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Sioux City Public Museum to host North High Madrigal Singers

2025 - 2026 HOLIDAY HOURS AT THE IBP ICE CENTER

http://www.siouxcityparksandrec.com   The Ibp Ice Center, located at 3808 Stadium Drive, will offer special Stick and Puck and Open Skate hours during the Holiday Season.Stick and Puck Holiday Schedule   December 22 and 23 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. December 24 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. December 25 CLOSED December 26 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. December 27 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. December 28 12:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. December 29 9:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. December 30 9:15 a.m. to 11:15

CONE PARK OPENING DAY ANNOUNCED

   CONE PARK OPENING DAY ANNOUNCED   The Sioux City Parks & Recreation Department wishes to announce the official opening date for the Cone Park tubing hill and ice-skating rink is Friday, December 19, 2025. All tickets and birthday party packages are now available for purchase.How to Purchase a Ticket There are three ways to buy your ticket – payment is required at the time of purchase: 1. Go to www.coneparksiouxcity.com and purchase online. We strongly encourage this method. 2. Call the Parks &

Sioux City Public Museum opens Toys & Quilts

     Sioux City Public Museum opens Toys & Quilts   The Sioux City Public Museum announces the opening of its newest exhibition, Toys & Quilts, an inviting exploration of the warm, handcrafted traditions that have shaped childhood and community for generations—just in time for the holiday season. Visitors are invited to discover a charming selection of classic toys from the Museum’s collection, including a circa-1900 cast-iron floor train, a 1909 Milton Bradley cardboard toy village, and a miniature

Stretch Every Dollar: Building a Cost-Effective Marketing Plan for Siouxland Businesses

Running a business in Siouxland means balancing ambition with practicality. You want growth but every marketing dollar needs to work twice as hard. The secret isn’t spending more; it’s spending smarter.TL;DR Focus your marketing on clarity, consistency, and community. Know exactly who you’re talking to.   Use low-cost digital tools that automate and amplify your message.   Build trust through local partnerships and consistent storytelling.   Always track ROI — and adjust fast when something

Wine About Winter

Wine About Winter – YMCA Healthy Living Fundraiser Join us for Wine About Winter on February 6, 2026, from 6–8 PM at the Marriott Event Center. This special evening supports the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA’s Healthy Living programs, helping individuals and families across Siouxland build stronger, healthier lives. Enjoy a warm winter night featuring wine tasting, light refreshments, music, and community connection. Your attendance directly supports programs that improve well-being, encourage active lifestyles,

Mural Ribbon Cutting Event

Museum presents lunchtime history program

Museum presents lunchtime history program Thanksgiving is one of our nation's favorite holidays, but most people do not know the true story of how it began, developed, changed, and why. Morningside University emeritus professor Dr. Bruce Forbes has dedicated much of his career studying the history of holidays and will offer stories, historical evidence, and images in this History at High Noon: The Real History of Thanksgiving, presented Thursday, November 20 beginning at 12:05 at the Sioux City Public

Sioux City Public Museum opens Walking in Antarctica

Sioux City Public Museum opens Walking in Antarctica (Sioux City) - In 2015, artist Helen Glazer traveled to Antarctica as a grantee of the National Science Foundation’s Antarctic Artists and Writers Program, in order to photograph ice and geological formations for eventual production as photographic prints and sculpture. She worked out of remote Antarctic scientific field camps and had access to protected areas that can only be entered with government permits or in the company of a skilled

New Year’s Eve Bash at the Sioux City Art Center

New Year’s Eve Bash at the Sioux City Art Center Shooting Stars and Champagne Bars on New Year’s Eve! SIOUX CITY – The Sioux City Art Center is excited to announce its very first New Year’s Eve Bash! This event will take place in the atrium of the main Art Center building on Wednesday, December 31, from 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Shooting Stars and Champagne Bars is presented by Charese Yanney. This all-access event will welcome guests for an unforgettable night of joy, glitz, and friendship. Tickets are $75 per

Letters to Santa Mailbox is Coming Downtown

Letters to Santa Mailbox is Coming Downtown Sioux City, Iowa (October 24, 2025) - Downtown Partners Sioux City is excited to announce a new holiday tradition, Letters to Santa. Beginning Friday, November 1, children across Siouxland are invited to drop off their letters to Santa in a special red mailbox located inside the Art SUX Gallery at 515 4th Street in Downtown Sioux City. The custom-built mailbox is the result of a unique local collaboration. Students from the Sioux City Career Academy’s Welding

Vote for Your Favorite Holiday Storefront in Downtown

Vote for Your Favorite Holiday Storefront in Downtown SIOUX CITY, IOWA (October 24, 2025) - Downtown Partners is excited to announce the return of the Downtown Storefront Decorating Competition, bringing festive cheer and creative displays to Downtown Sioux City from November 24 through December 22, 2025. Businesses and nonprofits throughout downtown will transform their windows into holiday works of art, helping to make the season bright for shoppers and visitors alike. If you are a Siouxland nonprofit

Collaboration Strategies Every Small Business Owner Should Know

Launching or growing a small business often involves finding the right partners — whether co-marketing with a local shop, teaming up on events, or entering into more formal joint ventures. The success of these collaborations depends less on enthusiasm alone and more on structure, clarity, and shared commitment.    Why Clear Agreements Matter Early On When partners start working together, enthusiasm can sometimes mask the importance of setting boundaries. A well-drafted contract clarifies roles,

Crafting Visual Marketing That Truly Clicks With Gen Z and Millennials

Social media has become a saturated sea of content, with users—especially younger ones—scrolling through feeds at dizzying speeds. To stand out, brands must now speak a visual language that resonates instantly. This isn't just about slapping on a pretty filter or using bold colors. It's about capturing attention, emotion, and identity in a single glance. Younger audiences have grown up on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat, where image and video reign supreme. They expect visuals to tell the

Hypnotist in South Sioux

Hypnotize your holiday with this delightfully risqué show that will have you screaming with laughter. ONE NIGHT ONLY! Get your ticket now before they sell out! https://west21stcenter.com/center-stage-events

Leveraging Mobile Applications to Drive Success and Efficiency in Your Business

In today's fast-paced business environment, your time is as valuable as money, and mobile applications become your powerful ally. These digital tools revolutionize how you manage operations, from enhancing communication to optimizing inventory and simplifying the invoicing process. By integrating mobile apps into your daily business practices, you significantly boost productivity and efficiency. Their use is crucial in securing a competitive edge in the marketplace. Keep reading to learn more.Use PDF

How to Turn Your Zero Startup Capital into a Successful Business Venture

It might be thrilling to launch a business, but when you have little to no beginning money, it can be a nightmare. However, with the appropriate approach and mentality, establishing a business with no money is feasible. In this article, we share some effective ways to start your business when you’re working with a tight budget.   Team up with others   One great way to start a business with no capital is to collaborate with partners who are willing to invest their time and resources in your