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Greetings, Cultural Catalysts:

By John Busbee

6/8/2022

From the dynamic MainFrame Studios Building at 900 Keosauqua Way in Des Moines, Iowa comes your Listener-supported Community Voice, the Award-Winning independent radio station KFMG-LP 98.9 FM, bringing you music, literature & cultural news from the American Heartland and beyond.
― John Busbee for The Culture Buzz
2014 Iowa Governor’s Award for Partnership & Collaboration in the Arts
Podcasts of past interviews may be found at www.TheCultureBuzz.com and https://archive.org/details/@the_culture_buzz 

Quote of the Week

“We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and right to exist.” – James Baldwin (1924-1987), an American writer and activist. As a writer, he garnered acclaim across various mediums, including essays, novels, plays, and poems.

Curious about my primary source for reliable quotes, often with back stories included? Just visit Mardy Grothe’s exceptional, free source, Dr. Mardy’s Dictionary of Metaphorical Quotations – https://www.drmardy.com/dmdmq/

Newsletter content:

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  1. Guests on this week’s show
  2. Performance Arts (Greater Des Moines/Iowa)
  3. Visual Arts (Greater Des Moines/Iowa)
  4. Auditions and other Individual Enhancement Opportunities
  5. Planning ahead
  6. Author events (Greater Des Moines/Iowa)
  7. Best-sellers, life resource books, Greater Des Moines performing arts organizations, Central Iowa indie book stores, cultural exploration resources, health & welfare resources

Special Cultural Headline News:

Summertime performing arts learning opportunities for youth and adults abound

  1. Carousel Theatre (Indianola) – In conjunction with Missoula Children’s Theatre, culminating with public performance. Jun 27-Jul 1, performance Jul 2. https://carouseltheatre.org/?page_id=1118
  2. Class Act Productions (CAP) Community Theatre – 6 summer camps, age ranges 6-18 (Jul 11-15; Jul 11-15; Jul 18-22; Jul 18-22; Jul 25-29; Jul 25-29). https://www.captheatre.org/summer/camp/
  3. Des Moines Community Playhouse – Recognized as one of the country’s top education programs of its kind, visit the site for the full list of on-going programming for the youngest to adults. https://www.dmplayhouse.com/education/about/
  4. Des Moines Performing Arts – 3 camps taught by theater professionals, for grades 3-8 (Jul 13-29), 9-1st year of college (Jul 11-16), 6-8 (Jul 11-16). https://desmoinesperformingarts.org/classes-camps/
  5. Iowa Stage Theatre Company – In conjunction with West Des Moines Parks & Recreation. Ages 16+. Jul 9-30; Jul 9-30. https://www.iowastage.org/classes
  6. Tallgrass Theatre Company – 6 Seedlings Camps, in conjunction with West Des Moines Parks & Recreation (Jun 20-24; Jul 11-15; Jul 11-15; Jul 25-29; Aug 1-5; Aug 1-5). Details: https://tallgrasstheatre.org/seedlings/
  7. Seeking extras for Field of Dreams based series – With extensive filming to happen in Central Iowa, here is an opportunity to become part of this anticipated series loosely based on the iconic 1989 film. Extras positions in this project will be paid, and are seeking a diverse range of people to cast. Here is a link to a recent Des Moines Register article about this project, plus a link to signup up to apply as an extra:
    https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/2022/05/17/field-of-dreams-tv-series-filming-iowa-peacock-cast-how-get-involved-auditions/9749441002/
    www.kaast.app/signup

