Digital Backpack
Welcome to the Digital Backpack!
Dubuque is lucky to have a wide variety of events that support the education, health, wellness, quality of life, and enrichment of our students and the entire community. The district's Digital Backpack is a central, paperless way to share non-profit and educational information with families.
Dubuque AYSO Indoor Winter League
January 6 – March 3, 2026
RSVP By
December 15, 2025
Location
Five Flags Center 405 Main St. Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
All school Aged kids, Pre-K-High School
Organization
AYSO Region 419 Dubuque
Contact
Renae Horstman
Email
rc@dubuqueayso.org
Phone
(563) 599-4238
Website
https://www.ayso419.org/
Additional Information
Indoor Winter Soccer is a 5v5 fast paced and exciting way to play soccer. This is recreational soccer and geared toward having fun! This exciting 8-week league is a great way for kids of all ages to get out and play during the cold winter months. No experience is needed! Register Now! December Art Activities
November 22 – December 19, 2025
Location
Bluff Strokes Art Center, 1201 Locust St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Grades 3 through high school
Cost
Varies Scholarships are available.
Organization
Bluff Strokes Art Center
Contact
Rachel Daack
Phone
(563) 239-9377
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Additional Information
November and December Art Programming YOUTH ONLY GRADES 3-5 AND MIDDLE SCHOOL CLASSES HIGH SCHOOL ZINE AND BOOK BINDING ADULTS+ UPCYCLE SEWING: MAKE A TOTE WITH RADRAGS (12+) HOLIDAY WREATH MAKING WITH HANDPICK’D (14+) ARTFUL HOLIDAYS: MIXED MEDIA ALL AGES Discover Troop 94 & Troop 194: Open House Event
November 25, 2025
Start Time
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location
Local 94, UAW Union Hall | 3450 Central Ave, Dubuque
Event For
Middle School and High School Youth
Cost
Free
Organization
Troop 94, Troop 194 and Northeast Iowa Council
Contact
Joey Lueck or Kary Waite
Email
kary.waite75@gmail.com
Phone
(563) 556-4343
Website
scoutsiowa.org/grit
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Additional Information
Do you enjoy adventures? Come meet the members of Troop 94 and Troop 194 at our open house! Discover what we’re all about, explore hands-on activities, and learn more about the fun adventures Scouts have! Explore Your Park: EB Lyons & Mines of Spain
December 22, 2025
Start Time
10:00a.m.
RSVP By
December 19, 2025
Location
8991 Bellevue Heights Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52003
Event For
Elementary Students, Ages 5-11
Cost
$5
Organization
Dubuque County Conservation Board
Contact
Taylor Schaefers
Phone
(563) 556-6745
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Additional Information
Take this day off of school to Explore Your Park and have fun with many different activities guided by a naturalist at EB Lyons Interpretive Center. Pack a lunch to enjoy afterward. This program is a drop-off program for 5 - 11 year olds. Limited spots, registration required. Winter Gnomes
December 23, 2025
Start Time
3 p.m.
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 10-17
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Emily Bartley
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Learn about the Swedish Tomte while we make our own gnomes to warm our homes this winter. Registration is required. Folded Book Vase
December 22, 2025
Start Time
2 p.m.
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 10-18
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Danielle Day
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Give old books a fresh purpose in this eco-friendly craft! We’ll transform recycled pages into charming book vases- complete with artificial flowers, ribbon, and your imagination. Registration is required. UD Softball Youth Camp
January 24 – January 24, 2026
Start Time
8:00 a.m.
RSVP By
January 23, 2026
Location
UD Campus - Veterans Memorial Turf Center
Event For
8-12 Years Old
Cost
$65
Organization
University of Dubuque Softball
Contact
Kristen Duross
Email
kduross@dbq.edu
Phone
(207) 590-1224
Website
https://www.udsoftballcamps.com/
Additional Information
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM - Check in 8:30 AM - 11:45 AM - Introductions/ Skills & Drills 11:45 AM - Questions & Recap Festive Fun Finger Prints
December 10, 2025
Start Time
4 p.m.
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 7-11
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Lora LoBianco
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
This is the perfect creative starting point for budding artists! We will use the book Festive Fun Fingerprints, filled with sweet, Christmas illustrations and five fun, washable ink pads for printing, stamping and decorating. You get to take the book home with you! Registration is required. No-Sew Sock Penguins
December 9, 2025
Start Time
4 p.m.
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 10-18
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Haidee Cardoso
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
What do you get when you combine one fuzzy sock, some fluff, and a little imagination? The cutest winter penguin you’ve ever seen. Registration is required. DIY Upcycled Wall Art
November 25, 2025
Start Time
4 p.m.
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 10-18
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Danielle Day
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Turn fabric scraps into fabulous wall art! With just a touch of creative flair, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind piece to display at home or give as a homemade gift. Registration is required.