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Thursday06

Concerts/Live Music
• The Greencards at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $11 - $16.
• Christopher the Conquered, Andy Zipf at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Corey Schmidt at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 5 - 8 p.m. Free.
• The Vicious Guns, Funks G, Larry Berenguen, Izzy Dunfore at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• 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.
• Live Jazz Piano with Grant Baetz every Thursday at Buddy’s Corral, 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
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “Private Universe” at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Jan. 30. 557-6109.
• “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
• Writers@Grinnell Series with Novelist Montserrat Fontes in the Joe Rosenfeld ‘25 Cetner, Room 101, Grinnell College, 8 p.m. (641) 269-4834.
• Author Visit: Douglas Bauer at the Des Moines Central Library, 7 p.m. Free.
• Heart Disease Workshop at Stickel Chiropractic, 6 p.m. Free. Reservations required: 255-3021.
• Cooking Classes for the Everyday Chef: “Cacciatora Lamb” at Bolton & Hay Foodservice Equipment & Supplies, 6 p.m. $30. 265-2554.
• 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
• “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Roosevelt High School Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $5 - $8. 242-7272.
• “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Waukee High School Auditorium, 7 p.m. $5 - $8. 987-5163.
• “Movin’ Out” at Stephens Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $47.

Night Life
• Say What! Poetry and Open Mic at House of Bricks, 9 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Student Union Board Films: “Pineapple Express” at the Memorial Union Pioneer Room, Ames, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
• Ryan Stout at The Funny Bone. 7:30 p.m. 270-2100.
• 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.
• 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 Fireside Grille, Altoona, with Des Moines Karaoke, 9 p.m.
• 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 Thrusday at The Doghouse, Ankeny, with 9 p.m.
• 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, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.

Miscellaneous
• Veterans Day Event at the Fort Des Moines Museum, noon. Free. 282-8060.
• Flu Immunization Clinic in Meeting Room A of the Urbandale Library, 5 - 7 p.m. $20. 278-3945.
• Santa ‘N Paws Photo Fundraiser at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa Main Shelter, 5 - 7 p.m. 262-9503.
• Wine and Warmth at Jasper Winery, 5 p.m. $40.
• Wine Tasting at Sbrocco, 5 - 8 p.m. $2.
• Flamenco Dance Lessons at Gateway Dance Theater, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Friday07

Concerts/Live Music
• Friday Work Release Party with Sumpin’ Doo at Blues on Grand, 4 p.m. $4. 244-3092.
• Trippin Billies: DMB Tribute at People’s Court, 9 p.m. $15.
• Little Mojo at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 6 - 8 p.m. Free.
• Dave Thrift Band at Main Gate, 9 p.m. Free.
• MidLife Crisis at Cosmopolitan Lounge, 8:30 - 11:30 p.m. Free.
• The After Hours Band at Sudsuckers, 9 p.m. Free.
• Soul Searchers at Dos Rios, 9 p.m. Free.
• One Nite Stand Band at Kenny’s Pub, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free.
• Jammin’ Java Concert Series with The Joshua Project at Cafe Diem, Ankeny, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
• Toaster at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7. 727-4370.
• Snafu, Slaughterhouse 6 at Vaudeville Mews, 6 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• The Giraffes, The Rest is Noise at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $10. 243-3270.
• Allan Robuck’s Elvis Experience and the Evolution Band at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with Noel Lehman and Mike McCaslin at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Big Woody with James Gilbert at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $8. 244-3092.
• Finn Miles: CD Release at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Amy Steenhoek at Java Joe’s, 8 - 10 p.m.. Cover varies.
• Lojo Russo at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Frankie the Poet, a.k.a. Poetic Folkman every Friday at Simo’s, Valley Junction, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. 274-2463.
• “The Acoustic Dude” every Friday at Spaghetti’s Restaurant in Southridge Mall. 7 - 10 p.m. Free.
• Kaizer Trio every Friday at the Gateway Center. 5 - 7 p.m. 291-6097.
• Larry Berenguel every Friday at Orlondo’s, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3637.

Exhibitions/Displays
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “Building a Modern Campus: Eliel and Eero Saarinen at Drake University” at the Anderson Gallery in Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Dec. 19. Free. 271-3119.
• “The Dryade Cycle” by Sinesio Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “Quiet Paintings for Loud Times” by Mary Kline-Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “Private Universe” at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Jan. 30. 557-6109.
• “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
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Game On! Teen Video Game Night at the Urbandale Library, 6 - 9 p.m. Ages 13 - 17. Registration required: 331-4488.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Roosevelt High School Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $5 - $8. 242-7272.
• “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Waukee High School Auditorium, 7 p.m. $5 - $8. 987-5163.
• “The Little Dog Laughed” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Studio, 7:30 p.m. $22.50.
• “Tartuffe” at Fisher Theater, Iowa State University, Ames, 7:30 p.m. $14.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m. $20 - $35.

