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{ lisa stevenson } 4 community briefs 14 movies 28 dubuque smile makeover Advertising 6 town clock music 15 of gods and men 28 peace breathing [email protected] | 563-690-2043 7 bike to work week 16 bud live music listings 29 home & health features 8 arts 17 dubuquefest pul-out 30 catfish festival { brad parks } 9 treasures of dubuque 21 bud nightlife highlights 31 library events / riverview Community, Incorporated, Principal 10 renaissance faire 22 argosy’s food review 32 puzzles [email protected] 11 bobfest 25 pet corner 33 mayor roy buol 12 re-inventing dubuquefest 26 mattitude 34 trixie kitsch { matt booth } 13 miles nielsen 27 pam kress-dunn 35 dr. skraps Mattitude [email protected]

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What can we say? I’ve just about had it with all My high school classmate, Lori Schmitt has the young friends recently diagnosed with can- Stage IV Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. She’s not the cer. I wish no one would have to face and fight first in my Hempstead class of ‘91 to fight can- this ugly bastard, but when younger people cer. Just a year ago, Todd Soppe was lost to can- who didn’t even do the kinds of things that un- cer leaving a wife and daughter. I hadn’t talked fortunately earn a person cancer over a lifetime, to Todd in years and I still teared up when I read like smoking or listening to Michael Bolton, find about it in the paper. But at least can we also themselves in the fight of their lives, well that celebrate some victories along the way. Lisa just plain sucks. We’ve got a couple of friends Freidman from our class beat cancer and con- of 365 I want to tell you about who have some tinues the fight for others. And my little friend great benefit events coming up. We hope you Jack, who you may have read about in this col- can make it out to show your support and help umn in the past, continues to be cancer-free our friends and so many others to LIVESTRONG as we approach another You Don’t Know Jack in the fight! And, of course, the benefits have to Poker Run at New Digging’s this summer. (I’m be on the same day, so prepare to multitask! selling (eating) candy bars for him right now if you want to stop by the office!)

Jenni Welsh is a 30 year old who was recently di- agnosed with Stage IV Non-Hodgkin’s Lympho- But back to Lori. Sorry, Lori, I tend to do that a ma. Stage IV is the most aggressive, meaning the lot. Come have some fun and support Lori’s fight cancer has spread beyond the lymph system. with a Dart & Bean Bag Tournament and live & si- Due to Jen’s extensive and extremely aggres- lent auctions at Courtside on Saturday May 21st sive treatment, she has been unable to return from 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. There will be great food, to work. Jen is a member of the Eastern Iowa music, raffle prizes, and drink specials. Monetary Outlaws Roller Derby Team. She loves camping, donations can be made to the “Lori Schmitt Ben- bowling, spending time with her mom, Cindy, efit Fund” at Dupaco Community Credit Union. and two dogs, Jasper and Jasmine, and kicking back and having a few beers with good friends. Some of the cool auction items include a juke- box that plays 45’s; 2 iPads; a basket of Crayola Jennie’s benefit is on Saturday, May 21st from products worth over $500; a hearing aid and the 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at the Grand River Center in follow up treatment, sizing, etc., overnight stays Dubuque. Highlights of the big day of fun for a at the Hotel Julien and Grand Harbor Resort; 4 great cause include DJ Skillet spinning the tunes tickets to USAC Midgets & Silver Crown Cars, from 1-4 p.m. with a bean bag tournament at plus IndyCar Qualifying on Friday, June 24th, a 2 p.m. and an iPod drawing and raffle at 4 p.m. Kindle and many, many more wonderful items! The Live Auction starts at 5 p.m. with the silent And the raffle items are a 42” plasma screen TV auction wrapping up at 6 p.m. Then the fun kicks and a remote auto start. Tickets are $10 each or into high gear when Bad Habit takes the stage, 3 for $25. Being generous for a cause feels good. with local masters of classic hard rock, Menace, Being generous and taking home a 42” plasma taking over from 9 - 11 p.m. television wouldn’t hurt things too much either.

In case you can’t make the event, monetary do- I send my very best to both of my courageous, nations may be sent to: DuTrac Community Credit beautiful friends and wish you both huge suc- Union. Jennifer Welsh Benefit Acct. P.O. Box 3205, cesses at your events. Even more so, I wish you Dubuque, IA 52004. And if you are in to position to both a fast and permanent victory over cancer be able to donate a great item to the raffle or silent so you may return to the things that you should auction, contact Gail Brimeyer at 563-495-2703. be able to be most important to you right now, like being a great mom for Lori, or for Jennie, giv- You know the Outlaw girls are going to be there ing another girl on roller skates a flying elbow to in force and we know that Buck and the Menace the solar plexus when the ref isn’t looking. You boys are particularly pumped up about the show. know, the little joys of life.

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of emergency transitional housing related to support services. More information, including a Wish List of shelter needs is located online at www.openingdoorsdbq.org.

Melanie Devaney in Concert Five Flags Bijou Room Friday, May 13th, 7:30 p.m. Melanie Devaney returns to her roots, and by roots we mean 13 she’s coming home for a visit. International Migratory Bird Day MAY While the super talented Saturday, May 14 singer- songwriter currently calls L.A. home, Mines of Spain Recreation Area Epworth is where the talent started, but it’s The Mines of Spain celebrates International actually Five Flags Bijou Room where you’ll Migratory Bird Day, Saturday, May 14 with get the chance to hear her do her thing live in a free special event from 10 a.m. to noon. concert on Friday, May 13th at 7:30 p.m. Tick- David Shealer and Dan Wenny from Loras ets are just $10 for adults with children 10 & College will be on hand to provide informa- under $8 and they are available at Five Flags tion on migratory birds that come to the area Box Office (563)589-4258. Melanie has new for the summer to nest or make the park a music, new stories and a new CD since her stop over to rest and then continue north. last performance. Don’t miss a minute of it! Dan will conduct a hike on the Catfish Creek Trail in search of migrants or some of the local birds. Dave will be monitoring the mist nets set up along the trail in hopes of captur- ing migratory birds. These birds will be avail- able for you to view during and at the end of the hike. When the hike is complete, Dan and Dave will be banding and gathering data about each bird. Binoculars are suggested for the hike. The hike will be approximately Opening Doors Trivia Night one and half miles in length. The Catfish Friday, May 13 Creek trail follows Catfish Creek through bot- Knights of Columbus Hall tomland forest and returns through upland Opening Doors invites trivia lov- forest providing excellent habitat for a vari- ers to test their wits on Friday the ety of birds. For more information about this 13 13th at their Trivia Night fund- program or about the Mines of Spain call the MAY raiser. Scheduled for Friday, May E. B. Lyons Interpretive Center at 563-556- 13 from 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall 0620 to learn about upcoming programs visit located at 781 Locust Street, the trivia competi- the parks website at www.minesofspain.org. tion will feature 10 rounds of trivia, a 50/50 raffle, prizes, food and fun. Prizes include a 50/50 cash raffle grand prize, a Nintendo Wii, and other prizes. The entry fee is $12 per person (8 per team) in advance, and $15 at the door. All indi- vidual participants will be teamed together. Par- ticipants are encourage to register in advance by calling 563-582-7480, emailing alorenz@open- ingdoorsdbq.org, or going online to our web Rural Heritage Museum site at www.openingdoorsdbq.org. Registration and Village Open House will also take place at the door the night of the Saturday, May 14 event. All proceeds from this event will specifi- Organizers of the Rural Heri- cally go to fund medical needs for the homeless tage Museum and Village will women and children at the Maria House and 14 host an informational Open Teresa Shelter. Opening Doors was established MAY House Saturday, May 14 from in 2000 to offer hospitality and opportunity to 1 to 4 p.m. at The Black Horse Inn located in women, alone or with children, who are in need Sherrill, just north of Dubuque. The Board of

4 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { community briefs } our house, our cup, baby!

Directors of the Rural Heritage Museum invite competition for junior high school students fol- members of the community to attend this lowed by an open class jackpot team roping in Open House to learn more about their project. one arena with open class jack pot barrel rac- This will be an opportunity to gain informa- ing in the other. All area cowboys and cowgirls tion about the museum’s progress, goals, and are invited to enter the fun. Saturday competi- ways to get involved with a variety of volun- tion includes 12 events in both arenas for the teer opportunities available. Members of the high school divisions, grades 9-12. Performance Board of Directors will be available at the Open times are 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday. Cut- House to answer any questions and provide ting horse competition is scheduled for Sun- further information about the project’s future day, May 22 at 8:30 a.m. followed by the final plans. Also, weather permitting there will be high school rodeo performance at Noon on a chance to tour the actual site of the future Sunday. Tickets at the gate are $7 adults and home of the Rural Heritage Museum and Vil- $3 for children ages 6-12. Discounted advance lage. Hors D’oeuvres and other beverages will tickets at Theisen’s Home & Farm Stores, Dyers- be served. Park Farm Winery will also be offer- ville, Maquoketa & Dubuque or Long Horn Sad- ing samples of their wine, with bottles of wine dlery. For more information, call 563-599-0782. available for purchase. For more information about the Rural Heritage Museum, visit www. RuralHeritageMuseumIowa.org.

USHL Clark Cup Finals #1 Fighting Saints vs. #2 Green Bay Gamblers Mystique Ice Center Friday & Saturday, May 20-21 This is it. In their first season back, Larry Welo Opening Reception 20-21 the Saints are #1 and have plowed Saturday, May 14 through the playoff to reach the BRIO Art Gallery, Galena MAY finals where they face a famil- Galena’s BRIO Art Gallery hosts iar foe in the Green Bay Gamblers. The first two a new show featuring the prints games are on the road in Green Bay, then the 14 of Larry Welo. The gallery will action comes home to the Mystique Ice Center MAY host an opening reception for on Friday May 20th, 7 p.m. for Game 3, and if nec- the exhibit, Saturday, May 14 from 3 to 7 pm. essary, on Saturday, May 21st for Game 4, 7:05 p.m. Guests will have an opportunity to meet Larry Hopefully they can wrap it up and raise the cup and hear him explain the etching process. The on home ice before the series would return to exhibit will feature more than a dozen etchings Green Bay for a Game 5 on may 24th. Get tickets that have never been seen in BRIO before plus online at dubuquefightingsaints.com. Go Saints! the ongoing Welo exhibit. The exhibit will be on display through June 5. BRIO Art Gallery is Hospice located at 116 South Main Street, Galena, Illinois Tree of Life and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For Tuesday, May 24 more information, call 815-776-1010. Washington Park Hospice of Dubuque invites all to gather for the annual Hospice of 24 Dubuque Tree of Life Memorial MAY Service and Tree Lighting Cer- emony Tuesday, May 24, 7:30 p.m. at Washington Park Gazebo. The event includes music, reflec- tions, lighting of the Tree of Life. Each light sym- Regional High School Rodeo bolizes a donation made in memory or in honor May 20-23 of a loved one. All memorials, not only Hospice, Dubuque County Fairgrounds are welcome. Donors are invited to add a light The Dubuque County Fair- to the tree by sending a monetary gift no later 20-23 grounds hosts the Dubuque – than Friday, May 20, to ensure names will appear Wisconsin Regional High School in the printed program. Rian site is the Knights of MAY Rodeo, May 20-23. The event Columbus Hall, 781 Locust Street. For more info begins Friday, May 20 at 4 p.m. with a rodeo visit hospiceofdubuque.org.

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workers to slip outside for some fresh air, lunch, and live music under the Town Clock. A variety of food vendors will be taking turns this year, including Carlos O’Kelly’s who will kick off the first two Fridays, to offer youa quick lunch, making Lunchtime Jam a mini- festival in the middle of your Friday workday – a great primer for the weekend.

Dubuque365 Presents: Lunchtime Jam Every Friday, 11:30 - 1 PM Can you believe it’s already that time again? The celebration of summer, food, and music known as Lunchtime Jam returns the Friday of DubuqueFest weekend, May 20. Hosted by your own 365 crew and local sponsors includ- Lunchtime Jam gets started Friday, May 20, just ing Prudential, Cottingham & Butler and Car- in time for DubuqueFest with 365’s own Ralph los O’Kelly’s, Lunchtime Jams feature laid-back Kluseman, and continues every Friday (weather lunchtime performances by local acoustic permitting) until it gets too cold to play guitar. musicians in shady Town Clock Plaza every Fri- Upcoming performers include the following: day around lunchtime (weather permitting). May 20 – Ralph Kluseman Featuring acoustic performances by local May 27 – Frank Busch musicians over the lunch hour, the Lunchtime June 10 – Jon Schmitz Jam provides an opportunity for downtown June 17 – John Moran

The roots-rock-country-soul sounds of Budweiser Kickoff to Summer Mighty Short Bus take over from 6 - 8 p.m. Town Clock Plaza The pupular Madison-based group has Friday, May 27 made Dubuque a home away from home Summer is almost here. It’s building a big fan base in the river city. official… Budweiser says so! 27 The Budweiser Kickoff to Sum- The Love Monkeys headline the festival MAY mer runs 5 p.m. - 11 p.m., Friday, from 8-11 p.m. Hailing from Milwaukee, they May 27th under the Town Clock. Admission is have a massive following and really bring free with plenty of food and beverages avail- the party. They have headlined the Kickoff able for purchase and all ages are welcome. every year since it started, nearly a decade ago. There’s a very good reason why. Come One of the biggest Town Clock concerts of the find out for yourself. season, the kickoff is organized by Music and More Promotions and supports the Sertoma Club, Boy Scouts and Camp Albrecht Acres.

The first band starts right at 5 p.m. “Boom- tangle” is Dubuque’s newest rock band, born from the Rocket Surgeons, including 365ink Publisher Bryce Parks, with the lovely Joie Booth, former singer for Zero 2 Sixty.

6 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { bike to work week } oh, you mean pedal bike? but i just polished up my sweet 1980 honda cm400T!

working to go green, Bike to Work Week is a great addition to your efforts. And with gas crossing the $4 a gallon mark, it's smart in a whole other way as well. Bike to Work Week May 16-20 Community support of Bike to Work Week Since 1956, May has been is an affirmation that our community can 16-20 recognized as National Bike enhance air quality, cut down on traffic Month while the third week congestion, and improve personal health MAY in May is designated Bike to and fitness by commuting to work by bike. Work Week and the third Friday of May is Bike to Work Day. Got that. There will be a Join the movement and register at www. quiz later. Sustainable Dubuque is proud to thonline.com/biketowork to bike 1, 3, or all 5 support the Telegraph Herald and Tri-State days of Bike to Work Week for your chance Trail Vision’s 2nd annual Bike to Work Week to win great prizes and change the way you with support from The McGraw-Hill Com- commute! It’s really important to register and panies, Bicycle World, Oak Ridge Apparel & log your miles beyond just doing the bik- Awards, American Trust and Free Flight. ing so that organizers can quantify the cost savings and environmental benefits acchi- eved by the effort as well as make a case for more public biking facilities such as trails, bike racks, etc. Once you register, download your FREE bike Safety Check coupon good at participating bike shops. No bike? What, did you get rid of it when you "grew up"? No bet- ter time that right now, as Spring has finally arrived, to add a new bike to the fleet or gas burners taking up space in the garage. Per- haps new bikes for the whole family could be a great incentive to get healthy together and spend some quality time with the kids. And if you've been living under a rock (or a tv remote), you'll be please to learn of the great family friendly bike trails in the area to enjoy.

Tri-State Trail Vision was formed from the Biking to work is part of healthier life- Envision 2010 (Ten Community Projects by style and decreases traffic congestion, 2010) effort with a mission of developing an lessens parking constraints, and reduces integrated trail system to enhance the life of green house gas emissions. For businesses the residents in the Tri-State region.

www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 7 { arts } did I read rush tickets for $10? sweet. bring on la villa strangiato!

summer to recharge those relationships. Free from husbands, kids and jobs, they meet at the same beach cottage to catch up, laugh and meddle in each other’s lives. Don’t miss this hilarious and touching com- edy about friendships that last forever. The production stars Bell Tower favorites Sue Flogel and Cindy Campton along with new- comers to the Bell Tower Theater stage Kim- berly Feltes, Sarah Hayes and Jill Pecoraro.

