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SUMMARY:Bored? Games! - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Will you punch your Ticket to Ride or will your Splendor attract noble patrons? Join us for adult game night every month to find out! Tabletop games will be available to play\, or bring a favorite to share. All gaming experience levels are welcome. Snacks will be provided. Everyone 18 or older is welcome. \nSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. \n\n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/bored-games-ames-public-library/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community & Family Resources at APL
DESCRIPTION:Staff from Community and Family Resources will be available in the Library to provide information about addiction\, substance abuse treatment\, problem gambling treatment\, and mental health therapy. \nThey can also provide assistance in getting started in any of these services including filling out some of the pre-appointment forms. \n\nFirst Wednesday of Each Month\, 10am-12pm on the second floor\nThird Wednesday of Each Month\, 4-6pm on the second floor\n\nLisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room – 2nd Floor
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/community-family-resources-at-apl/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T160000
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SUMMARY:Farm House Museum Holiday Exhibition - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Farm House Museum at Iowa State University invites you to experience Yuletide: Glad Tidings through December 18. Iowa State’s oldest building sparkles with historic holiday charm. Special events include WinterFest Open House (Dec 5\, 5 – 7 p.m.) and Santa Open House (Dec 6\, noon – 3 p.m.). Open weekdays\, noon – 4 p.m. at 601 Farm House Lane. Free admission. Learn more at museums.iastate.edu or call (515) 294-3342. \nThe historic 1860 home\, which has hosted countless holiday gatherings throughout its 165-year history\, welcomes the campus and community to experience the seasonal traditions that have brought students\, faculty\, and staff together for generations. \n“The Farm House Museum has a certain twinkle this time of year\,” said Allison Sheridan\, Farm House Museum curator. “Yuletide: Glad Tidings invites visitors to experience the warmth and beauty of historic holiday traditions in Iowa State’s oldest building. It’s a wonderful way to pause during the busy season and connect with our campus heritage – and share glad tidings\, merriment and good cheer.” \n“It’s like this house was made for the holidays\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator of the Art on Campus Collection and the Anderson Sculpture Garden. \nVisit Yuletide: Glad Tidings \nFarm House Museum \n601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, Iowa 50011 \nMon. – Fri.\, noon – 4 p.m. \nClosed Sat.\, Sun.\, and University holidays. Free admission\, donations welcome \nPhone: (515) 294-3342 \nAbout the Farm House Museum \nThe Farm House Museum is the oldest building on Iowa State University’s campus. Originally constructed in 1860\, the Farm House Museum first served the university as living quarters for various students\, Iowa State deans\, professors\, and farmhands. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965 as the Knapp-Wilson House\, it honors Seaman A. Knapp\, author of the federal Hatch Act of 1887\, and James F. “Tama Jim” Wilson\, who became U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under Presidents McKinley\, Roosevelt\, and Taft. Following a six-year restoration in the 1970s\, the Farm House Museum became a public museum. Today\, the Farm House Museum\, an affiliate of University Museums at Iowa State University\, serves the public and student body by displaying numerous antiques with particular emphasis on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more. \nAbout University Museums \nUniversity Museums is a distinctive organization that encompasses two art museums\, a National Historic Landmark historic home museum\, a sculpture garden\, and one of the largest campus public art collections in the nation. University Museums brings world-class exhibitions with educational programming to Iowa State University\, actively acquires works of art to add to the more than 30\,000 permanent collection objects\, conserves and preserves collections\, conducts and publishes curatorial scholarship\, and fosters student engagement. University Museums is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/farm-house-museum-holiday-exhibition-university-museums/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
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SUMMARY:Art Walk: Botanical Beauty - ISU University Museums
DESCRIPTION:When the weather turns cold and gray\, step inside and rediscover the vibrant blooms of spring and summer. Join University Museums docent Steve Petska at Parks Library for a guided tour of public art celebrating plant life in all its forms—from delicate florals to lush prairie—in the Art on Campus Collection! \nMeet at University Parks Library\, Fourth floor
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/art-walk-botanical-beauty-isu-university-museums/
LOCATION:University (Parks) Library\, 701 Morrill Rd.\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251102T195437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T195647Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music\, stories\, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation. \n\n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/toddler-storytime-ames-public-library/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
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SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251103T061434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T061630Z
