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What is featured?

Tuesday, 01 May 2012

Kid's Story Time

May 01, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

Free for members. Price of admission for the general public. Pre-registration is highly encouraged.

Reiman Gardens Special events

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.

Tuesday Tea at the Farm House Museum

May 01, 2012

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Farm House Museum, central campus north of Ross Hall

Free and open to the public.

University Museums Arts, performances Special events

Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm the first Tuesday of every month (Feb. - May) and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from 12 to 4 pm so stop in any time.

Wednesday, 02 May 2012

Haiku in the Gardens

May 02, 2012

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Pre-registration with pre-payment by Monday, April 30, 2012 is required. Cost: $24 for CoHorts members. $30 for the general public. $18 for ISU students.

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Lectures Special events

Join local published poet, Dennis Maulsby, for a course in four weekly sessions examining the history, nature, and variations of haiku poetry. Learn to write and appreciate this beautiful poetic art within the endlessly inspiring landscape of the outdoor gardens. No poetry or writing background required-perfect for beginners and those wishing to improve their grasp of the form. Participants will take home a workbook of handouts and reference mate

Friday, 04 May 2012

Graduate College Commencement

May 04, 2012

All day

Hilton Coliseum

Academic Affairs Academic calendar Special events

Commencement ceremony for master's and Ph.D. recipients.

Saturday, 05 May 2012

Central Iowa Woodcarvers Event

May 05, 2012

All day

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Special events

See wood carved sculptures, learn to carve yourself, kids crafts and more.

Undergraduate Commencement

May 05, 2012

1:30 PM

Hilton Coliseum

Academic Affairs Academic calendar Special events

Commencement ceremony, with featured speaker Craig Lang.

Wednesday, 09 May 2012

Haiku in the Gardens

May 09, 2012

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Pre-registration with pre-payment by Monday, April 30, 2012 is required. Cost: $24 for CoHorts members. $30 for the general public. $18 for ISU students.

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Lectures Special events

Join local published poet, Dennis Maulsby, for a course in four weekly sessions examining the history, nature, and variations of haiku poetry. Learn to write and appreciate this beautiful poetic art within the endlessly inspiring landscape of the outdoor gardens. No poetry or writing background required-perfect for beginners and those wishing to improve their grasp of the form. Participants will take home a workbook of handouts and reference mate

Thursday, 10 May 2012

Brown Bag Lecture

May 10, 2012

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Price of admission

Reiman Gardens Lectures Special events

"Building a Green(er) Roof," Jen Bousselot, Master Gardener Coordinator at Iowa State.

Saturday, 12 May 2012

Story County Master Gardener's Association Plant Sale

May 12, 2012

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Free

Reiman Gardens Special events

A large selection of house plants, nursery stock plants, annuals, hanging baskets, and perennial divisions - many from the gardens of Master Gardeners- will be for sale.

Spot the Dog Story Time

May 12, 2012

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Iowa State University Book Store

Operations and Finance Division Meetings, receptions Special events

Join us for Story Time with a special visit from Spot the dog!

Sunday, 13 May 2012

Mother's Day at Reiman Gardens

May 13, 2012

All day

Reiman Gardens

All moms enter free

Reiman Gardens Special events

Bring your mother to Reiman Gardens on Mother's Day.

Tuesday, 15 May 2012

Kid's Story Time

May 15, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

Free for members. Price of admission for the general public. Pre-registration is highly encouraged

Reiman Gardens Special events

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, 16 May 2012

Haiku in the Gardens

May 16, 2012

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Pre-registration with pre-payment by Monday, April 30, 2012 is required. Cost: $24 for CoHorts members. $30 for the general public. $18 for ISU students.

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Special events

Join local published poet, Dennis Maulsby, for a course in four weekly sessions examining the history, nature, and variations of haiku poetry. Learn to write and appreciate this beautiful poetic art within the endlessly inspiring landscape of the outdoor gardens. No poetry or writing background required-perfect for beginners and those wishing to improve their grasp of the form. Participants will take home a workbook of handouts and reference mate

Thursday, 17 May 2012

Behind the Scenes

May 17, 2012

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Special events

Join staff each month for an interactive, behind the scenes look at Reiman Gardens. Each month you will learn interesting facts, and see many things not typically open to the public. Come each month to learn more about Reiman Gardens and its many plants and butterflies.

Saturday, 19 May 2012

Ames Garden Club Plant Sale

May 19, 2012

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Free

Reiman Gardens Special events

Shop at the Ames Garden Club Plant Sale on Saturday, May 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Maintenance Building parking lot of Reiman Gardens. Support the Ames Garden Club.

Tuesday, 22 May 2012

ISU Retirees Spring Picnic

May 22, 2012

5:00 PM

White Oak Winery, Cambridge

$20 per person

University Special events

Are you planning to retire between now and August 31? If so, the ISU Retirees Association invites you and your spouse/friend to its annual spring picnic. Activities include wine tasting, a meal prepared by B Fabulous BBQ and musical entertainment by Dusty Chords. Please register online at http://cyspace.isualum.org/springpicnic by May 18.

Wednesday, 23 May 2012

Haiku in the Gardens

May 23, 2012

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Cost: $24 for CoHorts members. $30 for the general public.

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Special events

Join local published poet, Dennis Maulsby, for a course in four weekly sessions examining the history, nature, and variations of haiku poetry. Learn to write and appreciate this beautiful poetic art within the endlessly inspiring landscape of the outdoor gardens. No poetry or writing background required-perfect for beginners and those wishing to improve their grasp of the form. Participants will take home a workbook of handouts and reference mate

Thursday, 24 May 2012

Floral Design Series

May 24, 2012

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Special events

Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home. Updated with new classes! Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs. Those who complete all nine classes will receive a certificate of floral design from Reiman Gardens.

Floral Design Series

May 24, 2012

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances Special events

Learn the basics of floral design while creating beautiful arrangements to take home. Updated with new classes! Learn the tips and skills used by professionals and create your own one-of-a-kind floral designs. Those who complete all nine classes will receive a certificate of floral design from Reiman Gardens.

Monday, 28 May 2012

Memorial Day Ceremony

May 28, 2012

9:00 AM

Reiman Ballroom, ISU Alumni Center

free

University Special events

The ISU Retirees Association will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony to remember faculty, staff and spouses who have died. Rev. Larry Mitchell, a retired Presbyterian pastor, will officiate, with music provided by Collegiate Brass. If you would like to speak or submit a name and/or information please contact Karen Good (515-294-6515, kjlgood@iastate.edu).