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100 DAYS / 100 BIGS LAUNCHES! JUNE 16—SEPT. 23

ASCENTRA CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION GRANT

CAREER NAVIGATORS—CAREERS IN CULINARY FIELD

SPEAK WITH CONFIDENCE—PARTS II AND III

DAVENPORT SCHOOLS—SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM

BIG/LITTLE TRAINING SET FOR JULY

RAVE ABOUT YOUR LITTLES! JAYDEN AND CHRIS

JULY MATCH ACTIVITIESJULY MATCH ACTIVITIES——GET OUT AND HAVE FUN!GET OUT AND HAVE FUN!

BIRDIES FOR CHARITY

DISCOVER DAVENPORT KIDS PASS

$1 MOVIES THIS SUMMER AT REGAL IN MOLINE

FREE ADMISSION AT THE FIGGE

BIGS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP

DEAR MATCH COACH—R.S.V.P.s

EGS EMPLOYEES DONATE ACTIVITY BOXES

GOLF OUTING—LOOKING FOR SPONSORS!

McDONOUGH AND WARREN COUNTIES UPDATES

WHITESIDE COUNTY UPDATE

MATCH ANNIVERSARIES—JULY

HELP SET UP A LUNCH AND LEARN

REGISTER FOR THE AUGUST DIAMOND DASH!

CRAFT ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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BBBS LAUNCHES 100 DAYS / 100 BIGS!

By Sarah Walker Have you heard? BBBSMV has launched our 3rd annual 100 Days/100 Bigs volunteer recruitment campaign! In the 100 days between June 16 and September 23, we are hoping to enroll 100 NEW volunteer mentors to be matched with one of the over 200 youth on our waiting list. Through a generous partnership with KWQC, this community awareness campaign will be supported by regular airing of public service announcements featuring several of our current and past Bigs and Littles. Watch KWQC in the coming weeks to check them out! In addition, BBBSMV will be represented at many community events taking place over the summer, including the Juneteenth Festival on June 18 in Davenport, which resulted in 15 individuals asking to learn more about becoming a Big! Want to know how you can help with this initiative? Try any (or all!) of these:

● Talk to your friends and family about potentially becoming a Big. With BBBS’ RecruitOne campaign, you can earn a $20 gift certificate for BBBS gear for your Little when someone you refer enrolls to become a Big, and this new Big will also count for our 100 Days/100 Bigs campaign. Double Score! If you haven’t received a volunteer RecruitOne kit, let your Program Specialist know and we can mail or email these

helpful materials to you. ● Attend a community event with your Little and represent

BBBSMV to spread the word about how great being a Big is! Watch your email for information about upcoming events, as we will continue adding opportunities throughout the summer.

● Work with BBBS to coordinate a “Lunch and Learn” presentation at your place of employment, or with other groups you are connected with. Lunch and Learns are a great way for interested people to learn more about BBBS programs and what it’s really like to be a mentor.

Progress so far, June 16-June 30: 17 new volunteer inquiries 7 new volunteer interviews

Big Brothers Big Sisters is pleased to announce a new partnership with Ascentra Credit Union Foundation. They have graciously agreed to sponsor our volunteer recruitment efforts for three years! We are very grateful for their support. Without this partnership we would not have the resources we need to recruit new volunteers from our community.

Ascentra Credit Union Foundation Grant

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Help your Little learn the important life skill of speaking with confidence while being able to practice in a safe, supportive environment.

Speak with Confidence Part II—Wednesday, July 13 Speak with Confidence Part III—Thursday, July 28

Eastern Iowa Community College Fairmount Campus

2950 Fairmount Street, Davenport 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Dinner is provided.

RSVP to Kathryn at kallred@bbbs-mv.org or call, 563-323-8006.

SPEAK WITH CONFIDENCE 3-PART SERIES

Want more information about Compass Programs? Call Kathryn 563-323-8006

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Learn how to get the most from your mentor relationship! Join us for the Big and Little Training (BLT) on Tuesday, July 12th. This training is designed for all matches who have been matched 3-6 months, but open to any match that would like to attend.

Big/Little Training Tuesday, July 12, 5:30—7:00 (pizza will be served!)

