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Category: Lectures / Discussions
Cyber Crime Awareness ConferenceLocation: Map This Event Electronic Crime Institute of Des Moines DMACC/FFA Enrichment Center 1055 SW Prairie Trail Parkway Ankeny, IA Website: http://www.dmacc.edu/eci Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Admission: Free Description:
The Electronic Crime Institute at DMACC is hosting this Cyber Crime Awareness Conference at the DMACC campus. Topics include children's online safety, cyber stalking & ...Read More
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Category: Sports
Rebuilding Haiti 5k Run and WalkLocation: Map This Event Rebuilding Haiti Committee Gray's Lake Park 1700 Fleur Drive Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://web.me.com/rebuildhaiti5k/RunWalk/Register_to_Race.html Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 10 a.m. Admission: $20 Description:
The Rebuilding Haiti Committee will be holding a 5K run/walk on March 27, 2010 at Gray's Lake Park in downtown Des Moines, IA to raise ...Read More
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COSC Workshop #1: MAINTENANCE FOR A HEALTHY HOMELocation: Map This Event Center for Sustainable Communities Polk County Convention Complex 501 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309-2406 Website: http://www.icosc.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 11 a.m. Admission: FREE Description:
'Maintenance for a Healthy Home' will provide information on how to improve your home's energy efficiency and create a healthier, more comfortable living environment by ...Read More
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Category: Holiday Events
Easter Bunny ExpressLocation: Map This Event Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad 225 10th Street Boone, IA 50036 Website: http://www.scenic-valleyrr.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Boarding at Noon; Depart at 12:30 p.m. Admission: $14 (ages 2 & up) Description:
Join us for a special train ride across our 156' tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge & through the Des Moines River Valley. Kids will ...Read More
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I Remember the WAC PresentationLocation: Map This Event Fort Des Moines Museum 75 E. Army Post Road Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.fortdesmoines.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 2 p.m. Admission: Free Description:
March 27, 2 p.m. — I Remember the WAC, a talk on the Women’s Army Corps at Fort Des Moines and how the group affected ...Read More
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Category: Concerts / Theater
Churchill: A Play in Two ActsLocation: Map This Event Hoyt Sherman Place 1501 Woodland Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.hoytsherman.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 2:30 p.m. Admission: $15 (Adults); $12 (Groups 10+); $10 (Students) Description:
Join Churchill (played by Andrew Edlin) as he reviews his uniquely eventful career, filled with history changing events and people, glorious speeches, pithy comments, funny ...Read More
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Category: General Events
Blood Drive @ Southridge MallLocation: Map This Event Southridge Mall E. Army Post Road & S.E. 14th Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.shopsouthridgemall.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 8 a.m. - Noon Admission: Free Description:
Help Save Lives by donating Blood TODAY! Southridge Mall is hosting a blood drive with the Blood Center of Iowa today in the North parking ...Read More
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Category: Antiques / Crafts / Collectors
Craft Show & Flea MarketLocation: Map This Event Southridge Mall E. Army Post Road & S.E. 14th Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.shopsouthridgemall.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: Mall hours Admission: Free Description:
Flea Market will be near JC Penneys. The Craft Show will be throughout the mall.
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COSC Workshop #2: CONSUMER INTRO TO QUALITY HEATING & COOLING INSTALLATIONSLocation: Map This Event Center for Sustainable Communities Polk County Convention Complex 501 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309-2406 Website: http://www.icosc.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 1 p.m. Admission: FREE Description:
Ready to improve your home's energy efficiency? 'Consumer Intro To Quality Heating & Cooling Installations' will teach you how to save money, maintain efficient HAVC ...Read More
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Category: Live Music / Night Life
Salsa with the StarsLocation: Map This Event Salsa Des Moines Des Moines Embassy Club 666 Grand Ave (The Ruan Center Building) , 34th Floor Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.salsadesmoines.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 9 p.m. Admission: $10 Description:
MARK YOUR CALENDARS to join Salsa Des Moines once again at the Des Moines Embassy Club on Saturday, MARCH 27th for another unforgetable evening of ...Read More
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Category: General Events
A Chocolate AffairLocation: Map This Event Ballet Iowa West Glen Town Center 5525 Mills Civic Parkway West Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.balletdesmoines.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Noon - 6 p.m. Admission: $25 Description:
How can you help the ballet & indulge your love of chocolate & shopping? Plan to spend the afternoon of Saturday, March 27, at West Glen ...Read More
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Public PropertyLocation: Map This Event People's Court 216 Court Avenue, 3rd Floor Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.peoplesdm.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Doors 8 p.m.; Show 9 p.m. Admission: $10 at door Description:
1st show since November!
