Community Calendar

Stillness Groups is an on-going weekly opportunity  to practice your personal meditation method while others practice theirs.  No instruction.   Just sitting quietly together for all or part of the hour.  No registration or fee required.  Face Book:  Tristate Stillness Groups

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Tri-County Historical Society will host the World War I Honor Roll, the State Historical Society of Iowa traveling display during the month of November. The display honors the more than four thousand Iowans who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving during The Great War. The Iowa State Historical society collected the information and corresponding photos from Iowa families, who lost loved ones while serving during the war. A tribute to a generation of Iowans who sacrificed their lives in the cause of freedom. Location: Tri County Historical Society Museum, 608 2nd Avenue NW, Cascade, IA. Sundays - November 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2026 at 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Cost: Free

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Join us for a movie about the power of kindness! We will watch a 2014 documentary film entitled, Kindness is Contagious. This 75-minute film–narrated by Catherine Ryan Hyde, author of Pay It Forward, explores the science behind how generosity can help people to live happier, healthier, longer and more fulfilling lives. 
Enjoy popcorn while watching the film, and then we will discuss its themes and how we have experienced the power of kindness in our own lives.
No cost to attend; free-will donations are accepted. Walk-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are encouraged; please RSVP online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by Friday, November 6.

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Join Hospice of Dubuque as Jim Jelinski, MS, shares practical suggestions for the upcoming holiday season. This supportive program is all about bringing hope and inspiration to people who are facing grief after the death of a loved one. RSVP is strongly encouraged.

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A retreat for non-professional caregivers offering self-care, relaxation, and renewal to help you stay mentally, emotionally, and physically well as a caregiver. This is a FREE event. Registration is required. Attendees will choose their breakout sessions in the morning. There will be a vendor fair and lunch. The afternoon keynote address will be "Helping Family Caregivers Avoid Mistakes" by Martin J. Schreiber, former Wisconsin Governor and co-author of the book "My Two Elaines." He will share his experience in caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer's and lessons learned throughout his journey. This event is organized by Stonehill Communities, the Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging (NEI3A), and Shalom Spirituality Center with grant support from Stackstone Wealth.

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Community invited to Driftless Strings concert featuring works by Mozart, Gluck, Korngold and Gonzalez held in St. Luke's historic sanctuary. Special vocal guest is Rebecca Lansing. 

Experience a deep meditative state as you surrender to the healing sound frequencies of crystal singing bowls. This practice helps to cultivate a calming and relaxing experience for participants. No prior experience is needed. Please wear comfortable clothing, and feel free to bring a pillow, blanket, or anything else that will make you more comfortable.
Facilitator Morgan Noel is a Singing Bowls practitioner and Usui Reiki Master Teacher.
$15 per person, prepayment is required; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Monday, November 16. Walk-ins will be charged $20.

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Relaxing Chair Yoga followed by a delicious and healthy lunch!
November’s theme is balance. Core strength, focus, and breathing that we practice in yoga help us with balance in our daily life.
$20 per person; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Monday, November 16.

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The community is invited to the 4:00 PM  Sunday, Thanksgiving service hosted by Dubuque Area Congregations United/DACU.  The message  "This Little Light" will be shared by Rev. Samuel Felderman, Executive Director, Dubuque Rescue Mission.  Special music by the Dubuque Children's Chorale directed by Karmella  Sellars.  Dr. Charles Barland, service organist. Offerings of non-perishable foods and/or paper goods for the Dubuque Food Pantry accepted. Monetary donations accepted for People In Need (Emergency Assistance). STREAMING AVAILABLE: www.facebook.com/resdbq/video

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Enjoy activities, hot cocoa, and snacks in the dining room, while waiting for the “special visitor” himself to drop in and surprise the children!  
It may not be common knowledge that our modern conception of Santa Claus is partly derived from the real-life story of Nicholas, a bishop who lived in the 3rd century. His faith, generosity, and gift-giving, done in a spirit of Christian kindness, led to his canonization as well as to the association of gifts brought by Santa at Christmas. The Feast Day of the historical St. Nicholas is on December 6th. Before you remind your children of the tradition to set out their shoes on the evening of December 5th (so that special gifts from St. Nicholas will be awaiting them the following morning), bring the entire family to Shalom to learn about this special Advent Saint! 
This event is being held in partnership with the Dubuque Food Pantry. Admission is based upon a charitable gift to the Food Pantry. Please bring at least two (or more) canned or nonperishable food items per family to donate, or you may make a monetary donation to the Food Pantry. Either option is a great way to model Advent-Christmas generosity to children. All donations will be collected at the program.
An RSVP is required for attendance, specifying how many adults and children will attend; please RSVP online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by Thursday, December 3. 
**PLEASE NOTE: This is not a drop-off event. All children must be accompanied by an adult.**

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SBC® is a global community of readers, with more than 1000 chapters in 50 countries. Participants gather in public to share the same space while reading in silence, without the traditional book club’s pressure of having to finish a book on time and discuss it later. All readers are welcome and may participate through any format–a printed book, ebook, audiobook (with headphones), textbook, comic book, etc. SBC meetings are BYO book, but participants may also borrow a book from Shalom’s collection of spiritual and religious titles.
Participants will read in silence for the first hour, with the final 30 minutes reserved for optional social time in Shalom’s Dining Room. Coffee, tea, water, and simple snacks will be provided.
A free-will donation is appreciated. Walk-ins are welcome, but RSVPs are encouraged; please RSVP online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by Friday, December 4.

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Enter into the festivities of the Advent-Christmas season with good food, friends and song! The evening will begin with a variety of delicious hors d'oeuvres and beverages in the dining room. To facilitate a relaxed atmosphere, there will be no assigned seating. People will be free to nosh, mingle, and converse until it is time to move to the Chapel for an inspiring musical program.
Our wonderful group of musicians will open your heart and mind to the beauty of the Season! 
$35 per person to attend in-person or $10 per person to attend the music performance virtually via Zoom. Register and prepay online at shalomreatreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 no later than December 7 for in-person, or December 13 for virtual.

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Relaxing Chair Yoga followed by a delicious and healthy lunch!
December’s theme is rest & renew. The holiday season can be busy. Give yourself a chance to slow down, feel your breath, and enjoy the season.
$20 per person; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Monday, December 14.

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America’s Christmas Soundtrack Returns with internationally touring violin sensation Blue Violin's Annual Retro Rock & Roll Christmas Tour, a holiday spectacular blending the energy of an 80s arena rock show with Christmas magic.

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Experience a deep meditative state as you surrender to the healing sound frequencies of crystal singing bowls. This practice helps to cultivate a calming and relaxing experience for participants. No prior experience is needed. Please wear comfortable clothing, and feel free to bring a pillow, blanket, or anything else that will make you more comfortable.
Facilitator Morgan Noel is a Singing Bowls practitioner and Usui Reiki Master Teacher.
$15 per person, prepayment is required; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Monday, December 21. Walk-ins will be charged $20.

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