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Exhibition: The Shape of Nature All Media Contest
Experience the creativity of Iowa’s landscapes, wildlife, and environmental themes at the Clear Lake Arts Center! From painting and photography to sculpture and mixed media, this all-media show highlights the many ways artists interpret and celebrate the natural world. Explore how creativity meets sustainability and be inspired by the forms, patterns, and spirit of Iowa’s environment. Come see the art. Celebrate nature. Support local artists.
On View April 8 – May 2
Open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10AM-4PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Exhibition: Iowa Justice, Iowa Earth the Paintings of Madai Taylor
What if the land could speak about injustice? Madai Taylor’s series, When the Earth Cries uses abstraction, soil pigments from different regions, and layered natural materials to reveal the connection between people, places, and the intertwined realities of environmental and racial inequality. These textured surfaces evoke both wounded landscapes and human skin, inviting viewers to feel these hidden truths with beauty and force. Exhibition is in collaboration with the Iowa Environmental Council and Drake University Community Press.
Exhibition On View April 10-May 23
Open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10AM-4PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Secondary Art Market
Refresh your walls and rediscover creativity at the Clear Lake Arts Center’s Secondary Art Market. This Earth Month fundraiser invites the community to shop a selection of secondhand artwork while supporting the Arts Center’s mission and continued success. Explore everything from drawing, painting, fiber art, jewelry, ceramics, and sculpture. Each piece full of character and ready for a new home. With accessible pricing with a wide range of styles and medias, the Secondary Art Market offers something for every space and every art lover. Celebrate sustainability, support the arts, and find art that’s new to you.
Art Market Open April 11–18, 2026
Open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 10AM-4PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Special Needs Planning Workshops
Join One Vision and Thrivent for a Special Needs Planning Workshop designed to help individuals with disabilities and their families plan confidently for the future. Led by Thrivent Financial Advisor Hannah Magrum—who brings both professional expertise and personal experience—this session will cover key topics including Medicaid and Medicare, special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and how financial planning connects to long-term support. Attend virtually at 12:00 PM or join us in person at 5:00 PM at the Kinney-Lindstrom Center in Clear Lake for a meal and watch party experience. This event is open to the community, with limited space available for the in-person option.Register online to reserve your spot and take the next step toward building a plan that supports your best life.
Agenda 5:00 PM — Registration 5:30 PM — Meal 6:00 PM — Workshop with Q&A
Thursday, April 16th virtually from 12-1PM or in-person at 5PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Pajama Story Time
Throw on your pajamas, bring a stuffie if you’d like, and come join us for a fun night story time at the library.
Thursday, April 16th from 6-6:30PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Jazz Night at Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Come experience the music scene Clear Lake is known for every Thursday night at Reserve 173° Bar & Grill. Enjoy live jazz from a talented local band alongside great food and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. Thursday is also the only night Reserve 173 offers gluten-free Fettuccini Alfredo with shrimp or chicken. Want to make it even more personal? Bring your favorite bottle of wine for a $30 corkage fee. Join us every Thursday from 6–9 p.m. for live music, great food, and a classic Clear Lake night out.
Thursday, April 16th from 6-9PM
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Reserve 173° Bar & Grill, 306 1st Ave. N.
BINGO at Lake Pin & Play
BINGO! Free to play. Fun prizes awarded for kids and adults.
Thursday, April 16th from 6:30-8:30PM
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Lake Pin & Play, 514 Buddy Holly Pl.
Trivia Thursday
Think you know it all? Gather your friends and put your knowledge to the test every Thursday at Lake Time Brewery for a night of fun, friendly competition, and craft beer! The trivia topics change weekly, so make sure to check our Facebook page for updates. Whether you’re a history buff, pop culture fanatic, or just love a good challenge, there’s something for everyone. Great prizes, great brews, and great times await—see you there!
Thursday, April 16th from 7-9PM
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Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Ave.
Now Playing: Project Hail Mary (PG)
Project Hail Mary(PG-13) has already earned a top 100 Letterbox ranking! A science teacher wakes up alone on a spaceship. As his memory returns, he uncovers a mission to stop a mysterious substance killing Earth’s sun and that an unexpected friendship may be the key.
Thursday/Friday, April 16th/17th: 7:00 PM Saturday/Sunday, April 18th/19th: 1:00, 4:00, & 7:00 PM
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Lake Theatre, 4 N. 4th St.
$5 adults, $4 children 12 and under
Karaoke at TAP’d
Karaoke at TAP’d brings a constantly updated song book, fun stage effects, and the same high-energy crowd ready to grab the mic.
Thursday, April 16th from 8PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Membership 101 Coffee | Unlock Your Chamber Benefits
Are you a current member looking to get the most out of your Chamber benefits? Or maybe you’re interested in exploring what Chamber membership can offer your business? Join us for Membership 101 Coffee, an event designed for both our current members and those considering joining the Chamber. In this one-hour session, we’ll dive into all of the benefits that come with membership and show you how to enhance your online business directory listing for greater visibility. It’s also a perfect chance for us to hear from you about what you need and how we can support you. Please RSVP to Stacy. We’re excited to meet you help you get the most out of your Chamber membership!
