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What is featured?

Sunday, 24 Feb 2019

Performance: Sense and Sensibility

Feb 24, 2019

2:00 PM

Fisher Theater

$11-$18

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

In 18th-century England, the sudden death of Henry Dashwood leaves his daughters financially destitute and socially vulnerable. The sisters -- sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne -- must learn how to weather the ridiculous societal pressures of the time in order to find love and their place in this new world. A charming, new adaptation written by ISU alum Kerry Skram.

Walk-in Argentine Tango

Feb 24, 2019

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 in the Memorial Union

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

Student Engagement 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 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.

Cyclone Cinema: A Star Is Born

Feb 24, 2019

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

A Star Is Born is a rated R drama/romance movie rated 4.5 stars. Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper star in this pull-your-heart-strings movie. Watch Jackson Maine fall in love with struggling artist, Ally and help her find her way into the spotlight. Refreshments and snacks available at extra charge.

Monday, 25 Feb 2019

Monday Monologues series

Feb 25, 2019

12:15 PM - 12:45 PM

Grant Wood Foyer, Parks Library

free

University Library Arts, performances Diversity Lectures

"Daily Dialogue: Truth," a live storytelling event by the Iowa State Daily. Five students will share personal stories for Black History Month.

Metalworking for Jewelry Class

Feb 25, 2019

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $85 Public $95 (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Begin your exploration of jewelry-making by learning techniques such as sawing, drilling, forming, chasing, annealing and riveting. Students will complete one or two projects out of sterling silver and copper depending on complexity. Pendants, earrings and bangle bracelets are just a few of the possibilities. Some people read a book to escape, others pound metal!

Tuesday, 26 Feb 2019

Honeycomb Wall Shelves Class

Feb 26, 2019

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $57 Public $67 (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Make a set of three hexagon shelves to create a honeycomb pattern. With strong lines, and a nod toward the great outdoors, these will be a great addition to every hive and home.

BIEDA Week: "Fattitude" documentary

Feb 26, 2019

7:00 PM

101 Carver Hall

free

Student Activities Arts, performances Student activities

The "Fattitude" documentary film focuses on body size prejudice and works to promote the important social movement of fat acceptance in today's society. Hosted by the Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness (BIEDA) student organization as part of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week.

Wednesday, 27 Feb 2019

Beginning Soap Making Workshop

Feb 27, 2019

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $40 Public $50 (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Make quality, handmade soap from scratch (no synthetic bases!) using the cold-process method. Learn the step by-by-step process - from the selection of oils, colorants, fragrances and equipment to calculating lye amounts. Leave class with a pound of soap and see the difference that using natural products on your skin makes.

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe

Feb 27, 2019

9:00 PM

M-Shop

$1

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

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 until your hearts content at the Mojos, and with the Mojos.

Thursday, 28 Feb 2019

BIEDA Week: Rock Your Body

Feb 28, 2019

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

3430 Beyer Hall

free

Student Activities Arts, performances Student activities

A fun, energizing cardio dance class. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Hosted by the Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness (BIEDA) student organization as part of National Eating Disorder Awareness Week.

Woven Wall Hanging Class

Feb 28, 2019

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $71 Public $81 (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

The popularity of weaving is back, and this is a great way to get started on your fibers journey. Learn basic skills including how to set up a small loom, creating shapes by decreasing and increasing warps, knotting, and incorporating wool roving and other textures. Finish a 13"x18" weaving in shades of cream and tan that will be ready to hang.

Cyclone Cinema: Ralph Breaks the Internet

Feb 28, 2019

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Ralph Breaks the Internet, a PG fantasy/adventure movie rated 3.5 stars. Watch Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz travel the World Wide Web on a mission. They risk it all to save the video game, "Sugar Rush" with the help of citizens of the internet

Woven Wall Hanging Class

Feb 28, 2019

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $48 Public $58 (supplies included)

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

The popularity of weaving is back, and this is a great way to get started on your fibers journey. Learn basic skills including how to set up a small loom, knotting, and incorporating wool roving and other textures. Finish a 10" x 14" weaving in shades of cream and tan that will be ready to hang.

