Paintings by Ed Buckingham, will be on display at the Green Hills Art Gallery until Tuesday, February 11. Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sat, Sun, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. An informal "Conversation with Ed" reception will be held on Mon., January 13, at 3:30 p.m. in the Green Hills Community […]
Bright colors, electric, dream-like, expressive – and that is just a start in describing the work of Daniel Marks. The local acrylic painter has been creating his amazing works for over 30 years. Come see select works currently featured on the south wall of the Mary Greeley Medical Center Art Gallery and running through March […]
Paintings by Ed Buckingham, will be on display at the Green Hills Art Gallery until Tuesday, February 11. Hours: Mon. - Fri., 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sat, Sun, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. An informal "Conversation with Ed" reception will be held on Mon., January 13, at 3:30 p.m. in the Green Hills Community […]
Watercolor Painting, Ages 18 + Skill Level: Beginning - Intermediate Tuesdays, 1 - 4 p.m. Jan. 14 - Feb. 11 (5 weeks) $135 Learn and practice brush control, color mixing, 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 […]
Watercolor Painting, Ages 18 + Skill Level: Beginning - Intermediate Tuesdays, 6 - 9 p.m. Jan. 14 - Feb. 11 (5 weeks) $135 Learn and practice brush control, color mixing, 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 […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
Auditions for the April performance of Dearly Departed will be Sun. - Mon., Jan. 26 and 27 at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.. You will be asked to read from the script. The show requires physical humor and some singing. Casting 6 men and 8 women of all ages in a variety of […]
Extend your human senses using technology to "see the world" from a distance! Visit Reiman Gardens for an exciting three-part mini-series where you'll explore the fascinating world of remote sensing and its power in understanding our environment. Whether you're a curious student (14+) or an adult passionate about nature and technology, this program is perfect […]
The next Gathering of Artists, hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council, will be held on Tues., Jan. 28 from 6 - 8 p.m. Join us at the Gallery in the Round in the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames (1015 Hyland Ave., Ames) to enjoy the work of artist Mindy Buyck. Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to the […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
Join the Ames Writers Collective at Fifth Street Writers (612 5th St.) on the 1st Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon. Join other writers to work on your individual projects in a shared space. What’s an Open Write? Bring your laptop or whatever you write with to work on your creative writing […]
What: Harvest Festivals of India Where: Oakwood Church (CityChurch of Ames-Des Moines), 2400 Oakwood Rd., Ames When: Sat., Feb. 1, noon - 3 p.m. RSVP Here: Event Registration This event includes cultural activities and lunch. Please come dressed in traditional attire. Members: Free | Non-members: $10 per ticket (Pay to Venmo ID: @Anuj-Sharma-19 or at the […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
Kids can explore different types of art each week in this after-school series. Tuesdays beginning February 4, 4:30 – 6:00 PM for 4 weeks Does your child enjoy the arts? Drop them off at the Gardens for four evenings of creativity and fun! Each week we’ll focus on developing different skills that they can continue […]
Date & Time: Tuesdays, Feb. 4 - 25, 2025 (4 weeks); 9:15 - 10 a.m. each week Location: Octagon Center for the Arts 427 Douglas Ave Ames, IA 50010 Hunziker Studio Octagon Center for the Arts, Ames, IA Instructor: Beth Weninger Description: Exploring Art, ages 18 months - 3 years with an adult partner. Children […]
ISU Theatre and Orchesis I Present Co-produced by Orchesis I and ISU Theatre Orchesis I Dance Company, from Iowa State University, produces this annual modern dance performance. General admission. Adults $12; Students $10 Show dates: Feb 7, 7:30 p.m., Feb 8, 7:30 p.m.
Experience Iowa State's beautiful dance performance Orchesis I Dance Company presents Barjché 2025 Entanglement, a labyrinth of shared space. Experience the expressive beauty of Iowa State’s annual modern dance performance with dances by students, guests and faculty as they explore stories past and present.