BBBS Offices, 130 W. 5th Street, Davenport, IA 52801

To RSVP call 563-323-8006 or email: Katie at

kzick@bbbs-mv.org or Kathryn at kallard@bbbs-mv.org

BECOME A BETTER BIG! JAYDEN Jayden is a 12 year old Little in the 6th grade. He enjoys math and reading. Jayden has been matched with his Big, Jason Holtgrewe, for 5 1/2

years. Recently, Jayden and Jason went bowling, and Jayden’s first ball ended up being a strike. Jayden was pretty pumped and was excited to celebrate his first strike with his Big. Keep having fun Jayden!

RAVE ABOUT YOUR LITTLE!

Chris Chris is an 11 year old Little in the 6th grade. Chris enjoys math and loves sports. He has been matched with his Big, Tim Eastmen, for about 3 months. Chris and his Big recently went kayaking. While on

their adventure along the Hennepin Canal the match collected boatloads of litter, helping beautify our local waterway. Chris had a great time giving back to his community. Way to go Chris!

Davenport Community School District 2016 Summer Food Service Program

When: Monday, June 13th- Thursday, August 4th, Mondays through Thursdays (closed Fridays) Who: Free to children ages 1-18 (adults may accompany, but meals are for children only) Where: Emies Park First Presbyterian Church Goose Greek/Americana Park Herrington Park (June 13th- July 7th only) Progressive Baptist Church Roosevelt Center Sr. Concetta Park Van Buran Park

Whalan Park Downtown YMCA Buchanan Elementary Filmoe Elementary Garfield Elementary Hayes Elementary Jackson Elementary Jefferson Elementary Madison Elementary Mid-City High (June 1st-June 30th only) Monroe Elementary Sudlow Intermediate Trinity Lutheran Church (June 21st- August 12th) Washington Elementary Wilson Elementary http://www.davenportschools.org/our-departments/fns/

DAVENPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM

Need more information on summer food programs or other resources? Contact your Match Coach at the BBBS office,

563-323-8006.

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Summer is in full swing! Register to participate in one of these fun BBBS-staffed activities. At times it can become hard to think of new and exciting activities for you and your Little to do during the summer.

No worries, BBBS has you covered all summer long! We have a ton of fun and diverse activities that will capture the interests of any match.

KICK OFF YOUR SUMMER WITH JULY MATCH ACTIVITIES!

Camp Shalom! Saddle Up! From 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday,

July 16th at Horses of Course Riding School, 11818 95th Ave, Blue Grass, Iowa, matches will learn about equestrian sports and safety before getting to interact with ponies. Be sure to RSVP prior as only 10 matches will be able to attend.

Picture Perfect! From 6-7:30 p.m., Monday, July 18th

at Artsy Bug Studio, 425 17th St, Moline, Littles will create a masterpiece of their very own during an instructor led evening of painting. $10 per match (Littles will be the only artists). Please RSVP by July 15, as space is limited to 15 matches.

Zumba! Join BBBS from 1-3 p.m., Sat. July

23rd at the Two Rivers YMCA, 2040 53rd St, Moline for a fun afternoon of fitness and fun.

Join BBBS for an outdoor adventure at Camp Shalom, Saturday, July 9th, from 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Matches should arrive at the BBBS office no later than 8:30 a.m. to board the bus. There will be hiking, field games, gaga ball, crafts and team building activities. Fourth grade and up will be able to participate in archery and 6th grade and up can test their luck at the rock wall. Lunch and dinner will be provided, with snacks available through out the day. Please wear old tennis shoes and dress appropriately for outdoor activity. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, bug spray and a water bottle. All Bigs and Littles interested in participating in archery or the rock wall will need a signed consent form. You will be provided with consent forms upon receiving your RSVP.

Please note that you will not be allowed to participate in these activities without a consent form. If you plan to attend please RSVP to your match coach by Wednesday, July 6.

For more information about any of these activities contact your Match Coach or Kayla B. at 563-323-8006 or kbabers@bbbs-mv.org

Super-size your BBBS gift this year! Pledge through Birdies!

