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GO BIG: THE GRAND CANYON To paraphrase the saying, check the dictionary under “aweinspiring” and you’ll likely see a photo of the Grand Canyon. It is truly immense: 1 mile deep, about 18 miles wide and 277 river miles long. It has been a national park since 1919 and receives about five million visitors.
Top things to do The South Rim affords overlooks for cars and is the most accessible part of the park, open year-round. The North Rim is less accessible even in summer, 220 miles by car from the South Rim or 21 miles by foot across the canyon on the North and South Kaibab trails. Park your car at the visitor’s center and board a shuttle bus for a tour. There’s lodging, camping and restaurants, and the South Rim is open daily year-round. Some places may close in winter. The Inner Canyon is the playground for hikers and folks who want to raft the Colorado River (which can take a few days to three weeks (no one-day trips are offered). Visitors can also ride a mule to Phantom Ranch. The North Rim is least accessible, even in summer, and is open from mid-May to mid-October. Lodging and camping are available and reservations are recommended. You’ll also find facilities in Kaibab National Forest, the Kaibab Lodge area and Jacob Lake. The West Rim Skywalk about 4,000 feet above the canyon
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Creeping out on the structural glass skywalk at the Grand Canyon will get your pulse racing. offers viewing through 2.5 inches Grand Canyon Skywalk Develof clear glass that extends 70 feet opment, so daily operations may over the rim. It’s embroiled in a be in question. legal dispute between members of the Hualapai Tribal Coun- What’s it gonna cost? cil and the builders/managers, Entrance fee is $25 per private
car; entering by foot, bicycle and motorcycle or noncommercial group is $12. Upcoming free entrance days are June 9 (Get Outdoors Day) and Sept. 29 (Public Lands Day).
Camping fees are additional to entrance fees and are charged per night. Reservations are required; identify the rim you plan to visit; reservations fill up fast.
STAY HOME: PIKES PEAK STATE PARK, MCGREGOR
Hike Pikes Peak — Iowa’s version, known for its majestic view of the Mississippi River. From a 500-foot bluff, you can see the confluence of the Wisconsin and Mississippi rivers. It’s open year-round.
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Hike a half-mile wooden boardwalk down to Bridal Veil Falls. There are 63 effigy mounds in the park built by ancient American Indians, plus you can hike 11 1/2 miles of old-growth forest trails, includ-
ing the remote trail to Point Ann, a bluff that overlooks the mighty Mississippi and McGregor (don’t for get the bug spray!). A portion of the trail is open to mountain bikes. You’ll find picnic sites and two shelters. There’s a campground
with electric/nonelectric sites, What’s it gonna cost? modern shower and restroom Various rates for camping. facilities and a park concession. McGregor and Marquette are Information nearby, along with Effigy Mounds www.iowagreatriverroad.com/ National Monument and the Great Categories/PikesPeakStatePark/ River Road for sightseeing. tabid/1465/Default.aspx.
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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Top things to do Whether you’re pitching a tent, enjoying A/C in your RV or sleeping under the stars, camping is the iconic summertime activity. Yosemite National Park is described as spectacular mountain-and-valley scenery in a 1,200-square-mile tract in Sierra Nevada, replete with awe-inspiring waterfalls, meadows and forests with groves of giant sequoia trees. It’s also home to one of the world’s most rigorous challenges for rock climbers, El Capitan. Yosemite’s campgrounds are extremely popular. Reservations are essential for those campgrounds that require them. Most campsites accommodate RVs.
Top things to do Iowa’s first state park is known for Devil’s Backbone, one of the highest points in northeast Iowa. There are 21 miles of hiking and multi-use trails. Visitors can hike along trails winding through old twisted and windblown cedars and up rough, rocky staircases. There are 125 camp sites located in two campgrounds. Advance campsite reservations
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What’s it gonna cost? $9-$62.50 campsite.
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A scenic vista for hikers in Yosemite National Park.
all overnight stays. For other campsites, make your reservations early and/or plan to secure your campsite as early in the day as possible. Campgrounds may Top things to do fill by early morning, especially during peak season The country’s first national park, established in (early July-late August). There are a limited number 1872, is home to Old Faithful and the majority of the of campsites over 30 feet available in Yellowstone. world’s geysers. The 3,472 square-mile park is also home to grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of bison and What’s it gonna cost? elk, and is one of the last, nearly intact, natural eco$12-$45 depending on campsite. systems in the Earth’s temperate zone. There’s a designated backcountry campsite sys- Details tem, and a Backcountry Use Permit is required for Wyoming, Idaho and Montana; nps.gov/yell.
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GO BIG: THE CARIBBEAN If you’ve never been on a Caribbean cruise, it may be time to experience the adventure. Beaches, blue sky, starry nights ... not to mention the food, nightlife and activities for all ages. SmarterTravel.com recommends a seven-night western Caribbean for first-timers that offer a good mix of island and
Central American ports and days at sea. One of the suggested cruises is aboard the Grand Princess which departs from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cozumel, Mexico and a stop at Princess Cays, a private Princess island in the Bahamas are ports of call.
Top things to do Snorkel or scuba off Grand Cayman, explore ancient ruins in Mexico, enjoy movies under the stars and theater shows, gamble at the Atlantis Casino and sip cocktails or savor a cigar at the ships lounges and bars. Food includes a full-service pizzeria. Children and
teenagers can hang out at youth centers stocked with movies, board games, jukeboxes, fooseball and more, as well as a video game arcade, splash pool, even a hot tub. Little kids can participate in karaoke, pizza parties and pajama nights.
Information
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STAY HOME: THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER AMERICAN QUEEN “Voyages to the heartland of America” proclaims the website for the Great American Steamboat Co., owners of the American Queen. Overnight excursions can be planned on the upper and lower Mississippi river and Ohio and Tennessee rivers, including New Orleans, Memphis, St. Louis, Louisville, Vicksburg, Miss., and St. Paul, Minn. Priscilla Presley is the “godmother” of the ship, and the American Queen will offer the first cruise on the ship from Memphis to New Orleans in December as well as signature Graceland experiences for guests.
Top things to do Steamboating is a leisurely affair and the American Queen offers cruises to make Mark Twain proud. Live performers in the Grand Salon modeled after Ford’s Theatre; acts like The Platters, the Lovin’ Spoonful, Storefront Congregation, New Orleans Jazz All-Stars, Harry James and Glenn Miller orchestras, and showboat-style cabarets. Relax in the Mark Twain Gallery. Visit Civil War battlefields, listen to jazz, big band and other American music, immerse yourself in Southern culture and celebrate Thanks-
giving or Christmas on a steamboat. Most trips include one or two hotel nights. Make your trip a movable feast with Americaninspired cuisine and five-course dinners by Chef Regina Charboneau in the J.M. White Dining Room.
What’s it gonna cost? Again, it depends on your accommodations, length of cruise and transporation to the departure site.
Information/reservations www.greatamericansteamboatcompany.com, (888) 7495280 or (901) 654-2600.
TWILIGHT Experience Old Man River on a two-day overnight trip aboard the Twlight. Board in LeClaire and travel the upper Mississippi. The riverboat features a unique rounded stern and ornate architectural details.
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BASEBALL Baseball. America’s pastime. Arguably, there’s no sport as relaxing or picnic-like as spending the day at the ballpark — and, given the way baseball schedules are set up, you can go almost any day of the week, where tickets abound.
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2012 R.A.S.H. Ride Saturday, June 9th • Starting Point: Bill’s Pizza & Smokehouse • 201 1st Street West, Independence Riders will have the option of a 25 mile route or 50 mile route. www.rashride.org The end-of-summer ritual in its 7th year that celebrates two great American institutions, Barbecue & Beer, the Independence Brew-B-Q is August 25, 2012! Overwhelm your senses with outstanding Barbecue, slow cooked for hours over hardwood smoke and served up in Riverwalk Parks.
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SHEDD AQUARIUM, CHICAGO & BLANK PARK ZOO, DES MOINES SHEDD AQUARIUM, CHICAGO
Windy City highlights, such as entertainment means educathe Field Museum, the Art Insti- tion as displays offer interesttute of Chicago and the John ing factoids about the zoo’s It’s not necessary to head to Hancock Observatory. Adults inhabitants. the coast to mingle with pen- pay $84; children pay $69. Top things to do guins, go wading with a beluga or marvel at schools of tropi- Details Go see a Red Panda, the giraffes cal fish, delicate jellyfish, fierce Go online to help customize and all their friends. If in town sharks and more. Shedd Aquar- your visit at www.sheddaquar- before June 10, hit up the Ice Age ium offers rare glimpses at some ium.org. exhibit. Check out adventure of the ocean’s most colorful and days, which offer themed crafts, mysterious creatures and also BLANK PARK ZOO, DES games and learning activities for highlights inhabiters of other families. Details available online bodies of water, from the Great MOINES at www.blankparkzoo.com. Lakes to the Caribbean to the This zoo is home to more than Amazon. 100 different animal species and What’s it gonna cost? more than 1,400 animal speci(Summer rates) Adults, $11; Top things to do mens from Africa, Australia children ages 3-12, $6; senior Don’t miss Jellies, a special and other far away places. Here, citizens, $9. traveling exhibit. Other great exhibits include Wild Reef (think sharks, iridescent corals and garden eels) and Abbott Oceanarium (think Pacific white-sided Lodging, Meals & Golf Packages dolphins, sea lions and belugas). In the Amanas The new aquatics show features soaring dolphins and dancing belugas. Meet the Animal experiences are also an for those willing to pay extra to get up close Stay at the Colony Oaks Condominiums and personal. Dine at the Ox Yoke Inn® Play at the Amana Colonies Golf Club
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GO BIG: SEAWORLD If your idea of the perfect summer involves water, roller coasters and majestic sea creatures, consider SeaWorld. Where else can you stand surrounded by hundreds of rays moments before being whisked away on a flying, over-the-water, head-first, face down roller coaster (now available in Orlando and opens May 26 in San Diego). Plenty of activities, exhibits and shows will let you appreciate ocean life while keeping your feet firmly planted on solid ground.
ushers visitors into a dome for a hyper-realistic, 3D 360 degree film journey through the sea, from a turtle’s perspective, of course. See SeaWorld at under the stars during Summer Nights activities. Some features specific to limited locations.
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Entrance fee at the gate is $81.99 for adults and $73.99 for children. Purchasing online will shave $10 off each ticket. Expect to pay more for exclusive park experiences, such as the Behindthe-Scenes or Dolphins UpTop things to do Close tours. Packages are availCheck out Manta, the new ray able that combine lodging and aquarium and roller coaster. dining. TurtleTrek, also new to Orlando, showcases rescued manatees Details and elegant sea turtles, then Go to seaworldparks.com.
Escape to an Old World Weekend
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General admission is $8 for adults and $6 for children and excludes some exhibits and events. A Shedd Pass starts at $28.95 for adults and $19.95 for children, includes more sites and visitor can add shows for a couple bucks per ticket. Or consider a Chicago CityPass, which reportedly offers 50 percent savings on five Chicago landmarks, including the best of Shedd Aquarium and other
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South Dakota Badlands’ vistas are worth the visit McClatchy Newspapers
The National Park Service describes the South Dakota Badlands as one of the planet’s fastest-eroding landscapes. What you see today will in some way be different tomorrow. The Badlands also are a geological gem boasting a poetic blend of simple grandiosity and rugged natural beauty. The never-ending dance of deposition and erosion is what makes the Badlands remind us of the age of the planet and the truth behind the saying “Nothing lasts forever.”
