Each candidate running for the Des Moines City Council Nov. 7, 2023 General Election was asked 10 questions by The Waterland Blog, covering topics like their reasons for wanting to serve on… Read More
Here’s our recap of the Des Moines City Council meeting held on Thursday night, Sept. 28, 2023:
Genesis Project Presentation
The Des Moines Human Resources budget allocates monetary su… Read More
The Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market Market is ending the season this Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, with a Renaissance-themed Harvest Festival full of food, fun and festivities for the whole… Read More
From our friends at WABI Burien:
Gary McNeil
Big thanks to Gary McNeil for having led the Des Moines Waterland Walkers for many years!
Gary and his wife, LaDonna, had lived in Burien for yea… Read More
UPDATE Aug. 30, 2023 4:15 p.m.: The missing elderly man who went missing in Des Moines on Monday night, Aug. 29, 2023, has been located and transported to the hospital for evaluation, Des Mo… Read More
Can you place this fish?
Please join us on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 as we make a loop through Des Moines in search of this sculpted fellow.
We’ll park at the library (which is clo… Read More
“Calling all Golden Girls!” – Waterland Pride needs your support in the upcoming July 22 Waterland Parade in Des Moines.
“Please come dressed up as your favorite… Read More
This Sunday, June 18, 2023, the Des Moines Waterland Walkers are having their annual Father’s Day walk at Saltwater State Park, and all are invited.
Plus, there is also a fairl… Read More
Waterland Pride Weekend 2023 is fast approaching, and will feature a variety of exciting events for the LGBTQIA + community, our families, and allies.
Friday, June 9 at 6:30 p.m., K… Read More
The final few Men In Black Birthday Bash (MIBBB) Bayside Ball tickets are still available! Don’t wait – get yous now at:
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The Men in Black Birthd… Read More
This month the Waterland Walkers will have another special walk, visiting the Redondo area and the MaST Center Aquarium this Saturday, May 20, 2023.
Date & Time: Meet a… Read More
Maury Island Incident Guided Walking Tour – sponsored by MIBBB Fest, with a bonus at the finish – will be held this Saturday, June 10, 2023, starting at Noon at Harper Studios… Read More
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Here’s a great opportunity to show your talent at the upcoming Waterland Wine and Art Walk, coming to Des Moines on Saturday, May 13, 2023.
This year, Destination… Read More
As part of the South Sound Opening Day of Boating Season, the Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market will be hosting a Mother’s Day Pop-Up this Saturday, May 13, 2023.
Folks can join… Read More
International Sculpture Day is a worldwide annual celebration of the art of sculpture, which started in 2015 with over 50 events held in 12 countries.
Now there are hundreds of events he… Read More
The Des Moines Legacy Foundation will be presenting International Sculpture Day on Saturday, April 29, 2023.
This free event will run from 1-4 p.m. at George C. Scott Studios, located at… Read More
From our friends at WABI Burien:
All are invited to join the Waterland Walkers as they head to Des Moines this Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023 to check out the many boats in the marina, enjoy views… Read More
By Mellow DeTray
New Year’s Day 2023: It was the second annual Polar Bear Plunge at the Des Moines Marina, and my first time joining the shenanigans.
I am no stranger to the joys of a… Read More
St. David’s Day is March 1, 2023, and honors Dewi Sant (Saint David), the patron saint of Wales.
He was the grandson of Ceredig, King of Ceredigion, living during the 6th century… Read More
This month the Waterland Walkers are celebrating two holidays with their Des Moines Waterland Walking Group on Sunday June 19, 2022 at 11 a.m. – they will have their annual Father&rsqu… Read More
SAVE THE DATES: A Holiday Bazaar to benefit the Des Moines Auxiliary for Seattle Children’s Hospital will be held on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022.
This event will run from… Read More
Have you seen the five beautiful new utility box artworks that have been installed around Des Moines?
These new public art pieces are located in five locations throughout the city.
Regional… Read More
From our friends at WABI Burien:
The October walk of the Des Moines Waterland Walkers will visit the scenic Redondo area this Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021.
Meet at 11:00 a.m. this Sunday at the Red… Read More
SPONSORED:
A harvest of Fall favorites & savings up to 25% off awaits at Zenith Holland Gardens Nursery.
Harvest season is in full swing along with the Fall sale at Zenith Holland Nurser… Read More
SR3, a Des Moines nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and protecting marine wildlife, will be hosting a Cornhole tournament at the All Star Sports Bar in Des Moines on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022… Read More
From our friends at WABI Burien:
Can you place this fish?
Please join us starting at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Mar. 16, 2022 as we make a loop through Des Moines in search of this sculpted fello… Read More
Des Moines Police on Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022 arrested a man suspected of shooting and killing a dog that got loose while being walked by an 11-year-old girl.
Police say that at around 6:55… Read More