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As a rock and roller (weekend warrior ver- the Midwest Music Makers on KGRR makes sion) I often rock people’s faces off with a more sense. It’s a great show and I love little help from my Rocket Surgeons band- Denny, but it really doesn’t fit the new for- mates. So it was a great surprise to me when mat considering how heavily the show fea- I turned on my car radio as we were deliver- tures bluegrass and similar genres. I would ing the last issue of 365ink and got my face love to see it find a home on another sta- rocked off in return. I have a 1995 Honda tion where they fit nicely with the existing Passport that was used up and should have format. I know they are streaming the show been retired to the Cash For Clunkers pro- online for now, which is pretty cool. grams long ago. The CD player doesn’t work anymore. And an ipod port... hell, and ipod For my part, I am a child of the 80’s. I had itself wasn’t even a glint in Steve Jobs when a mullet. I got my first electric guitar when this rust bucket rolled off the line. It’s down I was 11 from George Rondinelli and never to two working speakers. But that’s enough. looked back. I grew up on MTV’s Head- banger’s Ball and thousands of hours in the So I set off the make my deliveries, because Stockel family basement on Keyway Drive this is not the New York Inquirer and and my with a room full of like-minded mulleteers name is not Charles Foster Kane. We all do playing euchre and playing music in the the dirty work. But I like it. People love to see instruments that were pretty much perma- the paper show up and that’s always makes nently set-up in the room or in the garage. the hard work worth it. I also get a couple hours in my car to not think about all the So turning the radio on today was, for me, like a stuff I have to do. I can turn up the radio and warm breeze the same way that the Beatles on do my thing. My usual tune-in to 97.3 KGRR the radio is like a warm breeze to Ralph. And in started pumping out the tunes (through two the process, I am discovering songs and bands speakers), but it was not what I expected to I do not currently own but I like very much. So hear. It was Metallica. I quickly remembered no longer do I have to rely on the internet to that they just changed formats. Heck it might discover new music that’s up my alley. have been that day. In the first hour I heard Ratt, Black Sabbath, Muse, Disturbed and, Radio Dubuque is one of the last stops on are you kidding me... IRON MAIDEN! “Run to my delivery route and the familiar faces I the Hills” is playing in my car and it’s coming know so well there happened to be in the from the radio. Am I dreaming? lobby with big smiles on their faces when I walked in. The first thing I said was “I love it” This is MY music. Well, I’d like a little more and the second thing I said was, “I’ve been Rush, but beggars can’t be choosers. Clas- listening for 90 minutes and so far, no Nick- sic rock has dominated the airwaves in the elback. THANK YOU!” Now, I know I’m going area for many years. KGRR covered the older to eventually have to hear it, but so far, in the rock spectrum with a lot of Beatles, Boston, world of meat and potatoes, Nickelback (the and the Who on the menu, while 102.3 hits bane of modern hard rock) has been treated newer rock more strongly. But neither strays as more of a garnish than, say, potatoes. And too far into the hard rock genre. Don’t get that works for me. I hope they find a market me wrong, I love the Beatles and have been of people like me to give them the ratings a KRGG fan since they started. I was there that make ad sales rock for them. When the the one night when Steve and Paul Hem- dust settles, listeners are what make it pos- mer turned on the tower and did a broad- sible to sell ads and keep things going. cast of Stairway to Heaven before the station officially launched. So there is definite sad- So while I’m sure there are more Ralphs out ness in seeing KGRR disappear. I know my there who think I’m nuts, I love it. I hope you friend Ralph Kluseman is heartbroken to see do too and I hope the new 97.3, The Rock, is the old format go away. But he has like 12 a huge hit and keeps rocking my face off for copies of every Beatles album, most in four years to come. And to KGRR, thank you for different formats and likely a couple differ- many years of great music and much more. ent languages. He’ll survive. And now that While I love the new station, it was great the new format has taken over, the end of having you on my dial.

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Community Events free will donation will be taken at the recital for this cause. For more information, con- March 19 tact Sandra Andersen at 563-557-4082 or T.P. Jones Book Signing [email protected]. River Lights 2nd Edition, located at 1098 Main will host a book signing by T.P. Jones, March 20-21 the author known for the book Jackson. Blacksmith Days Scheduled for Friday, March 19, readers will The National Mississippi River Museum & be able to meet Jones between 5:30 and Aquarium invites all to experience the craft of 7:00 pm Jones’ latest, The Gamble, is part of blacksmithing at Blacksmith Days, scheduled The Loss of Certainty trilogy, “where racial for the weekend of March 20-21. This special tensions in the city of Jackson accumulate weekend event will highlight the historical and unemployment rises.” Visit rlb2e.com importance of blacksmithing and metal work- Hosted by L May Eatery, Joseph’s reading Saturday, March 27 at 6:30 pm at the Silver for more information. ing along the Mississippi River during pioneer and book signing is scheduled for Thursday, Eagle Convention Center. Former University times. Several working blacksmiths will dem- March 25, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Guests are of Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Bulls basket- March 20 onstrate their skills to guests and there will asked to register in advance at River Lights ball player Bobby Hansen will be there as a Faculty Voice Recital: be activities for children and families, too. by purchasing a copy of the book. Registra- speaker. Tickets are $15 and are available at Sandra Andersen, mezzo Blacksmith Days will take place in the Pfohl tion includes a ticket for a free cocktail at East Dubuque Savings Bank or at the door. Sandra Andersen, Loras College Faculty Boatyard Plaza and is included with regular L May! As space is limited, it is suggested member, presents a recital of opera arias and admission to the Museum & Aquarium. that you register soon. For more informa- March 31 songs on March 20 at 7:30 pm in Gallagher tion, visit rlb2e.com. Multimedia Improvisational Hall of Loras College, located in the Visita- Thursday, March 25 Computer Ensemble (MICE) tion Building on the corner of Alta Vista and Diana Joseph Book Signing & Reading March 26 The Multimedia Improvisational Computer University in Dubuque. It is free and open River Lights 2nd Edition and L May Eatery 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt Ensemble (MICE) will present a show on to the public. Sharon Jensen will be the present a book signing and reading by Diana The Dubuque Community Y hosts its 2nd Wednesday, March 31 at 7:30 pm in Blades accompanist. It is the first concert in a series Joseph author of the particularly long titled Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Friday, March 26, 105, the lower level of Blades Hall. The pro- of concerts that Sandra and her students are I’m Sorry You Feel That Way – The Astonish- from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. The event will include gram will feature an abbreviated version presenting to raise money for the people of ing But True Story Of A Daughter, Sister, Slut, an open swim (from 6 pm) and two different of Terry Riley's monumental “in C” a work Haiti. Their project is called Voices for Help. A Wife, Mother, And Friend To Man & Dog. Easter Egg Hunts, one for kids 5 and under that launched the minimalist movement (at 5:30 pm), and one for kids 6 and up (at in music. MICE will also present original 5:45 pm). Pool Egg Hunts by age will begin accompaniments to the poems "Jabber- at 6:30 pm in the small pool. Cost is just $6 wocky," "The Highwayman," "Annabel Lee" per family, $3 per family for Y members. Early and "The Raven," narrated by UD Theatre registration at the front desk enters you in a Professor Amy Ressler. Additional surprises drawing for a free t-shirt. For more informa- and improvisations should be expected. tion, call 563-556-3371. MICE, composed of (mostly) UD CGIM stu- dents working in the digital audio medium March 26-27 and performing electro-acoustic music, is The UPA Iowa & Midwest coached by James Sherry. The MICE show is Powerlifting Championships casual, open to the public and free of charge. The United Powerlifting Association hosts the Blades 105 is in the basement of Blades Hall, UPA Iowa & Midwest Powerlifting Champion- on the corner of Algona and University, ships at Dubuque’s Grand River Center, Friday directly under the chapel. Feel free to bring and Saturday, March 26-27. The competition a pillow, yoga mat, and/or non-alcoholic is open to all UPA registered athletes in Squat, beverage/snack. Parking is available in the Bench, & Deadlift categories. Registration will lot just below Hardee's. be available at weigh-ins. The Bench compe- tition begins Friday evening, March 26 from April 3 5 to 8 pm Saturday’s program, scheduled for Cumulus Broadcasting 9 am to 5 pm will include Squat, Bench, and Easter Egg Hunt Deadlift competitions. Admission for specta- The annual Cumulus Broadcasting Easter Egg tors will be just $5, and there will be a conces- Hunt is scheduled for Saturday, April 3, 10:00 sion stand on site. Athlete entry forms can be am at the University of Dubuque. Advance found at UPAPower.com. tickets available for just $2 at Little Folks Trad- ing Post new location at 3220 Dodge, next to March 27 Envision Sports. The event is sponsored also East Dubuque Warriors Booster Club by U.S. Bank who generously supplies the 17th Annual Benefit Auction eggs and a movie for the kids. Proceeds ben- The East Dubuque Warriors Booster Club will efit the Children's Miracle Networks. host their 17th Annual Benefit Auction on

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Potosa Spa Opens In the Hotel Julien Dubuque by mike ironside

The final project in the more than $30 million of everything that has gone into this hotel renovation of the Hotel Julien is complete. – it’s that kind of story that we sell at Sun- Last week with Chamber of Commerce dara as well, so it was a great marriage for us Ambassadors and guests in attendance, the to say, ‘this is a project that we want to be Hotel Julien owners Tony Pfohl and cousins involved in.’ We felt very excited to have the Andrew Kirby and Matthew Quigley, together opportunity to work with the Hotel Julien. with spa partners from Sundara celebrated We don’t sell spa treatments; we provide an the ribbon cutting and official opening of experience and we create a memory, and the new Potosa Spa in the Hotel Julien. that’s what we want to be able to do here.”

As with the rest of the Julien renovation, Potosa Spa will function as a stand-alone busi- Potosa Spa sets a new standard of refine- ness within the Hotel Julien, but will greatly ment in downtown Dubuque. Potosa is a complement the hotel and the suite of ame- partnership with Wisconsin Dells area Sun- nities and services already offered. With the dara Spa, regularly one of the top-rated spas exception of one manager that has relocated in America. The partnership is a first for Sun- to Dubuque, all other spa therapists and tech- dara as the celebrated spa has yet to estab- nicians were hired and trained locally. lish any franchise operations and has not previously collaborated with any other spa Because the hotel is named after Julien or hotel property anywhere in the country. Dubuque, the founder of the city, the spa is named after Dubuque’s Native American Understanding the importance of finding wife Potosa. Drawing on that history and the right environment in creating the spa culture, the Potosa Spa draws inspiration experience, Sundara General Manager Rick for spa treatments, products, and the over- Duarte saw an opportunity for collaboration all experience from the River, bluffs, and at the Hotel Julien. “Coming to the Hotel the land of the Dubuque area as well as the Julien and seeing what they’ve done here native people who lived and worked with as far as the level of service, the amenities Julien Dubuque. The logo for Potosa Spa of the hotel, we felt that it was in line with has a unique connection to the hotel as well. spin on them to coincide more with Native Bridal Packages are available. The banquet Sundara,” Duarte said. Inspired by a metal grate that once was part American treatments.” room bordering both Caroline’s restaurant of a screen-like wall in the hotel and was later and Potosa spa can be utilized for spa func- Geographically, the partnership made sense found in the basement during renovation, In addition to honoring a “spirit of place” tions like bridal parties to gather and relax as well. Wisconsin Dells is within a reasonable the logo resembles both the letter “P” and a in the historic sense, Duarte expresses that with some light hors d’oeuvres and cham- driving distance allowing Duarte and Sun- labyrinth, symbolic of an inner journey. he hopes Potosa Spa will become a strong pagne before the big day. The spa promises dara management to visit Dubuque to work partner in the community contributing to be a popular addition to the preparation with the spa and hotel staff to be sure every Individual treatment rooms are named for to overall wellness. “Unfortunately, a lot of ritual of the many weddings the Hotel Julien aspect of the project was right. Sundara has the four elements: Earth, Wind, Fire, and people still consider spa treatments to be a will be hosting for years to come. been working with the Fischer Companies Water. Indigenous plants are blended into luxury, pampering. They don’t see it as a way for over a year to design Potosa Spa with some of the spa products. Native American of life – something that’s good for you,” he Duarte seems genuinely excited by the the goal of being able to offer an experience cultural motifs are incorporated into some explained. “We’re a firm believer in that what new Potosa Spa and pleased with the comparable to that available at Sundara. of the spa treatments themselves, like the we do should be part of your everyday life. results. “The Fischer Company has spared Four Elements massage. It’s part of your personal wellness program. no expense, I will say that,” he commented. “We have a philosophy at Sundara,” Duarte And we want to incorporate that feeling Potosa Spa is open from 8 am to 8 pm, seven explains, “Sundara is a complete experience, “The elements of our treatments at Sun- here in the area.” days a week. To see a menu of spa services, from the minute you walk through the door dara are pretty much are focused on more visit hoteljuliendubuque.com and click on to the time you leave. So our approach to Ayurvedic treatments,” explains Duarte, Potosa Spa offers a full range of services the Potosa Spa link. To make an appoint- (Potosa Spa) is again, offering that experi- “here our staff got to step outside of the including hair care, hand and foot care, ment, call 563-588-5570. ence. When you walk through the hotel box a bit and take the elements of those facial, body, and bath treatments, for both here – the lobby, the Capone Suite, the story Ayurvedic treatments, but put a twist and a men and women. Special Day Packages and

365ink { march 18 - march 31 } 5 { cover story } Spring Cleaning The last (hopefully) of the snow is melting and people are already beginning to enjoy some warmer spring weather. Putting snow shovels back in the garage and digging out bicycles, you might think, “Wow this is a mess in here!” Well, springtime is the perfect time to get Spring Home Maintenance out the sponges, brushes, mops, and brooms and apply a little “elbow grease” to some of those cleaning projects with tom kann of kanndo around the house. This issue of 365ink is jam-packed If there’s anyone in the Dubuque area that “A lot of people now are doing the epoxy with ideas for cleaning, organizing, de-cluttering, and knows about cleaning, it’s Tom Kann from floor finish,” he says. “You go in and etch generally making your home healthier and more enjoy- Kanndo. From simple carpet steam-cleaning the concrete, scrub it up, get it good and able in the coming warm weather months. to major, post-disaster recovery, the profes- clean and put a couple coats of epoxy floor sionals at Kanndo not only can do it, they’ve finish down. It’s easier to keep clean when already done it. For our special spring clean- it’s painted like that, because the cement is ing issue, 365 sat down with Tom Kann at porous and it captures that dirt, but when the Kanndo office at 950 Main Street in it’s sitting on top of that epoxy painted fin- Dubuque to get a few ideas on what we ish, you can hose it right off.” need to be doing beyond the usual wash- ing of windows to be sure our homes are Basement clean and safe now and through the year. “Once you get inside, let’s go down to the basement,” suggests Kann hypothetically. Garage “Let’s go to that furnace room. The furnace A busy guy, Kann jumps right in: “Let’s start is actually the lungs of your home. That’s in the garage. Garages this time of year, where your house is breathing. Anything after all the salt and grime and stuff that that’s in your furnace room, it will pick up has dripped off of your car … and it’s sit- – paint odors, thinners, bug spray – a lot of ting there and you’re walking through it people put their bug spray in around that into the house! It’s a great time to get the furnace area. All that kind of stuff, those power washer out, the hose, scrub brush, chemicals, will go through your house too. and scrub that down, get that all cleaned So you want to keep that furnace room as up so that you’re not tracking that into the clean as your bedroom.” house. Also, it’s good to put a little walk-off mat in there too.” Kann notes that many central air condition- ing units use the same fan and filter system Kann makes a good point. Attached as the furnace so filters should be checked garages, breezeways, decks, and mud- in spring as well and changed if neces- rooms can all get pretty nasty over the sary. While circulating the air in the house winter months and being connected to is generally a good thing, having dust or the house, it’s easy to track all that grime in chemical fumes in the area of the furnace where we live. Yuck. room could spread those contaminants throughout the house. “You don’t want “It’s also a good time to organize that to pile stuff up against that furnace either, garage,” notes Kann, rattling off a list of because then you can’t check the furnace things that can be done – cleaning cob- filter because you can’t get at the furnace,” webs out of corners and from behind stored he states. “You want to check that furnace equipment, cleaning windows, and gener- filter at least once a month. At least check it ally getting things organized. Regarding if not change it. That’s very important.” that garage floor, Kann has one more idea to make it easier to keep clean in the future. In addition to organizing your basement to avoid spreading dust, odors and fumes

6 { march 18 - march 31 } 365ink { cover story } through the house, Kann suggests a gen- the bedroom there is one prime offender: eral cleaning of the basement and furnace “Dust mites,” he declares, adding, “It’s not room including vacuuming up cobwebs, really the dust mites you get allergies from; wiping down walls, and sweeping and it’s the dust mite … poop,” he says, chuck- scrubbing floors. ling after pondering how to say it politely. “It’s nasty.” Because basements tend to be damp, Kann says that dust and dirt in those areas can To minimize the effects of dust mites, Kann hold mold as well that might travel through recommends regular cleaning of all bedding the house through the heating and cool- materials, including pillows. For those with ing system. Besides keeping the basement greater sensitivity or allergies to dust mites, clean, it’s also important to keep it reason- Kanndo can steam clean mattresses to deep ably dry. “If your basement does leak, get it clean and eliminate any potential allergens. dry right away,” he recommends. “Suck up the water with a shop vac. Get that dehu- For people with allergies or sensitivities to midifier going. Get a little air movement. dust, mold, and pet dander, he also sug- Get it dry right away. Keep ahead of it. If it’s gests an air purifier, which can clear the a rainy week, you might have to go down air and neutralize any offending airborne every night after work and suck it up, but particles. Kanndo stocks a variety of sizes keep ahead of it. That’s the key.” suitable for different sized rooms, even stocking a travel-sized unit you can use in He also suggests replacing cardboard stor- a car or a hotel room. age boxes with plastic containers. “Get rid of the boxes because that just holds moisture Other than allergy remediation, because and mold. Plastic containers don’t.” Kann people spend so much time in their bed- also recommends newer models of dehu- rooms, Kann suggests a thorough cleaning midifiers for damp basements that have a of the room from top to bottom, moving hose which can empty directly into a floor furniture to get at areas where dust can hide, drain. As opposed to older models, which wiping down walls and furniture surfaces. required the user to empty a container once it filled with water, newer models are Living Room virtually a “set and forget” solution. “Usually In living rooms, Kann suggests similar clean- you want to be between 30 percent and ing techniques to those in the bedroom. For 50 percent (humidity),” he notes. “Anything carpeted rooms he recommends a vacuum over 50 percent is on the wet side. Anything with a HEPA filter so that dust or potential below 30 percent is on the dry side.” allergens are not released back into the air when vacuuming. For ceramic tile or vinyl Bedroom floors, Kann recommends hard surface Upstairs, besides the usual dusting, vacuum- steam-cleaning units. Steam lifts dirt and ing, and window cleaning, Kann notes the grime, sanitizing the floor surface without importance of cleaning to remove potential allergens from the home environment. In continued on page 19

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Clarke Presents perform and the audiences love to see the Musical Menus on Broadway amazing talent that Clarke produces.” This March 26-27 year’s event will include selections from a The Clarke College Music Department will variety of Broadway shows, ranging from host its annual “Musical Menus on Broad- the classic “Les Misérables” to contempo- way” on Friday, March 26 and Saturday, rary favorites like “Shrek.” Cost for the dinner March 27, in the Wahlert Atrium on the and musical review is $40 per person with Clarke campus. The event features five- premier seating available both nights for course gourmet meal and the musical $50 per person. Reservations are required styling of various Clarke music ensembles, and can be made by calling 563-584-8642 student soloists, faculty and guest perform- weekdays between 8 am to 4:30 pm or ers. Clarke Associate Professor of Music John on-line at clarke.edu/artsatclarke. Seating Lease describes the event as "a time-hon- for the event begins at 6 pm each night, Arts At Clarke web site and magazine design, as well as ored tradition because the students love to with service starting at 6:30 pm. BFA & BA Graphic Design Exhibit promotional materials for a fictional café and Quigley Gallery, Clarke College political party. Students participating in the March 28 @ 1 pm-3 pm exhibit include bachelor of fine arts students The Quigley Gallery in the Atrium at Clarke Alea Broshous, Taylor Kellogg, Kristina Nest- Living Last Supper The 2010 Lenten season is the eleventh year College will host an exhibit of art and design eby, and Nate Smith along with bachelor of Five Flags Theater for the drama, which is both inspirational by BFA majors in the Graphic Design program arts student Alexandria Herbst. April 2 @ 7 pm and educational, as Jesus and each disciple Tuesday, March 23, through Monday, April 5. You are invited to a worship experience that make you feel like you are actually there, An informal reception for the exhibit will be Clarke’s Quigley Gallery, located at 1550 will take you inside the famous Leonardo da in the Upper Room on that fateful night held Sunday, March 28, from 1 to 3 pm. Clarke Drive is open Monday through Fri- Vinci painting, The Last Supper on Friday, of betrayal. The Living Last Supper Band day from noon to 5:00 pm, Saturday and April 2nd at 7 pm. This drama and musical enhances the experience, sharing their gift The exhibit will highlight Senior Performance Sunday from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. For more presentation is performed by a group of of music throughout the service. The event artwork and designs of BFA and BA students information, contact the Clarke College men from across Dubuque County reenact- is free and open to the public, freewill offer- in the Graphic Design program, and feature Marketing and Communication Office at ing that moment in history when Jesus tells ings are accepted. a range of work in a variety of contemporary 563-588-6318. his disciples that “one of you will betray me”. graphic media, including digital photography,

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Louise Herron Halliburton known for her works in watercolor, learning From the Collection from the famous watercolorist Eliot O’Hara. Dubuque Museum of Art Now through July 11 Also on display through March 28 are two The Dubuque Museum of Art has exhibits: Larry Schulte: Pattern and Order announced that nine paintings by Dubuque and Quiet Courage: Images of Women from artist Louise Herron Halliburton are currently The North American Indian by Edward S. on display in the museum’s Lengeling Gal- Curtis. An exhibit of high school students’ MIAD Senior Exhibition Preview This preview event is a great opportunity for lery through July 11, 2010. Born in Dubuque artwork from both public and parochial Milwaukee Institute of Art & professionals to meet MIAD's seniors and in 1898 Halliburton studied at the Corcoran schools in Dubuque is scheduled to be on Design offer your feedback and thoughts about School of Art in Washington D.C. She was exhibit from April 13 to May 9, 2010. The April 14 @ 4 pm-9 pm their work. These seniors are also available married to Robert Alexander Halliburton, an Dubuque Museum of Art presents student We invite you to meet MIAD's graduating for full/part-time positions, freelance proj- economics professor at Franklin College in exhibitions every other year, alternating seniors and view their work. You may come ects, and exhibiting or selling their art. Indiana, until he died unexpectedly in 1939. between art students in high school and anytime from 4:00 – 9:00. Please invite and students in all grades (K – 12). Students assist bring your professional colleagues. If you visit MIAD from 4:00 - 6:00 pm, a In 1940, Halliburton returned to Dubuque, with the installation of the exhibition. lounge will be available with hors d'oeuvres living here until her death in 1991. She is Senior work includes: and a cash bar. The lounge is sponsored by often remembered for her political and The Dubuque Museum of Art is open Tues- • Graphic and Web Design the M&I Foundation. social activism; however her artistic legacy day through Friday from 10 am to 5 pm. Sat- • Illustration also still resonates today. Halliburton was on urday and Sunday from 1 pm to 4 pm. Regular • Animation and Digital Video If you are not available to attend this Preview, the board of the Dubuque Art Association, admission is free through the year of 2010, • Photography please contact MIAD Career Services for an the predecessor of the Dubuque Museum thanks to a generous sponsorship by the local • Industrial (Product) Design individual tour. Email or call Duane Seiden- of Art. She enriched the city’s cultural scene, office of Prudential Financial. The Museum is • Interior Architecture + Design sticker at [email protected] or 414-847-3274. organizing many exhibitions and artist lec- located at 701 Locust Street in Dubuque. For • Fine arts: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, tures during her tenure with the Art Asso- more information, visit dbqart.com, or call Sculpture The exhibit is available for viewing April 16 - ciation. As an artist, Halliburton was best the Museum of Art at 563-557-1851. May 15. Learn more at miad.edu.

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The Wedding Singer girl of his dreams will be gone forever. With UWP Center for the Arts a brand new score that pays loving homage March 21 @ 3 pm & 8 pm to the pop songs of the 1980s, “The Wed- A Midsummer Night’s Dream music of Felix Mendelssohn, A Midsummer It’s 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart ding Singer” takes us back to a time when Dubuque City Youth Ballet Night’s Dream is an original ballet, choreo- is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s hair was big, greed was good, collars were The Grand Opera House graphed by Marina O’Rourke. the life of the party, until his own fiancé up, and a wedding singer just might be March 20-21, 26-28 leaves him at the altar. Shot through the the coolest guy in the room. Once again, Celebrating their 40th year, the Dubuque All Friday and Saturday shows are scheduled heart, Robbie makes every wedding he there is a delicious buffet between shows. City Youth Ballet, led by Marina O’Rourke for 7:30 pm., with Sunday performances at plays as disastrous as his own. Enter Julia, a General Admission tickets are $36, UWP present A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Fri- 2:00 pm. Tickets for A Midsummer Night’s winsome waitress who wins his affection. Faculty, Staff and Seniors are $34, Under 18 day and Saturday, March 20-21, and Friday Dream are $18 for adults and $12 for children Only trouble is Julia is about to be married are $28, and UWP students are just $18. Call through Sunday, March 26-28 at the Grand 12 and under. For more information, visit to a Wall Street shark, and unless Robbie can 608-342-1298 or visit tickets.uwplatt.edu. Opera House. Based of course on the Shake- thegrandoperahouse.com, or call the Grand pull off the performance of the decade, the speare play of the same name and using the Opera House box office at 563-588-1305.

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DCFAS Elisha Darlin Arts Award: Garcia met some incredible people along in a cancellation of the show, Garcia and Denny Garcia Award Celebration the way – folk and blues musician Elizabeth Hemmer have taken Midwest Music Makers The Bank Bar & Grille Cotton, Joni Mitchell, Joan Baez, Gordon online in a partnership with Eastern Iowa April 8 @ 6:30 pm Lightfoot, and that Grateful Dead guitarist live music online video showcase Explora- Each year, the Dubuque County Fine Arts with whom he shares a last name, Jerry Gar- tion Iowa at midwestmusicmakers.com. The Society (DCFAS) presents the Elisha Darlin cia. A bit more wise to the ways of the world, duo are currently investigating other part- Arts Award in recognition of the contribu- Denny found his way back to Iowa in the nerships in an effort to continue to spread tions of an individual or group to the arts mid-1970s. He became involved in journal- the experience of local live and recorded and cultural landscape of the community. ism in the early ’80s, writing articles on nature music to area listeners. Past recipients include artists in a variety of and the environment, eventually becoming media, arts organizers, advocates, patrons, involved with the Mississippi River Revival For the past eight years, Denny Garcia has and those involved in the promotion of arts movement. In 1984 he traveled down the also been involved with the organization of and culture. This year, Fine Arts Society pres- Mississippi with the group (including local the Mud Lake Bluegrass Festivals, a series ents the Elisha Darlin Arts Award to Denny environmental leaders and folk musicians, of free summer concerts and educational Garcia, folk musician, storyteller, promoter, Michael and Pearl Breitbach) in a flotilla of jam sessions for fans of bluegrass music and and on-air personality of Midwest Music canoes cleaning up garbage from the great musicians from beginners to professionals. Makers. An Award Celebration to honor Gar- river when he discovered Dubuque. Being At 60 years of age, Denny Garcia continues cia is scheduled for Thursday, April 8 from a river town with like-minded people, he to be a working musician, playing coffee 6:30 pm. at The Bank Bar & Grille. fit right in. He met the Mississippi Band and shops and nightclubs, festivals, and retire- began to perform with them – a collabora- ment facilities – anywhere ordinary people Born in Mason City, Iowa in 1949, Denny tion that lasted 19 years. are in need of a song. The North American Indian, a collection of Garcia grew up in Iowa Falls along the Iowa illustrated books and photogravures from River where he first fell in love with rivers and Eleven years ago, Denny Garcia began work- An annual award presented by the Dubuque the Carnegie-Stout Public Library last year the towns that inevitably exist along their ing with friend and fellow musician Steve County Fine Arts Society, the Elisha Darlin as a way to retain the valuable cultural asset banks. As his mother ran a small music shop Hemmer on an original radio program, Arts Award honors an individual or group for the community. The group recently that sold 45 rpm records and band music, Midwest Music Makers, aired each week on that has made an outstanding contribution donated the collection to the Dubuque Denny’s allowance was one 45 rpm single 97.3 KGRR. Featuring a variety of local and to the arts. Named for the late Elisha Darlin, Museum of Art. each week. Records by Buddy Holly, the Big regional talent, Midwest Music Makers high- an educator and founding board member Bopper and Elvis fueled his early interest lighted the original music of a range of local of Fine Arts Society, past recipients of the While Fine Arts Society usually sells in music, until he heard the groundbreak- artists and touring musicians performing award include Ruth and Russ Nash, Sue Rie- advanced tickets for the Elisha Darlin Arts ing folk of Bob Dylan. Already interested in in the area, from solo singer-songwriters to del, Lenore Howard and Doug Donald, Sue Award, admission to the celebration at The poetry, speech, and acting, Dylan’s lyrical festival big bands, from bluegrass, folk, and Flogel, Bob Woodward, Gail Chavenelle, San- Bank Bar & Grille (342 Main Street) will be freedom had a deep impact on Garcia. After blues, to indie rock. dye Voight, Brian Hughes, Gene Tully, Fran taken at the door, the evening of the event. meeting Beat Poet Alan Ginsberg at a poetry and Ellen Henkels, and former Dubuque The evening will begin with a cocktail and reading at the University of Northern Iowa, A labor of love, Garcia and Hemmer crafted a City Councilwoman Ann Michalski among hors d’ oeuvre reception from 6:30 to 7:30, Garcia left college hitchhiking his way across new, original one-hour Midwest Music Mak- many others. Last year’s recipient was the followed by the awards program honoring the United States and Canada working in a ers show every single week for eleven years Dubuque Cultural Preservation Committee, Denny Garcia. The evening will conclude variety of jobs and playing folk music on the without ever rerunning or duplicating a made up of Tim Conlon, Mark Falb, Randy with an all-star jam featuring a variety of streets and in coffee shops. show! Not even once! With a recent change Lengeling, Darryl Mozena, and Jeff Mozena, area musicians, including the one and only in program format at KGRR, which resulted who together purchased Edward S. Curtis: Denny Garcia.

365ink { march 18 - march 31 } 11 { cover story }

Get Organized! by dawn konrardy of closet concepts

Spring brings thoughts of crisp, fresh air and a 5. Make organizing your home fun by lis- sense of renewal. Getting organized and doing tening to some of your favorite music. a bit of spring cleaning, helps bring that won- Play “beat the clock” or ask a friend to derful fresh feeling into your home or office. help. Get the family involved. Give everyone a task, and then do some- 1. Make a schedule comprised of one hour thing relaxing afterwards, like watch a and one task each day. You'll be amazed movie together or go for a walk. at the difference you can make in your 6. Eliminate distractions like TV and phone home by following a simple plan. calls – let the calls go to voicemail and 2. Locate the proper tools and supplies answer you calls when you take a break. and have them at your finger tips. Cre- This will allow you to stay focused and Merry Maids Cleaning Tips stick. The same trick works for TV and ate a mind set to de-clutter and remove work more efficiently. by merry maids, dubuque monitor screens. obstacles that prevent you from moving 7. Don't forget the garage – enjoy the out- Here are a handful of tricks from Merry • Odor removal – For all odors, the first freely throughout your home. Feng Shui doors while you organize your garden Maids for some of the trickier cleaning sce- thing you should do is to remove the teaches, that, if energy can easily flow tools, kids’ play equipment and store narios you might encounter in your spring cause of the odor. To remove smoke film through a room, your life will be more the winter snow shovels. Replace old cleaning. Locally-owned and operated from washable surfaces, use a solution of harmonious and happy – and clutter is and broken tools and lawn equipment. Merry Maids boasts over 25 years of experi- heavy-duty cleaner or degreaser. an obstacle to reaching this relaxed and Check the air pressure in bikes and lawn ence in helping you clean up after moving • Candle wax removal from carpet or calm state. equipment. Get this space free of clut- in or moving out, construction messes, par- upholstery – Cover the wax with one 3. Purge your wardrobe – as people change, ter and maintain organization through- ties, holidays, or other special events. They layer of brown paper bag. Warm up a so does their personal style. Spring is a out the summer to ensure safety for the even offer sustainable "Green Cleaning" by steam iron to a moderate level, place it on terrific time to purge your wardrobe of whole family. request. They’ve seen it all and have some top of the brown paper bag over the wax the things that you longer love or wear. 8. Don't forget the insides of closets, pan- sage advice to share. spot. Move the iron back and forth over Make room for new updated garments tries, cabinets, drawers and storage the wax spot. The iron should never come that express your current style. Decide areas. Give yourself that fresh spring • Grout – Old grout may need clean- in direct contact with the carpet, only the whether to donate unused items or sell feeling, both inside and out. ing with a wax stripper or heavy-duty paper bag. As the wax warms up it will those items that are in good condition. 9. Closet Concepts provides storage solu- cleaner plus a grout brush. Use a bleach- begin to absorb into the paper bag. We have many options for selling unused tions for your home and office, while ing cleanser on tough spots. • Pet Stain Removal – For fresh stains, items – internet, consignment, garage keeping your budget in mind. • Grass & Blood Stains – In addition to apply a bacteria/enzyme digester from sales or even trading items with friends. cleaning wood floors, Murphy Oil Soap a pet store, following the directions – it's 4. Store seasonal items – clean items such Get organized and feel the difference. Expe- makes a great laundry pre-spotter, espe- the only way to deal effectively with both as coats and sweaters prior to storing. rience the flow of energy through your cially on organic stains like grass or blood. the stain and the odor. Place in dust free bins or storage boxes, home. Feel refreshed and less stressed. • Mini Blinds – Wipe down mini-blinds label and store in a dry cool area (place a Call Design Consultant Dawn Konrardy at with a damp fabric softener sheet. This For more tips and tricks, visit merrymaids.com. dryer sheet in each bin for a fresh scent). 563-580-6000 for more information. eliminates the static that causes dust to

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Paper Clutter Honey, do I still need the receipt for this 8-track player? Between bills, receipts, and bank statements, papers mul- tiply faster than dirty laundry. Fortunately, there are ways to clear the paper clutter. Here are some solutions to get a handle on your paper overload and clean out the clutter.

