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Thursday 08

Concerts/Live Music
• Puddle of Mudd and Saliva with 12 Stone at Val Air Ballroom, 7:30 p.m. $25.
• The Thermals with Reporter and Keepers of the Carpet at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $13.
• Matt Biegger at Fireside Grill, Altoona, 8 p.m. Free.
• Loud n Local: DeifieD, Jimi Pig, Grinwire at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5.
• Little Man with The Wild Animals and Ticklish at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Step Into Swing at Java Joe’s, 8 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• John Craigie at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Charlie Parr at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• John Krantz/Ross Cornelison Jazz Duo at B&B Restaurant, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Free.
• Roxi Copland at The Grand Piano Bistro, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Jazz Night with Davis Crabbs, Amber Duimstra and Ben Hagen 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
• “Then and Now” paintings by the Paintpushers Group at Fitch Gallery, through Nov. 8. 770-3810.
• “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.
• “Evidence” a series of paintings by Cindy Neuschwander and Janet DeCover in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Nov. 30. 271-1994.
• “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
• “Democracy at War” presented by Samuel Issacharoff at the Cartwright Hall, Drake University, 4 p.m. Free. 271-2988.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Annie” at Stephens Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
• “Company” in the Performing Arts Hall of Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 8 p.m. $6. 271-3841.
• “Primary Colors” at DMACC Ankeney Campus Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $1.
• “Take Me Out” at Stoner Studio Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.

Night Life
• Say What! Poetry and Open Mic at House of Bricks, 9 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Open Mic Comedy at Billy Joe’s, 7:30 p.m. Free. 224-1709.
• Paul Mercio 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 Modern Generations, 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.

Friday 09

Concerts/Live Music
• African Children’s Choir at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Ames, 7 p.m. Free will offering.
• One Voice Mixed Chorus at Plymouth United Church of Christ, 7:30 p.m. $20.
• Modest Mouse with Man Man and LOL at Val Air Ballroom, 8 p.m. $32.
• Black Lung Serenade at the Octagon Center for the Arts, Ames, 8 p.m. (515) 232-5331.
• John Mellencamp at Veterans Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.
• Rearview, Wikked Sin at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5.
• Fat Twosday Duo at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Matt Biegger at Billy’s, Elkhart, 9 p.m. Free.
• John Krantz at Grand Piano Bistro, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with Mister Sam and James Brown at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free.
• One Nite Stand at Hessen Haus, 10 p.m.
• Full Blast at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Who’s Your Daddy at Bourbon Street Bar, 9 p.m. $3.
• Breakin’ Ground at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Free. 285-7173.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Smokey’s BBQ, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 288-8228.
• Primer 55, Dying Eyes, Love Said No, Trenchant, Cruciful at House of Bricks, 6 p.m. $15. 727-4370.
• Bejae Fleming and The Bone People at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 7 p.m. $5.
• The Schwag at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Backstage Boogie Band at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Eric Himan at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Open Mic Night at Java Joe’s, 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Homegrown Tomatoes at Cafe Diem, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Hot Tamale & the Red Hots CD Release Party at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $5. 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
• “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.
• “Evidence” a series of paintings by Cindy Neuschwander and Janet DeCover in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Nov. 30. 271-1994.
• “Out of Print” at the Fourth Street Theatre, through Nov.
• “Getting a Signal” by Sam Tuomi at The Lift, through Dec. 288-3777.
• “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.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Primary Colors” at DMACC Ankeney Campus Auditorium, 10:10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 1:25 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $1.
• “Quilters” at Fisher Theater, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “Company” in the Performing Arts Hall of Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 8 p.m. $6. 271-3841.
• “Oklahoma” at Class Act Productions Theatre, Altoona, 7 p.m. $10.
• “Tuck Everlasting” at KG Childrens Theatre, Des Moines Playhouse, 7 p.m.
• “Take Me Out” at Stoner Studio Theater, Civic Center, 8 p.m.
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Temple Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.

Night Life
• Paul Mercio 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 Generations 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.

