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SUMMARY:Summer Carillon Series - Jesse Ratcliffe
DESCRIPTION:2025 Summer Carillon Concert Series: Tues\, Aug 26\, 5:30 p.m. at the Campanile on ISU’s central campus. The Guest Carillonneur is Jesse Ratcliffe from Frederick\, Maryland. \nFull program is available at http://chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://carillon.music.iastate.edu/files/inline-fileriles/JesseRatcliffe_2.pdf.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/summer-carillon-series-jesse-ratcliffe/
LOCATION:ISU Central Campus\, 2427 Union Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Rehearsal - Ames Choral Society
DESCRIPTION:The Ames Choral Society is celebrating its 61st season in 2025-2026\, and they welcome new singers to join us!  ACS is a community group from all walks of life and all ages who enjoy making amazing music.  The first rehearsal is Mon.\, Aug. 25\,  7:15 p.m.\, at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church\, 209 Colorado Avenue.  For more information\, see the website at ameschoral.org/sing-with-us.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/first-rehearsal-ames-choral-society/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church\, 209 Colorado Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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SUMMARY:“Just Duet” - Group Art Exhibition Alex and Jeremy Ackerman - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Just Duet\nGroup Exhibition by Alex Ackerman and Jeremy Ackerman \nExhibition Dates:\nAugust 18th\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nSeptember 6th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtists’ Statements:\n\nAlex Ackerman:\nFor as long as I can remember I have found comfort and joy in making things with my hands. Art has helped me process and respond to the beauty and complexity of the world through every phase of life. Now\, as an adult\, I can see that all my work is in honor of childhood and in dedication to my childhood self\, the girl who found pure freedom in creating her own worlds. My paintings are “internal landscapes”\, unique environments that reflect a deep love of color\, pattern\, nature\, and play. My visual language draws from my years of experience farming and gardening across the country. I have found infinite pleasure in the simple act of watching plants grow; my hands in the soil\, bearing witness to the life cycle from seed to fruit\, contemplating the mysteries of clouds\, bugs\, and steaming piles of compost. The transformative experience of pregnancy and motherhood have also shaped me as an artist\, giving new meaning to the concept of “creation”.\nFor the past twenty years I have constantly sought to balance my roles of mother and artist\, finding joy and tears in the process. During the pandemic I shifted my focus from watercolor to acrylic and mixed media. I began gluing fabric scraps onto wood panels\, and painting around and over them. Cutting and gluing was grounding and healing in a time of extreme uncertainty. My current work – a series of acrylic and fabric paintings on wood – explores a combination of contrasting themes: wild vs. cultivated landscape\, domestic vs. natural environment\, order vs. chaos. Each painting seeks harmony and balance in color and composition\, texture and pattern. I am especially inspired by folk art\, botanical art\, aboriginal art\, and patchwork quilts. I hope my paintings will stimulate curiosity and encourage the viewer to look at the world with fresh eyes. \nJeremy Ackerman:\nThe irreverent artist Ray Johnson produced a series of seemingly improvised performances during his career that he referred to as “Throw Away Gestures.” Usually consisting of a few unremarkable objects\, Johnson would break down social norms by interacting with these objects in playful yet unsettling ways. These performances were not slick but rather a series of untethered gestures that were meant to surprise those\nbearing witness. Simple\, uncomplicated\, yet full of possibilities. In my most recent series of mixed media cut paper collages\, I’ve adapted Johnson’s concept of the “Throw Away Gesture” for two dimensional work. Scribbles became loose forms that were drawn up very quickly; sometimes without even looking at the paper. As the number of my throw away gestures accumulated I would look for interesting relationships between them. The drawn gestures then went through a comically tedious process of being cut out with an x-acto blade. Ultimately\, I was left with a collection of forms that were chopped up\, reduced\, expanded\, connected\, colored\, layered and sometimes actually thrown away.\nMy lifelong fascination with music played a major role in the aesthetic of these works. Rhythm and color push against each other as the cut out gestures dive\, slam\, twerk\, bounce and pogo; avatars for all the things floating around in my head. In these artworks the viewer might see glimmers of my lived experience of punk rock\, doo-wop\, death obsession\, new age philosophy\, hamburgers\, boom boxes\, spirits in the material world\, guilt\, divine comedies\, garbage collection\, aboriginal dreamtime conduits\, cosmic jazz and other such additions to a life time laundry list. In the end\, these sets of throw away gestures and random rules ushered in a new era of psychedelic storytelling that was in hot pursuit of self actualization. \n  \nArtists’ Biographies:\n \nAlex Ackerman:\nAlex Ackerman is a mixed media artist who uses color\, pattern\, and form (both organic and geometric) to create playful and dynamic abstract landscapes. Her artwork has been influenced by her years of experience working on farms and in gardens across the U.S. She is also inspired by folk art\, patchwork quilts\, abstract expressionism\, and the Midwest landscape. Originally from Ann Arbor\, Michigan\, Ackerman grew up a keen observer of the natural world\, knowing from a young age that she would be an artist. She earned her BFA at Massachusetts College of Art\, where she explored a variety of media\, often incorporating fabric\, collage\, and found objects into her work. Ackerman has continued her exploration for three decades\, maintaining a childlike freedom in her painting while balancing her roles as artist and mother. She has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions nationally and her work has found a home in many public and private collections. Recent exhibitions include the Iowa State Capitol\, Memorial Union Gallery at ISU\, and the Dubuque Museum of Art biennial. Her work can be found at Liz Lidgett Gallery and Prairie Lights Bookstore. Alex shares a studio with her husband\, Jeremy\, in downtown Iowa City. \nJeremy Ackerman:\nIn the 1990’s\, visual artist Jeremy Ackerman attended Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. There he studied unconventional painting and installation with Afro Cuban artist Magadlena Compos-Pons. Heavily influenced by Compos-Pons’ polymathic approach to art making\, Jeremy began to explore a multitude of media including drawing\, sculpture\, film and performance. After moving back to his hometown of Minneapolis at the end of the century\, Jeremy continued to create art work while also founding the critically acclaimed eclectic pop group\, Walker Kong. During this creative era of music making\, Jeremy also began to experiment with cut paper collage. As his cut paper practice developed\, so did his vision for what could be expressed with the medium. Jeremy has spent the last two decades creating a body of cut paper work that distills hyperactive movement into eye popping psychedelic dreamscapes.