BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dubuque County Library District - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dubuque County Library District X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.dubcolib.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dubuque County Library District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T231904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T231905Z UID:10005360-1773858600-1773862200@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Dubuque County Reads: Book Discussion DESCRIPTION:Join ๐ƒ๐ฎ๐›๐ฎ๐ช๐ฎ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฒ ๐‘๐ž๐š๐๐ฌ to discuss the 2026 book ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ž๐ž๐ ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ.\n\nโ€œ๐ด โ„Ž๐‘Ž๐‘ข๐‘›๐‘ก๐‘–๐‘›๐‘” ๐‘›๐‘œ๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘™ ๐‘ ๐‘๐‘Ž๐‘›๐‘›๐‘–๐‘›๐‘” ๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘™ ๐‘”๐‘’๐‘›๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘–๐‘œ๐‘›๐‘ \, ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ž๐ž๐ ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ ๐‘“๐‘œ๐‘™๐‘™๐‘œ๐‘ค๐‘  ๐‘Ž ๐ท๐‘Ž๐‘˜โ„Ž๐‘œฬ๐‘ก๐‘Ž ๐‘“๐‘Ž๐‘š๐‘–๐‘™๐‘ฆโ€™๐‘  ๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘Ÿ๐‘ข๐‘”๐‘”๐‘™๐‘’ ๐‘ก๐‘œ ๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘’๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฃ๐‘’ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’๐‘–๐‘Ÿ ๐‘ค๐‘Ž๐‘ฆ ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘™๐‘–๐‘“๐‘’\, ๐‘Ž๐‘›๐‘‘ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’๐‘–๐‘Ÿ ๐‘ ๐‘Ž๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘–๐‘“๐‘–๐‘๐‘’๐‘  ๐‘ก๐‘œ ๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘œ๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘๐‘ก ๐‘คโ„Ž๐‘Ž๐‘ก ๐‘š๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘  ๐‘š๐‘œ๐‘ ๐‘ก.โ€\n\nIn its fourth year\, ๐ƒ๐ฎ๐›๐ฎ๐ช๐ฎ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฒ ๐‘๐ž๐š๐๐ฌ promotes literacy\, fosters civic engagement\, and encourages respectful dialogue through book discussions\, storytimes\, and special events. The 2026 theme explores ecological sustainability\, Indigenous identity\, food systems\, and cultural heritage.\n\nFree copies of ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ž๐ž๐ ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ will be available at participating libraries while supplies last.\n\nFor more information on Dubuque County Reads visit:ย www.DBQREADS.org.\n\n\nSponsored By:\n๐ท๐‘ข๐‘๐‘ข๐‘ž๐‘ข๐‘’ ๐ถ๐‘œ๐‘ข๐‘›๐‘ก๐‘ฆ ๐‘…๐‘’๐‘Ž๐‘‘๐‘ ๐ท๐ด๐ฟ๐ผ๐‘๐ถ๐ถ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘›๐‘’๐‘”๐‘–๐‘’-๐‘†๐‘ก๐‘œ๐‘ข๐‘ก ๐‘ƒ๐‘ข๐‘๐‘™๐‘–๐‘ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐ท๐‘ข๐‘๐‘ข๐‘ž๐‘ข๐‘’ ๐ถ๐‘œ๐‘ข๐‘›๐‘ก๐‘ฆ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ ๐ท๐‘–๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘Ÿ๐‘–๐‘๐‘ก๐ฝ๐‘Ž๐‘š๐‘’๐‘  ๐พ๐‘’๐‘›๐‘›๐‘’๐‘‘๐‘ฆ ๐‘ƒ๐‘ข๐‘๐‘™๐‘–๐‘ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐ถ๐‘Ž๐‘ ๐‘๐‘Ž๐‘‘๐‘’ ๐‘ƒ๐‘ข๐‘๐‘™๐‘–๐‘ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐ท๐‘–๐‘ฃ๐‘–๐‘›๐‘’ ๐‘Š๐‘œ๐‘Ÿ๐‘‘ ๐ถ๐‘œ๐‘™๐‘™๐‘’๐‘”๐‘’๐‘ˆ๐‘›๐‘–๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘ ๐‘–๐‘ก๐‘ฆ ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐ท๐‘ข๐‘๐‘ข๐‘ž๐‘ข๐‘’ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐ฟ๐‘œ๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘  ๐ถ๐‘œ๐‘™๐‘™๐‘’๐‘”๐‘’ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐ถ๐‘™๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘˜๐‘’ ๐‘ˆ๐‘›๐‘–๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘ ๐‘–๐‘ก๐‘ฆ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐‘Š๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ก๐‘๐‘ข๐‘Ÿ๐‘” ๐‘‡โ„Ž๐‘’๐‘œ๐‘™๐‘œ๐‘”๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ž๐‘™ ๐‘†๐‘’๐‘š๐‘–๐‘›๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐‘…๐‘–๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘”โ„Ž๐‘ก๐‘  ๐ต๐‘œ๐‘œ๐‘˜๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘œ๐‘Ÿ๐‘’๐ป๐‘œ๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘™ ๐ฝ๐‘ข๐‘™๐‘–๐‘’๐‘›๐‘†๐‘ข๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘Ž๐‘–๐‘›๐‘Ž๐‘๐‘™๐‘’ ๐ท๐‘ข๐‘๐‘ข๐‘ž๐‘ข๐‘’๐น๐‘Ÿ๐‘–๐‘’๐‘›๐‘‘๐‘  ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’ ๐ถ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘›๐‘’๐‘”๐‘–๐‘’-๐‘†๐‘ก๐‘œ๐‘ข๐‘ก ๐‘ƒ๐‘ข๐‘๐‘™๐‘–๐‘ ๐ฟ๐‘–๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐ถ๐‘œ๐‘š๐‘š๐‘ข๐‘›๐‘–๐‘ก๐‘ฆ ๐น๐‘œ๐‘ข๐‘›๐‘‘๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘–๐‘œ๐‘› ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐บ๐‘Ÿ๐‘’๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘Ÿ ๐ท๐‘ข๐‘๐‘ข๐‘ž๐‘ข๐‘’๐ท๐‘ข๐‘๐‘ข๐‘ž๐‘ข๐‘’ ๐‘€๐‘ข๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘ข๐‘š ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐ด๐‘Ÿ๐‘ก๐‘†๐‘–๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘  ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐ถโ„Ž๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘–๐‘ก๐‘ฆ ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’ ๐ต๐‘™๐‘’๐‘ ๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘‘ ๐‘‰๐‘–๐‘Ÿ๐‘”๐‘–๐‘› ๐‘€๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ๐‘†๐‘–๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘  ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘†๐‘ก ๐น๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘›๐‘๐‘–๐‘ ๐‘†๐‘–๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘  ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’ ๐‘ƒ๐‘Ÿ๐‘’๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘›๐‘ก๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘–๐‘œ๐‘› ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’ ๐ต๐‘™๐‘’๐‘ ๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘‘ ๐‘‰๐‘–๐‘Ÿ๐‘”๐‘–๐‘› ๐‘€๐‘Ž๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฆ\n\nDubuque County Reads is organized by the Dubuque Area Library Information Consortium (DALINC). URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/dcr26/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/612354511_1329124219258293_7276715826364148674_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Engagement Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251210T195643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T174546Z UID:10005261-1773912600-1773914400@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Baby Storytime DESCRIPTION:A short program of interactive play designed for children 0 -24 months. There will be songs\, fingerplay and reading\, followed by a time of open play and making friends.\n\nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/baby-storytime-2/2026-03-19/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Babies & Toddlers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Summer-2025-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T234338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T234338Z UID:10005337-1773939600-1773943200@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Craft Club: Terracotta Pot Painting DESCRIPTION:Get ready for spring by painting your own terracotta pot! Youโ€™ll also get to choose some herb seeds to take home with you. ย RSVP encouraged\, walk-ins welcome while supplies last. For teens and adults. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/craft-club-terracotta-pot-painting-3/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Branch\, 895 Main Street\, Holy Cross\, Iowa\, 52053 CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Header-1_4a0bf89f-f4c8-42a6-9d76-c5b47fcaf259.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T220612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T220612Z UID:10005342-1774090800-1774094400@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Ukulele for Absolute Beginners DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning ukulele? Join us for an introductory class on beginner chords to get you started! Instruments provided. Teens and adults welcome. RSVP required. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/ukulele-for-absolute-beginners/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/uke-jam-e1770156334605.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T235042Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T235042Z UID:10005330-1774288800-1774292400@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Teens @ the Library: Teen Chefs DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own pizzas in a toaster oven! Eating your creations is encouraged. For ages 13-17 URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/teens-the-library-teen-chefs-5/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/9J1A0925.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T093000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251210T194017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T232859Z UID:10005365-1774342800-1774344600@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Peosta Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join Teresa for a time of stories\, songs\, fingerplay\, wiggles\, and hands-on activities. Designed for ages 2.5 to 4. \nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/peosta-storytime-4/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Peosta Branch\, 8342 NICC Drive\, Peosta\, Iowa\, 52068 CATEGORIES:Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Summer-2025-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T103000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251210T193105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T173043Z UID:10005369-1774346400-1774348200@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Farley Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join Teresa for a time of stories\, songs\, fingerplay\, wiggles\, and hands-on activities. Designed for ages 2.5 to 4. \nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/farleystorytime/2026-03-24/ LOCATION:Farley Branch\, 206 1st Street North\, Farley\, IA\, 52046 CATEGORIES:Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Summer-2025-7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T164500 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260211T223136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T223136Z UID:10005395-1774368900-1774370700@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:DCLD Kids: My Scrapbook Page DESCRIPTION:Come make your own scrapbook page! \nBring your own pictures or we can take one with our instant camera๐Ÿ“ธ \nFor kids 5-12. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/dcld-kids-my-scrapbook-page/ LOCATION:Peosta Branch\, 8342 NICC Drive\, Peosta\, Iowa\, 52068 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Carousel.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T235023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T235023Z UID:10005331-1774369800-1774373400@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Teens @ the Library: Teen Chefs DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own pizzas in a toaster oven! Eating your creations is encouraged. For ages 13-17 URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/teens-the-library-teen-chefs-4/ LOCATION:Farley Branch\, 206 1st Street North\, Farley\, IA\, 52046 CATEGORIES:Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/9J1A0925.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260211T173805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T174012Z UID:10005384-1774377000-1774380600@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Diane Wilson Author Event Dubuque County Reads DESCRIPTION:Join ๐ƒ๐ฎ๐›๐ฎ๐ช๐ฎ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฒ ๐‘๐ž๐š๐๐ฌ to meet acclaimed author Diane Wilson for an inspiring keynote on her novel ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ž๐ž๐ ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ. Wilson will share stories of Indigenous resilience\, ecological stewardship\, and the sacredness of seeds. A Q&A and book signing will follow.\n\nโ€œ๐ด โ„Ž๐‘Ž๐‘ข๐‘›๐‘ก๐‘–๐‘›๐‘” ๐‘›๐‘œ๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘™ ๐‘ ๐‘๐‘Ž๐‘›๐‘›๐‘–๐‘›๐‘” ๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘ฃ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘™ ๐‘”๐‘’๐‘›๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘–๐‘œ๐‘›๐‘ \, ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ž๐ž๐ ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ ๐‘“๐‘œ๐‘™๐‘™๐‘œ๐‘ค๐‘  ๐‘Ž ๐ท๐‘Ž๐‘˜โ„Ž๐‘œฬ๐‘ก๐‘Ž ๐‘“๐‘Ž๐‘š๐‘–๐‘™๐‘ฆโ€™๐‘  ๐‘ ๐‘ก๐‘Ÿ๐‘ข๐‘”๐‘”๐‘™๐‘’ ๐‘ก๐‘œ ๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘’๐‘ ๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘ฃ๐‘’ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’๐‘–๐‘Ÿ ๐‘ค๐‘Ž๐‘ฆ ๐‘œ๐‘“ ๐‘™๐‘–๐‘“๐‘’\, ๐‘Ž๐‘›๐‘‘ ๐‘กโ„Ž๐‘’๐‘–๐‘Ÿ ๐‘ ๐‘Ž๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘–๐‘“๐‘–๐‘๐‘’๐‘  ๐‘ก๐‘œ ๐‘๐‘Ÿ๐‘œ๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘๐‘ก ๐‘คโ„Ž๐‘Ž๐‘ก ๐‘š๐‘Ž๐‘ก๐‘ก๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘  ๐‘š๐‘œ๐‘ ๐‘ก.โ€\n\nIn its fourth year\, Dubuque County Reads promotes literacy\, fosters civic engagement\, and encourages respectful dialogue through book discussions\, storytimes\, and special events. The 2026 theme explores ecological sustainability\, Indigenous identity\, food systems\, and cultural heritage. Copies of ๐“๐ก๐ž ๐’๐ž๐ž๐ ๐Š๐ž๐ž๐ฉ๐ž๐ซ will be available at participating libraries while supplies last.\n\nFor more information on this event\, and to learn more about Dubuque County Reads visit:ย www.DBQREADS.org. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/dianewilson/ LOCATION:Off-Site: Steeple Square\, 101 E 15th St\, Dubuque\, IA\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Panel-Cover.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Engagement Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251210T194445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T233523Z UID:10005382-1774431000-1774432800@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Asbury Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join Teresa for a time of stories\, songs\, fingerplay\, wiggles\, and hands-on activities. Designed for ages 2.5 โ€“ 4. \nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/asbury-storytime-2/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Resolution-20.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T113000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251210T194715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T173514Z UID:10005187-1774436400-1774438200@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Epworth Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join Teresa for a time of stories\, songs\, fingerplay\, wiggles\, and hands-on activities. Designed for ages 2.5 โ€“ 4. \nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/epworth-storytime-3/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Epworth Branch\, 110 Bierman Road\, Epworth\, Iowa\, 52045 CATEGORIES:Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Website-Resolution-20.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T203513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T230645Z UID:10005323-1774436400-1774440000@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga DESCRIPTION:Come and stretch your body in the most relaxed wayโ€ฆ from your chair!ย  Youโ€™ll get a full body strength and stretching workout from head to toe every time in only 60 minutes! \nThe class runs 4 weeks\, from March 25th to April 15th \nRSVP is Required. \nRegistration for Week 1 counts for all 4 weeks of the class. \nBy registering for Chair Yoga\, please commit to attending at least 3 out of the 4 classes. \nย  URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/chairyogaspring26/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Website-Resolution-15.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T141500 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260129T192240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T192240Z UID:10005322-1774446300-1774448100@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Holy Cross Preschool Storytime DESCRIPTION:Join Teresa for stories\, songs\, fingerplay\, wiggles\, and hands-on activities. Designed for ages 4 and up\, but all children are welcome! \nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/holy-cross-preschool-storytime-2/2026-03-25/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Branch\, 895 Main Street\, Holy Cross\, Iowa\, 52053 CATEGORIES:Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Website-Resolution-7-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T154500 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260211T230954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T230954Z UID:10005396-1774450800-1774453500@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Egg Decorating DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with some egg-tastic fun at the library. A limited amount of wooden eggs will be available\, attendees are welcome to to bring their own hardboiled eggs from home. For children and families. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/egg-decorating-6/ LOCATION:Farley Branch\, 206 1st Street North\, Farley\, IA\, 52046 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Website-Resolution-56.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T173000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T235003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T235003Z UID:10005332-1774456200-1774459800@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Teens @ the Library: Teen Chefs DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own pizzas in a toaster oven! Eating your creations is encouraged. For ages 13-17 URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/teens-the-library-teen-chefs-3/ LOCATION:Epworth Branch\, 110 Bierman Road\, Epworth\, Iowa\, 52045 CATEGORIES:Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/9J1A0925.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T100000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251210T195643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T174546Z UID:10005262-1774517400-1774519200@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Baby Storytime DESCRIPTION:A short program of interactive play designed for children 0 -24 months. There will be songs\, fingerplay and reading\, followed by a time of open play and making friends.\n\nPlease note: Storytime is automatically cancelled when local schools are closed or delayed due to weather. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/baby-storytime-2/2026-03-26/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Babies & Toddlers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Summer-2025-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251209T161657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T170136Z UID:10005112-1774541700-1774544400@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Early Elementary Book Club DESCRIPTION:New Library Book Club for 1st โ€“ 3rd graders! \nJanuaryโ€™s book โ€“ Disaster Squad: Wildfire Rescue\nFebruaryโ€™s book โ€“ Zoey and Sassafras: Dragons and Marshmallows\nMarchโ€™s book โ€“ The Last Firehawk: The Ember Stone\nAprilโ€™s book โ€“ The Boxcar Children\, No. 1\nBooks can be picked up at the Asbury branch starting January 2nd. \nRSVP Required: CLICK HERE URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/elembookclub/2026-03-26/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/newsletter-for-instagram-12.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20251209T161700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T170554Z UID:10005108-1774545300-1774548000@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Tween Book Club DESCRIPTION:New Library Book Club for 4th โ€“ 6th graders! \nJanuaryโ€™s book โ€“ Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus\nFebruaryโ€™s book โ€“ The One and Only Ivan\nMarchโ€™s book โ€“ From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler\nAprilโ€™s book โ€“ Because of Winn-Dixie\nBooks can be picked up at the Asbury branch starting January 2nd. \nRSVP Required: CLICK HERE URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/tweenbookclub/2026-03-26/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/newsletter-for-instagram-13.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T183000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T234307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T234338Z UID:10005338-1774546200-1774549800@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Craft Club: Terracotta Pot Painting DESCRIPTION:Get ready for spring by painting your own terracotta pot! Youโ€™ll also get to choose some herb seeds to take home with you. ย RSVP encouraged\, walk-ins welcome while supplies last. For teens and adults. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/craft-club-terracotta-pot-painting-2/ LOCATION:Peosta Branch\, 8342 NICC Drive\, Peosta\, Iowa\, 52068 CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Header-1_4a0bf89f-f4c8-42a6-9d76-c5b47fcaf259.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260115T195233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T210419Z UID:10005305-1774549800-1774557000@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Puzzle Palooza - Competition & Fundraiser @ Locals DESCRIPTION:Join us for Puzzle Palooza โ€“ a special puzzle fundraising event with the Friends of the Library held at Locals Bar in Epworth\nEach team will have 2 hours to complete the same 500-piece puzzle. The first team to finish wins!\nPrizes will be awarded to the winners. The teams get to keep their event puzzle as well!\nSpace is limited (12 teams max) $60 per team of (4) people. Participants must be ages 21+. Register 1 person from your team as a captain ahead of the event. This will reserve your teamโ€™s spot in the competition.\nCheck in starts at 6:00. Puzzling begins at 6:30 pm.\nRegistration is Required.ย  \nAll funds from this event directly benefit the Dubuque County Library District for an enhanced library experience for our community\, ensuring up-to-date resources\, varied programs\, and an inclusive space for all ages! URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/puzzle-palooza-competition-fundraiser-locals/ LOCATION:Off-Site: Locals\, 107 W Main St\, Epworth\, IA\, 52045 CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Copy-of-Puzzle-Palooza-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Library":MAILTO:library@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260115T195111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T201447Z UID:10005304-1774692000-1774699200@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Puzzle Palooza - Competition & Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Join us for Puzzle Palooza โ€“ a special puzzle fundraising event with the Friends of the Library.\nEach team will have 2 hours to complete the same 500-piece puzzle. The first team to finish wins!\nPrizes will be awarded to the winners. Each team keeps their event puzzle as well!\nSpace is limited (12 teams max) $60 per team of (4) people. Participants must be ages 13+. Register 1 person from your team as a captain ahead of the event. This will reserve your teamโ€™s spot in the competition.ย \nCheck in starts at 9:30. Puzzling begins at 10 am.\nRegistration is Required.ย  \nAll funds from this event directly benefit the Dubuque County Library District for an enhanced library experience for our community\, ensuring up-to-date resources\, varied programs\, and an inclusive space for all ages! URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/puzzlepalooza/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Copy-of-Puzzle-Palooza-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Library":MAILTO:library@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T232321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T180906Z UID:10005361-1774693800-1774695600@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:๐๐ž๐ซ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐’๐จ๐ง๐  ๐’๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฒ๐ญ๐ข๐ฆ๐ž: ๐ƒ๐ฎ๐›๐ฎ๐ช๐ฎ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฒ ๐‘๐ž๐š๐๐ฌ ๐Š๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the 2026 Dubuque County Reads Kids book at these Special Storytimes featuring Michaela Goadeโ€™s ๐๐ž๐ซ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐’๐จ๐ง๐ .\n\nCaldecott Medalist Michaela Goadeโ€™s first self-authored picture book is a gorgeous celebration of the land she knows well and the powerful wisdom of elders.\n\n๐ƒ๐ฎ๐›๐ฎ๐ช๐ฎ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ฒ ๐‹๐ข๐›๐ซ๐š๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐ญ โ€“ ๐€๐ฌ๐›๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฒ: March 28th @ 10:30 AMย  in the Childrenโ€™s Area\n\nDubuque County Reads for Kids makes reading fun and interactive! Children and families can explore this yearโ€™s featured book through hands-on activities\, storytimes\, and creative projects. Our goal is to nurture a love of reading while building connections across the communityโ€”because big ideas start with little readers.โ€‹Attendees will receive a Free Copy of ๐๐ž๐ซ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐’๐จ๐ง๐  by Michaela Goade\, while supplies last. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/dcrkids26/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Kids,Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/621676893_1345604427610272_3063509333809474164_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Community Engagement Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260211T230907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T231011Z UID:10005397-1774887300-1774890000@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Egg Decorating DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with some egg-tastic fun at the library. A limited amount of wooden eggs will be available\, attendees are welcome to to bring their own hardboiled eggs from home. For children and families. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/egg-decorating-5/ LOCATION:Peosta Branch\, 8342 NICC Drive\, Peosta\, Iowa\, 52068 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Website-Resolution-56.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260330T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260128T202642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T202642Z UID:10005307-1774893600-1774899000@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Unconditional Surrender: A Visit with Ulysses S. Grant DESCRIPTION:This one-man show is an informative\, humorous and touching portrayal of the victorious General whose strategy and tenacity won the Civil War\, the President who struggled to rebuild his nation after the war\, and the husband and father whose final efforts were devoted to the financial support of his wife and family. \nStarring Peter J. Grady\, this performance runs 60 minutes\, and features period music\, photographs and cartoons as Grant reviews his life as he struggles to complete his memoirs just days before his death. \nRSVP is recommended. \nDCLD received funding from Humanities Iowa\, a private nonprofit\, to host this program. If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance\, please call the library in advance. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/grant/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Website-Sliders-43.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T171500 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260211T231002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T231002Z UID:10005398-1774974600-1774977300@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Egg Decorating DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with some egg-tastic fun at the library. A limited amount of wooden eggs will be available\, attendees are welcome to to bring their own hardboiled eggs from home. For children and families. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/egg-decorating-7/ LOCATION:Epworth Branch\, 110 Bierman Road\, Epworth\, Iowa\, 52045 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Website-Resolution-56-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T234948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T234948Z UID:10005333-1774976400-1774980000@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Teens @ the Library: Teen Chefs DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make your own pizzas in a toaster oven! Eating your creations is encouraged. For ages 13-17 URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/teens-the-library-teen-chefs-2/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Branch\, 895 Main Street\, Holy Cross\, Iowa\, 52053 CATEGORIES:Teens ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/9J1A0925.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260203T204343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T230500Z UID:10005357-1775041200-1775044800@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Chair Yoga DESCRIPTION:Come and stretch your body in the most relaxed wayโ€ฆ from your chair!ย  Youโ€™ll get a full body strength and stretching workout from head to toe every time in only 60 minutes! \nThe class runs 4 weeks\, from March 25th to April 15th \nRSVP is Required. RSVP HERE for all 4 weeks. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/chair-yoga-11/2026-04-01/ LOCATION:Asbury Branch\, 5290 Grand Meadow Drive\, Asbury\, Iowa\, 52002 CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Website-Resolution-15.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Teen & Adult Programming Librarian":MAILTO:jennm@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T144500 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260306T214644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T214645Z UID:10005417-1775051100-1775054700@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Spring Storytime and Play DESCRIPTION:A special spring themed storytime with sensory bins and play time! For ages 2-5. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/spring-storytime-and-play/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Branch\, 895 Main Street\, Holy Cross\, Iowa\, 52053 CATEGORIES:Preschoolers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Beige-Purple-and-Orange-Playful-Kids-Slime-Making-Class-Photo-Collage.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T060719 CREATED:20260304T203241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T203241Z UID:10005399-1775059200-1775062800@www.dubcolib.org SUMMARY:Egg Decorating DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with some egg-tastic fun at the library. A limited amount of wooden eggs will be available\, attendees are welcome to to bring their own hardboiled eggs from home. For children and families. URL:https://www.dubcolib.org/event/egg-decorating-8/ LOCATION:Holy Cross Branch\, 895 Main Street\, Holy Cross\, Iowa\, 52053 CATEGORIES:Kids ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.dubcolib.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Website-Resolution-56-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Librarian":MAILTO:LydiaS@dubcolib.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR