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GETTING EXCITED ABOUT EARTH DAY!

CAREER NAVIGATORS—APRIL—BUSH CONSTRUCTION

COMMUNITY NIGHT AT MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL

JOB READINESS GRADS—CONGRATULATIONS!

CAREER NAVIGATOR TOURS INSPIRE!

RAVE ABOUT YOUR LITTLE—CYRUS’ READING CHALLENGE

DEAR MATCH COACH—WHAT IS BIG/LITTLE TRAINING?

APRIL MATCH ACTIVITYAPRIL MATCH ACTIVITY——BETTENDORF FAMILY MUSEUMBETTENDORF FAMILY MUSEUM

APRIL CRAFT ACTIVITY—LANTERNS AND CENTERPIECE

MCDONOUGH COUNTY UPDATE—APRIL

WHITESIDE COUNTY UPDATE—APRIL

MONEY-WISE KIDS: NEEDS VS. WANTS

HEALTHY KIDS—COUNT THE CALORIES IN BEVERAGES

RECRUIT ONE—COMEDY KICK OFF EVENT!

CELEBRATE APRIL MATCH ANNIVERSARIES

PLANT SALE PRE-ORDERS AND SALE BEGINS!

T-SHIRTS

COMMUNITY CALENDAR—APRIL

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GETTING EXCITED ABOUT EARTH DAY! By Morgan Casey April is here and spring is in the air! This month celebrates Earth Day, Arbor Day, and National Environmental Week, making it a great time to have a conversation with your Little about what else is in the air pollution. Open up a dialogue about pollution and our impact on the Earth. Start by seeing what your Little knows about the reciprocal relationship between people and the environment, and how it impacts our lives. Discuss the environment from perspectives relating to air, water, soil, weather, energy, and even the food we eat. You can set a “green” example for your Little by taking small steps toward being more environmentally friendly.

Take your Little grocery shopping for healthy meal ingredients and bring reusable grocery bags.

Bring your Little to the Farmer’s Market on a Saturday morning, or pick produce at an orchard, farm, or pumpkin patch when your favorite fruits and vegetables are in season.

Make an effort to recycle every time you can, even if it means bringing home your soda cans at the end of an outing instead of throwing them in the trash.

Model ways to conserve water and electricity.

Point out strategies other people and organizations are doing to promote environmental health.

Spending time outdoors with your Little is a great way to spark an interest in nature. Find something positive to help make the environment healthier. Here are some things you can do this month to get your Little excited about the earth:

Go Hiking! There are lots of parks, trails and nature preserves within driving distance you and your Little can explore. Nahant Marsh Exploration, April 9th, 10:00 a.m. Learn about local plant and animal communities through hands-on activities at Nahant Marsh. April’s event includes a guided hike and

outdoor yoga. Living Lands and Waters Tree Wrapping, April 4th-15th, East Moline. Help wrap and package baby trees. To volunteer, sign-up on the LL&W website. River Action’s Earth Day Celebration, Saturday, April 23, 9 a.m. to noon. This year the project will be a clean-up at the Hennepin Park at Lock 30 in Milan, IL. They will be doing invasive plant removal, trash pick-up, and pollinator garden planting. Directions: Take Airport Road east of Milan. North on Frontage Road (look for the brown Hennepin sign)

and then take an immediate right. Follow to the parking lot. For more information contact Eileen at espies@riveraction.org. Spring Cleanup at Nahant Marsh, April 23rd, 9:00 a.m. to Noon Help clean up litter and pull weeds at the marsh. Gloves and other safety gear provided, but rain boots are recommended.

BBBS Plant Sale, April 29th-May 7th.

VOLUNTEER TO WORK AT PLANT SALE! Bring your Little to help out at Plant Sale after school

or on the weekends. 2-3 hour shifts. (April 28—May 7). Email Kayla: kkiesey@bbbs-mv.org

Rainy day? Stay in and watch “The Lorax”, or go to the library and read books about taking care of the environment. Homemade bird-feeders are a great indoor craft project you can do together, too!

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COMMUNITY NIGHT AT MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL Community Impact Night is a night when restaurants give back to local non-profit organizations, and help bring awareness to area causes.

On Tuesday, April 12th, BBBS will receive a percentage of

the sales, plus any tips collected during the evening.

