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Sam Shaffer, right, owner of Shaffer’s Auto Body in Ames, presents a $1,000 check to Steve Bellin for Marquee Sponsorship of the Senior Variety Show, which will be performed on Aug. 16 and Aug. 17 at Ames City Auditorium.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS AUGUST 14
WEARABLE ART EXHIBIT Come see how teams of students from ISU’s College of Design created marvelous works of wearable art which explore human interaction, analyze materials, and test various fabrication processes. The exhibit will be on display in Ames Public Library’s Gallery from Wednesday, Aug. 14, through Saturday, Aug. 24.
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STATE FAIR TRIP Heartland Senior Services is taking a charter bus trip to the Iowa State Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The bus will leave at 8 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. The cost is $30, and pays for your Iowa State Fair ticket and charter bus ride from and returning to Heartland Senior Services, 205 S. Walnut Ave., in Ames. The bus is not ADA equipped.
CLASSIC CAR NIGHT The Nite Hawk is proud to host its annual Classic Car Night from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 105 Greene St., in Slater. Bring your classic car or bike and enjoy live music on our patio. Any individual over the age of 21 who brings a classic car to the show will receive one free drink token. $3 domestic tallboy specials will be served.
Shaffer’s Auto Body is a Marquee Sponsor for Senior Variety Show Sam Shaffer, owner of Shaffer’s Auto Body in Ames, presents a $1,000 check to Steve Bellin for Marquee Sponsorship of the Senior Variety Show. Bellin is the show’s
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37 will offer bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at 225 Main St., in Ames. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12, and $18.
AUGUST 15
FISHING TACKLE AND LITTER CLEANUP Come make a difference and participate in a lake cleanup from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15. Meet at McFarland Park to coordinate and disperse. If you have them, bring a canoe/kayak or waders, pliers, a small saw, a knife, loppers, or trash grabbers. Tools will be available for use as well. Bring a pair of work gloves and a full water bottle. All participants must register at http://cerv.is/m?0342x176
VISUAL LIT MEETING Join Visual Lit, a graphic novel book club, at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, to discuss “Watchmen” by Alan Moore. The group meets at Lincoln Tap, 835 Sixth St., in Nevada.
TRIVIA NIGHT GI Jill’s is hosting a trivia night from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, at 207 N. Main St., in Roland. Trivia is free to play. There is a prize for the winning team of each round. There will be six rounds.
AUGUST 16
SENIOR VARIETY SHOW The 25th-annual Senior Variety Show, “Celebrating Silver, Creating Gold!” will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16, at Ames City Auditorium. The show will also be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17. Tickets are on sale in Ames at Heartland Senior Services, 205 S. Walnut Ave., Worldly Goods, Mary Kay’s Flowers and Garden Cafe; in Nevada at the Ben Franklin Store; and in Story City at the RSVP/Senior Center. For more information, call (515) 292-9394. For more events, see page 9
Golden K members contribute to Story County Blast Back to School Fair The Story County Blast Back to School Fair held on Friday, Aug. 9, at Ames Middle School helped relieve the burden of back-to-school expenses for local families of K-12 students. This event is a community effort coordinated by many Story County organizations and groups of volunteers. For the second consecutive year, Ames Golden K Kiwanis members contributed signifi cantly to this event, donating a large number of items for 24 different types of back-to-school supplies. This, along with cash donations, totaled approximately $1,800. For more information about Ames Golden K Kiwanis, please visit www. amesgoldenk.org.
Sponsorship Chair. Shaffer has been a show supporter for many years and is proud his mother, Mary Ann Barnes, was an integral part of the show in many capacities.
The 25th-annual Senior Variety Show, “Celebrating Silver, Creating Gold!”, will be at 7:30 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 16, and at 2 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 17 at Ames City Auditorium.
