Events

RAGBRAI - 10 Week Training at the YMCA

Location: Spencer Family YMCA

May 29, 2017, 5:30 AM – Jul 21, 2017, 7:00 AM

Are you thinking about riding in RAGBRAI but
haven't started training?  Join the Spencer YMCA
for a ten week training for the great bicycle ride
across Iowa. 
Sessions will be Tuesday and Thursday from
5:30am to 7am. 
Also, thinking about a Triathalon, run and swim
on Mondays and Fridays.

For more information, call the YMCA at 262-3782

Clay County Heritage--New Exhibit

Location: Clay County Heritage

Jun 12, 2017, 10:00 AM – Sep 08, 2017, 4:00 PM

Clay County Heritage along with Arnold Motor Supply are
proud to present:  "Clay County and the Automotive
Business:  You Build a Business with People."

The exhibit features the history of Arnold Motor Supply,
including papers of incorporation, the 5 points letter from
E.P. Arnold, many photos, a replica 1940's gas station,
the 1927 replica of E.P. Arnold's  delivery vehicle, and
family and personal history of E.P. Arnold.  The exhibit
will also have artifacts on the Bulldog Foot Accelerator
and will feature several artifacts on loan from
VanderHaag's, Inc.  Clay County Heritage is encouraging
area resident and visitors to experience all this exhibit
has to offer.   There is no cost to view the exhibit, as
well as admission costs, have been covered thanks to our
generous admission sponsor, Spencer Hy-Vee.

This exhibit will be on display April 5th to September 8th
during normal business hours.

The Heritage Center is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
10am to 4pm; Thursday 10am to 6pm and Saturday 10am
to 3pm and closed Sunday and Monday.

Clay County Heritage also manages the Parker House Museum,
which is open by appointment.  To make an appointment
please call the Heritage Center at 712-262-3304.

"Beauty in the Ordinary" at Arts on Grand

Location: Arts on Grand

Jun 20, 2017, 10:00 AM – Jul 29, 2017, 4:00 PM

Maker Fest at the Library

Location: Spencer Public Library

Jun 24, 2017, 1:00 PM – Jun 24, 2017, 4:00 PM

The Maker Fest is a festival of invention and celebration
of the Make movement.  Maker Fest is for all ages gathering
for STEAM activities.  Learn how to make bath bombs, roll
sushi, and color like a pro.  Fun for all ages!! 
For more information, please call 580-7290.

Other events today:
Anime Club at 10am
Fandom Club at 11am

Parker Museum Open

Location: Parker Museum located at 300 East 3rd Street

Jun 25, 2017, 12:00 PM – Jun 25, 2017, 4:00 PM

Clay County Heritage would like announce that the
Parker Museum will be open several Sundays this
summer. 

Admission is FREE thanks to admission sponsorship
from Spencer Hy-Vee.

Book to Movie at the Library

Location: Spencer Public Library

Jun 26, 2017, 6:30 PM – Jun 26, 2017, 8:00 PM

Tonight the feature is "The Namesake" based on a
2003 novel by Jhumpa Lahiri.  The Namesake is the
story of a man and his family as he comes to grips with
his cultural identity as a young American with Indian
immigrant parents.  Sig-up to get your book and reserve
your spot by calling 580-7290.

Other event today:
Baby storytime at 6:30pm

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Jun 27, 2017, 5:30 PM – Jun 27, 2017, 9:00 PM

HOBBY STOCK SPECIAL

Hot Laps begin at 5:30pm with Racing to Follow.
All Classes are Running:
IMCA Modifieds, Stock Cars, SportMods,
Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts.

Tickets are $12.00 -- Pit Passes are $25.00
Kids 12 and under are always FREE!!!

Adult Summer Clay Classes

Location: Arts on Grand

Jun 27, 2017, 7:00 PM – Jun 27, 2017, 9:00 PM

Arts on Grand is holding Adult Summer Clay Classes
with Gene Polson.  The cost is $50.00 and will be
held on Tuesday evenings.
For more information:  Please call 712-262-4307.