Leading up to the dates, our role is to HELP SPREAD THE WORD. Invite family, friends, matches, and neighbors to take the night off and go out for dinner to help make an impact with local children! We are asked to supply volunteers at Moe’s Southwest Grill to help wait on tables and provide good customer service. Please note there is a waiver that all volunteers will need to sign. Littles are encouraged to join their Bigs to gain first hand

experience of waiting tables. Contact Jaime Keller at jkeller@bbbs-mv.org or call 563-323-8006. Moe’s is located at: 4046 E 53rd St, Davenport, IA in the North Ridge Shopping Center (near Old Navy and Bed, Bath and Beyond.)

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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR JOB READINESS GRADS! Graduates: George Manley Josie Brown Rayanna Hurt Johnathan Rubingh Justin Rubingh Tyrese Couch Bigs/Parents: Tre Ward Marlene Baltzor Lynn Toney Melissa Pajunen Tina Manley John Howes Neal O’Flaherty

Interviewers: Vicki Payton: Rock Island Arsenal, Karen Clark: Mid-American Energy, John Campbell: Rock Island Arsenal, Renee VandeWoestyne: Deere Credit Union, KC Swanberg: Deere Credit Union, Linda Dothard: Rock Island Arsenal, Sean McDonald: John Deere. Coordinator: Bonnie Sparks Gray

JOIN IN THE FUN! COME TO A CAREER NAVIGATORS TOUR 1

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1. RAVE Movie Theater 2. Trinity School of Nursing 3. TAG Communications

Over the years our Career Navigator Tours have provided inspiration and direction for Littles. BBBS has heard many stories about Littles deciding to enroll in higher education to begin work on a degree related to what they experienced on a CN Tour. It’s difficult for any teenager to imagine what they want to do when they become an adult, but it can be especially

challenging for a Little who is potentially facing many obstacles they will have to overcome in order to go on to higher education or an apprenticeship. Exploring career options and providing your Little not only with ideas, but with hope that they can pursue their dreams is very important in providing the Little with the motivation and encouragement they need.

CN TOURS 2016

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Learn how to get the most from your mentor relationship! Join us for the Big and Little Training (BLT) on Sat., April 16, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

at the Davenport Library Eastern Avenue Branch, 6000 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA This training is designed for all matches who have been matched 3-6 months, but open to any match that would like to attend.

To RSVP call 563-323-8006 or email: Katie at kzick@bbbs-mv.org or Kathryn at kallard@bbbs-mv.org

DEAR MATCH COACH: WHAT IS BIG/LITTLE TRAINING?

RAVE ABOUT YOUR LITTLE: WAY TO READ CYRUS!

BIG/LITTLE TRAINING FOR APRIL:

Dear Match Coach: What is the new “Big Little Training”?

Our Big Little Training (or BLT) is geared toward matches that have been together for at least three months. The training will involve fun activities, food, and a portion of the night where Bigs and Littles are split up. Your Little will be able to participate in some fun games while you attend a discussion with other volunteers and BBBS staff. We’ll talk about different strategies that can be applied now that you and your Little know each other a little more. You will have the chance to learn from other volunteers, as well as share

tips you’ve learned about being a mentor. No matter what has been going on in your match, this is an important experience that is an essential step in our matching process. BLTs will be held monthly so you can make sure to attend one within the first few months of your match. We want all of our matches who have reached their three month anniversary to be at the training, and would love to see any other matches who would like to attend. It is a great, easy activity for any match. Check Coaches Corner for each month’s upcoming training date and feel free to ask your match coach if you have any questions.

Cyrus is 11 years old and in the 5th grade. He enjoys playing games and spending time with his Big, Mary Thee. Cyrus’ school has required him to read 40 books throughout the 2015-16 school

year. Cyrus struggled to find the perfect strategy to help complete his reading goal. With the help of his Big, Mary, the match finally

figured out the perfect method to help reach his target of 40 chapter books. Now Cyrus enjoys reading and has recently

completed an entire Goosebumps book. Great job Cyrus and keep up the great work!

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APRIL MATCH ACTIVITY: BETTENDORF FAMILY MUSEUM

APRIL CRAFT ACTIVITY: LANTERNS AND CENTER PIECE

Join us for the April Match Activity to be hosted at the

Bettendorf Family Museum

Saturday, April 2, from 10 a.m. to noon 2900 Learning Campus Dr., Bettendorf

Matches will construct the perfect contraption to help land their egg safely from a 20-foot drop! Materials and eggs will be provided. All matches in attendance will receive free admission into the museum

following the workshop.

