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Arts...... 2 Health Care/Safety Programs...... 20 Before/After-School Programs...... 2 Housing—Permanent & Rental...... 25 Birthday Parties...... 3 Housing—Temporary Shelters...... 26 Camps...... 3 Libraries...... 27 Child Care & Preschools...... 4 Music...... 28 Clothing & Household Items...... 8 Photography...... 28 Counseling Services/Support Groups.....9 Schools—Public and Private...... 29 Cultural Opportunities...... 14 Shopping...... 30 Dental Services...... 14 Educational Opportunities...... 15 Sports / Recreation...... 31 Emergency Information...... 17 Theatre Arts...... 34 Financial Assistance...... 18 Transportation Services...... 34 Food Programs...... 19 Volunteer Opportunities...... 34 Free/Reduced Price Meals...... 20 Youth Activities and Attractions...... 35 The Family Resource Guide contains information from companies and organizations that offer services and activities for children in the Dubuque County area. Inclusion in this guide does not indicate endorsement of any listing. The Kids Expo Committee or sponsors cannot be responsible for any errors, omissions, or typographical errors. Any missing or incorrect information should be submitted to [email protected] to be placed in or corrected in the next published guide. To obtain additional copies, contact Dubuque County Early Childhood at 563-588-1620.

Arts • Before-and-After-School Program ARTS Matter Creative Center...... 556-0117 Academy of Ballet/Dubuque City 140 E. 9th St., Dbq 52001 Youth Ballet (DCYB) ...... 583-2047 www.mattercreative.center 2085 Mullin Rd., Dbq 52001 E-mail: [email protected] www.balletdubuque.com • Art classes, pottery painting, building lab, E-mail: [email protected] and birthday parties. • Studios located in the Grand Opera House. • Open to all ages and abilities. • Classical ballet training for ages 6-adult. • Beginner through advanced classes. Michaels Arts & Crafts...... 584-0339 • Professionally trained staff. 2455 NW Arterial, Dbq 52002 • Performance opportunities available. www.michaels.com

Dubuque Museum of Art...... 557-1851 BEFORE-/AFTER- 701 Locust St., Dbq 52001 SCHOOL PROGRAMS www.dbqart.com After-School Care...... 556-3371 • Offers traveling art exhibitions and art class- Offered by Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA es for adults and children. At various locations • Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m., closed holi- After-School Tutoring...... 583-1729 days and Mondays. Offered by Westminster Church 2155 University Ave., Dbq 52001 Hobby Lobby Creative Center...... 557-0680 • Offered to students from Irving School grades 3-5. 3925 Dodge St., Dbq 52002 • Academic homework help, snacks, and games. • Hours: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; closed Sundays.

2 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Before-and-After-School Program • Birthday Parties • Camps Before- and After-School • Weekly summer camp sessions, winter Programs at St. Mark Youth respite weekends, Camp Bee-A-Friend day Enrichment...... 582-6211 camps (for children on the Autism Spectrum 1201 Locust St., Dbq 52001 and typical developing children) are www.stmarkyouthenrichment.org available. • Located at various elementary schools on • Camper to counselor ratio is 3 to 1 and 1 to Monday through Friday on regularly sched- 1 when needed. uled school days. • Nursing services available 24 hours daily • Academic, themed-based program providing during camp session. homework help, reading and math instruc- tion, character building, and more. Capri College...... 588-2379 • Includes nutritious snack or meal. Capri Camp for Kids • All programs have certified teachers provid- 395 Main St., Dbq 52001 ing the instruction. Dubuque Community BIRTHDAY PARTIES YMCA/YWCA Camps...... 556-3371 Fun-N-Games Company...... 581-4589 35 N. Booth St., Dbq 52001 Bob Slattery www.dubuquey.org • Unique entertainment solutions for schools, E-mail: [email protected] corporate events, picnics, and more. Dubuque Humane Society Happy Joe’s...... 556-0820 Kids ‘N Critters Camp...... 582-6766 855 Century Dr., Dbq 52002 4242 Chavenelle Rd., Dbq 52002 • Dine-in and carry-out pizza. Voted best in www.dbqhumane.org the tri-state last 15 years. • Offered to kids in 4th to 6th grade. • Offers fun birthday party packages for all • Kicks into gear every year during the ages with free sundae. Call for details. summer. • The Kids & Companions Club is a free club LT Amusements...... 584-9142 offered to kids under age 12. Meets the 1st 13306 Harvest Moon Ridge, Sherrill 52073 Saturday at 11 a.m. www.ltamusements.com Girl Scouts Camps...... 583-9169 McDonalds PlayPlace...... 583-8286 2644 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52001 2250 Flint Hill Dr., Dbq 52003 Loras College All-Sports Camps.... 588-7053 RMB MAGIC...... 556-8584 1450 Alta Vista St., Dbq 52004 Bob Beardsley www.lorasallsportscamps.com • Stand-up and walk-around magic/balloon E-mail: [email protected] animals for parties, special occasions, cor- • Instruction in 3 different sports selected from porate events, birthday parties, and magic over 40 sports. Small counselor-to-camper shows. ratios. • Awards based on Christian values and sports- CAMPS manship. Boy Scouts Camp...... 556-4343 • 4 one-week sessions in June and July for girls 10601 Military Rd., Dbq 52003 and boys ages 7-14. www.scoutsiowa.com • A fun-filled, life-changing adventure.

Camp Albrecht Acres...... 552-1771 NICC Kids on Campus.... 557-8271 ext. 247 14837 Sherrill Rd., Sherrill 52073 ...... 1-888-642-2338 ext. 247 www.albrechtacres.org Town Clock Center for Professional Development E-mail: [email protected] 680 Main St., Dbq 52001 • Nestled on 40 acres of wooded land, Camp Albrecht Acres is a private, not-for-profit organization that serves individuals with special needs. Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 3 Camps • Child Care & PreSchools Summer Camps...... 582-6211 • Activities are designed to nourish love of At St. Mark Youth Enrichment nature, creativity, respectful interaction, 1201 Locust St., Dbq 52001 self-motivation, and self-discipline. www.stmarkyouthenrichment.org • Monday-Friday from 12-4 p.m.; 5-week pro- Dubuque Chapter of the Iowa gram. Located at St. Mark Youth Enrichment. Family Child Care Association...... 556-5054 • Begins with a nutritious meal. E-mail: [email protected] • Designed to help students retain what they • Offers a variety of educational programs with have learned during the school year. Theme- social meetings where providers can share based instruction and enrichment activities; ideas/problems and help to create solutions. fun-filled field trips. • Membership is open to all interested in quality child care. University of Dubuque • Meet every 3rd Monday at Finley Hospital. For Kids...... 589-3221 • Affiliate of the Iowa Family Child Care 2000 University Ave., Dbq 52001 Association. Dubuque Child Care LLC...... 556-0943 CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOLS 3100 Cedar Crest Rdg., Ste 5, Dbq 52003 ABC Learning Childhood Center... 583-6654 15 Nightengale Ln., Dbq 52003 Dubuque Community • ABC Learning is a loving Christian early Preschools ...... 552-5879 childhood facility that strives to provide www.dubuque.k12.ia.us/preschool/index.html a safe and nurturing environment, which • 4-year-old voluntary preschool program. allows children to explore and discover new • Free to children who are 4 by Sept. 15. possibilities while acquiring knowledge. • Visit web site for complete list of participat- • Care for children age 6 weeks-12 years. ing preschools. • Transportation available to certain schools. • Open Monday through Friday; Saturday by Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA availability. Preschool and Child Care...... 556-3371 35 N. Booth St., Dbq 52001 Aquin’s Little Angels...... 563-852-7020 • Licensed child care for children 6 weeks to 4th Ave. NW, Cascade 52033 12 years. Programs in 13 schools and 3 full-day programs. Aquin Preschool...... 563-852-5277 • Y Creative Learning Center is an on-site 608 3rd Ave. NW, Cascade 52033 program at the Y. Provides care for children 3-5 years of age. A preschool program is Child Care Resource & Referral.... 557-1628 conducted daily with wrap-around child care Referral Line...... 1-855-299-0499 available. 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste 215, Dbq 52001 • Finley/Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA • Provides free child care referrals for parents Child Care Center is located adjacent to seeking child care and preschool scholar- Finley Hospital; this program provides full- ships. day infant through kindergarten child care. • Free or low-cost educational opportunities • School-Age Child Care provides before- and for child care professionals and parents. after-school care at elementary schools. • Offers Respite Care program with child care • For non-school days, a full-day, school-age for parents in need of break from stresses of program is available. parenting; requires referral from agency. Dubuque Montessori School...... 556-5101 Children’s House 2605 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52001 Montessori Preschool...... 556-3769 www.dubuquemontessori.org 15711 Monastery Rd., Peosta 52068 E-mail: [email protected] • Class is 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. for children age • A parent-run, not-for-profit organization 3-5. located at the familiar red barn offering • Children experience the areas of math, lan- preschool and kindergarten programs for age guage, science, geography, music, art, and 2-6. Toddlers need not be potty trained. practical life skills. (Continued on next page) 4 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide MORE for Kids! D g- - E N T

