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Saturday, July 04, 2009
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The Dickeyville Grotto--A Beautiful Experience
7/4/2009, 7/5/2009, 7/6/2009, 7/7/2009
Dickeville, WI
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Thursday, July 09, 2009
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Willy Wonka, Jr
7/9/2009, 7/10/2009, 7/11/2009, 7/12/2009
Bell Tower Theater
2728 Asbury Road
Dubuque, IA 52001 Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 pm
Sundays at 2:00 pm with
added matinees at 2:00 pm on Friday, July 10 at Saturday, July 18
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Alliant Energy Urges Qualified Customers to Apply for Energy Assistance
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funds available for Iowans
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Students Active & Never Bored With Activboard
Teachers and students at East Dubuque HS take advantage of new technology....
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Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates their One-Year Renewing Members
The following businesses renewed their annual membership with the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce this month. Click on any linked businesses to visit their website, and take some time to visit one or two this month to celebrate their participation in the promotion and support of our city....
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New Outside the Lines Art Exhibit
| Art lovers should mark their calendars for the next Outside the Lines Art Gallery exhibit, scheduled to open Friday, March 6. The exhibit will feature artwork by two area artists – stained glass artist Mark Stevens and painter Elizabeth Roberts. Gallery owners Stormy Mochal and Connie Twining will host an opening reception for the show, scheduled for Friday, March 6 from 7 to 9 p.m. As always, the casual reception is free and open to the public. The exhibit will be on display through April 2009.
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Exploring the new Warehouse Art Gallery
| A new art gallery is opening in the Warehouse District Friday, February 27 from 6 to 10 p.m. and everyone is invited. Where might that be? And how did that come about? Come along with us and find out.
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The 365 Impact Award Winners
| Stand up and take a bow! Go on, you deserve it. You’ve earned it. Despite a tough year in an economic sense, 2008 was filled with a number of achievements in a wide variety of fields ... and that’s where 365 comes in, with the return of the annual 365 Impact Awards, recognizing the individuals, companies and organizations that made the biggest impact in their given fields during the year.
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Sustainable Workouts
| Why depend on a piece of equipment or a facility for exercise when we already have an unbelievable facility around us with an amazing view. Dubuque provides scenic views, unique parks and monuments, and enough rolling hills for all of us.
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365 tours the new Hotel Julien Dubuque
| Anticipation for the reopening of the Hotel Julien Dubuque has been high ever since workers first started tearing the 1960s-era façade off the historic hotel formerly known as the Julien Inn back in the spring of 2007. But let’s get one thing straight right away: The more than 28 million dollar renovation and restoration project will not be complete until late spring or early summer of this year, so don’t start packing your overnight bag just yet. (Don’t worry; we’ll check back when grand opening time comes around.)
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See Mary Poppins the Musical in Chicago!
| Security State Bank in Cascade is hosting a trip to the Windy City to see Mary Poppins at an afternoon performance at the Cadillac Palace Theatre on Wednesday, May 6th.
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Meet Sheila Samuelson: Dubuque's New Sustainability Coordinator
| Being the progressive city that it is, Dubuque recently announced the appointment of Sheila Samuelson to the new position of Sustainable Community Coordinator. In the new role, Samuelson will be responsible for “developing, implementing and maintaining the City’s sustainability plan and programs.”
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A Look at Winter Farmers' Market
| With just one activity, you could live a greener lifestyle, eat healthier, and support local non-profits and your local economy. You might even lose weight or make new friends! What is this miracle activity, you ask? Shopping at Dubuque’s Winter Farmers’ Market.
Now in its second year, Dubuque’s Winter Farmers’ Market boasts a better location with more vendors and a wider variety to offer than ever before.
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Growing Sustainable Communities Conference set for Feb. 19
| Dubuque’s second annual “Growing Sustainable Communities” conference will be held on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2009. The public is invited to attend the event, sponsored by the City of Dubuque and Alliant Energy, which will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grand River Center in the Port of Dubuque. Cost to attend is $20 per person, which includes lunch.
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2008 in Review and 2009's Forecast
| It’s probably safe to say that 2008 will be one that history remembers, from the sub-prime mortgage crisis and the resulting market meltdown to Michael Phelps winning eight Olympic gold medals, from recession and record gas prices to the election of Barack Obama, the United States’ first African-American President. Whether we’re talking crisis or accomplishment, 2008 had some pretty big stories.
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Park Visitors Sitting More Comfortably With Alliant Energy Support
| Alliant Energy Foundation provides grant to Friends of the Mines of Spain
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How to Choose the Correct Tires for Your Vehicle
| A short description of what all of the tire markings mean, and what they are used for in the tire selection process.
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Dubuque's Odd/Even Parking Policy Changed
| Dubuque’s odd/even snow route parking policy was amended in July and the change will be enforced this season. Parking on the route is now prohibited for the entire declaration period.
