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Winter Dance Party Student Art Show
Clear Creek K-5 students explored the legendary rock stars through collage-style vinyl album covers. Each artwork, inspired by the history and impact of 1950s music, reflects the students’ creativity and celebrates the iconic musicians and their influence. Twelve pieces, showcasing unique designs from each student, Join us in honoring the legacy of rock ‘n’ roll.
On display through Friday, February 21, 2025 Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Exhibition: Constructs from the Printed Page by artist Andy Chenchar
Join the Clear Lake Arts Center for the Hanson Hall “Constructs from the Printed Page”, by collage artist, Andy Chenchar. This show features Chenchar’s blending layers of printed material into visual narratives. The exhibition will be on view From January 31st through March 8th.
On display through Saturday, March 8, 2025
Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Cards & Creativity
Cards & Creativity meets every Thursday that the library is open at 1:00 p.m. This is a weekly opportunity to meet up with others to play games or engage in your creative outlet of choice. You can work on fiber art, writing, music, drawing, or anything else that inspires you! We’ll provide coloring supplies and cards for you to use!
Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Casual Chess Club
The 2nd session of Chess Club will run through February 27 on Thursdays from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Players of all ages & abilities are invited to join us during this time. The first 30 minutes will include instruction and snack, followed with lots of free play games. Children ages 8+ wishing to ride the bus from Clear Creek must register for the program, but teens and adults are welcome to join us on a drop-in basis. If you only want to play (no instruction), feel free to join us from 4-5 p.m. for some pick-up games. Please direct all questions to Brianna at librarykids@cltel.net.
Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Business After Hours hosted by Blush Salon and Spa
You’re invited to the Business After Hours hosted by Blush Salon and Spa and the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce First Mates. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see the salon’s newest renovations, explore the many services they offer, receive 10% off on all salon products, take advantage of a special on permanent jewelry, and more!
Bring your friends or co-workers for an evening filled with drinks, food, and beauty!
Thursday, February 13, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Blush Salon and Spa, 518 S. 8th St.
Brave New World Book Club: Matched
Dystopia is an imagined state or society in which there is great suffering or injustice. Usually these imagined states end up ominously reflective of our own society. Matched by Ally Condie: In the Society, Officials decide. Who you love. Where you work. When you die. Cassia has always trusted the Society’s choices. And when her best friend appears on the Matching screen, she is certain he’s the one—until she sees another face flash for an instant before the screen fades to black. Now she is faced with impossible choices: between Xander and Ky, between the only life she’s ever known and a path no has dared to follow . . . between perfection and the truth.
Thursday, February 13, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
NOW PLAYING: Captain America: Brave New World (PG-13)
After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, played by Harrison Ford in his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.
Thursday & Friday, February 13 & 14, 2025, 7:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday, February 15 & 16, 2025 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, & 7:00 PM
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St.
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
Purchase tickets online
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, February 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Ave.
For Your Home: What You Need To Know Before You Build
The first of a 3-part series for your home and landscape! Sara, owner of Simply Home Staging and Katie, owner of Katie Casey Designs discuss design details you should know before the drywall goes up and the sidewalks get poured.
Join us LIVE on Facebook and Instagram from the comforts of your home.
Bring your questions, or submit them prior for a chance to win a free home and landscape consultation.
This event is free to join ideal for homeowners, builders, and realtors trying to make their spaces more beautiful in 2025.
Thursday, February 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Karaoke at TAP’d
Thursday night in Clear Lake is all about Karaoke @ TAP’d! Jared & his crew are constantly updating the song book & coming up with new on stage effects to make it so much fun!
Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Live Music at TAP’d
Australian sensation, Luke Thomas, is back at TAP’d to celebrate Valentine’s Day with you! Luke picked up the guitar at 13 taking inspiration from the classic greats of George Strait, Tim McGraw, and Johnny Cash while learning the more modern songs of Eric Church, Luke Combs, Blake Shelton & Luke Bryan! Luke Thomas takes the TAP’d stage at 9PM!
Friday, February 14, 2025, 9:00 PM – midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Color the Wind Kite Festival
Join us in Clear Lake, Iowa, for an extraordinary winter spectacle at the Color the Wind Kite Festival, the largest and most vibrant event of its kind in the Midwest. This festival showcases an awe-inspiring collection of gigantic inflatable kites, masterfully flown by dedicated kite enthusiasts from all corners of the United States. With free admission, we kindly appreciate any donations to support this incredible celebration!
Prepare to be enchanted as the sky above Clear Lake transforms into a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of colors. The sheer size and artistry of the kites will leave you in awe, while the perfectly synchronized choreography to musical numbers adds a magical touch to the entire experience.
