Terrific Turtles
Ever seen a turtle up close? Would you like to? Join DCCB at Voas Nature Area to learn about wild turtles, meet our education turtle, and learn how you can help them cross roads. This is a live animal program.
Health & Wellness Night
4-7 p.m. Thursday, July 18 on 2nd Street, Perry.
Join us for the Perry Farmers Market from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday, but especially on the Third Thursday of the month for special events! Thursday, July 18 is Health & Wellness Night at the 2024 Perry Farmers Market. In addition to regular market vendors with their abundant fresh produce, various special guests will be joining us to help you feel a bit more healthy and well. Special guests will include Perry New Opportunities, Dallas County Health Department, Perry Lutheran Homes and ISU Extension. Look for more information on the Perry Farmers' Market Facebook page.
Perry's 2nd Street Block Party
5-10 p.m. Friday, July 19 on 2nd Street, Perry.
Join the Perry Chamber on Friday, July 19 for the 3rd Annual 2nd Street Block Party in Downtown Perry with live music by Oreo Meatwagon Trio. 2nd Street will be closed between Lucinda and Warford Streets for a street dance. The event entrance will be located at the intersection of Warford & 2nd Streets, with the band set up near Lucinda Street in front of Ben's Five & Dime. Come on out and join the Perry Chamber for an evening full of fun! Admission will be taken at the entrance and must be 21+ to enter. Proceeds support the Perry Chamber of Commerce.
Cardboard Boat Regatta
6 p.m. Friday, July 19 at Adel Family Aquatic Center.
Gather your crew, build your ship and race across the high seas of the Adel Family Aquatic Center on Friday, July 19. Boats arrive at 5:30 p.m. and the races will follow at 6 p.m. Come up with a theme and get creative - dress the part! Awards will be given to the top finishers as well as special awards for best design, best theme, most epic sinkage. For complete rules and to register, go to adel.activityreg.com.
Waukee Arts Festival
July 19-20 at Centennial Park, Waukee.
See artist exhibits and listen to live music at the two-day Waukee Arts Festival. The festival opens at 5 p.m. on Friday, July 19 with artist vendors, food trucks, beer garden and live music. Artist vendors will be open from 5-9 p.m. on Friday. The festival reopens from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 20 with daytime music, art vendors, food trucks, beer garden, kids activities and evening concerts. Artist vendors will be open from 5-9 p.m. July 19 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 20. The 1st Annual Waukee Fine Arts Footrace 5k will be held at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 20. Sign up for the race at runsignup.com/Race/IA/Waukee/WaukeeFineArtsFootrace. Saturday's activities will also include yoga for adults and kids, balloon animals, kite building and a magic show. For more information, visit the Waukee Arts Festival 2024 Facebook event, Waukee Area Arts Council Facebook page or waukeeartsfestival.org.
Outdoor Summer Movie
8:30 p.m. Friday, July 19 at 2200 Walnut St., Granger.
The Granger Parks & Recreation Department will continue its outdoor summer movie series with "Elemental" on Friday, July 19. The movie will be shown on the north side of the Community Center on the grass. Popcorn and candy will available for purchase. Upcoming movies include "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" on Aug. 23.
Granger Yoga in the Park
8-9 a.m. Saturday, July 20 at Centennial Park, Granger.
Join Jessica for Yoga in the Park on the following dates: July 20 & 27; Aug. 3, 10 & 17. Bring a towel or yoga mat. Yoga in the Park is a free program that is open to all ages.
Bird Hike
8-10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 20 at Voas Nature Area19286 Lexington Road, Minburn.
Summer birding can be challenging with many birds going silent on the nest. By mid-July many of the young are fledging which makes them conspicuous as they beg for food and learn to fly. We will bird the main park as well as caravan to the Wetland Mitigation Bank. Some binoculars and bird books will be available. Registration is required through DCCB's Eventbrite page.
Van Meter Yoga in the Park
8:30-9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 20 at Trindle Park, Van Meter.
Van Meter Parks & Recreation is sponsoring yoga this summer. Please note the new location, if we have rain, we can still practice under a shelter. Bring a beach towel or yoga mat and join us as we move our bodies in the outdoors. This practice requires the ability to get up and down off the ground. Yoga in the Park will be held on July 20 and Aug. 3.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at Perry Police/Fire Station parking lot, 908 Willis Ave.
Dispose of your hazardous waste safely! On Saturday, July 20, head to the Police Station/Fire Station parking lot. Bring your old paint, batteries, cleaning chemicals, and other hazardous materials. This event is free and for Perry residents. New this year, the Legacy of Christopher Allsup Gas Can Exchange Event will be held during the Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off. There will be 50 gas cans to giveaway this year. First come first served, and limiting one can per household! For more information, call 515-333-4432.
