2023 Live Green! Earth Month Calendar of Events
In celebration of Earth Month 2023, the Office of Sustainability has compiled a number of opportunities to be sustainably-engaged in the Ames community and beyond, during the entire month of April. These opportunities cover the three facets of sustainability -- environmental, economic and social.
Know of another event this month that we haven't included? Email us at livegreen@iastate.edu so we can include it!
Facets of Sustainability Key
Throughout April April 1-7 April 8-14 April 15-21 April 22-28 April 29-30
All locations are assumed on Iowa State University campus or in Ames, unless designated otherwise within location information. All events are assumed to be free of cost unless noted otherwise.
Throughout April
Communications: Digital Volunteer
Hosted by: American Red Cross
Location and Time: Virtual, ongoing
Red Cross Digital Volunteers use their social media skill set to help maintain and amplify the Red Cross message, as well as help community members, on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Digital Volunteers may be trained to help with tasks like social care, social monitoring and content creation, and they may be asked to post from personal or regional social media accounts.
Food Pantry/Family Development Assistance
Hosted by: Mid-Iowa Community Action
Location and Time: Ongoing, 1 hr/week, 230 SE 16th St.
Volunteers at MICA's Family Development office primarily help with the food pantry - everything from receiving and tracking donations to sorting and packing them into food boxes ready for different sized families to pick up. Some volunteers also help at the front desk with answering the phone, greeting visitors, scheduling appointments,giving out food boxes,and helping connect families with the appropriate staff person for their question. Volunteers are able to assist as their time allows!
Hosted by: Lifeserve Blood Center
Location and Time: Lifeserve Blood Center, 819 Wheeler St, Unit 1
Did you know that becoming a volunteer blood donor is one of the easiest ways to give back to your community? You can help someone fight cancer, make a surgery happen or transplant possible. Donating blood only takes about a hour of your time, and you will save up to three lives per donation!
Hosted by: Mustard Seed Community Farm
Location and Time: 366 W Ave
Mustard Seed Community Farm is looking for 2-3 volunteers to help with outside planting tasks on Tuesday or Friday afternoons. We'll prepare the beds for planting (which could entail hauling manure or compost); plant peas, spinach, potatoes, maybe trees, and digging up carrots for you to take home. If you have time to share, MSCF welcomes your help!
Hosted by: Boone Food Pantries
Location and Time: Anytime, 900 W Mamie Eisenhower, Boone
RSVP 55+ Volunteer Program has multiple shifts at two food pantries in Boone County. Volunteers play an essential part of the overall operation of food pantries. To find more information, go to the Points of Light Engage website.
The SHOP Food Pantry Volunteer
Hosted by: Students Helping Our Peers
Location and Time: Anytime, 1306 Beyer Hall, Iowa State University
As a volunteer based organization, the SHOP relies on volunteers to keep the food pantry running! As a volunteer, you will be responsible for welcoming people into SHOP, assisting SHOP users in finding items and answering questions. If items have recently been delivered to SHOP, volunteers will also assist in stocking shelves and monitoring refrigeration temperatures.
Dontations Needed for Laboratory Glass Disposal
Hosted by: Iowa State University Environmental Health and Safety and Facilities Planning and Management
Location and Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., 2408 Wanda Daley Drive, Ames
The university’s departments of Environmental Health and Safety and Facilities Planning and Management repurpose empty Tidy Cat® litter buckets (the 35 pound size) to collect glass in laboratories across campus, and more buckets are needed for the waste and recycling program. You can help by donating your empty Tidy Cats litter buckets. Visit the link for more details!
Hosted by: Food at First
Location and Time: Ongoing, 611 Clark Ave, West Entrance, Ames
Each and every volunteer is important in helping Food at First serve this community! The most important ingredient is YOU!
Hosted by: ISU Dining
Location and Time: Ongoing
We are looking for local, civic, community, school, campus student groups, and other non-profit organizations who would like to fundraise for their organizations. Expected duties might include serving meals, dining room service, dishwashing, and miscellaneous cleaning duties! Over the past year student fundraising groups have helped at the Bakery, Seasons Dining and Union Drive Marketplace!
April 1, Saturday
Livestock Quiz Bowl and Skillathon
Hosted by: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Location and Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Kildee Hall, 806 Stange Road
Attend the Livestock Quiz Bowl and Skillathon to watch 4th-12th graders test their knowledge of beef, sheep, swine, and meat goats.The winning senior team will represent Iowa at the National 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl Competition in Louisville, KY during the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE).
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Three Indigenous women -- an artist, an activist and a politician -- work to vindicate and honor female relatives who are missing or were murdered.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., and 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Twenty-four teenage girls participate in an Outward Bound wilderness school course in 1965, living for one month in the woods of Minnesota and Canada.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Modern women in China are drawn together by the once-secret written language of Nushu, the only script designed and used exclusively by women.
Hosted by: Dog-Eared Books and ISU’s Creative Writing & Environment MFA program
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m, Dog-Eared Books, 203 Main Street
Struggling with dialogue? Fascinated by worldbuilding or wondering how your favorite author makes such relatable characters? At the Writers Lab, you can explore these questions and more! During each meeting, a new host will help us target a specific element of creative writing such as word choice, idea generation, or pacing.
Hosted by: Cooks’ Emporium
Location and Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m., Cooks' Emporium, 313 Main Street
Join Patrick with a warm cup of Joe as he highlights the skills, tips and tricks for making the perfect eggs in a multitude of ways. From a delectable Quiche, to an amazing scramble, and even the classics like fried and poached. Cost: $50 online registration required.
"Disclosure" Film & Discussion: Transgender Day Of Visibility
Hosted by: Ames Public Library and Ames Pride
Location and Time: 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 515 Douglas Avenue
Join Ames Pride and the Ames Public Library for a viewing of the film Disclosure: Trans Lives on Screen, a documentary about how real transgender people's lives and experiences are portrayed in movies and television. The showing will be followed by discussion with prompts provided by the creators of the film.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library and Iowa State University Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication
Location and Time: All Day, Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Avenue
In celebration of First Amendment Days, the Library will have five exhibits scattered throughout the facility. Each exhibit explores one of the five freedoms enshrined in the First Amendment. Visit all five and earn a prize!
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Get expert guidance on setting up and maintaining a vegetable garden, as well as help choosing varieties and proper handling when it comes to harvesting for food or donation. Attendees will also get a special behind-the-scenes tour of our vegetable garden spaces. Cost: $20 members/$27 non-members/$17 ISU Students
Hosted by: Mustard Seed Community Farm
Location and Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Harvest Vineyard Church, 320 S 17th Street
Join an evening of food, friendship, and fun! Mustard Seed will provide soup and bread, and you can bring a side or dessert to share at the potluck meal if you would like. Enjoy live music, dancing, bingo, and a craft sale to raise money for upgrades to the farm's water system.
Hosted by: ISU Theatre
Location and Time: 7:30 p.m., Fisher Theater, Scheman Building, 1805 Center Drive
"She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister's refuge. Contains adult language. Cost: $20 / free for ISU students
Hosted by: Iowa Department of Natural Resources (Iowa DNR)
Location and Time: 12:00 - 12:30 p.m., Ada Hayden Heritage Park, 5205 Grand
The Iowa DNR fisheries will be stocking approximately 2,000 rainbow trout in the north lake of Ada Hayden Heritage Park. The stocking of trout at Ada Hayden Heritage Park has been taking place for more than 10 years, and the goal of the stocking is to provide opportunities for individuals to catch trout who may not have the opportunity to travel to northeast Iowa to discover trout fishing. More information regarding State of Iowa fishing regulations is available at www.iowadnr.gov/trout.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Garden Smart - Gardens That Date to the 1700s and 1800s
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
April 2, Sunday
Composition and Production of Glass Through the Ages
Hosted by: Brunnier Art Museum
Location and Time: 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., Brunnier Art Museum, 290 Scheman Building
John Hill, ISU professor emeritus of physics and a Quester, will discuss naturally produced glass followed by an examination of glass making from prehistoric times until the modern era. The emphasis will be on the various chemicals and minerals used to enhance the mechanical and visual properties of glass.This program includes a reception.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Three Indigenous women -- an artist, an activist and a politician -- work to vindicate and honor female relatives who are missing or were murdered.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Three women take on local political networks in a bid to reshape politics leading up to the 2018 midterm elections in the Midwest.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Child brides in South Sudan; keeping children on track in the Philippines; finding space for solar panels; saving Indigenous languages with song.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., Ames Public Library 515 Douglas Avenue
Visit Proud Place Ames, a safe space for LGBTQIA+ teens to share common experiences, hang out, craft, and learn together. All welcome, no registration required.
Hosted by: ISU Theatre
Location and Time: 7:30 p.m., Fisher Theater, Scheman Building, 1805 Center Drive
"She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly's Dungeons and Dragons notebook, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister's refuge. Contains adult language. Cost: $20 / free for ISU students
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Garden Smart - Gardens That Date to the 1700s and 1800s
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:30 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:30 a.m. on the World Channel
Host Gary Kamiya takes a look at San Francisco's transit, from cable cars of the 19th century to the effort to introduce a city-owned transit authority, and the link between transit and the lives of the city's inhabitants.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Host Tyler Leech, a member of Iowa's community of people with autism, guides viewers through all 12 stories from the original Iowa PBS web series.
April 3, Monday
Needle-Felted Butterfly Workshops
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 2:00 - 4:30 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Learn the art of needle-felting and create a beautiful butterfly! Visit the Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing and observe different species for inspiration, then create your own! Step-by-step techniques and creative guidance will be provided. Registration includes a toolkit to continue felting at home. Cost: $66 members/$88 general public/$56 ISU students
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Three Indigenous women -- an artist, an activist and a politician -- work to vindicate and honor female relatives who are missing or were murdered.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Gain basic skills and understanding in metalworking by learning the steps of cutting and bending and welding sheet metal into a metal box. This session is preparation for the Boeing Advanced Fabrication & Assembly makerspace!
Monday Monologues: Stormettes Dance Line
Hosted by: Parks Library
Location and Time: 12:15 p.m., Parks Library Steps, 701 Morrill Road
Promoting team endurance and body-positivity, the Stormettes Dance LIne will perform different dance styles including the majorette, heels and hip-hop styles. This team, open to Iowa State students with varying levels of dance experience, serves the Iowa State, Ames and Des Moines communities through performances and workshops.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Online or In Person, 515 Douglas Avenue, Ames
Fresh Conversations is a free nutrition education program designed to support healthy aging and independence, especially for Iowans aged 60 and older. Join us and discuss current nutrition and health topics, taste low-cost healthy recipes, and discover new ways to stay active and independent.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Four California native co-creators of the Groundworks project and their contemporary ways of sharing traditional knowledge.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Can You Bring It: Bill T. Jones D-Man in the Waters 
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7 p.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
April 4, Tuesday
Black Hair and Storytelling as a Form of Social Activism
Hosted by: Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., Sun Room, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Award-winning filmmaker, photographer, author, and activist, St. Clair Detrick-Jules, captures personal stories and intimate moments centering Black liberation, immigrant justice, and women's rights.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Television, 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Child brides in South Sudan; keeping children on track in the Philippines; finding space for solar panels; saving Indigenous languages with song.
