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The BEST DAYS EVER, Iowa State Fair 2023
Jun. 13, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions):
Although the 2015 Iowa State Fair was her first Fair as Marketing Director, Mindy Williamson has a long history with the Iowa State Fair including being a Bill Riley Talent Show participant, State Fair 4-H exhibitor, Ag Education Booth Exhibitor, and Sponsor not to mention the many corn dogs, peppermint ice cream bars, and lemonades she has sampled. Mindy has a background in non-profit and government communications and policy, as well as event planning, advertising and marketing. Some of her most successful events include the Iowa Corn Indy 250 and the Cy-Hawk Series in addition to the Iowa State Fair. Mindy has a BS in Biological Pre-Medical Illustration from Iowa State University (Go Clones!) with an emphasis in botany. She also has her certification in volunteer management and is a graduate of the Institute of Fair Management. She enjoys building relationships with media from across the globe and sharing the fabric of Iowa through the Iowa State Fair. Mindy and her husband Kevin, live in a tiny town outside of Des Moines and love traveling, finding breweries or wineries, riding bikes, hiking or kayaking, chasing their children and giving their dog, Otis, too many treats. |
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Demention Prevention
Jun. 20, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions):
Did you know that dementia can be prevented? In fact CDC estimates that 40% of dementia in our communities can be prevented. And did you know - that up to 70% of our individual risk can be reduced? Find out about the risk factors for dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, and what you can do about it.
Dr. Quinlisk was the Medical Director and State Epidemiologist at the Iowa Department of Public Health for 24 years. She is now semi-retired; continuing to teach at various universities and working on projects such as how to change behaviors to prevent dementia (Unlocking Brain Fitness: KEYS to Dementia Prevention with Broadlawns Hospital, IDPH, and the Des Moines YMCA). Her background includes training as a clinical microbiologist, training microbiologists while a Peace Corps Volunteer in Nepal, a Masters of Public Health from Johns Hopkins, a medical degree from the University of Wisconsin, and training as a field epidemiologist in the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service. For twelve years she conducted epidemiologic training courses in Europe, and is a professor at the University of Iowa, the University of Wisconsin, Des Moines University, and Iowa State University. For several years she was an Editorial Board Member for CDC’s MMWR and on CDC’s Board of Scientific Advisors, served on the Gilmore Commission and the National Vaccine Advisory Committee, and as President of the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE). She was on the Institute of Medicine’s committees on Microbial Threats to Health in the 21st Century, Animal Health at the Crossroads, Preparing for the Psychological consequences of Terrorism, and Antivirals for Pandemic Influenza. In 2009 she received an honorary Doctorate of Science from Iowa State University, and served for 5 years as the Chair for the National Biodefense Science Board. |
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Jun. 21, 2023 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
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It's Not Too Late, and Other Lessons Learned on the Journey to Becoming a Novelist
Jul. 11, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): Joseph "Joe" LeValley credits his love of writing for every success in his life. He was a reporter-photographer for daily newspapers for seven years, covering crime/ criminal justice as his primary beat. Subsequently, he served for more than 30 years as a healthcare executive. During that time, he and his team won four national awards for communications excellence. He began his latest career, as an author and public speaker, in 2018. He has published five award-winning mystery/thriller novels, and has a sixth scheduled for release in the fall of 2023. As a musician, Joe plays drums and guitar. He has performed with a number of groups and has written more than 40 songs. In 2016, he was inducted with the Mourning Glory Rock Band into the Iowa Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame. A lifelong Iowan, Joe has a degree in journalism from Drake University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Iowa. He and his wife Jane have six children and live in Dallas County, Iowa. |
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Jester Park - Leading You Outdoors!
Jul. 18, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): Lewis Major is a naturalist with Polk County Conservation. For over 25 years, he has been teaching conservation education and outdoor recreation to people of all ages. He is extremely passionate about getting people outdoors and connecting them with their natural world.
Most people associate Jester Park with golf, boating and horses. However Jester Park has something for the nature lover in us all - trails, nature walks and education, an outdoor recreation center, archery, air rifle - the list goes on and on. Polk County Conservationist Lewis Major fill us in on all the things you can do at the Park!
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Maternal and Child Health
Jul. 25, 2023 11:45 a.m.
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Immigrant and Refugee Community Services
Aug. 01, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Historic Valley Junction Foundation
Aug. 08, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Location: Urban Cellar Restarurant Located in: Plaza 50 Apartments Address: 640 S 50th St Suite #2110, West Des Moines, IA 50265 |
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Rotary Membership
Aug. 15, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Children and Family Urban Movement
Aug. 22, 2023 11:45 a.m.
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Aug. 29, 2023 11:45 a.m.
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Aug. 29, 2023 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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West Des Moines Historical Society
Sep. 05, 2023 11:45 a.m.
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RYLA
Sep. 12, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Owen Walker
My name is Owen Walker. I am a senior at Valley High School and I’ve participated in WDM wrestling for 5 years. My favorite subject as of right now is calculus but I also like science a lot. Outside of school I enjoy snowboarding, rock climbing and listening to music. I work at climb iowa so I spend a lot of time climbing but once its winter I will be wrestling and snowboarding a lot more. My post-high school plans are undecided but I intend to attend a college studying math or a biological science.
Dennese Devine
My name is Dennese Devine, and I am junior at Valley High School (WDM). I may not be extremely active with extracurriculars at my school, but there are a few clubs that I've been a part of in the past, such as Track and field, Basketball, Robotics, and RISE . For this school year, I plan to join new clubs that will boost my leadership skills, including; Key Club, CORE (Community of Racial Equity), Interact Club, and RISE. During my experience at RYLA, I got an idea from one of my teammates, Kaitlyn, which was 'Say Yes To The Dress.' Their goal is to fundraise and donate dresses to people who can't afford to buy dresses for formal school dances So for my senior project, I plan on expanding her ideas by creating a club with a friend at Valley, and our goal will be to fundraise for formal garments that will be distributed to students at Valley Southwoods and Valley High School. After high school, I plan on continuing my education in Mechanical Engineering and Physiology at an [unknown university] to hopefully get the opportunity of working within the STEM field.
Ruby Jacob
I’m Ruby Jacob, a 12th grade student at Valley High School. I have a bachelor's degree in Bharatanatyam (Indian classical dance), and am soon testing for my black belt in taekwondo! I often compete in art competitions, can play four instruments, have started my own club, and recently won first place at a NASA camp competition! I love exploring all that the planet has to offer. This goes from swimming with sharks, petting wolves, and getting stung by three jellyfish, to continuing to expand my passion through my dream job: aerospace engineering!
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St. Vincent DePaul
Sep. 19, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Sep. 23, 2023 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Literacy in WDM Schools
Sep. 26, 2023 11:45 a.m.
As September is literacy month for Rotary, Leigh Goldie, Director of Elementary Education for West Des Moines Community School District, will be our presenter and discuss literacy in WDM schools.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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State of the City Update from West Des Moines
Oct. 03, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Ryan L. Moffatt, AICP is the Community and Economic Development Director for the City of West Des Moines. He is passionate about the community he serves and enjoys the hard work necessary to create a more economically diverse and vibrant city that emphasizes quality of life and a business-friendly environment. Ryan is responsible for leading a dedicated team that works to grow the economy of the city by facilitating various development and redevelopment initiatives, improve the quality and access to attainable housing, and market the community to new and expanding businesses.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Ellipsis
Oct. 10, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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CultureALL
Oct. 17, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Oct. 21, 2023 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
What: Tree planting event with Trees Forever (39 trees)
When: 10 AM Where: map Notes: Trees Forever will provide tools for planting, snacks, and a place to refill your water bottle. Please dress for the weather and wear closed-toed shoes to ensure your safety while planting. We will plant in the rain provided there isn't any lightning. Note:On the map you will see a volunteer pull down tab. This will show you where to meet us. We ask that you park on a side street and not on the planting route. This allows us to distribute materials easier with our trailer.
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Baseball Historian
Oct. 24, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Rotary Foundation
Nov. 07, 2023 11:45 a.m.
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Nov. 14, 2023 11:45 a.m.
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Canine Miracles for Heroes
Nov. 28, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Meeting location at Des Moines Golf and Country Club: Address (click for driving directions): |
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Adventureland
Dec. 05, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Alex Payne was born and raised in Altoona, Iowa, graduating from Southeast Polk, and earning both a bachelor's degree and master's degree from Drake University, studying education and journalism.
Alex's first job, just after turning 14, was working in the games at Adventureland park. Working in various positions through the park, Alex spent five summers working at the park before pursuing a career in journalism. Alex spent eight years as a news producer in Des Moines working at both WHO 13 and KCCI. His work has been recognized with six Emmy nominations, including an Emmy award for morning newscast, and a national Edward R. Murrow award.
In 2022, Alex returned to Adventureland as Regional Public Relations Manager for Palace Entertainment, after the company purchased the park. Mixing his passion of journalism with his love of the attractions industry, Alex oversees all community and media relations for the Midwest parks owned by Palace Entertainment.
Alex is also an avid volunteer in the community, serving as president of the Altoona Area Historical Society, Altoona Arts and Culture commission member, board member of Altoona Palooza, and Olde Town Altoona task force member. |
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Tori's Angels
Dec. 12, 2023 11:45 a.m.
Patty Reeve is a retired CPA and Realtor. She moved full-time to Panora in 2020 after
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