BASE® Employees Jump in to “Support the Troops”
BASE® employees jumped into the holiday spirit to “Support the Troops” that are currently stationed in Africa.
Employees chose what items they wanted to donate, ranging from Christmas decorations to shampoo.
Cindy Harrington, Director of Administration & Internal Operations, decided to get involved with “Support the Troops” after hearing it was nearly impossible for troops and their families to get Christmas decorations on base. “One of the items that they specifically asked for were Christmas decorations, so we are especially excited to send several boxes of lights, ornaments, etc.,” she said.
This is BASE®’s second time participating in the cause. “We remembered how it was appreciated by our servicemen and women. My cousin is currently working at a USO on the United States Naval Expeditionary base at Djibouti in the Horn of Africa and it seemed like a good time to organize this project again.”
There are currently about 4,000 troops stationed at this base from all branches of the military.
BASE® employees are excited to honor those serving overseas, and send them a little piece of home with Christmas decorations, candy, card games and other essentials! “With the things going on in our world currently, this just seems like such a small way to show our appreciation to those who serve our country.”
Base
601 Visions Pkwy
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-5050
Website: www.baseonline.com
The ADM Athletic Hall of Fame 2016 Class Announced
Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association
The ADM High School Athletic selection committee announces the 2016 Hall of Fame Inductees.
The 2016 inductees:
- Tom Fuller – Class of 1978
- Lee Norman – Class of 1970
- Mike Steele – Teacher/Coach
- Jerry Torgerson – Class of 1953
The ADM Alumni Association would like to congratulate these inductees & thank those that took the time to nominate them.
The inductees will be honored at the 19th Annual ADM Alumni’s All Class Reunion, August 11th, 2016 in the ADM High School Auditorium in Adel.
There will be a reception from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the 7-8 Commons Area. The ADM Athletic Hall of Fame Ceremony starts at 7:00 p.m.
Congratulations to the 2016 ADM Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees!
ADM Alumni Association
P.O. Box 122
Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: www.admalumni.com
Terry Traveller – Alien Abduction
Terry returns with another unique travel story that you’ll have to read for your self, and whether you believe it or not, it does explain some of my questions concerning Terry. – Editor
Terry here, ready to tell you about my latest adventure but first, an apology.
My last journey took me off the grid further than ever before, making it impossible to share my experiences until I returned to Earth.
Yes fellow travelers, I, Terry Traveler, was abducted by aliens.
It was a crisp evening in the country. I was driving my truck along the back roads, out amongst the cornfields, when I saw a bright, blinking light about a mile up the road.
I went towards it, feeling oddly drawn to find out what it was. My brain ran through the possibilities: car trouble, tractor, Sasquatch with a flashlight. I had to know.
I don’t remember what happened next; somehow I came to be sitting in a dark room full of unknown apparatus. I barely had time to take in my surroundings when a small, grey being entered the room. His height was close to mine with a small squat body and enlarged head and eyes.
Gygax, as I later learned his name to be, appeared all business in his flashy suit with matching tie and spats. To say I was nervous would be an understatement.
First contact was a huge responsibility for anyone, and to be chosen as a representative of the species a great honor. With my wealth of knowledge spanning the globe I knew I could be helpful; my biggest concern was whether to offer my left hand or right foot in greeting.
Gygax was not amused; he attempted to fist-pump my foot cautiously then proceeded to cover his hands in Purell. Who knew aliens were germaphobes.
For an undetermined amount of time we sat in the room and discussed life, the universe, and everything. Gygax questions were routine- where was I from, why had I been traveling on the road that night, whom did I vote for during the last American Idol, was I happy with my cell phone provider?
I answered each question with ease, occasionally spicing up the answer with a bit of sci-fi lingo to let them know the caliber of specimen they had captured.
At some point Gygax left the room, shaking his head at my explanation of time travel, only to return with the boxed DVD set of Quantum Leap and the argument that I had remembered the details incorrectly.
Let me begin by saying, it wasn’t exactly my fault I got kicked off the ship.
