08 Nov 2011

American Cancer Society's Discovery Shop Annual Holiday Open House Sunday, November 20th , Noon to 4 p.m.

By Jamie Sons
The Bettendorf Discovery Shop in Cumberland Square invites you to their Annual Holiday Open House Sunday, November 20th from noon to 4 pm.

Stop in and let us help you get ready for your holiday fun. The Discovery Shop will be brimming with all kinds of holiday things; clothing, ornaments, collectibles, jewelry, and many beautiful gift items. If you are looking for something for yourself or for someone on your list, this is a great place to start.

Deck your halls and fill all of your stockings with all of the treasures that you will "Discover"! What a great way to help in the fight against cancer!

The Discovery Shop is an upscale resale shop. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society to fund cancer research, patient services, education and advocacy.

The shop will be closed Saturday, November 19th to prepare for this event.

If you have items that you would like to donate for this event, donations are accepted anytime the shop is open and a tax receipt is always available. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 5 pm., Thursday from 10 am to 7 pm. and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm.
08 Nov 2011

SENIOR COFFEE AT VANDER VEER

By Ron Summers
Are you looking for a beautiful way to spend a Wednesday morning? Join Davenport Parks and Recreation at the Conservatory in Vander Veer Botanical park for our Senior Coffee. This informal program is designed to encourage senior citizens to visit the warmth of
the conservatory during the colder months and enjoy the color and fragrance of beautiful flowers.

On November 9th, participants will be able to enjoy the Traditional Chrysanthemum Display from 10 am - Noon. The cost for the program is $1 and each participant will have the opportunity to experience the sights, sounds and fragrances of the colorful and vibrant Chrysanthemums as well as enjoy refreshments. Davenport Parks and Recreation's Environmental Education staff will present a program on Turkeys at 10:30 am.

Preregistration is not required, for further information, please call, 326-7812.
08 Nov 2011

Genesis Lights Remembrance Trees To Honor Memory Of Loved Ones

By Craig Cooper
DAVENPORT, Iowa - Nov. 3, 2011 -- The Genesis Remembrance Trees in Davenport and Clinton will celebrate the memories of loved ones and focus attention on the continuing need of hospice care in the region.

The Genesis Remembrance Tree in Davenport will be lit in a ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 12 in Bechtel Park at River Drive and Iowa Street. The Genesis Remembrance Tree at 612 North 2nd Street in Clinton will be lit in a ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Both ceremonies will begin at 6 p.m.

Special guest performers this year at the Davenport tree lighting will be the 50-member Sanctuary Choir of First Presbyterian Church in Davenport.

Individual "light" sponsors are invited to make a donation in any amount in the name of a loved one. All proceeds will benefit Genesis Hospice Care.

Genesis will maintain a Book of Names throughout the holiday season. This book is dedicated to the memory of family and friends. Names and donations received will help light the tree and will be included in the 2011 Book Of Names.

Genesis Hospice is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team to assist in managing symptoms, as well as enhancing quality of life. The common goal of all services is to provide the patient and family with comfort.

For information about how to honor the memory of a loved one, call (563) 421-6865 or go to www.genesishealth.com and click on the Remembrance Tree link.

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08 Nov 2011

Corps of Engineers waives day-use fees at recreation areas on Veterans Day

By Ron Fournier
ROCK ISLAND, Ill.  - The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is waiving day-use fees for veterans, active and reserve component service members, and their families at the more than 2,400 Corps-operated recreation areas nationwide on Veterans Day, November 11.

The Rock Island District of the Army Corps of Engineers manages dozens of recreation areas throughout its area of responsibility which spans across most of Iowa and Illinois, as well as parts of Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin. At this time of year, most District recreation sites are closed for the season but many of the District's boat ramps on the Mississippi River will participate in the Veterans Day offer and waive day use fees. Boat ramps at the following locations will participate: Grant River, Blanding Landing, Pleasant Creek, Big Slough, Thomson Causeway, Cattail Slough, Clarks Ferry, Lock and Dam 13 and Shady Creek.

"This Veterans Day we will honor our veterans, active and reserve service members, and their families with an invitation to visit one of the thousands of Corps recreation sites nationwide, free of charge. As an active participant of the administration's America's Great Outdoors initiative, we hope that you will join us," said Jo-Ellen Darcy, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works.

