Friday, November 18, 2016

Molly Hatchett Tonight At The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, IA


Southern rock/hard rock band Molly Hatchet was formed in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1971, founded by guitarists Dave Hlubek & Steve Holland. The band is known for their hit song "Flirtin' with Disaster" from their second studio album, Flirtin' with Disaster, released on September 1, 1979.
The band is named after a famous 17th century axe murderess “Hatchet Molly” who would behead her lovers. Talk about high-maintenance!
 Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 at the door.

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Here's Raw Material For Your Weekend Plans




November 17-20, 2016
After the Fall - Mason City Community Theatre 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. A man confides in a friend, in the background are key figures in his life, and they move in and out of narrative. They bring the tortured image of his mother's death and of his mother's fury with his father. These intertwining images bring back the memories of inquisition when men were asked to name names of those who had joined with them in a communism that they mistook for a better future…

November 18, 2016
Indoors Farmers Market - Willlowbrook Mall, 1631 4th St. SW (641-424-4002). 10am-2pm, baked goods, frozen berries, rugs, jewelry, potholders, honey, eggs, homemade cleaners and more! For questions call Glenys Scloemer 641-530-0837

November 18, 2016
FAME : The Musical - NIACC Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188).  The Musical is a full-throttle journey traversing the struggles, fears, and triumphs of young artist navigating the worlds of dance, music, and theatre. Show  at 7:30.  Call/ order online for tickets at www.niacc.edu/boxoffice

November 18, 2016
Molly Hatchet- Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Southern Rock music filled with style and emotion, such as the Allman Brothers, Lynyrd Skynyrd and a band from Jacksonville, Florida called Molly Hatchet. Tickets: $20 advanced/ $25 at the door. Doors open at 8pm.

November 18, 2016
Holiday Premier of It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas - The Music Man Square, 308 S. Pennsylvania Ave. (641-424-2852).  Share in the holiday spirit as friends and neighbors gather at The Music Man Square from 5-8pm to experience the nostalgia and warm memories of Christmases past. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the season as you stroll the 1912 Streetscape adorned with vintage animated window displays, decor and holiday music. The culinary staff from Hy-Vee East will provide samples from an abundance of savory appetizers, artisan pastries, flavorful cheeses and fancy desserts, paired with tastings of your favorite wine choices. Tickets $50 per person.

November 19, 2016
Holiday Extravaganza - Willlowbrook Mall, 1631 4th St. SW (641-424-4002). Style show -features styles from Brown's shoes, Tried & True, Emerson's at the Willow and Saxony - starts at 1pm. For questions call Glenys Scloemer 641-530-0837

November 19, 2016
ART ON THE PLAZA 1 Year Anniversary Open House - Art on the Plaza, 11 S. Federal, downtown Mason City.  From 10am-4pm Art on the PLAZA, will host an open house to celebrate our first year anniversary! Please join us for beverages and snacks and a chance to visit with the artist! We look forward to seeing you.

November 19, 2016
Whimsical Christmas Painting - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum, 302 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666). Get imaginative for this acrylic on canvas class. Paint a whimsical Christmas theme you will be proud to have in your home. Holiday treats will be provided. Class time: 1pm-4pm. Cost: $30 public/ $27 members.

November 19, 2016
Toys For Tots Collection With Santa Claus –
Cannonball 457, East State Street (East Park) (641-423-5328), 1-3pm.

November 19, 2016
Neal McCoy - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-6151).  Enjoy country hits such as 'No Doubt About it', 'The Luckiest Man in the World', 'Billy's Got His Beer Goggles On' and more. Tickets: $20 advance/$25 at the door. Doors open at 8pm.

November 19, 2016
Origami Class- Wright on the Park, 17 S. Federal Ave. (phone). Students ages 5-12 are invited to an origami class from 1-4pm. The event is FREE and materials are provided. Joanne Hardinger member of the WOTP education committee, will lead the Japanese Paper folding activities.

November 19, 2016
Roller Derby- River City Dames of Anarchy vs. Harbor City from Duluth, North Iowa Events Center- All Seasons Building, 3700 4th St SW (641-494-4831) Doors open at 6pm with play beginning at 7pm. Tickets:  $12 per person.

November 20, 2016
KCMR Annual Christmas Concert – NIACC Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-424-9300)
28th Annual concert promises to be “An Old Fashioned Christmas”. Toni Timmer &  The Iowa Andrews Sisters headline along with an all-star cast of singers. Concert will be at 2 pm and is a wonderful North Iowa beginning to this special season. Early bird discount tickets are $15.
www.kcmrfm.com

November 20, 2016
Soup for Paws -  Trinity Lutheran Church, 213 N Pennsylvania Ave (641-423-0536). Patriots for Pets supper is from 5pm to 7pm free will donation with proceeds going to medical bills for the animals.
November 22, 2016
Fall Instrumental Band Concert – NIACC Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188) North Iowa Concert Band will perform their Fall Concert, under the direction of John Klemas.  Show begins at 7:30PM with reception following. Admission: $5 adults/ Students Free

Friday, November 11, 2016

Here's What's Going On Around Here!

