|
Calendar
July 31
This Saturday, celebrate the 4th all over again in Shullsburg! The rescheduled fireworks are on at 9:30p. There will be a kickball tournament, water volleyball tournament, sky divers and more!
July 31
Rotary Club of Dubuque's 11th annual "Rock 'n Soul Reunion on the River" is Saturday, July 31 at the Alliant Amphitheater. Coupe deVille-The Cadillac of Oldies is the featured evening attraction. Music 7p-10p. Food & Beverages available. No carry-ins allowed. Suggested donation $5 with proceeds to Operation We Care (Tri-State Disabled American Veterans).
July 31-Aug 1
Leisure Services is offering a Scuba Certification Part 1 class, Saturday, July 31 at Flora pool from 1p-9p, and Sunday, August 1, from 9a-5p. Call Leisure Services at 589-4263 for more info.
August - October
The Dubuque Regional Humane Society is one of just 50 shelters in the entire country that is competing in the ASPCA $100K Challenge to SAVE MORE LIVES.
Competing shelters have to save at least 300 more animals in August, September & October over the same period last year......the shelter that goes the farthest over 300 more lives saved wins the $100,000 grant.
August 1
The Tri-County Sportsmen of New Vienna are having a sweet corn boil on Sunday, August 1st, in the city park from 12-5:30. All are welcome to attend. Burgers and brats will also be served. For more info, call 563-590-5213.
July
The American Red Cross in Dubuque is seeking administrative volunteers to assist locally. This team would be responsible for general office work, support to accounting, and data entry. The goal is to have a team sharing the variety of duties. Supervision, orientation, and training will be provided. For more information, call 563-583-6451 ext. 301, or visit www.arcdbq.org.
July 26-August 6
Leisure Services is changing the times for the Evening Playground program to 5:30p-8:30p for the last 3 weeks, July 26-August 6. There is no evening program scheduled for Friday of the last week.
July/August
The Dubuque County Library is hosting it's final "Movie Monday". Popcorn will be served. You are welcome to bring your own drink with a lid and a blanket or pillow.
(Holy Cross) Aug. 2
The movie will begin at 1:00pm
June 4 - August 8
The Sinsinawa Book & Gift Gallery will feature the 5th annual Sinsinawa Mound Heritage Exhibit through Aug. 8. Sister Priscilla Wood, director of the Office of Arts and Cultural Heritage, has compiled an eclectic mix of pieces from the Sinsinawa Heritage Collection that have not been previously displayed in the gallery. For information about the Sinsinawa Book & Gift Gallery, contact Michelle Till at (608) 748-4411, ext. 849, or visit our Web site at www.sinsinawa.org.
July-August
Borders is hosting a book drive from July 20-August 31 to benefit the Carnegie Stout Public Library's Summer Reading program. They are collecting new children's paperback books purchased by customers. Visit Borders bookstore in the mall and ask how you can help get books into the hands of children.
August 3
The Bellevue Community Center is having a blood drive conducted by the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center on August 3rd, from 2:30 to 6:00. They are the sole provider of blood to Mercy and Finley in Dubuque, Jackson Co Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, and Mercy Medical Center in Clinton. They also supply blood to the University of Iowa Hospital. Just about everywhere patients were sent on July 4th. If you want to donate, let me know. They said to plan on 45 minutes for the procedure.
August 3
Carnegie-Stout Public Library's adult graphic novel discussion group will meet at 7pm on Tuesday, August 3, to discuss Scott Pilgrim's "Precious Little Life", the first volume of Bryan Lee O'Malley critically-acclaimed series. No registration is necessary. Call the Information Desk at (563) 589-4225, Option 4 for more info.
August 3
You're invited to a community event on Tuesday, August 3, called "National Night Out". It's at Comisky Park, from 5p-8p. There will be food and games for the kids! This is an event designed to strengthen our communities, and is a police/community partnership.
