Halloween / YMCA Trunk -or Treat Photos

David Voy "VisiOnarY Photography" walked around and snapped random photos Halloween night and handed out a slip for FREE access to download any of the photos. He also captured a lot of photos at the YMCA Trunk -or- Treat event too. 

You can access the photos by going to either one of his sites.
www.DavidVoy.com - Click on his Photographer LINK.
www.Maquoketa.com - Click on Photos LINK
www.AVOYco.com - Click onVisiOnarY Photography
www.AVisiOnarYcompany.com - Click onVisiOnarY Photography

Register FREE on the Gallery page to gain FREE access to the HIGHER QUALITY images.

MAE - Ceramic Ornament Craft Workshop

KIDS OF ALL AGES ARE INVITED TO THE MAQUOKETA ART EXPERIENCE (FORMER OSTERHAUS BUILDING DOWNTOWN)  TO PAINT AND DECORATE CERAMIC ORNAMENTS, SATURDAY NOVEMBER 9TH AT 10:30 A.M. 

2014 Iowa Teacher of the Year: Jane Schmidt

Gov. Branstad announces 2014 Iowa Teacher of the Year

Jane Schmidt, a longtime teacher known for her leadership, her ability to connect with students, and her commitment to improvement, is the 2014 Iowa Teacher of the Year, Gov. Terry Branstad announced in Maquoketa.
“Great teachers make a world of difference for their students, for their colleagues and for their communities,” Branstad said. “The Lt. Governor and I congratulate Jane Schmidt, who is a true role model for both students and teachers.”

Schmidt, a 33-year teaching veteran from Delmar, is an eighth-grade literacy and language arts teacher at Maquoketa Middle School in the Maquoketa Community School District.



(FULL ARTICLE AT)
https://www.educateiowa.gov/article/2013/10/17/gov-branstad-announces-2014-iowa-teacher-year

Sunshine Fundraiser

Sunshine Preschool and Daycare Fundraiser

Thursday, October 17th from 5pm-close - Help support Sunshine School by placing an order from Pizza Hut (dine in or carry out) and Sunshine will receive up to 20% of the total sales. You will need a voucher and it is attached. Your support would be greatly appreciated as the funds will be used towards replacement of the playground fence.

Cardinal Elementary's 5th Annual Trivia Night

Saturday, October 19, 2013
6:00pm until 10:00pm
Michel's Hall Maquoketa, IA

This is our annual fundraiser to help cover costs of field trips, assemblies, and upkeep of playground. It is also a REALLY FUN TIME!!! Get your teams of 8-10 people together! Our table theme this year is YOUR FAVORITE SONG. Cost is $10/person (must be 18 to participate). Please let me know if you need a form or stop by Cardinal School to grab one. All forms are due no later than October 4th. If you are unable to come but would like to support our students, we are looking for businesses and organizations to donate items/baskets for our silent auction. Doors open at 6 and trivia will be from 7-10. You may bring your own drinks/coolers but no hard liquor or food please. Sandwiches /snack trays will be available to purchase. Hope to see you there!!!!

Little Bear Park II - Officially OPEN

A community pulled together to volunteer in many ways getting our Little Bear Park renovated.

Lots of hard work and HOT days as well.

I enjoyed showing up every few days to cover the Volunteers working so hard with Photos and Video.

  "It is great to see how many people in the community came  together for a great cause."   -David Voy   

Here are Photos and Video of the complete OPENING Ceremonies of Little Bear Park II. more Photos and Video below, after the JUMP....