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Sunday, 14 May 2023

Celebrate Mother's Day at Reiman Gardens!

May 14, 2023

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

No preregistration required. All moms admitted free of charge. Free for members and ISU students with student ID. Price of admission for the general public.

Reiman Gardens

We offer free admission to all mothers on Mother's Day. Visitors can also discover live butterflies from around the globe in the Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing, explore the tropical Hughes Conservatory, and browse the Gift Shop filled with unique and sustainable items.

Plant Sale Extravaganza

May 14, 2023

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Reiman Gardens parking lot

free

Reiman Gardens

Plants for sale include perennials for sun and shade, herbs and vegetables, Iowa natives, woody plants including trees, shrubs and Buck roses, specialty evergreens, container annuals, hanging baskets, All-American Selection (AAS) winning vegetables and herbs, and prefinished mixed containers. Sale will be held rain or shine. Credit card, check, and cash will be accepted.

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

May 14, 2023

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances Student activities

This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. Classes meet every Sunday and drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Open to ages 18+.

Performance: RAIN

May 14, 2023

7:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

TBA

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

Together longer than The Beatles, RAIN has mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that's as infectious as it is transporting. Let RAIN take you back with all of the greatest hits along with all of your other Beatles favorites. This adoring tribute will take you back to a time when all you needed was love, and a little help from your friends.

Monday, 15 May 2023

Semester begins

May 15, 2023

All day

Iowa State University

Academic Affairs Academic calendar

First day of classes for summer semester session.

Retirement reception: Anne Foegen

May 15, 2023

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Mente/Boyd Reception Area (3rd floor), ISU Alumni Center

free

Receptions and open houses Meetings, receptions

Dr. Anne Foegen, who has served Iowa State University for 28 years in the former Department of Curriculum and Instruction and the current School of Education, is retiring. A program begins at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, 16 May 2023

Floral Design: Arranging Tropical Leaves

May 16, 2023

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$50 Members. $66 General Public. $42 ISU Students.

Reiman Gardens

Join cherished instructor and State Fair Master Floral Judge Sandy Gossman for a different hands-on floral arrangement workshop each month. This May, learn to create a dynamic monochromatic vase arrangement using tropical greenery cut from the Hughes Conservatory.

Thursday, 18 May 2023

Caterpillar Club

May 18, 2023

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

Reiman Gardens

Free for members and ISU students. Price of admission for the general public.

Reiman Gardens

Join us outdoors weekly for our popular Early Childhood Development program featuring stories followed by nature exploration and activities. Best for children ages 2-5 with an adult.