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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/2025-12-02/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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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/2025-12-03/
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:Community & Family Resources at Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Staff from Community and Family Resources will be available in the Library to provide information about addiction\, substance abuse treatment\, problem gambling treatment\, and mental health therapy. \nThey can also provide assistance in getting started in any of these services including filling out some of the pre-appointment forms. \n\nFirst Wednesday of Each Month\, 10am-12pm on the second floor\nThird Wednesday of Each Month\, 4-6pm on the second floor
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/community-family-resources-at-ames-public-library/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
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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/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T113000
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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!
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/baby-time-ames-public-library-2/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T180425Z
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SUMMARY:Art Mart Holiday Sale - The Workspace\, MU Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:ART MART HOLIDAY SALE – Tues. – Fri.\, Dec. 2 – 5 \nThe annual holiday art sale at the Memorial Union will be held Tues. Dec. 2 through Fri.\, Dec. 5 in the MU Art Gallery located on the 1st floor. Hours are Tues.\, 4 – 7 p.m.\, Wed.\, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, Thurs.\, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.\, and Fri.\, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. (remaining open during WinterFest). \nFeaturing artists\, makers\, and crafters\, our winter sale has something for everyone on your list! From budding creatives on campus to professional artists\, you will find pottery\, blown glass\, jewelry\, decor\, accessories\, and prints. Sales support individual artists\, The Workspace\, and the Gaffer’s Guild. This year’s artists will include: \n\nMaureen Burke is an encaustic artist\, creates ethereal works by applying melted colored wax to canvas\, incorporating layered images and ephemera. She also makes beeswax food wraps\, offering an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics.\nJohn Burright is a woodturner who uses natively sourced lumber to make small decorative trees\, snowmen\, and animals. To truly appreciate the wood grain patterns\, take a look at his handsome lidded boxes.\nSophie Chitty designs fun and vibrant stationery\, including a variety of greeting cards\, floral bookmarks\, and eclectic stickers.\nJillian Dunlap’s earrings feature delicate dried florals\, bright colors\, funky beads\, and an occasional sparkle.\nBreanna Engelhardt’s functional pottery is accentuated by her use of various processes\, including image transfers\, painted underglaze\, and high-fire glazes.\nJudy Lemish uses retro-patterned fabrics in her tote bags\, cozy felted wool in her pins\, and fun bead parings in her earrings.\nHannah Lynch collected and upcycled crayons into bright\, new\, colors in fun shapes.\nTruc Nguyen makes adorable animals\, including stitched kawaii bunnies and frogs\, and tiny clay cats to add a dash of cute to your planters.\nKat Schmidt is a painter and printmaker who uses vibrant inks\, paints\, and her self-described “delightfully off-kilter imagination.”\nRhonda Scott loves color\, craft\, and fun! Find glass and gemstone jewelry\, marbled paper cards\, handbound blank books\, and upcycled journals. New ventures include marbled coasters and ornaments.\nAnka Snider makes colorful\, unique\, beaded jewelry and crocheted hats focusing on quality in  items for everyday wear. Add a pop of art to your outfit!\nAudrey Stirling is a metalsmith inspired by organic forms in nature. Her intricate wire wrapping  techniques incorporate gemstones\, shells\, and other found materials into her jewelry.\nHannah Tan crochets adorable roses that she makes into two useful little items – magnets and hair pins.\nKaren Van Wert captures scenes of the Midwest available in mini prints and desk calendars. She is also talented maker of Kumihimo jewelry – a traditional Japanese braiding technique.\nHope Waggoner is a designer with a 3D-printed collection of articulated sea creatures\, including axolotls and stingrays\, sold as keychains or standalone fidgets.\nCaroline Warren’s art is connected through her love of animals and nature. Her folk-style paintings are used to decorate hand-thrown pottery and printed on greeting cards\, stickers\, coloring books\, and pillows.\nValerie Williams makes functional pottery under the moniker “Daily Dish”. Her pieces are the perfect size for morning coffee and cereal\, enjoying a light lunch\, or serving an evening dinner.\nGaffer’s Guild members are skilled in the art and science of glassblowing\, producing a stunning array of vibrant pieces with everything from vases and beverage ware to ornaments\, paperweights\, and sculptures.\nThe Workspace has a mixed bag of fun additions to the event\, including pottery from beginner students\, buttons\, and the ever-popular mystery boxes.\n\nThe Memorial Union is located at 2229 Lincoln Way on the Iowa State campus\, and hourly parking is available in the ramp on the east side of the building.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/art-mart-holiday-sale-isu-memorial-union-workspace/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:MU Art Gallery\, 2229 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:20251203T120000
