Food and Entertainment
“Big Green Egg” Charcoal Grill from Fagen Fireplace Center with Fareway Gift Certificate
Your neighbors will drool as you fire up the Big Green Egg. This is not just another grill. The Big Green Egg is a smoker, a barbeque grill and an oven all rolled into one! You can grill steaks and chops to the perfect degree of doneness, cooking at temps up to 750 degrees for steakhouse searing and as low as 200-250 degrees for the low-and-slow smoke cooking. The Big Green Egg can be used year 'round. This powerful piece of machinery isn’t complete without its other half, a $100 gift certificate for the meats of your choice from Fareway.
Sponsor: Fagen Fireplace Center, Jim & Sandy Fagen and Fareway
Value: $800
Tailgate or Backyard BBQ for 25 People by Smokin’ Caboose BBQ
This is not just another yard party! Smokin Caboose travels the Midwest competing against the best Pitmasters in the country, and YOU have the opportunity to let them cater for you and 24 of your friends, at your home. Smokin’ Caboose will cook all food on-site, prepared fresh for your party. The package includes a choice of one apple or hickory-smoked meat and two side dishes. The recipes used will have been evaluated by professional contest judges. You can’t pass this up.
Sponsor: Smokin’ Caboose BBQ, Jason & Jenny Berg
Value: $450
500-Piece Crown & Dice Poker Chip Set
Your home will feel a little like a casino with this 500-piece poker chip set. The chips are decorated with crowns and dice on the outer rim. The parlor game accessory includes 150 white, 150 red, 100 blue and 100 green chips. The set comes protected in a heavy-duty, yet light aluminum case. The case is bright silver with green velour interior. The case holds up to 500 chips, two card decks and three buttons. The set includes dealer, big blind and little blind buttons and two decks of cards.
Sponsor: Joseph & Mary Merchant
Value: $430
Newair Fueled Stainless Steel Patio Heater
Keep friends and family warm on your patio or deck even on chilly Iowa nights. This heater has 40,000 BTU heating, is fueled by clean burning propane and has a huge heating area of 22 feet. With a Piezoelectric pilot lighter and an adjustable heat control, this is a great addition to any outdoor patio. The large reflector provides uniform heat to the surrounding area, and the sturdy, weather-resistant construction means that the New Air patio heater was built to last.
Sponsor: Pat & Therese Halbur
Value: $425
Deluxe 28-Bottle Thermoelectric Wine Cooler with Lock
Store up to 28 bottles of your favorite wine in this EdgeStar Wine Cooler with lock. Your wine will age within optimal temperature and humidity conditions, and you get a wine cooler with one of the most stylish finishes available. The cooler features a premium metallic silver door trim with double-paned tempered glass. The tinted glass door protects your wine from harmful light. The door features a lock and towel bar handle.
Sponsor: Jason & Marcie Niegsch
Value: $300
Fine Pork Cuts from Niman Ranch
It’s time to stock your freezer. Niman Ranch will provide a market-ready, free-range pig. You even get to pick the cuts. Niman Ranch meat simply tastes better because of the natural way it is raised–lots of space, humane conditions, no growth hormones or sub-therapeutic antibiotics. The winner of this package will contact Susan O'Brien.
Sponsor: Jason & Susan O’Brien
Value: $300
The Pampered Chef 5-Piece Stainless Steel Cookware Set
Exceed your expectations! This is the perfect starter set to introduce you to the amazing results you can achieve with stainless cookware. This package includes a 4-qt. Covered Casserole, 2-qt. Covered Saucepan and 10" Sauté Pan. The casserole and saucepan include measure marks and glass lids.
Sponsor: The Pampered Chef, Tori Shahidi
Value: $295
Coleman Stainless Steel Party Cooler
Entertaining is easy with this stylish indoor/outdoor, stainless steel cooler that stands over two feet tall on its black, rust-resistant stand. The cooler holds up to 48, 12-oz cans, five 1.5 liter bottles or 10.5 gallons of liquid and keeps beverages cold for up to 12 hours. It has a drink dispenser that doubles as a handy drain for melted ice. Convenient side handles also make this cooler easy to move. The cooler is made with a built-in bottle opener and comes with a see-through lid.
