Saturday, 01 Feb 2014
Craft of the Month: Hometown Love String Art
Hammer nails into a painted board in the shape of your state, pinpoint your hometown and add a string pattern. Lots of ways to personalize for someone special before Valentine's Day or for any special occasion.
Tai Chi Class
Learn the Yang Style Short Form as developed by Cheng Man Ching. The fun, easy-to-learn movements of The Form refresh the spirit and help improve balance, posture, flexibility, confidence, circulation, and overall health and well-being.
Intermediate Tai Chi Class
Learn the Yang Style Short Form as developed by Cheng Man Ching. The fun, easy-to-learn movements of The Form refresh the spirit and help improve balance, posture, flexibility, confidence, circulation, and overall health and well-being.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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 dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Sunday, 02 Feb 2014
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 03 Feb 2014
Swing Dance Class
This class will lead you through basic swing dancing so that you'll feel comfortable on the social dance floor and dancing to a variety of swing music.
Tuesday, 04 Feb 2014
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 7:00 p.m. until all spots are filed)
Wednesday, 05 Feb 2014
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.
Metalworking Class
Begin your exploration of metalsmithing by learning how to work with different types of metal, how to safely use tools, and techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting.
Thursday, 06 Feb 2014
A Celebration of the Legacy of George Washington Carver
Join University Museums as we celebrate the legacy of one of our most storied alumni, George Washington Carver. Several interesting discoveries (or perhaps rediscoveries) of Dr. Carver's time on campus will be revealed as we continue to celebrate his story.
Backstage Pass to Stephens Auditorium Art Curtain
One of two chances to see the curtain, Silver Code, up-close! Join University Museums' staff at Stephens Auditorium (also March 2, noon to 2 pm) for an open house and tours of the ongoing work. These open houses are free and open to the public, tickets are not required.
Fine Silver (Metal Clay) Jewelry Class
Although metal clay looks and feels similar to clay, it becomes 99.9% silver after firing in a kiln. Stamp it, carve in it, sculpt it--the possibilities are endless! Learn to use this versatile and beautiful material to make a pendant or earrings.
Performance: Love and Honor: Iowa in the Civil War
April of 2014 celebrates the 150th anniversary of the ending of the Civil War. Iowa sent a greater proportion of its men between the ages of 15-40 than did any other state. This is the story of four of them and three women who loved them.
Friday, 07 Feb 2014
Paint Your Own Pottery: Valentine's Day Gifts
Join us for a fun exploration of techniques in "painting" bisque. Personalize a piece for your sweetheart or bestie!
Saturday, 08 Feb 2014
Valentine's Day Cards
We've got the supplies, you bring the creativity! Paper, glitter, fabric, stamps, buttons, foam shapes and more to make your valentines.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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 dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Sunday, 09 Feb 2014
Valentine's Day Cards
We've got the supplies, you bring the creativity! Paper, glitter, fabric, stamps, buttons, foam shapes and more to make your valentines.
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Latin Dance instruction and performance
The Twin Cities-based Afro-Cuban dance group Salsabrosa will perform and provide Latin dance instruction. This free event is open to the public.
Monday, 10 Feb 2014
Woodshop: Nesting Boxes Class
Make a 6, 5 & 4 inch set of nesting boxes. Part of the class will utilize hand tools to learn a traditional hand joinery technique.
Tuesday, 11 Feb 2014
Lunchtime Gallery Talk
University Museums Director, Lynette Pohlman, will tour the exhibition of Jay N. Darling's acclaimed waterfowl, duck, and landscape prints with a focus on the extraordinary effort of his grandson Christopher "Kip" Koss who tirelessly promoted the legacy of his grandfather and was the driving force behind the University Museum's wonderful collection of Darling's fine art prints.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv comedy troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Wednesday, 12 Feb 2014
ArtWalk: Romance in the Stacks
Did you know that at one time the library was a popular place for a gentleman to ask a young lady out for a date? Join University Museums as we stroll through Parks Library to uncover some of the romantic images and stories behind several of the Art on Campus objects in the library. Meet your guide inside the main entrance of the library.
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.
Oil Painting Class
Through this class, students will become comfortable using oil paint, and gain confidence in color mixing, composition, and paint application.
Woodshop Orientation Class
For the beginner who wants to learn the fundamentals of woodworking equipment. Proper usage of the machinery will be covered, as well as woodshop safety. This class is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
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, 13 Feb 2014
Performance: Four Score & Seven Years Ago
The importance of courage and personal integrity is presented against the backdrop of the American Civil War as young Lemuel, a runaway slave from Georgia, and Jacob, a young Confederate soldier, become unexpected friends. Presented by ArtsPower.
Performance: Four Score & Seven Years Ago presented by ArtsPower
The importance of courage and personal integrity is presented against the backdrop of the American Civil War as young Lemuel, a runaway slave from Georgia, and Jacob, a young Confederate soldier, become unexpected friends.