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Tuesday, April 1st, 2025
Good morning, Ames. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Olive Garden will open a new restaurant at the northwest corner of Highway 30 and Dayton Avenue in Ames that will create 150 jobs, a spokesperson said. The Italian chain—known for its never-ending soup, salad, and breadsticks—will be its ninth in Iowa. Local 5
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PALS Course at Ames Surgery Center
1-9:30 p.m. — Ames Surgery Center — Course fee required — Master pediatric assessment and emergency interventions with hands-on practice in this comprehensive PALS course.
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PALS Renewal Course
1-5:30 p.m. — Ames Surgery Center — Registration required — Enhance your skills in pediatric emergency care with hands-on practice and assessments.
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Baby Time
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Engage in stories, songs, and sign language with your pre-walker.
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Zhenni Li-Cohen: Solo Piano Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall — Ticket details unavailable — Experience the captivating artistry of Zhenni Li-Cohen as she performs a diverse program reflecting her rich cultural background.
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Boone Spring Craft and Vendor Shopping Event
9 AM – 3 PM — Link'd Jewelry — Free admission — Explore a variety of unique vendors and festive crafts to welcome the spring season.
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Romeo and Juliet Ballet
7-9:20 p.m. — Stephens Auditorium — Costumes Courtesy of Cincinnati Ballet — Experience the timeless love story with live music and stunning choreography in this world premiere production.
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The Bells of Iowa State: An Enduring Tradition
7-8 p.m. — Ames Public Library — Free entry — Discover the history and melodies of Iowa State's iconic Carillon with multimedia storytelling.
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Carson Cupp: Senior Trombone Recital
7:30 p.m. — Iowa State University — Tickets required — Watch Carson perform his senior recital on trombone.
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