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Sunday, 30 Sep 2012

Performance: Noises Off

Sep 30, 2012

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Fisher Theater

Adults $16, seniors 65 and up $14, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

"Noises Off" began when the Michael Frayn stood backstage to watch a performance of a farce he had written and decided that what he saw backstage was funnier than what was happening onstage. The result is "Noises Off" which shows the disintegration of a third rate theatre company from behind the scenes. Frank Rich, theatre critic for The New York Times, called the script "The funniest play written in my lifetime."

Argentine Tango Practica

Sep 30, 2012

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU Five punches $30/Public Five punches $40

The Workspace Diversity Student activities

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.

SUB Film: Rock of Ages

Sep 30, 2012

7:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Diversity Special events Student activities

Comfortable seating with awesome sound and projection.Movies show every week, all semester at 7 & 10pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Concessions are for sale. Sponsored by Student Union Board, GSB and IRHA.

ISU's Project Runway

Sep 30, 2012

8:00 PM

Great Hall, MU

Student Union Board Athletics Diversity Live Green Special events Student activities

Fifteen teams will create garments that will be revealed at a runway walk and judging on Sunday, September 30 at 8pm in the Great Hall of the Memorial Union. April Johnston, from Project Runway Season 8 and Project Runway All Stars, will be the guest host and judge.

Monday, 01 Oct 2012

Basketweaving: And Boot Two

Oct 01, 2012

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $25/Public $35 (supplies included)

The Workspace Student activities

Did Santa leave his boot behind? Weave Santa's Boot Two in class and you will have enough supply to start Boot One in class and take it home to finish. The boots will be trimmed in white fur.

Swing

Oct 01, 2012

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $40/Public $50

The Workspace Student activities

This class will lead you through basic swing dancing so that you'll feel comfortable on the social dance floor and dancing to a variety of swing music. We'll touch on elements of Jitterbug, Charleston and Lindy Hop. Swing is a great social dance and is loads of fun. No partner or experience required!

Tuesday, 02 Oct 2012

Open Mic Night

Oct 02, 2012

8:00 PM

The M-Shop, MU

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Diversity Special events Student activities

Sign up is at 7 p.m. Performances at 8 p.m. All talents and guests welcome!

Wednesday, 03 Oct 2012

Wire Work: Bead Links

Oct 03, 2012

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $18/Public $28 (some supplies included)

The Workspace Student activities

Learn how to make dangles, charms and bead links to create pendants or elements for a bracelet. Bring your stash of beads to class with you.

Intermediate Knitting: Baby Sweaters

Oct 03, 2012

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $16/Public $26 (supplies are not included)

The Workspace Student activities

Is someone in your life expecting a little one? This course will guide intermediate knitters through the construction of a basic baby sweater. Baby sweaters are a great introduction to garment construction without the time investment required for an adult sweater. We will be following one of two Elizabeth Zimmerman patterns - Baby Surprise or February Baby. Knitters should be familiar with increasing, decreasing and yarn-overs.

SUB Music: Paper Thick Walls w/ Mutts

Oct 03, 2012

8:00 PM - 11:30 PM

The M-Shop, MU

$5 Students, $7 Public ($2 increase day of show)

Student Union Board Arts, performances Diversity Special events Student activities

Comprised of five talented musicians, Paper Thick Walls have been making elegant music for the last four years.

Thursday, 04 Oct 2012

Enameling

Oct 04, 2012

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $91/Public $101 (supplies included)

The Workspace Student activities

For a fabulous splash of color, create torch-fired enamel jewelry! Learn how to safely enamel copper and other metal without a kiln. Enamel copper and iron beads and bead caps as well as wire and flat copper sheet. Pull everything together with basic wire working techniques to complete your jewelry.

SUB Film: The Amazing Spider-Man

Oct 04, 2012

7:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Diversity Special events Student activities

Comfortable seating with awesome sound and projection.Movies show every week, all semester at 7 & 10pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Concessions are for sale. Sponsored by Student Union Board, GSB and IRHA.

Friday, 05 Oct 2012

SUB Film: The Amazing Spider-Man

Oct 05, 2012

7:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Diversity Special events Student activities

Comfortable seating with awesome sound and projection.Movies show every week, all semester at 7 & 10pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Concessions are for sale. Sponsored by Student Union Board, GSB and IRHA.

Dance social

Oct 05, 2012

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

196 Forker

free

Student Activities Student activities

Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.

Performance: Noises Off

Oct 05, 2012

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames, Lincoln Way and Beach Ave.

Adults $16, seniors 65 and up $14, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

"Noises Off" began when the Michael Frayn stood backstage to watch a performance of a farce he had written and decided that what he saw backstage was funnier than what was happening onstage. The result is "Noises Off" which shows the disintegration of a third rate theatre company from behind the scenes. Frank Rich, theatre critic for The New York Times, called the script "The funniest play written in my lifetime."

SUB Music: Tony Lucca w/ Gabe Dixon

Oct 05, 2012

9:00 PM - 11:30 PM

The M-Shop, MU

$12 Students, $15 Public ($2 increase day of show)

Student Union Board Arts, performances Diversity Special events Student activities

Tony Lucca started his music career back in 1991 as a member of The Mickey Mouse Club alongside Justin Timberlake, Britney Spears, and Christina Aguilera. For years he performed with notable acts such as, 'N Sync, Marc Anthony, Macy Gray, and Sara Bareilles. Lucca also saw recent success and much acclaim as a contestant on NBC's hit show The Voice. Tony finished as 2nd runner up, competing as part of Team Adam and coached by Adam Levine.

Saturday, 06 Oct 2012

Yarn Bomb!

Oct 06, 2012

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Workspace, Iowa State Memorial Union

The Workspace Student activities

The Workspace and Ames C.art are takin' our craft to the streets! Yarn bombing is a fun and creative way to use up leftover yarn or find something to do with an unfinished project while adding temporary public art to a space. Because it can be eventually removed with just a pair of scissors it is also environmentally friendly.

Cyclone Stampede Rodeo 50th Anniversary

Oct 06, 2012

1:00 PM

ISU rodeo arena, 3726 State Ave. (south of Highway 30)

$5-$10 (12 and under free)

Student Activities Student activities

Collegiate teams from the Great Plains region will compete in the ISU Rodeo Club's 50th Cyclone Stampede rodeo. The event also features bull fighters, food vendors, apparel and tack vendors and rodeo clowns.

Cyclone Stampede Rodeo 50th Anniversary

Oct 06, 2012

7:00 PM

ISU rodeo arena, 3726 State Ave. (south of Highway 30)

$5-$10 (12 and under free)

Student Activities Student activities

Collegiate teams from the Great Plains region will compete in the ISU Rodeo Club's 50th Cyclone Stampede rodeo. The event also features bull fighters, food vendors, apparel and tack vendors and rodeo clowns.

SUB Film: The Amazing Spider-Man

Oct 06, 2012

7:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Diversity Special events Student activities

Comfortable seating with awesome sound and projection.Movies show every week, all semester at 7 & 10pm on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Concessions are for sale. Sponsored by Student Union Board, GSB and IRHA.

Performance: Noises Off

Oct 06, 2012

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames, Lincoln Way and Beach Ave.

Adults $16, seniors 65 and up $14, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

"Noises Off" began when the Michael Frayn stood backstage to watch a performance of a farce he had written and decided that what he saw backstage was funnier than what was happening onstage. The result is "Noises Off" which shows the disintegration of a third rate theatre company from behind the scenes. Frank Rich, theatre critic for The New York Times, called the script "The funniest play written in my lifetime."

SUB Live Music: Jon McLaughlin

Oct 06, 2012

9:00 PM

The M-Shop, MU

$12 ($7 w/ ISU Student ID) in advance | $2 increase day of show

Student Union Board Arts, performances Diversity Special events Student activities

Speaking from his home in the Midwest on a beautiful spring day, singer-songwriter Jon McLaughlin would strike you as a pretty relaxed guy. As he recounts his numerous accomplishments without any bravado, it would be understandable for McLaughlin to feel like he could coast a little as he prepares to release his third album, Promising Promises (Razor & Tie).