Okay, so I'm late posting this week but it's much slower than usual and I have to be honest - it takes me about an hour to do this and I'm not sure how many people are getting that much benefit from it so I am not going to spend an hour tonight, I'm going to keep it short & sweet but will still include some fun ideas for the rest of the week.
Of course, the Iowa State Fair is still going strong this week and this is the last week for the Brookside wading pool (last day is August 18).
Thursday, August 15 - 12:00PM - meal, 12:30PM - show - "Hot Dog Dinner Theater" - dig into the world of magic with our favorite magician, Rick Eugene! The entire family will enjoy this show but the meal beforehand is an added bonus. Come on in for a hot dog, chips, veggies, dessert, and a drink. I don't see any mention of price so not sure if this is free so may want to bring some money just in case. **UPDATE** - this is at BANDSHELL PARK
Thursday, August 15 - 2:00-3:00PM - Balloon Animals Workshop for 9 year-olds and up. Learn how to make balloon critters during this hour of hands-on activities. Space is limited so pre-registration is required - call 239-5644 to reserve a spot. Ames City Auditorium, 520 6th St.
Thursday, August 15 - 5:00PM - meal, 5:30PM - show - "Hot Dog Dinner Theater", see 12:00PM listing.
Thursday, August 15 - 5:30PM-7:30PM - Tune Into Main Street at Tom Evans Park on Main Street Ames. No balloon animals this week but there is live music and last month there was a bouncy house (free) and kids could wear their swimsuits and get splashed with water balloons. Also, Valentino's had pizza slices, cookies and drinks for sale.
Thursday, August 15 - 6:30PM - Searching for Shakespeare presents Macbeth. Free, bring chairs or blankets, show runs about 80 minutes. Moore Memorial Park (near Northridge). There is a nice playground here that is exactly like the one at Bandshell Park.
Friday, August 16 - 2:00PM - "The Rescuers Down Under" movie (rated G) showing at Ames City Auditorium, 520 6th St. No food or drink allowed.
Friday, August 16 - 6:30PM - Searching for Shakespeare presents Macbeth. See August 15 listing.
Saturday, August 17 - 8AM-noon - Farmer's Market on Main Street, look for fun kids activities and music in Tom Evans Park.
Saturday, August 17 - 1:00PM - Searching for Shakespeare presents Macbeth. See August 15 listing.
Sunday, August 18 - 2:00-5:00PM - Snus Hill Winery will have live music, thanks to Julie for the tip! I have never been but she tells me it is free and there is a sandbox for kids to play in so will have to try to make it before the end of their season. See website for details: http://snushillwine.com/events/
Sunday, August 18 - 3:00-6:00PM - my ever-favorite place to go - Prairie Moon Winery will have live music, cost is $3 for adults 21 and over, kids are free. See their website for details: http://www.prairiemoonwinery.com/events.cfm
Furman Aquatic Center may begin to have shorter hours as summer winds down but I think they're open through Labor Day, weather permitting. Check their Facebook page for updates.
Also, the Story City Carousel will close after Labor Day so if you haven't made it over there yet or want to squeeze in a few more rides before the end of the season you have a couple of weeks left.
Sorry for the delay but hope you have a great rest of the week and find something fun to do to enjoy this wonderful weather!!
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