I made the innocent statement that Scott Bakula ruined Star Trek, a truth I and every other Trekker firmly believes. Gygax laughed in his goose-honking way, and stated his firm belief that Bakula’s character was foundational to understanding the future Captain James T. Kirk.
My next words may have been poorly chosen. Gygax turned a frightening shade of yellow.
He unleashed a barrage of angry flatulent noises that seems to insult my mother and quickly I found myself back in my truck, which was smashed into a tree, radiator smoking, and startled like no other.
I’ve saved this story for you, dear reader, whom I know to be caring and understanding.
So many will deny the events of that night, but I feel confident that you will agree- Bakula killed the franchise and I was completely justified in saying so.
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Adel’s Patriot Rock Courtesy of American Legion Post 464
Courtesy of Adel American Legion Post 464:
This Veteran’s Day stop by the Patriot rock located on the west side of the Hemphill law office by the bike trail.
It is there courtesy of Adel American Legion Post 464 who enlisted the help of McAninch to have it moved next to the trail across from the City Hall and the Adel Public Library.
Jerry Bond of the Legion contacted ADM Art teachers who worked with their students to create an image to honor our soldiers past and present.
Penoach American Legion Post 464
119 N. 9th. Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4080
More Information: AmericanLegion
Facebook: americanlegionpost464
ADM Alumni – Adel Models from 70 Years Ago
Courtesy of ADM Alumni Association:
The ADM Alumni Association is a great resource not just keeping up with former schoolmates, but also for the history of Adel.
Audrey (Harsh) Countryman submitted the below photo, taken 70 years ago, to the Association.
Above Caption: A few days ago a style show was held at the school building and a feature of the show was the group of girls pictured above.
They were demonstrating to the visitors that the girls in home economics class – known as “Future Home Builders” – had already made a splendid start. They made the dresses for the Red Cross and their work will bring to some little girls much happiness and comfort. They will be shipped to national headquarters this week and later sent to European countries.
In the picture, reading from left to right, back row, are: Joey Frush, Rosalie Vance, Miriam Cassady, Dorothy Lint, Janice Burger, Janis Knupp and Renee Spillers. In the front row are: Patricia Forrett, Janice Harsh, Elaine Updike, Kathleen Weir, Marsha Stittsworth and Audrey Harsh. All are attendants at the pre-school classes.
Once a Tiger, Always a Tiger!
ADM Alumni Association
P.O. Box 122
Adel, Iowa 50003
Website: www.admalumni.com
Green Iowa Americorps and Habitat for Humanity Offers Help
Courtesy of Green Iowa Americorps:
Want to save money? Sign up for a Free home performance audit!
Green Iowa AmeriCorps is a non-profit service organization partnering with Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity, providing home performance audits and weatherization services for residents in Polk and Dallas County.
Do you want to:
- Keep your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer
- Eliminate drafts and “cold spots” in the home
- Lower utility bills
Then we can help!
We offer performance audits and weatherization services at no cost to populations in need.
For those who do not qualify for our services, Green Iowa will weatherize your home for the cost of materials; labor is always provided at no cost.
The following groups qualify for free weatherization materials:
- Low income
- Age 65+
- Veterans
- Disabled
- Service Members
Families are served on a first come, first serve basis. View Flyer (in English and Spanish)
Contact us to schedule your home weatherization audit:
Green Iowa Americorps
Phone: (515)519‐2005
Email: greeniowadm@gmail.com
Website: www.greeniowaamericorps.org
Terry Traveller – Ode to my Chair
Ever wonder how our Illustrious little adventurer unwinds after a long bout of travels? Me either, but none the less it’s a story. Oh, seen the chair, I swear it snickered at me. – Editor
Terry here, home from another whirlwind adventure, and ready to tell the tale of my most prized possession.
As you’ve heard told, my house is sparse. I spend so much time away that I’ve adapted what you might call the minimalist’s lifestyle.
All I need is a bed to sleep in, a desk to write at, a light to read by and enough clothes to get me through a month of backpacking. None of which are elaborate, ornate, or exceedingly comfortable.
