My cell phone let loose the mortal coil the other ing to change my world while maintaining the day so I broke down and got a BlackBerry. I would status-quo. Impossible, I know. So I’m screwed. have preferred to try out an iPhone, but we have But I fight forward anyway. The trick is to - sur like ten phones on the company package and I round yourself with the people who are not afraid would have to switch providers to do that and at to stick their head through door #2 and see what that point the migraine set in. So I stayed put and happens. I know door #1 works quite well, thank went with the flow. you. But when they show me that door #2 works even better, I start using it. I want “Limelight” by The first reaction I got from most people was dis- Rush as my ringtone on my new BlackBerry but I belief. Not that i didn’t go with the iPhone (when don’t really want to spend the time trying to figure it comes to Apple-related products, I kind of drink out how to do it. I want things fixed but never the Kool-Aid). The disbelief was that I didn’t al- want to try to figure out how to fix it myself. Must ready have one, or even two. I guess my friends be the Democrat in me. (And now the other half who are less technologically savvy than me think of you are equally offended.) I’m one of those cutting-edge tech guys who al- ways has the latest and greatest tools. Sorry, not Even as I write this, I have just discovered the is- even close. That’s Ron Tigges. I’m the other guy. sue. Time! It’s not true that I don’t like to tinker If there’s a leading edge of techno-savvy, then I’m with stuff. It’s what I do best. But when I’m on on the rusty, dragging rear edge at the back of the a deadline or knee-deep in a project, I want to trend. I am on the trend. I have to be, in this busi- focus on the project. I don’t want to have to worry ness. But I’m far from the maverick. (Is maverick a about sharpening the saw I’m using, so to speak, I bad word now?) I pretty much get dragged kicking just want the saw to work. When the stress is off, I and screaming into each evolutionary technology actually love nothing better than trying to make a jump. I hate having to figure out new stuff. It’s better mousetrap. But the problem when you own probably why I use Macs. Even when they’re new, your own business is that there is never a time they just work: No drivers to install and crazy net- when the stress is off. So when do you tinker? I working acrobatics to employ to make it go. It guess that’s why companies grow and add staff just goes. Perfect! When something technological to focus on the tinkering. Can I add staff to worry hurts my brain, I turn to Tim. When it hurts Tim’s about the stress parts and let me do the tinkering? brain, we turn to our programmer Oliver. I think But we have Patty to cook the books, so that stress he eats technological evolution for breakfast. It’s is off, but yet it’s not. So I think I ‘ll never escape really quite disgusting. He’s not right in the head. that. I just need to evolve. And I think I am.

So am I a luddite? Do I just hate technology but If nothing else, I am doing one thing right. I’m have to use it as part of the profession I find my- not stopping the crew from taking the road less self in? No, I actually quite love it. I just love the traveled by. We’re building things at 365 using stuff I have. Why do I need new stuff? And thus I technologies that completely confound me. We step back and grudgingly realize and admit that have a need and these guys (that includes the this pretty much describes my life. I’ve driven the non-guys) come back with solutions ten times same beater of an SUV for over a decade. I’ve better than what I hoped to get. What it means never let go of a guitar I’ve purchased, about 10 for me is that I have to trust that even if I don’t now. In fact, I didn’t even buy the last two. My know how to do it myself, it’s still the right thing wife did. She likely realizes I’d just keep playing to do. I’m doing my best to wrap my head around the ones I have even though she knows there are it, but I’m not making it wait for me. We can’t all others out there I’d like to have. When I find a be masters of everything, though for quite some shirt I like, I buy five. Done shopping for another time around here I have been just that. But we’re year! It’s not a matter of laziness. It’s a matter of getting kind of diverse these days. Ben is doing liking what I like. I think I try new things all the digital animation that I thought could only come time. But at the same time, there are some things out of Skywalker Ranch. Oliver writes code for that I just don’t change because I like them as platforms that the platform’s original developers they are. say goes beyond what they thought their platform could do. And even if I can’t make these things For example, dining out. When I go to some of dance like I used to, I know I still have a keen my favorite restaurants, I never need a menu. I eye for what works and what does not. I can usually get the same thing. Occasionally I branch juggle the need, the politics, the timeline, the out and try something new, but invariably, I find budget and the solution. You can’t get that from that, while satiating, it was not as good as my old a technology upgrade. So I think I’m still needed standby. So when I find the carnitas at Los Aztecas around here. That and I can still make pretty pic- or the phoenix roll at TAIKO, I stick with it. I do tures. I’m still trying to figure out Flash. I think I’ll enjoy a spicy tuna roll and smoked eel, but not as just go get another Flash guy. Problem solved. But much as I like the phoenix roll. So why not get it then we need a bigger office. (And that, I promise, every time? Have you had the Fajitas Rancheras at will be the subject of an Inkubator next month.) Fiesta Cancun? Hello! Yes, I know there are great Then I can focus on beefing up my core skills: reasons why not to always get the same thing, but Meat smoking! I choose to ignore them. Sometimes I prefer to just be perfectly content rather than opening my mind And thanks, Tim, for making my “Limelight” my and have my horizons broadened. It must be the ringtone. Sushi, anyone? The 365ink crew... faces you already know! Republican in me. (Okay, so half you just stopped reading ... well 45% anyway). It’s like I’m fight-

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We’ve hidden 365’s WANDO somewhere in this issue of Dubuque365ink. Can you find the master of movies buried within these pages? Hint: He’s tiny and could be anywhere, In a story? In an ad? On the cover? Good Luck! IRISH EYES BE SMILIN’ AT THE HOOLEY 4 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

display at this year’s Hooley,” says Lange. “An emphasis on genealogy, language lessons, dance lessons, harp lessons, just some things for people to plug into. Because what we found out is that peo- ple come early to the event, pick out a space on the lawn, and basically spend the whole day there. And so we’re trying to develop a better program in terms of interesting things they can do and learn about.”

“More than just a music festival,” adds Schroeder.

Not to say that music isn’t one of the big elements of the Irish Hooley.

“We bring in a lot of bands, most of them regional but some of them international,” says Lange, “and they see each other at other festivals. And they’re all talking about Dubuque and the Hooley, and they love coming here to perform.”