Library Events of the Day

Location: Spencer Public Library

Jun 28, 2017, 2:00 PM – Jun 28, 2017, 3:00 PM

Tween Book Club at 2pm

NW Iowa Caregivers & Alzheimer's Support Group

Location: Elderbridge Agency on Aging

Jun 28, 2017, 6:30 PM – Jun 28, 2017, 8:00 PM

The Northwest Iowa Caregivers and Alzheimer's Support
Group will meet at Elderbridge Agency on Aging located
at 714 10th Avenue East.
For more information or if you are able to provide
knowledge or rescources for caregivers please contact:

Nancy Ketchum, Facilitator & Elder Right Specialist
Office:  712-262-1775
Cell:  712-346.8578

Library Events of the Day

Location: Spencer Public Library

Jun 29, 2017, 9:00 AM – Jun 29, 2017, 2:00 PM

Yoga Storytime at 9am
Tech Talks at 1:30pm
Kids SRP:  Water Fights w/Spencer Fire Department at 2pm.

Time to Grill at Spencer Area Activity Center

Location: Spencer Area Activity Center

Jun 29, 2017, 4:30 PM – Jun 29, 2017, 6:30 PM

Stop by the Spencer Area Activity Center for
Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Pork Sandwiches, Baked
Beans, Pasta Salad and Dessert.

This is a FREE WILL OFFERING.

Municipal Band Concert

Location: East Leach Park Bandshell

Jun 29, 2017, 7:30 PM – Jun 29, 2017, 8:30 PM

Library Events of the Day

Location: Spencer Public Library

Jul 01, 2017, 10:00 AM – Jul 01, 2017, 1:30 PM

Anime Club at 10am
Fandom Club at 12pm
Teen Board at 1pm
Teen Gaming at 1:30pm

Municipal Band Concert

Location: East Leach Park Bandshell

Jul 04, 2017, 7:00 PM – Jul 04, 2017, 8:00 PM

BAKE SALE

Location: South Park Mall

Jul 08, 2017, 10:00 AM – Jul 08, 2017, 2:00 PM

This is a fundraiser for the Spencer Area Activity Center.

Pinochle - 500 - Bridge Tournament

Location: Spencer Area Activity Center

Jul 08, 2017, 12:00 PM – Jul 08, 2017, 3:00 PM

The public is invited to the Spencer Area Activity Center
for a Bridge, 500 and Pinochle Tournament.

Lunch will be served at noon with cards to begin at 1pm.
This is a free will offering

Call 712-262-1782 to sign up.

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Jul 09, 2017, 5:30 PM – Jul 09, 2017, 9:00 PM

Hot laps begin at 5:30p with Racing to follow

All Classes Running:
IMCA Modifieds, Stock Cars, SportMods,
Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts.

Tickets are $12.00 -- Pit Passes are $25.00
Kids 12 and under are always FREE!!!

Dinner at SAAC

Location: Spencer Area Activity Center

Jul 11, 2017, 4:30 PM – Jul 11, 2017, 6:30 PM

Tonights menu includes:
Marinated Chicken, Pork Sandwiches, Potato Salad,
Pasta Salad, Baked Beans and Dessert.

This is a Free Will Offering.

Main Street Market

Location: Clay County Courthouse Lawn

Jul 13, 2017, 5:00 PM – Jul 13, 2017, 8:00 PM

SPACE (Spencer Alliance for a Creative Economy)
will host the Main Street Market.  For five Thursday
evenings this summer you can enjoy FREE music,
handmade crafts,and locally grown vegetables and
sweet treats on the Courthouse Lawn.  Plus,
there will be a vendor selling an affordable meal.