Space will be limited. Please RSVP to Kayla at kbabers@bbbs-mv.org

Fairy Lantern and Team Night Light Supplies needed for Fairy Lantern: • Fairy silhouette printout • Any Glass Jars with a Lid (Jam, Relish, or Mason Jar) • Thin White Tissue Paper • White School Glue or Any Glue that Dries Clear • Clear Glitter • Twine • Floral Embellishments ● Battery Powered Tea Lights or Battery-Operated LED String Lights Instructions for Fairy Lantern: First, glue the Fairy cut-out to the inside of the jar. Then glue one sheet of white tissue paper to the outside of the jar, leaving a small seam in the back. Don’t cover the lid. Next, add glue all around the top and bottom strip of the white tissue paper, adding clear glitter to both strips of glue. Do not glitter all the white paper because the light will not be as bright. Once dry, fold the twine in half and tie in a bow at the top of the jar. Decorate the bow with flowers or berries. Once every-thing is dried, place the battery-operated tea lights or LED string lights

inside the jar, and close with lid. This can be used as a nightlight or as a decoration. Supplies needed for Team Night Light • Printout of Team Helmet and Name • Team Fabric or Team Colors Fabric (Optional) • White School Glue that Dries Clear • Any Glass Jars with a Lid (Jam, Relish, or Mason Jar) • Battery Powered Tea Lights or Battery Operated LED String Lights Instructions for Team Night Light: First, glue the team helmet cut-out to the inside of the jar, gluing the team’s name underneath. Once dried, place the battery-operated tea lights or LED string lights inside. Optional step: Use fabric with the team’s logo to cut a square two inches bigger than the lid. Put the fabric inside the lid, gluing only to the top. Once dried, turn on lights and attach lid. This can be used as a nightlight or as a decoration.

Instructions: This colorful project is great for spring and summer décor! Just paint the bottom of the pine cone in bright colors with a yellow center. Once dried, group pine cones together in a bowl like a bouquet and place on any table.

Pine Cone Zinnias Centerpiece Supplies Needed: 7-8 Pinecones Acrylic Paints in Bright Colors (Including Yellow) Paper to Use as Placemat for Painting Paint Brushes Water Glass for Paint Brushes Bowl to Place Pine Cones

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SOUTHERN MENTORING CENTER: MARCH MATCH MADNESS NEW MATCHES!!! We’re just rolling along at the Southern Mentoring center, and March was a very good month…we made 6 new matches! Let’s meet our brand new Bigs and Littles: Big Sister Airiana was a Little when she was in high-school, and now it’s time for her to pay it back; Little Sister Brooklyn is a great kid, and her mom has already called to tell us how much fun she’s having.

Little Sister Sierra was excited to get matched with a new friend; Big Sister Brittany is an "old hand" volunteering with kids in Macomb.

Little Sister Destiny is the nicest kid, and her mom is the nicest mom; Big Sister Amari couldn't have been more

excited to meet her. Little Brother Teyraun patiently waited his turn (his sister has been with us for 2 years); Big Brother Jon is a great guy who sets a good example.

Little Brother Brandon had a fantastic experience in his first match, and was ready to step up to the plate again;

Big Brother Frank is fun to be with.

Little Sister Molly is an all-around great kid, from a great family; Big Sister Jane has been one of our all-star volunteers for 2 years now, and is the perfect Big for Molly. All of these Bigs and Littles are out-standing people, and we are very proud to have them join our team.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

BIGS IN THE COMMUNITY A local non-profit called Genesis Garden is working to open Macomb’s first family emergency center, and some of our wonderful Bigs turned up to help with the construction efforts. Check it out:

2ND ANNUAL ALL FORE! THE KIDS

4TH ANNUAL

BBBS TRIVIA NIGHT A HUGE SUCCESS!

Our Trivia Night fundraiser was a night we’ll always remember. 200 people showed up to play trivia and support our program. We had WIU Volleyball and a team from Citizens Bank (including a Board member and a current Big) do the set up and clean up; we had another Board member/Big, her sister, husband/Big, and 2 more current Bigs do the cooking and serving; we had 7 great local restaurants/bars donate prizes; we had 2 local celebs as our emcees; and we had a favorite local musician perform. AND we raised 250% more than last year!!! An unparalleled success. 1,000 thanks to everyone who helped, on any level.

