Good morning, West Des Moines.

The West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce and Explore WDM Committee hosted Out to Lunch at Spare Time Entertainment on March 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.—local business and community leaders networked while paying for their own lunch.

Bar Louie filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and plans to close at least 14 underperforming restaurants nationwide—however, the West Des Moines location at Jordan Creek Town Center was not included in the closure filings and will remain open as one of 31 corporate-owned locations.

Keystone Savings Bank will host the Breakfast Club: Tour Your Chamber event on April 16 at 7:30 a.m. where local professionals will join a free breakfast and networking session—attendees will learn about Keystone's financial services and connect with chamber members.

Real Connections Counseling will host B.A.S.H. on May 13 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM CDT to bring members from various businesses together for networking and socializing—refreshments and light snacks will be served.

The event is designed to help strengthen old relationships and build new friendships among local professionals.

The chamber will hold its monthly FuseDSM Firestarter meeting on May 13 (8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. CDT) to build local business connections and drive growth in our community.

The meeting will be hosted at a rotating member location (details to be announced) and will offer a chance to share ideas that support local business success.

Des Moines is hosting the first-ever MASLW playoffs at Buccaneer Arena as part of Women’s History Month—soccer leaders gathered to mark a historic moment for women’s sports.

Mayor Connie Boesen and Demon Hawks owner Darwin Salas said the tournament will spark future opportunities for young female athletes.

NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience

NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience is a live concert featuring a film montage accompanied by a live orchestra performing original scores and popular songs from the anime, creating an immersive experience for fans.

String Art Crafting for Adults

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration recommended — Create a unique string art project or make progress on your own piece.

Encounter the Eucharist: An Evening with Fr. Mike Schmitz

7 p.m. — Community Choice Convention Center — $100 — Experience an inspiring evening with the #1 Christian podcaster and celebrate 20 years of Iowa Catholic Radio.

Glowforge Laser Engraver Training

3-4 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Master the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver in a hands-on session at Tech Central.

The Outreach Project

1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Discover community resources and support from local advocates at this helpful outreach event.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Offensive Skills Camp

Apr 5-6 — SportsPlex West — Limited spots available — Elevate your game with pro-level shooting techniques and offensive skills training.

Cocktail Techniques 101 Class

6-8 p.m. — Table 128 — $65 per person — Learn vital mixology skills in a sold-out, hands-on cocktail class with expert guidance.

Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time

10:00-10:30 a.m. — North Side Library — Free entry — Engage with rhymes, songs, and stories tailored for infants and toddlers.

School Group Attendance Update

All day — Science Center of Iowa — N/A — Today's school group traffic is expected to be low, making it a great time to visit.

Jazz on the House with Saxophonist Wayne Page & Co.

7-10 p.m. — Noce — No cover — Enjoy jazz tunes and $5 green tea shots during the all night happy hour.