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SUMMARY:Deep Roots Book Group - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join gardeners and nature enthusiasts for deep discussion of books in connection with the Ames Seed Library. Topics will touch on seeds and plants\, gardening\, community-building\, and the relationship between humans\, animals\, and plants.  Book selections include both fiction and non-fiction intended for general audience. PEO Room \n\nSeptember 23 – Night Magic by Leigh Ann Henion\nOctober 28 – All Over Creation by Ruth Ozeki\nNovember 18: The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl\nDecember 16: Migrations by Charlotte Mcconaghy\n\nSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/deep-roots-book-group-ames-public-library/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251103T010323Z
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SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: Spanish - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Spanish. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversation-circles-spanish-ames-public-library/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251108T011046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T011350Z
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SUMMARY:Floral Design Workshops - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn to create beautiful floral arrangements to take home – a different style each month!\nThird Tuesday of each month\, 6 – 7 p.m. \nJoin cherished instructor and State Fair Master Floral Judge Sandy Gossman for a different monthly hands-on floral arrangement workshop. Designs range from contemporary vase arrangements to structured forms using tropical leaves\, dried materials\, event florals\, and more! Materials include a mixture of market flowers and seasonal flowers cut fresh from Reiman Gardens. \n\n2025 Dates & Topics\n\nNovember 18: Woody & Wild\nDecember 16: Solstice Centerpieces (oasis)\n\n2026 Dates & Topics\n\nJanuary 20: Grocer’s Roses\nFebruary 17: Floral Flurries\nMarch 17: Green Goodness\nApril 21: Fairy Garden Tea Cups (2 tea cups)\nMay 19: Tropic Like It’s Hot\nJune 16: Herbal Centerpieces (oasis)\nJuly 21:Miniature Masterpieces (vases or oasis)\nAugust 18: Big Bloom Bunches\nSeptember 15: Colorful Crescents\nOctober 20: Succulent Pumpkins (pumpkin)\nNovember 17: Grassy Swags (wire frame)\nDecember 15: Winter Ikebana (oasis or frogs)\n\nCOPY LINK \n\nPrices\n\n\n$62\nGeneral Public Any age\n\n\n$50\nMembers Must Present Membership Card at Check-In\n\n\n$43\nISU Students Valid with Student ID
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/floral-design-workshops-reiman-gardens/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251107T232742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T233225Z
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SUMMARY:The RG Express Extended Hours - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-extended-hours-reiman-gardens/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T180000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20260120T021613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T021613Z
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SUMMARY:International Community Meetup - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing. \nPresented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University International Students and Scholars Office.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/international-community-meetup-ames-public-library/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251109T054243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T054647Z
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SUMMARY:Farm House Museum Holiday Exhibition - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Farm House Museum at Iowa State University invites you to experience Yuletide: Glad Tidings through December 18. Iowa State’s oldest building sparkles with historic holiday charm. Special events include WinterFest Open House (Dec 5\, 5 – 7 p.m.) and Santa Open House (Dec 6\, noon – 3 p.m.). Open weekdays\, noon – 4 p.m. at 601 Farm House Lane. Free admission. Learn more at museums.iastate.edu or call (515) 294-3342. \nThe historic 1860 home\, which has hosted countless holiday gatherings throughout its 165-year history\, welcomes the campus and community to experience the seasonal traditions that have brought students\, faculty\, and staff together for generations. \n“The Farm House Museum has a certain twinkle this time of year\,” said Allison Sheridan\, Farm House Museum curator. “Yuletide: Glad Tidings invites visitors to experience the warmth and beauty of historic holiday traditions in Iowa State’s oldest building. It’s a wonderful way to pause during the busy season and connect with our campus heritage – and share glad tidings\, merriment and good cheer.” \n“It’s like this house was made for the holidays\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator of the Art on Campus Collection and the Anderson Sculpture Garden. \nVisit Yuletide: Glad Tidings \nFarm House Museum \n601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, Iowa 50011 \nMon. – Fri.\, noon – 4 p.m. \nClosed Sat.\, Sun.\, and University holidays. Free admission\, donations welcome \nPhone: (515) 294-3342 \nAbout the Farm House Museum \nThe Farm House Museum is the oldest building on Iowa State University’s campus. Originally constructed in 1860\, the Farm House Museum first served the university as living quarters for various students\, Iowa State deans\, professors\, and farmhands. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965 as the Knapp-Wilson House\, it honors Seaman A. Knapp\, author of the federal Hatch Act of 1887\, and James F. “Tama Jim” Wilson\, who became U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under Presidents McKinley\, Roosevelt\, and Taft. Following a six-year restoration in the 1970s\, the Farm House Museum became a public museum. Today\, the Farm House Museum\, an affiliate of University Museums at Iowa State University\, serves the public and student body by displaying numerous antiques with particular emphasis on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more. \nAbout University Museums \nUniversity Museums is a distinctive organization that encompasses two art museums\, a National Historic Landmark historic home museum\, a sculpture garden\, and one of the largest campus public art collections in the nation. University Museums brings world-class exhibitions with educational programming to Iowa State University\, actively acquires works of art to add to the more than 30\,000 permanent collection objects\, conserves and preserves collections\, conducts and publishes curatorial scholarship\, and fosters student engagement. University Museums is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/farm-house-museum-holiday-exhibition-university-museums/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251103T002649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T002649Z
