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The Poison Garden: Photographs by Molly Wood
Still life photography by Molly Wood uses botanicals as metaphors for human experiences to explore themes such as mortality, betrayal, and female empowerment. She uses modern photographic processes to take a new spin on classical art forms.
2 events,
Toast to Terrariums
Toast to Terrariums
Enjoy a glass of wine while learning to design and care for terrariums, then build your own in this hands-on workshop. All materials are provided—just bring your creativity. All participants must be at least 21 years of age.
2 events,
Building our Communities Stronger than Ever with Masonry Planning Policies
Building our Communities Stronger than Ever with Masonry Planning Policies
Join Glen-Gery for free light hors d’oeuvers and cocktails on Wednesday, August 30th, at 6:00 p.m. at the Brickworks Supply Center in Des Moines to learn more about how masonry planning policies can benefit your community! Learning Objectives: Benefits of building resilient communities to stand the test of time. Review the University of Michigan's Taubman [...]
3 events,
Kingdom Living Recovery Festival
Kingdom Living Recovery Festival
Free to All! LIVE MUSIC • SPEAKERS • BOUNCE HOUSES • SPIN ART • COSTUME CHARACTERS • RECOVERY SPEAKERS • FAMILY FUN • KIDS PLAYGROUND • SNOW CONES • COTTON CANDY • FACE PAINTING • FAMILY GAMES • FOOD TRUCKS • RECOVERY VENDORS 12p Festival Opening 2p Superhero Skit 3p Music by Rian S 4p [...]
Taste of the Junction Multicultural Festival | Sept. 2 in Valley Junction, West Des Moines, IA
Taste of the Junction Multicultural Festival | Sept. 2 in Valley Junction, West Des Moines, IA
Taste of the Junction Multicultural Festival is Labor Day Weekend in West Des Moines! The 2-day event kicks off with The Junction Speaks on Sept. 1st at the Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Road in West Des Moines. Since 2013, The Junction Speaks has revealed and preserved the rich multicultural oral histories of the families [...]
2 events,
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Galaxy Reflection
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Galaxy Reflection
Get yourself a creative quick fix with us! Uncork your inner creativity as we paint a piece step by step with a local artist!! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Registration price includes use of all necessary paint supplies and aprons, instruction, and a 11x14 take-home canvas.
2 events,
2023 Iowa Hunger Summit
2023 Iowa Hunger Summit
The Iowa Hunger Summit convenes food security advocates in efforts to amplify multi-stakeholder collaboration, resource exchange and solutions for strengthening food systems and improving food security. This hybrid event will take place in person at the World Food Prize Hall of Laureates in Des Moines, Iowa, and be available online via livestream. Both in-person and [...]
2 events,
Des Moines Concours d’Elegance
The Des Moines Concours d’Elegance™ is a premier automotive exhibition held at the internationally recognized John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in downtown Des Moines. The Concours presents an exhibition of 13 classes of vintage and classic motor vehicles, selected to celebrate the fine art, design evolution and amazing innovations of motor vehicles through the [...]
4 events,
Bazaar at Stone Crest Apartments
Bazaar at Stone Crest Apartments
We have several items this year. Many household items, baby clothes, car seat, adult clothing, furniture and many miscellaneous items. We will also have baked goods and lunch on the premises. Category: Community | Bazaar and Fete
BLACK LIGHT Saturday Night! ~ Glowing Galaxy
BLACK LIGHT Saturday Night! ~ Glowing Galaxy
BLACK LIGHT NIGHT: Are you ready to GLOW? Psychedelic fun under black light! We go dark and provide you with everything you need to enjoy the black light experience. Your masterpiece can be painted either in a regular fashion or in the "glow in the dark" fashion. No experience necessary! Ticket price includes the use [...]
3 events,
Paint Your Pet Party!
Paint Your Pet Party!
Register early to reserve your seat for this popular event! September 10th is National Pet Memorial Day! Join us and create a one-of-a-kind painting to capture a memory of your beloved pet! Come out and drink a glass of wine while having some artistic FUN that both family and friends will enjoy! Please plan to [...]
2 events,
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Midnight Glow
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Midnight Glow
Get yourself a creative quick fix with us! Uncork your inner creativity as we paint a piece step by step with a local artist!! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Registration price includes use of all necessary paint supplies and aprons, instruction, and a 11x14 take-home canvas.