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Come have a ball at Reiman Gardens with your canine best friend! Visitors to Reiman Gardens are welcome to bring their dogs for a walk on our beautiful grounds, every Tuesday in April. Bring your family and furry friends for a fun, casual, new experience and watch our grounds turn greener throughout the month. Cost: $5 for each dog/members and ISU students free/non-members general admission
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn the process of podcasting, including the basics of equipment set-up, recording techniques and editing software. Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Do you have a story to tell, topics to discuss or fascinations you want to share with the world?
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 1211, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn the initial steps of how the wood lathe functions and get your first feel operating the equipment. This 2-hour demo supplies an introduction to operating the Baileigh Wood Lathe in our makerspace.
Our Common Ground: Why America’s Public Lands Are a Political and Conservation Success Story.
Hosted by: Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative, University of Iowa
Location and Time: 12:45 - 1:45 p.m. Livestream via Zoom
Join the discussion as author and professor John Leshy reviews his new book, Our Common Ground: A History of America’s Public Lands, highlighting the main themes of history and lessons for dealing with contemporary challenges like climate change, biodiversity loss, and the dramatic increase in visitation. Registration requested.
Hosted by: Cooks’ Emporium
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Cooks' Emporium, 313 Main Street
In this hands-on class, you'll learn everything you need to start slicing, dicing, mincing, and julienning like a pro! Knife selection, care and sharpening, and other basic skills will all be covered. Must be 14 years or older to attend. New for 2023: BYOK! You can bring your chef's knife to get sharpened 30 minutes prior to start of the class and use it, receive 10% off a chef's knife or santoku purchase prior to class for use during class, or borrow a chef's knife from our collection. Cost: $50 online registration required.
Hosted by: Iowa State University Foundation
Location and Time: Noon kick-off for 24-hour event, Online
Join fellow Cyclones around the globe in celebrating Iowa State University's second annual 24-hour virtual day of giving, Forever True Day. Fill your social media with Cyclone Power on #ForeverTrueDay and leading up to the event. Participate in the online fun and share your passion for the cardinal and gold. Challenges, matches and special prizes will be announced throughout the event.
Hosted by: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Location and Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Online
Review basic credit principles with a focus on reducing the cost and risk of borrowing. Discover ways to build or maintain a good credit history and credit score, monitor your debt levels to avoid excessive indebtedness, and learn about tools/strategies to reduce credit costs. Review credit protections under the law and resources for assistance when needed. Registration requested.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Four California native co-creators of the Groundworks project and their contemporary ways of sharing traditional knowledge.
American Experience - The Sun Queen 
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Biophysicist and inventor Mária Telkes, designer of the first successfully solar-heated modern residence, held more than 20 patents at the time of her death in 1995.
April 5, Wednesday
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Psychiatrist Kenneth Rosenberg visits emergency rooms, jails, and homeless camps, to investigate the national health crisis of mental illness.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:30 p.m. on the World Channel
Young musicians in a youth orchestra in Venezuela's Las Brisas district strive for a better life through classical music.
Symposium and Exhibit: Ending Homelessness
Hosted by: Iowa State University Department of Community and Regional Planning
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens, Speer Room, 1407 University Boulevard
Join the half-day event, "We Are All in This Together: Building a Community-First Approach to Ending Homelessness in Central Iowa," featuring keynote speakers and a student exhibition highlighting approaches to housing the unsheltered and insecurely housed individuals and families in our communities. Registration requested.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Gain basic skills and understanding gained in this workshop will provide your first steps into milling wood in the Boeing Advanced Fabrication & Assembly makerspace. Bring your finished wood back for the laser engraving workshop in Makerspace 2222.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m, 0140 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the basics of photography, including the exposure triangle of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO as well as some basics about focus, depth of field, white balance, and lenses. Bring your own camera or use one provided for the class.
Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps – Korean BBQ
Hosted by: Cooks’ Emporium
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Cooks' Emporium, 313 Main Street
Learn about the tasty world of Korean BBQ with this popular classic that’s revered around the world! How to make lettuce wraps with the grilled meat and veggies, will be demonstrated. Cost: $55 online registration required.
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Hosted by: Cambridge Memorial Library
Location and Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., Cambridge Memorial Library, 225 Water Street, Cambridge
Attend the Cambridge Memorial Library to experience a STEM lesson during the after school library program. This allows students to learn more about STEM in their community and outside the classroom.
Preserve the Taste of Summer 101
Hosted by: ISU Extension and Outreach
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., ISU Extension and Outreach - Boone County Office, 1327 SE Marshall Street, Boone, Iowa
Preserve the summer freshness through your garden produce. Learn how to can, freeze, and dry foods safely at home. An introductory course and four hands-on workshops offer you the opportunity to learn safe food preservation techniques. Registration required.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Resume and Job Application Drop-In Session
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m., 515 Douglas Avenue, Ames
Drop in service for individuals looking to improve their resumes and learn how to effectively complete job applications. Just in time for youth and young adults ages 14-24 to prepare for the GetAJob career fair on Saturday, April 15th!
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendors of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world.
Life From Above - Moving Planet
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10 p.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Insight into planet Earth through satellite photography from space, as well as vantage points from helicopters and cameras on the ground.
April 6, Thursday
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Join Illustrator Kelsey Wilson for this four week drawing series taking inspiration from all the Gardens have to offer. Cost: $96 members/ $128 general public/ $82 ISU students. Preregistration required.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:30 a.m. on the World Channel
Young musicians in a youth orchestra in Venezuela's Las Brisas district strive for a better life through classical music.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 2260 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Come play and storm in the studio. A studio is a room where chaos and order co-exist. A studio is also a place of learning, of discovery and boundless exploration. A place of directed interaction, feedback and rehearsal, where people take responsibility for their learning journey by actively engaging with their creative activities of imagination and making | sense | meaning.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the skill of Letterpress.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., 2261 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Experience the Primo Ceschia Family Digital Modeling and Visualization Laboratory virtual and augmented reality resources for all Iowa State University students, faculty, and staff.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Explore this 2-hour demo providing an introduction to operating the Kent CNC Mill. Learn about the moving parts and components of the equipment and check out tutorials that step through operating basics.
Hosted by: Cooks’ Emporium
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Cooks' Emporium, 313 Main Street
Elevate your poultry culinary skills with this delicious and flavorful dish from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine! Learn how to perfect the rich and nutty flavors of this staple meal! Cost: $55 online registration required.
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild Our Communities - Hannah Lewis
Hosted by: College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Committee on Lectures
Location and Time: 5:30 p.m., 3580 Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Explore with the author of Mini-Forest Revolution: Using the Miyawaki Method to Rapidly Rewild the World.
Poetry Palooza: Iowa Poetry Association Poetry Slam Finals
Hosted by: Poetry and Poets
Location and Time: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m., Franklin Jr. High Event Center Auditorium, 4801 Franklin Ave, Des Moines
Come and enjoy the beautiful poetry from finalists in the poetry slam qualifying rounds! This event will feature Akwi Nji and have welcoming remarks made by Rep. Ako Abdul-Samad.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Cost: $20 non-member / $17 member
OWLS (Older Wiser Livelier Souls): African Wildlife Adventure
Hosted by: Story County Conservation
Location and Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., Conservation Center, 56461 180th Street
Explore the wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania, and South Africa with photos taken by Jim and Cindy Pease and get a feel for the many grazers in this grassland system, their predators, scavengers, and their roles in the balance of African wild life. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. for coffee/tea and chatting.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Community And Family Resources
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend Community and Family Resources and become acquainted with staff available in the Library to provide information about addiction, substance abuse treatment, problem gambling treatment, and mental health therapy.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Community Conversation About Mental Health
Hosted by: City of Ames
Location and Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 515 Douglas Avenue
Join the community presentation, “Civility in Conversations.” This event is intended to be an interactive presentation exploring the importance of civility and civil discourse in addressing the challenges of mental health issues we face both from an individual perspective as well as public engagement. Scott Raecker, Executive Director of The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University, is the featured speaker.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
April 7, Friday
Poetry Palooza: Interactive Poetry Events
Hosted by: Poetry and Poets
Location and Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m, Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines
Enjoy various interactive poetry events with South Dakota Poet Laureate Christine Stewart-Nunez and Mainframe Artist Julia Franklin. Part of Poetry Palooza.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio through an introduction to the post-production process of video editing. Learn basic video editing practices and experience enhancing a video, including color grading, adding graphics and effects.
Poetry Palooza: Guest Poets Performance
Hosted by: Poetry and Poets
Location and Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m, Mainframe Studios Big Room, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines
Hear special performances by guest speakers such as Midwest Poets Laureate Deb Marquart, Christine Stewart-Nunez, Matt Mason, and Caryn Mirriam-Goldberg plus Akwi Nji and Caleb Rainey. Part of Poetry Palooza.
Poetry Palooza: Open Mic Night
Hosted by: Poetry and Poets
Location and Time: 9:00 - 10:00 p.m, Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines
Take part in the open mic night! A chance for you to spread your work as well as hear work from other people in the community. Part of Poetry Palooza and open to the public.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street,Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Cost: $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Ames Chamber of Commerce
Location and Time: 7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Gateway Hotel & Conference Center, 2100 Green Hills Drive
Join Bill Northey, CEO of Agribusiness Association of Iowa, as our keynote speaker. Cost: $30 members/ $40 non-members
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Community First - A Home for the Homeless
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m., on the World Channel
The lives of six members of the Norfolk Street Choir, a choral group comprised of Hampton Roads residents who are affected by homelessness.
City Voices: Homelessness to Hopefulness
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m., on the World Channel
Community First! Village, a 27-acre development in Austin, Texas, provides affordable, permanent housing for the homeless.
People of the North – Finnmark Plateau (Alta)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:30 p.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
People of the North – Treasures from the Barents Sea (Kjollefjord)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:30 p.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
April 8, Saturday
Hosted by: Poetry and Poets
Location and Time: 8:30 - 10:00 a.m and 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m, Mainframe Studios, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines
Attend Poetry Palooza and have the chance to participate in your choice of workshops put on by guest poets, including The Fragmentary Imagination: Exploring Lyric Writing, led by Deb Marquart.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Young musicians in a youth orchestra in Venezuela's Las Brisas district strive for a better life through classical music.
