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Mar 12
Fri
ISU Tennis vs. Missouri

Cheer on the ISU Tennis Team as they take on Missouri!

Mar 12
Fri
Distinguished Scholar Series - Morgan Swink

College of Business 25th Anniversary Distinguished Scholar Series honors Morgan Swink.

Mar 12
Fri
Dance Social

The dance social is hosted by the ISU Ballroom Dance Club. Singles are welcome and dress is casual.

Mar 13
Sat
Spring Pancake Breakfast and Pruning Workshop

Iowa Arboretum will host a Spring Pancake Breakfast and Pruning Workshop to celebrate the start of spring.

Mar 13
Sat
Fall Ciccotti Art Open House

Visit the Art Ciccotti Gallery for a fall open house.

Mar 13
Sat
3rd Annual Turkey Calling Contest

Categories from amateur to pro, all ages. Sponsored by the Boone County National Wild Turkey Federation and JAX.

Mar 14
Sun
ISU Tennis vs. Colorado

Cheer on the ISU Tennis Team as they take on Colorado!

Mar 14
Sun
Argentine Tango Practica Class

Join this Milonga (dance party), a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance.

Mar 14
Sun
SUB Film: The Blind Side

Enjoy a showing of the film, The Blind Side.

Mar 14
Sun
Concert: Bowerbirds with Why Make Clocks

Enjoy a performance by Bowerbirds and Why Make Clocks. Their acoustic/Americana sound is for fans of artists like Megafaun, The Dodos, and Dirty Projectors.

Mar 15
Mon
High School Track & Field Classic

Come out and cheer on your favorite high school girls track stars!

Mar 16
Tue
Art in the Garden: Behind the Scenes

"Art in the Garden."Attend a new presentation each month to learn more about Reiman Gardens and its many plants and butterflies.

Mar 16
Tue
High School Track & Field Classic

Come out and cheer on your favorite high school boys track stars!

Mar 18
Thu
ISU Tennis vs. Cleveland State

Cheer on the ISU Tennis Team as they take on Cleveland State!

Mar 18
Thu
ISU Tennis vs. South Dakota

Cheer on the ISU Tennis Team as they take on South Dakota!

Mar 20
Sat
Bunny Invites Kids to North Grand Mall

The larger-than-life Easter Bunny is back for the spring kick-off at North Grand Mall.

Mar 21
Sun
NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament

Cheer on NCAA Women's Basketball at the 1st round fo tournaments!

Mar 23
Tue
NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament

Cheer on NCAA Women's Basketball at the 2nd round tournaments!

Mar 23
Tue
Avenue Q (Ages 13 and up)

Avenue Q is the musical story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account.

Mar 24
Wed
CSI: Live

The world’s number one television franchise is about to hit the stage! Mad Science presents CSI: LIVE!, an exciting, interactive journey through the fascinating world of crime scene investigation.

Mar 25
Thu
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon...

ISU Theatre presents: The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon Marigolds by Paul Zindel

Mar 25
Thu
Be Not Afraid: An Alternative to the War on Terror

Tom Cordaro has been involved with faith-based peace and justice work for over thirty years as a local, regional and national organizer.

Mar 25
Thu
Spring Open House at Blumsters on Main

Come enjoy this one-of-a-kind shopping and dinning experience as we celebrate spring with a three day open house.

Mar 26
Fri
Soup Super at the Iowa Arboretum

Warm yourself from the inside out with hot soup and good company.

Mar 26
Fri
Global Gala

Come enjoy a night of celebrating our world's diversity!

Mar 26
Fri
State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa

Learn about science and see cool projects at the Science and Technology Fair!

Mar 26
Fri
Mortar Matters Masonry Restoration Workshop

Mortar Matters Masonry Restoration Workshop

Mar 26
Fri
Gospel Extravaganza

This annual event hosted by CONNECT, includes gospel music, praise dancing and spoken word to create a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.

Mar 26
Fri
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon...