4 events,
Axe Throwing Leagues at Ironside Axe Club
Axe Throwing Leagues at Ironside Axe Club
Fall Leagues Tuesdays - Starts Sept 19th 5:00 PM WATL Big Axe 6:00 PM WKTL Knives 7:00 PM WATL Hatchet 8:00 PM WATL Duals Leagues run 8 weeks including the a tournament on week 8. Leagues are the $140 for the first League and $50 for each league played that season.
Pella Opera House Presents: Bourbon & BBQ
Pella Opera House Presents: Bourbon & BBQ
Join us for this special event Thursday, Sept 14 to learn more about bourbon and the BBQ that complement its smooth taste! We're partnering with Amos Flava to provide a fun outing for adults. We hope you'll join us for taste testing 4 distinctive bourbons: Buffalo Trace, Heaven's Door, Old Forester Statesman & Weller Special [...]
Green Gala & Art Auction
Green Gala & Art Auction
Join IEC for an evening of art and entertainment at the 2nd annual IEC Green Gala & Art Auction on Thursday, September 14, at Mainframe Studios in downtown Des Moines. Savor locally created appetizers and beverages as you take in the inspiring art available for auction. We'll present awards, celebrating Iowans making a difference for [...]
3 events,
Lovesick Comedy
Lovesick Comedy
On Friday September 15th, Teehee's Comedy Club presents the hilarious show Lovesick Comedy. This show is all about love and relationships. This fast-paced show features incredible stand up and improv comedy from people who have performed all around the Midwest. This show features our standup comics telling jokes all about love, relationships, dating, breakups, and [...]
Lovesick Comedy
Lovesick Comedy
On Friday September 15th, Teehee’s Comedy Club presents the hilarious show Lovesick Comedy. This show is all about love and relationships. This fast-paced show features incredible stand up and improv comedy from people who have performed all around the Midwest. This show features our standup comics telling jokes all about love, relationships, dating, breakups, and [...]
4 events,
Community Shred Day
Community Shred Day
Let's Shred! Join Veridian Credit Union for Community Shred Day. Community members are invited to help protect their identity by safely destroying unwanted, sensitive documents free-of-charge. Documents should be placed in the cargo area of the vehicle. Limit: maximum of two containers, 25-pound limit per container
Learn to Curl (Yes, like the Olympic sport)
Learn to Curl (Yes, like the Olympic sport)
Have you heard about curling in the Olympics? Want to try out a new sport? You'll learn how to curl from experienced volunteers from the Des Moines Curling Club. Great for all abilities (athletic and non-athletic types alike.) All equipment and instruction will be provided. Come for a great outing, and join for a drink [...]
J2B2 John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band
J2B2 John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band
J2B2 is an all-star bluegrass supergroup featuring four legendary, award-winning musicians.
3 events,
Crokinole Doubles Tournament!
Crokinole Doubles Tournament!
The Dealt Hand and Cardboard Caucus are excited to bring a Crokinole Tournament to Firetrucker on September 17th! New to Crokinole? No worries! It's an easy to learn dexterity game from Canada. We've got a board that we'll be bringing to all our events so you have a chance to learn/practice, and we'll have multiple [...]
Axe Throwing Leagues at Ironside Axe Club
Axe Throwing Leagues at Ironside Axe Club
Join a League at Ironside Axe Club. Hatchet, Knives, Big Axe, and Youth Leagues. Leagues start at 3pm. Leagues Run 8 weeks including a Tournament on Week 8. 4 games per nig$50 for each additional league played during that season. Visit our Facebook Page for more info.
2 events,
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Rustic Sunflowers
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Rustic Sunflowers
Get yourself a creative quick fix with us! Uncork your inner creativity as we paint a piece step by step with a local artist!! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Registration price includes use of all necessary paint supplies and aprons, instruction, and a 11x14 take-home canvas.
2 events,
Axe Throwing Leagues Ironside Axe Club
Axe Throwing Leagues Ironside Axe Club
5:00PM WATL Duals 6:00PM WATL Big Axe 7:30PM WATL Hatchet After Hatchet WKTL Knives 8 weeks of League including the tournament on week 8. Leagues are $140 for your first League and $50 for each additional league played that season.
4 events,
Chess Night at Ironside Axe Club
Chess Night at Ironside Axe Club
Chess Meet Up. All Levels are welcome. Please bring chess sets and timers if you have them.
