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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Discover the Wild - Blank Park Zoo
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261214
DTSTAMP:20260730T230240Z
UID:0-9704@star1025.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, Blank Park Zoo invites you to Discover the Wild! 
 Meet amazing animals\, explore hands-on learning activities\, and uncover 
 the connections between wildlife and conservation.\n\nJoin us each month f
 rom 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to explore Blank Park Zoo’s conservation prioritie
 s during our Discover the Wild Days. Discover\, Connect\, and Take Action 
 by learning about the animals in our care\, the conservation organizations
  we support\, how we care for each species\, and how AZA-accredited zoos w
 ork together for the survival of wildlife.\n\nEvery month features a diffe
 rent animal and includes an at-home activity and downloadable education gu
 ide so you can keep exploring long after your visit.\n\nIncluded with zoo 
 admission. Get your tickets HERE!\n\nJune - Reticulated Giraffe\n\nDiscov
 er the Wild Day: June 21\, 2026\n\nJuly - Wild Iowa\n\nDiscover the Wil
 d Day: July 18\, 2026\n\nAugust – Lemurs\n\nDiscover the Wild Day: 
 August 23\, 2026\n\nSeptember - Red Panda\n\nDiscover the Wild Day: Sept
 ember 19\, 2026\n\nOctober - Cinereous Vultures\n\nDiscover the Wild Day:
  October 15-18\, 22-25\n\nNovember - Turtles\n\nDiscover the Wild Day: 
 November 12\, 2026\n\nDecember - Cotton-top Tamarins\n\nDiscover the Wild
  Day: December 13\, 2026\n\nFull event details HERE!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230240Z
URL:https://star1025.com/events/discover-the-wild-blank-park-zoo/?utm_sour
 ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Western Gateway Park
X-SOURCE-URL:https://star1025.com/locations/western-gateway-park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Braille Babies
DTSTART:20260917T150000Z
DTEND:20260917T153000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:18903-1789639200-1789641000@iowalibrary.blog
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Braille Babies Storytime!\nThursdays\n10:00 – 10
 :30 AM\nVirtual via Zoom and In-Person at the Iowa Department for the Blin
 d\nAges: 0-4 years old \nDesign of the Program: \n\nTeaching children the 
 importance of exploring touch\, textures\, and tactiles\nBeginning braille
  skills are explored\nMonthly braille activities provided\nParent resource
 s\nPersonalized Activity Box received at sign-up!\n\nRegister for Braille 
 Babies \nToday’s Programming: Falling Leaves\nConcept Covered: The Color
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:Online or at the Iowa Department for the Blind\, 524 Fourth Stree
 t\, Des Moines\, IA 50309\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
URL:https://iowalibrary.blog/event/braille-babies-53/?utm_source=caldiscov
 ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa Library for the Blind
X-SOURCE-URL:https://iowalibrary.blog/event/makerspace-monday-night-worksh
 op-sparkling-suncatchers-mug-cakes-and-literary-delights
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Lunch + Learn: Tim's Personal Story
DTSTART:20260917T170000Z
DTEND:20260917T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T003652Z
UID:1r4ap3ovqn6orghtchk25s9c0b_R20260820T170000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community,food
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lunch and learn conversation -- lunch is include
 d! All are welcome!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T003652Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Hoover High School – Hoover/Meredith Food Pantry Distribution
DTSTART:20260917T200000Z
DTEND:20260917T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T062318Z
UID:evt-194920@www.dmschools.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Hoover/Meredith Food Pantry Distribution
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T062318Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Public Schools - Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dmschools.org/departments/division-of-leadership-
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Actuarial Science and Risk Management Alumni Reception
DTSTART:20260917T210000Z
DTEND:20260917T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260815T002234Z
UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53701412701014
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of connection and celebration with Drak
 e’s Actuarial Science and Risk Management community. Enjoy drinks\, appe
 tizers\, and great conversations as we honor Darrell Knapp\, BN'81\, recip
 ient of this year’s Stuart A. Klugman Distinguished Alumni Award.\n\nDea
 n Alanah Mitchell and Emeriti Faculty Stuart Klugman\, BN’70\, will lead
