Illinois/Iowa Center for Independent Living

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to Friends of the IICIL!
Our office will be closed for the Holidays and reopen on January 5th!

12/15/2025

IICIL Staff, Marisa Cantú was a busy elf today as she spread Christmas Cheer. Her first stop was at the Project Search program in Bettendorf where she teaches Self Advocacy and Self Determination. They played some Christmas Games! Then she dropped in at Thurgood Marshall where she will be teaching the Early Transition Program. Ms. Crecelius set up lots of Christmas Crafts to take home as gifts for the students! And her Last stop was a Meet and Greet with the students at RIHS for the Early Transition Program!

12/11/2025

Please consider donating!

**Update: Please send all donations to Project NOW, Inc. using this link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/hKQjDQ?vid=1nk80c

The City of Rock Island Government and Project NOW, Inc. are opening an emergency shelter at the The Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center as dangerously low temperatures move into our community.

The shelter will be open from 9 PM Friday Dec 12 through 7 AM Monday Dec 15.

We are accepting donations on Friday December 12 ONLY from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM at 630 9th Street Rock Island.

Feel free to direct questions to (309) 520-2452.
Volunteers can also email: [email protected].

Items needed:
Socks and underwear
Sweat pants and sweat shirts
Body wipes
Hand warmers and feet warmers
Individually wrapped snacks
Soft granola bars
Raisins
Individually wrapped potato chips
Ramen noodle cups
Bottled water
Coffee grounds

Your support helps keep our neighbors safe and cared for during extreme cold. Thank you for lifting up our community.

12/03/2025

12/01/2025

Join The Arc for one of the most heartwarming events of the year, The Holiday Choir! 🎄
On December 7th, your attendance supports The Arc of the Quad Cities and our mission of giving individuals with disabilities opportunities to thrive.
Make sure to come by the Camden Centre in Milan, IL at 2:00 p.m. and enjoy the holiday festivities!

12/01/2025

We know there's almost a foot of snow on the ground and gardening is the last thing from your mind, but the next listening session on the proposed urban gardening ordinance is tomorrow (Monday) night! We are seeking your input during the Planning & Zoning Commission meeting Monday, Dec. 1st at 5:30 p.m. in council chambers on 3rd floor of City Hall. All are invited to attend. 🐓🌽

12/01/2025

🎄✨ The 2nd Ave. Holiday Market will be here before we know it! ✨🎄
Deck the Downtowns is bringing a full day of holiday magic to Downtown Rock Island — and you’re invited to experience it all.

📅 Sunday, December 7, 2025
⏰ 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 1700–1800 2nd Ave. & Schwiebert Riverfront Park
Learn more: bit.ly/47XmFWS

Get ready for a holiday celebration packed with festive fun:
🦌 Live reindeer exhibit in Arts Alley
🚂 Train rides for all ages along 2nd Ave.
🎁 Local vendors offering handmade gifts, treats & holiday goodies
🎄 Trees, wreaths & décor from Timber Lane Christmas Tree Farm
🎅 Photos with Santa at El Patron Mexican Restaurant and Bar
☕ Hot cocoa + drinks at The Iconic Event & Reception Venue
🥯 Blue Collar Bagels pop-up
🎶 Holiday tunes by vinyl collective Just Let Go
🏃‍♀️ Reindeer Ramble 5K Run/Walk at Schwiebert Park (register ahead!)

There’s something for everyone — families, shoppers, food lovers and anyone looking for a little extra holiday cheer.

Huge thanks to our sponsors for bringing this magic to life:
🎪 Valley Construction Co. • 🎄 GreenState Credit Union • 🖨️ Stecker Graphics • ❄️ Rock Island Rotary

12/01/2025

Hundreds of local families will receive a free ham this holiday season, through Hy-Vee and Hormel’s Hams for the Holidays initiative, according to a news release. Beginning at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec.…

12/01/2025

Have you dropped off your letter to Santa yet? 🎅

Moline Public Works has partnered with The Man in Red himself to make sure every letter gets safely delivered to the North Pole. The best part? Santa will read and write back to each child individually!

✨ MUST include your return address (so Santa knows where to send his letter)
✨ No stamp or return envelope required!
✨ Deadline: This coming Monday, December 1
✨ Drop-off Location: The festive red mailbox outside Moline Public Works (3635 4th Avenue)

Please turn in your letter by Monday, December 1, and Santa will start sending responses on Tuesday, December 2.

The City of Moline is always happy to carry on this sweet holiday tradition!

12/01/2025

Imagine never missing a call from family, friends, or your doctor, because you have a service built for you.💙

Illinois Relay makes that possible with free, 24/7 communication support for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-disabled. We provide the equipment. Your voice. Your words. Your connection.