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SUMMARY:What’s on Wednesday: Junk & Disorderly Flea Market
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, May 28\, 2025\, from 5:30pm-6:30pm\, come discover all about Sioux City’s newest flea market\, Junk & Disorderly Flea Market. Admission is free. \nJunk & Disorderly Flea Market\, a vibrant marketplace located in Sioux City\, IA\, invites you to explore an extraordinary collection of unique items and hidden treasures. Featuring a diverse selection of goods from local vendors\, ranging from furniture and appliances to household necessities\, this flea market caters to all tastes and budgets. \nStep into a world of endless possibilities\, where vintage charm meets modern flair\, and every item has a story to tell. Whether you’re seeking one-of-a-kind décor\, collector’s pieces\, or practical everyday essentials\, Junk &Disorderly Flea Market is your destination for endless discoveries. \nContact Kristine Bornholtz (kbornholtz@siouxcitylcic.com) or 712-224-5242 if you have any questions.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/whats-on-wednesday-junk-disorderly-flea-market/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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SUMMARY:Heroism on the Plains: Story Songs of Courage and Determination
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, May 25\, 2025\, at 2:00pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center\, Dan Holtz and Gary Zalud will present “Heroism on the Plains: Story Songs of Courage and Determination.” The songs are about fascinating stories of homesteaders\, Native Americans\, World War II heroes\, natural wonders and more from Nebraska and Great Plains history. Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nHoltz and Zalud\, whose musical collaboration began during their days growing up in Ord\, NE\, now perform as “Flatwater Reunion\,” after recently re-connecting. Playing an assortment of acoustic instruments\, the duo brings Nebraska and Great Plains history alive through their acoustic-electric renditions of Holtz’s and Zalud’s story songs. \nDr. Holtz is an Emeritus Professor of English from Peru State College in southeast Nebraska; Dr. Zalud is Emeritus Professor of Literacy Education and was the longtime Chair of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. In the year 2000\, Holtz was the recipient of the Nebraska State College System Teaching Excellence Award and has given more than 500 musical\, historical-storytelling programs through the sponsorship of Humanities Nebraska. \nZalud received the USD School of Education 2015-16 Excellence in Service award for impactful work with school districts in North and South Dakota\, Nebraska\, Minnesota\, Wyoming\, and Iowa.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/heroism-on-the-plains-story-songs-of-courage-and-determination-2/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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SUMMARY:Up the Nebraska Cattle Trail and Songs of the West
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, May 18\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm\, the Betty Strong Encounter Center is thrilled to welcome Joan Wells and Kris Simon as they travel and sing “Up the Nebraska Cattle Trail and Songs of the West.” Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nIn 1867\, and with a surplus of cattle in Texas\, cattle drives brought hundreds of thousands of cattle to Nebraska. Herds were gathered near San Antonio\, Texas and driven up the Western Trail to Ogallala\, Nebraska. During these four-month long drives cowboys would pass the time singing about life on the trail and to calm the cattle the night. \nJoan Wells and Kris Simon share about the cattle drives and the origin of western music while singing the songs of the early day cowboys.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/up-the-nebraska-cattle-trail-and-songs-of-the-west/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T183000
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SUMMARY:What's on Wednesday: Lady K DIY
DESCRIPTION:Come meet Lady K DIY (aka Judy Madsen). She will teach you a new craft! \nLady K DIY does exquisite gnomes\, wall hangings\, decorative bottles\, and more. She may have creations with her for you to buy\, but for an advanced peek\, check out her Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088180517209 \nThis program is part of Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center’s “What’s on Wednesday” free programs\, which are offered from 5:30pm-6:30pm.  Each week we offer a program alternating between programs for adults and programs for kids and families. See events listings for details or contact Kristine Bornholtz (kbornholtz@siouxcitylcic.com) with questions.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/whats-on-wednesday-lady-k-diy/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults Event,Adults/Families’ Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T150000
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Mother’s Day with the Langleys