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• Utilizes the Montessori philosophy to pro- for preschool-age children from qualifying vide an enriching developmental experience families. in an environment where children are free to • Children who attend Head Start receive a play, learn, and explore at their own pace. minimum of 20 hours per week participation Classroom time is spent in the basic sub- in a variety of educational activities. ject areas of practical life, sensorial, math, • They also receive assistance with medical science, language, geography, culture, art, and dental care, have healthy meals and music, and movement. snacks, and enjoy playing indoors and out- doors in safe settings. Early Learners Child Development Centers • Head Start classrooms are located in 3495 Windsor Ave., Dbq 52001...... 583-3501 Dubuque, Delaware, and Jackson Counties. 610 Duggan Dr., Dbq 52003...... 556-8160 Hills and Dales Finley/Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA Childcare Center...... 583-5033 Child Care Center...... 589-2640 3505 Stoneman Rd., Dbq 52002 300 North Grandview, Dbq 52001 www.hillsdales.org • Hours: 5:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Frog Hollow...... 582-2200 • Inclusive care for children with and without 5005 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002 disabilities, age infant and up. • A full-day preschool, nurturing and educat- • Highest Quality Rating System Level of 5. ing children from 6 weeks to 12 years of • Before-/after-school program. Participant in ages. free 4-year-old preschool program. 2- and • Quality, child-driven early childhood pro- 3-year-old preschool also available. gram is directed by experienced and edu- cated teachers equipped with exceptional Holy Family Catholic Early ...... 582-5456 resources and a constantly evolving program. Childhood Centers • Reading readiness program, exploration- 2005 Kane St., Dbq 52001 based activities, and constant social and www.holyfamilydbq.org emotional interaction with peers and adults • Early childhood centers are dedicated to are constantly enhanced. children’s intellectual and emotional growth • Hours: Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m.-6 p.m. in a faith-filled environment. Grand View Child Development • Full child care available starting at 6 weeks old. Center...... 582-1125 • Offers 3-year-old preschool and 4-year-old 3342 John Wesley Dr., Dbq 52002 pre-K for children living in Iowa and who • Offers infant care, preschool, and summer turn 4 before September 15. elementary programs. • Provides the community with 5 early child- • A faith-based center offering Montessori pro- hood centers, infant and toddler care, child gramming. Program focuses on each child care for ages 2-5, and school-age care. and his/her individual rate of development Includes many of the child care centers listed and diversity of interests. in this section of the guide. • Takes great pride in quality staff that sur- • Dual language and Spanish immersion pre-K rounds each child with love and understand- programs available. ing. • Call for more information, program times, Holy Ghost Early Childhood...... 582-2578 and to arrange a private tour. And Extended Care • Preschool programs: 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. 2981 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 or 1-3:30 p.m. Open from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. for • Infants to school age care. infant care and early childhood extended care needs. Key West Early Childhood Center.583-1881 10244 Keywest Dr., Dbq 52003 Head Start – Operation: New View • Licensed preschool/child care serving Community Action ages 2-5. Agency...... 556-5130 ext. 39 • Free 4-year-old preschool. 1473 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 • School-age summer camp. • Head Start is a free federally funded program (Continued on next page) 6 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Child Care & PreSchools • Provides developmentally appropriate activi- Mercy Child Development Center.... 589-9680 ties to enhance children’s growth and learn- 250 Mercy Dr., Dbq 52001 ing in all areas of development, including cognitive, physical, social, and emotional. Mini Masterpieces...... 543-1106 1205 Cleveland Rd., Dbq 52003 Kid Project Child Care Noah’s Ark Preschool ...... 557-8629 Center...... 563-875-2080 1755 Delhi St., Dbq 52001 415 9th Ave SW, Dyersville 52040 • Christian early childhood preschool. • Offers young children and their families Kids of the Kingdom Preschool..... 557-9290 many well-rounded opportunities for achiev- 2899 Hales Mill Rd., Dbq 52002 ing maximum development physically, intel- • A fully accredited, non-profit organization lectually, spiritually, and socially. affiliated with the Dubuque Community • Helps to develop healthy personalities with YMCA/YWCA. Christian values of respect for all people, • Preschool program serves children from age respect of the gifts of nature, a conscience to 3-5. base future judgments, a healthy openness to • Focus on physical, emotional, intellectual, all feelings, and a foundation for the contin- social, and creative development. Enhance ued growth of a secure self-image. children’s spiritual development. Northeast Iowa Community College Little Rascals, Inc...... 582-2400 Child Development Center...... 556-5110 Preschool & Daycare 8342 NICC Dr., Peosta 52068 1125 Rockdale Rd., Dbq 52003 Our Redeemer Little Treasures, Inc...... 556-3800 Lutheran Preschool...... 588-1247 ext. 110 Preschool & Daycare 2145 JFK Rd., Dbq 52002 2035 Radford Rd., Dbq 52002 www.redeemerps.pvt.k12.ia.us • Christian setting in which young children

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1220 Rush St., Dbq 52003 Discovery Shop...... 582-9800 American Cancer Society St. Francis Xavier Early Childhood....875-7376 2197 University Ave., Dbq 52001 • Resale store offers second-hand clothing and 203 2nd St. SW, Dyersville 52040 household items at low cost. St. Joseph the Worker • Call for store hours. Early Childhood Center...... 582-1246 Goodwill Resale Store...... 557-3158 2105 St. Joseph St., Dbq 52001 2121 Holiday Dr., Dbq 52002 St. Mary Elementary Preschool..815-747-3010 • Resale store offers second-hand clothing and household items at low cost. 701 Hwy 35 N, East Dbq, IL 61025 • Hours: Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-10 www.stmary-ed.org p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. • Catholic elementary school serving pre- school through 8th grade. Mission Thrift Store...... 583-3443 University of Dubuque Marge 398 Main St., Dbq 52001 235 W 2nd St., Dbq 52001 Kremer Child Care Center...... 585-7461 www.dbqrescue.org 1001 McCormick St., Dbq 52001 • Resale store offers second-hand clothing, household, and furniture items at low cost. Western Dubuque County School • Hours: Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., District Preschools...... 563-744-3885 Sat 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 310 4th St. SW, P.O. Box 68, Farley 52046 www.w-dubuque.k12.ia.us Young-Uns Child 8 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Clothing & Household Items • Counseling Services/Support Groups Open Closet...... 583-6572 Asbury Counseling and 1276 White St., Dbq 52001 Evaluation Services...... 588-3500 www.almosthomedbq.org 5900 Saratoga Rd., Ste 4A, Dbq 52002 • Offered at St. John’s Lutheran Church on www.asburycounseling.com 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from 9-11 a.m. Batterer’s Education Program...... 557-5199 • No cost for clothing. (BEP)...... 800-485-8151 • Coats for Kids in late October. 745 Main St., Dbq 52001 • Program is offered to offenders of domestic St. Vincent De Paul...... 584-2226 violence. 1351 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 • May be referred by an agency or attend 4990 Radford Ct., Dbq 52002 voluntarily. www.svdpusa.org Birthright...... 556-1991 • Contact 582-3733 to obtain name and tele- phone number of St. Vincent representative. National Hotline...... 800-550-4900 • The representative will furnish the voucher www.birthright.org/landingpage/lp-dubuque for clothing, furnishings, or food. 1125 Main St., Dbq 52001 • Resale store offers second-hand clothing and • Offers support and maternity clothing for household items at low cost. expectant mothers and clothing for infants • Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., through 1 year. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • No fee for clothing. • Hours: Monday 4-6 p.m., Tuesday-Friday COUNSELING SERVICES/ 12-3 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. SUPPORT GROUPS Body and Soul...... 556-9642 Achieving Maximum Potential...... 564-7746 Fountain Park 1157 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste 777, Dbq 52001 www.ampiowa.org www.relaxlivewell.com Dubuque County EarlyChildhood Supporting localfamiliesthrough: • PreschoolScholarships • ParentsasTeachersProgram • ChildCare ProviderGrants& Trainings • ChildHealthPrograms • KindergartenSurvey • Kids Expo-Dubuque County

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Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 9 Counseling Services/Support Groups Catholic Charities...... 588-0558 Crossroads Counseling Center...... 556-0699 ...... 800-772-2758 909 Main St., Ste 505, Dbq 52001 1229 Mt. Loretta Ave., Dbq 52003 www.crossroadsdbq.com www.arch.pvt.k12.ia.us/Charities/charitieshome • Crossroads Counseling Center offers a wide • Provides counseling to individuals, couples, range of programs and services to children, families, and children from grade-school age teens, adults, and families. Offers multiple through adolescence. outpatient programs and outreach to • Cost of services is on a sliding-fee scale. community sites (homes and schools). Most insurance accepted. • All programs embrace a commitment to • Areas addressed could include but are not providing services that are high-quality, limited to parenting issues, parent/child rela- well-researched, comprehensive, and least tionship struggles, self-esteem, grief/loss, and restrictive. marital/couples relationship issues. Dubuque Dispute Resolution Cedar Valley Friends of the Family Center (DDRC)...... 589-4395 24-Hour Crisis Line...... 800-410-7233 1300 Main St., Dbq 52001 www.cvfriendsofthefamily.org • Offers free mediation services to Dubuque city residents who have disputes with each • Offers emergency shelter; school and com- other. munity prevention; rapid rehousing and • All cases are confidential. homeless prevention. Families Anonymous...... 556-4975 Children and Adults with Attention www.FamiliesAnonymous.org Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder..... 557-7529 • A self-help support group for families and www.chadd.org friends who are concerned about and affected by substance abuse or behavioral Cornerstone at Four Oaks...... 557-3100 problems of a loved one. 180 W 15th St., Dbq 52001 • To qualify, head of household must be Families First Counseling receiving Family Investment Partnership ben- Services of Iowa...... 888-316-3025 efits. 880 Locust St., Ste 130, Dbq 52001 • Achieve goals through home visits and peer www.families-first.net support groups. • Offers remedial services, safety and perma- • Provide career and educational opportunities nency services, child mental health waiver, to help move families to self-sufficiency. local public health agency assessments, and • Services are free and confidential. supported community treatment services.

Counseling Services Filitti Counseling Services...... 563-223-8566 Child Health Specialty Clinic...... 583-5545 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste 950, Dbq 52001 799 Main St., Ste 230, Dbq 52001 www.filitticounseling.com www.chsciowa.org E-mail: [email protected] Helping Services for • Offers child and adolescent mental health Northeast Iowa, Inc...... 582-5317 services in collaboration with state and local 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste 510, Dbq 52001 resource facilities. www.helpingservices.org • Services spread through a variety of mental • Works to support and promote the health of health and outreach programs. children and adults living in Northeast Iowa. • Offers care coordination in conjunction with • Parenting and family skills training with the Pediatric Integrated Health program. emphasis on families of children age 9-14. • Offers support groups for parents and sib- • Support and provide programs to help lings of children with mental health or eliminate substance use/abuse for youth and behavioral concerns. adults. • Opportunities to work with a substance Crisis Recovery Team at abuse coalition. Hillcrest Family Services...... 855-800-1239 • Resources in the area of parenting, alcohol, www.hillcrest-fs.org tobacco, marijuana, meth, and other drugs. 10 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Counseling Services/Support Groups Hillcrest Family Services...... 583-7357 health, education, and consumer. 2005 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52001 • Phone intakes Monday-Friday 9-11 a.m. and www.hillcrest-fs.org 1:30-3:30 p.m.; emergency assistance appli- • Services include: residential treatment for cations taken anytime. those with behavior disorder and mental • Also age 60 and over regardless of income illness; family and marriage counseling; may get free legal advice by calling Legal Big Brothers Big Sisters Program; Woman, Hotline for Older Iowans at 1-800-992-8161. Infants, and Children (WIC); day treatment and independent living sites for adults with Life Connections...... 563-265-8694 mental illness; homeless outreach; mental 1766 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 health counseling; sexual abuse treatment www.lifeconnections4u.net groups for children and adolescents; health E-mail: [email protected] care and education to prevent problems of • Counseling services open to the public. the reproductive system; adoption services. • Free counseling services for Title 19/ • Sliding-fee scale; Title 19 card accepted; Medicaid. some other insurance accepted. No one is • Individual, family, and couples therapy. denied services for financial reasons. Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI)..... 582-0044 Iowa Legal Aid...... 588-4653 2255 JFK Rd. (Asbury Sq.), Dbq 52002 ...... 800-942-4619 www.lsiowa.org 799 Main St., Town Clock Plaza, Ste 280, Dbq • Services include: therapy and counseling 52001 services for children, adults, and families; www.iowalegalaid.org social, emotional, and behavioral issues; life • Free legal counseling and advice; serves skill building for people with disabilities; low-income individuals in a variety of civil respite care for family caregivers; adoption matters. and foster care; case management to families • Services include problems of family with children who have severe emotional violence, housing, income maintenance, (Continued on next page)

