As part of Dubuque Rendezvous—A Cooler World Gathering, join the Dubuque Interfaith Green Coalition for a four-part embodied, meditative, and ritual exploration of Earth’s 13.8-billion-year story of cosmic and biological evolution. This contemplative experience culminates in honoring the elements of Air, Water, Earth, and Fire, reflecting the theme days of the Rendezvous and the emergence of Earth’s Community of Life—including our own interconnected birth stories.
This ritual is adapted from the original creative work of Sr. Miriam MacGillis, OP, known as “The Cosmic Walk,” and will be presented by Patricia M. Bombard, BVM, and Mary Jo McDermott.
Across four sites in Dubuque, participants are invited into a sequential journey through story, movement, reflection, and ritual engagement with the natural world.
Event Schedule & Locations
Air
Eagle Point Park
June 25, 2026
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Water
National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
June 26, 2026
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Earth
Dubuque Farmers Market
June 27, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Fire
Dubuque Museum of Art
June 27, 2026
6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
About Dubuque Rendezvous—A Cooler World Gathering
Dubuque Rendezvous is a cultural, community gathering and climate forum in Dubuque running from June 25–28, 2026. The event brings together artistic exhibits, environmental perspectives, creative dialogue, and sustainable practices to support the Mississippi River and local communities.
Throughout the gathering, the elements of air, water, earth, and fire will guide daily programming. Additional activities include a clothing swap, bird watching, community dance party, open art wall, and more. Workshops, performances, and presentations continue to be added as the schedule evolves.
Learn more and stay updated here:
- Website: Dubuque Rendezvous
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