Count the Kicks is hosting a FREE Virtual Community Baby Shower on August 9th, 2023 at Noon CST through the generosity of 100 Women Who Care Ankeny!
Expectant parents in Iowa are invited to join us for COUNTdown to Baby, a fun and educational opportunity to learn more about Count the Kicks and our free movement monitoring app. Attendees will also learn about what to expect during labor and delivery, newborn basics, and much more!
Please help us share this FREE event with expectant parents in your community!
COUNTdown to Baby!
A Virtual Baby Shower for Expectant Parents in Iowa
Viewers who register and attend the shower will be entered to win newborn care bundles and other fun giveaways that will be distributed at a drive-up event on August 12th in Ankeny, IA!
August 9th, 2023 at Noon CST.
Community Baby Shower for Black Birthing Families on July 16th, 2023 at 2-4pm! This event will be held at Broadlawns Medical Center, Jenner Conference Room (1761 Hickman Road, Des Moines 50314). Check it out!
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for and participation in local anti-crime programs; strengthen community spirit and police neighborhood cooperation; and most importantly, to send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are fighting back against crime. Urbandale’s will be hosted at the Urbandale Police Department from 5-7:30pm. More information: https://www.facebook.com/events/968278214376554/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for and participation in local anti-crime programs; strengthen community spirit and police neighborhood cooperation; and most importantly, to send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are fighting back against crime. Burlington’s will be hosted at Burlington’s Riverfront from 6-8pm. More information: https://www.burlingtoniowa.org/2613/National-Night-Out
National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; generate support for and participation in local anti-crime programs; strengthen community spirit and police neighborhood cooperation; and most importantly, to send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are fighting back against crime. Altoona’s will be hosted at Sam Wise Sports Complex from 6-8pm. More information: https://www.altoonachamber.org/events/national-night-out-2023
Orchard Place – Parenting the Love and Logic Way – 6 week parenting program designed by the Love and Logic Institute. July 10-August 14, 2023.
You can view the flyer HERE or click Orchard Place Parent Education Course Registration, Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:30 PM | Eventbrite to register.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/orchard-place-parent-education-course-registration-653347559137?aff=oddtdtcreator
http://www.polkdecat.com/Parenting%20the%20Love%20and%20Logic%20Way.pd
June 15-18
Terra Park
Admission is free.
Johnston Green Days is an annual community celebration held in Johnston, Iowa, at Terra Park. Green Days 2023 activities include Jammin’ in Johnston a Business Expo, the parade, a carnival, and live entertainment in the beverage garden.
June 8-10
Grimes South Sports Complex
Admission is free.
Complete with concerts, parades, carnivals, car shows, and much, much more; Governors Days has something for everyone. This grand community event is headed up by a vibrant group of dedicated volunteers and organized with the help of the Grimes Chamber & Economic Development. Take a look at the full schedule of events.
Make sure you attend the Grand Parade on Saturday, June 10! Des Moines Parent is sponsoring and will be leading the way.