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Heartland Senior Services 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames (515) 233-2906 Lunch Menus fresh carrot sticks, Senior Variety Show — Celebration of aging Wednesday, Aug. pear fruit cup. 14: Barbecue pork on bun, potatoes O’Brien, sliced carrots, garden lettuce salad, mandarin oranges. Thursday, Aug. 15: Salisbury steak with gravy, whipped potatoes, California blend, pear fruit cup, raisins. Friday, Aug. 16: Key West roast cod (alternate: grilled chicken breast), whipped potatoes, stewed tomatoes, coleslaw, chocolate chip cookie. Monday, Aug. 19: Baked tilapia with orange glaze (alternate: seasoned chicken breast), whipped potatoes, lima beans,
Tuesday, Aug. 20: Beef pot roast, diced potatoes, baked beans, garden salad, peanut butter cookie. Wednesday, Aug. 21: Chicken with dijon sauce, cut sweet potato, green beans, spinach lettuce salad, mandarin oranges. Thursday, Aug. 22: Hamburger on bun, tomato, lettuce, onion, mixed vegetable blend, cheesy potato casserole, mixed fruit cup. Friday, Aug. 23: Chicken and noodles, broccoli cuts, garden lettuce salad, cut banana, tapioca pudding.
Calendar of events Wednesday, Aug. 14 8 a.m., Iowa State Fair trip 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub 12:30 p.m., Movie 2:30 p.m., Life Choices exercise class Thursday, Aug. 15 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health Care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Aug. 16 9 a.m., Video exercise Sunday, Aug. 18 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Aug. 19 9 a.m., Video exer-
cise 12:30 p.m., Senior Band practice Tuesday, Aug. 20 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 p.m., Songbirds 1 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Aug. 21 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Bunco 1 p.m., Rummikub 2:30 p.m., Exercise class 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Aug. 22 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health Care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Aug. 23 9 a.m., Video exercise
In the late 1940s, a young man fresh from serving in the Army Air Force overseas as a B-17 radioman, and a young woman fresh from a Johnson County, Iowa farm, arrived in Ames. He was going to pursue an education at Iowa State University and she was planning to find a good job. The two met at a social group at Collegiate Methodist Church near campus. Little did they know then, that 70 years later, they would be recognized for something remarkable. Jim Okey, 94 years old, and Alice Thompson, 95, are not only the oldest performers in this year’s Senior Variety Show, but they are the only two that have performed in every show for the past 24 years. This year’s production makes it 25 years. Both are vocal soloists and recall singing since childhood in church choirs, school choirs, small groups, and operettas. Thompson remembers singing her first solo for her seventh-grade Christmas program in her country school, accompanying herself on the ukulele. Okey chuckles as he relates the story of when his voice changed in junior high. It went from bass to baritone in a matter of weeks. Neither received formal vocal training, but interestingly, when they arrived in Ames, both took voice lessons as
Vocal soloist Jim Okey is 94, and he is one of two people who have performed in every Senior Variety Show since its inception. He is scheduled to perform again this year. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Vocal soloist Alice Thompson is 95, and she is one of two people who have performed in every Senior Variety Show since its inception. She is scheduled to perform again this year. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
young adults from the same professor, Tolbert Macray. In the early 1950s, the two pursued their chosen destinies. Thompson married Harvey Thompson in 1953, and they raised two daughters. They lived on a farm where they raised horses and rode together as a family. Okey graduated with a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering and worked at the Iowa Department of Transportation for 35 years. Music played a big part in both of their lives as they continued to live in the Ames area. Okey joined the Ames Choral Society when it was formed in the mid-1950s. He just recently gave that up. He became involved with other local performers at that time, presenting Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. It is a G. and S. song
titled “Patience” he has selected to perform at this year’s Senior Variety Show. Not the easiest music to memorize and sing, Okey says he’ll have it ready to go in time. Over the years, Okey was also active in ACTORS, serving as its very first president in 1957. He also sang in his church choir for decades. Thompson sang in choirs her entire adult life and owes much to the wonderful directors she had. She is very grateful to have sung with the Iowa State Singers when they performed with the New York Philharmonic, a highlight in her musical life. Then unexpectedly in 1982, she was asked to direct a chorus of seniors called the Songbirds, at Ames’ local senior center. Directing was not something she had ever done, but de-
cided she would accept the challenge. For 30 years she directed that senior chorus; her Songbirds presented more than 700 programs over those many years. In this year’s show, she will perform with the Songbirds as well as sing a solo, “Bird in a Gilded Cage,” even adding a touch of glam with a feather boa. At 95? Why not? Okey and Thompson are the embodiment of the true spirit of the SVS. They love to sing, they accept the challenge of standing up in front of hundreds of people and delivering, and they demonstrate to all that aging is worth celebrating. Tickets for the 25thannual Senior Variety Show, “Celebrating Silver, Creating Gold!” are now on sale for $10 at the following locations: In Ames, Heartland Senior Services (205 S. Walnut Ave.); Mary Kay’s Flowers and Garden Café, (3134 Northwood Dr.) and Worldly Goods (223 Main St.). In Nevada, tickets are available at the Ben Franklin Store (1038 Sixth St.), and in Story City at the RSVP/Senior Center (503 Elm Ave). Tickets will also be available at the door for $12. For further information please call (515) 292-9394, visit Facebook page (Senior Variety Show Story County) or at SeniorVarietyShow.org.
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PEOPLE Golden K donates to Friendship Ark
The Ames Historical Society Board of Directors voted in May to rebrand the organization to be “Ames History Museum.” The board hired Rippke Design of Ames to design a new logo. The new logo is colorful, engaging and inviting. The wide color palette fits in with neighboring organizations and provides more potential for marketing. According to the designers, the new logo “displays layers of history and community through organic shapes and curves.” The name and logo change will take place slowly over the next few months. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Ames history museum unveils new logo The Ames Historical Society Board of Directors voted in May to rebrand the organization to be “Ames History Museum.” The board and staff think this name better represents the organization’s work, especially with recent high-quality feature exhibits in the space at 416 Douglas Ave. The legal name will remain Ames Historical Society, but programs, marketing and merchandise will be rebranded with the Ames History Museum name. According to Casie Vance, executive director, more and more organizations are moving away from the “historical society”
phrase. “To younger generations, the name can seem intimidating, exclusive, and hard to connect with. The word “museum” appeals to a wider audience and portrays the organization as a welcoming community cornerstone for all ages,” Vance said. The board hired Rippke Design of Ames to design a new logo. The new logo is colorful, engaging and inviting. The wide color palette fits in with neighboring organizations and provides more potential for marketing. According to the designers, the new logo “displays layers of history and commu-
nity through organic shapes and curves.” The name and logo change will take place slowly over the next few months. Ames Historical Society was founded in 1980. It is the only organization dedicated to preserving Ames history. The organization’s mission will remain the same through the rebrand: to engage our diverse public and provide unique opportunities to learn about Ames history. The Ames History Museum, at 416 Douglas Ave., in downtown Ames, is open from 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Visit www.ameshistory.org for more information.
Ames Golden K recently presented a $500 donation to Friendship Ark. The donation will be used to purchase tickets to various activities for their residents. Friendship Ark currently maintains five multi-residence homes occupied by the Friendship Ark community. From left, newly inducted Golden K member Dick Clem, Friendship Ark Executive Director Jennifer Ellis, and Golden K’ s Cheryl Abrams. For more information about Ames Golden K, please visit www.amesgoldenk.org. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Brendan Taylor, Liv Heithoff, Caden Sporleder and Amanda Hofsommer are picking sweet corn for a donation. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story FFA garden continues to grow Roland-Story FFA community garden continues to grow and provide produce for area food pantries. The garden consists of a variety of vegetables, including root crops such as potatoes, sweet potatoes,
carrots, radishes, beets; sweet corn and leaf crops such as lettuce, kohlrabi, squash, pumpkins, watermelons, cantaloupe, beans, peas and eggplants. The Roland-Story garden is approximately 10,000
square feet for vegetables, a 1.5 acre sweet corn field and has an additional orchard of pear and apple trees. All produce from the garden is donated to local food pantries in the central Story County area.
Dawson Chelsvig, Caden Sporleder, Reagan Schmitz and Amber Taylor are shown harvesting sweet corn in early August. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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New member Steve Olson, Golden K member Janet Olson and Larry Vallery. PHOTO
Golden K member Bob Ringgenberg introduces new member Wallace Sanders Jr. and Larry Vallery. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Golden K President Larry Vallery, new member Gary Hood and Golden K’s Pete Peterson.
Pete Peterson introduces new member John Cacciatorie. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Golden K’s Linda Peterson introduces new member Erin Hermann.
Golden K member John Abrams introduces new member Cheryl Abrams CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Golden K new members The following new members have recently joined Ames Golden K. Erin Hermann,
Gary Hood, Cheryl Abrams, John Cacciatorie, Steve Olson and Wallace Sanders Jr. For
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Participants of this year’s Summer Stretch, a joint ministry between St. Petri Lutheran Church, Bergen Lutheran Church, Grace United Methodist Church and Immanuel Lutheran Church. The program has been a part of the Roland-Story community for eight years. This year, there were 46 participants and numerous adults who worked alongside the youth. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
46 youths participate in Summer Stretch program If you saw youth wearing maroon and yellow T-shirts working around the Roland-Story community the month of July, then you saw this summer’s ministry program called Summer Stretch, a joint ministry between St. Petri Lutheran, Bergen Lutheran, Grace United Methodist and Immanuel Lutheran churches. Summer Stretch began with one congregation in Burnsville, Minn., 26 years ago. This year, Summer Stretch has expanded to be a cooperative arrangement of more than 75 congregations in the Twin Cities, Wisconsin and Iowa, bringing together several thousand middle school and high school youth one day a week to work in their communities as servants of Christ, and to have a lot of fun doing it. The program has been a part of the Roland-Story community for eight years and this year had 46 participants and numerous adults who worked alongside the youth. “Summer Stretch allows middle school
youth to come together in small groups, to have a Bible study and to sample a variety of places to serve, and to make a difference in the name of Christ” said Kristin Johnson, director of Youth and Family Ministry from St. Petri Lutheran and Bergen Lutheran congregations. “This year’s theme was ‘World Hunger.’ The youth learned in their Bible studies some of the struggles people face around the globe with hunger and how they can help their neighbors near and far.” Andrew Potratz, associate pastor at Immanuel Lutheran, said, “Summer Stretch also provides an opportunity for high school youth to mentor the middle school youth and to lead by example. And, it welcomes caring adults to help make it all happen by driving and serving alongside the youth from the various work sites to the afternoon activities.” Summer Stretch participants could be found at many sites around the Roland-Story community, including delivering Meals
on Wheels, cleaning at Affordables and mulching near Story City’s Post Office and at the elementary school’s playground. The youth also learned to tie quilts with the St. Petri quilting group, rolled 400 slips of bandages to be sent overseas for medical use, cleaned at the carousel, pulled weeds and worked on scraping paint off a garage at a home in Story City and cleaned ditches along E-18 with members of the Roland Kiwanis, to name just a few. Though Johnson argues the entire day is a fun experience, the Summer Stretch participants ended their days with group activities geared more toward fellowship and recreation. Events included a trip to the Furman Water Park in Ames and the Story City pool. Summer Stretch began on Wednesday, July 10, and ran for three Wednesdays, ending July 24. Each session began at 9:30 a.m. and wrapped up at 4 p.m. The group ended its summer with a trip to Adventureland in Altoona on Thursday, July 25.
Prairie Rivers of Iowa’s new watershed coordinator, David Stein, surveys wild bees in a central Iowa restored prairie. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Iowa State University researcher joins Prairie Rivers of Iowa David Stein, of Ames, has joined Prairie Rivers of Iowa Resource Conservation and Development as the watershed program coordinator replacing former coordinator Kayla Bergman. He holds a bachelor of science in environmental science from Drake University and a master of science in ecology from Iowa State University. Stein’s passionate regarding conservation issues in Iowa and loves teaching others about the unique ecosystems found in the state. He previously worked as a researcher at both Iowa State and Tufts Universities primarily on prairie restoration and pollinator conservation in Iowa, Missouri and Central Maryland with fi ve years of experience in the field. “I’m very excited to be using my knowledge as both a researcher and conservationist to improve Central Iowa’s natural resources,” Stein said. “We’re excited
about David joining our staff and bringing his expertise to our watershed work. Prairie Rivers of Iowa continues to provide leadership in watershed planning, education for the public around soil health and water quality and supporting our cities and counties elected offi cials as we try to ensure healthy natural resources,” said Prairie Rivers of Iowa Executive Director Penny Brown Huber. In his new role, Stein will lead the Prairie Rivers of Iowa watershed team on planning and implementation focused on conservation practices that support organizations and landowners in the South Skunk River watershed. He’ll work closely with government agencies, non-government organizations, farmers and community members in the watershed in a way that is inclusive of all stakeholders and their ideas. This includes a great deal of work commissioned to Prairie Rivers by a Na-
tional Fish and Wildlife Foundation grant helping them continue the their work towards improving water quality and pollinator habitat. “I’m looking forward to working with the community towards improving the quality of Iowa’s land and water,” echoes Stein. Stein is originally from the Twin Cities area in Minnesota. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his dog, Teddy, hiking in local parks, fi nding new recipes to cook, gardening and exploring Des Moines with friends. Prairie Rivers of Iowa – Prairie Rivers of Iowa is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization committed to strengthening Iowa’s communities through the responsible stewardship of our natural resources. Prairie Rivers of Iowa’s programs help Iowans conserve our state’s natural and historic resources to enrich the lives of current and future generations. To learn more, please visit www.prrcd.org.
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Nevada FFA members who attended the Iowa Character Awards Event were, from left, Madison Davis, Kennedy Steffes, Ella Toot and JayLyn Schakel. Not pictured: Kevin Cooper Nevada FFA advisor.CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA members enjoy dinner at the Iowa Character Awards Event. From left, Ella Toot, JayLyn Schakel, Kennedy Steffes and Madison Davis. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA recognized at Iowa Character Awards event Nevada High School FFA Chapter was recognized at the annual Iowa Character Awards Event held Friday, July 26, at Prairie Meadows Conference Center. The Iowa Character Awards are pro-
moted and developed through the Robert D. & Billie Ray Center at Drake University. The Nevada FFA Chapter was recognized with a Honorable Mention in the category of student organization of char-
acter. Thirty-seven Nevada FFA members orgmore than 292 meals at no charge at their Community Winter Dinner and delivered 34 meals to elderly residents. In addition, the chapter volunteers
harvested more ethan 400 watermelons for the school lunch program. Sweet potatoes were also harvested and utilized in the school lunch program. Nevada FFA also generates funds that
cover expenses for premiere leadership development. Four students attended the event with their FFA advisor, Mr. Kevin Cooper. The event included a served plated dinner consisting of
creamed chicken breast with garlic mash potatoes and gravy, a steamed vegetable medley, and assorted dessert cupcakes. Four students attended the event with their FFA advisor Kevin Cooper.
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Ames Flint Hills Resources volunteers help remove more than 15 tons of trash from Boone River On July 11, 17 employees, family members, and friends of Flint Hills Resources’s Iowa ethanol plants joined 350 volunteers from Iowa and nine other states to remove trash, tires, plastic, wire, aluminum, and appliances from the Boone River in north central Iowa. The work was done as part of Iowa Project AWARE, an annual event to clean up Iowa rivers and educate volunteers about watersheds, recycling and water quality. This is the 17th year of the project, and the eighth year Flint Hills Resources has co-sponsored the event. “Our rivers and streams are among Iowa’s most important natural resources,” said Flint Hills Resources Ames employee Michael Kloth. “It was gratifying to be among so many dedicated volunteers that came together to improve a scenic waterway in the heart of Iowa.” Volunteers participated in at least one day of the five-day, 55-mile trek down a stretch of the Boone River from Goldfield to the Boone Forks Wildlife Area during this year’s cleanup effort.
Volunteers also had an opportunity to go on nature hikes and learn about Iowa’s water resources from Department of Natural Resources staff that provide support to the program. “It was a beautiful July day and we had a lot of fun with our Flint Hills coworkers from around Iowa, doing good work for Iowa’s environment,”
Kloth said. More than 15 tons of material was removed from the river during this year’s cleanup including 2,500 pounds of trash, 26,000 pounds of scrap metal, 3,000 pounds of cardboard, glass and plastic, and more than 225 tires. Iowa Project AWARE recycles as much of the material as it can. Project AWARE stands for “A Watershed Awareness River Expedition.” The annual event is coordinated by N-Compass, an all-volunteer nonprofit that promotes environmental education, river clean-ups and citizen engagement through natural resource conservation.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS continued from front BASKET DINNER NIGHT
FIRST BLC GOLF OUTING
American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., Ames, will offer a pork tenderloin sandwich basket night from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16. Event is open to the public. Stop in and enjoy a pork tenderloin sandwich with all the fixings and fries for $6.
Ballard Country Club is hosting its first golf outing on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 30608 Highway 69 in Huxley. Lunch and check-in begin at 11:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Nine-hole game, with four-person teams. Sponsorships are available. $50 registration fee covers lunch, the cost of a cart and greens fees at Ballard CC. All proceeds raised will benefit the work of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and its partners in mission.
AUGUST 17 STORY BOOK OPEN HOUSE Join Story Book Childcare and Preschool for an open house at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17, at 515 Broad St.. in Story City. This is for the public to see the new facility set up and ready to go. Everyone is welcome. Families enrolled in the program will receive additional information to have orientation the Friday before for a private showing and meet and greet of our teachers.
AUGUST 18
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37 will offer bingo at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 225 Main St., in Ames. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12, and $18. ROOSEVELT SUMMER SUNDAYS Roosevelt Summer Sundays, an Ames tra-
for $5, and cover one drink Prairie Moon is offering.
AUGUST 19 dition of free outdoor concerts, will feature Ducharme-Jones Band from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18, at Roosevelt Park on Ninth Street and Roosevelt Avenue. In the case of rain, the concert will be at 130 S. Sheldon Ave.
LIVE AT THE CRIB Live at the Crib, featuring Britches & Hose, will be from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18, at Prairie Moon Winery and Vineyards. Tickets are available at Prairie Moon Winery
U PICK FLOWER FIELD GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION Come visit the U Pick Flower Field from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19, to see the flowers, the farm stand, and learn about what Half-Thyme Company has to offer. Enjoy complimentary sangria. 25591 19th St., South, in Nevada. The flower field is located at 25591 19th St. South in Nevada.
AMERICAN LEGION MONDAY NIGHT
DINNER The Story City American Legion Post 59 will host a Monday Night Dinner from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 19, with sweet corn and bologna for $7 per plate at 301 Washington St., in Story City.
AUGUST 20 CRIBBAGE AT THE CUP The Yellow Cup Cafe is hosting cribbage at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 601 Broad St., in Story City. Bring a friend for fun and more. Pub snacks provided.
AUGUST 21 THIRD STANZA
Third Stanza, an Amesarea society of poets, will meet at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, in the Board Room of Ames Public Library. Meetings are open to all area residents who wish to further their knowledge of poetry. There are no dues or entrance requirements.
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37 will offer bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, at 225 Main St., in Ames. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12, and $18.
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