August 24-27, 2017
Noises Off- Mason City Community
Theatre, 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424) Called the funniest farce ever written,
Noises Off presents a manic menagerie as a cast of itinerant actors rehearsing
a flop called Nothing's On. Doors Slamming, on and offstage intrigue, and an
errant herring all figures in the plot of this hilarious and classically comic
play. Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Thurs-Sat time 7pm; Sun time 2pm www.mccommunitytheatre.com
August 25, 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/
August 25, 2017
A Reservation For
Murder -
Park Inn Hotel, 15 W. State Street, (641-423-0689). Join us for an evening of
scandal and fun as the mysterious death of a North Iowa resident unfolds around
you at the hotel! Friday night's mystery includes appetizers, one drink and the
mystery, all for $50 per person. A cash bar will be available. Attire is
casual, and prizes are up for grabs! Get your ticket before they sell out!
Available at the Wright on the Park gift shop (17 S. Federal Ave), or at the
Historic Park Inn Hotel (cash or check only at HPI). To reserve your spot with
credit card, call Wright on the Park - 641-423-0689. Event time: 6pm-10pm. http://wrightonthepark.org/
August 25-31, 2017
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/
August 25, 2017
MMA Cage Fights -
North Iowa Events Center (All Seasons Building), 3700 4th St. SW
(641-423-3811). Main Event professional title: Frank Young Vs Calvin Grube.
Followed by 13 other MMA fights. GIRLFIGHT!! Shelby Strong vs Cori Noble. This
event will be the biggest and best MMA fights you have seen anywhere around
here! Sanctioned by Iowa Athletic Commission, OFFICIAL! Tickets are General
admission $25|table seating $40|VIP $50 pre sale. All tickets go up $5 at the
door day of event. Don't miss your chance on a deal on tickets and assigned
seating, by getting your tickets from your favorite local MMA fighter, box
office at the North Iowa Events Center, or Mike Estus ticket line 641-210-5081.
Other entertainment; 50/50 raffle, ring card girls, food, DJ, announcer,
vendors, drinks, and a PACKED HOUSE! Event time: 6pm-11pm. http://www.northiowaeventscenter.org/
August 25, 2017
Comedy Special-Funny Has No Color 3- FION BARRA Ales &
Spirits, 107 Delaware Ave (641-201-1687). Day Peace third produced FHNC comedy
showcase! FHNC is a concept show of Day Day (Host), Jason Clemens (opener),
Pierre Douglas (feature), Ashli R.' Nai (special guest), & James
Wells(closer). Show starts at 8:00pm.
$5.00 cover charge. http://www.fionbarra.com/
August 25, 2017
Preservation Celebration (Fresh on Fridays, Season
Finale) - Central
Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Avenue North (641-357-0700). Central
Gardens invites the public to a fun celebration at the garden! Taste test a
variety of locally made breads, jams, jellies and pickles while learning how to
save seeds and preserve flowers, veggies and more! Enjoy a "bee walk"
through the garden led by a local beekeeper. Make an up-cycled garden project with help from the Iowa Waste
Exchange. Learn about the benefits of Kombucha from a local dietitian. Iowa State
Extension will answer your questions on canning and freezing the garden's
bounty. Kids can taste, explore and harvest from the Kids' Bee Happy garden.
This event is free and all ages are welcomed. Event time: 9am-11am. http://centralgardensnorthiowa.com/
August 26, 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
August 26, 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. Event time: 9am-12pm. https://www.facebook.com/clearlakefarmersmarket
August 26, 2017
Men’s 50 Older
Softball Tournament- Frederick
Hanford Softball Complex, 23rd SW (641-423-6640). 10 teams will be
participating throughout the day.
August 26, 2017
Harvest Festival - First United Methodist
Church, 119 S. Georgia Ave (641-423-4905). Children's activities - Blow-ups,
photo booth, kids tractor pull, games and more! Pork chop & sweet corn meal
available for drive thru or dine in. Event time: 11am-6pm. http://firstunitedmethodistchurchmc.org/
August 26, 2017
End of Summer Bash: A fundraiser for the Humane Society
of North Iowa- Clear Lake Yacht Club, 103 Main Avenue Clear Lake (641-423-6241).
Join the Humane Society of North Iowa for our End of Summer Bash at the Clear
Lake Yacht Club! This event will feature: Live music with The Barnacle Bill
Band, Hot dog and watermelon feed, Adoptable shelter animals on site! Admission
is $10 for adults and $5 for kids under 12. This event helps to raise money for
the Humane Society of North Iowa. This event is BYOD (Bring Your Own Dog!)
Friendly, vaccinated dogs are welcome at this event! The Humane Society of
North Iowa has been saving lives since 1959! We rely on donations to provide
needed services to displaced, abandoned, neglected, unwanted and abused
animals. Your support helps us help animals! Event time: 4:00pm-7:00pm. http://www.hsni.org
August 26, 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/
August 26, 2017
River City Kiwanis Auction - United Way of North
Central Iowa, 2911 4th St. SE, Mason City. The Kiwanis auction
fundraiser includes thousands of items for sale - including, home and office
furniture, tools, computer tables, sporting goods, appliances and much more!
