Holiday shopping season is here! 🎄 Several Clear Lake shops are kicking things off with holiday open houses tonight and throughout the weekend, complete with special deals, festive treats, and plenty of reasons to shop local. Check out our blog for all the details!
And with Veterans Day coming up on November 11, we’re proud to recognize the veteran-owned businesses and organizations in our Chamber membership. Be sure to check out our latest blog highlighting these local businesses!
This Week’s Highlights
Opening Reception: Environmental Concerns by Artist Margaret Whiting
Friday | 5-7 PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Meet the artist, explore thought-provoking artwork made from discarded law books, and enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres.
Hot Cocoa Hustle 5K
Saturday | 9 AM | $30 | Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center
Run or walk a 5K while supporting scholarships for local students through Clear Lake Rotary!
Great White
Saturday | Doors open at 6:30 PM | $49 | Surf Ballroom
Rock out to Great White’s hits, including “Once Bitten, Twice Shy,” “Rock Me,” and “Save Your Love”!
PodNet Solutions Credit Card Processing Workshop
Tuesday | 8:30-9:30 AM | Free, includes breakfast | Clear Lake Chamber
Enjoy a free breakfast while learning about credit card processing fees, surcharging, dual pricing, cash discounts, and compliance with Kathy Norris, CEO of PodNet Solutions. Bring your questions!
Social Media Power Hour
Wednesday | 1-2 PM | Clear Lake Chamber
Join Zoe from Moe Socials to explore holiday content trends, brainstorm winter post ideas, and turn your best-performing social media content into an actionable December plan that connects with your audience.
Ongoing & On View
All events are free unless noted
“Not Fade Away” Immersive Experience
Wed.-Sat., 9AM-4PM | $19.59 adults, $9.59 12 and under | Surf Ballroom Music Experience Center
Step inside the Surf’s immersive experience, where music history comes alive through interactive exhibits, iconic stories, and unforgettable moments celebrating the artists who shaped rock ’n’ roll.
Exhibition: Windbent, Waterworn by Artist Jennifer Lee
September 29-December 30 | Tue-Sat, 10AM-4PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Inspired by Iowa’s prairies and waterways, this exhibition pairs ceramic vessels with natural materials, reflecting wind, water, resilience, and the quiet forces that shape the landscapes around us.
Exhibition: Environmental Concerns by Artist Margaret Whiting
November 6-February 20 | Tue-Sat, 10AM-4PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Discover how discarded law books become thought-provoking art exploring environmental and social issues, challenging viewers to reflect on the laws, decisions, and human actions shaping our world and its future.
Thursday, November 5
Crafternoon
1-2 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Join us for an hour of crafting at the library! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination.
Charcuterie Workshop
6-8 PM | $65 | Registration Required | Lakehouse Market
Create your own charcuterie board with expert guidance, delicious fixings, and a beverage!
WINGO
6-8 PM | Lake Pin & Play
50¢ wings, BINGO, and prizes.
Trivioke Night
Karaoke 9 PM-1:30 AM, Trivioke 10-11PM | Luke’s Outlet Bar & Grill
Trivia meets karaoke with prizes, great music, and your chance to win a gift card!
KnewSince
9 PM-1 AM | Tap’d
High-energy DJ mixing tech house, dubstep, trap, hip-hop, mashups, remixes, and familiar favorites.
Friday, November 6
Play Café
10-11 AM | Clear Lake Public Library
Enjoy a warm beverage while little ones ages 0–5 play and socialize in the community room.
Opening Reception: Environmental Concerns by Artist Margaret Whiting
5-7 PM | Clear Lake Arts Center
Meet the artist, explore thought-provoking artwork made from discarded law books, and enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres.
Cosmic Bowling
8 PM-12 AM | $7 per person/hour | Lake Pin & Play
Enjoy glow lights, music, and a high-energy atmosphere that puts a whole new spin on your night at the lanes.
David Watson Music + Lions Football Watch Party
7-10 PM | Lake View Pub
Cheer on the Clear Lake Lions in the football quarterfinals while enjoying live music!
Spenser Rahm + Karaoke
7 PM -1:30 AM | Luke’s Outlet Bar & Grill
Spencer Rahm (Stubble Trouble) performs live from 7–10 PM, followed by karaoke starting at 10 PM!
DJ Night
9 PM-Midnight | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
The Kraft Brothers
9 PM-Midnight | TAP’d
Classic and modern country hits from the ’50s to today.
Saturday, November 7
Hot Cocoa Hustle 5K
9 AM | $30 | Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center
Run or walk a 5K while supporting scholarships for local students through Clear Lake Rotary!
Pastel in Practice Workshop with Artist Tom Christopher
10 AM-3 PM | $90 | Clear Lake Arts Center
Explore pastel painting techniques and create vibrant artwork in this hands-on workshop.
Great White
Doors open at 6:30 PM | $49 | Surf Ballroom
Rock out to Great White’s hits, including “Once Bitten, Twice Shy,” “Rock Me,” and “Save Your Love”!
Cosmic Bowling
8 PM-12 AM | $7 per person/hour | Lake Pin & Play
Enjoy glow lights, music, and a high-energy atmosphere that puts a whole new spin on your night at the lanes.
DJ Night
9 PM-1 AM | Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar
Your playlist, your night — request your favorites with a live DJ.
Scott Shaw
9 PM- 1 AM | TAP’d
Country & rock.
Sunday, November 8
Dear Santa Letter Week
November 8-14
November 8–14 is Dear Santa Letter Week, so it’s a good time to start thinking about those Christmas lists!
🎅 Santa returns to City Park November 28–December 20, ready to hear what everyone’s hoping to find under the tree! Visit Saturdays and Sundays from 1–4 PM, with extended hours during Christmas by the Lake from 6–7 PM.
🎄 New this year, the Clear Lake Chamber is the home of the Giving Tree! Starting November 17, stop by our Welcome Center at 205 Main Avenue to select an ornament and help make Christmas brighter for a local family. Gifts are due December 11.
Monday, November 9
Mahjong
3-5 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Enjoy a friendly game of Mahjong, open to beginners and experienced players.
Writing Group
6-7 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
A relaxed writing group with time for projects, prompts, and creative games.
BINGO Night
6:30-8:30 PM | Clear Lake VFW
Proceeds from every game support local charities and veteran programs.
Tuesday, November 10
PodNet Solutions Credit Card Processing Workshop
8:30-9:30 AM | Free, includes breakfast | Clear Lake Chamber
Enjoy a free breakfast while learning about credit card processing fees, surcharging, dual pricing, cash discounts, and compliance with Kathy Norris, CEO of PodNet Solutions. Bring your questions!
Teen Advisory Board
3:30-5 PM | Clear Lake Public Library
Teens in grades 6–12 help shape library programs, choose books, and earn Silver Cord hours!
Bread Baking 101
6-8 PM | $55 | Registration Required | Lakehouse Market
Learn to mix, knead, shape, and bake your own fresh loaf of homemade bread from scratch!
Wednesday, November 11
Little Bowlers Club
10:30 AM-11 PM | Lake Pin & Play
Kids enjoy one free game of bowling while families gather for fun and weekly meal specials!
Social Media Power Hour
1-2 PM | Clear Lake Chamber
Join Zoe from Moe Socials to explore holiday content trends, brainstorm winter post ideas, and turn your best-performing social media content into an actionable December plan that connects with your audience.
BINGO Night
6-8 PM | Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Hosted by the one and only Bingo Daddy with cool prizes and plenty of laughs.
Karaoke Night
9 PM- Midnight | TAP’d
Fun updated song book and on-stage effects.
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