On April 2, 2011, our community was shocked by the tragic loss of Brittany Ann Marie Greene, 17 year old daughter of Loretta (Randy) Hoogerhyde of Maquoketa Iowa and Jeffrey (Andrea) Greene of Dubuque Iowa due to injuries suffered in an automobile accident on Highway 64. The lives of her family and friends were forever changed in one second and her family is now facing life one step at a time as they heal from their grief.

The Hoogergyde & Greene families along with Maquoketa High school SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions), Jackson County TODD (Teens Opposed to Dangerous Decisions), and the Area Substance Abuse Council (ASAC), are hosting a remembrance walk for Brittany.

This event is to RAISE AWARENESS about underage drinking, binge drinking, and drinking and driving…and the harmful affects…Did you know that a brain is not fully developed until the age of 25 so things you do can affect it.

We are also asking for any money donation and/or prize donations for our free raffle drawings…Donations can be made at Maquoketa State Bank.

Any help we can get to help us start up this awareness campaign is greatly appreciate, and any other proceeds will be donated to the Maquoketa SADD and Jackson County TODD so they can keep working on activities and/or marketing campaigns about alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.

Registration available at Maquoketa High School OR at ASAC in Maquoketa…

ASAC
119 South Main Street, Ste. 2
Maquoketa, IA 52060

Payment due at same time of Registration

Checks Payable to BAM Walk

Registration Fees: $15 with a t-shirt
$10 with out a tshirt

TO ENSURE A T-SHIRT REGISTRATIONS NEEDED BY MAY 16TH…

What:  2.4 mile walk around Maquoketa

When:  Saturday, June 2, 2012, 8:15 am starts registration
9:00 am opening ceremony with walk to follow

Balloon send off
Birthday Cake for Brittany as June 2 is her 19th birthday

ANY QUESTIONS contact:
Kelly Jacobsen
Maquoketa SADD advisor
Certified Prevention Specialist at ASAC

652-2215 or kjacobsen@asac.us

When:  3 to 8 P.M., Sunday, April 15, 2012

Where:  Pearson Hall, Maquoketa, Iowa

All you can eat Spaghetti Supper.  Live and Silent Auctions.  Bake Sale.  Brian Marceau will be rockin and Danger Ronnie and the Spins will be doin their thang later on in the evening. All proceeds from the benefit will go towards Jerry’s medical expenses. Bring your friends! Neighbors! Family! Everyone! If you’d be willing to donate an item or help out contact either…

Deb Renner: 563-370-0973
Missy Dostal: 563-340-1327
Lori Fey: 563-590-8005
Mary Ann Renner: 563-593-5030
Janelle Bousselot: 563-349-4528

In January of this year, Jerry “Boo Boo” Renner was diagnosed with a brain tumor.  In March he underwent surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for removal of the tumor that was found malignant grade three Glio Astrocytoma.  Jerry will undergo radiation and chemotherapy treatment.  Jerry and his wife Jillane have been married for 23 years and have 2 children, Luke and Kendra.  All proceeds from the event will go towards medical and living expenses.  Great cause. Hope to see you there.

What:  “Red, White, And You For The Cause”

When:  6 P.M. to 7:30 P.M., Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Where:  Hurstville Interpretive Center, Maquoketa, IA

This “Kick-Off” Event helps us prepare for the 2012 Relay For Life of Jackson County which will be held on Friday, June 29, 2012 from 6 P.M to 6 A.M. at Jackson County Fairgrounds.  Bring your friends and spend the night with us!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Relay-for-Life-of-Jackson-County/146758548715268

What:  Dancing with the Cards”

When:  Saturday, March 10, 2012 with the doors opening @5:30pm

Where:  Maquoketa High School, 600 Washington St., Maquoketa, IA.  Performance starts @6:30pm
Cost: $5 per ticket

Vote for your favorite couple

Extra Tickets $5 – each ticket is a vote.

For more information contact Laurie Steines (563-652-4547)

What:  Jose Cole Circus presented by the Rotary Club of Maquoketa

When:  7 P.M., Friday, March 16, 2012

Where:  Pearson Center, Jackson County Fairgrounds, Maquoketa, IA

What:  Taste Of Heaven

When:  Saturday, February 11, 2012 from 2 – 5 P.M.

Where:  United Church of Christ, 206 East Platt Street, Maquoketa, Iowa  52060

Come chase away the winter blahs and celebrate Valentine’s Day at our “Chocolate Tasting Party”.

Cost:  Adults $6, Children 10 & Under $3

Proceeds will be used for Missions and takeouts will be available.  Please use the north door.

Contact the Maquoketa United Church of Christ with questions at (563) 652-4296

What:  Ohnward Fine Arts Center and Peace Pipe Players presents “On Golden Pond”

When:  Friday February 10th @ 7:00 PM, Saturday February 11th @ 7:00 PM, and Sunday February 12th @ 2:00 PM

The story focuses on aging couple Ethel and Norman Thayer, who spend each summer at their home on a lake called Golden Pond. During the year the story takes place, they are visited by daughter Chelsea with her fiancé and his son in tow. The play explores the often turbulent relationship the young woman shared with her father growing up, and the difficulties faced by a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage. The first Broadway production was in 1979, and a Broadway revival took place in 2005. It has won many awards including several Drama Desk Awards and two Tony?s (for the revivals). The play was famously adapted for the screen in 1981 for a film with Henry Fonda, Katharine Hepburn and Jane Fonda.

Tickets are $12 (in advance) $15 (at the door)
Students (18 & Under) Tickets:  $8(in advance) $12(at the door)

For further information phone: 563-652-9815 or www.ohnwardfineartscenter.com

What:  The Maquoketa Kiwanis Club/ Club Hope
Round Two for the Dress Exchange

When & Where:  Saturday, February 4th, 2012
from 12:00 NOON to 2:00 pm at the West Gate Plaza, suite#1 ( on the corner where Bella Soul had their Christmas Boutique, by FAREWAY), Maquoketa, Iowa

Any Questions: call Kathy Seyfert 563-343-7391 or Kerry Schepers 319-350-3792.

More dresses and lower prices are expected to attract lots of shoppers.

Date: December 31st, 2011

Where: Camp Shalom, 3 miles N. of Maquoketa off the Caves Rd.

 For questions and to register, please contact Hospice of Jackson County at 653-6520123.

Saturday, December 10, 2011
8:30am – 11:30pm

First Lutheran Church
210 E. Platt St
Maquoketa, IA

There will be something for everyone to enjoy:

• Bake Sale
• Coffee Corner
• Cookie & Candy Walk
• Handcrafted quilts
• Tea & Cocoa Mixes

You won’t want to miss it and it’ll be a great event, for young and old, to get into the holiday spirit.