Bjornhole Funday at Ironside Axe Club
Bjornhole Funday at Ironside Axe Club
Join us for our first-ever Bjornhole Funday! (aka Cornhole) We are kicking off our Bjornhole Leagues! Today we will be Playing round-robin games and hanging out on the deck! $1 off Drinks during the fun. ** We will kick things off at 6PM *** Teams of 2 or Three. **** All Levels are welcome. See [...]
Ladies Night Out! ~ Love Yourself 1st
Ladies Night Out! ~ Love Yourself 1st
*** Pre-sketched Image *** Thursdays are for friends + fun + fizzy wine! Make Bottle & Bottega part of your ladies night plan! Sip, socialize, and paint while our talented artists help you uncork your creativity. Enjoy your favorite beverage while painting your own version of this masterpiece created by a B&B artist. No experience [...]
2 events,
BLACK LIGHT Night! ~ Island View
BLACK LIGHT Night! ~ Island View
BLACK LIGHT NIGHT: Are you ready to GLOW? Psychedelic fun under black light! We go dark and provide you with everything you need to enjoy the black light experience. Your masterpiece can be painted either in a regular fashion or in the "glow in the dark" fashion. No experience necessary! Ticket price includes the use [...]
3 events,
It’s a Good Day, Des Moines!
It’s a Good Day, Des Moines!
Harmony Central Chorus, Des Moines' own four-part a Capella women's chorus, presents "It's a Good Day, Des Moines!" a fun, tongue-in-cheek morning variety show featuring anchors "Ima Singer' and "Carrie O'Tune."
Axe Throwing Brunch League!
Axe Throwing Brunch League!
Hatchet League On the Deck! We will hang out on the Deck and Throw in the Mobile Unit! If the Weather doesn't cooperate we will move indoors. Mimosa and Bagels until we decide what we want for Brunch. $140 for your first league and $50 for each additional league played during that season. All the [...]
2 events,
5k Beer Run x Firetrucker Brewery | 2023 IA Brewery Running Series
5k Beer Run x Firetrucker Brewery | 2023 IA Brewery Running Series
See you at Firetrucker Brewery on Sunday, September 24th. Fun run starts from the taproom at 12 PM. We've mapped out a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at Firetrucker Brewery and weaves throughout Ankeny near the High Trestle Trail. Run, walk, jog - whatever goes! All ages, all levels are welcome. Cross the finish [...]
4 events,
Board Game Night at Ironside Axe Club
Board Game Night at Ironside Axe Club
Doors open at 5 PM. Bring your favorite games or dive into our collection. Let the games begin! Get ready for a night of strategy, laughter, and friendly competition. See you there! Last Tuesday of the Month!
Ear Wires and Clasps Jewelry Making Class
Ear Wires and Clasps Jewelry Making Class
This class is designed for students who have some basic wire working experience. You will learn to make 3 different clasps and 3 different ear wire designs. You will not complete a piece of jewelry but will be able to add these new designs to your own wire working projects. Instructor: Jan Kellogg Cost: $60 [...]
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Harvest Moon
$29 TUESDAY!!! ~ Harvest Moon
Get yourself a creative quick fix with us! Uncork your inner creativity as we paint a piece step by step with a local artist!! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. Registration price includes use of all necessary paint supplies and aprons, instruction, and a 11x14 take-home canvas.
3 events,
Chess-Meet Up at Ironside Axe Club
Chess-Meet Up at Ironside Axe Club
Drop by Ironside Axe Club on Thursdays at 6 PM. for a game of Chess. All skill levels are welcome. No dues or fees to play. Bring a set or clock if you have them. Bring a friend.
Bjornhole League at Ironside Axe Club
Bjornhole League at Ironside Axe Club
Introducing the Inaugural Season of Bjornhole at Ironside Axe Club. It's like Cornhole but with Vikings. Cost--- FREE! But Sign up so we know you are coming. (Please) Teams of 2 or more People. Subs are allowed Round-robin play weeks 1-4 The number of Games will vary per week. (We are figuring things out games [...]
1 event,
It’s a Good Day, Des Moines!
It’s a Good Day, Des Moines!
This event was submitted for September 23, but date should be September 30. Sorry for any confusion.
1 event,
Learn to Curl
Learn to Curl
Have you heard about curling in the Olympics? Want to try out a new sport? You'll learn how to curl from experienced volunteers from the Des Moines Curling Club. Great for all abilities (athletic and non-athletic types alike.) All equipment and instruction will be provided. Come for a great outing, and join for a drink [...]
