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Exhibition: Adventurers by artist Jacqueline Fabritz
Artist Jacqueline Fabritz often reflects on the adventures of her childhood, cherishing the memories that shaped her early years. As an adult, she treasures creating new memories by introducing children to spontaneous adventures. Her current collection captures scenes and experiences one might encounter while vacationing, relaxing, or exploring the world. Through her art, Fabritz strives to evoke an upbeat, joyful energy, using bright colors, humor, and subjects inspired by nature—often with a sense of escape from the ordinary. Fabritz enjoys incorporating three-dimensional elements into her work. Experimentation with balsa wood led her to create shadow box displays. Combining carving tools with wood panels as a canvas inspired her to carve directly into the surface. These subtractive strokes bring definition and reflection, creating a look reminiscent of woodblock prints. With this presentation, Jacqueline Fabritz invites viewers to remember the simple, beautiful experiences of childhood and to find joy in sharing those same moments with new generations.
Exhibition is on display through October 11
Arts Center Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays 10:00 AM- 4:00 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
Downtown Assessment Presentation
Clear Lake has been selected for a Downtown Assessment through the Iowa Downtown Resource Center, a division of the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA). The assessment team has been in Clear Lake this week conducting interviews, touring the community, and identifying opportunities for improving downtown Clear Lake. The public is encouraged to attend a Downtown Assessment Presentation on Thursday, September 11, at 12:00 PM at the Lakeview Room. Join community members and stakeholders as the Iowa Downtown Assessment Team shares their initial observations and early recommendations for strengthening and improving downtown Clear Lake.
Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Lakeview Room, 10 N. Lakeview Dr.
Crafternoon
Join us for an hour of crafting at the library on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm. We’ll provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!
Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Brave New World Book Club: The Grace Year
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 Grace Year by Kim Liggett: No one speaks of the grace year. It’s forbidden. In Garner County, girls are told they have the power to lure grown men from their beds, to drive women mad with jealousy. They believe their very skin emits a powerful aphrodisiac, the potent essence of youth, of a girl on the edge of womanhood. That’s why they’re banished for their sixteenth year, to release their magic into the wild so they can return purified and ready for marriage. But not all of them will make it home alive. Sixteen-year-old Tierney James dreams of a better life-a society that doesn’t pit friend against friend or woman against woman, but as her own grace year draws near, she quickly realizes that it’s not just the brutal elements they must fear. It’s not even the poachers in the woods, men who are waiting for a chance to grab one of the girls in order to make a fortune on the black market. Their greatest threat may very well be each other.
Thursday, September 11, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
CLFD 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
The Clear Lake Fire Dept. invites you to the 9/11 Memorial Ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 11 at the WTC Memorial Steel outside the station.
6:00 – CLHS Band
6:10 – Flag Raising & National Anthem
6:20 – Helmet Ceremony
6:30 – Guest Speaker: Ret. USAF Col. Bill Lyons (CLHS ’82)
Following: Lighted emergency vehicle procession around Clear Lake.
Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Clear Lake Fire Department, 711 2nd Ave. N.
NOW PLAYING: Sketch (PG)
When a young girl’s sketchbook falls into a strange pond, her drawings come to life—chaotic, real, and on the loose. As the town descends into chaos, her family must reunite and stop the monsters they never meant to unleash.
Nightly showings at 7:00 PM
Weekend showings at 1:00PM, 4:00PM, & 7:00PM Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th St.
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
Purchase tickets online
Karaoke at TAP’d
Karaoke is back to Thursday nights! For 128 weeks TAP’d and Mojo Productions All Star Karaoke have 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, September 11, 2025, 8:00 PM-Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
Fresh on Fridays
Beautiful Bouquets: Brighten your weekend with a stunning bouquet, freshly picked and arranged by talented volunteers, available at reasonable prices.
Find out what’s abuzz each week on Facebook!
Friday, September 12, 2025 from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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Central Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Ave. N.
