Kids Fest gets extra-magical this year, with special guest performer Mikayla Oz! One of Iowa’s most sought-after performers, Mikayla will offer two 30-minute shows during Kids Fest on Sunday, June 9 in Chautauqua Park, each with different tricks. Showtimes are 12:30 and 2 p.m. in the stage area in front of the shelter house. Between shows, young performers from the […]
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Fun, history on tap for Albert City 125th
Celebrating Swedish heritageAlbert City will observe its 125th anniversary this year in conjunction with the annual Summerfest event coming up June 13-16. “It’s going to be a lot of good old fashioned fun,” said Karen Feeley, who along with Alison Carlson of Alison’s Kitchen and Ryan Witt of Community State Bank head up the planning for the celebration. Pat Lullman, who’s working […]
FUTURISTICKS make Storm Lake debut
An exhibition of contemporary folk art walking sticks will be on view at the Witter Gallery from June 5-July 27. It’s title is “FUTURISTICKS — An Exploration Beyond!” Mankind’s first possession was a stick…. a stick to hunt with…. for stability when walking on rough terrain and to build a fire. And throughout the ages walking sticks have been used […]
KIDS FEST SUNDAY
FREE Free family fun in Chautauqua ParkIowa’s happiest celebration returns to Storm Lake on Sunday, June 9, from noon-3 p.m. Favorite attractions will return, with some new surprises added. Best of all, the activities are free of charge, and all Storm Lake families are invited. Planned attractions include a foam party (kids, bring your swimsuit), dunk tank, bouncy horse races, duck pond, games and crafts galore, […]
BV County Conservation Events
FREE Annual fishing derby and the return of Naturalist Lunch Box programFishing Derby If you are between the ages of six and 15 and enjoy fishing come on out to Gustafson Lake –– Gabrielson Park on Saturday, June 8, for the annual Buena Vista County Conservation fishing derby. There will be two age divisions: 6-10 and 11-15 years of age. First and second place prizes will be awarded for both age […]
SL Municipal Band Concert and Car Show
FREEThe Storm Lake Municipal Band is gearing up for its 89th season of performances in the park, under the direction of Tom Musel of Storm Lake. The first concert of the season will be Sunday, June 2, at 2 p.m., at the historic Sunset Park Bandshell. This Sunday, the band will perform “Waltz Scenario” by John Cacavas; “Albany Fanfare” by William Owens; Jose […]
SL Farmers’ Market returns June 15
FREEStorm Lake Farmers’ Market returns Saturday, June 15, from 8 a.m.-noon in parking lot C on Erie Street. Featuring local produce and honey, homemade baked goods, farm-fresh eggs and more.
PetRock to kick off Stone Pier Summer Concert Series
Sip and Sample in Lake View SaturdayThe Lake View Community Club welcomes summer by hosting the 16th Annual Sip and Sample on Saturday, June 1, from 2-5:30 p.m. on Main Street in Lake View. The admission fee is just $20, which includes a beautiful commemorative wine glass. Better each year, the 2024 Sip and Sample has over 50 vendors booked offering everything from beverages to home […]
Glenn Henriksen and Father Kelly in concert June 2 in Milford
St. Joseph Arts Council is pleased to announce its upcoming concert with Glenn Henriksen and Father Paul Kelly on Sunday, June 2, at 4 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1305 Okoboji Ave, Milford. Father Kelly and Henriksen will share their musical gifts in an array of musical instruments and favorite selections. Doors will open at 3:30. This is a […]
Area Memorial Day schedule
FREEStorm Lake Storm Lake Parade of Flags Foundation will hold its annual Memorial Day program at 10 a.m. on the BV County Courthouse lawn. In case of rain, the event moves to Storm Lake High School. This year’s speaker is SSG Keegan Svendsen of Alta. Volunteers are needed to put up flags at 7 a.m. on the southwest lawn of the courthouse […]
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