This week’s guests on The Culture Buzz –

  • 11:00 AM – Releases this week. Dr. Jenny Wang’s Permission to Come Home: Reclaiming Mental Health as Asian Americans is a telling and revealing understanding about the unique aspects of a key issue in the world today, mental health, as it pertains to Asian Americans. Well-researched, all Americans should continue to better understand unique challenges others must cope with in this realm.
    “Dr. Jenny T. Wang has been an incredible resource for Asian mental health. I believe that her knowledge, presence, and activism for mental health in the Asian American/Immigrant community have bee invaluable and groundbreaking.”
    – Steven Yeun, Actor, The Walking Dead and Minari
    https://www.jennywangphd.com/new-page
  • 11:14 AM – No More Neckties: A Memoir in Essays by Loren A. Olson MD, is a masterful, introspective and revealing look into a life of service, dedication…and, eventual freedom to be who he is. Loren provides a frank discussion about coming out, and lets readers better understand his life as a practicing psychiatrist, father and grandfather.
    “Loren Olson’s stories about coming out later in life, moving to the country, and starting a farm with his partner will inspire you to live your best life and also to appreciate the mundane. They will make you laugh and they may make you squirm with discomfort—in the best way. In sharing his personal stories, Olson adds a unique take to the burgeoning work in rural queer studies, which asks us to see the dynamic, complicated, and wonderful ways that life is lived in the country. Olson manages to tell his stories in a way that will help you see yourself and those around you with more compassion and care. Grab a cup of coffee and a slice of banana bread for what feels more like a conversation with an old friend than a book with a beginning and an end.”
    —Carly Thomsen, PhD, author of Visibility Interrupted: Rural Queer Life and the Politics of Unbecoming
    https://www.lorenaolson.com/
  • 11:29 AM – Releases this week. In Lee Bukowski’s novel, A Week of Warm Weather, secrets, family, addictions and explosive relationships abound in a story sure to capture the reader’s interest, and keep the pages turning. Lee shares glimpses into the creative process that produced this praiseworthy debut.
    “The true-to-life cast of characters and harrowing storyline kept me in my chair, grinding my teeth, until this heartbreaking family saga reached its conclusion. An engaging, gripping, and thought-provoking debut to be sure.” – Valerie Taylor, international award-winning author of What’s Not Said and What’s Not True
    https://www.leebukowski.com/
  • 11:45 AM – Based in fact and riveting history, The Double Life of Katharine Clark captures the untold story of the fearless journalist who risked her life for truth and justice. Adding to the exceptional research infused into this book, author Katharine Gregorio (named after her relative on whom this story retells) brings a scintillating tale to light that reads like the best of thriller fiction.
    “Katharine Gregorio tells Clark’s story in engaging, well-researched and vivid detail…an eloquent tribute.” -THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
    https://www.katharinegregorio.com/
  • 12:00 PM – This world premiere opens on Juneteenth. Playwright Beaufield Berry and Musical Director Courageous Fire provide glimpses into the historical anchors Beaufield captures in Buffalo Women, being workshopped at the Des Moines Community Playhouse in collaboration with Pyramid Theatre Company. Juneteenth. New lives. new freedoms. Buffalo Women is a tale of hidden figures living extraordinary lives on the frontier in 1865. June 19-26. This is a rare chance to witness the beginning of a new musical.
    “Thanks to Beaufield Berry’s talents at historical research and playwriting, the world gets to step through a bygone portal and be introduced to a cast of strong Black women who blazed their own paths in an early America. ‘Buffalo Women’ is enlightening, inspiring and altogether enthralling.”
    – The Culture Buzz
    https://www.dmplayhouse.com/events/buffalo-women/
  • 12:17 PM – This world premiere opens this week. Creating artistic ripples with Des Moines Performing Arts as its epicenter, Sonia Dawkins, through her SD-Prism Dance Theatre, presents the world premiere of Pieces of My Heart, an inspirational series of choreopoems inspired by August Wilson unpublished poetry, through special arrangements with the August Wilson Estate. One of America’s most innovative and exciting artists, Sonia shares insights into this rare opportunity to experience the beginning of a creative work’s arc.
    “Central Iowa should be vibrating with excitement to witness and soak in the artistry of this world premiere. This convergence of creative elements will deliver an experience that will stick to everyone’s heart and soul who attends.” – The Culture Buzz
    https://desmoinesperformingarts.org/events/pieces-of-my-heart/
  • 12:33 PM – Author presentation this week. Victor D. O. Santos brings a theme-quenching children’s book to audiences thirsting for a bedtime tome that immerses its audiences into a heartwarming understanding of fatherhood.
    From the author of the Polyglot Book Series comes this homage to fathers, My Dad, My Rock. Listen as Victor provides the back story for this exceptional book
    “A beautifully illustrated, touching tale of love.” –Kirkus Reviews, starred review ⭐
    https://www.linguacious.net/
  • 12:52 PM – With a rare gift for music, lyrics and performance, Susan Werner sings “Iowa,” a track from her seminal album, HAYSEED. Enjoy, and smile.
    “The classically trained and jazz inspired singer is redefining the genre and winning admirers around the country.” – Philadelphia Inquirer
    https://susanwerner.com/music/
  • 12:56 PM – Poet Jihyun Yun reads the title poem from her new collection, Some Are Always Hungry.
    “In this visceral yet compassionate inquiry into what makes us alive, Yun shows us how hope can be fashioned out of the desire to speak on and through atrocities. This book is one of those rare collections that stuns me back to my own life, somehow renewed, somehow better, kinder, and less alone.”
    —Ocean Vuong, author of Night Sky with Exit Wounds
    https://www.jihyunyun.com/

