Julien's Journal May 2016 (Volume 41, Number 5) | Page 17

THE LITTLE MERMAID AUDITIONS & CREW SIGN-UP CINCO DE MAYO Saturday, May 14 Friday-Saturday, May 13-14 3-7 PM (Fri.), 9 AM-12 PM (Sat.), & 1-3 PM (Sat.) @ Bell Tower Theater This new musical adaptation of the Hans Christen Andersen classic follows Ariel’s adventures as she longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. The Bell Tower Theater is seeking children aged 7 to 16 for 80-90 on-stage roles (two casts) and kids aged 7 to 18 for 80-100 backstage roles. Cast members will be expected to attend rehearsals most weekdays in June and every weekday in July as well as every performance for his/ her cast. Time commitments for crew members vary. The program is free to all participants. Visit BellTowerTheater.net. DUBUQUE AREA WRITERS GUILD MEETING Fridays, May 13 & 27 7 PM @ Monk’s Kaffee Pub The Dubuque Area Writers Guild (DAWG) is for writers who want to share their work with other writers and lovers of the written word. For more information, email [email protected]. DINOSAURS UNEARTHED Begins Saturday, May 14 @ National Mississippi River Museum Dinosaurs may be notorious for their size and ferocious reputation, but it’s their softer, feathered side that will be turning heads at the Museum & Aquarium. Lifesized animatronic dinosaurs, along with stunning fossil and skeleton specimens, take center stage in this captivating exhibition where guests experience an in-depth look at dinosaurs from across Asia and North America. Visit RiverMuseum.com. GREAT RIVER FILM INITIATIVE MEETING Saturday, May 14 10 AM @ Mindframe Theaters The Great River Film Initiative meets to promote the development of films and filmmakers in the Mississippi River region of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Anyone is welcome to join their monthly meetings. Find them on Facebook.com. 12 PM-12 AM @ Festival Grounds/ Main Street (Darlington, WI) At this celebration of Latin cultures, enjoy music, dancing, crafts, salsa tasting, food booths, a talent show, entertainment, art, clothing vendors, and a Mariachi Band. There will be an adult dance in the evening from 8:00-12:00 p.m. Admission is free. “50 OPEN DOORS: MINERAL POINT” Saturday, May 14 10 AM- 4PM @ Mineral Point, WI In celebration of this unique sense of place, “50 Open Doors: Mineral Point,” is a city-wide open house consisting of “open doors” in multiple locations throughout town. This one-day event will provide a glimpse into various stages and methods of preservation. From the inspiring work of Bob Neal and Edgar Hellum’s Trelawney, to the modern undertaking of preserving Mineral Point Historical Society’s Orchard Lawn, this event will tell the story of Mineral Point’s preservation as has never been done before. Cost is $20. Visit MineralPoint.com. May 2016  ❖  Julien’s Journal  ❖ 13