Thursday, 02 Mar 2023
Curator's Tour of "Growing Up Victorian"
Join intern Travis Berhenke (History '23) for an in-depth look at the "Growing Up Victorian" exhibition that he curated at the Farm House Museum. Explore themes of education, literature, chores and play from 1880 to 1910 in this historic home setting.
Performance: Bobby Weir and Wolf Bros
Led by Bob Weir alongside Don Was, Jay Lane and Jeff Chimenti--The band will once again be joined by The Wolfpack, a string and brass quintet which features Alex Kelly, Brian Switzer, Adam Theis, Mads Tolling and Sheldon Brown, along with Barry Sless on pedal steel performing the expansive catalogue of Grateful Dead, Bobby's solo albums and more.
CANCELLED: Comedy Night: Sara Schaefer
- THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELLED - In her new solo show, critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer, and artist Sara Schaefer teaches you how to unlock your potential in this fake(?) seminar about defeating your hecklers, developing your TS (thick skin), and achieving total perfect comedy success. No matter your walk of life, you can make your dreams come true simply by Going Up!
Friday, 03 Mar 2023
Artist Reception: Biorenewables Research Lab
The Biorenewables Research Laboratory collaborated with several Ames artisans to produce new artwork for the Biorenewables Research Laboratory entryway. Artists represented in the collection include the College of Design's Reinaldo Correa-Diaz, Chris Martin, Joe Muench and Ingrid Lilligren. Registration requested by Feb. 24. Refreshments provided.
Performance: Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine
The program will feature Brahms - Tragic Overture; Brahms - Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor Op 15 and Dvorak - Symphony No. 9 (New World) in E Minor Op 95 with soloist Oksana Rapita. Rapita, one of the most prominent Ukrainian pianists of the present day, tours extensively abroad and has performed in more than 20 premieres of Ukrainian and foreign composers.
Saturday, 04 Mar 2023
Performance: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
"R.E.S.P.E.C.T." is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Rejoice while you are taken on an intimate musical odyssey guaranteed to get you up and out of your seat and dancing. The production journeys through Aretha Franklin's courageous life of love, tragedy and triumph starring a live band, supreme vocalists and a night full of music by one of the greatest artists of all time.
Concert: Claud w/ Hank & Lady Revel
From beginning to end, the sparkling pop tunes off Claud Mintz's magnetic first album, Super Monster, capture the assorted stages of a relationship's delight and dejection -- the giddy sensation of a first kiss during the beaming "Overnight," the heartsick longing of a pending rejection during the yearning "Jordan," the reluctant call for a requisite breakup during the smoldering "Ana."
Sunday, 05 Mar 2023
Children's Tour: Victorian Toys and Games
Play the part of a Victorian Era child by discovering children's entertainment from the 1880s through the turn of the century. Children and the young-at-heart can participate in games of the era and see the types of toys and dolls that were popular. Treats provided.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
Performance: Ireland with Michael
"Ireland With Michael LIVE" is a multimedia experience that combines the music, dance and stories of Ireland and features the ethereal voice of leading Irish tenor Michael Londra. Emmy Award-nominated singer and the Voice of Riverdance on Broadway, Michael Londra - an Ames resident - interlaces songs and stories of Ireland to a backdrop of spectacular footage filmed for his PBS travel series in his new show "Ireland With Michael LIVE."
Monday, 06 Mar 2023
Paint Your Own Pottery: Bisque Buddies
March 6-10 Choose an adorable mini animal bisque to paint, free with each pottery purchase. (Sorry, no sharing for this deal).
Wednesday, 08 Mar 2023
Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy
A group of ISU students gets together for an improv comedy show like no other! There are screams, tears, and lots of laughter! You don't want to miss it!
