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What is featured?

Tuesday, 18 Oct 2016

My Favorite Things Tour - Reginald Stewart

Oct 18, 2016

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Music Hall, lobby

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Viewing art is personal, that is what makes it powerful. My Favorite Things tours bring some of the more public figures of the ISU community into the museums to discuss their favorite works of art in the collection. This month you will hear from Dr. Reginald Stewart, Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion.

Stained Glass Class

Oct 18, 2016

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU $75, Public $85

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Create a small panel using an array of beautifully colored glass. Learn how to handle glass, choose colors and textures, fit glass to patterns, cut, grind, foil, and solder.

The Capitol Steps

Oct 18, 2016

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

In perfect sync with the 2016 Presidential Race, this satirical comedy troupe provides a unique blend of musical and political comedy. With tasteful lampooning guaranteed to leave both sides of the political spectrum laughing out loud, the only complaints the Steps seem to get is from politicians who are NOT included in the program!

Wednesday, 19 Oct 2016

Peppa Pig's Big Splash

Oct 19, 2016

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Watch children of all ages light up with excitement as Peppa Pig brings their favorite TV characters to life! The action-packed show is based on the top-rated TV series which airs daily on Nick, Jr., and is designed to deliver to preschoolers and young fans an unforgettable theater experience.

Silver PMC Rings Class

Oct 19, 2016

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU $51, Public $61

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Capitalize on the special properties of both silver clay and sterling silver.

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe

Oct 19, 2016

10:00 PM

M-Shop

$1

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's student comedy, improv group. Holding shows on some Wednesday nights, you can come and laugh to your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.

Thursday, 20 Oct 2016

Sugar Skull Embroidery Workshop

Oct 20, 2016

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU $24, Public $34

Student Engagement Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Sugar skulls represent a departed soul during Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and are beautiful pieces of folk art. A number of patterns will be available to choose from and can be personalized with your color choices.

SUB Comedy Night w/ Julian McCullough

Oct 20, 2016

9:00 PM

M-Shop

FREE

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Julian McCullough is an American actor, writer, producer, and comedian best known for his appearances on Love You, Mean It with Whitney Cummings, Chelsea Lately, and Guy Code.

Friday, 21 Oct 2016

Paint Your Own Pottery: Skulls

Oct 21, 2016

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace

Studio fee ($4 ISU, $5 public), plus cost of bisque

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

From creepy Jack Sparrow and scary Eddie from Iron Maiden, to vibrant sugar skulls, paint a cranium that celebrates your favorite skeletal character.

Halfloves w/ Doctor Murdock and Volcano Boys

Oct 21, 2016

9:00 PM

M-Shop

$7 Students / $10 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Halfloves are indie rock band based out of Iowa City that mixes pop sensibilities with heady textures and space to create an emotionally charged sound.

Saturday, 22 Oct 2016

ISU Dance Scholarship Concert

Oct 22, 2016

7:00 PM

Betty Toman Dance Studio, Room 196 Forker Building

$10 balcony, $5 bleachers

College of Human Sciences Arts, performances

Local dance professionals and students perform to benefit the ISU Dance Scholarship fund.

SALES

Oct 22, 2016

9:00 PM

M-Shop

$8 Students / $12 Public

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

SALES is the collaboration between long time friends Lauren Morgan and Jordan Shih.

Sunday, 23 Oct 2016

Artist Demonstration - Don Colley

Oct 23, 2016

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Inside the University Book Store

Operations and Finance Division Arts, performances Special events Student activities

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

Oct 23, 2016

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Ames City Auditorium

$7.00 adults; $5.00 students. Tickets available day of concert.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

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

Oct 23, 2016

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU 5 punches for $35, Public 5 punches for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances 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.

Tuesday, 25 Oct 2016

Havana Cuba All-Stars

Oct 25, 2016

7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

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

Oct 25, 2016

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall, Music Building

$5 for adults / $3 for students

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

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

Oct 25, 2016

8:00 PM

The M-Shop

FREE

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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)