We've all experienced injustice one way or another at some point in our lifetime. Usually we just deal with it ourselves or try to find some way to fix it or accept it. If that doesn't work, there's always the court system we can go through to try to get it resolved. But when injustice happens where it shouldn't and when you least expect it, when the very people who claim they’re there to help you with a problem actually exacerbate, or add to the problem, then lie out of both sides of their mout …

There are Mommy groups and Daddy groups. But we'd like to meet other like-minded families! This group gives families the opportunity to spend time together while also meeting new friends for ALL the family members! Any families with young children who enjoy playing at the park, going to movies, playing video games, reading books, camping . . . well, doing anything together as a family . . . should join!

Couples who are looking for new people to hang out with, go to events with or just having someone to invite when you feel like having a party. Many times, you run into the situation where one person likes "one" of the people in a couple but not the other. Now you'll have the opportunity to have more than "one" choice :) We will do group activities of every kind (anything that you can come up with) that's legal, of course! Come join us and have a great time...

… Although 70-90% of parenting our children on a daily basis may have nothing to do with adoption at all - it is nice to have a group of friends who understand the wide range of concerns, questions, and situations that do or will come up as parents who have adopted.  This group can serve as a sounding board for the parents - discussing best practices for dealing with the variety of issues and questions that come before, during and post adoption. And of course, we also can share in the joys and cel …

Des Moines locals that want to get out on the water and learn, share, and paddle together. Stand Up Paddling (SUP) is the fastest growing sport in America. Why? Because it is easy to learn, tons of fun, and can be done on almost any body of water. SUP may have been born in Hawaii, but it is a perfect fit for Iowa!

The purpose of this group is to bring Moms, Expecting Moms, Dads, Care Givers, Babies, Toddlers, Kids and Families together in the Grimes, Urbandale and Johnston area in order to meet other new parents and to get to know more people like one another in the same area to have the little ones meet new friends and also have adult fun and family fun.

Come join other girls enjoying all the Des Moines area has to offer.

Meet kindred book lovers in a local Meetup Book Club! Fiction or non-fiction, paperback or hardcover, you'll read a new book every month. Come to laugh, share stories and make new friends!

This site is a sister to the Iowa Democratic Veterans' Caucus site.  To follow us there go to www.theidvc.net.

Meet other local atheists, freethinkers and heathens. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends.

A fun group of young women who love to read getting together in a social setting twice a month to discuss the book of the month.

If you enjoy food, wine and camaraderie, this is the group for you. We'll explore local restaurants, cooking classes, wine nights, farmers' markets and other food-related events. The more, the merrier!

The West Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department and Hounds Haven Basset Rescue invite you and your “best friend” to lace up your sneakers and get moving by joining the West Des Moines Dog Walking Club! One of the easiest ways to get some physical activity into your day is to simply take a walk and get your blood pumping. Who would appreciate it the most if you invited him along? Your dog! The fact is your dog could use the walk just as much as you can. What would be even better is having a w …

… Start enjoying all areas of life including relationships with family, friends, and your career. This seminar is for people who want actually experience their Mystical Higher Self. It is not a discussion group, but an organized, step by step process for mastery. You will experience practical exercises and techniques during the meetups so you can . Everyone welcome. (whether beginner or advanced) For more info, visit our website: http://www.profoundmysticalmeditation.com Visit my personal website …

… So tell your friends about our group and join us for our next FYR meeting on Sunday, September 18th. (details below) See you there!

Description: In 2012, we are celebrating Recovery International's Diamond Jubilee, our 75th anniversary.  On November 7, 1937, the first Recovery meeting was held. We are glad that Recovery is still around now, 75 years later. Recovery International (RI) is a peer-led self-help group that teaches techniques to help us change thoughts and behaviors that cause psychological distress. Whether you or someone you know is looking to overcome a specific fear or phobia, are sleepless because of stress …