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SUMMARY:Bonsai Show - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Sat.\, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sun.\, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. \nMembers of the Iowa Bonsai Association will be displaying unique specimens from their own collections and answering questions from the public. \n\nJoin the Iowa Bonsai Association and their invited guest\, the Eastern Iowa Bonsai Association at Reiman Gardens as we showcase the art and horticulture of Bonsai. \nBonsai involves the cultivation and artistic shaping of trees\, creating a miniature version of a full-sized tree through careful pruning\, wiring\, and training. \nThe object is to create a harmonious and balanced bonsai as a living piece of art that can be viewed in every season. This year’s theme “Bonsai: Asia to America” showcases deciduous\, conifer and tropical trees as the growing season comes to an end and dormancy begins. \n**What to expect at the show: **\nThe Iowa Bonsai Association will showcase some of Midwest’s’ finest bonsai. You will also find bonsai and bonsai related items for sale from a vendor and the IBA bazaar sales table. \nIBA members will be available as docents to guide and answer questions regarding bonsai. \nSat.\, Nov. 8 from 1 – 3 p.m. There will be a formal demonstration in the auditorium. Four IBA members and a moderator will focus on seasonal work. \nSun.\, Nov. 9 from 1 – 3 p.m. IBA members will have informal demonstrations in the show area. \nPre-registration is not required. Free for Reiman Gardens members and ISU Students. Cost of admission for everyone else. \nShare this event: https://bit.ly/3W2NEK7
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/bonsai-show-reiman-gardens/2025-11-19/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Member Open House - Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:This month\, join us for our Members Open Hours at Fifth Street Writers. Interested in becoming a member? Click here for more information! \nOpen this month from 8 – 10 a.m. on Wednesdays. There are a few exceptions\, please check our events calendar for specific dates! \nOur space is designed for writers by writers? It’s a quiet place to focus on your writing projects? We have seating areas spread throughout the building at Fifth Street Writers that run the gamut from comfy club chairs to benches with tables\, to larger tables with chairs. Limited parking is available in front of the building\, with plenty of street parking. Our site host this month is communications intern\, Acacia Coates.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/member-open-house-ames-writers-collective-2/
LOCATION:Ames Writers Collective / Fifth Street Writers\, 612 5th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Writers Collective":MAILTO:ana@ameswriterscollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T203000
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SUMMARY:Deep Roots Book Group - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join gardeners and nature enthusiasts for deep discussion of books in connection with the Ames Seed Library. Topics will touch on seeds and plants\, gardening\, community-building\, and the relationship between humans\, animals\, and plants.  Book selections include both fiction and non-fiction intended for general audience. PEO Room \n\nSeptember 23 – Night Magic by Leigh Ann Henion\nOctober 28 – All Over Creation by Ruth Ozeki\nNovember 18: The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl\nDecember 16: Migrations by Charlotte Mcconaghy\n\nSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/deep-roots-book-group-ames-public-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T203000
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: Spanish - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Spanish. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversation-circles-spanish-ames-public-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Still Life Painting\, Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Still Life Painting\, Ages 18+\n\n\nThe Colorful Still Life\, Ages 18+\nTuesdays\, 6 – 8 pm\nNov. 4 – 18 (3 weeks) $85 \nStudents will explore the possibilities of color in still life painting. Through a series of exercises and limited palettes\, students will expand their understanding of color and the surprising possibilities of primary colors. Medium: Oil-focused\, but other media welcome. \nInstructor: Zack Bukovich\nClass Size Limit: 10\nStudio Location: TBA \n Student supply list:Choose preferred type of Paint: Gouache\, Acrylic or Oil Paint \n\n4-6 canvases\, panels or paper\, between 9 x12” and 16 x 20”\n\nGouache or Acrylic Supplies: \n\nGouache or Acrylic paints: A simple color palette of basic colors (red\, blue\, yellow\, black\, white and brown).\nBrushes*\n\nOil Painting Supplies: \n\nOil Paints: Titanium white\, warm yellow and cool yellow (usually cadmium yellow and lemon yellow)\, warm red and cool red (usually cadmium red and alizarin crimson) and ultramarine blue; other colors of your choice (bring what you have).\nMixed sized brushes (can be bristle or synthetic)*\nPalette Knife\nPalette surface (sheets are fine)\nOdorless Turpentine or Gamsol\nPaint mixing tray\n*The Octagon will provide  paper towels\, pencils\, gently used paintbrushes of varying type and size.