Made up of 244,000 acres of rolling grasslands and serrated rock formations, Badlands National Park largely is a landscape of canyons, steep pinnacles, buttes, ridges and spires. The area also is rife with fossils. For more than 150 years, paleontologists have been digging up the bones of early mammals, such as the three-toed horse, sabertoothed cat and miniature camels — not to mention the Field Museum’s leading lady, Sue, the most complete and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever discov-
ered. The skeleton was found a couple of hours north of the Badlands, near the Cheyenne River Indian Reservation. The Badlands deserve a couple of days. It’s worth spending the night, if anything, to bear witness to the beautiful displays of color against the stone at sunrise and sunset. The dynamic visage of pinks and purples behind silhouetted rock pinnacles created by the rising and setting sun are rivaled only by the night sky. The park’s secluded setting makes for worldclass stargazing. Stretching from
Colorful layers of yellow, orange and pink appear atop rock faces and mounds, creating an alluring color palette against an azure sky. Some of the oldest exposed layers in the park, which appear black, date to the Cretaceous Period, 65 million to 135 million years ago. Camping is half the fun of visiting the Badlands. For unparalleled views, stay overnight at Cedar Pass Campground within the park. Information: South Dakota Department of Tourism, 800732-5682, travelsd.com; National Park Service, nps.gov/state/sd.
each horizon, the sheer number of visible stars paints a perfect picture of the universe’s immensity. No trip to the Badlands is complete without experiencing the celestial grandeur that comes with a clear night. No permits are required beyond the vehicle entry fee. There are eight trails in the park varying in difficulty and length. If hiking isn’t your thing, the 32mile Badlands Scenic Loop drive gives visitors a good lay of the land. With 14 photo-worthy overlooks, the trip takes about an hour by car.
Vi sit APLINGTON - PARKERSBURG Aplington Days June 2nd - 5th June 2 - City Wide garage sales 8 am – noon Wine tasting at Various businesses 10 am – 2 pm 5K walk/run 7:30 am(Tentative) June 3 - Church service in the Park 9:30 June 4 - Kiddie Parade 6:30 • Miss Aplington Coronation • Citizen of the Year • Student Connection band and local entertainment • Community Club Dinner (Grilled burgers, salad, drink) June 5 - Adult Parade 6:30 (begins at the ARC west of town)
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Events downtown on Saturday, June 2nd Come downtown for sidewalk sales and wine tasting by Eagle City Winery and Tasel Ridge Wines from 10-2. The band “Hands of Time” will be playing in the lot next to Peppercorn Pantry from 11-2.
Participating businesses are: Jen’s Needleworks, Peppercorn Pantry, AplingtonArtworks, For Heaven’s Sake, Busy Day Mini Mall, Stinky’s Bar and Grill, and Aplington Antiques & Variety.
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GO BIG: WHITE-WATER RAFTING, COLORADO Head out West for some of the best rafting in America, from introductory floats to adrenaline-pumping adventures.
Top things to do Opt for a quick taste of river action or camp out for a few days in the mountains and sample several stretches. Outfitters offer trips for all ages and skill levels. The Arkansas River is the most popular, with more than 80 miles in four major sections, according to the Colorado Rafting Association. The Arkansas flows through spectacular Brown’s Canyon, Bighorn Sheep Canyon and the world-famous Royal Gorge. Bounce through fun-filled rapids and learn history of the region during a two-hour to full day on the Lower Animas River. That’s
the opposite of the Upper Animas, where enthusiasts travel from around the world to conquer the steep drop of 85 feet per mile and nonstop, pounding rap-
ids. The Upper Colorado River is What’s it gonna cost? great for first-time boaters and Find prices for quarter, half, full families with children. Try other or multiday trips at www.colorivers for different thrills, chal- radoraftingassociation.com. A lenges, scenery and wildlife. quarter-day family float on the
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Arkansas is $32, while two days on the Upper Animas is $450. A variety of websites tout various excursions. Also try www.coloradorafting.net.
FREDERICKSBURG Fredericksburg Dairy Days -
“CRUISING THROUGH THE MILKY WAY!” June 5th & 6th 2012 will be the 88th Annual Dairy Day! It has been said, “That this is the day where the Town of a 1,000 becomes a town of 10,000”
Come join in the fun!! • PRESCRIPTION • PHOTO • GIFT
This event begins on Tuesday at the Elementary School grounds with midway rides, street sports for kids, the Old Timers Softball Game with Fireworks following the game. The fun continues on Wednesday with a 10:30 am. and 7:30 pm. parade (one of the biggest parades around), midway rides & amusements and entertainment for young & old. After the night parade is the q crowingg of the Chickasaw Countyy Dairyy Princess and Little Miss Squirt. Dairy Day 5K Run/Walk
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Iowa’s first such recreation course — three-fourths of a mile — opened on the Cedar River in 2011. Kayakers, tubers, rafters, boaters and stand-up paddle boarders can experience three distinct features: the signature Dam Drop provides glassy front surfing with an easily accessible foam pile for beginner/intermediate freestyle paddlers; Doc’s Drop, a powerful and aggressive freestyle hold that will be conducive to dynamic aerial moves for the more advanced paddlers, and provide a challenge for others to punch the hole; and the Exit Exam, great for the beginning and intermediate paddlers with front surfing and freestyle moves.
What’s it gonna cost? Free. Kayak, tube, canoe and life jacket rentals are available. Visit ccwhitewater.com for more information.
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The Bill Riley Talent Show - 2:15 pm.
A cruise will begin from 12:30 till 1:30 pm.
The event will take place at the stage area at the Fredericksburg Elementary School.
Registration to follow. There will be 2 categories.
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Northeast Iowa Antique Tractor & Engine Power Show - August 11th & 12th, 2012 The Engelbrecht Family Winery and Vineyard...
The second weekend in August. Come join in the fun & excitement! New events are added each year. Each year a different make of Tractor is featured. One event is the crowning of Little Miss & Mr. Sprout.
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The vineyard is 11 acres and includes the 14 varieties of grapes needed to produce our Estate Bottled Wines. The Farm House Shop - features and sells our own Farm House Wines. Free tasting is available 10-5 Monday Saturday and 1-5 on Sunday. Looking for a dry wine? Sweet or semi-sweet? We make it! We put an emphasis on selling locally produced products. You'll find local cheeses, meats, truffles, and soaps plus products made in other Iowa locations: tortilla chips, chili con queso dip, beef sticks, summer sausage, and 5 varieties of Gouda cheeses. Shop for wine accessories, gifts and antiques as well. It's all fun at Engelbrecht Family Winery. Located on Hwy. 18 East edge of Fredericksburg.
Call 563-237-5969 for more information.
Take a wagon ride into the woods, feed the buffalo by hand. Family-owned ranch, reservations recommended.
Buffalo Meats & Gift Shop Onsite Family meals & Farm stays Fredericksburg, Iowa • 563-237-5318 www.hawkeyebuffalo.com
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ADVENTURELAND & MALL OF AMERICA
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A visit to Disney World makes everyone feel like a kid again.
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Wind Up inTraer Aug 10-11 - Winding Staircase Festival Sept 22 - Chamber Car Cruise
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entertainment. wine. Sat., June 9 - 3rd ANNIVERSARY BLOW-OUT! Checker and the Bluetones 7-10 PM
Sat., July 21 - Milk and Honey 7-10 P.M.
Farmer’s Market Every Thurs. 4:30-6:30 May 24-through Sept. 27 Corner of 7th Street & G Avenue
Sat., August 4 - Midlife Crisis 7-10 P.M. Sat., August 18 - Second Nature 7-10 P.M.
Full Service Flower & Gift Shop
Annual Felix Grundy Festival Friday, July 6- Saturday, July 7- 25th
Grand Parade, G Avenue Saturday 4pm
Inside the Mall of America, Bloomington, Minn.; nickelodeonuniverse.com Unlimited ride price: $30. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 25.
Sat., July 7 - Smokin Guns 7-10 P.M.
2012 Summer Event Schedule
Car Show and BBQ Contest, Community Center Saturday 10am- 3pm
305 34th Ave. NW, Altoona; (800) 532-1286; adventurelandusa.com Daily admission price: $33$39 depending on age. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 43.
Sat., June 23 - The Other Band 7-10 P.M.
Grund y Grundy Center
Inflatable Rides & Kids Activities, Courthouse Square Friday 2pm-9pm
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Chicago; sixflags. com/greatamerica Daily admission price: $40DISNEY WORLD $60 depending on age. Number of rides/attractions 1375 E. Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista, Fla.; disneyworld. included with admission: 65.
Grundy Center City- Wide Garage Sales Friday, June 22- Saturday, June 23
ADVENTURELAND PARK
disney.go.com Daily admission price: $84.14-$90.53 to one of the theme parks, depending on age. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 157 spread across six parks.
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Europe is on sale for late summer, fall and winter, including the holidays. Fares to many cities have dropped by $300 to $700 from the sale a couple of weeks ago. The cheapest travel days are departing from the United States to Europe for Sunday through Thursday and returning Monday through Thursday. England is the exception, with both the cheapest outbound and return travel days Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Travel on peak days of the week will cost $30 more each way. Fares to Germany, Lisbon and Athens have been expensive for this summer. Fares to these destinations drop $400 to $600 round trip for travel after summer. All three of these destinations have reasonable hotel rates compared with the rest of Europe, which can also help your travel budget. We are seeing another sale with even lower fares for travel Jan. 14 through March 3 to most of Europe. These fares are approximately $80-$150 cheaper than the fall rates. We still like Madrid and Barcelona not only for the fall season, but also for the winter when fares are now as low as $859 round trip, with all taxes and fees, for midweek travel. The cheapest destination for the fall and winter seasons are London at around $799 round trip, with taxes and fees including the $199 entry and exit fees. With the Olympics just ending, you may find some inexpensive souvenirs that are 50 to 75 percent off. Right now, the biggest unknown for travel in future months is the price of fuel. Oil has been hovering around $105 a barrel. If it goes up, the fuel surcharge will likely go up, too.
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■ CoCo Key Water Resort at Holiday Inn Kansas City SE 9103 East 39th St., Kansas City, Mo.; (877) 425-2746; cocokeykansascity.com Daily admission price: $18$25 depending on day. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 11.
■ Noah’s Ark Waterpark 1410 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy., Wisconsin Dells, Wis.; (608) 2546351; noahsarkwaterpark.com Daily admission price: $29.59-$33.29 depending on age. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 29. ■ Water Park of America 1700 American Blvd. E., Bloomington, Minn.; (952) 2295753; waterparkofamerica.com Daily admission price: $19.95-$39.95 depending on day. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 11. ■ White Water 3505 West Hwy. 76, Branson, Mo.; (800) 475-9370; whitewater.silverdollarcity.com Daily admission price: $30.13-$42.41 depending on age. Number of rides/attractions included with admission: 10.
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Daily admission price: sion: 43 (Number of Adventure Bay attractions included in that $2.50-$6 depending on age. Number of rides/attractions number: 8). included with admission: 5. ■ The Falls aquatic center 3025 South Main St., Cedar ■ Lost Island Waterpark 2225 E. Shaulis Road, WaterFalls; (319) 266-8468
Nashua
EVENTS - 2012
MAY 26 & JULY 28, 2012 Figure 8 Races @ Fairgrounds June 14-16, 2012 City Wide Garage Sales June 22-24, 2012 Water Over the Dam Days Great Food + Great Friends + Great Music = Great Days Small town fun at it’s best! Most events are at Cedar View Boat Park June 24 & Sept. 2 & 3, 2012 Chuck-Wagon Races @ Fairgrounds August 5 Little Brown Church Wedding Reunion “Your Hometown August 31 - September 3 Pharmacy” The Big 4 Fair Gifts • 99¢ Cards
Nashua Pharmacy Fresh and Silk Flowers Plants • Balloon Bouquets Large $1.00 Department
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• May 28th- Memorial Day Ceremony starting at the Town Cemetery at 9:00am • June 21st, 22nd, 23rd- Fairbank Days: “Showdown on the Island”. Thursday, June 21st 4 pm Carnival Rides, Games, and Food 5 pm Beer Garden on the Island 6:30 pm Registration for 5K Run and 1 mile Fun Run 8 pm Island Queen Presentation 8-12 pm Live Music Friday, June 22nd 4 pm Carnival Rides, Games, and Food 5 pm Beer Garden on the Island 6 pm Kiddie Parade 6:30 pm Pedal Pull 9pm- 1 am Island Dance Fireworks on the Island starting after dark Saturday, June 23rd 10:30 am Island Days Parade Following Parade Duck Races, Carnival Rides, Games, Food and More!! 12 pm Beer Garden on the Island 12 pm Bean Bag Tournament 1 pm Money in the Hay for the Kids 2 pm Cardboard Boat Races at the Island 3 pm Tug-O-War on the Island 4 pm Haystacking Contest on the Island 5 pm Carp Wrestling on the Island 9pm- 1am Island Dance 10pm-2am Breakfast at the Legion • August 10th- Fairbank Historical Society Pork Dinner 5-7 p.m. at Fairbank Legion Hall
Fairbank Co-Ed Softball League
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YOUR LOCAL AMISH COMMUNITY
Breeder of Registered Belgian Horses Draft Horses, Ponies and Pony Carts ANDY MAST - OWNER
MAST HARNESS SHOP
D & E Furniture, Quilts & Crafts: Home-made quilts, custom furniture, hand-painted saws, custom-made baskets and rugs. New: pre-assembled, ready-to-install custom interior wood window frames. Pine Grove Store: General store with great prices. Red Wing shoes and boots perfect for camping and hiking, fabrics, and general merchandise. Prairie Log Furniture: Quality rustic furniture and custom railing (bedroom sets, tables and chairs, bars and barstools, outdoor swings, canopy beds, children’s furniture, hutches, computer desks…bring us your idea!) Fine craftsmanship-comfortable furniture. Surround yourself with the charm of the northwoods. All furniture hand-crafted on site! Helmuth’s Country Store: Amish made furniture (beds, table & chairs, jewelry boxes, dressers), quilts, crafts and NEW Poly-Made lawn furniture (gliders, rockers, chaise lounges, gazebos). Mast Harness Shop: Quality harness and harness parts, sleigh bells, leather belts and billfolds, including sales and repairs. Built to last quality leather goods. 42 Years in Business! Carter Discount Groceries: Bent & Dent discount groceries, miscellaneous items, canned goods, candy and juice, hunting and sporting goods. Inventory stock changes daily.
