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ISSUE 18 Ames SPRING – SUMMER 2019 GUIDE TO AMES AND IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY THINKAMES.COM 2 SHARE YOUR FAVORITES #CYTESOFAMES This guide is named after Cy, the cardinal Welcome mascot of Iowa State University. When you visit Ames, you might see Cy cheering with the To AMES fans at a Cyclone athletic event, entertaining guests during a special celebration or greeting We want to welcome you to CYtes students on central campus. We think Cy is the (pronounced sites), your official best mascot around, but don’t just take our guide to all of the sites throughout word for it; Cy has been nationally recognized Ames and Iowa State University. as the CBS Sportsline Most Dominant College Mascot on Earth and the Capital One Bowl National Mascot of the Year. TABLE OF 5 / DO 9 / SHOP CONTENTS 13 / EAT 17 / STAY 22 / AMES MAP ABOUT THE COVER Each May, Special Olympics Iowa takes over Iowa 25 / PLAN State University for their three-day Summer Games. The cover photo shows Chris Lombard, Essex Rascals, 27 / IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY celebrating his gold medal in the Softball Throw, Males 29 / ABOUT AMES Ages 22-29 division, at the 2018 Special Olympics Iowa Summer Games. Also placing were Christopher 31 / LOCAL RESOURCES Weir, Marshalltown Cirsi, (2nd); Seth Canfield, Oelwein Huskies, (3rd); Nick Wheelock, Waterloo Goodwill, (4th). 39 / CALENDAR OF EVENTS THINKAMES.COM // CYTESOFAMES 515.232.4032 3 STEPHENS AUDITORIUM 2019/2020 PERFORMING ARTS SERIES SUBSCRIBE by choosing any FOUR OR MORE performances for SAVINGS, FREE EXCHANGES, and other BENEFITS! center.iastate.edu 515.294.2479 4 SHARE YOUR FAVORITES #CYTESOFAMES DO Furman Aquatic Center ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT; SPORTS & RECREATION Activities abound in Ames all year long. From national theater tours AMES FOR EVERY SEASON and live music, to a variety of museums and galleries, to indoor and It’s always the right season to plan to spend time in Ames! But as outdoor sports and recreation, you’ll find more options than you have the days get longer and temps get higher, the breadth and variety of time for during your visit to Ames. activities in Ames expand exponentially. It may be surprising to hear Ready to see a show? There’s something for everyone: nationally how much a university town has to offer when “school’s out” for the acclaimed theater tours, live music, comedy, seasonal favorites, summer, but while many of the ISU students leave campus, visitors family friendly productions and more. flock to the community to take advantage of outdoor and indoor attractions for all ages. Tap into local culture with a tour and drink at Alluvial Brewery, Snus Hill Winery or Prairie Moon Winery. Get your history fix while Reiman Gardens – one of the state’s most popular and beautiful wandering through the Ames Historical Society or the Farmhouse attractions – is a delight to the senses throughout the year. With this Museum on campus. year’s “Toys and Games” theme, visitors can surround themselves with 55,000 tulips in the “Games of Chance” display, interact with There’s so much to do in Ames! For a complete larger-than-life outdoor games created by ISU Design students, and play with nature puzzles and active art before immersing themselves schedule of local events, be sure to check our in the Butterfly Wing, Conservatory and unique gift shop inside. event calendar at thinkames.com. The great outdoors are even greater in the Ames area. 36 city parks boast a variety of amenities including far more than playgrounds and shelters; how about disc golf, tennis, volleyball, hiking, community gardens and a 10,000+ square foot skate park with fun boxes, grinding rails, stairs and ramps? l to r: Reiman Gardens | Iowa Games Volleyball THINKAMES.COM // CYTESOFAMES 515.232.4032 5 Attractions & Entertainment Alluvial Brewing Company Ames Public Library Clover Woods Camp ISU Memorial Union Our taproom features 10 unique varieties Ames Public Library provides books, & Retreat Center Your favorite spot on campus! The Memorial of craft beer dedicated to quality movies, music, research tools and Union houses live music, an art studio, Clover Woods Camp & Retreat Center and taste, focused on celebrating our free reference services along with bowling, entertainment, the ISU Book Store, offers year-round outdoor and recreational community and our unique piece of Iowa. programs for all ages, meeting covered parking and meeting facilities. options, along with lodging and meals, on rooms and computer commons. 3715 W 190th St, Ames 1,100 acres of wooded bluffs and native 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames 515.337.1182 515 Douglas Ave, Ames prairies. Meeting space for up to 200. 515.296.6848 www.alluvialbrewing.com 515.239.5646 www.mu.iastate.edu 1991 Peach Ave, Madrid www.amespubliclibrary.org 515.795.3338 Ames Children’s Choirs www.cloverwoods.org ISU Theatre Ames Town & Gown The Ames Children’s Choirs include three Be a part of the drama with ISU Theatre. Visit choirs for boys and girls, ages 7 to 18, Chamber Music Association Design on Main our website for upcoming performances! from eight central Iowa communities. Ames Town & Gown presents five An extension of Iowa State University’s 515.294.2624 www.ameschildrenschoirs.org chamber music concerts featuring College of Design, Design on Main aims to www.theatre.iastate.edu internationally renowned ensembles share the artistic practice generated within Ames City Auditorium & and brilliant emerging artists in ideal, the university with the larger community. North Grand Cinema intimate settings, on and off campus. Durham Bandshell 203 Main St, Ames Luxury Movie Theatre - Laser projection, 515.292.3891 www.design.iastate.edu electric reclining seats, Orville The beautiful Auditorium, seating for www.amestownandgown.org Redenbacher popcorn, gourmet candies, 881, is suitable for meetings, lectures Iowa Arboretum beer and wine. Independently Owned. and performances. Durham Bandshell, Boone & Scenic Valley 2801 Grand Ave, Ames nestled in Ames’ oldest park, is perfect Thousands of cultivated trees, shrubs and 515.715.1788 for outdoor events. flowers can be enjoyed in this 378-acre Railroad & James H. www.northgrandcinema.com 515 Clark Ave, Ames Andrew Museum public garden. Hike woodland and prairie 515.239.5365 trails. Grounds are open year-round. www.cityofames.org/aud A historical, educational railroad museum 1875 Peach Ave, Madrid North Grand Farmers’ providing excursion train rides across the 515.795.3216 Market beautiful Des Moines River Valley. Tickets www.iowaarboretum.org Ames Community Theater available online at www.bsvrr.com. Local fruits/vegetables, flowers, eggs, (ACTORS, Inc.) 225 10th St, Boone baked goods, honey, popcorn, gourmet 515.432.4249 Iowa State Center pasta, cutlery, and more. JCPenney parking The local community theater that stages www.bsvrr.com Nationally and internationally-acclaimed lot: Wednesdays (3-6) and Saturdays five productions annually including performers grace the stages of Stephens (8-12:30) May through October. comedies, dramas and musicals. Auditorium and Fisher Theater. The 2801 Grand Ave, Ames Tickets are available at actorsinc.org. Boone History Center Scheman Building is a full-service 515.232.7930 120 Abraham Dr, Ames The Boone History Center, a 110-year meeting and event conference center. www.facebook.com/North-Grand- 515.292.2073 old Masonic Temple, features seven 1805 Center Dr, Ames Farmers-Market-123606417656026/ www.actorsinc.org galleries packed with stories, artifacts 515.294.3347 and photos of Boone County and www.center.iastate.edu Octagon Center for the Arts Ames Historical Society Central Iowa. Tues-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The Octagon Center for the Arts is a Iowa State University Discover fascinating local stories, explore 602 Story St, Boone community art center providing gallery changing exhibits, hear engaging programs, 515.432.1907 WinterFest exhibits, art classes for children and delve into research materials, select www.boonehistorymuseums.org adults and shop featuring Iowa artists. unique Ames-related gift shop items. WinterFest is a week-long celebration for 427 Douglas Ave, Ames Open 6 days/week. the winter season at Iowa State! It is one 515.232.5331 of the biggest events to bridge the gap 416 Douglas Ave, Ames Campustown Action www.octagonarts.org between the ISU community and the Ames 515.232.2148 Association community! www.ameshistory.org Ames’ Campustown hosts a thriving nightlife, 2229 Lincoln Way, Ames Prairie Moon Winery great restaurants and exciting shopping 515.294.7181 and Vineyards Ames Main Street options. Events held throughout the year add www.sac.iastate.edu/sac-annual-events/ to the fun atmosphere of the district. More than 50 locally-owned, specialty winterfest Located three miles north of Ames. retail shops and restaurants. Farmers’ 515.292.4528 We’re a family owned winery that makes all wines on premise and have 12 acres Market, ArtWalk, 4th of July Parade, www.amescampustown.com Iowa Youth Ballet Company MusicWalk, Oktoberfest and Snow Magic. of our own vineyards. Enjoy the Iowa Youth Ballet’s dance 304 Main St, Ames 3801 W 190th St, Ames Central Iowa Symphony presentations! See website and Robert 515.233.3472 515.232.2747 Thomas Dancenter Facebook page for www.amesdowntown.org The Central Iowa Symphony is a www.prairiemoonwinery.com community orchestra, united by information on upcoming shows. a love of music and dedication to 515.233.0826 Reiman Gardens Ames Main Street the art of orchestral performance. www.rtdance.com Farmers’ Market www.cisymphony.org 17-acre public botanical garden including tropical conservatory, butterfly wing with The Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market live butterflies and gift shop. Events and brings local food and fun to the heart of Ciccotti Art Glass annual displays. Private rentals and tours. Ames. Discover something new every Open daily. Unique hand-blown glass work.