Saturday, 01 Feb 2020
February Craft of the Month: String Art
Hammer nails into a board in the shape of your state, pinpoint your hometown, and add a string pattern. Other designs available, or create your own!
Sunday, 02 Feb 2020
Walk-in Argentine Tango Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Tuesday, 04 Feb 2020
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night gives students the chance to show off their talents to fellow peers. Many perform as musicians, comedians, and poets. Enjoy a night full of talented Iowa State Students. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)
Thursday, 06 Feb 2020
Wheel Pottery Class
Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Start with centering clay and pulling cylinders, the building blocks to throwing on the wheel. Move on to forming bowls, mugs, vases and plates, and learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
Friday, 07 Feb 2020
Paint Your Own Pottery: Valentine's Day Gifts
Show your bestie or your bae all the love this year.
The Nadas Duo w/ Emma Butterworth
Doors open at 7:30pm and tickets are available through this link https://tickets.midwestix.com/event/thenadas_isu2020
Saturday, 08 Feb 2020
Paper Marbling + Hand Lettering Workshop
Learn how to marble paper with instructor Rhonda Scott using the Suminagashi method. You'll be able to make a few papers, and then while they dry, you will walk through step-by-step process to learn the basics of hand-lettering with instructor Kristin Erdman. Bring everything together by lettering phrases on your marbled paper, adding some glittery details, and framing two 4" x 6" works of art. Extra paper can be taken home for future projects.
Monday, 10 Feb 2020
Pop-Up Art Sale
Support local artists and give an original gift of art to your Valentine. Visit our pop-up booth outside the University Bookstore at the MU.
Leatherwork Class
Create two accessories using leatherwork techniques to add a modern-western touch to your wardrobe. Start with the basics including how to cut, stamp, dye and attach snaps to make a bracelet or cuff. Move on to a belt using those techniques and learn how to add a buckle to leather. both pieces can be personalized by paint or stamp designs.
Tuesday, 11 Feb 2020
Pop-Up Art Sale
Support local artists and give an original gift of art to your Valentine. Visit our pop-up booth outside the University Bookstore at the MU.
Wednesday, 12 Feb 2020
Pop-Up Art Sale
Support local artists and give an original gift of art to your Valentine. Visit our pop-up booth outside the University Bookstore at the MU.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
This group is great for those who love the improv comedy humor of their fellow college students and can't get enough of location, occupation, means of death.
Thursday, 13 Feb 2020
Pop-Up Art Sale
Support local artists and give an original gift of art to your Valentine. Visit our pop-up booth outside the University Bookstore at the MU.
Friday, 14 Feb 2020
Pop-Up Art Sale
Support local artists and give an original gift of art to your Valentine. Visit our pop-up booth outside the University Bookstore at the MU.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Two for One Studio Fees
Bring a friend! We will show you the basics of painting your piece and fire it within a week. The cost of the bisque still applies.
Monday, 17 Feb 2020
Walk-in Craft: Ankara Wrapped Bangle Bracelets
Ankara fabric (or African Wax Printing) is created through a wax-resist dyeing technique and is known for its vivid colors and bold patterns. Find a combination of Ankara fabrics that you like, and we will show you how to wrap them around cord to make a set of three bracelets sized just for you.
Tuesday, 18 Feb 2020
Walk-in Craft: Ankara Wrapped Bangle Bracelets
Ankara fabric (or African Wax Printing) is created through a wax-resist dyeing technique and is known for its vivid colors and bold patterns. Find a combination of Ankara fabrics that you like, and we will show you how to wrap them around cord to make a set of three bracelets sized just for you.
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night gives students the chance to show off their talents to fellow peers. Many perform as musicians, comedians, and poets. Enjoy a night full of talented Iowa State Students. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)
Wednesday, 19 Feb 2020
Walk-in Craft: Ankara Wrapped Bangle Bracelets
Ankara fabric (or African Wax Printing) is created through a wax-resist dyeing technique and is known for its vivid colors and bold patterns. Find a combination of Ankara fabrics that you like, and we will show you how to wrap them around cord to make a set of three bracelets sized just for you.
Woven Wall Hanging Class
The popularity of weaving is back, and this is a great way to get started on your fibers journey. Learn basic skills including how to set up a small loom, creating shapes by decreasing and increasing warps, knotting, and incorporating wool roving and other textures. Experiment with adding non-traditional elements to your weaving such as paper or natural elements. Finish a 13" x 18" weaving that will be ready to hang in your favorite space.
Thursday, 20 Feb 2020
Walk-in Craft: Ankara Wrapped Bangle Bracelets
Ankara fabric (or African Wax Printing) is created through a wax-resist dyeing technique and is known for its vivid colors and bold patterns. Find a combination of Ankara fabrics that you like, and we will show you how to wrap them around cord to make a set of three bracelets sized just for you.
Striped Cutting Board Class
Using strips of hardwood like maple, walnut and cherry, create a cutting board that will be a beautiful addition to your kitchen.
SUB Comedy Night w/ Sara Schaefer
SUB Comedy Night with Sara Schaefer
Friday, 21 Feb 2020
Paint Your Own Pottery: Potty Mouth Pottery
hHwhen you paint whatever @#$! words you want on a bowl, mug, or plate at this event.
Monday, 24 Feb 2020
Wheel Pottery Class
Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Start with centering clay and pulling cylinders, the building blocks to throwing on the wheel. Move on to forming bowls, mugs, vases and plates, and learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
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. Students may purchase the toolbox for $6 after class or we will use them for our Art Mart fundraiser. The orientation is required in order to use the woodshop on your own.
Wednesday, 26 Feb 2020
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
This group is great for those who love the improv comedy humor of their fellow college students and can't get enough of location, occupation, means of death.
Friday, 28 Feb 2020
Paint Your Own Pottery: Raining Cats and Dogs
Pet lovers, this night is for you! Find mugs, plates, bowls, treat jars, water dishes, figurines, and more!
John Primer
John Primer paved the way for Chicago blues. He has played with Sammy Lawhorn, Junior Wells, Buddy Guy, and more.
Saturday, 29 Feb 2020
Trevor Sensor & Halfloves
Trevor Sensor is widely known for his 2016 debut EP and is often compared to artists like Tom Waits and Bob Dylan. His voice sounds aged decades beyond his years. Halfloves mixes pop sensibilities with heady textures and space to create an emotionally charged sound.