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SUMMARY:Walk Audit on Meredith Drive
DESCRIPTION:Help us close out Week Without Driving by evaluating pedestrian safety on Meredith Drive. With no sidewalks\, heavy traffic\, and limited access to nearby bus stops on Merle Hay Road\, this corridor poses real challenges for neighbors walking or rolling. \n\n\n\nWe will gather for a quick brief on the corridor’s history\, observe traffic conditions\, and conduct a short walk audit using the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit. Stay for the full hour or just 15 minutes for the static observation—your input will help shape our recommendations to city officials.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/walk-audit-on-meredith-drive/
LOCATION:Skateland Parking Lot\, 5621 Meredith Dr\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50310\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T170000
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SUMMARY:Week Without Driving
DESCRIPTION:Week Without Driving runs October 1–8. Today is day 2\, and it is not too late to try a trip\, a half day\, or the rest of the week. \n\n\n\nBackground: about a third of people in the U.S. don’t drive — because of age\, disability\, or the cost of a car. Most places are still built as if everyone does. The challenge\, started in 2021 by disability advocate Anna Zivarts\, asks people who can drive to get around by bus\, bike\, walking\, or asking for a ride\, so they see those gaps firsthand: missing sidewalks\, infrequent buses\, places you can’t reach without a car. More than 800 groups are taking part this year. \n\n\n\nSign up at weekwithoutdriving.org and share with #WeekWithoutDriving.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/week-without-driving/
LOCATION:Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T200000
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SUMMARY:Urbanist Book Club - Walkable City Rules: 101 Steps to Making Better Places
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly conversation group. At this meeting we will be discussing the ideas and concepts presented in the book\, Walkable City Rules: 101 Steps to Making Better Places.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/urbanist-book-club-walkable-city-rules-101-steps-to-making-better-places/
LOCATION:The Windsor Apartments Community Room/Patio\, 1148 63rd Street\, Windsor Heights\, Iowa\, 50324\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260924T125749Z
CREATED:20260829T141345Z
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UID:708-1790272800-1790278200@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join Strong Towns Des Moines for our monthly gathering as we discuss practical ways to make Des Moines and the surrounding communities stronger\, more financially resilient\, and more people-oriented. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a longtime Strong Towns supporter or simply curious about how better neighborhoods are built\, you’re welcome to attend. Each meeting features updates on local projects\, discussions about transportation\, housing\, zoning\, and public investment\, and opportunities to get involved in making a positive impact in our community. \n\n\n\nCome meet neighbors who care about creating a more prosperous\, walkable\, and resilient Des Moines. No prior knowledge of Strong Towns is required—just bring your curiosity and your ideas. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting-6/
LOCATION:iSPACE Environments\, 215 10th St.\, Suite #150\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T160000
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CREATED:20260801T152457Z
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UID:655-1789729200-1789747200@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Park(ing) Day
DESCRIPTION:Come and hang out with us as we transform a few parking spaces into social spaces and educate people on the state of parking in Des Moines.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/parking-day/
LOCATION:Drake University\, Lot 24\, 2920 University Ave\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50311\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T083000
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SUMMARY:DART to Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Learn to ride the Dart Bus from the MLK neighborhood to the Downtown Farmers Market with other friends from Strong Towns!
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/dart-to-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T191500
DTSTAMP:20260801T165405Z
CREATED:20260801T151447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T165405Z
UID:646-1787853600-1787858100@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join Strong Towns Des Moines for our monthly gathering as we discuss practical ways to make Des Moines and the surrounding communities stronger\, more financially resilient\, and more people-oriented. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a longtime Strong Towns supporter or simply curious about how better neighborhoods are built\, you’re welcome to attend. Each meeting features updates on local projects\, discussions about transportation\, housing\, zoning\, and public investment\, and opportunities to get involved in making a positive impact in our community. \n\n\n\nCome meet neighbors who care about creating a more prosperous\, walkable\, and resilient Des Moines. No prior knowledge of Strong Towns is required—just bring your curiosity and your ideas. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you! \n\n\n\nFollowing the meeting\, there is usually a social gathering at a local establishment. Location TBA at the meeting.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting-5/
LOCATION:iSPACE Environments\, 215 10th St.\, Suite #150\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50309\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T084500
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SUMMARY:Learn to Ride DART: Ride DART to the Farmers Market - Aug. 1
DESCRIPTION:Reimagine DART launched new routes with better weekend frequency in June. This means taking public transit to the Downtown Farmer’s Market is now much easier! Strong Des Moines is partnering with our friends at Momentum DSM to launch a series of learn-to-ride events for those who would like a convenient way to get downtown for the Farmers Market. \n\n\n\nJoin us for our third ride of the summer on August 1st along the E University Ave Corridor (Route 11/12). Ambassadors will be located at the following stops to provide assistance on how to plan\, track and hop on your trip to the market. \n\n\n\nPlease plan to arrive to one of the following stops prior to 9:00am and ambassadors will lead you on your journey to the market once the next bus comes. All stops are located on the northside of E University. \n\n\n\n\nE 17th & E University \n\n\n\nE 14th & E University Ave \n\n\n\nE 9th St & E University Ave\n\n\n\n\nWe will spend some time at the market and attendees are welcome to ride back together or on their own. Ambassadors will be happy to answer any transit questions you may have! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFacebook Event
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/learn-to-ride-dart-ride-dart-to-the-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Iowa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T191500
DTSTAMP:20260727T183958Z
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UID:577-1785434400-1785438900@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Strong Des Moines – July 2026 Monthly Meeting! \n\n\n\nLocation:Walnut Creek Church Downtown\,North Classroom (use Locust Street entrance)323 E Locust St\, Des Moines. \n\n\n\nThis month’s agenda highlights: \n\n\n\n** Strong Des Moines members (and Des Moines itself) are making waves within our National Organization – Strong Towns! Come and learn about how our city has made appearances and mentions in recent podcasts\, YouTube videos and also how local Strong Des Moines members have been interacting with Strong Town recently. Interesting times! \n\n\n\n** Des Moines City Financials/Budget Crunch – Don’t sleep on this one\, it will be interesting! Learn about advocacy efforts employed recently by some of our members including speaking at recent city council meeting. We will also walk through the online city budget calculator which city leaders have asked citizens (and interested parties) to complete and submit feedback on suggestion cuts as well as new revenue opportunities. WE HIGHLY SUGGEST YOU COMPLETE THIS (or at least play with it) PRIOR TO OUR MEETING! https://www.dsm.city/news_detail_T21_R610.php
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Church – North Classroom\, 323 E Locust St\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T183552Z
CREATED:20260727T182042Z
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UID:599-1785263400-1785268800@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Urbanist Book Club - Life After Cars - July Meeting
DESCRIPTION:After a month’s hiatus\, the Urbanist Book Club is back! \n\n\n\nWe are going to continue the discussion of the book\, “Life without Cars” written by Sarah Goodyear\, Doug Gordon\, and Aaron Naparstek. \n\n\n\nWhether you’ve read all\, part\, or none please join us for some lively and fun discussions! \n\n\n\nDetails:Urbanist Book Club Monthly GatheringTuesday\, July 28\, 20266:30 – ? (They close at 8:00 pm)The Slow Down Coffee Co.Highland/Oak Park3613 6th Ave\, Des Moines\, IA 50313
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/urbanist-book-club-life-after-cars-july/
LOCATION:The Slow Down\, 3613 6th Ave\, Des Moines\, Iowa\, 50313
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T191500
DTSTAMP:20260606T155323Z
CREATED:20260606T155320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T155323Z
UID:406-1782410400-1782414900@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly meeting to learn more about how you can help make Des Moines a strong town! After each meeting there will be a social gathering at a place to be determined.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Church\, 301 East Locust St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T191500
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UID:240-1779991200-1779995700@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly meeting to learn more about how you can help make Des Moines a strong town! \n\n\n\nFollowing the meeting\, there is usually a social gathering at a local establishment. Location of the social gathering will be announced at the meeting.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Church\, 301 East Locust St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260507T204227Z
CREATED:20260502T160433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T204227Z
UID:235-1779820200-1779825600@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Urbanist Book Club - Life After Cars
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly conversation group. At this meeting we will be discussing the ideas and concepts presented in the book\, Life without Cars.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/urbanist-book-club-life-after-cars/
LOCATION:The Windsor Apartments Community Room/Patio\, 1148 63rd Street\, Windsor Heights\, Iowa\, 50324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Club
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T191500
DTSTAMP:20260412T031235Z
CREATED:20260412T031235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T031235Z
UID:119-1777572000-1777576500@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting (4/30/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly meeting to learn more about how you can help make Des Moines a strong town! \nFollowing the meeting\, there is usually a social gathering at a local establishment. Location TBA at the meeting.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting-4-30-2026/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Church\, 301 East Locust St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T191500
DTSTAMP:20260412T030945Z
CREATED:20260304T045102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T030945Z
UID:30-1774548000-1774552500@strongdsm.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Meeting (3/26/2026)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly meeting to learn more about how you can help make Des Moines a strong town! \nFollowing the meeting\, there is usually a social gathering at a local establishment. Location TBA at the meeting.
URL:https://strongdsm.org/events/monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Church\, 301 East Locust St.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meetings
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