JULY 8–JULY 21, 2021 ISSUE #386

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2 365INK MAGAZINE July 8–July 21, 2021 Issue #386 DUBUQUE365.COM A couple of weeks ago as I was wrap- While he was here, they had met with ping up the last issue of 365ink, I got a a number of people. I think it’s okay for call from a friend seeing if I’d be free on me to say that, yes, he did meet with Tuesday night to come down and interview Clarke University while he visited and George Martin. I immediately thought, talked about his time there and more. You um… George Martin died years ago. You can imagine the complex web of busi- know, he’s like the fifth Beatle. But, no, he ness deals, licensing agreements, and wasn’t talking about THAT George Martin. other legal mumbo-jumbo that bombards He was talking about George R.R. Martin, his life each day. And meetings take the guy who wrote the ridiculously famous up a lot of his time. His people have to Game of Thrones series (or at least 5 of protect access to him; because he’s so GEORGE R.R. MARTIN WITH BRYCE PARKS the 7 so far). While Tuesday was dead- nice, people would be constantly pulling line night for 365ink... um, yeah, I think I him in a million directions. Most of the can make time for George R.R. Martin. time, he lets his lawyers and managers We did not spend much time together, real diner-style breakfast before they went The interview was only necessary if worry about the details after he decides and I have to say, when assistant Sid to the airport in the morning, and Bob and there was something to talk about publicly whether he likes an idea or not. I think came back down after George went off I answered in tandem, “Sunshine.” Know following Mr. Martin’s three-day visit to I need lawyers and managers too! to bed was maybe the most interesting your city, know your audience, I say! Dubuque. It turns out that, while the three They also had a number of adven- part of my experience. She gave us the Thanks to John and Bob for the invite days were immensely successful and tures, from a trip to Paul’s Big Game Tap third-person perspective on the life of and for tenaciously working to get George productive, there would not be a need for to dinner at Marco’s Italian Restaurant, this former Dubuquer, as someone who R.R. Martin back to his one-time home. an interview. But it’s good to know people one of George’s favorite places from knows him well and clearly loves the Once people of note are ever part of because I got invited down to have drinks back during his time here. And when guy like another dad. She is one of his Dubuque, we seem to hang onto them with George in the courtyard at Gary Dol- he took a private ride on the Riverboat “minions,” as he calls his assistants, and like they were always our own. Ask Tony phin’s Iron Bar anyway. So after 10 p.m. on Twilight, he himself lit up. I guess it was she called him Georgie. Among many Danza, Greg Gumbel and, of course, Kate Tuesday, I walked outside into the amazing a true highlight of the visit. A huge fan of stories, she confirmed that his trip back Mulgrew. Make room on the mantel for new space created at the Novelty Iron paddle wheelers and river stories, Martin to his past here was completely positive George. Hopefully his shadow over our Works building, and there was the man beamed as he toured the boat with boat and enjoyable, and he had a great time. little corner of the Mid-Westeros con- himself, unmistakable in his gray beard, owner and massive GoT fan, Carrie Stier Before she turned in for the night, she tinues and becomes a more permanent suspenders and, most iconically, the black (whose cosplay of Olenna Tyrell is killer). asked where she could take George for a part of his, and our, joined legacies. n fisherman’s cap, sipping on a mixed drink Oh, and, yeah, in case you’re thinking on the couch. That hat gets him swarmed I suck because I got to meet him and you by fans when he’s out, but his assistant, didn’t, just know that I’ve read the books. Sid, said if he takes it off, he can often All of them. Even Fire & Blood and A Knight get by in public. How Superman is that? of the Seven Kingdoms. So I’m a legit fan No, I’m sorry I can’t tell you precisely getting to meet a favorite. I also always why he was in Dubuque. If I told you, I’d hate when people get a chance to meet have to kill you, Ramsay Bolton-style. But my heroes and they don’t really appreci- hopefully, it will all come to fruition and ate the opportunity they’re getting or just we can talk about it again before too long. don’t care. But I played it cool, I swear. He had been at his alma mater, North- I feel kind of bad for the guy. When we western University outside of Chicago, took a pic together, he mused that as soon to get an honorary doctorate that week as I put it online, all that people would say and made the swing over to Dubuque to was, “Why is he drinking with Bryce and visit for a few days. This is all due to the not writing?” ... and he was not wrong. His original contacts and ongoing conversa- assistant confirmed that the three ques- tions with John Finn, who now manages tions he gets constantly are: “How did you Dolph’s Iron Bar, and subsequently Bob feel about the end of the show,” “When Johnson, the Dubuque-based developer is the next book coming,” and “How is who owns the Novelty Iron Works building. your health?” as if he’s on a death watch. Somehow, they got the legendary writer to So, yeah, I’m definitely glad I did not ask come back to town when so many others those questions. Therefore, don’t expect who have been trying to do so for years spoilers here, other than I know he did a lot have not been able to make it happen. of writing during COVID. In fact, the truth Many know by now that Martin once is, he does not leave his Sante Fe home taught at Clarke College (now Univer- very often at all. Sid said they went out sity) for three years back in the late ‘70s maybe three times in a year. And it seems and lived down on Jackson Street. He he doesn’t really understand his own fame wrote his first big hit novel,Fevre Dream, very well. He knows he’s famous, and while in Dubuque, and while he did not admits he’s rich, but doesn’t get why peo- write Game of Thrones here, Dubuque is ple think he or his life are anything people where many of the ideas and plans for would care about. It would seem that the book series came to him. The bluffs, achieving fame later in life also gave him the harsh winters, and more would play the clarity of mind to deal with it like an into the world of Westeros one day. adult rather than blow it out of proportion.

DUBUQUE365.COM Issue #386 July 8–July 21, 2021 365INK MAGAZINE 3 Events Millwork Night Market THURSDAYS: JULY 8, AUGUST 12, SEPTEMBER 9, AND OCTOBER 14 @ 5–8 PM 7TH–9TH AND JACKSON ST Millwork Night Market provides a fun, fam- ily-friendly entertainment option for peo- ple who want to support regional farmers, artists, and original musicians in a vibrant outdoor atmosphere on the second Thurs- day from 5 to 8 p.m., May through October. Founded by Andie Donnan and Danielle the end of each event. Bring your own Stowell, the series of events has estab- water bottle to refill at 7th and Jackson lished a lively market and entertainment or purchase beverages from vendors. destination in the Historic Millwork District, They’ve curated a vendor list of some of while putting shoppers in touch with the most sustainable farmers in the region the amazing farmers, food producers, who are employing best-management land artists and artisans that we have in the practices that protect our land, water, and Tri-State area. Their mission is to provide food. These small family farms are more a unique nightlife shopping experience than just “organic;” they’re environmental and enhance Dubuque’s Historic Millwork stewards of the region. The magic mix of District mantra of “live, work, play.” quality offerings, interesting venue, and Millwork Night Market is also the first urban vibe came together to make this and only market in Dubuque commit- event an instant favorite with Tri-Staters. ted to being a Toward Zero Waste event, For a list of vendors and more informa- sorting all waste collected on-site at tion, visit MillworkNightMarket.com. n

Food Truck Friday MUSICAL GUEST: ANDY WILBERDING FRIDAYS: JULY 9, AUGUST 20, AND SEPTEMBER 10 @ 11 AM–1 PM WASHINGTON PARK (700 LOCUST ST) Walk, bike, or drive to Washington Andy Wilberding has been playing Park where food trucks will line the the guitar for 50 years and performing streets, ready to celebrate the end of in the area since 1969. He does classics the week with you. Brought to you by by artists like James Taylor, Jim Croce, Travel Dubuque, Food Truck Friday Simon & Garfunkel, Gordon Lightfoot, takes place every second Friday from The Rolling Stones, The Eagles, and many 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., May through October. others. Additional musical performances Enjoy lunch from Bob & Lou’s, Bue- include Maureen Kilgore on Aug. 20 nie Bottoms Outdoor Grill, Candle and John Moran on Sept. 10. Live music Ready Cakes, Happi Hibachi, Magoo’s is sponsored by 365ink Magazine. Pizza, and Vesperman Farms Ice Cream. For more information, visit Vendors may vary each month. TravelDubuque.com. n

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SAT 7/10 Dubuque Elks Virtual Vineyard plus receive 25 percent too far with their creation of FRI 7/16 Open House Murder Mystery off a Matter product from this year’s Virus of the Year? 11 AM–3 PM @ DUBUQUE 7–9 PM @ ONLINE Verilife Cannabis Dispensary. One thing’s for sure, no one Elizabeth’s 100th ELKS #297 Who stabbed winery Consumption is encour- is going anywhere after the Community Fair The open house includes food, employee Enrich Newgate aged but not required. Full keynote speaker is suddenly 7 AM @ ELIZABETH, IL drinks, and entertainment. during a wine tasting event? bar. Taught by Heather killed, and it’s up to you to July 16 at 7 a.m., July 17 9018 Military Rd. elks.org. Be prepared to interrogate Houzenga. $65 per ses- help solve what or who truly at 8 a.m., July 19 at 9 a.m. Tri-Basin Summer six murder “suspects” at this sion. 500 Wild Indigo LN, is the killer. Performed by the Experience small-town life at Clean-Up Series interactive mystery event. Galena, IL. 319-849-8162. Brew Ha Ha Players. RSVP. its best! Great food, vendors, 9–11 AM @ NATIONAL You’ll have a chance to ask VisitGalena.org. $59.95. 563-583-6100. music, beer tent, and more. MISSISSIPPI RIVER the suspects questions using StoneCliffWinery.com. Dairy and sheep show, dairy MUSEUM & AQUARIUM your audio or the Zoom chat. Sundaes in the goat show, inflatable rides, Meet at the River Museum at Hosted by the Platteville Gardens Fantasy Truck Pullers, local the red paddlewheel. Supplies Author Talk and Book Public Library. Ages 18+. Free. 2–3:30 PM @ DUBUQUE THU 7/15 pro wrestling, parade, and including gloves, bags, trash Signing: Kristi PlattevillePublicLibrary.org. ARBORETUM & kids activities. $12 Adults, grabbers, and vests will be Hemmer BOTANICAL GARDENS Antiracism Book $6 kids ages 13 and up, $3 provided. BYO supplies if you 2:30–4 PM @ RIVER Enjoy complimentary ice Club: Caste ages 6–12. 310 North West St, have them. The series is part LIGHTS BOOKSTORE SUN 7/11 cream sundaes at McKay 6–7:30 PM @ ONLINE Elizabeth, IL. 815-218-0597. of an ongoing effort to create Dubuque native Kristi Plaza at the Dubuque Arbo- In Caste: The Origins of Our ElizabethCommunityFair.com. healthier and safer water- Hemmer is on tour with her retum. Free. 3800 Arbo- Discontents, Pulitizer-prize sheds, preserve our natural new release, Quit Being So retum Dr. 563-556-2100. winning author Isabel The Screwlywed Game resources, and promote water- Good. The book addresses DubuqueArboretum.net. Wilkerson gives us a master- 6–8 PM @ AMELIA’S UNDER shed stewardship. Hosted by the underlying message ful portrait of how America THE LAMPLIGHT DINNER the City of Dubuque, Dubuque females of every age are Murder Mystery today and throughout its THEATER (GALENA, IL) Metropolitan Area Solid told: “You’re too much. Quit Dinner: COOTIES history has been shaped July 16 and 17. Enjoy a Waste Agency, Green Iowa being you. You don’t belong. Puff N’ Paint 5 PM @ STONE CLIFF WINERY by a hidden caste system, night of dinner and a show AmeriCorps, and the National Wait your turn. Be quiet. 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM, Epi-Con, the ultimate annual a rigid hierarchy of human with this variation on the Mississippi River Museum & Quit being so good.” Quit AND 6:30 PM @ ASHTON convention for epidemics, rankings. RSVP required. classic Newlywed Game. Aquarium. RSVP requested. Being So Good is a call to HILL FARM (GALENA, IL) is a fan favorite for people Free. ShakeRagAlley.org. $67.95 Adults, $44.95 [email protected]. moxie: to be unapologetic. The guided art lesson excited for a sneak peek at children. 129 S Main St, cityofdubuque.org/ 1098 Main St. 563-556-4391. includes all materials the latest and greatest deadly Galena, IL. 815-994-2868. summercleanups. RiverLights.com. needed for a 16×20 painting diseases. Did researchers go AmeliasTours.com.

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Asbury Music in the Park SATURDAY, JULY 10 @ NOON–1 PM ASBURY PARK (SPRINGREEN AND ASBURY RD) A staple event for the City of Asbury, Music in the Park takes place in Asbury Park on Saturday, July 10, and runs from noon to 11 p.m. This free family event features and you can buy burgers, hot dogs, a variety of music, entertainment, food, pizza, popcorn, and more from Fred- children’s games, and family activities all die’s Popcorn, Magoo’s Pizza, and Just day long, presented by Premier Bank. 4 Kicks. Don’t worry, they didn’t forget Entertainment during the daytime starts cold beer from the Asbury Civic & Rec at 12:15 p.m. in the Wagner Pavilion and Foundation (no carry-ins please). includes Relative Jazz, Kristina Casteñada Shuttle service will be available that and Shawn Healy, Ralph Kluseman and day with stops throughout Asbury as well Johnnie Walker, and the Hangin’ Around as several outlying areas. Whether you Band. The evening’s headline entertain- live in Asbury or not, this is one great ment comes from the party band Sushi community festival, perfect for kids and Roll from 7 to 11 p.m. Hailing from Chicago, families and located in a safe, fun park Sushi Roll is made up of one part driving environment. It’s a great close-by destina- rock band, one part light-hearted pop, and tion for families across the Dubuqueland one part over-the-top theatrical verve! area… and it’s free thanks to Premier Other activities include inflatable Band as well as Collins Community rides, games for prizes, face paint- Credit Union, Dupaco Community Credit ing, Miller’s petting zoo, balloon ani- Union, MidWestOne Bank, and more. For mals, and RMB Magic. Additionally, US more information, call 563-556-7106 Bank will be giving out free ice cream, or visit CityOfAsbury.com. n

Field of Dreams 2021 First Responders Appreciation Day SATURDAY, JULY 10 @ NOON FIELD OF DREAMS MOVIE SITE (28995 LANSING RD, DYERSVILLE, IA) The 2nd Annual First Responders Apprecia- tion Day fundraiser event on Saturday, July 10 at noon, is your chance to show your appreciation for our first responders through a day of fun, family, and baseball! Head to the Field of Dreams Movie Site County Emergency Responder Training in Dyersville, IA, to enjoy a performance by Facility enables firefighters, law enforce- the legendary Ghost Players as they come ment officers, and EMS workers to train out of the corn and perform their famous under real-life emergency situations comedy routine and interact with the while doing so in a safe and controlled crowd. Grab your seat for 7-inning baseball environment. The Chicago Police Memo- games featuring baseball teams from rial Foundation provides support and the Chicago Police Department, Chicago assistance to the families of Chicago Fire Department, Dallas Fire Department, police officers who are killed or cata- and New York Police Department. Then strophically injured in the line of duty. enjoy live music with a performance by Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for country music star Jake Dodds! The night children ages 12 and under, and active will end the way it should with a showing and retired first responders get in free of the Field of Dreams in the outfield. by showing their badge or proof of ID. Proceeds go toward the Dubuque View the full event itinerary and County Emergency Responders Training purchase your tickets in advance Facility and the Chicago Police Depart- at FieldOfDreamsMovieSite.com ment Memorial Foundation. The Dubuque or call 563-587-8404. n

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SAT 7/17 is one of only four in Iowa and MON 7/19 WED 7/21 SAT 7/24 the only one to perform on the Prairie League Mississippi River! Head south Fun Day of Lock and Dam 12 for great 11 AM @ CENTENNIAL family entertainment with PARK (EPWORTH, IA) bare-footing, jumping, human Help celebrate the longest pyramids, glittery costumes, A Picnic & A Play: running semi-pro league music, and powerful towboats. L.May Book Group: Step Two by Brendon in Iowa. 2021 marks 75 Free. 563-590-0990. Born a Crime Ghost Player “Greatest Smith consecutive years and 85 facebook.com/skibellevue. 6:30 PM @ L.MAY EATERY Show on Dirt” Show 1 PM @ SHAKE RAG ALLEY total years of Prairie League Discuss Born a Crime: Stories 1 PM @ FIELD OF DREAMS STAGE (MINERAL POINT, WI) Baseball. There will be two Southwest Music from a South African Childhood SheUnites: Women MOVIE SITE (DYERSVILLE, IA) Brendon Smith has had seven Prairie League games (11 a.m. Festival by Trevor Noah. Noah’s unlikely Talking Money July 24 and Aug. 21. This of his one-act plays and one and 2:30 p.m.), an old-timers 5 PM–MIDNIGHT @ 2ND ST, path from apartheid South 6–7:30 PM @ SMOKESTACK interactive comedy show is co-written full-length play game (1 p.m.), homerun PLATTEVILLE, WI Africa to the desk of The Daily It is time for women to feel a memorable experience for produced in Wisconsin; some derby (4 p.m.), prizes, music Platteville Regional Chamber’s Show began with a criminal more empowered talking the entire family. Conces- of these have also won state- (6 p.m.), and fun for all. Annual Southwest Music Fes- act: his birth. Trevor was born about making, spending, sions and autographs with wide or national contests. He Proceeds will be donated to tival on historic Second Street to a white Swiss father and a investing, and earning the Ghost Players available. lives in Madison. Six Wiscon- Miracle League of Dubuque. features music from Just Jake black Xhosa mother at a time money. Hear from Logan Upgrade to VIP to enjoy the sin playwrights will present 501 1st Ave NE, Epworth, IA. at 5 p.m., The Other Brothers when such a union was punish- Lynch, She Unites Board show from the porch of the original plays in progress at at 7 p.m., and Road Trip at able by five years in prison. Member, sales coach, and Field of Dreams Farm House Shake Rag Alley’s intimate 9 p.m. plus games, raffle, pull Living proof of his parents’ physical therapist entrepre- plus a complimentary tour of outdoor theater, Alley Stage. tabs, and more. Bring your indiscretion, he was hidden neur, where she will help the house before the show, Besides being fun to watch, a own lawn chairs. No carry ins. from a government that could turn your money mindset a ballpark meal, and an staged reading is an impor- Advance tickets available at steal him away. After South around. SheUnites is an autographed Field of Dreams tant way a playwright can Red N Deb’s Bar & Grill-Platte- Africa was liberated, Trevor inclusive women’s group leather baseball by the Ghost get important feedback from Ski Bellevue Water ville, Platteville VFW Bar, and and his mother lived openly in Dubuque, working to Players themselves. Bring a an audience and determine Ski Show Platteville Regional Chamber. and freely and embraced connect women across the chair and sunscreen! Free for what their next steps are with 4 PM @ 701 S RIVERVIEW ST, Ages 21+. $15 Advance; $20 the opportunities won by region through education, GA. 28995 Lansing Rd, Dyers- the script. RSVP by July 23. BELLEVUE, IA door. Platteville.com. a centuries-long struggle. philanthropy, mutual sup- ville, IA. 563-875-8404. $5. 18 Shake Rag St, Mineral July 17, Aug. 7, and Aug. 21. 1072 Main St. 563-556-4391. port, and more. Free. 62 E fodmoviesite.com/ Point, WI. 608-987-3292. Bellevue’s water ski show team RiverLights.com. 7th St. SheUnitesIowa.com. ghost-saturday-shows. shakeragalley.org.

