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  The  Vander Veer Conservatory  at 215 W. Central Ave. in Davenport, Iowa presents their popular Poinsettia and Lights display until January 13.    Also available to admire are the outdoor lights in the park that can be seen after dark every night during the extended hours that run from 7 p.m. on the following dates: December 3, 10, and 17.  Also among the free events to experience in the Quad Cities is a festive light show at the  Fejervary Learning Center . The park and watch holiday light show is a free show that last approximately 15 minutes. New shows start every 30 minutes beginning at 5 p.m. from November 26 through January 8 at 1800 W. 12th St., Davenport, Iowa.  Works from students at Davenport's Creative Arts Academy create a spectacular lighted Advent calendar at the  German American Heritage Center . Located at 712 W. 2nd Street, Davenport, each night is unique as a new window is lit up each night starting on December 1-24. ...

Seeking something special to do this holiday season? Strawbale Winery is once again hosting a series of romantic Twilight Flights this December. This is a delightful way to share sometime with friends and family and sample fine wine and appetizers before taking a spectacular helicopter ride over Sioux Falls to see the holiday lights at Falls Park. The eco-friendly Strawbale Winery is a unique winery constructed of strawbales. The use of strawbales helps the Strawbale Winery reduce the energy use and provides a controlled environment within the cellars and caves for storing their wine. During your visit you're invited to sample the Strawbale Winery delightful wines, which are a blend of red and white cold-hardy grape varietals that include La Cresent, Prarie Star, Frontenac, Kay Gray, Frontenac Gris, and Valiant. The combination creates a wine that is unique among South Dakota wines. And, the Strawbale Winery is also known for the wonderful fruit and honey wines t...