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Concerts/Live Music
• Eddie Gumucio at Borders, Ames, 6 p.m.
• Eddie Gumucio at Bali Satay, Ames, 9 p.m.
• Drake Jazz Ensemble I in the Performing Arts Hall of the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• The Reproduction Board, Reckless Generation, The Prospectors at the House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Tom Feldmann & The Get Rites with Josh Harty and The Mayflies and Sighs and Silence at Vaudeville Mews, 8 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Duo At Ten Paces at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Iowa Blues Challenge at Blues on Grand, 9 p.m. $6. 244-3092.
• Rob Lumbard every Thursday at The Continental, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-5845.
• Chris Ranallo and Scott Kacher every Thursday at Champps Restaurant & Bar, 8:30 p.m. – midnight. Free. 440-6565.

Exhibitions/Displays
• Orrefors Signing Event at Josephs, 4 – 8 p.m. Free. 440-2991.
• “Wild About ACEOs!” Invitational Group Show at Andy’s Frame Shop, featuring Iowa Artists and their collectible Small Format Art, through April 27, 867-6072.
• “Obscurity Strikes Back: A Juried Competition of Local Artists at Village Bean, through April 27.
• “The Oxford Project: Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom in the Print Gallery of the Des Moines Art Center through April 29. 557-6109.
• Watercolors by Charlotte Hamity at Grace United Methodist Church through April 29.
• “Simple Is True” by Shadley Grei at The Lift, through April. 288-3777.
• “In Search of the Peranakan Phoenix” by Kemlyn Tan Bappe at Ritual Cafe, through May 2. 288-4872.
• “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt” at the State Historical Museum, through May 7. $5. 281-5111.
• “Meet the New You” by Bryan Crockett, Sabrina Raaf, Ruud Van Empel, and Magnus Wallin at the Des Moines Art Center through May 2. 557-6109.
• “Memories in Mixed Media” by Faith Berven at Plymouth Church, through May 11. 255-3149.
• “The Blue Windows” by Liliana and Adolfo Carbajal at 1124 2nd St, Perry, through May 19, viewing times Thurs.-Sat. Noon - 6 p.m.. (515) 979-9523.
• “Monster Heart” by D. Ryan Allen at Border’s Books, West Des Moines, through May 20. 223-1620.
• “On Immigration: Work, Protest, and Home” by Andy Kropa at the Carnegie Library Museum, through June 1. (515) 465-2518.
• “Jazz on Display” by Don, Jon and Sean Ekie at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine & Cigar, continuous showings throughout 2007. Tuesdays - Sundays, 4 - 8 p.m. 255-3006

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Following His Footsteps:A Grandson Retraces Henry A. Wallace's Wartime Mission to Siberia & Mongolia at Des Moines Public Library, Central Library, 6:30 p.m. Free.
• Save the Water Campaign: “Water is a Wo(men)’s Issue” eight week study session at Northwest Community Center, 6 p.m. 282-4814.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Baby with the Bathwater” in Studio 55 of the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 8 p.m. $5. 271-3841.
• “The Full Monty” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7:30 p.m.
• “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?” at The Temple Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.