When you make a gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters through Birdies for Charity, your gift gets “super-sized”! The Birdies for Charity program adds between 5 and 10 percent to your gift (depending on program participation). You give $100 and BBBS gets $105 to $110! All you need to do is go to www.bbbsmv.org/birdies and you can give online, or download a pre-numbered (for BBBS) form.

It’s easy to give through Birdies for Charity!

www.bbbsmv.org/birdieswww.bbbsmv.org/birdies

July 9

July 16

July 18

July 23

RSVP by July 22nd!

Activity is full

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Enjoy 100 days of fun this summer! Children 15 and under have unlimited access and free CitiBus rides to: ALL QC River Bandits Home Games Golf at Red Hawk Golf Course Swimming at City of Davenport Parks and Recreation Aquatic Centers Access to all Davenport YMCAs (Downtown, North, and West) Putnam Museum Exhibit Hall Figge Art Museum Exhibit Hall Summer Reading Program at Davenport Public Libraries and much, much,

more!

PASSES ON SALE NOW! $50.00

Visit the Downtown, North or West YMCAs and The River's Edge to purchase your Kids Pass today. Davenport Summer Kids’ Passes are also available to rent FREE of cost at Davenport Libraries on a first come, first serve basis. Please plan accordingly! For infor-mation visit, http://www.cityofdavenportiowa.com/.

GET YOUR DISCOVER DAVENPORT KIDS PASS TODAY!

Midwestern summers tend to be hot and sticky. For the days where the summertime weather is just too unbearable, take your Little to a $1 movie at Regal Movie Theaters in Moline. $1 admission is available for select movies all summer long. Movies begin at 10 a.m. Tuesday and Wednesday.

$1 MOVIES THIS SUMMER!

http://www.regmovies.com/movies/summer-movie-express

4100 38th St., Moline, IL

FREE ADMISSION AT FIGGE Check out some of the FIGGE’s coolest

exhibitions with free admission ALL summer!

www.figgeartmuseum.org

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BIGS PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP: BIGS 4-1-1

Dear Match Coach, “I would like to attend some upcoming activities, but if something comes up and our match is not able to attend anymore what should I do?” At least once a month a match activity is held for our matches. A lot of planning and time are put into these activities, so it’s important for BBBS to have an accurate RSVP

number. If a match doesn’t come to an activity, that gives away the opportunity for another match to attend, especially if an activity has limited space. It prevents BBBS staff from enjoying the activities with matches as well. We wait to make sure everyone has arrived to be sure not to leave any match out. Something else to remember about our activities is that we have people or companies that sponsor our events. They donate time, food, money and space, so it’s important to support them and attend those activities. We understand that things come up and it’s difficult to plan activities far in advance with Littles. If that happens, please make sure, even if it’s the day of, to contact your match coach to be taken off the RSVP list.

DEAR MATCH COACH: MATCH ACTIVITY RSVPs

Ever wish there was a forum where you could chat with other Bigs about being a Big? BBBS-MV now has you

covered! Check out the BBBS private Facebook group, Bigs 4-1-1. Here you

will be able to access tons of information about mentoring and upcoming activities and events.

Bigs 4-1-1 is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in the Big Brothers Big Sisters community. Use the link

below to request group membership.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1111809422191976/

TIPS FOR CONNECTING WITH YOUR LITTLE ABOUT MATCH ACTIVITIES: If you think there’s a match activity that might interest your Little, try and get in touch with them as soon as possible. This gives the Little and their family time to see if the date and the time of the activity will work for their schedules. Always call or text the Little’s guardian to reconfirm if the Little is still available to go. A lot of times life happens and it’s always good to touch base a day or so before an activity. Still having trouble getting in touch with the

Little and their guardian? Reach out to your

Match Coach. Match Coaches are always

available to help if your struggling to

communicate with your Little and their family.

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EGS EMPLOYEES CREATE ACTIVITY BOXES FOR 30 SCHOOLS

EGS employees began an “Activity Box” drive for Big Brothers Big Sisters on May 1. By May 31 they had collected hundreds of items such as books, crayons, markers, flash cards, games, scissors, glue, paper and much more to fill more than 30 boxes. Each box will be placed in an elementary school where we have Littles enrolled in the School-Based program. Matches meet over the Little’s lunch period and use the items in the

Activity Box to give them something to do, work on and have fun with during their visit. Big Brothers Big Sisters gives EGS a BIG THANK YOU! It’s great to see so many employees (close to 100) participating in the effort. To schedule a fundraiser at your workplace contact Beth Clark at 563-323-8006 or email bclark@bbbs-mv.org.

