Many of us are familiar with John Looney, the attorney who controlled gambling, guns and illegal liquor and prostitution in the area during the early decades of the 20th century. But how familiar are you with Helen Van Dale and her businesses known as “resorts?” The blog team from the Richardson-Sloan Special Collections Center at the Davenport Public Library will unveil the twists and turns of her fascinating life story during a History Series presentation at the Hauberg Estate.

Please join us on Thursday, February 13th at 7pm for this fun and informative program that is part of the Rock Island History Series. General Admission is $5. There is no charge for members of Friends of Hauberg or Rock Island Preservation Society. This is also a great opportunity to join or renew your membership in either, or both, organizations.