Night Life
• Johnny Sanchez at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Drinking Liberally every Thursday at The Lift, 8 p.m. 288-3777.
• Mullet Night at People’s in Ames, 9 p.m. $3. 292-4501.
• Karaoke every other Thursday at Kathy’s 14th St. Tavern with Bear Creek Productions, 8:30 p.m. 266-3466.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Prairie Steakhouse & Lounge, Prairie City, with Bear Creek Productions, 8 p.m. – midnight. (515) 994-2333.
• Karaoke every Thursday at 3rd Base Sports Bar, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 221-2317.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Rookies, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 964-8707.
• Karaoke every Thursday at A.K. O’Connor’s West with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. Free. 226-1717.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Red Baron Lounge with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 265-5611.
• Karaoke and Acoustic Open Mic Night at Bali Satay in Ames, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 292-7719.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Connie’s Lounge, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 278-9797.
• Karaoke every Thursday at D’s Maingate, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-2716.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Hull Avenue Tavern with DJ Skittles, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Denny D’s, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 264-9816.
• Karaoke every Thursday at the Garden, 10 p.m. 243-3965.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Gerri’s Tavern, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 265-8383.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Gronau’s with Metro Entertainment, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 334-7350.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Hugh’s Jungle Room, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 254-3080.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Keysters with Metro Entertainment, 7 p.m. 252-1403.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Maddy’s Place with Metro Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 267-8973.
• Karaoke every Thursday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke at Okoboji Grill in Johnston every Thursday with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 276-5255.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Orlondo’s with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 244-3637.
• Karaoke at Okoboji Grill South every Thursday with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 287-1979.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Terrible’s Lakeside Casino with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 7-11 p.m. (800) 477-5253.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Razamatazz Grill & Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 331-1111.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Krieger’s Sports Bar and Grill with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 440-0337.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Scorno’s Sports Club, 8 p.m. – midnight. 244-1935.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Wanna B’s, 8 p.m. – midnight.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Tanner’s Pub in Clive, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 270-0070.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10 p.m. 255-1111.

Miscellaneous
• Drake Relays Elite Women’s High Jump at Nollen Plaza, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. 271-3119.
• Drake Relays Foam Dance Party at Olmsted Terrace Patio, 9 - 11:30 p.m. Free. 271-3119.
• Elk Lodge sponsors smoke free bingo every Tuesday at 7400 Hickman Rd. in Urbandale, 5:30 p.m. doors open, 7 p.m. sessions begin. 252-1717.

