Julien's Journal August 2016 (Volume 41, Number 8) | Page 14

STEPPING OUT ARTS MUSIC EVENTS CULTURE ROCKIN’ ON THE RIVER TUG FEST Thursday-Saturday, August 11-13 4:30-11 PM (Thurs.), 4-11:59 PM (Fri.), & 7 AM-11:59 PM (Sat.) @ Downtown LeClaire, IA This 30th annual tug-of-war across the Mississippi River is an exciting challenge pitting LeClaire, IA against Port Byron, IL. Since 1987, ten 20-member tug teams annually pull with all of their strength on a 2,700-foot, 680-pound rope that spans the Mississippi River. The three-day event includes a carnival starting on Thursday, a parade, live music, and fireworks on Friday evening, and the tug-of-war on Saturday. Admission is free on Thursday and $5 on Friday and Saturday. Visit TugFest.com. BIKE NIGHT DOWNTOWN FRIDAY NIGHT 5-9 PM @ McGrath Dubuque Harley Davidson (145 N. Crescent Ridge Rd.) This outdoor party features grilled grub from Catfish Charlie’s, plenty of cold beer, and your chance to win a brand new 2016 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle. This month features live music by Six Shots ‘til Midnight and a “Best Dressed ‘80s Contest.” The event is free and open to all ages. Find Bike Night on Facebook.com. 6:30-10 PM @ Downtown Dyersville, IA Come to Downtown Dyersville for an evening filled with music, games, food, and beverages. Family fun includes a bounce house, train rides, face painting, and balloons. This month features live music by Drama Kings and turtle races. Participation is free. Visit Dyersville.org. Thursday, August 11 Friday, August 12 Friday, August 12 6-11 PM @ Riverview Amphitheater (Cascade, IA) Enjoy live music by Sam & Others and The Mississippi Band along with great food available for purchase from the Cascade FFA. Bring your cooler and lawn chair to this free concert. Find the event on Facebook.com. ASSISTED LIVING: THE MUSICAL Friday-Sunday, August 12-14 Wednesday-Sunday, August 17-21 Wednesday-Sunday, August 24-28 7:30 PM (Wed.-Sat.) & 2 PM (Sun.) @ Bell Tower Theater Welcome to Pelican Roost, a full-service retirement village for those embracing their twilight years. It is home to some colorful characters who aren’t your average bingo and card playing bunch. Pelican Roost is a place where buffoonery lives next door to screwball, just across the way from cockamamie! This uproarious journey through the senior years will knock you off your rocker. Tickets are $20. Visit BellTowerTheater.net. INTRODUCING NEW MENU ITEMS, created by Chef Josh Garton. ENJOY Glazed Duck Breast, Seared Scallops, Grilled Eggplant Napoleon, Strawberry Shortcake Pain Perdu, and more. ® Call 563-690-4755 for reservations or visit DiamondJoDubuque.com/Dine. ® 2016 2015 WINNER Must be 21 or older. If you or someone you know needs gambling treatment, call 1-800-BETS OFF. 12  ❖  Julien’s Journal  ❖  August 2016 Port of Dubuque | DiamondJo.com 81195Fah_DL_WFG_Julien’s Journal_AD_Size: 7”W x 4.5”H_4C_Drop Date: 8.1.16