HoliDaily: 2010

December 01, 2010 gift guide

Featuring: Miracle on 34th Street

Frosty the Snowman

A Christmas Story Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

I’ll Be Home for Christmas

2 Holidaily |

Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

BE A GUEST at your own

party

with catering from Hy-Vee

lincoln center 640 Lincoln Way 232-1961

west location

3800 West Lincoln Way 292-5543

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily

3

trays

SIGNATURE SignatureTuscan Harvest Platter medium serves 16 to 20 $25 large serves 24 to 30 $50 Signature Zarda Bar-B-Q Feast 7 lb serves 8 to 10 $50 SignatureWinging It Platter serves 15 to 20 $40 Signature All-Natural Shrimp Platter medium serves 10 to 12 $28 large serves 20 to 24 $54

open 24 hours a day

n

7 days a week

EMPLOYEE OWNED

n

two convenient locations

4 Holidaily |

Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Get $50.00 Off All Smartphones!

Only 12/31/10 Onlythrough through 11/30/10.

Upgrade or Activate a new Smartphone on The Nation’s Most Reliable Network and get an additional $50.00 Off! With new 2-year activation (or upgrade) per line on Single Line Calling Plans 450+ Anytime Minutes or Family SharePlan® Calling Plans 700+ Anytime Minutes. Family SharePlan® requires port of primary and secondary lines.

(Activation fees, taxes & other charges apply.)*

Get some GREEN ($$$) for going GREEN! We now recycle old wireless phones!

Ask Abo GettinG Cut Ash For Y trAde-in our Phone!

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that just 10 percent of wireless phones are recycled, creating an estimated 65,000 tons of electronic garbage. Cell phones contain precious metals, copper and plastics that can be recycled. The EPA estimates that recycling 100 million cell phones would save enough energy to power about 19,500 U.S. households for a full year. At Spring Valley Wireless, we want to be a part of the solution…not the problem. Ask about our new phone recycling program.

50.00 OFF

$

AMES North Grand Mall

515-232-8545

ANKENY 2310 S.E. Delaware

515-964-2888

CARROLL 813 Highway 30 West

712-792-2211

CLIVE 1540 N.W. 86th Street

515-223-4150

Get $50.00 Off All Smartphones! *Must present coupon at the time of sale. Not valid on Buy One Get One (BOGO) offers, New Every Two upgrades, or VZW “Private Sale” promotions. See store for details. Expires Expires 11/30/2010.

12/31/2010

DES MOINES Kaleidoscope Mall

PERRY 420 First Street

INDIANOLA 1203 N. Jefferson Way

WEST DES MOINES Jordan Creek Town Center

515-245-5600

515-961-5123

515-465-4089

WEST DES MOINES Valley West Mall

515-225-9444

515-255-9588

Switch to America’s Largest and Most Reliable Wireless Network Activation fee/line: $35 ($25 for secondary FamilySharePlan® lines w/ 2-yr.Agmts). IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION: Subject to Cust Agmt, Calling Plan, rebate form & credit approval. Up to $350 early termination fee & other charges. Device capabilities: Add’l charges & conditions apply. Offers & coverage, varying by svc, not available everywhere. Network details & coverage maps at vzw.com. Rebate debit card takes up to 6wks & expires in 12months. While supplies last. Shipping charges may apply. In CA: Sales tax based on full retail price of phone. [In those areas in which Verizon Wireless is eligible to receive support from the federal universal service fund, Verizon Wireless must meet all reasonable requests for service. Unresolved questions concerning service availability can be directed to the Kansas Corporation Commission Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027.] All company names, trademarks, logos and copyrights not the property of Verizon Wireless are the property of their respective owners. DROID is a trademark of LucasfilmLtd. and its related companies. Used under license. Google and the Google logo are trademarks of Google,Inc. ©2010VerizonWireless.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Table of Contents I’ll Be Home

5

Rudolph the 10 Red-Nosed Reindeer Frosty the Snowman

© Copyright 2010

Iowa State Daily Office 294-4120

for Christmas

26

5

Iowa State Daily Publication Board

Retail Advertising 294-2403

Classified Advertising 294-4123

General information: The Iowa State Daily is an independent student newspaper established in 1890 and written and edited entirely by students.

Editors: Sarah Bougie Danielle Gibbons

12 A Christmas Story

15

n

Holidaily

Miracle on 34th Street

Designers: Liana Prudencio Moriah Smith ™

See more:

To rad more holiday stories, visit iowastatedaily.com

online

I’ll Be Home for Christmas Holiday traditions at Iowa State Friends & Family

By Sarah.Gonzalez iowastatedaily.com Iowa State’s holiday traditions offer plenty of options to start this season before heading home for break.

Jingle Jog

The Freshmen Council’s Annual Andy Albright Jingle Jog is one part of the annual WinterFest. This year’s Jingle Jog will take place at 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 3. Students can register through AccessPlus and can charge the $15 registration fee to their U-Bill.

WinterFest

WinterFest is a campus event open to all Ames and campus communities. This year’s WinterFest is from 5 to 11 p.m. Dec. 3. The illumination ceremony is the main event of WinterFest. The lighting of Iowa Exchanging gag gifts is a very popular State’s holiday tree in front of Curtiss holiday tradition. Gag gifts are goofy gifts, Hall is the official ring-in of the holisimply for the purpose of being funny, day season for the ISU community. and they often symbolize an inside joke.

Photo Illustration: Abby Gilman/Iowa State Other festivities to enjoy are the Daily

campus sleigh rides, cookie decorating and, of course, cookie eating in the Memorial Union. Rieman Gardens displays a different theme every year in its indoor conservatory. This year’s theme is “Shiny and Bright,” featuring shiny gazing balls displayed in a holiday theme. Other events at Rieman Gardens include holiday photos, sustainable giftwrapping workshops and wreathmaking. The events and display theme are featured from Nov. 27 to Dec. 18.

Outside of the ISU campus, each student and faculty member has his or her own holiday traditions. Luke Roling, president of the Government of the Student Body, and Bill Fennelly, ISU women’s basketball coach, shared some of theirs.

Christmas.

“They’re mostly inside jokes,” he said. “The strange things that come out of our house during Christmastime are hard to explain to people.”

Roling’s large family — his mom is from a family of six children and his dad the oldest of 11 — keeps food and family the main attraction of every holiday. However, Roling recognizes the constant and irreplaceable tradition of driving the same route to Grandpa’s every year.

“As annoying as it is, we always take the same road, and my dad tells the same narrative every year,” he said. “One year he was sick and wasn’t with us, and we definitely all noticed, so we had to give him a call and make him give us that narrative.”

Luke Roling GSB president

Bill Fennelly ISU women’s basketball coach

Roling’s family has a tradition of exchanging quirky gifts for

Fennelly’s Christmas holiday is a short one due to the busy basketball

season.

“We have two completely free days, but on [Dec.] 26, we’re back to practicing,” he said.

However, his family makes sure to carve out two important days free for holiday celebrations.

“Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are designated non-basketball days,” he said. “Of course, we can watch the games on TV, but I’m not allowed to bring my briefcase home.”

The basketball team also celebrates together before rushing home to catch some quality time with their families. The team also does a fundraiser every year. Whether it’s collecting food, clothing or organizing a toy drive, the women’s basketball team is guaranteed to make a community contribution.

“We all say we try to focus on faith and family year-round, but sometimes it gets difficult,” Fennelly said.

“But we really make a conscious effort during the holiday season.”

6 Holidaily |

Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

One of the shopping etiquette issues customers display during the holiday season is leaving unwanted items where they do not belong in the store. This causes headaches for store employees who have to constantly have to pick up after careless customers. Photo Illustration: Whitney Sager/ Iowa State Daily

Fighting over clothes and other “must have” items is a common scene on Black Friday. Try to avoid these fights with a common sense to go to another store. Photo Illustration: Whitney Sager/Iowa State Daily

Fix that chip before Jack Frost makes it a

Crack Rock Chip Repair

$24.99 +tax (515) 296-2496

1310 XB Pl. • Ames

(In-shop only)

Don’t let shopping get the best of you

By Jolie.Monroe iowastatedaily.com

The holiday season is upon us, which means the malls are packed with customers pushing and shoving, impatiently trying to find that perfect item for everyone on their gift list.

Around the holidays, retail stores get a lot of new merchandise and have new seasonal workers on board, so frantic customers only make situations worse. Josh Ray, manager at Aeropostale at North Grand Mall, has worked in retail for approximately seven years. He has made it through multiple holiday seasons and has a few shopping guidelines for you to make everything easier for everyone.

Get shopping done early

“Usually, around the holidays, people are rushing around trying to buy stuff, so it’s better to go shopping earlier rather than later,” Ray said.

Many stores get holiday merchandise before the peak shopping time, so early shoppers will still be able to get what they come for. Early shopping tends to be less crowded and therefore less stressful.

Don’t be afraid to ask

The employees know the

store better than anyone else.

If you can’t find a product or a certain size, they might know another place in the store to look, or even check the back room. Not only is someone doing your shopping for you, but you’re not digging around in the merchandise, creating a mess for employees to pick up later.

Come prepared

“Bring a wish list or know exactly what you want to buy,” Ray said.

Playing the guessing game results in frustration, more chaos in the store and, potentially, a bad gift. Before purchasing clothing, it is also a good idea to ask friends and family for sizes, or to take a peek in their closet when the opportunity arises.

Although employees are used to guessing sizes for gifts, it is a much safer bet to know for sure. Coming with a list in hand “will help make things go a lot faster,” Ray said.

