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Thursday 28

Concerts/Live Music
• ED2010 at Mars Cafe, 6 p.m.
• The Porch Honkeys featuring Matt Biegger at Trophy’s, 7 - 11 p.m. Free.
• The Bassturd with Sam Locke Ward and Todd on Acid at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Family Groove Company with Electric Junction at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Dave Zollo at Bordo’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Other Truckers at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Open Jam with VooDoo 3 at Shooter’s Hideaway, 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
• 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.
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Exhibit: “The Tragedy of Slovak Jews” at Waukee High School, weekdays after 3 p.m. and during public events, through March 27. Free. 987-1280.
• “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.
• New Works by James Navarro at the Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-8682.
• “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
• Anuual Alumni and Senior Recognition Dinner in Parents Hall, Olmsted Center, Drake University, 6 p.m. $25. 271-2183.
• Conversations on Art: Conrad Bakker at the Des Moines Art Center, 6:30 p.m. Free.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Teen Book Discussion: “The Shawl” at Waukee Public Library, 3 p.m. Free. 987-1280.
• Story and Crafts at the Des Moines Central Library, 1 - 2 p.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Leap Year Celebration at the Science Center of Iowa, 6 - 8 p.m.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $35. 309-0251.
• DecaDance Theatre at Stephens Auditorium, Ames, 7:30 p.m. $15.50 - $32.50.

Night Life
• Poetry Slam! “Say Something” at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. Free.
• Chris Porter at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• 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.
• 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 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 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 29

Concerts/Live Music
• Friday Work Release Party with Sumpin’ Doo every Friday at Blues on Grand, 4 p.m. $4. 244-3092.
• John Burns at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Bob Pace at Village Bean Co., 6 - 9 p.m.
• Dueling Pianos with Jen Porter and John Jones at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• The Comfort Zone at Legends, Pleasant Hill, 9 p.m. Free.
• Flipside at Daytona’s, 9:30 p.m.
• David Zollo, Radoslav Lorkovic, BeJae Fleming at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 7:30 p.m. $9 - $13.
• Matt Biegger at The Longest Yard, 9 p.m. Free.
• Rick Ludwig’s i-Man Show at Rookies, Ankeny, 9 - 10 p.m. Free.
• Calous at Maingate Bar, 9 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• The Rich Webster Band at Bordo’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Breakin’ Ground at Party Town, 8 p.m. Free. 287-2240.
• Jon DeFoor & John Kaldenberg at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. - midnight. Free. 221-3474.
• Shatter, Truth Be Told at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Pianopalooza at People’s Court, TBA. Cover varies.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free.
• Fatal Fall, Infandous, The Crinn, Harlots at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Jah Roots, 77 Jefferson at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Deals Gone Bad with The Vandon Arms and Slaughterhouse 6 at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Soul Searchers and Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Michael Burks at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Leapyear CD Release Party at Java Joe’s, 9 - 11:30 p.m. $5.
• Arise, Devilfish! and Kate Kennedy at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• Chris Schutz and Steph Hayes 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
• Iowa Deer Classic at Hy-Vee Hall, 3 - 9 p.m. $10.
• 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.
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Exhibit: “The Tragedy of Slovak Jews” at Waukee High School, weekdays after 3 p.m. and during public events, through March 27. Free. 987-1280.
• “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
• Spiritual Practices for Busy People at the Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. $35. 274-4006.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $35. 309-0251.
• “Kinder Schule” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 8 p.m. $2.50. 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
• Date and Mate at Blank Park Zoo, 7 p.m. $30. 323-8388.
• Chris Porter at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke at Rookies, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 964-8707.
• 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 Women’s Tennis vs. Iowa State at Drake Tennis Center, 4 p.m.
• Drake Women’s Basketball vs. Indiana State at Drake Knapp Center, 7:05 p.m.
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Chicago at KGGO Arena, 7 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Leap Year Wine Tasting at The Lagniappe, 5 - 7 p.m. Free. 277-0047.
• Remembering Alex the African Grey Parrot: More Than Just A Birdbrain in the Sun Room, Memorial Union, Iowa State University Campus, 7 p.m.

Saturday 01

Concerts/Live Music
• On Stage at the Art Center: The Ames Piano Quartet at the Des Moines Art Center, 8 p.m. $5 - $29.
• Julie Lloyd at The Anchor Coffee House, Westminster Church, 7 p.m. $10. 274-1534.
• Charlie King and Jim Scott at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7:30 p.m. $10 suggested donation. 255-8114.
• Larry Carlton and Robben Ford at Hoyt Sherman Place, 8 p.m. $39.50.
• DMACC Winter Concert in the Building 6 Auditorium, Ankeny Campus, , 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Michelle Hoy and Ordinary People at Amici, Downtown, 7 - 9 p.m. 288-1492.
• Julie Lloyd at Westminster’s Anchor Coffee House, 7 p.m. $12. 274-1534.
• Dueling Pianos with Jen Porter and John Jones at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• The Greencards at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $11 - $16.
• Steve Slate at Bordo’s, 8 p.m. Free.
• Betty Buzzkill and Lookout Loretta at Maingate Bar, 9 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• The Soul Searchers at Terrible’s Lakeside Casino, 8 p.m.
• Who’s Your Daddy at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Marashino with Straight Jacket Coma at Smokey’s BBQ, SW 9th, 9 p.m. Free.
• Jon DeFoor at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. - midnight. Free. 221-3474.
• Matt Biegger and Stacy Peterson at Lorenzo’s, Madrid, 9 p.m. Free.
• Breakin’ Ground at Party Town, 8 p.m. Free. 287-2240.
• Misfit Toyz at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Dead Horse Trauma, Thrunch, Only, Agony of Defeat at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• Dead Horse Trauma, Final Escape, Dying Eyes, Deified at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• Jessica Wyomning’s Reunion Show! with Goodbye Vienna, Once Wings Engulf and Beset at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Keepers of the Carpet with Secret Panels, Why Make Clocks and You Are Home at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Lady Blue featuring Tina Haase Findlay at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $5. 244-3092.
• Laura Tsaggaris and Brianna Lane at Ritual Cafe, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Kountertop 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
• Iowa Deer Classic at Hy-Vee Hall, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. $10.
• Copper Garden Art Sculpture Exhibit by Ann Allison at the Botanical Center, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• 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.
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Exhibit: “The Tragedy of Slovak Jews” at Waukee High School, weekdays after 3 p.m. and during public events, through March 27. Free. 987-1280.
• “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.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• Central Iowa Job Fair and Seminar: “Your Career - A New Path” at Lutheran Church of Hope, 9 a.m. 222-1520.
• What the Socialist Workers Campaign Fights For at 3707 Douglas Ave., 7:30 p.m. $5. 255-1707.
• Tree Pruning Workshop at Ewing Park, Lilac Arboretum, 10 a.m. - noon. Free. 283-4500.
• Learn, Lunch and Work Day: Pruning Shrubs at Brenton Arboretum, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pre-registration required: (515) 992-4211.
• Young Professionals Book Discussion: “A Long Way Gone” by Ishmael Beah at the Forest Avenue Library, 2 p.m. Free. 323-8378.

Family Oriented
• Saturday Special: Family Jammies Storytime at the Des Moines Central Library, 10 a.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Saturday Story and Craft: “Bad Day at Riverbend” at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Soul Food Festival at the Forest Avenue Library, 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. 283-4152.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Defending the Caveman” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theatre, 7:30 p.m. $35. 309-0251.
• “Kinder Schule” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. $2.50. 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.
• “Ghosts in the Mirror” at the Ames Community Auditorium, 8 p.m. $12. (515) 232-7374.

Night Life
• Scarlet, Fashion Show at The Temple for Performing Arts, 8 p.m. $25.
• 2nd Anniversary Party with DJ Solarz at Mars Cafe, 8 p.m.
• First Jitterbug Swing Dance at the Des Moines Ballroom, 8 p.m.
• Chris Porter 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 Ski Club Day at Seven Oaks Recreation, Boone, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (515) 432-9457.
• Raccoon River Watershed Association presents: “Life in the Raccoon River” at the DMACC West Campus, 8 a.m.
• Drake Men’s Basketball vs. Wichita State at Drake Knapp Center, 1 p.m.
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Lincoln at KGGO Arena, 7 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Harvest of Hope Winter Farmer’s Market at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Blue Ribbon Bacon Festival at High Life Lounge and el Bait Shop, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $30.
• National Horse Protection Day Mane Event Celebration at the Animal Rescue Leagues main shelter, 5452 NE 22nd St., noon. Then at 6:30 p.m. at Jester Park Equestrian Center. 262-9503.
• Winter Dinner featuring Music by Carol Palmer at Highland Park Christian Church, 5:30 p.m. $15. 244-3162.
• Des Moines Rehabbers Club Meeting at 1711 E. Eighth St., 9:30 - 11 a.m. Free.
• Guitar Hero Competition every Saturday at 14th Street Tavern, 8 p.m. $5.

Sunday 02

Concerts/Live Music
• Drake Wind Symphony in the Performing Arts Hall, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• State Symphony of Mexico at Stephens Auditorium, Ames, 3 p.m. $20 - $48.50.
• Botanical Blues with Saylor Hillsliders at the Botanical Center, 1 - 3 p.m. $4.
• The Soul Searchers at Summerset Winery, 2 – 5 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Midlife Crisis at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 2 - 5 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Eon MC Etc with Ptates, Young Tripp, So Fine Click, D.I.R.T.Y.D. and C. Kings at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Open Jam with VooDoo 3 at Maingate Bar, 8 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• 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
• Iowa Deer Classic at Hy-Vee Hall, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $10.
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Exhibit: “The Tragedy of Slovak Jews” at Waukee High School, weekdays after 3 p.m. and during public events, through March 27. Free. 987-1280.
• “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.
• 37th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through March 28. Free. 271-1994.
• 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.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Who’s on First” at the Actors Studio, Ames, 1 p.m.
• “Kinder Schule” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Theatre, noon. $2.50. 309-0251.
• Murder Mystery Dinner Theater: “Murder in Margaritaland” at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 6 p.m. $17 - $22.
• “Ghosts in the Mirror” at the Ames Community Auditorium, 8 p.m. $12. (515) 232-7374.

Night Life
n Chris Porter 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 Women’s Tennis vs. Illinois at Chicago at Drake Tennis Center, 10 a.m.
• Drake Women’s Basketball vs. Illinois State at Drake Knapp Center, 2:30 p.m.

Monday 03

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl with Little Mojo at Mars Cafe, 7:30 p.m.
• The Teddy Boys with Nuclear Radio, The Wheelers and Gabe Cordova at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 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
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Exhibit: “The Tragedy of Slovak Jews” at Waukee High School, weekdays after 3 p.m. and during public events, through March 27. Free. 987-1280.
• “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.
• 37th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through March 28. Free. 271-1994.
• 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.
• BFA Exhibition: “Uncommon Understanding” by Drake students Joan Broek, Merenciana Paulus, Katherine Leeson, Tara Lange at the Heritage Gallery in the Polk County Office Building, through April 3. Free. (309) 235-2556.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• “Visualization Short Course: You Really Can Have Everything You Want” at Valley Southwoods School, every Monday in March, 7:30 - 9 p.m. $46. 633-5007.
• Des Moines Italian Language Group Meeting at Caribou Coffee, 3220 Ingersoll Ave., 7 p.m. Free.
• Adult Book Discussion: “The Mermaid Chair” by Sue Monk Kidd at the Forest Avenue Library, 2 p.m. Free. 323-8378.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

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 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
• 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.

Tuesday 04

Concerts/Live Music
• Rain - The Beatles Experience at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $42.50 - $52.50. 309-0251.
• Drake Band Concert in the Performing Arts Hall, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• Augustana Symphonic Band at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 7:30 p.m. Free-will offering. 243-7691.
• Sick Puppies, Dropping Daylight, Saving Abel at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $12. 727-4370.
• American Catastrophe with Austin May, Sam Knutson (Of Shame Train) and Danny Heggen at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Nadas (Acoustic Show) at The Grand Piano Bistro, 9 p.m. $10. 243-2380.
• Eric Sardinas at Blues on Grand, 8 p.m. $12. 244-3092.
• Drum Lessons with Rusty Ekland every Tueday at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• “Art About the State of Things” featuring Drake University Students in the Weeks Gallery, Drake University, through March 16. Free. 271-3119.
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Exhibit: “The Tragedy of Slovak Jews” at Waukee High School, weekdays after 3 p.m. and during public events, through March 27. Free. 987-1280.
• “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.
• 37th Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition in the Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through March 28. Free. 271-1994.
• 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.
• BFA Exhibition: “Uncommon Understanding” by Drake students Joan Broek, Merenciana Paulus, Katherine Leeson, Tara Lange at the Heritage Gallery in the Polk County Office Building, through April 3. Free. (309) 235-2556.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• “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
• Waukee Public Library Big Read Film Series: “Image Before My Eyes” at the Jewish Federation of Greater Des Moines’ Caspe Terrace, 6:30 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

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