Rodney Carrington
Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades. A platinum-recording artist, Rodney’s recorded eight major record label comedy albums, followed by three albums on his own record label, Laughter’s Good Records. Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest album, “Get Em Out,” (released 2019) which hit #1 on iTunes. His album “Here Comes the Truth” (released 2017) climbed to #3 on the comedy charts, accruing tens of millions of streams on Spotify and even spawned a Netflix special. Rodney broke through with his major label comedy CD debut “Hangin’ With Rodney” in 1998. The next few years saw nine more Top 10 comedy albums: Live, Morning Wood, Nutsack, Greatest Hits, King of the Mountains, El Nino Loco, C’mon Laugh You Bastards, Laughter’s Good and The Hits, all of which continue to receive radio airplay and regularly place on the national comedy charts. “Hangin’ With Rodney” and “Morning Wood” earned RIAA gold record certification, and his Greatest Hits (a double CD) album reached platinum status. Rodney also released “Make it Christmas” which features his original song “Camouflage and Christmas Lights,” a tribute to our military. Rodney also added “author” to his list of accomplishments with the release of his book “Rodney Carrington, Coming Clean” published by Hatchette Books. Over the years, he’s starred in his own TV sitcom, “Rodney”, which ran for two seasons on ABC, co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film, “Beer for My Horses,” which won the Tex Ritter Award from the ACM, and starred in his own Netflix special “Here Comes The Truth.” Rodney’s also appeared on countless other TV shows, including the ACA (American Country Awards), hosting the American Country New Year’s Eve Live show on FOX, and won “Supporting Character of the Year” from the CMT Music Video Awards for his appearance on the Trace Adkins’ music video “I Got My Game On.” Rodney is fresh off the release of his latest single, “Let Me In,” (released) October 15, 2021) and is gearing up for a brand new tour in 2024! Mature Audiences ONLY!
Friday, September 12, 2025, doors open at 6:00 PM
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Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr.
Tickets start at $68
Live Music at TAP’d
Lee Klett makes his way back to TAP’d from SE Iowa to play us some country and rock on a Friday night! His country ranges from Johnny Cash and Brooks N Dunn to Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen! Lee takes the stage at 9!
Friday, September 12, 2025 from 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Ave.
City Wide Garage Sales
Families, clubs, and organizations are invited to participate in Clear Lake’s City-Wide Garage Sales. This community event is fun for collectors, families and bargain hunters from around the area. Find good bargains! Shop the Citywide Garage Sale! Map and listings will be in the Clear Lake Mirror Reporter.
Weekend of Saturday, September 13, 2025
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Clear Lake Farmers Market
Come out to the Clear Lake Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings! With 50+ vendors each week, you’ll find fresh produce, baked goodies, meats, handmade crafts, coffee, lemonade, and more. Grab a bite from food trucks, enjoy live music, and let the kids have a blast with fun activities. It’s a great way to support local and have a good time!
Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 9:00 AM – Noon
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Surf Ballroom Parking Lot, 460 North Shore Dr.
Mr. Jeff Music
Live music & End of Summer Bash
Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
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The Landing, 1603 South Shore Dr.
Moms & Sons Glow Night
Calling all moms and mother figures! Bring your son(s) out for a night that shines—literally! Join us for an electrifying Glow Night full of fun, laughter and memory-making, hosted by Foster the Family. Let’s Glow Crazy! Event Highlights: Dance under black lights in your best neon gear, Glow-in-the-dark face paint, bubbles and glowing games, Capture bright smiles at our photo op, Enjoy tasty treats, Take home fun glowing goodies. Glow Night is all about connection and fun—with black lights, neon decorations and glow-in-the-dark everything creating a one-of-a-kind experience! Wearing white or neon clothing is highly encouraged to make the most of the glow! Your ticket purchase directly supports Foster the Family, a nonprofit serving foster families in north central Iowa. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit fosterthefamilyia.org. Let’s light up the night with joy, love and support for a great cause—we can’t wait to glow with you!
Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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The Hub, 501 1st Ave. N.
“Moms” $10, Sons $5
Live Music at TAP’d
We bring back DJ Kessel to keep the party going playing all your favorites all night long! DJ Kessel takes the stage at 9.
Saturday, September 13, 2025, 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM
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TAP’d, 313 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, September 15, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Line Dancing
Join us inside the main entrance in the fountain courtyard for line dancing with Mary Jo. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
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Central Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Ave. N.
