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Wednesday, 03 May 2017

Art Walk: Art on Campus GO!

May 03, 2017

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Anderson Sculpture Garden, east side of Morrill Hall

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Location based games like Pokémon GO! have become trendy in the past few years. The map programs used to generate the "stops" have helped to show how vibrant and art-filled our campus is. Let's all take a moment at the end of our busy semester to catch a few Pokémon and take a walking tour of some of the Art on Campus that has helped make campus such a fun and rewarding place to try and "catch them all".

Thursday, 04 May 2017

Art Mart Spring Sale

May 04, 2017

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Trophy Tavern, Memorial Union

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Support the artists, craftsmen, photographer, designers, the go-getters, and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse a room full of functional and decorative pottery, brilliantly blown glass, beautiful jewelry, striking prints, campus photos and charming accessories created by Ames and ISU artists.

Friday, 05 May 2017

Art Mart Spring Sale

May 05, 2017

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Trophy Tavern, Memorial Union

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Support the artists, craftsmen, photographer, designers, the go-getters, and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse a room full of functional and decorative pottery, brilliantly blown glass, beautiful jewelry, striking, prints, campus photos and charming accessories created by Ames and ISU artists.

Saturday, 06 May 2017

Art Mart Sale

May 06, 2017

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Trophy Tavern, Memorial Union

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Last day! Support the artists, craftsmen, photographer, designers, the go-getters, and do-it-yourself-ers! Browse a room full of functional and decorative pottery, brilliantly blown glass, beautiful jewelry, striking prints, campus photos and charming accessories created by Ames and ISU artists.

Sunday, 07 May 2017

Walk-in Argentine Tango

May 07, 2017

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU 5 classes for $35, Public 5 classes for $45

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. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. 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.

Wednesday, 10 May 2017

Artful Yoga

May 10, 2017

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, 1017 Morrill Hall

free

University Museums Arts, performances

This practice will enrich your yoga experience by going beyond the physical and inviting an artistic perspective to your awareness. In conjunction with the current exhibition, our practice this semester will focus on the color red. Please arrive early for a discussion on the month's topic beginning at 5:15. The practice will begin at 5:30. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.

Thursday, 11 May 2017

Brown Bag: Nature at Noon

May 11, 2017

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances

"Art from a Willow Bog." Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy a nature-based education program relating to the 2017 theme, Water.

Saturday, 13 May 2017

Movie Night at Jack Trice Stadium

May 13, 2017

7:00 PM

Jack Trice Stadium

free

Athletics Arts, performances Special events

This spring's family film is "Trolls." Gates open at 6 p.m. Concessions will be available; seating is open in the east and south stands, on the field (blankets only, no chairs) and on the east tarmac (handicap accessible). Rain location is Hilton Coliseum.

Sunday, 14 May 2017

Mother's Day at the Museum

May 14, 2017

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, 295 Scheman Bldg.

free

University Museums Arts, performances

This Mother's Day, share the beauty of art. Free tours of the current exhibitions and crafts will be offered by University Museums staff in the Brunnier Art Museum.

Walk-in Argentine Tango

May 14, 2017

4:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU 5 classes for $35, Public 5 classes for $45

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. From 4-5pm, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week along with techniques for dancing better. 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, 15 May 2017

Summer Crafts: Superhero Magnets

May 15, 2017

4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$6

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Browse through some comic books for your favorite heroes, villains and speech bubbles and turn them into a set of handy fridge magnets.

Wednesday, 17 May 2017

Behind the Scenes: Washed Ashore Exhibit

May 17, 2017

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens Arts, performances

Reiman Gardens is the first botanical garden to host this phenomenal art exhibit which delivers a powerful message about our most precious natural resource - water.

Succulent Planter

May 17, 2017

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$12

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Paint a small wood plant holder made by our staff.

Friday, 19 May 2017

Paint Your Own Pottery: Mug Night

May 19, 2017

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $4 studio fee + cost of bisque, Public $5 studio fee + cost of bisque

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

We like big cups and we cannot lie! From traditional coffee mugs to ones shaped like owls and elephants, we have mugs of all sizes and styles.

Sunday, 21 May 2017

Walk-in Argentine Tango

May 21, 2017

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU Five punches for $35, Public Five punches for $45

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

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

Monday, 22 May 2017

Friendship Bracelets Workshop

May 22, 2017

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU $14, Public $24 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Updated and grown-up, colorful boho chic bracelets are back just in time for summer.

Tuesday, 23 May 2017

Watercolor Class

May 23, 2017

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

The Workspace

ISU $65, Public $75 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Experiment with both traditional and liquid watercolors. For beginning painters or those with some experience wanting to expand their skills.

Watercolor Class

May 23, 2017

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The Workspace

ISU $65, Public $75 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Experiment with both traditional and liquid watercolors. For beginning painters or those with some experience wanting to expand their skills.

Wednesday, 24 May 2017

Glass Beads Class

May 24, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The Workspace

ISU $68, Public $78 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Learn to create colorful glass beads by heating and shaping glass with a torch - yes, we get to work with fire!

Thursday, 25 May 2017

Wheel Pottery Class

May 25, 2017

4:15 PM - 6:45 PM

The Workspace

ISU $105, Public $115 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.

Metalsmithing Class

May 25, 2017

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace

ISU $70, Public $80 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Begin your exploration of jewelry-making by learning techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing, and riveting.

Friday, 26 May 2017

Paint Your Own Pottery: Snack Bowl Night

May 26, 2017

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $4 studio fee + cost of bisque, Public $5 studio fee + cost of bisque

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Eat, sleep, snack, repeat! We have bowls for every snack size, from small dishes to extra-large bowl.

Performance: Move Beyond Live Tour

May 26, 2017

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$54.50-$124.50

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Following the sold-out successes of both its 2014 inaugural run and a fan-demanded sophomore run in 2015, Move Live on Tour, featuring powerhouse duo Julianne and Derek Hough, is back and better than ever in 2017 with an all-new experience.

Wednesday, 31 May 2017

Mat Cutting Workshop

May 31, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The Workspace

ISU $20, Public $30 - mat board included

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Learn to size mats, cut straight and beveled edges, and hinge-mount artwork with our handy-dandy mat cutter.

Wheel Pottery Class

May 31, 2017

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

The Workspace

ISU $105, Public $115 - includes supplies

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.