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Summer Camp at Camp Bear Creek

June 15 – July 25, 2025
Location 9106 42nd Ave., Wyoming, IA 52362
Event For All school age kids (Grades K-12)
Cost Pricing is based on program and tier selected
Organization Camp Bear Creek
Contact Stacie Hoppman
Phone (563) 488-3893
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Additional Information
Come join us for summer camp at Camp Bear Creek! We offer over-night summer camp programs for all school age kids. Join us for a week or partial week and participate in activities like kayaking, archery, games, high ropes, zip lines, hiking, sling shots, worship, and more!

Crescent’s STEPPIN’ IT UP 3.1/1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

August 9, 2025
Start Time 08:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
RSVP By July 21, 2025
Location Crescent Community Health Center--1690 Elm Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Event For Dubuque Community families
Cost FREE
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Sarah Milner
Phone (563) 564-1017
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Additional Information
Join us for a day of health, wellness, and community spirit at the Crescent Health and Wellness Expo & 3.1 or 1 mile Walk/Run! We're thrilled to invite you to this exciting event as we strive to cultivate richness and diversity within our community. This FREE event is open to all!

Loras College Tennis Camps

July 28 – July 31, 2025
Start Time Skills Camp: 8-10:30 AM; High School Camp; 12-2:30 PM
RSVP By July 27, 2025
Location Loras College Tucker Tennis Courts - 1600 Cox Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Elementary and high school students
Cost $150
Organization Loras College
Contact Cam Long
Phone (563) 581-9948
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Additional Information
Loras Tennis Skills Camp teaches fundamentals to beginners. Campers learn the basics of tennis in a fun environment encouraging future participation. Loras Tennis High School Camp focuses on improving the playing ability of high schoolers. Campers focus on match strategies to enhance their game.

Emmaus University Summer Athletic Camps

June 9 – August 1, 2025
Start Time See event flyer for full details.
Location Emmaus University 2570 Asbury Rd. Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Elementary, middle school, and high school athletes.
Cost Cost varies by camp
Organization Emmaus University
Contact Hannah Richter
Phone (563) 588-8000
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Additional Information
Emmaus University is offering a range of athletic camps this summer! Come ready to grow skill and have fun in a faith based environment. Athletes from beginner to advanced are welcome!

Teen Theater Intensive Camp for ages 13-18

July 28 – August 1, 2025
Location Galena Center for the Arts, 971 Gear St, Galena IL
Event For ages 13-18
Cost $125, scholarships available
Organization Galena Center for the Arts
Contact Kathleen Hoeper
Phone (815) 402-3111
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Additional Information
Students ages 13-18 will learn--and perform on Friday--a radio show at the Galena Center for the Arts! Perform sound effects, disappear into different characters, and get the feel of an actual radio show at the Center, culminating with a performance of the show at 3:00 p.m., on Friday, August 1

Sports Physical Day

August 4, 2025
Start Time 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For Students playing sports
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Megan Feldpausch
Phone (563) 690-2402
Website crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Before the practices begin and the games kick off, make sure your child is ready to play with an up-to-date sports physical from Crescent Community Health Center! No Appointment Needed Walk-ins Welcome

Y(OUR) STORY – Parks and Recreation Department Master Plan

April 1 – August 6, 2025
Location Various
Event For All Community Members
Cost Free
Organization City of Dubuque
Contact Dan Kroger
Phone (563) 589-4310
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Additional Information
Public Input Opportunity for the City of Dubuque's 1st Parks & Recreation Department Comprehensive Master Plan.

Summer Reading Program

June 2 – August 9, 2025
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
Level up at the library this summer! Join us for a variety of free programs for all ages and sign up for the Summer Reading Program. The concept is simple (and fun!): read books to earn prizes. Kids ages 0 – 17 can sign up at the Children’s Help Desk or online at carnegiestout.org beginning June 2nd

High School Esports League Open Arena

June 18 – August 20, 2025
Start Time 5p.m. - 7p.m.
Location DBQ Esports League 3220 Dodge Suite 109
Event For High School Studets
Cost Free
Organization Dubuque Esports League
Contact Susie Quinn
Phone (563) 590-9169
Additional Information
Esports Season prep! 🎮 Join us for High School Open Arena on June 18th, July 9th & 16th, and August 6th, 13th & 20th, 5-7pm. Learn more about the upcoming season!

Sports Physicals

April 2 – August 31, 2025
Location Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For Student Athletes
Cost Sliding fee payment or insurance accepted
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Megan Feldpausch
Phone (563) 690-2950
Website crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Before the practices begin and the games kick off, make sure your child is ready to play with an up-to-date sports physical from Crescent Community Health Center! Don’t wait until the last minute—appointments fill up fast in late summer!

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.