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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, June 15. Walk-ins will be charged $20.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Kevin Mason
[email protected] | (641) 494-9932 https://notesoniowa.com

Iowa Historian Kevin Mason Retraces the Dragoon Trail in New Book Exploring the State’s Environmental Past & to Host Event in Dubuque
Published by Michigan State University Press

DUBUQUE, IA — Award-winning Iowa historian and University of Northern Iowa assistant professor Kevin Mason invites Iowans to rediscover their state’s environmental past with the release of his new book, Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa (Michigan State University Press). Join Mason at River Lights Bookstore for an immersive journey along the 1835 First U.S. Dragoon Expedition on Tuesday, June 16, at 6:30 PM. Drawing from his new book, Mason will uncover how the state’s prairies and wetlands evolved into the farms, towns, and highways we know today. Blending environmental history, Indigenous perspectives, and the spirit of firsthand travel, this engaging presentation will reveal how Iowa’s landscape still echoes with the stories of its past. Drawing inspiration from his 2021 walk across Iowa (featured on Iowa Public Radio and the Iowa PBS series “Iowa Life”), Mason examines how the 1835 U.S. Dragoons expedition charted not just a physical route across the territory, but also the early stages of Iowa’s environmental transformation. “In his new book, Mason gives the reader a brilliant tour of Iowa, the most Midwestern state, which will help people from all regions understand the center of our country,” says author of The Good Country and editor-in-chief of Middle West Review John K. Lauck.

The book blends fieldwork, archival research, and on-the-ground storytelling to illuminate the ways landscapes and communities have evolved since the 19th century. “Mason’s meticulous research and vivid narrative take us on a remarkable march through Iowa history, seamlessly connecting centuries of people, culture, commerce, and the geography that shaped it all,” says author of Tractor Wars and The John Deere Story, Neil Dahlstrom.

“I wanted to understand how history lives in the land itself,” says Mason. “By retracing the Dragoons’ path, I was able to see how the stories of Iowa’s people and environment are deeply intertwined.”

In addition to his research, Mason is the founder of Notes on Iowa, a digital public history platform that reaches more than 3 million users each week across social media and the web. Through Notes on Iowa, Mason engages diverse audiences with the state’s overlooked and underappreciated stories, bringing local history to a broad public.

Mason will be traveling across Iowa throughout 2026 for author events, readings, and community programs highlighting Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa. Event details and dates are available via Notes on Iowa and Michigan State University Press.

Members of the media, libraries, and bookstores interested in hosting interviews or events are encouraged to contact Kevin Mason directly.

Book Information:
Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa
By Kevin Mason
Michigan State University Press | ISBN: 9781611865691
Available at msupress.org and booksellers everywhere.

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Relaxing chair yoga followed by a delicious and healthy lunch!
June’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, June 15.

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6:15 pm Accordion Divas "Melodies"  7:00 pm Outdoor TSWS Band Concert "Amazing Musicians & Wonderful Music" conducted by Dr. Nolan Hauta. Free concert. Free will donations accepted. Audience invited to bring chair and/or blanket seating. *Rain site: Bread of Life Presbyterian Church, 2115 University Ave. Dubuque.   www.tsws.

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Join Team Stonehill in celebrating the Longest Day with events throughout the day and raising funds for the Dubuque Walk to End Alzheimer's. All are welcome!

9:30-3pm - Free Wellness Screenings with Stonehill Therapy Team (Alverno Apartments, Wellness Center, and Windsor Park)

9:30-10:00 - Chair Yoga (Wellness Center)

9:30-10:00 - Communion Service (Assisi Village)

10:30-11:30 - Yin Yoga (Wellness Center)

10:30-11:00 - Communion Service (Health Center)

11:15-11:45 - Music, Movement, and Memory activity (Health Center); Chair Yoga (Assisi Village)

10:30-1:00 - Lunch cookout and dunk tank (Health Center Back Parking Lot 3)

11:00-3:00 - Lemonade stands (Health Center, Windsor Park, Assisi Village, Wellness Center)

1:30-3:00 - Live music with Randy Plunket, face painting, chalk art, and information from Hospice of Dubuque (Health Center Back Parking Lot 3)

3:00-4:00 - Dementia Simulation workshop (registration required)

Let's raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's research and support services!

Want more information? Contact them at 563.690.9643. Visit their website.

Join us virtually via Zoom!
Through his words, deeds, and prayerful intervention (all of which are in alignment with the teachings of Kriya Yoga), Francis can help us to hear the voice of Christ, to be healed by the love of Christ, and to be the presence of Christ in the world. Simply, we can know and live what Francis knew and lived: God is good, all good, only good. The best possible life we can ever live is to embody God’s truth, beauty, and goodness in the world. Join us as we journey together through The Yoga of St. Francis, prayerfully seeking to be a channel of God’s light and love in the world.
$5 per person; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Friday, June 19.

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Glen Campbell spent 5 decades entertaining audiences all over the world.  He was an American Treasure whose songs and dazzling showmanship shot him to superstardom in the 1960's Glen's hits included songs like: "Gentle On My Mind", "By The Time I Get To Pheonix", "The Wichita Lineman", "Dreams of an Everyday Housewife", "Galveston", "Rhinestone Cowboy", and "Southern Nights".

During his 50 years in the music business, Campbell released more than 70 albums.  He sold 45 million records worldwide and accumulated 12 gold albums, four platinum albums, and one double-platinum album.  He placed a total of 80 different songs on the Billboard Country Chart, Billboard Hot 100, or Adult Contemporary Chart, of which 29 made the top 10 and of which nine reached number one on at least one of those charts.  

After Glen's death in August of 2017 fellow musician and entertainer in his own right, Carl Acuff Jr. along with a notable group of musicians decided to put together a tribute show to this entertainment legend featuring his wonderful catalog of music.  Therefore, The Wichita Lineman show was born.  After searching around on how to approach this project Carl hand picked musicians to bring this show to life with full instrumentation, great vocals and musical ability.  Each wonderful entertainers in their own right, beginning in 2018 they will bring to life Glen Campbell's music once again including all those great hits that made Glen Campbell so popular all those years for all the world to enjoy the way it was meant to be performed.

 

Tickets - In Advance: Adults $25 Students $15

At door: Adults $28 Students $18 

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32nd Annual Luxembourg Buffet

Thursday, June 25th 5:00 - 8:00 pm

Kalmes Restaurant in St. Donatus, IA

For Reservations – call 563-773-2480

Featuring: Wiener Schnitzel, Tripen, Sausage, Homemade Noodles, Potato Pancakes, Homemade Bread, Jams, Desserts and More!

 

EVERYONE WELCOME!

Sponsored by:  St. Donatus Luxembourg Heritage Society

Rise and Bloom is a five-step program designed for individuals seeking greater inner alignment. Through this program, participants will learn to prioritize themselves over external influences, cultivate optimism, build somatic awareness, strengthen their sense of empowerment, and gain the tools needed to intentionally create their desired outcomes.
$25 per person; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Wednesday, June 24.

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Light The Way: Walking Through Dementia Together is a free, practical, hope-filled town hall event for families navigating Alzheimer’s and dementia. This statewide conversation on clarity, resources, and hope is designed to meet people where they are with honest guidance, compassionate support, and real-world next steps.

Whether you are a caregiver, spouse, adult child, or simply worried about someone you love, you are encouraged to attend. Families often face confusion, overwhelm, and isolation when dementia enters the picture. This event creates space for clear information, meaningful connections, and encouragement from people who understand the challenges.

Our goal is simple: to help families feel supported and leave with a better sense of what to do next. We will focus especially on caregiver support, practical resources, and navigating the often-complicated realities of Medicaid and long-term care planning. Above all, this event is about helping families move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and hope.

Want more information? Contact them at 319-231-1160. Visit their website.

6:15 pm Accordion Divas "Melodies"   7:00 pm Outdoor TSWS Band Concert "Star-Spangled Spectacular" with Legion Post 6. Conductor Rodney Matthews. Free concert. Free will donations accepted. Audience invited to bring chair and/or blanket seating. *Rain site: Bread of Life Presbyterian Church  2115 University Drive,  Dubuque.  www.tsws.org 

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Join us as we visit with local community vendors specializing in all facets of wellness, including physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and environmental factors. Learn about the practices, tools, and resources they offer to promote, improve, and maintain your overall well-being.
Join vendors for breakout sessions for more in-depth learning opportunities. Learn more about our vendors and breakout sessions our website!
Free admission; no RSVP required.

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Step into a sacred rhythm of quiet, prayer, and deep listening.
A directed retreat offers you the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with God in a peaceful, supportive setting. Each day includes a one-on-one spiritual direction session tailored to your journey, along with plenty of time for rest, contemplation, and solitude.
You may choose your spiritual director out of the following options: Sr. Marci Blum, OSF; Marion Huettner; Sr. Joan Mueller, BVM, Ph.D.; Thom Dennis; and Matt Latchaw. After you register, biographical details about the available spiritual directors will be sent to you, along with an intake form to record your choice and other pertinent information.
The cost is $750 and includes:
– 5 nights of overnight lodging at Shalom
– Delicious, nourishing meals beginning with supper at 5:00 pm on Sunday
– Daily individual spiritual direction
– A peaceful, prayerful environment designed for your renewal
Please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Friday, July 3.

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Relaxing Chair Yoga followed by a delicious and healthy lunch!
July’s theme is easy summer days. Slow down and pay attention with your senses.
$20 per person; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Monday, July 13.

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Join us virtually via Zoom!
In collaboration with the Franciscan Federation, we present the third in our four-part series commemorating the 800th anniversary of the passing of St. Francis. Sr. Margaret will share recent understandings of how Francis and his early followers addressed the economic realities of their time, especially with the emergence of a merchant class. She will explore ways modern citizens of a capitalist country can find practical lessons and directions from the early friars’ experiences. What could the wisdom of modern-day Franciscans bring to the discussion? Many already know the stories of Francis and the birds and Gubbio’s wolf, but what does he have to say to the “bulls and bears” of Wall Street? Many people feel that the commitment to poverty made by St. Francis presents a barrier to following his teachings and example. How can we overcome this barrier?
$10 per person; please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Wednesday, July 15.

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6:15 pm Accordion Divas "Melodies" 7:00 pm Outdoor TSWS Band Concert #4 " On this Day in History in Dubuque on July 16" with conductor David Resnick. Free concert. Free will donations accepted. Audience is invited to bring chair and/or blanket seating. *Rain site: Bread of Life Presbyterian Church, 2115 University Drive, Dubuque. tsws.org

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Big Duffer Hospice Golf Outing - July 18, 2026 - Lacoma Golf Club in East Dubuque - 4 Person - 18 Hole Best Shot & Dinner - Sponsorships Available - Golf and sponsor in memory of your loved one. Visit hospiceofdubuque.org for more info.

Want more information? Contact them at 563.582.1220. Visit their website.

Join Molly as she brings to the stage the music of Shania Twain, Tanya Tucker, Jo Dee Messina, Martina McBride and more.  The second half of the show Molly will sing the beautiful songs of Patsy Cline.  Molly has played the role of Patsy Cline at in Always Patsy Cline at many theaters throughout the Midwest.  The Ohnward Fine Arts Center will come to life with Patsy’s biggest hits, including “Crazy,” “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “I Fall to Pieces,” and more!

 

Tickets - In Advance: Adults $25 Students $15

At door: Adults $28 Students $18 

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Step into a sacred rhythm of quiet, prayer, and deep listening.
A directed retreat offers you the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with God in a peaceful, supportive setting. Each day includes a one-on-one spiritual direction session tailored to your journey, along with plenty of time for rest, contemplation, and solitude.
You may choose your spiritual director out of the following options: Sr. Marci Blum, OSF; Marion Huettner; Sr. Joan Mueller, BVM, Ph.D.; Thom Dennis; and Matt Latchaw. After you register, biographical details about the available spiritual directors will be sent to you, along with an intake form to record your choice and other pertinent information.
The cost is $750 and includes:
– 5 nights of overnight lodging at Shalom
– Delicious, nourishing meals beginning with supper at 5:00 pm on Sunday
– Daily individual spiritual direction
– A peaceful, prayerful environment designed for your renewal
Please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Friday, July 10.

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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, July 20. Walk-ins will be charged $20.

Want more information? Visit their website.

Step into a sacred rhythm of quiet, prayer, and deep listening.
A directed retreat offers you the opportunity to pause, reflect, and reconnect with God in a peaceful, supportive setting. Each day includes a one-on-one spiritual direction session tailored to your journey, along with plenty of time for rest, contemplation, and solitude.
You may choose your spiritual director out of the following options: Sr. Marci Blum, OSF; Marion Huettner; Sr. Joan Mueller, BVM, Ph.D.; Thom Dennis; Matt Latchaw; Sr. Ginny Heldorfer, OSF; and Rev. Jade Angelica, MDiv, DMin. After you register, biographical details about the available spiritual directors will be sent to you, along with an intake form to record your choice and other pertinent information. 
The cost is $750 and includes:
– 5 nights of overnight lodging at Shalom
– Delicious, nourishing meals beginning with supper at 5:00 pm on Sunday
– Daily individual spiritual direction
– A peaceful, prayerful environment designed for your renewal
Please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by noon on Friday, July 17.

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Join us for a social night out to benefit the Stonehill Benevolent Foundation. Tips on food and drink purchases will be donated to support Stonehill Communities programs and services. The evening will also feature live music by John Klostermann from 5:30-8:30pm and a 50/50 raffle. All are welcome!

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6:15 pm Accordion Divas "Melodies" 7:00 PM Outdoor TSWS Band Concert "2026 Season's Favorite Selections." Conductors: Dr. Glenn Pohland, Dr. Nolan Hauta, Rodney Matthews, and David Resnick. Free concert. Free will donations accepted. Audience invited to bring chair and/or blanket seating. *Rain site: Bread of Life Presbyterian Church, 2115 University Drive, Dubuque, www.tsws.org

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