4th Annual Big Brothers Big SistersBig Brothers Big SistersBig Brothers Big Sisters

Golf Outing

Monday, July 18 at Fyre Lake Golf Club in Sherrard, IL

The BBBS Golf Outing is SOLD OUT!

We are still looking for a few Hole Sponsors and

additional raffle prizes. Contact Kayla at

kkiesey@bbbs-mv.org Presented By:

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NEWS FROM THE SOUTHERN MENTORING CENTER V O L U M E 8, I S S U E 7 J U L Y , 2 0 1 6

There’s a lot happening in McDonough and Warren counties already this summer. From new matches to summer camp and weekend lunches to upcoming match activities. We have had an eventful month and we can’t wait to see what else summer has in store for us! New Matches Summer is usually slow for making new matches but we are off to a BIG start. We’ve already made four new matches in June and there is another in the works. You know that making new matches is the best part of the job, and all of our summer matches are kids that have been in the program for multiple years. We are very proud of these Bigs for stepping up, and very happy that these kids are being re-matched. Let’s meet them: Little Sister Julianna is a super nice kid, always with a smile on her face, and Big Sister Demri is a local girl looking to get involved in her community. (Demri's mom helped to deliver my son!) Nothing beats bringing together great people, and we see only great things in the future for this match. Big Brother David is a great guy who sets a

great example; he was a combat medic in the US Army, then came to WIU to get his degree. Little Brother Ryan couldn't ask for a better mentor, and his family was so excited to meet David they all came to the introduction. Great start to what should be a stellar match.

Little Brother Daveion has been with us for 3 years now. (His was the first match I made!) He had a wonderful experience in his first match, which was School-based, and is now ready to step up to Community-based. Big Brother Ryan had his own 2-year school-based match [in Missouri], and was looking to become more involved in his second match. Two great guys, a great match, great things on the horizon.

Our final new match of June 2016 is another special one: Little Sister Catlyn and Big Sister Lori have both been matched through this office before, and they are perfect for each other. Both are super friendly, active, outdoorsy, and both have a wonderful attitude about everything. We seem to say it with every match, but the future is really bright for these two magnificent young ladies.

Many hearty CONGRATULATIONS to all of our new matches!

Summer Weekend Lunches In 2015 we coordinated a summer weekend sack lunch program and it was a great success. We helped get nutritious lunches to a good number of local kids through multiple partnerships and many very generous sponsors and volunteers. This year we are reaching twice as many! Again, so many wonderful people have stepped up to join our team.

Become a “Big,” and put a smile on a “Little’s” face!

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The first week we had the Macomb Morning Rotary, second was WIU Financial Aid, third was WIU Sodexo, and the fourth was Calvary Baptist. That was just June! There are still eight more weeks of summer and eight more lunch-makers. And we need to say a very special thank-you! to WIU Sodexo for donating about 250 turkey subs and about 250 Lunchables to our summer weekend lunches effort; a huge donation for our cause! Updates coming in the July and August newsletters

YMCA Summer Day Camp We have some great news to share! Four great friends of our program have stepped up to support our kids. For the second year YMCA of McDonough County has funded 10 BBBS kids going to their summer camp, Edward Jones Financial Advisor Cory J Clem and Edward Jones Financial Advisor: Patrick Kolata established an annual scholarship to send one more BBBS kid to the YMCA summer camp, and First State Bank of Illinois donated the funds to send all of our BBBS kids at the YMCA summer camp on the weekly Friday field trips. Cory, Pat, First State Bank, and the YMCA are important members of the BBBS team and we are very grateful for their significant contributions. 11 kids are going to have a spectacular summer, and it's all thanks to our generous supporters!

