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Xstream Cleanup Results, 2009

VOLUNTEERS CLEAN UP OVER 184,000 LBS OF DEBRIS QUAD CITIES—Volunteers at the sixth annual Xstream Cleanup on Saturday, August 22 removed 184,271 pounds of debris from area waterways and illegal dumping sites. Cleanups were held at 45 locations in Bettendorf, Davenport, Durant and LeClaire, Iowa; Campbell’s Island, East Moline, Hampton, Milan, Moline, Rock Island and Silvis, Illinois. 1,602 volunteers worked a total of 4,852.25 hours and collectively gathered 3,998 bags of trash, 4,239 tires, 18… Continue

Added by Carrie Carlstrom on August 31, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

Environmental Excellence Award for Waste Commission of Scott County

Quad City Times Iowa companies get environmental awards Story Discussion Charlotte Eby | Posted: Wednesday, July 29, 2009 10:35 pm | No Comments Posted Font Size: Default font size Larger font size DES MOINES - Gov. Chet Culver handed out awards Wednesday to 15 Iowa firms and entities that have shown environmental leadership with their practices. The Governor's Iowa Environmental Excellence Awards go to companies and organizations that have gone "above and beyond" to protect the environment.… Continue

Added by Carrie Carlstrom on July 31, 2009 at 7:53am — No Comments

The documentary on the historical event of establishing the first Small and Medium Forest Enterprise (SMFE) in India

The Government of India as a part of its state planning under the eleventh plan is promoting Small and Medium Enterprise to enhance the rural income and ensure rural development. National Afforestation and Eco-development Board as a working body of Ministry… Continue

Added by SUSANTA BISWAS on July 6, 2009 at 9:23am — No Comments

From the Quad City Times...

Recycling services: County commission looks for the public's views Story Discussion Kurt Allemeier | Posted: Monday, June 22, 2009 12:00 am | No Comments Posted Scott County Waste Commission summer employee Alison Michael, left, conducts a survey with Linda Jensen of Davenport at the recycling drop off site at West Lake Park in Scott County on Thursday June 18, 2009. A previous survey showed a need for expansion at the site. (Larry Fisher/QUAD-CITY TIMES Two interns with the Scott County Waste… Continue

Added by Carrie Carlstrom on June 22, 2009 at 9:50am — No Comments

QUAD CITY ENVIRO-KIDS PROGRAM—SATURDAYS THIS SUMMER!

Quad City area children entering 3rd-5th grade this fall are invited to attend Enviro-Kids, a brand new environmental education program that will meet five Saturdays throughout the summer and end with a Friday night family camp-out in August. “The purpose of Enviro-Kids is to teach youth all the ways they can have fun while being outdoors,” said Paula Mullin, education specialist for the iLivehere program. The idea for the program stems from a similar program in Clinton County, Mullin said. “T… Continue

Added by Erin Robinson on May 27, 2009 at 9:18am — No Comments

Trying to buy a moped

Anyone have one? I'm trying to SAVE THE PLANET one moped at a time. Seriously though, if you have a moped or a scooter, I'll probably buy it. I like older models and Vespa's are SWIZEET. WOOT WOOT. If you give me a sweet price, I'll throw in a Deer Mug...free of charge.

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Added by Frank Otero on April 16, 2009 at 11:48am — No Comments

Relay For Life

American Cancer Society 13th Annual Relay For Life May 29, 2009 5:00p.m. – 5:00a.m. Brady Street Stadium Davenport, IA You are invited! Join us at Brady Street Stadium, Friday, May 29, 2009 at 6:00p.m. for the opening ceremony. Form a team of 8-15 people to fight back against this disease. A live auction will follow at 6:30p.m, and a silent auction will go until 10:00p.m. This year’s auction includes woodcarving items from local chainsaw carvers and many wonderful silent auction items. Relay f… Continue

Added by Gary Kimler on March 25, 2009 at 1:50pm — No Comments

Electronic Recycling

Free E-Waste Offer Creates Stockpile Updated: Jan 9, 2009 04:08 PM CST Inside KWQC.com Free E-Waste Recycling In Scott & Rock Island Counties Did you get a new TV for Christmas? Apparently you are not alone. The Waste Commission of Scott County is getting an unprecedented amount of electronic waste, as people get rid of their old TVs. Since December 22nd, they've had more than 66,000 pounds of electronic junk turned in. That's almost 3 times what they got last year. About 26,00… Continue

Added by Carrie Carlstrom on January 12, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

New enhancements at iLivehere Online

It's been a while since I've meddled with the structure of our little online community, but I've been lurking and watching the activity and - after conversations with Kathy, Erin and Paula, I've moved ahead with a few enhancements that I think will help make things more interesting for everyone down the road. Here's a summary of what's new ... 1. A new "look" - the green and earth tone template was starting to drive me batty. Not only is it hard for a colorblind person like me to appreciate th… Continue

Added by Mike Bawden on July 20, 2008 at 9:19am — No Comments

Radical Radisher!

