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Canadian Pacific Holiday Train to stop in Marquette

Sunday, December 4th, 2011

Marquette, Iowa –

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train will be making a stop in Marquette, Iowa on Friday, December 9 at 5:30pm.  Caroling and chestnuts roasting on an open fire begin at 4:30.

The Canadian Pacific train is adorned with hundreds of thousands of lights and serves as a stage for live musical performances. It is an extravagant sight and an event full of holiday cheer. The brightly decorated train will stop at Marquette’s Riverfront Marina at 5:20pm on Friday, December 9th.

The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is truly “Making a difference, one stop at a time” and we are honored to be one of only two stops being made in Iowa this year! I encourage everyone in the area to come out and enjoy the festivities. Beginning at 4:30 enjoy carolers and chestnuts roasting on an open fire! A great way to get in the Holiday spirit!” -Bethany Reed, Executive Director of the McGregor Marquette Chamber of Commerce.


This stop will help the community and surrounding area collect food and money for the Clayton County Food Shelf. The following businesses will have drop boxes for food donations: Crazy Carl’s Silver Dollar, Creative Enz, Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette Café, McGregor Pharmacy and The Paper Moon. All are asked to bring a donation of nonperishable food items or a monetary donation to the area business or to the Holiday Train that evening. See you there!

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Flea Market, Fall Arts & Crafts Festival in Marquette & McGregor, Iowa

Sunday, October 2nd, 2011

McGregor, IA Chamber of Commerce

Each year travelers flock to Marquette and McGregor, Iowa to witness the glorious river bluffs bursting with fall color. The leaves are beginning their change which means the Marquette Flea Market and the McGregor Fall Arts and Crafts Festivals are right around the corner!

The events take place each year, during the first two full weekends in October. This year visit Marquette and McGregor October 1-2 and October 8-9. Both festivals will take place from 9 to 5 on Saturday and 10 to 3 on Sunday, rain or shine.

The Fall Arts and Crafts Festival is held at Triangle Park in McGregor. Numerous vendors sell handcrafted arts and crafts. Food vendors sell a wide array of items such as kettle corn, brats, fresh cheese curds and more.

Shop a great array of antiques, crafts and collectibles at the Flea Market which takes place under the Bridge in Marquette. This popular event offers great deals on unique items.

When you’re finished visiting the Flea Market and Arts and Crafts Festival, explore the historic downtown streets and take in all of what Marquette and McGregor have to offer. Enjoy unique restaurants, specialty and antique shops, guided riverboat tours, spas, a winery, brewery and casino, Pikes Peak State Park and Effigy Mounds National Monument. Enjoy endless possibilities in Marquette and McGregor, Iowa. This Could be your Weekend!

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Lone Wolf LIVE Schedule Amazing

Monday, September 26th, 2011

The Lone Wolf  Bar in Marquette at the Lady Luck Casino is well know for their Las Vegas like entertainment lineup.  This upcoming month of entertainment is a super stacked, high powered line up including a Tom Petty tribute band call Free Fallin:
All shows are from 7pm to 11pm.

September 24 Denny and the D.C. Drifters 50’s and 60’s
October 1 Challenger Classic Rock
October 8 Crazy Keys Dueling Pianos
October 15 Missbehavin Variety
October 22 The Wundo Band Classic Rock
October 29 Free Fallin’ Tom Petty Tribute Band Tickets $10

Buzztime Trivia™
Every Friday in September & October

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1st Annual Marquette Car Show – September 24th, 2011

Thursday, September 15th, 2011
Marquette, IA –  The Marquette Action Club would like to announce the 1st Annual Marquette Car Show. This first time event will be held Saturday, September 24th, 4:30pm-dark. Participants and onlookers are encouraged to meet under the bridge in Marquette.

After the car show please join 50s & 60s band, Denny and the DC Drifters in celebrating this event from 7-11pm in the Lone Wolf Lounge at Lady Luck Casino. Must be 21 years or older to enter.
There is still time to participate! There is no registration fee for participants, as well as no fee for onlookers! For more information please contact Sean Pennington with Lady Luck Casino at (563) 873-6665 or Mary Jo Pirc with the Marquette Action Club at (563) 873-3521.

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McGregor & Marquette are Celebrating a “Good Ole Summertime” Labor Day

Monday, August 29th, 2011

McGregor, IA – August 23, 2011 – McGregor & Marquette are full of affordable family fun opportunities Labor Day weekend. Discover treasures such as antiques, crafts and collectibles at the Flea Market under the bridge in Marquette, all weekend long, Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

On Saturday, September 3rd, join us for kid’s games and fresh squeezed lemonade in downtown McGregor starting at 9:00am. The Labor Day Parade Steps off at 11:00am.
The Grand Marshall is Mr. Bart Knight. Bart is a longtime community character and is loved by all. He has been and continues to be active in many community events. Don’t miss the Pocket City Lawn Chair Drill Team, area fire trucks and many other great parade entries!

There is still time to register your float to march in celebration of Labor Day. There is no entry fee and prizes will be awarded to parade entrants displaying the most creative portrayal of the parade theme; “Good Ole Summertime”. Contact the McGregor-Marquette Chamber of Commerce to register for the parade.

Bring your lawn chair and be sure to see the free Hole in the Sock Gang Street Theater Shootout at 1:00pm at Triangle Park.

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Unique Day planned for the Ladies

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

PDRI and McGregor Marquette Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the 1st annual tri-community Girl’s Get Away on Saturday, March 26.

Tri Community Ladies Day Out

This is going to be a fun filled day of relaxation, learn how to treat yourself, and shopping.
There are three types of workshops:

  • Homemade Simple
  • Artist’s Desire
  • Spa Retreat

Each lady can enjoy four workshops within any theme, a $5 lunch coupon to use at their choice of a participating restaurant. We still have openings in some workshops. There will be open registration on Saturday, March 26 from 10 am to 12pm at Curious Cup. Read about the workshops here.
The first 5 women to walk-in and register on Saturday Morning will receive a free Lady Luck Casino buffet.
The fun doesn’t end at 4pm. There will be Laughing Yoga starting at 6:30pm followed by Crazy Key’s Dueling Pianos at the Lady Luck Casino Lone Wolf Lodge.

The cost is $30, which includes a $5off lunch voucher, four workshops, door prizes, and live entertainment.

To register, please visit Tri Community Ladies Day Out or call 563-873-2186.

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Collin Raye will play the Lone Wolf Bar

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

Award winning, country music superstar, Collin Raye will appear on stage at the Lone Wolf Bar at the Lady Luck Casino in Marquette on Friday, July 23 • 7:00pm & 9:00pm.

Don’t miss this special acoustic show featuring country hits like “That’s My Story,” “Little Rock” , and the unforgettable mega hit, “I think about you.” Plus so much more. Tickets are $20 in advance or $30 at the door. Tickets may be purchased at The Buffet or by calling 1-800-496-8238.

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McGregor Marquette is where it’s at Memorial Weekend

Wednesday, May 26th, 2010

Spring Arts & Crafts Festival, Triangle Park, McGregor.  Purchase handmade arts & crafts  including drawings,  paintings, wood, fiber arts, jewelry, ceramics, pottery, and more.  Live music, wonderful food all in historic downtown McGregor! More Info

Flea Market Under the Bridge, Marquette.  Shop for antiques and other unique and hard-to-find collectibles at bargain prices at our popular Flea Market.   More Info

Pocket City Pub, McGregor, IA

Pocket City Pub: Come join us at Pocket City Pub in McGregor, Iowa Memorial day weekend. The arts and crafts will be right across the street at triangle park. After an afternoon of shopping our local crafts and antiques we offer the coldest beer in town. Our Bloody Mary’s are hard to beat. We like to think a weekend with us is just another day in paradise. We appreciate your business.

Old Man River Restaurant & Brewery will be serving the following menu:

Memorial Day Weekend Dinner Features

Appetizer

Firecracker Shrimp

Five Wild Gulf Shrimp Stuffed with Crab & Jalapenos, Bacon Wrapped & Broiled

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Fresh Catch of the Day

Fresh Ahi Tuna

Seven Ounce Fresh Sashimi Grade Ahi Steak with Apricot Glaze & Fresh Salsa

On a Bed of Tarragon Rice & Fresh Sautéed Vegetables

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*New York Strip with Roberts Sauce

Twelve Ounce New York Strip

Topped with a Rich Sauce of Red Wine, Wild Mushrooms, Shallots,

Roma Tomatoes, Onions, Garlic & Demi-glace

Choice of Side & Fresh Sautéed Vegetables

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*Herbed Crusted Prime Rib au Jus

Hand Rubbed with Our Fresh Blend of Herbs & Spices, Slow Roasted

Choice of Side & Fresh Sautéed Vegetables & Sautéed Wild Mushrooms

King Cut – 14 oz

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Queen Cut – 12 oz

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Bar-b-Que’d Ribs

Full Rack of Baby Back Pork Ribs, Baked Beans & Corn on the Cob

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Wine

Serenity – Brassfield Estate – California

Albariño – Burgans – Spain

Sweet Red – Side Yard – Germany

Grenacha – Evodia – Spain

Choco-Vine: Taste of Dutch Chocolate & Red Wine – Holland

Very Nice as a Dessert Wine

As Always, Our Decadent Desserts are Created in House from Scratch!

*The Consumption of Raw or Undercooked Meat & Eggs May Be Harmful to Your Health.

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McGregor’s Winter Triathlon a Can’t Miss February Event

Sunday, February 14th, 2010


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Mar-Mac Friends Helping Friends Committee is sponsoring its 6th annual Winter Triathlon and Benefit on Friday and Saturday, February 19th and 20th. The benefit is dedicated to area needy families and senior citizens. The group realizes these economic times have lead to greater need. This volunteer group organizes benefits for families and seniors that have a need regardless of the cause from home fires to cancer. This year’s events are fun filled with a jam packed schedule of events.  Read on! Be sure to check out the impressive list of raffle prizes… (more…)

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