BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Squares//The Des Moines Square//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Des Moines Square X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago X-WR-CALDESC:Everything happening in Des Moines\, read before it goes up. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT6H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT6H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:D4kpS9TVxqQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Succulent Cauldron Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini cauldro n planter to take home. This activity is perfect for plant lovers and Hal loween enthusiasts alike! This is a self-guided activity that does not in clude admission. Available while supplies last. No preregistration requir ed.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/D4kpS9TVxqQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/D4kpS9TVxqQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8QMniVpjPPk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T210000 SUMMARY:Eerie Evenings LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:October 28 6-9 pm Each October\, The Greater Des Moines BOOta nical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforget table destinations. Experience Eerie Evenings at the BOOtanical Garden af ter dark as the tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House transforms ! Enjoy immersive Halloween décor\, dramatic lighting\, and spectral plan ts. Wander at your own pace and embrace the eerie side of the plant world at one of Central Iowa’s most unique Halloween destinations.\n\nHosted b y Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoi nesIA/e/8QMniVpjPPk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8QMniVpjPPk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Z3_-VxRnLnw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T210000 SUMMARY:Succulent Cauldron Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity this Halloween! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini succulent cauldron planter to take home. This activity is perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike! This is a self-guided activity that does not include admission but can make your visit more fun ! Want to buy tickets to the BOOtanical Garden? Go Here. No preregistrati on required. Walk-up registration available while supplies last.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/Z3_-VxRnLnw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Z3_-VxRnLnw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:e3zQdfC2K_s@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029 SUMMARY:3 Floyds Zombie Crawl LOCATION:Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers\, 2331 University Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:ZOMBIE CRAWL 3 Floyds • 2 Locations • 4 Beers at Each 7 PM — Start at Lucky Horse (2331 University Ave\, Des Moines\, IA) · 4 featured 3 Floyds beers · Costume encouraged · Buy a featured beer here 9 PM — Vi sit University Library Cafe (3506 University Ave\, Des Moines\, IA) · 4 m ore featured 3 Floyds beers · Buy a featured beer here Complete the crawl → Get a FREE 12 oz 3 Floyds Gumballhead while supplies last 9:30 PM — Co stume Contest at University Library Cafe Costume Contest Prizes: Best Ove rall…\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/e3zQdfC2K_s URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/e3zQdfC2K_s END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jg8YqqAdkP4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261029 SUMMARY:Coffee Cup Mix Media LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:In this class you will create a colorful coffee-themed canvas . We will start by building a unique background using napkins\, tissue pa per and lightweight ephemera with layering. Then applying a light wash of acrylic color to bring the background together.\n\nHosted by Catch Des M oines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jg8YqqAdkP4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jg8YqqAdkP4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:PBm2TdZvWK8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T190000 SUMMARY:Carnivorous Plants Container LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Pitcher plants\, Venus fly traps\, and sundew! OH MY! Learn a bout a variety of carnivorous plants\, their bizarre adaptations for surv ival\, and how to take care of them. After this hair-raising lesson\, pla nt up a container of carnivorous plants to take home. Plant varieties are subject to availability. Includes admission to Eerie Evenings to enjoy a fter the program. Find out more about BOOtanical Garden Halloween here.\n \nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares. org/DesMoinesIA/e/PBm2TdZvWK8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/PBm2TdZvWK8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9IdKGFCSpsA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T210000 SUMMARY:Succulent Cauldron Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity this Halloween! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini succulent cauldron planter to take home. This activity is perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike! This is a self-guided activity that does not include admission but can make your visit more fun ! Want to buy tickets to the BOOtanical Garden? Go Here. No preregistrati on required. Walk-up registration available while supplies last.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/9IdKGFCSpsA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9IdKGFCSpsA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:TjbgIaupWJA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T210000 SUMMARY:Eerie Evenings LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:October 29 6-9 pm Each October\, The Greater Des Moines BOOta nical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforget table destinations. Experience Eerie Evenings at the BOOtanical Garden af ter dark as the tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House transforms ! Enjoy immersive Halloween décor\, dramatic lighting\, and spectral plan ts. Wander at your own pace and embrace the eerie side of the plant world at one of Central Iowa’s most unique Halloween destinations.\n\nHosted b y Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoi nesIA/e/TjbgIaupWJA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/TjbgIaupWJA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0SyYDBsEwfk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 SUMMARY:Roaring '20s High Society Dinner LOCATION:Central Campus\, 1800 Grand Avenue (Multi-purpose Room)\, Des Mo ines DESCRIPTION:Des Moines Public School’s Central Campus culinary students c ontinue their Gourmet Dinner Series with a Roaring 20's High Society Dinn er\, featuring oysters Rockefeller\, chicken à la king and pineapple upsi de-down cake.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/ DesMoinesIA/e/0SyYDBsEwfk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0SyYDBsEwfk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:AMkDsqJBs6s@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 SUMMARY:AMA Experience LOCATION:Des Moines University\, 3200 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:As Iowa’s premier local marketing event\, AMA Experience brin gs together marketers from across industries and career levels for a day of learning\, inspiration and connection. Discover what’s next\, hear rea l-world ideas from leading marketers\, expand your network and walk away with practical insights you can put to work right away - helping you thri ve today and lead what’s ahead.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps:// socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AMkDsqJBs6s URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AMkDsqJBs6s END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:HLKY3shfx6M@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:The Ingersoll Dining Series LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Ingersoll Dining Series! Discover a new way to dine at Th e Ingersoll! Join us for an elevated\, restaurant-style dining experience featuring a thoughtfully crafted à la carte menu\, seasonal ingredients\ , chef-inspired creations\, and warm hospitality.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/HLKY3shfx6M URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/HLKY3shfx6M END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:IIBspP28IR4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 SUMMARY:Kenni Falls LIVE at Confluence Brewing LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Kenni Falls will perform in our Confluence Brewing taproom fr om 6:00-8:30pm on Thursday\, October 1st. Grab a beer and enjoy the tunes ! This performance is sponsored by Confluence Des Moines IPA. Enjoy $1 of f all pints of Confluence Des Moines IPA during this performance.\n\nHost ed by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/IIBspP2 8IR4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/IIBspP28IR4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:X85AlcSP6RY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 SUMMARY:Ella Langley: The Dandelion Tour LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:With special guests\, Kameron Marlowe & Gabriella Rose! Doors open:6:00pm\; Show: 7:00pm\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://soci alsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/X85AlcSP6RY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/X85AlcSP6RY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cTCDmUELU2k@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 SUMMARY:Live at CABCo. with Steve Grismore\, Mitch Towne\, and Tim Crumley LOCATION:Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company\, 309 Court Avenue\, D es Moines DESCRIPTION:Live at CABCo. is a free music series hosted at Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company in the historic Saddlery Building. The serie s features local musicians across multiple genres\, with a special focus on Des Moines’ vibrant jazz community. Join us for great drinks\, great f ood\, and great music at Des Moines’ Original Brewpub!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/cTCDmUELU2k URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/cTCDmUELU2k END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jaj2h4Zy1UA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 SUMMARY:The AI Question: Executive Decisions that Come Before the Technol ogy LOCATION:Krause Group\, 1459 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Artificial intelligence is creating urgent questions across e very part of business\, but the most consequential decisions begin well b efore choosing a model\, tool or platform. The Business Record invites ex ecutives\, business owners and other senior leaders and decision-makers t o hear an executive-level conversation led by Mike Stitt of Austin\, Texa s-based Lateral Group.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsqu ares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jaj2h4Zy1UA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jaj2h4Zy1UA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-KKTTexEU7w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T220000 SUMMARY:Boos & Brews LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Oct 30 7-10 pm Each October\, The Greater Des Moines BOOtanic al Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforgettab le destinations. Grab your friends for Boos & Brews\, an adults-only Hall oween celebration featuring local brewery and cidery samples\, live enter tainment\, and ghostly fun throughout the spooky conservatory.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMo inesIA/e/-KKTTexEU7w URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-KKTTexEU7w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:TG0T9Sbalfc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T220000 SUMMARY:Succulent Cauldron Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity this Halloween! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini succulent cauldron planter to take home. This activity is perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike! This is a self-guided activity that does not include admission but can make your visit more fun ! Want to buy tickets to the BOOtanical Garden? Go Here. No preregistrati on required. Walk-up registration available while supplies last.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/TG0T9Sbalfc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/TG0T9Sbalfc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-i9ugbdfsMg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:ChewBOCKa Release LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, October 30th\, for the return of ChewBOCKa! ChewBOCKa\, German-Style Doppelbock 7.8% ABV In the 18th century\, monks brewed rich\, bready bock beers during their long Lenten fasts—a traditio n steeped in brewing history. Always fans of trying our hand at brewing t radition\, it was inevitable that we'd eventually tackle this storied sty le. Our bock came out big\, burly\, and chewy\, hence the name\, ChewBOCK a.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA /e/-i9ugbdfsMg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-i9ugbdfsMg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EPigI1xhtjE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines! Venue: Scottish Rite Consistory Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult Acc essibility: this venue is ADA compliant Seating is assigned on a first co me first served basis in each zone\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps ://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EPigI1xhtjE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EPigI1xhtjE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:X6Lqn7yww9Y@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Merle Hay Mall-O-Ween LOCATION:Merle Hay Mall\, 3800 Merle Hay Road Ste 101\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween with the Merle Hay Mall Tenants! Particip ating stores will be outside their store fronts offering treats. There wi ll also be kid’s activities in the food court.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moi nes\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/X6Lqn7yww9Y URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/X6Lqn7yww9Y END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:XV5l79NCTCI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:#YESKINDNESS House Party LOCATION:Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way Studio #101\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Joining us on October 30th are musicians El’noel and Kub Stev ens. Come dressed as your truest self\, cast a vote for your favorite out fit\, and share space with us! $1 per vote\, proceeds support our mission to create opportunities for youth to transform through art BYOB\, guests 21+ can bring beer/wine. Suggested donation of $20 at the door. Mainfram e Studios Studio #101 Parking is available in the lot south of the buildi ng.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/XV5l79NCTCI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/XV5l79NCTCI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YeGt8JrSOio@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Howl-oween Glow Foam Party LOCATION:Paws & Pints\, 6218 Willowmere Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:IT'S TIME TO HOWL & GLOW! We're kicking off Halloween weekend with a Howl-oween Glow Foam Party on Friday\, October 30th from 6–9PM! E xpect glowing foam in the park\, DJ Brad bringing the vibes\, glow drink features\, tarot card readings and more spooky fun all night long.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YeGt8J rSOio URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YeGt8JrSOio END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:bvMonspu0LY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Saison Des Moines with Cranberries & Spruce Tips Release LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, October 30th\, for the return of Saison Des Moines with Cranberries & Spruce Tips! Saison Des Moines w/ Cranberries a nd Spruce Tips French-Style Saison Ale 5.9% ABV Traditionally\, a Saison should be enjoyed as a respite from the heat after a hard day’s work. Cre ated as an homage to the simple-but-elegant Saison DuPont by our farm-boy -turned-head-brewer\, John Martin\, our Saison Des Moines certainly fits that mold.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/bvMonspu0LY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/bvMonspu0LY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ibnQ9PB2coQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/ibnQ9PB2coQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ibnQ9PB2coQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:m1scz7_Cngc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Fang's Pizza Pop Up for Halloween LOCATION:Fong's Pizza\, 317 E Court Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Trick or Tiki Nights during Halloweekend. On Octo ber 30 & 31 from 8 pm to close\, we’ll host a Polaroid costume contest wi th two grand prize winners (one each night!). Plus\, pick into our Trick or Treat Basket\; you could win one of our trick prizes\, or a treat with a coupon for drinks\, food\, or vampire shots! Fly by to win the contest \, grab a late-night slice\, and test your luck with trick-or-treats. We’ ll see you at Fang’s!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsqua res.org/DesMoinesIA/e/m1scz7_Cngc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/m1scz7_Cngc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:paQQzoAe2Sk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Drake Men's Soccer vs. UIC LOCATION:Mediacom Stadium\, 1427 25th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Drake Men's Soccer hosts UIC in their 2026 home finale at Med iacom Stadium. Purchase tickets NOW at godrakebulldogs.com/tickets!\n\nHo sted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/paQQz oAe2Sk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/paQQzoAe2Sk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qy56E6fhiHg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Charlotte LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Wizard Night $2 Beer Night (ends at conclusion of first perio d)\, presented by 100.3 THE BUS $3 off Fireball Friday Drink Specials The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey Leag ue (AHL) based in Des Moines. They are the affiliate of the NHL's Minneso ta Wild. Ticket information: Iowa Wild offers multiple ticket opportuniti es that enable fans to pick from options that specifically fit their need s.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA /e/qy56E6fhiHg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qy56E6fhiHg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:T__MegJF8Yw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T160000 SUMMARY:Trick or Trees LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Oct 31 9 am – 4pm Each October\, the Greater Des Moines BOOta nical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforget table destinations. Experience Trick or Trees: where you can enjoy a fami ly-friendly\, non-scary day of trick-or-TREEting as we celebrate the spoo ky side of plants. Explore festive entertainment\, educational activities \, costumes\, magic\, and fall-favorite foods throughout the Garden.\n\nH osted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org /DesMoinesIA/e/T__MegJF8Yw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/T__MegJF8Yw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xrZRNCTR67w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T110000 SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays th is Fall! This fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each prog ram participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the in door or outdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™ \, before or after the program\, weather permitting.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moin es Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xrZRNCTR67 w URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xrZRNCTR67w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:s5_nBhvT-V8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T140000 SUMMARY:Museum Highlights Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Discover the vast variety of the Des Moines Art Center’s perm anent collection during our Museum Highlights Tour. This tour offers a un ique journey through our galleries\, featuring a selection of timeless pa intings\, sculptures\, and more. Join our knowledgeable guides to uncover the stories\, techniques\, and inspirations behind the art on view\, and experience the highlights of the Art Center in a fresh and engaging way. \n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/s5_nBhvT-V8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/s5_nBhvT-V8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8RSw-o9eRiw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T210000 SUMMARY:Succulent Cauldron Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Embrace the spooky season with the Succulent Cauldron Drop-In activity this Halloween! Select a vining succulent and then pot it up in a mini succulent cauldron planter to take home. This activity is perfect for plant lovers and Halloween enthusiasts alike! This is a self-guided activity that does not include admission but can make your visit more fun ! Want to buy tickets to the BOOtanical Garden? Go Here. No preregistrati on required. Walk-up registration available while supplies last.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/8RSw-o9eRiw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8RSw-o9eRiw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:BEFNiWfSbpY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T210000 SUMMARY:Eerie Evenings LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:October 31 6-9 pm Each October\, The Greater Des Moines BOOta nical Garden transforms the dome into one of Central Iowa’s most unforget table destinations. Experience Eerie Evenings at the BOOtanical Garden af ter dark as the tropical conservatory and Gardeners Show House transforms ! Enjoy immersive Halloween décor\, dramatic lighting\, and spectral plan ts. Wander at your own pace and embrace the eerie side of the plant world at one of Central Iowa’s most unique Halloween destinations.\n\nHosted b y Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoi nesIA/e/BEFNiWfSbpY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BEFNiWfSbpY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xpRZ_BWtye0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T190000 SUMMARY:BOOtanical Halloween Happy Hour LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Haunt the Greater Des Moines BOOtanical Garden after hours as you dive into the spooky world of plants during Halloween Happy Hour. Fr om poisonous plants\, to bat pollination\, to carnivorous plants\, learn about the creepy and wild side of the plant world from BOOtanical Garden staff while enjoying adult refreshments. Then participate in a live carni vorous plant feeding before taking home one to keep! All participants mus t be at least 21 years of age. Registration required.\n\nHosted by Greate r Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ xpRZ_BWtye0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xpRZ_BWtye0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-5bbK-C0kQ8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:The Halloween Bar Crawl - Des Moines LOCATION:Hessen Haus\, 101 Southwest 4th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Haunt the bars in Des Moines with us at our Halloween Bar Cra wl on Oct. 31st - don’t ghost us! Get Spooky With US This Halloween! Roun d up your boo crew\, show off your costumes\, and prepare for a night of creepy cocktails\, chills\, and unforgettable bar-hopping fun! Click ✅ GO ING ✅ On The Facebook Event so you don't miss updates! Here's What You Ge t: Join a Spine-Chilling Crowd of Spooky Crawlers! 2-3 Drinks or Shots In cluded With Ticket Purchase No Cover At All Bars\, Mid Party\, & After Pa rty…\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoines IA/e/-5bbK-C0kQ8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-5bbK-C0kQ8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:3avnfdZ8CQw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:An All Hallows' Evening LOCATION:Oak Park Restaurant\, 3901 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 31\, part of the Oak Park dining room w ill transform into something a little darker\, a little more mysterious\, and absolutely unforgettable! Chef Ian and the culinary team will presen t an exclusive five-course tasting menu crafted specifically for Hallowee n night\, where every course carries the spirit of the holiday in ways yo u won't see coming. Costumes are encouraged! A prize awaits the best one in the room. Dinner begins at 6:30pm.