They say there’s one day a year in which The Irish Hooley originally called the doors to us and he’s been a tremendous everyone is a little bit Irish. Traditionally, Dubuque County Fairgrounds home for partner in this process. It’s been an enor- that day is assumed to be St. Patrick’s Day. its first two years. mously important part of this.” But in Dubuque, there’s another day when everyone truly is a little bit Irish: The Irish “We were just trying to find a venue, and Hooley, held in the Alliant Amphitheater that was available to us,” says Schroeder. in the Port of Dubuque, this year on Au- “When you’re starting an event, you know, gust 29. Not only a celebration of Irish you have to start small.” Lange agrees, music, culture and heritage, the Hooley is calling the Fairgrounds an ideal location also a tremendous community event and for the Hooley’s original incarnation. a fundraiser for Hospice of Dubuque. Mi- This year sees the return of Fiona Molloy chael Lange and Ann Schroeder, two of “It was really terrific,” he says. “We did (a particular favorite of this writer), from the organizers of the Hooley, were able to two of them there, and that was good for 12:30 - 1:45 p.m., followed by Dublin na- sit down with 365 and chat a little about us because it was kind of like training. We tives Stephen’s Dreen from 2 - 3:30 p.m., the Hooley’s past, what’s coming up this learned what was involved, we figured out Stone Cliff not only serves as the meet- with the Claddagh Irish Dancers perform- year and what we can expect in the fu- how you do these things. The biggest part ing place for the Irish Hooley organizers, ing a dance routine from 3:30 - 4 p.m. ture. for me, personally, was realizing just how but provides space for bands and dancers Music returns at 4 p.m. with the Cedar much work goes into any one of these fes- performing at the Hooley for their gear, Rapids-based Wylde Nept from 4 - 5:30 “A number of us had been involved in the tivals. It’s an enormous undertaking.” p.m., the Irish Dancers again from 5:45 previous incarnation of an Irish festival, “One of the keys for us was learning to - 6:15, and then two genuinely awesome and I got very involved, actually,” says After the first two Hooleys at the - Fair build an event that appeals to multiple acts: Rising Gael, a young Irish band from Lange of the Irishfest that was previously grounds, the organizers began looking for audiences,” says Schroeder. “Young peo- Madison who must be heard and seen to held at 180 Main. “And we tried to make a new venue, primarily in hopes of gen- ple love Gaelic Storm, Fiona Molloy re- be believed, and the return of headliner it more of a cultural event from the city, erating larger crowds. The Alliant Amphi- ally crosses over to everyone, everybody’s Gaelic Storm, a runaway crowd favorite, rather than just a big party thrown by a theater in the Port of Dubuque proved to got a piece of something that they want from 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. bar ... our ultimate goal was a family-ori- be an ideal location. to see.” ented event about the culture and heritage “Gaelic Storm has been our headliner of Ireland. But really, I think Ann’s father, “We looked all over town, we looked Organizers also say that this year’s event for the last three years, and the crowd Ken Siegert, was really the driving force, at going downtown, we looked at going will feature an even greater focus on the just loves them,” says Lange. “There are initially. Because of his Shamrock Imports back to Murphy Park, we looked at the history and the heritage of Irish culture. grandparents dancing, little kids dancing, and what he’d done with the Dubuque- Town Clock,” says Lange. “And there are land Irish, it really was the hub.” pluses and minuses to every location. Bob “And this is really Ann’s doing, but there’s Continued on Page 31. Smith, of Stone Cliff Winery, opened the going to be a lot more of the culture on ALL HAIR SERVICES AT CAPRI -- HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 5 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 The Museum & Aquarium will hold spe- or get more information call the Scenic SEP Dubuque Dragon NOW Lizards on the Loose cial promotions and events in conjunc- Valley office: 563-588-3970. 12-13 Boat Festival Now Open tion with the lizard exhibit and the pub- lic art display. The sculptures will be on SEP Benton Labor Day The National Mississippi River Muse- 5-7 um & Aquarium’s new “Lizards on the public display throughout the summer. Celebration Teams of 21 people will paddle Taiwan Loose!” exhibit is NOW OPEN! The The “Lizards on the Loose!” exhibit will dragon boats in a 300 meter sprint race exhibit will be displayed in the Norman run through March 2010. on the mighty Mississippi River. Divi- Changing Gallery on the second floor of Benton’s 113th Annual Labor Day Cel- sions will include the novice to the ex- AUG the Woodward River Discovery Center. Burger and Brat ebration is September 5-7th. Activities pert, as well as juniors and Breast Can- 26 Museum & Aquarium. Blowout Fundraiser on Saturday & Sunday include the Fever cer Survivors. Vendors will also be on River Puppeteers performing in the Ha- site for participants and spectators. Free “Lizards on the Loose!” features 25 dif- zel Green Opera House. The Swindler’s admission. For more information, visit ferent types of lizards and focuses on the A Burger and Brat Blowout fundraiser for Ridge Museum and the 1851 Village http://www.dubuquedragonboat.org amazing diversity and the unique adap- Hills & Dales is Wednesday August 26 School House Museum will be open. tations lizards have developed to survive at 5pm. $7. Sponsored by Senior Fitness Street dance from 8-12midnight Satur- Friends. All proceeds will assist Hills & day features Mr. Obvious and Sunshine SEP Gaither Vocal Band in their varied environments. Lizards are 12 a large and widespread group of squa- Dales in building meaningful lives. For The parade begins at 9:30 Monday and Reunited mate reptiles of nearly 5,000 species that further details or to register contact Tri- there will be entertainment in the village range across all continents, exceptAnt- cia at 585-0560, deadline to register is park throughout the day. For more infor- Gaither Music Group and AEG Live are arctica. This interactive exhibit teaches August 24th. mation check the website: benthonwi. now announcing plans for a multi-city visitors how lizards see each other; con- us. Gaither Vocal Band… Reunited Tour. The AUG Agency on Aging SEP The Annual trol their body temperature; what they 27 11-13 2009 Gaither Vocal Band… Reunited eat; and how they use color for defense, Caregiver Seminar RIVERFEST Tour will feature the new all-star Gaither mating and communication. Vocal Band line-up in which founder Iowa State University Extension and the Bill Gaither has reunited with renowned A public display of lizard sculptures art Scenic Valley Agency on Aging presents Dubuque’s “last bash before the snow former members Michael English, Mark campaign accompanies the “Lizards on a series of seminars for family members flies.” A weekend of free family - enter Lowry, and David Phelps, and up-and- the Loose!” exhibit. Large fiberglass liz- who care for older relatives. “Powerful tainment including a flea market, craft comer, Wes Hampton, who has sung ard sculptures are available for “adop- Tools for Caregivers” will be presented fair, children’s events, commercial area, with the Gaither Vocal Band since 2006. tion” by local businesses and groups in Thursday, August 27 and for the next five continuous live outdoor music and At Five Flags Center on September 12, the Tri-state Area to decorate and dis- Thursdays, through October 1st from much more. Free Admission. For more 2009 at 5:00pm. More information at play. 6-7:30 at the Finley Hospital. To register information, call 563.583.8535 http://www.gaither.com/events/tours. CAN’T WAIT FOR NEXT YEAR’S IMPACT AWARDS AT THE MOON BAR 6 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 SEP Arboretum Autumn out in fall splendor. Mums, bird seed Independence Plan public forum at 13 Fun Festival bells, gourds, handmade garden crafts the University of Dubuque. The Office and fall décor will be on sale that day. is looking to gather input from Iowans All proceeds go the replacement of the about how to achieve energy indepen- garden’s gazebo. Enjoy the live Austrian dence goals. The goals and objectives 1. About when did the Irish Potato Fam- folk musicians as you stroll throughout are listed online at: http://www.energy. ine take place? iowa.gov/OEI/EIPGoals.html. These A. 1820’s B. 1840’s goals are similar to last year’s energy C. 1860’s D. 1880’s independence plan, but this year’s plan 2. Since moving to the Port two years will have an emphasis on action steps to ago, how much money has the achieving the goals. Irish Hooley raised for Hospice of Dubuque? The event will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Au- A. $6000 B. $10,000 gust 27th at the University of Dubuque C. $18,000 D. $24,000 in the Jackaline Baldwin Dunlap Tech- nology Center Dubuque, IA. The build- 3. Which Scandinavians invaded Ireland ing is on McCormick Street just off of in the 9th and 10th centuries and then signed Brett Favre in 2009? University Avenue. A. Mongolians B. The damn Dutch SEP Music on the Green C. Trygve Lie & Dag Hammarskjöld 5 Concert Series D. Vikings

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa will hold the 4. What is bodhran? second of three scheduled summer mu- sic concerts as part of their Annual Music 5. Which Band is not Irish A. Pogues on the Green Concert Series. On Satur- The Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical B. The Cranberries day, Sept. 5 The Matt Stedman Band will Gardens will hold its annual Arbore- C. Nazareth the gardens to view the silent auction of take the Eagle Ridge stage. Definitely an tum Autumn festival and fundraiser on D. Thin Lizzy locally made original scarecrows. Vote exceptional group of multi-talented mu- Sunday, September 13, 2009, from 11-3 for your favorite scarecrow. Planned ac- sicians, the Matt Stedman Band special- 6. What local religious person / group is pm at the Dubuque Arboretum and tivities include face painting, children’s izes in the genres of rock n’ roll, blues, not from Ireland? Botanical Gardens, 3800 Arboretum games, and crafts. Lunch and desserts Celtic, bluegrass, jazz, funk and zydeco. A. Trappist Monks Drive, Dubuque, IA 52001. The main will be available for purchase on the ar- Led by violinist Matt Stedman, his fiery B. BVM Sisters attraction will be a silent auction of C. Mathias Loras boretum grounds. Make plans to spend electric violin, harmonica and lead vo- scarecrows created by community craft- D. Sisters of Mercy some time at this free family-friendly fun cals drive the band. The free concert be- ers. Food and fun will be available for E. Presentaton Sisters (PBVM) event! gins at 6 p.m. on the resort’s recreation this family event. There is no admission field - rain or shine. Food and beverages 7. What hotel once stood where the Tele- charge. For further information, please AUG Energy Independence is available for purchase (no coolers graph Herald now stands? call 563-556- 2100 or check the web- 27 Public Forum please) and concert goers are encourage A. The Wales Hotel B. City Hotel site at dubuquearboretum.com. to bring their lawns chairs or blankets C. The Lorimer Hotel D. Page Hotel On behalf of the Iowa Power Fund and the whole family. Reservations 877- The cool breeze of fall air will blow 8.What was the name of the social or- Board, the Iowa Office of Energy In- 64-EAGLE! For more information on the in a fall festival and fundraiser at the ganization founded by Irish Settlers in dependence would like to extend an concerts: 815-776-5059. Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gar- Dubuque in 1833? invitation to participate in the Energy dens. Come see the gardens all decked PEACE. LOVE. CHICKEN WINGS 7 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

a $25 per person donation if you pre- AUG Potosi First order your tickets or $30 at the door. The 22 Annual BrewFest Potosi Brewery Foundation is structured as a 501 (3) (c) chartered non-profit cor- The Port of Potosi will be holding it’s poration and is the home of the National 1st Annual Potosi BrewFest at the Potosi Brewery Museum™. Your tax deductable Brewing Company on Saturday August donation will help preserve brewing his- 22nd from 1pm to 5pm. It will have live tory and brewing memorabilia. Must be music provided by “Just One More” from 21 to enter. 1pm to 5pm followed by “Takin the 5th” AUG Hospice Tour from 5:30 to 8:30. In attendance will 29 be: de Dubuque

The Custom Riders in conjunction with the Dubuque Bicycle and Tri-State Car Clubs present the 11th Annual Tour de Dubuque, a daylong ride for motorcy- cles, bicycles and classic cars. An annual fundraiser for Hospice of Dubuque, the event is scheduled for Saturday, August 29, with a rain date of Sunday August 30. The tour begins at Kirchhoff Distributing on Chavenelle Road in Dubuque with registration for the ride at 10 a.m. The tour then winds it’s way through scenic Dubuque County with stops at Knicker’s, at 2186 Central Avenue in Dubuque; Dirty Ernie’s, at 201 1st Street NE in Far- ley; ending up at the Dubuque Driving * Brewery Creek Brewery, Mineral Range, at 10740 on Highway 52 North. Point All in all, it’s a fun ride for a great cause. * Lake Front Brewery, Milwaukee For more information call 563-582-1220, * The Grumpy Troll, Mt Horeb or visit www.hospiceofdubuque.org. * Lake Louie Brewery, Arena, * Capital Brewery, Middleton SEP Rockin’ on * Pigs Eye Brewery, Minneapolis 4 the River * Sand Creek Brewery, Black River Falls * Goose Island Brewery, Chicago Fans of both hard rock and the Mighty * New Belgium Brewery, Fort Collins Mississippi can combine both loves in Co one event. Alternative and hard rock * Point Brewery, Stevens Point band Jabberbox will be “Rockin’ on the * Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls River” Saturday, September 4 with a spe- * New Glarus, New Glarus cial event cruise aboard Dubuque River * Hub City Rides Spirit of Dubuque. In addition to * Berghoff, Monroe the live music by Jabberbox, Rockin’ on * Ale Asylum, Madison the River will feature drink specials and food will be available. Boarding for the Home Brewers: event will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the Lynn Harville, Prarie du Chien Spirit of Dubuque launching the cruise at Tom Nichols, Platteville 7:30 p.m. and returning to port at 10:30 p.m. Advanced tickets for the event are Wineries: $15 and are available at Dubuque River Sinnipee Valley, Kieler Rides at 500 East 3rd Street in the Port of Whispering Winds Winery, Fennimore Dubuque, or at both Dubuque Heartland Inn locations. For more information, call Organizers are working to get additional Dubuque River Rides at 563-583-8093. breweries and local wineries. There is BLAST OFF! 8 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

Summer may be drawing to a close (just begin the proceedings, followed by the think, we’ll be getting snow soon enough), gentlemen (we use the term loosely) of the but there’s still plenty of time to rock out hard-rocking band Jabherbox, and then before the leaves change color. In fact, it’ll be time for the headliner act: Jimi Ja- there’s a great opportunity for two full days mison! of rock coming up not too far from now: Summer’s Last Blast 10! You know Jamison. He was the voice of Survior for years! After auditioning to re- Summer’s Last Blast, the annual rock festi- place vocalist Dave Bickler, who needed val that begins the wind-down portion of surgery on his vocal cords, Jamison ulti- the season is set for August 28 - 29. Though mately got the job and became Survivor’s prior installments of the Last Blast have new frontman, and is today the most rec- been held in the parking lot near the River ognizable and best known of the group.[2] Museum in the Port of Dubuque, this year’s Among his best known performances are edition follows the example of last year, “Burning Heart”, from the Rocky IV movie and sets up shop at what is undoubtedly with Sylvester Stallone, which hit #2 on the the Tri-State area’s favorite place to listen to Billboard Hot 100, “High On You” (#8 US), rock music: The Town Clock Plaza. and “The Search Is Over” (#4 US). Jamison also co-wrote and sang “I’m Always Here,” The event will feature a great set of bands. the theme from the hit TV show Baywatch. Friday’s concert will feature the the always- popular stylings of Wicked Liz & the Belly Summer’s Last Blast will run from 5 p.m. - Swirls, and Tri- State favorites The Love- 12 a.m. on both nights, is open to all ages Monkeys! Also appearing on stage Friday and is free. The event will also serve as a will be The Tasties, a new Dubuque “su- fundraiser for Dubuque / Jo Daviess Coun- pergroup” recently profiled in the pages ties Crime Stoppers. of 365ink. On Saturday, Johnny Trash will I’LL FOLLOW YOU DOWN BUT NOT THAT FAR. TOO DANGEROUS 9 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

Here we are in late August. Back to school said Lil’ Brian in a band bio. “I love the sales are in full swing just as we finally have roots of Zydeco. My greatest joy is to take some weather that feels like summer. Well these roots and combine them with today’s thanks to a variety of local organizers, we beat to make it my music.” do have a few opportunities to take in some of Dubuque’s summer festivals before we Dallas, Texas-based Andrew “Junior Boy” start putting away the summer clothes for Jones will bring the blues back to the Town the year, and two of them happen to be the Clock stage on Friday, September 4. An ever-popular All That Jazz sponsored by accomplished guitarist, songwriter, and Dubuque Main Street. singer, Jones has been a professional musi- cian since the age of 16 when he joined the The August installment, scheduled for Fri- Thunderbirds, Freddie King’s backing band. day, August 21 features the funky Zydeco of Lil’ Brian and The Travelers, with the Sep- Since then Jones has worked with a variety tember event just a couple weeks later on of well-known blues artists including bobby Friday, September 4 featuring the blues of Patterson and the Mustangs, Johnnie Taylor, Andrew “Junior Boy” Jones. Both concerts and Charlie Robertson. In the late 1980s, are scheduled for 6 to 9:30 p.m. under the Jones traveled to California for studio ses- Town Clock and are free! This summer’s sion work where he met famed harmonica events are the 18th season for the popular player Charlie Musselwhite. summer festival series. In the mid-‘90s, Jones returned to Dallas, Coming from Barrett Station, Texas, “smack backing up singers like R.L. Griffin and Hal dab in the middle of East Texas Zydeco Harris and the Lowlifers until he stepped up country,” Lil’ Brian grew up among Creole to the mic himself in 2005 for his fourth CD, people with strong Louisiana roots and a Jr. Boy Live. Release by 43rd Idea Records, love of traditional Zydeco music. Seeing the live album is said to capture “the true the legendary Buckwheat Zydeco perform essence of Andrew’s sound, enthusiasm and at a nearby Catholic church hall in Houston, the spirit that led to Jr Boy’s previous WC a young Lil’ Brian became “spellbound” by Handy nomination and will no doubt cata- the accordion that Stanley “Buckwheat” pult him back into the blues limelight as Dural played. Reportedly, Dural not only one of this countries living blues legends.” encouraged young Brian, but helped him get started in the business that would be- While the free concert at the Town Clock come his career. always draws in thousands, there are thou- sands more who show up just for the party. Fast-forward to the mid-‘90s and we find Lil’ The event starts promptly at 5 p.m. (with the Brian recording on the Rounder Records la- thirstiest Jazz-lovers often lining up for beer bel, putting out two CDs, Fresh (1995) and tickets beforehand), with the band taking Z-Funk (1997) establishing Lil’ Brian and the stage at 6 p.m. the band as one of the most original groups on the Zydeco scene. With great respect In addition to great live music and those for their Zydeco roots, Lil’ Brian and the cold beverages served up by the Dubuque Travelers incorporate influences like con- Jaycees, All That Jazz always offers a range temporary urban music and funk to create of tasty festival foods from local restaurants. their own style of funky Zydeco they call Dubuque Main Street will be selling T-shirts Z-Funk. and limited edition prints featuring the art- work of award-winning designer Michael With a 2000 release Funky Nation, pro- Schmalz of Refinery Design Company, as duced by “Buckwheat Zydeco” Dural him- well as the Dubuque … and All That Jazz! self, and a new release Worldwide, Lil’ compilation CD featuring Orquesta Alto Brian continues to spread the roots music Maiz and a variety of past performers. For he loves by bringing it to a new generation more information, visit www.dubuque- of fans. “There are no limits to this music,” mainstreet.org. WHO DOESN’T WANT TO OWN BUMBLEBEE? I MEAN, COME ON! 10 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

Loras College Arts and Culture Series: college will be partnering with various A Passion for Color: organizations to present a year of arts- American Women Printmakers, related programs and events. For more 1895-1965 information, visit http://www.loras. Dubuque Museum of Art edu/. Opening Reception, September 11

In conjunction with the Dubuque Mu- seum of Art, the Loras College Arts and Culture Series presents, “A Passion for Color: American Women Printmakers, 1895-1965,” an exhibit of artwork by 20th century female artists. The exhi- bition, which is on display from Au- gust 18 through November 8, will be celebrated with an opening reception scheduled fro Friday, September 11 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. In addition, a panel discussion about the exhibit is scheduled for Saturday, October 10. The exhibit is open to the public and admission is free.

A showcase of work by 20th century women printmakers, the exhibition consists of color prints in a range of print media including intaglios, wood- blocks, lithographs and screen prints. “Innovations by women printmakers contributed significantly to all phases of the development of color printmak- ing techniques in America during the first half of the 20th century,” stated a press release on the exhibit. “From The Dubuque Museum of Art is open Mary Cassatt’s early experiments in Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. color intaglio to June Wayne’s lasting to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from legacy in lithography, women fueled 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Regular admission is much of the development in the field.” free through the year of 2009, thanks The 60 prints that comprise the exhibit to a generous sponsorship by the local are from the collection of Belverd and office of Prudential Financial. The Mu- Marian Needles of Winnetka, Illinois. seum is located at 701 Locust Street in Dubuque. For more information, visit The print exhibit at the Dubuque Mu- www.dbqart.com, or call the Museum seum of Art is part of the Loras College of Art at (563) 557-1851. Arts and Culture series, in which the WHAT IS THIS TITLE REFERENCING? I’VE SEEN IT BEFORE 11 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

could not bear to think up what to make for dinner one more time, let World Enough and Time alone make sure the corresponding ingredients were in the pantry, and then clatter around in the kitchen after We were at a dinner party the other things I would buy if I won the lottery. in. Splash around was mostly what I dragging myself through the back door night, and something a friend said Instead, I have a list of things I will do did. I managed a decent side stroke, after an exhausting day at work. He’s made me insanely envious. I asked if and when I can cast off the bonds of but never went beyond the drop-off been doing it ever since. I do like to how she was finding retirement, work with a capital W. It’s funny how unless I was on my air mattress. It was make big pots of things for company, and she said, with a look both seri- long these three things have been on ridiculous. Much later, after the birth but I don’t think this counts. This is like ous and satisfied, “ I’m finding that I my list. It’s not a bucket list – nothing of my first child, I managed to learn the father who never changes a diaper do the same things I’ve always done, like jumping out of an airplane or see- to swim, but then things got busy and but wants praise for taking the kid for but I now I can take more time with ing the Taj Mahal or swimming with I stopped practicing. I haven’t been his first haircut. Nice try. Besides, I’ve them.” No more rushing through her dolphins. Except for visiting the Taj or back in the water again, even though been saving recipes for decades. And daily exercise, no more pretending not any other kind of travel (I’m a travel I received a personal invitation from my husband is so pathetically grateful to notice friends in the grocery store junkie), those kind of one-shot won- some lovely people I met on the Inter- those rare nights when I do somehow because she doesn’t have time to talk. ders aren’t the sort of things I put on net to visit them any time at their cabin manage to rustle up some grub, I re- Things that once were chores now feel my life list. on Lake Ada. ally ought to do it more often. And I PAM KRESS-DUNN PAM like choices. will, I really will, when I have nothing My wish list is more of a compilation Sewing: My mother, as I mentioned, else to do. • If I can say this without sounding like of things I want to relearn how to do, was a seamstress, and was so good the Lady of the Manor, sometimes I and do well, and spend a lot more at it she could have set up shop. Her Of course that’s not all I’ll do when think I was meant to live that kind of time on, when I have long stretches of friends would buy clothes two sizes I’m retired. I’ll write more poems, life long before I reach the ever-retreat- time and still have my health and my too big because they knew “Iona can take more walks, have more lunches ing age of retirement. My mother, after wits about me. They are things I began make it fit.” She taught me to follow a with friends (and that aforementioned all, only worked 3 months after she to do when I was much younger, and pattern, and I made all the curtains at husband), organize my photos, have married. She certainly kept busy rais- they are all so simple they might just my last house, but today I can hardly a vegetable garden again, and write ing two daughters, cooking, cleaning underwhelm you when you learn what fix a rip in a pair of jeans. I’d really pre- better emails when my eyes are less house, sewing, taking power naps, trav- they are. Here goes: fer to sew my own skirts and dresses, bleary. Those are things I do now, but eling with my father. I don’t know how considering what J. Jill and Garnet Hill like my retired friend, I would just happy she was, and I don’t know how Swimming: When I was young, from charge for their offerings, but I know like to do when without that sense of accomplished I would feel not getting about the age of seven to sixteen, my I’d make a hash of it. urgency, of sneaking time out to do up every day and racing to work. I do extended family trekked from Dav- them while the hands of the clock are like my job and the people I interact enport to Pine Lake, a little town in Cooking: Speaking of hash, it’s also breathing down my neck. I know that’s with there. It’s just that I wouldn’t have Minnesota, for two weeks every July. about time I gave my long-suffering a mixed metaphor, but you’ll have to any trouble keeping busy if I didn’t We bunked in rustic cabins, messed husband a break and cooked din- forgive me – I don’t have time to write have to earn a paycheck. around in boats, lived on fresh-caught ner at least once a week, don’t you it any better. walleyes and bullheads, and swam in think? When we set up our household, Unlike a cousin of mine who shall re- Lake Ada, the most pristine body of I confessed piteously that after being Pam Kress-Dunn main nameless, I do not have a list of water you could hope to splash around a single mother for 20 years I simply [email protected] GIVINGVOICE MICHAEL JACKSON: THE MOVIE? I’VE HEARD OF STRANGER THINGS... 12 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

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Parent volunteer, Christa ain, New Zealand, South Africa and Knapp developed the programming Poland were a part of the staff and so that it was in-line with up-to-date were recruited to work at the camp Camp Albrecht Acres has been pro- research and practice in consultation through organizations, Camp Amer- MINDFRAMETHEATERS.COM viding a camp experience for in- with Unified Therapy Services. Ther- ica and CCUSA. Paraprofessionals dividuals with special needs since apists from Unified Therapy Services from local schools worked one-on- Hotline: 563.582.4971 1975. Summer 2009 started as a also volunteered to train camp staff one with some campers with Autism typical summer for the staff and vol- and donated occupational therapy who required extra assistance. 555 John F Kennedy Rd - Behind Kennedy Mall unteers at Camp Albrecht Acres; they items to assist with the varying sen- averaged 73 special needs campers, sory needs of campers with Autism. “I love the idea of this camp because both children and adults, each week. “It was a pleasure and an honor to it offers children an opportunity to “Each year we are able to give the be able to be able to participate in learn about the importance of inclu- experience of a lifetime to our camp- this parent-led grass-roots initiative. sion and celebrating the abilities ev- ers,” Deb Rahe, Executive Director We hope to foster the growth of this ery individual brings to the world,” at Camp Albrecht Acres said. “Our partnership in the future to meet the said Maggie Baker, a parent of a campers enjoy the simple things that critical needs of children with Autism child with Autism. “I am so grate- many of us take for granted. 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Best Of Short Film Brigade Puffs, Ride of the Mergansers, and Car- Wednesday, September 2 michael & Shane. The event will pro- Mindframe Theaters vide short film fans an opportunity to revisit some of their favorite pieces, or The Brigade is back! In anticipation of a catch up on previously-screened shorts screening at the upcoming Voices From they might have missed. The Warehouse District art exhibit, the Short Film Brigade in cooperation with The Best Of Short Film Brigade event the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society at Mindframe also provides a good will host Best Of Short Film Brigade at warm-up for the group’s screening at Mindframe Theaters on Wednesday, the Voices exhibit. Scheduled for Sat- September 2, beginning at 7 p.m. urday, September 26, the Voices event will be Short Film Brigade’s only 2009 screening and will feature a new selec- tion of short films. New this year, SFB has invited Chicago Cinema Forum to present a selection of historical shorts at the event, which will also feature a live music performance by Alma Sub Rosa. Look for more information about the Voices From The Warehouse District exhibit and events, including the Short Film Brigade screening in the next issue of 365ink.

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You’re not likely to find more fun per capita anywhere than in New Diggings, Wisconsin during the New Diggings Music Festival. The 4th annual festival stretches across the weekend of August 28-30 and will feature great food, free live music, and booths with artists, clothing, jewelry, tarot card readers, tattoos and piercings.

In addition to the music lineup, the festi- val will feature a range of art and artisan booths displaying a variety of art, mosa- ics, clothing, and jewelry, including the digital art of Paul Chase. There will also be a caricature artist, a massage booth, a tarot card reader, and a tattoo tent by Empire Tattoo of Platteville, Wisconsin. A Cruisin’ For Hospice booth will be signing up participants for the Septem- ber 12 fundraising event as well as sell- ing chances on a quilt raffle.

Of course, central to the New Dig- gings Music Festival is music and the event does not disappoint on that ac- count. The festival starts off on Friday, August 28 with classic and alternative rock of Outta Control at the New Dig- gings General Store. Saturday’s pro- gram (August 29) features a full lineup A festival is not complete without food, starting with the original country-tinged and the New Diggings Music Festival rock of Jim The Mule outside from 2-6 again does not disappoint. The New p.m., followed by the always entertain- Diggings General Store and Inn will ing Betty & The Headlights in the Gen- be serving grilled cheeseburgers, “fi- eral Store from 8 p.m. to midnight with esta sausages,” and the famous Diggs the Fever River String Band across the barbeque pork sandwiches along with street at Anton’s. Sunday, August 30, plenty of cold beer in the outdoor beer the boys from BlackBloom will perform garden. Parking for the festival is free their original indie rock outdoors from all weekend and camping is available 2-6 p.m., with the amazing Celtic rock (organizers request no carry-in bever- of Seven Nations at the General Store ages, please). For more info call (608) from 6:30 p.m. 965-3231. Saturday, August 22 Sunday, August 23

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Be warned matey. Thar be pirates on that Ship which will be determined the follow- rivaaar. At least over Labor Day weekend ing day. that is. September 5-6 marks the dates of Captain Jack’s annual Pirate Party and The party continues, of course, Sunday, Treasure Hunt, or “Swashbucklin’ for the September 6 with another full day of pirate Booty” contest hosted by Mid-town Ma- party activities. The day’s events include a rina with the participation of a few other Children’s Treasure Hunt at 12:00 p.m., an- ports along the backwaters of the river. The other Gunnery Contest at 6 p.m., the Best two-day event features a “Gathering of the Costume and Best Ship contests, and live Brethren,” live music, costume and gun- music by reggae/Jimmy Buffet band Mr. nery contests, pirate ships (really!), vendors Myers from 7-11 p.m. But the focus of the offering pirate-related wares, and of course, afternoon (from 2-6 p.m.) will be squarely the Treasure Hunt. This is the 5th year for on the Pirate Treasure Hunt. the Pirate Party hosted by Captain Jack him- self. How so you participate? Here’s the deal: Assemble your pirate crew and a seaworthy The weekend party starts off on Saturday, vessel. (If you don’t have a boat, you can September 5 with the “Gathering of the still play along as all stops can be accessed Brethren” party which begins at noon and by auto, but we’re guessing that some sort lasts well into the evening with live music of watercraft will give you a distinct ad- provided by the Mississippi Band from 8 vantage over the landlubbers.) Sign up at p.m. Pirate crews will compete in the Gun- Mid-Town and begin searching the great nery Contest, where a three-person crew Mississippi River for the hidden treasure will use a giant slingshot to hurl water bal- chest. “But how will we find it?” you might loons at a target. Booths hosted by Swords be thinking. After all, it could be anywhere and More and Barbary Beach will be on – buried on an island in the channel, sub- hand purveying pirate-related goods. merged in some brackish backwater, tied in a tree … Well, you need some sort of trea- All are invited to participate in the “Pi- sure map that guides you to the correct lo- rate King” costume contest which will be cation – preferably with some well-known judged at 9 p.m. on costume, style, and pi- landmarks and clues like “ten paces to the rate history (the Q&A portion of the compe- south” and that sort of thing. tition, perhaps?). The winner of the Pirate King Contest will announced the following Here’s where the fun really starts. There is day and could be a man or woman. “Re- a treasure map with clues but it’s in piec- member, Elizabeth Swan was elected Pirate es and to assemble the full map you have King in the Pirates of the Caribbean,” re- guide your pirate schooner to a variety of minds Captain Jack. The winner will re- ports of call to collect the various clues. ceive a skull mug good for free libations at Treasure hunting pirates will need to visit Captain Jack’s Tiki Bar and will assist in the not only Mid-Town, but also the Yardarm, judging for the other costume contests for Best Pirate and Best Wench, as well as Best Continued on Page 21. GET THE TENDERLOIN SANDWICH FROM PEPPER SPROUT. HOLY SMOKES 19 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 Southern Graphics Council paper. Printmaker Louise Kames, MFA, Traveling Printmaking chair and professor of art at Clarke, Exhibition currently serves on the board of the Now until September 15 Southern Graphics Council. Quigley Gallery, Representing a wide range of print- Clarke College making processes and approaches, the Opening Reception, exhibition also presents a diverse col- Sunday, August 30 lection of imagery and content. War- rington Colescott, professor emeritus at Clarke College will host a spe- the University of Wisconsin-Madison, cial exhibition of prints, from now who served as the juror for the exhi- through September 15. Presented bition writes that the work deals “with by the Clarke College Art Depart- complex ideas that go beyond both ab- ment, the 2009 Southern Graph- straction and figuration and at the same ics Council Traveling Printmaking time open the profession to the current Exhibition will be on display in the technology revolution but without los- Quigley Gallery in the Atrium on ing the wealth of ancient tradition. It is the Clarke campus. An opening an exciting balance.” reception is scheduled for Sunday, August 30, from 2-4 p.m. Kames will host an opening reception, gallery talk and studio demonstration The special exhibition will display for the exhibition on Sunday, August a selection of 41 prints by members 30, from 2-4 p.m. in the Quigley Gal- of the Southern Graphics Council, lery. At 3 p.m., Kames will present a a 2,000 member international arts gallery talk on new trends and media organization dedicated to the ad- in printmaking. The exhibition, recep- vancement of artists, specifically tion, and gallery talk are all free and those who create original prints, open to the public. drawings, books and hand-made I RENEW MY ENERGY THROUGH OBSCENE AMOUNTS OF CAFFEINE 20 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

