Julien's Journal May 2024 Issue

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Julien’s Journal

Volume 49, Number 5

MAY 2024

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PUBLISHER’S NOTE

While the month of April brings a slow, but gradual warm up, the month of May offers some of the nicest weather of the year for Dubuque. The days are consistently warm, but rarely offer the excessive heat and humidity of the summer months. If you don’t mind the occasional thunderstorm, May is about as good as it gets in Dubuque. So, get a lawn chair, one of your favorite beverages a enjoy some time sitting on your deck while you read this issue of Julien’s Journal.

Inside this issue

Medical Associates Celebrates 100 Years in Dubuque – For five generations, Medical Associates has been tending to the health needs of tri-state residents and is in a strong position to treat generations in the future. Iowa’s oldest multi-specialty group practice is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and has successfully weathered healthcare’s many challenges to remain the leading provider of care in the area. Learn more about them on page 20.

Dubuque County Parks, Northeast Iowa’s Treasure – Dubuque County Parks, spread over 2,673 acres of northeast Iowa’s scenic landscape, are ready to welcome visitors who enjoy spending time in outdoor fun. The parks, trails, and water features offer a wide variety of summer activities including overnight camping, picnicking, hiking, swimming, biking, kayaking, and much more. Read more on page 24.

Why Work with a Financial Advisor? Perspective from One – Financial advisors are committed to helping individuals and families set and reach their financial goals. Advisors provide value beyond investment strategies and financial advice; they are there to help clients feel more financially confident for the expected and unexpected moments of life. Learn about the ways one can help you on page 27.

Versus 2.0 Restaurant Review – Versus 2.0’s newly established brick-and-mortar restaurant mirrors the essence of owners Lucas and Liberty Miller - a fusion of Southeastern Asian influences with touches of Midwestern sensibility wrapped up in a rich package of bold, global flavors, shared laughter, and genuine affection. Read about them on page 35.

Sips & Tips – TeamWine goes international this month and reviews a little-known white wine from Dealu Mare, Romania and a Bordeaux Superieur from Bordeaux, France. Learn about these wines on page 37.

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May Events

Storywalk

May 1-31

7 AM-Dusk @ Dubuque Arboretum

This month’s Storywalk is Like a Dandelion by Huy Voun Lee located on the Legacy Tree Trail. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/ Events-Calendar.

The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums Tour Season

Wednesdays through Sundays, May 1 through October 31

10 AM-5 PM @ The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums (Platteville, WI)

Explore fascinating exhibits interpreting the nature, culture, and history of the region. Enjoy self-guided tours of museum galleries and grounds, and guided tours including: a one-hour guided mine tour of the underground Bevans lead-zinc mine and a ride the outdoor mine train (weather permitting), driftless walking tours, private guided mine tours, group tours, and school field trip group tours. Shop for rock and mineral specimens and gifts related to regional history in the museum store. Visit Mining.Jamison.Museum.

Photograph Collection at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum

Wednesdays through Sundays, May 1 through June 16 @ Dubuque Museum of Art, 701 Locust St.

Explore the cultural history of America through the lens of baseball’s greatest photographers. This landmark exhibition arrives from the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY. Photographs span the years 1866 to 2012 and reflect some of the most memorable moments in baseball and American history. Highlights include Babe Ruth, Roberto Clemente, Ty Cobb, Jackie Robinson, Shoeless Joe Jackson, Lou Gehrig, Dorothy Kovalchick, and Yogi Berra. Visit DbqArt.org.

Yarn Spinners

Wednesday, May 1

6-7 PM @ Dubuque County LibraryAsbury (Asbury, IA)

Calling all handicrafters. Bring your crochet hooks and knitting needles for an evening of crafting and conversation at the library. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

Dubuque Area Humanists Social Hour

Wednesday, May 1,6 PM

@ Backpocket Dubuque, 333 E. 10th St. Enjoy a craft beer and join the Dubuque Area Humanists for lively, informed discussions centered around values, philosophy, and life experiences. Admission is free. Visit Facebook.com/DubuqueAreaHumanists.

Beginner Crochet

Thursday, May 2, 4-5 PM @ Dubuque County Library-Asbury (Asbury, IA)

Join them for an introductory lesson on beginning crochet stitches. Yarn and hooks provided. Teens and adults welcome. RSVP recommended, drop-ins welcome. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

Mac and Cheese Fest

Thursday, May 2

5-8 PM @ Grand River Center

Look for more of the same decadent cheesy goodness you’ve come to expect from this food-coma generating event. More than 20 area chefs are bringing their A-game to the competition, plus live music, drinks, and more. Visit Facebook MacAndCheeseFestDbq

East Dubuque Cruisin’ Thursdays

Thursdays, May 2 through September

5-9 PM @ Sinsinawa Avenue (East Dubuque, IL)

Open to all years, makes, and models of classic, muscle, and unique cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Great food, closed street, open containers, and live music. Visit Facebook. com/EastDubuqueCarShow.

Workshop: Mossy Tree Wreath

Thursday, May 2

6-8 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Join us at the Heinemann Visitor Center. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/ Events-Calendar.

Vintage Torque Fest

Friday & Saturday, May 3-4

@ Dubuque County Fairgrounds

A weekend of hot rods, motorcycles, music, and more. Celebrating a range of hot rod culture, Vintage Torque Fest also features a swap meet, a model car contest, hot laps and races, hotrod-themed art and vendors, and a contest for pinup girls. Visit VintageTorqueFest.com.

First Fridays

Friday, May 3

@ Varied Locations Dubuque

Noon–8 PM @ Stone, Noon - 11 PM

Stoned Art Studio & Gallery (1800 Central Ave)

Noon–7 PM @ Widdershins Gallery (2204 Central Ave)

4:30–7:30 PM @ Outside the Lines Art Gallery (1101 Main St)

5:30 PM @ Voices Studios (1585 Central Ave)

5:30–7:30 PM @ Carnegie-Stout Public Library (360 W 11th St)

6–8 PM @ Planted. (245 W 1st St)

7–11 PM @ Smokestack (62 E 7th St)

Downtown Dubuque’s free monthly art series, celebrating Dubuque’s great visual arts scene. Visit all of the locations.

Dubuque Farmers’ Market

Saturdays through September

7 AM-12 PM @ 11th to 13th Streets and Iowa Street

Iowa’s oldest farmers’ market offers a variety of local goods and on-site prepared foods. Market Money tokens allow you to shop at all vendors if you don’t have cash. Rain or shine. Visit DubuqueFarmersMarket.org.

First Friday/Sequel Saturday

Friday, May 3, 4:30-7:30 PM

Saturday, May 4, 9:30-11:30 AM @ Outside the Lines Art Gallery, 1101 Main St.

See Berwyn, IL, artist Patrice Murtha, who will be demonstrating her slip-casting technique. Light refreshments will be offered. Admission is free. For more information, email otlag@aol.com.

June 2 through August 25

Sundays 6:30-8:30 PM

Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

Bring a lawn chair along with your favorite appetizers to Packard Pavilion Amphitheater on Sunday afternoons from 6:30-8:30 PM. Enjoy a variety of music in a beautiful backdrop at this free summer concert series.

Presented by The Dubuque Arts Council and Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardnes along with their sponsors.

MUSIC GARDENS in the

PRESENTED BY THE DUBUQUE ARBORETUM AND BOTANICAL GARDENS

Starting the Music in the Gardens summer series, the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens and sponsors bring a variety of genres for everyone to enjoy! Their concerts bookend the summer with concerts on June 2 and June 9, then closing the summer with August 4-August 25. We hope you will sit back and enjoy!

Sunday, June 2

WHISKEY ROAD: From Chicago, Whiskey Road combines the best Classic + Southern + Country Rock. Their unique blend of “Crossroads” rock adds a special blend of vocal harmonies and musical prowess to create a truly special and entertaining set of music. The band prides itself on mixing arena style rock with current and classic country hits!! With 3 lead vocalists and some of Chicago’s finest musicians, Whiskey Road covers crowd pleasing hits from Journey, Rascal Flatts, The Eagles, Miranda Lambert, Aerosmith, Carrie Underwood, and Lynyrd Skynyrd just to name a few.

Sunday, June 9

ELTON JEFF & THE HONKY CATS: This musical celebration spanning over six decades, features a review of Elton John’s chart-topping favorites that have been embraced by multiple generations. Enjoy their combination of brass, piano, guitar and vocals featuring the heaviest hitters from the Elton John catalog. Elton John fans both young and old will genuinely enjoy this musical tribute and keep you “hoppin’ & boppin’ where your feet just can’t keep still!“

PRESENTED BY THE DUBUQUE ARTS COUNCIL

The Dubuque Arts Council will kick off their concerts on June 16 and run through August 27. Their partnership with Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens provides outstanding performances with a beautiful backdrop, making this free summer concert series a must attend event every Sunday for more than 30 years.

Sunday, June 16

HUNTER FUERSTE & THE AMERICAN VINTAGE ORCHESTRA: Presenting an authentic musical recreation of the Big Band era, the show features hits of Glenn Miller, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Bennie Goodman, Harry James, Count Basie, and more. In addition to a 14-piece big band, the program features soloists and a harmonized vocal group.

Sunday, June 23

LUKE VIERTEL + AMY FRIEDL STONER WITH SKYLINE BAND: Dubuque native Luke Viertel returns, joined by regional cabaret star Amy Friedl Stoner and their all-star band, SKYLINE. They will present musical favorites from the 60’s through today, including hits from their previous performances (Tapestry: The Music of Carole King and Go Your Own Way: The Music of Fleetwood Mac) and many more!

The band has gone on to sell over 100 million albums and chart numerous #1 hits, culminating in their 1998 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Sunday, June 30

DUBUQUE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: This casual, family-friendly concert features a range of musical styles including popular light classical works, movie soundtracks, and patriotic pieces. Arrive by 5:15 to catch the Youth Summer String Camp’s final performance.

Music in the Gardens will kick off on June 2 and run through August 25. Bring a lawn chair along with your favorite appetizers to Packard Pavilion Amphitheater every Sunday afternoon from 6:30-8:30 PM. Enjoy a variety of music in a beautiful backdrop for this free summer concert series. It is a must attend event every Sunday.

“Celebrating our 55th anniversary, I’m pleased to announce one of our very best Music In The Gardens summer concert series,” said Dave Grable, Chair of the Arboretum Program Committee for the Dubuque Arts Council. “Again this summer, we are leading off our series on Father’s Day with Hunter Fuerste and his American Vintage Orchestra, followed by season favorites The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra, Luke Viertel and Amy Stoner and Secrets. All are performing your favorite music from the Big Band era to hits from the 60’s and 70’s.”

“New this year, we are were very fortunate to bring Nashville’s ever popular Beach Boys tribute band Sail On. Also, out of the Quad Cities, we’ll have one of Dubuque’s favorite bands 10 of Soul. Closing our season will be a crowd favorite, The Kids From Wisconsin. All in all, this promises to be one of our biggest and best summer concert series.”

Grable concludes, “Our successes are attributed to the support of our sponsors, and the generosity of our wonderful patrons. We’re looking forward to seeing you Sunday evenings in June and July for these totally free concerts!”

