BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Squares//The Grinnell Square//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Grinnell Square X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago X-WR-CALDESC:Everything happening in Grinnell\, read before it goes up. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT6H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT6H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:M7PK7w3VnAs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences a more in-depth understanding of a singular asp ect of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only j ust…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/M7PK7w3VnAs URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/M7PK7w3VnAs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OZHKo1CVZBs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T183000 SUMMARY:Aikido at Grinnell College LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that resolves co nflict by redirecting an attacker's own energy and momentum to throw or p in them. Students learn to move their bodies in a unified way\, using hip and core strength\, rather than upper body strength\, to make techniques work. The Grinnell dojo is affiliated with the United States Aikido Fede ration\, and our students have the option to test for rank. Classes are l ed by Charles Cunningham\, 4th dan\, licensed instructor (shidoin).\n\nHo sted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/OZHKo1 CVZBs URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/OZHKo1CVZBs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Rx-5HWcE4ao@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences a more in-depth understanding of a singular asp ect of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only j ust…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/Rx-5HWcE4ao URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Rx-5HWcE4ao END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jJ55veoHLrU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T143000 SUMMARY:Jumu'ah Muslim Prayer Service LOCATION:CRSSJ 104\, Muslim Cultural Suite DESCRIPTION:Join our Muslim students  during the academic year for Jumu'a h Prayer in the CRSSJ Muslim Prayer Room. This weekly gathering provides an opportunity for worship\, reflection\, and community. All are welcome to learn more and support our campus Muslim community. For questions abou t prayer times or for additional information\, please contact the CRSSJ . (mailto:crssj@grinnell.edu)\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://soc ialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/jJ55veoHLrU URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/jJ55veoHLrU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:uxbAeJpYe2w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T200000 SUMMARY:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a welcoming\, beg inner-friendly environment. These self-contained classes are a great way to build personal fitness while learning practical skills. Each session i ncludes cardiovascular warm-ups\, instruction in grappling techniques fro m Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo\, and guided practice to help you build co nfidence and technique. All experience levels are welcome.\n\nHosted by G rinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/uxbAeJpYe2w URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/uxbAeJpYe2w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:UgPqXSzTYoA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences more in-depth understanding of a singular aspec t of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only jus t…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/ e/UgPqXSzTYoA URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/UgPqXSzTYoA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9LNcVk2Sa3U@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T143000 SUMMARY:Aikido at Grinnell College LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that resolves co nflict by redirecting an attacker's own energy and momentum to throw or p in them. Students learn to move their bodies in a unified way\, using hip and core strength\, rather than upper body strength\, to make techniques work. The Grinnell dojo is affiliated with the United States Aikido Fede ration\, and our students have the option to test for rank. Classes are l ed by Charles Cunningham\, 4th dan\, licenced instructor (shidoin).\n\nHo sted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/9LNcVk 2Sa3U URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/9LNcVk2Sa3U END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:57rfipGx1e4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T180000 SUMMARY:Sunday Wellness Volleyball LOCATION:Bear Auxiliary Gym DESCRIPTION:Sunday Wellness Volleyball for Faculty\, Staff\, Students\, a nd Community Members. Participants in this indoor game understand the bas ic rules and skills of volleyball- though at a range of different levels. Pickup teams are created on the spot and are designed to make the games fun and challenging.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquar es.org/GrinnellIA/e/57rfipGx1e4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/57rfipGx1e4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Ywpy-maST6w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T150000 SUMMARY:Satellite Voting Location LOCATION:Joe Rosenfield '25 Center (JRC 101): 1115 8th Ave\, Grinnell\, I A 50112 DESCRIPTION:An early voting opportunity for the 2026 election will be ava ilable on campus. This option is open to students\, faculty\, staff\, and community members who wish to cast their ballots early. For more informa tion about voting and available resources\, please visit the college's vo ting information website ( Nearest Parking: Parking near the building inc ludes accessible spaces to the east\, limited spaces in a small lot acros s 8th Avenue\, and a larger lot off 10th Avenue to the north.