“The Good Stewards” Management and DMASWA which served By Mayor Roy D. Buol as sources of information for the planning and preparation. Our church leaders, parishioners and re- ligious organizations across the country Let’s talk about the donations – the silent see damage to the planet as an offense auction is the major part of fundraising al- to God’s creation. Over the past several lure of the festival each year … just ask my years, I have been fortunate to be invited wife, Deb! From crocheted doll clothes, to participate in stewardship celebrations to mega blocks, to pottery, to paintings, held by several of our local parishes, in- to leather massage recliners, hand carved cluding Nativity, St. Raphael’s Cathedral, jewelry cabinets, to baskets of wine and First Congregational United Church of goodies; to tickets for NFL games, to din- Christ, and Resurrection. Maybe it’s the ners for 6-8, to electric John Deere gators unique nature of this crisis — one that for kids…it’s an absolutely amazing ex- threatens economic security and the qual- perience under the tents – something for ity of life for the next generations — that everyone … no matter your interests! has intensified our roles as environmental stewards. Certainly, Resurrection Parish As Judy Giesen, Chair of the Resurrec- kicked things up several notches with the tion Environmental Stewardship Com- first ever “green” parish festival in the City mittee also known as the “Green Team” of Dubuque this past Sunday! S reported in the Witness, the Archdio- As in all things “community,” many orga- cese newspaper, “The City is resourcing nizations worked together for Resurrec- and observing our efforts; if successful, tion’s festival this year. Over 900 volun- Resurrection can be a model for future teers set up tents/tables & chairs/games/ Dubuque festivals and events!” Almost silent auction items/food tents and then all events were sustainable and the goal greeted, transported, served hot meals, was to hold a “zero waste” event by com- gave directions, answered questions, edu- posting food scraps, conserving water, cated citizens about which bins to use for and using recycling bins. In the past, this which type of waste, and thanked every- event has produced an estimated one ton one for coming! It was an amazing event of waste. To save a section of the landfill where the day’s rain and wind only added and convert that ton to garden compost to the sense of appreciation for our envi- is a great start! ronment! The parish’s Green Team was established Partners included the “Green Team” which two and a half years ago; the visioning was in charge of preparation and event process to become more sustainable promotion; the Social Justice Commit- actually began nine years ago. And, in tee which provided “green” information April of 2008, Resurrection participated and free trade coffee sales; Dittmer Recy- in a nine parish effort called the “Cel- cling which managed the hauling of food ebration of Creation.” I was honored to scraps & compostable dinnerware to the be a speaker at that meaningful event Dubuque Metro Area Solid Waste Agency that welcomed hundreds of Dubuque (DMASWA) Compost Facility; the Green citizens as participants. Team and Festival Dining Room Volun- teers who set up, served a warm meal to In a recent article in the Witness, Father over 3,000, and helped with the com- Hauer shared, “This is not just a fad. Rath- posting; the Boy Scouts who held special er, it’s a matter of Christian stewardship. events on recycling; Resurrection’s school To have peace in the world, you have to Maintenance staff who arranged for and live in peace with the environment.” placed yellow recycling bins from the City throughout the area; Youth Groups And, according to Catholic News Service, who manned and womaned fresh tap wa- the Pope’s message for World Peace Day ter stations; Welu Printing which prepared 2010 will center on environmental pro- the “Going Green” welcome & education tection. The theme will be, “If you want signs; and the City of Dubuque Resource to cultivate peace, safeguard creation.” THIN LIZZY IS STILL TOURING?! AWESOME! 21 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

Tuesdays Pub Quiz - 180 Main, 8 p.m. - First 3 Tuesdays of the month Open Jazz Jam - 180 Main (Upper Level), 8 p.m. Karaoke - Rainbow Lounge, Canfield Hotel, 7:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Karaoke - Dave Lorenz, Player’s Sports Bar, 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

Wednesdays Catfish Charlie’s, The Bent Prop, and the Wharf This year, registration for the Treasure Hunt Laughing Moon Comedy - Diamond Jo Casino, 8 p.m. WJOD Wild West Wed - (Country Dancing), Fairgrounds, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. at Massey Station. Captain Jack assures us that opens on Saturday, but key portions of the Karaoke - C-Sharp, A&B Tap, 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. all clues can be gathered by land or sea, which treasure map will not be given out until 2 p.m. Karaoke - Becky McMahon, Denny’s Lux Club, 8:30 p.m. -12:30 a.m. is rather egalitarian for such a rogue, but it just on Sunday. There will also be cash prizes for Karaoke - Bubblz Karaoke, Bricktown, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. doesn’t seem right to be hopping in and out Best Costumes (100 coins), Best Ship (200 Karaoke - Rainbow Lounge, Canfield Hotel, 7:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. of your Hyundai to piece together a treasure coins), and Best Gunnery Crew (75 coins), Karaoke - Dave Lorenz, Player’s Sports Bar, 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. map, but hey, it’s your pirate ship. plus a bottle of rum for each winner. The party is open to everyone, even if you don’t dress in Thursdays Part scavenger hunt, part poker run, the trea- costume. Live Music - Robbie Bahr & Laura McDonald, Gobbies, Galena, 9 p.m. -1a.m. sure hunt not only sounds like a lot of fun, but Y-105 Party Zone - Dbq Co. Fairgrounds, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. if you actually find the treasure chest, you and Mid-Town Marina is located at 285 5th Street Dueling Pianos - Diamond Jo Casino, 8 p.m. your pirate crew get split the booty, which in- in East Dubuque, IL (at the end of 6th Street Open Mic Showcase, Silver Dollar Cantina, 9 p.m. cludes a stash of coins, a bottle of rum, and a off Highway 20) or by river at Mile 579 (the Karaoke - Rainbow Lounge, Canfield Hotel, 7:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. limited edition flag. Last year’s treasure was entrance is past the second red buoy south of Karaoke - Becky McMahon, Ground Round, 9 p.m. - 12 a.m. Karaoke - Flyin’ Hawaiian, Shannon’s Bar, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. never found so the booty will be added to this the Julien Dubuque Bridge, but any good river Karaoke - Soundwave, Bulldog Billiards, 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. year’s stash – a total of 1,000 “Gold” Saca- pirate would already know that). For more in- Karaoke - Dave Lorenz, Player’s Sports Bar, 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. gawea coins! formation, call 563-599-8183. DJ Music - DJ Brian Imbus, Jumpers, 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Fridays Live Music - Leonardo Roldan/Romeo Bautista, Los Aztecas, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Karaoke - C-Sharp, A&B Tap, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Karaoke - Rainbow Lounge, Canfield Hotel, 7:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. Karaoke - Flyin’ Hawaiian, Sublime, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Karaoke - Becky McMahon, Champps, 9 p.m. Karaoke - Dave Lorenz, Player’s Sports Bar, 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Karaoke - Brian Leib’s Essential Entertainment, Aragon Tap, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. DJ Music - Main Event DJ, Gin Rickeys, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. DJ Music - Sound Ideas DJ, Timmerman’s Supper Club, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. DJ Music - DJ Brian Imbus, Jumpers, 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.