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THEISEN’S LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAM Summer Ice The Great Skating Classes Galena Brew Fest TUESDAYS: JULY 13–AUGUST 17 @ 6:45 PM–7:15 PM SATURDAY, JULY 17 @ 1–4 PM Cardboard Boat Race MYSTIQUE COMMUNITY ICE CENTER CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN AND RESORT SUNDAY, JULY 25 @ 1 PM (1800 ADMIRAL SHEEHY DR) (8700 W CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RD, GALENA IL) DUBUQUE MARINA AND YARDARM Beat the Heat with Theisen’s Learn to Skate Sum- Savor local and regionally crafted brews, wine, (1201 SHIRAS AVE EXT) mer Ice Skating Classes at the Mystique Ice Cen- and spirits atop the beautiful mountain at Chest- Come watch people show off their creative ter. Enjoy the cool, refreshing air at the ice arena nut Mountain Resort, overlooking the Missis- designs of cardboard boats then see if they will during the heat of summer on Tuesdays from sippi River. The second annual Galena Brew Fest sink or float! The day will be filled with boat July 13 through Aug. 17 at 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. takes place Saturday, July 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. races, prizes, food, drinks, and entertainment. The lessons learned in ice skating are also lessons in Local and regional beer, wine, and spirits will Be WOWed or be entertained as some sink! life. Ice skating teaches perseverance, concentration, be highlighted at this benefit for Galena ARC with The free, family-friendly event takes place at how to handle successes along with disappointments, activities and music in addition to the on-site res- the Dubuque Marina and Yardarm on Sunday, confidence, and self esteem. At Theisen’s Learn To taurant and lodging. Your admission includes a July 25. Racing runs from 1 to 4 p.m., but stick Skate, the classes are filled with fun and taught by pro- wristband, glass, and 24 samplings so you can try around from 3 to 6 p.m. for live entertainment by fessional instructors using curriculum developed by the a variety of brews throughout the afternoon. Florida Yard Dog Charlie from Fort Myers, FL. Learn to Skate USA and endorsed by USA Hockey. Tra- You must be 21 to purchase tickets and enter Raffle tickets and fundraising flags will be avail- ditional group, preschool, and basic hockey classes are the event. All tickets available via will-call the able for purchase. All proceeds from the Great Card- offered for all new and returning skaters ages 3 and up. day of the event for $35. Designated drivers are board Boat Race benefit the HEART program. Registration is $80 per skater. Sign up and learn invited to join for just $5. For tickets and more For more information or to register to enter your own more about the Theisen’s Learn to Skate and Dubuque information, call Galena ARC at 815-777-2248 cardboard boat creation, visit FourMounds.org or call Figure Skating by calling at DBQskating.org. n or visit galenaarc.org/galena-brew-fest. n the Dubuque Marina and Yardarm at 563-582-3653. n

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Green Drinks Thursday Tiny Town SATURDAY Ongoing & Recurring Events 2ND WED @ 6 PM Tavern Tours SMOKESTACK 3RD THU THROUGH AUG Dubuque SUNDAY MONDAY need is a camp chair, sketch- Meet up and have a drink @ 5 PM Farmers’ Market pad, and your favorite pens, with environmentally-minded MCGRATH DUBUQUE SAT THROUGH SEPT Galena Territory Milk Parties pencils, and paints. Follow friends and discuss local HARLEY-DAVIDSON @ 7 AM–NOON Farmers Market 2ND AND 4TH MON “Dubuque Urban Sketch- issues concerning global envi- Tour tiny towns for food OCT @ 8 AM–NOON SUN THROUGH OCT 10 @ 9:30–10:30 AM ers” on Facebook to see ronmental challenges. Spon- and drinks. July 15: Trucker’s NEAR 12TH AND IOWA ST @ 8 AM–NOON STATERA UPPER LEVEL where to meet each week. sored by Green Dubuque. 62 Thursday Tiny Town Iowa’s oldest farmers’ market GALENA TERRITORY Support group for moms E 7th St. GreenDubuque.org. Tavern Tours at Dirty Ernie’s offers a variety of produce, OWNERS’ CLUB (GALENA, IL) and breastfeeding babies of Mid-Week Market (Farley, IA); and Aug 19: meats, baked goods, arts and Fresh produce, baked goods, all ages, as well as pump- WED THROUGH OCT SheUnites Bent Rim (Cascade, IA). crafts, on-site prepared foods, regional meat, flowers, crafts, ing moms and pregnant @ 4–8 PM 3RD WED @ 6–7:30 PM and more. 563-588-4400. and more. 2000 Territory Dr, women. Free. 3375 Lake 11TH AND IOWA ST SMOKESTACK Taste of Summer DubuqueFarmersMarket.org. Galena, IL. 815-777-2000. Ridge Dr. 563-207-8932. Fresh local produce, beer SheUnites is an inclusive Series TheGalenaTerritory.com. stateraintegrated.com. garden from Jubeck’s New women’s group in Dubuque, 1ST THU THROUGH AUG Dyersville World Brewery, wood- working to connect women @ 6–9 PM Downtown Market Dubuque Cars Social Connections fired pizzas and fresh across the region through NATIONAL MISSISSIPPI LAST SAT JUNE–SEPT and Coffee for Singles Euchre masa enchiladas from The education, philanthropy, RIVER MUSEUM & @ 8 AM–NOON 3RD SUN THROUGH OCT 17 MON @ 6:30 PM Food Store, and live music mutual support, and AQUARIUM 3RD AVE SW AND 3RD @ 9 AM–NOON DENNY’S LUX CLUB sponsored by Michael more. Free. 62 E 7th St. Attendees of all ages are ST, DYERSVILLE, IA HOBBY LOBBY Come for friends and Breitbach and his Broken SheUnitesIowa.com. welcome to this modified More than 60 local vendors, PARKING LOT euchre. 3050 Asbury Rd. Rubber Band. 563-557-1777. version of Taste of Dubuque. food trucks, live music, and Casual meet up for car 815-297-3308. DBQFoodStore.com. Women’s Art Party Four to five different food different activities every enthusiasts. All makes/ 3RD WED @ 6:30 PM vendors will appear at each month. DyersvilleDowntown models/years welcomed! Old 20 Market LIND PAVILION of the events as well as two Market.com. Coffee and donuts available, TUESDAY WED THROUGH (MINERAL POINT, WI) live bands. Bring a lawn chair all proceeds go to Veteran’s AUG @ 4–8 PM New projects every month. or blanket. Free to attend. Platteville Freedom Center. 3925 Dodge Hot Summer DUBUQUE COUNTY Women are invited to 350 E 3rd St. 563-557-9545. Farmer’s Market St. facebook.com/dubuque Nights Cruise-In FAIRGROUNDS craft with others, learn RiverMuseum.com/taste. SAT THOUGH OCT carsandcoffee. 1ST TUE THROUGH SEPT Shop local vendors such about new materials, and @ 8 AM–NOON @ 6–9 PM as growers, producers, share techniques. $5. 411 Bellevue Farmers PLATTEVILLE CITY PARK Digital Drinks & DUBUQUE COUNTY processors, crafters, makers, Commerce St, Mineral Market (PLATTEVILLE, WI) Dialogue FAIRGROUNDS artisans, area businesses, Point, WI. 608-987-3292. THU THROUGH SEPT Homegrown and hand- 1ST SUN @ 4:30 PM All years of vehicles are food trucks and more! ShakeRagAlley.org/ @ 4–6:30 PM made products. 75 N ONLINE welcome, and there is no All ages. Free. 14569 Old womens-art-party. WATER STREET LANDING Bonson St, Platteville, Trainwreck Productions’ charge to put your vehicle Highway Rd. 563-588-1813. (BELLEVUE, IA) WI. 608-218-4374. play reading club invites on display. DJ will provide facebook.com/JodiandKT. Browse fresh produce, PlattevilleFarmers you to read a character and music, and food and drink THURSDAY herbs, baked goods, crafts, MarketWI.com. experience and discuss the will be available for purchase. MFC Teen Nights and more while enjoying scripts together. Plays vary by 14569 Old Highway Rd. WED @ 5:30–7:30 PM East Dubuque’s live music and outdoor B-1 Yoga FREE genre and style monthly. Free. 563-588-1813. DBQfair.com. MULTICULTURAL Cruisin’ Thursdays seating along the Missis- Outdoor Yoga TrainWreckProductions.org. FAMILY CENTER THU THROUGH SEPT 30 sippi River. 303 S River St, SAT THROUGH SEPT 4 Faith Writers Group Teens can enjoy dinner and @ 4–9 PM Bellevue, IA. 563-872-5830. @ 9–10 AM Arcade Meetup 3RD TUE @ 6:30–8 PM activities while hanging SINSINAWA AVE, BellevueIA.com. 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DUBUQUE365.COM Issue #386 July 8–July 21, 2021 365INK MAGAZINE 9 MOVIE NEWS Coming Soon Movie Buzz

BLACK WIDOW A conclusion to the (PG-13) long-running comedy FRIDAY, JULY 9 series Friday, which In Marvel Studios’ action- has been long in packed spy thriller Black development, is stuck Widow, Natasha Romanoff aka on hold due to disagreements between Ice Cube Black Widow confronts the and Warner Bros. In return for making Last darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous Friday, Cube is demanding the rights to the conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued previous Friday movies as well as some other by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her fi lms he made for WB, while also alleging down, Natasha must deal with her history as a discrimination. The studio has responded by spy and the broken relationships left in her wake threatening to sue for libel. long before she became an Avenger. Wonder Woman SPACE JAM: director Patty Jenkins A NEW LEGACY says that pre-produc- FRIDAY, JULY 16 tion of Rogue NBA superstar LeBron James Squadron, the next teams up with Bugs Bunny and Star Wars movie, is well underway, with the script the rest of the Looney Tunes to essentially fi nished and casting due to begin. win a basketball game and Rogue Squadron, about a team of elite X-Wing defeat the evil artifi cial intelligence known as pilots, is due for release in December 2023. Al-G Rhythm in this long-awaited sequel. Director Ilya Naishuller, ESCAPE ROOM: who helmed this year’s TOURNAMENT OF surprise hit Nobody, CHAMPIONS (PG-13) starring Bob Odenkirk, FRIDAY, JULY 16 has suggested that he Six people fi nd themselves would be interested in crossing over with the John locked in another series of Wick franchise. Both Nobody and the John Wick escape rooms, discovering fi lms are written by Derek Kolstad. John Wick 4 is what they have in common in order to survive. currently fi lming for a 2023 release. They soon discover that they’ve all played this evil game before. Filming on Black Panther: Wakanda SNAKE EYES (PG-13) Forever, the sequel to FRIDAY, JULY 23 the Oscar-winning A spin-off of the G.I. Joe series, blockbuster from 2018, this movie tells the story of a offi cially kicked off last week. Producer Kevin mysterious lone warrior known Feige says that the fi lm’s production is “very only as Snake Eyes. As he is emotional” without the late Chadwick Boseman, trained by an ancient clan of however, returning director Ryan Coogler intends ninja, he fi nds his loyalties tested when secrets to honor the actor’s legacy. Wakanda Forever is from the past are revealed. scheduled to release in July 2022.

OLD (PG-13) Vin Diesel says that FRIDAY, JULY 23 a fourth entry in the Visionary fi lmmaker M. Night Riddick franchise, Shyamalan unveils a chilling, which has been mysterious new thriller about dormant since a family on a tropical holiday 2013, is looking to actually happen. Diesel says who discover that the secluded that series writer/director David Twohy has beach where they are relaxing for a few hours completed a script, and now the job is fi nding is somehow causing them to age rapidly … time in Diesel’s schedule, between the fi nal reducing their entire lives into a single day. two Fast & the Furious movies, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and other fi lms he’s working on.

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(Late Show with David Letterman), HBO (Comic Relief, Treme) and CNN have Music on further exposed Bonerama to a wide range of unsuspecting new viewers. We had the chance to talk to Bon- Main erama founder Mark Mullins in advance of their July 18 visit to Town Clock Friday, July 16 @ 5–9 PM Plaza to see if we could not put a Town Clock Plaza (680 Main St) description on their unique sound. “This band has been so hard to define After 29 years, the rebirth of the longtime on what it is because through the course Dubuque Favorite “Dubuque… and All of a set it can change from a brass band That Jazz!” as “Music on Main” kicks off to a rock band to a funk band in seconds,” on a very high note, bringing in a cali- says Mullins. “So it’s so hard to explain to ber of touring talent as we’ve not seen people what to expect other than expect on the Town Clock stage in a while. the unexpected, a trombone-fronted band The festival returns on Friday, July 16, unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. BONERAMA 5–9 p.m. The change in the name came The truly very different sound because the organizers felt the old name comes from a lineup of three trom- targeted an aging demographic and bones, sousaphone, guitar, and drums, sound of Bonerama has become an influ- (Pepsi products, wine, ice-cold domestic was not accurate to the featured musi- delivering New Orleans standards ence and contribution to the sound of and craft beer, and hard seltzer) options cal genres of the festival which range and New Orleans funk music with a New Orleans music today. With newer are available for purchase, served by the from brass to funk to zydeco and more. little rock sneaking in there too. acts such as Trombone Shorty and Big Dubuque Kiwanis club and other volun- So much competition from other bur- “We call it Brass Funk Rock, but Sam’s Funky Nation on the national teers. The series is sponsored for the entire geoning area festivals also hurt crowd even that doesn’t hit it on the head. music scene, it’s New Orleans that has season by Prudential Financial, MidWe- sizes under the Town Clock, so it was A good time party atmosphere with benefited with a newfound reputation stOne Bank, Dubuque Bank and Trust, US simply time to shake things up. At a bit one foot in New Orleans and one as being a bonafide “Trombone Town.” Bank, Cottingham and Butler Insurance, of a risk for a festival whose name is foot everywhere else stylistically.” These bands all carry the trombone like TRICOR Insurance, Refinery Design, and so well know, but worth it for the long While the band has started to play the trophy it truly is in New Orleans. And the McGrath Family of Dealerships. term according to Dan LoBianco, execu- again post-COVID in their home-base Bonerama helped cement that in pres- So do yourself a favor and make tive director of Dubuque Main Street. area, the Dubuque show will be their ent day New Orleans music culture. this first of three editions of Music on Bonerama is a brass funk rock band first truly public concert on the road in a While enduring lineup changes, Main be the one that gets you back to from New Orleans, formed in 1998 by very long time, and from Dubuque they member displacement, tragedy, and loss the Town Clock if you haven’t been in trombone players Mark Mullins and Craig head to venues in New Orleans; Tel- over the years, the song for Bonerama a while. You will be so happy you did. Klein, who, from 1990 up until late 2006, luride, CO; and Falls Church VA, so we has remained the same: being centered And then mark your calendar to come were also members of Harry Connick Jr.’s are in some fine company. It’ll take some around their beloved trombone, city, and back on Aug. 20 when 10 of Soul, a big band. These guys are flat out the real time for national routing to get on its culture while striving for greatness with soul, funk, and blues band featuring five deal. If you enjoy great brass party music, feet, and we’re a springboard for that a fun spirit. Whether it’s their inventive vocalists and a four-piece horn sec- especially New Orleans style, then you process, making us very lucky indeed. covers or funky, rocking originals, rest tion return to the plaza. This free event simply do not want to miss this show. Local graphic designer, Mike Schmalz, assured, Bonerama will take you on your is all ages. So MEET US ON MAIN! Bonerama has always been hailed as who has long been associated with most memorable RIDE ON THE SLIDE! For more information on the Music “unlike anything you’ve ever heard before” Dubuque… and All That Jazz!, designing While connecting with friends, a variety on Main summer concert series, and that’s because it’s the best way to the iconic annual posters for the event of great local food options and beverage visit MusicOnMainStreet.org. n describe this 20 year old powerhouse (and now for Music on Main as well), had touring band from New Orleans, LA. They a connection with Craig Klein, the co- released their first of seven albums in founder of Bonerama, and was aware of 2001, the most recent being Bonerama what the band was and reached out to see plays Zeppelin in 2019. Adding the their if he could pull them up to Dubuque, IA. It biographic roots with Harry Connick Jr’s, was going to happen last year before the in 2008 Bonerama performed the national whole world got cancelled, but every- anthem at the 2008 Sugar Bowl and a joint one involved is thrilled that it could get EP with OK Go, entitled You’re Not Alone, rescheduled so quickly for this summer. to raise money for New Orleans musicians “We haven’t been to Iowa in years displaced by the 2005 Hurricane Katrina. and years. The band’s been around The band has also performed and for about 22 years and we played the recorded with countless national art- Iowa Jazz Fest over a decade ago. ists such as R.E.M., Tom Morello, Wayne We’re way overdo to get back there.” Kramer (MC5), Jill Sobule and so many The accessible high-energy music they more, all while bringing their distinctive put out is hard to define and well, people sounds from New Orleans to a national hear the band name and think it’s going to spotlight. Festivals and events such as be weird right away. And then they hear Monterey Jazz Fest to High Sierra Music the instruments that make up the band Festival, Jam Cruise, Bear Creek Festival and think, now that’s GOT TO be weird. But and of course the New Orleans Jazz & it’s not weird. It’s very friendly music. A Heritage Festival only outline the exten- very friendly band and nice mix of music. sive festival work this band has seen. In addition to changing the way National television appearances on CBS people think about the trombone, the