Sponsor: Jonathan & Stacy Ryan and Chris & Heather Currans
Value: $290
Bread Maker, Bread Machine Cookbook and Jelly Basket
You can have the smell of fresh-baked bread anytime with this Toastmaster 1.5 lb. Horizontal Bread Maker. All the recipes you need are in "The Bread Machine Cookbook." There’s only one thing better than fresh baked bread, and that is fresh baked bread with homemade jellies, made by Eleanor Thilges. All of this can be yours if your stomach speaks loud enough.
Sponsor: Terri & Tim Simodynes and Eleanor Thilges
Value: $275
Complete ISU Tailgate Basket
You won't be able to resist this complete ISU Tailgate basket. This winning package includes: a yellow canvas tote with stainless handle and body, Smith & Wollensky Steak Sauce, Cyclone napkins, four meat skewers, steak seasonings, a stainless grilling fork, tongs, basting brush and spatula. You'll also get a cardinal colored All-Clad gourmet textile set, which includes an apron, grilling mitts with terry interior and an embroidered flat towel.
Sponsor: Bridget Konz
Value: $250
Pottery Barn Serving Set
Your guests will fall in love with this complete Pottery Barn set of eight crimson and white polka dot plates with matching napkins, a star-shaped serving bowl and six silver angel napkin holders.
Sponsor: Craig & Debbie Grandgenett
Value: $200
Classic Plus Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer
The kid in you will appreciate how quick and easy it is to whip up a batch of cookie dough with this Kitchen Aid stand mixer. It is white with tilt back head and all-metal construction. It's as pretty as it is rugged?you'll want to show it off. The mixer includes a flat beater, dough hook, wire whip and 4-1/2 quart brushed stainless steel bowl.
Sponsor: Alex & Kathy Ramirez
Value: $200
Insignia 8-1/2" Portable DVD Player
Keep the kids entertained anywhere, anytime with this lightweight, convenient DVD player with widescreen LCD display.
Sponsor: Greg & Karen Tylka
Value: $175
“Treats by Susan” Desserts for a Year and a Dessert-Serving Two-Tier Lazy Susan
Take the pressure off yourself and let someone else do the work! Susan Wohlsdorf will happily make twelve months of desserts for one lucky winner. You’ll want the perfect presentation for your lovely desserts and you’ll get it with this Two-Tier Lazy Susan. It’s excellent for entertaining?it has two independent revolving tiers, it’s made of wrought iron construction and its ceramic compartments are microwave and dishwasher safe. When you’re not using the lazy susan for desserts, it’s is also perfect for serving hors d’ oeuvres and fruit.
Sponsor: David & Susan Wohlsdorf and Jennifer Sillman
Value: $170
Presentation is Everything Dining Set
You'll be a star with this modern-print set of eight Target Home square dinner plates, eight round salad plates, and a classic white serving platter. Your guests will be impressed.
Sponsor: Troy & Lisa Weary
Value: $150
Lefse Making Kit
Lefse is a traditional soft Norwegian flatbread made out of potato, milk or cream and flour, and cooked on a griddle. Here is your chance to make your very own. With this package you'll receive a Bethany Heritage Grill, pastry cloth, rolling pin, square cut and sheathed lefse stick.
Sponsor: Family of Noel & Eva Steckelberg
Value: $135
Steaks, Steak Knives and Seasonings
This is a manly man’s package. Bring home 5 lbs. of Ribeyes and 5 lbs. of T-Bones that are locally grown. Not only do you get the meat but the tools too. This package comes with a set of eight steak knives and seasonings to delight a crowd of family and friends.
Sponsor: Matt Wenger
Value: $115
The Pampered Chef Colorful Bowl & Platter Set
This contemporary set from The Pampered Chef makes any appetizer or dessert irresistible. The package includes two small square bowls, two small rectangular bowls and one large rectangular serving platter.
Sponsor: Chris & Jennifer Masini
Value: $110
iPod Shuffle and iTunes Gift Card
Clip on the world’s most wearable music player and take up to five hundred songs with you anywhere. The shuffle can deliver a new music experience every time you sync. For more randomness you can shuffle songs during playback with the slide of a switch. Get your play lists started today with this $25 iTunes gift card.