ISU Theatre presents: The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon Marigolds by Paul Zindel

Mar 26
Fri
Brunnier in Bloom

Brunnier in Bloom at the Brunnier Art Museum

Mar 26
Fri
Distinguished Scholar Series - Shyam Sunder

College of Business 25th Anniversary Distinguished Scholar Series honors Shyam Sunder.

Mar 27
Sat
Lecture: Climate Change and Grasslands

Alan Knapp will be presenting a lecture titled "Climate Change and Grasslands." Alan is a professor and senior ecologist in the Department of Biology at Colorado State University.

Mar 27
Sat
Brunnier in Bloom

Brunnier in Bloom at the Brunnier Art Museum

Mar 27
Sat
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon...

ISU Theatre presents: The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon Marigolds by Paul Zindel

Mar 27
Sat
State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa

Learn about science and see cool projects at the Science and Technology Fair!

Mar 27
Sat
Iowa Odyssey of the Mind State Finals

Odyssey of the Mind competition and awards ceremony.

Mar 28
Sun
Ames Town and Gown: Concert

Enjoy a concert featuring Jesse Blumberg, Deborah Selig, and Cameron Stowe.

Mar 28
Sun
The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon...

ISU Theatre presents: The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-In-The-Moon Marigolds by Paul Zindel

Mar 28
Sun
Brunnier in Bloom

Brunnier in Bloom at the Brunnier Art Museum

Mar 29
Mon
"No Apology" Book Discussion with Mitt Romney

Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney will speak on his new book "No Apology: The Case for American Greatness."

Mar 29
Mon
Lecture: Engineering the Future

Jonathan Wickert, dean of Iowa State's College of Engineering, will speak on how today's students can become leaders for a cleaner, healthier, safer, and more sustainable world.

Mar 30
Tue
Lecture: Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead

Frank Meeink speaks about his descent into America's Nazi underground and his ultimate triumph over hatred and addiction.

Mar 30
Tue
Ames Historical Society Lecture

Ames Historical Society Lecture Series Presents: "Stanton Memorial Carillon" by Bob Lindemeyer

Mar 31
Wed
Catholicism on Eco-justice by Anne Clifford

Anne Clifford is the Msgr. James Supple Chair of Catholic Studies in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at Iowa State.

Mar 31
Wed
ArtWalk – New Sites & Old Favorites

Join Amanda Hall, Interpretation Specialist, as she takes you on a tour of selections from the Art on Campus Collection.

Mar 31
Wed
"Where's the Math" by Juanita Copley

Juanita Copley, who is recognized internationally for her work in early childhood mathematics, will be giving a lecture titled, "Where is the Math?"

Apr 1
Thu
Marriage Equality Forum: A Legal Perspective

Camilla Taylor was lead counsel when the Iowa Supreme Court voted unanimously that the state's same-sex marriage ban violates constitutional rights.

Apr 1
Thu
Artist Showcase, Christian Petersen Museum

All are welcome to a forum for local artists interested in sharing their works of art with other artists and the larger Ames community.

Apr 2
Fri
ISU Tennis vs. Nebraska

Cheer on the ISU Tennis Team as they take on Nebraska!

Apr 3
Sat
BSVRR Dinner Train Season Begins

The Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad begins its dinner train season through November 30, 2010.

Apr 3
Sat
28th Annual Iowa State Fashion Show

This annual spring tradition showcases the design work of students in Iowa State's Apparel Merchandising, Design, and Production program. The Fashion Show is organized and run by students.

Apr 3
Sat
2010 Central Iowa Shed & Antler Scoring Contest

Compitition is open to anyone in three different categories – Antler Scoring, Shed Scoring, and largest deer shot by a youth under 16.

Apr 3
Sat
Light Music Concert by Raja

The India Cultural Association presents Swaraanjali: Light Music Concert by Raja. This concert will feature music from Bollywood, Koliwood and Tolliwood.

Apr 4
Sun
Inside the Artist’s Studio with Jennifer Drinkwate

Get a unique look into the life and creative process of an artist.

Apr 5
Mon
Animal Planet's Jeff Corwin

Animal Planet's Jeff Corwin will be giving a lecture titled, "The Race to Save Earth's Most Endangered Species."

Apr 7
Wed
President's Lecture in Chemistry

Geraldine L. Richmond will be presenting a lecture title, "President's Lecture in Chemistry."

Apr 7
Wed
Rights and Responsibilities of the Press

Richard Doak, ISU Professor, will be giving a lecture titled "Balancing the Rights and Responsibilities of the Press," as part of the First Amendment Days Celebration.

Apr 7
Wed
How to Pass the Flaming Baton

Lecture: "How to Pass the Flaming Baton: Managing, Mentoring, and Moving On" by Regenia Bailey.

Apr 7
Wed
The Time to Relax is When You Don't Have Time

Lecture: "The Time to Relax is When You Don't Have Time For It: Finding More Balance in Your Life" by Regenia Bailey.

Apr 8
Thu
Lecture: Watchdog Journalism in the 21st Century

As part of First Amendment Day, Joe Mahr's lecture, “Watchdog Journalism in the 21st Century", will discuss the importance of maintaining the watchdog function.

Apr 8
Thu
A Conversation: Art and Writing

Come hear a talk about creative processes and the relationship between images and language.

Apr 9
Fri
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 9
Fri
Future Problem Solvers State Bowl

The Future Problem Solvers State Bowl topic of discussion will be on Food Distribution.

Apr 9
Fri
All IA Attack, Midwest Festival of Teams B-Ball

The AIA Midwest Festival of Teams is the 3rd-11th grade boys AAU basketball tournament of the spring!

Apr 9
Fri
Dad/Youth Overnight

Bring your dad, uncle, grandpa, or significant adult male and come to Camp Hantesa for a night of fun!

Apr 10
Sat
Dad/Youth Overnight

Bring your dad, uncle, grandpa, or significant adult male and come to Camp Hantesa for a night of fun!

Apr 10
Sat
Des Moines Big Band and the AHS Jazz Band

The ISU Jazz Entrepreneurship Program Presents: Des Moines Big Band and the Ames High School Jazz Band.

Apr 10
Sat
All IA Attack, Midwest Festival of Teams B-Ball

The AIA Midwest Festival of Teams is the 3rd-11th grade boys AAU basketball tournament of the spring!

Apr 10
Sat
Future Problem Solvers State Bowl

The Future Problem Solvers State Bowl topic of discussion will be on Food Distribution.

Apr 10
Sat
Fall Ciccotti Art Open House

Visit the Art Ciccotti Gallery for a fall open house.

Apr 10
Sat
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 10
Sat
Ames Parks & Rec Youth Dance, Gymnastics, & ...

Ames Parks & Recreation Youth Dance, Gymnastics & Cheerleading

Apr 11
Sun
Gallery Walk – Polyphonic Abstraction

Take an opportunity to join University Museums director Lynette Pohlman, for an in-depth look at the exhibition Polyphonic Abstraction: Paintings and Maquettes.

Apr 11
Sun
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 11
Sun
ISU Tennis vs. Texas Tech

Cheer on the ISU Tennis Team as they take on Texas Tech!

Apr 11
Sun
Monroe Crossing Bluegrass Mass Concert

Ames Chamber Artists will host a special concert that will feature two special guest groups, the Iowa State Singers and the Minnesota blue grass band Monroe Crossing.

Apr 11
Sun
All IA Attack, Midwest Festival of Teams B-Ball

The AIA Midwest Festival of Teams is the 3rd-11th grade boys AAU basketball tournament of the spring!

Apr 14
Wed
ArtWalk – New Sites & Old Favorites

Join Nancy Gebhart, educator of visual literacy and learning, as she takes you on a tour of new sites and old favorites from the Art on Campus Collection.

Apr 14
Wed
From GILBERT GRAPE to THE HEIGHTS

Peter Hedges, writer and director, will be giving a presentation on the screenplays, novels and films he has created.

Apr 15
Thu
Distinguished Scholar Series-Mark Flannery

College of Business 25th Anniversary Distinguished Scholar Series honors Mark Flannery.

Apr 15
Thu
Poetry Reading:Camille Dungy

A poetry reading titled "What to Eat, What to Drink, What to Leave for Poison," will be presented by Camille Dungy.

Apr 15
Thu
28th Annual Fashion Show Exhibition & Catalog

The ISU Textiles and Clothing Fashion Show will Create and exhibit featuring its first and second place winners for the 2010 Fashion Show.

Apr 16
Fri
Celebrate Singing Choral Festival

Experience the biennial musical performance, hosted by the Ames Children's Choir.

Apr 16
Fri
Dr. Drew on Addiction, Sex and Relationships

Dr. Drew has been helping young adults with relationship, sexuality, and drug addiction problems for almost three decades.

Apr 16
Fri
Guys and Dolls

ISU Theatre presents: Guys and Dolls. Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows; Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser

Apr 16
Fri
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 16
Fri
VEISHEA Opening Ceremony

VEISHEA 2010 is scheduled for April 12-18. VEISHEA is an annual celebration held at Iowa State each spring, and one of its oldest traditions.

Apr 17
Sat
Spring Fever Mini-Symposium

Iowa Arboretum will host renowned garden designers Scott Ogden and Lauren Springer.

Apr 17
Sat
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 17
Sat
Guys and Dolls

ISU Theatre presents: Guys and Dolls. Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows; Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser

Apr 18
Sun
Luna Negra with Turtle Island String Quartet

Luna Negra Dance Theater will collaborate with the bold and ingenious Grammy Award-winning Turtle Island Quartet.

Apr 18
Sun
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 21
Wed
Food Science and Humanitarianism - Alex Buchanan

Alex Buchanan is a food scientist who has developed such products as infant foods and high-protein biscuits for use in developing countries and disaster relief.

Apr 22
Thu
A Walk in the Woods – Different Perspectives...

An artist and a botanist will compare and contrast their experiences with observation based research and discovery.

Apr 22
Thu
Cabaret

From the creators of the hit musical Chicago, Cabaret features show-stopping choreography, dazzling costumes and some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre.

Apr 22
Thu
Artist's Showcase

Artist's Showcase at the Christian Petersen Art Museum

Apr 23
Fri
Nate the Great

Introducing the latest and greatest in the grand tradition of crime-solving detectives like Sherlock Holmes, Nero Wolfe and Charlie Chan... Nate! Nate the Great, that is.

Apr 23
Fri
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 23
Fri
Lecture by Lilly Ledbetter

Lilly Ledbetter gained national recognition when in 2007 the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a jury's ruling in the pay equity law suit she had won almost a decade before.

Apr 23
Fri
Dad/Youth Overnight

Bring your dad, uncle, grandpa, or significant adult adult male and come to Camp Hantesa for a night of fun!

Apr 24
Sat
Dad/Youth Overnight

Bring your dad, uncle, grandpa, or significant adult adult male and come to Camp Hantesa for a night of fun!

Apr 24
Sat
Saturday at the Ranch

Learn about horses at Camp Hantesa's Herman's Ranch!

Apr 24
Sat
Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival

Known as the largest environmental film festival in North America, this event will use film to inspire a diverse audience to be more environmentally active.

Apr 24
Sat
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 24
Sat
Ames Town & Gown

Ames Town & Gown Presents: The Ames Piano Quartet with Misha Rosenker, violin

Apr 25
Sun
Printmakers in Paradise: Japanese Landscape

Ivan Hanthorn presents a program!

Apr 25
Sun
Game Show

A performance of Game Show.

Apr 27
Tue
Ames Historical Society Lecture

The Ames Historical Society Lecture Series Presents: "Burning of the Froning/Deppe Elevator"

Apr 27
Tue
Creative Containers Workshop at the Iowa Arboretum

Linda Naeve, ISU Extension Specialist, shares her secrets for successful container gardening.

Apr 30
Fri
Spring Family Camp

Come join other families for an overnight of fun at beauiful Camp Hantesa in Boone!

Apr 30
Fri
7th Annual Motorcycle Safety Forum

The Iowa Motorcycle Safety Forum will focus on lifelong learning skills.

May 1
Sat
NABR Bike Ride

Whether you're a beginner or experienced biker, choose to bike 14, 32 or 43 miles and enjoy the ride.

May 1
Sat
Spring Family Camp

Come join other families for an overnight of fun at beauiful Camp Hantesa in Boone!

May 1
Sat
Saturday at the Ranch

Learn about horses at Camp Hantesa's Herman's Ranch!

May 2
Sun
Main Street Cultural District Fashion Show

Come enjoy a fashion show featuring clothing and accessories from local businesses.

May 4
Tue
Risky Business Conference

The conference will focus on issues confronting todays youth.

May 7
Fri
ISU Spring Graduation: Masters and Phds.

Celebrate with the ISU 2010 Graduation Class!

May 7
Fri
Green Tie Affair

It’s time to get all dolled up for Iowa Arboretum’s big fundraiser!

May 8
Sat
Spring Plant Sale

Unique and unusual perennials for your garden. Check out one of the largest selections of Hostas in the state!

May 8
Sat
Saturday at the Ranch

Learn about horses at Camp Hantesa's Herman's Ranch!

May 8
Sat
ISU Spring Undergraduate Graduation

Celebrate with the ISU 2010 Graduation Class!

May 9
Sun
Central Iowa Symphony Season Finale

See the last performance of the season!

May 13
Thu
ISU Alumni Days

Alumni Days is an event sponsored by the ISU Alumni Association honoring those who graduated 50 years ago from ISU.

May 14
Fri
ISU Alumni Days

Alumni Days is an event sponsored by the ISU Alumni Association honoring those who graduated 50 years ago from ISU.

May 15
Sat
ISU Alumni Days

Alumni Days is an event sponsored by the ISU Alumni Association honoring those who graduated 50 years ago from ISU.

May 15
Sat
Saturday at the Ranch

Learn about horses at Camp Hantesa's Herman's Ranch!

May 15
Sat
Peter Rabbit Picnic

Pack your picnic basket/blanket and join us for a day of family fun straight out of Beatrix Potter's classic "Tale of Peter Rabbit."

May 19
Wed
ArtWalk – New Sites & Old Favorites

Join Amanda Hall, Interpretation Specialist, as she takes you on a tour of selections from the Art on Campus Collection.

May 20
Thu
Special Olympics of Iowa Summer Games

Cheer on athletes at the Special Olympics Summer Games!

May 21
Fri
Special Olympics of Iowa Summer Games

Cheer on athletes at the Special Olympics Summer Games!

May 22
Sat
Special Olympics of Iowa Summer Games

Cheer on athletes at the Special Olympics Summer Games!

May 22
Sat
Kid's Fishing Day

Annual free event at Ada Hayden Park. Registration 9am – 3pm at North Shelter House for kids 16 and under.

May 22
Sat
Advanced Ranch Session

Advanced youth riders, take lessons at Camp Hantesa's Herman's Ranch in Boone!

May 23
Sun
Bluff Creek Triathlon

Watch a triathlon, sanctioned by the USAT.

May 23
Sun
An Afternoon with the Iowa Questers

Join area Questers for an afternoon discussion of glass.

May 29
Sat
AM in the Plaza

The Ames Community Arts Council will host this morning educational art series in Toms Evans Plaza to introduce a variety of artists to a youth-focused audience, including marionettes, puppeteers, stor

Jun 3
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jun 4
Fri
Scandinavian Days

Story City's 45th annual Scandinavian Days, a lively summer festival celebrating our unique Nordic heritage, with food, music, and fun for all ages.

Jun 5
Sat
Scandinavian Days

Story City's 45th annual Scandinavian Days, a lively summer festival celebrating our unique Nordic heritage, with food, music, and fun for all ages.

Jun 6
Sun
Scandinavian Days

Story City's 45th annual Scandinavian Days, a lively summer festival celebrating our unique Nordic heritage, with food, music, and fun for all ages.

Jun 10
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jun 11
Fri
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 11
Fri
All IA Attack Midwest Girls Classic B-Ball

Cheer on the All Iowa Attack high school girls teams at their classic basketball tournament.

Jun 12
Sat
All IA Attack Midwest Girls Classic B-Ball

Cheer on the All Iowa Attack high school girls teams at their classic basketball tournament.

Jun 12
Sat
Iowa Youth Ballet's Spring Performance

Enjoy the Iowa Youth Ballet’s season finale as they host their “2010 Ames Dance Festival” at Stephens Auditorium.

Jun 12
Sat
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 13
Sun
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 13
Sun
All IA Attack Midwest Girls Classic B-Ball

Cheer on the All Iowa Attack high school girls teams at their classic basketball tournament.

Jun 16
Wed
ArtWalk – New Sites & Old Favorites

Join Nancy Gebhart, educator of visual literacy and learning, as she takes you on a tour of new sites and old favorites from the Art on Campus Collection.

Jun 17
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jun 18
Fri
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 19
Sat
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 19
Sat
Iowa Rose Society Annual Rose Show

Purchase roses and view the extensive Reiman Gardens rose collection.

Jun 19
Sat
SHOOTOUT

The biggest JAX SHOOTOUT ever. Try out handguns, shotguns, rifles, muzzleloaders, airguns and bows.

Jun 20
Sun
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 24
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jun 25
Fri
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 25
Fri
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jun 26
Sat
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 26
Sat
AM in the Plaza

The Ames Community Arts Council will host this morning educational art series in Toms Evans Plaza to introduce a variety of artists to a youth-focused audience, including marionettes, puppeteers, stor

Jun 27
Sun
Trouble at the Talent Show

A murder mystery!

Jun 27
Sun
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jul 1
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jul 2
Fri
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jul 4
Sun
Four on the Fourth Road Race

Start your Independence Day with Friendship Ark Homes as they host their annual holiday road race at Ada Hayden Park. Participants can choose from either a 4K or 4-mile race around Lake Ada Hayden.

Jul 4
Sun
Ames 4th of July Fireworks

It would not be Independence Day without an inspiring fireworks display. Find your favorite spot in the community and watch the night sky.

Jul 4
Sun
1/2 Price rides at the Story City Antique Carousel

Enjoy half price rides all day at the Story City Antique Carousel!

Jul 8
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jul 9
Fri
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jul 10
Sat
Special Olymipcs National Games Torch Run

Share the Olympic spirit as the Special Olympics National Games Torch Run kicks off in Ames on its way to the 2010 Special Olympics Summer National Games in Lincoln, NE.

Jul 11
Sun
Special Olymipcs National Games Torch Run

Share the Olympic spirit as the Special Olympics National Games Torch Run kicks off in Ames on its way to the 2010 Special Olympics Summer National Games in Lincoln, NE.

Jul 13
Tue
Free Pool Day at Furman Aquatic Center

Area residents and visitors will receive free admission to the new Aquatic Center from 1-8p.m.when they bring one canned food item or personal hygiene item to donate.

Jul 15
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jul 16
Fri
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jul 21
Wed
ArtWalk – New Sites & Old Favorites

Join Nancy Gebhart, educator of visual literacy and learning, as she takes you on a tour of new sites and old favorites from the Art on Campus Collection.

Jul 22
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jul 23
Fri
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jul 25
Sun
Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy an outdoor concert at Bandshell Park, admission is free.

Jul 28
Wed
Buick Club of America National Meet

Join auto enthusiasts from around the country in Ames for this multi day event, including car show, exhibits and much more.

Jul 29
Thu
Buick Club of America National Meet

Join auto enthusiasts from around the country in Ames for this multi day event, including car show, exhibits and much more.

Jul 29
Thu
Ames Municipal Band

Come down to the Bandshell and enjoy the Ames Municipal Band!

Jul 30
Fri
Buick Club of America National Meet

Join auto enthusiasts from around the country in Ames for this multi day event, including car show, exhibits and much more.

Jul 30
Fri
Overdue Bookends at the Bandshell

Enjoy a free performance by Neil Hewitt

Jul 31
Sat
Buick Club of America National Meet

Join auto enthusiasts from around the country in Ames for this multi day event, including car show, exhibits and much more.

Jul 31
Sat
All Iowa Open Car Show

Car enthusiasts from across the state will be invited to an outdoor car show at the Iowa State Center parking lots. This event will be open to all makes of vehicles.

Jul 31
Sat
AM in the Plaza

The Ames Community Arts Council will host this morning educational art series in Toms Evans Plaza to introduce a variety of artists to a youth-focused audience, including marionettes, puppeteers, stor

Aug 7
Sat
Ames Family Fest

Bring the entire family to Bandshell Park in Ames for a day filled with fun. Enjoy inflatable games, a variety of food vendors, stage entertainment and more during this free event.

Aug 28
Sat
AM in the Plaza

The Ames Community Arts Council will host this morning educational art series in Toms Evans Plaza to introduce a variety of artists to a youth-focused audience, including marionettes, puppeteers, stor

Sep 2
Thu
ISU Football vs. Northern Illinois

Come cheer on the ISU Cyclones as they play Northern Illinois in the first game of the 2010 season!

Sep 25
Sat
ISU Football vs. Northern Iowa

Come cheer on the ISU Cyclones as they take on Northern Iowa!

Oct 1
Fri
Cyclone Family Weekend

This annual event brings in ISU students’ families for a three-day weekend event, allowing them to enjoy the Ames area, attend a Cyclone Football game and participate in a variety of events.

Oct 2
Sat
ISU Football vs. Texas Tech

Come cheer on the ISU Cyclones as they take on Texas Tech at the Family Weekend football game!

Oct 2
Sat
Cyclone Family Weekend

This annual event brings in ISU students’ families for a three-day weekend event, allowing them to enjoy the Ames area, attend a Cyclone Football game and participate in a variety of events.

Oct 3
Sun
Cyclone Family Weekend

This annual event brings in ISU students’ families for a three-day weekend event, allowing them to enjoy the Ames area, attend a Cyclone Football game and participate in a variety of events.

Oct 9
Sat
ISU Football vs. Utah

Come cheer on the ISU Cyclones as they take on Utah!

Oct 10
Sun
Run for the Roses

Alpha Omicron Pi sorority and the Ames Area Running Club will host their annual 5K/10K run/walk at the Ames Middle School. Proceeds will support arthritis research.

Oct 16
Sat
Alzheimer’s Association Ames Memory Walk

Walk toward a world without Alzheimer’s!

Oct 21
Thu
ICYIZERE: Hope

A Documentary about Trauma, Reconciliation and Forgiveness after the Rwandan Genocide.

Oct 23
Sat
Flag Football State Championship

Ames will be the host site for the 2010 Flag Football State Championships. This 1st annual event will invite teams from across the state to participate in this highly competitive weekend event.

Oct 24
Sun
Flag Football State Championship

Ames will be the host site for the 2010 Flag Football State Championships. This 1st annual event will invite teams from across the state to participate in this highly competitive weekend event.

Oct 30
Sat
Homecoming Game: ISU Football vs. Kansas

Come cheer on the ISU Cyclones as they take on Utah for the 2010 Homecoming football game!

Nov 6
Sat
ISU Football vs. Nebraska

Come cheer on the ISU Cyclone Football team as the gear up to beat Nebraska!

Nov 18
Thu
Story County Alliance for Philanthropy

Story County Alliance for Philanthropy Luncheon and Awards

Nov 18
Thu
Story County Alliance for Philanthropy Luncheon

The Story County Alliance will be hosting a luncheon to celebrate philinthropic activities and to award people in the community.

Nov 19
Fri
Snow Magic on Main

Start your 2010 holiday season in the Main Street Cultural District. Enjoy holiday open houses, the Main Street tree lighting, a visit from Santa, an enhanced Snow Ball Drop event, etc.

Nov 20