Sunday, July 7

SECRETS: Performing a wide variety of hits from the 60s + 70s + 80s including rock and roll, country, and rhythm and blues. The Secrets are a regional favorite with a playlist that everyone will dance and sing along to.

Sunday, July 14

SAIL ON: BEACH BOYS TRIBUTE: This high-energy band will hit the ground running bringing the music of the Beach Boys just the way they would have done it. Sail On plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus some treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog, recreating the soundtrack to an Endless Summer completely live and in rich detail.

Sunday, July 21

10 OF SOUL: This high-energy 11-piece band brings to the stage a dynamic range of classic soul, funk, and pop. Featuring FOUR versatile vocalists, a tight rhythm section, and a four-piece horn section, this band has made it their sole (or SOUL) mission to entertain their audiences to the fullest.

Sunday, July 28

KIDS FROM WISCONSIN: Widely recognized for their versatile talents and groundbreaking performances, these icons impacted the music industry and pop culture into another stratosphere. The 56th Kids From Wisconsin troupe showcase these “larger than life” performing artists in their highly energized and highly anticipated 2024 summer production. Featured are historic bands and orchestras that have sold out world stadiums, kings and queens from rock to pop, legendary Broadway stars and classic entertainers that will live forever on the stage and screen.

Experience the extraordinary talent of Wisconsin’s most accomplished youth, aged 15 to 20, as they take the stage in a high-energy, two-hour performance featuring 22 singer/dancers and a 14-piece stage band.

Wrapping up their summer concert schedule, the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens steps in to entertain you with the final four performances.

Sunday, August 4

OCEAN’S RAT PACK: Ocean’s Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of Dean Martin by Tony Ocean, Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella and Sammy Davis Jr. performed by Elliot Wimbush. Ocean’s Rat Pack brings the audience back in time when Vegas and Hollywood was king. Delight in their authentic performances that bring to life the vibe of the Rat Pack era and proving that these classics will never go out of style, but rather create new fans of the legendary performers.

Sunday, August 11

FORTUNATE SONS: Based in Chicago, the band tours nationally and internationally to keep the tradition of CCR’s timeless music alive. Using original vintage gear and instruments, accurate costumes, and spot-on musical ability, The Fortunate Sons instantly conjure up the full experience of seeing Creedence in their prime.

Sunday, August 18

ANTHEM’S GRAND ILLUSION: A tribute to the Music of Styx, also performing all the hits of REO, Bon Jovi, Journey, Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith and more. Enjoy songs from their Styx classic catalog plus much more.

Sunday, August 25

JONNY LYONS & THE PRIDE: Combining Influences of Rock and Roll, Country, Blues, Soul, Surf, and Rockabilly, Jonny Lyons celebrates a musical style that will take you on a journey back in time to the golden era of music and showmanship! Jonny writes his own music drawing on the energetic style of 50’s and 60’s sock hops and the soulful sounds of 60’s and 70’s R&B and Motown, with show stopping vocals, tight harmonies, a ripping sax, and swinging grooves.

The Music of the Eagles

Saturday, May 18 @ 7 PM

From the powerful guitar duel in “Hotel California” to the shimmering harmonies of “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” Heartache Tonight delivers a true Eagles concert experience, with meticulous attention to every detail. All vocal harmonies and guitar parts are faithful to the originals and performed live. Just hit song after hit song from talented musicians with perfection and passion. Enjoy the soaring a-capella harmonies of “Seven Bridges Road,” the snarling guitars of “Life in The Fast Lane,” the anthemic country rock of “Take It Easy,” and the beautifully evocative “Heart or The Matter.”

Close our eyes and you’ll swear you’re hearing the real thing.

Ride the Ups & Downs

Saturday, May 4

7 AM-3 PM @ 950 US RT 20 West (Elizabeth, IL)

The G.O.A.T.S. Cycling Club of Galena is hosting the annual Ride the Ups & Downs event. This bicycle ride is a one-day tour of beautiful Jo Daviess County, IL, that features hilly terrain, spectacular ridge top panoramas, and long valley views. Choose one of three clearly marked routes on rolling, low traffic, paved roads throughout our rural setting: 32 miles (50 km), 52 miles (84 km), and 63 miles (100 km). Rain or shine.

Registration: $35. Visit Facebook.com/ RidetheUpsandDowns.

Platteville Summer Farmer’s Market

Saturdays through October

8 AM-12 PM @ Platteville City Park, 75 N. Bonson St. (Platteville, WI)

Find everything from delicious vegetables to a variety of flowers, great gift items to canned preserves, and just about everything in between. All the products you’ll find are locally grown, harvested, or handmade by local vendors. Visit PlattevilleFarmersMarketWI.com.

Big Bird Day

Saturday, May 4

Scan for more information and to purchase tickets!

All day @ 8384 N. Broadway Rd. (Apple River, IL)

We will be trying to see as many bird species as possible on the property. The public is invited to join us. Admission is free. For more information, email AppleCreek@juno.com.

Dubuque Area HeartWalk

Saturday, May 4

8-11 AM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Join the American Heart Association in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/ Events-Calendar.

Beginning Blacksmithing

Saturday, May 4

9 AM-4 PM @ Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts, 18 Shake Rag St. (Mineral Point, WI)

Learn the basics of lighting and tending the coal fire in the forge; handling hammers, tongs, and anvil; and working metal. Spend the morning learning how to draw and form steel to make a simple hook. In the afternoon, students learn additional skills while making a heart-shaped wall hook. We will be using mild steel for the projects. Visit ShakeRagAlley.org.

Elizabeth Spring Fling

Saturday, May 4

9 AM-8 PM @ 200 E. Myrtle St. (Elizabeth, IL)

Get ready to welcome spring in style in Elizabeth. The town is buzzing with excitement as Main Street businesses offer sales and special deals to celebrate the season. Kids will be delighted by the bounce houses and petting zoo at the fire department open house, while sports enthusiasts can catch softball and baseball tournaments at Terrapin Park. Admission is free. Visit VisitGalena.org.

Spring Community Free Day

Saturday, May 4

10 AM-5 PM @ The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museum (Platteville, WI)

To thank the citizens of Platteville for their support since 1964, The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums presents Community Free Day. Museum admission, including a guided mine tour and train ride (weather permitting), will be free to Platteville residents with proof of residency. Admission is free, reservations recommended. Visit Mining.Jamison.Museum.

Star Wars Day Party

Saturday, May 4

10:30-11:30 AM @ Dubuque County Library-Epworth (Epworth, Iowa)

May the Fourth Be with You! Celebrate everything Star Wars with crafts, snacks, and activities. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

Star Wars Day Party

Saturday, May 4

1:30-2:30 PM @ Dubuque County Library-Asbury (Asbury, IA)

May the Fourth Be with You! Celebrate everything Star Wars with crafts, snacks, and activities. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

Kentucky Derby Viewing Party

Saturday, May 4

4-9 PM @ Shenandoah Riding Center, 200 N. Brodrecht Rd. (Galena, IL)

Wear your best derby attire and watch the most exciting race of the year. Indulge in complimentary appetizers, sip on refreshing mint juleps from the cash bar, and delight in the pageantry of the event’s Parade of Horses, courtesy of the Shenandoah boarding and trail community. Ages 21+. Admission: $20$25. Visit ShenandoahRidingCenter.com.

Stargazing in The Galena Territory

Saturday, May 4

8-10 PM @ The Galena Territory Association Owners’ Club parking lot, 2000 Territory Dr. (Galena, IL)

Enjoy an unforgettable evening under the stars. Whether you’re a seasoned stargazer or a curious beginner, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about the constellations, stars, and fascinating stories behind them from experienced professional and amateur astronomers. This event is weather dependent. Admission is free. Visit TheGalenaTerritory.com.

Gathering in the Gardens

Sunday, May 5

10 AM-12 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum, Packard Pavilion

Tulip flower bar by Rech Family Gardens Flowers, breakfast by Convivium Urban Farmstead, and more. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/Events-Calendar.

Early Explorers: Gar

Tuesday, May 7

10-11 AM @ National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

Programs include a variety of hands-on and active activities, including a craft and a game. Admission for members, $8 per toddler; non-members, $10 per toddler; non-member rate plus adult admission, $20. Ages 2-5 with parent/caregiver. RSVP suggested. Visit RiverMuseum.org.

Smartphone Photography

Wednesday, May 8

6-7 PM @ Dubuque County LibraryAsbury (Asbury, IA)

Join DCLD’s librarian Lydia Sigwarth to learn tips and tricks for optimizing your smartphone photography. RSVP recommended, drop-ins welcome. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

Everything Comes from Planet Earth

Thursday, May 9

6-7:30 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Presented by Jason Denlinger at the Heinemann Visitor Center. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/Events-Calendar.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Toastmasters Speakeasy Club

Wednesday, May 8, 22 & 29

6:30-7:45 PM @ Dubuque County Library-Asbury (Asbury, IA) & Online

Develop your public speaking and leadership skills. This safe and fun environment will help you become a more skilled and confident speaker. Each meeting will have a few prepared speeches, time to practice your ability to think on your feet with short, improvised speeches, and feedback to guide growth. Meetings on fifth Wednesdays will be held online. Admission is free. Visit Facebook.com/ToastmastersSpeakeasyClub.

Document Organization

Thursday, May 9

6-7 PM @ Dubuque County LibraryAsbury (Asbury, IA)

Daily mail, bills, subscriptions, proof of identity, ownership, legal, financial and tax documents, electronic documents; the list seems endless and overwhelming. Join professional organizer Jessi Bushman as she shares methods and ideas to create both a short-term filing system and a long-term accessible system for storing documents. RSVP. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue

Thursday, May 9 7:30 PM @ Five Flags Theater

The Golden Girls are back and better than ever with a brand-new stage show that’s more exciting than a trip to the Rusty Anchor. Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue brings Miami’s sassiest seniors to stages around the country for one more hurrah. We find Sophia out on bail after being busted by the DEA for running a drug ring for retirees. Blanche and Rose have founded CreakN, a thriving sex app for seniors. And Dorothy is trying to hold it all together with help from a new (much) younger sex-crazed lover. Admission: $32+. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.

Ornery Mule Mountain Challenge

Friday, May 10, 5-8 PM @ Chestnut Mountain Resort (Galena, IL)

This is Illinois’ Toughest Mile - ultra short and ultra tough! The approximately 1.5mile course takes you all the way to the bottom of Chestnut Mountain ski hills, alongside the mighty Mississippi River, and then back up to the top of Chestnut Mountain. Visit GalenaSkyTrailRace.com.

Loras College Legacy Ball

Friday, May 10

6 PM @ Marie Graber Ballroom, Loras College, 1450 Alta Vista St.

President Jim Collins and the Loras College Board of Regents announce the 2024 Legacy Ball with cocktail hour, dinner, and live auction. The Annual Loras Legacy Ball scholarship fundraising event in the spring generously impacts student success. Join us for what promises to be an eventful evening. Admission: $150. Visit Loras.edu/ Legacy-Ball.

Bored Teachers

Friday, May 10

7:30 PM @ Five Flags Theater

More than ever, teachers need an outlet to decompress and laugh off the stress from the school year. Bored Teachers presents the funniest teacher-comedians in the world all on one stage. See their hilarious skits about the life of teachers inside and outside of the classroom. Admission: $36-$66. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.