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening\, language\, and literacy skills through music\, movement\, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. Storytime Room. \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nLibrary Hours\n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/family-storytime-ames-public-library/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251107T232433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T232832Z
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SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T220000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20250920T203945Z
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SUMMARY:Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol - Stephens Auditorium
DESCRIPTION:Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol – Mon.\, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $38. \nRight Angle Entertainment and Paul Couch are proud to present the national tour of Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol\, a new musical featuring songs by Dolly Parton and book by David H. Bell\, adapted by Bell\, Curt Wollan and Paul T. Couch. Set in the 1930s in the Smoky Mountains\, this incredibly heartwarming\, unforgettable production and amazing cast imagines Ebenezer Scrooge as the owner of a mining company town\, where his callous greed blinds him to the joys and gifts of the season. As a Christmas Eve snowstorm approaches\, Scrooge is visited by his deceased business partner and three ghosts who compel him to see life anew and discover that love is the greatest gift we have. Dickens’ classic characters and Parton’s one-of-a-kind songwriting expertise are certain to make this a holiday event you’ll want to share with those you love.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/dolly-partons-smoky-mountain-christmas-carol-stephens-auditorium/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251102T201956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T201956Z
UID:10001120-1765801800-1765805400@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Conversations in English - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather for casual conversations in English. The focus of this group is to help English Language Learners gain confidence and fluency in a comfortable and fun setting. Library staff will pair native and non-native speakers and provide themes\, questions\, and topics for conversation. \nLibrary Location\n\n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nLibrary Hours\n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. \n\n\n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversations-in-english-ames-public-library/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251109T054243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T054647Z
UID:10001717-1765800000-1765814400@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Farm House Museum Holiday Exhibition - University Museums
DESCRIPTION:The Farm House Museum at Iowa State University invites you to experience Yuletide: Glad Tidings through December 18. Iowa State’s oldest building sparkles with historic holiday charm. Special events include WinterFest Open House (Dec 5\, 5 – 7 p.m.) and Santa Open House (Dec 6\, noon – 3 p.m.). Open weekdays\, noon – 4 p.m. at 601 Farm House Lane. Free admission. Learn more at museums.iastate.edu or call (515) 294-3342. \nThe historic 1860 home\, which has hosted countless holiday gatherings throughout its 165-year history\, welcomes the campus and community to experience the seasonal traditions that have brought students\, faculty\, and staff together for generations. \n“The Farm House Museum has a certain twinkle this time of year\,” said Allison Sheridan\, Farm House Museum curator. “Yuletide: Glad Tidings invites visitors to experience the warmth and beauty of historic holiday traditions in Iowa State’s oldest building. It’s a wonderful way to pause during the busy season and connect with our campus heritage – and share glad tidings\, merriment and good cheer.” \n“It’s like this house was made for the holidays\,” said Sydney Marshall\, Curator of the Art on Campus Collection and the Anderson Sculpture Garden. \nVisit Yuletide: Glad Tidings \nFarm House Museum \n601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, Iowa 50011 \nMon. – Fri.\, noon – 4 p.m. \nClosed Sat.\, Sun.\, and University holidays. Free admission\, donations welcome \nPhone: (515) 294-3342 \nAbout the Farm House Museum \nThe Farm House Museum is the oldest building on Iowa State University’s campus. Originally constructed in 1860\, the Farm House Museum first served the university as living quarters for various students\, Iowa State deans\, professors\, and farmhands. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965 as the Knapp-Wilson House\, it honors Seaman A. Knapp\, author of the federal Hatch Act of 1887\, and James F. “Tama Jim” Wilson\, who became U.S. Secretary of Agriculture under Presidents McKinley\, Roosevelt\, and Taft. Following a six-year restoration in the 1970s\, the Farm House Museum became a public museum. Today\, the Farm House Museum\, an affiliate of University Museums at Iowa State University\, serves the public and student body by displaying numerous antiques with particular emphasis on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more. \nAbout University Museums \nUniversity Museums is a distinctive organization that encompasses two art museums\, a National Historic Landmark historic home museum\, a sculpture garden\, and one of the largest campus public art collections in the nation. University Museums brings world-class exhibitions with educational programming to Iowa State University\, actively acquires works of art to add to the more than 30\,000 permanent collection objects\, conserves and preserves collections\, conducts and publishes curatorial scholarship\, and fosters student engagement. University Museums is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. Visit museums.iastate.edu to learn more.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/farm-house-museum-holiday-exhibition-university-museums/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Farm House Museum\, 601 Farm House Lane\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="University Museums":MAILTO:museums@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251102T200959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T200959Z
UID:10001111-1765796400-1765803600@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Mary Greeley Medical Center at APL - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Staff from Mary Greeley Medical Center will be available in the Library to talk about inpatient and outpatient mental health services in the Ames community. \nMondays\, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the second floor – Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nLibrary Hours \n\nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.\n\n \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/mary-greeley-medical-center-at-apl-ames-public-library/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T110000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251102T195437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T195647Z
UID:10001101-1765794600-1765796400@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music\, stories\, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation. \n\n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/toddler-storytime-ames-public-library/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251107T232433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T232832Z
UID:10001532-1765789200-1765818000@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251010T224320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T225119Z
UID:10001030-1765728000-1765738800@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Argentine Tango Drop-in Lessons - The Workspace
DESCRIPTION:Argentine Tango Drop-in Lessons with Valerie Williams \nThis Milonga (dance party) is a multi-level class with lots of time to enjoy the music and dance. From  4 – 5 p.m\, moves for beginners are introduced with a different figure each week\, along with techniques for better dancing. From 5 – 7 p.m\, the floor is yours for dancing under Valerie’s guidance and for working with different partners. An intermediate-level figure will also be introduced during this time. Wear dancing shoes\, smooth-soled shoes\, or socks. \nOpen to ages 18+. \nClasses meet every Sunday at 4 p.m. in Room 3512; drop-ins are welcome. Purchase a dance punch card and attend as often as your schedule allows. Check the Workspace Calendar to make su \nISU – five lessons for $45/Public – five lessons for $55
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/9491/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Memorial Union Rm 3512\, 2220 Lincoln Way\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Workspace":MAILTO:workspace@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251119T025147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T185652Z
UID:10002089-1765724400-1765731600@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Comfort and Joy - Ames Choral Society
DESCRIPTION:The Ames Choral Society wishes you “Comfort and Joy” this holiday season.  Our concert will feature music that celebrates the peace and joy of the holiday season\, including seasonal favorites “In the Bleak Mid-Winter” and “It Came Upon a Midnight Clear.” Upbeat “Hang the Holly” and “The Virgin Mary had a Baby Boy” will bring smiles to your faces. \nWarm your heart\, brighten your winter\, and enjoy music that brings Comfort and Joy! A short reception will follow the concert. We look forward to seeing you! \nComfort & Joy | 3 p.m. Sun.\, Dec. 14 | St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church\, 209 Colorado Avenue\, Ames \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/comfort-and-joy-ames-choral-society/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church\, 209 Colorado Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Choral Society":MAILTO:ameschoralsociety@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251109T051341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251109T051341Z
UID:10001688-1765720800-1765728000@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:2nd Sunday Swift Youth Writers Groups - Ames Writers Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sun.\, Dec 14 for the 2nd Sunday Swift Youth Writers Group held from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Ames Public Library. We are scheduled to meet in the P.E.O. room\, but check monitors incase the location changes. We supply notebooks\, pens and other materials to prompt and inspire stories. This Sunday\, Adela Solano Osmundson\, a graduate of this program\, will lead the Swift Youth Writers group. She looks forward to writing with those of you who can join her.\n\n\nSwift Youth Writers Groups are an Ames Writers Collective FREE community outreach program held in partnership with the Ames Public Library. The Ames Writers Collective community outreach programs are funded by grants and generous donors.\n\n\n\n\nJoin us! Happy Writing!
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/2nd-sunday-swift-youth-writers-groups-ames-writers-collective-2/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ames Writers Collective":MAILTO:ana@ameswriterscollective.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251103T033330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T035909Z
UID:10001354-1765720800-1765728000@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Pokémon Club - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Calling all school-aged Poké-Kids! Come learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and use a Library-supplied deck to battle other players. You can bring your decks to talk and strategize with other players\, but card trading will not be allowed. Don’t want to play? Come to watch others\, enjoy Poké-art activities\, chat with other kids\, and build a supportive community of friends! Farwell T. Brown Auditorium \nKids ages 8 and under need to bring a caregiver along to help. Caregivers: not sure what Pokémon is all about? This is a great opportunity to learn along with your kids! \nSupported by Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/pokemon-club-ames-public-library/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251129T184529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T184813Z
UID:10002231-1765717200-1765726200@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:The 44th Annual Nutcracker Ballet at Stephens
DESCRIPTION:Stephens Auditorium’s Nutcracker Ballet production dates back decades as one of the historic performing arts venue’s proudest and best-known traditions. The production puts area youth and adults on stage alongside world-class performers resulting in a spectacular holiday celebration that features stunning production values. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-44th-annual-nutcracker-ballet-at-stephens-3/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephens Auditorium":MAILTO:iscinfo@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251107T232433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T232832Z
UID:10001531-1765702800-1765731600@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:The RG Express - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-reiman-gardens/2025-12-14/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251129T184351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T184351Z
UID:10002230-1765654200-1765661400@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:The 44th Annual Nutcracker Ballet at Stephens
DESCRIPTION:Stephens Auditorium’s Nutcracker Ballet production dates back decades as one of the historic performing arts venue’s proudest and best-known traditions. The production puts area youth and adults on stage alongside world-class performers resulting in a spectacular holiday celebration that features stunning production values. \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-44th-annual-nutcracker-ballet-at-stephens-2/
LOCATION:Stephens Auditorium\, 1900 Center Dr\, Ames\, IA\, 50011\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stephens Auditorium":MAILTO:iscinfo@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251129T203754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251129T203754Z
UID:10002242-1765645200-1765659600@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wonderscape - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season at Reiman Gardens’ enchanting holiday light show! \nWinter Wonderscape at Reiman Gardens! \nEvent Dates & Duration Winter Wonderscape tickets are available for each Thurs.\, Fri.\, and Sat. evening in December\, as well as Sun.\, Dec.21 -Tues.\, Dec. 23. \nTimed ticketing is required – you will select a specific 30-minute entry window from 5  – 7:30 p.m. to reduce crowding. Visitors spend approx. 1-1.5 hours at this event. You are welcome to stay until close at 9 p.m. but last entry is from 7:30p-8p! \nSpecial Nights \nThurs.\, Dec. 4: Iowa Youth Ballet\, from Stephens Auditorium’s Production of The Nutcracker Ballet will perform 15-20 minute dance numbers every half hour in the Garden Room (at the end of the Winter Wonderscape Route). \nSat.\, Dec. 6: Toy Drive at Winter Wonderscape. Bring joy this season–and a new\, unwrapped toy–to help families in need. All donations go to the Boys and Girls Club of Central Iowa–with special guests from the Iowa State Cyclones Women’s Basketball Team. More details available here. \nAbout \nWinter Wonderscape Holiday Light Show is back for its fifth year and better than ever with our outdoor walk-through holiday light show featuring a variety of immersive light displays throughout the entire 17-acre site. Don’t miss our new and improved features and elements including motion and music. \nWalk through brightly lit tunnels and meander beneath fantasy lights that fall like stars. Wander among giant glowing flowers\, a massive disco ball twirling to music\, and a twenty-foot-wide fountain of lights that dances in color. Step into a whimsical Candy Land–inspired pathway\, filled with sweet surprises and vibrant hues\, then drift toward the firefly lights that flicker and shimmer like magic in the night. Don’t miss the breathtaking giant illuminated snowflake and the wide array of other sparkling wonders that make this light show a feast for the senses. \nReturning from last Year: Roast your own smores! This will be available every evening (weather permitting) near our Hunziker House. \nPlease note: the RG Express Holiday Train Display is not open during Winter Wonderscape due to capacity limitations. \nHow Timed Tickets Work: The above time and date specified is your entry time to Winter Wonderscape. You may show up anytime during this window of time. It is not the amount of time you are on site\, only the time you can enter the event. QR codes are required for check in. Please select the “Go to your tickets” link on this email to view your tickets. You may print them or have them available on your phone. \nStarting Point: Entrance to Winter Wonderscape is at our East Entrance and not our main entrance. This will be marked by signage. Also see map below. \nWhat to bring/What not to bring: Be sure to dress for the weather – it may be cold\, rainy\, snowy/icy\, and/or windy. Strollers\, wheelchairs\, and motorized mobility scooters are welcome. No bicycles\, skateboards or other vehicles are allowed. We apologize but we are not able to check out our wheelchairs or mobility scooters during this event. Do not bring pets\, companion animals\, or emotional support animals. Service animals are allowed. \nBathrooms: Bathrooms are located in our main building\, Hunziker House and at Sycamore Falls. These are included on the map below. Please note that our paths are ONE WAY\, so if you would like to use the restroom before you start\, we ask you return to the start of the path\, which is also marked. See map below. \nPath Length: The path is approximately ¾ of a mile and is under 5% slope and takes 40-80 minutes to walk in entirety. Visitors are welcome to walk the loop more than once. See map below. \nAccessibility: The entire path is ADA accessible. 90% of the path is paved. We apologize that we are not able to allow use of our wheelchairs or motorized mobility scooters on the nights of this event due to liability issues. You are welcome to bring your own motorized mobility scooters or wheelchairs. If you need special accommodations\, please contact the Director of Guest Services at 515-294-8994 or rrule@iastate.edu. \nView 2025 Route Map \nEntrance\, Exit and Parking Map: Parking is free. Preferred Parking Lot is S2\, with S1\, S3\, S5 and S6 as additional parking. The Beach Avenue gate will also be open.\nView map for parking \nDirections to Reiman Gardens: Some smart phones and GPS list Reiman Gardens and our mailing address in the wrong location. Instead of entering Reiman Gardens or our address\, enter into the map’s search field “intersection of University Blvd and South 16th Street. Find the map below with directions to our entrance from the intersection of University Blvd and S. 16th St.\nView Directions Map to Reiman Gardens\nShare this event: http://bit.ly/3J2C3YE \n 
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/winter-wonderscape-reiman-gardens/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251107T232742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T233225Z
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SUMMARY:The RG Express Extended Hours - Reiman Gardens
DESCRIPTION:A Reiman Gardens holiday tradition is back! Visitors of all ages will be enchanted by the RG Express Train from Sat.\, Nov. 8\, 2025\, through Sun.\, Jan. 18\, 2026. This detailed garden scale display was created by Applied Imagination\, an internationally recognized company whose train displays merge botanical design and architecture. The RG Express is one of only 18 North American train displays of this magnitude! Walk past\, around\, and under miniature buildings and bridges built in the likeness of some of Iowa State University’s and Reiman Gardens’ most significant buildings. Don’t miss the magic of the RG Express this holiday season!  \nClosed November 22\, Thanksgiving Day\, Christmas Eve\, Christmas Day\, and New Year’s Day. Open until 8 p.m. on Tues.\, December 2\, 9\, and 16 to allow for special nighttime viewing of the RG Express. The lighted buildings and holiday decorations help the season come alive as the trains travel throughout our indoor conservatory.  \nDue to capacity limits\, the RG Express Train Display is not open during the Winter Wonderscape light show. This display is included in the regular price of admission (free for members and Iowa State University students). \nThe RG Express Train exhibit would not be possible without the support of the Central Iowa Garden Railway Society and Just Add Water.  \n\n\n\nGeneral admission\n$12\n\n\nseniors\, ages 65 and up\n$11\n\n\nyouth\, ages 2-12\n$6\n\n\nyouth\, under 2\nfree\n\n\nReiman Gardens members\nfree\n\n\nIowa State University students\nfree\n\n\n\nMore information about admission here: https://reimangardens.com/admission-and-hours
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/the-rg-express-extended-hours-reiman-gardens/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Reiman Gardens\, 1407 University Blvd\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Reiman Gardens":MAILTO:reimangardens@iastate.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T173000
DTSTAMP:20260511T020601
CREATED:20251103T031945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T031945Z
UID:10001325-1765641600-1765647000@calendar.amesart.org
SUMMARY:Conversation Circles: French - Ames Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in French. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. Dale H. Ross Board Room \nTo join via Zoom\, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81706386269?pwd=h7HfoFApVWwea7yboGPUGsxXgRhD9w.1 \n515 Douglas Avenue\nAmes\, IA 50010\n(515) 239-5646 \nMon. – Thurs.: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.\nFri. & Sat.: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.\nSun: 1 – 5 p.m.
URL:https://calendar.amesart.org/event/conversation-circles-french-ames-public-library/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Ames Public Library\, 515 Douglas Ave\, Ames\, IA\, 50010\, United States
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