Friday, 03 Dec 2021
Art Mart Holiday Sale
The annual holiday art sale at the Memorial Union features one-of-a-kind gifts that are perfect for the holidays from our campus community of artists. The sale will be December 1 - 4, Wednesday 4-7pm, Thursday 10am-4pm, Friday noon-8pm (during WinterFest at the MU) and Saturday 10am-1pm.
Flagship Friday Innovators Forum: You're More Than You Think You Are
"You're More Than You Think You Are," Hongwei Zhang, Iowa State professor of electrical and computer engineering. His research investigates modeling, algorithmic, and systems issues in wireless sensing and control networks (e.g., those in 5G and beyond) as well as their applications in connected and automated vehicles, AR/VR, smart agriculture, and cyber-physical-human systems in general.
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and holiday wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
"Collective Progress: Dynamics of Exit Waves"
Virtual Economics Department Seminar: Leeat Yariv (Princeton University)
WinterFest
WinterFest provides a unique combination of winter-themed events, activities, displays and traditions to help students relieve their end-of-semester stress and connect with the Ames community.
WinterFest: Open house
Stop by to meet President Wendy Wintersteen and Robert Waggoner. Complimentary hot chocolate, apple cider, cookies, and ice cream from The Creamery also will be available. Music will also be provided by an ISU student string quartet.
Carillon Concert: Polar Express (new time)
Listen to the reading of the magical "Polar Express" story along with carillon, vocal and instrumental student musical performances. The event also will be livestreamed on Facebook.
Winter Wonderscape Holiday Light Show
An outdoor, walk-through light show featuring amazing displays throughout Reiman Gardens' 17-acre site. Enjoy brightly lit tunnels, fantasy lights falling like stars, massive disco balls twirling to laser lights, a giant light fountain, glowing orbs, new attractions and the famous RG Express. Shows are on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings through Jan. 1 Light up the holiday season at Winter Wonderscape!
Yuletide Evening at the Farm House Museum
Hosted by the University Museums' interns, in conjunction with Winterfest, celebrate the holiday season at the Farm House Museum. Take part in Victorian yuletide-themed activities and crafts while you enjoy holiday treats. The carriage from the Memorial Union will stop at the Farm House Museum.
WinterFest: Jingle Jog
Check-in begins at 4 p.m. in the Memorial Union main lounge. Participants get a t-shirt. The proceeds benefit the Andy Albright Scholarship, awarded to a Student Government First-Year Council member.
Cyclone Cinema: The Suicide Squad
Assemble a team of the world's most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government's disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do.
Concert: Percussion Ensemble
An evening of music featuring ISU percussion students.
Saturday, 04 Dec 2021
Forestry Club: Tree and wreath sale
Students in the forestry club will sell Christmas trees and holiday wreaths. Proceeds support club activities.
Horticulture Club: Poinsettia sale
Poinsettias are available in red, white, and specialty colors. Six-inch pots will be sold for $15 and ten-inch pots will be sold for $35. Preorders are available and can be picked up Dec. 1-4 at Horticulture Hall or the sale location.
Art Mart Holiday Sale
The annual holiday art sale at the Memorial Union features one-of-a-kind gifts that are perfect for the holidays from our campus community of artists. The sale will be December 1 - 4, Wednesday 4-7pm, Thursday 10am-4pm, Friday noon-8pm (during WinterFest at the MU) and Saturday 10am-1pm.
Yuletide at the Farm House Museum
Festive family fun at the Farm House Museum! Victorian yuletide-themed crafts and holiday treats will be provided. Tours of the historic home in full period decoration will also be offered throughout the afternoon, as well as the chance to meet and take a picture with Santa. It's the perfect start to the holiday season for families and friends!
Winter Wonderscape Holiday Light Show
An outdoor, walk-through light show featuring amazing displays throughout Reiman Gardens' 17-acre site. Enjoy brightly lit tunnels, fantasy lights falling like stars, massive disco balls twirling to laser lights, a giant light fountain, glowing orbs, new attractions and the famous RG Express. Shows are on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings through Jan. 1 Light up the holiday season at Winter Wonderscape!
Cyclone Cinema: The Suicide Squad
Assemble a team of the world's most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most powerful arsenal at the government's disposal, and send them off on a mission to defeat an enigmatic, insuperable entity. U.S. intelligence officer Amanda Waller has determined only a secretly convened group of disparate, despicable individuals with next to nothing to lose will do.
Concert: Betcha and 90'S KIDS
Nashville-based alt-rockers Betcha is a rapidly emerging band with a distinctive fusion of sweetly stoned rock, alternative electronica, and punchy pop anthems. Founded in 2017 at Ohio University, 90'S KIDS is an alt-pop group that combines modern styles with a heavy dose of youthful '80s and '90s pop.