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BIRD SEMINAR: Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop of Ames will host a free seminar, “Get Ready for Spring’s Winged Wonders,” at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 19. at the store, 213 Duff Ave. With spring comes the return of many of our favorite and colorful migrants, including hummingbirds, orioles, bluebirds, grosbeaks, buntings and more. There will be a special emphasis on hummingbirds and orioles.
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ARTS SHOWCASE: Evan Campbell and Patresa Hartman will perform at 8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 13, at Ames City Auditorium. Each showcase will feature music from an Ames musician and a musician from another part of Iowa. Artwork from Iowa-based artists will be on display in the lobby and local concessions by Lockwood Café will be available for purchase. Tickets for the showcases are on sale at the Community Center front desk at 515 Clark Ave., or by calling (515) 239-5350. These are all-ages shows and tickets are $11 in advance or $17 at the door.
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Golden K Kiwanis Club members who attended the Nevada Kiwanis weekly meeting were, front row, from left, John Slaughter, Tom Peter, Dick Peterson, Gina Spohnheimer, Alan Spohnheimer, Ron Skrdla, Larry Trede, Craig Fulton and Duane Brodie; back row, from left, Harry Budd, Bob Sperry, Wayne Hagemoser, Don Muff, John Arthur, Keith Folkmann, Larry Vallery, Kent Ziebell and Pete Peterson. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Ames Golden K Kiwanis, Nevada Kiwanis conduct interclub meeting Eighteen members of Ames Golden K journeyed to Nevada on Tuesday, March 27, to attend the Nevada Kiwanis weekly meeting. Golden K’s Larry Trede
was the featured speaker. Larry, with assistance from Kent Ziebell and John Arthur shared details of the Golden K’s successful efforts to raise funds for the
new Ames Miracle League Park. For more information about Ames Golden K Kiwanis, please visit www.amesgoldenk.org.
SAVMA SCAMPER 5K/10K: The 35th-annual SAVMA Scamper 5K/10K is put on by the Student American Veterinary Medical Association at the College of Veterinary Medicine at ISU as a fundraiser. It supports the OneHealth mission to promote healthy lifestyles for people and their pets, focusing primarily on obesity awareness and prevention. Everyone is welcome to run with their vaccinated dog. Races will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, at the College of Veterinary Medicine. For more information and to register, go to market-stuorg.sws.iastate.edu/453/ product.
Gilbert ag power mechanics visits Van Wall
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RAILROAD TALK: Nationwide railroad author and history professor Don L. Hofsommer will present a free program at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, at the James H. Andrew Railroad Museum, 225 10th St, Boone. This will be Don’s fi rst speaking engagement at the museum. His presentation is called “Moving Mail by Rail — RPO (Railroad Post Offi ce) Cars.” Hofsommer has written and published more than 25 railroad books which have been sold throughout the United States and Europe. He will present little known information along with a slide show of rare images of railroad post offi ce cars while providing interesting and unknown facts on their important role in railroad history.
