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Thursday 14

Concerts/Live Music
• Faded Pearl at House of Bricks, 8 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Eightysixed with Die Mutts, Swarms and Lungs at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Electronidoll’s CD Release Party with Cartographers and Erik from Algona at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Andy Fleming at Bordo’s, 7 - 11 p.m. Free.
• Otherside at Crave, 7 - 10 p.m.
• Charlie Parr at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 9:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Valentine’s Party with Lavender Lace Band at Shooter’s Hideway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• 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
• “Mission 61 Experience” by William Butler West Glen’s Avenue Gallery, Thurs.-Sat. 564-7508.
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• Ceramic works by Chris Singewald, Sarah German and Tyler Speicher at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Nature’s Infinite Varieties” by Margaret Marshall at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• Paintings featuring Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “New Work” by William Barnes, Richard Black, Priscilla Steele, Jack Wilkes, Amy Worthen at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “Pressing Issues” at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.
• “Play the Story” by Matthew Buckingham at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Read ‘Em and Eat! Book Club at the Des Moines Central Library, 4 p.m. Free. 283-4152.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Twelve Angry Men” at the Civic Center, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $32.50 - $57.50. 309-0251.
• “Jerry Springer - The Opera” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $21.50. 309-0251.
• “Hotbed Hotel” Dinner Theater at Boone Community Theatre, 6:30 p.m. $25. (515) 433-2004.

Night Life
• Game Night & Ice Cream Social at Java Joes, 5 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Step Into Swing at Java Joes, 8 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Full Impact at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Trivia Night every Thursday at Boston’s, 10 p.m. 440-6051.
• Drinking Liberally every Thursday at The Lift, 8 p.m. 288-3777.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Johnny Mac’s, 8 p.m. – midnight. 263-1186.
• 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 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 Showtime Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Kathy’s 14th St. Tavern with Modern Generations, 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. 266-3446.
• 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 Wild Dingo Bar & Grill with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 278-1244.
• 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.

Sports/ outdoors
• Iowa High School State Wrestling Tournament at Wells Fargo Arena.
• Drake Women’s Basketball vs. Evansville at Drake Knapp Center, 7:05 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Flamenco Dance Lessons at Gateway Dance Theatre, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
• Adult Lunch and Learn at Brenton Skating Plaza, 11:30 a.m. $5.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, noon - 9 p.m.
• Free Wine Tasting at River Bend Wine Cellar, 5 p.m.

Friday 15

Concerts/Live Music
• Friday Work Release Party with Sumpin’ Doo every Friday at Blues on Grand, 4 p.m. $4. 244-3092.
• Emily Frerichs at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• The Comfort Zone at Bourbon St., 9 p.m. $3.
• The After Hours Band at Sudsuckers, 9 p.m. Free.
• Ryan Horne at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 9 p.m. $4 - $8.
• Flipside at Legends East, Pleasant Hill, 9 p.m.
• She Swings, She Sways at Shooter’s Hideway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Big Peter Apple Band (Matt Biegger, Justin Apple, Stacy Peterson) at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Scooters South Side Pizza Pub, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 283-0000.
• Floodplane and Moose Knuckle at People’s Court, TBA. Cover varies.
• Last Shades of Dawn at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free.
• Jethro’s All Stars Open Jam at Joeseppes Pub, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 282-2615.
• The Naked Station, Jason Sturges, Tim’s Weird Hat Club, The Good Ole Fashion, Not Amistake, Quiksch at House of Bricks, 4:45 p.m. $8. 727-4370.
• Jem State, Katch 22 at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Recless Generation with The Prospects and Redemptions Calling at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Aqua Marine Dream Machine with Soulever at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• James Armstrong at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• William Blackart at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• Jeff Ray at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• The Soul Searchers at Terribles Lakeside Casino, 8 p.m.-midnight. Free.
• “The Acoustic Dude” every Friday at Spaghetti’s Restaurant in Southridge Mall. 7 - 10 p.m. Free.
• Kaizer Trio every Friday at the Gateway. 5 - 7 p.m. (515) 291-6097.
• Larry Berenguel every Friday at Orlondo’s,
8 - 11 p.m. Free. 244-3637.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “Mission 61 Experience” by William Butler West Glen’s Avenue Gallery, Thurs.-Sat. 564-7508.
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• Ceramic works by Chris Singewald, Sarah German and Tyler Speicher at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• ”Nature’s Infinite Varieties” by Margaret Marshall at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• Paintings featuring Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “New Work” by William Barnes, Richard Black, Priscilla Steele, Jack Wilkes, Amy Worthen at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “Pressing Issues” at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.
• “Play the Story” by Matthew Buckingham at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Twelve Angry Men” at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $32.50 - $52.50. 309-0251.
• “Jerry Springer - The Opera” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 8 p.m. $25.50. 309-0251.
• “Who’s on First” at the Actors Studio, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “Hotbed Hotel” Dinner Theater at Boone Community Theatre, 6:30 p.m. $25. (515) 433-2004.
• “High School Reunion” at the Des Moines Playhouse, 6:30 p.m. $37 - $40.

