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LTS (Learn To Skate program) Iowa Figure Skating Academy

Nov 5, 6:00 pm
Location:
Metro Ice Sport Facility 5100 NW 72nd ST, Urbandale, IA 50322
Event For:
Any
Audience Location:
5100 NW 72nd Street, Urbandale, IA 50322
Cost:
$160-6 weeks
Organization:
Iowa Figure Skating Academy
Contact:
Elena Tobiash
Email:
iowafigureskating@gmail.com
Phone:
(515) 490-5148
The LTS Program: Learn-to-Skate (LTS) classes offer skaters the opportunity to work on developing skills for ice sports from figure skating to ice hockey as well as recreational skating. Our classes include a 30 minute group skill lesson and 30 minutes of practice time. Classes are available for an

Girl Scout Registration Event – Join Girl Scouts!

Nov 6, 5:30 pm
Location:
Northside Library - 3516 5th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
Event For:
Kindergarten - 5th grade
Audience Location:
Des Moines Public Schools
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa
Contact:
Krista Garth
Email:
kgarth@gsiowa.org
Phone:
(515) 348-6759
Now’s the perfect time to start your Girl Scout journey. Get ready to go on epic adventures, try new things, and have a blast! Discover a world of excitement with your Girl Scout friends by your side. Join us EVENT DATE to learn more about Girl Scouts!

Go Further Girls in STEM Conference

Nov 7, 9:00 am
Location:
Iowa State University Memorial Union
Event For:
Grades 8-10
Cost:
Early registration: $30; After 10/22: $35
Organization:
Iowa State University Program for Women in Science and Engineering
Contact:
Taylor Bryan
Email:
tbryan@iastate.edu
Phone:
(515) 294-5814
Conference Dates: Saturday, October 26th Thursday, October 31st Thursday, November 7th

Girls Discovering Engineering Day

Nov 9, 10:00 am
Location:
Marston Hall
Event For:
5th - 8th grade girls
Organization:
Society of Women Engineers at Iowa State University
Contact:
SWE Outreach Committee
Email:
isusweoutreach@gmail.com
Phone:
(651) 276-7491
GDE Day is a day camp for 5th - 8th grade girls to learn and experience engineering with the Society of Women Engineers at Iowa State University.

Write Now: Hawkeye Haiku Contest

Nov 15 (all day)
Location:
Virtual
Event For:
Grade 3-12 and Adults
Cost:
Free
Organization:
University of Iowa Center for Advancement
Contact:
Hannah McClintock
Email:
hannah.mcclintock@foriowa.org
Phone:
(319) 467-3398
How it works: Theme: Your haiku must capture an aspect of this year’s contest theme: “family.” Length: Submissions must follow the traditional haiku format - five syllables in the first line, seven syllables in the second line, and five syllables in the third line. Entries more than three lines wi

Capoeira Community Class

Nov 19 (all day)
Location:
1240 66th street, Windsor Heights, IA 50324
Event For:
6+
Cost:
6-9 yrs. $25/month | 10+ yrs. $40/month
Organization:
Roots Capoeira
Contact:
Shalina Wallace
Email:
shalina@rootscapoeira.com
Phone:
(515) 776-9384
Roots Capoeira is a cultural arts organization that provides educational programming for youth and the broader Des Moines community. Capoeira was a persecuted Afro-Brazilian cultural expression and is protected by UNESCO today as intangible cultural heritage.

Hoyt Sherman Place Fall Classes

Nov 21 (all day)
Location:
1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Event For:
Middle School, High School
Organization:
Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact:
Emily Roeder
Email:
education@hoytsherman.org
Phone:
(515) 451-0610
Open Studio: November 2nd 10:00AM-12:00PM 16+ Meditative Artmaking: November 2nd 1:00-3:00PM 16+ Kindermusik: November 5th 10:00-10:45AM 3-6 Make Your Own Dances (Teens): November 17th 1:00-3:00PM 13+ Black & White Mixed Media: November 21st 5:00-7:00 13+

Capoeira Kids Classes

Nov 26, 5:30 pm
Location:
Windsor Heights Lutheran Church, 1240 66th Street, Windsor Heights, IA
Event For:
6 and up
Cost:
6-9 yrs. $25/month | 10+ yrs. $40/month
Organization:
Roots Capoeira
Contact:
Shalina Wallace
Email:
shalina@rootscapoeira.com
Phone:
(515) 776-9384
Community Capoeira classes open to students from all schools. Ages 6-9 are on Tuesday and Ages 10 and up are on Thursdays.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace – twin beds

Nov 30 (all day)
Event For:
3 - 17
Audience Location:
Des Moines metro
Organization:
Sleep in Heavenly Peace, IA-Des Moines
Contact:
Lin VandeBerg
Email:
lin.vandeberg@shpbeds.org
Phone:
(515) 720-6204
A bed is more than just furniture; it's a safe space for kids to rest, grow, and thrive. Sleep in Heavenly Peace provides volunteer-built twin beds for children ages 3 - 17 whose families cannot otherwise afford them. If you know a child in need of a bed, apply at shpbeds.org.

Windsor Wonderland Festival 2024

Dec 7, 3:00 pm
Location:
6900 School St, Windsor Heights
Event For:
All Ages
Audience Location:
Colby Park, Windsor Heights
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Windsor Heights City Council
Contact:
Threase Harms
Email:
admin@advocacyiowa.com
Phone:
(515) 975-5299
Enjoy holiday festivities and create lasting memories including photos with Santa and his reindeer, a magical ride in a horse drawn carriage around town, tree lighting ceremony, holiday movie and many more fun activities for the whole family! All activities are free from 3 PM - 9 PM at Colby Park in

Play In A Day

Dec 21, 9:00 am
Location:
Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Event For:
1st through 7th grade
Cost:
$75
Organization:
All Good Things Theatre
Contact:
Cindy Stanbro
Email:
info@allgoodthingstheatre.com
Phone:
(515) 556-4297
In this six-hour class, Grades 1st through 7th dig into character development, collaborate on design, and grow leadership skills all while having tons of fun and making new friends. Family and friends are invited back at 3pm for a once-in-a-lifetime production!

Recruitment Event For Blank Park Zoo & Youth Corps

Dec 30, 10:00 am
Location:
Outdoor Rec and Wellness Center at Jester Park
Event For:
14-19
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Polk county conservation Youth Corps & Blank Park Zoo
Contact:
sara o'connell
Email:
sara.oconnell@polkcountyiowa.gov
Phone:
(515) 242-2566
Zoo crew at Blank Park Zoo & Youth Corps want to connect with YOU! We are seeking teens interested in the fields of animal science, biology, conservation, education, and/or environmental science. Join us for a few hours of fun and connecting with other like-minded individuals!

Skate DSM Get on Board Project

Dec 31 (all day)
Location:
NA
Event For:
Grades K-8
Audience Location:
Polk, Dallas, Warren Counties
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Skate DSM
Contact:
Norm Sterzenbach
Email:
info@skatedsm.org
Phone:
(319) 431-4045
The Get on Board project seeks to reduce or eliminate existing barriers for students in the Des Moines metro area to try skateboarding. Skate DSM provides free skateboards, helmets, and lessons, to eligible students, regardless of their means.

Taekwondo for Children and Adults

Dec 31 (all day)
Event For:
Ages 5 through Adult
Cost:
$30 per month
Organization:
Two Rivers Martial Arts
Contact:
Jennifer Bailey
Email:
trmaweb@tworiversmartialarts.com
Phone:
(515) 423-0804
Two Rivers Martial Arts offers traditional taekwondo classes in a family friendly environment. We are a 501(c)3 organization run completely by volunteers so our fees remain low. Classes offered year-round. Start anytime! Try out a few classes at no obligation. Several locations available.

