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Thursday 18

Concerts/Live Music
• Go Crash Audio, Goodbye Vienna, Now and Forever, Lights Out Dancing at House of Bricks, 6:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• A Second from the Surface, Caustic Vision, Second Slide at Shooter’s Hideaway, 7 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Eric Person, Meta-Four, The Birks Quintet at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $9.
• Owen Pye with Dear Future and An Afternoon Snatching and City Hall and Skyrockets and Knives at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Seymore Saves the World with Hemann and the Hulks and Jordan Mayland at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Kentucky Fried Mullet at People’s Court, 9 p.m.
• Kathleen Darling and Aaron Short at Chapters Cafe, Urbandale Library, 7 p.m.
• Jazz Night with John Krantz and Ross Cornelison at The Grand Piano Bistro, 9 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• The Janey Hooper Trio featuring Hernandez and Bryon Wells every Thursday at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 8 – 11 p.m. Free. 255-3006.
• Open Jam every Thursday at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $3. 244-3092.
• John DeFoor every Thursday at Doozies, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Chris Ranallo and Scott Kacher every Thursday at Champps Restaurant & Bar, 8:30 p.m. – midnight. Free. 440-6565.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31. 274-1534.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• Sign Language at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Nov. 23. 557-6109.
• Paintings by Charlotte Hamity at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 23. 255-3194.
• ”MagnusRed...Life in the Pleasuregate” by John Phillip Davis at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 24.
• “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
• Lupus and Fibromyalgia Support Group in the Ingersoll Conference Room at Broadlawns Medical Center, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Free. 282-2458.
• Cathy Fussell presents “Hometown Columbus, Georgia - Carson in Context” at Town/Craft, Perry, 7 p.m. Free. (515) 465-2518.

Night Life
• PJ Walsh at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Drinking Liberally every Thursday at The Lift, 8 p.m. 288-3777.
• Karaoke at Steppin Out with Company’s Comin’, 8 p.m. - midnight.
• 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 The Bank, Waukee every Thursday with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 276-5255.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Orlondo’s with Showtime Entertainment, 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 Lounge, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Scorno’s Sports Club, 8 p.m. – midnight. 244-1935.
• 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
• Love Your Body Day Anti-Pageant at the Downtown Public Library, 6:30 p.m. 274-8474.
• Beacon of Life Art & More Fundraising Auction at the Botanical Center, 6 p.m. $30. 979-8235.
• Kidz Bop World Tour at Wells Fargo Arena, 7 p.m.

Friday 19

Concerts/Live Music
• Johan Stengard Benefit Concert for “On With Life” at Val Air Ballroom, 7 p.m. $40.
• Andre Rieu at Wells Fargo Arena, 8 p.m.
• High Power Gospel Quartet at Grace United Mehtodist Church, 7 p.m. Free will offering 255-2131.
• The Nadas at People’s Court, $15.
• Dueling Pianos with Tommy Richards and Jake Van Prell at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5.
• Lucy Kaplansky at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 9 p.m. $15.
• Boggy Depot at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Paul Johnson at The Doghouse Bar, Ankeny.
• Steve Seskin at Lighthouse Coffeehouse, 8 p.m. $20. 223-1639.
• Breakin’ Ground at D’s Maingate, 9 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• Dave Thrift Band at Bourban Street, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 285-5733.
• John’s Place at Steppin Out 9 p.m.
• Only, Deified, The Cassandra Disease at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• Only, Awakened, Slyde at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• John & Jon from the Jesters at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. Free. 221-3474.
• Public Property at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Larry Ravenswood at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Lady Blue at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Chris Schultz at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• E.C. Scott at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Roxi Copland Trio at The Continental, 9 p.m. - 11 p.m. Free.
• The “Acoustic Dude” every Friday at Spaghetti’s Restaurant in Southridge Mall. 7 - 10 p.m. Free.
• The Janey Hooper/Susie Miget Project featuring John Kilizarmut at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 9 p.m. - midnight. $3. 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
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• “All Mixed Up” by Robert Spellman at the Lift, through Oct. 288-3777.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• Sign Language at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Nov. 23. 557-6109.
• Paintings by Charlotte Hamity at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 23. 255-3194.
• ”MagnusRed...Life in the Pleasuregate” by John Phillip Davis at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 24.
• New Work by John Beckelman, Karen Chesterman, Carlos Ferguson, Thomas Jewell-Vitale, Joseph Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Nov. 24. 277-6734.
• “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.
• “Caucus Iowa” at The State Historical Museum, through Jan. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Fall Into Family History Slumber Party at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 5 p.m. - Sat. 20, 10 p.m. $25. 276-0287.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Dido and Aeneas” and “I Pagliacci” in the Barnum Studio Theatre in the Blank Performing Arts Center at Simpson College, 7:30 p.m. $10.
• “How I Learned to Drive” at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 7 p.m. $10.
• “High School Musical” at the Ames Community Theater, 7:30 p.m.
• “Three Sisters” at Fisher Theater, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “Tuesdays With Morrie” at the Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m.
• “Charlotte’s Web” at the KG Children’s Theatre at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7 p.m.

