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2730 Graham St
Ames, IA 50014
515.232.3687
800.873.2730
Fax: 515.232.3739
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| "Guide to the Best of Ames" since 1951! Includes Ames map, comprehensive listing of live music, theater, gallery exhibits, ISU sports, Ames High events and more! FREE-Available everywhere. Published quarterly. |
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| Ames Community Arts Council |
312 Main St. Ste 201
PO Box 1842
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.6110
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| A non-profit coordinating organization for over 30 years, ACAC promotes the arts in Ames providing information on local theater, concerts, dance, comedy and art shows. |
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| Ames Community Theater ACTORS, Inc. |
120 Abraham Dr
PO Box 1548
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.2073
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| Tickets available at Gallery 319 (310 Main Street, Ames, IA) or by calling 515.232.2354. A variety of live theatrical presentations and educational opportunities for all ages. |
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| Enjoy locally grown, fresh produce, baked goods and quality, handmade crafts. Located outdoors May through October and indoors at the Main Street depot all year round. www.amesfarmersmarket.com |
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| Ames' local history organization presents programs and exhibits. Takes care of an artifact collection. |
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1500 Gateway Hills Park Dr
Ames, IA 50014
515.239.5350
Fax: 515.239.5325
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515 Douglas Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.239.5656
Fax: 515.232.4571
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| VOTED BEST MASSAGE in Story County for 2008 (third year in a row) – “The Tribune” June 18, 2008.
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| Fifth generation family farm provides locally grown produce each summer, "pick your own pumpkins" and hayrides each fall. Farm tours and trolley rides, available by appointment. |
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| Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad |
225 10th St
Box 603
Boone, IA 50036
515.432.4249
800.626.0319
Fax: 515.432.4253
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| An historical, educational railroad museum providing excursion train rides across the beautiful Des Moines River valley. Tickets available online at www.scenic-valleyrr.com. |
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295 Scheman Bldg
Iowa State Center
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.3342
Fax: 515.294.7070
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| The state's only accredited museum emphasizing a decorative arts collection and located within a performing arts complex. Lectures, receptions and tours available. Open Tuesday - Friday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m; Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m. |
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| Butterfly Day Spa offers many spa services including facials, massages, body treatments, manicures, pedicures, and body waxing. All performed in a relaxing environment. Call for details. |
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| Christian Petersen Art Museum |
Iowa State University
Morrill Hall
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.3342
Fax: 515.294.7070
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| Named for the nation's first campus artist-in-residence, who sculpted at Iowa State from 1934-1955. Exhibitions focus on Petersen's art and contemporary changing exhibitions. Open Monday- Friday 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. |
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| We produce one-of-a-kind hand-blown pieces, available for sale year round. Public demonstrations can be arranged, fall through spring. Special orders available. See samples on our Web site. |
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Iowa State University
Farm House Lane
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.7426
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| This National Historic Landmark is a fully restored home reflecting the period between 1860-1910. First building built on Iowa State campus. Open by appointment. Call for information. |
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1609 Golden Aspen Dr
Ste 102
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5699
Fax: 515.233.6899
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| Call us for disc jockeys, mechanical bulls, climbing walls, Euro Bundy Unit, interactive inflatable games, and more! We'll set everything up at your location or help you find the perfect place! |
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1875 Peach Ave
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3216
Fax: 515.795.2619
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| Hundreds of cultivated trees, shrubs and flowers can be enjoyed in this 378 acre "Library of Living Plants." Call for guided tours. |
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Scheman Bldg
Ste 4
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.3347
877.THE.CENTER
Fax: 515.294.3349
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| Whether it's grace and beauty of the performing arts, the excitement of ISU Athletics, or creativity of concerts, it's all waiting for you at the Iowa State Center. Our staff will give you the star treatment. |
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| Iowa State University Museums |
Scheman Bldg 290
Iowa State Center
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.3342
Fax: 515.294.7070
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| Brunnier Art Museum, Christian Petersen Art Museum, Farm House Museum, Art on Campus Collection, and Elizabeth and Byron Anderson Sculpture Garden |
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| It's all about ME! Boutique & Spa |
209 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.1399
Fax: 515.233.1991
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| Our boutique offers Bare Escentuals “bareMinerals” products and md formulations skin care, plus a full line of gifts and personal care products. Visit our spa to enjoy a facial, massage, body wrap, reflexology, eyelash extensions and more. Gift cards available.
