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Thursday20

Concerts/Live Music
• The Dig Angees, Talk to Angels, Radio Moscow at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Open Mic with Mary McAdams at Ritual Cafe, 7 p.m. Free. 288-4872.
• Sleeping with the Aviary, Keno, Chrash Flood, Wolves in the Attic, The Lemmings at Vaudeville Mews, 5:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Maxilla Blue, The Blend at Vaudeville Mews, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Smokestack and the Foothill Fury at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Bonne Finken and the Collective at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 9 p.m. Free.
• The Dic Youngs Show at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 5 - 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.
• 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
• 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.
• Great Ape Trust Art Exhibit at West Glen Town Center through Nov. 30. 564-7508.
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
n Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
n “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
• “The Freedom to Change: Learning to Live a Peaceful and Happy Life” at Ban Thai Restaurant, 2nd Floor, 215 E. Walnut St., Thursdays through Dec. 18, 7 - 8:15 p.m. $10 per class.
• 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
• “Triple Espresso” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theater, 7:30 p.m. $32.50.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 7:30 p.m. $20 - $35.

Night Life
• Student Union Board Films: “College” at the Memorial Union Pioneer Room, Ames, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
• Bingo-licious at The Garden, 5:30 p.m. $25.
• James Johann 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 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, 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
• Junior League of Des Moines Gift Mart at the Hy-Vee Conference Center, West Des Moines, 6 - 9 p.m. $15. 279-5339.
• Wine Tasting at Sbrocco, 5 - 8 p.m. $2.
• Flamenco Dance Lessons at Gateway Dance Theater, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Friday21

Concerts/Live Music
• Junior High Honors Orchestra at Fisher Theater, Ames, 4:30 p.m. Free.
• Friday Work Release Party with Sumpin’ Doo at Blues on Grand, 4 p.m. $4. 244-3092.
• Billy Club at Snus Hill Winery and Vineyard, Madrid, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Free. 795-3535.
• Grinnell College Percussion, Marimba & Steel Pan Ensemble at Sebring-Lewis Hall, Bucksbaum Center for the Arts, Grinnell College, 7:30 p.m. Free.
• David Phelps at Lutheran Church of Hope, 7 p.m. $20. 222-1520.
• Andreas Klein in Sheslow Auditorium, Drake University, 7:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• Michael Tolcher with Graham Colton, Brian Greenberg, Tim Brantley in Parents Hall, Olmsted Center, Drake University, 7 p.m. Free.
• The Eldorados at Little Dublin, Winterset, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Breakin’ Ground at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Free. 285-7173.
• Back’n the Day featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Pelican, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Bourbon Street, 9 p.m. $5.
• Scott Stillwell at Borders Books and Music, 7 p.m.
• Lewis Major, Brad Street at Murphy’s Bar & Grill, 8:30 p.m. Cover varies.
• Kelly’s Clan at Orlondo’s 9 p.m. Free. 244-3637.
• Brad Seidenfeld at Dos Rios, 9 p.m. Free.
• Aqua Marine Dream Machine at Hull Ave. Tavern, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Mr. Baber’s Neighbors at Hessen Haus, 9 p.m.
• Money Shot at Jeanie’s Bottle, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• The Comfort Zone at Legend’s, Pleasant Hill, 9 p.m Free.
• Brian Joens at The Lagniappe, 6 - 9 p.m.
• Matt from Spoken, Adelynne, To Watch Love Sleep, Hill Haven Raven at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Brutal Republic, Human Epidemic, Neutral Red, Mindasylum at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. $7 or non-parishable food donation. 727-4370.
• Route 66 at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. Free.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Duke Tumatoe at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $10. 244-3092.
• Jake Bouma at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Songwriters in the Round with Brian Jones and The Highcrest 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
• 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.
• Great Ape Trust Art Exhibit at West Glen Town Center through Nov. 30. 564-7508.
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
• “Drawings & Paintings” by Jules Kirschenbaum and Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Prints & Assemblages” by Yiko Ishii and Ken Smith at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Shelter” by Edward Avila, William Barnes, Blair Benz, Gary Bowling, Sharon Burns-Knutson, Sheryl Ellinwood, Tim Frerichs, Ted Lyddon Hatten, Gary Olson, Tyler Speicher, Eugenie Torgerson, Deanna Wood, Tilly Woodward at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
n Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
n “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.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Triple Espresso” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theater, 7:30 p.m. $32.50.
• Cattle-call Auditions for Huff Spring Season at the DMACC Ankeny Campus, Huff Theater, Building 6, 3:30 p.m. 965-7097.
• “Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business” at The Des Moines Playhouse KG Children’s Theater, 7 p.m. $12 - $15.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m. $20 - $35.

Night Life
• “One Comic, A Magician, and A Showgirl” at Java Joe’s, 8 p.m. $18.
• James Johann 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 every 1st & 3rd Friday at Picket’s Pub. 9 p.m. 270-9806.
• 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, 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
• Iowa Hawkeyes Wrestling: Iowa City Duals vs. Coe, Iowa Central, Minnesota State-Mankato, Arizona State at Carver Hawkeye Arena, 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon and 3:30 p.m.
• Grand View Vikings Men’s Basketball vs. Mount Marty College at the Charles S. Johnson Wellness Center, 7:30 p.m.
• Iowa Chops vs. Admirals at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m. $7 - $17.

Miscellaneous
• Junior League of Des Moines Gift Mart at the Hy-Vee Conference Center, West Des Moines, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. $5. 279-5339.
• Celebrity Food and Wine Expo at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Iowa Genealogical Society Craft and Bake Sale at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 5 - 9 p.m.
• Annual East Village Holiday Promenade in East Village, 5 - 9 p.m. Free.

Saturday22

Concerts/Live Music
• ICBDA Collegiate Honor Band Concert at Fisher Theater, Ames, 2:30 p.m. Free.
• John Burns at Village Bean Co., 11 a.m - 2 p.m. Free.
• Flying Silos at Mickey’s, Waukee, 9 p.m. Free.
• Barefoot Becky at Hessen Haus, 6 - 9 p.m.
• Faculty Lounge at Rookie’s, Ankeny, 9 p.m. $5.
• Piranha Brothers at Okoboji’s, Ankeny, 8 - 11 p.m. Free. 964-9443.
• Money Shot at Fat Boyz, Grimes, 9 p.m. Cover varies.
• Dave Thrift Band at Bourbon Street, 9 p.m. Free.
• Breakin’ Ground at All in the Family, 9 p.m. Free. 285-7173.
• Final Mix featuring Del “Saxman” Jones at Scooter’s Southside Pizza, 9 p.m. $5.
• Ministry of Magic, Whomping Willows, Justin Finch-Fletchley & The Sugar Quills at The Maintenance Shop, Ames, 7:30 p.m. $5 - $9.
• Dueling Pianos with The Ladyfingers at The Grand Piano Bistro, 8:30 p.m. $5. 243-2380.
• Johnny Reeferseed and the High Rollers at Hull Ave. Tavern, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• The Comfort Zone at Daytona’s, 9 p.m. Free.
• Fatal Fall, From Citizen to Soldier, Stand United, Let Lost Days Remain at House of Bricks, 5 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Jemstate at House of Bricks, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 727-4370.
• Rob Messer, Jason Danielson, Steve Charlson at The Continental, 9 p.m. Free.
• The Jesters at Dos Rios, 9 p.m. Free.
• Max Wellman at Vaudeville Mews, 6:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Darker My Love, The Strange Boys, Eulogies at Vaudeville Mews, 9:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Coco Montoya at Blues on Grand, 9:30 p.m. $12. 244-3092.
• Westside Band at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, 8 p.m. Free.
• Carl Hauck at Mars Cafe, 8:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• Strong Like Bear, Kate Kennedy at Ritual Cafe, 7 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
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• Great Ape Trust Art Exhibit at West Glen Town Center through Nov. 30. 564-7508.
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
• “Drawings & Paintings” by Jules Kirschenbaum and Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Prints & Assemblages” by Yiko Ishii and Ken Smith at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Shelter” by Edward Avila, William Barnes, Blair Benz, Gary Bowling, Sharon Burns-Knutson, Sheryl Ellinwood, Tim Frerichs, Ted Lyddon Hatten, Gary Olson, Tyler Speicher, Eugenie Torgerson, Deanna Wood, Tilly Woodward at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
n Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
n “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
• Women's Millitary Event: Betty Wall, one of the few woman pilots during WWII, will speak at the Fort Des Moines Museum, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.. Free. 282-8060.
• “The Freedom to Change: Learning to Live a Peaceful and Happy Life” at Green Yoga House, Clive, Saturdays through Dec. 18, 1 - 2:15 p.m. $10 per class.

Family Oriented
• Children’s Author Book Signing: Lori J. Ferris at Borders Books and Music, noon - 3 p.m.
• Game Night 2nd Saturday of every month at Westview Church, Waukee, 5 - 11 p.m. Free. www.westview.org.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Triple Espresso” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theater, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. $32.50.
• “Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business” at The Des Moines Playhouse KG Children’s Theater, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. $12 - $15.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 8 p.m. $20 - $35.

