Thursday, 26 Jun 2014
Conference: Iowa Swine Day
Presentations will provide current, science-based information on the topic of antibiotic growth promotion, its relationship with human health and how new federal regulations will affect how pigs will be fed in the future.
Youth Program: Plant Pals
Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens. We will learn about and grow lots of vegetables, pumpkins, tomatoes and sunflowers, as well as beautiful flowers. Each session has hands-on activities to interact with all the wonderful plants that we enjoy and eat. Classes are great for kids of all ages to participate in with an adult.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Garden Gnomes
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. From 3 inch minis to a foot tall "Ginormagnome," find a friend to guard your summer garden.
Indigo Scarf Dyeing Class with Sarah Cady
Dye a cotton summer scarf vibrant blue using pre-mixed natural dye.
Friday, 27 Jun 2014
Graduate College students: cancel graduation
Last day for graduate students to cancel graduation without being assessed a nonrefundable graduation fee.
Saturday, 28 Jun 2014
College Creek cleanup
Small groups of volunteers will walk through designated sections of the creek along the banks and pick up trash. No time limit is required; all help is appreciated. Volunteers should register in advance and check in at the Forker Building parking lot.
Iowa Regional Lily Show
Reiman Gardens is pleased to host the Iowa Regional Lily Society's (IRLS) 41st Annual Lily Show. The theme of the 2014 show is Seasons of Beauty.
Dance social
Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual; indoor shoes or socks are required.
Salsa dance lesson
Xtra Moves: Free salsa dance lesson, hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Includes both beginning and more advanced steps, taught by Ian Herrman. No partner required.
Sunday, 29 Jun 2014
Glass Beads Workshop: Stringers and Twisties
Take your bead skills to the next level! We will practice making and applying stringers and twisties to make plaids, scrolls, and other amazing designs.
Dialogue with the Director
Join University Museums Director Lynette Pohlman for an inside look at the exhibition Illuminating Perception: Explorations of Light and Shadow by Mac Adams in the Christian Petersen Art Museum. The tour will continue on to the Anderson Sculpture Garden and Farm House Museum.
Argentine Tango Practica Class
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.
Monday, 30 Jun 2014
Great Plants for Iowa Series: Perennials for Sun
This series will allow participants to develop knowledge of the wide variety of garden plants that grow well in Central Iowa. Covering nearly 500 plants, these 16 classes are spread across several years. Each class focuses on identification, cultural requirements, and the use of the plants in gardens and the broader landscape.
Paper Making Class
Learn to form sheets of handmade paper using pulp prepared from recycled materials.
Tuesday, 01 Jul 2014
Kids Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity. The books, crafts and activities are intended for children ages two to seven years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Wednesday, 02 Jul 2014
Retirement reception: Jim Gunning
Gunning is a health and safety program manager in environmental health and safety. A short program will be held at 3 p.m.
Class: Black and White Digital Photography
This is a 4 week course on Wednesdays, July 2, July 9, July 16, and July 23 This course builds on the technical foundations of digital photography, expanding practical skills while also fostering your aesthetic awareness and vision as a photographer. Mark Stoltenberg will help you look at the world in a whole new way as you further explore the tools, techniques and identify the best subject matter to create black and white digital images.
Thursday, 03 Jul 2014
Drop deadline, full-session (12-week): Summer 2014
Last day to drop a full-session, 12-week course without extenuating circumstances.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Treasure Boxes
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Decorate a small box to store your cookie fortunes, stamp collection, gaming dice, seashells, skeleton keys, or whatever other items you collect and keep.