Always get a gift receipt

Even if you know you have the perfect gift, there is still a chance something could be wrong with it, or someone else has also purchased it for that person. Gift receipts save hassle and confusion for the

returners and store employees when the dreaded return season begins.

Have a positive attitude

No one likes shopping in a crowded store. If you decide to do your shopping in peak hours, it is important to remember that patience is a virtue. Have a mission and accomplish it.

Try not to get side-tracked, and keep in mind that employees are extremely busy trying to keep everyone happy and everything organized.

Ray jokingly said, “If you come in with an attitude, you might get one right back.”

Employees are under a lot of pressure, so staying positive will only result in more effective results for everyone.

Ray said that, inevitably, each year there is “at least one scuffle between customers over the last size of something.

Both customers want it, and it becomes a game of tug of war.”

Ray said that when handling situations like this and holiday shopping in general, the best thing to do is follow the trusty golden rule — treat others as you would like to be treated.

It seems elementary, but it can truly make or break a hectic shopping excursion.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily

7

FREE SOUP FRENZY Now through December 15th

With purchase of any entree (sub/salad) Mention this ad when you order to receive free soup.

Nights spent at home to watch a movie with your partner are not to be missed. Photo illustration: Tsubasa Shigehara/Iowa State Daily

Winter break date possibilities

By Danielle.Gibbons iowastatedaily.com Guys are always looking for things to do for their significant other that goes above and beyond to make them happy, or at least, that’s how they should be thinking. Here are some suggestions for the holiday season for men. They may sound silly, but it will make her heart melt.

Snow Magic Date

Take her to Snow Magic.

This is the biggest holiday event held in downtown Ames.

Friday, Dec. 3 3 to 5 p.m. Make and Take Snowflakes at Images by Ngaire 4 to 7 p.m. Mulled Wine and Winter Drinks at Wheatsfield Saturday, Dec. 4 10 a.m. Traditional English desserts class at Cook’s Emporium 2 p.m. Snow Ball Drop with Santa at Tom Evans Park 3 p.m. Ames Euphonium Choir performance at Octagon 7:30 p.m. Central Iowa Symphony: Sounds of

the Season at Ames City Auditorium 7 to 9 p.m.. Violinists performing at Main Street restaurants For more information on these events visit www.mainstreetculturaldistrict.com.

Ice Skating

Another thing you can do for your special girl is take her ice skating. This is a very romantic thing to do with a significant other, but it’s also fun for both of you. The Brenton Skating Plaza is an open air, outdoor ice skating rink along the Principal Riverwalk in downtown Des Moines, open mid-November to the first week in March.

“Every Friday night we have a live DJ from 8 to 11 p.m. We are open seven days a week including holidays.

Come enjoy a unique skating experience,” said Robbin McClelland, rink manager.

Here are the rates: Monday to Friday before 8 p.m., it’s $3.50 for adults and $2.50 for children ages 6 to 12. Friday after 8 p.m., Saturday, Sunday and holidays it’s $5.00 for adults and $4.00 for children.

$5 r Fo o w T C h oose

Skate rental is $3.00.

This is about the most affordable romantic date a guy can pull off, so don’t hesitate.

Jolly Holiday Lights

On your way to Des Moines, don’t forget about Jolly Holiday Lights. “Jolly Holiday Lights is 100 percent charitable, with all of the money going directly toward the granting of wishes of children between the ages of 2-and-ahalf and 18 with life-threatening medical conditions,” according to jollyholidaylights. org.

This is a beautiful light display with the most amazing designs in lights you’ll ever see. Very romantic and for a great cause, which will definitely impress your partner.

232-3300 302 Lincoln Way Order Online @ Quiznos.com

Sledding

Something else that isn’t thought of when going on a date during the holiday season is sledding. This is still a popular activity, and it can definitely be romantic if you want it to be. It is also inexpensive and easy to plan.

Get

!

8 Holidaily |

Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Appreciate family during winter break

By Laura.Bucklin iowastatedaily.com

Students are counting down the days until winter break. It’s sometimes the highlight of the busy semester. It’s a time for free home-cooked meals, no homework and seeing your high school friends again.

What happens when your parents or siblings are back to their annoying antics? Next thing you know, your mom is calling you “poopy” in front of your friends and your brother is changing the channel from your favorite “Jersey Shore” re-run. Winter Break is bittersweet until the reality sets in: You’re not on your own anymore! There are many ways to get away during Winter Break.

Below are five popular ideas from ISU students.

Tune them out with “me” time Many students said they will spend a lot of time with their computer and iPod liter-

ally “tuning” their family out.

After a whole semester away, it can get overwhelming to come back.

Some said they will be utilizing Skype and Facebook to keep in touch with ISU friends to help keep them sane.

Others said playing “World of Warcraft” or other computer games will entertain them.

Whether you’re listening to “Jock Jams” on your iPod or dominating newbs on “WoW,” it is important to hide in your room for a bit to keep your sanity. And don’t feel guilty, we all do it.

Vacation with friends

I know most college students are broke, but dig the coins out of your car seat and go somewhere fun with your friends.

Shawn McKenzie, junior in construction engineering, said he’s going to take a vacation with friends this winter.

Some students can look forward to the joys of an awkward family portrait when they return home for the holiday season. Photo illustration: David Derong/Iowa State Daily

The group is planning on going skiing.

Others suggested a motorcycle trip or a long vacation.

If you don’t want to break your leg skiing and don’t own a bike, go on a road trip with friends or figure something out. It will be wonderful to get

out of the house.

Work

Getting a job seems obvious, but some people don’t realize how refreshing it can be.

First of all, you can pay your rent in January. Second, you can actually buy your family

gifts.

Admit it, your mom gives gifts “from” you all the time, but you’ve never really seen them in your life.

Getting a job can help you become a “big” kid.

Congratulations. It will also get you away from your family for a short period of time.

Sometimes this is much needed.

“I get along with my parents pretty well, but I’ll be working seasonally at Ann Taylor Loft,” said Abigail Armstrong, junior in apparel merchandising and design. “So that will help me get out of the house.”

The mall is always looking for part-time help or temps for the holidays, so get out those letters of recommendation.

Go home, but not for too long

This one is pretty self explanatory, but it was one of the most popular answers believe it or not.

Many juniors and seniors admitted to only going home for two to three days to “deal” with their family.

If you’re that annoyed by your family I guess it’s worth it. Many of them had jobs, but said they didn’t mind coming back to Ames.

It is also important to remember to appreciate our families during break. They may irritate us on occasion, but we only get a limited time with them.

Matthew Ong, junior in economics and political science, keeps in touch with his family through Skype during break. His family lives 10,000 miles away.

Therefore, we must be thankful for the time we get together during break. Hopefully some of these tips will help you appreciate them as much as Alex Sveum, sophomore in anthropology.

“I don’t have to deal with family, they are a blessing.”

Spend $100

in gift certificates

Earn A

RIDE

you r bik e ins ide

Free Layaway!

www .bikeworldiowa. com

O% Financing

• 126 S 3rd St • 515.232.3669

$25

VOUCHER for services or retail

from: finesse spa salon 2716 stange rd. ames, ia 50010 515.268.4643 finessespasalon.com

Men & Womens trendy clothes at affordable prices!

1614 S. Kellogg Look for our store just south of Old Chicago in the same building as Fuji Mon-Sat 11am-9pm Sun 11am-6pm

www.ayden-lee.com

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily

Hungry for the holidays

By Lindsay Macnab AmesEats Flavors Writer

to the potato mixture. Mix well. Heat 1/4 cup olive oil on a nonstick skillet over moderate heat until hot.

Spoon 2 tablespoons of batter per latke onto the skillet and spread with a fork creating 3-inch rounds. Reduce heat and cook until the bottom is a golden brown — approximately 5 minutes. Repeat on the other side.

Transfer latkes into a baking pan and keep warm in the oven.

With the holidays just around the corner, everyone’s kitchens are sure to be filled with the aromas of delicious home-cooked food. Not quite sure where to start? Here are some traditional recipes for Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa that are sure to please.

Christmas: sugar cookies

Simply buy a package of plain sugar cookie dough, or, if preferred, make the dough from scratch. Create cookie designs such as candy canes, Christmas trees, ornaments and so forth using cookie cutters.

Jazz them up by adding red and green frosting, sprinkles, peppermint pieces, coconut, various candies and more. Try pressing an Andes chocolate mint candy into the cookie’s warm center for a unique sugar cookie twist. Enjoy with a of milk.

Hanukkah: potato pancakes (latkes)

A traditional dish, latkes are

Kwanzaa: Jamaican jerk chicken

Making sugar cookies is a great activity to do during the Christmas season.

Other holiday treats include latkes, or potato pancakes, for Hanukkah and Jamaican jerk chicken for Kwanzaa. Courtesy photo: Thinkstock

warm, crispy .The starchier the potato, the crunchier the latke. Serve with applesauce and sour cream.

Ingredients:

1 pound peeled, grated potatoes 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 large egg, lightly beaten

1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 -3/4 cup olive oil

Directions: Preheat oven to 250° F. Soak the grated potatoes in cold water and drain — wring out as much liquid as possible. Add the onion, egg and salt

Meat lover or not, this recipe is a fantastic main course that can be accompanied by other traditional Kwanzaa dishes such as peanut soup, shrimp creole and mini sweet potato pies.