The Bell Tower Theater is conveniently located The Dixie Swim Club in Fountain Park at 2728 Asbury Road in the Bell Tower Theater city’s vibrant West End just minutes from June 3-18 both Highway 20 and the Northwest Arterial. The Bell Tower Theater, your hometown Performances are Thursday evenings at 7:30 theater, is pleased to announce its sum- pm, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 pm, mer comedy, the Dubuque premiere of The and Sunday afternoons at 3 pm from June 3 Dixie Swim Club by Jessie Jones, Nicholas to 18, 2011. June 3 & 4 are the Early Bird Spe- Hope & Jamie Wooten and directed by Bell cial performances, tickets are just $9. Tickets Tower Theater Artistic Director Sue Riedel. for all other performances are $18. Thursdays are Girls’ Night Out; all audience members Five Southern women, whose friendships get a free glass of wine. For information and began many years ago on their college to purchase tickets call 563-588-3377 or visit swim team, set aside a long weekend every us online at www.belltowertheater.net.

to celebrate the student’s work. Classes are open to all children and young adults, and no previous art experience is necessary.

All classes will be from 9:30am to 11:30 am, Monday through Friday, and The Dubuque Museum of Art classes will be $55 per student, with dis- Summer Youth Art Academy counts available for multiple children The Dubuque Museum of Art is pleased within a family. A limited number of to announce opportunities for area youth scholarships are available for those chil- to attend the Museum’s Summer Youth dren not able to afford the tuition pay- Art Academy. Continuing the Museum’s ment. The session calendar and age celebration of Grant Wood’s 120th birth- groups are as follows: day, the Museum will host a series of sum- mer classes modeled after Wood’s Stone June 20-24: Ages 6 to 8 City Art Colony. Students will have the June 27- July 1: Ages 9-12 opportunity to explore a variety of art July 11-15: Ages 13-16 forms including plein air (outdoor) sketch- July 18-22: Ages 18-22 ing, figure drawing, printmaking, sculp- ture, and, for the older students, mural For registration and information, please con- design. A student exhibition and recep- tact Margaret Buhr at the Museum at 563- tion will be held at the end of the sessions 557-1851 or email [email protected].

8 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { treasures of dubuque } the only thing better than fine art, is fine art with booze and finger foods!

sometimes be seen racing through downtown Treasures of Dubuque: the Conlon Family Dubuque in his polka-dot boxer shorts while Friday, June 17 the company found it necessary to relocate. promoting his recently published, Behold My Hotel Julien Dubuque The move brought the Conlons to Dubuque, Shorts – The Best of Robert Byrne. For their strong presence as Iowa, where opportunities abounded for their part of Dubuque’s history and growing family and company. Cynthia “Cindy” Nelms-Byrne is an accom- 17 unyielding support throughout plished painter and graphic designer. Her JUNE the community, the Dubuque Under guidance of the second generation of artwork is collected and exhibited nationally County Historical Society will honor the Conlons, the company had become firmly in museums, galleries, and private collec- Conlon Family as Treasures of Dubuque. The established in the Midwest region. They were Dubuque Museum of Art presents: tions, and locally her work is represented by Treasures of Dubuque is presented by the well-known by this time for the construction A Reasonably Good-Natured Roast Outside the Lines Art Gallery. In December Dubuque County Historical Society; it was of numerous factories, religious structures, of Bob & Cindy Byrne 2012, Cindy will have a solo exhibition at the created to bestow special honor and recogni- municipal buildings and projects with several Friday, May 13, 6 PM, Hotel Julien Dubuque Museum of Art. tion upon an individual or family who has sig- prominent colleges and universities through- The Dubuque Museum of Art nificantly contributed to both the community out Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota. hosts what promises to be a The evening, which will begin with a cock- and the history of Dubuque. Past honorees 13 truly hillarious fundraising event: tail hour at 6 p.m., will be hosted by M.C. have included the Wahlert Family, the McDon- As decades have passed, a third generation MAY A Reasonably Good-Natured Paul Hemmer. Following dinner at 7 p.m., ald Family, the Schrup Family, Walter Peterson of Conlons—Steve, Tim and Mike—have Roast of Bob & Cindy Byrne, Friday, May 13 in Bob and Cindy will be roasted by Maestro and Wayne Norman, Sr. assumed the mantle of leadership at Con- the Grande Ballroom of the Hotel Julien. Bob William Intriligator of the Dubuque Sym- lon Construction Co. and in the community. and Cindy Byrne are known for being one of phony Orchestra, writer Rebecca Christian, “The Conlon family has a great legacy in Their active participation in the Dubuque Dubuque’s most talented, colorful, and beloved members of Cindy’s Book Club, and a spe- Dubuque, and we want to recognize that; they community includes service to local non- couples, and this fundraiser for the Museum of cial “Surprise Roaster.” Of course, Bob and truly are treasures to this community,” said His- profit organizations like the National Missis- Art might be reasonably good-natured but is Cindy will have their opportunity at rebuttal, torical Society Board President Tim Butler. sippi River Museum & Aquarium, Boys and sure to have the crowd roaring in the aisles. which should prove to be equally hilarious.

Robert “Bob” Byrne is a popular author of many Tickets for the fundraiser are $75 per person humorous books and the top-rated resources (half of which is a tax-deductible contribu- on billiards. He is also a regular columnist in tion to the Dubuque Museum of Art). Table the Dubuque Telegraph Herald. Perhaps his sponsorships for groups of 8 are available for most famous novel is the hilarious Memories $750. The Museum asks guests to RSVP by of A Non-Jewish Childhood. He reportedly can Monday, May 2 by calling (563) 557-1851.

You might not notice it at first glance, but when Girls Club of Greater Dubuque, Hillcrest Fam- looking over the cityscape of Dubuque you ily Services, the Dubuque Museum of Art, can see throughout numerous structures the Junior Achievement and St. Mark Commu- image of a family with roots deeply embed- nity Center, among others. ded in the community. The Conlon family and Conlon Construction Co. have thrived “It’s very humbling to see the ways that our in Dubuque and the tri-state area for the past company has helped to create the character 108 years, and continue to do so today led by a of many cornerstone organizations and busi- third generation of builders. The commitment nesses in the area—we know that everything to their great-grandfather Richard Conlon’s we do will continue to affect our community,” founding principles and family values is what said Tim Conlon. “So we always take the long- has made it possible for Conlon Construction range view in terms of relationships, quality, Co. to celebrate more than 100 years of excel- service and more. We want the Conlon Fam- lence not only in business, but in their dedica- ily to feel the very same sense of community tion to family and community as well. pride in another 100 years,” he added. “The Historical Society could not agree more” adds Richard F. Colon, an innovator who believed in NMRMA Development Director, Ginger Sakas. “guts and hard work along with good, sound business practices,” founded Conlon Construc- The Dubuque County Historical Society will tion Co. in 1903. Through the first two decades hold their Treasures of Dubuque evening of the 20th century he left his mark across event to celebrate and honor the Conlon fam- southwestern Wisconsin through various ily at the beautifully restored Julien Hotel on mechanical, electrical and civil engineering Friday, June 17, 2011. Tickets are $100 each. For projects in Cuba City and the surrounding area. more information, please contact Develop- By 1922, after a period of exponential growth, ment Director Ginger Sakas at 563-557-9545.

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Juggling, music, dance, story-telling, sword- our jugglers, Kids with Fire and also the two play, battles, and pirates all return as well. music groups who are a part of the festival. Orkes and Trolles are a trio that sing folk music A sprawling, family-friendly event, Renais- from the renaissance time period – songs sance Faire offers much for both kids and that most people are familiar with – they get adults. Visitors can meet Queen Catherine their audiences to sing and clap along. The and King Edward and their court. Sir Arthur, Glastonbury Revelers are the madrigal group Sir Allyn, and Sir Gabriel of Joust Evolution that I created back in the 1990s. I don’t direct will do armored battle on horseback for the them anymore due to a lack of time in my title of Queen’s Champion. The Brotherhood schedule, but I still love to listen to them sing.” Dubuque Renaissance Faire of Steel will demonstrate the use of age-old May 21-22 weaponry with live swordplay. “The Brother- Camp Albrecht Acres hood of Steel will be with us this year doing The Dubuque Renaissance Faire returns this live steel demonstrations,” said Queen Cath- and other tasty options. Visitors can shop for year with a new sponsor and a new location. erine (also known as Lynne Melssen, producer treasures in a unique tented marketplace that The Faire will be hosted by Camp Albrecht of the event). “The weapons they use are the will offer jewelry, clothing, pottery, swords, Acres (14837 Sherrill Road) the weekend of real thing, it’s quite exciting to watch.” leather, glass, kilts, tarot readings, henna tat- May 21-22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. toos, and more. The event is a fundraiser for Albrecht Acres which provides services for disabled children A full day of entertainment, food, shopping, and special needs adults. Visitors can meet and family fun, tickets for the Dubuque the King and Queen, watch jousting, sword- Renaissance Faire are just $5 per person, the play, jugglers, and minstrels, and shop the same rate as the last three years. A family of marketplace for a range of goods. Strolling minstrels and eccentric characters four can attend for just $20! Families of camp- from “Albrecht Village” will be found roaming ers who have attended Camp Albrecht Acres This is the fourth year for the Dubuque Renais- the lanes and entertaining passersby. Would be can receive special consideration by calling sance Faire. Begun as a fundraiser for the archers can try their hand with bow and arrow the camp at 563-552-1771 for more informa- Dubuque Museum of Art, the museum passed The main stage will offer a variety of enter- at the Legends of Sherwood Archery Range. tion. The event is open rain or shine from 10 the event on to Camp Albrecht Acres, feeling tainment including music from the Orkes & a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. For more informa- that the Renaissance Faire more closely matched Trolles and the Glastonbury Revelers, comedy tion, visit www.dbqrenfaire.org the mission of the camp for disabled children by the Queen’s favorite fool, Lloyd Brant of and young adults in “providing a unique envi- the Theatre of Fools in Minneapolis, juggling ronment for people with special needs.” by Kids With Fire, storytelling by William and Blackjack’s Dragon Tales, as well as perfor- Not only a great fit in terms of its mission, mances by the Bawdy Buccaneers, The Troop- the camp provides a great new home for ing Faeries, and Sons of the Mist. the event. With 40 acres of wooded land, Albrecht Acres offers enough space for some “I enjoy all of it,” said Melssen, in answer to of the more popular features added to the our question about her favorite aspects of The Renaissance Faire also offers food from Faire in recent years like jousting and archery. the event. “But some of my favorites are roasted turkey legs to cheesecake-on-a-stick

10 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { bobfest } do you think people shout “play some skynyrd” at bob dylan?

BOBFEST: Mabusth is of course a devout fan and Saluting Bob Dylan’s 70th Birthday member of the local Bob tribute band Sunday, May 29 Nothin’ But Dylan, which also features Ken Riverboat Lounge Gratton on vocals, guitar, and harmonica; Now there’s a milestone for and Cheryl Gratton on drums; along with you! Legendary songwriter Ron Tigges on bass and others when the 29 Bob Dylan turns 70 this month core trio expands to a full band. The band MAY (May 24 if you’re curious) so has built a loyal following in it’s three year once again local Dylan devotees will gather existence, performing regularly around to celebrate his birthday and songwriting with the area at places like Miss Kitty’s Grape Dubuque’s fourth annual BobFest, Sunday, Escape. Mabusth reports that Nothin’ But May 29 from 3 to 9 p.m. While organizer Mary Dylan is often “discovered” by out-of-town Mabusth is still in the process of soliciting play- visitors who share their love of Dylan, some- ers, the event will undoubtedly feature a wide times leading to repeat trips. At one Grape range of performers in the Riverboat Lounge Escape performance, the band met a Cedar at the Hotel Julien. Rapids couple who planned their entire anniversary weekend around a Galena trip After the sprawling success of the first couple to include the show, with the woman even of years, BobFest moved to the Riverboat wearing a “leopard-skinned pillbox hat.” Lounge last year, allowing not only more peo- ple to attend (capacity will be 300) but also In addition to Nothin’ But Dylan and their two stages making the transition between loyal crew of true believers, BobFest will acts shorter and smoother. “We will have undoubtedly boast an all-star lineup of area about 6,000 square feet of the lounge with musicians, though interested performers doors open wide to the banquet room and can contact Mabusth through the Nothin’ access to the terrace,” reported BobFest orga- But Dylan Facebook page for an opportu- nizer Mary Mabusth. nity to perform.

www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 11 { re-inventing dubuquefest } just don’t re-invent the lemonade or i’m coming after you with shards of pottery.

In an effort to reverse that trend and reinvigo- opportunity for artists. It’s always been a goal art. In addition, the Art Fair will feature blown Re-inventing rate the Art Fair, Fine Arts Society split the role of Dubuque County Fine Arts Society, our glass, stained glass, painting, fine art photog- of DubuqueFest Director into two co-director umbrella organization, so meeting that cultural raphy, wood sculpture, hand-turned wooden DubuqueFest positions. Previous Director Aaron Hefel would worker employment opportunity piece is really bowls, art furniture pieces, letterpress work, By Mike Ironside focus on live music, entertainment, and over- important to the organization and to the festi- handmade paper, stone work, and jewelry. “We all festival organization, while new co-director val. Having two people to do it – one focusing have everything,” Neuhaus says. With this issue we celebrate the imminent Paula Neuhaus (pictured below) would take on music and festival activities and one focus- arrival of DubuqueFest, the fine art festival that on the management and marketing of the ing on Art Fair and arts programming – it’s a Exhibiting artists represent Dubuque and the not only signals the beginning of city’s summer DubuqueFest Art Fair and related arts activities. perfect arrangement.” Tri-States, as well as a wider regional area. “We festival season but also happens to be the old- We sat down with Paula to learn more about the have some of the best working local artists in est continuously running festival in Dubuque. refocused efforts and what we might expect the show, and from the region as well – Wis- We have all kinds of coverage of the sprawl- from the 2011 DubuqueFest art experience. consin, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota,” Neuhaus ing arts festival that stretches across the third noted. “I think there are a few folks from Texas, weekend of May, collected in a pull-out center but the majority of the show is regional.” section and spread throughout this issue. But before you flip to the “centerfold,” consider this: In her new role, Neuhaus has been able to work How does one keep an arts festival fresh? Espe- with a committee of volunteers and a variety cially one that’s been around for over 30 years? of community partners to expand some of the other DubuqueFest arts experiences related to That was the challenge presented to Dubuque- The arrangement, and the effort Neuhaus has the Art Fair. “We have an incredible committee Fest’s sponsoring organization, the Dubuque put into drawing more exhibiting artists to the this year,” she states. “It’s primarily comprised of County Fine Arts Society (DCFAS). Not that Art Fair has paid off. The show in Washington working artists and art advocates.” the festival was not successful. In its mission Park will have over 70 artists the weekend of to bring free or inexpensive arts experiences May 21-22, up from less than 60 last year. “We’ve One initiative is expanding the interactive arts to the community, DubuqueFest has always had probably 50 percent new submissions of activities of the kids’ art tent to include more been one of Fine Arts Society’s most success- contemporary artists in mediums we haven’t people. “This year, it’s hands-on for everyone,” ful programs. But with rising gas prices and a “DubuqueFest is a gigantic undertaking with covered in the past,” she adds. she explained. “We’ve always had demonstra- shifting economy, drawing exhibiting artists to a lot of goals,” Neuhaus explained. “So add- tions, but this year we have two pieces that the DubuqueFest Art Fair has been a challenge ing a secondary partner only makes sense to New exhibitors will be showing handmade cus- in recent years. grow this event and focus on providing cultural tom footwear, fiber-work, and other wearable ...continued on page 24

12 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { miles nielsen & the rusted hearts } do you think he dressed up like dad for halloween or was he more of a bun e. carlos kind of kid.

Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts all considered equal artists,” says Miles, “so you can go onstage and By Pamela Brandt watch everyone. I was sitting 15 feet away from Richie Havens.”

“I try to play as much as I can,” says singer, songwriter, and guitar- Miles also plays bass guitar with other regional bands, such as ist Miles Nielsen, who is scheduled to headline on the big stage at Cameron McGill and What Army, from Chicago; Hayward Wil- DubuqueFest on Friday May 20 with his band, the Rusted Hearts. liams of Kenosha, Wisconsin; and Daniel and the Lion, from We talked to him before a solo show on March 4 at Monk’s Kaffee Baraboo. And then there’s Cheap Trick. “I just spent the last six Pub in Dubuque, where he delighted a small but intense crowd weeks playing rhythm guitar for Cheap Trick in a casino.” His dad, with his emotionally adept vocals, agile guitar playing, and com- Rick Nielsen, has occasionally made a surprise stage appearance pelling original tunes. when Miles is playing a gig.

He drove in for the show from Rockford, Illinois, a city that made The Rusted Hearts the rock and roll spotlight in the late 1970s with the burst to fame For DubuqueFest, Miles will be appearing with his own band, of its homegrown band, Cheap Trick. Miles was a toddler when Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts. Its personnel include his guitar-playing father’s band released their first album, and Adam Plamann on keyboard, horns, and percussion; Dan- their musical success became entangled with his childhood. iel James McMahon on guitar, accordion, and vocals; Micky Rosenquist on drums and percussion; Andrew Scarpaci on Yet he didn’t connect the stage antics of his father, Rick Nielsen, followed by meetings with musician Victor Wooten and his bass; and they might be joined by Rodrigo Palma. with his own future until prompted by a middle school class- brother, Future Man. Meeting these creative individuals in person mate. “One of the guys in the jazz band played some guitar licks was to him “a whirlwind experience, and I started to realize that I “Rusted Hearts” was chosen as a name because “the image of a and I thought, wow, that was the coolest thing I ever heard.” Pick- really wanted to compose music.” rusted heart is very telling of where we’ve all been. It bleeds, but it ing up the guitar himself around age 13, Miles was onstage play- bleeds a little bit slower and a little creakier, and maybe with a little ing cover songs by 14. Miles Nielsen is now a proven songwriter with a self- rust on it.” According to Miles, they share a sense of collaborative titled album, “Miles,” released in 2009. He says, “My teamwork. “The term ‘band’ rings true to what it is. We work on the “The gift of being a front man, a songs are about going through life and experiencing stuff together. We make music together.” showman, is something that’s in my things that I see and I perceive … things that are real blood, that comes easy to me,” he and from the heart.” What sort of music will Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts be says about his musical inheritance. bringing to DubuqueFest? Although they’ll perform a few recog- Although he claims that being pro- Often asked in interviews why he lives in the Mid- nizable covers, concertgoers can expect mostly original music. “If ficient with his voice and his instru- west, he answers that “the seasons shape you as a you like singing along, I would suggest going to iTunes and buying ment comes harder for him, you person. Seasons also shape your writing.” He finds the record prior to May 20.” couldn’t tell from the mellow crowd’s pleased reaction to the one- winter, in particular, a good time for song writing. When the man show at Monk’s. band piles into a van to drive treacherous snowy or icy roads to For people thinking about attending DubuqueFest, he promises, play a show, “Those things end up pouring into your music. You “We really care about our music, we really care about how we While finding his musical direction during his teen years, he lis- really have to believe in what you’re doing.” The reward comes perform. This is what we do, this is how we make our living … tened to promotional CDs that his dad had discarded. Captivated in the reaction of the people who do show up: “You’re getting The fact that we got asked to DubuqueFest is flattering to me. by the image on their album cover, he discovered the band Jel- real Midwestern emotion, and those things end up writing and Over the last year and a half, it’s been like a second lyfish with their 1992 pop album, “Bellybutton.” He confides, shaping the music you’re creating.” home to us. They’ve sort of wrapped their arms “I think I listened to it straight for about a year.” Admiring the around us and taken us in. What a great commu- genius in songs such as “Baby’s Coming Back,” Miles thought at For the past couple years, Miles has played nity. Music and art and everything.” the time, “That was it, that was something that was beyond me, bass guitar for Cory Chisel and the Wander- and I just started to strive for songwriting.” ing Sons, whose folksy sound emerges from Learn more about Miles Nielsen and hear his music Appleton, Wisconsin. He traveled with them at his website, milesnielsen.com. Miles By his teens, he was playing covers of songs such as “Fly Me to the 2010 Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts will Courageous,” the title track to a 1990 album by the southern Island, an amazing two-day experience that perform on the DubuqueFest main rock group Drivin N Cryin. He met a member of that band, Kevn put him in easy proximity to many superb stage under the Town Clock in down- Kinney, outside a Dallas Mavericks game during a guitar show, musicians and songwriters. “At Newport, you’re town Dubuque at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, May 20.

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markets affect us all --showing how grow- ers around the world and Fair Trade pioneers coming to theaters : right here in the US bring coffee to your local cafe!! There will be Fairly Traded goods on dis- play from Global Goods and Juanita Nelson director of Global Goods will be on hand to talk as part of two showing of the video. Each World Fair Trade Day talk and video presentation lasts about Saturday, May 14, 9 AM - 11 AM 45 minutes. The first is at 9:30 AM Mindframe Theaters and the second at 10:30 AM. In Partnership with Global Goods, Learn how you can make easy choices to buy amazing prod- BRIDESMAIDS (Kristen Wiig, Maya Rudolph) the ship of the formidable pirate Blackbeard Molly’s Presents A World Fair Trade MAY 13 Picked as her best friend’s maid of hon- (McShane), on an unexpected mission to find Day Event...View ‘From Crop to ucts that are made in a sustain- or, the lovelorn and broke Annie (Wiig) looks to the elusive fountain of youth. Cup: Fair Trade Explained’, a 20 min able way and sign up for gifts to bluff her way through the expensive and bizarre rituals with an oddball group of bridesmaids. THE HANGOVER PART II (Bradley Cooper, Zach video that explains how Fair Trade be given away while you’re at it! Galifianakis, Ed Helms) MAY 27 Right after the PRIEST (Paul Bettany, Maggie Q) MAY 13 In an bachelor party in Las Vegas, Phil (Cooper), Stu Now Showing @ MINDFRAME Rio (G) alternate world, humanity and vampires have (Helms), Alan (Galifianakis), and Doug (Justin Friday, April 29 - Thursday, May 5 Fri - Thu: (11:25 AM), (1:35), (3:50), 6:50, 9:00 warred for centuries. After the last Vampire Bartha) jet to Thailand for Stu’s wedding. Stu’s War, the veteran Warrior Priest (Bettany) lives plan for a subdued pre-wedding brunch, how- Check our website for next weeks showtimes! Hop (PG) Fri - Thu: (11:35 AM), 1:50, 4:05, 6:05 in obscurity with other humans inside one of ever, goes seriously awry. the Church’s walled cities. When the priest’s Fast Five (PG-13) No Passes Allowed Jane Eyre (PG-13) niece (Lily Collins) is kidnapped by vampires, KUNG FU PANDA 2 (Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Fri - Thu: (11:20 AM), (1:55), (4:35), 7:15, 9:50 Fri - Thu: (12:30), (3:30), 6:45, 9:10 the priest breaks his vows to hunt them down. Jackie Chan) MAY 27 Po, now a kung fu master, Water for Elephants (PG-13) No Passes Allowed Monty Python and the Holy Grail (PG) Midnight is fighting to protect the Valley of Peace along- Fri - Thu: (11:30 AM), (2:05), (4:30), 7:10, 9:40 Madness - Just $5 Fri & Sat: 11:59 PM PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: ON STRANGER side with Master Shifu and the Furious Five. TIDES (Johnny Depp, Ian McShane) MAY 20 Af- When a new evil emerges to take over China Atlas Shrugged: Part 1 (PG-13) MindframeTheaters.com ter crossing paths with a woman from his past with a weapon so powerful that it threatens Hotline: 563-582-4971 Fri - Thu: (12:10), (2:30), (4:50), 7:00, 9:15 (Penelope Cruz), Captain Jack Sparrow (Depp) the very existence of kung fu itself, Po sets out 555 JFK Road, Behind Kennedy Mall is swept aboard the Queen Anne’s Revenge, with the Furious Five to vanquish this threat.

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THE BUZZ... cryogenically frozen and wakes up years later Aaron Eckhart and AnnaSophia Robb have to a world in which humans have become signed on to star in a very dark (and very bizarre- pets of another species. George Clooney is sounding) adaptation of the classic Peter Pan. reportedly interested in starring. In this go-round, Hook (Eckhart) is a troubled former detective hot in the trail of a childlike The Weinstein Company has landed Paul kidnapper. Robb will portray Wendy, a lone Thomas Anderson’s (Magnolia, There Will Be survivor who escapes an asylum to help in the Blood) next film. The as-yet-untitled movie hunt. Sean Bean will also star as Smee, a chief features Philip Seymour Hoffman as a man detective and Hook’s only ally within the force. who returns after witnessing the horrors of World War II, and tries to rediscover his identity Al Pacino is returning to the genre that made in a post-war America. In the process he him famous, as he has agreed to joint the cast of creates a belief system. Joaquin Phoenix also the true-life crime saga Gotti: Three Generations. stars as a 20-something drifter who becomes Directed by Barry Levinson, the film will feature Hoffman’s closest associate. Anderson is Pacino as Gambino crime family underboss Neil reportedly chasing Amy Adams, Laura Dern Dellacroce, an associate and mentor of John and others for the lead female roles. Gotti Sr. (John Travolta). Kelly Preston, Joe Pesci and Lindsay Lohan also star. The lone remaining Ethan Hawke has joined the cast of the large role yet to be cast is John Gotti Jr., though upcoming Total Recall remake in an unspecified casting is expected soon. role (it’s being kept secret, oddly enough). He joins Colin Farrell, who plays Douglas Quaid. The Darren Aronofsky seems to have selected new version of the film is abandoning the Mars his next project, two months since backing setting of the original and instead has gone with out of The Wolverine. He is actively trying a future setting with two warring superpowers, to secure the rights to a 1996 spec script Euromerica and New Shanghai. Quaid believes titled Human Nature, in which a man is he’s a spy, but isn’t sure for which side.

14 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { 365 movies } it is a well know fact that general grant was a chevy man.

Of Gods and Men is a 2010 French drama film directed by Xavier Beauvois, starring Lambert Wilson and Michael Lonsdale. Its original French title is Des hommes et des dieux, which means “Of Men and of Gods” and refers to a motto from the Bible shown at the beginning of the film. It cen- ters on the monastery of Tibhirine, where nine Trappist monks lived in harmony with the largely Muslim population of Algeria, until seven of them were kidnapped and assassinated in 1996.

Of Gods and Men Sneak Preview Special Event Mindframe Theaters Thursday, May 19, 6:30 p.m. Largely a tale of a peaceful situation between Christopher Kulovitz and Michael Coty, Execu- local Christians and Muslims before becom- tive Producers of The Julien International Film ing a lethal one due to external forces, the Festival Dubuque are proud to announce screenplay focuses on the preceding chain the Sneak Preview Screening of the Award- of events in decay of government, expan- Winning Film - Of Gods and Men. This film sion of terrorism and the monks’ confron- event follows the highly successful inaugural tation with both the terrorists and the screening of The Best and the Brightest fea- government authorities that led up to their turing Kate Mulgrew held last month at the deaths. Principal photography took place at Hotel Julien. Of Gods and Men is the second an abandoned monastery in Morocco, with in a 4-part series of special film events that careful attention to authenticity. Generals’ Cruiz-In Car Show Hotel, on Friday June 3, along Main Street from JIFFD will preview throughout the year, head- June 2-5, Galena, Illinois 10-11 a.m. and at the Train Depot on Saturday ing into the 4-day festival in April of 2012. Don’t miss the first annual from 1-2 p.m. as well as at all mid-day events. Generals’ Cruiz-In Car show in 2-5 historic downtown Galena, IL Take part in the Generals’ Main & Commerce JUNE the weekend of June 2-5. The Street Poker Walk on Friday and Saturday from weekend will be full of events and of course 10 a.m. - 4p.m. and enjoy live music all over The film premiered at the 2010 Cannes hundreds of classic cars including street downtown Galena as well as historic tours, Film Festival where it won the Grand rods, muscle cars and more! great shopping, cocktail parties and more. Prix, the festival’s second most presti- gious award. It became a big critical and Enjoy strolling down Main Street checking out It all culminates on Sunday Morning with the Director Josh Shelov, Michael Coty, Kate Mulgrew commercial success in its domestic mar- the hot cars while listening to the music of the Mystique Casino Cruiz-In Parade at 11 a.m. and Chris Kulovitz at the April screening of “The ket. It won both the Lumière Award and 50’s & 60’s filling the air. You don’t want to miss Best and the Brightest,” in Dubuque. César Award for Best Film. Explore more the Automotive Vendor Alley or a chance to Official attendees will want to pre-register This Free and Public Showing, hosted at at JIFFD.com. quench your cravings at one of the sponsoring right away for cash drawings. Register before Mindframe Theaters on Thursday May 19th restaurants: Benjamin’s, Boone’s Place, The Fly- May 15th for $30 and after for $35. The first 150 at 6:30 pm., is brought to you by The Julien ing Horse, Friend Green Tomatoes, the Galena pre-registrations will receive VIP parking along International Film Festival, Humanities Iowa, Brewing Company and the Paradise Bar & Grill. Galena’s historic Main Street. Visitors coming National Endowment for the Humanities and to see the show only need not register and Trappist Caskets. Bill Brooks from Tupelo, Mossissippi, will be many events are free. performing his great Elvis and Friends shows A question and answer session will follow Thursday, June 2 at the Desoto House Hotel We’ve just scratched the surface. For more with John Kiser (pictured right), author of the at 7 p.m., Friday June 3, in Washington Park on information, including registration forms and book “The Monks of Tibhirine,” on which the Main Street at 2 p.m. and at the Galena Train full event listings, visit generalscruizin.com. film is based. Depot on Saturday, June 4 at 2 p.m. Out-of-towners will want to hit visitgalena.org for great lodging options too. The event is Limited tickets available by reservation only. Meet the nine Generals of Galena, on Thurs- sponsored by O’Reilly Auto Parts, Mystique Call the Mindframe box office to reserve tick- day, June 2 from 6-9 p.m. at the DeSoto House Casino, Budweiser and visitgalena.org. ets at 563-582-4813.