Night Life
• CAST singles dance. Music by Ron Langel at St. Augustin Hall, 7 - 11 p.m. $7 - $10.
• “One Comic, A Magician, and A Showgirl” at Java Joe’s, 8 p.m. $18.
• James Johann 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 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 Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball vs. Boston at Carver Hawkeye Arena, 12:05 p.m.
• Grand View Vikings Women’s Basketball vs. Trinity International University at the Charles S. Johnson Wellness Center, noon.
• Grand View Vikings Wrestling vs. Augsburg College at the Sisam Arena, 9 a.m.
• Iowa Chops vs. Admirals at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m. $7 - $17.
• Grand Opening for Des Moines’ 1st Climbing Gym at Climb Iowa, 5401 Miehe Dr., Grimes, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free.

Miscellaneous
• Junior League of Des Moines Gift Mart at the Hy-Vee Conference Center, West Des Moines, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. $5. 279-5339.
• 25th Annual Country Holiday Craft Show at Four Mile Elementary, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Celebrity Food and Wine Expo at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Iowa Genealogical Society Craft and Bake Sale at the Iowa Genealogical Society Library, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
• Downtown Farmer’s Market Winter Season at Capital Square/Nollen Plaza, 9 a.m. Free.

Sunday23

Concerts/Live Music
• Lorie Line and her Pop Chamber Orchestra at Stephens Auditorium, 3 p.m. $20 - $52.
• Johnston Station Big Band at Java Joe’s, 2 - 4 p.m. Free.
• “Party with a Purpose” with Goldrush at House of Bricks, benefiting the Bargain Basket Thrift Store, 5 p.m. $3/person, $5/family. 727-4370.
• Indigo at Vaudeville Mews, 6:30 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• After Hours Band at Summerset Winery, 2 – 5 p.m. Free. 961-3545.
• Mooseknuckle 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
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
• “Drawings & Paintings” by Jules Kirschenbaum and Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Prints & Assemblages” by Yiko Ishii and Ken Smith at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Shelter” by Edward Avila, William Barnes, Blair Benz, Gary Bowling, Sharon Burns-Knutson, Sheryl Ellinwood, Tim Frerichs, Ted Lyddon Hatten, Gary Olson, Tyler Speicher, Eugenie Torgerson, Deanna Wood, Tilly Woodward at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
n Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
n “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.

Theater/Performing Arts
• “Triple Espresso” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theater, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. $32.50.
• “Escanaba in Da Moonlight” at The Des Moines Playhouse, 2 p.m. $20 - $35.
• “Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business” at The Des Moines Playhouse KG Children’s Theater, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. $12 - $15.

Night Life
n James Johann 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 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 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
• Iowa Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball vs. Portland/Providence at Carver Hawkeye Arena, 2:35 p.m.
• Iowa Hawkeye Mens Basketball vs. Oakland at Carver Hawkeye Arena, 5 p.m.
• Iowa State Wrestling vs. Arizona State at Hilton Coliseum, 7 p.m.
• Drake Bulldogs Mens Basketball vs. South Dakota State at Drake Knapp Center, 2:05 p.m.
• Iowa Chops vs. Griffins at Wells Fargo Arena, 7:05 p.m. $7 - $17.
• Sports Card & Collectibles Show at Urbandale Legion, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free.
• Co-ed Badminton Open Gym at Valley Southwoods North Gym, 5 - 7:30 p.m.
• Co-ed “50 Plus” Volleyball Open Gym at Valley Southwoods South Gym, 4 - 6:30 p.m.

Miscelladsneous
• Celebrity Food and Wine Expo at Hy-Vee Hall, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Monday24

Concerts/Live Music
• Scented Vinyl with Glibe at Mars Cafe, 7:30 p.m. 369-6277.
• The Randies, Ticklish, Crew of Humans, Rocket Transfer at Vaudeville Mews, 5 p.m. Cover varies. 243-3270.
• Open Jam/Mic with Guest Host Matt Biegger at Hull Ave. Tavern, 9 p.m. Free. 266-9338.
• Singer Songwriter Night with: Ben Eaton at The Royal Mile, 8 - 10 p.m. Free.
• Sam Miller at The Continental every Monday, 9 p.m. Free. 244-5845.

Exhibitions/ Displays
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• Great Ape Trust Art Exhibit at West Glen Town Center through Nov. 30. 564-7508.
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
• “Drawings & Paintings” by Jules Kirschenbaum and Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Prints & Assemblages” by Yiko Ishii and Ken Smith at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Shelter” by Edward Avila, William Barnes, Blair Benz, Gary Bowling, Sharon Burns-Knutson, Sheryl Ellinwood, Tim Frerichs, Ted Lyddon Hatten, Gary Olson, Tyler Speicher, Eugenie Torgerson, Deanna Wood, Tilly Woodward at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
n Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
n “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.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Iowa Playwrights Workshop at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 6 p.m. www.tallgrasstheatre.org.
• Auditions for Tallgrass Theatre Company’s “Sleeping Dogs” at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 7 p.m. www.tallgrasstheatre.org.

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.

Tuesday25

Concerts/Live Music
• Maurie Goode and the Country Gentlemen at Finish Line Show Lounge, Prairie Meadows, noon - 4 p.m. Free.
• Max Wellman at The Grand Piano Bistro, 7 p.m. Free. 243-2380.
• 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
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• Great Ape Trust Art Exhibit at West Glen Town Center through Nov. 30. 564-7508.
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
• “Drawings & Paintings” by Jules Kirschenbaum and Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Prints & Assemblages” by Yiko Ishii and Ken Smith at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Shelter” by Edward Avila, William Barnes, Blair Benz, Gary Bowling, Sharon Burns-Knutson, Sheryl Ellinwood, Tim Frerichs, Ted Lyddon Hatten, Gary Olson, Tyler Speicher, Eugenie Torgerson, Deanna Wood, Tilly Woodward at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
n 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
• 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.
• English as a Second Language Classes every day at the Forest Avenue Library, 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Free.

Family Oriented
• Toddle Time at the Botanical Center, 10 a.m.
• Pint Size Science at the Science Center, 1 - 2 p.m. or 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. $8 - $12.

Theater/Performing Arts
• Iowa Playwrights Workshop at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 6 p.m. www.tallgrasstheatre.org.
• Auditions for Tallgrass Theatre Company’s “Sleeping Dogs” at Rex Mathes Auditorium, 7 p.m. www.tallgrasstheatre.org.
• Stagewest/Scriptease: Play reading series "The Seagull" at First Unitarian Church, 7 p.m.

Night Life
• Comedy Open Mic Night at Jeannie’s Bottle, 8 p.m.
• 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 night at Trophy’s with Showtime Entertainment, 10:30 p.m. 255-1111.

Sports/ outdoors
• Iowa Hawkeye Mens Basketball vs. SEMO at Carver Hawkeye Arena, 7 p.m.
• Grand View Vikings Women’s Basketball vs. Simpson Storm at the Charles S. Johnson Wellness Center, 7 p.m.

Miscellaneous
• Jolly Holiday Lights at Water Works Park, 5:30 - 10 p.m. $9 per car.

Wednesday26

Concerts/Live Music
• Midweek Music: at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Free.
• Bonne Finken and the Collective, Fat Andy at House of Bricks, 9 p.m. $5. 727-4370.
• Kent Brothers at el Bait Shop, 8 - 11 p.m. Free.
• Matt Woods and The Thunderbolts at Blues on Grand, 8 p.m. $3.
• Open Mic Night at Java Joe’s, 7 - 9 p.m.
• 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
• “Enjoying Painting, Enjoying Life” by Richard Kelley at Moberg Gallery, through Nov. 29. 279-9191. Free.
• Great Ape Trust Art Exhibit at West Glen Town Center through Nov. 30. 564-7508.
• “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.
• “Forty Years of Magi” by Pam Sanders at Hentschel Art Gallery, through Dec. 30. 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.
• “Drawings & Paintings” by Jules Kirschenbaum and Cornelis Ruhtenberg at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Prints & Assemblages” by Yiko Ishii and Ken Smith at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
• “Shelter” by Edward Avila, William Barnes, Blair Benz, Gary Bowling, Sharon Burns-Knutson, Sheryl Ellinwood, Tim Frerichs, Ted Lyddon Hatten, Gary Olson, Tyler Speicher, Eugenie Torgerson, Deanna Wood, Tilly Woodward at Olson-Larsen Galleries, through Jan. 3. Free. 277-6734.
n Yan Pei-Ming: Life Souvenir at the Des Moines Art Center, through Jan. 4. 277-4405.
n “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
• Disney on Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic at Wells Fargo Arena, 7 p.m. $13 - $45.
• “Triple Espresso” at the Civic Center’s Temple Theater, 7:30 p.m. $32.50.

Night Life
• Dan Chopin 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 All in the Family, 7 - 11 p.m.
• 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.

Sports/ outdoors
• Midwest Cage Championship: Thanksgiving Throwdown at Val Air Ballroom, 7:30 p.m. $25.

Miscellaneous
• 25th Annual Festival of Trees and Lights Benefiting Blank Children’s Hospital at the Polk County Convention Complex, 11 a.m. $5.
• Jolly Holiday Lights at Water Works Park, 5:30 - 10 p.m. $9 per car.
• Wine & Cheese Paring Night at Sbrocco, 5 p.m. $20. CV

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