City of Dubuque Offices Closed, Services Adjusted for Thanksgiving
City of Dubuque offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27, and 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday. There will be no trash, yard debris, food scraps, or recycling curbside collections on Thanksgiving Day, collections will instead be made on the Saturday. There is no change in the schedule for curbside collections on Friday. The Jule Transit will not operate on Thanksgiving Day. On Friday the Jule’s fixed route buses and mini-buses will operate their normal schedule and routes, however the downtown shuttle will not be operating. cityofdubuque.org
Dubuque Leaf Rake-Out Collections (thru Nov 26)
The Public Works Department offers scheduled leaf rake-out collections beginning Monday, October 13, thru Wednesday, November 26. Collection appointments must be scheduled in advance. Submit a request and find more information at cityofdubuque.org or calling (563) 589-4250.
Salvation Army of Dubuque Bell Ringers
The Salvation Army of Dubuque is in need of volunteers to ring the bell at our iconic red kettles this year. To volunteer please visit registertoring.com
Feeding Dubuque for the Holidays Donations
Feeding Dubuque for the Holidays is an event where a total of 500 frozen turkeys / Hams plus the trimmings will be given away. The event is scheduled on Saturday, December 13. If you would like to make a monetary or non-perishable food item(s) donation, they can be dropped off at 3135 Cedar Crest Ridge Suite B. Find more details at feedingdubuque.org
Salvation Army Angel Trees (thru Dec 12)
The Salvation Army of Dubuque has teamed with national partner Walmart and local supporters Caroline’s Restaurant, Grand River Center, and Harris Golf Cars for their Salvation Army Angel Trees for kids. To participate, take a tag, purchase a gift then drop it in any marked Angel Tree collection box at participating partner locations by close of business on Friday, December 12. Find more details when you visit sadubuque.org
Annual Dubuque Senior Madrigal Dinner (Dec 13 & 14)
The 50th Annual Dubuque Senior Madrigal Dinner is at Dubuque Senior High School Saturday and Sunday December 13 and 14. Saturday price is $50 for dinner and event, with the doors opening at 5p. Sunday is $35, doors open at 2p. Tickets on sale now through dubuque.seatyourself.biz
Sinsinawa Mound ‘s Noel Concert Series (December 16 thru 20)
Sinsinawa Mound ‘s Noel Concert Series will be performed December 16th thru 20th at St. Clara Chapel. The lineup of local talent includes
16th 7p – Dubuque Senior High School Madrigal Singers
17th 7p – Kristina Castaneda + Shawn Healy
18th 7p – Winter Strings
19th 7p – Americana Band
These concerts are free and open to the public. Freewill donations are gratefully accepted.
Dubuque Food Pantry Donations
Donations of time, talent, money, and food are all welcomed at the Dubuque Food Pantry. If you would like to donate food and other supplies, you can bring them to 1310 White Street during office hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between 8a-12p. Find more information on the Pantry at dbqfoodpantry.com
Menards Toy Drive (thru Dec 15)
Menards Home Improvement Stores are serving as a Toy Drive drop site thru December 15. A drop box is located near the exit door to collect new and unwrapped presents. Don’t forget to stop inside to see the decorated trees, colorful lights, displays and Christmas décor that make up their Enchanted Forest.
Dubuque Winter Farmer’s Market
Dubuque Winter Farmer’s Market is open every Saturday from 9a-12p at Kennedy Mall, 555 John F. Kennedy Road until April 25, 2026 – except for a holiday closure on December 27. The Market is located in a new storefront (formerly the Maker’s Market), on the northwest corner of the main concourse.
Cub Scout Join Nights
Scouting America Northeast Iowa Council Cub Scout Join Nights are happening now. Find a location date and time where you can meet with Scout leaders, ask questions and get signed up. Find information at scoutsiowa.org
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
Jones County Central Park Nature Center Events
For information on upcoming Jones County programs and events, visit mycountyparks.com
Cascade Public Library November Events
The Cascade Public Library has events for all ages scheduled throughout the month of November. Find out more on their website. cityofcascade.org
The Bell Tower Theater December Shows (Dec 6-21 )
presents the new comedy “Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some)!” with shows Thursdays thru Sundays December 6th thru the 21st. BellTowerTheater.Net
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
Benefit the Vets Concert 2026
Tickets are on sale now for “Benefit the Vets” concert with Tracy Lawrence and Aaron Tippon who will perform on Saturday, August 8 at 3p at Worthington Memorial Hall, 300 Park Drive in Worthington, IA. Tickets are on sale HERE and are also by visiting benefitthevets.org
