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North Iowa Student Art Show
Celebrate Student Art Month at the Clear Lake Arts Center! Join us for the North Iowa Student Art Show, showcasing incredible artwork from K-12 students across the area! Come support young artists and experience their creativity firsthand!
On display through Saturday, March 22, 2025
Open Wednesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Visit the Clear Lake Arts Center’s website
Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.

Crafternoon
Drop by the library and make a craft while you search for books over Spring Break! Children will be able to create and imagine projects using leftover materials from our craft closet, or create one of our template projects on display. We provide the supplies; you provide the creativity. Program is come and go. Open to all ages.
Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 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, March 13, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.

Dystopian Book Club: Afterland
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. Afterland by Lauren Beukes: Most of the men are dead. Three years after the pandemic known as The Manfall, governments still hold and life continues—but a world run by women isn’t always a better place. Twelve-year-old Miles is one of the last boys alive, and his mother, Cole, will protect him at all costs. On the run after a horrific act of violence-and pursued by Cole’s own ruthless sister, Billie—all Cole wants is to raise her kid somewhere he won’t be preyed on as a reproductive resource or a sex object or a stand-in son. Someplace like home. To get there, Cole and Miles must journey across a changed America in disguise as mother and daughter. From a military base in Seattle to a luxury bunker, from an anarchist commune in Salt Lake City to a roaming cult that’s all too ready to see Miles as the answer to their prayers, the two race to stay ahead at every step . . . even as Billie and her sinister crew draw closer.
Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.

NOW PLAYING: The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie (PG)
That’s not all folks! From Ketchup Entertainment, Warner Bros. Animation, director Pete Browngardt, and the creative team behind the award-winning “Looney Tunes Cartoons” comes THE DAY THE EARTH BLEW UP: A LOONEY TUNES MOVIE, a brand new buddy comedy starring one of the greatest comedic duos in history–Porky Pig and Daffy Duck! This richly-crafted, hand-drawn 2D animated adventure marks the first fully-animated feature-length film in Looney Tunes history, told on a scope and scale that’s truly out of this world. Porky Pig and Daffy Duck venture to the big screen as unlikely heroes and Earth’s only hope when their antics at the local bubble gum factory uncover a secret alien mind control plot. Faced with cosmic odds, the two are determined to save their town (and the world!)… that is if they don’t drive each other totally looney in the process. Featuring the voices of acclaimed actors Eric Bauza, Candi Milo, Peter MacNicol, Wayne Knight, and Laraine Newman with the laugh-out-loud gags, vibrant visuals, and beloved characters that make the Looney Tunes so timeless and iconic.
Thursday March 13, 7:00 PM
Friday, March 14, 2025, 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM Saturday, March 15 & Sunday, March 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, March 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Ave.

For Your Home: Easy Ways to Refresh Your Home & Landscape
The final of a 3-part series for your home and landscape! Sara, owner of Simply Home Staging & Design and Katie, owner of Katie Casey Designs discuss details you should know before the drywall goes up and the sidewalks get poured. Bring your questions, or submit them prior for a chance to win a free home and landscape consultaion. This event is free to join and ideal for homeowners, builders, and realtors trying to make their spaces more beautiful in 2025.
Thursday, March 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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This session is on Katie Casey Designs Instagram or Facebook

Karaoke at TAP’d
Thursday night in Clear Lake is all about karaoke at 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, March 13, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.

Live Music at TAP’d
The Schoon Brothers perform
Friday, March 14, 2025, 8:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.

Rainbow Play Date
It’s a colorful day at the library! Join us in the meeting room for some fun rainbow-themed games and activities. Geared toward ages 6 and under, but all are welcome.
Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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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, March 15, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.

Hairball: Silver Anniversary Tour
A band puts on a concert—Hairball puts on an event! Their bombastic, action-packed rock and roll extravaganza is chock-full of jaw-dropping elements: from an arena-sized light show, smoke, fire, and pyrotechnics, they bring an arsenal that will hit you so hard, you’ll forget it’s not the original. Hairball has evolved into an explosive touring act that brings the glory of the ’80s across the nation with a 2+ hour, drop-dead-accurate homage to the biggest arena acts in the world. Their stage becomes an entirely new concert before your very eyes countless times throughout the night. You’ll see all your favorite legendary hits—from Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, Aerosmith, and more. These cover band rockstars pride themselves on nailing some of the most memorable licks and chops of all time. This isn’t their side job. These guys eat, sleep, and breathe rock and roll! 2025 finds Hairball celebrating its 25th year of electrifying audiences, and they are still constantly adding more characters, sounds, props, and surprises! Don’t confuse this act with the countless “’80s Tribute” bands out there: Hairball is an experience, an attitude, and an expression of music that isn’t simply a retro flashback; it’s an exciting, chaotic, fiery party that has to be experienced to be believed!
Saturday, March 15, 2025 doors open at 8:00 PM
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Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr. $23 advance, $28 at the door

Live Music at TAP’d
Sierra Griggs performs
Saturday, March 15, 2025, 8:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.

Knights of Columbus Irish Stew
The 42nd Annual Knights of Columbus special recipe Irish Stew is a perfected blend of tender meat, carrots, onions, turnips and potatoes, all delicately spiced and simmered to perfection. Also included on the menu are crackers and cheese along with an assortment of delicious homemade pies. Tickets available from a Knight of Columbus or at the door.
Sunday, March 16, 2025 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Hall, 1001 9th Ave. S. Adults $10, kids under age 7 $5

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, March 17, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St

Book Chat: Sleeping Giants
Book Chat meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm in the library meeting room. Sleeping Giants by Rene Denfeld: Twenty years ago, a nine-year-old boy was swept away by powerful waves on a remote Oregon beach, his body lost to the sea. Only a stone memorial remains to mark his tragic death. For most of her life, Amanda Dufresne had no idea she had an older brother named Dennis Owens, or that he had died. Adopted as a baby, she learned about him while looking into her late birth mother, and is curious to know more about this lost sibling. A solitary young woman, Amanda has always felt distanced from the world around her. Her brain works differently from others, leaving her feeling set apart. Her one true companion is the orphaned polar bear she cares for working at the zoo. By getting to know her birth family, she hopes to understand more about herself. Retired police officer Larry Palmer is a widower with nothing but time and in need of a purpose. He offers to help Amanda find answers. The search leads to shocking and heartbreaking discoveries. Dennis Owen had been a forgotten foster child abandoned to a home for disturbed boys off the coast. As Amanda and Larry dig deeper into the past, the two stumble upon decades of cruelty and hidden crimes—including a barbaric treatment still used today.
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St

YFC Stories of Hope
Step into a night of inspiration and transformation—a unique opportunity to uplift Iowa’s youth and witness stories that ignite hope and change. Experience powerful, inspiring stories that showcase the life-changing impact of Youth For Christ in our community and across Iowa. These stories will touch your heart and remind you of the importance of investing in the next generation.
But the inspiration doesn’t stop there! Savor delicious desserts, spend time with old and new friends, and enjoy the warm, inviting atmosphere designed to make every moment count.
Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM) Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 6:30 PM (doors open at 6:00 PM)
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Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr.

Books on Tap: Sleeping Giants
Book Chat meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 pm at Lake Time Brewery. Sleeping Giants by Rene Denfeld: Twenty years ago, a nine-year-old boy was swept away by powerful waves on a remote Oregon beach, his body lost to the sea. Only a stone memorial remains to mark his tragic death. For most of her life, Amanda Dufresne had no idea she had an older brother named Dennis Owens, or that he had died. Adopted as a baby, she learned about him while looking into her late birth mother, and is curious to know more about this lost sibling. A solitary young woman, Amanda has always felt distanced from the world around her. Her brain works differently from others, leaving her feeling set apart. Her one true companion is the orphaned polar bear she cares for working at the zoo. By getting to know her birth family, she hopes to understand more about herself. Retired police officer Larry Palmer is a widower with nothing but time and in need of a purpose. He offers to help Amanda find answers. The search leads to shocking and heartbreaking discoveries. Dennis Owen had been a forgotten foster child abandoned to a home for disturbed boys off the coast. As Amanda and Larry dig deeper into the past, the two stumble upon decades of cruelty and hidden crimes—including a barbaric treatment still used today.
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Ave.

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.