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What is featured?

Friday, 04 Dec 2015

WinterFest: Ice skating

Dec 04, 2015

8:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

free

Student Engagement Special events Student activities

Free for the first 600 participants.

Saturday, 05 Dec 2015

Art Mart

Dec 05, 2015

All day

The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Pottery, blown glass, jewelry, prints, baskets and accessories created by Ames and ISU artists will be for sale. Most items sell for $3 - $20 and support individual artists and the sponsoring organizations.

Butterfly Blizzard

Dec 05, 2015

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Experience a blizzard of butterflies in Reiman Gardens' Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing! You won't want to miss this opportunity to release your very own butterfly in this tropical, indoor garden.

Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale

Dec 05, 2015

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Parking lot, Reiman Gardens

Trees: $30-$50, wreaths: $20-$30

Student Activities Student activities

Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.

Hort Club: Poinsettia Fundraiser

Dec 05, 2015

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$10-$30

Student Activities Student activities

Members of the student Horticulture Club will sell poinsettia plants in several campus locations. Six varieties in two sizes (6.5 and 10 inches) are available, while supplies last. Poinsettias were grown by club members.

Wreath Workshop

Dec 05, 2015

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$36-$45

Reiman Gardens

Learn how to assemble a holiday wreath with Reiman Gardens' Manager of Public Programs, Aaron Steil.

Star Wars Story Time

Dec 05, 2015

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Inside the University Book Store

free

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions

Join us for a Star Wars Story Time!

Christmas at the Farm House

Dec 05, 2015

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Farm House Museum

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Celebrate the holiday season at the Farm House Museum during WinterFest. Warm up with hot cocoa as you explore the first building on Iowa State's campus and experience what Christmas was like at the turn of the century.

Willow Basket Workshop

Dec 05, 2015

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$48-$60

Reiman Gardens

Make your own sturdy, 10-12" square willow basket from expert willow artists Pam Dennis and Ryk Weiss.

Cyclone Cinema: Fantastic Four

Dec 05, 2015

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. this Thursday and Friday. Hope to see you there!

ISU Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band and Concert Band

Dec 05, 2015

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available at the door or the Stephens Box Office.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The three concert bands at Iowa State will close out the Fall semester with a few holiday classics.

Performance: Love and Information

Dec 05, 2015

7:30 PM - 9:15 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

First produced in 2012, this script contains over fifty plays performed in under two hours, each play has different characters and each begins with a statement and a situation that is familiar such as "I'm frightened" or "What did you do that for?" or "I don't want to spend an evening with them again." The theme is about individuals trying to connect and understand each other--sometimes the attempt is in vain, but it's always worth the effort.

Sunday, 06 Dec 2015

Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale

Dec 06, 2015

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Parking lot, Reiman Gardens

Trees: $30-$50, wreaths: $20-$30

Student Activities Student activities

Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.

Christmas at the Farm House

Dec 06, 2015

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Farm House Museum

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Celebrate the holiday season at the Farm House Museum during WinterFest. Warm up with hot cocoa as you explore the first building on Iowa State's campus and experience what Christmas was like at the turn of the century.

Performance: Love and Information

Dec 06, 2015

1:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Fisher Theater, Ames

Adults $18, seniors $16, students $11

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

First produced in 2012, this script contains over fifty plays performed in under two hours, each play has different characters and each begins with a statement and a situation that is familiar such as "I'm frightened" or "What did you do that for?" or "I don't want to spend an evening with them again." The theme is about individuals trying to connect and understand each other--sometimes the attempt is in vain, but it's always worth the effort.

Women's basketball

Dec 06, 2015

2:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

$5-$12

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Southern.

Holiday Choral Festival

Dec 06, 2015

3:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$10.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available at the door or the Stephens Box Office.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Performance by the ISU choirs.

Argentine Tango

Dec 06, 2015

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU Five punches for $35, Public Five Punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

This Milonga 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. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or socks.

Cyclone Cinema: Fantastic Four

Dec 06, 2015

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Student activities

The Student Union Board presents Cyclone Cinema! Showings are FREE in Carver 101 at 7 and 10 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Hope to see you there!

Monday, 07 Dec 2015

Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments

Dec 07, 2015

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$5

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our pattern to create intricate details on a glass ornament. Walk in anytime but give yourself half an hour.

Men's basketball

Dec 07, 2015

8:00 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Limited availability

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State vs. Buffalo.

Tuesday, 08 Dec 2015

P&S Council Seminar Series

Dec 08, 2015

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Pioneer Room, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Lectures Training, development

"Ten Tips to Reaching Your Full Potential," Nancy Franz, professor emeritus, ISU School of Education. The seminar will be webcast live and archived for later viewing.

Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments

Dec 08, 2015

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$5

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our pattern to create intricate details on a glass ornament. Walk in anytime but give yourself half an hour.

Meeting: Faculty Senate

Dec 08, 2015

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

The Faculty Senate represents the general faculty of Iowa State University and participates in shared governance of the University with the administration. Senate meetings are open to the public.

Auditions: Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Dangerous Liaisons)

Dec 08, 2015

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

130 Music Hall

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Student activities

Roles available for 4 men and 6 women. Auditions are open to all ISU students. Pick up audition materials and sign up for a an audition time in 2130 Pearson Hall. Funded by Student Government.

Wednesday, 09 Dec 2015

Financial Aid Conference for Campus Partners

Dec 09, 2015

8:00 AM - 12:15 PM

Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Conferences Training, development

For Iowa State faculty and staff to provide information about the financial aid process and other financial aid issues/situations affecting students on campus. The event is intended to assist faculty and staff within their professional roles. Register online.

Workshop: Paper Star Lantern

Dec 09, 2015

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$20-$25

Reiman Gardens

Are you inspired by the paper star lanterns you see in holiday displays? Now you can make your own in this workshop, where we will provide you with a variety of papers, show you how it's done, and leave you with your very own collapsible paper star lantern and electrical component.

Art Walk: A Celebration of Beginnings, A Celebration of the Future

Dec 09, 2015

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Farm House Museum

Free

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Join University Museums Interpretation Specialist David Faux as the University Museums' 40th Anniversary celebration nears its completion by exploring Iowa State's origin at the Farm House Museum. Come to enjoy the stories of the house and add to the legacy of all those who have come before by sharing your stories. Meet David at the Farm House Museum.

Walk-In Craft: Etched Glass Ornaments

Dec 09, 2015

2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$5

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Need a last minute gift? Use etching cream with one of our pattern to create intricate details on a glass ornament. Walk in anytime but give yourself half an hour.

Poster presentation and reception: University Honors program

Dec 09, 2015

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Academic Affairs Meetings, receptions

Fall 2015 Honors graduates and other Honors students will present information and answer questions about their capstone projects.