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/still-life-painting-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Floral Design Workshops - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create beautiful floral arrangements to take home – a different style each month!\nThird Tuesday of each month\, 6 – 7 p.m. \nJoin cherished instructor and State Fair Master Floral Judge Sandy Gossman for a different monthly hands-on floral arrangement workshop. Designs range from contemporary vase arrangements to structured forms using tropical leaves\, dried materials\, event florals\, and more! Materials include a mixture of market flowers and seasonal flowers cut fresh from Reiman Gardens. \n\n2025 Dates & Topics\n\nNovember 18: Woody & Wild\nDecember 16: Solstice Centerpieces (oasis)\n\n2026 Dates & Topics\n\nJanuary 20: Grocer’s Roses\nFebruary 17: Floral Flurries\nMarch 17: Green Goodness\nApril 21: Fairy Garden Tea Cups (2 tea cups)\nMay 19: Tropic Like It’s Hot\nJune 16: Herbal Centerpieces (oasis)\nJuly 21:Miniature Masterpieces (vases or oasis)\nAugust 18: Big Bloom Bunches\nSeptember 15: Colorful Crescents\nOctober 20: Succulent Pumpkins (pumpkin)\nNovember 17: Grassy Swags (wire frame)\nDecember 15: Winter Ikebana (oasis or frogs)\n\nCOPY LINK \n\nPrices\n\n\n$62\nGeneral Public Any age\n\n\n$50\nMembers Must Present Membership Card at Check-In\n\n\n$43\nISU Students Valid with Student ID
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/floral-design-workshops-reiman-gardens/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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SUMMARY:STEAM NIGHT: Toying with Technology - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of epic learning technologies!\nTues.\, Nov. 18\, 5:30 – 7 p.m. \nEnjoy a fun evening of hands-on STEAM activities with Iowa State University’s Toying with Technology Teacher Candidates. Come play\, make\, and learn! \nThis program is FREE and open to the public. No registration required. \nIn collaboration with Reiman Gardens’ Education Department
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/steam-night-toying-with-technology-reiman-gardens/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Yoga and Drum Circle - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join Drum Iowa for an afternoon of yoga and drumming! We’ll start with 45 minutes of yoga with a gentle djembe drum accompaniment. A community drum circle will follow. \nFeel free to drop into the program anytime from 5 – 7 p.m. Farwell T. Brown Auditorium \nPresented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Drum Iowa. Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/yoga-and-drum-circle-ames-public-library/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
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SUMMARY:International Community Meetup - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing. \nPresented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University International Students and Scholars Office.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/international-community-meetup-ames-public-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
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SUMMARY:International Community Meetup: Drum Iowa - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing. \nThis month\, we’ll be joined by Drum Iowa for yoga and a drum circle! Find out more at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/event/yoga-drum-circle \nPresented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University International Students and Scholars Office. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/international-community-meetup/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
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SUMMARY:Kids Chess Club - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Come play chess! Whether you are just a beginner or already an expert\, all kids in grades 1-5 are welcome to come have fun. Drop in and learn how to play or make new friends with other chess lovers.  Storytime Room \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010 \n(515) 239-5646 \n\nLibrary Hours \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/kids-chess-club-ames-public-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T140000
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SUMMARY:Baby Time - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories\, songs\, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn along with you. \nBabies and caregivers are welcome to stay and play after the event! \nStorytime Room \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nLibrary Hours\n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/baby-time-ames-public-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T160000
