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SUMMARY:Museum Meetup: Exploring Glass! - University Museums\, Christian Peterson Art Museum
DESCRIPTION:I spy…a table made of glass! Spot the unexpected in Beth Lipman: Middle of the Story at the Christian Petersen Art Museum! Join us for a fun scavenger hunt and etched glass activity inspired by the exhibition’s stunning glass installations. Explore the gallery and enjoy free treats while you’re here! Funded by the Kathy and John Howell Art Enrichment Program. \nChristian Peterson Art Museum\, 1017 Morrill Hall
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/museum-meetup-exploring-glass-university-museums-christian-peterson-art-museum/
LOCATION:Christian Peterson Art Museum\, 1017 Morrill Hall\, 603 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T200000
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SUMMARY:My Very Silly Monster\, Ages 5 - 9 - My Very Silly Monster
DESCRIPTION:My Very Silly Monster\, Ages 5 – 9\n\n\nMy Very Silly Monster!\, Ages 5 – 9\nThursdays\, 6 – 8 p.m.\nOct. 16 – 23\n$70 \nLet your child’s imagination run wild in My Very Silly Monster\, a whimsical mixed media art class where creativity knows no rules! Each week\, young artists will explore a variety of mixed media materials like paint \, feathers\, fabric googly eyes\, and foam clay\, and then design and build their own silly\, spooky\, or sweet monster creations.\nKids will learn and practice basic art skills like drawing\, painting\, cutting\, and gluing while diving into the fun of combining textures and materials to bring their monsters to life. This playful\, hands-on class encourages self-expression\, storytelling\, and fun! No two monsters are alike…just like our artists! \nAll materials are provided\, and students will take home their finished creations after each class or when they are dry.\nNo previous experience required. All materials provided\nInstructor: Tim Read\nClass Size Limit: 12\nStudio Location: TBA
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/my-very-silly-monster-ages-5-9-my-very-silly-monster/2025-10-23/
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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SUMMARY:Belly Dancing: Drop-In: June - November - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Belly Dancing: Drop-In: June – November\n\n\nBelly Dance\, Ages 14+\nThursdays\, 6 – 7 p.m. with optional choreography and intermediate technique from 7 – 8 p.m.\n$10/session \nThis beginner – friendly class is designed for anyone interested in exploring the graceful and expressive art of belly dance. Each session begins with a gentle warm-up with stretching exercises to improve flexibility and get you in the groove. Skilled instructor\, Melinda\, of Mirage Middle Eastern Dance Troupe\, will cover basic techniques\, isolation exercises and short combinations. Connect with other dancers in a supportive and encouraging environment. Wear comfortable clothing. \nInstructor: Melinda Jenkins-Moore\nClass Size Limit: 8\nStudio Location: Dance Studio\, 2nd Floor \nPlease note: We have a new registration platform and encourage you to register online. For your convenience\, online registration will remain open right up until the class begins. However\,\nin-person payment at the Shop is no longer available.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/belly-dancing-drop-in-june-november-octagon-center-for-the-arts-3/2025-10-23/
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:20251023T180000
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SUMMARY:Belly Dance: 6 Week Class\, OCT - NOV\, ages 14+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Belly Dance: 6 Week Class\, OCT – NOV\, ages 14+\n\n\nBelly Dance\, Ages 14+\nThursdays\, 6 – 7 p.m. with optional choreography and intermediate technique from 7 – 8 p.m.\nOctober 2 – November 6 (6 weeks)\n$50\nor\n$10/session\, “Drop In” Rate \nThis beginner – friendly class is designed for anyone interested in exploring the graceful and expressive art of belly dance. Each session begins with a gentle warm-up with stretching exercises to improve flexibility and get you in the groove. Skilled instructor\, Melinda\, of Mirage Middle Eastern Dance Troupe\, will cover basic techniques\, isolation exercises and short combinations. Connect with other dancers in a supportive and encouraging environment. Wear comfortable clothing. \nInstructor: Melinda Jenkins-Moore\nClass Size Limit: 12\nStudio Location: Dance Studio\, 2nd Floor
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/belly-dance-6-week-class-oct-nov-ages-14-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-10-23/
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:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000
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SUMMARY:Featured Artist Talk: Carol Patrick - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Join Ames artist Carol Patrick and learn how she creates new from old\, how to combine colors and patterns\, and a few of her tips that make sewing fun and easy. Carol creates unique reversible aprons from vintage tablecloths; learn how she does it and a bit about the history of 40’s and 50’s tablecloths. \nCarol sells her aprons in the Octagon Shop\, but will have additional aprons for sale that haven’t been available in the Shop! \nFree\, ages 16+
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/featured-artist-talk-carol-patrick-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:20251022T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T220000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
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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/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T210000
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SUMMARY:Author Spotlight: Douglas Gentile - KHOI Community Radio & Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Douglas Gentile is an award-winning research scientist\, educator\, best-selling author\, and is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Iowa State University. He has authored over 160 peer-reviewed scientific journal articles\, including studies on the positive and negative effects of mass media on children in several countries. He is also a Zen monk and the Guiding Teacher of the of the Ames Buddhist Mahasangha. In addition\, he is the leader of the local jazz band\, Indigo Monks. His comedy music radio show\, the “Tom and Doug Show\,” is nationally syndicated (and can be heard on KHOI). \nBook Sale and Author Signing | KHOI Community Radio | 622 Douglas Ave.\, Ames | Wed.\, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. \nPresented by The Ames Writers Collective and KHOI Community Radio.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/9509/
LOCATION:KHOI Community Radio\, 622 Douglas Ave.\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="KHOI Community Radio":MAILTO:radio@khoifm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251022T110000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
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SUMMARY:Creative Explorations October - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Creative Explorations October\n\n\nCreative Explorations\, 3 – 5 years with an adult partner*\nWednesdays\, 10 – 11 am\n$65 for each 4 week session \nOct. 1 – 22\nAdditional session\, Oct. 29 – Nov. 19 \nEnjoy 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. \n*Children who are 5 years old may be more developmentally willing/able to work alone on their projects. If so\, guardians are encouraged to stay on site either in the studio or in the adjacent lounge area during class. \nClass limit: 6 children/adult pairs\nInstructor: Beth Weninger\nHunziker Studio
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/creative-explorations-october-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-10-22/
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:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T200000
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SUMMARY:Portrait Painting Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Portrait Painting Ages 18+\n\n\nArt of the Self Portrait\,  Ages 18+\nTuesdays\, 6 – 8 pm\nOct.14 – 28 (3 weeks)\n$85 \nStudents will explore the art of oil painting self-portraits using a mirror. Students will learn to explore color\, likeness\, and the many ways of depicting oneself on canvas. Oil paint focused\, but other media are also welcome. All skill levels are welcome! \nInstructor: Zack Bukovich\nClass Size Limit: 10\nStudio Location: TBA \nStudent supply list:\nChoose preferred type of Paint: Gouache\, Acrylic or Oil Paint \n\n4-6 canvases\, panels or paper\, between 9 x12” and 16 x 20”\n\nGouache or Acrylic Supplies: \n\nGouache or Acrylic paints: A simple color palette of basic colors (red\, blue\, yellow\, black\, white and brown).\nBrushes*\n\nOil Painting Supplies: \n\nOil Paints: Titanium white\, warm yellow and cool yellow (usually cadmium yellow and lemon yellow)\, warm red and cool red (usually cadmium red and alizarin crimson) and ultramarine blue; other colors of your choice (bring what you have).\nMixed sized brushes (can be bristle or synthetic)*\nPalette Knife\nPalette surface (sheets are fine)\nOdorless Turpentine or Gamsol\nPaint mixing tray\n*The Octagon will provide  paper towels\, pencils\, gently used paintbrushes of varying type and size.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/portrait-painting-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T193000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