Ingredients:

1 whole chicken, halved 1 lime, halved Pinch of salt 4-5 tablespoons jerk rum rub marinade — recipe below· 8-12 pimento leaves for flavor

9

Jamaican jerk rum rub ingredients:

1 chopped red onion 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 4 teaspoons white pepper 1/4 cup chopped green onion tops 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 5 small jalapenos 2 tablespoons olive oil Splash of a flavorful rum

Directions: Place all jerk rum rub ingredients into a food processor and mix on high until well blended. Next, rub the chicken with lime and salt. Cover with marinade and refrigerate overnight for the best taste.

Preheat grill to medium high.

Spread the pimento leaves on the grill and reduce heat to medium low.

Grill the chicken for about 45 minutes or until slightly brown and cooked through. Allow the chicken to cool before cutting into quarters. Serve and enjoy!

GIVING to

others

Hy-Vee’s loadable cards offer convenience. Pick up a card at Hy-Vee and load the amount you want to give. Easy.

EMPLOYEE OWNED

10 Holidaily |

Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010 ™

online

Christm Traditio as ns

Check it out:

For more movie-themed holiday fun, head online to iowastatedaily.com

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Classic movies to enjoy during chilly holidays

By Amy.Thompson iowastatedaily.com What do most people want to do when it is freezing outside but warm and cozy inside? Watch a movie.

There is something special about watching a feel-good movie that doesn’t require a lot of attention.

Leland Poague, professor of English who teaches film studies, said holiday movies are low on the film line as far as popularity.

Holiday movies aren’t known for being particularly fantastic, but there is a traditional value that is associated with the genre.

If you take a moment to think about it, most holiday movies are derived from some sort of religious values or engage re-

ligious ideas.

The movie that tops Poague’s holiday movie list is “It’s a Wonderful Life” directed by Frank Capra.

“It is a Christmas classic. It ranks up there with ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Casablanca,’” Poague said.

“It’s a Wonderful Life,” according to IMDB.com, ranks number 30 on its top 250 best movies voted by users of the website.

Some might have not heard of the movie, because NBC owns the copyright to show it, and even then it can only show it once a year. “’It’s a Wonderful Life’ outstrips traditional holiday movies by a long shot,” Poague said. “It attempts something much larger.”

The general consensus of students, when asked why they like Christmas movies, was because of the tradition and nostalgia.

Most students watch the films with their families around the time of the holidays.

Some movies mentioned by students included “Polar Express,” “The Santa Clause” and “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”

Other holiday classics include, “Babes in Toyland,” “Miracle on 34th Street,” “A Christmas Carol” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Most of the new movies you see today stem from the classics aforementioned.

“Christmas itself is a good story,” Poague said.

We have gift certificates that make

great holiday gifts! . Duff 1404 S IA Ames,

This is where SANTA washes his sleigh and his REINDEER!

By Laura.Bucklin and Sarah.Gonzalez iowastatedaily.com The holidays wouldn’t be the same without our favorite movies and songs, you need those classics to get you in the holiday mood.

ISU students voted on their favorite movies and songs.

Their favorite movie was “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” Who could forget the squirrel scene and when Aunt Bethany wraps up the cat? It’s a must-see every year. The students’ favorite song was “Jingle Bells.” As a song that has been drilled into our head since we were toddlers, it is no surprise that many people think of it first.

Many of the students’ choices also appeared on the top 10 list of most-listenedto holiday songs and mostbought holiday movies. Check out the list below to see ISU students’ favorites.

Movie: students’ choices 1.

To From

An Ames Tradition 204 Clark Ave Downtown Ames 232-3207

Top 10 movies and songs

A phone call away & your gift is on its way!

No mailing fees applied!

515.232.8940 www.hickoryparkames.com

“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” 2. “A Christmas Story” 3. “Elf” 4. “Dr. Seuss - How the Grinch Stole Christmas” 5. “It’s a Wonderful Life” 6. “White Christmas” 7. “The Santa Claus” 8. “Home Alone” 9. “A Charlie Brown Christmas” 10. “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

Top 10 holiday movies sold on Amazon 1.

2.

3.

4.

“A Christmas Carol” “A Christmas Story” “Miracle on 34th Street” “A Charlie Brown

Christmas” “Dr. Seuss - How the Grinch Stole Christmas” 6. “It’s a Wonderful Life” 7. “White Christmas” 8. “The Nightmare Before Christmas” 9. “Rudolph the RedNose Reindeer Original Television Classic” 10. “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” 5.

Song: students’ choices 1.

2.

3.

4.

“Jingle Bells” “Jingle Bell Rock” “Silent Night” “I’m Dreaming of a White Christmas” 5. “O Holy Night” 6. “The First Noel” 7. “Where are you Christmas” 8. “Santa Baby” 9. “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” 10. “All I want for Christmas is You”

Top 10 songs according to 2009 AOL Radio 1.

2.

“White Christmas” “The Christmas Song” 3. “Christmas Canon

by Trans-Siberian Orchestra” 4. “It’s Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas” 5. “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” 6. “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” 7. “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” 8. “Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!”

9. “O Holy Night” 10. “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas”

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily 11

Play host to white elephant party Gift exchange game mixes fun with tradition

By Laura.Bucklin iowastatedaily.com The phrase “white elephant” means, “An article, ornament or household utensil no longer wanted by its owner.” But this unwanted item can become a fun social party or turn into a long-standing tradition during the holidays.

The Cantamus Women’s Choir of Iowa State has been having a white elephant gifting party for 10 years, following its holiday concert dress rehearsal.

“It is a time to forget about school, enjoy good food, relax,” said Kathleen Rodde, Cantamus choir director and senior lecturer in music and theater. “And for those that

miss their dogs at home, I have two at my house waiting for their attention.”

The girls enjoy food, gifts and each other’s presence each year. It’s a great alternative to “Secret Santa” gift parties, because no one has to spend any money. Alissa Brady, Cantamus Women’s secretary and junior in child, adult and family services, said typical gifts are lotions, picture frames and mittens/hats/scarves; and since the choir is all girls, the gifts don’t have be gender-neutral, which is convenient.

The Cantamus Women’s Choir usually re-gifts things, or they give away items that have never been used.

The Logistics: To start the white elephant party, you first have to invite everyone and tell them to bring a household item, decoration or random thing from home to gift.

“It’s all in the packaging.

It’s kind of like ‘Let’s Make a Deal,’” Rodde said. “Throw in a few gag gifts that are disguised as nice gifts.”

As people arrive, let them draw numbers. When everyone has arrived and has drawn numbers, start with player one. Player one can pick any present they want to open.

Then it’s player two’s turn.

Player two can either steal the gift from player one or open a new one. If player one’s gift gets stolen then they choose a new gift. You can determine how many times each gift is stolen. Typically people limit it to three times. The pattern goes on from there. One year, someone gifted a Snuggie. The girls made a rule that whoever stole it had to wear it.

“The event lies in the hands of the participants. Every white elephant event is so unique just depending on the people that are participating,” Brady said.

White Elephant is a custom in which everyone brings a gift to a party and everyone draws a ticket.

The person gets to choose if he or she wants to keep the gift or trade it with someone else’s gift.

Everyone leaves the party with a present. Photo Illustration: Yue Wu/Iowa State Daily

&spirits

WINE

CHEERS! Heineken or Newcastle Draught 5 L. keg $1899 1800Tequila 750 ml. $2499 Hendricks Gin 750 ml. $2999 JohnnieWalker Red 750 ml. $2499 Gentleman Jack 750 ml. $3399 Modmix: select varieties 32 oz. $699 Three OlivesVodka 750 ml. $1999

EMPLOYEE OWNED

12 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Holiday Tales

A Christmas Story

More online:

™

For more on how to give back during the holidays, visit iowastatedaily.com

online

Giving back is easy to do during the holiday season

By Danielle.Gibbons @iowastatedaily.com There are so many ways to give back during the holiday season. Don’t be greedy, be giving. Here are three easy ways you can give back this holiday season to make someone’s holiday one they will never forget.

1. Contact a local church

It’s so easy to contact a local church in your area and find out how they’re giving back this holiday season.

The New Birth Baptist Church has its own holiday donation called the Christmas Closet. The Christmas Closet is an event where children and families in need come register

with the church. People can make donations that go toward the gifts. Then, to make it special, family members are taken out to choose gifts to give other family members. The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 11.

“This teaches them that Christmas is about giving, not receiving,” the Rev. Robert Knight said.

Several businesses and departments on campus and individuals donate to this event, and it has grown immensely over the last few years. This event is open to cities around Ames as well.

“Check out your local church and find out what they’re doing this holiday season. There are so many things

out there. We are only one of the many options,” Knight said.

Last year the Christmas Closet gave out more than 800 gifts.

2. The Giving Tree

The YSS Giving Tree and Adopt-a-Family Programs are well-known in the Ames community, and here is how you can join in this year.

The sponsor may choose to adopt a family unit for the holidays. The sponsor gets to choose the family size and then receives information on the ages, genders and such of the recipients so that they can purchase new gifts for them.

GIVING.p13 >>

Gift-giving can be fun if you get a gift that will suit the receiver’s personality. Photo illustration: Kelsey Kremer

Hap’s Air Inc.

Give the Gift of Summer

Free Bead Lessons Big Bead Sale Lavaliers Beads Incense Jewelry

HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES

$25 for $22.50 $50 for $45* *any certificate amount available special offer sold through

12/15/10

The Gift of Flight $50 Discovery Flights up to 2 people *gift certificates available

2515 Chamberlain

(behind Jimmy Johns, Campustown)

515-292-2972

www.hapsair.com

facebook.com/fusionindoortanning

Grandma’s Attic

515-232-4310

Lots of Christmas gift items!

