This Week at the Clear Lake Library
Jul 26, 2026 3:11 pm
Monday, July 27th
Monday, July 27th at 1:00 pm
Join us for a free, family-friendly, interactive adventure. Watch a popular kids/family movie, but with prompts that keep the whole family entertained. Interactive movies get the audience involved by providing cues and prompts for them to say or do things as the movie plays. Everyone is invited to sing along (subtitles provided)! All props, popcorn, and lemonade will be provided.
The Lorax (2012; PG) - In search of a real, live tree, a twelve-year-old boy pays a visit to the reclusive Once-ler, who tells him the story of the grumpy, yet charming Lorax, who tried to protect the forest by speaking up on behalf of the trees.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Monday, July 27th from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Whether you are new to Mahjongg or have been playing for years, head to the library on Monday afternoons from 3:00-5:00 p.m. to play. The group meets in Study Room C with overflow into the sun room. If you have a set, feel free to bring that with so multiple games can get going.
Monday, July 27th at 6:00 pm
Bring a pencil and some paper (or grab your laptop) and join a community of writers. Use the time to work on a project or join in on the prompts and games provided. The group meets from 6:00 - 7:00 pm on Monday nights whenever the library is open.
Tuesday, July 28th
Tuesday, July 28th from 2:00 - 4:00 pm
June 16 – Seed Bombs (construction paper and seeds)
June 23 – Fairy Houses (toilet paper tubes, paint)
June 30 – Farm Friend Painting (painting with anything but a brush)
July 7 – Feathered Friends (feathers & glue)
July 14 – Coffee Filter Flowers
July 21 – Rock Painting
July 28 – Pigs on the Farm (golf ball painting)
Grab some old clothes you don't mind getting dirty and join us in the meeting room for Messy Art! All ages, toddler to adult, are invited to spend some time creating their own masterpieces. Crafts will fit the Summer Reading theme of Plant a Seed. Read. Some paint shirts in select sizes are available to borrow. Drop in event.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, July 29th
Wednesday, July 29th at 10:30 am
Join us each Wednesday, Memorial Day - Labor Day at 10:30 a.m. for a family story time for ages 0-5. Story time consists of stories, body movement activities, songs, and rhymes, helping children grow the skills they need to become lifelong readers. After the stories, feel free to stay and play and make new friends! Young children and their grown-ups are invited to join us for these free weekly events.
After Labor Day, story time is split into designated age groups throughout the week. Look for that information in August.
Wednesday, July 29th at 6:30 pm
June 17 - Broccoli
July 1 - Peas
July 29 - Tomato
One ingredient. Endless recipes.
Check out one of our many cookbooks and find a recipe to make using the featured ingredient. Bring the completed dish to the meeting to share and discuss what worked (and what didn’t) with the group! All cooking levels welcome.
Please bring a copy of the recipe to share and help identify food allergens.
Thursday, July 30th
Thursday, July 30th at 10:30 am
The Clear Lake Public Library and Healthy Harvest are partnering for a summer intro to hydroponics program held in the Clear Lake Public Library meeting rooms. This is a weekly class throughout the summer geared toward students entering grades 6, 7 & 8. Students will go through the process of caring for and growing plants in a hydroponic tower garden and even learn some recipes to go with the plants they grow. Space is limited, so registration is required.
Saturday, August 1st
Saturday, August 1st from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us during the North Iowa Fair, highlighting local authors as well as professional storytellers.
Held at the Fairground Olson Building, this event is a partnership between several Cerro Gordo County Libraries and is fun for all ages. For a complete list of performers and authors in attendance, visit our website closer to the event.
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