Alta Vista Campus

Creative Drama Games

January 25 – April 18, 2024
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 9-14
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact AmeriCorps
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
In this fun, high-energy workshop, participants will play a series of drama-based games designed to inspire creativity, confidence, and collaboration. No theatre experience needed, just bring yourself and be ready to play!

Family Book Bingo

January 20 – April 20, 2024
Start Time 2 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Families
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact AmeriCorps
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Grab your family and try your luck at book bingo! We have great hardcover and paperback book prizes for kids.

Ice Skating Classes

April 30 – August 6, 2024
Start Time 6:30p.m.
RSVP By April 28, 2024
Location ImOn Arena 1800 Admiral Sheehy Dr. Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Pre K- High School
Cost $40.00
Organization Dubuque Learn to Skate
Contact Rebecca Menzynski
Phone (563) 275-6576
Website dbqskating.org
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Additional Information
Stay cool with us all spring and summer long. All skaters ages 3 and up are eligible to register for spring and summer ice skating classes. Whether your skater is looking for a future in hockey or figure skating. Dubuque Learn to Skate is the place to get started on ice.

Teen Advisory Group – Teen Hangout

January 30 – April 30, 2024
Start Time 5:15p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 12-18
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Games, crafts, and more! Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Questions? Call Haidee at (563) 589-4225, ext. 2248.

Dubuque Judo Club Registration

September 28 – May 1, 2024
Location University of Dubuque Stoltz Sport Center - 1050 McCormick Street
Event For All students K-12
Cost 1st three classes are free then $50 semester
Organization Dubuque Judo Club
Contact Jeff Lang
Phone (563) 599-8389
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Additional Information
Dubuque Judo Club Registration

Book Edges Painting

April 30, 2024
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 12-18
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Give your books a little extra flare with this unique approach. This increasingly popular viral craft turns books into mini masterpieces. Materials provided; however, participants may bring their own books to paint. Registration is required.

Earth Day Art Display

April 15 – April 30, 2024
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For All Ages
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Bailey Keimig-Gehrke
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Celebrate Earth Day during your next visit to the library by helping us decorate the children’s department with upcycled newspaper art! We’ll supply the materials, and you’ll supply the creativity.

Nurse’s Week 2024- Nurses make the difference.

May 6 – May 12, 2024
RSVP By May 3, 2024
Location UnityPoint Health, Finley Hospital Attn: Jenni Scott 350 North Grandview Ave Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For all age groups
Cost Free
Organization UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital
Contact Jenni Scott
Phone (563) 589-2661
Additional Information
We are looking for students of the Dubuque Community School District to create and decorate letters to nurses of UnityPoint Finley Hospital for Nurse's Week 2024 which will be celebrated 5/6/24-5/12-24. We would like to receive all cards by 5/3/24. Cards can be sent to, UnityPoint Health, Finley Hospital Attn: Jenni Scott 350 North Grandview Ave Dubuque, IA 52001

Auditions and Crew-Sign Up for Our Youth Show, Seussical

May 17 – May 18, 2024
Start Time Friday 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-12 noon & 1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Location Bell Tower Theater, 2728 Asbury Rd, Dubuque
Event For Ages 7 to 18
Cost Free
Organization Bell Tower Theater
Contact Miki Robinson
Phone (563) 588-3377
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Additional Information
Bell Tower Theater is holding auditions and crew sign-up for our 17th-Annual Summer Musical, Seussical. Roles in the cast are open to kids 7 to 16. Crew positions are open to kids 7 to 18. Participation is free. Find more details on the Free Summer Musical Program page of belltowertheater.net.

FASST Summer Track Club

June 3 – June 26, 2024
Start Time 5:15 p.m.
RSVP By May 19, 2024
Location University of Dubuque Outdoor Track
Event For All grade levels
Cost $85-$105 depending on grade level
Organization FASST LLC
Contact Melissa Gunnelson
Phone (563) 580-6066
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Additional Information
Summer track club for students entering K-12 this fall; learn more about track and field events and have fun! Practices Mon and Wed, June 3 - June 26 with a track meet on the last day.

Young Parent Support Group

October 19 – May 31, 2024
Location 2005 Asbury Rd- Hillcrest Family Services
Event For Young parents, geared towards high school students
Cost free
Organization Hillcrest Family Services
Contact Amelia Winkelman
Phone (563) 275-3198
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Additional Information
The expectant and parenting program/young parent support group supports youth aged 19-20 and younger through a support group. The group provides a space where young parents are able to meet and discuss areas they need support in or want to learn more about.

Free Tutoring

October 2 – May 31, 2023
Start Time 3:00-5:00pm
Location 1157 Central Ave, Dubuque IA 52001
Event For Middle and High School Students
Cost FREE
Organization Multicultural Family Cener
Contact Bailey Galle
Phone (563) 582-3681
Website www.mfcdbq.org
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Additional Information
Tutoring in all subjects available to grades 6-12 Middle School- Monday & Wednesday from 3:30-5 High School- Tuesday & Thursday from 3:30-5

Rising Star Theatre Company Summer Workshops

June 10 – June 28, 2024
RSVP By June 5, 2024
Location TBA
Event For K-12
Cost $100-$175 with scholarships availabe
Organization Rising Star Theatre Company
Contact Megan Elizabeth Schumacher
Phone (563) 231-0110
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Additional Information
Rising Star Theatre Company is offering five summer workshop opportunities for students of all ages. From musical offerings to an audition workshop to improv and even a camp for the little ones, RSTC has something for everyone! Sign up at: https://risingstartheatrecompany.com/education.cfm

Summer Diving Camp

June 4 – July 18, 2024
Start Time 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
RSVP By June 18, 2024
Location Hempstead Aquatic Center
Event For 4th-12th graders
Cost $100
Organization HHS Summer Diving Camp
Contact Megan Rush
Phone (563) 581-1189
Additional Information
Athletes 4th grade to 12th grade can come and try diving. We will be going through front and back approaches, new dives and proper water entry.

Math and Data Science Summer program: Strength in Numbers

July 15 – July 17, 2024
Start Time 8:00 a.m.
RSVP By June 30, 2024
Location University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Event For High school students
Cost $315
Organization University of Wisconsin - Platteville
Contact Daniel Wackwitz
Phone (319) 855-8630
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Additional Information
Students will participate in classes and hands-on activities exploring mathematics, data science, and their integration across STEM disciplines. They will have the opportunity to interact with many college students and staff and explore the university in this full college experience.

Summer Camp at Camp Bear Creek

June 16 – July 26, 2024
Location Camp Bear Creek, 9106 42nd Ave., Wyoming, IA 52362
Event For Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
Cost Pricing is based on program & tier selected
Organization Camp Bear Creek
Contact Stacie Hoppman
Phone (563) 488-3893
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Additional Information
Camp Bear Creek is a Christian Summer Camp located in Wyoming, Iowa, just 45 minutes from Marion! We offer partial and week-long sleep away camps for kids in grades K-12. Join us for general camp programs or choose a specialty camp like Music, Arts, & Drama, Sports, Water Adventures, and more!

Clarke University Summer Camps 2024

March 30 – July 26, 2024
Location Clarke University Campus
Event For Varying grades Pre-K through 12th grade
Cost Varies
Organization Clarke University
Contact Gayle Langel
Phone (563) 588-6492
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Additional Information
Clarke University is thrilled to host some of your favorite long-standing summer activities and introduce a few new ones for 2024! Programs cover a wide range of ages and interests, each proudly led by Clarke faculty with the help of area professionals and alumni.

Camp Ewalu

June 9 – August 9, 2024
Location 37776 Alpha Ave., Strawberry Point, IA 52076
Event For Elementary, middle school and high school students
Cost Most programs range from $150 to $525. Camp scholarships available if cost is an obstacle!
Organization Camp Ewalu
Contact Steph Boeding
Phone (515) 205-2853
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Additional Information
REGISTER NOW for summer camp at Ewalu Camp & Retreat Center! Programs for grades 1-12 & special needs As an accredited Lutheran-Christian outdoor ministry, Ewalu offers a variety of programs all summer for youth, guided by trained counselors. No child is turned away for reasons of financial need.

Ainsley’s Angels Events

May 4 – November 21, 2024
Location Various locations in Dubuque
Event For Elementary, Middle, High School students and adults
Organization Ainsley’s Angels of Eastern Iowa
Contact Aulanda Krause
Phone (563) 495-1575
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Additional Information
Ainsley’s Angels is actively looking for new: Rider Athletes, Angel Runners, Volunteers and Sponsors. Become an Ainsley’s Angels Rider at no cost and all equipment provided for you. Come join us at any or all of these race opportunities!