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Dubuque Food Pantry "Dress Barn Food Drive" now through Dec. 31 10:00 am - 9:00 pm daily Dress Barn, 2485 NW Arterial bring in a non-perishable food item and receive a coupon for a percentage off your purchase at Dress Barn Ph. 563-583-6900
St. Joseph's (Sinsinawa) Holy Name Breakfast Saturday, Nov. 29 8:30 am - noon St. Joseph's School, Sinsinawa, WI everyone welcome Ph. 608-748-4442
Salvation Army "Angel of Mercy Tree" Friday, Nov. 28 - Sunday, Dec. 7 Borders Book Store, Kennedy Mall select one of the angels off the Angel of Mercy Tree located inside Border's, buy a gift for the child it represents, then bring it back to Borders unwrapped for distribution to a child who may not otherwise get any Christmas gifts due to poverty or other circumstances; sponsored by Mercy Medical Center and Radio Dubuque in addition to Border's and the Salvation Army; toys may also be dropped off at the Salvation Army building at 1099 Iowa St. Ph. 556-1573
Hempstead 83 Class Reunion Saturday, Nov. 29 7:00 pm - midnight Asbury Eagles Club email hempstead83.com
American Legion "Roast Beef Sandwich Supper" Saturday, Nov. 29 4:30 pm American Legion Hall, 1306 Delhi $6 includes open face roast beef, mashed potato & gravy sandwich & dessert; silent auction & raffle also planned Ph. Carolyn Hewitt at 583-9500
Oxus Grotto "Pancake, Egg & Ham Breakfast" Sunday, Nov. 30 8:00 am - 12:30 pm Oxus Grotto Building, 3011 Autumn Dr., Asbury adults $6, children $3; in support of children with cerebral palsy and dentistry for the handicapped Ph. 563-556-5279
H.O.P.E. Support Group for the Elderly, Their Families and Friends first Monday of the month 7:00 pm Mt. Pleasant Home, 1695 Mt. Pleasant St. Ph. 563-557-7876
Grand Opera House "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus" Dec. 3 - 7 call for show times Grand Opera House Ph. 563-588-1305
Shalom Retreat Center "Celebrating Holidays in a New Way
Dinner, Sharing & Prayer for Those Who Have Lost a Spouse" Thursday, Dec. 4 5:00 - 8:30 pm Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. come with friends or make new friends and enjoy a beverage, festive meal and Advent Taize Prayer; $20; register by Dec. 2 Ph. 563-582-3592
Salvation Army "Christmas Party" for those 50+ Thursday, Dec. 4 11:30 am potluck, with entertainment by Senior High School's Madrigal Singers, followed by a dance featuring western and ballroom music; each attendee must bring a dish to pass that will serve 6 and his/her own table service; ham, scalloped potatoes, beverages and door prizes will be provided; there will be a $5 gift exchange for anyone wishing to participate, and Santa & Mrs. Claus will be on hand to distribute gifts; blood pressure screening will be offered from 9:30 to 11:30 am Ph. Marlene Smothers at 556-1573
Shalom Retreat Center "Advent Taize Prayer" Thursday, Dec. 4 7:30 - 8:30 pm Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. people of all faiths welcome; registration not required Ph. 563-582-3592
GracePoint Church "Old-Fashioned Community Christmas Night" Friday, Dec. 5 6:30 - 9:00 pm (doors open at 6:00) GracePoint Church, 3100 Windsor Ave. FREE family-friendly activities include horse-drawn wagon rides (reservations required), Christmas magic show, Christmas crafts workshops for all ages, family portraits with Christmas background, homemade holiday refreshment and more; Ph. 563-583-3929
Shalom Retreat Center "Advent Retreat Weekend: The People in Darkness Have Seen a Great Light" 7:00 pm Friday, Dec. 5 - 1:00 pm Sunday, Dec. 7 Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. featuring Bishop Thomas Gumbleton, noted international peace & justice speaker, writer and activist; commuters: $110, overnight guests: $125; register by Dec. 1 Ph. 563-582-3592
Dubuque Symphony Orchestra "Holiday Pops Celebration" Friday-Sunday, Dec. 5-7 7:30 pm Dec. 5 & 6, 2:00 pm Dec. 7 Five Flags Theater entertainment by the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra with Mayor Roy Buol, radio personality Paul Hemmer, the Dubuque Chorale, the Hempstead High School Concert Choir, members of the Heartland Ballet and others Ph. 563-557-1677
Shalom Retreat Center "Yoga, Mixed-Level" Fridays, Dec. 5-19 9:30 - 10:30 am Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. led by Deb May, Certified Yoga Instructor; beginners welcome; $21 for 3-session series; register by Dec. 2 Ph. 563-582-3592
St. John's Episcopal Church "Holiday Cookie Walk" Saturday, Dec. 6 8:00 am - 1:00 pm St. John's Episcopal Church Parish House, corner of Loras & Locust cookies, candy, breads for sale in addition to a treasurer's table; lunch served from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Ph. 563-556-2628
Rockdale United Methodist Church "Annual Cookie Walk" Saturday, Dec. 6 8:00 am - 11:00 am Rockdale United Methodist Church many varieties of cookies and candies for $7/lb. come early for the best selection Ph. Jeanne at 563-552-1600
St. Matthew Lutheran Church "Holiday Cookie & Craft Fair" Saturday, Dec. 6 9:00 am - 2:00 pm St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 1780 White St. holiday cookies & crafts, bake sale; lunch of BBQ pork and Italian chicken sandwiches, salads and homemade pies; carryouts available Ph. 563-564-0405
Friends of the Bellevue Public Library "Wine & Cheese Tasting, Christmas House Tour & Book Signing" Sunday, Dec. 7 1:00 - 4:00 pm Springside owners Dave & Penny North, 300 Ensign Rd. $10 donation; limited tickets available; Katie Fischer will be on hand to sign copies of the book she co-wrote with Rebecca Christian, "That's Our Story and We're Sticking to It" Ph. the Bellevue Public Library at 563-872-4991
St. Donatus Luxembourg Heritage Society "St. Nicholas Day" Sunday, Dec. 7 9:30 am - noon Kalmes Restaurant (upstairs) cookie walk, bake sale, and appearance by St. Nick Ph. 563-773-2480
Salvation Army Domino Program Tuesdays, Dec. 9 & 16 noon - 3:30 pm Salvation Army building, 1099 Iowa St. Ph. Marlene Smothers at 556-1573
Shalom Retreat Center "Winter Breakfast: Winter
Nature's Period of Rest" Wednesday, Dec. 10 - 7:00 - 8:00 am (8:15 mass optional) Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. presented by Geri Eitter, Administrator, Mount St. Francis; $8; register by Dec. 8 Ph. 563-582-3592
Salvation Army Ballroom Dance Lessons Wednesday, Dec. 10 & 17 1:00 - 2:30 pm Salvation Army building, 1099 Iowa St. self-taught ballroom dance steps with the aid of video & VCR tapes; singles welcome Ph. Marlene Smothers at 556-1573
Shalom Retreat Center "Back from Exile: An Advent Evening of Reflection" Thursday, Dec. 11 - 6:30 - 9:00 pm Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. featuring presenter Fr. Robert Beck, Dept. of Religious Studies, Loras College; $10; register by Dec. 9 Ph. 563-582-3592
Summit Congregational United Church of Christ "Christmas Cookie Walk" Saturday, Dec. 13 8:30 - 11:30 am Summit Church, 2885 JFK Rd. baked goods, candy, crafts & jewelry Ph. 563-582-5661
Shalom Retreat Center "Jacob's Gift - A Christmas Program for Families with Young Children" Sunday, Dec. 14 - 1:30 - 2:30 pm Shalom Retreat Center, 1001 Davis St. for ages 5 and up; enjoy a movie, activity and Christmas treat with presenter Julie Casey, retired elementary teacher; $5; register by Dec. 9 Ph. 563-582-3592 |
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