28 Aug 2012

Governor Quinn Launches Illinois Heart Rescue to Save Lives

By Erin Wilson

$2.5 million grant helps Illinois become seventh HeartRescue state

CHICAGO - August 22, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn and the University of Illinois Hospital Health Sciences System today launched Illinois Heart Rescue, a statewide all-volunteer effort to more than double survival from sudden cardiac arrests. The Medtronic Foundation provided a $2.5 million grant to the University of Illinois Hospital to coordinate Illinois Heart Rescue. Governor Quinn recently signed a new law to increase CPR training.

"Learning CPR is something simple we can all do to help save lives, whether you're on the field, in the classroom or at home," Governor Quinn said. "Illinois Heart Rescue will educate the public about heart health and help give those experiencing cardiac arrest a greater chance of survival."

Illinois Heart Rescue's community initiative will aim to improve bystander CPR in Illinois through free instruction. The effort is designed to more than double survival from sudden cardiac arrests by strengthening three key links in the chain of survival: bystander CPR, pre-hospital resuscitation by EMS, and post-arrest care through hospital interventions. In the first moments, a knowledgeable bystander who can begin CPR can save a life. At today's event, bystander-performed, chest-compression-only CPR was demonstrated.

The program's all-volunteer leadership team represents an unusually broad collaboration among physicians, health professionals, community organizations, hospitals, EMS systems, fire departments and governmental agencies across the state.

Evidenced-based best practices for pre-hospital care will be taught to 911 dispatchers, EMTs, firefighters, and paramedics in simulator training at the Chicago Fire Academy Simulation Center and later at simulation centers in Peoria and Evanston. The Illinois Heart Rescue team will use social media, multi-lingual and culturally-sensitive messaging, athletic events and community health fairs to reach the diverse population of Illinois.

Leaders in the initiative include the Chicago Fire Department, Chicago EMS System, the Illinois Department of Public Health, the Chicago Cardiac Arrest Resuscitation Education Service (CCARES) and the University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System. Other grant partners include the American Heart Association, the Chicago Cubs, the American Red Cross, the Chicago Department of Public Health and many community organizations that include local health clinic systems and neighborhood groups.

Governor Quinn signed House Bill 5114 earlier this summer, which allows middle school students to learn CPR and AED skills in the classroom. In 2011, he also signed legislation providing legal protection to good Samaritans who performed CPS in an emergency, which will encourage citizens to use this critical skill to save a life.

PARTNER QUOTES

"In sudden cardiac arrest, a few seconds of time can make a lifetime of difference," said Dr. Terry Vanden Hoek, professor and chair of emergency medicine at the University of Illinois Hospital, who will lead the project. "The unprecedented collaboration from so many Illinois institutions along with the opportunity Medtronic Foundation has provided us will allow us to help the people of Illinois and serve as a model for other states."

"Currently, one of the missing links in the 'chain of survival' is data," said Dr. Joseph Weber, Chicago EMS director, emergency-medicine physician at Stroger Cook County Hospital and assistant professor at Rush Medical College.  "This grant will allow us to quantify cardiac-arrest survival across the state. We can then use this data to direct quality improvement initiatives and track progress on our ultimate goal of improving cardiac arrest survival in Illinois."

"We will bring the science of cardiac-arrest resuscitation to the streets through simulation training," said Dr. Eric Beck, EMS Medical Director for Chicago and assistant professor of medicine at the University of Chicago. "Simple things like high quality, uninterrupted chest compressions and limiting patient movement during cardiac arrest have been shown to dramatically improve survival."

"If you see someone collapse, the message is simple: Call 911. Start doing chest compressions, 100 beats per minute and two inches deep. Call for someone to bring an AED and use it. These actions alone can save someone's life," said Dr. Amer Aldeen, assistant professor of emergency medicine at Northwestern University, co-director of CCARES and Illinois Heart Rescue community liaison. "We plan to spread the message of bystander CPR and AEDs throughout Illinois, especially in our relatively underserved urban and rural areas."

