Good morning, Des Moines.

The Iowa State Fair butter sculptures are now complete and feature the Butter Cow along with Toy Story characters in four scenes that mark the 30th anniversary of the film and the 100th Fiddle Contest anniversary — a project led by long-time sculptor Sarah Pratt and her team, including her son Dean. Visitors can view the displays each day at 9 a.m. in the Agriculture Building.

Golden K Dog from Raleigh debuted Korean-style corn dogs at the Iowa State Fair today; the vendor offers a hot dog made with half-mozzarella and half-beef that is dipped in a two-day batter, coated in crinkle-cut fries and panko—then deep-fried and served with spicy sauce.

At the Iowa State Fair on Aug.

7, a new adaptive playground for children with disabilities was unveiled in Des Moines—Gov. Kim Reynolds and Lt. Gov. Chris Cournoyer helped open the facility during the fair's opening ceremonies. Families and visitors have since enjoyed the accessible play space as part of the fair's activities.

The Iowa State Fair butter cow — a familiar fair draw — will be on display at the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, D.C. starting next week as part of the State Fairs: Growing American Craft exhibit, which opens Friday, August 22nd and runs until September 7th with a grand opening celebration on September 18th; butter sculptor Sarah Pratt said curators visited the fair two years ago and later asked her to create the piece for the exhibit.

Today the Board of Regents meets to vote on a policy that requires grades at Iowa’s public universities to reflect mastery of course content—rather than agreement with specific viewpoints.

Representative Taylor Collins said that if the 2024 anti-DEI law is not clearly enforced this fall, his committee will revisit the issue in January.

At the Iowa State Fair, Campbell’s Corn Dogs & Lemonade serves pickle lemonade—a mix of tart lemonade with two pickle chips and pickle juice—that brings a salty twist to a classic drink.

The beverage is available for $6 at several stands on the fairgrounds and is inspired by the popular pickle pizza offered there.

New Functional Fitness Class at DM Yoga and Wellness

This FUNctional fitness class will increase your strength for everyday living!!

VolunTEENS Library Opportunity

4-5 p.m. — Des Moines Public Library - Central Library — Volunteer opportunity — Help out at the library while gaining community service experience.

Sara Sato's 'Notes from the Sea' Exhibit Opening

6:30-8 p.m. — Heritage Art Gallery — Free entry — Explore a unique meditation on our relationship with nature through the diverse stories of water and its enigmatic inhabitants.

Jane Monheit Performance

7 PM — Noce — Cost not listed — Experience the enchanting jazz interpretations of vocalist Jane Monheit.

RnB Brunch DSM

4-8 p.m. — 319 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA — Ticket required — Savor a delicious brunch with bottomless mimosas while enjoying soulful R&B tunes and karaoke fun.

Summer Music Series: Jonas Magram at Exile Brewing

5-7:30 p.m. — Exile Brewing Company — $4.50 pints all-day — Enjoy live music and patio vibes with cold beer at this community gathering.

Franklin Cinema Club - Once Upon a Time in the West

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Franklin Avenue Library — Free entry — Explore the classic western epic Once Upon a Time in the West and engage in film discussions.

The Pigeon Visits the Library

4:00 – 4:45 p.m. — Franklin Avenue Library — Free entry — Participate in a whimsical storytime with The Pigeon and capture fun memories with photos.

Generation Rx Program

7-8 p.m. — 1000 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA — Free entry — Learn safe medication practices to enhance your health and well-being through informed choices.

Cloakroom

7-8:30 p.m. — xBk Live — Live music event — Experience the haunting melodies of Glass Ox as they perform 'Rushes of Evil'.

Bingo Loco Event

7:30-10:30 p.m. — 7 Flags Event Center — General Admission — Enjoy a night of outrageous bingo with prizes, dance-offs, and more in a lively atmosphere.