Sunday, 12 Aug 2018
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.
Sunday, 19 Aug 2018
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.
Monday, 20 Aug 2018
Craft of the Month: Inked Coasters
Using the brilliant colors of alcohol ink, create abstract, bubbly patterns on a set of four coasters.
Tuesday, 21 Aug 2018
Sharpie Mugs Walk-in Craft
Decorate a white mug with special markers that can be heat-set for washability. We will have design ideas for inspiration including coffee quotes, ways to create patterns, and fancy monogram examples.
Wednesday, 22 Aug 2018
Art Walk: An Artful Welcome
Whether you've been on campus for years or only a few days, join University Museums as we look at the public art that helped set the foundations for the exceptional collection that ISU has today. Meet at the west entrance of the Food Science Building (facing Farm House Lane).
Watercolor Bookmarks Walk-in Craft
Make a splash of watercolor on heavy paper and leave with a bookmark, or small work of art.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
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, 23 Aug 2018
Try the Pottery Wheel
Not ready to commit to a pottery class? Experience throwing on the wheel with Workspace potters!
Woodshop Orientation
Learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment while creating a tool carrier. Leave class with knowledge of proper machinery use, and, most importantly, woodshop safety.
Friday, 24 Aug 2018
Annual ReACT Gallery Kickoff
The ReACT Gallery is intended to be a safe and respectful place to express and explore reactions, opinions, and perspectives of national current event issues that are relevant to the ISU community. Brief remarks will be made at 12:10 by Sarah Nusser and Pam Cain. Light refreshments provided.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Mug Night
We like big cups and we cannot lie! From traditional coffee mugs to ones shaped like owls and elephants, we have mugs of all sizes and styles.
Comedian Alice Wetterlund
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and the public! Come enjoy the fun!
Free Crafts at ISU AfterDark
ISU students are invited to the MU for free late-night activities held three times a semester. Come make a Mini Palette Coaster for our fall kick-off event.
ISU AfterDark
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and the public! Come enjoy the fun!
Comedian Pete Davidson
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and the public! Come enjoy the fun!
Sunday, 26 Aug 2018
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.
Monday, 27 Aug 2018
Canvas Photo Transfers Walk-in Craft
Turn a favorite photograph into a work of art! We will show you the steps to transferring a printed image onto a small canvas. Leave it simple, or give it a vintage look by trying some distressing techniques. Bring in a 5"x7" or smaller image printed on regular white paper (not the actual photograph).
Tuesday, 28 Aug 2018
Mat Cutting Workshop
Learn to size mats, cut straight and beveled edges, and hinge-mount artwork with our handy-dandy mat cutter.
Carillon Summer Concert Series
Carillon concert with guest carillonneur Ellen Dickinson, Trinity College, Hartford, Connecticut. Campanile tours are available after each concert. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a summer evening on central campus with friends and family.
Open Mic Night
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)
Wednesday, 29 Aug 2018
Beginning Soap Making Workshop
Make quality, handmade soap from scratch (no synthetic bases!) using the cold-process method.
Thursday, 30 Aug 2018
The Art of Historic Renovation and Cultural Preservation
Join University Museums for a new series of tours focused on the renovation and preservation stories of the most iconic and historic locations on campus. We will begin with the Farm House Museum and share how University Museums works with campus and community partners to preserve the stories and objects found there. Meet at the Farm House Museum.
Manibus Collaborative Dance-Painting-Happening
Meet the artist and inventor Amenda Tate and experience her robotic painting device!
Wheel Pottery Class
Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
Friday, 31 Aug 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Owl Night
Whooo doesn't love owls? We have owl mugs, plates, figurines and banks, or paint a wise one on another piece you choose. Meet our special guest, Harvey, a Great Horned Owl who will be visiting The Workspace courtesy of the ISU Wildlife Care Clinic.