Multicultural Family Center Juneteenth Weekend Events (June 13-15)
Friday, June 13: History Retold will take place from 5p-8p at the Multicultural Family Center, 1157 Central Ave.
Saturday, June 14: Picnic in the Park, 12p-4p at Jackson Park, 1500 Main St.
Sunday, June 15: Prayer and Praise, 11a-1p at Jackson Park. Celebrate with a variety of Dubuque congregations through word and song.
Additional details about the Juneteenth celebrations can be found at mfcdbq.org
Dubuque’s 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program
The City of Dubuque’s 2025 Asphalt Overlay Program is Underway. For a schedule outlining when individual streets are expected to receive a partial or complete asphalt overlay this construction season visit: cityofdubuque.org
St. Mark Annual School Supply Campaign
St. Mark Youth Enrichment has launched its annual school supply campaign to ensure thousands of local students enter school this fall with the supplies they need. If you would like to donate online visit: stmarkyouthenrichment.org (If your family is in need of school supplies, please reach out to your child’s school counselor in August)
Kwik Care Non-Profit Partner Veteran’s Freedom Center (thru July 4)
Kwik Stop will donate 2 cents per gallon from each specially marked Veteran’s Freedom Center gas pump at each Kwik Stop location to the Dubuque Veteran’s Freedom Center. This donation is unlimited and will be effective May 23-July 4.
Cascade Public Library June Programs
The Cascade Public Library will host a number of programs throughout the month of June including Friday Morning Story Time, Book Discussions and more. Find more information on these events and more at cityofcascade.org
Bluff Strokes Art Center Summer Camps
Bluff Strokes Art Center is offering 5-day Summer Camps for grades 3 thru 8 through the month of July from 9a-12p each day. Find Camp and registration information at bluffstrokes.org
Bell Tower Theater 12th-Annual High School Musical (June 13-22)
Bell Tower Theater Announces their 12th-Annual High School Musical, Heathers the Musical: Teen Edition. Performances are June 13, 14, 20, 21 at 7:30 pm and June 15 & 22 at 2 pm. Tickets for all performances are $15. For information and to purchase tickets call (563) 588-3377 or visit belltowertheater.net.
Annual YMCA Golf Classic Register or Sponsor (thru June 22)
The 22nd Annual YMCA Golf Classic will be held on Monday, June 23 at 11a at Thunder Hills Country Club in Peosta. Funds raised support scholarship assistance for members, so no one is ever turned away due to their inability to pay. To register to play or to be a Sponsor visit dubuquey.org.
Great Galena Balloon Race (June 20 thru June 22)
The Great Galena Balloon Race will return to Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in The Galena Territory with weekend events Friday, June 20 through Sunday June 22 and will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) of Eastern Iowa and Camp Hertko Hollow. Admission is $5, cash only, at the gate. Find the schedule of events, parking and shuttle information at www.greatgalenaballoonrace.com
Prairie School Legacy in Iowa Symposium (June 27 & 28)
The Prairie School Legacy in Iowa Symposium will be held Friday and Saturday, June 27-28 at the City Council Chambers in downtown Dubuque. Find registration information online at heritageworksdbq.com
Bluff Strokes Art Center Events and Registration
Bluff Strokes Art Center, 1201 Locust Street, has scheduled a variety of recurring Art Classes and Workshops. Find event and registration information at bluffstrokes.org
St. Mark’s Heroes Camps Registration
Registration is open for this St. Mark’s Heroes Camps that begin Monday, June 16. Find Camp details and sign up at stmarkyouthenrichment.org
Red Cross Blood Donations (July 1-14)
The American Red Cross needs people to help keep the blood supply afloat by giving now. You’re just our type! Those who come to give July 1-14, 2025, will receive a customizable pair of Red Cross x goodr sunglasses, while supplies last. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org.
Bell Tower Theater’s Annual Kids-for-Kids Production (July 10-19)
The Bell Tower Theater’s 18th-annual Kids-for-Kids Production: “Disney Descendants The Musical” will be performed Thursday, July 10 thru Saturday July 19. All tickets are $12. For show times, more show information and to purchase tickets, call (563) 588-3377 or visit belltowertheater.net.
DAHL Annual Golf Outing Registration (Aug 10)
Dubuque Area labor Harvest will hold their annual Golf Outing on Sunday August 10 at Birchwood Golf Course. The 9 hole 4-person best shot begins at 2p. Entry is $70 for golf, cart and dinner or $25 for dinner only (5p). Contact Shelly at (563) 582-5947 or Tom (563) 543-4708 for golf or dinner reservations. All proceeds will help the DALH to feed the low-income families in our community.
Jones County Central Park Nature Center Events
For information on upcoming Jones County programs and events, visit mycountyparks.com
Dubuque Age in Place Grant Program
Older Dubuque residents interested in staying in their homes have the opportunity to apply for grant funding to help them “age in place.” The program is intended to help these residents avoid having to transition to a nursing home or other assisted care facility. Those interested in the program are encouraged to submit an interest form to begin the application process. More information including a link to submit an interest form, is available at cityofdubuque.org
American Legion Fickbohn-Hissem Post #193 Meetings
American Legion Fickbohn-Hissem Post #193 in Galena meets every third Tuesday of the month at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Building, 100 S. Main Street. Meetings are upstairs at 12p with lunch provided. All Veterans are welcome to attend. To become part of the American Legion, call (815) 281-2189 or email waltpamjohnson@yahoo.com
