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CONTRA DANCE: The Ames contra dance will hold its finale dance at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, at The Annex, 130 S. Sheldon Ave. Melon Farmer will provide the music and dances will be called by Reid Miller. There will be contras, circles, squares. Holiday spirit galore and snacks. Cost is $8 for general admission, $5 for students.
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ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET: Several Ames churches are sponsoring a community Alternative Gift Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, at Wheatsfi eld Coop, 413 Northwestern Ave. You can donate to one of 30 international charitable projects and eight local charitable projects in honor of a friend or loved one. You receive a card and an informational insert describing the chosen project that you can give to your gift recipient.
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CHRISTMAS CAROL SINGING: Do you ever long for a time just to enjoy singing the traditional Christmas carols? If so, you are invited to attend an afternoon of Christmas carol singing at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 17, in the Ames Public Library auditorium. Everyone is welcome to come and sing and encouraged to bring holiday treats to share. This event is a joint effort by Ames Public Library, Ames Mennonite Church and First Baptist Church of Ames. For more information, call (515) 337-1713.
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KIDS’ CRAFTS: Celebrate the Holidays as Prairie Flower Children’s Center helps your children create unique and creative crafts that are perfect for holiday gifts at their winter craft fair. Cookies, hot chocolate and fun for all. It will be from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 17, at Prairie Flower Children’s Center, 2807 Duff Ave. Cost is $5 per child, free for adults, cash and checks accepted.
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HOLIDAY HAM GIFTING: In the spirit of holiday giving, Friendship Baptist Church will distribute 100 holiday hams to community members after the 10:15 a.m. service on Sunday, Dec. 17, at the church, 2400 Mortensen Road. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, leave a message at the church by calling (515) 292-4539.
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DMACC ESL SIGN-UP: Registration for DMACC English As A Second Language (non-credit) program will be at 9 a.m. or 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 18, at DMACC Hunziker Center, 1420 S. Bell Ave. Classes start on Monday, Jan. 8, with both daytime and evening classes available. Classes are free; $37 textbook fee. High-level English learners are now served
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Golden K Singers under the direction of Joe Traylor performed “Step in Time,” from the popular musical of the 1960s, “Mary Poppins,” at the 23rd-annual Senior Variety Show in late August. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Senior Variety Show raises $13,000 for community The 23rd-annual Senior Variety Show “Feelin’ Groovy!” proudly showcased 108 Story County performers (ages ranging from 60 to 94) at the Ames City Auditorium in late August. This year’s show celebrated the unforgettable 1960s and included both the joy and tears of that bittersweet era. Emotions fluctuated from the light-heartedness of “Laugh-in,” the Beatles, “Beverly Hillbillies” and “American Bandstand” to the spellbinding memories of “Abraham, Martin, and John,” sung by Bob Stumbo; and a Day in Vietnam, written by local veteran Jim Meek and performed by five soldiers from the Story County Vietnam Vet-
erans Chapter No. 1102. With the help of 90 additional volunteers, ticket outlets, show sponsors, in-kind donations, and responsive audiences, the event netted more than $13,000 to benefit the Story County Vietnam Veterans, Chapter No. 1102; and Heartland Senior Services of Story County (Meals on Wheels Program). Following the Sunday show, many of the Senior Variety Show cast and crew gathered at City Church’s auditorium to congratulate each other and enjoy a light buffet, hosted by Altrusa International of Ames and through financial support from Ames Ford Lincoln.
The performers and committees want to thank the Story County community for its overwhelming support of senior talent and senior projects. A special thanks goes to the major sponsors: Ames Ford Lincoln, Bethany Life, Community Friends of Burt Drexler, Green Hills Retirement Community, Northcrest Community, Osher Lifetime Learning Institute, and to the Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau for its community grant. The Senior Variety Show has now raised approximately $200,000 for senior projects through the years, while visibly promoting an active, purposeful lifestyle for all ages.
