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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 d Unity The i judge t rvice i
AUGUST 3
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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.
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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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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
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
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Ames Children’s Choirs perform holiday carols at three senior residences
DECEMBER 26
HOLIDAY ESCAPE ROOM The Ames Public Library will host a Holiday Escape Room from 2 to 4 p.m. A team will work together to team up and work cooperatively to solve Christmas-themed puzzles to find the goodies the elves stole from Santa. Teams can sign up 15 minutes before starting time.
DECEMBER 26
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., Ames, will offer Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12, and $18. Proceeds go to support American Legion-sponsored community programs in the Ames area.
DECEMBER 27
CATERPILLAR CLUB Come to Reiman Gardens at 10 a.m. for Caterpillar Club. The early childhood development program will feature stories and creative activities around a nature-based theme. Materials are intended for children ages two to seven years old. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Free admission with no pre-registration required.
DECEMBER 28
JACK SWAGGER AT DG’S Jack Swagger with Count Spookula and Bleujack will be performing at DG’s Tap House starting at 10 p.m. Doors open at 9 p.m. Tickets will be $5 and are available at the door or through Midwestix.
DECEMBER 29
MACARONS & MIMOSAS Cooks’ Emporium will host a demo class at 10 a.m. for macarons and Mimosas with Jennifer. The class costs $10.
DECEMBER 29 MISSISSIPPI JAKE
DG’s Tap House welcomes back an Evening with Mississippi Jake, a folk/ americana musician. He will perform at 10 p.m.; doors will open at 9 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door or online at midwestix for $5.
DECEMBER 30
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., Ames, will offer Bingo at 6 p.m. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12, and $18. Proceeds go to support American Legion-sponsored community programs in the Ames area.
DECEMBER 30
KARAOKE + NFL FOOTBALL NIGHT Party Town Lounge will host a Sunday Night Karaoke, NFL Football and Music Video night. There will be drink specials and Jack’s pizza specials. Bar opens at 3 p.m. and karaoke will be from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
DECEMBER 31
UGLY SWEATER PARTY Torrent Brewing Company will host an Ugly Sweater New Years party at 6 p.m. If you wear an ugly sweater, you will get $1 off of your pints all night. There will be drinks, snack and games for family and friends. The party will last until 12:30 a.m. to watch the ball drop at midnight. For more events, see page 7
The Ames Children’s Choirs performed holiday carols at three senior residences – The Waterford at Ames, Windsor Oaks, and Keystone Apartments, on Monday, Dec. 10.CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
First National Bank of Ames completes its $20,000 donation to Ames Miracle Playground and Field project A corporate donation was recently made to the Ames Foundation from First National Bank of Ames for the Ames Miracle Playground and Field project, completing its generous $20,000 contribution to the project. The Ames Foundation is assisting as the fiscal agent for the project. The project is dual purposed; to create an All-inclusive Playground, with 100 percent accessibility featuring a rubberized surface, catering to those with physical, cognitive and sensor y disabilities. In addition, the field will feature options for competitive and noncompetitive athletic events for children and adults with disabilities and their families. The Ames Foundation acts as a catalyst for public projects that enhance the quality of life in Ames, connecting generosity with opportunity. For more information regarding the Ames Foundation or to make a donation, please visit www. amesfoundation.org or call (515) 2335904.
Ames Market President Scott Bauer and Ames Foundation Board member Sheila Lundt hold a corporate donation of $10,000 from First National Bank of Ames to the Ames Foundation to complete its generous $20,000 donation to the Ames Miracle Playground and Field project. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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Heartland Senior Services • 205 S. Walnut Ave. • (515) 233-2906 Lunch Menus 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. Tuesday, Jan. 1: Heartland Senior Services closed for New Year’s Day.
