There is so much fun to be had in LeClaire this month including Cars & Coffee, live music, wine tastings, trivia, honoring our vets, and much more. Be sure and plan ahead by checking out the June schedule, too! LeClaire is a wonderful place to enjoy shopping, touring, wining, dining, and entertaining out-of-town guests! Be sure and read the news all the way to the end for store specials! More information about LeClaire, Iowa, can be found on our website at:
http://www.visitleclaire.com/index2.html
MAY
Now through May 30:
20% off all stems and flowers at
A Simpler Time
. They will be open on Memorial Day, 10am-3pm.
Friday, May 20, 6-9pm:
Sunset Concerts begin at
Steventon's!
Daniel Stratman will kick off the series out on the deck.
Saturday, May 21: 2016 Live Fit With Lupus Run -
1 mile, 10K, 5K and ½ Marathon Race at the Black Watch Room (at Pebble Creek Golf Course) in LeClaire. After the race enjoy a Post Party Event with live entertainment, vendors and other activities. To register for the race or more information: http://www.livefitwithlupus.org/
Saturday, May 21, 8-11am: Cars and Coffee on the Levee.
Bring your favorite ride and join us on the beautiful riverfront in LeClaire for an "all are welcome" social gathering. There is no registration fee and parking is "first in, first parked."
Saturday, May 21:
Hey,
Cars & Coffee -
Blue Iguana
will be out serving coffee and breakfast burritos!
Saturday, May 21, 9am-2pm:
Reusable Usable's Play Cafe is open with a special class for parents at 10am. 10am Cloth Diaper Basics & Care class with Samantha Ulmer/Labor Doula ($5 donation - make and take). Join them for a Cloth Diaper Basics & Care class. It is an introduction to the "fluff" world. Cloth diapering can seem very intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. We would love to help you and your family start or continue on your cloth journey! We will cover the different types of diapers, how to clean them, and an explanation of some confusing cloth diapering terminology. Make sure to bring your questions and any of your own diapers you would like to share or have questions about. Whether you are on the fence about cloth diapering or simply need a refresher, they would love to see you there! $5 per participant/includes make and take reusable wipes project and 1/2 price admission for children in Play Cafe for parents attending class. 11am Story time with Elise. 1pm Art with Angela at no extra fee.
reusableusables.org
Saturday, May 21, 7pm: Trivia Night at the LeClaire Civic Center,
127 S. Cody Road. Doors open at 6pm; Trivia starts at 7pm. Tables of 8; $10 per person. The LeClaire Lions Club is the beneficiary this month. Sloppy Joes will be available for purchase. Participants may bring food, wine, beer and soft drinks. Reserve a table by calling Debbie,
563-349-4403
or email:
[email protected]
.
Tuesday, May 24: Wine tasting at The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits.
15 wines and snacks for $15. 10% off mixed full cases. Reserve your glass today: 563-289-4156.
Thursday, May 26: Blind Kitchen at The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits.
It's back and better than ever. Watch Chef Aaron McMahon throw down against Chef Doug Lear! 3 secret Ingredients | 2 Chefs | 1 hour to prepare at least 2 dishes. This is a battle you will not want to miss. This Blind Kitchen also kicks off their Fudraiser to March of Dimes Signature Chef auction. The Faithful Pilot will be donating proceeds to The March of Dimes Foundation and they encourage you to do the same. Come see what everyone is talking about. Doors lock at 8pm.
Friday, May 27, 5-8pm:
Summer Series live music Fridays starting at
Wide River Winery Tasting Room
by the Whoozdads.
Friday, May 27, 6-9pm:
Sunset Concert at
Steventon's
with Steve Ernst & Ryan Sloan on the deck.
Saturday, May 28, 1pm: The City of Baton Rouge, the Twilight's dock boat, is turning 100 this year and they are having a party!