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Winefest Gala Auction and Disco Ball: A Night at Cellar 54Location: Map This Event Hy-Vee Conference Center 5820 Westown Parkway West Des Moines, IA 50266 Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 6 - 10:30 p.m. Admission: $150 Description:
Enjoy a champagne reception and bid during the silent auction, then enjoy a five-course dinner prepared by local chefs paired with wine. Afterwards, shake your ...Read More
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Central Iowa CanstructionLocation: Map This Event American Insitute of Architects, Iowa Chapter Science Center of Iowa 401 W MLK Jr. Parkway Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.aiaiowa.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=130 Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Saturday Apr 3, 2010 Time: All Day Admission: $1 off with 3 canned food item donation Description:
Canstruction, a charity committed to ending hunger, is making a significant contribution to the fight against hunger across Iowa. Canstruction's 14th annual Central Iowa competition ...Read More
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Category: Child / Youth
Kid's Easter Egg HuntLocation: Map This Event Bass Pro Shop 1000 Bass Pro Drive NW Altoona, IA 50009 Website: http://www.basspro.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Sunday Apr 4, 2010 Time: varies (see below) Admission: Free Description:
Calling All Kids - Join us for a FREE easter egg hunt in the Bass Pro Shop store in Altoona! Just check in at the table in ...Read More
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Summer Camp Fair at Bass Pro ShopsLocation: Map This Event Bass Pro Shops & Girl Scouts of Greater IA Bass Pro Shop Store 1000 Bass Pro Drive Altoona, IA 50009 Website: www.girlscoutsiowa.org or www.basspro.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission: Free Description:
Bass Pro Shops, in partnership with Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa, wishes to invite you to a Summer Camp Fair! Camps from around Iowa will ...Read More
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Nano Days!Location: Map This Event Science Center of Iowa Science Center of Iowa 401 W. MLK Jr. Pkwy Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.sciowa.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Sunday Apr 4, 2010 Time: 9 a.m. Admission: Free with SCI admission Description:
What’s the big deal about tiny science? Join SCI and museums across the country in exploring science, engineering and technology one-billionth of a meter small ...Read More
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Dolls of Japan Workshop w/Yoko TanakaLocation: Map This Event State Historical Museum 600 E Locust Street Des Moines, IA 50319 Website: http://www.iowahistory.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 10 a.m., Noon & 2 p.m. Admission: Free Description: World of Difference Cultural Ambassador Yoko Tanaka will discuss Hina Matsuri – Japanese Doll Making – this month in ...Read More
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4th Annual Malaysian Night Website: http://www.drake.edu Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 6:30 - 11 p.m. Admission: $15 Public (Ages 8 & up); $12 Drake students Description:
The Drake University Malaysian Students Association will host this cultural event with food & entertainment. All proceeds will be contributed to UNICEF. For more information: ...Read More
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Category: Public / Consumer Shows
Natural Living ExpoLocation: Map This Event Center on Sustainable Communities Polk County Convention Complex 501 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: www.naturallylivingexpo.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: 10a.m. - 6p.m. Saturday; 11a.m. - 4p.m. Sunday Admission: Free & free parking! Description:
Join us for Iowa’s Fifth Annual Natural Living Expo.We are the first Iowa expo to showcase natural, healthy and green living. We are enthusiastic about connecting ...Read More
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Category: Live Music / Night Life
Ladies and The GentlemenLocation: Map This Event Des Moines Gay Men's Chorus Des Moines Social Club 1408 Locust Street Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.dmgmc.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 7 & 9 p.m. Admission: $15.00 General Admission Description:
There are some ladies we love in our fair city, and there are some places we love, too. Snuggle up in the black box theatre ...Read More
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An Evening for ElephantsLocation: Map This Event Blank Park Zoo 7401 SW 9th Street Des Moines, IA 50315 Website: http://www.blankparkzoo.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Social Hour; 6:30 p.m. Dinner Admission: $30-single event or $50-both events Description:
Wildlife Conservation Series: Blank Park Zoo is excited to announce two conservation events in 2010! The evening events will feature guest speakers from the International ...Read More
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Gross Domestic ProductLocation: Map This Event Greater Des Moines Music Coalition All Play 615 3rd Street Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.desmoinesmc.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: 6 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Admission: $10 advance; $15 at door Description:
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) continues to be the premiere local music showcase for Iowa bands.
