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SUMMARY:HIP - HOPE Summer Break
DESCRIPTION:HIP – HOPE Summer Break\nDate June 8th – July 31st \nTime: 9:00a.m. – 3:00p.m. \nLocation: Eddie Davis Community Center\, 1312 Maple St\, West Des Moines\, IA 50265 \n  \n \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/hip-hope-summer-break/
LOCATION:Eddie Davis Community Center\, Inc.\, 1312 Maple Street\, West Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T173720Z
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UID:12586-1781807400-1782072000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:31st Annual Juneteenth Celebration Unity in the Community
DESCRIPTION:31st Annual Juneteenth Celebration Unity in the Community\nDate: Thursday\, June 18th – Sunday\, June 21st – See dates/times below \nLocation: Gates Park Amphitheater – 620 E Donald St. & Sullivan Park. E 4th & Adams St. Waterloo\, IA \n  \n \n  \nDate: June 18th Gates Park Amphitheater – Waterloo Revue & Talent show \nTime: 6:30-8:30 p.m.  \nLocation: 620 E Donald St. Waterloo IA  \n  \nDate: June 19th – Speakers/Music/Raffles \nTime: 5-9 p.m.  \nLocation: Sullivan Park E. 4th & Adam St.  \n  \nDate: June 20th – Vendors\, Raffles\, Music & More \nTime: 1-8p.m.  \nLocation: Sullivan Park E. 4th & Adams St.  \n  \nDate: June 21st – A Little Bit of This and A Little Bit of That! \nTime: 2-8p.m.  \nLocation: Sullivan Park E. 4th & Adams St.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/31st-annual-juneteenth-celebration-unity-in-the-community/
LOCATION:Sullivan Park\, E 4th & Adams St.\, Waterloo\, IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T220000
DTSTAMP:20260608T193842Z
CREATED:20260608T193842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T193842Z
UID:12598-1781888400-1782079200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Sioux City Iowa Black Pride Family Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:Sioux City\, Iowa Black Pride Family Homecoming\nLocation: Warrior Hotel\, Downtown Sioux City \nDate: June 19 thru June 21st \n \n  \nThe Juneteenth Celebration Sioux City Black Pride Family Homecoming Weekend (June 19–21\, 2026)\, which welcomes former Sioux City residents back for fellowship and celebration. \nThis event not only brings the local black community together but also welcomes back those born in Sioux City who return home during this time to reunite and celebrate. Our goal is to continue building a stronger community for the future through these efforts. \nHow to Attend\n\nDates: June 19–21\, 2026\nMain Event Location: Sanford Community Center\, Sioux City\, IA\nJuneteenth Event: June 19\, 2026\, 5–7 p.m.\nHomecoming Weekend: June 19–21\, 2026 (specific daily schedules to be announced by organizers)
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/sioux-city-iowa-black-pride-family-homecoming/
LOCATION:Warrior Hotel\, 525 6th Street\, Sioux City\, IA\, 51101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260619T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T195601Z
CREATED:20260617T182916Z
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UID:12757-1781891100-1782046800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 16th Annual Forever Resilient Events
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth 16th Annual Forever Resilient Events\nDate: Friday\, June 19th – June 21st \nTimes: See below \nLocations: See below \n \n  \nHighlighting the history of Black Culture through Art\, Performances\, Fashion\, and Food \n\nDubuque’s upcoming Juneteenth celebration weekend will feature three days of activities. \n\n\nThe 16th annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration\, hosted by Dubuque Multicultural Family Center\, will be held June 19-21\, according to an online announcement. \n\n\nA History Retold event will be held from 5:45 to 9 p.m. June 19 at Multicultural Family Center\, 1157 Central Ave. \n\nA Picnic in the Park event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. June 20 at Jackson Park\, 1500 Main St. \n\n\nThe event features a talent show with cash prizes\, raffles\, a bounce house\, all-ages games\, free food and food trucks. \n\n\nA Prayer and Praise event featuring a variety of Dubuque congregations will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 21 at Multicultural Family Center. \n\n\nJuneteenth has been celebrated since June 19\, 1865\, when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston\, Texas\, and issued General Order No. 3\, officially declaring the end of slavery in the state\, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. \n\n\nAlso called Emancipation Day\, Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/history-retold-juneteenth-event/
LOCATION:Multicultural Family Center\, 1157 Central Ave\, Dubuque\, IA\, 52001
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T194329Z
CREATED:20260527T194244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T194329Z