  a short program recognizing Darrell’s outstanding career and contributi
 ons to the profession.\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, September 17\nTi
 me: 4:00-6:00 p.m.\nWhere: Embassy Club West\, 520 Market Street\, West De
 s Moines\, IA\, 50266
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T002234Z
LOCATION:Embassy Club West
URL:https://calendar.drake.edu/event/actuarial-science-and-risk-management
 -alumni-reception?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-
 moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Drake University Calendar Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.drake.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Meet & Play Social Game Night
DTSTART:20260917T210000Z
DTEND:20260918T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260824T060943Z
UID:10000771-1789660800-1789671600@therookroom.com
CATEGORIES:community,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Looking to broaden your gaming group or just interested in mee
 ting some new people? Join us for Meet & Play Social Game Night every Thur
 sday from 4 PM to 7 PM at the Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe! \nMaking new f
 riends can be hard these days. Luckily\, at the Rook Room\, we’re really
  good at bringing people together and building lasting connections! \nEver
 y Thursday\, we’re holding our Meet & Play Social Game Night\, where you
  can pop in knowing you’ll be able to meet and play with like-minded ind
 ividuals. Come solo or bring a friend or two! \nWe’ll have tables set as
 ide for Meet & Play (look for table signs with the Meet & Play logo) and a
  Rook Room staff member ready to help foster connections\, suggest games\,
  and even teach if you need. \nWe’ll have a particular focus on party-st
 yle games that accommodate big groups and the ability for players to jump 
 in and jump out freely – though you and your newfound friends are welcom
 e to play anything off our shelves! \nReady to meet some new people throug
 h a shared love of games? Make plans to stop by every Thursday night! \nMe
 et & Play Social Game Night is free to join – no registration or tickets
  required – and all are welcome. Please note there is a $5 PlayPass fee 
 at the door for entry on Thursday nights. \nWhile Meet & Play Social Game 
 Night is a regularly recurring event\, please double-check our event sched
 ule before departing in the case of conflicting holidays or special events
 . \n* * * * * \n\nBy attending this event\, you are agreeing to our Purcha
 se & Attendance Agreement. The full agreement can be found at therookroom.
 com/purchase-attendance-agreement/ \nView our full Privacy Policy at thero
 okroom.com/privacy-policy
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T060943Z
LOCATION:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe\, 300 SW 5th Street\, Des Moines\, I
 A\, 50309\, United States
URL:https://therookroom.com/event/meet-and-play-social-game-night/2026-09-
 17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe
X-SOURCE-URL:https://therookroom.com/event/prism-tabletop-club-lgbtq-octob
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:2026 Multicultural Welcome Reception
DTSTART:20260917T223000Z
DTEND:20260918T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T182002Z
UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52958333292655
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual welcome and celebration of the Drake Bl
 ack\, Indigenous\, and People of Color (BIPOC) including Latinx\, students
 \, faculty/staff\, and alumni. It is important for our diverse BIPOC/Latin
 x students to see how they are supported in their Drake experience. Food a
 nd drink are provided\, and there's always a chance to snap a picture with
  Griff! Please come and go as you are able. \n\nAll BIPOC/Latinx students\
 , alumni\, faculty\, staff\, and allies are invited to come to get to know
  each other and be in community. If you are interested in attending\, we e
 ncourage you to register here to let us know how many to expect. This even
 t is hosted by the Black Alumni Association and the Latinx Alumni Associat
 ion.\n\nIf you can't make it\, that's okay! Please leave words of advice\,
  encouragement\, and inspiration for our students here. Let our students o
 f color know that there's a fierce network of alums\, students\, faculty\,
  and staff that have their back! If you have filled this form out in previ
 ous years\, your response has been recorded and you do not need to fill th
 is out again. \n\n \n\nDate: Thursday\, September 17\, 2026\n\nTime: 5:30 
 pm to 7:00 pm (short welcome at 6 pm)\n\nWhere: Drake University Alumni Ho
 use (2700 Univeristy Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182002Z
LOCATION:Alumni House
URL:https://calendar.drake.edu/event/2026-multicultural-welcome-reception?
 utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Drake University Calendar Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.drake.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Alumni Reunion Welcome Reception
DTSTART:20260917T230000Z
DTEND:20260918T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230230Z
UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52505923316947
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Graduates of the classes of 1976\, 1986\, and 2001 will gather
  at the Rewind Hotel West Des Moines to celebrate their 25th\, 40th\, and 
 50th class reunions.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230230Z
LOCATION:The Rewind West Des Moines\, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
URL:https://calendar.dmu.edu/event/reunion-welcome-reception?utm_source=ca
 ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines University Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.dmu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:SMART Recovery Meeting
DTSTART:20260917T230000Z
DTEND:20260918T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:6et90osup6pfjj7t33g56conr8_R20260730T230000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery is a fresh approach to addiction recovery\, cre
 ated for individuals and family members seeking a self-empowering way to o
 vercome addictive problems. All are welcome!To learn more\, visit www.smar
 trecovery.org
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Valley Sisterhood Between the Pages
DTSTART:20260917T233000Z
DTEND:20260918T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260814T060040Z
UID:10004499-1789669800-1789675200@valley.church
CATEGORIES:community
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 the chance to use watercolor\, flowers\, and jewels to decorate the perfec
 t bookmark to slide into your latest fall read all while sipping on your o
 wn dirty soda creation. Don’t like to read? That’s okay\, come for the
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URL:https://valley.church/event/valley-sisterhood-between-the-pages/?utm_s
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X-SOURCE-NAME:Valley Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://valley.church/venue/valley-community-center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Business Over Board Games
DTSTART:20260918T130000Z
DTEND:20260918T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260825T061016Z
UID:10001817-1789718400-1789722000@therookroom.com
CATEGORIES:community,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a new way to expand your network by building long 
 lasting connections? We want to create a space for you to get business\, s
 hare news\, and build your community here in Central Iowa\, all while play
 ing board games. Join us Every 3rd Friday of the month from 8AM to 9AM at 
 the Rook Room. \nThat feeling of meeting someone new at an event\, before 
 you find something in common and you can’t remember their name without l
 ooking down at their nametag? Yeah we get it. This isn’t that. \nBoard g
 ames boost interpersonal connection by 53% while states of isolation creat
 e a 21% reduction of productivity. So the choice to network over board Did
  we mention there’s free coffee too? We wouldn’t leave your caffeine a
 ddition hanging like that! \nJoin us for the Rook Room’s newest – and 
 FREE – event\, Business Over Board Games\, to leave with some extra moti
 vation to kick Friday’s butt. \nParking information for the Rook Room is
  available on this page of our site. \n* * * * * \n\nBy attending this eve
 nt\, you are agreeing to our Purchase & Attendance Agreement. The full agr
 eement can be found at therookroom.com/purchase-attendance-agreement/ \nVi
 ew our full Privacy Policy at therookroom.com/privacy-policy \nThe graphic
 s and copy for this event were created by humans who can’t wait to play 
 Board Games with you!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T061016Z
LOCATION:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe\, 300 SW 5th Street\, Des Moines\, I
 A\, 50309\, United States
URL:https://therookroom.com/event/business-over-board-games/2026-09-18/?ut
 m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe
X-SOURCE-URL:https://therookroom.com/event/prism-tabletop-club-lgbtq-octob
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:DMU Alumni Reunion — Classes of ’76\, ’86 and ’01
DTSTART:20260918T140000Z
DTEND:20260918T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230230Z
UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_52505947545474
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Classes of 1976\, 1986 and 2001\, mark your calendars! Des Moi
 nes University Medicine and Health Sciences is thrilled to invite you back
  to campus Sept. 17-18\, 2026\, for a spectacular reunion weekend.\n\nReco
 nnect with classmates\, explore campus and celebrate the legacy of DMU hea
 lth care professionals. Whether you’re marking a major milestone or simp
 ly ready to reunite with fellow alumni\, this is your chance to relive fav
