Tis the season for warm cocoa, sweet gifts, and time together with family and friends. With Thanksgiving right around the corner we can’t help but reflect on the gratitude we have for all of our friends and customers at Stam. Don’t be strangers this holiday season as we offer so many gifts and offerings to help you prepare and execute all of your holiday shopping. We will also be featuring live music all month long!
Live Music Events All Month long!
This month Stam is proud to be hosting multiple live music performances. Print our calendar out and join us for talents such as Ken Jolls on piano, Lois Miller on piano, Ryan Sheeler on piano and guitar, Cecil’s Harp, and Sam Packard Pianist.
11/8 Friday
- 6:00 pm – 8:00pm: Lois Miller on piano
11/9 Saturday
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Ken Jolls on the Stam baby grand piano
11/10 Sunday
- 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Cecil’s Harp
11/15 Friday
- 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Lois Miller on piano
11/16 Saturday
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Ken Jolls on the Stam baby grand piano
11/17 Sunday
- 4:00 – 6:00 pm: Good Company Women’s Group for Caroling.
11/23 Saturday
- 10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Sam Packard on the Stam baby grand piano
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Ken Jolls on the Stam baby grand piano
- 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Ryan Sheeler on piano and guitar
11/27 Thursday
- 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Cecil’s Harp
11/30 Saturday
- 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Ken Jolls on the Stam baby grand
Musician Bios
Ken Jolls Jazz Pianist – Our local jazz pianist will be performing on Saturdays in October from 1pm – 5pm. Ken Jolls has played with jazz musicians around the country and the world. He once performed in a Bob Hope Show! Ken is a member of the Des. Moines Jazz Hall of fame. Spending your Saturdays with Stam will ensure you get a good fill of fantastic treats, coffee, and local talent.
Sam Packard Pianist –This young musician will amaze you with his natural sense of musicality and inventive tunes. Sam has composed many of his songs at Stam and we are proud to support this budding young artist. You can see him perform live in the shop, but until then check out this video teaser.
Cecil’s Harp – A local Ames English Country Dance Band frequently plays at Chocolaterie Stam in downtown Ames, IA. Cecil’s Harp plays music from the 1500’s to Jane Austen to present day. They are led by Linda and Gary Lieberman of Ames. Gary shows his talents on the guitar, clarinet, flute, oboe, mandolin and many more instruments. Linda plays whistles, fiddle, clarinet, and percussion.
Ryan Sheeler – Ryan is a professional working guitarist, pianist, and singer-songwriter from Ames IA. With 30 years experience and two degrees in Music (BA and MA) he works as a solo singer-songwriter. Ryan has recorded five solo CDs, published one book with plans for a second, and additional has film scores and one musical in his portfolio. His main style is country-pop with a twist of blues/soul, and inspirational.
11/8/13 Friday 5-8pm: Santa Maria Winery, Caroll, IA Wine Tasting
Local Winery Santa Maria Winery will be hosting a wine tasting this upcoming Friday evening. In 2008, John and Rose, the winery’s owners were driving through Carroll past the old Wittrock auto dealership, which they had passed hundreds of times before, when both of them thought, “That’d make a great winery!” They were each surprised the other had the same idea. After looking into it, they bought it, let their imaginations run wild, and a year and a half later, the building was completed. Thanks to the help of local builders and artisans, the building itself turned out to be beautiful. John and Rose are proud to serve the people of Carroll and the surrounding area. Come try their local product!
Find out more here! www.santamariawinery.com.
11/16/13 Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Steven W Horn Book Signing
Join us in store for a very special guest on Saturday November 16th. Steven W. Horn will be available for a book signing of his new publication, The Pumpkin Eater, A Sam Dawson Mystery. Sam is the former dean of the University of Wyoming’s College of Agriculture. This is Horn’s latest novel and the first in his series.
Read a synopsis of the book here.
11/22/13 Friday 5-8pm: Snow Magic Tree Lighting in downtown Ames
Snow Magic is the official start of the Holiday season for the Ames Main Street Cultural District. Join the Ames community and stop in for a hot cocoa as you watch the tree light up and kick off the holiday season on Main Street.
11/30/13 Small Business Saturday by American Express
Watch this American Express video about small business Saturday. Share with your friends!!!
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When you begin your holiday planning and shopping think about the benefits of shopping local. It helps the local communities in so many ways! If you need more reason, besides our amazing tasting chocolates, pre-made hostess gifts, and local wines read this article on 5 reasons to shop local!
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Fudge
You asked for it and we made it happen! Don’t be afraid to come in for a sample and we are sure you will not be disappointed.
Choose from four delicious flavors. Can’t decide? – Try them all!
- Chocolate
- Kikker
- Maple Walnut
- Salted Nut Roll
Caramel Apples – Get them while you can!
Fall wouldn’t be complete with our delicious hand dipped caramel apples. We take it one step further by offering these freshly harvested apples dipped in Stam chocolate. You can special order caramel apples now which we highly recommend as they are only produced every two weeks making them in high demand. First come first serve! Try any and all of our mouth watering flavors!
- Caramel
- Caramel and Chocolate
- Caramel, Chocolate and Pecans
Pick up one of these beautifully decorated candy dishes filled with goodies for a hostess gift , or use as a centerpiece for a Thanksgiving table!
Hostess Gift
If you need a gift for the hostess with the “mostess”, be the guest that brings the best! Our fully loaded Hostess gift for the low price of $19.95 will show your hostess you are grateful for their hospitality.
Great news. Your most loved beverages are now available wrapped in chocolate and in bite size pieces. This cream infused espresso and irish cream filling will give you a quick lift in spirt and energy. This could serve as the perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life. Come in soon and we’ll box it up and send you happily on your way!
With music, the sweet aroma of fine chocolates, and coffee filling the air this season, we welcome you and your families into our store. We promise to be ready with quality chocolates, a comfortable setting, and unique gifts for all of those on your Christmas list. Oh and did we mention our great staff and service?
Sincerely,
Terry & Anne Stark
Chocolaterie Stam Ames & Coffee Shop 