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Ames Public Library offers curbside pickup Ames Public Library has introduced a new, contact-free Curbside Holds Pickup service. Curbside Holds Pickup will allow library cardholders to request physical items such as books and DVDs, then schedule an appointment to pick them up in front of the library. Director Sheila Schofer says staff is excited to get materi-
als moving out the door again. “We’ve been working hard to safely provide as many of our services as possible to as many people as possible,” Schofer said. “We were able to ramp up our online offerings quickly when this started, but we wanted to be very thoughtful in planning a safe way to circulate physical items.”
Ames Public Library opened up Curbside Holds Pickup on May 18 for customers who had held items already waiting for them. “Since we closed, the holds shelves have been absolutely packed. We knew we needed to get some of those items out of the way before we could handle a flood of new requests,” Schofer said. “With
that experience, and a lot more space, we’re ready to open the service up to all of our library cardholders.” For more information about Curbside Holds Pickup or to schedule an appointment, visit www. amespubliclibrary. org/curbside. While community members may check out items through Curbside Holds
Pickup, Ames Public Library’s building remains closed to the public. On May 13, Ames City Council directed that City Hall and city facilities not reopen before Wednesday, July 1, 2020. During the closure, Ames Public Library is offering a variety of programs and videos online, a weekly show on KHOI Community Radio and online
“Stay Inside & Thrive” challenges. The library has also expanded access to its collections of downloadable and streaming content, such as e-books and movies. In addition, many premium learning and research resources are available online for free with an Ames Public Library card. Visit www. amespubliclibrary.org for more information.
Members of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club and Story County Conservation rest after a recent work project at the Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor. Front row, from left, Sue Griffith, club member; Beth Waage, conservation naturalist and project leader; and Jess Lancial, conservation; back row, from left, club members Dan Franklin, Leo Timms and Paul Brackelsberg. Not pictured: Erica Place, conservation volunteer coordinator, who also assisted with the work. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Town and Country Kiwanis, Story County Conservation work together at Tedesco Environmental Learning Corridor The Tedesco Environmental Learning Center is located in the ISU Research Park. The 37-acre center brought together Story County, the city
of Ames, Iowa State University, the State of Iowa and other partners to illustrate useful cooperation near commercial development, quality of life
and natural resource conservation in a very pleasant and assessable setting. The club and conservation members recently planted native
prairie seedlings near the deck overlooking the center. The plant material was secured from ISU. In several years, the plants will the show
colors of the prairie to center observers. The Town and Country Kiwanis Club has an annual agreement with Story County Conservation
to police and remove garbage at the corridor. The club members can assist with projects such as the planting of these seedlings.
Editor’s Note: With how rapidly everything is changing related to COVID-19, please visit the Ames Tribune website, www.amestrib.com, for more information as it becomes available. Follow the Ames Tribune on Facebook as well. Community calendar suspended: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended that no gatherings with 50 people or more take place for the next eight weeks to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. Due to this, and the constantly-changing environment surrounding COVID-19 throughout the county and state, the Ames Tribune will suspend its community calendar until further notice. Thank you for your understanding.
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Nevada area farmer Kevin Gerlach donated a New Holland 517 spreader to the Nevada High School FFA chapter. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Gerlach donates New Holland spreader to Nevada FFA Nevada area farmer Kevin Gerlach donated and delivered a New
Holland model 517 spreader to Nevada High School FFA on Monday, May 18.
“This is good machine that only needs a few minor repairs, it will be
a good project for our students,” said Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School
agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor. Gerlach graduated
from Nevada High School, and was an active FFA member.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES VOLU N TEER CEN TER OF STORY COU N T Y
“Being good is commendable but only when it is combined with doing good is it useful.” — Unknown The Volunteer Center of Story County connects people of all ages with volunteer opportunities, promotes volunteering and recognizes volunteers. For additional information, to volunteer, or to list volunteer needs, visit www.vcstory.org, call (515) 268-5323, email director@vcstory.org or visit from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
ADVOCATE FOR QUALITY LONG-TERM CARE
Office of State Long-Term Care Ombudsman The Volunteer Ombudsman Program is currently accepting new applicants across the State of Iowa at this time. Volunteer Ombudsman are trained, certified volunteers who visit one local long-term care facility to advocate for residents’ rights. This included visiting with residents about their quality of care and quality of life in the facility and seeking to resolve any of their concerns in cooperation with the facility. This unique and rewarding opportunity requires a minimum commitment of three hours per month for one year. COVID-19 OPPORTUNITIES
Multiple agencies Volunteers are still needed at many local agencies and organizations. There are multiple opportunities for you to volunteer from home for your favorite causes. Needs are clustered together on the VCSC online referral website. Volunteers who are healthy, not at-risk and are able to volunteer are encouraged to get involved. Organizations seeking volunteers are taking available safety precautions for volunteers, staff and clients. Volunteers are encouraged to do the same. Positions include Pen Pals with Central Iowa RSVP, making homemade face masts for Mary Greeley Medical Center and packing food boxes for the Food Bank of Iowa.
between active military members and their families, and maintaining an events calendar with VCSC.
store more than 50 kinds of vegetables. Volunteers receive a box of vegetables each time.
BLOOD DONOR
SENIOR HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION PROGRAM ASSISTANT
LIfeServe Blood Center Donating blood is one of the easiest ways to give back to your community. Call 1-800-2874903 to schedule your donation appointment at the donor center or a blood drive near you. OVERNIGHT VOLUNTEERS
Martha’s House of Hope Volunteers stay at the house from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Duties include ensuring curfew is met and helping in emergencies or when babies arrive. A comfortable bed is provided for volunteers to sleep. VOLUNTEER CONSERVATOR OR GUARDIAN
Iowa Department of Human Services Volunteers are needed to serve as conservators or guardians for wards of the state, typically individuals with mental illness, mental disabilities, or dementia. Volunteers use skills with accounting, real estate, taxes, etc. to work with professionals from DHS and other service agencies to handle matters such as paying bills, settling outstanding debts, selling, leasing, mortgaging property, investing funds or filing taxes for some one unable to make sound decisions on their own.
VIRTUAL VOLUNTEERING
VEGETABLE HARVESTERS
you can work on for their upcoming fall events, the American Red Cross is looking for support for its programs and services, including supporting communication
Every week on Tuesday and Friday for 20 weeks (May to October) harvesters are needed for three hours to learn how to safely harvest, handle, wash, pack and
Mary Greeley Medical Center Provide one-on-one assistance to help Medicare beneficiaries, caregivers, or representatives with questions and problems related to Medicare and health insurances. Assist the sponsor site (MGMC) to create awareness or SHIP/SMP services in the county, including informal discussions and group presentations. The position is needed for four hours every other week December through October, and a minimum of four hours every week October through December each year. LITTLEST PARTICIPANT CHILD CARE
YSS
The Baby Bump and Beyond program is looking for two volunteers with a genuine interest in caring for our littlest participants (0 to 5 years), while their parents attend class every first and third Thursday of the month in Ames from 4:45 to 6:15 p.m. WOODWORKER
Ames History Museum
Volunteers skilled with using a jigsaw are needed to create a specific wood shape for activities at the one-room schoolhouse museum this summer, Hoggatt School. Pattern and wood will be provided by the museum. TRANSLATORS
ISU Extension Multiple agencies Mustard Seed Want to serve from home? ReiCommunity Farm and Outreach man Gardens has several projects Story County
For volunteer opportunities with Central Iowa RSVP and Volunteer Center of Story County, visit www.amestrib.com.
