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Thursday 20

Concerts/Live Music
• The Porch Honkeys featuring Matt Biegger at Fireside, 8:30 p.m. Free.
• Otherside at Tonic, Ankeny, 8 p.m. Free.
• Our Last Night, Four Word Cause, Hillhaven Raven at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $8. 727-4370.
• The Remus Lupins at Mars Cafe, 7:30 p.m.
• Larry Myer at Okoboji, Ankeny, 8 - 11 p.m.
• British Sea Power with Colormusic and Beati Paoli at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• The Honeybees at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Free. 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
• “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 and 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.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• BFA Exhibition: “Uncommon Understanding” by Drake students Joan Broek, Merenciana Paulus, Katherine Leeson and Tara Lange at the Heritage Gallery in the Polk County Office Building, through April 3. Free. (309) 235-2556.
• Small Format Art by Current and Former Art Store Employees at Ritual Cafe, through April 5. Free.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “Atoms vs. Bytes” by Kevin House at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through April 12.
• “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.
• “Oranges and Lemons” by Brian Hutzell at The Lift, through April. Free. 288-3777.

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
• Iowa Prayer Breakfast at the Polk County Conventioin Complex, 7:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. $10 - $20.
• Spring Break Camp at the Science Center, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $40 - $50 per day.
• Spring Break 2008: Ecokids at the Botanical Center, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. $1 - $4.
• Mystery Party! at the Des Moines Central Library, 4 - 5:30 p.m. Free.
• Dance Dance Revolution at the Forest Avenue Library, 2 - 3:30 p.m. Free.
• Winnie the Pooh Tea Party and Craft at the Franklin Avenue Library, 4 p.m. Free.

Night Life
• Sandman the Hypnotist 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 Dog House Lounge, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m.
• 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.

Miscellaneous
• Find a Job Using the Internet at the Des Moines Central Library, 3 - 4 p.m. Free.
• Spring Bazaar Benefit for Animal Lifeline of Iowa at the Loft, Thrift & Collectibles Shop in Park Avenue Plaza, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 288-7197.
• Flamenco Dance Lessons at Gateway Dance Theatre, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Friday 21

Concerts/Live Music
• Plies at Val Air Ballroom, 10 p.m. $27.50.
• Friday Work Release Party with Sumpin’ Doo every Friday at Blues on Grand, 4 p.m. $4. 244-3092.
• David Zollo at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Dueling Pianos with Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Matt Biegger at Lorenzo’s, Madrid, 8:30 p.m. Free.
• Jon DeFoor and John Kaldenberg at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. - midnight. Free. 221-3474.
• Breakin’ Ground at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Free. 285-7173.
• Flipside at Daytona’s, 9:30 p.m.
• David McVicker at Murphy’s, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free. 334-0633.
• Wickked Sin at Maingate Bar, 9 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• Pocket Full of Nickels at Luxx, 10 p.m. 270-5899.
• Roadshow at Party Town, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• One Nite Stand at Terrible’s Lakeside Casino, 8 p.m.
• Axis at Cycles Walnut Tap, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Roxi Copland at The Continental, 9 p.m. - midnight.
• Damon Dotson at A.K. O’Connors West, 9 p.m. $5. 226-1717.
• Shatter and Censored at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• The End...(A Tribute to the Beatles) 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.
• Destrophy, Dirge (featuring Soil guitarist Shawn Glass), Grinwire and Cruciful at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $10. 727-4370.
• 3 Pill Morning, Smokin’ Whiskey, Here Among the Others at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $6. 727-4370.
• The Akanes with Funk G, Hemann and the Hulks and KC Ushijima at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Black Swains with The Twelve Canons, It’s True and Brooks Strause at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Cool Disposition at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $8. 244-3092.
• Lou Brown at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• She Swings She Sways and The Black Squirrels at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• “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
• 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 and 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.
• New Work by Chris Vance at Moberg Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-9191.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• BFA Exhibition: “Uncommon Understanding” by Drake students Joan Broek, Merenciana Paulus, Katherine Leeson, and Tara Lange at the Heritage Gallery in the Polk County Office Building, through April 3. Free. (309) 235-2556.
• Small Format Art by Current and Former Art Store Employees at Ritual Cafe, through April 5. Free.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “Atoms vs. Bytes” by Kevin House at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through April 12.
• “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.
• “Oranges and Lemons” by Brian Hutzell at The Lift, through April. Free. 288-3777.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• The Explointatin of Women and the Deepening Economic Crisis with Speaker Helen Meyers at 3707 Douglas Ave., 7:30 p.m. $5. 255-1707.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Spring Break Camp at the Science Center, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. $40 - $50 per day.
• Decorate a Canvas Bag at the Franklin Avenue Library, 4 p.m. Free.
• After School Movie at the East Side Library, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Terry Factor: Winner of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” at the Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $52 - $102.

Night Life
• Swing Des Moines! Presents “Swing Me, I’m Irish” Swing Dance at the West Des Moines Community Center, 8 - 11 p.m. $5. 274-4676.
• Liars Club 1st Anniversary Party at Liars Club, 3 p.m.
• Benito Juarez Birthday Bash at Dos Rios, 4 - 9 p.m. Free.
• Comedy XPeriment at Stoner Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $8.
• Sandman the Hypnotist 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.

Miscellaneous
• Way of the Cross Procession & Reflection beginning in front of First United Methodist Church, 1:30 p.m. 288-7297.
• Explore the Starry Sky: “How Do We Know” at the Drake Observatory, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3141.
• Spring Bazaar Benefit for Animal Lifeline of Iowa at the Loft, Thrift & Collectibles Shop in Park Avenue Plaza, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 288-7197.

Saturday 22

Concerts/Live Music
• Dueling Pianos with Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at The Longest Yard, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Matt Biegger at Billies, Elkhart, 8:30 p.m. Free.
• Paul Johnson at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. - midnight. Free. 221-3474.
• One Nite Stand at Okoboji’s, SE 14th St., 9 p.m.
• Misfit Toyz at Orlondo’s, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3637.
• Roadshow at Party Town, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• The Jesters at A.K. O’Connors West, 9 p.m. $5. 226-1717.
• Breakin’ Ground at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Free. 285-7173.
• Straight Jacket Coma at Main Gate, 9:30 p.m. Free.
• Flipside at Daytona’s, 9:30 p.m.
• Jade Lea and Brutal Republic Unplugged at Shooter’s Hideaway, 9 p.m. $5. 270-3887.
• Index Case, Deified and Fatal Fall at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $10. 727-4370.
• Screaming for Silence at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Max Wellman with Patrick Mullen at Vaudeville Mews, 7 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Secret Shine with Tears Run Rings and The Films of John C. Reilly at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Backstage Boogie Band at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 8 p.m. - midnight. Free.
• Paul Mayasich & the Benderheads at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $8. 244-3092.
• Little Mojo and Driver of the Year at Java Joe’s, 8:30 - 11:30 p.m.
• Tom Vollman at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m.
• 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
• 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 and 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.
• New Work by Chris Vance at Moberg Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-9191.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• BFA Exhibition: “Uncommon Understanding” by Drake students Joan Broek, Merenciana Paulus, Katherine Leeson and Tara Lange at the Heritage Gallery in the Polk County Office Building, through April 3. Free. (309) 235-2556.
• Small Format Art by Current and Former Art Store Employees at Ritual Cafe, through April 5. Free.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “Atoms vs. Bytes” by Kevin House at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through April 12.
• “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.
• “Oranges and Lemons” by Brian Hutzell at The Lift, through April. Free. 288-3777.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Anatomy of the Soul: Lecture on Past Lives and Fulfilling Karma at the Forest Avenue Library, 1 - 2 p.m. Free. 255-5570.

Family Oriented
• Family Easter Party at Living History Farms, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $4.50.
• Saturday Special: Ed Kaizer on the Guitar at the Des Moines Central Library, 10 a.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Saturday Story and Craft: “Peeping Beauty” at the Franklin Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. Free. 283-4152.
• Nintendo Wii for Families at the Franklin Avenue Library, 1 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Auditions for “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” at Class Act Productions Theatre, Altoona, ages 7 - 16, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. 967-7950.
• Lunch ‘n Laughs: “Rumpelstiltskin” at Class Act Proctions Theatre, 11 a.m. $11. 967-7950.

