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Thursday, January 11, 2018

Have Some Fun This Frosty Weekend!

January 11- January 17, 2018

Exhibit: Susanne Crane: Selected Works - Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (Center Space Gallery), 303 2^nd 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/

January 13, 2018

Chris Janson - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Best Known for his signature harmonica playing, Chris Janson was born to entertain crowds. In 2015, his breakthrough #1 Platinum single "Buy Me A Boat" was the 7^th bestselling country song of the year. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets $35 in advance/$40 at the door. www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice

January 13, 2018

Live Music: Ryne Doughty – Fat Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Join us for a free, cozy afternoon concert with Des Moines-based Roots-Americana musician Ryne Doughty. Event time: 2pm-5pm. No admission fee – Must be 21+. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/listofevents/2017/4/22/ryne-doughty

January 14, 2018

Mr. Popper's Penguins - North Iowa Area Community College Auditorium, 500 College Drive (641-422-4188). Painter and decorator by day, Mr. Popper spends his time dreaming of Antarctic adventures. He is astounded when one day a packing crate arrives on his doorstep and a penguin waddles out! With original songs and performing penguin puppets, this delightful, action-packed musical adaptation of Richard and Florence Atwater's popular book (also made into a Hollywood film starring Jim Carrey) is the perfect family treat! Show begins at 3:00pm. Tickets start at $20. Call for tickets 641-422-4188 or order online at www.niacc.edu/boxoffice

January 16, 2018

Roller Skating - Roller City, 600 2^nd 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

January 17, 2018

FREE Family Fun Night - Southbridge Mall, 100 S. Federal Ave. (641-423-6688). Arts, crafts, balloon animals, a bounce house and much more! Enjoy FREE family fun while doing a little shopping! Family Fun Nights take place the 3^rd Wednesday of every month from 5-7pm. www.southbridgemall.net

January 17, 2018

Brewery Book Club: BLINK – Fat Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Join us for the 1^st meeting of the Fat Hill Book Club 2018. The club meets once a month at the brewery (3^rd Wednesday of each month at 7pm) and anyone is welcome to come or not come based on their interest in that month’s book. No commitment, no stress…just the chance to learn something new, share your opinions, and meet fellow super nerds. There is no fee to participate and no purchased required. January’s book is Blink by Malcolm Gladwell. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/book-club/

January 18, 2018

Live Music: Wayward – Fat Hill Brewing, 17 N. Federal Ave (641-423-0737). Wayward’s sound has often been compared to Ed Sheeran, Jason Mraz, The Luminaires, and even Imagine Dragons. With lyrics and music spanning ages and genres, there will be something for everybody at this super casual Thursday night show. Event time: 7pm-9pm. No admission fee – Must be 21+. http://www.fathillbrewing.com/

Showing at Cinema West Theaters

(641) 421-1617 / www.cectheatres.com / Movies starting Friday, January 12 - Thursday, January 18, 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
Commuter in LDX	PG-13	Fri-Mon: 11:45 am, 2:05 pm, 4:25 pm, 6:45 pm, 9:35 pm Tues-Wed: 4:25pm, 6:45pm, 9:35pm
Darkest Hour	PG-13	Fri-Mon: 1:00 pm, 3:55 pm, 6:50 pm, 9:40 pm Tues-Wed: 3:55 pm, 6:50 pm, 9:40 pm
Greatest Showman	PG-13	Fri-Mon: 11:50 am, 2:10 pm, 4:25 pm, 7:15 pm, 9:35 pm Tues-Wed: 4:25 pm, 7:15 pm, 9:35 pm
Insidious The Last Key	PG-13	Fri-Mon: 12:40 pm, 4:10 pm, 7:05 pm, 9:45 pm Tues-Wed: 4:10 pm, 7:05 pm, 9:45 pm
Jumanji	PG-13	Fri-Mon: 12:50 pm, 4:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 9:40 pm Tues-Wed: 4:00 pm, 7:00 pm, 9:40 pm
Paddington 2	PG	Fri-Mon: 11:35 am, 2:00 pm, 4:20 pm, 7:10 pm, 9:30 pm Tues-Wed: 4:20 pm, 7:10 pm, 9:30 pm
Pitch Perfect 3	PG-13	Fri - Mon: 12:10 pm, 2:20 pm, 4:30 pm, 7:20 pm, 9:50 pm Tues - Wed: 4:30 pm, 7:20 pm, 9:50 pm
Proud Mary	R	Fri- Mon: 12:00 pm, 2:15 pm, 4:35 pm, 7:25 pm, 9:45 pm Tues-Wed: 4:35 pm, 7:25 pm, 9:45 pm
Star Wars The Last Jedi	PG-13	Fri-Mon: 12:30 pm, 3:40 pm, 7:30 pm Tues-Wed: 3:40 pm, 7:30 pm
The Post in LDX	PG-13	Fri- Wed: 12:20 pm, 3:50 pm, 6:55 pm, 9:30 pm Tues-Wed: 3:50 pm, 6:55 pm, 9:30 pm