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SUMMARY:Farm House Museum Holiday Exhibition - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Farm House Museum at Iowa State University invites you to experience Yuletide: Glad Tidings through December 18. Iowa State’s oldest building sparkles with historic holiday charm. Special events include WinterFest Open House (Dec 5\, 5 – 7 p.m.) and Santa Open House (Dec 6\, noon – 3 p.m.). Open weekdays\, noon – 4 p.m. at 601 Farm House Lane. Free admission. Learn more at museums.iastate.edu or call (515) 294-3342. \nThe historic 1860 home\, which has hosted countless holiday gatherings throughout its 165-year history\, welcomes the campus and community to experience the seasonal traditions that have brought students\, faculty\, and staff together for generations. \n“The Farm House Museum has a certain twinkle this time of year\,” said Allison Sheridan\, Farm House Museum curator. “Yuletide: Glad Tidings invites visitors to experience the warmth and beauty of historic holiday traditions in Iowa State’s oldest building. It’s a wonderful way to pause during the busy season and connect with our campus heritage – and share glad tidings\, merriment and good cheer.” \n“It’s like this house was made for the holidays\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator of the Art on Campus Collection and the Anderson Sculpture Garden. \nVisit Yuletide: Glad Tidings \nFarm House Museum \n601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, Iowa 50011 \nMon. – Fri.\, noon – 4 p.m. \nClosed Sat.\, Sun.\, and University holidays. Free admission\, donations welcome \nPhone: (515) 294-3342 \nAbout the Farm House Museum \nThe Farm House Museum is the oldest building on Iowa State University’s campus. Originally constructed in 1860\, the Farm House Museum first served the university as living quarters for various students\, Iowa State deans\, professors\, and farmhands. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965 as the Knapp-Wilson House\, it honors Seaman A. Knapp\, author of the federal Hatch Act of 1887\, and James F. “Tama Jim” Wilson\, who became U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under Presidents McKinley\, Roosevelt\, and Taft. Following a six-year restoration in the 1970s\, the Farm House Museum became a public museum. Today\, the Farm House Museum\, an affiliate of University Museums at Iowa State University\, serves the public and student body by displaying numerous antiques with particular emphasis on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more. \nAbout University Museums \nUniversity Museums is a distinctive organization that encompasses two art museums\, a National Historic Landmark historic home museum\, a sculpture garden\, and one of the largest campus public art collections in the nation. University Museums brings world-class exhibitions with educational programming to Iowa State University\, actively acquires works of art to add to the more than 30\,000 permanent collection objects\, conserves and preserves collections\, conducts and publishes curatorial scholarship\, and fosters student engagement. University Museums is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/farm-house-museum-holiday-exhibition-university-museums/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T110000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening\, language\, and literacy skills through music\, movement\, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. Storytime Room. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nLibrary Hours\n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/family-storytime-ames-public-library/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T042937Z
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SUMMARY:Member Open House - Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:This month\, join us for our Members Open Hours at Fifth Street Writers. Interested in becoming a member? Click here for more information! \nOpen today from 10 a.m. – noon. Check our events calendar for specific dates! \nOur space is designed for writers by writers? It’s a quiet place to focus on your writing projects? We have seating areas spread throughout the building at Fifth Street Writers that run the gamut from comfy club chairs to benches with tables\, to larger tables with chairs. Limited parking is available in front of the building\, with plenty of street parking. Our site host is founder\, Ana McCracken.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/member-open-house-ames-writers-collective/
LOCATION:IA
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T100000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T020226Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Art November - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Art November\n\n\nExploring Art\, 18 months – 3’s with an adult partner\nTuesdays\, 9:15 – 10 a.m.\n$65 for 4 week sessions\nNovember 4 – 25 \nUpcoming Session: December 2 – 9 ( $45: 2 week mini session) \nChildren and their adult partner will explore art together in a relaxed environment. Toddlers will create their own works of art while learning new skills like tearing paper\, gluing\, cutting\, coloring over texture\, painting with different objects\, moving through transitions and imitating art making processes. Activities will focus on age appropriate\, playful\, artistic and sensory materials. \nClass size limit: 6 child/adult pairs.\nInstructor: Beth Weninger\nHunziker Studio
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/exploring-art-november-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251118T170000
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SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-11-18/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251108T005916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T005916Z