Orchid Fest returns for its two day show! Orchids are symbols of love, beauty, and luxury. Their blooms convey feelings of elegance, and tranquility. The Iowa Orchid Society joins Reiman Gardens to create a great display and sale of exotic orchids in a variety of species and colors during the annual Orchid Fest. This year's […]
Don't miss this delicious opportunity! Indulge in a unique experience of decadent chocolate confections perfectly paired with a flight of garden-inspired mocktails. You won't want to miss this opportunity to sip and savor this season's flavors! Tickets General Public Adults $12 General Public Seniors $11 Member Adults FREE ISU Students FREE
This concert features two outstanding high school honor bands as part of the 49th annual Cyclone Honor Band Festival. Two superb guest conductors, Dr. Wesley Broadnax and Mrs. Linda Huck, lead select area high school musicians. Admission is $10 general admission or $5 for children 18 and under, ISU students, and seniors ages 65 and […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
The Workspace at the Iowa State Memorial Union has loads of new classes and events as you move into your fall routine. Drop-in Crafts and Paint Your Own Pottery can be done in the studio, or if you’d like to take an art kit to go that option is available. Our hours are Mon. - […]
On Thurs., Feb. 13, from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m., newcomers and past performers alike are invited to Northminster Presbyterian Church (1416 20th St., Ames) to learn about the 29th Annual Senior Variety Show, “Catch a Radio Wave!” Refreshments will be served. All potential Story County performers over age 60 and other curious supporters of the […]
Join us for a special maker night! Thursday, February 13, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Bring a friend or a whole group and celebrate Palentine’s Day with alcohol ink and fire! Use colorful inks to decorate a plain white mug, then dry and seal your creation. Fire is optional.
It's Time for Dancing with the Stars! Straight from Hollywood, See Dancing with the Stars, Live! See the glitz, glam and breathtaking performances of America’s favorite dance show in a city near you with this ALL-NEW SHOW starring your favorite pros Emma Slater, Alan Bersten, Brandon Armstrong, Britt Stewart, Daniella Karagach, Gleb Savchenko, Pasha Pashkov, […]
Participants in ISU's Honor Percussion Festival present a concert on Sun., Feb.16 at 4:30 pm in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall. The concert is free and open to the public. There will be a livestream.
A New Musical About Young John Lewis Jayden is stuck in detention with a book about Congressman John Lewis, but he thinks that history has nothing to teach him. Together we go on a musical journey through the decades that shows how the heroes in the Civil Rights movement inspired John Lewis to protest injustice […]
The ISU Trumpet Studio presents its first concert of the semester on Wed., Feb. 19, at 7:30 pm in Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall in the Simon Estes Music Hall on the ISU campus. The concert is free and open to the public. This event will also be live-streamed.
Annual Lecture Series Adventures Along the Historic Lincoln Highway in Iowa Attend in person: Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave. Attend online: Register for the Zoom link Free and open to the public Speaker: Darcy Maulsby, Iowa journalist and historian Nothing says freedom like the great American road trip, especially when you cruise the historic Lincoln […]
The Iowa State University Jazz Ensembles and various student-led combos are vibrant and dynamic groups that bring the timeless art of jazz to life. Comprised of exceptionally talented student musicians, these ensembles showcase their improvisational skills, tight rhythms, and soulful expressions. With a diverse repertoire ranging from classic standards to contemporary jazz compositions, they captivate audiences with their […]
Friday, February 28 from 5-7 pm in the Memorial Union’s Maintenance Shop for ISU MUSIC AND THEATRE's first FRIDAY SOIRÉE of the semester takes place Fri., Feb. 28 from 5 - 7 pm in the Memorial Union's Maintenance Shop. A soiree is "an evening gathering for conversation, performance, and music.” Join Music and Theatre faculty, […]
Come “Around the World in Song” as the Ames Choral Society holds its 2025 Cabaret shows on Fri., Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. and Sat., Mar. 1 at 3 p.m. The performances will take place at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 209 Colorado Ave., Ames. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for youth ages 5-12, and free […]
The Iowa State University Symphonic Band is a talented and esteemed musical ensemble that showcases the depth and artistry of its dedicated members. Composed of accomplished musicians, the band explores a diverse repertoire of musical styles, ranging from classical to contemporary compositions. Under the direction of skilled conductors, the Symphonic Band delivers performances that captivate audiences with […]