Sunday, 01 Jul 2018
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.
Friday, 06 Jul 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Two for One Studio Fees
Grab a friend!
Sunday, 08 Jul 2018
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.
Wednesday, 11 Jul 2018
Art Walk: A Whirlwind of Art
Thunderstorms rolling across the prairie and temperatures in the 90s, it must be summertime in Iowa. Join University Museums as we explore the art that captures this tempestuous season. Most of the tour will be conducted inside. Meet at the west entrance (Farm House Lane) of Agronomy Hall.
Fused Glass for Wine Lovers
A quick and fun craft! Make a pair of wine charms or a bottle stopper - both useful tools, but they also make you look just a little more fancy. Choose 1" colored glass rounds that will fit perfectly in the charm and stopper blanks. Use small decorative "confetti" glass to add another splash of color. We will kiln-fire them and they will be ready to pick up in about a week.
Embroidery Class: Cactus and Succulent Workshop
No green thumb? Rifle through our shades of green embroidery floss and stitch plants that will live forever. Designs include images of sweet little succulents to prickly cacti.
Thursday, 12 Jul 2018
Riots of Color Glass Beads Workshop
Learn to create highly detailed beads loaded with color and pattern. We will utilize different kinds of stringers, twisties, color reactions, and more.
Friday, 13 Jul 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Succulent Night
Paint pots for your succulents or use our handy tutorials to draw cacti and other plants on any bisque you choose. A variety of succulents will be available for purchase.
Sunday, 15 Jul 2018
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.
Tuesday, 17 Jul 2018
Chia Bunnies with Caroline Freese
Sculpt and hollow out a bunny from clay with guidance from Caroline, and we will fire it within the next ten days.
Wednesday, 18 Jul 2018
Opening reception: "Activist Agriculture" exhibit
An opening reception for the "Activist Agriculture: Farm Protest in Iowa, 1929-1969" exhibit. The exhibition team, composed of staff members from special collections and university archives, the preservation department and digital initiatives, will discuss the development of the display, including the online component.
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.
Thursday, 19 Jul 2018
Concert: The Pretenders
The Pretenders return to Iowa for the first time in nearly a decade.
Friday, 20 Jul 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Gnome Gnight
From three-inch inch minis to a foot-tall "Ginormagnome," we've got a cast of characters that are fun to decorate and add to your indoor or outdoor space.
Saturday, 21 Jul 2018
Harry Potter Wands
The wand chooses the wizard, but exceptions are made in the Workspace
Sunday, 22 Jul 2018
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.
Tuesday, 24 Jul 2018
Carillon Summer Concert Series
Carillon concert with guest carillonneur Ray McLellan, Michigan State University, Lansing. Campanile tours are available after each concert. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a summer evening on central campus with friends and family.
Friday, 27 Jul 2018
Paint Your Own Pottery: Dinosaurs vs. Unicorns
Incorporate a terrestrial vertebrate or mythical creature into your design or paint one of our figurines.
Sunday, 29 Jul 2018
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.
Tuesday, 31 Jul 2018
Art Lending Open House
The Memorial Union has a collection of framed posters, prints and original art that is available for rent by the semester or year. With close to 175 pieces in the collection there is something for everyone!