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What is featured?

Sunday, 01 Mar 2020

March Craft of the Month: Wood tray Spruce Up

Mar 01, 2020

2:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

$8-$12 depending on size, per person

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Using a combination of paint, decoupaged papers and oil markers, turn a plain wood tray into a decorative piece or functional storage spot. Three tray sizes available.

Walk-in Argentine Tango Lessons

Mar 01, 2020

4:00 PM

Workspace

$

Student Engagement Arts, performances

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Monday, 02 Mar 2020

Drawing Class

Mar 02, 2020

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $58, Public $68

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Take this opportunity to learn and develop drawing skills, whether you are a beginner who likes to doodle or an artist with experience. Students will be guided through a variety of exercises to enhance your drawing technique including: line, perspective, light and shadow, and composition, while developing hand-eye coordination and confidence.

Tuesday, 03 Mar 2020

Open Mic Night

Mar 03, 2020

8:00 PM

The M-Shop, Memorial Union

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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, 05 Mar 2020

Emily Scott Robinson w/ Fred Love

Mar 05, 2020

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$10 / $15 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Emily Scott is a story teller. She's captured the stories of the people she met and expertly crafted them into the songs featured on her gorgeous debut studio release, Traveling Mercies.

Friday, 06 Mar 2020

Paint Your Own Pottery: Luck o' the Irish

Mar 06, 2020

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $4, Public $5, plus the cost of the bisque selected

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

It's all green, gold, and rainbow tonight!

Free Crafts at ISU AfterDark

Mar 06, 2020

9:00 PM - 12:00 AM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU Students: Free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

ISU students are invited to the MU for free late-night activities held three times a semester. Come make a Cactus on Canvas

Saturday, 07 Mar 2020

Jack Broadbent w/ Benjamin Jaffe

Mar 07, 2020

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$10 / $15 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Jack Broadbent assembles a poetic and personal pastiche from threads of folk, blues, rock, jazz, and Americana fastened together tightly by simultaneously virtuosic and emotive guitar playing. Jack's performances exude a warmth, humour and energy that has electrified audiences worldwide.

Sunday, 08 Mar 2020

CANCELED: Walk-in Argentine Tango Lessons

Mar 08, 2020

4:00 PM

Workspace

$

Student Engagement Arts, performances

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Wednesday, 11 Mar 2020

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe

Mar 11, 2020

9:00 PM

The M-Shop, Memorial Union

$1 at the door

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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, 12 Mar 2020

Tiny Moving Parts w/ Belmont, Capstan, & Jetty Bones

Mar 12, 2020

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$15 / $20 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Tiny Moving Parts's new album, breathe, tackles issues such as mental health, anxiety, and mortality, while also expanding their sound. Breathe serves as an important emotional crutch. It's the friend we all need at our darkest times.

Sunday, 22 Mar 2020

Walk-in Argentine Tango Lessons

Mar 22, 2020

4:00 PM

Workspace

$

Student Engagement Arts, performances

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Tuesday, 24 Mar 2020

POSTPONED: Beginner Ukulele Lessons 1

Mar 24, 2020

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $45, Public $55

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Learn the basics needed to make music on the ever-popular ukulele. It's like a guitar, only a whole lot easier! You will learn to tune your instrument and make basic chords plus how to accompany yourself or others using basic chord charts and song sheets, all in a fun and inclusive setting.

CANCELED: Intermediate Ukulele Lessons

Mar 24, 2020

7:45 PM - 8:45 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $40, Public $50

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

If you can already easily move through chord changes and are fluent with closed chords (ex: Bb, Eb, G#) but still don't know how to get "that sound," this class is for you. Learn poly rhythms and melodic chording techniques to make you ukulele playing stand out. Learn to get the most out of you uke and use more of the neck. Must be able to play chords up to tempo.

Wednesday, 25 Mar 2020

CANCELED: Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe

Mar 25, 2020

9:00 PM

The M-Shop, Memorial Union

$1 at the door

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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, 26 Mar 2020

CANCELED: Fused Glass Nightlight Class

Mar 26, 2020

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $30 Public $40 (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Brighten the winter nights with a customized nightlight! Learn to design, cut, and assemble glass that will be fused in our kiln. Fit your small work of art into a nightlight kit at the second class, and light it up!

POSTPONED: Woodshop Orientation

Mar 26, 2020

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $20, Public $30

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

We are working to reschedule this event. Stay tuned! 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.

POSTPONED: Bad Bad Hats

Mar 26, 2020

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$14 ($10 w/ ISU student ID) in advance

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Bad Bad Hats is an indie rock band from Minneapolis, MN. Bad Bad Hats is defined by a balance of sweet and sour. Their music honors classic pop songwriting, with nods to nineties rock simplicity and pop-punk frivolity.

Friday, 27 Mar 2020

CANCELED: Paint Your Own Pottery: Trinkets and Treasures

Mar 27, 2020

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $4, Public $5, plus the cost of the bisque selected

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Create a place for your favorites little things - a tray for your keys, a ring holder, a bank for your change, or choose from boxes of all shapes and sizes.

CANCELED: Global Gala

Mar 27, 2020

7:00 PM

Great Hall

free

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Global Gala is an annual celebration of the various cultures present on the Iowa State Campus. This platform allows several student organizations to showcase their cultural heritage through dance, music, and fashion in an effort to promote diversity and celebrate all cultures!

Saturday, 28 Mar 2020

CANCELED: Glass Beads Intensive Workshop

Mar 28, 2020

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $50, Public $60

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Learn to create colorful beads by heating and shaping glass with a torch - yes, we get to work with fire! This fast-paced workshop will be packed with information about safety, equipment, and techniques for creating a variety of beads. Leave class with a stash of beads and the know-how to continue on your own. For very beginners or a great refresher for those who would like to brush up on their skills.

POSTPONED: Chris Renzema - The Boxer & The Bear Tour

Mar 28, 2020

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$8 / $12 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Chris Renzema's music turns tunes into conversations. His songs intertwine faith and love for heartfelt prayer.

SOLD OUT Chris Renzema - The Boxer & The Bear Tour

Mar 28, 2020

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$8 / $12 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Chris Renzema's music turns tunes into conversations. His songs intertwine faith and love for heartfelt prayer.

Sunday, 29 Mar 2020

CANCELED: Walk-in Argentine Tango Lessons

Mar 29, 2020

4:00 PM

Workspace

$

Student Engagement Arts, performances

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Tuesday, 31 Mar 2020

POSTPONED: Ceramic Birdbath Class

Mar 31, 2020

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $45, Public $55

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

New start date of April 7 Learn to prepare clay for hand-building, roll out slabs, and cut pieces needed to make a birdbaths. Assembling will include scoring and incorporating slip, and creating decorative add-ons and texture.

CANCELED: Open Mic Night

Mar 31, 2020

8:00 PM

The M-Shop, Memorial Union

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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)