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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Tech“Cryptography: niques for Secure Communication.� Parking is available en@ near the northeast January 4, 2018 is Hightrance. The meeting 9 am - DMACC the cy free and open to School Equivalen n public. program registratio on will be at 9 a.m. 4 at Thursday, Jan. JAN. 6 IN DMACC Hunziker FAMILY MOVIES Bell Center, 1420 S. Jan. THE GARDENS: Ave. Classes run 2. Looking for a warm 8 through March place to keep kids For a current scheda by entertained for ule, please stop Head couple hours? the DMACC front to Reiman Gardens desk or go to www. The for a family movie dmacc.edu/hiset. 1 at 10 a.m. and class is free. Scholarfor p.m. each Saturday. ships available is This week’s movie testtextbooks and n is ‘Cars.’ Admissio ing fees. For more free for kids under information, please at 17, members and contact Anneke for $8 ISU students; or 515-290-4775 u. adults and $7 for amundel@dmacc.ed snacks seniors. Movie for will be available JAN. 4 purchase.
AUGUST 2
STORY COUNTY DEMOCRAT Q&A:
The Story County host a Democrats will 6-8 Q&A event from p m on Thursday,
JAN. 6
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AUGUST 2
CAROUSEL FAIR:
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thday of Celebrate the bir ng Jr. Martin Luther Ki
s, and newly Board of Supervisor will feature a John Haila. 6:30-7:30 p.m. and elected Ames Mayor, King Day and readings Sawyer ElemenThe Martin Luther short video, poems The Mitchell and invites all accomplishsing “Martin Planning Committee on the civil rights tary students will to honor King. Vanessa other musical in Ames/Story County ments and life of Dr. Luther King� and birthday of Dr. serve as M.C. and celebrate the Baker-Latimer will Jan. 15. The will be Judge selections.to the Jan. 15 event, you King on Monday, The keynote speaker Prior celebration the MLK Day of for Belcher, Iowa’s first theme for this year’s volunteer Romonda can i n judge t ervice i nd Unity The
NOVEMBER 9
SNOW MAGIC KICKOFF Main Street will host its annual Snow Magic Kickoff at 5 p.m. Stroll from business to business to enjoy special sales, treats, carriage rides, free hot chocolate, Santa and Mrs. Claus and more.
NOVEMBER 9
VETERANS DANCE Come to the Iowa State Memorial Union at 7 p.m. for a veterans dance in the Sun Room. Doors will open at 7 p.m. with beginner lessons at 7:30 p.m. A nine-piece group from the Iowa Military Veterans Band will play from 8 to 11 p.m. Cost is For more events, see page 5
SEAFOOD ROADSH
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Have you heard about our Seafood show at Ames RoadFresh jumbo sea scallops, Thyme? We’ll have and colossal king shrimp, lobster tails crab legs. Swing Fresh Thyme from by noon to 3 p.m. at SE Fifth St. for great quality seafood 215 great prices. at
AUGUST 4
MOTORCYCLE
RIDE:
The Story County Extension Council and staff, at the Story County Fair on July 22, celebrated the centennial celebration since first opening its
doors in 1918. Extension Council Chair Doug Sampson was presented with the 100-year plaque by Iowa State University President Wendy Winterste en.
The Extension Council and Staff would like to thank the community of Story County for their support and look forward to another 100 years the county’s needs. serving
Town and Country Kiwanis member helps at Kids Week Cam p
Janet Thorson, left, director of Cambridge Memorial Library, demonstrates new computer equipment purchased with a Story County Community Foundation 2017 grant to Ann Kurtenbach, SCCF Advisory Board member. The grant of $4,072 was utilized to purchase two new computers and a copier/ fax machine. This purchase allowed the library to upgrade its cataloging and circulation system. SCCF awards community grants of up to $6,000 to nonprofit organizations or governmental organizations for projects to improve local communities. CONTRIBUTED
SONS OF NORWAY DINNER
The Center ISU will provide a lecture from 1 to 2:30 p.m. about coping skills for LGBTQ+ students spending breaks with unsupportive families or home community. A member of student counseling services will lead the group through skills to handle these situations. Any questions about the event may be sent to center@ iastate.edu.
