Join us for a fun walk on Rollercoaster at Center Trails in Des Moines. Meet in the Ashworth Pool parking lot at the end of 45th Street by 10:00 a.m.

This walk begins by heading up the road to the lagoon where we will head up into the woods. The dirt trail snakes southward, and we return on the paved Bill Riley Trail for a total of 1.5 miles. If the trails are muddy, we will stick to the paved trails instead. Either way, we will walk slowly, think “stroll,” and no one will be left behind.

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.

Let’s head back to Grandview Park. It is a 60-acre park at the corner of Easton Avenue and East 33rd Street in Des Moines. There are several parking lots. Park in the lot along East 32nd Street just north of Guthrie Avenue. We will leave from there at 10:00 a.m.

Join us at Sycamore Trails in Johnston as we add the High Life loop. Meet by 10:00 a.m. at the gravel parking lot on the south side of 66th Avenue, just west of the Des Moines River.

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!

The Iowa Healthiest State Initiative is thrilled to partner with the Iowa Wolves for the ‘Pack Has Your Back’ game highlighting mental health. Players will wear custom Make It OK Wolves jerseys created by local artist Van Holmgren, with jersey auctions pregame and a portion of ticket sales at the link below going back to HSI to support our ongoing work across Iowa. Join us on Friday, November 22 at 6:30pm to cheer on the Wolves, and highlight mental health in Iowa!

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.

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.

THE IMT DES MOINES MARATHON ADVOCATES FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN THEIR HEALTH AND WELLNESS BY ENGAGING, COORDINATING, AND PROVIDING COMMUNITY RELATED RUNNING EVENTS AND INITIATIVES.

SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 2002, THE DES MOINES MARATHON HAS

PROVIDED A POSITIVE IMAGE OF DES MOINES AS A PLACE TO LIVE,

WORK, AND PLAY BY OFFERING RACE DISTANCES FOR ATHLETES OF ALLAGES AND ABILITIES, INCLUDING THE IMT DES MOINES MARATHON & HALF MARATHON, BANKERS TRUST MARATHON RELAY, PRINCIPAL 5K ROAD RACE, AND THE MERCY ONE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL KIDS RUN.

Use code HSIDMM24 for 10% off the cost of registration for any event!

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!

Focus on Diabetes host Family Health Day at the Cedar Valley Focus on Diabetes, the premier patient education event in the region. Free Education - Free Screenings - Free Resources

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!

Goat 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.

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.

10th Annual Historical State Fair Walking Tour

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.

An evening of conversation and inspiration with artists, writers, poets, and musicians who speak about their art and their mental health journeys. Brought to you by HSI, NAMI Iowa, and Community Support Advocates.