Macomb Heritage Days We walked in the Macomb Heritage Days parade on 25 June 2016. An incredible number of Bigs, Littles, and parents came out to show their support for our program and the great work we do. Makes us very proud to be part of this BBBS team! Upcoming Events On Sunday 17 July, we will make our third annual visit to the Burlington Bees. The Bees have always been very generous to us, allowing us to be on the field and meet players, and Jimmy Johns provides free dinner to everyone in our group. Everyone in BBBS and family members are welcome. Please call the office to reserve your spot ASAP. To check out more pictures, from these activities and everything else we do, log on to our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/bigbrothersbigsistersofmcdonoughcounty.

Calvary Baptist Church

Macomb Morning Rotary WIU Financial Aid

WIU Sodexo

Edward Jones First State Bank

Find out more about becoming an adult mentor to a child.

Call 309-837-5437 or email Pete at

ptarantola@bbbs-mv.org.

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WHITESIDE COUNTY UPDATE: JULY V O L U M E 8, I S S U E 7 J U L Y , 2 0 1 6

Kamren and Dan Kamren and Dan just celebrated 3 years in a community match, but have been matched for a total of 5 years! Kamren and Dan enjoy going to movies, attending sports events, and playing sports together. Most recently, Kamren joined the track team for his school, and Dan was one of the coaches! Kamren plans to join the Junior Optimist Club this year, following Dan’s example as he is a member of the Optimist Club. Thank you, Kamren and Dan! Something New to Try with Your Little

July is so warm, but a great reason to celebrate! 4th of July! You and your Little can stay hydrated and celebrate with these fun drinks, as well as do a little science…(drinks are layered because of sugar content). While enjoying your drinks you can create these fun confetti launchers to

continue the celebration! http://www.inkatrinaskitchen.com/july-4th-layered-drinks/ http://www.piikeastreet.com/2012/07/confetti-launchers/ Things to Do in the Sauk Valley Area July 1-4 Petunia Days in Dixon http://www.petuniafestival.org/ July 6 Heritage Woods of Sterling & Funky Munky Wrestling, Heritage Woods 2205 Oak Grove Avenue, Sterling. 5:00 pm Rain Date Saturday, July 16th. Heritage Woods of Sterling and Funky Munky Wrestling presents a free pro wrestling event. Food & drink available, family friendly, live music and games. Free Admission.

July 9 Second Saturdays, Downtown Dixon, 6-8 pm July 12 Movies at the Grandon presents: “Elf”. Sterling, movies start at dusk (8pm). July 14- 16 Whiteside County 4-H Show--Whiteside Fair Grounds 201 W. Winfield St. Morrison. Come join the fun and check out all the projects our local 4-H members have been working on all year. The 4-H Show is held in July before the County Fair, so don't miss out on supporting your local 4-H members & volunteers. For more information please contact the 4-H Office at 815-632-3611. July 22-24 Formation Flying Forum at the Whiteside County Airport All day. July 23 GPA Youth Day 2016 at the Westwood Sports Complex. 11 am – 4 pm. Indoor & Outdoor Activities. July 23 Sterling Main Street Music Fest at the Grandon in Sterling, 1-10 pm July 26 Movies at the Grandon presents: “Aladdin” Sterling, movies start at dusk (8pm). July 29-30 Sauk Valley Area Pink Heals Tour, Rock Falls River Front, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm --Pink Fire Trucks and fire fighters will be making their way through the Sauk Valley Area visiting those fighting cancer and survivors of cancer. 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm with Pink Fireworks at 9pm. Every Wednesday night this summer-- Sterling Municipal Symphony Band Music Under the Stars at Grandon Civic Center. 7:30 pm, free admission. Every Saturday night this summer-- Sterling Municipal Symphony Band Music Under the Stars at Grandon Civic Center. 7:30 pm, free admission.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Whiteside County would like to welcome our new Director: Daniel Garza. Daniel started his position as Director of Whiteside County on Monday June 13. He lives in Sterling Illinois with his wife and two children. He is a lifelong resident of Sterling, having graduated from Sterling High School and Sauk Valley CC locally. He was previously employed with the

Montmorency Schools in Rock Falls, working mainly with students with autism. He holds a BA and MA with a concentration in Special Education. He is also the Assistant Women’s Softball coach at Sauk Valley Community College. Dan has coached numerous ASA and travel girls softball teams over the years, and loves working with and advocating for all children. Welcome Daniel!

HELP SET UP A LUNCH AND LEARN FOR BBBS Help BBBS in our volunteer recruitment effort by setting up a BBBS

Lunch & Learn Employee Volunteer presentation at your workplace! For more information please contact Sarah Walker

at swalker@bbbs-mv.org or call 563-323-8006 ext. 206.

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO ALL THESE BBBS MATCHES

Cierra Chelsey McKee 5

Marissa Susan Denecke 5

Kobe Josh Paul 4

Brooklynn Staci Sawyer 4

Silas Bryan Dietsch 3

Mercedes Kristine Oswald 3

Virginia Sherry Staub 2

Skyler John Lindberg 2

Madison Elizabeth "Beth" Schebler 2

Courtney DeSiree Dye 1

Scott III Craig Schoeneberg 1

Lilith (Lilly) Veronica Myers 1

Malikai John Pavelka 1

Jaidyn Kiya Edwards 1

Kahleeyah Baley Schubert 1

Joe'Niah Sharon Meister 1

Genesis Natasha Shallenberger 1

Child’s Big’s First Big’s Last Years Name Name Name Matched

Change A Child’s Life for the Better, Forever.

Many young people, especially those who are facing adversity, have no idea what they want to be, or if post High School education is even an option for them. 57% of children enrolled in the BBBS program say they feel a greater sense of their future because of their connection to a Big Brother or Big Sister.

It only takes 2-3 visits a month to change a child’s life.

Find out more today

THANKS STANDARD FORWARDING

A big thank you to the employees of

Standard Forwarding who pulled together

and purchased, assembled and

delivered 22 bikes to BBBS to give to our Littles who are in

need of a new bike! You should have seen

the smiles of their faces!

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CRAFT ACTIVITIES—JULY

Sign up now to mentor a child this fall www.bbbsmv.org

4th of July Candy Filled Rockets Supplies Needed: Toilet Paper Roll Wrapped Hard Candy Red, White and Blue paper Ribbon Red tissue paper/gift wrap Masking tape Tootsie Roll Pop Glue Gun / Glue

Instructions:

1. Cover toilet paper roll with your choice of colored paper. 2. Place it so that the patterned side of the paper is face down on your work surface and the paper is horizontal – so that the longer sides are on the top and bottom. 3. With tissue paper, create flames for your rocket. Glue two layers of tissue paper to the bottom of your toilet paper roll. 4. Carefully twist tissue paper so as not to tear it and secure with a

bow of twine. 5. Using colored paper, cut out a circle with a diameter of about 5 ½”. Cut the circle in half. Manipulate your circle to fit nicely into a cone shape on top of your toilet paper roll. 6. Fill the insides of your rocket with candy or party favors. 7. With a hot glue gun, glue the edge of the craft roll and place the cone on top. Let sit for a minute and you’re ready to hand them out!

4th of July Star Wreath Supplies Needed:

1 large and 1 small star to use for a pattern

Plain Paper

Patterned Paper

Chipboard

Glitter

Ribbon

Glue Gun and Glue

Instructions:

Using your star pattern, cut out several stars from the plain and

patterned paper. Create identical stars out of chipboard for each

paper star. Glue your paper star and chipboard star together. Glue

your stars together to form a wreath. Embellish with ribbon and

glitter.

Not sure what to do with your Little next? Check out the BBBS-MV

Pinterest page at https://

www.pinterest.com/bbbsmv/ for more

crafts, activities and information.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR—JULY 2016