Night Life
• Jason Brown Dinner and Concert at Baymount Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport, 6:30 p.m. 285-0654.
• Liars Club 1st Anniversary Party at Liars Club, 3 p.m.
• Miss Impulse Nightclub 2008 at Impulse, 10:30 p.m. $5.
• 3rd Annivesary Celebration at Ritual Cafe. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Comedy XPeriment at Stoner Theater, Civic Center, 7:30 p.m. $8.
• Sandman the Hypnotist 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
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Sioux City at KGGO Arena, 7 p.m.
• 2008 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament - First Round at Wells Fargo Arena, 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. $11 - $38.

Miscellaneous
• Craft Saturday! at Vaudeville Mews and 4th Street Theatre, noon. Free. 243-3270.
• Norwalk Firefighters Association Annual Fundraising Pancake Breakfast at the Norwalk Fire Station, 6 - 11 a.m. $5 all you can eat.
• Spring Bazaar Benefit for Animal Lifeline of Iowa at the Loft, Thrift & Collectibles Shop in Park Avenue Plaza, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 288-7197.
• Guitar Hero Competition every Saturday at 14th Street Tavern, 8 p.m. $5.

Sunday 23

Concerts/Live Music
• Lonesome Fugitive at Prairie Meadows Finish Line Show Lounge, 4 - 7 p.m. Free.
• Ashanti at Summerset Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Scott Davis Quartet at Snus Hill Winery, Madrid, 2 - 5 p.m. Free. (515) 795-3535.
• Kill Hannah and Dirty Little Rabbits at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $12. 727-4370.
• Uniphonics at El Bait Shop, 8 p.m.
• Doug Hoekstra with Rainbow Penley and Bejae Fleming at Vaudeville Mews, 8 p.m. $5. 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 Flood Crick every Sunday at Johnny Mac’s, 7 p.m. – 1 a.m. Free. 263-1186.

Exhibitions/Displays
• Exotic Cage Bird Exhibit at the Botanical Center, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 284-5901.
• 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.
• New Works by James Navarro at the Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-8682.
• New Work by Chris Vance at Moberg Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-9191.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• 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.
• Small Format Art by Current and Former Art Store Employees at Ritual Cafe, through April 5. Free.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “Atoms vs. Bytes” by Kevin House at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through April 12.
• “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.
• “Oranges and Lemons” by Brian Hutzell at The Lift, through April. Free. 288-3777.

Night Life
n Sandman the Hypnotist 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.

Monday 24

Concerts/Live Music
• Kris Roe of the Ataris with Helmer, Plan to Pull Through and Gabe Cordova at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $10. 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
• 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 and 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.
• New Work by Chris Vance at Moberg Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-9191.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• 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.
• Small Format Art by Current and Former Art Store Employees at Ritual Cafe, through April 5. Free.
• “Topographic Delusions” by Travis Rice at Hentschel Art Gallery, through April 8. Free. 277-3200.
• “Atoms vs. Bytes” by Kevin House at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through April 12.
• “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.
• “Oranges and Lemons” by Brian Hutzell at The Lift, through April. Free. 288-3777.

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
• 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.

Sports/ outdoors
• 2008 NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament - First Round at Wells Fargo Arena, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. $11 - $38.

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 25

Concerts/Live Music
• The Story Changes, Hold for Swank, Hillhaven Raven and Boo Radley at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Jacob Tyler Wolfgang with Gazelles and Moonspell Beach at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Starting Line, Bayside and Four Year Strong at People’s Court, 5 p.m.. $20.
• Hello Dave at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Bob Pace & the Blues Groove 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
• 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.
• New Works by James Navarro at the Kavanaugh Art Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-8682.
• New Work by Chris Vance at Moberg Gallery, through March 29. Free. 279-9191.
• “Puppetry” by Mary Kline-Minsol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through March. Free. 277-3200.
• 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.
• Small Format Art by Current and Former Art Store Employees at Ritual Cafe, through April 5. Free.

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