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Concerts/Live Music
• Leo Kottke & Leon Redbone at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7:30 p.m. $27 - $36.
• The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash, Johnny Reeferseed and the High Rollers at House of Bricks, 7 p.m. $10. 727-4370.
• The Donkeys, Why Make Clocks, Gabe Cordova at Vaudeville Mews, 9 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Dan Le Sac vs. Scroobius Pip at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8:30 p.m. $7 - $10.
• Soul Searchers at Valley Junction Farmer’s Market, 6 - 8 p.m.
• Marshall Mitchell at Fireside Grill, 9 p.m. Free.
• Songwriters in the Round with Kat Darling and Aaron Short at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Plastic Apartment at Papa’s Corner, Ames, 9 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Open Jam every Thursday at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $12. 244-3092.
• Open Jam with VooDoo 3 at Shooter’s Hideaway, 8 p.m. $3. 270-3887.
• Open Mic every Thursday at Black Cat Cafe, 7 - 10 p.m.
• The James Biehn Experience every Thursday at People’s Court, 9 p.m. Free.
• 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
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Cancer Courage & Chocolate at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, 5 p.m. Free.
• Henry Rollins Lecture at Stephens Auditorium, Ames, 8 p.m. Free.
• Drake Law School’s Constitutional Law Center Distinguished Lecture Series: “Transitional Justice: The Dilemma of Pursing Peace and Justice Simultaneously in an Ongoing Conflict” with Juan E. Mendez in room 213 of Cartwright Hall, Drake University, 4 p.m. Free. 271-2988.
• Computer Class: Basic Internet Searching at the Des Moines Central Library, 3 - 4 p.m. Free.
• Exercise for a Healthy Back at Compass Chiropractic, 5:30 p.m. Reservations required: 309-1217.
• Tai Chi Classes at Westminster Presbyterian Church, through Oct. 30, beginning classes: 5:15 - 6:30 p.m., intermediate classes: 7 - 8:15 p.m. $55. 274-1534.
• DMACC Continuing Education: Community Spanish every Thursday through Oct. 16 at DMACC Urban Campus, 6 - 9 p.m. $149.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Teen and Tween Knitting Club at the Des Moines Central Library, 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $35.
• “All My Sons” at Westminster Church, 7:30 p.m. $20. 274-1534.

Night Life
• Dwayne Clark at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Bike Night at Main Gate, 5 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• Bike Night every Thursday at Trophy’s, 5 - 11 p.m.
• Game Night and Ice Cream Social at Java Joes, 5 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Step Into Swing at Java Joes, 8 - 10:30 p.m. Free.
• Salsa Night at Dos Rios, 9 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 at Jeanie’s Bottle, 9 p.m. Free. 278-9797.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Johnny Mac’s, 8 p.m. – midnight. 263-1186.
• 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 Anthony’s with Smitty’s Karaoke, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Connie’s Lounge, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 278-9797.
• Karaoke every Thursday at Hull Avenue Tavern with Modern Generations, 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 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 Cattoor’s on Grand 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 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, 9 p.m. 255-1111.

Miscellaneous
• UFO (Underrated, Freakish, Odd) Tasting at Vintage Wine, 5 - 7 p.m. Free. 225-4373.
• Author Joyce Rupp at Beaverdale Books, 7 p.m. 279-5400.
• Free Wine Tasting at Sbrocco, 5 - 8 p.m.
• Valley Junction Farmer’s Market every Thursday through Oct. 2, 4 - 8 p.m.
• Flamenco Dance Lessons at Gateway Dance Theatre, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708.

Friday19

Concerts/Live Music
• Flying Silos at Summerset Winery, 6 – 9 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at Westtowne Pub, Ames, 9 p.m. Free.
• Scott Davis at Snus Hill Winery and Vineyard, Madrid, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Free. 795-3535.
• World Port at The Lagniappe Full Moon Party, 7 - 10 p.m. 277-0047.
• The Comfort Zone at Bourbon St., 9 p.m. Free.
• The Blend with Aeon Grey and Touchnice at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8:30 p.m. $7 - $10.
• Apocalyptica at People’s Court, 8 p.m. $15.
• Jared Hall at A.K. O’Connors, Downtown, 10 p.m. Free.
• Scott Horn at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 6 - 9 p.m. Free.
• Kelly’s Clan at Orlondo’s, 9:30 p.m. Free.
• Axis at Terrible’s Lakeside Casino, Osceola, 8 p.m.
• After Hours Band at All in the Family, 9 p.m.
• Fighting for Katie at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. 221-3474.
• Public Property at Papa’s Corner, Ames, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Sam Salomone/Rob Messer Trio with guest Steve Charlson at The Continental, 9 p.m. Free.
• Mizer, Backdrop at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Stillcry, Look Out Loretta, Caustic Vision, Suicide Blondes, North to the Future at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• The Dharma Bums, Dead Larry, Reckless Generation at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Blend, Aeon Grey at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Dueling Pianos with Pete Dawson and Jim Beavers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-2380.
• Roxi Copland at The Cosmopolitan, 8 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Jonathan Singleton and The Grove at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m.
• Anthony Gomes & the New Soul Cowboys at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Nikki Lunden 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. 291-6097.
• Larry Berenguel every Friday at Orlondo’s, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3637.