Performance Arts

  1. Ankeny Community Theatre. Cry It Out! Opens Jun 3, thru Jun 12. From corporate attorney to motherhood, this powerful story explores themes of a woman trying to find balance between aspirations and becoming a mother. https://www.ankenycommunitytheatre.com/cry-it-out.html
  2. CAP Theatre, Altoona. Into the Woods Jr. Opens Jun 3, thru Jun 12. This pared down version of the classic Broadway hit will delight children and their families. https://www.captheatre.org/
  3. Des Moines Community Playhouse. Calendar Girls opens Jun 3, thru Jun 19. This is a comedy with heart, featuring a stellar cast of dynamic women. https://www.dmplayhouse.com/events/calendar-girls/
  4. ACTORS Ames. Legally Blonde Jun 9 thru 26. https://www.dmplayhouse.com/events/buffalo-women/
  5. Des Moines Performing Arts. Riverdance returns to Des Moines on its 25th Anniversary Tour Jun 10-12, five performances. https://desmoinesperformingarts.org/events/2020-riverdance/
  6. Tallgrass Theatre Company. Into the Woods Summer Concert Series Jun 16-18 at the Jamie Hurd Amphitheater in West Des Moines. https://tallgrasstheatre.org/
  7. Pyramid Theatre Company & Des Moines Community Playhouse. Buffalo Women. This workshopped performance of a new musical will open Jun 19 thru Jun 26. https://www.dmplayhouse.com/events/buffalo-women/
  8. Vagrant Fear Theatre. Vagrant Fear will present Narly’s Night of Scary Good Talent June 11 at the Ames City Auditorium.  This 2-hours show will feature 12 local acts ranging from singers to comedians to a blockhead. All acts will have a horror theme to them. Tickets are on sale now at Midwestix. tickets go on sale for the show June 1st, also through Midwestix.
  9.  Iowa High School Musical Theatre Awards Showcase. This annual celebration of high school musical theatre from across Iowa returns in all of its vibrant energy, a captivating evening of performance inspiration. Jun 18 at Des Moines Performing Arts’ Civic Center. https://desmoinesperformingarts.org/events/202122-ihsmta-showcase/

Visual Arts

  1. Artisan Gallery 218. Mary Kline-Misol’s The GAIA Project – A Climate Crisis Dialogue All Gallery Exhibit. Thru Jun 30. https://www.artisangallery218.com/
  2. 12th Annual Garden Art Show. Sun Jun 5, 12-5 PM at 4320 Franklin Ave, Des Moines. Pottery, paintings, jewelry, sculpture, lamps, tie-dye, mandala stones, glass beads, mosaics. Presented by Whirlythings. https://www.facebook.com/Whirlythings-343140379041736/
  3. Des Moines Art Center. Art Exhibit: ‘Immersive’ thru June 5. 4700 Grand Ave., Des Moines. Follow a path from darkened space to darkened space where each one is filled with different combinations of light, color and sound. www.desmoinesartcenter.org
  4. Kunzler Studios. Historic Valley Junction, artist exhibit, ALL MY LOVE, MYRON. Artist Reception featuring work by Mike Kunzler & Kunzler Studios Jun 25, time TBD. https://www.kunzlerstudios.com/events
  5. Plymouth Congregational Church Art Gallery. A new, multimedia art exhibition titled FEEL, by American-born artist Jill Wells, will be on display thru July 3 at the Plymouth Gallery, Plymouth Congregational Church, 4126 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312.
  6. Olson-Larsen Galleries. Annual Landscape Show, thru Jul 23, 5:00-7:00 PM at 204-5th Street, Historic Valley Junction. https://olsonlarsen.com/
  7. Des Moines Art Center. 2 Re-connect with old favorites on exhibit from their permanent collection. Explore the constantly changing exhibits, from staff-curated to international, always ready to stimulate the imagination and senses. Always open (except holidays), always free. https://desmoinesartcenter.org/
  8. Brunnier Art Museum. Ames. 2 This is the flagship for the University Museums, a treasure trove of visual arts immersion on the Iowa State University campus, which includes the Christian Petersen Art Museum, The Farm House Museum, the Anderson Sculpture Garden and the Art on Campus Collection. https://www.museums.iastate.edu/visit/brunnier-art-museum
  9. The Grinnell College Museum of Art. Grinnell. 2 https://www.grinnell.edu/campus-life/arts-culture/museum
  10. 2AU. West Des Moines. 1,2 http://www.2aulimited.com/
  11. Artisan Gallery 218. West Des Moines. 1,2 https://www.artisangallery218.com/
  12. Kavanaugh Art Gallery. West Des Moines. 1,2 https://kavanaughgallery.com/
  13. Kunzler Studios. West Des Moines. 1,2 kunzlerstudios.com
  14. Olson-Larsen Galleries. West Des Moines.1,2 https://olsonlarsen.com/
  15. Moberg Gallery. Des Moines. 2 https://moberggallery.com/
  16. Hoyt Sherman Place Art Gallery. Des Moines. https://hoytsherman.org/gallery/
  17. Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design. Des Moines. https://www.lizlidgett.com/
  18. Polk County Heritage Gallery. Des Moines 2 http://www.polkcountyheritagegallery.org/
  19. Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Des Moines 2 I added this destination for its unique value as a “living gallery,” where the constantly changing floral exhibitions entice and delight. https://www.dmbotanicalgarden.com/

