29 Mar 2011

Comedy For A Cause 2 - Stand Up To Diabetes Fundraiser

By Chris Starman

LOCAL COMEDIANS STAND UP TO DIABETES

Davenport, IA March 29, 2011 - Local comedians lend a helping hand to the Eastern Iowa branch of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation as DubStar Presents: Comedy For A Cause 2 - Stand Up To Diabetes.  The event will take place April 8, 2011, from 8:00 to 11:00pm, at Uptown Neighborhood Bar & Grill (2340 Spruce Hills Drive, Bettendorf).  Tickets are $10 at the door, and $15 for a ticket and event shirt in advance. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go to the local JDRF.

"Having only moved to the US [from Ireland] in October, I am very honored to have been asked to be a part of this year's Comedy for a Cause, there is a wonderful energy about the event and I'm totally psyched about performing," stated Comedy For A Cause headliner, Colin Ryan.

"When I was asked to do this benefit last year, I was excited to help with such a great cause....but when I saw the turnout and support for this event, I was absolutely amazed." says comedian Jim Petersen.   "The talent is top-notch. DubStar does such a great job that I consider it an honor to be a part of this event."

Ten acts will perform for the event, including Quad Cities' residents: Brandon Gale, David Rotz, Chris Starman, Jim Petersen, Trish Mathias, and David Casas, and Tom Pearce who is type 1 diabetic himself.  The event will be headlined by Ryan from Monticello and the Tuttle Twins from Champaign, IL, and hosted by Bobby Ray Bunch of Bettendorf.

JDRF is a leader in setting the agenda for diabetes research worldwide, and is the largest charitable funder and advocate of type 1 research. The mission of JDRF is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research. Type 1 diabetes is a disease which strikes children and adults suddenly and requires multiple injections of insulin daily or a continuous infusion of insulin through a pump.   According to the American Diabetes Association, an estimated 25.8 million people in the United States, 8.3% of the population, have diabetes, with 7 million going undiagnosed.

DubStar is an amateur fundraising group founded in 2008 by Tony Boyer and Chris Starman; both have histories related to helping diabetics. DubStar's mission is to make a positive impact on deserving charities or groups, through fun and unique ways; "Party With A Purpose".  In January, DubStar hosted Minute To Win It, a recreation of the popular TV game show that raised funds for the Quad Cities Autism Center, and drew attention from NBC producers.  Additional information can be found at the DubStar website, www.facebook.com/DubStarQC.

 

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29 Mar 2011

Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild Meeting April 5th, 2011

By Colleen Sibthorp
The Mississippi Valley Quiters Guild will holds its monthly meeting on April 5th  at 1 PM and 7 PM at the First Congregational Church in Moline. Judy Hasheider will be giving a lecture and trunk show with a class to follow on Wednesday April 6th at the Butterworth Educational Center (Garage) from 9am -3pm. The class is her pattern"Uffizi". This is a class for all skill levels.

The Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild, organized in 1983, to educate and encourage members in the quilting arts, and to stimulate interest in quilting in the local community.  Guild meetings are the first Tuesday of the month, at 1 PM and 7 PM, at the First Congregational Church, Moline, IL.  Current membership of 350, and is open to anyone who is interested.  Meetings consist of a business meeting, local, regional or national teachers, and a show-and-tell of projects completed by our members.  

The quilt guild participates in many community charity activities by donating time and quilts to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Family Resources, Crisis Pregnancy and Lutheran Social Services. The guild provides community educational demonstrations at local venues, with a biennial quilt show, held at the Mississippi Valley Fair Ground.  

For more information about the Mississippi Valley Quilters Guild, visit our website at mvqg.org.
28 Mar 2011

"Voices of Change" Leadership Training Coming to Davenport

By Rick Martin
March 2011, Bettendorf, IA–Community business leaders can access the knowledge and experience of eleven internationally-acclaimed leaders by attending the Chick-fil-A "Voices of Change" Leadercast at Harvest Bible Chapel in Davenport, IA, on Friday, May 6, 2011.  The Chick-fil-A Leadercast is a one-day leadership training event broadcast LIVE from Atlanta, GA, to hundreds of host sites throughout the nation, including Davenport.  Results Marketing,  "The Shef " and St. Ambrose University are bringing the event to the QCA.  Speakers for the event include :
  • Seth Godin, Entrepreneur, marketing expert, best-selling author of 12 books including "Linchpin"
  • Robin Roberts, Anchor of ABC's Emmy-Award Winning Show, "Good Morning, America"
  • John C. Maxwell, Leadership expert and best-selling author of "The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership"
  • Dave Ramsey, Money-management expert, radio personality, best-selling author of "The Total Money Makeover"
  • Sir Ken Robinson, Best-selling author & leader in the development of creativity, innovation and HR
  • Dan Cathy, President and COO of Chick-Fil-A, Inc.
  • Muhtar Kent, Chairman of the Board and CEO of the Coca-Cola Co.
  • Suzy Welch, Best-selling author, TV commentator, noted business journalist
  • Mack Brown, Head Coach of the Texan Longhorns, 2009 Big 12 Coach of the Year
  • Erin Gruwell, Founder and President of Freedom Writers Foundation
  • Frans Johansson, Best-selling author of "The Medici Effect"
The idea for the Chick-fil-A Leadercast was conceived eleven years ago by Dr. John C. Maxwell, "New York Times" best-selling author and speaker.  He wanted to combine his influential voice in the community with his desire to reach leaders at the heart level.  What started out as a half day, classroom-format event with John Maxwell teaching has since become a full-day, experiential conference featuring authors, leadership experts and practitioners.
"The event was a highlight in my development," said Jennifer Boubel, director of field services for Continental Airlines. "Each speaker brought insights that were inspiring. It is an incredible way to improve upon our leadership so that in turn we can make a difference in the lives of those we influence."
This year's program will focus on how YOU can use your passion to create positive change in your workplace, your community and in your family so we can make ourselves, our teams and our cities better.  When we join together, even the small changes we effect can become a powerful collective.