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SUMMARY:Dried Floral Wreath Workshop - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:This year try something new and sustainable for your holiday decor – a dried floral wreath!\n2 OPTIONS:\nFri.\, Nov. 14\, 6 – 9 p.m. OR\nMon.\, Nov. 17\, 6 – 9 p.m. \nUsing real flowers\, greens\, and other natural materials collected from Reiman Gardens throughout the year\, we’ll guide you in adorning a grapevine wreath that you can keep on your door or above your hearth throughout the holiday season. \nThen make your own festive bow – one for fall and one for winter – or get them pre-made by our experienced staff.\nAll materials included. \nPreregistration with payment is required. \nNOTE: We are offering this program in lieu of a traditional evergreen wreath to find a more sustainable approach to using what nature gives while reducing environmental impact. \nCOPY LINK \n\nPrices\n\n\n$92\nGeneral Public Any age\n\n\n$69\nMembers Must Present Membership Card at Check-In\n\n\n$59\nISU Students Valid with Student ID
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/dried-floral-wreath-workshop-reiman-gardens/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251003T025008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T025008Z
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SUMMARY:Wheel Throwing\, Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Wheel Throwing\, Ages 18+\n\n\nWheel Throwing\, Ages 18+\nBeginning-Intermediate skill levels\nMondays\, 6 – 8:30 p.m.\nOct. 20 – Nov.17 (5 weeks)\n$185 \nThis class will guide you through shaping clay on the wheel\, from centering to finishing simple forms. It’s perfect for beginners or intermediate potters who wish to practice and hone their skills. All materials provided. \nClass size limit: 7\nStudio Location: Ceramics/North Studio\, 2nd Floor\nInstructor: Allyson Fillmore
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/wheel-throwing-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Octagon Center for the Arts":MAILTO:info@octagonarts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251102T201956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T201956Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations in English - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather for casual conversations in English. The focus of this group is to help English Language Learners gain confidence and fluency in a comfortable and fun setting. Library staff will pair native and non-native speakers and provide themes\, questions\, and topics for conversation. \nLibrary Location\n\n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nLibrary Hours\n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. \n\n\n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversations-in-english-ames-public-library/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251109T054243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T054647Z
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SUMMARY:Farm House Museum Holiday Exhibition - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Farm House Museum at Iowa State University invites you to experience Yuletide: Glad Tidings through December 18. Iowa State’s oldest building sparkles with historic holiday charm. Special events include WinterFest Open House (Dec 5\, 5 – 7 p.m.) and Santa Open House (Dec 6\, noon – 3 p.m.). Open weekdays\, noon – 4 p.m. at 601 Farm House Lane. Free admission. Learn more at museums.iastate.edu or call (515) 294-3342. \nThe historic 1860 home\, which has hosted countless holiday gatherings throughout its 165-year history\, welcomes the campus and community to experience the seasonal traditions that have brought students\, faculty\, and staff together for generations. \n“The Farm House Museum has a certain twinkle this time of year\,” said Allison Sheridan\, Farm House Museum curator. “Yuletide: Glad Tidings invites visitors to experience the warmth and beauty of historic holiday traditions in Iowa State’s oldest building. It’s a wonderful way to pause during the busy season and connect with our campus heritage – and share glad tidings\, merriment and good cheer.” \n“It’s like this house was made for the holidays\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator of the Art on Campus Collection and the Anderson Sculpture Garden. \nVisit Yuletide: Glad Tidings \nFarm House Museum \n601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, Iowa 50011 \nMon. – Fri.\, noon – 4 p.m. \nClosed Sat.\, Sun.\, and University holidays. Free admission\, donations welcome \nPhone: (515) 294-3342 \nAbout the Farm House Museum \nThe Farm House Museum is the oldest building on Iowa State University’s campus. Originally constructed in 1860\, the Farm House Museum first served the university as living quarters for various students\, Iowa State deans\, professors\, and farmhands. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965 as the Knapp-Wilson House\, it honors Seaman A. Knapp\, author of the federal Hatch Act of 1887\, and James F. “Tama Jim” Wilson\, who became U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under Presidents McKinley\, Roosevelt\, and Taft. Following a six-year restoration in the 1970s\, the Farm House Museum became a public museum. Today\, the Farm House Museum\, an affiliate of University Museums at Iowa State University\, serves the public and student body by displaying numerous antiques with particular emphasis on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more. \nAbout University Museums \nUniversity Museums is a distinctive organization that encompasses two art museums\, a National Historic Landmark historic home museum\, a sculpture garden\, and one of the largest campus public art collections in the nation. University Museums brings world-class exhibitions with educational programming to Iowa State University\, actively acquires works of art to add to the more than 30\,000 permanent collection objects\, conserves and preserves collections\, conducts and publishes curatorial scholarship\, and fosters student engagement. University Museums is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/farm-house-museum-holiday-exhibition-university-museums/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T110000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251102T195437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T195647Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music\, stories\, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation. \n\n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/toddler-storytime-ames-public-library/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251107T232433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T232832Z
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SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251024T031837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T032614Z
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SUMMARY:Cyclone Cinema: The Naked Gun - ISU Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:Only one man has the particular set of skills – to lead Police Squad and save the world. \n2025 | PG-13 | 1hr 25min \nAll Cyclone Cinema showings start at 7 p.m. Sunday film screenings will be in open caption format. All other screenings can be open caption as long as the request is made to the staff before the movie starts.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/cyclone-cinema-the-naked-gun-isu-student-union-board-4/
LOCATION:Carver Hall\, Room 0101\, 411 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA 50011\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251010T224320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T225119Z
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SUMMARY:Argentine Tango Drop-in Lessons - The Workspace
DESCRIPTION:Argentine Tango Drop-in Lessons with Valerie Williams \nThis Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From  4 – 5 p.m\, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week\, along with techniques for better dancing. From 5 – 7 p.m\, the floor is yours for dancing under Valerie’s guidance and for working with different partners. An intermediate-level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes\, smooth-soled shoes\, or socks. \nOpen to ages 18+. \nClasses meet every Sunday at 4 p.m. in Room 3512; drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Check the Workspace Calendar to make su \nISU – five lessons for $45/Public – five lessons for $55
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/9491/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Memorial Union Rm 3512\, 2220 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Workspace":MAILTO:workspace@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251102T162739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T162739Z
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SUMMARY:Once Upon a Mattress - Story Theater Company
DESCRIPTION:Story Theater Company Presents Once Upon a Mattress\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMany moons ago in a far-off place\, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son\, Prince Dauntless\, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince\, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is\, until the “shy” swamp princess\, Winnifred the Woebegone\, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test\, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs\, by turns hilarious and raucous\, romantic and melodic\, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. After all\, a princess is a delicate thing. \nPERFORMANCES\n\nFri.\, Nov. 7 and Fri.\, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m.\nSat.\, Nov. 8\, Sun.\, Nov. 9\, Sat.\, Nov. 15\, and Sun.\, Nov. 16 at 2 p.m.\n\nLocation: Ames City Auditorium: 520 6th St. \nTICKETS\nBecause we do not want ticket cost to be a barrier to enjoying our shows\, we are leaving it up to each patron to choose a ticket price that is a good fit for you. The suggested price is $15 per person. If that puts a strain on your finances\, please feel free to choose a lower price. If you are able to spend a bit more\, choosing a higher price will help support Story Theater Company. \n\nAll seats are general admission.\nTickets may be used at any performance.\nPick up your tickets when you arrive at the show. Tickets will not be mailed.\nTickets may be purchased at the door. We accept cash\, check\, or credit/debit.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/once-upon-a-mattress-story-theater-company/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251103T045708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T045708Z
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SUMMARY:Book Sale - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Find great deals on thousands of used items\, including books\, movies\, music\, and more! \n\nThurs.\, Nov. 13 – 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.\nAdmission $2; Free admission and early entry starting at 5 p.m. for donors to the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation at the $20 level and above\nFri.\, Nov. 14 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nFree admission\nSat.\, Nov. 15 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nFree admission\nSun.\, Nov. 16 – noon to 5 p.m.\nLast day! Admission $1\, and everything is free! (Auditorium only)\n\n  \nMake sure to stop by the Literary Grounds Bookstore for a sale featuring vintage and collectible books. $1 off everything in the store (except book bundles and items marked $1). \nPresented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. Proceeds from the Book Sale are used to enhance Library programs and services. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/book-sale-ames-public-library/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251107T232433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T232832Z
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SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20251024T021047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T021357Z
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SUMMARY:Slow Mass & The Casket Lottery w/ Moonlighting - ISU Student Union Board\, M-Shop
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Show starts @ 8 p.m.\nTICKETS: $15 ($10 w/ ISU Student ID) in advance | $2 increase day-of-show \nGenre: rock\nFor fans of: Minus the Bear\, Low\, mewithoutYou\, Braid \nSLOW MASS\nSince forming in 2015\, Chicago’s Slow Mass has been committed to pushing its artistic vision forward at all costs. Though Slow Mass was previously built around a core lineup\, this has evolved into a fluid cast that has expanded to feature collaborators who are spread across the country. The current lineup consists of Evan Bernard\, Dave Collis\, Sean Hallock\, Emma McCall\, Josh Parks\, Josh Sparks\, and Mercedes Webb. \nAfter springing to life and releasing 2016’s Treasure Pains\, the band quickly got to work on its debut full-length\, 2018’s On Watch\, which garnered praise from the likes of Pitchfork and was named one of the best Chicago albums of the 2010s by the Chicago Reader. Following On Watch\, the band kept its nose to the grindstone\, touring with the likes of La Dispute\, Gouge Away\, mewithoutYou\, Horse Jumper of Love\, and delivering a host of new releases that each expanded upon the sounds Slow Mass had become known for. With the trio of EPs in the ongoing Music For Ears series and 2020’s Music For Rest\, they transformed their Fugazi-inspired post-hardcore propulsions into muted ruminations that could have fit on a modern Low album. \nBy blurring the lines between several different genres\, and allowing collaborators to float in and out of the band as desired\, Slow Mass has built a body of work that feels distinctly its own. With multiple new releases prepped for 2025 and beyond\, Slow Mass is ready to continue pushing the boundaries of what it means to be an indie rock band. \nTHE CASKET LOTTERY\nWith Feel The Teeth\, The Casket Lottery crafts an album that balances moments of triumphant energy with haunting\, atmospheric tension creating a sound that both uplifts and unsettles. The music feels like a journey through an emotionally complex landscape—at times\, bold and anthemic\, at others\, quiet and eerie—capturing the push and pull of struggle and revelation. \nLyrically\, Feel The Teeth explores the weight of a world that has shifted unexpectedly—personally\, politically\, and socially. It’s an album soaked in existential fatigue\, grappling with trauma and the search for meaning in a world that often feels beyond our control. \nThe interplay between the music’s triumphant highs and haunting lows mirrors this internal conflict\, creating a powerful tension between hope and disillusionment. \nTeeth\, both as a symbol and a motif\, represent pain\, survival\, and the scars we carry—whether they’re buried or exposed. Feel The Teeth is a raw\, defiant exploration of internal conflict and transformation\, challenging listeners to confront what’s lurking beneath the surface while still holding onto something real in the midst of uncertainty. \nMOONLIGHTING\nOttumwa\, IA alt-rockers Moonlighting will open the show! \nTICKETING NOTES: All sales are final | A 3% processing fee is applied to online purchases | All tickets are subject to a non-refundable $2 MidwesTIX service fee | Ticket prices increase $2 day-of-show | Each and every ISU student ticket will require a valid\, unique ISU student ID at the door to avoid an upcharge to the public price. \n— Proof of age required for alcohol purchases —\n    (selection of beer/wine/hard-seltzers available)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/slow-mass-the-casket-lottery-w-moonlighting-isu-student-union-board-m-shop/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T123653
CREATED:20250920T213529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T213529Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago the Band - Stephens Auditorium
DESCRIPTION:Chicago the Band – Sat.\, Nov. 15 at 7 30 p.m. Tickets start at $85. \nHailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era\,” the legendary rock and roll band with horns\, Chicago\, came in as the highest charting American band in Billboard Magazine’s Top 125 Artists Of All Time. Chicago is the first American rock band to chart Top 40 albums in six consecutive decades. \nIn 2024 Chicago released CHICAGO AT THE JOHN F. KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS\, WASHINGTON\, D.C. (9/16/1971)\, a 26-track live collection recorded at the historic venue. The show covers all three studio albums from their 1969 debut to 1971 and more than two hours of live music by Robert Lamm (keyboard\, vocals)\, Terry Kath (guitar\, vocals)\, Peter Cetera (vocals\, bass)\, Danny Seraphine (drums)\, Lee Loughnane (trumpet\, vocals)\, James Pankow (trombone)\, and Walt Parazaider (woodwinds\, vocals). \nChicago released CHICAGO GREATEST CHRISTMAS HITS\, a new collection combining songs from all three of its beloved Christmas albums\, in 2023 via Warner Music Group/Rhino. \nChicago released their 38th studio album\, BORN FOR THIS MOMENT in 2022\, which included the hit single “If This is Goodbye.” \nFeaturing the signature sounds Chicago fans have come to love\, BORN FOR THIS MOMENT\, captures the true heart of this legendary band. Over the entire course of 14 vibrant new songs\, BORN FOR THIS MOMENT encapsulates the unique blend of award-winning and personal songwriting\, multilayered harmonic vocalizations\, and world-class arrangements that have been electrifying audiences across the globe for decades. \nIn fall of 2022\, Gravitas Ventures released Chicago’s documentary “The Last Band on Stage” directed by Peter Curtis Pardini and narrated by the band’s longtime friend and actor Joe Mantegna. On March 14\, 2020\, Chicago is the last band playing in the U.S. as COVID lockdowns begin and “The Last Band on Stage” tells the incredible story of how the 57-year-old band survived a pandemic that stopped the world in its tracks. \n“Chicago has faced many obstacles in lasting 57 years\, but the pandemic was possibly their greatest challenge. I’m excited for people to see the story of how they got back to the stage to continue performing\,” said director Peter Curtis Pardini. “We’re excited to be bringing The Last Band on Stage to audiences worldwide. This funny and informative documentary offers an inside look at how the legendary band Chicago were able to produce content even during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic\,” said Gravitas Ventures’ Acquisition Coordinator\, Mackenzie Maguire. \nChicago received The Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award from the GRAMMYS. The Lifetime Achievement Award celebrates performers who have made outstanding contributions of artistic significance to the field of recording. A special award ceremony and tribute concert celebrating the honorees was held in 2020. \nChicago was inducted into the 2016 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This was their first nomination. They’ve been eligible since 1994. A long time coming! \nChicago’s first album\, Chicago Transit Authority\, was inducted into the GRAMMY Hall Of Fame in 2014. Chicago managed to fuse pop\, rock and jazz together perfectly in this double album. \nRobert Lamm and James Pankow have become inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. These legendary songwriters wrote mega-hits such as\, “25 or 6 to 4\,” “Saturday In The Park\,” “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day\,” “Make Me Smile\,” and many others. \nThe International Trombone Association presented its 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award to James Pankow. The Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes people who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to the trombone profession over a long career. \nChicago’s lifetime achievements include two GRAMMY Awards\, two American Music Awards\, Founding Artists of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts\, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame\, a Chicago street dedicated in their honor\, and keys to and proclamations from an impressive list of U.S. cities. Record sales top the 100\,000\,000 mark\, and include 21 Top 10 singles\, 5 consecutive Number One albums\, 11 Number One singles and 5 Gold singles. An incredible 25 of their 38 albums have been certified platinum\, and the band has a total of 48 gold and platinum awards. \nChicago have toured every year since the beginning – they’ve never missed a year. The original three band members are Robert Lamm on keyboards and vocals\, Lee Loughnane on trumpet and vocals and James Pankow on trombone. The band line-up also includes Wally Reyes\, Jr. on drums\, Tony Obrohta on guitar\, Loren Gold on keyboards and vocals\, Ray Herrmann on sax and flute\, Neil Donell on vocals\, Eric Baines on bass and Ramon “Ray” Yslas on percussion. \nFrom the signature sound of the Chicago horns\, their iconic Vocalists\, and a few dozen of ever-Classic Songs\, this band’s concerts are celebrations. 2025 marks the band’s 58th consecutive year of touring! \nChicago continue to be true ambassadors for their beloved hometown\, carrying the city’s name with pride and dignity around the world. \nwww.chicagotheband.com \nFacebook: @Chicago.Official \nTwitter: @chicagotheband \nInstagram: @chicagotheband
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/chicago-the-band-stephens-auditorium/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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