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SUMMARY:Disco Diva’s Back to the 70s
DESCRIPTION:Disco Diva’s Back to the 70s\n\nDate: Sunday\, August 31\, 2025\nTime: 7:30 pm\nLocation: Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park\n\nPut on your platform shoes and dance! Disco Divas joins the Orchestra\, celebrating the reigning Queens of Disco: Donna Summer\, Gloria Gayner\, Patti LaBelle\, Chaka Khan & the one and only Diana Ross\, along with classic Disco hits from Earth\, Wind & Fire\, The Bee Gees and more. Join the Symphony for free\, family-friendly performances at the Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/disco-divas-back-to-the-70s/
LOCATION:Lauridsen Amphitheater at Water Works Park\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sista Soul Fest - DSM 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nSista Soul Fest 0f DSM 2025\n \n  \nJoin us for the 6th AnnualSista Soul Fest – Des MoinesSunday\, August 31\, 2025\,11 AM – 4 PMEvelyn Davis Park\, 1400 Forest Ave!\nThis year’s theme\, “Empowerment Through Unity\,” celebrates the strength\, creativity\, and brilliance of women—especially women of color—through entrepreneurship\, artistry\, healing\, and sisterhood.\n Over 50 women-led vendors Live music + entertainment “Bring the Smoke” BBQ Competition Kulture Kidz Zone & family-friendly activities Community resources Free + open to the public!\nMark your calendars and meet us in the park for an unforgettable day of soul\, community\, and celebration.\nTo Be a Vendor\, Sponsor\, Volunteer or a Center Stage Performer Please visit www.sistasoulfest.com for more information
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/sista-soul-fest-dsm-2025/
LOCATION:Evelyn K Davis Park\, 1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250828T213000
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SUMMARY:Music in the Junction
DESCRIPTION:The Feel Right Band- Music in the Junction\nThursday nights only – July through September\, 2025 \n\n\n\nThe Feel Right is a smooth blend of neo-soul\, Pop\, R&B\, and jazz sounds\, led by The Voice Season 14 finalist Sharane Calister and backed by five of Des Moines’ top musicians and singers. Just like their name says\, The Feel Right comes to make you “feel right all night.”\nValley Junction is the place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights July through September. The beverage garden in Railroad Park opens at 5:00 with live music at 6:00 pm.\nFree & all ages\nMusic in the Junction is the weekly concert series in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market. More info on these events and others in Valley Junction\, visit https://valleyjunction.com/upcoming-events/
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/the-feel-right-music-in-the-junction/
LOCATION:Farmers Market – Valley Junction\, 5th St. and Railroad Park - 401 Railroad PL\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250822T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T215322Z
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SUMMARY:Free Flick - Movies in the Park
DESCRIPTION:Free Flick Movie in the Park – Moana 2\n \nDate: Friday\, Aug. 22nd \nTime: 6:30 p.m. \nLocation: Gray’s Lake Park – 2101 Fleur Ave\, Des Moines\, IA \nBring your blanket and chairs come enjoy the movie. Cost is free and open to public.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-flick-movies-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Grays Lake Park\, 2101 Fluer Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50315
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
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SUMMARY:Music in the Junction
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Junction\nThursday nights only – July through September\, 2025 \n\n\n\nValley Junction is the place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights July through September. The beverage garden in Railroad Park opens at 5:00 with live music at 6:00 pm.\nFree & all ages\nMusic in the Junction is the weekly concert series in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market. More info on these events and others in Valley Junction\, visit https://valleyjunction.com/upcoming-events/
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/music-in-the-junction-7/
LOCATION:Valley Junction\, 5th St\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250817T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250817T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250725T191833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T172341Z
UID:10407-1755439200-1755450000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:The 20th Annual Back 2 School Bash
DESCRIPTION:The 20th Annual Back 2 School Bash\nDate: Sunday\, August 17th \nLocation: Evelyn K. Davis Park – 1400 Forest Ave. Des Moines\, IA 50314 \nTime: 2p.m. to 5p.m. \n#MoreThanSchoolSupplies ✏️ FREE School Supplies for the first 1500 students 🍔🌭FREE LUNCH (hot) Hairstylist 💈💁🏾‍♀️ & barbers Carnival Games LIVE Entertainment Fresh Produce 🥕🥒🌽 Community Resource Fair Bike\, laptop\, gift card giveaways 🎖️Prizes + MORE
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/the-20th-annual-back-2-school-bash/
LOCATION:Evelyn K Davis Park\, 1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250725T194203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T194203Z
UID:10412-1755342000-1755360000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Free Community Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Free Community Carnival\nDate: Saturday August 16th \nLocation: Evelyn K. Davis Park – 1400 forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50314 \nTime: 11 – 4 p.m. \nEveryone is invited!
