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Thursday 28

Concerts/Live Music
• Vertigo Joe, National Fire Theory at House of Bricks, 7 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Truckstop Souvenir at the Octagon Center for the Arts, Ames, 8 p.m.
• Moonspell Beach at Java Joes, 9 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Tune In to Main Street with Porch Stompers in Ames, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
• Big Al’s Blues Busters at Valley Junction Farmer’s Market, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
• Paul Falomon & Pat Ehrils at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Cabin with Hayward Williams and Arms and Legs and Katelyn Epperly at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Des Moines Symophony Academy Piano at the Temple for Performing Arts, 5:30 p.m. Free.
• Des Moines Symophony Academy Flute Choir at the Temple for Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Nitefall on the River at Simon Estes Ampitheater, 7 p.m.
• Jazz Night with Nathan Peoples and Sam Salamone at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Fancy Pants every Thursday at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 8 – 10 p.m. Free. 255-3006.
• Watermelon Slim & the Workers at Blues on Grand, 7 p.m. Free. 244-3092.
• Matt Woods 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
• Work by Martin Davis at The Lift, through June. 288-3777.
• Molly Free Art Exhibition at Ritual Cafe, through June.
• Don Berry Photography Exhibit at the Ankeny Art Center, through July 5, 965-0940.
• Artwork by John Siembieda and Scott Stouffer at Plymouth Church, through July 13. 255-3149.
• Annual Landscape Show featuring Gary Bowling, David Gordinier, Betsy Margolius, Bobbie McKibbin, Genie Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• “The Oxford Project Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• Artwork by John Carroll at Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through July 21. 279-8682.
• Photo Exhibit, “The Dobson — Inside and Out” by Bev Duffy and Mark Duffy at Faith Lutheran Church, through July 22. 225-8334.
• Iowa Artists Series: Charlotte Cain, George Lowa, Susan Chrysler White at the Downtown Art Center, through Aug. 3.
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26, 271-0338.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “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
• A New Home. A New Life. Now What for Des Moines’ Refugees? at Sullivan Center, Mercy College of Health Sciences, 6 - 8 p.m. Reservations required, 282-3561.

Family Oriented
• Bugs and Mud at 4-Miles Creek in Sargent Park, 4 - 5:30 p.m. Environmental education hosted by the Des Mones Park and Rec.
• Heritage Carousel at Union Park, noon - 7 p.m. 323-8200.

Night Life
• John Evans at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Drinking Liberally every Thursday at The Lift, 8 p.m. 288-3777.
• 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 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 Dog House, Ankeny, with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 965-7703.
• 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
• Farmer’s Market/Music in the Junction in Valley Junction, every Thursday through Sept. 4,
8 p.m. 222-3642
• 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.

Friday 29

Concerts/Live Music
• Big Wooden Radio on the U.S. Cellular Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• DiJohn, Inner Rain, Stallions Versus Unicorns on the Meredith Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Kelly’s Clan, Hot Club of Des Moines, Party Gras Classic Jazz Band, The 34th Army Band Rhythm Majors on the Prairie Meadows Performing Arts Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• ProMusica at Snus Winery, Madrid, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Blues Before Sunset with Soul Searchers, East Village Bike Night, at the State Historical Building, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m.
• Dueling Pianos with Mister Sam and James Brown at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Friday at the Fountain with Back’n the Day featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at West Glen Town Center, 5 - 7:30 p.m. $5.
• Katch 22 at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• One Nite Stand at Hessen Haus, 10 p.m. Cover varies.
• Particle with Fat Maw Mooney at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $15. 243-3270.
• A.M. Radio at Cycles Walnut Street Tap, 9 p.m.
• Vertigo USA (U2 Tribute) at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• After Hours at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Dave Mehling at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• 3AM Band at Hull Avenue, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Killpact, Reality’s Flaw, Speedfinger, Prevail in the Hail of Gunfire at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• Mindasylum, Sin Hinge, Plan B at House of Bricks, 9 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• Eddie Shaw & the Wolfgang at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. Free. 244-3092.
• 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 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
• Des Moines Arts Festival at Western Gateway Park, Downtown Des Moines, 4 - 10 p.m. Free.
• Work by Martin Davis at The Lift, through June. 288-3777.
• Molly Free Art Exhibition at Ritual Cafe, through June.
• Don Berry Photography Exhibit at the Ankeny Art Center, through July 5, 965-0940.
• Annual Landscape Show featuring Gary Bowling, David Gordinier, Betsy Margolius, Bobbie McKibbin, Genie Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• “The Oxford Project Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• Artwork by John Carroll at Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through July 21. 279-8682.
• Photo Exhibit, “The Dobson - Inside and Out” by Bev Duffy and Mark Duffy at Faith Lutheran Church, through July 22. 225-8334.
• Iowa Artists Series: Charlotte Cain, George Lowa, Susan Chrysler White at the Downtown Art Center, through Aug. 3.
• “Tom Sachs” Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26, 271-0338.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “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
• Third Annual Iowa Interpreters and Translators Conference at Des Moines Area Community College, Urban Campus, Building 1, 4 p.m. 865-3873.

Family Oriented
• Heritage Carousel at Union Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. 323-8200.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Carmen” at the Des Moines Metro Opera, 7:30 p.m. 961-6221.
• T’Ink Improv at Fourth Street Theatre, 8 p.m. $8. 243-3270.

Night Life
• John Evans 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
• Iowa Cubs vs. Oklahoma at Principal Park, 7:05 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Iowa Festival of Racing at Prairie Meadows, all day.
• Wine and Beer Tastings every Friday at Mars Café, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Free. 369-6277.
• Wine and Beer Tastings at Wine & Spirits Gallery, 5 - 7 p.m. Free. 270-8609.

Saturday 30

Concerts/Live Music
• Wild Wild West Music Fest at Festival Park, Sleepy Hollow, all day.
• Lazer 103.3 Waterstock Rock at Waterworks Park, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.
• The Heroes, The Trained Professionals, Bob Hillman, Forty Watt Bulb, Josh Davis, The Tyler Thompson Band, Dick Prall, Benjamin Wagner, Randy Burk and the Prisoners on the U.S. Cellular Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Nic Arp, Las Guitarra de Mexico, Lojo Russo, Homemade Headtrip, Isiserettes, Deja VooDoo, Little Mojo, Blue Island Tribe on the Meredith Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Clubhouse at the Playhouse, Iowa Dance Theatre/Tap Des Moines, Bobbi Brown Makeup Artist, Selections from Disney’s High School Musical, Foy School of Irish Dance, Roberto the Magnificent, Party Guise, World Port on the Prairie Meadows Performing Arts Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Willy Shay at Cafe di Scala, 8 - 10:30 p.m.
• Olde Main’s Outdoor Concert with Mooseknuckle at Olde Main Brewing Co. & Restaurant, Ames, 8 p.m. (515) 232-0553.
• Dueling Pianos with Mister Sam and James Brown at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• After Hours at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Boggy Depot at Cycles Walnut Street Tap, 9 p.m.
• Dixieland Band at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Free.
• Westside Band at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• The Craig Swalwell Band at Hull Avenue, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Summer Heat with $Trick9 and Gaiden Gadema and Chester P at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Quiet Company, Pocket Full of Nickels at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Moonspell Beach at Cafe Diem, 7:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• Jason Brown at Osceola Independence Day Celebration, 9 p.m.
• Big Joe & His Kin at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Eric Coleman at Ritual Cafe, 6:30 p.m. Free. 288-4872.
• Cell Division at Java Joe’s, 10 – 11:30 p.m. Free. 288-5282.
• One Nite Stand at Smokey’s BBQ, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Fatal Fall, Prevail in the Hail of Gunfire, Chaotic Rest at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• The Garage Lights, A Gun Named Hope, Motogrind, On the Eve of War at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Damon Fowler at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. Free. 244-3092.
• Janey Hooper/ Suzie Miget Project featuring drummer John Kizilarmut at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and 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
• ArtFest Midwest “The Other Art Show” at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Varied Industries Building, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free.
• Des Moines Arts Festival at Western Gateway Park, Downtown Des Moines, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Free.
• Work by Martin Davis at The Lift, through June. 288-3777.
• Molly Free Art Exhibition at Ritual Cafe, through June.
• Don Berry Photography Exhibit at the Ankeny Art Center, through July 5, 965-0940.
• Annual Landscape Show featuring Gary Bowling, David Gordinier, Betsy Margolius, Bobbie McKibbin, Genie Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• “The Oxford Project Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• Artwork by John Carroll at Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through July 21. 279-8682.
• Photo Exhibit, “The Dobson — Inside and Out” by Bev Duffy and Mark Duffy at Faith Lutheran Church, through July 22. 225-8334.
• Iowa Artists Series: Charlotte Cain, George Lowa, Susan Chrysler White at the Downtown Art Center, through Aug. 3.
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26, 271-0338.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “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
• Documentary Film: On Cuba’s Health Care System and Internationalism at 3707 Douglas Ave., $5. 7:30 p.m. 255-1707.

Family Oriented
• Heritage Carousel at Union Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. 323-8200.
• 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
• Suspects Supper Club at Urbandale Hilton Garden Inn, 6:30 p.m. Advanced tickets required 250-6247.
• “Otello Opening Night Gala” at the Great Hall at Simpson, 7:30 p.m., $125. 961-6221.
• T’Ink Improv at Fourth Street Theatre, 8 p.m. $8. 243-3270.

Night Life
• John Evans at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• 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 Dog House, Ankeny, with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 965-7703.
• 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
• Amateur Athletic Union 10-and-under Boys Basketball National Championships at Hy-Vee Hall, through July 7, weekly pass $30, or daily adults $12, youth $8. 669-3434
• Bad Moon Rising, MMA at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:30 p.m.
• Des Moines Menace vs. Sioux Falls Spitfire Friendly at Waukee Stadium, 7:30 p.m.
• Iowa Threshers vs. Kansas City Shockers at Valley Stadium, 7:05 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Iowa Festival of Racing at Prairie Meadows, all day.
• Downtown Farmer’s Market on Court Avenue, through October, 7 a.m. - noon.

Sunday 01

Concerts/Live Music
• Iowa Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony with Bo Ramsey, Craig Erickson, others. 6 p.m. $15. 244-3092
• Lady Blue, Electric Junction, The Kissers on the U.S. Cellular Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Box Brothers Band, Gladys Kravitz, Swing Crew on the Meredith Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Des Moines Poetry Slam, Lincoln Railmen, Roberto the Magnificent, Iowa Youth Ballet, Clubhouse at the Playhosue on the Prairie meadows Performing Arts Stage at the Des Moines Arts Festival.
• Banjo Revival Band at the Heritage Carousel, 1 - 3 p.m.
• Wild Wild West Music Fest at Festival Park, Sleepy Hollow, all day.
• CJC Jazz Jam at Java Joe’s, 2 – 4 p.m. Free. 288-5282.
• Dying Eyes, ...and God Blessed Ignorance, Urban Hate Machine at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. Free. 727-4370.
• Bob Pace Band featuring Steve George at Summerset Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• The Flying Silos at Snus Hill Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Music Under the Stars with the Iowa Military Veterans Band and the Veterans Jazz Band at West Capitol Terrace, 6:30 p.m. Free. 255-1398.
• Am Syndicate with Family Unit and Christopher the Conquered at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• 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
• Des Moines Arts Festival at Western Gateway Park, Downtown Des Moines, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
• ArtFest Midwest “The Other Art Show” at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Varied Industries Building, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
• Don Berry Photography Exhibit at the Ankeny Art Center, through July 5, 965-0940.
• Annual Landscape Show featuring Gary Bowling, David Gordinier, Betsy Margolius, Bobbie McKibbin, Genie Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• “The Oxford Project Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• Artwork by John Carroll at Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through July 21. 279-8682.
• Photo Exhibit, “The Dobson — Inside and Out” by Bev Duffy and Mark Duffy at Faith Lutheran Church, through July 22. 225-8334.
• Iowa Artists Series: Charlotte Cain, George Lowa, Susan Chrysler White at the Downtown Art Center, through Aug. 3.
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26, 271-0338.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Legues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “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.

Family Oriented
• Heritage Carousel at Union Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. 323-8200.

Theater/Performing Arts
• World Premiere of “Snipe Hunt” by Terry Daily at The Fleur Cinema and Cafe, 3 p.m. Free.
• “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Des Moines Metro Opera, 7:30 p.m. 961-6221.

Night Life
• John Evans 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 Kathy’s 14th St. Tavern with Modern Generations, 7 - 11 p.m.
• 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
• Amateur Athletic Union 10-and-under Boys Basketball National Championships at Hy-Vee Hall, through July 7, weekly pass $30, or daily adults $12, youth $8. 669-3434

Miscellaneous
• Iowa Festival of Racing at Prairie Meadows, all day.
• 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.

Monday 02

Concerts/Live Music
• Flipside at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Fight to Die at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• 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
• Don Berry Photography Exhibit at the Ankeny Art Center, through July 5, 965-0940.
• Annual Landscape Show featuring Gary Bowling, David Gordinier, Betsy Margolius, Bobbie McKibbin, Genie Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• “The Oxford Project Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• Artwork by John Carroll at Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through July 21. 279-8682.
• Photo Exhibit, “The Dobson — Inside and Out” by Bev Duffy and Mark Duffy at Faith Lutheran Church, through July 22. 225-8334.
• Iowa Artists Series: Charlotte Cain, George Lowa, Susan Chrysler White at the Downtown Art Center, through Aug. 3.
• “Tom Sachs” Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26, 271-0338.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.

Night Life
• Karaoke every Monday 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 with Zarrie, 9 p.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
• Amateur Athletic Union 10-and-under Boys Basketball National Championships at Hy-Vee Hall, through July 7, weekly pass $30, or daily adults $12, youth $8. 669-3434

Miscellaneous
• Iowa Festival of Racing at Prairie Meadows, all day.

Tuesday 03

Concerts/Live Music
• Yankee Doodle Pops with the Des Moines Symphony on the west side of the Capitol Building, followed by Fireworks, 8:30 p.m.
• Betty Buzzkill, The She He Hes, Funks G at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Rural Edition Trio at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free.
• 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
• Don Berry Photography Exhibit at the Ankeny Art Center, through July 5, 965-0940.
• Annual Landscape Show featuring Gary Bowling, David Gordinier, Betsy Margolius, Bobbie McKibbin, Genie Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• “The Oxford Project Who We Are” by Peter Feldstein and Stephen G. Bloom at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through July 14. 277-6734
• Artwork by John Carroll at Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through July 21. 279-8682.
• Photo Exhibit, “The Dobson — Inside and Out” by Bev Duffy and Mark Duffy at Faith Lutheran Church, through July 22. 225-8334.
• Iowa Artists Series: Charlotte Cain, George Lowa, Susan Chrysler White at the Downtown Art Center, through Aug. 3.
• “Tom Sachs” Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26, 271-0338.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “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
• Harry Potter Refresher Course at Beaverdael Books every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Free but call 279-5400 to reserve a spot.
• Local Writers’ and Authors’ Workshop at Borders Books and Music every Tuesday, 7 p.m. Free. 223-1620.

Family Oriented
• Heritage Carousel at Union Park, Noon - 7 p.m. 323-8200.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Otello” at the Des Moines Metro Opera, 7:30 p.m. 961-6221.

Night Life
• Salsa Dancing at Keysters every Tuesday, 8 p.m. lessons, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. dancing. $5. 21+. 252-1403.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Bennigan’s on Merle Hay Road with HEARTtracks, 9 p.m. – midnight. 276-7777.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Bogie’s Pub with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Cover varies. 727-5900.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Beechwood Lounge with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 288-BEER.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Cabaret with TJ, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. 276-9927.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Denny D’s, 9:30 p.m. 264-9816.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Plaza Pub with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 331-0871
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Gronau’s with Metro Entertainment, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 334-7350.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. 727-4370.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at The Longest Yard with Metro Entertainment, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 274-1710.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Mickey’s Irish Pub with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 252-0248.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Razamatazz Grill & Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 331-1111.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at the Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery, 9 p.m. – midnight. 267-8900.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Slackers with Ryan, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 279-2488.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Smokey’s BBQ with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 288-8228.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10 p.m. 255-1111.

Sports/Outdoors
• Amateur Athletic Union 10-and-under Boys Basketball National Championships at Hy-Vee Hall, through July 7, weekly pass $30, or daily adults $12, youth $8. 669-3434

Miscellaneous
• Fireworks Showcase set to music at Prairie Meadows, 9:45 p.m.
• Iowa Festival of Racing at Prairie Meadows, all day.
• Johnston Farmer’s Market in the City Hall Parking Lot at Merle Hay Road and N.W. 62nd, through Oct. 2, 3 - 7 p.m.
• Elks 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.

Wednesday 04

Concerts/Live Music
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Black Tie Dynasty with Steps at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. Free. 243-3270.
• Willie Shay every Wednesday

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