Sunday, 23 Oct 2016
Artist Demonstration - Don Colley
Join Don Colley, one of Faber-Castell's celebrated instructors, for a free a casual workshop where he shares tips and his techniques for drawing, his passion for life around him, and discusses being an artist on the go. This is an open house event so come and go as you please. Register to win great prizes. Don't forget to bring your sketchbook!
ISU Symphonic Band and ISU Concert Band
The Symphonic Band is an 80-member ensemble that explores traditional as well as contemporary works by composers such as Percy Grainger, Malcolm Arnold, Gustav Holst, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and Leonard Bernstein. The Symphonic Band is conducted by Steven Smyth, Associate Director of Bands. The Concert Band performs a variety of rich literature and approximately 100 students take part in this group.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. From 5-7pm, the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Tuesday, 25 Oct 2016
Havana Cuba All-Stars
Feel the tropical Caribbean climate inside Stephens as Cuba's greatest and most prominent musicians bring a program of songs and muisc celebrating the extraordinary musical legacy of Cuba that will have the audience dancing in their seats!
Performance: ISU Wind and Percussion ensembles
Dr. Michael Golemo is the director. The Wind Ensemble is recognized as the top concert band at Iowa State. Striving for perfection and playing for the love of music, the sixty members of the Wind Ensemble perform the finest quality literature composed for winds including music from the 16th century through the most contemporary works available for winds. The Wind Ensemble performs works for smaller chamber ensembles to the full ensemble.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)
Wednesday, 26 Oct 2016
Step Afrika!
Step Afrika! was founded in 1994 as the first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping. It now ranks as one of the top ten African American dance companies in the United States.
Hawthorne Heights w/ Convictions and In Her Own Words
While many of the participants in America's post-hardcore sweepstakes have toiled in the underground with a mere modicum of success (if any), Hawthorne Heights achieved much in their 12-year existence.
Thursday, 27 Oct 2016
Walk-In Craft: Felted Zombies
Everyone is DYING to try needle felting! Using wool roving and specialty needles, you will create adorable 3D brain eaters.
Homecoming: Movie Night
"Halloweentown." Refreshments and popcorn will be provided.
Friday, 28 Oct 2016
Homecoming: Exhibit
The items on display from Special Collections and University Archives document Iowa State history and include founding documents, a freshman beanie, Jack Trice's letter and much more.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Trick or Treat
Those in costumes get free studio fees, but everyone gets free candy!
Saturday, 29 Oct 2016
Silk Painting Workshop
Use resist and silk-formulated paints to create beautiful images on a square silk scarf. This art form is fun for artists of any skill level, and there's no such thing as a mistake!
Intermediate Glass Beads Workshop: Twisties and Stringers
Take your bead-making tot he next level! Learn to create colorful strands of twisted glass using the torch. Practice making a multitude of designs and incorporating them into your glass beads.