\nDuring the pandemic Jeremy created his most ambitious work to date “Run Run Run (We Could Have Died)!” The first public viewing will be at Octagon Center for the Arts. In addition to growing his visual art\, Jeremy recently started a recording studio/ DIY music label\, Mouse Traxx Sounds. He is a current member of the music group\, Oranj Ruffs\, whose debut album was released in June 2024. He lives in Iowa City with his partner Alex\, and their two children.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/just-duet-group-art-exhibition-alex-and-jeremy-ackerman-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:A Generative Writing Workshop - Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:Do you dream of writing “someday\,” but don’t know where to start? Perhaps you already write\, but you’re stuck. Let the Ames Writers Collective help. \nJoin this FREE monthly writing workshop for adults\, which provides a safe space for writers of all stages and genres to generate stories inspired by prompts. We write and then read our stories to one another. This month’s session will be led by Claire Kruesel\, an Ames Writers Collective board member. Claire is a graduate of the MFA Program in Creative Writing and Environment at Iowa State University. \nThis event will be held at the Ames Public Library upstairs in the PEO room. Click here for more information.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/a-generative-writing-workshop-ames-writers-collective/
LOCATION:Ames Writers Collective / Fifth Street Writers\, 612 5th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tool Swap at at KHOI Community Radio
DESCRIPTION:To encourage reuse and build community\, KHOI is hosting Ames’ first Tool Swap on Sat.\, Aug. 23 from 9 a.m. – noon. Bring tools you have to give and take some you need to enjoy a day of sharing and sustainability. \nMonetary donations for tools will also be accepted\, and tools for donation can be dropped of KHOI between Aug. 16 – 23. \nContact amesrepaircafe@gmail.com for more information. \nKHOI Community Radio | 622 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/tool-swap-at-at-khoi-community-radio/
LOCATION:KHOI Community Radio\, 622 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reiman Gardens - Lectures - Garden Grown: Reiman Gardens’ Summer Interns
DESCRIPTION:Join local experts and organizations for a FREE program to dive a little deeper into various nature-related topics.\nFREE for all attendees (no admission required) in partnership with the ISU Lectures Series\nPreregistration is encouraged but not required. \nThursday\, August 21\, 6:00 – 8:00 PM: Garden Grown: Reiman Gardens’ Summer Interns \nSince 2002\, Reiman Gardens’ Internship Program has exemplified excellence in professional development and public engagement. Designed to cultivate the next generation of horticulturalists\, educators\, and public garden professionals\, the program integrates hands-on learning\, interdisciplinary collaboration\, and community outreach with intensive pre-professional practice in the public garden industry. \nIn this special presentation\, hear from Reiman Gardens’ 2025 interns about their experiences and special projects\, as well as additional lessons learned about working for a non-profit.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/reiman-gardens-lectures-garden-grown-reiman-gardens-summer-interns/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Thursday: Poetry Slam - Octagon Center for the Arts and Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:The Octagon in partnership with the Ames Poetry Slam & the Ames Writers Collective is hosting its first ever poetry slam! \nCome hear original work from local poets of all ages and styles. This is a free event\, for attendees and poets alike. If you can\, sign up in advance at this link: Poet Registration. However\, same-day sign up at the event is allowed. \nThis event is held at the Octagon Center for the Arts at 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames IA \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/first-thursday-poetry-slam-octagon-center-for-the-arts-and-ames-writers-collective/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:“Just Duet” - Group Art Exhibition Alex and Jeremy Ackerman - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Just Duet\nGroup Exhibition by Alex Ackerman and Jeremy Ackerman \nExhibition Dates:\nAugust 18th\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nSeptember 6th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtists’ Statements:\n\nAlex Ackerman:\nFor as long as I can remember I have found comfort and joy in making things with my hands. Art has helped me process and respond to the beauty and complexity of the world through every phase of life. Now\, as an adult\, I can see that all my work is in honor of childhood and in dedication to my childhood self\, the girl who found pure freedom in creating her own worlds. My paintings are “internal landscapes”\, unique environments that reflect a deep love of color\, pattern\, nature\, and play. My visual language draws from my years of experience farming and gardening across the country. I have found infinite pleasure in the simple act of watching plants grow; my hands in the soil\, bearing witness to the life cycle from seed to fruit\, contemplating the mysteries of clouds\, bugs\, and steaming piles of compost. The transformative experience of pregnancy and motherhood have also shaped me as an artist\, giving new meaning to the concept of “creation”.\nFor the past twenty years I have constantly sought to balance my roles of mother and artist\, finding joy and tears in the process. During the pandemic I shifted my focus from watercolor to acrylic and mixed media. I began gluing fabric scraps onto wood panels\, and painting around and over them. Cutting and gluing was grounding and healing in a time of extreme uncertainty. My current work – a series of acrylic and fabric paintings on wood – explores a combination of contrasting themes: wild vs. cultivated landscape\, domestic vs. natural environment\, order vs. chaos. Each painting seeks harmony and balance in color and composition\, texture and pattern. I am especially inspired by folk art\, botanical art\, aboriginal art\, and patchwork quilts. I hope my paintings will stimulate curiosity and encourage the viewer to look at the world with fresh eyes. \nJeremy Ackerman:\nThe irreverent artist Ray Johnson produced a series of seemingly improvised performances during his career that he referred to as “Throw Away Gestures.” Usually consisting of a few unremarkable objects\, Johnson would break down social norms by interacting with these objects in playful yet unsettling ways. These performances were not slick but rather a series of untethered gestures that were meant to surprise those\nbearing witness. Simple\, uncomplicated\, yet full of possibilities. In my most recent series of mixed media cut paper collages\, I’ve adapted Johnson’s concept of the “Throw Away Gesture” for two dimensional work. Scribbles became loose forms that were drawn up very quickly; sometimes without even looking at the paper. As the number of my throw away gestures accumulated I would look for interesting relationships between them. The drawn gestures then went through a comically tedious process of being cut out with an x-acto blade. Ultimately\, I was left with a collection of forms that were chopped up\, reduced\, expanded\, connected\, colored\, layered and sometimes actually thrown away.