Jones County, Iowa

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OWLS Grapevine Wreath Workshop

Wild grapes are commonly found along riverbanks and fence rows. Take this common vine and turn it into a natural and unique wreath at a workshop on Thursday, November 19 at 10:00 AM at EB Lyons Interpretive Center, Dubuque.

Participants will learn to identify grapevine and how to harvest it. We will then create a wreath to use as décor for your home for the holidays.

This is an OWLS event sponsored by Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation departments.

OWLS events are open to all adults 18 years and older.

Free event.

Registration is required by November 17.

Register online at 3common.com/wreath.

For more information, call (563) 652-3783 or email Jess at jwagner@jacksoncounty.iowa.gov

This event will be held at EB Lyons Interpretive Center at 8991 Bellevue Heights Rd, Dubuque, IA 52003

OWLS Soap Making Workshop

Explore the history, chemistry, and process of making homemade bar soap at a workshop on Thursday, December 10. This 2-hour workshop will be held at Central Park starting at 10:00 AM.  

Participants will learn the cold process soap method using lye and customize their own bar of soap to take home. Whether you are using it as gifts or for personal use, you're sure to be hooked on your first batch!  

Enjoy lunch provided by the Friends of Jones County Conservation & Nature Center.

Cost is $10 per person, lunch provided. Register online at 3common.com/soapclass.

For more information, contact Jones County Conservation at 563-487-3541.

Central Park is located at 12515 Central Park Rd. Center Junction, Iowa.  

This is an OWLS event and is open to all adults. OWLS (Older, Wiser, Livelier Souls) events are a collaboration between Dubuque, Jackson, and Jones County Conservation Departments.