Next up on our fundraising schedule…All Fore! The Kids. For this event, which is sponsored by the WIU Veterans Club, we have WIU student organizations build miniature golf holes in Brophy Gym. All proceeds benefit our BBBS kids and the Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation (which helps put the children of military killed in action through college). $5 to play, and open to the public. The event is tentatively scheduled for 19 April 2016 from 6-9pm. Call us today to register, and walk-ins are welcome!

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WHITESIDE COUNTY UPDATE: APRIL Featured (New) Match of the Month Rylan and Darin Rylan and Darin were matched in a Community-based match in February. So far they have enjoyed going to Menards to plan wood working projects, and eating together at the Asian Buffet. Thank you Rylan and Darin!

Something New to Do with Your Little Spring is nearly here and many of us have gardens planned. Why not make some of these cute garden markers with your Little? http://craftsbyamanda.com/painted-rock-garden-markers/

HAVLife Activity Ideas Is your Little looking for an activity for the spring/summer? Don’t forget about the HAVLife grant, and here are links to some of the local organizations that provide many activities for children. Sterling Park District- http://www.sterlingparks.org/ Sterling Rock Falls YMCA- http://srfymca.org/ Woodlawn Arts Academy- http://www.woodlawnartsacademy.com/

Something to do Around the Sauk Valley Area April 2, 2016 (Saturday) 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM Mom 2 Mom Market Christ Lutheran School 2000 18th Avenue Sterling, IL. $1.00 admission: 8:00 am - 11:00 am Free 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Christ Lutheran School presents Mom 2 Mom Market. Why search from sale to sale to find what you need for your children? Come and shop for clean, quality, gently-used children's clothing, maternity clothing, toys, infant items, shoes, books, games, dvd's and furniture all in one place. This sale is going to be huge - don't miss it! April 6, 2016 (Wednesday) 1:00 pm The Peanuts Movie Sterling Public Library 102 West Third Street, Sterling IL. Sterling Public Library presents Movie Matinees! All movies begin at 1:00 pm and are shown in the library community room on the main floor of the library. These

movies are shown on days when there is a school early out or no school. All children 9 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. April 16, 2016 (Saturday) 10:00 am Sterling Public Library 102 West Third, Sterling IL. Sterling Public Library "Donuts and Doings" "Donuts and Doings" is for Grade K-4 and a parent. There will be donuts, milk, juice and coffee. They will have stories, games, and a craft perhaps even a short film. April 23, 2016 (Saturday) 10:00 am to 11:00 am Sterling Public Library Lego Club Sterling Public Library 102 West Third, Sterling IL "Lego My Library Club" is for Grades K-5. You must register for each class. Please call sometime the week before to register. You may register at the Children's Desk or you may call in to register. A waiting list will be made when classes are full and you will be called if a spot opens up. April 23, 2016 (Saturday) 12:45 pm to 3:00 pm Rain date: April 30th Canal Annual Clean-up Days Inn Rock Falls 2105 1st Ave, Rock Falls, IL Rock River Development Authority in conjunction with the IDNR, promotes family and tourism through servicing our scenic Rock River and Hennepin Feeder Canal at the Annual Canal Clean-up. Registration, while not mandatory, does help to get volunteers to the area of their preference quicker. We can designate your party a particular section of the canal based on your needs and experience. Call (815) 590-6404. April 23, 2016 (Saturday) 12 pm – 2 pm The Caring Center Fundraiser Fashion Show First Congregational Church ('The Big Red Church) East 4th Street & 2nd Avenue, Sterling, IL Fee: $10.00 Donation 12:00 pm Chicken Salad Sandwich Lunch, Orange Twist & Drink 1:00 pm Fashion Show 2:00 pm Dessert April 23, 2016 (Saturday) 9:00 am to 1:00 pm 32nd Annual Child Fair "A Da At The Movies" Sauk Valley Community College 173 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL Sauk Valley Community College presents their 32nd Annual Child Fair "A Day At The Movies". April 26, 2016 (Tuesday) 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Board Game Night at

the Library for Teens Sterling Public Library 102 West Third Street,

Sterling, IL Sterling Public Library presents Board Game Night for

Teens. Enjoy free snacks, challenge your friends, win prizes and

have fun! These are all good reasons for you to check out our board

game night. Join us as we play some classic board games, selected

by teens like you for two hours.