1Check these galleries open during semi-annual Historic Valley Junction Gallery Nights.
2Check website for current exhibitions.

Auditions, Volunteer, and other Individual Enhancement Opportunities

  1. Ankeny Community Theatre. Auditions for Godspell. Sat Jun 4, 1:00 PM. Sun Jun 5, 6:00 PM. https://www.ankenycommunitytheatre.com/godspell.html
  2. HOPE! Drama Troupe/Des Moines Community Playhouse. Auditions for company. 15-20 youths ages 13-18, any gender, any race or ethnicity. HOPE! Drama Troupe is a group of 20 middle school and high school youth whose mission is to end child abuse and neglect and strengthen families in Polk County. Each year, HOPE! Drama Troupe members use an original script to educate area youth about child abuse and the impact it has on children and families. Their 25-minute performance defines the types of abuse, demonstrates the consequences of abuse, and identifies how to get help. https://www.dmplayhouse.com/auditions/hope-drama-troupe/
  3. 48 Hour Film Project opens submissions for 18th season. July 29-31st marks the 18th running of the 48 Hour Film Project in Des Moines. Registered filmmakers from across Iowa will gather on the evening of July 29 where they will be given a genre, a character, a prop, and a line of dialogue that they must work into their film. 48 hours later they will race to upload their completed short films to 48 Hour Film Project servers before the 7:30pm deadline. Registration opens May 24th online at: www.48hourfilm.com/desmoines 
  4. Vagrant Fear Theatre. We are looking for talent to fill roles for Dark Side of Love July 15th and 16th in Ankeny.  This show is made up of 2 one-act plays mixing horror and love; two great emotions that go great together.  If people want to audition, reach out to me at vagrantfear@gmail.com or on our Facebook group Vagrant Fear Productions.
  5. ArtFest Midwest volunteer call. Two-hour and three-hour shifts available Sat Jun 25 thru Sun Jun 26. Sign up for more than one shift; tell your friends to sign up. Volunteers receive a free T-shirt and food vouchers. https://www.artfestmidwest.com/
  6. AgArt. Shakuntala is an innovative contemporary version of the classic play from India. We have roles for eight men and eight women ages 17 and up as well as one boy aged 8-12. There will also be an ensemble to portray members of the community. No acting or dance experience is required! Auditions will be held at Gateway Dance Theatre’s Studio on June 2nd, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm and June 3rd, 11:30 am- 1:30 pm and 6:00 pm-8:00 pm. Performances will be July 7th-9th at Jamie Hurt Amphitheater is West Des Moines.
  7. Ankeny Community Theatre. https://www.ankenycommunitytheatre.com/audition.html
  8. Des Moines Community Playhouse. https://www.dmplayhouse.com/audition-2/
  9. Des Moines Young Artists Theatre. https://www.dmyat.org/
  10. Class Act Productions (CAP). http://www.captheatre.org/main/expect/
  11. Iowa Stage Theatre Company. https://www.iowastage.org/audition
  12. Tallgrass Theatre Company. https://tallgrasstheatre.org/audition/
  13. Theatre Midwest. https://www.theatremidwest.org/auditions.html
  14. Urbandale Community Theatre. (Summer 2022 – Bye Bye Birdie) https://urbandaletheatre.com/get-involved/