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nht tps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/3avnfdZ8CQw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/3avnfdZ8CQw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9jZMnsySqPI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Halloween Drag Brunch LOCATION:SingleSpeed Brewing Company\, 303 Scott Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Start your Halloween off right with Drag Brunch! We're teamin g up with SingleSpeed Brewing to bring you a high-energy drag brunch pair ed with stunning food\, cocktails\, and your favorite beers! Featuring pe rformances by Sharaya Diamond\, Robin Graves\, Tyona Diamond\, Domita San chez\, and your host\, Karma Kills. Event Details: Doors Open @ 9:30am\; Show begins @ 10:00am Your ticket includes a seat at a table and access t o the full show.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/DesMoinesIA/e/9jZMnsySqPI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9jZMnsySqPI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:As8WDEwRiog@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Costume Party at Wicked Heights! LOCATION:Republic on Grand\, 401 East Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Wicked Heights Halloween Costume Party at The Republic on Gra nd Celebrate Halloween at The Republic on Grand with our Wicked Heights H alloween Costume Party! Join us October 31 at 7 PM for a night of costume s\, cocktails\, spooky vibes\, and music by DJ Andy Bui. Come dressed in your Halloween best and get ready for a festive night at the rooftop.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/As8 WDEwRiog URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/As8WDEwRiog END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ErA29QwISX8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:The Ingersoll Dining Series - Halloween Brunch LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Ingersoll Dining Series: Halloween Brunch! Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Brunch at The Ingersoll! Celebrate the season with a festive Sunday dining experience featuring chef-crafted brunch favorit es\, fall-inspired flavors\, and delicious dishes for every appetite. Fro m brown butter brioche French toast to savory breakfast classics and lunc htime favorites\, there's something for everyone to enjoy in the elegant atmosphere of The Ingersoll.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://soc ialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ErA29QwISX8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ErA29QwISX8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Vw2po8BH5QE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Spooky Science LOCATION:Science Center of\, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway\, Des M oines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Halloween at the Science Center of Iowa with Spooky Science! Dust the cobwebs off your costumes and bring the whole family f or spooky\, science-y and SAFE Halloween fun. Guests can enjoy hair-raisi ng experiments\, creepy-crawly critters and tons of other spook-ified pro gramming throughout the day. All activities are included with admission a nd are free for SCI members. Costumes are encouraged\, but costume weapon s will not be allowed in the building.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Vw2po8BH5QE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Vw2po8BH5QE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YEtgCI03x_U@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Saddlebag-Or-Treat LOCATION:Big Barn Harley-Davidson\, 81 NW 49th Place\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Trick-Or-Treating for our kids who like the ADRENALINE RUSH a nd the SUGAR RUSH! 10 AM - 2 PM | SADDLEBAG-OR-TREAT In collaboration wit h our local American Legion Riders. Get their engines ready for Halloween Night with motorcycle-to-motorcycle candy 11 AM | WALKING TACO BAR Serve d by our Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) #2253. Fuel up with their walking t aco bar\, including pop and water and their famous desserts. All proceeds support our local H.O.G. chapter.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps ://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YEtgCI03x_U URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YEtgCI03x_U END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:tmC5Efoc-Mg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Trick or Treat: Des Moines LOCATION:City of Des Moines\, 1200 Locust Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Des Moines has officially scheduled Halloween trick-or-treati ng from 6:00 - 8:00pm on Saturday\, October 31!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Mo ines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tmC5Efoc-Mg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tmC5Efoc-Mg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xRb38JxaWg8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 SUMMARY:Des Moines Symphony: Beautiful Monsters – John Williams & Symphon ie Fantastique LOCATION:Civic Music Association\, 221 Walnut Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Revel in the fantastic and magnificent over Halloween weekend . John Williams’ Devil’s Dance crackles with energy before Mussorgsky’s N ight on Bald Mountain conjures supernatural frenzy. Prodigy Derek Wang da zzles with Liszt’s virtuosic Totentanz. Finally\, Berlioz’s famous and fe verish Symphonie Fantastique descends into hallucination and a haunting a nd visceral finale like no other.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps: //socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xRb38JxaWg8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xRb38JxaWg8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qxWGh8xauwQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T150000 SUMMARY:Day of the Dead / Día de Los Muertos LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Day of the Dead 2026: ¡Sí Se Puede! Join us for the 26th annu al Día de los Muertos at the Des Moines Art Center—our largest community celebration of the year. Rooted in Mexican tradition\, Día de los Muertos is a time to gather in remembrance\, honoring loved ones who have died t hrough joy\, ritual\, storytelling\, food\, art\, and shared celebration. The Art Center is pleased to help create space for this meaningful commu nity tradition each year.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://s ocialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qxWGh8xauwQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qxWGh8xauwQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-aA5M_kCiCM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 SUMMARY:Day of the Dead 2026: ¡Sí Se Puede! LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 26th annual Día de los Muertos at the Des Moi nes Art Center—our largest community celebration of the year. Rooted in M exican tradition\, Día de los Muertos is a time to gather in remembrance\ , honoring loved ones who have died through joy\, ritual\, storytelling\, food\, art\, and shared celebration. The Art Center is pleased to help c reate space for this meaningful community tradition each year.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-aA5M_kCiC M URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-aA5M_kCiCM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GErwKgCRuYk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Charlotte LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Hockeyween Tote Bag Giveaway\, presented by BrightWater Home Services & 98.3 The Vibe\, first 1500 fans Trick-or-Treating on the Conco urse\, kids 12 & under Sunday Skate\, presented by Central Iowa Figure Sk ating & STAR 102.5 The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hockey team in th e American Hockey League (AHL) based in Des Moines. They are the affiliat e of the NHL's Minnesota Wild.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://s ocialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GErwKgCRuYk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GErwKgCRuYk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Uwx4TjlZDHY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 SUMMARY:Drake Women's Soccer vs. Illinois State LOCATION:Mediacom Stadium\, 1427 25th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Drake Women's Soccer hosts their 2026 home finale against Ill inois State in MVC conference action at Mediacom Stadium. Purchase ticket s NOW at godrakebulldogs.com/tickets!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nht tps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Uwx4TjlZDHY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Uwx4TjlZDHY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xpnmwHFGrWc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 SUMMARY:Daughtry at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Daughtry – 20 Years Unplugged Tour - with special guest\, Rya n Perdz November 1\, 2026 | 7:00 pm Member Presale: June 18\, 2026 at 10: 00 AM Public Onsale: June 19\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $49\, $ 69.50\, $79.50\, $125. A limited number of VIP packages are also availabl e. Daughtry celebrates 20 years with an intimate acoustic performance! Fo rmed in 2006\, the Grammy Award®-nominated\, multi-platinum rock band Dau ghtry has remained a dominant force for nearly two decades.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xpnmwHFGrWc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xpnmwHFGrWc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1xGFFfolduk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103 SUMMARY:Hope Ministries Free Thanksgiving Meals Reservation LOCATION:Hope Ministries Bethel Mission\, 1310 6th Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Hope Ministries wants to bless you this Thanksgiving! On Thur sday\, November 26\, Hope Ministries will be delivering Thanksgiving meal s to families and individuals in need around the Des Moines area. Meal re servations will open on Monday\, November 2. Reserve online at www.hopeio wa.org or by calling (515) 265-7272 Monday through Friday\, 8:30 am to 4: 00 pm. Hope Ministries will also be providing free meals at Hope Cafe (13 10 6th Ave\, Des Moines) on Thursday\, November 26\, between noon and 1 p .m.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/1xGFFfolduk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/1xGFFfolduk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7cgTXX190uE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103 SUMMARY:Hope Ministries Christmas Meal Delivery Volunteer Registration LOCATION:Hope Ministries Bethel Mission\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Hope Ministries wants to bless you this Christmas! On Thursda y\, December 24\, Hope Ministries will be delivering Christmas Meals to f amilies and individuals in need around the Des Moines area. Volunteer reg istration will open on Monday\, November 2 and meal order reservations wi ll be available on Monday\, November 30.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\ nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/7cgTXX190uE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/7cgTXX190uE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ACbk7O3FVK4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103 SUMMARY:2026 Chrysalis Inspired Event featuring Lynsey Addario LOCATION:Community Choice Convention Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:INSPIRED is Chrysalis Foundation’s signature annual luncheon— a gathering that celebrates leadership\, courage\, and collective action in support of women and girls in Greater Des Moines. This year\, we welco me Lynsey Addario\, an American photojournalist who has been covering con flict\, humanitarian crises\, and women’s issues in the Middle East and A frica for The Atlantic\, The New York Times\, and National Geographic for more than two decades.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsq uares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ACbk7O3FVK4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ACbk7O3FVK4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:JR3wZ6hF59E@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261103 SUMMARY:Dia de los Muertos 2026 - Day of the Dead 2026 LOCATION:Des Moines Public Library\, 1317 East 14th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Latinx Immigrants of Iowa Presents: Day of the Dead in Iowa 2 026 Latinx Immigrants of Iowa\, in collaboration with the Des Moines Publ ic Library\, invites the entire community to its sixth annual Day of the Dead celebration\, a family-friendly evening dedicated to preserving our traditions\, celebrating our culture\, and lovingly remembering those who are no longer with us.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsq uares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/JR3wZ6hF59E URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/JR3wZ6hF59E END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OsS1qQx4Sqg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T190000 SUMMARY:Holiday Sips: Festive Cocktails & Mocktails LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Elevate your holiday entertaining with festive cocktails and mocktails that are sure to impress with Flora Café! Learn how to craft fe stive cocktail and mocktail beverages featuring seasonal flavors\, simple garnishes\, and eye-catching presentations. Sample fun recipes for both alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks that will add a special touch to your h oliday gatherings. Includes instruction\, recipes\, and small take-home g ift. All participants must be 21 years of age or older.\n\nHosted by Grea ter Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/ e/OsS1qQx4Sqg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/OsS1qQx4Sqg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:mKQTONY-6rE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T190000 SUMMARY:Yoga in the Garden LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Relax and re-center yourself with Yoga in the Garden within t he Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Whether you are a yoga expert or l ooking to try something new\, this is the perfect class for all levels. D on’t forget to bring your yoga mat and water bottle. Interested in becomi ng a member and saving on classes? Join here.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Mo ines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/mKQTONY- 6rE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/mKQTONY-6rE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9d79XU_OYxE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261105 SUMMARY:Wild Wolves of Yellowstone/National Geographic Speaker Series wit h Doug Smith LOCATION:Des Moines Civic Center\, 221 Walnut Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Yellowstone National Park contains many stories\, including o ne of the best case studies in wildlife conservation. Wildlife biologist and National Geographic Explorer Doug Smith led the project that reintrod uced gray wolves in the 1990s. We join him on assignment in the park to s ee how the landscape has changed since the wolves arrived\, including nev er-before-seen photos and videos of the quest to bring back this apex pre dator.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoin esIA/e/9d79XU_OYxE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9d79XU_OYxE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:AbPBgOViFHI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261105 SUMMARY:Kitchen Herbalism LOCATION:Iowa Food Co-op\, 4944 Franklin Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for an immersive class led by herbalist Cal Wolfpack of Profound Existence Herbs. Discover how to incorporate culinary and med icinal herbs into your everyday cooking to enhance both flavor and well-b eing. Participants will engage in hands-on herb sampling to build familia rity and confidence with a variety of plants. After the session\, enjoy a thoughtfully prepared dinner featuring locally sourced ingredients.\n\nH osted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AbPB gOViFHI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AbPBgOViFHI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4d-iA7QpjCA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Rockford LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Wild About Education School Day Game presented by MidAmerican Energy School Day Workbook Giveaway\, presented by Flying Eagle Financia l\, The Science Center of Iowa and STAR 102.5 The Iowa Wild are a profess ional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League (AHL) based in Des Mo ines. They are the affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild. Ticket informat ion: Iowa Wild offers multiple ticket opportunities that enable fans to p ick from options that specifically fit their needs.\n\nHosted by Catch De s Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4d-iA7QpjCA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4d-iA7QpjCA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:71R1AWjKZpY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106 SUMMARY:John Ford Coley LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Dinner: 5:30pm\; Showtime: 7:30pm John Ford Coley is an Ameri can singer\, guitarist\, classically trained pianist\, actor\, and author . He is most revered as half of the Grammy nominated duo\, England Dan an d John Ford Coley. John has created many memorable hits such as: “Love Is The Answer”\, “Gone Too Far”\, “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight”\, “W e’ll Never Have To Say Goodbye Again”\, “Nights Are Forever Without You”\ , and “Sad To Belong”.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsqu ares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/71R1AWjKZpY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/71R1AWjKZpY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:G1mgDFjdJNE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106 SUMMARY:Mike Aceto LIVE at Confluence Brewing LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Mike Aceto will perform in our Confluence Brewing taproom fro m 6:00-8:30pm on Thursday\, November 5th. Grab a beer and enjoy the tunes ! This performance is sponsored by Confluence Des Moines IPA. Enjoy $1 of f all pints of Confluence Des Moines IPA during this performance.\n\nHost ed by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/G1mgDFj dJNE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/G1mgDFjdJNE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:eaHTDyWntxQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261106 SUMMARY:Talent Show LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us at Hoyt Sherman Place for the Annual Club Talent Show \, a highlight of our year and a true celebration of our members’ creativ ity\, dedication\, and hard work. This event is more than just a showcase —it’s a heartfelt opportunity for our community to come together\, suppor t our youth\, and experience an evening of fun and inspiration. Don’t mis s this fantastic occasion to see the incredible talents of Boys & Girls C lubs of Central Iowa's kids and teens.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/eaHTDyWntxQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/eaHTDyWntxQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jX3aZSrDHJQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 SUMMARY:International and Comparative Law Insolvency Symposium LOCATION:Drake University\, 2507 University Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Drake University Law School will host the 6th International a nd Comparative Law Insolvency Symposium Nov. 5-7. The event brings togeth er international scholars\, legal practitioners and judicial experts to e xamine emerging issues and practical approaches in restructuring and bank ruptcy law.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/De sMoinesIA/e/jX3aZSrDHJQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jX3aZSrDHJQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jYYOlADROBA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T110000 SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays th is Fall! This fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each prog ram participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the in door or outdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™ \, before or after the program\, weather permitting.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moin es Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jYYOlADROB A URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jYYOlADROBA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:3E1lji7azR0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 SUMMARY:Caity Gyorgy: Rising Star Of Vocal Jazz LOCATION:Sheslow Auditorium\, 2507 University Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Rising star Caity Gyorgy makes her CMA debut! Known for her e xpressive depth\, radiant tone\, and captivating stage presence\, this Ca nadian jazz vocalist brings fresh insight and emotional nuance to every p erformance. Whether interpreting beloved classics or championing new work s\, she connects effortlessly with audiences through music that is both p owerful and intimate. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience an artist whose passion\, precision\, and authenticity embody the spirit of CMA.\n \nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/3 E1lji7azR0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/3E1lji7azR0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:V6joTIh0eTI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 SUMMARY:Weather Beacon Red Release LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, November 6th\, for the return of Weather Bea con Red! Weather Beacon Red\, Doppel Märzen (LAGER BEER) 8.5% ABV This “w inter warmer” brew is named in honor of the Weather Beacon\, a 500-foot t ower that accented Des Moines' skyline from 1960 to 2012. The beacon’s li ght provided an instant forecast: "Weather Beacon red\, warmer weather ah ead. Weather Beacon white\, colder weather in sight. Weather Beacon green \, no change in weather foreseen.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps: //socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/V6joTIh0eTI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/V6joTIh0eTI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:V8ODJyRg9ZA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 SUMMARY:Drake Volleyball vs. Southern Illinois LOCATION:Knapp Center\, 2601 Forest Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Drake Volleyball hosts Southern Illinois in MVC conference ac tion at the Knapp Center. Purchase tickets NOW at godrakebulldogs.com/tic kets!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/V8ODJyRg9ZA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/V8ODJyRg9ZA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:XZKUDCwAoGc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 SUMMARY:Justin Willman LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Justin Willman: One for the Ages Tour November 6\, 2026 | 7:0 0 pm Tickets on sale starting April 10 @ 10am Reserved Seating: $39.50\, $49.50\, $150 VIP* *VIP Ticket to include: Best available seating\, Poste r\, Post-show Meet & Greet with Justin Willman Fresh off the release of M agic Lover—Netflix’s first-ever magic comedy special—Justin Willman is hi tting the road with an all-new tour: One for the Ages.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/XZKUDCwAoGc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/XZKUDCwAoGc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YLtqBjcfmgI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Wisconsin Herd LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YLtqBjcfmgI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YLtqBjcfmgI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:d07IVxjK4VM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Des Moines Holiday Boutique LOCATION:EMC Expo Center\, Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Explore a dazzling array of unique\, high-quality treasures—f rom sparkling jewelry and delectable gourmet foods to the most festive ho liday décor and apparel you can imagine. Discover the perfect\, one-of-a- kind gifts for everyone on their list and support local business at the s ame time.