Good morning, West Des Moines.

Meals from the Heartland will host its 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on June 19 at Beaver Creek Golf Club as golfers register at 9:00 a.m. and begin play at 10:00 a.m. The event offers lunch, appetizers & awards and will help fight hunger by supporting Meals from the Heartland’s mission.

Jasper Winery will host its Summer Concert Series every Thursday from May 8 through July 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Visitors may bring blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy different bands and onsite food trucks—weather permitting.

Jasper Winery will host the first annual Free Range Music and BBQ Festival on Saturday, June 14 — the event will feature top BBQ restaurants, local craft beer and cider, and live Americana music in a family-friendly setting.

Tickets range from $30 to $50 and the festival is set to bring central Iowa's best flavors and tunes together.

West Des Moines Public Safety departments conducted a Public Safety All Hazards Drill at Holiday Park and Florer Park Friday from 7:00 a.m. to noon—police, fire, and EMS personnel participated while the public was asked to avoid the parks.

Governor Reynolds said she received positive signals from USDA officials as they reviewed Iowa’s waiver request to allow families with children who get free or reduced price school lunches to buy groceries in the summer—she is also awaiting decisions on additional waiver requests aimed at streamlining education funding, food benefits, and Medicaid work requirements.

A bill cleared by the Iowa House subcommittee will create a prison infrastructure fund and launch a study of nine state-run prisons because the facilities hold 24% more inmates than they were built for—Representative Brian Lohse said the measure is expected to spark a discussion on needed improvements.

On June 11, college students will gather at Smash Park’s West Yard for a social from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. where participants can play games, enjoy free appetizers and a first drink if they show their ID + the event will move indoors if bad weather occurs and those not signed up should register via the YURtern app or email.

Food for the Hungry Volunteer Event with We The Kingdom

5:30-10:30 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Volunteer participation required — Support the fight against poverty while enjoying live music.

Future Islands Concert

7-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Ticket prices from $32 — Experience Future Islands live in an intimate concert setting in Des Moines.

Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Support Group

9-11 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Weekly postpartum support for parents and their new babies with guest presentations.

Quarterly Meeting

6-8 p.m. — Scottish Rite Consistory — $22.13 — Attend a quarterly meeting dinner with a menu to be published.

Breakfast with Ricky Stanzi

7-9 a.m. — The Hall DSM — $20 at the door — Enjoy breakfast and fellowship while hearing Ricky Stanzi's inspirational testimony.

Architecture on the Move: Iowa Architectural Foundation Tours

5:30-7 p.m. — Capital Square — Free entry — Discover downtown Des Moines' architectural marvels on a guided sidewalk tour.

Mary's Meals 5K Walk/Run

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Iowa Women of Achievement Bridge — Fundraising encouraged — Participate in the annual Race to Feed Kids and help provide meals for children in need.

& Juliet (Touring)

& Juliet — 1-5 p.m. — Des Moines Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — A vibrant musical featuring the hits of Britney Spears, The Backstreet Boys, and The Weeknd.

I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers

— May 12 – 24 — Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Discover the beauty of Iowa wildflowers and embark on an outdoor adventure to spot them.

Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Support Group

9:30-11 a.m. — Downtown Des Moines Public Library — Free entry — Connect with other new parents in a supportive environment for postpartum discussions.