Annual Tire Drop-Off
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at Perry Recycle Center, 14325 Ivy Place.
Got old tires cluttering your garage? No worries! The city of Perry is hosting a Tire Drop-off event at the Perry Recycle Center. Bring up to five car tires for free disposal. A cost of $5 will be charged to dispose of each additional car tire. The disposal cost for semi tires is $10 and tractor tires will be $20 each. Clear out your space and keep our streets clean!
Art in the Park
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at Johnson Park, Van Meter.
Join Van Meter Parks & Recreation for Art in the Park on Saturday, July 20. Parks & Rec will supply all you need to make a homemade windsock! Construction paper, streamers, stickers, glue, etc. This is a no-cost event to the participants sponsored by Parks & Recreation. There is a free-will offering if so inclined.
Greater Des Moines Community Band Outdoor Concert
7 p.m. Monday, July 22 at Perry Lutheran Homes Eden Acres Campus, 1300 28th St., Perry.
Join Perry Lutheran Homes residents and staff for live music as it hosts the Greater Des Moines Community Band on Monday, July 22. The concert, which is open to everyone, will be held in the east parking loop at the Eden Acres Campus. Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks will be available to purchase. Bring a chair or blanket for your seating comfort.
Senior Expo
10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 24 at Dallas County Hospital South Atrium.
Dallas County Hospital departments will be present and sharing information, along with over 20+ other healthcare entities who will also be exhibiting and many will have their own giveaways during the Senior Expo. There will be a few companies selling merchandise. A variety of classes and bingo games will be available. Blood pressure checks can be performed by nursing students. Each attendee will receive a bingo card with exhibitors' names in each square to sign-off on, and a completed card will earn you entry for some great prizes. Snacks will be available while supplies last. The event is free, and local seniors are encouraged to take advantage and spend an hour, or the full four hours, at the expo. Please take advantage for your health, and to ensure the sustainability of this effort into the future.
Free Merchant Movies
11 a.m. Wednesday, July 24 at Perry Grand 3 Theatres.
The Perry Grand 3 Theatres will continue the 2024 summer movies on Wednesday, July 24 with "The Bad Guys." All movies will be shown at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays through Aug. 7. Admission is free thanks to local sponsors. Look for a full list of upcoming movies on the Perry Grand 3 Theatres Facebook page.
Community Health and Job Fair
3-5 p.m. Wednesday, July 24 at McCreary Community Building, 1800 Pattee St., Perry.
Iowa Total Care along with Iowa Workforce Development are presenting a Community Health and Job Fair on Wednesday, July 24. This event will include free produce, non-perishable food items, health, and job-related resources at the McCreary Community Building. The Iowa Workforce Mobile Employment Center will be onsite to help attendees with all their employment related questions.
Pelt Hike
9-10 a.m. Thursday, July 25 at Kuehn Conservation Area, 32828 Houston Trail, Earlham.
In this scavenger hunt meets I Spy, come out and walk around the upper area of Kuehn searching for hidden animal furs. Learn about these animals, go at your own pace, and enjoy a summer day at a beautiful park. This is a self-guided hike; a naturalist will be there to get you started and answer questions during the time of the program.
Pollinator Palooza
12-3 p.m. Friday, July 26 at The Brenton Arboretum, 25141 260th St., Dallas Center.
Join The Brenton Arboretum, The Blank Park Zoo and Iowa State as we celebrate pollinators, conservation and the wonderful outdoor world. The Brenton Arboretum is excited to welcome guest Ben White from Blank Park Zoo from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, July 26. Ben will present an interactive class for all ages about what to plant and grow in your yard for all those wonderful bugs, insects, birds and butterflies that are native to our area. Ben will also have a selection of animals from Blank Park Zoo to help with our program. Iowa State will have their Conservation Station set up from 12-3 p.m. Various games and activities will be hosted by The Brenton Arboretum between 12-3 p.m. All programs are free and open to all ages.
Kid's Market
5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 26 at 5th Quarter Bar & Grill, Van Meter.
5th Quarter will host its first Kid's Market on Friday, July 26. Youth, 17 and under, will set up their own booths/tables to offer their products to the public. Come out & support our young entrepreneurs! Parents: Register your child(ren) and concept using this form link: forms.gle/1WB8fFqNyfTh3HhG8. Registration deadline is Tuesday, July 23.
Mobile Food Pantry
8:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 27 at Crossroads Church, Perry.
Crossroads Church will host a mobile food pantry from 8:30-10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 27.
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