\n\nHosted b y Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Ywpy-maST6w URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Ywpy-maST6w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DSxshv_8leE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T115000 SUMMARY:Regenerative Food Systems in Iowa LOCATION:HSSC S2327\, Academic Classroom DESCRIPTION:This panel discussion is open to students\, faculty\, staff\, and community members. What does a more regenerative food system look li ke in Iowa? At what scale should we try to change it? Who needs to work t ogether\, and what does it take to move from ideas and plans toward actio n? The three practitioners on our panel are approaching these questions f rom different but overlapping perspectives.Jordan Scheibel\, Executive Di rector\, Grinnell Farm to Table Tommy Hexter ( Executive Director\, Iowa Food…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Grinnell IA/e/DSxshv_8leE URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/DSxshv_8leE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:dfIO3LF-c1g@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T140000 SUMMARY:Voter Information Session LOCATION:HSSC Multi-purpose Room (HSSC A1231): 1226 Park St\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Campus Democrats will provide information about early voting locations\, what you need to bring with you to vote\, candidates on the b allot & a hot chocolate bar!\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://soc ialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/dfIO3LF-c1g URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/dfIO3LF-c1g END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EOYtndOcd3A@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T200000 SUMMARY:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a welcoming\, beg inner-friendly environment. These self-contained classes are a great way to build personal fitness while learning practical skills. Each session i ncludes cardiovascular warm-ups\, instruction in grappling techniques fro m Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo\, and guided practice to help you build co nfidence and technique. All experience levels are welcome.\n\nHosted by G rinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/EOYtndOcd3A URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/EOYtndOcd3A END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Cuy2oFiMkFQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences a more in-depth understanding of a singular asp ect of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only j ust…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/Cuy2oFiMkFQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Cuy2oFiMkFQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:zhRfiXQXiPE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T124500 SUMMARY:Yoga in the Museum LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a free 30-minute yoga practice with Joy Jones. Open to all levels\, mats provided. Co-sponsored by Live Well Grinnell.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/zhRfiXQXiP E URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/zhRfiXQXiPE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:JjQHUQU6aB4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T170000 SUMMARY:Gallery Talk with Dr. Ellen G. Landau LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Since its inception\, critical reception of Abstract Expressi onism\, widely considered the "triumph" of American painting\, overwhelmi ngly marginalized its women participants. By the early postwar period\, A bstract Expressionist artists\, mainly in Manhattan\, began to develop a truly radical approach to process\, gesture\, scale\, and surface that ap peared to mirror in art the kind of hypermasculinity U.S. soldiers in WW II had demonstrated on a global stage.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/JjQHUQU6aB4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/JjQHUQU6aB4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8lwMVBz00x8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T180000 SUMMARY:Wellness Yoga LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:This Hatha–Vinyasa blend focuses on breath while building str ength and flexibility. Suitable for all levels\, from beginners to experi enced practitioners. Wear comfortable clothing. Mats are available. For q uestions\, contact mahlab@grinnell.edu (mailto:mahlab@grinnell.edu).\n\nH osted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/8lwMV Bz00x8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/8lwMVBz00x8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cfzGSi6PprY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T183000 SUMMARY:Grinnell 100+ People Who Care LOCATION:Renfrow Hall\, Katherine Howell Weingart '61 Civic Innovation Pa vilion: 1033 Broad St\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:100+ People Who Care – Grinnell was founded on a simple but p owerful belief: real change happens when a community comes together. Ever y quarter\, we gather to select a local cause that matters—and each membe r contributes $100 to make a meaningful impact.Everyone is welcome. Wheth er you're new or returning\, you can ask questions online (mailto:grinnel l100people@gmail.com%20%3Cgrinnell100people@gmail.com%3E) or join us at t he next meeting. One hour\, one hundred dollars\, one big difference.\n\n Hosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/cfzG Si6PprY URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/cfzGSi6PprY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:k18lSkuO8LY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T210000 SUMMARY:Pre-Service Foster/Adopt Training LOCATION:HSSC A1241\, Academic Classroom DESCRIPTION:* before attending the training you must complete the steps a nd be preregistered.  INTERESTED IN FOSTERING OR ADOPTING?  Have you been thinking about becoming a foster or adoptive parent? There is a tremendo us need for caring adults to provide safe\, supportive homes for Iowa chi ldren and youth.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/GrinnellIA/e/k18lSkuO8LY URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/k18lSkuO8LY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:uStixhHmT1E@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T200000 SUMMARY:Hold the Line LOCATION:Joe Rosenfield '25 Center (JRC 101): 1115 8th Ave\, Grinnell\, I A 50112 DESCRIPTION:This event will feature Maxwell Love\, Project Director for H old the Line\, a nonpartisan democracy defense project that equips commun ities with frameworks to protect free\, fair\, and safe elections.\n\nHos ted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/uStixhH mT1E URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/uStixhHmT1E END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:h26D1K9RwY8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T110000 SUMMARY:Bucket Course LOCATION:Renfrow Hall\, Katherine Howell Weingart '61 Civic Innovation Pa vilion: 1033 Broad St\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Join featured speaker Judge Stephen P. Carroll '68\, Adjunct Professor of Law at Drake University & Former Judge as he shares an overv iew of the current legal landscape surrounding the Second Amendment\, inc luding constitutional questions\, recent developments\, and ongoing legal debates.Open to everyone\, no RSVP required\, light refreshments served. What is a "bucket course?" The name is meant to evoke the wish that many people have to "fill their bucket" and learn more about things they may o r may…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Grinnel lIA/e/h26D1K9RwY8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/h26D1K9RwY8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:14lns5SDBqk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences a more in-depth understanding of a singular asp ect of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only j ust…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/14lns5SDBqk URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/14lns5SDBqk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:w711kTrsGME@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T183000 SUMMARY:Grinnell Gathers: Volunteer Fair LOCATION:Harris Concert Hall: 1114 10th Avenue\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Come join us for the Trick or Treat Volunteer and Service Clu b Fair in the Harris Center. Whether you're looking to become more famili ar with local organizations\, find your next volunteer opportunity\, or s imply connect with others\, this is a great place to learn\, engage\, and make a difference.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquare s.org/GrinnellIA/e/w711kTrsGME URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/w711kTrsGME END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Smg7KgVGKGE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T200000 SUMMARY:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a welcoming\, beg inner-friendly environment. These self-contained classes are a great way to build personal fitness while learning practical skills. Each session i ncludes cardiovascular warm-ups\, instruction in grappling techniques fro m Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo\, and guided practice to help you build co nfidence and technique. All experience levels are welcome.\n\nHosted by G rinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Smg7KgVGKGE URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Smg7KgVGKGE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:pQnSzH6D6pU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T200000 SUMMARY:A Shared Table LOCATION:CRSSJ 109 Religious Activities Room (Prayer Garage) DESCRIPTION:Join the community and Rev. Cassandra each week for dinner an d thoughtful conversation as we explore what it means to think critically and live faithfully as Christians. Whether you identify as Christian or are simply curious about engaging in meaningful dialogue around current e vents and faith\, you are warmly invited. Together\, we'll explore the Bi ble alongside insights from theologians\, writers\, advocates\, and persp ectives from science\, art\, culture\, and personal experience.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/pQnSzH6D6p U URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/pQnSzH6D6pU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Tr7O4SXJtDk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T120000 SUMMARY:Scholars' Convocation: Dan Reynolds LOCATION:Joe Rosenfield '25 Center (JRC 101): 1115 8th Ave\, Grinnell\, I A 50112 DESCRIPTION:This talk addresses many different arguments\, that have been offered in defense of the Humanities as vital to one's education. After surveying historical justifications for the study of human experience\, e xpression\, and thought\, it addresses the "use value" of the humanities in today's academia\, where the destination (a degree\, a job\, a fellows hip\, a product) sometimes overshadows the journey of inquiry\, and where measurable data take precedent over other forms of evidence-based knowle dge.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/Tr7O4SXJtDk URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/Tr7O4SXJtDk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xdjZ5uUIU24@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences a more in-depth understanding of a singular asp ect of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only j ust…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/xdjZ5uUIU24 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/xdjZ5uUIU24 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:P_buOboWXaE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T164500 SUMMARY:A Slave Next Door LOCATION:HSSC Multi-purpose Room (HSSC A1231): 1226 Park St\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:In 2017\, Alex Tizon confessed in The Atlantic that his famil y had kept Eudocia Tomas Pulido\, known as Lola\, as an unpaid servant fo r 56 years. Many readers were outraged. Yet the historian Vicente Rafael defended the arrangement as part of Philippine culture\, and People magaz ine portrayed Pulido as a beloved member of the family. Why did so many j ustify her enslavement? This talk revisits her story through the accounts of relatives Tizon never consulted.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhtt ps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/P_buOboWXaE URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/P_buOboWXaE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YjIuqbctfas@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T183000 SUMMARY:Aikido at Grinnell College LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art that resolves co nflict by redirecting an attacker's own energy and momentum to throw or p in them. Students learn to move their bodies in a unified way\, using hip and core strength\, rather than upper body strength\, to make techniques work. The Grinnell dojo is affiliated with the United States Aikido Fede ration\, and our students have the option to test for rank. Classes are l ed by Charles Cunningham\, 4th dan\, licensed instructor (shidoin).\n\nHo sted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/YjIuqb ctfas URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/YjIuqbctfas END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:WudZqOv1_Qg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T203000 SUMMARY:ParasWani Kvletktif Presents Batu Buah LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Tickets are required for this performance and are available t hrough the Bucksbaum Box Office. The Cahaya Drucilla (Ohio/Bali)\, Dion N ataraja (California/Yogyakarta)\, D. Wibowo (Boston/Jakarta)\, Natalia Gr anquist (Minnesota/Bali)\, Dewa Ayu Eka Putri (Iowa/Bali)\, Putu Hiranmay ena (Colorado/Bali/Surakarta) will perform a manifestation of creative "k eramaian" (noise as performance) as socio-political critique using variou s modalities of Indonesian contemporary sound\, theater\, dance\, and poe try.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/WudZqOv1_Qg URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/WudZqOv1_Qg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8yn0GVBkF34@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T100000 SUMMARY:Coffee with the College LOCATION:Renfrow Hall\, Katherine Howell Weingart '61 Civic Innovation Pa vilion: 1033 Broad St\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:In conversation with Peter Jacobson\, Biology Professor and E nvironmental Studies Department Chair\, and Tommy Hexter '21. Hexter will explore how Grinnell College can continue building meaningful connection s between students\, Iowa farmers\, and local food systems through experi ential education\, local food procurement\, and opportunities to engage d irectly with the land.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsqu ares.org/GrinnellIA/e/8yn0GVBkF34 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/8yn0GVBkF34 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YFQwrS-vWLg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences a more in-depth understanding of a singular asp ect of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only j ust…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/YFQwrS-vWLg URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/YFQwrS-vWLg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:pJ2hn5HrwqM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T143000 SUMMARY:Jumu'ah Muslim Prayer Service LOCATION:CRSSJ 104\, Muslim Cultural Suite DESCRIPTION:Join our Muslim students  during the academic year for Jumu'a h Prayer in the CRSSJ Muslim Prayer Room. This weekly gathering provides an opportunity for worship\, reflection\, and community. All are welcome to learn more and support our campus Muslim community. For questions abou t prayer times or for additional information\, please contact the CRSSJ . (mailto:crssj@grinnell.edu)\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://soc ialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/pJ2hn5HrwqM URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/pJ2hn5HrwqM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:09JPx5TRcE8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T170000 SUMMARY:Middle of Everywhere Presentation LOCATION:HSSC N1170\, Global Living Room\, HSSC N1171 - Global Kitchen DESCRIPTION:OISA and the Global Kitchen host weekly Middle of Everywhere presentations\, a welcoming series that highlights the diverse cultures a nd experiences of Grinnell students. Each week\, a student or student gro up shares something meaningful from home—such as food\, traditions\, musi c\, stories\, or personal interests—that they love and feel passionate ab out. These presentations offer an opportunity to learn\, ask questions\, and connect across cultures in an informal\, community-centered setting.\ n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/0 9JPx5TRcE8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/09JPx5TRcE8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qpaVsj2qnik@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T174500 SUMMARY:Palestine 101 LOCATION:HSSC Presentation Room (HSSC S1325): 1226 Park Street\, Grinnell \, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Students will conduct a lecture on the basic history of moder n Palestine.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/G rinnellIA/e/qpaVsj2qnik URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/qpaVsj2qnik END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RTVl7VvCw9A@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T200000 SUMMARY:Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu LOCATION:Bear Center Multipurpose Dance Studio (P103):1201 10th Ave\, Gri nnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Join us for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in a welcoming\, beg inner-friendly environment. These self-contained classes are a great way to build personal fitness while learning practical skills. Each session i ncludes cardiovascular warm-ups\, instruction in grappling techniques fro m Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo\, and guided practice to help you build co nfidence and technique. All experience levels are welcome.\n\nHosted by G rinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/RTVl7VvCw9A URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/RTVl7VvCw9A END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:uk4hXFH2TGw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T210000 SUMMARY:Low Brass Recital LOCATION:Bucksbaum Arts Center (Sebring-Lewis Hall): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Grinn ellIA/e/uk4hXFH2TGw URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/uk4hXFH2TGw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:JLijWEnhrR8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T170000 SUMMARY:Abstract Expressionists: The Women LOCATION:Grinnell College Museum of Art (FINE* 131): 1108 Park St\, Grinn ell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Abstract Expressionists: The Women\, curated by Ellen G. Land au\, presents a fresh look at important contributions U.S. women painters working in New York\, California\, and Paris made to Abstract Expression ism from the early 1940s through the 1970s. The show features forty-eight outstanding examples from The Levett Collection by twenty-nine women art ists\, offering audiences more in-depth understanding of a singular aspec t of twentieth-century American art\, one whose significance has only jus t…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/ e/JLijWEnhrR8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/JLijWEnhrR8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:wJEQDi9ZLV0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T220000 SUMMARY:Halloween Party LOCATION:Grinnell College Golf Course: 933 13th Ave\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a spooktacular night! This adult-only Halloween Party features a live DJ\, creatively themed drinks\, and a selection of festive appetizers—perfect for dancing\, mingling\, and celebrating the season in style.\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/GrinnellIA/e/wJEQDi9ZLV0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/wJEQDi9ZLV0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0ZxTSx5JspE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T200000 SUMMARY:Dining Services Halloween Treats! LOCATION:Marketplace Dining Hall: 1115 8th Avenue\, Grinnell\, IA 50112 DESCRIPTION:Join the Dining Services Team on October 31st for some fright fully fun Halloween treats! Hairy Eyeball Chocolate Cupcake (V) A delicio usly spooky vegan chocolate cupcake topped with vanilla icing\, strawberr y glaze "blood\," a lychee-and-blueberry eyeball\, and dried seaweed hair . It's scary good!Creepy Crawly Bar (OL) A fruity\, crunchy Fruity Pebble s Rice Krispies bar drizzled with vanilla icing and decorated with Hallow een sprinkles and an assortment of gummy Halloween treats and pumpkins.\n \nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/0Z xTSx5JspE URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/0ZxTSx5JspE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:TSK2doi-2YM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Samhain at Grinnell College LOCATION:No Location DESCRIPTION:Celebration that marks the end of the harvest and the beginni ng of winter\, honoring ancestors and the thinning of the veil between wo rlds.Religious Observance Policy:Grinnell College acknowledges and embrac es the religious diversity of its faculty\, students\, and staff.  Facult y and students share responsibility to support members of our community w ho observe religious holidays.  Students will provide faculty members wit h reasonable notice of the dates of religious holidays on which they will be…\n\nHosted by Grinnell College\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellI A/e/TSK2doi-2YM URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/TSK2doi-2YM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4FPItPMSmBs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261022T224129Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106 SUMMARY:Kevin Mason Lecture LOCATION:Grinnell Historical Museum\, 703 First Avenue\, Grinnell DESCRIPTION:Hold the date for an afternoon talk from Kevin Mason\, an ass istant professor at UNI. Details to follow. An Iowa history enthusiast\, Kevin Mason has a particular interest in the stories\, places\, and peopl e that have shaped the state. His research includes the fascinating histo ry of the proposed Hawkeye National Forest in southern Iowa and the Drago on Trail\, an early route that winds through the state.\n\nHosted by Grin nell Historical Museum\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/4FPItPMS mBs URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrinnellIA/e/4FPItPMSmBs END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR