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All events are free unless noted
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.
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
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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, March 6, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Bistro 19 Grand Opening
Join us on March 6th at the Legacy Golf Course at the 19 for the grand opening of your new favorite spot in town. From mouthwatering dishes to a cozy atmosphere, we can’t wait to share this evening with you! Come celebrate with us, enjoy delicious food, and be a part of something brand new. We’re excited to serve you and create unforgettable memories together. We are open to the public!
Thursday, March 6, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Legacy Golf Course at the 19, 3331 19th St. SW, Mason City
NOW PLAYING: Paddington in Peru (PG)
Full of Paddington’s signature blend of wit, charm, and laugh-out-loud humor, Paddington in Peru finds the beloved, marmalade-loving bear lost in the jungle on an exciting, high-stakes adventure. When Paddington discovers his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the wilds of Peru to look for her, the only clue to her whereabouts a spot marked on an enigmatic map. Determined to solve the mystery, Paddington embarks on a thrilling quest through the rainforests of the Amazon to find his aunt and may also uncover one of the world’s most legendary treasures.
Thursday March 6, 2025, 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 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Ave.
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 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
NOW PLAYING: The Unbreakable Boy (PG)
From Kingdom Story Company, the team behind Jesus Revolution and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, and Lionsgate, the studio behind Wonder, comes The Unbreakable Boy. When his parents, Scott (Zachary Levi) and Teresa (Meghann Fahy), learn that Austin is both autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry for their son’s future. But with Scott’s growing faith and Austin’s incredible spirit, they become “unbreakable,” finding joy, gratitude, and courage even in the most trying times — an extraordinary true story about a father and son learning together that every day can be the best day of your life!
Friday, March 7, 2025, 7:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9, 2025, 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM, & 7:00 PM
Monday-Wednesday, March 10-12, 7:00 PM
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St.
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
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Live Music at TAP’d
You don’t want to miss Friday night when we bring back Midwest CMO Country Artist of the Year 2024 & New Artist of the Year 2023 , Mr. Jordan Beem! Jordan plays a wide variety of music from classic rock to all kinds of pop and country! Jordan takes the stage at 9 and he’ll keep the party going all night long!
Friday, March 7, 2025, 9:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Live Music at TAP’d
Joshua Sinclair is back to TAP’d for a Saturday night show! Joshua comes to us from DSM to play us some country & pop! He can be described as the perfect mixture of Ed Sheeran, Eric Church & Jake Owen! He takes the stage at 9!
Saturday, March 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Interactive Family Movie
Join us for a free, family-friendly, interactive adventure. Watch a popular kids/family movie, but with prompts that keep the whole family entertained. Interactive movies get the audience involved by providing cues and prompts for them to say or do things as the movie plays. Everyone is invited to sing along (subtitles provided)! All props, popcorn, and lemonade will be provided.
Monday, March 10, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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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, March 10, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
BINGO Night at the VFW
Besides the good fun, the veterans and auxiliary volunteers will donate all proceeds from the games to community charities and veteran causes. Everyone wins at VFW BINGO! BINGO Night at the VFW the 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Must be over 21 to play.
Monday, March 10, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Thinking Outside the Box Spring Break Art Class
Join us for a fun and creative art camp at the Clear Lake Arts Guided by: Ms. Nicole Nelson, an experienced art educator with a passion for both art and nature! Let your child explore creativity, think outside the box, and have a blast with hands-on art activities.
Monday, March 10, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
$20 ages 7-12
Lego® Day at the Library
Enjoy a Lego® open build at the library for a morning. We provide the materials, you provide the imagination! Children under 8 need to be accompanied by an adult. Three different sizes of building blocks will be provided so the whole family can come!
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
Lego® Derby
All ages are invited to build a Lego Derby car and race it down our Pinewood Derby track. Families can race against each other, friends, or strangers during this hour-long program. Registration required. If registration online has closed, please call the library at 641-357-0315 to inquire about space availability.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
Teen Movie Night
Join us in the meeting room for a movie night that’s just for the teens (grades 6-12)! Choose from a selection of movies and enjoy the popcorn and lemonade provided.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
IDEA Camp
Dive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program is perfect for creative and ambitious students eager to explore entrepreneurship, develop real-world skills, and build confidence in their abilities to innovate. Embark on a journey of innovation and discovery. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm! This full-day camp is designed for middle school students whose schools are on Spring Break.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 from 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
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NIACC Pappajohn Center, 500 College Dr., Mason City
$49 – Lunch included
Messy Art
One of our most loved programs is back over Spring Break! Join us in the meeting room for a messy craft from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Come and go event.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St
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.