Dyersville Iowa News

February 2012

February 1
2012 Dairy Days: Profitable Dairy Practices 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Iowa dairy producers will have the opportunity to hear Iowa State University Extension Specialists share information on emerging dairy industry issues at the 2012 ISU Extension Dairy Days
Contact:
Jenn Bentley
563-382-2949
jbentley@iastate.edu
American Legion Hall
210 Main St.
Ryan IA
Registration Fee:
10.00

February 6
iTunes @ your library
This class will cover the basics of how to download iTunes, create an account, purchase music, create songlists and burn them to a CD.  A computer, a valid email address, and a credit card or debit card (with a Visa/Mastercard logo) are required to establish an account with iTunes.  If you are planning to download iTunes on to your personal laptop computer then please bring your laptop with you to this class.  Registration is requested by calling 563-875-8912.

February 7-14
E-books @ your library
During February the library is offering a series of classes on the most commonly used e-readers and how to use them to borrow books from the library.  You must have a library card to borrow eBooks so be sure to get one, if you don't have one, before the class!  Please bring your library card, your eReader and the cord that plugs into the computer.  Registration is requested.  Please call the library at 563-875-8912.
       Tuesday, February 7 @ 11 am--iPad
       Saturday, February 11 @ 11 am--all Nooks and Sony eReaders without WiFi
       Tuesday, February 14 @ 6:30 pm--all Kindles and Sony eReaders with WiFi

February 9
Facebook Basics
Interested in Facebook?  Join us for this class and learn how to set up an account, find friends, post comments, and more!  Basic computer skills are necessary to use Facebook.  You must be at least 13 years old and have a valid email address to create a Facebook account.  Feel free to bring your questions and your laptop.  Registration is required by calling the library at 563-875-8912.

February 12
Sounds of Nashville Dance
Delaware County Fairgrounds - Pavilion
2-6 p.m.

February 19
5th Annual Bridal Fair 12-3 p.m at the Delaware County Fairgrounds

February 22
Sit and Stitch
Join other crafters at this weekly gathering to share crafting and conversation.  Gatherings are every Wednesday from 1-3 pm.  New members are welcome to join at any time!  Bring your hobby or craft and come for lots of laughs, food, great company and experienced help!  For more information, call the library at 563-875-8912.

February 24
SS. Peter and Paul Parish fish fry, Friday, February 24, 2012 at SS. Peter and Paul School.  Serving from 4:30 pm to 8:30 p.m..  Adults $9.50, children 5-10 $5.00, under 5 is free.  Menu includes fried or baked cod loins, baked potatoes, french fries, coleslaw, applesauce, rolls, homemade pies and desserts.  Altar and Rosary Society bake sale, too.  Carryouts are available by calling 875-7572.

February 25
Dueling Pianos
Delaware County Fairgrounds - Community Center
8 p.m.

February 25
Chililympics
Chililympics is a fun and entertaining winter event that had rave reviews last year!!!  Chililympics is slated for Saturday, Feb.  25th.  This event is perfect for those who want to compete and for those who don’t, for those who love to cook and for those who love to eat!  We are looking for teams to be a part of the fun: The Amazing Race (no you won’t be running) and Are You Smarter Than the Mayor.  We are also looking for people who make awesome chili to enter in our chili contest and for those who make delicious cinnamon rolls to enter in the cinnamon roll contest.  New this year is the salsa contest.

The Amazing Race will begin at 1 p.m. and Are You Smarter Than the Mayor at 3 p.m.   Teams, consisting of 4 adults, will come up with a creative team name and work together to complete against other teams. 

Registration fee is $20 per team per event.  Cash prizes will be awarded!  Other games will take place throughout the day!

This is a call out to all of the kitchen chefs who make awesome chili – spicy or mild, or if you make great cinnamon rolls or salsa.  There is no entry fee and there are cash prizes.  And of course we need judges – YOU – to buy a ticket for $6, taste them all and vote for your favorite.  So come out have and some great food, entertainment and make some friends along the way as the public is invited.   Team or cook-off registration is required by Feb. 20th.  This event is hosted by the Dyersville Area Chamber of Commerce, call 563-875-2311 for more information.

February 26
Spring Crafts @ your library
Join Diana and Sara in making an Easter Egg Topiary.  This craft will make your Easter table look a little more festive.  A second craft will be a Hershey's Kisses mouse.  Children under 10 need to be accompanied by an adult.  For information about the crafts and for registration, please contact the library at 563-875-8912.

March 2012

March 10
Dubuque Fighting Saints-Relay for Life night
Dyersville Area Relay for Life Night at the Dubuque Fighting Saints.

A Night With Elvis
Delaware County Fairgrounds - Pavilion
7:00 PM

March 11
Keepin it Country - Dance
Delaware County Fairgrounds - Pavilion
2-6 pm

March 17
St. Patrick's Day Events
Parade beginning at 1:30 pm from the St. Francis Xavier parking lot
Gaelic Gallop:  8K run and 2K walk will start at 10:30 am at the Total Fitness Rec Center.

March 30
Beckman Trivia Fun Night
Trivia Fun Night at Beckman Catholic High School

March 31
11th Annual Toy Truck and Construction Show
Don't miss this show dedicated to hard working truck and construction replicas!  Check out the website for the latest show updates, www.nationalfarmtoymuseum.com

April 2012

April 14
Women's Night
Held at the Total Fitness Rec Center gym, 6-9 pm.  Vendors, giveaways, prizes, food, entertainment!  Woman of the Year announcement.

April 20 - 21
Farley Spring 2012 Garage Sales

May 2012

May 7
American Red Cross Blood Drive
The GFWC/Iowa Dyersville Federated Woman's Club is pleased to sponsor the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, May 7, held at the Xavier Auditorium in Dyersville from 2:30 p.m to 6:30 p.m.  To schedule an appointment, call Shirley at 875-6015.

May 27
Hairball
Delaware County Fairgrounds - Main Stage - Outside

June 2012

June 1-2
Summer Farm Toy Show

June 30
Beckman Catholic High School All School Reunion
Contact the school for more information, 563-875-7188

July 2012

July 9-15
Delaware County Fair
Manchester

July 12
Montgomery Gentry
Delaware County Fair
Manchester

November 2012

November 9
Beckman Trivia Fun Night
Beckman Catholic High School Trivia Fun Night