Event Series Tuesdays for You

Heritage of the Loess Hills with Rich Pope

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

As a volunteer at the Center, Rich Pope is a familiar presence to the staff, and we are continually astonished by the range of his interests and the depth of his knowledge on an array of topics. Serendipitously, these topics often have a strong connection to the types of programming in which the Center specializes: historical, cultural and educational.

Free
Event Series Sundays at the Center

Crabgrass: Classic Country Music

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

Crabgrass has created a combination of Western music styles and will perform classic country music. Some of the songs include hits by Patsy Cline, Willie Nelson, Bob Wills, Loretta Lynn, Carter Family and others. The group has been playing together for over 15 years and perform songs of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s.

Free
Event Series Tuesdays for You

Lifelong Learning with WITCC’s Sue Owens

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

On the core philosophy of Lifelong Learning, Owens notes, "I have read that learning is making sense of the world around us. And since the only constant in the world is change, we need to continue learning to thrive. If people stop growing and learning, they are more likely to become depressed and not take care of themselves.

Free

Traditional African Storytelling and Drumming with Kofi Dennis

Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City, IA, United States

The Center welcomes Kofi Dennis to our stage to share his unique talents with our audience! Modi’s hands-on, interactive presentation encompasses West African stories, drumming, and poetry. It’s perfect for preschool and elementary school aged children and their families.

Free