We have over 125 boys waiting to be matched with a mentor. If you know someone who could be an adult friend to a child who is facing some kind of adversity,

please let us know. Call Sarah Walker at 563-323-8006. www.bbbsmv.org

We’re looking for a few good men to become a Big!

COACHES CORNER MONEY-WISE KIDS: NEEDS VS WANTS

Tori’s breath caught in her throat. There it was, the latest iPhone. She really, really

wanted it even though the phone next to

it was ten times cheaper. Making

decisions isn’t always easy. Trying to

figure out your needs from your wants is even harder.

Tori was torn. She thought she needed a new phone. But did she really need it or did she want it? It was making her head spin. She fought the overwhelming urge to scream. One of the biggest obstacles to establishing a better financial future is knowing when to say no. Tori can get a better understanding of the situation by determining her needs from her wants. A want is something Tori would like to have, but doesn’t need it in order to live. A need is something she has to have in order to live. Needs include food, a place to live and clothes. Here’s the tricky part, sometimes what she thinks she needs is actually a want. Tori needs clothes to wear, but she doesn’t need a brand new expensive pair of jeans when a less expensive pair will do. When Tori stopped to think about it more, she realized she wanted a new phone, she didn’t need it. She studied her old phone. There wasn’t anything wrong with it. Maybe a little scratched up, but that’s not a reason to get a new phone. Remember, everyone’s needs and wants are different. You need to determine what’s best for you. When trying to determine your needs and wants, ask yourself the following questions: Do I need this to get to school? Do I need a bike, skateboard or a car? I need a new sweater for winter, but is it necessary to have the

designer version that costs $50 more? Even though both will keep me warm? Remember... What do you need? What do you want? How are you going to get it?

Thanks to IHMVCU for their sponsorship of the BBBS Money-Wise Kids program!

Needs vs

Wants

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Thanks to UnityPoint Health-Trinity for their BBBS Healthy Kids sponsorship

Are The Calories In That Drink Worth It? While striving to develop or maintain a healthy lifestyle, many people cut foods from their diet, especially if their main goal is to lose weight. But people often forget the silent culprit that adds many unnecessary calories to their diet: their drink. In reality, many of our favorite beverages are loaded with added calories and sugars that hinder our weight loss efforts or have a negative impact on our health. It may be time to rethink that drink! Calories in Drinks Companies don’t hide the calories in their beverages, however, it’s easy to ignore just how many calories a soft drink or juice can add to the recommended daily intake for you and your Little. For example, do you like to grab a medium latte before heading to work? That’s around 265 calories. That soda your Little had with lunch could add an extra 227 calories. You also need to be aware of juices. They may not be the healthy drink option you’ve been looking for. A 20-ounce container of 100 percent apple juice provides 300 calories. Even milk isn’t low-calorie. Milk contains vitamins and minerals that your Little needs to have good health, but choose a low-fat or fat-free milk in place of whole milk or 2

percent. Don’t Be Fooled By Sugar Sugar has many names, which may not be obvious. Some beverages claim to be sugar-free but in reality are not. If you see any of these names below in the ingredients list,

it’s a sugar-sweetened beverage:

Fructose ● High-fructose corn syrup

Honey ● Fruit juice concentrate

Syrup ● Corn syrup

Sucrose ● Dextrose Choosing Healthy Drinks Below are a few tips that can help make drink decisions a little easier.

Instead of sugar-packed drinks, keep a jug or bottle of water in the fridge.

Carry a water bottle around with you and fill it regularly.

Add fruit to water to add extra flavor. Add 100 percent fruit juice to sparkling water for a low-calorie drink. You don’t have to skip your morning coffee run altogether. You have several options such as asking for fat-free milk, forgoing additional flavors, and saying no to whipped cream. Healthy drinks are possible when you take the time to learn what’s going into them! Learn to Read Nutrition Labels Many 20 ounce bottles only show the nutrition information for eight ounces while stating there are 2.5 servings in the bottle. If you are drinking the whole bottle you must multiply the number of calories by the number of servings. So if the label says the drink has 100 calories per serving, the whole bottle would contain 250 calories. Healthy Drinks Are Only Part of the Puzzle There are plenty of healthy drink choices available, but paying attention to what you’re drinking doesn’t mean you can never indulge. Treat yourself to that soda, juice or low-calorie latte every once in a while. Just remember to keep it a reward and not daily habit.

