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Serving a diverse Central Iowa community, Polk County is among the nation’s most innovative public institutions. We bring together creative leaders, collaborative organizations and key resources to empower our communities and make life better for all people in Polk County.
Join volunteer storyteller, Carmen Epstein, for a fun, interactive tale tailored toward children ages 2 to 6 that explores the wonders of the outdoors. During each program, participants enjoy interactive stories and an activity.
“One of the most significant victims’ rights is the right to be heard,” Polk County Attorney Kimberly Graham said.
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Feel the real spirit of Earth Day with fellow volunteers as we help to protect and restore a local forest ecosystem.
Feel the real spirit of Earth Day with fellow volunteers as we help to protect and restore a local forest ecosystem.
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This class is for those who may have never painted a day in their life or may have dabbled a little with watercolor but would like to learn more. We will start with the basics, discussing paints, brushes, paper, and technique before moving on to painting our first work of art.
Join a naturalist for a presentation about the mystery of caves. We’ll learn about how they form and what lives in them. We will also hear the story of Floyd Collins; an American cave explorer that became trapped in a cave in the winter of 1925.
Evidence showed that the defendants, without provocation, fired 48 gunshots at the three victims.
Join artists Pam Dennis & Ryk Weiss for a willow trellis making workshop. These make an attractive focal point for a sunroom, garden or flower bed. You may customize your trellis to your preferred dimensions.