Quality Rustic Furniture & Custom Railings • Bedrooms Sets • Tables & Chairs • Barstools • Outdoor Swings
Marvin Hershberger 1453 120th Street, Hazleton, IA 50641
PINE GROVE STORE FABRICS... RED WING SHOES GENERAL MERCHANDISE Sam & Edna Nisley 1460 165th Street, Independence, Iowa 50644 Closed Sunday & Holidays • Open 8:00 - 5:30
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MUSIC FESTIVALS What’s better than enjoying a live band outside, if you like that sort of thing? Enjoying lots of bands outside, obviously. If you like music festivals, you can’t go wrong with these. From Chicago’s iconic and star-studded Lollapalooza to the nearly inďŹ nite amount of music at Milwaukee’s Summerfest, to Sturgis Falls’ free ticket for the hottest local and regional acts, summer promises to reward the music lover.
GO BIG: LOLLAPALOOZA, AUG. 3-5 Grant Park, Chicago
Top things to do
STURGIS FALLS, Little Big Town, Eli Young Band, Top things to do Eden’s Edge, Kool & the Gang, The festival turns 5 this year, JUNE 21-24 Larry McCray, Steve Miller and is expected to attract 30,000 Band, Train and Kelly Clarkson. music fans from around the counGateway Park and Overman try to rock with acts on the main Park, Cedar Falls What’s it gonna cost? stage and discover up-and-comer $15 per day; $165 for every day local and regional acts on free Top things to do stages. of the festival. Music is hot at Sturgis with performers like Checker and the BluDetails What’s it gonna cost? etones, Vic Ferrari Band, Orquesta Alto Maiz, the Snozzberries, Jourwww.summerfest.com. $65 for festival pass. ney/REO/Styx Tribute by Arch Details Allies, the Wicked Andersons, WE FEST, AUG. 2-4 Cornmeal, Lick It Ticket, the Mitwww.80-35.com. tens, OSG, Bob Dorr and the Blue Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, Band and more Minn. MY WATERLOO DAYS, There’s also a parade, children’s MAY 31-JUNE 3 Top things to do activities, plenty of food, carnival, This country music festival RiverLoop Expo Plaza, Lincoln classic car show and more. will headline Toby Keith, Jason Park, Waterloo Regional Airport What’s it gonna cost? Aldean, Alabama, Steve Martin and Cedar River Park and the Steep Canyon Rangers, Free. Levi Riggs, Sawyer Brown and Top things to do more. This year’s theme is “Blast From Details the Past!� The annual four-day www.sturgisfalls.org. What’s it gonna cost? event returns with favorites like People in the Park, Friday EveFestival pass is $134. ning at the Expo, MWD Parade, Details: 5K Walk-Run and the return of the Fireworks/Laser Show at the www.wefest.com. Waterloo Regional Airport.
Listen to the music— 125 acts over the three-day event, including the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Black Sabbathy. Green Street is the face of the festival’s greening initiatives and home of ecofriendly art vendors, nonproďŹ t organizations and food producWhat’s it gonna cost? ers. Chow Town features some of Chicago’s favorite restaurants. MWD buttons ($4) will be Coming in for the rock music and required at most events; children adult activities doesn’t mean 80/35, JULY 6-7 12 and under are free. your little ones can’t come along to Lolla. From workshops, activiWestern Gateway Park, Des Details ties and music all day long, Kid- Moines mywaterloodays.org. zapalooza is a festival within a festival for the music fan of all ages that runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day of Lolla.
STAY HOME:
College Hill Arts Festival
What’s it gonna cost? $95 per day tickets still available.
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CEDAR BASIN JAZZ FESTIVAL, JUNE 21-24 Sturgis Park, Cedar Falls
Top things to do It’s the 30th anniversary of this popular jazz festival. This year’s lineup features Natural Gas Jazz Band, San Franciscol; Petra’s Recession Seven, Chicago; Claim Jumpers Jazz Band, University of Colorado at Denver; Ballyhoo Foxtrot Orchestra, Des Moines; and Saints Dixieland Jazz Band, Cedar Falls, the host band. If you get hungry, there are plenty of food and beverage vendors.
What’s it gonna cost? Free.
Details www.cedarbasinjazz.org.
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GO BIG: LAS VEGAS It’s hard to go bigger than Las Vegas. With its over-the-top casinos, hotels and productions, Vegas is all about bringing out the gambler in you. If you’re feeling especially big-time, resorts like Bellagio, Wynn and Aria will bring the game to you, with tables and dealers dispatched to your room. In the summer, swim right up to the tables and keep playing at Palms and Caesars Palace, among others. Plan to elope? Vegas weddings can range from drive-up ceremonies with Elvis impersonators and exchanging vows in a helicopter overlooking the strip to scenic extravaganzas at Lake Mead or Red Rock Canyon. Though Las Vegas has long been known as an adult entertainment mecca, there are plenty of familyfriendly activities.