"We are especially pleased to partner with Illinois Heart Rescue in this important initiative to eliminate disparities in sudden cardiac arrest and to improve cardiac arrest outcomes in our state, particularly in Chicago and underserved rural areas of the state," said Dr. Derek J. Robinson, executive director, Illinois Hospital Association's Quality Care Institute.  Almost 30 hospitals throughout Illinois will collaborate initially to collect outcome data and champion state-of-the-art care for patients post-resuscitation.

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28 Aug 2012

Loebsack: Will Republicans Jump Off 'Fiscal Cliff' or Work Together to Stop Economic Disaster?

By Joe Hand

New CBO report details dire circumstances of non-action

Washington, D.C. - Congressman Dave Loebsack made the following statement today after the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report that details the effects of Congress failing to pass tax and budget policies by the end of the year.  The report stated that Congress' inaction would throw the economy into recession and drive up unemployment rates by the end of 2013.

Earlier this month, Loebsack introduced the Middle Class and Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2012 to address a significant part of the so-called 'fiscal cliff' that the economy would go over if bipartisan, commonsense, compromise legislation is not passed and signed into law by the end of the year.

"The release of today's report underscores the urgent need for the real action that I have been calling for.  We've seen time and again that kicking the can down the road and playing political games doesn't work for Iowans. Commonsense, fiscally responsible tax cuts for middle- and low-income families, small businesses, and family farms, all of which are key to our economic recovery, must be passed.

"Last year the economy was taken to the brink by a group in Washington that is more concerned about rigid ideology than people's jobs. We cannot allow our economy to be held hostage once again. From tax cuts to stopping the automatic, arbitrary cuts that were created as a political gimmick, Iowans can't afford more Washington politics as usual. That's why I've introduced an initiative to allow these folks to keep their tax cut.  That's also why I've repeatedly called on Congress to end its undeserved vacation and work every day until these and the many other pressing issues facing Iowans are addressed.  I continue to stand ready to work with anyone who will put people before politics and support a commonsense compromise to get these tax cuts done; stop the arbitrary cuts; boost the economy; and responsibly reduce the deficit.

Loebsack's Middle Class and Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2012 extends tax cuts for married joint filers making up to $250,000 and individual filers making up to $200,000.  The legislation also includes an exemption for small businesses and family farms.

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28 Aug 2012

Walk & Run For Wishes Early Registration Deadline Nearing

By Sara Olson
Early Registration for Costumed Walk and Fun Run Ends September 1st

 

Moline - Come as your favorite character to the Make-A-Wish Illinois Walk & Run for Wishes on Saturday, September 15 at Green Valley Sports Complex in Moline and you can make wishes come true for local children with life-threatening medical conditions. Individuals and teams can participate and raise funds while enjoying the whimsical nature of the event. General Registration is $25 for adults, $15 for children ages 12 and under, and $95 per family. Following September 1st, an additional $5 will be added to each registration fee. Early registration also guarantees that participants will receive a custom event t-shirt.

Stepping off from Green Valley Sports Complex in Moline at 9:30 a.m, the event includes a 5K fun run and a leisurely 1 mile walk around the riverfront area. Refreshments, music and other entertainment will round out the celebration, with prizes awarded for top fundraisers as well as best youth and adult costumes. Additional details and registration are available online at www.walkrunwish.org. There is also an opportunity for "Virtual Walkers" who are participants who do not plan to attend the walk event, but want to fundraise to help make wishes come true. Virtual Walkers who raise over $100 for Make-A-Wish will receive a free Make-A-Wish t-shirt! Presented by Trinity Iowa Health System, all funds raised at Walk & Run for Wishes will benefit Make-A-Wish Illinois.

"We're excited to present this community event that is not only fun for people of all ages and abilities, but one that really makes a difference for the courageous kids we work with every day," said Janet Bantz Glavin, Community Relations Manager for Make-A-Wish Illinois.