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesM oinesIA/e/d07IVxjK4VM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/d07IVxjK4VM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:x5NLw1j4tlg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261106 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261107 SUMMARY:First Friday at Mainframe Studios Featuring WE ANSWER TO EACH OTH ER LOCATION:Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us at Mainframe Studios for First Friday on November 6 f rom 5–8pm! Explore five floors of open artist studios\, discover new exhi bitions\, enjoy live music and interactive art activities\, and grab a bi te from local food vendors. It’s one of Des Moines’ favorite monthly arts events\, and it’s free and open to everyone. Featured this month is WE A NSWER TO EACH OTHER\, juried by: Abena Sankofa Imhotep and Dr. Negus Rudi son-Imhotep.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/x5NLw1j4tlg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/x5NLw1j4tlg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:clT1_THyW-o@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T160000 SUMMARY:Veteran’s Free Visit Day LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:For Veteran’s Day\, we offer complimentary general admission to active and retired Veterans on Saturday Nov 7 from 9 am-4pm. Thank you for your service! We look forward to your visit. To find out more about our hours\, please click here . Looking for details on classes and progra ms we offer? You can find that on our calendar here . Want to buy tickets to an upcoming event? You can go to our ticket link to buy them now .\n\ nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/DesMoinesIA/e/clT1_THyW-o URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/clT1_THyW-o END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rz3ElKwIHo8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T140000 SUMMARY:“Let Us Gather in a Flourishing Way” Exhibition Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Let Us Gath er in a Flourishing Way: Contemporary Latinx Painting” \, on view in the Anna K. Meredith Gallery and the W.T. & Edna Dahl Galleries October 24\, 2026 – January 24\, 2027. Organized by the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in upst ate New York\, and curated by Dr.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rz3ElKwIHo8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rz3ElKwIHo8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7EuKvN6P97Y@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Flea Market LOCATION:Iowa State Fairgrounds\, 3000 East Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Once a month from January to May and September to December\, you will find antiques\, collectibles\, home décor\, jewelry\, purses\, b ags and more at the Iowa State Fair Flea Market! New merchandise and vend ors added monthly\; dates and locations as listed. 2026 Flea Market Dates November 7-8\, Varied Industries Building December 5-6\, 4-H Building Fr ee admission and parking. For more information\, please contact Teresa Mc Gahey at 515-250-5916 or email fleamarketfairgrounds@gmail.com.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/7EuKvN6P9 7Y URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/7EuKvN6P97Y END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:E_WwJm5FbqQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 SUMMARY:Gary Owen at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour November 7\, 2026 | 8:00 pm Tickets on sale starting April 10\, @ 10AM Reserved Seating: $42\, $52\, $62\, $72 A limited number of VIP packages are also available. Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with his sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moi nes\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/E_WwJm5FbqQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/E_WwJm5FbqQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GIm9-RaIByE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 SUMMARY:Drake Volleyball vs. Belmont LOCATION:Knapp Center\, 2601 Forest Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Drake Volleyball hosts Belmont in their 2026 home finale at t he Knapp Center. Purchase tickets NOW at godrakebulldogs.com/tickets!\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GIm 9-RaIByE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GIm9-RaIByE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:LYombsJs7gk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 SUMMARY:Drake Football vs. San Diego LOCATION:Drake Relays\, 2719 Forest Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Drake Football hosts Butler in their 2026 home finale. Be sur e to arrive early pregame for our Senior Day ceremony. Purchase tickets N OW at godrakebulldogs.com/tickets.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps ://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LYombsJs7gk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LYombsJs7gk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:kG0xLrd8rgc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Women of Country LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Amy Friedl is coming BACK to The Ingersoll after 2 sold-out n ights of her Fleetwood Mac tribute earlier this year in our venue! Dinner : 5:30pm\; Showtime: 7:30pm Celebrate the incredible women who have shape d country music with an unforgettable tribute to the genre’s most legenda ry voices.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/kG0xLrd8rgc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/kG0xLrd8rgc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:CAWRjdwwx3M@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T150000 SUMMARY:Art Spectrums LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The purpose of Art Spectrums is to enable children and teens with autism\, along with their families\, to enjoy the Des Moines Art Cen ter and make memories with art. In this program\, kids\, ages 5 – 18\, on the autism spectrum and their family members explore and make art togeth er. Participants will visit and discuss a work of art in the museum for i nspiration. Next\, attendees make their own artwork in the studio\, inspi red by what they discovered in the Art Center galleries.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/CAWRjdwwx3M URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/CAWRjdwwx3M END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:QvO5_1AiK_Q@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T140000 SUMMARY:Honoring the Spirit: A Day of the Dead Ofrenda Conversation LOCATION:Levitt Auditorium\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center for an exploration of what it means to honor the spirit — of loved ones\, of cultural traditions\, and of movements that have advanced justice and strengthened our communities. At the center of the conversation is this year’s Day of the Dead ofrenda \, created by poet and artist Michaela Mullin\, in honor of her mother\, Felicia Leon Mullin\, and alongside local organizations which are continu ing to advance the quality of life for all Iowans.\n\nHosted by Des Moine s Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/QvO5_1AiK_Q URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/QvO5_1AiK_Q END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YhcT2K8CSPo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T160000 SUMMARY:Art Workshop: German Expressionism and Film Noir Poster Design LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Students will learn about the history of German expressionism and film noir in this one-day workshop. Explore historical posters from movies in these genres then recreate\, fabricate\, and invent your own mo vie poster. Students will also be encouraged to use a monochrome palette to fit the historical themes. REGISTER Des Moines Art Center members rece ive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a membe r today.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/ DesMoinesIA/e/YhcT2K8CSPo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YhcT2K8CSPo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:6X1CwaiyvxI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:A Place in the Sun with Karina Longworth LOCATION:Varsity Cinema\, 1207 25th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The new season of "You Must Remember This"\, called "The Bise xuals\," is about torch singer – and accused murderess – Libby Holman\, a nd her sexually-fluid group of friends and lovers from the 1920s to the e nd of the 1960s\, which included Montgomery Clift\, Tallulah Bankhead\, J osephine Baker\, Nicholas Ray and many more.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moine s\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/6X1CwaiyvxI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/6X1CwaiyvxI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:UGCLs51oFmo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Micky Dolenz - 60 Years of the Monkees LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Micky Dolenz – 60 YEARS OF THE MONKEES - November 8 | 7:30 pm On Sale: February 20\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $54.50\, $64.5 0\, $99.50 Micky Dolenz is an actor\, singer\, director\, producer\, writ er\, radio DJ\, inventor\, and all-around performer extraordinaire\, and stands tall as a paragon of taste and accomplishment in the rough-and-tum ble world of show business and entertainment. Micky is best known as a vo calist and drummer of the 1960s pop legends The Monkees.\n\nHosted by Cat ch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/UGCLs51oFmo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/UGCLs51oFmo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_0XyDM3eWUQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Wisconsin Herd LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_0XyDM3eWUQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_0XyDM3eWUQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:i_WoJjVuwuU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Yomassage at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:True Roots Chiropractic\, 850 18th Street Suite B\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Yomassage at True Roots Chiropractic Sunday\, November 8 @ 10 :00 AM Limited to 5 participants! Take a little time just for YOU with Yo massage! Join us at True Roots Chiropractic for a relaxing 60-minute expe rience combining gentle\, supported stretching\, massage\, breathwork\, a romatherapy\, and mindfulness to help you unwind\, release tension\, and reconnect with your body. Whether you're new to Yomassage or already love it\, you're welcome here! No experience or flexibility is required.\n\nH osted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/i_Wo JjVuwuU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/i_WoJjVuwuU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:pYEkSLIUoas@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Kids Markets at Des Moines Holiday Boutique LOCATION:EMC Expo Center\, Iowa Events Center 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:We are a non-profit\, outdoor farmer’s/craft market where kid s run their own mini-businesses and sell products like handmade crafts & games! Our markets are a unique opportunity for these kid-preneurs to dev elop a different set of social skills\, confidence\, and resilience that comes with nurturing a passion for their craft\, which they can share wit h the community.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/DesMoinesIA/e/pYEkSLIUoas URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/pYEkSLIUoas END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8zQ4fVnLecQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T190000 SUMMARY:Fall Wreaths LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the fall season by creating custom fall wreaths to decorate your home. In this hands-on workshop\, participants will design and assemble a seasonal wreath using a variety of natural and decorative materials including foliage\, dried flowers\, and other autumn-inspired a ccents. Learn basic wreath-making techniques\, tips for arranging\, and c reative design ideas while crafting a unique piece to enjoy throughout th e season. Members save on classes and more.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moin es Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8zQ4fVnLec Q URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8zQ4fVnLecQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8vwJh-6dt0Q@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111 SUMMARY:Everclear at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Everclear – Lucky 7 Tour - November 10 @ 7:00 pm Member Presa le: May 19 @ 12:00 PM Public Onsale: May 20 @ 10:00 AM With support from American Hi-Fi! Reserved Seating: $40.50\, $50.50\, $60.50\, $80.50. A li mited number of VIP merchandise packages are also available.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8vwJh-6dt0Q URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8vwJh-6dt0Q END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ZCSmiytcCPc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261110 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111 SUMMARY:NST 515: The No Excuses Tour Leadership LOCATION:Community Choice Convention Center\, 833 5th Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:CREW Iowa is hosting NXT 515: The No Excuses Tour\, a one-day leadership conference focused on advancing women and community leaders i n November\, featuring WNBA star and West Des Moines native Caitlin Clark . The conference will be Tuesday\, November 10\, at the Community Choice Convention Center in Des Moines.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps:/ /socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ZCSmiytcCPc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ZCSmiytcCPc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0iaDb9vD4XI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T190000 SUMMARY:Restorative Yoga in the Garden LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Need a restorative break before heading into the holiday seas on? Learn to un-rush\, unwind\, and understand the self through guided mi nd\, breath\, and body connections. This restorative Yoga in the Garden s ession takes place in the Botanical Garden’s lush atmosphere. Through the support of props like bolsters\, blocks\, and blankets\, you’ll navigate the true art of surrender. As a result you will reduce stress and releas e tension.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://so cialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0iaDb9vD4XI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0iaDb9vD4XI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:O_vTJYPxfjM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T200000 SUMMARY:“Hopper: An American Love Story” at the Varsity Cinema LOCATION:Varsity Cinema\, 1207 25th St\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Art lovers are invited to join at the Varsity Cinema for a sc reening of the film “Hopper: An American Love Story.” Before the showing\ , Senior Curator Laura Burkhalter will introduce the film and discuss Edw ard Hopper’s work\, including the works in the Art Center’s permanent col lection.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/ DesMoinesIA/e/O_vTJYPxfjM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/O_vTJYPxfjM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:l3fdZMWbRdw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112 SUMMARY:November Pride Book Club: Chosen Family By Madeline Gray LOCATION:The Little Book\, 520 Euclid Avenue Suite 102\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us to discuss this exuberant and irreverently funny nove l about one gorgeously messy friendship-feud-unrequited-love-affair set i n Sydney across eighteen years. Nell Argall and Eve Bowman are both brill iant\, odd\, and friendless. When they meet on the brutal battlefield tha t is their posh all girls’ high school during their first year there\, bo th their lives are changed forever.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttp s://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/l3fdZMWbRdw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/l3fdZMWbRdw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:31kMh_su_sM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 SUMMARY:Chris Falcon LIVE at Confluence Brewing LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Chris Falcon will perform in our Confluence Brewing taproom f rom 6:00-8:30pm on Thursday\, November 12th. Grab a beer and enjoy the tu nes! This performance is sponsored by Confluence Des Moines IPA. Enjoy $1 off all pints of Confluence Des Moines IPA during this performance.\n\nH osted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/31kM h_su_sM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/31kMh_su_sM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Gw8CI4NVT5Y@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 SUMMARY:Women's Business Hackathon · Iowa LOCATION:Elevator Des Moines\, 204 12th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Forty Iowa women founders\, eight tables\, one day! At 9:00am each table of five gets one real small business problem\, and by 2:00pm it has a working solution. Within 30 days all eight go live on Tangram\, and every attendee gets every one. Themes: getting paid\, finding custome rs and getting time back. Doors open at 8:30am\; out by 2:45pm for school pickup! Lunch and coffee included\, and $2\,500 in prizes goes to the ta bles. Runs every quarter.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://social squares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Gw8CI4NVT5Y URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Gw8CI4NVT5Y END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:HNeBuay7T_c@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 SUMMARY:Beer Pairing Dinner with Barn Town Brewing and Rollins Mansion LOCATION:Rollins Mansion\, 2801 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us November 12 for an intimate five-course pairing dinne r featuring Chef Jacob with Crafted Food Services and Barn Town Brewing. Each course will be thoughtfully paired with a Barn Town beer. The evenin g will feature a mix of Barn Town favorites and two special beers making their first appearance at this dinner. One is being made exclusively for this event\, while the other will be available at the dinner before being released at Barn Town Brewing.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps:// socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/HNeBuay7T_c URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/HNeBuay7T_c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:PKvNF8961oo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Queen of the Night! Remembering Whitney LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Queen of the Night! Remembering Whitney is a powerhouse live tribute that ignites the stage with the voice\, spirit\, and legacy of on e of music’s greatest icons. Starring the electrifying Trina Johnson Finn \, this 90-minute production delivers a stunning\, high-energy journey th rough Whitney Houston’s most beloved hits\, brought to life with breathta king vocals\, vibrant choreography\, and a full live band.\n\nHosted by C atch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/PKvNF8961oo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/PKvNF8961oo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ZL0q_tP6NfY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 SUMMARY:Postmodern Jukebox LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox November 12\, 2026 | 8:00 pm Member Presale: May 7\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Public Onsale: May 8\, 2026 a t 10:00 AM The Future Is Vintage World Tour Reserved Seating: $49\, $59\, $69\, $79 A limited number of VIP merchandise packages are also availabl e. Postmodern Jukebox is an internationally acclaimed music collective fa med for their signature time-twisting style\, transforming some of our mo st loved songs into dazzling vintage masterpieces.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ZL0q_tP6NfY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ZL0q_tP6NfY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:oW9zyN3BhRY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 SUMMARY:The Crafted Pour/5 Course Pairing Dinner with Barn Town Brewing LOCATION:Rollins Mansion\, 2801 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:An intimate five-course beer pairing dinner with Chef Jacob a nd Barn Town Brewing. On November 12\, The Lodge at Rollins Mansion becom es the setting for an evening built around great food\, thoughtfully sele cted beer\, and the art of pairing the two together. Chef Jacob will serv e a five-course dinner\, with each course paired with a beer from Barn To wn Brewing. The lineup includes some familiar favorites alongside two exc lusive beers making their debut at this dinner.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Mo ines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/oW9zyN3BhRY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/oW9zyN3BhRY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xQ_z6mk74Q8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261113 SUMMARY:Iowa Women's Business Hackathon LOCATION:Elevator\, 204 12th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Forty women business owners\, eight tables\, one day. Each ta ble takes on a real small business problem coming in 2027 (getting paid\, finding customers\, running a one-founder company\, working with fractio nal teams) and builds a working solution by the end of the day. Every att endee leaves with all eight solutions. Accelerator founders and longtime main-street\, farm and service business owners work side by side\, and be ginners are welcome. Doors at 8:30am\, done by 2:45pm so moms can make pi ckup.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/xQ_z6mk74Q8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xQ_z6mk74Q8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nJaaTUqzwes@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T210000 SUMMARY:Champagne & Chocolate 26 LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Champagne & Chocolate is the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gar den’s premier annual fundraising gala and a sparkling start to the holida y season. Enjoy an evening of champagne\, chocolate\, live entertainment\ , and festive experiences surrounded by the Garden’s lush tropical collec tions. Be among the first to experience the season’s Dome for the Holiday s light display while gathering with friends and celebrating the impact o f the Botanical Garden.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\ n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nJaaTUqzwes URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nJaaTUqzwes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1ztbW7rmbXg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:An Evening with Nashville Americana Duo Goldpine LOCATION:xBk Live Annex\, 1159 24th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Bold + gold harmonies straight from Nashville. Winner of the Rocky Mountain Songwriter Contest and seen on NPR's 'Mountain Stage with Kathy Mattea' and the KC Chiefs National Anthem\, Goldpine's brand of “ag gressive Americana” is a flawless channel for their bold and reminiscent compositions. Husband and wife of 16 years\, Goldpine has just released t heir third album\, appropriately titled Three\, which collects stories of sorrow\, tested-love and space-trips.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/1ztbW7rmbXg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/1ztbW7rmbXg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9SvOKRv61wU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Gray's Lake Nessie (Hazelnut Coffee) Release LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, November 13th\, for the return of Gray's Lak e Nessie (Hazelnut Coffee) Gray’s Lake Nessie (Hazelnut Coffee) Scottish Ale w/ Coffee & Hazelnut Extract 5.4% ABV Every now and then we all need a little something to brighten the day—and Scottish lake monsters living in Des Moines are no exception to the rule! In that spirit\, we decided t o perk up our beloved Nessie with the addition of cold brewed hazelnut co ffee from our friends over at Friedrichs.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n \nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9SvOKRv61wU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9SvOKRv61wU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:AwZI2Hty8xM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Saint Nick's Release LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us Friday\, November 13th\, for the return of Saint Nick 's. Saint Nick’s\, Gingerbread-Inspired Ale 6.0% ABV It’s the most wonder ful time of year\, and often the most hectic\, too. So we’ve bundled up t his 4-pack of goodies just for you! After nestling a sweet\, biscuity\, b rown ale all snug in its fermenter\, we ensured that visions of warming g inger\, rich vanilla\, and aromatic baking spices danced in its head.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AwZ I2Hty8xM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AwZI2Hty8xM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DHv8emINCjg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Grand Rapids LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Local Heroes Night Winter Touchscreen Gloves Giveaway\, first 1500 fans $2 Beer Night (ends at conclusion of first period)\, presented by 100.3 THE BUS $3 off Fireball Friday Drink Specials The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League (AHL) based in Des Moines. They are the affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild. Ticke t information: Iowa Wild offers multiple ticket opportunities that enable fans to pick from options that specifically fit their needs.\n\nHosted b y Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DHv8emINCjg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DHv8emINCjg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ETl7fD9UEik@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:The Princess and the Pea/Ages 4-6 LOCATION:Des Moines Playhouse\, 831 42nd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Three Performances to pick from! 9:30am\, 10:45am and 1:30pm. Can true courage and kindness be felt through 20 mattresses? Join Edgar Allan Crow and the Adventure Clubhouse at The Playhouse crew as they dram atize a favorite story using their imaginations and the costume pieces an d props they find in their magic trunk. Adventure Clubhouse is a creative \, participatory story theatre program for children 4-6 years old and the ir adults.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/ETl7fD9UEik URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ETl7fD9UEik END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GTR_brpTcJI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Larry Fleet LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Larry Fleet November 13\, 2026 | 7:30 pm Public Onsale: July 16\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $35\, $45\, $55 Raised on faith\, family\, and working hard\, Larry Fleet’s honest and relatable lyrics ar e based on a life worth living. With a deep\, soulful voice\, the platinu m singer/songwriter — he co-wrote Morgan Wallen and Eric Church’s #1 sing le\, “Man Made A Bar” — has a new self-produced album out\, Another Year Older\, and is selling out shows in the U.S. and across the world.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GTR_br pTcJI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GTR_brpTcJI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:VVrPkUD31Do@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Santa's Holiday Escape LOCATION:Des Moines Marriott Downtown\, 700 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with Santa's Holiday Escape Package! Enj oy a hot cocoa and holiday cookie welcome amenity\, festive holiday-theme d suite décor\, a special letter-writing kit for Santa\, and breakfast fo r up to two adults and two children at Rock River Grill. Create magical m emories together in the comfort of a spacious holiday suite.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/VVrPkUD31Do URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/VVrPkUD31Do END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:VnrbKlcOvQ8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Dinner in the Greenhouse LOCATION:City of Des Moines Greenhouse\, 1553 Maury Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of Des Moines Parks for an unforgettable evening at Dinner in the Greenhouse\, a one-of-a-kind fundraising event celebrat ing community and supporting Des Moines' green spaces. Set within the Cit y of Des Moines Greenhouse amidst a sea of poinsettias\, guests will enjo y a four-course\, farm-to-table dinner by local chefs Grant Gillon and Aa ron Holt\, expertly paired with fine wines by sommelier Sarah Pritchard.\ n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ VnrbKlcOvQ8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/VnrbKlcOvQ8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_rAYDcHfUlw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Wild Soul Book Club LOCATION:Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way #332\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Wild Soul Book Club — Communion: The Female Search for Love b y bell hooks Communion: The Female Search for Love by bell hooks Step int o story\, stillness\, and community. The Wild Soul Book Club is a gatheri ng for those who crave connection\, reflection\, and a return to self. Th is circle is a space to connect with others on a similar journey of perso nal growth\, to slow down\, look inward\, and share the pages that move u s.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA /e/_rAYDcHfUlw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_rAYDcHfUlw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:fsT9ooHIlHo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Free Dental Clinic LOCATION:Iowa State Fairgrounds\, Richard O. Jacobson Exhibition Center\, E 30th Street & E University Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Mission of Mercy will host a free two-day dental cli nic at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in November! Hundreds of dental profess ionals in Iowa are donating their time and supplies to provide care for I owans who need dental services. Cleanings\, extractions\, fillings\, and root canals will be offered on a first-come\, first-served basis at no co st. The clinic begins at 6:00am on Friday\, November 13\, at the Jacobson Exhibition Center.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquare s.org/DesMoinesIA/e/fsT9ooHIlHo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/fsT9ooHIlHo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:g3q4JLOePKk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261114 SUMMARY:Mistletoe & Memories Getaway LOCATION:Des Moines Marriott Downtown\, 700 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Make this holiday season unforgettable with the Mistletoe & M emories Getaway. Enjoy an elevated suite stay\, festive seasonal experien ces\, and exclusive holiday inclusions designed to create lasting memorie s. From cozy moments to celebratory dining\, escape to a magical winter r etreat perfect for couples\, friends\, and family.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/g3q4JLOePKk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/g3q4JLOePKk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KSYs_w25kKY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T140000 SUMMARY:Social Saturday: Friendsgiving LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s November Social Saturday eve nt: Friendsgiving! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios\, a scavenger h unt\, a guided tour\, storytime\, treats in the Art Center Café\, and so much more. Schedule of Events: 11:15 – 11:30 am | Storytime (all ages) Le vitt Auditorium 12 – 2 pm | A Taste of ReelAbilities film screening The R eelAbilities Film Festival is the largest festival in the US dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives\, stories\, and artist ic…\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMo inesIA/e/KSYs_w25kKY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KSYs_w25kKY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:arnqpgcPpIA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T140000 SUMMARY:Celebrating Community Access Programming LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate 26 years of the Des Moines Art Center’s Community A ccess Program (CAP)! In conjunction with Social Saturday: Friendsgiving o n November 14\, we’re celebrating with an exhibition featuring the works of our talented teaching artists who make these programs possible. See th eir work on view in the Macomber Lobby during Social Saturday. Artworks w ill also be on display throughout the month of November (November 10 – 30 \, 2026) in the Adrienne and Charles Herbert Galleries\, Education Wing.\ n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoines IA/e/arnqpgcPpIA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/arnqpgcPpIA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8DVhaRVZikE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T140000 SUMMARY:A Taste of ReelAbilities LOCATION:Levitt Auditorium\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The ReelAbilities Film Festival is the largest festival in th e US dedicated to promoting awareness and appreciation of the lives\, sto ries\, and artistic expressions of people with disabilities. Founded in N ew York City in 2007\, the festival presents international and award-winn ing films by and about people with disabilities in multiple locations thr oughout each hosting city.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps:// socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8DVhaRVZikE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8DVhaRVZikE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:3Q6wO-K3lvs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/3Q6wO-K3lvs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/3Q6wO-K3lvs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:I1-KdeE0794@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Holiday Maker's Market LOCATION:Glad Tidings Assembly of God\, 314 East Army Post Road\, DES MOI NES DESCRIPTION:Get started on your Christmas shopping and help support a sma ll business! Over 30 vendors of handmade\, direct sales and homemade bake sale.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoin esIA/e/I1-KdeE0794 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/I1-KdeE0794 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Ix6eL6b_-38@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Des Moines Community Baby Shower LOCATION:Drake University\, 2875 University Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Healthy Birth Day's 2026 Des Moines Community Bab y Shower\, supported by Wellpoint & Hy-Vee! This in-person event is being hosted by the team at Healthy Birth Day\, Inc. (creators of Count the Ki cks) so that expectant parents in Greater Des Moines feel celebrated and loved during their pregnancy journey. Our goal is to equip expectant pare nts with the knowledge and tools needed to have a healthy pregnancy.\n\nH osted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Ix6e L6b_-38 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Ix6eL6b_-38 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KAH9YoSC6h8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Perfume & Petals LOCATION:Petals & Moss\, 333 East Grand Avenue #102\, Des moines DESCRIPTION:I’m so excited to be hosting my first-ever floral workshop wi th @petals_and_moss_dsm! If you’ve been wanting to experience our perfume bar and flowers together\, this is your chance! Join us for Perfume & Pe tals\, a cozy pre-Thanksgiving evening of blooms\, fragrance\, and good v ibes.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/KAH9YoSC6h8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KAH9YoSC6h8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:LZKNQa-ZJ4M@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Weary Ramblers LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Award-winning Iowa Americana duo\, Weary Ramblers bring years of experience to the stage with Chad Elliott on guitar and Kathryn Sever ing Fox on fiddle\, mandolin and more. Iowa Public Radio said\, “Weary Ra mblers are nothing short of an Iowa-based super duo.” Chad Elliott blends folk roots and soulful writing to deliver an original sound with over tw o decades of being on the road. Elliott is lauded as “Iowa’s Renaissance man” by Culture Buzz Magazine.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://s ocialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LZKNQa-ZJ4M URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LZKNQa-ZJ4M END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:dnjpXWeNv3Q@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Mindful Yoga with a View LOCATION:Easter Lake Park\, 2816 Shoreline Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:This hatha-style yoga class is designed for participants expl oring yoga for the first time\, as well as for continuing participants wh o want to enhance their skills and dive deeper into the nuances of a holi stic yoga practice. Explore essential yoga poses while connecting to the mind and breath. Build strength\, flexibility\, and a greater sense of in ner stillness. Come and learn something new while feeling immersed in nat ure.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoines IA/e/dnjpXWeNv3Q URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/dnjpXWeNv3Q END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:i_kez2sJGGc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:2026 LGBTQ+ Adult Prom LOCATION:Bash Events & Catering\, 1312 Locust Street #101\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sparkle under the lights at Diamond Disco\, the 2026 LGBTQ+ Adult Prom! We're bringing the glam with a night inspired by the disco era—think sequins\, rhinestones\, bold style\, great music\, an d a dance floor full of community. Whether you're channeling Studio 54 or creating your own look\, this is your chance to shine. Your ticket inclu des dinner\, a welcome drink\, dancing\, and a night to remember with fri ends old and new.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares. org/DesMoinesIA/e/i_kez2sJGGc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/i_kez2sJGGc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:t6dwFeZc0vA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Derrick Stroup LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Derrick Stroup: Running Hot Tour November 14\, 2026 | 7:00 pm On Sale: March 13\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $25\, $39\, $59\, $159 VIP* *VIP Includes: One Top Price Reserved Ticket in best available seating\; One Meet & Greet with Derrick after the show Alabama native\, Waffle House enthusiast\, and stand-up comedian Derrick Stroup is not you r average slow talking Southerner. With the cadence of an angry auctionee r\, he locks people in with his detailed stories and over the top energy. \n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e /t6dwFeZc0vA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/t6dwFeZc0vA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RXm8lzGKbjQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261115T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/RXm8lzGKbjQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/RXm8lzGKbjQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4B6wJ7cGHXQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 SUMMARY:Kids Color Pencil Animals LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Students will explore the colorful world of animal art in thi s fun and creative colored pencil drawing class! Students will learn basi c drawing techniques\, shading\, blending\, and texture while creating th eir favorite animals step-by-step.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps ://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4B6wJ7cGHXQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4B6wJ7cGHXQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Md_H-783yrM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 SUMMARY:CJC Big Band presents Toot Suite LOCATION:New Hope Methodist Church\, 4525 Beaver Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Community Jazz Center (CJC) Big Band features its all sta r trumpet section at its November Concert! You'll hear all the high notes and low notes\, growls and blasts that the trumpeters have perfected in an afternoon of classic big band jazz. Sponsored by the Community Jazz Ce nter of Greater Des Moines\, the band's monthly concerts are free and ope n to the public.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/DesMoinesIA/e/Md_H-783yrM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Md_H-783yrM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:fJVFR0Vi9Vg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 SUMMARY:Kids Cupcake Decorating: 101 LOCATION:Molly's Frozen\, Historic East Village 322 E Court Avenue\, Suit e 105\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Calling ALL kiddos - we're rolling up our sleeves and making one heck of a mess in our Cupcake Decorating Classes! Each class includes a beverage\, a chef's hat to decorate\, a "Molly's Cupcakes" patch and a tutorial on filling\, frosting and decorating four cupcakes. General age requirement is 6-14-years-old. Adult supervision is required for individ uals younger than 6-years-old. Gluten-Free and Vegan options are availabl e. If either of these are chosen\, design modifications may need to be ma de.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/fJVFR0Vi9Vg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/fJVFR0Vi9Vg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rpKGd2nHxaM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 SUMMARY:Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Creighton Bluejays LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:For a second straight season\, the University of Iowa men’s b asketball team will play at the Casey’s Center in Des Moines\, facing Cre ighton in a neutral site game on Sunday\, November 15! Time TBA. “We’re e xcited to bring our team to Des Moines for a second straight year\,” said Iowa head coach Ben McCollum\, who led the Hawkeyes to the Elite Eight – a first for the program since 1987 -- in his first season in Iowa City.\ n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ rpKGd2nHxaM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rpKGd2nHxaM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ufxQhWMEUYI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116 SUMMARY:Kids Landscapes LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Young artists will explore the beauty of nature as they creat e their own colorful acrylic landscape painting. Students will learn basi c painting techniques\, including color mixing\, blending\, and creating depth\, while expressing their creativity on canvas.\n\nHosted by Catch D es Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ufxQhWMEUYI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ufxQhWMEUYI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:lp6WC8UbIwQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T183000 SUMMARY:Sip & Stroll Behind-the-Scenes Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Did you know our own team designs and installs our light show ? Take a guided behind the scenes tour with the Dome for the Holidays des ign committee! Learn more about the design process and the inspiration be hind different light zones during this private tour of the holiday light show as you sip on a glass of wine. All participants must be 21 years of age or older.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps:/ /socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/lp6WC8UbIwQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/lp6WC8UbIwQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EHkGQC-BVTI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261117 SUMMARY:A Motown Christmas LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:A Motown Christmas November 16\, 2026 | 7:00 pm Member Presal e: July 8\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Public Onsale: July 9\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Res erved Seating: $54\, $64\, $74 A Motown Christmas features a world-class vocal group\, assembled from past and present members of Motown’s most le gendary groups…The Miracles and The Contours and features the music and m emories of Motown’s most legendary artists.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines \n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EHkGQC-BVTI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EHkGQC-BVTI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:X9C0EHXHPe4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/X9C0EHXHPe4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/X9C0EHXHPe4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:xrHtG8iP8O0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T190000 SUMMARY:Holiday Cactus LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Holiday Cactus include: Christmas cactus\, Thanksgiving cactu s\, and Easter cactus. Learn how to correctly identify these different ho liday cacti\, then learn how to successfully grow and care for them. Part icipants will explore proper watering\, light requirements\, propagation methods\, and tips to encourage vibrant seasonal blooms. All participants will get the opportunity to pot up a new Christmas cactus to celebrate t he winter season.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhtt ps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xrHtG8iP8O0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/xrHtG8iP8O0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GwxR6l1hXLU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261118 SUMMARY:Andy Grammer LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Andy Grammer – Greater Than Pt. II: A One Man Show November 1 7\, 2026 | 7:30 pm Member Presale: June 24 at 10:00 AM Public Onsale: Jun e 26 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $49.50\, $64.50\, $79.50\, $99.50. A l imited number of VIP Packages are also available. An intimate\, high-ener gy evening with multi-platinum artist Andy Grammer.\n\nHosted by Catch De s Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GwxR6l1hXLU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GwxR6l1hXLU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:gQ7kPdCEgiY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261118 SUMMARY:Macallan Scotch & Culinary Experience LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Macallan Scotch and Culinary Experience LIMITED TICKETS AVAIL ABLE! Your ticket includes an exclusive five-course dining experience cre ated specifically for this event. This one-night-only menu is unique to t he evening and is not part of our regular seasonal menu. Please arrive no later than 5:45pm. Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the craftsmanship and heritage of The Macallan Scotch Whisky through an exper tly curated five-course dining experience.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\ n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/gQ7kPdCEgiY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/gQ7kPdCEgiY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ZzC09ax4P8k@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/ZzC09ax4P8k URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ZzC09ax4P8k END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EJpFTEOTphQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119 SUMMARY:Weary Ramblers presented by Des Moines Women's Club at Hoyt Sherm an Place LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, 1501 Woodland Avenue 1501 Woodland Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Free and open to the public. No tickets required. Bring frien ds! Chad Elliott & Kathryn Severing Fox Iowa Americana duo\, Weary Ramble rs bring years of experience to the stage with award-winning songwriting and chemistry. Chad Elliott (Woody Guthrie Song Contest & Kerrville Final ist) and Kathryn Fox (DownBeat winner & international touring artist) sho wcase multi-instrumental performances with tight harmonies and great stor ytelling.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesM oinesIA/e/EJpFTEOTphQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EJpFTEOTphQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:YWTzUUnQXi4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261119 SUMMARY:Foxy Fall Pumpkins Painting LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:In this fun and relaxed step-by-step class\, you’ll learn sim ple canvas painting techniques—from shading realistic\, vibrant pumpkins to capturing the charming expression of a sleeping red fox. We’ll finish off our masterpieces with a shimmering touch of glitter and stamped borde rs to add an extra festive sparkle to your fall decor.