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Charitable Events Guide 2015 • GOLD BOOK 1

Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

Jan. 3, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Jan. 3, Trivia Night. Benefits The Arc of the Quad

Cities Area. Tropical-themed trivia night with prizes for best-decorated tables and contestants. Bring your own snacks, there also will be a cash bar, silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Reservations required for teams of eight players. 5:30-10 p.m., Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 25 Union Hall, 4600 Blackhawk Road, Rock Island. 309-786-6474.

Jan. 16, Beat the January Blues Trivia Night. Benefits the Handicapped Development Center. Doors open at 6 p.m., trivia starts and 7 p.m., Northgate Place, 1815 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport, next to the East Kimberly Hy-Vee. $10 per person.

Bring your own food and purchase drinks at the venue. Carol Foster, 563-391-4834, [email protected], handicappeddevelopment.org.

Jan. 17, Alumni Association Trivia Night. Benefits the Father Welch Scholarship, a scholarship awarded to an incoming student whose mother or father is a St. Ambrose alum, and the St. Ambrose Children’s Campus. Gather a team for 10 rounds of 10 questions. Bring your own snacks, beverages available for purchase. Child care is available (with donation) at the St. Ambrose University Children’s Campus, 1301 W. Lombard, Davenport. Doors open at 6 p.m., play

Pictured on the cover, clockwise from top (left to right) ❚ Tea for Two: Liz and Evelyn Strader and Roxanne Dierolf ❚ Tea for Two: Ava and Emily Cummings ❚ Rock Island Rotary: Jeff Dismer, Mike Locander, Kathy Trone, Carrie O’Neill, Kevin Koski, Anne McGlynn, Sue Lerschen-Cassatt, Molly Hammar-Shattuck and Steve Morenz ❚ Mardi Gras Charity Ball: Russel Kennel and Cynthia Eagle Lukasik ❚ Brew Ha Ha: Kelly Carney, Ben Jordan, Beth Dalsing and Ashley Fisher ❚ Tutu Fabulous: Joedy Cook, Don Boelens, Kelly Panther and Lauren VanSpeybroeck.

CHARITABLE EVENTSFEATURESSo much more than just a suit ....................................... 5Community Foundation manages $120M .............. 7QC100 helps individuals make a difference ............11Day of Caring ..............................................................12-13Rotary delivers coats to needy kids .............................14Deere volunteers aim to be ‘power for good’ ..........20

INDEXListings by organizations ......................................23-24

EVENTS BY MONTHJanuary ...........................1February .........................2March ..............................5April ..................................6

May ..................................8June ............................... 14July ................................ 15August .......................... 16

September .................. 17October ........................ 21November ................... 22December ................... 24

WELCOME TO GOLD BOOK’S 2015 CHARITABLE EVENTS GUIDE, YOUR SOCIAL-EVENT MAP FOR THE YEAR. WE HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS GUIDE AND THANK YOU FOR JOINING US IN SUPPORT OF THE NONPROFIT AGENCIES THAT ARE WORKING TO BUILD A BETTER COMMUNITY.

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begins at 7 p.m. Rogalski Center Ballroom, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport. $80 per table, mulligans available. 563-333-6290, [email protected].

Jan. 21, Celebrity Waiter/Waitress Dinner. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Celebrity waiters/waitresses recruit tables of eight. A full-course meal is served to guests. The waiters/waitresses sell not only eating utensils and desserts, but can also steal another celebrity’s table. The best waiter/waitress is the one who raised the most money. Time TBA. Isle of Capri, 1777 Isle Parkway, Bettendorf. $40 per person. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

Jan. 21-23, 10th Annual Putt-A-Round Golf Tournament. Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters. Play on an indoor miniature golf course that is designed by local businesses. Raffle drawings, special contests, food from local

restaurants and more. $25 per player, $100 for a team of four. Mississippi Hall, RiverCenter, 136 E. Third St., Davenport. Kayla Kiesey, 563-323-8006, [email protected], bbbs-mv.org.

Jan. 23, Safer Foundation Super Trivia Night. Benefits the Safer Foundation of the Quad Cities. Bring your own snacks, cash bar on-site, silent auction. Tables available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open 6 p.m., starts at 7 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall, 1111 W. 35th St., Davenport. $10 per person, eight people per team. Jennifer Boyd or Sue Davison, 563-322-7002, [email protected], saferfoundation.org.

Jan. 23-25, 39th Snowbird Softball Classic (coed). Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. More than 30 teams from the Midwest will participate each weekend in competitive and recreational brackets during the tournament. In between games, players

enjoy the warmth of the indoors at The Dugout while playing cards, socializing and participating in fun raffles and drawings to support one-to-one youth mentoring. Registration required. For more information, visit bbbs-mv.org or call The Dugout Sports Complex at 563-391-4211. $160 per team, up to 20 players per team. Kayla Kiesey, 563-323-8006, ext. 208, [email protected], bbbs-mv.org.

Jan. 30, Champagne on the Rocks. Benefits WQPT, the Quad Cities public television station. Event features an elegant dinner, auctions, entertainment and the chance to win fine jewelry. Cocktail attire. 6 p.m., Hotel Blackhawk, 200 E. Third St., Davenport. $100. WQPT, 309-764-2400, [email protected], wqpt.org.

Jan. 31, 11th Annual St. Jude Scrapbook Crop. Benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Twelve full hours of scrapbooking plus three meals, snacks all day, door prizes and lots of other

goodies. There will be several items for silent auction and raffles (tickets will be available all day). Bring a completed scrapbook page to be judged and pages without pictures to be auctioned. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., First Christian Church, 510 E. 15th St., Davenport. $50 registration. Sponsored by Alpha Kappa Chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International. Mariann Hayes, 563-381-3491, [email protected]; or Marcia Waldron, 309-314-2080, [email protected], stjudescrapcrop.com.

February TBA, Martinis & Manicures. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. An evening of international hors d’oeuvres and drinks with the following services available: minimanicure, minipedicure, massage, brow waxing, paraffin wax, and dry hair cut and style. 4-8 p.m., Shangri-la Salon & Day Spa, 1570 36th Ave., Moline. Prices vary. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected].

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Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

Feb. 6, Bacon, Brews & Berries. Benefits Friendly House. An evening of craft beer and wine tasting event, with all appetizers being centered around bacon! There will be a silent auction and raffle. 6-10 p.m., Figge Art Museum, 225 W. Second St., Davenport. $40 per person. 563-323-1921, ext. 28, friendlyhouseiowa.org.

Feb. 6-8, 39th Snowbird Softball Classic (men’s). Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. More than 30 teams from the Midwest will participate each weekend in competitive and recreational brackets during the tournament. In between games, players enjoy the warmth of the indoors at The Dugout while playing cards, socializing and participating in fun raffles and drawings to support one-to-one youth mentoring. Registration required. For more information, visit bbbs-mv.org or call The Dugout

Sports Complex at 563-391-4211. $160 per team, up to 20 players per team. Kayla Kiesey, 563-323-8006, ext. 208, [email protected], bbbs-mv.org.

Feb. 7, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Feb. 7, 7th Annual QC Hearts for Horses. Benefits Schone Horse Rescue, Milan, which rescues and rehabilitates abused and neglected hoofed animals — as well as educates children about caring for animals. There will be food available for purchase, 50/50 drawing and a silent auction. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the band Wild Oatz will play from 8 p.m. until midnight, Blue Grass Community Club, 232 E. Orphed St., Blue Grass. $10, free for children under 16. Jane Goettsch, 563-508-3942, facebook.com/qcheartsforhorses.

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Feb. 7, Riverbend Gala, A Winter Wonderland. Benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation Iowa. This black-tie optional evening will feature a dinner, program and dancing, as well as live and silent auctions. 5:30 p.m. silent auction and cocktails, 7:30 p.m. dinner, program and live auction. $90 per person, $700 for table of eight. Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St., Bettendorf. Paula Cockrell, 563-529-4335.

Feb. 11, Dine to Donate. Benefits the Safer Foundation of the Quad Cities. Present a flyer or

mention the Safer Foundation to your server at Granite City, 5270 Utica Ridge Road, Davenport, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and 10 percent of your total tab will be donated to the Safer Foundation. Flyers will be provided at the door. To-go orders are included too. Jennifer Boyd or Sue Davison, 563-322-7002, [email protected], saferfoundation.org.

Feb. 12, Spirits Tasting. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 6-9 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

Feb. 14, Roaring ’20s Valentine Ball. Benefits the Junior Board of Rock Island’s NEST program, and UnityPoint at Home child-welfare programs. The evening starts with a cocktail reception, followed by formal dinner, dancing, silent auction, and presentation of attendants, pages, and king and queen. Black-tie attire. 6 p.m., Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St., Bettendorf. $95 per person. Beth Behrends, 309-912-5966, [email protected], jbri.org.

Feb. 15, Boy Scouts of America Troop 100 45th Pancake & Sausage Breakfast. Benefits Troop 100. This is the troop’s only fundraising event. Thanks to this event, Scouts have been able to obtain and maintain eight canoes, four kayaks, and 20 tents, not to mention all the other camping gear. The breakfast also helps fund summer camp and equipment. 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Geneseo Moose Lodge, 1025 S. State St., Geneseo. $5 adults, $3 children ages 6 to 12, free for those younger than 6. Kathy Young, 309-714-8957, [email protected].

Feb. 16, Great Cardboard Sled Race. Benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley. Using sleds made

of cardboard, duct tape and paint, youths will race down the tubing hill at Snowstar Winter Sports Park. 9:30 a.m., Snowstar Winter Sports Park, 9500 126th St. W., Andalusia. $10 per person. Jennifer Garlach, 309-757-5777, ext. 202, [email protected], bgcmv.org.

Feb. 21, Rock Island Music Association Trivia Night. Benefits music education in Rock Island/Milan School District #41. Trivia game, snacks, beverages (including beer and coolers), 50/50 raffle, and silent auction items. $80 per table of eight. 7 p.m., Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 25 Union Hall, 4600 Blackhawk Road, Rock Island. Mary Brodd, 309-948-6279, [email protected].

Feb. 21, The HeART of It Wine Tasting Event. Benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley. An evening of sampling wines and appetizers while guests have the opportunity to view club members’ artwork which will be professionally displayed. Each guest will receive a wine glass and wine charm. 5-9 p.m., Teen Center, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley, 1122 Fifth Ave., Moline, $50. Jennifer Garlach, 309-757-5777, ext. 202, [email protected], bgcmv.org.

Friends of Trinity’s “Blossoms and Brunch” will be 9 a.m. Saturday, May 2. Proceeds benefit three Friends of Trinity projects: Caring Closet, Caring Canines and Prayer Shawl Ministry. Sitting from left at the 2014 event are Chelsey Walker and Beth Zeskey; standing from left are Jackie Staron, Paul Penrose and Sheila Avalos. (Submitted)


March 6, 13, 20, 27, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

March 7, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

March 7, Shop for Success Sale. Benefits Dress for Success. Open to the public, this sale provides an opportunity for women to inexpensively expand their wardrobe with gently-used clothing. From suits and separates to dresses and handbags, ranging from only $2 to $4, you’re bound to find plenty here. All proceeds help empower women on their journey toward economic self-sufficiency. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 311 E. Second St., Davenport. 563-322-1010, [email protected], dressforsuccess.org/quadcities.

March 7, Chuck Long Charity Sports Auction. Benefits the

Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. The live and silent auction features tailgate-type food. Eighty percent of auction items are sports memorabilia and the other 20 percent is general items/baskets. 5:30-11 p.m., Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, 777 Jumer Drive, Rock Island. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

March 7, Wine at the Warehouse. Benefits student scholarships at St. Ambrose University. Join us for a casual tasting at the Dimitri Wine & Spirits warehouse. Dimitri Papageorgiou and his staff will be eager to offer you a sampling of their favorite wines, and enjoy delicacies from several Quad-Cities restaurants. 4-6 p.m., Dimitri Wine & Spirits, 1735 W. Third St., Davenport. sau.edu/alumni/signature_events/wine_festival.html.

March 14, Trivia Night. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center, Holiday Food Baskets, Kiwanis “Eliminate” Project, Quad-Cities food pantries, East Moline and Silvis libraries, school scholarships, Special Olympics, Relay for Life, Project Graduation, MDA Summer Camp, and much more. Come and have fun

By Shenea Brockman

Growing up with a father who struggled with alcoholism and a mother who was unable to get credit in her own

name, Regina Haddock, is no stranger to struggle and can empathize with many of the strains her clients are currently facing. Days and nights were filled with worry due to threats of repossession and utility shut-offs.

Ms. Haddock is the founder and executive director of Dress for Success Quad Cities, an affiliate of the nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women located in more than 125 cities across 15 countries.

Ms. Haddock, who was a part-time adviser for the Lia Sophia Jewelry company (a major corporate sponsor of Dress for Success), had her aha moment in the fall of 2010 and knew that this program was exactly what was needed in the Quad-Cities. After much hard work and the helping hands of many, she proudly opened the boutique doors in November 2011.

Dress for Success serves clients by referral only, and since opening it has served more than 350 women. “Our clients come to us from over 50 local referral partners including homeless shelters, educational institutions, and domestic-violence shelters, among others,” says Ms. Haddock.

On her initial visit, a woman receives attire and accessories appropriate for the industry in which she is interviewing. After she finds a job, she returns to Dress for Success for additional clothing that can be mixed and matched to make several outfits, providing her with the foundation for a professional wardrobe.

Dress for Success Quad-Cities relies on the financial contributions, in-kind donations and volunteer efforts. You can get involved anytime — especially during the month of September when the organization’s premier fundraising event, One Night One Mission, will be held. (The event is scheduled for Sept. 17-19, see page 18 for more details.)

Visit facebook.com/dfsqc or onenightonemission.org for more information, and to learn how you can get involved.

So much more than just a suit at Dress for Success

Davenport Mayor Bill Gluba with Dress for Success Quad Cities Executive Director Regina Haddock at a ribbon-cutting for Dress for Success Boutique. (Submitted)


with Mr. Trivia and the East Moline/Silvis Kiwanis Club to raise money for local Kiwanis Club projects. 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. trivia starts. $10 per person, $80 per table. East Moline American Legion, 829 16th Ave., East Moline. Mike Laufenberg, 309-793-3131, [email protected].

March 15, Bowl for a Buddy. Benefits the Humane Society of Scott County. Teams of five per lane will enjoy three games of bowling, free shoe rental, $2 off a large pizza and fabulous

raffle and door prizes. Tickets available online at hssc.us and at shelter. $20 in advance, $15 for Humane Society of Scott County members and shelter-pet parents, $25 the day of the event. Noon-3 p.m. Miller Time Bowling, 2902 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Teresa LaBella, 563-388-6655, [email protected].

March 29, Pam Pray Memorial. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. A 4-mile run/fun walk in memory of Pam Pray, a dedicated volunteer.

8 a.m., Clinton Scottish Rite, 416 S. First St., Clinton. $25 adults, $20 before March 16; $10 kids, $8 before March 16. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

March 28, Alumni Association Trivia Night. Benefits the Father Welch Scholarship, a scholarship awarded to an incoming student whose mother or father is a St. Ambrose alum, and the St. Ambrose Children’s Campus. Gather a team for 10 rounds of

10 questions. Bring your own snacks, beverages available for purchase. Child care is available (with donation) at the St. Ambrose University Children’s Campus, 1301 W. Lombard, Davenport. Doors open at 6 p.m., play begins at 7 p.m., Rogalski Center Ballroom, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport. $80 per table, mulligans available. 563-333-6290, [email protected].

April 3, 10, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion

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Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

April 4, Ranch Riders’ Easter Egg Hunt. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Thousands of eggs will be put into four fields for ages 1-3, 4-6, 7-9, 10-12, and special needs; plus raffles, vendors and bounce houses. 10 a.m. gates open, 1 p.m. cannon goes off, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St., Davenport. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

April 4, Doggie Easter Egg Hunt. Benefits the Humane Society of Scott County. Dogs will sniff out treats in two groups: small and large. Dogs must be on a leash at all times. The $10 per dog entry fee includes bobbing for hot dogs for your pooch. For an additional $2, dogs in bonnets can compete for the Best in Show Bonnet prize. 12:30 p.m. registration, 1 p.m. start, Fejervary Park, Davenport. Teresa LaBella, 563-388-6655, [email protected].

April 4, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning

Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

April 11, Rock Island Police Benevolent Association Dance. Benefits the Rock Island Police Benevolent Association. Music, raffles and silent auctions. Monies raised goes towards Quad-Cities food pantries. Also, grants are made available to public and private schools. 5 p.m.-midnight, Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 25 Union Hall, 4600 Blackhawk Road, Rock Island. Lt. Bill L. Sowards (retired), 309-738-4069, [email protected].

April 11, Heart Ball. Benefits the American Heart Association’s cardiovascular research and education. Enjoy an elegant evening of entertainment, silent and live auctions, and fine dining. 6-8:30 p.m., The Outing Club, 2109 Brady St., Davenport. 563-323-4321.

April 11, Wine Festival Preview Dinner. Proceeds benefit student scholarships at St. Ambrose University. Enjoy an elegant

By Gold Book Staff

When it comes to being an engine to distribute wealth, perhaps no local organization does it better than

the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend. The Community Foundation of the Great River Bend, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2014, manages 950 distinct charitable funds, totaling almost $120 million in assets, and serves 17 counties in two states. The foundation has distributed more than $40 million in grants to charitable causes locally and nationwide that reflect the individual passions of more than 10,000 generous donors over the past 50 years.

Sherry Ristau was recently named the foundation’s new president and chief executive officer. She was employed for more than 20 years at Southwest Initiative Foundation, including the last 17 as president/CEO. SWIF’s net assets grew from $23 million to $66 million, which includes over $34 million in the unrestricted endowment, since Ms. Ristau took leadership in 1997. Ms. Ristau also has been a voice for rural philanthropy across the nation while serving on the Council on Foundations and Orton Family Foundation boards.

“I am really excited to meet key business and community leaders in the Quad-Cities area and learn more about the region and explore how the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend can continue to grow as a strong solid organization, leader and partner serving donors and the community,” says Ms. Ristau.

“I am truly looking forward to working with the board and staff and learning about all the assets of the Quad-Cities area and how to become part of an exciting future for the region,” she says. “People are the greatest asset of any region or community, and I can’t wait to get started to build many new relationships.”

For more information about the Community Foundation of the Great River Bend, visit cfgrb.org.

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Community Foundation of the Great River Bend’s new director Sherry Ristau. (Photo by Gary Krambeck)


evening in the Rogalski Center Ballroom. A first-class vintner will be on hand to showcase wines. The select wines will be paired with menu items prepared by the St. Ambrose University culinary team. After dinner, enjoy entertainment along with silent and live auctions. Black-tie optional event. 6 p.m. wine reception, 7 p.m. dinner, Rogalski Center, St. Ambrose University Campus, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport. sau.edu/alumni/signature_events/wine_festival.html.

April 11, Brunch With Heather Gudenkauf. Benefits scholarships and grants, sponsored by Beta Upsilon chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, an international society for women educators. Heather Gudenkauf of Dubuque will speak on her life as a mother, teacher and author of five books. 10 a.m.-noon, Short Hills Country Club, 2500 11th St., East Moline. $25 per person, $190 for table of eight. Regina Nelson, 309-235-5166, [email protected].

April 12, Children’s Therapy Center Telethon. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. The television fundraising event will feature commercial-free episodes of a popular ’80s or

’90s sitcom with fundraising between shows. All money raised will be used locally. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., WQAD, 3003 Park 16th St., Moline. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

April 18, Trivia Night. Benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley. Teams of eight people play trivia answering questions on various topics for cash prizes. 6 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. trivia begins, Teen Center, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley, 1122 5th Ave., Moline. $10 per person. Jennifer Garlach, 309-757-5777, ext. 202, [email protected], bgcmv.org.

April 19, Tea for Two. Benefits Alternatives (formerly Alternatives for Older Adults). 2-4 p.m., Stoney Creek Inn, 101 18th St., Moline. $25, $20 seniors, $20 children 14 and younger; $160 table of eight, $140 senior table of eight. Ellen Berberich, 309-277-0167.

April 22-26, Pink Moon Plant Sale. Benefits programs at the Quad City Botanical Center. Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Ticket prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

April 22, Recycle the Runway Luncheon. Benefits Dress for Success Quad Cities. A unique luncheon and fashion show where local designers will be challenged to create runway-ready fashion out of a bag of “unsuitable” garments. Follow us on Facebook for the latest news and events. Location, time and price TBA. 563-322-1010, [email protected], facebook.com/dfsqc.

April 23, Stylin’ Against Breast Cancer Runway Fashion Show Luncheon. Benefits local breast-cancer survivors and will support education about breast cancer and breast health in the Quad-Cities area. Noon-1:30 p.m., iWireless Center, 1201 River Drive, Moline. $35. Marika Jones, 309-764-7021, [email protected], trinityhealthfoundation.com.

April 25, Quad Cities March for Babies. Benefits the March of Dimes. Walking with friends and family is a fun and meaningful way to share time and contribute to an important cause: saving babies. Proceeds support research, education, community services and advocacy to give all babies a healthy start in life. 8 a.m. check-in, walk starts at 9 a.m., donations

raised by teams. Rock Island Arsenal Park Pavilion, 1 Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island. 563-323-6378, [email protected], marchforbabies.org.

May TBA, Riding with Rudy. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. A motorcycle poker run with live entertainment, raffles, silent auction and food specials. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. registration with motorcycles back by 5 p.m. at Rudy’s, 3944 Elmore Ave., Davenport. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

May 2, Champions4 Children Walk. Benefits the Mercer County Family Crisis Center. Funds raised stay in Mercer County to pay for counseling/therapy for victims of child abuse. 9 a.m., Central Park, College Avenue and Third Street, Aledo. Marla Reynolds, 309-582-7233, [email protected].

May 2, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic


Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 for kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

May 2, JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes. Benefits JDRF. The JDRF One Walk provides the perfect opportunity to get more involved in your local JDRF community and show your commitment to creating a world without Type 1 diabetes. These walks allow JDRF to fund life-changing research, help lessen the everyday burden of Type 1 diabetes, and create a

world where Type One has become Type None. 8:30 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. walk, Niabi Zoo, 12908 Niabi Zoo Road, Coal Valley. Admission by donation. Kim Seligman, 563-549-4571, [email protected], easterniowa.jdrf.org.

May 2, Garden of Eden Sale. Benefits the Christ the King Social Concerns Committee programs. Huge sale of donated items; everything but clothing (hence the name of the sale). Every penny made is donated to a large number of charitable causes in the

community: food banks, homeless shelters, free meal sites, YouthHope, Arrowhead, Pregnancy Resources, and more. 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Believers Together Center, 3209 60th St., Moline. Donna Dobbelare, 309-737-9057, [email protected].

May 2, Blossoms & Brunch. Benefits Trinity’s Caring Closet, Caring Canines, and Prayer Shawl Ministry. Annual fundraiser includes brunch, raffle of donations from local businesses, sale of spring plants and flowers,

and a variety of local vendors booths offering colorful spring and summer merchandise. Attendees are encouraged to wear spring hats to this celebration of spring. Sponsored by Friends of Trinity. 9 a.m., CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport. Sponsorships available. Reservations $20. 309-779-2343, [email protected].

May 2-10, Plant Sale. Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. Since 1990, the plant sale has been an annual

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fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. Individuals, businesses and organizations can preorder annual bedding plants and hanging baskets to guarantee selection, or shop in person during retail hours. There are more than 30 varieties of beautiful flowers in multiple colors to choose from and delivery is offered for orders of $150 and more. It’s a great place to shop for Mother’s Day or to begin your landscaping project — and the proceeds go towards area children facing adversity. Visit bbbs-mv.org to learn more, preordering will begin in February. Open daily 8 a.m.-7 p.m., except on the last day when closing is at 5 p.m. Northwest Bank & Trust, corner of Welcome Way & Kimberly Road, Davenport.

Prices vary. Kayla Kiesey, 563-323-8006, [email protected], bbbs-mv.org.

May 3, Flea Market. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center, holiday food baskets, Kiwanis “Eliminate” Project, Quad-Cities food pantries, East Moline and Silvis libraries, school scholarships, Special Olympics, Relay for Life, Project Graduation, MDA Summer Camp, and much more. Come and join 50 vendors/exhibitors to help raise money for Kiwanis Club projects. 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive, East Moline. $2 donation. William Siess, 309-796-1204, [email protected], rockislandfair.org.

May 3, Chocolate Celebration. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Ticket prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

May 9, Habitat for Humanity 4th Annual Golf Outing. Benefits Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities. Join Habitat for Humanity for a four-person, preferred-ball golf outing. $75 per person, $300 per foursome. Sponsorships available. 8:30 a.m. shotgun start, Indian Bluff Golf Course, 6200 78th Ave., Milan. Dougal Nelson, 563-359-9066, [email protected], habitatqc.org.

May 9, RWK Annual Spring Cruise. Benefits the RWK Foundation which helps grieving children in the Quad-Cities area. This will be a cruise to different area establishments and then an after-party to follow with live music, food, raffles, silent auction and a 50/50 drawing. 10 a.m. registration, 11 a.m. blessing of the cruise, 4 p.m. after-party. Kavanaugh’s Hilltop, 1228 30th St., Rock Island. $20 per person, $30 with passenger. Linda Kerwin, 309-373-9300, [email protected], rwkfoundation.org.

May 14, Party of the Century. Benefits Quad City Symphony Orchestra programs. 5:30 p.m., RiverCenter, 136 E. Third St., Davenport. qcsymphony.com.

May 15-16, Fresh Start Benefit Sale. Benefits programs at Humility of Mary Housing Inc. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Humility of Mary Housing, 3805 Mississippi Ave., Davenport. 563-326-1330, humilityofmaryhousing.com.

May 16, Wine Festival Wine Tasting. Proceeds benefit student scholarships at St. Ambrose University. Underneath the towering oak trees, sip your way through a spectacular assortment of 150 wines from around the world and enjoy culinary highlights from a number of Quad-Cities restaurants. Festival vintner Dimitri Papageorgiou will offer his years of experience in the wine industry to assemble an impressive assortment of wines from California to Germany to New Zealand. The Wine Festival Wine Tasting has earned the reputation as a premiere Quad-Cities event and annually draws nearly 1,000 people to St. Ambrose campus to support student scholarships. St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport. sau.edu/alumni/signature_events/wine_festival.html.

Allison Crooks at the 2014 Snowbird Softball Classic at the Dugout Sports Complex, Davenport, benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. Visit bbbs-mv.org for 2015 event details. (Photo by Todd Welvaert)


May 16, Walk MS. Benefits multiple sclerosis research. Now in its 17th year, Walk MS — Quad Cities 2015 is a 1- or 3-mile walk that connects people living with MS and those who care about them. The money raised by Walk MS speeds new treatments and ensures financial support for people dealing with the havoc MS causes. There is no registration fee to participate in Walk MS. 10 a.m., Veterans Memorial Park, 1645 23rd St., Bettendorf. Randy Stevenson, 563-723-2204, [email protected].

May 16, 21st Annual Heart Walk. Benefits the American Heart Association’s cardiovascular research and education. Creates opportunities for people to improve their health by walking and raises funds to help fight heart disease. Walkers ask others to support their walk effort by sponsoring them with a donation. 8 a.m. festivities begin, 9:30 a.m. walk starts, The District, downtown Rock Island. American Heart Association, 563-323-4321, [email protected].

May 23, 2nd Annual First Step Riverfront 5K. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the

Quad Cities. Kick off the Memorial Day weekend with a 2K family fun run/walk and 5K race. Post-race celebration to follow. 5:45 p.m. 2K starts, 6 p.m. 5K starts. Western Illinois University Quad Cities, 3300 River Drive, Moline. $15, $30. Chris VanSpeybroeck, 309-762-9552, ext. 105, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

May 22-24, 29-31, Love, Loss and What I Wore. Benefits Dress for Success Quad Cities. This intimate collection of stories by Nora and Delia Ephron celebrate an accomplished two-and-a-half year run in New York’s Westside Theatre. The show, in conjunction with QC Theater Workshop, uses clothing and accessories — and the memories they trigger — to tell funny and often poignant stories that all women can relate to. Time and price TBA. 311 E. Second St., Davenport. 563-322-1010, [email protected], qctheatreworkshop.org.

May 29, 100 Years, 100 Cellos. Benefits Quad City Symphony Orchestra programs. Join QCSO for its 100th anniversary celebration and a silent auction. 6 p.m., Figge Art Museum, 225 W. Second St., Davenport. qcsymphony.com.

By John Marx

Tim Lane is up front and honest; he is only the

wheelman of all that is QC100.

“The best ideas are often stolen,” says Mr. Lane, a Bettendorf-based finan-cial adviser with Edward R. Jones, who with his wife, Carrie, brought QC100 to life locally.

QC100 is an independent and caring group, dedicated to making a significant financial impact through support of local nonprofit and charitable organizations.

“I got the idea from a Des Moines-based group and groups in Michigan, Ohio and Connecticut, just to name a few,” adds Mr. Lane, who lives in Eldridge. “The idea is not new. What’s interesting is the concept you work from and how people of the Quad-Cities have responded. It’s been a wonderful experience.’’

If you were to tag QC100, you would label it a “giving circle,” featuring a floating number of members — all with big hearts — working to better the lives of others. It’s individuals who donate their money collectively to benefit local entities working on behalf of those in need.

Mr. Lane, who serves on a number of local boards and is involved in a variety of local causes, says QC100 meets quarterly at Davenport’s River Music Experience. Each member commits to donating $100 per meeting, or $400 a year. Donations are given directly by the individuals to Quad-Cities area charities or nonprofits. No national foundations or charities will be considered.

“Members nominate a charity for funding,” says Mr. Lane. “They are written out on a piece of paper and blindly drawn from a hat. Three charities are selected from the nominations. At that point the nominator of a selected charity then offers a brief presentation on his or her nominee.

“The group, as a whole, votes by ballot to see which entity receives the funds. Then each member of QC100 makes a direct donation. By pooling our resources we are able to donate thousands of dollars to enable local not-for-profits to continue to do good work,” says Mr. Lane.

The number of participants in QC100 varies from quarter-to-quarter, but the commitment to making life better for others does not. In the past year, more than $20,000 has been donated by the group.

“It goes to show that people can make a difference and want to be involved,” says Mr. Lane.

For more information about QC100, contact Tim Lane at [email protected] or visit facebook.com/qc100.

QC100 helps individuals make a big difference

QC100 participant Elisa Klein, left, with recipient Ann Schwikerath, Executive Director of Project Renewal, one of the many groups that have benefited from the local giving group’s generosity. (Submitted)


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UNITED WAYDay of Caring

How much can change in just one day? With nearly 2,800 John Deere employees behind it — a lot! That’s the spirit of a Day of Caring.

With single-day events sponsored by the United Way and other organizations globally, John Deere is able to join forces with its home communities and make significant impacts on people’s lives.

“When you have 1,800 John Deere people focusing on doing a project in the community, it’s absolutely amazing the difference it makes to these nonprofit organizations and the cities we live and work in,” says Cheryl Ashcraft, John Deere Foundation Manager, who organized the United Way Day of Caring in the Quad Cities. According to Ms. Ashcraft, it’s such a popular event among employees, United Way needs to add more projects each year.

Across the globe, employee Gaby Stumpf in Mannheim, Germany, noticed a similar reaction among employees who volunteered at a one-day event: building a tree house for kindergartners and painting their school.

“This was the first time our information technology department participated in this kind of event and they talked about it for days after,” she says. “Many people said that it’s great to look back after a long day to all the things we’ve achieved, especially because in the IT world you often do not really see a finished product.”

Almost 300 employees in Pune, India, spent a day working on a variety of projects in their community, including upgrad-ing school infrastructures, park and garden development, agriculture and building wash areas.

“Employees are interested in working with local communities to foster development,” says Arun Pandey, John Deere India Deputy General Manager of Corporate Affairs, who helped organize the event. “They’re eager to contribute their time to benefit our communities and support John Deere’s commitment to those linked to the land.”

In Des Moines, 225 John Deere volunteers supported three programs during the United Way Day of Action: Read. Learn. Succeed, which is co-sponsored by John Deere; Dressers for Kids; and Camp Hantesa cleanup.

“We can count on John Deere to jump in and give back whenever we have a need,” says Scott Valbert, Corporate Relations Manager at the United Way of Central Iowa. “Typically, we have 10 projects and only four of them get done, but with John Deere volunteering, we always accomplish more than the 10 projects.”

Making a difference in their communities is just one more way John Deere employees are a POWER FOR GOOD.

1. John Deere employees from Mannheim, Germany, volunteer to restore a treehouse at a local kindergarten. 2. John Deere financial volunteers in Des Moines read to third-grade students as part of their annual “Day of Action.” 3. Some 1,800 Quad-Cities Deere employees take a day off work to improve their community. 4. John Deere facilities engineers team up to design and build an educational kiosk for a nature center in Cedar Falls. 5. Nearly 300 John Deere India employees celebrate their first-ever day of volunteerism in Pune, India. 6. Deere employees help clean up a pond during the National Mall Day of Service in Washington, D.C.

For more information, including an announcement of the Day of Caring date, visit UNITEDWAYQC.ORG.

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May 31, Pixie Tea. Benefits programs at the Quad City Botanical Center. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

May 31, HANDS Auxiliary Cocktail Party and Auction. Benefits the Handicapped Development Center. Registration for the June 1 golf outing gets admission for golfer and a guest to attend this party. $30 for the cocktail party only. Business casual attire. Cocktail party includes complimentary drinks and appetizers and live and silent auction items. 9 p.m., Steeplegate Inn, 100 W. 76th St., Davenport. Carol Foster, 563-391-4834, [email protected], handicappeddevelopment.org.

June TBA, Iowa Women’s Basketball Signing. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. An evening with coach Lisa Bluder, Jenni Fitzgerald, Jan Jensen and former Miss Iowa Basketball Stacy Schlopkohl. Wine tasting and light hors d’oeuvres will be available along with autograph opportunities.

Time and price TBA. Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, 777 Jumer’s Drive, Rock Island. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

June 1, HANDS Auxiliary Golf Outing. Benefits the Handicapped Development Center. The outing offers golfers an 18-hole scramble format at 8 a.m., nine-hole scramble format at 9:30 a.m., or an 18-hole play-your-own-ball format at 12:30 p.m. As part of the registration fee, golfers and a guest can attend the cocktail party/auction the evening before. Dinner follows afternoon rounds, starting around 5 p.m. Golf attire required. Crow Valley Golf Club, 4316 E. 60th St., Davenport. $100 for nine-hole players, $200 for 18-hole players. Carol Foster, 563-391-4834, [email protected], handicappeddevelopment.org.

June 6, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

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Recall a winter during childhood where you

were all bundled up in a warm winter coat, snow pants, hat, mittens and boots. Those magical days bring to mind playing in the snow, sledding and returning home to a cup of warm cocoa.

These pleasant memories are ones that we cherish and that every child should enjoy. However, in the Quad-Cities and Eastern Iowa region, many children do not enjoy these same privileges. There are several schools in our region where 80 percent of the students do not have winter coats! This is true in school districts that one would imagine that this situation would never occur. The reality of these hard economic times is that our children suffer from having their basic needs go unmet.

Rotary District 6000 has come to the rescue, delivering 8,808 coats to area school districts.

“Rotary functions behind the scenes serving many underserved individuals in our community through a variety of programs. We are thrilled to be able to help our community and its children by providing them warm coats,” says Iowa Quad Cities Rotary’s Operation Warm Chair Dr. Lisa Arndt.

Rotary is an international organization of professionals whose members strive to promote peace, fight disease, provide clean water, save mothers and children, and support education while growing local economies. Rotary’s four-way test challenges members through their lives and works to be truthful, fair to all concerned, build goodwill and better friendships, and promote programs that will be beneficial to all concerned.

Rotary delivers coats to needy kids

Iowa Quad-Cities Rotary Operation Warm Chair Dr. Lisa Arndt. (Submitted)


June 12, Sound Garden Jamboree. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 6-8 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

June 13, Race for the Cure. Benefits Quad Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen. This 5K and 1.2-mile race for women, men, and families raises awareness and dollars for the fight against breast cancer. There’s musical entertainment along the course and a fun zone for the kids. Up to 75 percent of the proceeds remain in the local affiliate’s eight-county service area to provide breast-health services and education for women in need. And up to 25 percent funds ground-breaking research to find a cure. Time TBA, race starts outside of iWireless Center, 1401 W. River Drive, Moline. 563-421-CURE (2873), komenquadcities.org.

June 15, Youth Service Bureau Whitey Verstraete Memorial Golf Outing. Benefits the Youth Service Bureau of Rock Island County. 18-hole preferred-ball event; flighted. $80 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf and cart, goodie bag, beverages, after-play dinner in the clubhouse, and raffle and silent auction.

Pinnacle Country Club, 11928 Knoxville Road, Milan. $80 per person. Bobbie Fox, 309-793-3460, ext. 24.

June 20, The Microbrew Mile & 6K Road Race. Benefits the Chris VanSpeybroeck Memorial Scholarship. The event features multiple waves of a flat, fast, and spectator-friendly mile race; followed by an equally flat, fast, and spectator-friendly 6K race. The races kick off at 4 p.m. with a great after-party featuring a vast array of craft beers from all over the Midwest, free brats to all the registered participants, and live entertainment from Cody Road, a high energy country rock band. Fifth Avenue, downtown Moline. Joshua Sherrod, 309-236-9573, [email protected], microbrewmile.com.

June 22, Pro Am Golf Outing. Benefits camp scholarships for underprivileged Boy Scouts. The Pro-Am, PGA, and Iowa Section professionals will be playing a tournament within a tournament. The Scout Pro-Am outing uses the Stableford scoring system; several games and events on course. Includes lunch, dinner, beverages on course, golf, cart and team play with PGA Pro. 11:30 a.m. shotgun start, Davenport Country Club,

25500 Valley Drive, Pleasant Valley. $250 per player. Nick Norman, 563-388-7233, [email protected].

June 27, 4th Annual Chris “SPEY” VanSpeybroeck Memorial Golf Tournament. Benefits scholarships for local high school graduates and the National Meningitis Association. The tournament will pay top-three finishers in four flights. Includes golf, cart, prize fund and dinner. The deadline for registration is June 20. Family and friends are welcome for $7 a plate, children under 10 $4, and 5 and younger free. 1 p.m. shotgun start, Indian Bluffs Golf Course, Milan. $260 per four-person team. Larry Stephenson, 309-269-7137.

July 4, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 for kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

July 7, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley

2015 Golf Invitational. Benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley. Participants play 18 holes of golf in a foursome while enjoying food and beverages, as well as golf demonstrations. Party with dinner, beverages, entertainment and auction to follow. Nongolfers are welcome to attend party as well. Time TBA, Short Hills Country Club, 2500 11th St., East Moline. $1,250 per golfer, $5,000 per foursome. $50 after-party for nongolfers. Jennifer Garlach, 309-757-5777, ext. 202, [email protected], bgcmvgolf.com.

July 11, ABATE District 15 Taco Motorcycle Run. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Similar to a poker run, but upon completion of the run everyone returns for tacos. 10 a.m.-noon registration at Wiebler’s, 5320 Corporate Park Drive, Davenport. Ends at Beach Pub, 1022 Front St., Buffalo, by 5 p.m. $10. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

July 20, Big Brothers Big Sisters Golf Outing. Benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley. Grab your friends, family and co-workers for an enjoyable


round of golf that will help drive life-changing results in local children facing adversity. The outing will begin with a shotgun start at the Jack Nicklaus-designed course at Fyre Lake Golf Club with food, drinks, contests and raffle drawings offered throughout the day. Individuals, pairs and foursomes are welcome with preregistration encouraged, but walk-ins welcomed based on availability. Summer golf attire. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fyre Lake Golf Club, 1057 Fairway Lane, Sherrard. $150 per person or $600 per team of four. Kayla Kiesey, 563-

323-8006, [email protected], bbbs-mv.org.

July 26, Flea Market. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center, holiday food baskets, Kiwanis “Eliminate” Project, Quad-Cities food pantries, East Moline and Silvis libraries, school scholarships, Special Olympics, Relay for Life, Project Graduation, MDA Summer Camp, and much more. Come and join 50 vendors/exhibitors to help raise money for Kiwanis Club projects. 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Rock Island County

Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive, East Moline. $2 donation. William Siess, 309-796-1204, [email protected], rockislandfair.org.

June 26, 20th Annual Picnic on the River. Benefits the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities Area. Guests will enjoy a beautiful night along the Mississippi River with fabulous hors d’oeuvres, live music, live and silent auctions, and wine pull. Schwiebert Riverfront Park, Mississippi River at 17th Street, Rock Island. $50, $500

reserved table of eight. 309-743-2166, [email protected].

July 31, Flamingo Fandango. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 6-10 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

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Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. A fun afternoon of kids’ activities to start the school season. Time TBA, Happy Joe’s, 2014 16th St., Moline. Prices depend on games. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

August TBA, Up With Life 4K Community Walk. Benefits Up With Life Suicide Awareness & Prevention. Whether you are walking for the cause, a parent, a child, a friend or even if you are a suicide survivor yourself, you’re invited to join us and wear your color in honor of why you are attending. Free refreshments, local entertainment, speakers and sales tents start off the day followed by a balloon release in memory of loved ones. Walkers can purchase a T-shirt for $20 and there are other items for sale. Noon, College Square Park, Cambridge. Alyssa Gorman, 309-944-7179, [email protected], upwithlife-suicideprevention.com.

Aug. 1, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy.

7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Aug. 15-16, Scouting Clays Classic. Benefits the Boy Scouts’ mission at summer camp. Sponsored by Modern Woodmen of America, Whitey’s Ice Cream, Exelon, Tri-City Electric and UnityPoint Health. The event is a sporting clays shooting round of 100 targets over 12 shooting stations. Contestants can win prizes regardless of score or skill level. Includes welcome dinner, lunch, sporting clays round, targets

and ammunition. Bi-State Sportsmen’s Club, 817 Cleveland Road, Colona. $175 per shooter. Nick Norman, 563-388-7233, [email protected].

Aug. 16, Transpor-tation Day — Tracks, Tires and Tugs, Oh My! Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 1-4 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

Aug. 22, Nathan Linn Memorial Golf Tournament. Benefits the

Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Golf tournament, dinner, drinks and raffles. Noon-12:30 p.m. check-in, 1 p.m. shotgun start, Highland Springs Golf Course, 9500 35th St. W., Rock Island. $65. W.K. Juncker, 309-762-9552, ext. 103, or Jenna Rasche, 309-269-2556, [email protected], golfwithnate.com.

Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

Beth Scott, Jean Medd, Debbie Jones and Irene Mann at the 2014 Stylin’ Against Breast Cancer Runway Fashion Show Luncheon, held at the iWireless Center, benefitting breast-cancer education. Visit trinityhealthfoundation.com for 2015 event details. (Photo by Paul Colletti)


Sept. 5, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Sept. 6, 7th Annual Car Show for Kids. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Open to all makes and models and anything with wheels. Top 50

(as voted on by entrants) will receive plaques, top 12 will be featured on the 2016 calendar and kids’ choice (chosen by children receiving therapy services) will be featured on cover. 9-11 a.m. registration, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Hooters, 110 E. Kimberly Road, Davenport. $12, $15 day of event. No fee for spectators. Cara Saul, 309-762-9552, ext. 104, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

Sept. 12, Nick Teddy 5K. Benefits sarcoma research, and local Ewing’s sarcoma patients and their families. In memory

of Nicholas Theodore Strub, who died in November 2011 of Ewing’s sarcoma. This 5K race and family event raises awareness and funding for research into Ewing’s sarcoma, a pediatric bone cancer currently affecting several local children. Features children’s races and games, and after-party with food and entertainment. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Starts in Port Byron. Entry fee TBA. Holly Larson, 309-798-3081.

Sept. 17-19, One Night One Mission. Benefits Dress for Success Quad Cities. One Night One

Mission is an event created to generate awareness and celebrate the mission of Dress for Success. The idea is simple — hostesses invite caring and generous people who are passionate about empowering women to come together and celebrate during three nights. Dress for Success Quad Cities, 311 E. Second St., Davenport. 563-322-1010, [email protected].

Sept. 19, 41st Annual Charity Bass Tournament. Benefits the Children’s Therapy

Additional copies of the 2015 Charitable Events

Guide are available by calling Dayle Hall at

309.757.5023 or emailing [email protected]

The Art Legacy League is a Quad City nonprofit organization

supporting the traditional letter arts and book arts through exhibitions and training opportunities.Honoring the legacy of Rev. Edward Catich.

Visit artlegacyleague.org

Pictured with New York Times bestselling author Steve Berry are ALL Board members Amy Nielsen, John Bald, Linda Kelty,

Jeff and Donna Young, Paul Herrera, Elizabeth and Steve Berry and George Ohley at the Art Legacy League’s 2014 fund raising event.


Center of the Quad Cities. Tournament is one of the oldest and largest open team tournaments in the Midwest, routinely drawing more than 200 competitors from Iowa, Illinois and beyond. The event includes a Friday night meet-and-greet at Grace Marine, 1211 Canal Shore Drive SW, LeClaire, with the tournament launching from Albany on Saturday with payback to the top 15 teams. Albany Landing (Pool 14), Albany. $100 per two-man team. Cara Saul, 309-762-9552, ext. 104, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

Sept. 20, Jazz Brunch. Benefits Humility of Mary Housing Inc. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Crow Valley Golf Club, 4315 E. 60th St., Davenport. $75. 563-326-1330, humilityofmaryhousing.com.

Sept. 20, Dog Day Afternoon Crawl for a Cause. Benefits the Humane Society of Scott County. Check-in and pick up T-shirts at the Barrel House, 211 E. Second St., Davenport. Crawl to other great bars and restaurants and get your ticket punched at every stop to enter the grand prize drawing. Raffle tickets for fabulous prizes at all crawl locations. Cap off the crawl with a rockin’ after-party at the Barrel House. Tickets available at the shelter or

online at hssc.us. Noon-3 p.m., downtown Davenport. $20 in advance, $15 for Humane Society of Scott County members, $25 the day of the event. Teresa LaBella, 563-388-6655, [email protected].

Sept. 25, Autumn Enchantment Celebrity Style Show. Benefits UnityPoint Health – Trinity. This annual fundraising event features a social hour, luncheon, raffle, silent auction, and a variety of local vendor booths. The style show features models from area media outlets and the business world. Sponsored by Friends of Trinity. 11 a.m., RiverCenter, 136 E. Third St., Davenport. Reservations $35, sponsorships available. 309-779-2343, [email protected].

Sept. 26, Tim Eagle Memorial Golf Outing. Benefits the Friends of Tim Eagle. The Friends of Tim Eagle has donated about $150,000 to the Comprehensive Cancer Center in Madison, Wisconsin, to support Dr. Mark Albertini and his research team. Together, we continue to search for a cure for melanoma, the disease that took Tim’s life in October 1998. Golf attire preferable. Highland Springs Golf Course, 9500 35th St. W., Rock Island. $75 per person for

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By Tia Watson

Since the time John Deere served as mayor in his adopted hometown of Moline

from 1873-1875, the company he founded has been known as a good corporate citizen.

Today, the company and John Deere Foundation continue to be a good citizen, having invested nearly $32 million across the globe in 2014 in an effort to improve living standards for people everywhere.

“We bring to life our higher purpose through citizenship activities in two com-plementary ways,” says Nate Clark, John Deere Foundation Vice President. “First, we invest in programs and partners that work to solve world hunger, empower others through education, and develop economic opportunities in our home communities. Second, by leveraging the enormous and diverse talents of John

Deere employee volunteers, we mag-nify the spirit, impact and durability of these investments.”

Through John Deere’s global employee volunteerism initiative, employees are encouraged to take paid time off to give back to society and enrich the quality of life in their communities. According to Global Volunteerism Manager Deb Wirth, the initiative benefits the employee and company, as well as the community. “The processes, project-management skills and the global perspective we inherently possess as Deere employees can be invaluable to small businesses and non-profits,” she notes.

As for the employee, Ms. Wirth says studies have shown those who volunteer feel better, both physically and emotion-ally, and have lower stress levels. “I also

believe that employees feel a deeper con-nection to the company when they vol-unteer in the community,” she said. “They take great pride in representing John Deere and building our brand.”

Across the U.S., where employees have access to reporting their volunteer work, some 82,000 hours were recorded in 2014, benefiting more than 750 nonprofit organizations. Employee volunteers are also active in Brazil, India, China and Canada.

First-time Deere volunteer Trevis Worley painted picnic tables with co-workers at the 2014 Quad Cities Day of Caring and is hooked. “This project was very rewarding as it showed me how a little hard work can improve the community we live in. If we all step back and look at the bigger picture by volunteering in our communities, we can make a difference.”

Deere volunteers aim to be ‘power for good’

John Deere employees across the U.S., including these in Cary, North Carolina, commemorated World Food Day by packaging meals for local food banks. (Submitted)


golf, $50 hole sponsor, $150 event sponsor, $15 per person dinner only. Kathy Eagle, 309-912-2045, [email protected].

Sept. 27, Flea Market. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center, holiday food baskets, Kiwanis “Eliminate” Project, Quad-Cities food pantries, East Moline and Silvis libraries, school scholarships, Special Olympics, Relay for Life, Project Graduation, MDA Summer Camp, and much more. Come and join 50 vendors/exhibitors to help raise money for Kiwanis Club projects. 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Rock Island County Fairgrounds, 4200 Archer Drive, East Moline. $2 donation. William Siess, 309-796-1204, [email protected], rockislandfair.org.

Sept. 27, Quad Cities Marathon. Benefits the Erika Kate Hope Alliance and the Quad Cities Prostate Cancer Initiative. The 26.2-mile run starts and ends in downtown Moline. The flat, fast course features one of the finest, most scenic river views in the country. It covers five races, four cities, three bridges, two states, and one island, all along the mighty Mississippi River. Race weekend offers something for everyone with a half marathon, marathon

relay, 5K, 1-mile walk and a micromarathon for the kids. 7:30 a.m. simultaneous start, John Deere Commons, 1201 River Drive, Moline. Registration fees vary. qcmarathon.org.

Sept. 27, Harvest Moon Banquet. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 6-10 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

Sept. 28, Birdies for the Brave. Benefits members of the U.S. armed forces and their families. This national outreach initiative is dedicated to honoring the courageous men and women of the U.S. armed forces and their families through nine nonprofit military homefront groups that are supported by PGA Tour players. Money raised provides critical programs and services to meet the specialized needs of wounded veterans and military families, ranging from housing, rehabilitative services and financial aid to educational scholarships, counseling and career services. More details TBA. TPC Deere Run, 3100 Heather Knoll, Silvis. $125 per player, $500 for foursome. Todd Hajduk, TPC Deere Run, 309-796-4015, tpc.com/deererun.

October TBA, Oktoberfest Evening. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Enjoy craft-beer tasting, trivia fun, hors d’oeuvres and prizes. 6-9 p.m., Short Hills Country Club, 2500 11th St., East Moline. $25 per person, $180 per table of eight. Chris VanSpeybroeck, 309-762-9552, ext. 105, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

October or November TBA, Hawkeye Tailgate Bash. Benefits the Children’s Therapy Center of the Quad Cities. Cheer on the Hawkeyes with other Hawkeye fans and former players. The game will be shown on three big-screen TVs inside and the Jumbotron in left field. There also will be a silent auction. Time TBA, Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S. Gaines St., Davenport. $15, $20 at the door. Chris VanSpeybroeck, 309-762-9552, ext. 1065, [email protected], ctcqc.org.

Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

Oct. 3, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Oct. 3, CROP Hunger Walk. Benefits local and world hunger programs. 2 p.m., Modern Woodmen Park, 209 S. Gaines St., Davenport. Walk is free but pledges encouraged. Jamie Horst, 309-799-3091, [email protected].

Oct. 4, Pumpkin Extravaganza. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 1-4 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

Oct. 3, QC Bacon Bash. Benefits Friendly House. Local vendors will offer samples of their best bacon creations, bacon eating contest, giveaways, raffles and a kids’ zone. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St., Davenport. Price TBA, 563-323-1921, ext. 28, friendlyhouseiowa.org, facebook.com/qcbaconbash.


Oct. 10, Mr. or Ms. Habitat Pageant. Benefits Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities. Habitat’s largest fundraiser of the year, Mr. or Ms. Habitat is a spoof on a beauty pageant. Well-known Quad-Citians will vie for the title by competing in evening wear, construction wear, answering a series of “platform” questions, and competing in construction games. This lighthearted event is sure to make you smile while supporting a very worthwhile cause. Enjoy heavy appetizers and beverages while you bid on silent auction items and other fundraising events. 5:30-9:30

p.m., Rogalski Center, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport. Price TBA. Dougal Nelson, 563-359-9066, [email protected], habitatqc.org.

Oct. 14, An Evening With Area Artists. Benefits artsBASICS. Please join local area artists in supporting artsBASICS, an area arts education nonprofit, in providing increased opportunities in all of the arts for students in the Davenport Community School District. Called a quick draw event, local area artists will create art works during the evening

and each will be part of a silent bidding. Observe the creative process in action and mingle with the artists. Enjoy appetizers and engage in silent bidding on a variety of other offerings, including items like jewelry and additional art work from other well-known area artists while being serenaded by local musicians. A cash bar will be provided. Doors open at 5 p.m. with event functions commencing at 5:30 p.m., Figge Art Museum, 225 W. Second St., Davenport. Price TBA, Diane Franken, 563-324-9423, [email protected], artsbasics.org.

Oct. 17, Beta Sigma Phi Craft Show. Benefits area community projects. Henry County’s largest indoor/outdoor juried craft show features a wide variety of handcrafted seasonal and holiday decorations, gifts, jewelry, candles, wooden items, doll clothes and furniture, sweatshirts, florals, garden art, baskets, ceramics, frozen pies, pet treats, and autumn produce. Lunch on-site. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Galva High School, N. Center Ave., Galva. $2. galvacraftshow.info.

Oct. 18, Pumpkin Extravaganza. Benefits Quad City Botanical Center programs. 1-4 p.m., Quad City Botanical Center, 2525

Fourth Ave., Rock Island. Prices TBA. 309-794-0991, qcgardens.com.

Oct. 24, Lagomarcino’s Cocoa Beano 5K Run/Walk. Benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley. 5K run/walk through the neighborhoods of Bettendorf and Davenport. Race registrants receive a jacket. A children’s fun run will follow the 5K. Afterwards, Lagomarcino’s will pass out hot chocolate at the finish. 9 a.m., East Village, Davenport. Jennifer Garlach, 309-757-5777, ext. 202, [email protected], bgcmv.org, getmeregistered.com.

November TBA, Chili and Soup Cook-off. Benefits Alternatives (formerly Alternatives for Older Adults). Location and price TBA. Ellen Berberich, 309-277-0167.

Nov. 4, Quad Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon. Benefits the American Heart Association. The luncheon is held annually, focusing on women’s cardiovascular health. The Quad Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon is a day of inspiration and networking, and an

“Color blasters” play with leftover blue powder after the Color the Quads 5K run in 2014. Visit colorthequads.com for 2015 event details. (Photo by Leah Klafczynski)


opportunity for women to receive resources, life-changing information and hope to prevent or survive the No. 1 killer of women — heart disease and stroke. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., RiverCenter, 136 E. Third St., Davenport. $40. Diane Heath, 563-323-4321, [email protected].

Nov. 6, 13, 27, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

Nov. 7, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Nov. 7, Shop for Success Sale. Benefits Dress for Success Quad Cities. Open to the public, this sale provides an opportunity for women to inexpensively expand their wardrobe with gently-used clothing. From suits and separates to dresses and handbags ranging from only $2 to $4, you’re bound to

find plenty of good items. The best part? All proceeds help empower women on their journey toward economic self-sufficiency. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 311 E. Second St., Davenport. 563-322-1010, [email protected].

Nov. 7, NAWIC QC Chapter #50 Annual Scholarship Auction. Benefits National Association of Women in Construction Quad Cities Chapter’s scholarship program. For more than 31 years, the NAWIC Education Foundation has offered creative and educational programs for students from grade school to high school. The Quad Cities Chapter’s main objective is to promote education and contribute to the betterment of the construction industry. To further this goal, the chapter annually awards scholarships to students pursuing an education in a construction-related field. 6 p.m. silent auction and raffle, 7 p.m. buffet, 8 p.m. live auction. Attendees can dress appropriately to the yet-to-be-named attire theme and a prize is given for best themed outfit. This is optional, otherwise dress is casual. Holiday Inn, 226 17th St., Rock Island. $25 per person. Denise Spindel, 309-737-5587, [email protected], nawicqc.org.

Alternatives ❚ Tea for Two, April 19 ❚ Chili Cook-off, November TBA

American Heart Association ❚ Heart Ball, April 11 ❚ 21st Annual Heart Walk, May 16 ❚ Quad Cities Go Red for Women Luncheon, Nov. 4

American Legion Post 569 ❚ Fish Fry, Fridays Jan. 2-April 10 and Sept. 4-Dec. 18

American Red Cross of the Quad Cities Area ❚ Picnic on the River, June 26

The Arc of the Quad Cities Area ❚ Trivia Night, Jan. 3

artsBASICS ❚ An Evening With Area Artists, Oct. 14

Beta Sigma Phi ❚ Craft Show, Oct. 17

Beta Upsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma ❚ Brunch With Heather Gudenkauf, April 11

Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge ❚ Pancake Breakfast, Jan. 3 ❚ Feb. 7 ❚ March 7 ❚ April 4 ❚ May 2 ❚ June 6 ❚ July 4 ❚ Aug. 1 ❚ Sept. 5 ❚ Oct. 3 ❚ Nov. 7 ❚ Dec. 5

Big Brothers Big Sisters ❚ 10th Annual Putt-A-Round Golf Tournament, Jan. 21-23 ❚ 39th Snowbird Softball Classic (coed), Jan. 23-25 ❚ 39th Snowbird Softball Classic (men’s), Feb. 6-8 ❚ Plant Sale, May 2-10 ❚ Golf Outing, July 20

Boy Scouts of America Troop 100 ❚ 45th Pancake & Sausage Breakfast, Feb. 15

Boy Scouts of America ❚ Pro Am Golf Outing, June 22 ❚ Scouting Clays Classic, Aug. 15-16

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Mississippi Valley ❚ Great Cardboard Sled Race, Feb. 16 ❚ The HeART of It Wine Tasting Event, Feb. 21 ❚ Trivia Night, April 18 ❚ 2015 Golf Invitational, July 7 ❚ Lagomarcino’s Cocoa Beano 5K Run/Walk, Oct. 24

Children’s Therapy Center ❚ Celebrity Waiter/Waitress Dinner, Jan. 21 ❚ Martinis and Manicures, February TBA ❚ Chuck Long Charity Sports Auction, March 7 ❚ Pam Pray Memorial 4 Mile Run/Fun Walk, March 29 ❚ Ranch Riders Easter Egg Hunt, April 4 ❚ Children’s Therapy Center Telethon, April 12 ❚ Riding with Rudy, May TBA ❚ 2nd Annual First Step Riverfront 5K, May 23 ❚ Iowa Women’s Basketball Signing, June TBA ❚ ABATE District 15 Taco Motorcycle Run, July 11 ❚ Happy Joe’s Back to School Kids’ Party, August TBA ❚ Nathan Linn Memorial Golf Tournament, Aug. 22 ❚ 7th Annual Car Show for Kids, Sept. 6 ❚ 41st Annual Charity Bass Tournament, Sept. 19 ❚ Oktoberfest Evening, October TBA ❚ Hawkeye Tailgate Bash, October or November TBA

Christ the King Social Concerns Committee ❚ Garden of Eden Sale, May 2

Chris VanSpeybroeck Memorial Scholarship ❚ Microbrew Mile & 6K Road Race, June 20 ❚ 4th Annual Chris “SPEY” VanSpeybroeck Memorial Golf Tournament, June 27

CROP Hunger Walk ❚ CROP Hunger Walk, Oct. 3

Dress for Success ❚ Shop for Success Sale, March 7 ❚ Recycle the Runway Luncheon, April 22 ❚ Love, Loss, and What I Wore, May 22-24 and May 29-31 ❚ One Night One Mission, Sept. 17-20 ❚ Shop for Success Sale, Nov. 7

Erika Kate Hope Alliance ❚ Quad Cities Marathon, Sept. 27

Friendly House ❚ Bacon, Brews and Berries, Feb. 6 ❚ QC Bacon Bash, Oct. 3

Friends of Tim Eagle ❚ Tim Eagle Memorial Golf Outing, Sept. 26

Habitat for Humanity ❚ 4th Annual Golf Outing, May 9 ❚ Mr. or Ms. Habitat Pageant, Oct. 10

Handicapped Development Center ❚ Beat the January Blues Trivia Night, Jan. 16 ❚ HANDS Auxiliary Cocktail Party and Auction, May 31 ❚ HANDS Auxiliary Golf Outing, June 1

Charitable Events Guide Index


Nov. 14, RWK Chili Cook-off/Bags Tournament. Benefits the RWK Foundation which helps grieving children in the Quad-Cities area. Bring your favorite chili for the cook-off and then enter the bags tournament. Noon-6 p.m., Kavanaugh’s Hilltop, 1228 30th St., Rock Island. $5 appetizer entry, $20 per person bags entry fee. Linda Kerwin, 309-373-9300, [email protected], rwkfoundation.org.

Nov. 20-29, Festival of Trees. Benefits Quad City Arts. One of the most-loved holiday tradition in the Quad-Cities, Quad City Arts Festival of Trees is celebrating 30 years. Recognized as one of the top 100 events in North America, Festival has raised millions in support of local arts over a 29-year period. It takes 3,500 CenterStage entertainers and more than 150 sponsors to make Festival of Trees happen each year. More than 100,000 people experience Festival of Trees annually, making it one of the largest community attractions in the Quad-Cities. Event times vary, RiverCenter, 136 E. 3rd St., Davenport, and other locations. Prices TBA. Megan Schoff, 309-793-1213, ext. 100, [email protected], quadcityarts.com.

Dec. 4, 11, 18, Fish Fry. Benefits American Legion Post 569. 5-8 p.m., American Legion Post 569, 515 W. First Ave., Milan. 309-787-4149, on.fb.me/1ui4IFU.

Dec. 5, Pancake Breakfast. Benefits Bettendorf Early Morning Lodge programs. All-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs to order, bacon, sausage, and biscuits and gravy. 7:30-9:30 a.m., Bettendorf Masonic Center, 2412 Grant St., Bettendorf. $5, $3 kids under 12. Realff (Ralph) Ottesen, 309-496-1835.

Humane Society of Scott County ❚ Bowl for a Buddy, March 15 ❚ Doggie Easter Egg Hunt, April 4 ❚ Dog Day Afternoon Crawl for a Cause, Sept. 20

Humility of Mary Housing Inc. ❚ Fresh Start Benefit Sale, May 15-16 ❚ Jazz Brunch, Sept. 20

Junior Board of Rock Island’s NEST program ❚ Roaring ’20s Valentine Ball, Feb. 14

JDRF ❚ Walk to Cure Diabetes, May 2

Kiwanis Club ❚ Trivia Night, March 14 ❚ Flea Market, May 3 ❚ Flea Market, July 26 ❚ Flea Market, Sept. 27

Make-A-Wish Foundation ❚ Riverbend Gala, A Winter Wonderland, Feb. 7

March of Dimes ❚ Quad Cities March for Babies, April 25

Mercer County Family Crisis Center ❚ Champions4Children Walk, May 2

National Association of Women in Construction QC Chapter #50 ❚ Annual Scholarship Auction, Nov. 7

Nick Teddy 5K ❚ Nick Teddy 5K, Sept. 12

Quad Cities Prostate Cancer Initiative ❚ Quad Cities Marathon, Sept. 27

Quad City Arts ❚ Festival of Trees, Nov. 20-29

Quad City Botanical Center ❚ Spirits Tasting, Feb. 12 ❚ Pink Moon Plant Sale, April 22-26 ❚ Chocolate Celebration, May 3 ❚ Pixie Tea, May 31 ❚ Sound Garden Jamboree, June 12 ❚ Flamingo Fandango, July 31 ❚ Transportation Day – Tracks, Tires and Tugs, Oh My!, Aug. 16 ❚ Harvest Moon Banquet, Sept. 27 ❚ Pumpkin Extravaganza, Oct. 4 and 18

Quad City Symphony Orchestra ❚ Party of the Century, May 14 ❚ 100 Years, 100 Cellos, May 29

RI/Milan School District #41 ❚ Rock Island Music Association Trivia Night, Feb. 21

Rock Island Police Benevolent Association ❚ R.I. Police Benevolent Association Dance, April 11

RWK Foundation ❚ Annual Spring Cruise, May 9 ❚ RWK Chili Cook-off/Bags Tournament, Nov. 14

Safer Foundation of the Quad Cities ❚ Safer Foundation Super Trivia Night, Jan. 23 ❚ Dine to Donate, Feb. 11

Schone Horse Rescue ❚ 7th Annual QC Hearts for Horses, Feb. 7

St. Ambrose University ❚ Alumni Association Trivia Night, Jan. 17 ❚ Wine at the Warehouse, March 7 ❚ Alumni Association Trivia Night, March 28 ❚ Wine Festival Preview Dinner, April 11 ❚ Wine Festival Wine Tasting, May 16

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ❚ 11th Annual St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Scrapbook Crop, Jan. 31

Susan G. Komen ❚ Race for the Cure, June 13

UnityPoint at Home Child Welfare Programs ❚ Roaring ’20s Valentine Ball, Feb. 14

UnityPoint Health – Trinity ❚ Stylin’ Against Breast Cancer Runway Fashion Show Luncheon, April 23 ❚ Blossoms and Brunch, May 2 ❚ Autumn Enchantment Celebrity Style Show, Sept. 25

Up With Life ❚ 4K Community Walk, August TBA

U.S. Armed Forces ❚ Birdies for the Brave, Sept. 28

Walk MS Quad Cities ❚ Walk MS, May 16

WQPT ❚ Champagne on the Rocks, Jan. 30

Youth Service Bureau ❚ Whitey Verstraete Memorial Golf Outing, June 15

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Greg Wilken carries Trenton Norris at the 2014 Race for the Cure, held in downtown Moline, benefiting the Quad Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Visit komen-quadcities.org for 2015 event details. (Photo by John Greenwood)

Join Us... 100 Years -100 Cellos

Please contact QCSO Development Director Steve Mohr at 563-424-7735or VfS VP Linda Holmberg at 563-370-1004 for more information.

Volunteers for Symphony (VfS) is launching an exciting project to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO)!

We will be placing 100 painted cellos throughout theQuad City community in recognition of our historic season.

Why painted cellos? We’re celebrating world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma performing with the QCSO on May 14, 2015.

Join us by sponsoring a cello:For $1,000 the sponsor selects the artist or organization to paint the cello, and the location where the cello is displayed. The sponsor’s name will be featured on a card attached to the cello and will be recognized in the Yo-Yo Ma concert program.

There also will be a 100th Anniversary celebration held at the Figge Art Museum on May 29, 2015, where all 100 cellos will be displayed together and our sponsors will be recognized!

All cello sponsorship money goes to support the QCSO Music Education Programs and is tax deductible.

250,000* HOURS AND COUNTING…Across the enterprise, John Deere employees are volunteering their time, talent, and passion to improve the quality of life wherever we do business. We’re proud of our employees and their commitment to making a difference.

*Volunteer hours recorded by U.S. employees, 1 February 2012 – 31 October 2014 www.JohnDeere.com

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