\nMy lifelong fascination with music played a major role in the aesthetic of these works. Rhythm and color push against each other as the cut out gestures dive\, slam\, twerk\, bounce and pogo; avatars for all the things floating around in my head. In these artworks the viewer might see glimmers of my lived experience of punk rock\, doo-wop\, death obsession\, new age philosophy\, hamburgers\, boom boxes\, spirits in the material world\, guilt\, divine comedies\, garbage collection\, aboriginal dreamtime conduits\, cosmic jazz and other such additions to a life time laundry list. In the end\, these sets of throw away gestures and random rules ushered in a new era of psychedelic storytelling that was in hot pursuit of self actualization. \n  \nArtists’ Biographies:\n \nAlex Ackerman:\nAlex Ackerman is a mixed media artist who uses color\, pattern\, and form (both organic and geometric) to create playful and dynamic abstract landscapes. Her artwork has been influenced by her years of experience working on farms and in gardens across the U.S. She is also inspired by folk art\, patchwork quilts\, abstract expressionism\, and the Midwest landscape. Originally from Ann Arbor\, Michigan\, Ackerman grew up a keen observer of the natural world\, knowing from a young age that she would be an artist. She earned her BFA at Massachusetts College of Art\, where she explored a variety of media\, often incorporating fabric\, collage\, and found objects into her work. Ackerman has continued her exploration for three decades\, maintaining a childlike freedom in her painting while balancing her roles as artist and mother. She has participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions nationally and her work has found a home in many public and private collections. Recent exhibitions include the Iowa State Capitol\, Memorial Union Gallery at ISU\, and the Dubuque Museum of Art biennial. Her work can be found at Liz Lidgett Gallery and Prairie Lights Bookstore. Alex shares a studio with her husband\, Jeremy\, in downtown Iowa City. \nJeremy Ackerman:\nIn the 1990’s\, visual artist Jeremy Ackerman attended Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. There he studied unconventional painting and installation with Afro Cuban artist Magadlena Compos-Pons. Heavily influenced by Compos-Pons’ polymathic approach to art making\, Jeremy began to explore a multitude of media including drawing\, sculpture\, film and performance. After moving back to his hometown of Minneapolis at the end of the century\, Jeremy continued to create art work while also founding the critically acclaimed eclectic pop group\, Walker Kong. During this creative era of music making\, Jeremy also began to experiment with cut paper collage. As his cut paper practice developed\, so did his vision for what could be expressed with the medium. Jeremy has spent the last two decades creating a body of cut paper work that distills hyperactive movement into eye popping psychedelic dreamscapes.\nDuring the pandemic Jeremy created his most ambitious work to date “Run Run Run (We Could Have Died)!” The first public viewing will be at Octagon Center for the Arts. In addition to growing his visual art\, Jeremy recently started a recording studio/ DIY music label\, Mouse Traxx Sounds. He is a current member of the music group\, Oranj Ruffs\, whose debut album was released in June 2024. He lives in Iowa City with his partner Alex\, and their two children.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/just-duet-group-art-exhibition-alex-and-jeremy-ackerman-octagon-center-for-the-arts/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Catch a Radio Wave - Senior Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:The 29th Annual Senior Variety Show\, “Catch a Radio Wave” will be presented Fri.\, Aug.15\, 7 p.m.\, and Sat.\, Aug.16\, 2 p.m. at Ames City Auditorium (520 6th St\, Ames\, IA). Over one hundred talented Story County seniors will showcase songs\, dances\, and humor as they celebrate aging in style. The net proceeds will benefit local senior projects.  Tickets\, $10 or $12 at the door\, are now on sale at Worldly Goods\, 223 Main St.\, Ames and other county-wide locations. \nInformation: 515-620-8843 or SeniorVarietyShow.org
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/catch-a-radio-wave-senior-variety-show-2/
LOCATION:Ames City Auditorium\, 520 6th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Catch a Radio Wave - Senior Variety Show
DESCRIPTION:The 29th Annual Senior Variety Show\, “Catch a Radio Wave” will be presented Fri.\, Aug.15\, 7 p.m.\, and Sat.\, Aug.16\, 2 p.m. at Ames City Auditorium (520 6th St\, Ames\, IA). Over one hundred talented Story County seniors will showcase songs\, dances\, and humor as they celebrate aging in style. The net proceeds will benefit local senior projects.  Tickets\, $10 or $12 at the door\, are now on sale at Worldly Goods\, 223 Main St.\, Ames and other county-wide locations. \nInformation: 515-620-8843 or SeniorVarietyShow.org
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/catch-a-radio-wave-senior-variety-show/
LOCATION:Ames City Auditorium\, 520 6th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T180000
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SUMMARY:Lojo Russo and Abbie Sawyer - The Goldfinch Room
DESCRIPTION:Stephens Auditorium and Reiman Gardens are hosting The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens. This partnership brings together singers/songwriters from the Midwest in the Goldfinch Room tradition of storytelling with the stunning beauty of Reiman Gardens. Performances will take place in the Reiman Gardens’ Catalpa Courtyard. Season passes will be available as well as tickets to can be found here: https://www.center.iastate.edu/gfr-reiman-gardens/. Reiman Gardens members will receive free admission to the performances. \nLojo Russo: Lojo Russo has been making music along the ‘Big Muddy’ for most of her life. Born in California she likes to keep the river to her East and currently calls the Quad Cities (IA) home – performing mostly as a solo touring artist. But\, most of her childhood and early adult years were spent in and around the Twin Cities (MN) music scene. Self-taught on guitar and voice Russo spent her formative years in different bands in the Twin Cities (MN) playing guitar\, bass and mandolin in all sorts of folk\, funk\, jazz\, jam\, Irish and indie bands. The range of genres gave her a broader understanding of the music she played and a deeper understanding of the music she wanted to create. Those early years earned Russo a nomination for a “Mammy” (MN Music Award) for “Best Folk Artist” and the title of “Best Female Artist” from MN Women’s Press. \nAbbie Sawyer: Abbie Sawyer is a Midwest singer-songwriter who uncovers meaning and beauty with her heartfelt lyrics\, “unforgettable voice” (Little Village Magazine)\, and “stunningly intimate” sound (dsm Magazine). As a life-long performer and musician\, Abbie captivates live audiences with a deeply-felt\, intimate style using her acoustic guitar\, voice\, and original music\, bringing warmth and wonder to her performances. Abbie has shared billings with The Righteous Babes\, Rufus Wainwright\, Leyla McCalla\, Lake Street Dive\, The New Mastersounds\, and Fitz & the Tantrums. She has toured internationally and her projects have over 40 million streams on Spotify. \nReiman Garden members receive free admission to all the Songwriter Showcases. For non-members\, Stephens Auditorium is offering season passes at $50 and Individual show tickets at $15 in advance and $20 day of show. Passes and tickets do include free admission to Reiman Gardens on the afternoon of the performance. The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens is supported by Ames Community Arts Council\, Discover Ames Community Grant Award with additional underwriting support from Doug and Gwenna Jacobson and David and Bonnie Orth. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/lojo-russo-and-abbie-sawyer-the-goldfinch-room/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Free Second Saturdays - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Free Second Saturdays: Ames History Museum\, 416 Douglas Ave.\nFree and open to the public\nVisit Ames History Museum with free admission on the second Saturday of June\, July\, and August! Meet up with friends\, explore the exhibit galleries\, and enjoy special activities and crafts. Fun for the whole family – all ages welcome! \n2025 Free Second Saturdays: \n\nAugust 9 – needlepoint craft – sponsored by The Shops at Clark & Main\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 9\, 2025 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/free-second-saturdays-ames-history-museum-3/
LOCATION:IA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames History Museum":MAILTO:info@ameshistory.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250804T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250604T135405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T135405Z
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SUMMARY:“Elusive Balance” - Group Art Exhibition of Iowa Artist/Mother Group - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Elusive Balance\nGroup Exhibition by Iowa Artist/Mother Group \nExhibition Dates:\nJuly 21st\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nJuly 26th\, 2025 – Exhibition Reception 2:00PM – 5:00PM in the Community Gallery\nAugust 9th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtist Statement:\nWorks in this exhibition will include fiber art\, painting\, printmaking\, mixed media\, performance\, sculpture\, photography\, and video with a variety of processes and methods. With our intention to showcase the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums\, the exhibition will convey a collection of experiences and perspectives that the work of one singular artist’s body of work would prove challenging to convey. The Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. This exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. Many of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \n  \nArtist Biography:\nThe Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. \nThis exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. \nMany of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \nYou can learn more about this travelling exhibition HERE \nParticipating Artists:\nAlex Ackerman\, Sheena Daugherty\, Leigha Garcia George\, Emily Jalinsky\, Ramona Muse Lambert\, Catherine Reinhart\, Kristin M. Roach\, Allison Rowe\, Amenda Tate\, Alicia Wilkinson.\nNote: These artists will extend invitations to a selection of other female-identifying Iowa artists/caregivers for inclusion in the exhibition.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/elusive-balance-group-art-exhibition-of-iowa-artist-mother-group-octagon-center-for-the-arts-3/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250504T052656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T053733Z
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SUMMARY:Joshua Sinclair and Luke Fox - The Goldfinch Room
DESCRIPTION:Stephens Auditorium and Reiman Gardens are hosting The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens. This partnership brings together singers/songwriters from the Midwest in the Goldfinch Room tradition of storytelling with the stunning beauty of Reiman Gardens. Performances will take place in the Reiman Gardens’ Catalpa Courtyard. Season passes will be available as well as tickets to can be found here: https://www.center.iastate.edu/gfr-reiman-gardens/. Reiman Gardens members will receive free admission to the performances. \nJoshua Sinclair: If Eric Church\, Ed Sheeran\, & The Black Keys all had a baby together\, their musical bundle-of-joy would be JOSHUA SINCLAIR. Using only a guitar\, a microphone\, & a loop pedal\, SINCLAIR performs originals off his past 17 albums as well as putting his own spin on cover tunes. With a resume that includes 4 record deals & placing more than 30 songs in film and television\, including MTV & NBC\, SINCLAIR shows no signs of slowing down\, playing over 200 shows a year & opening up for artists such as Walker Hayes\, Paul Cauthen\, Tanya Tucker\, NEEDTOBREATHE\, and countless others. He is currently touring in support of his latest studio album entitled\, “White Trash Recipes.” \nLuke Fox: Recently nominated for the Maverick award at the MCMO\, A purest at heart and cut from the clothe of the troubadours and balladeers we all know and love\, Luke\, has been working hard through the years to carve out his own unique sound while passing down the line\, songs of old and taking pride in shedding light on the new.. with just his guitar\, a voice filled with all the character you’d imagine an old crooning storyteller might have\, a harmonica\, and kick drum… Luke\, in vivid imagery\, paints landscapes where devils and angels roam and collide. Drawing from personal heartache and triumph\, He’s been known to get the feet moving and the tears flowing… He’s a true original. Powerful\, yet visibly vulnerable with each performance\, He cares deeply about music and it shows. Seeing him LIVE is the best way to really get to witness his unique brand of folk\, country\, rock\, and Americana. \nReiman Garden members receive free admission to all the Songwriter Showcases. For non-members\, Stephens Auditorium is offering season passes at $50 and Individual show tickets at $15 in advance and $20 day of show. Passes and tickets do include free admission to Reiman Gardens on the afternoon of the performance. The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens is supported by Ames Community Arts Council\, Discover Ames Community Grant Award with additional underwriting support from Doug and Gwenna Jacobson and David and Bonnie Orth.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/joshua-sinclair-and-luke-fox-the-goldfinch-room/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephens Auditorium":MAILTO:iscinfo@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250604T135158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T135158Z
