Archive for July, 2010
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Shake it up at Martinis to the MAX!
By Lori Arguello, Director of Marketing Putnam Museum and IMAX Theatre, Davenport WHAT: Martinis to the MAX! WHEN: 5-8:30pm, the third Thursday of the month WHERE: Putnam IMAX in Davenport COST: $20 (Putnam members pay $15). Includes Martini Party with food, IMAX, and a light up martini! ...
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They came in carrying a clipboard. I knew they were serious.
By Dan Dolan Dan Dolan Homes The elderly couple pulled up to my open house in a brand new red Toyota Prius. They came in carrying a clipboard. I knew they were serious. The woman greeted me first and indicated they wanted to cut their living costs and downsize their living space. She indic...
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Who’s Really In Charge?
David W. Deuth, CFSP President, Weerts Funeral Home The third article in a series intended to help readers gain a better understanding of things most people never think about – until it’s time to plan a funeral. Previous articles in this series have underscored the importance of having a ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
Summertime and salads! Last month we had recipes for various light fares. How about adding some good homemade bread to finnish the meal? Bobbi has many to choose from. Remember, you can bake small loaves on the days when it is cooler. Then just freeze the breads. Take out and thaw just what you nee...
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The Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Festival
Bix & Friends JULY 22-25, 2010 It is a special moment in time... every summer, returning now for nearly 40 years. The Bix Beiderbecke Memorial Jazz Society brings traditional jazz back again to the riverfront. And it is a good time. Jazz is like that; it can make friends out of strangers, bo...
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Publisher’s Corner – Positive Changes are in Store
By Eloise Graham July 29 marks one year since my husband Jim died so unexpectedly. Much has happened since then. Like anyone who has experienced the death of their spouse, I've had good days and bad days, ups and downs. I sure miss him, his wit, his charm – and his just being there. As many ...
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My Great Fishing Story
By Russ Myers Late February this year I decided to take the ultimate fishing trip to Branson, Missouri and Table Rock Lake. I asked our friends, Tom and Diane Taylor if they would like to go with us in late April? They agreed, and I made the arrangements with a nationally famous bass fisherman,...
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The “Life Care” Difference
By Bob Morrison Development Director of Ridgecrest Village Life care takes away the risk of needing to pay for more expensive medical care as you need more services. We are fortunate to have many quality facilities in the Quad City area. If you’re contemplating a move to a sen...