"Leadership is about who you are within," said Bill George, Harvard Business School professor and author of "True North." "I think it's important to listen to leaders to reflect on the kind of leader you want to become."
Cost is just $99 (a $129 value) and includes the day's manual and lunch.  Call for group discounts.  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a local non-profit to be determined.
Contact: Lori Freemire, Results Marketing
24 Mar 2011

COMMUNITY UNITES TO GIVE BACK AND DONATE DURING BLOOD DRIVE

By Marvin Whittaker
DAVENPORT, IA. (March 15, 2011) - For Beth Sweeney of Davenport, donating blood was a way to give back for the blood products 11-year-old Carina Benson with leukemia has used.  Carina is the daughter of Sweeney's friends Jill and Kevin Benson.

On March 23, blood donors like Beth in the Quad Cities area, are being encouraged to give a little of themselves and give back during the Giving Back for Carina Benson Blood Drive. During the four hour blood drive at the Knights of Columbus Hall, the American Red Cross hopes to collect more than 50 pints of blood.

The Red Cross, along with Sweeney and the Benson family, are encouraging the community to make the time to give blood this March - Red Cross Month - to ensure a stable blood supply for patients like Carina. Every day, more than 38,000 pints of blood are needed for patients in hospitals across the country.

In about an hour, you can make a lifesaving difference in the Quad Cities community and beyond by giving blood.

Giving Back for Carina Benson Blood Drive
Wednesday, March 23 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Knight's of Columbus Hall, 1111 E. 35th St.
To make an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
or visit redcrossblood.org.

The more you share, the more you get back. Give blood.

How to Donate Blood
A blood donor card or driver's license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.  Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age or younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.
21 Mar 2011

Forgiveness - Three Religions - Three Questions

By Allen Mothershed

Representatives from Christianity, Judaism, and the Muslim faiths discuss three questions: What does forgiveness mean in your faith tradition? How is your faith misunderstood by people of other faiths? Given the misunderstanding of your faith by others, what is the place of forgiveness? With Rabbi Tamar Grimm (Tri-city Jewish Center) - the Jewish faith; Rev. Ron Quay (Churches United) - the Christian Faith; Dr. Lisa Zaynab Killinger (Palmer College) - the Muslim Faith. Wednesday, April 6 at 6:00 p.m. in the Son Cafe (downstairs level) at First Congregational Church, 2201 7th Avenue, Moline. Free and no pre-registration required. For more information: allen@fccmoline.org.

21 Mar 2011

Chick-fil-A in Northpark Mall Hosts Daddy-Daughter Date Night

By Jason Counselman

WHAT: The Chick-fil-A® restaurant in Northpark Mall will host a Daddy-Daughter Date Night for the Davenport community on Friday, March 25 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event aims to provide fathers with an opportunity to enjoy engaging conversation with their daughters in a special setting.

The Chick-fil-A team will decorate the restaurant and provide table-side service for the father-daughter couples. The Picture People <http://www.picturepeople.com/home>  photographers will also be on site to take free 8x10 portraits for each couple. After dinner, couples will ride in a limousine around the mall, where the Chick-fil-A "Eat Mor Chikin®" Cows will greet them with gift bags. More than 20 Northpark Mall stores have donated gift cards and coupons for the gift bags.

"One of Chick-fil-A's goals is to promote community connections and enrich the lives of everyone we come in contact with," said restaurant Operator Jason Counselman. "We understand the importance of father-daughter relationships and want to encourage community members to take a break from busy schedules and celebrate the significant relationships in their lives."

Seating times are at 4:30, 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. and require reservations. To make a reservation, visit the restaurant's website at <http://www.cfanorthpark.com> . Space is limited.           

WHEN: Friday, March 25
4:30 - 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Chick-fil-A at Northpark Mall
320 W. Kimberly Road
Davenport, IA 52806
(563) 391-2613
Website <http://www.cfarestaurant.com/northparkmall-ia/home>
Friend us on Facebook! <http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/cfanorthpark>

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14 Mar 2011

UPDATE YOUR SPRING WARDROBE AND LOOK GOOD BY DOING GOOD

By Christine Hojnacki

Semi-Annual Goodwill Sale at Younkers

March 2, 2011 – By purchasing your spring wardrobe essentials at participating Younkers stores, you'll not only look good, you'll do good for your community as well. Between March 9 and 23, Younkers customers who donate clean, gently used clothing and textiles during the semi-annual Goodwill® Sale will receive coupons toward the purchase of new merchandise.

