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West Des Moines
Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A previously abandoned dog in Des Moines, discovered inside a trash bag, has been adopted by his foster family. KCCI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Modest Mouse will perform at Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines on June 23, 2025, with presale tickets available starting January 30. Des Moines Register
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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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Monthly Writing Night at Smokey Row Coffee
A casual evening for writers to work on their projects or explore new ideas with generative prompts in a supportive environment.
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Iowa Ag Expo 2025
The Iowa Ag Expo showcases over 700 exhibitors presenting the latest innovations in agriculture across 7.25 acres.
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Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver Training
Participants will learn how to operate the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central, qualifying them to book and use the machine independently afterward.
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February First Friday: Layered Exhibition at Mainframe Studios
The Layered Exhibition features artworks from 48 local artists, showcasing the vibrant arts scene of Greater Des Moines at Mainframe Studios.
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2025 Bravo Awards Gala: A Celebration of Arts and Culture
This gala features an evening of music, awards, and dancing to support local arts, culture, and heritage organizations in Des Moines.
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Art Spectrums for Children and Teens with Autism
Art Spectrums is a program designed for children and teens with autism and their families to explore art and create memorable experiences at the Des Moines Art Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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