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/free-community-carnival/
LOCATION:Evelyn K Davis Park\, 1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250816T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
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SUMMARY:The Communities Outreach and Carnival
DESCRIPTION:The Communities Outreach and Carnival\nThe Jeremiah Project with Mt. Hebron – 1338 9th Street Des Moines\, Iowa 50314\n  \nMonica Muhammad                                                      Claudia Hawkins                                                  Angela Young\n(515) 867-6127                                                                (515) 991-8961                                                      (515) 240-7914                Monicamuhammad2@gmail.com                              Hawkins1139@gmail.com                                  TheCommOutreach@yahoo.com \nThe Communities Outreach is excited to host another free Community Outreach Carnival this year. We’re reaching out for your support in making this event a larger impact. Our mission is to empower\, educate\, and bring families and communities together. \nThe event will be held on Saturday\, August 16\, 2025 at Evelyn Davis Park located at 1400 Forest Avenue\, Des Moines\, Iowa. The time will be 11AM-4PM. It is free and open to the public. \nSince its establishment in 1999\, the carnival has consistently provided support to families in economically diverse communities\, along with the general public. Over the years\, the event has impacted more than $6\,000 individuals mainly from Des Moines and the surrounding areas. \n* We invite your organization to set up a booth. Please bring your own table and chair\, a tent is optional\, maybe necessary unless in shaded area. This is a great marketing and free event and we ask that nothing is sold. There is no cost to have a booth however we do invite your business/organization to sponsor any part of the event\, if possible. We have received sponsorships from $25.00 on up or feel free to purchase school supplies. \nThis carnival continues to feed the community\, along with showcasing multicultural activities\, inflatable rides\, games\, prizes\, performing arts\, and life enhancing resources aimed at fostering healthier and stronger communities. \nThis initiative supports educational equality outreach\, through the provision of school supplies\, while also offering families an opportunity to receive complimentary clothing and essential items\, and to engage with a broad range of community resources. Attendees will benefit from services provided by organizations dedicated to advancing education\, health\, nutrition\, and overall community well-being. In addition\, local financial institutions will be present to share information about educational workshops\nand provide one-on-one coaching in areas of investment\, savings\, and money management. \nTo schedule a booth\, please contact Monica Muhammad at above info \nNote: If sponsoring please write check to:\nThe Jeremiah Project. ℅ Angela Young\n935 24th Street\nDes Moines\, IA 50312
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/the-communities-outreach-and-carnival/
LOCATION:Evelyn K Davis Park\, 1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250722T195932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T152201Z
UID:10336-1755288000-1755288000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Fresh Friday - Special Guest DJ from Minneapolis
DESCRIPTION:Fresh Friday – Special Guest DJ from Minneapolis\nDate: August 15\, 2025 \nTime: 8pm to close \nlocation: Elk’s Lodge\, 1401 E Walker Street\, Des Moines\, IA 50316 \nCost: $10 \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/southern-soul-artist-blaqran/
LOCATION:HAWKEYE ELKS LODGE 160\, 1401 E Walker St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250815T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250702T193005Z
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SUMMARY:Inside Out 2   (Rated PG)
DESCRIPTION:Movie – Inside Out 2   (Rated PG)\nJoin us for Free Flicks\, a Friday night series throughout the summer of outdoor 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\n\n\nCost: Free\nAges: All ages\nTime:  Friday\, August 15th. Movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise listed.\nLocation: Evelyn K. Davis Park (1400 Forest Ave) Des Moines\, IA 50314.\n\n\n\n  \n \n  \nInside Out 2 is rated PG\, which is appropriate for general audiences but may contain some material that parents would want to know about. The movie deals with the complexities of puberty and adolescence\, introducing new emotions like Anxiety\, Envy\, Embarrassment\, and Ennui alongside the original emotions. 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/inside-out-2-rated-pg/
LOCATION:Evelyn K Davis Park\, 1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50314\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T210000
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CREATED:20250430T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T161250Z
UID:9410-1755198000-1755205200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:My Cousin Tiera
DESCRIPTION:My Cousin Tiera – Funny Bone Comedy Club\n \n\nAges 21 and up\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 14\n\nDoors: 6pm // Show: 7pm\n$25 to $35\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing Options:\n\n• 2 Person Shared Table\n• 4 Person Table\n\nVIP Tables Include Preferred Seating\n\nThe 2 Person Shared Table selection is not a private table. You will be seated with other guests from a separate party at the same table.\n\nSeating is now done by the date and time of the purchase / reservation. You will be assigned tables by purchase date. Reservations that were made under the same first and last name will automatically be seated together. If you wish to sit with another party\, you must contact the Box Office in advance.\n\n\nAbout the Artist\nTiera is a stand-up comedian born and raised on the west side of Chicago\, IL. She’s known for making the world laugh via her viral videos on Facebook and Instagram.  She is more than just an internet sensation.  From the first time she touched the mic in 2016\, she’s been rocking shows across the globe.  She takes pride in her raw and relatable comedy and she’s a great storyteller.  She has shared the stage with a variety of established comedians such as Damon Williams\, Bill Bellamy\, Melanie Cormacho\, TK Kirkland\, etc.  In 2022\, she advanced as a FINALIST with outstanding number in Kenan Thompson’s “Road to New York” comedy competition and the list goes on.  Additionally\, in 2022\, she made her featured debut in an upcoming film titled “Comedy Lights The Dark!”  Her relatability and catchy phrases are guaranteed to make you laugh
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/my-cousin-tiera/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Comedy Club\, 560 S Prairie View Dr #10\, West Des Moines\, IA 50266\, IA\, 50266
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250814T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250708T194444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T194444Z
UID:10049-1755194400-1755207000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Music in the Junction
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Junction\nThursday nights only – July through September\, 2025 \n\n\n\nValley Junction is the place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights July through September. The beverage garden in Railroad Park opens at 5:00 with live music at 6:00 pm.\nFree & all ages\nMusic in the Junction is the weekly concert series in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market. More info on these events and others in Valley Junction\, visit https://valleyjunction.com/upcoming-events/
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/music-in-the-junction-6/
LOCATION:Valley Junction\, 5th St\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250810T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250810T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250723T155347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T155347Z
UID:10347-1754816400-1754830800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness - Never Settle Day
DESCRIPTION:Health and Wellness – Never Settle Day\nDate: Sunday\, August 10th\, \nTime: 9:00a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: Water Works Park – 2201 George Flag Pkwy \nNever Settle Day is a high-energy\, community-driven event that celebrates mental wellness\, physical fitness\, and the unshakable belief that you should never give up on yourself. This day is dedicated to movement\, mindfulness\, and motivation—bringing together individuals\, athletes\, creatives\, and businesses for a powerful experience that fuels both body and mind. \nWhether you’re running the 5K\, flowing through yoga\, grinding through a workout\, or dancing with joy\, Never Settle Day is a reminder to always show up for yourself and your community. \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/health-and-wellness-never-settle-day/
LOCATION:Water Works Park\, 2251 George Flagg Pkwy\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50321
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T220000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250702T191447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T191447Z
UID:9971-1754769600-1754776800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Zathura: A Space Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Movie – Zathura: A Space Adventure\nJoin us for Free Flicks\, a Friday night series throughout the summer of outdoor 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: Saturday\, August 9th. Movies will begin at 8:00 p.m. unless otherwise listed.\nLocation: Ewing Park (STAR Party – 5300 Indianola Ave) Des Moines\, IA\n\n \nTwo young brothers are drawn into an intergalactic adventure when their house is hurled through the depths of space by the magical board game they are playing.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/zathura-a-space-adventure/
LOCATION:Ewing Park\, 5300 Indianola Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50320
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250809T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250804T171333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T171333Z
UID:10462-1754755200-1754766000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Back to School Bash
DESCRIPTION:Back to School Bash\nDate: August 9\, 2025 \nTime: 4:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. \nLocation: Evergreen Park – 2135 E Park Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50320 \nEVERYONE IS INVITED! Join us for our Back to School Bash at Evergreen Park with FREE school supply giveaway & FREE yummy food. There will also be music\, games\, sports & a ton of fun! Bring the whole family.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/back-to-school-bash/
LOCATION:Evergreen Park\, 2135 E Park Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50320\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250807T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250708T194209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T194209Z
UID:10047-1754589600-1754602200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Music in the Junction
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Junction\nThursday nights only – July through September\, 2025 \n\n\n\nValley Junction is the place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights July through September. The beverage garden in Railroad Park opens at 5:00 with live music at 6:00 pm.\nFree & all ages\nMusic in the Junction is the weekly concert series in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market. More info on these events and others in Valley Junction\, visit https://valleyjunction.com/upcoming-events/
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/music-in-the-junction-5/
LOCATION:Valley Junction\, 5th St\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250808T000000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250722T194229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T194229Z
UID:10329-1754557200-1754611200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Iowa Days 2025
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Days 2025\nDates:  Thursday\, 07 Aug\, 2025 at 09:00 am – Sat\, 09 Aug\, 2025 at 12:00 am (CDT) \nLocations: Renaissance Savory Hotel Des Moines\, Iowa \n \nThursday\, 07 Aug\, 2025 at 09:00 am – Sat\, 09 Aug\, 2025 at 12:00 am (CDT) \nInformal Dance (Friday Night) prices $25 single – $40 couples \nFormal Dance (Saturday Night) prices $30 single – $45 couples \n  \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/iowa-days-2025/
LOCATION:Renaissance Savory Hotel\, 401 Locust Street\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250807
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250818
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250620T171129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T172102Z
UID:9889-1754524800-1755475199@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:2025 Iowa State Fair
DESCRIPTION:2025 Iowa State Fair\nAugust 7th – 17th\, 2025 \nHours: 8:00 a.m. to Midnight. \nThe internationally acclaimed Iowa State Fair is the single largest event in the state of Iowa and one of the oldest and largest agricultural and industrial expositions in the country. Annually attracting more than a million people from all over the world\, the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines is Iowa’s great celebration\, a salute to the state’s best in agriculture\, industry\, entertainment and achievement. \n  \nAdvance Adult Admission (Ages 12 and up): $11 ($16 at the gate) \nAdvance Child Admission (Ages 6-11): $7 ($10 at the gate)\n \nAdmission ticket is valid for one admission to the Iowa State Fair for any one day\, August 7-17\, 2025. \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/2025-iowa-state-fair/
LOCATION:Iowa State Fair\, 3000 E Grand Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50317\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250722T185317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T185317Z
UID:10325-1754132400-1754161200@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Clowns at the Carousal
DESCRIPTION:Clowns at the Carousal\nLocation: Union Park – 1801 Pennsylvania Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50316 \nDate: August 2\, 2025 \n \n  \nAn afternoon of free fun with carousel rides\, food\, music\, entertainment\, safety street public information\, clowns\, and more! Don’t miss it! This is the final year this event will be offered! Tickets are .50 cents for kids and $1.00 for adults. You may also rent the Carousel for your next birthday party or event! \n  \nOpen: Tuesday – Sunday\n11 am to 7 pm.\nUnion Park\, Des Moines\, IA
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/clowns-at-the-carousal/
LOCATION:Union Park\, 1801 Pennsylvania Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250802T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250725T195233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T195233Z
UID:10415-1754132400-1754146800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Hope in Des Moines Community Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Hope in Des Moines Community Outreach\nDate: Saturday\, August 2nd \nLocation: Martin Luther King Park\, 1650 Garfield Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50316 \nTime: 11 – 3 p.m. \nEveryone is invited!! \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/hope-in-des-moines-community-outreach/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Park\, 1650 Garfield Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250430T170904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T170904Z
UID:9408-1754074800-1754082000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Desi Banks: The Elevation Tour
DESCRIPTION:Desi Banks: The Elevation Tour\n \n\nAges 21 and up\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, August 01 and Saturday\, August 2nd\n\nDoors: 6pm // Show: 7pm\n$35 to $45\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicketing Options:\n• 2 Person Shared Table\n• 4 Person Table\n\nVIP Tables Include Preferred Seating\n\nThe 2 Person Shared Table selection is not a private table. You will be seated with other guests from a separate party at the same table.\n\n\nAbout the Artist:\nDesi Banks is the ultimate triple threat – actor\, stand-up comedian\, podcaster\, and entrepreneur who’s taking the entertainment world by storm. Having built a strong social media influence he’s amassed an immense following of over 19 million fans across various platforms and is swiftly becoming a household name: known for his razor-sharp wit and hilarious comedic timing. As an executive\, he’s the CEO and founder of Desi Banks Productions.\nIn 2024\, he embarked on his own 50-city tour\, selling out headline dates\, with nearly 52\,000 tickets sold. He’s a favorite at colleges\, a hit at comedy clubs\, and has effortlessly transitioned into theaters and arenas; Touring with heavyweights like Mike Epps\, Deray Davis\, Kountry Wayne\, Gary Owens\, Lavell Crawford\, and more. In 2024\, he joined Martin Lawrence on the “Y’all Know What It Is!” tour in Las Vegas\, Los Angeles\, and Oakland. With his ever- growing fanbase\, Desi is undoubtedly one of stand-up’s brightest stars of today and the future.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/desi-banks-the-elevation-tour/
LOCATION:Funny Bone Comedy Club\, 560 S Prairie View Dr #10\, West Des Moines\, IA 50266\, IA\, 50266
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250801T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T205139Z
UID:9861-1754035200-1754067600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Put the Guns Down Talent Show
DESCRIPTION:Save the date – September 2025 – Put the Guns Down Talent Show\n  \nDate\, Time & promo videos coming soon!!!! \n\nLooking for More talent :\n\n\n* Rappers\n* Singer\n* R&B Bands\n* Rock Band\n* Guitarist\n* Drummers\n* Dancers\n* Magicians\n* Comedians\n* Poets\n* Unique Talents\n* Etc…\n\n\nIf you got talent we want you!\n\n\nSend All Demo song\, Audition videos etc… To\n\n\nYouthofamericacri@gmail.com\n\n\nWe will start choosing more people to fill up time slots soon.\n\n\nAgain this your direct connect to Hollywood. You can be Recording in a professional Studio in Hollywood & shaking hands with one of the next up & coming Artist out of LA. Don’t miss out or fumble it. The Agora Event Center in Clive\, Iowa\, is hosting a “Put The Guns Down & Pick The Mic Up” talent show on September 6th or 20th\, 2025. This event is organized by Youth Of America Community Resource Inc.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/put-the-guns-down-talent-show/
LOCATION:Agora Event Center\, 7692 Hickman Rd\, Des Moines\,\, IA\, 50324
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250731T213000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250708T193913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T193913Z
UID:10045-1753984800-1753997400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Music in the Junction
DESCRIPTION:Music in the Junction\nThursday nights only – July through September\, 2025 \n\n\n\nValley Junction is the place to be in Central Iowa on Thursday nights July through September. The beverage garden in Railroad Park opens at 5:00 with live music at 6:00 pm.\nFree & all ages\nMusic in the Junction is the weekly concert series in the beverage garden of the Valley Junction Farmers Market. More info on these events and others in Valley Junction\, visit https://valleyjunction.com/upcoming-events/
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/music-in-the-junction-4/
LOCATION:Valley Junction\, 5th St\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250709T174518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T174518Z
UID:10079-1753876800-1753880400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Black Iowa News Virtual Statewide Call
DESCRIPTION:Black Iowa News Virtual Statewide Call\nWe need to talk. Register via zoom\, scan below \nPlease join us 12:00p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays only.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/black-iowa-news-virtual-statewide-call-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250725T193334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T193334Z
UID:10410-1753812000-1753821000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Inspire Hope Union Park
DESCRIPTION:Inspire Hope Union Park – We are About to Inspire Hope!\nDate: July 29th\, 2025 \nLocation: Union Park – 2009 Saylor Road\, Des Moines IA\, 50313 \nTime: 6-8:30 p.m. \n\nBring the family!!\nALL are welcome!!\n\n\n See ya there! \n\n\n#InspireHope #safefamiliesforchildren\n#stepsofhopeiowa #nostigma #noshame #justlove #freehugsandnarcan\n\n–
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/inspire-hope-union-park/
LOCATION:Union Park\, 1801 Pennsylvania Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50316\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250729T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250702T210458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T210522Z
UID:9987-1753810200-1753822800@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Jazz in July
DESCRIPTION:Jazz in July\nThis free summer program wouldn’t be possible without the help of its premier sponsor\, Principal Foundation\, as well as expertise from Jazz in July’s Arts Advisor John Krantz. \nTuesday\, July 295:30-7:15 PM: The Trumpethood outside on EMC Plaza Stage7:30-9:00 PM: Motown Jazz inside on Theater Stage [feat. vocalists from Grammy-winning group Sounds of Blackness] \nPatrons are encouraged to bring a blanket and lawn chairs to spread out and enjoy the music outside. Attendees will be able to purchase food as well as beverages provided by the venue on site. Events will go on\, rain or shine \n 
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/9987/
LOCATION:Hoyt Sherman Place\, 1501 Woodland Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309-3213
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250703T171331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250703T171331Z
UID:9993-1753549200-1753563600@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Mama Africa First Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Mama Africa First Anniversary\nDate: Saturday\, July 26th\, 5-9p.m. \nlocation: Valley Junction\, West Des Moines \n \nTickets are limited and will not be sold at the door.\nJoin us for an unforgettable celebration as Mama Africa proudly marks its FIRST ANNIVERSARY! And what better day to celebrate than our Independence Day？\nAt Mama Africa\, we believe in community\, unity\, inclusion\, and love\, so bring the whole family\, as this event is designed for everyone! Get ready to treat your taste buds with ALL you can EAT mouthwatering dishes that showcase the rich flavors of Liberian cuisine. Feel the rhythm and let loose with lively traditional music\, art\, and culture.\nWe’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all ages. Kids will have a blast with games and interactive activities tailored just for them\, all while learning about our vibrant culture.\nThis event is all about coming together as a community\, and we couldn’t have made it through our first year without your support. Let’s celebrate our achievements and the wonderful connections we’ve built together! We can’t wait to see you there!\n\nTickets are available for purchase on eventbrite. Please see link below. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1383236119469?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/mama-africa-first-anniversary/
LOCATION:Valley Junction\, 5th St\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T140000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250725T200423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T201006Z
UID:10405-1753538400-1753538400@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Save the Date - 20th Annual Back 2 School Bash
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE\n20th Annual Back 2 School Bash!\nDate: August 17\, 2025 \nLocation: Evelyn K. Davis Park\, (1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50314) \nTime: 2-5 p.m. \n  \n \n  \n\nThis year the original Back 2 School Bash will be held on Sunday\, August 17th at a NEW LOCATION: Evelyn K. Davis Park (1400 Forest Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50314) from 2-5 PM.\n\n\nOver 1200 students will walk away with FREE school supplies plus much more. To help make this event a success we need your helping hands!\n\n\nVisit https://www.back2schooliowa.org/volunteer to signup for a volunteer shift today!\n\n\nYou can also donate by texting “B2SIA” to 44-321 or visiting https://tinyurl.com/DonateB2SB2025\n\n\n#MoreThanSchoolSupplies #B2SB2025 #CommUNITYImpact
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/save-the-date-20th-annual-back-2-school-bash/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250618T175111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T193237Z
UID:9826-1753527600-1753560000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Corn Bred Cornbread Renaissance
DESCRIPTION:Corn Bred Cornbread Renaissance\nHave Fun\nEnjoy the best cornbread in the state\, live music\, and fun activities for the whole family. \nBring your friends and family to enjoy the festival. \n\nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025\n11:00 A.M. 8:00 P.M.\n\nGreat Performers\nMeet amazing performers. Enjoy the best music\, dance\, and entertainment. \nNew People\nAll are welcome to be unapologetically corny. We are all corn bred. We are all corn bread.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/corn-bred-cornbread-renaissance/
LOCATION:Riverview Park\, 710 Corning Ave\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50313
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250726T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T123446
CREATED:20250617T214149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T214607Z
UID:9807-1753524000-1753542000@blackiowanews.com
SUMMARY:Summer Fest Pleasant Hill
DESCRIPTION:Summer Fest: Parade and Family Friendly Activities\n\n\nSaturday\, July 26\, 2025\n10:00 a.m. – 3:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n4390 E. University Ave\nPleasant Hill\, IA 50327\n\n\nJoin for our Annual Summer Fest.\nWe will have a parade through town starting at 10\nFamily activities run Noon- 3\n\nParade at 10:00 a.m. Family Friendly Activities\, Car Show\, Vendor Fair 12-3 p.m.
URL:https://blackiowanews.com/event/pleasant-hill-summer-fest/
LOCATION:Cooper Creek Lake\, 4390 E University Ave\, Pleasant Hill\, IA\, 50327
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