Member Recommended News
How can you post a news announcement? Simply go to the "Member Center," log in with your Women's Connection User ID and Password, go to "Member Recommendations," then click on "Post News." It's that easy! All news announcements will be sent out in the weekly Networking e-blast, distributed to Women's Connection's 850 members. Questions? Call (309)631-0167.
Women's Connection Member Michele Jamison of Begin Again Fit For Life is offering Women's Connection members a "6 Pack," three personal training sessions + three classes for $240. Test drive Baffl today. For more information contact info@beginagainfitforlife.com.
Posted By: Michele Jamison
Women's Connection Member Michele Jamison of Begin Again Fit For Life announces the all new Personal Training Studio & Wellness Center is opening May 26. Their new location is at 4653 44th Street in Rock Island. Personal training, cardio classes, nutrition coaching and more! Call (563)484-0239 for more information.
Posted By: Michele Jamison
Need some motivation to get in shape for the summer? Check out Women's Connection Member Anh Nguyen’s blog, fitfoodiepharmacist.com, for tasty healthy recipes, weight loss articles, nutrition information, and motivational videos. Follow her progress as she prepares for her first natural bodybuilding competition in July. Questions? Call (908)246-6240.
Posted By: Anh Thu Nguyen
Women's Connection Member Andrea Schelin from Trinity Regional Health System announces the 2012 Komen Quad Cities Race for the Cure will be held on June 9, and they need your help! All volunteers will receive a special Race for the Cure volunteer t-shirt. If interested, please visit the Komen Quad Cities webpage at http://www.komenquadcities.org/ to register to become a volunteer and select the volunteer shifts that you are willing to work. Please note that if you select multiple shifts, you will be scheduled for multiple shifts so please only indicate the shifts that you are willing to commit to working. Make sure you review your information on the confirmation page and scroll to the bottom and click on "complete registration". If you have any questions call (563)421-2873 or email volunteers@komenquadcities.org.
Posted By: Andrea Schelin
Women's Connection Member Jennifer Prinz announces St. Ambrose is offering a 3-day workshop on Managing Project Communication on June 5-7. Project managers must be able to communicate accurately and persuasively with people at all organizational levels. This course looks at the various communication skills needed to succeed in your projects. For more information, call (563)333-5723 or email PD@sau.edu.
Posted By: Jennifer Prinz
Have you ever wanted to start a blog or learn about social media? Women's Connection member Cassie Boorn is giving everyone the opportunity to pick her brain during an interactive one hour session. For more information, visit http://cassieboorn.com/2012/05/help-me-help-you/.
Posted By: Cassie Boorn
Women's Connection Member Jenny Hager invites you to come and support the programs and services of Bethany for Children & Families. The Running Wild's "Wild 5" 5K Run/Walk race begins in the Gold's Gym parking lot at 8 a.m. Cost is $25. Register online at http://tinyurl.com/wild5. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Katie at knelson@bethany-qc.org.
Posted By: Jennifer Hager
Women's Connection Member Peggy Dykes invites you to the Dig and Divide Plant sale, May 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 875 Tanglefoot Lane, Bettendorf. The plant sale will featuring perennials grown by master gardeners. There is a good variety of plants and expert advice is available for finding the right plant for your garden. Questions? Call (563)505-7778.
Posted By: Peggy Dykes
Women's Connection Member Marybeth Guy is pleased to announce that she is now working for an amazingly fun company called Muzak. Muzak is the global leader in sight, sound, scent and touch technologies and can help you brand your company so that your customers remember today's experience tomorrow. For more information visit www.muzak.com.
Posted By: Marybeth Guy
Women's Connection Member Ginny Wilson-Peters invites you to attend the Quad City Leadership Academy Graduation Ceremony, May 23, 3:30 - 6 p.m. RSVP to Becky Lorentzen at BLorentzen@IntegrityIntegrated.com or (563)359-1099 by May 17 to attend.
