Kat Kalendar

Submit Your own Event

Through Friday June 7

Registration for the City of Asbury's summer recreation programs continues at City Hall, 5080 Asbury Road, between 8:00am and 5:00pm until June 7th. If you have questions, please call 556-7106.

Wednesday May 22

The Dubuque Food Co-op presents "Knife Skills and Simple Salad Dressing Cooking" Class from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at the Dubuque Rescue Mission Kitchen. This is free to Dubuque Food Co-op Members and $5 for Non-Members. New member sign-up available at the door.

Wednesday May 22

Capri College, 395 Main Street, will be offering $5 haircuts today from 2:00pm to 4:00pm with all proceeds donated to Oklahoma relief.

Thursday May 23

Red Cross donation opportunities

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque

2:30pm to 6:30pm at St. Francis Xavier Grade School, 203 Second St. SW in Dyersville, Iowa

Friday May 24

Red Cross donation opportunity

2:30pm to 6:30pm at East Dubuque High School, 200 Parklane Drive in East Dubuque, Ill.

Friday May 24

The Dubuque Catfish Festival takes place at A.Y. McDonald Park opening at 3:00pm with Live entertainment from Weed and Roses. Also enjoy carnival rides, crafts and a catfish and chicken dinner.

Friday May 24

The Carnegie-Stout Public Library s hosting an exhibit of artifacts from Dubuque's sister city Handan, China. The exhibit runs through today.

Friday May 24

A free performance of the one-woman comedy "The Stupid Economy" at the Dubuque Museum of Art. Doors open at 7:00pm, curtain at 7:30pm. Hors d'oeurves and beverages provided.

Friday May 24

The Nutsy Turtle Band will perform at the new amphitheater at Cascade River Park at 7:00pm. The Cascade EMS is sponsoring a food stand which begins serving a 5:00pm. Entry fee is $5.

Saturday May 25

Local Filmmakers, Charlie and Mary Cunliffe are having a one-time showing at the Grand Opera House, of their Documentary about Lake Delhi, Iowa titled "We Will Be Back- The Lake Delhi Story". The film begins at 7:00pm.

Saturday May 25

Sign-up for the Summer Reading Program at the Brickl Memorial Library in Dickeyville Through May 25th during normal library hours. Printable forms and sign-up is also available at www.dickeyville. com.

Saturday May 25

A Youth Fishing Tournament will take place rain or Shine from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Oelwein Lake in Oelwein. Registration is $10 day of tournament. For more informatio visit www. oelweincelebration.org or call 319-238-3380.

Saturday May 25

The Dubuque Catfish Festival takes place at A.Y. McDonald Park opening at 12:00pm with Live entertainment from "British Export". Also enjoy carnival rides and crafts along with a catfish and chicken dinner.

Saturday May 25

The 3rd Annual Outrun the Rays 5K and Bike Ride. Register at 8:00am at the Peosta Community Centre in Peosta. The 5K race starts at 9:00am. The Bike Ride will begin at 12:00pm at Junction 21 in Centralia. To register online go to www. OutRunTheRays.org

Saturday May 25

Red Cross donation opportunity

7:00am to 11:00am at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque

Saturday May 25

The Fennimore Historical Railroad Society Museum will open for the 2013 season. The museum is open seven days a week from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Saturday May 25

Eronel, 285 Main Street, will feature four Dubuque/Iowa-based bands: Chasing Shade, Dylan Sires, AlienTech and Huge Lewis at 10:00pm. Admission is $5. All proceeds go towards a music, art, and literature festival called Seldom Seen which takes place June 28th and 29th in Monmouth, Ia.

Sunday May 26

The Dubuque County Conservation Board invites you to take part in their Wildflower Hike at The Swiss Valley Nature Center at 10:30am and 12:00pm. No preregistration required.

Sunday May 26

The Dubuque Catfish Festival takes place at A.Y. McDonald Park from 12:00pm with Live entertainment from Egnited Band and Full Code, carnival rides, crafts and a catfish and chicken dinner.