Sports/ outdoors
• Iowa Stars vs. San Antonio Rampage at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Reading and Book Signing with Timothy Schaffert author of “Devils in the Sugar Shop” at East Village Books, 6 p.m. 244-5999.

Saturday 10

Concerts/Live Music
• Rusty Johnson’s American Dreams Concert at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7 p.m.
• Daniel Barnard Roumain presents “Voodoo Violin Concerto No. 1” at the Civic Center, 8 p.m.
• Dueling Pianos with Mister Sam and James Brown at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free.
• River City Rockets at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Free.
• Cowboy Mouth at People’s Court, 8 p.m. $10.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Z’s Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Breakin’ Ground at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Free. 285-7173.
• Dave Thrift Band at Sudsuckers, 9 p.m. Free. 256-9715.
• Axis at Sudsuckers, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Whiskey Meltdown at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5.
• One Nite Stand at The Den, 9 p.m.
• Roxi Copland Trio at The Suites on Locust, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.
• Ed Antore at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Ari Hest with Mike Errico and Why Make Clocks at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 9 p.m. $14.
• Cornmeal with Mr. Baber’s Neighbors at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $8. 243-3270.
• Back Porch Mary at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. - 1 a.m. Free.
• Silent Creek, Tree of Man, Censored at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Dazy Head Mazy at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Dan Vaillancourt at Java Joe’s, 10 - 11:30 p.m. Free.
• Lojo Russo at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Candye Kane 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
• “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.
• “Evidence” a series of paintings by Cindy Neuschwander and Janet DeCover in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Nov. 30. 271-1994.
• “Out of Print” at the Fourth Street Theatre, through Nov.
• “Getting a Signal” by Sam Tuomi at The Lift, through Dec. 288-3777.
• “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
• “From New Orleans to Jena: The fight for a workers and farmers government to end racism and exploitation of working people” at 3707 Douglas Ave., dinner: 6:30 p.m. $5. Forum: 7:30 p.m. $5.

Family Oriented
• 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
• “Quilters” at Fisher Theater, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “Company” in the Performing Arts Hall of Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 8 p.m. $6. 271-3841.
• “Oklahoma” at Class Act Productions Theatre, Altoona, 7 p.m. $10.
• “Tuck Everlasting” at KG Childrens Theatre, Des Moines Playhouse, 1 p.m.
• “Take Me Out” at Stoner Studio Theater, Civic Center, 8 p.m.
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Temple Theater, Civic Center, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Night Life
• Paul Mercio at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke at Eddy’s Sports Bar, Saylor Township, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 266-9097.
• 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 Generations 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
• Sierra Club Hike at Clive Greenbelt Park, 1:30 p.m. Free. 745-7563.

Miscellaneous
• Adoption Reunion Registry at the West Des Moines Public Library, 1:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
• AGAPE Annual Holiday Sale at Westchester Evangelical Free Church, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Des Moines Coin Club Annual Coin Show at Adventureland Inn, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
• Christ the King Craft Show and Salad Luncheon at Christ the King Church, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 490-8903.0
• Anime Meetup at the West Des Moines Community Center, 1 - 3 p.m. Free.

Sunday 11

Concerts/Live Music
• African Children’s Choir at Cornerstone Family Church, 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Free will offering.
• African Children’s Choir at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 7 p.m. Free will offering.
• Daniel Barnard Roumain presents “Voodoo Violin Concerto No. 1” at the Civic Center, 2:30 p.m.
• Faculty Recital - Andrew Classen in Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University, 8 p.m.
• Tony Valdez and Don Jaques at Summerset Winery, 2 – 5 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Johnston Station Jazz Band at Java Joes, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.
• The Riverias at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 2 - 5 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Tret Fure at Ritual Cafe, 6 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Mankind is Obsolete, The God Project at House of Bricks, 6 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Phonograph with Why Make Clocks and Eric Kennedy at Vaudeville Mews, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• 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, 4 - 8 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
• “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.
• “Evidence” a series of paintings by Cindy Neuschwander and Janet DeCover in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Nov. 30. 271-1994.
• “Out of Print” at the Fourth Street Theatre, through Nov.
• “Getting a Signal” by Sam Tuomi at The Lift, through Dec. 288-3777.
• “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
• LADOS Meeting (Life After Death of Spouse) at Plymouth Congregational Church, 7 - 9 p.m. Free. 277-6969.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Quilters” at Fisher Theater, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “Company” in the Performing Arts Hall of Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 2 p.m. $6. 271-3841.
• “Oklahoma” at Class Act Productions Theatre, Altoona, 2:30 p.m. $10.
• “Tuck Everlasting” at KG Childrens Theatre, Des Moines Playhouse, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
• “Take Me Out” at Stoner Studio Theater, Civic Center, 3 p.m.

Night Life
• Carlos Mencia at Stephens Auditorium, 6 p.m.
• Paul Mercio 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.

Miscellaneous
• “Voyage to Love” booksigning with Marshalltown Author Dorothy Fyfe at Beaverdale Books, 2 p.m. 279-5400.
• Drake International Film Festival - “Grave of the Fireflies” in Room 101 of Meredith Hall, Drake University, 2 p.m. Free. 271-2149.
• Des Moines Coin Club Annual Coin Show at Adventureland Inn, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free.
• Christ the King Craft Show and Salad Luncheon at Christ the King Church, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 490-8903.
• “Tell Me About Grandma’s Quilt” - Quilt Road Show at Forest Park Museum, 1:30 p.m.
• Sports Cards and Collectibles Show at the Urbandale Legion, 6805 Douglas Ave., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. 480-1074.

Monday 12

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl - The Soul Searchers at Mars Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Al Ford Quintet at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, noon - 2 p.m. Free.
• 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
• 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.
• “Evidence” a series of paintings by Cindy Neuschwander and Janet DeCover in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Nov. 30. 271-1994.
• “Out of Print” at the Fourth Street Theatre, through Nov.
• “Getting a Signal” by Sam Tuomi at The Lift, through Dec. 288-3777.
• “Caucus Iowa” at The State Historical Museum, through Jan. 281-3858.

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 13

Concerts/Live Music
• Des Moines Diversity Chorus Fall Concert at First Christian Church, 7:30 p.m. Free will offering.
• Dale Menning and the Star Dusters Dance Band at the Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• Adam Niewood Quartet in Performing Arts Hall of the Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 8 p.m. $8. 271-3104.
• Irish Jam at Java Joe’s, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Buddy Guy at People’s Court, 7 p.m. $40.
• Light This City with Monstro and Prevail in the Hail of Gunfire and Swarms at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• 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
• “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.
• “Evidence” a series of paintings by Cindy Neuschwander and Janet DeCover in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Nov. 30. 271-1994.
• “Out of Print” at the Fourth Street Theatre, through Nov.
• “Getting a Signal” by Sam Tuomi at The Lift, through Dec. 288-3777.
• “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
• “Southern Stories: Two Voices, One Vision” with James Autry and Clifton Taulbert in Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Spanish Conversational Club at Cafe Su, Valley Junction, through March, 7 p.m. Free. 279-7077.
• Local Writers’ and Authors’ Workshop at Borders Books and Music every Tuesday, 7 p.m. Free. 223-1620.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Avenue Q” at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.

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 Generations 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
• Young Professional Groups Across Iowa Present “Mock Caucus” at The State Historical Building, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday 14

Concerts/Live Music
• African Children’s Choir at Faith Lutheran Church, Ames, 7 p.m. Free will offering.
• Celtic Woman - A New Journey at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:30 p.m.
• 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.
• Emcee Noiz with Man O War at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 369-6277.
• Midweek Music with Stadler Ensemble at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. 241-7691.
• Sour Diesel at El Bait Shop, 9:30 p.m.
• Biegger/SL8 at Mickey’s, Clive, 9 p.m. Free.
• Anthony Gomes at Blues on Grand, 8 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• The Life and Times with North of Grand and If Ever Was a Fire at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• 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.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• “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.

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