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YWTzUUnQXi4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/YWTzUUnQXi4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:R85s0O_Peds@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/R85s0O_Peds URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/R85s0O_Peds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5hztwzWa5m8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T190000 SUMMARY:Seasonal Simmer Pot LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Fill your home with the warm scents of the season by creating your own simmer pot blend. Participants will learn how to combine herbs\ , spices\, fruits\, and other natural ingredients to craft aromatic simme r pots that provide a cozy\, chemical-free alternative to commercial air fresheners. Discover the seasonal scent combinations\, preparation techni ques\, and tips for using fresh and dried materials. Leave with a custom simmer pot blend and ideas for creating unique fragrances throughout the year.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socials quares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/5hztwzWa5m8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/5hztwzWa5m8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:XQ52utxBw4w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 SUMMARY:Early Childhood Music Exploration LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Kids discover the joy of music through singing\, movement\, g ames\, and instruments. Each class builds rhythm\, coordination\, and cre ativity in a fun\, playful way. 3-6\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttp s://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/XQ52utxBw4w URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/XQ52utxBw4w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_5KuHSzsIxY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 SUMMARY:Tom Pevear LIVE at Confluence Brewing LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Tom Pevear will perform in our Confluence Brewing taproom fro m 6:00-8:30pm on Thursday\, November 19th. Grab a beer and enjoy the tune s! This performance is sponsored by Confluence Des Moines IPA. Enjoy $1 o ff all pints of Confluence Des Moines IPA during this performance.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_5KuHS zsIxY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_5KuHSzsIxY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:dPWI1HqikhY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 SUMMARY:Play It Forward: Benefiting the Iowa Sports Foundation LOCATION:Sherwood Forest Event Center\, 7400 Hickman Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the power of sports\, health\, and community at the Iowa Sports Foundation's PLAY IT FORWARD Fundraiser supporting the Iowa Games\, Live Healthy Iowa\, Adaptive Sports Iowa\, the Iowa Senior Games\ , and the Iowa Corporate Games! The evening will feature a silent auction \, sports-themed trivia\, food and beverages\, and plenty of opportunitie s to connect with others who believe in the impact of our mission.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/dPWI1H qikhY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/dPWI1HqikhY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nbZ8x53yPis@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120 SUMMARY:Third Day/Chris Tomlin/TobyMac LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Three names. One tour. And a fall lineup that’s almost too im pressive to believe. When THIRD DAY\, CHRIS TOMLIN\, and TOBYMAC tour tog ether\, it’s a night big enough to make people book flights\, text friend s\, and clear the calendar! The set list is full of endless #1 hits and a ward-winning music to make this an unforgettable show. Three headliners. No filler. You’ll pay for the seat\, but you’re bound to spend the night on your feet! Doors open: 6:00pm\; Show: 7:00pm\n\nHosted by Catch Des Mo ines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nbZ8x53yPis URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nbZ8x53yPis END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rCbiWnBkhQU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T110000 SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays th is Fall! This fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the naturally inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each prog ram participants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Sprouts is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the in door or outdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™ \, before or after the program\, weather permitting.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moin es Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rCbiWnBkhQ U URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rCbiWnBkhQU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:3kyqwLtuZpk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/3kyqwLtuZpk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/3kyqwLtuZpk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0fjZJ3F8kpk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T190000 SUMMARY:Dinner at Flora LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Begin your evening with a special Dinner at Flora\, then step into the glow of Dome for the Holidays. Each reservation include tax\, g ratuity and Dome for the Holidays admission. The menu is available when r eservations open. Dietary allergies can be accommodated when shared in ad vance. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchas e from Flora. Menu selections may vary. Reservations must be purchased on line in advance and are nonrefundable.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Bo tanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0fjZJ3F8kpk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0fjZJ3F8kpk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8DbRjv7Tw2E@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 SUMMARY:Downtown Winter Farmers' Market LOCATION:RCS\, Capital Square\, LLC\, 400 Locust Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:DATES/HOURS: Friday\, November 20: 10:00am - 2:00pm\; Saturda y\, November 21: 8:00am - 4:00pm\; Sunday\, November 22: 10:00am - 2:00pm The Downtown Winter Farmers’ Market presented by Prairie Meadows is your one-stop destination for all seasonal and festive things! Shop from an i ncredible selection of local seasonal produce\, meat\, cheese\, eggs\, ja m\, jelly and salsa\, along with an array of unique holiday gifts.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8DbRjv 7Tw2E URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8DbRjv7Tw2E END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:BYnZCGu7ntU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121 SUMMARY:Zac Brown Band Love & Fear LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:With Special Guest\, Grace Potter. Presented by Margaritavill e at Sea! Doors open: 6:00pm\; Show: 7:00pm Zac Brown Band is a multi-pla tinum\, GRAMMY® Award-winning Southern rock group led by frontman Zac Bro wn. Throughout their career spanning more than a decade\, the band has ha d six consecutive albums reach the top 10 of the Billboard 200 and five c onsecutive albums debut at #1 on Billboard’s Country Albums chart.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BYnZCG u7ntU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BYnZCGu7ntU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DLO-Cwt_l90@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121 SUMMARY:Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/De sMoinesIA/e/DLO-Cwt_l90 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DLO-Cwt_l90 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OsGRuNkJYOQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121 SUMMARY:Stayin Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Stayin’ Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees! November 20\, 2026 Tickets on sale starting December 12 @ 10am Reserved Seating: $27.50\, $4 4.50\, $64.50 STAYIN’ ALIVE offers to their audiences the songs and sight s of a full Bee Gees playlist\, singing blockbusters such as “Night Fever ”\, “Jive Talkin’”\, “How Deep Is Your Love”\, “You Should Be Dancing”\, “Nights on Broadway” and “Stayin’ Alive”.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n \nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/OsGRuNkJYOQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/OsGRuNkJYOQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:UILIGwl2c8I@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Run Run Rudolph - Shaun Johnson Christmas LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Dinner time: 5:30pm\; Showtime: 7:30pm The Run\, Run Rudolph Tour is the 2026 holiday edition of The Big Band Experience\, led by Emmy ® Award winner Shaun Johnson\, longtime frontman of Tonic Sol-fa and an a rtist with a Top 5 Billboard® album. Shaun has appeared in national telev ision performances on NBC\, and his band's music has been featured on HBO .\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/ e/UILIGwl2c8I URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/UILIGwl2c8I END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:XkX7uIP7yVU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121 SUMMARY:Candlelight: From Classical to Pop LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/XkX7uIP7yVU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/XkX7uIP7yVU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_u54wMYzhBA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121 SUMMARY:The Byrne Brothers LOCATION:Des Moines Playhouse\, 831 42nd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Byrne Brothers are a multi award-winning Donegal band\, n ow electrifying audiences across the USA with their “Next Generation Iris h Trad\, Folk and Dance Music” With over 250\,000 social media followers and an impressive 50 million video views\, The Byrne Brothers are among t he most followed Irish music bands in the world.\n\nHosted by Catch Des M oines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_u54wMYzhBA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_u54wMYzhBA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:k9nrdxD22Fo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T140000 SUMMARY:Simmer Pot Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Who doesn’t love the smell of the holidays!? Create a persona lized simmer pot using herb\, fruits\, and spices. This is a self-guided drop-in activity that does not include admission. Available while supplie s last. No preregistration required.Want to buy tickets to the Botanical Garden or Dome for the Holidays? Go Here. Walk-up registration available while supplies last. $12 per project Members and donors enjoy free genera l admission and savings on classes plus events.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/k9nrdx D22Fo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/k9nrdxD22Fo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Q1uyz2i6NYc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T140000 SUMMARY:“Let Us Gather in a Flourishing Way” Exhibition Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Let Us Gath er in a Flourishing Way: Contemporary Latinx Painting” \, on view in the Anna K. Meredith Gallery and the W.T. & Edna Dahl Galleries October 24\, 2026 – January 24\, 2027. Organized by the Buffalo AKG Art Museum in upst ate New York\, and curated by Dr.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Q1uyz2i6NYc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Q1uyz2i6NYc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RNaV7T0luBs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/RNaV7T0luBs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/RNaV7T0luBs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0QnjeYmrZ0Q@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Candlelight: Mozart vs. Beethoven LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/De sMoinesIA/e/0QnjeYmrZ0Q URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0QnjeYmrZ0Q END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:85wvCrPittM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Kenny G at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Member Presale: July 22\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Public Onsale: Jul y 24\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $55\, $69\, $89\, $99\, $125 A limited number of VIP packages are also available. Kenny G is the greates t-selling instrumental musician of the modern era and one of the best-sel ling artists of all time. With more than 75 million records sold worldwid e and over 1.5 billion global streams\, the Grammy Award–winning saxophon ist has built a singular career spanning five decades of unprecedented su ccess.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoin esIA/e/85wvCrPittM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/85wvCrPittM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:A7gf9FvUp9k@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Motor City Cruise LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/A7gf9FvUp9k URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/A7gf9FvUp9k END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KkQT35wwQWg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Food Box Distribution Day LOCATION:Des Moines Area Religious Council DESCRIPTION:Want to help with the distribution of Thanksgiving Food Boxes to families? Join us on Saturday\, Nov. 21st for one (or more) 2-hour sh ifts to see first-hand the impact of your labors. You must be at least 14 years old (under 16 must volunteer with a parent or guardian). This oppo rtunity has indoor and outdoor roles. Don’t let this opportunity to chang e another family’s Thanksgiving pass you by.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moine s\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KkQT35wwQWg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KkQT35wwQWg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:MuRawAsIcJA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Paw-liday Market LOCATION:Paws & Pints\, 6218 Willowmere Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Paw-liday Market Sip & Shop at Paws & Pints! Saturday\, Novem ber 21\, from 4:00 - 800PM Get into the holiday spirit and join us for ou r annual Paw-liday Market\, a festive evening of shopping\, sipping and c elebrating the season with your favorite four-legged friend! Our holiday market will feature a variety of local vendors and small businesses offer ing gifts and goodies for both humans and pups.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Mo ines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/MuRawAsIcJA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/MuRawAsIcJA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:U2Ot99WrXL8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Tea & Channeling: The Elements of Connection LOCATION:Unity Center of Des Moines\, 414 31st Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join Brezzey and Rachel Corpus for a two hour\, in person exp erience exploring the sacred magic of tea and channeling! Discover the sp iritual properties of tea\, learn to drink it as a ritual of presence and connection\, and explore how tea can become a tool in your channeling pr ocess. Together\, we'll deepen our connection with our own spirit\, our A ncestors\, and the Great Spirit. Tea is more than a drink. It can be a ri tual\, a doorway\, and an invitation to connect with the unseen. Tea is p rovided.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMo inesIA/e/U2Ot99WrXL8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/U2Ot99WrXL8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:bBBIQQWBY58@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Nature Immersion - Gratitude for Nature LOCATION:Easter Lake Park\, 2830 Easter Lake Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide during this restorative nature immersion as you practice gratitude during this season of thanks. Participants will be guided through a series of open invitati ons designed to help you notice the natural world around you. No prior ex perience is necessary\, just comfortable shoes\, weather-appropriate clot hing and an openness to slowing down. This Rooted in Nature program is of fered in sponsorship with Unity Point Health.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moin es\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/bBBIQQWBY58 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/bBBIQQWBY58 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:kuH7DSjpi_o@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Tinseltown @ Water Works Park LOCATION:Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation\, 2251 George Flagg Parkw ay\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars and join us at Water Works Park as the De s Moines Water Works Park Foundation brings back Tinseltown with festive holiday activities and light displays to encourage community participatio n. Get ready for non-stop fun on Saturday\, November 21\, from 1:00 to 9: 00 p.m.\, with crafts\, vendors\, photos with seasonal A-listers\, entert ainers\, and holiday lights. Activities include photos with St. Nicholas and interactions with live reindeer\, plus entertainment by Top Hat Carol ers.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoines IA/e/kuH7DSjpi_o URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/kuH7DSjpi_o END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ngdyc4weCvU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 SUMMARY:Des Moines Symphony: Renewal – Four Seasons & Bolero LOCATION:Des Moines Symphony\, 221 Walnut Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons with violinist Maxwell Brown bloom s with vitality and color. Iowa native Michael Daugherty’s Last Dance at the Surf evokes the legendary Surf Ballroom with evocative choreography b y Eric Trope and virtuosic dancers from Ballet Des Moines. Ravel’s hypnot ic Bolero builds steadily to a radiant\, thrilling conclusion.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ngdyc4weCv U URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ngdyc4weCvU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:w4RJvf22dJw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261121 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261122 SUMMARY:Mama Said String Band LOCATION:Temple Theater\, 1011 Locust Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Mama Said String Band is an instant classic\, since 2016 they ’ve been bringing their own brand of the grassroots music you’re so used to hearing to stages everywhere. Based out of Louisville\, KY\, Mama Said String Band brings a refreshing reinvention to Bluegrass\, Folk and Amer icana while focusing on vocal harmonies and contemporary instrumentation. \n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e /w4RJvf22dJw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/w4RJvf22dJw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DZn9eHKxPtw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261122T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261122T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/DZn9eHKxPtw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DZn9eHKxPtw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ANkEUbW0cCE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 SUMMARY:6th Annual Eric Cooper Memorial Bowling Tournament LOCATION:Gameday Lanes (formerly Merle Hay Lanes)\, 3800 Merle Hay Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for 6th Annual Eric Cooper Memorial Bowling Tournamen t on Sunday\, November 22 from 4pm - 7pm at Gameday Lanes in Des Moines! This event honors the memory of MLB Umpire Eric Cooper and will continue his legacy by inspiring the next generation of umpires in Iowa. Funds fro m this bowling tournament will support our for teen Official Leadership P rogram right here in Des Moines and Central Iowa.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ANkEUbW0cCE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ANkEUbW0cCE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KlXll-i5b3s@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 SUMMARY:Shaun Cassidy: Unwrapped LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Member Presale: July 22\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Public Onsale: Jul y 24\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Songs & Stories For The Holidays Reserved Seating : $54.50\, $64.50\, $124.50 - A limited number of VIP packages are also a vailable. Shaun Cassidy is an American writer\, producer\, actor and Gram my-nominated singer.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquar es.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KlXll-i5b3s URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KlXll-i5b3s END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:NgnfSQdh3qo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 SUMMARY:Turkey Trails- Des Moines LOCATION:Gray's Lake Park\, 2101 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Race Day Schedule: 6:30-7:45am: Packet Pickup 7:55am: Kids Da sh (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the start ing area) 8:00am: National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your fi nish! Every Registration Includes Great Swag - designer shirt Custom meda l Chip-timing with live results and awards Free photos FREE pie at the fi nish line! Plenty of fun! Grab your friends and family\, you are not goin g…\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA /e/NgnfSQdh3qo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/NgnfSQdh3qo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:PWFv3Nnz7Q0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261122 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123 SUMMARY:Domita's Drag Brunch - The Queens of Christmas LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS FOR 18+ AUDIENCES Dinner time: 11:00am\; Showti me: 1:00pm Get ready to celebrate the holidays with Domita's Drag Brunch - The Queens of Christmas! Hosted by the fabulous Domita Sanchez\, this f estive brunch brings together incredible drag\, holiday cheer\, and plent y of laughs for a Christmas celebration like no other. A true triple thre at star\, Domita will be singing live\, dancing\, and keeping the crowd l aughing as she hosts some of the best drag performers from around the cou ntry.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/PWFv3Nnz7Q0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/PWFv3Nnz7Q0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:w3p-bzgct9A@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261124T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/w3p-bzgct9A URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/w3p-bzgct9A END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:fj572_WLRVg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/fj572_WLRVg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/fj572_WLRVg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rWmhQpLnc0M@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261126 SUMMARY:Hope Ministries Thanksgiving Donation Day LOCATION:Hope Ministries Hope Cafe\, 1310 6th Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:This Thanksgiving we will be serving and delivering over 4\,0 00 meals. To make this possible\, we will be hosting a Food Donation Day on Wednesday\, November 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Food Donations wil l be accepted at Hope Café (1310 6th Ave\, Des Moines). Donations can be dropped off inside the facility and individuals are invited to tour Bethe l Mission.