City of Dubuque to Activate Daytime Warming Centers (January 23-25)
Due to predicted extreme cold weather conditions, the City of Dubuque is announcing Daytime Warming Centers will be available to the public Friday, January 23 through Sunday, January 25. Find complete information at cityofdubuque.org
Blood with Red Cross for Chance to Win Super Bowl Tickets (Thru Jan 25)
The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage, and individuals are urged to give now so patients don’t face delays in lifesaving care. As a thank-you, those who come to give through January 25, 2026, will be automatically entered for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California. See RedCrossBlood.orgfor full details. Also, all who come to give January 26-February. 28, 2026, will receive a $20 e-gift card to a merchant of choice.
Red Cross Hero Nominations (thru January 28)
The American Red Cross of Iowa is asking the public to submit nominations for its signature event, Heroes of the Heartland. There are two ways to submit a nomination. Complete the nomination form at redcross.org/IA or mail a written nomination (include your contact information) to: American Red Cross, Attn: Emily Holley, 2116 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA 50312. The deadline to submit a nomination for Heroes of the Heartland is Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
First Friday’s Art Gallery Tours
First Fridays is a free downtown monthly community arts event with open galleries, artists’ studios, live entertainment and celebrating arts in Dubuque. Participation is free. Find times, venues and more scheduled events at FirstFridaysDubuque.org.
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
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 January Events
The Cascade Public Library has events for all ages scheduled throughout the month of January. Find out more on their website. cityofcascade.org
TSA PreCheck Enrollment Event (February 14 thru February 27)
The Dubuque Regional Airport and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will host a TSA PreCheck enrollment event at the Capt. Robert L. Martin Terminal, 10965 Aviation Drive, beginning Tuesday, February 14 through Friday, February 27. Appointment hours will be held each weekday from 9a-12p and 1p-5p at the terminal’s Airline Ticket Office #2. Applicants do not need an airline ticket to access the enrollment center. For more information about the TSA PreCheck program, visit tsa.gov/precheck
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.” 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
