Newly Added
Johnston Basketball Club – Scholarship
Apr 1 (all day)
Event For
High School Seniors
Organization
Johnston Basketball Club
Contact
JBC Admin
Email
jbc.hoops@gmail.com
Johnston Basketball Club is offering a scholarship to Johnston high school seniors. Scholarships will be up to $500. Scholarship Criteria: Johnston Community School District Senior Have been a player on a JBC team Community Involvement Application Deadline - April 1st 2025 *This is not a Johnston Community School District publication, nor is it in any way endorsed or sponsored by the district. This publication is being provided only to inform the viewer of other available community activities and opportunities*
GLEE Day
Mar 8, 10:00 am
RSVP By
03/01/2025
Location
Iowa State University, Marston Hall Rm 2200
Event For
Girls in grades 1st-4th
Organization
Society of Women Engineers
Email
isusweoutreach@gmail.com
GLEE Day is a day for girls to learn and experience engineering with the Society of Women Engineers at Iowa State University. During this event participants will experience hands-on engineering skills and concepts.
Entirely Kids Day: Art of Illusions
Mar 15, 11:00 am
Location
Des Moines Art Center 4700 Grand Ave, Des Moines IA 50312
Event For
Ages 3-16 and families
Cost
FREE
Organization
Des Moines Art Center
Contact
Mia Buch
Phone
(515) 271-0349
Step into a world of wonder and creativity at the Des Moines Art Center’s Entirely Kids Day: Art of Illusions! This exciting, free event is perfect for families looking to explore the fascinating world of optical illusions and artistic magic.
Varsity Summer Camp: Around the World Through Movies
Jul 18, 9:00 am
Location
Varsity Cinema
Event For
Grades 2-5
Cost
$125
Organization
Des Moines Film
Email
team@desmoinesfilm.org
Phone
(515) 259-0167
Travel around the world through movies! Earn a new stamp for your passport each day as we watch a movie from a different country then explore that country’s culture through fun activities. Campers will receive a free t-shirt, plus a light snack each day, including movie theater popcorn on Friday.
Community Record Day
Mar 15, 10:00 am
RSVP By
3/8/2025
Location
6301 University Ave, STE 200 Windsor Heights, IA 50324
Event For
Ages 12-24
Cost
$50
Organization
Girls Rock! Des Moines
Contact
Allegra Hernandez
Email
allegra@girlsrockdsm.org
Come record your song at Girls Rock! Des Moines! Community Record Day is an all-day recording session serving emerging musicians. Solo or duo acts aged 12-24 can apply to have a song recorded for only $50 at the GR!T records studio! Musicians will receive a professional live recording of their song.
Grand Blue Mile
Apr 22, 6:00 pm
RSVP By
04/22/2025
Location
Western Gateway Park 1205 Locust St. Des Moines, IA 50309
Cost
$10
Organization
Drake Relays
Contact
Ben Huftalin
Email
grandbluemile@drake.edu
Phone
(515) 271-1957
The Grand Blue Mile, presented by Wellmark, is a one-mile run/walk in downtown Des Moines for all ages. New in 2025, Spike’s Sprint lets kids 10 & under race in three divisions and earn a special giveaway. Enjoy family fun with bounce houses, face painting, and the Mascot Madness race!
Drake University Summer Voice Intensive
Jun 16, 9:00 am
RSVP By
June 10
Location
Drake University
Event For
Middle and High school students
Cost
$400
Organization
Drake University
Contact
Alyssa Becker
Email
ducsom@drake.edu
Phone
(515) 473-0564
The annual Drake University Voice Intensive (DUVI) is a summertime camp designed for young singers ages 14+ to develop their voices and build confidence in performing and auditioning.
Join Johnston Girl Scouts – New Troop 52403 Forming
Feb 24, 2:00 pm
Location
Johnston Public Library, 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131
Event For
K-5 girls
Cost
Free
Organization
Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa
Contact
Aly Murphy
Email
amurphy@gsiowa.org
Phone
(515) 348-6762
We are starting a troop in the area that GSGI staff will be helping with for the first FOUR meetings. We'll provide all of the resources and supplies needed. You'll make new friends, enjoy fun activities, and so much more! Note: grown-up(s) required to attend meeting.
Anime Club: National Pokemon Day Edition
Feb 27, 4:00 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
6th Grade to 12th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Jessica Young
Join us at a special edition of Anime Club to celebrate National Pokemon Day! Enjoy Pokemon trivia, snacks, shows, and MORE! Then, stick around to battle it out with your favorite Pokemon in the Pokken Tournament video game at 5:00.
Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament
Feb 26, 4:00 pm
Location
6700 Merle Hay Rd
Event For
6th Grade to 12th Grade
Cost
Free
Organization
Johnston Public Library
Contact
Jessica Young
Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up.