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“CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMASâ€? LIVE “A Charlie Brown Christmasâ€? will be performed live at 3:30 p.m. at Stephens Auditorium. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster or can be bought at the Stephens Auditorium ticket ofďŹ ce across from Fisher Theater.

DECEMBER 23

OCTAGON GALLERY SHOP The Octagon Gallery Shop will be open from 1 to 5 p.m., the last Sunday the shop will be open on Sundays. Come take a walk through the show.

DECEMBER 24

MUCKY DUCK QUIZ NIGHT Mucky Duck Pub will hold its quiz night at 8 p.m. Get to the pub early to get good seats. Quiz master Tom will challenge and entertain guests through the night. Prizes will be given to the winning team, team with the best name and other categories.

DECEMBER 24

CITY OFFICE CLOSINGS Ames City Hall, 515 Clark Ave., and most city of Ames ofďŹ ces will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Monday Dec. 24, and Tuesday Dec. 25. For more information about speciďŹ c ofďŹ ce closings, go to the city of Ames website.

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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 by Fresh Thyme from noon to 3 p.m. at SE Fifth St. for great quality seafood 215 great prices. at

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The Story County Extension Council and staff, at the Story County Fair on July 22, celebrated the centennial celebration since ďŹ rst 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

Junior American Legion Auxiliary members from the 6th District met at the Marshalltown Veterans Home on Sunday, Dec. 2, to carol for the residents and hand out homemade gifts. Pictured are Adi Shill and Kyla Garcia, of Nevada, and Mason and Emma Schnurstein, of Story City.

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INDOOR FARMERS MARKET

DECEMBER 23

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 can eat sweet you 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

Junior American Legion Auxiliary meet at Marshlltown Veterans Home

DECEMBER 21

DG’s Tap House will host an ugly sweater party from 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Four artists will be performing for the party, including SNAG. Tickets can be bought in advanced through Midwestix or at the door for $5.

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Come to downtown Ames from 5 to 7 p.m. for the ďŹ nal Snow Magic Mingle on Main event. Stroll through Main Street and enjoy special sales, treats, drinks and contests.

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Come out to the Story City Carousel 102 City Park in Fair at Story for the whole family. City for a fun event There will be carnival style games and much more from 4 to 8 p.m.

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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

DMACC HISET REGISTRATION:

DECEMBER 20

Ames Public Library will host a Community Game Day at 2 p.m. Come to the auditorium of the library for an all-ages event.

There will be a wide variety of games but attendees are allowed to bring their own games as well.

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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.

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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.

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Enjoy a tour around the Ames Lincoln Center Hy-Vee store as dietitian Katie discusses how to eat well during the holidays. Taste foods that help manage blood sugar, reduce stress and keep you energized through the holiday season.

Earn a 20-cent fuel saver. Click “Going� to reserve a spot. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Program will begin at noon.

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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

DECEMBER 19

The North Grand Indoor Farmers Market will be open every day through Christmas Eve during mall hours. You will ďŹ nd the market in a store in its new location at the south end of the mall near TJ Maxx. Items available include baked goods, wine, honey, popcorn, jams and jellies, Amish baskets and rugs, Pappardelle’s pasta, homemade candy, handmade soaps and lotions, textiles, and so much more. EBT, Visa, and Mastercard welcome. For additional information call (515) 232-7930.

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Nevada FFA’s Courtney Davis receives American FFA degree Courtney Davis, of Nevada FFA, was awarded the American FFA Degree at the 91st National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis.

The American FFA Degree is the highest honor bestowed upon any regular member of the National FFA Organization with less than 1 percent of FFA members receiving the award.

Davis maintained a diversiďŹ ed Supervised Ag Experience Program that included four State Fair tractor restorations, working on her family’s corn and soybean farm, working part-time at Van Wall Equipment, Syngenta and the Iowa State Agricultural Entrepreneurship Initiative.

Davis also completed an agronomy sales internship in the summer of 2017 with KEY Cooperative followed by a marketing communications internship with Ag Leader Technology this past summer.

Davis is a senior at Iowa State University majoring in agricultural studies with minors in both entrepreneurial studies and agronomy.

Courtney is the daughter of Troy and Deena Davis, of rural State Center.

Her agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor is Kevin Cooper of Nevada High School.

