11 Jun 2012

June 14th. 2012 " New Theology: Religion as Artistic Symbolic Consciousness" by Michael Rosenthal. I.S.E.

By Narveen Aryaputri
June 14th 2012.  7.00 p.m.
Independent Scholars' Evenings :
" New Theology: Religion as Artistic Symbolic Consciousness"
'We have spent years pursuing the Linguistics Turn': Gustav Bergmann, The
University of Iowa.
But the era of textual study is over.
We are now on the path of Archeology and the Symbolic Turn : Art, Music, Dance,
Hollywood, Internet, the Mayan Calander.
Another in his ongoing series of lectures on Consciousness
By
Michael Rosenthal.
Presenter Michael Rosenthal has completed extensive graduate work in theology,
philosophy and psychology at the St. Paul Seminary and the University of Iowa
and Western Illinois University.
Please attend.  Free and open to the public.
The Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Avenue.  Moline. Illinois.
7.00 p.m
second floor of The Moline Club building . Above the Phoenix.
1530 Fifth Ave. Moline.
309-762-9202 for The Institute.
light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.
doors open at 6.30
Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by
The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd. a 501(c)3 at state and
federal level since 1996.

The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd.
www.qcinstitute.org
www.atthephoenix.com
www.themolinecommercialclub.com
www.themolineclub.com
11 Jun 2012

Davenport Parks and Recreation Family Movie Night!

By Kenneth Asta
Davenport Junior Theater is thrilled to host a Movie Night as part of the Family Friday Night Series.  On the second Friday of each month, your family can join us for pizza, lemonade, and a movie in our very own Nighswander Theater.  All movies are rated PG and are for all ages.  And the best part - FREE POPCORN!
Register in advance online for only: $2.50 or pay at the door: $4.00

Happy Feet - Friday, July 13 - 6:00 pm - Junior Theater, 2815 Eastern Avenue

Hook - Friday, August 10 - 6:00 pm - Junior Theater, 2815 Eastern Avenue
08 Jun 2012

This Week in Downtown Davenport

By QC Chamber
Weekly Events Header
Hello!

bandshell Last week we enjoyed the debut of Friday Live at 5, and we're excited to announce that Music on the Levee is also returning for the summer at the newly renovated LeClaire Park Bandshell!  The Josh Duffee Orchestra starts the Sunday series with a free show in the park.

 

Don't miss BeeRME for Music, the fourth annual beer tasting fundraiser for River Music Experience!  This event features a large array of local and regional beers, hour d' oeuvres, and live music by Curtis Hawkins Band.  Plan to have a good time for a great cause!

 

Learn about the history of brewing at the "Suds!" Exhibit at German American Heritage Center! The exhibit opens on Sunday with a lecture about the history of Prohibition in Iowa from Father George McDaniel of St. Ambrose University.  Across the street, plan to take in a River Bandits game when they return home on Tuesday and Wednesday.


Miss Iowa takes over the Adler Theatre on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night.  This state-wide competition features young ladies competing for the opportunity to move on to Miss America.  Also, I AM Productions will present Issues of Life at the RiverCenter this Friday and Saturday.

 

The Figge ushers in the new Waxing Poetic exhibit on Saturday and brings the Locating Place exhibit to a close Sunday!  Learn more about the unique relationship between art and poetry.  In addition to Thursdays at the Figge, a sold out "Wine & Art!" kicks off the week tonight!  The Museum Tour allows a great time to explore on Sunday afternoons.

 

RME will also host The Coop with Brothers Rage on the Redstone Room stage Friday night!  The forward-thinking band's core sound is driven by breakbeat, dub, and jazz.  Friday Live at 5 this week features the Jason Carl Band, and be sure to visit RME to see MASQC, 45 on High, and Retro Ron, as well.  Check out Songwriters in the Round, Live Lunch, and an Open Mic Night, too.

 

Enjoy even more live music at Rhythm City Casino this weekend during performances by Adam Beck and Meet the Press.

 

See you downtown!

 

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This Week's Events: June 7 - June 13
Thursday, June 7

$2,800 Bank It Blackjack Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: Registration 5 p.m. Tournament 6 p.m.

