Friday, November 11, 2016

Here's What's Going On Around Here!

November 11-13, 2016
After the Fall - Mason City Community Theatre 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. A man confides in a friend, in the background are key figures in his life, and they move in and out of narrative. They bring the tortured image of his mother's death and of his mother's fury with his father. These intertwining images bring back the memories of inquisition when men were asked to name names of those who had joined with them in a communism that they mistook for a better future…

November 11, 2016
BJ Huffman – Mason City Brewing, 28 E. State Street (641-423-1080). Enjoy live music – starting at 8pm.

November 11, 2016
Live Music - Lorados, 18 S. Federal Ave. 'Six Pool' starts at 9pm.

November 11-12, 2016
In-Home Business & Craft Show - Willlowbrook Mall, 1631 4th St. SW (641-424-4002). Friday: 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-3pm. For questions call Glenys Scloemer 641-530-0837

November 11, 2016
The River & The Thread: Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal - NIACC Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188). Singer/songwriter Cash and musical director, guitarist and husband Leventhal will perform a highly-acclaimed and three-time Grammy® winning album, 'The River & The Thread'. It is a collection of original songs that connect and reconnect Cash to the American South, the place of her birth and the home of her ancestors. Show begins at 7:30. Tickets start at $20.  Call or order online for tickets at www.niacc.edu/boxoffice

November 12, 2016
Live Music – Kristy Neidlinger – FION BISTRO, 107 S. Delaware Ave. (641-529-7645)

November 12, 2016
Wine Tasting Fundraiser - Bolan Schoolhouse & Cultural Center, 4206 Tulip lane, Kensett, Iowa. The Bolan Schoolhouse will host a Wine Tasting Fundraiser from 1 to 4pm. For a $12 donation attendees can enjoy wine samples, snacks and appetizers and musical entertainment of Betsy and Tom of Betty & the Gents. There will be a large variety of Iowa wines to taste.

November 12, 2016
Flash Back - VFW 1733 1603 S. Monroe Ave. Enjoy a spaghetti supper starting at 4:30pm and live music from 7pm-11pm  with 'Flash Back'.

November 12, 2016
Little River Band - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-6151). A blend of musicians performing great vocals of the '70's & 80's. Little River Band is considered to be one of Australia's most significant bands. 
Tickets: $25 advanced/ $30 at the door. Doors open at 8pm.

November 12, 2016
MacNider Anniversary Film - MacNider Art Museum 302 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666).  A film celebrating the MacNider Museum's 50th anniversary will be shown at 10am in the Salsbury Room. There will be a reception with coffee and rolls. The film's director Paul Micich and the museum staff will be on hand to answer questions. The public is invited to this free event.

November 13, 2016
Travel & Adventure Film Series “Hawaii and the South Pacific”– NIACC, 500 College Drive (641-422-4358)
Films that appeal to a wide audience of travelers. Beautiful scenery, out-of-the-ordinary locations, various cultures, and people depicted throughout the films. 1st Citizens Bank will be sponsoring the November film series -  FREE admission. Starts at 2PM.

November 13, 2016
The North Iowa Coin, Stamp and Currency Show- Best Western Holiday Lodge, 2023 7th Ave. N Clear Lake (641-357-5253). From 9am-4pm this family-friendly market will feature items in all price ranges. There will be 20 tables of coins, stamps, gold, silver collectible currency and collecting supplies. Dealers from Iowa and Minnesota will offer free appraisals and will buy sell and trade.

November 14, 2016
After School Special Talkin' Turkey! - Lime Creek Nature Center, 3501 Lime Creek Road  (641-423-5309). 'Parent/Child' program will include a presentation about the wild turkey and a fun craft activity for the kids. Event is from 4-5pm.

November 14, 2016
Rising Country Star Jenn Bostic - Stillman Auditorium, 1601 Third Ave N., Clear Lake (641-357-6518). The Clear lake Area Concert Association will present young country artist Jenn Bostic at 7pm. Based in Nashville this Minnesota native is returning to the Midwest to share her beautiful voice piano skills and hot guitar.

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