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/rWmhQpLnc0M URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rWmhQpLnc0M END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:wgjwFiXZ2i8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130 SUMMARY:Festival of Trees & Lights LOCATION:Community Choice Convention Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Blank Children's Hospital invites you to the 43rd Annual Fest ival of Trees & Lights. The annual event is the largest fundraiser for Bl ank Children's Hospital and is a central Iowa tradition to kick off the h oliday season. Festival of Trees & Lights will feature beautifully decora ted trees\, special performances from local music and dance groups\, visi ts with Santa\, a scavenger hunt\, fun crafts and activities\, and the ch ance to be inspired by impactful stories of children cared for at Blank…\ n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ wgjwFiXZ2i8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/wgjwFiXZ2i8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-LBYvHE75OA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127 SUMMARY:Thanksgiving at Johnny's Italian Steakhouse LOCATION:Johnny's Italian Steakhouse\, Des Moines\, Johnny's Italian Stea khouse Des Moines 6800 Fleur Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Leave the cooking (and the dishes!) to us this Thanksgiving. Gather around the table with family and friends and enjoy all your Thanks giving favorites\, along with the Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse dishes you already know and love. Whether you’re in the mood for a traditional turke y dinner or one of our signature steaks\, pastas\, or seafood entrées\, t here’s something for everyone. Reservations are highly recommended\, as T hanksgiving is one of our busiest days of the year.\n\nHosted by Catch De s Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-LBYvHE75OA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-LBYvHE75OA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KDlfifyYQ9c@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127 SUMMARY:Des Moines Turkey Trot 2026 LOCATION:Cowles Commons\, 208 Court Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Named as one of the "Top Turkey Trots In The Country" by Runn ers World Magazine\, the Des Moines Turkey Trot is Iowa's largest Thanksg iving Day Tradition. The run is like a highlight reel of Des Moines so ge t ready to experience downtown Des Moines\, or show it off to your visiti ng family & friends\, while burning off some holiday carbs. Athletes will start their run with the Des Moines Courthouse as their backdrop in the heart of the Court Ave Entertainment District.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moi nes\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KDlfifyYQ9c URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KDlfifyYQ9c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:LDAz4wK6P6w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127 SUMMARY:Celebrate Thanksgiving with Des Moines Marriott Downtown LOCATION:Des Moines Marriott Downtown\, 700 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Leave the cooking to us this Thanksgiving and enjoy a memorab le holiday celebration at Des Moines Marriott downtown! Gather with famil y & friends for a traditional Thanksgiving Buffet featuring chef-crafted holiday favorites\, decadent desserts\, and complimentary valet parking. Advanced reservations are required & available in convenient 30-minute se ating intervals.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.o rg/DesMoinesIA/e/LDAz4wK6P6w URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LDAz4wK6P6w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:g5mqq0OrlsE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130 SUMMARY:Disney on Ice Presents: Find Your Hero LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:With special guests\, Kameron Marlowe & Gabriella Rose! Doors open: 6:00pm\; Show: 7:00pm Show Times: Thursday\, November 26: 6:00pm F riday\, November 27: 11:00am\, 3:00pm & 7:00pm Saturday\, November 28: 11 :00am\, 3:00pm\, & 7:00pm Sunday\, November 29: 1:00pm & 5:00pm Get ready to discover the hero inside us all when Disney On Ice returns to Iowa wi th a magical adventure for the whole family! Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse\, Minnie Mouse and friends f rom around…\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/De sMoinesIA/e/g5mqq0OrlsE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/g5mqq0OrlsE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0ZTwqOW_tf0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T140000 SUMMARY:Guided Tour: Family and Gathering LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Explore how artists capture the warmth\, complexity\, and bea uty of coming together. This docent-led tour invites visitors of all ages to reflect on family\, community\, and shared moments through works by a rtists such as Mary Cassatt\, Alex Katz\, and Alfredo Ramos Martinez. Fre e\; no registration required. Mary Cassatt (American\, active France\, 18 44 – 1926) “Nicolle and Her Mother” (detail)\, ca.\n\nHosted by Des Moine s Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0ZTwqOW_tf0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0ZTwqOW_tf0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:opy65Qt9tT0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/opy65Qt9tT0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/opy65Qt9tT0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:1nCydBChvBw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261127T190000 SUMMARY:Dinner at Flora LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Begin your evening with a special Dinner at Flora\, then step into the glow of Dome for the Holidays. Each reservation include tax\, g ratuity and Dome for the Holidays admission. The menu is available when r eservations open. Dietary allergies can be accommodated when shared in ad vance. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchas e from Flora. Menu selections may vary. Reservations must be purchased on line in advance and are nonrefundable.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Bo tanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/1nCydBChvBw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/1nCydBChvBw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:eZlpmKxSWp4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T140000 SUMMARY:“Elle Pérez: La Despedida” Exhibition Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Visitors are invited to learn more about the exhibition “Elle Pérez: La Despedida” during this free guided tour. The show\, on view in the A. H. Blank Gallery\, highlights Bronx-based photographer Elle Pérez ’s practice as they construct lush and tactile photographs born from care ful attention to the objects\, settings\, and individuals in their everyd ay life.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/ DesMoinesIA/e/eZlpmKxSWp4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/eZlpmKxSWp4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_4kqF_37hEs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261128T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/_4kqF_37hEs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_4kqF_37hEs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2ERdBzHJQXA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261129 SUMMARY:Holiday Art Market/Small Business Saturday LOCATION:Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Explore open studios packed with art\, handmade gifts\, and h oliday cheer! Find something special for your loved ones or treat yoursel f (you deserve it!) - Food & drinks available for purchase. - Event is fr ee & open to the public. - Shop small\, shop local\, shop joyfully. Let’s celebrate creativity and community this season!\n\nHosted by Catch Des M oines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/2ERdBzHJQXA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/2ERdBzHJQXA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:GkYLLDBm00k@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130 SUMMARY:The Michael Bublé Experience: “A Very Bublé Christmas” LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Dinner time: 5:30pm\; Showtime: 7:30pm The Michael Bublé Expe rience: “A Very Bublé Christmas” is a joyful\, high-spirited celebration inspired by Michael Bublé’s “Christmas”\, one of the best-selling Christm as albums of all time. Backed by a swinging 18-piece orchestra\, the show brings his beloved holiday classics to life with lush big-band arrangeme nts\, festive flair\, and irresistible holiday energy.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GkYLLDBm00k URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/GkYLLDBm00k END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KhH9d5pA5Fk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261129 SUMMARY:Holiday Bazaar LOCATION:Iowa Food Cooperative\, 4944 Franklin Avenue Suite G\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Find locally made gifts for your loved ones at the Iowa Food Co-op's annual Holiday Bazaar! Enjoy a day of shopping apothecary goods\, home decor\, and giftable foods.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps: //socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KhH9d5pA5Fk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KhH9d5pA5Fk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OeYEQkMRXvE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261129 SUMMARY:Hy-Vee Holiday Parade 2026 LOCATION:Principal Park\, Home of the Iowa Cubs\, Principal Park 1 Line D rive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Kick off the holiday season in the heart of downtown Des Moin es at the Hy-Vee Holiday Parade! Gather your family\, friends\, and neigh bors for a magical morning filled with festive cheer\, unforgettable mome nts\, and holiday spirit! Enjoy a spectacular lineup featuring: • Festive floats and dance teams • Giant inflatable balloons • Marching bands and drum lines • Live reindeer and special holiday guests • And a special app earance from Santa Claus himself! Can’t make it in person? Watch live on… \n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e /OeYEQkMRXvE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/OeYEQkMRXvE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qeElNUAmLbo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T153000 SUMMARY:World AIDS Day: A Day With (out) Art LOCATION:Levitt Auditorium\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:In recognition of World AIDS Day\, join us at the Des Moines Art Center for A Day With(out) Art — an afternoon of art\, film\, and mus ic offering space for healing\, remembrance\, and hope. The program will begin with a 20-minute performance by the Des Moines Gay Men’s Chorus\, f ollowed by a screening of “Common Threads: Stories from the Quilt” (1989) .\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoin esIA/e/qeElNUAmLbo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qeElNUAmLbo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:x2P3yPMrvqY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T160000 SUMMARY:Family Art Workshop: Paper Doll Family LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Grab the whole family and dive into a season of hands-on crea tivity! This one-day art workshop is a perfect chance to make something n ew together. Artists of all ages are welcome. In this session\, craft a p aper doll version of yourself\, then link up with the rest of your family for a one-of-a-kind portrait! REGISTER Des Moines Art Center members rec eive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a memb er today.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org /DesMoinesIA/e/x2P3yPMrvqY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/x2P3yPMrvqY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:k0qdmflLkP0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261129T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/k0qdmflLkP0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/k0qdmflLkP0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:hMg7BG-_rBU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261129 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261130 SUMMARY:Cats N' Mats LOCATION:ARL Main: Mapes Auditorium\, 5452 NE 22nd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Stretch\, sip\, and snuggle! Join us at the ARL for yoga with kittens! Enjoy a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga class taught by a profes sional with the purrs of adorable kittens all around! After the workout e veryone will get one complimentary meow-mosa (available to participants 2 1+) or orange juice. Please bring your own mat (or beach towel)\, but no need to bring your own kittens\, the ARL will provide them for this class !\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/ e/hMg7BG-_rBU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/hMg7BG-_rBU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DOzbpv-RAvA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261130T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261130T190000 SUMMARY:Botany Book Club LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly book club nestled in the beauty of the Botan ical Garden. Enjoy refreshments and discussions about the latest read “Fr esh Banana Leaves” by Jessica Hernandez. Registration includes meetings a nd refreshments (books not included). Pre-registration required. Ages 12+ . $12 Members | $15 Nonmembers Register Here\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moi nes Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DOzbpv-RA vA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DOzbpv-RAvA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9harw2lqmU0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201 SUMMARY:Hope Ministries Free Christmas Meals Reservation LOCATION:Hope Ministries Bethel Mission\, 1310 6th Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Hope Ministries wants to bless you this Christmas! On Thursda y\, December 24\, Hope Ministries will be delivering Christmas Meals to f amilies and individuals in need around the Des Moines area. Meal reservat ions will be open on Monday\, November 30. Reserve meals online at www.ho peiowa.org or call (515) 265-7272\, Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Meals must be reserved by Wednesday\, December 16\, at 4:00 pm. \n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e /9harw2lqmU0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9harw2lqmU0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:n0iCaev7myw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261201T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/n0iCaev7myw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/n0iCaev7myw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4IMj9CN1r6w@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Maybe Happy Ending/Tony-Winning Best Musical: Willis Broadway Ser ies LOCATION:Des Moines Civic Center\, 221 Walnut Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Winner of 6 Tony Awards\, including Best Musical\, Maybe Happ y Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks c onnection\, adventure\, and maybe even love. Helmed by Tony Award-winning director Michael Arden ( Parade )\, Maybe Happy Ending has been called “ one of the best musicals in years” ( USA Today ) and even “The best music al in eons!” ( Observer ). Don’t miss the totally original new musical ad venture that explores what it means to be human. Even if they’re not.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4IM j9CN1r6w URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4IMj9CN1r6w END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:G61Z0N1_hWo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Chicago LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:TWOSday $2 Hot Dogs & Popcorn (until end of first intermissio n) The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hocke y League (AHL) based in Des Moines. They are the affiliate of the NHL's M innesota Wild. Ticket information: Iowa Wild offers multiple ticket oppor tunities that enable fans to pick from options that specifically fit thei r needs.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMo inesIA/e/G61Z0N1_hWo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/G61Z0N1_hWo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:mFsmnECq3FU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202 SUMMARY:A Drag Queen Christmas LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:A Drag Queen Christmas - December 1\, 2026 | 7:30 pm Member P resale: June 3 at 10:00 AM Public Onsale: June 5 at 10:00 AM Reserved Sea ting: $35.10\, $51.15\, $67.20\, $83.25\, $99.30\, $141 Age Restriction: 18+ Only Murray & Peter Present “A Drag Queen Christmas” hosted by Nina W est. It’s the longest running drag tour in America. Get ready for your fa vorite queens performing live on stage.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/mFsmnECq3FU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/mFsmnECq3FU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rTC12vDzEJc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T190000 SUMMARY:Unveil: Presented by the Museum Shop LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:You are invited to our biggest Museum Shop event of the year\ , Unveil! Join us for an exclusive preview of newly acquired merchandise at this Winter Wonders shopping event. Items from this collection will no t appear again until later in the year so plan some holiday shopping for everyone on your list (and yourself!). Enjoy complimentary small bites an d festive\, seasonal beverages with holiday cheer.\n\nHosted by Des Moine s Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rTC12vDzEJc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rTC12vDzEJc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0HUbNgOiduA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/0HUbNgOiduA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0HUbNgOiduA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ud6TKPTPE00@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T163000 SUMMARY:Art Workshop: Greeting Cards\, Thinking of You LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Get creative in this one-day workshop with the opportunity to make a unique design for your loved ones through greeting cards with ink \, watercolor\, and collage. Have fun\, be inspired\, and show off your c reations with fellow class participants. REGISTER Des Moines Art Center m embers receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Bec ome a member today. Scholarships for classes and materials are offered on our application page.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://soci alsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ud6TKPTPE00 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ud6TKPTPE00 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:bxEdX1kWfmI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/bxEdX1kWfmI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/bxEdX1kWfmI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_CdROOBt6Mg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204 SUMMARY:Winter Wreath Making LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Take your holiday decorating to the next level with a persona lized wreath you make yourself! Choose from an extensive array of fresh e vergreen\, holiday accents\, and accessories to make your front door turn heads this winter season. Includes admission to Dome for the Holidays to enjoy after the program. $63 Members | $70 Nonmembers\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_CdROOBt6Mg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_CdROOBt6Mg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:k8NBhPvxxZ0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261204 SUMMARY:The Finesse Holiday Special LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The best holiday party in town is back and you're invited! Th e Finesse Holiday is a joyful\, soulful celebration packed with holiday m agic\, surprise guests\, classic songs\, big laughs\, and enough festive energy to make even your grinchiest relative dance. It’s a celebration of everything we love about the holiday season\, bringing together music\, laughter\, and plenty of holiday spirit for a night you won’t want to mis s. Come sing\, dance\, laugh\, and celebrate the season with us.\n\nHoste d by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/k8NBhPvx xZ0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/k8NBhPvxxZ0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:o9umazKwH5c@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T110000 SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays. T his fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the natura lly inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program partic ipants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Spr outs is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or ou tdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™ \, before or after the program\, weather permitting.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanic al Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/o9umazKwH5c URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/o9umazKwH5c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rg_lM4rArRI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/rg_lM4rArRI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rg_lM4rArRI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-zOz4WDQVIg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T190000 SUMMARY:Dinner at Flora LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Begin your evening with a special Dinner at Flora\, then step into the glow of Dome for the Holidays. Each reservation include tax\, g ratuity and Dome for the Holidays admission. The menu is available when r eservations open. Dietary allergies can be accommodated when shared in ad vance. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchas e from Flora. Menu selections may vary. Reservations must be purchased on line in advance and are nonrefundable.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Bo tanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-zOz4WDQVIg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-zOz4WDQVIg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:IQ87V99C6P0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 SUMMARY:Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/IQ87V99C6P0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/IQ87V99C6P0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:MT4WyPETKb8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 SUMMARY:Dusty Slay at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy December 4\, 2026 | 7:00 pm On Sale: April 3\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Reserved Seating: $25.75\, $39.75\, $ 49.75 You can take the boy out of the trailer park\, but you can’t take t he trailer park out of the boy… stand-up comedian Dusty Slay grew up on L ot 8 of a mobile home neighborhood in Opelika\, Alabama\, with a love for both classic country and rock and a career history peppered with jobs li ke waiting tables and selling pesticides.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n \nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/MT4WyPETKb8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/MT4WyPETKb8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jWjlofbx9Fk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261205 SUMMARY:Spirits & Sparkles LOCATION:Salisbury House & Gardens\, 4025 Tonawanda Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Put an abundance of sparkle and a whole lot of spirit in your yuletide fun at our annual holiday party! Mingle and jingle with fellow party-goers\, enjoy live entertainment\, and be the first to see the esta te's decked halls at their glitteriest. Come in your holiday best - wheth er it's a flashy jacket\, an ugly sweater\, or your family's matching pjs . Whatever has you ready to ring in the holiday season.\n\nHosted by Catc h Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jWjlofbx9Fk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jWjlofbx9Fk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:LuEhZQIq680@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T140000 SUMMARY:“Artists on Fire” Exhibition Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free guided tour of the exhibition “Artists on Fire\,” on view in the John Brady Print Gallery through January 10\, 2027 . This selection of prints\, drawings\, and photographs from the permanen t collection explores the element of fire\, both literal and conceptual. Images of flames\, smoke\, and steam sit alongside depictions of Greek go ds and visions of hell. Public guided tours are offered every Saturday fr om 1 – 2 pm. Free\; no registration required.