The day-use fee waiver requires only verbal confirmation of service. This waiver covers boat launch ramp and swim beach fees. The waiver does not apply to camping and camping-related services, or fees for specialized facilities such as group picnic shelters. Other agencies that manage recreation areas on Corps lands are encouraged, but not required, to offer the Veterans Day waiver of fees in the areas that they manage.

"We began this initiative in 2006 to support and honor the men and women who have served our nation and the armed forces, and to encourage them and their families to visit and enjoy one of our many recreation sites," said Mike Ensch, Chief of Operations for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

With more than 370 million visits annually to 422 lake and river projects, the Corps is the largest federal provider of outdoor and water-based recreation in the nation. The more than 2,400 Corps-operated recreation areas nationwide provide a diverse range of outdoor activities to people of all ages, and the Corps estimates that 90 percent of its recreation projects are within 50 miles of metropolitan areas. To discover the Corps recreation site nearest you, please visit http://corpslakes.usace.army.mil/visitors/visitors.cfm
01 Nov 2011

Ragged Records and Trash Can Annie Celebrate One Year Under One Roof

By Kyle Carter

What: 1 Year In Combined Location Celebration

Where: 418 E. 2nd Street, Downtown Davenport (At the foot of the Arsenal Bridge)

Date: Saturday, November 5th

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

Notes: Live music all day, 20% off merchandise at BOTH stores, 50% off DVD's (except music DVD's)
(Davenport, Iowa) - Ragged Records and Trash Can Annie Vintage Clothing are pleased to
announce a celebration of one year together at their 418 E. 2nd Street location in fabulous
downtown Davenport! Saturday, November 5th will mark the one year anniversary that the two
businesses opened under one roof to provide one-stop shopping and cultural stimulation for
the Quad Cities. Please join in and help staff and friends celebrate this momentous occasion.
Enjoy live music all day featuring performances by American Dust, Anthony Catalfano Trio,
Teenage, and more. All used merchandise will be 20% off at both shops! Also, all DVD's
(except music) will be 50% off through November.

Stop in to say hello and while you're here, pick up some rad vintage clothes, music, and memorabilia. You know it's the place where all the cool kids go...

Band Schedule
10:30 - Teenage (Lo-Fi Folk, Pop, Psych)
12:00 - American Dust (Singer/Songwriter, Lo-Fi Folk)
2:00 - Anthony Catalfano Trio (A Jazz trio playing the music of: Coltrane, Monk, Shorter & more
3:30 - Jose Dilucio (Bossa Nova).

31 Oct 2011

CHAMPION SKATER TODD ELDREDGE TO APPEAR AT RIVER'S EDGE EVENT

By Rick Martin
The Figure Skating Club of the Quad Cities, the Quad City Symphony Orchestra, and Davenport Parks and Recreation announced today that 1996 World Champion skater Todd Eldredge will attend a "Skate with Todd Eldredge" event at the River's Edge on Friday, November 18, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to skate with this Olympic ice skater during Public Skate at the River' Edge. Admission cost is $10, and includes 2 hours of ice skating, an opportunity to meet Todd Eldredge, hot chocolate and holiday cookies. Skate rental is $3. Partial proceeds will be donated back to support of the arts in our area.

Todd Eldredge will be performing in town as part of Quad City Symphony Orchestra and Quad City Arts Festival of Trees' Holiday Pops. Eldredge is the 1996 World Skating Champion, and a six-time National Champion. This year's Holiday Pops is at the i-Wireless Center on Saturday, November 19, at 7:30 p.m. Twelve local skaters will also perform at the concert. Tickets are now on sale at the i-Wireless Center.

Anyone with an interest in skating is encouraged to take advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity. The skating event at the River's Edge, the Holiday Pops, and the Festival of Trees are a great way to open the holiday season here in the Quad Cities.

What :  Skate with Todd Eldredge Event

When:  Friday, November 18, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Where:  The River's Edge, 700 W River Drive, Davenport IA
31 Oct 2011

"Blueprint for a Nonviolent World" offered at The Canticle

By Rick Martin

Michigan Peace Team founder to train activists in Clinton

Rev. Peter Dougherty, founder of Michigan Peace Team, will lead a day-long nonviolence training workshop in Clinton on Saturday, November 12, at The Canticle, home of the Sisters of St. Francis, 841-13th Ave. No., Clinton.  He also will offer a public presentation on Saturday evening at 7:00 pm.