MASON CITY ATTRACTIONS

· Charles H. MacNider Art Museum- 303 2^nd St. SE - (641) 421-3666 - Wed., Fri., Sat., 9am-5pm; Tues & Thurs. 9am-8pm. Admission Free. www.macniderart.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

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Monday, January 1, 2018

My Column For January--Bruce Wasenius

Here we are again. 2018 unfolds in front of us and the 364 days to yet another year to look forward to. Looking back on the year gone by and thinking about those people and places familiar and strange that I've encountered.
I don't really make resolutions or if I do it'll be something easy. My goals are simple, to have grey hair down to the middle of my back, still on the air on the way to 70, to improve my golfin', have some cigars with friends and enjoy the bands that play the Surf this year.
40 years ago I knew I was moving to North Iowa and was looking forward with excitement.
I stayed at the motel on the highway until I could find someplace to rent which turned out to be #2 Powers Ave. in Oakwood. It was the infamous winter of '77 - '78 the snow drifted so high that several garages were completely covered.
Coming up on the 40th anniversary to the sign on of the Z. Next month I'll have more to say about that. This picture was with two of the originals with me Brad Johnson and Kent Fletcher at a memorial for our friend the Mad Hatter.
Have a happy and safe month.

Saturday, December 30, 2017

Happy New Year!

This weekend leads up to what may be your first -- and worst -- hangover of 2018. This is a long weekend for most of us, so make sure it's a fun one.

SATURDAY:Charlie LawsonMonthly residency with a different featured artist each month. 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Every last Sat.; Free. Dubliner Pub, 2162 University Ave. W., St. Paul; 651-646-5551.

Harrison Street9 p.m. Dec. 30; Free. Schooner Tavern, 2901 27th Ave. S., Minneapolis; 612-729-4365.

Jack Knife and the Sharps8 p.m. Dec. 30; Free. Shaw's Bar & Grill, 1528 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis; 612-781-4405.
SUNDAY:
New Year's Eve at Brit'sRing in the UK New Year at 6 p.m. with free bubbly and bagpipes. The evening will also feature drink specials and Beatles tribute band A Hard Day's Night. Sunday, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Brit's Pub, 1110 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis.
Back Alley New Year's Eve Party9 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 31; Free. Schooner Tavern, 2901 27th Ave. S., Minneapolis; 612-729-4365.

Moonstone Fever8-12:15 a.m. Dec. 31; Free. Rosetown American Legion #542, 700 County Rd. C. W., St. Paul; 651-483-4405.

New Year’s Eve WassailAll-ages drum jam with drums provided, with a raffle, performance by Taikollaborative, food, and beverages. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Dec. 31; Free. The Women's Drum Center, 2242 University Ave. W., St. Paul; 651-695-1941.

Noon Year's EveFamily New Year's celebration featuring kids’ dance, music, contests, prizes, craft making, giveaways, and beach ball drop at noon. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Daily from Dec. 31-Jan. 1; Free. Marjorie McNeely Conservatory at Como Park, 1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul; 651-487-8200.

Thursday, December 28, 2017

Check Out What’s Happening in Mason City & North Iowa! December 28, 2017-January 4, 2018

December 31, 2017

New Years Eve Party (featuring Howl2Go Dueling Pianos) - Surf Ballroom, 460 N Shore Dr. Clear Lake (641-357-6151). Enjoy an exciting night with the dueling pianos- which includes a drummer and a guitarist and guarantees a full night of dancing and fun! Doors open at 8pm. Tickets: $20 Adv/ $25 Door. Must be 21 to attend. https://www.surfballroom.com/boxoffice/index.htm

January 4- January 10, 2018