Julien's Journal

12/22/2025

The final Envision 2030 ideas reflect a community-wide desire for new amenities, improved social services, and resources that enable everyone to thrive. Learn what the next 10 big ideas and how they will affect Full article on our website.

The final Envision 2030 ideas reflect a community-wide desire for new amenities, improved social services, and resources that enable everyone to thrive. When Dubuque residents gather and dream big, amazing things happen. They bring new resources to the community, build new amenities, and improve the...

12/17/2025

Dubuque Symphony Orchestra and Dubuque Museum of Art (DUMA) are pleased to announce they will again be hosting the Color of Music art competition. Details are on our website.

The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra and Dubuque Museum of Art they will be hosting the Color of Music art competition.

12/16/2025

The Vault Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge is a unique restaurant that offers diverse dishes, especially for those who consider themselves “foodies” or “cocktail enthusiasts.” Our full review is on our website.

The Vault Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge located in The German Bank, which was built in 1901 by the Schrup family.

12/16/2025

In Iowa, everything is currently white with snow, but not too long ago, there was only farmland as far as the eye could see.

12/15/2025

If you’re looking to cut down on alcohol for your New Year’s resolution, or if you’re the designated driver for a holiday function, non-alcoholic beer is a great choice.

What we’re drinking: Free Wave ABV: N/A (>0.5%) Who Brews It: Athletic Brewing Co. Where you can find it: Grocery and liquor stores Expected Price: $11.99 for a six pack of cans It’s December, which means that you likely have a slew of holiday parties and New Year celebrations on your calendar. ...

12/10/2025

If you’ve driven or walked past Dubuque’s Washington Park in the days leading up to Christmas, you’ve probably noticed the life-sized nativity scene set up along Locust Street. between 6th and 7th Streets. The nativity has been a treasured Dubuque Christmas tradition since 1941. This is the story behind it.

The nativity scene annually located in Washington Park has been a treasured Dubuque Christmas tradition since 1941.

12/09/2025

Set within the serene beauty of Sinsinawa Mound Center St. Clara Chapel, the Noel Christmas Concert Series Dec. 16 to 20 brings together accomplished musicians for a week of artistry, reflection, and seasonal joy. Details are on our website.

Sinsinawa Mound’s Noel Christmas Concert Series Dec. 16 to 20 brings together accomplished musicians for a week of artistry, reflection, and seasonal joy.

12/08/2025

Dubuque loves its holidays, and none more than Christmas. The city is filled with more happenings than Santa has presents, providing traditional events as well as special programs to mark the season. This article contains but a few of the ways to celebrate.

Dubuque loves its holidays, and none more than Christmas. The city is filled with more happenings than Santa has presents, providing traditional events as well as special programs to mark the season. Here are but a few of the ways to celebrate: Live Performances From ballet to country, Madrigal to M...

12/04/2025

Join us at 6:30 PM on Tuesday December 30 in St. Clara Chapel at Sinsinawa Mound for an evening of prayer, reflection, and remembrance as we gather to honor the lives of those who have passed away this year. Details are on our website.

Join us at 6:30 PM on Tuesday December 30 in St. Clara Chapel at Sinsinawa Mound for an evening of prayer, reflection, and remembrance as we gather to honor the lives of those who have passed away this year. Together, we will celebrate their enduring legacy and the light they continue to bring into....

12/03/2025

This photo of the Ballroom at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds was submitted by Gary Fagan. Photos for possible use in a future Julien's Journal issue can be sent to [email protected].

This photo of Washington Park was submitted by Gary Fagan of Fagan Photography.

12/02/2025