Grandma wishes you a Happy Holiday Season!

123 Welch Ave.

292.6700

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Christmas gifts gone wrong Students share stories of terror

what is

By Sarah.Gonzalez @iowastatedaily.com

true

It may be “the thought that counts,” but, “What were you thinking?” is never a phrase a gift giver wants to hear. While most ISU students agree that receiving any kind of present should be appreciated, on certain occasions the most they can say is, “You shouldn’t have; really.”

ISU students shared some of their worst, well-intentioned, non-gag gifts.

From the age-inappropriate to the practically useless, these questionable gifts left students wondering what thoughts the giver could have been thinking.

love worth?

Grannies Gone Wild:

Hanna Johansen, sophomore in advertising, certainly didn’t know what to think when she unwrapped her grandmother’s Christmas present to reveal a board game for the “adults only” genre.

“My face turned bright red,” she said. “My grandma didn’t get it at first, but then she said that she saw the box was pink so she thought it was a princess game.”

Condiment Overload:

Karilyn Gower, senior in political science, admits she has an unusual need for ketchup with her dipping food, but she never expected a ketchup combo pack to be wrapped under the Christmas tree, as it was two years ago.

“I also got moon-and-star

everything.

Some of the worst gifts that you could give your partner include footsie pajamas, a wheelbarrow and socks. Stay away from these, and the holidays will be better. Photo illustrations: Kelsey Kremer/ Iowa State Daily

footie pajamas from my grandma one year,” she said. “Which would be cool, but I was 17 years old.”

Here’s a “Gift,” Hint, Hint.

However, it’s those gifts that bring a subtle insult with the package that might cause a disgruntled present opener.

The diet hint that comes with opening a brand new gym membership isn’t a thought that one wants to count.

A work-out video isn’t much better, although ISU student David Faber, senior in advertising, admits he some-

>>GIVING.p12 Individuals can pick up gift tags at various local businesses that indicate a specific request from a YSS client, participant or program. The sponsor purchases the specific item on that tag, wraps it and returns it either to the business or to YSS. Businesses hosting giving trees this year are North Grand Mall, Starbucks Coffee, VF Factory Outlet Mall in Story City and U.S. Bank at the Main Street, Lincoln Way and North Grand locations.

3. Toys for Tots

Holidaily 13

times pops in his “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” gift. A person can’t blame him, it is a 1980’s classic and Richard Simmons might brighten any mood dampened by bad gifts.

Despite some gifts gone awry, many ISU students agree the best gift is spending quality time with quality family and friends.

No matter what grandma wrapped for you, or what that distant cousin was trying to say with that teeth-whitening pack, remember what counts and enjoy the gift of the holidays.

Buy new, unwrapped toys and donate them to local businesses that collect them. Here are places in the area collecting for Toys for Tots: Fareway, KCCI, Toys “R” Us, Babies “R” US, Christopher Banks or CJ Banks, Classic Tan, Iowa Diecast Toys, Heska Corporation, Dunn Chiropractic, McLaren’s Resthaven Chapel, Kingdom Kids Academy, Buffalo Wild Wings and Des Moines-area Dollar Stores.

This is an easy way to give to families that can’t afford it. Even a small donation makes a huge difference.

Take the time out of your day and give back.

Jewelers Since 1871 Downtown

Valley west

west Glen

josephsjewelers.com

14 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

The truth about holiday party hangover hoaxes Debunking popular cures for the afterparty headache

By Sarah.Gonzalez @iowastatedaily.com Eggnog, champagne and some schnapps with hot cocoa are likely to appear at parties and get-togethers this holiday season. While a few glasses might help boost the holiday spirit, too many glasses will only reward with a pounding headache, a struggling liver and embarrassing photos.

Those who can’t control their excitement or consumption during the parade of ugly sweater parties, Secret Santas and New Year’s celebrations may think a Gatorade, root beer, bag of chips or aspirin will cure their morning pain.

Although a few tips can ease the symptoms, the truth about these “cures” can be as ugly as those sweaters.

Coffee and Aspirin

Taking Tylenol and drinking coffee are two of the biggest and most commonly used myths, said Ray Rodriguez, prevention specialist in the Prevention Services office of the Thielen Student Health Center.

Tylenol breaks down into chemicals that react dangerously with alcohol and can cause liver damage; coffee only increases urine production and leads to dehydration.

“Just because you’re more alert doesn’t mean you’re less drunk,” he said. “You still have the same blood alcohol concentration, and you may feel worse later because the caffeine wears off before the alcohol does.”

Rodriguez describes alcohol as a drug that the body doesn’t want.

Depending on the amount consumed, the body’s process takes time to break down the foreign chemicals and decrease blood concentration

to expel urine, which causes dehydration.

“Time really is the only cure for a hangover, but to help prevent one, there are two things you can do,” he said.

“You can limit the amount you drink, and you can eat and drink non-alcoholic beverages while drinking, alternating drinks.”

Words of Wisdom

Barbara Mack, associate professor in the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication, has her own, unusual hangover suggestion for the moderate merry makers and a few words for the light-headed lushes.

“People who drink until they throw up or pass out have no idea of how close to death they are,” she said. “No one should be that stupid. Binge drinkers are alcoholics who need treatment.”

“When I’m going to a party with alcohol, but I know I want to be riding my horse at 7 a.m.

the next day, I put a glass of milk in the refrigerator. In a small bowl beside it are two Tums, a B-vitamin pill and one ibuprofen. Anyone using any non-steroidal anti-inflammatory — aspirin, acetaminophen, Ibuprofen — should be very careful with them; all of them affect your liver. I take only one pill to minimize that effect.

“When I wake up to use the bathroom, I drink another glass of milk, which seems to calm my stomach. It seems to work well when you’ve had a glass of champagne more than is prudent.

“Whether I’ve had one glass of wine or four during the course of a dinner party, I never, ever, ever have even one drink and drive.”

With these myths and facts revealed, holiday parties should be a success. Those drinks may make you think you’re as happy as Buddy the Elf, but too much booze will lead to a morning Scrooge.

Some students swear by a combination of Doritos and root beer to clear a holiday hangover. Photo illustration: David Derong/Iowa State Daily

Journalism professor Barbara Mack relies on a cold glass of milk, two Tums, a B-vitamin pill and an Ibuprofen if she knows she’ll be taking a early morning ride on her horse after a night of drinking.

Photo illustration: David Derong/Iowa State Daily

3605 West Lincoln Way 296-1110

Feliz Navidad!

Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm Fri 11am-11pm • Sat 11am-10:30pm

BUY 1 COMBINATION GET 2ND 1/2 OFF

(1-25)

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Outside Fun

Frosty the Snowman

Students enjoy a free day of school in the snow by sledding down the hill with dining hall trays behind the Knoll by Richardson Court. Using trays for sledding is slowly becoming extinct with the Memorial Union being that last place with trays. Photo: Rebekka Brown/Iowa State Daily

Sledding tradition continues Students find alternate sleds for Knoll slide

By Kendra.Alley @iowastatedaily.com

Iowa State is going trayless as part of the “live green” movement on campus. The dining centers are no longer offering trays to students to carry their food items.

The trayless movement is “part of the push for sustainability on campus,” said Cameron Aisenbrey, communications specialist for the residence halls.

Having various plates opposed to trays has reduced food costs for ISU Dining and has reduced food waste from

students by 50 percent.

The trays were used this summer to create a sculpture that was presented at the Iowa State Fair.

Iowa State’s theme for the exhibit this year was “Iowa State is Living Green.” The exhibit used the trays to create a tower and described how no longer using the trays has saved the comparable amount of 50,000 meals from being thrown out.

The “live green” movement on campus is very important, but with the trays gone, students are concerned it will hinder an ISU tradition.

What about the sledding?

A long-standing tradition for ISU freshman is borrowing trays from the dining halls and using them to go sledding at the

various “hot spots” on campus.

The dining centers will no longer have trays to carry on the tradition of tray-sledding.

However, Kathleen Geoffroy, wife of ISU President Gregory Geoffroy, is not concerned that the tradition will discontinue.

“In recent years, I have seen fewer and fewer trays being used. There have been more inventive things used — laundry baskets and cardboard boxes,” Geoffroy said.

Another tradition that has been around for years is sledding at the Knoll — the hill behind the Geoffroys’ house.

When Geoffroy was asked why she thinks the Knoll is considered a special sledding place she said, “I suppose tra-

SLEDDING.p16 >>

Holidaily 15

16 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

La Nina forecast unusual for season

>>SLEDDING.p15 dition, the older ones must tell the new students it is a great place to go sledding, and it is by the dorms so if you have a half-hour to take a study break, it is nice.”

Also, if you are lucky Geoffroy is known to bring out cookies to students from time to time.

There are many great sledding places around campus — the Knoll is just one of the sledding traditions.

“My freshman year, we went to the Knoll, and last year when I lived in my sorority house we went to the hill west of Hilton, then to the Alumni Center because the hills are steeper,” said Jessica Pearce, non-degree student in human sciences.

Taking the trays away from the dining center will not stop students from continuing the ISU traditions.

“I go sledding every year definitely. Less frostbite as I get older, though,” said Brad Teplicky, sophomore in mechanical engineering.

Many students have found more creative things to use in current years and will keep the tradition alive by going sledding down the Knoll this winter.

