Hempstead High School
4-H Flight Club
November 18 – November 18, 2025
Start Time
6:30 pm
Location
University of Dubuque Babka Flight Operations Center
Event For
4-12th grade students
Cost
$70, financial assistance available upon request
Organization
Dubuque County 4-H
Contact
Amanda Rau
Email
raua@iastate.edu
Phone
(563) 583-6496
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Additional Information
Flight Club will meet once a month Nov. -April at the University of Dubuque Babka Flight Operations Center on the 3rd or 4th Tuesday from 6-7:30 pm. Youth can expect a hands-on activity, short business meeting, and engaging wrap up activity.Study basic aerodynamic principles like drag, lift &thrust. 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. Join Dubuque County 4-H
September 23 – December 1, 2025
Start Time
On-Going
Location
Dubuque County Extension Office
Event For
Elementary, middle, and high school students
Cost
Free
Organization
Dubuque County Extension and Outreach
Contact
Kelsie Kinne
Email
kakinne@iastate.edu
Phone
(563) 583-6496
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Additional Information
Looking for a place where kids can learn new skills, make friends, and have fun? Join Dubuque County 4-H! Youth in grades K–12 can explore hands-on projects, community service, leadership opportunities, and more. From STEM and art to animals and cooking, there’s something for everyone in 4-H. 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. September-December Youth Art Classes
September 6 – December 13, 2025
Location
Bluff Strokes Art Center 1201 Locust St, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Grades 3-5, middle school, high school
Cost
Varies
Organization
Bluff Strokes Art Center
Contact
Rachel Daack
Phone
(563) 239-9377
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Additional Information
Monthly Saturday art classes for 3 age groups, grades 3-5, middle school, and high school. Meet other creative sorts, make art, and learn! Sun S.H.I.N.E. (Support Humans In Need of Encouragement) Squad
September 30 – December 16, 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
Phone
(563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Shine like the sun and make a difference at your library and in the community through art! Participants will work on a variety of volunteering projects while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming space for tweens/teens. Cello Rooted Private Lessons
September 29 – December 19, 2025
Location
Centrally Rooted, 2230 Central Avenue, Dubuque, IA
Event For
Elementary, Middle and High School Students
Organization
Centrally Rooted
Contact
Laci Hoffman or Dan McNamara
Email
info@centrallyrooted.com
Phone
(563) 500-7641
Additional Information
Sign your child up for Private Rooted Music Lessons. Weekly music lessons with opportunities for performance in the areas of voice, piano, guitar, bass, ukulele, saxophone, flute, trumpet, percussion, clarinet, song writing and now CELLO! 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. 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. Fall 2025 Program Guide
September 1 – December 31, 2025
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
All Ages
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Youth Services
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
Website
www.carnegiestout.org
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Additional Information
Our Fall and Winter 2025 Program Guide is here! Find all the details on storytimes, book clubs for all ages and special events happening from late August through the end of the year. FASST Winter Track Club
January 25 – February 21, 2026
Start Time
5:00p.m.
RSVP By
January 1, 2026
Location
University of Dubuque Chlapaty Recreation and Wellness Center | AY McDonald Indoor Track 150 McCormick St Ext, Dubuque, IA
Event For
Open to all school-aged children, grades K-12
Cost
$100-$125 depending on grade level
Organization
FASST
Contact
Melissa Gunnelson
Email
mgunnelson@dbq.edu
Phone
(563) 580-6066
Additional Information
Winter track club includes 4 practices on Sunday evenings (January 25 - February 15) and participation in track meet on Saturday, February 21. This is a great opportunity for students to be active during the winter months and learn about or further develop their skills. Iowa Reading Research Center Survey for Parents/Caregivers of K-6 Students
May 26 – December 31, 2025
Location
Virtual
Event For
Caregivers of students in Grades K-6
Cost
Free
Organization
Iowa Reading Research Center
Contact
Leah Zimmermann
Phone
(319) 335-5324
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Additional Information
The Iowa Reading Research Center (IRRC) invites parents and caregivers of K-6 students to complete a brief online survey. Survey results will help the IRRC understand and create resources related to parent/caregiver understanding and perceptions of literacy assessments and related supports.