Friday, April 17th from 10-11AM
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Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, 306 Main Ave.
SoulCare Weekend: April 2026
Join us for an uplifting two-day Christian care weekend dedicated to pouring and investing into the souls of leaders in North Iowa, reigniting their passion for God and His incredible work in our lives.
CONNECT WITH FELLOW LEADERS Take a moment to breathe and be rejuvenated. Spend time with other leaders who are passionate about serving and supporting one another. This is an opportunity to foster connections that will encourage and strengthen your ministry.
WORSHIP TOGETHER Life’s journey is filled with peaks and valleys. Gather with fellow Christians who understand the path, as we lift our hearts in praise, worship, and gratitude to our Creator!
INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKERS In this care conference, our focus is to pour hope into our community through the transformative message of the Gospel. Together, we will seek to display God’s glory through families and individuals committed to serving His purpose.
Visit zionclearlake.org/soulcare for more information and to register. Registration is FREE, and donations are accepted. Register by Sunday, April 12 to guarantee your spot. *Meal and childcare are not provided* Donate to SoulCare Conference to help offset costs by visiting zionclearlake.org/soulcare/donation
Friday, April 17th from 6:30-8PM and Saturday, April 18th from 9am-Noon
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The Dock @ Zion on Main, 500 Main Ave.
Smogster Karaoke & DJ
Billy and Tayna are bringing a fun energetic Karaoke experience to the Lake View Pub this Friday! If you’re into the classics they have them or if you’re into todays hits you can sing your heart out too! Stop in for a cold drink enjoy the patio or the golf chipper game upstairs while you wait your turn to hit the stage!
Friday, April 17th from 7-11PM
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Lake View Pub, 18 N. 3rd. St.
Live Music at TAP’d
Big up and coming alternative country artist Will Barnett returns to TAP’d for a Friday night show! You can expect original country music as well as covers from artists such as Chris Stapleton, Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson and more.
Friday, April 17th from 8-11PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
All Request DJ Night at Rookies
Request your favorite songs from a live DJ!
Friday, April 17th & Saturday, April 18th from 9PM – 1AM
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Rookies, 307 Main Ave.
Karaoke Night at Rumorz
Grab the mic, grab a drink, and let your inner rockstar shine every Friday at Rumorz Bar & Grill! Ice cold drinks, all your favorite songs, no judgment — just good vibes! Kicks off at 9PM so bring your crew, belt it out, and make it a night to remember.
Friday, April 17th starting at 9 PM
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Rumorz Bar & Grill, 1210 South Shore Dr.
Clear Lake Earth Day
Youth Mile is at 8:30AM and has been moved indoors to the Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center.
5K/10K starts at 9AM at the Seawall. Same-day registration and packet pickup starts at 8AM at the Lakeview Room in City Park.
Outdoorfest has been moved indoors to the Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center, enjoy a bounce house, family games and more from 10AM-1PM.
Saturday, April 18th
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Sing Along Brunch at Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Live DJ bringing the vibes! Grab your friends, warm up those vocals, and get ready to sing your heart out while enjoying great food, craft cocktails, and the best atmosphere in Clear Lake. Open karaoke available!
Saturday, April 18th from 11AM-3PM
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Reserve 173° Bar & Grill, 306 1st Ave. N
Live Music at Lake View Pub
Sweet Rain Band playing all of your favorites on the stage at the Lake View Pub.
Saturday, April 18th from 7-10PM
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Lake View Pub, 18 N. 3rd. St.
Live Music at the VFW
The Mockingbirds perform.
Saturday, April 18th from 7-10PM
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VFW, 219 Main Ave
Live Music at Lake Pin & Play
Join us for live music by Spenser Rahm! Stop in after the Grand March for Clear Lake’s Prom. We’ll have specials and a guaranteed fun time for all!
Saturday, April 18th from 7:30-10:30PM
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Lake Pin & Play, 514 Buddy Holly Pl.
Cosmic Bowling
Cosmic Bowling every Saturday night at Lake Pin and Play starting at 8PM until midnight!
Saturday, April 18th from 8PM-Midnight
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Lake Pin & Play, 514 Buddy Holly Pl.
Live Music at TAP’d
Our debut show at TAP’d in Clear Lake!! Blanket Fort (Des Moines) is a female-fronted cover band that pays homage to the 90’s by performing covers of the decade’s biggest hits! Their setlist includes songs from legendary bands such as The Offspring, Sublime, Stone Temple Pilots, No Doubt, Clutch, Counting Crows, Smashing Pumpkins, Buckcherry, Nirvana, and Muse, among others. With their talented musicians and infectious energy, Blanket Fort is guaranteed to rock your socks off!
Saturday, April 18th from 8PM-Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
BINGO at Lake Pin & Play
BINGO! Free to play. Fun prizes awarded for kids and adults.
Sunday, April 19th from 1-3PM
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Lake Pin & Play, 514 Buddy Holly Pl.
Jordan Feliz: God is Good Tour
With special guest Riley Clemmons.
Sunday, April 19th, doors open at 7PM
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Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr.
$30.61
Mahjong
Whether you are new to Mahjong or have been playing for years, head to the library on Monday afternoons from 3:00-5:00 p.m. to play. The group meets in Study Room C with overflow into the sun room. If you have a set, feel free to bring that with so multiple games can get going.
Monday, April 20th from 3-5PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Writing Group
Bring a pencil and some paper (or grab your laptop) and join a community of writers. Use the time to work on a project or join in on the prompts and games provided. The group meets from 6:00 – 7:00 pm on Monday nights whenever the library is open.
Monday, April 20th from 6-7PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Book Chat: Endangered Eating
Book Chat meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm in the library meeting room. Endangered Eating by Sarah Lohman: American food traditions are in danger of being lost. How do we save them? Apples, a common New England crop, have been called the United States’ “most endangered food.” The iconic Texas Longhorn cattle is categorized at “critical” risk for extinction. Unique date palms, found nowhere else on the planet, grow in California’s Coachella Valley, but the family farms that caretake them are shutting down. Apples, cattle, dates, these are foods that carry significant cultural weight. But they’re disappearing. In Endangered Eating, culinary historian Sarah Lohman draws inspiration from the Ark of Taste, a list compiled by Slow Food International that catalogues important regional foods. Lohman travels the country learning about the distinct ingredients at risk of being lost. Readers follow Lohman to Hawaii, as she walks alongside farmers to learn the stories behind heirloom sugarcane. In the Navajo Nation, she assists in the traditional butchering of a Navajo Churro ram. Lohman heads to the Upper Midwest, to harvest wild rice; to the Pacific Northwest, to spend a day wild salmon reefnet fishing; to the Gulf Coast, to devour gumbo made thick and green with filé powder; and to the Lowcountry of South Carolina, to taste America’s oldest peanut, long thought to be extinct. Lohman learns from those who love these rare ingredients: shepherds, fishers, and farmers; scientists, historians, and activists. And she tries her hand at raising these crops and preparing these dishes. Each chapter includes two recipes, so readers can be a part of saving these ingredients by purchasing and preparing them. Animated by stories yet grounded in historical research, Endangered Eating gives readers the tools to support community food organizations and producers that work to preserve local culinary traditions and rare, cherished foods, before it’s too late.
Tuesday, April 21st from 12-1PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Chamber Business After Hours: Hosted by Snow Construction
Join us at Snow Construction for an evening of networking, great drinks, and a look inside their stunning showroom. Enjoy margaritas, chips, and dip from Cancun by the Lake, fun drinks from Fizz Co., Lake Time Beer, seltzers, and sweet treats from Starboard Market. Stick around to enter giveaways featuring Snow Construction merch + local gift cards valued at over $1,000, and don’t miss 10% off showroom products during the event! No RSVP required — just stop by, connect with fellow Chamber members, and enjoy a fun evening hosted by Snow Construction!
Tuesday, April 21st from 4:30-6PM
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Snow Construction, 2500 S. 8th St.
Will Sings Songs- Earth Day Special
Children’s musician Will Bjorndal performs original songs for young people of all ages in Will Sings Songs! Driven by audience participation, Will’s songs are guaranteed to get kids moving, grooving, laughing, and singing. A naturalist by trade, many of Will’s tunes are environmentally themed, but many are just plain fun! This high energy performance focuses on positivity, joy, and learning through curiosity. The program is funded in part by the Clear Lake Earth Day Committee.
Wednesday, April 22nd from 10:30-11:30AM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Awards Reception: The Shape of Nature All Media Contest
Join us on as we celebrate creativity, community, and the beauty of Iowa at the Awards Reception for The Shape of Nature at the Clear Lake Arts Center! Come experience a collection of artwork inspired by Iowa’s landscapes, wildlife, and environmental themes all created by talented local and regional artists. From painting and photography to sculpture and mixed media, this all-media exhibition highlights the many ways nature shapes our world and our creativity. We’ll be awarding: First, Second, Third Place and Honorable Mention by public vote. Celebrate Earth Day surrounded by art, community, and inspiration. Bring a friend, support local artists, and see who takes home the honors! Let’s honor the land that inspires us together.
Wednesday, April 22nd from 5-6:30PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
BINGO Night at Reserve 173° Bar & Grill
Spend your Wednesday nights with Bingo Daddy at Reserve 173° for laughs, prizes, cocktails, and great food. Grab your crew, settle in, and make it a weekly tradition.
Wednesday, April 22nd from 6-8PM
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Reserve 173° Bar & Grill, 306 1st Ave. N.
Bags Night at the VFW
VFW weekly bean bag night is every Wednesday. Sign up at 6:30pm, play begins at 7pm. $1 entry per person, prize money awarded each week. Bring a snack to share if you like!
Wednesday, April 22nd from 6:30-9PM
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VFW, 219 Main Ave.