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CALENDAR OF EVENTS OCT. 16 ART WALK Take an art walk to explore the art on display at ISU’s campus by Norie Sato from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Hach Hall, 2438 Pammel Drive. Get a glimpse into Sato’s unique approach to creating public works of art and engaging the community in the process. Meet outside of the main entrance to Hach Hall.
LIVING WITH SIGHT LOSS If you or someone you know has lost some or all vision, a Low Vision Support group will meet from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, in Northcrest Community’s Rose Room, 1901 Northcrest Circle. The group tells their stories and shares ways of managing low vision lives. All are welcome. For information, call (530) 321-1651.
FAMILY FLU CLINICS McFarland Clinic is hosting family flu clinics from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at the north Ames Family Medicine office, 3815 Stange Road. Schedule an appointment at McFarlandclinic.com/flu. Wednesday flu clinics also will be offered from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and Nov. 13.
TACO NIGHT Story City American Legion Post 59 is having a taco night at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 301 Washington St. in Story City. Come and enjoy your choice of hard or soft shell tacos $1.50, and $2 for walking tacos.
BINGO NIGHT American Legion Post 37 will have bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 225 Main St. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12 and $18.
SCHOOL BOARD CANDIDATE FORUM Learn more about the progressive priorities of the Ames Community School Board candidates from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Ames Public Library. Representatives from community organizations will pose questions about issues and priorities. Members of the audience also will be able to submit questions to the candidates.
OCT. 17 ART WALK Explore the public art of LeBaron Hall from noon to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17. Meet at the front entrance of LeBaron Hall, 626 Morrill Road. A free lunch will be provided after the walk for the first 25 people who register with dmosher@iastate.edu.
MOVIE WITH THE COPS The Nevada Police Department will show a movie starting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, at Heritage Park, in front of the Nevada Public Safety Department. Bring your family and a chair or blankets to sit on. Popcorn and hot chocolate will be provided.
PANEL DISCUSSION The League of Women Voters of Ames and Story County will present a panel discussion on resource recovery at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, in the fireside room at Northminster Presbyterian Church, 1416 20th St. Lorrie Hanson will speak on how the resource recovery system works, and John Klaus will review the history of resource recovery in our community. Free and open to the public. For more events, see page 9
October is National Disability Awareness Month October is National Disability Awareness Month; therefore, it is fi tting that we highlight an agency that serves with excellence and integrity to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they learn, work, play, and grow within the community. The Arc of Story County is an advocacy-based non-profit organization. The Arc is the largest advocacybased organization in the United States, with one of nine chapters in the State being located in Story County. We actively support legislation for each citizen’s civil rights; we encourage competitive employment; and we encourage our constituents to live as independently as possible while actively participating in a variety of sporting and community events. Volunteers are the backbone of our services and we encourage you to consider sharing your time and talents with us.
Diana O’Riley with Cy. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Constituents live, work and play in our community. They work beside you on the job, they ride CyRide with you, they enjoy the freedom of making purchasing decisions and they participate in a wide variety of recreation and leisure activities and competitive sports throughout
our community. The Arc provides learning opportunities and recreation/ leisure events in order for each individual to participate as independently and successfully as possible in our community. The Arc’s Active Lifestyles program provides year-round
competitive and recreational sports and relies on enthusiastic support and leadership from volunteers of all ages. Fall sports include bowling, flag football, golf and volleyball. Other sports offered throughout the year include basketball, cheerleading, bocce ball, track and field, soccer, softball, swimming and cycling. Weekly practices, scrimmages, and games prepare athletes for competitive tournaments throughout the season. Not only do we rely on volunteer coaches, we need access to affordable fields and gyms in Story County for weekly practices and competitions. The Arc advocates with local, state and federal representatives on important issues individuals and families face. Through advocacy training, persons with disabilities are able to have their voices heard at ARC, see page 5
CASA makes plans for coming year The Creative Artists Studios of Ames’ (CASA) new Board of Trustees met to plan exhibitions, workshops, holiday sales, educational projects and open houses for the community during the 2019-20 academic year. CASA Board members are Ruth Soseman, Youngmi Cho, Michelle Mullen, Caroline Freese, Greg Lamont, David Gradwohl, Linda Lieberman, Mary Weisgram, Lee Anne Willson, Steve Boyd, Ingrid Lilligren, Andrea Wheeler, and Linda Rosa.
