Sunday, 10 Feb 2013
Valentine's Day: Prescription for Love
Make a unique and entertaining Valentine!
Monday, 11 Feb 2013
Wheel Pottery
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel.
Tuesday, 12 Feb 2013
Iowa State University Symphony Orchestra
An audience favorite each year, the 80-member ISU Symphony Orchestra returns under the baton of Jacob Harrison, ISU Director of Orchestral Activities.
Metal Clay and Color
Color on metal is the hottest trend in jewelry today!
Wirework
Learn to make several styles of headpins, ear wires, clasps and jump rings for assembling you own jewelry!
Curator’s Choice
Meet Adrienne Gennett, assistant curator and the newest addition to the University Museums staff, for a discussion of the latest exhibition in the Brunnier Art Museum. This semester's exhibition, Curatorial Review, will feature new objects every month with a variety of themes from ceramics, glass, and jade to enamels, furniture and dolls.
Wednesday, 13 Feb 2013
ArtWalk: Can you hear me? Can you hear me now?
Join University Museums for a tour and discussion of Lingo and Links, two works of art that challenge us to think differently about communication and connections. Meet the docent at the east entrance of the Communications Building.
Artful yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. This free yoga practice is sponsored by the University Museums and Recreation Services.
Reception for Art Inspired Exhibit
A juried exhibition with diverse media and a wide range of themes reflecting the current work of ISU students.
Recycled Aluminum Jewelry
A whole new definition of "pop art" can be found in this green project!
ISU Jazz Ensembles I & II
James Bovinette, directs Jazz Ensemble I Michael Giles, directs Jazz Ensemble II
Shrek the Musical
Far, far and away the funniest new show on Broadway, SHREK THE MUSICAL is making it's first ever appearance in Central Iowa!
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester as well as performing the Monday of VEISHEA week. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Thursday, 14 Feb 2013
Beginning Metals
Learn the basics of metalsmithing in this class including how to work with different types of metal, how to safely use tools, and techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing, and riveting.
Performance: Rain
The Beatles Tribute band you cannot miss!
Friday, 15 Feb 2013
Neil Simon's Biloxi Blues
We welcome back the incomparable Montana RepertoryTheatre with Neil Simon's great Biloxi Blues, a comedy about young men going off to war that earned Mr. Simon his first Tony® Award.
Saturday, 16 Feb 2013
Winter Photography 2013
Explore the photographic challenges and potential of the winter landscape.
Yarn Dyeing
Learn the basics of acid dyeing your own yarn for knitting, crocheting or weaving projects!
ISU Symphony Orchestra
Jacob Harrison, conductor
Sunday, 17 Feb 2013
Beyond Basics: Recycled Glass Beads
Go green and make glass beads from your recycling bin! Learn techniques to safely cut and use bottle glass in lampwork. Other techniques may be used as time permits.
Monday, 18 Feb 2013
Bookbinding
Learn how to create a sketchbook or journal using the Coptic Stitch!
Crochet
Learn everything a beginner needs to know including how to hold the yarn and hook properly, do the basic crochet stitches and manipulate those stitches for different looks and effects.
Glass Beads
Learn the process of sculpting glass rods by heating and melting the glass in the flame of a gas-powered torch.
Beginning Photoshop
Explore the basic tools in Photoshop, learn how they work and what they can do.
Tuesday, 19 Feb 2013
Varieties: Sweepstakes tech rehearsal
Varieties has been showcasing the talent of Iowa State students for more than 80 years. Performances consist of "mini-musicals" that are performed with original lyrics and choreography.
Wednesday, 20 Feb 2013
Artful yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. This free yoga practice is sponsored by the University Museums and Recreation Services.
Connect, Create, Celebrate: An Expressive Writing Workshop
This creative writing short course effectively helps writers develop their skills of self-expression. Through the use of writing prompts and thematic sessions, the program is designed to inspire writers to consider their world in a new light.
Thursday, 21 Feb 2013
Cocktail Table and Tray
Impress your guests with a hand-made cocktail table and tray at your next gathering!
Beginning Sewing
Start learning to use a sewing machine with 3 simple projects ââ'¬" infinity scarf, reversible scarf and an aromatherapy wheat sack.
CANCELED: From Whale Bones to the White Cube
Cancelled due to inclement weather. Modern day museums have long been a way to display collections and share them with the world. Join Lynette Pohlman, director and chief curator, as she takes you through the history of museums from ancient times to today.