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Thursday 09

Concerts/Live Music
• Loud n Local: Amerimage, Agony of Defeat, Abandoned Chaos at Shooter’s Hideaway, 7 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• One Nite Stand at Buzzard Billy’s, 8 p.m. Cover varies.
• Ellis at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies.
• Freestyle at Valley Junction Farmer’s Market, 6 - 8 p.m.
• David Crabbs and Ben Hagen at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 243-2380.
• Roxi Copland Trio at The Continental, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-5845.
• Fancy Pants every Thursday at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 8 – 10 p.m. Free. 255-3006.
• Open Jam every Thursday at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $3. 244-3092.
• Chris Ranallo and Scott Kacher every Thursday at Champps Restaurant & Bar, 8:30 p.m. – midnight. Free. 440-6565.

Exhibitions/Displays
• Post-Romanticism Exhibit at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Aug. 11. 277-3200.
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.
• Photography by Francine Griffith at Plymouth Church, through Aug. 30. 255-3149.
• Artwork by Kimberly Fitch at The Lift, through Aug. 288-3777.
• “Grinnell College Art” featuring Jackie Croves, John Bell, Laura Deavers, Katy Harris at Smash, through Aug.
• “Work of an Animation Artist” by Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, through Sept. 10.
• Painting Nature by Donna McConkey at the Ankeny Art Center, through Sept. 29. 956-0940.
• “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.

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

Night Life
• Comedy Open Mic at House of Bricks, 8 p.m. Free. 727-4370.
• J. Medicine Hat 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
• Lunchbreak Shopping Party at Dressbarn, WaterTower Place, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 267-9030.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. $5. 967-7708.
• Farmer’s Market/Music in the Junction in Valley Junction, every Thursday through Sept. 28. 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.

The Iowa State Fair
• The Nadas on the Anderson Erickson Dairy Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Vocal Trash on the Riley Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Jason Brown at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Abbamania: The Magic and Music of Abba on the Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Gary Allan with Eric Church at the Grandstand, 8 p.m. $28.

Friday 10

Concerts/Live Music
• Larry Carlton and Robben Ford at Hoyt Sherman Place, 8 p.m. $39.50.
• Sam Salamone at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Soul Searchers at Summerset Winery, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Dueling Pianos with Ashton Wolfe and Scott Hedden at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Hot Tamale & the Red Hots at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m.
• One Nite Stand at 801 Steak & Chop, 6:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• Thunder Teaz at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• General Sherman with Tomorrow’s Storm and The Rusted Roofies and The Dig Angees at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Radio Moscow at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Last Shades of Dawn at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Jason Feller at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies.
• SLM Productions Presents Red Moon Harvest, Rukus at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Racing Kites, Ducktape Heroes, Edwin vs. Ants at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• The Rockford Mules, Angry Gods of the Radio, Wreckage of the Modern City at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• Janiva Magness at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 244-3092.
• Open Mic at Java Joes, 8:30 p.m. Free.
• Roxi Copland Quartet at The Continental, 9 p.m. Free.
• 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.
• The Janey Hooper/ Suzie Miget Project at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 9 p.m. - midnight. 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
• A Golden Affair at The Grey Market 3, 504 E. Locust St., 8 p.m. - midnight. $35.
• Post-Romanticism Exhibit at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Aug. 11. 277-3200.
• “Tom Sachs” Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.
• Artwork by Kimberly Fitch at The Lift, through Aug. 288-3777.
• “Grinnell College Art” featuring Jackie Croves, John Bell, Laura Deavers, Katy Harris at Smash, through Aug.
• “Work of an Animation Artist” by Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, through Sept. 10.
• Painting Nature by Donna McConkey at the Ankeny Art Center, through Sept. 29. 956-0940.
• “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
• From Hiroshima and Nagasaki to the Imperialist Wars in Iraq and Afganistan Forum at 3707 Douglas Ave. Dinner, 6:30 p.m. $5. Program, 7:30 p.m. $5. 255-1707.
• ”Don’t Break the Bank” a Wardrobing Seminar and Suit Style Event at Dressbarn, WaterTower Place, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. 267-9030.

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

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Wizard of Oz” at Class Act Productions Theatre, 7 p.m.

Night Life
• J. Medicine Hat 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. - 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.

Miscellaneous
• “The Great Outdoors” at Colby Park, at dusk.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. $5. 967-7708.
• Wine and Beer Tastings every Friday at Mars Café, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Free. 369-6277.

The Iowa State Fair
• The Nadas on the Anderson Erickson Dairy Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Vocal Trash on the Riley Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Del McCoury Band at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 8 p.m. Free with admission.
• Abbamania: The Magic and Music of Abba on the Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Alice Cooper with Blue Oyster Cult at the Grandstand, 8 p.m. $28.