August 4
Leisure Services announced a City Wide Amateur Night at Allison Henderson Park on Wednesday, August 4, at 6:30p. Bring your blanket, and your talent and get in the fun! Call Park and Rec at 589-4263 for more info.
August 4
Bruce Bengtson of Madison, Wis., will be the featured
organist for the Aug. 4 concert at Sinsinawa Mound. The Summer Organ Concert series presents a free organ concert every Wednesday at 7pm throughout August. For more information, call (608) 748-4411, ext. 807, or visit www.sinsinawa.org.
August 5
Thursday, August 5, the American Red Cross will be a holding a blood drive in Farley, Iowa from 2 - 6 pm at the Farley Memorial Hall. All blood types are currently needed, especially type O negative.
August 5
Join the Rock River Communities at Beloit City Hall on Thursday August 5, from 6-8:30PM for a free rain garden workshop. Suzanne Wade, the Upper and Lower Rock River Basin Educator, will lead the group with information on planning a new rain garden and how to keep it growing strong all year long. The evening will also include a site visit to the newly installed rain garden at Beloit City Hall.
August 6
August 6 is the deadline for registration in the Fall Slow Pitch Softball Leagues with Leisure Services. Registration info is online at www.cityofdubuque.org, or call 589-4263.
August 6
Friday, August 6, you're invited to the 15th Annual Jamestown Park Fish Fry. It's a playground equipment fundraiser this time. Serving 4:30p - 8:30p, at the Jamestown Park Pavilion in Kieler. Adults are $8, kids 5-10 are $3.50.
August 6
Check out the Bellevue Horsemen's Club "Truck and Tracotr Pull" on Friday, August 6. Weigh-in starts at 5pm, with the pull at 6pm. $20 entry fee. For more info, call Dave Scheckel at 872-4934, or 599-4686.
August 6
Friday, August 6, is the Kickoff and Drawing Event for the first 24-Hour Theatre Project, hosted by Trainwreck Productions. They have put together a very unique competition, scheduled for August 6-7. Get a team together, and register now. Learn more by visiting www.trainwreckproductions.org
August 7
It's the 15th Annual Taste of Dubuque, in the Port of Dubuque, from 3p-11p on Saturday, August 7! Free Admission for Taste, but donations will be accepted, to benefit the Dubuque County Historical Society. Take advantage of shuttle service to the Port, and ride the Trolleys of Dubuque or the City of Dubuque trolleys one-way $1.00 per person, 12 & under no charge. Service 4pm to 11:00pm from the locations: 3rd & Main, 5th & Iowa and 7th & Iowa. There will be live music, local performances, kids games, and dozens of food vendors selling samples of their food!
August 7
The Mines of Spain will be holding a family program about it's history at the Junermann Frm, near the E.B. Lyons Center, on Saturday, August 7, from 10a - 12noon. This is a free event for all ages. For more info, call 556-0620, or log onto minesofspain.org
August 8
Don't miss the Colts "Music on the March 2", Sunday, August 8 at 7pm! Come out to Dalzell Field at Senior to see the Colt Cadets, Blue Devils, Raiders, Oregon Crusaders, Revolution, Racine Scouts, and Les Stentors! Tickets available at the gate, or in advance. See colts.org/mom2.asp to learn more!
August 8
A canoe trip is scheduled for August 8 at the Mines of Spain Rec. area. Starts at 12:30p. Call the E.B. Lyons Center at 556-0620, or visit minesofspain.org to learn more. This is a family program, and is free!
August 10
Tuesday, August 10- The American Red Cross will be a holding a blood drive in Potosi, Wisconsin from 1 - 6 pm at the Potosi Fire and Rescue Building. All blood types are currently needed, especially type O negative.
August 10
Tuesday, August 10- The American Red Cross will be a holding a blood drive in Guttenberg, Iowa from 1 - 6:30 pm at the Municipal Building. All blood types are currently needed, especially type O negative.