Night Life
• Step Into Swing! Presents 5th Annual “No Sweethearts Required” Valentines Swing Dance at the West Des Moines Community Centerm 8 - 11 p.m. $5. 274-4676.
• Full Impact at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free. 987-9604.
• Karaoke every Friday with DJ Flava Productions at Some Place Else, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-6394.
• 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 Brew Haus with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 953-6467.
• Karaoke every Friday at Southport 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 High School State Wrestling Tournament at Wells Fargo Arena.
• 3XWrestling “Tough Love” at InPlay, 8 p.m. $12.
• Iowa Golf Show at Hy-Vee Hall, 4 p.m. $6.

Miscellaneous
• Wines & Wicker: A Wine Taste and Auction Event at Mosaic, 5 - 8 p.m. 246-1840.
• Polar Bears Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Saturday 16

Concerts/Live Music
• Pianist Tamara Sanikidze at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 7:30 p.m. Free. 274-1534.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Willy Porter at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 9 p.m. $6 - $10.
• Flipside at Southside Pizza. 9 p.m.
• Otter at D.G.’s Taphosue, Ames, 9 p.m.
• Steve Robinson and the Foundation at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Kelly’s Clan at Okoboji’s, Ankeny, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.
• The Comfort Zone at Bourbon St., 9 p.m. $3.
• The After Hours Band at Sudsuckers, 9 p.m. Free.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Matt Biegger at Billie’s, Elkhart, 9 p.m. (515) 367-3016. Free.
• A.M. Radio Band at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Breakin’ Ground at John’s Steakhouse & Lounge, Prairie City, 9 p.m. Free. (515) 994-9180.
• Captain Tripps and Censored at Shooter’s Hideway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Marcato, Venaculas, Anchando and Lost in Prague at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Only, Di Fi, Venaculas and Marcato at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Common Diseases of Swine with On a Pale Horse and Dead Echoes at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $8. 243-3270.
• Smash Presents... Dance Party USA! - Pretty In Pink at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Maurice John Vaughn at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Likely Suspects at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free.
• Hello Dave at People’s Court, TBA. Cover varies.
• Frankie the Poet - ‘aka Poetic Folkman’ every Saturday at Simo’s Cafistro, Valley Junction, 7 - 11 p.m. 274-2463.
• The Alvarez Project every Saturday at Doozies, 8:30 - 11:30 p.m.
• 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
• “Mission 61 Experience” by William Butler West Glen’s Avenue Gallery, Thurs.-Sat. 564-7508.
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• Ceramic works by Chris Singewald, Sarah German and Tyler Speicher at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Nature’s Infinite Varieties” by Margaret Marshall at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• Paintings featuring Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “New Work” by William Barnes, Richard Black, Priscilla Steele, Jack Wilkes, Amy Worthen at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “Pressing Issues” at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.
• “Play the Story” by Matthew Buckingham at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• All State Speech Festival at Stephens Auditorium and Fisher Theatre, Ames, 8 a.m.
• Oppose Iowa Anti-Immigrant Bills Discussion at 3707 Douglas Ave., 7:30 p.m. $5. 255-1707.
• Going Green Workshop for Artists and Conservationists at the Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free. Pre-registration required: 280-3222.
• Non-Population Schedules and More at the Iowa Genealogical Society, 10 a.m. - noon. $10. 276-0287.

Family Oriented
• Saturday Special: All Aboard with Frank Strong! at the Des Moines Central Library, 10 a.m. Free. 283-4152.
• History Hunter Museum Vault Tours at the State Historical Museum, $8 - $12.
• 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
• “Twelve Angry Men” at the Civic Center, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $32.50 - $57.50. 309-0251.
• “Jerry Springer - The Opera” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 8 p.m. $25.50. 309-0251.
• “Hotbed Hotel” Dinner Theater at Boone Community Theatre, 6:30 p.m. $25. (515) 433-2004.
• “Who’s on First” at the Actors Studio, Ames, 7:30 p.m.
• “High School Reunion” at the Des Moines Playhouse, 6:30 p.m. $37 - $40.

Night Life
• Bob and Tom Comedy All Stars at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7 p.m. $32.50.
• 80’s Party with DJ Flash at Java Joes, 8 - midnight. Free.
• Full Impact at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• 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 Gene’s 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 second and fourth Saturday at Kathy’s 14th St. Tavern with Modern Generations, 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. 266-3446.
• Karaoke every first and third Saturday at Norwood Inn with Modern Generations, 8 p.m. - midnight.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Lynn’s 0n Broadway with Modern Generations, 9 p.m.
• 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 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
• Iowa High School State Wrestling Tournament at Wells Fargo Arena.
• Iowa Golf Show at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. $6.
• Drake Women’s Basketball vs. Southern Illinios at Drake Knapp Center, 6:05 p.m.
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Waterloo at KGGO Arena, 7 p.m.
• Central Iowa Fly Fishers Meeting at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 9 - 11 a.m. 422-4350.

Miscellaneous
• Anime Meetup at the West Des Moines Community Center, 1 - 3 p.m. Free.
• Handblown Glass Demonstrations at Ciccotti Art Glass, Ames, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. (515) 232-3385.
• Guitar Hero Competition first and third Saturday of every month at 14th Street Tavern, 8 p.m. $5.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Sunday 17

Concerts/Live Music
• Lonesome Fugitive at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 4 - 7 p.m. Free.
• Limbeck with Jon Ralston at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $6 - $10.
• Botanical Blues with “Mojo” Jono Smith at the Botanical Center, 1 - 3 p.m. $4.
• Ashanti at Summerset Winery, 2 – 5 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• CJC Big Band at Java Joe’s, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.
• Tommy D and Jon K at Java Joe’s, 4 - 6 p.m. Free.
• Zoroaster with Sourvein and Skin of Earth and Black Market Fetus at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• Honky Tonkin with Tommy Spencer every Sunday at Brew Haus, 4 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Country Jam Session with Cowpunk every Sunday at Johnny Mac’s, 7 p.m. – 1 a.m. Free. 263-1186.

Exhibitions/Displays
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• Ceramic Works by Chris Singewald, Sarah German and Tyler Speicher at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• Nature’s Infinite Varieties by Margaret Marshall at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• Paintings featuring Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “New Work” by William Barnes, Richard Black, Priscilla Steele, Jack Wilkes, Amy Worthen at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “Pressing Issues” at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.
• “Play the Story” by Matthew Buckingham at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Twelve Angry Men” at the Civic Center, 1 p.m. $22.50 - $42.50. 309-0251.
• “Addy: An American Girl Story” at Stephens Auditorium, 3 p.m.

Night Life
n Full Impact 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 Gene’s 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 Energy vs. Idaho Stampede at Wells Fargo Arena, 4 p.m. $8 - $20.
• Iowa Golf Show at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. $6.

Miscellaneous
• Handblown Glass Demonstrations at Ciccotti Art Glass, Ames, noon - 5 p.m. (515) 232-3385.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, noon - 8 p.m.

