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There are 20 events found for May, 2008.
Ongoing Events
Worship in the Park
May - September, 2008
Clear Lake City Park
Held Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend Sunday mornings at 9:30 am (weather permitting).
Clear Lake Yacht Club Races
May - September, 2008
Clear Lake
Saturdays and Sundays, Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Events
Barbary Coast Dixieland Band Performance
Friday, May 02, 2008
E.B. Stillman Auditorium
1601 - 3rd Avenue North, Clear Lake
(641) 357-5101
These sensational performers have spread their jazz message around the world and now they are coming to Clear Lake! Get your toes a-tapping with this program of traditional Dixieland favorites, seasoned with a liberal sprinkling of wit and whim. An institution since 1967, Barbary Coast was inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in 2001. 7:00 p.m. performance sponsored by the Clear Lake Area Concert Association. Ticket prices: Adults $30, Students $15, Family $75.
Iowa DNR Free Camping Weekend
Friday, May 02, 2008 - Sunday, May 04, 2008
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources sets aside a weekend for free camping at all Iowa State Parks. The free weekend is open to Iowa residents only. Campers are required to fill out a camping slip just like normal, but in the amount paid box, they just write "free". Nonresidents are allowed to camp, but must pay the appropriate fee.
2008 Frozen Fish No Frills Points Regatta
Saturday, May 03, 2008 - Sunday, May 04, 2008
Clear Lake Yacht Club & City Beach - Click here for event website!
The Frozen Fish Regatta will be held at the Clear Lake Yacht Club & City Beach area. The event will start on Saturday and end on Sunday afternoon. Fleet 10 anticipates competitors from the Division 7 region, which includes states of South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, & Minnesota. For more information please visit www.fleet10.com. Hobie Fleet 10 is a racing fleet of the Clear Lake Yacht Club.
Hobie Fleet 10 is hosting the 2008 Frozen Fish No Frills Points Regatta. Because this year's event is so early in the Spring; we have scheduled it as a "Flex Weekend" event. That means it has a primary date; May 3rd & 4th, and a back-up date the next weekend, May 10 & 11. Postponement notification will be via the On-line Hobie Forum at http://fleet10.com/divisionforum/viewtopic.php?t=8
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Nate & The Moonlighters
Saturday, May 03, 2008
Surf Ballroom
460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa
(641) 357-6151
At 7:00 p.m., Nate & The Moonlighters will play as a fundraiser for the Lake Mills Chamber Development Group. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door for adults; $5 in advance, $7 at the door for students; children 5 and under are free.
Ice Cream Day
Sunday, May 04, 2008
Kinney Pioneer Museum
Hwy. 122 at Mason City Municipal Airport Entrance, Mason City
(641) 423-1258
Visitors to the museum can try turning an old fashioned handcrank ice cream freezer and will enjoy special music, displays and hands on activities such as broommaking and blacksmith projects. Homemade ice cream is prepared and frozen at the museum and served with homemade cakes and bars. 1:00-5:00 pm. Admission: Adults $2.50, children 12 and under 50 cents. Nominal fee for ice cream. Seasonal memberships are $20 for family, $10 for individuals.
Opportunity Village Benefit Walk
Sunday, May 04, 2008
Opportunity Village
1200 North 9th Street West, Clear Lake
(641) 357-5277
Walk 10 miles or 3 miles in support of people with disabilities. Walkers solicit donations to non-profit Opportunity Village before the walk and turn them in at registration. Picnic and prizes follow. Opportunity Village provides services to people with disabilities in North Iowa.
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Midstates Hunter Jumper Horse Show
Wednesday, May 07, 2008 - Sunday, May 11, 2008
North Iowa Fair Facility - Arena
3700 - 4th Street SW, Mason City
(641) 423-3811
Smooth-gaited hunter horses and stately jumper horses compete in outdoor decorated rings. Grand Prix jumping at 6:00 p.m. Admission: $2.00.
Lydia Pense & Cold Blood
Saturday, May 10, 2008 - Saturday, May 10, 2008
Surf Ballroom
460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa
(641) 357-6151
Lydia Pense has been inspiring audiences with her unique blend of funk,
soul, and blues since Cold Blood's first shows at the Fillmore West in the early
Seventies. This group will perform at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door.
Double J Craft & Antique Fair (CANCELED)
Friday, May 16, 2008 - Sunday, May 18, 2008
Double J Ranch
Hwy. 18 & North 16th Street West, Clear Lake
(641) 357-8583
(SPRING SHOW CANCELED!) With more than 7 beautifully renovated buildings filled with wares from over 250 of the most talented crafters and antique dealers from around the region, the Double J Craft & Antique Fair is now offering the latest trends seen in high-end boutiques in Minneapolis, Chicago, New York and Los Angeles. Frequently called 'Trash-to-Treasure', these one-of-a-kind items are gaining in popularity. The fair is held on an acreage located at 20360 Dogwood Avenue in rural Clear Lake, just minutes from downtown.