Toss Monthly: • Your ATM and bank deposit slips, after you’ve confirmed them with your bank records • Your credit card receipts, after you’ve verified them with your monthly statement Homemade Cleaning Wipes • Receipts for minor purchases, after you’ve used the item Disposable prepackaged cleaning wipes make cleaning up (if there is no warranty) spills a breeze. They are crazy convenient, but can also be crazy expensive. So skip the middleman and make your own Toss Yearly (after you have reconciled them with cleaning wipes at home. Here's how. your year-end summary or don’t need them for tax purposes): Cut a hole in a tall square plastic food storage container, • Monthly bank and credit card statements 10-cup capacity. Purchase a roll of good quality paper tow- • Monthly or quarterly brokerage statements els. Less-expensive towels fray or shred when pulled through • Phone and utility bills the holder; thicker quilted towels have greater cleaning • Paycheck stubs strength and withstand more scrubbing. Even at $1.39 per roll, cost for homemade wipes will be less than 75 cents, not It's also smart to switch statements to electronic versions including the storage container. when you can. It's environmentally friendly, but it also helps with organization, quick access and isn't a clutter burden on Without removing the paper towel wrapper, cut the paper the storage front. And shredding you paperwork isn't a bad towel roll into two shorter rolls (try an electric knife). Save the idea either in this day and age. Maybe you can add a little second roll for a refill later. Be patient! It may take some time water and mulch with it. to cut the roll in half. Remove the wrapper, and place one short paper towel roll inside plastic food storage container. Using a liquid measuring cup, gently pour one of the follow- Green Cleaning ... ing cleaning solution recipes over the top of the paper towel That Saves You Some Green roll. You will need between 2 and 4 cups of cleaning solu- Is your house dirty but your wallet surprisingly “clean” of tion, depending on the size and absorbency of the paper cash? Here are some low cost, natural and, most likely, towel. Put the lid on and let it sit overnight. immediately accessible ways to use household items to get a sparking home, naturally: The next day gently pull the wet cardboard tube from the paper towel roll and toss it. Carefully pull the end of the • Distilled White Vinegar – use with water or alone as a gen- paper towels from the inside, where the roll was and thread eral cleaner to inhibit the growth of mold, mildew, and the end of the towels through the hole in the lid, and replace some bacteria. the lid. Pull gently on the exposed end to separate the clean- • Rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol provides the base for an ing wipe. Re-moisten with more solution as necessary as evaporating cleaner to rival commercial window and they will eventually dry out. But man, are they cheap! glass cleaning solutions. Mix a cup with a cup of water and a tablespoon of vinegar to clean mirrors, chrome fix- General Surface Cleaning Recipe: tures and for a shiny finish on hard-surface ceramic tiles. • 1 1/2 cups white vinegar • Baking Soda – use with water or liquid castile soap to • 1 1/2 cups water make a soft scrub and remove stains. Disinfectant Cleaning: • Lemons – use the juice to remove dirt and rust stains or run • 1/4 to 1/2 cup pine cleaning solution such as Pine-Sol through your garbage disposal to clean and deodorize it. brand • Liquid Castile Soap – Mix with water to remove dirt from • 2 1/2 to 2 3/4 cup water touchy surfaces like leather and marble Window and Glass Cleaning: • Mix olive oil and lemon juice 2 to 1 to make a super fur- • 1/2 cup rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol niture polisher. The olive oil brings the shine and wood • 2 1/2 cups water protection while the lemon does the cleaning and leaves • 1 tablespoon white vinegar fresh scent. I'm not even kidding.

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The DIFFerence will answer the age-old Hollywood question without the clutter of many other films. Each week 2 films that every Hollywood executive wants to know: “But, will it will be presented to the community. The audience will rank play in Dubuque?” If you win at The DIFFerence you will be each film in several categories, the winner of each week will able to say yes! And perhaps that will make the difference for go on to the next week. Starting in September the films with your film. the best rankings will go into a final round week by week competition. 2010 marks the first annual presentation of The DIFFerence. Sponsored and organized by Mindframe Theaters, Dubuque’s Independent film makers (that could be you) are encour- first and only independent cinema. The DIFFerence provides aged to be present for the film’s first week to be available to film makers the opportunity to expose their films to an every- talk with our audience and answer questions they may have day middle-American audience to measure marketability. In about the film and film making. Sounds like fun. Stay tuned to addition it provides us the opportunity to expose our audi- 365ink for details as the DIFFerence gets rolling this Summer. ence to the reality that great film does not require a 25 million dollar marketing campaign. Submission Fees & Deadlines: March 30, 2010, Early Bird Dead- line, Submission Fee: $25.00, May 30, 2010, Regular Deadline, At Mindframe Theaters we respect and admire the inde- Submission Fee: $30, June 30, 2010, Late Deadline, Submis- pendent film and film maker. The DIFFerence will provide sion Fee: $40 an opportunity for films to be showcased to a real audience

The Buzz Bears fans are obviously pissed and refuse James Cameron and Fox are in discussions comment, but offer a few hand gestures. about rereleasing “Avatar,” primarily in 3D theaters, in late summer with additional Clint Eastwood is eyeing a J. Edgar Hoover deleted scenes. One scene has to do with biopic. No word yet on who will play the Jake Sully’s avatar proving himself to the short, paranoid, power-hungry cross- Na’vi people; the other involves a native dressing oddball that forever changed Law festival during which tribe member Tsu’tey Enforcement. Hopefully someone who can gets drunk. They believe that the 3-D Alice walk well in pumps. Coming Soon … 3-D! in Wonderland bumped Avatar from limited It looks like much of the future of blockbuster movies making is going 3-D and so 3-D theater space too fast and there’s still Warner Bros has picked up a treatment are we. Mindframe Theaters will soon be featuring your favorite summer movies money on the table to be made. called LEONARDO DA VINCI AND THE SOL- in the format the leaps from the screen. One more way that Dubuque first and DIERS OF FOREVER from producer Adrian only independent theater is evolving to bring you the amenities you asked for. Robert DeNiro is set to play Vince Lombardi, Askarieh (HITMAN). The project re-imag- perhaps the most legendary and beloved ines Da Vinci as a member of a secret soci- coach in NFL history. Apparently the film ety who falls headlong into a supernatural will cover the period in which Vince built adventure that pits the man against Biblical the GREEN BAY PACKERS into legends. demons in a story involving secret codes, Expect this to hit theaters sometime in the lost civilizations, hidden fortresses and Now Showing: March 19-25 midst of the playoffs in 2012. So Packer fans, fallen angels. Think “National Treasure” and (New) Diary Of A Wimpy Kid { pg } 1:00, 4:00, 6:55, 9:25 you’re finally getting immortalized on Film. “Raiders of the Lost Ark” by way of “Clash of (New) Bounty Hunter { pg 13 } 12:00, 2:20, 4:40, 7:15, 9:35 the Titans.” (New) Brooklyn’s Finest { r } 12:20, 7:10 (New) The Crazies { r } 3:00, 5:05, 9:50 She’s Out Of My League { r } 12:15, 2:30, 4:45, 7:30, 9:45 Mindframe Theaters The Young Victoria { pg } 11:55, 2:05, 6:50 555 JFK Rd • 563-582-4971 • MindframeTheaters.com Shutter Island { r } 12:45, 3:45, 6:45, 9:30 Kerasotes Star 14 MindframeTheaters.com Valentine’s Day { pg 13 } 4:20, 9:00 2835 NW Arterial • 563-582-7827 • Kerasotes.com Hotline: 563-582-4971 Millennium Cinema 555 John F Kennedy Rd Coming Soon: 151 Millennium Dr • Platteville, WI • 608-348-4296 • PlattevilleMovies.com Behind Kennedy Mall White Ribbon, A Prophet, How To Train Your Dragon Avalon Cinema 95 E Main St • Platteville, WI • 608-348-5006 • PlattevilleMovies.com

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Joe Jack Talcum with Samuel Locke Ward & The Boohoos Easy Street April 4 @ 5 pm. by aaron hefel with mike ironside

Counterproductions hosts a very special show Sunday, April 4, at least to fans of ‘80s punk and underground music. Joe Jack Tal- cum, probably best known as a co-founder of the Dead Milkmen, will perform a solo show at Easy Street on Rhomberg with spe- cial guest Sam Locke Ward & The Boohoos. period, with some of those early songs even- The show is scheduled to start at 5 pm. tually ending up on Big Lizard in My Backyard. Bucking trends almost immediately, The Dead Co-founder of the Dead Milkmen in his bed- Milkmen rarely used distortion, a favored effect room in Philadelphia in 1983, Joe Jack Talcum amongst the hardcore scene in which they played guitar and shared both songwriting were contemporaries. By the end of the second and vocal duties in the band. The group tour, a natural maturation of song structure, lyr- released their first record, Big Lizard in My ics and instrumentation took effect. Backyard in 1985, which featured “Bitchin’ Camaro,” one of the Dead Milkmen’s biggest After the quiet dissolution of The Dead Milkmen hits, probably only surpassed by 1988’s “Punk in 1994, Talcum began playing in other bands Rock Girl,” which saw regular rotation on such as The Low Budgets and The Town Man- MTV. The Dead Milkmen broke up in 1995 but agers. Talcum began playing out solo in 2004, reunited briefly in 2004 and again in 2008. though he hadn’t ever considered it before.

In the meantime, Joe Jack Talcum has been Dead Milkmen reunion shows at festivals busy as a recording and touring artist, both solo like Riot Fest in Chicago and Fun Fun Fun and in a number of bands, most recently The Fest in Austin have generated a tremendous Low Budgets and The Cheesies. Counterpro- response. Even the first shows, which Tal- ductions main man Aaron Hefel recently called cum described as “a little rusty but still fun” up Mr. Talcum to ask him a few questions. were greeted with anticipation. Young fans and their older brethren came out in droves Curious about the roots of The Dead Milkmen, to pogo and sing along to the hits. Hefel asked about the bands and underground music scene in Philly that inspired the band. When asked what was wrong with punk rock, Talcum talked about hardcore shows at places Talcum replied “Nothing.” He mentioned there like the East Side Club and The Hot Club, see- is less substance in punk, but also noted the ing local bands like F.O.D. and Sadistic Exploits. subjectivity of such a general statement. Touring acts including The Psychedelic Furs, Black Flag, and The Damned also came On the subject of music appreciation, Talcum through, but it was the immediacy of local acts says “Albums should have two or three really that made the biggest impression. “I remem- catchy pop tunes and then other songs that ber a show at an Elks Lodge with local bands are harder to digest. It’s nice going back to playing,” Talcum recalls. “The show changed your favorites from your teens and listening my friends and my life.” with new ears.” A few of Talcum’s early favorites include The Buzzcocks, The Minutemen, Bob Part of the underground culture of the period, Dylan, and David Bowie. On the topic of new fanzines were very prevalent. Talcum recalls hopes, he mentions enjoying The Marked Men, The Terminal as one. Philadelphia would also The Caesars, The Soviettes, and Pinback. produce local band comps and had a radio sta- tion devoted to local music. “This tour will be unique, as in I will have a back- ing band with me, not just an acoustic guitar,” As early as 1982, even before The Dead Milkmen he notes of the upcoming April tour. Talcum formed, Talcum, vocalist and keyboard player will be playing songs from The Dead Milkmen Rodney Anonymous, and eventually drummer catalog plus songs from his Butterfly Joe proj- Dean Clean were writing and recording guitar- ect. Iowa City songwriter Samuel Locke-Ward based songs on boom boxes. Their unusual and his band The Boohoos will be backing up style of recasting other genres in a stripped Talcum for the dates, though as Talcum’s back- down punk style developed quickly during that ing band they will be known as The Powders.

