In response to Saturday's severe weather, the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities Area is ensuring that the immediate needs of disaster victims are being met.

A warming center continues to remain open at the Davenport YMCA, 2nd & Gaines Sts, Davenport, IA.

A shelter is currently open at the Cambridge Fire Dept, 417 E Court St, Cambridge, IL

A warming center opened today (Feb 26) at Noon at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1001 - 9th St, Orion, IL.

A warming center is open at Bethel Baptist Church, 27308 - 108th Ave N, Port Byron, IL.

A warming center is open at the Aledo VFW, 106 SW 3rd Ave, Aledo, IL.

A warming center is open at the Sherrard Fire Dept, Sherrard, IL.

The Red Cross is providing 50 cots for Arrowhead Ranch, which is currently still without power.

A warming center is open at the Letts Fire Dept, Letts, IA.

A warming center is open at Solid Rock Baptist Church, 14041 Locust St, Wapello, IA.

A warming center is open at the United Methodist Church, Columbus Jct, IA.

A warming center is open at MCSA, 312 - 1st Ave, Muscatine, IA.

Residents of Wilton, IA, are encouraged to contact City Hall (563-732-2115) if they are in need.

A warming center is open at the Reynolds United Methodist Church, W. Edgington St, Reynolds, IL.

Celebrate Fat Tuesday by sampling some of the best Cajun cuisine in the Quad Cities! Heart of America Restaurants & Inns has partnered with the American Red Cross of the Quad Cities Area to host the Mardi Gras Rajun Cajun Fest on Fat Tuesday, February 20, 2007 from 5pm until 7pm at Thunder Bay Grille, Davenport.  Local chefs will be creating Cajun style appetizers, entrees and desserts as they compete for the coveted People's Choice Award and Judge's Choice Award.

Chefs from Bent River Brewing Co., Biaggi's, Blue Cat Brew Pub, The Button Factory, The Captain's Table, Farraday's, Froehlich's, Iowa Machine Shed, Johnny's Italian Steakhouse, Overtime Sports Bar & Grill, The Lodge, Thunder Bay Grille and Trapper's Creek will be participating.

Travel back in time at the Elkader Opera House on Monday, February 12, 7:30
p.m., with the boisterous fun of America's only Victorian magic-lantern show.
The show is an authentic 1890s visual extravaganza projected on a full-sized
screen - the kind of show that led to the movies! Valentine stories, animated
comedy, and songs -all dramatized on screen by a live showman and
singer/pianist. The audience participates in the fun, creating sound effects,
and joining in chants and sing-alongs.

For 12 years, The American Magic-Lantern Theater has delighted audiences
from Lincoln Center to Singapore. National Public Radio says, "It's an
incredible experience...Don't miss them. They're a living national treasure"!
For adults and children ages six and up. Tickets $6 and $4.
Stop in at the box office 1-4 p.m., or call: (563) 245 2098 or (563) 873 2378
Email: operahouse@alpinecom.net or tickets@icsbbs.com . Visit:
www.elkaderoperahouse.com

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