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, May 11 at 2:00 PM at the Betty Strong Encounter Center\, Jack and Mike Langley will brighten our day with a “Celebration of Mother’s Day.” Admission is free; reception follows. \nMother’s Day always evokes a heart-warming presentation from this father and son duo. Mother’s Day is a celebration honoring the mother of the family or individual\, as well as motherhood\, maternal bonds\, and the influence of mothers in society. It is celebrated on different days in many parts of the world and most commonly in the months of March or May. \nThe Langleys will share their vast musical talents with a mix of original and old favorite tunes. They have performed together onstage for more than 40 years\, from Sioux City to Nashville\, Tennessee\, to Vienna\, Austria and back. They are always a crowd favorite at the Center.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/a-celebration-of-mothers-day-with-the-langleys/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T150000
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SUMMARY:Church History in One Easy Lesson by Dr. Bruce Forbes
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm\, the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes Dr. Bruce Forbes\, Professor Emeritus of Religious Studies\, Morningside University. Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nHe will offer a presentation lightheartedly titled “Church History in One Easy Lesson\,” from Christian beginnings to today\, with visual illustrations. His talk will attempt to explain the oft asked question of why there are so many different Christian groups. \nForbes formal academic training is in the history of Christianity\, but he has also developed a special interest in the analysis of popular culture. Forbes is a former department chair and professor of religious studies at Morningside College in Sioux City\, Iowa. He is the co-editor of two books: Religion and Popular Culture in America\, co-edited with Jeffrey H. Mahan\, and Rapture\, Revelation and the End Times: An Exploration of the Left Behind Series (2004)\, co-edited with Djeanne Halgren Kilde. He is also the author of two non-fiction books: Christmas: A Candid History (2007) and America’s Favorite Holidays: Candid Histories (2015). \n 
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/church-history-in-one-easy-lesson-by-dr-bruce-forbes/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T183000
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SUMMARY:What’s on Wednesday: Community Choir
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy singing? Have you ever thought about joining a group choir?  Come to the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center on Wednesday\, April 30\, 2025\, from 5:30pm-6:30pm\, to find out from Vocal Music Instructor and Director of Choral Activities\, William Darwin\, Jr.  about the joys of joining the Western Iowa Tech Community Choir. Admission is free. \nEvery level of singer is welcome.  Did you know that singing in a choir is incredible for your well-being! Numerous studies show it can relieve stress\, boost the immune system\, and build a sense of belonging. Discover how to create lovely harmony in your life. \nContact Kristine Bornholtz (kbornholtz@siouxcitylcic.com) or 712-224-5242 if you have any questions.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/whats-on-wednesday-community-choir/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T150000
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SUMMARY:Sisters of the Outlaw Trail
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, April 27\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm\, the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes the “Sisters of the Outlaw Trail\,” Marci Broyhill and Teresa Kay Orr. Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nThis duo employs music and story to weave a program of information\, smiles and toe-tapping melodies. Teresa’s original songs in her latest CD\, Ladies and Outlaws\, have been on the western music charts. Marci’s original stories have been compiled into a book\, Nebraska’s Outlaw Trails: Facts\, Legends & Lore. \nMarci and Teresa encourage everyone to\, “Grab your hat\, boots and spurs\, then cinch your saddle for an afternoon of fun!”
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/sisters-of-the-outlaw-trail/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250416T183000
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SUMMARY:What's on Wednesday: Seniors Helping Seniors
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, April 16\, from 5:30pm-6:30pm\, come visit with Josh Wren from Seniors Helping Seniors about your needs or those of a senior loved one. \nSeniors Helping Seniors caregivers provide personalized care and support that empowers seniors to live independently and confidently in the comfort of their own home. This care\, combined with sincere and heartfelt companionship\, allows the clients to make the most of each moment. \nThis program is part of Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center’s “What’s on Wednesday” free programs\, which are offered from 5:30pm-6:30pm.  Each week we offer a program alternating between programs for adults and programs for kids and families. See events listings for details or contact Kristine Bornholtz (kbornholtz@siouxcitylcic.com) with questions.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/whats-wednesday-seniors-helping/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults Event,Adults/Families’ Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T150000
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SUMMARY:“A Divided Mind: The Life and Work of Gertrude Simmons Bonnin – aka Zitkala-Sa.”
