July 28, 2017
Fiber Fun - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd
St. SE (641-421-3666). Calling all creative and curious kids to learn the ways of
Wet Felt! Transform felt fivers into an amazing sculpture using your hands,
bubble wrap, water and soap. Event time: 9am-noon. Fee: $25, members $22. https://macniderart.org/
July
28, 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
July 28, 2017
Air Supply - Surf Ballroom, 460 N
Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). "Making
Love Out Of Nothing At All" solidified this Australian soft rock duo as a
permanent force in modern music. "Lost in Love", "All Out of
Love", "The One That You Love", and "Sweet Dreams"
have also each achieved multi-million plays on the radio. Doors open at
8pm. Tickets: $39.00 advanced/ $44.00 door. https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm
July 28, 2017
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 Clear Lake
Arts Center will offer a drop in garden-inspired art activity (kids must be
accompanied by an adult). Event time: 8:00am-11:00am. FREE admission. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
July 28, 2017
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/
July 28, 2017
Paul Weitzel & The
Hats -
Mason City Public Library (Library
Commons), 225 2nd St. SE (641-423-005). Paul Weitzel and The
Hats will play from 11am-1pm in the Library Commons at the Mason City Public
Library. Free admission. http://www.mcpl.org/
July 28, 2017
Yesterday & Today:
The Interactive Beatles Experience @ Friday Night Live - Central Park, Downtown
Mason City (641-494-0003). Bring your blanket and lawn chairs, and enjoy a night of
high energy and great music -FREE. Yesterday & Today: The Interactive
Beatles Experience is the ultimate experience for any hardcore Beatles fan or a
light listener of the famed group. The audience-driven show where YOU are able
to request your favorite tune; hence, no two shows are the same! Show starts at 7pm. http://www.niacc.edu/performing-arts-center/event/yesterday-and-today-the-interactive-beatles-experience/
July 28, 2017
New Trick - The Landing, 1603 S
Shore Dr, Clear Lake (641-357-5123). New Trick
is a classic rock band from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They LOVE to ROCK - Playing
classic rock music from the 70's, 80's and 90's. Event time:
7:30pm-10:30pm. No cover charge. http://stayclearlake.com/index.php
July 28- August 3,
2017
Exhibit: In Her Own
Right: Marion Mahony Griffin - Charles H. MacNider Art
Museum(Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Marion Mahony Griffin (1871-1961) was one of America’s
first woman architects, a Chicagoan also known as a skilled artist, environmentalist,
and community activist. A central contributor to the Prairie School of
Architecture, her drawings of the Unity Temple and many other projects
introduced Frank Lloyd Wright’s early work to the world. Mahony Griffin was the
first registered woman architect in Illinois who became a pioneer in
architecture and community planning. A key member of Wright’s Oak Park Studio
for 15 years, she and husband Walter Burley Griffin won the international
design competition for Canberra, Australia’s national capital. This exhibition
traces her early life, her personal and professional partnership with Griffin
on three continents, the final years of her life in Chicago—and sheds light on
the work and legacy of a Chicagoan of immense but often overlooked importance.
Exhibit will be on display until August 16, 2017. https://macniderart.org/
July 28 -July 31, 2017
2017 Photo Contest- Lime Creek Nature
Center, 3501 Lime Creek Road (641-423-5309). This photo contest is for
participants of all ages to showcase nature and activity photos taken at Lime
Creek or any of the Cerro Gordo Country Conservation areas. Photos may be taken
at any time of the year. The photo contest is open to everyone. No more than
three entries per contestant. 1st, 2nd & 3rd
place ribbons and cash awards will be given in three categories: Youth(K-8),
Youth (9-12), & Adults. There will be two rounds of judging. Initial
submission will only be accepted electronically via email until Monday, July
31, 11:00pm. Send submissions to LimeCreekPhotoContest@gmail.com
July 29, 2017
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/
July 29, 2017
Steve Earle & The
Dukes with the Mastersons - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr. Clear Lake
(641-357-6151). Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Steve Earles’ albums
seamlessly blend rock, folk and country. His debut record, Guitar Town, which
shot to number one on the country charts in 1986, immediately established the
term “New Country.” Doors open at 8pm. Tickets: $20.00 advanced/ $25.00 door. https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm
July 29, 2017
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
July 29, 2017
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. Time: 9am-12pm. https://www.facebook.com/clearlakefarmersmarket
July
29, 2017
Unity
in the Community Family Festival -
First Congregational UCC, 100 1st St. NE (641-423-0105). Fun for the
whole family! $6.00 per person entry includes: Family scavenger hunt (register
at 11:30am/hunt starts at 12pm), Inflatables, carnival games, kids crafts,
adult beanbag tournament & music.
Event time: 12:00pm-4:00pm. https://www.firstchurchinmc.org/
July
29, 2017
Paul
Micich Reception with World Port - Clear Lake Arts Center(Hanson Gallery &
Sukup Performing Arts Wing), 17 S 4th St., Clear Lake
(641-357-1998). Paul Micich's Meet the Artist Reception with live music by
WORLD PORT. Artist walk about 7pm. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl
July
29, 2017
Fade
to Black 7: Black in Iowa - The Main Event, 112 2nd
St. SE (641-201-1060). Show hosted by Day Day with opener David
Stephenson & KZ also featuring Dillion Meek. Doors open at 7pm, with show
starting at 8pm. Early birds get the best seats. Ticket prices are $20 in
advance ($25 at the door). http://www.themaineventmc.com/
July 29, 2017
Thrive 2017- Grace Church (church
lawn), 440 N Illinois. Outdoor concert
featuring Rend Collective, GAWVI, Mike Mains, & Shawn McDonald. Doors open
at 3:30pm/Concert at 5:00pm. Tickets $20.00 per person/ $15 per groups of 10+. Tickets available at https://www.itickets.com/events/370873.html
July 30, 2017
Summit USRA Weekly Racing Series: Lucas Oil ASCS
Natioinal Tour -
North Iowa Events Center, Hwy 122 West,
3700 4th SW (641-424-6515). Weekly racing series featuring: Lucas Oil ASCS National Sprint Car Dirt
Series plus Summit USRA Weekly Racing Series featuring USRA Stock Cars, USRA
B-Mods, USRA Hobby Stoc - Modifieds
have the night off. Times: Pit Gate opens at 4:00pm, Spectator Gates
5:00pm, Hot Laps: 6:00pm, racing to follow. Tickets - General Admission $20/ Juniors (13-16),
Seniors (65+), Military and First Responders with proper ID $17; Kids 12 &
under FREE; Pit Pass $35 http://masoncitymotorspeedway.com/schedule/
Sweetcorn Hamburger Feed - City Lake, City Park
(North End), Clear Lake. Evening Lions annual fundraiser for community projects
and Lion support. Serving will being at 11am and go until 3:00pm or until sold
out. Cost: adults $8, under 10 $5.
July 30, 2017
Picnics and Performances (Featuring BJ Huffman)- 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, BJ Huffman - singer, songwriter, performer (acoustic/pop music).
http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
July
31 – Aug 4, 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
