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Monday, 01 Aug 2016

Fee payment deadline: Fall 2016

Aug 01, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

University bills with Fall 2016 tuition and fees charges available on AccessPlus.

Rummage RAMPage

Aug 01, 2016

12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Ames Intermodal Facility, 129 Hayward Ave.

free

Live Green Live Green

An event with the City of Ames to keep reusable household items out of the landfill during the annual lease changeover window. Donate household items; purchase prices range from $1-$20 (cash only). Proceeds benefit local nonprofit agencies.

The Dirt on Gert

Aug 01, 2016

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Join Reiman Gardens' Horticulturist Jessie Liebenguth for a special presentation about the work of Gertrude Jekyll, a significant late 19th century horticulturist whose Arts & Crafts approach to garden design has made a lasting impression on gardeners the world over.

Tuesday, 02 Aug 2016

Kids' Story Time

Aug 02, 2016

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Each session features a theme with two or three books read aloud followed by a related craft or activity.

Rummage RAMPage

Aug 02, 2016

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Ames Intermodal Facility, 129 Hayward Ave.

free

Live Green Live Green

An event with the City of Ames to keep reusable household items out of the landfill during the annual lease changeover window. Donate household items; purchase prices range from $1-$20 (cash only). Proceeds benefit local nonprofit agencies.

Wednesday, 03 Aug 2016

Retirement reception: Richard VanDePol

Aug 03, 2016

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Ag Engineering/Agronomy Farm, 1308 U Ave., Boone

free

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Meetings, receptions

VanDePol is manager of ISU's agricultural engineering/agronomy research farm. Lunch will be served and the program will begin at 1 p.m.

Youth Summer Camp #3: Earth, Water, and Wildlife

Aug 03, 2016

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Join us for a jam-packed afternoon full of fun indoors and out with educational activities focused on the connections between water, animals, and ecosystems!

Pastel Painting

Aug 03, 2016

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

A four week course on Wednesdays August 3, August 10, August 17, and August 24 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Expressive lines or smoothly blended techniques offer a wide range of ways to paint with the versatile medium of pastels.

Thursday, 04 Aug 2016

Meeting: Professional and Scientific Council

Aug 04, 2016

2:10 PM - 4:00 PM

Gallery, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions

The P&S Council is a representative body elected by, and responsible to, Professional and Scientific employees at Iowa State University. Meetings are open to the public.

Friday, 05 Aug 2016

Undergraduate applications for graduation, Fall 2016

Aug 05, 2016

All day

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Undergraduate applications for graduation for Fall 2016 are due. Submit via AccessPlus (student tab, graduation, application).

Reiman Gardens After Hours

Aug 05, 2016

4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Kick back and relax at Reiman Gardens' After Hours! This quarterly event is an opportunity to enjoy good company and live music in a beautiful garden setting. Additional details to come.

Saturday, 06 Aug 2016

Food & Scent Infusions

Aug 06, 2016

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

A basic introduction on how to pair scent with food and drink in this olfactory class. There are many ways that you can incorporate essential oils into cooking, and cocktails. In this class, we will explore a starting point.

Sunday, 07 Aug 2016

Youth Floral Arranging

Aug 07, 2016

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Kids, learn the basics of floral arranging from HyVee Center Floral Designer Marical Greenwood.

Walk-In Argentine Tango

Aug 07, 2016

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace 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 (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Monday, 08 Aug 2016

Drying & Cooking with Herbs

Aug 08, 2016

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Learn to master the herb and spice basics, as herbalist, Lynn Parkey, discusses growing, drying, and using herbs to enhance your cooking.

Fall Color Photography

Aug 08, 2016

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

A four week course on Mondays August 8, August 15, August 22, and August 29 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Come learn how to capture stunning fall images.

Tuesday, 09 Aug 2016

P&S Council: Seminar Series

Aug 09, 2016

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Gallery Room, Memorial Union

free

Groups, governance Meetings, receptions Special events Training, development

"Being prepared for the unexpected: Safety in your office and public places," officer Timothy Denger, ISU police.

Grade Reports for Summer 2016

Aug 09, 2016

2:15 PM

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

Final grades due on Bb Learn or AccessPlus.

Intermediate Photography: Taking Control of Your Camera

Aug 09, 2016

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

A four week course on Tuesdays August 9, August 16, August 23, and August 30 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Take your photography to the next level with this four-part class.

Webinar for pet owners

Aug 09, 2016

6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Register online for access directions

free

College of Veterinary Medicine Lectures

"Recognizing Cancer Symptoms in Dogs and Cats," is the inaugural webinar in a free series hosted by faculty experts in the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Wednesday, 10 Aug 2016

I Spy Something Green: Insects!

Aug 10, 2016

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Come get up close and personal with some of Iowa's amazing insects.

Pastel Painting

Aug 10, 2016

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

A four week course on Wednesdays August 3, August 10, August 17, and August 24 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Expressive lines or smoothly blended techniques offer a wide range of ways to paint with the versatile medium of pastels.

Light Painting (Photography)

Aug 10, 2016

7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

A four week program on Wednesdays, August 10, August 17, August 24 and August 31 from 7:30 - 10:00 p.m. Learn how to "paint" at night with various light sources and capture the images in your camera.

Performance: Chicago

Aug 10, 2016

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

TBD

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Hailed as one of the "most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era " by former President Bill Clinton

Thursday, 11 Aug 2016

Plant Pals

Aug 11, 2016

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Topic: "Fall Gardens" Join us and cultivate a real garden at Reiman Gardens.

Brown Bag

Aug 11, 2016

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Topic: Going Green - The Reiman Gardens' Intern Experience presented by the Reiman Gardens' summer interns

Retirement reception: Scott White

Aug 11, 2016

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

State Gym south parking lot

free

Student Activities Meetings, receptions

Scott White, associate director of recreation services, is retiring after 40 years of service.

Botanical Beverages: DIY Syrups, Shrubs, & Bitters

Aug 11, 2016

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens

Create exotic mixers straight from your own garden!