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load for free at www.vegaskids.info. ■ Springs Preserve, where guests can explore the valley’s history through interactive science and nature exhibits, botanical gardens, hiking, trails and live animal shows. The Nevada State Museum is located on the grounds. ■ Sun Buggy Fun Rentals offers the Las Vegas Family Fun Romp, an hour’s worth of off-road excitement.
What’s it gonna cost?
Sky’s the limit when it comes to spending in Vegas. Admission to Springs Preserve is $9 to $19; Sun Buggy ests include comedies, magic shows Rentals are $400 to $600, depending and the circus. Child-friendly hotels on number of passengers. feature kids’ attractions and entertainment, and there are amusement, theme Information and water parks, as well as museums, www.viator.com: offers a list of top aquariums and exhibits. tours and things to do in Las Vegas ■ “Las Vegas for Kids and Families Travwww.visitlasvegas.com: has a free Top things to do el Guide 2012,” which includes ratings and online Las Vegas visitors guide www.worldcasinodirectory.com ■ Shows tailored to children’s inter- money-saving tips is available to downSHUTTERSTOCK PHOTO
IOWA CASINOS
Iowa may not compare to Nevada, but it is a pioneer state in legalized gambling. With casinos, riverboats, horse tracks and racinos, Iowa has been at the forefront of the industry and was first to legalize riverboat gambling. Admission to Iowa casinos is free; most are open 24 hours. All Iowa casinos offer blackjack, roulette, craps, slots and video poker. Some casinos also offer mini-baccarat, poker, Caribbean stud poker, let it ride, bingo, keno and more. Minimum gambling age is 21.
Information For a list of Iowa casinos, go to www. americancasinoguide.com. For out-of-the-ordinary Midwestern nuptials, visit www.ourforeverpromise.com.
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Snake Alley Criterium – May 25-26 Burlington Steamboat Days – June 12 -17 Snake Alley Art Fair – June 17 West Burlington 4th of July – July 4 Symphonic Blast – July 7
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GO BIG: WASHINGTON, D.C. Much of our nation’s his- of Natural History, Portait tory can be found in the Gallery, not to mention the National Zoo. country’s capitol city. There are plenty of sightTop things to do seeing tours, and chances Start at the National Mall to go beyond Washington’s and visit the awe-inspir- borders and visit Mount ing Lincoln and Jeffer- Vernon and Colonial Wilson Memorials and the liamsburg, among other Washington Monument, sites. and stroll the U.S. Botanic Gardens. See our nation’s What’s it gonna cost? most important founding Free. There’s no charge to documents at the National visit the Smithsonian museArchives. ums or the Mall. You could spend a week visiting all the museums Information under the Smithsonian You’ll find a wealth of umbrella — National Air & materials at www.si.edu for Space Museum, Nation- the Smithsonian. For more al Museum of American things to do in Washington History, the Smithsonian and sight-seeing tours, visit Castle, National Museum www.washington.org.
The Lincoln Memorial draws millions of visitors each year on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. COURTESY PHOTO
STAY HOME: MIDWESTERN HOMES & MEMORIAL SITES Top things to do Immerse yourself in American history with a visit to West Branch’s Herbert Hoover National Historic Site. You can visit the cabin where the 31st president was born, the burial site for Hoover and Lou Henry Hoover (born in Waterloo) and the presidential museum and library. Follow the Lincoln Presidential Trail through Illinois, much of it centered around Springfield. Explore the history of the 16th president at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. There’s also Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site, a reconstructed 1830s village where Lincoln lived, studied law and started his political career. The Harry S. Truman Library and Museum in Independence, Mo., is filled with memorabilia and historical artifacts. Also explore the historic Truman Home and the Truman Farm in nearby Grandview. Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Presidential Library in Abilene, Kan., marks its 50th anniversary this year.
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Visit the Herbert Hoover National Historic Landmark site, which includes the birthplace of Hoover and the Presidential Museum and Library.
What it’s going to cost?
■ Herbert Hoover National Historic Site, free admission. ■ Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, $6 for adults; $3 for 61 and older; free for children under 16. ■ Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, $12 adults; $9 seniors 62 and older; $6 children aegs 5 to 10: $7 military, $9, students; children under 5, free. ■ Truman Home, $4 adults; free youth 15 and younger. ■ Eisenhower Presidential Library, $10 adults, $8 seniors 62 and older; $1 children ages 8 to 15; free for children 7 and younger and active military.
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Decorah The Winneshiek County Fair July 10th-14th
Grandstand Buttons: $15 pre-fair, $18 at the fair. Good for all 5 shows. Ages 5 and under free.
Thrusday: (Jim Busta Band & Molly B at 4:30 p.m.) Upper Iowa Speedway Stockcar Races
Can Lonely Planet fans give up their Bible-sized guidebooks for a teeny-tiny app?
Tuesday: Fair Queen Coronation and Opening Ceremonies; Bill Riley’s Iowa State Fair Talent Search with comedian Glen Everhart.
Friday: Tri-State Truck & Tractor Pull
Lonely Planet Country Guides
Wednesday: Bellamy Brothers
Midway Wristband Days: Wednesday from 6-10 pm; Fdriday 6-10 pm; Saturday 2-6 pm
Velkommen to Nordic Fest!
Saturday: CC Bull Rding & Barrel Racing
Return to the Nest for the 46th Fest!
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Start making plans now to join us July 26-28, 2012! Your whole famil will enjoy delicious food, traditional crafts, a colorful parade, lively entertainment, sporting events and our Saturday night fireworks display. Events begin with Thursday night’s opening ceremonies at 6:45 p.m., followed by two full days of fun activities for the whole family.