Night Life
• Comedy Night with Sabrina Jalees at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 9 p.m. $2 - $5.
• Ryan Stout at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke at Fireside Grille, Altoona, with Des Moines Karaoke, 9 p.m.
• 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 Genes Sports Bar with Myk and Mindy, 9 p.m. 266-8900.
• 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 Neon Moon, Granger, with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.
• 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 The Doghouse, Ankeny, with 9 p.m.
• 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, 10:30 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/ outdoors
• 2008 Arenacross Series at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:30 p.m. $9 - $23.

Miscellaneous
• The Child Abuse Prevention Council Annual Auction at the Hotel Fort Des Moines, 7 p.m. 725-2682.
• Italian Wine Tasting at Amici Espresso, Downtown, 4 - 7 p.m. Free.
• Santa ‘N Paws Photo Fundraiser at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa Main Shelter, 5 - 7 p.m. 262-9503.

Saturday08

Concerts/Live Music
• Oh My God, Baby Teeth at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 9 p.m. $7 - $10.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with Noel Lehman and Mike McCaslin at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• The Melodie Proffitt Band at The Longest Yard, 9 p.m. Free.
• Josh Davis Band at Papa’s Corner, Ames, 10:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• Dave Thrift Band at Orlondo’s, 9 p.m. Free. 244-3637.
• Jammin’ Java Concert Series with Tim Cooper & Friends at Cafe Diem, Ankeny, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
• Sam Salomone/Rob Messer with guest Gary Jackson at The Continental, 9 p.m. Free.
• Tempest Rose at AJ’s on East Court, 8 p.m. Free.
• Roxi Copland at Cosmopolitan Lounge, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.
• Certainty at The Daily Grind, 7 - 9 p.m.
• “The Fall of Humanity” Benefit for the Beacon of Life Shelter at House of Bricks, 6 p.m. Cover varies. All ages until 9 p.m. 727-4370.
• The Jesters at Dos Rios, 9 p.m. Free.
• Tre D Crazi, Eyerishkyd, Prophecy, Moochy C & Book Money, M.T.B.P. at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• Guppy Effect, Otter at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $5. 244-3092.
• Last Shades of Dawn at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. Free.
• Eliza Blue at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Once a Pawn at Ritual Cafe, 8 p.m. Cover varies. 288-4872.
• Live Jazz Piano with Grant Baetz every Saturday at Rio, 5 - 8 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.

Exhibitions/Displays
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “Building a Modern Campus: Eliel and Eero Saarinen at Drake University” at the Anderson Gallery in Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Dec. 19. Free. 271-3119.
• “The Dryade Cycle” by Sinesio Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “Quiet Paintings for Loud Times” by Mary Kline-Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “Private Universe” at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Jan. 30. 557-6109.
• “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
• “Israel-Palestine Behind the Headlines” with Alison Wier at Cool Beans Coffee House, Drake University, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
• Edna Griffin Series: “The Early Civil Rights Movement in Iowa” wtih Dr. David Brodnax, Sr. at the Fort Des Moines Museum, 1 p.m.. Free. 282-8060.

Family Oriented
• Anime Extra at the Des Moines Central Library, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.
• Children’s Author Book Signing: Lori J. Ferris at The Learning Post, Urbandale, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Game Night 2nd Saturday of every month at Westview Church, Waukee, 5 - 11 p.m. Free. www.westview.org.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Roosevelt High School Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $5 - $8. 242-7272.
• “The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940” at the Waukee High School Auditorium, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $5 - $8. 987-5163.
• “The Little Dog Laughed” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Studio, 7:30 p.m. $22.50.
• “The Sparks Fly Upward” at Hoyt Sherman Place, 8 p.m. $17 - $67.
• “Tartuffe” at Fisher Theater, Iowa State University, Ames, 7:30 p.m. $14.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m. $20 - $35.
• Dinner by Ghostlight 2008: “The Raven’s Wrath” at Sugar Grove, Newton, 6:30 p.m. $59. Reservations required: (641) 787-9463.

Night Life
• Des Moines Funniest Competition at Java Joe’s, 8 p.m.. Cover varies.
• Ryan Stout at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 270-2100.
• Karaoke at Fireside Grille, Altoona, with Des Moines Karaoke, 9 p.m.
• 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 at Genes Sports Bar with Myk and Mindy, 9 p.m. 266-8900.
• 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 Doghouse, Ankeny, with 9 p.m.
• 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 Brew Haus with Showtime Entertainment, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. 953-6467.
• 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, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/ outdoors
• Iowa Hawkeye Football vs. Penn State at Kinnick Stadium, 2:30 p.m.
• Simpson Storm Football vs. Loras College at Simpson Stadium, Indianola, 1 p.m.
• Des Moines Buccaneers vs. Lincoln Stars at Buccaneer Arena, 7 p.m.
• 2nd Annual Fairgrounds 5K at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. $30. 262-3111 ext. 671.
• Gray’s Lake Flood Recovery at Gray’s Lake, times may vary. Call 248-6380.
• 2008 Arenacross Series at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:30 p.m. $9 - $23.