Audubon Annual Spring Species Count

Saturday, May 11 @ Dubuque Audubon Society

Enjoy an annual fun day of birding. You’re welcome to spend as much or as little time as you like. Meet up for a potluck picnic at the end of the day. As we move between locations, you can carpool with leaders or drive separately, depending on space and preference. Check our site for details on our starting locations and picnic location. Visit AudubonDubuque.org/Events.

Galena Sky Trail Races

Saturday, May 11

8 AM-4 PM @ Chestnut Mountain Resort (Galena, IL)

This looped course brings you back to a jammin’ party every time. There will be music and a fun after-party with prizes. Show your moves and you just might win a prize. The 8-hour race starts at 8 AM and the 4-hour race starts at 12 PM. Admission: $125, includes one dinner per ticket. Visit GalenaSkyTrailRace.com.

Galena Sidewalk Sale

Saturday & Sunday, May 11-12

9:30 AM-4:30 PM @ Main Street (Galena, IL)

It’s a shopping spree on Main Street, Galena, IL. Browse through the sales taking place both on the street and inside the stores. Whether you’re in the market for new clothes, home decor, or just looking for a great deal, you’re sure to find something that catches your eye. Visit VisitGalena. org/Event.

Moriah the Medium

Saturday, May 11

7 PM @ Five Flags Theater

Join Moriah the Medium for live readings with the audience, communicating with your loved ones who have passed, and learn how you can communicate with them, too. Moriah The Medium is a former combat veteran of Desert Storm, published author, and has appeared on A&E and the Biography Channel’s Paranormal Cops. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.

Afternoon Tea: 100 Years of Fashion

Sunday, May 12

1-3 PM @ Mathias Ham Historic Site

Afternoon Tea events occur the second Sunday of each month during Spring. Each month will feature a different theme. Enjoy an assortment of finger sandwiches, treats, and a variety of teas or lemonade. Menus will vary by month. Members: $20, adults and $10, youth; non-members: $25, adults and $15, youth. Visit RiverMuseum.org.

Library Craft Club

Monday, May 13

6-7 PM @ Dubuque County LibraryAsbury (Asbury, IA)

Join us for this monthly crafting program. In May we’re making rope coasters. Ages 16+. Registration recommended; drop-ins welcome as supplies last. Visit DubCoLib. org/Event.

Cuba City Community Market

3rd Wednesdays from May 15 through September

4-7 PM @ 100 S. Washington St., Veteran’s Memorial Park (Cuba City, WI)

Featuring Vesperman Farms ice cream, homemade goods, meat, fresh produce, Sinsinawa baked goods, and arts and crafts. Super Hits 106 will be at each market for a live remote broadcast. Visit CubaCity.org/ Visit/Page/Community-Market.

Museum X: Curator Quiz Show

Wednesday, May 15

6-8 PM @ National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

Join curators from both realms for discussions, a game-show style quiz, and earn bonus points if you can “Stump the Curator.” Admission is free for members; non-members, $10. Visit RiverMuseum.org.Events.

Bees in the (Legacy) Trees

Thursday, May 16

6-7 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Presented by Belle Lensing at the Heinemann Visitor Center. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/Events-Calendar.

Static-X and SevenDust

Friday, May 17

7 PM @ Five Flags Arena

The Machine Killer Tour, co-headlined by Static-X and Sevendust, is named after the gold certified sophomore album “Machine” by Static-X and their recently acclaimed Rise of the Machine tour. Admission: $35$65. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.

Reintroduction of Whooping Cranes to Wisconsin

Saturday, May 18, 12:30-1:30 PM @ EB Lyons Interpretive Center, 8991 Bellevue Heights Rd.

George Archibald, co-founder and senior conservationist of the International Crane Foundation and author of My Life with Cranes, will share the amazing story of how Whooping Cranes were reintroduced to Wisconsin. Captive-raised birds learned the route to Florida by following three ultralight airplanes, outfitted with crane puppets to look like their parents. Archibald will bring one of these crane puppets to demonstrate how they are used to prevent the chicks from imprinting on humans. Hosted by Dubuque Audubon Society. Admission is free. Visit AudubonDubuque.org.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Explore Gas Forge Blacksmithing

Saturday & Sunday, May 18-19

9 AM-4 PM @ Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts, 18 Shake Rag St. (Mineral Point, WI)

Learn the basic blacksmithing skills of drawing, tapering, and twisting. You will apply these skills to make a variety of hooks, leaves, and a calla lily. Visit ShakeRagAlley.org.

Spring Recital

Saturday, May 18 3-7 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Come to the Packard Pavilion listen to the Centrally Rooted Lessons students with a variety of performances from guitar, ukulele, vocal, piano, and music therapy. Food by OS on the Go. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/ Events-Calendar.

Heartache Tonight

Saturday, May 18

7 PM @ Ohnward Fine Arts Center, 1215 E. Platt St. (Maquoketa, IA)

From the powerful guitar duel in “Hotel California” to the shimmering harmonies of “Peaceful Easy Feeling.” Heartache Tonight delivers a true Eagles concert experience, with meticulous attention to every detail. They bring together music from all eras and incarnations of this huge rock powerhouse that produced hits over four decades. There are no pre-recorded backing tracks in the Heartache Tonight show; all vocal harmonies and guitar parts are faithful to the originals and performed live. Admission: $35-$38. Visit OhnwardFineArtsCenter. com.

Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives

Saturday, May 18

8 PM @ University of Dubuque Heritage Center, 2255 Bennett St.

The Heritage Center welcomes country music hall of famer, five-time Grammy Award winner, and AMA Lifetime Achievement honoree Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives. Over the course of 40-plus years as a country and bluegrass solo artist, Stuart has released more than 20 major label albums and scored platinum sales, hit singles, and just about every honor the industry could bestow along the way. Known for his traditional style and eclectic combination of rockabilly, honky tonk, and traditional country music. Admission: $29-$200. Visit Dbq.edu/HeritageCenter.

Children’s Spring Party

Sunday, May 19

11 AM-2 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum, McKay Plaza

Food by Hy-Vee. Ice Cream by The Lions Club. Admission: $2 per person. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/ Events-Calendar.

Dubuque Cars and Coffee

3rd Sundays, May 19 through October

9 AM-12 PM @ Veterans Memorial Plaza, 1795 Admiral Sheehy Dr.

Casual meet-up for cars of all makes, models, and years. Coffee, donuts, and drinks will be for sale. Proceeds go to Veteran’s Freedom Center. Visit Facebook.com/ DubuqueCarsAndCoffee.

Cooking 101: Pantry Basics

Sunday, May 19

3-5 PM @ Convivium Urban Farmstead, 2811 Jackson St.

Learn what it takes to stock an effective pantry as well as run through some easy pantry-based meal ideas, and some effective ideas for eliminating food waste and making the most of your freezer. This is for the person who has very limited cooking knowledge and wants to become more confident in the kitchen. This series will be a combination of classroom learning, demonstration, and some limited hands-on experience. Admission: $25-$37.50. Visit Convivium-Dbq.

Rosie the Riveters of Iowa

Monday, May 20

6-7:30 PM @ Dubuque County LibraryAsbury (Asbury, IA)

Join Iowa author Linda McCann to discuss the story behind her latest book, Rosie the Riveters of Iowa

While the famous Rosie art was based on a factory worker in California, Iowa had its share of Rosies. In researching her book, McCann spoke to 35 Iowa Rosies about their memories, and she will share these stories and more. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

O.W.L.S. Prairie Walk

Wednesday, May 22 10 AM-12 PM @ Codfish Hollow Hill Prairie

Learn about the ecology of remnant prairies, and the plant and animal species that call these home. O.W.L.S. events are specifically geared toward people 55+. For more information, call (563) 487-3541.

Chess Club

Wednesday, May 22 4:30-5:30 PM @ Dubuque County Library-Asbury (Asbury, IA)

Welcome to the timeless game of chess. Join us for engaging lessons where beginners and seasoned players alike can sharpen their skills and learn winning tactics and strategies. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event. The Wanderwood Gardens

Beginning Genealogy

Tuesday, May 21 6-7:30 PM @ Dubuque County LibraryPeosta (Peosta, IA)

Join Iowa author Linda McCann as she discusses strategies for getting started with genealogical research. McCann has been involved in genealogy research for over 40 years, which led her to both reading and learning Iowa history, and then to writing about Iowa’s history. Suggestions on starting family research and handouts will be available for attendees. Admission is free. Visit DubCoLib.org/Event.

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Thursday, May 23 6-7:30 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Join us for a conversation with Jared McGovern, director of the gardens, at the Heinemann Visitor Center. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/ Events-Calendar.

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All Carnegie-Stout Public Library programs are subject to change. For the latest information and details, please visit their website, CarnegieStout.LibraryCalendar.com/Events/Upcoming. The public can find “@carnegiestout” on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

StoryWalk®

An outdoor reading experience that displays pages of a book along a path. Locations: The 22nd Street Bee Branch Creek and Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.

Grab & Go Activity Bags

Stop in every month for a fun, crafty activity for all ages while supplies last. Kits for ages 2-6: Bouncing Chickens; Kits for ages 7-12: Paper Flowers.

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Open Library hours through May 28 in the Library’s historic 2nd floor Rotunda

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Architecture Days Scavenger Hunt

May 1-31

Arches, beams, and columns. Learn the ABCs of architecture as you find photos of Dubuque landmarks hidden around the children’s department. Registration is not required. All ages.

Kumihimo Braiding

May 1-31

Drop in to the Teen Zone during the month of May to create a simple yet elegant braid. Kumihimo is a Japanese artform of making braids and cords out of threads. This activity is available during Teen Librarian hours

Drop in to the Teen Zone to create a simple yet elegant braid. Ages 12-18.

Everything Old is New Again

Wednesday, May 1 @ 4 PM

Use old greeting cards to make a new Mother’s Day or Father’s Day card. Ages 6-13. Registration required.

Pokémon Club

Wednesday, May 1 @ 5:30 PM

Meet other Pokémon trainers. Ages 6-12. Registration required.

DIY Birthstone Bracelets

Thursday, May 2 @ 4 PM

Ages 12-17. Registration required. Music @ your library®

Friday, May 3 @ 6 PM

Featuring singer-songwriter Joel Sires and guitarist Jacob Lampman. Adults age 21 and older may bring their own wine or beer.

Movin’ Groovin’ Mornings

Saturday, May 4 @ 10:30 AM

Listen to songs and stories, play with scarves and shakers. Ages 2-6.

Buttons & Bobbins

Monday, May 6 @ 4 PM

Learn how to use a sewing machine and complete a simple sewing project. Materials

provided. Ages 10-17. Registration required.

Let’s Play Roblox®

Monday, May 6 @ 5:30 PM

Each month, participants will play a different game. Play with other Roblox® enthusiasts. Ages 8-14. Registration required.

Adult Ukulele Lessons

Tuesday, May 7 & 21 @ 6-7 PM

Join librarian Ben every other Tuesday to work on chords, exercises, and songs all geared toward beginners. Consider arriving early for help with tuning your uke. Ages 18+. Registration required.