Pacific phenomenon may have little effect on Iowa’s weather

By Sarah.Binder @iowastatedaily.com

A storm is brewing — but it isn’t predicted to dump much snow over Iowa this winter.

The storm is a La Nina, which means there are unusually cold ocean temperatures in the tropical pacific.

This usually results in a drier winter in Iowa.

“It’s pretty safe to say we won’t have the huge amounts of snowfall that we’ve had the past few years,” said William Gallus, professor of geological and atmospheric sciences.

Gallus said a La Nina also tends to mean more swings in temperature — so this winter may start with a few months that are milder than average, and end with a few that are colder than average.

This may make the winter seem shorter.

However, the predictions are

uncertain.

Ray Arritt, professor of agronomy, said that because La Nina happens in the Pacific, the effects in Iowa may not be very strong.

He predicted stronger effects in Montana and North Dakota, where it may be very cold, and in the Southwest, where it may be very dry.

The National Centers for Environmental Prediction are forecasting a “close to normal” winter in Iowa.

“That might mean it will be close to normal, or it might mean they have no idea,” Arritt said.

Gallus said most scientists who study climate issues are either focused on the extreme long term — global warming — or the extreme short term — how to make the day-today forecast more accurate. He said the five- to seven-day forecast tends to be pretty accurate, but it is difficult for existing computer models to predict farther than that.

Arritt is one of few to work on how to predict an entire season at a time. He said the information would be very useful for farmers, construction companies and others, but is still

Houston Breshears, Juliana Breshears, 6, and William Breshears, 10, race on the snow hill of Veenker Memorial Golf Course near University Village. File photo: Jay Bai/Iowa State Daily

very difficult to predict. The seasonal weather is very dependent on trends in the oceans. Gallus said there is about a 70 percent chance that La Nina will make this winter drier than normal. He said when people hear large numbers like that, they tend to think the forecast was “wrong” if it

turns out to be different.

However, this isn’t necessarily the case. Gallus said there is also about a 10 percent chance that this winter will be wetter than normal. If it is, then the forecast wasn’t “wrong,” it will just be the 1 in every 10 years where a La Nina led to wetter conditions.

Dazzle Her! A Modern Full Service Salon and Spa.

Gift Cards Available Give the gift of beauty this holiday season!

515.268.1693 2624 Northridge Pkwy www.studio7ss.com

233 Lincoln Way, Ames Mon-Fri: 10am - 6pm Sat: 10am - 4pm

www.sharikestatejewelry.com 515.232.4665

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

s u p m a C

Living

Know How to Use Your ISU Dining Apps!

Late Night Service Seven locations on campus open 10 pm or later most nights

ON e r ’ You us Camp wn,

Bring a Cup, Save $.35 Bring in your own cup to any café or c-store and save $.35 and the environment

sto Campu the , s s Cla s, riend food, f Whether it’s a r u yo , ports it’s s , res-hall room, c Re es... apartment or suite, activiti away teps we offer endless all s ur campus yo resources & flexible from contracts to help home. you make the most out of college.

Live ON

Staff

Holidaily 17

NetNutrition

View nutrition content online for food served on campus

ISUDOR

tire Our en is staff ted to dedica you g helpin d! succee

Late Night Service

Bring a Cup Save $.35

ISU Dining

www.housing.iastate.edu

NetNutrition

WebFood

WebFood ISUDining on Facebook

ISUDining on Twitter

line @ n o t u o s Check u .iastate.edu ing www.din

Order online ahead of time and pick up your food when you get there

Be Social Contests, cooking tips, culinary knowledge and a place to give us your feedback!

18 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily 19

20 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Friday, December 3, 2010 All events are at the Memorial Union unless otherwise noted

Eats&Drinks

Crafts

Hot Chocolate at the Knoll

Multicultural Center Snowflakes

Empty Bowl Project

Workspace Winter Crafts

5pm

3 – 6pm Hosted by Mrs. Kathy Geoffroy 5 – 7pm Soup Dinner Fundraiser

5 – 9pm Ornaments, beaded icicles and more!

MU Market & Café Seasonal Beverage Samples

Photo Snow Globes

Cookie Decorating

Experience Campus

Relax

Carillon Music by Tin Shi Tam

Aqua Massages & More

5:30pm Music and Lights on the South Campanile Lawn

7pm

5 – 8pm 6pm

STYLE

5pm

6 – 10pm

Farm House Museum Open House 5 – 8pm (Carriage Ride Drop Off/Pick Up) Merry Christmas to All: 1870’s Exhibit

8pm

Campanile Tours

Shop

6pm

Central Campus Carriage Rides 6 – 9pm Pick-up outside the MU

University Book Store Holiday Open House

7am – 7pm Events and Specials throughout the store Gift Wrapping to benefit Dance Marathon and The 10,000 Hours Show

Recreation Andy Albright Jingle Jog

Block and Bridle Cheese and Sausage Sale

4pm registration, 5:30pm fun run

Underground Open House

10am – 6:30pm

Horticulture Club Poinsettia Sale 10am – 7pm

7pm – midnight Free bowling, billiards, table tennis and Wii

Ice Skating at ISU Ice Arena

Art Mart: Arts & Crafts Sale

10pm – 1am, Free

noon – 7pm Glass, pottery, prints & jewelry

Snowball Dodgeball at Beyer Hall

VEISHEA Merchandise Deals

10pm - midnight

5 – 8pm

Thanks to: SALC,VEISHEA, Dance Marathon, Student Union Board, Freshmen Council & The Workspace

www.sac.iastate.edu/winterfest

ART MART SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS!

7adlc <aVhh EdiiZgn ?ZlZagn 6XXZhhdg^Zh Eg^cih DgcVbZcih 6cY BdgZ =W\\[hiÊ =k_bZ r Kd_l[hi_jo Fh_dj IeY_[jo

Attn to: Kelsey Ad’s Name: Winterfest & Workspace Ad File Name: winterfest ad.pdf Ad’s Size: 3 col x 10.5” Run Dates: 12/1 Account #: 230-07-12 File Sent to: ads@iowastatedaily.com

Illumination Ceremony

SUB Film: Salt

8ko \eh j^[ ^eb_ZWoi" eh jh[Wj oekhi[b\

GIVE the GIFT of

I]jghYVn! 9ZXZbWZg ' cddcÄ*eb

;g^YVn! 9ZXZbWZg (

Located on Welch

Store Hours: Mon-Fri 10am - 8pm Sat 10am - 5pm| Sun 12pm - 5pm

Students’ BLACK Friday

30% OFF

Dec 3rd

Entire Stock (All Day)

Don’t Miss Our Holiday Party

Dec 9th From 5pm - 8pm 25% OFF ENTIRE STORE 35% off jeans

cddcÄ,eb Yjg^c\ L^ciZg[Zhi

HVijgYVn! 9ZXZbWZg ) &%VbÄcddc

CW_dj[dWdY[ I^ef C[ceh_Wb Kd_ed

ollow us on Facebook and Twitter

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily 21

Spread holiday cheer with caroling

By Shanna Delfs Ames247 writer Walking door to door, singing “We wish you a Merry Christmas” and spreading holiday cheer kicks off the Christmas season in many different parts of the country, but some ISU students have decided to put a new spin on Christmas caroling.

Cody LeClaire, senior in landscape architecture, has been coordinating the Christmas caroling event for his third consecutive year for the Catholic Student Community . The Catholic Student Community is the official student organization on campus, but also works with St. Thomas Aquinas for many projects and events.

This year the CSC will be enjoying the traditional approach to caroling by singing at different spots around campus during dead week. The caroling group focuses on areas such as the MU fountain, Parks Library, the dining halls and on Welch Ave. on Thursday nights.

“We try to carol at locations where we can spread as much joy as possible,” LeClaire said.

“We like to shine some light into dead for week for students.”

The group has entailed about ten students in the past, but anyone interested in spreading Christmas cheer on campus or may just want to sing for fun is welcome.

Other students from the St. Thomas Aquinas student group are taking a more philanthropic approach to Christmas caroling. Two peer ministers that lead two different type of student groups through St. Thomas Aquinas church called community life and service and justice decided to give back to the community while singing Christmas tunes.

The peer ministers, Jesse Donner, senior in music, and Jenny Loos, junior in animal ecology, will be giving Ames residents that live within a five to ten mile radius of campus food pantry bags before caroling during dead week and will ask families and residents to put canned foods into the bags and put them out on their door steps. The caroling group will then pick up these bags and will sing Christmas carols to them.

The bags will then be donated to different food pantries and shelters around Ames for Christmas.

Donner encouraged all students to participate in the philanthropic caroling this year even if they are not extremely religious. “There is a lot of secular music in caroling,” said Donner, “there is lots of spirit even if it is just singing Frosty the Snowman.”

Both Donner and LeClaire are involved in music at ISU and enjoy “spreading joy” as well as having the opportunity to sing recreationally.

Catholic Student Community and St. Thomas Aquinas coordinate the caroling, which takes place around campus during Dead Week. Courtesy photo: Cody LeClaire/St. Thomas Aquinas

Daddy, Buy Me This! ... and i’ll love you FOREVER!

2011 Scion tC Pure Price $18,995 [Plus fees]

Pure lease $315/mo. [all fees included]

scionofames.com

800-232-4081

22 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Based on The Comic Strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa Original Direction for this version of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown by Michael Mayer Originally Produced in New York by Arthur Whitelaw and Gene Persson

Purchase Tickets at the Iowa State Center Ticket Office, at the door in Fisher Theatre or TicketMaster, 1-800-745-3000.

Holiday fashion

A special thanks to Miss Meyer’s, Ayden Lee, Ames Silversmithing and Studio7 Salon for their styling!

This year’s perfect party dress styles include form-fitting, one-shouldered and metallic. This dress, found at Ayden Lee, fits that perfect equation for fun. You’ll be the life of the party. Photo: Ryan Damman/Iowa State Daily

Fisher Theater www.center.iastate.edu | 515.294.3347 This musical is produced by arrangement with, and the music and dialogue material furnished by TAMS-WITHMARK MUSIC LIBRARY, INC., 500 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022.

Add some sparkle — New Year’s is a stand-out holiday, so make sure you do too with big accessories.

This ring, found at Ames Silversmithing, is a great example. Oh, and make sure not to wear just one!

Photo: Ryan Damman/Iowa State Daily

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

‘Tis the season for a luscious red lip. You can go in any direction with it — dramatic for nights out or play coy with casual cool. Depending on your look, you can balance it out with eye makeup. Photo: Ryan Damman/Iowa State Daily

A black pencil skirt, black pumps and a red jacket are perfect for the holiday season full of work parties and family celebrations. Find these pieces at Miss Meyer’s. Photo: Ryan Damman/Iowa State Daily

“We’re the next best thing to mom and chicken noodle soup.”

Thielen Student Health Center

Holiday Hours:

Holidaily 23

December 20-22 Monday-Wednesday: 7:30am- 4:00pm December 23-25: Closed December 27-30 Monday-Thursday: 7:30am- 4:00pm December 31-January 1: Closed January 3-7 Monday-Friday: 7:30am- 4:00pm January 8: Closed January 10-15: Regular office hours resume.

24 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Faith Directory

St. Andrews

“Committed to

Christ and Community”

Lutheran Church ELCA

Holiday Services

Come Join Us!

Children’s Program Dec 19th, 7pm Dec 24, 7pm Candle light service 6:30pm w/ Christmas Carols 10:15 am Christmas Day Service

Location: West Lincoln Way behind Colorado Junction just one block north of the Red Cy-Ride Route

209 Colorado Ave. Ames, Iowa 515.292.2131 www.standrewsames.org

St. Paul Lutheran Church

University Baptist Church

Sunday Worship Times

www.amesubc.org

8:30 am and 11:00 am • 9:45 am Sunday School • Adult Bible Study

Dec. 1, 8, 15, Midweek Advent Services 7pm Dec. 24, Christmas Eve - 5pm & 7pm Dec. 25, Christmas Day - 9am only Dec. 26, 10am only

Special Christmas Services Dec. 24, Christmas Eve service at 6p.m.

Dec. 26, Service at 10:15 a.m.

The Rev. Dr. Todd Jenks, Pastor, Mary Nelson, Director of Music Ministries, Lori Jenks, Director of St. Paul Preschool

610 15th Street (1 block East of Grand on 15th) Ames, Iowa • 232-5838 • www.saintpaulames.org

LCMS

St. Thomas Aquinas Church and Catholic Student Center

2210 Lincoln Way, Ames 50014 515-292-3810 Across from the Memorial Union parking ramp

Masses

Saturday 4:45 pm Sunday 8:30 & 10:30 am & 7:00 pm (when ISU classes Monday) Thursday Night Liturgy 9:15 pm

Campus Ministers Fr. Jon Seda Fr. Jack McClure Misty Prater Shari Reilly

Opportunities for bible study groups (on campus), service projects, sacraments, prayer, and much more.

Our library and student lounge are open daily for study (Wi-Fi) and meetings.

http://www.STAparish.net

2400 Mortensen Parkway Ames, IA 50014

515.292.5052 pastorubc@isunet.net

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames

Standing on the Side of Love December 24 Sundays 5 pm Room for a Little One, 9:30 & 11:30 am a service for all ages 1015 N. Hyland Ave. 9 pm Lessons, Carols, and Candles

Ames, IA 50014 515-292-5960

uufa@uufames.org uufames.org

Lutheran Campus Ministry Iowa State University

invites you to a candlelight service for Advent and Christmas Wednesday, December 8, 2010 at 9:00pm

Trinity Christian Reformed Church 3626 Ontario Street, Ames, IA

515-292-4676

You will find that our church is warm, inviting and supportive of each other Sunday Morning Worship: 9:30 am Sunday Evening Bible Study: 6:00 pm Church School: 11:00 am Christmas Program & Service - December 12, 9:30 am

University Lutheran Center • 2126 Gable Lane (515) 292-7360

Website

Address

Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Services

Dec. 26 Christmas Day Services

First United Methodist Church

www.fumcames.org

516 Kellogg Ave.

4:30pm, 7:30pm, 10:30pm

No Service

Bethesda Lutheran Church

www.bethesdanet.org

1517 Northwestern Ave.

5:00pm, 10:00pm, 10:30pm

10:00am

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;twas the

Holidaily 25

night before Christmas on Main Street

26 Holidaily Advertising Section | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Gift Guide

Miracle on 34th Street

Check off your gift list on Main Street Want to get away from the chaos and hustle of the busy malls this holiday season? With its wide selection and local feel, downtown Ames makes for the perfect place to get everyone on your gift list crossed off. Check out the categories below for a weekend’s worth of shopping and entertainment in the Main Street area. The local shops offer hours of fun and a variety of unique products and services.

Clothing/Shoes The Loft In addition to trendy resale clothing items, The Loft also sells new jewelry, said manager Tiffany Walker. During the month of December, The Loft is buying winter clothes and prom dresses. It’ll accept winter coats and heavy sweaters, plus the store takes jeans, pants and cocktail dresses all year long.

At The Loft, you can find “today’s fashion at

half the price,” Walker said. She said the store has more than 650 jeans in stock, and the entire database of merchandise is available online at www. theloftatdww.com.

Moorman Clothiers Moorman Clothiers is the only store in Ames that offers merchandise of its kind. Manager Dave Swanson explained that the selection and products are very unique, and customer service is the employees’ first priority.

“Here you will get the customer service you won’t necessarily get at a big store,” Swanson said. “We help our customers pick out what they want — not just say ‘hi,’” he said.

For a holiday party outfit, or any occasion, check out Moorman Clothiers for its upper-end merchandise with welcoming customer service.

Miss Meyer’s Consignment Looking for a holiday gift that no one else will have? Miss Meyer’s consignment shop of-

fers consigned clothing and accessories, along with jewelry from local artists. Owner Katherine Kerns said it is the perfect place for a student to take their mom or grandma when they are in town, because it makes for a perfect girls’ day out.

Lazy M Shoes Cal Dunshee, owner of Lazy M shoes, joined the shoe store one year after it opened. He’s been with the business for almost 40 years now.

Dunshee calls Lazy M shoes the “one-stop shoe store.” He said it offers men’s, women’s and children’s shoes, making it a “family shoe store.”

Dunshee explained that Lazy M keeps up with current trends and fashions, so it will appeal to ISU students. “We offer trendier shoes,” he said.

This season, Dunshee estimated that his top sellers are Uggs, Paladian and OBTB. Dunshee said customers will get quality personal service at his store. “We help our customers through the whole process.”

Octagon gallery shop

Visconta - Lacoste St. Croix - Scott Barber Cutter & Buck - Tommy Bahama

Art is a Gift unique and handcrafted featuring area artists childrens games and toys

Shop Hours M-F 10 am-5:30 pm Thurs eves til 8:00 pm Saturday 10 am - 5:00 pm Additional Holiday Hours Sundays 1:00 - 5:00 pm beginning 11/21

Tues - Fri eves til 7:00 pm beginning 12/14

Bach Conn Selmer Peavey Line 6 Ibanez

Buffet Yamaha Fender Guild Schecter Takamine

515-232-5331 427 Douglas, Ames www.octagonarts.org

Islamic - 600 West - Pendleton Geiger - Karen Kane - Robert Kitchen

Gift Cards Available

Free Mailing Free Gift Wrapping

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Gifts

Holidaily Advertising Section 27

bike accessories, apparel and fitness products. Owner Ronn Ritz explained that his shop is a full service bike shop, which is a unique find. Its website, www. skunkrivercycles.com, is a good source of product information, events and resources offered for cyclists.

Quilting Connection The fun colors and personable staff at Quilting Connection are sure to bring you out of a winter weather slump. The employees describe their shop as warm and cheery. Owner Kelly Irwin explained that each customer gets very personal attention throughout his/her experience at the shop. For inspiration on a new project, or just to visit a warm environment, stop by Quilting Connection and have a chat with one of the friendly employees.

Worldly Goods If you’re looking for unique gifts created by skilled artisans from around the world, then you’ll want to stop in to Worldly Goods this holiday season. The nonprofit retail store provides a fair trade marketplace for artisans from more than 40 different countries. Many of the unique items in Worldly Goods are recycled products, including oil drums that have been hammered into wall art, recycled tire tread crafted into picture frames and beads dug out of clay from the earth.

The store is run by more than 70 volunteers. These volunteers can share personal stories about the artisans who crafted every item. “There’s a unique story with everything,” Melanie Christian, manager of Worldly Goods, said.

“When you buy gifts from this store you’re giving twice. You’re helping the artisan in the other country along with getting a gift for someone else.”

Skunk River Cycles Along with services and repairs for your bike, Skunk River also offers bikes,

Rieman Music According to store manager Derrick Gorsch, the holidays are a good time to purchase instruments as gifts. Whether you’re purchasing a “first instrument” for someone or treating yourself, Rieman Music will have you covered.

