Sunday, November 3rd, 2024

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Good morning, Des Moines. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa, around 170 deaf and hard of hearing children learned about American Sign Language and met the world's first deaf zoologist with a Ph.D., Nancy Barker, during a special event. WHO 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kamala Harris edges out Donald Trump by 3 points in a surprising turn of events in Iowa, according to a new poll. The Des Moines Register
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Des Moines hospitals see a rise in pediatric walking pneumonia cases, echoing national trends reported by the CDC. The Des Moines Register
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Iowans would experience drastic changes in daylight hours if the practice of changing clocks were eliminated, either observing very dark mornings in winter with permanent Daylight Saving Time or much earlier dawns in summer with permanent Standard Time. KCCI
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Family Storytime: Exploring 'What Do You Do with an Idea?'
Experience a delightful family storytime featuring the engaging children's book 'What Do You Do with an Idea?' at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Workshop
Learn essential insights and skills for nurturing and supporting your baby's development during their first year.
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Weekly Baby Rhyme Time at Des Moines Public Library
Experience a delightful time with rhymes, songs, bounces, and stories designed for caregivers and babies from birth to 18 months.
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Preschool Storytime: Water Fun
Experience a delightful storytime session themed around water at the Des Moines Public Library, perfect for preschool-aged children.
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Iowa Wolves vs. Wisconsin Herd Basketball Game
Experience an exciting basketball showdown as the Iowa Wolves take on the Wisconsin Herd at Wells Fargo Arena.
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Anya Marina Live Concert
Experience an evening of captivating music with Anya Marina at the historic Hoyt Sherman Place in Des Moines.
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Girls on the Run 5K Celebration Event
Celebrate the achievements of girls in the Girls on the Run program at this inclusive 5K event, welcoming runners and walkers of all abilities to support girls' confidence and health.
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Family Storytime: Engaging with Ideas
Experience a delightful family storytime centered around the exploration of creativity and ideas.
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Sensory-Friendly Hours at the Science Center of Iowa
Experience a supportive environment at sensory-friendly hours designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
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Des Moines Big Band at Noce
Experience an evening of lively music featuring the Des Moines Big Band in a popular local venue.
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