Registration for the Clinton workshop is open to the public but limited to 25 persons. Anyone interested in participating is urged to call 563-242-7611, or email office@clintonfranciscans.com as soon as possible. A donation is requested to cover the cost of the program and the meals provided.  The workshop will begin at 8:30 am with a continental breakfast and conclude at 5 pm.  The 7 pm program is free and open to all.

For details, call 563-242-7611 or visit www.clintonfranciscans.com/news-and-events
31 Oct 2011

Author David W. Dorris Book Signing Event

By Nicholas Depew

WHEN: 11-7-11

TIME: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Betterdorf Public Library, 2950 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf, IA 52722

WHAT: Dorris, a resident of Davenport, IA, will be available to sign copies of his book, Life Is Too Short; Life Is What We Make It.

Fear not, for in Life Is Too Short: Life Is What We Make It, author David Dorris shows you how to approach life's problems and that making the right choices is easier than you think. Life is like a baseball game where the pitcher is constantly throwing you curveballs. As this is the case, do you want to simply be a spectator, or do you want to get in the game and face life head-on? Although it may sound simple sometimes, life is not an easy game to play. There are many challenges to overcome and many choices you have to make. None of you have a choice as to how you come into the world; however, you do have a choice as to the kind of life you live. Follow David in Life Is Too Short: Life Is What We Make It, and find out for yourself how you too can knock life's curveballs out of the park.

For more information, contact Jim Miller at 888-361-9473 or jim@tatepublishing.com

31 Oct 2011

Unique Arts + Crafts Show

By Rose Noble

Handmade City will host its THIRD indie arts+crafts show at Rozz-Tox in Rock Island on Saturday, December 3rd from 11am until 4pm. Free to attend with over 20 local vendors selling amazing items.  Unique indie art and crafts all day long, unlike any other show int he QC!

FREE to attend.

Rozz-Tox, 2108 - 3rd Avenue, Rock Island.

@ Rozz-ToxHandmade Holiday Love.

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Who is Handmade City?

We are an indie arts + crafts collective that supports and promotes local handmade artisans. We pride ourselves in being different and creating unique, high quality handmade items. Living in the Midwest we are surrounded by traditional craft shows with the same art and items you can find anywhere. We decided it was time set up our own DIY collective and host our own events.

Handmade City provides an outlet for artists who don't belong in a traditional show. We host art & craft events that are free to attend, affordable to sell at and unique compared to other craft shows in the area. We appreciate handmade, high quality art with an indie twist!?

Handmade City supports this art community online as well, showcasing featured artist interviews, vendor spotlights, artist updates and links to artists' shops. We want our handmade items to be just as available to the public as traditional art & crafts. Different is good, different is art!

When is the next show?

Handmade City's Holiday 2011 Craft Show will take place December 3rd, 2011, from 11am - 4pm at Rozz-Tox- a new venue located downtown Rock Island Illinois. (2108 3rd Avenue) This show is FREE to attend!
There will be over 20 vendors! Things you will find include : knits, ceramics, art prints, original artwork, photography, home decor items, jewelry, hand-spun yarn, candles, pet goods, terrariums, accessories, baby items, handmade handbags, clothing, handcrafted bicycles, self-published books & more!

Visit us online at handmadecity.org

27 Oct 2011

Watch the Hawkeyes, support a good cause

By Karole Snyder

The Scott County I-Club along with the Children's Therapy Center are co-hosting the Iowa vs. Minnesota game from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday at Modern Woodmen Park in Davenport. 

Watch the game on big-screen televisions, take part in the silent auction and giveaways, and enjoy some food and drink.  Some former Iowa football players will also be on hand.

The cost is $15 per person and that includes certificates good for food and drink and also purchases at the Black & Gold store.

Advance tickets are availabe at the Village Corner Deli, 1030 Mound Street, Davenport, at the Black & Gold store, 102 East Kimberly Road, Davenport, from Scott County I-Club board members or by calling Karole Snyder at 563-391-5287.

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