So, while you're showing off your new spring looks, the items you donated to Goodwill will be generating revenues for job training programs and other community-based services for people with disabilities, those who lack education or job experience, and others facing challenges to finding employment.

Participating customers receive one coupon per donated item, 20 items = 20 coupons. The coupons can be used at Younkers locations for 20-percent off regular or sale-price apparel, shoes and accessories and fine jewelry and 15-percent off cosmetics, fragrances and home store merchandise. Certain items, including furniture, electronics and toys, qualify for a 10-percent discount. During the fall 2010 sale, close to four million pounds of clothing and textiles were donated.

"Long-time partnerships like the semi-annual Goodwill Sale at Younkers Stores enhance our ability to acquire high-quality donated goods for our stores," said Jim Gibbons, president and CEO of Goodwill Industries International. "Store revenues support our mission of providing training and employment services that put people back to work and strengthen families."

"The Goodwill Sale is a signature event for our stores," says Bud Bergren, president and chief executive officer of  The Younkers Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT). "Customers receive a substantial discount while donating items to an important cause.  The Goodwill Sale exemplifies our commitment to the communities in which we do business."

Customers who register their donations at http://millionactsofgoodwill.comwill also receive a special 25-percent-off coupon to use during the Goodwill Sale as a thank you for their contributions. You can also play the site's "Spin-to-Win Instant Win Game" daily for a chance to win a $100 gift card, and be automatically entered in the sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip for two to New York City to see LIVE! with Regis & Kelly.

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14 Mar 2011

PARKS & RECREATION SPECIAL EVENTS MARK THE SPRING SEASON

By Ron Summers

Mark on your calendars and register for these can't miss special events!

REGISTER TODAY: Davenport Parks & Recreation has limited tickets available for our Annual Mother-Son Formal, which will be held on Sunday, March 27th from 5:30pm-8:00pm
at the River Center-Mississippi River Hall. Cost is $30.00 per couple and $15 each additional participant. This includes a flower for each mother, a keepsake made with your son, a buffet dinner, cake and punch and a fun-filled night of dancing. Our Daddy Daughter event sold out and this event fills fast so sign up today!!!

Remember to save the date: Spring Egg-stravaganza/Healthy Families Day on April 16th at Vander Veer Park from 10:00am-1:00pm. You don't want to miss this fun filled family event! Join B100 and Davenport Parks and Recreation to celebrate spring! Bring a basket to Vander Veer Park and begin your morning by participating in an egg hunt. From there, head on
over to the activities for Healthy Kids Day. Bring the entire family to the park and have a great time. The Egg Hunt is divided into appropriate age groups and begins at 10am sharp. Pre-
registration is $2.00 per participant/ Day of event is $5.00 per participant.

For further information on any of the programs or to register, please call the Davenport Parks and Recreation at the River's Edge, (563) 326-7812 or visit the web page at www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/parks

01 Mar 2011

Independent Scholars' Evenings

By Narveen Aryaputri
The Independent Scholars' Evenings are in session for the 2010-2011 Spring semester. Every Thursday evening at 7.00 p.m.
There is a difference this semester.
The Fifth Avenue door is open.  Convey to the city the wonderful job they have done on Fifth Avenue, please.
Of course the elevator is still through the 16th. street door.
Also, the sessions will be open session untill the evening is to be dedicated to the work of  one specific topic narrowing down through the presentation of  an Independent Scholar.  At which time we will publicise and circulate the presentation.
The evenings are for the presentation of  area Independent Scholars' ongoing work.
We will indicate to you the upcoming work, and you may, if  you are interested,  go over some background information yourself before the session.

For those who wish to schedule, just let us know and we will publicise your presentation. You can email me at this address or let either Lorna Thompson or me know when you come in for the ISE Thursdays.
Upcoming in April by area Independent Scholars:  The Power of  Social Media, by Chris Scott, Social Media Innovations.
and a presentation by Michael Rosenthal on the implications of  2012, as well as the pre-publication, final review of  Conceptual Art by Narveen Aryaputri, the current Carp Sustainable fishing by Michael Grady, export manager at Schafer Fishery.
Exact dates and timings will be circulated at a later date.
In the meantime, doors are open at 6.30p.m. Free snacks and a cash bar are available.
Please use the Evenings for your own work and support them so we can together support encourage and augment the ongoing work produced in our area.
Evenings dedicated to Independent Scholarship and research in the open collective society and outside of  academe are rare.
Bring your friends and your ideas.
The Evenings are free and open to the public.
on behalf  of  the board, co-learners and supports of  the Independent Scholars' Evenings
28 Feb 2011

YMCA Open House

By Cheryl Piersall

Two Rivers YMCA Offers Wellness Opportunities in Downtown Moline Centre

 

Stop in and check out the facilities on Tuesday, March 1 from 12 Noon until 1pm

at the Sylvan Boathouse, 1701 - 1st Avenue


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