Sunday, 17 Jul 2022
Photo Challenge Theme: Selfie at the Christian Petersen Art Museum
Engage with your University Museums this summer by submitting photos! This week we want to see your selfies at the Christian Petersen Art Museum.
Wednesday, 20 Jul 2022
Maker Mocktails: Glass Bottle Flower Vases with Lemon Balm Watermelon Mixer
Are you a crafty person? Do you like to sip fun and fruity drinks? Well come to Reiman Gardens to enjoy Maker Mocktails!
Thursday, 21 Jul 2022
Caterpillar Club
Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities.
Friday, 22 Jul 2022
DROP IN: Recycled Materials: Wine Bottle Planters
Stop by the classroom at Reiman Gardens to turn junk into treasure. Recycling is not just about sorting trash; it is also about finding new ways to re-use something that can still be useful. In this drop-in class, learn how to cut glass and turn old wine bottles into usable planters.
Sunday, 24 Jul 2022
Photo Challenge Theme: Animals
Engage with your University Museums this summer by submitting photos! This week we want to see your photos of animals: your pets, in nature, or within art, all on campus.
Monday, 25 Jul 2022
Growing Gardeners Program with 4-H
Description: Join 4-H staff at Reiman Gardens for hands-on lessons created through this international youth gardening program. Each week, activities will connect to the Growing Gardeners mission to "provide a love of gardening, develop an appreciation for the environment, and cultivate the mind."
Wednesday, 27 Jul 2022
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.
Art Walk: Wood in Public Art
This guided tour will discuss artist, process, and innovation of wood in the Art on Campus Collection.
Youth Summer Camp #3: Nature is Neat
Join us for a jam-packed afternoon full of fun with educational activities focused on playing outdoors! Explore the Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing, the Lewis and Art Exhibition, and other parts of the Gardens with games, scavenger hunts, crafts, snacks, and more.