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What is featured?

Thursday, 13 Oct 2022

Caterpillar Club

Oct 13, 2022

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

Reiman Gardens

Free for Members, ISU Students. Free with admission for 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. No registration required.

Nature at Noon

Oct 13, 2022

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

Free with admission

Reiman Gardens Lectures

Celebrate homecoming with Reiman Gardens by hearing from the Alumni Association about what homecoming is and why it matters.

Startup Pitch Competition: Finale

Oct 13, 2022

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

3231 Student Innovation Center

free

Ivy College of Business Meetings, receptions Student activities

Students from every college are invited to deliver a 90-second pitch about an idea or business they are working on to a panel of judges to potentially win cash prizes. In addition to a cash prize, the top three winners in each category -- new idea and existing business -- will advance to the Fall Startup Pitch Finale on Oct. 13.

University Library: The International Nest

Oct 13, 2022

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

034 Parks Library

free

University Library Diversity Student activities

Bring a friend for an informal, friendly monthly social gathering in the International Nest. It's a great opportunity to meet new friends, enjoy conversations, and feel get connected with the library.

Soccer vs. Baylor

Oct 13, 2022

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Cyclone Soccer Complex

$0

Athletics Athletics

Iowa State women's soccer welcomes Baylor to Ames for a Big 12 meeting. Admission to all Iowa State soccer matches is free.

Cyclone Cinema: Minions: The Rise of Gru

Oct 13, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Lecture: Urban Coyote Movement and Behavior

Oct 13, 2022

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Diversity Lectures Live Green

The Paul L. Errington Memorial Lecture: "Exploring the Impacts of Social-Ecological Heterogeneity on Urban Coyote Movement and Behavior," presented by urban ecologist Chris Schell, University of California, Berkeley.

Performance: An Evening with C.S. Lewis

Oct 13, 2022

7:30 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$55

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

London born actor/playwright David Payne channels British author C.S. Lewis in an enthralling theatrical experience that has led many thousands to discover, or rediscover, the continuing impact of a man who died over 50 years ago and whose collected works made him one of the literary giants of the 20th Century.

Performance: Town and Gown Chamber Music

Oct 13, 2022

7:30 PM

Tye Recital Hall, Simon Estes Music Hall

$30

Community Arts, performances

The Ames Town and Gown Chamber Music Associations's season-opening performance, featuring Bridget Kibbey on harp and Alexi Kenney on violin.

Friday, 14 Oct 2022

Cyclone Cinema: Minions: The Rise of Gru

Oct 14, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Orchestra Concert

Oct 14, 2022

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Simon Estes Music Hall

$5

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

The Symphony Orchestra performs their first concert of the season in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

Performance: Whose Live Anyway?

Oct 14, 2022

8:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$37-$57

Iowa State Center Arts, performances

The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" are proud to present their new improv tour, a 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Ryan Stiles, Jeff B. Goode, Greg Proops, and Joel Murray will leave you gasping with the witty scenes they invent before your eyes.

Saturday, 15 Oct 2022

Bacon Expo

Oct 15, 2022

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Hansen Agriculture Student Learning Center

$5-$10

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Meetings, receptions Student activities

Along with innovative bacon treats, attendees will enjoy live entertainment and educational displays about the pork industry.

Open House Weekend: Christian Petersen Art Museum & Farm House Museum

Oct 15, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum & Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Having trouble getting to the museum during the week? Enjoy the University Museums' central campus locations and fall exhibitions during an open house weekend, Saturday & Sunday, October 15 & 16 from 1:00-4:00pm. Light refreshments will be served at the Farm House Museum.

Cyclone Cinema: Minions: The Rise of Gru

Oct 15, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Cam Shidler Senior Recital

Oct 15, 2022

7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Simon Estes Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Senior, Cam Shidler presents a voice recital in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall.

Sunday, 16 Oct 2022

Open House Weekend: Christian Petersen Art Museum & Farm House Museum

Oct 16, 2022

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Christian Petersen Art Museum & Farm House Museum

free

University Museums Arts, performances

Having trouble getting to the museum during the week? Enjoy the University Museums' central campus locations and fall exhibitions during an open house weekend, Saturday & Sunday, October 15 & 16 from 1:00-4:00pm. Light refreshments will be served at the Farm House Museum.