Sponsor: RJ & Lois Vidimos
Value: $100
Technique 11-Piece Silicone Bakeware Set and Better Homes & Gardens Cookbook
From muffins and breads to cakes and cookies, this 11-piece silicone bakeware set has everything you need to create delectable desserts. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday meal or everyday dinner, count on the nonstick silicone to bake evenly and cool quickly for perfect results every time. The flexible construction allows for easy food removal. This set includes two 15” x 12” baking mats, two 2-lb loaf pans, two 8” round cake pans, one 12-cup fluted muffin pan, one 9” square pan, one roasting pan, one fluted tube pan and one large spatula. You will have all the recipes you need to start baking with BH&G’s all-new Pink Edition cookbook, featuring all-star chefs.
Sponsor: Tony & Anne Clem and Jennifer Sillman
Value: $100
Shoppes on Grand Italy Basket
Experience a touch of Italy with this decorative set of two wine glasses, napkins, eight plates, an olive oil decanter and potpourri.
Sponsor: Pat & Therese Halbur
Value: $100
Family Flicks! Pack
Here are "best-of" family movies and snacks. It all comes together in a "Fresh Popcorn" glass container. With this package you'll get the movies The Jungle Book, Game Plan and Night at the Museum, along with your favorite snacks, Cracker Jacks and popcorn.
Sponsor: Greg & Amy Hawthorne
Value: $100
The Johnnie Walker Collection
A discerning whisky connoisseur will enjoy four bottles of whiskey--one green label, one black label, one blue label and one gold label scotch whiskey in this collectible container.
Sponsor: AJ & Andrea Spiker
Value: $100
Friendly Competition Package
Your family will keep the laughter and competition going with these family games: a handmade cribbage board, Chinese Checkers, a Pacardy card game, Life and Whoono. This package is topped off with a big stash of popcorn and candy.
Sponsor: Wayne & Michelle Baumhover, Monte & Patty Streit and Aaron & Lindsey Wirth
Value: $100
George Foreman Grill
Get great tasting, healthier food grilled in minutes! Cooking with George is healthier because fat rolls into the grease tray. It’s fast cooking with both sides grilling at the same time. It seals in meat’s flavor, and it’s easy to use by anyone in the family.
Sponsor: Daryl & Janice Rober
Value: $80
It's on us!
This gift pack is a series of gift cards from some of the most popular establishments in Ames. Next time, it's on us: a free large pizza and t-shirt from the legendary Great Plains Sauce & Dough Company, a $10 Starbucks gift card, a $10 Bath & Body Works gift card and a $10 Cold Stone Creamery gift card.
Sponsor: The Great Plains Sauce & Dough Company and The Wickert Family
Value: $80
Breadbasket, Handmade Bread Cloths and Panera Gift Cards
We know the way to your heart is through your stomach. You can make your own bread or buy your bread at Panera with $30 in gift cards. Either way, your carbs will be served fresh and hot in this charming breadbasket with homemade bread clothes.
Sponsor: Susan Campbell
Value: $65
Family Fun Night
Your family will have hours of fun with this gift box full of Cadoo, Memory, snacks and two large pizza gift certificates from Ge-Angelos Italian Restaurant.
Sponsor: Ryan & Tina Colburn
Value: $60
Guinness Bar Mirror and Four Pub Glasses
The phenomenon started at the James Gate Brewery in the heart of Dublin nearly 250 years ago by Arthur Guinness. Bring this passion for beer into your home with this official Guinness Bar Mirror and four pub glasses.
Sponsor: Mike & Lorna Sellberg
Value: $50
Fourth of July Entertainment Package
If you live in Ames you don’t want to miss the Fourth of July parade. After the fun, have your friends over and enjoy this patriotic chip and dip bowl with matching snack bowls.
Sponsor: Darryl & Jody Bennett
Value: $50
Villeroy & Boch Tea Delight Teapot and Shoppes on Grand Gift Certificate
Make time to relax and unwind. Use this $10 Shoppes on Grand gift certificate to select your favorite teas, then steep them with this classy seafoam-colored teapot.
Sponsor: Scott & Kris Roberts
Value: $45
5 lbs. of Certified Angus Beef from W & G Marketing
Cut to the taste and treat yourself to two, 2-1/2 lbs. of Certified Angus Beef Smoked Sliced Brisket. W&G Marketing Co. offers a product line of high-quality meats.
Sponsor: W & G Marketing Co., Darren Dies and Marvin J. Walter
Value: $35