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SUMMARY:Member Open Hours - Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:This month\, join us for Open Hours at the Ames Writers Collective. Open hours are available for members only! Interested in becoming a member? Click here for more information! \nLooking for a space designed for writers by writers? Or are you looking for a quiet area to focus on your most recent project? At Fifth Street Writers\, we aim to provide just that from 5:30pm – 7:30pm on Tuesdays in October. There are a few exceptions\, please check our events calendar for specific dates! \nWe have seating areas spread throughout the building at Fifth Street Writers that run the gamut from comfy club chairs to benches with tables\, to larger tables with chairs. Limited parking is available in front of the building\, with plenty of street parking. Our site host is communications intern\, Acacia Coates.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/member-open-hours-ames-writers-collective/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Ames Writers Collective / Fifth Street Writers\, 612 5th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Writers Collective":MAILTO:ana@ameswriterscollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T180000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
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SUMMARY:International Community Meetup - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing. \nPresented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University International Students and Scholars Office.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/international-community-meetup-ames-public-library/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T160000
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SUMMARY:Afternoon Watercolor Painting\, Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Watercolor Painting\, Ages 18+\nBeginning-Intermediate skill levels\nTuesdays (5 weeks)\n1 – 4 p.m.\nOct. 7 – Nov. 4\n$140\nLearn and practice brush control\, general principles\, techniques and tricks using watercolors. Students will learn to simulate texture and patterns resulting from combining and layering or glazing their paints. Basic skills in the use of transparent watercolors\, design principles including composition\, and how to decide what to keep or eliminate in your art will be covered.\nClass size limit: 12\nStudio Location: Dance/East Auxiliary Studio\nInstructor: Mike Mittermeier\nLearn more about Mike Mittermeier on Instagram @mikemittermeier \nMATERIALS LIST: Please bring the following to class \nWATERCOLOR PAINTS\nTransparent (Tube) watercolors. Tube watercolors are best and last longer than pan/palette watercolors.\nCadmium Red or Alizarin crimson\nCadmium Yellow or Lemon yellow\nRaw Sienna\nUltramarine Blue or Cerulean Blue\nHookers Green\nCadmium yellow\nPaynes grey\nBurnt Sienna\nOptional-Chinese white\nI have used Winsor Newton\, Holbein and Schminke. (Holbein is my favorite)\nTry to stay clear of the pan sets\, they are ok\, however\, they don’t last and quality is not as good. \nWATERCOLOR PAPER\n9” x 12 “ Cold Press Watercolor Pad from any of the following: Winsor & Newton\, Canson\, Strathmore\, or Arches\nWATERCOLOR BRUSHES*\n#8 Bright or flat\n# 10 or 14 Round\n# 0-2 Round long bristles\n*Get the best brushes you can afford. A Mix Synthetic brush lasts and lasts. These brushes are made with a mixture of synthetic filaments designed to replicate the properties of natural hair like sable\, often with added benefits like increased longevity and better color release.\n~Kolinski are pricey\, but they are great for holding paint and have a more natural feel.\n~Masterstroke\n~Red sable is resilient and budget friendly.\n~Chinese brushes are also great to have\, less expensive than sable. \nMISC.\nThe Watercolor color wheel; A reference guide to watercolor colors (Jerry’s Art-a-Rama and Amazon)\nXacto Knife (Or something similar) CAREFUL THEY ARE SHARP!\nHake 2 or 3 inch and natural sponge/elephant ear sponge (Hobby Lobby\, Amazon\, Jerry’s Art-a-Rama)
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/afternoon-watercolor-painting-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts-2/2025-10-21/
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:20251021T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
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SUMMARY:Prussian Blue: A Victorian Cyanotype Workshop - University Museums\, Farm House Museum
DESCRIPTION:Cyanotype printmaking is a technique steeped in a fascinating history of scientific discovery\, creative rebellion\, and feminist artistry from the Victorian Era. Learn about the history of cyanotypes and create your own during this come-and-go workshop. *This event is weather permitting; a rain date will be announced two days prior. \nThis program is generously funded by Donald Larew in memory of Neva M. Petersen and Gladys Hamlin. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/prussian-blue-a-victorian-cyanotype-workshop-university-museums-farm-house-museum/
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:20251021T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T100000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251003T015607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T015607Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring Art October - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Art October\n\n\nExploring Art\, 18 months – 3’s with an adult partner\nTuesdays\, 9:15 – 10 a.m. \n$65 for 4 week sessions\nOctober 7 – 28 \nUpcoming Sessions: November 4 – 25 and December 2 – 9 ( $45: 2 week mini session) \nChildren and their adult partner will explore art together in a relaxed environment. Toddlers will create their own works of art while learning new skills like tearing paper\, gluing\, cutting\, coloring over texture\, painting with different objects\, moving through transitions and imitating art making processes. Activities will focus on age appropriate\, playful\, artistic and sensory materials. \nClass size limit: 6 child/adult pairs. \nInstructor: Beth Weninger\nHunziker Studio
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/exploring-art-october-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-10-21/
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:20251020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251003T025008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T025008Z
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SUMMARY:Wheel Throwing\, Ages 18+ - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Wheel Throwing\, Ages 18+\n\n\nWheel Throwing\, Ages 18+\nBeginning-Intermediate skill levels\nMondays\, 6 – 8:30 p.m.\nOct. 20 – Nov.17 (5 weeks)\n$185 \nThis class will guide you through shaping clay on the wheel\, from centering to finishing simple forms. It’s perfect for beginners or intermediate potters who wish to practice and hone their skills. All materials provided. \nClass size limit: 7\nStudio Location: Ceramics/North Studio\, 2nd Floor\nInstructor: Allyson Fillmore
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/wheel-throwing-ages-18-octagon-center-for-the-arts/2025-10-20/
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:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
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SUMMARY:“Voices” - Group Art Exhibition of Cedar River Artisans - Octagon Center for the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Voices\nGroup Exhibition by Cedar River Artisans \nExhibition Dates:\nOctober 6th\, 2025 – Exhibition Opening Day\nOctober 25th\, 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:\nVOICES will center around what makes our thoughts similar not what makes us different. We look beyond ideologies\, divisive words\, materials and techniques. We live in a time when it is more critical than ever to come together as a country\, community\, and region and find commonalities. How does the ephemeral nature of paper speak to a paused sunset? How can abstraction bring us together in an age of dialogue and representation? Our focus returns full circle to look at our core values to share our interior person experiences and the kinship of the Cedar River Artisans with the greater Iowa community. \n  \nArtists’ Biographies:\nCedar River Artisans (CRA) is a consortium of professional artists seeking public and private art commissions for collaborative or individual artwork. We are based in Cedar Rapids\, Iowa. Our artists live in Cedar Rapids and the surrounding regions. Individually\, the members have a history of success in juried art shows throughout the area and are represented in several leading galleries and museums. As a collective we are interconnected. The Cedar River Artisans work in a broad swatch of materials: printmaking\, sculpture\, ceramics\, pastel\, oil painting\, fiber arts and photography. Our working method is collaborative\, and our objective is to produce a unified visual statement through our art and to bring the power of art into your public or commercial spaces. \nThe collective consists of eight members: Robert Fox\, M.L Kline\, Ellen Kleckner\, Julia Kottal\, Nancy Lindsay\, Marty Mitchell\, Elizabeth Rhoads Read and John Schwartzkopf.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/voices-group-art-exhibition-of-cedar-river-artisans-octagon-center-for-the-arts-3/
LOCATION:Octagon Center for the Arts\, 427 Douglas Avenue\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Addams Family - Stephens Auditorium
DESCRIPTION:The Addams Family – Sun.\, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $38 \nA comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family\, THE ADDAMS FAMILY is the magnificently macabrehit musical featuring everyone’s favorite creepy\, kooky characters. Wednesday Addams\, the ultimate princess of darkness\, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet\, smart young man from a respectable family. A man her parents have never met. And if that weren’t upsetting enough\, she confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now\, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife\, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. On the heels of Wednesday\, the 3rd most-watched show on Netflix of all-time\, Big-League Productions\, Inc. presents THE ADDAMS FAMILY\, a devilishly delightful musical comedy based on the bizarre and beloved characters by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-addams-family-stephens-auditorium/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251010T224320Z
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SUMMARY:Argentine Tango Drop-in Lessons - The Workspace
DESCRIPTION:Argentine Tango Drop-in Lessons with Valerie Williams \nThis Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From  4 – 5 p.m\, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week\, along with techniques for better dancing. From 5 – 7 p.m\, the floor is yours for dancing under Valerie’s guidance and for working with different partners. An intermediate-level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes\, smooth-soled shoes\, or socks. \nOpen to ages 18+. \nClasses meet every Sunday at 4 p.m. in Room 3512; drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Check the Workspace Calendar to make su \nISU – five lessons for $45/Public – five lessons for $55
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/9491/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Memorial Union Rm 3512\, 2220 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Workspace":MAILTO:workspace@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251015T020918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T021608Z
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SUMMARY:Sean Chen\, piano Master Class - Ames Town & Gown
DESCRIPTION:Master Class with Sean Chen\, solo piano\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSun.\, Oct. 19\, 2025 | 2 – 4 p.m.\nMartha Ellen-Tye Recital Hall\, Iowa State University \nMaster Class (free and open to the public) Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 | 2 – 4 p.m. | Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWinner in 2013 of both the Van Cliburn Competition Bronze Medal\, and the American Piano Award\, Sean Chen excels not only as a pianist\, but also as composer\, arranger\, and transcriber. \nA Juilliard and Yale graduate\, his virtuosic playing has been described as “alluring\, colorfully shaded” (New York Times) and “genuinely sensitive” (L.A. Times). \nHe is currently an endowed associate professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and was recently the featured guest artist at the Iowa Music Teachers Association State Conference. \nBuy tickets here.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/sean-chen-piano-master-class-ames-town-gown/
LOCATION:Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall\, ISU\, 300 Union Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T213000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251015T020512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T020512Z
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SUMMARY:Sean Chen\, solo piano - Ames Town & Gown Chamber Music Association
DESCRIPTION:Sean Chen\, solo piano\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSat.\, Oct. 18\, 2025 | 7:30 p.m.\nMartha Ellen-Tye Recital Hall\, Iowa State University \nMaster Class (free and open to the public) Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 | 2 – 4 p.m. | Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWinner in 2013 of both the Van Cliburn Competition Bronze Medal\, and the American Piano Award\, Sean Chen excels not only as a pianist\, but also as composer\, arranger\, and transcriber. \nA Juilliard and Yale graduate\, his virtuosic playing has been described as “alluring\, colorfully shaded” (New York Times) and “genuinely sensitive” (L.A. Times). \nHe is currently an endowed associate professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and was recently the featured guest artist at the Iowa Music Teachers Association State Conference. \nBuy tickets here.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/sean-chen-solo-piano-ames-town-gown-chamber-music-association/
LOCATION:Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall\, ISU\, 300 Union Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251015T023445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T023722Z
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SUMMARY:Cyclone Cinema: 28 Years Later -  ISU Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:It’s been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped from a biological weapons laboratory. Still living in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine\, some have found ways to exist amid the infected. One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single\, heavily defended causeway. When one of them decides to venture into the dark heart of the mainland\, he soon discovers a mutation that has spread to not only the infected\, but other survivors as well. \nAll Cyclone Cinema showings start at 7:00 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-28-years-later-isu-student-union-board/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Carver Hall\, Room 0101\, 411 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA 50011\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251004T042027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T042027Z