Monday 18

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl with Jemstate at Mars Cafe, 7:30 p.m.
• Cowboy Junkies at People’s Court, 8 p.m. $45.
• Open Mic Accoustic Night with Jim Corglignio at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Skeletonwitch with Colonizer at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $6. 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
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• Ceramic works by Chris Singewald, Sarah German, Tyler Speicher at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Nature’s Infinite Varieties” by Margaret Marshall at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• Paintings featuring Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “New Work” by William Barnes, Richard Black, Priscilla Steele, Jack Wilkes, Amy Worthen at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “Pressing Issues” at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.
• “Play the Story” by Matthew Buckingham at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Smart Talk with Lisa Ling at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m.
• Alzheimer’s Support Group for Family Members, Friends and Caregivers of People with Alzheimer’s Disease at the Park Avenue Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 6:30 - 8 p.m. 440-2722.
• Des Moines Italian Language Group Meeting at Caribou Coffee, 7 p.m.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Auditions for “Steel Magnolias” at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 7 p.m.
• “Addy: An American Girl Story” at Stephens Auditorium, 10 a.m.

Night Life
• Court Jester Comedy Challenge at Liars Club, 8 p.m. Free.
• 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.

Miscellaneous
• Heart of America Restaurants & Inns Hospitality Career Fair at The Wildwood Lodge, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Frank’s Pizza Monday Night Movie Night: Noir: “M (Fritz Lang)” & “The Man Who Wasn’t There” at Frank’s Pizza, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
• Free Tax Preparation and Filing, Including EITC Refund at DMACC Urban Campus, Drake University, Park Fair Mall, Grubb YMCA, HOLA Center and Corinthian Baptist Church, through April 12. Call 283-0940 or 491-2403.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, noon - 6 p.m.

Tuesday 19

Concerts/Live Music
• Hellyeah with Machinehead, Nonpoint, Bury Your Dead at Val Air Ballroom, 7 p.m. $27.50.
• Dale Menning & the Stardusters Dance Band at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• Baby Walrus with Dirty Little Rabbits, Unity Concious and So Much Fun at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Matt Costa with Delta Spirit at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $13 - $17.
• Damon Dotson and Justin Appel at The Grand Piano Bistro, 7 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Bob Pace Band at Blues on Grand, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3092.
• Drum Lessons with Rusty Ekland every Tueday at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• Ceramic works by Chris Singewald, Sarah German and Tyler Speicher at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Nature’s Infinite Varieties” by Margaret Marshall at the Ankeny Art Center, through March 1. Free. 965-0940.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• Paintings featuring Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “New Work” by William Barnes, Richard Black, Priscilla Steele, Jack Wilkes, Amy Worthen at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through March 29. Free. 277-6734.
• “Pressing Issues” at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.
• “Play the Story” by Matthew Buckingham at the Des Moines Art Center through April 20. Free. 277-4405.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Taste of Home Cooking School at Lutheran Church of Hope, 6:30 p.m. $10. 993-4233.
• Learn How to Plan and Enjoy a Trip on the Train at Roosevelt High School, Room 110, 7 - 9 p.m. $20. 237-1690.
• “Secrets of Success in 8 Words, 3 Minutes” Workshop with author Richard St. John at the Central Des Moines Public Library, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
• Des Moines University Mini Medical School at DMU Student Education Center, for all ages, every Tuesday through March 11. 7 - 8:30 p.m. $10 - $25.
• Free Health Talk: Advanced Nonsurgical Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Treatment at Compass Chiropractic, 6 p.m. 309-1217.
• Author Visit and Workshop to Learn the Secrets of Success with Richard St. John at the Des Moines Central Library, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 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.
• American Sign Language Classes at the Deaf Action Center, every Tuesday for 8 weeks, 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. $45. 266-5105.

Family Oriented
• Homework Help every Tuesday at the Forest Avenue Library, 5 - 6:30 p.m. Free.
• Zine at the Des Moines Central Library, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Pint Size Science: Big and Little at Science Center of Iowa, 1 p.m. $10 - $12.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Auditions for “Steel Magnolias” at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 7 p.m.

Night Life
• Poetry Slam and Literary Duke-out at Java Joe’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Extreme Team Trivia at Liars Club, 8 p.m. Free.
• Open Mic Comedy Night Contest at Trophy’s every Tuesday in February, 9 - 10 p.m. Free.
• 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.
• Kid’s Karaoke every Tuesday at Trophy’s, 7 - 8 p.m. 255-1111.
• 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. Hamilton Bulldogs at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m. $8 - $20.
• Drake Men’s Basketball vs. Bradley at Drake Knapp Center, 7:35 p.m.

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