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What is featured?

Sunday, 22 Sep 2019

Family-Friendly Activity: Build Your Own Blanket Fort

Sep 22, 2019

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Design on Main Gallery, 203 Main St., Ames

free

College of Design Arts, performances Special events

Children and adults alike are invited to build a blanket fort in the Design on Main Gallery during the Octagon Art Festival. The activity is part of the "Hide and Seek" interactive exhibition by installation artist Julia Franklin on display Aug. 27-Sept. 28 in the gallery.

Argentine Tango Lessons

Sep 22, 2019

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512 at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU - five lessons for $35/Public - five lessons for $45

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Valerie Williams 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 different partners for practice. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.

Monday, 23 Sep 2019

Pub Chair Class

Sep 23, 2019

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $90, Public $100

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

John Burright Make a tall pub chair, perfect for a counter or cocktail table. The shaped seat, angled back, and foot rails make this seating option comfortable and look great. Make one in class from select pine and leave with the plans and know-how to make more on your own.

Tuesday, 24 Sep 2019

Gallery Chat: Lilah Anderson

Sep 24, 2019

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum, Reiman Gallery (lower level), Morrill Hall

University Museums Arts, performances

Join members of the ISU community as they lead informal gallery discussions about various themes and works of art in the exhibition It Starts with Us: Civility and the 21st Land Grant Mission

Greg Laswell

Sep 24, 2019

8:00 PM

The M-Shop, Memorial Union

$15 / $20 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

Greg Laswell is one of the most uncompromising songwriters of these modern times. Laswell has songs in films such as, Friends With Benefits, My Sister's Keeper, Final Destination. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, 25 Sep 2019

Art Walk: Go Beyond the Glass at the Brunnier

Sep 25, 2019

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, Scheman Building

University Museums Arts, performances

Explore the newly reopened Brunnier Art Museum and engage with works of art that range from historical to contemporary.

Wheel Pottery Class

Sep 25, 2019

2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $110, Public $120

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Alice McGary Get your hands dirty and make beautiful things! Start with centering clay and pulling cylinders, the building blocks to throwing on the wheel. Move on to forming bowls, mugs, vases and plates, and learn handle-pulling, glazing and finishing techniques. Open to beginners as well as those with experience who would like to improve their skills.

Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival Comedy Troupe

Sep 25, 2019

9:00 PM

The M-Shop, Memorial Union

$1 at the door

Student Union Board Arts, performances Student activities

This group is great for those who love the improv comedy humor of their fellow college students and can't get enough of location, occupation, means of death.

Thursday, 26 Sep 2019

Human Sciences Art Walk: Into the Courtyard

Sep 26, 2019

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Lagomarcino Hall, Courtyard

University Museums Arts, performances

This four-part series are in-depth art walks to discover the public art in the Department of Human Sciences buildings.

Happy Outdoor Painting Workshop

Sep 26, 2019

5:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

ISU $25 single workshop or $85 for all four workshops, Public $35 single workshop or $125 for all four workshops

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Create the kind of world you want to see in this oil painting class ala Bob Ross. Follow Levi Chytka using wet-on-wet oil painting technique on a canvas with basic tools. Immerse yourselves in the happy trees, little squirrels, and warm sun on the MU terrace on the west side of the building (Rain location is the Workspace).

Documentary: Stolen Education

Sep 26, 2019

6:00 PM

198 Parks Library

free

University Library Arts, performances Diversity

This film documents the untold story of Mexican-American school children who challenged discrimination in Texas schools in the 1950's and changed the face of education in the Southwest. Brian Behnken, associate professor of history, will lead a Q&A after the screening.

Performance: Comedian Nick Offerman

Sep 26, 2019

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$39.75-$69.75

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Comedian and actor Nick Offerman returns to Stephens Auditorium with his tour "All Rise." Offerman is perhaps best known for his television roles in "Parks and Recreation" and "Fargo."

Friday, 27 Sep 2019

Paint Your Own Pottery: Gnome Gnight

Sep 27, 2019

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

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 space. We will show you the basics of painting your piece and fire it within a week. Studio fee is $4 for ISU and $5 for public to attend plus the cost of the bisque you select. Drop off but give yourself an hour.

Opening Reception & Curator Talk

Sep 27, 2019

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, Scheman Building

University Museums Arts, performances Meetings, receptions

Celebrate the opening of the exhibition "Artists in Iowa: The First Century" with a reception from 5-6 p.m. followed by a talk with guest curator Dr. Lea Rosson DeLong.

Yam Haus

Sep 27, 2019

8:00 PM

M-Shop, Memorial Union

$8 / $10 (w/ $2 DOS increase)

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Genre: pop / rock Yam Haus is a Minneapolis-based pop group. High energy and crafted sets, dedicated fans, and enticing personalities have led to numerous sold out shows.

Saturday, 28 Sep 2019

Seminar: Artists of Iowa exhibit

Sep 28, 2019

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Brunnier Art Museum, Scheman Building

University Museums Arts, performances

This day-long seminar will feature the "Artists in Iowa: The First Century" exhibition and regional speakers who will examine its ideas and themes.

Walk-In Craft: Mini Ofrendas

Sep 28, 2019

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

Free

The Workspace Arts, performances Diversity Student activities

Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors those who have passed. An essential ritual includes making altars or ofrendas (meaning offerings) that include objects placed on display that pay homage to loved ones. Construct and decorate a small paper version in honor of Iowa State's Latino/a Studies Program 25th anniversary symposium.