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- 1Books & Bevs at London Underground6:00 pm – 7:00 pmOn first Mondays of each month, Books & Beverages will be meeting from 6 – 7 PM across the street at our favorite bar, London Underground, with co-owner Ellyn and bookseller Bailey to keep you company. This book club does not require that you read a particular book; in fact, even if you wanted to, there isn’t , …
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- 3Spring Floral Embroidery Hoop Workshop6:00 pm – 8:00 pmLearn a new skill while creating a new piece of art for your home or a gift for a friend! Owner of Handful of Made, Karlie Hunter, will walk you through embroidering this floral-designed hoop. You will learn a few basic stitches, embroidery tips and tricks, and go home with your own hand-embroidered spring floral 5R , …Iowa History Live Event: Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa7:00 pm – 8:00 pmJoin historian Kevin Mason for an immersive journey along the 1835 First U.S. Dragoon Expedition route in Iowa. Drawing from his new book, Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa, Mason uncovers how the state’s prairies and wetlands evolved into the farms, towns, and highways we know today. Blending environmental h , …
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- 5Summer Boozy Book Fair6:00 pm – 9:00 pmSummer’s just starting, so come and join us for a Boozy Book Fair at Alluvial Brewing and stock up on all your reading (and craft beer) needs! On Friday, June 5 from 6-9 PM, we will have live music from Ben Schrag, a food truck vendor for dinner, a DIY annotation bar, merchandise, and LOTS of books! This event is , …
- 6Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market8:00 am – 12:30 pmSpecial Event: Joyful Colorz Face Painting Musician: Dixie Slicks Day Sponsor: Vendor List: Full-Time Vendors: Amaz 3D B+ Beards Backcountry Winery Baked by Beth Barrelly Conscious Bean Caffeinated LLC Bellbottom Moble Café Carlos Quesadillas C’est la Crepe Crafty Folk of Ames Crave A Cake , …Nature’s Apothecary: Herbs and Oils Workshop10:00 am – 12:00 pmBegin with a relaxing sensory stroll through the Herb Garden, where you’ll smell, touch, and learn about plants with medicinal and holistic uses. Then head indoors as Jenny from Life Distilled guides you through the science of essential oils and helps you craft your own custom essential oil roller using botanicals from , …Pride with HeroicAll DayWe hosting our annual Pride event! Pick up a game board at Heroic Hair starting at 10AM and then visit the participating businesses to be entered to win a gift basket full of items from participating businesses. , …Choral Skills Group11:00 am – 1:00 pmJoin our Choral Skills Group for the chance to grow your skills as a singer with a tight-knit community of other local musicians! No matter your skill level or prior experience, everyone is welcome to add their voice to our choral group. Together, we learn and review proper singing techniques and apply those skills to , …
- 7Lucky Star Market at FarewayAll DayWe’re bringing together over 40 talented, local handmade and artisan vendors! Shop one of a kind art, ceramics, textiles, fresh flowers, jewelry, artisanal food and so much more. Free admission, family-friendly. Live music by Foxpin & Wil Hatchet. Free market bags for the first 100 shoppers. Support local non , …
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- 112026 Art Walk5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The annual Art Walk is a great event that showcases downtown businesses as well as community artists. Discover the artwork of dozens artists including painters, jewelry makers, photographers, woodworkers, potters, sculptors, musicians, and much more! The website will be updated with participating artists and businesse , … - 12
- 13Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market8:00 am – 12:30 pmSpecial Event: TBD Musician: Patricia Holly Cooking Contest: Kid’s Bake Off | Sign Up Here! Day Sponsor: Vendor List: Full-Time Vendors: Amaz 3D B+ Beards Backcountry Winery Baked by Beth Barrelly Conscious Bean Caffeinated LLC Bellbottom Moble Café Carlos Quesadillas C’est la , …Ames/Story County Juneteenth Celebration12:30 pm – 5:00 pmA Summer Celebration of African American Culture! Activities include live entertainment, free food (while it lasts), arts and craft activities, games and much more! , …Belly Laughs: A Belly Dance Social & Drum Circle2:00 pm – 4:00 pmJoin the FunDamental Studios family for an afternoon of Belly Dancing, Drumming & Games! , …