Exhibitions/Displays
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Polk County Convention Complex, 10 a.m. $50.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m. $20 - $35.
• “All My Sons” at Westminster Church, 7:30 p.m. $20. 274-1534.

Night Life
• Lavelle Crawford at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Guitar Hero every Friday at Fireside Grille, Altoona, 10 p.m. Free.
• Karaoke at Rube’s Steakhouse, Waukee, with Modern Generations, 8 p.m. Free. 987-8267.
• Karaoke at Jeanie’s Bottle, 9 p.m. Free. 278-9797.
• Karaoke at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free. 987-9604.
• Karaoke every Friday at Striker’s Sports Bar with J&M Karaoke, 9 p.m.
• 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 Anthony’s with Smitty’s Karaoke, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Karaoke every Friday at The Irishman Pub, Indianola, with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 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 Cattoors on Grand 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 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 Road with Smitty’s, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 309-3111.
• Karaoke every Friday at Yo Yo’s, 8 p.m. – midnight. 266-9144.
• Karaoke every Friday at the 14th Street Tavern, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-3446.
• Karaoke every Friday at Hugh’s Jungle Room, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 254-3080.
• Karaoke every Friday at Booneville Bar with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-9097.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/ outdoors
• Fore! The Animal Golf Classic at Briarwood Golf Course, Ankeny, 11 a.m. $95. Benefiting ARL. 262-9503.

Miscellaneous
• Drake Observatory: “The Real Force” at the Drake Municipal Observatory, Waveland Park Golf Course, 8 p.m. Free. 271-3141.
• Trash & Treasure Sale at Miller United Methodist Church, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 262-7715.
• Author Lesley Kagen at East Village Books, 6 p.m. Free.
• Free Wine Tasting at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 4 - 7 p.m.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708.

Saturday20

Concerts/Live Music
• Des Moines Symphony Opening Night Gala with Amy Grant at the Civic Center, 8 p.m. $55 - $85.
• The Iowa Friends of Foster Children Foundation presents: Rusty Johnson’s American Dreams Concert at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7:30 p.m. $25.
• After Hours Band at All in the Family, 9 p.m.
• Ladies Night with Joanne Jackson at Sugar Grove Winerey, Newton. $5. (641) 787-9463.
• Faculty Recital: Christine Blanner and Michelle Havlik-Jergens on the Jordan Stage in Sheslow Auditiorium, Drake University, 5 p.m. Free. 271-3975.
• John Burns at Village Bean Coffee, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.
• The Comfort Zone at Bourbon St., 9 p.m. Free.
• Money Shot at Club Live, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Breakin’ Ground at Good Times, Ankeny, 9 p.m. Free. 262-8683.
• Bob Pace Band at Bordo’s, 9 p.m. Free.
• The Cues at Bogies Pub, 9 p.m. Free.
• Fighting for Katie at Trostel’s Dish, 9 p.m. 221-3474.
• Dueling Pianos with Pete Dawson and Jim Beavers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-2380.
• One Nite Stand at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free.
• Snafu at Papa’s Corner, Ames, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Vow of Silence, Sleep is the Enemy at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Junk Poet, Odium, Di-Fi at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Dressy Bessy, The Coast, Heligoats at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Dressy Bessy, The Coast, Wolves in the Attic at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Flipside at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 p.m. - 1 a.m.
• Joanna Connor at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Coles Whalen at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• 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.

Exhibitions/Displays
• The Women’s Life Expo at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. $6.
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Welcome to Medicare at the Des Moines Central Library, 10 a.m. Free.
• Photography Day at the Farms at Living History Farms.

