Des Moines European Heritage Association invites
you to explore the French language during this 6-week online French
language course for adults (starting Tuesday, October 27, 2020). During
each 90-minute session, you will have the opportunity to learn language
for everyday life and explore culture, all the while developing
proficiency with grammar and vocabulary.

There will be assigned
homework and studying each week. A textbook and workbook will need to be
purchased by the student prior to the beginning of the course in
addition to the course fee of $72. These materials will need to be
ordered online and cost approximately $50 (including shipping).

• Please
  expect to spend 2.5 – 8 hours on homework every week. Everyone learns
  languages at their own pace. In order to remember it the best, you
  should spend about 20-30 minutes every day with your homework. Regular
  self-study and repetition or meeting with others might be helpful.
• Having a general understanding of English grammar or having studied another language is helpful, but not required.
• The course is structured to learn vocabulary and grammar from scratch while covering a variety of everyday topics.
• This class is non-credit but designed to eventually lead to language proficiency in writing, reading and speaking.
• The books are from France and in French, however developed for non-native speakers with a goal of building proficiency.

Prerequisite Skills:
Previous French experience expected: Knowledge of present tense regular
verbs and common irregular verbs, ability to introduce yourself (where
you are from, age, your family, etc.) and talk about your
likes/dislikes, talk about and make plans in the near future. This will
be a continuation of previous classes. Email Laura with any questions at
the email address provided here. Email Laura with any questions.

Our
adult language programs utilize the Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages (CEFRL) which is a guideline used to describe
achievements of learners of foreign languages across Europe and other
countries. CEFRL is a system of validation of language ability and can
be utilized by job applicants and adult students to demonstrate their
language proficiency.

Zoom information will be provided to the registrants.

Deadline to register: October 20, 2020

About
the instructor: Laura Deavers studied French and spent six months in
Marseilles, France, as an undergraduate at Grinnell College. She
received her Master’s Degree in European Literature and Culture in 2014
from Lille University in Villeneuve d’Ascq, France, where French was the
language of instruction. She passed the C2 Level DALF exam in 2014. She
lived and worked in France for seven years, teaching English as a
Foreign Language and working at the International Relations Office of
the Lille University. Since moving back to the Des Moines area she has
truely enjoyed teaching French to adult learners. She loves French food,
music, culture and film, and hopes to share this passion with you!

Des Moines European Heritage Association invites
you to explore the French language during this 6-week French language
course for adults (starting Thursday, October 29, 2020). During each
90-minute session, you will have the opportunity to learn language for
everyday life and explore culture, all the while developing proficiency
with grammar and vocabulary.

There will be assigned homework and
studying each week. A textbook and workbook will need to be purchased by
the student prior to the beginning of the course in addition to the
course fee of $72. These materials will need to be ordered online and
cost approximately $50 (including shipping).

• Please expect to
  spend 2.5 – 8 hours on homework every week. Everyone learns languages
  at their own pace. In order to remember it the best, you should spend
  about 20-30 minutes every day with your homework. Regular self-study and
  repetition or meeting with others might be helpful.
• Having a general understanding of English grammar or having studied another language is helpful, but not required.
• The course is structured to learn vocabulary and grammar from scratch while covering a variety of everyday topics.
• This class is non-credit but designed to eventually lead to language proficiency in writing, reading and speaking.
• The books are from France and in French, however developed for non-native speakers with a goal of building proficiency.

Prerequisite Skills:
Previous study of French at the intermediate level highly recommended
(for example, high school French through French III, 200-level college
courses). This class includes grammar review but focuses on usage of the
language, including pronunciation and conversation. We will continue in
our book from the previous classes (Totem 3). Email Laura with any
questions at the email address provided here. Email Laura with any questions at the email address provided here.

Our
adult language programs utilize the Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages (CEFRL) which is a guideline used to describe
achievements of learners of foreign languages across Europe and other
countries. CEFRL is a system of validation of language ability and can
be utilized by job applicants and adult students to demonstrate their
language proficiency.

Zoom information will be provided to the registrants.

Deadline to register: October 22, 2020

About
the instructor: Laura Deavers studied French and spent six months in
Marseilles, France, as an undergraduate at Grinnell College. She
received her Master’s Degree in European Literature and Culture in 2014
from Lille University in Villeneuve d’Ascq, France, where French was the
language of instruction. She passed the C2 Level DALF exam in 2014. She
lived and worked in France for seven years, teaching English as a
Foreign Language and working at the International Relations Office of
the Lille University. Since moving back to the Des Moines area she has
truely enjoyed teaching French to adult learners. She loves French food,
music, culture and film, and hopes to share this passion with you!

The Downtown Farmers’ Market presented by UnityPoint Health – Des Moines will begin offering a drive-through option each Saturday from 8 – 11 a.m. beginning August 8. The Drive-Through Bite-Size Market will take place at the Iowa State Capitol complex parking lot located at E. 13th and E. Grand Avenue in Downtown Des Moines (DSM) and run Saturdays through Oct. 31. Customers can pre-order and pick-up specific purchased items the following Saturday or shop on-site while staying in their vehicle at the Bite-Size Drive-Through Market. More info: https://www.dsmpartnership.com/desmoinesfarmersmarket/saturday-market#drivethrough

Feed you soul with one enlivening hour where you can experience the refreshing energy of yoga, the nourishing effects of healthy food and the healing power of laughter. Limited to just 15 people to be able to maintain safe social distancing. Teehee’s will be transformed into a sanctuary where Beau Fodor will lead you through Sun Salutations to energize your spirit. Following you will be treated to a delicious meal prepared by Beau which will energize your body. You can have a delicious smoothie or mimosa if you like, you’ve earned it. A featured local comedian will make you laugh with wholesome (probably) comedy while you eat and you can start your weekend feeling energized and happy.
Please bring your own yoga mats. A space will be marked and provided for you separated from others by at least 6 feet. Please wear a mask until you are at your spot. Limited to 15. Hurry before it sells out.
Doors at 10:30am. Starts promptly at 11.
$20 Tickets Online
(Until 10am on the day of)

With one full year under his belt as the executive chef of Proof, Diego Rodriguez is launching a Young Cooks Dinner Series to shine the light on the next generation of culinary all-stars. “Without Sean Wilson giving me the green light to think like a chef, I wouldn’t have devoted myself to my craft like I do now. I know it’s super difficult for other cooks in other restaurants to get that chance, so I’m aiming to give those who I see have the potential that one shot,” Diego says.
These dinners will be available for one night only and each will showcase one local cook or sous chef. The young cook will design the menu (posted here in the event discussion), while Diego will help them bring these concepts to life. https://proofdsm.com/young-cooks-dinner-series
On the heels of the first feast from Zachary Acevedo of Harbinger, next up is Caleb Crossett from The Cheese Bar! Caleb Crossett started cooking for Marriott Coralville in 2015 when he was 15. In 2017, he moved on to Iowa Culinary Institute and started working at the Des Moines Marriott downtown while completing the culinary program (which he did in 2019). Crossett started at Cheese Bar in December 2018 and says “it’s been the perfect fit ever since.” Join us for one of two seatings to savor his five-course dinner.

Noce is proud to present a monthly series of concerts highlighting the work of great Iowa songwriters, whether they specialize in jazz or not. The room that has played host to so many great artists is now open for songwriters of all creeds, giving listeners & musicians an opportunity to appreciate the singular beauty of great songwriting.
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Iowa singer-songwriter, artist and author, Chad Elliott, independently released Rest Heavy: The Sun Studio Sessions on August 10, 2018. Elliott’s writing weaves love, loss and forgiveness into well-worn lyrics with timeless melodies.
With Rest Heavy, Elliott shows his love of roots-rock, soul, and blues music with a rocking band behind his artfully crafted songs and gravelly delivery. The self-produced album was recorded at the famed Sun Studio in Memphis, TN by Ples Hampton. Hampton said, “It was honestly one of the best sessions I’ve ever had up here. This is gold.”
Elliott, performing on acoustic guitar and harmonica, is joined by his full band, The Redemptions, including Tommy Lewis, Travis McFarlane, Kevin Boehnke, Joseph Cafaro, and Jim Van Dorn.
Rest Heavy ranges from modern gospel love songs like the title track, “Rest Heavy,” (with its throwback soul sound) to the tale of unrequited love in “Alberta.” He delves into country soul with “Hills of Tennessee,” recalls early Tom Waits in the jazzy “Cadillac Problems, Buick Times,” adds in some Parlor blues in “Slow Again,” and offers some bottom feeder blues with “Dirty River (Catfish Blues).” An American ramble song that tips its hat to beat poets, musicians, and ramblers of the world, “Shy of Shameless” is a travel log of sorts. “Embarcadero Street” has a raw feel to it with its slinky slide guitar and trashy drums.
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In addition to our live audience performance in Noce Jazz & Cabaret, this show will be streamed live via Facebook and Youtube beginning at 8PM on the night of the show.
Noce is gladly accepting contributions in lieu of our usual cover for shows through the following portals – https://cash.app/$nocedsm – https://paypal.me/nocedsm

Doors: 7:00 PM
Show: 8:30 PM
All Ages$15 (General Admission)Tickets are now on sale online at www.woolysdm.com or at the Wooly’s box office which is open weekdays from 12:00 – 5:00 PM.Tables are available for purchase online only at www.woolysdm.com for $60. Tables seat up to 4 people and tickets to the show must be purchased separately. Tables will be reserved starting closest to the stage based on the time of purchase. (Limited availability)Booths are available for purchase for $75 at the Wooly’s box office which is open weekdays from 12:00 – 5:00 PM or by emailing boxoffice@woolysdm.com. (Limited Availability)

this month for Melting Sounds I bring you a SPOOKY lineup! With sounds from
SWEEZ
KILLAVOLT
MRPIXXUL
followed by a INSANE b2b from Nicky Rage and Soundtrooper this night is going to give you NIGHTMARES! 😈 Since Nicky and Soundtrooper couldn’t do their Digitial Circus set again why not give the people what they want but at a Melting Sounds!?!?!
This special Halloween edition is going to be wild! Will be doing a Halloween costume contest! Winners will get FREE entry for Melting Sounds for 4 months!! will be choosing a few of you!!
This event is 21+ to enter.
IDs will be checked at the door upon arrival.
$7 cover at the door day of show.

Noce is proud to present a monthly series of concerts highlighting the work of great Iowa songwriters, whether they specialize in jazz or not. The room that has played host to so many great artists is now open for songwriters of all creeds, giving listeners & musicians an opportunity to appreciate the singular beauty of great songwriting.
––––––––––
Iowa singer-songwriter, artist and author, Chad Elliott, independently released Rest Heavy: The Sun Studio Sessions on August 10, 2018. Elliott’s writing weaves love, loss and forgiveness into well-worn lyrics with timeless melodies.
With Rest Heavy, Elliott shows his love of roots-rock, soul, and blues music with a rocking band behind his artfully crafted songs and gravelly delivery. The self-produced album was recorded at the famed Sun Studio in Memphis, TN by Ples Hampton. Hampton said, “It was honestly one of the best sessions I’ve ever had up here. This is gold.”
Elliott, performing on acoustic guitar and harmonica, is joined by his full band, The Redemptions, including Tommy Lewis, Travis McFarlane, Kevin Boehnke, Joseph Cafaro, and Jim Van Dorn.
Rest Heavy ranges from modern gospel love songs like the title track, “Rest Heavy,” (with its throwback soul sound) to the tale of unrequited love in “Alberta.” He delves into country soul with “Hills of Tennessee,” recalls early Tom Waits in the jazzy “Cadillac Problems, Buick Times,” adds in some Parlor blues in “Slow Again,” and offers some bottom feeder blues with “Dirty River (Catfish Blues).” An American ramble song that tips its hat to beat poets, musicians, and ramblers of the world, “Shy of Shameless” is a travel log of sorts. “Embarcadero Street” has a raw feel to it with its slinky slide guitar and trashy drums.
––––––––––
In addition to our live audience performance in Noce Jazz & Cabaret, this show will be streamed live via Facebook and Youtube beginning at 8PM on the night of the show.
Noce is gladly accepting contributions in lieu of our usual cover for shows through the following portals – https://cash.app/$nocedsm – https://paypal.me/nocedsm

Des Moines European Heritage Association invites
you to explore the French language during this 6-week French language
course for adults (starting Thursday, October 29, 2020). During each
90-minute session, you will have the opportunity to learn language for
everyday life and explore culture, all the while developing proficiency
with grammar and vocabulary.

There will be assigned homework and
studying each week. A textbook and workbook will need to be purchased by
the student prior to the beginning of the course in addition to the
course fee of $72. These materials will need to be ordered online and
cost approximately $50 (including shipping).