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TRI-STATE LIVE MUSIC

Thursday, May 12 Jabberbox Stranded in Iowa Jazz Jam with ‘Round Midnight Jumpers, 9 PM The Yardarm, 8 PM Bank Bar & Grille, 8 PM Massey Road Blujerryjamn CJ Boyd The Pit Stop, 9 PM Keil’s Tavern, 8 PM Monk’s, 9 PM Buzz Berries David Zollo 29 Cents a Pound Budde’s, 9 PM Monk’s, 9 PM Cornerstone, 9 PM Enemies of Confusion Rukus Friday, May 13 Embe Eatery & Lounge, Galena, Northside Bar, 9 PM Chuck Bregman 9 PM Mystique Champagne, 6 PM Dean & Bobby Taste Like Chicken Embe Lounge, Galena, 9 PM Just Another Hangover Denny’s Lux Club, 9:30 PM Comedy Tour Laura & The Longhairs Two shows: 6 & 9 PM Eugene Smiles Project The Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Sandy Hook Tavern Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 PM Geri X Nutsy Turtle Band Sunday, May 15 Grape Escape, 9 PM Spirits, 6 PM Open Mic Broken Rubber Band Crude But Effective Wednesday, May 25 Galena Brewing Co., 3 PM Mississippi Band Cornerstone, 8 PM Corner Tap, 9 PM Acoustic Jam w/ Ragged Strings Blue Willow Murph’s South End Tap, 9:30 PM Cornerstone, 6 PM Stone Cliff Wine Bar, 7 PM Fedora The Resistors 12 Car Pile Up New Diggings General Store, The Stumble Brothers New Diggings General Store, 8 PM Jumpers, 9:30 PM J.J. Schmitz Ken Killian Jazz Quartet 3:30 PM Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 PM The Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Galena Brewing Co., 7 PM Country Tradition Black Water gin Lonely Goats Saturday, May 21 Mooney Hollow Barn, 8 PM Sandy Hook Tavern, 10 PM “Controlled Chaos” Open Tony Leonard Sandy Hook Tavern, 8 PM DubuqueFest Stage MicMonk’s Kaffee Pub, 9 PM Frank O’Dowd’s Pub, 7:30 PM Town Clock Corn Fed Girls Sunday, May 22 The Donkeys, Kerosene Circuit Dubuque Senior High School Keil’s Tavern, 8 PM DubuqueFest Open Mic with Dave, Cricket, & Tim The Gambler The Lift, 9 PM Jazz & Big Band, 12 PM Town Clock Stage The Lift, 9 PM Dubuque Driving Range, 8 PM ‘Round Midnight w/ M.I.C.E. , 4 PM Boys Night Out Mississippi Band, 2 PM Monday, May 16 Starlicker, 6 PM The Bronco Inn, 8:45 PM Gazebo Stage Thursday, May 26 Kevin Beck & Johnnie Walker D. Charles Speer, Zachary Cale James Leg, 7:30 PM Logan Ford, 12 PM Just Cuz The Yardarm, 8 PM Monk’s, 9 PM William Elliott Whitmore, 8:30 PM Mark Mallman, w/ The Brutes David Morrison, 1 PM Tony Roma’s, 6 PM Gazebo Stage The Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Diva Kai, 2 PM Sunshine Tuesday, May 17 Dubuque Fiddlers, 12 PM Jazz Jam with ‘Round Midnight Mystique Casino, 8 PM Rosalie Morgan Peter Fraterdeus, Celtic Music, 1 PM Boomtangle John Moran Bank Bar & Grille, 8 PM Riverboat Lounge, 7 PM Feast of Mutton, 2 PM Dagwood’s, 9 PM Rocky Waters Winery, 1 PM The Fast Clydes Denny Garcia, 3 PM Open Mic with Jeff & Jimmy The Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Cal’s Open Mic Six Nights Alone, James Leg Fever River String Band Cornerstone, 8:30 PM Sandy Hook Tavern, 8 PM Andrew Houy The Lift, 9 PM Council Hill Station, 3 PM Okham’s Razor Cornerstone, 12 PM Friday, May 27 Cornerstone, 8 PM Wednesday, May 18 Smokestack & The Foothill Fury Open Mic Catfish Festival Acoustic Jam The Dertones Monk’s, 9 PM Galena Brewing Co., 3 PM Betty & The Headlights, 4 PM Steepwater Band, Boheme 66, Cornerstone, 6 PM Grape Escape, 2 PM Buzz Berries, 8:30 PM American Dust Laura & The Longhairs Sun Green The Lift, 9 PM Johnnie Walker Chuck Bregman Northside Bar, 9 PM New Diggings Gen. Store, 3:30 PM Kickoff To Summer Riverboat Lounge, 7 PM Mystique Champagne, 6 PM Boomtangle, 5 PM Taste Like Chicken Half-Fast Mighty Short Bus Mighty Short Bus, 6:30 PM Northside Bar, 9 PM Bowling For Soup Johnny Rocker Denny’s Lux Club, 9 PM Sandy Hook Tavern, 8 PM LoveMonkeys, 8 PM With Patent Pending Galena Brewing Co., 7:30 PM Andrew Jacob Holm and The Dollyrots Bad Fished Misbehavin Section 8 Embe Eatery & Lounge, 9 PM Mississippi Moon Bar, 8 PM Katie & Brownie Mystique Casino, 9 PM The Yardarm, 8 PM The Yardarm, 8 PM Frank O’Dowd’s Pub, 7:30 PM Saturday, May 14 “Controlled Chaos” Open Mic Statue of Liberty Tuesday, May 24 Marshall Star The Dertones Monk’s Kaffee Pub, 9 PM CJ Snare & Chris Green Embe Eatery & Lounge, 9 PM Cal’s Open Mic Mystique Casino, 9:30 PM Grape Escape, 2 PM Mississippi Moon Bar, 8 PM Sandy Hook Tavern, 8 PM Open Mic with Jeff & Jimmy Zero 2 Sixty Statue of Liberty Blue Willow Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Misbehavin’ Dyersville Firemen’s Dance, 9 PM Jake Dilley and the Color Pharmacy The Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Stone Cliff Wine Bar, 7 PM The Yardarm, 8 PM Monk’s, 9 PM Friday, May 27 Thursday, May 19 Ken Killian Jazz Quartet Tapestry Galena Brewing Co., 7 PM Manna Java World Café, 6 PM Ace’s Place Eichman’s Grenada Tap Murph’s South End 107 Main St W • Epworth, IA • 563-876-9068 11941 Route 52 N • 563-552-2494 55 Locust • 563-556-9896 Tony Leonard Jazz Jam with ‘Round Midnight Asbury Eagles Club Embe Eatery & Lounge Mystique Casino Frank O’Dowd’s Pub, 7:30 PM Bank Bar & Grille, 8 PM 5900 Saratoga • Asbury, IA • 563-588-4458 233 S. Main St. • Galena, IL • embegalena.com 1855 Greyhound Park Rd • 563-582-3647 The Bank Bar & Grille Five Flags Civic Center mystiquedbq.com Here Come The Mummies Tribe of Three 342 Main • 563-584-1729 • bankdbq.com 405 Main • 563-589-4254 • Tix: 563-557-8497 New Diggings General Store Mississippi Moon Bar, 8 PM Cornerstone, 9 PM Budde’s Gin Rickeys 2944 County Rd W • New Diggings, WI 10638 Key West Dr • Key West, IA • 563-582-0069 1447 Central • 563-583-0063 608-965-3231 • newdiggs.com The Lonely Goats Friday, May 20 Bulldog Billiards Gobbie’s Noonan’s North 917 Main St • Holy Cross, IA • 563-870-2235 Dubuque Driving Range, 8 PM DubuqueFest, Town Clock 1850 Central • 563-588-0116 219 N Main St • Galena, IL • 815-777-0243

The Fast Clydes, 5 PM VENUE FINDER Northside Bar Cornerstone Grape Escape Sunshine The Right Now, 6:30 PM 2776 Jackson • 563-583-3039 125 N. Main • Galena • 815-776-0700 233 S Main • Galena, IL • 815-776-WINE • Mystique Casino, 8 PM Miles Nielsen and the Perfect Pint /Steve’s Pizza Courtside grapeescapegalena.com Rusted Hearts, 8:30 PM 15 E Main St • Platteville, WI • 608-348-3136 2095 Holliday Dr • 563-583-0574 Handle Bar Larry Michael 736 Burtons Furnace Rd., Durango, IA • 563- 552-2291 Pit Stop Shark’s Roadhouse, 8:30 PM Chuck Bregman MENT Dagwood’s 17522 S John Deere Rd • 563-582-0221 Mystique Champagne, 6 PM 231 First Ave. W • Cascade, IA • 563-852-3378 The Hub Boxkar Denny’s Lux Club 253 Main • 563-556-5782 Sandy Hook Tavern 3868 Badger Rd • Hazel Green, WI • 608-748-4728 The Yardarm, 8 PM Misbehavin’ 3050 Asbury Rd • 563-557-0880 Irish Cottage (Frank O’Dowd’s Pub) 9853 Hwy 20 • Galena, IL • 815-776-0707 • Spirits Bar &Grill (inside Days Inn) Happy’s Place, 7 PM Dino’s Backside (The Other Side) Johnny Rockers 68 Sinsinawa • East Dubuque • 815-747-9049 theirishcottageboutiquehotel.com 1111 Dodge • 563-583-3297 Cornerstone, 8 PM Denny Garcia Dirty Ernie’s Jumpers Bar & Grill Stone Cliff Winery Galena Brewing Co., 7:30 PM 201 1st St NE • Farley, IA • 563-744-4653 2600 Dodge • 563-556-6100 Port of Dubuque • 563-583-6100 Pictures Of Then stonecliffwinery.com Dog House Lounge Knicker’s Saloon The Bank Bar & Grille, 9 PM Katie & Brownie 1646 Asbury • 563-556-7611 2186 Central Ave • 563-583-5044 Thums Up Pub & Grill Frank O’Dowd’s Pub, 7:30 PM & ENTERTAIN 3670 County Road HHH • Kieler, WI • 608-568-3118 Doolittle’s Cuba City The Lift Ben Casteneda 180 Main • 563-584-1702 Tony Roma’s (inside Grand Harbor Resort) The Lift, 9 PM Johnnie Walker 112 S Main • Cuba City, WI • 608-744-2404 Mississippi Moon Bar ( Diamond Jo Casino) Port of Dubuque • 563-690-4000 • Mystique Casino, 8 PM Doolittle’s Lancaster Port of Dubuque • 563-690-2100 • diamondjo.com grandharborresort.com Fizgig 135 S Jefferson St • Lancaster, WI • 608-723-7676 Monk’s Kaffee Pub The Yardarm Mooney Hollow Barn, 9 PM Heartbeat Dubuque Driving Range (Highway 52) Dubuque Marina • Near Hawthorne • 563-582-3653 373 Bluff St • 563-585-0919 Airline Inn, 8 PM John Deere Road • 563-556-5420 If you have live entertainment and would like to Mooney Hollow Barn Enemies of Confusion Eagles Club be included in our listing, contact us: 12471 Hwy 52 • Green Island, IA • 563-580-9494 Embe Eatery and Lounge, 9 PM Scott Waterhouse 1175 Century Drive • 563-582-6498 [email protected] or 563-588-4365. Cornerstone, 8 PM LIVE MUSIC DubuqueFest Designer: work with him again and again.” She sees the grassroots Get your DubuqueFest T-Shirt! Rich Rossignol nature of Rich’s style as based on the joy of creating and By Pamela Brandt producing for the sake of expression. Rich will also create his highly anticipated and always Impressed with the eye-catching and unique Dubuque- celebrated DubuqueFest T-shirts featuring the origi- Fest posters that are appearing around town? The As the visual center of this year’s DubuqueFest poster, nal poster art on a white cotton shirt in a variety stunning artwork for this year’s official poster, and the a golden fleur de lis rises over the brush and pen of of sizes. JMJ is the official T-shirt screen printer for coordinating DubuqueFest brochure cover art were an artist, symbolizing the three parts of the festival: DubuqueFest. designed by local graphic designer, tattoo artist, and Music, Art, and Culture. Rays of light shine from the visual artist Rich Rossignol. surrounding clouds as flowing banners announce the Also look for a second run of last year’s famous “I (fleur dates and location of the 2011 event. The banners are de lis) DubuqueFest” tee in a brand new color scheme. Rich, who works as the creative director of JMJ Screen Print- adorned with stars and crested with the logo of the Last year, people loved that shirt, and it was sold out ing in Dubuque, has served as the DubuqueFest designer Dubuque County Fine Arts Society. by Friday evening. Get yours early! for five years. He has also volunteered as the designer for three Writers Guild book projects, and in 2008 and 2009 The cover art for the 2011 DubuqueFest brochure echoes T-shirts will be for sale on Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, co-directed Voices From The Warehouse with current the same powdery blue and gold color scheme of the May 22 at the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society info DubuqueFest directors Aaron Hefel and Paula Neuhaus. poster, and centers on the Dubuque Town Clock. A bird tent in Washington Park during the Art Fair. Commem- flies down through a starry sky with a rose adorning the orate this year’s festival with a t-shirt for yourself, your DubuqueFest Art Fair director Paula Neuhaus states with base of the image. Waving banners encircle the artist’s pen kids, and everybody you know who cares about the arts enthusiasm, “I cannot say enough good about Rich, his and brush, wrapping them to the clock, as if to embrace in our community! generosity, and his talent. I would follow him anywhere, the arts within our community. www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 17 DubuqueFest Entertainment Music Highlights Schedule

While DubuqueFest truly differentiates Friday, May 20 itself from other downtown festivals with its arts focus, especially the Art Fair in Wash- Town Clock Stage ington Park, the first festival of the season 5 p.m. - The Fast Clydes also offers festival-goers a rich range of free 6:30 p.m. - The Right Now live music on two stages – under the Town 8:30 p.m. - Miles Nielsen and Clock and at the Gazebo. In that regard, the Rusted Hearts DubuqueFest 2011 does not disappoint! Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts stylings, Mr. Leg plays the overdriven Ham- Here are some highlights of what’s coming Friday, May 20, 8:30 p.m. mond organ and Fender Rhodes and sings Saturday, May 21 to the Town Clock stage. Headlining DubuqueFest’s Friday night the gospel in a voice somewhere between Town Clock concert will be Miles Nielsen Howlin’ Wolf and Tom Waits. This one will Town Clock Stage & The Rusted Hearts. Nielsen has built a be about as raw and real as it gets. 11 a.m. - Great Midwestern Educational strong local following over the past couple Theater Company, original play of years, with a series of intimate solo and 12 p.m. - Dubuque Senior High School duo shows at Monks and full band shows at Jazz and Big Band The Lift. Those initially intrigued by the fact 4 p.m. - ‘Round Midnight with special that Miles’ dad happens to be Cheap Trick guests, experimental jazz artists M.I.C.E. guitarist Rick Nielsen have been won over by 6 p.m. - Starlicker the compelling experience of both his live 7:30 p.m. - James Leg performances and the strength of his debut 8:30 p.m. - William Elliott Whitmore CD, Miles. Self-described as “Beatle-esque Cosmic Americana,” Mile’s music hints at a William Elliott Whitmore Gazebo Stage wide range of influences, including the Fab Saturday, May 21, 8:30 p.m. 12 p.m. - Dubuque Fiddlers Four and even a bit of Cheap Trick, but finds Headlining the Saturday night concert 1 p.m. - Peter Fraterdeus, Celtic Music its own path in lovely, nuanced melodies under the Town Clock will be alternative 2 p.m. - Feast of Mutton, gypsy blues and heartfelt lyrics over intricate folk-pop country blues artist William Elliott Whit- 3 p.m. - Denny Garcia, folk The Fast Clydes arrangements with understated psyche- more. With a voice that sounds like the Friday, May 20, 5 p.m. delic flourishes. (See the feature article by reincarnation of an old gospel preacher Sunday, May 22 Local rockabilly true believers The Fast Pamela Brandt for more about Miles Nielsen from the 1920s and a fascination with sin, Clydes kick off DubuqueFest’s live music & The Rusted Hearts.) death, and redemption to match, William Town Clock Stage Friday at 5 p.m. under the Town Clock. Elliott Whitmore is one of the most unique 10:30 a.m. - Dubuque Dance Studio Specializing in the raw and raucous sound artists to emerge on the Americana scene 2 p.m. - Mississippi Band that served as the roots of what would in years. Whitmore takes the DubuqueF- become rock-n-roll, The Fast Clydes rock est stage just weeks after finishing a tour Gazebo Stage classics from the likes of Eddie Chochran, with former Soundgarden and Audioslave 12 p.m. - Logan Ford, acoustic Carl Perkins, Gene Vincent, and Elvis Pre- vocalist Chris Cornell. indie folk sley, with a few revivalist tunes from The 1 p.m. - David Morrison, Stray Cats thrown in for good measure. For more DubuqueFest entertainment, experimental rock see the schedule in this issue or visit www. 2 p.m. - Diva Kai, coffee house Starlicker dubuquefest.org. indie acoustic Saturday, May 21, 6:00 p.m. Saturday evening’s concert begins with Chicago’s Starlicker trio. Comprised of Rob Mazurek on cornet, Jason Adasjewicz on vibraphone, and John Herndon (drum- mer from post-rock collective Tortoise) on percussion, Starlicker explores the ter- ritory at the edges of avant garde jazz and The Right Now post rock. Employing improvisation that Friday, May 20, 6:30 p.m. ranges from delicate to powerful, Starlicker Funky Chicago neo-soul/R&B band The will undoubtedly amaze and confound. Right Now keeps the party going Friday evening. Fronted by talented singer Ste- James Leg fanie Berecz, a twenty-something singer Saturday, May 21, 7:30 p.m. who has been compared to both Alicia James Leg is the alter ego of John Wesley Keys and Chaka Khan, The Right Now backs Myers, keyboard man and vocalist for the her soulfully emotive singing with a tight southern dirty blues duo Black Diamond rhythm section and a horn section that Heavies. Pounding out southern blues recalls classic soul and R&B arrangements. mixed with his own hot and rockin’ soul

