News from Dubuque Jaycees

Each year, 10 pieces of sculpture from artists from across the country are selected to be a part of the City's Art on the River temporary public art exhibit located along the Riverwalk in the Port of Dubuque.

Stroll the picturesque walkway near the Mississippi and view the exhibit that will have you and your family talking, smiling and taking pictures.

The present exhibit will be on display through June 2011. The opening celebration for the new 2011-2012 exhibit will be held at The Grand River Center, 500 Bell Street, at 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. on July 14, 2011. There will be an opportunity to meet the artists, and hors d'oeuvres and cash bar will be provided.

The exhibit is free, accessible, and open year-round sunrise to sunset.

For more information and to download a walking tour map, go to www.cityofdubuque.org/artontheriver

Dubuque...and All That Jazz!

This month's Dubuque...And All That Jazz is being held on Friday, July 15th. Beer service will begin at 5 PM and end at approximately 9:30 PM.

If you are interested in helping out, please contact Jim Bemboom at james.bemboom@gmail.com.

Lost Island Water Park

Lost Island Water Park - Waterloo, IA
www.thelostisland.com

Come join fellow Jaycee's for some fun in the sun at Lost Island Water Park! Feel free to bring your spouses, significant others, friends, children, etc. This is a family friendly event!

We will be meeting on Saturday, July 30th at 9:00AM in the Wal-Mart parking lot (the NW corner closest to Lowe's) where we will carpool to the Water Park (feel free to drive yourself as well). Drive time is approximately 1 1/2 hrs. Ticket prices are as follows:

Group Admission Rate: $23.00 (tax included)
Children 3 and Under are FREE!
*Only Cash and Checks will be accepted. Please make checks out to the Dubuque Jaycees.

For lunch, we will be meeting in the Water Park parking lot grass for a picnic style lunch. We will provide plates, napkins, utensils and sandwiches for everyone. Please bring your own beverages and a dish/snack to pass. Please also bring chairs, blankets or towels to sit on during lunch. Departure time is TBD that day (the Water Park closes at 6:30PM).

Please RSVP by FRIDAY, JULY 22nd by contacting Val Willis by Email at irishwilly13@hotmail.com or by phone at
563-543-0145. Thanks and we hope to see you there!

Help People in Poverty on the Road to Success

Each year the Family Self-Sufficiency program at the City of Dubuque Housing hosts an event for people in poverty to help them prepare to re-enter the workforce. This year it is on Wednesday, August 10, from 3-7 PM at Prescott Elementary.

The event includes workshops on how to prepare for an interview, how to create a resume and cover letter, how to correctly fill out an employment application, and how to keep a job, as well as mock interviews for practice. After attending classes, participants can get a free, gently-used business outfit for future job interviews.

Volunteers are needed to keep the event running smoothly, including a mock administrative assistant to sign people in and direct them to the correct room for their interviews or classes. A highly organized individual is also needed to keep the interviews flowing, as well as to help with advising on professional attire.

If you are willing to volunteer, or have any questions, contact Diana Painter at 563-588-2700 or Diana@dbqfoundation.org.

Golf Outing

We will be having our annual golf outing at Bunker Hill on Friday, August 26th. This is a 4 person best shot event. Tee times will be from 12-2 PM.

Dinner will be catered by Poor Man's Catering and will be served at 6 PM in the clubroom. Dinner will consist of prime rib and all the fixings. Door prizes will follow dinner.

Cost:
Golf and Dinner - $50.00
Golf Only - $35.00
Dinner only - $15.00
Dinner RSVP's are due by August 21st.

Fore more information or to schedule your tee time, please call Tammi Herbst by phone at 563-543-0466 or by Email at therbst@dhs.state.ia.us. Please inform Tammi who will be golfing in your foursome, and if your teammates will be attending dinner.

Volleyball Players Needed!

The Dubuque Jaycees will have sand volleyball teams competing on Wednesdays and Sundays this summer at Courtside, located at 2095 Holliday Drive in Dubuque.

Check out our Facebook page for more details.

Hope to see you there!

Looking To Get More Involved?

Are you looking to take a more active role with the Jaycees?

We have events happening all Summer long and chair persons are needed to help with organizing and coordinating these events.

Upcoming events include Dubuque...And All that Jazz (July, August, and September), Throwdown on the River (September), and the Chili Trot (October).

If you're ready to show off your leadership skills and would like to inquire about chairing an event, contact Jim Bemboom at

james.bemboom@gmail.com.

2012 USJC National Convention

The 2012 US Junior Chamber National Convention will be held in Des Moines, IA, on June 27 - July 1, 2012. The Iowa Jaycees are proud to host the nation next year and hope that many of you can join the fun! We are working on a schedule of great trainers and presenters, not to mention the celebrations recognizing our successes and honoring the Ten Oustanding Young Americans.

Registration is open for next year's convention and the Early Bird Registration rate will be $200. I encourage you to sign up today! You can register today by going to the convention website at www.usjcdesmoines2012.com. For more information, email usjcdesmoines2012@gmail.com.

2012 U.S. Junior Chamber National Convention Details
Date: June 27 - July 1, 2012
Hotel: Des Moines Marriott
Hotel Address: 700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
Hotel Room Rate: $96; Includes Free Airport Shuttle

Across the State

Upcoming Events/Deadlines from other Iowa Chapters

If you want the latest news from chapters across the state, join the Iowa Jaycees Yahoo Group.

Check out the Iowa Jaycees calendar where you can see events from chapters all over the state.

Justin Rickman

2011 Communications Director

Dubuque Jaycees

www.dubuquejaycees.org