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March 2010
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Let Us Help You Make the Most of Your Stay in Ames!
Let www.visitames.com be your Ames resource for hotels, shopping, dining and a complete event calendar. The Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau has a variety of ways to help you have a great visit.
Stop by our expanded Ames/ISU Information Booth on your next trip to Ames; located on University Boulevard, northeast of Jack Trice Stadium. Ambassadors are available weekdays from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., or call them at 515.294.5583.
Check out this year's brand new Visitors Guide for great deals, exciting events to attend, and much more right here in Ames! You can view it online or have a complimentary guide mailed right to your front door by entering your address here!
Whether you are a long-time resident, or just visiting Ames for the day, be sure to also take advantage of our Red Carpet Coupons that offer great deals at many area businesses! You can print your own copy or stop by the information booth to pick one up. |
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__________________________________________________________________ Plan an Ames Getaway and Come for the Show!
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 We've got a great offer for you! Get two tickets to a Performing Arts Series show of your choice at Stephens Auditorium when you book a hotel room package at a participating hotel for the same night. Packages start at only $89.95!
Visit "Come for the Show" to view a list of performances and see the great hotel packages offered. This is a perfect opportunity to celebrate a special occasion, catch up with old friends or give a great gift!
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__________________________________________________________________ Ames Welcomes the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournaments! |
 Ames is proud to host the first and second rounds of the Division One NCAA Women's Basketball Championships at Hilton Coliseum. Adult tickets are $27, and youth tickets (age 12 and under) are $22.
Don't miss out on all the other Iowa State Cyclone athletics this spring! Come cheer on the Cyclones at any of these upcoming events or visit cyclones.com for complete schedules and ticket options!
Other upcoming sporting events:
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 Performing Arts Series at Stephens Auditorium
March 11 - Le Grand Cirque
March 23 - Avenue Q
April 18 - Luna Negra Dance Troupe and Turtle Island String Quartet
April 22 - Cabaret Tickets can be purchased through www.ticketmaster.com or in person by visiting the Ticket Office at Stephens Auditorium's north entrance. The Ticket Office is open weekdays from 10 a.m. - 4pm, and until curtain time for weekday performances. On weekends, the office opens an hour and a half before showtime. For more information, visit the Iowa State Center. |
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 Gospel Extravaganza!
On March 26th, CONNECT's annual Gospel Extravaganza will welcome people from all walks of life, and give them an experience of Christianity through gospel music, praise dancing, spoken-word, and poetry featuring talent from the Ames and Des Moines area. Due to the increase in attendance, this year the event will be hosted at Stephens Auditorium. Come enjoy this free event that is open to the public. Free will offerings will be accepted.
For more information, visit www.newbirthames.org. |
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Savor the Start of Spring in Ames... |
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Ames invites you to celebrate the beginning of Spring by taking in all the community has to offer. From spell-binding theatrical performances, lively festivals, quaint shops, and exceptional restaurants, you will quickly find yourself enamored by this friendly city.
Here are a few events to get you started! Be sure to check out www.visitames.com for a complete list!
April 9-11, 16-18, 23-25 - Game Show, Ames Community Theater
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__________________________________________________________________ Become a fan of Ames, Iowa on Facebook! |
Get links to events and special news updates. Check out our photo albums. Comment on your favorite things to do in and around town.
Go to www.facebook.com/visitames to become a fan!
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Hope you have a wonderful visit to Ames!
Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau
515.232.4032 |
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