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We all Scream for Ice Cream!
photocredit: seriouseats.com BY: RACHEL SMITH Goodness… when I started this blog post, I thought it would be a fun little fluff piece about an upcoming ice cream social. As I began to research, to really dig into the meat and potatoes of the organization, I realized it had turned into so much more. Something deeper,...
Another BUSY weekend at the Lake!
photocredit: BBBBQ facebook BY: RACHEL SMITH How can it be Friday again already? I feel like I blinked twice and this week just sped right on by. Apparently I need to hold on a little tighter to the reins of life or I just might get left in the dust. Whew! Okay, so now that you had a minute to catch your breath from the...
Back to Life. Back to Reality.
photocredit: mymcmedia.org BY: RACHEL SMITH Well, folks, we made it. Another 4th of July has come and gone in Clear Lake, leaving behind a slew of happy visitors and tired locals. And wasn’t it just amazing? With the threat of rain each day, I’d say we lucked out. Big time. Even with a few showers - and having to delay...
It’s Like Music to My Ears
photocredit: The Chamber - Arch Allies in the Park BY: RACHEL SMITH Lots of words come to mind when I think of Independence Day: Celebration. Patriotism. Freedom. Parade. Carnival. Family. Cheese Balls!! And, of course, music. The musical acts of Clear Lake’s 4th of July Extravaganza have been a staple of the event...
Hello Sunshine
photocredit: foamite.com BY: RACHEL SMITH Is this it? Is it finally happening? I mean, my weather app says so, but a tiny part of me is having trouble trusting it. Could summer finally be here? As I checked the forecast at the beginning of this week, that old Conway Twitty song began to float through my head. Not even...
A Commitment of Excellence
BY: RACHEL SMITH Tradition. Celebration. Patriotism and community pride. These words come to mind when I think of the 4th of July in Clear Lake. And let’s not forget: Fireworks. Carnival rides. Massive Parade and cheese balls for days! I’m not sure there’s a celebration around that can even hold a candle to our...
July 4th Parking & Road Closures
July 4 permit letter 6-12-19 Hello! The July 4th Celebration is rapidly approaching. This event brings in thousands of visitors and guests to our community. The City of Clear Lake and the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce have been working closely to make this year's celebration a fun and safe environment for...