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FUNDRAISER AUCTION: United Methodist Men will host their 28thannual FUN(D) auction starting at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, in the Fellowship Hall, United Methodist Church. Items
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The Gilbert Agricultural Power Mechanics class toured Van Wall Equipment in Story City. Following a presentation at Career Day at Gilbert, students had the opportunity to receive a personal tour and discussion with Van Wall staff. Students were exposed to technical, mechanical, and professional skills needed in the agriculture service and sales industry including ag equipment, lawn equipment, and the support services that go along with each. Van Wall Equipment sponsors entry into the “John Deere TECH” program at the community college in Calmar. This program off ers students the chance to learn while working hands-on with equipment at training centers and dealerships. Sponsorship by dealers in this program provide tuition and placement directly into their dealer network. During the visit, students saw a variety of equipment being serviced, repaired, and assembled by the Van Wall Equipment employees for the spring planting season. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames • (515) 233-2906 Calendar of Events Wednesday, April 18 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Bunco 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, April 19 8 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9 a.m. to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 4 p.m., Zumba 6 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, April 20 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Friday afternoon cards 6 p.m., Trivia Night at City Church
7 p.m., Country Jam Sunday, April 22 1 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, April 23 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Driver safety course Tuesday, April 24 8 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9 a.m., Songbirds 1 p.m., Medicare Sem Noon, Canasta 6 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, April 25 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring book workshop
Central Iowa RSVP Food at First Join a great group of individuals who help serve daily meals. FAF’s central focus is to help those who are not able to meet their basic need of food. The meal site is located at First Christian Church in downtown Ames. There is a need for six volunteers from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 26, to assist with packaging donations and manning the dona-
tion stations at the free market food pantry. To volunteer, call Arti at (515) 292-8890. Senior Expo Volunteers are needed to help distribute Senior Expo flyers in Story County. Ideal locations across the community include areas with high-visibility windows and bulletin boards. If you are able to assist, call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
Thursday, April 26 8 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m. Tai Chi I 9 a.m. to noon, Health Care 1 p.m., Bingo 4 p.m., Zumba 6 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, April 27 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Friday afternoon cards Sunday, April 29 1 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, April 30 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coffee and canvas painting craft
Summer Enrichment 2018 Get involved with preventing food insecurity and the academic “summer slide” this summer. Early kindergartent though eighth-grade students participate in enrichment activities and feeding programs free of charge, and we need volunteers to make it possible. You can work directly with children, as food servers or as check-in volunteers working behind the
Lunch menus Wednesday, April 18: Baked salmon (alternative: herbed chicken), wild rice, cauliflower, garden lettuce salad, applesauce. Thursday, April 19: Hamburger with bun, tomato, lettuce and onion, mixed vegetable blend, deli style potato salad, mixed fruit cup. Friday, April 20: Goulash, green beans, sliced carrots, mandarin oranges. Monday, April 23: Cafe meatloaf, baked potato, yellow squash, yogurt cup,
pear fruit cup. Tuesday, April 24: Pot roast, mashed potatoes with gravy, sliced carrots, applesauce, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, April 25: Key West roast cod (alternative: grilled chicken), long grain rice, broccoli cuts, garden lettuce salad, chocolate chip cookie. Thursday, April 26: Sliced ham, cut sweet potato, corn, garden lettuce salad, pineapple fruit cup. Friday, April 27: Spaghetti bake, green beans, garden lettuce salad, sugar free
scenes to ensure the success of the program. The program runs in Collins, Nevada and Ames during the months of June and July 2018 with both morning and early afternoon shifts available depending on the community. For more information, call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
medical appointments. This service is provided entirely by volunteers who use their own vehicles. Specifically one or two more drivers for Nevada and Huxley are needed to help riders in those areas. Please call Lori at (515) 2928890 for more information.
RSVP Volunteer Driver Transportation Program You can make a difference in the lives of Story County residents by becoming part of a pool of volunteers who provide occasional transportation services. Priority is given to seniors needing rides to
K-3 Summer Reading Buddies Make a lasting impact this summer by being a reading buddy. Raising Readers in Story County coordinates a free six-week summer tutoring program to promote literacy skills for children finishing kindergarten through finishing third grade
chocolate pudding, breadstick. Monday, April 30: Grilled salmon with glaze (alternative: seasoned chicken breast), whipped potatoes, California blend vegetables, fresh carrot sticks, pear fruit cup. FRIENDLY LUNCH BUNCH: Enjoy a meal, shared in the company of others, served Monday through Friday at 205 S. Walnut Ave., in Ames. Please call (515) 233-2906 by 8:30 a.m. to make your reservation.
who need a little extra help over the summer to maintain their literacy skills. Every child signed up will be paired with a trained reading tutor and will meet twice per week to receive personalized reading sessions. These 45-minute sessions will be at convenient, supervised sites. Program runs June 11 to July 26. For more information, call Arti at (515) 292-8890. For more information about RSVP, please visit our website, www.rsvpvolunteer.org, like our Facebook page, Central Iowa RSVP, or call (515) 292-8890 to set up a time to meet with us.
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From left, AARC Co-Director Roman Lynch; AOPI Philanthropy Co-Chairs Maggie Horrigan and Sophia Bailey; AARC Co-Director Don Muff; and AOPI Chapter Consultant Eileen Muff. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Run For The Roses donates to National Arthritis Foundation The 31st Run For The Roses on Oct. 6, 2017, was a great success, as evidenced by the donation of $24,000 to the National Arthritis Foun-
dation on March 26. The funds raised from Run For The Roses have enabled Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority to annually rank as the top Philan-
thropic organization in the Iowa State Greek Community. The 32nd Run For The Roses will be on Oct. 7. Mark your calendars.
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and services donated by the church members include a weekend in a cabin at the Honey Creek State Park, athletic and show tickets at ISU, dinners for six to eight and many more. A majority of the proceeds will help raise funds for the church’s new sound system. The Appalachia Service Project participants will offer a picnic style meal for free-will offering to help defray the costs of their trip this summer.
Methodist Church, 102 Lynwood Drive, Huxley. Join them for an adventure in hat-making with Fyne Hats by Felicity. Fyne Hats by Felicity creates detailed pieces for renaissance festivals and other events. We’ll learn about historical and contemporary hat styles and see the millinery materials used in their construction. Styles will be available to try on. This meeting will also include show and tell, and a free table.
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Zearing Community Wellness Building Fundraiser will be from 5 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, at Dakins Community Center, 105 E Main St., Zearing. It will be a spring grill out with hamburgers, hot dogs, baked beans, salads, desserts and drinks. A silent auction will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Free-will donation checks (for tax deductions) payable to “The City of Zearing.” All proceeds will benefit the Zearing Community Wellness facility.
Come to a Festival of Music at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 22, at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 1416 20th St. This concert is a benefi t for the Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance Program. It will feature the Music Men Quintet as well as local performers and Northminster Presbyterian musicians. Rather than admission, a free-will offering will be collected for Good Neighbor.
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The American Art Pottery Association will host a pottery show and sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 25, at Gateway Hotel and Convention Center. Admission is free.
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CENTRAL IOWA SEWING GUILD: Central Iowa Sewing Guild will meet from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 21, at Trinity
FESTIVAL OF MUSIC:
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Roland-Story agriculture shop class student John Pepper shows offthe sign he is creating. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story agriculture shop class designs Shorkey is named outdoor signs Mitch Shorkey works in the school shop on an electrical wiring activity.
Students in the Roland-Story agriculture shop class have undertaken a new project this spring in which each student is designing and fabricating an outdoor wooden sign. The purpose of the project is to apply
knowledge learned in prior projects and apply them to this larger project. Students have previously learned about equipment and safety, preparing lumber for projects and various finishing methods such as paints, stains
and preservatives. According to John Pepper, student in the class, “I’ve had a lot of fun constructing this project because of the particular things I’ve learned about in the smaller projects that we’ve completed prior to this one.”
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Roland-Story’s ag student of month Roland-Story agriculture student and FFA member, Mitchell Shorkey has been
selected the “April Agriculture Student of the Month.” Mitchell is the son
of Ron and Sandy Shorkey, of Roland. Mitchell is a senior at Roland-Story. According to Brad Taylor, agriculture education instructor and FFA Advisor, “Mitchell is an excellent student and a leader in our classrooms, FFA activities and athletics. He demonstrates a lot of common sense and is a student that all of his peers in the school look up to and respect.” Mitchell has been involved in the agriculture program the past year and has become involved in several activities such as Kids Against Hunger, Fruit Sales, Christmas Party and will be representing Roland-Story in the State FFA Convention in the Team Agriculture Sales Contest. Mitchell is also involved in baseball, basketball, golf, cross country, and track, FFA Chapter President Zach Taylor says, “Mitchell is a very trustworthy and honest fellow student who is an excellent representative of his family, school and community. He consistently demonstrates integrity, appropriate work ethic and dedication at all times. His actions speak highly of his character.”
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Above: Grant Berends and Wyatt Origer work on application of dry rubs to the meat. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Right: Students packaging and pricing their beef jerky.
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Roland-Story agriculture business class learns business management Roland-Story agriculture business students have been studying concepts of business management and record keeping by forming and operating their own businesses dealing with the production and mar-
keting of beef jerky. According to Brad Taylor, agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor, “The basis of this unit of instruction is for the students to gain an understanding of the
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importance of keeping records when operating any business —small to large.” The unit consists of students forming a company in which they were considered the “Board of Directors.”
They then voted for a CEO, and CFO to oversee the business operations. Students were then “hired” to fill positions such as director of marketing and plant operations manager.
The Board of Directors worked with the company CEO to come up with a name for the company (RolandStory’s Best) and name of their product (Brown Sugar Bourbon and Mesquite).
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From left, Ed Rood, Don Todd, presenter Phil Larson, Ragnar Morken and Bjorn Morken. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Larson presents program at Sons of Norway April event Sons of Norway Kong Sverre Lodge held its April event in Story City with the program “Travel on Seven Continents” by Phil Larson, a retired
DOT appraiser from Boone and adventurer, hunter, sportsman and traveler extraordinaire. After the catered dinner, Phil showed photographs and gave
commentary about the geographical and historical aspects of the photos which were from the seven continents he has visited.
Dylan Kahl shows off the model he created. From left, Andrew Mallek, Lucas Ince, Jason Cheng and James Kuhman.
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Team PrISUm visits Town and Country Kiwanis ISU Team PrISUm members visited the Ames Town and Country Kiwanis Club informing members of their 2017 solar car design, construction and operation. The ISU team is composed of 120 students representing most areas of the university with many from engineering and
electronics. In past years, the team has entered races in the United States. In 2017, the team entered the 30th Bridgestone World Solar Challenge held in October with its new four-seat design. That design more nearly represents a modern automoble. The challenge route
is from Darwin to Adelide, Australia, a distance of about 1,900 miles. The team finished 11th of 24 in the Adventure Class of the Challenge in this sixday event. The team is presently in the design phase of a new solar car for the 2019 World Challenge.
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Roland-Story vet science students study respiration Veterinary science students have been studying the respratory system in their latest unit of study. One of the objectives was to learn about the topic of how the lungs function.
In their lab the students worked in pairs to create a simulation of lungs and how they function with the use of pop bottles, balloons and straws. According to Brad Taylor, agriculture
education instructor, “this lab activity allowed the students to visualize more how the breathing process takes place and shows the significance of the diaphragm in the process.”
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Nevada FFA parliamentary procedure students study at 7:30 every morning in preparation for state contest in April. From left, Lucas Rogers, Madison Davis, Aidan Sellberg, Avery Mather, Madison Fitz and Kacie Rewerts. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada students and FFA members log in extra hours
Nevada FFA farm business management team often studies at night, working through net worth sheets, commodity marketing and cash flow analysis. From left, Chance Steffes, Nicole Swanson, Grace Francis and Hunter Anderson. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor, was presented with the Steve L. Fales award. From left, Hillary Olson, soil conservationist, Story County Natural Resources Conservation Service, Cooper, Jerold Fitzgerald, chairperson Story County Soil & Water Conservation District. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Cooper receives honor Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor, was recently presented with the Steven L. Fales Conservation Award. The award is in recognition of land stewardship where Cooper has implemented cover crops to improve both soil and water quality
on farmland. Cooper has also farmed his land with no tillage for ten years. The award is named posthumously after Steve Fales who served as a Story Soil & Water Conservation District Commissioner for many years, and was passionate about environmental conservation.
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Before school in the morning, after school, or from 5:30 to 9 p.m, and on Saturdays, you will find Nevada High School agriculture education students and FFA members investing extra hours in preparing for either leadership career development events, ag skills contest practice, greenhouse work, or in the ag mechanics lab. The parliamentary procedure team meets at 7:30 every morning to study and practice, and sometime in the evenings for state contest in April. Recently the farm business management team, poultry evaluation, and marketing teams have been studying also. “The students are making the hard right decision and making time to improve their knowledge and skills,” said Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor. “If the students want to work and study, we will make sure the school is open.”
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PEOPLE Story County campsites now can be reserved Select campsites at Dakins Lake and Hickory Grove Park are now reservable through www.mycountyparks.com. This has been highly requested as it allows users to plan ahead for their camping trips. Reservable sites will still be available on a first-come, first-served basis when not reserved, and there will still be some non-reservable sites at both campgrounds. Reservations can only be made for the upcoming camping season, which runs April 1, 2018, through Oct. 31, 2018, and must be made at last five days in advance of arrival.
Above: Serenity Salon stylists Tina V, Jen D and Cassie B.
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Left: Stylists Cassie and Tina give neck massages to the girls.
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Serenity Salon gives a spa day to YSS youths
The girls show off their hair.
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For the past 3 1/2 years, on a quarterly basis, Serenity Couture Salon and Spa in Ames has offered a “pampering event” to teens who temporarily reside at the YSS adolescent residential
addiction treatment facility in Ames. Upon arrival at Serenity Salon, four to six lucky girls are enthusiastically greeted by the manager of the salon and three to six stylists, who offer
them hand and neck massages followed by a hair wash and styling — styling per each of the girl’s request, from curls, to braids, to straight and everything in between. In addition to the “pampering,” the girls are informed by the stylists why they chose the career of cosmetology and they are provided information regarding where in Iowa the training can be received. The girls leave the
salon relaxed, with beautiful hair and a smile on their face, knowing that they are special people. YSS and the Achieving Maximum Potential (AMP) program, which works “to unleash the full potential for personal growth for foster and adoptive children in Iowa,” are so thankful for the sharing of time and talents and the sincere caring of the Serenity staff.
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PEOPLE Story County Community Foundation strengthens community impact, connections with donors and organizational growth The Story County Community Foundation (SCCF) continues to expand its efforts to build a legacy of philanthropy. In 2017 the Foundation helped facilitate private charitable giving through $4.4 million in charitable contributions received, served as a resource for nonprofit endowment building among the 60 nonprofit organizations that partner with SCCF, and awarded $677,000 in grants for the betterment of Story County communities. Twelve new funds were started, including 4 donor advised and 8 nonprofit agency funds. “It is an exciting time for the Story County Community Foundation as we celebrate another year of growth in our communities through charitable giving, growth in our leadership, and community philanthropy,” said SCCF Executive Director Sunni Swarbrick. “At year end, our total market value for the 148 funds that we administer was $15.2 million, resulting in more
than a 6 fold increase since 2010. We were able to connect with 226 new donors in the last year that contributed to one or more of our funds.” In addition to growth in charitable contributions and the impact that is being made among our nonprofit communities, Story County Community Foundation’s competitive grants provided $113,000 in grants to 6 Story County Communities and 14 county-wide programs. Grants from other charitable funds include grants from a fund established by each of SCCF’s 54 nonprofit partners that are used to support each organization’s mission. A total of 51 individuals or families have established a donor advised fund or designated fund to support causes that align with their charitable giving priorities. “The incredible growth of the Story County Community Foundation is a true testament of the gen-
erosity of Story County residents and their commitment to make an impact right here in our community,” Swarbrick said. “Since starting in 2005, SCCF has been dedicated to serving as a community partner in philanthropy. “It is with the expertise of our organization’s leaders and the commitment of our community partners that we have been able to continue to serve the needs of our community. Today and every day, we remain committed to serve our communities by providing resources for endowment building, personalized service, and local expertise to donors.”
Days for Girls Sewing Team, ISU students sew hygiene kits
The Ames Days for Girls Sewing Team welcomed Iowa State students on April 7 as part of CyServe, a day of community service for ISU students. They completed 34 hygiene kits for girls in developing countries and worked on many items — cutting ribbon and fabric, serging and sewing drawstrings bags and liners, etc. Days for Girls meets at 1 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month and at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month in the St. Cecilia Oscar Romero Room,2900 Hoover Ave. No sewing skills are needed and newcomers are always welcome. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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