27 Dec 2012

Explore the History Behind Inaugural Addresses, at Rock Island Library

By Lisa Lockheart

Rock Island, IL: With the nation's 55th presidential inaugural address nearing on Jan. 21, the Rock Island Library has announced a special program to help put the event into its historical perspective.

"American Identity in the Inaugural Address" will be presented at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, Jan. 9 at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street, by Dr. Steve Klien of the Communication Studies Department of Augustana College.

For nearly 224 years, the inauguration of newly elected presidents has been an important national ritual celebrating American democracy. Inaugural addresses delivered by Abraham Lincoln, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and John F. Kennedy have been among the most powerful and important orations in US history. Dr. Klien will discuss the role of these speeches in shaping American political and cultural identity.

Dr. Klien teaches courses in political communication, rhetorical theory and criticism, media studies, and communication research, including "Communication, Politics, and Citizenship" (an introduction to political communication and rhetorical studies), and "Critical Analysis of Messages" (a course in the rhetorical criticism of public address.)

The program is free and open to the public. For more news about Rock Island Public Library events, visit www.rockislandlibrary.org, call 309-732-7323 (READ) or follow the Rock Island Library on Facebook and Twitter. A monthly calendar of library events is available online and at Rock Island Library locations.

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27 Dec 2012

Vigil in Remembrance of Newtown, Connecticut victims

By David Axelrod
A vigil is being organized to remember Newtown, CT. This effort has grown from the Rock Island and Bettendorf Rotary clubs, but is open to all, not just members of Rotary. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Glenn Kass, Publicity Chair - Bettendorf Rotary, at (309) 269-3634.

WHO: Quad City Rotary Clubs
WHAT: Vigil for Newtown, CT - Open to all from the QCA
WHEN: Monday, Jan. 14th, 2013 - 6:30 PM
WHERE: Modern Woodmen Park
WHY: To remember and support Newtown, CT and it's ongoing recovery from the horrific events of Dec. 14, 2012. The Newtown Rotary Club, Established 1939, has been working within its own community to assist with long- and short-term needs for families, children, and first responders that were impacted. Rock Island and Bettendorf Rotarians are joining to direct attention for these efforts. There is a link to a Facebook event at www.facebook.com/bettendorfrotary. Newtown Rotary has established a 501(c)3 fund that will go directly to those impacted and will also lead to scholarships named for each of the victims. Full info on that fund and the use of donations is available via a link at www.bettendorfrotary.com/sandy-hook-elementary.
20 Dec 2012

Jason's Box Presents PTSD/TBI in the Church

By Rick Martin
Where:
Jardine Auditorium, Trinity Medical Center
2701 17th St
Rock Island, IL 61201
When:
January 9th, 2013
1-3pm
Cost:
Free
During this event sponsored by Jason's Box, the Robert Young Center and Vera French Community Mental Health, speaker Rev. Scott Fluegel, Army Chaplain, will discuss PTSD & TBI in the Church in an effort to provide Clergy with a basic definition of Combat Trauma/PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) as well as an understanding of the needs that Combat Veterans and their families face upon return from duties overseas.  This presentation will also offer insights into the appropriate interventions and an understanding of the Clergy person's role in PTSD Management, in addition to stating how their local Congregation can also help meet those needs.

Reservations: Contact Stephanie Burrough at burrouss@ihs.org or call(309) 779-3077 to reserve your spot.  Seating is limited.  Reservations recommended.
19 Dec 2012

Winter Solstice Service

By Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities

12/21/12 Winter Solstice Service - 7:00pm          

Where is the Light? Solstice: from the Latin sol stetit meaning sun stood still. Join us as we pause, along with the sun, to contemplate where we find the light. We'll share the ritual folklore of the winter solstice, as well as our own insights, through story, poetry, sharing and song. 

*Childcare is available.  Please contact the Congregational office or Sarah Moulton, DRE  ahead of time if you are in need of childcare so we can make arrangements

This is taking place at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities, 3707 Eastern Avenue, Davenport, IA 52807 for questions please call Stephanie the Office Administrator at 563-359-0816

18 Dec 2012

Quad Cities Comic Book Convention

By Alan Morton

The Quad Cities Comic Book Convention will be held on Saturday December 29 at the Ramada Inn in Bettendorf, IA. The Ramada Inn is located at 3020 Utica Rd (I-74 @ Kimberly Rd / Spruce Hills Dr, IA Exit 2).

It will be open to the public from 10 AM to 4 PM and admission for the public is free. Dealers from three states specializing in comic books new and old, toys and related. Or if you have old comics lying around that you no longer want bring them by dealers are buying. For further information contact Alan at (309) 657-1599 or visit www.epguides.com/comics.