August 10
You and your friends are invited to "We've Got the Whole World" program, Tuesday, August 10 at the Holiday Inn on Main St, from 6:30p-8p. $12 per person. Dinner included and it's all inclusive. There will be music and speakers. Call Rosie at 563-556-8829, or Patty at 563-543-7884.
August 11
The Aug. 11 Summer Organ Concert series presents a new
organist for the series. Marijim Thoene of Dundee, Mich., will play the Casavant pipe organ at 7 p.m. at Sinsinawa Mound. Concerts continue throughout August. For more information, contact Sister Marie Juan Maney, OP, at (608) 748-4411, ext. 807, or visit www.sinsinawa.org.
August 12
The Asbury Eagles Club invites you to Pizza Night, Thursday, August 12, serving 5p-8p. Dine in or carry out!
August 12
Thursday, August 12, the American Red Cross will be a holding a blood drive in Galena, Illinois from 2 - 6 pm at the Galena Middle School. All blood types are currently needed, especially type O negative.
August 14
The Onward Fine Arts Center presents "The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe", Saturday, August 14, with performances at 2p and 6p. For ticket information, call 563-652-9815.
August 14
The Onward Fine Arts Center presents "The Amazing Adventures of Robinson Crusoe", Saturday, August 14, with performances at 2p and 6p. For ticket information, call 563-652-9815.
August 14
Attend a benefit for Jerry Hesseling on Saturday, August 14, at Sunset Hall in Dickeyville. Doors open at 5p, supper at 5:30p. There will be a silent and live auction, and live music at 9pm. For questions, or to donate an item, call Jody at 568-3880, or Bob at 748-4394.
August 14
Take part in the 1st Annual RYDE 4 TYLOR, happening August 14. Sign up is from 10:30 to 12:00, at Knickers. It's $10 per person. Ticket price also will get you in for the band that night. Otherwise, it's $5 at the door.
Ride leaving Knickers....12 sharp
1st stop....Cascade, IAThe Bent Rim
2nd stop....Zwingle, IAThe County Line
3rd stop....Andrew, IAZipps
...4th stop....Bellevue, IAThe Frontier
Last stop....Knickers, should be there around 5:15-5:30. dinner 6-7:30 walking tacos (three dollar donation) Band starts at 8pm to midnight. the band is RUKUS. Feel free to joins us on a bike, in a car or truck.
August 15
The Potosi Community is sponsoring a benefit for Joe Droessler, Sunday, August 15, at the Holiday Gardens. Joe has been diagnosed with ALS. The benefit is helping to cover many medical expenses not covered by insurance. For info on the day, call Gail at 608-763-2097, or Joci at 608-763-2060.
August 18
The Asbury Eagles Club invites you to a Patio Party, serving grilled hamburgers, hot dogs and brats. It's Wednesday, August 12, from 5p-9p. Pirate Over Fifty will be playing live music throughout the evening.
August 18
Sinsinawa Mound's Summer Organ Concert series for August 18 will feature Mark McClellan of Iowa Falls, Iowa. The free concerts are held every Wednesday throughout August at 7 p.m. in Queen of the Rosary Chapel. For more information, contact Sister Marie Juan Maney, OP, at (608)748-4411, ext. 807, or visit www.sinsinawa.org.
August 21
On Saturday August 21, the Knights of Columbus Council 510 will host a Prime Rib Dinner CATERED BY POORMAN'S at the K.C. Hall 781 Locust St. Cocktails are at 5:30 with dinner at 6:30pm. Cost is only $12.00 and includes dessert. Proceeds are used to support the "Centennial Cross" (the 75 foot high, blue lighted Cross) south of Dubuque. Reservations are needed by calling 588-2011 before noon on Friday August 19. Seating is limited so please call early.
August 21
Asbury Eagles Club is havinga Steak Fry on Saturday, August 21, from 6p-8p. $12 per person, and you'll get a ribeye steak, baked potato, sweet corn, salad and role. And you get to grill your own steaks! Sign up early. Live entertainment to follow.