DUBUQUE365.COM Issue #386 July 8–July 21, 2021 365INK MAGAZINE 11 Arts Bright Lights, Big City Rising Star REHEARSALS: JULY 12–23 @ 1–4 PM PERFORMANCE: SATURDAY, JULY 24 @ 7 PM Theatre AGE: ENTERING GRADES 7–9 Hit the town with your favorite char- Company acters from musicals across the ages! This original production will feature Mini-Musicals music and scenes from Guys & Dolls, Rising Star Theatre Company offers Newsies, and Hairspray, among many mini-musical experiences in July and other musicals with that big city feel! early August for students entering 3rd through 9th grade in the fall of 2021. Once Upon a Time Each of the four sessions will be a two- REHEARSALS: JULY 26–AUG 6 @ 9 AM–NOON week-long adventure with rehearsals PERFORMANCE: SATURDAY, AUG 7 @ 2 PM running Monday through Friday in the AGE: ENTERING GRADES 3–6 Five Flags Bijou Room. The sessions Once Upon a Time takes students on conclude with a live performance on a magical musical journey through the the historic Five Flags Theater on the world of beloved fairy tales. This origi- Saturday following the final rehearsal nal production will feature music and stage for invited family and friends. scenes from Beauty and the Beast, The Students can choose to attend one Little Mermaid, and Shrek, among many or more of the sessions, and they will other storybook-based musicals! have the opportunity to sing, dance, and act out some of their favorite numbers Another Opening from musicals. There is a participation Another Show fee of $100, which also includes a T-shirt. REHEARSALS: JULY 26–AUG 6 @ 1–4 PM Cast size is limited to 20 students. PERFORMANCE: SATURDAY, AUG 7 @ 7 PM AGE: ENTERING GRADES 7–9 Disney Dreams It’s time to take the stage as we gear up for REHEARSALS: JULY 12–23 @ 9 AM–NOON another opening of another show and this PERFORMANCE: SATURDAY, JULY 24 @ 2 PM one will feature show-stopping numbers and AGE: ENTERING GRADES 3–6 characters who love to perform! This origi- Disney Dreams come true in this mini- nal production will feature music and scenes musical as RSTC brings you the very from Curtains, 42nd Street, and Annie Get best of Disney’s heroes and villains. This Your Gun, among many other Broadway hits! original production will feature music and scenes from The Lion King, Mary Pop- Find more information on registration, pins, Toy Story, and High School Musical, auditions, and the performances at among many other Disney favorites. RisingStarTheatreCompany.com. n

Frozen JR. Auditions MONDAY, JULY 12 @ 10 AM–NOON AND 1–2 PM OHNWARD FINE ARTS CENTER (1215 E PLATT ST, MAQUOKETA, IA) The Ohnward Fine Arts Center is will be and the magical land of Arendelle to life, holding auditions for Frozen JR., on Monday, onstage. The show features all of the July 12 from 10 a.m. until noon, and again memorable songs from the animated from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. The modern classic film plus five new songs written for the from Disney features all gender students Broadway production. A story of true love from ages 8 (or going into 2nd grade) through and acceptance between sisters, Frozen 18. Performances will be held in August. JR. expands upon the emotional relation- Rehearsals are July 13–Aug. 13, Monday ship and journey between Princesses through Friday from 10 a.m. until noon. Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, Every child will not need to be at every the two discover their hidden potential rehearsal every day. Public performances and the powerful bond of sisterhood. are Saturday, Aug. 14 at 7 p.m. and Sun- Tickets for the public performances day, Aug. 15 at 2 p.m. All performers are are $10 for adults and $7 for students, allowed to keep all rehearsal materials. and tickets increase by $3 at the door. The cost for kids to participate is $35. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 by phone 563-652-9815, and online Broadway musical and brings Elsa, Anna, at OhnwardFineArtsCenter.com. n

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SUMMER ORGAN SAMPLER CONCERTS Elisa Williams Bickers TUESDAY, JULY 13 @ 11:30 AM UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE HERITAGE CENTER (2255 BENNETT ST) Summer Organ Sampler Concerts at the University of Dubuque Heritage Cen- ter debut this summer with 30-minute presentations that showcase the new ELISA WILLIAMS BICKERS custom-crafted John and Alice Butler Pipe Organ in John and Alice Butler Hall. Bickers has performed worldwide as Organist Elisa Williams Bickers will per- a solo and collaborative organist and form on Tuesday, July 13 at 11:30 a.m. fol- harpsichordist. She has collaborated lowed by Greg Hand on Thursday, Aug. 19 with musical groups such as the Te Deum at 11:30 a.m. Open to the public, the events Chamber Ensemble, Spire Chamber are free to attend. No ticket is required. Ensemble, Kansas City Symphony, and Attendees will receive a voucher for a free Grammy award-winning Kansas City ice cream treat from Mike and Betty’s Ice Chorale. She holds degrees in church Cream Shoppe after the performance. music and organ performance from Texas Elisa Williams Bickers is the associate Christian University and the University director of music and principal organ- of Kansas. She also earned a fellowship ist at Village Presbyterian Church in certificate from the American Guild of Prairie Village, KS, where she leads the Organists, the guild’s highest certification. Alegría Young Adult Choir and the Vil- Heritage Center’s Summer Organ Sam- lage Ringers handbell ensemble. She pler Concerts are held in cooperation with is also the harpsichordist for the Bach the 30th anniversary of Sinsinawa Mound Aria Soloists, a chamber music group Center’s Summer Organ Concert Series. dedicated to performing the works For more information, visit of Bach and those inspired by him. www.dbq.edu/heritagecenter. n

Lerner & Loewe’s Brigadoon JULY 16–17 AND 22–24 @ 7:30 PM JULY 18 AND 25 @ 2 PM GRAND OPERA HOUSE (135 W 8TH ST) Lerner and Loewe’s Brigadoon features a plotline that mixes fantasy and clas- sic Broadway into a magical evening at the Grand Opera House. Join the adventure on July 16–17 and 22–24 at who explains that the town of Brigadoon 7:30 p.m. and July 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. has been enchanted to only appear for Brigadoon is a small town in the Scot- a single day every 100 years. But that tish Highlands that appears for a single none of the inhabitants may ever leave day every 100 years. Untouched by the the town or else the spell will be broken. passage of time, the people of Brigadoon Will Tommy and Fiona’s love blossom live their lives as if it is the mid 1700s. or only last the length of the day? Are all Two 1940s contemporary Americans, of the inhabitants of Brigadoon happy with Tommy Albright (Seamus Foley) and the arrangement? Will this wedding day Jeff Douglass (Adam Wacker), are on be a happy one or will tragedy strike? a hunting trip in Scotland and stumble The Grand Opera House is offer- upon the magical town. The quirks of ing limited seating, masks are encour- the inhabitants do not prevent Tommy aged, and there are enhanced cleaning from falling in love with the beauti- protocols and new traffic flow patterns ful Fiona MacLaren (Samantha Otto). into and around the building to keep the The Americans are invited to join the audience, volunteers, and staff safe. town in celebrating the wedding of Fiona’s Tickets to be in the live audience are sister Jean (Alyssa Hackett) and Char- $23 for adults and $15 for children under lie Dalrymple (Jacob Herrmann). After 18 and can be purchased in person at the asking questions, Tommy and Jeff are Box Office, by phone at563-588-1305 , or introduced to Mr. Lundie (Stuart Hoover) online at TheGrandOperaHouse.com. n

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BOOK DISCUSSION AND WINE TASTING forgotten relative, and a secret her family the week on July 25–28 by visit- has been keeping since World War II. Hope & Healing ing the gallery and purchasing art. The Lost vintage As she learns more about her family, All proceeds from this event allow THURSDAY, JULY 22 @ 6 PM the line between resistance and col- Art Gallery Riverview Center to continue to provide RIvER LIGHTS BOOKSTORE laboration blurs, driving Kate to fi nd the JULY 23 AND 24 @ 6–10 PM 100 percent free and confi dential services (1098 MAIN ST) answers to two crucial questions: Who, JULY 25–28 @ 4–8 PM to survivors of sexual assault and domes- Join River lights Bookstore for a exactly, did her family aid during the 7 HILLS EvENT CENTER tic violence. Riverview Center provides discussion of The Lost Vintage by Ann war? And what happened to six valu- (1098 JACKSON ST) services for child, teen, and adults in 14 Mah and a wine tasting with wines able bottles of wine that seem to be Riverview Center’s Hope and Heal- counties in Northeast Iowa, as well as selected by John B. Donovan on Thurs- missing from the cellar’s collection? ing Gallery showcases local artists domestic violence services in Jo Daviess day, July 22 at 6 p.m. at River lights. Ann Mah is an American food and with work focused on healing and and Carroll Counties in Illinois. services Sweetbitter meets The Nightingale in travel writer and the bestselling author perseverance that shine a light on are provided regardless of biological this page-turner about a woman, Kate, of The Lost Vintage and three other sexual and domestic violence. sex, gender identity/expression, sexual who returns to her family’s ancestral books. A frequent contributor to the On July 23 and 24, enjoy a fully orientation, immigration status, english vineyard in Burgundy to study for her New York Times’ Travel section, she lives stocked bar, hors d’oeuvres, art presen- profi ciency, race and/or ethnicity, incar- Master of Wine test. At the vineyard in Paris and Hanoi, Vietnam, where her tations, meet the artists, and bid in the ceration status, disability or background. house, Kate is eager to help her cousin husband is on a diplomatic assignment. silent auction featuring artists showcased Tickets are $10 in advance for $15 clean out the enormous basement that Read the book and RsVP by July 21. in the gallery. Guests on Friday and satur- at the door for July 23 and 24 and is fi lled with generations of discarded The event is free. RsVP by calling River day will have fi rst access to the art sale. $5 for July 25–28. For more infor- and forgotten belongings. Deep inside lights Bookstore at 563-556-4391 you can continue to support mation, call 319-540-0080 or visit the cellar, she uncovers a lost diary, a or visit RiverLights.com. n local artists and survivors, through one.bidpal.net/hopeandhealing. n

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Michael Gilbertson, Bridget Pasker, Cellist David Fung, pianist Jean Laurenz, trumpeter Evan Saddler, percussionist Mari Lee, violinist ChamberFest DBQ Artistic Director

interdisciplinary, experiential performances presents concerts with incidental theatre. A that provoke interaction, dialogue, and collaboration of musicians, actors, research- connection. A winner of international per- ers, playwrights, and stage directors, Salon cussion competitions, Mr. Saddler is one of Séance has won multiple awards includ- contemporary music’s most highly sought ing Tarisio’s Young Artists Grants and the after artists. Currently performing with Britten-Pears Foundation’s Britten Award. Miami’s genre-bending chamber orchestra Mari plays on 1863 Jean-Baptiste Villaume. Nu Deco Ensemble, his performance career With your ticket purchase, in addition includes appearances with Grammy-win- to experiencing the concert and recep- ning musicians. He holds diplomas from tion, you support music in our community. the Interlochen Arts Academy, the Univer- Proceeds support NISOM’s mission to sity of Michigan, and The Juilliard School. make the life-changing benefits of music Graduate Quartet Residency at the San Mari Lee, violinist, is an artist dedicated education and enrichment accessible to all. ChamberFest DBQ Francisco Conservatory of Music. While she to engaging her audience by instilling Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 THURSDAY, AUGUST 5 @ 7 PM was completing her studies at The Juilliard curiosity for music. Exemplifying her strong for students. Tickets are available at HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM School, Bridget discovered a true passion interest in interdisciplinary art, Mari co- NISOM, by phone at 563-690-0151, or (3715 PENNSYLVANIA AVE) for outreach and music education. She also founded Salon Séance, an organization that online at ChamberFestDBQ.com. n Michael Gilbertson and the guest art- has a teaching studio at the Mid Peninsula ists of ChamberFest DBQ will take the Music Academy in Redwood City, CA. stage on Thursday, Aug. 5 at Hempstead Bridget holds a Bachelors degree from The High School’s Auditorium for one of the Juilliard School and Master’s degree from Dubuque’s most unique and anticipated the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. concerts. Presented by Northeast Iowa Described as “stylish and articulate” in School of Music, ChamberFest DBQ is led The New York Times and having “superstar by Dubuque native and NISOM alumnus qualities” by Le Libre, David Fung is rec- Gilbertson as the festival’s artistic director. ognized for performances that are elegant Now in its 13th season, starting in 2009 and refined, yet poetic and uncommonly as Juilliard in June, the 2021 concert will expressive. Mr. Fung regularly appears feature cellist Bridget Pasker, pianist with the world’s premier ensembles David Fung, trumpeter Jean Laurenz, including the Cleveland Orchestra, the percussionist Evan Saddler, and violin- Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, and ist Mari Lee. Following the concert, the San Francisco Symphony. The first mingle with the performers backstage. piano graduate of Colburn Conserva- Each year, 2018 Pulitzer Prize Final- tory in Los Angeles, Mr. Fung has also ist Michael Gilbertson hand-picks an studied at the Hannover Hochschule für ensemble of guest artists of the inter- Musik and the Yale School of Music. He is national music scene for an intimate a Steinway Artist and currently serves on concert. Gilbertson is a Dubuque native the faculty at the University of Georgia. who studied at the prestigious Juilliard Jean Laurenz is an eclectic musician and Yale Schools of Music and is now who loves variety and collaboration. She a successful composer teaching at the is currently the Assistant Professor of San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He Trumpet at the University of Wisconsin- is a composer whose works have been Madison. As a performer, Jean has enjoyed described as “elegant” and “particularly appearances with Adele, Kanye West, The beautiful” by The New York Times, “vivid, Boston Pops, The New York Philharmonic, tightly woven” and “delectably subtle” and the Hong Kong Philharmonic. Jean by the Baltimore Sun, and “genuinely holds degrees in trumpet performance and moving” by the Washington Post. Choral Education from Yale University and Dubuque native Pasker is a passionate Northwestern University. She is a passion- chamber musician and performer. She is ate educator, activist, and Teaching Artist. a founding member of the Thalea String Percussionist and artistic producer Quartet, who were awarded the first Evan Saddler is the mind and stick behind