This year, Make-A-Wish Illinois will grant wishes to more than 700 kids in Illinois who are living with life-threatening medical conditions such as cancer, renal disease, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Wishes can be a turning point in a child's battle against illness and help children feel stronger, more energetic and more willing and able to comply with treatment protocols. Additionally, wishes empower children to take control over an aspect of their lives while helping them feel less isolated and more self-confident.

About Make-A-Wish

Make-A-Wish Illinois grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich their lives with hope, strength and joy. Since being founded locally in 1985, the chapter has granted more than 10,000 wishes and continues its mission to share the power of a wish® with special children across the state.  For information, call 312.602.WISH (9474) or (309) 637-1659.

 

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28 Aug 2012

Herbert Hoover NHS News: September 29 is National Public Lands Day

By Adam Prado
Saturday, September 29 is National Public Lands Day


WEST BRANCH, IOWA- On Saturday, September 29, 2012, volunteers across the United States will help restore the beauty and vitality of our public lands as part of the 19th annual National Public Lands Day. More than 170,000 volunteers are expected at more than 2,000 sites in communities and parks around the nation.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site will enlist local volunteers and volunteer organizations to help reconstruct the 81-acre native tallgrass prairie: a great opportunity to work hands-on with our natural resources. Volunteers will cut and haul shrubs and invasive weeds from the grassland.

If you would like to help, contact Adam Prato at (319) 643-2541. Meet at the Visitor Center at 8:30 a.m. for an orientation and to get signed up. Work in the prairie will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable work clothes. Water, sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, and hats are recommended. Long pants and closed-toe footwear are required.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site and the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum are in West Branch, Iowa at exit 254 off I-80. Both are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time. Parking is limited so please allow extra time to find a parking space. For more information go online at www.nps.gov/heho or call (319) 643-2541.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
110 Parkside Drive
PO Box 607
West Branch, Iowa  52358

319 643-2541 phone
319 643-7864 fax
www.nps.gov/heho


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28 Aug 2012

Herbert Hoover NHS News: Prairie Programs on Monday, September 3

By Adam Prado
Explore Iowa's prairie heritage on Labor Day Monday, September 3. Ranger-guided walks of the 81-acre tallgrass prairie will start at 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Meet at the Tallgrass Prairie Observation Deck by the Gravesite parking lot.

A park ranger will discuss how and why the National Park Service is reconstructing this endangered habitat as part of the landscape commemorating Herbert Hoover's life. The walk is less than a mile and lasts 60 to 90 minutes. Bring water, dress for the weather, and wear comfortable walking shoes. Hats, sunscreen, insect repellent, sunglasses, and insect repellent are also recommended. Parking is limited so please allow extra time to find a parking space.

At 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Sarah Utoff will perform "Laura Ingalls Wilder Remembered" at the Presidential Library and Museum. The performance and the prairie walks are free.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site and the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum are in West Branch, Iowa at exit 254 off I-80. Both are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time. Parking is limited so please allow extra time to find a parking space. For more information go online at www.nps.gov/heho or call (319) 643-2541.

Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
110 Parkside Drive
PO Box 607
West Branch, Iowa  52358

319 643-2541 phone
319 643-7864 fax
www.nps.gov/heho

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28 Aug 2012

PRESIDENT OBAMA TO TRAVEL TO IOWA, COLORADO AND VIRGINIA

By Randy Stalsberg

DES MOINES - Obama for America announced today that President Obama will take a two-day tour of Iowa, Colorado and Virginia next week.  On Tuesday, August 28, President Obama will attend campaign events in Ames, IA, and Fort Collins, CO, and on Wednesday, August 29, the President will attend campaign events in Charlottesville, VA. The President will also return to Des Moines, IA on September 1 for a campaign event.

Additional details on the President's campaign events are forthcoming.

