• Week Without Driving

    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. Background: […]

  • Walk Audit on Meredith Drive

    Skateland Parking Lot 5621 Meredith Dr, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

    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. We will gather for a quick brief on the corridor’s history, observe traffic conditions, and […]

  • Urbanist Book Club

    The Windsor Apartments Community Room/Patio 1148 63rd Street, Windsor Heights, Iowa, United States

    For the past few months, our reading group has focused on assigned books, articles, and excerpts. This week, we’re trying something different. There will be no assigned reading. Instead, we’ll get together and talk about whatever urbanist material you’ve recently finished or are currently reading, watching, or listening to. Share what you’ve learned, what you’d […]

  • Monthly Meeting

    iSPACE Environments 215 10th St., Suite #150, Des Moines, Iowa, United States

    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. Whether 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 […]