 orite memories\, share stories of lives changed and patients served and fo
 rge new connections with the DMU community.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230230Z
LOCATION:DMU's Campus
URL:https://calendar.dmu.edu/event/reunion-activities-on-campus?utm_source
 =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines University Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.dmu.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Teen Hangout
DTSTART:20260918T153000Z
DTEND:20260918T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260821T182320Z
UID:62d7cfaa9f6b9ccf1bb85607bb6e7a13
CATEGORIES:community,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Need to unwind after a long week? Come join us in the library 
 meeting room to meet friends and chill. Play board games or the Switch\, m
 ake crafts\, eat snacks\, or just hang out!\nGrades 6-12. Registration not
  required.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T182320Z
LOCATION:Altoona Public Library 700 8th St SW\, Altoona\, IA 50009
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Des Moines Biergarten
DTSTART:20260918T160000Z
DTEND:20260919T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z
UID:10000013-1789729200-1792364400@www.waterworkspark.org
CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival
DESCRIPTION:Starting as a pop-up in 2022\, the Des Moines Biergarten has b
 een offering steins of German beer in a serene park setting for several se
 asons. Now\, we’re excited to bring a new Oktoberfest experience to the 
 heart of the city. This event\, held in partnership with the Des Moines Wa
 ter Works Park Foundation\, is not just about beer and fun\, but about com
 munity. A percentage of our revenues will be donated to support the non-pr
 ofit foundation that operates Water Works Park\, making every participant 
 a part of something bigger. \nThe new Des Moines Oktoberfest at the Bierga
 rten event will take place within the existing Biergarten footprint and st
 age area\, transforming the space into a lively\, three-day celebration fe
 aturing live music\, expanded food and beverage options\, and a full lineu
 p of traditional games and competitions. \nPlanned traditional activities 
 include: \n\nStein holding contests\nStein racing\nPretzel eating contest\
 nCostume contest\nBeer keg race\nKeg holding contest\nPretzel toss\nOktobe
 rfest trivia
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z
LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\
 , 50321\, United States
URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/oktoberfest-at-the-des-moines-bie
 rgarten/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mental Health Awareness: Grab & Go
DTSTART:20260918T180000Z
DTEND:20260918T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181717Z
UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53861499945375
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Come stop by Pom Stage with SAB to fill a bag of goodies for y
 ourself! All things like stress balls\, face masks\, journals\, and so muc
 h more!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181717Z
LOCATION:Pomerantz Stage
URL:https://calendar.drake.edu/event/mental-health-awareness-grab-go?utm_s
 ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Drake University Calendar Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.drake.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Community Conversations
DTSTART:20260918T213000Z
DTEND:20260918T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:2cp5blmmd1fp8ni10n619ce828_R20260821T213000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Have a voice in your recovery! We =welcome everyone to join us
  in the conversations that will help shape the services and culture of you
 r community center.\nGuests and volunteers will meet to have important con
 versations about topics like activities that are important to you\, ways t
 o expand pathways of recovery\, special events\, etc.\nStaff will be avai
 lable to answer questions and/or address concerns.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Friday Fun Night
DTSTART:20260918T220000Z
DTEND:20260919T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:20a7g63jgmus2nrh8u6sblujv1_R20260731T220000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us each Friday night for free\, sober fun! Activities wil
 l vary each week.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Friday Freedom Train (AA)
DTSTART:20260919T000000Z
DTEND:20260919T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:10f01339ma3haencodgunptpb5_R20260801T000000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:You can find more information about this meeting and other loc
 al AA meetings here: https://aadesmoines.org/meetings/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:SCRUB + Mega SCRUB
DTSTART:20260919T120000Z
DTEND:20260919T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260729T182004Z
UID:10000015-1789801200-1789826400@riverbendneighborhood.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 19 | 7 AM to 2 PM (Mega SCRUB 7 AM to 1 P