Beginning Chapters Book Club

Wednesday, May 8 @ 4 PM

Accidental Trouble Magnet by Zanib Mian. Ages 7-9. Registration required.

Architecture Days Free Movie

Wednesday, May 8 @ 2 PM

Join us for a showing of Harold Lloyd’s 1923 comedy, Safety Last! Ages 16+.

Movie Night

Thursday, May 9 @ 6 PM

Join us for a free movie suitable for adult audiences. Ages 16+.

Reading with Rover

Saturday, May 11 @ 10:30-11:15 AM

Read or listen to a story with some furry friends. Do not bring your pet, kid-friendly dogs are provided. Ages 6-9.

Garfield the Cat Party

Saturday, May 11 @ 1 PM

Help us celebrate the beloved star of almost 80 books at an epic bash. All ages. Registration required.

Dubuque Shakespeare Project

Sunday, May 12 @ 2-3:30 PM

Join Sunil Malapati as the Dubuque Shakespeare Project holds discussions regarding Shakespeare’s tragedies and comedies. The Winter/Spring series of 2024 will feature “The Making of a Playwright”. May 2024 discussion will focus on The ComGhibli Craft Studio

Ghibli Craft Studio

Monday, May 13 @ 4 PM

Create your own soot sprites, No-Face bookmarks, and other artsy creations. Ages 10-18. Registration required.

Reading Roundtable Book Discussion Group

Monday, May 13 @ 6-7 PM

May’s Reading Roundtable book: Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather

Fawcett (2023). Ages 18+.

The First Stories: Adventures in Cave Painting

Tuesday, May 14 @ 5 PM

Come learn about the art of storytelling before there was the written word. Kids will get to make their own stories through cave paintings to take home and share. Ages 9-12. Registration required.

Teen Summer Volunteer Orientation

Monday, May 15 or Wednesday, May 20 @ 4 PM

The library children’s department is seeking student volunteers to assist with the Summer Reading Program. Ages 13-18.

Registration preferred.

Self Defense for New Grads

Thursday, May 16 @ 5:30 PM

Improve your self-defense skills at this hands-on class. Ages 17+. Registration required.

LEGO® Challenge

Saturday, May 18 @ 10 AM

Build, create, and have fun. The library provides the LEGOs®. Donations welcome. Ages 5-12.

Family Book Bingo

Saturday, May 18 @ 2 PM

Try your luck at book bingo. Ages 4-12.

The Art of the Graphic Novel: Perspective Drawing 101

Tuesday, May 21 @ 5-6:30 PM

Ages 13-18. Registration required.

Slip-Proof Coasters

Wednesday, May 22 @ 4 PM

This craft will involve hand-sewing with a blanket stitch. Ages 10-14. Registration required.

DIY Fluffy Plushie

Tuesday, May 28 @ 4 PM

Sew a sweet and adorable plushie while learning simple sewing techniques. Ages 12-18. Registration required.

Colorful Creative Creatures

Tuesday, May 28 @ 5 PM

Ages 9-12. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Group

Tuesday, May 28 @ 5:15 PM

Explore a craft or activity while providing feedback on making the library a welcoming place for teens. Ages 13-18.

Beyond the Book Club

Thursday, May 30 @ 4 PM

Wednesday, May 15

Give online to support 200 local nonprofits.

This month’s book is Tidesong by Wendy Xu. Ages 9-12. Registration required. Plus...

Join us in person for a celebration of nonprofits!

4:30 - 6:30 p.m., Washington Park Food trucks, music, and more!

Give at GreatGiveDay.org

Thank you to our sponsors!

‘Our Community Shines on Great Give Day’

The Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque’s annual day of giving returns! On May 15, make your gift at GreatGiveDay.org to support participating nonprofits across the region.

The Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque’s annual day of giving returns! On May 15, make your gift at GreatGiveDay. org to support participating nonprofits across the region.

River Bend Food Bank, St. Stephen’s Branch, is a lifeline for many people in Dubuque and Jackson counties. By distributing food to 100 partner pantries, it helps combat food insecurity and ensure people can meet their basic needs. To support this work, it takes part in Great Give Day, the largest day of giving in Eastern Iowa. In 2023, St. Stephen’s raised $2,822 in just 24 hours to help stock their partner pantries.

St. Stephen’s is one of over 200 nonprofits that participate in Great Give Day each year. Hosted by the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque, Great Give Day is a 24hour, online giving event with a simple goal: Inspire people to come together and give as much as possible to support local nonprofits. It is an opportunity for organizations to reach new supporters and compete for bonus prizes from local business sponsors that increase their total gifts.

“Our community shines on Great Give Day,” says Peter Supple, the Foundation’s director of nonprofit

relations. “We appreciate everyone who contributes. Every gift makes a difference.”

A growing event

This year, Great Give Day will be Wednesday, May 15, and everyone can make gifts at GreatGiveDay. org from midnight through 11:59 p.m. As in years past, participating nonprofits direct gifts to their endowment funds or toward specific programs and projects. Throughout the day, organizations compete for $15,000 in bonus prizes sponsored by local businesses. Prizes are awarded for social media participation as well as accomplishments like “most gifts in an hour.”

Also returning this year is Great Give Day Live, a celebration of nonprofits that will take place from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 15 in Dubuque’s Washington Park. Community members are invited to enjoy food trucks and music on their lunch break while also learning about local organizations from representatives who will be in attendance. It’s also a chance for people to learn more about Great Give Day and how they can easily make gifts online throughout the day.

Region-wide generosity

The Community Foundation established Great Give Day 11 years ago

as part of its work to strengthen nonprofits in the Dubuque region.

Since then, it has raised more than $3.2 million for local organizations, including more than $468,000 in 2023. This year, the Foundation has set a fundraising goal of $500,000.

Behind the final tallies are additional outcomes that build strong nonprofits. Many organizations start endowment funds with the Foundation so people can give to them on Great Give Day. These funds are invested, continue to grow, and pay out each year to sustain nonprofits’ work.

For donors, Great Give Day is an opportunity to simplify their giving and make their dollars go further. Dubuque residents Ernest and Peggy Jackson are among the thousands of people who give each year.

“We really try to contribute to make our community better, and Great Give Day makes it a lot easier,” says Ernest. “When you see that something you’ve done has helped improve our community, it’s pretty powerful.”

For more information about Great Give Day, and to make your gifts to participating nonprofits on May 15, visit GreatGiveDay.org.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

First Capitol Historic Site Opening Day

Saturday, May 25

10 AM-4 PM @ First Capitol Historic Site, 18904 County Highway G (Belmont, WI)

Stop in on opening day of the 2024 season. Step into the original meeting place of the state legislature, explore Wisconsin’s territorial beginnings, and experience the founding of its government. Admission is free. Visit FirstCapitol.WisconsinHistory.org.

NPC Mighty Muscle on the Mississippi

Saturday, May 25

5 PM @ Five Flags Theater

The NPC Mighty Muscle on the Mississippi is a bodybuilding competition. The event will feature several categories and divisions including Bikini, Classic Physique, Figure, Fitness, Men’s Bodybuilding, Men’s Physique, National Physique Committee, Wellness, Women’s Bodybuilding, and Women’s Physique. Admission: $43-$53. Visit FiveFlagsCenter.com.

Traditional Blacksmith Knife

Saturday, May 25

9 AM-4 PM @ Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts, 18 Shake Rag St. (Mineral Point, WI)

Forge a handsome traditional blacksmith knife as you learn some more advanced forms of blacksmithing to create this object. We will learn how to work with knife steel, forge a blade edge using traditional blacksmithing techniques, and then heat treat our finished products. Some previous blacksmithing experience or a basic understanding of coal forging will help you succeed with this project. Visit ShakeRagAlley.org.

The Territory Farmers Market

Sundays, May 26 through October 13

8 AM-12 PM @ The Galena Territory Association owners’ club parking lot (Galena, IL)

Explore organic veggies and herbs, freerange and antibiotic-free meat, flowers, jams, and baked goods. Artisans display jewelry, wreaths, hand-woven baskets, sewing, crochet and knit items, lotions, soap, and candles. Visit TheGalenaTerritory.com.

DB&T Days

Sunday, May 26

9 AM-5 PM @ National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium

Dubuque Bank & Trust members will receive a 35% discount at the box office on select days through May 2024. Just pay with your DB&T debit or credit card or show customer proof, and you’ll receive a 35% discount at the door. Visit RiverMuseum.org.

Planting Container Grown Trees

Thursday, May 30

6-7 PM @ Dubuque Arboretum

Presented by Ray Kruse. Meet at the Heinemann Visitor Center. Visit DubuqueArboretum.net/Events-Calendar.

Pendarvis Historic Site Opening Day

Thursday, May 30

10 AM-4 PM @ 114 Shake Rag St. (Mineral Point, WI)

Discover Wisconsin’s Cornish history. Journey through this picturesque cluster of stone structures which will take you not only through the stories of the people who originally created and inhabited them in the 1840s, but also the story of Bob Neal and Edgar Hellum, the couple who salvaged, restored, and made these buildings shine again. Admission: $8-$12; children under 5, free. Visit Pendarvis.WisconsinHistory.org.

Italian Happy Hour / Knife Skills

Friday, May 31

6-7:30 PM @ Galena ARC, 11084 W. US HWY 20 (Galena, IL)

Learn to make delicious Italian appetizers while perfecting your knife skills. Appetizers include bruschetta, stuffed mushrooms, and focaccia bread. Bring along your favorite beverage and have fun creating these treats. Some items will require baking at home before eating. Admission: $45. Visit GalenaARC.org.

Medical Associates Celebrates 100 Years in Dubuque

For five generations, Medical Associates has been tending to the health needs of tri-state residents and is in a strong position to treat generations in the future. Iowa’s oldest multi-specialty group practice is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and has successfully weathered healthcare’s many challenges to remain the leading provider of care in the area.

by Beth Triplett

For five generations, Medical Associates has been tending to the health needs of tristate residents and is in a strong position to treat generations in the future. Iowa’s oldest multi-specialty group practice is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and has successfully weathered healthcare’s many challenges to remain the leading provider of care in the area.

What started in 1924 as a clinic with three doctors in a house on Main Street in Dubuque, today includes 200 providers and a total staff of nearly 1,100 health care professionals and support personnel who offer services from multiple locations in Dubuque and the surrounding area.

In addition to its clinical services, since 1982 the company has also operated Medical Associates Health Plans, a health maintenance organization. The plans have consistently received the highest ratings for quality and service and offer comprehensive benefits to 45,000 members.

Medical Associates is the only independent physician group in the country that owns a health plan.

“Healthcare is local. Serving patients through both the clinic and the health plans has allowed us to evolve with the needs of the community over time,” said Zach Keeling, chief executive officer, Medical Associates Clinic and Health Plans. “Healthcare is challenging in general, but because we have a diversified care model, that puts us in a better position to meet the needs of the community for the next century.”

Throughout its existence, Medical Associates has taken risks and invested in innovative tools to im -

“Healthcare is local. Serving patients through both the clinic and the health plans has allowed us to evolve with the needs of the community over time.”