Last year the Kiwanis raised over $13,000 through various fundraising events to
help support a variety of youth programs. Auction starts at 9am. http://www.rivercitykiwanisclub.com/
August 27, 2017
Weekly Racing Series -
Season Championships -
North Iowa Events Center Track, Hwy 122
West, 3700 4th SW (641-424-6515). Weekly racing series featuring:
USRA Modifieds, 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 $12;
Juniors (13-16), Seniors (65+), Military and First Responders with proper
i.d. $10; Kids 12 & Under FREE; Pit Pass $25. http://masoncitymotorspeedway.com/schedule/
August 27, 2017
BIG BAND SERIES: Jan
Garber Orchestra - Surf Ballroom, 460 N
Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Doors open at 5:30pm. Tickets: $15.00 https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm
August 27, 2017
Pop Up Dog & Kid
Splash Pad - City
Parking lot (west of City Hall), 9 N Federal Ave, Downtown Mason City
(641-494-0003). 3 hours of splashy fun for kids, dogs, and parents from
1pm-4pm! Footwear is strong recommended. This event is FREE and opened to the
public. http://www.mainstreetmasoncity.com/
August 27, 2017
Picnics and
Performances (featuring 2nd
Chances) -
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 - 2nd Chances: Mary Chambers, Chris Carrier
& Joanne Stalberger. The group plays a variety of music and are sure to
entertain all. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com
August
27, 2017
Epiphany
Parish Festival - St. Joseph Catholic Church,
300 5th St. SE (641-423-5001). Epiphany Parish of Mason City
(churches of St. Joseph and Holy Family) will hold its annual Parish Festival
from 10:30am to 3:00pm. Activities
include Mass in the Grass, raffle, silent auction, games, food, bake sale,
quilt auction, pie auction, bags tournament, dunk tank, laser tag, plus so much
more! www.epiphanyparish.org
August 28, 2017
G.A.I.N.
(Get Active in Nature)- Monarch Tagging - Lime Creek Nature
Center, 3501 Lime Creek Rd. (641-423-5309). Join us on the Lime Creek prairie
as we attempt to tag monarch butterflies. Perhaps a butterfly YOU tag will make
it all the way to Mexico to their wintering grounds! There will also be
information provided on the nature center's Monarch Mania program. Registration
required; call to register. Event time: 4:00pm. http://www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us/departments/lime-creek-nature-center/public-programs/
August 29, 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/
August 29, 2017
Introduction to Stained Glass - Charles H. MacNider
Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). This challenging class
will teach you to pattern, cut, glaze, solder and weatherproof a beautiful
clear or stained glass window. Students must be at least 18 years old to enroll
in this class. Space is limited so register early. Tuesday, August 29,
Thursday, August 31, Tuesday, September 5, Thursday, September 7 from
5:30pm-8pm. Saturday, September 9 from 9am-2:30pm. Fee: $85, members $75. https://macniderart.org/
August 29, 2017
Lunch & Learn - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd
St. SE (641-421-3666). Fiber & Textile Art with Program Associate Pamela
Jost. This program is open to the public from noon to 1pm, bring your lunch and
open mind to learn not only about art, but also the inner working of the Museum
and art world. Lunch and Learn also serves to keep docent volunteers informed. https://macniderart.org/
August 29, 2017
Meet the Artists Reception – Clear Lake Arts
Center, 17 South 4th Street (641-357-1998). Enjoy refreshments and
celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the arts center with exhibits by
25 local artists. Free event from 5-7pm. www.clartscenter.com
August 30, 2017
FREE Trivia Night - Mason
City Brewing, 28 E State Street (641-423-1080).
Join us for FUN and FREE America Pub Quiz Trivia every Wednesday at
Mason City Brewing! Prizes, brews and a great time! Doors open at 6:00pm with
trivia from 7pm-9pm. https://www.facebook.com/masoncitybrewing/
August 31, 2017
Feldspar - The Quarry & Tapas
Bar, 10 S. Federal Ave (641-421-0075). Please
join us for some lively jazz and GREAT food! Weather permitting, music will be
played outside on the plaza. (sorry, no table reservations for outside
seating). Event time: 6pm-9pm https://www.facebook.com/events/1194904023948446/
Now Showing at Cinema West Theaters
(641) 421-1617 / www.cectheatres.com / Movies starting Friday, Aug. 25 -
Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017
General admission is $8.50; matinees
general admission (before 6 p.m.) is $6.50;
Children (3-12) and seniors (62 and
over), $6.50 all times. 3D movies additional $2.25.
