Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
Good morning, West Des Moines.
Des Moines Public Schools held an administrative session at 2100 Fleur Drive at 5 p.m. on Saturday after Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts was detained by ICE, and the board voted 7-0 to put him on paid administrative leave while interim superintendent Matt Smith manages the district. ICE records show that Dr. Roberts is at Woodbury County Jail—further details are pending.
Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with a new hands-on art activity each week, welcoming all ages and skill levels.
K-pop Meet-up
5-6 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow K-pop fans while trading photocards and enjoying snacks and music.
RC Coffee Networking
9-10 a.m. — Smokey Row Coffee — Free entry — Gather for a cup of coffee and connect with fellow remodelers.
Agile + DevOpsDays Des Moines 2025
8 AM – 4 PM — Community Choice Convention Center — Pricing not specified — Explore innovative ideas and collaborate with industry professionals at this tech-focused conference.
Annual Fall Tailgate at Serve Credit Union
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — The Shop DSM - Event Center — Free lunch — Enjoy a delicious meal and meet local vendors at the credit union's annual gathering.
Dog Day Guided Tour at Pappajohn Sculpture Park
11 a.m. — Pappajohn Sculpture Park — Free entry — Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week with a guided tour exploring art and sculptures in the company of your furry friend.
Surety Hotel Autumnal Artisan Market
1-5 p.m. — Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection — Mini portrait sessions available for $50 — Explore a curated artisan market featuring 15 local makers and enjoy live music with specialty cocktails.
Weekly Art Nights with Art is Rad
6-8 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $10 per artist — Unleash your creativity with hands-on art activities suitable for all ages and skill levels.
80's Name That Tune Trivia
7-9 p.m. — Bix & Co. — Free to play — Test your knowledge of the best and worst music from the 80's in a fun trivia night.
Headshot Happy Hour
5-7 p.m. — Centro — Free entry — Connect with peers and capture a fresh headshot while supporting local women in crisis.
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