“We don’t just sell products, we will set it up and make sure it’s ready to play,” Gorsch said.

The employees at Rieman Music make sure you are ready to go home and play the instrument without any set up or hassle. Anything you purchase at store comes with this service as an extra touch.

Octagon Center for the Arts Besides having a wide range of affordable gifts featuring more than 125 Midwest artists, The Octagon Shop also has award-winning kids games and puzzles, too.

Heather Johnson, executive director of the Octagon Center for the Arts, suggested shoppers purchase gift cards from the art center. “You can give people a gift certificate toward an educational class,” she said. “If you know someone who’s always wanted to try an art class, this is a great way for them to express their creativity.”

The art center gets its name because it originally opened in an octagonshaped building in 1966. “The building was unsafe, so we had to move out in the late ‘60s,” Johnson said.

Now, the shop is nestled among the shops in downtown Ames.

Jewelry Gilger Designs To check someone off of your holiday shopping list or to pick up a little something special for yourself, check out the unique designs of Gilger Designs. Owner Michael Gilger explained that it is the premiere place to shop for fresh designs. “We’re known for high-quality products, and we deliver,” Gilger said.

The store also offers ISU products; so make sure to stop by to pick up a specialized Iowa State pin or pendant for game day or to show your school spirit.

316 Main Street Downtown Ames

Ames Silversmithing

SPECIALS

For your boutique jewelry needs, Nature’s Touch will have you covered. The store features more than 60 artists from all over the globe. Former ISU professor and current owner of Nature’s Touch Pat Redlinger said most of the items range from $2 to $75, so it is easy to find a unique gift for less than $50. The store has unique bags, accessories and even ornaments from places like the Philippines for your holiday needs.

19.5 oz. mugs

NIGHTLY PUB

Nature’s Touch Products from Ames Silversmithing File photo: Iowa State Daily

232-0553 Sunday OldeMainBrewing.com Happy Hour All Day Monday $2.00 Union Member Mugs

DAILY HAPPY HOUR 4-6PM

According to co-owner Karen Youngberg, the jewelry store has something for everyone. You could find a gift priced anywhere from $20 to $200,000. The family-owned business was started almost 35 years ago by Gary Youngberg.

Karen Youngberg said Ames Silversmithing has the largest and biggest selection of stones in the state of Iowa. “We handpick the majority of our stones,” she said.

At Ames Silversmithing, you get more than just a quality piece of jewelry — you also get an education. “We educate our consumer in the diamond process. We emphasize education over a sale,” Youngberg said.

Tuesday $4 Pitchers Wednesday $1 Pints Thursday $2.25 Wells $5 Growler Refills all day

Attention Sports Fans!

Visit us after the ISU Games or Sunday for the NFL Ticket!

$2.25 Pints $2.25 Wells $2 off Appetizers $1 off Glasses of Wine

28 Holidaily Advertising Section | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Bars London Underground After spending the day on your feet, you’ll be ready to relax and sit down with a cool beverage. London Underground is the perfect place for that. The Englishstyle pub is the only bar in Ames without televisions.

Chris Olds, bartender at London Underground, said the owner believes in maintaining an environment that encourages people to act and talk to each other.

“People come for conversations,” Olds said.

Olds recommended that guests try one of their import beers. She said they have about 45 different types. “The bartenders are knowledgeable about our beers. If you tell them what you normally like and they’ll find something for you,” she said.

The low-key, chill atmosphere draws a diverse crowd. Olds said a lot of students and faculty members from Iowa State come to the London Underground to work or study. Olds said she used to be one of those students, which is how she got her job there.

Corner Pocket/DG’s Taphouse Justin Echternacht, manager of Corner Pocket, said his establishment is a perfect

Must be Doin’

place for holiday shoppers to visit when they need a break from their shopping.

Shoppers can “have a couple of drinks and play a few games of pool,” Echternacht said.

Besides having multiple pool tables for customers, the bar has the only 12-foot public snooker table in all of Iowa.

Snooker is a cue sport invented in the 1800s by British Army Officers stationed in India.

“We’re not just a pool hall,” Echternacht said, “We’re a full service bar. We have seven TVs with an NFL package, plus we have free pool on Sundays.”

Sportsman Lounge One of the regulars at Sportsman, Tom, suggested people stop into the bar and “have a drink while they’re shopping to ease tension.” He suggested trying the bar’s holiday drink special, an Eggnog and Brandy.

Happy hour at Sportsman Lounge is Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Besides a good drink, the bar also has highdefinition TVs, which usually are broadcasting sports programs. Tom said the bar subscribes to NFL Sunday ticket, so football is usually on during the weekends.

At Sportsman Lounge, Tom said holiday shoppers will find “good, local people.”

TM

Santa is a Regular.

The GROOM ROOM

Men’s Grooming Center & Salon

Home of the NFL Sunday Ticket

Various import beers offered at the London Underground English-style pub. Photo: Wendy Sloan/Iowa State Daily

“Look better, feel better... THINK BETTER.”

Something Right.

123 Main

The bar area of Olde Main in downtown Ames. During the holiday season, the bar brews its own chocolate porter on site. Photo: Wendy Sloan/Iowa State Daily

303 Main St. Ames, IA 50010 515.232.9935 www.TheGroom-Room.com

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Food Grove Cafe How many people can say they’ve had the best breakfast in Iowa?

According to the Food Network Magazine July/August 2010 issue, The Grove was chosen as Iowa’s best breakfast joint. Varieties of fluffy inch-thick pancakes, homemade syrup and omelets, along with much more are all available at the cozy restaurant.

Every so often there is a new specialty pancake, and each Sunday the cafe features a specialty omelet.

Owner Larry Goodale explained that the weekend before Christmas, a special chocolate-covered cherry pancake will be available. The friendly staff and open kitchen make you feel right at home. After one bite, you will want to be a regular.

Olde Main Brewing Co. If you’ve never been to Olde Main before, you should try their signature dish, chicken tortellini, said Heather Courtney, marketing director. “It’ll never change because it’s so popu-

lar,” she said. “It’s delightful and very rich.”

While you’re there, you have to try one of the specialty beers they brew in the restaurant. During the holidays, Olde Main has a special Reindeer Fuel Chocolate Porter, which has 45 pounds of chocolate infused in it.

If you’re in the mood for something sweet after dinner, Courtney suggested ordering from their dessert menu. “We make all of our own desserts,” she said.

While the Olde Main cheesecake is the signature dessert, Courtney mentioned that their carrot cake is “to die for” as well.

Errands Lynn’s Car and Pet Wash While doing some holiday shopping on Main Street, make sure to get some errands done, too. Run your car through Lynn’s Car and Pet Wash.

Available services include a touch less laser automatic self-serve bay, a large vehicle bay and conveniently enough, a self-serve pet wash, said owner Ryan Davis.

Raspberry rhubarb pancake from Grove Cafe.

Photo: Wendy Sloan/Iowa State Daily

The Ames Cupcake Emporium For lunch, followed by an afternoon treat, head to Cupcake Emporium. The shop offers lunch items such as soup and sandwiches, along with six options of cupcakes that change daily. The cupcakes are baked fresh everyday. The most popular flavors are white chocolate raspberry and peanut butter cup, said Tawnya Verr, the owner of Cupcake Emporium.

Holidaily Advertising Section 29

Chocolate, vanilla and red velvet cupcakes from The Cupcake Emporium. Photo: Wendy Sloan/ Iowa State Daily

The Groom Room Men looking for some pampering should stop by The Groom Room for their next haircut. “Our signature service is the hot towel neck shave with a message afterwards,” said owner Troy Tinnean.

The service comes with every haircut.

Another relaxing aspect of the men’s hair salon is that all of the products sold are the same brand — American Crew.

“It makes it a one-stop shop for a guy. Get a haircut and pick up hair products all in one place,” Tinnean said.

The convenience and special services at The Groom Room allow men to relax while getting that haircut checked off of the “to-do” list.

This Holiday

Discover... a unique jewelry boutique!

cally. Act globally.

Shop lo

Jewelry from over 60 artists Most items under $50 Sterling, Pearls, Glass, Bracelet Watches, Paperweights, Baggallini…and so much more!

ALL 311 Main • Downtown Ames 233-6179 www.NaturesTouchJewelry.com

~

Open Daily through Dec. 24

~

C L O T H I N G C O N S I G N M E N T LC 432 5th Street | Ames | (515)-598-4471 M- CLOSED · TUES/SAT 10-5 · WED/TH/FRI 10-7 · SUN 1-5

www.MissMeyersConsignment.com

DED HA N D CRAFTED & FAIRLY TRA tries

un from 40 Co

30 Holidaily Advertising Section | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Main Street: Well worth the trip Events planner shares diverse options downtown

By Wendy Sloan and Jolie Monroe @iowastatedaily.com Have you ever woken up on a Sunday morning craving a homemade omelet or a one-inch thick pancake? Or, are you frustrated that everyone on campus seems to have the same clothes as you? It may be time to take a trip to downtown Ames to visit the Main Street Cultural District.

Jennifer Schill, events planner for the Main Street Cultural District, said that she thinks students don’t visit Main Street:. They don’t know about Main Street; they think traveling to Main Street is too difficult or time-consuming; and they don’t realize what the shopping district has to offer.

However, Schill described several reasons why students should venture out this holiday season and take a trip to Main Street.