• Please expect to
  spend 2.5 – 8 hours on homework every week. Everyone learns languages
  at their own pace. In order to remember it the best, you should spend
  about 20-30 minutes every day with your homework. Regular self-study and
  repetition or meeting with others might be helpful.
• Having a general understanding of English grammar or having studied another language is helpful, but not required.
• The course is structured to learn vocabulary and grammar from scratch while covering a variety of everyday topics.
• This class is non-credit but designed to eventually lead to language proficiency in writing, reading and speaking.
• The books are from France and in French, however developed for non-native speakers with a goal of building proficiency.

Prerequisite Skills:
Previous study of French at the intermediate level highly recommended
(for example, high school French through French III, 200-level college
courses). This class includes grammar review but focuses on usage of the
language, including pronunciation and conversation. We will continue in
our book from the previous classes (Totem 3). Email Laura with any
questions at the email address provided here. Email Laura with any questions at the email address provided here.

Our
adult language programs utilize the Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages (CEFRL) which is a guideline used to describe
achievements of learners of foreign languages across Europe and other
countries. CEFRL is a system of validation of language ability and can
be utilized by job applicants and adult students to demonstrate their
language proficiency.

Zoom information will be provided to the registrants.

Deadline to register: October 22, 2020

About
the instructor: Laura Deavers studied French and spent six months in
Marseilles, France, as an undergraduate at Grinnell College. She
received her Master’s Degree in European Literature and Culture in 2014
from Lille University in Villeneuve d’Ascq, France, where French was the
language of instruction. She passed the C2 Level DALF exam in 2014. She
lived and worked in France for seven years, teaching English as a
Foreign Language and working at the International Relations Office of
the Lille University. Since moving back to the Des Moines area she has
truely enjoyed teaching French to adult learners. She loves French food,
music, culture and film, and hopes to share this passion with you!

All 👏day 👏Happy 👏Hour 👏

Join us in-restaurant for another Sushi Sunday all day Happy Hour! To make your reservation visit bluesushisakegrill.com/reservations. Our limited Happy Hour menu is available for carryout as well – to order online visit order.bluesushisakegrill.com

Des Moines European Heritage Association invites
you to explore the French language during this 6-week online French
language course for adults (starting Tuesday, October 27, 2020). During
each 90-minute session, you will have the opportunity to learn language
for everyday life and explore culture, all the while developing
proficiency with grammar and vocabulary.

There will be assigned
homework and studying each week. A textbook and workbook will need to be
purchased by the student prior to the beginning of the course in
addition to the course fee of $72. These materials will need to be
ordered online and cost approximately $50 (including shipping).

• Please
  expect to spend 2.5 – 8 hours on homework every week. Everyone learns
  languages at their own pace. In order to remember it the best, you
  should spend about 20-30 minutes every day with your homework. Regular
  self-study and repetition or meeting with others might be helpful.
• Having a general understanding of English grammar or having studied another language is helpful, but not required.
• The course is structured to learn vocabulary and grammar from scratch while covering a variety of everyday topics.
• This class is non-credit but designed to eventually lead to language proficiency in writing, reading and speaking.
• The books are from France and in French, however developed for non-native speakers with a goal of building proficiency.

Prerequisite Skills:
Previous French experience expected: Knowledge of present tense regular
verbs and common irregular verbs, ability to introduce yourself (where
you are from, age, your family, etc.) and talk about your
likes/dislikes, talk about and make plans in the near future. This will
be a continuation of previous classes. Email Laura with any questions at
the email address provided here. Email Laura with any questions.

Our
adult language programs utilize the Common European Framework of
Reference for Languages (CEFRL) which is a guideline used to describe
achievements of learners of foreign languages across Europe and other
countries. CEFRL is a system of validation of language ability and can
be utilized by job applicants and adult students to demonstrate their
language proficiency.

Zoom information will be provided to the registrants.

Deadline to register: October 20, 2020

About
the instructor: Laura Deavers studied French and spent six months in
Marseilles, France, as an undergraduate at Grinnell College. She
received her Master’s Degree in European Literature and Culture in 2014
from Lille University in Villeneuve d’Ascq, France, where French was the
language of instruction. She passed the C2 Level DALF exam in 2014. She
lived and worked in France for seven years, teaching English as a
Foreign Language and working at the International Relations Office of
the Lille University. Since moving back to the Des Moines area she has
truely enjoyed teaching French to adult learners. She loves French food,
music, culture and film, and hopes to share this passion with you!