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April 11, 2023April 11, 2023

Breaking Records and Making History: Inside the Excitement of the 2023 Drake Relays

The 2023 Drake Relays is an outdoor track and field competition, known to be “America’s Athletic Classic.” The annual event is considered to be the most exciting event at Drake and it’s just around the corner. Just 2 more weeks from today and athletes from all over the country and world will be toing the line, jumping and throwing. The event will take place at Drake University, in the Drake Stadium on the 26-29^th of April. One of the biggest track and field events in America is held in Des Moines – why not get around the track and field spirit and see what the hype is all about!

Schedule Overview

The Drake Relays kicks off with the road races on Sunday the 23rd, offering a half marathon, 10km and the 5km. On Tuesday 25^th, the Grand blue mile and USATF MILE championship is being held, which featured some of Americas best mid-distance athletes. Heptathlon events kicks off the official relay events on Wednesday; Thursday night is the distance carnival where college athletes will battle it out in the 800m, steeplechase, 5000m, 10,000m, and Friday and Saturday feature sections of high school, college and professional athletes (many of which are Olympians).

Athlete Overview

At this time, only professional athletes from the shot-put event have been announced. World champion and record holder Ryan Crouser will be attempting a new world record in the Drake Field House on Wednesday night. Crouser has won the last 4 titles at the relays and will be back to claim his 5th. Along with Crouser, Chase Ealey – Women’s World Champion and American record holder will be teaming up in an 8-thrower competition.

The Drake athlete’s to look out for is Isaac Basten. Basten is a 4 x All-American, who recently placed runner-up at the NCAA Indoor championships, in the Mile, missing out on the NCAA title by just .03 seconds. Basten won the 1500m title at last years Drake Relays. Anthony Barmes will be competing in the hammer throw. Barmes is Drake’s hammer throw school record holder and placed 21^st at the 2022 NCAA outdoor championships. On the women’s side, Brooke Mullins will be competing in the 3000m steeplechase Thursday night. Brooke is the school record holder for the steeplechase and the indoor mile. Chandler Height – fresh off her new PR in the shot put, will be looking to improve her own school record Saturday afternoon.

Isaac Basten Taking the 1500m Title at the 2022 Drake Relays

Although not confirmed, Drake will submit a distance relay team on the men’s and women’s side. Unsure of what relay exactly, whichever they toe the line in they will be looking to bring home a relay title. The women’s will be in the mix to place high in whatever the race in.

Looking For Tickets?

Head to the Draketix.com to purchase your tickets. You don’t want to miss it – they are selling out fast!

July 25, 2022July 25, 2022

5 things to do in Des Moines

By Diamond Metcalfe

I think you’ll agree with me when I say it can be hard to decide what to do on a night out with your family. It’s REALLY hard to decide on new ideas that you, your partner, and your child will like.

We have the top 5 best things to do in Des Moines. We guarantee you will LOVE the activities on this list.

August 6, 2021August 6, 2021

Activities you do not want to miss this fall in Des Moines and surrounding area

As summer is coming to a close, it is time to start planning your fun fall activities. West Des Moines and surrounding areas has so much to offer and this fall there are plenty of events and activities to choose from.

July 23, 2019July 23, 2019

What’s the Des Moines Social Club

This social club is an innovative arts and entertainment place that’s located in a renovated, historic firehouse in downtown Des Moines. This non-profit allows a home for local artist to promote their music.

The social club has multiple floors with an outdoor courtyard. It also includes an art gallery, gift shop, music venue, restaurant and a coffee shop. It even has places for performances, classrooms and a non-profit office space.

On almost any night people can expect to see theater performances, pop up art galleries, circus classes, trivia competitions, live bands or art courses for the kiddies. The Des Moines social club is place for everyone of all ages.

Below are some the exciting places that people of all ages can find ways to let loose and explore their various god given talents.

The Culinary Loft

Is a place where individuals of any experience can go to explore or learn to make their favorite dishes. The culinary loft offers different classes to fit what each individual is looking for. They have series classes and single session classes for people of different ranges of experience.

The Basement

Is a place where individuals can go to experience a mix of recurring events of open mics, live music, dance parties and trivia nights. It allows for adults of drinking age a wide variety of drinks, from fine whiskeys to handcrafted cocktails.

Kum and Go Theater

This theater is Des Moines social club customizable theater that can be transformed into a black box, film, music, dance and wrestling. The theater offers free parking between 8^th and 9^th st and mulberry & Cherry St. This is allowed only after 5 pm and on weekends. The entrance is located on the south side of the firehouse.

Prairie Meadows courtyard

The courtyard is a place that is tucked between DMSC’s two campus buildings. The prairie meadows courtyard is where numerous weddings, concerts, food trucks and theater performances take place. Its unique look is the only space in the Des Moines social club with graffiti on bricks and backdrop.

The Malo

Is a Mexican restaurant that brings a lively atmosphere to the Des Moines social club. Its located on 900 Mulberry St Des Moines, IA 50309. From its brunch, lunch and dinner options Malo is a place that allows a great Mexican taste for everyone.

The Rooftop

Is a spot on top of the firehouse at Des Moines social club that has a eclectic feel. The Rooftop is an exclusive patio that’s located right above the prairie courtyard. What once housed firetrucks for the Des Moines Fire Department is now a spot that’s used for happy hour 3 days a week in the summer time.

The Viaduct Gallery

Is visual art that is committed to supporting artists in the local area by creating opportunities to enhance the art scene in Des Moines. The gallery can also be seen on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

The Blue Moon Studio

Is a place where artist can go to record or produce music in the Des Moines area. The studio offers intro to home and Digital recordings, condenser microphone, dynamic microphones and advanced recording techniques.

The Scenic Route Bakery

Is a daughter and father bakery that is opening in May of 2019 at the Des Moines social club. The menu will consist of coffee, pastries with the addition of grab n go breakfast and lunch items.

Now that I’ve shown everyone what the Des Moines social club is and some of things to do there. I want you to share this blog post to show the awesome things the Des Moines social club is doing to help the Art and Entertainment scene in the Des Moines area. I also want you all to go for yourself to see the awesome things the community is doing.

May 12, 2019April 23, 2019

Why Des Moines is the root to Iowa family fun

“You can’t plant a seed without getting your hands dirty,” Mariah Dillard

So, let’s get to the root of the problem. Life is busy for both parents and kids. We manage our to-do’s and bury ourselves in technology. We are losing connection (no pun intended) with our children and our spouse. Instead, we should be planting the seed on quality family time.