Friday27

Concerts/Live Music
• Midwest Children’s Choir at Stephens Auditorium, Ames, 7 p.m. $15. (515) 233-1888.
• Lissa Schneckenburger at Octagon Center for the Arts, Ames, 8 p.m. $12. (515) 232-5331 ext. 221.
• Public Property and Remedy at the Court Avenue Tent Party, 7 p.m. - midnight.
• DJ Phase Two at Court Avenue Brewing Company, 7 p.m.
• Matt Woods and the Thunderbolts at Cycle’s Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Free.
• Floodplane at El Bait Shop, 7 p.m.
• Mr. Baber’s Neighbors at Johnny’s Hall of Fame, 7 p.m.
• Fileo at Liars Club, 7 p.m.
• Yetti Bluz Band at Buzzard Billy’s, 7 p.m.
• DJ John Huffman at The Lifty, 7 p.m.
• Homemade Headtrip, Soapbox Prophets at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 207-3887.
• Sam Salomone Trio at Tini’s, 9 p.m. Free.
• One Nite Stand at Crave, 9:30 p.m. Free.
• Kate Kennedy at Amici, 8 - 10 p.m. Free. 288-1492.
• Casados at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies.
• Tom Vollman at Java Joe’s, 10 - 11:30 p.m. Free. 288-4829.
• Spouse withTom Thumb and Milkwar and Betty Buzzkill at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. Free. 243-3270.
• Josh Davis at Keysters, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 252-1403.
• Tony Valdez and the Retro Rockets at Cosmopolitan Lounge, 9 p.m. $5. 288-5800.
• 3 AM Band at Hull Avenue, 9:30 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Public Property at Racoon River Brewing Co., 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Bill Melton at Cafe Diem, 7:30 p.m. Free. 964-7374.
• Flipside at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free. (800) 325-9015.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Drake Relays party in the Forte Banquet Center fo the InPlay Building, 8 p.m. - midnight Cover varies. 997-7334.
• Central Standard Time at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Nick Moss & the Fliptops at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $8. 244-3092.
• Infandous, Dying Eyes, Fatal Fll, Eddie Buzzard at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Calous, Speedfinger, Sordid, Ditchwater at the House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Roxi Copeland Trio at The Continental, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-5845.
• Jethro’s All Stars Live Jam every Friday at D’s Maingate, 9 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• Yesterday’s Creation every Friday at Wanna B’s, 8 p.m. - midnight.
• The “Acoustic Dude” every Friday at Spaghetti’s Restaurant in Southridge Mall. 7 – 10 p.m. Free. 953-1700.
• Janey Hooper/Suzie Miget Project featuring drummer John Kizilarmut every Friday at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 8:30 – 11:30 p.m. Free. 255-3006.
• Kaizer Trio every Friday at the Gateway. 5 - 7 p.m. (515) 291-6097.
• Larry Berenguel every Friday at Orlondo’s, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-3637.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “Obscurity Strikes Back: A Juried Competition of Local Artists” at Village Bean, Awards Ceremony, 6 p.m.
• Arts in the Village in East Village, 5 - 8 p.m. Free. 282-3496.
• “Wild About ACEOs!” Invitational Group Show at Andy’s Frame Shop, featuring Iowa Artists and their collectible Small Format Art, through April 27, 867-6072.
• “Obscurity Strikes Back: A Juried Competition of Local Artists at Village Bean, through April 27.
• “The Oxford Project: Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom in the Print Gallery of the Des Moines Art Center through April 29. 557-6109.
• Watercolors by Charlotte Hamity at Grace United Methodist Church through April 29.
• “Simple Is True” by Shadley Grei at The Lift, through April. 288-3777.
• “In Search of the Peranakan Phoenix” by Kemlyn Tan Bappe at Ritual Cafe, through May 2. 288-4872.
• Works by Drake Students Michael DeBord, Erin Headley, Adrianne Konrad, Sarah Whited, Tianshu Ge, Skates Heck in the Anderson Gallery in the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, Through May 5. 271-1994.
• “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt” at the State Historical Museum, through May 7. $5. 281-5111.
• “Meet the New You” by Bryan Crockett, Sabrina Raaf, Ruud Van Empel and Magnus Wallin at the Des Moines Art Center through May 2. 557-6109.
• “Memories in Mixed Media” by Faith Berven at Plymouth Church, through May 11. 255-3149.
• The Blue Windows by Liliana and Adolfo Carbajal at 1124 2nd St, Perry, through May 19, viewing times Thurs.-Sat. Noon - 6 p.m.. (515) 979-9523.
• “Monster Heart” by D. Ryan Allen at Border’s Books, West Des Moines, through May 20. 223-1620.
• New Works by Bill Innes, Paula Schuette Kramer, Dan McNamara, John Preston, Ken Smith, Tilly Woodward, Sarah Grant, Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through May 26. 277-6734.
• On Immigration: Work, Protest, and Home by Andy Kropa at the Carnegie Library Museum, through June 1. (515) 465-2518.
• “Jazz on Display” by Don, Jon and Sean Ekie at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine & Cigar, continuous showings throughout 2007. Tuesdays - Sundays, 4 - 8 p.m. 255-3006

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• The Breakup of Yugoslavia and the Fight for Self-Determination of Kosova with Speaker Frank Forrestal at 3707 Douglas Ave. Dinner: 6:30 p.m. $5. Program: 7:30 p.m. 255-1707.
• “Jovian Planets Part 2: Saturn Moons, Uranus and Neptune.” at Drake University Observatory, 8 p.m. 271-3141.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Baby with the Bathwater” in Studio 55 of the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 8 p.m. $5. 271-3841.
• “The Full Monty” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7:30 p.m.
• “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?” at The Temple Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.