November 11-13, 2016
After the Fall - Mason City Community Theatre 215 S Delaware (641-424-6424). Box office open 1-5pm weekdays. Show times Thursday-Saturday 7pm; Sunday 2pm. A man confides in a friend, in the background are key figures in his life, and they move in and out of narrative. They bring the tortured image of his mother's death and of his mother's fury with his father. These intertwining images bring back the memories of inquisition when men were asked to name names of those who had joined with them in a communism that they mistook for a better future…

November 11, 2016
BJ Huffman – Mason City Brewing, 28 E. State Street (641-423-1080). Enjoy live music – starting at 8pm.

November 11, 2016
Live Music - Lorados, 18 S. Federal Ave. 'Six Pool' starts at 9pm.

November 11-12, 2016
In-Home Business & Craft Show - Willlowbrook Mall, 1631 4th St. SW (641-424-4002). Friday: 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-3pm. For questions call Glenys Scloemer 641-530-0837

November 11, 2016
The River & The Thread: Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal - NIACC Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188). Singer/songwriter Cash and musical director, guitarist and husband Leventhal will perform a highly-acclaimed and three-time Grammy® winning album, 'The River & The Thread'. It is a collection of original songs that connect and reconnect Cash to the American South, the place of her birth and the home of her ancestors. Show begins at 7:30. Tickets start at $20.  Call or order online for tickets at www.niacc.edu/boxoffice

November 12, 2016
Live Music – Kristy Neidlinger – FION BISTRO, 107 S. Delaware Ave. (641-529-7645)

November 12, 2016
Wine Tasting Fundraiser - Bolan Schoolhouse & Cultural Center, 4206 Tulip lane, Kensett, Iowa. The Bolan Schoolhouse will host a Wine Tasting Fundraiser from 1 to 4pm. For a $12 donation attendees can enjoy wine samples, snacks and appetizers and musical entertainment of Betsy and Tom of Betty & the Gents. There will be a large variety of Iowa wines to taste.

November 12, 2016
Flash Back - VFW 1733 1603 S. Monroe Ave. Enjoy a spaghetti supper starting at 4:30pm and live music from 7pm-11pm  with 'Flash Back'.

November 12, 2016
Little River Band - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr., Clear Lake (641-357-6151). A blend of musicians performing great vocals of the '70's & 80's. Little River Band is considered to be one of Australia's most significant bands. 
Tickets: $25 advanced/ $30 at the door. Doors open at 8pm.

November 12, 2016
MacNider Anniversary Film - MacNider Art Museum 302 2nd St. SE (641-421-3666).  A film celebrating the MacNider Museum's 50th anniversary will be shown at 10am in the Salsbury Room. There will be a reception with coffee and rolls. The film's director Paul Micich and the museum staff will be on hand to answer questions. The public is invited to this free event.

November 13, 2016
Travel & Adventure Film Series “Hawaii and the South Pacific”– NIACC, 500 College Drive (641-422-4358)
Films that appeal to a wide audience of travelers. Beautiful scenery, out-of-the-ordinary locations, various cultures, and people depicted throughout the films. 1st Citizens Bank will be sponsoring the November film series -  FREE admission. Starts at 2PM.

November 13, 2016
The North Iowa Coin, Stamp and Currency Show- Best Western Holiday Lodge, 2023 7th Ave. N Clear Lake (641-357-5253). From 9am-4pm this family-friendly market will feature items in all price ranges. There will be 20 tables of coins, stamps, gold, silver collectible currency and collecting supplies. Dealers from Iowa and Minnesota will offer free appraisals and will buy sell and trade.

November 14, 2016
After School Special Talkin' Turkey! - Lime Creek Nature Center, 3501 Lime Creek Road  (641-423-5309). 'Parent/Child' program will include a presentation about the wild turkey and a fun craft activity for the kids. Event is from 4-5pm.

November 14, 2016
Rising Country Star Jenn Bostic - Stillman Auditorium, 1601 Third Ave N., Clear Lake (641-357-6518). The Clear lake Area Concert Association will present young country artist Jenn Bostic at 7pm. Based in Nashville this Minnesota native is returning to the Midwest to share her beautiful voice piano skills and hot guitar.

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. ...