Posted By: Chelsea Hillman
Women's Connection Member Ginny Wilson-Peters invites you to join Integrity Integrated for a Conversations & Connections leadership luncheon on the topic of "Strengths Based Leadership," May 24. For more information, contact Becky at (563)359-1099 or blorentzen@integrityintegrated.com.
Posted By: Chelsea Hillman
Women's Connection Member Essie Green invites you to save the date for the 27th Annual Juneteenth Festival, June 23. United Neighbors is accepting donations for this event. The festival features history and activities for the family. For more information, call Dr Ida Johnson (563)322-7363 or visit their website at www.qcjuneteenth.com.
Posted By: Essie Green
Need some motivation to get in shape for the summer? Check out Women's Connection Member Anh Nguyen’s blog, fitfoodiepharmacist.com, for tasty healthy recipes, weight loss articles, nutrition information, and motivational videos. Follow her progress as she prepares for her first natural bodybuilding competition in July. Questions? Call (908)246-6240.
Posted By: Anh Thu Nguyen
Women's Connection Member Dr. Kathleen Ruebbelke from Real Health Chiropractic announces she has serving the local community with her knowledge and talent for 26 years! She is also proud to celebrate Real Health Chiropractic's 10 Year Anniversary. Dr. Kathleen Ruebbelke is now accepting new patients. Call (309)797-9777 to schedule an appointment.
Posted By: Dr. Kathleen Ruebbelke
Women's Connection Member invites you to Join the Real Health Chiropractic Heart Walk Team on May 19 Help support the American Heart Association by walking a 1 or 3mile course. A great way for the family to exercise help the community. We have 26 members and counting! Visit www.heartwalk.org or "Like" us on Facebook.
Posted By: Dr. Kathleen Ruebbelke
Women's Connection Member Diane Gelaude from Blue Horizon Travel announces they have only eight seats left on our magical 12 day journey through Ireland. Tour dates: August 30 - September 10. Experience the charm of both Southern and Northern Ireland at a leisurely pace with Diane and Blue Horizon Travel. Call (309) 526-3499. Full details can be found at www.bluehorizon.net.
Posted By: Diane Gelaude
Women's Connection Member Pamela Fisher announces Two Rivers Massage is offering a wonderful Mother's Day Package: One-hour relaxation massage and a spa pedicure for only $75. Visit their Moline office, call (309)797-3529 or visit http://www.tworiversmassage.com/momsday.shtml. Spa parties and couples massages are available too!
Posted By: Pamela Fisher
Women's Connection Member Sandy Seeley-Copley, from Queen's Parlour, announces with Mother's Day around the corner gift certificates are always the right size. Queens Parlour invites all Women's Connection members to call (309)797-1160 or to stop by for any last minute shopping.
Posted By: Sandra Seeley-Copley
Women's Connection Member Joan Fiame, Owner of Realm Wellness Spa in downtown Rock Island has an attractive and inviting nail salon space available for a certified nail technician to rent and operate their own business. For more information, call (309)786-9355.
Posted By: Joan Fiame
Women's Connection Member Susan Collins announces the 2012 David R. Collins Writers' Conference, June 28-30, St. Ambrose University. Three day workshops on novels, poetry, literary collage, memoir, very short fiction and more. This year will feature a book fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Visit www.midwestwritingcenter.org for more information.
Posted By: Susan Collins
Women's Connection Member Susan Collins announces Young Emerging Writers Middle School Writing Camp, July 23-27, meets 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. This camp is for students entering 7th, 8th or 9th grade. Cost is $75 and includes a free book and one year membership. Go to www.midwestwritingcenter.org or call (563)324-1410 for more information.
Posted By: Susan Collins
Women's Connection Member Kathy Riley announces a free seminar, May 14, 6-8 p.m., Butterworth Center, Moline. Greg Aguilar, Director of Multicultural Services Augustana College will be presenting "Leading & Serving in Diverse Communities." Reservations required. For more information contact Kathy Riley at (309)786-2705 or kriley@qcmetrolink.com.
Posted By: Kathleen Riley
Women's Connection Member Ginny Wilson-Peters invites you to attend the Quad City Leadership Academy Graduation Ceremony, May 23, 3:30 - 6 p.m. RSVP to Becky Lorentzen at BLorentzen@IntegrityIntegrated.com or (563)359-1099 by May 14 to attend this free event honoring the 2012 graduates.
Posted By: Chelsea Hillman
Women's Connection Member Jen DeBuhr is hosting a Business Launch for Rodan+Fields Dermatologists (creators of Proactiv), May 15, 6:30 p.m., Davenport Country Club. RSVP Required. The product lines are anti-age, reverse, soothe and unblemish. For more information, visit https://jendebuhr.myrandf.biz or facebook.com/jendebuhrmyrandf.
Posted By: Jen DeBuhr, Rodan+Fields Dermatologists Independent Consultant
Women's Connection Member Sandra Seeley-Copley and Peggy Busch from Queen's PArlour welcome Tahwnee Spencer as a new Stylist. Help them welcome Tahwnee to the Quad-Cities by making an appointment with Tahwnee and receive a free Biominoil treatment. Call (309)797-1160.
Posted By: Sandra Seeley-Copley
Women's Connection Member Dr. Jill Bjerke announces that Cut the Clutter Co. is doing its part to make the Quad Cities clean and “green,” one garage at a time with our Facebook contest (https://www.facebook.com/events/266622183425977/). Don’t want to participate in the contest, but want to reclaim your garage? You can still be eligible for a discount on their services by forwarding a photo of your garage to us. Send your photo to cuttheclutterco@gmail.com.
Posted By: Jill Bjerke
Women's Connection Member Michele Jamison of Begin Again Fit For Life is offering Women's Connection members a "6 Pack," three personal training sessions + three classes for $240. Test drive Baffl today. For more information contact info@beginagainfitforlife.com.
Posted By: Michele Jamison
Women's Connection Member Michele Jamison of Begin Again Fit For Life announces the all new Training Studio & Wellness Center is opening in June! Begin Again Fit For Life Training Studio & Wellness Center will be located at 4653 44th Street in Rock Island. Personal training, cardio classes, nutrition coaching, life coaching, yoga and thai yoga therapy available.
Posted By: Michele Jamison
Women's Connection Member Joedy Cook announces Ballet Quad Cities season will end with one of the most beloved fairy tales of all time, The Sleeping Beauty, May 19, 1 p.m. & 7 p.m. at the Adler Theatre. Join them for a magical performance with princesses, fairies and beautiful court dancers. For more info go to www.balletquadcities.com or call (309)786-3779.
Posted By: Joedy Cook
Women's Connection Member Ellen Clow is offering all Women's Connection members a special discount for the upbeat comedy "Spreading it Around" at Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse. Through June 9, simply mention Women's Connection when making your reservation and you will receive buy 1/get 1 free. Call (309)786-7733 or email www.circa21.com.
Posted By: Ellen Clow
Women's Connection Member Lu Ann Schieferdecker announces her business, Lu Ann Specialties, won an entrepreneurial competition on April 17 hosted by the Economic Development Partnerships of Henry and Stark counties, U of Illinois Extension and local businesses. Lu Ann Specialties sources locally made foods and goods for corporate and individual gifts. Lu Ann's prize in the retail category was $30,000 in cash and in-kind advertising. For more information on Lu Ann Specialties call (630)248-6334.
Posted By: Lu Ann Schieferdecker
Women's Connection Member Lisa Powell Williams announces the Moline Public Library is hosting Aresnal Appreciation Night, May 17, 6-8 p.m. It will be an evening of information, recognition and family fun for our service men and women, along with their families. For details, contact the library at reference@molinelibrary.org or (309)524-2473.