Performance: Collage of Choirs

Oct 16, 2022

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Stephens Auditorium

$5-$10

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

A combined concert of the choral department's choirs, conducted by Dr. James Rodde and Dr. Jennifer Rodgers.

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Oct 16, 2022

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $35 ISU, $45 public

Memorial Union programs 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+.

Argentine Tango Drop-In Lessons

Oct 16, 2022

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Room 3512, Memorial Union

5 lessons for $35 ISU, $45 public

Memorial Union programs 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+.

Kaitlyn Seeley Senior Recital

Oct 16, 2022

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Simon Estes Music Hall

free

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Arts, performances

Senior, Kaitlyn Seeley, presents a flute recital in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall.

Cyclone Cinema: Minions: The Rise of Gru

Oct 16, 2022

7:00 PM

Carver 101

free

Memorial Union programs Student activities

Cyclone Cinema is presented by the Student Union Board and showcases a variety of film genres, screening a different movie every weekend Thursday - Sunday during the semester. Sunday film screenings are in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as well, as long as the request is made to the staff prior to the movie starting.

Monday, 17 Oct 2022

Monday Monologues series

Oct 17, 2022

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM

Grant Wood mural lobby, Parks Library

free

University Library Arts, performances Lectures

"Honey Wine from Creek Waters," essays and poems by A'Ja Lyons, Iowa State MFA in Creative Writing and Environment candidate.

Paint Your Own Pottery: Dungeons and Dragons Week

Oct 17, 2022

2:00 PM

Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union

$12-$15 depending on what you choose

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Drop in Monday-Friday 2-9pm and Saturday 10am-4pm in studio or take a kit to-go. October 17 - October 22, 2022

Norman Borlaug Lecture: Cynthia Rosenzweig

Oct 17, 2022

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures Live Green

2022 Norman Borlaug Lecture: Cynthia Rosenzweig is the 2022 World Food Prize laureate for her seminal contributions to understanding and predicting the impacts of the interaction between climate and food systems. Through designing and leading rigorous, collaborative observational and modeling research, she provided the evidence used by thousands of decision-makers in more than 90 countries to both mitigate and adapt to climate change.

Tuesday, 18 Oct 2022

Floral Design: Spooky Arrangements

Oct 18, 2022

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Reiman Gardens

$48 Members. $60 General Public. $40.80 ISU Students

Reiman Gardens

Use seasonal flowers cut fresh from the Gardens in a spooky Halloween-inspired tabletop arrangement. This month's design features a low container with floral foam, and a few festive surprises.

Photo Transfers on Fabric Class

Oct 18, 2022

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Workspace, Memorial Union

$45 ISU, $55 public

Memorial Union programs Arts, performances

Learn how to use freezer paper and an inkjet printer to transfer your images onto fabric. Experiment with a few prints, then take your favorite and turn it into an art piece with stitching and embellishments. This course meets on Tuesdays 6pm-9pm beginning October 18 for 2 weeks.

How a Female Fighter Pilot Overcame Her Fears and Self-Doubt

Oct 18, 2022

7:00 PM

Great Hall, Memorial Union

free

Lecture Series Lectures

Michelle Curran, also known as MACE, led an impressive career as a Fighter Pilot during her 13 years in the United States Air Force. From 2019-2021, she flew as the only female pilot for the Air Force Thunderbirds and performed for millions across the country and internationally. Upon joining this high performing team, she rapidly discovered the best part was not the flying, but the opportunity to inspire others.

Wednesday, 19 Oct 2022

Conference: Women Who Create

Oct 19, 2022

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Training Room, ISU Research Park Core Facility

$50

Ivy College of Business Conferences

The Women Who Create Conference brings together women entrepreneurs, women business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and individuals of all genders who support women entrepreneurs for a full day of workshops and speakers aimed at growing their business.

Drop-In Craft: Marbled Hexagon Coasters

Oct 19, 2022

2:00 PM

Workspace

$

The Workspace Arts, performances Student activities

Monday-Friday 2-9pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. October 19 - November 30 Open to all ages if accompanied by an adult.