Planning ahead

  1. The Okoboji Writers’ Retreat – Sep 19-21, 2022. This has become the must-attend event for writers to learn and network. https://beaverdalebooks.com/event/the-okoboji-writers-retreat/
  2. Now available, Susan Werner is offering her full catalog of albums, plus bonus tracks (demos and unreleased songs), and live concert video footage. A perfect gift for yourself, for Susan Werner fans, and anyone who simply savors the magic of one of America’s musical gems. https://susanwerner.com/music/

Between the covers — author events worth noting:

  1. Central Library – Jun 7, 7:00 PM. AViD Author Series. Special author panel. Dr. Richard Deming, Neil Hamilton, Jim Autry.
  2. Beaverdale Books – Jun 11, 2:30-3:30 PM. Victor D. O. Santos, My Dad, My Rock.
  3. Beaverdale Books – Jun 12, 2:00-3:00 PM. Adi Kharrom, I Kiss and Tell
  4. Beaverdale Books – Jun 13, 6:30-8:00 PM. Rob Sand, The Winning Ticket: Uncovering America’s Biggest Lottery Scandal
  5. Beaverdale Books – Jun 17, 6:30-8:00 PM. Meet the poets – celebrate 2022 Art Week with reading by John Thompson, Staci Harper-Bennett, Isabella Brantley, Prince Harrison Jr.

Beaverdale Books provides their Top Ten sellers list, updated each month. Updated hours: Sun/Mon: CLOSED; Tue — Fri: 10:00 — 5:30; Sat: 10:00 – 5:00, http://beaverdalebooks.com/ 515-279-5400.
Top Ten sellers in our store last month — see what everyone’s reading!

  1. Don’t Feed the Elephants!: Overcoming the Art of Avoidance to Build Powerful Partnerships, Sarah Noll Wilson*
  2. Being Non-Essential, Madhu Raghavendra
  3. Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants, Robin Wall Kimmerer
  4. Maus II: A Survivor’s Tale: And Here My Troubles Began, Art Spiegelman
  5. Half Baked Harvest Every Day: Recipes for Balanced, Flexible, Feel Good Meals: A Cookbook, Tieghan Gerard
  6. The Paris Library, Janet Skeslien Charles
  7. Hello Iowa, Mary Gordon*
  8. The Butterfly Effect, Rachel Mans McKenny*
  9. Matrix, Lauren Groff
  10. Maus, Art Spiegelman

* Iowa author
Highlighted author names’ indicate interviews are in The Culture Buzz Podcast Library.
Please visit: https://archive.org/details/@the_culture_buzz 

Life Resource books worth your consideration:

  1. Don’t Feed the Elephant! Overcoming the Art of Avoidance to Build Powerful Relationships is a fully digestible and sage guide in how to eat that elephant – one bite at a time. By Sarah Noll Wilson of SNoW Co. https://sarahnollwilson.com/elephants/
  2. Becoming the Instrument: Lessons on Self Mastery from Music to Life is the masterful follow-up to Kenny Werner’s seminal Effortless Mastery: Liberating the Master Musician Within. The wisdom packed between the covers of this gem will enlighten each and every time you delve into it. https://kennywerner.com/
  3. The Exceptional Professional: What You Need to Know to Grow Your Career is an info-packed gem from Callista Gould. https://cultureandmanners.com/ 

Check out The Culture Buzz’s insightful interviews for these and other authors’ interviews at https://archive.org/details/@the_culture_buzz

Performing Arts Organizations:
Please check in advance regarding any scheduled performances, exhibitions, museum visits, etc.

Greater Des Moines Independent Book Store Happenings:
The Culture Buzz shares many authors and their books with its audiences. We encourage you to visit your local independent book store regularly. The folks at these destination locations know books, and welcome the chance to help anyone connect with titles and subjects they seek. Check these sites, as their calendars are always filled with enticing activities and news.

  1. Beaverdale Books, Des Moines. http://www.beaverdalebooks.com/
  2. Pageturners Bookstore, Indianola. http://www.pageturnersbookstore.com/
  3. Dog-eared Books, Ames. https://dogearedbooksames.com/
  4. Artisan Gallery 218, 218-5th Street, Historic Valley Junction, West Des Moines (select author events), http://www.artisangallery218.com/
  5. Read a Book Nook, Marshalltown. https://read-a-book-nook.business.site/
  6. Book Vault, Oskaloosa. https://bookvault.indielite.org/
  7. Prairie Lights Books & Cafe, Iowa City. https://www.prairielights.com/

Cultural Exploration Resources:
The Culture Buzz will begin including carefully vetted but comprehensive listings where you can do some advance online exploration before scheduling destinations in the region. These are two great websites to know about:

  1. The Culture Buzz – John Busbee and associates encourage cultural adventures with a comprehensive overview of what The Culture Buzz delivers. Included is an archive library of favorite interviews. http://www.TheCultureBuzz.com/
  2. Center Stage – This Cityview monthly column provides insights into Central Iowa’s theatre. Distributed throughout the region and available online. Current column: https://www.dmcityview.com/center-stage
  3. Cityview – Central Iowa’s monthly printed and continually updated online resource to all things happening in your community, from arts & culture, to music, to civic and political discourse, to fascinating columnists and stories. Cityview is the reliable source for keeping you informed and engaged in the Greater Des Moines community and beyond. https://www.dmcityview.com/
  4. dsm Magazine – Central Iowa’s gateway to arts, culture and more in a stunning, visual format. https://dsmmagazine.com/ dsm’s CultureCast podcast features interviews with cultural leaders, artists and musicians. https://dsmmagazine.com/culturecast/
  5. ia Magazine – Built upon the success of its Central Iowa counterpart, this annual gem brings enticing cultural news from across the state. https://iapublication.com/
  6. Art Beacon Des Moines is Central Iowa’s home for promoting the visual arts. Our calendar of events highlights exhibitions, art talks and calls for art. Subscribe to the Art Beacon Weekly, our online newsletter filled with links to the latest art happenings. Find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. http://artbeacondesmoines.com/
  7. 900Views Podcast. An exploration of arts and community with Host Pat Boddy. Based out of Mainframe Studios in downtown Des Moines, 900Views provides a platform for glimpsing the creative work and lives of the Midwest’s cultural producers and influencers. https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/900views-pat-boddy-RCELj1xc7Wh/
  8. Greater Des Moines Community Jazz Center is this region’s source for a decades-established advocacy group for jazz, and established jazz professionals guiding and nurturing next generations of jazz musicians and fans. http://dmcommunityjazzcenter.org/
  9. Central Iowa Blues Society is the area’s connecting point for performance, presentations and education in the world of blues. www.cibs.org
  10. Bryan Farland, for many years, single handedly puts together the most comprehensive list of live and streaming music in Iowa. Bryan reaches out two ways, https://www.facebook.com/TheListDSM and farlanbr@dsmlivemusic.com

Resources to help, support and guide during any challenges you or someone you care about may be experiencing:

  • COVID Iowa Recovery: 800-775-9276 https://covidrecoveryiowa.org/
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org
  • United Way 211: Dial 211, text ZIP code to 898211 or visit 211iowa.org
  • CICIL: #CICILServes COVID-19 Hotline: (866) 44-CICIL
  • Trans Lifeline: (877) 565-8860
  • LGBT National Youth Talkline: (800) 246-7743
  • LGBT National Talkline: (888) 843-4564
  • Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center: dmpcc.org
  • Broadlawns 24/7 Crisis Team: (515) 282-5752
  • Your Life Iowa Help Line: (855) 581-8111
  • Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to be connected to crisis counseling
  • Online Mental Health Crisis Chat: iowacrisischat.org
  • MercyOne Des Moines Behavioral Health Clinic: 515-643-9030.
  • Prelude Behavioral Services (substance treatment): 515-262-0349
  • Instead of 911 – Des Moines area
    * Domestic Violence: 515.286.3600
       Polk County Crisis & Advocacy
    * Poison Control: 800.222.1222
    * Mental Health Crisis: 515.282.5752
       Broadlawns Crisis Team
    * LGBTQ+ Abuse: 866.488.7386
    * Sexual Assault: 515.243.7386
       Children & Families of Iowa
    * Veteran Crisis: 800.273.8255 press1
       Veterans & Their Families Health Crisis Line
    * Child Abuse/Neglect: 800.422.4453
       National US Child Abuse Hotline
    * Animal Abuse/Neglect: 515.284.6905
       Des Moines Animal Control
    *open 24/7
     
    As always, I appreciate news and information from you out there in the cultural trenches and am ready and willing to pursue a story or interview to share with my audiences. ♦

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