Posted By: Lisa Powell Williams
Have you ever wondered how you can make money blogging? Women's Connection Member Cassie Boorn is teaching a live e-course on how brands and bloggers create partnerships to make money from their sites. For more information, visit http://www.udemy.com/sponsorshipdeck/.
Posted By: Cassie Boorn
Looking to understand and learn project management better? Women's Connection Member Jennifer Prinz invites you to attend St. Ambrose University's upcoming core Project Management workshop, May 15 - 17. This course provides a project-ready tool kit for initiating, planning, monitoring, controlling, and closing-out projects well. For more information, visit www.sau.edu/pd.
Posted By: Jennifer Prinz
Women's Connection Member Linda Snyder from THE CROSSROADS Inspired Living in DeWitt encourages you to mark June 30 on your calendars for a bus trip to Trudi Temple's Illinois farm (author of "Trudi's Garden) & the Rockford Japanese Gardens. See www.crossroadsofdewitt.com for details.
Posted By: Linda Snyder
Do you know a woman creating change in your community? Women's Connection Member Jennifer Smyser invites you to reward a woman you know who’s doing just that. Up to $35,000 will be awarded to women who embody the dedication and spirit of volunteerism through L’Oréal’s Women of Worth program. The Women of Worth program celebrates women who see a need in their community and do something proactive about it. Nominate an amazing woman between now and May 31. Learn more about their stories and nominate a change maker from your own community today bu visiting http://www.womenofworth.com/nominations/home.aspx?utm_campaign=daily_good2&utm_medium=email_daily_good2&utm_source=followup_link&utm_content=Another%20GOOD%20Thing%3A%20Celebrate%20Women%20Who%20Make%20a%20Difference.
Posted By: Jennifer Smyser
Women's Connection Member Colleen Rafferty invites you to support Davenport Central’s Girls Learn International Club’s “Women of the World” Art Auction to benefit Girls’ Rights, May 5, 4 - 6 p.m. at the Red Box Design Studio, 602 Harrison St. Davenport. Proceeds will support students at Davenport Central’s partner school in Pakistan.
Posted By: Colleen Rafferty
Women's Connection Member Marcia Brandt of Results Marketing encourages you to attend Chick-Fil-A Leadercast, May 4. The choices we make each day have an impact beyond our own lives. There is less than one month left to register! Call Marcia at (563)322-2065 or visit www.qcleadercast.com.
Posted By: Marcia Brandt
Women’s Connection Members Kristi Crafton and Kathy Anderson invite you to participate in Lowes “Women’s Build Week” with Habitat for Humanity Quad Cities. Female volunteers will be helping to build a home on May 8, 10 and 12. There will be two shifts each day from 8 a.m.- Noon and 1–5 p.m. with lunch provided. Volunteers must pre-register by calling the office at (563)359-9066.
Posted By: Kristi Crafton
Royal Neighbors of America invites you to participate in Growing and Giving Together℠ on JOIN HANDS DAY, May 5. In an effort to support its vision of empowering women to achieve financial security and healthy lifestyles, Royal Neighbors is hosting gardening projects that will teach women to grow healthy, affordable food for their families. If you would like to participate in a Growing & Giving Togther℠ project, please contact Vickie at Vickie.Sedam@royalneighbors.org or at (309)732-8260. For more information, visit www.royalneighbors.org/JHD.
Posted By: Vickie Sedam
Women's Connection Member Karen hayes invites you to join her for the 2012 Great Strides Walk to cure Cystic Fibrosis, May 6, 10:30 a.m., Veteran's Memorial Park, Bettendorf. For more information about Cystic Fibrosis or to register for the walk, please visit www.cff.org.
Posted By: Karen Hayes
Women's Connection Member Mona Brantley, owner of Organize That, announces that three new presentations have been added to the line-up for Organize That: ADD Friendly Organizing for Students and Adults, Woman vs The Clock: How to Win the War Against Time, and 10 Organizing Traps to Avoid. Questions? Call (563)468-3601.
Posted By: Mona Brantley
Women's Connection Member Laura Swift invites you to Save the Date for the 2012 Family Resources "Honor the Women" luncheon on September 27. The luncheon will feature Anne Ream, founder of 'The Voices & Faces Project" and one of People Magazine's 'Heroes Among Us.' For information, call (563)468-2140.
Posted By: Laura Swift
Women's Connection Member Keely Byars invites you to donate your gently used purses to a great cause. Today through May 26 you can drop off your purses at any of the following locations. All proceeds go to to Newspapers in Education, a program that increases literacy and reading skills for Quad City kids.
Posted By: Keely Byars
Women's Connection Member Kathy Seeforth invites you to join her in Tampa, Florida for the "Let's Get WELLthy" event for women. The event takes place June 8-10. Four International speakers sharing about fitness, nutrition, living your passion and finding the love in your life. For more information call (563)650-8115.
Posted By: Kathy Seeforth
Women's Connection Member Deborah Wesenberg announces Swing Fore Kids Golf Outing, May 21, Oakwood Country Club. Proceeds from event benefit the Quad Cities YWCA youth scholarship programs, childcare center and the place2b for homeless youth. Cost is $75 per person or $300 per team. Call Jen at (309)788-3479 x 11 for more information.
Posted By: Deborah Wesenberg
Women's Connection Member Dr. Kathleen Ruebbelke announces Health Beings With Mom class, May 8, 10 a.m., Farm Bureau Plaza, Conference Room, 1601 52nd Ave, Suite 5, Moline. Daycare is provided. Call (309)797-9777 or visit www.realhealtchiropractic.com for more information.
Posted By: Dr. Kathleen Ruebbelke
Women's Connection Member Vicky Miller announce the 2012 Midwest Small Business Government Contracting Symposium, May 22-24, i Wireless Center. For more information visit www.ndia-ia-il.org.
Posted By: Vicky Miller
Women's Connection Member Lisa Powell Williams announces the Friends of the Moline Public Library are accepting donations of gently used quality books, magazines (within the last year) and media (DVDs, CDs, video games). There is particular need for current biographies, history books, mystery novel paperbacks and children’s books. Items may be dropped off during regular library hours at 3210 41st Street, Moline. For more information, call (309)524-2470.
Posted By: Lisa Powell Williams
Women's Connection Member Pam Ryerse of Radiant Health Imaging is excited to announce a new location here in the Quad Cities. Clinical thermography services are now being offered at Realm Wellness Spa in Rock Island. For those proactive about health prevention, learn more at radianthealthimaging.com.
Posted By: Pamela Ryerse
Women's Connection Member Stephanie Noyd announces Leadership Skills for Administrative Professionals, May 3, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., MRA Learning Center, Moline. Learn professional skills to be more effective in the workplace. Participants explore their individual communication style and ways to improve their communication, problem solving, and interpersonal skills. For more information, call (309)764-8354.
Posted By: Stephanie Noyd
Women's Connection Member Laurel Walker announces Skip-a-Long's 16th Annual Little Bogey's Golf Classic Fundraiser, May 14, 11 a.m., Indian Bluff Golf Course. Come enjoy lunch, a relaxing 18 holes, steak dinner and golfer gift to support quality child care Visit www.skip-a-long.org to register.
Posted By: Laurel Walker
Women's Connection Member Ann McGlynn announces Registration is now open for Girl Scout summer camp. Their camps provide girls a supportive, safe and fun environment to expand their horizons and try new things. To learn more, visit www.GirlScoutsToday.org.
Posted By: Ann McGlynn
To view Quad-City Times' Kay Luna's blog for "The Working Mom" go to http://workingmom.qctimes.com/. Also be sure to check out the Quad-City Times's "Get it Today" special by visiting http://qctimes.upickem.net/engine/Splash.aspx?contestid=16154
Posted By: Kay Luna