10 Jan 2012

The Family Museum Offers Free Evening Admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 16, 2012 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm

By Elly Gerdts

Bettendorf – Enjoy an evening at the Family Museum for free! On Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 16, 2012, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm admission is free for everyone at the Family Museum located at 2900 Learning Campus Drive in Bettendorf, Iowa.

Visitors can explore agriculture and weather in Amazing Acres by making a cloud, touching a tornado, driving a John Deere combine, and shopping in the Amazing Acres Market. Little ones can play safely in PlayHouse by creating a meal in the Alphabet Kitchen, interacting with the virtual pond, and playing house. Busy Bodies has a large heart that visitors can walk through, and the rhythm of the heart may inspire some visitors to create their own rhythms in Rhythm Alley with a pentaphone. There is so much to do at the Family Museum!

For more information, visit the Family Museum`s website www.familymuseum.org.

10 Jan 2012

Independent Scholars' Evenings

By Narveen Aryaputri
As you all know, the Independent Scholars' Evenings  are dedicated to promote and support the work of area Independent Scholars. Held each Thursday at 7.00 pm during a shortened academic school year, this year we are opening the spring session earlier than usual. There is no snow and the temperatures are warm enough for our regular evening sessions.

Should the weather change, of course we may resume the winter break.

Special documentary:

THRIVE.
On
Jan 12 th 2012
At
7.00 pm

THRIVE is an unconventional documentary that lifts the veil on what's REALLY going on in our world by following the money upstream -- uncovering the global consolidation of power in nearly every aspect of our lives. Weaving together breakthroughs in science, consciousness and activism, THRIVE offers real solutions, empowering us with unprecedented and bold strategies for reclaiming our lives and our future. After the presentation there will be critical analysis of the movie within the group, facilitated by Independent Scholar Michael Grady.

Please attend.  Please feel free to forward this email to your network.
These Inidependent Scholars' Evenings we sponsored by The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd. a 501(c) 3 at State and Federal levels since 1996.

Please visit our website www.qcinstitute.org

Looking forward to meeting you at the ISE

10 Jan 2012

ISU Extension and Outreach Calendar

By Amanda Heitz
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January 12, 2012 Private Pesticide Applicator CIC, Scott County Extension Office - 9:30 a.m.

Private Pesticide Applicator CIC, Scott County Extension Office - 1:30 p.m.

 

January 17, 2012 ISU Scott County Extension Council Meeting, Scott County Extension Office - 7:00 p.m.

 

February 8, 2012 Commercial Ag Weed, Insect, & Plant Disease CIC, Scott County Extension Office - 9:00a.m.

 

February 22, 2012 Seed Treatment CIC, Scott County Extension Office - 9:00 a.m.

 

February 28, 2012 ISU Scott County Extension Council Meeting, Scott County Extension Office - 7:00 p.m.

 

March 8, 2012 Ornamental & Turf Applicators CIC, Scott County Extension Office - 1:30 p.m.

 

March 14, 2012 Certified Handlers CIC, Scott County Extension Office - 9;00 a.m.

 

March 23, 2012 Women In Agriculture (Overall Women), I Wireless Center, Moline (More info to come)

 

March 30, 2012 Commercial & Private Pesticide Applicator Testing

Scott County Extension Office - 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

10 Jan 2012

Genesis SPARC, Quad-Cities Brain Injury Support Group Host Trivia Night

By Jared Johnson
DAVENPORT, Iowa - Jan. 5, 2012 -- If you know actress June Haver was born in Rock Island and was married to Fred MacMurray, there is a place at the table for you at the Trivia Night sponsored jointly by The Genesis Stroke Prevention and Recovery Center (SPARC) and The Quad-Cities Brain Injury Support  Group.

The two groups supporting brain injury patients will host the Trivia Night on Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Knights of Columbus, 1111 West 35th Street, Davenport. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the game starting at 7 p.m.

Cost is $10 per person. There is a maximum of eight players per team. There will be cash prizes for the first two teams. To register your team, call (563) 421-3491 or email Alicia Owens at owensa@genesishealth.com.

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10 Jan 2012

This Week in Downtown Davenport: 1/5 - 1/11

By QC Chamber
We had a blast celebrating New Year's Eve downtown, and we're excited to welcome 2012 with open arms!  The Adler is kicking January off with the Central High School Show Choir Dinner Theater on Saturday.  Grab tickets at the Adler for next week's performance by Mike Epps & Friends, too.

POsters Time is running out to see the inspiring Turn of the Century Posters Exhibit at the Figge Art Museum, and the College Invitational Exhibit is closing on Sunday, as well.  You can also enjoy a special guided tour of the UIMA collection on Sunday, so make sure you plan to relax and learn a little at the Figge this weekend.

From a speed skating competition to kids activities, there's something for the whole family during the Winter Celebration at River's Edge on Sunday.  This FREE event might be a great way to follow up your visit to the Figge! 

Construction is progressing on the the first two components of the Food Hub!  Read this QC-Times article and learn more about the upcoming Fresh Deli by Nostalgia Farms and Front Street Brewery expansion.  Remember to stop by the Freight House Farmers Market on Saturday, too. 

The White Rose Exhibit opens Saturday at the GeWhite Rose 2rman American Heritage Center.  This national exhibit explores one of of Germany's most famous civilian resistance groups; don't miss your chance to see it while it's in the QC.

There are plenty of free performances at River Music Experience this week including shows by Retro Ron, River Prairie Minstrels, Mike Cochrane, Steve Couch, and Nick Vasquez.  An all-ages show featuring E11Eventh Hour is only $5, and of course, you can always strut your own stuff during Open Mic Night.

Lee Blackmon and Andy Harris are providing even more free music at R CityRhythm City, and if you plan on watching the NFL playoffs this weekend, bring your buddies downtown and enjoy the game at one of our bars and pubs. 

Stay tuned for more details next week on the upcoming Boat & Vacation Show and RME's Winter Wine Experience!

See you downtown!

 

10 Jan 2012

MAURICE SENDAK BOOK DISCUSSION AT MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY

By Jennifer Christiansen

A book discussion featuring picture books by renowned children's illustrator and author Maurice Sendak will take place Wednesday, February 1st, 7:00 p.m. at the Moline Public Library.   Aimed at adult readers, this book discussion will explore the artwork, stories, and common themes among  three of Sendak's most beloved titles: Where the Wild Things Are, In the Night Kitchen, and Outside Over There.  Registration is required for the discussion.  To register and obtain copies of the books, visit the Moline Public Library at 3210 - 41st Street, Moline or call 309-524-2470.

The book discussion is presented in conjunction with the traveling exhibit In a Nutshell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak, on display December 28th, 2011 through February 24th, 2012.  In a Nutshell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak was organized by the Rosenbach Museum & Library, Philadelphia, and developed by Nextbook, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Jewish literature, culture, and ideas, and the American Library       Association Public Programs Office. The national tour of the exhibit has been made possible by grants from the Charles H. Revson Foundation, the Righteous Persons Foundation, the David Berg Foundation, and an anonymous donor, with additional support from Tablet Magazine: A New Read on Jewish Life.

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04 Jan 2012

LET THE WILD RUMPUS START! AT THE MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY

By Jennifer Christiansen

The Moline Public Library invites Wild Things of all ages to attend Let the Wild Rumpus Start!, Saturday, January 14th at 2:00 p.m.  Attendees will be able to meet Max and a Wild Thing from Maurice Sendak's beloved book Where the Wild Things Are.  Crafts, activities and refreshments will be available.  No registration is required for this free program, which is sponsored by Friends of the Moline Public Library.  For more information, visit the Moline Public Library at 3210 - 41st Street, Moline or call 309-524-2480.

Let the Wild Rumpus Start! is presented in conjunction with the traveling exhibit In a Nutshell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak, on display December 28th, 2011 through February 24th, 2012.  In a Nutshell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak was organized by the Rosenbach Museum & Library, Philadelphia, and developed by Nextbook, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Jewish literature, culture, and ideas, and the American Library Association Public Programs Office. The national tour of the exhibit has been made possible by grants from the Charles H. Revson Foundation, the Righteous Persons Foundation, the David Berg Foundation, and an anonymous donor, with additional support from Tablet Magazine: A New Read on Jewish Life. 

