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Variety’s Polo on the Green returns for a live event in July

Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa has announced that its Polo on the Green fundraiser will return as a live event this year on July 17 at Powder River Ranch near Cumming. It will …

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa celebrates opening of Studebaker Club

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa on Wednesday celebrated the opening of its new Studebaker Club in Des Moines, the final club opening of the Club Pathways capital campaign the organization launched in 2017. …

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Nominations sought for Iowa Finance Authority’s annual housing awards

Nominations are being sought for the 14th annual HousingIowa Awards, which recognize outstanding housing programs, projects and individuals. Nominations for the awards, sponsored by the Iowa Finance Authority, are due July 1. According to a news …

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Iowa DHS to offer additional financial assistance for child care providers

Iowa child care providers will receive additional financial assistance in an effort to maintain quality child care services for families, Gov. Kim Reynolds announced today. The Iowa Department of Human Services has completed an updated …

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Oktoberfest returns to downtown Sept. 24-25

Oktoberfest is returning to downtown Des Moines Sept. 24-25 for its 17th year, taking place on Fourth Street south of Court Avenue and part of Market Street. The event features live music, authentic German food, …

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Franklin Area Neighbors to unveil mosaic murals June 26

Franklin Area Neighbors will unveil public art installations by Des Moines artist and educator Nicole K. James at 9 a.m. Saturday at Campbell’s Nutrition in the Uptown Shopping Center, during the center’s Summer Art Market. …

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United Way of Central Iowa receives $1.86M federal grant for ex-offender reentry program

United Way of Central Iowa has received a three-year federal grant totaling more than $1.86 million that will enable it to continue a highly successful workforce reentry program for ex-felons that it has operated for …

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Des Moines Global Shapers accepting applications for new members

Des Moines Global Shapers, a local young professionals initiative from the World Economic Forum, is accepting applications to join the Des Moines Hub. The organization is part of a global professional network across 149 countries …

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Iowa National Guard announces return of summer concert series

The Iowa National Guard’s Summer Concert Series is returning to the Camp Dodge Pool Pavilion complex in Johnston this summer, June 24 to July 15. All concerts are free to the public and start at …

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Court Avenue ‘Entertainment Zone’ announces live music lineup through August

The Court Avenue District’s weekend Entertainment Zone announced the lineup for 17 bands and guest DJ nights during Fridays and Saturdays 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., until Sept. 4. Supported by Polk County, Prairie Meadows, …