This year's line up includes: JEL Stage 6:15 ...Read More |
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Learn on Saturdays Garden TalksLocation: Map This Event Botanical Center 909 Robert D. Ray Drive Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.botanicalcenter.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: varies (see below) Admission: $5 adults; $4 seniors Description:
The Friends of the Des Moines Botanical Center have rounded up some of the area's most highly regarded plant & growing experts for this year's ...Read More
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Category: Nature/ Outdoor
Rain Barrel WorkshopLocation: Map This Event Polk County Conservation Board Easter Lake Park Shop 2830 Easter Lake Drive Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.mycountyparks.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 10 a.m. - noon Admission: $45 Description:
Did you know that 50% of the pollution in our lakes and rivers is washed in by storm water? One way to slow down storm ...Read More
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Category: Sports
The Harlem GlobetrottersLocation: Map This Event Wells Fargo Arena @ Iowa Events Center 233 Center Street Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.iowaeventscenter.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 7 p.m. Admission: $25, $31, $49, $59, $93 Description:
Coming off the most successful year in the franchise’s illustrious history, the iconic Harlem Globetrotters are primed to showcase their eye-popping 2010 “Magical Memories” World ...Read More
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Des Moines Buccaneers vs Chicago Steel Website: http://www.bucshockey.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 7:05 p.m. Admission: varies |
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Des Moines Symphony - Rhapsody & FirebirdLocation: Map This Event Des Moines Symphony Civic Center of Greater Des Moines 221 Walnut Street Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.dmsymphony.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: Saturday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2:30 p.m. Admission: Tickets start at $15 Description:
RHAPSODY & FIREBIRD-Masterworks 5 RHAPSODY & FIREBIRD MUSIC that...SOARS Joseph Giunta, conducting Christopher O'Riley, piano BERNSTEIN Overture to Candide GERSHWIN Concerto in F GERSHWIN Rhapsody ...Read More
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favorites Website: http://www.civiccenter.org Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 11 a.m. Admission: $10 Description:
Follow the amazing &ave journeys of three of Eric Carle’s most beloved stories retold on stage. Watch THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR’S metamorphosis into a ...Read More
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Auto Races/Practice Website: http://www.iowastatefair.org/events/calendar Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Noon-7pm (practice 12-3pm; Enduro 4-7pm) Admission: Adults - $10; 12 & Under - $4 Description:
Contact Info: Mike Trier (515) 201-5526. ...Read More
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Category: Other
Join Us for a Moroccan Inspired Wine DinnerLocation: Map This Event Tassel Ridge Winery Tassel Ridge Winery 1681 220th Street Leighton, IA 50143 Website: http://www.tasselridge.com Date: Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 7 p.m. Wine Tasting; 7:30 p.m. Dinner Admission: $50 per person, plus tax (includes wine and gratuity) Description:
Enjoy a three-course dinner under a Moroccan-style tent featuring a Moroccan Date and Orange Salad, Couscous Royale with chicken and a variety of vegetables seasoned ...Read More
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Category: Art Events
Black Maria Int'l Film & Video FestivalLocation: Map This Event Des Moines Art Center - Levitt Auditorium 4700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org Date: Friday Mar 26, 2010 - Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Friday: 6:30 p.m.; Saturday 1 p.m. Admission: Free Description:
Independent Films for Independent Minds. Each day features 10 unique short films. All films were selected with an adult audience in mind. For a list ...Read More
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Category: General Events
Relay for Life of Drake UniversityLocation: Map This Event American Cancer Society of Iowa Drake University Fieldhouse 27th & Forest Avenue Des Moines, IA 50311 Website: http://www.relayforlife.org/drakeuniversity Date: Friday Mar 26, 2010 - Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. Admission: n/a Description:
A world with less cancer is a world with more birthdays. That’s the theme of the American Cancer Society’s 2010 Relay for Life. Relay is ...Read More
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Prairie Tractor 6th Annual Spring ShootoutLocation: Map This Event Prairie Pullers Iowa State Fairgrounds Pioneer Livestock Pavilion Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.prairiepullers.com Date: Friday Mar 26, 2010 - Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Begins Friday @ 2 p.m.; Saturday @ 10 a.m. Admission: $5 (14 & under FREE) Description:
The Prairie Tractor Pulling Association is hosting their 6th annual Spring Shoot outinging in pullers from 10 different states. Some classes available are stock ...Read More
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Category: Public / Consumer Shows
Greater Iowa RV and Boat ShowLocation: Map This Event Iowa State Fairgrounds - Knapp Varied Industries Building E 30th Street & E University Avenue Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.iowastatefair.com Date: Friday Mar 26, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $5 Adults, $4 Seniors 60+ (Friday only), Children 12 and under are free Description: |
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What is Easter Anyway? Puppet ShowLocation: Map This Event Jesus Freak Puppet Troupe Altoona United Methodist Church 602 5th Ave. SW Altoona, IA IA Date: Friday Mar 26, 2010 - Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: 7 p.m. Admission: Free will offering Description:
Please join us for a memorable musical puppet production by an award winning puppet troupe. This troupe has 50+ members ranging in age from 12 ...Read More
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Planned Parenthood of the Heartland Spring Book SaleLocation: Map This Event Planned Parenthood of the Heartland Iowa State Fairgrounds - 4H Building E 30th & E University Des Moines, IA 50317 Website: http://www.plannedparenthood.org/heartland/book-sale-29836.htm#info Date: Thursday Mar 25, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: varies Admission: n/a Description:
The book sale, run by nearly 600 volunteers, is known to be one of the largest charity book sales in the nation. Held semi-annually in ...Read More
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Italian Cooking Classes w/Alessandra MeschiniLocation: Map This Event Basil Prosperi Restaurant 801 Grand (Skywalk) Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.cookingwithalessandra.com Date: Thursday Mar 25, 2010 - Thursday May 20, 2010 Time: 6:30 p.m. Admission: $30 per person Description:
Basil Prosperi Restaurant in the skywalk at 801 Grand will provide the setting for 8 different Italian cooking classes conducted by Alessandra Meschini, a native ...Read More
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Category: Sports
Talent on Parade - Midwest National FinalsLocation: Map This Event Hy-Vee Hall @ Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street Des Moines, IA 50309 Website: http://www.talentonparade.com Date: Thursday Mar 25, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: varies (see website) Admission: Free Description:
Dance competition hosted by a friendly & professional staff - no one goes home empty-handed, regardless of age or ability.
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Category: Live Music / Night Life
The House of Bricks Musical LineupLocation: Map This Event The House of Bricks 500 E Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.thehouseofbricks.com Date: Thursday Mar 25, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: varies - see website Admission: varies - see website Description:
Performing at The House of Bricks: Thurs. Mar. 25: KYSER (CD Release Event), GUERILLA HUSTLE, RJ COLLIER, HOOD FAM ENT - 7pm - Ages 21+ ...Read More
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Dueling Pianos: Wiz, Brad Heron and Jeremie MalotkeLocation: Map This Event Blue Moon Dueling Piano Bar 5485 Mills Civic Parkway West Des Moines, IA 50266 Website: http://www.bluemoonduelingpainobar.com Date: Thursday Mar 25, 2010 - Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Thurs. Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Admission: Free Description:
Join Blue Moon Dueling Piano Bar and Restaurant for drinks, excitement and musical entertainment by Wiz, Brad Heron and Jeremie Malotke. These performers will keep ...Read More
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Funny Bone Presents Larry ReebLocation: Map This Event Funny Bone Comedy Club 570 S. Prairie View Dr., Suite 100 West Des Moines, IA 50266 Website: http://www.funnybonedm.com Date: Wednesday Mar 24, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: 7:30 p.m. & 9:45 p.m. Admission: $15 Description: Larry is a strong character with a good delivery & sarcastic attitude. He's the wisecracking neighbor or black-sheep relative that ...Read More