Tonights entertainment will be J. Jeffrey Messerole

Build Your Own Sushi

Location: Spencer Public Library

Jul 13, 2017, 6:00 PM – Jul 13, 2017, 7:00 PM

Join Sushi expert, Jay Oldenkamp and Library Director
Mandie Roberts as they show you how to make your own
Sushi.  Don't like raw fish?  What if we told you that you
can make Sushi with only veggies? Or cooked shrimp or
crab?  Learn techniques to impress your friends and
family with sushi rolls and try some non-raw Sushi.

Registration Required.  Please call 580-7290 to reserve
your spot.

The Chill -- Spencer Community Social

Location: The Bear at 24 West Park Street

Jul 14, 2017, 5:00 PM – Jul 14, 2017, 7:30 PM

The community is invited to "The Chill" at
the Bear hosted by Spencer U.S.A. Young
Professionals of the Spencer Chamber of
Commerce.  Tonights entertainment is
the "POLKA POLICE"
This event is FREE for all to attend
Tonights sponsor is:  Campbell Higgins & Mummert.

Sunday Breakfast

Location: Spencer Area Activity Center

Jul 16, 2017, 8:00 AM – Jul 16, 2017, 1:00 PM

The public is invited to breakfast at the Spencer
Area Activity Center.  The menu includes:
Ham, Eggs to order, Cheesy Hasbrown Casserole,
Muffins, Juice and Coffee.

This is a Free Will Offering.

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Jul 16, 2017, 5:30 PM – Jul 16, 2017, 9:00 PM

Hot Laps begin at 5:30pm with Racing to Follow.

All Classes are Running:
IMCA Modifieds, Stock Cars, SportMods,
Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts.

Tickets are $!2.00  -- Pit Passes are $25.00
Kids 12 and under are always FREE!!!

The Lunch Gig

Location: McCreary's Food Truck at East Leach Park

Jul 18, 2017, 12:00 PM – Jul 18, 2017, 1:00 PM

Join Spencer USA Yp for the Lunch Gig at East Leach Park.
Look for McCreary's Food Truck. Please RSVP by Friday,
July 14, 2017.  To RSVP Please go to:
https://lunchgig7-18-17.eventbrite.com

The Lunch Gig is a social event put on by Spencer USA YP
to provide young professionals a chance to get together,
socialize and meet others especially for those new to town.
The Lunch Gig is the third Tuesday of every month.

The Lunch Gig is sponsored by Williams & Co. PC
Certified Public Accountants.

Main Street Market

Location: Clay County Courthouse Lawn

Jul 20, 2017, 5:00 PM – Jul 20, 2017, 8:00 PM

SPACE (Spencer Alliance for a Creative Economy)
will host the Main Street Market.  For five Thursday
evenings this summer you can enjoy FREE music,
handmade crafts,and locally grown vegetables and
sweet treats on the Courthouse Lawn.  Plus,
there will be a vendor selling an affordable meal.

Tonights entertainment is Society of Broken Souls.

RAGBRAI 2017--KICK YOUR WHEELS UP

Location: Spencer

Jul 23, 2017, 9:00 AM – Jul 23, 2017, 11:00 PM

RAGBRAI (Registers Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa)
will be rolling into Spencer for their first overnight stay of
this weeklong trek across our great state.

KICK YOUR WHEELS UP and have some FUN! 

Opening acts are:
Dan Olsen from Sack of Lions will be on stage from
7:30pm to 8:15pm then taking over will be
Ryan Osbahr from Poney Creek on stage from
8:15pm to 9pm.

The Johnny Holm Band (sponsored by AARP)
 will be taking the stage at 9pm to perform for the
RAGBRAI group and all others who want to get in
on the fun and festivities. 

Keep updated by going to:  www.spencerragbrai.com

Municipal Band Concert

Location: Clay County Fair Grandstand

Jul 23, 2017, 5:00 PM – Jul 23, 2017, 6:00 PM

Everyone is invited to come out to hear the
Spencer Municipal Band perform for all the
RAGBRAI Riders.

