Sunday, 05 Jun 2016
A Walk on the Wild Side
Catch the last tour of Gwynn Murrill's animal sculptures in the Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden to discuss her career as an artist, her unique style and the comparison of Murrill's artwork to other sculptures in the garden. The exhibition, "A Walk on the Wild Side," will be removed and returned to the artist in July, making room for a new temporary public art installation, a hallmark of the mission of the sculpture garden.
Walk-In Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 06 Jun 2016
Touching Nature: Sensory Integration
Information received through touch, taste, vision, smell, and sound lay the foundation with which a child gains skills, self-confidence, and mastery of his/her body and their environment.
Abstract People Hand Built Sculptures
Create abstract people in clay with artist and instructor Diane O'Hern. Add butterflies to your piece to tell a story! Then using the basic shapes, let's look at the work of famous artist Henry Moore and create action figures enjoying the Gardens or figures reclining in the landscape. A make and take art project for children through adults. Preregistration with prepayment is required.
Screen Printing Class
Learn an inexpensive way to create custom t-shirts. Bring in your shirts and print away!
Sewing Class: Oh, Baby!
Learn beginning sewing skills and make something special for a new baby.
Tuesday, 07 Jun 2016
Kids Story Time
Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity.
Workshop Series: What is a Flipped Classroom? (Part 1)
This 4-part series offers an opportunity to learn more about the flipped classroom and how to incorporate this approach into a course. Coordinating faculty: Jacqulyn Baughman, senior lecturer in mechanical engineering.
Movement Milestones: Expression for Ages 15-18
A four week class on Tuesdays June 7, June 14, June 21 and June 28 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Join Camilla Kottman, Board-Certified Movement Therapist, for a 4-week course exploring movement and development for high school-aged youth.
Wednesday, 08 Jun 2016
Integrated Pest Management (PPP Program)
Integrated Pest Management is a holistic approach to addressing the pests and problems that affect our plants. IPM can be applied in any growing situation, and it is especially useful for the home gardener.
Youth Summer Camp #1: Incredible Insects!
Join us for a jam-packed afternoon full of fun and educational activities focused on insects!
Walk-In Belly Dance
Sample a variety of folkloric dances from the Middle East and North Africa.
Thursday, 09 Jun 2016
Brown Bag
Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy an education program. Attend each month and experience a new topic presented by local and regional professionals and lecturers. Topic: Chromophilia: A Personal & Professional Relationship with Color
Open house: ISU Economic Development Core Facility
Construction on the university's new center for economic development activities wraps up this month.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Father's Day Gifts
No ugly ties this year!
Wheel Pottery Class
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel.
Friday, 10 Jun 2016
8th annual Open house: ISU Dairy Farm
Enjoy tours on the half hour (6:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.), dairy product samples, and demonstrations of current technologies and best practices in animal care and environmental stewardship.
Retirement reception: Steve Petersen
Steve Petersen has served 10 years as an IT specialist for Iowa Public Radio. A short recognition program will begin at 3 p.m.
Saturday, 11 Jun 2016
Intro to Natural Perfume Blending
Join professional natural perfumer Amanda Feeley for an in-depth introduction to natural perfume blending, from the history of perfuming to the different accords of a full scent and how to smell them.
Tie-Dye T-Shirts and Tablecloths
Join artist Natalie Buskohl for a messy, fun, colorful family workshop working with tie-dye!
Sunday, 12 Jun 2016
Walk-In Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.