Good morning, Dubuque.

The Dubuque Regional Humane Society has launched its Pet Portrait Fundraiser where a $25 donation earns a custom 8x10 portrait drawn by volunteers + all funds go directly to shelter care for animals in need.

Submissions will be accepted until Wednesday, July 23 at 11:59 p.m.

Families in Dubuque can take advantage of Iowa's tax-free weekend on August 1 and 2 when clothing and footwear under $100 are exempt from sales tax while Kennedy Mall offers extra savings for shoppers spending at least $250 from July 21 to August 17—this offer is available while supplies last.

Today, Dubuque students join Serve Dubuque—a six-week summer program—to learn leadership, financial skills, and teamwork while earning high school credit and up to $500 by working on community service projects like cleaning trails at Eagle Point Park.

The program was created after AmeriCorps funding cuts in April led local leaders to design a new opportunity that benefits both students and the community.

Dubuque College Visit Week runs from July 28 through August 1 and gives high school juniors and seniors a chance to tour campuses, meet professors, and see student life at five local colleges — Clarke, Emmaus, Loras, Northeast Iowa Community College and the University of Dubuque.

Households in Dubuque County using food stamps dropped 30.7% from 5,269 in 2015 to 3,650 in 2024 — SNAP funds reached $15,011,402 that year.

Live Animals with Dubuque County Conservation

6-7 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — Free entry — Engage with turtles, snakes, and salamanders guided by local conservationists.

Wayland Live Concert

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Q Casino + Resort — Free entry — Experience the high-energy blend of Country-Rock with Wayland and Too Hot For Leather.

Kayaking at Heritage Pond

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Heritage Pond — RSVP required — Paddle along with naturalists for a refreshing kayaking experience in the serene surroundings of Heritage Pond.

Electric Avenue: 80s New Wave Night

8 PM – 2 AM — Mississippi Moon Bar at Diamond Jo Dubuque — Check event details for entry cost — Relive the energetic vibes of 1980s New Wave & Radio Pop.

Summer Final Party!

1-3 p.m. — Dubuque County Library - Asbury Branch — Free entry — Celebrate the end of Summer with an exciting party featuring the Absolute Science Mega Foam Blaster!