Saturday, 12 Apr 2014
Canceled: VISIONS Across America open house
This event has been canceled.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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 dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Canceled: Into the Woods
This event has been canceled and will not be rescheduled.
Sunday, 13 Apr 2014
Canceled: Into the Woods
This event has been canceled and will not be rescheduled.
Victorian Parlor Games
It is hard to imagine life without television, video games, and the Internet, but there was a time when none of those things existed. During the Victorian era, entertainment known as Parlor Games became popularized as people began to have more free time. Join University Museums for an afternoon of Victorian era games and learn what life was like when families had to entertain themselves.
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Wednesday, 16 Apr 2014
Performance: Five Little Monkeys presented by Adventure Theater MTC
Going shopping... baking cakes... JUMPING ON BEDS!!! Five silly simian siblings insist on doing things their own way and monkey mayhem ensues in this zany play in cumulative verse.
Performance: Five Little Monkeys presented by Adventure Theater MTC
Going shopping... baking cakes... JUMPING ON BEDS!!! Five silly simian siblings insist on doing things their own way and monkey mayhem ensues in this zany play in cumulative verse.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.
Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins - A One-Woman Play
Red Hot Patriot, a one-woman play written by sisters Allison and Margaret Engel, celebrates the life and work of syndicated columnist Molly Ivins. 2014 First Amendment Day Celebration
Thursday, 17 Apr 2014
Miniature Book Making Class
Using recycled papers and fabrics, we will play with traditional methods of bookbinding to create miniature handmade books.
Shadows of Perception
How do our sensory and perceptual systems acquire information about the world, and how does the mind attend to some aspects of the world and ignore other aspects? Join Eric Cooper, associate professor in Psychology, as he shares his knowledge of perception and how the brain perceives shadows. Also take this opportunity to see the current exhibition Illuminating Perception: Explorations of Light and Shadow by Mac Adams.
Saturday, 19 Apr 2014
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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 dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
Tuesday, 22 Apr 2014
Lunchtime Gallery Talk
Assistant Curator Adrienne Gennett will tour the exhibition of Asian arts and discuss the new permanent exhibition space with the Periodical Room at the Parks Library, which is home to the David G. Topel and Jay-Lin Jane-Topel and Cheng Art Collection with the inaugural exhibition of their collection of Chinese jades, hardstones, and scrolls.
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival
Grandma Mojo's Moonshine Revival is a student run improv comedy troupe on campus. They perform in the M-Shop on various Wednesdays during the semester. Grandma Mojo's is the best and cheapest date on campus - admission is only $1!
Wednesday, 23 Apr 2014
ArtWalk: At Play in the Hidden Garden
Join University Museum as we explore some of our Art on Campus Collection's most hidden gems. Starting with Norie Sato's "One Now All", the walk will take you through Palmer, MacKay, and end in LeBaron Hall's hidden courtyard and Tom Askman's "Aequanimitas." Meet your guide at the east entrance to the Palmer Building.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.
Friday, 25 Apr 2014
Bring It On: The Musical
Uniting some of the freshest and funniest creative minds on Broadway, BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL is inspired by the Bring It On films.
Saturday, 26 Apr 2014
Art Supply Sale & Craft Swap
It's time for spring cleaning! We will be going through our stash of supplies and pricing to sell. We also have a number of free items that will be on our CRAFT SWAP TABLE! Bring stuff from your stash that is usable and in good condition (things that you aren't going to use but can't bring yourself to throw away). Swap for new or new-to-you supplies.
Argentine Tango Practica (Class)
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 dancing better. From 5-7pm the dance floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie and working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes, smooth-soled shoes, or s
ISU Symphony Orchestra
Jacob Harrison, conductor
Sunday, 27 Apr 2014
Art Supply Sale & Craft Swap
It's time for spring cleaning! We will be going through our stash of supplies and pricing to sell. We also have a number of free items that will be on our CRAFT SWAP TABLE! Bring stuff from your stash that is usable and in good condition (things that you aren't going to use but can't bring yourself to throw away). Swap for new or new-to-you supplies.
Argentine Tango Class
This Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.
Monday, 28 Apr 2014
Performance: Laura Ingalls Wilder presented by ArtsPower
Back by popular demand, this original musical chronicles the exciting adventures of the Ingalls family as they travel across the prairie in search of a little house to call home.
Performance: Laura Ingalls Wilder presented by ArtsPower
Back by popular demand, this original musical chronicles the exciting adventures of the Ingalls family as they travel across the prairie in search of a little house to call home.
Wednesday, 30 Apr 2014
PoPS [Products of Public Space] Final Review
You are cordially invited to attend the Final Review and Discussion of the Products of Public Space Studio "Dynamic Proposals for Des Moines". Presentations will take place in the Morrill Auditorium, and works will be displayed in the Lower Gallery (0003 Morrill). Please feel free to come and go as your schedule allows during the reviews.
Artful Yoga
Build strength, endurance, and balance in a yoga class that will leave you feeling relaxed and centered. Behind all of those sore muscles you may find patience, peace, and a stronger mind/body connection. No yoga experience is necessary, but please bring your own mat.