HEALTHY KIDS: ARE THE CALORIES IN THAT DRINK WORTH IT?

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Little’s First Name

Big’s First Name

Big’s Last Name

Years Matched

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CELEBRATE APRIL MATCH ANNIVERSARIES! Little’s First Name

Big’s First Name

Big’s Last Name

Years Matched

Gage Dolores Nanninga 7

Hannah Bonnie Sparks-Gray 6

Savannah Lynda Van Zuiden 5

Megan Julie Keith 5

Drew Kevin Friedenbach 5

Alexander John Hageman 4

Anabelle Rose Strickland 4

Jazmyn Lynn Toney 4

Marc John Schlader 4

Sofia Andrea Olberts 4

Taylor Myra Very 4

Alicia Chelsea Guerin 4

Tejana Cecilia O'Brien 4

Sequoia Megan Schoff 3

Talianna Jessica Pollmeier 2

Savanah Faith Fletcher 2

Jaylen Steven Jefferson 2

Julia Pam Black 2

Tania Debra Sullivan 2

Taylor Elizabeth Coffman 2

Kylee Nichole Foutch 2

Jordan Susie Johnson 2

Kyler Heidi Halferty 2

Madison Gabriela Solano 1

Fred Jack Cullen 1

Eric Ryan Martin 1

Alisha Beth Grabin 1

Sophia Stacy Willet 1

Gabrielle Karen Dahlstrom 1

Shermiya Lanette Johnson 1

Anika Holly Stauffer 1

Isabel Susan Love 1

Saryanna Teresa Koltzenburg 1

Zakiyah Latrice Lacey 1

Cydney Sheryl VerMeer 1

B'dea Pam Duncan 1

Alexandria Rachel Nelson 1

Ally Lynn Drazinski 1

Paige Kari Maes 1

Ellie Dyan Avanti 1

Gracie Nickole Spears 1

Please join us for a “Big Laugh”!

Be our guest at “The Establishment Theatre” Comedy Club

Thursday, April 14, 6:30—8:30 p.m. 220 19th Street, Rock Island, IL

FREE FOOD! FREE COMEDY!

CASH BAR!

We want to thank you for being a “Big” and introduce you briefly to a NEW

important recruitment program at BBBS.

Please RSVP by April 12 to Neal at noflaherty@bbbs-mv.org or call 563-323-8006

Featuring: “Guys Wearing Ties”

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MEDIA SPONSORS:

PRE-ORDER THROUGH APRIL 18! THEN SHOP PLANT SALE! We are taking individual, group or corporate pre-orders through Monday, April 18! Those who are Bigs, or have purchased plants in the past, should have received a pre-order brochure in the mail. We also mailed an order form to our corporate purchasers. You may also have seen ads in the Quad City Times or perhaps you’ve viewed a commercial on WHBF—Local 4.

SPECIAL PRE-ORDER INCENTIVES: ● Home Depot will provide a coupon for $20 off a $50 or more purchase in their GARDEN CENTER for anyone who pre-orders by April 18th. The coupon will be included with your pre-order pick-up or delivery (April 29—May 2). It must be used by May 31, 2016 only at the Bettendorf Home Depot at 920 Middle Rd. ● Heritage Landscape Design is offering a $500 Heritage Helping Hand gift certificate as a drawing from any pre-orders received by April 18th. (Offer is only good for those who live within a 50-mile radius of the Quad Cities). Pre-orders are very important to the success of the BBBS Plant Sale. They provide us with a better idea of quantities for each type of plant to order. It helps you, the customer, to secure the type, color and quantity of plants you need this season. And, if you purchase $150 or more, we’ll deliver your order for FREE!

DAVENPORT: Northwest Bank & Trust Tower April 29—May 7, Kimberly & Welcome Way, 8 a.m.—7 p.m.

MOLINE: UnityPoint Health—Trinity April 29—May 1, 500 John Deere Rd. Fri.—Sun., 8 a.m.—7 p.m.

MACOMB: STC Investments Office May 4—May 7, 1603 E. Jackson St. (across from HyVee—NEW LOCATION!) Wed.—Sat., 8 a.m.—7 p.m.

SHOP AT PLANT SALE BEGINNING

FRIDAY, APRIL 29!

SUPPORT SPONSORS:

PRESENTING SPONSORS:

CONTACT your friends, your church, your boss, or get a

group of co-workers

together and do a group

order!

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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2 Home Depot Kids Workshop Dahl Easter Egg Hunt

3 Spring Floral Show at Vander Veer

4 k Club 5

6 Dance Me A Story 7 Magic Classes

8 9 Taste of China

10 11 12 13 14 Drummer Boy

of Shiloh

15 16 The River’s Song Fejervary Family Fun

17 Augustana Chamber Singers 24 31

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23 Walk MS

Quad Cities

30 Healthy Kids Day

COMMUNITY CALENDAR – APRIL 2016

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Home Depot Kids Workshop- April 2 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. The Bettendorf Home Depot at 920 Middle Road will have a FREE kid’s workshop. This workshop shows children how to build and paint a butterfly house. Registration required. Call(563)359-7228. Dahl Ford Easter Egg Hunt- April 2 at 11:00 AM for 1-2 year olds, 11:15 AM for 3-5 year olds, 11:30 AM for 6-8 year olds, and 11:45 AM for 9-12 year olds, with gates opening at 10 AM. Open to children 12 and under; no more than two accompanying adults. There will also be face painting and a jump house. Admission is a non-perishable food item that will go to River Bend Food Bank. Call (563) 391-2600 for more information. Spring Floral Show at Vander Veer Conservatory- Every Tuesday-Sunday until May. Vander Veer Botanical Park at 215 West Central Park Avenue, Davenport. Cost is $1.00, FREE Tuesday, and FREE for ages 15 and under. Call (563)-323-3298 for more information. Dance Me a Story, Russian Fairy- April 6 from 2:30 PM-3:30 PM. The Moline Public Library at 3210 41st Street joins Ballet Quad Cities to bring performance and literature together. FREE! Call 309-786-3779 for information. Magic Classes- April 7 from 6:00 PM-6:45PM at the Moline Garden Center located at Riverside Park on 34th Street and 5th Avenue. FREE! Stay for the monthly meeting afterwards from 7:00 PM-9:00 PM if you want. Call Rick at 309-945-3414 for more information. Taste of China- April 9 from 2:00 PM-3:30 PM at the Rock Island Public Library at 401 19th Street. Professor Feng from the University of Illinois will talk about Chinese culture. He will have a traditional Chinese instrument performance, a demonstration of Chinese calligraphy, and a Chinese tea and snack tasting. For all ages and FREE! Call 309-732-7323. The River's Song, Midwestern Waterways in Story & Song- April 13

from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM at the Rock Island Public Library at 401 19th Street. Barry Cloyd traces the Midwest’s river history through story and song, with the arrival of the first Europeans to present-day. For all ages and FREE! Call 309-732-7323 for information. "Drummer Boy of Shiloh"- April 14 at 6:00 PM for a musical program by Barry Cloyd at the Moline Public Library, 3210 41st Street. Cloyd portrays Joseph Henry Monroe, who was a drummer boy during the Civil War. FREE and for all ages! Call 309-524-2470 for more information. Family Craft Time- April 16 from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Rock Island Library Southwest Branch, 9010 Ridgewood Road. Make a flower vase card or a Mother's Day frame from craft foam. Registration required. Call (309) 732-7338 or register online. Fejervary Family Fun Days- April 16 from 12:00 PM-5:00 PM at the Fejervary Learning Center, 1800 West 12th Street. There will be family activities, a petting zoo, bounce houses, and games. FREE! The Augustana Chamber Singers Spring Matinee - April 17 from 4:00 PM-6:00 PM at Denkmann Memorial Hall located at Augustana College, 639 38th Street Rock Island. The Augustana Chamber Singers will perform a concert of madrigal and jazz selections. FREE! Call Lauren Reid at (309) 794-7323 for more information. Walk MS Quad Cities- April 23. Registration at 8:00 AM. The walk starts at 10:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM. Veterans' Memorial Park 1645 23rd Street, Bettendorf. There will be a DJ, MS Kids' Zone, clowns, and cheerleaders. Lunch will be provided afterward. Proceeds raised through pledges will be used for multiple sclerosis research. FREE event! Contact 563-723-2204 for more information. Healthy Kids Day- April 30 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM at Two Rivers YMCA, 2040 53rd Street in Moline. FREE! Activities will include a community resource fair.

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