Holtz and Zalud, whose musical collaboration goes back to their days growing up in Ord, NE, now perform as “Flatwater Reunion,” after recently re-connecting. They played together in a musical group named “Calico,” nearly 50 years ago.
The Betty Strong Encounter Center will host “Merry TUBACHRISTMAS,” a concert featuring Siouxland area tuba and euphonium players, at 12 p.m., Saturday, December 2.
Different cultures celebrate differently in the winter months. We will learn how several cultures celebrate in the wintertime, as well as how Lewis and Clark celebrated Christmas on the trail.
Different cultures celebrate differently in the winter months. We will learn how several cultures celebrate in the wintertime, as well as how Lewis and Clark celebrated Christmas on the trail.
On Sunday, December 3, at 2:00pm come to the Betty Strong Encounter center to experience "A Journey through the Underworld: Poems by Jeanne Emmons" The author will take you through the Greek and Roman underworld and back, a metaphor for grief over the loss of her mother. The poems explore the mother-daughter relationship, the nuances of grief, and the necessity of embracing life.
How did children of Lewis and Clark’s time celebrate Christmas? We will find out through making some 19th-century gifts and treats!
How did children of Lewis and Clark’s time celebrate Christmas? We will find out through making some 19th-century gifts and treats!
On Sunday, December 10, music will fill the air 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 Christmas Concert, the Band will play a variety of Christmas musical styles including Carols, Classical, Pop, Jazz, and Novelty pieces.
The public is invited to a wreath laying ceremony at the Sgt. Floyd Monument, 2601 S Lewis Blvd, Sioux City at noon Saturday, December 16.
Join us for a visit from Santa Claus! We will have lots of treats, crafts, and music to celebrate the end of our fall programming.
Join us for a visit from Santa Claus! We will have lots of treats, crafts, and music to celebrate the end of our fall programming.
Mike and Jack Langley will present “Classic Langley Originals and Holiday Favorites” at the Betty Strong Encounter Center on December 17 at 2:00 pm.