Price: $20 entry fee

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Brady Street Pub Lunch Specials & Happy Hour

Where: Brady Street Pub

Time: Lunch specials every weekday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Time: Happy Hour specials every weekday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Time: Sunday, drink specials all day

Prices: See website

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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge

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

Price: $10

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Kilkenny's Live Music

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Live Lunch with LoJo Russo

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

MASQC

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

Website

 

Miss Iowa

Where: Adler Theatre

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: $32

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Million Points Giveaway

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 10:00 a.m., Noon, and 2:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

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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: 6:00 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

Website

 

Wine & Art!

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Price: $15

Website

 

Friday, June 8

$25,000 Power Hour Hot Seat Giveaway

Where: Rhythm City Casino
Time: 5:30 p.m - 10:00 p.m.
Price: FREE

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45 on High

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Adam Beck

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: 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

Website

 

Cellarman's Series: Firkin Friday!

Where: Great River Brewery

Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Price: N/A

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Friday Live at 5 Featuring Jason Carl Band Sponsored by Betty, Neuman & McMahon, PLC

Where: River Music Experience Courtyard

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

Price: FREE

Website

 

Issues of Life presented by I AM Productions

Where: RiverCenter, Great Hall

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: $22 advance; $27 day of show; $32 VIP

Website

 

Kilkenny's Live Music

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Live Lunch with Tony Hoeppner

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Miss Iowa

Where: Adler Theatre

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: $32

Website

 

The Coop with Brothers Rage

Where: River Music Experience, Redstone Room

Time: 9:00 p.m.

Price: $7

Website

 

Saturday, June 9

$1 Deals

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: While hard beverages are served

Price: $1 drink specials

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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: David Plowden's Iowa

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition: Sculpting with Fiber

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 10:00 a.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition Opens: Waxing Poetic: Exploring Expression in Art

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

Website

 

Gift Cards Galore

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: All Day

Price: FREE

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Issues of Life presented by I AM Productions

Where: RiverCenter, Great Hall

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: $22 advance; $27 day of show; $32 VIP

Website

 

Kilkenny's Live Music

Where: Kilkenny's Pub

Time: 9 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Live Lunch with Dave Smith

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Meet the Press

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

Website

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Miss Iowa

Where: Adler Theatre

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: $42

Website

 

Retro Ron

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

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

Price: FREE

Website

 

BeeRME for Music presented by Crawford Company & Northwest Bank and Trust

Where: River Music Experience, Second Floor

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Price: $18 advance; $25 day of event

Website

 

Songwriters in the Round

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 2:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Sunday, June 10

 

$3,000 Sunday Shake Up Slot Tournament

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

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Exhibition Closes: Locating Place: Perceptions of Space in 20th Century Photography

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 5:00 p.m.

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

Website

 

Exhibition Opens: Suds: History of Brewing

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($5), or FREE with membership

Website

 

Music on the Levee: Josh Duffee Orchestra - Big Band

Where: Bandshell, LeClaire Park

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Prohibition in Iowa

Where: German American Heritage Center

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Price: Museum Admission ($5), or FREE with membership

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: Sundays at the Figge

Where: Figge Art Museum

Time: 1:30 p.m.

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

Website

 

Monday, June 11

2 Times Points Plus

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 4:00 p.m. - Midnight

Price: FREE

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DAGOBAH

Where: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Happy Hour

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Price: $1 Drink Specials

Website

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Nifty 50's

Where: Rhythm City Casino

Time: 6:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Price: FREE

Website

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Public Skate

Where: River's Edge

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

Price: $5 and up

Website

 

Tuesday, June 12

 

Acoustic Music Club

Where: River Music Experience, Community Stage

Time: 4:30 p.m.

Price: FREE

Website

 

Competitor Coupon Craze

Where: Rhythm City Casino

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

Price: FREE

Website

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Drop-In Hockey (Adult)

Where: River's Edge

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

Price: $10

Website

 

Freight House Farmers Market
Where: Freight House Building and Parking Lot
Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Price: FREE

Website

 

Happy Hour
08 Jun 2012

Lincoln and Grant Benefit Performance at Bethel Wesley United Methodist Church

By Barbara Roseman

On Sunday, July 1st, Bethel Wesley United Methodist Church will host a benefit performance of a new play, The Chronicles of Lincoln and Grant.  The Civil War show is co-authored and performed by Quad City actors Tom Swenson and Dan Haughey, who will portray Lincoln and Grant, respectively in a 50-minute, two-person performance.  Showtime will be 6:30 p.m.  A free-will offering wil be taken, all of which wil be donated to the Wounded Warriors Project.

This original play features key reflections of Lincoln and Grant as they struggle through the early years of the Civil War, attempting to grapple with their public and private lives and their faith and to balance loyalties to family, friends, their fellow citizens and history.  A question and answer period with the performers wil immediately follow the performance and then the audience will be invited to enjoy dessert.  Swenson, of Davenport, and Haughey, of Moline, who have portrayed their interpretations of Lincoln and Grant separately as solo artists in schools, libraries, and museums across the nation, now combine their talents in this compelling drama.

The Wounded Warriors Project has provided assistance to the church's pastors, Sonia and Julio Alvarado, whose son, Sgt. Luis Alvarado, was critically injured in Afghanistan last November.  He has been in an ICU unit in San Antonio and now in Tampa.  Recently, he was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.  Church members hope this performance will enable people to celebrate the Fourth of July while also giving thanks to the Wounded Warriors Project for its support of the Alvarados and others in need of their services.

Bethel Wesley United Methodist Church is handicapped accessible.  For more information, contact Karen at 309-764-0619 or go to www.bethelwesley.org.

08 Jun 2012

QC Comic Book Convention

By Alan Morton
The Quad Cities Comic Book Convention will be held on Saturday Jun1 16 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.
08 Jun 2012

Local Teenager Takes a Stand for the End of Child Abuse at The 1,000 Mile Journey

By Shirley Darsidian
CLINTON, IOWA - June 5, 2012 - A Clinton teenager with a family history of child abuse is saying "Enough!" and built a team of over 44 people to walk with her for the End. McKenzley Morris has raised hundreds of dollars in pledges and inspired local teachers to build a team of their own.

The 1,000 Mile Journey is a one mile walk for the end of child abuse going from the Courthouse to Bandshell Park in Clinton, Iowa and these local young people are taking that stand with hundreds of others.

On Sunday, June 10th, at 1:00 pm McKenzley Morris and Hanna Roth, Founder of The Rainbird Foundation will be speaking to those walking in The 1,000 Mile Journey. The event is sponsored by Brenton Williams Financial, Ashford University, and Clinton Printing. Local non-profits working in the area of ending child abuse will have booths including the Discovery Center, YWCA, Big
Brothers Big Sisters, Make a Wish, and Every Child Matters.

Live music by David Smith and activities for children make for a fun day for the kids. Proceeds go to the local participating non-profits and to the local Iowa affiliate of The Rainbird Foundation, a 501(c)(3) committed to the end of child abuse.

"It's a community effort," says Walk Director Shirley Darsidan. "We're asking Clinton, the Quad Cities, and surrounding communities to join us by walking one mile. 1,000 people walking one mile is easier and more fun than one person walking 1,000 miles. Ending child abuse requires the same, each person taking the next step, small or large, will make the difference. The 1,000 Mile Journey can be the next step."

Registration for children 12 and under is free, teens are $10, twenties are $20, and adults 30 and older are $30. Each participant is encouraged to raise pledges, funds that will be granted to local organizations, and prizes will be given to the top pledge earners.

Organizers are asking people to register online in advance at www.1000milejourney.org or from 6-8pm Friday the 8th at Riverside Restaurant on 2nd Street. For more information, please contact Shirley Darsidan at shirleydarsidan@rainbirdfoundation.org.
08 Jun 2012

Young Entrepreneur's Market Is This Saturday!

By Elly Gerdts

The Family Museum Offers a Place for Buyers and Sellers to Meet

Bettendorf – Closets filled with toys and games. Beds hiding sports equipment and puzzles. Kids acquire mountains of stuff through the years, and the Family Museum offers a perfect place to sell these under-used and forgotten items: the annual Young Entrepreneur's Market. This year the Market will be held on Saturday, June 9 from 8:30-11:30 AM. It's free to shop, but sellers must be pre-paid and pre-registered by Wednesday, June 6.

This event is designed to teach young entrepreneurs about sales, marketing, and merchandising. Participants are welcome to sell their artwork, crafts, toys, sports equipment, clothing, costumes, or any other gently used items at this popular "garage" sale. This is a great opportunity for kids to clean out their toy boxes, empty their closets, and sell the things they no longer play with or have outgrown. It's also a great venue for kids to sell crafts, artwork, and other handmade items.

The Young Entrepreneur's Market is open to all youth ages 5-14. Sellers must be accompanied by an adult. Each parking space is $10. Participants must be pre-registered by Wednesday, June 6 to attend. For more information or to reserve a space, call Julie Klein at (563) 344-4170.

08 Jun 2012

Quad Cities Cruisers Open Run XXX Car Show for Charity Saturday June 9, 2012

By Rick Martin
The Quad Cities Cruisers, the Premiere Local Car Enthusiast Club, will celebrate their 30th Year in a row of hosting their annual Open Run Car Show for Charity.  This year's event is at the JC Penney Parking Lot of South Park Mall, Moline, IL, from 4p-9p.  This year's charities that the Quad Cities Cruisers are working for are:  ARROWHEAD RANCH, VIET NAM VETERANS Chapter 299, and QC CRIMESTOPPERS.

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

Admission for spectators is FREE.

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

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

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

The Quad Cities Cruisers is close to 90 Household Members Strong!  The Quad Cities Cruisers originated in 1981.  Over the past 31 years the Quad Cities Cruisers have donated thousands upon thousands of dollars to worthwhile and deserving local charities.

For more information contact:

John Bain, President (563)505-6965
Paul Klauer, Car Show Chairman (563) 508-6211

The Quad Cities Cruisers thank you in advance for your continued support in helping make the community aware of our event.

Our Club Event Telephone line - 563-355-0036

Our Club Website- www.quadcitiescruisers.org
08 Jun 2012

10 Winners Announced at White House Youth Summit, Featured in Jon Bon Jovi Video June 4, 2012 (Washington, DC) - Jasmine Babers of Rock Island, IL, is a winner of the SparkOpportunity Challenge, an innovative "crowdsourcing" competition that asked young

By Lora Adams
MOLINE, ILLINOIS - WQPT, Quad Cities PBS is holding a series of events with the title character from "Martha Speaks" to help raise awareness and education on Pet Care. Martha will be at all events for a meet and greet, plus there will be children's activities and tours of the shelters.

Martha will appear at the following locations:

Monday, June 18
1:00 to 2:30 pm
Rock Island County Animal Care and Control
4001 78th Avenue, Moline, IL

Tuesday, June 19
10:00 to 11:30 am
Moline Public Library
3210 41st Street, Moline, IL

Thursday, June 21
2:00 to 3:30 pm
Humane Society of Scott County
2802 West Central Park Ave, Davenport, IA

Friday, June 22
1:00 - 2:30 pm
Geneseo Public Library
805 N. Chicago Street
Geneseo, IL

Kids will receive a free "Martha Speaks" book when they donate one of the following products to help keep our local shelters clean and safe:

Bleach
Cat Litter
HE Laundry Detergent
Antibacterial Hand and Dish Soap
Paper Towels.

WQPT is a media service of Western Illinois University located in Moline, Illinois.
06 Jun 2012

TRIVIA NIGHT FUNDRAISER IN MILAN

By Jared Johnson

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TRIVIA NIGHT

IN MILAN IL

JUNE 23RD

DOORS OPEN AT 5PM

50/50 DRAWING

GIFT BASKET RAFFLES

PULL TABS

MUST BE 18 TO PLAY

MONEY BENEFITS MILAN FIREWORKS

RESERVE YOUR TABLE $80

CALL 309-787-8510 (PAM)

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