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.
Mustang Girls Basketball Presents- “Little Dribblers Holiday Camp”
December 29 – December 31, 2025
Start Time
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
RSVP By
December 12, 2025
Location
Hempstead High School
Event For
Grades K-2 Students
Cost
$35
Organization
Hempstead Girls Basketball Program
Contact
Ryan Rush
Email
rrush@dbqschools.org
Phone
(507) 217-2054
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Additional Information
Does your daughter want to be introduced to basketball skills such as dribbling and shooting ina fun environment? Bring your Kindergarten through 2nd Grade daughter to our holiday basketball camp December 29, 30, 31 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at Hempstead High School! More information on the flyer Hawkeye Haiku Writing Contest
November 3 – November 14, 2025
Location
Virtual
Event For
Students Grades 3-12
Cost
Free
Organization
University of Iowa Center for Advancement
Contact
Tegan Donahue
Email
write.now@foriowa.org
Phone
(319) 467-3393
Website
foriowa.org/write-now
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Additional Information
Join the University of Iowa Alumni and Friends Hawkeye Haiku Contest—free to enter and open to Grades 3–12! This year’s theme celebrates the Iowa Memorial Union’s 100th anniversary. Write your own 5–7–5 haiku and share your creativity for a chance to win fabulous prizes! Junior State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa (JSSTFI)
November 19, 2025
RSVP By
November 1, 2025
Location
The National Mississippi River Museum
Event For
Elementary Students, grades 3-5
Cost
$10
Organization
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Contact
Kelsie Kinne
Email
kakinne@iastate.edu
Phone
(563) 583-6496
Website
https://sstfi.org/
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Additional Information
The Junior State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa (JSSTFI) is an exciting annual event where students in grades 3-5 get the chance to showcase their creativity, scientific thinking, and technology projects. It’s an incredible platform for young minds to present their research, connect with like Clarke’s Academic Highlight Days
October 25 – November 14, 2025
Start Time
10:00a.m.-1:00p.m.
Location
Clarke University, 1550 Clarke Drive, Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Event For
Junior/Senior High School students
Cost
Free
Organization
Clarke University Admissions Office
Contact
Nicole Schaefer
Email
visit@clarke.edu
Phone
(563) 588-6316
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Additional Information
Explore your degree options with Clarke's Academic Highlight Days! October 25 will focus on Health, Natural & Social Science programs. November 14 will focus on Business, Communication & Fine Arts programs. Each session includes sample classes, free lunch and an optional campus tour. Loras College Softball Skills Camp
November 9 – November 9, 2025
Start Time
Grade 3-7: 10a.m.-12p.m. Grades 8a.m.-12p.m.: 1:00p.m.-3:00p.m.
RSVP By
November 1, 2025
Location
Graber Sports Center, Cox Street
Event For
Grades 3-12
Cost
$40.00
Organization
Loras College Softball
Contact
Ashley Winter
Email
ashley.winter@loras.edu
Phone
(563) 588-7159
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Additional Information
Camp: Loras College Softball Skills Camp Ages: 3-12 Date: Sunday, November 9th Time: 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. ages 3-7, 1:00p.m.-3:00pm Ages 8-12 Cost: $40 Location: Loras College, Graber Sports Center Camp Contact: ashley.winter@loras.edu 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. 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! Ice Skating Classes
November 1 – December 13, 2025
Start Time
8:30 a.m.
RSVP By
October 31, 2025
Location
ImOn Arena 1800 Admiral Sheehy Dr, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
All Dubuque Community schools Preschool- High School
Cost
$83.00
Organization
Dubuque Learn to Skate
Contact
Rebecca A Menzynski
Email
dbqskating@gmail.com
Phone
(563) 275-6576
Website
dbqskating.org
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Additional Information
Whether your skater is looking for a future in hockey, figure skating, or is just interested in skating recreationally, then Dubuque Learn to Skate is the right place to get started. Come watch your skater build confidence, discipline, and courage as they glide through the levels of our professional 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. 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.