Night Life
• Johnny Sanchez at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke every Friday with DJ Flava Productions at Some Place Else, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-6394.
• Karaoke every Friday at Hull Avenue Tavern with DJ Skittles, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Karaoke every Friday at Mickey Finn’s with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 270-8738.
• Karaoke every Friday at Razamatazz Grill & Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 331-1111.
• Karaoke every Friday at The Irishman Pub, Indianola, with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. (515) 961-9740.
• Karaoke every Friday at The Blue Moon Bar & Grill with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Karaoke every Friday at Stroll Inn with Bear Creek Productions, 8 p.m. - midnight. 265-9775.
• Karaoke every Friday at Scooter & Babs Sports Bar and Grill with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-1491.
• Karaoke every Friday at Signatures, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 962-1331.
• Karaoke every Friday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Friday at Smokey’s Old Place Saloon with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 243-9831.
• Karaoke every Friday at Southpost Sports Bar with TJ, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 953-0473.
• Karaoke every Friday at Palmer’s Pub with Robby, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Karaoke every Friday at Maddy’s Place with Metro Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 267-8973.
• Karaoke every Friday at Red Rock, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-2317.
• Karaoke every Friday at Junction 122, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 255-4100.
• Karaoke every Friday at Vic & Andy’s with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 285-9326.
• Karaoke every Friday at Rookies, Clive, with Showtime Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. 987-0093.
• Karaoke every Friday at The Nest, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Friday at Los Compadres, 9:30 p.m. 245-9733.
• Karaoke every Friday at Mickey’s Irish Pub in Waukee with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 252-0248.
• Karaoke every Friday at Murphy’s Bar & Grill in Urbandale, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 334-0633.
• Karaoke every Friday at Slackers in Clive, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 279-2488.
• Karaoke every Friday at Razamatazz in Urbandale, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 278-9575.
• Karaoke every Friday at Bennigan’s on Army Post Rd. with Smitty’s, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 309-3111.
• Karaoke every Friday at Gene’s, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 266-9423.
• Karaoke every Friday at Yo Yo’s, 8 p.m. – midnight. 266-9144.
• Karaoke every Friday at the 14th Street Tavern, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-3446.
• Karaoke every Friday at Hugh’s Jungle Room, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 254-3080.
• Karaoke every Friday at Eddy’s Sports Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-9097.
• Karaoke every Friday at 14th Street Tavern with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-3446.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/Outdoors
• Drake Relays Events Begin at Drake Stadium, 8 a.m. 271-3791.
• Drake Relays Foam Dance Party at Olmsted Terrace Patio, 9 - 11:30 p.m. Free. 271-3119.
• Spotlight Dance Cup 2007 Regional Competition at Polk County Convention Complex, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.

Miscellaneous
• Mercy College Graduation at Hy-Vee Hall, 2:30 p.m.
• Drake Relays Alumni Lunch between Herriott Hall and Harvey Ingham Hall, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. $9. 271-3119.
• Drake Relays Court Avenue Celebration in Downtown Des Moines, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 271-3119.
• Iowa Genealogical Society Garage Sale at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library. 276-0287.
• A Centennial Celebration Event at Hoyt Sherman Place, 8 p.m.
• Wine and Beer Tastings every Friday at Mars Café, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Free. 369-6277