Ames Woman’s Club holds style show Ames Woman’s Club held its annual Style Show on Friday, Oct. 27. Everyone enjoyed a delicious luncheon as they viewed a variety of fall fashions. The fashions were provided by Holly’s in Boone and Ashley Redeker (the new owner of Holly’s) was a wonderful show host. Donna Wobig (the Style Show chairperson), the models and all of the Ames Woman’s Club members worked to create a wonderful event. For more information, call (515) 232-8343. The club is open to all and offers monthly programs and many activities.
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Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave., Ames • (515) 233-2906 Lunch Menus Thursday: Dec. 14: Chicken broccoli rice casserole, corn, mixed fruit cup, sugar cookie. Friday, Dec. 15: Goulash, green beans, cooked carrots, mandarin orange cup. Monday, Dec. 18: Cafe meatloaf, baked potato, yellow squash, yogurt cup. pear fruit cup. Tuesday, Dec. 19: Pot roast with gravy, mashed potatoes, baby carrots, applesauce, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, Dec. 20: Winter holiday
Ham, country sweet potato, scalloped corn, garden lettuce salad, pineapple fruit cup, holiday dessert treat. Thursday, Dec. 21: Key West roast cod, (alternative: grilled chicken), long grain rice, broccoli cuts, garden lettuce salad, chocolate chip cookie. Friday, Dec. 22: Spaghetti bake, green beans, garden lettuce salad, sugarfree chocolate pudding, breadstick. Monday, Dec. 25: Closed for Christmas.
Tuesday, Dec. 26: Closed for Christmas. Wednesday, Dec. 27: Chicken with Dijon sauce, sweet potatoes, green beans, garden lettuce salad, mandarin orange cup. Thursday, Dec. 28: Vegetable beef stew, whipped potatoes, baby carrots, peaches, chocolate chip cookie. Friday, Dec. 29: Chicken and noodles, broccoli cuts, garden lettuce salad, tapioca pudding.
Story County Jail Volunteers are needed to assist with the jail visitation program. Hours are from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and 1 to 4:30 p.m. on Thursdays and Sundays. Responsibilities include greeting the visitors, checking them in, escorting them to the visitation area and as-
sisting them with the signing-out procedure. A background check will be completed on all volunteers, and training is provided. For more information, call Teal at (515) 2928890. Nevada Elementary School Volunteer as a Pen Pal for a fifth-grade student. The Pen Pals program helps students improve their writing skills and build respect and a better understanding as they learn from and about an older generation. This is one of the most fun and rewarding experiences, and the kids are great. We even have a party with the students at the end of the school year. For more information, call Arti at (515) 292-8890. Habitat for Humanity Needs volunteers to help at the store on Wednesday afternoons from noon to 4 p.m. Duties would be directing customers to
Sunday, Dec. 24 Closed for Christmas Monday, Dec. 25 Closed for Christmas Tuesday, Dec. 26 Closed for Christmas Wednesday, Dec. 27 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub Thursday, Dec. 28 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 to noon, Health Care 1 p.m., Bingo Friday, Dec. 29 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards Sunday, Dec. 31 Closed for New Year’s
Tuesday, Dec. 19 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Wednesday, Dec. 20 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Rummikub 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Dec. 21 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, Dec. 22 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday afternoon cards
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Central Iowa RSVP Nevada Schools Volunteers needed for TeamMates mentoring school-based program in Nevada. Mentors are needed for grades three through 12. Mentors and mentees meet once a week at the mentee’s school and focus on building a long-term relationship. Research shows that when you mentor a child, you give them confidence, inspire positive choices, and create hope for a better future. And all it takes is a little time of yours. If you have questions, please call Arti at (515) 2928890.
Calendar of Events Thursday, Dec. 14 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, Dec. 15 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday Afternoon Cards 7 p.m., Country Jam Sunday, Dec. 17 1:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Dec. 18 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Movie — “Christmas With The Kranks”
wanted items, answering questions about donations & pickups, delivering purchases, etc. Anyone is welcome to visit the store at 402 E. Lincoln Way and “observe the action” and/or visit with manager Dan. There is also a need for volunteers from 2 to 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Call Arti for more information at (515) 292-8890. CASA The Court Appointed Special Advocate Program is in need of volunteers to serve as advocates for children in juvenile court. CASA volunteers are appointed by the court to work for the best interest of abused or neglected children under the court’s jurisdiction. Volunteers from all professions, ethnic and educational backgrounds are welcome. For more information, please contact Arti at (515) 292-8890. Orientation: Orientation for new or prospective volunteers will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19, at the Ames RSVP office, 110 Crystal St. Information: For more information about RSVP, please visit our website at www.rsvpvolunteer. org, like our Facebook page, Central Iowa RSVP, or call (515) 292-8890.
Roland-Story students work on an electrical wiring lab.
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Electrical wiring teamwork at R-S ag mech class Students in the Roland-Story agriculture mechanic class concluded their unit on electrical wring with their final project which involved collaborating within a group setting as well as correctly wiring an
advanced lab activity. According to Brad Taylor, agriculture instructor, “This lesson was designed to evaluate the students ability to collaborate together while correctly wiring an advanced project
that had students using junction boxes, outlets, single pole switches and 3-way switches.” This was the final out of 10 wiring activities that each student participated in.
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2016-17 Story County 4-H Youth Council members are front row, from left, Ashley K. of Cambridge, Tyler P. of Story City, Lindse y D. of Nevada and Dana E. of Cambridge.; back row, from left, Megan M. of Nevada, Sarah M. of Colo, Lillian M. of Colo, Claira M. of Colo, Ben M. of Ames, Lucas H. of Cambridge, Dillon H. of Madrid, Zachary C. of Ames, 4-H Youth Coordinator Katelyn Blake and Erik Soenksen of Ames. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Story County 4-H gives awards to members, volunteers Story County 4-H’ers and volunteers were recognized for their accomplishments during the 2015 Story County 4-H Awards Program on Nov. 19, at the Community Building in Nevada. Emcees were Lindsey Donnelly and Ashley Kahler. More than 500 awards were given out to active 4-H members and volunteers. This celebration was a great way to congratulate 4-H’ers on their project accomplishments and achievements this past year and to thank volunteers for sharing their
knowledge and guidance with 4-H’ers. Volunteers are recognized for Hall of Fame, or milestone years of service to the 4-H club program. Members are recognized for taking on extra leadership within their club, being apart of a state or national team, or by applying for awards and completing project records. Clover Kids, were recognized as they graduate from Clover Kids in third grade and advance their experience through 4-H. 4-H’ers in grades four through 12 were recognized for
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completing their first year in 4-H, completing officer roles and overall club achievement awards as determined by the club leaders. They also had the opportunity to receive participation awards by completing requirements, which included attending a county event and participating in a communication experience. 4-H’ers submitted applications for project awards and the top county 4-H award applicants completed an interview with two evaluators. Many individuals and
organizations donated to the 4-H awards program as a way to congratulate the 4-H’ers and volunteers for their accomplishments. They do this by financially sponsoring awards or providing gift certificates that support a 4-H member in a specific project area. The 2017 supporters include JoAnn and Lee Blanchard, Cooks Emporium, Nevada Golden Kiwanis, ISU Extension & Outreach, New Century Farm Service, Carolyn and Ralph Manning, Reiman Garden, Shirley Sim Family,
Story County Cattleman Association, Story County Pork Producers, Theisens Home Farm Auto, Lasered LLC., Nevada Hardware, County 4-H Youth Council and James Riggins. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential through youthadult partnerships and research-based experiences. Youth become confident as they develop skills in leadership, citizenship, communication, and other life skills through their 4-H experiences. To learn more about the 4-H program, please
contact the Story County ISU Extension and Outreach Office, 220 H Ave., in Nevada. You can also call at (515) 382-6551, email 4-H Coordinator Katelyn Bateman at kbateman@ iastate.edu, or view www.extension.iastate. edu/story. Iowa State University Extension and Outreach programs are available to all without regard to race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran.