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, April 13\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm\, the Betty Strong Encounter Center welcomes Nancy Gillis. She will present about “A Divided Mind: The Life and Work of Gertrude Simmons Bonnin – aka Zitkala-Sa.” Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nA look at the personal\, cultural\, and professional struggles of the Yankton Dakota author\, activist\, suffragette\, reformer\, musician and composer. Balancing on a tightrope of assured losses and uncertain gains to create an identity of advocacy\, education\, and confrontation often in a manner “unsuitable for a woman.” \nNancy S. Gillis is the former Executive Director of the John Neihardt State Historic Site\, March 1997 – July 2019. She also served on faculty of Wayne State College\, Northeast Community College\, Nebraska Indian Community College\, and Little Priest Tribal College from 1990 through 2017 teaching History\, Anthropology\, and Sociology\, and honors courses on Neihardt’s life and work. Of Cherokee and Choctaw heritage\, Gillis moved to Winnebago\, Nebraska in 1987 to work with the Winnebago people for the Reformed Church in America and has served as their delegate to its Native American Council. She stays active in various civic organizations\, currently or previously serving on the board of the Dr. Susan LaFlesche Picotte Hospital Board\, State of Nebraska Historical Preservation Office\, Nebraska Folklife Network\, Atlas of Winnebago\, and the Walthill Village Planning Commission.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/a-divided-mind-the-life-and-work-of-gertrude-simmons-bonnin-aka-zitkala-sa/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250406T150000
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SUMMARY:"James Madison: America’s Fourth President" Don Hickey
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning author and historian Don Hickey will deliver an illustrated lecture on “James Madison: America’s Fourth President” at the Betty Strong Encounter Center at 2:00 PM on April 6\, 2025.  Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nJames Madison… \nHickey holds a PhD from the University of Illinois and is a specialist in early American history and American military history. He is best known for his books\, The War of 1812: A Forgotten Conflict (University of Illinois Press) and Nebraska Moments: Glimpses of Nebraska’s Past (University of Nebraska Press). His latest book\, Tecumseh’s War: The Epic Conflict for the Heart of America\, (Westholme Publishing) was published in 2023.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/james-madison-americas-fourth-president-don-hickey/
LOCATION:Betty Strong Encounter Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T183000
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SUMMARY:WOW Wednesday for Adults: History of Mater Dei Parish
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn about fascinating history of Immaculate Conception and Nativity Churches in the Morningside area? On April 2 at 5:30pm\, Lisa Niebuhr will share the intriguing history of and what’s going on today at Mater Dei Catholic Parish in Sioux City (Immaculate Conception and Nativity Churches). This presentation is part of our WOW programs for adults. Admission is free \nLisa will discuss what the parish’s accomplishments have been in the past 10 years\, especially the past seven years since the two churches unified. Then she will share what is happening today as Mater Dei crafts the next 10-year long range strategic plan\, referred to as “Ministry 2035.” \nFor more information call Kristine Bornholtz at 712-224-5242 or email her at kbornholtz@siouxcitylcic.com. Visit our website (siouxcitylcic.com) to learn about more WOW programs.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/wow-wednesday-for-adults-history-of-mater-dei-parish/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults Event,Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250330T150000
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SUMMARY:Magic\, Mystery\, and Fun!
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 30\, 2025\, at 2:00 PM\, the Betty Strong Encounter Center will welcome members of the Sioux City Magic Club who will present an afternoon of “Magic\, Mystery\, and Fun” with their astonishing assortment of tricks and illusions\, appropriate for the entire family. Admission is free; reception to follow. \nThe audience will see several magicians perform their feats of prestidigitation up close and personal. The Sioux City Magic Club is associated with the International Brotherhood of Magicians\, and membership is open to anyone with an interest in learning how to entertain with magic. More information on joining the club is available by contacting Dave Madsen at davemary16@aol.com.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/magic-mystery-and-fun/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250323T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:Spring is in the Air!
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 23 at 2:00 pm\, Mary Watts\, harpist\, will celebrate “Spring is in the Air.”  She will play uplifting music including various spring and nature themes selections. Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nWatts enjoys performing music for others and educating her listeners about the harp and the importance of music and the performing arts in our lives. Former Principal Harpist for the Des Moines Symphony\, Mary currently performs with orchestras and ensembles throughout the region. Watts received her Bachelors and Graduate degrees from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston\, Massachusetts. A native of Lincoln\, NE\, Mary resides in the Siouxland area with her beloved pets.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/spring-is-in-the-air/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T164719Z
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SUMMARY:Corey Fravel the Magic Man
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 16\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm\, “Magic Man” Corey Fravel will dazzle our audience with his skills of prestidigitation. Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nOnce an 8-year-old with a dream to be a magician\, Corey Fravel\, now in 18th year of doing shows\, has become a staple for local entertainment in the Sioux City area. His show will make the audience feel like a kid again\, with a sense of awe that highlights the greatness that magic brings out. \nHis fascination with magic began in childhood when he saw the magician David Blaine on television. “ People are fascinated by magic\,” Fravel says. “It’s one of the few things that give them a sense of wonder.”
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/corey-fravel-the-magic-man/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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SUMMARY:Just Before the Battle Mother- A Visit from a Civil War Soldier
DESCRIPTION:The Betty Strong Encounter Center has received funding from Humanities Iowa\, a private\, non-profit\, to host a presentation called “Just Before the Battle Mother- A Visit from a Civil War Soldier.” by O.J. Fargo on March 9\, 2025\, at 2:00pm. A cultural resource for Iowans since 1971\, Humanities Iowa offers many cultural and historical programs and grants to Iowa’s communities. Admission is free; reception to follow. \nAfter an overview of Iowa’s involvement in the Civil War\, the audience is introduced to a returning Civil War soldier (played by Mr. Fargo). The audience is encouraged to ask questions and engage in a dialogue with the “soldier” who will stay in character. The speaker will bring along an artifact display and full computerized and searchable roster of all men who served in and from Iowa in the Civil war to enable the participants to check for ancestors who served. Mr. Fargo dresses in full Union Army regalia for the presentation and focuses the presentation on an individual soldier’s experience. \nThis program is made possible via Humanities Iowa.  O. J. has done more than 100 history presentations throughout the state for Humanities Iowa including historical societies\, libraries\, schools\, professional organizations and many other groups. \nIn addition to being a Humanities Iowa speaker since 1998\, he is the author of three books and editor of two CD-ROMs containing 320\,000 pages of searchable text and 10\,000 Civil War pictures. He is a contributor to several Iowa history web sites and maintains one on Iowa in the Civil War aimed at students and teachers. \nO. J. is a retired Social Studies consultant and Director of Support Services. He became a reenactor in 1993 and got into the hobby because of his love of history and the opportunity to interact with others of like interests. Although retired he continues to teach classes and do talks. Mr. Fargo. is also the president of the Army of the Southwest\, a group of Civil War reenactors headquartered in Waukee. \nThe presentation is free and open to the public.  Refreshments will be served.  A list of all Civil War soldiers from the area will be available at the library for those who might want to see if a distant relative fought on those hallowed battlefields 150+ years ago.  Please join us for the interesting presentation.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/just-before-the-battle-mother-a-visit-from-a-civil-war-soldier/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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SUMMARY:"Songs We Like to Play" Radio Rangers
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, March 3\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center’s Stanley Evans Auditorium\, come hear the Radio Rangers play “Songs We Like to Play.” Admission is free; reception to follow. \nRadio Rangers are a two-piece band playing live music that includes  Americana original songs\, and classic covers. Randy sings\, plays drums and keyboard lead and Donna sings and plays guitar and bass. \nRandy and Donna have been playing together in bands since 1979. They were the founding members of the country/pop band “Prairie Fire” that played parties and nightclubs in Iowa\, Nebraska\, Missouri and Minnesota. \nThey did a Midwest tour in 1988 with a group called “Radio Flyers” and later became members of the party band “Time Bandits”.   As their children became teenagers they worked with them in a horn band called “Nightwatch” playing town celebrations\, county fairs and private parties. \nRandy and Donna are retired music teachers that formed the current duo after retirement.  Radio Rangers has played wineries\, night clubs\, parties and celebrations in Iowa\, Nebraska\, South Dakota\, Minnesota\, Arizona and Florida.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/songs-we-like-to-play-radio-rangers/
LOCATION:Betty Strong Encounter Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:"Cotton Mather: Spirituality\, Science\, and the Supernatural" Dr. Scott Culpepper
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Scott Culpepper will present “Cotton Mather: Spirituality\, Science\, and the Supernatural” at 2:00 PM on Sunday\, February 23\, 2025\, at the Betty Strong Encounter Center. Admission is free with a reception to follow. \nCotton Mather (1663-1728) wielded tremendous influence in colonial America as the heir to the Mather and Cotton family dynasties. He served as a Congregationalist minister at Boston’s Old North Meeting House\, using his platform to address political\, scientific\, and social issues. Mather captured the controversies and contradictions of his age in his writings and activism. His investigations into supernatural phenomenon were conducted alongside rigorous scientific studies and public endorsement of inoculation as a means to combat smallpox. This presentation will explore Mather’s many facets and complicated legacy. \nCulpepper holds a Ph.D. in Religion and Church/State Studies from Baylor University; a Master of Arts in History from Northwestern State University of Louisiana; a Master of Divinity with an emphasis in historical and theological studies from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary; and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Religious Education from Louisiana College.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/cotton-mather-spirituality-science-supernatural-culpepper/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:Shake off the Winter Blues
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, February 16\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm in the Betty Strong Encounter Center auditorium\, Mike and Jack Langley will help us “Shake off the Winter Blues” with their lively musical presentation. Admission is free\, with reception to follow. \nOne of the Center’s favorite musical duos will bring their music to comfort and warm our hearts and souls. Jack and Mike have entertained audiences all over the United States and Europe. The Langleys have performed together around Siouxland for over 40 years and always enjoy coming back to the Betty Strong Encounter Center and its great audiences.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/shake-off-the-winter-blues/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250209T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
CREATED:20250128T171228Z
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SUMMARY:Bill "Chopper" Pelchat
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, February 9\, 2025\, at 2:00 pm the Betty Strong Encounter Center once again welcomes Bill “Chopper” Pelchat and his co-hort Denny Feauto. Pelchat has been performing in the Midwest for over five decades. “Chopper’s” induction into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008 and 2011 goes to show “Chopper” is a well-respected showman. \n\nPelchat’s bands have opened for The Board of Directors\, Bobby Vee\, War\, The Drifters and BJ Thomas. Over the past years\, he has continued to perform with the Sioux Falls country rock band The Huckleberrys\, and with the passing of Bob Dawdy the world famous Velaires.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/bill-chopper-pelchat/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T183000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:What's on Wednesday: Connections Area Agency on Aging
DESCRIPTION:The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center Betty Strong Encounter Center (the “Center”) is initiating “What’s on Wednesday (WOW) programming for both children and adults. \nThe Center will be offering free classes/events from 5:30pm-6:30pm on Wednesdays during February through June.  “We see this as an opportunity to support local businesses\, especially the ones new to the area\, and to provide something new for people to do in the evening\,” stated Tracy Bennett\, Executive Director. The series will feature programs for adults and activities for families on alternating weeks. Registration is not required\, so stop by if you are in the neighborhood! \nThe first in this series of events will be for adults on February 5 in the Betty Strong Encounter Center meeting room.  Come spend an hour to learn from Pam Wurster about your local Connections Area Agency on Aging office. Learn about all the services that are offered at their agency. Come and make some connections with others. Contact Kristine Bornholtz (kbornholtz@siouxcitylcic.com) or 712-224-5242 if you have any questions.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/whats-on-wednesday-connections-area-agency-on-aging/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