18 Dec 2012

The River City Radio Hour : December 21st. 2012

By Heidi M. Sallows
Joshua Forbes TenorSax/Flute
Jon Moss Bass
Corey Kendrick Piano
Glorie Iaccarino MC/Oral Essay
THE RIVER CITY RADIO HOUR
DECEMBER 21ST, 2012
1530 Fifth Avenue, Moline, IL
Social Hour @ 5:30p.m.
Dinner @ 6:30p.m.
Show @ 7:30p.m.
The Moline Commercial Club's Chef Linda will be serving a magnificent GERMAN
dinner prior to the show, by reservation only.
Please call 309-762-8547 to make a reservation.
Elevator is at the 16th Street entrance.
Tickets for Dinner & Show: $25.00/person
Tickets for the show: $5.00/person
*This event is open to the public and the audience can attend the show without
dinner.
Priority seating is given to guests who make dinner reservations.

CELEBRATE THE COMING OF  THE NEW ERA WITH JAZZ
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CELEBRATE THE 100 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF  THE MOLINE COMMERCIAL CLUB BUILDING circa
1912


CELEBRATE THE WINTER SOLSTICE

CELEBRATE FRIDAY
17 Dec 2012

Vander Veer Poinsettia & Light Show

By Davenport Parks & Recreation
Vander Veer Botanical Park Conservatory presents it's annual Poinsettia and Light Show! With thousands of poinsettias and many lighted evergreens it's sure to get you in the holiday mood. It's also a great setting for a Christmas family photo too!  While there check out all the new merchandise in our Conservatory store!

Show Dates: December 1st through January 12th

The conservatory is open

Tuesday - Friday:

10am - 4pm

Saturday: 10am -  8pm

Sunday: 10am - 4pm

Admission is only $1,

free for kids 16 and under

Vander Veer Botanical Park 215 W Central Park
13 Dec 2012

SANTA WILL HAND OUT GIFTS TO THE POOR AND HOMELESS CHILDREN AT THE KING'S HARVEST CHRISTMAS PARTY.

By Rick Martin
King's Harvest wants the poor and homeless children to have a joyful Christmas. The organization is having a Kid's Christmas Party and Santa will be handing out donated, wrapped gifts to the poor and homeless children. The event will be held on Saturday, December 15th at King's Harvest located at 824 W. 3rd Street in Downtown Davenport at 9:00 am. The event will be for approximately 150 poor and homeless children.

King's Harvest would like to thank the Quad City Community for donating the wrapped Christmas toys for the less fortunate children. Without the generosity of the Quad City Community this event would not be possible

King's Harvest is a non-profit 501c(3) organization that serves the poor and homeless in the Quad Cities and is located in Downtown Davenport. They offer the following services to the less fortunate: hot meals, shelters, groceries, pet assistance, and various other emergency needs.

If you would like more information about this topic please call Terri Gleize of King's Harvest Ministries at 563-570-4536.

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12 Dec 2012

Rock Island County Immigrants Learning About Christmas in the U.S.

By M. McNeil

36 adults and 23 children from Mexico, Togo Africa and Asia are going to learn about American Christmas traditions this week.

The Community Resource and Learning Center at Bethel Wesley Church will have a Christmas party on Thursday, December 13th. The families will enjoy a book called "Pete the Cat Saves Christmas" and then make gingerbread houses with frosting and candy. The children will receive Christmas presents from the Church members. A luncheon provided by the Rock Island Regional Office of Education will be served.

The family literacy program is a cooperative effort among Black Hawk College, the Secretary of State, Rock Island School District, the Regional Office of Education Lights ON and Bethel Wesley Church.  The program is part of the 21st Century Lights ON For Learning grant which provides English as a second language classes for immigrants who have children in Rock Island Lights ON schools.

The goals: learning about American traditions about Christmas, and parents doing and making things with their children. Parents are the children's first teachers!

WHO:  Rock Island County Immigants
WHAT:  Learning about how Americans celebrate Christmas
WHERE:  The Community Resource and Learning Center at Bethel Wesley United Methodist Church (1201 13th Street, Moline)
WHEN:  Thursday, December 13th at 10:30 am/lunch at 11:15 am


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10 Dec 2012

Sneak Peek - Rivermont Holiday Open House

By Brittany Marietta

The annual Rivermont Holiday Open House is open to the entire Quad City community!

 

Saturday, December 15th - 4:00-7:00 p.m.

Our campus is home to the historic Bettendorf Mansion - this is a fantastic opportunity to tour the Mansion while beautifully decorated for the season and learn about the history of the city.

The Bettendorf Mansion, constructed in 1915, features many of its original features and is truly breathtaking!

 


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