18 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com Near the top of Hill Street, visitors can find the third house on the tour, the Mission on the Hill at 257 Hill Street. A 1913 Mission Revival, the house is currently enjoying 3 Artists New to DubuqueFest extensive restoration by current owners By Pamela Brandt Bryce and Cyndi Davis. This year’s rejuvenated DubuqueFest Art Fair will feature the work of 72 exhibiting artists in Washington Park on Saturday May Old House Enthusiasts 21 and Sunday, May 22. Festival-goers will Old House Tour enjoy shopping for a variety of one-of-a- May 21-22 kind art, with direct access to the artists and Dan Schuster Longtime DubuqueFest collaborators, the artisans who created the work. Dan Schuster of Reclamation Sculpture Old House Enthusiasts host their Annual Old from Cedar Rapids creates eclectic, eco- House Tour every year in conjunction with Artists making their first appearance at friendly constructions from reclaimed the all-arts festival. In fact, this is the 25th year this year’s Art Fair include Gene Brack, shipping pallets, trim from old homes, and for the Old House Tour, an opportunity for offering abstract oil paintings and giclée up-cycled license plate letters. lovers of architecture and old homes to visit The fourth stop on the tour is the Captain prints, Dan Schuster, creating whimsi- some of the great historic structures for which Edwards house at 385 Burch Street. This cal wooden folk art, and Tim Goral with Using colors and textures reflecting vin- Dubuque is known. Scheduled for Saturday, brick home in the Italianate style was built custom leather footwear. tage influences, the worn and weathered May 21 and Sunday, May 22, the tour will run sometime between 1880 and 1885. Named surfaces of Dan’s pieces are graced with from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. both days. for Captain Samuel Edwards who lived quirky, tongue-in-cheek captions. Festival- in the house with his wife Fannie until his goers will enjoy fun, conversational, con- death in 1922, the house features an elegant temporary art with a folk art feel. newel post, pocket doors, oak and maple floors, and a unique stained and etched Dan says, “This will be Reclamation’s first glass door leading to the back sun room. time showing at DubuqueFest and I’m cross- ing my fingers for two perfect days of blue skies and friendly folks. I’m happy to be a part of such a wonderful event.”

The 2011 Old House Tour includes five homes located in the neighborhood of West 3rd and Hill Streets. While visitors are free to Gene Brack tour the home in any order, the Old House “I paint because I love it,” says artist Gene Enthusiasts have created a map which sug- Brack, based in Blue Grass, Iowa, near Dav- gests we start with the Wheeler House at 692 enport. Expanding on originals created Wilson Street (above). Built in 1879 by William The final stop on the tour takes visitors to 560 using oil on canvas, Gene will offer limited Tim Goral H. Wheeler, this Eastlake Victorian features Fenelon Place, not far from the upper termi- edition giclée prints as part of his exhibit at Leatherwork enthusiasts will be charmed extensive custom-made period woodwork nus of the famous 4th Street elevator. Known the DubuqueFest Art Fair. by the work of Tim Goral from Sacred Mocs detail and trim throughout the first floor. as the Prospect House, it was built in 1901 on in Grand Detour, Illinois. “Sacred Mocs are a bluff once known as Prospect Hill. A shin- He chooses to work in the abstract since it custom fine footwear made one pair at a gle-style Victorian, it features a front porch allows compositions to be pre-planned as time, whether you want comfort on the with a grand turret outside, as well as original well as spontaneous. He finds that a sense street or on a hike in the woods.” oak trim throughout the first floor interior. of architecture infuses his work. “My love for modern architecture and interior design Made with fine buffalo, deer, or elk leather, with Tickets for the tour are $10 and may be pur- runs free in the evolution of each new an eco-friendly natural wool insole and Birken- chased at any home during tour hours. A painting. It allows me to be impulsive and stock outer sole, these finely crafted shoes will courtesy van will be making rounds to the improvise instinctively.” be your durable favorites. A foot mold is taken tour houses and free parking will be avail- and then the shoes are custom-designed with Second on the list is the Thein House, a able at the Medical Associates employee Gene relishes sharing his art with oth- the customer’s choice of details. 1900 Colonial Revival at 351 Winona. Fea- lot at the corner of Hill and Langworthy ers, drawing inspiration from the viewer’s turing red pine woodwork throughout Streets. Held rain or shine, funds raised response. “I love the reaction from people Tim says, “I was always looking for clothes and the home and many original features still by the tour are applied to grants toward who come through a gallery when I’m there. shoes that represented my lifestyle, so it’s very intact, the home was the recipient of the local preservation efforts. For more infor- Their fulfillment in seeing color and textures fulfilling to design a pair with a customer. They Dubuque County Historical Society’s 2011 mation, visit the Enthusiasts’ website at that excite the senses likewise excites my walk away with not only a fine pair of footwear, Preservation Award. www.dbqohe.org. sense of purpose and completion.” but something they took part in creating.” www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 19 DubuqueFest Events Schedule

Friday, May 20 5 p.m. - Bike to Work Week Handle Bar Happy Hour at the Town Clock 6 p.m. - Writers Guild book reading and release, Dubuque Museum of Art

Saturday, May 21 Dubuque Area Writers Guild Lauren K. Alleyne and Alice Oleson. The 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Art Fair in Washington Park Anthology Youth Gallery book release reception and reading will 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pottery Demonstration, Mississippi Mud Studio, Washington Park Book Release and Reception feature refreshments, readings by selected 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Kids’ Art Creation Station and Kite-making in Washington Park Friday, May 20 contributors, and music. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Kids’ inflatable rides by LT Amusements, 7th Street Dubuque Museum of Art next to Washington Park The Dubuque Area Writers Guild will cel- 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - 25th Annual Old House Enthusiasts Tour ebrate the release of their annual writing 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. - Community Mural / Chalk the Town Clock, anthology in conjunction with the opening led by Dubuque Art Center resident artists of DubuqueFest, Friday, May 20 from 6 p.m. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Interactive Painting Kiosk, led by Maquoketa Art Experience at the Dubuque Museum of Art. This year’s resident artists collection, Youth Gallery, is an open genre 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. - Tri-State Antique Car Club and Main Street Cruisers anthology of original work featuring local car show on Main Street writers and artists under the age of 18. 5:30 p.m. - Artists Awards Reception, Dubuque Museum of Art Copies of the anthology will be available for The Writers Guild, an affiliate of the Dubuque purchase at the book release reception at the Sunday, May 22 County Fine Arts Society, has published an Dubuque Museum of Art on May 20, at the Art 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Art Fair in Washington Park annual anthology of writing each spring Fair Information Tent in Washington Park dur- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Pottery Demonstration, Mississippi Mud Studio, Washington Park for 33 years. For many years a collection of ing DubuqueFest weekend, at the Dubuque 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Kids’ Art Creation Station and Kite-making in Washington Park poetry, recent anthologies have expanded Museum of Art, and at River Lights Bookstore 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Kids’ inflatable rides by LT Amusements, 7th Street to other writing forms, often celebrating a in Dubuque. The public is invited to attend 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - 25th Annual Old House Enthusiasts Tour particular theme. This year marks the first the reception and reading and encouraged 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. - Tri-State Antique Car Club & Main St. Cruisers car show on Main St. that focuses specifically on the writing and to purchase copies of The Dubuque Youth art of young Dubuque residents. The 2011 Gallery. For more information, contact anthology was compiled by co-editors [email protected]. The DubuqueFest Annual Children’s Creation Station is made possible by a community partnership grant from McGraw-Hill Companies. Volunteers from McGraw-Hill, the Dubuque Art Center’s Residency Program, DubuqueF- est Committee members, and friends of the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society help staff the tent. Don’t forget to pick up your DubuqueFest interactive map that young people can use to navigate a fine art fair. Look for the kites and make your way to the fun!

Children’s Creation Station: Let your creativity soar! Saturday, May 21, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, May 22, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Washington Park Every year, DubuqueFest hosts a kids’ art tent next to the Art Fair in Washington Park and this year promises to be one of the best ever. The Children’s Creation Station will host a celebration of cultures through kites! Parents and children are invited to use recycled materials & paint to assemble and take home their own kite. Examples of kites from all over the world will be on display to inspire young artists to put their own cre- ative spin on this traditional art form.

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we wanted readers to know about a special Tri-State Nightlife Highlights performance in the new space. Friday, May 20, the Grape Escape will host confessional The festival season is us upon us. But that singer-songwriter Geri X from 9 p.m. Based in doesn’t mean that there aren’t great live music Tampa Bay, Bulgarian-born Geri X is an award- options at many of our favorite nightspots. In winning songwriter, musician, and singer. The fact it’s quite the contrary. Here are a few you L.A. Times described her as follows: “Geri X is might want to consider. a poet, rebel, and a singer with a voice that is The Donkeys, Kerosene Circuit, demanding to be heard. She carries the inten- Chrash, Aaron Whalen sity of a Mike Tyson punch with the serene Here Come The Mummies Sunday, May 15 beauty of one of the best female vocalists of 15 Saturday, May 14 MAY The Lift this era.” Geri X is currently on tour to promote 14 MAY Mississippi Moon Bar Some fresh spring air wafting in the back door of her latest self-produced release, Whiskey and Ancient Egyptian (by way of Nashville) funk The Lift would fit perfectly with a performance Cigarettes. Catch her performance and grab a and R&B band Here Come the Mummies return by San Diego band The Donkeys. The Donkeys copy at Grape Escape on May 20. to Dubuque to rock the Mississippi Moon Bar have sound reminiscent of late ‘60s country- The Steepwater Band, on May 14. A Bob and Tom show favorite, tinged rock mellowed by a bit of that California James Leg, Six Nights Alone Bohéme 66, American Dust Here Come The Mummies perform a surpris- sun. Listening to that shimmering organ sound, 20 Saturday, May 21 13 Friday, May 13 ingly tight mix of groovy funk, rhythm & blues, that guitar twang, and those harmonies, it MAY The Lift MAY The Lift and Latin dance that will keep you dancing as doesn’t even matter if it’s too hot and muggy or If you read the DubuqueFest live music high- Chicago power trio The Steepwater Band much as the silly lyrics will keep you laughing. even if it storms. You can hear the sun in the lights, you might recognize and remember that returns to The Lift, Friday the 13th. Inspired by A rare mixture of guys who can play the heck songs. The Donkeys are on tour promoting their James Leg is the alter ego of John Wesley Myers, the blues of their hometown, the trio began by out of their instruments, but don’t take it too new record Dead Oceans. They’ll be joined by keyboard man and vocalist for the southern dirty covering classics by Robert Johnson, Muddy seriously, Here Come The Mummies clearly like quirky Quad Cities indie pop band Chrash, the blues duo Black Diamond Heavies. This is where Waters and John Lee Hooker but quickly found to have good time and get some serious jam- bluesy hard-driving rock of Dubuque’s best new you realize that after the Town Clock gig, the their own voice and sound and have since ming on. While the reserved seats are sold out, band, Kerosene Circuit, and Aaron Whalen of Six party will be rolling down Main Street and Mr. cranked out four albums of bluesy original there are still some $27 general admission tick- Nights Alone and 500 Miles to Memphis. Leg will be further exorcising his southern blues music, including their 2008 release Grace and ets available and the dance floor will be open! demons with those hot, overdriven keyboards Melody recorded by Black Crowes guitarist he employs. Leg will be joined in the effort by Marc Ford. After playing a festival in Spain in local country punks Six Nights Alone. For reals. 2005, The Steepwater Band has toured Europe every year since and has shared the stage with Buddy Guy, Wilco, Gov’t Mule, ZZ Top, Cheap Trick, Taj Mahal, Bon Jovi, Bad Company, Drive- By Truckers, and Heart. The band recently com- pleted a tour with Gov’t Mule and is now on Bowling For Soup tour promoting their latest release, The Steep- Pictures of Then With Patent Pending and The Dollyrots 14 water Band: Live at the Double Door recorded MAY Saturday, May 14 18 Wednesday, May 18 in Chicago last May. The Steepwater Band will The Bank Bar & Grille MAY Mississippi Moon Bar be joined by Madison “maximum psychedelic The Bank will be hosting some new bands this The Grammy-nominated Texas pop punk band garage blues” trio Bohéme 66, and Dubuque month and Minneapolis indie rock band Pic- Bowling for Soup brings their sarcastic take on Summer Jam feat. GMS, LMC folk and blues fellers, American Dust. tures of Then is one worth checking out. A band modern life to the Mississippi Moon Bar for a Friday, June 3 20 with a uniquely original sound that seems to special Wednesday night show with special MAY Grand River Center hint at a variety influences without fully indulg- guests Patent Pending and The Dollyrots. Best Local hip-hop collectives GMS (Dan Brosnan, Jer- ing in any of them, many have tried to describe known for their hit singles “Girl All the Bad Guys emy Vallin, Matt Huseman, and Jimmer Lange) Pictures of Then’s sound. Amplifier Maga- Want,” “Almost,” “High School Never Ends,” “My and LMC (Marcus and Demondre Washington) zine said, “On Pictures of Then’s 2007 debut, Wena,” and “1985” you’ve probably heard Bowl- host Summer Jam, a showcase celebrating early Crushed by Lights, the Minneapolis quintet ing For Soup on one of the numerous movie summer and highlighting the two groups love of seemed to be shining Billy Corgan’s flashlight soundtracks on which they’ve been featured. hip-hop Friday, June 3, 8 p.m. at the Grand River The Fast Clydes through a 1966 Pink Floyd prism, projecting a Center. Having devoted three years to their craft, Friday, May 13 gorgeous psychedelic pop rainbow across a GMS and LMC have started hosting their own 13 MAY The Bank Bar & Grille Ziggy Stardust tour poster. The combination shows over the past year including a benefit for For those that can’t wait for The Fast Clydes turn of PoT’s respect for the vintage past and desire a friend lost to suicide last October and a New on the big stage at DubuqueFest on the 20th, for a modern future came together seamlessly Year’s Eve show at the Grand River Center that the rockabilly trio will be playing a full set Friday in a soundtrack that was both vaguely familiar drew 300 guests. Marcus Washington reports night at the Bank Bar & Grille. The band’s last and engagingly fresh.” Interesting. Expanding that the group does it “because we love it … we show at The Bank had a full house twisting and their palette on their second album, And The Geri X see music as an escape … when something’s shimmying all over the dance floor so there’s no Wicked Sea, PoT have drawn comparisons to 20 Friday, May 20 not going right or we just need to express our doubt they’ll be back for more. If you ever won- Summerteeth-era Wilco or said to have a “Flam- MAY Miss Kitty’s Grape Escape feelings, we can joke around or make a song dered where rock-n-roll came from, here it is. ing Lips meets Dr. Dog vibe.” We suggest you While we will be covering the opening of the expressing how we feel. So that’s why this means check it out and draw your own conclusions. new Miss Kitty’s Grape Escape in our next issue, so much to us.” Admission is just $5.

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Athenian Grill 1091 University Ave., Dubuque | 563-582-9271 HOURS: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. ATMOSPHERE: Counter Service, NOISE LEVEL: Conversational RECOMMENDATIONS: Pita Chips & Hummus, Athenian Sampler, Mushroom & Swiss Burger, Gyro Pizza, Classic Gyro, Pork or Chicken Kabob, Chicken or Pork Souvlaki Special, Rice Pudding, Baklava LIQUOR SERVICE: None PRICE RANGE: $5.25 - $18.95, RESERVATIONS: No PAYMENT OPTIONS: Cash, Check, Debit, All credit but Discover ACCESSIBILITY: Front Door and Unisex Restroom KIDS POLICY: Welcome; Menu items, High Chairs & Boosters CATERING: Yes TAKE OUT: Yes DELIVERY: No PARKING: On Street

lettuce, tomato and onions. I enjoy either the Pizza with the usual veggies and only mozzarella chicken or pork immensely when I order the cheese. You can also build your own pizza with Souvlaki Special. As a dinner entrée it comes over fourteen toppings to choose from. with salad and pita and is served on a bed of rice. The rice is quite special. At first you might think it is just steamed rice. But it’s not because Athenian Grill it is cooked in chicken stock and butter and is by Rich Belmont For starters there is Spanakopita, a blend of spin- surprisingly delicious. ach and feta cheese wrapped in filo pastry dough. Epicureans know very well that the Greeks are Then there is Tyropita which is similar only with- fabulous cooks. Where I come from in New out the spinach. The Pita Chips and Hummus are Jersey every town has a Greek diner and vir- a rare treat and the Athenian Sampler gives you a tually all of them are owned by people who full range of tastes including Gyro, Feta, Kalamata When you are in the mood for a salad Yanni came to this country from Greece. Olives, Grilled Pita and Tzatziki Sauce. and Alex are ready for you. Niko’s Salad is the traditional Greek salad with lettuce, toma- You will find the Tzatziki is served on the side toes, onions, cucumbers, feta cheese, Kal- with almost everything on the menu. It is basi- amata olives and homemade Greek dressing. cally sour cream mixed with cucumbers, garlic, If someone in your party is not sure they like My favorite salad is the Rigatoni Pasta tossed olive oil and salt and pepper. Greek, there are delicious american style burg- with Athenian dressing and topped with feta ers and more on the menu too, so there really cheese, Kalamata olives and tomatoes. is something for everyone.

I hope I have convinced Alex to keep soup Likewise, Athenian Grill on University Avenue on the menu all summer. He is obviously an in Dubuque is now owned by the Karavergos expert soup maker. The Chicken Rice Soup I brothers who came here from Katerini, Greece. sampled on my last visit is proof of that. Their hometown is a tourist city of about 85,000 people not far from the Aegean Sea. Actually, The Classic Gyro is the biggest seller. A cone Now you know me; I always save room for Ioannis (Yanni) and Alex first arrived in the Chi- of processed beef and lamb, supplied by the dessert. Alex makes the Rice Pudding and it cago area where they worked in several Greek nationally known Konos Foods Company of Chi- is really good. I know it has milk and cinna- restaurants for over 25 years. Yanni moved to cago, is roasted on a vertical spit. Then crispy, mon but Alex won’t divulge his secret recipe. Dubuque a few years ago and Alex went back to thin slices are shaved off and layered in pita The Baklava is superb. The filo is layered with Katerini in 2002. When Yanni learned the Athe- bread and topped with chopped tomatoes and ground walnuts, honey and spices. I must say it nian Grill was for sale he decided to buy it. Then onions. The pita is a flatbread made from dough is one of the best Baklava I have ever had. it didn’t take much convincing to get Alex to puffed up by steam that forms a pocket. It’s a come here and be the chef. After all, Alex loves good thing there is a pocket too because the It is interesting to note that the Athenian pizzas The Athenian Grill is a superb place for authen- to cook and as Yanni says, here was an opportu- sandwich is stuffed to overflowing. It is accom- are hugely popular. I wondered why given the tic Greek cuisine at very reasonable prices. You nity to offer Dubuque a Greek restaurant with panied by the ubiquitous Tzatziki on the side. fact there are two well know pizza parlors right not only get Greek food cooked by Greeks but Greek people cooking authentic Greek food. across the street! Well of course it’s because the you won’t go away hungry and you won’t have If you are like me and have a craving for Greek pizzas here are Greek style. The fabulous Gyro to empty your bank account. As a matter of This place isn’t fancy. You order your lunch or din- food you must try the Pork or Chicken Kabobs pizza is layered with Tzatziki, gyro meat, onions, fact it was the Greek playwright Euripides who ner at the counter and a server will bring it to you. (pictured top left of page). Alex roasts the tomatoes, feta and mozzarella cheese. For those said “when a man’s stomach is full it makes no You won’t have to wait too long but you need to chicken and pork loins himself and then mari- who prefer their pizza meatless there is the Med- difference whether he is rich or poor!” know fresh cooking takes a few moments to pre- nades them in his own special blend of olive iterranean. This one starts with a tomato basil Do you have a favorite restaurant you would like to see pare. And besides where else around here can oil, fresh lemons, garlic, oregano and other sauce and is topped with spinach, tomatoes and reviewed? Please send your requests, suggestions and you get a full menu of Greek delicacies? secret ingredients. They are served with just a little feta cheese. There is also a Vegetarian comments to Argosy at [email protected].

www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 23 { wind symphony / re-inventing dubuquefest cont. } is that jordan down there describing a really fat guy?

Reinventing Dubuquefest get to talk about the process, and you have the ...continued from page 12 opportunity to order custom work.”

invite adults and children, everyone in the com- Toward creating opportunities for artists, the munity to get their hands dirty creating art. The DubuqueFest Art Fair has for years tried to con- Dubuque Art Center residency program, which tinually improve the quality of the exhibited is new to the city has partnered with us in creat- work, an effort that continues this year. “This fair ing a community chalk the Town Clock mural. doesn’t invite any manufactured work, mass- So there will be the opportunity on Saturday for produced work,” explains Neuhaus, “these are anyone in the community to join in an illustra- one-of-a-kind pieces that you are taking home. tion that is going to cover the Town Clock.” What better opportunity to have individual pieces of art in your life? It’s how you adorn “In Washington Park at the same time on the yourself, how you choose to surround yourself.” same day, we’re having the Maquoketa Art Experience resident artists, who have created While the best way to experience the exhibition an interactive painting kiosk, so I think that is the Art Fair itself, DubuqueFest has a great that’s really exciting,” she notes. Gary Carstens new web site (www.DubuqueFest.org) where from Mississippi Mud Studios will also be doing visitors can see a preview of work by artists that wheel-thrown pottery demonstrations in will be at the show. The web site has also been Washington Park during the Art Fair. instrumental in networking with potential new exhibiting artists and useful in drawing volun- teers to the festival, both individuals and as organized groups.

While Neuhaus has focused on the arts-related aspects of the event, she is still excited about the other festival features like the car show on Main Street and live music on two stages. “Our live music on the Town Clock main stage The kids’ art tent, this year known at the Chil- is incredible this year,” she said. “It’s local, it’s dren’s Art Creation Station, will also offer inter- regional, and it’s national touring acts. We’re Tri-State Wind Symphony Seventeenth Season active arts experiences for the next generation covering all of it.” Thursday nights, June 2 - August 4 of artists. “Of course the kids’ art tent is always Band Shell, Eagle Point Park super cool,” says Neuhaus. “This year it’s cel- Beginning June 2nd, the Tri-State Wind Sym- ebrating cultural traditions in kite making. So phony will provide free (with park admis- the committee and the kids’ art tent director sion) concerts every Thursday evening at has created some prototype kites from different 7:30 p.m., at the Eagle Point Park Band Shell. cultures so you can make your own or you can The community is invited to bring their lawn try to adapt one from say … Japan.” chairs, their children and a picnic supper for a evening of classical music, light popular Also returning to Washington Park this year will tunes and of course marches – something be live music at the Gazebo, though Hefel and for everyone. The Tri-State Wind Symphony Neuhaus have worked to offer acoustic acts Unlike the calendar of live music festivals to fol- is a 90 member community band made that can entertain without disrupting the Art low at the Town Clock, DubuqueFest includes up of professional musicians, instrumen- Fair or exhibitors potential for sales (see the list music as one art in a broader spectrum of arts tal teachers and their students, parents Hughes. Rain site for the concerts is West- of performers in the entertainment schedule). to be experienced and celebrated. “That’s what and their children and area residents who minster Presbyterian Church, corner or Loras Sales of work by exhibiting artists is not an issue really sets DubuqueFest apart is that it is an all- enjoy playing challenging pieces. TSWS is and University. For more information see to be overlooked. No matter how much an art- arts, multi-faceted fine arts festival,” notes Neu- under the leadership of music director Brian www.TSWS.org. ist might love creating work, if they can’t make a haus. “This is a full arts celebration offering free living selling it, they can’t afford to make more. arts experiences to the community and that’s Thursday Night Concert Schedule what the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society June 2 Tri-State Wind Symphony 16th Concert Season Kick Off. Director Brian Hughes DubuqueFest has a proud history of not only has always really tried to do.” June 9 River Reeds Sax and Clarinet Quartet Led by Micki Marolf providing arts experiences for festival-goers, June 16 Tri-State Wind Symphony but also opportunities in the cultural economy The DubuqueFest Art Fair is admission free and June 23 Maquoketa Timber City Band led by Jay Kahn for artists. When someone buys art directly is scheduled for Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. June 30 TSWS “Star Spangled Spectacular” from an artist at the Art Fair, it’s definitely a win- to 5 p.m. and Sunday, May 22 from 10 a.m. to July 7 Colt Cadets & Colts Summer Ban under Led by Brian Enabnit and Dan Norman win situation. “It’s the greatest opportunity to 4 p.m. See the schedule and other articles for July 14 Tri-State Wind Symphony invest in fine art and fine craft by shopping at more information on other arts activities. July 21 The Dubuque Chorale, Director Robert Demaree an art fair,” observes Neuhaus. “You’re purchas- July 28 Player’s Favorites –Last Tri-State Wind Symphony Concert of season ing directly from artists so you’re investing in Editors note: Mike Ironside is the current board Aug.4 Americana Band –Led by Dave Overby their work and you get to meet the artist, you president of the Dubuque County Fine Arts Society.

24 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { the pet corner } what can’t they stay puppies forever?

Puppies, Babies and morning to spend excess energy, because your (Teddy) Bears, OH MY! pet will be very excited about seeing mom and By Mary Erschen meeting baby. Have dad or an adult family mem- It’s springtime, nature’s season of fresh begin- ber hold the baby on the front porch while mom nings and new life. Following cozy wintertime, goes in first to greet her dog! After that happy some families await a newborn baby as seasons reunion, the pet can re-enter the house followed change. If you plan to have children (or grandchil- by mom and baby. Dad or the adult family mem- dren) and don’t have a dog yet, select a pet well- ber invites the dog to gently sniff well-blanketed suited for life with children. If you already have a baby then cheerfully cues the pet to “place” fol- dog and plan to have children (or grandchildren), lowed by treats. prepare pets with many positive associations with children from puppyhood on. “Dual” parents of children and dogs have daily responsibilities to teach appropriate behavior and constantly supervise. We can associate how we might tolerate annoying habits of a fam- ily member or friend until one day we’ve had enough. Our pets can deomonstrate similar behavior and communicates with a growl or nip. Guardians, avoid situations where your pet “toler- Despite what many believe, you can’t create a ates” your child’s behavior. (A small child can do child-friendly dog by getting a puppy at the unexpected things such as hit or fall on your pet. same time you are raising children because A toddler’s hands lack fine motor control and can some pups don’t like kids! “Interview” puppies accidently pull and poke a pet’s eyes and skin.) and dogs with kids present and look for affiliate Instead guardians can manage interactions so behavior (dogs that seek the company of kids). their dog learns to enjoy having the child around. A prospective pet should “light up” upon see- ing babies and children, not just tolerate them. “Family plan” and protect everyone in the family, If a dog/puppy shows signs of discomfort, or including the dog. Remember shelters and res- looks or moves away from children, move on to cues when “interviewing” puppies and dogs for another prospect. family additions. Families anticipating double fun with new babies and puppies will find both need Make anticipated changes to a pet’s routine at wellness checks, vaccinations, daycare/doggie least several moths before a baby arrives. Plan daycare, toilet/potty training, school/training your baby’s homecoming. Bring a blanket with and many similarities to consider. Making wise your baby’s scent for your pet to sniff (don’t decisions gives your pet an excellent chance of encourage mouthing or pawing). After sniffing, spending the rest of its life with you, baby and all cheerfully cue pets to their “place”, feed treats siblings and friends to come! and encourage longer stays with a toy stuffed with treats. Mary Erschen, Iowa-licensed pet care provider, Red Cross Pet CPR/First Aid Instructor and owner of FidoFit Exercise your dog extensively on homecoming in Dubuque. She can be reached at 563·582·5160.

www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 25 { mattitude / corporate games } watch you don’t whack yourself in the berries wrapping up that cord too fast. RALLY YOUR TEAM! 10th Annual Corporate & Community Games Thursday, June 9, A.Y. McDonald Park Don’t Trip Over the The point of this story is not as much about various low-impact “silly games for a serious Orange Power Cord the language we use as it is about the mission” “As always, this year’s Corporate and by matt booth attitude we use. My attitude was nega- Community Games promises to be a great I was all set to go on the side of the stage tive toward that orange power cord and I community event,” said Shelby Wartick, waiting to be introduced for my speech didn’t do as well as I could have during that Games Coordinator. “You don’t even have and I was warned “don’t trip over the speech. If you worry and focus on screw- to be part of a team. These team-building orange power cord”. Up until she pointed ing up, you’ll never perform up to your games are just as fun to watch.” it out, I didn’t even see the orange power potential. If you’re afraid to sing the National cord in the middle of the stage. Now, all Anthem because you might screw it up, I could think of was “don’t trip over the you will never get the chance to sing it at orange power cord”. I was introduced, the Super Bowl. Christina Aguilera tripped climbed up the steps and delivered my over the orange power cord at the Super speech. I didn’t trip over the orange power Bowl, but who cares? I’ll bet the people that cord that day, however, my speech wasn’t laughed at her the most have never sung as good as it could have been because I the National Anthem in front of anyone. was thinking about trying not to trip over the orange power cord.

“Don’t think about a pink elephant!” What To register a team, call 563.556.7560 or go to did you just see in your mind? What else? www.arearesidentialcare.org. All proceeds A pink elephant! It is virtually impossible to from this event benefit Area Residential not think of a pink elephant when some- On June 9 at A.Y. McDonald Park, teams Care and the more than 300 individuals one tells you not to. In order to not think from all over the tri-states will compete in served by the agency annually. Major spon- of a pink elephant, you must first imagine We all have orange power cords in our lives. Area Residential Care’s tenth annual Cor- sors include: American Trust & Savings Bank, a pink elephant. To find the meaning, your It is easier to point out someone else’s and porate & Community Games. The Games Dubuque Bank & Trust, Mystique Casino and brain must associate something with the we have the best intentions when we tell are played annually in June and have the Diamond Jo Casino. Platinum sponsors words spoken. When you say “Don’t spill them not to trip, don’t we. If you spend too raised over $100,000 in support of the include the Bike Shack, Flexsteel, Prudential your milk!” to a child for example, what much time worry about your orange power non-profit agency’s mission of empow- Retirement and Runde Auto Group. usually happens about 30 seconds later? cord, you are not spending enough time ering people with disabilities to achieve The child spills the milk. The child’s brain doing what you do best. Everyone has steps their highest quality of life. Food and beverages will be available from must process the command of spill your to climb and stages to perform on. If you Hy-Vee and the Rotary Club of Dubuque, milk in order not to do it. We should try go around worrying about tripping over More than 40 teams comprised of co- both of whom will contribute 20% of all to use statements phrased in the positive. the power cord, screwing up the lyrics to workers, friends and family will compete in vendor sales to Area Residential Care. Rather than focusing on an outcome that the national anthem, or spilling your milk, is not desired, focus on what is desired. you’ll never even get the chance to reach The negative statement “don’t spill your your potential. If you do trip over the orange milk” would be changed to “hold your power cord or screw up the lyrics, at least you glass with both hands”. know you’re trying to reach your potential.

Mattitude Improvement Tip End Disorganization Some people falsely think ending disorganization is impossible. When you end dis- organization, you will save time and money, and feel more in control of your life. If you become more organized, you become more successful. For every move you make towards organization, you make a move towards success. On a scale of 1-10 (10 being very organized), how would you rate the organization of your car, your house, or your office? Start small and clean out trunk of your car, a room in your house, or the top of your desk at work (which is where I’m going to start). Ending disorganization requires a lot of discipline but the success will be worth it.

Matt Booth works with organizations who want to improve their people so they can be more successful at what they do. To see if one of Matt’s programs would make sense for your organization, call 563-590-9693 or email [email protected].

26 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { pam kress-dunn } that marge, she’s puttin’ sexy into the phrase ‘blue hair”.

Locks of Love by pam kress-dunn It was dark and glossy, the color of coffee, Hair was always a big part of that appeal. As I grew older, my hair went from Rapunzel haircutter knows I keep a bulging file of and when she plaited it in braids, she could For me and my friends, it was just our luck to Mia Farrow over and over again. I loved hairstyle clippings for moments like these. sit on them. My mother’s hair at 19 must have to hit puberty alongside the British Invasion, my long hair, but couldn’t do a thing with it; But when I went to fetch it, I found instead a been something to see. Most of the time, she and if the boys had long hair, so did the girls. putting it in braids wrapped around my head photo of my mother, because it was almost pinned it around her head, ever the practical We all wanted to look like Paul McCartney’s the way my mom and grandma had done Mother’s Day and my friends and I were woman, but I can imagine how she looked girlfriend, Jane Asher, with the long flip and just made me look like some crazed Heidi posting them on Facebook. A young girl, when she unwound those braids, her pretty the teased up crown, at least until some of us of the Alps gone hippie. I found it especially she was standing outside in her pj’s, her hair face surrounded by a shining nimbus. I’ve started wanting to look like Twiggy, with the satisfying to have it all chopped off when I a dark cap perfectly framing her smiling face. seen photos of her with her hair pinned up pixie cut and toothpick arms and legs. was mad at the world, which every woman There, I thought, and packed up the photo – Iona holding the first baby; Iona grinning knows is code for My Boyfriend Broke Up to take to the salon. Sometimes inspiration over a fishing pole; even Iona swept up by What was a girl to do? I fantasized obsessively With Me And I’m Showing Him What I Think comes in unexpected places, from people my father in a very romantic embrace. about hair that could be cranked out long of His “Thing” for Long Hair. Ah, freedom. you thought were long gone. and back to short with the push of a button, By the time she had me, it was short. Short and but that invention never came to pass. We Right now, I’m stuck at medium, or I Guess [email protected] permed, like every other mother on the post- girls at Williams Junior High were jealous of a I’m Growing My Hair Out. My long-suffering WWII block. So few were the mothers with girl from Sudlow who had hair all the way to long hair – nonexistent, really – that I honestly her KNEES. She must have known, somehow, believed something happened to women’s three years before the Beatles left Liverpool, hair when they reached a certain age. By that long hair was going to be in. Lucky her. 35, say, their hair just stopped growing, and No fair. even if it had been straight as a stick before, it now took on a definite wave, stiffened into I’ve read that girls and their mothers have far submission with clouds of Alberto VO5. I too many fights about hair. That a girl who’s figured this would happen to me, if I thought been away at college will be met at the about it at all. Being 35 seemed as likely as airport by a mother whose first words will be, going to the moon when I was young. “What have you done to your hair?” We can’t help it. When we are daughters, we neglect Mom kept my hair pretty short as a child, the niceties of brushing and conditioning in which was probably a good thing, given my those glorious first days of independence, penchant for falling asleep with Lucky Stripe or and when we are mothers, it’s the safest Beaman’s gum in my mouth. Come morning, substitution for the questions we really want my dad would get out the bottle of naptha. to ask, like, “Are you living with that boy? Why It took out the gum, all right, and left me won’t you let me friend you? Do you still love with vile-smelling hair for the rest of the day. your dad and me?” Given the alternatives, hair is pretty safe territory. At what age does a girl become aware of her looks? I’ve always thought it must be when And so, too, is hair a safe place to show love she gets a mirror in her room, or maybe when and concern. Even a shampoo by a relative she notices the magazines on the newsstand stranger in a beauty salon can feel like solace, targeted at slightly older girls. For me, that was if no one else has touched you in days. I will Seventeen, an odd name for a periodical more never forget the slumber party for my 16th likely aimed at girls closer to twelve and thirteen. birthday, as my friends and I sat around the Suddenly I was riding my bike to Five Points to table having cake and ice cream. My mom buy not only a Hershey bar, approached Cindy, the wildest girl in the but also the latest Seventeen, bunch, and began running her fingers and later on to stock up on through her long, thick hair. Cindy whatever the magazine’s ads was moved, I could tell, and grateful. promised would make me We thought of her as hard-edged, irresistible to the opposite sex. untouchable; Mom saw a girl with beautiful hair.

www.Dubuque365.com 365ink { may 12 - 26 } 27 { smile dubuque / peace breathing } the city will probably want you to pay for a building permit to put up that peace pole.

Do you hold back from Smiling? Do you a negative impression left by unattracive lack self confidence and hope for a day teeth at the hearttof you smile, you pay the where you can begin to Smile Again? Have price. But it doesn’t have to be that way. you heard...Hope has arrived, the Smile Peace Breathing Workshop The traditional peace pole message is "May Dubuque Makeover is here to give one Having a Smile Makeover will do more than and Peace Pole Dedications peace prevail on earth." This is typically deserving person a complete head to toe ensure you have a bright, white smile; a Body & Soul, Fountain Park inscribed in multiple languages on the four makeover!!! Abbadent Dental and their healthy mouth and healthy body go hand in Saturday, May 14, 1-4 p.m. sides of a peace pole. There are tens of thou- partners want to change your life! hand. Good oral hygiene and oral health can Body & Soul is offering a work- sands Peace Poles in nearly every country improve your overall health, reducing the risk shop titled “Peace Breathing in the world dedicated as monuments to of serious disease and perhaps even preserv- 14 Meditations: Your Key to a peace. At Body & Soul, our mission is about ing your memory in your golden years. The MAY Balanced Life”, Saturday, May helping people cultivate peace and wellness phrase “healthy mouth, healthy you” really 14th 1-4p.m. lead by Master Charles Kim within themselves and between themselves is true. Keep in mind these 6 ways having from Chicago, IL. Cost is $90 or $45 when and others and the Peace Poles will serve as healthy teeth and gums helps improve your you sign up with a friend. reminders of the importance of inner peace, overall health: Boosts your self-esteem and as well as peace within our community, confidence, may lower risk of heart disease, Following the workshop, at 4:05pm Sat- country, planet and all creation. preserves memory, reduces risks of infection urday, Master Charles Kim will At Abbadent Dental, they believe a smile is a and inflammation in your body, helps blood lead a Peace Pole dedication Individuals can deliver peace mes- precious and unique component of one’s per- sugar stable if you have diabetes and helps at Body & Soul’s Fountain sages, prayers and intentions on sonality. The aesthetic solutions that Dr. Rauen pregnant woman carry a baby to term. Park location, followed slips of paper to either Body and Dr. Downs and their professional team by the dedication of a & Soul location before that have mastered can give you back the smile second peace pole at time. Guests can also e-mail and function you once had or give you the Body & Soul’s Down- in their messages to body- smile that you’ve always dreamed of having. town SpaSalon inside [email protected]. the Roshek Building. Messages will be displayed The benefits of these treatments go far beyond near the Peace Poles through having stronger, whiter or more shapely teeth. A peace pole is an inter- June 12th. Please call Body & Don’t let this chance at a new start slip by nationally recognized sym- Soul at 563-556-9642 to pre-reg- Do you realize that the most precious thing you. The new first impression you’ll be bol of the hopes and dreams of ister for this workshop (prepayment that you can give another person is free making, the increase in self-confidence and the entire human family, standing required) or with questions regard- and effortless? A smile that says “I care,” the desire to smile more frequently will be vigil in silent prayer for peace. ing the peace poles. “thank you,” “you’re funny,” “glad to see you” beautifully reflected from your magnificent is such a gift and it’s the way people have new smile. If your smile is already beautiful, interacted for thousands of years. By mak- think of a friend who you would love to see ing your smile freely available to others with get the boost they deserve in life and urge confidence, your joy will spread to them them to apply! And remember, you don’t and the entire overtone of every interaction have to win this contest to change your life you have will be different, and better! by getting back your smile. If this contest is catalyst for you to take that first step and get A good smile can also take you places, like examined by a professional like Dr. Rauen or up the corporate latter. Initial impressions Dr. Downs, then we already have a winner! are everything in the workplace, whether you interact with customers or even your fellow employees, managers and execu- tives. Sometimes it doesn’t matter how hard you work or how smart you are. If someone critical to your career parh can’t get past

28 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { advice from sara, pat & megan } but my window box is already full of cigarette butts!

This past weekend, as I celebrated my first mother’s day, it had me thinking just how in- 4. Plants shouldn’t require lots of work. Plan fluential my own mom has been in my life. ahead for how they grow and you will look like Toss a healthy meal in minutes Not only did she raise me to be a strong and an amazing gardener without even trying. with nutritionists pat fisher independent woman, she also had a huge im- 5. Plant a $10 tree in a $20 hole. A bit of soil & megan horstman pact on my life’s career path. As a child, I was prep makes life much easier down the road. made to go along with her as she met with 6. Fall leaves make great mulch. Has the warm spring weather got you clients to discuss their landscaping needs. 7. Window boxes running to and from baseball, soccer and Although it drove me crazy, something must grow great lettuce. other end-of-the year school events? Or have rubbed off because ultimately I decided Seriously, try it! maybe after a long winter, are you just 1. Steam asparagus 4-6 minutes or until to go to school for Horticulture. Today, when 8. When it comes to gardening, and really wanting to spend more time outside crisp-tender. Drain and rinse. people ask me where I learned to design, I everything in life, you can never know it all, and less time in the kitchen preparing proudly say “I went to school for it, but really I but don’t stop learning!! meals? If fast food is one of your time- 2. Toss salad with chicken, asparagus and learned most of it from my mom!” Did I men- 9. As Spring bulbs start to fade, let the foliage saving solutions for a quick meal, consider dressing included in salad kit. tion she’s also my boss? yellow and die back. This allows the energy tossing a quick meal together, full of health for next Spring to go back into the bulb. benefits, starting with pre-packaged salads. 3. Top with croutons before serving. Some of the things my mom taught me can benefit you too… Tip of the Week – Bagged salad kits are a great starting point Growing up with 4 women in the house (each to build a complete meal in minutes. They 1. When it comes to with LOTS of hair) clogged drains were com- are a time-saving convenience which annual planters, think monplace. Skip the chemicals and go right include pre-washed lettuce and greens FILLER (mounding), to the Zip It. Trust me, it’s gross, but it works. with additional ingredients, many times THRILLER (something including vegetables. By simply adding lean tall and FUN!), SPILL- Things on my families to do list… chopped meat, beans or nuts and additional ER (cascading) - all in • Plant grass seed in bare spots where crab- fruits and vegetables, you have a complete, one pot! And you’re grass used to exist to prevent other weeds nutritious meal in less time than you may almost guaranteed to from filling its voids. I like Scott’s new EZ seed, spend waiting at the drive-through. have a great looking it has fertilizer, seed and mulch all in one. It potted plant. can grow anywhere, even on blacktop. Pre-packaged salads offer more variety with Sirloin Steak Salad with 2. Evergreens are not ugly. We live in Iowa • Plant warm season crops in the garden. It new blends of leafy greens such as romaine, Honey Mustard Dressing and we need to consider winter interest when should be safe to purchase your tomatoes arugula and baby spinach - making them Serves 4. planting. I personally love Weeping Norway and peppers now. If using a raised bed like I a smart choice for added health benefits, Spruce, Dwarf Hemlocks and False Cypress. do, choose determinant tomatoes which are since dark green leafy lettuce tends to be All you need: 3. Hostas are not boring. Did you know more compact and bushy. higher in nutrients such as vitamins A and K 1 (1 lb) top round sirloin steak that there are currently over 3,000 named va- • Plant my herbs in outdoor containers so and lutein. Bagged salads also make it easier Monterey steak seasoning, to taste rieties? Labeling my mom’s collection took they are close to the kitchen and won’t for consumers to increase their vegetables 2 (4 oz each) packaged Earthbound Farm™ me all summer when I was a kid. spread EVERYWHERE! consumed each day for better health. mixed baby greens 1/4 cup Hy-Vee dried cranberries Try tossing these quick and easy meals together 1/2 cup light honey mustard salad dressing in minutes by combining the following ingredients with pre-packaged salad kits. All you do: Chicken and Asparagus 1. Sprinkle steak on all sides with seasoning. Caesar Salad Heat skillet over medium heat until hot; Serves 4. add steak. Cook for 6 minutes; turn. Cook an additional 5 to 6 minutes or until desired All you need doneness. 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 2. Remove steak from pan and allow to rest 1 (10 oz) Dole™ Light Caesar Salad Kit for 5 minutes. Slice steak into thin slices. 2 cups cooked, diced chicken breast 3. On a large platter, layer greens, All you do cranberries and dressing. Top with steak.

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blues to the stage at 8:30 p.m.

As if that weren’t enough, Sunday piles even more great music on, starting with Dwayne Fudge, one of the original Mississippi Band founding mem- bers performing at 12 p.m. “Fudgie” is followed by the return of bluesman James Kinds with an all new band at 3:30 p.m. Rounding out Sunday’s 20th Annual Catfish Festival lineup is Dubuque’s favorite country band, Hor- May 27-29 sin’ Around playing from 7:30 p.m. A.Y. McDonald Park Catfish Festival turns 20 this year and to celebrate, Catfish Festival is always a family-friendly affair and organizers have moved the event from its usual kids will want to get a wristband to ride the car- mid- to late-June timeframe to Memorial Day nival rides offered by Calkins Midways. With over weekend, May 27-29. Being a holiday weekend, 20 rides, 5 food stands, and 12 game concessions, the event can go a little longer into the evening Calkins brings plenty to see and do. Ride wrist- on Sunday, May 29. Despite the new dates, the bands, good for the entire day are just $20 ($18 festival is still held at beautiful A.Y. McDonald Park with a Catfish Fest coupon, available at the 365 at the end of Hawthorne Street and as always cel- office and around town). An arts & craft fair, a com- ebrates all things “catfish.” mercial tent, and a flea market offers visitors an assortment of Offering a wide variety of merchandize to browse. activities for the whole fam- ily, Catfish Festival features an Of course one of the most array of entertainment and popular aspects of the event attractions, including carnival is the one that give the festi- rides by Calkins Midways, live val its name: catfish. Catfish music throughout the week- dinners will be available in end, a craft fair, raffle, concessions, a pancake the “big tent” through out the weekend. Avail- breakfast, and of course the ever-popular catfish able from 3 to 8 p.m. on Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. dinner under the big tent. Admission to the fes- Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, a catfish tival grounds is free until 6 p.m. and afterwards, dinner is only $10. If catfish is not what you are just $3.00, with kids under 15 free. hungry for, a wide variety of food vendors will be on hand offering all of your festival favorites. Not only does admission provide access to The festival will also host a special Pancake and all the attractions and live music, but it also Sausage Breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. on Sunday. includes a chance at drawings and a variety of free coupons for fast food to Traditionally held next to those who arrive early at the the Mississippi River, Catfish gate. Admission enters festi- Festival is located on what val-goers into a drawing for was previously known as the $500 cash and a television. Hawthorne Street Extension, remodeled two years ago Of course all attendees are win- into the beautiful A.Y. McDon- ners with the great live music ald Park. While the new park lineup Catfish Festival provides. added a number of new ame- The entertainment gets started with a bang on nities to the area, making it even more conducive Friday afternoon with a performance by Betty & to hosting the festival, parking is limited to the The Headlights at 4 p.m. This will be one of Betty’s available handicap parking spaces. Other festival final local performances and promises to be one guests can park for free along Hawthorne Street. in which she pulls out all the stops. Headlining Friday night will be the party starting music of the One note not to be overlooked – especially in Buzz Berries from 8:30 p.m. There’s going to be a light of recent trends in weather – is that except lot of talent on that stage Friday night! for the carnival, nearly all entertainment and attractions are held under tents so Catfish Festi- Saturday has an equally full lineup with Massey val continues – rain or shine. Catfish Festival is a Road kicking things off at 12 p.m., followed by non-profit, tax-exempt organization that bene- the ever-popular and now Iowa Rock-n-Roll Hall fits Donna Ginter’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner. of Fame band Mississippi Band taking the stage For more information, look for Catfish Festival fli- at 4 p.m. The evening belongs to the “Doctor” ers available at locations around the Tri-State, or with Catfish favorite Duke Tumatoe bringing the call Donna Ginter at (563) 583-8535.

30 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { library events / riverview center } you know what happens to bullies? bad things man,, bad things.

A bully who learns that aggression can help him/her achieve social standing and power over others, left unchecked, will not learn healthy social interaction skills that promote healthy friendships and relationships going for- ward. The child will become more isolated as Bullying is not a healthy these behaviors achieve less for him/her per- part of growing up sonally, and they will be draw to others who are Rough-and-tumble play and interpersonal con- also violent social outsiders. flict are normal and healthy situations that help Audio books & eBooks shape appropriate responses to aggression and Did you know the library has thousands of audio help us learn to non-violently resolve disputes. books and eBooks available to Dubuque residents Bullying is a distinct type of interaction in which through our website? These downloadable books these developmental processes are brought to can be checked out at home or in the library and enjoyed on all kinds of devices including computers, an extreme that requires intervention. iPods, smartphones, and eBook readers. There’s no need to pay for downtown parking and no The bully’s aggression is intended to physically way to get a late fee! In the coming months or psychologically harm the targeted individ- we’ll add support for Amazon’s Kindle and of- ual. Recent research among youth has found fer eBook readers for checkout. Take a look at that one in five children admit to being a bully; A bullied individual also develops problems http://dubuque.lib.overdrive.com/ or scan the every seven minutes a child is bullied; 43% of connecting with others and forming friend- QR codes here with your smart phone... kids have been bullied online; and as many as ships because the peer group tends to blame “A Wedding”: Free Movie Screening 160,000 students each day stay home from the bullied individual and label him/her as Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. in Aigler Auditorium on the school because they are afraid of being bullied. weak and an outsider that they don’t want Library’s 3rd Floor. Admission and snacks are free, and open discus- to be associated with. This social isolation sion will be encouraged after the show. A school in NW Illinois has taken active steps to can lead to the child developing a disinterest reduce bullying to improve the school environ- in school due to the mistreatment, anxiety, Director Robert Altman offers his unique take on the institutionof marriage with this raucous comedy about a wedding reception ment for all students. Some parents in this school depression and low self-esteem. that quickly turns chaotic. “A Wedding” (1978) was filmed in Chica- were concerned about the bullying their children go with an all-star cast including Carol Burnett, Mia Farrow, Lauren were experiencing and brought these issues to Even children that witness bullying can suffer Hutton, and Geraldine Chaplin. This movie is two hours long and the school board and the local media. The school long-ranging consequences. Through watching is rated PG. For more information, please call the Library Reference Desk at 563-589-4225 administration, a Riverview Center violence pre- these events, children can learn that intimida- extension 2224, or visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/carnegiestout. vention educator, and the parents formed a bul- tion and cruelty can have social rewards. When lying committee to review the school’s policy to children are faced with these types of events, Save the Date! - Friends of the Library Spring Booksale. educate the teachers/staff, students and parents they often don’t know what to do, and this Friday, June 3, 4:30 - 9 p.m. Members only preview about the warning signs of bullying, appropriate inaction can cause children to feel powerless or (memberships will be available at the door) and immediate ways to intervene, and resources experience a heightened sense of fear that they Saturday, June 4, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Monday-Tuesday, June 6 & 7 from 3-7 p.m. to provide for students being bullied and the bul- themselves may be targeted. It is also possible lies to remedy the situation. that they will cope with these experiences by distancing themselves from any sense of respon- While bullying issues arise out of our natu- sibility, weakening their compassion for others. ral desire for power and control within our environment, by not addressing these issues If you are concerned that your child is being through the development of social skills and bullied, or if you are having bullying issues in non-violent conflict resolution, the results of your school, please call Riverview Center for bullying can have long-term consequences for free violence prevention education program- the entire community. ming that can improve their lives.

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Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. Answer on page 39.

Spot the Difference Can you spot 10 differences between the two versions of this photo from last year’s Renaissance Festival? Answers on page 35.

Answer on page 39.

32 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com { buol on dubuque / chamber annual dinner } chamber 2: electric boogaloo.

Sustainable Dubuque Partnerships, Programs gained international fame, recording over and Progress… Five Years Later, Part I 30 albums, including their latest, Desperate by mayor roy d. buol Housemembers and Barackin’ Around the Christmas Tree . They’ve been featured on NBC, In preparation for meetings IISC’s mission is to enhance the capacity of CBS, ABC, and PBS, and can be heard 4 times a in D.C. this week with elect- towns, cities, and counties in Iowa, as well as year on National Public Radio stations nation- ed representatives Senators Grassley, Harkin elsewhere in the Midwest, toward becoming wide during their Politics Takes a Holiday radio and Congressman Braley, along with their very sustainable communities through applying specials. The group’s resume include staff from hard working legislative staff, a thorough re- the talent and knowledge of the students and eighteen Congressional offices and represents view of the sustainability efforts of our commu- faculty of the University of Iowa in the devel- 62 years of collective House and Senate staff nity was undertaken. Following are highlights opment of plans and initiatives. At the same experience. So they know the inside jokes on from the update that will be provided in D.C. time, University of Iowa faculty will be able to the inside jokes. about our Sustainable Dubuque Partnerships, use this opportunity to advance scholarship Programs and Progress! (Due to space limita- on sustainability in their various disciplines Following their per- tion, however, this will be a two part article!) and fields. IISC staff approached the City of Chamber Annual Dinner formance, dance Dubuque about hosting one team of students Grand River Center Ballroom the night away to Green Vision Schools. Since the beginning of to complete a project during the 2011-2012 Thursday, June 2 the music of Hunter the program in 2005, 11 schools have received academic year. After visiting with community Cocktail Reception, 5:30 p.m. Fuerste and his the Green Vision School Award, which recog- representatives, they instead asked that all stu- Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Program, 7 p.m. American Vintage nizes student and staff efforts to reduce waste dents in their program have an opportunity to The Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce Orchestra. in their schools, as well as the schools’ recently work on Dubuque’s sustainability initiatives in Annual Dinner’s program with naturally implemented energy-saving practices. Several the next two years. The City and its partners include the State of the Chamber and presen- Tickets are $50 for Chamber members and additional schools are working towards achiev- will host 5-6 teams of students to complete a tation of the Awards of Distinction and well $75 for not-yet members. Table sponsorships ing Green Vision status during this school consulting project with a focus on economic as the 2011/2012 New Chair Welcome speech. are also available at $500 for table of eight year. Through these schools, over 600 staff development opportunities, transportation And then the party really gets rolling with a full and $600 for table of ten. After five & business members, 3,800 students, and 2,600 families needs, housing and community development, evening of political comedy and great music. formal attire is recommended with black tie are participating in the Green Vision Educa- school district growth, the feasibility of vari- optional. RSVP at DubuqueChamber.com by tion Program. Some of the practices that have ous resource recovery options, and renewable 8 p.m. entertainment will be provided by the May 31st to secure your seats for the biggest been implemented by the schools include energy asset mapping, among other themes, legendary Capitol Steps. Since 1981, The Capi- night of the year for the Dubuque Area Cham- food scrap composting, worm bin composting, and then relate each of these projects back to tol Steps special brand of satirical humor has ber of Commerce. increased paper and container recycling, and our Sustainable Dubuque vision. The lessons reduction in the use of disposable products. learned in Dubuque will be used as replicable models for all communities in Iowa! Sustainable Dubuque Indicators Project: Since 2006, the Dubuque community has worked City of Dubuque Green Team. While the City of to advance each of the 11 sustainability prin- Dubuque is supporting the efforts of the entire ciples identified in the Sustainable Dubuque community to become more sustainable, we vision. To enhance the tracking of our com- are also taking a look at our internal operations munity-wide progress, the City of Dubuque to become more environmentally, economi- and a Dubuque 2.0 Steering Committee will cally, and social/culturally responsible. The be working over the next year to analyze sus- City’s interdepartmental Green Team meets tainability metric best practices from across the on a regular basis to identify opportunities for country, including the ICLEI STAR Community efficiencies within our buildings, fleets, opera- Index which City of Dubuque staff has been tions, and purchasing policies. Among other involved in creating. The City and the 2.0 Steer- recent successes, the City recently installed a ing Committee members will work with addi- new lighting system in the 5th Street and Lo- tional partners and the community to define cust Street parking ramps. The system is fully key measurable outcomes and metrics for each programmable, providing the maximum in of the sustainability principles. A reporting sys- daylight harvesting, occupancy sensing and tem will be established that allows City staff provides a safety factor in that e-mails are sent and partners to submit data on a regular basis to maintenance staff any time a light is burned to update the City Council and our community out or not functioning for any reason. In the on progress being accomplished toward our first months of operation, this system has led Sustainable Dubuque goals. These metrics will to a 68% reduction in lighting costs, or 35% also be used to compare Dubuque’s progress reduction in total electricity consumption in to communities from across the country. the ramp. ...to be contined next issue! Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities. In 2009, the University of Iowa’s School of Ur- ban and Regional Planning launched the Iowa Initiative for Sustainable Communities (IISC).

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Dear Trixie: Dear Trixie: My husband is very social. I am not. He plays My baby is teething. I’d like to give him some- in a local pool league, coaches tee-ball and thing that’s not bad for the environment. loves to hear live music in our town. I prefer to Something that is not made of plastic. What find relaxation curled up on my couch with a do you recommend? - Good Mommy good book and a dog. I also enjoy watching television, which he does not like. His friends Dear Mommy: are always having weekly get-togethers A cold rag soaked in vodka. where there is lots of fancy food and cock- tails. They take turns hosting at each others’ Dear Trixie: homes and my husband is constantly on my We have always been the kind of parents who take back to take my turn. It’s not that I dislike his our responsibilities seriously. We have given our friends or am ashamed of our home. I just children every advantage and every opportunity don’t like people much and it’s too stressful to grow as healthy young adults. Our kids are now to think of all of them invading my house and in their thirties and we are retiring. We have sold wanting me to cook something. How can I our big house and are in the process of buying get out of this? They’ll be here on Saturday. a small condo. We are worried about inheritance - Solitary Wife taxes and are considering giving the kids their inheritance now - as gifts. What do you think? Dear Solitary Wife: - Stan and Debby You only have to poison one person to keep all the rest from ever wanting to eat at your Dear Stan and Debby: house again. Or you could poison your hus- What is wrong with you? You are cheating band. The downside is a possible jail sentence, your children out of their God-given right but it will work. Good Luck. to resent you while you’re alive. You need to spend that money recklessly. Buy a fleet of hot Dear Trixie: air balloons or a month-long Vegas vacation. There’s this house on my jogging route with a big picture window. Every time I go Dear Trixie: past I hear screaming and crying and some- My husband is really cute and is quite a times I see a man in the window swinging flirt. At parties he’s always surrounded his arms like he’s boxing. What should I do? by a bunch of pretty young girls. After 9 - Concerned Citizen years of marriage you’d think I’d be more secure. Do you think I can really trust him? Dear Citizen: - Connie in East Dubuque Mind your own business. He’s probably doing Tai Bo. Exercising makes me scream and cry too. Dear Connie: No.

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34 { may 12 - 26 } 365ink www.Dubuque365.com {dr. skrap’s / puzzle answers} dr. skrpas, ii’ve got a funny rash ina bad place, will you take a look at it?

Aries 3/21-4/19 Libra 9/23-10/22 Despite your best efforts Having a good understand- attempting to sling your com- ing of punctuation can greatly edy-gold zingers at the youth, keep in mind improve your life. By slightly altering a your funny references about things that hap- sign’s punctuation, “DANGER NO SWIM- PUZZLE ANSWERS (From page 32) pened 10 years before they were born may MING.” Becomes: “DANGER? NO, SWIM- not register to the infantile intellects. Instead MING!” Hooray! Spot the Difference talk about what’s hip nowadays, like Boyz II Men, and those new shoes that light up. Scorpio 10/23-11/21 There’s nothing better than Taurus 4/20-5/20 waking up to the smell of fry- Your attempts to blame “that ing bacon. Unless you wake up on the smell” on the dog would surely beach and realize it’s you that smells so improve had you actually owned a dog. And delectable. the fact that you’re the only other person in the elevator isn’t helping your odds. Sagittarius 11/22-12/21 Chastising people for giving Gemini 5/21-6/21 you a gift you’ll never use is just Those dirty looks your cat keeps ignorance on your part. They know you’ll giving you could have been never use it, they’re just smarter than you avoided had you researched the difference are. Come next re-gifting occasion the between “Fancy Feast” and “Fresh Step.” sweet sweet hemorrhoid pillow is all theirs for the keeping. Cancer 6/22-7/22 Your new “Tiny Tim” tribute band Capricorn 12/22-1/19 Crossword Sudoku is bound to take off once people You will get a postcard from the realize dogs will pay good money to be Forbidden City today, contain- entertained. ing some very unsettling news. You won’t realize that, of course, since it will be writ- Leo 7/23-8/22 ten in a language you don’t understand. Although the camera adds 10 pounds, surely two Cornish Aquarius 1/20-2/18 game hens, a gallon of macaroni salad Good day to curl up with a and a sack of pork rinds make an ample good book. Later, you will contribution. build a fort out of your furniture and some sheets, and shoot rubber bands at people. Virgo 8/23-9/22 You’ve read all the books and are Pisces 2/19-3/20 ready to cash in Matthey Lesko Let the golden sun of happi- style! Do yourself a favor and don’t take ness burn away your inner fog everything the man represents to heart. of disgruntlement. Remember: gruntled People will be much more inclined to give people are more fun! you the time of day if you don’t look like “the riddler.”

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