 

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28 Aug 2012

Riverside Theatre Opens 32nd Season With True West by Sam Shepard

By Sarah Burnett

Iowa City, IA - Riverside Theatre, Iowa City's resident professional theatre, opens its 2012-2013 Season on Friday, September 7th with the explosive and acidly comical True West by Sam Shepard, directed by Ron Clark.

True West is about two brothers with a score to settle. Austin, an ambitious Hollywood screenwriter working on a potential million-dollar movie project and Lee, a desert drifter and a thief with a compulsion for six-packs and toasters, are reunited at their mother's home while she is away and a struggle for dominance ensues.

"True West is sibling rivalry on steroids," said Director Ron Clark. "The two brothers could not be more different. They both despise and envy each other, which I think is always the foundation of sibling rivalry."

True West is considered to be a modern American classic and Shepard is revered as one of the greatest living playwrights of our time.

True West features Iowa City actors Tim Budd as Austin and Sean Christopher Lewis as Lee.  Scot West of Chicago returns to Riverside as Saul Kimmer and Riverside Theatre Artistic Director Jody Hovland rounds out the cast as Mom.

"They're the A-Team that brings the play to life," Clark said. "It demands virtroso acting that can plumb the mysteries of the relationships. The turnabouts come fast and furious; the action is explosive."

True West also features scenic design by Shawn Ketchum Johnson, lighting design by Courtney Schmitz Watson, costume design by Osean Perez, and sound design by Drew Bielinski. Jason Tipsword choreographs the fight work.

Since the scenic design includes numerous toasters, Riverside Theatre is seeking donations of two-slot, old-school toasters (working and non-working) for the production. Donated toasters will not be returned. Toasters may be dropped off at the Box Office at 213 N. Gilbert St, Noon - 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.

Tickets for True West, September 7 - September 30, are $15-$28 with discounts available for those over 60, those under 30, and youth. $15 students rush tickets are available on a first come first served basis 20 minutes before curtain. Tickets are available by phone at (319) 338-7672, online at www.riversidetheatre.org or in person at the Riverside Theatre Box Office, located at 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA.

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From left: Sean Christopher Lewis and Tim Budd in True West at Riverside Theatre, September 7 - September 30. Photo by Bob Goodfellow.

Performance Schedule

Friday, September 7 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 8 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 9 at 2 p.m.*

Thursday, September 13 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, September 14 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 15 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 16 at 2 p.m.

Thursday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, September 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, September at 23 at 2 p.m.

Thursday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, September 28 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 30 at 2 p.m.

*Talkback Sunday, September 9 - Stay after this performance to chat with company members and gain behind-the-scenes info about the play. Free and open to the public.

Upcoming Events

Season-Opening Open House - Sunday, August 26, 2 - 4 p.m.

See behind the scenes before the season starts at the Riverside Theatre Open House. Start out in the Scene Shop, where sets for all the productions are built, and take a tour that includes the backstage area, the dressing room, and more. Refreshments will be provided. Enter the Scene Shop directly via the alley that runs behind the building/parking lot or go to the lobby. For more info, call 319-338-7672.

True West Thursday Theatre Talk - August 30, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

In Sam Shepard's True West, dualities abound; there are two brothers, one a city guy, the other coming out of the desert; one is an upwardly mobile screenwriter in Hollywood, the other a drifter and a thief. But gradually they switch roles, and, indeed, in a number of well-known productions the leading actors have alternated as Austin and Lee. Join Miriam Gilbert and Harry Stecopoulos, University of Iowa Department of English, as they discuss Shepard's play and its vision of America.

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28 Aug 2012

5 Reasons Why Dogs Make Great Reading Partners For Children

By Ginny Grimsley
Studies Track Improvements in Grade School
Language Studies

It turns out dogs are not only good for our health; finding missing people; and helping disabled people live independent lives - they're good for kids' report cards, too!

Canines have been found to improve the immune system and reduce blood pressure, among other health benefits. They help rescuers and law officers, blind people and those with limited use of their hands and arms. Now we have another reason to celebrate man's best friend.