Come celebrate with the captain and crew at their port in LeClaire, Iowa. They will have a presentation with individuals from the City of LeClaire, Captain Kevin and other honorable guests to provide history, blessings and remarks in regards to this timeless vessel. Light refreshments, guided tours and commemorative gifts will be available. Historical photos and artifacts will also be on display. This is a FREE event! Please RSVP to [email protected].
Saturday, May 28: Blue Iguana
is celebrating National Wine Day. They've got a New Sangria recipe for you to try!
Monday, May 30, Memorial Day:
The American Legion Buffalo Bill Post #347, with the American Legion Buffalo Bill Post #347 Auxiliary, and the Pleasant Valley Community School District invites all to attend the Memorial Day Services. Events commence at LeClaire's Glendale Cemetery from 10:15-10:30am. The placing of a wreath at the Glendale Cemetery's Flag Memorial will be followed by services conducted at Bridgeview Elementary School gymnasium, commencing at 11am. Speakers include William Albracht, decorated Army Captain (Vietnam) recipient of 3 Silver Stars and 5 Bronze Stars; and Pastor Ralph Otteson. Music provided by P.V.'s award winning band. Come join us as we honor those who have served. If you would like to purchase a new flag - Buffalo Bill Post #347 has new flags for sale. Contact Ron Leiby at (563) 289-5259 for more information or to place an order.
Monday, May 30, Memorial Day:
LeClaire is open!
- A Simpler Time 10am-3pm.
- Antique Archaeology 10am-6pm.
- Artswork 10am-5pm.
- Bierstube 10:30am-10pm for the kitchen, until midnight for the bar.
- Green Tree Brewery hours: May 29 open at 11am; May 30 open at 2pm.
- Isabel Bloom 10am-2pm.
- Mississippi River Distilling Company 10am-5pm.
Tuesday, May 31, 5-7pm:
Join
129
for wine tasting. $15 for 10 wines. Call 563-729-1035 to reserve your glass!
JUNE
June 2-4: The Bandit Run
ends in LeClaire;
www.thebanditrun.com
. See 125 Trans Ams and replicas of the police cars and semi from the popular movie, Smokey and the Bandit.
Friday, June 3, 5pm: Divine Dezigns by LauraLee - Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting
. Everyone Welcome!
Friday, June 3, 5:30-8pm: First Friday in downtown LeClaire, IA!
Fun, food, and cocktail sampling at the
Mississippi River Distilling Co.!
Enjoy wine tasting at
Wide River Winery Tasting Room
and live music in their courtyard by The Blackstone Acoustic Trio, 5-8pm. There is live music at
The Faithful Pilot Café & Spirits
from 8-11pm. Restaurant specials and other shops open late, too!
Saturday, June 4, 8am: River Valley Optimist Club
is having the 4th Annual Tour de LeClaire at the First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. 12th St, LeClaire. The Tour is a Big Wheel race for children 3-6yrs old. It is always a fun time! This year there will be a pancake breakfast as well that begins at 8am. $3 for children/$5 for adults. Registration for race begins at 8:30 with races starting at 9. For forms to register early, email [email protected]
Friday, June 10, 5-8pm: Live music at the Wide River Winery Tasting Room
in their courtyard by Pieces of Candy.
Saturday, June 11, 11am & 1pm: Second Saturday - Twilight Sightseeing Cruises. $16 adults, $8 children (4-12), Free 3 & under. What better way to see the river than from the deck of an old-fashioned riverboat! Treat yourself to a 1-½ hour sightseeing cruise aboard the Riverboat Twilight. These cruises will depart and return from the Port of LeClaire IA. Trip includes captivating Captain's narration and commanding views of the river, its wildlife, and quaint river towns. Cash bar and Gift Shop available. For online cruise reservations, go to:
https://riverboattwilight.starboardsuite.com/choose-date Restaurants will have box lunches available for purchase. Other sightseeing cruise dates include July 9, September 10, and October 8.
Tuesday, June 14, 10am or 2pm: Expressions in Threads.