CASA Board members are, from left, Ruth Soseman, Youngmi Cho, Michelle Mullen, Caroline Freese, Greg Lamont, David Gradwohl, Linda Lieberman, Mary Weisgram, Lee Anne Willson and Steve Boyd. Not pictured: Ingrid Lilligren, Andrea Wheeler and Linda Rosa. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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MATURE LIVING Heartland Senior Services 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames (515) 233-2906 Lunch menus Wednesday, Oct. 16: Beef pot roast, baked sweet potatoes, cauliflower, carrot sticks, raisins. Thursday, Oct. 17: Southwestern chicken, au gratin potatoes, spinach, mandarin oranges, sugar-free vanilla pudding. Friday, Oct. 18: Ham-
burger on bun, tomato, lettuce, onion, green beans, sliced carrots, tropical fruit cup. Monday, Oct. 21: Meatloaf, whipped potatoes with gravy, peas, yogurt cup, pear fruit cup. Tuesday, Oct. 22: Sliced turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy,
diced beets, applesauce, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, Oct. 23: Key West Roast Cod (alternate: grilled chicken), long grain rice, broccoli cuts, fresh orange, chocolate chip cookie. Thursday, Oct. 24: Sliced ham, cut sweet potatoes, corn, garden lettuce salad, pine-
apple fruit cup. Friday, Oct. 25: Spaghetti with meat sauce, green beans, sliced carrots, chocolate pudding, breadstick. Monday, Oct. 28: Beef pot roast, whipped potatoes with gravy, peas, yogurt cup, pear fruit cup. Tuesday, Oct. 29:
Baked salmon with glaze (alternate: chicken breast), cut red potatoes, corn, mandarin oranges, chocolate pudding. Wednesday, Oct. 30: Pork tips with chutney, sweet potatoes, buttered cooked cabbage, garden lettuce salad, tropical fruit cup. Thursday, Oct. 31:
Goulash, cauliflower, green beans, applesauce, bar. 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.
Calendar of events Wednesday, Oct. 16 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Bunco 3 p.m., Life Choices exercise class 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Oct. 17 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi 9:30 to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate
Bridge Friday, Oct. 18 9 a.m., Video exercise 1p.m., Friday Afternoon cards 7 p.m., Country Jam Saturday, Oct. 19 5:30 p.m., Cribbage Sunday, Oct. 20 1:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Monday, Oct. 21 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior
Band practice Tuesday, Oct. 22 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 1 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Oct. 23 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring book workshop 1 p.m., Rummikub 3 p.m., Life Choices exercise class Thursday, Oct. 24
8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi 9:30 to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Friday, Oct. 25 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Friday Afternoon Cards Sunday, Oct. 27 1:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge
Monday, Oct. 28 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior Band practice Tuesday, Oct. 29 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 1 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Oct. 30 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Service project 3 p.m., Life Choices
exercise class Thursday, Oct. 31 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi 9:30 to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge
Central Iowa RSVP Mary Greeley Medical Center
Patient Safety Program: Utilizes trained volunteers for the enhancement of a safe environment for high-risk fall patients through the inspection of the patient’s environment, monitoring of staff compliance with fall prevention protocol,and reminding the patient of their role in fall prevention. The role of the volunteer is to visit patients who have been designated at risk for fall and document on a spreadsheet compliance with fall protocol. Shifts available: Twoto three-hour shifts available Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday between noon and 7 p.m. Call Arti at (515) 292-8890. Sterile Process Department (SPD): Assisting SPD staff with the preparation of linens used in the OR and OB which includes the removal of lint, folding according to a specific pattern and prepare for sterilization. Assisting with necessary minor cleaning and restocking of the workroom workstations, minor cleaning of surgical instrument containers, and assist in workflow of SPD
as needed. Shifts available: Two-hour shifts available beween 9 a.m. and noon Monday and Tuesday. Call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
Reiman Gardens
Bulb Planting: Plant some bulbs. Each fall, we plant thousands of springblooming bulbs. It’s a great family activity; even younger kids can drop in a tulip bulb. Come back in the spring and see the amazing results. Planting will be Oct. 14-18, 21-25. No previous experience required. Call Arti at (515) 292-8890. Pumpkin Carving: Get in the spooky spirit by carving pumpkins at Reiman Gardens. Choose from hundreds of pre-designed pumpkin templates to carve, including pop culture and music icons, cartoon characters and nature designs. Make sure to come out that weekend to see your creation on display during Spirits in the Gardens. Volunteers will be carving outside, should dress appropriately, and must be 13+ years old. Pumpkin stenciling will be Oct.14-16 with pumpkin carving Oct. 17-18. Call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
Pen Pal Program
Be part of a great group of volunteers and have fun helping a child right from your own home. Serve as an RSVP Pen Pal. It only takes less than an hour each month to help kids learn their letter writing skills and develop a relationship through the mail with someone from another generation. We are seeking volunteers to serve the Story County school districts.
City Hall Kiosk
Volunteers needed to staff reception desk for two to four hours a day. Preferable timings are from 8 a.m. to noon or 1 to 5 p.m. Monday throughFriday. Training will be provided on answering calls and directing visitors to correct departments. Volunteers need to be able to work independently in a reliable, courteous and patient manner. Call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
YSS Administrative volunteer
Youth Shelter Services is looking for volunteer assistance with clerical projects, answering phones, sorting/ distributing mail, filing,
copying, database entry and more. Positions are designed to fit the department’s needs with the volunteer’s skills. Call RSVP for more information Call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
Salvation Army 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. 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. Call Arti at (515) 292-8890.
Food at First
RSVP assists with two of the many shifts available each month. Volunteers are needed from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Nov. 11 to prepare and serve food. If you are interested in helping with
these or other shifts, call Arti 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 (515) 292-8890 for more information.
Story County Medical Center in Nevada
If you enjoy meeting new people, this is the opportunity for you. Volunteers are needed from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. for the gift shops at both Story County Medical Center Senior Care and Story County Medical Center. Please 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
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Iowa Finance Authority Awards Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa $50,000 State Housing Trust Fund Grant The Iowa Finance Authority Board of Directors recently awarded a $50,000 State Housing Trust Fund grant to Habitat for Humanity of
Central Iowa to assist in the construction of a home in Ames. The funding is made available through the State Housing Trust Fund’s Project-Based
Housing program. The program provides financing for the development of affordable single-family and multifamily housing units.
“The Iowa Finance Authority proudly works with Habitat for Humanity affiliates to help the goal of making homeownership a reality for hard-working Iowans,” said Iowa Finance Authority Executive Director Debi Durham. The ranch-style home will include 1,200 square feet of finished living space with three bedrooms and one bathroom on the main floor. The home will also include an unfinished basement and an attached garage.
“This State Housing Trust Fund grant is a key piece of funding that will help to make this home a reality for an Ames family,” said Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa Executive Director Sandi Risdal. “This home will be our 60th home built, a milestone that wouldn’t have been possible without partners like the Iowa Finance Authority.” Each Habitat partner family that purchases a home receives financial, home repair, home-
ownership and foreclosure prevention education and must also complete sweat equity hours prior to closing on their home. The State Housing Trust Fund has awarded more than $77.7 million in funding and has assisted nearly 28,000 affordable housing units since the program’s inception in 2003. These awards have leveraged an additional $160 million or $2.06 in other resources for every dollar of State Housing Trust Fund funding.
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New state officers elected to the American Legion Auxiliary Junior Department
First United Methodist Church Women’s annual Holiday Fair will be on Oct. 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 516 Kellogg Ave. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Church’s annual Holiday Fair Oct. 19 First United Methodist Church Women’s annual Holiday Fair will be on Oct. 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 516 Kellogg Ave. Morning coffee will be from 8 to 10:30 a.m. and includes pastries and fruit. The Bake Shoppe will have homemade noodles and tea rings, pies, bread, cookies, candy, cakes and bars.
Grandma’s Attic, Made With Love and Seasonal Decor will be featured again this year. A number of handmade quilts will be sold in a silent auction. A lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., featuring herb turkey breast, mashed potatoes, sides, dessert
and beverage. Cost is $10. Vegetarian option and take out available upon request. The fair raises money for a number of local, national and international causes.
The American Legion Auxiliary Junior Department Convention was held on Friday, Aug. 16, at the Christian Conference Center in Newton. New state officers were elected, which include, from left, President Ashley Thompson, from Ankeny Unit 42, Vice President Rhiannon Panknen, from Marengo Unit 76, Secretary Callie Hall, from Marengo Unit 76, Chaplain Cali Travis, from Shellsburg Unit 166, Historian Emma Schnurstein, from Story City Unit 59, Sergeant-At-Arms Sadie Breyfogle, from Ames Unit 37, and Assistant Sergeant-At-Arms Corrina King, from Palmer Unit 202. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Are you on the list? The Roland-Story Community School District wants YOU to be a part of their substitute roster! Fill in as an Associate in a classroom setting or support the nutrition program as a Food Service Team Member.
For additional details or to apply today, visit https://rolandstory.school/employmentclassified-staff or call 515.733.4301! EOE.AA
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PEOPLE Northminster Presbyterian Church presents scholarships
Wendy Wintersteen, member of Northminister Presbyterian’s Scholarship Committee, presents a church scholarship to Steven Lawrence. Lawrence has been an active member of the church for many years. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Charlie Flick, member of the Northminster Presbyterian Church Scholarship Committee, recently presented a church scholarship to Zach Zeller. Zeller is a sophomore at Iowa State and continues to be active in church life. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
SCCF holds ‘Meet Your Local Community Foundation’ The Story County Community Foundation (SCCF) invited Ames community members to attend their “Meet Your Local Community Foundation” event at ACTORS
Inc. on Wednesday, Sept. 25. Local residents, along with SCCF staff and board members, gathered to learn more about the community foundation and
enjoy light bites and refreshments. SCCF Executive Director Sunni Kamp shared how the SCCF grantmaking program and charitable giving options have positively
impacted the Ames community, and Stan Rabe with ACTORS, Inc. provided details on how grant funding has provided support to the growth of their community theatre
program and improvements to their stage lighting. Since 2005, SCCF has provided $893,194 in grant support to nonprofit organizations serving Ames residents. Projects have focused on arts and culture, human services, community betterment, health and wellness, environment/animals and education. SCCF is grateful for the generous support
of the more than 96 nonprofit organizations, 160 individuals and families, and 25 corporate and business partners that they have had the opportunity to work with in the Ames community. Please contact SCCF at (515) 2329200 to learn more about how their grants and charitable giving tools could benefit you, your family, your organization and your community.
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Paul Heddens with the ISU Pep Band. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Justin Palas, Cy and Ryan Palas. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
ARC: Arc March to be Nov. 2 Continued from page 1
forums during election campaigns, serve as representatives during an employment dispute, or simply provide community awareness for other persons with disabilities. Respite and Care Coordination are critical services provided by The Arc for Story County residents who have significant disabilities and live in their homes. The Arc provides the structure and coordination of services that enables individuals to remain in their homes, the least restrictive environment for all citizens, and continue to receive the services they need in their own homes. We are in our fourth year of Project SEARCH, a nine month long employment training program hosted by Iowa State University. The students participate in
classroom instruction coupled with rotating through three different internships located throughout the University. Upon graduation from Project SEARCH, the students have a 93 percent success rate of employment in the community. The third-annual Arc March will be on Saturday, Nov. 2, at North Grand Mall. Our goal is to raise money while having fun and increasing awareness of the services provided by The Arc for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Activities and a continental breakfast start at 9:30 a.m., and The Arc March walk begins at 10 a.m. We invite you to join us – the ISU pep band, Cy, self-advocates, the mayor pro-tem for a Proclamation and friends of individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Go to www.thearcs-
tory.org for more information and to register early and set up your fundraising page. You can also register at the door. The Arc’s Board of Directors invite you to give generously when you see individuals outside our grocery stores in Ames – two or three times a year – offering you a large Tootsie Roll. Our Tootsie Roll Drives are one of the more visible ways we raise extra funds to support the services we provide. Membership in The Arc of Story County is open to all individuals, families, and businesses, whether you have a family member with a disability or if you are simply interested in getting involved. For more information, contact Tricia Crain, The Arc Executive Director, at director@thearcstory.org or (515) 232-9330 or visit www.thearcstory. org.
From left, Brad Jensen, Arc of Story County board member; Mayor John Haila; David Orth, Arc of Story County board member; and Tricia Crain, executive director, Arc of Story County. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Gilbert High School ag students harvest Aronia berries
Gilbert High School ag students were given the opportunity to harvest Aronia berries. Thanks to Jim Andersen from Super Berry Farm for this experience for the students to learn more about the uses and benefits of these berries. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS
DMACC fall semester foundation scholarships Des Moines Area Community College students from the Ames area have received scholarships from the DMACC Foundation for the fall semester. The recipients include: Paige Bathie, $400 Fred Bennett Scholarship, Nursing Associ-
ate Degree, Ames Larisa Baumann, $500 DMACC Foundation Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames Sara Bergin, $500 General - Boone Campus Scholarship, Undecided, Ames Emiley Bruce, $750 General - Boone Campus Scholarship, Nurs-
ing Associate Degree, Ames Julia Franco, $1000 Hector Boiardi Endowment Scholarship, Culinary Arts, Ames Cassandra Geopfert, $500 Walter & Lucile Murken Memorial Endowment Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Ames Karilynn Hernandez, $500 Walter & Lucile Murken Memorial Endowment Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Ames Addiosn Holderman, $500 Marguerite Kelley Endowment Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames
Katherine Johnson, $275 Simon Estes Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames Dana Kline, $1000 DMACC Pioneers Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Ames Charis Maldonado, $500 Harold Cunningham Memorial Endowment Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Ames Scott Meager, $1500 The Bennett Family Scholarship, Architectural Technologies, Ames Austin Rathje, $1500 The Bennett Family Scholarship,
Computer Languages, Ames Samantha Rohrssen, $500 Walter & Lucile Murken Memorial Endowment Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames Sally Schrunk, $500 Walter & Lucile Murken Memorial Endowment Scholarship, Undecided, Ames Anna Stevens, $750 General - Boone Campus Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames Laura Swenson, $500 Walter & Lucile Murken Memorial Endowment Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Ames
Nyomi Terry, $500 Holst #2 Endowment Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames Tori Thomas, $500 Richard D. Beckwith Endowment Scholarship, Liberal Arts, Ames William Tibben, $1000 Troy Feldpouch Memorial Scholarship, Advanced Manufacturing, Ames Madison Kramer, $750 General - Boone Campus Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Huxley Elicia Watson, $500 General - Ankeny Campus Scholarship, Nursing Associate Degree, Polk City
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Steffen named to IVMA’s executive board Dr. Amanda Steffen, of Ames, was recently elected to the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA) Executive Board. Steffen is a 2011 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She also earned a masters of public health degree from the University of Iowa in 2012. Steffen works all over central Iowa as the owner of her own small-animal veterinary relief work business The Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board meets at least three times a year and is comprised of 22 members from 20 districts in Iowa.
Dr. Amanda Steffen, of Ames, was recently elected to the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA) Executive Board. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
A board member is elected as a representative by the members of his or her district and serves a two-year term. The Iowa Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA) is a 501c3 nonprofit, member-service organization.