Skip the Trip Driver’s Permit

Dec 31 (all day)
Event For:
14+
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa
Contact:
Mallory Riesberg
Email:
mriesberg@bgcci.org
Phone:
(515) 242-7925
Through Skip the Trip, BGCCI can proctor the knowledge test needed for the driver’s instruction permit. We will cover the cost and provide transportation as needed. Must be a registered Club member. Visit our website to register and take the test with flexibility.

A.I.P

Jan 12 (all day)
Event For:
Elementary students
Organization:
Association of Youth Development and Enrichment
Contact:
Preston Bell
Email:
ayde4you@gmail.com
Phone:
(515) 499-2075
The image is a flyer for the A.I.P AYDE IN SCHOOL ELEMENTARY PROGRAM. It highlights opportunities for children to grow in a safe environment, listing activities like arts, educational games, and science experiments for kids, and mentioning trained staff and nutritious meals for parents to consider.

Junior Menace

Jan 14, 5:30 pm
Location:
Ignit Sports & Fitness
Event For:
ages 3-9
Audience Location:
Des Moines metro
Cost:
$60-120
Organization:
Des Moines Menace
Contact:
Lisa Dauterive
Email:
lisa.dauterive@menacesoccer.com
Phone:
(515) 421-7226
Junior Menace is a seven-week developmental program for boys and girls, ages 3 to 9. It is a program designed for all ability levels and we definitely encourage beginners! This is a great program to learn basic soccer skills if your child has never played before.

Des Moines Parks and Recreation Youth Basketball

Feb 15 (all day)
Event For:
1st through 7th grade
Organization:
Des Moines Parks and Recreation
Contact:
Mike Bahl
Email:
mvbahl@dmgov.org
Phone:
(515) 237-1386
Des Moines Parks and Recreation Youth Basketball League is right around the corner. Registration for both individuals and teams is now open.

Silver Cord Service Nights

Feb 18, 5:00 pm
Location:
Various Polk County parks
Event For:
14-18
Organization:
Polk County Conservation Youth Corps
Contact:
Sara O'Connell
Email:
sara.oconnell@polkcountyiowa.gov
Phone:
(515) 242-2566
Join Us for Tuesday Evenings this Fall & Winter For Silver Cord Service Nights. Volunteer, Meet Friends, & Make a Difference In Your Community! All dates are found on the website. We ask you register for your desired date online before coming.

i9 Sports

Feb 28 (all day)
Location:
Des Moines, WDM, Clive, Waukee communities
Event For:
Ages 3-14
Audience Location:
Des Moines, West Des Moines, Clive, Waukee area
Cost:
$159
Organization:
i9 Sports
Contact:
Greg Van Soelen
Email:
greg.vansoelen@i9sports.com
Phone:
(515) 987-4750
Providing youth sports to boys and girls ages 3-14 in volleyball, basketball, soccer, flag football, t-ball, tennis. Emphasis on fun and sportsmanship and learning the game. No tryouts! One day a week commitment. Seasons are 6 weeks long.

Launch Your Future (Paid Internship)

May 2 (all day)
Location:
BGCCI Teen Clubs
Event For:
Ages 16+
Cost:
Free
Organization:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa
Contact:
Mallory Riesberg
Email:
mriesberg@bgcci.org
Phone:
(515) 242-7925
The Launch Your Future internship is a paid career readiness program for teens ages 16 and older. This program will run throughout the 2024-2025 school year with participants being able to earn work skills credentials and a stipend up to $400. Applications are available now and spots are limited.

Shoes for the Homeless, Inc. Volunteer Youth Ambassador Program

Jun 30 (all day)
Location:
Online and in local community
Event For:
13 - 18 years
Cost:
Free!
Organization:
Shoes for the Homeless, Inc.
Contact:
April Hudson
Email:
youthambassador@shoesforthehomeless.net
Phone:
(310) 774-0283
Do you want to help the homeless, earn community service hours, improve your college application, gain leadership skills and be involved in your community? Then our Volunteer Youth Ambassador Program may be right for you! Our free, national program is offered year-round and requires no experience.