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SUMMARY:Ames: A Glimpse Inside - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Ames: A Glimpse Inside\nDowntown Ames\nFree & open to the public\nThis unique\, behind-the-scenes experience transforms familiar streets into living history\, allowing participants to step inside vintage homes\, heritage businesses\, restored civic buildings\, and sacred spaces in Ames’ Main Street and Old Town historic districts. Each location offers a new perspective on Ames’ evolution\, architecture\, and community life. Visit ten businesses and residences: \n\nAmes History Museum – 416 Douglas Ave.\nAvec Design + Build – 131 Main Street\nKHOI Community Radio  – 622 Douglas Ave.\nAmes Post Office – 525 Kellogg Ave.\nAmes United Church of Christ – 217 6th St.\nResidence – 803 Kellogg Ave.\nResidence – 918 Burnett Ave.\nAmes Tribune Building – 317 5th St.\nPotter’s Shoppe & Eatery – 330 5th St.\nThe Recipe – 412 Burnett Ave.\n\nStart at any building to join the free self-guided tour and pick up a brochure with map. Volunteers will be stationed at each location to answer questions. \nAmes History Museum is a stop on the tour and will have free admission! Thanks to Ames: A Glimpse Inside for admission sponsorship. \nBehind the counter tours of the Post Office are at 10:30 a.m.\, 12:30 p.m.\, and 2:30 p.m. \nEnjoy tasty snacks at The Recipe prepared by Chef Andy at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. (while supplies last). \nLearn more about this event. \nVolunteers are still needed for this event! Fill out the online form or contact volunteer coordinator\, Shellie Orngard. \nPresented by Glimpse Organizers\, a group of Ames citizens interested in preserving Ames’ historic resources\, and informing others about Ames’ rich history and the city’s many historic treasures. Sharon Wirth (chair)\, Jason Dietzenbach\, Alex Fejfar\, Kate Gregory\, Dévon Lewis\, and Shellie Orngard. Event partners: Ames Historic Preservation Commission\, Downtown Ames\, Ames History Museum\, Old Town Neighborhood Association\, Graphic Design Student Association\, Discover Ames Community Grant Program. \n\n\n\n\n\nSat.\, Oct. 18\, 2025 – 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/ames-a-glimpse-inside-ames-history-museum/
LOCATION:IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251003T050918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T050918Z
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SUMMARY:IPA’s Fall Poetry Workshop w/ Debra Marquart - Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:Register for IPA’s Fall Workshop\n\nJoin the Iowa Poetry Association (IPA) at Fifth Street Writers for camaraderie\, pizza and poetry! We will be gathering in-person October 18th\, Saturday in Ames at the Ames Writers Collective (612 5th St). Debra Marquart will be our critic. To register\, email your poem to ipa@iowapoetry.com by September 15\, 2025. Visit iowapoetry.org/workshops for further details.\n\nThis workshop is FREE to IPA members ($20 for non-members which will include a 1-year IPA membership).\n\nAbout Debra Marquart\nDebra is a Distinguished Professor of Liberal Arts & Sciences and teaches in the MFA Program in Creative Writing and Environment at Iowa State University\, as well as the Stonecoast Low-Residency MFA Program at University of Southern Maine. Marquart served as Iowa’s Poet Laureate and the Senior Editor of Flyway: Journal of Writing & Environment.  The author of seven books—including The Horizontal World: Growing Up Wild in the Middle of Nowhere and Small Buried Things: Poems—Marquart has been featured on NPR and the BBC and has received over 50 grants and awards including an NEA Fellowship\, a PEN USA Award\, a New York Times Editors’ Choice commendation\, and Elle Magazine’s Elle Lettres Award.  In 2021\, Marquart was awarded a Poets Laureate Fellowship from the Academy of American Poets. Her most recent books are The Night We Landed on the Moon: Essays Between Exile & Belonging (2021) and a poetry collection\, Gratitude with Dogs Under Stars: New & Collected Poems (2023).  For more information: debramarquart.com
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/ipas-fall-poetry-workshop-w-debra-marquart-ames-writers-collective/
LOCATION:Ames Writers Collective / Fifth Street Writers\, 612 5th St\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Writers Collective":MAILTO:ana@ameswriterscollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251015T023445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T023722Z
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SUMMARY:Cyclone Cinema: 28 Years Later -  ISU Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:It’s been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped from a biological weapons laboratory. Still living in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine\, some have found ways to exist amid the infected. One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single\, heavily defended causeway. When one of them decides to venture into the dark heart of the mainland\, he soon discovers a mutation that has spread to not only the infected\, but other survivors as well. \nAll Cyclone Cinema showings start at 7:00 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-28-years-later-isu-student-union-board/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Carver Hall\, Room 0101\, 411 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA 50011\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T220000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20250920T195253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T195253Z
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SUMMARY:iLuminate - Stephens Auditorium
DESCRIPTION:iLuminate – Fri.\, Oct. 17 at 6:30 p.m. | Tickets start at $28 \nFrom the moment the lights fade to darkness\, you are transported into another world…another dimension\, where the music moves you and the visuals are unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Welcome to the world of iLuminate\, named “Best New Act in America” by America’s Got Talent in 2011. A fantastic fusion of cutting-edge technology and dance that has been wowing the world ever since appearing on AGT over a decade ago…to performing one of Las Vegas’ top shows to this day. iLuminate features a brilliant cast of the country’s top dancers performing to energetic music – including top Pop and Rock hits from the 70s\, 80s\, and 90s\, a little jazz\, a little Latin\, a little hip hop and more. The dancers are outfitted with customized LED suits synced to iLuminate’s proprietary software to create extraordinary lighting effects with each of the phenomenally choreographed dance moves. This mind-blowing\, multi-sensory experience is completely unique and incomparable to any other stage spectacular as the dancers perform dynamic routines and illusions on a darkened stage. As the show progresses\, each scene creates a new “room” inside “Club iLuminate” where an exhilarating blend of music\, dance\, illusion\, technology and comedy comes to life for an experience that’s sure to be the most fun you’ll ever have in the dark.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/iluminate-stephens-auditorium/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephens Auditorium":MAILTO:iscinfo@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251004T030235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T030235Z
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SUMMARY:History Happy Hour\, "Witchcraft and Skepticism: Salem and Beyond" - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join in a spooky evening at the museum! Dive into the history of witchcraft with Dr. Michael Bailey\, sip on two themed drinks\, and enjoy exclusive after-hours exhibit viewing. This event is for ages 21+. Advance reservations required. \nThis History Happy Hour reservation is for 6:30 – 8 p.m. Doors open at 6:20 p.m. – check in at the welcome desk (be ready to show your valid ID). The history talk will begin at 6:45 p.m.\, with time after to view the gallery and explore the museum. \nHistory Talk – “Witchcraft and Skepticism: Salem and Beyond” Speaker: Dr. Michael D. Bailey\, Professor of History and Distinguished Professor in Liberal Arts and Sciences\, Iowa State University: Dr. Bailey will discuss the famous witch hunt in Salem\, Massachusetts\, in 1692\, the largest witch hunt ever to take place in North America. This will be compared to a much more restrained\, and in many ways more typical\, witch hunt that also took place in New England in 1692. Learn how\, even in a society that believed in witchcraft\, and which was capable of conducting terrible witch hunts\, there could also be considerable restraint and skepticism. Dr. Bailey is a historian of the European Middle Ages\, whose research focuses on late medieval religious history\, particularly the history of magic\, witchcraft\, and superstition\, as well as heresy and religious reform. \nEach attendee will receive two drink tickets. Drink options include: Bloody Bellini – cherry and champagne\, Alluvial Brewing Nolanbrau Oktoberfest and Under the Blood Moon Punch (non-alcoholic) – grape juice\, fruit punch\, lemon-lime soda\, blackberries \nThere are two time slots available for this event: 5 – 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 – 8 p.m. Please double-check which time slot you are purchasing tickets for on the ticket purchase page.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/history-happy-hour-witchcraft-and-skepticism-salem-and-beyond-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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T183000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251004T025930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251004T030613Z
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SUMMARY:History Happy Hour\, "Witchcraft and Skepticism: Salem and Beyond" - Ames History Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join in a spooky evening at the museum! Dive into the history of witchcraft with Dr. Michael Bailey\, sip on two themed drinks\, and enjoy exclusive after-hours exhibit viewing. This event is for ages 21+. Advance reservations required. \nThis History Happy Hour reservation is for 5 – 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:50 p.m. – check in at the welcome desk (be ready to show your valid ID). The history talk will begin at 5:15 p.m.\, with time after to view the gallery and explore the museum. \nHistory Talk – “Witchcraft and Skepticism: Salem and Beyond” Speaker: Dr. Michael D. Bailey\, Professor of History and Distinguished Professor in Liberal Arts and Sciences\, Iowa State University: Dr. Bailey will discuss the famous witch hunt in Salem\, Massachusetts\, in 1692\, the largest witch hunt ever to take place in North America. This will be compared to a much more restrained\, and in many ways more typical\, witch hunt that also took place in New England in 1692. Learn how\, even in a society that believed in witchcraft\, and which was capable of conducting terrible witch hunts\, there could also be considerable restraint and skepticism. Dr. Bailey is a historian of the European Middle Ages\, whose research focuses on late medieval religious history\, particularly the history of magic\, witchcraft\, and superstition\, as well as heresy and religious reform. \nEach attendee will receive two drink tickets. Drink options include: Bloody Bellini – cherry and champagne\, Alluvial Brewing Nolanbrau Oktoberfest and Under the Blood Moon Punch (non-alcoholic) – grape juice\, fruit punch\, lemon-lime soda\, blackberries \nThere are two time slots available for this event: 5 – 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 – 8 p.m. Please double-check which time slot you are purchasing tickets for on the ticket purchase page.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/history-happy-hour-witchcraft-and-skepticism-salem-and-beyond-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:20251016T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T220000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251015T022322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T022322Z
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SUMMARY:Christina Mariani - SUB Comedy Night
DESCRIPTION:Cristina Mariani is a quickly rising stand-up comedian w/ a quirky\, dark sense of humor. She has opened for comedians including Tom Segura\, Harland Williams\, Christina Pazsitzky\, Ari Shaffir\, Fahim Anwar\, & Jessie Mae Peluso\, her startup videos have garnered millions of views online\, and she can also be seen on First Date Live w/ Lauren Compton and Funny Uber Rides. \nThis event is FREE and open to everyone! Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for the 8 p.m. show.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/christina-mariani-sub-comedy-night/
LOCATION:ISU Memorial Union-Maintenance Shop\, 2229 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20250922T194802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T195248Z
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SUMMARY:Guest Artist: Molly Fillmore
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with pianist Jodi Goble\, this recital features songs from Molly Fillmore’s soon-to-be-released Regency-era English song album on the PARMA record label (which also features ISU’s Shelby van Nordstrand). The recital includes opera arias and additional art songs. Ms. Fillmore will be joined by Shelby VanNordstrand\, soprano\, and Samantha Schmitz\, mezzo-soprano\, for select numbers. \nMolly Fillmore is Professor of Voice and Chair of the Division of Vocal Studies at the University of North Texas College of Music. Career highlights include singing Helmwige in Der Ring Der Nibelungen\, a principal role in Satyagraha by Phillip Glass\, all at The Metropolitan Opera\, and Salome at the San Francisco Opera. Fillmore has enjoyed an international career in both mezzo-soprano and dramatic soprano repertoire\, including five seasons as the principal soloist in the ensemble of Oper Der Stadt Köln. You can hear her on numerous recordings\, including “Bold Beauty – Songs of Juliana Hall” and Die Walküre (The Metropolitan Opera). \nThis concert will have a livestream.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/guest-artist-molly-fillmore/
LOCATION:Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall\, ISU\, 300 Union Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260621T175719
CREATED:20251015T023445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T023722Z
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SUMMARY:Cyclone Cinema: 28 Years Later -  ISU Student Union Board
DESCRIPTION:It’s been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped from a biological weapons laboratory. Still living in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine\, some have found ways to exist amid the infected. One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single\, heavily defended causeway. When one of them decides to venture into the dark heart of the mainland\, he soon discovers a mutation that has spread to not only the infected\, but other survivors as well. \nAll Cyclone Cinema showings start at 7:00 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-28-years-later-isu-student-union-board/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Carver Hall\, Room 0101\, 411 Morrill Rd\, Ames\, IA 50011\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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