None that is, but my chair. I found my chair while trekking across the greater Midwest. I, too, had been bitten by the antique bug that swept the nation, or at least those who watched public television.
I found myself in the type of bazaar repeated across the world regardless of longitude or latitude. The shop was filled with treasures- frightening dolls, kitschy candlesticks, waterlogged violins, Happy Meal toys and real silverware; every inch of open space stacked three layers deep. Ah, nostalgia.
I was inspecting an old sign when a shot of burnt sienna caught my eye. I turned to see an old chair, circa 1968, underneath piles of magazines and what appeared to be an ancient thigh master. The chair was oversized, with a rip along the side panel. The orange crushed velvet fabric was soft as I sank into the seat, and through the bottom of the chair.
My legs kicked frantically as the shop keeper came to pull me from the jaws of upholstery death. After several attempts I was sent hurling forward into a display of ceramic tchotchkes that now reside on a shelf in my kitchen, glued together without much care.
Continuing with his “you broke it, you bought it” attitude, I was now the owner of a very ugly, very broken chair. I was thrilled.
With a bit of foam, some upholstery needles, several band aids, and a weekend course in chair caning, “The Orange Monster” as I call it has been my home within my home for a decade.
There is something otherworldly when I sit in my chair. No matter the stresses of the day, or the number of miles on the pedometer, I breath easy, sink into my chair and all is forgotten. It’s good to be home!
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Terry Traveller – Fordlandia
Although true, this definitely has a Terry perspective to it. In fact it’s such a forgotten bit of history the legal team and I had to look it up. – Editor
Terry Traveler here to tell you about another amazing day in history.
October 1st marked the 107th birthday of Henry Ford’s Model T- the car that everybody could afford.
But I don’t remember Ford for his car, I remember him for his crazy vision.
Yes, Henry Ford had lots of ideas about the world in the 1900’s, the Tin Lizzie being the best one that really took off- at 45mph in fact.
Fordland however, his Amazon Utopia and social experiment, was an epic failure.
As any mogul finds after creating a world altering, history-changing product, Ford had the confidence and finances to pursue his craziest dreams- his own little world running under he own little rules. You might call it a dictatorship in some circles.
It seemed simple enough- his cars needed tires, tires needed rubber, people were seeking answers to life’s big questions, and Ford thought his gut knew the answers. And his gut said “Brazil”.
Armed only with the broken logic that “jungles produced rubber tree plants, land in South America is cheap, and everybody wants to be an American”, Ford set out to create a 200 million dollar mistake with the elegance and grace of a Bond villain.
He knew nothing about growing rubber trees (his houseplants’ personal diaries can verify that), even less about Brazil’s culture, and forged ahead anyways in an attempt to modernize the world.
He built track housing for the natives in which English was the only allowable language, required workers to participate in square dances and poetry readings- a murderous offense in any country, fed them nothing but hot dogs and pizza, and enforced Prohibition on a people who had no intention of giving up the booze.
Mixed with a regulated 9-5 work day that ignored cultural restraints and extreme temperatures, malaria outbreaks (worsened by Ford’s insistence to overplant trees which created the perfect breeding ground for predatory insects), and Ford’s refusal to visit his self-made world, Fordland was doomed to daily deaths and eventual revolt.
After 20 years and all that mucky muck, not a single ounce of rubber from Ford’s Brazilian operations ever made its way onto a Ford car.
So today when you get ready for work, kick the tires on your car the way Ford may have done, work your 9-5 schedule breaking only for hotdogs and malaria pills, invite your friends to a square dance after work, require them to speak only proper English, and offer carrot juice to quench their thirst.
Henry would be proud.
This is Terry saying, this time it’s mostly true. You can look it up!
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Terry Traveller – Top 10 Reasons to Discover Adel, Iowa
As a traveler, I find myself drawn to “Top 10” lists whenever I’m looking into a new place to travel. Now, Adel has a Top 10 list, too!
10. Nile Kinnick
Iowa City may claim the Heisman Trophy winner and WWII hero but we know that true Kinnick Pride starts in Adel. Check out Nile Kinnick Jr.’s boyhood home on 12th Street.
9. Adel Historic Museum
In the mood for more Nile Kinnick? Look at photographs and memorabilia while listening to tales of Adel’s favorite son. The Nile Kinnick Institute and Museum is currently raising funds- buy your commemorative tee shirt today! Additional exhibits cover Adel’s long history with politics, the railroad, and bricks.
8. George W. Clarke
The Iowa governor called Adel home in the early 1900’s, and his house still stands on 15th Street.
7. Adel State Bank
Sight of the famous bank robbery attempt that was thwarted by that same George W. Clarke, soon to be governor.
6. Dallas County Courthouse
If architecture is your cup of tea, you have to see the French Chateau inspired design of the Dallas County Courthouse in Adel built in 1902. Part of the Adel Historic District.
5. Adel’s Historic District
Downtown Adel is part of the National Registry of Historic Places. With the help of grant funding and architectural guidelines, businesses have recently brought new life into the downtown square and surrounding area. Check out the new businesses throughout town!
4. For the love of Trains
See the former Chicago-Milwaukee-St Paul Train Depot on South 9th Street, now a picturesque law firm. Ride the rails of the Raccoon River Valley Trail, cutting through the countryside following the former rail line.
3. Good Eats
Ice cream, pizza, Chinese, Mexican, Italian, coffee shops, a hometown diner and a winery- Adel is home to plenty of restaurants and bars eager to satisfy your small town cravings, including those community pancake breakfasts. And don’t leave town without trying some real Italian toffee and gelato!
2. Recreation
With a disc golf course, new swimming pool, golf course and waterway entry to the Raccoon River, there are ways for all ages to enjoy central Iowa’s beautiful scenery.
1. Sweet Corn!
Iowa is the corn state and the best sweet corn is Deardorff’s Peaches and Cream variety grown in Adel. Visit in August for the annual Sweet Corn Festival. This 2 day extravaganza showcases Adel businesses and features 3 tons of hot and buttery all-you-can-eat corn, vendors, live music, street performances, an old school parade, and fun 5k race.
Come out the night before to help shuck the corn and be part of the tradition!
There are so many reasons to visit Adel- fall festivals, high school sports and fine arts, quilt shows, library events, free concerts…the list just keeps going.
Do yourself a favor, discover Adel!
-Terry
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Adel Parks & Recreation Archery Center Grand Opening Oct. 3
Courtesy of Adel Park and Rec:
The City of Adel is building an archery center for beginner through senior archers, the first municipal archery range in Dallas County.
By providing five shooting lanes that can accommodate ten archers at one time, the center gives archers and hunters a safe place to practice and prepare for upcoming shooting competitions and hunting seasons.
Fencing and berms will separate the range from the surrounding area to ensure the safety of archers and the public.
Those new to the sport, from children to seniors, can learn and develop skills. Archery is one of the few sports that allow all skill levels to participate at the same time, making it a great family activity.
The Adel Parks and Recreation Archery Center is located on Old Portland Road at the site of the former municipal waste water treatment plant. A grand opening is planned for October 3, 2015.
The Archery Center was made possible through funding from the City of Adel, a grant from the Dallas County Foundation, and donations, with city and community labor.
The Archery Center helps the Adel Parks and Recreation Department meet its mission to provide the community with high quality leisure facilities and recreational and cultural opportunities. Archery is a healthy activity that promotes balance, mental focus, and building upper body strength.
The social interactions are important, too; it’s a fun sport that can be recreational or competitive. A permit at a nominal fee will be required to use the range and can be obtained at the Adel City Hall. Each permit holder will receive a copy of the rules for the range and the proper archery shooting procedures to allow for a safe and enjoyable experience for all users.
For further information, contact: David McAdon
1507 Aspen Drive
Adel, IA 50003
515-710-8896
djemcadon@mchsi.com
Adel Parks & Rec.
Hours: Mon. – Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
301 S. 10th St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Email: nschenck@adeliowa.org
Facebook: Adel-Parks-and-Recreation/1513050525640281
AHeinz57 Aids in the Rescue of 15 Dogs
Courtesy of AHeinz 57 Ruff Ride:
AHeinz57 Aids in the Rescue of 15 Dogs from a hoarder in Southern Iowa
AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport was called to assist with the surrender, assessment, and care of 15 dogs from a property in southern Iowa.
“Thankfully they were found by a family member before they died of neglect,” said Amy Heinz, Executive Director of AHeinz57.
The dogs, who were matted beyond recognition, required extensive grooming and all will require medical care.
“We were able to take the ones needing the most medical care and oldest- a total of six. The others were taken in by other rescues,” said Heinz.
The dogs have been placed in foster homes and are currently undergoing medical treatment for various issues including mammary tumors and rotting, infected teeth and jaws. All will be spayed/neutered, vaccinated and tested for heartworm.
AHeinz57 is seeking donations to help pay for their medical care. Donations can be made online at www.aheinz57.com.
AHeinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport
Phone: (515) 207-3233 (answering machine)
Website: www.aheinz57.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/AHeinz57Pets
Linda Nelson Inducted into Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame
Courtesy of the Dallas County ISU Extension Office:
Linda Nelson of Dallas County was inducted into the 2015 Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the 4-H Exhibits Building at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, Aug. 23rd, 2015.
Ninety-two Iowa counties participated this year and selected 126 inductees for their outstanding service and dedication to 4-H.
Inductees or their surviving family members were presented a certificate by the Iowa 4‑H Foundation President, Bob Butcher, and State 4-H Program Leader, John-Paul Chaisson-Cárdenas, as they were introduced on stage.
Nelson began her 4-H career as a member of the Frankfort Clovia Clan in Montgomery County where her fondest memories are of 4-H camp and skating parties. As county director for ISU Extension and Outreach, she put admirable efforts into passing the referendum in Dallas County to expand funding for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County.
During this time she often thought outside of the box to keep the 4-H program growing and strong. She worked with the county board of supervisors to provide money for 4-H and also with Dallas County Conservation to create a shared position to teach youth programming.
A previous Dallas County 4-H member said, “Whenever something needed to be done Linda was always there helping to get it done.”
Counties select inductees for their exceptional work in contributing to the lives of 4-H members and the overall 4-H program, said ISU Extension and Outreach Dallas County Youth Coordinator, Aleta Cochran.
Many inductees served as club leaders, youth mentors, fair superintendents or fair board members, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach county council members, county youth council members, fair judges, financial supporters, chaperones or ISU Extension and Outreach staff members. The inductees have demonstrated dedication, encouragement, commitment and guidance to Iowa’s 4-H’ers through the years.
“This is a wonderful opportunity for the counties and state to recognize and celebrate 4-H volunteers and staff who have shown outstanding service and dedication to Iowa’s 4-H program,” said Jay Staker, stakeholder and partnership development manager for ISU Extension and Outreach 4-H Youth Development.
The Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame was initiated in 2002 to help commemorate the 100th anniversary of 4-H. A summary of previous honorees was on display at the 2015 Iowa State Fair in the 4-H Exhibits Building. These summaries are also available at the Iowa 4-H Foundation office in the Extension 4-H Youth Building at Iowa State University.
Information about previous inductees to the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame also is available on the Iowa 4-H Foundation website, organized by year and by county. Go to www.iowa4hfoundation.org/ and select “Recognition” then “Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame.”
Those interested in being a 4-H volunteer or signing their youth up for 4-H in Dallas County should contact Cochran at aleta@iastate.edu or (515) 993-4281.
ISU Extension and Outreach Dallas County
28059 Fairground Road
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4281
Fax: (515) 993-1027
Website: www.extension.iastate.edu/dallas
E-mail: xdallas@iastate.edu
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ISUExtensionDallasCounty
Public Workshop on City’s Future Land Use Plan Sept. 24th
A public workshop on updating the City’s Future Land Use Plan will be held Thursday, September 24th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the Adel Public Library Community Room.
Please consider attending and providing input on the City’s future land use planning.
More information will be available at Adel City Hall and online at www.adeliowa.org.
Adel City Hall
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Facebook: facebook.com/CityofAdelIowa
Terry Traveller – Pocket Change
When you’re a world traveler by trade, your life takes on interesting challenges. The worst of all is pocket change.
You see, on any given day I may have need for 3-15 types of currency and until we adopt the BitCoin universally,
I am left with pockets full of colorful coins, various bills and the question of organizing what amounts to $20 in randomness.
For months I carried a peanut jar tied around my neck but found the rope burns unsightly.
At several junctions I have purchased Sky Mall gadgets sworn to put an end to my jingle jangle of jungle coins but that which is purchased at 20,000 feet rarely makes sense at sea level.
The best solution I had was a briefcase with each denomination in its separate space but my humorous side got the best of me- using a fake pair of handcuffs.
I strapped the case to my wrist and walked through a South American airport which drew far more attention than I expected.
No, nothing fancy seems to work so I stick with the tried and true methods: pockets and socks.
My bright orange parka is lined with pockets similar to that of a New New York black market extra-terrestrial organ street vendor.
When spread out each pocket is geographically accurate to my 1976 globe and contains just enough money to buy breakfast.
Practicality dictates the need to keep American money in my socks- my Australian coins wore down the elastic and given that I’m rarely in the states, makes a great deal of sense to this wanderer.
Sure it may seem silly to carry around that much spare change, but I believe in the scouts’ mottos of preparation, and great breadth of knowledge regarding foil-pack dinners.
This is Terry giving you something else to think about as you put that $5 bill in your mouth as you search for spare change in your pocket- athletes foot.
– Terry
I once won a bet with Terry and was handed one of those Five dollar bills. I said “no problem, I’ll get you next time” that was five years ago… – Editor
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
“Tai Chi on the Courthouse Lawn” Sept. 23rd
Dallas County Public Health Nursing Services:
You are invited to practice “Tai Chi on the Courthouse Lawn”.
September 23, 2015, at 10:00 am.
Join us for an hour of low stress exercise and to raise awareness of the impacts of Falls on Iowans.
National Falls Prevention Awareness Day at the Dallas County Courthouse on the South Lawn.
Dallas County Public Health Nursing Services
902 Court St. • Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-1764
Email: jennifer.walters@dallascountyiowa.gov
Website: www.co.dallas.ia.us/publichealth
Terry Traveller – The Private Detective
Imagine Terry as a Private Defective, I mean “Detective”… – Editor
It may surprise you to learn that I am a private detective.
Oh yes. In my youth I read every mystery I could get my hands on.
My favorite was the Sherlock Holmes collection, followed closely by Angela Landsberry.
Laugh if you must, but Murder She Wrote helped boost Sunday Night Football’s ratings for years. You can look it up.
I always thought of Sherlock Holmes as a whimsical comedian- like a parent playing tic-tac-toe with a child.
It’s a silly, simple game with incredibly limited options; the adult is completely capable of winning the game each and every single time yet he humors the child, at least until he gets bored and ends the charade with devastating defeat.
Holmes seemed to share the same sweet yet condescending smile my mother had as she played the game with me, letting me win once or twice before crushing my spirits with a resounding 3 move victory.
Holmes humored Watson, and they humored Lastrade, but always from the first Holmes was guaranteed victory. I don’t count the cases that were left unsolved; I maintain they were solved but the publisher changed the endings as part of a British conspiracy theory dating back to Guttenberg. I would explain but I’ve already said too much.
For my own investigations I find my years of travel to be immensely beneficial. I found a missing boot for a gentleman that had been stolen from his hotel room through the use of my knowledge of Uganda travel brochures.
Once, for a brief moment, I was held in a place of honor amongst the tribesmen of Ontario thanks to an Egyptian airsick bag. After the bag was used for its intended purpose however my stature seemed to slide.
Yes, these and far more mysteries have been solved by yours truly.
I would certainly never compare myself to the brilliant character of Sherlock Holmes, but I might win in a battle of wits against Angela Landsberry- especially during the Filibuster portion.
– Terry
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Adel Street Closures September 6th
Pedaler’s Jamboree Street Closures
The Pedaler’s Jamboree event will be coming through Adel on Sunday, September 6th.
Several streets will be closed for public safety.
View the street closure Map for Sunday, September 6th.
The streets will close at approximately Noon and reopen at approximately 7:00 p.m.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Adel City Hall
301 S. 10th Street
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4525
Website: www.adeliowa.org
Facebook: facebook.com/CityofAdelIowa
Terry Traveller – Ode Du Skunk
This explains that bottle of “cologne” I got for Christmas… – Editor
Last summer I was honored to attend a unique travel “happening” (as the hippies used to say) in Colorado.
A group of urbanites and hamsters, I mean hipsters, along with a park ranger met at the base of Mount Elbert to harness the scent of the mountains by getting a snoot full of high elevation dirt.
The expedition had an interesting purpose. Each year, the ever-rotating group of youngsters visits the location to become one with the scent iconic to the area so that they may recreate the experience in small perfume bottles sold throughout the country.
The team consisted of people with varying plant comprehension; though I was surprised to find none of their collective knowledge had to do with horticulture, instead extending to wallpaper designs, arranging bouquets, and reading labels from other perfume bottles.
These were high dollar shop attendants, debutants, and hedge-fund artists of every kind. They had apparently been chosen based on their fashion sense as each wore a similar wool cap or fedora along with a tartan scarf and skintight pants. I hadn’t been chosen; per say (my orange parka was described as a conventional attempt at eccentricity) as much as I stumbled across their path and felt it was my duty to study this strange tribe and ritual. The crack about my parka made it even more important that I give these whipper-snappers the Terry treatment.
Lead by the Grand Master (a bearded gentleman who had dressed for a paper towel commercial he must have been shooting later), we were instructed to find that which we deemed to be our “personal picture. Slowly develop your Polaroid among the glades. Become intimate with the mountain.”
Now, I lived through the 1960’s and most of the 1980s and see that I now must apologize- it was our idealism and the rebounding effects of counterculture that created this new generation of goofballs. The troupe had broken off to meditative corners of the wilderness and, lying their bodies on the earth, placed their faces firmly into the dirt to encounter the zen experience most others visitors to the area chose to experience by actually hiking up the mountain.
During the communal time I attempted to learn more by speaking with the park ranger about the strange lot, but he simply rolled his eyes and said “young ‘uns.”
Several hours later, and with the park ranger’s permission, the team gathered samples of wood, bark, flowers, grass, fungi, and moss. Back at the lab, as it was explained, the Grand Master would distill the collection down to their essence and create the annual line of Elbert cologne.
A good days work complete, the expedition team hiked back to their communal fan and drove off in search of macrobiotic Aduki Bean Soup with buckwheat crostini circles. One month later I was sent a bottle of Elbert- which was a heady fragrance of decaying moss mixed with overly sweet and saturated pine scent.
I understand that the full batch was sold quickly to other urbanities and hamsters whose parents immediately told them to take a shower and wipe that stuff off.
– Terry
Terry Traveller
Email: terry@discoveradel.com
Facebook: facebook.com/DiscoverAdel.TerryTraveller?fref=ts
Adel Quilting & Dry Goods Presents Check to Adel Library
Courtesy of Adel Quilting & Dry Goods Co.
Published: August 2015
This week, Adel Quilting & Dry Goods (AQ) presented a check to the Adel Public Library for $1250.
These funds were raised through an orphan block challenge.
Quilt Circle of Friends, a club hosted by AQ, donated leftover blocks and unfinished quilt projects (orphan blocks).
Presentation of Check by Adel Quilting & Friends to Adel Library Staff
Other members saw a way to make something new from the orphaned blocks. These items (table runners, bags, quilts both large and small, wall hangings and more) were then sold at the shop.
Adel Quilting and Dry Goods
909 Prairie St.
Adel, Iowa 50003
Phone: (515) 993-4115
Email: Adel.Quilting@gmail.com
Website: www.adelquilting.com
Facebook: Adel-Quilting-Dry-Goods-Co/111565148883422?fref=ts
