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August Calendar of Events

Support Groups and Informational Seminars

Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, www.alz.org 1-800-272-3900, or local address and phone: 2208 E. 52nd St., Ste. B, Davenport, IA 52807 (563) 324-1022.
QC Breast Cancer Support Group (Iowa and Illinois): First Tues of each month from 7-9 p.m., Trinity Bettendorf, 4500 Utica Ridge Road. Third Wed of each month from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Bring your lunch, Butterworth Center, 1105-8th Street, Moline. Support and education for breast cancer survivors. You may attend either or both. Cost: free. Info: Jean Dean, (563) 359-0968 or Barb Lynch, (563) 332-9041.
Arthritis/Fibromyalgia Support Group – 2535 Maplecrest Road Suite 14, Bettendorf, Iowa. Meetings are the third Monday of the month. Handicapped Accessible, no fee, no reservation required. For more information call Alicia Owens at (563) 421-3491.
CASI Caregiver Support Group: (Iowa and Illinois) Second Mon. of each month 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., CASI, 1035 W Kimberly Road, Davenport. Hosted by Susan Kivisto, from Alternatives for Older Adults & Karen Coats, from Milestones Area Agency on Aging. Cost: free.
Diabetes Support Group at Genesis: First Tues. of each month, 11 am to Noon, Larson Center, Genesis Medical Center, Illini Campus, Silvis, IL For people with diabetes who are interested in receiving help with diabetes self-management. Cost: free. Registration: (309) 792-4389.
Grief Support Group – CASI 1035 W Kimberly Road 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 9:30-11 am. Hosted by Vicky Ertel. Donation accepted.
Life After Loss Support Group – Genesis – Meetings at the Illini Campus the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month 2–3:30 p.m. at the Little Brick House, 1213 Hospital Drive, Silvis, IL An ongoing group, new members welcome at any time. Meetings at the West Campus the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month noon-1:30 p.m. at Genesis West, 1401 W. Central Park, Davenport, IA. An ongoing group, new members welcome at any time. Call (563) 421-7970 for information about any of the groups.
Low Vision Support Group at CASI: first Thursday of every month 10 am to noon,1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA. Call (563) 386-7477 Ext. 231 for details or to register. Anyone with vision problems is welcome to attend.
MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Support Group – A support group for people and family members with multiple sclerosis. Meets the 2nd Mon. of every month at Genesis Medical Center West Campus Sunderbruch Room, 2-3:30 p.m. For more info, contact Anne Dalton at (563) 322-8709
Prostate Cancer: Us, Too, Greater Quad City Cancer Support Group – Support Group for those dealing with Prostate Cancer or who had prostate cancer. Group meets the 3rd Thurs. of each month, except December from 7-9 pm. Location alternates between Trinity Medical Center, 7th St. Campus and the Genesis Adler Health Education Center, 1236 E. Rusholme, Davenport. Call Bill for location information prior to attending: Bill, (309)-799-3621.
Genesis Stroke Support Group– 2535 Maplecrest Road Suite 14, Bettendorf, Iowa. Meetings are the third Wed of the month at 2:00 Handicapped accessible. No Fee. No reservation required. All are welcome. For more information call Alicia Owens, Social Worker at (563) 421-3491.
Suicide Support Group 2209 3rd Avenue, Rock Island. Christian Care provides a confidential support group to serve and include those who have contemplated or attempted suicide or those coping with the loss of friend or family member due to suicide. First and third Wednesdays of the month, 4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Call (309) 786 5734 for more information or go to www.christiancareqc.org.
The VIP (Visually Impaired People) Support Group meets the first Tues. of every month at 2 pm at Lighthouse at Silvis-1900 10th St., Silvis, IL. (Call Heather at (309) 792-2800 for details or to register)
Parkinson’s Support Group – Third Sat. each month, 10 a.m -noon, Jane’s Place at CASI (the south entrance), 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, IA, 52806 (563) 386-7477

