Friday, 13 Jul 2018
Designated repeat deadline
Last day to file a Designation of Repeated Course form for a summer course that is not an automatic designated repeat.
Graduate College: Deadline
Graduate College: last day for final oral examinations. Open a ProQuest account and enter the title for your thesis/dissertation.
Pass/Not Pass Deadline
Last day to change a Session II course to or from Pass/Not Pass.
Water Day
A special kid-focused event about all things water!
Paint Your Own Pottery: Succulent Night
Paint pots for your succulents or use our handy tutorials to draw cacti and other plants on any bisque you choose. A variety of succulents will be available for purchase.
Sunday, 15 Jul 2018
Walk-in Argentine Tango
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 better dancing. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie Williams, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Tuesday, 17 Jul 2018
Graduate College: Deadline
Graduate College: last day to submit Graduate Student Approval Form.
Plant Pals
Join us weekly on Tuesdays as our kids' horticulture program covers more diverse topics and expands to other areas of the Gardens.
Chia Bunnies with Caroline Freese
Sculpt and hollow out a bunny from clay with guidance from Caroline, and we will fire it within the next ten days.
Floral Design: Simple Summer Arrangements
Learn to arrange fresh garden florals and greenery expertly into a pretty summer vase.
Wednesday, 18 Jul 2018
Opening reception: "Activist Agriculture" exhibit
An opening reception for the "Activist Agriculture: Farm Protest in Iowa, 1929-1969" exhibit. The exhibition team, composed of staff members from special collections and university archives, the preservation department and digital initiatives, will discuss the development of the display, including the online component.
Behind the Scenes: Inner Workings: Mechanical Systems & Basement
Join Nathan Brockman for a basement guide to learn all about the vast systems running underneath the Gardens in order to keep things running smoothly.
Sewing Lessons
Whether you are a beginner needing to learn how to operate a sewing machine, or someone who needs help finishing a project in progress, this is for you.
Thursday, 19 Jul 2018
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.
Kids' Story Time
Join us for this summertime favorite! Every other week, hear books read aloud and join in an activity or craft.
Concert: The Pretenders
The Pretenders return to Iowa for the first time in nearly a decade.
Friday, 20 Jul 2018
Fee payment deadline
Fee payment deadline for summer semester. Final payment due on AccessPlus.
Graduate College: Deadline
Graduate College: last day to submit electronic thesis/dissertation to ProQuest for Thesis Office review.
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.
Paint Your Own Pottery: Gnome Gnight
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 indoor or outdoor space.
Saturday, 21 Jul 2018
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.
Indigo Dyeing
Explore the plant and science magic of dyeing with indigo!
Harry Potter Wands
The wand chooses the wizard, but exceptions are made in the Workspace
Sunday, 22 Jul 2018
Summer Iowa Games
The Iowa Sports Foundation is known for the Summer Iowa Games, which take place annually during July in Ames. More than 60 sports are offered over three weekends. Special events include the opening ceremony and athlete jamboree.
Walk-in Argentine Tango
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 better dancing. From 5-7pm, the floor is yours for dancing under the guidance of Valerie Williams, and for working with different partners. An intermediate level figure will also be introduced during this time.
Tuesday, 24 Jul 2018
Plant Pals
Join us weekly on Tuesdays as our kids' horticulture program covers more diverse topics and expands to other areas of the Gardens.
RAGBRAI Celebration
RAGBRAI riders are encouraged to visit Reiman Gardens during their stop in Ames!
Farewell reception: Dimitri Argyriou
Dimitri Argyriou, chief research officer for the Ames Laboratory, is leaving for another position.
Moving Watercolor Effects
2-week program on Tuesdays & Thursdays beginning July 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Play with watercolor paint in various ways as you explore the physicality of the medium in this quick 4-session course taught by artist Yvonne Brune.
Carillon Summer Concert Series
Carillon concert with guest carillonneur Ray McLellan, Michigan State University, Lansing. Campanile tours are available after each concert. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy a summer evening on central campus with friends and family.