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Science Center’s stroke of genius – ‘Da Vinci’


As president and CEO of the Science Center of Iowa, Paul Jennings hears lots of stories about the life-changing “a-ha” moments that museums create for their patrons.

Jennings aims to create even more of those …

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Des Moines Arts Festival recognized as best in the world

The Des Moines Arts Festival won the International Festivals and Events Association (IFEA) Gold Grand Pinnacle Award, given to the best overall festival and event in the world. The festival raked in 21 awards at …

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Egel named artistic director for Des Moines Metro Opera

The Des Moines Metro Opera has named Michael Egel to serve as the second artistic director in the company’s history. Egel’s roles include repertory selection, casting and creating collaborations with new conductors and stage directors. …

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Iowa Sister States hosts delegation from Russia

Iowa Sister States is hosting a delegation from Stavropol Krai, Russia, through Sept. 25. The delegation is made up of civic and government leaders from cities across the region. While in Des Moines, the delegation …

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Pursuing the goal of civility


A number of years ago, I started to become increasingly uneasy about the lack of civility in our society. When I joined the Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines as president in 2008, I was …

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Rockettes to rock Wells Fargo Arena

The 2010 Radio City Christmas Spectacular is coming to Des Moines, Madison Square Garden Entertainment announced today. Featuring the Radio City Rockettes, the 78-year-old holiday extravaganza will land at Wells Fargo Arena for four performances, …

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Ballet Des Moines ready for launch to next level


The leaders of Ballet Des Moines say all the pieces are coming together to launch a full-time dance company in late 2011.

By this time next year, Ballet Des Moines plans to begin hiring a …

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An artistic director


Jeff Fleming writes introductions and essays about artists and art collections. He presides over a collection of predominantly contemporary, cutting-edge artwork at the Des Moines Art Center.

And, he appreciates a nice window.

At the …

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Art helps Wellmark fit into new surroundings


Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa plans to move 1,650 employees into its new headquarters by Thanksgiving.

Meanwhile, RDG Planning & Design is assembling an elaborate system of artwork intended to blend the …

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Diversity applications open

Applications for the Greater Des Moines Partnership’s 2011 Diversity Awards are being accepted. Winners of the awards, which are intended to recognize regional businesses and organizations that have taken significant steps to advance diversity and …

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