Dancing and Dance Classes

Dancing and Live Music at the Col Ballroom. Dance to oldies Rock and Roll music featuring Double D and the Sensations. Saturday August 24 from 7:30pm to 11pm. Admission $15.00 at the door or $13 with QC Times ad from Thursday’s issue before the dance. Food available for purchase.
Dance to Tony Hamilton Orchestra Friday, Sept 20, 7–10 at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA 52806 (563) 386-7477.
Line Dancing I at CASI –Tues. mornings 9-11 a.m. Cost: $2. for CASI member $4 for non-member. Free Line Dance lessons 8:30-9 a.m.
Line Dancing II at CASI – every Thurs. afternoon from 2:30 – 4 p.m. Cost: Members $2 non-members $4.
Zumba Gold Class – At CASI Mondays from 10:30–11:15 a.m.; Wednesdays 1-1:45 p.m.; Thursdays 9:45 – 10:30 a.m.; Fridays 8:00 – 8:45 a.m. Lower impact, easy to follow steps, Latin inspired dance fitness party. Come try Zumba Gold! Want lessons? Nikki Harvey will teach @ 8:45 a.m. on Thursdays. Members $2 Non-members $4. For more info call (563) 386-7477.
Evening Zumba Fitness Night Classes at CASI – Mon., Wed. 5:30 – 6:15. Members $2:00 Non-members $4.00. For more info call (563) 386-7477.
ZUMBA!! EVERY Wednesday at the Rec Center in LeClaire (3rd & Ferry) 5:30-6:30 p.m., $5/class. Come see what you’ve been missing!! www.leclairereccenter.com.

YOGA, Gentle Exercise, and Aquatic Exercise, and Relaxation

Aquatic exercise at Two Rivers YMCA 2040 53rd Street, Moline. IL call (309) 797-3945 – MS exercise Tues. and Thurs. at 10:30–11:15 a.m. –
Slow and easy water exercise Mon., Wed. & Fri. 8:15 a.m. – 9 a.m.; 10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.; 11:15 a.m. – noon; 5:15 p.m. – 6 p.m. or Tues. and Thurs.
11:15 a.m. to noon
Gentle Exercise at CASI 1035 W Kimberly Road, Davenport. Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 9 – 10 a.m. and Thurs. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Cost: $2 for members, $4.00 non-members. Call (563) 386-7477 for more information.
Tai Chi Wednesdays 10:25 – 11:25 a.m. Scott Caulpetzer instructor. Cost: $24 for 6 weeks. Call (563) 386-7477 for class schedule info.
Chair Yoga at CASI – Mondays, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Certified Instructor: Janet Darmour Cost: $30 for 6 weeks. Can start class at anytime.
Chair Yoga with weights at CASI – Tues. 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Cost $7 members, $10 non-member call (563) 386-7477 for more information.
Energizing Yoga at CASI–Wed. 2–3 p.m. $7 members $10 non-members
Personal reflexology session at CASI with Janet Latchaw Call (563) 349 – 5832 for reflexology reservation for Wednesdays. Appointments between 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. cost $20.
Core Strength & Flexibility – Tuesday and Wednesday 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. CASI 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA (563) 386-7477. Cost $2 for members $4 for non-members.

Book Clubs, Movies, Theater Trips and Speakers

PUTNAM MUSEUM Classic Series! – Classic movies at the Putnam, 1717 W. 12th St., Davenport on the 4th Tues. of the month – Two times: 1 pm and 7 pm. Aug 20 – 2001: A Space Odyssey; Sept. 24 – Citizen Kane; Sept. 24 – North by Northwest. NOTE 2001: A Space Odyssey will all have an additional showtime of 4:00 pm. Call (563) 324-1933 for info for other movies and museum exhibits.
Book Club at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Rd., Davenport. Led by MaryAnn Maxwell,10 a.m.–noon on the first Friday of the month. Call (563) 386-7477 for more information..
Movie Matinee at CASI Second Tues. of the month at 1 p.m., sponsored by Senior Star. For August 13, the movie is Curve starring Clint Eastwood, Amy Adams, John Goodman and Justin Timberlake. Members $2 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA. Call (563) 386 7477 for more information.
Travelogue at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Rd., Davenport, Monday, Aug. 12, Marcie Siegel will be sharing her experiences of the culture and history of the Western Caribbean. Free for CASI Members Reservations needed, at CASI Front Desk.
Upcoming Movies at the Putnam Giant Screen! – August Man of Steel 3D.– Putnam theater is at 1717 W 12th St., Davenport, IA (563) 342 1933.
Quad City Music Guild at Prospect Park in Moline presents 9 to 5, music and lyrics by Dolly Parton, August 9-10-11 and 15-16-17-18, Call (309) 762-6610 for reservations and more information

Clinics and Classes

Foot Clinics at CASI By appt only. Genesis Foot Clinic provided by Genesis VNA.Call (563) 320-3978 to schedule your appointment at the Genesis office at CASI. Cost $22. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Trinity Foot Clinic at CASI – first Wed. of the month from 1 to 4 p.m. Stop at the CASI Reception desk or call (563) 386-7477. Appointment required. Cash or checks only. Please bring two towels and one wash cloth to your appointments.
Blood Pressure Checks at CASI Available in Genesis office:. Call CASI @ (563) 386 7477 or stop by the front desk for schedules.
Blood Pressure Screening & Medication Review – done at CASI by Walgreen personnel 1st and 2nd Wednesdays of the month. 9 a.m. – Noon.
SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) Clinic at CASI – 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Genesis Office, 9:00–11:00 a.m.
Computer Clinic at CASI 1035 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA – Monday, Aug 5 & Aug 19 9:00-10:00 a.m. Jim Holifield from Mac Computer Club will teach you how to use your Mac & Microsoft products and answer any questions! Limited space, sign up at the front desk! No cost (563) 836 7477
Electronic Questions Answered at CASI 1035 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA Freshmen from St. Ambrose will answer your questions regarding your pc’s, laptops, cameras, cell phones and remotes. 9:30 am – 11:30 am on Monday Aug 19. Call (563) 836 7477

Sports, Cards and Games

Shuffleboard at CASI: Monday 2:15–3:45 pm $2 for Member. Mary Anne Maxwell
Billiards at CASI: Cost $1 for Member. Call 386-7477 for info & availability.
Wii at CASI Play Wii sports. The Wii is free!! Up to 4 players available whenever room is open.

Cards & Games at CASI – Pinochle – Wed., 1-3:45 p.m.; Bridge – Mon. and Fri. 12:30–3:45 p.m.; Euchre Thurs. and Fri. 1-3:45 p.m.; Canasta Tues. 1-3 pm; Cribbage Wed. 1-3 pm; Bunco Wed 2 p.m. All games are $2 Member at Center for Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Call CASI at (563) 386-7477 for more info.

Bingo at CASI Fridays at 12:30 pm. Sandwiches and snacks available at Eleanor’s Café. Until 1 p.m.

