Iowa State Daily

Another poetry contest

All Maya Angelou or Robert Frost wannabes who want to see their name in print might be interested in entering an upcoming poetry contest.

EPS Publishing Company is accepting general poetry for its upcoming 1996 winter book project entitled Reflections of Life.

Poets can send one or two original poems, 24 lines or less, any style and any subject. The deadline is Dec. 31, 1995. Send literary masterpieces to: EPS Publishing Company, 19116 Tillman Road, Long Beach, MS 39560.

Bargain beauties

For anyone interested in beautifying their environment, adding splashes of color to their life, and the environment, the Des Moines Botanical Center is just a short trip away!

The bargain of the week is definitely the Used Plant Sale, today only, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. With almost all of the brightly colored specimens priced at $1 or less, neither money nor time can be wasted! Located at 909 East River Drive, the center offers super bargains at low and even lower prices, adding exceptional beauty to the rest of the summer. The regular entry fee is 50 cents for full-time college students with ID. Call 242-2934 for directions and more info