August 21-22
Saturday and Sunday, August 21 & 22, Railroad Days is happening at Stonefield Historic Site in Cassville, WI. Events from 10a to 4p each day. Se displays, check out hands on layouts for the kids, and there will even be an Old West shootout! For more info, call 608-725-5210, or go to www.stonefieldhistoricsite.org.
August 21
You're invited to an Inspirational Concert with Mark Forrest at the Church of Nativity, on Alta Vista in Dubuque. The concert is August 21, 7:30pm. Mark is an acclaimed Irish tenor. For more info, call 582-1839, or 583-7828.
August 21
The men of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Scales Mount invite you to their 4th Annual Steak Fry on Saturday, August 21, from 4:30p to 7:30p. Tickets are $10 in advance, $11 at the door. Make a reservation by calling 815-492-2022.
August 22
The Onward Fine Arts Center presents "Love Comes Softly" on Sunday, August 22, at 3pm. This is a great performance, and an amazing love story. Tickets are $17 in advance, $20 at the door. Ask about a discount for students.
August 25
Stephen Steely of Moline will conclude the Summer Organ Concert series at Sinsinawa Mound Wednesday, Aug. 25. The free concert begins at 7 p.m. in Queen of the Rosary Chapel.
For more information, contact Sister Marie Juan Maney, OP, at (608) 748-4411, ext. 807, or visit our Web site at www.sinsinawa.org.
August 28
Potosi Brewfest is Saturday, August 28, from 1p-5pm at Potosi Brewery -Home of the National Brewery Museum. Tickets & more info including transporation info available online www.potosibrewery.com $25 in advance $30 at gate. Ticket gets you Potosi Brewery Pint Glass for sampling of over 20 craft brewers, wines & wisconsin cheeses, live music & free admission of the National Brewery Museum! All profits to charity. Designated drivers receive free adm. Hog Roast/Fried Cheese Curds/Prince Potosa Root Beer Floats will also be available. In event of rain it will be held in the beautiful Holiday Gardens Event Center.
August 28
Asbury Eagles Club invites you to a Prime Rib dinner on Saturday, August 28. Dinner at 7pm. $12 per person, and advance reservations are required. Call or stop by the club to sign up. 588-4458. Live entertainment to follow.
August 28
The 6th Annual Irish Hooley is Saturday, August 28! Fun starts at the Alliant Amplitheater at 11am, and goes until 10:30pm! Live music by the Red Hot Chili Pipers. Tickets are just $8 in advance, $10 the day of the event, and available at any Premiere Bank location, Hospice of Dubuque or Shamrock Imports. For more info, call 583-5000, or go to www.dubuquelandirish.com. Proceeds benefit Hospice of Dubuque, and Dubuqueland Irish Assoc.
August 29
There's a "new" church in town and it's called GracePoint. Everyone is welcome to try it: no fancy clothes, no church experience needed, and no perfect people allowed at 3100 Windsor Avenue. Come just as you are and discover all you can be.
The community is invited to celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of GracePoint on August 29. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Worship begins at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome to experience a rock out praise band, a real life message, and free family fun...Kickin' It UP @ GracePoint!
September 9
The Dubuque Regional Humane Society proudly announces their annual fall gala dinner and auction, Diamonds are Fur-ever, happening Thursday, September 9 at the Diamond Jo Casino. This festive evening features a sit-down dinner and silent & live auction items. If you're interested in ticket or sponsorship information, contact Marnie at 563-582-6766, Ext. 115 or email marnie@dbqhumane.org.
Septmeber 18
Don't miss Oktoberfest "Lederhosen on the River", Saturday, September 18, from 2p-9p, in the Port of Dubuque. There will be live German music, a beer tasting, and more! Admission is $5. Kids 12 and under free. Proceeds benefit Camp Albrecht Acres.
September 18
Mark your calendar for the 2nd annual RIDE FOR THE KIDS September 18. All money raised will go directly to University of Iowa Children's Hospital for Brain Tumor research and Heart Defects research. To learn more about this event, check out www.dbqrftk.com