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Category: General Events
Iowa Right to Life Book SaleLocation: Map This Event Events Center @ 7 Flags 2100 NW 100th Street Clive, IA Website: http://iowartl.org/events Date: Tuesday Mar 23, 2010 - Saturday Mar 27, 2010 Time: Tues 3 - 9 pm; Wed - Fri 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sat 8 a.m. - noon Admission: Opening Night: $5; Free other days Description:
Thousands of used books, home school material, DVDs, CDs, Videos, Craft/Cooking magazines/games and puzzles and much much more! Recession friendly prices. ...Read More
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Category: Holiday Events
Easter Bunny @ Merle Hay MallLocation: Map This Event Merle Hay Mall 3850 Merle Hay Road Des Moines, IA 50310 Website: www.merlehaymall.com Date: Friday Mar 19, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: Mon/Tues/Thur/Fri: 12-8pm; Weds/Sat.: 10-8pm; Sunday 12-5:30pm Admission: Free Description:
The Easter Bunny will be at Merle Hay Mall to visit with boys & girls. ...Read More
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Easter Bunny @ Southridge MallLocation: Map This Event Southridge Mall E. Army Post Road & S.E. 14th Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.shopsouthridgemall.com Date: Thursday Mar 18, 2010 - Saturday Apr 3, 2010 Time: Mall hours Admission: Free Description:
Come visit the Easter Bunny and get your photo's taken at Southridge Mall. ...Read More
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Category: Live Music / Night Life
Tuesday Night Trivia 2.0Location: Map This Event Des Moines Social Club 1408 Locust Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.desmoinessocialclub.org Date: Tuesday Mar 16, 2010 - Tuesday May 25, 2010 Time: Every Tuesday 7-8pm registration; 8pm games start Admission: Free Description:
Challenge your intellect...
Challenge your friends... Expand your mind! It's all about the team! With $5 pitchers and mixed drink specials all night! ...Read More |
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Trivia Tuesdays at Blue MoonLocation: Map This Event Blue Moon Dueling Piano Bar 5485 Mills Civic Parkway West Des Moines, IA 50266 Website: http://www.bluemoonduelingpainobar.com Date: Tuesday Mar 16, 2010 - Tuesday Apr 27, 2010 Time: 8 -10 p.m. (every Tuesday) Admission: Free Description:
Get your geek on at Blue Moon during Pub Trivia! Gather your friends & enjoy 7 rounds of trivia, great prizes & awesome drink specials ...Read More
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Category: Holiday Events
Easter Bunny @ Valley West MallLocation: Map This Event Valley West Mall 1551 Valley West Drive West Des Moines, IA 50266 Website: http://www.valleywestmall.com Date: Friday Mar 12, 2010 - Saturday Apr 3, 2010 Time: Mon-Sat. 10am-8pm; Sunday 11am-6pm Admission: Free (ride the train for $1) Description:
The Easter Bunny will be in Center Court to visit with boys & girls. Ride the Bunnyland Express train for only $1! Bunny’s hours are ...Read More
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Category: General Events
Vocal Hero Singing CompetitionLocation: Map This Event Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino I-80, Exit 142 Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.prairiemeadows.com Date: Tuesday Mar 9, 2010 - Tuesday Apr 20, 2010 Time: Tuesdays 7 p.m. Admission: Free Description:
Cheer on Iowa's Best Singers! Vocal Hero is a $10,000 singing competition with a $5,000 grand prize. Tuesdays through April 20, Finish Line Show Lounge ...Read More
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Remembering Hiroshima & Nagasaki/A-Bomb Exhibit Website: http://www.drake.edu Date: Monday Mar 8, 2010 - Wednesday Mar 31, 2010 Time: varies Admission: Free |
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Juried Student Art Exhibition Website: http://www.drake.edu Date: Saturday Mar 6, 2010 - Sunday Mar 28, 2010 Time: Tuesdays-Sundays Noon - 4p.m. Admission: Free Description:
Featuring a variety of works created by 15 students in Drake's Art and Design Department, the exhibit will run through Sunday, March 28. This year, ...Read More
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Category: Art Events
Tim Florer Gallery Show at St. Mark LutheranLocation: Map This Event St. Mark Lutheran Church St. Mark Lutheran Church 1115 Grand Avenue West Des Moines, IA 50265 Website: http://www.stmarkwdm.org Date: Monday Mar 1, 2010 - Wednesday Mar 31, 2010 Time: Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., during worship services Admission: Free Description:
The Gallery Show of Timothy Florer will be on display during the month of March at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1115 Grand Avenue in West ...Read More
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Art Exhibit & Fundraiser for HaitiLocation: Map This Event The Great Frame Up & HOPE for Haiti The Great Frame Up 5515 Mills Civic Parkway - Ste. #150 West Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.westdesmoines.thegreatframeup.com Date: Monday Mar 1, 2010 - Wednesday Mar 31, 2010 Time: M,T,W, F 10-6pm; Th 10-8pm; Sat. 10-5pm Admission: FREE Description:
The Great Frame Up is hosting a special fundraising exhibit for HOPE International thru March 31st to help rebuild Haiti after the devastating earthquake. Talented ...Read More
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Category: Art Events
Robyn O'Neil: The World Has Won. A Final Bow Was Taken ExhibitLocation: Map This Event Des Moines Art Center - Meredith Gallery 4700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org Date: Friday Feb 26, 2010 - Sunday May 23, 2010 Time: see website Admission: $5; Members Free Description:
Robyn O'Neil: The World Has Won. A Final Bow Was Taken is a survey exhibition devoted to the Omaha-born, Houston-based artist's work. ...Read More
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Category: Child / Youth
First Steps Dance Class - Beginning TapLocation: Map This Event West Des Moines Parks & Recreation Raccoon River Park Nature Lodge 2500 Grand Avenue West Des Moines, IA 50265 Website: http://www.wdm-ia.com/parksandrec Date: Monday Feb 22, 2010 - Monday Apr 5, 2010 Time: 6-6:30pm; 6:45-7:15pm Admission: $30 for 6 week course Description:
First Steps Dance classes are designed to introduce children to the fundamental skills of dance at a cost and time commitment that is minimal to ...Read More
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Category: Art Events
NEW WORK AT OLSON-LARSEN GALLERIESLocation: Map This Event Olson-Larsen Galleries 203 Fifth Street West Des Moines, Iowa, IA 50265 Website: http://www.olsonlarsen.com Date: Friday Feb 19, 2010 - Saturday Apr 3, 2010 Time: 5- 7 p.m, Admission: free Description:
Olson-Larsen Galleries will host an opening reception for a group show of artwork by Blair Benz, Karen Chesterman, Mary Koenen Clausen, Peter Feldstein, and Jeanine ...Read More
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Story Time in the GardensLocation: Map This Event Des Moines Botanical & Environmental Center Des Moines Botanical Center 909 Robert D Ray Drive Des Moines, IA 50316 Website: http://www.botanicalcenter.com Date: Wednesday Feb 17, 2010 - Wednesday Mar 31, 2010 Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission: $5 adults; $4 seniors; $3 for students, members & children under 3 are free Description:
Center’s Dome will be filled withightly colored bulbs, including tulips, daffodils, alliums, hyacinths and a variety of unusual bulbs, February 15-March 31. The garden ...Read More
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Mixed Media Mini CoursesLocation: Map This Event Des Moines Art Center 4700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA Website: http://www.desmoinesartcenter.org Date: Saturday Feb 13, 2010 - Saturday May 1, 2010 Time: see website Admission: Tuition $26 ($21 Members) per course Description:
Schedule too busy for a 13 week course? Come try our new and exciting mini courses. A wide variety of materials are used in each ...Read More
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Category: General Events
Dolls of Japan ExhibitLocation: Map This Event State Historical Museum 600 E Locust Street Des Moines, IA 50319 Website: http://www.iowahistory.org Date: Tuesday Feb 2, 2010 - Wednesday Mar 31, 2010 Time: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tues-Sat; Noon-4:30 p.m. Sunday Admission: Free Description:
“The Dolls of Japan: Shapes of Prayer, Embodiments of Love is sponsored by The Japan Foundation. Japanese dolls reflect the customs of Japan and the ...Read More
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ACT: Fifty Years 1959/2009Location: Map This Event State Historical Museum 600 E Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50319 Website: http://www.iowahistory.org Date: Friday Jan 22, 2010 - Monday May 31, 2010 Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tues-Sat; noon - 4:30 p.m. Sun Admission: Free Description:
The exhibit traces the history of ACT, Inc. – originally known as American College Testing Program – to a meeting of co-founders E.F. Lindquist, a ...Read More
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