Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of May.
Good morning, Des Moines.
Iowa will celebrate USA 250 with a range of history-rich events — including a mobile museum starting May 12 at Living History Farms and a band festival on May 21 downtown in Mason City — as well as interactive exhibits and contests continuing through October.
Dowling Catholic students celebrated prom last night at the Science Center of Iowa, dancing and exploring interactive exhibits as they concluded a memorable evening.
Students competed in the National High School Mock Trial final at the Polk County Historic Courthouse on May 9.
Judges, including Iowa Chief Justice Susan Christensen (who oversaw the event), evaluated the competition between teams from Lakeland Christian School and Northview High School.
Iowa DOT will close northbound I-35 from Ankeny's Northeast 36th Street exit to U.S. 30 in Ames for shoulder widening work overnight Sunday + Monday, and drivers should use the detour via Northeast 36th Street, U.S. 69 and U.S. 30 while the mid-route rest area is closed from 10 a.m. Sunday to 5 a.m. Tuesday.
New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness
This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!
Emo Nite at Wooly's
10 PM – 1 AM — Wooly's — Tickets from $64 — Experience an unforgettable night filled with emo music and nostalgia.
Clue: High School Edition
7-9 p.m. — Stoner Theater — Check the details for ticket prices — A madcap comedy where iconic characters race to solve a murder mystery at a dinner party.
Clue: High School Edition
7-9 p.m. — Stoner Theater — Admission fee required — A comedic whodunit unfolds as guests race to find a murderer in Boddy Manor.
Summer Concert Series Performance
11 AM – 12 PM — Heritage Carousel of Des Moines — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful summer concert in a charming carousel setting.
Spring Music Series: Forrest McCurren
5-7 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints — Enjoy great live music while sipping on discounted beers during the Spring Music Series.
Alpha Wolf Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Wooly's — Ticketed event — Experience the electrifying performance of Alpha Wolf at Wooly's in Des Moines, IA.
Meet Me @ The Altar Concert
7-9 p.m. — Wooly's — Concert tickets available — Enjoy an evening with Meet Me @ The Altar in Des Moines, IA.
Cultivating Careers Program
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Project IOWA — Free participation — Empowering community members through holistic workforce training and one-on-one coaching.
World Pork Expo
June 2-3 — Iowa State Fairgrounds — Admission varies — Explore the pork industry's latest innovations and meet thousands of fellow enthusiasts.
Blue Light Jazz with NOLA Jazz
5-7 p.m. — Surety Hotel Lobby Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy Stiff Drinks, Smooth Grooves, and Chill Vibes with live Jazz music.
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