JUNE 24–JULY 7, 2021 ISSUE #385

THE INKWELL Bryce Parks Publisher & everything else [email protected]

Kristina Nesteby Design & layout [email protected]

Mike Ironside nightlife [email protected]

Lisa Stevenson Advertising [email protected] 563-580-1691 Lori Menke Advertising COVER [email protected] 18 Independence Day is no 319-450-5151 longer canceled! The Tri-states gear up for Independence CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Day with celebrations throughout the community with fi reworks, parades, Gwen Beatty and fun for the whole family Good Advice [email protected] FEATURES Matt Booth 16 Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar Mattitude Grand Opening [email protected] 17 Pride in the Tri-States Sara Carpenter 30 Textile Brewing Company DIy Advice [email protected] 35 Picture Yourself in the Tri-States

Danny Fairchild SECTIONS Dining & Horoscopes [email protected] 4 Events 15 Arts Bob Gelms Bob’s Book Reviews 22 Nightlife [email protected] 30 Columnists Pam Kress-Dunn Columnist WHERE’S WANDO? [email protected] We’ve hidden Wando somewhere in this issue of Sunil Malapati 365ink. Can you fi nd him? Dining [email protected] 365ink Magazine Sara Eliot Steuer 432 Bluff st, Dubuque, IA 52001 Feature Writer 563-588-4365 [email protected] [email protected] Dubuque365.com SPECIAL THANKS Facebook: @Dubuque365 Instagram: @365ink Christy Monk, Gina siegert, Julien’s Journal, Fran Parks, Tim Brechlin, Gen. Bob Felderman, Ron & All contents © 2006–2021, Jennifer Tigges, Dave Haas, Rich Belmont & Community Incorporated. All rights Margie Blair, Mike Damaso, Paul Gilligan, reserved. All bacon served semi-crispy. Paul & sandy Meyer, Coco the offi ce dog, Wesley Cat, Copper Kettle’s seared sesame Tuna Bowls, all of our 365ink friends and advertisers… and you for reading.

2 365INK MAGAZINE June 24–July 7, 2021 Issue #385 DUBUQUE365.COM Do you ever meet new friends, find new With so much focus on “mainstream” your nose without it ever landing on your do those same things. Some have orga- interests, or go to new places within your entertainment, fads, and trends, it’s doorstep. You don’t have to get involved, nized groups that get together and host community and find out there are whole always eye-opening when you dis- but just give it consideration and appreci- events. Some have built virtual communi- worlds, as small as your community is, that cover something that has grown to ate that it is there for the people who want ties on social media to share information you were not really very aware existed? encompass a huge interest base with- it and hope they consider and feel the and local tips. You just have to look. And For whatever reason, I keep noticing out ever blipping on your own radar. same about the things you care about. if you can’t find that organized group of this around Dubuque lately. Maybe some For example, there’s a musician com- So when people vote against school like-minded Dubuquers, it doesn’t mean of that is driven by me trying out new ing back to Five Flags soon named Cody levies because they have no kids or they are not out there. Maybe it’s simply things, but, also, I started looking for them. Jinks. He was here two years ago. I didn’t entertainment venues because they don’t a case that no one has organized them I wrote about biking a couple issues know who he was, but that’s not surpris- go to concerts, they are saying that they yet. Could you be that person? It can all back. I got an e-bike and here, 35 years ing; I’m not really a country music guy. are fine with other people denying them start with a Facebook group. You never after I last rode a bike for more than 30 But the thing is, he isn’t really isn’t a investment in community resources they know where it can grow from there. seconds, I found myself riding a lot. Four mainstream country music guy, either. I wish would happen. You can’t have it both At this point you are probably think- hundred miles later, I have “discovered” guess you’d call him red dirt country. He ways. Consider the size of the popula- ing, “Duh, Bryce, this idea applies to just what a lot of other people knew all along: doesn’t have “hits” such as you’d rank tion affected, not just whether or not about everything.” And you would be There are a lot of trails in Dubuque for them on the Billboard charts, but he has you are part of that population, before right. But until you take time to appre- riding bikes. They were never something a following. I know because I was at the supporting or not supporting an invest- ciate all of the resources, groups, and that intersected with my everyday life in show. I was there because we help sell ment. And if an investment is made, general opportunities available to you the past, so although I saw them, I didn’t beverages to raise money for Toys For consider using that resource. Go to that in the community, even the ones you pay a lot of attention to them. Now that I Tots, which is great for the charity. Man, park, enjoy that concert, ride that trail. will never take part in, it all just kind of need and use them, I am constantly and the place was packed. Not just packed, These groups and resources are also, passes you by in a blur. And just because pleasantly surprised with where they go. I I believe the show was sold out. A guy obviously, not limited to civically-funded you don’t use a thing does not make it think we all know about the Dubuque Jay- I’ve never even heard of who is not on things. Are you a serious gardener? Do without value. Mostly because there are cees Trail next to the Lake Peosta Channel the radio sold out a Five Flags concert… you like to do plein air painting? Do you things you use that other people don’t, near the Dubuque-Wisconsin Bridge, but in the arena… based on an underground fish or play an instrument or smoke meat? and to them those things have no value, how about the trail on the other side of the following and word of mouth. That There are many others in the area who but to you, it means the world. n bridge, on Chaplain Schmitt Island, that is amazing. As a Rush fan, I get that winds through the marshlands and behind feeling, but even they got on the radio Q Casino and comes out at the camp- now and again. This was impressive. ground? Or the trail that runs the length Then again, I don’t think I could tell of the Northwest Arterial? Seeing how you the name of a Justin Bieber song to regularly people leave the Asbury Plaza save my life, so perhaps I’m the wrong shopping center parking lot squarely in the person to judge here. But I do at least middle of where the trail crosses traffic at know who he is. By the way, the next Cody the stoplight, I think it’s clear that a lot of Jinks show is almost sold out already, people sort of zone out their existence. too, and it just went on sale. So, welcome What was as impressive as the exis- to that secret subculture of Dubuque. tence of the trails is how heavily they Live music in general is, of course, a are used. Heading out Heritage Trail to mainstay of Dubuque. We are so very Durango on any day of the week, you will lucky to have such a broadly diverse offer- cross paths with dozens of people or more: ing of local live music week in and week bikers, walkers, moms with strollers, guys out in Dubuque. Local talent is abundant, with fishing poles, and more. I often see and opportunities to take in that music packs of bikers riding together. And this is don’t just come on weekend nights. You on a weekday afternoon, not a Saturday. can see great music most nights of the But this is just one of probably a week, and during the day on weekends. thousand little subcultures in Dubuque Please don’t think you are too old for that, once discovered, turn out to be live music or that was a thing you “used sprawling webs of interconnected people to do” because you are sorely missing doing things or sharing interests that you out on some very good times. Check out possibly had no idea about. Some are hard the live music spread in this issue and to miss, like stock car racing fans, mostly find a show to make a date out of it. because you can’t help but hear the cars I’m not going to get into the subcul- roaring across the west end of town. But tures that surely exist in our community have you gone to the races? That’s a lot that are less than positive. Those are of people, and yet so many others have everywhere else too, so no reason to beat never even seen the track before. Con- my head against that wall. I want to keep versely, I’m sure a number of race fans may to the cool new experiences that are out never have been to a Music in the Gardens there waiting for you to stumble into. concert at the Dubuque Arboretum. I wish Keep your eyes peeled. Look around both groups would try the other out. you and see what’s happening right under

DUBUQUE365.COM Issue #385 June 24–July 7, 2021 365INK MAGAZINE 3 Events Pollinator Week JUNE 25–27 VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN DUBUQUE Local organizations have partnered to host several events in celebration of Pollinator Week from June 21 to 27. The public is invited to participate in and attend all of the free events. Pollinator Week was initiated and is managed by Pollinator Partnership. Fourteen years ago the U.S. Senate designated a week in June as “National Pollinator Week” marking a neces- sary step toward addressing the urgent issue of declining pollinator populations. Pollinator Week has now grown into an international celebration, promoting the on Saturday, June 26 from 9 to 11 a.m. valuable ecosystem services provided by at the E 16th St. Overlook. Can’t attend bees, birds, butterflies, bats, and beetles. the event on Saturday? Do your part by For more information about picking up trash in your neighborhood local Pollinator Week events, visit or local park during Pollinator Week! cityofdubuque.org/pollinatorweek. Advance registration is requested at cityofdubuque.org/pickup4pollinators. 6th Annual Summer Sustainability Fair Picture Perfect Pollinator Join Green Iowa AmeriCorps for its 6th Photo Contest annual Summer Sustainability Fair on To enter, like Sustainable Dubuque Friday, June 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the on Instagram or Facebook then post Bee Branch Creek Greenway. Dubuque an original photo of a pollinator up- organizations will be showcasing their close, pollinator-flower interaction, sustainability efforts A family-friendly or pollinator landscapes using the event, activities include interactive hashtags #pictureperfectpollinator booths with activities and crafts, musi- and #dbq. Winners will receive a prize cal entertainment, raffle giveaways, package from the National Missis- the Pollinator Chalk-A-Palooza, elec- sippi River Museum & Aquarium. tric vehicle viewing, and more. Decorate the sidewalk with bees, but- Dubuque Pollinator BioBlitz terflies, moths, beetles, hummingbirds, The Pollinator BioBlitz is a community bats, flowering plants, food crops, and effort to record as many pollinators as all things pollinator-related during the possible during Pollinator Week. Down- Chalk-A-Palooza. A limited supply of chalk load the iNaturalist app on your mobile will be provided though participants are device (Google Play, App Store), head welcome to bring their own chalk and outside, and snap as many photos of tools. Everyone who participates will pollinators as possible including bees, be entered into a drawing to win punch butterflies, moths, beetles, humming- cards to the City of Dubuque pools. birds, bats, wasps, flies, and more! Then, Participating organizations include Con- upload your photos to the iNaturalist app vivium Urban Farmstead, Green Dubuque, and share your observations. Go solo or Dubuque County Energy District, Dubuque BioBlitz with friends and family. Either Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency, way, you’ll love being a citizen scientist! the National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Trees Forever, and others. Carnegie-Stout Public Library StoryWalk at the Bee Branch Movie in the Park: Bee Movie The Carnegie-Stout Public Library has The City of Dubuque Leisure Services opened a permanent StoryWalk at the Department will show the animated Bee Branch Creek Greenway. StoryWalks family film Bee Movie on their out- helps build children’s interest in reading door movie screen at the Bee Branch while promoting physical activity for both Creek Greenway on Friday, June 25 at adults and children. The first book featured 8:45 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your lawn will be The Hidden Rainbow by Christie chairs, blankets, and movie snacks! Matheson, an interactive story about gardens, bees, the natural world, and our Pick Up for Pollinators place within it. Start at the flagpoles by Join the Dubuque Metropolitan Area the bus stop on E. 22nd St. and end at the Solid Waste Agency (DMASWA) to play area with slides. Parking is available keep our local pollinator habitat clean at the corner of E. 22nd St. and Prince St. n

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Taste of Summer Series THURSDAYS: JULY 1 AND AUGUST 5 @ 6–9 PM NATIONAL MISSISSIPPI RIVER MUSEUM & AQUARIUM (350 E 3RD ST) A modified version of Taste of Dubuque, the temporarily reformatted Taste of Summer series is scheduled for the first This presentation will explore the Thursday in June, July, and August from The tentative schedule of food vendors The Cultural extraordinary cultural phenomenon of 6 to 9 p.m. and will enable attendees of and bands may change. Find the current home DNA testing, which is redefining all ages to enjoy a less crowded event schedule at RiverMuseum.com/taste Phenomenon family history and altering conceptions experience while still providing the original or Facebook.com/rivermuseum. of privacy. Copeland will draw upon her event’s signature tastes and entertainment. Thursday, July 1 hosts The Food Store, of Home DNA extensive research for The Lost Family and Taste of Summer is located behind Happy Hibachi, Hot Diggity Dogz, and speak to the ethos of genealogy, the sci- the gates in the National Mississippi Vesperman Farms Ice Cream with live Testing with ence of DNA, the business of DNA testing, River Museum & Aquarium’s boatyard music from The Lads and Joie Wails. and real stories of test result revelations. and plaza areas. Attendees are encour- Thursday, Aug. 5 closes the series Journalist Libby Libby Copeland is an award-winning aged to bring their own lawn chair with Magoo’s Pizza, Versus, Tony Roma’s, journalist who writes about culture, sci- or blanket to enjoy their snacks and and Koppes Kreations with live music Copeland ence, and human behavior. Copeland was meals outdoors as a limited number from Boys of Lloyd and The Struggle. MONDAY, JUNE 28 @ 6 PM a reporter and editor at The Washington of picnic tables will be provided. Taste of Summer is open to all ages ONLINE Post for 11 years, has been a media fellow In keeping with the Taste tradition, and is free to attend. Both beverage The Carnegie-Stout Public Library wel- and guest lecturer, and has made numer- a modified series of awards will be sales and freewill donations will sup- comes award-winning journalist Libby ous appearances on television and radio. announced each evening for the top port the River Museum’s conservation Copeland on Monday, June 28, at 6 p.m. This event is free and will take savory dish, the top sweet dish, and a efforts to save endangered species. for a virtual presentation on the cultural place over Zoom. Registration is fan favorite dish or dessert selected For more information, call the phenomenon of home DNA testing and required and can be submitted at by the attendees. Four to five differ- National Mississippi River Museum discussion of her book, The Lost Family: CarnegieStout.org or call the library ent food vendors will appear at each of & Aquarium at 563-557-9545 or How DNA Testing is Upending Who We Are. at 563-589-4225 x2224. n the events as well as two live bands. visit RiverMuseum.com/taste. n

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THU 6/24 Mr. and Miss Key City Pride FRI 6/26 the only one to perform on 2020 welcome you to join the Mississippi River! Head the 1st Pride Celebration. Expressive Writing south of Lock and Dam 12 for Pride week events includes a For Healing great family entertainment parade, festival, river cruise, 10–11:30 AM @ ONLINE with bare-footing, jumping, drag brunch, live perfor- Expressive writing is one human pyramids, glittery mances, bingo, rainbow of the oldest and most Ladies Night Out Pop costumes, music, and power- crawl, and more. See page 17 effective means of coping Up Show ful towboats. Check them out Turning the Compost for details. keycitypride.org. with the emotional fallout 1–6 PM @ DUBUQUE north of Lock and Dam 12 for 12:45–2:45 PM @ from traumatic and stressful COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS practice. Ski Bellevue is always CONVIVIUM URBAN life experiences. Shalom DSO Wine Fundraiser The ultimate ladies night out looking for new members of FARMSTEAD FRI 6/25 Program Coordinator Mary 10 AM–NOON @ FAMILY hosts over 45 small and local all ages and skill levels. You Each year, Convivium diverts Potter Kenyon shares how BEER & LIQUOR (EAST vendors. Food and drinks will can join as a water skier, boat over 3,500 pounds of kitchen Aim High Canines she wrote her way through a DUBUQUE, IL) be available for purchase. and safety crew member, waste from the landfill by 10 AM @ DUBUQUE husband’s cancer treatment, The Dubuque Symphony Free. 14569 Old HWY Rd. show announcer, and more. composting. This incred- ARBORETUM AND loss of her mother, husband, Orchestra is partnering with 563-588-1406. DBQfair.org. Free. 563-590-0990. ible fertilizer then becomes BOTANICAL GARDENS and a young grandson. Family Beer & Liquor and the facebook.com/skibellevue. the secret ingredient to a This is a dog show you Because journaling facilitated Calico Bean Market to host a successful harvest in all of will never forget. Join the her own healing, Mary began drive-thru wine fundraising Hoof’n + Groove’n their neighborhood gardens Carnegie-Stout Public Library teaching it as a method to event where participants will 6–9 PM @ HOOF IT GOAT each year. Watch AJ turn the for a high-energy, motiva- help others. This workshop receive a sturdy wine tote, TREKS (GALENA, IL) four-bin system. Free. 2811 tional show featuring highly demonstrates the science two bottles of wine (you pick Take an evening trek as the Jackson St. 563-557-2900. skilled and talented dogs. behind utilizing expressive from eight options), and an sun sets and the light fades convivium-dbq.com. Every show has interactive writing as a tool for healing assortment of food items Ski Bellevue Water from the forest. Return to audience participation to from traumatic experiences, including cheese, crackers, Ski Show a roaring bonfire, s’more Key City Pride keep you on the edge of your examples of published fudge, almonds, fruit mix, 4 PM @ 701 S RIVERVIEW ST, baskets, and live music. BYO Inaugural Pride seat. Bring your lawn chairs, expressive writing, methods hummus, and pita chips. BELLEVUE, IA blanket or lawn chair and Celebration blankets, and masks. Social for getting started in journal- Orders must be placed in June 26, July 17, Aug. 7, and snacks or order food delivery. VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN distancing is requested. No ing and writing exercises. advance! Limited quanti- Aug. 21 at 4 p.m. and July See website for more dates. DUBUQUE AND GALENA, IL rain dates. 3800 Arbore- $15. 309-283-2109. ties. $80. 20200 US HWY 4 at 6 p.m. Bellevue’s own $65. 616 S Devil’s Ladder Rd, Through June 27. The Board tum Dr. 563-589-4225. smmsisters.org. 20 W, East Dubuque, IL. water ski show team is one Galena IL. 563-663-6944. of Key City Pride along with CarnegieStout.org. DubuqueSymphony.org. of only four in Iowa and hoofit-galena.com.

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

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

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SUN 6/27 to-go and silent auction. even lengthen it. Free. 680 SUN 7/4 educate both pet owners SAT 7/10 16682 Thunder Hills Dr, Peo- Main St. 844-642-2338 and non-owners alike how HerbFest 2021 sta, IA. dubuquey.org/ x1399. NICC.edu/solutions. Hoof It + Sip It to share public space safely Tri-Basin Summer 10 AM–2 PM @ DUBUQUE 18th-annual-golf-classic. NOON–2 PM @ HOOF IT and responsibly. This is a Clean-Up Series ARBORETUM & GOAT TREKS (GALENA, IL) family- and pet-friendly 9–11 AM @ NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENS SAT 7/3 Stroll through the forest with event. Free. 255 E. 24th St. MISSISSIPPI RIVER Special activities include WED 6/30 a glass of wine and a goat by AwarePetOwner.com. MUSEUM & AQUARIUM Herb Garden tours; Tasty your side! Enjoy a sampling of Meet at the National Missis- Tidbits with grab and go Managing Stress six 1-oz tastings from Ferged- sippi River Museum at the bags of herbal treats; and Learning aboudit paired with goat THU 7/8 red paddlewheel. Supplies handcrafted items for sale Resilience in the cheese and others. See web- including gloves, bags, trash including lotions, eye pillows, Face of a Pandemic site for more dates. Ages 21+. grabbers, and vests will be lip balm, potpourri, and 1–2:30 PM @ NICC TOWN $75. 616 S Devil’s Ladder Rd, provided. Bring your own more; and herbal informa- CLOCK BUSINESS CENTER Galena IL. 563-663-6944. supplies if you have them. tion and sample plants while In what feels like a blink of Faj Squad hoofit-galena.com. The series is part of an ongo- supplies last. Hosted by The an eye, COVID has dislocated 5k Walk/Run ing effort to create healthier Herb Society of Dubuque. our daily lives, our economy, 7 AM–NOON @ THEISEN’S and safer watersheds, pre- Free. 563-556-2100. and the way we do business SUPPLY CENTER WED 7/7 serve our natural resources, DubuqueArboretum.net. with little visibility on when Run the 5th annual 5k with and promote watershed the crisis will be resolved. awards in specific categories, stewardship. Hosted by the Our experience with the pan- walk the route, come out to City of Dubuque, Dubuque MON 6/28 demic makes one thing very have fun or sign up for the Page & Palette Metropolitan Area Solid clear: we need to become virtual option. Hosted by the Book Group: Waste Agency, Green Iowa 18th Annual more resilient. Everyone Michael W Oglesby Founda- The Blazing World AmeriCorps, and the National Golf Classic has the ability to increase tion for Funding the Cure for Be AWARE: Pets, 6 PM @ RIVER LIGHTS Mississippi River Museum & 8 AM @ THUNDER resilience to stress. Learn Pancreatic Cancer Research. Parks and Public BOOKSTORE Aquarium. RSVP requested. HILLS COUNTRY CLUB how to reduce and manage Proceeds are donated to Safety Page & Palette is a book [email protected]. (PEOSTA, IA) stress by using humor and UW-Madison to further 6 PM @ COMISKEY PARK group for art lovers. cityofdubuque.org/ Take a swing for building con- other strategies. Training pancreatic cancer research Be AWARE is an acronym Discuss The Blazing World summercleanups. fident kids, healthy families, your brain to manage stress with Dr. Sean Ronnekleiv- for Alert, Walk, Admire, by Siri Hustvedt. 1098 and a stronger community. won’t just affect the quality Kelly. $25–$35. 6201 Responsible, and Educate. Main St. 563-556-4391. Includes breakfast and lunch of your life, but perhaps Chavenelle Rd. mwof.org. The local non-profit will RiverLights.com.

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Jon Pardi is a traditional country Field of Dreams Delaware singer, bred in the West Coast honky tonks. Instead of trends like programmed 2021 First County Fair drums, rap phrasing, and poppy melo- JULY 12–18 dies, he’s more concerned with making Responders DELAWARE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS country music that will last. Hits include (200 E ACERS ST, MANCHESTER, IA) “Up All Night,” “Head Over Boots,” Appreciation Day The Delaware County Fair has all of the “Dirt on My Boots,” and “Heartache on SATURDAY, JULY 10 @ NOON trimmings you expect from great food to the Dance Floor.” Stage front tickets FIELD OF DREAMS MOVIE SITE (28995 farm animals, carnival rides, and more. are $60, and track tickets are $45. LANSING RD, DYERSVILLE, IA) The “All-Star Lineup” heads to the Dela- ZZ Top call themselves “that little ol’ The 2nd Annual First Responders Appre- ware County Fairgrounds on July 12–18 for band from Texas,” a deceptively clever ciation Day fundraiser event on Saturday, Facility and the Chicago Police Depart- a week full of fun for the whole family. designation that explains everything July 10 at noon, is your chance to show ment Memorial Foundation. The Dubuque Highlights include a parade and free about the trio while underselling their your appreciation for our first responders County Emergency Responder Training inflatables on Monday; Trick Hoops & deep idiosyncrasies. Billy Gibbons, Frank through a day of fun, family, and baseball! Facility enables firefighters, law enforce- Alley Oops with the Harlem Wizards on Beard, and Dusty Hill are a down-and- Head to the Field of Dreams Movie Site ment officers, and EMS workers to train Tuesday; a Christian concert with We dirty blues band from Houston, cranking in Dyersville, IA, to enjoy a performance by under real-life emergency situations Are Messengers and Tough Truck Races out greasy rockers and slyly sleazy boo- the legendary Ghost Players as they come while doing so in a safe and controlled on Wednesday; Country Night with Jon gies about “Tush,” a “Pearl Necklace,” and out of the corn and perform their famous environment. The Chicago Police Memo- Pardi on Thursday; VIP Night with ZZ “Legs.” Despite their deep roots in Ameri- comedy routine and interact with the rial Foundation provides support and Top of Friday; ECI Tractor Pull, Gettin’ can rock & roll and blues, ZZ Top are crowd. Grab your seat for 7-inning baseball assistance to the families of Chicago Hooked Fantasy Truck Pull, and Draft the furthest thing from purists. Party Pit games featuring baseball teams from police officers who are killed or cata- Horse Show on Saturday; and Demolition tickets are $65, and track tickets are $50. the Chicago Police Department, Chicago strophically injured in the line of duty. Derby and Draft Horse Show on Sunday. Entry is free on Monday or $12 Tues- Fire Department, Dallas Fire Department, Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for All grandstand seating is free with day–Sunday for ages 12 and up or $3 for and New York Police Department. Then children ages 12 and under, and active admission to the fair, but upgraded seat- ages 1–11. Season coupon books are $36 enjoy live music with a performance by and retired first responders get in free ing is available for the Harlem Wizards or $40 after July 2. Camping is available country music star Jake Dodds! The night by showing their badge or proof of ID. game and Jon Pardi and ZZ Top concerts. on a first-come, first-served basis. Stay will end the way it should with a showing View the full event itinerary and Be dazzled by the Harlem Wiz- the week for $200 or $35 per night. of the Field of Dreams in the outfield. purchase your tickets in advance ards and see the show up close with For more information, call the Proceeds go toward the Dubuque at FieldOfDreamsMovieSite.com VIP seating and a meet and greet for fairgrounds at 563-927-6449 or County Emergency Responders Training or call 563-587-8404. n $30 or courtside seating for $15. visit DelawareCoFair.com. n

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

SAT 7/10 interactive mystery event. You’ll be in small groups and have a chance to ask the suspects questions using your audio or the Zoom chat. Family Fun Art Days Hosted by the Platteville 1–5 PM @ GALENA ARC Public Library. Ages 18+. Free. Farm Fun Days (GALENA, IL) PlattevillePublicLibrary.org. 11 AM–1 PM @ These events are for the SHENADOAH RIDING entire family to spend time CENTER (GALENA, IL) together creating art at the Join the Jo Daviess County ARC, they are sponsored by Farm Bureau for a farm fun The Chicago Athenaeum. On day. Milk a cow, make ice July 10, create a family banner cream and butter, visit the and fun colorful paper wall Star Gazing petting zoo, make a circle medallions—great decora- 8:30 PM @ GALENA of earth bracelet, and more. tions for a family summer TERRITORY OWNERS’ CLUB Free. 200 N Brodrecht Rd, party! Free. GalenaARC.org. (GALENA, IL) Galena, IL. 815-858-2235. Check out the stars and night Virtual Vineyard objects with a telescope, and Dubuque Elks Murder Mystery feel free to bring your own. Open House 7–9 PM @ ONLINE All ages. 2000 Territory Dr, 11 AM–3 PM @ DUBUQUE Who stabbed winery Galena, IL. 815-777-2000. ELKS #297 employee Enrich Newgate TheGalenaTerritory.com. The open house includes food, during a wine tasting event? drinks, and entertainment. Be prepared to interrogate 9018 Military Rd. elks.org. six murder “suspects” at this

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Theisen’s Learn to Skate Program Summer Ice Skating Classes TUESDAYS: JULY 13–AUGUST 17 @ 6:45 PM–7:15 PM MYSTIQUE COMMUNITY ICE CENTER (1800 ADMIRAL SHEEHY DR) Beat the Heat with Theisen’s Learn to Skate Summer Ice Skating Classes at the Mystique Ice Center. Enjoy the cool, refreshing air at the ice arena during the heat of summer on Tuesdays from July and basic hockey classes are offered for all 13 through Aug. 17 at 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. new and returning skaters ages 3 and up. The lessons learned in ice skating are Theisen’s Learn to Skate is affiliated also lessons in life. Ice skating teaches with the national Learn to Skate USA perseverance, concentration, how to program, and all of the coaches meet handle successes along with disappoint- the requirements of Learn to Skate USA, ments, confidence, and self esteem. At have completed SafeSport training, Theisen’s Learn To Skate, the classes are and completed background checks. filled with fun and taught by professional Registration is $80 per skater. Sign instructors using curriculum developed by up and learn more about the Theisen’s the Learn to Skate USA and endorsed by Learn to Skate and Dubuque Figure Skat- USA Hockey. Traditional group, preschool, ing by calling at DBQskating.org. n

Galena Brew Fest SATURDAY, JULY 17 @ 1–4 PM CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN AND RESORT (8700 W CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RD, GALENA IL) Savor local and regionally crafted brews, wine, and spirits atop the beautiful mountain at Chestnut Mountain Resort, overlooking the Mississippi River. The second annual Galena Brew Fest takes place Saturday, July 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. Local and regional beer, wine, and spirits will be highlighted at this ben- and responsibility; collectively for the efit for Galena ARC with activities health, safety and welfare of all includ- and music in addition to the on-site ing family persons, groups and visitors. restaurant and lodging. Your admis- You must be 21 to purchase tick- sion includes a wristband, glass, and ets and enter the event. All tickets 24 samplings so you can try a variety available via will-call the day of the of brews throughout the afternoon. event. Purchase your ticket by July 1 Galena ARC’s missions is to promote for $30 or $35 after. Designated driv- individual independence and cooperation ers are invited to join for just $5. and to develop community cooperation For tickets and more information, call in programs and activities which further Galena ARC at 815-777-2248 or visit arts/crafts, sports, and recreation for galenaarc.org/galena-brew-fest. For all ages. They strive to create a friendly, lodging and information on Chestnut respectful social environment based on Mountain, call Chestnut at 800-397-1320 self esteem, discipline, fairness, equality or visit ChestnutMTN.com. n

