Friday, August 3, 2018

Mason City & North Iowa August 2 – August 9, 2018



August 2-August 5, 2018

Urinetown (Musical) - Mason City Community Theatre, 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides that he's had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom. Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Tickets: adults $18.00/Students $12.00.Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. www.mccommunitytheatre.com 



August 2-8, 2018

Exhibit: Iowa Crafts Hank Hall- Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666).  Hank Hall won Best in Show during the Iowa Crafts: 42 exhibitions in 2016.  The exhibit will feature his clay and mixed media sculptures in a 2018 exhibition. Exhibit will be on display until August 25, 2018. https://macniderart.org/



August 3 & 4, 2018

CLASS Car Show & Summer Dance Cruise -Clear Lake Iowa - The Clear Lake Auto Social Society's annual event kicks off Friday night with a car cruise around Clear Lake, with a concert to follow. Car cruise departs at 6pm (start at Kingland Systems and end downtown), concert to follow at the Surf Ballroom. Saturday: Car show at City Park with live entertainment at the band shell. members.clearlakeiowa.com/events/calendar/2017-10-01



August 3, 2018

Fresh on Fridays - 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). Times: 8:00am-11:00am Relax & Refresh / 9:00am-11:00am Kids Bee Happy Garden. FREE admission. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com



August 3, 2018

The Whitesidewalls – Surf Ballroom, 460 N. Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151).  If you like rock and roll, doo-wop and rockabilly, you’ll love the Legendary Whitesidewalls! Doors open at 7:00pm. Tickets: $12.00 advance/$17.00 door; Kids under 16 admitted free. To order tickets visit: https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm



August 3, 2018

Live Music: Sam Crosser – Mason City Library, 225 2nd St. SE, (641-421-3668).  Enjoy live music in the Commons at the Mason City Public Library from 11am-1pm. These performances are free and open to the public. http://www.mcpl.org/



August 3, 2018

North Iowa Farmers Market –  Located at the corner of 1st NE and Delaware, just south of the First Congregational Church. The market will run Tuesdays and Fridays from 4pm-6:30pm, spring thru fall. Offering, the very best of local produce, baked goods, meats, artisan products, gluten-free, goods, flowers, honey and much more. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/



August 3, 2018

MacNider: Off the Clock – Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE, (641-421-3666). Complimentary wine and appetizer are available throughout the event, in addition to live music. Visitors can mingle with friends and coworkers as they explore the galleries and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the museum. Event time: 5-7pm.  http://macniderart.org/



August 3-5, 2018

Inter-Lake Regatta – The Clear Lake Yacht Club, 103 Main Ave (641-357-8001). E, C, MC and X class scows competing in the 126th Inter-Lake Regatta. This event is held in Clear Lake every 4th year with boards from Lake Minnetonka, White Bear, Lake Harriet, Lake Calhoun and Upper Minnetonka in Minnesota and from Lake Okoboji in Iowa. No fee for spectators – Call the Clear Lake Yacht Club if you would like to go out and watch the races.
   
August 4, 2018
Architectural Walking Tour - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). 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. 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. https://macniderart.org/



August 4, 2018

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 4, 2018

Live Music: Andrew Hoyt – Fat Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Andrew Hoyt, a singer/songwriter from Des Moines, has enjoyed performing across the Midwest for five years.  Ukulele is his unique signature instrument, which compliments his voice with its soft and sparkly tone and adds a smooth ambiance to his music.  Influenced by a wide variety of music, Andrew plays familiar tunes from the 70's, 80's, jazz, modern, and original music. Free Event; must be 21+. Event time: 3pm-6pm. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/listofevents/2018/8/4/andrew-hoyt



August 4, 2018

Unicorn Painting – Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE, (641-421-3666). Spend a lovely summer morning with your child before school starts…and paint a whimsical unicorn on canvas! 1 canvas per person, cost is $40.00 for 2 people; $36 members. Event time: 9am, doors open at 8:50pm. http://macniderart.org/events-calendar/



August 4, 2018

Vince Gill – Surf Ballroom, 460 N. Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). One of the most popular singers in modern country music, Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing & warm, soaring tenor. He has won 18 CMA awards, including Song of the Year four times! Doors open at 7:00pm. Tickets: $52.00 in advance/$57.00 at the door. To order tickets visit: https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm



August 5, 2018

Picnics and Performances - 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.  Enjoy magicians, musicians and much more. http://www.centralgardensnorthiowa.com



August 5, 2018

Kids Day -  Kinney Pioneer Museum, Hwy 122 West, Mason City Municipal Airport (641.423.1258). Special day dedicated to pioneer type children activities including indoor and outdoor games, hands-on activities, face painting, music, gunny sack races, rope making, magic show & more! Cook your own hotdog and/or marshmallow over an open fire. Event time: 1-5pm. Admission: $3 Adults, $1 Children under 12. http://bit.ly/2jf619Q



August 5, 2018

Pyrotechnics Guild International (PGI) Fireworks Extravaganza – North Iowa Events Center, 3700 4th St. SW (641-423-33811).  We have all seen fireworks but NOTHING compares to the displays during the PGI Convention! This family oriented event sets itself apart with cutting-edge entertainment featuring ground and aerial fireworks that is maliciously choreographed with music and other special effects. The Pyrotechnics Guild International is back bigger and better than ever to light up the sky in the North Iowa Area; unable to be seen anywhere except from the comfort of your seat in the Grandstand. In addition, only those in the grandstands will be able to hear the synchronized music creating “a dance” with the fireworks and feel the heat! General admission tickets are $18 before July 22 and $20 after – children ages 5 and under do not require tickets for Sunday/Tuesday shows. Everyone must have a ticket for Friday’s show. Reserved seating $25 (sections A, B, F, & G) $30 (sections C, D & E). Tickets often sell out, purchase presale tickets online >>> https://www.showclix.com/events/17811# If shows are not sold out, tickets will be available at the gate. Food vendors will be on site for your convenience. Rain dates: August 6, 11 & 18. To find out if shows are delayed, postponed or cancelled, please visit PGI Facebook page > https://www.facebook.com/PGIInc



August 6-10, 2018

Summer Art Camp - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 302 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). We will make a variety of artwork from many of your favorite books, and even create a book for you to keep you own stories ins. Snacks will be provided. Fee: $75, members $67. Program: August 6-10 from 8am-noon. https://macniderart.org/


August 7, 2028

Lunch & Learn: featuring Express Employment Professionals – North Iowa Regional Commerce Center, 9 N Federal Ave (641-423-5724). The 2018 Lunch & Learn Management Series has a goal of providing targeted educational opportunities to our busy Chamber members. Light lunch included. Tickets: $10 chamber members, $15 non-chamber members – call 641-423-5724 to reserve your spot. Event time: Noon-1pm www.masoncityia.com





August 7, 2018

Pyrotechnics Guild International (PGI) Fireworks Extravaganza – North Iowa Events Center, 3700 4th St. SW (641-423-33811).  We have all seen fireworks but NOTHING compares to the displays during the PGI Convention! This family oriented event sets itself apart with cutting-edge entertainment featuring ground and aerial fireworks that is maliciously choreographed with music and other special effects. The Pyrotechnics Guild International is back bigger and better than ever to light up the sky in the North Iowa Area; unable to be seen anywhere except from the comfort of your seat in the Grandstand. In addition, only those in the grandstands will be able to hear the synchronized music creating “a dance” with the fireworks and feel the heat! General admission tickets are $18 before July 22 and $20 after – children ages 5 and under do not require tickets for Sunday/Tuesday shows. Everyone must have a ticket for Friday’s show. Reserved seating $25 (sections A, B, F, & G) $30 (sections C, D & E). Tickets often sell out, purchase presale tickets online >>> https://www.showclix.com/events/17811# If shows are not sold out, tickets will be available at the gate. Food vendors will be on site for your convenience. Rain dates: August 6, 11 & 18. To find out if shows are delayed, postponed or cancelled, please visit PGI Facebook page > https://www.facebook.com/PGIInc



August 7, 2018

North Iowa Farmers Market –  Located at the corner of 1st NE and Delaware, just south of the First Congregational Church. The market will run Tuesdays and Fridays from 4pm-6:30pm, spring thru fall. Offering, the very best of local produce, baked goods, meats, artisan products, gluten-free, goods, flowers, honey and much more. www.northiowafarmersmarket.com/



August 7, 8 & 9, 2018


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. https://www.cgcounty.org/departments/conservation/conservation-calendar/-curm-8/-cury-2018



August 7, 8, 9, 2018

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. Begins at 10:45am -12pm https://www.cgcounty.org/departments/conservation/conservation-calendar/-curm-8/-cury-2018



August 8, 2018

Psychedelic Furs – Surf Ballroom, 460 N. Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-6151).

Doors open at 7:00pm. Ticket $29.00 advance / $34.00 at the door.



August 8, 2018

Lady of the Lake Dockside Night – Seawall Clear Lake, Clear lake, IA (641-357-2243). Sit back and enjoy a relaxing evening on Lady of the Lake Dockside! Feel the fresh air on your face, sway to the music, and relax into the lake lifestyle. Cash bar is open. Free admission.  Event time: 6pm-10pm. https://www.cruiseclearlake.com/



August 8, 2018

Story Time at the Gardens – Central Gardens, 800 2nd Ave N., Clear Lake (641-357-0700). Enjoy story time for children aged 0-5 at Central Gardens! Join us for this outdoor (weather permitting) program and craft, held from 10:30-11:00am. If its rainy or overly hot, we’ll be inside the building. Explore the children’s Bee Happy garden and other areas while you’re there! These sessions are drop-in; no registration is required. A parent or responsible adult care giver must accompany children attending storytime. http://centralgardensnorthiowa.com/



