Good morning, West Des Moines.

Taro, a tiny grey-brown Japanese macaque, was born almost a month ago at the local zoo and stayed close to his mother (Anika, born in 2014) so they could bond before he was introduced to visitors; he will soon be seen near the carousel as part of the zoo’s commitment to species survival.

Woodhouse Auto Group of Omaha opened a new Porsche dealership in West Des Moines at 7220 Lake Drive along Interstate 80 and Jordan Creek Parkway earlier this month — it is the first Porsche dealer in the area since 2008 and the only one in Iowa.

Alison Ewing, an Iowa native actress from Mason City, will star in the touring Broadway production Parade as Sally Slaton starting next Tuesday at the Civic Center in Des Moines—the only Iowa stop on the tour.

The musical, based on a true 1913 story that explores heavy themes, will run through August 3.

Iowa public media are bracing for major funding cuts as Congress reviews a bill that would cut $9 billion in taxpayer dollars from foreign aid & public broadcasting.

The Senate passed the bill 51 to 48 and IPTV may lose $3.5 million each year, which could force changes at services like the Iowa Radio Reading Information Service in Des Moines.

Monthly Critique Group Workshop

10 AM — Smokey Row Coffee — Free entry — Engage in deep discussions while sharing your poetry for constructive feedback.

5K Beer Run at Confluence Brewing

11 a.m. — Confluence Brewing Company — $35 — Enjoy a 5K fun run and celebrate with a craft beer from the local brewery while supporting the Food Bank of Iowa.

School of Adventure: Learn to Play D&D

3-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Explore the magical world of Dungeons and Dragons with guidance in a fun and engaging one-shot campaign.

Farm to Table Vegan Dinner

6 p.m. — The Wallace Centers of Iowa — $75/ticket — Enjoy a vibrant three-course vegan dinner featuring fresh produce from local farms.

Burger & Beer Deal at Exile Brewing

11 AM - 9 PM — Exile Brewing Company — $12 — Enjoy a single patty Exile smash burger with fries and a cold pint of beer.

Wild on Wheels Summer Block Party

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Science Center of Iowa — Free entry — Enjoy live music, games, and food trucks at this fun kickoff event.

Masao Culinary Experience

6-8 p.m. — Miyabi 9 — Check for dining prices — Explore a unique fusion of Japanese and French flavors with a standout menu by talented chefs.

Heads In Motion - Talking Heads Tribute

8-9:30 p.m. — xBk Live — $20 + Fees — Experience the high-energy tribute to the iconic Talking Heads with an 8-piece band dedicated to capturing their unforgettable sound.

Summer Needle Felting Workshop

2-4:30 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Supplies included — Unleash your creativity with vibrant wool to craft a summer prairie landscape in this beginner-friendly needle-felting workshop.

3D Printer Training Class

5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Learn to master both filament and resin 3D printing techniques with hands-on guidance.