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Thursday 21

Concerts/Live Music
• The Dreaming, Screaming For Silence, Cruciful at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $15. 727-4370.
• Carrie Rodriguez at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $9 - $13.
• Jonathan Hape and Cary Judd at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• The Dreaming, Screaming for Silence, The Love Kills Theory, Occams Razor, Shram, Before the Rise, Cruciful at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $13. 727-4370.
• Too Pure To Die with Upon Deaths Arrival, Amass the Grave and Fatal Fall at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Sunset Cowboy at Miss Kitty’s, 9:30 p.m. $5.
• Dave Zollo at Bordo’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Open Mic with Mary McAdams at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Free. 288-4872.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 9:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Open Jam with VooDoo 3 at Shooter’s Hideway, 8 p.m. $3. 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
• 66th Annual Des Moines Boat and Sportshow at Hy-Vee Hall, 5 - 9 p.m. $5 - $8.
• “Woven Traditions: Central and West African Textiles” in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Feb. 22. Free. 271-1994.
• President Lincoln Documents at the State Historical Museum, through Feb. 29. Free. 281-3858.
• 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.
• “Daring To Try New Avenues” by Linda Andeberg at Plymouth Church, through March 28. Free. 255-3149.
• 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
• Transplanting in the Tropics: A Greenhouse Open House at the City of Des Moines Greenhouse, 2501 SE Maury, 4 - 6 p.m. 559-6370.
• Learning About Iran & Avoiding War at the Des Moines Central Library, 6:30 - 8 p.m. 274-4851 ext. 16.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• After School Book Discussion: “Chasing Vermeer” by Blue Balliett at the Franklin Avenue Library, 4 p.m. Free. 283-4152.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Katie Couric’s “The Brand New Kid” at the Civic Center, 9:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. $4. 309-0251.
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $35. 309-0251.
• Auditions for “Seven Sins” at the Pappajohn Education Center, 7 p.m.

Night Life
• Variety Club Karaoke Idol Contest at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 8 p.m. $25. 255-1111.
• 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.
• Dan Davidson 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 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 Stars vs. Milwaukee Admirals at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:07 p.m. $8 - $20.

Miscellaneous
• Computer Basics at the Des Moines Central Library, 3 - 4 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Learn to use the Internet at the East Side Library, 3 - 4 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• 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 22

Concerts/Live Music
• Up With People at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $13 - $18.
• Lisa Lampanelli at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7:30 p.m. $34.57.
• Friday Work Release Party with Sumpin’ Doo every Friday at Blues on Grand, 4 p.m. $4. 244-3092.
• Gary and Marcia at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Corey Schmidt Band at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Pocket Full of Nickels at Kenny’s Pub, Waukee., 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• The After Hours Band at Southside Club, Boone, 9 p.m. Free.
• Rick Ludwig’s i-Man Show at Rookies, Clive, 9:30 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• One Nite Stand at Okoboji’s, SE 14th St., 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Max Eubanks at Bordo’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Breakin’ Ground at Double J’s Roadhouse, 9 p.m. Free. 262-8683.
• Jon DeFoor & John Kaldenberg at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. - midnight. Free. 221-3474.
• Snafu, The Bombardiers, Jade Lea at Shooter’s Hideway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• North of Grand at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Axis at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Deep Blue Something with The Chris Ranallo Project at People’s Court, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Backstage Boogie Band at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free.
• Hanwell, The Naked Station, The Prospectors at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• TrechenT at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Red Ascension with Hallowed Hysteria and Bears Love Chocolate Covered Kids at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Glitter City Meltdown at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Scott Holt at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $8. 244-3092.
• Mike Blackwell at Cafe Diem, Ankeny, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• The Hail Seizures at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• Truckstop Souvenir at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• “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
• 66th Annual Des Moines Boat and Sportshow at Hy-Vee Hall, 2 - 9 p.m. $5 - $8.
• Des Moines Antique Spectacular at the Polk County Convention Complex, 5 - 9 p.m. $6.
• “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.
• “Daring To Try New Avenues” by Linda Andeberg at Plymouth Church, through March 28. Free. 255-3149.
• 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.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• Crisis in Kenya: Result of Imperialist Exlpoitation of Africa at 3707 Douglas Ave., 7:30 p.m. $5. 255-1707.
• Intellectual Property Scholars Roundtable at the Neal and Bea Smith Law Center Courtroom, Drake University, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. $150. 271-2141.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Aquire the Fire - Christian Youth Conference at Veteran’s auditorium, 6 p.m.
• Tween and Teen Knitting Club at the Franklin Avenue Library, 4 p.m. Free. 283-4152.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $35. 309-0251.
• “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
• Comedy XPeriment at the Stoner Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $8.
• Dan Davidson 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 Friday at Dog House Lounge, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m.
• 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
• Drake Men’s Tennis vs. Illinois at Chicago at Drake Tennis Center, 6 p.m.
• Iowa Stars vs. Chicago Wolves at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:07 p.m. $8 - $20.
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Ohio at KGGO Arena, 7 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Nintendo Wii for Adults at the Franklin Avenue Library, 10:30 a.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Blood Drive at DMACC Ankeny Campus, Building No. 5, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 964-6359.
• 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 23

Concerts/Live Music
• Brad Paisley at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:30 p.m. $30 & $46.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at the Longest Yard, 9 p.m. Free.
• Newsboys at Val Air Ballroom, 7 p.m. $22.50.
• Drake University Choir Benefit Concert on the Jordan Stage in Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University, for their trip to Austria/ Italy 8 p.m. $25. 271-2841.
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Michael Young, Michael Whisler at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $6 - $12.
• Best of Fools at Bordo’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Flipside at Rookies, 6151 Thornton, 9 p.m.
• Jon DeFoor & John Kaldenberg at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. - midnight. Free. 221-3474.
• Johnny Reeferseed and the High Rollers at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Legends East, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 564-1100.
• Matt Biegger at Ruby’s, Stuart, 9 p.m. Free.
• Breakin’ Ground at Double J’s Roadhouse, 9 p.m. Free. 262-8683.
• No Surrender Productions Benefit Show: Smiles for Ashley featuring Calous, Fatal Fall, Morbid Harvest, Dying Eyes, Cruciful, Smoking Blindfolded, SordiD, Deified, Common Disease of Swine, Grinwire, Amereimage at Shooter’s Hideway, 2 p.m. $10. 270-3887.
• Running From Tomorrow, Tempest Rose, Funks G at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Cokey G. at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Maxilla Blue with Case the Joint and El Guatne and Seemore Perspective and Truthmaze at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• Anthony Gomes at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Bethany Johnson at Cafe Diem, Ankeny, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Rusty Ekland at Ritual Cafe, 7:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• The Stereofidelics at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• VooDoo 3 at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free.
• 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
• 66th Annual Des Moines Boat and Sportshow at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. $5 - $8.
• Des Moines Antique Spectacular at the Polk County Convention Complex, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $6.
• 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.
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• “Daring To Try New Avenues” by Linda Andeberg at Plymouth Church, through March 28. Free. 255-3149.
• 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.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• Starting Seeds Indoors Workshop at the City of Des Moines Greenhouse, 2501 SE Maury, 9 - 11 a.m. Pre-registration required: 237-1386.

Family Oriented
• Aquire the Fire - Christian Youth Conference at Veteran’s Auditorium, 9 a.m.
• American Girl Club at Barnes & Noble, West Des Moines, 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Pre-registration required: 221-9171.
• Storytime at Barnes & Noble BN Jr. Stage, West Des Moines, 11 a.m. 221-9171.
• “I-Read” Open House at all Des Moines Public Librarys, 10 a.m. - noon. Free. 283-4152.
• Chocolate Cooking Class for Teens at the Des Moines Central Library, 1 - 3 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Saturday Special: “Taz” at the Des Moines Central Library, 10 a.m. Free. 283-4152.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $35. 309-0251.
• “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
• Comedy XPeriment at the Stoner Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $8.
• 24th Annual Filipino-American Associatioin of Iowa Valentines Party at the Holiday Inn, Merle Hay, 5:30 p.m. $38. 284-7114.
• Central Iowa Barn Dance at the Collegiate-Wesley Annex, Ames, 8 - 11 p.m. $5. (515) 292-0117.
• Dan Davidson 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
• Drake Men’s Tennis vs. DePaul at Drake Tennis Center, 11 a.m.
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Omaha at KGGO Arena, 7 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Coffee Class at Lagniappe, 10 - 11 a.m. $20. 277-0047.
• Guitar Hero Competition every Saturday at 14th Street Tavern, 8 p.m. $5.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Sunday 24

Concerts/Live Music
• Oboelisk at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 3 p.m. Free. 223-4208.
• Al Ford Orchestra at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 4 - 7 p.m. Free.
• The A-Sides, Division Day at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $7 - $10.
• Botanical Blues with Matt Woods at the Botanical Center, 1 - 3 p.m. $4.
• Freestyle at Summerset Winery, 2 – 5 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Flying Silos at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 2 - 5 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Johnston Station Jazz Band at Java Joe’s, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.
• Dirty Little Rabbits, Screaming Mechanical Brain, Alex Hates at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $13. 727-4370.
• Caleb Hawley at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• 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
• 66th Annual Des Moines Boat and Sportshow at Hy-Vee Hall, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. $5 - $8.
• Des Moines Antique Spectacular at the Polk County Convention Complex, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. $6.
• 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.
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• “Daring To Try New Avenues” by Linda Andeberg at Plymouth Church, through March 28. Free. 255-3149.
• 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.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• Traditional Chinese Medicine at the Urbandale Library, Meeting Room A, 1:30 p.m. 331-6764.
• Author Dr. Nicholas D. Kokonis on his book “Arcadia, My Arcadia” at the Community Centre of the Greek Orthodox Churhc of St. George, 3 p.m. Free. 277-0780.

Night Life
n Dan Davidson 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
• Drake Men’s Tennis vs. UMKC at Drake Tennis Center, noon.
• Drake Women’s Tennis vs. Missouri at Drake Tennis Center, 10 a.m.
• Iowa Energy vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce at Wells Fargo Arena, 4 p.m. $8 - $20.
• 2008 Bald Eagle Watch at Saylorville Reservoir Visitor Center, 4 p.m. 465-3577.

Miscellaneous
• 801 Grand Power Climb at 801 Grand, 8:01 a.m. $40 - $60.
• Public Ice Skating at Brenton Skating Plaza, noon - 8 p.m.

Monday 25

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl with Floodplane at Mars Cafe, 7 p.m.
• Open Mic Accoustic Night with Josh Davis at Hull Avenue Tavern, 9 p.m. Free.
• Bump at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $5. 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
• 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.
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• “Daring To Try New Avenues” by Linda Andeberg at Plymouth Church, through March 28. Free. 255-3149.
• 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.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• Drake University Undergraduate Mock Trial in the Neal and Bea Smith Law Center, 7 - 10 p.m. Free. 271-2999.
• Des Moines Public Library Adventure Series with Pat Woodard: “Don’t Push Me, I’m Jumping! - Tales of a Reluctant Adventurer” at the Des Moines Central Library, 6:30 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Books-n-Banter at Barnes & Noble, West Des Moines, 7 p.m. 221-9171.

Family Oriented
• College and Career Lab at the Des Moines Central Library, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Free. 283-4152.

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.

Sports/ outdoors
• Iowa Girls High School State Basketball Tournament at Wells Fargo Arena.
• Des Moines Cycle Club Meeting at Mustards, Windsor Heights, 7 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Frank’s Pizza Monday Night Movie Night: Period/ War: “Dr. Strangelove” and “Ashes & Diamonds” 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 26

Concerts/Live Music
• Rural Edition Trio at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• Bill Mallonee at Vaudeville Mews, 8 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Open Mic Night at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. Free.
• Brian Herrin and Micah at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 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
• 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.
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• “Objects & Economies” (Untitled Projects 1997 - 2007) by Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through March 28. Free. 557-6109.
• “Daring To Try New Avenues” by Linda Andeberg at Plymouth Church, through March 28. Free. 255-3149.
• 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.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• 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: Nonsurgical Shoulder Injury Healing and Stabilization at Compass Chiropractic, 6 p.m. 309-1217.
• 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
• Storytime at Barnes & Noble BN Jr. Stage, West Des Moines, 10 a.m. 221-9171.

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