Arts, Performing Arts, Crafts, Knitting and Sewing

Senior Theater at CASI Fri at 1:30 p.m. A fun social class of make-believe and creativity. Barbara Buddin instructor. Members $3 non-members $4
CASI’s New Horizons Band Practice Thursdays, 12:30 – 2 p.m. Cost $2 – Call (563) 386 7477 to find out more.
CASI’s Golden Tones Chorus Practice Fridays, 9– 10 a.m. Cost: $2 – Call (563) 386 7477 for more information
CASI/RSVP Silver Linings Bell Choir – Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Cost $2 Call (563) 386 7477 to inquire
Ceramics I at CASI Monday 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Verdene Franklin & Mary Ellen Dregger. Member cost: $5 per class.
Ceramics II at CASI 9:30 a.m. – Noon- and 1 – 3 p.m. with Dar Hanssen Cost: $5 per class in the morning, $8 all day Class size is limited. Call CASI at (563) 386-7477 for more information.
Art Classes at the Figge
Wine and Art Thursday Series 6-8 pm Thursday, $15/student; all supplies provided. Pre-registration required, contact Heather at (563) 326.7804 x2045 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org. Thursday, August 1 • Pastel Panoramas with Allen Holloway; September 5 • Calligraphy with Amy Nielsen; October 3 • Colorful Collage with Pat Halverson; November 7 • Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with Gloria Burlingame
August classes – contact Heather at 563.326.7804 x2045 or haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org. Watercolor Workshop, Instructor: Cindy
Bergthold 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Sat., Aug. 17 $35/member; $45/non-member Pop With Color, Instructor: Gloria Burlingame 12-4pm Saturday, August 31 $35/member; $45/non-member
CASI Art Classes:
Art Class with Paul Aglueseva Drawing, Clay Sculpting & Acrylics Thursdays, 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Member Cost: $5 + materials Non-Member Cost: $6 + materials Monday evening, 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Member Cost: $5 + materials Non-member Cost: $6 + materials
Jewelry Making Class at CASI 1035 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport, Ia Come create your own Wiggle Wire necklace. Wed Aug 14, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.; members $12, nonmembers $14 the price includes bead kit. (563) 386 7477
Pottery and Vino Night Wed Aug 7, 6–8 p.m. at CASI, 1035 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport. Enjoy an evening of painting a ceramic pottery piece. $15 members and $170 non members. Also includes drink ticket and cheese and crackers.
(563) 386 7477
Canvas and Coffee Friday August 23, 8:30–11 a.m.. Enjoy coffee, breakfast rolls and paint your own “owl” Linn Jones is instructor. $15 members, $17 non members at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA (563) 386 7477.
Sewing Ugly Quilts at CASI – Mondays, 8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Instructor: Betty Felder No cost, No Sewing experience necessary. CASI, 1035 W Kimberly Rd, Davenport, IA (563) 386-7477.

Other Events

The Davenport Breakfast Lions Club invites any man or woman seeking an active organization and to participate in many activities, to visit us at the HICKORY GARDENS RESTAURANT at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. The Lions are one of the world’s largest service organizations.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) held at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Rd, Davenport – Wednesdays Weigh-in 11 – Noon Meeting noon – 1 p.m. Cost: $1.
(563) 386 7477
Wildwood Hills Ranch is offering trail rides every Saturday this summer. Enjoy the outdoors and give to an organization that helps at risk youth. Trail rides $30 pp, great for couples and groups! Contact Wildwood Hills Ranch for reservations at www.wildwoodhillsranch.org. WHR is a nonprofit organization serving at-risk youth in Iowa.” Contact Kelsey Smith (641) 396-2414 ext 202 or email at ksmith@wildwoodhillsranch.org
Red Hat Luncheon First Tuesday of the month 12 p.m. Group departs CASI at 11:30 a.m. Call Joy Andrews at CASI (563) 386-7477 for more info.
Bucktown Revue – a local variety show – The Bucktown Revue at the Nighswander Junior Theatre 7 p.m. the third Friday, of the month 2822 Eastern Ave., Davenport, Iowa. Admission: $12 at the door. New season with new acts starts this September.
Monthly All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast $7 per person, 1st Sunday of the month, 7-11 a.m. at American Legion,702 W. 35th Street, Davenport, IA. Variety Music 8-11 a.m.
Live Music for Brunch at Brady Street Chop House – Every Sunday, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at the Brady Street Chop House at RADISSON QUAD CITY PLAZA Phone: (563) 322-2200 Website: http://www.radisson.com/davenport-hotel-ia-52801/iadaven

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