CREATED:20240903T194511Z
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SUMMARY:Songs of Cowboy Poems of the Great Northern Plains
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, February 2\, 2025\, come listen to talented singer/songwriter Michael “Mac” McDonald present a concert of tunes he has written for some of the finest cowboy poems of the Great Northern Plains\, featuring cowboy poetry of E. A. Brininstool\, Badger Clark\, E. A. L. Griffin\, and Robert V. Carr. Admission is free; reception to follow. \nMac has a lengthy history of playing music in the Siouxland area from days of the Kerry House at Junction City\, to being the voice of live Irish music on KUSD-FM on Saint Patrick’s Day\, and to working with the South Dakota Friends of Old Time Music. McDonald often plays tunes with his daughter\, Heather\, performing at the South Dakota State Fair as well as at three Sioux Falls’ Irish Fests\, a Kansas City Irish Fest\, and an Iowa Irish Fest. \nMcDonald wrote a program of Lewis and Clark tunes for the 2002 bicentennial\, and the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center soon contacted McDonald to perform his program for the new Center featuring his tune\, “The Lament of Charles Floyd.” Recently\, McDonald has been reading a great deal of cowboy poetry from the late nineteenth and the early twentieth centuries and taking those poems and turning them into modern-day “nighthawk tunes\,” tunes that cowboys sang to their bedded herds of cattle sung to keep the cattle from being spooked by night noises. Hope to see you at the Center on February 2nd.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/john-adams-our-second-president/
LOCATION:Betty Strong Encounter Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250126T150000
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SUMMARY:50 Years of Big Names\, Great Music\, and Memorable Venues: Sioux City on the Music Circuit
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, January 26\, 2025\, at 2:00pm\, Russ Gifford will present about “50 Years of Big Names\, Great Music\, and Memorable Venues: Sioux City on the Music Circuit” Admission is free; reception to follow. \nIt was no accident that Sioux City spent decades as a key stop for some of music’s biggest names. Sioux City boasted venues with great stages\, big\, beautiful dance floors\, and all in a central location that provided the key train and travel connections to the world. Early radio in Siouxland also provided a major ability to reach people across the region. As one of the major cities in the Plains\, the second largest city in Iowa\, Sioux City was home to a variety of people. These people who could be moved by big bands\, country crooners\, smooth jazz singers and hot new stars. \n Move was a key point: Dancing was the draw of music\, and Sioux City’s dance facilities were second to none in the Midwest. Sioux City drew big names – and rave reviews – as they toured the country. In Sioux City\, the artists made connections! From the Skylon to Shore Acres\, the Rigadon to the Paddock\, the Tomba and the Turin Inn\, we will see the places and hear the stories of the names that made Sioux City a popular part of the music scene! We will also see how Sioux City made history in each era\, including Jazz\, Swing\, and the groundswell that became Rock n Roll! \n None of this was by accident. Sioux City was not a side bar but a key location for great performances\, thanks to great locations\, great promotions\, and great audiences! \nWe will meet names from yesterday that made memories for millions\, from Louie Armstrong to Elvis\, big bands to the Beach Boys\, Sioux City enticed\, entertained\, and elated the stars of the stage. We will also meet the man that became a vital link in creating this circuit\, and enshrined Sioux City’s place in it. \nJoin Russ Gifford and see these great locations that have been forgotten and hear the stories of the artists that left a mark on music and on the business. Russ Gifford\, Senior Lecturer with Western Iowa Tech’s Institute for Lifelong Learning\, delivers tales of American history to audiences in the tri-state region. His two decades of programs include over 350 unique talks\, plus numerous articles\, and historical papers. Gifford’s work garnered two teaching awards\, and his lectures have been supported by grants from Humanities Iowa\, the Kind World Foundation\, and others. More information at https://www.russgifford.net/russ_gifford_about.htm
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/50-years-of-big-names-great-music-and-memorable-venues-sioux-city-on-the-music-circuit/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
CREATED:20241210T155822Z
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SUMMARY:“Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek”
