Community Calendar

Events occurring in the Dubuque-area will also be published in the Community Calendar section in The Dubuque Advertiser weekly newspaper at no cost for up to two weeks before the event. Simply fill out the calendar submission form by Friday at 5 p.m. to be included in the following week’s printed edition*.

* Dupaco and The Dubuque Advertiser reserve the right to edit submissions for space, consistency and clarity.
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April 2021

Apr 20
Tue
Fly-By-Night Productions
Fly-By-Night Productions Law & Justice Through Shakespeare Book Club

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dubuque, IA

An online book discussion series April 20, May 18 and June 15 about law and justice, using Shakespeare’s plays to explore issues facing our nation. Get a 15% book discount at River Lights Bookstore.

Event Location:
Via Zoom Meeting
Online | Dubuque, IA

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Apr 22
Thu
University of Dubuque Heritage Center
Landscape of Guitar: An Animated Painting Concert Experience

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Dubuque, IA

A backdrop of lush, vibrant painted landscapes based on the guitar theme flows through the concert. Moving in 3D, the paintings come alive with music in this unforgettable surround art experience.

Event Location:
2255 Bennett St.
John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center | Dubuque, IA

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Apr 24
Sat
University of Dubuque Heritage Center
Mutts Gone Nuts! A Canine Cabaret

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Dubuque, IA

Expect the unexpected as canines and comedy collide in this smash hit performance that’s leaving audiences everywhere howling for more!

Event Location:
2255 Bennett St.
John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center | Dubuque, IA

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Apr 24
Sat
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Hunger Outreach Food Distribution

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | Dubuque, IA

Drive-thru free food distribution from 9 a.m. until supplies are gone. No registration. Stay in your car and we will load food in your car. Partners with St. Stephens Branch of River Bend FoodBank.

Event Location:
2155 University Ave.
Westminster Presbyterian Church | Dubuque, IA

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Apr 27
Tue
Dubuque Area Congregations United (DACU)
Dubuque Area Congregations (DACU) Online Live April Delegate Meeting

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dubuque, IA

Topics: Dubuque Coalition for Non-Violence and upcoming State Referendum for Amendment to Iowa Constitution regarding guns. Speakers: Tim Moothart and Art Roche. Email agarfield@dbq.edu for Zoom link.

Event Location:
Email agarfield@dbq.edu for Zoom link
Virtual Meeting | Dubuque, IA

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Apr 28
Wed
Dubuque Jaycees
Buying a House 101

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Dubuque, IA

Interested in buying a home? Hear from a Dupaco mortgage lender and a licensed realtor about why you should start now and what you need to know to make your homebuying process smooth and stress-free.

Event Location:
890 Iowa St.
Dubuque Jaycee Center | Dubuque, IA

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Apr 30
Fri
Steeple Square
Just for Her Shopping Event

5:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Dubuque, IA

This two-day shopping event features fashion, decor, beauty, makeup, health, fitness and more! The event is 5-8 p.m. Friday, April 30, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 1. Suggested donation: $1.

Event Location:
101 E. 15th St.
Steeple Square Community Event Center | Dubuque, IA

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May 2021

May 01
Sat
Boy Scout Troop 51
Troop 51 Annual Flower and Plant Fundraiser

7:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Dubuque, IA

Boy Scout Troop 51 is having its Annual Flower and Plant Fundraiser on Saturday, May 1. Masks are required and provided if needed, as well as hand sanitizer. New hands-free electronic pay option.

Event Location:
3200 Asbury Road
St. Peter Lutheran Church | Dubuque, IA

May 06
Thu
City of Epworth
Epworth City-Wide Garage Sales

4:00 PM - 11:00 AM | Epworth, IA

Treasures galore! Find furniture, baby items, toys, books, household items, home and seasonal decor, jewelry, electronics, tools, clothing and more.

Event Location:
Multiple locations
Download listings at www.epworthiowa.org | Epworth, IA

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May 13
Thu
Eagle Ridge Community Wide Garage Sale
Eagle Ridge Community Wide Garage Sale

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Marion, IA

The residents of Eagle Ridge will be having garage sales May 13-15. Please come and join us. These sales will be throughout the community. Just drive around and see what is of interest to you.

Event Location:
1285 Red Fox Way
Eagle Ridge Manufactured Housing Community | Marion, IA