Sunday, 22 Jul 2018
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
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 better dancing. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie Williams, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Tuesday, 24 Jul 2018
Plant Pals
Join us weekly on Tuesdays as our kids' horticulture program covers more diverse topics and expands to other areas of the Gardens.
RAGBRAI Celebration
RAGBRAI riders are encouraged to visit Reiman Gardens during their stop in Ames!
Farewell reception: Dimitri Argyriou
Dimitri Argyriou, chief research officer for the Ames Laboratory, is leaving for another position.
Moving Watercolor Effects
2-week program on Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning July 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Play with watercolor paint in various ways as you explore the physicality of the medium in this quick 4-session course taught by artist Yvonne Brune.
Carillon Summer Concert Series
Carillon concert with guest carillonneur Ray McLellan, Michigan State University, Lansing. Campanile tours are available after each concert. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a summer evening on central campus with friends and family.
Thursday, 26 Jul 2018
Transgrid-X 2030 Symposium
A large-scale national power transmission planning study, with a discussion of next steps forward. In light of the changes in the power system, and the vintage of existing seams facilities, we think it's time to revisit whether the seam that separates the Eastern and Western Interconnections should be replaced in-kind or reimagined using high voltage transmission. Registration is required.
Plant Walk: Native Perennials
What IS that plant? Get to know the works of art in our living museum from the expert herself
Friday, 27 Jul 2018
Zendoodle Workshop for Kids
Kids, join artist and instructor Sara Merritt for a fun and colorful workshop exploring this meditative art form through movement-inspired shapes and designs.
Retirement reception: Linda Nelson
Linda Nelson, clerk in the veterinary pathology department, is retiring after 15 years of service to the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Dinosaurs vs. Unicorns
Incorporate a terrestrial vertebrate or mythical creature into your design or paint one of our figurines.
Saturday, 28 Jul 2018
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.