Jefferson Middle School

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.

Dubuque Esports Clubs

December 4 – January 22, 2023
RSVP By December 3, 2023
Location Dubuque Esports League, 3220 Dodge Street, Suite 109, Dubuque, IA 52003
Event For Middle Schools and High Schools
Cost $18 monthly $199 annual
Organization Dubuque Esports League
Contact Jaylee Keller
Phone (563) 241-5690
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Additional Information
Our clubs allow you to make new friends, play with others who enjoy the same game, level up your in-game skills, gain team building and leadership skills, explore STEM learning opportunities, discover careers, play on high-powered gaming equipment and be part of an inclusive, safe gaming community!

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.

Swiftie Night @ Carnegie-Stout

December 7, 2023
Start Time 5 p.m.
Location 360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Ages 13+
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Are you ready for it? Calling all Swifties! Don't miss this chance to be "Enchanted" at a Taylor Swift celebration like no other. Dress up in your favorite Taylor Swift era and join other fans for activities inspired by her iconic music. Let's dance like we're "22" and make memories that will last "

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.

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!

Holiday Hoops Middle School Camp

December 27 – December 29, 2023
Start Time 10:00-11:00 a.m.
RSVP By December 15, 2023
Location Hempstead High School- Moody Gym
Event For Middle School Students
Cost 25$
Organization Hempstead Women's Basketball
Contact Ryan Rush
Phone (507) 217-2054
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Additional Information
Come and learn important basketball skills from the Hempstead girls basketball coaching staff and players. We will focus on a different, vital skill needed to be successful in high school basketball. Wednesday - Ball Handling Thursday - Finishing Friday - Shooting Come, have fun, and learn an

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.

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!

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.

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.

TAG: Teen Hangout

October 31 – December 26, 2023
Start Time 4 p.m.
Location Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Event For Ages 12-18
Cost Free
Organization Carnegie Stout Public Library
Contact Haidee Cardoso
Phone (563) 589-4225
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Additional Information
Games, crafts, and more! Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens.

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.

Multicultural Family Center Teen Programs

September 1, 2023
Location 1157 Central Ave
Event For All Middle and High School Students
Cost FREE
Organization Multicultural Family Center
Contact Courtney Podczerwinski
Phone (563) 690-6126
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Additional Information
Check out all of the FREE programming the Multicultural Family Center (MFC) is offering this fall for all Middle and High School students! The MFC encourages teens to try new things and interact in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment that promotes diversity and equity.

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

Free Tutoring

October 2 – May 31, 2023
Start Time 3:00-5:00pm
Location 1157 Central Ave, Dubuque IA 52001
Event For Middle and High School Students
Cost FREE
Organization Multicultural Family Cener
Contact Bailey Galle
Phone (563) 582-3681
Website www.mfcdbq.org
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Additional Information
Tutoring in all subjects available to grades 6-12 Middle School- Monday & Wednesday from 3:30-5 High School- Tuesday & Thursday from 3:30-5