Clear Lake Events
Thursday, February 22 – Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Casual Chess Club
The winter session of Casual Chess Club will run January 18 – February 29 on Thursdays from 3:30 5:00 p.m.
Players of all ages and abilities are invited to join us during this time. Attend on weeks that you are able to play a game with a friend or a stranger.
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library Meeting Room B, 200 N 4th ST
Contact: 641-357-6133 or clplassist@gmail.com
Free!
Pajama Story Time
Throw on your pajamas, bring a stuffie and a blanket if you’d like, and come join us for a fun bedtime story time at the library.
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library Meeting Room A, 200 N 4th St
Contact: 641-357-0315 or bsholly@cityofclearlake.org
Free!
Classics Book Club: Franklin Delano Roosevelt
A protean figure and a man of massive achievement, Franklin Delano Roosevelt was the only man to be elected to the presidency more than twice. In a ranking of chief executives, no more than three of his predecessors could truly be placed in contention with his standing, and of his successors, there are so far none. In acute, stylish prose, Roy Jenkins tackles all of the nuances and intricacies of FDR’s character. He was a skilled politician with astounding flexibility; he oversaw an incomparable mobilization of American industrial and military effort; and, all the while, he aroused great loyalty and dazzled those around him with his personal charm. Despite several setbacks and one apparent catastrophe, his life was buoyed by the influence of Eleanor, who was not only a wife but an adviser and one of the twentieth century’s greatest political reformers.
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th ST
Contact: 641-357-6133 or clplassist@gmail.com
Free!
NOW PLAYING: Madame Web (PG-13)
In a switch from the typical genre, Madame Web tells the standalone origin story of one of Marvel publishing’s most enigmatic heroines. The suspense-driven thriller stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who develops the power to see the future… and realizes she can use that insight to change it. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women bound for powerful destinies…if they can all survive a deadly present.
Thursday, Feb. 22 & Friday, Feb. 23 at 7:00PM
Saturday, Feb. 24 & Sunday Feb. 25 at 1:00PM, 4:00PM, & 7:00PM
Get your tickets online here!
Lake Theatre, 4 N 4th Street
$5 adults, $4 children 12 & under
Lake Time’s Trivia Thursday
Join us for Trivia Thursdays! Come enjoy your favorite craft beer while you compete with your friends to win prizes and bragging rights!
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Visit Lake Time Brewery on Facebook!
Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Avenue
Contact: 641-357-2040
“Misery” at Mason City Community Theatre
Based on the book by Stephen King. “Misery” follows successful romance novelist Paul Sheldon, who is rescued from a car crash by his “number one fan,” Annie Wilkes, and wakes up captive in her secluded home. While Paul is convalescing, Annie reads his latest book and becomes enraged when she discovers the author has killed off her favorite character, Misery Chastain. Annie forces Paul to write a new Misery novel, and he quickly realizes Annie has no intention of letting him go anywhere. The irate Annie has Paul writing as if his life depends on it, and it does.
Thursday, Feb. 22, Friday, Feb. 23, Saturday, Feb. 24 at 7:00PM
Sunday, February 25 at 2:00PM
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Mason City Community Theatre, 215 S Delaware Ave, Mason City
Contact: 641-424-6424
KARAOKE @ TAP’d
KARAOKE IS A ROLLIN’ at TAP’d on THURSDAY NIGHTS! MOJO PRODUCTIONS ALL STAR KARAOKE is the best in the biz and it’s been a fun little ride! JARED & his crew are constantly updating their song book & coming up with new on stage effects to make it so much fun! OPEN @ 4 to pregame for KARAOKE @ 8! LIVE MUSIC every THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY @ TAP’d, Downtown Clear Lake!
Thursday, February 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
Pastel Places Exhibit & Reception
Please join us for the opening of Pastel Places exhibit. A beautiful collection of landscape pastels by Colorado artist, Linda Mangan.
Opening Reception, Friday, February 23, 2024 4:00 PM- 6:00 PM
Exhibit runs through March 30, 2024
Visit the Art Center’s Website
Clear Lake Arts Center Hansen Gallery, 17 S 4th St
Email the Arts Center
Free
Live Music @173° Craft Distillery
Eli Gardiner is a songwriter from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, currently located in Minneapolis Minnesota. He writes music that can be described as Americana, Heartland Rock, and Folk. https://eligardiner.com/about
Friday, February 23, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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173° Craft Distillery
306 1st Avenue N
Dueling Pianos
Winan Creek Barn presents the Dueling Pianos of Andy Anderson and Mike Leeds! Full cash bar and charcuterie cups available for purchase.
Friday, February 23, 2024, Doors open at 6:00 PM, show is 7:00-10:00 PM
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Winan Creek Barn, 708 342nd St, Hanlontown
$50/person. Must be 21+ to attend.
Call/text Angie to reserve your seat today! 641-529-2520
The Sweet Nuthins @ VFW
The Sweet Nuthins are a pop group from North Iowa, specializing in ’60s-’90s covers.
Friday, February 23, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Visit the VFW on Facebook!
Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Avenue
LIVE MUSIC @ TAP’d
Friday night we bring back one of our favorites from Des Moines, JAKE SCHRODT! 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 at 9! LIVE MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY, & SATURDAY at TAP’d, Downtown, Clear Lake!