Funky MojoDaddy w/ Rob Lumbard

Feb 28, 2019

8:00 PM

M-Shop

$12 or $8 w/ ISU student ID in advance

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Genre: Chicago Blues | For Fans of: Ken Kinsey, Buddy Guy, Carl Weathersby, The Kinsey Report. Top-shelf musicians who have built a high-energy blues, funk/soul, roots-rock supergroup who thread the spirit of the past into creative, passionate playing.

Friday, 01 Mar 2019

March Craft of the Month: Secret Book Safe

Mar 01, 2019

2:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU & Public: $8

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Hollow out a book for a secret place to stash your treasures in plain sight. Start by gluing the edges together, then use a box knife to cut out a rectangular compartment within the pages. Add decorative paper to your interior cutout to tidy up the edges, and keep it under a stack of real books overnight to compress the pages. Drop in during open hours but give yourself about 90 minutes.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Superhero Night

Mar 01, 2019

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The Workspace at the Memorial Union

ISU $4, Public $5, plus the cost of the bisque selected

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Turn a figurine into a new guardian or nemesis, or paint your favorite hero, villain, or speech bubble - Ka-Pow! Wear a cape and get half price studio fees, and enter our drawing for two tickets to Captain Marvel, releasing March 8.

Cyclone Cinema: Ralph Breaks the Internet

Mar 01, 2019

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Ralph Breaks the Internet, a PG fantasy/adventure movie rated 3.5 stars. Watch Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz travel the World Wide Web on a mission. They risk it all to save the video game, "Sugar Rush" with the help of citizens of the internet

Performance: Sense and Sensibility

Mar 01, 2019

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater

$11-$18

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

In 18th-century England, the sudden death of Henry Dashwood leaves his daughters financially destitute and socially vulnerable. The sisters -- sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne -- must learn how to weather the ridiculous societal pressures of the time in order to find love and their place in this new world. A charming, new adaptation written by ISU alum Kerry Skram.

Comedian Becky Robinson

Mar 01, 2019

9:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

$0

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Becky Robinson, a comedian will be joining us for a great night of laughs at ISU AfterDark.

ISU AfterDark

Mar 01, 2019

9:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

ISU AfterDark is a student group that plans late night events throughout the semester. Enjoy an evening with Panda Express, the chance to win a $1,000 and entertainment.

ISU AfterDark: Antoni Porowski

Mar 01, 2019

11:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Student Engagement Arts, performances Student activities

Actor, Antoni Porowski, is best known for his role as the food and wine expert in the Netflix series, Queer Eye.

Saturday, 02 Mar 2019

Iowa Songwriters Showcase

Mar 02, 2019

5:00 PM

Goldfinch Room, Stephens Auditorium

$25-$40

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Iowa songwriters J. Jeffrey Messerole and Aaron Earl Short will perform two shows. Messerole is an Americana musician who performs original folk, blues, and alternative country music. Short is a bluesy songwriter and storyteller with a troubadour style. The Goldfinch Room provides great acoustics in an intimate setting for approximately 80 people.

Cyclone Cinema: Ralph Breaks the Internet

Mar 02, 2019

7:00 PM

Carver Hall 101

free

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

Ralph Breaks the Internet, a PG fantasy/adventure movie rated 3.5 stars. Watch Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz travel the World Wide Web on a mission. They risk it all to save the video game, "Sugar Rush" with the help of citizens of the internet

Performance: Sense and Sensibility

Mar 02, 2019

7:30 PM

Fisher Theater

$11-$18

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

In 18th-century England, the sudden death of Henry Dashwood leaves his daughters financially destitute and socially vulnerable. The sisters -- sensible Elinor and hypersensitive Marianne -- must learn how to weather the ridiculous societal pressures of the time in order to find love and their place in this new world. A charming, new adaptation written by ISU alum Kerry Skram.

Iowa Songwriters Showcase

Mar 02, 2019

8:00 PM

Goldfinch Room, Stephens Auditorium

$25-$40

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Iowa songwriters J. Jeffrey Messerole and Aaron Earl Short will perform two shows. Messerole is an Americana musician who performs original folk, blues, and alternative country music. Short is a bluesy songwriter and storyteller with a troubadour style. The Goldfinch Room provides great acoustics in an intimate setting for approximately 80 people.