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LuEhZQIq680 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LuEhZQIq680 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:AAD4GRCwqCQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/AAD4GRCwqCQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AAD4GRCwqCQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:5WhZYQOx1pE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206 SUMMARY:An Irish Christmas with Rend Collective LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:An Irish Christmas with Rend Collective Presented by Thrivent December 5\, 2026 @ 7:00 pm Tickets/Member Presale: August 19\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Tickets/Public Onsale: August 21\, 2026 at 10:00 AM Hailing from the rugged coast of Northern Ireland\, Rend Collective has always believ ed that worship should feel more like a celebration than a performance.\n \nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/5 WhZYQOx1pE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/5WhZYQOx1pE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:f5hBRBBM6MI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Flea Market LOCATION:Iowa State Fairgrounds\, 3000 East Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Once a month from January to May and September to December\, you will find antiques\, collectibles\, home décor\, jewelry\, purses\, b ags and more at the Iowa State Fair Flea Market! New merchandise and vend ors added monthly\; dates and locations as listed. 2026 Flea Market Dates December 5-6\, 4-H Building Free admission and parking. For more informa tion\, please contact Teresa McGahey at 515-250-5916 or email fleamarketf airgrounds@gmail.com.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsqua res.org/DesMoinesIA/e/f5hBRBBM6MI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/f5hBRBBM6MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:fExlS819CJ0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261220 SUMMARY:Holiday Pop Up at Rock River Grill LOCATION:Des Moines Marriott Downtown\, 700 Grand Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Step into a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere filled with seasonal flavors\, handcrafted cocktails\, and festive décor. Whether you 're gathering with coworkers\, meeting friends for a holiday toast\, or p lanning a special celebration\, Rock River Grill offers the perfect place to make memories this season.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://s ocialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/fExlS819CJ0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/fExlS819CJ0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:t69eDB77ShM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Grand Rapids LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Teddy Bear Toss 2-for-1 Confluence Beers (ends at puck drop) Coca-Cola Local Concert Series The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hocke y team in the American Hockey League (AHL) based in Des Moines. They are the affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild. Ticket information: Iowa Wild offers multiple ticket opportunities that enable fans to pick from option s that specifically fit their needs.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhtt ps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/t69eDB77ShM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/t69eDB77ShM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:tFVKVEHekHc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Holly & Ivy LOCATION:Salisbury House & Gardens\, 4025 Tonawanda Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Explore Salisbury's decked halls and vote for the best decora ted room in this holiday design contest. While you're here listen to live music played on the estate's one-of-a-kind Steinway D\, enjoy a treat at the pop-up sweet shop\, pay a visit to old Saint Nick\, and capture a fe stive memory at our professional holiday photo op. Holly & Ivy is Salisbu ry House Foundation's annual holiday fundraiser.\n\nHosted by Catch Des M oines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tFVKVEHekHc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tFVKVEHekHc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:0YHuHGj1AKA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261206T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261206T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/0YHuHGj1AKA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/0YHuHGj1AKA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ASDJqeOUJGY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Kids Cupcake Decorating: 101 LOCATION:Molly's Frozen\, Historic East Village 322 E Court Avenue\, Suit e 105\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Calling ALL kiddos - we're rolling up our sleeves and making one heck of a mess in our Cupcake Decorating Classes! Each class includes a beverage\, a chef's hat to decorate\, a "Molly's Cupcakes" patch and a tutorial on filling\, frosting and decorating four cupcakes. General age requirement is 6-14-years-old. Adult supervision is required for individ uals younger than 6-years-old. Gluten-Free and Vegan options are availabl e. If either of these are chosen\, design modifications may need to be ma de.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/ASDJqeOUJGY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ASDJqeOUJGY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:cJSriD8-w4Q@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:3k Beer Run x Confluence Brewing/2026 Iowa Brewery Running Series LOCATION:Confluence Brewing Company\, 1235 Thomas Beck Road\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:When: Sunday\, December 6 | Fun run starts from the taproom a t 12PM Course: We’ve mapped out a 3K-ish course that starts and ends at t he taproom and goes around Gray's Lake. Celebrate at the finish line! You r registration includes: One craft beverage of your choice from Confluenc e Brewing Collector's pint glass or a series swag item from the Brewery R unning Series Access to the day’s festivities including live music\, food trucks\, games with our partners and sponsors when available Our Mission :…\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA /e/cJSriD8-w4Q URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/cJSriD8-w4Q END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jxynVa00EeE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Christmas with Vocal Arts: The Night Invites Us LOCATION:St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral\, 815 High Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Embrace the warmth and mystery of the winter season with an e vening of comforting and evocative holiday music! Exploring themes of wel come\, journey\, and peace\, this annual favorite brings light and wonder to the majestic sanctuary of St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral.\n\nHosted b y Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jxynVa00EeE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jxynVa00EeE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rIQNSvmSKUk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Pucks N Paws LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 Third Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Bring your dog to an Iowa Wild game! Join us at Casey’s Cente r to watch the Iowa Wild take on the Grand Rapids Griffins! Enjoy a thril ling hockey game with your pup by your side and don’t forget to stop by t he ARL table to enter to win an awesome raffle prize! This year\, all pro ceeds from the Chuck-A-Puck competition on October 23 will go directly ba ck to helping homeless animals in need.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rIQNSvmSKUk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rIQNSvmSKUk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RkgitBI1Mz4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/RkgitBI1Mz4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/RkgitBI1Mz4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-E8gEeyXzhY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261209 SUMMARY:Holiday *Knit & Sip!* — Chunky Blankets at Confluence Brewing in DSM LOCATION:Confluence Brewing\, 1235 Thomas Beck Rd\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Get cozy while you craft your own chunky knit blanket! We'll provide step-by-step guidance and helpful instructions suitable for all s kill levels. Blanket size will range from a lap throw to twin-sized based on how tightly you choose to knit the yarn. The ticket price includes 4 skeins of yarn in your choice of 1\, 2\, 3\, or 4 colors. Additional skei ns can be purchased during or after class for $10/each. Enjoy Confluence full drink menu\, for purchase before/during/after the event.\n\nHosted b y Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-E8gEeyXzhY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-E8gEeyXzhY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:PjwNAlajZuE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261209 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/PjwNAlajZuE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/PjwNAlajZuE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:wYgnojXxfoE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/wYgnojXxfoE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/wYgnojXxfoE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:BvvT3wO6UAg@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261209 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261210 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Milwaukee LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Wild Wednesday presented by Pizza Hut & 93.3 KIOA If the Iowa Wild win at home\, all fans in attendance will receive a free ticket to the next Wednesday home game! The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League (AHL) based in Des Moines. They are t he affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild. Ticket information: Iowa Wild o ffers multiple ticket opportunities that enable fans to pick from options that specifically fit their needs.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttp s://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BvvT3wO6UAg URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BvvT3wO6UAg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OsQr_KssmtM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T153000 SUMMARY:Creative Aging: Studio Series (Ages 55+) LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Creative Aging is a program designed for adults age 55+ to ga ther at the Art Center and learn about art while making community connect ions and fostering cognitive health. These sessions will offer a social a tmosphere and a variety of exploratory projects to try out materials and techniques with the support of an experienced teaching artist. In this se ssion\, students will get creative with abstract drawing. Materials\, too ls\, and guidance will be provided.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\ nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/OsQr_KssmtM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/OsQr_KssmtM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nkPaIWRRHHk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/nkPaIWRRHHk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nkPaIWRRHHk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:61-d1ls910c@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T190000 SUMMARY:DIY Botanical Gift Wrap LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create this DIY Botanical Gift Wrap for the holi days! Every year people throw out enough gift wrap to go around the world multiple times. Why not make your own fabric gift wrap inspired by Furos hiki \, a traditional Japanese wrapping cloth you can use as reusable gif t wrap or a bag. In this class you will create and decorate three differe nt wrapping sizes using natural botanical dyes. These one-of-a-kind wraps will be perfect as you prepare for this holiday season.\n\nHosted by Gre ater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA /e/61-d1ls910c URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/61-d1ls910c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2ZbfCKnPONs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261211 SUMMARY:Open Books: The Role of Art in Mental Health LOCATION:Community Support Advocates\, 900 Keo Way\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Through personal stories and candid conversation\, this sessi on offers a closer look at how creativity and artistic expression can sup port mental health\, healing\, and connection. Grounded in real experienc es\, the discussion explores how art can create space for reflection\, re silience\, and wellbeing while strengthening community and belonging.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/2Zb fCKnPONs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/2ZbfCKnPONs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jhPuQ0Y51Bs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T110000 SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays. T his fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the natura lly inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program partic ipants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Spr outs is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or ou tdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™ \, before or after the program\, weather permitting.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanic al Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jhPuQ0Y51Bs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jhPuQ0Y51Bs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jZYHruWq3N4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/jZYHruWq3N4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/jZYHruWq3N4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-x3YF9ytTZQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T190000 SUMMARY:Dinner at Flora LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Begin your evening with a special Dinner at Flora\, then step into the glow of Dome for the Holidays. Each reservation include tax\, g ratuity and Dome for the Holidays admission. The menu is available when r eservations open. Dietary allergies can be accommodated when shared in ad vance. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchas e from Flora. Menu selections may vary. Reservations must be purchased on line in advance and are nonrefundable.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Bo tanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-x3YF9ytTZQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-x3YF9ytTZQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:4G3OWqdYZjs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261212 SUMMARY:Wild Soul Book Club LOCATION:Mainframe Studios\, 900 Keosauqua Way #332\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Wild Soul Book Club — Spiritual Growth: Being Your Higher Sel f by Sanaya Roman Spiritual Growth: Being Your Higher Self by Sanaya Roma n Step into story\, stillness\, and community. The Wild Soul Book Club is a gathering for those who crave connection\, reflection\, and a return t o self. This circle is a space to connect with others on a similar journe y of personal growth\, to slow down\, look inward\, and share the pages t hat move us.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/4G3OWqdYZjs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/4G3OWqdYZjs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:DHXchZbvODI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219 SUMMARY:An Irving Berlin White Christmas Revue LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Spend the MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR at THE INGERSOLL wi th some of the area’s most PROLIFIC SINGERS & DANCERS performing a FULL R EVUE of IRVING BERLIN’S CLASSIC SCORE along with ADDITIONAL HOLIDAY STAPL ES. A FULL JAZZ ORCHESTRA led by JASON DANIELSON will have you HUMMING TH E HOLIDAY CLASSICS OF YORE all December long.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moin es\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DHXchZbvODI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/DHXchZbvODI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:EBunqqF3ED4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221 SUMMARY:A Christmas Carol LOCATION:Stoner Theater\, 221 Walnut Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:2025-26 SEASON TICKETS GO ON SALE TUESDAY\, NOV. 25! A Christ mas Carol\, reimagined—where memory\, magic\, and modern storytelling col lide. Dickens’ timeless tale of redemption returns in a fresh\, ever-evol ving adaptation that blends tradition with surprise. Through inventive st orytelling—featuring unexpected perspectives\, theatrical twists\, and mo dern resonance—A Christmas Carol invites audiences to rediscover the hear t of the holiday spirit in bold new ways.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n \nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EBunqqF3ED4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/EBunqqF3ED4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Kf-LJcpwG8I@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261212 SUMMARY:The Gingerbread Child/Ages 4-6 LOCATION:Des Moines Playhouse\, 831 42nd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Three Performances to pick from! 9:30am\, 10:45am and 1:30pm. A speedy cookie escapes from the oven and races into a citywide adventur e! Join Edgar Allan Crow and the Adventure Clubhouse at The Playhouse cre w as they dramatize a favorite story using their imaginations and the cos tume pieces and props they find in their magic trunk. Adventure Clubhouse is a creative\, participatory story theatre program for children 4-6 yea rs old and their adults.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socials quares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Kf-LJcpwG8I URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Kf-LJcpwG8I END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_yWuwBRkD08@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:Christmas with the Choral Society LOCATION:First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us on a winter's night for an inspiring program of great choral works and seasonal favorites\, all in celebration of the Christma s spirit! One of the city's finest choirs continues its holiday tradition \, this year at a new venue - First Baptist Church in Johnston. Both nigh ts: concert begins at 7:30pm.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://so cialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_yWuwBRkD08 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/_yWuwBRkD08 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nDDBQLwMVL8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261211 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261212 SUMMARY:Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/nDDBQLwMVL8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nDDBQLwMVL8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:BxB09xPw0CU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T100000 SUMMARY:Tropical Forest Bathing LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Experience the Garden using ALL of your senses during this im mersive program. Start outside (weather dependent) to relax in the quiet beauty of winter and then step into the warm conservatory and slow down a s you connect with the sights\, sounds\, scents\, textures\, and atmosphe re of the tropical environment. Forest Bathing or Shinrin-yoku \, is the Japanese philosophy of immersing yourself in the natural atmosphere in or der to reap the restorative benefits.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Bot anical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BxB09xPw0CU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BxB09xPw0CU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:tvaxSH8AORY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T140000 SUMMARY:Social Saturday: Make Believe LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join the Des Moines Art Center’s December Social Saturday eve nt: Make Believe! Enjoy crafts in the Art School studios\, a scavenger hu nt\, a guided tour\, storytime\, treats in the Art Center Café\, and so m uch more. Schedule of Events: 11:15 – 11:30 am | Storytime (all ages) Lev itt Auditorium 1 pm | Guided Tour (all ages) Meet in the Macomber Lobby 1 :30 – 3 pm | Little Slam on the Prairie Puppet show Little Slam on the Pr airie invites artists and audiences to an afternoon of imagination and…\n \nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/tvaxSH8AORY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tvaxSH8AORY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:O1DnlZYMZRI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T143000 SUMMARY:Little Slam on the Prairie Puppet Performance LOCATION:Levitt Auditorium\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Uplifting Puppet Co. is proud to present the return of Li ttle Slam on the Prairie. This year’s event is hosted at the Des Moines A rt Center as part of December Social Saturday: Make Believe. This eclecti c afternoon of short-form puppetry celebrates innovation\, storytelling\, and creative connection. Part of the national Puppet Slam Network\, the show invites established puppeteers\, artists new to puppetry\, and theat re-makers to explore and perform.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nh ttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/O1DnlZYMZRI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/O1DnlZYMZRI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:LPrbA94CeBY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/LPrbA94CeBY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/LPrbA94CeBY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RL1G9-6Pez4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:St George Christmas Bazaar & Annual Bake Sale LOCATION:St George Greek Orthodox Church\, 1110 35th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a little Greek holiday cheer at the St George Christmas Bazaar & Annual Bake Sale! Shop a variety of delectable Greek treats and gifts from a variety of local vendors and bring a taste of the Mediterra nean to your home this holiday season! The Christmas Bazaar & Annual Bake Sale takes place Saturday\, December 12th\, from 10:30am - 3:00pm at St George Greek Orthodox Church in Des Moines.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines \n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/RL1G9-6Pez4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/RL1G9-6Pez4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:c75dXVgZ3gE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:Tea at the Castle - Holiday Tea LOCATION:Salisbury House & Gardens\, 4025 Tonawanda Drive\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:On sale starting November 5! Tea at the Castle is a classic S alisbury House tradition and a beloved event. Every tea is unique but the y all have a few things in common - delicious food and drinks\, delightfu l company\, the opportunity to explore the estate and learn a little hist ory\, and a live performance on Salisbury's one-of-a-kind Steinway D.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/c75 dXVgZ3gE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/c75dXVgZ3gE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nwbfxABuXw8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:Santa's Reindeer at Big Grove LOCATION:Big Grove Brewery\, 555 17th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Bring the family for a magical holiday afternoon at Big Grove Brewery! We’re hosting live reindeer right here at the taproom for a coz y\, festive experience the whole family will love! Stop by to see Santa's reindeer up close\, snap holiday photos at our themed photo ops\, and gr ab a delicious brew or lunch while you're here! Event Details: Date: Satu rday\, December 12\, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Location: Big Grove Des Moines Admission: Free / Open Entry (No Tickets Required) Reservations a re…\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesI A/e/nwbfxABuXw8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nwbfxABuXw8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rtmrVOhXYfA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261214 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Grand Rapids Gold LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rtmrVOhXYfA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/rtmrVOhXYfA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:u9xzKGXvC-E@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:The Rocking Dead at xBk Live LOCATION:xBk Live\, 1159 24th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Come party with The Rocking Dead! A powerhouse musical/theatr ical tribute to the legendary singers who have passed away. Something for everyone!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/u9xzKGXvC-E URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/u9xzKGXvC-E END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:-mXMNx3gfbE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261213T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261213T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/-mXMNx3gfbE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/-mXMNx3gfbE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:dXMYWDKQ9dw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261214T183000 SUMMARY:Sip & Stroll: Holiday Display LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Sip & Stroll while you learn more about our holiday display f ull of amaryllis\, orchids\, and other tropicals. Enjoy a glass of wine a nd guided stroll. Learn about what’s in bloom\, what’s coming soon\, and other timely behind-the-scenes updates on our collection from Director of Horticulture Aaron Harpold. All participants must be 21 years of age or older.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://social squares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/dXMYWDKQ9dw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/dXMYWDKQ9dw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:adVzTZaWFL4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/adVzTZaWFL4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/adVzTZaWFL4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:mwUok5qapWs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T190000 SUMMARY:Botanical Cards LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:With the Garden as inspiration\, create a set of beautiful bo tanical cards to share this holiday season. In this creative\, hands on w orkshop\, you will learn how to design and compose unique set of holiday greeting cards inspired by the botanical world. Perfect for artists\, pla nt lovers\, and anyone looking to send a heartfelt\, personalized touch t o family and friends this winter.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanic al Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/mwUok5qapWs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/mwUok5qapWs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:hcLMcFnunpE@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261215 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261216 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Sioux Falls Skyforce LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/hcLMcFnunpE URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/hcLMcFnunpE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:JvUSHmNc3aI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/JvUSHmNc3aI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/JvUSHmNc3aI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:AcN2vK4GcY4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261217 SUMMARY:Howl-iday Bingo LOCATION:ARL Main\; Mapes Auditorium\, 5452 NE 22nd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Jingle\, mingle\, and play some Bingo! Get ready for an eveni ng packed with cheer\, friendly competition\, and a big red bag bursting with amazing prizes waiting to be won! You’ll feel extra festive with our Hot Cocoa bar\, holiday treats and light snacks – plus a cash bar with o ther food and drinks available for purchase. Holiday attire is encouraged – so\, grab your festive sweaters\, Santa hat\, or reindeer antlers\, an d come celebrate the holidays with the ARL.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines \n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AcN2vK4GcY4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/AcN2vK4GcY4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:j1t1yr0g8VM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/j1t1yr0g8VM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/j1t1yr0g8VM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Qd9wOEA1XDw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T110000 SUMMARY:Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Join us for Story Sprouts Children’s Story Time on Fridays. T his fun\, interactive story time explores nature and plants in the natura lly inspiring setting of the Botanical Garden. During each program partic ipants enjoy stories and an activity based on the week’s theme. Story Spr outs is geared toward children ages two to five. Explore the indoor or ou tdoor gardens with your kids\, including Nature Play™ \, before or after the program\, weather permitting.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanic al Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Qd9wOEA1XDw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/Qd9wOEA1XDw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ttraD-CrxV8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/ttraD-CrxV8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ttraD-CrxV8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:ogEDikkDVAw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T190000 SUMMARY:Dinner at Flora LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Begin your evening with a special Dinner at Flora\, then step into the glow of Dome for the Holidays. Each reservation include tax\, g ratuity and Dome for the Holidays admission. The menu is available when r eservations open. Dietary allergies can be accommodated when shared in ad vance. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchas e from Flora. Menu selections may vary. Reservations must be purchased on line in advance and are nonrefundable.\n\nHosted by Greater Des Moines Bo tanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ogEDikkDVAw URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/ogEDikkDVAw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:D7M2RF-SaXM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261220 SUMMARY:Iowa Wild vs. Lehigh Valley LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonderland Photos with Santa on the Concourse $2 Beer Night (ends at conclusion of first period)\, presented by 100.3 THE BUS $ 3 off Fireball Friday Drink Specials The Iowa Wild are a professional ice hockey team in the American Hockey League (AHL) based in Des Moines. The y are the affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild. Ticket information: Iowa Wild offers multiple ticket opportunities that enable fans to pick from options that specifically fit their needs.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\ n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/D7M2RF-SaXM URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/D7M2RF-SaXM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:flNjGCG0ebQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219 SUMMARY:Candlelight: Christmas Classics LOCATION:Scottish Rite Consistory\, 519 Park Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live\, multi-sensor y musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Des Moines!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/D esMoinesIA/e/flNjGCG0ebQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/flNjGCG0ebQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qDYmd2HfgHs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221 SUMMARY:Waitress - 10th Anniversary: Willis Broadway Series LOCATION:Des Moines Civic Center\, 221 Walnut Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Meet Jenna\, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies\, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county — and a satisfying encounter with someone new — show Jenna a chance at a fresh start\, she must find the courage to se ize it.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoi nesIA/e/qDYmd2HfgHs URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qDYmd2HfgHs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:wnlQO7WecLQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261218 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261219 SUMMARY:Sara Evans: Holiday Road Tour LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, Historic Sherman Hill 1501 Woodland Avenue\ , Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Reserved Seating: $25\, $49\, $79 A limited number of VIP Pac kages are also available. Multi-platinum entertainer Sara Evans is at the top of her game. As the fifth most-played female artist at country radio in nearly the last two decades — her five No. 1 singles include “No Plac e That Far\,” “Suds In The Bucket\, “A Real Fine Place To Start\,” “Born to Fly\,” and “A Little Bit Stronger”. Several of those #1’s spent 2 week s in the top spot and were certified platinum by the R.I.A.A.\n\nHosted b y Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/wnlQO7WecLQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/wnlQO7WecLQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:M53sINapJ3I@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T140000 SUMMARY:Museum Highlights Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Discover the vast variety of the Des Moines Art Center’s perm anent collection during our Museum Highlights Tour. This tour offers a un ique journey through our galleries\, featuring a selection of timeless pa intings\, sculptures\, and more. Join our knowledgeable guides to uncover the stories\, techniques\, and inspirations behind the art on view\, and experience the highlights of the Art Center in a fresh and engaging way. \n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/M53sINapJ3I URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/M53sINapJ3I END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:gR7f45wx904@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/gR7f45wx904 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/gR7f45wx904 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:M_aNFll1rEA@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221 SUMMARY:Marilyn Maye Christmas LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holiday season with legendary vocalist Marilyn Maye in a special Christmas performance filled with warmth\, elegance\, a nd holiday spirit. Known as the “Super-Singer” by Johnny Carson\, Marilyn Maye holds the record for the most appearances by a singer on The Tonigh t Show Starring Johnny Carson\, with an incredible 76 appearances.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/M_aNFl l1rEA URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/M_aNFll1rEA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:hp2cq3Ga2yI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261219 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261220 SUMMARY:Brunch with Santa at Big Grove DSM LOCATION:Big Grove Brewery\, 555 17th Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Santa’s trading the North Pole for Big Grove! Catch him here on Saturday\, December 19 from 11 - 2pm. We’ll have a special brunch menu with Santa's favorites\, drink specials to keep you cozy\, plus free hot chocolate and candy canes for the kiddos while they last. Grab your crew \, your camera\, and your holiday spirit. Let’s make it a holly jolly aft ernoon! Reservations are highly recommended!\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moine s\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/hp2cq3Ga2yI URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/hp2cq3Ga2yI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2GqfWpDOdNU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T160000 SUMMARY:Family Art Workshop: Cardboard Gingerbread House LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Grab the whole family and dive into a season of hands-on crea tivity! This one-day art workshop is a perfect chance to make something n ew together. Artists of all ages are welcome. In this holiday season sess ion\, skip the frosting and build your dream gingerbread house out of car dboard\, using a mix of playful materials to decorate it your way. REGIST ER Des Moines Art Center members receive a 20% discount on all classes\, camps\, and workshops! Become a member today.\n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/2GqfWpDOdNU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/2GqfWpDOdNU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:FcghPHE9P_8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/FcghPHE9P_8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/FcghPHE9P_8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:kXP573QGX_Y@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261221T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261221T160000 SUMMARY:ARTrageous! Winter Break 3-Day Camp 1 LOCATION: DESCRIPTION:This ARTrageous Winter Break 3-day camp allows campers to exp lore their creative side as they grow their artistic expression through d ifferent mediums using our collections and unique garden spaces to inspir e creativity! Our innovative day camps for kids inspire youth to create\, explore and discover in our unique garden classrooms. Winter Break 3-Day Camp Members $165 | Nonmembers $195 REGISTER HERE\n\nHosted by Greater D es Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/kXP 573QGX_Y URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/kXP573QGX_Y END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qIPvhBhoptc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261221T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261221T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/qIPvhBhoptc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qIPvhBhoptc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:KY0g6PXI_Pc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261222 SUMMARY:Anthony Shore Presents: Christmas with Elvis LOCATION:The Ingersoll\, 3711 Ingersoll Avenue\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:An evening celebrating Elvis Presley's incredible Christmas S ongbook as well of some of his biggest hits. Internationally-renowned Elv is tribute artist Anthony Shore and his All-Star Band\, which includes a horn section and strings\, present their very popular holiday revue. This intimate evening of The King of Rock & Roll's holiday classics appeals t o audiences of all ages. About Anthony: At the age of 3\, Anthony receive d his first Elvis record\, and his love of a legend was born.\n\nHosted b y Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KY0g6PXI_Pc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/KY0g6PXI_Pc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:TCBoW7J6oLU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261222 SUMMARY:College Hoops @ Casey's Center: Iowa Hawkeyes vs. Alabama Crimson LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The University of Iowa men’s basketball team will play a neut ral site game against Alabama on Monday\, December 21 at the Casey’s Cent er in downtown Des Moines. “These neutral site games create a unique oppo rtunity to play marquee opponents while bringing Hawkeye basketball direc tly to our fans across Iowa\,” said head coach Ben McCollum. “We’re thril led to have multiple opportunities to play in-state during the 2026-27 se ason\, starting with our return to the Casey’s Center.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/TCBoW7J6oLU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/TCBoW7J6oLU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nlzQuNEZ_rQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T160000 SUMMARY:ARTrageous! Winter Break 3-Day Camp 2 LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:This ARTrageous Winter Break 3-day camp allows campers to exp lore their creative side as they grow their artistic expression through d ifferent mediums using our collections and unique garden spaces to inspir e creativity! Our innovative day camps for kids inspire youth to create\, explore and discover in our unique garden classrooms. Winter Break 3-Day Camp Members $165 | Nonmembers $195 REGISTER HERE\n\nHosted by Greater D es Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nlz QuNEZ_rQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/nlzQuNEZ_rQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:w6il-AKfbEk@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T150000 SUMMARY:Air Plant Ornament Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Bring home an air plant ornament you’ve made yourself! Learn more about these unique air plants that do not require soil to grow\, the n decorate a glass ornament orb with natural materials to house your very own air plant to bring home. This is a self-guided activity that does no t include admission. $12 per project Walk-up registration only. Available while supplies last. Members enjoy free daily admission all year long.\n \nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares. org/DesMoinesIA/e/w6il-AKfbEk URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/w6il-AKfbEk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:9zT2PCymW-8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T160000 SUMMARY:Winter Break Staycation Activities LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:We’ve got the warm temperatures for your Winter Break Staycat ion! Enjoy paradise right here in Des Moines with hands-on activity table s and a fun scavenger hunt featuring pollinators as you explore the tropi cal conservatory and Gardeners Show House included with admission. Add on drop in activities available while supplies last\, no preregistration re quired. Bring the whole family—there’s something for everyone here! Inclu ded with daily general admission. Plan your visit.\n\nHosted by Greater D es Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9zT 2PCymW-8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/9zT2PCymW-8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:U5obrDdrkEc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/U5obrDdrkEc URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/U5obrDdrkEc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:tHmT3fbDi48@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T160000 SUMMARY:ARTrageous! Winter Break 3-Day Camp 3 LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:This ARTrageous Winter Break 3-day camp allows campers to exp lore their creative side as they grow their artistic expression through d ifferent mediums using our collections and unique garden spaces to inspir e creativity! Our innovative day camps for kids inspire youth to create\, explore and discover in our unique garden classrooms. Winter Break 3-Day Camp Members $165 | Nonmembers $195 REGISTER HERE\n\nHosted by Greater D es Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tHm T3fbDi48 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/tHmT3fbDi48 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:qsHB_1mQvRU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T150000 SUMMARY:Air Plant Ornament Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Bring home an air plant ornament you’ve made yourself! Learn more about these unique air plants that do not require soil to grow\, the n decorate a glass ornament orb with natural materials to house your very own air plant to bring home. This is a self-guided activity that does no t include admission. $12 per project Walk-up registration only. Available while supplies last. Members enjoy free daily admission all year long.\n \nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares. org/DesMoinesIA/e/qsHB_1mQvRU URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/qsHB_1mQvRU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:j5W_GYlj1p4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T160000 SUMMARY:Winter Break Staycation Activities LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:We’ve got the warm temperatures for your Winter Break Staycat ion! Enjoy paradise right here in Des Moines with hands-on activity table s and a fun scavenger hunt featuring pollinators as you explore the tropi cal conservatory and Gardeners Show House included with admission. Add on drop in activities available while supplies last\, no preregistration re quired. Bring the whole family—there’s something for everyone here! Inclu ded with daily general admission. Plan your visit.\n\nHosted by Greater D es Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/j5W _GYlj1p4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/j5W_GYlj1p4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:BIsJYq0sBh4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T210000 SUMMARY:Dome for the Holidays LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Enjoy all the glow\, without the snow\, at Dome for the Holid ays. Step into the warmth of the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden for a dazzling holiday tradition filled with thousands of twinkling lights. E xplore artful displays throughout the transformed tropical conservatory a nd Gardeners Show House\, discover playful interactive elements\, join th e annual gnome hunt\, and enjoy seasonal concessions from Flora.\n\nHoste d by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Des MoinesIA/e/BIsJYq0sBh4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/BIsJYq0sBh4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:eaS4vbK4h7M@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T160000 SUMMARY:Winter Break Staycation Activities LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:We’ve got the warm temperatures for your Winter Break Staycat ion! Enjoy paradise right here in Des Moines with hands-on activity table s and a fun scavenger hunt featuring pollinators as you explore the tropi cal conservatory and Gardeners Show House included with admission. Add on drop in activities available while supplies last\, no preregistration re quired. Bring the whole family—there’s something for everyone here! Inclu ded with daily general admission. Plan your visit.\n\nHosted by Greater D es Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/eaS 4vbK4h7M URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/eaS4vbK4h7M END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:uZHBmPojTxo@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T150000 SUMMARY:Air Plant Ornament Drop-In LOCATION:Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\, 909 Robert D. Ray Dr\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Bring home an air plant ornament you’ve made yourself! Learn more about these unique air plants that do not require soil to grow\, the n decorate a glass ornament orb with natural materials to house your very own air plant to bring home. This is a self-guided activity that does no t include admission. $12 per project Walk-up registration only. Available while supplies last. Members enjoy free daily admission all year long.\n \nHosted by Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden\n\nhttps://socialsquares. org/DesMoinesIA/e/uZHBmPojTxo URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/uZHBmPojTxo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8CHEIUgzvTY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261226T140000 SUMMARY:Museum Highlights Tour LOCATION:Des Moines Art Center\, 4700 Grand Ave\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:Discover the vast variety of the Des Moines Art Center’s perm anent collection during our Museum Highlights Tour. This tour offers a un ique journey through our galleries\, featuring a selection of timeless pa intings\, sculptures\, and more. Join our knowledgeable guides to uncover the stories\, techniques\, and inspirations behind the art on view\, and experience the highlights of the Art Center in a fresh and engaging way. \n\nHosted by Des Moines Art Center\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/DesMoine sIA/e/8CHEIUgzvTY URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/8CHEIUgzvTY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:g0WeQe7s_m0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T160333Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261227 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261228 SUMMARY:Iowa Wolves vs. Memphis Hustle LOCATION:Casey's Center\, 730 3rd Street\, Des Moines DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Wolves are a professional basketball team in the NBA G League based in Des Moines\, Iowa\, and serve as the official minor le ague affiliate of the Minnesota Timberwolves. This affiliation allows the Timberwolves to develop young talent\, assign players with three years o r less of NBA service\, and maintain consistent coaching and playing syst ems between the NBA and G League teams.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\n https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/g0WeQe7s_m0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/DesMoinesIA/e/g0WeQe7s_m0 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR