Sunday, 27 Feb 2011
Author readings: Flyaway Magazine
Three writers in the Iowa State MFA Program in Creative Writing and Environment will read from their creative work: Melissa Lamberton, "Tracing the Creek Home;" Nate Pillman, "Fern Canyon;" and Rebekah Beall, "Parkophilia." The participants were selected from a competitive pool of submissions by the staff of Flyway, a journal of writing and environment.
Iowa State Singers
James Rodde, conductor
ISU Theatre production of "The Miracle Worker"
An illness leaves a very young child named Helen Keller blind and deaf, and consequently mute. By the age of six, she seems to be completely unreachable and her family is losing hope. Then her parents hire Anne Sullivan as a teacher for their daughter, and Anne must discover some way to do the one thing a teacher must--communicate The result is a profoundly moving piece of theatre.
The Wyeths: A Father and His Family-film
This film explores the life and art of Newell Convers Wyeth (1882-1945). During his career, he created over 3,000 paintings and illustrated 112 novels, including Robin Hood, Rip Van Winkle and Treasure Island. Wyeth had a profound effect on the lives and artistic careers of his five children. This film is a portrait of the artist as a family man, told through the cherished photos, home movies and memories of his kids.
Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra
Two-time Grammy Award nominee violinist Philippe Quint and the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra from South Africa will perform in Ames for their first ever tour of North America!
Argentine Tango with Valerie Williams
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Reading: Gnawed Bones
Peggy Shumaker is the Alaska State Writer Laureate. Her new book of poems, Gnawed Bones, is a meditation on mortality and the natural world. Schumaker's many other books include the lyrical memoir, Just Breathe Normally, and six collections of poetry. Part of the Symposium on Wildness, Wilderness and the Creative Imagination.
Coop: A Year of Poultry, Pigs and Parenting
Michael Perry is a humorist and author of the bestselling memoirs "Population 485: Meeting Your Neighbors One Siren at a Time," "Truck: A Love Story" and "Coop: A Year of Poultry, Pigs, and Parenting." In over his head with two pigs, a dozen chickens and a baby due any minute, Perry shares stories from his new life in the country. Part of the Symposium on Wildness, Wilderness and the Creative Imagination.
Monday, 28 Feb 2011
Monday Organ Series
Short, informal organ recitals given by Dr. Lynn Zeigler and ISU Students.
Black and White Photography
An introduction to all aspects of the photographic medium, from camera use and exposure control to basic darkroom procedures for the beginner.
Camera Basics
Your camera works fine as a "point and shoot" but do you want to take even better pictures? Well, then take this class!
Intermediate Knitting: Crazy for Cables
Learn the art of cabled knitting and choose to make a hat, mittens, scarf, or fingerless gloves.
Screenprinting
Have you ever wanted to print your own t-shirts? Then this is the class for you!
Wheel Pottery with Greg Lamont
Learn how to form bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel.
Tuesday, 01 Mar 2011
Tuesday Tea
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Tuesdays this month and enjoy the 150 year old structure in a whole new way. Check the University Museums website to learn what the discussion topic will be. Can't make it at noon? The Farm House will be serving tea from 12 to 4 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time.
Wheel Pottery
Students will be guided through all aspects of forming bowls, mugs, vases and more on the pottery wheel.
Stained Glass
Make something beautiful out of glass to hang in your windows.
Black and White Photography
An introduction to all aspects of the photographic medium, from camera use and exposure control to basic darkroom procedures for the beginner.
Genealogy: Every Family Has a History, Do You Know Yours?
Research your family with the help of the Story County Genealogical Society!
Intermediate Middle Eastern Belly Dance
If you've taken the Begginer's course, take this class and get to the next level.
Wednesday, 02 Mar 2011
Swing Dance: Beginners
Swing dancing is fun, exciting, and a great workout! Learn steps from the Charleston, Jitterbug, and Lindy Hop!
Swing Dance: Intermediates
Swing dancing is fun, exciting, and a great workout! Learn steps from the Charleston, Jitterbug, and Lindy Hop!
Thursday, 03 Mar 2011
Winter Escapes Art Short Course
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa, as she teaches a series of nine classes on watercolors and her trademark slumping plastic that will surely help you beat the winter blues.
Oil Painting
Learn the basics of oil painting and become confident in your technique, you could be the next Rembrandt.
Fiddler on the Roof
Highly anticipated, Fiddler on the Roof makes its debut at Stephens Auditorium and will capture the audience with an unforgettable performance.
Friday, 04 Mar 2011
ISU Theatre production of "The Miracle Worker"
An illness leaves a very young child named Helen Keller blind and deaf, and consequently mute. By the age of six, she seems to be completely unreachable and her family is losing hope. Then her parents hire Anne Sullivan as a teacher for their daughter, and Anne must discover some way to do the one thing a teacher must--communicate The result is a profoundly moving piece of theatre.
William Inge's: Bus Stop
Imagine being stranded in a restaurant with a busload of eccentric people whom you have to wait out a snowstorm with... William Inge's hit comedy Bus Stop is sure to make the audience at Stephens have a night of laughter they won't soon forget!
Saturday, 05 Mar 2011
Winter Escapes Art Short Course
Join Jo Myers-Walker of the Left Bank Studio in Gilbert, Iowa, as she teaches a series of seven classes on watercolors and her trademark slumping plastic that will surely help you beat the winter blues.
Story Time with Derek Anderson
Award-winning author/illustrator and ISU College of Design alumnus Derek Anderson will introduce his new children's picture book, "Story County: Here We Come!" He will speak about how growing up in the real Story County helped shape the tale of a farmer and his animal friends, read the book, and share a drawing lesson. The event is sponsored by the University Book Store.
Lyrica Women's Choir
Kathleen Rodde, conductor