Iowa Veterinary Medical Association elects officers, executive board members Dr. Amanda FalesWilliams, of Ames, was sworn in as president of the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA) at its annual meeting in Ames on Sept. 13. Dr. Fales-Williams earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky in 1991 and a doctorate of veterinary medicine from the University of Missouri in 1995. After graduation, she moved to central Iowa to complete her Ph.D. and residency in veterinary anatomic pathology at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She is boarded in anatomic pathology through the American College of Veterinary Pathologists. Dr. FalesWilliams is a veterinary pathologist at the Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Jim Berger, of Walcott, was sworn in as IVMA president elect. Dr. Berger earned a veterinary medical degree in 1988 from Iowa State University. He is the owner-veterinarian of
New officers for the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association at the swearing in ceremony at the IVMA annual meeting on Sept. 12 in Ames. From left, Dr. Brenda Bright, vice president; Dr. Jim Berger, president elect; Dr. Amanda Fales-Williams, president; Dr. Randy Ackman, immediate past-president. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
the Walcott Family Pet Clinic in Walcott, a small animal practice. Berger served on the IVMA Executive Board 2010-17. Dr. Brenda Bright, of Story City, was sworn in as IVMA vice president. Dr. Bright is a 1989 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She owns Heartland Pet Hospital in Story City. Dr. Bright had been a member of the IVMA Executive Board since 2013. She
gave up her board position to become IVMA vice president. Dr. Randy Ackman, of Cedar Rapids, will serve as immediate past president. Dr. Ackman is a 1989 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and is a professor in the animal health technology program at Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids. Dr. Ackman was a member of the IVMA Executive Board 201316 and served as IVMA president 2018-19. Dr. Ashley Kolbet, of Osage, and Dr. Amanda Steffen, of Ames,
were elected as IVMA Executive Board members and will began their two-year terms in September. The IVMA is comprised of more than 1,500 veterinarians. Its membership includes more than 85 percent of the veterinarians in Iowa and veterinarians from all surrounding states. The mission of the IVMA is to provide a vision and voice through continuing education, publications, legislative and social activities to enhance the veterinary profession, improve animal well-being and defend public health.
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ISU FLUTE ENSEMBLE AND CLARINET CHOIR The ISU Flute and Ensemble and Clarinet Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, at Martha Ellen Tye Recital Hall, 300 Union Drive. The recital will be music by female composers. Admission is free.
“GAS STATIONS & GARAGES” The Slater Area Historical Association will hold an opening reception for their new exhibit, “Gas Stations & Garages,” a look at the history of service stations in small town Iowa, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, at Heritage Hall Museum, 318 First Avenue. Come share memories and view the exhibit, which will be on display until 2020. Enjoy hot dogs, Coke and reminisce. Antique cars will also be on display. Everyone welcome.
OCT. 18 FIDGET QUILTS Join It’s Sew Tempting to make small activity quilts to help neighbors suffering from dementia from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at 407 Broad St., in Story City. Stop by for the whole day or part of the day. These quilts will be donated locally to Household of Bethany and the Mary Greeley Medical Center. Please bring a sewing machine, thread, extension cord and basic supplies such as scissors, pins, needle for hand sewing and a seam ripper. Register at www.itssewtempting. com.
PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY Paint your own galaxy pottery during a dropin class between 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at The Workspace in the ISU Memorial Union. Learn the basics of painting your piece, and then it will be fired within a week to pick up. Studio fee is $4 for ISU students and $5 for the public to attend, plus the cost of
the bisque you select. Open to all ages if accompanied by an adult.
PORK TENDERLOIN SANDWICH NIGHT American Legion Post 37 will offer a pork tenderloin sandwich basket night from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at 225 Main St. The event is open to the public. Stop in and enjoy a pork tenderloin sandwich with all the fixings and fries.
A NIRVANA TRIBUTE The tribute band NIVRANA will perform at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, at the Talent Factory, 1114 Sixth St., in Nevada. The NIVRANA set list contains all the famous tracks from the grunge trio, and uses the same stage props, instruments, equipment, and flair, offering the closest live concert experience that you’ll see anywhere. Tickets can be purchased at www. iowatalentfactory.com/ nirvana.html.
OCT. 19 HOLIDAY FAIR First United Methodist Church Women’s annual holiday fair will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 516 Kellogg Ave. Morning coffee is from 8 to 10: 30 a.m. and includes pastries and fruit. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for $10. Vegetarian option and take out available upon request. A number of handmade quilts will be sold in a silent auction at the event. For more information or questions, contact (515) 290-1401.
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL MEETING Amnesty International will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, in the Dale Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library. We will discuss human rights issues and write letters on behalf of individuals whose human rights have been violated. The work is appropriate for high school age and older, but younger children are welcome in the meeting room. Bring a laptop or write
letters by hand. Writing supplies, a printer, postage and refreshments are provided. No dues. Contact (515) 290-5827 or msand@ isunet.net for more information or questions.
FOREST BATHING Destress, relax and rejuvenate with a certified forest therapy guide from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at Story County Conservation, 56461 180th St. Guides from Forest Therapy Pathways will assist you in slowing down, relaxing, reconnecting with nature, awakening your senses and being present. The cost is $25 with registration, required by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Register at www.mycountyparks. com.
SPIRITS IN THE GARDENS Spirits in the Gardens will be at Reiman Gardens from 4 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, and 4 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20. Wear your favorite costume and come trick-or-treat at Reiman Gardens with additional activities. Online advanced tickets can be purchased until Thursday, Oct. 17. Door ticket prices are $4 for members and ISU students, $6 for the public, and kids ages two and under are free. Visit www. reimangardens.com for the schedule of the weekend and advanced tickets.
PINK PARTY Join Della Viti for its third-annual “Pink Party: Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser” from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 323 Main St. Free wine tasting, a silent auction, drink specials and free appetizers are included. Live music will begin at 7 p.m. The cost is $5 at the door,
and all proceeds are donated to help fund life-saving research, treatment, education and community health programs. For more information visit dellavitiames.com.
BEAUTIFUL The Broadway hit “Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” will be at Stephens Auditorium at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) on Saturday, Oct. 19. The musical tells the story of the early life and career of the legendary and groundbreaking singer/ songwriter Carole King. A pre-show dinner will be available at 6 p.m. Register for the dinner and find tickets at www. center.iastate.edu.
OCT. 21 $6 BASKET SPECIAL Story City American Legion Post 59 will have their $6 meal basket special at 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, at 301 Washington St. in Story City. Come in for the weekly special served with french fries.
QUIZ NIGHT Enjoy Quiz Master Tom’s unique and challenging style of trivia from 8 to 10 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, at The Mucky Duck Pub, 3100 S. Duff Ave. Quiz night has great prizes, great atmosphere, great beer and is free to enter.
LET’S MAKE MUSIC
Take a family-centered tour through the exhibition “Artists in Iowa: The First Century” from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20. The tour will be at the Brunnier Art Museum on level 2 of the Scheman Building, 1805 Center Drive. Learn about the artists who worked in the state from the 1840s to the 1940s, then participate in a fun craft activity based on the art in the exhibition. For more information visit www.museums. iastate.edu.
Ballard Community Performing Arts Association will begin their community band and chorus rehearsals for their holiday concert on Monday, Oct. 21, in Huxley. New members are welcome to join. Rehearsals are scheduled every Monday night. The band will rehearse at 6:30 p.m. and the chorus will rehearse at 7:40 p.m. in the Ballard High School band and chorus room. The Holiday concert is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. in the Ballard High School Auditorium.
GIN TASTING
OCT. 22
OCT. 20 A walk back in time
London Underground will have a guided journey of gin from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20. The event will include sampling of different variations. Stop in and reserve your spot with a bartender or purchase online at theundergroundames. com
BINGO NIGHT American Legion Post 37 will offer bingo at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 225 Main St. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12 and $18.
BARTLETT BOOK CLUB The Bartlett Book Club at Bertha Bartlett Public Library in Story City will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. The book club is a place to challenge your reading tastes and discuss your thoughts freely, and is open to the public. Please let the library know if you are interested in joining the Bartlett Book Club to receive a copy
of this month’s selection.
MAKER NIGHT Learn how to drill and rivet metal at a Maker Night from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the Octagon Center for the Arts, 427 Douglas Ave. Create designs on copper, and rivet different elements together to create fun and expressive designs. This event is for ages 21 and up. Bring your friends, and your favorite beverage and snacks. Novice and experienced makers are welcome. The cost is $45, and materials are included. For more information and registration, visit www. octagonarts.org
OCT. 23 CURATOR TALK Join guest curator Sonya Harwood from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the Farm House Museum, 601 Farm House Lane. She will guide guests through the Farm House Museum to examine how ways of showing affection have changed since the Victorian era, and what it might have been like to find love in the Victorian era. For more information, visit museums.iastate. edu.
BINGO NIGHT American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., will offer bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12 and $18.
BINGO NIGHT Enjoy a night of bingo at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at Story City American Legion Post 59, 301 Washington St., in Story City.
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