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All events are free unless noted
Lake Area Quilt Guild Annual Show
Experience vibrant fabric creations and intricate designs come to life. This year’s showcase features a stunning array of quilts, from classic patterns to contemporary masterpieces, all crafted by local talent.
Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am – 4:00pm. Exhibit runs through October 5th, 2024.
Visit the Clear Lake Art Center’s website
Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St
NOW PLAYING: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (PG-13)
Beetlejuice is back! After an unexpected family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid, discovers the mysterious model of the town in the attic and the portal to the Afterlife is accidentally opened. With trouble brewing in both realms, it’s only a matter of time until someone says Beetlejuice’s name three times and the mischievous demon returns to unleash his very own brand of mayhem.
Thursday, September 19th at 7:00pm
Purchase tickets online
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th Street
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
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, September 19, 2024, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
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, September 19, 2024, 6:00pm – 6:30pm
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St
Karaoke at TAP’d
Karaoke is back home to Thursday nights & is really starting to heat up! Jared & his crew are constantly updating the song book & coming up with new on stage effects to make it so much fun!
Thursday, September 19, 2024, 8:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Quarterly Chamber Coffee
Join us for the September Quarterly Chamber Coffee, being held on Friday, September 20. This event is a great way to stay connected and learn about the latest developments in our community.
Speakers Include: Stacy Doughan – President & CEO, Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, Doug Gee – Superintendent, Clear Lake Community Schools, Bennett Smith – Mayor Pro Tem, City of Clear Lake, Chad Schreck – President & CEO, North Iowa Corridor EDC. The Quarterly Coffee also gives Chamber members a chance to shine, with 2-minute presentations in a variety of categories. Whether you’re introducing a new employee or promoting an exciting new product or service, you’ll have the opportunity to share your news with the community.
Here are some of our most popular agenda items:
Introduce your business as a new Chamber member and get the word out about your services.
Celebrate your employees’ successes with new employee introductions or promotions, announced by their supervisor.
Share your organization’s achievements with honors, awards, or recognitions you’ve received.
Let the community know about the latest happenings with your business, whether it’s a new product, service, or exciting event.
Plan to join us for a morning of networking and learning! No registration or RSVP required.
Stay informed, stay connected, and be a part of our thriving Clear Lake community.
Friday, September 20, 2024, 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr.
Click here to watch the livestream on Facebook
Growth Paradox: A Collection of Drawings and Sculptures by Katie Walberg Opening Reception
Join us for an evening of art, light refreshments, and conversation. This exhibition features a diverse collection of drawings and sculptures by Katie Walberg – Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the artists and learn more about their creative processes using mediums of paper and wood. The Growth Paradox exhibit will be on display until October 25th.
Friday, September 20, 2024, 5:00pm-7:30pm
Arts Center is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am – 4:00pm. Exhibit runs through October 5th, 2024.
Visit the Clear Lake Art Center’s website
Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St
NOW PLAYING: You Gotta Believe (PG)
You Gotta Believe is based on the inspiring true story of one team’s transformational journey from district underdog to taking its place in the Little League record books. After dedicating the season to a teammate’s ailing father, a group of underestimated youth baseball players from Fort Worth, Texas, takes its Cinderella run all the way to the 2002 Little League World Series—culminating in a record-breaking showdown that became an instant ESPN classic.
Monday-Friday at 7:00pm, Saturday & Sunday 1:00pm, 4:00pm, & 7:00pm
Purchase tickets online
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th Street
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
Big Daddy Weave
Known for honest songs that tell personal stories of freedom in Christ, Big Daddy Weave has long been admired for their real-life, real-person openness. With songs like Redeemed, God Is In This Story, Heaven Changes Everything, My Story, The Lion and the Lamb, Overwhelmed, and Let It Begin, Big Daddy Weave has become one of the most beloved bands in Christian music. Millions have taken their anthems of the chain-breaking love of Jesus as their own and sung along to songs about the radical act of redemption. The band’s openness to go through whatever doors God opens for them has kept them going since their early days as students at the University of Mobile. Big Daddy Weave’s testimony is about a deep and personal faith in Jesus, no matter the circumstances. A mainstay at radio, the band has achieved multiple No. 1 singles. RIAA Platinum-certified Redeemed became an anthem of unprecedented impact when it spent 11 weeks at No. 1, was dubbed “Song of the Year” at the first annual K-LOVE Fan Awards, and earned Dove Award and Billboard Music Award nominations. Their follow-up hit, “The Lion and The Lamb,” has become one of the genre’s most-streamed songs. Big Daddy Weave members are Mike Weaver (lead vocals, guitar), Jeremy Redmon (guitar, vocals), Joe Shirk (saxophone, keys, vocals), Brian Beihl (drums), and Raul Alfonso (bass). They have amassed more than one billion career streams and have received numerous honors, including a Dove Award, ASCAP and BMI Awards, and the prestigious Rich Mullins Artist Impact Award, among others.
Friday, September 20, 2024, doors open at 8:00 PM
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Surf Ballroom, 460 North Shore Dr.
Tickets are $25-$50 in advance
Live Music at TAP’d
We finally get to bring Scott Larsen back to TAP’d! Scott plays a variety pack of genres including country, classic rock and 90’s rock! You’ll hear some of your favorites from The Eagles, Tyler Childers, Noah Kahan and much more! Scott takes the stage at 9!
Friday, September 20, 2024 at 9:00 PM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Heartland Fall Out Muskie Tournament
Join the Heartland Muskies Chapter 10 for a fun fall fishing tournament! Open to the public, limited to the first 100 two-angler teams. For safety, no single angler team registrations will be accepted. 80% entry fee payout: 1st Place 40%, 2nd Place 25%, 3rd Place 15%.
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Check-In 6:00am-7:00am, Tournament 7:00am-5:00pm, Awards Ceremony 5:30pm
Visit Heartland Muskies Chapter 10 on Facebook
McIntosh Woods State Park, 1200 Lake St., Ventura
$75 per adult angler, $30 youth anglers 17 and under
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 21, 2024, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the Farmers Market on Facebook
Surf Ballroom Parking Lot – 460 N Shore Dr
Scribble Saturdays
Hey, future Picassos and mini Monets! Get ready for a morning full of artistic adventures as we dive into the FUN-damentals of art! Capacity: 14 Students Per Class, ages 8-11.
Saturday, September 21, 2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the Clear Lake Art Center’s website
Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St
$12 per child or seasonal punch pass for $67
Live Music at TAP’d
We get to bring back The TAP’d Original for a double Saturday show! Jarno Solo will play your favorite songs to listen to with your friends from Jimmy Buffet to Creedence Clearwater Revival to Zac Brown Band to Buddy Holly! Jarno takes the stage between the Iowa State & Iowa football games @ 4 & again after the Iowa game!
Saturday, September 21, 2024, two shows at 4:00pm and 9:30pm (after the Iowa game)
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Movie Monday
Join us for a movie on the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 & 5:30 pm. Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. See below for information about the movie being played!
Monday, September 23, 2024, 1:00pm & 5:30pm
Click here for the movie title!
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, September 23, 2024, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
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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, September 23, 2024, 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Visit the VFW on Facebook
VFW, 219 Main Ave.
Business After Hours Hosted by Central Gardens
You’re invited to a Business After Hours hosted by Central Gardens and the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce First Mates! Discover the amenities and annual events Central Gardens has to offer as you explore over 20 uniquely themed gardens. Network with fellow Chamber members while enjoying delicious food and cocktails. Don’t miss the chance to enter three exciting raffles:
Bouquet of Fresh-Cut Flowers – $60 value
Gift Card for a Two-Hour Rental of the Nature Education Pavilion – $100 value
2025 Corporate Membership to Central Gardens – $250 value
Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Visit Central Garden’s website
Central Gardens of North Iowa, 800 2nd Avenue North
Free for Chamber Members. No RSVP required.
TechTalk: Digital Transformations
Are you ready to dive deep into the evolving world of digital transformation? Join us at TechTalk for an exploration of how digital innovation is reshaping the way we interact with banks, businesses, and each other. Sponsored by Clear Lake Bank & Trust, we’ll look at how we define digital transformation, its history, and the current and future challenges and opportunities it poses. As always, your first drink at TechTalk is on us!
Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Register for TechTalk
Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Avenue
Clay with Jude: Beginner Throw on the Wheel
Join our immersive four-week clay class and delve into the art of intricate ceramics making. You’ll try your hand at beginner friendly to advanced techniques. Become detailed in hand-building and precision wheel throwing. Each session will focus on refining your skills to craft your unique pieces. (Adult Class)
6-week course on Wednesdays through October 9, 2024, 10:00am – 12:00pm
Visit the Clear Lake Art Center’s website
Clear Lake Arts Center, 17 S 4th St
$125 registration fee + $35, 25lb clay fee
GoldmanSachs 10,000 Small Businesses Information Sessions
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Iowa is a program for small businesses that links learning to action. Through the program, participants will gain practical skills in topics such as negotiation, marketing, and employee management that can immediately be put into action. In addition, they will receive the tools and professional support to develop a strategic and customized growth plan that will take their business to the next level. Please join us at this free informational session to learn more about the program, who should apply, and why Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program is your catalyst for success. Applications for the program are accepted on a rolling basis. Applications for the Spring 2025 cohort are due November 1, 2024.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Register here
Online via Zoom
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, September 25, 2024, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St.
A Journey Through Parkinson’s Disease Series
If you’re struggling with Parkinsons disease or know someone who is, its helpful to know where to find support on the journey. Learn about the causes and symptoms of Parkinsons disease, and how treatments work, as well as therapeutic activities to do at home. This free interactive program is designed to help participants: recognize the symptoms of Parkinsons Disease (PD) understand what causes PD and how treatments work learn about therapeutic activities that can be done in the home Three 60 minute sessions will be led by trained ISU Extension and Outreach staff. For more information: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/humansciences/parkinsons
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th St