables.org or our facebook page or call 563-289-3946

"LIKE" the LeClaire Chamber of Commerce on FaceBook Visit the chamber's Face Book page and discover a great source of news, business announcements, events, and other information that is updated frequently. It's a useful source of updated information for all members and non-members!

(ext 1135) or email Cindy Bruhn, Tourism Manager, at Info@VisitLeClaire.com

Chamber 2013 Networking Events - Everyone welcome to attend!

March 12 - McDonalds - breakfast -8am

April 9 - Wide River Winery - after hours - 5-8pm (tentative)

May 14 - Great River Financial - after hours

June 6 - Black Watch Room - after hours - 5-8pm (1st Thursday)

July 9 -  Blue Iguana - Lunch -noon

August 13 - Big Dave and Holly's - lunch -noon

September 10 - Steventon's - after hours - 5-8pm

October 8 - Hungry Hobo - lunch - noon

November 12 - Faithful Pilot - after hours -5-8pm

December 10 - Happy Joes - lunch -noon

January 14, 2014 - Sneaky Pete's - lunch -noon

SERVING THE COMMUNITY AND BEYOND

Meet and greet Pastor Melody any Wednesday from 1-3 pm at Happy Joe's. Pastor Melody from First Presbyterian Church of LeClaire, will be at Happy Joe's in LeClaire, every Wednesday, from 1-3 pm, sipping on a soda, reading and waiting to visit with you and your friends. Stop by and say hi. Or, if you have a prayer request or a question, just let her know.

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:

March 9 - LeClaire Civic Center

April 6 - LeClaire Little League

May 4 - LeClaire Lions

June 8 - Buffalo Bill Museum

July 13 - Hosted by First Presbyterian Church - Hurricane Sandy Victims

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

LeClaire 2013 Events Calendar

Spring - Spring Fling Easter Egg Hunt (Hollyhock Park)

May 5 - Cinco de Mayo

May 17-18 - French Market Days

June 7-8 - LeClaire Garage Sale Days

Summer - Bike Parade & Decorating

August 8-10 - Tug Fest - www.tugfest.com

October 6 - Dogtoberfest (rain date - Oct. 13)

October 13 - Apple Fest

October 24 - Hallowine

October 26 - Witches' Walk

December 6-8 - Christmas in LeClaire

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