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across the region through Trucker’s Thursday SATURDAY Ongoing & Recurring Events education, philanthropy, Tiny Town mutual support, and Tavern Tours Dubuque SUNDAY TUESDAY sponsored by Michael more. Free. 62 E 7th St. 3RD THU THROUGH AUG Farmers’ Market Breitbach and his Broken SheUnitesIowa.com. @ 5 PM SAT THROUGH SEPT Galena Territory Hot Summer Rubber Band. 563-557-1777. MCGRATH DUBUQUE @ 7 AM–NOON Farmers Market Nights Cruise-In DBQFoodStore.com. Women’s Art Party HARLEY-DAVIDSON OCT @ 8 AM–NOON SUN THROUGH OCT 10 1ST TUE THROUGH SEPT 3RD WED @ 6:30 PM Tour tiny towns for food and NEAR 12TH AND IOWA ST @ 8 AM–NOON @ 6–9 PM Old 20 Market LIND PAVILION drinks. July 15: Dirty Ernie’s Iowa’s oldest farmers’ market GALENA TERRITORY DUBUQUE COUNTY WED THROUGH (MINERAL POINT, WI) (Farley, IA); and Aug 19: offers a variety of produce, OWNERS’ CLUB (GALENA, IL) FAIRGROUNDS AUG @ 4–8 PM New projects every month. Bent Rim (Cascade, IA). meats, baked goods, arts and Fresh produce, baked goods, All years of vehicles are DUBUQUE COUNTY Women are invited to crafts, on-site prepared foods, regional meat, flowers, crafts, welcome, and there is no FAIRGROUNDS craft with others, learn Taste of Summer and more. 563-588-4400. and more. 2000 Territory Dr, charge to put your vehicle Shop local vendors such about new materials, and Series DubuqueFarmersMarket.org. Galena, IL. 815-777-2000. on display. DJ will provide as growers, producers, share techniques. $5. 411 1ST THU THROUGH AUG TheGalenaTerritory.com. music, and food and drink processors, crafters, makers, Commerce St, Mineral @ 6–9 PM Dyersville will be available for purchase. artisans, area businesses, Point, WI. 608-987-3292. NATIONAL MISSISSIPPI Downtown Market Digital Drinks & 14569 Old Highway Rd. food trucks and more! ShakeRagAlley.org/ RIVER MUSEUM & LAST SAT JUNE–SEPT Dialogue 563-588-1813. DBQfair.com. All ages. Free. 14569 Old womens-art-party. AQUARIUM @ 8 AM–NOON 1ST SUN @ 4:30 PM Highway Rd. 563-588-1813. Attendees of all ages are 3RD AVE SW AND 3RD ONLINE Faith Writers Group facebook.com/JodiandKT. welcome to this modified ST, DYERSVILLE, IA Trainwreck Productions’ 3RD TUE @ 6:30–8 PM THURSDAY version of Taste of Dubuque. More than 60 local vendors, play reading club invites ONLINE MFC Teen Nights Four to five different food food trucks, live music, and you to read a character and Shalom Spirituality Center’s WED @ 5:30–7:30 PM vendors will appear at each different activities every experience and discuss the monthly writer’s group MULTICULTURAL of the events as well as two month. DyersvilleDowntown scripts together. Plays vary by allows time to share up to FAMILY CENTER live bands. Bring a lawn chair Market.com. genre and style monthly. Free. two pages of writing with an Teens can enjoy dinner and or blanket. Free to attend. TrainWreckProductions.org. opportunity for feedback and activities while hanging 350 E 3rd St. 563-557-9545. Platteville critique from other members. out and interacting in a RiverMuseum.com/taste. Farmer’s Market Arcade Meetup Facilitated by Mary Potter safe, fun environment that East Dubuque’s SAT THOUGH OCT LGBTQ+ Social Kenyon. Free. 563-582-3592. promotes unity among Cruisin’ Thursdays Bellevue Farmers @ 8 AM–NOON 3RD SUN @ 4:45–6:45 PM shalomretreats.org. diversity and empowers THU THROUGH SEPT 30 Market PLATTEVILLE CITY PARK BACKPOCKET DUBUQUE youth to reach their potential. @ 4–9 PM THU THROUGH SEPT (PLATTEVILLE, WI) Gathering for LGBTQ+ commu- Free. 1101 Central Ave. SINSINAWA AVE, @ 4–6:30 PM Find homegrown and hand- nity and allies. Food and bev- WEDNESDAY 563-582-3681. MFCdbq.org. EAST DBQ, IL WATER STREET LANDING made products from fresh erages available for purchase. Classic cars fill the main (BELLEVUE, IA) produce and prepared food Fully accessible. All ages. 333 E Toastmasters drag in East Dubuque, Browse fresh produce, to art and crochet blankets. 10th St. facebook.com/ Speakeasy Club featuring food, drinks, herbs, baked goods, crafts, 75 N Bonson St, Platte- DubuqueLGBTQ. 2ND, 4TH, AND 5TH WED and live entertainment. and more while enjoying ville, WI. 608-218-4374. @ 5:30 PM live music and outdoor PlattevilleFarmers Music in the Gardens CARNEGIE-STOUT LIBRARY Millwork Night seating along the Missis- MarketWI.com. SUN THROUGH AUG Overcome your fear of speaking Market sippi River. 303 S River St, @ 6:30 PM Dubuque Urban in front of a group and develop 2ND THU THROUGH OCT Bellevue, IA. 563-872-5830. DuMA Second DUBUQUE ARBORETUM Sketchers the skills to give an organized, @ 5–8 PM BellevueIA.com. Saturdays & BOTANICAL GARDENS WED @ 4–6 PM dynamic, and interesting 7TH–9TH AND JACKSON ST 2ND SAT @ 1–2 PM The 28th season boasts 13 VARIOUS LOCATIONS presentation while also building Featuring high quality local ONLINE weeks of stellar live music IN DUBUQUE your confidence. Ages 18+. Free. food producers, artists, FRIDAY Virtual family-oriented in a variety of styles. Bring Sketch historical buildings, 360 W 11th St. facebook.com/ musicians, and brewers. programming. Free. a chair or blanket and a iconic landmarks, and the ToastmastersSpeakeasyClub. MillworknightMarket.com. Social Connections for 563-557-1851. dbqart.org. picnic. Free. 3800 Arbo- urban landscape. All you Singles Meet & Greet retum Dr. 563-556-2100. need is a camp chair, sketch- Green Drinks Gary’s Graffiti Nights FRI @ 5–7 PM Driftless Poets DubuqueArboretum.net. pad, and your favorite pens, 2ND WED @ 6 PM THU THROUGH SEPT 16 SHOT TOWER INN Monthly Workshop pencils, and paints. Follow SMOKESTACK @ 5–9:30 PM Come for friends and food. 390 2ND SAT @ 2–4 PM “Dubuque Urban Sketch- Meet up and have a drink PLAZA 20 SONIC DRIVE-IN Locust St. 563-845-0070. ONLINE MONDAY ers” on Facebook to see with environmentally-minded Classic cars converge with Support and encourage- where to meet each week. friends and discuss local food, drinks, and addi- ment for poets seeking Milk Parties issues concerning global envi- tional entertainment. honest feedback on their 2ND AND 4TH MON Mid-Week Market ronmental challenges. Spon- work. RSVP. 608-987-3292. @ 9:30–10:30 AM WED THROUGH OCT sored by Green Dubuque. 62 DriftlessPoets.com. STATERA UPPER LEVEL @ 4–8 PM E 7th St. GreenDubuque.org. Support group for moms 11TH AND IOWA ST and breastfeeding babies of Fresh local produce, beer SheUnites all ages, as well as pump- garden from Jubeck’s New 3RD WED @ 6–7:30 PM SUBMIT YOUR EVENTS ing moms and pregnant World Brewery, wood- SMOKESTACK DO YOU HAVE A TRI-STATE EVENT THAT YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE WITH OUR READERS? women. Free. 3375 Lake fired pizzas and fresh SheUnites is a new inclusive LET US KNOW WHAT’S GOING ON BY SENDING US YOUR INFORMATION! Ridge Dr. 563-207-8932. masa enchiladas from The women’s group in Dubuque, EMAIL: [email protected] stateraintegrated.com. Food Store, and live music working to connect women ONLINE SUBMISSION: DUBUQUE365.COM/SUBMIT-EVENT

DUBUQUE365.COM Issue #385 June 24–July 7, 2021 365INK MAGAZINE 13 MOVIE NEWS Coming Soon Movie Buzz

F9 (PG-13) Scott Derrickson, who FRIDAY, JUNE 25 wrote and directed Vin Diesel’s Dom Toretto is the fi rst Dr. Strange leading a quiet life off the grid movie, was set to with Letty and his son. A threat return for the sequel, will force Dom to confront the Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, but sins of his past if he’s going to left the project early on due to creative save those he loves most. His crew joins together to diff erences. Marvel then brought the Spider-Man stop a world-shattering plot led by the most skilled trilogy director and horror afi cionado Sam Raimi assassin and high-performance driver they’ve ever on board to go along with Michael Waldron as encountered: a man who also happens to be Dom’s head writer, who now serves the same role on forsaken brother, Jakob (John Cena). Loki. Along with the return of its titular surgeon-turned-sorcerer, Doctor Strange 2 will THE FOREVER catch up with Elizabeth Olsen’s Scarlet Witch PURGE (R) after the events of WandaVision, though it is FRIDAY, JULY 2 currently unclear how she will tie into the Adela and her husband, Juan, sequel’s plot. With Raimi’s involvement, the fi lm live in Texas where Juan is will be skewing in a scarier direction than working as a ranch hand for previously planned. We also expect a set-up of the wealthy Tucker family. Juan the Multiverse plot in the Disney+ Loki series, impresses the Tucker patriarch, Caleb, but that currently releasing there. fuels the jealous anger of Caleb’s son, Dylan. On the morning after The Purge, a masked gang of Steven Spielberg’s killers attacks the Tucker family—including next fi lm is currently Dylan’s wife and sister, forcing both families to untitled, but it is set to band together and fi ght back as the country be loosely based on spirals into chaos and the United States begins to his childhood growing disintegrate around them. up in Arizona in the late 1950s and ‘60s, which was around the time that he began experiment- THE BOSS BABY: ing with making home movies. The screenplay is FAMILY BUSINESS (PG) written by Spielberg and Tony Kushner (Lincoln, FRIDAY, JULY 2 West Side Story), which will mark the fi rst time In the sequel to DreamWorks the director has been credited as such since Animation’s Oscar-nominated 2001’s A.I.: Artifi cial Intelligence. The untitled blockbuster comedy, the project will be fi lming this summer with a Templeton brothers, Tim and tentative release date of sometime in 2022. his Boss Baby little bro Ted (Alec Baldwin), have become adults and drifted away from each other. Director Justin Lin Tim is now a married stay-at-home dad. Ted is a confi rms Hobbs and hedge fund CEO. But a new boss baby with a Shaw could turn up cutting-edge approach and a can-do attitude is in Fast & Furious about to bring them together again... and inspire 10. After becom- a new family business. ing a franchise mainstay in Fast Five, Dwayne Johnson’s Luke Hobbs sat out F9 after their BLACK WIDOW own spin-off movie. Little is known about Fast (PG-13) & Furious 10 now, save that it will be the fi rst in FRIDAY, JULY 9 the franchise’s two-part fi nale. Seeing as Hobbs In Marvel Studios’ action-packed has played a major role in the most recent fi lms, spy thriller, Natasha Romanoff , it stands to reason that he will make some kind aka Black Widow, confronts of appearance in the fi nal movies. Johnson and the darker parts of her ledger Diesel famously had an off -screen feud that when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past could’ve blocked any on-screen reunion, but arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing in 2019, Johnson extended an olive branch. A to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her Hobbs and Shaw 2 is also currently on hold. history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger.

14 365INK MAGAZINE June 24–July 7, 2021 Issue #385 DUBUQUE365.COM Arts Summer First Fridays FRIDAY, JULY 2 Exhibition 11 AM–8 PM @ CENTRAL AVENUE MERCANTILE (1902 CENTRAL AVE) Opening 6–8 PM @ PLANTED. (245 W 1ST ST) 6–8 PM @ SMOKESTACK (62 E 7TH ST) forms as it is found in the natural world. Reception First Fridays is Downtown While you browse the show, enjoy SATURDAY, JUNE 26 @ 5–7 PM Dubuque’s monthly visual art Jubeck’s New World Brewing and a DUBUQUE MUSEUM OF ART landscapes take on human character- series. All stops are free. performance by electric cellist Sam Day. (701 LOCUST ST) istics that reflect our uncertain times. Central Avenue Mercantile offers spe- Smokestack and the Dubuque The Dubuque Museum of Art will debut The third exhibition is the DuMA cials throughout the store with 30 percent Camera Club join forces for the open- three exhibitions and host an open- Biennial, a competitive, juried exhibi- off paintings by Alice Klinkhammer. Plus, ing of Eclectic, an art show featuring ing reception on Saturday, June 26 tion intended to recognize and honor buy any Blue Bunny ice cream and get an photography from Dubuque Camera Club from 5 to 7 p.m. The event is open to the artistic talent that exists throughout ice cream cup free! Bring a shirt to tie dye members. The accessible second-floor the public and will feature new works our region. It is open to emerging and for free from 6 to 8 p.m. Limited blank gallery will be filled with landscape and of art on view for the first time. established artists currently residing shirts will be available for purchase. Wine nature photography, to drone or digi- How the Big Bad Wolf Got His Comeup- within a 200 mile-radius of Dubuque. and light refreshments will be served. tally altered and more. Photographs will pance: children’s book by Arthur Geisert This year, 27 contemporary artists will be Planted. features Graft, a sculptural be available for purchase. The exhibit highlights the boundless imagination represented by 55 pieces of artwork in exhibition by Kyle Regan in collaboration runs through July. Smokestack is also and humor of author and artist Arthur this year’s Biennial Exhibition. Accepted with Courtney Diedrich, Jay Foust, and a featured location for All River Road Geisert, with the original etchings from Biennial artists will be in attendance, William Spencer with Nikki Bernal. Artist Talent. Keep the party going at 8 p.m. his newest book on view. This exhibi- and the juror will present awards for Kyle Regan continues an ongoing explora- for Smokestack’s First Friday Acoustic tion is sponsored by MidwestOne Bank. first, second, and third place entries. tion of geometric form, implied depth, Open Mic when the Bluegrass Alumat- Emotionscapes: paintings by Joyce Refreshments will be served along with and combining modern and traditional ics take over the stage, for a newgrass, Polance is a series of 14 oil paintings made a cash bar. Regular admission rates apply woodworking process. By incorporating bluegrass, folk, and anti-folk jam featur- since 2015. The artist expresses deeply for non-members. Museum members are these talented artists, and suggesting an ing locals Scott Cornwell, Chuck Lewis, felt, dark emotions through the visual free. Saturday’s Pride Fest attendees have underlying theme of growth, he hoped and special guests. New players always forms of landscapes and cityscapes. Her free access to the museum during regular to initiate a dialogue between angular welcome and players always enjoy free expressionistic paintings meld realism business hours on Saturday and the open- structures and their more organic work. admission. Open Mic is $5 for listeners. with abstraction, and focus on movement, ing reception with their festival wristband. He feels confident in his body of work For more information, visit energy, and emotion. Natural and urban For more information, visit DBQart.org. n that parallels this relationship between Facebook.com/DubuqueFirstFridays. n

Paint & Pixels Lerner & Loewe’s Studio & Gallery Brigadoon JULY 16–17 AND 22–24 @ 7:30 PM Grand Opening JULY 18 AND 25 @ 2 PM SUNDAY, JUNE 27 @ 1–5 PM GRAND OPERA HOUSE (135 W 8TH ST) PAINT & PIXELS STUDIO & GALLERY Lerner and Loewe’s Brigadoon features (23456 WAUPETON RD S, SHERRILL, IA) a plotline that mixes fantasy and clas- Balltown, IA artist Jenna Lueck throws sic Broadway into a magical evening open her new studio doors for the public at the Grand Opera House. Join the on Sunday, June 27 from 1 to 5 p.m. adventure on July 16–17 and 22–24 at who explains that the town of Brigadoon at Paint & Pixels Studio & Gallery. 7:30 p.m. and July 18 and 25 at 2 p.m. has been enchanted to only appear for See a selection of alluring, color- Brigadoon is a small town in the Scot- a single day every 100 years. But that ful paintings of the Balltown area and JENNA LUECK AND HER PAINTING GOGEL LANE tish Highlands that appears for a single none of the inhabitants may ever leave the Iowa landscape during the grand day every 100 years. Untouched by the the town or else the spell will be broken. opening of her newly designed in-home has mastered large-commission paint- passage of time, the people of Brigadoon Will Tommy and Fiona’s love blossom studio and gallery. As an artist, Lueck ings of Century Farms and also the live their lives as if it is the mid 1700s. or only last the length of the day? Are all loves creating and delivering emotion brilliant sunrises and sunsets that can Two 1940s contemporary Americans, of the inhabitants of Brigadoon happy with color as she vibrantly recaptures be found in the Tri-State and Driftless Tommy Albright (Seamus Foley) and with the arrangement? Will this wedding the rural scenery and its creatures in her areas. She enjoys creating paintings for Jeff Douglass (Adam Wacker), are on day be a happy one or will tragedy strike? much sought-after landscape paintings. both homes and businesses, and her a hunting trip in Scotland and stumble The Grand Opera House is offer- “Whether you are remembering main objective is to recreate that perfect upon the magical town. The quirks of ing limited seating, masks are encour- a vacation you were on or the coun- scene that will take the viewer back to the inhabitants do not prevent Tommy aged, and there are enhanced cleaning tryside where you grew up, my art a special place in time. Her work can from falling in love with the beauti- protocols and new traffic flow patterns will bring wonderful feelings to your be found throughout the Midwest. ful Fiona MacLaren (Samantha Otto). into and around the building to keep the heart and intrigue you,” she explains. Light drinks and appetizers will be The Americans are invited to join the audience, volunteers, and staff safe. It will pull you in and allow you to served, and her work will be available town in celebrating the wedding of Fiona’s Tickets to be in the live audience are ‘get lost’ for a moment or two.” for purchase. You can also view Lueck’s sister Jean (Alyssa Hackett) and Char- $23 for adults and $15 for children under Lueck has created numerous paint- work at PaintAndPixelsLLC.com, lie Dalrymple (Jacob Herrmann). After 18 and can be purchased in person at the ings that capture the captivating, luscious Facebook @PaintAndPixelsLLC, or asking questions, Tommy and Jeff are Box Office, by phone at563-588-1305 , or landscapes of the Balltown area. She Instagram @paint_n_pixels. n introduced to Mr. Lundie (Stuart Hoover) online at TheGrandOperaHouse.com. n

