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SUN 9 / 8
Transform Your Garden : Native Seed Conservation Workshop
3 PM @ CARNEGIE-STOUT
PUBLIC LIBRARY This workshop by Dubuque County Conservation is perfect for anyone looking to support local biodiversity , enhance their gardening skills , and contribute to the conservation of native plant species . Attendees will learn about native plants for urban environments , seed collection basics , and how to begin their own seed-starting process this winter — the first step toward having a thriving native plants garden in the spring . Families are welcome to attend . Ages 18 +. RSVP required . 360 W 11 th St . 563-589-4225 x2224 . carnegiestout . org / events .
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2 nd Annual Sunset Community Walk
6 – 8 PM @ UNIVERSITY OF
DUBUQUE TRACK & FIELD Join NAMI Dubuque for their second annual suicide awareness community walk . Get a team together and take a mile lap around the track . In 2023 , 508 lives were lost to suicide in the state of Iowa . This year , NAMI Dubuque is looking for 508 walkers to raise awareness for each life lost year . Opening remarks at 6:30 p . m . Sunset walk at 6:45 p . m . The event is a non-competitive walk to raise awareness and share space . $ 25 . 2000 University Ave . namidubuque . org / events .
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TUE 9 / 10
Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Dubuque County
6 PM @ DUBUQUE COUNTY
LIBRARY PEOSTA / NICC
BRANCH ( PEOSTA , IA ) The mid-20 th century was a time of technological innovation and unprecedented growth in the American economy and population . The distinctive architecture of the 1940s – 60s reflects these changes and the era ’ s emerging values , including new ideas of what it meant to live the American Dream . Today , these buildings serve as a physical connection to an important period in our history . This presentation gives an overview of the types of mid-century buildings that can be found in Dubuque County , and the
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characteristics to look for in identifying them . Presented by Tricia Baum , a commissioner of the Dubuque County Historic Preservation Commission . 8342 NICC Drive Peosta , IA . 612-501-9747 . stew0220 @ umn . edu .
FRI 9 / 13
Over the Edge
11 AM @ MIDWESTONE BANK Over the Edge is a community-wide event that helps fundraise to impact thousands of lives across the Tri-States , benefitting United Way of Dubuque Area Tri-States . Community members edge or rappel off the 13-story MidWestOne Bank building in downtown Dubuque . Enjoy the party on the ground outside the bank which includes music , yard
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games , awards , food trucks , and a beverage tent . 895 Main St . dbqunitedway . org / over-the-edge .
3 rd Annual JDIFF Bushwood Classic
12:30 PM @ BUNKER
HILL GOLF COURSE The third annual Caddyshackthemed JDIFF Bushwood Classic is an 18-hole scramble featuring a raffle , silent auction , and dinner plus fun surprises throughout the course . Best of all , it supports the Julien Dubuque International Film Festival . Dress in your Caddyshack best , as prizes will be given for best attire . Includes golf fees , cart , and dinner . Grab ‘ n go lunch options available for purchase . $ 150 / person , $ 500 / foursome . 2200 Bunker Hill Rd . julienfilmfest . com .
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Italian Stromboli Coking Class
6 – 7:30 PM @ GALENA
ARC ( GALENA , IL ) Instructor Lynn Kaufman from Lynnies ’ Kitchen will guide you in learning how to create this delicious recipe : homemade dough stuffed with sauce and your choice of Italian meats and cheeses , and fresh herbs . Ready to take home and bake for your family dinner or gathering . Please indicate on registration form if you want regular or gluten-free stromboli . Bring your favorite wine , beer , or beverage to enjoy during class . Sign up as a team of two or as a single student and make the dish on your own . $ 45 . 11084 W US HWY 20 , Galena , IL . 815-777-2248 . galenaarc . org .
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