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West Des Moines
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of October.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Blank Park Zoo's new baby snow monkey, Yumi, symbolizes a significant step in wildlife conservation. KCCI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ For the second consecutive year, Congress did not pass a new Farm Bill, impacting agricultural policy amid election season debates. Radio Iowa
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Wiggles and Giggles Storytime
Experience a lively storytime with movement, music, and rhymes at the Central Library, featuring a special celebration for Sesame Street Live!
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Architect-led Sidewalk Tours of Downtown Des Moines
Experience the architectural beauty of Iowa's capital on guided sidewalk tours led by architects, showcasing historic neighborhoods and landmarks.
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for KING + COUNTRY: The UNSUNG HERO Tour 2024
Experience a live performance by the GRAMMY-award winning duo for KING + COUNTRY featuring new music from their latest project.
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HunterGirl Live Concert
Experience an evening of live music with HunterGirl at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines.
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Family Storytime: Exploring Ideas Together
Experience an engaging family storytime centered around the theme of creativity and imagination inspired by the book 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'.
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Gold Medal Families: A Talk by Dr. Ray Guarendi
Learn about the essential qualities that contribute to strong families from Dr. Ray Guarendi, a respected speaker and expert in family dynamics.
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Transformative Nonfiction Book Club Experience
Engage in enlightening discussions at a nonfiction book club designed to inspire personal growth and change.
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Wiggles and Giggles: Special Guest Firefighters Storytime
Experience an engaging storytime with the Des Moines Fire Department where children can learn about fire safety and explore a fire truck up close.
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Comedy Night with Cam Bertrand and AJ Wilkerson
Experience a night of laughter featuring the charming and hilarious young comedian AJ Wilkerson alongside Cam Bertrand at the Des Moines Funny Bone.
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Briston Maroney Live with Annie DiRusso
Experience an evening of live music with Briston Maroney and Annie DiRusso at the Val Air Ballroom in West Des Moines.
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