November 24, 2017
Vic Ferrari Band- Surf Ballroom, 460 N
Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Entertaining audiences since 1988. Vic
Ferrari has played over 2,500 shows. Vic Ferrari is always pioneering new
levels of entertainment with the production quality of their shows. They are
also redefining what makes a rock show by creating "Symphony on the
Rocks" which takes the best aspects of Vic Ferrari Show and adds 30 classical
instruments to produce an electrifying sound with robust arrangements of your
favorite rock classics. Doors open at 8:00pm. Tickets: $20 advance/$25 at the
door. www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice
November 24, 2017
Winter North Iowa
Farmers Market - Located at Willowbrook Mall, 1631 4th
St SW. Shop - fresh eggs, jellies, breads, woven items and more. Market opens
at 8:00am and will continue until SOLD OUT www.northiowafarmersmarket.com
November 24, 2017
Meet the Artist
Reception – Clear
Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St, Clear
Lake (641-357-1998). Meet Clear Lake artist, Sandra Quintus and her son Abraham
Quintus from 4pm to 7pm for their current exhibit titled The People and The
Land: A mother’s & son’s perspective now on display in the Hanson Gallery.
This reception is free and open to the public and sponsored by Bonnie Hall and
Hall Realty.
November 24-December
2, 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/
November
25, 2017
Holiday
Countdown- Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 302 2nd St. SE
(641-421-3666). Make the countdown to December 25th exciting for
your family this year. Bring the kids and come make your own calendar as a
family. Every day in December will be unique and fun to check off. Snack
included. Event time: 1:00pm-4:00pm.
Fee: $30.00 per family, members $26.00 per family. https://macniderart.org/
November 25, 2017
Hinder: Josh Todd
& The Conflict -
Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Multi platinum
American rockers - Hinder, the biggest breakout rock act catapulting into
packed arenas worldwide. Enjoy songs like Aerosmith, Motley Crue, Nickelback, 3
Doors Down, Pap Roach, and many others. Hinder proved consistent record hit
making by following up with #1 Top Modern Rock/Alterative Album, All American
Nightmare and #3 Top Hard Rock/Album, Welcome to the Freak show. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets: $22 Adv/ $27
Door. Must be 21 to attend. https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm
November 25, 2017
Home for the Holidays – Downtown Mason
City (641-494-0003). Stroll throughout
downtown Mason City & enjoy the holiday spirit. Activities for the entire
family – cookie decorating, storybook readings, letters to Santa, and much
more! If you’re a yougin’ enter in a drawing to be the official Tree Light
Operator at the Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5:15. Event time: 3:00pm – 5:30pm. http://bit.ly/2z8c0c8
November 25, 2017
Jingle Mingle Bar Hop
–
Main Street Mason City, 9 N Federal Ave (641-494-0003). Part of the ‘Home for
the Holidays’ Celebration – join Main Street Mason City for their Jingle Mingle
Bar Hop! $5.00 to get your very own
shot glass necklace and bar hop map. Each location will have a drink specials
for those participating. Event time:
5:00pm – 8:00pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/1291284327649805/
November 25 & 26,
2017
Thanksgiving In-Home
Business & Craft Extravaganza - Southbridge Mall, 100 S. Federal
(641-423-6688). In-home business and
craft show - Saturday, 8am-8pm; Sunday 12pm-5pm. http://www.southbridgemall.net/
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;
Instructor: Randy Reid. Class fee $75, member $65. https://macniderart.org/
November 28, 2017
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
November 29, 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/
November 29, 2017
Shopkins Live!- North Iowa Area
Community College Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188). Shopkins Live!
Lights up the stage in this first-ever production packed with show-stopping
musical performances featuring the Shoppies! Get up close with Jessicake,
Bubbleisha, Peppa-Mint, and your Shopkin friends! This is one show you won't
want to miss! Show begins at 6:00pm. Not a season ticket event, Call for tickets 641-422-4188 www.niacc.edu/boxoffice
November
29, 2017
Handbuilding
with Clay (Session 2) - Charles H. MacNider
Art Museum, 302 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). An introductory class for
kids who are curious about the versatility of clay and want to try out its
limitless possibilities. Session: Wednesdays, November 1 - December 13 (no
class November 22), 4:00pm-5:30pm. Fee:
$55, members $50 https://macniderart.org/
November 29, 2017
For Seniors Only - A
Visit with Ding Darling- Lime Creek Nature Center, 3501 Lime Creek Road (641-423-5309). Join us as Jay N. “Ding” Darling (actor Tom Milligan)
visits with the audience, as an old friend, in his 11th office at The Des
Moines Register. Beginning with his early years in Sioux City where as a young
boy where he became aware of the natural world around him as well as his
developing skills as an editorial cartoonist, he recalls his remarkable life
journey. From the introduction of The Duck Stamp to the creation of the
National Wildlife Federation, Darling’s influence was felt not only through his
cartoons but his actions as well. Cost is $5.00 for nature center members and
$7.00 for nonmembers. Please call 423-5309 by 4 p.m. November 27 to register.
