Visit Sioux City - Winter 2015

WINTER 2015

SHRINE CIRCUS Young and old alike enjoy yearly show

ART LOVERS Sioux City Art Center celebrates milestone

RESTAURANT ROULETTE New dining options satisfy every appetite

INSIDE: AREA EVENTS, ATTRACTIONS, DINING, ENTERTAINMENT, SHOPPING AND MORE!

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LETTER FROM THE MAYOR

Uncover hidden gems in Sioux City Dear Friends: On behalf of our residents and City Council, welcome to Sioux City! We are honored to be your hosts and hope you will enjoy your stay.

The Sioux City region has a long history of welcoming visitors, beginning over 200 years ago in 1804 with the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Over the years, our City has seen great change and continues to see positive growth.

Sioux City is the regional hub for business, culture, and entertainment. We have twice been named an All American City by the National Civic League and are ranked one of the top sports destinations by Sports Destination Magazine. Forbes Magazine ranks us in the top 30 for Best Places for Business and Careers and the metro is #1 for Economic Development by Site Selection magazine.

Our outstanding quality of life and top notch economic incentives make Sioux City a perfect place to grow your family and business.

There are lots of great things to do and see in Sioux City and this winter is no exception. Take in Sioux City Musketeers Hockey or Bandit Football at the Tyson

• Conventions • Weddings • Receptions/ Dances

• Prenuptials • Bridal Showers • Holiday Parties • Family Reunions • Class Reunions

Events Center, ice skating at the IBP Ice Center, or enjoy one of our fantastic shows at the Orpheum Theatre including Dancing Pros, Stomp, Broadway at the Orpheum, Rockestra, or one of our other concerts or shows at the beautiful Orpheum Theater or Tyson Events Center.

I hope you have a chance to see some of our unique and beautiful architecture downtown; visit our beautiful riverfront, shops, museums, and talk with some of the nicest people in the world. Once you explore Sioux City and uncover some of our many hidden gems, I’m confident you’ll fall in love with it the same way that I have.

Sincerely,

Bob Scott Mayor City of Sioux City, Iowa

LeMars Convention Center & Willow Creek Golf Course

Le Mars Convention Center: Willow ill Creek k Golf lf Course: Seats 250 Upper Level seats 500 • Lower Level seats 500 (3 divisions) Rental includes: Full Bar Service, tables and chairs Board Room seats 75 Onsite Extras/Available for rent: Rental includes: Full Bar Service, WiFi, tables and Projector, Screen, Dance Floor chairs Address: Willow Creek Golf Course Banquet Hall Extras On-Site/Available for rent: Pub Tables, Projector, 935 Park Lane Screen and PA System/Microphone Address: Le Mars Convention Center 275 12st St SE Contact: Le Mars Convention & Visitors Bureau Jessica Brownmiller (712) 548-4971 • jbrownmiller@lemarsiowa.com • www.lemarsiowa.com Venue Tours & Rental Information official 2015 visitors guide

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Antiques & Flea Markets Shop Siouxland for the Best Buys! ***www.secondhandfinds.com***

Antiques, Uniques and a little of everything!

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

712-233-2345

4400 S. York St., Sioux City, IA 51106 I-29 Exit 143 @ Singing Hills Blvd • 1/2 Block South of Sam’s Club

SECOND CHANCE FLEA MARKET Furniture • Antiques Collectables And Much More Fur Vender Space Available

Open Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm

506 Nebraska St. Sioux City, IA 712-224-2088

One block North of the Sioux City Museum

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Jill’s Custom Refinishing

712-255-0455

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TTues.-sun. 10-5 • Closed Monday

Old Grocery Store Antiques 233 Cedar St., Lawton, IA

(712) 944-5319

1-5pm Tues.-Fri., most Saturdays, call. Tues. & Thurs. Evening 7-9pm.

818 5th St. • Sioux City, IA • 712.212.5486 www.ourcheckeredpasts.com

J & J COINS WE BUY AND SELL

419 Nebraska St. • Downtown Sioux City Just 2 1/2 Short Blocks east of the Hard Rock!

712-224-COIN (2646)

2452 Transit Ave., Sioux City, IA

Rod McFarland

(712) 560-7382 • (712) 301-6182

Hours: Monday-Saturday 10-6 • Auctions every Sunday

Coins • Currency • Bullion Antiques • Postcards • Estates

901 S. Cecelia St., Sioux City •712-274-9195 800-397-9053 • www.coindealeronline.com

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Always buying/selling: Vintage/Classic Video Games, Action Figures, Vinyl Records, Cassettes, Books, Magazines, Stereo Equipment & Many Other Collectible Items. Watch batteries and small watch repairs available as well as video game, turntable and small electronic repairs are done.

1420 Villa Ave., Sioux City, IA 51103 • Hours: Mon-Sat 10:30am until 4:00pm dewolfs.net for more information

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Antiques on Historic Fourth

For Antiques, Collectibles & Unique Items

406 S. Lewis Blvd., Old Hwy. 75 Sergeant Bluff, IA 712-943-1222 • Open Tues.-Fri. 9:30-4 • Sat. 9:30-5

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Siouxland’s Newest Antique Mall 1016 4th St. • Sioux City, IA 712-258-3530 Mon.-Sat. 10am-6pm • Sun. 12-4pm

Randy Peters Proprietor

Photos courtesy of the Sioux City Journal, Sioux City Public Museum, Sioux City Art Center and Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center.

CONTENTS Steam rises from the Missouri River in Sioux City.

ELCOME INSIDE 3 Letter from the mayor 6 Attractions 12 Sioux City Art Center 15 Events calendar 22 History 24 Area map 26 Abu Bekr Shrine Circus 28 Broadway at the Orpheum

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Shopping Nightlife & entertainment Dining New restaurants Sports & recreation Parks Lodging

We hope you will enjoy our vibrant community. The Sioux City area has much to offer and experience with a diverse selection of shops, restaurants, entertainment and more. Be our guest, stay a day or two and let us show you our hometown hospitality!

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ATTRACTIONS Sioux City serves as the regional hub for business, employment, industry, retail trade, medical care, educational opportunities and tourism in Northwest Iowa, Southeast South Dakota and Northeast Nebraska. More than 140,000 people live in the tri-state metropolitan area.

Take a step back in time and explore our rich history with the Lewis and Clark Expedition and see the history of the Missouri River through rare photographs and artifacts. Don’t forget your camera as you tour the beautifully restored Orpheum Theatre and get fabulous photos of the region from the Sgt. Floyd Monument or Chief War Eagle Monument. Come away to a quiet place.

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Aalfs Courtyard Fourth & Virginia streets Sioux City A green space courtyard where a beautiful mural, created by a team of local artists, depicts buildings that no longer exist in Downtown Sioux City and life in the 1800s.

Anderson Dance Pavilion On the Riverfront Larsen Park Road, Sioux City 712-279-6126 Located along the Missouri River, the Pavilion is host to many summer special events, parades, walks, and picturesque weddings. A scenic

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People walk past memorabilia on display at Hard Rock Casino and Hotel.

walkway leads to a well-manicured lawn with spectacular annual plantings and a state-of-the-art, full access children’s play area.

Sioux City Art Center Arts Alive Mural Thirrd & Nebraska streets, Sioux City Located on the south side of the Terra Centre, this beautiful mural welcomes visitors into Downtown and is a wonderful example of community pride, bringing art to the public, and a positive project for the city’s young art students.

Bruguier’s Cabin 1201 Riverside Blvd., Sioux City In 1933, an abandoned house was about to be demolished so that the

lumber could be used for a boys camp. As workers removed the siding from the house, they discovered that the house was originally a log cabin. After doing research, it was determined that the house was one of the log cabins of the Theophile Bruguier farm. The cabin was given to the City of Sioux City as an historic structure and is considered to be the oldest structure in Sioux City.

Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center 4500 Sioux River Road, Sioux City 712-258-0838 www.woodburyparks.com Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Closed Mondays.

Admission: Free This award-winning facility

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino 111 Third Street 712-226-7600 hardrockcasinosiouxcity.com The 30,000-square-foot Hard Rock Sioux City casino features games, slots, luxury hotel, theater, several restaurants and rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia.

Historic Fourth Street District 1000-1100 Fourth St., Sioux City Historic Fourth Street contains the best concentration of late 19th century commercial buildings in Sioux City.

Nestled in the heart of Downtown, Historic Fourth Street offers ďŹ ne dining, exceptional nightlife and unique shopping in an atmosphere unsurpassed in the area.

Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center/Betty Strong Encounter Center 900 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City 712-224-5242 www.siouxcitylcic.com

showcases the Loess Hills and provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, education and stewardship. All new exhibits feature an interactive badger tunnel, prairie diorama, rare birds’ egg collection and extinct passenger pigeon.

Hikes, special events and programs for all ages are held year round. The facility is handicap accessible. Three miles of hiking trails, including a quartermile handicap-accessible trail, offer spectacular views and connect with other trails in Stone State Park.

Flight 232 Memorial On the Riverfront, Sioux City Commemorating the heroic rescue efforts by the Siouxland community after the crash of United Flight 232 in 1989, the statue depicts Air National Guard Col. Dennis Nielsen carrying a young child to safety.

The Betty Strong Encounter Center opened in December 2007 as an expansion of the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center to create a private, non-proďŹ t cultural complex on Sioux City’s Missouri Riverfront. The Lewis & Clark Center commemorates the explorers’ time in this area with a range of permanent hands-on exhibits, the Garden of Discovery, a 30-by-50-foot U.S. Flag and 14-foot bronze outdoor sculpture of Lewis, Clark and Seaman the Newfoundland dog. The adjoining Betty Strong Encounter Center seeks to encounter deeper meanings of the expedition and its transforming impact on the people, land and rivers of this area, using changing exhibits, movies and a year-round calendar of programs and activities for all ages. The cultural complex was built and is sustained by Missouri River Historical Development, Inc. (MRHD).

individuals as well as organized associations. The Center has courts for open gym, soccer, basketball, volleyball, in-line hockey, dodge ball, wrestling, batting cage and special events. The centerpiece of the facility is the world-class 53-foot climbing wall and free-standing boulder to practice your rock-climbing techniques. There are conference rooms for meetings, parties and other small events.

Mid America Museum of Aviation & Transportation 2600 Expedition Court, north of Sioux Gateway Airport, Sioux City 712-252-5300 midamericaairmuseum.org Variety of aircraft and transportation vehicles including vintage bicycles, cars, ďŹ re truck and police cars, military vehicles and displays to a Boeing 727200. Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Tuesdays. Open holidays except for New Year’s, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Closed Wednesday.

The Milwaukee Railroad Shops Historic District Loess Hills National Scenic Byway IA Hwy. 12, 3400 Sioux River Road, Sioux City 712-274-8733 (ext. 1284) Lynasia Wooten makes her way up the climbing wall in the Long Lines Family Rec Center.

Long Lines Family Rec Center 401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City t XXX TJPVY DJUZ PSH The Long Lines Family Rec Center provides recreational facilities for

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ATTRACTIONS www.milwaukeerailroadshops.org Hours are Saturdays 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

I-29, Exit 151 - 2 miles south of the Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center.

The Milwaukee Railroad Shops Historic District features a 31.5-acre historic district with walking tours, roundhouse building tours, steam locomotive cab tours (4-6-2 Pacific Style Locomotive), Locomotive whistle demonstrations, motor car rides and the Caboose Gift Shop.

Orpheum Theatre 528 Pierce St., Sioux City www.orpheumlive.com Ticket Info: 800-745-3000 Symphony Info: 712-277-2111 The Orpheum is a magnificently restored 1927 theater in the heart of Sioux City’s downtown cultural district and is the home to the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra, the Broadway at the Orpheum series, and an exciting array of live entertainment events. The historic theater, its elegant lobby and stylish bar also offer stunning settings for your meetings, parties, wedding receptions and other events. No matter the size of your group, the Orpheum’s exquisite surroundings, combined with friendly, professional service and exceptional cuisine, will make your event unique and memorable.

Public Safety Memorial at City Hall Sixth & Douglas streets, Sioux City This memorial pays tribute to all of the fallen firefighters and law enforcement officers who helped keep the Siouxland community a safe place to live.

Roth Fountain on the Promenade Fourth & Virginia streets, Sioux City The fountain in its entirety mirrors, in its tripartite facade, the historical 1915 Exchange Building formerly located in The Yards area. The fountain’s four over-flow basins and the hexagon shape of the outer pool

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A display representing pioneer Theophile Bruguier’s cabin can be found at the Sioux City Public Museum.

are taken from elements found in the Woodbury County Courthouse.

Sculpt Siouxland Fourth St. from Pearl to Virginia, Sioux City www.SculptSiouxland.org Sculpt Siouxland is a year-long exhibit displaying sculptures from local and national artists. This exhibit is free to the public and displayed along Fourth Street in Downtown.

Sergeant Floyd Monument Hwy. 75 near Glenn Avenue, Sioux City Admission: Free Hours: Year Round Honoring Sergeant Charles Floyd, the only casualty of the 1804 Lewis and Clark Expedition is this stone obelisk. Overlooking the Missouri River, this 100-foot tall memorial was the first historic landmark registered by the U.S. Government.

Sgt. Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center 1000 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City 712-279-0198 www.siouxcitymuseum.org Admission: Free

Hours: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 7 days per week. Closed New Year’s, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas days.

Tours may be arranged after hours.

Board the Sergeant Floyd, and begin a journey into the region’s maritime history. Built in 1932 as an inspection boat by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Sergeant Floyd River Museum & Welcome Center chronicles the Missouri River’s development as a major shipping route and the key to Sioux City’s success in the early years of its founding. Discover exhibits about the Lewis & Clark Expedition, the fur trade, Sioux City’s evolution as a transportation hub and those river craft which still ply the waters of the Missouri River. The three-deck vessel displays a forensic likeness of Sgt. Charles Floyd, a restored Engineer’s quarters, Radio Room, and Officers’ Rest room. The Museum includes Native American artifacts, an authentic dug-out canoe, fur-trapping supplies and model steamboats. The Galley Gift shop offers Sioux City, Lewis & Clark, and souvenirs from the three-state area.

Sioux City Art Center 225 Nebraska St., Sioux City 712-279-6272 www.siouxcityartcenter.org Admission: Free (contributions appreciated) Hours: Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 1- 4 p.m.; Mon. Closed.

The Sioux City Art Center with its contemporary architecture welcomes visitors with its elegant three-story glass atrium accented with a floor featuring a geometric maze fashioned from terrazzo tile. Two of its five galleries are dedicated to featuring selections from its permanent collection of more than 900 works including a Grant Wood mural.

Throughout the year, other gallery space showcases touring exhibits of works by artists with international, national and regional reputations. The children’s Junior League Hands-On! Gallery offers a fun atmosphere for children to explore basic elements of art through interactive stations.

interactives, stockyards history and wide range of exciting exhibits and traveling shows

Sioux City Transit System Operational times: Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Trinity Heights 2509 33rd St., Sioux City 712-239-8670 www.trinityheights.com Admission: Free (Donations Accepted) (Open seven days per week) Hours: Oct. 1-April 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., May 1-Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Jackson Pollock MURAL

Sioux City Convention Center 801 Fourth St., Sioux City 712-279-4800 800-593-2228 www.visitsiouxcity.org Admission: See individual event Hours: Business Office: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The Convention Center hosts trade shows, conventions, meetings and special events. Center Plate, the exclusive in-house caterer, is rated as the best in the business. As the Tourism Bureau for the area, the Convention Center can assist with programs, maps, hotel recommendations, and much more.

Sioux City Public Museum 607 Fourth St., Sioux City 712-279-6174 www.siouxcitymuseum.org Admission: Free Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Jackson Pollock (American, 1912 – 1956), Mural, 1943, oil and casein on canvas, 95.625 x 237.75 inches, Gift of Peggy Guggenheim, 1959.6 University of Iowa Museum of Art. Reproduced with the permission of The University of Iowa.

On View until April 1, 2015 Jackson Pollock’s Mural, considered to be the most important modern American artwork ever made.

FREE The Junior League Hands On! Gallery is the cure for cabin fever!

Bring your kids to the Art Center to explore this interactive gallery, where everything is made to be touched!

The museum features permanent exhibits showcasing Sioux City and Siouxland history including Native American history, rare artifacts, stimulating 225 Nebraska Street • Sioux City, IA 51101 • 712-279-6272 • www.siouxcityartcenter.org

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ATTRACTIONS The 33-foot statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the 30-foot statue of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Queen of Peace are the focal points.

In the St. Joseph’s Center/Museum you will ďŹ nd Jerry Trauer’s life-size wood carving of the Last Supper, one of only three in the world, and the Divine Mercy Chapel. On the grounds is a Circle of Life Memorial to the Unborn. The eight acres of beautiful gardens, small shrines and a simulated mountain stream and pond allow the visitors many opportunities to “Come away to a quiet place by yourself and rest a littleâ€? Mark 6:31.

Tyson Events Center/ Gateway Arena 401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City 800-745-3000 www.tysoncenter.com Admission: See individual event Hours: See individual event The Tyson Events Center/Gateway Arena features a 10,000-seat arena, and offers an extremely exible venue for a wide variety of entertainment and sporting events. The facility includes a full-size ice hockey rink, and is home to the Sioux City Musketeers Hockey Team and Sioux City Bandits Indoor Football Team.

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War Eagle Monument Take I-29, Exit 151 and follow War Eagle Drive, Sioux City Admission: Free Hours: Year ’round Wambdi Okicize, known as “War Eagle� served as a riverboat guide or pilot on the upper Mississippi; he worked for the American Fur Company delivering messages, and during the war of 1812 he carried messages for the government. The monument was erected in tribute to “War Eagle.� Due to his leadership among the tribes, the Indians and Whites learned to work together without having to resort to violence.

The bluff provides a spectacular view of the tri-state area.

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Admission: Free Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

National Historic Landmark.

The courthouse, completed in 1917, is an example of prairie style architecture. The building features sculptures, intricate terra-cotta moldings, sculptured light ďŹ xtures, and a beautiful stained glass dome.

The Woodbury County courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, and was designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1996. It is the largest publicly owned prairie school building in the world.

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Emmanuel Lutheran Church 1500 Hickory St., Dakota City, Neb. 402-987-3316 or 402-987-3388 Hours: Sundays 2-4 p.m., June through August Built in 1860, this was the ďŹ rst Lutheran Church in the Nebraska Territory. Annually, in August, is the Vespers Service. The Dakota County Historical Society welcomes visitors to Nebraska’s oldest standing church.

Missouri National Recreational River Resource and Education Center at Ponca State Park 2 mi. N. on Spur 26E, Ponca, Neb. 402-755-2284 “Where People and Nature Meet,â€? describes the beauty and solitude of this conference Center. Along with meeting rooms, this facility offers a terriďŹ c visitor center and hands-on interpretive center focusing on the natural and cultural history of the Missouri River.

Ponca State Park 2 mi. N. on Spur 26E, Ponca, Neb. 402-755-2284 www.ngpc.state.ne.us/parks The park, which encompasses 859 acres, has trail rides, pool, hay rack rides, The Missouri National Recreational River Resource and Education Center and visitor center. On-site staff and volunteers help guide and educate visitors on the history, biology, ecology, astronomy, geology and archeology

of the area. Many how-to programs on outdoor recreation are also given, including ďŹ shing, backpacking, wilderness survival, cooking and others.

With more than 20 miles of trails, the park provides hikers and mountain bikers many opportunities to explore the park’s back country. Several mountain bike races are held every year making the Park’s trail system noted for its diverse and often challenging trails.

South Sioux City Convention and Visitors Bureau 866-494-1307 www.visitsouthsiouxcity.com Call today for your convention, sports or group tour, hunting or family vacation needs.

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Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve North Sioux City, S.D. (McCook Lake &YJU t www.sdgfp.info/parks/regions/heartland/adamshomestead.htm Admission: Free Trails open year around. Visitor center open weekdays 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., weekends in summer (call for hours).

A 1500-acre park in the Missouri River basin. The homestead was established in 1872 includes the family farmhouse, a historic barn, log cabin, the Lamont Country School and Stavenger Church.

It also includes interpretive exhibits, more than 13 miles of biking and hiking trails with views of native plants and wildlife.

North Sioux City Video lottery & bingo, 180 hotel rooms, Veterans Memorial and ďŹ ve community

Sculpt Siouxland’s exhibition of outdoor sculptures is an ongoing collaboration between the Sioux City Art Center and Sculpt Siouxland.

The current exhibition, in the heart of downtown Sioux City, features 26 sculptures.

Start your tour on the Art Center’s campus at 225 Nebraska Street.

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Director Al Harris-Fernandez and curator Todd Behrens stand next to Jackson Pollock’s “Mural” at the Sioux City Art Center.

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commitment to art ALLY KARSYN

akarsyn@siouxcityjournal.com

Back in 1995, a handwritten note containing $2 came across the desk of capital campaign workers. An art-loving, 8-yearold boy dipped into his allowance to help build the Sioux City Art Center, at 225 Nebraska St. “It was small as could be but as big as he could give,” said Sandy Ellis, who helped coordinate the fundraising effort. “To me, it could’ve been $100. It was just so meaningful.”

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He may have been one of the youngest contributors but certainly not the first.

Countless community members envisioned having a dedicated space to study, engage in and enjoy the visual arts.

They’ve invested time, talent and funds with the hope that, someday, Sioux City would have an art museum it could point to with pride.

The Sioux City Art Center, which celebrated its centennial on May 16, bears proof of the community’s commitment to art through the ages.

“The centennial is a milestone,” said Director Al Harris-Fernandez. “It shows the vision and the many, many people from 1914 to the present who have supported the Sioux City Art Center.”

The 100th anniversary has been commemorated, in part, with Jackson Pollock’s “Mural,” which is considered an icon of modern American art. The painting will remain on display through April 2015.

The Sioux City Society of Fine Arts was founded in 1914, and a permanent collection was established within the first two

“The centennial is a milestone. It shows the vision and the many, many people from 1914 to the present who have supported the Sioux City Art Center.”

Al Harris-Fernandez Sioux City Art Center director

Students walk behind the sculpture “Sojournor: Solar Reef” by Andrew Langoussis at the Sioux City Art Center on March 13. The sculpture is part of the museum’s permanent collection.

Drawings by Leonardo da Vinci are shown. The works were part of a Sioux City Art Center exhibit.

A visitor views Jackson Pollock’s “Mural” during the opening ceremony of the exhibit at the Sioux City Art Center July 12. official 2015 visitors guide

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The Sioux City Art Center exhibited Michael Dunbar’s technology and mechanics inspired sculptures in summer 2013.

Provided by Sioux City Public Museum

The Sioux City Art Center at 513 Nebraska St. is shown in the 1960s. The center in 1964 added 60 new works to the permanent collection.

years. Alice K. Lawler, the daughter of one of Sioux City’s early settlers, took up duties of director. She ensured artworks were displayed in buildings throughout the city, but the society did not have a place to call its own.

As a result, the Art Center changed locations several times since its founding – at one time settling into the site of a former laundry and Moose Lodge.

Helen Glazer, who served numerous terms on the Art Center Association board, witnessed the long-awaited advancement of the organization from storefront to a stand-alone building.

She identifies one woman as a driving force behind the multi-million dollar project.

“Margaret Ann Everist really wanted to build and spearheaded the campaign,” Glazer said. “It’s because of her that we have this beautiful building.”

Everist died in 2003, but before she did, the Art Center celebrated a grand opening of its $9.2 million facility in March 1997.

Debbie Boyle was board president of the Art Center Association at the groundbreaking of the new Nebraska Street location.

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The Art Center has works by a number of artists including three responsible for Regionalism, the art movement that came out of the upper Midwest in the 1930s.

“In retrospect, I did give a considerable amount of my time both as a volunteer and later as an employee to the Art Center,” she said. “But I received so much more in return: the joy that Margaret Ann Everist’s vision became a reality, the awe of the building’s exquisite architecture, the pride that our city has such a vibrant arts center and, now, the little thrill I get when my grandsons play in the children’s HandsOn! Gallery.”

One goal of the 45,000-square-foot facility, at 225 Nebraska St., aimed to foster an interest in fine art and promote regional artists, plus bring in blockbuster exhibitions.

The first blockbuster exhibit debuted in 2002. It featured more than 60 bronze

sculptures by Auguste Rodin. Following shows have brought in everything from motorcycles to images of Marilyn Monroe.

A traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian, called “Our America: The Latino Presence in American Art,” is slated for 2017, according to Harris-Fernandez.

The Art Center continues to grow with sights set on a 13,000-square-foot Learning Center, which is intended to increase access to education programs.

“For me, it’s the education and the exhibitions that have made such a difference,” Boyle said. “It gives me great joy because it’s reaching so many people – even more than we could have imagined.”

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Dancing Pros LIVE!

EVENTS CALENDAR | SIOUX CITY . SOUTH SIOUX CITY . NORTH SIOUX CITY Dancing Pros: LIVE!

iHeart Media Bridal Spectacular

7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 14 Orpheum Theatre, 528 S. Pierce St The world’s finest dancers will battle it out on stage and the audience will choose the winner. Starring “Dancing With The Stars” pro Karina Smirnoff (head judge), and featuring Edyta Sliwinska & Chelsie Hightower, this unforgettable live dancing competition is hosted by Alan Thicke, star of the hit TV show “Growing Pains.”

Tickets , $47.50, $57.50 and $82.40, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-7453000. The Tyson Events Center Box Office.

11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 11 Orpheum Theatre, 528 S. Pierce St For a meltdown-free day, we’ve got the professionals that can help you with every little detail. The Bridal Spectacular is the area’s leading bridal show and absolutely free! Get ideas, compare prices, and win great prizes. Doors open at 11 a.m., fashion show at 3 p.m. Free admission.

Hairball 8 p.m., Friday, Jan. 9 Sioux City Convention Center, 801 4th St Hairball is a concert epitomizing the 1980s, and featuring some of the decade’s most colorful rockers. Bands like Twisted Sister, KISS, Guns N’ Roses, Bon Jovi, Motley Crue, Alice Cooper, and AC/DC will make their appearance through dead-on impersonations performed by a group of artists who take recreating 80s music very seriously.

Tickets , $18.50 advance or $24.50 day of show, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster. com, or by calling 800-745-3000. The Tyson Events Center Box Office.

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Tickets, $8.50-$18, are available at the Tyson Events Center box ofďŹ ce, Ticketmaster outlets, 712-279-4850 or 800-745-3000 and ticketmaster.com

Florida Georgia Line

Rawhide Bull Riding Challenge

7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 12 Tyson Events Center, 401 Gordon Drive

7:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday, Jan. 23-24 Tyson Center, 401 Gordon Drive

Florida Georgia Line will be bringing its ANYTHING GOES TOUR to the Tyson Events Center featuring openers Thomas Rhett and Frankie Ballard.

Don’t miss the action-packed battle of the bulls when the toughest cowboys in the U.S. ďŹ ght to the ďŹ nish! Plus, a petting zoo and mutton-busting – there’s something for the whole family!

Tickets , $37.25 and $57.25, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box OfďŹ ce, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000.

Tickets , $10, $25, $35 and $50, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box OfďŹ ce, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000. The Tyson Events Center Box OfďŹ ce.

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Lucas Oil Monster Truck Nationals Friday & Saturday, Jan. 16-17 Tyson Center, 401 Gordon Drive Bigfoot, the original monster truck is celebrating its 40th birthday, and the Lucas Oil Monster Truck Nationals is celebrating with a Birthday Bash where families can come help celebrate while watching FIVE of the world’s BEST monster trucks go all-out in crashing, car-crushing, axle-wrenching, high-ying competitions. There will be three shows: 7:30 p.m. Friday and 1 & 7:30 p.m.

Saturday.

Tickets , $16.50 and $30 advance or $19.50 and $30 day of show, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box OfďŹ ce, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800745-3000. The Tyson Events Center Box OfďŹ ce.

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SOUTH SIOUX CITY AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Sioux City Symphony 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. This Valentine’s weekend enjoy the sweet and sultry sounds of Broadway sensation Ashley Brown and the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra. Brown is known for originating the title role of Mary Poppins on Broadway.

Tickets are available by calling the Symphony office at 712-277-2111 or online at www.siouxcitysymphony.org.

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Yellow Submarine Sponsors Arthur J. Gallagher, Aventure Staffing, C.W. Suter and HyVee

Twist and Shout Sponsors FiberComm, Kalin’s Indoor Comfort and Wendy’s Restaurant

7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21 Orpheum Theatre, 528 S. Pierce St. Get ready for the new Australian Bee Gees Show, a multimedia theatrical concert that takes a nostalgic trip through the legacy the Bee Gees left behind while celebrating over four decades of the infectious music written by the Gibb brothers.

Tickets , $23.50, $37.50, $49.50, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-7453000.

B.o.B. 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21 Tyson Events Center, 401 Gordon Drive Hip-hop recording artist, singersongwriter, and record producer B.o.B. will make a stop at Sioux City’s Tyson Events Center.

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Tickets , $32.50, $37.50, $42.50 and $47.50, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000. Tickets go up $5 day of show.

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EVENTS CALENDAR Sarah McLachlan 8 p.m., Friday, March 6 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. McLachlan’s unparalleled ability to craft finely tuned lyrics has led to an enduring career as one of the most beloved artists of the past two decades.

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Tickets, $53, $68 and $86, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000.

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Flashdance: The Musical 7 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 21 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. Celebrating its 30th Anniversary, the pop culture phenomenon is now live on stage telling the inspiring and unforgettable story of Alex Owens, a Pittsburgh steel mill welder by day and a bar dancer by night with dreams of one day becoming a professional performer.

Tickets, $47.50 and $73.15, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-7453000.

STOMP 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 3 Orpheum Theatre, 528 S. Pierce St. STOMP is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy, utterly unique and appeals to audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows.

Tickets , $42.35 and $68, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000. The Tyson Events Center Box Office.

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 20 Orpheum Theatre, 528 S. Pierce St. Don’t miss Gabriel Iglesias’s “Unity Through Laughter” tour, coming to the Orpheum Theatre in Sioux City on Friday, February 20th!

Tickets , $$32.50, $47.50 and $67.50, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000.

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ONE STOP AT THE CASTLE! SHOP, DINE, BE ENTERTAINED! 4400 SINGING HILLS BLVD. SIOUX CITY, IA

712.271.8697

TOYS & GIFTS FROM BIRTH TO 104!

YOU CAN TRAVEL THE GLOBE FOR GOURMET INGREDIENTS. OR YOU CAN DRIVE ACROSS TOWN.

Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 25 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. Now in its 25th amazing year, the “World’s Most Successful Rock ‘n’ Roll Musical” continues to thrill audiences on tour in the U.K. and around the world.

Buddy tells the story of Buddy Holly through his short yet spectacular career, and features the classic songs, “Peggy Sue”, “That’ll Be The Day”, “Not Fade Away”, “Oh Boy”, Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba”, The Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace” and many more!

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Tickets, $42.35 and $68, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com

Memphis 7:30 p.m., Monday, March 2 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis where rock and roll was born, comes a hot musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Memphis tells the story of DJ Huey Calhoun, a good ol’ local boy with a passion for R&B music and Felicia Farrell, an up-and-coming black singer that’s ready for her big break.

Tickets, $47.50 and $68, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-7453000.

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NOT YOUR AVERAGE PUB FOOD & 99 BEERS!

You’ve got to see it!

Located in the heart of downtown Sioux City, the Sioux City Public Museum features large, colorful exhibits, interactive displays, and so much more.

Hands-on experiences include the award winning “Innovation I-Wall” and “The Big Dig,” which replicates an active fossil dig site.

SIOUX CITY PUBLIC MUSEUM 607 4th St. • Sioux City, IA

Located at 4th & Nebraska Streets in downtown Sioux City

I-29, Exit 149, 1000 Larsen Park Rd, Sioux City, IA (712) 279-0198 • siouxcitymuseum.org

The MV Sgt Floyd, next to the Missouri River, is home to an Iowa Welcome Center, a river museum and gift shop. Learn about Native American culture, fur trapping, the Lewis & Clark expedition, hard working steamboats and more.

(712) 279-6174 • www.siouxcitymuseum.org

HOURS: Tues.-Sat. 10am-5pm • Sunday 1-5pm Closed Mondays & Holidays

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EVENTS CALENDAR Sioux City Symphony: Iowa Piano Competition

Little Big Town 8 p.m., Friday, March 27 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St.

March 19-21 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St.

Little Big Town’s #PainKillerTour is coming to the Orpheum along with special guest, Chris Stapleton.

3 Days, 12 competitors, $14,000 in prize money. Who will win? Recital round March 19, chamber round March 20 and finals with the Sioux City Symphony on March 21.

Tickets, $35 and $45, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com

Tickets are available by calling the Symphony office at 712-277-2111 or online at www.siouxcitysymphony.org.

Chef Robert Irvine Live!

7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 7 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. Food Network star Robert Irvine takes his brand of no nonsense cooking on the road, but this time he isn’t the only star of the show. This interactive show includes a whole heaping of audience participation! No recipes. No script. No holds barred. It’s like nothing you’ve ever seen on stage before. You choose the challenges. He does the impossible.

Tickets, $29.50, $47.50 and $102.50, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com

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Rodney Carrington 7 p.m., Saturday, March 28 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. Rodney Carrington has been making audiences laugh for almost 20 years with his unique brand of stand-up comedy. The country singer-songwriter has recorded eight major label comedy albums which have sold more than two million copies … two of which have been certified Gold.

Tickets, $42.75 and $177.75, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800-745-3000 or visit ticketmaster.com

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The Harlem Globetrotters 7 p.m., Saturday, April 25 Tyson Events Center, 401 Gordon Drive The iconic Harlem Globetrotters are coming to the Tyson Events Center with their unrivaled family show, featuring some of the greatest athletes on the planet. With incredible ball handling wizardry, amazing rim-rattling dunks and trick shots, sidesplitting comedy and unequaled on-court fan interaction, this must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Tickets , $30.50, $50.50 and $70.50, are available at the Tyson Events Center Box OfďŹ ce, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling 800-745-3000.

Sioux City Rockestra: Rockestra Idol III 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 11 Orpheum Theater, 528 Pierce St. Recognizing incredible singing talent is incredibly fun, because there is so much talent right here in Siouxland.

Help us crown the Idol winner again this season as we introduce new talent, perform some great Rock & Roll, and bring our 11th season to a successful ďŹ nale!

Tickets, $18.50-$31.50, are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800-7453000 or visit ticketmaster.com

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HISTORY Early Sioux City history In 1804 and again in 1806 the Lewis & Clark Expedition traveled through the area on the Missouri River. Theophile Bruguier, a French fur trader, married local Indian chief War Eagle’s daughter and settled in the Riverside area in 1849. Sioux City was platted in 1854 by Dr. John K. Cook and incorporated in 1857. The town developed around the mouth of Perry Creek on the Missouri River.

Steamboats brought the first settlers and supplies to the area and helped to make Sioux City a retail and wholesale center for the region.

The Combination Bridge spanned the Missouri River and connected Sioux City and South Sioux City. Built in 1895, the bridge carried or combined railroad, wagon and pedestrian traffic. It was replaced in the 1980s by the Siouxland Veterans Memorial Bridge.

The 1891 Corn Palace was so large that it spread across Pierce Street and featured a large archway that allowed traffic to pass through. The palace featured a balcony atop the main 200-foot tower. There, visitors could take in a magnificent view of the city and the surrounding three states.

The Romanesque-styled Federal building of 1897 was converted to City Hall in 1948 and restructured and modernized in 1995.

Boom period Sioux City boomed in the late 1880s and early 1890s. Many people thought Sioux City would become another “Chicago” on the great plains. The Panic of 1893, however, stopped the city’s growth. The city did recover and became the business and recreational hub for the tri-state region.

Pearl Street was city’s first “main” street and ran north from the docks on the Missouri River levee toward the residential north side.

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The nation’s third elevated railroad system provided transportation from the suburb of Morningside to downtown businesses in the 1890s. The “el” went out of business in 1901 and was replaced by automobiles and buses.

20th Century growth The city recovered after the Panic of 1893 with a renewed spirit and a building boom. The Prairie School and Art Deco and Modem styles of architecture can be seen in many buildings and houses in Sioux City built in the 20th century. WPA projects in the 1930s included a Bandshell, park shelter houses, a football stadium and roads and bridges.

The Woodbury County Courthouse stood out on Sioux City’s skyline from 1878-1918, on the southeast corner of Sixth and Pierce streets.

The Floyd Monument was built in 1901 to honor Sgt. Charles Floyd, the only member of the Lewis & Clark Expedition to die. It became the nation’s first Historic Landmark in 1960.

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The Abu Bekr Shrine in Sioux City has brought the circus to town each year since 1950.

The George Carden International Circus sets up shop in the Tyson Events Center in May, marking the 65th straight year the Abu Bekr Shrine has made sure young and old alike may see the lions, tigers and bears.

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“We’re doing the circus from May 6 through May 10, which is a little later than normal,” says Phil Nugent, business manager for the Abu Bekr Shrine in Sioux City.

“We usually do the circus in April, but we had to work through some conflicts.”

Nugent believes the May date will serve the organization, and thousands of Siouxland circus-goers quite well.

“May 10 is Mother’s Day, so we’re looking at this as the perfect opportunity for a family to take Mom to the circus on her special day,” Nugent says. “We’re also getting the dates out to help teachers plan field trips. It’s amazing how school groups from schools 100 miles out and more head to Sioux City for the Shrine Circus.”

A May week of show dates may also help those in the Siouxland farming community, persons often knee-deep in corn or soybean planting efforts during April. By the second week of May this spring, they could have planting wrapped up.

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essential the agricultural community is in Siouxland. He hopes to help deliver an entertainment showcase that helps farmers unwind after what can always be a stressful planting season.

The George Carden International Circus, which visited for a successful 2014 circus run at the Tyson Events Center, will be back in 2015, back by popular demand as last year’s show rated among the most popular.

The show’s floor manager says his circus has reciprocal feelings for Siouxland residents, many who showed their concern for stunt performer Ben Veyna, who was hurt when his cycle slammed through a metal door after a 75-foot jump.

Veyna was taken to Mercy Medical Center for tests and simply took the following day off to rest a bruised shoulder.

“The response in Sioux City makes us feel good, there is so much concern for Ben and our performers,” Israel Alvarado, floor manager, said. “There is risk involved in stunts like this, and people like Ben train and train for it. If it was easy, anyone could do it.”

Veyna thanked fans as they asked about his health following his return. It’s maybe not the kind of treatment he’d see from the public in every circus stop.

“To have all this concern, it’s really a homey feeling,” Veyna said.

The fact Veyna could even attempt such a job is a testament to the space now found

Patsy Rosales, 27, of Hugo, Okla., performs in the Abu Bekr Shrine Circus at the Tyson Events Center in Sioux City.

Rosales has been a circus performer for 19 years.

The group, Chinese Troupe, performs during the Abu Bekr Shrine Circus at the Tyson Events Center.

in the Tyson Events Center, Sioux City’s state-of-the-art performance venue.

Along with the long cycle jumps, aerial artist Dave Smith, can be shot from a cannon to the delight of fans. He did so to close the 2014 shows, marking the 17th year Smith has completed his 130-foot stunt to the delight of fans.

“The Tyson is much bigger and much better,” Nugent said, offering a comparison to other venues. “The floor is also bigger.

It’s a great facility and the shows can do so much more there.”

The circus has, for decades, served as the primary fundraising vehicle for the Abu Bekr Shrine, an organization that has

A tiger waits during the Abu Bekr Shrine Circus at the Tyson Events Center.

helped serve the medical and transportation needs of children and their families since its inception.

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Interest in Broadway musicals s DOLLY A. BUTZ

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A desire to bring Broadway shows to Sioux City sparked a partnership between promoter Jam Theatricals and the Events Facilities Department years ago.

The shows were initially held at the Sioux City Municipal Auditorium, now Long Lines Family Rec Center, before they moved to the Orpheum Theatre, which reopened in 2001.

The most popular shows have had brand name recognition, according to Erika Newton, director of the Events Facilities Department.

“I think people know the show or know what the show is generally about before they ever buy a ticket,” she said.

The most popular Broadway show in Sioux City in the last decade was “Mamma Mia!” The romantic comedy musical features songs by the Swedish supergroup ABBA.

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“Riverdance,” “Annie,” “The Wizard of Oz” and “Chicago” round out the top five.

Newton said she is currently working with Chicago-based Jam Theatricals, which presents and produces Broadway engagement throughout the country, to book shows for the 2015-2016 season.

“A lot of Broadway shows that actually start on Broadway are doing touring productions probably more so than there were 12-15 years ago,” she said.

Newton is excited about “Memphis,” which will make its debut at the Orpheum on March 2. Set in 1950s underground dance clubs, the musical features “explosive” dancing, “roof-raising” rock ‘n’ roll and a tale of fame and forbidden love.

The dates a show is touring, as well as its popularity, Newton said, influence the booking process. How many tickets a show sold in the past will determine whether it returns to the Orpheum Theatre.

Broadway series subscribers keep coming back year after year, according to

Newton. She said the base of nearly 900 subscribers remains consistent.

A Broadway subscription, which Newton said is a popular gift, ensures lost tickets that can be printed at no charge and the first chance to purchase tickets to Broadway shows added at a later date.

“The subscribers are the ones who have the prime seats in the building, so they don’t want to give those up,” she said. “I think that’s why people continue to subscribe year after year after year.”

The buzz and publicity a show generates on Broadway, much like in other markets, drives interest among Sioux City musicalgoers, according to Newton.

“I think Sioux City is the same as most other markets. If you can get a really recent production that is well-known or has won some Tony awards, I think that’s what Sioux City folks would prefer to see,” she said.

“Jersey Boys,” “The Lion King” and “The Book of Mormon,” which all have been

s strong in Sioux City touring for some time, can still sell out multi-week shows in major markets. That poses a challenge for Sioux City, according to Newton, who said it’s difficult for the local market to support multiple shows.

The Orpheum presented six shows of Monty Python’s “Spamalot” in December 2008.

“Sometimes it takes a long time for the more popular shows to go down to single night or single week performances,” she said. “They want to play the major markets with three to four weeks worth of shows for as long as they can. They do that for a set period of time before they’ll look at other markets the size of Sioux City.”

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SHOPPING Marketplace Shopping Center

Cardinal Plaza

Lakeport Commons

Dakota Ave. between 19th & 20th streets, South Sioux City, Neb. (Tobacco Hut, EZ Payday Advance, Multi Care Clinic, Fitch & Stahle Law Office, Little Caesar’s Pizza, United Real Estate Solutions, Lewis & Clark Title and Escrow, JEO Consulting, Qaran Communications)

Cardinal Point Hwy. 77 & W. 21st St., South Sioux City, Neb. (Alltel Wireless, Green Tea Salon, Payless Shoes, Dollar Tree, Super WalMart, Wendy’s, Rose Nails, Burger King, Walgreens, China Super Buffet, Rent A Center, Cash Spot, Tan World, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Power Wash Car Wash, Sunheat, Farm Bureau Financial Services, Game Stop)

Cornhusker Mall 2500 Cornhusker Drive, South Sioux City, Neb. (Hy-Vee, Panda Palace, EZ Check Cashing, SSC Housing Agency, Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits, H & R Block, I-wireless (located in Hy-Vee), Dakota County State Bank (located in Hy-Vee).)

Downtown Sioux City 712-252-0014 www.downtownsiouxcity.com

Downtown Sioux City offers unique shopping for him, for her, for the family and the home with many locally owned specialty shops.

Galley Gift Shop Sergeant Floyd Welcome Center 1000 Larsen Park Road, Sioux City 712-279-0198 www.sioux-city.org/museum Find local and tri-state souvenirs in the Galley Gift Shop aboard the Sergeant Floyd. Mugs, T-shirts, Books, Postcards and more!

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Lakeport Commons Lakeport Street & Hwy. 20, Sioux City Easily accessible from S. Lakeport Street or Sergeant Road. The perfect mix of stores & shops saves you time. You can get it all done in one place, in mere moments.

Marketplace Shopping Center 28th & Hamilton, Sioux City 712-239-6565 www.marketplacehamilton.com A delightful collection of fine fashion, specialty shops, salons, food and cocktails in this fun-to-shop friendly center.

Southern Hills Mall 4400 Sergeant Road, Sioux City 712-274-0109 www.southernhillsmall.com 110 stores in an enclosed center and anchored by JC Penney, Sears, Scheels All Sports and Younkers.

NIGHTLIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

Casino marquees are shown on the “strip� in North Sioux City, S.D.

111 Third Street 712-226-7600 hardrockcasinosiouxcity.com The 30,000-square-foot Hard Rock Sioux City casino features games, slots, luxury hotel, theater, several restaurants and rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia.

Morningside College Betty Ling Tsang Summer Fine Arts Series 3625 Garretson Ave., Sioux City t XXX NPSOJOHTJEF FEV Enjoy FREE music and theatrical performances in the beautiful Buhler Outdoor Performance Center on the Morningside College Campus.

Sioux City Bandits Indoor Football Team.

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North Sioux City, S.D. 605-232-4276

Located 3 miles west exit #127 off I-29, Sloan, Iowa 712-428-9466 or 800-468-9466 www.winnavegas.biz

528 Pierce St., Sioux City Ticket Info: 800-745-3000 Symphony Info: 712-277-2111 www.orpheumlive.com The magniďŹ cently renovated 1927 Orpheum Theatre is now the home of the Sioux City Symphony, the Broadway Series and outstanding national and local performances.

Tyson Events Center / Gateway Arena 401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City t UZTPODFOUFS DPN Admission: See individual event Hours: See individual event The Tyson Events Center/Gateway Arena features a 10,000-seat arena, and offers an extremely exible venue for a wide variety of entertainment and sporting events. The facility includes a full-size ice hockey rink, and is home to the Sioux City Musketeers Hockey Team and

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More than 300 gaming machines can be found in a two-block area known as “The Strip� in North Sioux City. Billed as the “mini-Vegas of the Dakotas,�

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DINING Bob Roe’s Point After 2320 Transit Ave., Sioux City 712-276-3689 www.bobroespointafter.com Where Good Times Gather. Serving up delicious pizza, wings and so much more to Siouxland for over 30 years. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m.-midnight. and Sun. noon to 10 p.m.

Chick-Fil-A 4428 Sergeant Road, Sioux City 712-276-4233 Chick-ďŹ l-A is an American fast food restaurant chain specializing in chicken sandwiches. Open Mon.-Sat. 6:30 a.m.10 p.m., closed Sundays. www.chick-ďŹ l-a.com

Clyde’s Grill & Pub 3828 Stadium Drive, Sioux City 712-252-4545 Whether you’re craving a fun night on the town or a tasty meal after the big game, Clyde’s Grill & Pub will have you leaving full. Enjoy our great service, cool atmosphere and delicious food that goes with whatever you’re wearing.