Night Life
• PJ Walsh 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 Genes Place with RNB Productions, 9 p.m.
• 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 p.m. - 1 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 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 Booneville Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-9097.
• 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
• Autism Society of Iowa’s “Christmas in October” Silent and Live Auction, 5:30 p.m. $10. 327-9075.
• Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield Sport & Fitness Expo at The Polk County Convention Complex, 3 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Iowa Automania Rod & Custom Car Show/ Iowa Super Nationals Truck & Tractor Pull at Veterans Auditorium.
• Perry Fire & Rescue Haunted House, at the old Junior High School, 7 p.m. $5.

Saturday 20

Concerts/Live Music
• The Des Moines Symphony presents: Symphonic Haunts at the Civic Center, 8 p.m.
• Blue Man Group at Wells Fargo Arena, 8 p.m.
• Tim Mahoney at People’s Court, TBA.
• Dueling Pianos with Tommy Richards and Jake Van Prell at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Matt Biegger/SL8 at Bogies, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Loudray at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Breakin’ Ground at D’s Maingate, 9 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• Dave Thrift Band at Bourban Street, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 285-5733.
• River City Rockets at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Free.
• One Nite Stand at Terrible’s Lakeside Casino, 8 p.m.
• Chris Ranallo at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free.
• Tim Mahoney Band at People’s Court, 8 p.m. $5.
• John’s Place at Steppin Out 9 p.m.
• Smokin Whiskey at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• John & Jon from the Jesters at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. Free. 221-3474.
• The Effigies with Chud and The Vandon Arms at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Aeon Grey with Ill Poetic and Dangerzone at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Crooked Halo, Speedfinger, Amerimage at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Black Diamond at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Kyle Knapp at Cafe Diem, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Smilin’ Liar, Calous, Anchondo at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Gunship 666, Six Past Hell, Primed Ignition at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $10. 727-4370.
• Namoli Brennet at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies.
• Davis Jones at Java Joes, 10 p.m. Free.
• Chicago Rhythm & Blues Kings at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• The Janey Hooper/Susie Miget Project featuring John Kilizarmut at Lloyd’s Valley Junction Wine and Cigar, 9 p.m. - midnight. $3. 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.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball”at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31. 274-1534.
• “Common Miracles - Photorealism Paintings” by Glennray Tutor at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Nov. 14. 277-3200.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• Sign Language at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Nov. 23. 557-6109.
• Paintings by Charlotte Hamity at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 23. 255-3194.
• ”MagnusRed...Life in the Pleasuregate” by John Phillip Davis at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 24.
• New Work by John Beckelman, Karen Chesterman, Carlos Ferguson, Thomas Jewell-Vitale, Joseph Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Nov. 24. 277-6734.
• “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.
• “Caucus Iowa” at The State Historical Museum, through Jan. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Diving into Ancestry.com at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 2 - 4 p.m. $10. 276-0287.

Family Oriented
• Pumpkin Fest 2007 at TimberPine Nursery, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (515) 834-2712.
• 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
• “Dido and Aeneas” and “I Pagliacci” in the Barnum Studio Theatre in the Blank Performing Arts Center at Simpson College, 7:30 p.m. $10.
• “How I Learned to Drive” at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 7 p.m. $10.
• “High School Musical” at the Ames Community Theater, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
• “We Won’t Pay! We Won’t Pay!” at Fisher Theater, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “Tuesdays With Morrie” at the Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m.
• “Charlotte’s Web” at the KG Children’s Theatre at The Des Moines Playhouse, 1 p.m.

Night Life
• Mid Iowa Rollers Party at The Den, 9 - 11 p.m.
• PJ Walsh 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 Friday at Genes Place with RNB Productions, 9 p.m.
• 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 Lounge, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m.
• 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 The Garage with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service. 9 p.m. 244-3637.
• Karaoke every Saturday at The Game Sports Bar 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 Saturday 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
• Planting Trees and Shrubs for Wildlife at Brenton Arboretum, 10 a.m. - noon. Free, 992-4211.

Miscellaneous
• Young Variet presetns Capital Scare Halloween Costume Bash on the First Floor of Capital Square, 8 p.m. - midnight. $25. 243-4660.
• Prairieview Buyer Bazaar at Prairieview School, Waukee, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free.
• Harvest Dinner at Miller United Methodist Church, 4 - 7 p.m. $7. 262-7715.
• Iowa Automania Rod & Custom Car Show/ Iowa Super Nationals Truck & Tractor Pull at Veterans Auditorium.
• Des Moines Lapidary Society 2007 Jewelry, Gem, Fossil and Mineral Show at the Iowa State Fairgrounds Learning Center, 9 a.m - 5 p.m. $3.
• Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield Sport & Fitness Expo at The Polk County Convention Complex, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free.
• Isiserettes Drill & Drum Corps 2007 Sing-ups for Training at Willkie House, 900 17th St., 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $10. 246-9959.
• Sleepy Hollow Haunted Scream Park, 7 p.m. 262-4100.
• Perry Fire & Rescue Haunted House, at the old Junior High School, 7 p.m. $5.

Sunday 21

Concerts/Live Music
• The Des Moines Symphony presents: Symphonic Haunts at the Civic Center, 2:30 p.m.
• Tropical Tunes with Brian “Taz” Grant at the Botanical Center, 1 - 3 p.m. $4.
• Ashanti at Summerset Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• CJC Big Band at Java Joes, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.
• Bill Martin Group at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 2 - 5 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Hawkeye Jamboree at the American Legion, 3712 Second Ave., 1:30 p.m. $6.
• Toby Mac with The Portable Sounds Tour at Val Air Ballroom, 6 p.m. $23.
• Jethro’s All Stars Open Jam every Sunday at Old World Pub & Pizzeria, 9 p.m. Free.
• 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
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31. 274-1534.
• “Common Miracles - Photorealism Paintings” by Glennray Tutor at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Nov. 14. 277-3200.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• Sign Language at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Nov. 23. 557-6109.
• Paintings by Charlotte Hamity at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 23. 255-3194.
• ”MagnusRed...Life in the Pleasuregate” by John Phillip Davis at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 24.
• New Work by John Beckelman, Karen Chesterman, Carlos Ferguson, Thomas Jewell-Vitale, Joseph Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Nov. 24. 277-6734.
• “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.
• “Caucus Iowa” at The State Historical Museum, through Jan. 281-3858.

Family Oriented
• Octoberfest in the Country at Picket Fence Creamery, Prairieland Herbs and Northern Prairie Chevre, noon - 5 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Dido and Aeneas” and “I Pagliacci” in the Barnum Studio Theatre in the Blank Performing Arts Center at Simpson College, 2 p.m. $10.
• “High School Musical” at the Ames Community Theater, 2 p.m.
• “Three Sisters” at Fisher Theater, Ames, 2 p.m.
• “Tuesdays With Morrie” at the Des Moines Playhouse, 2 p.m.
• “Charlotte’s Web” at the KG Children’s Theatre at The Des Moines Playhouse, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Night Life
• PJ Walsh at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m.
• 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 Friday at Genes Place with RNB Productions, 9 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 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 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
• Iowa Stars vs. Milwaukee Admirals at Wells Fargo Arena, 5:05 p.m.
• IMT Des Moines Marathon at Nollen Plaza, 8:10 a.m.

Miscellaneous
• “Run, Al, Run” Rally and Concert for Al Gore for Presidency at Hoyt Sherman Place, 5 p.m. $20.
• Des Moines Jazz Hall of Fame Reception and Concert at Adventureland Inn. $25. 276-0777.
• Highland Park Lutheran Church $1 Sack Sale 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Iowa Automania Rod & Custom Car Show/ Iowa Super Nationals Truck & Tractor Pull at Veterans Auditorium.
• Des Moines Lapidary Society 2007 Jewelry, Gem, Fossil and Mineral Show at the Iowa State Fairgrounds Learning Center, 9 a.m - 5 p.m. $3.

Monday 22

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl - Electric Junction at Mars Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Separation of Self, World Under, Deified, The Cassandra Disease at House of Bricks, 6:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Hello Dave at Cabaret West Glenn, 10 p.m. $10. 225-1105.
• 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
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31. 274-1534.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• “Common Miracles - Photorealism Paintings” by Glennray Tutor at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Nov. 14. 277-3200.
• Paintings by Charlotte Hamity at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 23. 255-3194.
• Sign Language at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Nov. 23. 557-6109.
• ”MagnusRed...Life in the Pleasuregate” by John Phillip Davis at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 24.
• New Work by John Beckelman, Karen Chesterman, Carlos Ferguson, Thomas Jewell-Vitale, Joseph Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Nov. 24. 277-6734.
• “Caucus Iowa” at The State Historical Museum, through Jan. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Successful Living with Chronic Conditions Workshop at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Younker/Powell Wing-Powell 1, Room 101, 6 - 8:30 p.m. Through Nov. 19. 286-3767 to register.

Night Life
• Karaoke every Monday at Ron’s Dawg House with Bear Creek Productions, 8 p.m. 266-3668.
• Karaoke every Monday at Double J’s with Rice and Company, 9 p.m. 262-8683.
• 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 night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10 p.m. 255-1111.

Tuesday 23

Concerts/Live Music
• Dale Menning and the Stardusters Dance Band at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• Hello Dave at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8 p.m. $5.
• Wolves in the Throneroom with Black Market Featus at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• The Birks Quintet at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 6:30 p.m. Free.
• The 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
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31. 274-1534.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• “Common Miracles - Photorealism Paintings” by Glennray Tutor at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Nov. 14. 277-3200.
• Paintings by Charlotte Hamity at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 23. 255-3194.
• Sign Language at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Nov. 23. 557-6109.
• ”MagnusRed...Life in the Pleasuregate” by John Phillip Davis at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 24.
• New Work by John Beckelman, Karen Chesterman, Carlos Ferguson, Thomas Jewell-Vitale, Joseph Patrick at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Nov. 24. 277-6734.
• “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.
• “Caucus Iowa” at The State Historical Museum, through Jan. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• The Norwegian Genealogical Interest Group Meeting at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 7 p.m. Free. 276-0287.
• Local Writers’ and Authors’ Workshop at Borders Books and Music every Tuesday, 7 p.m. Free. 223-1620.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Camelot” at The Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.
• Lubrications presents four short plays: “Amish Women’s Wrestling League Training Camp”, “You Can’t Scare Me”, “Welcome to Your Modern Ku Klux Klan” and “Life Expectancies” at the Fourth Street Theatre, 8 p.m. $10.

Night Life
• Comedy Open Mic Night at Jeannie’s Bottle, 8 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 Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 274-1710.
• 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
• Iowa Stars vs. San Antonio Rampage at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Downtown Neighborhood Association Social/ Meeting at Dos Rios, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 371-6671.

Wednesday 24

Concerts/Live Music
• Roxi Copland at The Grand Piano Bistro, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Midweek Music with Java Jews at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. 241-7691.
• Memphis May Fire with Nevea Tears and Of Hearts and Shadows at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Spam at Amici, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Tinsley Ellis at Blues on Grand, 8 p.m. $12. 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.
• 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
• “Shades of Greatness: Art Inspired by Negro Leagues Baseball” at The State Historical Museum, through Oct. 28. 281-3858.
• “State Fair” at Waveland Fairgrounds Cafe, through Oct. 31.
• ”Stewardship of the Earth” by local artists at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 31. 274-1534.
• Breaking the Creative Barriers Between Art and Science Exhibit in the Pioneer Room at the Iowa State Memorial Union, through Nov. 12.
• “Common Miracles - Photorealism Paintings” by Glennray Tutor at Hentschel Art Galler

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