Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aaron Caballero, co-founder and COO of Closed Door Security with 8 years of experience, will lead a virtual session from 9 to 10 a.m. where experts in HR, marketing, accounting and IT will explain five key points on reducing cyber risk—helping small business owners prepare for potential breaches. Greater Des Moines Partnership
- ➤ On Saturday, Warren Buffett announced he is stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway and named 62-year-old Canadian executive Greg Abel as his successor—Abel has led Berkshire Hathaway Energy since 2011 and coached kids' hockey and soccer in Des Moines. The board will vote on his appointment to officially take over at the end of 2025—Buffett and Berkshire officials praised Abel’s hard work and strategic thinking as key to preserving the company’s decentralized culture. KCCI
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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.
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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.
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Quarterly Meeting
6-8 p.m. — Scottish Rite Consistory — $22.13 — Attend a quarterly meeting dinner with a menu to be published.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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& 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.
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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.
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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.
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Summer Nights at Karl Kustoms
5-7 p.m. — Karl Kustoms — Free entry — Enjoy a casual evening with food, fun, and stunning cars.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
All progress depends on the unreasonable person.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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