Set up as a 'boutique', the fair is designed to enhance the customer's shopping experience by providing a leisurely setting to browse, relax and enjoy all that the fair has to offer. Fresh Amish baked goods and delicious homemade candies will delight the taste buds. Fresh kettle corn and refreshments are also available daily. 9:00 am-7:00 pm. Free parking and admission. Visa/MC/Discover accepted.
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Roy Clark
Friday, May 16, 2008
Surf Ballroom
460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa
(641) 357-6151
Virginia born, multi-award winning virtuoso, actor, vocalist, and philanthropist, Roy Clark will perfrom at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance, $23 at the door.
Min-I-Kota Horse Show
Saturday, May 17, 2008 - Sunday, May 18, 2008
North Iowa Fair Facility - Arena
3700 - 4th Street SW, Mason City
(641) 423-3811
Paint horses show at halter, performance & games. Exact times and admission costs TBA.
Clear Lake Walleye Classic
Saturday, May 17, 2008 - Sunday, May 18, 2008
Clear Lake
(641) 357-BAIT
Teams compete to catch the largest amount of walleye by weight in this annual catch and release tournament. A $2500 top prize awaits the winner of the 20th Annual Clear Lake Walleye Classic, with the next 25 places based on 80% payback. The tournament is limited to the first 100 entries. Public weigh-ins and award ceremony at City Park. Entry fee of $200/2 man team. 7 a.m. start both days. Weigh-in at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Contact Dan Krauth at the number above for additional information.
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Double J Craft & Antique Fair (CANCELED)
Friday, May 23, 2008 - Monday, May 26, 2008
Double J Ranch
Hwy. 18 & North 16th Street West, then follow signs, Clear Lake
(641) 357-8583
(SPRING SHOW CANCELED) With more than 7 beautifully renovated buildings filled with wares from over 250 of the most talented crafters and antique dealers from around the region, the Double J Craft & Antique Fair is now offering the latest trends seen in high-end boutiques in Minneapolis, Chicago, New York and Los Angeles. Frequently called 'Trash-to-Treasure', these one-of-a-kind items are gaining in popularity. The fair is held on an acreage located at 20360 Dogwood Avenue in rural Clear Lake, just minutes from downtown.
Set up as a 'boutique', the fair is designed to enhance the customer's shopping experience by providing a leisurely setting to browse, relax and enjoy all that the fair has to offer. Fresh Amish baked goods and delicious homemade candies will delight the taste buds. Fresh kettle corn and refreshments are also available daily. 9:00 am-7:00 pm daily. Free parking and admission. Open Memorial Day! Visa/MC/Discover accepted.
Eric Church
Friday, May 23, 2008
Surf Ballroom
460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa
(641) 357-6151
His music seems to look the listener in the eye and speak plainly about the human condition. Listen to this music at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door.
Dressage Bara Trac I Horse Show
Saturday, May 24, 2008 - Sunday, May 25, 2008
North Iowa Fair Facility - Arena
3700 - 4th Street SW, Mason City
(641) 423-3811
Talented horse and rider teams perform intricate patterns and difficult moves. Exact times and admission costs TBA.
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Blessing of the Boats
Saturday, May 24, 2008
Clear Lake City Dock
clumc@mchsi.com,
(641) 357-5247
Come and receive a blessing!
The people of the United Methodist Church of Clear Lake want to give you a prayer of blessing as you kick off the boating season. Come anytime between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m.
Blessing of the Boats:
Sail Boats
Motor Boats
Paddle Boats
Canoes
Kayaks
Approach the dock as slowly as possible, receive a blessing, and be off to enjoy the lake.
Iowa Leisure Suit Convention
Friday, May 30, 2008
Surf Ballroom
460 North Shore Drive, Clear Lake, Iowa
(641) 357-6151
This event features Christy Love & You Know Who, and is sponsored by Joshua Homes. It begins at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door.
Bulb to Blossom & Perennial Plant Sale
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Central Gardens of North Iowa
800 Second Avenue North, Clear Lake
(641) 357-0700
Choose from an assortment of perennial plants at this lighthearted fundraising event. Bone up on your gardening skills by listening and visiting with knowledgeable garden enthusiasts. Additionally, pre-order bulbs for fall with pick up at a later date. Coffee, beverages, cookies and bars served. Proceeds support the ongoing growth and development of the Central Gardens of North Iowa organization and facility. Members only “Early Bird” sale 8:00-9:00 am, sale to the general public from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Free admission.
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