Sunday, 26 Sep 2010
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.
Argentine Tango Practica with Valerie Williams
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 27 Sep 2010
Buck Bowling
$1 bowling, $ 1 shoes, and $1 soda.
Family Weekend Commemorative Tiles
Buy a limited edition commemorative tile created by the Workspace staff. Each ceramic tile will feature the Family Weekend logo, and sell for $5 each September 27 - October 3. To purchase a tile visit the Workspace during regular hours.
Monday Organ Series
Featuring Charles Sukup as guest organist
Glass Beads with Rhonda Scott
Create Venetian beads by melting glass rods with a handheld torch. Learn how to incorporate special design techniques, such as dots and frit, to personalize your beads. Meets Mondays from 6-8 pm for 5 weeks.
Film and discussion: "Vincent Who?"
Curtis Chin is a writer, producer and political activist based in Los Angeles. His documentary Vincent Who? recounts the 1982 murder of Vincent Chin, which spurred the Asian American civil rights movement. Vincent Chin was murdered in Detroit by two white autoworkers at the height of anti-Japanese sentiments. A Q&A with producer Curtis Chin will immediately follow the 40-min film.
Monday Night Football
Monday Night Football (MNF) is a live television broadcast of the National Football League
Tuesday, 28 Sep 2010
Tuesday Tea
Come to the Farm House Museum to enjoy tea and conversation about all things Farm House. Mark your calendar from Noon to 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 Noon to 4:00 pm on Tuesdays so stop in any time.
Cornhole with Jonathan Eimer and Annihka Murray
Make a custom Cornhole board and bags for your outdoor gatherings and tailgating. Meets Tuesdays from 6 - 8:30 for 2 weeks.
Felted Beads with Annihka Murray
Learn to use a wet felting technique to create uniquely colorful and textured beads perfect for jewelry. Meets Tuesdays from 6-7 pm for 2 weeks.
Wednesday, 29 Sep 2010
Sculptural Ceramics with Penny Hanson
Learn the basic techniques of handbuilding which will lead to a sculptural process through a series of three projects. Meets Wednesdays from 7 - 9pm for 6 weeks.
Thursday, 30 Sep 2010
Intermediate Mat Cutting with Amy Dreyer
Learn two new matting varieties and look like a pro.
Undressed: Nudity in art
In contemporary art, depictions of nudity seem more and more often to be blurring the line between the sensational and the sensual as seen in the exhibition "Thursday Night Sessions." This program will delve into the world of the nude in art.
Friday, 01 Oct 2010
Concert: The Walden Chamber Players
An event of the Ames Town & Gown Chamber Music Association.
ISU Theatre Production of "Orpheus Descending"
In Greek myth, Orpheus could charm anyone with the power of his music. Even in Hades, his music softened hearts and he was allowed to leave the Underworld with the woman he loved. Tennessee Williams creates an Orpheus who is a wild-spirited young man who plays a guitar. He wanders into small southern town where he discovers he is not the only person who longs for escape and freedom. Warning: Contains offensive language.
Saturday, 02 Oct 2010
Family Weekend Open House
Free crafts with magnets, beads and more plus door prizes! Times TBA depending on the start time of the football game. Check the website for more specific information.
ISU Theatre Production of "Orpheus Descending"
In Greek myth, Orpheus could charm anyone with the power of his music. Even in Hades, his music softened hearts and he was allowed to leave the Underworld with the woman he loved. Tennessee Williams creates an Orpheus who is a wild-spirited young man who plays a guitar. He wanders into small southern town where he discovers he is not the only person who longs for escape and freedom. Warning: Contains offensive language.