Wednesday, 01 Nov 2017
Craft of the Month: Watercolor Quotes
Drop in during November during open hours!
Concert: ISU Wind and Percussion ensembles
Michael Golemo is the conductor of the Wind Ensemble; Jonathan Sharp is the conductor of the Percussion Ensemble.
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, 02 Nov 2017
Crafty Cocktail Night
"Upcycled T-shirts: Bags, Bracelets, Blankets and Poms." Join us at the Gardens after hours for a creative project while you sip on adult beverages in a beautiful setting! Bring in a handful of old t-shirts and learn how to repurpose them into a variety of useful and sporty items.
Performance: Rebirth Brass Band
The Grammy Award-winning Rebirth Brass Band, a true New Orleans institution, has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world. They have warmed the hearts of audiences world-wide with their uplifting vocal harmonies, signature dance moves and charming on-stage banter.
Friday, 03 Nov 2017
Film: A Gathering of Waters, The Rio Grande, Source to the Seas
A Gathering of Waters: The Río Grande, Source to the Seas is a short documentary by Basia Irland focusing on the 1,875 miles of the Rio Grande and its importance to the hundreds of groups who rely on it. The project took 5 years to complete and explores the river's cultural, ecological, and environmental impact on the life of humans and wildlife. Please join us for a public viewing of Irland's documentary in the reACT Gallery.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Giving Plates
Design a Giving Plate, a traveling plate for treats that can be passed among family and friends. Decorate your pottery than add the traditional poem which begins, "This plate shall have no owner, for its journey never ends."
Concert: Town and Gown Chamber Music series
Featuring violinist Bin Huang and pianist Frank Levy.
Performance: The Children's Hour
One of the students in an all-girls boarding school is disobedient and untruthful and ultimately runs away from the school. To avoid being sent back by her family, she tells her grandmother that the two head mistresses of the school are having a lesbian affair. Is it all a lie? Does what she says contain even a kernel of truth? Either way the story damages several lives and destroys the school. First produced in 1934 and based on a true story.
ISU AfterDark
ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. All activities are free for students and their guests! Come enjoy the fun!
Saturday, 04 Nov 2017
ISU Trumpet Summit
A day of all things trumpet. Includes solo performances, electro acoustic solos, trumpet and organ performances, master class presentations, pedagogy discussions, trumpet ensemble performances and jazz.
Amara Piano Quartet
Members of the Ames Piano Quartet include Boro Martinic-Jercic, violin; George Work, cello; Mei-Hsuan Huang, piano
Performance: The Children's Hour
One of the students in an all-girls boarding school is disobedient and untruthful and ultimately runs away from the school. To avoid being sent back by her family, she tells her grandmother that the two head mistresses of the school are having a lesbian affair. Is it all a lie? Does what she says contain even a kernel of truth? Either way the story damages several lives and destroys the school. First produced in 1934 and based on a true story.
Concert: Peter Mulvey
Peter Mulvey is an American folk singer-songwriter based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Since the early 1990s, he has developed a strong national following in the indie folk/rock scene through his relentless touring and critically acclaimed albums.
Sunday, 05 Nov 2017
Cantamus Women's Choir
Kathleen Rodde, conductor
Performance: The Children's Hour
One of the students in an all-girls boarding school is disobedient and untruthful and ultimately runs away from the school. To avoid being sent back by her family, she tells her grandmother that the two head mistresses of the school are having a lesbian affair. Is it all a lie? Does what she says contain even a kernel of truth? Either way the story damages several lives and destroys the school. First produced in 1934 and based on a true story.
The Psychology of Video Games
The effects of video games do not stop within the game itself. From violent media and aggressive behavior to prosocial media and positive effects, the physical players of video games are influenced by the content of the game in multiple dimensions. Discover the psychology of video games with Distinguished Professor Craig Anderson and Professor Douglas Gentile of the ISU Psychology Department through an open discussion with the exhibition.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Tuesday, 07 Nov 2017
Performance: Arthur Greene, pianist
All Scriabin piano solo program by guest artist Arthur Greene.
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)
Wednesday, 08 Nov 2017
Artful Yoga
This practice will enrich your yoga experience by going beyond the physical and inviting an artistic perspective to your awareness. Please arrive a few minutes early for a brief discussion of the current exhibition with a yoga twist. The practice will begin at 5:30. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat. Free, but online registration required. Sponsored by University Museums and Rec. Services.
Performance: The Cat in the Hat
Based on Dr. Suess' classic book and brought to life by TheatreworksUSA
Art Walk: Honoring Those Who Serve
The legacy of service in the United States Armed Forces is strong and enduring at Iowa State. Join University Museums in honoring those who serve by joining us for a walk and talk about some of the artful ways those who serve are honored and remembered in the Art on Campus Collection.
Performance: The Cat in the Hat
Based on Dr. Suess' classic book and brought to life by TheatreworksUSA.
Fused Glass Ornament Workshop
Get in the holiday spirit by making two beautiful glass ornaments. Learn to safely cut glass, create a design and assemble glass.
Thursday, 09 Nov 2017
Nature at Noon: Holiday Decorating
Bring your lunch to the Gardens and enjoy a nature-based education program relating to the 2017 theme, Water.
Recital: Oboe Studio
Students of Amy Christensen will perform.
Concert: The Good, The Bad, and The Blues
The rich sound of The Good, The Bad, and The Blues is a mixture of the fresh new sounds of the deep rooted past of Gospel, Blues, Soul and Funk.
Friday, 10 Nov 2017
Paint Your Own Pottery: Let it Snow
Baby, it's cold outside! Warm up with a snowman mug, adorn with ornaments and embrace the season with reindeer and other woodland friends.
Band Extravaganza
Ensembles scheduled to perform include the ISU Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble I, and the Cyclone Marching Band.