Friday, February 23, 2024, 9:00 PM – Midnight
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
LIVE MUSIC @ TAP’d
We got a couple Cali Boys making their way to TAP’d! THE SCHOON BROTHERS, originally from Manson, Iowa, have been to California and back on their music journey! They’ll be playing us all the country and rock from the 90s and 2000s! Some artists they’ll cover during this 5 HOUR SHOW are Third Eye Blind, Post Malone and Luke Combs! Showtime is 8pm! LIVE MUSIC EVERY Thursday, Friday & Saturday at TAP’d, Downtown Clear Lake!
Saturday, February 24, 2024, 8:00 PM – 1:00 AM
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TAP’d, 313 Main Avenue
“Slam Dunk” Against Hunger Online Fundraiser
“SLAM DUNK” AGAINST HUNGER ONLINE MADNESS ELDERBRIDGE AGENCY ON AGING NUTRITION FUNDRAISER
Older Iowans and their caregivers are experiencing food insecurity at an increasing rate due to inflation and the overall cost of living. Many rely on the Elderbridge congregate and home-delivered meals for their primary daily food intake. State and federal funding for meal programs has not increased to meet the growing demand for older Iowans’ nutritional assistance.
Elderbridge is asking for assistance for our congregate and home-delivered meals. Funds raised will support and assist us in reducing the need for waiting lists for our nutrition programs. All funds received may be designated to specific meal sites/counties or the general nutrition budget and be sent directly to Elderbridge.
Under the Older Americans Act participants who meet the following criteria are considered Eligible diners and can eat with a confidential voluntary contribution:
Any individual age 60 or older and that individual’s spouse (regardless of age)
An individual with disabilities of any age who is living and dining with an individual 60 or over.
An individual with disabilities of any age who is living in a senior housing complex where Senior Nutrition Program meals are served.
A volunteer providing service during meal hours.
Online Auction
Sunday, February 25 8:00 AM through -Sunday, March 3, 8:00 PM
Click here to bid!
If you have any questions call 800-243-0678 or email Sue Anne Stoermer, sstoermer@elderbridge.com or Laura Allen, lallen@elderbridge.com
BINGO at the Brewery
Join us in the taproom at 2pm for some exciting bingo action and a chance to win amazing prizes including beer, merchandise, and more!
Grab your friends, family, or anyone who loves a good time, and come on down to the taproom for a fun-filled afternoon of bingo and beer.
Sunday, February 25, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Visit Lake Time Brewery on Facebook!
Lake Time Brewery, 801 Main Avenue
Movie Monday Matinee
Join us for a movie on the fourth Monday of each month at 1:00 pm.
Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. Click here for the movie title!
Monday, February 26, 2024, Matinee: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Evening Movie: 5:30 PM-7:30 PM
Click here for the movie title!
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th ST
Contact: 641-357-6133 or clplassist@gmail.com
Free!
Writing Group
Bring a pencil and some paper 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 6:00-7:00pm on Monday nights.
Monday, February 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Visit the Library’s Website
Clear Lake Public Library, 200 N 4th ST
Contact: 641-357-6133 or clplassist@gmail.com
Free!
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! Must be over 21 to play. Clear Lake VFW hosts BINGO Night on the 2nd and 4th Monday’s from 6:30-8:30pm.
Monday, February 26, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Avenue
TechTalk: A Going Viral Q&A with The Fat Electrician
Join us at TechTalk for a behind the scenes Q&A session with Nic, aka The Fat Electrician. Nic is known across social media for his skit-style military review videos, with over 1.2 million followers on TikTok, 107k+ followers on Instagram, and 829k+ followers on YouTube. You can expect a wide-ranging conversation about going viral in North Iowa, social media tips and insights, and much more. As always, your first drink at TechTalk is free! Looking for a little something extra? Bring a friend new to TechTalk, and receive an extra drink on us!
TechTalk creates a space for sparking new ideas and conversations between innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, educators, technologists, community members, and community partners. TechTalk’s goal is to engage, encourage, and elevate technology in North Iowa by creating the opportunity for meaningful interactions. Members are interested in adding more value to each month’s event while supporting and growing North Iowa’s creative class, including tech employees and employers. TechTalk is a community-organized event and meets monthly.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Click here to register!
Mason City Brewing, 28 E State St
Contact: Joyce Martin, NIACC Pappajohn Center
Free
BINGO @173° Craft Distillery
Kickstart your adventure at 173° Craft Distillery! Savor expertly crafted cocktails, mingle with others, have fun, and win prizes!
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
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173° Craft Distillery, 306 1st Ave N
Game card available with purchase of food or drink.
VFW Bean Bag Night
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!
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Visit the VFW on Facebook!
Clear Lake VFW, 219 Main Avenue
Hairspray
Hairspray, Broadway’s Tony® Award-winning musical comedy phenomenon, is back on tour! It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit songs including “Welcome to the 60’s,” “Good Morning Baltimore,” and “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” Hairspray is “fresh, winning, and deliriously tuneful!” (The New York Times)
Wednesday, February 28, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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North Iowa Community Auditorium, 500 College Drive, Mason City
Contact: 641-422-4188 or email
Tickets start at $45