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Jul 25, 2017, 5:30 PM – Jul 25, 2017, 9:00 PM

STOCK CAR SPECIAL

Hot Laps begin at 5:30pm with Racing to Follow
All classes running:
IMCA Modifieds, Stock Cars, SportMods,
Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts.

Tickets are $12.00 -- Pit Passes are $25.00
Kids 12 and under are always FREE!!!

C r A z Y D a Y z

Location: Downtown Spencer

Jul 27, 2017, 8:00 AM – Jul 29, 2017, 4:00 PM

Shop downtown Spencer Merchants as they take to the
sidewalks with their Crazy specials and prices.

Main Street Market

Location: Clay County Courthouse Lawn

Jul 27, 2017, 5:00 PM – Jul 27, 2017, 8:00 PM

SPACE (Spencer Alliance for a Creative Economy)
will host the Main Street Market.  For five Thursday
evenings this summer you can enjoy FREE music,
handmade crafts,and locally grown vegetables and
sweet treats on the Courthouse Lawn.  Plus,
there will be a vendor selling an affordable meal.

Tonights entertainment is Itty Bitty Boji Band.

Parker Museum Open

Location: Parker Museum located at 300 East 3rd Street

Jul 30, 2017, 12:00 PM – Jul 30, 2017, 4:00 PM

Clay County Heritage would like announce that the
Parker Museum will be open several Sundays this
summer. 

Admission is FREE thanks to admission sponsorship
from Spencer Hy-Vee.

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Jul 30, 2017, 5:30 PM – Jul 30, 2017, 9:00 PM

Hot Laps at 5:30pm with Racing to Follow

All Classes are running:
IMCA Modifieds, Stock Cars, SportMods,
Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts.

Tickets are $12.00 -- Pit Passes are $25.00
Kids 12 and under are always FREE!!!

Main Street Market

Location: Clay County Courthouse Lawn

Aug 03, 2017, 5:00 PM – Aug 03, 2017, 8:00 PM

SPACE (Spencer Alliance for a Creative Economy)
will host the Main Street Market.  For five Thursday
evenings this summer you can enjoy FREE music,
handmade crafts,and locally grown vegetables and
sweet treats on the Courthouse Lawn.  Plus,
there will be a vendor selling an affordable meal.

Tonights entertainment is Amber Norgaard

Women of Vision

Location: Oneota Park

Aug 04, 2017, 11:45 AM – Aug 04, 2017, 1:00 PM

Mark you calendars.  More details to follow.

Drug Prevention 5K Walk/Run

Location: West Leach Park

Aug 05, 2017, 8:00 AM – Aug 05, 2017, 12:00 PM

The Spencer Police Departments 4th Annual
5K Walk/Run is scheduled for August 5th
with registration beginning at 8am at the
West Leach Park Boat Ramp.

Registration forms are available at the Spencer
Police Department or by emailing:
kvanotterloo@spenceriowacity.com

All money raised from this event will help give
Spencer Kids the opportunity to live a DRUG FREE
lifestyle.

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Aug 07, 2017, 5:30 PM – Aug 07, 2017, 9:00 PM

HAWKEYE DIRT TOUR

Hot Laps begin at 5:30pm with Racing to Follow
All Classes are Running:
IMCA Modifieds, Stock Cars, SportMods,
Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts.

Tickets are $12.00 -- Pit Passes are $25.00
Kids 12 and under are always FREE!!!

Main Street Market

Location: Clay County Courthouse Lawn

Aug 10, 2017, 5:00 PM – Aug 10, 2017, 8:00 PM

SPACE (Spencer Alliance for a Creative Economy)
will host the Main Street Market.  For five Thursday
evenings this summer you can enjoy FREE music,
handmade crafts,and locally grown vegetables and
sweet treats on the Courthouse Lawn.  Plus,
there will be a vendor selling an affordable meal.

Tonights entertainment is Jack Ryan and Friends.