Main Street has unique shops

Schill said that shoppers can find a unique gift for anyone on their list if they choose to

The Octagon features numerous types of artwork that feature local artists. Photo: Abigail Barefoot/Iowa State Daily

GIFTS.p31 >>

Stop in and see our complete selection Treat Yourself to Some Holiday Fun With Skunk River Cycles

Classic Cardy Black & Gray

• Keep fit on your bike all year round with indoor cycle trainers • Gift certificates--one size fits all!

• Warm gear for cold days • Snowboard and ski tuning • Ski and board carriers --Thule & Yakima • Cross country ski sales and rentals • Fitness equipment • Free Christmas Layaway

Classic Tall Brown

Classic Short Chestnut Bellvue II Brown

Fisher CrossCountry Skis

NOW deferred interest for 12 months!*

Raleigh Schwinn Marin GT Cannondale SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS

MON.TUES.WED.FRI.SAT 10AM -6P M • THURS 10AM -8P M • SUN in DEC 1PM -5P M

232 Main • Downtown Ames• 232-1664

308 Main Street, Downtown Ames, 515-232-0322 www.skunkrivercycles.com

*Qualified Buyers

Holidaily Advertising Section 31

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily | >>SCHILL.p30

Main Street supports Ames

shop on Main Street. “The stores offer items that you won’t find in other stores,” she said.

Mike Rayford, sophomore in marketing, agreed that the items shoppers can find on Main Street are distinctive. “The merchandise is meaningful because not everyone else is going to have it,” he said. The selection might be more limited than what would be found at a mall, but Rayford said this is a good thing because “it makes the shopping seem more personalized.”

Shopping on Main Street also helps the Ames community. Schill said purchasing items from Main Street puts money back in the local economy.

Rayford explained that by shopping on Main Street, students support the local businesses, and the stores offer a special family feel.

Main Street provides quality customer service One of the appeals to Main Street is that the store owners provide personal service to their customers.

Schill explained that shoppers are usually working directly with store owners while they shop. “They can help you find exactly what you’re looking for,” she said. “And, if they don’t have what you want, they will either find a way to get it to you or direct you to another store to find it.”

Besides the customer service, Rayford said he enjoys the local feel Main Street offers. Recently, Rayford went to Gilger Designs to purchase a gift. He was welcomed into the store by the owners and their dog. One of the owners walked Rayford through the sale and helped him pick out the perfect gift for his taste and price range.

Something for everyone

One common misconception about Main Street is that it is not targeted at college-aged students.

However, there are many shops that offer a wide variety of merchandise for all ages. “I could find something for anyone in my family,” Rayford explained.

Schill mentioned that the shopping area provides a variety of stores that appeal to college students. The district offers restaurants, bars, chocolate stores, a cupcake place and numerous shoe stores, jewelers and clothing stores. With such a wide variety, shoppers are sure to find something for everyone on their list.

GIFTS.p32 >>

Businesses on Main Street prepare for the holidays. Photo: Abigail Barefoot/Iowa State Daily

Open 24 Hours, Sunday thru Thursday 7 AM - 10 PM , Friday & Saturday

HOLIDAY SERVICES

home

• Holiday Letterhead Papers

• Holiday/ Solid Envelopes

• Return Address Labels

• FedEx / UPS Shipping

Deluxe 12-Month Calendar New $19.95 Deluxe Laminated 12-Month $25.95 New Monthly Tear-Off Calendar $9.95 Year-at-a-Glance Calendar (11”x17”) $7.95 Theme Calendar (8”x11”) $3.95

orks ®

Nove

S 6

* bulk rates available

• DEPLOYED SOLIDERS: near or far

14 21

28

Monda

y

Sunday

4

10 17 24

T

12

1 8 15

20

S 7

W

1

2

8

9

T

Wedne

11

sday

Wednesday

6

10

Thursday

7

11

12

14

15

16

17

18

22

19

23

27

24

28

25

29

26

30

M 2 9

Friday

8

T 3

W 4 18

23

24

25

30

31

T 5

11

17

22

12

14

21

15

22

9 14S

F 6 13

7

15

14

19

20

21

26

27

28

25

10

26 16 17

Christmas

3

9

10

16

17

ay

3 20

8

21

Saturday

2

Saturd

2

19

January 2012 10

16

7

13

Friday

18

5

21

29

12

Thursd

ay

S

4

27

23

24

Winter Begins

28

29

30

31

22

26

28

5

1

F

3

13

25

14 21

T

6

20

S

18

19 26

19

F 6 13

20 27

M 7

13

S 5

11 18

25

12

F

4

November 2011

S 6

11

Tuesday

Tuesda

y

5

Monday

1

4

2011

T 3

Christmas

PROVIDE US YOUR PHOTOS VIA:

Sunday

2012

5 12 19

26

16 23

30

W 4

11 18

25

W 2

9

15 22

29

T

3 10 17

24 31

T 1

8

January

M 2

9 16 23

30

mber

M

7

13 20 27

S 1 8 15 22 29

105 Welch Avenue Ames, Iowa 50014 (515) 292.3630 ames@copyworks.com

2011

December

copyw

mber

• FRIENDS: boyfriend, girlfriend, best friend, etc.

2011

copyworks ®

Dece

• FAMILY: parents, grandparents, children, etc.

• SCHOOL: teachers, coaches, etc.

• Personalized Holiday Cards

Custom Calendars

Send them a little piece of

• WORK: customers, co-workers, employees, etc.

39¢ • Color Holiday Letters

27

23

Winte

r Begin

s

24

28 29 30 31

DROP-OFF LOCATION

32 Holidaily Advertising Section | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010 >>GIFTS.p31 “I wasn’t treated like ‘just another customer.’ You could tell that they were really proud of their merchandise and were happy to sell it to me.”

Find it easily

Main Street is less than two miles from campus. By car, it is a short ride.

The shopping area offers plenty of parking along the street in front of the stores. ‘For students who don’t want to pay for parking, Schill said, there are two-hour and four-hour free parking lots located behind the businesses.

“If you have a car there is no reason not to come,” she said.

For students without their own means of transportation, Schill mentioned that CyRide has a stop only a few blocks away from the shops.

Whichever way you need to travel to Main Street, Schill encourages students to make that effort.

“You’ll be surprised at what you find,” she said.

Schill said the district is working to increase its appeal to the student population.

“We are targeting both events and advertising to students,” she said.

Worldly Goods has many different types of homemade holiday ornaments that make good gifts or something to put on your personal tree. Photo: Abigail Barefoot/Iowa State Daily

Rieman Music on Main Street features instruments. Photo: Abigail Barefoot/Iowa State Daily

Chester’s Coins & Gifts

Score

221 Main Street Store Hours: Ames, IA 50010 Tues-Fri 10-5:30 515-232-9222 Sat 10-4 ChestersCoins.com

With

Santa!

We BUY & SELL Gold, Silver & Coins!

6 Flavors Baked Fresh Daily Over 60 Flavors Available!

Pre-Order your holiday cupcakes

CH

TODAY!

ESTER’S

call or stop by

Exp: 12/31/10

Bring in for 10% off entire purchase!

Hours: M-W 9-7pm | Th-Sat 9-8pm 300 Main Street | 515.232.0124 www.amescupcakes.com Check out “Ames Cupcake Emporium” on Facebook and Twitter!

ll to get a ct place e f r e e n p o d e Th pping iday sho l o h r u ! o e y k going bro without

Follow us on

CO INS TS & GIF

es own am DOWnt llogg 408 Ke 53 232-90 e a r in g .c o m w

t t h e lo f t a

duckwo

rth

Wine Making Beer Brewing • Equipment kits – $95 & up • Ingredient juice kits – $65 & up (makes 30 bottles)

• Equipment kits – $69 & up!

• Ingredient kits – $40 (makes 2 cases)

Fun to make, Fun to drink!

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily Advertising Section 33

Take your taste buds on an international adventure!

“With This Ring...”

AMES SILVERSMITHING DESIGNERS & GOLDSMITHS

220 Main

www.amessilversmithing.com

232-0080

34 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Look Like A Million For Under A Hundred

m

Goldsmiths and designers, we provide contemporary originals.

All originals Copyright Gilger.

1.60 carats of diamonds in 18k gold.

18k gold, rose gold and platinum with 1.22 carats of rubies and .20 carats of diamond.

232-0678 | 236 Main Street | www.gilgerdesigns.com

Fabrics • Notions • Patterns Classes • Gifts • Books

A

Stitch In Time

m

Coat $12.25 Dress $63.50 Heels $9.25

Preserves Memories For a Lifetime

Hours: Mon/Thur: 10am-8pm

238 Main ST Downtown Ames, IA

Tue/Wed/Fri: 10am-5:30pm

(515)233-3048

Sat: 10am-5pm

IAQUILTS.com

Clothing courtesy of The Loft Photo Courtesy: Trey Hemmingsen Model: Melissa Beriault

Wednesday, December 1, 2010 | Iowa State Daily |

Holidaily 35

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Twas the night before

Christmas and all through the house...

there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a thing to eat.

Thank goodness for

Ameseats.com

36 Holidaily | Iowa State Daily | Wednesday, December 1, 2010

holiday happenings

Art the Tree - Kids help decorate Art the Tree. Located at Santaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Winter Wonderland in center court.

Visit Santa - Share your wishes with Santa. Professional photo packages available.

Shop your favorite stores: Younkers, JCPenney, Express, The Buckle, Bath and Body Works, Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Secret, GAP, and more.

Dash away, dash away to North Grand Mall. Greet Santa, Eat Lunch and SHOP for all!

2801 Grand Avenue, Ames | (515) 232-3679