JANUARY 2017
JANUARY 2017
TEEN NIGHTS
WEDNESDAYS , JANUARY 4 , 11 , 18 , & 25
5:30-7 PM @ MULTICULTURAL FAMILY CENTER
Youth in grades 8-12 are invited to enjoy dinner and teen empowerment activities including presentations on teen topics , academic and career development , environmental education , games , community field trips ( bowling , movies ), and more . Register in advance or at the MFC day of . Participation is free . Visit MFCDbq . org .
JURIED DUBUQUE HIGH SCHOOL ART EXHIBIT
WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY , JANUARY 4-27
@ BISIGNANO GALLERY , HERITAGE CENTER , UNIVERSITY OF DUBUQUE
In this show , art teachers at Dubuque Senior High School , Walhert High School , and Hempstead High School jury the best from their classes . In its fourth year , the impressive visuals by these young people are quite exciting . A reception will be held January 5 , 5:00- 6:00 p . m . Visit Dbq . edu / HeritageCenter .
FOUR SEASONS , FOUR DOORS
WEDNESDAY-TUESDAY , JANUARY 4-31
10 AM-5 PM DAILY @ SINSINAWA MOUND , ART GALLERY ( SINSINAWA , WI )
DarRen Morris will display his acrylic paintings on canvas as well as other materials . An opening reception will be held Sunday , January 8 , 1:00-3:00 p . m . Copies of In Warm Blood : Prison and Privilege , Hurt and Heart , a book Morris coauthored with Judith Gwinn Adrian , will be available for purchase . Admission is free . Visit Sinsinawa . org .
LGBTQ + YOUTH NETWORK
THURSDAYS , JANUARY 5 , 12 , 19 , & 26
4:30-6:30 PM @ MULTICULTURAL FAMILY CENTER
Open to young adults ages 14-23 who identify as lesbian , gay , bisexual , transgender , queer , and / or questioning , this regular gathering allows local LGBTQ youth to be in a supportive environment , build community , feel safe , increase self-awareness and positive self-regard , and develop stronger connections to the local community . Weekly activities vary between guest speakers , games , LGBT culture , community outreach and more . The group is co-facilitated by volunteer adult mentors . Participation is free . Visit MFCDbq . org .
SELECTED WORKS : 2010-2016
BEGINS THURSDAY , JANUARY 5
9 AM-5 PM ( MON . -FRI .) & 12-4 PM ( SAT . -SUN .) @ MAQUOKETA ARTS EXPERIENCE ( MAQUOKETA , IA )
Selected photographs by Phil Roeder are on display . Roeder has worked for 30 years in public relations and communications . Today he is the director of communications for Des Moines Public Schools . His work has been exhibited in Iowa and published around the world . He has earned awards at the Iowa State Fair photography salon and in the Capture the Heart of America photography contest , and he was presented with the merit award at the most recent Des Moines Exhibited show . His work has appeared in National Geographic Traveler , The New York Times , The Atlantic , Wired , Forbes , and Vice to name a few . A public reception will be held Sunday , January 22 , 1:00-4:00 p . m . Admission is free . Visit Maquoketa-Art . org / Future-Exhibitions .
JOHNSMITH CAPITAL CAMPAIGN BENEFIT CONCERT
FRIDAY , JANUARY 6
6:30 PM @ GRAND OPERA HOUSE Johnsmith possesses a genius that cannot be denied , ignored , or overlooked . For over thirty years , Johnsmith has been sharing his music all across America and abroad . He has become a favorite at festivals , clubs , and house concerts alike . In addition to being a Kerrville New Folk Winner , Johnsmith has released seven solo CDs to rave review , leads , musical tours to Ireland , teaches songwriting , and has served as a staff songwriter in Nashville . All proceeds benefit the Grand Opera House “ Spotlight on the Future ” Capital Campaign . A pre-show VIP wine / beer and hor d ’ oeuvres reception begins at 6:30 p . m . with the concert at 7:30 p . m . A post-show reception allows VIP patron to meet the artist . Tickets are $ 30 for VIP seating plus receptions ( 6:30 p . m .); $ 20 for the concert only ( 7:30 p . m .). Visit TheGrandOperaHouse . com .
Your loved ones deserve a place that feels like home .
Stonehill ’ s 2016 Year-End Appeal will provide additional funding for our third-floor dining-room transformation , which includes :
– Improved accessibility for residents and staff – Open-concept layout with full view of the cooking area – A comfortable space for residents to enjoy with their families and friends
Donate Online : Visit StonehillDBQ . com and make your secure , tax-deductible contribution today .
IT IS IN GIVING THAT WE RECEIVE
Or donate by mail : 2016 Stonehill Year-End Appeal
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