12+ Reasons to Love the Valley Community Center in West Des Moines, Iowa The Valley Community Center, located in West Des Moines, opened in 2013. The community center is owned and operated by Valley Church, located across the street. The center is located on a 35-acre campus and seeks to provide services and partnerships with the community through classes, open gym, play areas, and other special programs. It is a huge asset for families in...
Valentine Dances and Events in Des Moines 2024 It is that time of year to grab your little one and celebrate Valentine’s Day in Des Moines. From Valentine's dances to fun events and activities, there are many upcoming events to celebrate the season of love. We will update this page as we see more Valentine's dances and events released. Have something to add? Please email us with the details and we will get it added! Bookmark some...
Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in January Don’t let the winter blues get you down! We have hockey, the rodeo, and a few festivals to keep you going. Grab a cup of coffee and plan your January in Des Moines. Check out these other fun winter resources to keep you busy all season long: Sledding in Des Moines Ice Skating in Des Moines Snowshoeing in Des Moines 10+ Fun Ways to Play...
Organized Activities for Babies and Toddlers in Des Moines The best advice I was given as a first-time mom was to get out of the house with my kids. Not only does it help boost your mood but your baby or toddler tends to love to explore different environments too. We have art, music, gymnastics, dance, and some pretty great library storytimes in Des Moines. Check out our list of all the baby and toddler...
Des Moines Parent Spotlight: Lisa Even a Joy Connoisseur Lisa Even wears lots of hats: She’s a speaker. A facilitator. A coach. And, most fondly, a “joy connoisseur.” She does SO much, so you should check her out. Des Moines Parent connected with Lisa to learn more about her and her journey. Give us a little background on yourself. I grew up in a small farming town in eastern Iowa called Independence, and then after...