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West Des Moines
Sunday, December 29th, 2024
Good morning, West Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 'Day of Kindness,' initiated by West Des Moines Leadership Academy Alumni, encourages Iowans statewide to donate new socks for local human services, aiming to surpass last year's 2,000 pairs. Greater Des Moines Partnership
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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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Create Your Nonfiction Book This Year
This workshop offers aspiring authors the tools and strategies necessary to develop and complete their nonfiction manuscripts effectively.
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NAMI Family Support Group
The NAMI Family Support Group offers a peer-led environment for adults with loved ones experiencing mental health challenges, focusing on shared experiences and understanding.
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Culinary Insights: Wini Moranville's Dining Experience
Wini Moranville shares her experiences and insights from 15 years of restaurant reviews in Des Moines through her new book.
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Woodward-Granger vs. ACGC High School Basketball Game
Enjoy a competitive high school basketball matchup between Woodward-Granger and ACGC in the Iowa Wolves High School Hoops Series.
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Dr. Jennifer Mathis' Board Certification Celebration
The event celebrates Dr. Jennifer Mathis' Board Certification as a Veterinary Dentist™ and Oral Surgeon, featuring cocktails, dinner, and a continuing education talk.
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