RAGBRAI® in Allamakee County
Waukon RAGBRAI reveals town logo, theme and July 28 entertainment
Waukon RAGBRAI leaders unveiled their selection for the town logo and theme in conjunction with RAGBRAI's July 28 overnight visit to Waukon and Allamakee County at the April 18 town meeting held at Iron Ridge Church in Waukon. Out of more than 60 submitted entries, the theme of "A Week Behind Handlebars" was chosen by involved committee leaders from an anonymous submission, along with the logo pictured above that plays off the Monopoly® board game.
"The theme 'A Week Behind Handlebars' is a nod to Waukon being the last overnight stop and the week bicyclists have spent riding. The board game aspect is just some fun and whimsy. There will be a lot of creative things done with that for decoration and community involvement," explained Waukon RAGBRAI Committee leaders in regard to the selection.
Along with the unveiling of the theme and logo, Waukon RAGBRAI also revealed its selection for entertainment on the main stage in the downtown area for that July 28 overnight visit. "Hairball" is a hard-rock tribute band based out of Minnesota that has been performing since early in the new millennium. In addition to covering the music of such recognizable acts as Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey and Aerosmith, among many others, "Hairball" shows also include a full visual component, including pyrotechnics and other theatrical elements, making them a favorite of RAGBRAI participants.
"Hairball" is set to hit the stage, which will be located at the downtown intersection of Main Street and Spring Avenue, following the 7 p.m. opening act of "El Caminos," a band featuring several Waukon natives. Further details about the July 28 entertainment will be published when finalized.
Lansing RAGBRAI sponsoring Art Sculpture Contest for EACSD students; Apply by May 1
Lansing RAGBRAI is sponsoring an Art Sculpture Contest open to all students in the Eastern Allamakee Community School District in conjunction with RAGBRAI's visit to Lansing in late July of this year. The art piece should be a bicycle-themed display constructed of at least three bicycle parts, accessories or hardware attached to a supplied pole.
There are five grade categories, including PK-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12, with each category awarding one $25 cash prize and a $100 grand prize being awarded for the overall winning entry. These artworks will be displayed in the downtown Lansing flower pots and part of the community's decoration for the RAGBRAI Final Day.
Contestants must be enrolled in the Eastern Allamakee Community School District (EACSD) during the 2016-2017 school year or in an organization affiliated with EACSD (4-H, Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts, Cub Scouts, Brownies etc). Main Street Lansing will provide a 2"x2"x96" pole as a base, with a total of 18 possible entries. A student that participates within a group is also eligible to participate as an individual.
Application deadline is May 1, with art piece submission by June 30. The sculptures will be on display July 1 through Labor Day, September 4 of this year. Application forms are available by contacting Craig White at director@lansingmatters.com.
