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West Des Moines
Tuesday, January 21st, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 'Together We Fuse by Volunteering' initiative by FuseDSM encourages community members and business leaders to volunteer with nonprofits in Greater Des Moines, enhancing community bonds and impacting local needs. Greater Des Moines Partnership
- ➤ On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, volunteers in Des Moines contribute to their community by helping clean and organize the Urban Dreams community resource center, continuing the spirit of service encouraged by the holiday. KCCI
- ➤ The Iowa Bird Rehabilitation's 2nd annual gala, Wings of Iowa, celebrates birds and raises funds, featuring music, auctions, and a special guest from Blank Park Zoo, all at The Monroe in West Des Moines. Greater Des Moines Partnership
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lola's Fine Hot Sauce collaborates with Hy-Vee to launch a spicy potato chip, combining the grocer's kettle-cooked chips with Lola's signature sauce blend. Des Moines Register
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DMAAR Annual Event 2025
The DMAAR Annual Event will feature music, cocktails, networking opportunities, and the announcement of the REALTOR® of the Year in a vibrant setting.
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Splurge: Annual Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Event
The Splurge event features an evening of wine, cheese, chocolate, and live music at West End Architectural Salvage in Des Moines.
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Iowa Bicycle Coalition's Annual Bike Banquet
The Iowa Bicycle Coalition's first annual fundraising banquet features live music, inspiring speakers, and a silent auction to support safe and enjoyable cycling in Iowa.
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Iowa Reptile Show at Hilton Garden Inn
The Iowa Reptile Show provides a family-friendly environment for attendees to interact with local breeders and explore a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians, and supplies.
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Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End - A Biographical Play
This heartfelt play showcases the life and humor of renowned columnist Erma Bombeck, highlighting the experiences of women in domestic roles.
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Shucked: A Tony Award-Winning Musical Comedy
Shucked is a hilarious Tony Award-winning musical that combines humor and economics, featuring a book by Robert Horn and a score by Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally.
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Shucked - A Tony Award Winning Musical Comedy
SHUCKED is a hilarious musical comedy featuring a talented creative team, providing an entertaining experience for theater lovers.
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Community Resource Connection Event
The Des Moines Public Library hosts an event to connect adults with local community resources through information provided by community advocates.
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Winter-Focused Chef's Tasting Menu at Table 128
The event features a specially curated three-course Chef's Tasting Menu showcasing winter ingredients with optional beverage pairings available.
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Story Time Beneath the Night Sky
Children can enjoy imaginative storytelling under the stars, led by a member of the SCI Programs Team at the Science Center of Iowa.
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