Spanish-speaking translators are needed to partner with the Family Nutrition Program Assistant for nutrition lessons for
Spanish speaking residents in Story County. Programs run for eight weeks, with meetings once a week for approximately an hour and a half. CLIENT INTAKE AND INTERVIEWING
Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance, Inc. Intake and Interview Volunteers meet one-on-one at Good Neighbor with persons who are seeking rent or utility assistance. Involves listening and taking brief notes. Orientation, training and shadowing opportunities are provided. Interviews are from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday or Thursday each week. DIY VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer Center of Story County Looking for a volunteer project idea for your team or that you can do on your time. The VCSC has ideas, resources and information about potential projects, (including projected time commitments and budgets) on the online referral website. Look for ideas, and by signing up through the system, the VCSC and benefitting organizations will be able to provide additional support and information to help with your projects. FOOD PANTRY & DOING THE MOST GOOD MARKET VOLUNTEER
Salvation ArmyStory County Guide guests through the Food Pantry and Doing the Most Good Market on Mondays through Fridays from 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. Volunteers can serve one or multiple days as available. Individuals or small teams are welcome to come try out a shift and shadow an experienced volunteer before making a long-term commitment.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES C E N T R A L I OWA R S V P
Connecting people to purpose Adopt-a-Flower-Garden RSVP is looking for two to three volunteers who would like to plant and maintain a flower garden as part of the Adopt-aFlower-Garden program through the city of Ames. Mulching and planting will take place in mid to late May and volunteers are encouraged to weed and maintain the garden throughout the summer. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890. Fraud Fighters One in three Americans ages 65 and older are scammed, losing $36.5 billion annually to financial exploitation, criminal fraud and caregiver abuse. The Iowa Insurance Division (IID) is requesting help from RSVP in implementing their Fraud Fighters Program. Volunteers will conduct presentations to educate community members (primarily targeting seniors and retirees) on types of fraud, provide prevention tips to avoid fraud, and provide resources to assist you if you are a victim of fraud. Training and all presentation materials for volunteer presenters will be provided by IID staff. To learn more, contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890. Salvation Army Representative Payee VolunteerLooking for volunteers to distribute weekly checks and review receipts and visit with payees to monitor any changes to their status or any other impending issues. Volunteers should be able to communicate well, write legibly and keep accurate records. Training and supervision will be
Orientation Contact Central Iowa RSVP at (515) 292-8890 to arrange for an orientation for volunteers.
Information
For more information about RSVP, please visit the website, www. rsvpvolunteer.org, like the Facebook page, Central Iowa RSVP, or call (515) 292-8890.
provided as well as the opportunity to attend meetings as scheduled. Needing two volunteers for one to three hours from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays. Call RSVP at (515) 292-8890 for more information. Food Pantry/Doing the Most Good Market Attendants Looking for volunteers to help with food pantry and market pantry from 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday . Volunteers will meet and greet families, direct them through the pantry and market and assist with sorting, shelving or restocking needs. This job requires standing, lifting (20lbs) and kneeling. A cheerful attitude and ability to respect the confidentiality of all those who visit the Salvation Army is a must. The Salvation Army encourages volunteers who can work on a consistent basis. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890. Volunteer Ombudsman/Advocate The Office of the State LongTerm Care Ombudsman is searching for dedicated volunteers for its Volunteer Ombuds-
RSVP offers adult volunteers aged 55+ quality opportunities to share their skills, interests and life experiences in response to a wide variety of community needs. Serving Story County since 1973 and Marshall County since 2003, RSVP recruits volunteers from all economic, educational and social backgrounds.
man Program (VOP). Volunteer Ombudsmen will receive free training to become certified volunteers who visit local long-term care facilities and advocate for residents’ rights. This includes visiting with residents about their quality of care and quality of life in the facility and seeking to resolve any of their concerns in cooperation with the facility. This unique and rewarding opportunity requires a minimum commitment of three hours per month. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890 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 rides to those in need of transportation. Priority is given to seniors needing rides to medical appointments. This service is provided entirely by volunteers who use their own vehicles. One to two more Nevada drivers are needed to help riders in that area. Please call RSVP at (515) 292-8890 for more information. Reiman Gardens Butterfly Wing Docents - Volunteer among the butterflies! Volunteers are needed to help with monitoring the space to ensure that USDA regulations are followed and the butterflies are contained within the exhibit. These volunteers, also known as Butterfly Wing Docents, interact directly with the public answering questions about the butterflies and plants in the exhibit. All new Butterfly Wing Docents are required to attend one training
session. Prefer two-hour commitments with both weekday and weekend opportunities available between 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Perfect for individuals and couples. To learn more contact RSVP at (515) 292-8890 Conservatory Docents - Do you enjoy interacting with people and teaching others? Are you into tropical plants? Reiman Gardens’ new Conservatory Docent volunteer position might be the perfect opportunity for you! Conservatory Docents greet visitors to the Hughes Conservatory, share information about the plants and current center display, and are available for questions. No plant knowledge is necessary to get started. Weekday and weekend opportunities are available. Perfect for individuals and couples. Mary Greeley Medical Center Caring Hands Volunteer The Caring Hands Program uses trained volunteers to provide non-therapeutic hand massage to patients and/or family members at the William R. Bliss Cancer Center. The volunteer will provide an opportunity for patients/family members to receive a voluntary, complimentary, hand massage using gloved hands, with gentle massage. Volunteers will introduce themselves and the service to the patient/family member. A minimum six-month commitment is required. 9 to 11 a.m. on Mondays. Call RSVP at (515) 2928890 for more information.
For volunteer opportunities with Central Iowa RSVP and Volunteer Center of Story County, visit www.amestrib.com.
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Beck donates John Deere tractor to Nevada FFA
Art Beck, of Roland, with the John Deere X720 tractor he donated to the Nevada High School FFA. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Art Beck, of Roland, donated and delivered a John Deere X720 Ultimate lawn and garden tractor and deck to Nevada FFA on Tuesday, May 12. The 27 horsepower Kawasaki engine runs very well, and Beck just had replaced the PTO clutch, fuel tank and pump in the tractor. The hydrostatic transmission needs some repairs, therefore an excellent lab project for Nevada High School ag mechanics students and
Sampson talks ISU athletics to Town and Country Kiwanis Iowa State Assistant Athletics Director Kelsey Sampson recently visited the Town and Country Kiwanis Club’s ZOOM meeting. Sampson provided an excellent summary of ISU athletic program for club members and guests. She described and showed by video the current, future and athletic projects under consideration at the university. These projects include: Construction of a sports performance center; the demolition of the Olsen Building;
modifications of Hilton Coliseum; a pedestrian bridge from the parking lots to Hilton Coliseum; and the possibility of multi-rec facility between Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium. Sampson also discussed and detailed the athletic department’s current budget for expenses and revenue. describing some of the uncertainties for both caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. ISU football players may return for workouts on July 1.
She invited club members and guests to attend a virtual tailgate tour on Cyclone TV. Additional information for the tour can be found on the ISU athletics website.
Kelsey Sampson
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FFA members. “This will be very educational for the students, and have great re-sale value when done,” said Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor. A good X720 with a 62-inch deck has a value of around $4,000. Beck is retired from KEY Cooperative Nevada location and was always very helpful for Nevada FFA grain deliveries.
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Dan Franklin, left, and Terry Proescholdt, right, members of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club, clear and plant in the club’s flower garden at Brookside Park while listening to “Serenade in Black” in the background, played by Dick McCoy, a club member, and José Torres, a member of the Ames Middle School Builder’s Club. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Town and Country Kiwanis members maintain club’s flower garden at Brookside Park Dan Franklin, left and Terry Proescholdt, right, members of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club clear and plant in the club’s flower garden at Brookside Park while listening to
“Serenade in Black” in the background, played by Dick McCoy, club member, and José Torres, member of the Ames Middle School Builder’s Club. Nature and fine
music provided a beautiful day for the Town and Country Kiwanis Club members, tired of sheltering at their homes. They celebrated the day with music in their ears as
they removed dead foliage and winter debris and planting new flowers on the club’s flower garden located at the north entrance to Brookside Park. The club members
have maintained this garden since 2009. The other club members who worked on this project, but not pictured were: Paul Brackelsberg, Jack Winkler, Gerri Bugg. Randy
Griffith, Dale Vander Schaaf, Stephanie Clark, Leo Timms and Ken Kruempel. All work followed the social distancing guidelines desired by Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds.
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