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SUMMARY:Mystery Lovers Book Group - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Mystery readers\, come talk about books by a selected author or on a theme: \n2025 \n\nSeptember: Isabella Maldonado\nOctober: Page to Screen\nNovember: Marcie Rendon\nDecember: Mary Higgins Clark\n\nRotary Room \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/mystery-lovers-book-group-ames-public-library/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
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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/2025-12-03/
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:20251203T151000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
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SUMMARY:Art Walk: Biorenewables Complex - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through Iowa State’s Agriculture and Biosystems Engineering Department and discover public art that tells the story of Iowa’s rich agricultural history and innovation. \nMeet at Biorenewables Complex (617 Bissell Road)\, Main Lobby
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/art-walk-biorenewables-complex-university-museums/
LOCATION:Biorenewables Complex\, 617 Bissell Road\, 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:20251203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
CREATED:20251108T013505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T152056Z
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SUMMARY:Maker Nights - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends and get creative with Maker Nights at Reiman Gardens!\nVarious Wednesday evenings\, 6 – 8 p.m. \nAll projects are inspired by nature and are simple but elegant. Select from topics typically offered on first Wednesdays in the spring and fall: \n\n2025 Workshops\nDecember 3: Air Plant Globes \n\nSelect from various materials such as sand\, perlite\, soil\, pebbles\, and other decorative objects to form a base for an air plant that will sit within an open glass globe. Globes can then be suspended from the ceiling or other plant hangers in your home. Each participant will make 2 globes.\n\n\n2026 Workshops\n\nJanuary 7: Seed Art\nFebruary 4: Botanical Doodling\nSPECIAL: February 12: PALentine’s Day Maker Night: Fired Ink Wall Art\nMarch 4: Pulp Painting\nApril 1: Pressed Flower Birds\nJuly 1: MINI Maker Night: Canvas Paintings\nJuly 8: MINI Maker Night: Micro Collages\nSeptember 2: Spore Printing\nOctober 7: Pressed Flower Landscapes\nNovember 4: Tiny Terrariums\nDecember 2: Mini Macrame Wall Hanging\n\n\n\nPrices\n\n\n$30\nGeneral Public \n\n\n$18\nMembers Must Present Membership Card at Check-In\n\n\n$15\nISU Students Valid with Student ID\n\n\n\nVisit https://reimangardens.com/events to find out more and to register.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/maker-nights-reiman-gardens/2025-12-03/
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:20251203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T220000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
CREATED:20251021T053539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T053539Z
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SUMMARY:Grandma Mojo's Improv Comedy - Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss Grandma Mojo’s – Iowa State’s premier improv comedy troupe – every other Wednesday at the M-Shop for a night filled with hijinks and hilarity\, all for only $1 at the door! \n \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/grandma-mojos-improv-comedy-student-union-board/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
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/2025-12-04/
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:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
CREATED:20251103T014031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T014031Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Book Club - Ames Public Libary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a monthly book discussion just for families that are homeschooling! This year we have selected a wide variety of books that mirror our world. Families are invited to read the book of the month (together or independently)\, then come to the Library for a discussion and related activities. This event and books are geared for school-age kids or middle-grade reading level\, but all ages are welcome to attend. Teen Space \n2025 \n\nSeptember – Get started with fun activities and pick up the book for next month!\nOctober – The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson\nNovember – The Secret Letters by Margaret Peterson Haddix\nDecember (Nonfiction) – History Smashers: The Titanic by Kate Messner\n\n2026 \n\nJanuary (Graphic Novel) – Mexikid by Pedro Martín\nFebruary  – Just Gus by McCall Hoyle\nMarch – Maizy Chen’s Last Chance by Lisa Yee\nApril – Lion of the Sky by Ritu Hemnani\nMay – The Last Mapmaker by Christina Soontornvat
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/homeschool-book-club-ames-public-libary/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023347
CREATED:20251103T002649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T002649Z
