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West Des Moines
Saturday, December 21st, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines International Airport anticipates 79,000 travelers during the holiday season, advising early arrival and usage of online resources for smooth travel. KCCI
- ➤ Des Moines may reconsider the date for its traditional Beggars' Night trick-or-treating after a survey revealed nearly half of respondents prefer October 31st. KCCI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Maurices women's clothing store at Valley West Mall in West Des Moines is closing, marking another loss for the struggling shopping center. Des Moines Register
- ➤ Party City is closing all its stores nationwide, including possible closures of its six Iowa locations, after failing to overcome financial challenges. Des Moines Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aaron Steil from Iowa State University Extension recommends gently brushing snow off younger or evergreen plants in an upward motion to prevent damage, and advises against removing ice from trees, suggesting to let it melt naturally. Radio Iowa
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The Glenn Miller Orchestra Holiday Show
Experience a festive evening with the Glenn Miller Orchestra as they perform classic holiday songs alongside timeless hits from their legendary repertoire.
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NOLA Holiday Show featuring the NOLA Jazz Band
Experience the vibrant sounds of the NOLA Jazz Band at the Noce Jazz Club, a premier destination for live music in Des Moines.
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I Spy: Winter at Des Moines Public Library
Children can search for winter-themed pictures in the youth area for a chance to win a prize.
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JT's Slapshot New Year's Puck Drop Hockey Tournament
JT's Slapshot New Year's Puck Drop is a competitive hockey tournament featuring various age divisions held in West Des Moines, IA.
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Decoy Live Performance
Decoy will perform live at Wooly's in Des Moines, offering an evening of entertainment starting at 8 PM.
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Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup at Des Moines Public Library
Participants can pick up free art kits to create artwork for the first ever Tiny Art Show, with submissions due on January 10th and a gallery reception held on January 18th.
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Beyond Birth: Support Group for New Parents
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies, featuring guest presenters and facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital.
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St. Edmond vs. South Hamilton High School Basketball Game
Two high school teams, St. Edmond and South Hamilton, will compete in a basketball game as part of the Iowa Wolves High School Hoops Series.
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DMPL Writer's Workshop
A monthly workshop at the Des Moines Public Library where writers can share their work and receive feedback from peers.
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Meet the Author: Jamie Seitz Discusses 'Weight of Water'
Author Jamie Seitz introduces her debut novel, 'Weight of Water,' which follows teenager Quinn Keaton as she navigates her mother's grief and seeks independence at an English boarding school.
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