 M) Free disposal of debris\, yard waste\, tires\, and appliances. Hosted b
 y the City of Des Moines. \n\nMetro Central Transfer Station\, 4198 Delawa
 re Ave.\nCity of Des Moines Compost Center\, 1601 Harriet St.\nMega SCRUB:
  Bell Avenue Business Center\, 1901 Bell Ave.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T182004Z
URL:https://riverbendneighborhood.org/event/scrub-mega-scrub-4/?utm_source
 =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:River Bend Neighborhood Association
X-SOURCE-URL:https://riverbendneighborhood.org/category/heart-of-des-moine
 s-farmers-market
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Des Moines Biergarten
DTSTART:20260919T160000Z
DTEND:20260920T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z
UID:10000068-1789815600-1789858800@www.waterworkspark.org
CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival
DESCRIPTION:Starting as a pop-up in 2022\, the Des Moines Biergarten has b
 een offering steins of German beer in a serene park setting for several se
 asons. Now\, we’re excited to bring a new Oktoberfest experience to the 
 heart of the city. This event\, held in partnership with the Des Moines Wa
 ter Works Park Foundation\, is not just about beer and fun\, but about com
 munity. A percentage of our revenues will be donated to support the non-pr
 ofit foundation that operates Water Works Park\, making every participant 
 a part of something bigger. \nThe new Des Moines Oktoberfest at the Bierga
 rten event will take place within the existing Biergarten footprint and st
 age area\, transforming the space into a lively\, three-day celebration fe
 aturing live music\, expanded food and beverage options\, and a full lineu
 p of traditional games and competitions. \nPlanned traditional activities 
 include: \n\nStein holding contests\nStein racing\nPretzel eating contest\
 nCostume contest\nBeer keg race\nKeg holding contest\nPretzel toss\nOktobe
 rfest trivia
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z
LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\
 , 50321\, United States
URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/oktoberfest-at-the-des-moines-bie
 rgarten-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-
 ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:House Plant Bingo & Bloody's
DTSTART:20260920T120000Z
DTEND:20260920T140000Z
DTSTAMP:20260821T002328Z
UID:21eb2cde1194b85163cbd079f5962edf
CATEGORIES:community,free
DESCRIPTION:This month we are putting a fun spin on our bingo! HOUSE PLANT
  bingo makes its debut on Sunday\, September 20th!\n\nThis one is for all 
 of our green thumb girlies! Each bingo winner will take home a house plant
 !! \n\nJoin us at 12:00pm for BINGO!! This is a fun and free event for 21+
 !\n-Free to play!\n-6 rounds with prizes each round!\n-Raffle Prizes!\nDoo
 rs Open: 11am\nBingo Starts: 1:00pm
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T002328Z
LOCATION:Hawk Heaven Tavern 805 17th Ave SW\, Altoona\, IA 50009
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:SMART Recovery
DTSTART:20260920T140000Z
DTEND:20260920T153000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:2o4cr62qb7ckrcse1kh54f5i29_R20260802T140000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery is a fresh approach to addiction recovery\, cre
 ated for individuals and family members seeking a self-empowering way to o
 vercome addictive problems. All are welcome!To learn more\, visit www.sma
 rtrecovery.org
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Des Moines Biergarten
DTSTART:20260920T160000Z
DTEND:20260921T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T061518Z
UID:10000072-1789902000-1789945200@www.waterworkspark.org
CATEGORIES:community,drink,festival
DESCRIPTION:Starting as a pop-up in 2022\, the Des Moines Biergarten has b
 een offering steins of German beer in a serene park setting for several se
 asons. Now\, we’re excited to bring a new Oktoberfest experience to the 
 heart of the city. This event\, held in partnership with the Des Moines Wa
 ter Works Park Foundation\, is not just about beer and fun\, but about com
 munity. A percentage of our revenues will be donated to support the non-pr
 ofit foundation that operates Water Works Park\, making every participant 
 a part of something bigger. \nThe new Des Moines Oktoberfest at the Bierga
 rten event will take place within the existing Biergarten footprint and st
 age area\, transforming the space into a lively\, three-day celebration fe
 aturing live music\, expanded food and beverage options\, and a full lineu
 p of traditional games and competitions. \nPlanned traditional activities 
 include: \n\nStein holding contests\nStein racing\nPretzel eating contest\
 nCostume contest\nBeer keg race\nKeg holding contest\nPretzel toss\nOktobe
 rfest trivia
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T061518Z
LOCATION:Des Moines Biergarten\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\
 , 50321\, United States
URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/event/oktoberfest-at-the-des-moines-bie
 rgarten-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-
 ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.waterworkspark.org/harvest-handmade-fair
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Out of the Darkness Walk to Prevent Suicide
DTSTART:20260920T160000Z
DTEND:20260920T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260908T182141Z
UID:0-9748@star1025.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Walk With Us. Spread Hope.\n\nJoin us Sept. 20 at DMACC in Ank
 eny for the Central Iowa Out of the Darkness Walk. Walk in memory\, walk i
 n support\, and walk for a future where suicide is preventable.\n\nRegiste
 r today and make your steps count!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T182141Z
LOCATION:DMACC Ankeny Campus\, 2006 North Ankeny Blvd.\, Ankeny\, IA\, 500
 23\, United States
URL:https://star1025.com/events/out-of-the-darkness-walk-to-prevent-suicid
 e/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Western Gateway Park
X-SOURCE-URL:https://star1025.com/locations/western-gateway-park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:DUiN Noir Meeting
DTSTART:20260920T190000Z
DTEND:20260920T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T002505Z
UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_53869047193686
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:DUiN General Meeting where we'll go over events\, deadlines\, 
 brainstorm headlines\, and keep up to date with the magazine's progress
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T002505Z
LOCATION:Johansen Student Center\, 108
URL:https://calendar.drake.edu/event/duin-noir-meeting?utm_source=caldisco
 very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Drake University Calendar Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://calendar.drake.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Prism Tabletop Club LGBTQ+ Game Night
DTSTART:20260920T220000Z
DTEND:20260921T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260827T060925Z
UID:10000630-1789923600-1789941600@therookroom.com
CATEGORIES:community,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Join The Rook Room for Prism Tabletop Club\, a twice-monthly L
 GBTQ+ board gaming meetup group celebrating the diversity in the gaming co
 mmunity. \nWe’ll be hanging out at our space\, Rook Room Game Lounge & C
 afe\, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM every first Wednesday of the month and thir
 d Sunday of the month. \nOur entire game shelf is up for grabs to take and
  play. Our full lineup of food\, beverage\, and cafe menus will also be av
 ailable throughout the night. \nWe’ll have a section of our space design
 ated for our Prism Tabletop Club attendees\, making it easy to find friend
 s and build community. Choose a table there or anywhere else in our space 
 you’d like! \nSo bring some friends or come ready to make some new ones.
  All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. \nPrism Tabletop Club take
 s place during PlayPass hours\, and a $8 PlayPass fee is required for entr
 y during the event. \nPrism Tabletop Club is held on the first Wednesday o
 f each month and the third Sunday of each month (except during holidays an
 d other extenuating circumstances – please double-check dates and times)
 . \nAbout Prism Tabletop Club\nThe goal of Prism Tabletop Club is to creat
 e a safe and welcoming space for LGBTQIA-identifying individuals of all ag
 es to build a lasting\, supportive community connecting over a shared love
  of games on a regular\, twice-monthly basis. We encourage you to gather\,
  play games\, slay dragons\, piece together puzzles\, hang out\, and meet 
 new friends! As a completely LGBTQ-owned business\, The Rook Room is excit
 ed to help arrange and sponsor Prism Tabletop Club as an accessible and we
 lcoming event. \n* * * * * \n\nBy attending this event\, you are agreeing 
 to our Purchase & Attendance Agreement. The full agreement can be found at
  therookroom.com/purchase-attendance-agreement/ \nView our full Privacy Po
 licy at therookroom.com/privacy-policy
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T060925Z
LOCATION:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe\, 300 SW 5th Street\, Des Moines\, I
 A\, 50309\, United States
URL:https://therookroom.com/event/prism-tabletop-club-lgbtq-game-night/202
 6-09-20/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe
X-SOURCE-URL:https://therookroom.com/event/prism-tabletop-club-lgbtq-octob
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Hand in Hand Mom's Support Group
DTSTART:20260921T183000Z
DTEND:20260921T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260813T012307Z
UID:10003664-1790015400-1790020800@valley.church
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  of children with special needs as we come together to share\, connect\, a
 nd support one another in a welcoming and understanding space. \nWe meet o
 n the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month. \nNo registration is needed—just
