DES MOINES, IOWA (April 1, 2024) –April donors bring May lives saved! This month,  roll up your sleeves and save lives with LifeServe Blood Center. LifeServe Blood Center  is calling all community members to participate in blood donation drives throughout the  month of April, in your neighborhood. Each donation bolsters the blood supply for local  hospitals, and LifeServe aims to emphasize the crucial role that each donor plays in  supporting healthcare services within their own communities.  

The Clear Lake Earth Day Committee and Healthy Harvest of North Iowa have partnered to launch the North Iowa Green Expo and Market from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, April 18 at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake.

Ready to lace up those running shoes and make every step count for our planet? Don't miss out on the Earth Day 5k/10k Race & Youth Mile happening on Saturday, April 20th! Set your alarms because the youth race kicks off at 8:30 am sharp, followed by the 5k/10k at 9 am! Whether you're sprinting ahead or taking a leisurely jog, or a casual walk, there's something for everyone to enjoy while celebrating Mother Earth.

IndoorFest is a family-friendly event held on April 20 in City Park as part of Clear Lake Earth Day celebrations. This event offers a variety of fun activities and educational opportunities aimed at promoting outdoor recreation and environmental stewardship.

Lila Neves – Prevention Specialist with Prairie Ridge Integrated Behavioral Health will be speaking at the Mason City Public Library on Saturday April 20th at 2:00 PM.

Wolfdog Comedy presents The North Iowa Comedy Fest 3 at Music Man Square April 20th 2024. Show is to include many local comedians. And National Headliner Tommy Ryman. Doors open at 7:30 with show to start at 8:00.

Sunday, April 21st, is our Annual Stepping Out For Autism Walk from 1:00- 3:00pm at the Hormel Historic Home. This event is our biggest fundraiser of the year. All of the proceeds go to support our year-round autism programming at the Hormel Historic Home. Come be a Super Hero for someone with ASD! Join us in your Super Hero costume for entertainment, music, raffle prizes, and a light lunch (costumes are optional but encouraged).

The NIACC Performing Arts & Leadership Series proudly present Brian Regan Live! at the North Iowa Community Auditorium on the NIACC campus at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 21st at 7pm. This presentation is part of the 2023-2024 Performing Arts and Leadership Series.