"Poor Economics"
new highly relevant guide in a world where problems of inequality are becoming overriding, the book has the potential for the greatest impact as described by the judges who choose this book as the 2011 Financial Times and Goldman Sachs Business Book of the Year.

Written by co-authors Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo, two MIT professors who are part of  a group known as Randomistas

this book has stirred up controversy. Its evidence-based approach is being seen as a method to bridge the gap between the two sides of development over the value of  aid. Opening questions on how to measure the impacts of  interventions, the book provides a real basis for innovation in policy and innovation in government

Copies of  news coverage and reviews will be available in addition to a few copies of the book.

November 10th. 2011
7.00 p.m
Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Avenue. Moline. Illinois.

light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.
The event is free and open to the public.
doors open at 6.30

Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by

“ The Beautiful Story”

An original article written and presented
by
Roger Farinha

A presentation on the history of Creation, starting with the Trinitarian dynamic of  God, up to the point of God’s Incarnation in Christ. 

Roger Farinha was born in British Guyana in 1971 and immigrated with his family to the US at the age of 9 years. He became a naturalized citizen in New York at the age of 16, and went on to earn a Bachelors in the History of Modern philosophy, and a masters of Liberal Studies through Fordham University. Most recently, Farinha spent six years as a big-rig trucker, talking to his fellow Americans as a part of his book writing project, the manuscript of which is entitled The New Walden; and the conclusion of which heralded an economic justice message which flowered into his most recent organizing activities in the Quad Cities in the Occupy Wall Street spirit.

November 3rd 2011
At
7.00 p.m.

The Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Avenue.  Moline. Illinois
light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.

The event is free and open to the public.
doors open at 6.30

Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd. a 501(c)3 at state and federal level since 1996.

A Behind the Scene Look at the Asian Carp

October 27th.. 2011
2nd Floor of the Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Avenue. Moline. Illinois.

by
Michael Grady

Export Manager at Schafer Fisheries, Thompson, Illinois,
will present why the newest species of carp in America is the most misunderstood fish in America. 
Denigrated as inferior and invasive by the media, the Asian carps are in fact delicious, nutritious and an excellent low calorie alternative to hamburger in the American diet.

7.00 p.m.
The Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Ave. Moline.

Independent Scholars Evenings

Ms. Iowa American Code:
Monica Lacovitch
will talk on
Depression and Suicide Awareness.

October 13th, 2011
at 7:00pm
Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Ave
Moline, IL

Monica moved to Davenport, IA from Lexington, KY late September 2009 looking to start over and find a new job after the suggestion from an old college friend who lived in the area.
She currently promotes the platforms of Depression and Suicide Awareness and Leukemia and Lymphona Society in which she is the Quad Cities Honorary walk chair for this year's walk.
She personally has dealt with Depression and mental illness after losing her dad to Leukemia in December of 2004. Monica is now a full time legal secretary for Katz, Huntoon & Fieweger, P.C. in Moline.
In her free time she works on pursuing the dream of becoming a commercial/print model and recently test 'shooted' with a scout/photographer from FORD model NYC. Monica hopes something will become of this marvelous oppourunity she was given. You can read more a bout Monica on her blog http://missky4life.blogspot.com/

Monical Lacovitch Ms. Iowa America Coed
Will be competing for the national title of Ms. America Coed the week of Thanksgiving November 21-26th. National Miss American Pagenants encourage and reinforce the confidence and natural beauty that is within each girl. For more information on this pageant go to www.gocoed.com

light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.
The event is free and open to the public.
doors open at 6.30

Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by

Independent Scholars Evenings

“ Social Media: The Big Disappointment: IF you follow the rules.”

By
Scott Klarkowski

Advocate for entrepreneurs and small business.

Scott has 5 years of full time social media strategy experience.

His company: The Klark Agency focus on individualized social media marketing strategy.  His email: scott@klarkagency.com

Oct 6th.2011
2nd Floor of  the Moline Commercial Club

1530 Fifth Avenue.  Moline. Illinois.
7.00 p.m.
second floor of
The Moline Club
1530 Fifth Ave. Moline.
309-762-8547 for the Moline Club
309-762-9202 for The Institute.

light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.

The event is free and open to the public.

doors open at 6.30

Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd. a 501(c)3 at state and federal level since 1996

Independent Scholars Evenings

The Transition from the 6th. Day to the 6th. Night: of the Mayan calendar.

Romance – South of France to Renaissance- North of Italy.

September 22nd. 2011
by
Michael Rosenthal

Presenter Michael Rosenthal has completed extensive graduate work in 
theology, philosophy and psychology

at the St. Paul Seminary and the University of Iowa and Western Illinois University.

7.00 p.m.
doors open at 6.30 p.m.
2nd Floor of the Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Avenue. Moline. Illinois.

