Highlights from focus grant projects including cigar box guitars, paintings drawn from witnessing a human autopsy, and photographs of Asian culture in China. For more information, call Letitia Kenemer at 5152940971 or e-mail letitia@iastate.edu. Iowa State University Memorial Union, Ames Send this listing to a friend
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Maria Lux: Drawings & Paintings
Maria Lux uses the traditional media of oil paint and chalk pastel to explore images of subtle humor, absurdity, and excess in American life. For more information, call Letitia Kenemer at 5152940971 or e-mail letitia@iastate.edu. Iowa State University Memorial Union, Ames Send this listing to a friend
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Reflections: Self-Portraits by ISU Students
An exhibition of self-portraits by ISU student artists. For more information, call Letitia Kenemer at 5152940971 or e-mail letitia@iastate.edu. Iowa State University Memorial Union, Ames Send this listing to a friend
In a thrilling story of high adventure and romantic quest entitled A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean, Tori McClure shares that the most important thing in life is not to prove you are superhuman but to fully to embrace your own humanity Visit dmpl.org. Central Library, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
10 a.m. Plant a Perfect Perennial and the new Fleming Hardy Hibiscus by Marcia Leeper. 11 a.m. Dahlias and Other Summer Bulbs by Els Teunissen and Elvin McDonald. Botanical Center, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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Drake Observatory Series Explores Fact and Fiction of Astronomy
"Everything you Know is Wrong" The events, which are free and open to the public, will start at 8 p.m. at the observatory in Waveland Park on the west side of Des Moines, 4898 Observatory Rd, off Polk Boulevard. Parking is available adjacent to the observatory. Call 271-3141. Waveland Park Observatory, 4898 Observatory Road, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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Eating disorder group meeting.
An ongoing psychotherapy group for the treatment of anorexia nervosa and bulimia will meet on Tuesdays from Noon-1 p.m. starting March 23. The group will be co-facilitated by Lynne Vestal, a licensed mental health counselor, and Dr. Dianne Alber, a licensed psychologist. Sessions will be held at 12495 University Ave., Ste. 100, Clive. Call 515-358-9704 for more information. Send this listing to a friend
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Leading and Succeeding in a Male-Dominated Industry
Political action through social interaction. Free and open to anyone. 8 p.m. Thursday. For more information, call DL-DSM E-mail desmoines@drinkingliberally.org. AJ's on East Court, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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FAITH & PHILOSOPHY
"Last Supper Ministry Drama"
This drama, based on Leonardo Da Vinci's well-known painting, shows the disciples of Jesus Christ around the table after Jesus announces that one of them will betray him, to which the disciples talk about their association with Jesus Christ and ask, "Is it I?". Bloomfield UMC, 5930 Indianola Ave., Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
Student Union Board will host a Hunger Banquet Tuesday, March 23 at 5 p.m. in the Campanile Room of the Memorial Union. Hunger Banquets help the public gain a better understanding of global poverty and hunger through a dramatic representation of the unequal distribution of the world’s food supply. Visit sub.iastate.edu. Memorial Union, Campanile Room, Ames Send this listing to a friend
Climb Iowa will be having two session of our great Spring Break Camp. You can either take part in Mon-Wed or Thurs-Sat, both are from 10 to noon each day. Kids will take part in the same great activities. The will learn more about climbing technique, get stronger, and play some wonderful climbing games. All of this will happen under the guidance of our educated and fun staff. Give the gym a call to get your child registered. Call 515-986-2565 or visit climbiowa.com. Climb Iowa, Grimes Send this listing to a friend
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Iowa Egg Council Egg Cookoff and Easter Bunny Visit
Plan to attend the Iowa Egg Council Annual Egg Cook-off this year at the Des Moines Botanical and Environmental Center! Sample "eggstraordinary" recipes while your children participate in various crafts & activities throughout the facility. Spend some time at our petting zoo including bunnies, chicks and ducklings. The Easter Bunny will be handing out treats. To request an entry blank with contest rules, contact the Iowa Egg Council at 1-877-IOWAEGG (877-469-2344) or via the website – www.iowaegg.org. For additional event information, please call the Botanical Center at 323-6290. Botanical Center, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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OUTDOORS
Lunch Hour Bird Watching
Local birder, John Bissell, shares his skills with park visitors of all ages over the lunch hour to learn the basics of bird watching. Bring binoculars. 11-11:45 a.m. Gray's Lake Park, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
Boys and girls from all over the state of Iowa will be competing in this event. Hosted by South East Des Moines Boxing Club. 5 - 11 p.m. For more information, call Dan Thompson E-mail sedmbc93@yahoo.com. Iowa State Fairgrounds Walnut Center, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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Latino Soccer League
Soccer for girls aged 15 - 50. Practice Saturday evenings starting in March. Call Milton Castro at 515-205-0780 for info. Call 515-205-0780. Milton Castro, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
Special guest appearance, Henry Winkler "the Fonz."
5 p.m. Fri, 11 a.m. Sat and Sun. Kids free Friday night. Iowa Events Center Hy-Vee Hall, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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MISCELLANEOUS
Japanese A-Bomb Exhibit
Drake University will host the Hiroshima-Nagasaki A-Bomb Exhibit with materials from the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum in Japan from Feb. 8 through March 31. The exhibit will be held in the Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, 2725 University Ave. It will include dozens of photographs of Hiroshima and Nagasaki before and after the bombings, drawings from survivors depicting their experiences and a collection of 15 oral testimonies. For more information, call Mary McCarthy E-mail 271-2038. Cowles Library, 2725 University Ave., Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
Plan to attend the Iowa Egg Council Annual Egg Cook-off this year at the Des Moines Botanical and Environmental Center! Sample "eggstraordinary" recipes while your children participate in various crafts & activities throughout the facility. Spend some time at our petting zoo including bunnies, chicks and ducklings. The Easter Bunny will be handing out treats. To request an entry blank with contest rules, contact the Iowa Egg Council at 1-877-IOWAEGG (877-469-2344) or via the website – www.iowaegg.org. For additional event information, please call the Botanical Center at 323-6290. Botanical Center, Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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Scrapbooks & Vino
Cost includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, bottle of Summerset wine and table rental . Call 515-961-3545. Summerset Winery, Indianola Send this listing to a friend
Open "MICk" Night at The Q March 20th. Featuring Kelly's Clan Irish Acoustic Trio, contests, jokes, prizes, blessings, music & more! Come get lucky at The Q! For more information, call Eric Stimson at 515-224-7440 or e-mail eric@thedmq.com. The Q, 1250 8th Street, West Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
Come to Cabaret WG before the Black Eyed Peas concert and get free transportation to the show! Cabaret WG will also be giving away a pair of tickets to the show at 6pm. Drink specials include $2 Bacardi drinks and $4 Bacardi bombs. Cabaret West Glen, West Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
Can't get away for Spring Break? Get stranded at Cabaret WG's third annual Beach Party. Once again, the patio will be transformed into a tropical beach oasis complete with sand! Tropical-themed dance party in the VIP room. Drink specials include $3 UV Vodka drinks, featuring the new UV Coconut Vodka. Don't forget your flippy floppies! Cabaret West Glen, West Des Moines Send this listing to a friend
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Cabaret West Glen Martini Madness
Cabaret's third annual Martini Madness begins Wednesday, March 10. Come fill out a bracket and see your favorite martinis make their way to the finals! Contest runs every Wednesday through April 7th and martinis are only $4! If your bracket wins you could win free martinis for a year. Cabaret West Glen, West Des Moines Send this listing to a friend