Famous Dave’s 201 Pierce St., Sioux City t GBNPVTEBWFT DPN Famous Dave’s is serving up authentic, pit-smoked BBQ & made-from-scratch sides. Dine-in, To Go, catering & more.

Golden Corral 5230 Sergeant Road, Sioux City t HPMEFODPSSBM DPN A full-service buffet! All-you-can-eat steak nightly and all day Sunday after 11 a.m.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 111 Third Street, Sioux City 712-226-7600 hardrockcasinosiouxcity.com Restaurants include Main + Abbey, an inviting, local vibe that features gastropub fare, World Tour Buffet featuring favorites from around the world and Fuel American Grill - a fast-service grill featuring rock-related sandwiches.

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SoHo Kitchen & Bar 1024 Historic Fourth, Sioux City 712-258-3434

Fourth & B St., South Sioux City 402-494-5025 Siouxland’s premier restaurant! Inviting restaurant and bar offers early and late night Happy Hours, steaks, chops and pastas in a gorgeous setting.

Whether it’s a business lunch, an after work cocktail with friends, dinner on your way to a movie or celebrating a special occasion, SoHo Kitchen & Bar is the place to go.

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Multitude of new restaurants to satisfy every appetite EARL HORLYK

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It takes a lot to “hook” customers into trying new restaurants but Firehouse Subs’ owner Eric Engelstad said he has a winning recipe.

“Customers are getting tired of the same old fast food options,” he said. “They want quality ingredients and healthier options.”

This is why Engelstad’s mile-high submarine sandwiches – made with meats and cheeses that have been steamed separately for optimal flavor – and chopped salads have been bigger sellers at his 5008 Sergeant Road location.

A chain restaurant founded in Jacksonville, Fla., by former firefighter brothers Chris and Robin Sorensen 29 years ago, Firehouse Subs has 820 locations in 42 states and Puerto Rico.

RESTAURANT ROULETTE Sioux City’s Firehouse Subs opened in

Customers dine at Milwaukee Wiener House’s new location on Douglas Street.

SoHo Kitchen & Bar We’re just a short 1½ block walk East of the Sioux City Convention Center on the corner of Historic 4th & Court Streets.

Family Owned and Proudly Serving America’s Favorites SoHo’s American cuisine is fresh from scratch each day using only the highest quality ingredients which makes us a local favorite. SoHo has the largest CRAFT beer selection in Siouxland with 40 taps along with a full bar offering our Signature drinks and all of the classics. Come and Have FUN on FOURTH!

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Co-owner Happy Singh prepares authentic Indian cuisine at Shahi Palace.

Fried calamari at Main + Abbey.

May in the location that formerly housed Five Guys Burgers and Fries, which closed in 2013.

Engelstad’s fast-casual sub shop will soon be facing competition from a new Lakeport Commons neighbor.

Old Chicago Pizza & Tap Room – specializing in deep-dish pizzas, tavern-thin pizzas, pastas, calzones, salads and a wide variety of bottled and draft beers on tap – is slated to open at 5030 Sergeant Road in early 2015.

Chef de Cuisine Roderick Johnson, prepares poutine at Main + Abbey at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.

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The Boulder, Colo.-based Old Chicago Pizza & Tap will be located in the freestanding building that formerly was the home of Black Bear Diner.

A new Starbucks and a Qdoba Mexican Grill are expected to open at 2301 Hamilton Blvd., the site of the city’s other Black Bear Diner location, sometime in the spring of 2015.

The Hamilton Boulevard Qdoba will be the second Sioux City location for the Denver-based “Fresh Mex” restaurant. Its original restaurant is located 5110 Sergeant Road.

Likewise, the “ButterBurger” chain

Culvers added a new 2420 Hamilton Blvd. location to complement its 3102 Singing Hills Blvd. store.

INTERNATIONAL CUISINE Fast-casual restaurants weren’t the only newcomers to Sioux City. Shahi Palace India Grill, 3146 Singing Hills Blvd., introduced gourmet Indian cuisine to the city while while The Pastry Parlor, 16 16th St., brought authentic German cakes and pastries to a dedicated audience.

Food with a “Main Street U.S.A. meets Abbey Road” twist came to downtown Sioux City, via Hard Rock Hotel & Casino’s

Main + Abbey, 111 Third Street last summer.

“We make classic comfort foods from America and Great Britain but we kick it up a bit,” explained the restaurant’s chef de cuisine Roderick Johnson.

Among Main + Abbey’s “kicked-up” specialties are some small plate meals that are meant to be shared.

Those include poutine (duck confit, cheese curds and French fries drizzled with gravy made with Deschutes Black Butte Porter Ale); fried calamari (squid, green beans, lemon and jalapeno served with a sweet Thai chili sauce); as well as fish and chips that are nothing like the ones you’d get on the other side of the pond.

“Our fish and chips happen to be tuna tartar, English cucumber, daikon radishes, sesame and Tobiko caviar,” Johnson explained. “It’s a much healthier take on regular fish and chips.”

ALL-AMERICAN GRUB Yet many may prefer food that’s simpler and as universal as the good old, AllAmerican hot dog.

For nearly a century, Milwaukee Wiener House has been a downtown Sioux City mainstay. Countless generations have enjoyed the Double Coney dogs made by brother John and Mike Eliades.

After more than 20 years at Third and Pearl streets, Milwaukee’s dogs have new digs a block to the east, at 301 Douglas St. Which means for both locals and visitors to Sioux City, there are plenty of eating options.

Which is good news for Firehouse Subs’ Eric Engelstad.

“People like choices,” he said. “If you give them something good, new and delicious, they will come back for more.”

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SPORTS & RECREATION Climbing Wall Long Lines Family Rec Center 401 Gordon Drive, Sioux City 712-224-5127 www.sioux-city.org More than 5,000 sq. ft. of climbing space with a 13-foot free standing boulder, heights of 12, 20, 30, 42 and 52 feet. Two auto-belays and 7 belay stations. The 42-foot competitive section has a 12-foot overhang. Cost is $7 for a two-hour session. Call in advance for availability.

Curlers take part in competition at the IBP Ice Center in Sioux City in March 2013. The 85-by200-foot arena is open year round at 3808 Stadium Drive.

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Dible Soccer Complex South Sioux City Dible Soccer Complex is home to the Siouxland Soccer Foundation. It has 17 full-size fields that can be converted to varying sizes. The soccer complex sits along the bank of the Missouri River and Al Bengtson Trail.

Experience the great outdoors like never before. Hike, bike, play and stay in Western Iowa’s Loess Hills.

IBP Ice Center

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Cable TV (60 Channels) & Guest Laundry, Free WI – FI, Affordable Daily/Weekly/ Monthly Rates, Microwave Refrigerator Available, Family Room Available, Pet Friendly With Permission, Electric Hookup - Truck Parking, One Block To Marina Inn Exhibit Center. Just A Two Minute Drive to Downtown Sioux City!

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Loess Hills National Scenic Byway

$5 Adults, $2 Children 5 & under Skate Rental: $2 Skate Sharpening: $3 Hours: 7-10 p.m. Fri. & Sat. The 38,000-square-foot ice center is open year-round for youth hockey programs, public ice-skating, and tournaments.

Long Lines Family Rec. Center Hours: Varies Admission: Adults $3, Youth $2 The Long Lines Family Rec. Center provides recreational facilities for individuals and organized recreational associations. Courts for open gym, soccer, basketball, volleyball, inline hockey, dodge ball, wrestling, batting cage and special events. The centerpiece of the Center is the climbing facility. Conference rooms for meetings,

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parties and other small events.

Nebraska Game & Parks Commission 2200 N. 33rd, Lincoln, Neb. 402-471-5481 Relax amid our rolling hills! Watch the wildlife, swim, hike or fish. Outdoor programs, visitor’s center, cabins and campsites available.

Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA 601 Riverview Drive, South Sioux City 402-404-8439 www.nwsymca.org Hours: 4:45 a.m.-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 4:45 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun. Located on the banks of the Missouri River, this 60,000 square-foot facility opened on the riverfront in Scenic Park in 2008 and is plentiful with rooms of generous sizes. Windows bring the Missouri River and Sioux City skyline into the double gym, fitness room and two swimming pools. The vista extends from the Veterans Memorial Bridge to the riverboat casino. With nearly 300 parking spaces, there is always room for residents and visitors to enjoy.

3 fields are lit, two 200-foot and one 300-foot.

Riverside Park / Family Aquatic Center / Recreation Complex 1201 Riverside Blvd., Sioux City 712-279-6126 or 712-279-6250 The Riverside Recreation Complex provides six youth softball fields and six soccer fields. Adjacent Riverside Family Aquatic Center offers water slides and a sand play area. Riverside Park features six picnic shelters, playground equipment, and open spaces.

Free High Speed Wireless Internet 32” Flat Screen TVs 24-Hour Fitness Center Pet Friendly Free Deluxe Breakfast

South Sioux City Convention and Visitors Bureau South Sioux City 866-494-1307 www.visitsouthsiouxcity.com Give us a call today for your convention, sports or group tour, hunting or family vacation needs.

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Riverview Complex South Sioux City Is home to 5 baseball/softball fields, two 300-foot fields and three 200-foot fields. Batting cage facilities, press box with concessions and restrooms.

Home to Cardinal Little League, SSC girls softball and have hosted many State and Regional softball & baseball tournaments. All fields are agri-lime and

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Where Staying is Believing • Complimentary Expanded Continental Breakfast • All Rooms Non-Smoking • Indoor Swimmimg Pool • Free Highspeed Wireless Internet • 24/7 Business Center • Fridges Available • Quiet Location • 10 Minutes to Downtown • Conveniently Located Near Southern Hills Mall, Lakeport Commons, Restaurants and Shopping • Flat Screen 32” TV’S with cable & HBO

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PARKS Albertsen’s Bridgeview Park Sixth St. & Dakota Ave., South Sioux City The idea of 50 flags representing each state was conceived out of patriotic pride in honor of all the servicemen and women during the Desert Storm War.

Bacon Creek Park 5015 Correctionville Road, Sioux City This 240-acre park has a pond with great fishing. Trout are stocked from November to March. A four-mile trail takes you around the pond and through the trees. Shelters, grills and picnic tables await your next family outing.

Bring your dog along to play in the fiveacre Dog Park. There are separate large and small dog areas.

Boundless Playground 1100 31st St., Sioux City located at Leif Erickson Park The Boundless playground serves the needs of children with special needs.

Accessibility along with a rubberized safety surface makes this playground a delight. Stimulation to all the senses makes this playground special.

Chris Larsen Park Larsen Park Road, Sioux City Features a public boat ramp, an outdoor pavilion, a scenic trail, and a state-ofthe-art children’s play area. Hikers enjoy the three-mile Gateway 2000/River’s Edge Trail, which begins in Chris Larsen Park. The trail hugs the Missouri River and then turns to follow the Big Sioux into Riverside Park. Follow Riverfront Trail for two miles through Chris Larsen Park to access Floyd Trail. Users may hike, bike, or in-line skate on this four-mile trail overlooking the Floyd River and linking the Missouri riverfront to Leeds.

Cottonwood Cove Park 14th & Hickory, Dakota City, Neb. A 4.5-acre park located on the banks of the Missouri River features a public boat ramp, camping, shelter and play equipment.

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402-494-7540 www.visitsouthsiouxcity.com A beautiful park located on the Southwest corner of South Sioux at the end of West 39th Street. Crystal Cove is a 60-acre park with lake, 1.5 miles bike/ hike trail, nature trails, fishing & shelter for rent. The park is home to more than 200 species of birds and wildlife. The lake is stocked three times yearly with fish for summer and winter ice fishing.

The park also has two shelters for rent, basketball court, playground equipment and green space.

Latham Park 1915 South Lemon, Sioux City www.lathampark.com The park is located in a traditional, residential area of the Morningside section of Sioux City. Occupying

almost a full acre of ground, it is home to an endless variety of flowering plants, warbling songbirds, a wonderful fountain, quiet sitting areas and one or two friendly squirrels.

Lewis & Clark Wayside 14th & Hickory, Dakota City, Neb. Located on the bluffs of the Missouri

Emerson City Park Emerson, Neb. Camping available including camper hookups. This small town is the only town in Nebraska that is located in three counties simultaneously. Contact City Hall 402-695-2662

Grandview Park 24th St. & Grandview Blvd.,Sioux City Award-winning music pavilion dedicated in 1935 features an impressive rose garden and a natural amphitheater with a band shell. Home to Saturday in the Park and summer Sunday evening concerts by the Municipal Band.

Graves Park Wakefield, Neb. By proclamation of Gov. Ben Nelson, Wakefield is the Baseball Capital of Nebraska. The park has three ball fields that are the site of several annual tournaments. The park also has shelter houses, playground equipment and a heated swimming pool.

Hole in the Rock Recreation Area and Big Elk Park

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3 mi. E. Macy, Neb. 402-837-4389 or 402-837-5301 www.rezhunter.com Camping areas and 21 miles of trails for horseback riding and ATVs. Hunting and fishing allowed with Tribal permits.

Klasey Park South Sioux City Klasey Park is located one block off of Dakota Ave. It is home to Voss Fields & the SSC Legion Baseball. Voss Fields host multiple tournaments each summer including District and State Tournaments.

712.225.4200 Just off Exit 149 on I-29 1132 Larsen Park Rd. Sioux City, Iowa 51103

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130 Nebraska St. Sioux City, IA 51101 Ph: 712-277-1550 I F: 712-277-1120

Sarah Glover, of Sioux City, snowboards at Grandview Park in Sioux City.

River, about three miles from where the expedition had its longest encampment, and about four miles from where they caught more than 1,300 ďŹ sh in one day.

This outlook commemorates the historic discovery and provides a breathtaking view of the beautiful Missouri River.

Mulberry Bend Newcastle, Neb. A scenic overlook near the Newcastle/ Vermillion Bridge which offers a spectacular view of the Missouri River.

Ponca State Park Ponca, Neb.

Free Wireless internet Free SuperStart Breakfast Business Center In-Room Microwave/Fridge Coffee & Hair Dryer Children 17 & Under Free With Adult Flat Screen TV/HBO Guest Laundry Pet Friendly with Fee Large Vehicle Parking

Enjoy rolling hills, horseback riding, swimming, ďŹ shing and hiking. Camp or stay in our new mini-lodges. Visitors center, outdoor programs available.

Riverside Park 1301 Riverside Blvd., Sioux City 100 acres located on the west side of town. This park has numerous shelters, play areas, ball ďŹ elds, access to the bike trail, Riverside Aquatic Center, Bruguier’s Cabin and views of the Big Sioux River.

Scenic Park Fourth & D streets, South Sioux City 402-494-7535

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South Sioux City Parks & Recreation Department ofďŹ ces are located in Scenic Park. Scenic Park is home to a 109-site campground with full and basic hook-ups, SSC Outdoor Pool, newly remodeled tennis courts, playground

equipment, shelters for rent, Missouri River boat ramp, Riverview Ball Complex, Dibble Soccer Complex, and home to the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA.

Stone State Park Hwy. 12 N. / 5001 Talbot Road, Sioux City t XXX JPXBEOS HPW Visitors are attracted to the rugged topography of Stone Park, which is typical of the Loess Hills of western Iowa. The park offers many scenic vistas of wooded valleys, dry prairie ridges, the Big Sioux River, and the neighboring states of South Dakota and Nebraska.

Stone State Park contains six miles of equestrian trails, six miles of mountain bike and snowmobile trails and eight miles of hiking and cross-country skiing trails. The park also includes a day use lodge, camping facilities and cabins.

Stone State Park is a great place for a family picnic. Three open shelters are available and may be reserved online through the park reservation system or by calling toll free 1-877-IAPARKS.

Veterans Memorial Park WakeďŹ eld, Neb. This park features a wall of honor and a Cobra military helicopter.

Veterans Memorial Park Fifth & Water streets, Sioux City Memorial to the veterans of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard.

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