Monday May 27

Highview Community Cemetery Dinner held at the Epworth United Methodist Church from 11:30am to 1:00pm.

Monday May 27

The Dubuque County Extension Office, 14858 West Ridge Lane, is hosting a workshop on the Impact of New Food Safety Ruling on Small Growers from 2:30pm to 4:00pm on Thursday May 30th. Register for this free workshop is required by today by calling 563-583-6496 or email bbrhtel@iastate. Edu.

Monday May 27

The Dubuque Memorial Day Parade will begin at 1:30pm followed by a short ceremony in Washington Park.

Monday May 27

The East Dubuque Memorial Day Parade will be held at 9:30am.

Thursday May 30

A benefit lunch in support of the Iowa Special Olympics will be held at Texas Roadhouse. A free lunch will be served by local law enforcement from 11:00am to 2:00pm and you leave a donation for the ISO at your table following your meal.

Thursday May 30

Red Cross donation opportunity

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque

Friday May 31

If you have questions about plants, trees, pests, or best gardening practices, call the Dubuque County Master Gardeners at 563-583-6496. This free service is available on Monday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and Thursday afternoons from 1:00pm to 4:00pm.

Friday May 31

On Tuesday June 4th, Shalom Retreat Center will host a seasonal breakfast from 7:00am to 8:00am. To register, call 563-582-3592 by May 31st or email info@shalomretreats .org.

Friday May 31 to Sunday June 2

Fly By Night Productions presents "Matt and Ben" Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2:00pm at the Bijou Room at Five Flags.

Friday May 31 to Sunday June 2

Holy Ghost Court #228 of Dickeyville is holding a Bake & Rummage Sale from 9:00am to 4:00pm in the Church Basement. Proceeds will benefit The Grotto at Dickeyville with proceeds up to $1000 matched by the National Catholic Society of Foresters.

Friday May 31

Classic Car Night is tonight's theme for the free concert series "Rock the Dock" at the Museum & Aquarium's Mississippi Plaza located behind the National River Center building. The public is invited to walk, bike, drive or dock up and enjoy the music of Massey Road.

Saturday June 1

Jaster's 8th annual Ride for Life. Registration is at the Fast Trak in Elkader from 8:00am to 10:00am. The ride begins at 10:30am rain or shine. A $5 donation per person is suggested with all money given to Relay for Life. Contact Lynn Jaster at 563-255-2625, ljaster@alpinecom .net for more details or pre-register.

Saturday June 1

Heritage Trail is holding ribbon cutting festivities at 10:00am at Heritage Pond followed by the opening of the new Heritage Trail Bridge across US Highway 52 near Heritage Pond and Rupp Hollow Road. Free family activities planned throughout the day.

Saturday June 1

Red Cross donation opportuniy

7:00am to 11:00am at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

Saturday June 1

Benefit for Carter Cocayne who is a patient at University of Iowa Childerns Hospital awaiting his second heart surgery. The benefit starts at 5:00pm at Courtside with food, silent auction and beanbag tournament followed with music by Awesome Sauce starting at 8:00pm.

Sunday June 2

Sinsinawa Art Gallery presents "Women & Spirit: Catholic Sisters in America" through June 2. The art gallery is open 10:00am to 5:00pm daily. For more information, contact Michelle Till at (608) 748-4411, ext. 849, or visit www. sinsinawa.org.

Sunday June 2

The 3rd Annual Dubuque's Cruisin' for a Cure Car Show from 10:00am to 3:00pm held in the Kennedy Mall parking lot next to Richardson Motors. To pre-register or for more information, contact Jody Willenborg at 563-542-2977 or email j.willenborg@yahoo .com. Admission is free. Held rain or shine.

Sunday June 2

Heritage Trail is hosting a Family Fishing Derby from 9:00am to 12:00pm. For more information contact Brian Preston at 563-6745.

Sunday June 2

Reservations are needed by today to take part in the Fennimore Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing held Monday, June 10th. To sign up or for more information, contact Steve Lendosky at 608-822-6111.

Monday June 3

Clarke University will host its 25th Annual Golf Classic at the Dubuque Golf and Country Club. To register a foursome or for information on how to get involved go to www.clarke.edu/golfclassic or call 563-588-6501.

Monday June 3

Free Energy Therapy & Qigong Workshop from 6:00pm to 8:00pm in the Children's Program Room on the 1st floor of the Carnegie-Stout Public Library.

Tuesday June 4

The University of Illinois Extension's Master Gardeners will present Therapy/Raised Bed Gardening from 1:00pm to 2:00pm at the East Dubuque District Library.

Wednesday June 5

Sinsinawa Mound hosts a free organ concert by Mark McClellan of Iowa Falls at 7:00pm in Queen of the Rosary Chapel.

Thursday June 6

Red Cross donation opportuniy

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

Thursday June 6

Face the World Foundation (FTW) is currently registering volunteer host families now untill June 6th for the fall semester of high school. Contact Carolyn at888-389-1213 or email at carolyn@facetheworld.org www.facetheworld.org

Friday June 7

Join the East Dubuque District Library at 10:00am for Chris McBrien's The Irish Traveler and Puppet Show. This event is free.

Friday June 7

Red Cross donation opportuniy

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

Friday June 7 to Sunday June 9

Fly By Night Productions presents "Matt and Ben" Fiday and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2:00pm at the Bijou Room at Five Flags.

Friday June 7 & Saturday June 8

The Friends of the Carnegie Stout Public Library are holding their spring sale Friday from 4:30pm to 7:30pm and Saturday from 10:00am to 3:00pm at the Library. All proceeds support library programs.

Friday June 7

The FunFest committee will sponsor the Neon Nite Fun Run held near Marsden Park, 895 Cleveland Street in Fennimore. Check-in and late registration will be held between 7:30pm and 8:30pm. The race begins at 8:45pm.

Saturday June 8

Red Cross donation opportuniy

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

Saturday June 8

The Grant Regional Foundation's 11th Annual Benefit Golf held at Lancaster Country Club. Registration and lunch is from 10:30am to 11:30am and golf begins at 12:00pm. Proceeds will help purchase new equipment in the Rehab Department. Please contact Sandy at 608-723-3358 to register or sponsor this event.

Monday June 10

Red Cross donation opportunities

2:00pm to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

2:00pm to 6:00pm at American Legion Hall, 301 Jackson St. NE in Cascade, Iowa.

Tuesday June 11

The Carnegie-Stout Public Library graphic novel discussion group meets on the first floor from 7:00pm to 8:30pm to discuss Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art by Scott McCloud. The Discussion is open to anyone 18 or older and no registration is required.

Wednesday June 12

Immanuel Congregational UCC Church, 1795 Jackson Street, is hosting Junefest from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.

Wednesday June 12

St. Mary's in Galena is holding their annual Salad Luncheon from 11:00am to 1:00pm at St Mary's Ball Hall, 400 Franklin Street.

Wednesday June 12

Sinsinawa Mound hosts a free Organ Concert by David Jonies from Chicago at 7:00pm in Queen of the Rosary Chapel.

Thursday June 13

Red Cross donation opportuniy

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

Saturday June 15

Red Cross donation opportuniy

11:00am to 6:00pm at American Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque.

Saturday June 15

The Ski Bellevue Waterski Show Team invites you to their free ski show at 4:00pm in Bellevue along the south riverbank. For more information visit their website at skibellevue.com.

Sunday June 16

Honor Flight Breakfast Buffet serving from 8:00am to 2:00pm at Junction 21 in Centrailia. All proceeds go to Honor Flight of Greater Dubuque.

Tuesday June 18

Scenic Valley Area Agency on Aging is hosting "Wings of Hope" a butterfly release from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Dubuque Arboretum Rose Garden. All donations stay local and benefit personal support, education, information and advocacy.

Tuesday June 18

Teens are invited to The East Dubuque District Library from 2:00pm to 5:00pm and get hands on with air transportation, explore helicopters, jets and a hot air balloon.

Wednesday June 19

Sinsinawa Mound hosts a free organ concert by Sister M. Arnold Staudt, OSF, Dubuque, at 7:00pm in Queen of the Rosary Chapel.

Saturday June 22

The Medicine Band presents: Blackhawk, a rock opera concert and fundraiser for the Mines of Spain. Showtime is 7:00pm. A free will offering will be taken at the door for development and education at the Mines of Spain.

Saturday June 22

Boat Fest is the theme for the free concert series "Rock the Dock" at the Museum & Aquarium's Mississippi Plaza, behind the National River Center building. The public is invited to walk, bike, drive or dock up and enjoy the music of The Wundo Band.

Wednesday June 26

Join the East Dubuque District Library at 6:00pm to hear Lily Sprengelmeyer, co-author of Kid Pickers. She will talk about her experiences working with Mike Wolfe from American Pickers from the History Channel.

Sunday June 30

Call the Dubuque County Master Gardeners with your questions at 563-583-6496. This is a free service available Monday's from 6:00pm to 8:00pm and Thursday's 1:00pm to 4:00pm.

Thursday July 4

The Ski Bellevue Waterski Show Team invites you to their free ski show at 6:00pm in Bellevue along the south riverbank. For more information visit their website at skibellevue.com

Saturday July 13

The East Dubuque District Library welcomes Jason Kollum who will present an interactive, total participation program where you become a juggler. This free event begins at 10:00am.

Wednesday July 17

Carnegie-Stout will hold Artemis night at 7:00pm. Space is limited to 18 players. Call the Reference desk at 563-589-4225 to sign-up. This program free for adults 18 and over.

Saturday July 20

The Colt Cadets will perform at the Cuba City High School. Enjoy the practice show from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with the main Show starting at 7:00pm. Concessions will be available.

Saturday July 20

The Ski Bellevue Waterski Show Team invites you to their free ski show at 4:00pm in Bellevue along the south riverbank. For more information visit their website at skibellevue.com.

Friday July 26

Bike Night is the theme for the free concert series "Rock the Dock" at the Museum & Aquarium's Mississippi Plaza, behind the National River Center building. The public is invited to walk, bike, drive or dock up and enjoy the music of Zero to Sixty.

Saturday August 10

Amateur radio license testing sponsored by Great River Amateur Radio Club is held at 9:00am at The Red Cross, 2400 Asbury Road in Dubuque. Test fee is $15. Contact Bob Crippes at 663-5223 or 588-9609 with any questions.

Saturday August 10

The 4th Annual Mighty Mississippi HOG Chapters Hope Ride for MDA begins at 12:00pm at Dubuque Harley Davidson. Purchase tickets at DBQ Harley Davidson, Sandy Hook Tavern and Moondog Music. For more information visit dubuqueharley-davidson .com.

Saturday August 17

The Ski Bellevue Waterski Show Team invites you to their free ski show at 4:00pm in Bellevue along the south riverbank. For more information visit their website at skibellevue.com

Saturday August 24

Potosi Brewfest at the Holiday Gardens Event Center in Potosi, Wisconsin from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Tickets are limited. Order online at www. Potosibrewery. com

Friday September 20

Octo-Beer-Fest is the theme for the free concert series "Rock the Dock" at the Museum & Aquarium's Mississippi Plaza, behind the National River Center building. The public is invited to walk, bike, drive or dock up and enjoy the music of The Brown Bottle Bandits.

Saturday October 19

Through 2013

The Veterans Crisis Line offers free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. For more information, please contact Rhett Herrera at Rhett. Herrera @va.gov or visit www. veteranscrisisline.net