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Exhibition: Not Everything is Black and White by Pamala Bergo Coffey
Creativity is a way of life for Pam Coffey, an artist with over 60 years of experience in painting and pottery. A University of Iowa graduate and former teacher, she creates functional and decorative ceramics using both wheel and hand building techniques, along with nature-inspired paintings. Each piece reflects energy and an intuitive peaceful flow in the creative process.
On view Tuesday, May 6, – May 20, 2025
Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Visit the Clear Lake Arts Center’s website
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, May 8, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Return of the Trumpeters
The majestic trumpeter swan, North America’s largest waterfowl, was once hunted to the brink of extinction. Thanks to the remarkable efforts of a new generation, this iconic species is making a comeback. Experience one of the greatest conservation success stories of our time. (run time: 60 minutes)
Following the showing of the movie, Ron Andrews will be available for a question and answer session. Ron is a former Iowa DNR Biologist who worked to help restore trumpeter swans to Iowa, is featured in the movie, and recently was awarded the Iowa TWS (The Wildlife Society) Conservation Hall of Fame designation for 2025.
Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Brave New World Book Club: The Time Machine
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. The Time Machine by HG Wells: When the Time Traveller courageously stepped out of his machine for the first time, he found himself in the year 802,700—and everything had changed. In this unfamiliar, utopian age creatures seemed to dwell together in perfect harmony. The Time Traveller thought he could study these marvelous beings—unearth their secret and then return to his own time—until he discovered that his invention, his only avenue of escape, had been stolen.
Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
NOW PLAYING: Thunderbolts (PG-13)
In “Thunderbolts*” Marvel Studios assembles an unconventional team of antiheroes—Yelena Belova, Bucky Barnes, Red Guardian, Ghost, Taskmaster and John Walker. After finding themselves ensnared in a death trap set by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine, these disillusioned castoffs must embark on a dangerous mission that will force them to confront the darkest corners of their pasts. Will this dysfunctional group tear themselves apart, or find redemption and unite as something much more before it’s too late?
Thursday, May 8 & Friday, May 9 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 10 & Sunday, May 11 at 1:00PM, 4:00PM, & 7:00PM
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St.
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
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Karaoke at TAP’d
For 110 weeks, TAP’d and Mojo Productions All Star Karaoke has brought karaoke to Clear Lake! Jared & his crew are constantly updating the song book & coming up with new on stage effects to make it so much fun!
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 8:00 PM-Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Live Music at TAP’d
The Kraft Brothers take the TAP’d stage for a Friday night show! These brothers from Kanawha absolutely know how to party! You’ll hear all the country and rock at the show. They’ll play all your favorites from Johnny Cash and Dwight Yoakum to Eric Church and Kenny Chesney running through the timeline from the 50’s to today with plenty of surprises along the way.
Friday, May 9, 2025, 9:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
35th Annual Walleye Classic
The Clear Lake Fishing Club’s 35th annual Walleye Classic presented by Iowa Falls Marine, Clear Lake bait and tackle May 10th &11th
Top prize of $3000, paid down 25 places based on a full 100 boat field.
This is a CPR event, in conjunction with The E-Tournament fishing app. Judge ruler required. We will have them for sale at the rules meeting.
Mandatory rules meeting Friday May 9th 2025. At the Ventura community center. Supper, raffle & Calcutta.
Saturday, May 10 & Sunday, May 11, 2025
Free Family Day at the CLAW
North Iowa Addiction Prevention Alliance (NIAPA) is sponsoring a Free Family Day at the Clear Lake Athletic and Wellness Center. All patrons attending as a family unit will receive free admission from 7am – 12pm. This is event is part of NIAPA’s Strengthening Families Around Communities initiative of supporting strong family bonds as a protective factor against substance misuse. We hope you’ll join us!
Saturday, May 10, 2025 from 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Clear Lake Athletics & Wellness Center, 115 N. 20th St.
WARRANT: Let the Good Times Rock Tour: Celebrating 35 Years of Cherry Pie with Special Guest BulletBoys
WARRANT, the band that shaped late ’80s and early ’90s rock, is back and headed to the Surf! Bursting onto the scene in 1989, the Hollywood-based group found success with their debut album Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich, featuring standout tracks like “Down Boys,” “Sometimes She Cries,” and the Gold-certified “Heaven.” With over 3 million copies sold, the album solidified WARRANT as rock legends. Their follow-up album, Cherry Pie, released in 1990, became a cultural phenomenon. Songs like “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” and “I Saw Red” showcased the band’s range, while the title track “Cherry Pie” continues to resonate, appearing in movies, TV shows, and video games like Guitar Hero II. Led by Robert Mason and supported by original members Jerry Dixon, Steven Sweet, Joey Allen, and Erik Turner, WARRANT remains committed to its roots while exploring new creative ground. Their latest album, Louder Harder Faster, has been embraced by longtime listeners and newcomers, cementing the band’s place in today’s rock landscape. Now touring nationwide, WARRANT performs all their best hits, from nostalgic favorites to tracks that define their current sound. Fans can expect an evening that’s true to the band’s legacy, blending tight musicianship and an authentic connection to the music that made them stars. Don’t miss this iconic 90’s rock band as they celebrate over three decades of anthems at the Surf Ballroom!
Saturday, May 10, 2025, doors open at 8:00 PM
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Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr.
$35 advance, $40 at the door
All-Request DJ Night at Rookies
With DJ from Mojo Productions DJ Service.
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
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Rookies Rockin’ Sports Bar, 307 Main Ave.
Live Music at TAP’d
JAKE SCHRODT, our original DSM PARTY BOY, is BACK! JAKE plays a wide variety of country and rock from Chris Stapleton and Tyler Childers to Van Morrison, Bill Withers, Tom Petty and a whole lot more! JAKE’S shows are always a party, playing all your favorite country and rock songs while mixing in your fun requests! He will literally play anything! JAKE takes the stage @ 9!
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 9:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
Treat your mom to Mother’s Day Brunch:
Best Western, Bistro Nineteen, The Other Place, PM Park, Surf Galley
Baccalaureate Service
Please join us as we worship God and celebrate this milestone in your life journey. Public is welcome!
2025 CLHS Seniors, meet at 5:40pm and bring your gown.
Sunday, May 11, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Dock, 500 Main Ave.
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, May 12, 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, May 12, 2025 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Line Dancing
Join us inside the main entrance in the fountain courtyard for line dancing with Mary Jo. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Monday, May 12, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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Central Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Ave. N.
CG Public Health’s Advanced Directive Seminar: Part 2
Cerro Gordo County Public Health will sponsor a 2-part seminar on Advanced Directives at the Clear Lake Public Library. In the first session, an attorney will guide you through step-by-step information on topics such as Medical Power of Attorney, Living Will, DNR, Power of Attorney, and he will talk about the importance of planning ahead. There will also be an experienced care consultant to talk about having this difficult discussion with your family. CG Public Health will provide all the forms you’ll need. The first session will be held on Tuesday, April 22 from 2-4 pm. A second seminar will be held on Tuesday, May 13 from 2-4 pm to answer any further questions. A notary will be available to ensure your wishes are recognized and legally binding.
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St