Saturdays Live Comedy - Arthur House Restaurant, Platteville, 9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. The B52’s Pet Shop Boys Live Music - Leonardo Roldan/Romeo Bautista, Los Aztecas, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Karaoke - Rainbow Lounge, Canfield Hotel, 7:30 p.m. - 2 a.m. House of Blues, Chicago • August 21 Chicago Theatre, Chicago • September 14 Karaoke - C-Sharp, A&B Tap, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Karaoke - Bubblz Karaoke, Bricktown, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Karaoke - Flyin Hawaiian, George & Dales, (East Dub.) 9p.m. - 1 a.m. Pearl Jam Bruce Springsteen Karaoke - Dave Lorenz, Player’s Sports Bar, 9 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. United Center, Chicago • August 23/24 United Center, Chicago • September 20 Karaoke - Starburst Karaoke, w/Dave Winders, Instant Replay, 9 p.m.-1a.m. DJ Music - Main Event DJ, Gin Rickeys, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. DJ Music - Sound Ideas DJ, Timmerman’s Supper Club, 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Dream Theater P!nk Chicago Theatre, Chicago • August 23 Rosemont Theatre, Chicago • September 26 Sundays Open Mic with Sean Kramer (Mississippi Flat Miners), A&B Tap, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Karaoke - Flyin’ Hawaiian, Knicker’s Saloon, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. ZZ Top AC/DC Karaoke - Phoenix Entertainment, The Hangout (East Dub.), 9 p.m. - 3 a.m. Wisconsin Dells • August 29 Wells-Fargo Center, Des Moines • October 9 If you have updates, additions or corrections to the recurring nightlife calendar, please contact 365 with the new information @ [email protected]! Steely Dan They Might Be Giants Chicago Theatre • August 31 Barrymore Theatre, Madison • October 11 THE BEST WAY TO READ ULYSSES IS TO NOT START. ZING, GELMS! 22 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 Bob’s Book Reviews Mr. Bloom’s Special Day by Bob Gelms

August 13 was the anniversary of James is asleep rightwise in the bed. story of a little day in Dublin in June of Joyce’s first published work of fiction. It 1904. Anything else Joyce threw into it was the short story Two Sisters and it was makes it enjoyable on a variety of levels published in an agricultural journal in but he always wanted it to entertain just uses humor to get his point across so, it 1904. Why an agricultural journal, be- on the face of it. helps if you were raised an Irish Catho- cause they paid him, that’s why. He later lic. You might get more of the jokes but reworked it and it is included in his short Joyce uses a literary technique which is a as with the connections to Homer’s Od- story collection Dubliners. form of “stream of consciousness” more yssey, it’s not necessary to the enjoyment properly called “interior monologue.” of the book. In my humble opinion, Ul- I was thinking about that all week when This is what trips people up. Joyce puts ysses is a lot easier to read than anything a friend of mine called and wanted some the reader in direct contact with a char- written by those crazy Russians or Henry suggestions on how to read Joyce’s Ul- acter’s mind. This can get confusing be- James for that matter. ysses. I said, “Start at page one and keep cause Joyce never announces when he reading until there isn’t anything left to plans to use it. So, if you are reading it As famous as Ulysses is, it is still a book read.” It turns out he was serious. He for the first time and you come to a pas- that is largely unread and if you happen called me because he knew that when sage you don’t comprehend, then skip to be in High School, that’s when I first I was doing time in Grad school I was along until you get to a part that is easier read it, you might be motivated by the concentrating on the Irish Literary Re- to understand. same thing I was. I’ll use Virginia Wolf’s naissance. In large part that would be criticism to describe it here in a family James Joyce, Synge, Yeats, and Oscar In Ulysses Joyce was reacting to the strict publication. She said that, “In Ulysses, Wilde. I have written about Ulysses in Catholic culture in Ireland and what that Mr. Joyce seems to have a cloacal obses- these pages before but I’ve always been Section three is dedicated to Molly has done to the character of the Irish sion.” Whatever you do don’t ask your a little reluctant to suggest anyone read it Bloom and is one of the most astonish- people. He didn’t like it and mostly he Mom, just run for the dictionary. because it has something of an intimidat- ing pieces of writing in English or any ing reputation as a difficult book to read. other language. Molly is stirred awake It’s interesting that nowadays Ulysses is when Bloom climbs into bed. She then, considered difficult to read and when it in her mind, relives all kinds of things in was published in 1922 it was considered a kaleidoscope of memories. She thinks pornographic. These days, with, maybe, about her marriage in all of its permuta- one or two exceptions in the book, you tions, the good and the bad. She thinks could see racier stuff on Nick at Night. about Boylan and her assignation earlier So, I thought, since I’ve been doing this in the day. Finally, she decides that she for that last three and a half years here at is still in love with Bloom and the book 365ink maybe the time has come. ends with the most famous affirmation in all of literature. “…I asked him with my Joyce divided Ulysses into three sections. eyes to ask again yes and then he asked The first section deals with Stephen Ded- me would I yes to say yes my mountain alus and picks up his story where A Por- flower and first I put my arms around trait of the Artist as a Young Man leaves him yes and drew him down to me so off. Dedalus was the main character in he could feel my breasts all perfume yes that book. An irritating self indulgent and his heart was going like mad and yes snob, we find him teaching school at the I said yes I will Yes.” beginning of Ulysses instead of forging ‘in the smithy of my soul the uncreated Joyce further divides the book into 18 conscience of my race,” which was his episodes or scenes. These scenes corre- plan at the end of Portrait. He is a minor spond to episodes in Homer’s Odyssey. character in Ulysses and a prig. In Joyce’s hands it is a comedy like no other ever written. Bloom is Odysseus, Section two is the main body of the book Molly is Penelope, and Stephen Dedalus and deals with Leopold Bloom. We fol- is Telemachus. If you know the Odyssey low him around town as he carries on then Ulysses is transformed into one of his day, part of which is taken up with the high points of western culture. the mental anguish he goes through sus- pecting that his wife, Molly, is having an Let’s say you have never read the Odys- affair with a guy named Blazes Boylen. sey. Can you still enjoy Ulysses? Happily, He ends the day falling into bed, slightly the answer is yes. The story all by itself tipsy, with his head at the foot of the bed is interesting and filled with interesting and his feet at the head of the bed. Molly characters. It’s perfectly enjoyable as the I MANAGE MY ATTITUDE WITH LOTS OF DEEP-FRIED FOOD 23 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

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Instead of bringing in just trees from and some extra additives are used to give the west coast, however, he went to the the doors additional water-repellency. west coast, machined them and brought the finished product back to the Midwest. “Not only is our manufacturing facility So that’s kind of the Dubuque start of it. itself unique, but so is the product that And then in 1978 they purchased the ships out every week to dealers across the building we’re in now from Caradco plus country,” explains Gardner Lance, gen- another building to form JELD-WEN in eral manager in Peosta. “The JELD-WEN Dubuque.” composite wood garage door, available in three styles and multiple designs, is These days the Dubuque operation fo- a unique product within the residential cuses on interior door faces, which are overhead door industry. The exterior sur- also manufactured by five other plants in face of the door, produced in Dubuque, the U.S. plus operations in Australia and is made using 80% recycled wood fibers, Eastern Europe. Locally ,153,000 door resin and wax. This composition qualifies faces are produced every month at the the facing and trim of the doors for SCS Dubuque facility, and then shipped to lo- certification, as well as making the doors cations throughout the nation where they eligible for environmental certifications, are framed and prepped for final sale at such as LEED, Green Globe and NAHB.” retail outlets. In addition to using recycled wood ma- “From here we palletize everything and terial, Gardner says another reason the doors go to a JELD-WEN or another JELD-WEN’s doors are part of the Green door-finishing plant, where they’ll decide Building Initiative is because they con- if the face will have a solid core or hol- tain environmentally friendly CFC-free low core or something different,” says expanded polystyrene insulation. He says Jay. “We’re basically taking scrap mate- this type of insulation offers a high R- rial from Ashley Furniture, Pella Windows value, which does not decrease over time and Eagle Window & Door, and taking and helps with efficiency to keep energy what would go into a boiler or bio-mass costs down. and actually grinding it up, adding resin “The unique and innovative material of I MARINATE MY POPCORN WITH MORE BUTTER 25 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 more could you ask for? Here are four a stroke and 36% lower risk for cancer. Chia Seeds straightforward choices you should make The most dramatic reduction from any Chia seeds combine the best of both worlds to avoid high medical costs in the future: two of the four habits combined was from when it comes to reducing inflammation. people who had never smoked and who Chia seeds contain some of the highest Get regular physical activity. maintained a BMI under 30. Their risk for amounts of anti-inflammatory plant-based Eat a healthy diet. chronic diseases was reduced by 72%! omega-3 fats and are super-rich in antioxi- Don’t smoke. dants. Have a spoonful of chia seeds every Avoid obesity. Prevention works. Hy-Vee can help! At day for optimal pain relief. Hy-Vee, we care about your health and long-term wellness. Over half of our stores Cherry Juice have registered dietitians on staff and many After an intense workout, add a shot of tart more have registered pharmacists. 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No wonder healthcare nutrients in salmon tend to have an antiin- Reform” Plan: spending is out of control! Really .. Foods for flammatory effect and may help reduce the pain associated with some types of arthri- Make Healthy Choices! A recent study published in the Archives Loosening Stiff Joints tis, especially rheumatoid arthritis. of Internal Medicine showed that adher- We’ve all heard that our country cannot ing to these four healthy behaviors can Suffering from swollen and stiff joints? Walnuts sustain its current healthcare expenditures. have a major impact on your well-being Complaining of too much pain after an in- Walnuts are a whole food with whole-body Many people have many ideas on how to in the future. They found that only 9% of tense workout? Certain foods are naturally benefits. Walnuts are clearly one of the to- fix the problem. I say, “Start at home!” people practiced all four behaviors. When designed to help ease pain while other pranked foods in antioxidant content. They You can improve your chances of not de- you compare this 9% to people who don’t foods help reduce swelling and inflam- are also one of the few nuts with a signifi- veloping several chronic diseases with the follow any of the practices, they had a mation. To keep joints pain free, try eating cant amount of plant-based omega-3 fatty choices you make today. Guess what? 93% lower risk for diabetes, 81% lower more of the following foods. acids. You’ll spend less and feel better! What risk for a heart attack, 50% lower risk for I COULD GO FOR A DEL MAR BURRITO RIGHT ABOUT NOW 26 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 here in Dubuque. Late July into August finds the band playing with some new material that might debut this fall, but for now fans will have to settle for those songs they know but might not yet know all the words.

Also performing will be Nate Jenkins. Jenkins, who has been further honing his songs, arrangements, and vocals while playing solo with cool looping tech- niques over the last couple of years has been taking the material out with a new band that includes Chad Witthoeft and Brad Cavanagh. The band’s DubuqueF- est set, which also included guest player Eric Balayti was a revelation. The Silver Dollar set should provide further evi- dence that Jenkins with a band around him does indeed rock.

By Mike Ironside

Berries, Pimps, roots country and lots of local indie rock should keep things in- teresting. Here’s what August holds in store:

BlackBloom Saturday, August 22 Nick, Bobby, Brandon, Kurt, and Scott return to the BlackBloom home base also known as the Dollar Saturday, Au- gust 22. Drawing on a wide variety of influences to create their funky, psyche- delic-tinged indie rock, BlackBloom has truly created a uniquely original sound. By the time they play this show, Black- Bloom will have opened for rock super- stars Collective Soul at The Rave in Mil- Alma Sub Rosa waukee and that is pretty dang cool. Nate Jenkins Friday, August 21 The Roger Cruise Band Dubuque’s own Alma Sub Rosa, front- With Fish On Amphetamines ed by talented singer and songwriter Friday, August 28 Kristina Castaneda, is set to bring their Many will recognize Roger Cruise as the unique sound to the Silver Dollar, hope- incredibly talented guitar player in Betty fully finding an even wider audience on & the Headlights who can play most Friday, August 21. Continuing to mine anything and make it look easy while the rich vein of mostly indescribable in- he’s doing it. Yeah that’s the guy. Well die-pop whatever-it-is they do (seriously, he’s got a band that includes Chuck Van I play with the band and I can’t tell you), Cleve on drums and Pab Adams, whom Alma Sub Rosa scored notable perfor- some will recognize as the jazzy drum- mances this summer at Martyrs in Chi- mer in ‘Round Midnight. Following so cago and a sweet set at Diva-Fest right Continued on Page 30. I TRIED DOKU, I FOUND IT WORKS BEST IN THE BATHROOM! 27 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

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PUZZLE ANSWERS from page 27 Dr. Skrap’s completely useless Sudoku 1 Sudoku 2 Warning: Do not take Trixie HOROSCOPES seriously. We mean it. Aries 3/21-4/19 A trip to Whole Foods in Madison to search for deli- Dear Trixie: I have just recently moved cious gluten-free food options leads to town and had my first ladies lun- you to understand one very important thing about companies cheon. I was told at separate times by three who make “delicious” gluten-free bread and pasta replace- different ladies that my decorating style was “eclectic”. One ments... they are all damn liars. used the phrase “delightfully eclectic”. What exactly does it mean when someone tells you your home is “eclectic”? -- Taurus 4/20-5/20 Getting the last airport rental car in the lot, Cryptoquip Brenda on Bies Drive but then finding out it’s a Cadillac Escalade should make you feel like a real winner. But then you see they guy getting off the private jet, skipping TSA and getting into a big car with a driver Dear Brenda On Bies: just shows you someone’s always got it better. It means your new friends are much too polite to come right out and say your home is full of mismatched crap. Gemini 5/21-6/21 The new filters your company placed on Crossword the internet at the office have been very successful at keep- Dear Trixie: ing you from spending their precious time staying engaged in My new neighbors have kids who are considerate and po- your community and your world. When you quit and move to lite. The oldest-- Travis--who is 12, came over and raked our another city, be sure to remind the current boss how much you leaves without even being asked. When I offered him money appreciate their intense efforts to stifle your ability to find ways he said he couldn’t accept it in good conscience. What kind to get involved in the community and make Dubuque your of kid talks like that? It seems weird to me. Also their whole home via the web. family seems to enjoy each other’s company and want to spend time together. Do you think there’s something wrong Cancer 6/22-7/22 You develop some kind of an addiction to with them? --Nervous Neighbor Phoenix Rolls at Taiko Japanese Steakhouse. But you manage to convince yourself that an addiction to sushi can’t be the worst thing in the world for you... until you check your bank Dear Nervous Neighbor: statement. You might want to try a more affordable addiction, Yes I do. Normal parents have sullen, angry children who like say Pearson’s Peanut No Rolls. won’t speak at all except to say things like: “I hate you. I wish you were dead.” Or, “you’re ruining my life!” It’s possi- Leo 7/23-8/22 They say the only place you’ll find success be- ble they are an alien family from another galaxy. I wouldn’t fore work is in the dictionary. But that was before reality televi- Even Exchange get too close. sion. If you’re okay with either unabashed nudity, perversion or letting the world hate you, you’re bound for lazy greatness. Dear Trixie: I am turning 20 next week and have just been asked out on Virgo 8/23-9/22 Based on how many Barardi’s you will have my first date. I would like to be a wife and mother as soon as at the Town Clock this Friday, you will from now on call the possible. Can you give me some tips for snaring a husband? Dubuque and All That Raz. You should have know to stop when the Jaycees cut you off, but no, you had to get surrogates. --Tiffany On 20TH Street What happens at jazz... stays... on the internet. Don’t you ever Mega go to Dubuque365.com? Hope your boss doesn’t either. Dear Tiffany: Never let a man see you eat ANYTHING. If you Maze faint from hypoglycemia you will appear fragile and femi- Libra 9/23-10/22 That Brett Favre tattoo you got across your nine and this will make him feel masculine and chivalrous. chest is 1998 is starting to give you angina. Never let him see you without full make-up and perfectly coiffed hair. Never let a man know you have normal bodily Scorpio 10/23-11/21 When your date lowers the arm rest be- functions. If you must use the toilet--and this is crucial-- run tween your theater seats you realize shouldn’t have invested in the water in the sink or play rollicking Sousa marches on a the jumbo combo at the concession stand, because you ain’t hidden CD player. The longer you can perpetuate the myth gettin’ any either way tonight. of gentle feminine loveliness the better off you’ll be. And whatever you do--withhold all sex. Good luck dear. Sagittarius 11/22-12/21 You show up for the first day of school only to find they administration has pulled the mimeograph THE ANSWERS Questions on Page 6 machines out of storage, bringing back the days of purple text Dear Trixie: and slightly damp paper. Don’t expect the year to get any better. It takes my husband so long to finish having sex with me that You don’t know what they’re serving in the lunch room yet. 1. B) The famine lasted from 1845 - last night I actually dozed off in the middle. This seemed to 1849. really upset him. I love the guy and I wouldn’t hurt him for Capricorn 12/22-1/19 The waifish waitress who gives you poor 2. D) Wow! $24,000 to Hospice in two anything in the world. What can I do? Do you have any tips service is one insult away from an eating disorder. Be kind. years! for staying awake during sex? --No Names Please 3. D) Vikings.... Favre... GRRRR!!! Aquarius 1/20-2/18 Your generosity in carrying around little Dear No Names Please: I make a mental inventory of all 104 Ziplock bags of fresh herbs to give your friends, while pure of 4. B) A bodram is an Irish drum chemical elements. Then I arrange the elements in groups heart, could get you in a real mess reminiscent of a bad sitcom 5. C) Nazareth is from Scotland according to their physical and chemical properties---va- when the county mountie’s got you spread eagle on the hood 6. C) Mathias Loras was from France lence, melting point, and electrochemical properties. Then of a patrol car for possessing two ounces of fresh basil. 7. A & C) The hotel had two names I reconstruct the periodical table. I like to work out new Wales and Lorimer. Pisces 2/19-3/20 While misplacing your own child is the worst combinations: two elements in group K, eight in group L, feeling on earth, you will find that arriving home from Skate 8. A) The Royal Order of Hiberians eighteen in group M. And every once in a while I scream, Country with more kids than you went with is also surprisingly peaked in the 1840’s and 50’s. YES, YES, YES! unsettling. I WON’T ASK WHERE SOME OF THESE BANDS GET THEIR NAMES 29 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3 tion for “Best Americana Album of the After Timbuk3’s half-dozen critically ac- to be that rock music should also be en- Year” in the 2009 Los Angeles Music claimed albums, MacDonald went solo tertaining, to both the people that make Awards, Morphew found himself back and moved to Barcelona, Spain where it – even if they might be giggling to in Iowa looking for a band with which he recorded several albums for a Ger- themselves – and the audience trying to to perform. Through an ad on Craigslist, man label, including an album of De- figure out how they ever came up with he found Minneapolis bass player Paul peche Mode covers. Now back in his that bizarre song. Cherba who also knew drummer Mari- native Wisconsin, MacDonald has re- ano Flores and guitarist Peter Dotson. leased a new solo CD Troubadour of Paper Mache, Battlefields Some might remember Dubuque native Stomp, his first domestic release since All-Ages show Dotson from The Public Radio Band that 1997. No longer using the boom box Sunday, September 6 performed at Summerfest and 180 Main for a rhythm section, MacDonald uses a Spokane, Washington’s Paper Mache re- a few years back. stomp box and swampy sounding blues turns to perform at 180 Main just one guitar or cigar box guitar as the setting day short of a year since their show last Rehearsing this spring, the band has put for his still unique songwriting and har- September. Compared to bands as di- together a tight show of Morphew’s orig- monica wail. Ranging from raw and verse as Bright Eyes and The Replace- inals and a diverse set of covers that will dangerous blues to sweet and irresist- ments, Paper Mache delivers singer Seth no doubt surprise and entertain. “We ible pop, MacDonald’s songs deserve Woodward’s honest, heartfelt songs with wanted to keep it all pretty high ener- an audience outside the shadow cast by a mix of raw energy and sophistication. gy and danceable but still offer a wide the one hit single for which many will The band is currently on tour promot- range of music so that there is something remember him. ing their latest CD, Easier to Lose. Pa- for everyone,” said Morphew in his on- per Mache will be joined by Minnesota/ Sure, late August is festival-laden, but line bio. “Most people enjoy a variety Athens North Dakota doom/sludge/post metal where are you gonna go after they stop of good music so it makes sense to us to Friday, September 5 five-piece Battlefields. Note that this serving beers … yeah, I thought so. See keep that in mind when choosing cover Chicago foursome Athens rocks the 180 is an all-ages show and will begin at 5 you at 180 Main. songs to play.” Covering everything from Main basement Friday, September 5. p.m. rock classics like The Beatles, Hendryx, Recording in a church they converted Cream, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors, to into a home studio, the band created Mark your calendars… ‘70s gems from Bowie, Joe Walsh, and their most recent CD What Would We …for Wednesday, September 9 for the Steve Miller, to ‘80s and ‘90s stuff from Wear Were We Werewolves? At differ- experimental instrumental music of The Police, Prince, Violent Femmes, and ent times odd, comic, creepy, and rau- Lincoln, Nebraska trio The Machete Jane’s Addiction, to newer material from cous, the music covers a lot of ground Archive, Friday, September 11 for the Kings of Leon, Coldplay, Death Cab For sonically, and touches on a range of in- eclectic party rock of The Lonely Goats, Cutie, and Foo Fighters, Morphew and fluences so wide it would be pointless and Saturday, September 12 for the Chi- The Hit are sure to live up to their band to list them. The unifying theme seems cago funk of The Right Now. name.

Just Cuz Friday, August 28 Providing an alternative to the usual 180 Main alternative, Just ‘Cuz describes David Zollo & The Body Electric themselves as a “Baby Boomer Band” Friday, August 21 that caters to that particular generation Oh man, it’s gonna be a party! Are you by playing a mix of classic rock, coun- kiddin’ me? Dubuque’s favorite honky- try, and folk. If you need another reason tonk piano bluesman David Zollo will to go, please refer to the name of the be rocking out with his band The Body band. Electric at 180 Main after All That Jazz at the Town Clock (featuring the funky Pat MacDonald Zydeco of Lil’ Brian and the Travelers). Saturday, August 29 You just know that barefoot and stomp- Remember that song from the ‘80s ing, Mr. Zollo is gonna bring it. You “The Future’s So Bright, I Gotta Wear know what we’re talking about. If you Shades?” Of course you do. The song don’t, get out from whatever rock you’re has appeared in numerous movies, TV living under and check it out. shows, and on compilation CDs and is probably one of the few songs of that Alan Morphew Band era you would actually be happily sur- Saturday, August 22 prised to hear on the radio. You might Multi-talented singer and award-win- even smile, noting that its understated ning songwriter Alan Morphew will no wry commentary is still strangely cur- doubt be a revelation to the 180 Main rent. You might also recall the song was audience when he performs with his created by a male/female duo known as band The Hit on Saturday, August 22. Timbuk3. An L.A.-trained professional vocalist, Morphew has worked with Kiss and Well the male half of that configuration the Goo Goo Dolls, and appears on was Pat MacDonald and he’s coming to Neil Young’s Living With War. With 180 Main to play a solo show on August his latest CD American Dream having 29. You might wonder what MacDonald received critical praise and a nomina- has been up to in the intervening years. PAY NO ATTENTION TO THE HITMAN BEHIND THE CURTAIN 30 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

Silver Dollar Entertainment White House. Recording American B- Concluded from Page 26. Sides in Arizona with friends from Gin Blossoms, The Pistoleros, and Dead Hot Workshop, Ashbrook took the new far? Well just to confuse things further, recordings on the road promoting them Betty might be joining the boys on a from his new base in Portland, Oregon. few songs and Adams will also be pull- With regular touring across the United ing double-duty as bass player for Fish States and Europe Ashbrook continues On Amphetamines, the original rock to build a fan base to match the critical project fronted by Aaron Roeth. Stated acclaim of his recordings, including simply, it will be a night of good music his 2004 live two CD set. by local players you might know in a ing rowdy audiences and developing a direction you might not have expected. Mark your calendars… devoted following of Sublime fanatics Check it out. For Thursday, September 3 for the and casual fans alike. Their energetic, bluegrass of Hickory Hill Project, Fri- tight performances at festivals, islands, Second Hand Smoke day, September 4 for another “surprise colleges, and house parties have quick- Saturday, August 29 guest” after All that Jazz, Friday, Sep- ly confirmed their status as the ultimate Chicago-based Sublime tribute trio tember 11 for the Minus Six, Saturday, tribute to the Long Beach sound.” Second Hand Smoke returns to rock September 12 for the rocking bluegrass the Dollar August 29. Any Sublime of the Mayflies, Friday, September 18, Stephen Ashbrook who has seen this band can vouch for the Minneapolis power pop of The Tuesday, September 1 for the show these guys deliver, but Melismatics, and Saturday, Septem- Tempe, Arizona (by way of Portland, here’s what the Chicago Tribune said ber 19 for the rock-n-roll of The Krank Oregon) singer-songwriter Stephen about the band, “Secondhand Smoke Daddies. is proving itself to be the best tribute to Ashbrook plays a special performance the Phoenix Tribune’s Best Acoustic Sublime on earth. The trio has steadily at the Silver Dollar on Tuesday, Septem- Performer in both 1998 and 2000 fol- been touring internationally, captivat- ber 1. Ashbrook’s career took off dur- lowed by a performance for President ing his time in Arizona when he won Bill Clinton by special request of the

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Thursday, August 20th 6:00 pm New Member Orientation, 7:30 pm General Membership meeting, both at the clubhouse. Will be voting on a new name for the haunted house at the Fairgrounds.

Friday, August 21st Dubuque and All That Jazz! 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Townclock Plaza. We would like to get three people (or three teams) to chair each tent for this event.

Thursday, September 3rd Executive Board 6:00 pm, Full Board 6:30 pm.

Friday, October 2nd 4 Person best shot at Bunker Hill. Tee times from 1:00 p.m. 40.00 per person, dinner only, $12.00. RSVP’s will need to be made to Tammi Herbst, 543-0466 or [email protected].

Saturday, October 3rd Chili Trot, registration at AY McDonald Park. While it’s still two months away it’s time to get the word out for the chili trot 2009. If you have any questions, please e-mail [email protected].

www.DubuqueJaycees.org EVERYONE’S A LITTLE BIT IRISH. EVEN THE GERMANS! 31 AUGUST 20 - SEPT 3

wouldn’t have this festival if not for them. the defining elements of Dubuque, in Jeff’s not Irish, but he loves the music, he that you see so many different businesses, loves seeing people down at the riverfront ... you just can’t say enough about how important they’ve been in making this go.”

As mentioned earlier, the Irish Hooley also acts as a fundraiser for Hospice of Dubuque.

“When we started out, we were really just trying to cover our costs,” says Lange. “But when we moved down to the river, it became clear that we could do more than that. So we’ve been able every year to put some money away for a rainy day, put some money towards the Claddagh Irish Dancers, and mostly we decided to adopt Hospice as our main partner of benefit- ing from the festival. So many people care about Hospice, and people have been touched by their services. It was natural.” and its Irish Fest.” The Irish Hooley After Hospice of Dubuque became the Continued from Page 4. But perhaps the defining characteristic of Hooley’s beneficiary, the Rotary Club of groups, people in the community contrib- the Irish Hooley is the sense of collabora- Dubuque also stepped up to the plate. uting to all these events, moreso than you college kids pack the stage ... they’re a tion that seems to permeate through every see in a lot of larger communities. I think band for everyone, and that’s what we’re aspect of its operations. “After we moved away from the Fair- that’s really important.” all about.” grounds, it became important for us to have a partner who could help us with “It’s a cliche, but everybody’s winning,” As a result of such a varied musical lineup, serving beverages, taking care of checking says Lange. “We’re having a heck of a lot the Irish Hooley can truly be considered IDs, wristbands, all that stuff,” says Lange. of fun doing this, people love the event a leader in the resurgence of Irish culture “Rotary has not just gotten involved in immensely, there’s a lot of direct benefit and musical popularity that started in the that, but its members have gotten in- coming out of it, and it’s now established United States around 15 years ago or so. volved in other areas of the event, serv- its place as one of the annual festivals. I ing on committees. So many people have just see things getting bigger and bigger “Irish music came to the United States, it pitched in and made it their own thing ... from here on out.” had a big influence on country and Ap- now it’s fun. Now we can talk about what palachian music, and then it went back we want to do next, not worry about how Sounds fine to us. The Irish Hooley will across the pond, and Irish music in Ire- to keep it afloat.” be held on Saturday, August 29, with the land kind of changed as a result of Ameri- “One thing that I feel needs to be men- gates opening at 12 p.m. Admission is $8 can influence,” says Lange. “And then that tioned is that the City of Dubuque has “It’s touching a lot of different community in advance or $10 at the gate, and chil- came back across again. So the explo- been tremendously helpful, helping us groups, so we’re very proud of that,” says dren under 10 are free. Advance tickets sion, in terms of Irish and Celtic music, figure out the logistics, helping us through Schroeder. are available at Premier Bank locations, has been a large part of the resurgence of the paperwork, all that,” says Lange. “And Hospice of Dubuque or Shamrock Im- Irish culture -- although you have to say then there’s Jeff Mozena, of Premier Bank. Touching further on community involve- ports. For more information, call 563- that much of it started with Milwaukee They’ve been great partners, and we ment, Lange adds, “I think that’s one of 588-5000.