UID:12466-1782648000-1782662400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Pretty Girls Love Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Pretty Girls Love Brunch\nWhere: Bella Love Event Venue\, 8801 University Ave\, Ste 29\, Clive IA \nWhen: Sunday\, June 28th \nTime: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nEARLY BIRD ALERT – $10 off tickets for a limited time! \nPretty Girls Love Brunch is officially happening and we’re kicking things off with a special deal for the girls who move fast. \nUse code SUMMER26 at checkout to grab your ticket for just $30 (regularly $40). This deal expires May 31st – after that\, tickets go back to full price. \nHERE’S WHAT YOU GET: \nBrunch + FREE mimosas the first hour included \nDress Code: Soft Glam – come cute! \nOnly 60 tickets available and this WILL sell out fast! Don’t wait on this one! \nGrab your ticket now: BrunchatBella.eventbrite.com \nDon’t forget to tag a friend who deserves a soft luxury Sunday. \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/pretty-girls-love-brunch/
LOCATION:Bella Love Event Venue\, 8801 University Ave - Ste 29\, Clive\, IA\, 50325\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260703T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T174911Z
CREATED:20260511T174911Z
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UID:12221-1783101600-1783108800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Iowa City Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City Jazz Festival\nLocation: Downtown Iowa City \nDate: July 3\, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa City Jazz Festival\, a Fourth of July weekend tradition filled with world-class jazz\, community energy\, and summer vibes. \n– Two stages packed with live jazz from top national\, international\, and emerging artists\n– Artist & organization booths to explore\n– Delicious food vendors with local and global flavors\n– Beverage garden for refreshing sips while you listen\n– Family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\n– Don’t miss the Iowa City Fireworks on Saturday night at 9:30 PM near the Old Capitol Museum — the perfect ending to a day of music and celebration! \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, gather your friends\, and experience the rhythm of summer in the heart of Iowa City. \nWhether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or just looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend\, this is where the music happens.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-city-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Iowa City\, 125 S Dubuque St\,\, Iowa City\, IA\, IA\, 52240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260704T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260704T213000
DTSTAMP:20260511T175429Z
CREATED:20260511T175348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T175429Z
UID:12225-1783161000-1783200600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Iowa City Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City Jazz Festival\nLocation: Downtown Iowa City \nDate: July 4\, 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Fireworks at 9:30p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa City Jazz Festival\, a Fourth of July weekend tradition filled with world-class jazz\, community energy\, and summer vibes. \n– Two stages packed with live jazz from top national\, international\, and emerging artists\n– Artist & organization booths to explore\n– Delicious food vendors with local and global flavors\n– Beverage garden for refreshing sips while you listen\n– Family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\n– Don’t miss the Iowa City Fireworks on Saturday night at 9:30 PM near the Old Capitol Museum — the perfect ending to a day of music and celebration! \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, gather your friends\, and experience the rhythm of summer in the heart of Iowa City. \nWhether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or just looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend\, this is where the music happens.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-city-jazz-festival-2/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Iowa City\, 125 S Dubuque St\,\, Iowa City\, IA\, IA\, 52240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260704T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260704T203000
DTSTAMP:20260702T170217Z
CREATED:20260702T160319Z