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Great Jones County Fair two concerts: Snake Oil with The Spazmatics Jo Daviess County Fair JULY 21–25 and Trace Adkins with Confederate Railroad. AUGUST 5–8 Tri-State GREAT JONES COUNTY FAIR (MONTICELLO, IA) Tickets are $12 for ages 13 and above JO DAVIESS COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS (WARREN, IL) Queen Coronation, Moto-X, ECIPA and with kids 12 and under free and include Queen pageant, Lumberjack Show, trac- NTPA pulls, harness racing, and stock car entry to the concerts. Upgrades for tor pull, demo derby, carnival, and mud County racing. Famous for live music, this year is reserved grandstand seats are $5 for Snake volleyball tournament. Beer tent entertain- no different with four big grandstand con- Oil and $10 for Adkins or gain access to ment includes Long Hard Ride, Ratch- certs: Dan & Shay with Gavin DeGraw, Zac the front of the stage with a Party Pit pass etJaw, Corey Cox, and 2nd Generation. Fairs Brown Band with Ross Ellis, Kane Brown for $20 for Snake Oil and $40 for Adkins. Tickets are $5 for ages 7 and older with Midland and Restless Road, and For 1212 E Quarry S, Maquo- and free for 6 and under on Thursday; Here are the highlights for our area county King & Country with Zach Williams. keta, IA. 563-652-4282. and $15 for adults, $5 for ages 7–17, and fairs. Check their websites for the full Gate admission is $10 and $33 for a JacksonCountyIowaFair.com. free for 6 and under on Friday–Sunday. event schedules, tickets, and more. season pass. Hillside seating is free for Pit passes are $25. Season passes are concerts with upgraded track (stand- Clayton County Fair $40 for adults and $15 for ages 7–17. Delaware County Fair ing room only on Thursday–Saturday) AUGUST 4–8 101 High St, Warren, IL. 815-275-8879. JULY 12–18 and amphitheater/bleacher (seated) CLAYTON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS JoDaviessCountyFair.org. DELAWARE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS options. Prices vary per event. GARNAVILLO, IA) (MANCHESTER, IA) 800 N Maple St, Monticello, IA. Free BBQ supper, pageant, motocross, Grant County Fair Parade, inflatables, Trick Hoops & Alley 319-465-3275. GreatJonesCountyFair.com. cookout contest, demolition derby, kid- AUGUST 18–22 Oops with the Harlem Wizards, Tough Truck die tractor pull, rodeo, mutton busting, GRANT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS (LANCASTER, WI) Races, ECI Tractor Pull, Gettin’ Hooked Jackson County Fair bull bash, truck and tractor pull, carnival Stock car racing, All Star Monster Fantasy Truck Pull, Draft Horse Show, and JULY 25– AUGUST 2 rides, movie night, and livestock auc- Trucks, truck and tractor pulls, demo Demolition Derby. Concerts feature We JACKSON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS tion plus concerts with Mark Wills on derby, Night of Destruction, carnival, Are Messengers, Jon Pardi, and ZZ Top. (MAQUOKETA, IA) Thursday and Chase Bryant on Friday. kids tent, and bean bag tournament. Entry is free on Monday or $12 Tues- Parade, fair queen, Ninja Experience, ISU Tickets include parking, admission Gate admission is $6 for adults or day–Sunday for ages 12 and up or $3 for Insect Zoo, Farmily Feud, White Tiger Discov- to exhibits, carnival rides, and entry free for children under 8; senior citizens ages 1–11 and includes grandstand seating ery, Chris Short Puppet Show, Millers Petting to the concerts. $5 on Monday, $10 on (Aug. 20 only); and military, veterans, for the concerts. Season coupon books are Zoo, Mobile Glass Studios, Hug a Hog con- Thursday and Sunday, and $15 on Fri- fire, police and EMS (Aug. 22 only). $40. Upgraded seating is available for the test, kids celebration, truck and tractor pull, day and Saturday. Season tickets are Season ate passes are $12. Grand- Harlem Wizards, Jon Pardi, and ZZ Top. antique and classic tractor show, micro mini $35. Entry is free for kids 11 and under. stand tickets vary for each event. 200 E Acers St, Manchester, IA. tractor pull, car show, Bill Riley Talent Show, 26143 Ivory Rd, Garnavillo, IA. 916 E Elm St, Lancaster, WI. 563-927-6449. DelawareCoFair.com. stock car races, Night of Destruction, and 563-964-2671. ClaytonCountyFair.com. 608-723-2135. GrantCountyFairWI.org. n

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Dubuque County Fair JULY 27–AUGUST 1 DUBUQUE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS (14569 OLD HIGHWAY RD) As life gets back to normal, nothing free. Get 5 admissions for the is more back to normal that heading price of 4 ($40 value) in advance out to the Dubuque County Fair, at Theisen’s. Veterans and active and it is back big time in 2021 with duty service members: Bring your a week full of great family-friendly military ID or veteran designa- events and attractions. Two big tion to the fair office before July grandstand concerts, sprint and 20 to purchase a $5 admission stock car racing, and, of course, the ticket (1 per). General parking tractor pull and demolition derby is free with a free shuttle to the guarantee it’s fair time in Dubuque gates. Preferred parking across County. Check out all the facil- from grounds is $10 per day. ity attractions and special events Visit DBQfair.com for full going on each day, then gather your daily schedules of entertainment, crew for a fun day in the sunshine! attraction, 4-H/FFA judging, and Fair admission is $10 for ages more as well as online registration 12 and older. Kids under 12 are for competitions of all kinds. n

Daily Attractions 4:30 4-H/FFA Pet Show Magician John Greene. Witness every- 7 PM Road Less Traveled thing from the classics of the art of magic 7 PM Main Stage Entertainment: to minds being read, predictions coming Chris Lane with Special true, and demonstrations that bend and Guest Casey Muessigmann break the natural laws of the universe. 8 PM Beer Garden Music: Casey Muessigmann Reptile Adventures: Meet Danny Conner, “The Croc Doc.” Danny has been keep- Friday, July 30 ing and caring for reptiles for over 30 Noon 4-H/FFA Dairy Auction years. His unique background blend of, 12:30 PM 4-H/FFA Beef Auction education, science, and theater, makes 7:30 PM Main Stage Concert: this the No. 1 reptile show in the country. Queensryche and Skid Row 9 PM Beer Garden Music: Hot Mess Hypnotist Jim Wand: Dr. Wand holds a Ph.D. in the field of psychology, and over Saturday, July 31: 25 years, has over 6,000 professional Tractor Pull/Theisen’s Day engagements to his credit and is consid- 9 AM Horse & Dairy Shows ered to be one of the most professional 9 AM 563 Strongman Classic hypnotic entertainers in the world today. Competition 4 PM Road Less Traveled Tuesday, July 27 4 PM Beer Garden Music: Jim Welty Admission to the fair is FREE 7 PM ECIPA Truck & Tractor Pull Tuesday, all day, all ages! 9 PM Beer Garden Music: Menace 7 PM Carl Acuff JR. Wichita Lineman, a tribute Sunday, August 1 to Glen Campbel 9 AM Sand Volleyball 8 PM Beer Garden Music: BMW DJ’s Noon Demolition Derby 3 PM Beer Garden Music: Wednesday, July 28: Kids Day Mark Zalaznik All Day Kids Activities 6:30 PM Stock Car Racing, Julien 1 PM Kids Pedal Tractor Pull Dubuque Classic with IMCA 1 PM Road Less Traveled Stock Cars & Mini Late Models 4 PM Frog Jump 8 PM Beer Garden Music: 5 PM 4H Queen Crowning Rock Steady 7 PM Sprint Invaders, IMCA Modified, IMCA Sport Midway Rides Mods, IMCA Hobby Stocks Save $5 by buying your bracelet 8 PM Beer Garden Music: in advance at Theisen’s in Ken Peiffer Dubuque or Dyersville • Tuesday @ 4 PM–Midnight: Thursday, July 29 $2 per ride 8 AM Talent Show • Wednesday– Sunday: 2 PM Eating Contest $30 unlimited rides bracelet

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With completion nearing for the beauti- interest in buying the Yardarm. We’re still Familiar but new and better in every fully renovated and completely reimagined pretty young. We don’t have the money way. And in undertaking the transforma- and reinvented Off Shore Resort in Bel- to do that ourselves, so we looked for tion of the Yardarm, little did they know levue, IA, the partners behind the project investors. We had an acquaintance, Steve what road they had started down. find themselves quickly becoming the Launsbach and Pete Ludwig, both of Then the group decides to buy cornerstone of river-based family camp- whom I’d personally never met before. In Whitetail Bluff Campground, adding ing and entertainment in the Tri-States. the beginning, we were hoping for inves- A.J. Becker, Ryan’s dad, as a fourth but The massively expanded venue joins tors, but what we got were true operating basically hands-off partner. The concept Dubuque their previous ventures, Coconut Cove partners, which is so much better than just of the campground was turnkey for The Resort along the Mississippi near Hazel people who put money in and no more.” Rec Group. “My partners had a family Green, WI; Whitetail Bluff Campground in And it’s not just the guys. The wives are history of owning a number of laundries Partners Cassville, WI; and, of course, the Dubuque all also key players in the daily operational and explained the nature and benefits of Marina and Yardarm in Dubuque, where success of what they’ve created here. owning multiple venues within the same it all started. The seemingly exponential It’s a family business made of families. industry,” says Jamie. “It was already Take Tri- growth and expansion of this experience- They call themselves The Rec Group. totally developed with the 160 campsites centered entertainment collective have “Everyone dove in and took on a role (which are basically packing slots for been fascinating to watch, and it’s been a or responsibility around here, and we campers with electrical and sewer hook- State joy to witness the success they are finding realized how well we worked together ups), plus the pool and pond area with in a business that is perfectly suited to as a group.” Here being the Yardarm as the aqua park.” They just had to amend our communities just as much as it is one Jamie and I talk history while enjoying a some things to make it more manageable Camping that allows this group of partners to chase great lunch on the relaxing marina-side and cleaner, and updated the amenities their dreams doing what they love most. patio of the venerable Dubuque riverside that the previous owners had not done “You know how in Field of Dreams they institution. “We had it for the first season yet in order to bring it up to speed. It’s Into the say, ‘If you build it, they will come?’ That and realized right away that we needed a big property, more spread out, wider, went through our minds for a whole year to make something more of what we have with a rustic feel. And just like that, they and a half as we built Coconut Cove,” says here, and so we gutted the whole place.” were in the campground business. Future Jamie Becker, one of the operating partners After a long life as a riverside gathering “I went to Whitetail the first year in the organization. Many will know her as spot for river rats and music lovers, the every Saturday as a guest with my kids By Bryce Parks Jamie from the Yardarm, as that is where it Yardarm was past due for a complete over- just to learn and experience it,” says all began for this developing fairytale story. haul. But it also has a nostalgia and a vibe Jamie. “We had the best time ever. I Jamie and her husband, Ryan Becker, that was so important to so many people. didn’t really even know what camping who co-owns Hawkeye Boats in Dubuque, “The guys who were not so tied to the was until Whitetail. When people told spent many a summer at the docks place had it in mind to do a much bigger me they were going camping, I did not next to the Yardarm with the marina’s blow-out of the property, but I felt that picture this. They had me fooled. This then-owners, Keith and Mary Kann. because of its nostalgia that we should isn’t roughing it; this is awesome! There’s “It was coming to the end of an era for try to stay true to the general layout of a pool and beach and a restaurant with them, and they asked Ryan if he had any the bar, just newer and totally clean.” ice cream cones and shelves of candy.”

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As they say, when it rains, it pours. top of the season. But that’s still not the up at your kids’ school events and walk to buy it, and I turned to my husband Within the short period of time after end of the opportunities. You can come down the halls and see kids’ displays about Ryan and said, ‘I WILL KILL YOU.’ ‘I’m acquiring Whitetail Bluff in 2017, the to Coconut Cove anytime and enjoy the their summer memories, and it’s Coconut sorry, Mr. Spiegel, the answer is no,’ and land that would become Coconut Cove amenities. Coming out for lunch or dinner, Cove and Whitetail, and it means so much. I was dead serious. But quickly Off Shore came up for sale. It was just an empty or to enjoy drinks and live music, is free “We have the best owner group ever. came to us again with our new partners island, a grown-over pond of water, old to anyone. And if you’d like to enjoy the Our operating owner group is fantastic. Jason and Alyssa Germaine, who weren’t trailers and equipment parked all over. beach and the aqua park with the kids, From even before Coconut Cove, we ready to dive in alone. They reached out, A total eyesore to drive by, but, at the that’s just a matter of getting day passes knew that with the things we do in life, and we went on a tour. We’re always a same time, drenched with potential. for an amazing day-cation that the kids we want to make an impact. Owning a ‘roll the dice’ kind of people. And then The stress and anxiety of making such will never forget. More on that later. bar and a marina was great, but it was you walk along Off Shore’s property a huge investment, truly putting every- Where Whitetail Bluff is all of the so nice to turn into this family-oriented and you take it in and you realize, oh my thing you have and everything you are, best things about rustic-style RV camp- business where people make memo- gosh, we’re so dumb if we don’t do this, heart, soul, and credit line, into an idea ing, Coconut Cove is a whole other style ries. We saw that potential at Whitetail because someone else will, and we will you believe in and care about so much, of getting away for the weekend. Bluff, and then we put that concept into have missed out on all of this potential.” but having no guarantees, can make for “At first when we were going to build overdrive for the creation of Coconut The anxiety Jamie once felt is no a very long waiting game. Let’s just say it it, we were looking at the brown build- Cove. Pete’s wife, Shelly Herrig, now runs longer the fear-type of anxiety, but might be good that they already owned ings with the green roofs, very Wisconsin Coconut Cove, and Tracy Launspach does rather the anticipatory anxiety. a bar, because on some days they likely Dells-like, but we stopped and thought all of our apparel and is now manag- Jamie suggested this story might needed it. Their investment at Coconut about how we can be different,” explains ing Off Shore employee development. be titled, “Oops, we did it again.” was three times what it was at Whitetail Jamie. “How can we create Key West “We even talked as an owner group “Even from our own perspective, we’re Bluff but for the same amount of camp- meets camping, Florida meets Iowa? That’s about whether or not we would ever do like, oh my gosh, we’re doing it again? sites. But they carefully assessed the the key to any successful business: The a retirement community. We’re all into I never expected this would happen in opportunity and came to the conclusion differentiator. Everyone has done rustic. that. We’re so wanting to create experi- a million jillion years. I was so anxious that this would work. People want this. And, you know, it would have worked here ences where we feel things. I think we all about doing Coconut Cove, and it’s not “Are we crazy? Are we building too too, but why not go for something new?” notice the ambiance and the effect people scaring me anymore. Unlike with Coco- much?” Jamie asks, rhetorically. “I com- It took about three years to real- feel in all of our spaces. We need to add nut Cove, I’m sleeping fine knowing this mend anyone who builds something from ize for sure that this big investment a palm tree here, there should be lights is going to work and this is going to be scratch because it’s just a horrible thing was going to be okay financially. on here, we have to tuck this away so it an amazing property. I’m going to be so to go through, that risk/reward thing.“ “And then you exhale and have the feels more cozy. Everything needs to be proud. We have such a diamond prop- They built it … and the people came. time to stop and recognize the next level clean. Always clean. Running an outdoor erty down there. It’s just fantastic.” There is a 300-person waitlist for camp- of impact you are having,” explains Jamie. business, that’s a priority like you don’t “Our view at Yardarm is pretty, sites at Coconut Cove right now. “People stop you and say, ‘We visited and experience at other businesses. There’s so but the view at Bellevue is so wide But that doesn’t mean you can’t go. it was amazing,’ or, ‘Thank you for building much work that goes into opening these and so big, it’s like looking out at the That might be the biggest misconcep- something like this. I wouldn’t have had places and closing them every day.” ocean. Then you get this hotel.” tion people have. There are overnight anywhere to go for my kid’s birthday.’ They And then came Off Shore. Yes, there is already a hotel operating campsites, too, as well as rental cabins on had more of a day-cation than just a one- “Last year,” Jamie begins, “A.J. Spiegel, as part of the property. Owning a hotel is site though they also sell out fast at the or two-hour party at someplace. You show the owner of Off Shore, asked if we’d like new to their business but not the concept.

