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FRI 9 / 6
36 th Annual Dubuque Dragon Boat Festival
8 AM – 5 PM @ MILLER
RIVERVIEW PARK 9 / 6 – 9 / 8 . Drawing teams from multiple states and even up to Ontario , Canada , 40 foot long boats , shaped like dragons and holding 21 people , race on the mighty Mississippi . Racing will occur all day on Saturday and Sunday with an additional breast cancer ceremony on Sunday . This year ’ s theme is Miniature Golf Course . Hosted by the Dubuque Dragon Boat Association . 1851 Admiral Sheehy Dr . DubuqueDragonBoat . org .
Honey Tasting & Mixology Class
2:30 – 4:30 PM @ CHAMPAGNE
ON MAIN ( GALENA , IL ) Learn from Dry Creek Beekeeping about how bees make honey and get to sample unique honeys with a variety of colors , flavors ,
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aromas , and textures . Then learn from the mixology experts at Champagne on Main how to craft three custom cocktails / mocktails using the honeys from the tasting . Samples will be provided of each drink . Ages 21 +. $ 50 . 116 S Main St , Galena , IL 815-297-3366 . drycreekbeekeeping . com .
The Avery Foundation 7 th Annual Founders Gala
5 – 9 PM @ GRAND
RIVER CENTER This signature event promises an unforgettable evening filled with meaningful moments , heartfelt connections , and opportunities to support our mission of assisting those affected by cancer . Enjoy a keynote speech by Jeffrey Johnston , a silent and live auction , and a delightful dinner . Drinks during cocktail hour and sit-down dinner are included . All proceeds from ticket sales directly benefit The Avery Foundation
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and its mission to support individuals and families affected by cancer . $ 100 . 500 Bell St . 563-513-9801 . averyfndtn . org .
Platteville Historic Re-enactment
MOUND VIEW PARK
( PLATTEVILLE , WI ) 9 / 6 – 9 / 8 . Held since 1998 , the 3-day Platteville Historic Re-enactment showcases the history of America ’ s Upper Mississippi Valley from the mid-1700s to 1840 , featuring educators , artisans , and re-enactors all taking part in the celebration . Featuring the Voyageur Camp , military demonstrations , Native American storytelling , blacksmithing , and a silent auction . All ages . Free . 950 E Madison St . Platteville , WI . mining . jamison . museum .
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SAT 9 / 7
3 rd Annual Romantic Galena Reads
10 AM – 3 PM @ DESOTO
HOUSE HOTEL ( GALENA , IL ) In attendance will be around 30 romance authors from all over the country , including best-selling and awardwinning authors of every romance genre — contemporary , historical , suspense , Western , paranormal , and more — everything from sweet to steamy . Attending authors include Aleatha Romig , Ashley Jade , Tia Louise , Jade Lee , Greta Rose West , Tracy Solheim , Melissa Haag , Skye Malone , Diane Wiggs , Sara , Whitney , and many more . Author Nancy Naigle , who has had many of her books made into Hallmark movies , will be there . Cover models Robert Kelly
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and Katie Marie will also be in attendance . Free . 230 S Main St , Galena , IL . 715-651-4765 . wilddeadwoodreads . com / galena .
Wild Harvest Dinner
5:30 PM @ WHITEWATER
CANYON WILDLIFE
AREA ( BERNARD , IA ) Staff from DCC will guide you around Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area , one of only three true canyons in the State of Iowa , as they point out the geological formations that date back 450 million years ago . Wander through caves , forests , and prairies on a 1.5 mile loop , stopping along the way to enjoy a variety of small dishes and drinks that were inspired by and made with plants , fruits , mushrooms , herbs , and nuts that were all sustainably collected from the Dubuque area throughout the winter , spring , and summer months . $ 75 . 29912 9 th Ave , Bernard , IA . 563-556-6745 . dubuquecountyiowa . gov / conservation .
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Night at the Farm : Cows , Wine & Charcuterie
6 – 8 PM @ BERNING ACRES
( EAST DUBUQUE , IL ) A VIP event hosted by Matt and Natalie Berning along with their amazing crew . Begin in the farm shop with beverages and farm intro . Then , head out and about to tour the farm and interact with the animals . So many new opportunities or experiences to be had — milk a cow , give a calf her bottle , help with farm chores by feeding a farm friend ( goat , sheep , pig , or pony ). Lots of opportunities for photo ops along the way , and playtime with the goats and other animals if you ’ d like . Finally , wrap it up back in the shop for a view of the sunset over the farm with your own complimentary charcuterie boat featuring a variety of locally sourced cheeses while sipping on a beverage . $ 65 . 8850 N Menominee Rd , East Dubuque , IL . 563-543-8936 . berningacres . com / visit .
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