When Is Santa Claus Coming To Ames?

November 21, 2024

In Today’s All About Ames Issue…

🗓️ Calendar of Events

🐕 Dog of the Day

🌟 Positive Affirmation

⚡️Spark for the Day

When Is Santa Claus Coming To Ames?

Santa Claus is coming to Ames! Get ready to catch the man in red at these festive events around town. Check the details below for when and where to find Santa this holiday season, but be sure to confirm event times and ticket requirements in advance.

  • When: Dec. 5 (5:00-8:00 p.m.)

  • Where: Duck Worth Wearing, 232 Main St, Ames, IA

  • Phone: 515-232-4032

  • When: Dec. 7 (9:00-11:00 a.m.; pre-registration encouraged)

  • Where: Homewood Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse, 401 E. 20th St, Ames, IA

  • Phone: 515-239-5363

  • When: Dec. 7 (12:00-3:00 p.m.)

  • Where: Ames History Museum, 416 Douglas Ave #101, Ames, IA

  • Phone: 515-232-2148

Students Rally Against DEI Restrictions

Iowa State students gathered Wednesday morning at Parks Library to protest Senate File 2435 (SF 2435), which reduces funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. Chants of “DEI saves lives” echoed as students expressed frustration with the Board of Regents’ decision to approve changes impacting spaces for marginalized groups.

Supporters like Sen. Herman Quirmbach highlighted the University's legal obligations under the Iowa Civil Rights Act and suggested ways to maintain DEI initiatives through student organizations, academic departments, and federal standards.

Protest organizer Silvera Dudenhoefer urged the University and Regents to prioritize student voices, while Ames resident Terry Miles stressed that losing DEI resources could drive down enrollment.

Despite the cold, participants emphasized the need to raise awareness and push for change, advocating collective action to preserve inclusivity on campus.

Free Clothing and Winter Gear Near Campus

Clothing That Works, a volunteer-run thrift store by Collegiate United Methodist Church on Sheldon Avenue near Dunkin’ Donuts, offers free clothing to all. Visitors can find items like jackets, sweaters, jeans, and even new Bombas socks, but there are limits on certain items like shoes and coats.

Currently, the store seeks donations of men's clothing and t-shirts. Open Wednesdays from 2-5 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., the store welcomes everyone to shop or donate during these hours.

Holiday Market at Reiman Gardens

Reiman Gardens is hosting its new Holiday Market, offering a perfect opportunity to shop for seasonal and nature-inspired goods in a beautiful garden setting. Browse various handcrafted, vintage, and artwork items from local artists while enjoying the festive atmosphere. Visitors can also explore the RG Express Train Exhibit in the Hughes Conservatory Garden.

Featured Artists:

  • Thymelyglass Studio – Mika Sorak-Weirbach

  • Ciccotti Art Glass – Art Ciccotti

  • Textiles – Ritu Jain

  • Fairywings Jewelry – Nancy Hatch

  • LaurieJaneArt – Laurie Hoifeldt

  • AM Artistic – Amy Mueggenberg

  • M.S. Buyck – Mindy Buyck

  • Old Parts, New Hearts – Pam Dyer

  • Worldly Goods

  • Three Smooth Stones – Betty Chamness Trost

  • Rhonda Scott Studio – Rhonda Scott

  • Morphew Designs – Heather Morphew Nelson

  • Miranda Meyer

  • My Dinosaur Dreams – Afton Stout

When: Nov 22, 2024 | 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Reiman Gardens

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No. 8 Iowa State Falls to UNI, 87-75

Iowa State (4-1) suffered its first season loss to UNI (3-1) with a final score of 87-75. Audi Crooks led the Cyclones with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Addy Brown added 21 points, 12 boards, and five assists. Despite a solid first half, Iowa State couldn't hold off UNI's Maya McDermott, who scored 37 points on 66.7% shooting.

Up next, Iowa State hosts Drake on Sunday at 2 p.m., streaming on ESPN+.

Iowa State Achieves 10th Consecutive Record GSR Score.

According to the latest NCAA academic performance metrics, Iowa State University student-athletes have matched their school-record Graduation Success Rate (GSR) of 95% for the third consecutive year. This marks a decade of continuous improvement, rising from 77% in 2014.

ISU’s GSR outpaced NCAA and Big 12 averages, ranking second in the conference behind Cincinnati. Notable achievements include eight programs earning perfect GSR scores of 100%, with football achieving a program-best 95%. Female student-athletes posted a 98% GSR, maintaining excellence for 19 straight years above 90%.

Athletic Director Jamie Pollard credited student-athletes, coaches, and academic staff for fostering a culture prioritizing academic success and athletic performance.

Cyclones Compete in Hawkeye Invitational

Iowa State swimming and diving heads to Iowa City for the Hawkeye Invitational, starting Thursday at 10 a.m. and running through Saturday evening. The Cyclones, sitting at 2-1 this season, will face nine teams, including Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, and Kansas.

After a tough loss to Nebraska, Iowa State looks to rebound while gaining early insights into future opponents Iowa, UNI, and Kansas. The meet promises fierce competition, with Big Ten teams like Iowa and Illinois expected to perform strongly. Live results will be available on hawkeyesports.com.

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Today’s Affirmation

“I choose to thrive today. Every action I take is a step toward excellence, and I give my best in all I do.”

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