Miscellaneous
• Taste of Norway Festival at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• “Christmas at the Mansion” Holiday Bazaar at the St. Mary of Nazareth Parish Hall, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Anime Meetup at West Des Moines Community Center, 1 - 3 p.m. 222-3440.
• Coin Show at Adventureland Inn, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 251-4031.
• Santa ‘N Paws Photo Fundraiser at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa Main Shelter, 2 - 4 p.m. 262-9503.

Sunday09

Concerts/Live Music
• Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra at Stephens Auditorium, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $51.
• Veterans Day Concert at the Civic Center, 3 p.m. Free.
• Tinsley Ellis at Blues on Grand, 6 p.m. $12. 244-3092.
• Green Jelly, The Radioactive Chicken Heads, Nature Boy, World Under, Rosemary’s Billy Goat at House of Bricks, 4 p.m. $14. 727-4370.
• Tony Valdez & Don Jaques at Summerset Winery, 2 – 5 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• MidLife Crisis at Snus Hill Winery and Vineyard, Madrid, 2 - 5 p.m. Free. 795-3535.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at el Bait Shop, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.
• 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
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “Building a Modern Campus: Eliel and Eero Saarinen at Drake University” at the Anderson Gallery in Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Dec. 19. Free. 271-3119.
• “The Dryade Cycle” by Sinesio Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “Quiet Paintings for Loud Times” by Mary Kline-Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “Private Universe” at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Jan. 30. 557-6109.
• “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
• Cuisine at Home: “Tips, Tricks and Techniques for Thanksgiving Success” with Carlos Acevedo in Meeting Room A of the Urbandale Library, 1:30 p.m. 278-3945.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Jesus Christ Superstar” at Roosevelt High School Auditorium, 2 p.m. $5 - $8. 242-7272.
• “The Little Dog Laughed” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Studio, 7:30 p.m. $22.50.
• “Tartuffe” at Fisher Theater, Iowa State University, Ames, 2 p.m. $14.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 2 p.m. $20 - $35.
• Lend Us Your Voice: Auditions for the Revues of War-themed Holiday Plays at the Fort Des Moines Museum, 3 p.m. 282-8060.
• Auditions for “Peter Pan” at Ames City Auditorium, 5 p.m. Ages 10 - 18.
Night Life
• Ryan Stout at The Funny Bone, 7:30 p.m.
• 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 at Vickies, 2801 2nd Ave., 8 p.m. – midnight. Free. 243-9033.
• 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, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Sports/ outdoors
• Dallas County Pioneers at the Forest Park Museum, Perry, 1:30 p.m. 465-3577. Free.
• Dallas County Almanac Field Day at Kuehn Conservation Area, Earlham, 1 - 4 p.m. Registration required: 465-3577. Free.
• Coed Badminton Open Gym at Valley Southwoods North Gym, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
• Coed “50 Plus” Volleyball Open Gym at Valley Southwoods South Gym, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
• Gray’s Lake Flood Recovery at Gray’s Lake, times may vary please call: 248-6380.

Miscelladsneous
• Celebrating Excellence: The Iowa Restaurant Association’s Annual Culinary Competition and Awards Gala at the Holiday Inn & Suites, Jordan Creek, 6:30 p.m. $50. 276-1454.
• Coin Show at Adventureland Inn, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. 251-4031.
• Santa ‘N Paws Photo Fundraiser at the Animal Rescue League of Iowa Main Shelter, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 262-9503.

Monday10

Concerts/Live Music
• Carrie Rodriguez, Romantica at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. $11 - $14.
• Scented Vinyl with Ski Bunny Suicide at Mars Cafe, 7:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• As Blood Runs Black at People’s Court, 4:30 p.m. $15.
• Singer Songwriter Night with: Deep Dickens at The Royal Mile, 8 - 10 p.m. Free.
• The Monarch, Man of the Moutain, The Gentle Guest, Taciturn at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Sam Miller at The Continental every Monday, 9 p.m. Free. 244-5845.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “Building a Modern Campus: Eliel and Eero Saarinen at Drake University” at the Anderson Gallery in Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Dec. 19. Free. 271-3119.
• “The Dryade Cycle” by Sinesio Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “Quiet Paintings for Loud Times” by Mary Kline-Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “Private Universe” at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Jan. 30. 557-6109.
• “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
• Parenting Children Ages 0 - 5 at Calvary Baptist Church, every Monday through Nov. 10, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Free. Register: 725-2682.
• 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, 1 - 2 p.m. or 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. $8 - $12.

Night Life
• 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 The Nest Bar & Grill in Johnston, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. 331-3672.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.

Tuesday11

Concerts/Live Music
• Austrailian Pink Floyd at Val Air Ballroom, 8 p.m. $30.
• Open Mic Night at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 8 p.m. Free.
• Dan Hartzer Band at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Free.
• Al Ford Quintet at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• Let Lost Days Remain, Stand United, Dividing the Masses, For My Dying Eyes at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $6. 243-3270.
• Pigeon John, Kanser at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $9. 243-3270.
• Irish Jam at Java Joe’s, 7 - 9 p.m.. Cover varies.
• Amos Lee with Priscilla Ahn at People’s Court, 7 p.m. $25.
• 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
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “Building a Modern Campus: Eliel and Eero Saarinen at Drake University” at the Anderson Gallery in Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Dec. 19. Free. 271-3119.
• “The Dryade Cycle” by Sinesio Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “Quiet Paintings for Loud Times” by Mary Kline-Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “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
• Sisters on the Planet: Meeting on Impact of Global Warming on Poverty Around the World at the Iowa State Historical Building, 7 - 8:30 p.m. Free. 255-8304.
• Cooking with George at Centro, 6 p.m. $75.
• Grace School of Applied Christianity at Grace United Methodist Church, every Tuesday through Nov. 25, 6:45 - 8:30 p.m. $20 for 6 week course. 255-2131.
• Real Life Parenting Skills - Hazelden: For Parents in Recovery for Alcohol and Drug Addiction at LifeWorks, Park Fair Mall lower level, every Tuesday through Nov. 11, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free. Register: 725-2682.
• Strengthening Families: Designed for Parents and their 8 - 12 year olds at Pace Academy, every Tuesday through Nov. 11, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free. Register: 725-2682.
• Parenting Children (ages 5 - 12) with Difficult Behavior at Family Enrichment Center, Polk County River Place, every Tuesday through Nov. 11, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Free. Register: 725-2682.
• Parenting School Age Children at Moulton Elementary School, every Tuesday through Nov. 11, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Free. Register: 725-2682.
• 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
• Auditions for “Peter Pan” at Ames City Auditorium, 5 p.m. Ages 10 - 18.

Night Life
• 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.
• Kids Karaoke every Tuesday at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 7 - 8 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at Bennigan’s on Merle Hay Road with HEARTtracks, 9 p.m. – midnight. 276-7777.
• Karaoke every Tuesday at 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, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.

Sports/ outdoors
• Iowa Chops vs. Rampage at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m. $7 - $17.

Wednesday12

Concerts/Live Music
• Midweek Music: at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Free.
• The Brix Big Band at House of Bricks, 6 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Conspicuous Consumption at el Bait Shop, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.
• Mayday Parade at People’s Court, 8 p.m. $15.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at Blues on Grand, 9 p.m. $3.
• Chris Koza Band, Gilbe, Eric Kennedy, Gabe Cordova at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. $5. 243-3270.
• On the One at Vaudeville Mews, 10 p.m. $7. 243-3270.
• Dueling Pianos with Pianopalooza at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• Live Jazz Piano with Grant Baetz every Wednesday at Blazing Saddle, 9 p.m.
• 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
• New Work by Mary Merkel-Hess, Jeanine Coupe Ryding, Debra Smith, Susan Chrysler White at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Nov. 15. 277-6734. Free.
• Watercolor Paintings by Jo Randolph Simpson at the Gallery at Plymouth Church, through Nov. 21. 255-3149. Free.
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• “The Carved Mark” by Lori Biwer Stewart in the Pioneer Room, Iowa State University Memorial Union, through Dec. 15. Free. (515) 296-6848.
• “Building a Modern Campus: Eliel and Eero Saarinen at Drake University” at the Anderson Gallery in Harmon Fine Arts Center, Drake University, through Dec. 19. Free. 271-3119.
• “The Dryade Cycle” by Sinesio Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “Quiet Paintings for Loud Times” by Mary Kline-Misol at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 27. Free. 277-3200.
• “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.
• Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
• “Private Universe” at the Des Moines Art Center Downtown, through Jan. 30. 557-6109.
• “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
• 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
• “The Little Dog Laughed” at the Civic Center’s Stoner Studio, 7:30 p.m. $18.50.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $35.

Night Life
• Heath Hyche 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 Doghouse, Ankeny, with 9 p.m.
• Karaoke every night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.
• Karaoke every night at Billy Joe’s Pitcher Show, 9 p.m. 224-1709.

Miscellaneous
• Wine & Cheese Paring Night at Sbrocco, 5 p.m. $20. CV

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