August 10, 2017
Tiny Tot Nature Camp- Lime Creek Nature Center, 3501 Lime Creek Rd, (641-423-5309). Children ages 4-6 will get to know the creatures of the pond, woods, and prairie through stories, crafts, and more! Fee is $20 which includes a daily snack. Sponsored by the Lime Creek Nature Center and Mason City Recreation Department. Camp runs from 9am-10:15am. http://www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us/departments/lime-creek-nature-center
Insectigations - Lime Creek Nature Center, 3501 Lime Creek Road (641-423-5309). Children ages
7 & 8 will learn all about the fascinating world of bugs and their amazing
behaviors at this hands-on camp. Fee is $20 which includes a daily
snack. Sponsored by the Lime Creek Nature Center and Mason City
Recreation Department. Registration required.10:45am -12pm www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us/departments/lime-creek-nature-center/
Thursdays on Main - Downtown Clear Lake from 6-9pm. Enjoy a
car show, music, food, family activities and much more. Movie in City Park at
9pm. Call Clear Lake Chamber (641-357-2159) for more information. www.facebook.com/ThursdaysOnMain/
August Bottle Share- Fat
Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Join Fat Hill Brewing the
second Thursday of each month from 4-8pm for Bottle Share Night! Craft beer
lovers are encouraged to bring at least 16 ounces of a new, rare, old, oddball
or just plain delicious beer they'd like to share. Whether it’s a 2004
Cantillon Loerik you traded a kidney for, or just a great pale ale you had at
the tiny brewery near your grandma’s house last weekend, beer geeks are
encouraged to bring anything they’d like to share. If you’re a big enough beer nerd to have a favorite
sampling glass, feel free to bring it. If not, we’ve got a clean glass for you!
This is a casual, come-and-go-as-you-please event. There is no fee, but we do
suggest a generous tip for your friendly bartender who will be cleaning up
after us all night. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/
Artist of the Month- Art on the Plaza, 11 S. Federal
(319-461-1031). Art on the Plaza, an artist owned gallery will feature Lori
Biwer-Stewart. The public is welcomed to meet the artist and enjoy a beverage
and snack from 3pm-6pm. https://www.facebook.com/Art-On-The-Plaza-artist-gallery-583582505012376/
August
11, 2017
Summer Arts Program - Clear
Lake Arts Center (CL Tel Studio), 17 S. 4th Street, Clear Lake, Iowa
(641-357-1998). Aspiring young artist are invited to participate in numerous
artful experience this summer at the Clear Lake Arts Center from 10:30am to
Noon on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. This program is open to all ages
(children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult). Class fee is $8 per class
or purchase a punch card with 5 punches for $30. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl
Exhibit: Hava Hegenbarth: Capturing the Natural World - Charles H. MacNider
Art Museum(Center Space Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). The Charles H. MacNider Art Museum is pleased to highlight
the whimsical images created by Mason City artist, Hava Hegenbarth. Hava Hagenbarth: Capturing The Natural World, includes
29 prints and drawings. Hagenbarth’s artwork, featuring an assortment of
animals and natural landscapes, will transport the viewer to the continent of
Africa without leaving North Iowa. Hegenbarth is retired from the U.S. Foreign
Service where she served primarily in Africa. She always had a love and
talent for art but pursued other interests in her career. She now has the
free time to create the art she loves and share it with Museum visitors. Exhibit
will be on display until September 23, 2017 - open during normal museum hours. https://macniderart.org/
North Iowa Farmers
Market -
Located the corner of 1st NE & N Delaware – Parking lot South of
the First Congregational Church Enjoy the good old home grown fruits and
vegetables and homemade baked goods, 4pm to 6:30pm. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/
Comedy Open Mic Night - FION BARRA Ales
& Spirits, 107 Delaware Ave (641-201-1687). Open mic night at FION! Gather
your best comedy acts and share it with the crowd while enjoying your favorite
glass of wine or beer - starts at 9pm. No admission charge. http://www.fionbarra.com/
Sun Dogs - The Landing, 1603 S
Shore Dr, Clear Lake (641-357-5123). The Sundogs
sound is a blend of roots reggae, rock, vintage country, and dub with a
psychedelic twist. Event time: 7:30pm-10:30pm. No cover charge. http://stayclearlake.com/index.php
Fresh on Friday's - Central Gardens, 800 2nd
Avenue North (641-357-0700). Enjoy the ever-changing beauty of Central Gardens.
Come relax, learn and share. Young and old, the garden is a place of interest
to all. Coffee & seasonal refreshments served on the patio. The August
program will offer a variety of activities to get kids moving in the garden!
Yoga, dance, and bubbles (kids must be accompanied by an adult). Event time:
8:00am-11:00am. FREE admission. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
Live
Music: Paul Weitzel & The Hats -
Mason City Public Library (Library Commons), 225 2nd St. SE,
(641-421-3668). Enjoy free live music in the Library Commons from 11am to 1pm.
Free and open to the public. http://www.mcpl.org/
August 11 - 12, 2017
Clear Lake City Wide
Garage Sales - Families,
clubs and organizations are invited to participate in Clear Lake City-Wide
Garage Sales. This community event if fun for collectors, families and bargain
hunters from around the area. http://www.clreporter.com
August 12, 2017
Art Bugs (Summer Camping Fun) - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Art Bugs ages 2-4 is an art class for the smallest of artists. Explore a variety of mediums in these classes. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Time: 10am-11am/Fee: $9, members $8. https://macniderart.org/
Art Bugs (Summer Camping Fun) - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Art Bugs ages 2-4 is an art class for the smallest of artists. Explore a variety of mediums in these classes. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Time: 10am-11am/Fee: $9, members $8. https://macniderart.org/
Roller Skating - Roller City, 600 2nd
NW (641-423-2000). Afternoon Skate: 1pm-4pm - The most popular session for
parties and larger groups; $5/skater & $15/family. Night skate: 7pm-10pm -
Most popular skating session with Jackpot Dice Game much more; $8/skater. www.myrollercity.com
Comedian Bob Zany - The Main Event, 2nd
St. SE (641-201-1060). Zany has appeared on more than a thousand national TV
shows, including a 17-year stint on Jerry Lewsis Telethon. His film credits
include "Joe Dirt" "The informant”, and "23 Minutes to
Sunrise" He has performed in all 50 states, D.C. and multiple countries
and his radio appearances include the "Zany Report" on the Bob &
Tom Show. Doors open at 6:30pm with the show starting at 7:00pm. Tickets are
$15 in advance and $18 at the door. http://www.themaineventmc.com/
Live Music: Wayward- FION BARRA Ales
& Spirits, 107 Delaware Ave (641-201-1687). Enjoy free lively acoustic
music by Wayward, starting at 7pm - Beer, wine and appetizers served at the
bar. http://www.fionbarra.com/
Architectural Walking
Tour - Charles
H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Scheduled tours
are seasonal and weather permitting. Please call ahead to reserve your spot or
if you are wondering about weather. Tours start at 9am and last around 45
minutes. Please call 641-421-3666 or
email dstraw@masoncity.net to
register. The cost is $5 per person. Explore Mason City's treasured Prairie
School Architectural heritage. See the largest grouping of homes on a unified
site, ending at a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1908, his first in
Iowa. https://macniderart.org/
Mason City Bike Night
- The
Place 2B, 116 N. Federal Ave (641-590-3918). Noon-1:30 - Registration at Mason
City Powersports (12499 265 St.); Bike Stops: Rumorz, Clear Lake; Debs Wildhorse
Saloon, Sheffield; Whitetail's, Marble Rock; City Tap, Charles City; Tank's,
Rudd & ending at the Place 2B. Beer
garden, Mr. Taco, Black Dog BBQ, & live music by the Chocolate Crackers.
Must be 21 with valid ID. http://bit.ly/2ttHVyB
Farmers Market - Surf Ballroom Parking
Lot, 460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, IA (641-231-6588). The mission of the
Clear Lake Farmers Market is to offer healthy, fresh produce and handcrafted
products to consumers while building community connections and supporting the
local economy. Event time: 9am-12pm. https://www.facebook.com/clearlakefarmersmarket
Moonlight Movies – East Park Band Shell. “Jumanji”. Movies are free and begin at dusk;
Pre-Movie activities & fun 6pm-8pm.
FAM
BAM Color Jam - City Park, Clear Lake. Families First Counseling Services is pleased to
announce the fourth annual FAM BAMCOLOR JAM a 5K Family Color Run/Walk. This is
a family friendly color run/walk and all proceeds go right back to your
community. Come get colorful for a cause! Price for children under 18 until
July 24th: $25.00 Price for children under 18 after July 24th: $30.00 Price for
adults ages 18+ until July 24th: $30.00 Price for adults ages 18+ after July
24th: $35.00 Special Family Pricing until July 24th ONLY: $100.00 for a family
of five (max 2 adults). Registration starts at 9:30, run starts at 10:30 https://www.facebook.com/FAMBAMCOLORJAM/
August 12 - 13, 2017
Outdoor Archery Shoot
(600 Round)- Mohawk
Archery Club, 15805 County Rd. B20 (641-430-5498). 600 round. Registration:
9am-10:30am; scorecards turned in by 1pm. Admission: $12 adults, $6 youth ages
12 to 15, 11 & under free. Spectators - FREE www.mohawkarchery.org
August 13, 2017
Weekly Racing Series + Hunt for the Casey's USMTS
National Championship - North
Iowa Events Center, Hwy 122 West, 3700 4th SW (641-424-6515). Weekly
racing series featuring: USMTS Modifieds plus Summit USRA Weekly Racing Series
featuring USRA Stock Cars, USRA B-Mods, USRA Hobby Stocks and Rookies Rockin’
USRA Tuners. Times: Pit Gate Opens 4:00, Spectator Gates Open
5:00, Hot Laps 6:00, Racing to follow. Tickets: General Admission $20; Seniors (65+), Military
and First Responders with proper i.d. $18; Youth (11-16) $10; Kids 10
& Under FREE; Pit Pass $35. http://masoncitymotorspeedway.com/schedule/
August 13, 2017
BIG BAND SERIES: Sentimental Swing Orchestra - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr. Clear Lake
(641-357-6151). Doors open at 5:30pm. Tickets: $10.00 https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm
August 13, 2017
Rockwell Kicken' & Chicken - Ziedler Park, located
on B60 East, Rockewell, IA (641-422-4906). Sponsored by the Rockwell Lions Club
chicken BBQ and car show, starting at 11am. http://www.rockwellialions.com/
August 13, 2017
Picnics and Performances (Featuring Spenser Rahm) - Central Gardens of
North Iowa, 800 2nd Ave N. (641-357-0700). Join us from 5 to 6 p.m. to enjoy the beauty of the
Gardens in a family-friendly environment. Admission is free and attendees are
encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, picnics and beverages. Featured
entertainment, Spenser Rahm performing country rock. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