August 9, 2018

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 9, 2018

TechTalk – Historic Park Inn Hotel, 7 West State Street (641-422-4384). How does your business protect itself from cyber security threats? The Cyber Security TechTalk  is led by Iowa experts Ryan Schaap (Wells), Doug Jacobson (ISU) and Adam Brown (DealerBuilt).  Event time: 8:30am-11:00am.  Seating is limited for this free event – registration is strongly encouraged >>> https://www.eventbrite.com/e/techtalk-cyber-security-tickets-47554889956    

August 9, 2018
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. As always, over-imbibing is not allowed. Hard alcohol is never allowed in our taproom. The bottle share is for beer only. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/



August 9-August 12, 2018

Urinetown (Musical)  - Mason City Community Theatre, 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity's most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides that he's had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom. Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Tickets: adults $18.00/Students $12.00.Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. www.mccommunitytheatre.com 



August 9-15, 2018

Exhibit: Iowa Crafts Hank Hall- Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666).  Hank Hall won Best in Show during the Iowa Crafts: 42 exhibitions in 2016.  The exhibit will feature his clay and mixed media sculptures in a 2018 exhibition. Exhibit will be on display until August 25, 2018. https://macniderart.org/

Showing at Cinema West Theaters
(641) 421-1617 / www.cectheatres.com  / Movies starting Friday, August 3 – Thursday, August 9, 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
Christopher Robin
PG
Fri – Thurs: 12:20pm, 3:30, 7:05, 9:30
Christopher Robin In LDX
PG
Fri – Wed: 11:40am, 2:00pm, 4:20, 6:40, 9:00
Thurs: 11:40am, 2:00pm, 4:20
Darkest Minds
PG-13
Fri – Thurs: 12:50pm, 4:00, 7:10, 9:40
Dog Days
PG
Tues: 7:00pm, 9:45
Wed – Thurs: 12:40pm, 4:10, 6:50, 9:45
Equalizer 2
R
Fri – Thurs: 12:30pm, 3:10, 6:55, 9:45
Hotel Transylvania 3 Summer Vacation
PG
Fri – Thurs: 11:40am, 1:50pm, 4:00, 6:45, 9:00
Mamma Mia Here We Go Again
PG-13
Fri – Thurs: 1:00pm, 3:50, 7:00, 9:45
Mission Impossible Fallout
PG-13
Fri – Thurs: 12:10pm, 3:20, 6:30, 9:30
Spy Who Dumped Me
R
Fri – Mon: 12:40pm, 4:10, 6:50, 9:45
Tues: 12:40pm, 4:10
Spy Who Dumped Me In LDX
R
Fri – Thurs: 12:00pm, 3:40, 6:35, 9:35
Teen Titan Go To The Movies
PG
Fri – Thurs: 11:50am, 2:10pm, 4:30, 6:45, 9:00
The Meg In LDX
PG-13
Thurs: 7:00pm, 9:35
 
Mason City Attractions:

* Cannonball 457  - East Park (641) 423-5328 – Sat. – Sun. 1pm – 5pm. Admission Free www.friendsofthe457.org
* Charles H. MacNider Art Museum- 303 2nd St. SE - (641) 421-3666 - Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat., 9am-5pm; Thurs. 9am-9pm. Admission Free. www.macniderart.org

* Frank Lloyd Wright Stockman House & Architectural Interpretive Center - 530 1st St. NE - (641) 423-1923
www.mcarchitecture.org / www.stockmanhouse.org. Stockman House Tours: MAY thru OCTOBER SCHEDULE: Regularly Scheduled Tour Times: MONDAY & TUESDAY at 10am, 11am, WEDNESDAY thru SATURDAY at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, SUNDAY at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm NOVEMBER 2018 thru APRIL 2019 Off Season SMALL GROUP TOURS are by Appointment Only:   Admission: $10 adults, $5 Youth 6-17.  $60 for groups of 6 or less.
Architectural Interpretive Center & Gift Shop Hours: Same Hours as the Stockman House Admission: A donation is requested when visiting the Architectural Interpretive Center.
* Historic Park Inn Hotel (Frank Lloyd Wright Designed Hotel / Bank) Tours – 15 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

*Kinney Pioneer Museum – Municipal Airport Hwy. 122 W- (641) 423-1258 – May-September, Tues-Sun. 1pm-5pm.  Admission: $3 adults, $1.00 children under 12.

* 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.
* River City Sculptures on Parade – An outdoor exhibit of sculptures looping throughout the Downtown District. Maps are available at the Mason City Visitor Information Center.
* The Music Man Square and Meredith Willson Boyhood Home- 308 and 314 S. Pennsylvania Ave. - (641) 424-2852 – Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 1pm-5pm. Closed Monday & holidays.  Admission; $10- Adults; $5- students.  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

September 7-9, 2018 Mason City Civil War Reenactment – East Park, located at the corner of East State Street and South Virginia Ave. ...