Clear Lake’s frozen oasis becomes a magnet for visitors eager to witness the grandeur of kite-flying on a scale like never before. Whether you’re a seasoned kite-flyer or a newcomer to this captivating hobby, the festival promises something for everyone. It’s an event that transcends age and expertise, captivating the young and the young at heart alike.
Please remember that this is a winter event, so be prepared for potentially chilly temperatures. Dress warmly and come bundled up to fully enjoy the festivities. And don’t forget to bring your sunglasses to shield your eyes from the dazzling display above!
Mark your calendars for the Color the Wind Kite Festival in Clear Lake, Iowa, and prepare to embark on a visual journey that will leave you breathless. This remarkable event is not to be missed!
FAQs
Ice Conditions: Ice conditions are monitored by our safety team. We will continue to update regarding ice conditions as the event nears. Note: If ice conditions are not safe, the event will be canceled. There is no back-up location.
Parking: ADA parking map & downtown road closure map is posted below. On-street parking is allowed anywhere the road is not closed.
Shuttles: See below for 2 shuttle route maps that offer free parking and downtown pickup/drop off. Shuttle service begins at 10:30am, the last pick up downtown will be 4:00pm.
You may drive along N Lakeview Drive to view the kites without getting out of your car.
Kites will be available for purchase at the Lakeview Room. You may also bring your own kite to fly, just steer clear of the large kites and their lines!
Our visitor center / gift shop will be open from 9am-4pm. Warm up, sign our guest book and check out our Color the Wind and Clear Lake merch! (205 Main Ave across from City Park).
In addition to these local restaurants, we will have a couple food trucks parked across from the Clear Lake Yacht Club.
You may NOT drive or park your car on the ice downtown in the designated festival area.
Other Saturday activities:
Surf Ballroom is open from 9am-1pm.
Clear Lake Arts Center is open from 10am-4pm.
Clear Lake Public Library Activities:
10:30am: Color the Wind Story Time
11:30am – 2:00pm: Warming Station with hot drinks (cocoa, coffee, and tea).
2:30pm: Take Flight at the Library – CLPL’s own historian Cindy Richardson covers the history of flight and important flights in Clear Lake.
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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Downtown Clear Lake
Create a Collage Kite Festival Creation
Join us at the Clear Lake Arts Center for a fun and creative day for all ages! Celebrate the Kite Festival by making your own colorful kite collage like artist Andy Chenchar, to take home. Warm up indoors and explore our amazing exhibits while you’re here. There’s something for everyone to enjoy! Come make memories, get inspired, and take part in a community celebration of art and creativity!
Saturday, February 15th, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Colorful Story Time
Join us for a fun day during the Color the Wind Kite Festival in town. Start with Story Time at 10:30 a.m., aimed for ages 3-6 with their families, but all are welcome. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and books before heading to see the kites!
Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
Scrabble Saturday
Join us on the 3rd Saturday of each month for a couple hours of wordsmithing! Whether you’re a seasoned Scrabble enthusiast or just learning, this is a great opportunity to meet other word lovers and engage in some friendly competition!
Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
Take Flight at the Library
Join us for a fun day during the Color the Wind Kite Festival in town. After enjoying the display of kites, head to the library for a Take Flight program by our own Historian covering the history of flight and important flights in Clear Lake, starting at 2:30 p.m. The event should end in time to catch the shuttle back to your vehicle!
Saturday, February 15, 2025 from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
Live Music at TAP’d
Fly into TAP’d this Saturday during & after the Color the Wind Kite Festival to catch some live music from Mr. Entertainment himself, David Watson! David makes the trip up from Des Moines to play us a nice mix of rock and country from the 70’s to today from artists like Cheap Trick, Journey, Johnny Cash, George Strait, just to name a few. David will have you entertained for the entirety of his show! David takes the stage at 4!
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
DJ at the VFW
DJ Chuck will play all your favorite hits!
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Live Music at TAP’d
We have some amazing country talent coming back over from Fort Dodge in 2023 Midwest CMO “Maverick of the Year Nominee”, Jesse Wilson! Jesse has some originals to share with us to go along with some great rock and country covers! Jesse takes the stage at 9!
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
IDEA Camp
The NIACC Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center is hosting a dynamic day camp for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who do not have school on Presidents’ Day. This hands-on program is perfect for creative and ambitious students to begin learning and practicing the entrepreneurial mindset.
Monday, February 17, 2025, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Check in is from 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM
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NIACC Pappajohn Center, 500 College Dr., Mason City
Bean Bag 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!
Wednesdays, sign up at 6:30 PM, bags fly at 7:00 PM
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VFW, 219 Main Ave.