University Museums presents "Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection," an intimate exhibition in the Christian Petersen Art Museum showcasing the innovative technology and conservation science used to preserve Danish-American artist Christian Petersen's iconic terra cotta sculptures across Iowa State University's campus.
Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation.
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.
America 250: Prairie, Plows, and the People’s College will honor the key people, moments and experiences that have been centered within the Farm House Museum, campus’ first building. This exhibition will explore America’s 250th through 250 primary source objects from honoring the land of the original Indigenous people to the plowing of the prairie, campus development and the fostering of generations of democratic and innovative citizens.
Paint a small houseplant (bring your own or choose from those available in class)as you dive into mixing and understanding the most complex of colors: green. All materials are provided.
Find your wiggle in this fun class introducing movements from Middle Eastern fusion belly dance for ages 8-14. Learn bouncy hip movements, snaky arms, balance, and more, through short dance games and combinations set to a variety of music. Wear comfortable clothing.
Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in German. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.
Check out this book group for fresh insights and lively discussion about topics relating to society, identity, and culture. Book selections include fiction and non-fiction from a wide variety of perspectives and marginalized identities.
This mixed-level adult class is designed for anyone interested in exploring the graceful and expressive art of belly dance with Melinda, of Mirage Middle Eastern Dance Troupe.
Join the library for a clear, straightforward overview of menopause and perimenopause. We’ll discuss typical symptoms, myths and misconceptions, and modern approaches to care.
Whether you’re just starting to notice changes or are well past your last period, this session offers practical guidance and answers to common questions in an approachable, judgment-free setting.
Speaker Rachel Frederick is a Physician Assistant, practicing in primary care since 2012, and a graduate of Des Moines University. She is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner with specialized training in menopause care and a focus on patient education and empowerment.