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and jump in with both feet, make that investment, mount that on a wall, and trust that people would come down, and now that we’re getting to these warm days, it’s proven to be a great move. You always have to give them something no one else can, and we’ve done that here. So we’ve got the best of both worlds.” Their bar buddies across the street at 7 Hills also surprised Gary with his own namesake brew. “Full confession,” says Dolphin, “I love craft brews, but I don’t know the first thing about making them. So I sampled them and picked out my favorites, and we came up with a great pilsner, and right next to it on the tap is Dan Gable’s beer, which is very popular, too. And we’re the only place locally with our favorite Irish beer, Smithwick’s, on tap. “We want to give the people what they want, so between the beer and the full-service bar and the atmosphere, which is kind of like our great beautiful Gothic churches in Dubuque, people will come back just to take in the vibe and enjoy the ambiance. I grew up with live music twice a week, and I knew it was important that we get our local musicians involved, and that’s really taken off. And Dubuque in and of itself is its own attraction. So it’s our job to let people know where we are.” Grand Opening Events Thursday, June 24: Ribbon cutting with the Dubuque Area Chamber of Com- merce, Gary and his broadcast partners music, and, naturally, appearances by past “I’ve always been a huge historical Ed Podolak and Bobby Hansen, plus Iowa Hawkeye greats and Gary Dolphin’s architecture fan,” Dolphin continues, Nate Kaeding, Marshall Yanda, Luke Gary broadcast buddies, including Ed Podolak “and Dubuque is such a unique town Recker, and Matt Kroul at 4:30 p.m. and Bobby Hansen and former great Hawk with all the modern amenities, but it Singer-songwriter Elizabeth Moen per- players Nate Kaeding, Marshall Yanda, has all the old buildings, and, frankly, forms at 8 p.m. with a $6 cover charge. Dolphin’s Luke Recker, and Matt Kroul. The legend- the Millwork District is so engaging and Don’t miss this incredible performer. ary Dan Gable will also stop in to sample unique and a lot of people want to be a Friday, June 25: Drink specials all his new brew and christen the venue. part of it for a lot of different reasons.” day. Gino’s East pizza full menu served, Iron Bar “They say timing is everything,” muses “I had eight or nine meetings with the several former Iowa Hawkeye ath- Dolphin, talking with 365ink. “We argued owners of the building, and I said, you letes mingling and available for auto- amongst ourselves last summer and early know, there’s a lot of sports bars, and graphs, David Mehrl playing Rat Pack Grand fall: Do we open the bar now or wait until that’s not me. I’m around that enough, classics from 5 to 8 p.m., and David after COVID? We always knew COVID so we agreed that the inner bar would Zollo, an Iowa City blues-rock singer- would go away eventually, so we decided be free of flatscreens and jukeboxes. I songwriter from 9 p.m. until midnight. Opening to open then and let that slow time be wanted a place where people like me, Saturday, June 26: Former Iowa our soft opening, to do it right and work whether they’re my age or a little younger, Hawkeye Marvin McNutt, all-time leading Gary Dolphin, the “Voice of the Hawk- out the kinks. We knew we were going to can go and have a drink and a conver- Iowa football receiver for touchdowns and eyes,” is happy to announce the Grand have to get great investors who trust that sation without screaming at the top of total yardage, will join Gary to meet fans Opening of Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar, also we’re making the right call here and be their lungs. But yet, we would create during the day. Country duo Bailey Von known as Dolph’s. The unique, upscale, patient with us, and we got just that, all a sports bar component, which many Dame performs from 6 to 8 p.m., followed and cozy destination is located on the Dubuquers, all local. So when the proto- would expect me to have, and we’ve by world-class talent Tyler Brandon from ground level of the Novelty Iron Works cols were relaxed, we were already on a done it at the entrance hallway area to down Texas way from 9 p.m. to midnight. building at 333 E. 10th St. in the heart of roll. Everybody that stopped in told 10 the bar as well as in the courtyard.” Sunday, June 27: Country in the Dubuque’s historic Millwork District. people and with little promotion, here we “I wanted the quaintness compo- Courtyard. A day full of great acous- Although the bar opened quietly last are at the grand opening, and we’re rockin’ nent, but who knows better than I how tic country music in the friendly con- fall amidst the pandemic, the team is and rollin’ and looking forward to it.” important a sports bar is in Dubuque, fines of Dolph’s Courtyard starting at finally able to spread their wings and Having had many opportuni- IA? And to me, the difference-maker on 1 p.m., with local performers including celebrate the moment. The weekend-long ties to put his name on the shingle that front is the courtyard. And that’s Clarke Wilkerson, Cowgirl Pearl, Denny celebration includes a Dubuque Area of bars in the past, in this case, once a big nugget. There was a lot of hand- Garcia, and culminating with a con- Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting, live again, timing is everything. wringing going on, should we go ahead cert by Marques Morel at 6 p.m. n

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Travvy Trav from Milwaukee, WI joins the fun. Pride Hosted by Silky Nutmeg Ganache. $15. 101 Main St. in the SAT 6/26 Pride Parade 11 AM @ DUBUQUE PARADE ROUTE Tri-States Fly your flags and celebrate Pride with a parade. Starting at Jackson Park and ending at Washing- Key City Pride hosts their Inaugu- ton Park, following the parade route down Main St. ral Pride Week Celebration June 21–27 in Dubuque and Galena, Pride Fest IL. For tickets and more informa- NOON–10 PM @ TOWN CLOCK PLAZA tion, visit KeyCityPride.org. All-day entertainment with special guest Ken- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgen- nedy Davenport and other cast members of der and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month RuPaul’s Drag Race plus dozens of additional is celebrated every June to com- performers! Mr./Miss Key City Pride Pageant, memorate the 1969 Stonewall Riots novelty and craft vendors, food trucks, inflat- in Manhattan, NYC. It’s a time for the ables, resource booths, and HIV/STD testing. LGBTQ+ community and its support- $15 Adult, $10 ages 16 and under. 680 Main St. ers to come together, celebrate the progress the community has made, and to continue to fight for equality. n

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Pride Night At Backpocket Meet & Greet w/ Kennedy Davenport 7–10 PM @ BACKPOCKET DUBUQUE 6–7 PM @ UNITED WAY Games, fun, food, and drinks! Admission includes Join Kennedy Davenport, current Miss Gay food for all ages plus one drink ticket for ages USofA and star from RuPaul’s Drag Race and 21+. $15 Ages 21+, $10 under 21. 333 E. 10th St. RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, for pictures and autographs. Includes printed photo and signed headshot. $20 Adv/$25 door. 215 W 6th St FRI 6/25 Pride After Party Pride Rainbow Crawl w/ Kennedy Davenport 6 PM @ DOWNTOWN DUBUQUE 10:30 PM @ THE DRIFTLESS Get your Pride outfit and friends together for a The official Pride Festival after party kicks bar crawl! Enjoy drink specials and pop-up drag off with a show followed by a dance party performances. Includes Glow Party entry. $25. with DJ Travvy Trav. $15. 168 E 10th St.

SUN 6/27

Meet & Greet w/ Silky Nutmeg Ganache 8–9 PM @ 1ST & MAIN Join Silky Nutmeg Ganache, Drag Superstar from Pride Drag Brunch RuPaul’s Drag Race and the newest season of w/ A’Keria Davenport RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, for pictures and 11 AM @ ASHTON HILLS FARMS (GALENA, IL) autographs. Includes printed photo and signed Join A’Keria Davenport from RuPaul’s Drag Race headshot. $20 Adv/$25 door. 101 Main St. All Stars and an amazing cast for brunch and an optional meet and greet. Featuring Brandonna Pride Glow Party & Show Dupri LaReese, Anjila Cavalier, Traci Ross, Río 10 PM @ 1ST & MAIN S. Suãvé, Cece L. Ross, and India Love. Doors Cap the night off with drag entertainment from open at 10 a.m., meet and greet with A’Keria Mr. Key City Pride, KhrisStyle Diamond-Ross; Bay- at 11 a.m., and showtime brunch at noon. $35 lee I.J. Diamond; Ja’Nyiah Moné Diamond-Banx$; General admission, $40 table reservation, $50 Nia Chanel Diamond; Karizma Mirage; Denime VIP table, $15 bottomless mimosas, $25 meet TheQueen; and Mi Mi Sanchez. Special guest DJ and greet. 500 Wild Indigo Ln, Galena, IL.

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“We encourage people to be cautious and You see the duck floating on the safe, but the nice thing about our show water, but you don’t see the feet kick- is that people can watch it from all three ing like crazy under the surface. states and listen to it on our four radio “The Jaycees do a whale of a job,” says stations. So as far as spreading out, that’s Mason, crediting the longtime partner. no issue. The event is made for that. And “They, like any other organization, need this year we’re coming back with some support also, and they’ve had their strug- neat things, some different things. As we gles in 2020. They put a lot of time, money, are speaking, there are still some things and effort into this program, and they also up in the air coming down to crunch time have expenses, like we do, to make this a dealing with military participation, but I’m fun and safe family event. They didn’t have working on that for the air show. I always the chance to raise funds in the last year.” think the fireworks display is second to Dubuque Jaycees President Melanie none, and George [the pyrotechnician who Bressler echoes that sentiment. “Costs has put together the Dubuque fireworks for the show get bigger every year,” she display for many years] has put together says. “We did increase parking from $10 a really nice show. We’ve changed the to $20 in 2019 and got a lot of push back. music up for the programs, and it’ll be But most people understand. The show is about a 40 to 45 minute program.” free to attend but not free to put on. All This year, the problem, at of that money is not going into anyone's least as of print time, has not pocket. Every dollar is going directly to been COVID, but drought. support next year’s event. It’s just very “If they could just turn up the water vital that we all do our part to continue level in the river that would be great,” this tradition long into the future.” Mason half-jokes, “because having it The group was not able to run fundrais- at seven feet is going to make it a little ing events through their usual efforts such bit of an issue for boaters. But clearly, as festival beverage sales in order to build people’s feedback tells me that they are a reserve of funds they can fall back on if very excited to have it come back as they needed to cover the costs of the fireworks. THE UNITED STATES ARMY GOLDEN KNIGHT PARACHUTE TEAM travel back to their favorite sites to watch “By losing those events, it put us in a with their friends and families. I anticipate tight spot for supporting the show finan- that we’re going to have a good crowd.” cially,” explains Bressler. ”We did reach fter a very difficult 2020 people who didn’t understand the need to A stalwart of the program for many out and receive sponsorship support from when we all sacrificed so have to do it and weren’t real polite about years, the famed U.S. Army Golden local businesses to support the event.” much, losing more than showing their displeasure, but we had to Knights parachute team is back for 2021, While Perry Mason coordinates 600,000 Americans to the err on the side of doing what was right.” making eight jumps in the area, allow- things leading up to the big day, the pandemic, part of almost There was no silver lining to cancel- ing for so many more communities than Dubuque Jaycees are the ones who oil A7 million worldwide, we certainly have ing last year’s show for this year’s budget just Dubuque to be part of that experi- the machine on the day of the event. a reason to be thankful for this year. either. There were no carryover funds from ence. Thanks to Perry Mason’s organi- “Our involvement is really boots on the As difficult as it was to have to pull the 2020 to 2021 to buffer the needs this time zation and many generous sponsors, ground the day of the event,” says Bressler. plug on last year’s celebration, with the around. The opposite is actually the case. the team will jump into landing zones “We’re there the day before, setting up realities of public safety showing us that “In our case, the radio stations sell in Elizabeth, IL; Frentress Lake in East cones and parking areas, fencing, and it was simply not possible, the man at the advertising to help offset the cost to Dubuque, IL; Hazel Green, WI; Gutten- more, and then we’re there all day the day center of the event for all of its 35 years, cover things,” explains Mason, “and when burg, IA; and two other sites in Dubuque. of from 8 a.m., starting to park RVs and Perry Mason, General Manager of Radio people were closed due to the pandemic, “We’ll also have an open house at the vehicles, and then all of our guests who Dubuque, knew what he had to do. the last thing they were worried about airport on the 2nd from 3 to 5 p.m.,” says are attending the show, and then we’re “Last year was very difficult on a lot was fireworks. They were concentrating Mason.” People will be able to go out and back on the 4th of July to tear it down and of fronts because there was a lot of work on keeping their businesses open and see the A-10 Warthog and the Chinook clean it up like we were never there.” that had gone into it,” Mason explained to paying their employees. So in that regard, helicopter, for example, and meet the pilots If you are one of the tens of thou- 365ink. “From setting up the air show to it made it tougher. Now, there are many, of the planes that will be performing.” sands of people who enjoy the show arranging sponsors, doing the music and many businesses in this community that Please note that on Friday, July 2, from 1 each year, there are a few great ways to putting the fireworks together, and then still support the program. They know what to 2 p.m., there will be an air show practice, show your appreciation. One is to pay having to pull the plug on it, I learned there it’s all about and wanted to get on board and it is requested that boaters stay out for parking (and feel free to overpay). are a lot of people involved in this promo- when things came back in 2021. Maybe of the area of the river between Lock and Don’t think of it as a fee but a donation tion behind the scenes. After I thought I their contribution to the program wasn’t as Dam #11, the Dubuque-Wisconsin Bridge, for the amazing evening you are getting contacted everyone about the cancella- much as it’s been in the past, but it is what and the Iowa and Wisconsin borders. to be a part of. The second way is—com- tion, I still had more people contact me it is. They do what they can do to support Nobody watching on the 3rd real- ing from me as the writer of this story to say they heard about it in the media this effort because they know it costs a lot izes how, simultaneously, both broad who also happens to be a Life Member of and why didn’t I call? So many people are of money to put on a program like this.” yet deeply involved the scope and the Dubuque Jaycees—BE NICE TO THE involved in making this thing happen.” While America is not completely in the process need to be to make this JAYCEES. They give up their whole day Unfortunately, that cancellation gener- clear on COVID-19, as more and more peo- a safe and successful event. in the usually hot sun (sometimes rain, ated some, shall we say, less than patriotic ple wisely get their vaccinations (congrats “People don’t really know what goes and occasionally fish flies) to do this for reactions from fans of the event, who were Dubuque County on being over 50 per- on behind the scenes,” says Mason. “They you. Don’t yell at them if you don't like hoping Fireworks 2020 would finally be cent!), the ability to get back to traditions have their lawn chairs and the coolers the fee to park or if you don’t like your our chance to come outside together. as we know them is once again a reality. and they find their spot to watch the parking spot. It’s not about you. Be a team “Nobody wants to have to cancel,” says “We’re planning for this show to be as programs, but no one really knows, nor is player. Speaking of being a team player, Mason, “and unfortunately, there were back to normal as we can,” Mason says. it something that we want to highlight.” that’s the third way you can contribute.

