Looking for a way to give back to the community? The LBNA keeps tabs on volunteer opportunities in the neighborhood. If you would like to submit a volunteer opportunity, send it to lowerbeaver@gmail.com. Samuelson Elementary Field Day Samuelson Elementary’s annual Field Day will be held September 27. Students will enjoy a variety of outdoor games […]

The students of Samuelson Elementary School will hold a parade on Thursday, September 26. The parade will begin at 12:15 pm at the the school in the 3800 block of Bel Aire Rd. It will proceed east along Bel Aire Rd. and turn north on 38th St. It will then proceed along Lindlavista Way, 38th […]

The Des Moines City Council recently approved a $400,000 loan to Woda Cooper Corporation, clearing the way for a new apartment complex to be constructed on the former Plaza Lanes site. The complex, which will be built on the northern part of the property, will feature 40 units, including affordable options. It will also offer […]

Tai Village (4200 MLK) will be holding their annual Tai Village festival over Labor Day Weekend on Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1 st from 12pm to 10pm. Admission is $10 per car. The festival is open to the public and will feature traditional SE Asian food, music and dancing. A free childrens’ forest […]