Book Chat: Don’t Know Tough
Book Chat meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 12:00 pm in the library meeting room. Don’t Know Tough by Eli Cranor: In Denton, Arkansas, the fate of the high school football team rests on the shoulders of Billy Lowe, a volatile but talented running back. Billy comes from an extremely troubled home: a trailer park where he is terrorized by his mother’s abusive boyfriend. Billy takes out his anger on the field, but when his savagery crosses a line, he faces suspension. Without Billy Lowe, the Denton Pirates can kiss their playoff bid goodbye. But the head coach, Trent Powers, who just moved from California with his wife and two children for this job, has more than just his paycheck riding on Billy’s bad behavior. As a born-again Christian, Trent feels a divine calling to save Billy—save him from his circumstances, and save his soul. Then Billy’s abuser is found murdered in the Lowe family trailer, and all evidence points toward Billy. Now nothing can stop an explosive chain of violence that could tear the whole town apart on the eve of the playoffs.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
National Voter Registration Day
Are you registered to vote? Have questions about registration, polling locations, or how to vote? Stop by the table in the Library lobby on Tuesday, September 16th from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. to talk to representatives from the Cerro Gordo County Auditor’s Office and get those questions and more answered. If you’re interested in getting registered to vote, make sure to bring required documents as listed on the County website: https://cerrogordo.gov/auditor/register_to_vote/ or call the Auditor’s office, 641-421-3028.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
Chamber Business After Hours Hosted by Lillie Mae Chocolates
Indulge in a sweet evening with a Confectionary Charcuterie featuring Chocolate Logo Bars, fall treats, caramel apples, and seasonal beverages. While you’re here, be sure to enter for a chance to win a variety of goodies—including the grand prize, a 100-pack of personal-sized logo popcorn treats!
No RSVP required—just stop by, connect with fellow Chamber members, and enjoy the evening!
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
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Lillie Mae Chocolates, 423 Main Ave.
Noon Lions Open House – All Are Welcome!
The Clear Lake Noon Lions Club is having an open house on Wednesday, September 17th. If you are interested in becoming a member we encourage you to come have lunch with us and learn about our club. Everyone, male or female, age 18 and higher is welcome to join. The lunch is free and you will receive information about the history of our club and different activities we have throughout the year. If you want to join a group that is very community and volunteer oriented then we are your group.
The Clear Lake Noon Lions Club is part of Lions International which is the largest service club in the world, and our local club has been in existence since 1921. The current President, Mike Callanan, has been a member since 2007, and a few members joined over 50 years ago.
Please consider attending our open house and have lunch on us! If you are interested please RVSP to clearlakenoonlions@gmail.com so we can let the VFW how many lunches to prepare. We hope to see you on Sept. 17th!
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Join the Zentangle Journey: Introduction to the Zentangle® Method
You can meet Brenda in Introduction to the Zentangle® Method, a Beginner Zentangle Inspired Art Class. She’ll help you awaken your inner artist! This is your first step on your Zentangle journey. In this class you’ll learn about the magic of this meditative art form. If you can write your name you can do this! This series of classes will prepare you for more complex classes in the Beyond the Basics series of classes where you will continue to master your foundational skills as well as Zentangle Inspired Art (ZIA) classes and workshops. It is also a wonderful refresher that can bring you back to the basics in order to move your practice forward.
Five Session Series, Wednesdays beginning August 20.
Attendance to all sessions is not required
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 4:00 PM-6:30 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
$45 per session or bundle all five for $175
Books on Tap: Don’t Know Tough
Books on Tap meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:00 pm at Lake Time Brewery. Don’t Know Tough by Eli Cranor: In Denton, Arkansas, the fate of the high school football team rests on the shoulders of Billy Lowe, a volatile but talented running back. Billy comes from an extremely troubled home: a trailer park where he is terrorized by his mother’s abusive boyfriend. Billy takes out his anger on the field, but when his savagery crosses a line, he faces suspension. Without Billy Lowe, the Denton Pirates can kiss their playoff bid goodbye. But the head coach, Trent Powers, who just moved from California with his wife and two children for this job, has more than just his paycheck riding on Billy’s bad behavior. As a born-again Christian, Trent feels a divine calling to save Billy—save him from his circumstances, and save his soul. Then Billy’s abuser is found murdered in the Lowe family trailer, and all evidence points toward Billy. Now nothing can stop an explosive chain of violence that could tear the whole town apart on the eve of the playoffs.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N. 4th St.
So You Want To Be a Potter? with Instructor Martie Geiger-Ho
Always wanted to try the pottery wheel? Now’s your chance. Learn the basics of wheel throwing, shaping, and finishing 4 – 6 of your very own ceramic pieces. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to refine your skills, this class will get your hands and creativity spinning. Ages 16+ Clay, tools, and expert guidance included. You just bring the passion. Let’s make something amazing.
Wednesdays through October 15
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
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Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S. 4th St.
$120, ages 16+