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adno=621410-01 adno=621412-01 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 11 Counseling Services/Support Groups disturbance; programs to assist families and ...... 888-557-0310 youth who don’t quality for traditional 2600 Dodge St., Ste D4, Dbq 52003 services. www.riverviewcenter.org • Insurance accepted including Medicaid, Title • Offers sexual assault, prevention, interven- 19, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, and TRICARE. tion, and support resource for children, women, and men; free and confidential Make It A Great Day! 24-hour crisis intervention; legal advocacy Ultimate Potential Coaching...... 581-7583 and medical advocacy; short- and long-term ...... 580-8554 therapy for victims and significant others. 679 Bluff St., Dbq 52001 Routley Center for Solution-Focused E-mail: [email protected] • One-on-one coaching as well as group Counseling, PC...... 588-4476 seminars and workshops in all areas of life, 988 W 3rd St., Ste 108, Dbq 52001 including relationships, parenting, health, www.routleycenter.net learning for any age, child behavioral issues, Stepping Stones...... 557-3774 career, finances, recreation, spirituality, and 1600 White St., Dbq 52001 legacy. www.ehope.org E-mail: [email protected] Psychiatric Services at...... 589-9299 • Mentoring through an Earn While You Learn Mercy Health Center curriculum for pregnant women or women www.mercydubuque.com/psychiatric-services with children age 3 and under. • Clients earn cash that can be used to pur- Mothers of Preschoolers chase diapers, wipes, and other low-cost (MOPS)...... 556-7724 basics necessities. 11893 JFK Rd., Dbq 52001 www.ehope.org/MOPS Substance Abuse E-mail: [email protected] Service Center (SASC)...... 582-3784 • A moms’ group for mothers of children age 799 Main St., Ste 110, Dbq 52001 birth to kindergarten. www.sasc-dbq.org • Support and education offered relevant to E-mail: [email protected] this season of life. • Provides assessment and counseling services to for adolescents, adults, and families expe- National Alliance for the riencing problems related to alcohol, drugs, Mentally Ill...... 564-2933 and gambling. 900 Jackson St., Ste LL5-2B, Dbq 52001 • Sliding-fee scale, Medicaid, and most health insurances accepted. • A support service for people with mental illness, including their family and friends. Three Willows Wellness...... 556-5000 160 W 10th St., Dbq 52001 New Directions...... 319-232-2086 www.3willowswellness.com 3136 Brockway Rd., Ste B, Waterloo 50701 • Offers individual and family counseling for www.newdirections4.qwestoffice.net children, adolescents, and adults, including • Behavioral health intervention services for on anxiety, stress, depression therapy, grief, children and teens age 5-17 with skill-based and substance abuse. services in clients’ homes. • Services include clinical hypnotherapy, play therapy, cognitive therapy, therapeutic yoga, Pediatric Psychology at...... 584-4441 Ayurveda Health Assessment, and wellness Medical Associates coaching. 1000 Langworthy Ave., Dbq 52001 www.mahealthcare.com Visitation Exchange Program...... 583-1729 • Functions as a subdivision in the Dept. of Westminster Church Pediatrics. 2155 University Ave., Dbq 52001 • Offers individual child and family • Safe drop and exchange for non-custodial counseling, therapy, and intervention plus parental visits. consultation, education, and training. • Please call for appointment. Riverview Center, Inc...... 557-0310 Waypoint Domestic Violence 12 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide adno=622733-01 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 13 Counseling Services/Support Groups • Cultural Opportunities • Dental Services Services...... 319-365-1458 ext. 6145 services. 24-Hour Crisis Line...... 800-208-0388 318 5th St. SE, Cedar Rapids 52401 Dental Services at www.waypointservices.org Visiting Nurse Association E-mail: [email protected] (VNA)...... 556-6200 • Serves domestic violence victims in ...... 1-800-862-6133 Dubuque, Delaware, and Buchanan 1454 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 Counties. www.unitypoint.org/dubuque/services-vna.aspx • Provides emotional support, information, • Age-specific oral health education and referral, legal advocacy, and support groups. screening. • Dental care coordination services and assis- CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES tance in accessing professional dental care. Dubuque Cultural Key Card...... 556-5130 • Possible assistance for dental care if income 1473 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 eligible and funds are available. • Provides families with limited income access to the cultural offerings of Dubuque at free Dubuque Pediatric Dentistry...... 556-6383 or discounted admission. Dr. Steve Leifker Dr. Natalie Ghosheh Mathias Ham House...... 557-9545 Dr. Fred Cheung 2241 Lincoln Ave., Dbq 52001 1645 JFK Rd., Dbq 52002 www.mississippirivermuseum.com www.dubuquepediatricdentistry.com • National Register of Historic Sites built in • Specialists in pediatric dentistry for infants, 1856. children, teens, and special needs. • Open May 1-October 31 for tours. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with last tour at 4:30 p.m. Epworth Family Dentistry Dr. Kim Kissell and Multi-Cultural Family Center...... 582-3681 Dr. Ryan Oetken...... 563-876-3396 1157 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 255 Bierman Rd., Epworth 52045 www.mfcdbq.org www.epworthfamilydentistry.com • Is a community center that empowers fami- lies and community members to reach their potential and build unity out of diversity. Family Dentistry Offers programs for families, youth, adults, Dr. Kristen Berning...... 556-2711 and senior citizens. Programming includes: 4200 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002 cooking nights, reading nights, children’s www.drkristenberning.com and teen’s programs, field trips, Alcoholics Anonymous, language classes, computer Dr. Valerie Peckosh...... 582-1478 classes, mentoring and tutoring, celebration Pediatric Dentist and education of many different cultures. 3455 Stoneman Rd., Ste 2B, Dbq 52002 • Summer hours: Monday-Thursday from 11-7 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Midwest Dental Center...... 588-2585 and Saturday from 9 a.m.-noon. Fall hours 2055 Holliday Dr., Dbq 52002 (September through May): Monday-Thursday from 12-8 p.m., Friday 12-6 p.m., and Schultz Family Dentistry...... 582-5000 Saturday 9 a.m.-noon. 3422 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002

DENTAL SERVICES University of Iowa Dental Child Dental Clinic at...... 690-2850 College...... 319-335-7447 Crescent Community Health Center Iowa City www.crescentchc.org • Services provided at the Iowa City clinic 1789 Elm St., Ste A, Dbq 52001 with reduced fees. Call for an appointment. • Offers oral health services provided by a dentist and a dental hygienist; preventive and restorative dental services; translation

14 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Educational Opportunities EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES and their children. Archdiocese of Dubuque Center... 556-2580 • Tuesday and Thursday from 9-11 a.m. at St. 1229 Mt. Loretta Ave., Dbq 52003 Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church. www.arch.pvt.k12.ia.us • Wednesday and Friday from 2-4 p.m. at • Coordinates adult faith programs for persons Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA West. with disabilities. • Provides professional, spiritual, and consul- Discovery Hollow...... 564-2195 tative services. • A creative and educational opportunity to • Assistance to school library media centers. explore values-based learning through com- • In-services on media literacy copyright and munity-based programs offered for adults media center management. and children as well as for peer groups of all ages. Boy Scouts of America...... 556-4343 10601 Military Rd., Dbq 52003 Dubuque Community School www.scoutsiowa.com District...... 552-3000 • Provides young males, age 7-20 an exciting 2300 Chaney Rd., Dbq 52001 year-round program designed to build desir- www.dubuqueschools.org able qualities of character, citizenship, and • Enrollment and public school issues. fitness. • Financial aid available based on need. Four Oaks/Parents as Teachers..... 557-3100 180 W 15th St., Dbq 52001 Care and Play with Me ...... 556-3371 • Free, voluntary, family education and sup- At Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA port program designed to provide practical, 35 N. Booth St., Dbq 52001 timely information to families on child devel- E-mail: [email protected] opment with children age prenatal to kinder- • Provides early learning readiness group. garten living in Dubuque County. • 2 sessions a week for 2 groups of caregivers (Continued on next page)

KINDERGARTEN!

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HolyGhost October 15 ,5:30–7 p.m. St. Anthony& Our LadyofGuadalupe October 16 ,5:15–7 p.m. Resurrection November 12,5–6 p.m. adno=621441-01 St. Columbkille Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Achieve. Lead. Soar October 15 ,5–6 p.m. 15 Educational Opportunities

• Parents as Teachers families receive 2 one- • Services are free and confidential. hour home visits per month providing • Programs include 4-H and financial parent-child learning activities; group meet- management assistance. ings filled with fun and educational activi- ties; opportunities to share successes and Keystone AEA...... 556-3310 concerns with other parents; developmental Educational Support...... 800-632-5918 screenings for child to identify problems 2310 Chaney Rd., Dbq 52001 early to assist with appropriate interventions; www.aea1.k12.ia.us health, hearing, vision, lead screenings; • Focus on providing school improvement, immunization and dental monitoring. student learning, school-community plan- • Through a partnership with Dubuque ning, educational/instructional materials, Schools, serves 4-year-old children who professional development, and services for are participating in the voluntary pre-K children with special needs. Serves birth-21 program. Also serves pre-K through K in years. Title 1 schools. Through a partnership with • Free services include speech-language Dubuque County Early Childhood, serves therapy, occupational and physical therapy, eligible children age prenatal through kinder- school social work, school psychology, garten entry. special education nursing, audiology and hearing, early childhood special education, Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa vision, transition from school to adult life, and Western Illinois...... 583-9169 and parent assistance. 2644 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52001 • Free screenings for children birth-3 to iden- • Provides young girls year-round programs tify special needs. and activities. • As educational partners, Keystone AEA staff, • Financial aid available. schools, teachers, and parents help all children reach their potential. Holy Family Catholic Schools...... 582-5456 Mentor Dubuque...... 563-845-0768 2005 Kane St., Dbq 52001 1989 Asbury Rd., Ste 515, Dbq 52001 www.holyfamilydbq.org www.hillcrest-fs.org • The tri-state area’s only full Catholic school • Is a program of Hillcrest Family Services. system, offering progressive programs from • Offers community- and school-based preschool through 12th grade. mentoring opportunities. • Schools include Wahlert Catholic High • Caring volunteers are matched with youth School, Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School, age 5-15 and meet with children weekly or and elementary school sites including Holy twice a month. Volunteers make a one-year Ghost, Resurrection, St. Anthony and Our commitment and maintain a consistent Lady of Guadalupe, St. Columbkille. one-to-one relationship. • Programs and staff nurture the gifts of each child, fostering peace, justice, and service in NICC Dubuque Center...... 557-8271 the name of Jesus Christ. 700 Town Clock Plaza, Dbq 52001 • Innovative programs and technology usage www.nicc.edu engage students with varying interest and • HSED Preparation and Testing (formerly the learning levels, personalizing growth and GED). achievement. • English-language classes for non-native • Several schools and staff at all levels have speakers. been recognized nationally for their focus on • Basic educational instruction in reading, student achievement. writing, and math. • Dyslexia tutoring services. Iowa State University (ISU) Dubuque • Hours: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-8 p.m., County Extension Office...... 583-6496 Friday 8 a.m.-3 p.m., 2nd and 4th Saturday 14858 W Ridge Ln., Dbq 52003 8am-noon. www.extension.iastate.edu/dubuque Presentation Lantern Center...... 557-7134 • Serves children, youth, and families of all 900 Jackson Street, Ste LL5-1, Dbq 52001 ages with educational services and help to www.presentationlanterndbq.org meet the challenges of a changing world. (Continued on next page) 16 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Educational Opportunities • Emergency Information

• Drop-in center offering hospitality, educa- to be safe in different situations, and the tional opportunities, community resources, importance of avoiding harmful substances. citizenship test preparation, and advocacy, • Offers Babysitter’s Training for age 11-15 to especially to women. teach youth how to supervise infants through • Learning resources available for non-English school-age children, prepare simple meals, speaking persons. first-aid, and more. • Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 a.m.- • Provides first-aid, CPR, and water safety 3 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 1-7 p.m. training.