The Chill -- Spencer Community Social

Location: The Bear at 24 West Park Street

Aug 11, 2017, 5:00 PM – Aug 11, 2017, 7:30 PM

The community is invited to The Bear for
"The Chill" hosted by Spencer U.S.A.
Young Professionals of the Spencer Chamber
of Commerce.  Tonights entertainment is
Storm Rising.  Admission is FREE!
Tonights sponsors are:
Community Bank & Insurance
Spencer Mainstreet 30th Anniversary

Backyard Bach & Blues

Location: The Winterboers

Aug 12, 2017, 5:00 PM – Aug 12, 2017, 9:00 PM

Mark your calendars for this Arts on Grand Event!
Just announced, entertainment will be provided by
Jerry Henry at 6:300pm play Bach and at 7:00pm
Chad Elliott and his band will take over  for a great
night of music.  Tickets will be available soon at
Arts on Grand.  Price:  $40.00 for members and
$50.00 for non-members.  Meal and drinks are
included in the price.

Race Night at the Clay County Fair Speedway

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Aug 13, 2017, 5:30 PM – Aug 13, 2017, 9:00 PM

Spencer Main Street Ice Cream Social

Location: West 5th Street of Grand Avenue

Aug 24, 2017, 5:00 PM – Aug 24, 2017, 7:00 PM

What a great way to meet up with friends!  Stop down
to west 5th street and enjoy ice cream with a variety
of toppings, games and a fun evening put on by your
Spencer Main Street.

Parker Museum Open

Location: Parker Museum located at 300 East 3rd Street

Aug 27, 2017, 12:00 PM – Aug 27, 2017, 4:00 PM

Clay County Heritage would like announce that the
Parker Museum will be open several Sundays this
summer. 

Admission is FREE thanks to admission sponsorship
from Spencer Hy-Vee.

CLAY COUNTY FAIR PARADE

Location: Spencer

Sep 07, 2017, 5:00 PM – Sep 07, 2017, 8:00 PM

Clay County Fair Parade for the 
100 Year Anniversary Celebration

The Chill -- Spencer Community Social

Location: Northwest Bank Tent on the Clay County Fairgrounds

Sep 08, 2017, 5:00 PM – Sep 08, 2017, 7:30 PM

The community is invited to attend "The Chill"
hosted by Spencer U.S.A. Young Professionals
of the Spencer Chamber of Commerce. 
Tonights entertainment is "Matt's Family Jam"
a fair favorite.  Admission is FREE!!
Sponsored by:  Bolton & Menk and the
Spencer Chamber of Commerce.

CLAY COUNTY FAIR

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Sep 09, 2017, 7:00 AM – Sep 17, 2017, 8:00 PM

Celebrate the 100th Edition of the
Worlds Greatest County Fair!!!!

Details will be posted as they are 
received or go to:  
www.claycountyfair.com

Clay County Fair "Dirt Events"

Location: U.S. Celluar Grandstand

Sep 09, 2017, 12:00 PM – Sep 10, 2017, 4:00 PM

A long-standing Fair tradition--Chuckwagon Races--
will kick off the dirt events on Saturday, September 9 and
Sunday, September 10 at noon on both days.

Adult General Admission is $15.00
Child General Admission is $10.00 (age 12 & under)

Justin Moore at the U.S. Cellular Grandstand

Location: U.S. Celluar Grandstand

Sep 09, 2017, 7:30 PM – Sep 09, 2017, 10:00 PM

Justin Moore will be performing with special guests
Parmalee and Jordan Rager at the U.S. Cellular
Grandstand. 

Arkansas native Justin Moore spent 3 years putting
together is fourth studio album, "KINDA DON'T CARE",
which earned the singer his third consecutive No. 1
album debut. 

Tickets:
$43.00 for General Admission stage front standing
$38.00 for Grandstand reserved seating
$33.00 for General Admission bleacher seating

Tickets Availability:
Online:  www.midwestix.com
Phone:  515-244-2771
In Person:  Event Center Box Office

There will be additional fees applied to any of these purchase
methods.

Herman's Hermits at the U.S. Cellular Grandstand

Location: Clay Count Fair

Sep 10, 2017, 7:30 AM – Sep 10, 2017, 10:00 PM

Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone will be performing
tonight with guests, The Grass Roots and The Buckinghams.

Tickets are $30.00 for stage front standing, $25.00 for
reserved Grandstand seating and $20.00 for bleacher
seating. 

Tickets are available online at: 
www.claycountyfair.com
by phone at:  1-515-244-2771
or in person at the Clay County Regional Event Center Box
Office.

Frontmen of Country at the US Cellular Grandstand

Location: U.S. Celluar Grandstand

Sep 11, 2017, 7:30 PM – Sep 11, 2017, 10:00 PM

Performing tonight will be "The Frontmen of Country"
Larry Stewart of Restless Heart, Richie McDonald of
LoneStar and Tim Rushlow, formerly of Little Texas
will take the stage tonight.

This trio, who have over 30 #1 hits and more than
30million records sold, share the stories behind some
of their biggest hits, including- "I'll Still be Loving You"
"Meet in the Middle" "Beautiful Mess" "How Your Love
Makes me Feel" and "One More Day"

Tickets are $28.00 for General Admission stage front
seating, $28.00 for reserved Grandstand Seating, and
$28.00 for General Admission bleacher seating.

Tickets Available:
On Line:  midwestix.com
Phone:  515-244-2771
In Person:  Events Center Box Office

For King & Country at the Clay County Fair

Location: U.S. Celluar Grandstand

Sep 12, 2017, 7:30 PM – Sep 12, 2017, 10:00 PM

Joining For King & Country on the U.S. Cellular Grandstand
Stage will be the Sidewalk Prophets and Jordan Feliz.

Tickets:
$35.00 for general admission-stage front standing
$30.00 reserved Grandstand seating
$25.00 for general admission-bleacher seating

Available for purchase:
online at:  midwestix.com
phone:  515-244-2771
in person:  Event Center Box Office

Old Dominion at the US Cellular Grandstand

Location: Clay County Fairgrounds

Sep 16, 2017, 7:30 PM – Sep 16, 2017, 10:00 PM

Old Dominion has emerged as one of the hottest
breaking bands in country music.  In 2016 the band
was named ACM New Group of the Year,
ACCA Breakthrough Group of the Year,
AIMP Songwriter Artist of the Year and Music Row
Breakthrough Artist of the year.

Ticket prices:
$38.00 for General Admission
$33.00 for Reserved Grandstand Seating
$28.00 for General Admission Bleacher Seating

Tickets will be available  online at:
midwestix.com or by phone at
1-515-244-2771 or at the Event Center Box Office.

The Chill -- Spencer Community Social

Location: The Bear at 24 West Park Street

Oct 06, 2017, 5:00 PM – Oct 06, 2017, 7:30 PM

The community is invited to "The Chill" hosted by
Spencer U.S.A. Young Professionals of the Spencer
Chamber of Commerce.   Tonights entertainment is
Wright Co. Rambler.  Admission is FREE!!
Sponsored by:  Farmers Bank

Spencer Main Street Wine Stroll

Location: TBA

Oct 19, 2017, 5:00 PM – Oct 19, 2017, 7:00 PM

More details to follow.

Spencer Main Street Gingerbread Kingdom

Location: The Old Spencer Middle School

Dec 03, 2017, 1:00 PM – Dec 03, 2017, 5:00 PM

More details to follow.

Spencer Main Street Grand Meander & Tuba Christmas

Location: Downtown Spencer

Dec 04, 2017, 5:00 PM – Dec 04, 2017, 8:00 PM

More details coming soon!

Journey to Bethlehem

Location: Grace United Methodist Church

Dec 09, 2017, 3:00 PM – Dec 10, 2017, 7:00 PM

Times to be determined and will be posted as they
are received.