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SUMMARY:“Elusive Balance” - Group Art Exhibition of Iowa Artist/Mother Group - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Elusive Balance\nGroup Exhibition by Iowa Artist/Mother Group \nExhibition Dates:\nJuly 21st\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nJuly 26th\, 2025 – Exhibition Reception 2:00PM – 5:00PM in the Community Gallery\nAugust 9th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtist Statement:\nWorks in this exhibition will include fiber art\, painting\, printmaking\, mixed media\, performance\, sculpture\, photography\, and video with a variety of processes and methods. With our intention to showcase the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums\, the exhibition will convey a collection of experiences and perspectives that the work of one singular artist’s body of work would prove challenging to convey. The Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. This exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. Many of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \n  \nArtist Biography:\nThe Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. \nThis exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. \nMany of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \nYou can learn more about this travelling exhibition HERE \nParticipating Artists:\nAlex Ackerman\, Sheena Daugherty\, Leigha Garcia George\, Emily Jalinsky\, Ramona Muse Lambert\, Catherine Reinhart\, Kristin M. Roach\, Allison Rowe\, Amenda Tate\, Alicia Wilkinson.\nNote: These artists will extend invitations to a selection of other female-identifying Iowa artists/caregivers for inclusion in the exhibition.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/elusive-balance-group-art-exhibition-of-iowa-artist-mother-group-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T213000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250611T134233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T032231Z
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SUMMARY:Kid's Co'Motion Performance
DESCRIPTION:After spend five days a week for three weeks learning dance technique\, composition\, and even how to choreograph\, it’s time for the public performance! \nJoin students ages 8 – 18 with a range of dance experience on Fri.\, July 25 and/or Sat.\, July 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ames City Auditorium (520 6th St.). \n*** *** \n“Kids Co’Motion not only deepened my children’s love for movement\, it also gave them a greater sense of confidence and independence.” says one KCM parent.  Celebrating its 37th season in July\, 2025\, KCM dancers  get training in modern dance\, improvisation\, and choreography. This is an experience full of opportunities and friendships in the Ames area. \nFor more information\, visit www.comotion.org or email vjw@comotion.org
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/kids-comotion-performance-2/
LOCATION:Ames City Auditorium\, 520 6th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kid's Co'Motion":MAILTO:vjw@comotion.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250604T135711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T135711Z
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SUMMARY:“Elusive Balance” - Group Art Exhibition Reception of Iowa Artist/Mother Group - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Elusive Balance\nGroup Exhibition by Iowa Artist/Mother Group \nExhibition Dates:\nJuly 21st\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nJuly 26th\, 2025 – Exhibition Reception 2:00PM – 5:00PM in the Community Gallery\nAugust 9th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtist Statement:\nWorks in this exhibition will include fiber art\, painting\, printmaking\, mixed media\, performance\, sculpture\, photography\, and video with a variety of processes and methods. With our intention to showcase the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums\, the exhibition will convey a collection of experiences and perspectives that the work of one singular artist’s body of work would prove challenging to convey. The Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. This exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. Many of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \n  \nArtist Biography:\nThe Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. \nThis exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. \nMany of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \nYou can learn more about this travelling exhibition HERE \nParticipating Artists:\nAlex Ackerman\, Sheena Daugherty\, Leigha Garcia George\, Emily Jalinsky\, Ramona Muse Lambert\, Catherine Reinhart\, Kristin M. Roach\, Allison Rowe\, Amenda Tate\, Alicia Wilkinson.\nNote: These artists will extend invitations to a selection of other female-identifying Iowa artists/caregivers for inclusion in the exhibition.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/elusive-balance-group-art-exhibition-reception-of-iowa-artist-mother-group-octagon-center-for-the-arts/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T213000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250611T133831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T032137Z
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SUMMARY:Kid's Co'Motion Performance
DESCRIPTION:After spend five days a week for three weeks learning dance technique\, composition\, and even how to choreograph\, it’s time for the public performance! \nJoin students ages 8 – 18 with a range of dance experience on Fri.\, July 25 and/or Sat.\, July 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ames City Auditorium (520 6th St.). \n*** *** \n“Kids Co’Motion not only deepened my children’s love for movement\, it also gave them a greater sense of confidence and independence.” says one KCM parent.  Celebrating its 37th season in July\, 2025\, KCM dancers  get training in modern dance\, improvisation\, and choreography. This is an experience full of opportunities and friendships in the Ames area. \nFor more information\, visit www.comotion.org or email vjw@comotion.org \n  \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/kids-comotion-performance/
LOCATION:Ames City Auditorium\, 520 6th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kid's Co'Motion":MAILTO:vjw@comotion.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250604T134943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T134943Z
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SUMMARY:“Elusive Balance” - Group Art Exhibition of Iowa Artist/Mother Group - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Elusive Balance\nGroup Exhibition by Iowa Artist/Mother Group \nExhibition Dates:\nJuly 21st\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nJuly 26th\, 2025 – Exhibition Reception 2:00PM – 5:00PM in the Community Gallery\nAugust 9th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtist Statement:\nWorks in this exhibition will include fiber art\, painting\, printmaking\, mixed media\, performance\, sculpture\, photography\, and video with a variety of processes and methods. With our intention to showcase the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums\, the exhibition will convey a collection of experiences and perspectives that the work of one singular artist’s body of work would prove challenging to convey. The Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. This exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. Many of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \n  \nArtist Biography:\nThe Iowa Artist/Mother group presents an exhibition entitled “Elusive Balance.” The theme of this exhibition explores the challenges of finding balance within artist and mother/caregiver identities. Since there is no one way to embody motherhood\, this theme is open to broad interpretation\, encompassing ideas of rest and productivity\, contentment and overwhelm\, stability and transition\, responsibility and absurdity/play\, and societal expectations vs. personal intuition. We are interested in how one finds personal balance or simply lets go of this elusive state\, embracing or celebrating imbalance within life and art. \nThis exhibition showcases the voices of Iowa artist mothers who represent a range of diverse backgrounds\, ages\, motherhood stages\, and mediums. Each artist has one piece on exhibit. \nMany of the artists are affiliated with the Iowa Artist/Mother group\, an egalitarian group started in 2021 that meets regularly to build community\, share resources\, and support artists who are also caregivers. \nYou can learn more about this travelling exhibition HERE \nParticipating Artists:\nAlex Ackerman\, Sheena Daugherty\, Leigha Garcia George\, Emily Jalinsky\, Ramona Muse Lambert\, Catherine Reinhart\, Kristin M. Roach\, Allison Rowe\, Amenda Tate\, Alicia Wilkinson.\nNote: These artists will extend invitations to a selection of other female-identifying Iowa artists/caregivers for inclusion in the exhibition.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/elusive-balance-group-art-exhibition-of-iowa-artist-mother-group-octagon-center-for-the-arts/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250504T051907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T053934Z