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| Jazz for your special event, meeting or occasion. Solo performers up to larger groups. Playing favorites from the Beatles, Harry Connick, Jr. and Diana Krall. |
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330 Main St
Ste 101
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.5522
Fax: 515.233.5612
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| Stop in for Paint-Your-Own-Pottery, mosaics, clay hand building, and the exciting process of glass fusion. Special event parties available. We're a mobile studio, can't join us, we can bring the party to you! |
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| The Left Bank Studio is a creative oasis, luring parched souls thirsting for creative gifts. Two-hour classes also available in watercolor, ceramic or plastic.
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| Main Street Cultural District |
312 1/2 Main Street
Ste 201
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3472
Fax: 515.232.9124
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| Over 50 locally owned specialty retail shops and restaurants. Annual events include Tune in to Main Street, ArtWalk, 4th of July Parade and Festival, MusicWalk & Holiday Open House. |
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Iowa State Memorial Union
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.2969
Fax: 515.294.0215
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| Evening entertainment with local and national artists. |
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| Mamie Doud Eisenhower Birthplace |
709 Carroll Street
Boone, IA 50036
515-432-1896
515-432-1907
Fax: 515-432-2571
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| Memorial Union Underground, Iowa State University |
Recreation Center
2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.1233
Fax: 515.294.1105
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| The newly remodeled Recreation Center (basement level) offers a wide variety of games including: pool tables, bowling lanes with automatic scoring, CD jukebox, chess/checker tables, darts, air hockey, foosball, and arcade and pinball games. |
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2801 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.3679
Fax: 515.232.3086
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| JCPenney, Younkers and over 50 specialty stores. Open Monday - Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday Noon-5pm; holiday and department store hours may vary. |
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| Octagon Center for the Arts |
427 Douglas Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.5331
Fax: 515.232.5088
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| Art shop offers unique jewelry, pottery, paintings, cards and other items by area artists. Free admission to art galleries. Galleries available to rent for special events. Classes year-round. Octagon Art Festival last Sunday in September. |
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| Papa's Corner Bar & Grill |
2430 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.2100
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| Fun - Food - Entertainment. Cornerstone of Campustown for 100 years. Largest TV screen in Ames. Live entertainment Fridays & Saturdays. |
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| Prairie Moon Winery and Vineyards |
3801 W. 190th Street
Ames, IA 50014
515.232.2747
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| Located 3 miles north of Ames. Our organically grown grapes range from classic Pinot Noir to 10 varieties of French hybrid grapes. Offering a wide range of wines to fit all tastes. Join us Sundays from 3-6 pm for live outdoor music June - October. |
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1407 University Blvd (formerly Elwood Dr)
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.2710
Fax: 515.294.4817
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| Beautiful 14-acres outside plus tropical and live butterfly conservatories and gift shop inside. Private rentals, tours and catering. Year round holiday events and displays. Open daily at 9:00 am |
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| Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area |
209 W 5th St
Suite E
Waterloo, IA 50704
515.234.4567
Fax: 319.234.8228
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| Spanning 37 counties in Northeast Iowa, the story of American agriculture comes to life at more than 100 sites within this National Park Service affiliate. |
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| Snus Hill Vineyard and Winery |
2183 320th St
Madrid, IA 50156
515.795.3535
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| An Iowa winery and vineyard producing wines from American and French-American grapes. Located on a four generation family farm. Scenic views, banquet facilities, tasting rooms and gift shop. |
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| Story City Antique Carousel |
618 Broad Street
Story City, IA 50248
515.733.4214
Fax: 515.733.4504
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| Antique carousel. Built in 1913 by Herschel/Spillman. Horses, pigs, roosters, dogs, chariots and a spinning tub. Original Wurlitzer Military Band Organ. Enclosed. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day. |
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| Story City Greater Chamber Connection |
602 Broad St
Story City, IA 50248
515.733.4214
Fax: 515.733.4504
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| Offering the best of small town life, only minutes away from Ames. This small town with Scandinavian roots offers attractions, dining, shopping, services and recreation. Come see what we're all about! |
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| Story County Conservation Center |
56461 180th St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2516
Fax: 515.232.6989
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| Providing performance opportunities for children in grades 3-12, directing opportunities for ISU Theatre students and professionally-produced shows for Ames and surrounding communities.
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2610 Northridge Pkwy
Ames, IA 50010
515.268.4644
877.268.4644
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| Pamper yourself in a sophisticated Italian villa setting, enjoy the ultimate hand and foot treatments, body wraps, massage and our luxurious Alpha Capsule, personal dry heat sauna.
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15065 NE White Oak Drive
Cambridge, IA 50046
515.367.7777
Fax: 515.367.7780
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| Nestled among acres of vines in the White Oak Creek Valley, our vineyards provide an excellent place for special events. Spacious and rustic, country style building seats up to 265. Live music every Friday night.
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