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UID:12863-1783189800-1783197000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Free Flicks - Movies in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Free Flicks – Movies in the Park\nDate: July 4th \nLocation: Union Park\, 2009 Saylor Rd.\, Des Moines\, IA 50313 \nSee all dates and time below \n \nJuly 4th – The Iron Giant – Union Park \nJuly 10th – Zootopia 2 – Weeks Middle School \nJuly 24th – The Little Rascals -Brook Run Park \nAugust 14th – Elio – Reichardt CRC \nAugust 21st – Back to the Future – Gray’s Lake \nJoin us for Free Flicks\, a weekend series throughout the summer featuring outdoor\, family-friendly movies in Des Moines neighborhood parks! \nThe films will be shown on our 17×10 LED Screen. Admission is free for all and blankets\, lawn chairs\, and snacks are encouraged. \n\nCost: Free\nAges: All ages\nTime: Movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise listed.\n\nFree Flicks\n\nUpdate\n\n\nFollow Des Moines Parks and Recreation on our Facebook page or check back here for weather-related updates. \n\n\n\n\n\nMovies will not take place in the event of rain. Watch our Facebook for updates. Please text DSMEVENTS to 84483 to sign up for text alerts regarding weather.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-flicks-movies-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Union Park\, 1801 Pennsylvania Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260705T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260511T180114Z
CREATED:20260511T175925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T180114Z
UID:12227-1783256400-1783263600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Iowa City Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City Jazz Festival\nLocation: Downtown Iowa City \nDate: July 5\, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us in downtown Iowa City for the Iowa City Jazz Festival\, a Fourth of July weekend tradition filled with world-class jazz\, community energy\, and summer vibes. \n– Two stages packed with live jazz from top national\, international\, and emerging artists\n– Artist & organization booths to explore\n– Delicious food vendors with local and global flavors\n– Beverage garden for refreshing sips while you listen\n– Family-friendly atmosphere with something for all ages\n– Don’t miss the Iowa City Fireworks on Saturday night at 9:30 PM near the Old Capitol Museum — the perfect ending to a day of music and celebration! \nBring a blanket or lawn chair\, gather your friends\, and experience the rhythm of summer in the heart of Iowa City. \nWhether you’re a lifelong jazz lover or just looking for the perfect way to celebrate the holiday weekend\, this is where the music happens.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-city-jazz-festival-3/
LOCATION:Downtown\, Iowa City\, 125 S Dubuque St\,\, Iowa City\, IA\, IA\, 52240
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T190000
DTSTAMP:20260703T162014Z
CREATED:20260703T162014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T162014Z
UID:12895-1783587600-1783710000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Free Vision Exam!
DESCRIPTION:Free Vision Clinic\nDate: Thursday & Friday – July 9th – 10th \nTime: 9:00a.m. to 7:00p.m \nLocation: Oakridge Neighborhood Center – Gymnasium – 1401 Center St. Des Moines\, IA 50314 \n  \n \n  \nDeltaVision Free Vision Clinic\nThe DeltaVision Free Vision clinic\, a volunteer-led\, free\, vision clinic is coming to Des Moines on July 9 and 10\, 2026. Services will include a comprehensive vision exam and glasses\, if needed\, during the two-day event. \nVolunteers Needed\nOneSight is providing the vision exam equipment\, glasses\, and clinic management. We are currently looking for ophthalmologists\, optometrists\, opticians\, and medical professionals to provide vision care. The two-day clinic is expected to provide care for over 400+ patients and requires the following volunteers: \n\nOphthalmologists and Optometrists (eye health\, refraction)\nSkilled volunteers (opticians\, medical and vision professionals\, and students for visual acuities\, autorefraction\, dilation and tonometry\, frame fitting)\nGeneral volunteers (data entry\, other duties)\n\n  \nEvent Details\nWhat: Free vision clinic – includes comprehensive vision exam and glasses if needed \nWhen: Clinic hours from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday\, July 9 & Friday\, July 10 \nVolunteer shifts: Volunteers needed from 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Full and half-day shifts available. \nWhere: Oakridge Neighborhood Center – Gymnasium – 1401 Center St. Des Moines\, IA 50314 \nWho: Adults\, seniors and children
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-vision-exam/
LOCATION:Oakridge Neighborhood Center\, 1401 Center St.  \, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260712T220000
DTSTAMP:20260601T170455Z
CREATED:20260601T170455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T170455Z
UID:12484-1783699200-1783893600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Ankeny SummerFest
DESCRIPTION:Ankeny SummerFest\nWhere: The District at Prairie Trails\, 1500 SW Main Street\, Ankeny IA \nTime: 4:00 – 10:00 p.m. \nDate: July 10th – 12th \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnkeny Chamber SummerFest has brought Ankeny and the surrounding metro area together for 3 days of FREE LIVE music\, carnival rides\, great local food and family fun! Every year\, our committee members\, staff and volunteers work hard to bring this festival to life. Come and bring the holiday cheer with our 2026 JINGLE IN JULY theme! So many great activities going on this year. Join us for our Grand Parade that travels through the city of Ankeny to the amazing Fireworks at the end in The District at Prairie Trail\, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/ankeny-summerfest/
LOCATION:Prairie Trails District\, 1500 SW Main Street\, Ankeny\, IA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260702T165801Z
CREATED:20260702T161131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T165801Z
UID:12867-1783708200-1783715400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Free Flicks - Movies in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Free Flicks – Movies in the Park\nDate: July 10th \nLocation: Weeks Middle School Park – 819 East Park Ave\, Des Moines\, IA  50315 \n \nJuly 10th – Zootopia 2 – Weeks Middle School \nJuly 24th – The Little Rascals -Brook Run Park \nAugust 14th – Elio – Reichardt CRC \nAugust 21st – Back to the Future – Gray’s Lake \nJoin us for Free Flicks\, a weekend series throughout the summer featuring outdoor\, family-friendly movies in Des Moines neighborhood parks! \nThe films will be shown on our 17×10 LED Screen. Admission is free for all and blankets\, lawn chairs\, and snacks are encouraged. \n\nCost: Free\nAges: All ages\nTime: Movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise listed.\n\nFree Flicks\n\nUpdate\n\n\nFollow Des Moines Parks and Recreation on our Facebook page or check back here for weather-related updates. \n\n\n\n\n\nMovies will not take place in the event of rain. Watch our Facebook for updates. Please text DSMEVENTS to 84483 to sign up for text alerts regarding weather.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-flicks-movies-in-the-park-2/
LOCATION:Weeks Middle School Park\, 819 East Park Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50315
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T165549Z
CREATED:20260702T153054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T165549Z
UID:12853-1783771200-1783789200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:PEACE IN OUR STREETS BLOCK PARTY
DESCRIPTION:PEACE IN OUR STREETS BLOCK PARTY \nDate: July 11 \nTime: Noon – 5p.m. \nLocation: Creative Vision\, 1343 13th Street\, Des Moines\, IA 50314 \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/peace-in-our-streets-block-party/
LOCATION:Creative Visions\, 1343 13th St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260716T220000
DTSTAMP:20260401T162443Z
CREATED:20260401T162410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T162443Z
UID:11945-1784232000-1784239200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:LIL WAYNE - Casey's Center
DESCRIPTION:LIL WAYNE: 20 YEARS OF CARTER CLASSICS\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Casey’s Center -233 Center Street\, Des Moines\, IA 50309\nTime: 8p.m.\nTickets price starts at $59\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nLil Wayne is one of the most recognizable figures in rap. After becoming the youngest member on Cash Money Records’ roster when he joined the imprint at age 11\, Wayne rose to fame with his group Hot Boys before achieving success as a solo artist. His breakout 2013 solo release\, I Am Not a Human Being II\, yielded four singles on the Billboard Hot 100\, edging out Elvis Presley to position Wayne as the male artist with the most entries on the chart – a whopping 109 in total. His five Grammys and nine No. 1 albums on the Billboard Top Rap Albums chart helped immortalize his trailblazing use of Auto-Tune\, which created a highly melodic hybrid of rap and R&B that has served as a benchmark for many artists following in his path. Lil Wayne has anchored a number of headlining tours throughout his career\, and the rapper is poised to hit the road in 2026 to celebrate the legacy of his iconic Tha Carter album series.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/lil-wayne-caseys-center/
LOCATION:Casey Center\, 233 Center St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T171132Z
CREATED:20260604T171132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171132Z
UID:12546-1784368800-1784383200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Save the Date!  Family and Friends Fest Day
DESCRIPTION:Family and Friends Fest\nTime: 10a.m. – 2p.m. \nLocation: St Paul AME Church\, 1201 Day St. Des Moines\, IA 50314 \n \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/save-the-date-family-and-friends-fest-day/
LOCATION:St. Paul AME Church\, 1201 Day St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260714T035037Z
CREATED:20260714T035037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T035037Z
UID:13021-1784372400-1784379600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:1619 Freedom School Read-In
DESCRIPTION:1619 FREEDOM SCHOOL READ-IN\nLocation: West High School Kersenbrock Auditorium – 425 E Ridgeway Ave\, Waterloo\, IA 50702 \nWhen: July 18\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 a.m. \n \n\nOur Mission\n\n\nThe 1619 Freedom School believes that for children who have been marginalized in our society that education is a revolutionary act. We believe our children are capable of achieving the same as any other child as long as they are given the resources they need to succeed.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/1619-freedom-school-read-in/
LOCATION:West High School\, 425 E Ridgeway Ave\, Waterloo\, IA\, 50702
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T181212Z
CREATED:20260604T180220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T181212Z
UID:12555-1784455200-1784462400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Family & Friends Day
DESCRIPTION:Family and Friends Day \nTime: 10:00 a.m. \nLocation: St. Paul AME Church\, 120 Day St. Des Moines\, IA 50314 \n \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/family-friends-day/
LOCATION:St. Paul AME Church\, 1201 Day St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260706T163933Z
CREATED:20260706T163933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T163933Z
UID:12941-1784914200-1784926800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Evening of Free Food -Fun - Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Evening of Free Food -Fun – Fellowship\nWhen: July 24th \nTime: 5:30p.m. – 9:00p.m. \nLocation: CCI Office -North parking lot 2005 Forest Ave. Des Moines\, IA \n \nEveryone is welcome and it is Free!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/evening-of-free-food-fun-fellowship/
LOCATION:CCI Office\, 2005 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260724T203000
DTSTAMP:20260702T165230Z
CREATED:20260702T161841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T165230Z
UID:12872-1784917800-1784925000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Free Flicks - Movies in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Free Flicks – Movies in the Park\nDate: July 24th \nLocation: Brook Run Park – 4901 E. Douglas Ave. Des Moines\, IA 50009 \n \nJuly 24th – The Little Rascals – Brook Run Park \nAugust 14th – Elio – Reichardt CRC \nAugust 21st – Back to the Future – Gray’s Lake \nJoin us for Free Flicks\, a weekend series throughout the summer featuring outdoor\, family-friendly movies in Des Moines neighborhood parks! \nThe films will be shown on our 17×10 LED Screen. Admission is free for all and blankets\, lawn chairs\, and snacks are encouraged. \n\nCost: Free\nAges: All ages\nTime: Movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise listed.\n\nFree Flicks\n\nUpdate\n\n\nFollow Des Moines Parks and Recreation on our Facebook page or check back here for weather-related updates. \n\n\n\n\n\nMovies will not take place in the event of rain. Watch our Facebook for updates. Please text DSMEVENTS to 84483 to sign up for text alerts regarding weather.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-flicks-movies-in-the-park-3/
LOCATION:Brook Run Park\, 4901 E. Douglas Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50009
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260725T200000
DTSTAMP:20260703T164344Z
CREATED:20260703T164344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T164344Z
UID:12902-1784977200-1785009600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Cornbred Cornbread Renaissance
DESCRIPTION:Cornbred Cornbread Renaissance\nDate: Saturday\, July 25th \nTime: 11:ooa.m to 8:00p.m. \nlocation: Riviera – 410 Corning Ave. Des Moines\, IA \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/cornbred-cornbread-renaissance/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 710 Corning Ave\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260722T172904Z
CREATED:20260722T172904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T172904Z
UID:13158-1785006000-1785016800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:The Midnight Mic: Broadway & Cabaret Lounge
DESCRIPTION:The Midnight Mic: Broadway & Cabaret Lounge\nLocation: 8460 Birchwood Court\, Suite 500\, Johnston\, IA 50131\nTime: 7:00p.m. – 10:00p.m                                                                                                                                                                                Date: July 25\, 2026 \n  \n \nStep into a stunning\, candlelit Broadway & Cabaret pop-up at The Rabbit Room! Whether you’re belting out showstoppers or enjoying local vocalists\, it’s your night.\nYour ticket includes:\n3-hour curated karaoke\n10% off your drink tab\nAccess to our custom “Fruited Fizzy Lift” cocktail\nDouble raffle entry for a Rabbit Room gift card and future VIP tickets\nSeating is strictly limited for this intimate experience\, so we highly recommend securing your tickets in advance!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/the-midnight-mic-broadway-cabaret-lounge/
LOCATION:Broadway & Cabaret Lounge\, 8460 Birchwood Court\, Suite 500\, Johnston\, IA\, 50131
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260726T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T154223Z
CREATED:20260702T154223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T154223Z
UID:12859-1785096000-1785096000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Bounce Out Bash
DESCRIPTION:BOUNCE OUT BASH\nDate: July 25th \nTime: 9:00p.m. to close \nLocation: Hawkeye Elks 1401 E Walker St. Des Moines\, IA \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/bounce-out-bash/
LOCATION:HAWKEYE ELKS LODGE 160\, 1401 E Walker St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T170152Z
CREATED:20260729T165333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T170152Z
UID:13283-1785330000-1785355200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Summer Vibes
DESCRIPTION:Summer Vibes\nTime: Every Wednesday from 1-8p.m. until August 12th \nLocation: Skate South – 10494 County Line Road\, Des Moines\, IA 50320 \n  \n \n  \nSUMMER SKATE WEDNESDAYS at Skate South! \nLooking for affordable summer fun? Join us every Wednesday from 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM for Summer Skate Wednesdays! \n$6.00 Admission\nIncludes Basic or Inline Skate Rental\n7 Hours of Skating Fun\nGreat for Families\, Friends\, and All Ages \nBeat the summer boredom\, stay active\, and make lasting memories on wheels. Whether you’re a first-time skater or a skating pro\, Skate South is the place to be for FUN all summer long! \nEvery Wednesday • 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Only $6.00
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/summer-vibes/
LOCATION:Skate South\, 10494 County Line Road\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50320
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T213439Z
CREATED:20260727T213439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T213439Z
UID:13224-1785866400-1785873600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Convivium Urban Farmstead - Black Men's Wellness Group
DESCRIPTION:Black Men’s Wellness Group\n  \nDate: August 4\, 2026 \nTime: 6-8p.m. \nLocation: Convivium Urban Farmstead\, 2811 Jackson St. Dubuque IA \nFirst Tuesday of each month \n  \n \nConvivium Urban Farmstead is a nonprofit whose mission is to improve life through food. We accomplish our mission through classes\, demonstrations and experiences that use food to foster connection to ourselves\, our community and the environment. These programs cover three areas of the food cycle: the production (GROW)\, prepartion and preservation (COOK) and the sharing and enjoyment of food (EAT). \nConvivium was founded on the idea that most of the world’s problems stems from a lack of connection—to our own health\, to our neighbors and community\, and to the environment. At Convivium\, we hope to foster this connection—or reconnection—to those areas of our lives and we use FOOD to do it. Why food? Because it is universal. Everyone eats! And the ritual of eating is more than just satisfying our hunger—it involves the farmer that grew it; the soul\, sun and rain that gave it life; the person who prepared it; and the people with whom we enjoy it. \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/convivium-urban-farmstead-black-mens-wellness-group/
LOCATION:Convivium Urban Farmstead\, 2811 Jackson St.\, Dubuque\, IA\, 52001
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T170618Z
CREATED:20260729T170618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T170618Z
UID:13291-1785934800-1785960000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Summer Vibes
DESCRIPTION:Summer Vibes\nTime: Every Wednesday from 1-8p.m. until August 12th \nLocation: Skate South – 10494 County Line Road\, Des Moines\, IA 50320 \n  \n \n  \nSUMMER SKATE WEDNESDAYS at Skate South! \nLooking for affordable summer fun? Join us every Wednesday from 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM for Summer Skate Wednesdays! \n$6.00 Admission\nIncludes Basic or Inline Skate Rental\n7 Hours of Skating Fun\nGreat for Families\, Friends\, and All Ages \nBeat the summer boredom\, stay active\, and make lasting memories on wheels. Whether you’re a first-time skater or a skating pro\, Skate South is the place to be for FUN all summer long! \nEvery Wednesday • 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Only $6.00
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/summer-vibes-2/
LOCATION:Skate South\, 10494 County Line Road\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50320
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260728T190450Z
CREATED:20260728T190450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T190450Z
UID:13274-1785952800-1785960000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Your Homeownership Dreams Can Come True!