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Keith Pietig in front, DowAgroScience research facility manager, points out an area intended for a windbreak tree planting, while Hillary Olson, right front, of USDA NRCS helps students understand the importance of soil types with relation to tree growth quality. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada students collaborate with Dow AgroScience, NRCS Kevin Cooper’s 27 agriculture education students in natural resources class traveled to the Dow AgroScience research facility northwest to study trees for a windbreak. Keith Pietig communicated to Cooper of the need and how the students and Nevada FFA could learn from the needed windbreak. Hillary Olson, local NRCS (Natural Resource Conservation Service) joined the meeting held at the Dow AgroScience facility for expertise advice. Pietig introduced the need for a windbreak due to snow drifts creating difficulties in the winter. “The snow drifts up against the building so bad, we can’t hardly open the door,” Pietig said. Olson went over existing soil types and cost-sharing program for tree planting. Olson also demonstrated the on-line resources for identifying soil types. Everyone then went out to the windbreak site and appraised landscape, drainage areas, and other details germane to the endeavor.
Nevada High School natural resource students in Dow AgroScience conference room learning about the facility layout from Keith Pietig, facility manager. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Nevada High School students Meredith and Amanda Harter stand by garden mum cultivars Golden Cheryl, Spellbound and Jolly Cheryl
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Nevada students’ knowledge grows in greenhouse lab
Nevada High School students, from left, Emma Walden, Ellie Moser and Jacob Stufflebeam, hold Prestige Red poinsettias in eight-inch pots with good bract coloring CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada High School horticulture students hold trays of rooted poinsettias on Aug. 26 ready to be repotted. From left, Jack Higgins, Matt Chitty and Luke Merfeld. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada High School agriculture education students have learned several important plant production practices, including challenges. Mums that were planted from rooted cuttings in mid-June did not set flowers for the early September market. “We were somewhat chagrin that we missed the early market, and I put the challenge to the students to solve what happened,” said Kevin Cooper, agriculture education instructor. It was concluded that photoperiodism disruption was most likely the delaying factor. Mums are a shortday plant, or more importantly, the length of darkness. Security lights
around the ag mechanics lab and at both ends of the greenhouse were casting too much light. Students used light meters to measure the foot-candles at night. Several students suggested putting the mums under grow benches and covering the tops of the benches with tarps and sheets. Soon the buds developed and then flowers, beautiful blossoms that attracted numerous buyers in mid-October. “We were fortunate that many consumers wanted later season full blooming mums, and most bought pumpkins also,” Cooper said. Industry experts also suggested planting the rooted cuttings in late
May or early June. Poinsettias were another greenhouse crop that has challenged the students. On Aug. 25, small rooted poinsettia cuttings arrived in strips, but instead of a potting mix media, the tiny plants were in oasis cubes. Oasis is a styrofoam like material that florist also use for arrangement bases. A few of the cuttings dried out and were not viable for placement in the eightinch pots. The poinsettias were potted, and have been challenging at times to maintain turgidity, even with what appears to be adequate watering with a breaker wand. Nevada FFA should have the poinsettias ready to market by Dec. 8.
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Nevada agriculture education students and FFA members develop speaking and presentation skills at school board meetings. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA presents to school board In spite of most everything being on-line, and “on the cloud,” Nevada High School agriculture education students and FFA members are developing communication skills by making presentations to the school board. “There is tremendous value in getting experience in presenting to adult groups, especially a group of directors” said Kevin Cooper, Nevada High School agriculture
education instructor and FFA advisor. Nevada students prepared presentations on sweet potato production and harvesting, crop reports, National FFA Convention and the 212 and 360 leadership conferences on Nov. 13. The students created a slide show, gathered data where needed, and made notes of what they would articulate verbally to the school board and audience in
attendance. In addition, official FFA dress was required. “These young people never cease to impress me with their willingness to pursue additional learning opportunities outside of the school day,” Cooper said. Other presentations this past year included a report on the National FFA Washington, D.C., conference, and Iowa State Fair accomplishments.
Nevada FFA chapter president Luke Fevold writes notes on National FFA convention for reporting to the school board. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Nevada FFA members, from left, Keaton Fry, Meredith Harter, Anna Brown and Erica Sporrer, go over notes for their school board presentations. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Above left: Quinn Boylston. Above right: Matthew Hehr, Timothy Weber and Joey Hehr. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Quinn’s Quest cancer benefit hockey game to be on Dec. 22 The seventh-annual Quinn’s Quest Benefit Hockey Game will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday Dec. 22, at the Ames/ ISU Ice Arena. The Ames High School hockey team will play the Mason City Mohawks. The game is played in memory of Quinn Boylston. Quinn, who was a mite in the Ames
Minor Hockey Association, lost his battle with brain cancer in September 2011. Quinn is the younger brother of Orion and Payton, Little Cyclones alumni. This year, the game will be played in memory of Quinn and honor Ames Minor Hockey Association “Miracle Kids,” players who have received treatment and
O.W.L.S.: The Art of Conservation — A Visit with Ding Darling Story County Conservation invites the public to the monthly O.W.L.S.
(Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors) program at the Story County Conservation Center at McFarland Park (56461 180th Street) northeast
support from the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, including University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. These players are Timothy Weber (high school), Matthew Hehr (Bantams) and Joey Hehr (PeeWees). A free-will donation will be collected at the gate. All proceeds will go to ISU Dance Marathon and Dance Marathon at West Point, which support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and help children battling childhood diseases and their families.
of Ames at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 2. This presentation by Tom Milligan brings to life the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist, creator of the “Duck Stamp” program, and founder of the National Wildlife Federation. An optional luncheon follows the program at noon. Lunch is catered for a $7.50 fee, and registration with payment is required by 4 p.m., on Friday, Dec. 29. Registration for lunch is available at www. storycounty conservation.org or by calling (515) 232-2516 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Madison Friest compete at the State FFA Poultry Judging Contest in Ames.
Roland-Story agriculture student of the month, student spotlight Roland-Story agriculture student and FFA member, Madison Friest has been selected the “December Agriculture Student of the Month.” Madison is the daughter of Brad and Jodi Friest of rural Roland. Madison is a senior this year at RolandStory. According to Brad Taylor, agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor, “Madison is an excellent student and a great leader in our classrooms, FFA activities and athletics. She possesses much common sense and is a student that
all of us in our agriculture program and in the school system look-up to and respect.” Madison has participated in many events and activities this past year including: participating in the state fair photography show, competed in leadership contests at the sub-district and district level in farm business management, competed in the state FFA contests at the State Convention in Ames in the Team Poultry Contest. Madison will be applying to receive her Iowa FFA Degree this spring.
Madison is currently serving her FFA chapter as the student advisor. Madison is also an integral part of the Roland-Story Jazz band, is in vocal music, competes in volleyball, basketball, and travel softball, and is a part of National Honor Society. Taylor said, “Madison is an excellent representative of her chapter, school, community, and family. She demonstrates honesty, integrity, appropriate work ethic and dedication at all times. Her actions speak highly of her character.”
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Students portray the 13th Station of the Nativity which begins with Mary, Joseph and Jesus with the prophet Simeon and prophetess Anna, who are then joined by all the other people the holy family has met along the way. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO Village Cooperative of Ames recently awarded $1,080 to Edwards Elementary School in Ames. The check represents half of the donation. The other half will be awarded in 2018. From left, David Grant, Village Co-op member; Michelle Grawe, PTO president; David Peterson, Edwards Elementary School principal; Pamela Sassman, school and family counselor; and Pat Trimbell, Village Co-op member. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Village Cooperative helps Edwards counselor help kids The Village Cooperative of Ames recently awarded $1,080 to the Edwards Elementary School PTO for its Counselor’s Discretionary Fund. This fund allows
purchase of clothing, school supplies, food and the like, for Edwards School students in need. This Village Cooperative initiative has inspired similar funds to be start-
ed at other Ames schools through their PTOs. Village Cooperative of Ames is an Independent Living community for people 55 and over, located in southwest Ames.
December Gathering of Artists at Octagon The Octagon Center for the Arts will host the Ames Community Arts Council’s Monthly Gathering of Artists from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19, at 427 Douglas Ave., Ames. The gatherings, held on the third Tuesday of each month at various locations, showcase local artists from around the Ames area. Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to meet other artists, get feedback, get inspired, and have fun. The events are free and open to all. During the Gathering visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the exhibits currently on display at the Octagon. The Community Gallery features “Running with Scissors,” the works of Ames Community Arts Council member Steve Hosch. This exhibit of collage art, according to the artist, is the result of a couple of years of “…arranging, shifting, cutting, turning, rearranging all the while trying to ignore my conscience (he’s a jerk) gluing, layering, tearing, sanding, slinging paint, adding transfers, and so on. Eventually, I step back and either smile or curse.”
The work of Iowaraised artists Anda Tanaka and Jeremy Rudd is found in the Sweeny Gallery. The artists are showing a compilation of painting, printmaking, mixed media, furniture and sculptural work, including an interactive piece. Refreshments will be provided. The spring schedule for the Gathering of Artists has been set. Upcoming Gatherings include: Jan. 16 — Sara Merritt, 1812 Ferndale Ave., Ames. Feb. 20 — Design on Main, 203 Main St., Ames. March 20 — Creative Artists Studio of Ames (CASA), 130 S. Sheldon Ave., No. 107, Ames. The monthly Gath-
ering of Artists is hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts (COTA). If you would like more information about participating in or hosting a gathering, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by emailing info@amesart.org, visiting the website at www.amesart.org, or calling (515) 2336110.
Stations of the Nativity to be held Dec. 20 St. Cecilia School’s fi fth grade class will present the Stations of the Nativity at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20, in the sanctuary at St. Cecilia Church in Ames. The Stations of the Nativity are an Advent refl ection similar to the Stations of the Cross used during Lent.
There are 14 Stations of the Nativity, which begin with the Annunciation and end with the arrival of the wise men from the East. “While the actors portray the scenes, we have readers who explain what is happening and give thoughts to meditate on,” said fifth-grade
teacher Kyle Lewin. “We put on the Stations of the Nativity to help people, young and old, reflect on the key elements of the birth of our Savior.” All are invited to attend this familyfriendly hour of refl ection on the true meaning of Christmas.
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through the Continuing Education program at ce.dmacc.edu/ training. A new advanced conversations: world affairs class will start on Monday, Jan. 8. For more information, contact Anneke at (515) 290-4775 or amundel@dmacc.edu.
meet other artists, get feedback, get inspired, and have fun. The events are free and open to all. During the gathering, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the exhibits currently on display at the Octagon.
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GATHERING OF ARTISTS: The December Gathering of Artists will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19, at Octagon Center for the Arts, 427 Douglas Ave. The gatherings, held on the third Tuesday of each month at various locations, showcase local artists from around the Ames area. Artists and enthusiasts of all types are invited to
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Give the gift of life this holiday season through LifeServe Blood Center. The blood drive will be from 3:3 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20, at Slater United Methodist Church, 401 Story St., Slater. Donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh at least 120 pounds and be in general good health.
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