Telegraph Herald - Dubuque, IA


 
Friday, October 16, 2009
weekend buzz

Twenty Dirty Hands

Today-Sunday, Galena, Ill., and Elizabeth, Ill.

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tour some of the area's best-known pottery and sculpture studios located in and around Galena, Ill., and Elizabeth, Ill., many of which are only open to the public during the tour. Free admission. Maps are available at the Old Train Depot Visitor Information Center in Galena, or visit www.twentydirtyhands.com. Call 815-777-0644.

10th annual Hills & Dales Halloween Harvest

Saturday, Kennedy Mall

5 to 7 p.m. Children will enjoy collecting oodles of goodies while trick-or-treating from pumpkin patch to pumpkin patch, a costume contest, games and a dance party, all inside Kennedy

Mall. Cost is $5 per child. All proceeds benefit Hills & Dales and help build meaningful lives for individuals with disabilities.

Call 563-585-0560.

UPA Ironman Battle on the Mississippi

Saturday, Grand River Center

9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lifters from around the Midwest compete in the bench and deadlift to find out who is the strongest Ironman. Concession stand on site. Admission is $5 at the door. Call 563-690-4500 or visit www.Iowa.UPAPower.com.

Hotel California -- Eagles Tribute Band

Saturday, Mystique Casino,

Greyhound Park Drive

Two performances --

7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Hotel California faithfully and accurately reproduces the sound of the Eagles. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 day of show. Call 800-373-3647.

Sixth annual Hobby and Craft Show and Swap Meet

Sunday, Grand River Center, 500 Bell St.

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A variety of vendors including train memorabilia, railroad art, remote-control trucks, cars and airplanes, trading cards, crafts, collectibles, doll houses and home decor. There will be door prizes and a model contest. Proceeds benefit Albrecht Acres. Admission is $3 for adults; free for children 12 and younger with an adult. Sponsored by Fagan's Hobbies. Call 563-588-0846.

Darwin: An Adventure for All Ages

Sunday, Grand Opera House, 135 W. Eighth St.

2 p.m. and 7 p.m. A black-light, full-length ballet/opera; colorfully lit characters light up the black stage for a unique theater experience. Presented by American Trust & Savings Bank and a grant from the city of Dubuque Arts and Culture Commission. Call 563-588-4356.


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