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Sunday, 12 Feb 2012

ISU Theatre production of "Chekhov Short Stories"

Feb 12, 2012

2:00 PM

Memorial Union Maintenance Shop

Adults $16, seniors 65 and up $14, students $8

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances Student activities

Anton Chekhov is considered one of the greatest short-story writers in the world. This new adaptation of severa l of his stories explores the everyday lives of 19th century Russians. Chekhov believed the role of an artist was to ask questions, not to answer them. He makes no judgment as to the behavior of his characters, and in so doing, reveals the depths of human joy, confusion, dissatisfaction, and sorrow.

Argentine Tango Practica with Valerie Williams

Feb 12, 2012

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$30 ISU/$40 Public (for punchcard good for 5 uses)

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

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

Monday, 13 Feb 2012

University Print Society Valentine Card and T-shirt Sale

Feb 13, 2012

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Foyer in front of the Dean's Office, College of Design

College of Design Special events Student activities

The University Print Society will sell handmade cards and T-shirts printed with a valentine theme as a fundraiser for student club members to attend an international professional printmaking conference in New Orleans over spring break. The sale continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14.

Info session: Disney College Program

Feb 13, 2012

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

231 MacKay Hall

free

Student Activities Student activities

Interested students will learn what the Disney College Program entails, the benefits, and how to apply for the program. A Disney recruiter will be on hand to answer your questions. Come find what the magic is all about!

Crochet with Calee Himes

Feb 13, 2012

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$19 ISU/$29 Public (includes supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Learn everything a beginner needs to know - from how to hold the yarn and hook properly to the definitions of frequently used crochet lingo. Learn stitches, how to count them and how to crochet in the round to make wrist-warmers or square coasters.

Camera Basics with Luke Healey

Feb 13, 2012

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$16 ISU/$26 Public

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Understand how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO function in order to control depth of field and capture motion. Bring your camera (and questions!) to class.

Needle Felting - Crafter's Terrarium with Annihka Murray

Feb 13, 2012

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$20 ISU/$30 Public (includes supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

We will be learning needle felting techniques to create 3-dimensional mushrooms, owls and other woodland creatures to add 'life' to your crafter's terrarium.

Tuesday, 14 Feb 2012

Graduate CRP Club Valentine's Day Rose and Bake Sale

Feb 14, 2012

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Free Speech Zone - Parks Library; rain/snow location, foyer outside Dean's Office, College of Design

College of Design Special events Student activities

The Graduate Community & Regional Planning Club will sell red roses and baked goods for Valentine's Day to raise funds for club activities. Order in advance or stop by on Feb. 14 to pick up flowers and sweets for your sweetie!

University Print Society Valentine Card and T-shirt Sale

Feb 14, 2012

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Foyer in front of the Dean's Office, College of Design

College of Design Special events Student activities

The University Print Society will sell handmade cards and T-shirts printed with a valentine theme as a fundraiser for student club members to attend an international professional printmaking conference in New Orleans over spring break.

Info session: Disney College Program

Feb 14, 2012

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

152 Science Hall

free

Student Activities Student activities

Interested students will learn what the Disney College Program entails, the benefits, and how to apply for the program. A Disney recruiter will be on hand to answer your questions. Come find what the magic is all about!

SUB Music: Corey Smith w/ Jeremy McComb

Feb 14, 2012

8:00 PM

M-Shop, MU

$12 ISU students, $15 general public ($2 Day-of-show increase)

Student Union Board Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Corey Smith was recently named by Country Weekly and Music Row Magazine as one of country music's hottest new artists. He has hundreds of sold-out performances under his belt and a growing, dedicated fan-base whose passion for Corey's music has led to some of the music industry's leading professionals shaking their heads in astonishment at his seemingly rapid rise as a touring sensation.

Wednesday, 15 Feb 2012

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival

Feb 15, 2012

10:00 PM

M-Shop, MU

$1

Student Union Board Arts, performances Special events Student activities

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's own award-winning student sketch and improv group, holding shows on alternating Wednesday nights. The Mojos promise laughter, drama, action, passion and an open bar. So come to the M-Shop with $1.00 and enjoy the cheapest, funniest date in Iowa.

Thursday, 16 Feb 2012

Stained Glass with Rod Simpson

Feb 16, 2012

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$73 ISU/$83 Public (includes supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Create a beautiful piece to capture the light through your windows. Learn how to cut, foil and solder glass using a pattern you choose or design.

Friday, 17 Feb 2012

ZuZu African Acrobats

Feb 17, 2012

7:00 PM

Great Hall, MU

Free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Diversity Special events Student activities

The Zuzu Acrobats is a 45 minute show and it features 5 male acrobats from Mombasa Kenya. This show is similar to a show you would see in a nightclub in the coastal region of Kenya and Tanzania. This year the group performed in America's Got Talent! This event is part of Black History Month!

Dance social

Feb 17, 2012

7:30 PM - 9:45 PM

196 Forker

free

Student Activities Student activities

Free dance social hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles welcome. Dress is casual, however indoor shoes or socks must be worn.

Charity Skate

Feb 17, 2012

8:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Ames/ISU Ice Arena

Nonperishable food donation (2)

Student Activities Student activities

Support the community and have a fun night of ice skating with friends! The annual Charity Skate, hosted by honor society Alpha Lambda Delta/Phi Eta Sigma, offers a night on the ice, games and door prizes. Cost: Only two nonperishable food items! All donations go to Ames Emergency Residence Project.

Saturday, 18 Feb 2012

Beyond Basics: Glass Beads - Color Reactions with Rhonda Scott

Feb 18, 2012

12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$21 ISU/$31 Public (includes some supplies)

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Experiment with different Effetre glasses that are known to cause color reactions, including Evil Devitrifying Purple! If time allows, we will also try to produce a reduction flame on our torches and learn about the effects of this type of flame.