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, January 19\, at 2:00pm\, join us as Brian Buckmeier and Darren Maurer discuss their “Dinosaurs of the Hell Creek” museum exhibit that will be at the Sioux City Museum from Feb. 1 to July 31. Admission is free; reception to follow. \nThe pair have been hunting and digging fossilized dinosaur bones from the Hell Creek formation for almost 30 years. The pair have found fossils from T-Rex\, triceratops\, edmontosaurus\, and several other species of late Cretaceous dinosaurs. Brian discovered a new species of dinosaur\, named Dracorex\, in 2003. He found the complete upper skull of the dinosaur which was something that was completely new in the paleontology world. Join us to hear about some of the fossils and an idea what will be contained in the exhibit. \nDarren Maurer is a nationally known artist/illustrator and adventure seeker. Maurer gained wide recognition for his work with Ducks Unlimited\, where he won a record six times and was Iowa Ducks Unlimited Artist of the Year six times. He lives in Sioux City with his wife\, ShLoe\, and has two daughters. \nBrian Buckmeier has been a private practice attorney for 37 years and a part-time magistrate judge for the past six years. Buckmeier hunts for fossils in South Dakota\, Wyoming\, and Montana primarily and has provided many finds of Hell Creek dinosaurs with his most significant find being a new species of dinosaur he found in 2003. He lives in Sioux City with his wife\, Frances\, and has two sons.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/dinosaurs-hell-creek/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest
DESCRIPTION:The Betty Strong Encounter Center will host as the Iowa Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts in cooperation with LAMB Arts Regional Theatre present “Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest” at 2:00 p.m. Sunday\, January 12. Admission is free with reception to follow. \nThis is the 19th year since the National Endowment for the Arts first partnered with the Poetry Foundation to establish the Poetry Out Loud program\, a program encouraging high school students to learn great poetry through memorization and recitation.  This contest for Siouxland students encourages learning about great poetry through memorization and recitation and helps students master public speaking skills\, build self-confidence\, and learn about literary history. This competition can potentially send students on to Des Moines for the Iowa State Competition and one to Sioux Falls for the S.D. State Competition\, both held in March.  Each winner at the state level receives $200 and an all-expense paid trip with an adult chaperone to Washington DC to compete for the National Championship in May. The State winning school receives a $500 stipend for the purchase of poetry books.  The first runner up in each state receives $100 plus $200 for his or her school library. \nThe National Poetry Out Loud first place winner directly receives $20\,000\, the second place receives $10\,000 directly\, and third place receives $5\,000. The fourth through ninth place national winners each receive $1000.  All nine schools receive $500 for the purchase of poetry books for their libraries. A total of $50\,000 in awards and school stipends is awarded annually at the National Finals. Visit poetryoutloud.org for more information
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/poetry-out-loud-national-recitation-contest-2/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
CREATED:20241026T174948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T161802Z
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SUMMARY:“Classic Langley Songs and Holiday Favorites”
DESCRIPTION:One of the Center’s favorite duos\, Mike and Jack Langley will present “Classic Langley Originals and Holiday Favorites” at the Betty Strong Encounter Center on December 15 at 2:00 pm. Admission is free\, with reception to follow. \n Known for presenting a heart-warming show\, this wonderful father and son will share their musical talents with a mix of original and old favorite tunes. They have performed together for 40 years. They have performed onstage from Sioux City to Nashville\, Tennessee\, to Vienna\, Austria and back. But they always enjoy coming back to the Betty Strong Encounter Center and its great audiences. They are always a crowd favorite at the Center.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/classic-langley-songs-and-holiday-favorites/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:A "Merry TUBACHRISTMAS" Concert
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, December 7\, the Betty Strong Encounter Center will host “Merry TUBACHRISTMAS\,” a concert featuring Siouxland area tuba and euphonium players\, at 12:00 p.m. Admission is free. \nThe audience will hear traditional Christmas carols arranged by composer Alec Wilder who died on Christmas Eve 1980. In addition to composing music for the tuba and euphonium\, Wilder was a loyal supporter of the efforts to improve the literature and public image of these instruments. \nAt the first TubaChristmas in 1973\, around 300 musicians showed up at the ice-skating rink at Rockefeller Plaza in New York City\, bearing their giant brass instruments. A massive\, all-tuba holiday concert was the brainchild of Harvey Phillips\, a tuba player and enthusiast who would go on to teach in the music school at Indiana University and start similar tuba-centric traditions such as “Octubafest.” \nTubaChristmas concerts have since popped up in practically every state. You can now enjoy the holiday stylings of amateur tuba ensembles in 296 U.S. communities\, from Anchorage\, Alaska to Hilo\, Hawaii. In 2018\, overachievers in Kansas City set a Guinness World Record.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/a-merry-tubachristmas-concert/
LOCATION:Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
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SUMMARY:New Horizon’s Band Concert at Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, December 1\, 2024\, holiday music will ring out when New Horizon’s Band of Sioux City presents its concert under the direction of Benjamin Mauritz at 2:00 pm at the Betty Strong Encounter Center. For this concert\, the band will play a variety of music including carols\, classical\, pop\, jazz\, and novelty pieces. Admission is free; a reception will follow. \n  \nThe New Horizon’s Band of Sioux City began more than 10 years ago with six members. The New Horizon’s Band currently consists of about 28 members from the Siouxland area. It is one of more than 200 U.S. programs in the New Horizon’s International Music Association\, which originated in 1991 at the Eastman School of Music\, Rochester\, NY. The Association’s sole purpose is to provide musical opportunities for adults. New Horizon’s Band of Sioux City includes musicians with limited experience as well as those who participated in high school or college bands.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/new-horizons-band-concert-at-lewis-and-clark-interpretive-center/
LOCATION:Betty Strong Encounter Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241124T150000
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SUMMARY:Amy Ellsworth to Entertain at the Betty Strong Encounter Center
DESCRIPTION:The Betty Strong Encounter Center will host talented singer Amy Ellsworth on Sunday\, November 24 at 2:00 PM. Ellsworth\, a Center favorite\, always provides the audience with enjoyable music. Admission is free with reception to follow. \n  \nEllsworth is from Brandon SD and former lead vocalist of Jukebox Zeroes.  She has opened for many national acts like Foreigner\, Joan Jett\, Rick Springfield\, and Brett Michaels. Over the last few years\, Ellsworth has played at Sioux City venues like Crash Boom Bang Whiskey Hole\, The Marquee\, and the Sioux City Orpheum with Rockestra.
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/amy-ellsworth-to-entertain-at-the-betty-strong-encounter-center/
LOCATION:Betty Strong Encounter Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T234907
CREATED:20241026T173507Z
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SUMMARY:Siouxland Inspirational & Historical Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The 5th-annual Siouxland Inspirational & Historical Short Film Festival has expanded to two sessions this year in Sioux City\, Iowa. On Sunday\, November 17\, a selection of films will be shown in the auditorium at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center. \n  \nFrom 11:00 to 1:00 p.m.\, a variety of locally\, regionally\, and nationally produced short films will be projected. They will include documentaries\, comedies\, and general interest flicks. After intermission\, a series of historical films will be shown starting at 2:00 p.m. \n  \nThe goal of the Siouxland Inspirational & Historical Short Film Festival is to showcase short films that are inspiring\, heartwarming\, thought-provoking\, family-friendly\, and entertaining. This festival offers a venue to show local films and those of other talented filmmakers from the region\, the U.S.\, and beyond.  The film festival seeks to be an alternative to the Hollywood sex\, violence and immorality permeating much of the movie industry \n  \nThe Siouxland Inspirational & Historical Short Film Festival is produced through the Siouxland Filmmakers Club.  Joseph McMahon\, president and founder of the filmmakers group\, will co-host the event. McMahon is an award-winning multimedia journalist and video photographer for KTIV Channel 4 TV in Sioux City. \n  \nThe founder of the film festival\, Tom Schoening\, will be the other host introducing the films. After retiring from a 40-year career in journalism\, photography\, corporate communications\, marketing and PR\, Schoening continues to use his skills for nonprofit organizations\, including the Sioux City Camera Club\, his Church\, and several other groups. \n 
URL:https://siouxcitylcic.com/event/siouxland-inspirational-historical-short-film-festival/
LOCATION:Betty Strong Encounter Center\, 900 Larsen Park Road\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults/Families’ Event
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