Golden Scholars
Co-sponsored with the QC Plus 60 Club.
The Tail that Wagged the Dog: Story of the Bettendorf Car Company
The story of the Rock Island Lines may be more romantic and famous than the history of the Bettendorf Car Company, but that company’s role in the development of American railroads was every bit as important. It is also the story of an American success and an American failure as it grew to 10,000 employees in less than ten years, and on to bankruptcy in 35 years. Along the way, it molded an entire town to suit its own needs. Join Roald Tweet for this fascinating piece of Quad Cities history.
Date: Wednesday, Apr. 18
Location: The Lodge, I-74 and Spruce Hills Drive, Bettendorf, IA
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.
Program: 12:15 p.m.
Fee: $18.50
Refunds: Available until Apr. 12
Handicap: Handicap accessible
CRN: 11744
The “Little House” Series Comes Alive
Take a visit back in time and see Laura Ingalls Wilder come to life as Marie Tschopp shares tales from the life and works of this beloved author. You will laugh as Marie describes Grandpa’s adventure with a pig on a sled, cheer when Laura gets even with Nellie, and despair at the destruction of pa’s crop of wheat. With anecdotes from Laura’s books as well as selections from speeches and letters written by Laura herself, you will discover why Laura said “The real things haven’t changed; they can never change.” A professional storyteller since 1991, Marie has told across country to audiences in Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, and Virginia.
Date: Wednesday, May 16
Location: HomeRidge Inn & Suites, (formerly Holiday Inn)
900 Middle Rd at I-74, Bettendorf, IA
Lunch: 11:30 a.m.
Program: 12:15 p.m.
Fee: $18.50
Refunds: Available until May 10
Handicap: Handicap Accessible
CRN: 11745