Join them for this exciting opportunity to learn more about the fabrics and the history of Little House on the Prairie! With special guest speaker Dennis Bevins from Andover Fabrics (from last year's Downton Abbey Event), you will be able to hear the stories, history and inspiration behind this beautiful line of fabrics and quilts. The price for this event is $10 and you have option of the morning, 10am, session or the afternoon session beginning at 2pm. Please call the shop at 563-289-1447 to make your reservation.
Friday, June 17, 5-8pm: Live music at the Wide River Winery Tasting Room
in their courtyard by Black Velvet Band.
June 18-26: Quad Cities' Museum Week - Discover the Mysteries.
Over 20 museums from across the Quad Cities region including LeClaire's own
Buffalo Bill Museum
will come together for the second annual Quad Cities Museum Week. Enjoy this celebration of our region's museums and participate in special activities, exhibits, and promotions during this fun-filled week. New this year, each museum will feature a little known mystery about something at their museum. It could be part of their collection or even something about their building. You are encouraged to tweet and post on your Facebook page about your Museum Week experiences using QCMUSEUMS. To find out more about Museum Week, please visit
www.qcmuseumweek.com
Friday, June 24, 5-8pm: Live music at the Wide River Winery Tasting Room
in their courtyard by The Ripplers.
News & Special Offers
Decades
now carries local honey and maple syrup and a great variety of Wisconsin and local cheeses!
Check out all of
El Rio Spa's
May specials at http://www.elriospa.com/specials
What's new for May at
Isabel Bloom?
You will love their new "Hometown Hero" created to honor our firefighters and first responders who risk their lives to keep us safe. And don't forget about the 2016 Village in Bloom sculpture, "Pride and Joy". Teen, Reilly Moeller's award-winning sculpture is now available at all Isabel Bloom Showrooms. Proceeds from sales to benefit future Village in Bloom festivals. If you haven't visited the Isabel Bloom store recently, come see what you are missing!
Jones St Java House
hours are Monday-Wednesday 6am-3pm, Thursday-Friday 6am-5pm, Saturday 7am-5pm, and Sunday 8am-4pm. Follow them on Facebook for current news!
They have launched a new menu, and one of the breakfast menu items is WAFFLES! Yum yum! You can still get all your favorite breakfast and lunch items, boxed lunches, plus some new soon-to-be-favorites! Come in and check it out!
Visit Libations Lane at
Green Tree Brewery, Mississippi River Distilling Co., and Wide River Winery Tasting Room
- all on Cody Road in downtown LeClaire. Visit each shop and be sure to pick up a punch card. Purchase a growler of beer, a bottle of spirits and a bottle of wine and get your card marked at each store. Then turn the card in at the last store for a free LeClaire Libations Lane pint glass! Glasses can be picked up at any of the three locations.
The
Mississippi Cottage Antiques
is looking for a high energy "people person" for a part-time employee position. This will involve 2 days a week with some Sundays. For more information contact Debra at 563-289-1515.
The Shameless Chocoholic
has extended hours for the summer. They will be open Monday-Thursday 10am-5pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-6pm, and Sunday 12-5pm.
June
3
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
3-4
City-wide Garage Sales
11
Second Saturday - Twilight Sightseeing Cruises
18-26
Quad Cities' Museum Week
July
1
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
9
Second Saturday - Twilight Sightseeing Cruises
August
5
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
6
Heartland British Auto Fest
11-13
Tug Fest
20
129's 5
th
Anniversary Party
27
Vettes on the River
September
2
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
10
Second Saturday - Twilight Sightseeing Cruises
17
Twilight Dinner Cruise with LeClaire Chamber of Commerce
October
7
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
8
Second Saturday - Twilight Sightseeing Cruises
9
Apple Fest
November
4
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
19
Trivia at Civic Center
26
Small Business Saturday
December
2
First Friday, 5:30-8pm
3
First Saturday
2-4 Christmas in LeClaire