"Dogs not only help children learn to read, they help children learn to love reading," says Michael Amiri, coauthor with his wife, Linda, of the children's book, Shellie, the Magical dog (www.shelliethemagicaldog.com). "And that's true of for children with and without learning disabilities."

A Minnesota pilot project called PAWSitive Readers finds that trained therapy dogs helped 10 of 14 grade-school participants improve their reading skills by one grade level. Additionally, a University of California study showed that children who read to the family dog improved their ability by an average of 12 percent.

Amiri discusses five reasons why dogs help kids learn to love reading:

• No embarrassment: "Most of us have memories of reading out loud in class," he says. "Though we may have been proficient readers, the fear of stumbling on a word in front of everyone was a constant source of anxiety." Dogs are excellent for unconditional, nonjudgmental love; they won't laugh if and when mistakes happen.

• Confidence boosters: "I never had a dog while growing up, which is too bad because I think I would have had an easier time gaining self-confidence," says Amiri. As an adult, he discovered the many benefits of dogs through he and his wife's very special Maltese, Shellie. She's often the center of attention in their community at pet-friendly restaurants, where she laps her water out of a martini glass. And she has a full-time job as the greeter at Linda's hair and nail salon. "If a little dog can give me, a grown man, more confidence, imagine what it can do for kids," he says.

• Polite listeners: Like humans, dogs are social creatures and most enjoy the sound of a calm voice speaking to them. Many - except perhaps the most energetic breeds - seem to enjoy curling up on a rug and listening to a story being read aloud. They don't interrupt (except for the occasional ear scratch or to sniff a body part) and they often show appreciation for the attention.

• A fun approach to schoolwork: Too often, when children think of studying, they think of time spent hunched over a desk struggling alone to work out problems and memorize lists. Interacting with a lovable, fuzzy friend for an hour of homework is an appealing alternative.

• Win-win: A canine-student reading program is a great way to help service dogs-in-training learn patience and discipline. Dogs are trained to help veterans suffering post-traumatic stress disorder, the blind, and people who use wheelchairs, among others. These dogs in training help children, while children improve a dog's service abilities.

About Michael and Linda Amiri

Michael Amiri grew up in New York City and became an actor in local theater productions and television commercials. Linda Amiri is an entrepreneur, the owner of a successful hair and nail salon. Their personality-plus Maltese, Shellie, is a popular community character, who puts in a full day of work every day as a greeter at her "mom's" salon. She's the inspiration for the first in a series of children's books that will address topics and issues of concern to children.

28 Aug 2012

Help Churches United FEED & SHELTER and have a great dinner at Happy Joes!

By Jo Cohrs

Wednesday, September 5th & Thursday, September 6th

Visit Happy Joe's in Aledo, Bettendorf, Colona, Coal Valley, 3 Davenport locations (Rockingham Rd, W. Locust Street, W.
50th Street/Jungle Bungle), East Moline, Eldridge, Geneseo, LeClaire, Milan, Moline and Rock Island

Happy Joe's will be giving 15% of each purchase to Churches United as a fundraiser to benefit their 24 food pantries,
3 hot meal sites and woman's shelter

Pick up, delivery or eat in

Void in conjunction with any other offer (no coupons.)

Donation will be good on any menu item purchase excluding buffet.

Present this flyer when you place your order!  http://www.cuqca.org/

Happy Joe's will contribute 15% of your order to help support Churches United Hunger and Shelter Programs.

26 Aug 2012

Mississippi Riverfront Comes Alive in the Quad Cities

By QCCVB
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Labor Day Weekend Fun Sat, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 2

The Quad City Air Show is moving to new dates in 2012 to accommodate the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. All of the action flies on Labor Day Weekend on Sept. 1-2, from the Davenport Municipal Airport in Davenport, Iowa. The Quad City Air Show was just named the Best Civilian Air Show! Other demonstration teams include the Aeroshell Aerobatic Team, Hopper Flight Jet Demonstration Team, Iron Eagle Aerobatic Team, Red Bull Air Force Team, and the Red Bull Flying Winged Parachutists.