Family Education and Literacy Nights at Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting St. Mark Youth Enrichment...... 582-6211 ...... 800-362-2178 1201 Locust St., Dbq 52001 www.stmarkyouthenrichment.org Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA • Typically held several times a year in fall and Victim Services Shelter...... 556-1100 spring. Domestic Violence Crisis Line...... 800-332-5899 The National Education Center • Provides emergency shelter to victims of vio- for Agricultural Safety...... 557-8271 lence and their children in Dubuque County...... 888-844-6322 • Services are free and confidential. “Safety Days for Children” 8342 NICC Dr., Peosta 52068 Dubuque County www.necasag.org Sheriff’s Department...... 589-4406 770 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 Two by Two Character Building..... 513-0059 www.dbqcosheriff.com 470 W. 4th St., Dbq 52001 www.twobytwoeducation.org Dubuque Fire Department E-mail: [email protected] • Program supports development of respon- Fire Prevention Office...... 589-4161 sible citizens with strong character who care Dubuque Fire Marshall...... 589-4160 for, respect, and appreciate people, animals, 11 W 9th St., Dbq 52001 and the environment. www.cityofdubuque.org

Western Dubuque County Dubuque Police Department...... 589-4410 School District...... 563-744-3885 770 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 310 4th St. SW, P.O. Box 68, Farley 52046 www.cityofdubuque.org/police www.w-dubuque.k12.ia.us E-mail: [email protected]

EMERGENCY INFORMATION Emergency...... 9-1-1 American Red Cross Homeless Hotline 24/7...... 2-1-1 of the Tri-States...... 583-6451 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 2400 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52001 www.redcross.org/ia/dubuque • A humanitarian organization that provides Information & Referral………………2-1-1 relief to victims of disasters and helps people 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 prevent, prepare for, and respond to emer- • Offers a streamlined and efficient way gencies. to access information and resources in • Offers First-Aid for Children Today, a com- Dubuque, Delaware, and Jackson counties. prehensive health and safety program for Available for individuals of all ages and kids age kindergarten through 3rd grade. income. Teaches kids how to live a healthy lifestyle, prevent and respond to injuries, and protect the environment. • Offers Basic Aid Training program for age 8-12 to teach emergency action steps, how

Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 17 Financial Assistance FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE • General relief provides rental and utility pay- Apples for Students Program at ments, soap and paper products, and burial St. Mark Youth Enrichment...... 582-6211 to eligible indigent Dubuque County resi- dents. 1201 Locust St., Dbq 52001 • To be eligible for this program, clients must www.stmarkyouthenrichment.org meet the specific requirements, sign all • Offers basic school supplies to students in releases, and meet income guidelines. need. Available to children in local schools (public and parochial), grades K-5. Homeless Prevention and Rapid • Parents can register through their school Re-Housing...... 588-3980 counselors or principals by the end of the At Project Concern previous school year or through a service 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 agency with whom they work. www.project-concern.org • Program also provides extra supplies to local • Provides supportive services for homeless middle and high schools. and their families meeting federal homeless guidelines. Area Residential Care (ARC) • Financial assistance provided when funding of Dubuque Area...... 556-7560 is available. www.arearesidentialcare.org E-mail: [email protected] Operation New View Community 3355 Kennedy Circle, Dbq 52001 Action Agency (CAA)...... 556-5130 • Advocates with and for persons with intellec- 1473 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 tual disabilities. www.operationnewview.org • Provides financial aid for those in need who • A social service agency providing services have a family member with intellectual and resources to families and people living disabilities. in poverty. • Holiday gifts for those who have no parents. • Programs include Head Start, Outreach, Energy Assistance, and Emergency Department of Human Services.... 557-8251 Assistance. www.dhs.iowa.gov • Santa’s Helper program to help keep 4th Floor, Nesler Center, Dbq 52001 Christmas in the family. Families who have • Application for Family Investment special needs during the holidays are fea- Partnership, Aid to Dependent Children, tured in the Dubuque Telegraph Herald with Food Stamps, and Title 19 card. their needs listed. Names are not used, only • General relief for emergency financial ages and needs. services. PATH at...... 588-0605

Hillcrest Family Services Dubuque County Commission on 220 W 7th St., Dbq 52001 Veteran Affairs...... 589-7840 • Provides services for homeless persons with 799 Main St., Ste 350, Dbq 52001 a mental illness. www.dubuquecounty.org • Services include: outreach, case manage- • Assists veterans and veteran families with ment, support services (transportation, food, rent, utilities, medical, burial, and special blankets, housing search assistance), and needs. financial assistance for security deposits. • File disability and pension claims. • Eligibility based on requirements: veteran Social Security with an honorable discharge, resident of Administration ...... 877-405-3650 Dubuque County, income guidelines, apply www.socialsecurity.gov for any and all benefits, register for work 1635 Associates Dr., Ste 101, Dbq 52002 (unless disabled), and have emergency basic • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program needs that cannot be met by other means. provides financial support to disabled adults and children who have limited income and General Assistance for Veterans.... 589-7840 resources. 350 Main St., Ste 350, Dbq 52001 • Complete online child disability report at • Referrals from Operation New View and www.ssa.gov or call to schedule an appoint- Project Concern. ment. 18 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Financial Assistance • Food Programs Society for Special Needs...... 588-3980 to a reduction in spending on health care Referrals made through Information & Referral and remedial education. 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 • Children served are aged 0 to 12 years old. • Provides medical assistance for a variety of • Homes must serve meals meeting CACFP services, which include health care equip- meal pattern requirements; allow their home ment, devices, and supplies. to be monitored; maintain menus, meal counts, and attendance records; and attend United Way Services...... 588-1415 training. 215 W. 6th St., Dbq 52001 www.dbqunitedway.org Dubuque Area Labor Harvest...... 582-5947 • Offers referrals and information regarding 423 W Locust, Dbq 52001 a wide variety of community resources, • Food given away 8-10 times per year. including child care, medical care, financial • Call or check local paper for listings. assistance, supplemental food programs, and • Must have an ID and a box. others. • On Saturdays when food is not given out, breakfast is held from 7 a.m.-8:30 p.m. FOOD PROGRAMS Child and Adult Food Dubuque County Commission on Care Program (CACFP)...... 563-875-7452 Veteran Affairs...... 589-7840 ...... 563-590-5435 799 Main St., Ste 350, Dbq 52001 www.dubuquecounty.org 750 5th St. NW, Dyersville 52040 • Provides food vouchers to veterans or spous- • A nutrition education and reimbursement es of a veteran who qualify. program for registered child development home care providers. • Helps to assure parents that their children are receiving nutritious meals that contribute

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East Campus: 1000 Langworthy, 563-584-3440 County Kids Expo West Campus: 1500 Associates Dr., 563-584-4440 Dubuque, Iowa •www.mahealthcare.com adno=621415-01 adno=621413-01 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 19 Food Programs • Free/Reduced Price Meals • Health Care/Safety Programs Dubuque Food Pantry...... 583-4440 FREE / REDUCED PRICE MEALS 1598 Jackson St., Dbq 52001 Dubuque Area Labor • Free groceries including paper products and Harvest Meal...... 583-3933 meats. 423 W Locust, Dbq 52001 • Referral from a social service agency or • Free breakfast on Saturday from 7-8:30 a.m. church is required. (except on food give-away Saturdays). • Can be used once every 2 months, except in • Open to all ages. emergency circumstances. • Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 1-4 Dubuque Rescue Mission...... 583-1394 p.m., Tuesday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 398 Main St., Dbq 52001 www.dbqrescue.org Food Stamps...... 557-8251 E-mail: [email protected] Department of Human Services (DHS) • Free meal program for all in need. 799 Main St., Ste. 410, Dbq 52001 • Emergency housing for men. www.dhs.ia.gov • Application for food stamps available. CAFE MEALS...... 582-3648 First Congregational United Church of Christ Hope House…….582-9079 255 W 10th St., Dbq 52001 1592 Locust St., Dbq 52001 • Open to all ages. • Food pantry from 3 p.m.-4 p.m. and 7 p.m.- • Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m. 8 p.m. on Monday-Sunday. Hope House...... 582-9079 Salvation Army...... 556-1573 1592 Locust St., Dbq 52001 1099 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 • Meals open to all ages on Sundays and • Provides food to families with limited Mondays at 6 p.m. income. • If on FIP/Food Stamps, clients will need St. John Episcopal Church...... 556-0252 a referral from a Department of Human 1410 Main St., Dbq 52001 Services. • Offers a free meal every 5th Sunday at 12 p.m. at 1458 Locust St. SHARE Program...... 556-5130 • Open to all ages. 1473 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 www.operationnewview.org St. Luke Methodist Church...... 582-4543 • Voucher program for families, allowing gro- 1199 Main St., Dbq 52001 ceries to be purchased at reduced prices. • Serving every Saturday at 5:30 p.m. even if it falls on a holiday. St. Vincent De Paul Food • Open to all ages. Vouchers...... 582-3733 4990 Radford Ct., Dbq 52003 St. Patrick Church-Foley Hall...... 583-9749 1351 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 1425 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 • Provides food vouchers with a referral from a • Open to all ages. church, pastor, or social service agency. HEALTH CARE/SAFETY PROGRAMS Women, Infants, and Children Always call 9-1-1 in case of an emergency. (WIC)...... 557-4444 220 W 7th St., Dbq 52001 • Provides information and food vouchers to Asbury Family Chiropractic...... 582-3424 pregnant women, breast-feeding mothers, 5555 Saratoga Rd., Dbq 52002 and mothers who have had a baby in the last www.asburyfamilychiropractic.com 6 months. • Helps patients regain their health naturally • Provides food vouchers to parents with through chiropractic care. infants and children up to 5 years of age. • Hours: Monday-Friday from 9 a.m-6 p.m. Burger Chiropractic...... 582-1188 1340 Delhi St., Dbq 52001

20 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Health Care/Safety Programs Cascade Family Health Center 563-852-7756 Pediatric Integrated Health program. 805 Johnson St. SW, Cascade 52033 • Offers support groups for parents and sib- lings of children with mental health or Cascade Medical Center...... 563-852-5050 behavioral concerns. 610 2nd Ave. NE, Cascade 52033 Child Safety Seat Check Child Health Specialty Clinic...... 556-3700 Dubuque Police Department...... 589-4410 Health Services 770 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 799 Main St., Ste 230, Dbq 52001 www.cityofdubuque.org/childpassenger www.chsciowa.org E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] • Free child safety seat installation by appoint- • Hours: Monday-Thursday 7 a.m-5:30 p.m. ment. • Provides services to children and youth • Reference materials. with special health care needs (from birth to 22 years of age) including those with seri- City of Dubuque Childhood Lead ous emotional and behavioral challenges Poisoning Prevention Program...... 589-1724 that severely disrupt relationships and daily 1300 Main St., Dbq 52001 activities. www.cityofdubuque.org • Helps families find and organize other local • Offers education and case management of services their children may need, includ- lead poisoned children plus funding and ing home care, family-to-family support, information on safe lead removal from hous- insurance coverage, child care, and school ing units and lead screening. health. • Sliding-fee scale for clinic services; no charge for care coordination, family support, or other non-clinic services. • Offers care coordination in conjunction with adno=621411-01

Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 21 Health Care/Safety Programs City of Dubuque • Water testing, well permitting, septic permit- Public Health Dept...... 589-4181 ting, time of transfer, grants to counties, sep- 1300 Main St., Dbq 52001 tic pumper inspections. www.cityofdubuque.org • Child lead poisoning prevention program, Dubuque Family Practice...... 583-9300 Green and Healthy Homes Program, food 320 N. Grandview Ave., Dbq 52001 inspections, and animal control. • Same-day appointments available. • Extended hours on Saturday 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Clarity Clinic...... 556-5250 2100 Asbury Rd., Ste. 6, Dbq 52001 Dubuque Internal Medicine PC.... 557-9111 www.clarityclinic.com 1515 Delhi St., Ste 100, Dbq 52001 • Provides pregnancy tests and post-abortion counseling: limited sexually transmitted Dubuque Noon Lions Club infection testing; free limited obstetric ultra- Vision Screenings...... 542-5842 sound. 5473 Park Place, Dbq 52002 • Must meet with counselor before receiving www.dubuquenoonlions.com services. E-mail: [email protected] • Personalized assessments and referrals. • Provides eye wear (frames and lenses) for • Services are free and confidential. qualified low-income Individuals • Hours: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • Conducts free vision screenings for children age 2-5 at child cares, preschools, and Community Circle of Care...... 556-3700 schools. 799 Main St., Ste 230, Dbq 52001 • Conducts open screenings for in-home www.communitycircleofcare.org children and all others age 2-4 who are not • Offers child and adolescent mental health under the care of a doctor. services in collaboration with state and local resource facilities. Dubuque Pediatrics...... 557-5911 • Services are spread through a variety of men- 1500 Delhi St., Ste 3500, Dbq 52001 tal health and outreach programs as well as managed and substance abuse care. Dyersville Family Practice...... 563-875-2776 1121 3rd St. SW, Dyersville 52040 Crescent Community Health Center...... 690-2850 Epworth Family Chiropractic..... 563-876-3231 1789 Elm St., Ste A, Dbq 52001 116 W Main St., Epworth 52045 www.crescentchc.org • Offers primary health care services; oral Family First Chiropractic health services; diagnostic laboratory ser- Wellness Center...... 556-6921 vices; preventive health service; patient case 998 Fremont, Dbq 52003 management; pharmacy services; preventive www.ffcwc.com and restorative dental services; translation E-mail: [email protected] services. • Helping families achieve a higher state of health and well-being by providing safe, Department of Human Services.... 557-8251 drug-free, natural chiropractic care and well- 4th Floor Nesler Center, Dbq 52001 ness education. www.dhs.state.ia.us • Family-friendly office including play area. • Application for Title 19. • Affordable family care plans to fit any bud- • Application for families with limited income get. to receive medical care at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Finley Hospital — see Unity Point Health

Dubuque County Public Health Dept. Fuerste Eye Clinic...... 582-0769 and Board of Health...... 557-7396 2140 JFK Rd., Ste F, Dbq 52002 13047 City View Dr., Dbq 52002 www.dubuquecounty.org E-mail: [email protected] 22 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Health Care/Safety Programs hawk-i (Healthy Kids in Iowa)...800-257-8563 • Free abstinence-based educational programs, Health From Within — Chiropractic anti-tobacco programs, stop smoking classes, Wellness Center of Dubuque...... 556-6252 and Just Eliminate Lies clubs. 4855 Asbury Rd., Ste 6, Dbq 52001 • Additional services include: residential treatment for those with behavior disorder Healthy Living Chiropractic...... 552-7236 and mental illness; family and marriage 8558 Kapp Dr., Ste B, Peosta 52068 counseling; Big Brothers Big Sisters Program; www.healthylivingdubuque.com Woman, Infants, and Children (WIC); day • Chiropractic care and health assessments for treatment and independent living sites for the whole family. adults with mental illness; homeless out- • Sports rehabilitation. reach; mental health counseling; sexual • Vitamins and supplements. abuse treatment groups for children and ado- lescents; adoption services. Hillcrest Community Health Services • Sliding-fee scale; Title 19 card accepted; Downtown...... 583-6431 some other insurance accepted. No one is Asbury Road...... 583-7357 denied services for financial reasons. 220 W 7th St., Dbq 52001 2005 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52001 Hospice of Dubuque County...... 582-1220 • Services include: reproductive health exams 1670 JFK Rd., Dbq 52002 by licensed medical staff; sexually transmit- • Provides support to terminally ill patients ted infection testing; pregnancy tests and and their families. birth control; nutrition services for pregnant • Hospice team fosters emotional and physical women and children 0-5 years; counseling, comfort through control of pain, nausea, and dental hygienist, and nursing education for other symptoms. pregnant women. • No one is denied services for financial • All family planning services are confidential reasons. and on a sliding-fee scale structure. Make Crescent Community Health Center your medical and dental home! Health Assessment Physicals, Women’s Annual Exams, General Practitioner Services. • Free use of Wellness Center for current patients of Crescent. • Mental Health and Pharmacy services available. Pediatrician on site for Sports/School Physicals and Immunizations. Dental Cleanings, Exams, and X-rays available. Dental Appointments: 563-690-2852 Open enrollment for Medical Appointments: uninsured November 1, 2015- 563-690-2863 January 21, 2016. Wellness Center: 1789 Elm St, Suite A, Dubuque, IA 52001 563-690-2411 o=621408-01 adn

Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 23 Health Care/Safety Programs Keystone AEA...... 556-3310 Tri-State Family Practice LLP...... 557-5900 Special Needs Services...... 800-632-5918 1500 Delhi St., Dbq 52001 2310 Chaney Rd., Dbq 52001 www.aea1.k12.ia.us Tri-State Independent • Free services include speech-language Blind Society...... 556-8746 therapy, occupational and physical therapy, 3333 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002 school social work, school psychology, www.tristateblind.org special education nursing, audiology and E-mail: [email protected] hearing, early childhood special education, • Provides assistance in finding appropriate vision, transition from school to adult life, aides and modified equipment (e.g., magni- and parent assistance. fiers, talking clocks, etc.). • Free screening for children birth-3 to identify • Teaches skills to allow visually impaired special needs. people to maintain maximum independence • As educational partners, Keystone AEA staff, in their living environment, including kitchen schools, teachers, and parents help all chil- and computer skills. dren reach their potential. • Provides support and counseling in coping with/and adjusting to loss of vision. Kobusch Chiropractic...... 588-4730 4655 Old Highway Rd., Dbq 52002 Tri-State Independent Physicians.. 582-7055 2140 JFK Rd., Ste E, Dbq 52002 Medical Associates Clinic...... 584-3000 East Campus – 1000 Langworthy, Dbq 52001 Unified Therapy Services...... 583-4003 West Campus – 1500 Associates Dr., Dbq 52002 4121 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52002 • Same-day appointments when a child is sick, www.unifiedtherapy.com including convenient evening and Saturday • Pediatric-focused outpatient clinic offering hours. physical, occupational, and speech-language • Offers comprehensive well-child services, therapy services. individual juvenile diabetes program, pediat- • 8,800 square feet facility helps to address ric dietitian services; new vaccine combina- each patient’s individual deficits and delays tions for fewer injections. by providing 9 private treatment rooms, a • Provider collaboration with Mercy Medical large gym, and a simulated apartment. Center’s Autism Clinic. • An abundance of swings, pediatric equip- ment, and unique lighting designed for chil- Mercy Home Care...... 589-8118 dren with special needs. 250 Mercy Dr., Dbq 52001 • In-home health care providers. Unity Point Health (formerly Finley Hospital) Mercy Medical Center Information...... 582-1881 Information...... 589-8000 Emergency...... 589-2460 Emergency...... 589-9666 350 N Grandview Ave., Dbq 52001 250 Mercy Dr., Dbq 52001 Vaassen Chiropractic & Merritt Family Chiropractic...563-852-5060 Acupuncture...... 585-2225 713 1st Ave. W, Cascade 52033 3338 Center Grove Dr., Ste. 2, Dbq 52003 www.dbqwellness.com New Beginnings for Moms...... 557-3774 1290 Jackson St., Dbq 52001 Vision Health Center www.ehope.org/mentoring-for-moms ...... …..556-3937/563-872-5975 505 Cedar Cross Rd., Dbq 52003 School Resource Officers...... 587-3807 113 State St., Bellevue, 52031 770 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 www.visionhealthcenter.net www.cityofdubuque.org/police E-mail: [email protected] • Partners with Dubuque Schools to have offi- • Comprehensive eye care for the entire cers in schools for safety and education of students. (Continued on next page) 24 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Health Care/Safety Programs • Housing-Permanent & Rental family, including complementary InfantSee HOUSING—PERMANENT & RENTAL eye evaluations, urgent care for injury and ECIA/EIRHA...... 556-4166 inflection, foreign body removal, conjuncti- 7600 Commerce Park, Dbq 52002 vitis or pink eye. www.easterniowaregionalhousing.org • Large selection of kid’s frames, kid’s pack- • Programs available for families with limited . ages, and designer sun wear. income to receive assistance outside city • Saturday appointments available. limits. • Income guidelines for assistance. Visiting Nurse Association.…..800-862-6133 (VNA)...... 556-6200 Ecumenical Towers...... 556-8476 1454 Iowa St., Dbq 52001 250 W 6th St., Dbq 52001 www.unitypoint.org/dubuque/services-vna.aspx • Low-income elderly and disabled adult • Assessment of resources including help with housing. applications for Medicaid (Title 19) and • Efficiency and 1-bedroom apartments avail- hawk-i plus hawk-i outreach. able to elderly/disabled adults with limited • Assistance with accessing medical and den- income. tal care, including possible assistance for medical care if income eligible and funds Four Mounds Foundation...... 557-7292 are available. 4900 Peru Rd., Dbq 52001 • EPSDT Care for Kids Program services to www.fourmounds.org assist Medicaid (Title 19) children to access • HEART program (Housing Education & medical and dental care, including assis- Rehab Training) with Dubuque Schools for tance with in-town transportation for care. entitled students. • Case management services. • Child Care Nurse Consultant services pro- vide training for child care providers on health and safety issues. adno=621418-01

Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 25 Housing-Permanent & Rental • Housing-Temporary Shelters Habitat for Humanity...... 556-2195 • 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments for low- to 900 Jackson St., Ste LL5-2E, Dbq 52001 moderate-income families. www.habitatdubuque.org • Convenient neighborhood locations, coin- E-mail: [email protected] operated laundry, off-street parking, low • Volunteer group which helps build or reno- deposits, and some handicapped accessible vate homes for purchase to families with units. limited income. • Section 8 and HUD approved. • The family is expected to help with the project. Penn Place Apartments...... 556-5858 3702 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52002 Hillcrest Apartments...... 556-9430 • Subsidized housing units, application 3290 Hillcrest Rd., Dbq 52003 required. E-mail: [email protected] • Services include affordable housing, income- Shelter Plus Care...... 588-3980 based rent. Offered by Project Concern • Clean, well-maintained, comfortable apart- 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 ments with 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units. • Providing permanent supportive housing for homeless disabled individuals. Housing, City of Dubuque...... 589-4230 • Rent-subsidized apartments for qualified 350 W 6th, Ste 312, Dbq 52001 applicants. Persons disabled by severe men- • Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. tal illness, chronic substance abuse, or HIV/ • Provides qualified renters financial assistance AIDS will be given preference for the and inspectors to perform housing code program. inspections for assisted housing. • Low income, financial assistance, housing Sheridan Village...... 557-7706 rehabilitation for first-time home buyer. 3260 Getty Terrace, Dbq 52001 • Other programs include Circles Initiative www.homzmanagement.com with community support to persons working E-mail: [email protected] to get out of poverty; family self-sufficiency • Subsidized 2 bedroom family apartments program; lead paint hazard reduction; and 3 bedroom townhouses in quiet cul-de- Healthy Homes Program with assistance sac location. for remediation of health and safety issues • Income-based rent. in low to moderate income housing; Rehabilitation Program providing low-inter- HOUSING—TEMPORARY SHELTERS est loans to homeowners and rental property; Domestic Violence Shelter...... 556-1100 or assists in rehabilitation of properties. 800-332-5899 Kennedy Manor Apartments...... 556-5125 Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA 2671 Owen Ct., Dbq 52002 P.O. Box 1301, Dbq 52004 • Subsidized housing for families on limited • Emergency shelter for women and children income. who are experiencing abuse. • Referral assistance available to other agen- Manasseh House Apartments...... 557-4450 cies as needed. 2080 Elm St., Dbq 52001 • Provides free counseling for children and • Single rooms available for women in drug- adults. and smoke-free environment. • Rent includes all utilities, telephone access, Dubuque Rescue Mission...... 583-1394 computer accessibility, direct TV, free laun- 398 Main St., Dbq 52001 dry, community kitchen, living rooms, and www.dbqrescue.org 24-hour security. Deposit required. E-mail: [email protected] • Supportive services include educational sup- • Free meal program for all in need. port, computer training, life skills classes, • Emergency housing for men. access to health care, and information. Heartland Boarding House...... 583-0635 Mercy Housing...... 583-9653 1266 Jackson, Dbq 52001 90 Main St., Dbq 52001 • Weekly and monthly units available. 26 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Housing-Temporary Shelters • Libraries Hope House...... 582-9079 Teresa Shelter...... 690-0086 1592 Locust St., Dbq 52001 1111 Bluff St., Dbq 52001 E-mail: [email protected] • Offering hospitality to Dubuque area women • Daytime hospitality. alone or with children, who are in need of • Referral assistance to other agencies as emergency housing. needed. LIBRARIES Housing Referrals Carnegie-Stout Public Library... …589-4225 Information & Referral...... 2-1-1 360 W. 11th St., Dbq 52001 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 www.dubuque.lib.ia.us • Connects people who have unmet needs • Mission is to improve the quality of life by with the appropriate resources. providing resources for individual enjoy- • Provides assistance to the homeless to assure ment, enlightenment, and knowledge and safety, dignity, and self-sufficiency. tools that enhance the literacy of youth. • Financial assistance provided when funding • A wide array of children’s programs and is available. activities are available. • Serves the Dubuque and surrounding com- Maria House...... 582-7480 munities with a collection of over 270,000 1561 Jackson St., Dbq 52001 books, audio, and video materials. Also • Offering hospitality to Dubuque area women provides an increasing number of digital alone or with children, who are in need or materials in a variety of formats. Free Internet transitional housing and related support ser- access. vices. • Office hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 Cascade Public Library...... 563-852-3222 p.m. 301 1st Ave W, Cascade 52033 www.cascade.lib.ia.us

adno=622104-01 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 27 Libraries • Music • Photography Dubuque County Libraries Kephart’s Music Center...... 583-7333 Asbury Main Branch...... 582-0008 West Music Store...... 800-728-7333 5900 Saratoga Plaza, Ste 5, Asbury 52002 4496 Dodge St., Dbq 52003 Epworth Branch...... 563-876-3388 Farley/Drexler Branch...... 563-744-3372 Kindermusik...... 556-3769 Holy Cross Branch...... 563-870-2082 Located at Kephart’s/West Music Center Peosta/NICC Branch.563-556-5110 ext. 224 • Happy and fun music experiences for chil- dren age 18 months-3-1/2 years. www.dubcolib.lib.ia.us • Parent and child attend class together for • Dubuque County Library serves rural resi- 1/2-hour class once each week to sing, dents and contracting communities from 5 dance, and play musical instruments. convenient locations throughout the county. • Music experiences provide opportunities for All branches provide books, computer a child to grow in his/her abilities, build con- access terminals, Wi-Fi, magazines, printing fidence in a group, and develop enjoyment and copying, fax, DVDs, online resources, of music. eBooks, and programming for all ages. Northeast Iowa School of Music... 690-0151 James Kennedy Public Library 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste 200, Dbq 52001 Dyersville...... 563-875-8912 www.nisom.com 320 1st Ave E, Dyersville 52040 E-mail: [email protected] www.dyersville.lib.ia.us • Programs for all ages from preschoolers • Offers variety of infant through 5th grade through senior citizens. programs including storytimes, reading pro- • Private lessons, group classes, and perfor- grams, book week, back-to-school parties, mance ensembles. holiday parties, and more. • Numerous community events and programs.

MUSIC PHOTOGRAPHY Colts...... 582-4872 Capture the Moment Photography 875-8956 1101 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 217 1st Ave E, Dyersville 52040 www.colts.org www.capture-moment.com E-mail: [email protected] • Offers Pandemonium Steel Drum Ensemble Elite Images Photography...... 583-9369 for 5th-8th grade students; Dubuque Colts 5025 Wolff Rd., Ste 104, Dbq 52002 Area Summer Band for students in grades www.eliteimages.com 4-8; Colt Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps, a musical and dance training program for chil- Fine Art Photography...... 543-8131 dren age 11-16. by Joey Wallis and Sarah Ehrlers • Colts Drum and Bugle Corps, a musical and 1175 Arrowhead Dr., Dbq 52003 dance group. The Colts have been Drum www.joey.smugmug.com Corps International World Finalists many www.sarahehrler.com times in recent history and are recognized nationwide. Hoeger Photography...... 563-744-3227 507 Tahoe Ct., Farley 52046 Dubuque Symphony Orchestra..... 557-1677 ...... 866-803-9280 Hot Shots Photography 2728 Asbury Rd., Ste 900, Dbq 52001 Image Gallery...... 563-876-3316 www.dubuquesymphony.org 636 Crownline Dr., Epworth 52045 • Dubuque’s only professional symphony that performs classics concerts each year (from The Joy of Photography...... 556-1111 October to April) at the historic Five Flags 3350 Center Grove, Dbq 52003 Theater, numerous pops concerts, and cham- www.thejoyofphotography.biz ber concerts. • Supports the Dubuque Youth Ensembles, Nauman Photography...... 599-1655 an instrumental training program for young 561 Obeche Ct., Dbq 52003 musicians. Auditions are held in the spring of www.naumanphoto.com each year or by audition. E-mail: [email protected] 28 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide

Photography • Schools-Public and Private

Reflections Photography...... 663-4456

6075 Stockwood Dr., Dbq 52002 www.rbrstudios.com • Children’s specials. t ?! t Siebe Studio...... 556-6111 4605 Old Hwy Rd., Dbq 52003 www.siebestudio.com You’re sending Wal-Mart Portrait Studios...... 582-6400 me where? 4200 Dodge St., Dbq 52003

Weber Portrait Design...... 556-1265 3408 Meggan St., Asbury 52002 As aparent or caregiver,you want www.weberportraitdesign.com the verybestcarefor your child. In Iowa,home providersand child SCHOOLS—PUBLIC AND PRIVATE care centersthat participate in the Audubon Elementary School...... 552-3300 Quality Rating System program, 605 Lincoln, Dbq 52001 referred to as QRS, show their commitmenttobest practices Beckman High School...... 563-875-7188 supporting the health, safety,and 1325 9th St. SE, Dyersville 52040 developmentofchildren as well as to their ownprofessional development. Bryant Elementary School...... 552-3400 1280 Rush St., Dbq 52001 When youvisit achild care Carver Elementary School...... 552-4500 program, ask if theyparticipate 2007 Radford Rd., Dbq 52002 in QRS. What istheir rating? Do theyhavewritten procedures such as asafesleep policy? Dubuque Lutheran School...... 588-0614 Theanswertoeach of these 2145 JFK Rd., Dbq 52002 questions should be YES! • Kindergarten through grade 5.

Dubuque Schools—Public...... 552-3000 Forthe very bestcarefor your child, Dubuque Community School District choose aprofessional provider who 2300 Chaney Rd., Dbq 52001 participates in QRS. Formoredetails, www.dubuque.k12.ia.us visit www.dcearlychild.org.

Dubuque Senior High School...... 552-5500 1800 Clarke Dr., Dbq 52001

Eisenhower Elementary School..... 552-3500 3170 Spring Valley Rd., Dbq 52001

Eleanor Roosevelt Middle School.. 552-5000 Build aBetter Child Care Business! 2001 Radford Rd., Dbq 52001 Sign up forChildNet training!ChildNet Fulton Elementary School...... 552-3650 is a10-week training seriesfor home 2540 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 providers. Participants receive astipend!

Hempstead High School...... 552-5200 For more information about ChildNet or 3715 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52002 to register,call (563) 557-1628. adno=622110-01 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 29 Schools-Public and Private • Shopping Holy Ghost Elementary...... 556-1511 Table Mound Elementary 2981 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 School...... 552-4400 100 Tower Dr., Dbq 52003 Holy Family Catholic Schools...... 582-5456 2005 Kane St., Dbq 52001 Tri-State Christian School...... 815-777-3800 www.holyfamilydbq.org 11084 W. US Hwy. 20, Galena, IL 61036

Hoover Elementary School...... 552-3700 Wahlert High School...... 583-9771 3259 St. Anne Dr., Dbq 52001 2005 Kane St., Dbq 52001

Irving Elementary School...... 552-3800 Washington Middle School...... 552-4800 2520 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52001 51 N Grandview Ave., Dbq 52001

Jefferson Middle School...... 552-4700 Western Dubuque 1105 Althauser St., Dbq 52001 School District...... 563-744-3885 Kennedy Elementary School...... 552-3900 405 3rd Ave NE, Farley 52046 www.w-dubuque.k12.ia.us 2135 Woodland Dr., Dbq 52001

Lincoln Elementary School...... 552-4050 SHOPPING 555 Nevada St., Dbq, 52001 Bicycle World...... 556-6122 1072 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 Marshall Elementary School...... 552-4100 1450 Rhomberg Ave., Dbq 52001 Bike Shack...... 582-4381 3250 Dodge St., Dbq 52003 Mazzuchelli Middle School...... 582-1198 2005 Kane St., Dbq 52001 Dubuque Bunk Beds...... 580-3516 www.holyfamilymiddleschool.org E-mail: [email protected] Our Lady of Guadalupe Spanish Immersion Program...... 556-4194 2160 Rosedale St., Dbq 52001 Thank you to these Prescott Elementary School...... 552-4200 1151 White St., Dbq 52001 Kids Expo Shining Resurrection Elementary School... 583-9488 Star Sponsors: 4300 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002

Sageville Elementary School...... 552-4300 12015 Sherrill Rd., Dbq 52002 Alliant Energy St. Anthony Elementary School..... 556-2820 2175 Rosedale Ave., Dbq 52001 American Trust St. Columbkille Elementary School...... 582-3532 1220 Rush St., Dbq 52003 Dubuque Bank & Trust St. Francis Xavier School...... 563-875-7376 203 Second St., Dyersville 52040

St. Mary Elementary School...... 815-747-3010 NICC Dyslexia Tutoring 701 Hwy 35 N, East Dbq, IL 61025 & Reading Program www.stmary-ed.org • Catholic elementary school serving pre- school through 8th grade. 30 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Shopping • Sports/Recreation Free Flight Bikes, Skis • Offering a diverse line of innovative toys and & Fitness ...... 582-4500 die-cast collectibles, including farm toys, 5010 Wolff Rd. & Radford Rd., Dbq 52002 American Muscle vehicles, and Learning www.freeflight.com Curve Toys.

Lowe’s of Dubuque...... 588-8008 Toy Collector Club of America & 4100 Dodge St., Dbq 52003 SpecCast Outlet...... 563-975-9263 1235 16th Ave Ct. SE, Dyersville 52040 MC Sports...... 583-3432 www.toycollectorclub.com 2585 NW Arterial (Asbury Place), Dbq 52002 SPORTS/RECREATION Mural Inspirations...... 590-8404 Almost Famous Dance, Cheer & Create It! Gymnastics...... 319-465-4111 www.muralinspirations.com 231 Cedar St., Ste A, Monticello 52310 • Paints on walls, furniture, canvases, and tile www.almost-famous-dance.com or any surface that can be painted. E-mail: [email protected] • Mobile paint parties. • Dance for age 3 to 18. • Mommy and Me for age 2. River Lights Bookstore 2nd Edition...... 556-4391 Alpine Tennis & Fitness...... 556-1234 1098 Main St., Dbq 52001 1090 Cedar Cross Rd., Dbq 52003 • Hours: Monday-Wednesday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday-Friday from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., AYSO Region 419...... 563-663-9085 Saturday-Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. www.dubuqueayso.org Samuelson Petal Tractors...... 563-875-6222 525 5th St. NW, Dyersville 52040 Sam’s Club...... 587-0576 4400 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002 www.samsclub.com • Cash Rewards – Plus Members receive $10 for every $500 spent on qualifying purchases. • MasterCard Credit Card – Earn 5% cash back on gas purchases; 3% on dining and travel; and 1% on other eligible purchases. • Click N Pull – Order online by 5 p.m. and it’s available for pick up the following day. • Instant Savings Booklet – Exclusive offers electronically loaded and redeemed through the checkout on select items. • Specialty Services Available – Fuel station, complimentary health screenings, 200% freshness guarantee, hearing aid center, photo, tire and battery center, optical, and pharmacy.

The Calico Bean Market...... 563-557-8159 352 Bluff St., Dbq, 52001 www.calicobeanmarket.com

TOMY Outlet Store...... 563-875-5613 2021 9th St. SE, Dyersville 52040 www.rc2corp.com • Hours: Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. adno=623697-01 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 31 Sports/Recreation Ballroom by Jennifer...... 815-281-0430 and economic needs, child care, and health 2600 Dodge St. (Hwy 20), Dbq 52002 and wellness. www.BallroombyJennifer.com • Financial assistance is available for members E-mail: [email protected] and program participation. • Includes Teen Center for students in grades Best Shot Paintball...... 588-1077 6-12; a structured place to meet with other P.O. Box 3078, Dbq 52004 teens. Dubuque Dance Studio Bunker Hill Golf Course...... 589-4261 2200 Bunker Hill Rd., Dbq 52001 & Gymnastic Club ...... 556-1842 2612 University Ave., Dbq 52001 www.dbqdanceandgym.com Cascade Lanes...... 563-852-3133 E-mail: [email protected] 1303 1st Ave E, Cascade 52033 • Classes are offered in selected disciplines to students 18 months through adult, includ- Cascade Swimming Pool...... 563-852-3842 ing tumbling, gymnastics, dance team, tap, 405 2nd Ave NE, Cascade 52033 ballet, jazz, pointe, parent-tot classes, and ballroom. Cherry Lanes...... 690-4823 Port of Dubuque, 301 Bell St., Dbq 52001 Dubuque Driving Range...... 556-5420 10701 Rt. 52 N, Dbq 52001 Cobra Lanes...... 563-744-3008 107 2nd St. NE, Farley 52046 Dubuque Karate Club...... 583-8256 805 Century Dr., Dbq 52002 Creslanes...... 583-9766 255 S. Main St., Dbq 52003 Dubuque Martial Arts Group...... 588-1012 3430 Dodge St., Dbq 52003 www.dubmag.com Derby Grange Golf & Recreation.....556-4653 E-mail: [email protected] 13079 Derby Grange Rd., Dbq 52002 • Classes for men, women, and children for • Scenic driving range, 9-hole par 3, chal- safe, effective, relaxed training. lenging miniature golf, 6 automatic batting • Gain confidence, self-control, and achieve cages, concession stand, and party pavilion. self-defense skills. • Make new friends and have fun. Dubuque Area Swimmin’ Hurricanes...... 543-1105 Dubuque Pony League P.O. Box 1062, Dbq 52004 Baseball...... 557-9119 www.teamdash.org P.O. Box 3318, Dbq 52004 E-mail: [email protected] www.dbqpony.org E-mail: [email protected] Dubuque Bicycle Club E-mail: [email protected] P.O. Box 1746, Dbq 52004 • Youth baseball league for age 4-18. www.dbqbike.org • Anyone who wants to play can play with open registration. Dubuque Community • Games played at Derby Grange Golf and YMCA/YWCA...... 556-3371 Recreation and other sites. 35 N. Booth St., Dbq 52001 4170 Pennsylvania Ave., Dbq 52001 (west loca- Dubuque Soccer Club tion) www.dubuquesoccer.org www.dubuquey.org Dubuque Sports Complex...... 556-9893 E-mail: [email protected] 12614 Nightingale Ln., Dbq 52003 • Welcomes people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds in programs to meet the needs Dubuque Water Ski Club of a diverse community. 1675 Greyhound Park Rd., Dbq 52001 • Special programs target youth development, E-mail: [email protected] domestic violence, seniors, those with social

32 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Sports/Recreation Dubuque Youth Hockey Springer’s Martial Arts Academy... 582-1400 Association...... 585-1423 1880 Radford Rd., #1, Dbq 52002 2736 Mineral St., Dbq 52001 • Offers fun and exciting karate classes for kids as young as 5 years old. Dyersville Aquatic Center...... 563-875-8675 • Children learn self-discipline, respect, goal- 1300 Aquatic Dr., Dyersville 52040 setting, and the value of exercise. • Zero-depth pool features 2 slides, a kiddie • Children improve their attention span, focus, area, and sand volleyball. and self-confidence in a positive, friendly, and motivating classroom setting. Dyersville Karate Club • 2 free introductory classes offered any time. 325 Northern Ave., Earlville 52041 Studio 5678...... 582-3430 Flora Pool...... 589-4246 5540 Saratoga St., Dbq 52002 2565 Green St., Dbq 52001 Sundown Mountain Resort...... 556-6676 Heritage Trail...... 556-6745 16991 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52002 • 26-mile all-season trail from Dubuque to www.sundownmtn.com Dyersville, passing through Graf, Durango, • 21 trails, 4 chairlifts, 2 ski carpets, and 2 Epworth, and Farley. separate teaching areas with 1 especially • Walking, biking, cross-country skiing, and designed for children. snowmobiling. • Over 100 teaching pros. • Parents can ski with children or enroll kids age 4-11 in Kids Park, a high-energy creative Leisure Services...... 589-4263 2-4 hour lesson that makes learning snow 2200 Bunker Hill Rd., Dbq 52001 skills fun while teaching safety. www.cityofdubuque.org/439/leisure-services • Rental department with all the latest equip- E-mail: [email protected] ment in skiing and snowboarding. • Lodge with lots of healthy food and drinks. Mississippi Valley Running Association...... 582-6838 Sutton Pool...... 589-4247 P.O. Box 854, Dbq 52004 1900 Hawthorne St., Dbq 52001 www.mvradubuque.com E-mail: [email protected] Total Fitness Recreation Center...... 563-875-2727 Moser’s School of Dance & 1110 16th Ave Ct. SE, Dyersville 52040 Gymnastics...... 563-875-2846 E-mail: [email protected] ...... 563-928-6843 E-mail: [email protected] West Side Gymnastics...... 583-8553 1413 8th Ave SE, Dyersville 52040 1003 Century Dr., Dbq 52002 • Classes in tap, jazz, hip-hop, gymnastics, and ballet. Xtreme Dance...... 556-0538 • Boys and girls ages 2-1/2 through adult with 1075 Cedar Cross Rd., Dbq 52003 beginners through elite. www.xtremedancedbq.com • Recreational or competitive. • Locations include Manchester, Dyersville, Independence, Monticello, Clermont, Elkader, Guttenberg, Edgewood, and Strawberry Point.

Peosta Community Center...... 556-8751 7896 Burds Rd., Peosta 52068

Skate Country...... 556-4224 5630 Saratoga Rd., Asbury 52002

Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 33 Theatre Arts • Transportation Services • Volunteer Opportunities to Work with Children THEATRE ARTS and Maquoketa. Monthly services between Bell Tower Theater...... 588-3377 Dubuque and Iowa City. 2728 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52001 • Open to citizens of Delaware, Dubuque, and www.belltowertheater.net Jackson Counties...... E-mail: [email protected] • Call in advance to set up ride. • Produces plays and special events through- out the year. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES TO • Helps young people discover the creative WORK WITH CHILDREN outlet of theater through classes and work- AmeriCorps...... 584-8644 shops for kindergarten through 8th grade. 1500 Clarke Dr., Dbq 52001 • Offers the free Summer Musical Program www.cityofdubuque.org/americorps where kids age 7 to 16 can be involved in all aspects of creating a musical for an audi- Child Advocacy...... 582-6219 ence. P.O. Box 80, Peosta 52068 childadvocacy.iowa.gov Five Flags Center • Offers 2 programs including Court Appointed Administration...... 589-4254 Special Advocates and Foster Care Review Ticket Office...... 589-4258 Board. www.fiveflagscenter.com Community Foundation of 405 Main St., Dbq 52001 Greater Dubuque...... 588-2700 • Offers opportunity to attend plays, concerts, 700 Locust St., Ste 195, Dbq 52001 and sporting events throughout the year. www.dbqfoundation.org • Call ticket office for more information on events. Dubuque County Early Childhood..... 588-1620 2310 Chaney Rd., Dbq 52001 Grand Opera House...... 588-4356 www.dcearlychild.org Box Office………………………...588-1305 • Working collaboratively within this commu- 135 W. 8th St., Dbq 52001 nity to facilitate access to high-quality child www.thegrandoperahouse.com care, health care, and family services for all E-mail: [email protected] young children. • The public is welcome to attend meetings Great Midwestern Educational and participate in activities. Theatre Company...... 542-5452 • Many volunteer opportunities available to Amy Ressler, Director serve on board and committees plus office E-mail: [email protected] work. • Many programs funded to support early childhood, such as preschool scholarships, TRANSPORTATION SERVICES family support services, and child care pro- Jule Transit ...... 589-4196 vider grants and professional development. 2401 Central Ave., Dbq 52001 www.JuleTransit.org Foster Grandparents...... 588-3980 • Hours: Monday-Thursday 6 a.m.-6:40 p.m., Project Concern Friday 6 a.m.-2:40 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.- 1789 Elm St., Ste B, Dbq 52001 2:40 p.m. E-mail: [email protected] • Students grades K-8 ride free. Students in • Seniors 55 and older mentor children at high school and college ride free with school local school or child care centers. ID. • Assignments are given for volunteers to work one to one with the children providing assis- Regional Transit Authority...... 800-839-5005 tance, for example, with reading. 7600 Commerce Park, Dbq 52002 • Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 15 • Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-5 p.m. hours a week, and they receive a stipend of • Daily service in Dubuque for work, school, $2.65 an hour for their service (which does and child care plus also available between not affect their income). They also receive Dubuque surrounding counties. mileage reimbursement or transportation • Weekly service between Dubuque, Bellevue, assistance to the volunteer site. 34 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Volunteer Opportunities to Work with Children • Youth Activities and Attractions Mentor Dubuque...... 563-845-0768 Saturday. 1989 Asbury Rd., Ste 515, Dbq 52001 • Hours: Monday-Friday 3-8 p.m. and www.hillcrest-fs.org Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Sunday. • Is a program of Hillcrest Family Services. • Offers community- and school-based men- Crystal Lake Cave LLC...... 556-6451 toring opportunities. 6684 Crystal Lake Cave Rd., Dbq 52003 • Caring volunteers are matched with youth www.crystallakecave.com age 5-15 and meet with children weekly or E-mail: [email protected] twice a month. Volunteers make a one-year • Natural living cave with guided tours, gift commitment and maintain a consistent one- shop, gem-mining sluice, picnic grounds. to-one relationship. Czipar’s Apple Orchard...... 582-7476 Resources Unite...... 581-2850 8610 Rt. 52 S, Dbq 52003 2728 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52001 www.resourcesunite.com Dubuque Arboretum United Way Services...... 588-1415 & Botanical Gardens...... 556-2100 215 W. 6th St., Dbq 52001 3800 Arboretum Dr., Dbq 52001 www.dbqunitedway.org www.dubuquearboretum.com E-mail: [email protected] YOUTH ACTIVITIES AND Dubuque Area Attraction ATTRACTIONS Information...... 800-798-8844 4-H...... 583-6496 www.americasriver.com ISU Dubuque County Extension Office www.traveldubuque.com 14858 W Ridge Ln., Dbq 52003 www.extension.iastate.edu/dubuque Dubuque Area Youth Leadership Council • Anyone in grades kindergarten through 12 can become a 4-H member. (DAYLC) • Activities will challenge participants’ skills P.O. Box 688, Dbq 52004 and help them learn from others who care. • 4-H has opportunities for volunteering, from Dubuque by Carriage...... 580-0558 being a local club leader to volunteering at 26270 17th St., Maquoketa 52060 the Iowa State Fair. • There are opportunities that last from single Dubuque Chess Club...... 556-1662 events to a year. 3585 Copperfield, Dbq 52002 AMC Star Dubuque 14...... 888-262-4386 • Conducts casual games for all age groups 2835 NW Arterial, Dbq 52002 with free lessons and membership. • Meets the 1st and 3rd Saturday of every Becker Woodcarving Museum.....563-875-2087 month at the public library. 15126 Becker Ln., Dyersville 52040 • Call ahead to view the woodworks of Dubuque County Fair Association.....588-1406 famous Northeast Iowa carver, Jack Becker. 14569 Old Highway Rd., Dbq 52002 By appointment only. www.dbqfair.com

Boys/Girls Club Dyer-Botsford Doll Museum...... 563-875-2414 of Greater Dubuque...... 585-0599 331 First Ave E, Dyersville 52040 • Home of Dyersville’s founder, a restored 1299 Locust St., Dbq 52001 Victorian features a rare revolving German www.bgcdbq.org Feather Christmas tree, German ornaments, • Provides young males and females, in 1st- and a collection of over 1,200 dolls. 12th grades, with a club that promotes • Open May 1st through early November. health, education, social, and character development. • Membership fee $10.00. • Meals provided to members at 5 p.m. on Monday-Friday evenings and noon on Dubuque County Family Resource Guide 35 Youth Activities and Attractions Eagle Point Park...... 589-4263 Julien Dubuque Monument...... 556-0620 2901 Shiras Ave., Dbq 52001 www.minesofspain.org www.cityofdubuque.org 1810 Monument Dr., Dbq 52003 • Located at the Mines of Spain Recreation E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center, Mines Area and is listed on the National Register of of Spain Recreation Area...... 556-0620 Historic Places. 8991 Bellevue Heights, Dbq 52003 www.minesofspain.org Jumpin’ Janes...... 582-4454 • Located on 1439 acres of upland forest, bot- 4292 Dodge St., Dbq 52003 tomland forest, savannas, wetland, creeks, www.jumpinjanes.com cliffs, and tall grass prairies found throughout • Giant inflatables and play equipment. Family rugged terrain just south of Dubuque. arcade and food. • Features 12 hiking trails, 5 miles of cross • Offers birthday packages that include a pri- country ski trails, educational and inter- vate room. pretive programs on area cultural history • Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and natural resources, Julien Dubuque Sunday 11 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Monday Monument, canoe access, Horseshoe Bluff except for school holidays. Interpretive Area, view of the Mississippi River. Kids in the Kitchen ...... 583-2875 • Free programs offered to public, including Tonya Grawe field trips and youth organizations with top- 1015 Mela, Dbq 52003 ics like mining, farming, geology, Native Americans, prairies, forests, wetlands, mam- McAleece Park & Recreation mals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and more. Complex Skateboard Park...... 589-4263 • Includes an Interpretive Center, which serves Admiral Sheehy Dr. on Chaplain Schmitt Island as the Visitor Center and the Park Office. Hwys. 151/61 N, south of Greyhound Park, Dbq 52001 Fenelon Place Elevator...... 588-2357 512 Fenelon Place, Dbq 52001 Mystique Ice Center...... 583-4949 www.dbq.com/fenplco www.MystiqueIceCenter.com 1800 Admiral Sheehy Dr., Dbq, 52001 Field of Dreams Movie Site, Inc...... 888-875-8404 National Farm Toy Museum...... 563-875-2727 28995 Lansing Rd., Dyersville 52040 1110 16th Ave SE, Dyersville 52040 www.fodmoviesite.com www.nationalfarmtoymuseum.com E-mail: [email protected] General Zebulon Pike...... 582-0881 • A small-scale adventure into the history of Lock & Dam No. 11 agriculture. Open daily from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 11 Lock Rd., Dbq 52001 • Explore collections of farm toys, pedal trac- tors, dioramas, and unique exhibits on agri- Grand Harbor Resort culture’s history. & Waterpark...... 690-4000 • Discover how farming has changed through- 350 Bell St., Dbq 52001 out the years and the history of tractors that www.grandharborresort.com continue to help make successful harvests. • 25,000 square feet of wet fun for the entire family, including waterslides, tube rides, National Mississippi rope ladders, waterspouts and chutes, squirt River Museum & Aquarium...... 557-9545 guns, water canyons, lazy river, activity ...... 800-226-3369 pools, and hot tub whirlpools. 350 E Third St., Dbq 52001 • 193 guest rooms great for family getaways. www.rivermuseum.com • Huge interactive game room with favorite • Interactive Activities for all ages. video and arcade rooms. Collect tickets to • Summer hours: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Memorial redeem for prizes. weekend-Labor Day), fall hours: 9 a.m.-5 • Birthday party packages available each day p.m. (after Labor Day-Halloween), winter waterpark is open. Group rates available for hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (November 1st-until 15+. Memorial weekend). 36 Dubuque County Family Resource Guide Youth Activities and Attractions Park and Recreation The New Vienna Heritage Museum City of Dubuque...... 589-4263 7396 Columbus St., New Vienna 52065 2200 Bunker Hill Rd., Dbq 52002 • A former convent, converted to a German • Year-round and after-school activities for Museum featuring 23 rooms of antiques, arti- youth and young adults. facts, and handcrafted quilts. • Activities available at no cost or low cost to • Open daily from 1-4 p.m. May through people with limited income. November. Handicap accessible. • Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The Old Jail Museum & Storybook Zoo...... 588-2551 Historical Society...... 557-9545 12201 N. Cascade Rd., Dbq 52003 8th & Central Ave., Dbq 52001 • Open June 2-Labor Day. • The 1857 jail exhibits the Dubuque County Historical Society’s most unique and interest- Swiss Valley Nature Center...... 556-6745 ing artifacts. 13606 Swiss Valley Rd., Peosta 52068 www.dubuquecounty.com Trolleys of Dubuque, Inc...... 552-2896 • Includes nature center with multiple inter- www.trolleysofdbq.com pretive displays, live animal exhibits, a 2728 Asbury Rd., Dbq 52001 library, and an avian room for bird watching. YAPPERS...... 588-2700 • Offers free programs on animals, wildlife, 700 Locust St., Ste 195, Dbq 52001 compost, geology, habitats, hiking/survival, E-mail: [email protected] history, hunter safety, insects, nature, Native • Area high school students work to address Americans, trees, watershed/pollution, and local youth needs. Meet twice a month to more. engage in team-building activities, volunteer- ing, fundraising, and granting money to non- profits.

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