Great Getaways
Magellan RoadMate 2200 GPS Navigation System
You can literally get away with your new Magellan! Roads are no match for this system with a 3.5” full-color touch screen. The device has multi-destination routing, is pocket-sized and lightweight. It includes built-in maps for the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.
Sponsor: Fredric Janzen & Anne Bronikowski
Value: $800
Cheerleading Clinic Hosted by the Dowling Cheerleaders with Lunch from the Ames Main Street Subway
Buy this Great Getaway for your child! Six representatives from the Dowling cheer squad will host a cheerleading clinic for up to twelve students at the Saint Cecilia school gym. All participants will receive T-shirts and drinks. The Ames Main Street Subway will provide a platter of subs for twenty. Date choices are May 10, 17 or 24. The clinic will run from 10-12:30 pm, then parents will be invited to a show at 1 pm to close the day.
Sponsor: Ted & Tiffany Palmer and the Ames Main Street Subway
Value: $560
Enlighten Your Skin and Smile in Somerset
First let the professionals at Finesse Salons in Somerset rejuvenate you with a relaxing Facial. Then walk next door to meet the staff at Dentistry at Somerset. With this package you will receive a free cosmetic consultation with Dr. Jason Niegsch and a free whitening treatment.
Sponsor: Dave & Kim Schroder and Dentistry at Somerset, Jason & Marcie Niegsch
http://www.dentistryatsomerset.com
Value: $550
Canoe Trip on the Scenic Boone River
Enjoy a relaxing trip down the river with up to thirteen of your family or friends. You'll float from Tunnel Mill Bridge to Bell's Mill. Age-appropriate beverages and a light meal are provided. All canoeing equipment is included. The winner will contact Clancys to arrange a time and date.
Sponsor: Todd & Johna Clancy
Value: $500
Ville Day Spa’s “Ville II” Package
Immerse yourself in first-class luxury for five full hours. With the Ville II package you will lavish in the sophistication of an Italian villa setting. Great care will be taken to address your personal needs in a luxurious, uniquely designed spa. You will enjoy the following services: customized European facial, ultimate hand experience, ultimate foot experience, a one-hour classic massage and an herbalesque body treatment.
Sponsor: The Ville Day Spa, John & Sally Elbert
Value: $365
Skin Solutions Dermatology SkinMedica Skin Care Package
Close your eyes, relax and let the experts at Skin Solutions Dermatology make your skin look its best. The winner of this package will receive a SkinMedica Vitalize Peel and a SkinMedica Facial, along with a SkinMedica “Travel in Style” bag with Facial Cleanser, Rejuvenative Toner and TNS Daily Moisturizer. Buy this package and call right away to make your appointments. Your skin will thank you.
Sponsor: Kathy Cook, M.D., Skin Solutions Dermatology
http://www.skinsolutionsdermatology.com
Value: $365
Romantic Getaway--Montebello B&B Inn, Couple's Massage and Chocolates from Tempations on Main
Drive less than a mile out of Ames and get royal treatment. If you are looking for a romantic, relaxing getaway, there is no more perfect place than Montebello Bed & Breakfast Inn. You'll enjoy a one-night stay with a couple's massage by Carol Pearson. With this package you'll also enjoy a box of chocolates from Temptations on Main, and a $25 gift certificate for your next visit.
Sponsor: Montebello Bed & Breakfast Inn, Carol Pearson, Temptations on Main
http://www.montebellobandbinn.com
http://www.temptationsfinechocolates.com
Value: $350
Ames Racquet and Fitness Body and Mind Trial Membership and Massage
Get away to the gym to get your body and mind in top shape for summer! Ames Racquet and Fitness will provide two, two-month trial memberships to new members (current members do not qualify). After your workout, take advantage of a one-hour massage at either the ARFC West or South location.
Sponsor: Ames Racquet & Fitness Center
Value: $173
All About Me! Pamper Package
Escape for a day and pamper yourself with this $150 gift certificate from All About Me! Try a facial, massage, or any of their products. Finish off your afternoon getaway with three free drink tickets from nearby Cafe Diem. Ask two of your friends to meet you for a cup of java.
Sponsor: Kurt & Angie Kuta and Café Diem
Value: $165
The Ville Day Spa Heavenly Day and Brewer’s Devilish Night
Treat yourself to a day of pampering at the Ville Day Spa with this $100 gift certificate. Choose from a variety of massages, body wraps, manicures and pedicures to make your day perfect. Finish your heavenly day by celebrating with friends at Brewer’s with this $50 gift certificate.
Sponsor: Scott & Nicole Cumming and Brewer’s, Blaire & Kristin Brewer
Value: $150
Exec 1 Aviation Orientation Training Flight
Have you ever wanted to have the exhilarating experience of flying a plane? Here’s your chance to fly with an instructor at your side for 45 minutes. Exec 1 in Ankeny is offering the lucky bidder an orientation training flight for one person and a passenger. After your flight, enjoy lunch or dinner at Panera in Ankeny with this $25 gift certificate.
Sponsor: Exec 1 Aviation and Chris & Jennifer Masini
Value: $150
Iowa State Fair “2008 Day at the Fair” Basket
Here’s a day of fun for the family! This year’s Iowa State Fair is August 7-17. With this basket you’ll receive four admission tickets, one parking pass, $20 in food coupons, an XL gray sweatshirt, a girl’s size large lightweight hooded, long-sleeved shirt, a stuffed goat, a “13th Edition Iowa State Fair Cookbook” for mom and dad, and a children’s book, “Bell Goes to the Fair.” As the theme for this year says, “U gotta love it!”
Sponsor: The Iowa State Fair and the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation
Value: $144
Valley West Mall “Day-O-Fun” Duffle
You’ll race to the mall with this duffle of gift certificates and gifts. Inside you’ll find $10 in gift certificates to Blue Sky Creamery, $10 gift certificates to Friendsville, coupons for four free pretzels at Auntie Anne’s, an $80 Milestone Membership to Flash! Digital Portraits, a Simplicity Micro Vacuum, two t-shirts, Frisbees and bracelets.
Sponsor: Valley West Mall, the Blue Sky Creamery Valley West Mall, Friendsville, FLASH! Digital Portraits, A Clean House
Value: $140
Date Night Child Care with Pre-Date Manicure and Pedicure from Nikki Nails
Get away with your better half and know your children are in great hands. Christine Baker will watch your children on two separate evenings. Remember what used to go into getting ready for a date? Take the time to primp before your big night with this manicure and pedicure from Nikki Nails.
Sponsor: Mark & Christine Baker and Nikki Trinh
Value: $110
Two, One-Hour Massages from Total Relaxation
Total Relaxation is where therapy and relaxation go hand-in-hand. Relax and unwind with this set of two, one-hour massages. Massage will strengthen your immune system and make your body and mind feel more balanced. Treat yourself to something you deserve.
Sponsor: Total Relaxation, Cindy Larson
http://www.totalrelaxationcindylarson.com
Value: $110
Birthday Party--20th Century Bowling & Coldstone Creamery
Kids will flip for a chance to celebrate their big day bowling with friends and eating ice cream cake. This package includes free shoe and lane rental for up to eight children. Coldstone Creamery will provide a medium-round ice cream cake that serves up to fourteen. The party is to be scheduled by 12/31/08.
Sponsor: 20th Century Bowling and Coldstone Creamery
http://www.coldstonecreamery.com
Value: $100
Octagon Center for the Arts Birthday Party for 10
Choose a unique birthday experience for your child with this party at the Octagon. Children will enjoy their own teacher to lead craft projects and a large space for games. Moms will enjoy that all set-up and clean up is included. All you need to do is bring the kids and gifts. Cookies, etc. will provide one large decorated cookie to help you celebrate.
Sponsor: Steve & Diane Hustedt and Cookies, etc.
Value: $100
Happy Joe's Pizza Party
You can hear it now! The horn will be blowing, you'll be digging for quarters, and your child will be thrilled to be having a party with up to seven of his or her friends and two parents. This package includes two large pizzas, two pitchers of soda, ten ice cream sundaes and balloons.
Sponsor: Happy Joe’s of Ames, Hank Koehler
Value: $60
One-Hour Massage at Butterfly Day Spa
Let peace and tranquility be yours with this one-hour massage. Your massage will be tailored to your own preferences and needs. Choose from deep tissue, sports, Swedish or even mother-to-be.
Sponsor: Alan & Mary Lynch and Family
Value: $60
Family Membership to Octagon Center for the Arts
Add art and culture to your family's routine year-round! Treat your family to this one-year membership to Octagon Center for the Arts. With your membership you'll receive a 10% discount on all purchases and classes every day, a 20% discount on purchases in the Art Shop on “Members’ Day,” and early invitations to exhibit openings,
Sponsor: Octagon Center for the Arts
Value: $50
Hap’s Air Service “Discovery Ride” Above Ames
See our city from the clouds. With this gift certificate two people have the opportunity to take a “Discovery Ride” above Ames. This is a great getaway you will never forget!
Sponsor: Hap’s Air Service of Ames
Value: $40