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Stories from the History Room: Noah’s Ark
In the early 1920’s a floating palace with daz-
zling lights, glazed floors, swaying dancers, soft
music, and gondolas and a ferry that would carry
customers to the dance hall, promised fame and for-
tune for Clear Lake. Noah’s Ark was 100 x 60 feet
and was to be anchored in the middle of the lake. It
sat near City Beach on dry land while it was being
built. The ark was used for various activities await- on their investment. Billy Schober and his partner
ing its launch.
Robert Garfield was a smooth talking athletic
instructor who promised 100 percent dividends on
the investors’ money. He was ready to launch the
dance hall when the investors and creditors became
suspicious and began to draw in on Garfield.
They tried to find someone to go ahead with
Garfield’s vision but everyone found it impractical.
It was finally decided to sell the dance hall at the
sheriff’s auction. It was purchased by C.E. Geist
and moved to his farm south of Clear Lake to be
used as a farm building. Investors lost over $60,000
Special delivery to Tiki Bar
Tree Town Festival, held in Forest City, has loaned the Tiki Bar at PM Park,
Clear Lake, their two Easter Island Tiki Heads. Looking on as one of the 14-
foot tall heads is delivered to the South Shore entertainment spot is owner Cris cruise aboard the Lady of the Lake
Brager (center). PM Park has been rated one of the Top Ten Scenic Restaurants
in Iowa by Travel Iowa.-Submitted photo.
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Clear Lake Parks &
Meeting is Aug. 22 at 1:30 p.m. at the Clear Lake Recreation Update
Library Meeting Room. Alan Peterson will be talk-
ing about his life and his ancestors’ involvement in Review this section of the paper for updated information
the history of Clear Lake. He has many interesting regarding P&R programs, program deadlines and events.
stories to tell. A business meeting and election of
officers will follow the presentation. Refreshments by Steven Story, Clear Lake Parks & Recreation Assistant Director
will be served for your enjoyment.
If you enjoyed this story, consider getting in- •Yoga on the Lake: Come and potential that participants can/will
Ed Siler both lost over $1,000 on Noah’s Ark. volved and learning about Clear Lake’s varied and enjoy the sunrise on Clear Lake by get wet, so please be prepared. Class
The Clear Lake Historical Society is looking colorful past. Membership dues are: $15, Bow- beginning your day with a yoga class size is limited, so sign up early.
for a fun and catchy name for its column and other man, Students and Seniors; $25, 1st Mate; $60, from one of our many certified in- Ages: Anyone 11-15 years old
social media publications. Please send us your ideas Crew-Family Members; $100, Pilot; $250, Cap- structors that will be leading the Place: Will contact participants
for a name. We will be giving away one of John tain; $1000, Navigator. Memberships are for the class. Wear comfortable clothing, and before program begins
Larsen’s stained glass etchings to the winner. Please calendar year. Members and volunteers are greatly bring your own mat. Held outdoors Dates: Thursdays- Aug 6, 13, 20
forward by Aug. 22 to CLHS, PO Box 252, Clear appreciated. south of the Main St. Boat Ramp or Times: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Lake, Iowa 50428, or email clearlakehistory@gmail. Stop in and visit the display at Dana’s Decorat- at the Sea Wall depending on week- Limit: 10 participants
com. ing, 309 Main Avenue or the History Room at the end events and instructor preference, Cost: $23 per fisherman
The Clear Lake Historical Society’s Annual Clear Lake Public Library. Items for sale include a these classes offer a unique atmo- Registration Deadline: July 30
1943 map of Clear Lake and Clear Lake: The Earli- sphere to relax and invigorate at the
est Images by Paul Juhl. same time. In addition, participants •Water Power Class: Get mo-
can enjoy the stunning view. All par- tivated and ready to work out to the
Tickets go on sale today for ticipants will have to sign a waiver music! Class uses jog belts for the
and anyone under 18 will need to deep end work out. Basic swimming
Iowa Storytelling Festival’s have it signed by a legal guardian. skills are necessary. Limited to 19
Date: Saturdays thru Aug. 1. participants so register early.
Ghost Boat ride July 24 Time: 7 – 8 a.m. Session 2: July 13 – Aug 13
Place: Clear Lake Sea Wall area Mon., Wed., Thurs., 5:30 -
Once again, Clear Lake is the place tured performers at the 2015 Iowa Fee: $1 per session paid directly 6:15 p.m
to be for the Iowa Storytelling Festi- Storytelling Festival on both days: to the instructor Registration deadline: July 6
val, Friday and Saturday, July 24-25. Janice Del Negro, of Brookfield, Ill.; Registration: Registration will Instructor: Stephanie Kappos
Tickets for the famous “Ghost Boat” Jeff Doyle of Brighton, Mich.; and only be available on site. Fee: Aquatic Center Members
Maureen Korte, of Des Moines. $23; Non-Members $45. Minimum
paddlewheel boat go on sale today On Saturday, July 25, in the Story Advanced Fishing Techniques: of 12 preregistered are required to
(July 1). Tent in City Park there will be two hold each session
On Friday, July 24, at 9 p.m. performances by the featured story- This class will be available to all youth
the Festival’s featured performers will tellers: “Stories for Kids of All Ages” that are 11-15 years of age and will •Co-Ed Kickball League:
share eerie stories on the “Ghost Boat” at 10:30 a.m. and “Teller’s Choice” at cover a variety of fishing techniques. League is played on Tuesday evenings
aboard the Lady of the Lake paddle- 2 p.m. All Saturday storytelling ac- Classes will meet at three different beginning Aug. 4, at 6 p.m. on the
wheel boat. This event is intended tivities are free. Other visiting story- sites around Clear Lake. Techniques Clear Lake Youth Athletic League
for ages 10-years through adult, and tellers will also be performing at the covered include: fishing from docks, Baseball/Softball Complex. This
children under age 17 must be accom- “Story Exchange” at noon. The rain fishing using waders, as well as jigging league is a great opportunity to just
panied by an adult. location is the Lakeview Room. and trolling from boats at “hot spots” have fun due to its laid back atmo-
Tickets for the “Ghost Boat” The Iowa Storytelling Festival on Clear Lake! Fishermen should sphere. New teams are welcome and
are $15. Advance purchase is recom- is funded by the Clear Lake Library have a basic knowledge of fishing, encouraged to register! All 2014 team
mended. Tickets are non-refundable. Foundation with assistance from the know how to use their fishing poles, captains will be sent league registra-
In case of threatening weather the Friends of the Library. For more in- bait their own hooks and be able to tion packets. Registration packets are
ghost stories will be presented at the formation on the Iowa Storytelling cast their lines. Everyone must have available at the Parks and Recreation
Lakeview Room behind Clear Lake Festival or to sign up for the story their own transportation to and from office, City Hall, or online at www.
City Park’s band shell. exchange, contact the library at 357- the sites and bring their own fishing cityofclearlake.com.
Three storytellers will be the fea- 6133 or [email protected]. gear along with your life jackets (live Fee: $40 per team
bait will be provided). There is a good Registration deadline: July 28
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