National Trails Day is Saturday, June 7, and we are celebrating the new Fourmile Mountain Bike Park. “It features a network of soft surface trails that are ideal for mountain biking, hiking, trail running, and groomed trails for winter fat biking.“

We will meet at 9:00 a.m. in the gravel parking lot at the corner of Williams Street and East Washington Avenue.

This free Soft Trail Stroll series is designed to help people looking for a simple way to become more active, and to increase appreciation of our local soft trails.

The community is invited to wear green, walk around the city square and talk with mental health resources who will have tables set up at the square.

There will be food truck available to purchase lunch.

This is a FREE webinar hosted by EFR. In today’s rapidly evolving work environment, creating a culture that prioritizes mental health is crucial for employee well-being and organizational success. This webinar will provide an impactful, practical guide to implementing mental health training programs that can benefit any workplace.

Mental Health First Aid instructor Megan Hammes (Hammes Homestead and Consulting) is hosting this MHFA in conjunction with MERGE/Greater IC. Megan has extensive experience in the safety, health, and well-being space and she is on a mission to train hundreds of new Mental Health First Aiders!

Join us for a 2.5-mile walk at Denman Woods. This flat trail is south of Center Trails in Des Moines. Park along the south side of North Valley Drive west of the bridge over Walnut Creek. Meet by 10:00 at the west end of the bridge.

Let’s visit the Ewing Park lilacs! Meet by 10:00 a.m. in our usual Ashley Okland Star Playground parking lot on south side of McKinley, just west of Indianola Avenue.

Join us for a 1.5-mile stroll through the woods of Southwoods Park. This park is just off 35th Street, south of Mills Civic Parkway, in West Des Moines. Meet by 10:00 a.m. in the disc golf course parking lot.

Arrowhead Trail Run is a 5k marked course at Arrowhead Park near Neola, Iowa. Choose the traditional 5k distance, 2 laps for a 10k, or complete as many laps as you can in a 4 hour Enduro! Medals will be awarded for the top 10 Male and Female in the 5k, 10k and Enduro events. ALL are welcome to run, jog, walk or hike at your own pace.

This free Soft Trail Stroll series is designed to help people looking for a simple way to become more active, and to increase appreciation of our local soft trails.

Healthy LifeStars will host its sixth annual conference to bring awareness, education and networking opportunities to prevent childhood obesity by bringing together like-minded people to learn and network. Join physicians, nurses, public health educators, researchers, teachers, social workers and dietitians in a conversation about the prevention of, and the implications of, childhood obesity!

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. It covers common signs and symptoms of mental health/substance use challenges, how to interact with a person in crisis, and how to connect a person with help.

This year’s Summit takes a deep dive into society’s misconceptions and barriers surrounding brain health and stigma, and the importance of creating “mindful workplaces.

The 3rd Annual Building on Ourselves Day will be October 26, 2024, at the MLK Center, 1650 Garfield Ave, Des Moines, Iowa 50316. The event will start at 9:30 a.m. and conclude by noon. The event will feature walks ranging from one to three miles.

The Building on Ourselves event, which aims to raise health awareness among people of color, is named in honor of our esteemed Brother Broderick Richard "Boo" Daye.

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

Arrowhead Obstacle Trail Run is a 5k (3.1 mile) event on the scenic trails of Arrowhead Park near Neola, Iowa featuring 15+ obstacles. There is also a 1 Mile Kid's Obstacle Trail Run with 10+ obstacles! All proceeds benefit the Pottawattamie County Trails Association.

Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. It covers common signs and symptoms of mental health/substance use challenges, how to interact with a person in crisis, and how to connect a person with help.

Located in scenic Clinton, Iowa, runners can choose a race distance of 5k, 10k, or Half Marathon. The race starts along 5th Avenue South in Historic Downtown Clinton, quickly traversing Riverview Drive, paralleling the mighty Mississippi, with challenging hill climbs leading to Eagle Point Park’s majestic overlook of the widest part of the Mississippi River! This is one of the most exciting racing experiences of the season!

Mini Hereford (cow) Yoga! This isn’t the most intensive workout, but it is guaranteed to be an experience loaded with giggles, cuddles and just the right amount of cuteness to put you in a good mood. Tickets required for each class.

Floatzilla, the largest paddle event on the Mississippi! Held annually in the beautiful Quad Cities region, Floatzilla brings together paddling enthusiasts from all over the country for a day of fun and adventure on the Mississippi River. With over a thousand participants and the river closed down to commercial watercraft, Floatzilla offers a unique opportunity to explore the area's natural beauty.

Pump up your tires and fasten your helmet, because the Moonlight Bike Ride is back on August 16! Scheduled from 7-10:30 PM on Friday, August 16, 2024, this ride will ensure fun for the whole family! Following the Friday Night Live Summer Series, riders can head over to Central Park and get registered to ride!

The Iowa Hunger Summit is a free, public event held each year in late summer or early fall.

The Iowa Hunger Summit brings together hundreds of Iowans from across the state representing community organizations, business and industry, state and local government, social agencies, churches and religious communities, academia and other groups that lead or participate in projects to eradicate hunger.

The event will feature speakers and panel sessions with leaders and experts in confronting hunger and food insecurity through a variety of lenses.

NEIAWRC Big Four Fair 5k on Saturday June 15th. 7:30 AM start time at the Big Four Fair Grounds. Medals for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each age groups. Refreshments following.

Healthy Hawkeye Coalition is sponsoring a 5k in Hawkeye in correlation to our town's annual celebration. Our town is working hard to find healthy initiatives that bring our community together

The Reliable Street Farmer’s Market will be hosting local vendors, family activities, and musical entertainment. However, the main goal of our event is to provide our community with a free meal and fresh, local produce.

Alive and Running Iowa will be presenting a free QPR (suicide prevention) training at Northeast Iowa Wellness & Recreation Center. This is event will also be a great follow up to our Mental Health Awareness Night on May 7th with a Make it Ok presentation and a showing of the movie My Ascension.

Walk, learn, show support by being involved, and spread awareness for mental health. This event is FREE & open to the public. By design, this event allows participants to walk, seek resources, chat, and enjoy lunch at their own leisure. Take a quick lap on your lunch break or stay the entire time - either way, your support is appreciated and makes a difference in our community.