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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/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251129T175847Z
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SUMMARY:Art Mart Holiday Sale - The Workspace\, MU Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:ART MART HOLIDAY SALE – Tues. – Fri.\, Dec. 2 – 5 \nThe annual holiday art sale at the Memorial Union will be held Tues. Dec. 2 through Fri.\, Dec. 5 in the MU Art Gallery located on the 1st floor. Hours are Tues.\, 4 – 7 p.m.\, Wed.\, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, Thurs.\, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.\, and Fri.\, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. (remaining open during WinterFest). \nFeaturing artists\, makers\, and crafters\, our winter sale has something for everyone on your list! From budding creatives on campus to professional artists\, you will find pottery\, blown glass\, jewelry\, decor\, accessories\, and prints. Sales support individual artists\, The Workspace\, and the Gaffer’s Guild. This year’s artists will include: \n\nMaureen Burke is an encaustic artist\, creates ethereal works by applying melted colored wax to canvas\, incorporating layered images and ephemera. She also makes beeswax food wraps\, offering an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics.\nJohn Burright is a woodturner who uses natively sourced lumber to make small decorative trees\, snowmen\, and animals. To truly appreciate the wood grain patterns\, take a look at his handsome lidded boxes.\nSophie Chitty designs fun and vibrant stationery\, including a variety of greeting cards\, floral bookmarks\, and eclectic stickers.\nJillian Dunlap’s earrings feature delicate dried florals\, bright colors\, funky beads\, and an occasional sparkle.\nBreanna Engelhardt’s functional pottery is accentuated by her use of various processes\, including image transfers\, painted underglaze\, and high-fire glazes.\nJudy Lemish uses retro-patterned fabrics in her tote bags\, cozy felted wool in her pins\, and fun bead parings in her earrings.\nHannah Lynch collected and upcycled crayons into bright\, new\, colors in fun shapes.\nTruc Nguyen makes adorable animals\, including stitched kawaii bunnies and frogs\, and tiny clay cats to add a dash of cute to your planters.\nKat Schmidt is a painter and printmaker who uses vibrant inks\, paints\, and her self-described “delightfully off-kilter imagination.”\nRhonda Scott loves color\, craft\, and fun! Find glass and gemstone jewelry\, marbled paper cards\, handbound blank books\, and upcycled journals. New ventures include marbled coasters and ornaments.\nAnka Snider makes colorful\, unique\, beaded jewelry and crocheted hats focusing on quality in  items for everyday wear. Add a pop of art to your outfit!\nAudrey Stirling is a metalsmith inspired by organic forms in nature. Her intricate wire wrapping  techniques incorporate gemstones\, shells\, and other found materials into her jewelry.\nHannah Tan crochets adorable roses that she makes into two useful little items – magnets and hair pins.\nKaren Van Wert captures scenes of the Midwest available in mini prints and desk calendars. She is also talented maker of Kumihimo jewelry – a traditional Japanese braiding technique.\nHope Waggoner is a designer with a 3D-printed collection of articulated sea creatures\, including axolotls and stingrays\, sold as keychains or standalone fidgets.\nCaroline Warren’s art is connected through her love of animals and nature. Her folk-style paintings are used to decorate hand-thrown pottery and printed on greeting cards\, stickers\, coloring books\, and pillows.\nValerie Williams makes functional pottery under the moniker “Daily Dish”. Her pieces are the perfect size for morning coffee and cereal\, enjoying a light lunch\, or serving an evening dinner.\nGaffer’s Guild members are skilled in the art and science of glassblowing\, producing a stunning array of vibrant pieces with everything from vases and beverage ware to ornaments\, paperweights\, and sculptures.\nThe Workspace has a mixed bag of fun additions to the event\, including pottery from beginner students\, buttons\, and the ever-popular mystery boxes.\n\nThe Memorial Union is located at 2229 Lincoln Way on the Iowa State campus\, and hourly parking is available in the ramp on the east side of the building.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/art-mart-holiday-sale-isu-memorial-union-workspace/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:MU Art Gallery\, 2229 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:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T160000
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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/2025-12-04/
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:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20260120T033548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T033548Z
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SUMMARY:Unitypoint Health - Eyerly Ball at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Staff from UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball will be available in the Library to connect you with mental health services. \n\nThursdays\, 2 – 3 p.m. on the second floor\, Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room\n\nUnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball offers a full continuum of mental health services and treatment to meet the needs of our community\, from family and individual counseling to outpatient care for all ages. Eyerly Ball’s core focus is on outpatient\, residential\, community outreach\, care coordination and crisis services.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/unitypoint-health-eyerly-ball-at-the-library/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251103T014750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T014750Z
UID:10001207-1764864000-1764871200@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Teen Video Games - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Need a brain break? Teens are invited to hang out and play videogames in the Teen Space! \nWe have a variety of games on Switch\, Switch 2\, and VR.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/teen-video-games-ames-public-library/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251129T195449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T195449Z
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SUMMARY:Mary Peterson: A Life Remembered Through Art - ISU University Museums (virtual event)
DESCRIPTION:Join University Museums for a virtual program exploring the life of Mary C. Petersen (1936–2024) and her lasting connection to Iowa State’s artistic legacy. Learn how her contributions and generous gift have helped preserve the work of her father\, sculptor Christian Petersen\, and shaped ongoing efforts to document his impact on campus and beyond. \nVirtual on ZOOM\, please register for the Zoom link information \nhttps://www.museums.iastate.edu/calendar/mary-petersen-a-life-remembered-through-art/register
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/mary-peterson-a-life-remembered-through-art-isu-university-museums-virtual-event/
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251129T160845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T160845Z
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SUMMARY:Snow Magic Kickoff - Downtown Ames
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Ames is always festive during the holidays! Join us for a night of fun holiday themed activities that are great for the whole family. \nAmes History Museum will be open! Stop by for hot chocolate\, take-home holiday crafts\, and free admission during the event. 15% off in the Museum Store. Downtown carriage rides will loop between the museum and the depot\, 6 – 8 p.m. \nOctagon Center for the Arts | 427 Douglas Ave. | 10% all fiber items\, including hats\, mittens\, scarves and bags. Also enjoy hot chocolate and holiday snacks! \n  \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/snow-magic-kickoff-downtown-ames/
LOCATION:Downtown Ames\, 304 Main Street\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Ames":MAILTO:travis@amesalliance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251129T203754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T203754Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wonderscape - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Reiman Gardens’ enchanting holiday light show! \nWinter Wonderscape at Reiman Gardens! \nEvent Dates & Duration Winter Wonderscape tickets are available for each Thurs.\, Fri.\, and Sat. evening in December\, as well as Sun.\, Dec.21 -Tues.\, Dec. 23. \nTimed ticketing is required – you will select a specific 30-minute entry window from 5  – 7:30 p.m. to reduce crowding. Visitors spend approx. 1-1.5 hours at this event. You are welcome to stay until close at 9 p.m. but last entry is from 7:30p-8p! \nSpecial Nights \nThurs.\, Dec. 4: Iowa Youth Ballet\, from Stephens Auditorium’s Production of The Nutcracker Ballet will perform 15-20 minute dance numbers every half hour in the Garden Room (at the end of the Winter Wonderscape Route). \nSat.\, Dec. 6: Toy Drive at Winter Wonderscape. Bring joy this season–and a new\, unwrapped toy–to help families in need. All donations go to the Boys and Girls Club of Central Iowa–with special guests from the Iowa State Cyclones Women’s Basketball Team. More details available here. \nAbout \nWinter Wonderscape Holiday Light Show is back for its fifth year and better than ever with our outdoor walk-through holiday light show featuring a variety of immersive light displays throughout the entire 17-acre site. Don’t miss our new and improved features and elements including motion and music. \nWalk through brightly lit tunnels and meander beneath fantasy lights that fall like stars. Wander among giant glowing flowers\, a massive disco ball twirling to music\, and a twenty-foot-wide fountain of lights that dances in color. Step into a whimsical Candy Land–inspired pathway\, filled with sweet surprises and vibrant hues\, then drift toward the firefly lights that flicker and shimmer like magic in the night. Don’t miss the breathtaking giant illuminated snowflake and the wide array of other sparkling wonders that make this light show a feast for the senses. \nReturning from last Year: Roast your own smores! This will be available every evening (weather permitting) near our Hunziker House. \nPlease note: the RG Express Holiday Train Display is not open during Winter Wonderscape due to capacity limitations. \nHow Timed Tickets Work: The above time and date specified is your entry time to Winter Wonderscape. You may show up anytime during this window of time. It is not the amount of time you are on site\, only the time you can enter the event. QR codes are required for check in. Please select the “Go to your tickets” link on this email to view your tickets. You may print them or have them available on your phone. \nStarting Point: Entrance to Winter Wonderscape is at our East Entrance and not our main entrance. This will be marked by signage. Also see map below. \nWhat to bring/What not to bring: Be sure to dress for the weather – it may be cold\, rainy\, snowy/icy\, and/or windy. Strollers\, wheelchairs\, and motorized mobility scooters are welcome. No bicycles\, skateboards or other vehicles are allowed. We apologize but we are not able to check out our wheelchairs or mobility scooters during this event. Do not bring pets\, companion animals\, or emotional support animals. Service animals are allowed. \nBathrooms: Bathrooms are located in our main building\, Hunziker House and at Sycamore Falls. These are included on the map below. Please note that our paths are ONE WAY\, so if you would like to use the restroom before you start\, we ask you return to the start of the path\, which is also marked. See map below. \nPath Length: The path is approximately ¾ of a mile and is under 5% slope and takes 40-80 minutes to walk in entirety. Visitors are welcome to walk the loop more than once. See map below. \nAccessibility: The entire path is ADA accessible. 90% of the path is paved. We apologize that we are not able to allow use of our wheelchairs or motorized mobility scooters on the nights of this event due to liability issues. You are welcome to bring your own motorized mobility scooters or wheelchairs. If you need special accommodations\, please contact the Director of Guest Services at 515-294-8994 or rrule@iastate.edu. \nView 2025 Route Map \nEntrance\, Exit and Parking Map: Parking is free. Preferred Parking Lot is S2\, with S1\, S3\, S5 and S6 as additional parking. The Beach Avenue gate will also be open.\nView map for parking \nDirections to Reiman Gardens: Some smart phones and GPS list Reiman Gardens and our mailing address in the wrong location. Instead of entering Reiman Gardens or our address\, enter into the map’s search field “intersection of University Blvd and South 16th Street. Find the map below with directions to our entrance from the intersection of University Blvd and S. 16th St.\nView Directions Map to Reiman Gardens\nShare this event: http://bit.ly/3J2C3YE \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/winter-wonderscape-reiman-gardens/2025-12-04/
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:20251204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251103T022920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T022920Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: Chinese - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Chinese. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. PEO Room \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1 \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/conversation-circles-chinese-ames-public-library/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251103T051332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T051332Z
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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. Babies and caregivers are welcome to stay and play after the event! \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/baby-time-ames-public-library-3/2025-12-04/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251024T033129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T033129Z
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SUMMARY:Cyclone Cinema: The Fantastic Four: First Steps - ISU Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:Forced to balance their roles as heroes with the strength of their family bond\, the Fantastic Four must defend Earth from a ravenous space god called Galactus and his enigmatic Herald\, Silver Surfer. \n2025 | PG-13 | 1hr 54min \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-fantastic-four-first-steps-isu-student-union-board/
LOCATION:Carver Hall\, Room 0101\, 411 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA 50011\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
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/2025-12-05/
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:20251205T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251103T023531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T023531Z
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SUMMARY:Storybook S.T.E.M. - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to enjoy a short storytime and get hands-on with a fun related STEM activity for all ages! Farwell T. Brown Auditorium \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/storybook-s-t-e-m-ames-public-library/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T023348
CREATED:20251129T175847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T180425Z
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SUMMARY:Art Mart Holiday Sale - The Workspace\, MU Art Gallery
DESCRIPTION:ART MART HOLIDAY SALE – Tues. – Fri.\, Dec. 2 – 5 \nThe annual holiday art sale at the Memorial Union will be held Tues. Dec. 2 through Fri.\, Dec. 5 in the MU Art Gallery located on the 1st floor. Hours are Tues.\, 4 – 7 p.m.\, Wed.\, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, Thurs.\, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.\, and Fri.\, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. (remaining open during WinterFest). \nFeaturing artists\, makers\, and crafters\, our winter sale has something for everyone on your list! From budding creatives on campus to professional artists\, you will find pottery\, blown glass\, jewelry\, decor\, accessories\, and prints. Sales support individual artists\, The Workspace\, and the Gaffer’s Guild. This year’s artists will include: \n\nMaureen Burke is an encaustic artist\, creates ethereal works by applying melted colored wax to canvas\, incorporating layered images and ephemera. She also makes beeswax food wraps\, offering an eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics.\nJohn Burright is a woodturner who uses natively sourced lumber to make small decorative trees\, snowmen\, and animals. To truly appreciate the wood grain patterns\, take a look at his handsome lidded boxes.\nSophie Chitty designs fun and vibrant stationery\, including a variety of greeting cards\, floral bookmarks\, and eclectic stickers.\nJillian Dunlap’s earrings feature delicate dried florals\, bright colors\, funky beads\, and an occasional sparkle.\nBreanna Engelhardt’s functional pottery is accentuated by her use of various processes\, including image transfers\, painted underglaze\, and high-fire glazes.\nJudy Lemish uses retro-patterned fabrics in her tote bags\, cozy felted wool in her pins\, and fun bead parings in her earrings.\nHannah Lynch collected and upcycled crayons into bright\, new\, colors in fun shapes.\nTruc Nguyen makes adorable animals\, including stitched kawaii bunnies and frogs\, and tiny clay cats to add a dash of cute to your planters.\nKat Schmidt is a painter and printmaker who uses vibrant inks\, paints\, and her self-described “delightfully off-kilter imagination.”\nRhonda Scott loves color\, craft\, and fun! Find glass and gemstone jewelry\, marbled paper cards\, handbound blank books\, and upcycled journals. New ventures include marbled coasters and ornaments.\nAnka Snider makes colorful\, unique\, beaded jewelry and crocheted hats focusing on quality in  items for everyday wear. Add a pop of art to your outfit!\nAudrey Stirling is a metalsmith inspired by organic forms in nature. Her intricate wire wrapping  techniques incorporate gemstones\, shells\, and other found materials into her jewelry.\nHannah Tan crochets adorable roses that she makes into two useful little items – magnets and hair pins.\nKaren Van Wert captures scenes of the Midwest available in mini prints and desk calendars. She is also talented maker of Kumihimo jewelry – a traditional Japanese braiding technique.\nHope Waggoner is a designer with a 3D-printed collection of articulated sea creatures\, including axolotls and stingrays\, sold as keychains or standalone fidgets.\nCaroline Warren’s art is connected through her love of animals and nature. Her folk-style paintings are used to decorate hand-thrown pottery and printed on greeting cards\, stickers\, coloring books\, and pillows.\nValerie Williams makes functional pottery under the moniker “Daily Dish”. Her pieces are the perfect size for morning coffee and cereal\, enjoying a light lunch\, or serving an evening dinner.\nGaffer’s Guild members are skilled in the art and science of glassblowing\, producing a stunning array of vibrant pieces with everything from vases and beverage ware to ornaments\, paperweights\, and sculptures.\nThe Workspace has a mixed bag of fun additions to the event\, including pottery from beginner students\, buttons\, and the ever-popular mystery boxes.\n\nThe Memorial Union is located at 2229 Lincoln Way on the Iowa State campus\, and hourly parking is available in the ramp on the east side of the building.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/art-mart-holiday-sale-isu-memorial-union-workspace/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:MU Art Gallery\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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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/2025-12-05/
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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SUMMARY:Optimae Life Services at APL - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Staff from Optimae Life Services will be available in the Library to connect visitors with resources for mental health\, home health\, and community integration services. Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room – 2nd floor \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/optimae-life-services-at-apl-ames-public-library/2025-12-05/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T190000
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SUMMARY:Yuletide 2025: WinterFest Open House - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:Special Holiday Events – Iowa State University Museums \nYuletide 2025: WinterFest Open House Fri.\, Dec. 5\, 5 – 7 p.m. \nHosted by University Museums’ interns and staff in conjunction with ISU WinterFest\, this festive evening celebrates the holiday season at the Farm House Museum. Visitors can take part in free Victorian yuletide themed activities and crafts while enjoying holiday treats. \nYuletide Open House with Santa Sat.\, Dec. 6\, noon – 3 p.m. \nEnjoy festive family fun at the Farm House Museum in partnership with the Ames History Museum. Victorian yuletide themed crafts and holiday treats will be provided. Tours of the historic home in full period decoration will be offered throughout the afternoon\, along with the chance to meet and take pictures with Santa. It’s the perfect start to the holiday season for families and friends. Event hosted by University Museums and the Ames History Museum. Sponsorship provided by Carol Pletcher. \nThe Farm House Museum\, the oldest building on the campus of Iowa State University\, is now decked for the holidays with the opening of its latest exhibition\, Yuletide: Glad Tidings. The exhibition will continue through December 18\, 2025. \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/yuletide-2025-winterfest-open-house-university-museums/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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