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The Downtown Farmers' Market brings almost 300 Iowa vendors into the Court Avenue district.

Downtown Farmers' Market Is Back

Opening day for the Downtown Farmers' Market is just one night away. Beginning at 7 a.m. tomorrow in the Court Avenue district, one of Des Moines' favorite weekend events will open for business with nearly 300 vendors. The market will run every Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon until Oct. 26.

The Downtown Farmers' Market is consistently ranked among the top farmers' markets in the nation, notching second place in both the Daily Meal and Shape Magazine lists. Vendors from across Iowa sell products ranging from locally grown produce to unique arts, crafts and decor.

To learn more about the farmers' market, click here.

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'School of Rock'

Based on the hit movie of the same name, "School of Rock" follows Dewey Finn, an aspiring rock star who works as a substitute teacher. He eventually turns a classroom of students into a rock band. There are shows all weekend at the Des Moines Civic Center, starting with one at 7:30 tonight. Learn more


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A Fairy Tale with Girl-Power!
Ella was given the "gift" of obedience. When she becomes a servant in her own home, she searches for a way to break her curse and pursue her dreams. ... Read more »

'It's Not You, It's Me'

Hosted by Second City, the improvisational comedy group based in Chicago, "It's Not You, It's Me" focuses on human relationships. The jokes start at 7:30 tonight at Temple Theater, and shows continue through May 19.
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The Greatest Love Story Ever Sung
A flickering candle and an accidental touch of hands in the dark - so begins one of the greatest love stories in all of opera. Get swept up in the Bohemian Revolution as a group of struggling artists strives to live life to the fullest in Puccini’s romantic blockbuster, featuring some of the most familiar and beautiful music ever written. ...
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On This Shining Night

The Des Moines Choral Society is hosting its eighth annual celebration tomorrow at 6 p.m. Tickets range from $75 to $125 and include hors d'oeuvres, two cocktails and more. The event will be at the Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center Ballroom. Learn more


Food Truck Thow Down

The Des Moines Social Club will host 13 food trucks, live music, beverage tents and art activities in its fifth annual Food Truck Throw Down, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. tomorrow. Admission is $5 and free for children under the age of 10. Learn more

 
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First Friday

Mainframe Studios is hosting its First Friday event "Mesophases with ISU" from 5 to 8 tonight. Twenty-two students from Iowa State's College of Design will display their sculpture creations. Learn more
 
Sybarite5

Sybarite5, a string quintet, plays a wide variety of music, including Radiohead, Piazzolla, Mozart and Brubeck. The show starts at 7:30 tonight at Hoyt Sherman Place. Learn more
 
Works on Paper

Local artist Whitney Courtney Nastanovich is unveiling her exhibition "Works on Paper" during an opening reception 7:30-9:30 tonight at the Des Moines Social Club Basement. Admission is free. Learn more
 
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