1 week ago
We have the low round tables in the Crescent Room. 1st beer on the house!
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2 weeks ago
GOOD LUCK TO OUR IOWA TEAMS IN THE 2023 NCAA BASKETBALL TOURNAMENTS!!!
We also want to welcome Howard University, University of Kansas, University of Illinois, University of Arkansas, Colgate University, Penn State University, and Texas A&M who are playing in Des Moines on March 16 and 18!!! Thanks for being downtown and best of luck!!!
(Photos compliments of Jim Cushing)
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4 weeks ago
It’s started!!
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4 weeks ago
We're a go! The wind is in our favor which means that we'll be bringing bright balloons to #downtownDSM for the Great DSM Hot Air Balloon Hunt with National Balloon Classic tonight, Saturday, March 4 at 6 p.m.! Stay tuned for more information on locations.
Will we see you downtown for the event? Let us know if the comments! #downtownDSM
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4 weeks ago
The Great DSM Hot Air Balloon Hunt is back! Keep your eye out for beautiful balloons that will glow all throughout #downtownDSM on Saturday, March 4, weather permitting. Make sure you grab some #DSMlocal eats and treats before and after you visit the hot air balloons!
Don't forget to post your best photos of the Hot Air Balloons on social media using #downtownDSM on Saturday for a chance to win a chance for you and a guest to fly in a hot air balloon ride at the National Balloon Classic, scheduled for July 28 – Aug. 5 (normally a $500+ value). Participants will be limited to one entry.
Learn more about the event: bit.ly/3Zvxo44.
The Great DSM Hot Air Balloon Hunt is produced by the Greater Des Moines Partnership and sponsored by Principal Financial Group, MidAmerican Energy, Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack & Hotel and Bravo Greater Des Moines.
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1 month ago
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE:
The DNA's public board meeting is set for Wednesday, 3/1/23 at 5:45 PM in Meeting Room 1 of the Central Library. We will begin discussing events committees for National Night Out, Des Moines Art Week, and more! If you're interested in serving on a committee, please attend for more information.
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3.1.23 DNA Meeting Agenda
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Meeting Agenda Meeting: Des Moines Central Library, Meeting Room 1 March 1, 2023 – 5:45 PM - 7:45 PM *Call to Order Order of Business Subject to Change Depending on Attendees Introduction of New Boa...
1 month ago
Save the date for the 2023 World Food & Music Festival which will make its return on Friday, Aug. 25 – Sunday, Aug. 27 at Western Gateway Park in #downtownDSM.
Applications to participate in the 2023 Festival are now open. Food vendors, merchants, nonprofits and entertainers that are interested in applying can find more information on The Festival’s website. Applications will close on Friday, March 31.
Learn more: bit.ly/3Kulinc. #globalDSM #DSMUSA
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