Archive for Community

  • What are you thankful for? What are you thankful for?

    By Becky Lee Hinton Director of Marketing The Fountains Senior Living Community I don’t think that William Bradford would recognize the American holiday we all know as Thanksgiving. William Bradford was the leader of the Separatist settlers of Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts whose j...

  • Ella’s Kitchen

    Autumn and apples go together. There is just something about the smell and taste of apples - crisp, refreshing, warm and tantalizing. The same can be said for autumn. Plan to go apple picking this fall, or at least to the farmers' market! Here is a list of varieties recommended by apple variet...

  • Calendar of Events - October 2010 Calendar of Events – October 2010

    Support Groups Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association Please call Jerry Schroeder at 563-324-1022 or 800-272-3900 for more information about programs.. QC Breast CancerSupport Group (Iowa): First Tuesday of each month, 7-9 pm downstairs Trinity at Terrace Park, 4500 Utica Ridge Road, Bettendorf....

  • Scouting Corner – Year of Celebration

    By Thomas McDermott Scout Executive, Illiowa Council Boy Scouts of America Scouts put the OUTING in SCOUTING October will see many Cub Scouts and their families enjoying a spooktacular weekend at Camp Loud Thunder. This extravaganza of events is made possible with the help of older Boy ...

  • Tales by Triplett - The Important Things in Life Tales by Triplett – The Important Things in Life

    By Patrick Triplett I’ve learned a lot during my 60-plus years on this earth. I've learned that missing a two-foot putt isn't the end of the world. Nor is a last-second Iowa Hawkeye loss. I've learned that it's not necessary to call 911 when the lawnmower catches on fire, and it's not worth yel...

  • In and Out of the Quad Cities In and Out of the Quad Cities

    Contributed by Gail McPike and Toni Hall Close your eyes and imagine the 100 greatest vacation destinations on the planet. Come on concentrate. Think vacation, get-a-way, fun, and family. Via mental telepathy we see your list – Orlando, Ocean Beach, Vail, Hot Springs and Hollywood are on y...

  • On The Go With Joe Hutter On The Go With Joe Hutter

    Seniors And Law Enforcement Together (SALT) By Joe Hutter With economic times as they are, debt collection has been increasing. You may have a son or daughter who has been having financial difficulties, and they do have a right to be treated fairly. Debt collectors can call only betwe...

  • Davenport Library News

    Davenport Public Library Offers Story Time for Everyone! A Great Activity to Share with the Grandchildren! Beginning September 1, the Davenport Public Library will offer nine different story time sessions each week! Story times are vital to a child’s development because they teach verb...