Julien's Journal May 2016 (Volume 41, Number 5) | Page 15

ALL THE WAY HOME:
THE TRI-STATE VETERANS EVENT
Saturday, May 7

9 AM-3 PM @ Main St. Parade Route &
Five Flags Center
This family-friendly and fun atmosphere
will feature over 100 booths, many to serve
the needs of veterans, but many will have
something for everyone who attends, even
kids. The event kicks off with an All Military
Parade down Main Street at 9:00 a.m. All
veterans are invited to and encouraged to
participate in the parade; you can just show
up to start lining up at 8:30 a.m. at Jackson
Park. Visit AllTheWayHomeEvent.org.

RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP
Saturday, May 7

DERBY DAY

THE GORDY & DEBBIE SHOW

12 PM @ Nick’s Bar (Platteville, WI)
The day’s musical headliner is critically acclaimed singer and songwriter, Adam Hood.
Mighty Wheelhouse, Michael Alexander
and Big Whiskey, and Adam Bartels will also
be performing. An all-horse parade will take
place at 3:00 p.m. Cash prizes will be awarded for best dressed individuals in Derby Day
attire after the parade. A live viewing of the
Kentucky Derby will be on Nick’s big screen.
Tickets are $20 in advance and $30 at the
gate. For tickets, visit BrandLOnlineStore.
com/Product/Derby-Days-Ticket. For more
information, visit Platteville.com.

7 PM @ Ohnward Fine Arts Center
(Maquoketa, IA)
With over a quarter century of success
in the entertainment industry, Gordy and
Debbie Wensel perform an upbeat variety
show that is a mixture of country, ‘50s and
‘60s, gospel, and patriotic music combined
with comedy and suitable for all audiences.
This show incorporates video throughout
the performance to make it a very visual
experience. Tickets in advance are $22 for
adults and $13 for students; tickets at the
door are $25 for adults and $15 for students. Visit OhnwardFineArtsCenter.com.

MOTHER’S DAY MOM & ME
PAINTING CLASS

SCANDALOUS GRANDMOTHERS

Saturday, May 7

1 PM @ Hurstville Interpretive Center
Saturday, May 7
(Maquoketa, IA)
12:30-2:30 PM @ Swiss Valley Nature
Rain barrels collect rainwater and save the
Center (Peosta, IA)
water for future use, saving you money on
Enjoy some quality time with mom this
your water bill when you use it to water
Mother’s Day. Artist Sarah Barnes will
your garden or wash your car. By storing
lead you step-by-step to create a beautiful
the rain water, you reduce storm water
spring painting. Cost is $40 per adult and
runoff. All materials and instruction will be
one child ($10 each per additional child).
Cookies and tea will be provided. Part of
provided at this workshop to build a 55-galeach registration will go back to Swiss