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- 15Belly Dance with Shiara!6:00 pm – 6:45 pmExplore a New way to Move! Enjoy a Fun way to Exercise! Experience the Beauty of Belly Dance! This class introduces students to the Basic Movements used in ALL styles of Middle Eastern (Belly) Dance. No previous dance experience needed. , …Expand Your Dance with Shiara!7:00 pm – 7:45 pmContinue your belly dance journey by exploring new concepts each week that help polish your skills and grow your understanding of this beautiful art form. (Knowledge of the foundation moves used in belly dance is required.) , …
- 16Steak, Bourbon & Cast Iron6:00 pm – 8:00 pmTuesday, June 16, 2026 · 6:00 PM · $65 Demonstration Class. Watch it cooked, eat a full steak dinner. Cast iron and a good steak go back a long way, and there are reasons for that. High heat, a serious sear, and a pan that holds its temperature like it means it. Once you see it in action, the why clicks. We walk throug , …Beginner Bargello Class6:30 pm – 8:30 pmUnlock the vibrant world of Bargello needlepoint in this hands-on class designed for beginners and makers ready to try something new! Bargello is a stunning geometric stitching technique known for bold color transitions and rhythmic wave-like patterns. In this session, you’ll stitch a chic border that transforms an eve , …
- 17Lunch Bunch Stitching Meetup12:00 pm – 2:00 pmDe-stress during the work day with our new lunch time stitching group! Bring a project, bring lunch, and join us for stitching fun. Every Third Wednesday of the Month, 12-2 p.m. , …Bored? Games!6:30 pm – 8:30 pmWill 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. Supported by t , …
- 18Paint and Plant5:30 pm – 8:00 pmWe provide the flower pot and paint, you create a beautiful home for your plants! We will have plants available from Back Alley Plants for a small fee or give one of your own plants a new home. Open to all ages. Refreshments available for a donation. , …3rd Thursday Fit Night5:30 pm – 7:00 pmJoin us for a community event focused on enjoying the outdoors and staying active. Follow a set route at your own pace – run or walk as far as you like. Every 3rd Thursday from May through October, meet at Brown’s Shoe Fit Ames. Bring friends and enjoy refreshments, giveaways, and a fun midweek boost to you , …Middle Eastern Drumming with Chris & Lisa!5:30 pm – 6:15 pmThe Drum is the heartbeat of all Middle Eastern Music! Bring your dumbeck (or borrow one of ours) and learn to play a new rhythm each week. , …Board Game Night6:00 pm – 9:00 pmMorning Bell will be open late, offering our coffee menu plus a special cocktail and mocktail with board games available to play , …Drawing Class with Chris & Owyn!6:30 pm – 7:15 pmExplore new concepts each week and have fun expanding your creativity! Whether you’re young or young at heart, this class celebrates the inner child in us all. , …Delsarte Expression with Lisa!6:30 pm – 7:15 pmThree Pillars Arts ® Delsarte is a body language analysis that is complete, thorough, and understood best when experienced. Whether you’re a performing artist or someone who wishes to be more purposefully expressive, this class is for you! , …
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- 20Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market8:00 am – 12:30 pmSpecial Event: Nathan & Clay Musician: Asphalt & Stained Glass Day Sponsor: Vendor List: Full-Time Vendors: Amaz 3D B+ Beards Backcountry Winery Baked by Beth Barrelly Conscious Bean Caffeinated LLC Bellbottom Moble Café Carlos Quesadillas C’est la Crepe Crafty Folk of Ames Crave A , …Choral Skills Group11:00 am – 1:00 pmJoin our Choral Skills Group for the chance to grow your skills as a singer with a tight-knit community of other local musicians! No matter your skill level or prior experience, everyone is welcome to add their voice to our choral group. Together, we learn and review proper singing techniques and apply those skills to , …
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- 22Belly Dance with Shiara!6:00 pm – 6:45 pmExplore a New way to Move! Enjoy a Fun way to Exercise! Experience the Beauty of Belly Dance! This class introduces students to the Basic Movements used in ALL styles of Middle Eastern (Belly) Dance. No previous dance experience needed. , …Expand Your Dance with Shiara!7:00 pm – 7:45 pmContinue your belly dance journey by exploring new concepts each week that help polish your skills and grow your understanding of this beautiful art form. (Knowledge of the foundation moves used in belly dance is required.) , …
- 234th Tuesday Free Open Write3:30 pm – 5:00 pmJoin Ana McCracken for our Open Write Tuesday on Zoom or in person at Fifth Street Writers. WHAT’S AN OPEN WRITE? We join together, share what we’re working on, and write for ~90 minutes. At the end, we share our successes, and sign off. Easy peasy. Email Ana, ana@ameswriterscollective.org to register for the event. , …
