Thursday, October 19, 2017
Okoboji Nightlife
The Lake Patrol Band gigs tonight at The Ritz in Okoboji, 5:30 - 11:00 pm
The Gardens on the lakeside level of The Central Emporium started out as
boat storage in the 1920’s Enjoy lunch or dinner, with live entertainment by Brad Morgan Friday night, and Josh Quirin Saturday night from 9:30 - close.
Here's What’s Happening in Mason City & North Iowa
October 19, 2017
You Knew Me When - Fat Hill Brewing, 17
N. Federal (641-423-0737). Outfitted with an
array of instruments, You
Knew Me When is a husband and
wife indie folk-rock pairing with a full band sound. Formerly of Nashville, TN
(newly rooted in Colorado), the duo have toured full-time since June of 2012
throughout the USA and Canada, sharing their collective sound and recent
offerings "We Found Roads" and "The Only You EP". While
living a true troubadour lifestyle, You Knew Me When continue to create and
serve up an array of craft brewed compositions coast to coast. They love to
play at breweries...more than 150 of them so far! Join us for this cozy, free-of-charge show. As usual,
FHB is a 21+ venue. Event time: 7pm-9pm. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/
October 20, 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 6:00pm. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/
October 20, 2017
Art Party: Weaving a
Market Basket - Clear
Lake Arts Center (CL Tel Studio), 17 S. Fourth St.(641-357-1998). Join us for
an day of creativity! Cost: $60 members/ $65 non-members - all materials
included. Event time: 1:00pm - 6:00pm. http://clartscenter.com
October 20, 2017
Artoberfest- Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St SE
(641-421-3666). Raise your glass to the Arts and
celebrate with your favorite brew! Festivities include live music
by the
Mockingbirds, fabulous autumn-inspired fare, and a variety of fermented
beverages from Midwestern brewers for guests to imbibe. For those not hip on
hops, beverages from the vine as well as a non-alcoholic versions will be
available. Celebration begins at 6pm. www.macniderart.org
October 20-October 26,
2017
Exhibit: Best in Show
Winner: Claud Bilsborough - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum(Center Space Gallery), 303
2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Claude Bilsborough, of Titonka, Iowa was
awarded Best in Show award in 2016 during the Area Show: 45 exhibition for his
oil on linen piece, In the Flyway. This award grants Bilsborough a solo
exhibition in the Museum's Center Space Gallery. Join the Museum in celebrating
the art of this imaginative painter. Exhibit
will be on display until December 2, 2017. Exhibit open during normal
museum hours. https://macniderart.org/
October 20 & 21,
2017
D & D's Haunted
Hike - D
& D Ranch, 2532 South Shore Drive, Clear Lake (641-357-1695). The D and D Ranch Haunted Hike has been
handing out terrorizing fun for all ages for the past 14 years. Actors bring
both classic and current horror figures to life in this award-winning Halloween
attraction. The hike begins in the Halloween museum featuring classic
characters throughout the years. Once you finish there, a haunted, wild west
town awaits the brave. Groups will be able to guide themselves through an
1800's haunted town and into the ranch's Trail of Terror which takes you
through the forest. The Haunted Hike is ranked in the top 10 Best Halloween
Attractions in Iowa! Be sure not to miss out on all of the fun. If you
DARE, we will SCARE! Hike time: 7pm to 11pm. Admission: $10 per person. www.thedanddranch.com
October 20 & 21,
2017
Fabric/Quilting/Craft
Sale
– Willowbrook Mall, 1631 4th St. SW (641-424-4002). Two-day
fabric/quilting/craft sale – 8am-4pm both days. Sale will take place in the
empty space outside of Urgent Care, across from Pies and More.
October 20-22, 2017
Fall Vendor &
Craft Show -
Southbridge Mall, 100 S. Federal Ave (641-423-6688) 3-Day Fall Vendor &
Craft Show: Friday, 10am-9pm; Saturday, 10am-7pm; Sunday, 12pm-5pm. Come check
out a wide variety of home based businesses and crafters.
