Thursday, 01 Oct 2015
Craft of the Month: Day of the Dead Skulls
Dia de Muertos is a Mexican holiday focused on remembering friends and family members who have died. One tradition includes building private altars honoring the deceased using decorated skulls, marigolds, and possessions of the departed. You will receive a skull, decorating materials and images for inspiration.
Friday, 02 Oct 2015
Lecture & Reading: A New Chapter in the Living Legacy of George Washington Carver
Xavier Cavazos, a 2013 graduate of Iowa State's MFA Program in Creative Writing and the Environment, will read from his new book of poetry inspired by stories of the life and times of George Washington Carver.
Sunday, 04 Oct 2015
Argentine Tango Practica
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 better dancing. 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.
Monday, 05 Oct 2015
Walk-In Craft: Rainbow Necklaces
Stop by The Workspace to make a simple rainbow necklace with clustered jump rings. Whether you identify as LGBTQ or an Ally, drop in and show your support for an inclusive world where individuals can live truthfully and openly.
Lecture: U.S. Department of Labor Chief Economist Heidi Shierholz
"Wage Inequality: Why It Matters and What to Do About It." Heidi Shierholz is the chief economist at the U.S. Department of Labor and a graduate of Iowa State. Part of the Iowa State Economics Forum & National Affairs Series.
Tuesday, 06 Oct 2015
Walk-In Craft: Rainbow Necklaces
Stop by The Workspace to make a simple rainbow necklace with clustered jump rings. Whether you identify as LGBTQ or an Ally, drop in and show your support for an inclusive world where individuals can live truthfully and openly.
Wednesday, 07 Oct 2015
Walk-In Craft: Rainbow Necklaces
Stop by The Workspace to make a simple rainbow necklace with clustered jump rings. Whether you identify as LGBTQ or an Ally, drop in and show your support for an inclusive world where individuals can live truthfully and openly.
Walk-In Dance: Belly Dance
A Three Pillars Delsarte based approach to Middle Eastern Belly Dance in the style of award winning performer Shiara. Learn the basic movements of belly dance with a specific focus and detailed exploration each week (listed below). The 8:20pm class will focus on technique, expression and choreography.
Thursday, 08 Oct 2015
Walk-In Craft: Rainbow Necklaces
Stop by The Workspace to make a simple rainbow necklace with clustered jump rings. Whether you identify as LGBTQ or an Ally, drop in and show your support for an inclusive world where individuals can live truthfully and openly.
Lecture: Stopping Child Slavery in Ghana
James Kofi Annan is a former child slave and leads West Africa's most prominent children's rights organization, Challenging Heights. World Affairs Series.