Thursday, February 1, 2018

Check Out What’s Happening in Mason City & North IA Feb. 1 – Feb. 8




February 1, 2018
The Real Buddy Holly Story Rockumentary – Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St., Clear Lake (641-357-1998). Paul McCartney’s Rockumentary, a video biography of rock ‘n roll legend Buddy Holly. Produced and hosted by Paul McCartney. Beer and wine available for purchase. FREE admission. Event time: 3:00pm. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl

February 1, 2018
FREE MOVIE: La Bamba – Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St, Clear Lake, Iowa (641-357-1998). La Bamba is the true story of the life and career of rock and roll star Ritchie Valens starring Lou Diamond Phillips. Seating is limited; guests are encouraged to come early. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl

February 1 – 7, 2018
Exhibit: Susanne Crane: Selected Works - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (Center Space Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). This exhibition features the paintings of Albert Lea, MN artist Susanne Crane.  The artworks highlight the natural landscape and, perhaps, give the viewer a glimpse into the symbolic world. Open during all normal operation hours of the Museum. Exhibit will be on display until February 10, 2018. https://macniderart.org/

February 2, 2018
Fantastic Fridays Roller Skating - Roller City, 600 2nd NW (641-423-2000). Kick off the weekend with roller skating from 7pm-10pm. Admission $8 per skater. Check Roller City's Facebook page for weekly theme and events! www.myrollercity.com

February 2, 2018
The Real Buddy Holly Story Rockumentary – Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St., Clear Lake (641-357-1998). Paul McCartney’s Rockumentary, a video biography of rock ‘n roll legend Buddy Holly. Produced and hosted by Paul McCartney. Beer and wine available for purchase. FREE admission. Event time: 3:00pm. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl

February 2, 2018
Rockin’ Art of the 50’s & 60’s - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). The Museum is hosting special guided tours in conjunction with the Winter Dance Party. The Museum’s largest collection is of post-World War 2 art, features some of the most famous individuals from the mid-century art scene. Admission to the museum and special guided tours are free. Tour times: 11am, 1pm & 2pm. https://macniderart.org/

February 3, 2018
Perler Bead Minecraft - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 Second St. S.E., (641-421-3666). The world of Minecraft comes alive in this class. We will create new 3D and 2D works with perler beads. Event time: 9:00am-11:30am. Fee: $25; $22 members. www.macniderart.org

February 3, 2018
The Real Buddy Holly Story Rockumentary – Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St., Clear Lake (641-357-1998). Paul McCartney’s Rockumentary, a video biography of rock ‘n roll legend Buddy Holly. Produced and hosted by Paul McCartney. Beer and wine available for purchase. FREE admission. Event time: 3:00pm. http://www.clartscenter.com/cgi-bin/index.pl

February 3, 2018
Live Music: Matt Woods – Fat Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737).  Join us for an afternoon with roots and blues musician Matt Woods. Matt is a seasoned performer who is excited to share the diversity of roots and blues (traditional delta, hill country and urban electric blues, to gospel, country and folk music).  Event time: 3pm-6pm. No admission fee – Must be 21+. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/

February 3, 2018
The Blue Bridge Band – Surf District, Rock ‘n Roll Grill, 619 Buddy Holly Place, Clear Lake (641-357-1222) The Big Bridge Band will rock the place Saturday morning from 11am-2pm followed by a dj playing all the best hits from the 50s & 60s. https://www.facebook.com/surfdistrictgrill/

February 3, 2018
Hi-Tones LIVE – Rumorz Bar & Grill, 1210 S. Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-1035). Four hours of live American music from the Wisconsin based trio – Hi-Tones.  Event time: 1pm-5pm.

February 3, 2018
Roller Skating - Roller City, 600 2nd NW (641-423-2000). Morning Skate: 10am-12pm - A slower pace geared towards younger families, $10 per family. Afternoon Skate: 1pm-4pm - The most popular session for parties and larger groups, $6 per skater. Night Skate: 7pm-10pm - Most popular skating session with Jackpot Dice Game and much more, $8 per skater. www.myrollercity.com

February 3, 2018
Films in February: The Eagle Huntress - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (Salsbury Room), 303 2nd St. S.E. (641-421-3666). Thirteen-year-old Aisholpan trains to become the first female in twelve generations of her Kazakh family to become an eagle huntress. Movie starts at 2pm. No admission cost; the public is welcomed. www.macniderart.org

February 3, 2018
Porter Union – Mason City Brewing, 28 E State Street (641-423-1080). Live music featuring Porter Union. Free & open to the public, must be 21+. Event time: 8pm-10:30pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/1965290933687688/

February 3 & 4, 2018
Indoor Archery Series –
Mohawk Archery Club, 840 12th NW (641-430-5498). 300 Round, lines starts 10am Saturday & 1pm Sunday. For all paper shots, please reserve a line time by contacting Bob at 641-423-5273. www.mohawkarchery.org