Courtney Davis, of Nevada FFA, was awarded the American FFA Degree at the 91st National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

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MATURE LIVING

Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave. • (515) 233-2906 Lunch Menus Wednesday, Dec. 19: Sliced holiday ham, baked sweet potatoes, green beans almondine, red Jell-O, apple pie.

Thursday, Dec. 20: Shepherd’s pie, California blend, carrots and celery sticks,

pineapple tidbits.

Friday, Dec. 21: Pork tips with chutney, country sweet potatoes, mix vegetable blend, mandarin oranges, peanut butter cookie.

Monday, Dec. 24: Heartland Senior Services closed for

Christmas holiday.

Tuesday, Dec. 25: Heartland Senior Services closed for Christmas holiday.

Wednesday, Dec. 26: Beef pot roast, baked sweet potatoes, cauliflower, carrot sticks, raisins.

Thursday, Dec. 27:

Seasoned tilapia (alternate: herb chicken), wild rice, Cape Cod vegetables, garden lettuce salad, applesauce.

Friday, Dec. 28: Goulash, green beans, sliced carrots, mandarin oranges.

Monday, Dec. 31:

Cafe meatloaf, baked potato, peas, yogurt cup, pear fruit cup.

Tuesday, Jan. 1: Heartland Senior Services closed for the new year holiday.

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, Dec. 19 9 a.m., Video exercise 11:30 a.m., Holiday meal 1 p.m., Movie — “Elf” 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Dec. 20

8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Dec. 21 9 a.m., Video exercise

12:30 p.m., Cards 7 p.m., Country Jam Sunday, Dec. 23 12:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Dec. 24 HSS closed for Christmas holiday Tuesday, Dec. 25

HSS closed for Christmas holiday Wednesday, Dec. 26 9 a.m., Video exercise 1 p.m., Coloring workshop Thursday, Dec. 27 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi

9:30 a.m. to noon, Health care 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Friday, Dec. 28 9 a.m., Video exercise 12:30 p.m., Afternoon cards

Sunday, Dec. 30 12:30 p.m., Duplicate bridge Monday, Dec. 31 Heartland Senior Services closed for New Year’s Eve holiday

Central Iowa RSVP Mary Greeley Medical Center Front Information Desk – Substitutes Needed The fi rst person most people see at Mary Greeley Medical Center is the front desk volunteer.

This position requires volunteers to multi-task while maintaining very good customer service.

Volunteers pass on patients to the registration process, direct visitors to patient rooms, and answer a multitude of questions. Main contact is with patients and visitors. This desk is typically the busiest of all, with heavier traffi c on the weekdays before 3 p.m. Good knowledge of the medical center would be benefi cial. We have a great need for substitutes to fi ll-in when our regular volunteers take time off.

Substitutes needed for all shifts, including 8 a.m. to noon, noon to 3 p.m., 3 to 6 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. This shift is ongoing and requires a minimum six-month commitment. Computer skills (Microsoft Outlook and database) are preferred, telephone etiquette, customer service.

To get involved, contact Arti at (515) 292-8890.

ACCESS Administrative Volunteer Volunteer your time to help the Assault Care Center Extending Shelter and Support (ACCESS) with beneficial clerical and administrative support. Duties to include compiling and entering data, answering phones, researching topics, fi ling and copying and preparing mailings.

Your time will make a difference.

To get involved, contact Arti at (515) 292-8890.

Salvation Army food pantry Lend a hand at the food

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pantry in Ames. Volunteers are needed to help with restocking, shelving, reading scales and more. Pick any day from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday throubh Thursday.

Please give a call to Arti at (515) 292-8890.

RSVP Volunteer Driver Transportation Program Nevada Drivers: 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 or two more Nevada drivers are needed to help riders in that area.

Please call Lori at (515) 2928890 for more information.

Food at First Join a great group of individuals that helps serve daily meals. FAF’s central focus is to help those who are not able to meet their basic need of food.

The meal site is located at First Christian Church in downtown Ames. Food at First has several shifts throughout the month for volunteers. RSVP assists with two shifts each month. Eight volunteers are needed to help from 3:30 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 14, to prepare the day’s meal. Eight volunteers are also needed from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 25, to assist with packaging donations and manning the donation stations at the Free Market food pantry.

Volunteers able to assist with this shift should call Arti at (515) 292-8890.

Kevin Stiles, CEO and executive director of the Iowa Poultry Association, recently spoke to the Town and Country Club. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Stiles discusses eggs with Town and Country Kiwanis Kevin Stiles, CEO and executive director of the Iowa Poultry Association, described a basic human food, the chicken egg produced, processed and eaten

in Iowa to the members and quests of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club.

Iowa ranks No. 1 in the country in egg production and egg

processing. Iowa egg farmers produce safe, high-quality, nutritious and affordable food products for human consumption in Iowa and across the nation.

Town and Country Kiwanis Club rings bells for Salvation Army’s Red Kettle campaign

For more information about RSVP, please visit the website — www.rsvpvolunteer.org, like our Facebook page — Central Iowa RSVP, or call (515) 292-8890 to set up a time to meet with us.

Members of the Town and Country Kiwanis Club ring bells for The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign in front of the Fareway store on Burnett Avenue in Ames. Donations are used by the Salvation Army to assist persons of need in Story County. The tradition of the campaign was started in San Francisco in 1891. The campaign will run through Dec. 24. From left, Randy Griffith, Stephanie Clark, Paul Brackelsberg and Jack Winkler.

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Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional, personal growth

Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of current and retired women educators and excellence in education. From left, mentor Janice Reutter, Carolyn Bolinger, Ananda Muhammad and mentor Donna Niday attend a member induction ceremony in November. If you are interested in finding out more about the local chapter, please call (515) 290-6364. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Woodruff Construction safety specialist earns new worksafe certification

Steve McGill, president of State Bank & Trust Co. in Nevada and Eastern Story County, presented a check for $2,000 to Sunni Swarbrick, executive director of Story County Community Foundation (SCCF). CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

State Bank & Trust Co. donates $2,000 to SCCF Steve McGill, president of State Bank & Trust Co. in Nevada and Eastern Story County, presented a check for $2,000 to Sunni Swarbrick, executive director of Story County Community Foundation (SCCF).

The donation is the second gift to assist

the foundation with the transition to a fulltime executive director, Swarbrick joined Story County Community Foundation in 2017.

“We are grateful for State Bank & Trust’s commitment to make a financial contribution to the Story County Commu-

nity Foundation. With their support, we have been able to expand our staff’s capacity to connect with our communities throughout Story County, and provide additional resources/support to our donors and community of nonprofit partners,” Swarbrick said.

Jim Wolter, safety specialist at Woodruff Construction LLC became WORKSAFE certifi ed on Nov. 15.

WORKSAFE certified is a newly developed safety training and awareness program that will enhance the knowledge base of jobsite supervisory personnel.

To become WORKSAFE certified, individuals would need to satisfactorily complete a two-day training curriculum that is primarily focused on hazard awareness and mitiga-

JIm Wolter. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

tion. Some of the topics covered include, but are not limited to, pre-planning; excavations and trenching; demo and abatement;

roofi ng and high elevation work; electrical hazards; as well as corrective actions; OSHA Inspection Protocols and Hierarchy of Controls.

Though this program is not meant to replace a 30-hour OSHA class, it does provide a higher degree of focus on construction-specific safety education and training. The WORKSAFE certified is also an important component of the new WORKSAFE tiered program.

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Koby Hassebrock sets up his latest wiring scheme of using 3-way light switches.

Koby Hassebrock with the completed 3-way light switch.

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Roland-Story student excels in ag mechanics classes Roland-Story High School student Koby Hassebrock has ex-

celled in his recent unit of study in agriculture mechanics.

Koby is the son of Duane and Shelli Hassebrock, of Story City, and is a senior this year at RolandStory.

In the agriculture mechanics class, the students have spent

the past five weeks learning about electrical wiring, and according to instructor Brad Taylor, “Koby has excelled in all phases of the wiring unit.”

This year, Koby is

taking American government, independent art study, physics, communication principles, welding and ag mechanics.

According to Koby, “All of the classes I am now taking are helping me to figure out what I like and what I am good at and this is helping

me to find a future career choice.”

Koby’s future plans are to attend DMACC for two years and then to transfer to Iowa State University and major in construction management.

He is currently involved in wrestling and has participated in football.

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Gilbert FFA tractor safety

The Gilbert FFA chapter discussed tractor safety within its agriculture classes. Students learned how to operate a utility tractor using important safety skills. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Gilbert FFA landscaping

At the research station, they were able to see a farming set up and observe the process it takes to prepare fruits and vegetables to be sold. Gilbert would like to thank those at the Horticulture Research Station for providing this experience for our students. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

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DECEMBER 25

CITY OFFICE CLOSINGS Ames City Hall, 515 Clark Ave., and most city of Ames offices will be closed for the Christmas holiday. For more information about specific offi ce closings, go to the city of Ames website.

DECEMBER 26

A Holiday Escape Room will be from 2 to 4 p.m. at Ames Public Library. A team will work together to team up and work cooperatively to solve Christmas-themed puzzles to fi nd the goodies that the elves stole from Santa.

Teams can sign up 15 minutes before starting time.

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Dianne Swenson, Adi Shill, Emma Schnurstein, MaryJo McLaughlin, Mason Schnurstein, Linda Griffith, Kyla Garcia, and Angie Schnurstein. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Kyla Garcia, Emma Schnurstein, Adi Shill, and Mason Schnurstein, Junior Auxiliary members from the Nevada and Story City units hold up crafts that they made to donate to veterans for the holidays. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

American Legion Auxiliary Sixth District Junior Event Sixth District junior and senior auxiliary members from Story City and Nevada met at the Nevada Legion

building on Sunday, Nov. 2.

They traced their hands to make a large paper flag, made

mini patriotic fabric wreaths, and recorded a short video to share with the Auxiliary units, Legion posts,

and communities that they live in.

They also labeled more books and puzzles to be donated

to the Veteran’s Home in Marshalltown, the Veterans Hospital in Des Moines, and other care centers.

These items can be donated to any Legion building or auxiliary member.

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Steve and Jim Owen donated harvested and hauled Nevada FFA soybeans on the Flummerfelt field. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Nevada FFA members who volunteered to help with chapter test plot harvest were, from left, Matt Spaid, Brady Moser, Paula Sonnabend of RobSeedCo, and Tyler Hansen. Not pictured: Connor Hines, Mike Wright, and Nevada FFA advisor Kevin Cooper. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Nevada FFA member Jay Calentine combining corn at chapter test plot with chapter owned John Deere diesel combine. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Nevada FFA harvests 33 acres of crops Nevada FFA members and volunteers harvested 33 acres of Nevada FFA corn and soybeans.

Students harvested part of the corn with the chapterowned John Deere diesel combine.

The combine required several repairs after getting into the field including a front engine drive belt idler pulley, cab heater hoses and a main hydraulic line under the cab.

By making their own repairs, the students calculated they saved more

than $700 in labor cost.

Collins Brothers donated harvesting and hauling of more than 2,000 bushels of corn.

Steve and Jim Owen harvested the FFA Flummerfelt soybean field on Oct. 23 and 24.

Mike Wright donated the use of a semi for hauling corn off the FFA DOT fields.

Paula Sonnabend, of RobSeedCo, brought a weigh wagon and measured more than 20 corn hybrid varieties on Friday, Nov. 8.

Students learned how important crop insurance is for risk management as there was yield loss on the soybean field.

In addition, all documented bushels were submitted to the Farm Service Agency to receive Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payment of $1.68 per bushel of soybeans, and $.01 per bushel of corn.

This offered students another insight into the discussion of trade issues and impact on commodity markets.

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The Town and Country Kiwanis Club Wreath Auction

The Town and Country Kiwanis Club celebrated the coming Christmas season with its 21st Wreath Auction. This yearly event netted $3,200 for the club’s Foundation. The funds will be used to assist the club with its public service projects. From left, Paul Brackelsberg, wreath construction; Leo Timms, auctioneer; Stephanie Clark, Gerri Bugg, Jack Winkler and Don Erickson; wreath decorating artists.CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Leo Timms, Town and Country Kiwanis Club member and auctioneer, provided direction, resolve and levity as he secured bids from interested club members at the wreath auction. Total bids for the 22 wreaths were $3,200 to benefit the club’s foundation.

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VOLUNTEER CENTER OF STORY COUNTY BOARD MEMBER

ACCESS ACCESS Assault Care Center is looking for a few exceptional people to serve on its Board of Directors.

We are hopeful you are interested in being one of them. We are looking for leaders with the abilities and commitment to enhance the stature of ACCESS, and who can bring skills, expertise, financial and other resources to ACCESS to further its mission.

Look on the Volunteer Center website or contact ACCESS for more information.

exchange furnace fi lters. All supplies and training are provided by the Story County Coalition for Energy Efficiency. Volunteers must have access to transportation to the Volunteer Center and then to the participating homes assigned to their team. The schedule for completing the project at participating homes will be confirmed by the VCSC based on volunteer and homeowner availability.

HOSPICE MEAL DELIVERY

MARY GREELEY WINTER WEATHERMEDICAL IZATION BLITZ VOLUNTEER CENTER Volunteers for hospice CENTER meal delivery help by delivering meals OF STORY for patients to Israel Family Hospice House, COUNTY Volunteers are needed to help area homeowners winterize their homes to help save on heating and electrical bills this winter. Volunteers work in small teams to install plastic sheets over windows (on the inside), add weather stripping around doors, insulate outlets and switches on exterior walls and

using their own vehicle. Volunteers stop at Mary Greeley Medical Center at approximately 10 a.m. to pick up the meals in carriers and deliver the meals to the hospice house. This assignment should take no longer than 30 minutes.

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING VOLUNTEERS

RAISING READERS IN STORY COUNTY Supported by Ames High grad and current Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes, and partnering with the Ames Public Library, the 2018-19 Reading Academy is expanding to a third location. Running October through April, HBRA: After School Tutoring will take place Mondays after school at Central Elementary School in Nevada, Tuesday afternoons at the Boys and Girls Club of Story County in Ames and Wednesdays after school at Ames Public Library in Ames to provide free tutoring to children in kindergarten through third grade. Students

work one-on-one with trained volunteer tutors to supplement their in-school reading activities and focus on at-risk readers specifically. If you are interested in volunteering for this program, please apply by clicking on the link below.

Contact Lisa Reeves at literacy@raising-readers-org or call (515) 520-8686 for more information. Volunteers volunteer for an hour each week. Program does not occur during Iowa State University holidays and breaks.

HOSPICE VOLUNTEER

SUNCREST HOME HEALTH AND HOSPICE An integral piece of our interdisciplinary team, volunteers provide patient care

and support services according to his/her experience and training and in compliance with organization policies. Volunteer areas may include companionship, respite, homemaking duties, running errands, veteran-to-veteran programming, music, community outreach, etc. Share your talents with our patients.

Our volunteers report consistently they find their experiences very gratifying.

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MARY GREELEY MEDICAL CENTER This volunteer is the first person to greet many patients and visitors to the medical center and requires very good customer service. Volunteers direct visitors to patient

rooms and other areas of the medical center, and answer a multitude of questions.

Main contact is with patients and visitors.

This is a weekly shift from 1:30 to 5 p.m. on Mondays. You can start volunteering after an interview and other requirements have been completed. This shift is ongoing and requires a minimum sixmonth commitment.

Skills: Computer skills (Microsoft Outlook) are preferred, telephone etiquette, customer service.

KHOI ENGINEERS

KHOI KHOI is seeking volunteers to assist engineering at the station.

Please contact KHOI via email at khoiradio@gmail.com or at (515) 292-2878.

For more volunteer opportunities, visit www.amestrib.com.

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From left, Ben Melody, Erik Soenksen and Travis Goff. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Jessica Balik rings bells with her Clover Kids: Brock, Savanna and Sienna. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Clockwise from back left, Celeste, Julia and Glory Bents. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

From left, Ben Farwell, Vanasia Ellis and Cecelia Schwager. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

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Amelia and her dad, Jason, Schaufenbuel. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Renee, left, and Sidney Hansen.

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Vivian and her mom, Ginger, Nally.

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Happy-Go-Luckies 4-H Club’s service project supports Story County’s needs The Franklin Happy-Go-Luckies 4-H Club rang bells for the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign in December.

The club was stationed at the north Fareway Store and different families rang for one-hour shifts.

Money raised by the Salvation Army during the Red Kettle Campaign is used throughout

the entire year for those in need in our county.

The Salvation Army depends on volunteers to ring the bells for donations.

The club has done this as its December service project for several years and members and their families have a good time interacting with the people that come and go to the

store (in spite of the cold weather!).

From left, Melinda and Lauralee Thach, with Kolton, Tricia, Aydin and Gabe Roberts.

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