Saturday 11

Concerts/Live Music
• Counting Crows, Third Eye Blind, Collective Soul at Principal Park, 6:30 p.m. $49.50.
• Olde Main’s Outdoor Concert with The Bob Pace Band featuring Steve E. George at Olde Main Brewing Co. & Restaurant, Ames, 8 p.m. (515) 232-0553.
• Dueling Pianos with Ashton Wolfe and Scott Hedden at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Sumpin’ Doo at Amvets, 2818 5th Ave., 7 - 11 p.m.
• One Nite Stand at Raccoon River Brewing Company, 10 p.m. Cover varies.
• Roxi Copland at Suites on Locust, 8 - 11 p.m. Free. 288-5800.
• Haze the Hides with The Deformities and The Mutts at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• SLM Productions Presents MindAsylum, Calous, 99 Souls at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Bluffett “A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet” at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Java Jews at Java Joes, 10 - 11:30 p.m. Free.
• Brian Joens at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• Moonspell Beach at Cafe Diem, 6:30 p.m. Free.
• Michael Peterson at Cafe Diem, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Skin Kandy at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Hot Tamale & the Red Hots at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• The Janey Hooper/Susie Miget Project at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 9 p.m. - midnight. 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
• Opening Reception for Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, 6 - 11 p.m.
• Post-Romanticism Exhibit at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Aug. 11. 277-3200.
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.
• Artwork by Kimberly Fitch at The Lift, through Aug. 288-3777.
• “Grinnell College Art” featuring Jackie Croves, John Bell, Laura Deavers, Katy Harris at Smash, through Aug.
• “Work of an Animation Artist” by Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, through Sept. 10.
• Painting Nature by Donna McConkey at the Ankeny Art Center, through Sept. 29. 956-0940.
• “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
• Poet Marcus Brooks at The Book Store, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Veterans Genealogical Intrest Group Meeting at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 10 a.m. Free. 276-0287.

Family Oriented
• Ice Cream Social at Waveland Park Masonic Lodge, 1 - 4 p.m.
• Lunch ‘n Laugh “Of Pigs and Bears and Billy Goats Gruff” at Class Act Productions Theatre, 11 a.m. 480-3337.
• 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
• “Wizard of Oz” at Class Act Productions Theatre, 7 p.m.

Night Life
• J. Medicine Hat 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. - 1 a.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
• Learn about the Grasses of Iowa at Brenton Arboretum, 10 a.m. - noon. (515) 992-4211.

Miscellaneous
• Back to School Giveaway at Highland Park Lutheran Church, school supplies, clothing and more, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 244-6517.
• Downtown Farmer’s Market on Court Avenue, through October, 7 a.m. - noon.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. $5. 967-7708.

The Iowa State Fair
• The Nadas on the Anderson Erickson Dairy Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Vocal Trash on the Riley Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Steve Holy at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 8 p.m. Free with admission.
• One Nite Stand at Iowa State Fair, Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 5 p.m.
• Abbamania: The Magic and Music of Abba on the Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Rock ‘N’ Roll Reunion XXVIII at the Grandstand, 7:30 p.m. $28.

Sunday 12

Concerts/Live Music
• Gillian Welch at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7:30 p.m. $22.50.
• Lauchpad Productions presents Rocket Science 101 at House of Bricks, 6 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Freestyle at Valley Junction Antique Jamboree, 1 - 4 p.m.
• The Kaizer Jazz Trio at Southern Hills Winery, Osceola, 2 - 5 p.m.
• Bajae Fleming at Prairie Moon Winery, Ames, 3 - 6 p.m. Free. (515) 232-2747.
• Fat Tuesday and the Greasefire Horns at Summerset Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Midlife Crisis at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Music Under the Stars with the 34th Iowa National Gaurd Band and Rhythm Majors at West Capitol Terrace, 6:30 p.m. Free. 255-1398.
• Maurie Goode and the Country Gentlemen at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 4 - 7 p.m. Free.
• Under the Mic Presents... with Tyborn Jig and Beati Paoli and The Hushabye Mountain and Geoffey Geoffey and Kittems of Rhythm at Vaudeville Mews, 5 p.m. $3. 243-3270.
• Honky Tonkin with Tommy Spencer every Sunday at Brew Haus, 6 - 10 p.m. Free.
• 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
• Antiques Jamboree in Valley Junction 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Corvette Show in Valley Junction, noon - 5 p.m.
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.
• Artwork by Kimberly Fitch at The Lift, through Aug. 288-3777.
• “Grinnell College Art” featuring Jackie Croves, John Bell, Laura Deavers, Katy Harris at Smash, through Aug.
• “Work of an Animation Artist” by Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, through Sept. 10.
• Painting Nature by Donna McConkey at the Ankeny Art Center, through Sept. 29. 956-0940.
• “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
• LADOS (Life After Death of Spouse) Meeting at Plymouth Congregational Chruch, 7 - 9 p.m. 277-6969.

Family Oriented
• Beat the Heat at 3 Farm Tour, Sample Sunday at Picket Fence Creamery, Prairieland Herbs and Northern Prairie Chevre, noon - 5 p.m. Free. (515) 438-2697.
• Heritage Carousel at Union Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. 323-8200.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Wizard of Oz” at Class Act Productions Theatre, 2:30 p.m.

Night Life
• J. Medicine Hat 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
• Perseid Meteor Shower Observation at the Drake Observatory, 9 p.m. Free.

Miscellaneous
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. $5. 967-7708.
• 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.

The Iowa State Fair
• Survivor on the Anderson Erickson Dairy Stage, 8 p.m. Free with admission.
• Fiesta Latina Featuring Grupo Fuego on the Riley Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Vocal Trash at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Stayin’, Alive: A Night of the Bee Gees on the Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Corbin Bleu, Drake Bell with Jordan Pruitt at the Grandstand, 8 p.m. $25.

Monday 13

Concerts/Live Music
• 311 with Matisyahu at Val Air Ballroom, 8 p.m. $33.50.
• Ryan and the Cool Kats at Amici Espresso, 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free.
• Scented Vinyl - Matt Sepanic of Sound Farm Studios at Mars Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Umbrellas with We the Living at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $8. 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
• “Tom Sachs” Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.
• Artwork by Kimberly Fitch at The Lift, through Aug. 288-3777.
• “Grinnell College Art” featuring Jackie Croves, John Bell, Laura Deavers, Katy Harris at Smash, through Aug.
• “Work of an Animation Artist” by Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, through Sept. 10.
• Painting Nature by Donna McConkey at the Ankeny Art Center, through Sept. 29. 956-0940.
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Dallas County Resource Enhancement and Protection Committee Meeting at the Dallas County Conservation Board Office at Forest Park Museum, 1 p.m. 465-3577.

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
• Women’s Rugby Club Practice Starts at 120 39th St., West Des Moines, 5:30 p.m. 577-8049.

Miscellaneous
• Grimes Farmer’s Market in the Grimes True Value Hardware Parking Lot, 204 SW 1st St., through Sept. 4 - 7 p.m. 986-4926.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. $5. 967-7708.

The Iowa State Fair
• GB Leighton on the Anderson Erickson Dairy Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Justin Roberts on the Riley Stage, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Free with admission.
• Ron Diamond on the Riley Stage, 8 p.m. Free with admission.
• Vocal Trash at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Stayin’, Alive: A Night of the Bee Gees on the Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.

Tuesday 14

Concerts/Live Music
• Irish Jam at Java Joes, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• June, The Higher, the Graduate at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $10. 727-4370.
• Dale Menningand the Stardusters Dance Band at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• The Schwag at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $8. 243-3270.
• Coyote Grace at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Bob Pace & The Blues Groove 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
• “Tom Sachs” Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.
• Artwork by Kimberly Fitch at The Lift, through Aug. 288-3777.
• “Grinnell College Art” featuring Jackie Croves, John Bell, Laura Deavers, Katy Harris at Smash, through Aug.
• “Work of an Animation Artist” by Kyle Boyd at Stomping Grounds, through Sept. 10.
• Painting Nature by Donna McConkey at the Ankeny Art Center, through Sept. 29. 956-0940.
• “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
• 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.

Night Life
• Comedy Open Mic Night at Jeannie’s Bottle, 9 p.m.
• 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.

Miscellaneous
• Downtown Des Moines Christian Business and Professional Women’s Club at the Polk County Convention Complex, noon. $14.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. $5. 967-7708.
• Johnston Farmer’s Market in the City Hall Parking Lot at Merle Hay Road and N.W. 62nd, through Sept. 28. 4 - 8 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.

The Iowa State Fair
• GB Leighton on the Anderson Erickson Dairy Stage, 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Free with admission.
• Justin Roberts on the Riley Stage, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Free with admission.
• Ron Diamond on the Riley Stage, 8 p.m. Free with admission.
• Vocal Trash at the Susan Knapp Amphitheater, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Stayin’, Alive: A Night of the Bee Gees on the Terrible’s Lakeside Casino Stage, 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Free with admission.
• Dierks Bentley with Chris Cagle at the Grandstand, 8 p.m. $28.

Wednesday 15

Concerts/Live Music
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Martin Devaney with Why Make Clocks and Andrew Bryant at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Roxi Copland Trio at Amici Espresso, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Mighty Lester at Blues on Grand, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 244-3092.
• Willie Shay every Wednesday at J. Benjamin’s, 7 – 9 p.m. Free. 255-3725.
• Scott Sebastian, “The Acoustic Guitar Dude,” every Wednesday at Hugh’s Jungle Room, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 254-3080.
• Larry Berenguel every Wednesday at Appare, 6 - 9 p.m. Free.
• Roxi Copland and Mike Giles at The Continental, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 244-5845.
• Grant Baetz every Wednesday at Blazing Saddle, 8-11 p.m. No cover. 246-1299.
• Acoustic Open Mic every Wednesday at Smokey’s BBQ, 8 p.m.
• Sour Diesel every Wednesday at 101 Lounge, 9:30 p.m.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• Tom Sachs “Logjam” at the Des Moines Art Center, through Aug. 26. 271-0338.
• MU Staff: Our Favorite Images in the Gallery at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Aug. 27. (515) 294-0971.

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