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They already have 14 rental cabins customers that we have and that I want Group went all-in early by acquiring chefs Jamie continues: “There is still a grow- at Coconut Cove that sell out months in are not the ones having a work meeting Jason Culbertson and Robert Weaver, with ing pain of getting people to comprehend advance, so hospitality and housekeep- here or bringing that daily grind bag- extensive experience in high-end cuisine that a place like Coconut Cove is for ing are already in their wheelhouse. gage with them. These are people who from places like Hotel Julien Dubuque and everybody. This isn’t a private club only They can already do hospitality reser- want to feel like they’re getting away, Diamond Jo Casino, to come in and take for camping site owners or members of vations. Jamie just looks at the hotel even if it’s just for dinner. They’re on a that restaurant to a new level and go for the some kind. We have day passes for locals rooms like 48 cabins at the resort. little vacation, and they’re nice to our gold, so they’re ready for 2022. Make no or guests of people who do have sites And the campground aspect simply people. You are who you hang out with.” mistake, Off Shore is already a great restau- here. There’s a tab on the website to learn builds upon the best of Coconut Cove. This It would seem Bellevue is happy rant. Check it out. You will enjoy yourself, all about it (CoconutCoveResort.com). venue has 173 campsites, with 50 over- to be hanging out with The Rec especially when you see the massive reno- Even simpler, you don’t even need any night spots instead of 20 at Coconut Cove, Group at Off Shore Resort. vation that was done inside the building. kind of pass to come and enjoy the trying to build Bellevue as a destination. “I certainly appreciate the partner- Trust us, you will not recognize a thing. It’s restaurant and enjoy live music. You can The pool at Off Shore will be three times ship of the City of Bellevue,” says Jamie. new and bold and amazing. But with the even sit at the pool bar or the beach tiki bigger than the pool at Coconut Cove, and “That was a very important part of addition of the two talented chefs, plans bar anytime for free and enjoy a drink. it, too, will have a giant play pond with showing up and feeling welcome was are already underway to take the menu You just can’t use the amenities. So you an aqua park. They added a zero-entry that their city was excited for us to come. and the experience to yet another level. can get the full effect of the relaxing sand section at Coconut Cove, and it was So we are trying to partner with them Read more about the food at Yard- resort vibe for the price of your lunch.” a huge hit, so the zero-entry section at for Bellevue to become a destination.” arm, Coconut Cove, and Off Shore in the And when it’s really not that far across Off Shore is even bigger, giving you a For a growing city like Bellevue food column of this issue, page 32. the bridge to go grab lunch in the sunshine place to splash around without getting too and the money being invested there in “What’s being presented now at Off and have a cool drink while watching all deep, a place to throw a football to each residential property, adding this kind Shore is a short version of our menu,” the families playing in the water, it’s a other to let little kids splash in shallow of amenity fills a big need for the area explains Jamie. “It’s not what it’s going wonderful way to turn a Saturday lunch water without being confined to the little and a way to connect directly to the to end up being. This will be a place into an hour or two long micro-getaway. kiddie-pool section. The big, beautiful water and the river life beyond, just a that will be open year-round, unlike the But bringing the family is so much more pond is not murky river water, either. It’s stroll down their wonderful riverwalk. other facilities. This will be a restaurant fun! Admission to the aqua park is $25 city and well water, treated for safety and “Oh,” Jamie adds, “and we own a that people will want to make the trip to on weekdays and $30 on weekends. to keep it clean and clear, with a touch of legit restaurant, a hotel, and an event from Dubuque in the winter to enjoy.” “It sounds too crazy to some, I’m sure,” dye to make it pretty. It’s nice and clear, center, all on one property. We real- And there will be summer and winter says Jamie. “‘Why would I spend that four feet down. So no algae or creatures in ized quickly that it’s our first full-fledged menu migrations, so your hot-weather much to go to a pool?’” But her response this pond, which is opening to the public restaurant. Yes, the Yardarm and Coco- favorites like fish tacos and other beach- is always the same: “Oh, if you think we’re by the time you read this, by the way. nut Cove are restaurants, but they are style favorites will come out of hiberna- just a pool … the kids are going wild in “It’s all about experiences,” Jamie says. a bar and restaurant with that crowd tion when the time is right, and in the the aqua park, while at the same time “Everyone we surround ourselves with, in mind. But suddenly it’s clear, “I think offseason, get ready for truly unique the parents are on the beach enjoying a that new generation, they’re all about we own a real restaurant now. And Off dining. The event center is also still blended drink and the sunshine, watch- balance, and they’re all about experi- Shore is a FOOD FOOD FOOD place.” a fairly untapped gem that will soon ing the kids play. Good luck finding that ence, and even retaining employees is So, instead of building up to it over time have full catering options for wed- at the city pool. Oh, and live music. It’s all about the culture you provide. The as they did with Coconut Cove, The Rec dings and other events, all-inclusive. all part of the ambiance. In today’s world,

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WHITETAIL BLUFF RESORT for a family of four to escape for the day managers, helping them along their way, The immediate future plans are to at Yardarm for one season. Who does for $100, you do feel like you just went on where it used to be me that was getting complete the next phases of the Off Shore that? What grown men who have never vacation. Your kids are sure you just went the bar open, counting cash, and sweat- Resort in Bellevue. Hopefully, transient run a bar say, ‘I’m tryin’ it?’ They’re all somewhere AHHH-MAZING! The pool is ing the little things. Now I’m everybody’s boat docks are coming soon to engage just so in the thick of it. We can empa- not open at Coconut Cove on the week- wingman. One of my business partners the notion of Bellevue as a destina- thize with everyone on our staff, because ends, but you have the beach, playground, was ‘pool boy’ everyday at Coconut Cove tion. Jamie also has high hopes for the we’ve all had the jobs at all the places. aqua park, and if you think you are more previously, but because of Off Shore, we giant pool to open yet this season. It would be so sad if people thought of of a pool person, spend a day at our beach had to grow and train others in the roles.” “Even if it’s in September us as just investors, instead of caring and see just how quickly you discover In the midst of managing all of these because I need to get my drone like crazy and working our asses off.” that you are actually a beach person.” venues as the ones who care the most video for marketing, right?!” The perception that this is a consor- As their little burgeoning empire about them, the nagging need to attend Then to assess the finances again. tium of rich guys buying up property continues to grow, that means grow- to the smallest details is still there all the Can they buy cabins as they have at and paying with their play money makes ing the team around them and time because the group understands Coconut Cove? Those sold out for the Jamie laugh with irony. “People call and evolving into new roles for The the importance of each of the details. season before Memorial Day, seven ask us to sponsor an expensive table Rec Group operating partners. “I feel like we’ve turned into these days a week. So it sure seems like a at a big charity event, and I’m like, find Jamie explains: “If you’d have come little developers helping others succeed smart idea if it’s within the budget. me in 15 years and you betcha, but right to me six years ago at the old Yardarm, in their jobs instead of doing the jobs. It’s “I don’t know if there’s an end,” says now, all my home equity is quite tied up. with the cute little orange paint and the a weird place to be and very stressful.” Jamie. “But I’m not afraid to grow any- And these ventures are not like own- smelly bathrooms, and said this would As if on a prophetic cue, the new reality more. What if we rolled into the retire- ing a bunch of apartments; they create a all be here now, I’d have slapped you,” of Jamie’s life shows its hand. As we finish ment community industry? I’ve always stream of revenue from operation but not she jokes. “I was a new mom with a our lunch on the patio at the Yardarm, our had a soft heart for ‘the end’ if you will. by just existing, so it’s a different kind of three-year-old and a ten-month-old. friendly server asks who is getting the bill. Why do we have to age in any way but equity. We have to earn it every day.” Who would have known? We’re in our Jamie says, “Leave it inside, and I’ll get in rock star fashion, affordably? When- This is their livelihood, and it keeps seventh year of being partners. If this you later.” The server looks a bit confused, ever I come across someone else in life the loans paid and the lights on. Hope- happened in the first six years, what the and then after a pause Jamie says, “I’m the that is also interested in the wants of fully, it will make them all the river heck are the next six years going to look owner.” Perhaps I’ve just witnessed the the elderly, I put them on a spreadsheet. barons everyone thinks they already like? Our eyes are always on the right first time ever that Jamie and a member of Wouldn’t Jimmy Buffet meets old folks are. But before you can take the victory now, but the future keeps tugging at us. the staff didn’t know each other. Because, home meets whatever be awesome?” lap, first you have to take the risk and “You have to be open minded. You you know, there’s an HR person now. Through all aspects of our con- get your hands dirty for a while. Right have to see the potential, not just what is Jamie didn’t make the hire herself. But rest versation, Jamie Becker constantly now are their years in the trenches, there. We just hired a full-time HR person assured, the staff member was very new, comes back to the partners in this when it’s still a dream in the making for the first time, and her job is so busy. probably that day. But as busy as Jamie endeavor who are knee-deep in the and empire in the visioning. Doing it I’m so glad we brought her on. We’re is, you can bet it still would not have taken workings of these properties. right day after day and providing those going through some growing pains. We’re long for them to know each other. This “I don’t ever want to be at the top places where other people’s lifelong bringing on talent so that we can do other may be a growing business, but to Jamie alone,” she says. “This group is willing to memories are made is the only thing that things. My job is now on the phone all and her partners, it’s all still a big family. get dirty, to be the pool guy. We’ve all will ensure their own happy ending. So the time, meetings on the phone with the Dare I ask what’s next? been the front-of-house manager here far, so good. And so, so much fun. n

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Campground Venue Highlights

Coconut Cove Resort Cove boasts two fully stocked tiki bars— COCONUTCOVERESORT.COM one on the pool deck and another at 608-748-5480 the beachfront so you don’t have to 1549 BLUFF RD, HAZEL GREEN, WI lift a finger. Let them do the cook- Completed in 2018, this is a one-of-a- ing and mix the drinks. Heck, you can kind campground and resort featuring even rent a golf cart to get around! breathtaking views over a 10-acre lake This special family-friendly resort has and out to the mighty Mississippi River. become the destination of choice for The venue features an aqua park, a huge both seasonal and overnight campers but sand beach, pool, restaurant, and, of also welcomes day visitors. Indulge in a course, camping accommodations plus close-to-home day-cation that will make other fun amenities with resort-caliber you feel like you spent the day in a tropical service. Whether you bring the kids or paradise somewhere in the Caribbean. if you just need a little adult time for a For those who wish to stay longer than day, a weekend, or longer, come dis- a day but do not own a camper, no prob- cover this new tropical-themed resort. lem! Reserve one of their beachfront rental Enjoy casual dining with a stealler cabins or four beachfront rental glamp- COCONUT COVE RESORT view from the restaurant and bar, espe- ing pods are available, but they go fast. cially from the outdoor seating, which is All of the fun of Florida with- unmatched. The restaurant also features out the travel and a fraction of the arcade games for the kids and gam- price. We just scratched the surface. ing machines for mom and dad as well Visit the website for more detailed as a fully stocked resort store. Coconut information on everything. n

Off Shore Resort The already existing hotel suites are the OFFSHORERESORT.NET perfect complement to the event center 563-872-5000 and wonderfully renovated Off Shore Bar 4115 N RIVERVIEW ST, BELLEVUE, IA & Grill. Already serving up great food in The new and still under construction Off a super cool atmosphere with a stunning Shore Resort is situated on 45 acres of river view, the restaurant will continue to the most scenic Mississippi riverfront evolve through 2021 to a year-round dining property in the upper Midwest. Located destination. We already love how the entire on the hiking and biking trail system, a venue opens up to the patio with open-air short two-mile ride to the center of the views of the river. Every seat is great. quaint riverside village of Bellevue, IA, it’s The giant new swimming pool and tiki the perfect hub for a weekend getaway. bars should open by the end of the season The campsites are already com- and be ready to take on the 2022 season plete and operating, and the awe- full-throttle. Expect big things from Off OFF SHORE RESORT some new zero-entry pond with aqua Shore in the coming year including transient park amenities is opening with the boat docks and a reimagined event venue release of this issue of 365ink. with fully inclusive catering options. n

Whitetail Bluff trails, jump pad, sand volleyball pit, basket- Campground & Resort ball court, gaga pit, and playground. The WHITETAILBLUFFCAMP.NET zero-entry swimming pool is family-friendly. 608-725-5577 Located next to the restaurant and bar with 8973 IRISH RIDGE RD, CASSVILLE, WI plenty of poolside seating, you can enjoy Whitetail Bluff Campground & Resort is your favorite beverage while you watch the the ideal destination for rustic family- kids splash away. The water slide and inflat- friendly camping and relaxing outdoor ables in the swim pond are always a hit with fun, located southeast of Cassville, WI on the kids. And the beach is very large, com- the bluffs of the mighty Mississippi River. pletely surrounding the entire pond. Moving It features both rental cabins as well as around the campground is easy and fun in campsites that accommodate everything a rented golf cart or pedal cars for the kids. from fifth wheel giants to pop-up camp- Just a few minutes down the road, ers with picnic tables and fire rings. you can rent kayaks, tubes, and canoes Enjoy the full-service clubhouse, restau- on the Grant River. Boat ramps are rant, bar, convenience store, shower house, also close by. The Potosi Brewing and laundry. Relax by the pool or swim Company and the Dickeyville Grotto WHITETAIL BLUFF RESORT pond or stay active on the wooded hiking are must-see area attractions. n

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TRI-STATE LIvE MUSIC

THu 7/8 Steve & Randy Mark Zalaznik Big Medicine 6 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn 2 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina 5 PM @ Millwork Night Market Guttenberg River of Music: The Mods Laura & The Longhairs Beau Timmerman 2 PM @ Grape Escape 5:30 PM @ East DBQ 6 PM @ Ingleside Park, Cruisin’ Thursdays Guttenberg DR Duo 2 PM @ Galena Cellars Vineyard Rhythm on the River: Johnny Blue Johnnie Walker 6 PM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill The Wolf & Gypsy Band 5:30 PM @ Elkader Park 2 PM @ Iron Horse Social Club Meghan Davis The Other Two 6 PM @ Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub The Old School 6 PM @ Trackside 2 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna Mitchell Tenpenny Corey Jenny w/ Walker Hayes Summer Party: Banana Wind 6 PM @ Grape Escape 7 PM @ Q Casino 2:30 PM @ The Yardarm Back Waters Stage Music in the Park Series: Bluegrass Jam Ralph Kluseman Massey Road 2:30 PM @ Spring Green General 6 PM @ Platteville City Park 7 PM @ Burkey’s Bar & Grill Store (Spring Green, WI)

Elizabeth Mary (Solo) Johnnie Walker Stolen Grace 6:30 PM @ The Yardarm 7 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina 3 PM @ Trackside

Shullsburg Music In The Park: The Lone Canary Adam Bartels Band Classical Blast 7 PM @ Grape Escape 3 PM @ Coconut Cove 6:30 PM @ Badger Park (Shullsburg, WI) Autumn Reverie, RatchetJaw Rockin’ On The River: 8 PM @ Smokestack Not Quite Brothers Tiny Concert Series: Pete Henry 5 PM @ Limestone 7 PM @ B-Spoke Bar, Gypsy Pistols Amphitheater, Cascade The Driftless 8 PM @ The Yardarm Big Medicine Gypsy & Resident sAT 7/10 5 PM @ Galena Cellars Downtown 7 PM @ Riley Tavern, Verona John Moran 11 AM @ Coconut Cove Fever River String Band FRI 7/9 5 PM @ Berry Tavern, Food Truck Friday: LA Suess Shullsburg Andy Wilberding 11 AM @ Galena Cellars Downtown 11:30 AM @ Washington Park Marcus DeJesus Asbury Music In The Park: 6 PM @ Wicked Dame Laura McDonald & Relative Jazz, Kristina Marcus DeJesus Castañeda & Shawn Healy, East DBQ Street Party 6 PM @ Wicked Dame Ralph Kluseman & Johnnie Fundraiser: Madhouse Walker, Hangin’ Around @ Noon 6 PM @ Incognito Secrets Sushi Roll @ 7 PM 6 PM @ Stone Cliff Asbury Park The Lonely Goats 6 PM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill Mini Monster Duo Casey Klein 6 PM @ Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar 2 PM @ Off Shore Tony Walker 6 PM @ Stone Cliff

Meghan Davis 6 PM @ Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub

Jimmy Welty Band 6 PM @ Potosi Brewery

Josh Yeltman 7 PM @ Dimensional Brewing Co.

Jabberbox 7 PM @ Mid-Town Marina

Aaron Williams & The Hoodoo 7 PM @ Grape Escape

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Mojo Busted Frank Martin Busch & The Names FRI 7/16 7 PM @ Cajun Jack’s, Elizabeth 3:30 PM @ New Diggings Mick & Gerry Staebell General Store 4 PM @ Park Farm Winery Acoustic D.O.G.S. 7 PM @ The Cove, Secrets Music On Main: Bonerama Apple Canyon Lake 4 PM @ Dirty Ernie’s 5 PM @ Town Clock Plaza

Renegade Full BOAR Mini Monster Duo 7:30 PM @ Whitetail 4 PM @ Sandy Hook Tavern 6 PM @ Wicked Dame Bluff Campground Ron Tegeler Jazz A Pirate Over 50 Point Five 5 PM @ Flatted Fifth 6 PM @ Stone Cliff 7:30 PM @ Shake Rag Alley Blues & BBQ, Bellevue Stage (Mineral Point, WI) Gypsy & Resident Music in the Gardens: Carol 6 PM @ Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar Summer Party: Past Curfew King Tribute w/ Luke Viertel 8 PM @ The Yardarm 6:30 PM @ DBQ Arboretum Johnnie Walker 6 PM @ Knickers Amber & Adam Beck TUE 7/13 8 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn Summer Nights at the Plaza: Big Mojo The Wundos 6 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn Johnnie Walker 6 PM @ Schreiner Memorial 8 PM @ Galena Brewing Co. Library, Lancaster The Struggle 6 PM @ Frentress SUN 7/11 WED 7/14 Lake Bar & Grill Ty & Ky Mid-Week Market Noon @ Galena Cellars Vineyard Scott Kaszinsky @ 4 PM 4th & 20 Maureen Kilgore @ 6 PM 6 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina Sophie Coyote 11th and Iowa St Noon @ Cajun Jack’s, Elizabeth Who Are These Guys Corey Jenny 6 PM @ Coconut Cove Caden & Eric 6 PM @ Grape Escape 12:30 PM @ Lot 1 Guttenberg River of Music: DR Duo Guttenberg German Band Steve Cavanaugh 6:30 PM @ Faithful Pilot 6 PM @ Ingleside 1 PM @ The Yardarm Kitchen & Bar, Le Claire Park, Guttenberg

Jimmy Welty Band Kurt Kieffer Elizabeth Mary (Solo) 1 PM @ Jimmy’s Pub, East DBQ 7 PM @ B-Spoke Bar, The Driftless 7 PM @ Mid-Town Marina

Josh Yeltman THU 7/15 Mike Droho 1 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina Cruisin’ Thursday: Secrets 7 PM @ Grape Escape 5:30 PM @ Sinsinawa Jammer Ave, East DBQ, IL Sons of Pitches 1 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna 7 PM @ Fergedaboudit Winery Maquoketa Summer Concert Jazz Guitarist, Mark Bateman Series: Shake, Rattle and Roll Jake Simon 2 PM @ Dimensional Brewing Co. 6 PM @ Maquoketa 8 PM @ The Yardarm Downtown Green Space Laura McDonald & Jeff Weydert ZZ Top 2 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn Steve McIntyre 8:30 PM @ Delaware County Fair 6 PM @ Grape Escape Side Piece Three-Quarter Buzz 2 PM @ Off Shore Music in the Park Series: 9:30 PM @ 7 Hills Brewing Co. City Band Walking Molly 6 PM @ Platteville City Park Menace 2 PM @ PromiseLand Winery 10 PM @ Delaware County Fair Part Time The Wolf & Gypsy Band 6:30 PM @ The Yardarm SAT 7/17 2 PM @ Iron Horse Social Club Marty Raymon Shullsburg Music In The Park: 11 AM @ Coconut Cove DR Duo The Kingfish Band 3 PM @ Stone Cliff 6:30 PM @ Badger Park Jef Spradley (Shullsburg, WI) 11 AM @ Galena Cellars Johnnie Walker Downtown 3 PM @ Sunset Ridge Winery TSWS Concert 7 PM @ Alliant Energy Johnnie Walker Karaoke w/ Becky McMahon Amphitheater 1:30 PM @ Fegedaboudit Winery 3 PM @ Stroz Bar (Hollendale, WI) Jon Pardi Justin Craig 8:30 PM @ Delaware County Fair 2 PM @ Off Shore Cal Coohey 3:30 PM @ Frentress Lonesome Road Rock Steady Lake Bar & Grill 10 PM @ Delaware County Fair 2 PM @ Massey Marina

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SAT 7/17 SUN 7/18 WED 7/21 Caden Matthew Jordan Danielsen Mid-Week Market 2 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina Noon @ Galena Marty Raymon @ 4 PM Cellars Vineyard The Broken Rubber Band @ 6 PM The Mods 11th and Iowa St 2 PM @ Grape Escape Jef Spradley 1 PM @ Dockside, Mud Lake Kristina Castañeda & Steve Kalmes Shawn Healy 2 PM @ Galena Cellars Vineyard Jeff Theisen 6 PM @ Grape Escape 1 PM @ Millennium Art Paul Schlosser Bar & Marina Trivingo 2:30 PM @ Spring 8 PM @ Southend Tap Green General Store Johnnie Walker (Spring Green, WI) 1 PM @ Barney’s, Wadena THU 7/22 Secrets The Wundos Sarah Day 5 PM @ Jimmy’s Pub, East DBQ 4 PM @ Denny’s Char 2 PM @ The Yardarm Bar (Platteville, WI) Cruisin’ Thursday: Secrets Laura and the Longhairs A Pirate Over 50 2 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn 5:30 PM @ Sinsinawa 5 PM @ Galena Cellars Ave, East DBQ, IL Downtown Jimmy Welty Band 2 PM @ Massey Marina Nutsy Turtle & Lori Gravel Southwest Music Festival 6 PM @ Maquoketa Just Jake @ 5 PM Mark Zalaznik Summer Concert Series The Other Brothers @ 7 PM 2 PM @ Off Shore Road Trip @ 9 PM Jordan Danielsen 2nd St, Platteville, WI Flatland Ridge 6 PM @ Grape Escape 2 PM @ PromiseLand Winery Gypsy & Resident Scott & Neil 6 PM @ Wicked Dame Boogie Monster 6 PM @ Galena Territories Marina 2 PM @ Hilltop @ Menominee 3 Blind Mice Ken Killian’s Classic Big Band 6 PM @ Frentress Roy Schroedl Music in the Park Series Lake Bar & Grill 2 PM @ Highway 20 6 PM @ Platteville City Park Brewing, Elizabeth Jef Spradley Joie Wails Duo 6 PM @ Stone Cliff Elizabeth Mary (solo) 6:30 PM @ The Yardarm 3 PM @ Stone Cliff Palomino Shullsburg Music In The Park: 6:30 PM @ Dockside, Mud Lake Laura McDonald & Company The Wundos 3 PM @ Sunset Ridge Winery 6:30 PM @ Badger Park Winterlong (Shullsburg, WI) 6:30 PM @ Leadmine Tavern Joe & Vicki Price 3 PM @ Tabor Home Winery Americana Band Tony Walker 7 PM @ Eagle Point Park 7 PM @ Dimensional Unicorn Fist Brewing Co. 3 PM @ New Diggings Dan + Shay w/ Gavin DeGraw General Store 8 PM @ Great Jones County Fair Mojo Busted 7 PM @ Grape Escape Taste Like Chicken FRI 7/23 3:30 PM @ Frentress Josh Yeltman Ten Gallon Hat Lake Bar & Grill 6 PM @ Wicked Dame 7 PM @ Cajun Jack’s, Elizabeth Terry McCauley Three Quarter Buzz Cody Jinks w/ Whitey Morgan 4 PM @ Park Farm Winery 6 PM @ Stone Cliff 8 PM @ Five Flags Arena Danny Parker Project Laura McDonald & Marcus The Mixtape 4 PM @ Sandy Hook Tavern DeJesus 8 PM @ The Yardarm 6 PM @ Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar Fever River String Band The Struggle 4 PM @ Skall Public Rock Steady 8 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn House, Mount Horeb 6 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn

Danny Parker Music in the Gardens: June’s Guttenberg River of Music: 8 PM @ Galena Brewing Co. Got the Cash: Johnny & June Rocktide Cash Tribute 6 PM @ Ingleside Acoustic D.O.G.S. 6:30 PM @ DBQ Arboretum Park, Guttenberg 9 PM @ The Tavern, Prairie Du Chien Staind w/ Pop Evil Elizabeth Mary (Duo) 7 PM @ Q Casino Back 6 PM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill Not Quite Brothers Waters Stage 10 PM @ Delaware County Andreas Transo Fair (Beer Garden) 6 PM @ Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub

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Ongoing & Recurring Nightlife

SUNDAY Karaoke FRIDAY Open Mic w/ Scott Rische Wednesdays @ 9 PM Karaoke w/ Becky McMahon Sundays @ 1 PM Skinny Maginny’s 2nd Friday @ 7 PM Grape Escape Only 8/6 in August THURSDAY Dubuque Driving Range MONDAY Trivia Trivia Thursdays @ 6 PM Karaoke 3rd Monday @ 6:30–8:30 PM Third Corner Food & Spirits Fridays @ 7 PM Textile Brewing Company B-Spoke Bar, The Driftless (Dyersville, IA) Hy-Vee Trivia Thursdays @ 6:30 PM Acoustic Open Mic Comedy Hy-Vee Dodge w/ The Alumatics Mondays @ 8:30 PM 1st Friday @ 8 PM Monk’s Rock Star Bingo Smokestack Thursdays @ 7 PM TUESDAY 7 Hills Brewing Co Karaoke Trivia Fridays @ 9 PM Tuesdays @ 7 PM Dueling Pianos w/ Felix & Fingers Southend Tap Riverboat Lounge Thursdays @ 7 PM B-Spoke Bar, The Driftless Variety Show w/ Shane Blakely Leo-oke: Live Piano Karaoke Every Other Friday: Tuesdays @ 7 PM Open Mic w/ Chad Olsen 7/9, 7/23, 8/6, 8/20 @ 9 PM Wicked Dame Thursdays @ 7 PM 7 Hills Brewing Co. Smokestack Backpocket Trivia SATURDAY Tuesdays @ 7:30 PM Acoustic Open Mic/Karaoke Picnic Basket Concerts w/ Gladdy Backpocket Dubuque w/ Cal Coohey Ressler, Jamie Jones, and Guests Thursdays @ 7 PM Saturdays and Sundays @ Noon WEDNESDAY Frentress Lake Council Hills Station Open Mic (Council Hills, IL) Wednesdays @ 7 PM Jukebox Bingo Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar Every Other Thursday: Karaoke 7/15, 7/29, 8/12 @ 7:30 PM Saturdays @ 9 PM Hy-Vee Trivia Backpocket Dubuque Skinny Maginny’s Wednesdays @ 7 PM Hy-Vee Locust Trivial Pursuit Open Mic w/ Emily Webb 1st Thursday @ 8 PM Saturdays @ 9 PM Karaoke w/ Becky McMahon Hops & Rye 7 Hills Brewing Co. Wednesdays @ 7:30 PM Denny’s Lux Club

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Mitchell Tenpenny with Walker Hayes FRIDAY, JULY 9 @ 7 PM LIvE MUSIC & Q CASINO’S BACK WATERS STAGE (1855 GREYHOUND PARK RD) ENTERTAINMENT FEATURES Q Casino’s Back Waters stage welcomes Mitchell Tenpenny and special guest Walker Hayes to the all ages outdoor FRI 7/9 variety of other styles. He was a soloist stage on Friday, July 9 at 7 p.m. with the Dubuque symphony Orchestra The Nashville rising star rolls in with and the southern Illinois symphony two albums and three ePs under his belt Q Casino’s Back Waters stage, and, has performed in variety of jazz and already has hit the charts with “Drunk presented by MidwestOne Bank returns ensembles such as the larry Busch Me” in addition to co-writing the top 10 with a slate of star-studded entertain- Big Band, Hunter Fuerste Vintage hit “If the Boot Fits” with Granger smith. ment. The Turpin Tailgate has some Jazz Group and the Mistletones. His 2018 Telling All My Secrets debuted seating available on a fi rst-come, at #5 on Billboard’s Country Charts. so fi rst-served basis though the front is far, 2021 has seen the release of two standing room only. GA is standing Secrets FRI 7/16 singles, “Bucket list” and “To us It Did.” room, but you can bring your own chair. 6 PM @ STONE CLIFF WINERY Walker Hayes, is a singer/songwriter All of the shows are rain or shine. (600 STAR BREWERY DR) originally from Mobile, Al. His new- Tickets are $29.50 for GA and $39.50 secrets was originally formed in the est single, “I Hope you Miss Me,” is for Turpin Tailgate and can be purchased mid ‘80s and through ht years has the perfect example of why Billboard online only at BackWatersStage.com had many changes, but secrets has called Hayes’s music “personal, soul- or at the gate. Follow Q Casino at always stuck to its roots. They play a bearing storylines; rolling rhymes; facebook.com/QCasinoHotel for the wide variety of music: ‘60s through the and Macklemore-like cadence.” most up-to-date information. n ‘80s, rock and roll, country, plus some rhythm and blues just to fl avor the Big Mojo sound. secrets plays many tunes that 6 PM @ SPIRITS (1111 DODGE STREET) everybody can dance and sing along to. Three journeymen rockers come together to remind you where great Cody Jinks with rock and roll came from. sure, they’re all sAT 7/10 a little gray around the edges, but they Whitey Morgan still kick it right in the ass. No sluffi n’ off SATURDAY, JULY 17 @ 8 PM with these ol’ boys. Guy Green pounds FIvE FLAGS ARENA (405 MAIN ST) of the beat, Paul Gilligan rips through Cody Jinks, one of the stars of the mod- the solos and power chords on his ern outlaw country music movement, pretty Paul Reed smith guitar, and Dan returns to the Five Flags Arena on satur- shireman leads the way on vocals and day, July 17 at 8 p.m. Jinks most recently keeps the low-end dirty-side-down on appeared at Five Flags in November of bass. Heck, the ladies even tell Paul that 2018, drawing a raucous crowd of about Not Quite Brothers with he smells like fun! If it’s too loud, you’re 1,800 fans. Jinks will be joined by Whitey albums and a live recording from his Morehouse and Johnson probably the same age as these dudes! Morgan, another outlaw country favorite. hometown of Flint, MI. Additionally, he 5 PM @ CASCADE RIvERvIEW AMPITHEATER Described by Rolling Stone as hav- has toured relentlessly averaging over (101 PIERCE ST SW, CASCADE, IA) ing a “blue-collar brand of lived-in 125 shows annually. Rolling Stone has COST: $5 country,” Dallas-area native Cody Jinks described him as a “Waylon Jennings Not Quite Brothers is a fi ve-piece transitioned to country music in the acolyte…modern day outlaw [with a] variety cover band from Cedar Falls, mid-2000s after starting his music career hard hitting brand of music.” NPR Music IA playing rock songs you know and in a thrash metal band. He has since has hailed “staying close to the sound love. They perform dozens of popu- released nine critically-acclaimed albums. and subject matter of classic outlaw lar live shows across Iowa and the Commercial success followed about a artists like Waylon Jennings, Merle rest of the Midwest each year. The Struggle decade later, with 2016’s I’m Not the Devil. Haggard, and David Allan Coe, Morgan 6 PM @ FRENTRESS LAKE BAR & GRILL The self-released album rose to the Top is poised to lead this hand-worn brand (818 GILL RD, EAST DUBUQUE, IL) Ten of both Billboard’s Country and Indie of country to the next generation.” The struggle is a fi ve-person band albums charts. Jinks would again make Face coverings are recommended based in Iowa. They’ve all been friends the upper echelon of those rankings with but not required in accordance with for years, and it really shows through 2018’s Lifers, and 2019’s dual releases of the Venueshield program instituted in their chemistry on stage. The band has After the Fire and The Wanting. Those response to the COVID-19 pandemic. an infectious energy that will send you two albums also occupied the top two Tickets start at $30. Fees may on an unforgettable journey through spots on the album sales rankings apply to ticket purchases. Tickets are Marcus DeJesus the decades. lead singer, emily Mae from both iTunes and Apple Music. available at Ticketmaster.com or at 6 PM @ WICKED DAME (214 W 1ST ST) Webb, adds powerful vocals with an Whitey Morgan’s music career has the Five Flags Center Box Offi ce. For Marcus DeJesus began studying guitar unmistakable, Joplin-like jazz infl u- spanned more than 15 years, time in more information, call 563-589-4254 at 10 years old. He has strong roots in ence that really sets them apart. which Morgan has released fi ve studio or visit FiveFlagsCenter.com. n classical guitar, Brazilian jazz, and a

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The Wundos 3 PM @ SUNSET RIDGE WINERY (12615 HWY 52 N) Art Paul Schlosser The Wundo Band has been perform- 2:30 PM @ SPRING GREEN GENERAL STORE ing a wide variety of musical genres to (137 S ALBANY ST, SPRING GREEN, WI) the delight of audiences since the late Madison Icon and State Street stal- 1980’s. Rock and roll favorites, country wart, Art Paul Schlosser, is coming and pop classics,original songs an jingles to perform at the Spring Green Gen- are highlighted by unique instrumenta- eral Store! He is an artist, cartoonist, tion and energetic vocal harmonies. comedian, journalist, musician, poet, singer, songwriter and the creator of “Have a Peanut Butter Sandwich.” He FRI 7/23 has been a street musician in Madison since February, 1986. Come and welcome him and plan to have a fun time!

Winterlong 7 PM@ THE GRAPE ESCAPE (242 N MAIN ST, GALENA, IL) Southwest Music Festival Neil Young’s music spans decades, w/ Road Trip, The Other Brothers, from the beautiful folk sounds of and Just Jake Harvest to the sonic guitar melodies 5 PM–MIDNIGHT @ 2ND ST, PLATTEVILLE, WI of his band Crazy Horse. Winterlong, TICKETS: $15 ADV/$20 DOOR a tribute to Neil Young explores the Platteville Regional Chamber’s Annual gamut of this folk rock icon. From Hank Southwest Music Festival on historic to Hendrix sums up this seasoned four Second Street features music from piece band from Dubuque. Winter- Just Jake at 5 p.m., The Other Broth- long takes its name from Neil Young’s ers at 7 p.m., and Road Trip at 9 p.m. classic song “Winterlong.” Rick Eagle, plus games, raffle, pull tabs, and more. Shawn Healy, Addison Aronson, and Bring your own lawn chairs. No carry Dean Wellman guarantee a great time ins. Ages 21+. Platteville.com. and a heartfelt adventure through the decades of Neil Young’s music. SUN 7/18 SAT 7/24

Sarah Day Unicorn Fist 1 PM @ YARDARM (1201 SHIRAS AVE EXT) 8 PM @ YARDARM (1201 SHIRAS AVE EXT) Wisconsin-based singer-songwriter Unicorn Fist is a Dubuque-based rock Sarah Day performs acoustic music and synth-pop band featuring highly rec- with roots in country, classic rock, ognizable and high-energy hits you love and folk. Influenced by classic female but don’t necessarily hear from every powerhouses including Stevie Nicks, other band out there. Oddly focused on Patsy Cline, and Janis Joplin, Sarah two main genres, the female-fronted brings a fresh twist to classic tunes, quintet rips out a night full of ‘80s rock honest and soulful vocals, and expres- and pop from groups like Journey, The sive accompaniment on guitar. Cure and A Flock of Seagulls as well a brand new alt-pop-rock favorites from The Killers, Walk the Moon, and Elle King.

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Staind with Regional Concerts & Events Pop Evil Gladys Knight Susto SUNDAY, JULY 18 @ 7 PM July 9 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) Aug 21 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers Q CASINO’S BACK WATERS STAGE (Maquoketa, IA) (1855 GREYHOUND PARK RD) Steel Panther Reuniting after an extended solo outing July 10 @ The Rust Belt (East Moline, IL) Shakey Graves by lead singer Aaron Lewis, who made Aug 22 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers some very successful stops in Dubuque “Deal with the Devil,” “Torn to Pieces,” Comedian Iliza Shlesinger (Maquoketa, IA) on his own in recent years, this is the “Footsteps,” and “Waking Lions.” July 23 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) original crew getting back together to Q Casino’s Back Waters Stage, Sept 12 @ Orpheum Theater (Madison, WI) Lolo bring their huge hits including “It’s Been a presented by MidwestOne Bank returns Aug 28 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers While,” “Outside,” “Something to Remind with a slate of star-studded entertain- Primus w/ Wolfmother and Battles (Maquoketa, IA) You,” and “So Far Away.” See them with ment. The Turpin Tailgate has some July 24 @ BMO Harris Pavilion (Milwaukee, WI) special guest Pop Evil at Q Casino’s Back seating available on a first-come, Doobie Brothers Waters Stage on Sunday, July 18 at 7 p.m. first-served basis though the front is Lollapalooza Music Festival Aug 28 @ TaxSlayer Center (Moline, IL) Staind is comprised of lead vocalist standing room only. GA is standing July 29–August 1 @ Grant Park (Chicago, IL) and rhythm guitarist Lewis, lead guitar- room, but you can bring your own chair. Pinegrove ist Mike Mushok, bassist and backing All of the shows are rain or shine. Foo Fighters Aug 31 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers vocalist Johnny April, and drummer Sal Tickets are $54.50 for GA and $89.50 July 30 @ American Family Insurance (Maquoketa, IA) Giancarelli. The band was formed in 1995 for Turpin Tailgate and can be purchased Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) in their hometown of Springfield, MA. online only at BackWatersStage.com Summerfest Music Festival No strangers to the festival stage, or at the gate. Follow Q Casino at Modest Mouse Sept 2–18 @ Henry Maier Festival Park Pop Evil opens the night of rock with No. facebook.com/QCasinoHotel for the July 30 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) (Milwaukee, WI) 1 Billboard Rock singles like “Trenches,” most up-to-date information. n Claud Little River Band July 30 @ Racoon Motel (Davenport, IA) Sept 4 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA)

Billy idol KISS Buck Fest Aug 1 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) Sept 5 @ American Family Insurance BUCKCHERRY FEATURING CORE, NOT Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) QUITE BROTHERS, AND JABBER BOX Orville Peck THURSDAY, AUGUST 5 @ 7 PM Aug 3 @ Raccoon Motel (Davenport, IA) George Thorogood & The Destroyers FIVE FLAGS ARENA (405 MAIN ST) Aug 6 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) Sept 5 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) Buck Fest takes over the Five Flags Arena stage on Thursday, Aug. 5 at Willie Nelson and The Avett Brothers Waxahatchee 7 p.m. when Buckcherry comes to Aug 7 @ Breese Stevens Field (Madison, WI) Sept 9 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers town with special guests Core, Not (Maquoketa, IA) Quite Brothers, and Jabber Box. Elle King Buckcherry frontman, Josh Todd, has listeners exactly what they want: above Aug 7 @ Rhythm Section Amphitheater Gogol Bordello a simple philosophy when it comes to the rim production, rock sounds you rec- (Mount Carroll, IL) Sept 11 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) rock ‘n’ roll. “I wanna have fun blowing ognize, and powerful live performances. out your eardrums… keep it rocking from Not Quite Brothers is a five-piece The Black Crowes Comedian Tom Segura state to state” as he sings in the band’s variety cover band from Cedar Falls, Aug 8 @ American Family Insurance Sept 16 @ Overture Hall (Madison, WI) song “Warpaint.” The Los Angeles- IA playing rock songs you know and Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) based band has been living up to Todd’s love. They perform dozens of popu- Michael Buble motto since the 1999 release of their lar live shows across Iowa and the Dermot Kennedy Sept 16 @ TaxSlayer Center (Moline, IL) self-titled debut album. Hits including rest of the Midwest each year. Aug 10 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) “Lit Up,” “For the Movies,” “Crazy Bitch,” Jabber Box is the Tri-State area’s David Huckfelt, Pieta Brown, and “Sorry” have followed, along with hottest alternative rock band. Known Foreigner Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts, Mac Leaphart Grammy Award nominations, platinum- for their high-energy performance, they Aug 11 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) Sept 17 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers certified sales, and international touring. have been recognized as the area’s Best (Maquoketa, IA) Austin, TX’s Core brings elements of Band through the annual BestFest vot- Blue Öyster Cult harder active rock, modern post-grunge, ing. Jabber Box plays all your favorites Aug 13 @ Alliant Energy PowerHouse Kane Brown and killer alt-rock with classic rock over- from Theory of a Deadman, Nickelback, (Cedar Rapids, IA) Sept 18 @ TaxSlayer Center (Moline, IL) tones from legendary influences. From Buckcherry, Blink 182, and many more. harder songs, to breathtaking new-rock Face coverings are recommended The Beach Boys Snails ballads, the young guys in this quar- but not required in accordance with Aug 15 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) Sept 18 @ Liquid (Madison, WI) tet lay out very catchy choruses while the VenueShield program instituted in offering up relatable blunt-honest lyrics response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Ani DiFranco Saliva, Powerman 5000, Adema, Flaw that combine with powerful guitar riffs Tickets start at $34. Fees may Aug 19 @ Codfish Hollow Barnstormers Sept 19 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) listeners can feel. Core stands out com- apply to ticket purchases. Tickets are (Maquoketa, IA) mercially with a familiar style that some available at Ticketmaster.com or at The Alan Parsons Live Project radio programmers are calling “refresh- the Five Flags Center Box Office. For Maroon 5 September 21 @ Adler Theatre (Davenport, IA) ing” and “needed.” Core is positioned to more information, call 563-589-4254 Aug 19 @ American Family Insurance give their fans, concert goers, and radio or visit FiveFlagsCenter.com. n Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI)

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39 youngsters at U of I Camp at Maquoketa Caves Blues guitarist Kenny Wayne Dubuque Symphony Summer Melodies Shepherd opens up a new learn caving, survival skills, returns to the Dubuque Arboretum with season of outdoor concerts atlatls, fi shing, fi res, forests,guest conductor Jason Weinberger of at the Q Casino’s Back prairies & more. the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony. Waters Stage sponsored by Photo by Wayne Buchholtz. MidWestOne Bank. Photo by Bob Felderman.

Legendary rocker Tommy Shaw It’s the calm before the storm at the We don’t know their names, but these Modern classical/electronic violinist Lindsey and Styx rock Five Flags Arena on Fincel’s produce stand at the Dubuque heroes dominated the competition Stirling brought her highly theatrical, dance- July 3rd during an early show so Farmers’ Market. Their famous sweet at Donut Boy’s Donut Demolition corn hits stands just as this issue fi lled show to the Five Flags Arena on July 5th. everyone could still make it out to outside the venerable Dubuque watch the fi reworks on the river. does. Get your dozen today! institution’s Asbury Road location. Photo by Steven Schleuning

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DUBUQUE MARINA AND YARDARM: FIREBOAT CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH LOADED FRIES COCONUT COVE RESORT: FISH TACO WRAP

This is because, as mentioned in the cover story on always a clean environment. That last bit can be a chal- page 18, The Rec Group who owns the resort has opted lenge for a venue that focuses so much on outdoor ameni- Dining with to make a big investment in kitchen talent, bringing in ties, so it’s keenly important to always make it a priority. Chefs Jason Culbertson and Robert Weaver, who each The menus carry most of the dining categories you’re bear a wealth of experience in high-end restaurants in looking for: appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, The Rec the Tri-States. So expect big changes coming this sum- pizzas, and special entrees. And let us not forget a full run- mer and certainly in the fall as this restaurant is the one down of cold beverages including custom signature drinks. in their arsenal of eateries that will not close with the For starters, you’ll find favorites like cheese curds, Group end of the boating and camping season. Off Shore will onion rings, shrimp (grilled or fried and served firecracker be a year-round destination restaurant featuring both style or coconut battered, depending on the location), accessible lunch and dinner favorites catering to the nachos, wings, and quesadillas. But while the Yardam’s The Yardarm summer crowd when the weather is our friend, but also nachos are chicken and bacon with white queso and bringing out a slate of fine dining options that will surely Coconut Cove goes old school with seasoned beef, the Riverfront Bar & Grill, make fans want to make that mid-winter drive from nachos at Off Shore are seafood style with grilled shrimp Dubuque to get their favorite dish again and again. and ahi tuna over wonton chips. We had some. They Coconut Cove In the meantime, while offering some curveballs for were yummy! How’s that for a skilled food review term? the menus at other venues owned by The Rec Group, They all have signature burgers from a Jalapeño Pop- Resort, Off Shore which include the Dubuque Marina & Yardarm, Whitetail per Burger or Backwater Burger with homemade bacon Bluff Resort, and Coconut Cove Resort, you will find a marmalade and a bourbon glaze at Off Shore to the Bar & Grill, and lot of familiarity and congruency between the proper- Beyond Meat burger at the Yardarm, a popular new option ties. For that reason, we’re going to talk about them, for vegans and, you know, healthy people. Try the Cabana Whitetail Bluff Resort for now, as a whole. Because if you’re looking for the Burger at Coconut Cove which adds pulled pork and BBQ experience of an hour or two summer micro-vacation sauce to your beef patty. So many options, but you can By Bryce Parks lunch or dinner, these properties can all offer a ver- also always invent your own burger at any of the locations. sion of that to take your savage hunger while calming Whitetail Bluff has the most traditional Americana version When we planned our cover story, we thought the stressed-out version of you that had a long week of any of the menus, but you can still find a selection of doing an extensive food review on the new Off and is ready for a cold beverage and a great view. similar burgers, apps, wraps, pizzas, and more on the Shore Bar & Grill would be the compliment, but Without reinventing the wheel, the restaurant and bar menu plus fun stuff like the adult grilled cheese which fea- after our interview, we realized that doing that concepts at these properties take on many favorites that tures swiss and pepper jack cheese and bacon—because feature now, focused on that one venue, would people expect to see along the shore of the Mississippi and it’s proven science that bacon makes everything better. be akin to reviewing Disney’s Hollywood Studios toss in some curveballs along the way. After all, you never Wraps are big at the resorts, and you’ll find Theme Park a month BEFORE the Star Wars Gal- know which bait is going to be hot from day to day. And cheesesteak, buffalo chicken, chicken caesar, and axy’s Edge attraction was open. Yes, still cool, through the menus, the common theme is quality food fish taco-style wraps at some locations while each but not as cool as it’s going to be very soon. served fresh in an inviting and, so important to the owners, creates unique offerings like seared mini ahi tuna

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OFF SHORE BAR & GRILL: SEAFOOD NACHOS OFF SHORE BAR & GRILL: REMODELED INTEROR wraps at Off Shore or their Outlaw, a seasoned They post a tempting photo of what spe- Coconut Cove Resort chicken base with roasted corn, black beans, home- cial for lunch just about every day. 1549 BLUFF ROAD HAZEL GREEN, WI made fire-roasted salsa, and cheddar cheese. Each, of course, has kids menu options being family- 608-748-5480 You can also find two or three speciality sal- focused venues. As for desserts, Whitetail Bluff offers fun- COCONUTCOVERESORT.COM ads from traditional chicken caesar, taco salad, or nel fries and ice cream while Off Shore plays to raspberry Summer Hours: Wed–Mon: 11 AM–8 or 9 PM; Tue: Closed buffalo chicken to an Italian-style Caprese salad cheesecake, S’mores Cake, and key lime pie to tempt you. or the Summer Breeze salad at Off Shore, which Each venue has a list of signature drinks and classics. is Cobb-like with cucumber dill dressing. Off Shore’s, named after kinds of racking boats include the The Yardarm Riverfront Bar & Grill Coconut Cove’s sandwich game is strong with a great Formula (Bombay gin, honey, lemon, muddled raspber- 1201 SHIRAS AVE EXT, DUBUQUE, IA pulled pork, Volcano Chicken, Italian beef, and two club ries, and lavender bitters), the Cigarette (rum, pineapple, 563-582-3653 options. But the Yardarm wins the sandwich battle with orange, and cherry juices), and the Magnum (Malibu, DUBUQUEMARINA.COM a Prime Rib Philly, Beer Cheese French Dip, Top Shelf Blue Curacao, lemonade, topped with a can of Bud Light Summer Hours: Tue–Sun: 11 AM–Close (late on weekends); Grilled Cheese, beer-battered cod, BLT, pulled pork, grilled Seltzer, and served in an Off Shore sand bucket!). The Mon–Tue: Closed chicken, and Fireboat Chicken, the favorite go-to for co- Yardarm’s special drink menu won’t fit in the paper it’s so owner Jamie Becker. I had it with her as well, and it was big. You can guess what goes in the Dreamsicle, sangria, a great choice. Chicken salad and a cheesesteak join the Mai Thai, and their famous Bloody Mary. Well, we’ll tell Off Shore Bar & Grill light spicy mayo-based lobster roll unique to Off Shore. you the Bob Marley features Bacardi Limon, Malibu, Peach 4115 N RIVERVIEW BELLEVUE, IA Pizza is also a common theme because, well, who Schnapps, and Melon DeKuyper, topped with pineapple 563-872-5000 doesn’t love pizza? Coconut offers their unique spins of juice and a splash of cranberry juice. Yes, please! The OFFSHORERESORT.NET pizza with the Hawaiian featuring pineapple and Cana- Captain’s Float is a blend of Captain Morgan, Vanilla Summer Hours: Thu–Sun: 11 AM–9 PM; Mon–Wed: Closed dian bacon and the BLT pizza with expanse itself. The McGillicuddy’s, Rumchata, and root beer. You can Yardarm’s River Philly pizza strays from the usual in a try one every day and it’ll take you a couple of weeks deliciously caramelized oniony kind of way. And Off to get through them. Oh, and at least five frozen con- Whitetail Bluff Resort Shore has taken the pizza oven to the next level, install- coctions including margaritas, daiquiris, piña cola- 8973 IRISH RIDGE RD. CASSVILLE, WI ing a flame-throwing stone hearth monstrosity that das, Miami Vice, and American Dream (strawberry 608-725-5577 can kick out scores of pizzas in no time. The Margarita daiquiri topped with piña colada and float of Blue WHITETAILBLUFFCAMP.NET pizza is a specialty there as well as the seafood pizza on Curacao for a dreamy red, white and blue treat). Summer Hours: Thu–Sun: 11 AM–Close; Mon–Wed: Closed an Alfredo base with shrimp and lobster on top. Once You’ll have to visit in person or check the menus again, you can be the captain and set sail on your pizza online to see exactly which restaurant features which adventure any way you want it built if you prefer. items, but you seriously can’t go wrong. Especially The Yardarm also features tacos three ways: fish, when it comes with a view... and live music. Double SUBMIT YOUR DINING SUGGESTIONS! beef, and pulled pork. You might also see photos of that if you can enjoy it with friends and family. And DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE RESTAURANT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SEE US daily specials, most off-menu, so it’s a great reason to as always, tell ‘em Bryce at 365ink sent ya! Or just VISIT? SEND US YOUR REQUESTS, SUGGESTIONS AND COMMENTS! follow them on Facebook (@dubuquemarinayardarm). point at me across the patio and say, “that guy!” n EMAIL: [email protected]

