Tuesday, 01 Oct 2024
Stained Glass Class w/Rod Simpson
Make a small panel of stained glass while learning the basics. Meets in the Workspace on Tuesdays beginning October 1 from 6-8pm for 5 weeks.
Open Mic Night
ISU students - are you looking to impress your fellow Cyclones with your singing, comedy, chainsaw juggling, or other talents? Then don't miss Open Mic Night at the M-Shop! (No chainsaw juggling, please)
Wednesday, 02 Oct 2024
Conservation in Practice
Responsible conservation of the art in a collection is an important part of museum work. From historical methods of conservation to contemporary practices, how do conservators work on the wide range of materials in collections to keep them safe and stable for the future?
Concert: Robin & Linda Williams (Americana / folk)
Robin and Linda Williams are closing in on a five decade-long career that has included 24 personal recordings, thousands of concerts on three continents, a Robert Altman directed movie, and hundreds of performances on NPR's A Prairie Home Companion and other radio and television shows.
Thursday, 03 Oct 2024
Youth Matinee Series: A Moving Sound
Fusing traditional influences with a global sensibility, A Moving Sound is an award-winning ensemble from Taiwan. The group built a worldwide following with their joyous mix of original music and dance. Featuring the distinctive timbres of the erhu (Taiwanese fiddle) and zhong ruan (lute), and the transcendent vocals of Mia Hsieh, A Moving Sound has devised a unique and compelling style that is all their own.
Woodshop Orientation with John Burright
Learn woodshop tools and safety and get access to use the Workspace woodshop during open studio times.
Performance: A Moving Sound
Fusing traditional influences with a global sensibility, A Moving Sound is an award-winning ensemble from Taiwan. The group built a worldwide following with their joyous mix of original music and dance. Featuring the distinctive timbres of the erhu (Taiwanese fiddle) and zhong ruan (lute), and the transcendent vocals of Mia Hsieh, A Moving Sound has devised a unique and compelling style that is all their own.
Friday, 04 Oct 2024
Rededication ceremony: Fountain of the Four Seasons
The rededication of the Fountain of the Four Seasons will feature remarks from President Wendy Wintersteen, University Museums Director and Chief Curator Lynette Pohlman, and Student Government President Martin Hursh. Celebrate the completion of the 2-year restoration project. Check the museums website for date or time changes due to inclement weather.
Drop in Craft: Halloween Felt Plushies
Arm yourself with scissors and a glue gun and make a stuffed felt plushie. We have patterns for a bat, ghost, jack-o-lantern, Frankenstein and skull. These no-sew plushies are adorable and easy to make.
ISU AfterDark: Magician/Hypnotist Noah Sonie and a Conversation with Brenda Song
Students are invited to the Memorial Union from 9pm-1am to participate in a variety of FREE activities that include bingo, bowling, a Workspace craft, karaoke, and more! Noah Sonie in the Durham Great Hall at 9pm with Brenda Song following at 11pm.
Saturday, 05 Oct 2024
Drop in Craft: Halloween Felt Plushies
Arm yourself with scissors and a glue gun and make a stuffed felt plushie. We have patterns for a bat, ghost, jack-o-lantern, Frankenstein and skull. These no-sew plushies are adorable and easy to make.
Sunday, 06 Oct 2024
Uncomfortable Art Curator's Tour | "In Their Time"
Join University Museums curators, Allison Sheridan and Adrienne Gennett, to explore art exhibited throughout In Their Time that can make visitors and museums staff uncomfortable because of the imagery, material, or provenance. Take the opportunity to ask questions about why these objects can be seen as problematic and how museums today work for more transparency in their exhibitions.
Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons
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+.
Monday, 07 Oct 2024
Coming Out Week Craft
National Coming Out Day is an annual LGBTQIA+ awareness day observed on October 11, and we want to celebrate all week! Choose a word or two - like Pride, Love, or Equality - and use our letter stamps to hammer out your text onto a metal disk. We will attach it to a cord bracelet or keychain. Everyone is welcome at The Workspace.
Drop in Craft: Halloween Felt Plushies
Arm yourself with scissors and a glue gun and make a stuffed felt plushie. We have patterns for a bat, ghost, jack-o-lantern, Frankenstein and skull. These no-sew plushies are adorable and easy to make.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Adorable Animals
October 7-12: Pandas, bunnies, llamas, Frenchies, hedgehogs, buffalo, kittens, narwhals, owls, frogs, elephants, turtles and so many more!
School's out Kids' Crafts: Sugar Skulls
Need a fun afternoon activity for the kids on a no-school day? Drop in and make a sugar skull. Choose a design and color it in with markers. Then add glitter, sequins, feathers, pompoms and other fun decorations.
Tuesday, 08 Oct 2024
Coming Out Week Craft
National Coming Out Day is an annual LGBTQIA+ awareness day observed on October 11, and we want to celebrate all week! Choose a word or two - like Pride, Love, or Equality - and use our letter stamps to hammer out your text onto a metal disk. We will attach it to a cord bracelet or keychain. Everyone is welcome at The Workspace.
Drop in Craft: Halloween Felt Plushies
Arm yourself with scissors and a glue gun and make a stuffed felt plushie. We have patterns for a bat, ghost, jack-o-lantern, Frankenstein and skull. These no-sew plushies are adorable and easy to make.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Adorable Animals
October 7-12: Pandas, bunnies, llamas, Frenchies, hedgehogs, buffalo, kittens, narwhals, owls, frogs, elephants, turtles and so many more!
Wednesday, 09 Oct 2024
Coming Out Week Craft
National Coming Out Day is an annual LGBTQIA+ awareness day observed on October 11, and we want to celebrate all week! Choose a word or two - like Pride, Love, or Equality - and use our letter stamps to hammer out your text onto a metal disk. We will attach it to a cord bracelet or keychain. Everyone is welcome at The Workspace.
Drop in Craft: Halloween Felt Plushies
Arm yourself with scissors and a glue gun and make a stuffed felt plushie. We have patterns for a bat, ghost, jack-o-lantern, Frankenstein and skull. These no-sew plushies are adorable and easy to make.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Adorable Animals
October 7-12: Pandas, bunnies, llamas, Frenchies, hedgehogs, buffalo, kittens, narwhals, owls, frogs, elephants, turtles and so many more!
Concert: Jazz Night
Performances by ISU's jazz ensembles. Tickets available at the door.
"A New History of Iowa" | Book Lecture with Dr. Jeff Bremer
Join Dr. Jeff Bremer, Professor of History at Iowa State, as he examines life in post-Civil War Iowa, from farm protests to the founding of Iowa's public education system. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet Dr. Bremer at the end of the program and purchase a signed copy of "A New History of Iowa". Limited space, registration required
Gemstone Earrings Workshop w/ Terrie Hoefer
Learn beginner metalsmithing and make a pair of beaded, sterling silver earrings!
Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy
Iowa State's premier student improv comedy troupe! They perform in the M-Shop on select Wednesday nights during the semester.
Thursday, 10 Oct 2024
ISU Music Recital
Iowa State students will perform during the general recital.
Coming Out Week Craft
National Coming Out Day is an annual LGBTQIA+ awareness day observed on October 11, and we want to celebrate all week! Choose a word or two - like Pride, Love, or Equality - and use our letter stamps to hammer out your text onto a metal disk. We will attach it to a cord bracelet or keychain. Everyone is welcome at The Workspace.
Drop in Craft: Halloween Felt Plushies
Arm yourself with scissors and a glue gun and make a stuffed felt plushie. We have patterns for a bat, ghost, jack-o-lantern, Frankenstein and skull. These no-sew plushies are adorable and easy to make.