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Wicked (PG)
Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda’s unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba’s determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. The film also stars Oscar winner Michelle Yeoh as Shiz University’s regal headmistress Madame Morrible; Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) as Fiyero, a roguish and carefree prince; Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Broadway’s Spongebob Squarepants, Fosse/Verdon) as Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student; Marissa Bode in her feature-film debut as Nessarose, Elphaba’s favored sister; and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz.
Thursday, January 16, 7:00 PM
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Lake Theatre, 4 North 4th Street
Fees: Adults $5, Children 12 and under $4
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, January 16, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Fresh Flowers & Cozy Cocktails
Learn how to design a beautiful, fresh flower bouquet while sipping on a seasonally tasteful mocktail or cocktail. No experience needed! We’ll cover the basics of arranging and then let you unleash your creativity with a curated palette of fresh flowers—perfect for a mid-January pick-me-up.
Register by January 12th. Walk-ins can not be accommodated. In case of inclement weather, the workshop may be rescheduled or refunded entirely.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
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Katie Casey Designs, 419 Main Avenue, Clear Lake, IA 50428
Fees: $50
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, January 16, 2025, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library Meeting Room A
Adult BINGO at Elly’s
Join us for ADULT bingo @ Elly’s. Must be 21+.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 6:00 PM
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Elly’s Lounge, 12 South Shore Dr.
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, January 16, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Lake Time Brewery
Hadestown
Welcome to Hadestown where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony® Awards including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today…and always. Hadestown intertwines two mythic tales—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone—as it invites you on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Mitchell’s beguiling melodies and Chavkin’s poetic imagination pit industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. Performed by a vibrant ensemble of actors, dancers, and singers, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets you go.
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 7:00 PM
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North Iowa Community Auditorium, 500 College Drive, Mason City, IA 50401
Fees: Tickets start at $81
Karaoke @ TAP’d
Thursday night in Clear Lake is all about the 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, January 16, 2025, 8:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Homestead (PG-13)
A nuclear bomb is detonated in Los Angeles, and the nation devolves into unprecedented chaos. Ex-Green Beret Jeff Eriksson and his family escape to The Homestead, an eccentric prepper’s fortress nestled in the mountains. As violent threats and apocalyptic conditions creep toward their borders, the residents of The Homestead are left to wonder: how long can a group of people resist both the dangers of human nature and the bloodshed at their doorstep?
Friday, January 17, 7:00 PM; Saturday-Sunday, January 18-19, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, & 7:00 PM
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Lake Theatre, 4 North 4th Street
Fees: Adults $5, Children 12 and under $4
Live Music at the VFW
Maclane Powell will be strummin’ his guitar and signin’ those songs that everyone knows.
Friday, January 17, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Grand Re-Opening Celebration
The Funky Zebra’s Boutique remodel is complete and we couldn’t be more excited to share it with you! Come see the store, snag a cute piece of jewelry with Funky & Forever, learn about our new Seasonal Color Analysis Service and of course do a little shopping!
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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The Funky Zebras Boutique, 210 Hwy 18 W
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, January 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Grant Wood: Artistic Rags to Riches
Randy Lengeling presents a look at Wood’s personal life story, his artistic development and meteoric rise to international prominence as the leader of Regionalism, his controversial professorship at the State University of Iowa, and his enduring legacy in art history, having lived nearly his whole life in Iowa. His story is an inspiration for all Americans, particularly Iowans, and a shining example that world-influencing achievements can occur in this “flyover” state that we call home. Original Grant Wood works may be available for viewing. Randy Lengeling is a native Iowan who grew up in Carroll and received his entire medical education in internal medicine and gastroenterology at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. In 1981, he started and continues his private practice in Dubuque with the Grand River Medical Group (formerly Dubuque Internal Medicine). Having been goal-directed in his medical training, he had little, if any, art history instruction and when then having the time and resources to travel, he attempted to satisfy this “incomplete education” by visiting art museums at every opportunity. While initially becoming a fan of Impressionism, upon one of many visits to the Art Institute of Chicago in 1984, he viewed a major retrospective of a fellow lifelong Iowan entitled “Grant Wood: The Regionalist Vision.” Naively, he knew of and had seen Wood’s American Gothic there, but the inspiring story of this Iowan’s arduous journey from a poor farm boy to the creator of the overnight success that now rivals DaVinci’s Mona Lisa for international recognition, was an epiphany. From then on, his avocation has been collecting, researching, curating, and lecturing on Iowa’s most famous artist and is a founding and active trustee and benefactor of the Dubuque Museum of Art, which has a world-class Grant Wood collection.
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Location: Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Live Music @ TAP’d
You don’t want to miss Saturday night when we bring back Midwest CMO country artist of the year 2024 and new artist of the year 2023, Jordan Beem! Jordan plays a wide variety of music from classic rock to all kinds of pop and country. He takes the stage at 9 p.m. and will keep the party going all night long!
Saturday, January 18, 2025, 9:00 PM
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Location: TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
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, January 20, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Lego® Day at the Library
On the 4th Wednesday of every month, all ages are invited to join us in the meeting room for a few hours of building fun from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Come and go program. No registration required.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library Meeting Room, 200 N 4th St.
Business Essentials: Entrepreneurship Essentials I
Business Essentials is a free, live webinar with the NIACC Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center. This small group workshop delves into the critical steps required to turn your business idea into a reality. Explore the intricacies of starting a business, uncover the common pitfalls that lead to failure, and gain invaluable insights into what not to do. This session is the cornerstone of your entrepreneurial journey, offering practical guidance and expert advice to set you on the right path.
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
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Online via Zoom
VFW Bean Bag Night
VFW weekly bean bag night is every Wednesday. Sign up at 6:30 PM, play begins at 7 PM. $1 entry per person, prize money awarded each week. Bring a snack to share if you like!
Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
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Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.