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“A great way community members can help is by volunteering,” Bressler requested. “It’s a large event, as we all know. It takes all hands on deck, 40 to 50 volunteers. People can visit the ‘35th Annual Dubuque Jaycees & Radio Dubuque Fireworks & Air Show’ event on Facebook, and you can contact organizers there to sign you up for a shift to help (yes, you will be done and relaxing long before the fireworks start), or they can email [email protected].” As a longtime Jaycee I can tell you this can be a lot of work for this dedicated group of volunteers and organizers, but they keep pointing to each other and to the sponsors when it’s time to dole out the credit. “If it wasn’t for the sponsors of the program that have been with us for this through all of these years, we’re not going to be able to put on the largest free family event in the Tri-State area,” Perry Mason emphasizes. “It’s just not going to happen. So it’s great that they’re there, and it’s great that we can figure out ways to work together and make it something that I 35TH ANNUAL DUBUQUE JAYCEES & RADIO DUBUQUE Fireworks Spectacular think people enjoy and appreciate. It’s become a true Begins At Dusk (About 9:30 p.m.) Midwest tradition. And the volunteers too, as well as Fireworks and Air Enjoy the biggest fireworks display around the Dubuque Police and Fire Department, the Depart- at dusk over the mighty Mississippi. ment of Natural Resources from all three states, and Show Spectacular everyone else in the mix. This afternoon, we have a WEDNESDAY, JULY 3 Special Notices And Advisories meeting with all of the agencies involved, and I think AIR SHOW @ 6–8:30 PM Military displays and flyovers can change without there are 27 groups that will be represented here.” FIREWORKS @ DUSK prior notice. Please stay tuned to AM 1370 KDTH, This is Mason’s 35th year. He’s been at every one of AY MCDONALD PARK/HAWTHORNE ST 92.9 KAT FM, 97.3 The Rock, or 101.1 The River for these events. This year, Mason is also now the general The Independence Day celebration kicks off in A.Y. the latest details. Note that the A.Y. McDonald Park manager of the entire Radio Dubuque operation after the McDonald Park next to the Hawthorne Boat Ramp, and Boat Ramp will be closed to all vehicular traf- retirement of Tom Parsley, who always shared Mason’s just below Lock and Dam #11. The celebration always fic, including boaters, from 10 p.m. on Monday, July 2, passion for supporting veterans and the armed forces. takes place on July 3. This year’s fireworks spectacu- until the park reopens on Wednesday, July 4. “Tom’s been a huge help in his retirement,” says lar and air demonstration is dedicated to the men and Mason, “but there’s a lot of things coming at me. women of our Armed Forces—Army, Navy, Marines, Attention Boaters! But I love what I do. It’s one of those things where Air Force, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserves, The Mississippi River will be closed to all boaters from the the meaning of the program is pretty awesome. It and to our local heroes—our firefighters, EMS person- Iowa to Wisconsin shores from Lock and Dam #11 to the does get stressful, like right now, two weeks out nel, and police force. Special recognition will also be Dubuque-Wisconsin Bridge during the Military Air Demon- and we still can’t get everyone put together. The given to members of our local units who were called to stration. The United States Coast Guard will allow boaters fireworks are good to go, it’s the air show por- active duty during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Members in that area after the demonstration. At that time, boaters tion of it. So it is taxing, but when you see all of of these units will be a part of the Color Guard. During must observe the no wake rule and anchor on the east side the families that come around and watch this pro- the Presentation of the Colors, the names of Tri-Staters of the red buoys. The no wake rule will be enforced through gram, it's pretty cool to say I’m a part of it.” who made the ultimate sacrifice during operations midnight from the dam to the Julien Dubuque Bridge! The Those are some rather modest words for Mason. in Iraq and Afghanistan will be read in memorial. river is also very low this year. Be aware and stay safe. It’s like saying the surgeon is just part of their sur- As you make your way down to the show center at A.Y. gery. I was a Jaycee for 20 years and was part of McDonald Park and Boat Ramp, be sure to stop by the Attention Pet Owners! even more fireworks than that, so I think I can speak AM 1370 KDTH, 92.9 KAT FM, 97.3 The Rock, and 101.1 The Please be courteous and sensitive to others and your for everyone who is truly a “part” of the event when River broadcast booths and receive your free American pet. The air show will have high performance jets mak- I say that Perry Mason IS the Dubuque Fireworks and flag courtesy of Beidler Towing. As we enjoy the air dem- ing a lot of noise, and the fireworks are very loud. We Air Show. So many people put in a lot of work on onstration, wave your American flag proudly. The pilots want you to enjoy the show and ensure that others will that day and the days leading to it, but one guy is the who make this show happen cannot hear our thunderous also enjoy the event by leaving your pets at home. lynchpin to this magical day, and it’s him. He’ll hate applause, but they will be able to see us waving to them. that I just said that, but hey, it’s my paper, Perry, so As we celebrate our Independence Day, please No Fireworks! just sit there and take some credit for a second.” take a moment and say a prayer for those who have Aside from the fact that it’s simply unsafe and So what you can do this year is really take time to died for our freedom, and then say another for unwise among large crowds of people, this year appreciate all that we have, especially after the last year. those protecting our shores. Thank you and have has been exceptionally dry, and lighting fireworks Don’t stay home to avoid the traffic or the heat. Plan a special 4th of July holiday. God Bless America. off is just not a good idea. Leave them home and ahead, get your cooler, get your family and friends, and let the pros take care of the show this year. be an active participant in the 35th Annual Dubuque Jay- Salute To Our Heroes Air Show cees & Radio Fireworks and Air Show Spectacular. You From 6 to 8:30 p.m. Attention Drivers! deserve it, and those who make it happen deserve it too. • Air Show Announcer Luke Carrico Seriously, you’re not leaving the minute the fireworks “By not going to the event, people are really miss- • The United States Army Golden Knight Parachute Team are done. Don’t even try. Just sit and chill for a while and ing out on the community aspect of the celebration,” • USAF A-10 Warthog Demonstration enjoy your friends. Roads will remain closed for about stresses the Jaycees’ Melanie Bressler. “To go down and • Heritage Flight 30 minutes while thousands of pedestrians walk back see all walks of life enjoying this event together and • Mike Wiskus in the Lucas Oil Pitts Plane to their homes and vehicles. If you get in your car right really just experience that moment together is really • Iowa Army National Guard Chinook Helicopter after the fireworks, you will just sit there and get frus- special, and it’s the whole reason why we are there, to • The Phillips 66 Aerostars Aerobatic Team trated for a half hour. So hang out and people watch for bring people together and celebrate our country.” n • The Vanguard Squadron a bit. It’s not like you have somewhere pressing to be! n

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4 p.m. The parade starts at 7 p.m. At 10 p.m., a dazzling fireworks Platteville Heritage Day Additional Tri-State display will be set off over the river, so bring a lawn chair or blanket 10 AM–4 PM @ MINING & ROLLO JAMISON MUSEUMS and enjoy the show! 563-252-2323. GuttenbergIowa.net. (PLATTEVILLE, WI) Independence Day Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Heritage Days with games, Golden Knights in Hazel Green historical demonstrations, period costumes, special exhib- Celebrations and 10:30 AM @ SOUTHWESTERN HIGH SCHOOL (HAZEL GREEN, WI) its, arts and crafts, live music, and food. The Wundo Band Head to the L B Carnes Football Field to see the US will perform noon–4 p.m. Book your mine tours and train U.S. Army Golden Army Golden Knights Parachute Team. 1105 Maple St, rides in advance. Enjoy the reading of the Declaration of Hazel Green, WI. fireworks.radiodubuque.com. Independence at noon plus antique cars and tractors; early Knights Appearances American outdoor games; hit and miss engines; and musi- Dyersville Independence Day cal instrument, woodworking, and spinning demonstrations. The crew at Radio Dubuque, led by Perry Mason, are once 5 PM @ COMMERCIAL CLUB PARK (DYERSVILLE, IA) 405 E Main St, Platteville, WI. Mining.Jamison.Museum. again responsible for bringing the stunning U.S. Army Fun for the family includes inflatables, rock climbing, children’s Golden Knights Parachute Team to the Tri-States for a rides, bingo, paddle wheel, balloon races, airbrush painting, fish Ham House Ice Cream Social number of demonstration jumps. Check out these great pond, raffles, and more! Live music by the Detour Band plus food 11 AM–4 PM @ MATHIAS HAM HOUSE opportunities for you and the kids to see them in person booths, ice cream, and two fully-stocked bars. At dusk, watch the This time-honored celebration is now in its 58th year and provides in addition to area Independence Day celebrations. skies and ballfield light up with fireworks. Gates open on July 3 at visitors of all ages an opportunity to tour the stately Ham House 8 a.m. so you can save your spot with a blanket. $4 Ages 6 and up, free of charge. Experience frontier life at the recently restored free ages 5 and under. 225 11th St SE, Dyersville, IA. Dyersville.org. Humke one-room schoolhouse and the Arriandeau log house, THU 7/1 Iowa’s oldest building. Enjoy live music, sample homemade ice Bellevue Heritage Days cream, watch reenactors fire canons, and participate in games and Elizabeth Freedom Fest 5:30 PM @ BELLEVUE, IA craft activities. Super Hits 106 will be on site covering the event 4–10 PM @ TERRAPIN PARK (ELIZABETH, IL) July 3 at 5:30 p.m. and July 4 at 9:15 a.m. Celebrate the 59th annual live from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Picnic foods, cakes, and ice cream will be Enjoy Army displays, live music, and tasty food and drinks event with two days of family-friendly activities, attractions, and available for purchase. Freewill donations will be accepted. 2241 while the kids get their faces painted and have endless fun carnival rides. July 3 is highlighted with activities in Cole Park Lincoln Ave. 563-557-9545. RiverMuseum.com/hamsite. in the bounce houses. U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute including live music with the Gypsy Pistols at 5:30 p.m., Tanner Lee jump into Terrapin Park at 7 p.m. Help them re-pack their & The Beach Bums at 9 p.m., and the Dingleberries at 10:30 p.m. East Dubuque Independence Day chutes after their jump. The night ends with fireworks. Free. plus a teen dance from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Additionally, the American 11:30 AM @ FRENTRESS LAKE BAR & GRILL (EAST DUBUQUE, IL) 350 West St, Elizabeth, IL. 815-291-7092. elizabeth-il.org. Legion flag burning and Grand Marshall presentation takes place See the US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team jump from 8:20 to 9 p.m. July 4 features a parade at 9:15 a.m. with the in East Dubuque, IL while enjoying an All You Can Eat hog Fire Department’s 150th ceremony following; pedal tractor pull, roast; beverages; and live music with Sam Day at 11 a.m., The FRI 7/2 games, petting zoo, chainsaw carvings, music, and more starting at Struggle at 3 p.m., and Zero to Sixty at 7 p.m. End the night noon; BBQ cookoff at 2 p.m.; and a waterski show presented by Ski with a fireworks display.fireworks.radiodubuque.com . Golden Knights at Nativity Bellevue at 6 p.m. Fireworks will light up the sky at dusk. And we 10:30 AM–1 PM @ NATIVITY CATHOLIC CHURCH FIELD just scratched the surface. facebook.com/BellevueHeritageDays. Fourth at the Fort The Golden Knights Parachute Team will be jumping at noon. Mid- NOON–2 PM @ APPLE RIVER FORT STATE HISTORIC SITE west Inflatables will offer fun for the kids from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shenandoah Pro Rodeo: Freedom Reins (ELIZABETH, IL) This Heroes Saluting Heroes Jump is supported by Studio 1050, 6–9 PM @ SHENANDOAH RIDING CENTER (GALENA, IL) Play a game of town ball (the precursor to baseball), cool off with a Jack’s Chicken Palace, Laundry Max, and Pizza Ranch. Dairy Queen July 3 and 4. The Shenandoah Riding Center goes out west for water race, and listen to speeches, toasts, and petitions, and more. ice cream treats will be available until 1 p.m. 1225 Alta Vista St. two nights featuring bareback riding, steer wrestling, team 311 E Myrtle St, Elizabeth, IL. 815-858-2028. AppleRiverFort.org. roping, saddle bronc riding, calf roping, women’s barrel rac- Golden Knights Meet & Greet ing, and bull riding. Saddle up for the world’s best bucking 4th of July at The Diggs 3:30–5:30 PM @ DUBUQUE REGIONAL AIRPORT OLD TERMINAL horses and bulls and double tough cowboys with nerves of 4:30 PM @ NEW DIGGINGS GENERAL STORE See the aircraft that will be flying in this year’s July 3 steel. The Pro Rodeo invites some of the toughest little bucka- (NEW DIGGINGS, WI) Air Show and meet the pilots flying the planes! Thanks roos to get on and hold on tight during “Mutton Bustin.” The Celebrate our nation’s independence with Lexi Parr & The Rubyblonde to Avfuel Corporation for sponsoring this event. evening ends with a firework spectacular! $15 Adults, $10 Band from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. It will be their farewell show in the Mid- ages 5–12, and free for ages 5 and under. 200 N Brodrecht Rd, west! Enjoy smoked meats throughout the day plus fireworks at dusk. Golden Knights at Phoenix Theatres Galena, IL. 815-777-9550. ShenandoahRidingCenter.com. 2944 County Rd I, New Diggings, WI. 608-965-3231. NewDiggs.com. 5–7:30 PM @ KENNEDY MALL The Golden Knights Parachute Team will be jumping into Golden Knights in Guttenberg the Phoenix Theatres jump zone at the Kennedy Mall in SUN 7/4 5 PM @ STEPHEN D. SHANNON MEMORIAL ATHLETIC FIELD front of the Mining Company at 7 p.m. Midwest Inflata- (GUTTENBERG, IA) bles will offer fun for the kids from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Earlville July 4th Fireworks The US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team jump into the 8:30 AM @ CONRAD PARK (EARLVILLE, IA) Stephen D. Shannon Memorial Athletic Field on the north The day starts with the little firecracker dash at 8:30 a.m. and 5K side of Guttenberg, IA. fireworks.radiodubuque.com. SAT 7/3 fun run/walk at 9 a.m. Registration begins at 7:45 a.m. Partici- pate in the pickle ball tournament; car, motorcycle, and tractor Galena Independence Day Guttenberg Stars & Stripes Celebration show; bean bag tournament; cutest baby contest; and MV FFA 6 PM @ DOWNTOWN GALENA, IL 8 AM–10 PM @ INGLESIDE PARK (GUTTENBERG, IA) kiddie peddle tractor pull. Plus enjoy the parade at 4 p.m., live Head on down to the Green Street Plaza to enjoy live enter- The “Bold Strips, Bright Stars, Brave Hearts”-themed celebration music, dunk tank, kids games, bounce house, bingo, cakew alk, tainment, food, and beverages while waiting for the fire- kicks off with a 5K run/walk at 8 a.m. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and more. Food and beverages will be available to purchase. works display to begin. At dusk, be ready to witness a in the gazebo. Farmers market runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Join the And don’t miss the fireworks at dusk with music accompaninent spectacular fireworks display launched from Grant Park! Bike Rodeo at 10 a.m. for a chance to win a bike. At 2 p.m. the party by KMCH, Little League Diamond. 3rd and Park St, Earlville, IA. Free. 815-776-9200. KiwanisClubOfGalena.org. really starts with barrel train rides, giant inflatables, rock climb- 563-923-2017. Find “Earlville Community Club” on Facebook. ing tower, face painting, bingo, bean bag tournament, and more! Enjoy your favorite carnival food plus and adult beverage garden, music, and activities including a watermelon eating contest at

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Danny Parker Project Steve & Randy Gypsy Pistols 2 PM @ Highway 20 6 PM @ Stone Cliff 5:30 PM @ Bellevue Brewing Co., Elizabeth Heritage Days Three-Quarter Buzz Elizabeth Mary (Solo) 6 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn Styx 3 PM @ Stone Cliff 6 PM @ Five Flags Arena River of Music: Triple Threat Jacquie & Riley Miller 6 PM @ Ingleside Park, Leo David & Danny Parker 3 PM @ Sunset Ridge Winery Guttenberg 6 PM @ Wicked Dame

Joie Wails Gypsy & Resident Rock Steady 3 PM @ Gehlen House Inn 6 PM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill 6 PM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill & Barn, St. Donatus TSWS Concert: A Star- John Moran 3 On The Tree Spangled Spectacular! 6 PM @ Stone Cliff 3 PM @ Hawg Dogs, Savanna 7 PM @ Alliant Energy Amphitheater Bryan Popp Big Mojo 7 PM @ Dimensional Brewing Co. 3:30 PM @ Frentress Lake DealBreakers Bar & Grill 7 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina Mixed Emotions 7 PM @ RiverView Ridge Rock Steady Ky & Ty Campground, Cascade 4 PM @ Sandy Hook Tavern 7 PM @ Grape Escape The Resistors Music in the Gardens: Dubuque JabberBox 7 PM @ Cajun Jack’s, Elizabeth Symphony Orchestra 8 PM @ The Yardarm 6:30 PM @ DBQ Arboretum Dirt Road Rockers DTK (Kiss Tribute) 8 PM @ The Yardarm WED 6/30 8 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna Mid-Week Market DuRocks Denny Garcia @ 4 PM SAT 7/3 8 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn Americana Band @ 6 PM Steve Cavanaugh & 11th and Iowa St Randy Droessler Craig Gerdes Band 11 AM @ Coconut Cove 8 PM @ Sandy Hook Tavern Kristina Castañeda & Shawn Healy DR Duo Classical Blast 6 PM @ Grape Escape 11 AM @ Galena Cellars 8 PM @ Galena Brewing Co. Downtown THU 7/1 Infinity Secrets Johnnie Walker 8 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna 5 PM @ Jimmy’s Pub 1 PM @ The Yardarm Tanner Lee & Cruisin’ Thursday: Rock Steady Big Mojo The Beach Bums @ 9 PM 5:30 PM @ Sinsinawa Ave, 1 PM @ Dockside, Mud Lake The Dingleberries @ 10:30 PM East DBQ, IL Bellevue Heritage Days Picnic Basket Concert Taste of Summer (Series) Gladdy Ressler & Jamie Jones SUN 7/4 The Lads @ 6 PM w/ Karen Buechele @ 1 PM Michael Glenn Joie Wails @ 7:45 PM Jacquie Miller, Margo Rose 11 AM @ Coconut Cove Mississippi River Museum @ 3 PM Council Hill Station Sam Day Maquoketa Summer Concert 11 AM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill Series: Big John Hammer & The Route 38 Rusty Nails 1 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna Nutsy Turtle @ Noon 6 PM @ Maquoketa Jeff Theisen @ 2:30 PM Downtown Green Space Adam Bartels Band Matt McPhearson & Beau 2 PM @ OffShore Timmerman @ 5 PM Shekinah King Bellevue Heritage Days 6 PM @ Grape Escape Marty & Greg 2 PM @ Grape Escape Steve McIntyre Music in the Park Series: Noon @ Galena Cellars Vineyard Gary Beal Band Big Medicine 6 PM @ Platteville City Park 2 PM @ Galena Cellars Vineyard Josh Yeltman Noon @ Whitetail Bluff Big Mojo Jeff Larsen Camp & Resort 6:30 PM @ The Yardarm 2:30 PM @ Spring Green General Store (Spring Green, WI) The Other Two FRI 7/2 1 PM @ The Yardarm Aaron Smith Daren & Dawn 4 PM @ Park Farm Winery 3 PM @ Coconut Cove Big Mojo 1 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn A Pirate Over 50 Dan Peart 6 PM @ Dimensional 5 PM @ Galena Cellars Tony Walker Brewing Co. Downtown 1 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina

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SUN 7/4 TUE 7/6 Johnny Blue Smoke Out/Pot Luck Concert Electric Six, Pure Service 6 PM @ Frentress Lake Bar & Grill Gladdy Ressler, Jamie Jones, 7 PM @ The Smokestack & Friends Meghan Davis 1 PM @ Council Hill Station WED 7/7 6 PM @ Frank O’Dowd’s Irish Pub Mid-Week Market Sequoia Drive Michael Breitbach @ 4 PM Mitchell Tenpenny 1 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna Bailey Von Dayne @ 6 PM w/ Walker Hayes 11th and Iowa St 7 PM @ Q Casino Back Andy Wilberding Waters Stage 2 PM @ OffShore Danny Parker Project 6 PM @ Grape Escape Johnnie Walker The Timber City Concert Band 7 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina 2 PM @ Tabor Home Winery Trivia Night 8 PM @ Southend Tap The Lone Canary Triple Threat 7 PM @ Grape Escape 2 PM @ PromiseLand Winery THU 7/8 Cruisin’ Thursday: Gypsy Pistols Johnnie Walker Laura & The Longhairs 8 PM @ The Yardarm 3 PM @ Stone Cliff 5:30 PM @ Sinsinawa Ave, East DBQ, IL Variety Show w/ Shane Blakely Mick Staebell 9:30 PM @ 7 Hills Brewing Co. 3 PM @ Sunset Ridge Winery Rhythm on the River: Johnnie Walker SAT 7/10 Massey Road 5:30 PM @ Elkader Park John Moran 3 PM @ Coconut Cove 11 AM @ Coconut Cove Corey Jenny The Struggle @ 3 PM 6 PM @ Grape Escape LA Suess Zero 2 Sixty @ 7 PM 11 AM @ Galena Cellars Frentress Lake Bar & Grill Music in the Park Series: Downtown Ralph Kluseman 3 On The Tree 6 PM @ Platteville City Park Asbury Music In The Park: 3 PM @ Iron Horse Social Club Relative Jazz, Kristina Elizabeth Mary (Solo) Castañeda & Shawn Healy, Mark Zalaznik 6:30 PM @ The Yardarm Ralph Kluseman & Johnnie 4 PM @ Park Farm Winery Walker, Hangin’ Around @ Noon Shullsburg Music In The Park: Sushi Roll @ 7 PM Craig Gerdes Band Classical Blast Asbury Park 4 PM @ Sandy Hook Tavern 6:30 PM @ Badger Park (Shullsburg, WI) Casey Klein Ruby Blonde 2 PM @ OffShore 4:30 PM @ New Diggings Gypsy & Resident General Store 7 PM @ Riley Tavern, Verona Mark Zalaznik 2 PM @ Millennium Bar & Marina Secrets FRI 7/9 6 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn Food Truck Friday: DR Duo Andy Wilberding 2 PM @ Galena Cellars Vineyard Music in the Gardens: Rita 11:30 AM @ Washington Park Harvey Trio–Heart Like a Wheel The Wolf & Gypsy Band (Linda Ronstadt Tribute) Laura McDonald & 2 PM @ Iron Horse Social Club 6:30 PM @ DBQ Arboretum Marcus De Jesus 6 PM @ Wicked Dame Summer Party: Banana Wind Jammer 2:30 PM @ The Yardarm 7 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna Secrets 6 PM @ Stone Cliff Bluegrass Jam Fran Martin Busch & 2:30 PM @ Spring Green General The Names Mini Monster Duo Store (Spring Green, WI) 9 PM @ Gooch’s Greenhouse 6 PM @ Gary Dolphin’s Iron Bar Adam Bartels Band MON 7/5 Steve & Randy 3 PM @ Coconut Cove Gypsy Pistols 6 PM @ Spirits, Days Inn 1 PM @ Poopy’s Savanna Big Medicine River of Music: 5 PM @ Galena Cellars Downtown Lindsey Stirling’s The Artemis Beau Timmerman Tour w/ Keisza 6 PM @ Ingleside Park, Fever River String Band 7 PM @ Five Flags Arena Guttenberg 5 PM @ Berry Tavern, Shullsburg

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

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Lindsey Stirling’s The Artemis Tour Events at FEATURING KEISZA MONDAY, JULY 5 @ 7 PM FIVE FLAGS ARENA Five Flags lindsey stirling remains fearless enough to always dream big. In the more than fi ve The Five Flags Center is located at 405 Main St. in Downtown Dubuque. years since the release of her 2012 self- Face coverings are recommended but not required in accordance titled debut, the electronic music impre- with the VenueShield program instituted in response to the COVID-19 sario, violinist, dancer, and artist quietly pandemic. Fees may apply to ticket purchases. Tickets are available and humbly became one of the 21st cen- at Ticketmaster.com or at the Five Flags Center Box O ce. For more tury’s most innovative stars by clinging to 2015 youTube artists list, making her information, call 563-589-4254 or visit FiveFlagsCenter.com. her groundbreaking vision of cinematic the highest-ranked female. Her literary violin-driven electronic music. experience debut, The Only Pirate at the Party, co- lindsey stirling’s The Artemis Tour on written with her sister Brook s. Passey, Monday, July 5 at the Five Flags Arena. became a New York Times Bestseller. After bowing at no. 2 on the Billboard lindsey’s third studio album, Brave Top 200 and no. 1 on the Dance/elec- Enough, debuted at no. 5 on Billboard’s tronic Album Chart, holding no. 1 on the Top 200 Album Chart, went on to score Classical Album Chart for 21 consecutive the no. 1 spot on the publication’s year- weeks, and receiving a Billboard Music end Top Dance/electronic Album list, and Award for “Top Dance/electronic Album,” earned stirling a 2017 Billboard Music her sophomore opus, Shatter Me, would Award for “Top Dance/electronic Album.” not only garner an RIAA Gold certifi ca- A motivational speaker in her tion, but it would rank as the no. 2 Dance/ spare time, stirling uses her own electronic Album and no. 1 Classical Album story to show teenagers that you’ve on Billboard’s 2015 year-end charts. got to have confi dence in the very Attracting over 11 million subscrib- thing that makes you unique—then, ers and 2 billion-plus views on youTube, wait for the world to catch up. Forbes placed lindsey at no. 4 on its Tickets start at $35. n Styx SATURDAY, JULY 3 @ 6 PM FIVE FLAGS ARENA Cody Jinks with One of America’s greatest decade, Styx weathered the shifting rock and roll bands will make winds of the public’s musical taste, Whitey Morgan their Five Flags Center debut reconvening for a highly success- SATURDAY, JULY 17 @ 8 PM on Saturday, July 3. The show ful 1996 Return to Paradise tour. FIVE FLAGS ARENA will begin earlier than usual so Styx has continued to receive Cody Jinks, one of the stars of the mod- attendees have time to travel to praise for its live performances into ern outlaw country music movement, viewing locations for Dubuque’s the 21st century. On the 2006 live returns to the Five Flags Arena on satur- annual fi reworks over the Missis- album One With Everything, they day, July 17 at 8 p.m. Jinks most recently sippi River later that evening. joined Cleveland’s Contemporary appeared at Five Flags in november of The six men comprising Styx Youth Orchestra to create a hybrid 2018, drawing a raucous crowd of about draw from more than four decades orchestral rock blend for the ages. 1,800 fans. Jinks will be joined by Whitey of barn-burning chart hits, joy- The band performed at its peak in Morgan, another outlaw country favorite. ous singalongs, and hard-driving tackling every track of two of their Described by Rolling Stone as hav- deep cuts. Like a symphony fi nest platinum-selling albums on ing a “blue-collar brand of lived-in Whitey Morgan’s music career has that builds to a satisfying cre- 2011’s The Grand Illusion/Pieces of country,” Dallas-area native Cody Jinks spanned more than 15 years, time in scendo, a Styx set covers a wide Eight Live. Styx also re-recorded transitioned to country music in the which Morgan has released fi ve studio range of stylistic cornerstones. two full discs of classic mate- mid-2000s after starting his music career albums and a live recording from his Originally formed in 1972, Styx rial for the aptly-titled Regen- in a thrash metal band. He has since hometown of Flint, MI. Additionally, he hit its stride with guitarist/vocal- eration Volume I & II, released released nine critically-acclaimed albums. has toured relentlessly averaging over ist Tommy Shaw’s fi rst LP with the in 2011 and 2012, respectively. Commercial success followed about a 125 shows annually. Rolling Stone has band, 1976’s Crystal Ball, which The current lineup of STYX decade later, with 2016’s I’m Not the Devil. described him as a “Waylon Jennings included the Top 40 hit “Mademoi- includes Shaw, Ricky Phillips (bass/ The self-released album rose to the Top acolyte…modern day outlaw [with a] selle.” They then became the fi rst vocals), Todd Sucherman (drums), Ten of both Billboard’s Country and Indie hard hitting brand of music.” nPR Music group to score four triple-platinum Lawrence Gowan (keyboard/ albums charts. Jinks would again make has hailed “staying close to the sound albums in a row: The Grand Illu- vocals), Chuck Panozzo (bass), and the upper echelon of those rankings with and subject matter of classic outlaw sion (1977), Pieces of Eight (1978), James “JY” Young (guitar/vocals). 2018’s Lifers, and 2019’s dual releases of artists like Waylon Jennings, Merle Cornerstone (1979), and Paradise Welcome to The Grand Evolution! After the Fire and The Wanting. Those Haggard, and David Allan Coe, Morgan Theater (1981). Over the ensuing Tickets start at $33. n two albums also occupied the top two is poised to lead this hand-worn brand spots on the album sales rankings of country to the next generation.” from both iTunes and Apple Music. Tickets start at $30. n

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Q Casino Back Waters Stage 1855 GREYHOUND PARK RD The Q Casino Back Waters Stage, continues to create genre-defining presented by MidwestOne Bank blues-infused rock n’ roll. Shepherd has returns for 2021 with a slate of built an enviable resume as an accom- star-studded entertainment. plished recording artist, a riveting live The Back Waters concert venue performer, and one of the most talented setup itself will be much the same as in and distinctive guitarists of his genera- 2019, but this time it’s not going away tion. His relentless touring and success between shows. The rear entrance to on rock radio with songs like “Blue the casino, closed since the onset of on Black,” “Slow Ride,” and “Some- COVID, will only be open on concert how, Somewhere, Someway” helped nights, so there is no need to clear drive Platinum album sales status for the back lot for parking on other this blues guitar wizard. Opening the days. Leaving it up also lets people show is Bette Smith. The powerhouse see it as they drive by on Highway Brooklyn-based songstress will be out 151, and it’s a reminder of the ongoing in support of her highly lauded recent excitement happening on the site. album, The Good, the Bad and the Bette. For newcomers to the series, the Discover why Smith is being com- Turpin Tailgate area up front and closer pared to Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, to the stage has some seating (from and the Bettys (Davis and Wright). 200 to 400 chairs per show) available on a first-come, first-served basis. The front of the tailgate area is standing room only. Behind the Turpin Tailgate is general admission. G.A. is standing room, but people can bring their own chairs in if they like to sit and enjoy the show from that section, same as in the past. Q Casino does have a bag size limit, and bags are subject to search due to security issues, but you can certainly bring in your folding chair Mitchell Tenpenny with Walker Hayes and enjoy a great concert in a seat that FRIDAY, JULY 9 @ 7 PM you know for sure is comfortable. The Nashville rising star rolls in with two All of the shows are rain or shine. If albums and three EPs under his belt and it’s truly bad weather because of rain already has hit the charts with “Drunk or lightning, that will get addressed at Me,” in addition to co-writing the top 10 the time, but otherwise, the shows will hit “If the Boot Fits” with Granger Smith. go on even if there are a few fish flies. His 2018 Telling All My Secrets debuted Tickets can be purchased online only at #5 on Billboard’s Country Charts. So at BackWatersStage.com or through far, 2021 has seen the release of two Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are not singles, “Bucket List” and “To Us It Did.” refundable. Ticket prices and lineup Mitchell is joined by Walker Hayes. subject to change. Follow Q Casino at facebook.com/QCasinoHotel or check BackWatersStage.com for the most up-to-date information. n

Staind with Pop Evil SUNDAY, JULY 18 @ 7 PM Reuniting after an extended solo outing by lead singer Aaron Lewis, who made some very successful stops in Dubuque on his own in recent years, this is the The Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band original crew getting back together with Bette Smith to bring their huge hits including “It’s FRIDAY, JUNE 25 @ 7:30 PM Been a While,” “Outside,” “Some- Twenty five years into his record- thing to Remind You,” and “So Far ing career, Kenny Wayne Shepherd Away.” Opening the show is Pop Evil.

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A Flock of Seagulls, Men Without Hats, Surf Zombies Foreigner June 26 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) Aug 11 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA)

Boyz II Men Blue Öyster Cult LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT June 27 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) Aug 13 @ Alliant Energy PowerHouse (Cedar Rapids, IA) FEATURES William Elliott Whitmore June 27 @ Big Grove Brewery (Iowa City, IA) The Beach Boys Aug 15 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) THu 6/24 Alice In Chains to nirvana to Vance Sevendust w/ Austin Meade, Kirra, and Alborn Joy plus an adorable selection of June 29 @ The Rust Belt (East Moline, IL) Maroon 5 country favorites from bands like Aug 19 @ American Family Insurance lady Antebellum and Jason Aldean Fitz and the Tantrums Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) and sprinkle in some Olivia new- July 2 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) ton John and it’s simply magic! Susto REO Speedwagon Aug 21 @ Codfi sh Hollow Barnstormers July 3 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) (Maquoketa, IA) Searchlight Soul Gladys Knight Shakey Graves 6:30 PM @ YARDARM (1201 SHIRAS AVE EXT) July 9 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) Aug 21 @ Codfi sh Hollow Barnstormers This 3-piece acoustic rock band special- (Maquoketa, IA) izes in ‘90s rock. expect to hear sound- Steel Panther garden, Dishwalla, Green Day, nirvana, July 10 @ The Rust Belt (East Moline, IL) Lolo Toad The Wet sprocket, Tonic, and more. Elizabeth Mary (Duo) Aug 28 @ Codfi sh Hollow Barnstormers 6 PM @ SPIRITS BAR (1111 DODGE ST) Comedian Iliza Shlesinger (Maquoketa, IA) With a prolifi c string of singles and July 23 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) records since 2018, elizabeth Mary’s Sept 12 @ Orpheum Theater (Madison, WI) Doobie Brothers single “sweatpants and Wine” gar- Aug 28 @ TaxSlayer Center (Moline, IL) nered great regional airplay and won Primus w/ Wolfmother and Battles KBOe 104.9 FM Iowa Country song July 24 @ BMO Harris Pavilion (Milwaukee, WI) Summerfest Music Festival of the year. elizabeth Mary’s relat- Sept 2–18 @ Henry Maier Festival Park able lyrics and genuine personal- Lollapalooza Music Festival (Milwaukee, WI) Elizabeth Moen ity will leave you wanting more. July 29–August 1 @ Grant Park (Chicago, IL) 8 PM @ GARY DOLPHIN’S IRON BAR Little River Band (333 E 10TH ST) Foo Fighters Sept 4 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) COVER: $6 sAT 6/26 July 30 @ American Family Insurance Having launched in the lane of raw, Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) KISS bluesy, acoustics (opening for the likes Sept 5 @ American Family Insurance of lake street Dive), elizabeth Moen’s Modest Mouse Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) bold embrace of indie-pop produc- July 30 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) tion and electronic textures is espe- George Thorogood & The Destroyers cially enthralling. The Iowa native’s Claud Sept 5 @ Rhythm City Casino (Davenport, IA) immense vocals and poetic poignancy July 30 @ Racoon Motel (Davenport, IA) swirl into the new sonic territory in Waxahatchee a form that’s outright haunting. Her Madtown Manish Boys Billy idol Sept 9 @ Codfi sh Hollow Barnstormers songs are ultimately an expression: 6 PM @ SANDY HOOK TAVERN Aug 1 @ McGrath Amphitheatre (Cedar Rapids, IA) (Maquoketa, IA) not only of what the world means to (3868 BADGER RD, HAZEL GREEN, WI) Moen, but what she means to herself. Following Kemen Memorial Ride, Orville Peck Gogol Bordello Madison’s Madtown Mannish Boys will Aug 3 @ Raccoon Motel (Davenport, IA) Sept 11 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) take the stage. Hear Chicago-style Aug 6 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) FRI 6/25 blues, including artists like Muddy Comedian Tom Segura Waters, Junior Wells, Otis spann, Paul Willie Nelson and The Avett Brothers Sept 16 @ Overture Hall (Madison, WI) Butterfi eld, and little Walter. They Aug 7 @ Breese Stevens Field (Madison, WI) perform with raw exuberance and Michael Buble driving rhythms that make you want Elle King Sept 16 @ TaxSlayer Center (Moline, IL) to boogie. some of their tunes are Aug 7 @ Rhythm Section Amphitheater harmonica-driven, played with gritty (Mount Carroll, IL) David Huckfelt, Pieta Brown, fervor and intense energy. Others are Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts, Mac Leaphart soulful ballads, heavily infl uenced by The Black Crowes Sept 17 @ Codfi sh Hollow Barnstormers Joie Wails the likes of Otis Redding and sam Aug 8 @ American Family Insurance (Maquoketa, IA) 7:30 PM @ GRAND OPERA HOUSE (135 W 8TH ST) Cooke. This mix of styles and genres Amphitheater (Milwaukee, WI) TICKETS: $10 LIVE AUDIENCE & LIVESTREAM makes for an entertaining and dynamic Kane Brown Passionate, powerful, and rockin’ show that you won’t want to miss. Dermot Kennedy Sept 18 @ TaxSlayer Center (Moline, IL) are three words that describe Joie Aug 10 @ The Sylvee (Madison, WI) Wails. strong harmonies covering

