Archive for Community
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Why Would I Do This?
By Carole Ferch, RDH, I-Smile Silver Coordinator Scott County Health Department If I had a nickel for every time someone has asked me, “How can you work in people’s mouths all day?” I would have a lot more money! The fact is, I have been in dentistry for 29 years and I still LOVE working ...
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Yard and Garden: Dealing with Premature Flowering Spring Bulbs
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Horticulturist Winter 2017 has been unusually mild in Iowa, with daily high temperatures in the 50s and 60s and approaching record highs. This is good news for those who dislike snow and icy conditions, but it can confuse spring-flow...
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Lifelong Learning – a Key to Living Longer
By Jamie Lange CASI Director of Marketing As we’re still struggling to hold to our New Year’s Resolutions for a healthier more active life, I challenge you to include stretching your mind this Spring. Lifelong learning and a thirst for knowledge are not new concepts, but I am increasingly am...
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Calendar of Events – February 2017
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Are you or someone you know a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s? Free educational classes are being offered for people with dementia, their families, and those who professionally serve them. Caring for People...
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Ruthie’s Steak and Seafood – A Fine Dining Experience
Ruthie’s Steak and Seafood, nestled atop the beautiful new Rhythm City Casino Resort, is a high-rise, fine-dining experience. Offering a floor to ceiling panoramic view of Iowa’s beautiful countryside and coupled with spectacular sunsets. From the freshest seafood to the finest cuts of steak, Ru...
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FEBRUARY 2017 Clinton and Scott County Meal Site noon meals
1) Andy’s Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes W/Gravy, Peas With Pearl Onions, Mandarin Oranges, Ice Cream, Cupcake W/ Frosting 2) BBQ Shredded Chicken On Bun, Crunchy Apple Coleslaw, Pears, Oatmeal Cookie, Orange Juice 3) Potato Crunch Pollock W/ Tartar Sauce Or Hamburger On Wheat Bun W/ Ketchup And ...
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Sending out a Love Message
By David W. Deuth, CFSP President, Weerts Funeral Home “Give me oil in my lamp, keep it burnin’ Give me oil in my lamp I pray, Give me oil in my lamp, keep it burnin’, burnin’ burnin’ Keep it burnin’ til the break of day….” Like many others, I learned this sing-song chorus ...
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RSVP | Lead With Experience
Rock Island County Senior Center: A Great Place to Volunteer By Bill Sedlacek Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Eastern Iowa and Western Illnois RSVP Director note: We have begun honoring RSVP partner agencies for leading by example by providing meaningful volunteer opportunities and by e...