Wednesday, Jan. 2: Key West Roast Cod, (Alt: Grilled Chicken), Long Grain Rice, Broccoli Cuts, Fresh Orange, Chocolate Chip Cookie. Thursday, Jan. 3: Sliced Ham, Cut Sweet Potatoes, Corn, Garden Lettuce Salad, Pineapple Fruit Cup. Friday, Jan. 4: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Green Beans, Garden Lettuce Salad, sugar-free Choc Pudding, Breadstick. Monday, Jan. 7: Beef Pot Roast, Baked Sweet Potato, Snap Peas, Peaches, Pound Cake. Tuesday, Jan. 8: Baked Tilapia, (alternate Seasoned Chicken Breast), Baked Potato, Corn, Mandarin Oranges, Chocolate
Pudding. Wednesday, Jan. 9: Pork Tips with Chutney, Whipped Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts Garden Lettuce Salad, Pineapple Tidbits, Birthday Treat. Thursday, Jan. 10: Macaroni and Cheese, Sliced Carrots, Green Beans, Tropical Fruit Cup. Friday, Jan. 11: Sloppy Joe on Bun, Cut Sweet Potatoes, Bermuda Vegetable Medley, Mandarin Oranges, Peanut Butter Cookie. Monday, Jan. 14: Sweet and Sour Chicken, Long Grain Rice, Broccoli Cuts, Mixed Fruit Cup. Tuesday, Jan. 15: Goulash, Peas, Garden Lettuce Salad with Tomato, Applesauce.
Wednesday, Jan. 16: Barbecue Pork on Bun, Diced Potatoes, Sliced Carrots, Garden Lettuce Salad, Mandarin Oranges. Thursday, Jan. 17: Salisbury Steak withgravy, Whipped Potatoes, California Blend, Pear Fruit Cup, Raisins. Friday, Jan. 18: Key West Roast Cod (Alt: Chicken Breast), Whipped Potatoes, Stewed Tomatoes, Coleslaw, Chocolate Chip Cookie. Monday, Jan. 21: Baked Tilapia with Glaze (alternate: Seasoned Chicken Breast), Whipped Potatoes, California Blend, Carrot Sticks/Pears. Tuesday, Jan. 22: Beef Pot Roast, Diced Potatoes, Brussels
Sprouts, Garden Vegetable Salad, Peanut Butter Cookie. Wednesday, Jan. 23: Chicken with Dijon Sauce, Whipped Potatoes, Lima Beans, Garden Lettuce Salad, Mandarin Oranges. Thursday, Jan. 24: Hamburger on Bun, Tomato, Lettuce, Onion, Cheesy Potato Casserole, Mixed Vegetable Blend, Mixed Fruit Cup. Friday, Jan. 25: Chicken & Noodles, Broccoli Cuts, Garden Lettuce Salad, Cut Banana, Tapioca Pudding. Monday, Jan. 28: Roast Beef, Whipped Potatoes with gravy, Sliced Carrots, Applesauce, Fresh Orange. Tuesday, Jan. 29: Sweet and Sour Chick-
Calendar of Events 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 Tuesday, Jan. 1 Heartland Senior Services closed for New Year’s Day holiday Wednesday, Jan. 2
9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Movie — “Casablanca” Thursday, Jan. 3 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 Friday, Jan. 4 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday Afternoon Cards 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Saturday, Jan. 5 5:30 p.m., Cribbage Sunday, Jan. 6 12:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Monday, Jan. 7 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior Band practice Tuesday, Jan. 8 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Ca-
nasta 6 p.m., Monthly Dance at Moose Lodge Wednesday, Jan. 9 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Rummikub 1 p.m., Coloring Workshop Thursday, Jan. 10 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:30 a.m. to noon, Health Care 11:45 a.m., Lunch and Learn 1 p.m., Bingo 6:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Friday, Jan. 11 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday Afternoon Cards Sunday, Jan. 13 12:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Monday, Jan. 14 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior
Band practice 1 p.m., Beaded bracelets Tuesday, Jan. 15 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Jan. 16 9 a.m., Video Exercise 1 p.m., Bunco 7 p.m., Jazz Jam Thursday, Jan. 17 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, Jan. 18 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday Afternoon Cards 6:30 p.m., Trivia Night at City Church Sunday, Jan. 20 12:30 p.m., Dupli-
cate Bridge Monday, Jan. 21 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior Band practice Tuesday, Jan. 22 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Jan. 23 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Rummikub 1 p.m., Coloring Workshop Thursday, Jan. 24 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, Jan. 25 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Friday
Afternoon Cards Sunday, Jan. 27 12:30 p.m., Duplicate Bridge Monday, Jan. 28 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m., Senior Band practice Tuesday, Jan. 29 8:15 a.m., Tai Chi II 9 a.m., Tai Chi I 9:45 a.m., Songbirds 12:30 p.m., Canasta Wednesday, Jan. 30 9 a.m., Video Exercise 12:30 p.m,. Movie — “The African Queen” Thursday, Jan. 31 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
Eight volunteers are needed to help from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 24, 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.