– Zach Keeling, chief executive officer

prove the patient experience. In 1983, the practice was credited with being the first in the area to offer walk-in acute care services, as well as the Midwest’s first low-dosage radiation mammography equipment. In 1997, it opened its four-level West Campus facility on 100 acres of land near the Northwest Arterial.

Another major investment was to put all medical records online in 2003, the first medical group in the state to do so. This allowed shared records between Medical Associates providers in real-time and paved the way for a patient portal in 2011 that allows patient self-scheduling and viewing of health records, and secure communication between patients and providers. Having one

medical record for all primary care, specialty, and surgical providers also centralizes registration, billing, and referrals and makes the patient care process seamless.

“We do a really good job of providing coordinated care,” said Cheryl Syke, chief human resources officer. “Our providers collaborate across specialties to solve tough medical issues. It’s more than shared records; it’s providing excellent care.”

Lynee Robson, chief financial officer, echoes the sentiment. “Providers can walk down the hall and consult with other professionals which helps the entire patient care process tremendously. Coordinated care can make a difference in outcomes.”

The Medical Associates model is built

“Our providers collaborate across specialties to solve tough medical issues. It’s more than shared records; it’s providing excellent care.”

– Cheryl Syke, chief human resources officer

around its mission of “providing superior health care and an excellent patient experience” and automating records was an intentional commitment to delivering on that promise.

“In the end, it’s all about patient care. We have our physicians driving clinical quality. We have never taken our eye off that focus,” said Keeling. “We keep the patient at the center of everything.”

People may not realize that there are many complex treatment options that only Medical Associates offers in the area, such as transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVR), open heart surgery, advanced cancer treatments, and certain specialized surgeries in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, and urology, including many procedures that can be performed same day. The availability of these services allows people to stay local for care and recovery and does not require patients to travel. It is estimated that over 60% of the care in the community is provided by Medical Associates, including the majority of heart care and brain health services.

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“We have a comprehensive team of medical professionals under one roof, which is valuable for a community of our size,” said Keeling. “Medical Associates prides itself on connecting care for our patients, so that they can focus on their health, versus navigating the system.”

Medical Associates has always had a close connection with Mercy (now MercyOne). Its first clinic outside of downtown was built on Langworthy Street in 1974 next to what

was then St. Joseph’s Unit of Mercy Health Center.

“We’re independent and not fully integrated, but our close connection with MercyOne allows us to provide quality care in both inpatient and outpatient settings,” said Keeling. “We rely on a strong hospital and the hospital relies on our strong medical group.”

Medical Associates maintains that proximity to MercyOne and has multiple joint ventures with the organization, including Tri-State Surgery Center, a same-day surgical center; Tri-State Occupational Health, a service supporting workforce needs; and the Family Care Network, a network of satellite clinics providing primary and urgent care services in Bellevue, Cascade, and Dyersville, Iowa; Cuba City and Platteville, Wisconsin; and Elizabeth and Galena, Illinois.

This intentional expansion into the surrounding rural areas is a testament that Medical Associates serves not only Dubuque but is committed to taking care of the region. It is this focus on community that permeates the overall Medical Associates philosophy.

The community-based feel helps in the recruitment of providers and strengthens the connection to caring for the community. “Dubuque is big enough to do complicated medicine,” said Keeling, “but not big enough that you won’t run into your patients in the grocery store.” Robson added, “We have a lot of long-time employees, and a lot of our

“Providers can walk down the hall and consult with other professionals which helps the entire patient care process tremendously. Coordinated care can make a difference in outcomes.”

–Lynee Robson, chief financial officer

providers grew up in the area but came back to take care of their friends and neighbors the way they were taken care of.”

The patient experience today certainly looks different than when Medical Associates began, and it’s guaranteed to evolve in the future. Additional technological enhancements are on the horizon and care will continue to evolve with the needs of Dubuque’s aging population.

“Today, patients want to interact differently with their healthcare providers,” said Robson. “Just like the airline industry, we need to provide more self-service opportunities for our patients. We’re starting to do digital registration and check-in and will likely

have more patient self-service opportunities in the future.”

Syke predicts that in the future, technological advances including artificial intelligence will undoubtedly change healthcare, allowing physicians to spend more of their time on patient care and less on administrative tasks. AI has the capability to monitor drug interactions and remote medical devices. When patients have not completed their recommended preventive screenings or immunizations, AI can prompt action by either the patient or the provider to close gaps in care.

Other changes in the healthcare environment such as pharmacy costs, Medicare reimbursements, price transparency, and legislative rules will cause all healthcare providers to evolve and respond. Fortunately for our community, the Medical Associates team is poised with a strong and healthy group to meet those challenges and continue to provide quality care.

“A Medical Associates physician delivered me, and my parents have had Medical Associates physicians since they were young,” said Robson. “It’s amazing how many people have made their medical home with us and wanted us to be their care partners through multiple generations. We’re proud to continue taking care of the community for the next one hundred years.” ❖

Medical Associates was founded on April 11, 1924 and became Iowa’s first Multispecialty clinic.

Dubuque County Parks, Northeast Iowa’s Treasures

Dubuque County Parks, spread over 2,673 acres of northeast Iowa’s scenic landscape, are ready to welcome visitors who enjoy spending time in outdoor fun. The parks, trails, and water features offer a wide variety of summer activities including overnight camping, picnicking, hiking, swimming, biking, kayaking, and much more.

The county park system is overseen by Dubuque County Conservation (DCC). Their mission statement is to provide “a network of high-quality parks, habitats, trails, and water,” and to “engage the community’s stewardship and enjoyment of its natural resources.” To help support the goals of the mission statement, DCC manages 20 individual parks, preserves, and recreation areas. DCC’s network includes the popular Swiss Valley Nature Center and Park, Whitewater Canyon Wildlife Area, Finley’s Landing, Massey Park and Marina,

Mud Lake Park, John Deere Marsh, Proving Grounds Recreation Area, Heritage Trail, E.B. Lyons Interpretive Center, the Little Maquoketa River Mounds, and more.

“Dubuque County Conservation focuses on creating outstanding parks and gatherings that welcome all people, both residents and visitors alike, regardless of age, background, or ability,” said Kaytlan Moeller, Dubuque County Conservation Outreach Coordinator. “Our intentional efforts can be seen through improved stream access at the Swiss Valley Park, leading a community-focused

movement of purchasing action track wheelchairs, and bringing nature closer to home by building a sense of place with the Outdoor Adventures environmental education program. Dubuque County’s Park system in combination with partnerships with local cities and the state enriches the quality of life of residents while also attracting and retaining new residents.”

Everyone has their favorite Dubuque County Parks. Here are five that top my list: Swiss Valley Park – Located 4.5 miles southwest of Dubuque, Swiss Valley includes 62 wooded acres along meandering, spring-fed Catfish Creek. The park offers picnic pavilions, a playground, sports fields, modern camping sites, trout fishing, and the ever-popular creek stomping in pursuit of crawdads. The park is open 7:00 AM until 10:30 PM year-round.

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Boat Launch at Massey Park on the Mississippi River. (Connie Cherba).

Contributed by Connie Cherba

Massey Park and Marina – Located 5 miles south of Dubuque along the Mississippi River, Massey offers a protected boat launch area, fuel dock, and slip rentals along with picnic grounds, campsites, and a concession building with food, drink, bait, and more. Massey is situated along a cut of the Mississippi within easy reach of popular Nine Mile Island. The park is open from 6:30 AM until 10:30 PM, April through November.

Proving Grounds Recreational Area – Located in North Dubuque on 137 acres that John Deere Tractor Works formerly used to test and prove out the quality of their products, the Proving Grounds include rock outcroppings, upland timber, restored upland prairies, a variety of wildlife, and amazing views. Look for hiking trails, picnic areas under the pavilion, Frisbee golf, and challenging mountain bike trails that are designed for you to test your riding skills.

Little Maquoketa River Mounds – Located north of Dubuque on Highway 52, this 41acre preserve features a steep trail that leads to 32 ancient burial mounds on a limestone bluff high above the Little Maquoketa River. Look for wildflowers and a small remnant of a native bluff top prairie along with the protected Indian Mounds. The area is open to the public from sunrise to sunset year-round.

Heritage Campground & Pond – Located 3 miles north of Dubuque, just off Hwy 52 near Sageville, this 16-acre area sits at the eastern trailhead of the Heritage Trail. The site offers a 9-acre pond suitable for fishing and kayaking along with picnicking and limited camping facilities. The area is open year-round, although water to campsites is unavailable from November through March. As you can imagine, maintaining the parks, trails, waterways, and interpretive centers is not only time consuming but costly. In November 2021, Dubuque County voters narrowly rejected a $40 million bond issue for conservation initiative and outdoor recreation projects. The funds would have supported park improvement and expansion, trail improvement, water quality, habitat management, and other initiatives. “It was a real bummer because we had some really great projects in the mix,” said Kaytlan. “Funding is always challenging in the conservation world,” said Brian Preston, DCC Executive Director, following the defeat of the bond issue. “A lot of the grants that we used to have available to us have gone away over the years. Funding sources have not increased but demand has. The referendum came really close. We will take a look at that again – see what concerns people might have

had. I think we need to do a better job of meeting with the public and explaining what the funding would have gone toward. We’ve always been very strategic in how we spend our money. That will never change.”

THE FUTURE OF DUBUQUE COUNTY CONSERVATION FUNDING

In January 2024, conservation officials presented their finalized, fiscal year 2025 (beginning July 1) budget request to the Dubuque Co. Supervisors, the agency that allocates funds. The capital requests were modest and didn’t include major capital improvement projects since the supervisors had issued strict budget warnings for the second year in a row, indicating that due to projected impacts of 2023 state property

tax reforms, money would be tight. DCC’s requested funding of about $684,000 was for the essentials - maintenance ($209,500), vehicles and equipment ($192,500), and a modest $282,000 for a new employee along with wage increases, land acquisition, new programs, and infrastructure development needed to operate. The big capital improvements that were listed in the 2021 long-term master plan were not included in the current budget request.

In late February 2024, the Dubuque Co. Board of Supervisors voted on a plan to distribute $2.8 million remaining from the county’s nearly $19 million American Rescue Plan Act funds. Instead of voting on individual projects for the Dubuque County

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Conservation Department, the supervisors supported a lump sum of $460,000, plus money to fund a new employee, allowing DCC to use the money for projects as they see fit. On the list of DCC’s proposed projects are repaving roads at New Wine Park, replacing one of Heritage Trail’s last old bridges, and a feasibility study for Swiss Valley Nature Center’s parking lot. With

an increase in visitors including students arriving for field trips on buses, parking at the Nature Center has become a challenge.

Despite funding challenges, Dubuque County parks, trails, and waterways continue to offer amazing outdoor adventures thanks to the hard work of DCC employees. “More than 1.6 million visitors hiked, biked,

paddled, fished, hunted, and recreated in Dubuque County Conservation areas during the last fiscal year,” said Kaytlan. “With over 60 miles of trails throughout our areas, everyone is able to find something they enjoy doing in the outdoors, whether that is for the enjoyment of nature, exercise, or mental clarity.” ❖

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Why Work with a Financial Advisor?

A PERSPECTIVE FROM ONE

One of the top questions I receive as a financial advisor is, “What exactly do you do and how can you help someone like me?” If you’ve ever wondered the same thing, you’re not alone. The answer I give when I meet new people is this: Financial advisors are committed to helping individuals and families set and reach their financial goals. Advisors provide value beyond investment strategies and financial advice; they are there to help clients feel more financially confident for the expected and unexpected moments of life. Here are some specific ways you can benefit from this professional relationship:

PERSONALIZED ADVICE

There’s no “one size fits all” financial plan. A financial advisor can help you evaluate your current circumstances to create a plan of action specific to your goals and concerns. You don’t have to achieve a certain level of wealth or have complex finances to enlist their services. Financial advisors are equipped to serve you, whether you are starting out in your career, in the middle of your working years, entering retirement or if you’re already retired.

INVESTMENT STRATEGIES, PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS AND MORE

A financial advisor will suggest ways to move forward based on your short-, medium-, and long-term financial goals. Investment strategies will vary based on your time horizon— the years ahead of you in which you have to reach your goals. Your advisor may recommend a balance of stocks, bonds and other solutions aligned to your risk tolerance. You may be advised on ways to optimize your tax situation, which can include investing in accounts that offer tax advantages, such as a Roth or traditional IRA, Health Savings Account, or 529 plan. You can expect an advisor to review insurance coverage and other solutions to strengthen your financial safety net. Lastly, your financial plan may also include tips for saving and budgeting.

CONFIDENCE IN YOUR FINANCIAL DECISION MAKING

A financial advisor can be a sounding board as you move through life and experience events that impact your bottom line. You can ask your advisor for input on how a job change, large expenditure, or other financial commitment will affect your financial out-

look. You can feel more secure about your charitable giving when it’s been incorporated into your overall plan. Together you can adjust your investment strategies to accommodate life circumstances. As a result, you will be able to make financial decisions knowing you have considered the larger picture.

MULTI-GENERATIONAL SUPPORT

A trusted financial advisor can be a resource for your entire family. Your goals may include caring for aging parents or putting kids through college. Your advisor can also educate you on a wealth of topics that impact your family’s financial wellbeing. These may include estate planning, wealth transfer, wills, health care directives, powers of attorney, trusts, and beneficiary assignments. It’s never too early to introduce your adult children to your advisor and encourage them to make use of financial planning services. Financial advisors understand the values that drive you and can help instill these as your family forms their relationship to money.

COLLABORATION

In addition to providing consultation to you, your advisor can work directly with a tax preparer and estate attorney as needed. By keeping your advisor in the loop on tax and estate matters, you can be assured of comprehensive professional support.

ONGOING ADVICE FOR YOUR CHANGING CIRCUMSTANCES

Life happens. Goals change. Markets fluctuate. In a constantly changing world, a lasting relationship with a financial advisor allows you to work in tandem with a partner you trust to navigate all that life will throw your way.

This article was provided by StackStone Wealth, a private wealth advisory firm in Dubuque that has been in practice for 50 years. For more information call 563.556.7132 or visit StackStoneWealth. com. ❖

Financial advisors are committed to helping individuals and families set and reach their financial goals.

HEALTH CARE PROVIDER PROFILE

SHALOM SPIRITUALITY CENTER: BIG DREAMS LEAD TO A BIG RESULT

The idea of creating a retreat center as a ministry of the Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque was born out of a conversation between Sister Marie Therese Kalb and former member Becky Burrows. Sister Marie Therese, Becky, along with Sister Frances Ruden, dreamed together and submitted a proposal to the community’s Governing Board about their vision to use the congregation’s building on Davis Street as a retreat center. Shalom Retreat Center was officially established on January 4, 1989. In 2014, the word “spirituality” replaced the word “retreat” to describe the ministry in the 21st century. Rooted in Franciscan values, Shalom Spirituality Center offers a sacred space and a peaceful environment for all who seek to deepen their relationship with God, self, others, and creation.

A FACILITY THAT OFFERS PEACEFUL REFLECTION AND MANY AMENITIES

Shalom serves thousands of people of all ages annually through various retreats, prayer opportunities, educational programs, marriage enrichment, and support for professionals in business, education, health care, spiritual work, and ministry. The facilities at Shalom are available for hosting civic, religious, educational, and business groups, including

people of all faith traditions. Additionally, there are individual providers at Shalom that offer spiritual direction, private retreats, and holistic wellness services, including massage, reflexology, sound healing, and more. Shalom Spirituality Center’s spacious accommodations and an atmosphere of peacefulness provide an ideal setting for retreats, conferences, workshops, and more — for a few hours, a day, an overnight or longer. A variety of meeting rooms accommodate

groups of 10 to 50 and are accessible for all. Shalom offers 55 bedrooms with a sleeping capacity of up to 75 people. The dining room has a capacity to serve 100 guests and delicious home-cooked meals are provided. Within the center, Peace Haven is a renovated former apartment that offers a private retreat and hermitage space for groups. The space provides six bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a furnished living room, and full kitchen (including a refrigerator, stove, and microwave).

Our grounds include quiet walkways, a meditation area with fountain, outdoor decks with comfortable seating, and free, off-street parking.

DUBUQUE’S ONLY RETREAT CENTER OFFERS INTERFAITH MINISTRY

Shalom is the only retreat center in the city of Dubuque. Catholic in sponsorship, it is interfaith in its ministry — serving people of all faith traditions, as well as nonprofit, business, and civic groups.

Shalom facility located at 1001 Davis Street in Dubuque, IA. Contributed photo.

In this sacred space, guests will find historic architecture, including soaring ceilings and long hallways, and the chapel, which has become Shalom’s most beloved space, is filled with stained glass windows that tell beautiful stories. Guests can also enjoy access to an indoor labyrinth, a dining room where wonderful homemade food is served, and a meditation garden that gives a nod and prayer to each Earth element. Built on the foundation of simple living and seeing the divine in all people and creation as modeled by Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, peace is palpable at Shalom Spirituality Center. ❖

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Shalom Spirituality Center

1001 Davis Street

Dubuque, Iowa 52001

563.582.3592

ShalomRetreats.org

info@shalomretreats.org

SOUTHWEST HEALTH HOSTS MENTAL HEALTH SYMPOSIUM

Southwest Health’s Behavioral Services department, Platteville, WI, is hosting their 23rd annual Mental Health Symposium on May 22 at Southwest Wisconsin Technical College.

The event features six expert speakers in cluding Southwest Health’s occupational therapist, pharmacist, speech pathologist, and two Southwest Health behavioral health providers covering a variety of topics. This event provides continuing education credit (CEU) for care providers including social workers, registered nurses, and nurs ing home administrators.

People interested in attending this sympo sium can register at SouthwestHealth.org/ Symposium2024. Registration includes 5.25 continuing education clock hours, event materials, event t-shirt, breakfast, and lunch.

Justin M. Juan C. Luke R. Ben J. Risma, MD Nieto, MD Ploessl, OD Janson, MD

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Shalom Movie Night

Wednesday, May 1 @ 6:45-8 PM

The movie is St. Francis of Assisi – Sign of Contradiction. Admission is free; donations accepted. RSVP by Tuesday, April 30.

World Labyrinth Day Celebration

Saturday, May 4 @ 9 AM-12 PM

Come walk the labyrinth. It is a simple act which can be prayerful, meditative, reflective, relaxing, or all of these at once. Admission is free; donations accepted. RSVP by Friday, May 3.

The Souposium Series: Tools for Repairing Life’s Relationships

Sunday, May 5 @ 6-7:30 PM

Enjoy this mini symposium over a light soup and bread meal. May features Dismantling Racism One On One: Uniqueness, Narrative, Equity by John Stewart. Admission: $20. Register by Friday, May 3.

Stations of the Resurrection

Thursday, May 9 @ 6-7:30 PM

Join Jim Earles on Ascension Thursday. Admission is free; donations accepted. RSVP by Thursday, May 8.

Shalom Day of Self-Renewal

Friday, May 10 @ 8:30 AM-4:30 PM

The day offers a group guided meditation, private guest room, delicious lunch, access to our Chapel and labyrinth, and relaxation services. Admission: $115 per person, $97 for a second registration booked at the same time. Register by Friday, May 3.

SoundScape at Shalom

Monday, May 13 @ 6:30-8 PM

Join in the tranquility of SoundScape, an immersive and soothing sensory experience. Please bring anything you require to be comfortable, such as a pillow, blanket, yoga mat, eye covering, etc. Admission: $15. Register by 12 PM Friday, May 10.

Lunch and RENEW: Chair Yoga with Deb MayWednesday, May 15 @ 11:30 AM12:30 PM

May’s theme is Happy Brains Work Better. Admission: $15.

Meditation & Music

Monday, May 20 @ 6:30-7:30 PM

Experience a meditative state as you surrender to the healing sound frequencies of Crystal Singing Bowls. Wear comfortable clothing. Feel free to bring a pillow or blanket. Admission: $10, advance; $15 at the door. Register by 12 PM Friday, May 17.

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Living Well: Hormone Health, 4-Class Series

Thursday, May 2 @ 5:30-7:30 PM

Living well is a unique experience defined by a series of personal choices. We focus on the importance of integrative health, considering each person, mind, body, and spirit. Admission: $45 per class; $165 for the series of 4 classes.

No Limb-its Amputee Social & Support Gatherings

Monday, May 6 @ 4-5:30 PM

This is a monthly gathering where individuals living with limb loss can meet others with similar experiences and struggles. Facilitator: Amy McFadden, PT. Admission is free.

Your Birth: Beyond the Basics, 3-Week Series

Monday, May 6 @ 6:30-8:30 PM

Learn how to work with your body, and not against it, for a more comfortable, efficient birth. Admission: $150; support person attends free.

Monthly Book Discuss

Thursday, May 9 @ 5:30-6:30 PM

Read the book and join in on a small group discussion. This month’s book is Mind your Heart: A Mind/Body Approach to Stress Management, Exercise, and Nutrition for Heart Health by Herbert Benson. Admission is free.

Thursday Evenings are for Healing

Thursday, May 9, 16 & 23

May 9: Dermaplaning

May 16: Community Acupuncture

May 23: Reflexology

Milk Parties

Monday, May 13 & 27 @ 9:30-10:30 AM

This support group is for moms and breastfeeding babies of all ages, as well as pumping moms and pregnant women. Admission is free.

Prenatal Yoga, 5-week Series

Monday, May 13 @ 5:30-6:20 PM

Release tension and move your body in ways that can ease the common discomforts of pregnancy. The series started April 1. Admission: $75. ❖

Health & Wellness News

MEDICAL ASSOCIATES ANNOUNCES NEW ARRIVALS

Medical Associates Clinic welcomes the following new employees:

Samantha Redmond, PA-C , joined the radiation oncology department. Redmond received her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies and Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Dubuque. She is a Dubuque native, and will help to provide care, manage clinical needs, and follow up on radiation oncology patients including the cancer survivor population.

Dean Heideman, CRNA , joined the anesthesia department. Heideman received his Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice and Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia from Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth, TX. He also completed a clinical fellowship focused on pain management with a nonsurgical pain management certification at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX.

As a member of the anesthesia department, Heideman will direct anesthesia care, pain management, and critical care before, during, and after surgeries and invasive procedures. Beth Decker, PharmD, joined the oncology department. Decker received her Doctor of Pharmacy from Drake University, College of Pharmacy and Health Services in Des Moines, IA. Most recently, she worked as a staff pharmacist and pharmacist in charge at MercyOne in Dubuque where she oversaw several MercyOne pharmacy operations.

HOSPICE OF DUBUQUE AWARDED CHAP ACCREDITATION

Decker is board-certified by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties, demonstrating advanced knowledge and experience in ambulatory care. ❖

Community Health Accreditation Partner, Inc. (CHAP) announced that Hospice of Dubuque has been awarded CHAP Accreditation under the CHAP Hospice Standards of Excellence. CHAP Accreditation demonstrates that Hospice of Dubuque meets the industry’s highest nationally recognized standards. The rigorous evaluation by CHAP focuses on structure and function, quality of services and products, human and financial resources, and long-term viability.

CHAP is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body for community-based health care organizations. CHAP has the regulatory authority to survey home health and hospice agencies to determine if they meet the Medicare Conditions of Participation and CMS Quality Standards. CHAP’s purpose is to define and advance the highest standards of community-based care. ❖

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REINTRODUCTION TO URGENT CARE

The new spring season can bring on a host of fun activities to enjoy like hiking, swimming, outdoor sports, and so much more. While spending time outdoors, there are more opportunities for sprained ankles, insect bites, and dehydration. But don’t fret, vigilance in managing allergies, staying hydrated, applying sunscreen, and taking precautions against insect bites are essential steps to safeguard health during the spring season. You can enjoy your time in the sun without worrying about getting well again.

Urgent Care is the place for minor conditions, such as sprains, sore throats, and urinary tract infections. But injuries and getting sick doesn’t always happen on a 9 to 5 basis, so neither should getting well. You can think of Urgent Care as your doctor’s office when your doctor’s office is closed.

Urgent care is different from Emergency Care. They do not treat life-threatening conditions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emer-

gency services, or go to the nearest emergency room.

URGENT CARE IS THE PLACE TO COME FOR:

• Cold and flu symptoms

• Earaches

• Insect bites

• Minor infections

• Minor rashes and burns

• Sore throat or cough

• Sprains and strains

• Urinary tract infections

Across the tristate and at local hospitals, everyone is seeing a significant increase in the number of people needing immediate care and being unable to wait weeks for an appointment. If you don’t have a primary care provider, like a third of Americans, relying on urgent care can be your only option to be seen by a provider. Urgent care providers still care for community members with urgent and immediate needs like heart attacks or broken limbs. But there’s another way.

Walk-in care is becoming increasingly common as more people seek immediate attention from a provider. This is a more accessible option for people needing assistance and diagnosis for minor conditions, such as earaches, sore throats, sports injuries, and urinary tract infections. ❖

This article was provided by Southwest Health. Based in Platteville, they have urgent care facilities located at 1400 Eastside Road in Platteville and 3695 Prism Lane in Kieler. For more information visit SouthwestHealth. org.

ADVANCES IN HEALTHCARE WILL REQUIRE A DIFFERENT WAY OF THINKING

by Lawrence Hutchison, MD

We must begin to see that health insurance is not health insurance at all, but medical insurance —or more accurately, sickness insurance. Today’s medical system is designed to provide medical treatment or sickness care.

The CDC says life expectancy in 2023 increased slightly for the second year in a row and has nearly recovered to pre-Covid levels to rough 76.6 years. Yet, the USA still remains well behind most developed countries not even making the top 20 worldwide, and more than six years behind many European and Asian countries. Heart disease remains the number one cause of death, cancer second, then strokes, accidents, and obesity/diabetes-related deaths rounding out the top 5. As has been widely publicized, the vast majority, 94% according to the CDC, of those who died from COVID complications in 2020 and 2021 causing the dramatic 2-year dip in life expectancy, also suffered from heart disease, diabetes, and or obesity. Incidentally, Covid related deaths last year were almost identical to influenza and did not make the top 10.

The United States ranks sixth out of all developed countries in overall healthcare, and “first in science and technology by a wide margin”, according to a Peterson Foundation study published in 2022. Despite our leading the world in science and technology, one cannot ignore the fact that Americans also lead the developed world with a 36% obesity rate, and 48% of adult Americans having some form of heart disease and 25% of those over 65 have diabetes.

Advances in medicine, be they new vaccines, cutting-edge technologies, more and safer pharmaceuticals, better and brighter imaging, fancier computers, widespread usage of robotic surgeries, or increased access to care. All deal with fixing the problem after it has developed. The true advances in healthcare, to make a difference in quality of life, longevity, and resistance to the next pandemic must not come from fancier and more expensive ways to patch the hole in the boat. They must come from preventing the hole from developing, to begin with. We must advance our thinking and begin by making the boat stronger and more resistant to damage in

the first place.

We must begin to see that health insurance is not health insurance at all, but medical insurance —or more accurately, sickness insurance. Today’s medical system is designed to provide medical treatment or sickness care. The primary function is to match a problem with a diagnosis and provide a pill, treatment, or surgery to control but not cure that diagnosis. Our medical system is not designed to promote health and wellness, and certainly not to prevent illness in the first place. We have become a country that relies on “advances in medicine” to save us from the mess we have made of our health, rather than optimizing our health, wellness, and longevity through nutrition, exercise, rest, stress management, and healthy relationships.

We must advance our idea of health; we must begin to focus on wellness and prevention. We must learn the lessons that COVID taught us so painfully and clearly. The best defense is a good offense. Keep the body healthy, prevent the ravages of heart disease, diabetes, and obesity and people will live longer, higher quality lives, and be better able to withstand whatever the world throws at us next. ❖

Lawrence Hutchison, M.D. is a board-certified family physician with Statera. You can visit their website at StateraIntegrated.com.

RESTAURANT REVIEW

Taste

Versus 2.0: Flavor Packed Asian Cuisine in the Heart of the Midwest

by Teri Link

Versus 2.0’s newly established brick-and-mortar restaurant mirrors the essence of owners Lucas and Liberty Miller - a fusion of Southeastern Asian influences with touches of Midwestern sensibility wrapped up in a rich package of bold, global flavors, shared laughter, and genuine affection. Located in the former’s Buddy’s Clubhouse at the corner of 24th and Washington Street, this Food Truck turned restaurant has a menu that stays true to its roots while also retaining the feel of a local joint with hints of supper club vibes from the past.

The history behind the restaurant proves the owners’ ability to switch up plans and adjust to real life. Many years ago, Lucas Miller and his friend Sam Ellerbeck talked about opening a food truck together. They even knew what they would name it - Versus. This peculiar name came about as they were trying to pin down what kind of menu the food truck would have. “East versus West,” “Korea versus China,” “Japan versus Thailand” - they wanted to serve all of these cuisines and not be limited

to a narrow menu. They eventually settled on just ‘Versus.’ Although Sam was diagnosed with and passed away from cancer, Lucas never gave up on their shared goal. He started with a stand at the Dubuque Farmers Market and late in 2021 finally opened the Versus food truck. With his wife Liberty stepping in as Chef, the Millers took Dubuque and the surrounding area by storm.

]This is one of those rare restaurants that

inspires you to try new things and expand your culinary view. If you are an adventurous diner, you will find many dishes to broaden your horizons. And if you are a bit more cautious, there are options for you as well. Lucas and Liberty make their dishes accessible and understandable to everyone. And although restaurant ownership comes with its fair share of difficulties, there’s rarely a time that there isn’t a smile on both of their faces. That joie de vivre is a powerful ingredient in a very interesting menu.

The menu at Versus 2.0 is a collection of many dishes that you may have never heard of before along with some Midwesternfriendly bar bites. The main attractions though are the Asian dishes. Choosing between appetizers is the first difficult decision. The Bulgogi Fries had their beginning on the Food Truck and were served as nachos instead of fries. This was the dish that won them first place in the Food Truck Food Fight in Galena last year. The fries version is loaded with Bulgogi-sauced sirloin beef, gochujang cheese sauce, kimchi pico de gallo, spicy cucumber, green onion, garlic aioli, and sesame seeds. It’s an Asian twist on a very Americanized dish.

The other appetizer is Cha Gio, which is my favorite. The first iteration of this dish was simple and more food truck friendly. Just amazing little Vietnamese eggrolls served with a Nuoc Mam (dipping sauce) on the side. Since opening the restaurant, these eggrolls have been fancied up to the ‘deluxe’ version. They are now served with lettuce, cucumber, mint, cilantro, pickled daikon, and carrots on the side. What you do with this is up to you, but the traditional Vietnamese way is to take a lettuce leaf, pile on some of the sliced veggies, nestle the eggroll into the center and wrap it all up. Then you dip it in the yummy sauce. It’s a fun way to start your

Darkbord Taphouse in Peosta. Photo by Darkbird Taphouse.

Pancit Bihon.

meal and the eggrolls and sauce are as delicious as always.

The entrees are varied and inviting. They are all served with jasmine rice and homemade soup of the day, and in the Midwest tradition, unlimited salad bar. I appreciate that all the entrees are listed under both their Asian name and an English name or description. For example, while Gai Pad Med Mamuang might be off-putting to order, this dish is actually Thai Cashew Chicken, as the menu very clearly explains.

It is tasty, and smartly presented in a metal lidded pan alongside a mound of rice on a plate. When poured over the rice, the lightly sauced pieces of chicken are tossed with sauteed peppers and onions and huge whole cashews. I also tried the Tapsilog, which is marinated beef served with garlic fried rice and a fried egg on top. This is easily one of my favorites. Traditionally served as a Filipino breakfast dish, I think it’s perfect on a dinner menu. Combining the garlicky rice with the tender beef and egg yolk creates an

umami delight for your tastebuds. Other entrees include Kare Raisu with Tonkatsu (Japanese curry), and Mapo Tofu, which is a vegetarian dish with mushrooms and soft tofu in a spicy bean sauce. Filipino Spaghetti is a kid-and-adult-friendly version of spaghetti that’s served with a sweet but hearty meat sauce and topped with sliced hotdogs and cheese. Noodle dishes include Pad Kee Mao (Thai Drunken Noodles) and Pancit Bihon. Pancit Bihon is a Filipino staple and consists of stir-fried rice noodles with pork, chicken, and vegetables. Noodle dishes such as this one are traditionally served on one’s birthday. The noodles symbolize long life and good health. Despite all the meat and veggies on this dish, it tastes really light, due to the wispy rice noodles and balanced sauce.

The menu is a manageable size and leaves lots of room for daily and weekly specials. Lucas says the best part of owning a brick-and-mortar restaurant is this: “We can have a home base where customers can enjoy themselves and the food. And not freeze their buns off waiting outside the Food Truck window!” Of course, many of their customers are familiar with Versus from the Food Truck, but there have been quite a few regulars stopping by from the days when the building housed Buddy’s Clubhouse. Lucas and Liberty couldn’t be more pleased. “I love what I do,” says Lucas. Stop in one time at Versus 2.0 and you will see how true that is. ❖

Versus 2.0:

2364 Washington Street

Ph: 563-663-6113

Hours:

Sunday - Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday - Saturday: 4PM - 8PM

Reservations not required

Cha Gao. Photos by Teri Link. Gai Pad Med Mamuang. Tapsilog.

Taste

Article and photo by John B. Donovan

We Start with a Little Known White Wine from Romania

“One needs four senses to appreciate good wine. First, look at the color. That gives anticipation to smell it, getting the tang of the oak barrel in which it matured. Then comes the sip. I roll it in my mouth and then I wish I had a longer neck to confirm what my nose and eyes have already said. This is not a quick sensation. Drinking wine in such a way gives it future. Finally, one needs a heart. Wine is not just something we consume. We must love and understand it. It is a marriage in a glass and a strong feeling in the heart. I want to sip it again and again.”

–Alaine Guerre, Chateau Montbousquet, St. Emilion

SIPS

TeamWine began with a littleknown white wine from Dealu Mare, Romania, a small village between Bucharest and Brasov in central Romania, on the south slope of the Carpathian Mountains. Winemaking in Romania has a rich tradition in vinification, dating since the time of the Dacians (700 B.C.) or even their ancestors, the ancient Thracians (1000 B.C.). It is recorded in history that, acting on the advice of his priest, Burebista, a famous Dacian king, decided to burn the country’s vines. The reason behind this seemingly

careless act was to diminish the invaders desire to raid his country. They were known for excellent wines and by burning the vines, he protected his people from enemy invasions. Budureasca Clasic Fetească Regală D.O.C. is a medium dry white wine. The grape, Fetească Regală, is among the most popular grape in Romania. The Budureasca Winery produces several other whites and many fine red wines. The wine has a clear, straw-yellow color with a lemon rind, minerality, white flower and sea air on the nose.

We had a variety of flavors from melon and lemon to pineapple and grapefruit on the

palate. The wine had a slight sweetness and a noticeable body (not buttery) but it was soft, making for a lovely mouthfeel. Light acidity made the wine very refreshing. It went so well with the cheeses and sauteed mushrooms!

Our second wine was a Mounlin d’Issan Bordeaux Superieur 2020 from Bordeaux, France. The Chateuu d’Issan looks out over the LaGironde river on the east side of the Margaux and Medoc region of Bordeaux.

Of all the wine regions in France, the most highly esteemed and famous is surely Bordeaux. The region is split into two distinct districts-the Left Bank and the Right Bank. It is the Left Bank that is thought to have the finest wines.

Grapes grown in both regions are primarily Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, while some Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc are also farmed. This winery and manor dates to the 12th century and wine from here was reported to have been served at the wedding of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henri Plantagenet, future King of England on May 18, 1152. The wine produced here was classified as one of fourteen Troisièmes Crus in the historic Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855.

The 2020 Moulin d’Issan, the third pressing of the Chateau, is 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. We first noticed the rich, clear dark garnet color. We picked up Bing cherry, tobacco, strawberry, and a hint of leather on the bouquet. The wine was well-balanced with high tannins, medium acidity, and a light body. Flavors included cherry, some dark chocolate, prune, and red fruit. This wine excelled with the savory sauteed mushrooms, and the blue cheese. Oh, and it did go well with the chocolate.

TIPS

I’m running a bit long so my Tip for this month is to try a new wine for you this month. Visit your favorite retailer and ask them for an out-of-the-way wine. Let me know what you find, as it may end up being reviewed in this column. I can be reached via email at JJWineWriter@Gmail.com. TeamWine would love to hear from you! ❖

Wine Specs

Mounlin d’Issan Bordeaux Superieur 2020

13.5% abv. Square Wine Madison $23.00

Budureasca Clasic Fetească Regală 13.5% abv Galena Wine & Cheese Shop $16.00

The Romanian flask and table runner are courtesy of Rica Arpene Derby

Business & Community News

The National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium announced its summer special exhibit, American Adventure, opening Memorial Day weekend. American Adventure puts visitors into the shoes of the original colonists. This realistic role-play adventure presents one great challenge: to survive for one year.

Of the original 104 settlers who arrived in the spring of 1607, fewer than 40 survived the first 12 months. Visitors wind their way through interactive galleries in this challenging 2500-square-foot maze, while struggling to overcome demands on their

knowledge and decision-making skills. A telltale life-chart hanging around each visitor’s neck reveals if their health is starting to suffer. Earning or losing points at each turn of the maze, the goal is to make it past more than two dozen tests spread out over four seasons.

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Created by Seattle-based Minotaur Mazes and the Virginia Living Museum, American Adventure blends history, science, nature, and fortune in a challenging interactive experience. This exhibit is included in general admission and will be open until September 15, 2024.

COMPOST PERMIT APPROVED

The Dubuque Metropolitan Area Solid Waste Agency (DMASWA) recently received approval from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) for a solid waste Compost facility permit. This action follows recent changes in how the agency’s current facility at the Dubuque Metropolitan Area Landfill was operated as a permit-byrule facility by the IDNR.

The agency had been accepting residential food scraps, mixed with yard waste, for more than 12 years at the compost facility under the permit-by-rule designation from the IDNR. In January 2023, IDNR notified the agency of the need to become a permitted facility if they want to continue composting mixed yard waste and food scraps. Because the agency accepts more than two tons of this material per week, IDNR determined that it could no longer operate under the old classification of a permit-by-rule facility.

KIDS-FOR-KIDS AUDITIONS, CREW SIGN-UP

Kids aged 7 to 16 are invited to audition for the cast, and kids aged 7 to 18 are invited to sign up to work on the crew for the Bell Tower Theater’s 17th-Annual Kids-for-Kids Show, part of the Free Summer Musical Program. Auditions and sign-up will be held May 17 from 3-7 PM, and May 18, 9 AM-12 PM and 1-3 PM. Rehearsals will begin in early June and performances are July 18-27. Space is available for 200 kids, and participation is free. For more information, visit BellTowerTheater.net.

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DUPACO NAME TOP WORKPLACE 2024

Dupaco Community Credit Union announced it is a recipient of the 2024 Top Workplaces USA award, featured in USA TODAY . This achievement underscores the organization’s dedication to fostering a people-first workplace culture and prioritizing the employee experience.

Of the more than 42,000 invited organizations, Dupaco secured the award based solely on an employee engagement survey administered by Energage, a technology and research firm behind the Top Workplaces program. Dupaco was one of more than 300 organizations surveyed within the financial cooperative’s employee size (500-999).

The anonymous survey to employees measures several aspects of workplace culture including alignment, execution, organizational leadership, and connection, to name a few. Dupaco garnered a Top Workplaces USA award in 2022 and Iowa “Top Workplace” recognition each year that it has participated in the Des Moines Register survey: 2023, 2021, 2019, 2016, and 2011.

DUBUQUE ARBORETUM FUNDRAISER

The Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is hosting their Great Give Day on Wednesday, May 15, and are seeking donations to reach their goal of $10,000.

The arboretum was established in 1980 and welcomes around 55,000 visitors from all over the world each year and is maintained entirely by volunteers and three staff members. Currently, they have around 300 volunteers. The arboretum holds many educational events, and partners with many non-profits and organizations in the local community.

Opportunities are growing with the upcoming addition of the children’s garden, which will become an asset to the community and to all their guests. To donate, visit DbqFoundation.org/Give-Now/ Dubuque-Arboretum-Fund-Donor.

HOLY FAMILY ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC REORGANIZATION

Holy Family Catholic Schools announces a change in its secondary leadership structure to reinforce unity, stewardship, and Catholic educational excellence.

Following the departure of Wahlert Catholic High School administrators Mariah Reeves and Doug Varley after the current school year, Holy Family has appointed current Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School Prin-

cipal Daniel Thole as the new grades 6-12 administrator for both Mazzuchelli and Wahlert Catholic High School, effective for the 2024-2025 school year.

Under the new administrative model, the team will provide leadership representation at each school site with a unified administrative approach, integrated programming, and a collective framework for conduct and expectations, all while preserving each school’s unique identity.

FCT ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP

First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally chartered trust company headquartered in Dubuque, has announced a new partnership with Des Moines-based Affinity Credit Union to offer investment management, retirement, and trust services to more Iowans. FCT services include investment, retirement, financial and estate planning, primarily through credit unions as well as trust and estate administration.

FCT has partnerships with 10 other credit unions across Iowa andwestern Illinois.

Faces in the Community

DUPACO VOLUNTEER BOARD ELECTION RESULTS

During Dupaco Community Credit Union’s 75th annual membership meeting held Sunday, February 25, Ellen Goodmann Miller, Jeff Gonner, and Randy Skemp were re-elected to serve three-year terms on the credit union’s volunteer board of directors. Goodmann Miller has served on the Dupaco board since 2021. She is the community resource development specialist with Gronen in Dubuque. She also provides resource development, grant writing, strategic planning, and political consulting services through Hawks Goodmann & Associates. She is also chair of the board.

Gonner has been on the Dupaco board since 2009. He is the retired chief financial officer at Medical Associates Clinic and Health Plans in Dubuque. Gonner is also chair of the audit committee.

Skemp joined the Dupaco board in 2003. He recently retired as the vice president of sales at Active Network, Inc., based in Dallas, TX. Skemp is also chair of the business lending committee.

As a member-owned, democratically controlled cooperative, all Dupaco members have an equal say in their credit union. Each member has one vote, no matter how much money she or he may have in deposits or loans at Dupaco.

KENNEDY PRINCIPAL NAMED

The Dubuque Community School District announced the appointment of Rich Hatcher as the new principal of Kennedy Elementary School for the 2024-2025 school year, pending approval by the board of education.

Hatcher, who currently serves as assistant principal at Western Dubuque High School, replaces Nick Hess, who was recently named principal of Marshall Elementary School in the district. As principal of Kennedy, Hatcher will be responsible for the strategic and day-to-day operations of the school, which serves approximately 585 students and has over 81 professional and support staff.

High School since 2017. Prior to his time in the Western Dubuque Community School District, he was a student needs facilitator at Jefferson Middle School in Dubuque from 2014-2017 and was an instructional coach and talented/gifted facilitator at Jefferson from 2007-2014. Prior to that, he was a science and geography teacher at Williams Intermediate School and F.L. Smart Middle School, respectively, which are both in Davenport, IA.

Hatcher holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA, and a Master of Educational Leadership degree from Western Illinois University in Macomb, IL.

Hatcher assumes this new role after serving as assistant principal of Western Dubuque Send

FIRST COMMUNITY TRUST ANNOUNCES RECENT HIRES

First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally chartered investment firm headquartered in Dubuque, has announced recent additions to its team. Recent hires include:

Aaron Schwenker, senior vice president, senior compliance officer. Schwenker leads compliance at FCT by developing strategy and ensuring the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements. This includes leading audits, ensuring effective controls are in place, overseeing department staff, and preparing financial reports.

Jill Kronfeldt, senior vice president of trust operations. Kronfeldt leads FCT’s operations department and activities including the development of company policies and procedures while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations, overseeing department staff, and preparing financial reports.

Melissa

Blake Randel, trust officer. Randel serves clients at FCT’s Hillcrest office.

Kristin Evans, trust Officer. Evans serves credit union members at Serve, Affinity, and Financial Plus Credit Unions in Des Moines.

Uzzell, vice president, trust officer. Uzzell serves credit union members at Ascentra and The Family Credit Union in the Quad Cities.

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