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LOCATION:The Gathering\, 4343 Fuller Rd\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265\, U
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URL:https://valley.church/event/moms-support-group-2/2026-09-21/?utm_sourc
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X-SOURCE-NAME:Valley Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://valley.church/venue/valley-community-center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Monday Night Trivia at Hawk Heaven
DTSTART:20260921T190000Z
DTEND:20260921T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260821T002328Z
UID:247c0a953f3a082b83443b3dfccedffb
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Monday for an elevated trivia night experience!\
 n\n \n\nEVERY MONDAY\n 7pm start time\nFREE!!!\nHawk Heaven Tavern | 805 1
 7th Ave SW\, Altoona!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T002328Z
LOCATION:Hawk Heaven Tavern 805 17th Ave SW\, Altoona\, IA 50009
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Bad Company (NA Meeting)
DTSTART:20260921T230000Z
DTEND:20260922T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:9jd0ksu0pvi0topcnpgu7mtkc4_R20260803T230000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a registered Narcotics Anonymous meeting. For more
  information\, please go to na.org.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Alpha
DTSTART:20260921T230000Z
DTEND:20260922T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260814T060040Z
UID:10004605-1790013600-1790019000@valley.church
CATEGORIES:community
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 dly conversations. \n\n\nEver wonder about life’s deeper meaning or wher
 e God fits into everything? You’re not alone. Alpha is a space for exp
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LOCATION:Valley Church\, 4343 Fuller Rd\, We\, IA\, 50265\, United States
URL:https://valley.church/event/alpha/2026-09-21/?utm_source=caldiscovery&
 utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Valley Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://valley.church/venue/valley-community-center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Virtual After-School Program
DTSTART:20260922T211500Z
DTEND:20260922T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260812T182355Z
UID:19108-1790093700-1790096400@iowalibrary.blog
CATEGORIES:community,education
DESCRIPTION:From exploring the wonders of outer space to celebrating the c
 hanging seasons\, every month brings a brand-new journey filled with DIY u
 nique design\, curiosity\, and friendship. Along the way\, you’ll discov
 er hidden talents\, build confidence\, and unlock new sides of yourself. H
 ow exciting! \nWhether you’re a returning friend or joining us for the f
 irst time\, you belong here. Each month features fresh themes\, hands-on a
 ctivities\, inspiring guest speakers\, stories\, and surprises all thought
 fully designed to make every experience feel like it was created just for 
 you. \nWhat to Expect Each Month:\nWeek 1 – Guest Spotlight: Meet inspir
 ing guest speakers and discover exciting new careers\, hobbies\, and adven
 tures.\nWeek 2 – Book Club & Story Adventures: Dive into engaging storie
 s\, share your thoughts\, and connect with friends.\nWeek 3 – Creative A
 rts Studio: Create hands-on\, tactile projects while exploring your imagin
 ation.\nWeek 4 – Surprise Adventure Week: Expect the unexpected with STE
 M challenges\, virtual field trips\, Fact or Fiction games\, and other exc
 iting surprises! \nProgram Details:\nWhen: Tuesdays\, September through Ap
 ril | 4:15–5:00 p.m.\n(9/15/26 – 4/20/27).\nWhere/Who: Zoom/School/col
 lege ages are welcome!\nCost: Entire Program Absolutely FREE 100%!\n– 4-
 week Activity Supply Kit\n– BONUS MONTHLY INSERT – Parent Corner Newsl
 etter (Parent Tips\, Family Centered Activities\, Weekend Recipes.)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T182355Z
LOCATION:Online Event
URL:https://iowalibrary.blog/event/virtual-after-school-program-2/?utm_sou
 rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa Library for the Blind
X-SOURCE-URL:https://iowalibrary.blog/event/makerspace-monday-night-worksh
 op-sparkling-suncatchers-mug-cakes-and-literary-delights
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:SMART Recovery Meeting
DTSTART:20260922T230000Z
DTEND:20260923T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230236Z
UID:1bbbus69asf2mbpthjsajnnntg_R20260728T230000@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:SMART Recovery is a fresh approach to addiction recovery\, cre
 ated for individuals and family members seeking a self-empowering way to o
 vercome addictive problems. All are welcome!To learn more\, visit www.sma
 rtrecovery.org
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230236Z
LOCATION:5601 Douglas Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50310\, USA
X-SOURCE-NAME:Full Circle RCC DSM
X-SOURCE-URL:https://recoverfullcircle.org/des-moines
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Altoona Smiles Smile From the Heart Free Dentistry Day
DTSTART:20260923T000000Z
DTEND:20260924T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260820T182404Z
UID:8a5bfb060ee1f97ecba56d60c049b52d
CATEGORIES:community,free
DESCRIPTION:Altoona Smiles is excited to host their annual Smiles From the
  Heart event!\n\nThey are offering free dental care for anyone in need who
  doesn't have the means to pay. Kids and adults of all ages are welcome!\n
 \n\n	Date: Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026\n	Location: Altoona Smiles\n	Ho
 w to Join: Call 515-967-3046 to reserve your appointment today!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T182404Z
LOCATION:Altoona Smiles 2575 1st Ave S\, Altoona
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:CrossTrainers
DTSTART:20260923T063000Z
DTEND:20260923T080000Z
DTSTAMP:20260816T193002Z
UID:10002972-1790145000-1790150400@valley.church
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Equipping men with the spiritual tools to enhance their relati
 onship with God\, their wives\, children\, church\, friends\, and communit
 y. Join us each Wednesday—in-person or via Zoom—as we strive to live w
 ell and finish strong. \nJoin us on Zoom
LAST-MODIFIED:20260816T193002Z
LOCATION:Valley Church Chapel\, 4343 Fuller Rd\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50
 265\, United States
URL:https://valley.church/event/crosstrainers-2/2026-09-23/?utm_source=cal
 discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Valley Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://valley.church/venue/valley-community-center
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Community Navigator Wednesday's
DTSTART:20260923T120000Z
DTEND:20260923T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230235Z
UID:bc44b9e1df4dfc8cbf8a5f08f4ac01a8
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Caring Hands on Wednesdays from 12:00–4:30PM to meet
  with a Community Navigator from St. Vincent de Paul.\n\nGet help with:\n
 • DOT driver's license written knowledge test\n• Skip the Trip service
 s (approved provider)\n• Employment resources for job seekers\n• Onlin
 e applications for SNAP\, Polk County General Assistance\, and more\n• R
 eferrals to St. Vincent de Paul and other community resources\n\nSt. Vince
 nt de Paul offers food and clothing pantries\, reentry services\, and empl
 oyment programming throughout central and south Des Moines. (Financial ass
 istance is not provided).\n\nCaring Hands 602 3rd Street SW in Altoona\n Q
 uestions? Call 515-967-4533 or email office@caringhandsiowa.org
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230235Z
LOCATION:Caring Hands Outreach Center 602 3rd St SW\, Altoona
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Pajamas With A Purpose
DTSTART:20260923T181500Z
DTEND:20260923T201500Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T002046Z
UID:53d17925f9fe9757a7aa18c5e41beba9
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of connection and purpose! We'll assemb
 le pajama bags for children served through Hope Ministries Women's Center\
 , write notes of encouragement\, enjoy some snacks and spend time together
 .\n\nWant to help but can't attend? You can also donate needed items or gi
 ve toward the project. Look for all the ways to participate in the Event D
 iscussion.\n\nCome to pack\, shop to help\, give if you'd like — or simp
 ly come and be part of the evening.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T002046Z
LOCATION:Lutheran Church of the Cross 1701 8th St SW\, Altoona\, IA 50009
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Trivia Night at Fireside
DTSTART:20260923T190000Z
DTEND:20260923T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T230235Z
UID:a1018bd684f0c6a62f01999a180e764b
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T230235Z
LOCATION:Fireside Grille 523 8th St SE\, Altoona
X-SOURCE-NAME:Providing Opportunity\, Encouraging Growth
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.altoonachamber.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Middle School Wednesday Night
DTSTART:20260923T233000Z
DTEND:20260924T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T192249Z
UID:10004711-1790188200-1790193600@valley.church
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Middle School Ministry Wednesday night is for 6th-8th graders
  who want to have fun\, connect with a small group\, and grow in their fai
 th! No registration is required\; you can just show up! Wednesday nights a
 re the best way to get connected with other middle schoolers who are follo
 wing Jesus. We hope you can join us!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T192249Z
LOCATION:Valley Community Center\, 4444 Fuller Rd\, West Des Moines\, IA\,
  50265\, United States
URL:https://valley.church/event/middle-school-wednesday-night/2026-09-23/?
 utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=des-moines-ia
X-SOURCE-NAME:Valley Church
X-SOURCE-URL:https://valley.church/venue/valley-community-center
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