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JabberBox Mick Staebell 8 PM @ YARDARM (1201 SHIRAS AVE EXT) 3 PM @ SUNSET RIDGE WINERY Known for their high-energy perfor- (12615 HWY 52 N) mance, they won the Best Band award “Iowa’s Favorite Piano Man” has been in BestFest 2013. Jabberbox plays entertaining audiences for over 40 all your favorite alternative hits from years and was inductee into the Iowa Theory of a Deadman, Nickelback, Rock ‘N’ Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. He Buckcherry, Blink 182, and many more. plays all your favorites from Frank Sinatra to Elvis, from the Beatles to album, Fire. Now with their fourteenth Coldplay, and everything in between. Electric Six studio album, Bride of the Devil, Electric SAT 7/3 Sing along with your favorite songs TUESDAY, JULY 6 @ 7 PM Six examines the concepts of evil and from Elton John, James Taylor, Paul SMOKESTACK (62 EAST 7TH ST) corruption, humanity’s various falls from Simon, Cat Stevens, and more. Electric Six is a six-piece Detroit-based grace, the nine circles of purgatory, and of band playing an energetic and unique course, the internet itself. Their sound will brand of rock music infused with ele- corrupt you and enslave you as the beau- FRI 7/9 ments of garage, disco, punk, new wave, tiful demonic bride you know you truly and metal. Smokestack will be the first are. Fraulein, take this severed hand with stop on their 2021 world tour and only its creepy long nails from the beginning show in Iowa. Dubuque’s PURE Service of time. To do so is truly thine destiny. Big Mojo warms up the stage as an opener. See Electric Six live on 1 PM @ DOCKSIDE BAR & GRILLE Electric Six achieved recognition in Tuesday, July 6 at Smokestack. Tickets are (22500 GOLF LAKE RD) 2003 with the singles “Danger! High $10 in advance at SmokestackDBQ.com Three journeymen rockers come Voltage” and “Gay Bar” from their debut or $15 at the door. n together to remind you where great rock and roll came from. Sure, they’re Secrets all a little gray around the edges, but 6 PM @ STONE CLIFF WINERY they still kick it right in the ass. No sluf- (600 STAR BREWERY DR) fin’ off with these ol’ boys. Guy Green Secrets was originally formed in the pounds of the beat, Paul Gilligan rips mid ‘80s and through ht years has through the solos and power chords had many changes, but Secrets has on his pretty Paul Reed Smith guitar, always stuck to its roots. They play a and Dan Shireman leads the way on wide variety of music: ‘60s through the vocals and keeps the low-end dirty- ‘80s, rock and roll, country, plus some side-down on bass. Heck, the ladies rhythm and blues just to flavor the even tell Paul that he smells like fun! If sound. Secrets plays many tunes that it’s too loud, you’re probably the same everybody can dance and sing along to. age as these dudes! See, their shows here are in the afternoon because they have to get to bed before it gets SAT 7/10 dark. Oh man, Paul’s gonna kill me!

Not Quite Brothers with Morehouse Jeff Larsen and Johnson 2:30 PM @ SPRING GREEN GENERAL STORE 5 PM @ CASCADE RIVERVIEW AMPITHEATER (137 S ALBANY ST, SPRING GREEN, WI) (101 PIERCE ST SW, CASCADE, IA) Solo fingerstyle guitar performances COST: FREE ranging from pop/rock, to jazz, clas- The Cedar Falls, IA-based, five- sical, and originals. Jeff performs piece band plays rock covers of at festivals, clubs, and weddings. songs you know and love. He teaches guitar, arranges music, and works recording sessions.

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THE LOCAL FLATBREAD

yourself. Nope. So very wrong. The pretzels at Textile can feed 2 to 3 people EASY. Maybe even four. The pretzels at Textile are so stupidly big that they can’t even jump to conclusions. The flatbread, on the other hand, is all yours. You could share it with a loved one. But only a loved ONE. A loved two is too many. I’ve said that this is first and foremost a brewery. So by all rights, all effort could be directed solely on the beer and the pretzels while the flatbread should just be some frozen crap, and we’d consider ourselves lucky to have it. But this is a building where historically people have taken pride in their work. Textile isn’t going to serve it to you unless they’re proud of it. And holy crap...the PIZZA PRETZEL pretzels, friends. Those Bavarian baddies pass mus- ter. Or...look, just let me have this one...since they’re pretzels they...pass mustard. Heh. Good one, Danny. The pretzels come with housemade beer cheese for dipping. They use their Snuggy Irish Red Ale in it. Again, Textile Brewing Company more on the beer in a second. There are many different toppings to choose from for your pretzel. We chose the By Danny Fairchild bacon pretzel, not just because I work for Bryce Parks here at 365ink, but because it has not just bacon, but also I’m a recovering beer snob. What does that mean? It building itself was built in 1908 as an early gasoline engine Swiss cheese, bourbon-maple seasoning, and a real maple means I love trying new beers, have brewed my own plant and later became a textile factory, hence the name. syrup drizzle. I just sold you, didn’t I? Granted, Swiss is a beer many times, can speak intelligently about beer, Although it’s very industrial, it doesn’t feel bit of a swing for cheese choice on something like this, but have Miller High Life in my fridge right now. Beer cold. There’s warmth in a cold beer—comfort— but damned if it doesn’t work. And I cannot stress enough fandom, like most fandoms, can get pretty toxic. especially when with friends, and this place is how big these pretzels are. Bigger than a standard dinner Beer should be about bringing people together. Any- great to get together with friends...yes, even plate. And they get a good rise out of the dough, too. body who turns up their nose at an offered beer, your beer snob friends...and suck dem suds. This isn’t some spindly little weak-armed pretzel. This even if it IS Natty Light, should be cursed with too The seating at Textile is varied and plentiful. Lots of pretzel could tie YOU in knots. Don’t be a hero or take much diacetyl in their next batch of homebrew. seats at the bar, lots of one-party tabletops, and a big this as a challenge: You’re not going to eat this pretzel Most times it’s the beer snobs who are passionate long banquet-hall-sized picnic table for many others to all by yourself. Well...you shouldn’t, anyway. You won’t enough about beer to open a brewery, which is awesome sit. We ended up at the banquet table sitting next to impress anybody. You’ll only be an object of pity. In other and should be applauded, but so often in these cases, the and across from people we’ve never met, and beyond words: No matter how good it is, and it IS, share it. condescension is literally and figuratively on tap. The only some idle one-off chitchat, we didn’t feel like we were You can hoard your flatbread if you really want people who feel welcome at such places are other beer intruding or being intruded on. But it felt very warm to get all Smaug up in the joint. And you might just snobs. And I guess they deserve a place to go, but also: To and communal. Plus, you can more easily see what want to. Again, this isn’t some frozen sheet they slap hell with those people. How about good beer with a wel- other people ordered and decide if you want it too. in the oven. These things are made FOR YOU, and coming atmosphere? Is that so hard of a concept? Not for The beer is the main thing here, and I’ll get the amoebic shape it comes in is a testament to how Textile Brewing Company, it isn’t. Good beer, good vibes. to that, but I don’t want to downplay the food. housemade it is. We ordered the Spicy Italian which Oh, it kind of looks like a beer snob hangout. It’s a Cuz this column is usually about food. is billed as “delicious flatbread baked with marinara, repurposed building with repurposed furnishings in that The menu will trick you. You might think it a little chorizo sausage, and mozzarella cheese.” You may kind of industrial theme. The new small breweries typi- sparse, but this is first and foremost a brewery. So notice that the flatbread is called the Spicy Italian, but cally nod to their pre-Prohibition roots in this way, and if you’re hungry, you’re either getting a pretzel or a chorizo is NOT an Italian sausage. So what? Shut up I’m all for it. I like my breweries to look like breweries. The flatbread. Now...you might think that the smart move and eat it, it’s good. Their Bavarian pretzels have Irish is to get a flatbread for the table and a pretzel all to red ale in the beer cheese, after all. This is America.

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BREWERS MAKING A NEW BATCH OF BEER SUMMER SONATA

The beers! Whether you’re looking St. Bob- This classic oatmeal stout for something easy drinking (or a “ses- is in honor of our amazing Uncle Bob sion” for you beer snobs) or looking for who we have never seen drink anything a beer to melt faces, Textile’s gotchu. except Beer Light.... until he drank this Beer tastes are very subjective (I, for and loved it. It was Uncle Bob who jok- one, love IPAs but can’t drink many sour ingly added the “Saint” part, but we beers even though I love sour things) so couldn’t agree more. This is a creamy, I’ll just tell you that none of the beers smooth, lightly-roasted (with no lin- we tried slapped us upside the head and gering bitterness) American stout. told us to never drink them again. They’re Cerberus- This new brew is a triple all worth trying. I’ll leave it to Textile dry-hopped Double IPA. The three to describe some that were highlights hops include Barbe Rouge (French), for me. They do a pretty good job. Riwaka (New Zealand), and El Dorado Snuggy- This Irish red ale is (American). This one also features smooth and easy going like its name- local honey from Dyersville Bee- sake, our friend Snuggy. Slainte! keeper, Al Becker!” (Not very citrusy, Summer Sonata- Maibock means this was a nice floral IPA. —Danny) “May Beer” in German. Like Iowa, It should be noted that we went on a Germany has a short spring and this Tuesday night, and the place was pretty style is a perfect transition from the packed. This might be owed to the debut dark beers (doppelbock) of winter to of their comedy night which...well...I’m the light crisp beers of the summer. As sure the comedy will only get better. is the tradition, this amber lager was Ugh! I completely forgot to check allowed to mature and soften for two out the bathrooms for you! So sorry! months. The result is a beautiful bal- But I mean...they renovated durn near ance of malt, yeast, and hops. (I loved everything in there, I imagine the the maltiness of this one —Danny) bathrooms are shiny and new. n

Textile Brewing Company 146 2ND ST NE, DYERSVILLE, IA 563-207-0357 TEXTILEBREWS.COM Hours: Sun–Thu: 11 AM–9 PM; Fri–Sat: 11 AM–10 PM Ordering Options: Indoor and outdoor seating, carryout

DANNY FAIRCHILD DANNY DOESN’T TAKE CRAP FROM NOBODY, BUT HE’LL TAKE FOOD FROM ALMOST ANYBODY. IF YOU WANT TO FIGHT DANNY, OR FEED HIM NOM-NOMS, EMAIL HIM AT [email protected].

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The first book in the nine-book series written by Dan Andriacco is erudite, clever, display room. The next morning, it was mysterious, and vastly interesting to Sher- gone along with other Sherlockiana, lock Holmes aficionados and absolutely and then a body is discovered in one of hilarious. It features Sebastian McBride and the college’s guest rooms. Enter stage Jeff Cody as hapless detectives. It’s a tale left: Sebastian McBride and Jeff Cody, called…ready for it…No Police Like Holmes. our intrepid armature detectives. They The story takes place at tiny St. Benig- have a meeting with the chancellor who nus College in even tinier Erin, OH. A grand tasks them with solving the theft and the colloquium has been planned to celebrate murder and making sure nothing bad a spectacular gift to the school. The col- sticks to the college endangering the gift. loquium is called, “Investigating Arthur McBride is a buffoon despite the fact Conan-Doyle and Sherlock Holmes.” that he is the Lorenzo Smythe Profes- The gift is the third-largest collection of sor of English Literature and is the Sherlockiana in the world. Glittering like a head of the popular cultural program super-nova at the center of all the who-do at the college. Jeff Cody is the Publics is a rarity of rarities. It is the manuscript Relations Director for the school. of The Hound of the Baskervilles. Not just As McBride takes control of the any manuscript. It is in the hand of Mr. investigation, it reminded me of the Conan-Doyle himself. It is an exceptionally Jerry Lewis movie The Nutty Profes- special manuscript for an extraordinarily sor. The cops send a female detective. special book. THOTB is held in high rever- It’s Jeff’s ex-girlfriend, and he is carry- ence among Holmes fans. Here’s why. ing a torch as big as the Chicago fire. Conan Doyle eventually got sick and As you might expect, as the story pro- tired of writing Holmes/Watson adven- gresses, they both become suspects. tures despite the fact that they made So, Jeff is taking notes and writing him extremely wealthy and famous everything down. Jeff becomes aware the world over. No one was paying any that McBride sees Jeff’s job as Watson attention to his more serious work, and to McBride’s Holmes except that Sebas- he even wrote a few science fiction tian McBride didn’t say that. He is, after stories which were also ignored. So, he all, the Lorenzo Smythe Professor of decided to commit literary murder. English Literature. He used the word Holmes and Professor Moriarty were “amanuensis.” If I’m lyin’ I’m dyin’…he engaged in a fight at the top of Reichen- said amanuensis. He also explains how bach Falls in Switzerland. They both fell deductive reasoning works and why he and presumably drown. The British public is better at it then Holmes, and it dawns was aghast. People wore black armbands; on me that McBride is describing INduc- Mr. Conan-Doyle was accosted wherever tive reasoning not DEductive reasoning. he went: out to dinner, in London on McBride, the cops, the chancellor, business, even at home, people yelled everybody has a hair-brained explanation at him as he passed by on the street. as to the theft and an even balder-brained This went on for three years, and he, explanation as to the murder. Jeff is the finally, got fed up and threw in towel. only one who makes some sense of things The adventure he wrote was The as he debunks all the unpaid guesswork. Hound of the Baskervilles. It has come He quietly says the words of the to be the best selling and most popu- great consulting detective, “When lar of all the Holmes/Watson novels. you have eliminated the impos- There it was in the center of the center sible, whatever remains, however display case in the St. Benignus’ special improbable, must be the truth.” n

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Instant brown rice. Drain and rinse a 15-ounce can of black beans and add them to a pot with ½ cup water; heat over medium heat until they begin to simmer, about 7 minutes. To prepare the bur- rito bowls, place ½ cup of cooked rice in each bowl. Top with ¼ cup black beans, 3 ounces diced grilled chicken, and desired Five Easy toppings such as 2 tablespoons of salsa, guacamole, and shredded cheese. Tip: For an even quicker meal, use shred- Dinner ded meat from a rotisserie chicken. Open-faced Tuna Melt Ideas SERVES 4 TOTAL TIME: 12 MINUTES Preheat the oven to broil (high). Make a for Busy tuna salad by combining 2 cans of drained tuna with ½ cup of mayo. Divide the tuna salad among 4 slices of hearty whole Families grain bread, spreading it evenly and to the edges. Then, top each open sandwich By Hy-Vee Nutritionists Megan with a slice of Colby Jack cheese. Place Horstman (Asbury) and Amy the open-faced sandwiches on a baking Cordingley (Locust and Dodge) sheet, and put the pan in the oven on the second-from-the-top shelf. Broil for about Some days are too busy for even a 30-min- 5 minutes with the oven door cracked ute meal; having some easy meal ideas in open a couple of inches. Watch it closely your weekly plan is key to keeping your after 5 minutes and remove from the oven family away from the trap of dashboard din- when cheese is melted and light brown. ing. Do you have finicky eaters in the family? Toss together a side salad with your Involving them in the planning, shopping, favorite dressing for your veggie option. and meal prep may help improve your success in getting them to eat and try new Panzanella Salad with foods. Planning the week doesn’t have to be (or without) Chicken complicated; keep a running list of dishes SERVES 4 that everyone agrees on and talk about TOTAL TIME: 15 MINUTES new ideas as a family. Try these five easy Using the convenience of canned garbanzo dinner ideas from your Hy-Vee dietitians. beans and sliced olives, this quick, plant- based meal comes together in minutes. In Veggie & Cheese Quesadillas a large bowl, combine 1 pint of fresh cherry SERVES 4 tomatoes; 1 diced cucumber; a 15-ounce TOTAL TIME: 18 MINUTES can of garbanzo beans, rinsed; an 8-ounce All you need are 4 large flour tortillas, 1 1/3 can of sliced black olives; 1 bunch of green cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, onions, diced; 2 cups of already-prepared 1 tsp. minced garlic, ¼ cup tomato paste, croutons; and 1/3 cup of balsamic, Ital- 2 cups mixed greens, and 1 cup of your ian, or oil-based salad dressing. To add favorite chopped veggies. Spread tomato more protein, dice 2 cups of rotisserie paste mixed with minced garlic on top of 2 chicken and add to the vegetable mix. large tortillas. Sprinkle on 2/3 cup mozzarella Fold all ingredients together and serve. cheese, ½ cup veggies, ½ cup greens, then top with another large tortilla. Heat in a Lentil Pasta with Marinara large non-stick skillet on medium-high heat, Sauce & Spinach flipping halfway through until each side is SERVES 4 golden brown. Divide the quesadilla in half TOTAL TIME: 22 MINUTES to serve two people. Repeat the steps above Cook a box of lentil pasta according to serve four people. Round out your meal to the directions on the box and drain. with some fresh fruit and a glass of milk. Return the pasta back to the pot and heat on low. Add a jar of marinara sauce Chicken Burrito Bowls and a couple handfuls of raw spinach to SERVES 4 the pot, and fold ingredients together TOTAL TIME: 23 MINUTES until heated through. Serve with a fresh Preheat your grill to 400 °F. Grill ¾ lb. slice of a Hy-Vee bakery baguette. n chicken breasts, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking on both sides and The information is not intended as internal temperature of 165 °F. While the medical advice. Please consult a medi- chicken is cooking, cook 1 cup Minute® cal professional for individual advice.

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Not My Fault By Matt Booth

Who did you blame today? Did you point your finger at your boss, coworkers, significant other, kids, or parents? Someone else is surely to blame for whatever went wrong. The only thing better than blaming others by yourself is when you can get together with a group of like-minded blamers and agree on one thing: It’s screw-ups means I admit it, apolo- someone else’s fault. This victim atti- gize, try to learn something, forgive tude, finger pointing, and lack of per- myself, and move on. We all screw sonal responsibility is widespread. up, and it’s very convenient to deny Everyone screws up. If you don’t screw responsibility and blame others. up, check the obituaries because you’re After all, it couldn’t possibly be my fault dead. Unfortunately, it’s now the norm for missing an appointment. I know it’s not to deny responsibility and blame oth- your fault you hate your job or your house ers. If our boys watch YouTube all day is a mess. I know you didn’t mean to drink and they don’t read, exercise, or make so much and then not exercise. Taking their beds, who should I blame? I could responsibility for screw-ups allows you to put the blame on my wife, the boys, learn something from them and move on. YouTube, work, or maybe even society? The blame game kills any opportunity for It’s much easier to place the blame growth. But I’m sure that’s not your fault.n on someone else than to take full responsibility for your actions. It’s also easier to blame someone rather than take a deeper look at why we made “Blame doesn’t empower you. It keeps the mistake that we did and face pos- you stuck in a place you don’t want to sible consequence. Blaming someone be because you don’t want to make the else takes less effort and is easier. temporary, but painful decision, to be My life is a result of the choices I’ve responsible for the outcome of your own made. Taking responsibility for my life’s happiness.” —Shannon L. Alder

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Powdery Mildew fi ght fungal diseases. Begin with a burlap Powdery mildew, one of the more common or cheesecloth bag containing 1 gallon of fungal diseases in the garden, will fi rst well-aged, manure-based compost. Place appear as powdery white or gray spots in a 5-gallon bucket of water, stir well, and which rapidly spread to cover leaves, ten- steep it in a warm place for 3 days. Then der stem tissues and fl ower buds. Infected remove the bag, put the liquid in a sprayer leaves often shrivel and dry, which exposes or watering can, and spray or sprinkle fruit to sunburn and may cause small fruit the entire plant. Oil spray combined with size and poor texture. Powdery mildew baking soda has been found to prevent thrives in humid conditions, especially with powdery mildew, also. Mix 1 tbsp. of bak- cool nights. Healthy plants are less sus- ing soda and 2 tsp. of horticultural oil in ceptible to infection by powdery mildew 1 gallon of water and spray plant thor- bronze-colored eggs are most often fungi, so keep plants properly fertilized oughly once a week. Be sure to follow the found on the underside of the leaves, as a and watered, and thin plants to improve application directions on the oil label; if the Squash: group of 10–20, in evenly spaced pat- air circulation around leaves and stems. plant you are treating is not listed on the terns. squishing eggs is the most effi cient Avoid overhead watering of foliage, and label, test the spray on a few leaves fi rst, way to eliminate infestation. eggs hatch water early in the day so any wet leaves waiting 48 hours to make sure there is no Pests and in about a week, making regular scout- will be quickly dried by the sun. Thorough spotting or discoloration. some studies ing and squishing necessary. nymphs are fall clean-up of plant debris will remove have shown that milk can be as eff ective pale green when young, becoming darker overwintering sites for fungi. Do not as commercial fungicides, suggesting that Diseases as they mature. Adults are fast crawl- compost infected plant material. Organic a 10 percent solution is eff ective if used ing brownish black, fl at-backed bugs. controls include copper, sulfur, compost several times a week or 20–50 percent your best line of defense against pests Protect young plants with fl oating row tea, horticultural oil plus baking soda, milk, was needed if used weekly. Dilute milk to and disease in your garden is prevention. covers (remove covers prior to fl ower- and neem-based products. Try a spray of the desired percent in water, and add a Row covers at transplant or sowing can go ing to allow pollination or hand-pollinate compost tea or baking soda plus horticul- couple drops of natural soap to help the a long way. you will not need to remove fl owers.) Handpick all stages of squash tural oil, spraying plants thoroughly and spray stick to leaves, rather than rolling off . row covers until fl owers appear, allowing bugs from the plant base and undersides frequently every 7 to 10 days to prevent plants to get a good, healthy head start. of leaves and squish or put in a bucket of the spread of the disease. Compost tea, Article by Botanical Interests. scout unprotected plants for pests and soapy water. Place boards on the ground long used as a fertilizer, may also help Printed with permission. n disease weekly to catch any symptoms around plants and destroy adults found early. Attract native parasitic fl ies and underneath every morning by scraping wasps with small-fl owered pollen and them into a pail of soapy water. neem (an nectar plants like dill, cilantro, or alyssum. extract of the Indian Azadirachta indica But sometimes pests and disease still tree) has an odor that deters gray or plague our gardens! Here’s the common brown adult squash bugs, and if they eat ones to watch out for in squash plants. it, it will disrupt their ability to reproduce (don’t expect an immediate knock-down). Squash Vine Borers Insecticide soap and horticultural oil is squash vine borer moths hatch out of eff ective with contact to young nymphs their overwintering cocoons in the soil. (adults are very diffi cult to kill) and will These red bodied, wasp-like moths lay need to be reapplied to survivors or reddish-brown eggs around the stem subsequent hatches. Kaolin clay products close to the soil line. Deter moths by work to coat the leaf surface with a layer of covering the base of the stems near the clay creating a physical barrier for eating ground with soil, mulch, foil, or fabric and egg-laying. Kaolin clay washes off with material. The fi rst sign of squash borers rain and will need to be reapplied. Also, are eggs laid on the stem near the soil sowing successions monthly, using row line, next to a pin-head sized hole, and cover allows you to trap bugs and destroy sawdust-looking frass near the hole the infested plants starting fresh monthly. borer made entering the stem; then part or all of the plant wilts. you can inject Cucumber Beetles the stem with Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) Cucumber beetles looks like ladybugs to kill the larvae or use a sanitized knife but are yellow with black dots or yellow to cut above the entry hole, remove with black stripes. Both beetles spread the larvae, and bury the damaged stem disease like bacterial wilt and should be in hopes it will create new roots and controlled as soon as possible. Kaolin clay recover. Because the caterpillars over- products create a layer of clay that makes winter and rise again in the same fi elds, feeding on the plants diffi cult for the removing and destroying (not compost- cucumber beetles. spinosad is a soilborne ing) infected plants is paramount in bacterium that is the active ingredient in preventing ongoing borer infestations. other organic cucumber beetle controls. straw mulch makes beetle movement Squash Bugs more diffi cult and creates habitat for wolf squash Bugs attack all squash. Both adults spiders, which prey on cucumber beetles. and nymphs suck plant juices, causing Intercropping broccoli, nasturtium, or damage to the plant, which can result in radish with squash has been shown to a reduced harvest. squash bugs’ shiny reduce damage from cucumber beetles.

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8 9 5 3 6 2 4 1 7 w Gwen Danzig’s w 1 7 6 4 9 5 3 8 2 2 4 3 8 7 1 6 5 9 6 1 7 5 2 3 9 4 8 Good Advice 9 5 2 6 8 4 7 3 1 4 3 8 7 1 9 5 2 6 7 6 4 2 5 8 1 9 3 DEAR GWEN, are worse things that could hap- My best friend borrowed money from me pen to you than giving your friend 3 2 9 1 4 7 8 6 5 for his “rent,” but after the fact, I found money for a little bit and then getting 5 8 1 9 3 6 2 7 4 out he was borrowing money to invest it right back without a problem. For 06010072102 it in cryptocurrency. I found out from a example, you could be me right now: mutual friend who wanted to warn me, respected, hilarious, a certifi ed smoke- so I didn’t lend him any more money. I show, but behind a lady attempting to can only assume he thought he’d make write a check at the self-checkout. it back two-fold and be able to pay —xoxo Gwen me back quickly. He did end up paying me back, but I’m still upset. How do I DEAR GWEN, bring this up to him? I feel like a sucker, My girlfriend really wants me to go honestly, and I don’t want him to think to therapy. I don’t really want to go. he can keep taking advantage of me. It seems like this isn’t a thing a girl- —All the best, friend should ask of their boyfriend, Accidental Investor on Asbury but I don’t know much about rela- tionships. Do you think my girlfriend DEAR ACCIDENTAL is allowed to ask this of me? Is this INVESTOR ON ASBURY, a warning sign for something? Or I listened to a podcast that said anyone should I just do it and see if it helps? who isn’t investing in crypto right now —sincerely, I’m Fine near Finley is an idiot. I listened to another podcast that said anyone who is investing in DEAR I’M FINE NEAR FINLEY, crypto right now is an idiot. If both or Have you ever noticed that when neither of those things are true, lots people say, “I’m fi ne,” they really of people are idiots. I’m an idiot no mean they want the ground to matter what because every time I talk open up around them and swal- to the fi nancial guy who does my IRA, low them whole? I dunno, I could be I make some dizzy comment and then wrong. Maybe you’re really fi ne. backpedal for like 10 minutes. last week he asked me if I wanted life insur- What I do know is I needed therapy so ance and I said, “I don’t believe in life bad I cold called fi ve or six therapists insurance because it makes me much a few weeks ago. some weren’t taking easier to murder.” And there was a long, new clients, but then I accidentally got pregnant silence before I said, “I think two therapists at the same time and I’m kidding. I’m kidding, probably.” The didn’t know how to stop the trajec- time before that, I said, “Are you gonna tory I’d created, so now I’m two-timing put my money in crypto or what are we my therapists with each other. My doing here?” And he said, “…no…” and goal is to convince one that I’m fi ne I said, “Are you giving my like, three by June 30. Want one of mine? I really dollars to the one living Koch brother truly probably only need one. I’m hav- or what?” And he said, “uh…” which ing a hard time keeping track of what probably means yes. I guess what I’m I’ve told each of them, and it’s very trying to tell you is I don’t know if your stressful. steve Jobs, take the wheel. friend’s idea is a bad one. I pay a really —xoxo Gwen smart guy to listen to me babble for 20 minutes once a year to make sure I retire with more than a hundred dollars. GWEN BEATTY But the crux of the issue is your friend GWen BeATTy Is A sORORITy DROPOuT AnD lied to you, huh? Bummer. But ulti- CRyBABy, ReADy AnD WIllInG TO BOss yOu mately, if you really needed the money, AROunD. IF yOu WAnT TO Tell HeR sHe’s you wouldn’t have lent it. And there PReTTy, eMAIl [email protected].

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ARIES sales of Vanilla Ice’s 2nd album, To the (APR 19–MAY 13) Extreme. But soon after we did that... Until any two metalheads our economy rebounded. So who’s can come to an agreement on what wording to their mother now? bands are actually considered metal, it’s just best to avoid that whole scene. OPHIUCHUS (NOV 30–DEC 17) TAURUS Some events are worth (MAY 14–JUNE 19) remembering. Like the first time you First thing in the morn- called your mom “Mommy.” Or the first ing, even before doing a wee, time your mom called me “Daddy.” delete last night’s search history. SAGITTARIUS GEMINI (DEC 18–JAN 8) (JUNE 20–JULY 20) Technology may not be able You will develop a healthy to mend a broken heart. But it does relationship with that game app have porn related to that very scenario. you’re addicted to. Or...at least it will become more intimate. CAPRICORN (JAN 9–FEB 15) CANCER Whoa. You’re going (JULY 21–AUG 9) to get so laid! High five. Relax. If they wanted to kill you, you’d be dead by now. AQUARIUS (FEB 16–MAR 11) LEO The high-stress 9-to-5 (AUG 10–SEP 15) life may not be panning out for It’s not that you need to grow you, but at least you have your up. It’s just that children are gener- art career to fall back on. ally known for being assholes, too. PISCES VIRGO (MAR 12–APR 18) (SEP 16–OCT 30) You’re a hard habit to If you’re feeling stuck, it’s break. And that ain’t the stars talk- because you’re the sticky glue that ing. Nope. That’s pure Cetera, baby. holds literally everything together. Please cheer up. Before you doom us all.

LIBRA (OCT 31–NOV 22) They say books are weapons, but that’s becom- ing less true with e-readers get- DANNY FAIRCHILD ting even smaller and lighter. DANNY FAIRCHILD IS THE ONLY THING STANDING BETWEEN US AND THE CELESTIAL SCORPIO BODIES THAT WOULD DESTROY US ALL. (NOV 23–NOV 29) KIND OF LIKE THE MOVIE ARMAGEDDON. People think it’s funny that YOU CAN THANK HIM BY EMAILING HIM Dubuque had the highest per capita AT [email protected].

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