DESCRIPTION:Your Homeownership Dreams Can Come True!\nDate: August 5\, 2026 \nTime: 6-8p.m. \nLocation: African American Museum of Iowa\, 55 12th Ave\, Cedar Rapids\, IA 52401 \n  \n \n  \nThe next Journey to Homeownership Class is August 5th! \nThere is one in-person class scheduled. Additional classes and events will be added each month.  Please use the links below to register (registration required).  \n Click here to register! *** Tickets open starting July 24th\, at 8:30 AM ***  \nQuestions: Contact Bridgett Robinson or call 515-273-1373. \nAs the One Economy report\, The State of Black Polk County\, points out\, there is a large disparity in homeownership for the Black/African American community. Many capable African American families are losing out on the opportunity to own their own home in a neighborhood they either grew up in or raised children in. This\, in turn\, decreases the chances of generational wealth with these families. \nFor more information on the One Economy Reports\, please visit their website! \nNFC knows that our programs may not fit a borrower’s exact situation\, but there are several other programs throughout the community that may fit your needs. Though this program is originally being launched to serve African American households\, it will be extended to other communities of color in the future.  \nThis program is made possible through the CDFI Fund and donors to date: Wells Fargo Housing Foundation\, MDRC at The Bridge\, and private donations.  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/your-homeownership-dreams-can-come-true/
LOCATION:African American Museum of Iowa\, 55 12th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T190000
DTSTAMP:20260806T190207Z
CREATED:20260806T190207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T190207Z
UID:13546-1786006800-1786820400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Polk County Back to School Events
DESCRIPTION:Polk County Back to School Events\nSee all dates\, time\, and locations below.\n  \n \n  \nAugust 5th\, 5-7:00 p.m. – Hope in Des Moines\, MLK Jr\, Park\, – 1650 Garfield Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA 50316 \nAugust 23rd\, 2-5:00 p.m. – Reichardt Community Rec. Center – 915 College Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA 50314 \nAugust 15th\, beginning at 9:00 a.m. – Grandview Church – 2736 Hubbell Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA 50317 \nAugust 9th\, 1-3:00 p.m. – Ewing Park – 5100 Indianola Ave.\, Easter Lake Area\, Des Moines\, IA 50315 \nAugust 6th\, 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Primary Health Care – 2401 SE 14th St. Des Moines\, IA \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/polk-county-back-to-school-events/
LOCATION:IA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260806T182419Z
CREATED:20260806T182419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T182419Z
UID:13541-1786280400-1786291200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Free Back-To-School Event
DESCRIPTION:D.R.Horton America’s Builders – Free Back-To-School Event\nWhen: August 9\, 2026 \nWhere: Brody’s Landing by D.R. Horton (Model Home) – 504 Quetzal Drive\, Norwalk\, IA 50211 \nTime: 1-4:00 p.m. \n  \n \n  \nJoin us for a fun afternoon with the whole family! Back to school supplies\, hotdogs\, and refreshments\, while supplies last.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-back-to-school-event/
LOCATION:D.R. Horton – Brody’s Landing\, 504 Quetzal Drive\, Norwalk\, IA\, 50211
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T170915Z
CREATED:20260729T170915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T170915Z
UID:13293-1786539600-1786564800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Summer Vibes
DESCRIPTION:Summer Vibes\nTime: 1-8p.m. \nLocation: Skate South – 10494 County Line Road\, Des Moines\, IA 50320 \n  \n \n  \nLooking for affordable summer fun? Join us from 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM for Summer Skate \n$6.00 Admission\nIncludes Basic or Inline Skate Rental\n7 Hours of Skating Fun\nGreat for Families\, Friends\, and All Ages \nBeat the summer boredom\, stay active\, and make lasting memories on wheels. Whether you’re a first-time skater or a skating pro\, Skate South is the place to be for FUN all summer long! \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/summer-vibes-3/
LOCATION:Skate South\, 10494 County Line Road\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50320
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260729T162918Z
CREATED:20260729T162918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T162918Z
UID:13279-1786640400-1786647600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Social Studio OS - A Smarter System Stronger Results
DESCRIPTION:Social Studio OS – A Smarter System Stronger Results\nTime: 5-7 P.m. \nLocation: Eastern Iowa Community College\, 101 W. 3rd Street\, Room #133\, Davenport\, IA 52801 \n  \n \nSocial Studio OS™ Product Launch & Business Networking Event \nJoin us for the official launch of Social Studio OS™\, McFarlane Marketing’s human led\, AI assisted social media operating system. \nExperience a live demo and discover how AI and proven marketing strategies work together to create stronger content\, increase engagement\, and drive measurable growth. Network with fellow business owners\, enjoy light refreshments\, and enter for a chance to win a 3 month Social Media Management Package valued at over $4\,000.\nFree to attend. Register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/q19san9Msg \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/social-studio-os-a-smarter-system-stronger-results/
LOCATION:Eastern Iowa Community College\, 101 W. 3rd Street\, Community Room 133\, Davenport\, IA\, 52801
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