SWEET CORN SUPPER:
A sweet corn supper will be hosted the Story City by American Legion Post 59 from 5 to 7 p.m. at in Story City. Come 301 Washington St. join us for all you can eat sweet corn, dog and cucumbe hamburger or hot r salad for $7.
AUGUST 4
Story County Extension 22, at the Story County council and staff were recognized for 100 years of Extension Youth Fair in Nevada. Leidal and Mary Front row, from left, in Story County on Wilkins; back row, Kalli Olson, Rich Sunday, July from left, JoAnn Michelle Adams, Wrage, Eugenia Kromminga, Megan Kristi Jedlicka, Katie Williams, Hartsook, Nicole Not Pictured: Leonard Krafka, Alice Moody, Doug Sampson Melissa McEnany, and Foley, Tim Couser and MaryAnn Gardner. Iowa State University President Wendy Wintersteen CONTRIBUTED PHOTO .
Story County Ex tension celebrates 100 years
Community Grant benefits Cambridge Memorial Library
NOVEMBER 8
LGBTQ+ COPING WORKSHOP
AUGUST 3
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International Bazaar Night will be at 7 p.m. at the Gallery of the Iowa State Memorial Union. The free event will allow community members to learn about the history of cultures from all over the world.
NOVEMBER 8
1, 2018
BREAKFAST WITH A BOOK:
DMACC HISET REGISTRATION:
INTERNATIONAL BAZAAR NIGHT
Fartumo Kusow will discuss her most recent novel, “Tale of a Boon’s Wife� and how her life and experiences as a Somali woman shape her characters and major themes at 7 p.m. at Ames Public Library.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST
Join us at Farm Grounds, 1026 Sixth St. in Nevada, for our Breakfas t with a Book reading group. The group meet at 8:30 a.m. will Coffee and breakfas may be purchase d from Farm Grounds.t The copies of each month’s discussio n book will be available lic Library. Contact from Nevada Pubthe library for informati on. more
JAN. 4
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COMEDY SHOW:
Come to game night at 7 p.m. for the oSTEM fundraiser at Smokin’ Oak WoodFired Pizza. Play board games, card games, eat pizza and raise money for oSTEM. We’ll provide games and you can bring your own. Invite friends, family, roommates, significant others, anyone you like. Smokin’ Oak will provide the marketing flier and donate 20 percent of sales from all patrons who mention the oSTEM fundraiser.
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Come try out your comedy skills at Mother’s Pub, 2900 West St., in Ames, for the comedy show Parents Permission Required . Sign up is at 6:30 p.m. and the show will start at 7 p.m. Comedians will get five minutes to set. do a
oSTEM FUNDRAISER
The November Sons of Norway Kong Sverre Lodge’s event will be on Monday, Nov. 12, at the Community Center, 503 Elm Ave., in Story City and reservations are due by Nov. 8. The program will be “Travels in Modern Norway� presented by Don Todd. Social time is 6 p.m. with a catered dinner at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $7 for members and $12 for guests. Sons of Norway events and dinners are open to all interested in learning more about Scandinavian heritage and culture and guests are always welcome. For reservations, phone Shirley Frandson at (515) 7334482 or Ingrid Place at (515) 292-7513 by Thursday, Nov. 8.
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Friendship ARK holds annual fall benefit Friendship Ark Homes and Community Services held its annual Fall Benefit at the Radisson Hotel in Ames on Friday, Oct. 19. The gathering started with a social hour including appetizers, drinks and music by Miles Morgan. Father Jim Secora led the group in prayer which was followed by a testimonial from core member parent Dave Strawn. The evening concluded with the results of a silent auction and a spirited and well-supported live auction. Friendship Ark thanks everyone who contributed to the success of the event, especially its Board of Directors, its event sponsors and everyone who attended and/or donated to their cause. With the generous support of many, Friendship Ark will continue its mission of meeting the needs of adults with intellectual disabilities and make it possible for their core members to reach their fullest potential.
Friendship ARK’s annual fall benefit event was Oct. 19. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO