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Ames Farmers Market
526 Main St
Ste 103
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.1936
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Enjoy locally grown, fresh produce, baked goods and quality, handmade crafts at the Ames Farmers Market. Located indoors at the Main Street depot all year round, outdoors May through October.
Ames Silversmithing
220 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0080
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Designers and creators of fine jewelry in gold, silver and platinum. The finest selection of diamonds, gemstones and pearls in the area.
Brown's Shoe Fit Company
306 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.6633
Fax: 515.663.4978
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Men's and Women's quality footwear.
Campus Book Store, Inc.
2300 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.1616
Fax: 515.292.4009
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Complete selection of new and used textbooks, general books and magazines, ISU souvenirs and clothing, gift items, greeting cards, office and school supplies, art and engineering supplies, Birkenstocks and Vera Bradley.
Celebrations Party & Wedding Store
2617 Northridge Pkwy
Ste 101
Ames, IA 50010
515.268.9333
Fax: 515.268.9334
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Retail selection of gifts, cards, party tableware, decorations, seasonal items, and bridal accessories. Rentals including tables, chairs, linens, chaircovers, centerpiece items, and more. Event set-up and decorating.
Chocolaterie Stam
230 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0656
Fax: 515.232.0676
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Walk in to Chocolaterie Stam and be tempted by over 40 varieties of European chocolate bonbons, gelato, cookies and more. Enjoy the atmosphere of this unique chocolate shop that is a full-service coffee shop, featuring European coffees, hot chocolates and teas.
Ciccotti Art Glass
2306 258th St
Ames, IA 50014
515.232.3385
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Ciccotti Art Glass produces one-of-a-kind hand-blown pieces. The gallery has work for sale year round and demonstrations for the public can be arranged from fall through spring. Special orders can be made at any time. Please visit my Web site to see some of my work.
Cook's Emporium
313 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.4272
Fax: 515.233.6048
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Kitchenware for creative cooking. Cooking classes most Saturdays. Answers to all of your cooking needs.
Cub Foods
3121 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.1226
Fax: 515.232.5553
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Dogtown University
108 Hayward Ave
Ames, IA 50014
515.268.3355
Fax: 515.296.4654
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Emerhoff's Footwear
215 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3473
Fax: 515.232.7753
Men's and women's shoes, handbags and accessories, specializing in hard-to-fit sizes and widths.
Everts Flowers, Home & Gifts
329 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.5634
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Designer and decorator for Holly & Ivy Tour in Des Moines, Butler House on Grand and Salisbury House. Premier florist for Ames area since 1922. Unparalleled lines of permanent florals and hand selected fresh cut flowers. Vast displays of home interiors and gifts for all occasions.
Gallery 319
314 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.2354
Fax: 515.233.1490
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Original, one-of-a-kind artwork by over 40 local artists, memory mats and ready-made frames, custom conservation framing, packing, shipping and FREE gift wrapping.
Gilger Design
236 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.0678
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Master goldsmiths.
Great Stuff, Ltd.
312 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.1396
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Selective consignment shop displayed in showroom settings. Featuring two levels of furniture, home accessories, antiques and so much more to meet your wants and needs.
Hy-Vee
640 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.1961
Fax: 515.232.0880
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Hy-Vee
3800 W Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.5543
Fax: 515.292.9356
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Intensitee
133 Welch Ave
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.8639
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Iowa State University Book Store
ISU Memorial Union
2229 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50011
515.294.5684
Fax: 515.294.5669
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Shop the Iowa State University Book Store for your ISU clothing and gift needs, plus course materials, art & office supplies, computer supplies and general books.
It's all about ME! Boutique & Spa
209 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.1399
Fax: 515.233.1991
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.
John's Natural Foods
326 5th St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.1280
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Natural and organic foods and supplements.
Kitchen, Bath & Home
201 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.2604
Fax: 515.233.2605
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Full Service design/build firm, owned by Jeani Lee, CKD, CBD, specializing in kitchens and bathrooms. A Platinum AGA Cooker dealer... nothing roasts, bakes, broils, simmers, steams quite like an AGA. We design what really matters to you.
Lazy M Shoes
232 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.1664
We have a knowledgeable staff that strives to provide good personable service with quality, stylish footwear for the entire family.
Lee’s Cellular & More
127 Welch Ave
Ames, IA 50014
515.292.5300
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Family owned and operated, Verizon Wireless authorized retailer. With nine years experience, Lee is ready to help you and your family with all your cellular and computer needs.
Left Bank Studio, The
125 Main St
Gilbert, IA 50105
515.233.1405
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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.
Lillie Mae Chocolates
North Grand Mall
2801 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.9101
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A rich tradition of homemade, hand-dipped confections using recipes dating back to 1939. Our blend of the highest quality chocolates and caramels and the personal touch, create a taste experience you won't find anywhere else.
Lowe’s
120 Airport Rd
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.0404
Fax: 515.233.0024
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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. Event calendar and business information on our Web site.
Mary Kay's Flowers & Gifts
3134 Northwood Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.3993
800.337.7476
Fax: 515.232.3993
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Full service florist. Gifts: plush animals, plant, glassware, candles and cards.
MonkeyThis.com
119 Stanton
Ste 601
Ames, IA 50010
515.598.9200
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We deliver more than 1,000 items anywhere in Ames in under one hour with no minimum order and no delivery charge.
Moorman Clothiers
226 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.3261
Fax: 515.663.8782
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Quality apparel for men and women; St.Croix, Geiger, Blue Willis, Hart Shaffner & Marx. Tuxedos for weddings or proms. Polo, Tommy Bahama, Brighton.
Nature's Touch Jewelry
311 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.6179
Discover a unique jewelry boutique! Semi-precious stones, dichroic glass, colored pearls, sterling silver, fashion watches, paperweights. Most items under $75. Costume jewelry repair.
North Grand Mall
2801 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.3679
Fax: 515.232.3086
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JCPenney, Younkers and over 50 specialty stores and services. Open Monday - Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday Noon-5pm; holiday & department store hours may vary. Experience real shopping, dining and entertainment at North Grand Mall.
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, which can also be rented for weddings or meetings. Classes year-round. Octagon Art Festival last Sunday in September.
Party Time Rental
302 S 3rd St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.4067
800.738.4076
Fax: 515.233.1936
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Products and services for outdoor and indoor events including weddings, anniversaries, tailgate parties and corporate groundbreaking events. Includes china, linens, glassware, champagne fountains and disposable paper and plastic ware.
Quilting Connection
238 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.3048
Fax: 515.956.4550
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Retail shop selling quality fabric and supplies. Classes. Husqvarna Viking sewing machine sales and service. Over 6,000 bolts of fabric. Knowledgeable quilting staff.
Sam's Club
305 Airport Rd
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.9750
Fax: 515.233.9824
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Shoppes on Grand, The
517 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.6010
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5,000 square feet of gift shopping in the two-story Victorian home of the first mayor of Ames - a special shopping experience! Also serves light lunches, desserts and beverages in a 30-seat, cozy tea room atmosphere. Reservations are accepted - please call ahead.
Skunk River Cycles
308 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.0322
Fax: 515.232.7564
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Full service, custom fitting, 60+ years experience, bicycle rentals, local cycle maps and more. Top 100 bike shop, consumers poll 2006. Voted best bike shop of Story County 2007.
Sports Page of Ames
2801 N Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.4111
Fax: 515.232.0370
Retail sporting goods with emphasis on shoes (Nike, Adidas, Reebok, NB, Wilson), clothing (Nike, Adidas, Champion, Russell, Under Armour), and equipment (Rawlings gloves, Louisville sluggers, Wilson tennis and Asics wrestling).
Story City Greater Chamber Connection
602 Broad St
Story City, IA 50248
515.733.4214
Fax: 515.733.4504
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Story City offers the best of small town life while being only minutes away from Ames. This small town with Scandinavian roots offers up a smorgasbord of attractions, dining, shopping, services and recreation. Jobs, industry, housing, parks, an Antique Carousel and a great school system explain why Story City residents enjoy such a high quality of life. Come see what we're all about!
T. Galaxy
206 Welch Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.292.1364
Fax: 515.292.5226
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Iowa State University licensed apparel and novelties.
Target
320 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.663.9500
Fax: 515.663.0706
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Temptations on Main
309 Main St
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.6393
Fax: 515.233.3423
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Chocolates, truffles, candy and candy bars. $1 ice cream cones, custom chocolates, gifts, Iowa State logo chocolates.
Theisen's
1315 S Dayton Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.9772
Fax: 515.232.1095
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From Columbia jackets to Carhartt clothing, farm supplies to life jackets and toys, Theisen’s has “more of everything.”
Wal-Mart
3015 Grand Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.233.1345
Fax: 515.233.4252
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Wal-Mart SuperCenter
534 S Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.956.3536
Fax: 515.956.3545
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Western Edge Ltd.
2224 229th Pl
Ames, IA 50014
515.232.0620
Fax: 515.956.3301
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Largest western store in Iowa. Large selection of western & english apparel, Tack, and saddles. Over 2000 Boots in stock. Second story loft full of unique home décor and gifts.
Wheatsfield Cooperative
413 Douglas Ave
Ames, IA 50010
515.232.4094
Fax: 515.233.0040
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Organic and natural food store featuring many local items including produce, meat and poultry. Bulk products, grocery items, beer, wine, books, supplements, and health and body care products are also carried. Open to the public.