Family Oriented
• History Hunter Museum Vault Tours at the State Historical Building, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. $8 - $12.
• Whimsical Weather at Science Center of Iowa, ages six months - 4 1/2 years, 9:30 a.m. $15 - $20.
• Saturday Special: Fantastic Fossils! at the Des Moines Central Library, 10 a.m. Free.
• Thomas the Tank Engine at the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $18. (800) 626-0319.
• Heritage Carousel open in Union Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m. $20 - $35.
• “All My Sons” at Westminster Church, 7:30 p.m. $20. 274-1534.

Night Life
• 60th Primetime Emmy Awards Party at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 6 p.m. Free.
• Huge F’N Street Party at Liars Club. TBA.
• Barn Dance and Clogging Demonstration at the Nevada Community Building, 6:30 p.m. (515) 232-3319.
• Lavelle Crawford at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Game Night 2nd Saturday of every month at Westview Church, Waukee, 5 - 11 p.m. Free. www.westview.org.
• Karaoke at Jeanie’s Bottle, 9 p.m. Free. 278-9797.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Fireside Grille, Altoona, 10 p.m. Free.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Striker’s Sports Bar with J&M Karaoke, 9 p.m.
• 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 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 Anthony’s with Smitty’s Karaoke, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Karaoke every Saturday at Royal Flush with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 564-1140.
• 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 on 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 Cattoors on Grand 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 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 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, 9 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/ outdoors
• Jim Goodman Memorial Family Bike Ride at the State Capitol Grounds, 9:30 a.m. $10 - $50.
• American Lung Association Lung Walk at the West Des Moines City Campus. 309-9507 ext. 222.
• Four Mile Creek Sweep at Four Mile Community Center, 8 a.m. - noon.
• Figure 8 Race Championship at the Dallas County Fairgrounds, 6 p.m. $3 - $10. 993-3728.
• Halfway to St. Patty’s Day Bike Ride and Party at Orlando’s, noon. $20.

Miscellaneous
• Winefest’s Vino in the Village in Historical East Village, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.
• Doors to the Past: Walking Tour of Historic Sherman Hill at Hoyt Sherman Place, 10 a.m. $15.
• Pagan Pride Day at Union Park, noon - 6 p.m. 2 canned food items to be donated for charity.
• Trash & Treasure Sale at Miller United Methodist Church, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 262-7715.
• GOPFest ‘08 at 7 Flags Event Center, 5:30 p.m. $25. 280-6438.
• Des Moines Renaissance Faire at Festival Park, Sleepy Hollow, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Downtown Farmer’s Market on Historic Court Ave., through Oct. 7 a.m. - noon.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708.

Sunday21

Concerts/Live Music
• Switchback at Summerset Winery, 3 – 6 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Iowa Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Blues on Grand, 5:30 p.m. $12. 244-3092.
• Midlife Crisis at Snus Hill Winery and Vineyard, Madrid, 3 - 6 p.m. Free. 795-3535.
• Joe and Vicki Price at el Bait Shop, 8 - 11 p.m.
• Larry Myer at Prairie Moon Winery, Ames, 3 p.m. (515) 232-2747.
• Open Mic/Jam with Voodoo 3 every Sunday at Main Gate, 8 p.m.
• Honky Tonkin with Tommy Spencer every Sunday at Brew Haus, 4 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Country Jam Session with Country Fever every Sunday at Johnny Mac’s, 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. Free. 263-1186.

Exhibitions/Displays
• Historic Valley Junction Fall Art Market in Valley Junction, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• The Women’s Life Expo at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. $6.
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Family Oriented
• Thomas the Tank Engine at the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad, noon - 5 p.m. $18. (800) 626-0319.
• Heritage Carousel open in Union Park, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 2 p.m. $20 - $35.
• “All My Sons” at Westminster Church, 3 p.m. $20. 274-1534.

Night Life
• Iowa Blues Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Blues on Grand, 5 - 10 p.m. $10 - $12. 244-3092.
• Lavelle Crawford at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m.
• Cruise Night, Souped up Cars at Main Gate, noon - 10 p.m. Free. 266-2716.
• Service Industry Night every Sunday at Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery, 9 p.m. 267-8900.
• Karaoke at Jeanie’s Bottle, 9 p.m. Free. 278-9797.
• 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 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 Orlondo’s with Showtime Entertainment, 8 p.m. 244-3637.
• 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
• Bonnie & Clyde River Float on the South Raccoon River, 1 - 9 p.m. Registration required: 465-3577.

Miscellaneous
• Doors to the Past: Walking Tour of Historic Sherman Hill at Hoyt Sherman Place, 10 a.m. $15.
• Des Moines Renaissance Faire at Festival Park, Sleepy Hollow, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
• Weekly Sunday Lectures, Spiritual Discussions, and Psychic Readings locations vary, call Energy Exchange for more information at 321-1501.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708.

Monday22

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl with Fat Andy at Mars Cafe, 7:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Singer Songwriter Night with: Brian Holtz at The Royal Mile, 8 - 10 p.m.
• Sam Miller at The Continental every Monday, 9 p.m. Free. 244-5845.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• The Oxford Project with Stephen Bloom and Peter Feldstein at the Des Moines Central Library, 7 p.m. Free.
• Author Adrienne Rich in the Memorial Union Great Hall at Iowa State University, 8 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.

Night Life
• Bike Night every Monday at Fireside Grille, Altoona, through September, 6 - 9 p.m.
• 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 Co., 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 night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 255-1111.

Miscellaneous
• Author Stephen Bloom and Photographer Peter Feldstein at the Des Moines Central Library, 7 p.m. Free.
• Grimes Farmer’s Market through Sept. 4 - 7 p.m.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708.

Tuesday23

Concerts/Live Music
• The Hot Club of Des Moines outside the Des Moines Central Library, kick-off for St. John’s Lutheran Church Midweek Music, noon - 12:45 p.m. Free.
• Afrissippi at Blues on Grand, 8 p.m. $8. 244-3092.
• The Dead Silence with Cataldo at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $7 - $10.
• Max Wellman Trio at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Exmortus at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Tuesday Night Open Jam with One Nite Stand at Rookies, 6151 Thornton Ave. 8 - 11 p.m.
• Bob Pace & the Blues Groove at Blues on Grand, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3092.
• Drum Lessons with Rusty Ekland every Tuesday at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Stalkner Lecture: Dennis J. Goldford “One Nation Under Whose God? Law, Politics and Religion in America” in Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University, 7 p.m. Free. 271-3939.
• Drake Center for Global Citzenship Lecture with J. Alexander Their: “Afghanistan: The Forgotten War” in Bulldog Theater, Drake University, 12:30 p.m. Free. 271-2117.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Pint Size Science at the Science Center of Iowa, 1 - 2 p.m. or 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. $8 - $12.

Night Life
• Bike Night at Rookies, 6151 Thorton Ave.
• Extreme Team Trivia at Liars Club, 8 p.m. Free.
• Comedy Open Mic Night at Jeannie’s Bottle, 8 p.m.
• Salsa Dancing at Keysters every Tuesday, 8 p.m. lessons, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. dancing. $5. 21+. 252-1403.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Bennigan’s on Merle Hay Road with HEARTtracks, 9 p.m. – midnight. 276-7777.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Hull Avenue Tavern with Modern Generations, 9:30 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Bogie’s Pub with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. Cover varies. 727-5900.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Beechwood Lounge with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. Cover varies. 288-BEER.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Cabaret with TJ, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. 276-9927.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Denny D’s, 9:30 p.m. 264-9816.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Plaza Pub with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 331-0871.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Gronau’s with Metro Entertainment, 9 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 334-7350.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. 727-4370.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at The Longest Yard with Des Moines Karaoke and DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 274-1710.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at the Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery, 9 p.m. – midnight. 267-8900.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Generations with Ryan, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 279-2488.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Smokey’s BBQ with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 288-8228.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 255-1111.

Miscellaneous
• Wines of the Southern Hemisphere: Round 2 at Casa di Vino, 5 - 7 p.m. 253-9463.
• Johnston Farmer’s Market every Tuesday through Oct. 7 at the Johnston City Hall Parking Lot, 3 - 7 p.m.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708.

Wednesday24

Concerts/Live Music
• David Sanborn at Hoyt Sherman Place, 7:30 p.m. $47.50 - $57.50.
• Lovelikefire, Ely Falls, The Naked Station, Funks G at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at Blues on Grand, 9 p.m. $3.
• The Brix Big Band at House of Bricks, 6 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Roxi Copland at The Grand Piano Bistro, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Janey Hooper every Wednesday at Christopher’s, 6 - 9 p.m. Free. 274-3694.
• Willie Shay every Wednesday at J. Benjamin’s, 7 – 9 p.m. Free. 255-3725.
• Scott Sebastian, “The Acoustic Guitar
Dude,” every Wednesday at Hugh’s Jungle Room, 9 p.m. – midnight. Free. 254-3080.
• Los Saltinos every Wednesday at Star Bar, 9 p.m. Free.
• Larry Berenguel every Wednesday at Appare, 6 - 9 p.m. Free.
• Acoustic Open Mic every Wednesday at Smokey’s BBQ, 8 p.m.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• Jonathan Pearson Display at Smash, through Sept. 30. Free. 288-1323.
• New Paintings by Sarah Grant and Scott Charles Ross at Olson-Larsen Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 277-6734.
• “Karma Teasing Life Drawing” Paintings by Frank Hansen at Moberg Gallery, through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9191.
• “Meow!” A Selection of Paintings by David Thrasher at Andy’s Frame Shop, 2210 Ingersoll Ave. Through Oct. 4. Free. 279-9008.
• Recent Work by Aaron Tinder at Zanzibar’s Coffee Adventure, through Oct. 5. Free.
• “Spirit Within” by Heather Houzenga at the Ankeny Art Center, through Oct. 12. Free. 965-0940.
• “America Imagines Chinese: 19th Century Advertising Trade Cards and the American Imagination” at Anderson Gallery, Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Oct. 17. Free.
• “By Hand” by Jacqueline Kluver at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Oct. 21. Free. 277-3200.
• George Washington Carver Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through Nov. 2. Free. 281-3858.
• “Celebrating 100 Years of Astronomy” featuring the Morehouse Comet in the James Collier Heritage Room in Cowles Library, Drake University, through December. Free. 271-2119.
• “The Working White House: 200 Years of Tradition and Memories” Artifact-Based Traveling Exhibit at the State Historical Museum, through March 1. Free. 281-3858.
• “Made From Mud” Iowa Potters and Potteries at the State Historical Museum, through April 12. Free. 281-3858.

Lecture/Discussion/Workshop
• Trees Forever 2008 Symposium: “Leading the Way to Greener Communities - Where Culture, Economy and the Environment Grow Together” at the Hotel Fort Des Moines, 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. $25 - $35. (800) 369-1269.
• Introductory Lectures on the Trascendental Meditation Program at the Maharishi Invincibility Center of West Des Moines, 7 - 9 p.m. Free. Registration required: 225-8765.
• Genealogy Class: LDS Family History Library Resources at the Des Moines Central Library, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free.
• Mastery of Consciousness Course of Study at School of Metaphysics, every Wednesday, 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. $20 per week. 255-5570.
• Learn to Play Bridge at the Des Moines Central Library, 9:30 - 11:30 a.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
• Tutoring in Reading and Writing Skills every Wednesday at the Forest Avenue Library, 4 - 5 p.m. Free.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $35.
• “Sweeny Todd” at Stephens Auditorium, Ames, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $47.

Night Life
• Grandma Mojo’s Moonshine Revival at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 10 p.m. $1.
• Phil Palisoul at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Main Gate, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 266-2716.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Stein’s, Newton, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. (641) 792-5823.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Good Times, Ankeny, with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 964-4324.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Champps Restaurant & Bar with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m. 440-6565.
• Rock Star Karaoke every Wednesday at Shooter’s Hideaway with Johnny D, 7 - 11 p.m.
• Karaoke & Acoustic Open Mic Night at Bali Satay in Ames, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Cover varies. 292-7719.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Red Rock, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-2317.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Bradley’s Pub with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 222-9592.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at The Den in Urbandale with Des Moines Karaoke, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 334-0030.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Double J’s with R & B Productions, 9 p.m. 262-8683.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Diamond Dave’s in Ames, 8 p.m. – midnight. (515) 232-5905.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Front Row with Chris Love, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 255-6912.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Hull Avenue Tavern with Modern Generations, 9:30 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Karly’s Pit Stop Bar & Grill with Bear Creek Productions, 9 p.m.
• Karaoke Wednesday at Kenny’s Pub, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Cattoors on Grand with Metro Entertainment, 9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. 267-8973.
• Karaoke Wednesday at Keysters with Metro Entertainment, 7 p.m. 252-1403.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Mickey Finns’ with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 270-8738.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Murphy’s Bar & Grill, 8:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. 334-0633.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Twisted Parrot with DJ Mojo, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 309-0580.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Westport Lounge with Des Moines Karaoke & DJ Service, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 277-1991.
• Old Fart/Early Bird Karaoke every Wednesday at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 6:30 p.m. 224-1709.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at Rookies, Des Moines, with Showtime Entertainment, 8 p.m. - midnight. 282-8045.
• Karaoke every Wednesday at The Dog House, Ankeny, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 963-8999.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Miscellaneous
• Drake Neighborhood Farmer’s Market, parking lot of the First Christian Church at 25th St. and University Ave., through Sept. 24, 4 - 7 p.m.
• Cemetery Tours of the Historic Woodland Cemetery through Nov. 1. 967-7708. CV

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