Cyclone Voice Prelims – Student Union Board

ISU Memorial Union - Great Hall 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA, United States

Calling all Cyclone student singers! Sign-up to sing at the Cyclone Voice Prelim competition on Tuesday, April 21 in the M-Shop for your chance to become the next CYCLONE VOICE at the main event, hosted by acclaimed indie pop band SAINT MOTEL, on Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. in the Memorial Union Great Hall.

Portrait Painting Ages, 18+ – Octagon Center for the Arts

Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States

Students will explore the art of painting portraits.  Students have the choice to paint from a photo, or paint a self-portrait by using a mirror. Students will learn to explore color, likeness, and the many ways of depicting a person on canvas.
Oil paint focused, but other media are also welcome. All skill levels are welcome!

$85

Creative Explorations April, Ages 3 – 5 – Octagon Center for the Arts

Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA, United States

Enjoy creative learning through the art making process using a variety of sensory materials, traditional and nontraditional supplies. New skills will be practiced, while the “process of making” will be the fundamental goal for the child. Materials like paint, charcoal, fabric, plastic, sculpture media, glue, cardboard, paper, etc. will be used. The use of scissors and proper handling of materials and color mixing will also be explored. Guardians are encouraged to participate in class activities.

$65

Terra Cotta Conservation in the Art on Campus Collection

Christian Peterson Art Museum 1017 Morrill Hall, 603 Morrill Rd, Ames, IA, United States

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.

FREE
Baby Time – Ames Public Library

Baby Time – Ames Public Library

Ames Public Library 515 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA, United States

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.