 

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04 Jan 2012

Author Sharon R. Holub Book Signing Event

By Nicholas Depew

Author Sharon R. Holub Book Signing Event

WHEN: 01-14-2012

TIME: 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: Barnes & Noble, Northpark Mall, 320 W Kimberly Rd., Davenport, IA 52806

WHAT: Sharon R. Holub, a resident of Davenport, IA, will be available to sign copies of her Children's book, Adventures of the Big Green Van.

When Shayla Christine and Christy Lee want to visit faraway places with their grandfather, they enlist the help of the big green van. With a little magic and a lot of love, the girls begin a journey to see the world with their grandfather in Adventures of the Big Green Van.

04 Jan 2012

Press Release from the Moline Library

By Jan LaRoche

Teen Writers Group

Teen and Young Adult writers are invited to the Moline Public Library on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 7:00 p.m. Bring a few short items to share with the group, get feedback, and learn some new tricks. The next meeting will be on Monday, January 9 at 7:00. This program is free, no registration is necessary. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at  http://www.molinelibrary.com.

 

Anime Club

Teen and Young Adult fans of anime, manga, and all things Japanese are invited to the Moline Public Library the third Tuesday of the month at 3:30 for Anime Club. The next meeting will be on Tuesday, January 17 at 3:30. This program is free and no registration is necessary. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at  http://www.molinelibrary.com.

 

Teen Writers Group

Teen and Young Adult writers are invited to the Moline Public Library on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 7:00 p.m. Bring a few short items to share with the group, get feedback, and learn some new tricks. The next meeting will be on Monday, January 23 at 7:00. This program is free and no registration is necessary. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.

Teen Advisory Group

Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join the Teen Advisory Group at the Moline Public Library. Help plan programs, give input about what books and materials to add to the collection, make friends, and have fun. We meet the first Thursday of the month, and the next meeting is Thursday, February 2 at 3:30 in the Platinum Room. This program is free and no registration is necessary. For more information call 309-524-2440 or visit us at 3210 41st Street, Moline, IL 61265 or online at http://www.molinelibrary.com.

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04 Jan 2012

MRDC Celebrates First Anniversary on January First Friday

By Ryan Burchett

Le Claire, Iowa, January 2, 2012 - Mississippi River Distilling Company will be ringing in the new year and celebrating their first anniversary this Friday, January 6, during their First Friday Feature from 5:30-8 p.m.  MRDC officially opened their doors December 17, 2010, but the First Friday evening gives the public a chance to celebrate with the owners and distillers.


"This past year has flown by for us," owner/distiller Ryan Burchett says.  "It's been a great year of learning, growth and a lot of fun in the process.  We hope all our fans and supporters come out to celebrate this milestone with us."


MRDC will feature two signature cocktails; a Mississippi Sunset featuring River Baron Artisan Spirit mixed with orange juice, grenadine and a splash of Sierra Mist and Hot Buttered Baron, a drink to warm you up on a cold January night.  Chef Stephanie Godke will prepare an orange cranberry sauce made with River Rose Gin and serve it over angel food cake.  She'll also showcase River Pilot Vodka in a vodka vinaigrette antipasto platter.  Live music will fill the distillery to add to the celebration and discounts on bottles of spirits will be offered.


"This has been a banner year for us with nearly 28,000 visitors in the first year, the release of six products, and approximately 30,000 bottles of spirits sold," Garrett Burchett, owner/distiller comments. "We've seen a lot of momentum and are excited for our second year of business."


The brothers will continue to keep busy with their latest seasonal spirit, Windmill Rye Whiskey, to be released February 3 followed by the much anticipated second release of Cody Road Bourbon on March 2. Mississippi River Distilling Company is open from 10 AM to 5 PM Monday through Saturday and from 12 to 5 PM Sundays.  Free tours are offered to the public daily on the hour from 12 to 4 PM or by appointment. The tour takes visitors through the entire distilling process.  Tours end in the Grand Tasting Room with free samples of products for those patrons over 21 years of age.

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