365ink { march 18 - march 31 } 15 { nightlife }

LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT VENUE FINDER

180 Main Restaurant & Pub 180 Main • 563-584-1702 • 180main.com Ace’s Place 107 Main St W • Epworth, IA • 563-876-9068 Anton’s Saloon New Diggings, WI • 608-965-4881 The Bank 372 Main • 563-584-1729 • bankdbq.com Thursday, March 18 Budde’s Tony Leonard Daniel and The Lion Ian Gould Diplomats of Solid Sound Boys Night Out 10638 Key West Drive • Key West, IA • 563-582-0069 Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm 180 Main, 9 pm Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm 180 Main, 10:30 pm The Pit Stop, 9 pm Bulldog Billiards 1850 Central • 563-588-0116 Feast of Mutton Ethan Keller Elf Lettuce, Grasshoppers Sunday, March 28 The Impulse Band Cornerstone Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm The Bank, 9 pm 180 Main, 8 pm Cosmo Billy Band Noonan’s North, 9 pm 125 N. Main • Galena • 815-776-0700 New Diggings General Store, 3:30 Courtside Open Mic with Texas Jeff Hard Salami Nate Jenkins, Michael Miller pm Mr. Obvious 2095 Holliday Dr • 563-583-0574 The Bank, 9 pm Lux Club, 9 pm Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Wheel Inn, 9 pm A Pirate Over 50 Dagwood’s 231 First Ave. W • Cascade, IA • 563-852-3378 Johnny Rockers Six Foot Twelve Massey Road Dog House Lounge, 4 pm Jabberbox The Cornerstone, 9 pm (Laura McDonald) Dubuque Driving Range, 8 pm Hammerhead’s, 9:15 pm Denny’s Lux Club Northside, 9 pm Johnny Rockers 3050 Asbury Rd • 563-557-0880 Friday, March 19 Denny Garcia Sandy Hook Tavern, 8 pm Apple Dumplin’s Diamond Jo Casino Chuck Bregman Renegade The Cornerstone, 8 pm Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 pm Port of Dubuque • 563-690-2100 • diamondjo.com Mystique, 6 pm Eichman’s Granada Tap, 9 pm Monday, March 29 Dino’s Backside (The Other Side) Boys Night Out Stress Ape, Mantaur Sunday, April 4 68 Sinsinawa • East Dubuque • 815-747-9049 Laura and the Long Hairs Stranded in Iowa Red N Deb’s, 8 pm Easy Street, 5 pm Joe Jack Talcum, Dirty Ernie’s Spirits Bar & Grill, 6 pm Jumpers, 9 pm Sam Locke Ward 201 1st St NE • Farley, IA • 563-744-4653 Shaun Cavanaugh Tuesday, March 30 Easy Street, 5 pm Dog House Lounge Tony Leonard Fizgig Mystique Encore, 9 pm ‘Round Midnight 1646 Asbury • 563-556-7611 Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm Budde’s, 9 pm 180 Main, 8 pm Monday, April 5 Apple Dumplin’s Arborea Doolittle’s Cuba City Peter Balestrieri Apple Dumplin’s Tip It Up, 9 pm Wednesday, March 31 Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm 112 S Main • Cuba City, WI • 608-744-2404 Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm New Diggings General Store, 9 pm Open Mic with Bob & Ben Doolittle’s Lancaster Six Foot Twelve Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Tuesday, April 6 135 S Jefferson St • Lancaster, WI • 608-723-7676 Massey Road Betty and The Headlights (Laura McDonald) ‘Round Midnight Dubuque Driving Range (Highway 52) Grand Tap, 8 pm Wheel Inn, 9 pm Wheel Inn, 9 pm Thursday, April 1 180 Main, 8 pm John Deere Road • 563-556-5420 Maureen Kilgore Eagles Club The Misfits Tantrym The Stumble Brothers Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Wednesday, April 7 1175 Century Drive • 563-582-6498 Mystique Encore, 8 pm Doolittle’s, 9 pm Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 pm Open Mic with Bob & Ben Eichman’s Grenada Tap Open Mic with Texas Jeff Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm 11941 Route 52 N • 563-552-2494 Ken Wheaton Johnny Trash Saturday, March 27 The Bank, 9 pm The Cornerstone, 8:30 pm Hammerhead’s, 9:15 pm Chuck Bregman Thursday, April 8 Five Flags Civic Center 405 Main • 563-589-4254 • Tix: 563-557-8497 Mystique, 6 pm Friday, April 2 Maureen Kilgore Shame Train Six Kill Pat Guinee Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Gin Rickeys 180 Main, 9 pm Mooney Hollow Barn, 9 pm John Moran Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm 1447 Central • 563-583-0063 • myspace.com/ginrickeys Stone Cliff Wine Bar, 6:30 pm Open Mic with Texas Jeff Gobbie’s Nothin but Dylan Sunday, March 21 Half-Fast The Bank, 9 pm 219 N Main St • Galena, IL • 815-777-0243 Grape Escape, 9 pm Denny Garcia Rosalie Morgan The Yardarm, 8 pm Grand Harbor Resort New Diggings General Store, 3:30 pm Taiko, 7 pm Friday, April 9 350 Bell • 563-690-4000 • grandharborresort.com The Midnight Ramble Buzz Berries Bryan Popp & Corey Jenny Grape Escape Potter’s Mill, 9 pm A Pirate Over 50 Ian Gould The Yardarm, 8 pm Spirits Bar & Grill, 6 pm 233 S Main • Galena, IL • 815-776-WINE • Dog House Lounge, 4 pm Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm grapeescapegalena.com Taste Like Chicken Rosalie Morgan Gareth Woods The Hub Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 pm Apple Dumplin’s End of Winter Jam Grape Escape, 9 pm Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm 253 Main • 563-556-5782 • myspace.com/thehubdbq Wheel Inn, 5 pm Featuring Johnny Trash, Saturday, March 20 Menace, and Half-Fast Lonely Goats The Breitbachs Broken Irish Cottage 9853 US Hwy 20 • Galena, IL • 815-776-0707 • Chuck Bregman Diamond Jo, 8 pm Dirty Ernie’s, 9 pm Rubber Band Tuesday, March 23 theirishcottageboutiquehotel.com Mystique, 6 pm ‘Round Midnight The Bank, 8 pm 180 Main, 8 pm Dean Wellman Taste Falling Within Jumpers Bar & Grill 2600 Dodge • 563-556-6100 • myspace.com/jumpersdbq Blue Willow Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 pm Enemies of Confusion Stone Cliff Wine Bar, 7 pm Wednesday, March 24 180 Main, 9 pm Knicker’s Saloon Open Mic with Bob & Ben Roy Schroedl Saturday, April 3 2186 Central Ave • 563-583-5044 Rosalie Morgan Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm The Cornerstone, 8 pm Okham’s Razor Apple Dumplin’s M-Studios Taiko, 7 pm Stone Cliff Wine Bar, 6:30 pm Potter’s Mill, 9 pm 223 Diagonal St • Galena, IL • 815-777-6463 • m-studios.org Thursday, March 25 Shaun Cavanaugh Mississippi Moon Bar Tony Leonard Maureen Kilgore Mystique Encore, 9 pm Pat Guinee The Stumble Brothers Port of Dubuque • 563-690-2100 • diamondjo.com Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm Dirty Ernie’s, 9 pm Monk’s Coffee Shop Daphne Willis with 373 Bluff St • 563-585-0919 Angie Pierce Jennings Trad Routes Megan McCormick Renegade Saturday, April 10 Mooney Hollow Barn Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm 180 Main, 9 pm The Bank, 9 pm Dubuque Driving Range, 8 pm Gareth Woods 12471 Highway 52 S. Green Island, IA • 563-580-9494 Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub, 7:30 pm Kevin Beck and Johnny Open Mic with Texas Jeff Massey Road BlackBloom, Alma Sub Rosa Murph’s South End 55 Locust St • 563-556-9896 Walker The Bank, 9 pm The Hub, 9 pm The Bank, 9 pm Everyday Jones Spirits Bar & Grill, 8 pm Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 8 pm Mystique Casino Neck & Neck Half Fast Buzz Berries 1855 Greyhound Park Rd • 563-582-3647 • mystiquedbq.com The Misfits The Cornerstone, 9 pm Denny’s Lux Club, 9 pm Bulldogs, 9 pm Everyday Jones New Diggings Mystique Encore, 8 pm 180 Main, 9 pm 2944 County Rd W • New Diggings, WI • 608-965-3231 • Friday, March 26 Reddoor Hard Salami newdiggs.com The Impulse Band Chuck Bregman Jumpers, 9 pm Jumpers, 9 pm Mad Trucker Gone Mad Noonan’s North Eagles Club, 8 pm Mystique, 6 pm The Bank, 9 pm 917 Main St • Holy Cross, IA • 563-870-2235 BlackBloom Massey Road Northside Bar Broken Rubber Band Blue Willow Budde’s, 9 pm Dog House Lounge, 9 pm Left of Center 2776 Jackson • 563-583-3039 The Cornerstone, 8 pm Potter’s Mill, 7:30 pm Courtside, 9 pm Perfect Pint /Steve’s Pizza Six Nights Alone Taste Like Chicken 15 E Main St • Platteville, WI • 608-348-3136 Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 pm Lux Club, 9 pm Pit Stop 17522 S John Deere Rd • 563-582-0221 Sandy Hook Tavern 3868 Badger Rd • Hazel Green, WI • 608-748-4728 Star Restaurant and Ultra Lounge (2nd Floor) 600 Star Brewery Dr • Port of Dubuque • 563-556-4800 • dbqstar.com Stone Cliff Winery 600 Star Brewery Dr • Port of Dubuque • 563-583-6100 • stonecliffwinery.com Thums Up Pub & Grill 3670 County Road HHH • Kieler, WI • 608-568-3118 The Yardarm Dubuque Marina • Near Hawthorne • 563-582-3653

If you feature live entertainment and would like to be included in our Venue Finder, please drop us a line... [email protected] or 563-588-4365. Pop 365 Quiz 1. Valentines, Christmas, Halloween & Easter. Where does Easter rank in candy sales? A. 1st B. 2nd C. 3rd D. 4th 2. If all the Easter jellybeans were lined end to end, they would circle the globe how many times? A. 2 times B. 3 times C. 5 times D. 8 times 3. Which of these treat was originally associated with Easter? A. Popcorn B. Licorice wordcure C. Kolache D. Pretzels March 23 @ 7 pm 4. The traditional act of painting eggs is called? Monk’s Kaffee Pub A. fabergé B. eggligraphy C. Pysanka D. Ukiyo-e Monk’s Kaffee Pub on Bluff Street hosts “wordcure,” the sec- 5. The date of Passover is variable as it is depen- ond in a monthly series of sessions by spoken word artists, dent on what factor? sometimes featuring musical accompaniment. The March A. Must be on a Sunday session in the series is scheduled for Tuesday, March 23, at B. The Pope's decision 7 p.m. This month’s session will feature readings by William C. The last frost Jablonsky and Coral Smart with Ben Eagle. D. Phases of the moon 6. The Council of Nicaea named Easter as a holiday in Originally from Rock Falls, Illinois, William Jablonsky now lives A. 10 AD B. 325 AD in Iowa and teaches fiction writing at Loras College. A gradu- C. 933 AD D. 1921 AD ate of Bowling Green State University’s creative writing pro- 7. The name Easter is actually derived from gram, Jablonsky has had two books published and has had A. A goddess' name stories appear in a variety of literary journals. His first book, B. The Roman word for birth The Indestructible Man, a collection of short fiction was was C. An Egyptian gathering place published by Livingston Press in 2005, and his second, The D. going even more east Clockwork Man, a novel in the steampunk style is due out 8. What percent of chocolate bunny eaters start in September from Medallion Press. Jablonsky’s work has Dubuque native Ben Eagle is a musician, writer, and philoso- at the ears? also been published in the Beloit Fiction Journal, the Florida pher. When not giving music lessons or working at the Carne- A. 50% B. 60% Review, the Southern Humanities Review, and Phoebe. gie-Stout Public Library, Eagle exercises his creativity crafting C. 75% D. 90% original music and free-form poetry. Eagle earned a BA in phi- 9. How many days does the Easter season last? Fiction writer Coral Smart grew up on Lake Ontario in central losophy from Clarke College and lives with his girlfriend, artist A. 21 days B. 40 days New York, moving to the Midwest to receive her MFA from Elizabeth Roberts, on the bluff overlooking Dubuque. C. 50 days D. 60 days Bowling Green State University. Smart has been published 10. What Jewish holiday always fall at just about in both regional and national literary magazines, includ- The reading is free and open to the public. All ages are wel- the same time as Easter? ing Eureka Literary Magazine, Denver Quarterly, Hayden’s come and encouraged to attend. Future wordcure sessions A. Rosh Hashanah B. Passover Ferry Review, Beloit Fiction Journal and The MacGuffin, and are scheduled for the fourth Tuesday of every month. Upcom- C. Purim D. Fast of Esthe soon, Quarter After Eight. She was also featured in last year’s ing artists in the series includes Spoken word by casethejoint Dubuque Area Writers Guild anthology Music & Dance. Fol- and David Stone, with a trumpet solo by Jim Sherry on Tues- Answers on Page 30 lowing a seven-year stint working for the Milwaukee Sym- day, April 27; and a reading by poet Tyler Farrell on Tuesday, phony Orchestra, Smart now lives and teaches in Dubuque. May 25. Monk’s Kaffee Pub is located at 373 Bluff Street.

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spring home maintenance bathroom exhaust fan,” he notes, “and if you don’t have one continued from page 7 of those, get one. And what you need to do is vent it to the outside. You don’t want to vent it into your attic, because the use of any harsh chemicals that could leave a residue that moisture will come out of your bathroom into your that might be picked up by kids or pets. Though it’s impor- attic and you’ll get mold in your attic sheeting and what- tant to be careful not to introduce too much moisture on not. I’ve seen quite a few (situations) where they go to sell wood, some steam-cleaning units offer enough control to their house and an inspector goes up there and says, ‘Geez, work well on wood floors. you’ve got mold all over your sheeting.’ It’s a deal breaker when you go to sell your house. We can clean that up. It can In addition to regular vacuuming, Kann recommends car- be cleaned and sealed. We’ve done many, many attics, so it pets be professionally steam cleaned regularly. “You should can be taken care of. But you want to make sure, if you do get it professionally cleaned every one to two years and have a bathroom vent, that it’s vented to the outside. And that’s what most (carpet) warranties recommend,” he states. make sure that fan is working.” Meaning you might have to A professional cleaner can also apply a carpet protector solu- pull out the vacuum to suck out any dust, lint, or hair out tion, protecting your carpet from possible future staining. of the bathroom exhaust fan so that it can do the job it is designed to do. Interestingly, in the debate around wood floors versus car- pet in regards to allergies, Kann explains that there is some Kitchens reversal in the thought that wood floors are better than In the kitchen, Kann suggests an overall, top to bottom carpets. Unless wood floors are cleaned regularly, dust, hair, cleaning, including dusting, wiping down surfaces, and and pet dander can easily be sucked into furnace air return cleaning that old stuff out of the refrigerator. He also rec- vents and then reintroduced into the air. Carpets on the ommends vacuuming off the coils on the refrigerator, either other hand act almost like a filter, trapping dust and parti- underneath or in back of the unit. “You definitely want to cles until they can be vacuumed out. Again, a good vacuum keep those (coils) nice and clean, because that’s hard on with a HEPA filter can be an effective tool in keeping ahead your compressor when they’re loaded up with dust,” he of potential allergens. points out. “They heat up.” Dusty coils are less efficient as well, driving up your electrical costs. Kitchen floors, whether For wood floors, Kann suggests the now classic “Swiffer” or wood or ceramic tile should also get a good cleaning. other cleaning cloths to get up dust, or a floor cleaning solu- tion. His favorite is one sold by local company Higley Chemi- Air Duct Cleaning cal and is available for purchase at Higley’s downtown store. A service offered by Kanndo, as well as many area heating and In any case, whether your floors are wood or carpet regular cooling companies, is air duct cleaning of forced air furnace cleaning is not only going to extend the life of the floor, but and central air-conditioning systems. Kann recommends air ultimately be healthier for you and your family. ducts be cleaned at least once every five years of so. As part of their spring cleaning, homeowners can open the vent grates Bathrooms and vacuum as far down air ducts as they can reach, but a While regular cleaning of sinks, tubs, showers, and toilets professional cleaning can reach all the way down the ducts to are a part of most people’s regular cleaning routine, Kann points out a bathroom fixture of great importance that some might overlook. “A lot of people might not have a continued on page 22

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Jack’s Chicken Palace 1107 University Ave • Dubuque, IA • 563-588-2003

HOURS: Tues-Sat 10:00a-8:45p, Sun: 10:00a-7:45p, Mon: Closed RECOMMENDATIONS: Onion rings, chicken dinners and cube steak sandwich PRICE: Dinners: $4.99 to $8.10, Sandwiches: $2.40 to $3.65 PAYMENT OPTIONS: Cash, Check TAKE OUT: Only

and they are packaged in containers that Of course chicken is the staple. More than double as plates. You get satisfying meals 1,500 pounds go out the door every week! and no dirty dishes! More white chicken is ordered than dark and the most popular pieces are breasts and This chicken takeout place is very well known legs. Go figure! Chicken is hand battered and to lifelong Dubuquers. It originally opened cooked to order. If you call ahead it will be more than a half century ago as Feeney’s hot and ready to go. When you go in unan- Chicken Palace. After a few years Jack Terry nounced you will have to wait 15 minutes. took it over and renamed it Jack’s Chicken Palace. He perfected his frying techniques A dinner includes a breast, leg, thigh, wing, over the next 18 years and then turned it french fries, cabbage salad and a warm, but- by rich belmont over to his son‑in‑law, Nick, who ran it for tered dinner roll. You can order all white another 25 years or so. dinners consisting of two breasts and two OK. Today you had a really busy day at work. wings and substitute potato, macaroni or This afternoon you have to take the kids to Jack’s Chicken is a Dubuque landmark. It is bean salad. These are all really good and practice. Tonight you are going to a meeting still in its original location and you can easily made fresh daily. or perhaps visiting friends. So what are you find it because there is a rather large white going to do for dinner? Well, why not stop chicken on a pole outside the front door. For large families or parties, buy the chicken on the way home at Jack’s Chicken Palace? by the box. The menu has prices for 8 to 36 The dinners are delicious, fast, inexpensive, Jeff Field, the current owner, worked at pieces. However, you can order any quantity Jack’s all during high school and thereafter. up to 1,000 to go! He grew up in the business and Nick taught him how to cook chicken and make sand- You cannot forget to have some onion wiches so well he now cooks in his sleep! rings! They are the thin, stringy kind and Just kidding! are handmade every day. They are so good Dubuquers who have moved away must His wife, Linda, owns and operates Univer- come back for their chicken and onion ring sity Cut N Style in the same building. They fix. Several have even asked for uncooked have worked side by side on University Hill onion rings to travel home with them. for more than 20 years. Of course, there are many other tasty items Jeff knew there were many loyal customers on the menu. Fish dinners are very popular who kept coming back for chicken and fish during the Lenten Season. There are ham- dinners, hamburgers and onion rings. Some of burgers, chicken, pork fritter and cube steak them brought their children who then intro- sandwiches. The newest item is the quarter duced their children to the delights of Jack’s. pound brat patty.

So when Jeff took over he made sure he The next time you need lunch or dinner in didn’t change a thing. He just continued a hurry, remember Jack’s Chicken Palace. frying chicken, making sandwiches and Your family and friends will think you stayed preparing salads the same way they were home all day cooking for the King and always done. By cooking to order and using Queen… at the Palace! his hands instead of machines.

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Proudly Accessible Dubuque: Raising Awareness of Disabilities Through Action by ian livingston-caneiro

In 2008, Dubuque was named the “most older structures. Construction on the Grand livable small city in the nation,” by the U.S. Opera House on Eighth St. was completed Conference of Mayors. “Our close knit com- in 1890, long before elevators and electric munity is constantly growing and chang- wheelchairs. Today the Grand’s main floor ing around us, and we all hope that these is fully accessible, including ADA-compliant changes make our ‘small city’ a cleaner, restrooms on the main floor and spaces for safer, more enjoyable place to live. That’s wheelchairs in the theater. where PAD comes in,” said Katrina Wilberd- ing, executive director of Proudly Accessible The Grand Opera House has additional plans Dubuque, a local organization dedicated to renovate the remaining levels, including to making Dubuque more user-friendly for the basement’s wheelchair accessible rest- people with disabilities. “By public aware- rooms, now only reachable by stairs. In this ness and action, we’re working to make our “fourth phase” of renovation and restoration city more livable for everyone.” (begun in 2000), a glass-enclosed elevator will take patrons from top to bottom. “After Proudly Accessible Dubuque has already the elevator is in place, it will allow full access made dramatic and noticeable changes to our lower level handicap-accessible bath- throughout town. Over 100 local busi- rooms, completing accessibility for the rest of nesses have completed the survey on the building,” said Jan Hemmer, a member of the Proudly Accessible Dubuque website the Dubuque Arts Council board of directors. (proudlyaccessibledubuque.com) and are “The elevator and handicap-accessible bath- fully certified, which means they meet the rooms are good for everyone. The theatre is needs of anyone who wishes to walk – or able to accommodate more people, who are, wheel – their way inside. in turn, being better served by the Grand.”

The survey might indicate problem areas Proudly Accessible Dubuque strives for for some local businesses. These can usually improvements in accessibility from local be fixed with “readily achievable” improve- businesses and public places, but under- ments, such as installation of parking lot stands the financial complexities that signs or door hardware. “The changes that sometimes accompany the large-scale ren- most non-accessible businesses need to ovations needed to accommodate people make to become accessible are small,” noted with disabilities. Providing a fully-accessible Wilberding. “Replacing doorknobs that facility is often more cost-friendly than prove challenging for persons with limited anticipated, however. “The pros of accessi- mobility, adding signs that point to acces- bility outweigh the cons,” emphasized Wil- sible entrances when the front entrance is berding. “For example, there are advertising non-accessible, or even moving temporary opportunities in collaboration with Proudly displays out of the aisles often are all that are Accessible Dubuque; an increased customer needed to qualify a building as accessible.” base (approximately half of all non-disabled adults have a close family member or friend “To qualify as accessible all we had to do who is disabled); and tax credits of up to was buy a larger mirror that hung lower and $5,000 and deductions up to $15,000 for install a new doorknob, which our landlord businesses that take steps to make their paid for,” said L May’s owner Lea Droessler. establishment accessible.” “The most rewarding part of these changes for me is the knowledge that anyone can With new businesses being added to the be a patron at L May and have an enjoyable community all the time, Proudly Accessible experience. We often have out-of-town visi- Dubuque is doing its part in making Dubuque tors call to confirm that we are still in com- a “most livable small city.” By encouraging pliance with Proudly Accessible Dubuque’s establishments and services to be easier to standards before they stop by.” navigate for everyone, this may be the most accessible small city of them all. All it takes Although many problems that challenge is a little bit of action and thought to make accessibility are easily remedied, some Dubuque a prizewinning city for everyone. barriers —such as stairs or non-accessible bathrooms—are often costly, especially in

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spring home maintenance sure that spring rains will be running away continued from page 19 from the house and not toward the foun- dation where they can seep in, contributing remove even more dust and debris that can to wet areas or overall damp basements. Of end up affecting your home’s air quality. course all those issues one might find on an exterior inspection – painting, caulking, Exterior landscaping, etc. – will give you plenty to Having hypothetically finished with our add to your to-do list of spring and summer indoor inspection and chores, Kann suggests repair projects. we head outdoors. “Let’s walk outside. It’s a good time to walk around the outside after If it turns out you find cleaning or mainte- winter,” he explains. “Look for loose siding. If nance jobs that are bigger than you can you have a brick house, look for loose mor- handle, Kanndo is a local resource that can tar joints. If you have a painted house, look help. Inside or out, Kanndo can provide a for paint chipping. Check your windows for range of services to help out homeowners, caulking that has come apart and just kind of from offering helpful do-it-yourself advice deteriorated over the winter. Make sure your to handling the job for you. If your spring downspouts are connected and flowing cleaning leaves you with a truckload of stuff away from your house. Get the ladder out. If you don’t know what to do with, Kanndo you can’t climb a ladder, call us. Check your can haul it away for you. For jobs beyond gutters, because sometimes, maybe before their areas of experience (and that doesn’t the winter you didn’t get the leaves and stuff seem like much!) Kanndo has worked with a out and they froze in there and they’re still in range of area professionals so they can pro- there. It’s just a good time to double-check vide a reference for just about any product, around the perimeter of the house. Make service, or contractor a homeowner might sure the gutters are flowing freely, because if need. Now, dig out those cleaning supplies we get a good rain and it starts spilling over and get busy! the top, it goes down along the foundation and here comes that water.” For more information on Kanndo’s range of services, stop in their shop at 950 Main He adds that it’s a good time to look for Street in Dubuque, or visit their web site at sinkholes or other landscaping issues kanndoinc.com. around the foundation of the house to be

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Crime and Safety: 10 Crime Myths by mayor roy d. buol

In this second installment Myth No. 8: Landlords can’t evict problem of a three-part series, we Section 8 tenants because they have special will address 5 more of 10 protections under the law common myths many citizens have about the Section 8 Program (see our previous Fact: Iowa Landlord-Tenant Law applies issue for the first 5). In the last installment, we equally to all tenancies, whether in Sec- will look at a variety of solutions to the chal- tion 8 units or any other rental. Landlords lenges of crime prevention and response. have full authority under the law to require responsible behavior and to seek legal rem- Just over 1000 households in Dubuque edy against Section 8 tenants. In addition, receive federal (HUD) assistance to help the Housing Department can assist own- with their rent. This is known as the Section ers with enforcement, as our participants 8 Program, and it’s been operating in the are required by program regulations to One way of looking at this is considering it a stay for all households on the program, city since 1976. We receive about $4 million maintain standards of conduct. If a Section form of ‘economic development.’ The HUD is just over four years. This suggests that annually, paid to area landlords, on behalf of 8 household is abusing the property or dis- funds we receive are reinvested in Dubuque most participants are using the assistance families who qualify according to income. turbing neighbors, we can move quickly to – a return on the federal taxes we’ve sent to as intended: at a time of transition or crisis, require compliance or terminate assistance. Washington. families need help with their rent, staying Myth No.6: After a year, Section 8 tenants So in this sense, program landlords actually on the program until they can get their lives just move back to their home city and take have more leverage to compel good behav- So why does the city have a Section 8 Pro- back together. Then they move on. The city our housing vouchers with them ior than in non-assisted housing. gram? I mentioned that about 40% of the and the federal government promote this families currently receiving our rent pay- program because we recognize that our Fact: Some families do request to move after Myth No. 9: Dubuque is getting more hous- ments are either elderly or disabled. Few most disadvantaged citizens sometimes a year. In fiscal year 2008, 71 applied for assis- ing vouchers in order to pay for more units could argue that these persons don’t need need our help. Our goal is to deliver that tance at other housing authorities. However, for all the new families moving here from the assistance. But while their tenure on the assistance to all those who need it and who Dubuque’s housing vouchers remain here. bigger cities program is generally long-term and there is respect the rules that govern it. When these families do move, that means no term limit for participation, the average they have relocated within the jurisdiction Fact: We had just over 1000 vouchers in 1995; of another housing agency. We can then that number remains the same today. HUD re-issue that housing voucher to the next hasn’t provided funding for new vouchers applicant on our waiting list. since that time.