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SUMMARY:Wolfskill & The Wild - The Goldfinch Room
DESCRIPTION:Stephens Auditorium and Reiman Gardens are hosting The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens. This partnership brings together singers/songwriters from the Midwest in the Goldfinch Room tradition of storytelling with the stunning beauty of Reiman Gardens. Performances will take place in the Reiman Gardens’ Catalpa Courtyard. Season passes will be available as well as tickets to can be found here: https://www.center.iastate.edu/gfr-reiman-gardens/. Reiman Gardens members will receive free admission to the performances. \nWolfskill & The Wild: A classically-trained violinist\, and a songwriting troubadour\, Wolfskill & The Wild are a Midwest- grown\, Iowan native folk-duo\, delivering an authentic and bold musical fusion. Once described as\, “a smooth & silky pour” – Wolfskill & The Wild blend alternative folk\, contemporary strings\, and experimental ambience that pays homage to their Driftless Area roots. Trailblazing their path in the indie-folk music scene\, Wolfskill & The Wild has performed on stage in support of acts including: Son Little\, The Arcadian Wild\, The Ballroom Thieves\, & Chicago Farmer. \nAt each Songwriter Showcase\, a local food truck will be on site and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed into the Gardens. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets as the seating is on the lawn. If weather proves to be a challenge\, the performance will move inside to the Garden Room. \nReiman Garden members receive free admission to all the Songwriter Showcases. For non-members\, Stephens Auditorium is offering season passes at $50 and Individual show tickets at $15 in advance and $20 day of show. Passes and tickets do include free admission to Reiman Gardens on the afternoon of the performance. The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens is supported by Ames Community Arts Council\, Discover Ames Community Grant Award with additional underwriting support from Doug and Gwenna Jacobson and David and Bonnie Orth. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/wolfskill-the-wild-the-goldfinch-room/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephens Auditorium":MAILTO:iscinfo@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250611T054201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T054201Z
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SUMMARY:Free Second Saturdays - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Free Second Saturdays: Ames History Museum\, 416 Douglas Ave.\nFree and open to the public\nVisit Ames History Museum with free admission on the second Saturday of June\, July\, and August! Meet up with friends\, explore the exhibit galleries\, and enjoy special activties and crafts. Fun for the whole family – all ages welcome! \n2025 Free Second Saturdays: \n\nJuly 12 – time capsule letter activity – sponsored by Cooks’ Emporium\nAugust 9 – needlepoint craft – sponsored by The Shops at Clark & Main\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, July 12\, 2025 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/free-second-saturdays-ames-history-museum-2/
LOCATION:Ames History Museum\, 416 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames History Museum":MAILTO:info@ameshistory.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250527T032558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T032558Z
UID:10000228-1751882400-1752339600@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:“Over + Under” - Solo Art Exhibition by Raluca Iancu - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Over + Under\nSolo Exhibition by Raluca Iancu \nExhibition Dates:\nJune 30th\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nJuly 12th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtist Statement:\nMy work explores disaster\, memory and vulnerability through different media\, ranging from printmaking to performance\, to edible art and printed objects. I question the way we look at tragedy as well as the way we deal with the aftermath. We depend on our technology (planes\, trains\, automobiles) and easily forget that it is just as fallible as our bodies. In our contemporary media driven culture\, catastrophes\, of all kinds\, are trivialized by their frequent appearances across the spectrum of information media\, especially as access to data is more widespread than ever before. We\, as a society\, have become desensitized to these events through constant exposure\, unable to understand the serious consequences of our actions. Separated from the outside world by our screens and windshields\, we create a culture of indifference as we learn to consume tragedy\, on all scales\, as entertainment. The automobile drastically changed the way that we experience the world\, physically\, as well as intellectually. We find ourselves with endless facets for the consideration of our impermanence\, as morbid curiosity pushes us to hyperextend our necks\, to the point of material transformation (skin\, bone\, and muscle\, into rubber). The work in this exhibition is centered on the role of automobiles in our lives and their impact on our environment. \n  \nArtist Biography:\nRaluca Iancu is currently an Assistant Professor in Art & Visual Culture\, Printmaking\, at Iowa State University (ISU). She earned her MFA in Studio Art\, Printmaking\, from The University of Tennessee\, Knoxville (UTK)\, and her BFA in Printmaking from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia. \nHer work investigates disaster\, memory\, and vulnerability through different media\, ranging from printmaking to performance\, to edible art and printed objects. She is interested in how our relationship with technology simultaneously enhances our lives\, while also leaving us vulnerable. \nShe has exhibited internationally\, at venues including the Art Museum of Cluj-Napoca (Romania)\, and the CICA Museum (Korea); and nationally at the International Print Center of New York (NY)\, the Bradbury Art Museum\, (AR)\, the Art Institute of Boston (MA)\, and the Hunterdon Museum (NJ)\, among others. She has been an artist in residence in the United States\, at the Hambidge Center for Creative Arts & Sciences (GA) and the Vermont Studio Center (VT)\, among others; and internationally Art Print Residence (Spain)\, the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Fine Arts (Poland)\, St Michael’s Printshop (Canada)\, Mi-LAB and Studio Kura (Japan)\, and\, most recently\, BetterPress Lab (Italy).
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/over-under-solo-art-exhibition-by-raluca-iancu-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/
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:20250630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250705T170000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
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SUMMARY:“Over + Under” - Solo Art Exhibition by Raluca Iancu - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Over + Under\nSolo Exhibition by Raluca Iancu \nExhibition Dates:\nJune 30th\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nJuly 12th\, 2025 – Exhibition Closes \nCommunity Gallery Hours: \nMonday-Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nThursday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm \nFriday 10:00 am – 5:30 pm \nSaturday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm \nSunday CLOSED \nArtist Statement:\nMy work explores disaster\, memory and vulnerability through different media\, ranging from printmaking to performance\, to edible art and printed objects. I question the way we look at tragedy as well as the way we deal with the aftermath. We depend on our technology (planes\, trains\, automobiles) and easily forget that it is just as fallible as our bodies. In our contemporary media driven culture\, catastrophes\, of all kinds\, are trivialized by their frequent appearances across the spectrum of information media\, especially as access to data is more widespread than ever before. We\, as a society\, have become desensitized to these events through constant exposure\, unable to understand the serious consequences of our actions. Separated from the outside world by our screens and windshields\, we create a culture of indifference as we learn to consume tragedy\, on all scales\, as entertainment. The automobile drastically changed the way that we experience the world\, physically\, as well as intellectually. We find ourselves with endless facets for the consideration of our impermanence\, as morbid curiosity pushes us to hyperextend our necks\, to the point of material transformation (skin\, bone\, and muscle\, into rubber). The work in this exhibition is centered on the role of automobiles in our lives and their impact on our environment. \n  \nArtist Biography:\nRaluca Iancu is currently an Assistant Professor in Art & Visual Culture\, Printmaking\, at Iowa State University (ISU). She earned her MFA in Studio Art\, Printmaking\, from The University of Tennessee\, Knoxville (UTK)\, and her BFA in Printmaking from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design University\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia. \nHer work investigates disaster\, memory\, and vulnerability through different media\, ranging from printmaking to performance\, to edible art and printed objects. She is interested in how our relationship with technology simultaneously enhances our lives\, while also leaving us vulnerable. \nShe has exhibited internationally\, at venues including the Art Museum of Cluj-Napoca (Romania)\, and the CICA Museum (Korea); and nationally at the International Print Center of New York (NY)\, the Bradbury Art Museum\, (AR)\, the Art Institute of Boston (MA)\, and the Hunterdon Museum (NJ)\, among others. She has been an artist in residence in the United States\, at the Hambidge Center for Creative Arts & Sciences (GA) and the Vermont Studio Center (VT)\, among others; and internationally Art Print Residence (Spain)\, the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Fine Arts (Poland)\, St Michael’s Printshop (Canada)\, Mi-LAB and Studio Kura (Japan)\, and\, most recently\, BetterPress Lab (Italy).
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/over-under-solo-art-exhibition-by-raluca-iancu-octagon-center-for-the-arts/
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:20250629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T163000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250616T190323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T190323Z
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SUMMARY:The Prom - ACTORS
DESCRIPTION:Emma just wants to take her girlfriend to the prom\, but is blocked by the PTA.  Two self-centered divas are ready to kick-ball-change the world into this funny\, tenderhearted musical.  The Prom explores how it feels to be living in the fishbowl world of high school. \nACTORS is located at 120 Abraham Drive. Find more details the website: www.actorsinc.org. \nThe Prom is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide\, 1180 Avenue of the Americans\, Suite 640\, New York\, NY 10036  wwwtheatricalrights.com
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-prom-actors-5/
LOCATION:Ames Community Theater\, 120 Abraham Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Community Theater":MAILTO:info@actorsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250611T062121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T062121Z
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SUMMARY:Making Butter the Pioneer Way - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:making butter the pioneer way\nHoggatt School\, 18th & Burnett\nFree & open to the public – all ages welcome!\nExperience how to make butter the way it was done in the days of Hoggatt School with a hands-on demonstration. Then see how it tastes! \nHoggatt School is open Sundays\, June 1 – July 27\, 2 – 4 p.m. Free and open to the public – all ages welcome! Click here for the full summer schedule. \n\n\n\n\n\nSun.\, June 29\, 2025 – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/making-butter-the-pioneer-way-ames-history-museum/
LOCATION:Ames History Museum\, 416 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames History Museum":MAILTO:info@ameshistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T213000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250616T185852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T185852Z
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SUMMARY:The Prom - ACTORS
DESCRIPTION:Emma just wants to take her girlfriend to the prom\, but is blocked by the PTA.  Two self-centered divas are ready to kick-ball-change the world into this funny\, tenderhearted musical.  The Prom explores how it feels to be living in the fishbowl world of high school. \nACTORS is located at 120 Abraham Drive. Find more details the website: www.actorsinc.org. \nThe Prom is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide\, 1180 Avenue of the Americans\, Suite 640\, New York\, NY 10036  wwwtheatricalrights.com
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-prom-actors-4/
LOCATION:Ames Community Theater\, 120 Abraham Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Community Theater":MAILTO:info@actorsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250623T022306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T022306Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Annual Members' Recital - Central Iowa American Guild of Organists (CIAGO)
DESCRIPTION:Sat.\, June 28\, 1:30 p.m. at Collegiate Methodist Church (2622 Lincoln Way)\, Ames. \nSeven recitalists playing music by 7 composers on the outstanding 3 manual\, 40 rank\, 2363 pipes Reuter including “The Star Spangled Banner” and music of J.S. Bach and Cesar Franck. \nThis event is free and open to everyone. Cake and  refreshments to follow. \nwww.ciago.org | info@ciago.org | Facebook.com/agocentraliowa
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/2025-annual-members-recital-central-iowa-american-guild-of-organists-ciago/
LOCATION:Wesleyan Collegiate Methodist Church\, 2622 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Central Iowa American Organ Guild (CIAGO)":MAILTO:info@ciago.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T220000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250616T185640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T185640Z
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SUMMARY:The Prom - ACTORS
DESCRIPTION:Emma just wants to take her girlfriend to the prom\, but is blocked by the PTA.  Two self-centered divas are ready to kick-ball-change the world into this funny\, tenderhearted musical.  The Prom explores how it feels to be living in the fishbowl world of high school. \nACTORS is located at 120 Abraham Drive. Find more details the website: www.actorsinc.org. \nThe Prom is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide\, 1180 Avenue of the Americans\, Suite 640\, New York\, NY 10036  wwwtheatricalrights.com
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-prom-actors-3/
LOCATION:Ames Community Theater\, 120 Abraham Drive\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Community Theater":MAILTO:info@actorsinc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250604T153807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T153807Z
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SUMMARY:Monochrome Muse: Graphite & Ink Portraits\, Ages 16+ – Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Monochrome Muse: Graphite & Ink Portraits\, Ages 16 +\nThursdays\, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\nJune 12 – 26 (3 Weeks) \nStudents will develop foundational skills in capturing likeness and expression using graphite\, ink\, and brush techniques\, with guidance in proportion\, shading\, and character. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your practice\, this class offers a supportive space to bring faces to life on paper. Supplies included.\nStudio Location: TBA\nInstructor: Allison Casar
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/monochrome-muse-graphite-ink-portraits-ages-16-octagon-center-for-the-arts-3/
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:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260627T085002
CREATED:20250504T043342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T054155Z
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SUMMARY:David G. Smith and Carol Montag - The Goldfinch Room
DESCRIPTION:Stephens Auditorium and Reiman Gardens are hosting The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens. This partnership brings together singers/songwriters from the Midwest in the Goldfinch Room tradition of storytelling with the stunning beauty of Reiman Gardens. Performances will take place in the Reiman Gardens’ Catalpa Courtyard. Season passes will be available as well as tickets to can be found here: https://www.center.iastate.edu/gfr-reiman-gardens/. Reiman Gardens members will receive free admission to the performances. \nDavid G Smith: Internationally acclaimed Artist-Songwriter David G Smith is an acoustic roots solo performer with a lyric intensive style featuring guitars\, resonator\, music and a voice that range from dirt-funk to intimate. His music is a blend of Folk\, Americana\, Country & Blues. David was recently accepted as a Juried Artist with Noel Paul Stookey’s (Peter\, Paul & Mary) Music ToLife Org. He is a 2008 International Song Competition 1st Place Winner\, a Robert Oermann DISCovery Award recipient\, and two-time ISC semifinalist. He performs at the prestigious Bluebird Cafe/Nashville where his shows are regularly sold out. David has released 11 albums. His single “River Gonna Talk” was a 2023 #1 add on the NACC chart and reached #1 in the nation on Radio Guitar One’s Top 30 Americana Chart. David has been featured in American Songwriter and his songs have appeared on TNT\, Lifetime Network\, Travel Channel\, several PBS affiliates shows and he has a string of indie & major-indie song-cuts to include with Rissi Palmer\, only the 3rd black female country artist to chart\, in 2007. His last four albums have been accepted for Grammy consideration. His Give-Back Series donates time and raises money and awareness for a variety of charitable causes. \nCarol Montag: Performing singer/songwriter Carol Montag has been described by folk music legend Tom Paxton as a “genuine discovery” and “the best thing to come out of Iowa since Bonnie Koloc.” Her influences include Joni Mitchell\, Judy Collins\, Eva Cassidy\, Julie Andrews\, John Denver\, and James Taylor to name a few. She has recorded four solo albums and two Christmas CDs with Kathy Donnelly and Nina Swanson in the trio known as Tribute. Carol has opened for or shared the stage with Arlo Guthrie\, Michael Johnson\, Jim Post\, Greg Brown\, Priscilla Herdmann\, David Wilcox\, John Gorka\, John Stewart\, Cliff Eberhardt\, Larry Groce\, as well as Three Dog Night. She was commissioned to write music for Ballet Iowa and Ballet LaCrosse and performed live with both companies. \nAt each Songwriter Showcase\, a local food truck will be on site and beverages will be available for purchase. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed into the Gardens. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and/or blankets as the seating is on the lawn. If weather proves to be a challenge\, the performance will move inside to the Garden Room. \nReiman Garden members receive free admission to all the Songwriter Showcases. For non-members\, Stephens Auditorium is offering season passes at $50 and Individual show tickets at $15 in advance and $20 day of show. Passes and tickets do include free admission to Reiman Gardens on the afternoon of the performance. The Goldfinch Room Songwriter Showcase at Reiman Gardens is supported by Ames Community Arts Council\, Discover Ames Community Grant Award with additional underwriting support from Doug and Gwenna Jacobson and David and Bonnie Orth. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/david-g-smith-and-carol-montag-the-goldfinch-room/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephens Auditorium":MAILTO:iscinfo@iastate.edu
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