Experience the thrill of watching go-karts roar through the streets of downtown Rock Island, Illinois, at speeds up to 80 mph on Sept. 1-2. The Rock Island Grand Prix is the largest and safest go-kart street race in the world and is the only race in the U.S. that is sanctioned for International drivers. This is a free event and racing goes from 11:00 am-6:00 pm each day.

East West Riverfest Fri, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 16

The new East West Riverfest is a new ten-day celebration of the arts, culture and heritage offerings that thrive in the Quad Cities along the Mississippi River. From September 7 to 16, 2012, over 300 events will take place at over 60 various theaters, music venues, galleries, historic sites, parks, libraries, and attractions on both sides of the river in the Quad Cities.

The entire event guide can be viewed online at East West Riverfest, or a printed guide can be requested through the website to be sent by mail or by calling the Quad Cities Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-747-7800.

Major event anchors for East West Riverfest on the first weekend (Sep. 7-9) include :

Major festivals the following weekend on Sep. 14-16 include :

Hot Air Balloons Round Out the Month Fri, Sep 28 - Sun, Sep 30

The Hot Air Balloon Festival is full of family fun and entertainment on Sept. 28-30 with kid's activities, food vendors, and many balloons to enjoy!  It takes place at Kennedy Square in East Moline, Illinois. The event begins Friday with a balloon launch at 5 pm, followed by a Night Glow when the tethered balloons light up in the night. Saturday includes flights and another Night Glow.

 

More Events

Ringling Bros. Circle - i wireless Center, Fri, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 3

Antique Motorcycle Swap Meet - Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, Thu, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 1

Barnes Family Bluegrass Festival - Mercer County Fairgrounds, Thu, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 2

Milan Indian Summer Festival - Milan, Illinois, Fri, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 2

Walnut Grove Pioneer Village Fall Festival - Walnut Grove Pioneer Village, Sun, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 3

Labor Day Parade - Rock Island, Illinois, Mon, Sep 3

WWE Smackdown - i wireless Center, Tue, Sep 4

Chicago Tribute Band - Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, Fri, Sep 7

BJ and Mabel Palmer Mansion Tours - BJ and Mabel Palmer Mansion, Fri, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 16

Warren County Prime Beef Festival - Monmouth, Illinois, Wed, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 8

Hairball 80s Tribute - Adler Theatre, Fri, Sep 7

Big Time Rush - i wireless Center, Tue, Sep 11

Taming of the Slough Adventure Race - Moline, Illinois, Sat, Sep 15

Buckskinners Rendezvous - Pine Creek Grist Mill, Sat, Sep 15

Tracy Lawrence - Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, Fri, Sep 21

Quad Cities Marathon - Sun, Sep 23

Ballet Quad Cities' Dracula - Scottish Rite Cathedral, Fri, Sep 28 - Sat, Sep 29

Ghost Tales - Colonel Davenport House, Sat, Sep 29

Quad Cities Pumpkin Fest - Adventure Quest, Sat, Sep 29 - Sun, Sep 30

Matthew West - Adler Theatre, Sat, Sep 29

Jordbruksdagarna AG Days - Bishop Hill, Illinois, Sat, Sep 29 - Sun, Sep 30

NASA | Art Exhibit - Figge Art Museum

River Music Experience - Live music

Design Studio Exhibit - Family Museum

Grimm Fairy Tales Exhibit - German American Heritage Center

Niabi Zoo

The Dixie Swim Club - Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse

Dinosaurs Unearthed Exhibit - Putnam Museum

Bike Rentals in the Quad Cities

ComedySportz Quad Cities - The Establishment Theatre

Stock Car Races - Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds

Cordova Dragway Park

Backwater Gamblers Water Ski Show - Rock River

River Bandits Baseball (Farm Team of the St. Louis Cardinals) - Modern Woodmen Park

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