Enchanted Dish Gardening Workshop
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Create your very own miniature garden for gnomes, fairies, or other nature sprites, using miniature plants, mosses and stones - and learn planting & design techniques, care and maintenance. Cost (per group): $45 members and ISU students/ $60 general public
Fee includes pot, soil, moss, rocks, and a small selection of plants to get started.
Preregistration with prepayment is required by Thursday, April 6.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Poetry Palooza: Panel Lunch: Deepening the Poetry Community
Hosted by: Poetry and Poets
Location and Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m, Mainframe Studios Big Room, 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines
Attend a lunch panel discussion about deepening the poetry community. This event will be led by Deb Marquart with Matt Mason, Caleb Rainey, Ana McCracken (Ames Writer's Collective), and Dawn Terpstra (Iowa Poetry Association). Part of Poetry Palooza.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Cost: $20 non-member / $17 member
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
People of the North – Finnmark Plateau (Alta)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9:30 a.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
People of the North – Treasures from the Barents Sea (Kjollefjord)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:30 a.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
People of the North – Faeroerne Islands
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
Connected: A Search for Unity - The New World 
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6 p.m. on the World Channel
Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, travels across the U.S. and Canada talking with people about their unique perspectives on life, culture, the environment, politics, immigration and social media.
April 9, Sunday
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Television, 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Child brides in South Sudan; keeping children on track in the Philippines; finding space for solar panels; saving Indigenous languages with song.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Cost: $20 non-member / $17 member
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
People of the North – Finnmark Plateau (Alta)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
People of the North – Treasures from the Barents Sea (Kjollefjord)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 and 8:30 p.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
People of the North – Faeroerne Islands
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 3:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
Managing Risk in a Changing Climate
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 5 p.m. on the World Channel
Leaders come together to create an action plan to fight climate impacts from storms and rising sea levels along the Louisiana coast; narrator Peter Coyote.
April 10, Monday
The Neurobiological Basis of Trauma-Informed Care - Dr. Jennifer Rosinia
Hosted by: Human Development and Family Studies, Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., Campanile Room, Memorial Union
Experience shapes the architecture of the brain and informs behavior. The effects of traumatic experiences on young children are well documented and sobering. By understanding the neurobiological basis of trauma, early childhood professionals will be uniquely positioned to provide trauma-informed care that is developmentally appropriate and fosters resilience. Understanding the emotional regulation and stress response systems provides an evidence base for trauma informed care. Recent research findings have demonstrated that it is essential for young children to have a consistent, predictable, and nurturing care provider who can help protect them from adverse experiences. That person might be you!
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
The Wonderful World of Simple Machines
Hosted by: Iowa State Center - Youth Matinee Series
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., Stephens Auditorium
This lively, hands-on introduction to the scientific principles and properties of simple machines will provide students an unforgettable close encounter with levers, inclined planes, screws, wedges, pulleys, and the wheel and axle. The antics of the actors and audience participation (with help from a special guest) will bring the concepts of simple machines alive for your students in a way no other encounter will. This acclaimed show is sure to educate as well as entertain. Cost: 5$
Hosted by: Story County Conservation
Location and Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., Nevada Public Library, 613 K Avenue, Nevada
Inviting wildlife into your yard can be a rewarding experience for you, and the wildlife! Come learn the why’s, and the how’s of bringing nature closer to home. This program will be presented by a naturalist from Story County Conservation. Please register on the Nevada Public Library’s web-site: https://www.nevada.lib.ia.us/programs-events
Register by April 9th.
Strategies for Effective Cover Letters
Hosted by: Academic Success Center – Sarah Chase
Location and Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., 1030 Morrill Hall, 603 Morrill Rd
This workshop will cover how you can adapt your cover letter based on the job description and your resume. We will cover suggestions for formatting and content as well as provide time for questions and interactive discussion. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
How to Utilize Your Part-Time Job in Your Job/Internship Search
Hosted by: LAS Career Services – Liz Hergert
Location and Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., 0160 Carver, 411 Morrill Rd
Part-time jobs are incredibly valuable for students, but many don’t understand the transferable skills they are gaining that can be applied to most internships and full-time jobs. Learn how to identify these skills, incorporate them into your resume and speak confidently to employers about them. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Hosted by: Student Wellness – Taline Jouzi
Location and Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., 1246 Howe Hall, 537 Bissell Rd
Understand what holistic wellness is and the eight dimensions that impact us. Learn about and explore strategies to adopt self-care into your daily routine. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Monday Monologues: Stepping Out
Hosted by: Parks Library
Location and Time: 12:15 p.m., Parks Library Steps, 701 Morrill Road
Hear a concert of joyful, light-filled music. The women’s ensembles will share sounds of summer and light, Irish reels and ballads, and contemporary favorites in close harmony. Join us for a musical mood-lifter in the middle of the day. Featuring the Cantamus, Lyrica, and Count Me In ensembles.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Vertical Harvest, a year-round urban farm in Jackson Hole, Wyo., provides employment for people with developmental disabilities.
People of the North – Finnmark Plateau (Alta)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 a.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Four California native co-creators of the Groundworks project and their contemporary ways of sharing traditional knowledge.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bakoso: Afrobeats of Cuba
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Queen Kidjo
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
April 11, Tuesday
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Come have a ball at Reiman Gardens with your canine best friend! Visitors to Reiman Gardens are welcome to bring their dogs for a walk on our beautiful grounds, every Tuesday in April. Bring your family and furry friends for a fun, casual, new experience and watch our grounds turn greener throughout the month. Cost: $5 for each dog/members and ISU students free/non-members general admission
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday, 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn the process of podcasting, including the basics of equipment set-up, recording techniques and editing software. Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Do you have a story to tell, topics to discuss or fascinations you want to share with the world?
Making 101: Explore Embroidery
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 2222 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn something new in 2222! Join Makerspace staff and your fellow peers in a two hour workshop where you will learn how to use the Melco Embroidery Machines. Bring in a fabric item you would like embroidered. We’ll provide the designs, but space is limited so sign up today to reserve your spot.
Fresh Cheese Making w/ Chef Benji
Hosted by: Cooks’ Emporium
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Cooks' Emporium, 313 Main Street
In this deliziosa hands-on class with Chef Benjamin DuBow from Chopped, you'll learn how to make fresh mozzarella and ricotta from scratch, as well as complimentary tapenades. After this session you'll never need to buy store-bought again! Please visit the website to pay the $65 registration fee.
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Hosted by: College of Agriculture & Life Sciences, Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., Dolezal Auditorium, 127 Curtiss Hall
Tim Glenn, executive vice president of the seed business unit at Corteva Agriscience, “Industry Perspectives and Emerging Trends in the Global Agriculture.” Glenn is an Iowa State graduate, having earned his bachelor’s degree in animal science in 1988. He is a highly experienced global leader across all facets of the agriculture industry, including seeds, crop protection, sales, marketing, integrated operations and commercial effectiveness. His personal journey in the agricultural industry has taken him across several continents and multinational companies, ultimately leading him to his current position with Corteva.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Jonie & John Fitzsimmons Study Room - 1st Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Hosted by: Office of Student Financial Success – Isaac Ehlers
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 2300 Marston Hall
Creating a budget for your college expenses is a great way to track spending and avoid overborrowing. In this workshop, learn how to maximize your student paycheck and set yourself up for success! This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Hosted by: Human Sciences Career Services
Location and Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., 0119 MacKay, 2302 Osborn Dr
Learn effective ways to identify and communicate the transferrable skills you’ve developed through leadership opportunities in your resume and interviews. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
People of the North – Treasures from the Barents Sea (Kjollefjord)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:30 p.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
Annual Hertz Lecture on Emerging Agriculture Issues
Hosted by: College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., 127 Curtiss
Animal science alumnus Tim Glenn, who serves as executive vice president of the seed business unit at Corteva Agriscience, will deliver the 2023 Carl and Marjory Hertz Lecture on Emerging Issues in Agriculture. His talk, "Industry Perspectives and Emerging Trends in the Global Agriculture," is free and open to the public.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bakoso: Afrobeats of Cuba
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Queen Kidjo
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
April 12, Wednesday
In Commemoration | Walking Tour
Hosted by: University Museums
Location and Time: Meet at Christina Peterson Art Museum, Morrill Hall, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Join Lynette Pohlman, University Museums director and chief curator, to explore the legacy of Jack Trice and Iowa State's commemorative sculptures honoring this campus icon, as well as surveying the tradition of other commemorative sculptures at Iowa State. Walking required.
Covering Faith: Facts & Fiction in the News Media
Hosted by: Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., 172 Hamilton Hall, Iowa State University
Part of First Amendment Days 2023, this event is a symposium meant to bring people of faith and local journalists together to discuss how matters of religion and spirituality are treated in modern news reporting. The event will include sessions for the faithful and reporters to hear from one another on how to help each other provide better, more contextualized news that treats faith as a core community value. Free lunch will be provided.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union
Make a cute and handy little bowl. Choose a thick felt circle with pre-made holes in a color you like, along with a handful of large beads. You will stitch the beads into the felt and cinch it at the end with strong thread and a sturdy needle. This is a fun project that is perfect for all ages and skill sets.
Making 101: Learn Laser Cutting
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 2222 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn something new in 2222! Join Makerspace staff and your fellow peers in a two hour workshop where you will learn how to use the Universal Laser Cutters. We’ll provide the designs, the wood, and it’s all free! Spacing is limited so sign up today to reserve your spot.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m, 0140 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the basics of photography! We will discuss the exposure triangle of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO as well as some basics about focus, depth of field, white balance, and lenses. If you have a camera, bring it along to the workshop. We will discuss tips and tricks to take your creative project to the next level.
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire.
The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training
Hosted by: Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m., Story Extension Office, 1421 S Bell Ave. #107
Become a certified Class Leader of the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program. Learn ways to help others take care of themselves, reduce stress, improve caregiving confidence, and establish balance in their lives as they care for others. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is designed to empower family caregivers to take better care of themselves. This is a 2-day event, and the cost is $270, which includes the $200 Powerful Tools for Caregivers licensing fee and The Caregiver Helpbook.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Maxwell Library
Location and Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., Maxwell Library, 107 Main St, Maxwell, IA
Attend the Maxwell Library to experience a STEM lesson during the afterschool library program. This allows students to learn more about STEM in their community and outside the classroom.
Utilizing Your Personality Traits in the Workplace
Hosted by: OSFA Student Employment Center – Tricia Stouder and Taylor Lelonek
Location and Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., 1226 Howe, 537 Bissell Rd
Stop by this workshop to learn how to use your specific personality traits as an advantage in the workplace. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Hosted by: Academic Success Center – Olivia Brcka
Location and Time: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., 0119 MacKay Hall, 2302 Osborn Dr
Time Management is an essential aspect of success. In this interactive workshop, participants will learn strategies on how to effectively manage their time and prioritize their tasks. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
People of the North – Treasures from the Barents Sea (Kjollefjord)
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 a.m. on the Create Channel.
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
April 13, Thursday
Hosted by: Ivy College of Business
Location and Time: By appointment only, Gerdin Business Building, 2167 Union Drive
Ivy College of Business students at Iowa State University are offering free tax preparation services, as part of the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offered through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To make an appointment, visit https://isuvita.setmore.com. Once appointments are full, the website will not allow you to select any time slots, even though you can see the time slot you desire. The actual tax preparation process may take up to two or three hours, so please plan accordingly on the day of your appointment. For more information about the VITA program at Iowa State, visit the VITA web page or contact Chris Moon at cmoon@iastate.edu or isuvita@gmail.com.
Hosted by: Greenlee School of Journallism and Communication
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., First Amendment Tent, Curtiss Lawn East, Central Campus
Enjoy FREE food, fun and festivities of the five freedoms. Festivities will include: FREE food (sausage rolls or mac and cheese plus dessert from the Mucky Duck Pub) and First Amendment Days T-shirts, while supplies last.
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Webinar: Creating Health Promoting Learning Environments on Campus
Hosted by: Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching
Location and Time: Zoom, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Since we know that optimal academic performance is intertwined with sense of belonging and well-being, what are those simple, small strategies faculty can do that help in your classroom? This space will be reserved to talk about creating health promoting academic spaces and include an open exchange of ideas to promote student wellness in your academic spaces. Participants will leave with strategies they can infuse into their work with students to promote wellbeing. Visit the link above to register for this webinar.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 2260 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
At this recess we will play and storm in the studio. A studio is a room where chaos and order co-exist. A studio is also a place of learning, of discovery and boundless exploration. A place of directed interaction, feedback and rehearsal, where people take responsibility for their learning journey by actively engaging with their creative activities of imagination and making | sense | meaning. Welcome to the Idea Storm Studio!
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., 2261 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
The Primo Ceschia Family Digital Modeling and Visualization Laboratory provides virtual and augmented reality resources to all Iowa State University students, faculty, and staff from all majors, departments, and experience levels.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the skill of Letterpress.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 2222 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
The Electronics, Textiles, & 3D Printing Makerspace is located on the second level of the Student Innovation Center in room 2222. Join Makerspace staff and your fellow peers in a two hour workshop where you will learn how to use the Dremel 3D45. We’ll provide the designs, materials, and it’s all free! Spacing is limited so sign up today to reserve your spot.
Charcuterie w/ Beth from Della Viti
Hosted by: Cooks’ Emporium
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Cooks' Emporium, 313 Main Street
See how expert Beth from Della Viti plates different cheese and wine pairings for various charcuterie boards in this educational demo. She will put together three different examples to give you ideas for your next charcuterie creation! Simple, delicious, and absolutely beautiful, this will be one class you definitely won't want to miss! Please visit the website to pay the $75 registration fee.
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens
Whether you're a beginner looking to learn how to draw, or an experienced artist seeking some regular inspiration and practice, join Illustrator Kelsey Wilson for this drawing series taking inspiration from all the Gardens have to offer Preregistration with prepayment is required. Cost: $96 – Members, $128 – General Public, $82 – ISU Students
Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Class Leader Training
Hosted by: Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m., Story Extension Office, 1421 S Bell Ave. #107
Become a certified Class Leader of the Powerful Tools for Caregivers program. Learn ways to help others take care of themselves, reduce stress, improve caregiving confidence, and establish balance in their lives as they care for others. Powerful Tools for Caregivers is designed to empower family caregivers to take better care of themselves. This is a 2-day event, and the cost is $270, which includes the $200 Powerful Tools for Caregivers licensing fee and The Caregiver Helpbook. The event starts on the 12th, and continues through the 13th.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
How To Bring Skilled Professionals To Your Dairy Farm Using The Visa Programs
Hosted by: Dr. Miguel Rangel, DVM
Location and Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., Online
Listeners will gain a better understanding of what visa are available to them when hiring qualified employees,” said Fred Hall, dairy specialist with ISU Extension and Outreach. Rangel will discuss the process of using the United States visa programs to bring skilled professionals to U.S. dairy operations from foreign countries. Click here to register for the event.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Community And Family Resources
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Make sure to attend Community and Family Resources to find staff available in the Library to provide information about addiction, substance abuse treatment, problem gambling treatment, and mental health therapy. They can also provide assistance in getting started in any of these services including filling out some of the pre-appointment forms.
Learn About "Cultivating Careers"
Hosted by: Ames Public Library, Project Iowa, and A Mid-Iowa Organizing Strategy (AMOS)
Location and Time: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 515 Douglas Avenue
Come to the Library to learn about upcoming “Cultivating Careers” courses. “Cultivating Careers” is a free four-week course offered monthly by Project Iowa which focuses on interpersonal skills, resume develop.m.ent, career connections, and digital skills to strengthen participant’s employment opportunities. The “Cultivating Careers” course can be taken in-person at the Des Moines campus, or virtually. This course is open to ages 18 and older from any background or interest.
Hosted by: Ag & Life Sciences Career Services – Mike Gaul
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 0107 Kildee Hall, 806 Stange Rd
Not given much thought to job offers outside the salary figure? Join us for an inside look at the potential benefit package of your first job. Special emphasis will be placed on 401K’s, other retirement savings plans, and the importance of saving at an early age. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Highlighting Your Student Employment Experience on Resumes and in Interviews
Hosted by: Engineering Career Services – Kate Cossa
Location and Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. 3330 Marston Hall
Do you want to write a great resume that highlights the important skills you learned as a student employee? Engineering Career Services staff will focus on the best ways to share your work experience as a student employee and prepare to describe your role in an interview. Employers will be impressed with the level of maturity and professionalism you exhibited during your time as a student employee. This workshop is a part of National Student Employment Week.
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 a.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendors of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world.
People of the North – Faeroerne Islands
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Reiman Gardens, 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Come inside to experience a different kind of blizzard – a butterfly blizzard in Reiman Gardens’ Christina Reiman Butterfly Wing! You won’t want to miss this opportunity to release your very own butterfly in this tropical, indoor garden. Cost: Members: Free, General Public Adult: $12, General Public Youth: $6, General Public Seniors: $11
April 14, Friday
Hosted by: Hubbell Environmental Law Initiative, University of Iowa
Location and Time: All Day, Boyd Law Building, 130 Byington Road, Iowa City
Join environmental scholars from around the country for a series of talks exploring what it means to adapt to a warming world. A list of speakers and topics will be available closer to the event, which will be offered in a hybrid format.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: Monday - Friday 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union
Make a cute and handy little bowl. Choose a thick felt circle with pre-made holes in a color you like, along with a handful of large beads. You will stitch the beads into the felt and cinch it at the end with strong thread and a sturdy needle. This is a fun project that is perfect for all ages and skill sets.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Video Making 101 introduces the post-production process of video editing. Participants will learn basic video editing practices and experience enhancing a video, including color grading, adding graphics and effects.
Hosted by: Iowa 4-H
Location and Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m, Ellsworth Community College Equestrian Center, 709 Ellsworth Avenue, Iowa Falls
Watch youth in grades 4-12 demonstrate knowledge of the equine industry. Competitions include quiz bowl, hippology, horse judging, as well as "horseless horse" or static-type projects such as photography, public speaking, crafts, woodworking, posters, painting, digital storytelling and others. This is a 3-day event from 3/14 - 3/16.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Workshop: Exploring Data for Environmental Justice
Hosted by: University Library
Location and Time: 2:10 - 3:25 p.m., Online
This workshop will introduce and explore environmental justice – the right to a safe and clean environment – through case studies and data. Participants will explore how culture, power, privilege, and bias affect data and our current understanding of the environment and its impact on human populations. This is a beginner level, tech-lite workshop that will use discussion and existing data to critically examine both the limits and power of data as it applies to environmental justice topics. No prior experience needed. Registration required.
Hosted by: KHOI Community Radio
Location and Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., 622 Douglas Ave
Shop for books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds go to your community radio station!
Donate to the Campus Service Council’s Food and Hygiene Drive!
Hosted by: Campus Service Council
Location and Time: Anytime, Carver Hall Lobby, Curtiss Hall Lobby, Kildee Hall Lobby, Lagomarcino Hall Lobby, MacKay Hall Lobby and Memorial Union Main Lounge
Donate unused food and hygiene products in support of The SHOP and The Bridge Home leading up to this years Campus Service Day!
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
People of the North – Faeroerne Islands
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 a.m. on the Create Channel
Showcasing the Nordic way of life in remote regions of Scandinavia, including the food, culture, land, traditions and people who live in this isolated part of the world.
April 15, Saturday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Apparel, Events, and Hospitality Management
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., Iowa State Center, Stephens Auditorium
Spectators from all corners of the state (and some from out of state) pack CY Stephens Auditorium to nearly sold-out crowds of 2,500 each year. The long runway, dazzling lights, and stunning clothing designs are just one side of the acclaimed Iowa State annual Fashion Show. Tickets can be purchased at the Iowa State Center Box Office or through Ticketmaster.
Great Gardening: Methods and Materials
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., Reiman Gardens
Join Horticulturist Ellen Sattler for an overview of various gardening methods, from raised beds and square-foot gardening to vertical gardening, trellises, and more.
Learn what tools, supplies, and other materials you need to create and maintain your own garden, then go on a short walk to tour different examples. Attendees will also receive access to Director Ed Lyon's recorded lecture on Basic Plant Science and Garden Design. Cost: $20-Members, $27-General Public, $17-ISU Students
Drop-In Craft: Beaded Felt Bowls
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Make a cute and handy reusable bowl with felt and a handful of large beads. Perfect for all ages and skill sets. Cost: $15 in studio/$17 to go
Hosted by: Dog-Eared Books and ISU’s Creative Writing & Environment MFA program
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m, Dog-Eared Books, 203 Main St
Struggling with dialogue? Fascinated by worldbuilding or wondering how your favorite author makes such relatable characters? At the Writers Lab, you can explore these questions and more! During each meeting, a new host will help us target a specific element of creative writing such as word choice, idea generation, or pacing.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Iowa 4-H
Location and Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m, Ellsworth Community College Equestrian Center, 709 Ellsworth Avenue, Iowa Falls
Watch youth in grades 4-12 demonstrate knowledge of the equine industry. Competitions include quiz bowl, hippology, horse judging, as well as "horseless horse" or static-type projects such as photography, public speaking, crafts, woodworking, posters, painting, digital storytelling and others. This is a 3-day event from 3/14-3/16.
Hosted by: KHOI Community Radio
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., 622 Douglas Ave
Shop for books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds go to your community radio station!
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Garden Smart - Outdoor Living Spaces
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 a.m. on the Create Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Garden Smart - World of Unusual Plants
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Connected: A Search for Unity - The Happy Farmer
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, travels across the U.S. and Canada talking with people about their unique perspectives on life, culture, the environment, politics, immigration and social media.
Animal Learning Day
Hosted by: Block and Bridle Club
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Hansel Agricultural Student Learning Center, 2508 Mortensen Rd
This free educational event has the goal of bringing together students, faculty and community to teach about modern day agriculture and practices through educational booths, that may feature live animals! A free lunch will be provided.
April 16, Sunday
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Iowa 4-H
Location and Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m, Ellsworth Community College Equestrian Center, 709 Ellsworth Avenue, Iowa Falls
Watch youth in grades 4-12 demonstrate knowledge of the equine industry. Competitions include quiz bowl, hippology, horse judging, as well as "horseless horse" or static-type projects such as photography, public speaking, crafts, woodworking, posters, painting, digital storytelling and others. This is a 3-day event from 3/14-3/16.
Hosted by: KHOI Community Radio
Location and Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m., 622 Douglas Ave
Shop for books, music, movies, and more! All proceeds go to your community radio station!
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel, and 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. on the World Channel.
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendors of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world.
Garden Smart - World of Unusual Plants
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:30 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bakoso: Afrobeats of Cuba
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 3:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Queen Kidjo
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:30 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:30 a.m., 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Exploring the opportunities and risks of globalization.
April 17, Monday
Hosted by: County Youth Program
Location and Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Story County Extension Office, 1421 S Bell Ave #106
From Surviving to THRIVING! is a six-lesson workshop series for youth in grades 7-12 based on the book, The Mindful Teen: Powerful Skills to Help You Handle Stress One Moment at a Time by Dr. Dzung Vo. The program empowers youth and equips them with practical strategies and mindful practices to manage stress, difficult emotions, and improve and support their overall well-being, relationships, and performance in school, sports, the arts, and other daily activities.
Sexual Assault Resources and Tabling
Hosted by: Division of Student Affairs
Location and Time: South Library Lawn, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Campus and community partners will host a tabling event to provide information and help participants get connected with resources and support around power-based violence.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
This 2-hour workshop supplies preliminary training as an introduction to the metalworking capabilities of our makerspace. You’ll learn the steps of cutting and bending and welding sheet metal into a metal box; free of cost. The basic skills and understanding gained in this workshop will provide your first steps into metalworking in the Boeing Advanced Fabrication & Assembly makerspace!
Monday Monologues: Ballroom Dance Club Demo
Hosted by: Parks Library
Location and Time: 12:15 p.m., Parks Library Steps, 701 Morrill Road
Ballroom Dance Club members will feature several dances from recent competitions. The club offers weekly beginner lessons before their meeting each Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the World Channel.
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendors of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bakoso: Afrobeats of Cuba
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bill Traylor: Chasing Ghosts
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
ISU Extension and Outreach Week
Hosted by: ISU Extension and Outreach
Location and Time: Ongoing
Iowa State Extension and Outreach Week is April 17-22. On April 19, extension and outreach advancement staff and Cy will be handing out "#Strong Iowa" stickers and other items to all who stop beginning at 1:30 p.m. All 100 extension county offices also will host events throughout the week.
April 18, Tuesday
Leveling the Playing Field in Digital Clinical Trials- Edward Ramos, PhD
Hosted by: STEM Scholars, Lazos, Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government), Society for Advancement of Hispanics/Chicanos and Native Americans in Science
Location and Time: 6:00 p.m., Sun Room, Memorial Union
Despite his love for science, Dr. Ramos was drawn to the underlying social infrastructure and policies that ultimately influenced health outcomes for individuals and communities. As a result, following defense of his PhD, Ed began his federal service as a legislative fellow and legislative assistant, advising then-U.S. Senator Barack Obama on health and science policy. His time on Capitol Hill speaking with and listening to constituents laid the groundwork that guides his work to this day seeking to improve health for all. His lecture, Leveling the Playing Field in Digital Clinical Trials provides a new paradigm toward the continued advance of digital health technologies.
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Come have a ball at Reiman Gardens with your canine best friend! Visitors to Reiman Gardens are welcome to bring their dogs for a walk on our beautiful grounds, every Tuesday in April. Bring your family and furry friends for a fun, casual, new experience and watch our grounds turn greener throughout the month. Cost: $5 for each dog/members and ISU students free/non-members general admission
Second Annual Anti-Poverty Symposium
Hosted by: Villanova University
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET, Virtual OR Connelly Center, Villanova University, 800 Lancaster Ave, Villanova
This symposium, offered both in-person and virtually, assembles experts in poverty alleviation and sustainability, including Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson, to discuss and motivate the community to contribute to the significant effort of building a sustainable planet free from poverty. This year’s discussions will be broadly framed around the intersections of poverty, ecocide and the path toward ecological justice.
Floral Design: Darling Daisies
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Reiman Gardens, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join cherished instructor and State Fair Master Floral Judge Sandy Gossman for a different hands-on floral arrangement workshop each month. Work with April's birth flower, the daisy, to bring cheer and color into your home as the earth warms and spring begins to bloom. Preregistration required.
Hosted by: Live Green! Office of Sustainability
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., South Library Lawn
Celebrate Earth Day with ISU and the Ames community. Activities include a diversity of Earth-minded engagement and empowerment opportunities, refreshments, sustainability-minded giveaways and music from KURE.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn the process of podcasting, including the basics of equipment set-up, recording techniques and editing software. Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Do you have a story to tell, topics to discuss or fascinations you want to share with the world?
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Have you seen wood chips and dust flying around the makerspace and wondered what was going on? Someone was probably using the wood lathe, and this is your opportunity to learn more! This 2-hour demo supplies an introduction to operating the Baileigh Wood Lathe in our makerspace. You’ll learn the initial steps of how the wood lathe functions and get your first feel operating the equipment; free of cost. Once you get a feel for the experience come back for full training and begin creating!
The Farmer’s Lawyer: The Fight to Save the Family Farm- Sarah Vogel
Hosted by: Pearl Hogrefe Fund, Humanities Iowa, MFA Program in Creative Writing and Environment, Department of English, Sketch Magazine, Committee on Lectures (funded by Student Government)
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., Great Hall, Memorial Union
Sarah Vogel is an attorney, advocate, and author of The Farmer’s Lawyer, a memoir about her landmark class action lawsuit, Coleman v. Block. Vogel brought the historic case against the federal government on behalf of 240,000 family farmers facing foreclosure during the 1980s farm crisis. Vogel served two terms as North Dakota Commissioner of Agriculture, and was the first woman in U.S. history to be elected to this position. Since its publication, The Farmer’s Lawyer has been shortlisted for the Reading the West Award and was named as an honoree for The Society of Midland Authors Award.
Agronomy in the Field: Agronomy Workshops for Women
Hosted by: Agronomy in the Field
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m, DMACC Dallas County Farm 25749 N Ave. (US-169), Adel
Attend this event for a chance to learn about skills in agronomy while focusing on empowering women to take control of their farming opportunities. The goals of this series are to strengthen agronomic skills for women that allow for better decision-making, provide a better understanding of inputs for crop production, see and understand different conservation practices and increase confidence in communication with their spouse, farming partner, ag retailer or tenant.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bill Traylor: Chasing Ghosts
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 and 8:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
American Experience - The Sun Queen
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Biophysicist and inventor Mária Telkes, designer of the first successfully solar-heated modern residence, held more than 20 patents at the time of her death in 1995.
American Experience - Beneath the Polar Sun
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes.
People & Planet - Conversations that Make Connections
Hosted by: Institute on the Environment
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m., Online
Meeting our climate goals requires all hands on deck – and public research universities are critical partners in this work, with their capacity for research and discovery, their approach to education, and their commitment to public engagement. This Earth Week, join Shane Stennes and Jessica Hellmann in a conversation digging into how academic leaders can guide the university’s engagement in a sustainable future. Registration is free, but required to access the Zoom link.
POV - Manzanar Diverted: When Water Becomes Dust
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 and 10:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 and 5:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Exploring the opportunities and risks of globalization.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 and 9:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
This long-running, award-winning documentary series focuses on science, its many applications, speculation, history and researchers.
April 19, Wednesday
A Humorous Guide to Financial Success
Hosted by: ISU Lecture Series
Location and Time: 6:00 p.m., 2630 Memorial Union
Featured everywhere from NPR and PBS to the Moth Radio Hour and Reader’s Digest, Colin Ryan is a comedic financial speaker, author, and an award-winning storyteller. Colin was named one of the top 10 finance presenters in America, and to date has spoken to over 1 million students and adults. Colin is the author of “A Comedic Guide to Money” and the creator of “Public Speaking for Leaders.” As a speaker’s mentor, Colin is dedicated to helping talented educators, experts, leaders and public figures become unforgettable communicators.
Virtual Forum: Open Scholar Cafe
Hosted by: University Library
Location and Time: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., Virtual
Open Scholar Cafes are online monthly meetings for the ISU community to talk #OpenResearch. All experience levels are welcome, and each forum will cover a new topic of interest. Join us to learn, talk, and collaborate. Registration is free.
Sexual Assault Resources and Tabling
Hosted by: Division of Student Affairs
Location and Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m., West Curtiss Lawn
Campus and community partners will host a tabling event to provide information and help participants get connected with resources and support around power-based violence.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Gain basic skills and understanding gained in this workshop will provide your first steps into milling wood in the Boeing Advanced Fabrication & Assembly makerspace! Bring your finished wood back for the laser engraving workshop in Makerspace 2222 or many other creative opportunities!
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m, 0140 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the basics of photography! We will discuss the exposure triangle of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO as well as some basics about focus, depth of field, white balance, and lenses. If you have a camera, bring it along to the workshop. We will discuss tips and tricks to take your creative project to the next level.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendors of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world.
Life From Above - Patterned Planet
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10 p.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Insight into planet Earth through satellite photography from space, as well as vantage points from helicopters and cameras on the ground.
American Experience - The Sun Queen
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Biophysicist and inventor Mária Telkes, designer of the first successfully solar-heated modern residence, held more than 20 patents at the time of her death in 1995.
American Experience - Beneath the Polar Sun
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 and 8:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes.
Terror and Hope: The Science of Resilience
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Scientists and humanitarians combine research and informed care to help Syrian refugee children traumatized by war.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:30 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Examine the impact, history and science of storms in Iowa and how people living in the path of those cataclysmic events remain resilient.
Troubled Waters: A Turtle’s Tale
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
The impact of global warming, water pollution, red tide, and other man-made problems that endanger South Florida's sea turtles.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
From Africa to Asia to the Arctic, six of the Earth's most vulnerable ecosystems confront climate change; host Dr. M. Sanjayan.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the World Channel
This long-running, award-winning documentary series focuses on science, its many applications, speculation, history and researchers.
April 20, Thursday
Tinsley Ellis & Marcia Ball Blues Performance
Hosted by: The Maintence Shop
Location and Time: 8:00 p.m., The Maintence Shop, Memorial Union
Tinsley Ellis & Marcia Ball are excited to present an intimate evening of their music and memories called Acoustic Songs and Stories. They will weave the music together with stories from their years on stage and on the road. Cost: $35 or $30 w/ ISU Student ID
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 11:00 - 12:00 p.m., 2260 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
At this recess we will play and storm in the studio. A studio is a room where chaos and order co-exist. A studio is also a place of learning, of discovery and boundless exploration. A place of directed interaction, feedback and rehearsal, where people take responsibility for their learning journey by actively engaging with their creative activities of imagination and making | sense | meaning. Welcome to the Idea Storm Studio!
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., 2261 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
The Primo Ceschia Family Digital Modeling and Visualization Laboratory provides virtual and augmented reality resources to all Iowa State University students, faculty, and staff from all majors, departments, and experience levels.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 1211 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
This 2-hour demo supplies an introduction to operating the Kent CNC Mill in our makerspace. You’ll see the initial steps of machine set-up and how the CNC mill functions; Learn about the moving parts and components of the equipment and check out our tutorials that step through operating basics. Now that you have ideas milling in your mind; come back for full training and begin creating!
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the skill of Letterpress.
How are We Approaching Cancer Treatment? From Cyclops Sheep to Vaccines
Hosted by: ISU Lecture Series
Location and Time: 6:00 p.m., Great Hall, Memorial Union
Cancer encompasses an array of specific diseases that require tailored treatment approaches. Andreotti, a biochemist with expertise in structural biology and immune cell signaling, will highlight three stories that illustrate how scientists and physicians are devising new approaches to specific types of cancers. These vignettes will show how serendipity drives discovery, how great cancer drugs can be plagued by resistance, and how vaccines and immunotherapies are reshaping cancer treatments of the future.
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens
Whether you're a beginner looking to learn how to draw, or an experienced artist seeking some regular inspiration and practice, join Illustrator Kelsey Wilson for this drawing series taking inspiration from all the Gardens have to offer Preregistration with prepayment is required. Cost: $96 – Members, $128 – General Public, $82 – ISU Students
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Food Safety Escape Challenge - Child Care Provider Training
Hosted by: Story County
Location and Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., Story County Extension Office 1421 S. Bell Avenue, Suite 107
Are you up for the challenge? Explore topics like potentially hazardous foods, cross contamination, cleaning, and temperature to help your team solve the food safety puzzle.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Community And Family Resources
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Make sure to attend Community and Family Resources to find staff available in the Library to provide information about addiction, substance abuse treatment, problem gambling treatment, and mental health therapy. They can also provide assistance in getting started in any of these services including filling out some of the pre-appointment forms.
Healthy Cooking with Fresh Greens
Hosted by: Wheatsfield, James Dymit, Gina Barrientos, and Clayton Farms
Location and Time: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m., Co-op Community Room, 413 Northwestern Ave #105
In this class, we will demonstrate how to make 3 different recipes utilizing Microgreens with plenty of tasty samples! Join James and Gina with the support of Local Producer, Clayton Farms, for a educational and tasty cooking experience! This event costs $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Be sure to register online!
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 2:00 a.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Consistently stunning documentaries transport viewers to far-flung locations ranging from the torrid African plains to the chilly splendors of icy Antarctica. The show's primary focus is on animals and ecosystems around the world.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Vertical Harvest, a year-round urban farm in Jackson Hole, Wyo., provides employment for people with developmental disabilities.
American Experience - The Great Famine
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Nearly 300 workers volunteer for Herbert Hoover's relief campaign for Soviet Russia's famine victims in 1921.
Terror and Hope: The Science of Resilience
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Scientists and humanitarians combine research and informed care to help Syrian refugee children traumatized by war.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Examine the impact, history and science of storms in Iowa and how people living in the path of those cataclysmic events remain resilient.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 3:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
From Africa to Asia to the Arctic, six of the Earth's most vulnerable ecosystems confront climate change; host Dr. M. Sanjayan.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Looking through the eyes of people around the world confronting the impacts of unsustainable population growth in their lives, work and research.
Annual Symposium on Undergraduate Research and Creative Expression
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Student Innovation Center
The university community is invited to the 17th annual, day-long Symposium on Undergraduate Research and Creative Expression. Nearly 190 undergraduates from all academic disciplines will share 142 individual and group research projects through oral and poster presentations. More than 50 faculty members will participate as moderators to provide feedback to presenters.
Hosted by: College of Design
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., College of Design Atrium
Iowa State University students in the College of Design’s first-year design studio will share their final projects in the “Nature in Excess: Wearables Design Show.” The show will feature students modeling wearable designs created in the Design Studies 102 studio this spring semester. Admission is free but seating is limited; tickets can be reserved online beginning at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 1. For those unable to attend in person, the show will be livestreamed on the College of Design’s YouTube channel.
April 21, Friday
Ready to Run Iowa – Communicating Your Campaign Message
Hosted by: Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics
Location and Time: 9:00 - 11:30 a.m., Reiman Gardens
Ready to Run Iowa is a nonpartisan campaign training program to encourage women to run for elective office, position themselves for appointive office, work on a campaign or become involved in public life as leaders in their communities. This workshop features three sessions, including “Creating a Campaign Theme”, “Writing and Delivering a Stump Speech”, and “Communicating in Forums, Debates and On Camera.” Cost: $25/Non-ISU Students, FREE/ISU Students
Sexual Assault Resources and Tabling
Hosted by: Division of Student Affairs
Location and Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m., South Library Lawn
Campus and community partners will host a tabling event to provide information and help participants get connected with resources and support around power-based violence.
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Video Making 101 introduces the post-production process of video editing. Participants will learn basic video editing practices and experience enhancing a video, including color grading, adding graphics and effects.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Question. Persuade. Refer. - Ag Professionals & Producers
Hosted by: Story County
Location and Time: 7:45 - 9:35 a.m. Kildee Hall 806 Stange Rd.
Say "yes" to saving the life of a friend, colleague, sibling, or neighbor. Designed for professionals and producers who work in the ag industry, learn three simple steps to help save a life from suicide. When you take the Question. Persuade. Refer. suicide prevention training, you learn the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to respond. Registration for the event is required.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
A Wild Idea: The Birth of the APA
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
The history of New York's Adirondack Park, one of the largest unbroken deciduous forests on Earth, and the founding of the Adirondack Park Agency in 1971.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A small group of citizens unite the residents of Telluride, Colo., to save the open land surrounding their town.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 pm on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 and 10:00 a.m, and 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
Support Cyclone Small Businesses
Hosted by: Triangle Fraternity
Location and Time: 3:00 - 5:30 p.m., parking lot south of Triangle Fraternity at 2136 Lincoln Way
Iowa State student- and alumni-owned businesses will showcase their products at a small business fair! This event is open to the ISU and Ames communities. Enjoy free refreshments while they last. If you own a small business and want to participate. Registration is required. Cost: $10 for student businesses / $20 for alumni businesses.
Growing a Greener World - Mason Bee Revolution: How the Hardest Working Bee Can Save the World
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Creating a Meadow Garden
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9:00 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Growing the Next Generation of Gardeners
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Urban and Community Gardening Heroes
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:00 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Container Gardening Anywhere: What to Know Before You Grow
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Epic Tomatoes with Craig LeHoullier
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:00 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Small-Space Gardening
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:30 p.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
April 22, Saturday
Water Pollution Control Plant Open House
Hosted by: City of Ames, Water Pollution Control Plant
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Water Pollution Control Plant, 56797 280th St.
The City of Ames Water and Pollution Control Department invites the community to attend an open house featuring guided facility tours, displays, process demonstrations, and refreshments. Attendees will get a glimpse into a facility critical to protecting public health and the environment.
Hosted by: Story County Conservation
Location and Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m., Robison Wildlife Acres, 29490 632nd Ave.,
Maxwell
Robison Wildlife Acres bursts with flowers every spring! Join a naturalist for a jaunt in the woods to see what woodland flowers are there to greet us. We will be hiking on soft surface trails, with some uneven terrain that are not appropriate for strollers. All ages welcome. Register is required by April 19th.
Kainalu, Psychedelic Funk Performance
Hosted by: The Maintence Shop
Location and Time: 8:00 p.m., The Maintence Shop, Memorial Union
Kainalu is a psychedelic funk project by multi-instrumentalist and producer Trent Prall. Drawing influence from modern psychedelia and classic motown artists he grew up listening to, Kainalu’s unique sound has gained international appeal. Kainalu’s core is rooted in Prall’s Japanese-Hawaiian heritage; the word roughly translates to ocean waves, but more personally the concept of the ocean rising and breaking down the islands through time and the impermanence of life. Kainalu explores this meaning through both its sound and visuals. Cost: $20 ($15 w/ ISU Student ID)*
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens
The Mid-Iowa Woodcarvers returns for its one-day show! Guests will have the opportunity to view carving contest entries, watch carving demonstrations and participate in a hands-on lesson in whittling. No registration required. Cost: Free for ISU Students and Members, Price of Admission for all others.
Hosted by: Hunziker
Location and Time: 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., 105 S 16th St
Clear out all of those old tax documents, confidential papers and any other paperwork that should not be placed in the trash. We invite all of our customers, friends, and community members to participate by bringing up to 5 boxes of items to be shredded for free!
Hosted by: Wheatsfield Cooperative
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Community Room, Wheatsfield Co-op, 413 Northwestern Ave
Big and small, come one, come all! Join Co-op Board Members and plant some seeds in the community room. A selection of seeds, reclaimed egg cartons, and soil provided! Come get your hands a little dirty and start some seeds for your garden! No RSVP required!
Hosted by: City of Ames, Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave.
Ames Repair Café volunteers have partnered with the Ames Resource Recovery Plant to promote waste reduction by repairing rather than replacing items that no longer function properly. The repairs are offered at no charge. The Ames Repair Café Team is an all-volunteer group with various repair skills. Some items the volunteers are prepared to work on include clothing, jewelry, musical instruments, computers, furniture, bicycles, wheelchairs, AV equipment, and small appliances, motors, and combustion engines. Participants are expected to bring their items to the library and remain with them throughout the repair process. If volunteers are unable to fix the item or if parts are required, the volunteers will assist in finding a local repair shop. If participants have replacement parts, they should bring them with the item. Volunteers also will focus on sharing basic maintenance tips.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Story County Conservation
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Ames Public Library - Dale Ross Board Room, 515 Douglas Avenue
This interactive workshop helps shape experiences and memories in nature into stories with purpose. Storytelling is an extremely effective tool to communicate commitment to and action for the earth. Minimum age 14. Registration is required by April 19th at 4 p.m.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: KHOI Community Radio
Location and Time: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., broadcasted by KHOI 89.1 FM
“Earth Day on the Airwaves” radio special will feature City of Ames staff co-hosting with KHOI Community Radio volunteers. Segments will include City of Ames sustainability projects, plans, and updates on the community Climate Action Plan. Other participants will include Ames Sustainability Coordinator and Iowa State University Director of Sustainability Merry Rankin.
Garden Smart - Gardening on a Deck
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:30 a.m. on the Create Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Garden Smart - A Garden Overlooking Manhattan
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Connected: A Search for Unity - The Aviator
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, travels across the U.S. and Canada talking with people about their unique perspectives on life, culture, the environment, politics, immigration and social media.
American Experience - Beneath the Polar Sun
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes.
American Experience - Voice of Freedom
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Contralto Marian Anderson performs at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., on Easter Sunday in 1939 after being barred from singing at Constitution Hall by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
Terror and Hope: The Science of Resilience
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 p.m. on the World Channel
Scientists and humanitarians combine research and informed care to help Syrian refugee children traumatized by war.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Examine the impact, history and science of storms in Iowa and how people living in the path of those cataclysmic events remain resilient.
A Wild Idea: The Birth of the APA
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
The history of New York's Adirondack Park, one of the largest unbroken deciduous forests on Earth, and the founding of the Adirondack Park Agency in 1971.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A small group of citizens unite the residents of Telluride, Colo., to save the open land surrounding their town.
Growing a Greener World - Mason Bee Revolution: How the Hardest Working Bee Can Save the World
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9:30 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Creating a Meadow Garden
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:00 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Growing the Next Generation of Gardeners
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:30 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Urban and Community Gardening Heroes
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:00 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Year-Round Growing with Eliot Coleman
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
Growing a Greener World - Sonoma Valley Worm Farm: Where Are They Now?
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 a.m. on the Create Channel
Environmentally friendly outdoor living is combined with traditional know-how in this series from American Public Television, which features people and places making a positive impact on the planet.
April 23, Sunday
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Garden Smart - A Garden Overlooking Manhattan
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:30 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - Bill Traylor: Chasing Ghosts
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
American Experience - Beneath the Polar Sun
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Five hundred nautical miles from the North Pole, a research team sets out to measure the world's largest and oldest sea ice floes.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 9:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Exploring the opportunities and risks of globalization.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Examine the impact, history and science of storms in Iowa and how people living in the path of those cataclysmic events remain resilient.
River’s End: California’s Latest Water War
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 11:30 a.m. on the World Channel
Examine California’s complex struggle over who gets fresh water, and how moneyed interests game the system.
Iowa Outdoors - Iowa State Parks By Air
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:30 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Iowa's outdoor natural resources.
Iowa Outdoors - Iowa State Parks Artists
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 2:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Iowa's outdoor natural resources.
Iowa Outdoors - Iowa State Parks History Trails and Photography
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 2:30 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Iowa's outdoor natural resources.
Troubled Waters: A Turtle’s Tale
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 p.m. on the World Channel
The impact of global warming, water pollution, red tide, and other man-made problems that endanger South Florida's sea turtles.
Beauty on the Wing: Life Story of the Monarch Butterfly
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 5:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
The extraordinary journey of the monarch butterfly, from New England to Mexico is chronicled.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:30 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Activists take action to save the Monarch Butterfly Grove Sanctuary in Monterey County, California
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 2:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
From Africa to Asia to the Arctic, six of the Earth's most vulnerable ecosystems confront climate change; host Dr. M. Sanjayan.
Hosted by: Ames Student Association
Location and Time: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m., Benton Auditorium, Scheman Building
The Ames Student Association for Malaysians will host Malaysian Cultural Night with activities such as live performances by Malaysian artists, a stage play highlighting Malaysia's vibrant traditions and customs, an exhibition displaying the country's history and heritage, and authentic Malaysian cuisine served after the performances. Cost: $13.80 for members of the university community, purchased through ISU Marketplace.
April 24, Monday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Monday Monologues: Jubilee Gospel Choir
Hosted by: Parks Library
Location and Time: 2:15 p.m., Parks Library Steps, 701 Morrill Road
One of the newer student organizations on campus, Jubilee Gospel Choir will share traditional praise and worship songs as well as popular tunes. The audience will be asked to join in some call and response, so be prepared to sing! Grab a blanket, bring a friend, and take in some great entertainment.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - The Sounds of Masks
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 and 9:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion
Our Time: Immigrants and Refugees - Las Hijas (The Daughters) and Leaving Africa
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
April 25, Tuesday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., Reiman Gardens, 1407 University Boulevard
Come have a ball at Reiman Gardens with your canine best friend! Visitors to Reiman Gardens are welcome to bring their dogs for a walk on our beautiful grounds, every Tuesday in April. Bring your family and furry friends for a fun, casual, new experience and watch our grounds turn greener throughout the month. Cost: $5 for each dog/members and ISU students free/non-members general admission
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn the process of podcasting, including the basics of equipment set-up, recording techniques and editing software. Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Do you have a story to tell, topics to discuss or fascinations you want to share with the world?
Making 101: Explore Embroidery
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 2222 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn something new in 2222! Join Makerspace staff and your fellow peers in a two hour workshop where you will learn how to use the Melco Embroidery Machines. Bring in a fabric item you would like embroidered. We’ll provide the designs, but space is limited so sign up today to reserve your spot.
Off the Map: Stories of Iowa Abandoned and Disappearing Towns
Hosted by: Humanities Iowa and the State Historical Society, Inc.
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., Ames Public Library, 515 Douglas Ave
Thousands of towns were established during Iowa’s pioneer and railroad era. Many existed for a few years, some faded away over time and a few never existed except as “paper” towns. Regardless of why they originated or why they diminished, these communities have their own unique stories that are windows to the past. Artist and historian, Rosa Snyder, will provide a tour around Story and central Iowa counties to sample these idiosyncratic communities in photographs and stories.
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - The Sounds of Masks
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 and 8:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
A Wild Idea: The Birth of the APA
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 and 10:00 a.m. on the World Channel
The history of New York's Adirondack Park, one of the largest unbroken deciduous forests on Earth, and the founding of the Adirondack Park Agency in 1971.
Our Time: Immigrants and Refugees - Las Hijas (The Daughters) and Leaving Africa
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 and 9:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Natural warming loops affect climate change and pose a threat to life on Earth.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
From Africa to Asia to the Arctic, six of the Earth's most vulnerable ecosystems confront climate change; host Dr. M. Sanjayan.
Town hall on digital equity for Iowa
Hosted by: State of Iowa's Office of the Chief Information Officer
Location and Time: 6:00 p.m., 0114 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Rd, Ames, IA 50011
Interested in digital equity? Attend a Digital Equity Town Hall to help the state of Iowa understand barriers to the digital aspects of Iowa life. At the event, attendees can expect a short presentation followed by an audience discussion. It's part of a two-month-long series.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
April 26, Wednesday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Making 101: Learn Laser Cutting
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 2222 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Learn something new in 2222! Join Makerspace staff and your fellow peers in a two hour workshop where you will learn how to use the Universal Laser Cutters. We’ll provide the designs, the wood, and it’s all free! Spacing is limited so sign up today to reserve your spot.
Hosted by: The College of Engineering
Location and Time: 10:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Marston Water Tower Lawn
Learn what engineers do and what cool things they make, innovate, and explore. Career Fest is a new, casual networking and career exploration event open to all students.
LANNDS Electro-Pop Performance
Hosted by: The Maintence Shop
Location and Time: 8:00 p.m., The Maintence Shop, Memorial Union
After finding their own unique sound across 3 EPs, LANNDS has expanded their lush, electro-pop palette into new territory with their debut album, Music For The Future, a confident, sweeping feat of enlivened production and intimate, emotional storytelling that’s both gentler and more mature than the band has ever been. Balanced on a daunting brink of transformation, the songs across Music For The Future are LANNDS’ most courageous yet, and serve as thoughtful reminders to their future selves, and anyone listening, that everything is going to be alright. Cost: $15 ($10 w/ ISU Student ID)
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m, 0140 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Discover the basics of photography! We will discuss the exposure triangle of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO as well as some basics about focus, depth of field, white balance, and lenses. If you have a camera, bring it along to the workshop. We will discuss tips and tricks to take your creative project to the next level.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Learn About "Cultivating Careers"
Hosted by: Ames Public Library, Project Iowa, and A Mid-Iowa Organizing Strategy (AMOS)
Location and Time: 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 515 Douglas Avenue
Come to the Library to learn about upcoming “Cultivating Careers” courses. “Cultivating Careers” is a free four-week course offered monthly by Project Iowa which focuses on interpersonal skills, resume develop.m.ent, career connections, and digital skills to strengthen participant’s employment opportunities. The “Cultivating Careers” course can be taken in-person at the Des Moines campus, or virtually. This course is open to ages 18 and older from any background or interest.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Life From Above - Changing Planet
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10 p.m., on the Iowa PBS Channel
Insight into planet Earth through satellite photography from space, as well as vantage points from helicopters and cameras on the ground.
Afropop - The Ultimate Cultural Exchange - The Sounds of Masks
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A series of short films that celebrates the cultural and historical growth that has occurred in Africa over the past generation. The films' purpose is to fuel a global conversation on the present-day realities and contemporary lifestyles of Africans, both living on the continent and those living elsewhere.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 and 10:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A small group of citizens unite the residents of Telluride, Colo., to save the open land surrounding their town.
Iowa Outdoors - Iowa State Parks By Air
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Iowa's outdoor natural resources.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 1:00 and 9 a.m. on the World Channel
Natural warming loops affect climate change and pose a threat to life on Earth.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
From Africa to Asia to the Arctic, six of the Earth's most vulnerable ecosystems confront climate change; host Dr. M. Sanjayan.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A college class where students implement policy changes that address the root causes of problems facing American society, including devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and homelessness among college students.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:00 p.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This long-running, award-winning documentary series focuses on science, its many applications, speculation, history and researchers.
April 27, Thursday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Hosted by: Story County Conservation
Location and Time: 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., Robison Wildlife Acres, 29490 632nd Ave., Maxwell
The wildflower walk is led by Outdoor Alliance of Story County volunteers and is cosponsored with Story County Conservation. The hike will begin at 1:30 from the parking area. Take an afternoon walk in the woods and enjoy finding the spring ephemeral wildflowers blooming before the trees leaf out and block much of the sun from the ground. Join us as we explore the spring ephemerals that bloom before the trees and other plants leaf out, blocking much of the sun on the ground.
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Reiman Gardens
Whether you're a beginner looking to learn how to draw, or an experienced artist seeking some regular inspiration and practice, join Illustrator Kelsey Wilson for this drawing series taking inspiration from all the Gardens have to offer Preregistration with prepayment is required. Cost: $96 – Members, $128 – General Public, $82 – ISU Students
Hosted by: Downtown Ames
Location and Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., 304 Main Street
Music Walk is a free family-friendly event showcasing businesses in Downtown as well as local musicians. Music Walk is the perfect opportunity to experience the many things Downtown Ames has to offer!
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Community And Family Resources
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Make sure to attend Community and Family Resources to find staff available in the Library to provide information about addiction, substance abuse treatment, problem gambling treatment, and mental health therapy. They can also provide assistance in getting started in any of these services including filling out some of the pre-appointment forms.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Iowa Outdoors - Iowa State Parks Artists
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Iowa's outdoor natural resources.
Iowa Outdoors - Iowa State Parks History Trails and Photography
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
Iowa's outdoor natural resources.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. on the World Channel
A college class where students implement policy changes that address the root causes of problems facing American society, including devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and homelessness among college students.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 3:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This long-running, award-winning documentary series focuses on science, its many applications, speculation, history and researchers.
April 28, Friday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Hosted by: Student Innovation Center
Location and Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., 0141 Student Innovation Center, 606 Bissell Road
Aim to grow in the Digital Media Studio! Video Making 101 introduces the post-production process of video editing. Through Blackmagic Design’s video editing software Davinci Resolve, participants will learn about navigating the software and its functions. In this workshop, participants will learn basic video editing practices and experience enhancing a video, including color grading, adding graphics and effects.
Heralds: A Symphony of Women's Voices Auguring Change - Symposium
Hosted by: ISU Symphony Orchestra
Location and Time: 4:00 p.m., Ames Public Library
The public symposium, to begin with a short musical performance, will bring together three influential: world-famous violinist Lara St. John, whose successful campaign to hold the Curtis Institute accountable for her assault when she was a student there made international headlines; Rebecca Stienstra, a senior policy analyst from the Canadian Ministry of Women and Gender Equity; and Assistant Chief Carrie Jacobs of the Iowa State University Police Department. The moderated panel discussion at the Ames Public Library auditorium will focus on the prevention of violence against women and holding institutions accountable.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Ames Public Library
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor, 515 Douglas Avenue
Attend The Bridge Home to learn about easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessness with apartment searching, appointment scheduling, job applications, and more. Staff members will also be available to connect community members who are experiencing homelessness with vital services.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 2:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion
Our Time: Immigrants and Refugees - Las Hijas (The Daughters) and Leaving Africa
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 and 10:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
A look at the human costs of immigration in the U.S. as told through immigrant families and refugees.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
April 29, Saturday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Heralds: A Symphony of Women's Voices Auguring Change - Symposium
Hosted by: ISU Symphony Orchestra
Location and Time: 4:00 p.m., Ames Public Library
The public symposium, to begin with a short musical performance, will bring together three influential: world-famous violinist Lara St. John, whose successful campaign to hold the Curtis Institute accountable for her assault when she was a student there made international headlines; Rebecca Stienstra, a senior policy analyst from the Canadian Ministry of Women and Gender Equity; and Assistant Chief Carrie Jacobs of the Iowa State University Police Department. The moderated panel discussion at the Ames Public Library auditorium will focus on the prevention of violence against women and holding institutions accountable.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Live Green! Office of Sustainability
Location and Time: All day, Locations throughout the Ames community
Choose an area of Ames to beautify through litter pick-up as part of the annual Stash the Trash event dedicated to creating a greener, cleaner community! Beginning April 17, clean-up supplies (bags and gloves) will be available for pick-up from the Ames Community Center at City Hall or at the Resource Recovery Plant at 420 E. 2nd Street. Individuals, families and groups can choose a time to pick-up trash, at your convenience, the week before and the week after April 29.
Spring No-Charge Yard Waste Day
Hosted by: City of Ames
Location and Time: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., GreenRU, 400 Freel Drive
The Spring No-Charge Yard Waste Day will be held Saturday, April 29 from 8 am to 4 pm for leaves and brush at GreenRU. Please enter the site from Dayton to SE 5th Street, then north on Freel to the site; exit to the north to Lincoln Way.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Hosted by: Prairie Rivers of Iowa
Location and Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., meet at City of Ames City Hall parking lot, 515 Clark Ave, Ames
The Stream Clean-Up of trash along Ioway Creek will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 29. Volunteers for this event must pre-register. The event is co-hosted with Prairie Rivers of Iowa, Story County Conservation, Skunk River Paddlers, and Outdoor Alliance of Story County. More information and online registration are available at https://www.prrcd.org/ioway-creek-cleanup-2023/.
Flowerpot Painting Drop-In Craft
Hosted by: The Workspace
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., The Workspace, Memorial Union, 2229 Lincoln Way
Simpe, fun, and in-season, terra cotta potts are an easy surface to paint on. Choose form small pots to start an herb garden, to medium cantainers for indoor plants, and larger pots for outdoor flowers! Cost: $8-$16 in studio/$10-$18 to go.
Garden Smart - Gardening with Succulents
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 8:30 a.m. on the Create Channel
This instructional series hosted by plantsman Eric Johnson provides viewers with practical gardening advice. The show, described as a "hands in the dirt" experience, addresses topics that are varied, timely and cutting edge.
Connected: A Search for Unity - Louisiana Life
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 6:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Monty Moran, former CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, travels across the U.S. and Canada talking with people about their unique perspectives on life, culture, the environment, politics, immigration and social media.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Natural warming loops affect climate change and pose a threat to life on Earth.
Hosted by: CyRide
Location and Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., CyRide - 601 N. University Boulevard
Join us to celebrate the arrival of our new Battery Electric Buses! There will be a short program and ribbon cutting at noon. Ride an electric bus from City Hall to the event or park at CyRide.
Hosted by: Student Counseling Services
Location and Time: 10:00 a.m., South Campanile Lawn
The annual Out of the Darkness Iowa State University Walk supports the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s education and support programs and its goal to reduce the annual U.S. rate of suicide 20% by the year 2025. The walk will include a kick off with personal sharing. Create a walking team, register to walk and donate at www.afsp.org/IowaState.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 p.m. on the World Channel
A college class where students implement policy changes that address the root causes of problems facing American society, including devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and homelessness among college students.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 4:00 a.m. on the World Channel
Natural warming loops affect climate change and pose a threat to life on Earth.
April 30, Sunday
Hosted by: ISU Department of Music and Theatre
Location and Time: Performed in various locations
Iowa State students flex their theatrical muscles during ISU Theatre's first Fringe Fest. Much like a professional fringe fest, students from across campus will submit and produce projects in our festival locations. Advisory: Contains adult language and content. General admission tickets available through Iowa State Center Ticket Office, or any Ticketmaster. Cost: $20
Hosted by: Ames Choral Society
Location and Time: 7:00 p.m., St. Andrews Lutheran Church: 209 Colorado Ave
Enjoy an amazing evening filled with music by attending the Choral Society’s Spring Concert. Tickets are $10, and free for ages 12 and below.
Hosted by: Blank Park Zoo
Location and Time: 7:30 – 10:00 p.m. (last admission at 9:30 p.m.), Blank Park Zoo, 7401 SW 9th Street, Des Moines
Come visit the Wild Lights Festival to experience amazing shows as you walk throughout the zoo. This year’s festival will feature the themes of underwater wildlife, giant insects, Asian mythical creatures and endangered animals. Tickets are $20 non-member / $17 member
Hosted by: Live Green! Office of Sustainability
Location and Time: All day, Locations throughout the Ames community
Choose an area of Ames to beautify through litter pick-up as part of the annual Stash the Trash event dedicated to creating a greener, cleaner community! Beginning April 17, clean-up supplies (bags and gloves) will be available for pick-up from the Ames Community Center at City Hall or at the Resource Recovery Plant at 420 E. 2nd Street. Individuals, families and groups can choose a time to pick-up trash, at your convenience, the week before and the week after April 29.
Glass in Flight Sculpture Exhibit
Hosted by: Reiman Gardens
Location and Time: Anytime, 1407 University Boulevard, Ames
Composed of iridescent exoskeletons and translucent wings, the giant insects of Glass in Flight have been replicated in luminous steel and dalle de verre glass by artist Alex Heveri. Places all around the gardens, come and visit the exhibition and see how light reflects the beauty of the environment.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on the World Channel
Exploring the opportunities and risks of globalization.
Hosted by: United Way of Story County
Location and Time: Donations accepted anytime, at over two dozen campus locations.
United Way of Story County's 2023 Live United food drive runs April 24-May 4 and includes more than two dozen campus donation locations. Here's a list of needed pantry items, including the 12 most in-demand products: peanut butter, cereal, canned chunky soups, mac and cheese, dry pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruit and vegetables, canned chicken and tuna, beans (chili, black, brown), rice, hand soap and paper towels. Cash donations can be made by check, cash or Venmo and will go straight to the food pantries. Donations will be shared with The Shop, Sloss House and Bone Appetite (Veterinary Medicine) food pantries on campus and more than a dozen local pantries.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 10:30 p.m. on the World Channel
A college class where students implement policy changes that address the root causes of problems facing American society, including devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina and homelessness among college students.
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 2:00 a.m. on the Iowa PBS Channel
This long-running, award-winning documentary series focuses on science, its many applications, speculation, history and researchers.
Energy Switch: Could LNG Change Global Energy
Hosted by: Iowa Public Broadcasting
Location and Time: Televised on Iowa Public Television, 12:30 a.m. on the PBS Channel
Energy and climate point-counterpoint talk show moderated by energy scientist and television host Dr. Scott Tinker.