Sunday, 12 Mar 2023
Curator's Tour of "Joyce J. Scott: Messages"
Brunnier Art Museum curator Adrienne Gennett will tour the special exhibition "Joyce J. Scott: Messages" while examining the storytelling found in Scott's beadwork and traditions of beadwork throughout the world.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
Sunday, 19 Mar 2023
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
Monday, 20 Mar 2023
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Make a cute and handy little bowl. Choose a thick felt circle with pre-made holes in a color you like, along with a handful of large beads. You will stitch the beads into the felt and cinch it at the end with strong thread and a sturdy needle. This is a fun project that is perfect for all ages and skill sets.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Containers & Cannisters
March 20-25 Find the perfect vessel for your loose change, pens, plants, candy, crayons, jewelry, keys, coffee beans, craft supplies, things you want to hide, or things you need to keep track of.
Tuesday, 21 Mar 2023
Performance: Red Hot Chilli Pipers
Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning! It's The Red Hot Chilli PIPERS (NOT the Peppers!) - a 9-piece ensemble consisting of pipers, guitarists, keyboards, and drummers - who have been rocking the world from New York to Beijing to Melbourne and everywhere in between with musicianship of the highest order and a passion for pipes that will leave you breathless.
Wednesday, 22 Mar 2023
Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy
A group of ISU students gets together for an improv comedy show like no other! There are screams, tears, and lots of laughter! You don't want to miss it!
Thursday, 23 Mar 2023
Concert: Yam Haus w/ Landon Conrath
Yam Haus is a band from Minneapolis, MN. They have built a devoted grass roots following in the Midwest and across the US, sold out the iconic 1,500 capacity First Avenue venue in Minneapolis, and have gotten their music added to regular rotation on the Twin Cities iHeart station Cities 97.1 as an independent band. They have a new body of songs made in Nashville with producer Mark Needham that they hope to soon share with the world.
Friday, 24 Mar 2023
Date Night at the Brunnier Art Museum
Try something new for date night and visit the Brunnier Art Museum to look at art with friends or a special someone.
Global Gala
Let us show you the world and join us at Global Gala on Friday, March 24 at 6:00 pm in the Great Hall of the Memorial Union. Doors will open at 6:00 pm with a cultural craft and more! Performances will start at 7 pm. There will be light refreshments so attendees can enjoy food while watching the performances.
Sunday, 26 Mar 2023
Focus Grant Exhibit Open
The culmination of funded projects by students who demonstrate imagination, creativity, and development in the arts.
Victorian Fables, Follies and Fairytales
Gather around the fireplace in the Farm House Museum parlor to hear Victorian fables, follies and fairytales. These stories are a bit darker than children's stories of today. This in-person program will be livestreamed.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.
Monday, 27 Mar 2023
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Make a cute and handy little bowl. Choose a thick felt circle with pre-made holes in a color you like, along with a handful of large beads. You will stitch the beads into the felt and cinch it at the end with strong thread and a sturdy needle. This is a fun project that is perfect for all ages and skill sets.
Paint Your Own Pottery: $10 Mug Week
March 20-April 1 Whatta deal!
Tuesday, 28 Mar 2023
Open Mic Night
ISU students - are you looking to impress your fellow Cyclones with your singing, comedy, chainsaw juggling, or other talents? Then don't miss Open Mic Night at the M-Shop! (No chainsaw juggling, please)
Wednesday, 29 Mar 2023
Art Walk: Athletics and the Body
Athletics and the depiction of the human form is a vital theme in both Iowa State's history and the Art on Campus Collection. Museums Docent Steve Petska will lead an art walk in connection with the "Honoring Jack Trice" exhibition at the Christian Petersen Museum.
Guillermo Galindo: Redefining the Boundaries of Music Composition
Guillermo Galindo has spent his career redefining the conventional limits between music, the art of music composition and the intersections between art disciplines, politics, humanitarian issues, spirituality and social awareness. Much of his work focuses on the stories of migrants and refugees told through experimental music and performance art. He will give a public lecture March 29 and premiere his "Transonic Borders" composition March 30.