Hart’s Tea & Tarts
www.nordicfest.com Enjoy a fun, friendly wine experience amidst the beautiful, rolling hills of Northeast Iowa. We are a family owned and operated winery specializing in locally grown fruit and table wines. Visitors can enjoy: • Free Wine Tasting • Walking Tour Map • Outdoor Veranda seating • Artisan Gift Shop • On-site lunch menu • Event center for special occasions • Wine Cellar and Vineyard Tours
HWY 52 North, then right on North Winn Rd. for 4 miles, then right 1 mile on 337th St. Hrs: Wed - Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 12:30-5pm • www.wwwinery.com
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■ Available for: iPhone, iPod Touch. ■ What it does: Get thousands of recommendations for places to eat, sleep, sight-see and more. Lonely Planet’s guides to Italy, Ireland, Australia, France, Spain and Costa Rica are the first to become apps. ■ Cost: $9.99. ■ What’s hot: The entire app is available offline, so there’s no sweating data or roaming fees. It was designed for travelers already on the road, so you can tap into cultural sites and walking tours mapped to a specific neighborhood. Those who plan to use it for a future trip might find it tough if they don’t know where they want to go first. Don’t fret, head straight for the “Highlights” and “Regional Itinerary” sections for inspiration before you sink your teeth into specifics, such as where to sleep or eat. ■ What’s not: Where are the photos? Apparently there are 70 photos in the Italy app we tested, but when we were using it they were few and far between. You won’t find hotel room photos either. ■ Worth it: Yes, if you’re planning to visit more than one city in a country. It’s jampacked with practical information, and you can pair it with other Lonely Planet apps.
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Enjoy the home of Iowa’s 12th Governor, William Larrabee in Clermont, Iowa. All original furnishings remain in the home. Listed on the National Registered of Historic Places. Open daily Noon - 4 pm, Memorial Day Through Labor Day Labor Day - October 31st Fri., Sat. & Sun. Noon - 4 pm Guided tours - Free Admission Other times by special arrangements
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GO BIG: NASCAR SPRINT CUP COKE 400, DAYTONA, JULY 7 It’s not the Daytona 500, but it’s still 43 cars screaming around the 2.5 mile tri-oval at 200 mph in one of the summer’s hottest NASCAR events. The bonus? It’s under the lights during the Independence Day weekend.
Top things to do Saturday’s race begins at 5:30 p.m. on TNT. Dale Earnhardt Jr., Tony Stewart, Greg Biffle, Danica Patrick, Brad Keselowski and Carl Edwards will carry red, white and blue “NASCAR Unites — An American Salute” paint schemes. You’ll see fireworks on and off the track and with a Pre-Race Sprint FANZONE pass, you can see the teams at work in the garages, visit the Budweiser Bistro, walk the track to the grassy area in the tri-oval to watch pre-race driver introductions, watch drivers in Q&A interview sessions and more. Train will play the prerace show. NASCAR Nationwide Series races Friday in the Subway Jalapeno 250.
What’s it gonna cost? Reserved seating is $45 to $157. Call 1-800-PITSHOP for specific ticket pricing and grandstand locations. Youth pricing will be in effect with $10 reserved seats and free Sprint FANZONE access for kids 12 and under. To enter the Sprint FANZONE at Daytona you also need either a grandstand ticket or an infield admission. Tickets ($60) can be purchased at the gate.
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What’s it gonna cost?
Tickets are $65 and $85 for weekend packages; individual race tickets are $70 and $55 for upper and lower level, respectively, and $25 for youth 12 and under. Camping World Truck Series’ Iowa 200 is July 14.
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Top things to do Grab tickets for the Geico 400 Sept. 16 at Chicagoland in Joliet, Ill., for Sprint Cup, beginning at 1 p.m. Tony Stewart took the checkered flag for the third time last season, becoming the track’s all-time win leader.
Information and tickets Tickets are $45 to $175. Visit www.chicagolandspeedway.com.
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GO BIG: ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO Top things to do
“Roy Lichenstein: A Retrospective� is the largest exhibition of the Pop artist to date, featuring more than 160 works, that explores his fresh and revolutionary use of color and dynamism as well as never-beforeseen drawings, paintings. The show opens May 16 through Sept. 3. Families will enjoy the Elizabeth Morse Touch Gallery where children can touch sculptures
from different time periods, and there’s the “Arms and Armor� exhibit featuring full suits, half suits, pole arms, cannons and a knight on horseback, as well as tapestries, paintings and sculptures. You can also view the Art Institute’s expansive and impressive collection, including works by impressionists, post-impressionists, American and European paintings and sculptures and more.
What’s it gonna cost?
Adults, $18; children, students and seniors, $12; free for children under 14. Information: For a complete list of exhibitions, visit www. artic.edu. You can also purchase tickets online.
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Festival of Fun Mini Triathlon BBQ Cook-off Parade at 1:00 - Star Spangled Strawberry Classic Car Display & Cruise Strawberry Mudd Runners ($5 per person) Tiddly-Winks Competition at the American Legion Barrel Train Rides for young children Strawberry Dessert Contest
WATERLOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS & HEARST CENTER FOR THE ARTS, CEDAR FALLS
WATERLOO CENTER FOR THE ARTS Things to do “Works by Charles Barth,â€? through Aug. 19. The colorful cultural icons of Mexico are explored and re-imagined in the paintings and prints of Charles Barth, a retired Cedar Rapids art professor who has received national acclaim and now divides his time between Mexico and Iowa. Kids of all ages will love “Mini Masters: A Nine-Hole Course in Artâ€? in the Phelps Youth Pavilion’s Junior Art gallery. The unique 9-hole miniature golf course offers fun lessons about great master artists of the 20th century, in the midst of art-inuenced sand traps, roughs and hazards.
What’s it gonna cost? Admission is free to the WCA.
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GO BIG: LONDON 2012 SUMMER OLYMPICS ELKADER Fri - Jun 8 â&#x20AC;˘ Sat - Jun 9
Reach for the gold at the biggest sporting event on the planet, July 27 through Aug. 12. With 26 sports, 10,500 athletes and millions of spectators, Englandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital city is the place to be this summer.
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seen, from June 21 to Sept. 9. Many free events are suitable for families who love dance, music, theater, fashion, food, art or ďŹ lm. Also check out shops, museums and popular tourist attractions â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cathedral, the Tower of London and Windsor Castle.
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May. Exchange rate is subject to change. Special prices are available for ages 16 and younger and seniors 60 and older. Priority sales have ended, but unsold tickets will go back on general sale starting at 11 a.m. May 21 for Paralympic Games; and May 23 for Olympic Games. Buy online and by phone on a ďŹ rst-come, ďŹ rst-served basis using Visa only.
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Take in premier Olympic-style a free meal starting at 5:30 p.m., competition for youth, adults and and donations beneďŹ t the Iowa seniors without leaving the state. Food Bank Association. Entertainment includes the Or, even better, participate! high-energy Chicago Boyz Top things to do Acrobatic Team; Team Extreme Nearly 15,000 athletes are Trials Show featuring Tommi expected in 44 individual and Ahvala, often described as 14 team sports. New are gravel gymnastics on two wheels; and grinder cycling, pickleball, rugby country artists The Lost Trailers and whitewater slalom. A free and Sunny Sweeny. Other activities are Fields of opening ceremony on the Iowa State University campus is July Champions, where the Iowa 13. The ďŹ rst 2,200 people receive Food & Family Project will
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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it gonna cost? For a complete list of sports, schedules, entry fees and rules and deadlines or to register, visit www.IOWAGAMES.org.
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Top shows to go to â&#x20AC;&#x153;Evita,â&#x20AC;? featuring Ricky Martin, the revival of â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Streetcar Named Desire,â&#x20AC;? a musical version of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ghost,â&#x20AC;? based on the 1990 Patrick Swayze-Demi Moore movie, and Matthew Broderick in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nice Work If You Can Get It,â&#x20AC;? are just a few offerings. Also generating big buzz is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peter and the Starcatcher,â&#x20AC;? which opened in April.
Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it gonna cost? For tickets, visit www.broadway.com.
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ROSE BOWL FLEA MARKET, PASADENA, CALIF.
Top things to do It’s a California legend. On the second Sunday of every month, more than 2,500 vendors and 15,000 to 20,000 buyers gather for the world famous Rose Bowl Flea Market. Chances are, you’ll see a few celebrities rummaging for great stuff. Flea market finds include antiques, fine art and arts & crafts, lighting, mirrors, ceramics, vintage kitsch, architectural salvage, vintage and new jewelry and clothes, vintage outdoor furniture, home accessories, books, prints, plants, trees, shrubs, produce and specialty food items, as
Oelwein has annual events that will provide fun for everyone.
OddRods Club Friday Night Downtown Park’n
well as collectibles and all manner of merchandise.
What’s it gonna cost? Regular admission starts at 9 a.m. for $8 per person; children under 12 are admitted free with an adult; express admission from 8 to 9 a.m., $10 per person; early admission from 7 to 8 a.m., $15 per person; and special VIP admission from 5 to 7 a.m., $20 Be warned: Many vendors aren’t set up and open until 9 a.m. The market is open until 4:30 p.m.
Heritage Days Annually held 3rd Weekend in August. This year’s event will be held August 18-19, 2012. A great chance to get in touch with local heritage and celebrate our past.
Farmers Market Mid-May to October 26. Mondays 3-6pm and Fridays 8-11am at NE City Pkg. Lot near the intersection of Hwy 150 and Hwy 3.
12th Annual Quilt Show
Check out what Oelwein has to offer at http://oelwein.com/annualevents.htlm.
At the Plaza 25 W Charles St. August 18, 9-5pm. August 19, 10-4pm. Admissions $3 Cosponsored by One of a Kind
4th of July Celebration
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STAY HOME:
Our annual old fashioned Fourth of July celebration includes a parade at 10:30am, entertainment, contests and games, food, car show, and Miss Oelwein Contest at City Park during the afternoon and evening, and fireworks show at dusk
WJLO Tractorcade in Oelwein July 22-25
Lady’s Day Out Fall Fling Sept. 15th 10am-3pm Live Music, sidewalk sales, openhouses, crafters and food vendors
WHAT CHEER FLEA MARKET Top things to do
Third Friday each month in summer - sponsored by Oelwein OddRods Club. Car enthusiasts welcome downtown to park 6:00-10:00 pm and enjoy sharing their enthusiasm for vintage cars. No charge for car owners or spectators
dates are Aug. 4 and 5.
One of the Midwest’s largest flea markets, What Cheer offers What’s it gonna cost? antiques, collectibles, old tools, $1 per day; early bird admission primitives, postcards, glass- to fairgrounds. ware, stamps, coins, jewelry, toys, furniture, baseball cards Information and more. Visit www.whatcheerfleamarThis summer’s big market ket.com.
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New Crafters Welcome 12th Annual Quilt Show Aug. 18 & 19 cosponsored by One of a Kind call 319-283-3300 for more info.
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Hub City Railway Museum
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La Porte City Summer of Fun 2012 5TH ANNUAL PARTY IN THE PARK - CITY PARK FRIDAY, MAY 25 - 5 P.M.-11 P.M. BRING YOUR CHAIR AND ENJOY A FUN FILLED AFTERNOON • CHALK THE WALK • MUSIC, BEER TENT & FOOD
FESTIVAL OF TRAILS - JUNE 15-16 Friday, June 15 Parade-Main St. - 7 p.m. Fireworks- LPC ElementaryDusk Carnival Vendors on Main St.
ST. CLAIR PLUMBING, HEATING, COOLING and ELECTRICAL New Construction Septic System Heating Trenching
Remodeling Pumps Air Conditioning Backhoe Digging
Owner Paul Zander
319-342-3292 500 N. Cedar Street La Porte City
Saturday, June 16 Omelet Breakfast-LPC Golf Club - 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Mathiesen, Niemeyer and McIntosh Memorial 5K run/ walk - 9 a.m. Carnival - 12 p.m. Lions Club Car ShowCity Park - 3-6 p.m. Classic Car Cruise - 7 p.m.
BBQ IN THE PARK JULY 16-17 LPC CITY PARK
La Porte City’s UNION STATION
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Soft Serve At It’s Best
Personal • Business Life • Health
Open 7 Days A Week 11am-10pm, Sun 342-2746
319/342-2059
LuAnn Elliott • Michelle Eifert
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401 Commercial St. La Porte City
707 Hwy 218 North - La Porte City, IA 50651 Phone 319-342-2440 - Toll Free 800-727-7908 Fax 319-342-3648 www.compress-air.com E-Mail: Compair@compress-air.com
502 Main St. La Porte City
The Cender Valley’s Largest indoor 3D Range With elevated Shooting Lanes We sell Bows by-
Mathews Solocam, Mission Archery Elite, Hoyt, PSE doublelungarcheryinc.com 501 Main St. , La Porte City
319-342-4550