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West Des Moines
Saturday, February 14th, 2026
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of February.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Skate South in Des Moines will host a free watch party from 9 a.m. to noon as local speedskater Zach Stoppelmoor debuts in the 500-meter event at the Olympics in Milan, with the race airing at 10 a.m. Team USA confirmed he is Iowa’s first Olympic speedskater. KCCI
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Candlelight Valentine's Day Special
12:30 – 4:15 a.m. — Scottish Rite Consistory — Ticket required — Experience romantic melodies performed by the Listeso String Quartet in an enchanting candlelit setting.
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Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets
4-5 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Practice reading aloud with friendly ARL TheraPets to boost confidence and reduce anxiety.
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Baby Rhyme Time
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in rhythmic fun with songs, stories, and playtime for babies and caregivers.
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Baby Safety Class
11:30 PM – 2:00 AM — Visitor Parking Ramp — Registration required — Learn essential tips for creating a safe environment for your little explorers.
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Emanuel Ax Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Sheslow Auditorium — Tickets required — Experience the extraordinary talent of renowned pianist Emanuel Ax in a solo recital.
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Crossroads: A History of the Blues
2-4 p.m. — Forest Avenue Library — Free entry — Explore the evolution of the blues from the Delta to Chicago with expert musicians and stories.
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Winnie the Pooh Theatre Show
1-5 p.m. — Stoner Theater — Ticket prices vary — Adventure with Pooh, Piglet, and friends as they explore the Hundred Acre Wood in a theatrical adaptation of Milne's classic tales.
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Tech Central Open House
6-7:30 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Explore the latest maker lab innovations with 3D printers, laser cutters, and various crafting demonstrations.
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Mardi Gras Prix Fixe Dinner with NOLA Jazz Band
7-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $85 per person — Celebrate Mardi Gras with a seven-course dinner accompanied by live jazz by the sensational NOLA Jazz Band.
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Baby Rhyme Time
9:30-10:00 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in playful rhymes, songs, and stories for babies and caregivers.
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