Saturday28

Concerts/Live Music
• African Drumming at the Des Moines Public Library, Central Library, 10 a.m. Free.
• ISU Hip Hop Dance Club Presents: “Project Hip Hop.” at Fisher Theater, Ames, Noon, 3 p.m., and 6 p.m. $12. (515) 233-1888.
• Des Moines Area Community College Ankey Campus Choral Ensemble Concert at DMACC Ankney Campus Building #6 Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. Free. 964-6633.
• Suicide Angels with Special Guest Brutal Republic at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 207-3887.
• Tim Mahoney at Keysters, 8 p.m. $7. 252-1403.
• Sam Salomone Trio at Tini’s, 9 p.m. Free.
• Axis at The Gold Star Bar, Winterset, 9 p.m. Free.
• Kat Darling and Aaron Earl Short at Java Joe’s, 9:30 - 11:30 p.m. Free. 288-4829.
• HipHop Show at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Free.
• Paul Johnson at Trostels Dish, Free.
• Kendall Meyer at The Venue, Boone, 9 p.m. Free. (515) 433-4500.
• Brian Congdon and Curtis James at Racoon River Brewing Co., 10:30 p.m. Free.
• A.M. Radio Band at D’s Maingate, 9 p.m. Free.
• Amelia White at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Shogun: Love of Life at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Jason Brown at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free. (800) 325-9015.
• Chubby Carrier & the Bayou Swamp Band at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• The High Crest at Java Joe’s, 10 – 11:30 p.m. Free. 288-5282.
• Mindrite, Screaming Mechanical Brain, Drift Effect, Foregone at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Mindrite, The Soapbox Prophets, Drift Effect, Ephraim Zehn at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• The Janey Hooper/Susie Miget Project featuring drummer John Kizolarmut every Saturday at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine & Cigar, 8:30 – 11:30 p.m. Free. 255-3006.
• Ross Clark Trio every Saturday at Sam and Gabe’s Italian Bistro, 8 – 11 p.m. Free. 271-9200.
• The Dave Camwell Quartet at The Continental, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-5845.
• Yesterday’s Creation every Saturday at Wanna B’s, 8 p.m. - midnight.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “The Oxford Project: Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom in the Print Gallery of the Des Moines Art Center through April 29. 557-6109.
• Watercolors by Charlotte Hamity at Grace United Methodist Church through April 29.
• “Simple Is True” by Shadley Grei at The Lift, through April. 288-3777.
• “In Search of the Peranakan Phoenix” by Kemlyn Tan Bappe at Ritual Cafe, through May 2. 288-4872.
• “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt” at the State Historical Museum, through May 7. $5. 281-5111.
• “Meet the New You” by Bryan Crockett, Sabrina Raaf, Ruud Van Empel and Magnus Wallin at the Des Moines Art Center through May 2. 557-6109.
• Works by Drake Students Michael DeBord, Erin Headley, Adrianne Konrad, Sarah Whited, Tianshu Ge, Skates Heck in the Anderson Gallery in the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, Through May 5. 271-1994.
• “Memories in Mixed Media” by Faith Berven at Plymouth Church, through May 11. 255-3149.
• The Blue Windows by Liliana and Adolfo Carbajal at 1124 2nd St, Perry, through May 19, viewing times Thurs.-Sat. Noon - 6 p.m.. (515) 979-9523.
• “Monster Heart” by D. Ryan Allen at Border’s Books, West Des Moines, through May 20. 223-1620.
• New Works by Bill Innes, Paula Schuette Kramer, Dan McNamara, John Preston, Ken Smith, Tilly Woodwartd, Sarah Grant, Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through May 26. 277-6734.
• On Immigration: Work, Protest, and Home by Andy Kropa at the Carnegie Library Museum, through June 1. (515) 465-2518.
• “Jazz on Display” by Don, Jon and Sean Ekie at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine & Cigar, continuous showings throughout 2007. Tuesdays - Sundays, 4 - 8 p.m. 255-3006.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Learn About Fossil Fish with Curator Bill Johnson at the State Historical Museum, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $55. Limited to 20 people ages 12 and older. 281-4129.
• Veteran Genealogy at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 10 a.m. Free. 276-0287.
• Slumber Party Genealogy at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, search until you drop, 9 a.m. - 6 a.m. $10. 276-0287.

Family Oriented
• Lunch and Laughs at Class Act Productions Theatre, Altoona, 11 a.m. $10. 967-7950.
• Stories and Crafts at Borders Books and Music every Saturday, 11 a.m. Free. 223-1620.
• Storytime every Saturday at Barnes & Noble, 11 a.m. Pre-kindergartners through second-graders welcome. Free. 221-9171.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Baby with the Bathwater” in Studio 55 of the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. $5. 271-3841.
• “She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not” at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7:30 p.m. $18.
• “The Full Monty” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m.
• “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?” at The Temple Theater, Civic Center, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Night Life
• Johnny Sanchez at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke at Billies Lounge, Elkhart, 8 p.m. Free. (515) 367-3016.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Hull Avenue Tavern with DJ Skittles, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Mickey Finn’s with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 270-8738.
• Karaoke every Saturday with DJ Flava Productions at Some Place Else, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-6394.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Red Rock, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-2317.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Slackers with Ryan, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 279-2488.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Signatures, 10 p.m. - close. 962-1331.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Royal Flush with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 564-1140.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Ron’s Dawg House with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 266-3668.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Smokey’s Old Place Saloon with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 243-9831.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Brew Haus, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 256-9834.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Mickey’s Irish Pub in Waukee, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 987-9604.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Maddy’s Place with Metro Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 267-8973.
• Karaoke every Saturday at TR’s Sports Bar with Chris Love, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. 255-9985.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Southport Sports Bar with Scotty, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 953-0473.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Eddy’s Sports Bar, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 266-9097.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Tanner’s Pub in Clive, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 270-0070.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Murphy’s Bar & Grill in Urbandale, 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. 334-0633.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Okoboji Grill in South Des Moines, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 276-5255.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Razamatazz Bar and Grill with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 331-1111.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Orlondo’s with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service. 9 p.m. 244-3637.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Old World Pizza and Pub with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service, 9 p.m. 953-3700.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Gene’s, 9 p.m. to 1 p.m. 266-9423.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Kenny’s Pub in Waukee with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 987-0161
• Karaoke every Saturday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Hugh’s Jungle Room, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 254-3080.
• Karaoke every Friday at Rookies, Clive, with Showtime Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. 987-0093.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/Outdoors
• Drake Relays Events Begin at Drake Stadium, 8 a.m. 271-3791.
• Iowa Stars vs. Omaha at Wells Fargo Arena 7 p.m. 564-8000.
• XFC MMA Coliseum Carnage I at Hilton Coliseum, 8 p.m. 274-0849.
• Extreme Championship Bullriding at The Venue, Boone, 7 p.m. $10. (515) 433-4500
• Spotlight Dance Cup 2007 Regional Competition at Polk County Convention Complex, 8 a.m. - 8:50 p.m. Free.

Miscellaneous
• Drake Relays Student Activities Board Relays Committee Pancake Feed between Herriott Hall and Harvey Ingham Hall, 1 - 3 a.m. 271-3119.
• Drake Relays Foam Dance Party at Olmsted Terrace Patio, 9 - 11:30 p.m. Free. 271-3119.
• Drake Relays Step Show in the Parents Hall of the Olmsted Center, 7 p.m. - midnight. 271-3791.
• Booksigning with John Domini, author of “Earthquake I.D.” at Beaverdale Books, 3:30 p.m. 279-5400.
• Salad Luncheon, Plant & Bake Sale at Miller United Methodist Church, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 262-7715.
• Iowa Genealogical Society Garage Sale at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library. 276-0287.

Sunday29

Concerts/Live Music
• Drake Chamber Choir with the Des Moines Vocal Arts Ensemble, Waukee A Cappella Choir, Valley High School Singers, Dowling High School Chamber Singers at St. Ambrose Cathedral, 3 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• Drake Wind Symphony and Drake Concert Band in the Performing Arts Hall of the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• Vocal Studio Recital: Students of Anne Stein at Grand Hall, The Temple for Performing Arts, 6 p.m.
• Josh & Josh at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Maurie Goode and the Country Gentlemen at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 4 - 7 p.m. Free. (800) 325-9015.
• Ashanti at Summerset Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Open Jam every Sunday at Wanna B’s, 4 - 8:30 p.m. Free.
• Country Jam Session with Cowpunk every Sunday at Johnny Mac’s, 7 p.m. – 1 a.m. Free. 263-1186.
• Larry Berenguel every Sunday at Appare, 7 - 10 p.m. Free.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “The Oxford Project: Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom in the Print Gallery of the Des Moines Art Center through April 29. 557-6109.
• Watercolors by Charlotte Hamity at Grace United Methodist Church through April 29.
• “Simple Is True” by Shadley Grei at The Lift, through April. 288-3777.
• “In Search of the Peranakan Phoenix” by Kemlyn Tan Bappe at Ritual Cafe, through May 2. 288-4872.
• “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt” at the State Historical Museum, through May 7. $5. 281-5111.
• “Meet the New You” by Bryan Crockett, Sabrina Raaf, Ruud Van Empel and Magnus Wallin at the Des Moines Art Center through May 2. 557-6109.
• Works by Drake Students Michael DeBord, Erin Headley, Adrianne Konrad, Sarah Whited, Tianshu Ge, Skates Heck in the Anderson Gallery in the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, Through May 5. 271-1994.
• “Memories in Mixed Media” by Faith Berven at Plymouth Church, through May 11. 255-3149.
• The Blue Windows by Liliana and Adolfo Carbajal at 1124 2nd St, Perry, through May 19, viewing times Thurs.-Sat. Noon - 6 p.m.. (515) 979-9523.
• “Monster Heart” by D. Ryan Allen at Border’s Books, West Des Moines, through May 20. 223-1620.
• New Works by Bill Innes, Paula Schuette Kramer, Dan McNamara, John Preston, Ken Smith, Tilly Woodward, Sarah Grant, Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through May 26. 277-6734.
• On Immigration: Work, Protest, and Home by Andy Kropa at the Carnegie Library Museum, through June 1. (515) 465-2518.
• “Jazz on Display” by Don, Jon, and Sean Ekie at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine & Cigar, continuous showings throughout 2007. Tuesdays - Sundays, 4 - 8 p.m. 255-3006.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• “Voices from Darfur” at Hoyt Sherman Theater, 4 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Baby with the Bathwater” in Studio 55 of the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 2 p.m. $5. 271-3841.
• “Death in the Big Eleven.” A murder/mystery screenplay reading by L.E. Stephens at Vaudville Mews, 7 - 9 p.m.
• “The Full Monty” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m.
• “The Male Intellect: An Oxymoron?” at The Temple Theater, Civic Center, 3 p.m.

Night Life
• Johnny Sanchez at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Reggae Night every Sunday at Red Rock Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. $10. 331-2317.
• Service Industry Night every Sunday at Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery, 9 p.m. 267-8900.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Champps Restaurant & Bar with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 440-6565.
• Karaoke every Sunday with Carmen at Kenny D’s, 8 p.m. – midnight. Free. 263-9900.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Bradley’s Pub with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 222-9592.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Orlondo’s on Park with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. 244-3637.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Denny D’s, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 264-9816.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Gene’s, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 266-9423.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Gronau’s with Metro Entertainment, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. 334-7350.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Keysters with Metro Entertainment, 6:30 p.m. 252-1403.
• Karaoke every Sunday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Razamatazz Grill & Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 331-1111.
• Karaoke every Sunday at Smokey’s BBQ, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 288-8228 .
• Karaoke every Sunday at Southport Sports Bar with DC DJ, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 953-0473.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/Outdoors
• Spotlight Dance Cup 2007 Regional Competition at Polk County Convention Complex, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free.

Miscellaneous
• Elks Lodge sponsors smoke free bingo every Sunday at 7400 Hickman Rd. in Urbandale, 12:30 p.m. doors open, 2 p.m. sessions begin. 252-1717.

Monday30

Concerts/Live Music
• The Dollyrots with Cloning Icarus and No More Kings and The Garage Lights at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Chamber Orchestra Concert at Temple for Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. Free. 280-3332.
• Sam Miller at The Continental every Monday, 9 p.m. Free. 244-5845.
• The Des Moines Big Band with Rob Scheps at the Adventureland Inn Restaurant every Monday, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. $3-$4. All ages. 265-7321.

Exhibitions/ Displays
“Simple Is True” by Shadley Grei at The Lift, through April. 288-3777.
• “In Search of the Peranakan Phoenix” by Kemlyn Tan Bappe at Ritual Cafe, through May 2. 288-4872.
• Works by Drake Students Michael DeBord, Erin Headley, Adrianne Konrad, Sarah Whited, Tianshu Ge, Skates Heck in the Anderson Gallery in the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, Through May 5. 271-1994.
• “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt” at the State Historical Museum, through May 7. $5. 281-5111.
• “Memories in Mixed Media” by Faith Berven at Plymouth Church, through May 11. 255-3149.
• The Blue Windows by Liliana and Adolfo Carbajal at 1124 2nd St, Perry, through May 19, viewing times Thurs.-Sat. Noon - 6 p.m.. (515) 979-9523.
• “Monster Heart” by D. Ryan Allen at Border’s Books, West Des Moines, through May 20. 223-1620.
• New Works by Bill Innes, Paula Schuette Kramer, Dan McNamara, John Preston, Ken Smith, Tilly Woodward, Sarah Grant, Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through May 26. 277-6734.
• On Immigration: Work, Protest, and Home by Andy Kropa at the Carnegie Library Museum, through June 1. (515) 465-2518.
• “Meet the New You” by Bryan Crockett, Sabrina Raaf, Ruud Van Empel and Magnus Wallin at the Des Moines Art Center through May 2. 557-6109.

Night Life
• Karaoke every Friday at Ron’s Dawg House with Bear Creek Productions, 8 p.m. 266-3668.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.
• Karaoke every Monday at Cabaret West Glen, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. 225-1105.
• Karaoke every Monday at D’s Main Gate, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-2716.
• Karaoke every Monday at Plaza Pub with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 331-0871
• Karaoke every Monday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Monday at Razamatazz Grill & Bar with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-1111.
• Karaoke every Monday at Victor’s Sports Bar with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 278-9575.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10 p.m. 255-1111.

Sports/Outdoors
• Iowa Cubs vs. Nashville at Principal Park, 7:05 p.m.

Tuesday01

Concerts/Live Music
• Insane Clown Posse with Twiztid Val Air Ballroom, 7 p.m. $30.
• Drake Jazz Enseble II Concert in the Performing Arts Hall, Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• Justin Fletcher & the Outcast of Comedy at Shooter’s Hideaway. $7. 270-3887.
• The High Crest at Doozie’s, in the Embassy Suites, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Cabaret West Glen, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 225-1105.
• Bob Pace Band at Blues on Grand, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3092.
• Open Mic Night every Tuesday at Mars Café, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Free. 369-6277.
• C.C. Stewart every Tuesday at The Continental, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-5845.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• “In Search of the Peranakan Phoenix” by Kemlyn Tan Bappe at Ritual Cafe, through May 2. 288-4872.
• Works by Drake Students Michael DeBord, Erin Headley, Adrianne Konrad, Sarah Whited, Tianshu Ge, Skates Heck in the Anderson Gallery in the Harmon Fine Arts Center at Drake University, Through May 5. 271-1994.
• “Hatching the Past: The Great Dinosaur Egg Hunt” at the State Historical Museum, through May 7. $5. 281-5111.
• “Meet the New You” by Bryan Crockett, Sabrina Raaf, Ruud Van Empel and Magnus Wallin at the Des Moines Art Center through May 2. 557-6109.
• “Memories in Mixed Media” by Faith Berven at Plymouth Church, through May 11. 255-3149.
• The Blue Windows by Liliana and Adolfo Carbajal at 1124 2nd St, Perry, through May 19, viewing times Thurs.-Sat. Noon - 6 p.m.. (515) 979-9523.
• “Monster Heart” by D. Ryan Allen at Border’s Books, West Des Moines, through May 20. 223-1620.

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