September 15th, 2011

"America the Resilient"

Independent Scholars' Evening:

Narveen Aryaputri will discuss her new essay on the current resilience of American as seen in our society and in our thinking.

Narveen is an essayist with a background in English Literature and in Education. She is the president and founder of  The Institute for Cultural and Healing Traditions, Ltd. In our area she has completed the restoration of  the historic Moline Commercial Club as well as the Spencer House in Rock Island, making it a Landmark. She is building up her career is in visual art, using the medium of  oil on canvas and gauche on paper, slowly continuing its work between the work of  the Institute.

7:00pm
second floor of
The Moline Commercial Club
1530 Fifth Ave.
Moline, IL

309-762-9202 for The Institute. www.qcinstitute.org

light refreshments, wine and beverages are served.
The event is free and open to the public.
doors open at 6.30

Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by

Summer Break!

During the summer we are working on the Go Loopy Art bus and tour. We are also working on the Herb and Spice food plate.

Independent Scholars' Evenings:
all ISE are held at 1530 Fifth Ave, Moline on the 2nd floor of the  Moline Commercial Club at 7.00 p.m. Doors open at 6.30p.m.

June 23rd. 2011
:‘60s night John Brady and Michael Rosenthal.

 Music on the guitar and on the harmonica from the “Beatle Bible” by John Brady, Artist.
 Discussion of  the ‘60s and the expansion of  Consciousness.  Special connections with our current explorations of  the 2012 evolution to  Higher Consciousness will be lead by Michael Rosenthal, Independent Scholar.
Please bring your ‘60s memorabilia and, if you wish, come dress  ‘60s

Presenter John Brady is an Art Therapist. He works with people with health care field of  Art, Music and Wholistic healing. He is a Home Care giver working with the Henry County health department.  John grew up in the ‘60s, always loved the Beatles and folk music and artwork. He learnt his music from Mark Smith, Musican, and he is a professional artist. 
Presenter Michael Rosenthal has completed extensive graduate work in  
theology,philosophy and psychology at the St. Paul Seminary and the University  of Iowa.  He studied for the Diocese of Davenport in his youth.

 June 16th. 2011 ISE.
" Life on the Mississippi - The New Millennium"

Readings from the manuscript kept at The Institute where scholars and co-learners make entires about what it is like to live along the Mississippi  

Open forum for regular discussions for those who are not making entries in the manuscript. 

June 9th. 2011 :
List  of  Derogatory Words  in 2011 First session in compiling the list .

The Independent Scholars are collecting derogatory words to be compiled in a list held in the library at The Institute as well as circulated on the internet. These are the words being used, at this time, in our social history, and words which are to be generally avoided, since they can be taken as humiliating, hostile and derogatory or ‘fighting’  words to the listener.

These words are also very revealing, reflecting the underlying prejudices and bias that weave in all societies and cultures.

Please bring in your personal lists of  words you consider derogatory. 

You can also access this list on our QC Institute Independent Scholars on LinkedIn.
We will continue to expand it as our Independent Scholars bring in their contributions.

JUNE 2nd. 2011 
"The Secret of the Universe" by Jeremy Stride

for the ISE, we are showing a special video about the genius behind Coral Castle.
Video:

The ancient secrets of antigravity are revealed as the result of an in depth study - clues left by Edward Leedskalnin at Coral Castle, and the Freemasons Lodge (Grand Masonic Lodge) at Philadelphia. The Golden Ratio (Phi), or the Golden Section, and it's relationship to Prime Numbers, Prime Quadruplets, and the Pyramid Shape with an angle of 51.83 degrees is revealed for the first time! The formerly hidden secrets of anti-gravity and magnetism are here. The Star of David hexagram is a key as well, along with the number 144. Learn how the ancient megaliths of the world were really constructed.

May 19th. 2011: 
Overcoming Mental Illness in Today’s World  by Jennifer Sergeant

Jennifer, a local musician and author of an upcoming book on the topic of mental illness, will speak about the pitfalls and possible causes of mental illness in today’s society and the various ways in which they are being treated and can be overcome. 

May 12th. 2011:
Reading of  poetry and writings of  mystical saints of various traditions, contemporary poets and scriptures regarding the power and contemplation of faith, gratitude, and thanksgiving with sharing.  By Judith Lee.

Judith Lee is an environmental planner who has lived in the Quad Cities since 1993. She is an avid spiritual seeker and has much to be grateful for. She wants to share the gifts of gratitude with you.

April 28th. 2011:  2012:
Apocalypse or Enlightenment?  An introduction to the cultural phenomenon of  December 21st 2012.  by Michael Rosenthal.

Presenter Michael Rosenthal has completed extensive graduate work in  
theology, philosophy and psychology at the St. Paul Seminary and the University  of Iowa.  He studied for the Diocese of Davenport in his youth.

Independent Scholars' Evenings are sponsored by