February 6, 2018
Bob McCoy’s Annual Lecture Series – Architectural Interpretive Center, 530 1st NE (641-423-1923). One of six lecture series are held in conjunction with NIACC’s Lifelong Learning Institute. Each lecture is on a different topic. Event time: 4-5:30pm. Free and open to the public. No Cost; donations appreciated.  http://www.stockmanhouse.org/

February 6, 2018
Roller Skating - Roller City, 600 2nd NW (641-423-2000). Roller skating from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Admission: $5.00 per skater. Now serving pizza during open sessions! www.myrollercity.com

February 6, 2018
Valentine Canvas Painting (ages 7+) - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 Second St. S.E., (641-421-3666). Get your heart on canvas! Create a unique heart painting for Valentine’s Day. Event time: 5:30-7:30pm. Fee: $22; $20 members. www.macniderart.org

February 8, 201
Bob McCoy’s Annual Lecture Series – Architectural Interpretive Center, 530 1st NE (641-423-1923). One of six lecture series are held in conjunction with NIACC’s Lifelong Learning Institute. Each lecture is on a different topic. Event time: 4-5:30pm. Free and open to the public. No Cost; donations appreciated.  http://www.stockmanhouse.org/

February 8-10, 2018
Exhibit: Susanne Crane: Selected Works - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (Center Space Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). This exhibition features the paintings of Albert Lea, MN artist Susanne Crane.  The artworks highlight the natural landscape and, perhaps, give the viewer a glimpse into the symbolic world. Open during all normal operation hours of the Museum. Exhibit will be on display until February 10, 2018. https://macniderart.org/

February 8 – February 11, 2018
Annual Blow Out Sale – North Iowa Events Center (Olson Building), 3700 4th St. SW (641-423-3811). Annual blow out sale featuring merchandise and deals from Wayne’s, Decker’s, North Iowa Golf and Moorman Clothiers! Hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8am-8pm; Sunday, 10am-3pm.  https://www.northiowaeventscenter.org/

Showing at Cinema West Theaters
(641) 421-1617 / www.cectheatres.com  / Movies starting Friday, February 2 - Thursday, February 8 2018
General admission is $9.00; matinees general admission (before 6 p.m.) is $7.00;
Children (3-12) and seniors (62 and over), $6.50 all times. 3D movies additional $2.25.

Now Showing
Rating
Times
12 Strong
R
Fri-Sun:  12:30, 3:55, 6:50, 9:35pm
Mon-Wed:  3:55, 6:50, 9:35pm
Fifty Shades Freed In LDX
R
Thursday:  7:00, 9:45pm
Forever My Girl
PG
Fri-Sun:  12:10, 4:15, 7:05, 9:40pm
Mon-Wed:  4:15, 7:05, 9:40pm
Greatest Showman
PG
Fri-Sun:  11:50, 2:10, 4:25, 7:15, 9:35pm
Mon-Wed:  4:25, 7:15, 9:35pm
Hostiles
R
Fri-Sun:  12:40, 3:50, 6:45, 9:35pm
Mon-Wed:  3:50, 6:45, 9:35pm
Jumanji
PG-13
Fri-Sun:  12:50, 4:00, 7:00, 9:40pm
Mon-Wed: 4:00, 7:00, 9:40pm
Maze Runner The Death Cure
PG-13
Fri-Sun:  12:20, 3:40, 6:35, 9:30pm
Mon-Wed:  3:40, 6:35, 9:30pm
Shape Of Water
R
Fri-Sun:  1:10, 6:55pm
Mon-Wed:  6:55pm
Shape Of Water In LDX
R
Fri-Sun:  12:00, 3:45, 6:40, 9:30pm
Mon-Wed:  3:45, 6:40, 9:30pm
The Post
PG13
Fri-Sun:  1:00, 4:05, 6:55, 9:40pm
Mon-Wed:  4:05, 6:55, 9:40pm
Winchester The House That Ghosts Built
PG13
Fri-Wed:  4:10, 9:40pm
Winchester the House That Ghosts Built in LDX
PG13
Fri-Sun:  11:40, 2:00, 4:20, 7:10, 9:30pm
Mon-Wed:  4:20, 7:10, 9:30pm

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
·   Frank Lloyd Wright Architectural Interpretive Center - 530 1st St. NE - (641) 423-1923
November thru April: Saturday 10 a.m.-2p.m. Admission: A donation is requested when visiting the Architectural Interpretive Center.   www.stockmanhouse.org. 
·   Historic Park Inn Hotel (Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Hotel / Bank) Tours – 7 West State Street (641) 423-0689 Thurs. & Fri. & Sun. 11:30am & 1:00pm; Sat. 11:30am or by appointment for groups 10 or more.  Admission: $10 per person www.wrightonthepark.org
·   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
·   NIACC Art Gallery – 500 College Drive. Open to the public Monday – Friday 9am-4pm. Free admission. www.niacc.edu
·   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.
·   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

What’s Happening in Mason City & North Iowa Sept. 6 – Sept 13

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