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Dubuque Hires Sustainable Community Coordinator
| Dubuque City Manager Michael Van Milligen has appointed Sheila Samuelson to the new City position of Sustainable Community Coordinator. She will begin her employment on January 19, 2009.
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Key2SafeDriving
| Six percent of drivers on the road are talking on their cell phones while driving, and 10 percent of driving teenagers are either talking or texting. Xuesong Zhou, an assistant professor at the University of Utah, realized these statistics and developed a gadget to help decrease the numbers.
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Loras College Athletics and Wellness Center Goes Green
| Alliant Energy to present the school with $327,000 in energy efficiency rebates
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The New Diamond Jo Casino Opens
| What a difference a year can make. Announced last December – almost exactly one year ago – the new Diamond Jo Casino is open. With a whole slate of upcoming shows scheduled at the Mississippi Moon Bar and a brand new casino set in a huge entertainment facility, it’s fair to say that the Port of Dubuque and in fact the entire Dubuque entertainment landscape is about to experience a major transformation.
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A New Era of Entertainment Begins
| Given that in the pages of this issue of 365ink we've covered the luxurious gaming amenities, restaurants, bowling lanes and more of the new Diamond Jo Casino, it would be remiss of us to forget about yet another exciting aspect of this new entertainment facility: The live entertainment itself!
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Gov. Sarah Palin Steps Down
Yesterday, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin announced she'd be resigning on July 26th. NPR's Martin Kaste reports.
Politics This Week: Palin, Jackson, Afghanistan
Host Scott Simon speaks with NPR News Analyst Juan Williams about the announcement of Sarah Palin's resignation, Michael Jackson and Afghanistan.
Redefining Citizenship In The Digital Age
Host Scott Simon speaks to Andrew Rasiej, founder of the Personal Democracy Forum, about redefining citizenship in the digital age. Rasiej also talks about what social media and technology experts have learned in the aftermath of Iran's disputed elections.
American Revolution War Museum Rebuffed
A final Revolutionary War battle has come to an end. Plans for a $200 million museum complex inside Valley Forge National Historical Park — where George Washington's army once camped — have been scrapped. After vocal opposition and legal challenges, the planned American Revolution Center will now be built about 25 miles away, in the heart of Philadelphia. Peter Crimmins reports.
Will Madoff's Fate Comfort Victims?
Host Scott Simon talks to New York Times business columnist Joe Nocera about the Bernie Madoff sentencing and what it means for victims of the Ponzi scheme.
Acetaminophen Concerns Prompt FDA Recommendation
A panel of experts from the Food and Drug Administration has recommended lowering levels of acetaminophen in prescription and over-the-counter drugs because of concerns about liver damage. Host Scott Simon talks to NPR's Joanne Silberner about the proposed changes.
Tour De France Takes Off
The Tour de France starts today in Monaco, and despite all the turmoil and troubles of recent times, this year's Tour is forecast to be one of the most exciting ever. The organizers hope to re-emphasize the race as a test of the riders, not their supporting technology. Drug testing will be tougher than ever, and Lance Armstrong will be hoping to restore his reputation as King of the Tour against some fierce competition. Host Scott Simon talks with Eleanor Beardsley in Paris.
As Military Ban Persists, So Does Strain On Gays
President Obama this week pledged to push for change to the military's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. While it remains in place, gay servicemen and women continue to keep their lives — and their partners — hidden from the military or risk dismissal.
MLB Calls Foul On Cape Cod Baseball Uniforms
The Cape Cod Baseball League in Massachusetts has landed in hot water with Major League Baseball, which accuses Cape Cod's league of trademark infringement by using MLB team names. Peter Troy, president of the Chatham, Mass., Anglers, formerly the Chatham Athletics, talks about the situation.
Alaska Gov. Palin To Resign
Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, who was Republican Sen. John McCain's running mate in the 2008 presidential campaign, says she will resign from office July 26.
Gov. Ted Strickland On Ohio's Budget Impasse
Ohio is facing a $3.2 billion shortfall in its finances. Gov. Ted Strickland has proposed slots at racetracks and spending cuts, but has not been able to reach a deal with the Legislature. The state is operating on a temporary budget for the next few days.
Families Of 'America's Battalion' Wait For News
Marines with the 2nd Battalion, 8th Regiment, known as "America's Battalion," are part of the force that has launched a major assault in southern Afghanistan. On the night they went into battle, families at home heard the news — and began reaching out for information about loved ones.
Rare Copy Of Declaration Found In England
An original copy of the Declaration of Independence was recently discovered in the British National Archives. Edward Hampshire, the diplomatic and colonial specialist at the archives, talks with Melissa Block about the discovery of the 26th copy of the document.
70-Year-Old Reservist, Surgeon Returns To Iraq
Col. Hector Henry is one of only three doctors over the age of 70 who have agreed to come out of retirement and serve active duty since Sept. 11, 2001, according to the U.S. Army Reserves Medical Command. The urologist, City Council member and grandfather of three says he promised his wife it would be his last tour.
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