Hey, y'all -- hit the current issue of The Radish to check out my column on train travel: http://www.radishmagazine.com/ Some folks says it's good, others says it ain't. You be the judge! Continue

Added by Hector on July 15, 2008 at 10:13pm — No Comments

Quarry Clean UP

CLEAN UP CROW CREEK QUARRY "Clean Up The Crow Creek Park Quarry" is scheduled for Saturday, July 26, 10:00 a.m. Both certified divers and non-divers that wish to help, MUST register and fill out a liability release form. NOTE: All divers must have C-Card and D.A.N. Insurance! Any non certified divers are also welcome to help. They will be cleaning the surrounding area around the quarry and the person on the surface who has the biggest trash pile will also receive a prize. Scuba Adventures QCA In… Continue

Added by Gary Kimler on July 13, 2008 at 10:13pm — 2 Comments

From a speech by George Bernard Shaw

This is the true joy in life: Being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one, being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances, complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the whole community and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it what I can. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment and I want to make it burn as brightl… Continue

Added by Eric Mitten on May 24, 2008 at 12:59pm — 1 Comment

Be a friend to someone.

Okay guys, this is called a social network for a reason. That's right, we're supposed to be social with one another. That means we engage each other by asking questions, debating items of interest, sharing photos ... and more. That's right, sometime this summer, I fully expect groups of iLivehere Online members to get together for clean-up or beautification activities. Or maybe to take in a class or a movie. Or maybe just to get together to have a good time with new friends. One of the cool t… Continue

Added by Mike Bawden on May 22, 2008 at 2:25pm — No Comments

Don't be a nobody ... upload a profile picture.

Heard from one of our community members today. She said she was having problems uploading a profile picture. From the looks of things, it appears a number of our members are experiencing similar problems, so here are instructions on how to upload a profile picture "after the fact" - meaning after you've created your profile: 1. Click on the "My Photo" link in your profile box located at the top of the left side bar of your profile page. 2. This will lead to your account settings page which wil… Continue

Added by Mike Bawden on May 15, 2008 at 2:00pm — No Comments

I knew being green was "hot" - but now it's "fashionable", too.

From CNN's web site ... Eco-fashion: Transforming trash into treasures

It's a fun story about how fashion designers are using litter and industrial waste to create trendy tote bags, purses and jewelry. The co-founde… Continue

Added by Mike Bawden on May 13, 2008 at 8:44am — No Comments

Padding

I was thinking about walking down to the local Target and grabbing a cup of coffee last week when the weather turned nice. Then I thought back to the last time I made that trek on foot and decided to brew a cup at home then walk around the pond in Prospect Park instead. The walk from our house to Target isn't so bad for the first 3/4 mile. The roads have no sidewalks, but since the traffic is relatively light, so padding along the shoulder is not that big a deal. Until I get to 7th Street. Sudde… Continue

Added by Mark on May 6, 2008 at 4:32pm — 1 Comment

Pedaling

The Augustana Global Action group is showing a movie next week about Critical Mass: > In celebration of Bike to Work Week May 10-16 > Join Global Affect and the Quad Cities Transportation Advocacy Group for a special screening of > You Never Bike Alone > This newly-released documentary tracks the developement of Critical Mass rides in Vancouver, Canada. -- "The cycling phenomenon known as Critical Mass is a reclamation of public space that started in San Francisco i… Continue

Added by Mark on May 6, 2008 at 10:30am — 1 Comment

Train party!!

The QC Rail Coalition is one year old now, and the anniversary party will roughly coincide with whatever they're calling the Official National Celebrate Rail Because It's Unspeakably Cool holiday. It's hard to think that whoever sets these sorts of things takes this one too seriously, because it's also roughly the same as Mother's Day and the beginning of Military Appreciation Week. So the Rail Coalition is having its party on May 19. EVERYONE who is a rail booster is welcome, and I don't believ… Continue

Added by Hector on May 5, 2008 at 5:16pm — No Comments

Here's an easy way to invite friends to iLivehere ...

All you have to do is copy and past the following signature copy into your e-mail signature block and you'll send an invitation to everyone you e-mail: Join iLivehereonline - an online community that encourages people to take care of their own corner of the world. It's fun, informative and free! Just click here to sign up. Continue

Added by Mike Bawden on May 5, 2008 at 8:30am — No Comments

Going Green

It's kind of the "in" thing right now to Go Green, which is probably the best fad to ever happen. Hopefully it lasts. One of my friends and idols Martin Sexton has turned his whole life including his touring routine into a full on Green experience. Here's a wonderful website devoted to making things Green and a great article about how Martin Sexton is trying to help the environment as much as he can.

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Added by Frank Otero on May 1, 2008 at 1:49pm — 1 Comment