Good morning, West Des Moines.

Local Latino activist Joe Henry gathered with community members Saturday in Des Moines after the U.S.-captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, raising concerns about changes that might affect support for refugees.

Tween Club Read - Bring Your Own Book

4:15-5:00 p.m. — West Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Share your favorite book and play a fun guessing game with fellow tweens.

Baby Rhyme Time: Bilingual Storytime

9:30-10 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — A delightful bilingual storytime session for caregivers and babies aged 0-18 months featuring special guest Miss Arlette.

Toast to Terrariums

5:30-7 p.m. — Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden — $51 Members | $60 Nonmembers — Enjoy wine while crafting and nurturing your own terrarium.

Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works

10-11 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Engage in lively discussions of short written works among fellow writers.

Knitting 101 Workshop

10 AM – 12 PM — Hoyt Sherman Place — Cost info not provided — Learn the basics of knitting in a fun two-part course to create a cozy scarf or cowl.

Olivaya Dream: Stretch Series

6:00 – 6:45 p.m. — Mainframe Studios — Registration opens December 1st — Start your new year with soothing stretches to ground your body and calm your spirit.

Land Investment Expo

8 AM — Iowa Events Center — Virtual registration available — Explore land investment trends and network with industry leaders at this premier event.

Tie Blanket Workshop

10 AM – 4 PM — Mainframe Studios — Ticket required — Create tie blankets and pillows with random fleece fabrics while enjoying a community craft experience.

Trivia Night at Exile Brewing

6-8 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — Happy hour pints for $4.50 — Test your knowledge with Trophy Husband Trivia and enjoy a fun evening out.

The Outreach Project

1-2 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — No cost — Connect with community advocates for vital resources like meal sites and shelters.