Bryant Elementary School

Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute

November 22, 2023
Location St. Lukes United Methodist Church.
Event For All students
Cost Free
Organization Dubuque Branch NAACP
Contact R.R.S. Stewart
Phone (563) 583-4419
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Additional Information
ALL students in the Dubuque community are invited to participate in this year’s MLK Tribute. Students will create an entry and submit it through December 1, 2023. K-5 Themes: Kindness, Fairness & Friendship. 6-12 Theme: Till what end? Honorees will be recognized at a community gathering in January.

Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Holiday Family Concert

December 2, 2023
Start Time 1:00 p.m.
Location Five Flags Theater, 405 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For all ages
Cost $14 children/$24 adult
Organization Dubuque Symphony Orchestra
Contact Kathleen Hoeper
Phone (563) 557-1677
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Additional Information
The orchestra welcomes vocalist Jeff Leibow, the Dubuque Chorale Children's Choirs and members of the Heartland Ballet in this shorter one-hour program. Sing and jingle along to your favorite Christmas carols - photos available with Santa and Mrs. Claus after the concert.

Santa’s Workshop

December 2, 2023
Start Time 1 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Families
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Emily Bartley
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Calling all elves and their families! This is our chance to make and wrap a few holiday gifts before the big Christmas tree lighting event at 2pm in the rotunda of the library.

Kids Holiday YogArt Workshop

December 10, 2023
Start Time 1 p.m.- 4p.m.
RSVP By December 3, 2023
Location Challenge to Change, Inc, 3337 Hillcrest Rd, Suite B, Dubuque
Event For Elementary students
Cost $50.00
Organization Challenge to Change, Inc.
Contact Rachel Harwood
Phone (563) 663-7331
Additional Information
AGES 6 - 12: Come explore the practices of yoga + mindfulness, enjoy some holiday fun and activities, and create some very special handmade gifts - wrapped and ready to share! Parents/guardians can just be, while our youthful yogis get into the holiday spirit! Come one and all for some magical fun!

Mini Kickers

December 5 – December 6, 2023
Start Time 5:00-6:00 p.m. ages 3-7; 6:10-7:30 p.m. ages 8-10
Location Veterans Memorial Training Center (Indoor facility) Univeristy of Dubuque Campus
Event For Ages 3-10
Cost $30 per session
Organization UD Women's Soccer
Contact Jason Berna
Phone (563) 589-3786
Additional Information
University of Dubuque Women's Soccer presents our Mini Kickers Camp. We're calling all soccer players from ages 3-10 years old. Each camp is lead by UD Women's Soccer coaching staff and current team players. Our goal is to focus on fun while teaching the mini kickers about the fundamentals of soccer

Let’s Play Roblox

September 11 – December 4, 2023
Start Time 5:30 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 8-14
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Each month, participants will play a different game with other Roblox enthusiasts and tackle fun challenges together. *If you have never played Roblox before, you will need to have your parent/guardian set up your account before the program.

Beginning Chapters Book Club

September 6 – December 6, 2023
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 7-9
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Lora LoBianco
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Do you like Magic Tree House, Junie B. Jones and Nate the Great books? If so, this book club is for you. This club is for 1st-3rd graders. We will talk about the book and then participate in an enjoyable activity or craft. Register at the Children's Help Desk and pick up your copy of the book.

Skate with Santa

December 9 – December 9, 2023
Start Time 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.PM
RSVP By December 9, 2023
Location ImOn Arena 1800 Admiral Sheehy Drive Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Elementary Students
Cost Admission for children under 12 is $5 & skate rental is $3; Adult admission $9 & skate rental $3; craft activities & hot chocolate for kids are FREE!
Organization DRA/Q Casino
Contact Diana Schulz
Phone (563) 585-3000
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Additional Information
Please join us at ImOnArena to Skate with Santa. Free craft activities in the Community Room & Free Hot Chocolate for the kids. Regular admission & skate rental fees apply.

Reading with Rover

September 9, 2023
Start Time 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For All ages
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Read or listen to a story with some furry friends in the first-floor program room. Do not bring your own pet; we provide kid-friendly dogs each month. Registration not required.

L&MOP Lollipops & Music for Our Preschoolers

October 14 – December 9, 2023
Start Time 10 a.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Preschoolers
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
The L.&M.O.P. concert series is for preschool children and their families. Children will leave each concert with a greater appreciation of music and a lollipop to enjoy! The Northeast Iowa School of Music sponsors this series. An adult must accompany children. No registration required.

Meet the Maker: Edwin Binney, Crayon Maker

December 11, 2023
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52002
Event For Ages 6-10
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Bailey Keimig-Gehrke
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Explore exciting artists, inventors, and other makers in this program series that encourages kids to try out new ways to create, learn, and express themselves. For ages 6 to 10. Registration is required.

Learning Adventures with Julie

September 13 – December 13, 2023
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 7-10
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Lora LoBianco
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Are you interested ingoing on an adventure? Join us for a deep dive into a fascinating topic each month.

Minecraft Mania

September 19 – December 13, 2023
Start Time 5:30 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 7-14
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Information Technology
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Whether or not you’re a Minecraft whiz, sign up for this game-playing night to test your skills and build away!

Elementary Holiday Dribbling Club Camp

December 27 – December 29, 2023
Start Time 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
RSVP By December 15, 2023
Location Hempstead High School- Moody Gym
Event For Elementary Age Girls
Cost 25$
Organization Hempstead Women's Basketball
Contact Ryan Rush
Phone (507) 217-2054
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Additional Information
In this camp for ladies in grades 1-5 the coaches and players will focus on an essential skill for basketball - dribbling! Campers will be doing different dribbling skills and will practice and then perform a dribbling routine at a Hempstead home basketball game! rrush@dbqschools.org

Family Book Bingo

September 16 – December 16, 2023
Start Time 2 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Family
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Grab your family and try your luck at book bingo! We have great hardcover and paperback book prizes for kids.

BEAM Projector Open Play

September 16 – December 16, 2023
Start Time 12:30 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Family
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Bring the whole family to discover gaming on a new level: the floor!

LEGO Challenge

September 16 – December 16, 2023
Start Time 10 a.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 4-12
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Calling all LEGO® fans! Come to the library to build, create, and have fun. The library provides the LEGOs®, and you provide the know-how! Donations of LEGOs® are appreciated. LEGO® creations will be exhibited in the library. The program will be held in the Aigler Auditorium on the 3rd floor.

Winter Break Day Camp – Winter in the Wild

December 26, 2023
Start Time 9 a.m.-4p.m.
RSVP By December 19, 2023
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
What evidence of wildlife do you see out the window? Tracks in the snow? Birds in the trees? Squirrels at the feeder? Many species have amazing abilities, which include adaptations, to survive the cold. Together, let's discover secrets to wildlife winter survival.

NMRMA Winter Break Camp – Winter in the Wild

December 26, 2023
Start Time 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
RSVP By December 19, 2023
Location The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For K - 5th
Cost $60 (NMRMA Members - $50), FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
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Additional Information
What evidence of wildlife do you see out the window? Tracks in the snow? Birds in the trees? Squirrels at the feeder? Many species have amazing abilities, which include adaptations, to survive the cold. Together, let's discover secrets to wildlife winter survival.

Winter Break Day Camp – Animal Myths. What’s the Truth?

December 27, 2023
Start Time 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
RSVP By December 20, 2023
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Do opossums hang by their tails? Will touching a frog or toad give you warts? Are bats really blind? Join us as we answer these questions, explore additional wildlife myths, and discover the truth about our wild neighbors.

NMRMA Winter Break Camp – Animal Myths. What’s the Truth?

December 27, 2023
Start Time 9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m.
RSVP By December 20, 2023
Location The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For K – 5th
Cost $60 (NMRMA Members - $50), FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
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Additional Information
Do opossums hang by their tails? Will touching a frog or toad give you warts? Are bats really blind? Join us as we answer these questions, explore additional wildlife myths, and discover the truth about our wild neighbors.

Winter Break Day Camp – When I Grow Up

December 28, 2023
Start Time 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
RSVP By December 21, 2023
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
What did you look like at two years old? How will that change by the time you are a teenager? Let's come together to learn how animals and plants grow through their stages of life.

TCG (Trading Card Game) League

September 20 – December 20, 2023
Start Time 5:30 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 10-17
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
TCG League is a way for more advanced Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! players to get together and have fun. Each month we will focus on a particular trading card game. Bring your cards and enjoy a night of friendly competition. NEW PLAYERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!

Winter Break Day Camp – CSI-Wildlife Investigator

December 29, 2023
Start Time 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
RSVP By December 22, 2023
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Species are becoming endangered worldwide and the NMRMA is on the case. As a wildlife investigator, you will track their moves, find out what they eat, and watch the environment around them to understand why certain species are disappearing. Let's crack the case together!

Senior Rams Wrestling Club

November 27 – February 29, 2024
Start Time 6:30 p.m.,
Location 1800 Clark Drive
Event For Grade school and middle school students
Organization Dubuque Senior High School Wrestling
Contact Kenneth Cain
Phone (563) 580-3896
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Additional Information
This is a youth wrestling program open to boys and girls from kindergarten to 8th grade hosted by the coaches of the Dubuque Senior High School wrestling team.

NMRMA Winter Break Camp – When I Grow Up

December 28, 2023
Start Time 9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m.
RSVP By December 21, 2023
Location The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For K - 5th
Cost $60 (NMRMA Members - $50), FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
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Additional Information
What did you look like at two years old? How will that change by the time you are a teenager? Let’s come together to learn how animals and plants, grow through their stages of life.

Centrally Rooted Exploration Lab

August 23 – December 22, 2023
Start Time 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location Centrally Rooted, 2230 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA
Event For Elementary and Middle School Students
Cost Free
Organization Centrally Rooted
Contact Jill Klinebriel
Phone (563) 581-8667
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Additional Information
Express your creativity with our FREE music and art exploration spaces. 11 & under must be accompanied Adult staffed and supervised

Free Exploration Lab

October 2 – December 22, 2023
Start Time 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Location Centrally Rooted, 2230 Central Ave.
Event For All students
Cost Free
Organization Centrally Rooted
Contact Jill Klinebriel
Phone (563) 581-8667
Additional Information
Free exploration lab is open to students after school every day of the week from 3-6 PM. Students under the age of 11 must be supervised by a caregiver. Includes a Music Lab I which houses 5 digital keyboards/2 digital drum kits and an Art Lab featuring all different kinds of mixed media.

NMRMA Winter Break Camp – Wildlife Investigator

December 29, 2023
Start Time 9:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m.
RSVP By December 22, 2023
Location The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For K – 5th
Cost $60 (NMRMA Members - $50), FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
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Additional Information
Species are becoming endangered worldwide and the NMRMA is on the case. As a wildlife investigator, you will track their moves, find out what they eat, and watch the environment around them to understand why certain species are disappearing. Let’s crack the case together!

Shrinky Dink Jamboree

December 27, 2023
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 8-12
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Lora LoBianco
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Create your own Shrinky Dink designs and learn how to make them into a signature piece that you will take home. Registration Required.

LEGO Racecars

December 28, 2023
Start Time 1 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 7-12
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Emily Bartley
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Harness the science of speed with LEGO. Build a LEGO racecar and then test it out on a race track. Materials provided.

Beyond the Book Club

September 28 – December 28, 2023
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 9-12
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Read a new title each month and meet up for discussion and a activity related to the book. Register and pick up books at the Children’s Help Desk.

Grab and Go Activity Kits

September 1 – December 31, 2023
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Pre-school and school age students
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Youth Services
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Stop in every month for a fun, crafty activity for all ages! Grab & Go bags are ready for pick up on the first of every month at the Children's Help Desk.

Girl Scout Troops Forming near you.

October 23 – January 23, 2024
Start Time All Day
Location Camp Little Cloud 21700 Girl Scout Road Epworth, IA 52045
Event For Elementary Students
Cost Registration is 25$
Organization Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois
Contact Stacey Niesman
Phone (563) 583-9160
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Additional Information
Girl Scout Troops are looking for local girls to join in on the fun. You can choose to join a troop and begin new adventures or become a Juliette and do it on your own with your Caregiver. Make friends gain skills and have fun while doing it!

School’s Out Day Camp – Rollin’ on and Along the Mississippi River

January 15, 2024
Start Time 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
RSVP By January 8, 2024
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For All elementary schools
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
All aboard! From barges and dredge boats to trains, become a river boat captain and conductor in the same day. We will explore transportation on and along the Mississippi River.

School’s Out Day Camp – Sensational!

January 16, 2024
Start Time 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
RSVP By January 9, 2024
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Look! Listen! Sniff! Touch! Taste! How do your senses compare with other species in nature? We will discover senses certain wildlife rely on more than others. Get ready for a sensational day.

4th/5th Grade After School Volleyball

January 22 – February 15, 2024
Start Time Starting immediately at school dismissal and running for 90 minutes.
RSVP By January 12, 2024
Location Your child's elementary school gymnasium.
Event For 4th & 5th grade students
Cost $30/participant or Free if qualified.
Organization City of Dubuque Leisure Services Department
Contact Brian Feldott
Phone (563) 589-4316
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Additional Information
This volleyball program will meet for 90 minutes each practice, placing an emphasis on learning volleyball fundamentals, team concepts, sportsmanship, improved health/fitness, and FUN! Each school will receive 8 practices (2 practices per week). Canceled practices will not be rescheduled.

School’s Out Day Camp – What Did the Groundhog Say?

February 2, 2024
Start Time 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
RSVP By January 26, 2024
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
The groundhog may think he knows how to predict an early spring, but understanding weather and climate takes skill. You will learn the difference between the two, as well as, find out how wildlife adapts to survive in various temperatures and precipitation patterns.

School’s Out Day Camp – Choose your Museum Adventure

February 22, 2024
Start Time 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
RSVP By February 15, 2024
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
What would your role be? It takes many people to help run the museum. Would you step into the world of education or be responsible for the care of the many species that live here? You will learn about the important roles at the museum and see where you would best fit.

School’s Out Day Camp – We’re All in This Together- We’re All in This Together

February 23, 2024
Start Time 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
RSVP By February 16, 2024
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Huddle up! Flock, herd, pack, and school are examples of how species in nature work together. We will learn about these partnerships and why teamwork is important.

School’s Out Day Camp – What’s in your Watershed?

March 29, 2024
Start Time 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
RSVP By March 22, 2024
Location NMRMA 350 East 3rd St., Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For K-5th Students
Cost $60 ($50 for members) FULL SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE
Organization National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact Kaelyn Howe
Phone (563) 557-9545
Additional Information
What is that species? Where does that stream flow? Learn about what is living in your neighborhood, plus how you and others can impact locations miles away. Come find out what's in your watershed.

Dubuque Judo Club Registration

September 28 – May 1, 2024
Location University of Dubuque Stoltz Sport Center - 1050 McCormick Street
Event For All students K-12
Cost 1st three classes are free then $50 semester
Organization Dubuque Judo Club
Contact Jeff Lang
Phone (563) 599-8389
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Additional Information
Dubuque Judo Club Registration