Event Category: Community Events & Celebrations
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Speaker Series – Sarah Grant
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Join acclaimed Iowa artist Sarah Grant as she shares her creative journey in art, design, and entrepreneurship. Founder of Sticks Object Art & Furniture and an accomplished painter, Grant’s work can be found in museums and private collections around the world. Learn how her lifelong passion for creativity continues to inspire her evolving artistic practice.
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Speaker Series – Chad Elliot
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Join Iowa native Chad Elliott, an internationally award-winning songwriter, author, and artist. Inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame in 2024, Elliott has released 25 albums, published two books, created hundreds of artworks, and continues to tour nationwide with his duo, Weary Ramblers. Hear the story behind his creative journey and successful…
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Speaker Series – #BojiKites
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Join Steve Boote as he shares the inspiring story behind #BojiKites, the annual winter kite festival that has become a beloved Iowa Great Lakes tradition. Learn how an impulsive purchase sparked a community event that now attracts world-class kite flyers, supports Historic Arnolds Park Amusement Park, and continues to grow with exciting plans for the…
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Ferguson’s 50th Anniversary Happy Hour
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Join the Ferguson family and staff as they celebrate 50 years of Ferguson’s Gardens. Enjoy food, drinks, and live music while honoring the community that has helped make the past five decades possible!
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Echoes on West Okoboji Historical Cruise
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Step aboard the Queen II for Echoes on West Okoboji, a unique historical cruise and fundraiser benefiting the Lakes Area Museum Alliance (LAMA). Local historians Jonathan Reed and Mary Dreier will guide guests through the rich history of the Iowa Great Lakes, sharing fascinating stories about historic landmarks, hidden sites, and the people and traditions that…
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The Abbie Walkabout
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Step back in time during the Abbie Walkabout, a unique evening hosted by the Friends of the Abbie Gardner Cabin and the Lakes Area Museum Alliance. Beginning at 6:30 PM, participants will stroll through the Pillsbury Point neighborhood while hearing stories about Abbie Gardner and her life in the Iowa Great Lakes. This free event…
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End of Summer Reading Carnival
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It’s Carnival Time! Join the fun on Wednesday, June 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for an evening filled with family-friendly activities, including yard games, face painting, ice cream, a petting zoo, and more! This event is sponsored by Arnolds Park Library, Milford Memorial Library, and Spirit Lake Public Library.
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Queen II 40 Year Celebration
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The beloved vessel that has carried generations of families across Okoboji’s sparkling waters will be honored with a special celebration on Sunday, June 21, culminating in an official ceremony. 10:30 AM – Ribbon Cutting & Re-Christening Ceremony 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM – Lakeside Entertainment 11:00 AM – VIP Exclusive Cruise Public Cruises: 1:00 PM,…
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Flagfest Weekend
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Celebrate Flagfest Weekend in Spencer with a full lineup of family-friendly fun, including the annual parade along Grand Avenue, live entertainment, community activities, and more!
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Butch Parks Memorial Open House
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Join Parks Marina for their Butch Parks Memorial Open House! Celebrate his legacy with some exciting boat rides and surf demos, door prizes and live music, along with 50 cent ice cream and shopping discounts!