Event time: 10:00am-Noon. www.co.cerro-gordo.ia.us/departments/lime-creek-nature-center/public-programs/
November 30, 2017
DUCTIGAMI (ages 8+)- Charles H. MacNider
Art Museum, 303 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). There are 101 uses for
duct tape. Learn to construct some amazing things! Fee: $25.00, members $23.00.
Event time: 5:30pm-7:30pm. http://macniderart.org
November 30-January
3, 2017
Exhibit: Iowa Crafts:
43 - Charles
H. MacNider Art Museum(Kinney-Lindstrom Gallery), 303 2nd St. SE
(641-421-3666). The purpose of Iowa Crafts: 43 is to provide the public with
further enriching arts experiences and to promote interest in and recognition of
the accomplishments of Iowa artists. The competition for Iowa Crafts: 43 is
open to all residents of Iowa above high school age. Entries include: clay,
fiber, metal/wood, jewelry, and other craft media. All works are to be
original, entirely by the entering artist, and completed since September 2015. Exhibit will be on display until January 3, 2017. Exhibit
open during normal museum hours. https://macniderart.org/
November 30, 2017
Lights on 5K - The Other Place, 200
US Hwy 18, Clear Lake (641-355-1356). Turn the Lights On for Opportunity
Village's Festival of Trees. Come and run or walk in your holiday costumes and
lights. All proceeds go to purchase Christmas gifts for clients in need who
receive support from Opportunity Village. Admission: $20 early registration
(includes a t-shirt); $25 late registration (no guarantee of t-shirt) Race
starts/ends at The Other Place Restaurant in Clear Lake, Iowa. Race time:
4pm-6pm. http://www.lighton5k.org
Showing at Cinema West Theaters
(641)
421-1617 / www.cectheatres.com /
Movies starting Friday, November 24 - Thursday, November 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.
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Now Showing
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Bad
Moms Christmas
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R
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Fri-Sun:
11:50am, 2:05pm, 4:25pm, 7:10pm, 9:50pm
Mon-Thur:
4:25, 7:10, 9:50pm
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COCO
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PG
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Fri-Sun: 12:40, 3:50, 6:50, 9:30pm
Mon-Thurs:
3:50, 6:50, 9:30pm
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COCO
in LDX
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PG
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Fri-Sun:
12:20, 3:40pm
Mon-Thurs: 3:40pm
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Daddys
Home 2
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PG-13
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Fri-Sun:
11:40pm, 2:00pm, 4:20pm, 7:15pm, 9:50pm
Mon-Thurs:
4:20pm, 7:15, 9:50pm
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Justice
League
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PG-13
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Fri-Sun: 4:00pm, 9:45pm
Mon-Thurs: 4:00, 9:45pm
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Justice
League LDX
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PG-13
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Fri-Sun: 12:00pm, 3:45pm, 6:40pm, 6:50pm, 9:30pm,
9:40pm
Mon-Thurs: 3:45, 6:40, 6:50, 9:30pm,
9:40pm
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Murder
On The Orient Express
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PG-13
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Fri-Sun: 1:00pm, 4:05pm,
7:00pm, 9:45pm
Mon-Thurs: 4:05, 7:00, 9:45pm
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The
Star
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PG
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Fri-Sun:
12:10pm, 2:10pm, 4:10pm, 7:20pm, 9:30pm
Mon-Thurs: 4:10, 7:20, 9:30pm
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Thor
Ragnarok
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PG13
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Fri-Sun: 12:50pm, 3:55pm, 6:40pm, 9:35pm
Mon-Thurs: 3:55, 6:40, 9:35pm
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Wonder
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PG13
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Fri-Sun: 12:30pm, 1:10pm,
4:15pm,6:55pm 7:05pm, 9:35pm
Mon-Thurs: 4:15, 6:55, 7:05, 9:35pm
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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. & Sun. 11:30am & 1:00pm; Sat. 11:30am 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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Kinney Pioneer Museum-Hwy 122 West
(Municipal Airport)-(641-423-1258)-Open May-September; Tuesday-Sunday 1-5pm.
Other times by appointment.
Admission $3 adults, $1 children under 12.
Admission $3 adults, $1 children under 12.
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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