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people, and even your health. When you refuse to forgive, you get angry, bitter, You and stressed. You become more prone to numerous ailments such as ulcers, heart problems, anxiety attacks, and Deserve It cancer. Study after study shows that one of the keys to happiness is to develop By Matt Booth a habit of letting go of past hurts. Some people get so angry, they’re Forgiveness is giving up resentment and unable or unwilling to consider forgiveness bitterness against another (or yourself). as an option. Want proof? Just take a look One of the most important, yet thorni- at Facebook or Twitter. Forgiveness is a est, things you ever do in life is forgiving choice. When you say, I can’t forgive that someone who has wounded you. Refus- person, what you’re saying is, “ I’m choos- ing to forgive is toxic to your life. Nelson ing not to forgive that person.” Forgive- Mandela put it this way, “Hating someone ness does not mean that you condone, is drinking poison and expecting the other forget, ignore, or accept what occurred; person to die from it.” By forgiving, you rid you are simply forgiving them and choos- your body of that poison. Forgive oth- ing to move on. You may not think you ers who have hurt you, not because they are ready to forgive, but do it anyway. deserve it, but because you deserve it. Anger, bitterness, and stress are lethal. The greatest benefit of forgiveness Hatred towards others is harmful if goes to the person giving it, not the swallowed. Forgiveness frees you from one receiving it. When you forgive, you contamination. It is a virtue of which cleanse your body of contamination. the world has too little. When you You are freeing yourself from the hatred finally decide to let go of past hurts, you’ve been swallowing. You will get out you empower yourself. But deciding to of victim mode. Past hurts, disappoint- forgive others, you find peace. Think of ments, or pain can become part of your one person right now who has wounded identity if you allow it. The more you you. Can you see that person? Now, relive those experiences, the more you forgive them. Not because they deserve will associate with them. If you are not it, but because you deserve it! n careful, you’ll fall into victim mode and find it difficult to get out of it. Forgive- ness allows you to reclaim your power. The cost of refusing to forgive is high. “Attitude is your choice, not your It affects your attitude, how you treat condition.” —Matt Booth

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executive with the World Bank, and he now lives off the them. Martine found one grid tracking down stolen art and destroying counterfeits. of the Louvre scholars and Annuit Here’s the caper: Astrid wants Dan to steal four books he gave them the news. from a locked room containing hundreds of forbidden The four-volume set was, books in a remote Roman Catholic monastery near Prague. indeed, a list of artwork, Coeptus The books contain information Astrid can use to trace the sculptures, and architectural ownership of the art almost all of which was expropri- artifacts stolen by Napo- By Bob Gelms ated by Napoleon and now resides in Paris at the Louvre. leon on his conquests. He Astrid tells Dan there might be a small, thin fifth book, and then told them the little John Oehler’s Ex Libris is an exhilarating romp that if he sees it, take that one too. They also have help book might be the most from Prague all the way to Paris. It indicts Napo- on the inside as Astrid’s daughter, Martine, works in the desired book on Earth. He leon Bonaparte, not Napoleon Solo, for the big- Louvre, and she will accompany Dan so he’s not stopped. told them it was the most gest art theft this side of the Nazis during WWII. They pull off the heist at the monastery, and I am famous of all the lost books It all started as it almost always does with a phone not telling what went wrong, but pretty much every- of the Bible, and making call from a beautiful woman dangling a first-class plane thing did. The cops are after them, the monks are after its contents known would ticket to a four-star hotel on Seven Mile Beach on Grand them, mysterious guys in black are after them and are cause a cataclysmic catastrophe of biblical proportions. It Cayman Island. It’s quite close to paradise on Earth. It’s either agents from the Vatican or nefarious, evil forces would encumber all the first-world countries on the planet. also quite close to a small reef about 50 yards from the who want that little book. Our heroes can’t read it When you find out, you will see how believable the upheaval beach with all the tropical fish you have ever wanted to because Dan thinks it is written in Greek or Hebrew. could be and how our society and cultures will all collapse. see in the wild. How do I know? Well, I have been there a They reach the German border and are taken in by a Mr. Oehler’s book is a slam-bang thriller of the first few times scuba diving and snorkeling out to that reef. camp of gypsies and hidden from the cops and aided order, and if that’s your thing, Ex Libris fits the bill. It’s The female in question was Astrid Desmarai, call- them on their way to Paris in the dead of night. smart, exhilarating, and thought-provoking Spend your ing Dan Lovel, a former agent with the US Diplomatic Back at the Louvre, Martine and Dan find out why money on this book expecting to be entertained because Security Service, who once saved Astrid’s life. She’s a big everyone who knew they had those books wanted to kill you will be. Tempus Fugit when you are having fun. n

potato. To ripen a California avocado, place the fruit in a paper bag with an apple, banana, or kiwi for two to five California days at room temperature (these fruits accelerate the process by giving off ethylene, a natural hormone that promotes ripening). When the avocados yield to gentle Avocados pressure, they are ready. Be sure to wash avocados before Stuffed Avocados cutting into them. Peeling instead of scooping an avocado MAKES 8 SERVINGS By Hy-Vee Nutritionists will help get the most out of it, and will help you access Megan Horstman (Asbury) and the darkest green part closest to the skin, which has the Ingredients Amy Cordingley (Locust and Dodge) most nutritional value. Enjoy California avocados in this • 4 tbsp + 4 tsp Hy-Vee • 1 (15-oz) can Hy-Vee black simple recipe; it works well as an appetizer or side dish. n Select olive oil, divided beans, drained and rinsed Avocados have received a lot of attention in the past • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice • 1 c. Hy-Vee chunky salsa few years. From avocados in brownies, to avocado ice The information is not intended as medical advice. Please • 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro • 1 tsp ground cumin cream, to avocado chips, to avocado toast, this light, consult a medical professional for individual advice. • 2 tsp Hy-Vee honey • ¾ cup fresh or frozen corn green fruit seems to be everywhere and in everything. • ½ tsp Hy-Vee Dijon mustard • 4 medium fresh California So what’s all the hype about? And is it worth it? • ¼ tsp Hy-Vee salt avocados, halved and seeded California avocados provide many health benefits. You • 1/8 tsp cayenne • 4 tbsp Hy-Vee tradi- may have heard that avocados offer healthy fats—this is • 4 cups shredded lettuce tional feta crumbles a commonly highlighted benefit, and it is correct; more • 1 cup shredded carrots than 75 percent of the fat in avocados is unsaturated fat and promotes heart health. But healthy fats are far from Directions the only thing that avocados bring to the table. They also 1. Preheat grill for direct cooking to medium-high heat. offer more than 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutri- 2. For salad, whisk together 4 tablespoons olive oil, ents. To name just a few, they have vitamin K, riboflavin, lime juice, cilantro, honey, mustard, salt, and cay- potassium, niacin, vitamin B6, manganese and iron. enne. Toss in lettuce and carrots; set aside. California avocados are also a source of antioxidants, 3. In medium cast iron skillet, combine beans, salsa, and which can help protect cells from free radical dam- cumin. Place skillet over heat; cook on uncovered grill age. Some examples of antioxidants found in avocados until mixture bubbles, about 5 minutes. Stir in corn; cook include beta-carotene (promotes eye health), lutein until heated through and no excess liquid remains. (promotes eye health), lycopene (can help protect 4. Meanwhile, brush cut sides of each avocado half with against cancer), selenium (important for heart health), ½ teaspoon olive oil; place cut side down on grill; grill vitamin A (promotes eye health), vitamin C (boosts for 2–3 minutes or until grill marks appear. immunity) and vitamin E (beneficial for skin and hair). 5. Fill avocado halves with black bean mixture and Furthermore, consuming California avocados as part top with feta. Serve with prepared salad. of a balanced diet can help manage blood sugar levels; consider pairing avocados with sources of carbohydrates, Nutrition Facts: 340 calories per serving, Total Fat: 25g, Saturated such as potatoes, to help slow down the digestion. Fat: 4g, Trans Fat: 0g, Cholesterol 25mg, Sodium 550mg, Total Selection, preparation, and storage of avocados does Carbs: 26g, Dietary Fiber 12g, Total Sugars: 6g, Protein: 6g not have to be a challenge. When selecting a California avocado, aim for a texture that feels similar to a baked Source: Hy-Vee.com

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part of town I hardly knew. I was fasci- nated with the street to the north, so high You Can’t up I begged my husband to drive me along it. I salute everyone who lives there—the few, the brave. On the map, this street Get There begins as East 22nd St. and then mysteri- ously turns into Thomas Place. If you know the story, please advise. Is it near the place From where somebody named Thomas lived? Most mysterious of all are the houses on the hill behind our house. For the life Here of me, I cannot figure out how the people who live there get in and out. It’s all woods By Pam Kress-Dunn behind our house, big oaks and maples and the ground covered with Weasel We moved six years ago to a house in Snout (aka Yellow Archangel) and lichen. what I call the suburbs. It’s obvious one Beyond the houses, the ground slopes developer snapped up all the land on sharply down again and then you’re at Bee this street, because every house looks Branch Creek. On my trusty map, a road the same. Oh, there’s stone on the front named Helen Ridge Court goes up to the of one and brick on the one across the houses, but it’s invisible. There is no road street, but I could be beamed into any between Balboa and 32nd, or there was no house in the middle of the night and road until the developers started build- easily find my way to the bathroom. ing more houses last week and carved It took us awhile to get our bearings, a new road right about there. Will it be figuring out whether to take Grandview called Helen Ridge Court? I can’t wait to YOU ARE HERE or 32nd to get to Hy-Vee, not to mention see, once the sign goes up. (And who was the hilly journey to our church. I used to Helen?) Till then, I guess those people are warn Dubuque newcomers, “There are no being airlifted to their houses because PAM KRESS-DUNN shortcuts. Don’t even try,” but I was mostly THERE IS NO ROAD, I swear, and the PAM BELIEVES THAT IF SHE DOESN’T WRITE ABOUT IT, IT DIDN’T talking about trying to get home in a hurry houses have been there for ages. Again, HAPPEN. YOU CAN READ ALL 300+ OF HER PAST COLUMNS, PLUS from Menard’s. We moved from Wood St. if you live up there, feel free to set me OTHER RANDOM POSTS, ON HER BLOG AT SIEGEOFWORDS.COM. near Loras, and after moving here, I started straight. Please. I’m worried about you. arriving late for appointments because I was Having arrived in Dubuque in 1986, I’ve so used to be being kind of in the middle of been here long enough to have snapshot town. I loved how close that house was so memories all over town. On our way to a many things—gas station, drug store, coffee- picnic at Eagle Point Park last week, we house, fire station, park, hospital (though not passed Windsor, and as I glanced north, I the one I worked for). Mixed neighborhoods was besieged with dueling recollections— are more livable than endless rows of houses. a sad one of visiting my mom in her For a few years between college and last years at Stonehill, a romantic one more college, my son Dan earned his of going to see my now-husband at his keep delivering pizza. He had an amaz- friend’s condo behind the nursing home. ing knowledge of the city, learning street Some places comprise happy and sad all names and landmarks I’d never heard wrapped up in one place, like the house of. If I didn’t have to take Shiras to the on University where I raised my son and grandest park in town I’d have no idea it daughter single-handedly, as best I could. existed. Every day I read about places in That house was up for rent a while back the paper I cannot locate without Google and Dan texted me a link to Zillow pictures Maps. I prefer print, and treasure the with a warning—“They made some weird map of Dubuque I picked up at Theisen’s changes! Maybe you shouldn’t look!” years ago. (Hint: It needs updating.) But I did, and it was both unsettling and I love discovering streets new to me. comforting. The kitchen floor is horrendous, When the Bee Branch project shut down but hey, they fixed up the bathroom we Kaufmann—our main conduit to the always wished was nicer. I pass that house Walgreens where my drugs are dealt, to all the time since it’s on a major artery, and Hendrick’s where we stock up on birdseed, I wince at the stumps of the trees they cut and to our friend at Bethany Home—I was down. As Allison always asks, “Why?” a little bit okay with the inconvenience I grew up with a family that took because I had to use streets I hadn’t Sunday drives in the country. These days, known existed. When Siri told me to take in this town, I’m happy taking a drive Primrose Lane, I did, and it was thrilling to around my own adopted town. Short- drive past streets named after cities we cuts may be hard to come by, but you passed on our way to my sister’s nursing never know what you’ll find around that home—Davenport! Muscatine! Burlington! unfamiliar corner. The drive down the Dropping off the church newsletter to Southwest Arterial is amazing, but I like my friend at Bethany took me to another exploring little lanes even better. n

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ARIES SCORPIO (APR 19–MAY 13) (NOv 23–NOv 29) I know it’s rough that you don’t have to face DEAR GWEN, all the time. Future Me does not like Dubuque’s sushi restaurant is closed it alone. But the stars say you will I told my entire family that once confl ict and will choose fi ve hours of for renovations. It’s rough on us all. anyway. so… I guess you DO have I was vaccinated, I’d spend more Phish over saying something like, “Hey But together we can get through this. to face it alone? It’s unclear how time with them. It was so easy to man, I really don’t want to do that,” or much choice you actually have. say no to birthday parties and post- “Wow, something came up and that TAURUS church lunches during lockdown, something involves me not having hours (MAY 14–JUNE 19) OPHIUCHUS but now that I’m beyond fully vac- of secondhand embarrassment for all I’m sorry. I misheard the (NOv 30–DEC 17) cinated, it’s harder to say no. I’m four members of Phish while hundreds stars last time. They actually said you may be tried for war running out of excuses. Advice? of people around me are on acid.” your story will be “ugh-inspiring.” crimes on all seven continents, but —sincerely, Antisocial on Avalon Which isn’t even a thing people at least you’ll travel the world. But if you need some more excuses, normally say, so it’s not my fault. DEAR ANTISOCIAL ON AvALON, I’m full of them. Here are some excuses SAGITTARIUS Bud, this is a classic case of Past you you can borrow until you fi gure out how GEMINI (DEC 18–JAN 8) sabotaging Future you. sometimes to tell your family you don’t like them: (JUNE 20–JULY 20) shame on you. Go to your I’ll put a bottle of water on my night- “I’m sorry, I can’t come. I just realized Did you know you can room and think about what you’ve done. stand in the morning because I know I completely misunderstood the plot avoid questions about a person’s that by the time it’s bedtime, I’ll forget of Fight Club, and I’ve got to get to the horoscope by turning it back on CAPRICORN my glass of water, and I’ll already be bottom of this,” or “I’m sorry, I can’t them with another question? (JAN 9–FEB 15) horizontal, and I won’t want to haul come. My best friend has her foot stuck your life will be a veritable myself all the way out of bed to get in a grate, and I do not know where CANCER all-you-can-eat buff et… but ‘cept water, and the next day I’ll wake up the grate is located,” or “I’m sorry, I (JULY 21–AUG 9) you’re the one on the carving table. dehydrated with my skin all crusty can’t come. I am currently incarcer- The old adage will still and dusty like a baseball diamond. so ated until further notice,” or “I’m sorry, ring true: When someone asks AQUARIUS Past Me will prepare for the inevitable I can’t come. My chiropractor told me if you’re a god, you say yes. (FEB 16–MAR 11) by putting a bottle of water on the that my cat may need sunglasses and That movie will sAy that nightstand at 8 p.m. Past Me knows I am on a hunt for cat-sized glasses,” LEO any resemblance to actual persons, Future Me is a complete idiot who will or “I’m sorry, I can’t come. My head is (AUG 10–SEP 15) living or dead, or actual events is choose dehydration over movement. caught in a spider web,” or “I’m sorry, I’m sorry, but for the purely coincidental, but somewhere I can’t come. I’m in a physical alterca- foreseeable future, Hollywood will in some universe, all the Fast & Furi- Past you told your family a lie about tion with a man at Applebees because continue to feature “Where Is My ous movies have actually happened. wanting to hang out and now Future I eyeballed his sizzlin’ Caramel Apple Mind?” by the Pixies in damn near you is dealing with the consequences. Blondie,” or my ultimate favorite, “I’m every… single… soundtrack. PISCES We’ve all been there. like one time, I sorry, I can’t come. Time is an illusion.” (MAR 12–APR 18) told a stranger I’d go to a Phish concert. —xoxo Gwen vIRGO Huh...I didn’t know a human Because I said that, he thought I would (SEP 16–OCT 30) being could have that many consecu- go to a Phish concert, and he bought The Good News: The tive orgasms. start hydrating now. me a ticket to see Phish. I had to drive person who is about to ask what to Milwaukee and see Phish noodle you’re reading is your soulmate. around for a shockingly excessive GWEN BEATTY The Bad News: your soulmate is amount of time. And it was awful. And GWeN BeATTy Is A sORORITy DROPOuT AND the kind of person who interrupts I have two Phish bumper stickers in CRyBABy, ReADy AND WIllING TO BOss yOu people while they’re trying to read. DANNY FAIRCHILD my possession because Past Me just AROuND. IF yOu WANT TO Tell HeR sHe’s DANNy FAIRCHIlD Is THe ONly THING walks around saying stuff to people PReTTy, eMAIl [email protected]. LIBRA sTANDING BeTWeeN us AND THe CelesTIAl (OCT 31–NOv 22) BODIes THAT WOulD DesTROy us All. Those pills in the KIND OF lIKe THe MOVIe ARMAGEDDON. future that will replace all meals yOu CAN THANK HIM By eMAIlING HIM will be friggin’ delicious. AT [email protected].

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