Tuesday, 04 Sep 2018
Reception: "Unpacked: Refugee Baggage" exhibit
Join us for a reception in the newly installed exhibition "Unpacked: Refugee Baggage" currently on view in the Christian Petersen Art Museum. Brief remarks by the artist, who received a BArch in Architecture from ISU in 2009, and University Museums Assistant Curator Adrienne Gennett will begin at 5:15 pm. Light refreshments.
Paper Sunflowers Class
Recreate the warm yellows and golds of Van Gogh's sunflowers in paper!
Wednesday, 05 Sep 2018
ClubFest
ClubFest is an opportunity for students to browse through many clubs and organizations at Iowa State to find out how to get involved on campus!
Mini-Book Pendant
Create a tiny book to wear as a pendant!
Sewing Lessons
Whether you are a beginner needing to learn how to operate a sewing machine, or someone who needs help finishing a project in progress, this is for you.
Lecture: Refugee Stories, The Art of Mohamad Hafez
Mohamad Hafez came to the United States to study architecture at Iowa State University and was unable to return to his beloved Syria. He will speak about his art, his story, and the stories he visually recreates of refugees from around the world.
Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band
The 2018 All Starr Band includes Colin Hay ("Who Can It be Now", "Land Down Under"), Steve Lukather ("Africa", "Hold The Line", "Roseanna"), Gregg Rolie ("Black Magic Woman", "Evil Ways") and new member Graham Gouldman of 10cc ("I'm Not In Love", "Things We Do For Love"). On percussion and sax is Warren Ham and on drums Gregg Bissonette.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is Iowa State University's student comedy, improv group. Holding shows on some Wednesday nights, you can come and laugh to your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.
Thursday, 06 Sep 2018
Crochet Class
Learn basic stitches, including chain and double crochet, to make a scarf with a windowpane plaid pattern.
Glass Beads Class
Learn to create colorful beads by heating and shaping glass with a torch - yes, we get to work with fire!
Friday, 07 Sep 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Galaxy Night
Start with a coat of black glaze and see how to add vibrant swirls and bursts of light.
Down and Dirty Swing Dance
Swing dancing lessons are the first half hour, the rest of the event is to have fun and dance to the Sentimental Swing Band.
Sunday, 09 Sep 2018
Film: The Age of the Stateless
Screenwriter Gaelle Bellan (Spiral, 2017) has thoroughly documented the refugee situation and clearly denounces the deficiencies of an outdated, dehumanized system. Directed by Virginie Sauveur, this film won Best TV Movie, Best Screenplay and Best Original Music Awards at the 2018 Luchon Television Festival and the Audience Award at FIPA, the International Audiovisual Festival in Biarritz.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
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 floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie Williams, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Monday, 10 Sep 2018
Monday Monologues series
"Craft of Creative Writing with Readings," Jennifer Knox and Jake Dawson, lecturers in English. This lunchtime series features facets of composition and art through a series of readings or performances curated by Iowa State faculty. Bring your lunch or stop by Bookends Café on your way.
Cyclone Cornhole Boards Class
Create Cornhole (a.k.a. bean bag toss/doghouse/bags) boards and paint them in our woodshop. Choose fabric colors for a set of bags.
Wheel Pottery Class
Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.
Tuesday, 11 Sep 2018
Tiny House Pendant Class
Learn to construct a tiny house pendant using fine silver metal clay. Personalize your creation with fun details.
Open Mic Night
Open mic night gives students the chance to show off their talents to their fellow students. Many are musicians, comedians, and poets. So come on out and show us what kind of talents you have. (Sign Up starts at 7:30 p.m. until all spots are filled)