October 21, 2017
Inflatable Fun Day – National Guard Armory,
1160 19th SW (641-423-1883). Join the North Iowa Youth Center for a
day of music, face painting, balloon animals & door prizes. Lunch available
on the grounds. The event is from 11am-2pm and the cost is $5 per person (age 3
& under free) with all proceeds going to the North Iowa Youth Center.
October 21, 2017
Fernando Ufret in
Concert - Fat
Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Originally from Puerto Rico,
Fernando Ufret is a seasoned musician who now spends part of each year bringing
his classical/flamenco/Spanish guitar infused music to the American
Midwest. His favorite music to play
ranges from Jim Croce to Billy Joel and Micheal Jackson, from the Gipsy Kings
to Bon Jovi. As usual, FHB is a 21+ venue. 2pm-5pm. www.fathillbrewing.com
October 21, 2017
Winery & Brewery
Tour -
Lake Time Brewing, 801 Main Avenue (641-357-2040). Clear Lake Jaycees host a tour of North Iowa wineries and
breweries, starting at Clear Lake's own Lake Time Brewery.
October 21, 2017
Roller Derby - River
City Dames of Anarchy vs. Big River Brawlers - North Iowa Events
Center- All Seasons Building, 3700 4th St SW (641-494-4831). Doors open at 6pm,
bout at 7pm. Tickets available in advance through River City Dames Anarchy or at the door - $12 per person. https://www.facebook.com/damesofanarchy?pnref=story
October 21, 2017
Big Band Ballroom
Dancing: Nonsemble's Club Flamingo - Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th
St. (641-357-1998). Nonsemble's Club Flamingo, an intimate evening of live Big
Band music, swing dancing and decadent desserts starts at 7pm with doors
opening at 6:30pm. Live Big Band music, dancing and dessert is included in the
price of the ticket. Tickets on sale now; $10 per person, $19 per couple in
advance or $12 per person, $20 per couple at the door. All tickets include
dessert and coffee. Wine, beer and appetizers available to purchase. Tables can
be reserved for an additional $10 (tables hold up to eight people). Seating is
limited and expected to sell out. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl
October 21 2017
Live Music: Levi Smith
- Lorados,
18 S. Federal Ave. (641-424-8060) Enjoy live rock music from 7:30pm-11pm.
October 24, 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 6:00pm. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/
October 24, 2017
Learning to Throw - Charles H. MacNider
Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Learn how to center on
the potter's wheel and make a variety of pottery forms. All skill levels
welcome. Clay and tools are an additional charge. Class Sessions: Tuesdays, October 17-
December 5 from 9:30am - Noon/ Tuesdays, October 17 - December 12 (no class
October 31) from 5:30pm-8:00pm; Class fee $75, member $65. https://macniderart.org/
October 24, 2017
“Iowa: Echoes of a
Vanishing Landscape”
(Book Signing) – Mason City Public Library, 225 2nd SE
(641-421-3668). Photographer, David Ottenstein will present his book from
6-7:30pm in the Elizabeth Muse Norris Classroom.
October 25, 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/
October 25 & 26,
2017
Motown the Musical - North Iowa Area
Community College Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188). It began as one
man's story…became everyone's music…and is now Broadway's musical. Motown the
Musical is the true American dream story of Motown founder Berry Gordy's
journey from the featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched
the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson, and many more.
Motown shattered barriers, shaped our lives and made us all move to the same
beat. Featuring classic songs such as "My Girl" and "Ain't No
Mountain High Enough", experience the story behind the music in the
record-breaking smash hit Motown the Musical!
Shows begin at 7:00pm both nights. Tickets start at $30. Call for
tickets 641-422-4188 or purchase online at
www.niacc.edu/boxoffice
October 26-October 29,
2017
A Streetcar Named
Desire -
Mason City Community Theatre, 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). This renowned
drama follows troubled former schoolteacher Blanche DuBois as she leaves
small-town Mississippi and moves in with her sister, Stella, and her husband,
Stanley, who already have a volatile relationship, leading to even greater
conflict in the household. Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Tickets: adults
$15.00/Students $10.00.Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. www.mccommunitytheatre.com
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