Good morning, Ankeny.

RVP 1875 in Jefferson revives a forgotten Iowa furniture-making trade as owner Robby Pedersen uses only hand tools from 1875 to craft over 1,500 pieces and teach the lost art of triple joining—he operates a theater that has hosted 30 musicals and will show Rocky the Musical this summer as its final performance.

Iowa Health and Human Services confirmed a third measles case this year in an unvaccinated child in eastern Iowa who was exposed to the virus during international travel.

The child visited public areas — including Costco, Walmart and Marshalls — while contagious.

Bacoon Ride 2025

7 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Raccoon River Valley Trailhead — Registration required — Enjoy a fun-filled bike ride with delicious bacon-themed treats along the scenic trail.

Taylor Swift Music Camp

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — School of Rock — $479 — Dive into the world of Taylor Swift’s music in a five-day camp with performance opportunities.

Iowa Fine Arts Education Summit

12 AM — FFA Enrichment Center — $35/person ($50 day of) — Engage with educators and artists at Iowa's leading fine arts education conference.

Funky Memphis - Inferno Series

7-9 p.m. — Firetrucker Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic live performance by an acoustic trio covering 90s Alternative and Grunge hits on the patio.

Virtual Tour of The Rose of East Des Moines

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — The Rose of East Des Moines — Free entry — Explore assisted living services and discover exceptional senior care surrounded by a beautiful riverside setting.

Summer Doormat Painting Class

6-8 p.m. — Uptown Garage Brewing Co. — $35 class fee — Create a personalized doormat to welcome summer with friends.

Junior Tour Classic at Ankeny

9 a.m. — Ankeny Golf and Country Club — Entry fee required — Compete in a 9-hole event for junior golfers hosted by the Iowa PGA.

25th Annual School Nurse Conference

7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — FFA Enrichment Center — Registration fee applies — A comprehensive conference for school nurses focusing on evidence-based care and support for children.