- 24Summer Mixology w/ Noah6:00 pm – 8:00 pmWednesday, June 24, 2026 · 6:00 PM · $65 Hands-On Workshop with Noah. You mix them, you drink them. A good cocktail is not complicated. It is balanced. Once you understand why a drink works, you stop guessing and start making the ones people ask you for again. Noah walks you through two cocktails built for summer, the , …USA Applique Workshop6:30 pm – 8:30 pmIn this beginner-friendly hand applique workshop, you’ll learn basic stitches and embroidery tips & tricks while adding some fun USA-themed embellishments to a garment of your choosing. Your ticket will cover all embroidery materials and instruction – you bring an item to work on. For the purpose of this embr , …
- 25Cecil’s Harp4:00 pm – 6:00 pmCecil’s Harp, a local Ames English Country Dance music duo, frequently play at Chocolaterie Stam in downtown Ames, IA. Cecil’s Harp plays music from the 1500’s to Jane Austen to present day. They are local musicians Linda and Gary Lieberman of Ames. , …Middle Eastern Drumming with Chris & Lisa!5:30 pm – 6:15 pmThe Drum is the heartbeat of all Middle Eastern Music! Bring your dumbeck (or borrow one of ours) and learn to play a new rhythm each week. , …Drawing Class with Chris & Owyn!6:30 pm – 7:15 pmExplore new concepts each week and have fun expanding your creativity! Whether you’re young or young at heart, this class celebrates the inner child in us all. , …Delsarte Expression with Lisa!6:30 pm – 7:15 pmThree Pillars Arts ® Delsarte is a body language analysis that is complete, thorough, and understood best when experienced. Whether you’re a performing artist or someone who wishes to be more purposefully expressive, this class is for you! , …Heated Rivalry Book Bedazzling7:00 pm – 9:00 pmMeet us at the cottage (aka Dog-Eared Books) to bedazzle Heated Rivalry (or your favorite Rachel Reid). This event will take place on Thursday, June 25 starting at 7 PM. Tickets for this event are $10 with the option to purchase a new copy of the book for bedazzling purposes. You’re also welcome to bring a copy t , …
- 26Tiny Deck Concert: Fred Love & the Bakersfield Brawl6:00 pm – 7:30 pmTiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026! Kick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck! Friday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM Head to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up the sounds—it’s the perfect way to , …
- 27Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market8:00 am – 12:30 pmSpecial Event: Ames Bookmobile Musician: Elizabeth Zimmerman Day Sponsor: Vendor List: Full-Time Vendors: Amaz 3D B+ Beards Backcountry Winery Baked by Beth Barrelly Conscious Bean Caffeinated LLC Bellbottom Moble Café Carlos Quesadillas C’est la Crepe Crafty Folk of Ames Crave A Cake Deal , …June Chef’s Table5:00 pm – 7:00 pmSaturday, June 27, 2026 · 5:00 PM · $85 Chef’s Table. Watch it cooked, eat every course. Summer in Iowa means the good stuff is finally in season, and this is a meal built around exactly that. We put together a four to five course dinner designed around what June is giving us: fresh, bright flavors and the kind o , …
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- 29Belly Dance with Shiara!6:00 pm – 6:45 pmExplore a New way to Move! Enjoy a Fun way to Exercise! Experience the Beauty of Belly Dance! This class introduces students to the Basic Movements used in ALL styles of Middle Eastern (Belly) Dance. No previous dance experience needed. , …Expand Your Dance with Shiara!7:00 pm – 7:45 pmContinue your belly dance journey by exploring new concepts each week that help polish your skills and grow your understanding of this beautiful art form. (Knowledge of the foundation moves used in belly dance is required.) , …
- 30Strawberry Shortcake & Summer Berries6:00 pm – 8:00 pmTuesday, June 30, 2026 · 6:00 PM · $55 Demonstration Class. Watch it made, eat the dessert. The sponge-cake version is fine. But a buttery, slightly crisp sweet biscuit split open under fresh strawberries and whipped cream is something else entirely. This one is built around our take on strawberry shortcake, starting w , …
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Middle Eastern Drumming with Chris & Lisa!
6:30 pm – 7:15 pm
Drawing Class with Chris & Owyn!
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Delsarte Expression with Lisa!
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Dog-Eared Presents Birding English by Jeremy Withers
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