The first 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 traffic on the weekdays before 3 p.m. 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. To get involved, contact Arti at (515) 292-8890.
Central Iowa RSVP Food at First Join a great group of individuals who help 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.
Mary Greeley Medical Center Front Information Desk — Substitutes Needed
en, Long Grain Rice Corn, Garden Lettuce Salad, Peaches. Wednesday, Jan. 30: Macaroni and Cheese, Lima Beans, Garden Lettuce Salad, Cut Banana, Birthday Treat. Thursday, Jan. 31: Shepherd’s Pie, California Blend, Carrot and Celery Sticks, Applesauce. 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.
The Salvation Army Food Pantry Lend a hand at the food 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 through Thursday. Please give a call to Arti at (515) 292-8890.
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Ellie Erickson shows the miniature backboard she created and learned new skill sets on pertaining to woodworking.. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Gabe Slifka with his miniature backboard he created and was able to learn skill sets on wood preparation and finishing techniques. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story agriculture education I students build miniature backboards Students in the Roland-Story afternoon agriculture education I class are spending
their last few weeks of the semester learning about basic woodshop practices as they
fabricate miniature basketball backboards and candy dispensing machines as class
projects. The students in the class are learning about preparing and
finishing a wood project using basic power tools such as band saws, sanders, drills
and routers and are also learning about paints, stains and varnishes.
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Dr. Brenda Bright, of Heartland Vet Hospital, with Roland-Story animal science students Jackson Sterle, Jimmy Philipsen and Courtney Wuebker. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story students visit local veterinary clinic
Wyatt Origer, Roland-Story animal science student, observes a slide for signs of intestinal parasitic eggs. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story students from the animal science class visited with Dr. Brenda Bright recently at Heartland Vet Hospital about the topic of “cytology” as they have been studying animal diseases on how to best diagnose them. In the class’s most recent unit of instruction, the students
have focused on diagnosing various symptoms of diseases that commonly impact animals. According to instructor Brad Taylor, “We appreciate the community support such as what Dr. Bright and Heartland Pet Hospital have done for our students. It’s great to
know that we have local resources available to help us in providing students with information. Today’s demonstration has allowed the students to see firsthand how professionals go about doing their jobs and it provided us with a new method of preparing slides for analytical work.”
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The completely assembled Sukup Safe T Home constructed by Nevada FFA volunteers assisted by GoServ Global, with support from VisionBank of Ames.
Nevada FFA members with $250 donation from Vision Bank Ames for volunteering to construct a Sukup Safe T Home for display at the Farm 4Profit Conference. CONTRIBUTED
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Nevada FFA assembles Safe T Home from Sukup Manufacturing Nevada High School agriculture education students and FFA members volunteered on Thursday, Dec. 6 to construct a Sukup Safe T Home for display and promotion at the Vision Bank 4Profit Ag Conference held on Friday, Dec. 7. After the January
Nevada FFA member Samantha Black works off a ladder in construction of a Sukup Safe T Home while Aubrey Gibson prepares to put bolts in assisted by Dennis Anderson of GoServ Global. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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2010 earthquake devastated Haiti, Sukup saw an opportunity to help. Sukup designed the Safe T Home, measuring 18 feet in diameter and made entirely of metal, making it resistant to termites and moisture. Tanner D. Winter-
hof, vice president VisionBank®, invited the Nevada FFA chapter to assemble the home at the Case IH Ag Information Center. The students were assisted by Dennis Anderson of GoServ Global. A generous donation of $250 was pre-
sented by Winterhoff on behalf of VisionBank to the Nevada FFA for their work assembling the Safe T Home. The students found the experience very interesting and considering raising funds to sponsor a Safe T Home abroad.
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Golden K Vice President Keith Folkmann with some of the large amounts of canned and dry goods as well as monetary contributions from those in attendance. All donations will go to Food at First. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO The famous “Ames Santa,” Dave Gruelich, entertained the audience with many stories of his humorous and heart-warming encounters with children in Ames and all over the United States.
Golden K Kiwanis hold holiday party Golden K members, spouses and friends gathered Thursday, Dec. 13, to celebrate the upcoming holidays. Christmas carols
were led by Ames Golden K Singers conductor Joe Traylor, and cookie treats prepared by Golden K member Gina Spohnheimer were
enjoyed by everyone in attendance. The celebration concluded with many in attendance sharing their favorite Christmas memory.
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The famous “Ames Santa,” Dave Gruelich, shared some fascinating background on how Christmas is celebrated all over the world. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS continued from front
JANUARY 1
EXPRESS HOLIDAY TRAIN Reiman Gardens will host its last week for the Express Holiday Train Exhibit. Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the custom-built, garden-scale train. See miniature buildings from Iowa State University’s campus made only using natural materials. The train will be in the building until Jan. 6 CASA trustees, from the left, Barbara Bruene, Ruth Soseman, Mary Anne Begg, Treasurer Lee Anne Willson, Steve Boyd, President Linda Lieberman, Vice President Greg Lamont, Second Vice President Caroline Freese, Michelle Mullen and David Gradwohl. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Creative Artists Studios of Ames Board of Trustees plans 2018-19 activities Members of the 2018-19 Board of Trustees of the Creative Artists Studios of Ames (CASA) met
in early September to plan this year’s activities, including classes for high school students, their studio
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tour in October, winter open house and holiday sale in December and spring open house in April. CASA
JANUARY 2 NATURAL LIVING HEALTH FAIR
Fresh Thyme will host a natural living health fair at
4 p.m. The event is focused around a healthier new year. There will be vendors, local businesses and organizations in the store to give information, education and helpful tools.
JANUARY 2
AMERICAN LEGION BINGO American Legion Post 37, 225 Main St., Ames, will offer Bingo at 6:30 p.m. Event is open to the public. Play sheets of three, six or nine squares are available for $6, $12, and $18. Proceeds go to support American Legion-sponsored community programs in the Ames area.
has provided space for artists to work, to learn and to share their expertise with the public since 2001.
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Jakob Lester and Ben Chelsvig investigate the fetal pig’s gall bladder.
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Amanda Hofsommer with her fetal pig. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Roland-Story animal science class learns about anatomy Roland-Story students in the animal science classes have been studying about animal anatomy in their recent unit. In their current lab, the students are dissecting fetal pigs to learn more about ani-
mal internal anatomy and the organs that comprise the various systems. According to Brad Taylor, animal science instructor, “This is a great opportunity for our kids to learn about proper
procedures that are involved with working with animals and surgical procedures. Students were given instructions on the ethics of dissection as well as the various tools and equipment being used.”
Amanda Hofsommer, a junior, said, “I have learned a lot by doing the fetal pig dissection. Also, I feel that when you do it a second time, you know what to do and you are able to be more careful and ob-
serve more than you were able to the first time. I have really enjoyed doing the fetal pig dissection.” This is one of the recognized STEM lessons from the CASE curriculum (Curriculum for Agriculture
Science Education) in which Roland-Story has been certified for. Students are learning about different types of muscle tissues as well as the internal organs and what their functions are.
Kade Faga and Wyatt Origer dissect the kidneys and inspecting them for any damage to the nephrons. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Susie and Sydney Weaver are inspect the circulatory system of the fetal pig and are preparing to remove the heart and lungs. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO