Good morning, West Des Moines.

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa urgently seeks foster families to care for over 1,400 animals in its shelter—kennels are full and more temporary homes are needed for dogs, cats, puppies and kittens.

Officials say fostering is flexible with supplies and veterinary care provided, and people can apply online today.

A UnityPoint Health LifeFlight helicopter hit a bird just after takeoff Monday morning while transporting a patient—no one was hurt as the pilot followed protocol and returned safely to Iowa Methodist Medical Center where a mechanic inspected the aircraft and the patient was taken to the hospital by ambulance.

Former Des Moines superintendent Ian Roberts was arrested by ICE last week and may have been denied a green card four times because he fell out of legal status—an immigration attorney explained that issues like working without proper authorization could be factors while Des Moines Public Schools now sues the firm that recommended him.

The West Des Moines City Council approved a lease on Oct.

6 for the Buccaneers to play at the MidAmerican RecPlex for the 2025-26 season — the team will use the Abel Ice Arena with a fee of $2,400 per game while the facility keeps its advertising and food sales revenue. The lease runs through April and follows the team's move from its older arena in Urbandale.

Headshot Happy Hour

5-7 p.m. — Centro — Free entry — Connect with peers and capture a fresh headshot while supporting local women in crisis.

Michael Blaustein Stand-Up Comedy Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Hoyt Sherman Place — Tickets start at $34 — Experience the quickest rising star in stand-up with viral comedy clips and a top podcast.

Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works

10-11 a.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Registration required — Engage in a workshop reading and discussing short literary works with fellow writers.

Iowa Home Expo

10 AM – 5 PM — Iowa State Fairgrounds — Free admission — Explore home improvement projects and connect with local and national vendors.

Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course

1 PM-7 PM — Blank Children's Hospital Campus — Registration closed — Enhance your pediatric emergency care skills with this comprehensive training course.

Drop-In Tech Help

2-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free service — Get assistance with your devices in a relaxed drop-in setting.

The Outreach Project

1-3 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Connect with community resources and support services for local needs.

Disenchanted! The Hit Musical Comedy

2-4 PM — Temple Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience the hilarious twist on classic fairy tales with Snow White and friends in this comedic musical.

DOOM GONG Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Tickets starting at $63 — Experience an unforgettable night with the captivating sounds of Doom Gong.

Des Moines Career Fair

9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Hilton Des Moines Downtown — Free entry — Connect with top employers across various sectors to take the next step in your career.