December 27, 2016
Paint like Van Gogh - Clear Lake Arts
Center, 17 S 4th St, Clear Lake
(641.357.1998). Join Christina Newton at the Clear Lake Arts Center for an
evening of fun, friends and artistic expression, beginning at 6:30pm. Soft
drink and light snacks will be served. Wine and beer will be available to
purchase. Prices depending on size of canvas, $35 or $32.
December 27, 2016
Kids & Canvas - Clear Lake Arts
Center, 17 S 4th St, Clear Lake
(641.357.1998). An adult and child paining party for families looking for something
different to do over Christmas Break. Time:1:30, cost is $40 per parent &
child.
December 28 & 29,
2016
Little Chefs Camps - Mason City Recreation
Office, 326 4th St. NE (641-421-3673). Tiny tot camp for 4-6 years
old at 12:30pm, elementary camp for 7-10 years old at 2pm. Fee $20 for
residents $22 for non-resident. Holiday treats will be on the agenda!
December 28-30, 2016
4-H Rocket Science
Camp- Mason
City Recreation Office, 326 4th St. NE (641-421-3673). For 5th
- 8th graders from 9am-11am. Fee: $30 for resident $32 for
non-resident. Basic aerodynamic principles of flight. Explore how astronauts
live in space. Construct a rocket!
December 28-30, 2016
Youth Basketball Camps
- NIACC
Recreational Center, 500 College Dr.
(641-423-1264). Boys and girls 5 years of age to 6th grade are
welcomed to participate in NIACC Youth Basketball Camps. 5 years old to
kindergarten at 9:00am, 1st & 2nd graders at 10am, 3rd
& 4th graders at 11am and 5th & 6th
graders at 1:15pm. Registration deadline is Tuesday, December 20. Fee: $15 for
resident, $17 non-resident. $10/$12 if register for MC Recreational Basketball
leagues. Call 641-421-3673 to register or more information.
December 28, 2016
Christmas Break at
Lime Creek- Lime
Creek Nature Center, 3501 Lime Creek Rd. (641-423-5309). It's time to get the
kids out of the house for some fresh air! All ages are invited to join for a
snowshoe hike in search of wildlife signs, followed by an animal tracks
activity in the nature center. If there is no snow we'll take the hike without
snowshoes. There will be a warm fire burning and hot chocolate will be served!
Time: 1pm-3pm. There is no charge but
registration is required - call 641-423-5309. Children must be accompanied by
an adult.
December 29, 2016
Winter Break - Arctic
Animals - MacNider
Art Museum, 303 Second St. SE (641-421-3666). Wintertime is here! Break the
humdrums with some freezer-y fun! Sign up to make some Arctic Critters. Snacks
provided. Recommended ages 5-12, 9am-12pm.
December 30, 2016
North Iowa Bulls
Hockey vs. Rochester-
North Iowa Ice Arena at North Iowa Events Center, Hwy 122 West, 3700 4th St SW
(641-423-4625). Starts: 7:30pm.
Admission: $10 adults; child under 18 & seniors 65+ $6; military/college
student (ID required) $8. For more information: www.northiowabulls.com
December 31, 2016
New Years Eve Party
(featuring Howl 2 Go By Howl At The Moon Dueling Pianos) - Surf Ballroom, 460 N
Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Enjoy an exciting night with the dueling
pianos- which includes a drummer and a guitarist and guarantees a full night of
dancing and fun! Doors open at 8pm. Tickets: $20 Adv/ $25 Door.
December 31, 2016
Comedian: Mike Brody -
Main
Event, 112 Second St. S.E., (641-201-1060). Two shows 7:30pm & 9:30pm.
Tickets are $20 in advance (cash or check) at the Fox Studios, 201 N.
Federal Ave or $25 at the door. www.mikebrody.com
December 31, 2016 -
January 1, 2017
North Iowa Youth
Center New Year's Eve Party - North Iowa Events Center, All Season
Building, hwy 122 west, 3700 4th St. SW. Family, youth oriented,
friendly fun for everyone. Inflatables, music, food, games and more. Come out
and enjoy all or part of you New Years Eve! Admission is $5 kids, $1 adults.
Time: 5pm-12am