Now Showing
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Rating
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Times
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Girls Trip
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R
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Fri-Wed:
6:55, 9:45pm
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Dunkirk
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PG13
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Fri-Sun: 1:00,3:45, 7:10, 9:40pm
Mon-Wed:3:45, 7:10, 9:40pm
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Glass Castle in LDX
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PG13
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Fri-Sun:
12:50, 4:00, 6:40, 9:35pm
Mon-Wed: 4:00, 6:40, 9:35pm
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Glass Castle
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PG13
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Fri-Sun:
1:10, 6:55pm
Mon-Wed: 7:20,9:45pm
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Annabelle Creation
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R
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Fri-Sun: 11:40, 2:00, 4:20, 7:00, 9:50pm
Mon-Wed: 4:20, 7:00, 9:50pm
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Hitmans Bodyguard
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R
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Fri-Sun: 12:40, 3:50, 6:50, 9:50 pm
Mon-Wed: 3:50, 6:50, 9:50pm
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Wind River in LDX
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R
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Fri-Sun: 12:20, 4:05, 7:05, 9:30pm
Mon-Wed: 4:05, 7:05, 9:30pm
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Wind River
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R
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Fri-Wed: 4:15, 9:40pm
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EMOJI MOVIE
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PG
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Fri-Sun:
12:00, 2:10, 4:25 pm
Mon-Wed: 4:25pm
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Kidnap
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R
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Fri-Wed:
7:20, 9:45pm
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Nut Job 2 Nutty By Nature
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PG
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Fri-Sun:
11:50, 2:05, 4:10pm
Mon-Wed: 4:10pm
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Logan Lucky
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PG13
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Fri-Sun: 12:30,3:55, 6:45, 9:40pm
Mon-Wed: 3:55, 6:45, 9:40pm
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Leap
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PG
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Fri-Sun: 12:10, 2:15, 4:30, 7:15, 9:25pm
Mon-Wed: 4:30, 7:15, 9:25pm
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MASON CITY ATTRACTIONS
·
Charles H. MacNider Art Museum- 303 2nd St. SE - (641) 421-3666 - Wed., Fri.,
Sat., 9am-5pm; Tues & Thurs. 9am-8pm.
Admission Free. www.macniderart.org
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Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House & Architectural
Interpretive Center - 530 1st St. NE - (641) 423-1923
Stockman House Tours: May thru Oct: Scheduled Tours on Mon., Tues., Wed. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m.; Thurs., Fri., Sat. 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. 1 p.m.,
2p.m. & 3 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $5 Youth, not appropriate for children under 6
Architectural Interpretive Center & Gift Shop Hours: May thru October: Open during all scheduled tour times. November thru April: Saturday
10 a.m.-2p.m. Admission: A donation is requested when visiting the Architectural Interpretive Center. www.stockmanhouse.org.
Stockman House Tours: May thru Oct: Scheduled Tours on Mon., Tues., Wed. 10 a.m. & 11 a.m.; Thurs., Fri., Sat. 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m. 1 p.m.,
2p.m. & 3 p.m.; Sun. 1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. Admission: $10 adults, $5 Youth, not appropriate for children under 6
Architectural Interpretive Center & Gift Shop Hours: May thru October: Open during all scheduled tour times. November thru April: Saturday
10 a.m.-2p.m. Admission: A donation is requested when visiting the Architectural Interpretive Center. www.stockmanhouse.org.
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Historic Park Inn Hotel
(Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Hotel / Bank) Tours – 7 West State Street (641)
423-0689 Thurs. & Fri. 11:30am & 1:00pm; Sun. 1:30pm & 2:30pm or by
appointment for groups 10 or more. Admission: $10 per person www.wrightonthepark.org
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Lime Creek Nature Center-
3501 Lime Creek Rd. - (641) 423-5309 – Center open Mon.-Fri. 8am-4pm; Sat
9am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm; Multiple use trails open daily: 6am – 10:30pm.
Admission Free. www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us
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NIACC Art Gallery – 500
College Drive. Open to the public Monday – Friday 9am-4pm. Free admission. www.niacc.edu
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Prairie School Architecture Tour/Historical Walking Tour- Prairie School Tour encompasses 14 blocks & the
Historic Tour is an additional 13 blocks. Walking tour guidebook is available
for $5.00 at MacNider Art Museum & Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House.
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The Music Man Square and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home- 308 and 314 S. Pennsylvania Ave. - (641) 424-2852 –
Open Tues.- Sun., 1pm-5pm, other times by appt., closed holidays. Admission:
$10 Adults; $5 students, children 6 & under free. Admission includes
both The Music Man Square and The Meredith Willson Boyhood Home. www.themusicmansquare.org
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Roller City - 600
2nd NW (641-423-2000) Fantastic Fridays
Roller Skating: 7-10pm $7 per skater.
Weekend Roller Skating, Fri 7-10pm $8 each; Sat 10am-noon $10 per family,
1-4pm $6 each, 7-10pm $8 each; Weekday Inflatable’s (Bounce Houses), Tues, Wed,
Thurs $8 each (no cost for adults and feel free to bring in dinner); Also on
Wed 11am-2pm $10 per family and feel free to bring in lunch. All prices include
equipment rental and tax.