Archive for May, 2011
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Indy 500 Pre-Race Activities… It’s Race Day in Indianapolis!!!
At 6 a.m., and in some years as early as 5 a.m., an explosive is set off to signal the opening of the gates. Then the Purdue University All-American Marching Band plays several pre-race songs, including “On the Banks of the Wabash” and “Stars and Stripes Forever.” Our National anthem, ...
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Motorcycle Awareness – News for you from the Iowa D.O.T.
By Debra Carney Driver License Supervisor Office of Driver Services Davenport, Iowa Iowa Department of Transportation It’s been a long, cold, snowy winter, and with the return of warmer weather and dry pavement motorcycle riders are taking to the streets and highways. Operating a motorcyc...
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The History of Mother’s Day – A Labor of Love
In the hustle and bustle of life, Mother's Day is a time to pay tribute to our mother/grandmother and show her just how much we appreciate everything she's done, and continues to do for us. It's a very special day in the calendar for a very special person. But do you know the history of Mother's Day...
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YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY
By Karen Cole Social Security District Manager Davenport, Iowa A VALUABLE GIFT FOR MOM Mother’s Day is right around the corner. It’s always nice to give Mom a card, flowers, and candy. But this year people all over the country are helping their moms save nearly $4,000 a year on the cost...
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Ella’s Kitchen
Our long, cold winter has gone away. Hopefully, our wet, miserable early spring will go too! Now we can enjoy May and all that it has to offer! There are many occasions to enjoy food and fellowship in May. From the Kentucky Derby through Memorial Day Weekend the kitchen (or outside grill) should be ...
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Calendar of Events – May 2011
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association Please call Jerry Schroeder at (563) 324-1022 or 800-272-3900 for more information about programs. Aphasic Support Group Genesis The Aphasic Support Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. at Ge...