Myth No. 7: Section 8 housing is the worst Myth No. 10: Our local tax dollars are being maintained in the city wasted to pay for Section 8 housing

Fact: The City has about 7600 rental units. Fact: Since 1976, 100% of the costs of the About 13% (1000) are occupied by Section program have been paid with the HUD 8 tenants. All rental housing in Dubuque is (federal) funds; no local tax dollars were inspected according to our Housing Code. used. Beginning in 2010, the program will All units are held to the same standard. Sec- be down-sized, gradually, to a target num- tion 8 housing is actually inspected more ber of 900 vouchers. It is estimated that this often than other rental units. This is because number will be reached by the end of the the federal rules require inspection of every calendar year. Section 8 unit, every year. In addition, each time a new tenant moves in, the Section With this reduction in the number of hous- 8 unit must be inspected again. The city’s ing vouchers, we will receive a correspond- other 6600 apartments are inspected only ing decrease in federal funds. Beginning in once every 5-7 years. Fiscal Year 2011, it is estimated that approxi- mately $100,000 in City funds will be needed In addition, our inspectors usually can get to maintain the administration of the pro- Section 8 landlords to respond to code viola- gram. As well, the housing assistance pay- tion notices more quickly, because if repairs ments sent to the 370 area landlords who are not made, our housing payments to the participate in the program will be reduced owners are suspended. HUD requires us to by about $900,000 annually. The $3.2 mil- have all units on the program in compliance lion they will continue to receive is used to with the Housing Code. With that ‘leverage,’ pay mortgages to local lenders and for local we get quicker results. property taxes.

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Dr. Skrap’s completely useless HOROSCOPES

Dear Trixie: lesson and you get to be her teacher. Simply Aries 3/21-4/19 Virgo 8/23-9/22 I am dating a real classy broad. She likes to place a call to Betsey’s mother and gently An extra long Easter church services sets The snow melted off about five minutes ago. go to foreign restaurants that have wine say, “I wonder if you could discreetly inquire your mind wandering. They make marsh- You know what that means. Golfin’ weather! lists and serve it by the bottle. She wants if Betsey received my little gift. You see I mallow peeps that look like eggs, and to go to this new French place, “La Maird”, haven’t heard how she liked it and I fear it chicks, and bunnies. What abut a Jesus Libra 9/23-10/22 and I am nervous about it. She’s better may have been lost in transit. You know Pees. But then you think people would Yes, he told you once before that he thought educated than I am and I don’t want to how the postal service can be and I’d bet- have an issue with biting the head off. Then your big belly was beautiful and you had a embarrass myself trying to pronounce ter put a trace immediately in order to file a again, it brings a whole new twist to “This wonderful glow about you. But last time you some weird French word. What should I do? claim.” This little speech is designed to drive is my body…” Perhaps they should make were this big you were pregnant. It’s different. —Micky Joe Loeffelhoz Betsey’s mother crazy. By contacting her you unleavened communion Peeps. Would the are subtly telling her that she is the direct disciples of Jesus be considered his peeps? Scorpio 10/23-11/21 Dear Micky: reason for Betsey’s lack of manners. You can Yes, she told you once before that she be sure that Betsey will be hearing about Taurus 4/20-5/20 thought your big belly was cute and you Just point to the most expensive item on the this quite rapidly. Young people today just The only thing better than having an had a healthy glow about you. But last time wine list and order four. Then drink them. don’t have the same consideration that we automatic garage door opener on an cold you were employed. It’s different. have and it is our duty to help them become morning is remember to wait until the car is Dear Trixie: the best adults possible. And although the fully out the door before clicking the button Sagittarius 11/22-12/21 I attended a wedding three months ago thank you letter will probably be written by again to shut the door. No one who ever comes home and declares for the daughter of an old friend. I’ll call the Betsey’s angry mother your satisfaction will that they just saved a ton of money at the daughter “Betsey”. I sent a very expensive come from knowing that you have taught Gemini 5/21-6/21 store actually comes home with more place setting and still have not received a young bride a significant lesson – and Tattooing your new girlfriend’s name on money than they left, so you can cut that a note of thanks. I suspected Betsey was marred her otherwise happy marriage. you chest is the worst idea you’ve had since excuse from your arsenal. spoiled and self-involved, but I didn’t think signing-up your last girlfriend to win the her mother had completely neglected to Dear Trixie: chance to go on a meet and greet on Bret Capricorn 12/22-1/19 instill the proper etiquette! Had I known, I I gave my cleaning lady’s name to a friend. Michaels’ tour bus. For the sake of your marriage, next time you would have sent a $5.00 candy dish from Wal- Now that friend is offering her double what leave a message for your spouse saying that green’s and not wasted the money on fine I’ve been paying her and I am furious! Isn’t Cancer 6/22-7/22 you were in a threesome all afternoon and Wedgewood! What is the proper solution? this a horrendous breach of etiquette? It’s March and you’ve gone from wearing five you’ll be home late, be sure to include the —Mrs. E. J. Finch-Hatton —No Names Please layers to short shorts in two weeks flat. Too word golf in the voicemail. bad you couldn’t drop those winter 20 lbs. Dear Mrs. Finch-Hatton: Dear No Names: you picked up in two weeks flat too. Maybe Aquarius 1/20-2/18 How dreadful! Why is it that the people with It certainly is. A good housekeeper is far hold off on the short shorts for now. The doctor will tell you this week that you the best taste have the worst manners? This more valuable than a good friend. You only have six months to live. Get married selfish bride needs to learn an important should sleep with her husband. Leo 7/23-8/22 immediately. It will make six months seem You know they love you when they decide like forever. to make you dinner, but they can’t cook water to save their life and the kitchen Pisces 2/19-3/20 smells like a sumo wrestler took a dump on You’ve been telling people you are a consul- a burning fire. Question is, how much do tant for about a year now. Everyone knows you love them? you don’t have a job.

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Shameless Self-Promotion by matt booth

“I don’t know how to put this but I’m kind of a big deal. People know me. I’m very impor- tant. I have many leather‑bound books and my apartment smells of rich mahogany.” —Ron Burgundy – Anchorman

Have you ever listened to someone talk about themselves? Doesn’t it sometimes sound like they are “blowing their own horn” successful without believing in what they a little too much? Nobody really likes a brag- have to offer. ger, but when is it bragging and when is it self‑promotion? Bragging is never appropri- Self‑promotion is accepted and brag- ate and modesty is endearing, but shame- ging isn’t because self‑promotion is about less self promotion is needed for success. promoting ideas while bragging is about promoting accomplishments. When you When looking at successful people, you’ll promote ideas, you give people something almost always find they are incredibly tal- to feel good about and a cause to support. ented in the art of self‑promotion. Think There ain’t no shame in that game! Peo- about successful self promoters – Donald ple like things that make them feel good. Trump, Sandra Bullock, Obama, Michael Jor- Your accomplishments (no matter how dan, and Tiger Woods (I went too far with this big) aren’t likely to make others feel good, one). Regardless of your like or dislike of these unless it’s your mom and dad. people, they became well known because they shamelessly promoted themselves. The best way to help others is to provide value to them using the talents you pos- Successful self‑promotion requires a strong sess. If you don’t shamelessly self‑promote, belief in yourself. A shameless self‑promoter how will others know about your abilities? does not hesitate to show and tell the In order to be “kind of a big deal” and for world what they have to offer. A shameless your apartment to smell of rich mahog- self‑promoter believes so much in what any, you’re going to have to shamelessly they have to offer that they want to tell self‑promote yourself and let the world everyone. Rarely does someone become know what you have to offer.

Mattitude Improvement Tip Change Your Family Tree Ideas and behaviors (positive or negative) are passed down from generation to generation. You have within you, the power to control what you pass on to the next generation. You can change the shape of your family tree forever by end- ing bad behaviors such as: tardiness, dishonesty, and poor record keeping, just naming a few. Just because your great uncle ended up in prison doesn’t mean you or your kids will end up in prison. Pass on all of the good behaviors to the next generation and make it a point to stop they bad stuff. Defy genetic grav- ity, change faulty family history, and root new positive behaviors for future generations.

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Bob’s Odd Lists 2. The recently published novel by Al “pick unedited manuscript of Stranger in a by bob gelms city of the day” Roker. At least if you read Strange Land by Robert Heinlein, etc. all the publicity and watch the interviews This space is reserved for reviewing books. I with Roker about the book you’d think he Electronic Readers I Won’t Be know that. I’ve been doing it here since the actually wrote it. Look closely at the cover Buying Anytime Soon second issue. However, there are things I’d and you will see another name listed as 1. Kindle like to say about books and the publishing co-author, Dick Lochte. Mr. Lochte is a 2. iPad industry in general that, until now, have only professional writer with at least 6 novels 3. Sony Reader been heard by my minimally amused wife to his credit. Mr. Roker by his own admit- and my dog who, of course, was hanging tance is a professional buffoon, a talent The reasons are economic. The price for any on my every word. So, I’ve decided to put he has in great quantity without, appar- of these devices is too high. Also the publish- together some lists of things I’ve always ently, having to expend more than a few ers have recently squeezed an agreement wanted to say but, until now, haven’t. British Thermal Units. Who do you think with the electronic distributors to raise the did all the heavy lifting? price of the electronic versions of the books Books I Will Never Read, No Way, No 3. Anything published after the author has from $9.99 to $15.00. I strongly object to this. How … Ever died that the author did not want pub- You are buying nothing but electrons; there 1. Anything written by Karl Rove. That lished while the author was alive unless is no paper, no hard copy book, no color shouldn’t require an explanation but in the author gave permission for posthu- illustrations, no shipping costs, no in store How To Save Western Culture So case it does … he’s a snake, a duplicitous, mous publication. There are plenty of displays, no local distributors to pay, no ink The Irish Don’t Have To Do It Again, lying, egomaniacal opportunist who will examples here: And The Hippos Were to use, no expensive presses to buy, no labor Because, Frankly, It Was A Pain In say, do and write anything to feed his Boiled In Their Tanks, a novel by Jack Ker- costs … what costs 15 bucks? The Arse The First Time ego, make piles of money and prove ouac and William Burroughs; The Origi- 1. Put the arts back into school curricu- to the world that he is, smarter than nal of Laura by Vladimir Nabokov; the Books More People Should Read lums; Literature, Art, Music. the rest of humanity. I have conclusive re-editing of Ulysses by Joyce’s grand- 1. Tristram Shandy by Laurence Sterne 2. If the schools don’t do it then you do it proof of these statements that I would son and friends in order to preserve the 2. Tom Jones by Henry Fielding at home. gladly share with the world as soon as he copyright so as to continue the unin- 3. Ulysses by James Joyce 3. Come to think of it, even IF the schools admits to using the Constitution of the terrupted cash flow that grandson Ste- 4. At Swim Two Birds by Flann O’Brien do it, do it at home anyway. United Stated as bathroom tissue. phen didn’t earn or deserve; the original 5. Cat’s Cradle By Kurt Vonnegut 4. Don’t send your kids to ANY school in 6. Monsignor Quixote by Graham Greene the state of Texas and if you live there 7. Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke with small kids, move now. 8. Pick any book and read it to you kids or grandkids 5. I’ll get off my soapbox now, thanks for listening, I gotta go! Publication That Should Grace Every Home 1. 365ink

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Eating Healthy with Hy-Vee with nutritionists pat fisher & megan dalsing

Fantastic Frozen Food Many frozen vegetables without added Frozen vegetables are not what they used sodium or sauces have high NuVal scores, to be. You’ll find a variety of mixes, blends, indicating more nutrition value. seasonings and sauces, along with single- serve or steam-in-the-bag varieties. Since Another advantage to frozen vegetables is Americans are only eating one-third of the the convenience. There is no need to wash, fruits and vegetables recommended each peel, chop or cut, making them truly a day, frozen vegetables can help make eat- timesaver and solution for busy consumers ing veggies easier. wanting to put a healthy meal on the table in minutes. You can pour out just the por- The convenience from frozen vegetables tion you need and store the remainder in does not sacrifice any nutrition. According the freezer for later use - or try the new indi- to the International Food Information Coun- vidual-serve vegetables, perfect for lunch cil, the nutritional value of frozen vegetables while at work. To get the most nutrition is comparable to fresh, the reason being from frozen veggies, quickly cook in minimal that vegetables are processed for freezing water, such as microwaving or steaming. at their peak for ripeness, when the nutrition content is high. Processors use flash freezing Frozen vegetables combine well with a vari- that helps preserve and lock in nutrients. To ety of healthful ingredients for a great side get the most nutrition from frozen vegeta- dish, like the recipe below. bles, choose ones with a high NuVal score.

Corn, Jicama & Black Bean Salad Serves 10 (1/2 cup each)

All you need 2. Cover and refrigerate until serving, or • 1 ½ cups peeled and diced jicama serve immediately. • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced • ¼ cup diced red onion Nutrition Facts per serving: 80 calories, 2 g • 1 cup Grand Selections super-sweet cut fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cho- corn, thawed lesterol, 220 mg sodium, 13 g carbohydrates, • 1 (15 oz) can Hy-Vee black beans, drained, 4 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 3 g protein. rinsed • 1/3 cup Hy-Vee light Italian dressing Daily Values: 10% vitamin A, 45% vitamin C, All you do 2% calcium, 4% iron. 1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; stir gently to coat.

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Sudoku Super Crossword

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Best Picture He’s not acting. He’s genuinely upset, or he by pam kress-dunn wouldn’t cry like that.

Sometimes, words fail me. I’ve just seen a Only adults, and a few children old enough movie – one of the contenders for Best Pic- to understand the craft of acting, populate ture at this year’s Academy Awards – and I “The Hurt Locker.” I’m sure not all of the don’t know how to describe it. Well, I can anguish depicted on screen is fabricated. It think of lots of words. It’s brilliant, searing, was shot in Jordan, in incredible heat, just like moving, suspenseful, captivating. It’s edu- in Iraq. What surprised me is that not once cational, too, as all good films are, because did I feel like leaving the room. Rather than it taught me something about a subject I’d repulsing me, the horrific reality of this film been woefully ignorant of. But I can’t think of instead drew me in. Where I had feared this “Terminator 2,” for what it said about being a no expert on the Iraq war just because I’ve one word to sum up how it left me feeling. might be something I would have to stop single mother. Really.) watched one movie set there. But thanks watching, I could not take my eyes off of it. to Kathryn Bigelow and her talented cast You’ve probably figured out I’m not talking I’m still trying to think of one word to sum and crew, I have been allowed into a subtle about “Up,” or “Avatar.” I enjoyed both of them I know people who will not go to movies up how “The Hurt Locker” made me feel. human drama that taught me things and left immensely, but, really, it’s hard to see those they fear will make them uncomfortable. Contrary to my fears, it did not make me me electrified and impressed. Impressed with movies on the same playing field as this one. Were I to adopt this rule, I would see mighty feel flattened, or brutalized, or upset. No, the the men and women who do this work, and few movies each year. (There are some I wish word that comes closest is “exhilarated.” I’m the people who created this astonishing film. The movie is “The Hurt Locker.” Between my I’d skipped because my discomfort stemmed first paragraph and this one, I saw it win Best from sophomoric humor or entirely uncalled Picture. I was thrilled, and delighted to see a for grossness. What is funny about watch- deserving woman finally win Best Director. ing people lose their lunch onscreen after tanking up on Budweiser?) I have trouble This movie came to Dubuque awhile back watching “The Office” sometimes when the (thanks, Mindframe!) but I passed on see- humor comes too much at the expense of ing it. I thought, Oh, geez, it’s going to be the characters’ dignity. I like a show with at violent. It’s going to be sad. It’s going to be least one sympathetic character, but they unbearably tense. After all, it’s about soldiers can be hard to find in a situation comedy. who defuse IEDs – improvised explosive This is why I never really got “Seinfeld.” devices – in Iraq. At any moment, the bomb could go off. In any crowd, the friendly look- I know people who don’t want to see mov- ing civilian could be programming his cell ies that make them sad. You know – down- phone to detonate it remotely. The wires ers. How many good ones would pass that could be buried in the sand, or fastened test? Of the ten nominees for Best Picture, with case‑hardened locks that resist the are there any without moments of grief? The most massive bolt cutters. two animated (or CGI) films, “Up” and “Avatar,” feature both peril and death – the widower Normally, I resist movies like that. Anything mourns his wife in “Up,” and we witness the too violent, too nail‑bitingly fraught, sends deaths of good guys in “Avatar.” I’ll admit, me from the room. I really wanted to see I haven’t seen “Inglourious Basterds” yet “Syriana,” and I’m glad I did. But I’d read in because of Quentin Tarantino’s guaranteed reviews about the torture scene involving gore. Everyone talks of his “Pulp Fiction” as a George Clooney’s hands and a pair of pli- lark, a hoot. Am I the only one who remem- ers. I walked out when I sensed it was about bers the rape of Ving Rhames’ character, to begin, and didn’t return for five minutes. Marsellus? That bothered me. A lot. (Clooney’s fingertips were all bandaged when I returned. Talk about nail‑biting ten- Yes, some films make me uncomfortable. sion.) When we rented “Tsotsi,” I knew the Some films make me cry. Some films, I wish basic story – young thug inadvertently kid- I could rewrite. But then what would we naps baby while stealing car in South Africa have? I like escapism as much as the next – but I could not watch it once the baby person who sometimes gets worn down entered the scene. by life, but even when I’m seeking happy entertainment, I require at least a bit of grit. This is one of my (many) pet peeves. Babies “The Wizard of Oz” would be meaningless in movies are obviously there with their had Dorothy not risked everything in Oz. parents’ permission, and I’m sure all kinds The great movie critic Roger Ebert pointed of standards exist to ensure their safety. But out that “The Wrestler” is about redemption, when I see a baby screaming and crying in and a character can’t redeem himself unless a movie, I always think, Everybody else may he first falls, badly. (I loved that movie. Also know this is fiction, but that baby doesn’t.

365ink { march 18 - march 31 } 29 { shopping } 10 Questions with How long has Graham's been in business and what's the history? Graham's has been in business since 1936. Ed Graham the founder (along with his sons Joe & John) began with Boston Clothiers in 1905. There have been four generations involved at Graham's. Graham's began on the Westside of Main Street next to the Avon Theater. In 74 years, we have always been located within one block of the original location.

Pop Quiz answers from page 18

1. A - Easter ranks 2nd behind Halloween. 2. B - Easter Jelly Beans would circle the globe three times. 3. D - The twists of a pretzel were thought to resemble arms crossed in prayer. 4. C - Egg painting is called Pysanka. 5. D - Passover's date is dependent on phases of the moon. 6. B - The council of Nicaea met in 325 AD 7. A - Easter is named for the goddess "Eastre" 8. C - 75% start with the ears. Don't ask how they counted that. 9. C - The Easter season lasts for 50 days ending on Pentecost. 10. B - Passover or Pesach marks the birth of Jews as a people.

Puzzle answers from page 28

Sudoku Crossword

30 { march 18 - march 31 } 365ink { shopping }

What fashion faux pas gives you the heebie jeebies? It is not really a faux pas but it really both- ers me when people just don't try or care. Dressing poorly or sloppily is an invitation for other people to dismiss you and your intel- ligence quickly, in many cases without just What's hot in fashion for spring? cause. Dammit, if you are a professional and Sorry Bryce, but skinny will continue to be a you want to represent your business/profes- big trend in clothing this spring. Lapels and sion, your club, your church, your school, ties are getting a little more narrow along with and yourself in the best possible light take pant legs. There is talk in the industry about a little extra time to make sure your clothes how the the television series Mad Men has are clean, pressed, fit well, and appropriate influenced clothing designs with clean lines for the occasion. and classic styling. Color is always an impor- tant spring trend as we want our wardrobes What is the greatest sandwich to mirror the cheerfulness of longer days and ever invented? warmer weather. Lavender dress shirts are My hat is off to Jimmy John's. I range a must, gingham shirts have been hot, and between the Hunter's Club, the Club Lulu, anything we bring in from Tommy Bahama and the Ultimate Porker. If I could puree blows out the door. On the women's side of Jimmy John's sandwiches and inject them the ledger plaids and ruffles are getting a lot intravenously I would. of press and runway appearances. What does Ben do when he's not making You now sell women's lines. What made sharp dressed men (and women)? you venture there and how is it going? Looking after Ava, Anthony, Lily, and Lucas. We made the leap into women's fashions Hopefully we will be spending some evenings in October 2007. I would argue that half of real soon on the river, riding bikes, and hunting our traffic on any given day day are women for morels. The kids are awesome morel hunters. shopping for their men or with their men. I wanted to have better women's clothes that Tell me you favorite anecdote from will appeal to these women with unique lines your time at Grahams. that they will only find at finer boutiques. It I can't single out a best story in fourteen has been a tough learning curve to be hon- years, if these walls could talk. We have done est. We began by being a little too career some crazy ads and waited on some amaz- apparel oriented without the softer touches ing men and women with colorful person- and more feminine accessories. We are work- alities. I think the greatest and most talked ing hard to find the right lines and the bal- about thing in my time here at Graham's ance, career v. casual, that appeal to Dubuque was talking Dad, Howard Riedel, and Ron women and share synergy with what we are Nolting into posing in their boxers in front of working on with our men's clothing. We do the store for a spring pant sale. Cindy's (my have some very cute new things in for spring wife's) grandma clipped out a picture of that and my sister, Katie, has been working hard ad and sent it to Cindy in Madison when to merchandise the different lines to make we first started dating. She kiddingly asked them appealing and understandable Cindy, "Are you sure you know what you're getting into with this Graham fellow?" What's the easiest, least expensive thing people can do right now to What day does Joe take off in the improve their wardrobe appearance? flat bottom and stop coming to Make sure their clothes are clean, pressed, and fit work for the Summer? well (pants and sleeves not too long or short). He never dissappears for the summer but he has been known to get lost on his way What's the biggest mistake people to his morning coffee and not coming back make in buying clothes? to work until the following day. The river is They buy for a particular color or trend only, really is a sanctuary for Dad. It is a place for with fit and quality coming as a second consid- him to relive great memories, to pray, and eration. For men and women, it is better to have figure out new ways to get an extra half mile fewer clothes of better quality and fit than it is to per hour out of his boat to make sure his rig have many clothes of marginal or poor quality. is faster than the neighbors'.

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