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Music@Main- July 2, 9 and 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Davenport Library, 321 N Main Street in Davenport for an afternoon of music and fun. Contact (563) 326-7832. FREE! Red, White & Boom!- July 3 at 3:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at Modern Woodmen Park at 209 S. Gaines Street and LeClaire Park at 400 W. Beiderbecke Drive in Davenport and Schwiebert Riverfront Park at 17th Street in Rock Island. Fireworks over the Mississippi River at 9:30 p.m. Bring chairs. FREE! See schedules at https://sites.google.com/site/redwhiteboom/ 4th of July Parade, Festival and Fireworks- July 3 at 5:00 p.m. and July 4th from 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. at 2300 Spruce Hills Drive in Bettendorf. FREE! http://www.bettendorf.org/eGov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item;id=7689 AMVETS 4th of July Parade-July 4 at 1:00 p.m. at 15th Avenue (3rd Street to 13th Street) in East Moline. http://www.emmainstreet.com/events.html Movies at Main-July 5 at 2:00 p.m. at the Davenport Public library at 321 N Main Street in Davenport for kids’ movies on the big screen and popcorn! FREE! Backwater Gamblers Water-ski Show-July 6 and 13 at 6:30 p.m. at 44th Street and the Rock River. FREE! Coal Valley Days- July 7 at 12:00 AM, July 8 at 12:00 AM, July 9 at 12:00 AM at Municipal Park at 1000 East 1st Street for bands, a carnival, kids' activities, a parade and car show. FREE! Niabi Zoo Show- July 7 at 11:00 a.m. at the Rock Island Library , 9010 Ridgewood Road. FREE! Call 309-732-7360 for more information. Friday Movie Matinee- July 8 and 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Davenport Library at 6000 Eastern Avenue. FREE! Quad Cities Cruisers Cruise-In- July 9 at 6:00 p.m. at South Park Mall, 4500 16th Street in Moline. FREE! Scavenger Hunt-July 11 at 2:30 p.m. at Davenport Library at 321 Main Street. FREE!

Dollar Days at the Family Museum- July 11, 18, 25, 5 p.m. - 8:00 PM at the Family Museum at 2900 Learning Campus Drive in Bettendorf. The Family Museum will offer $1 admission on Mondays. You must have the word of the day to receive $1 admission. Visit http://www.familycu.com for the word of the day. Call 563-334-4106 The HotRods- July 12 at 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at Lincoln Park Classic Theatre 11th Avenue and 40th Street in Rock Island. FREE! Food will be available. There will be a dance lesson and family activities at 6:15 PM. Call after 3:30 p.m. for rain cancellation information at 309-732-7246. Youth Fest-July 13 at 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm at Fejervary Learning Center at 1800 W. 12th Street in Davenport. FREE! Truckers' Jamboree-July 14 at 10:00 a.m. July 15 at 10:00 a.m. and July 16 at 9:00 a.m. at Iowa 80 Truckstop at I-80 Exit 284 in Walcott for a FREE festival with exhibits, games, Trucker Olympics, live music and fireworks. Contact 563-284-6961 for more information. FREE! Learn and Play Day-July 16 at 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at John Deere Pavilion at 1400 River Drive in Moline. Contact 309-765-1000. FREE! "Flower Arranging" -July 20 from 6:00 p.m.– 7:00 p.m. at Rock Island Library at 401 19th Street in Rock Island. FREE! Contact 309-732-7341. RSVP REQUIRED. "Much Ado About Nothing"-July 23, 24, 30 and 31 at 8:00 PM at Lincoln Park Classic Theatre at 11th Avenue and 40th Street in Rock Island. FREE! Downtown Street Fest and Bix 7 – July 29-30 at 2nd Street in Davenport with food vendors, live music, kid’s activities, and craft vendors. The Bix run will be July 30 at 8:00 a.m. Free Admission! Back to School Bash- July 31 at Noon-5:00 p.m.at Riverside Aquatic Center at 3300 5th Avenue in Moline for $1.00 Swim Day. There will be FREE 100 book bags with supplies, food and inflatables. Call 309-524-2424. Rain date is August 7.

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Music @ Main

Music @ Main

Music @ Main

Red, White & Boom

July 4th Fest Bettendorf

Bettendorf Fireworks

AM VETS Parade

Movies at Main Backwater Gamblers

Speak with Confidence

Backwater Gamblers

Coal Valley Days Coal Valley Days

Niabi Zoo Show Friday Free Movie

Friday Free Movie

QC Cruisers

Scavenger Hunt

Family Museum Dollar Days

Family Museum Dollar Days

The Hot Rods Youth Fest

Trucker’s Jamboree

Trucker’s Jamboree

Flower Arranging

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Much Ado (play) Street Fest Street Fest Back to School Bash