The Directory
Kid friendly businesses, organizations and services in the Des Moines area.
Whether you live in Ankeny, Altoona, Clive, Des Moines, Grimes, Indianola, Johnston, Urbandale, Waukee, Windsor Heights, West Des Moines or beyond, find the local resources your family needs in in the dsm4kids Directory!
While all submissions are considered, inclusion in the Directory is based on relevance. Businesses or organizations outside of Central Iowa or primarily geared toward adults may not be listed.
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The Central Iowa Wind Ensemble offers four FREE concerts each year to the central Iowa area that are family friendly. Our 2022-2023 Concert Series will feature a Trick or Treating Event in October, a visit from Santa in December with refreshments and more in the spring! We believe in the power of music to positively impact people and that our performances should be accessible to everyone.
We understand that choosing the right child care solution for your family can be a difficult task. Here at 2 For U Day Care we are confident that we have an advantage over your other child care options. To see first hand the clear superiority of 2 For U Day Care, we encourage you to schedule a tour at any time. By doing this you will see that we are providing your child an experience like no other. Our centers are bright, sanitary and designed to prepare your child socially and emotionally for their next educational steps.
Aardvark to Zucchini Press is a publisher of children's books and reading accessories, located in West Des Moines, Iowa. We are dedicated to educating children, helping them to thrive within our communities and contribute to society to the greatest extent possible. Our company was established with the development of a reading primer that uses a unique phonetic alphabet containing the majority of the phonetic sounds in the English language. Designed to cover one chapter per day, the 64 phonetic sounds are gradually introduced in a specific order that helps the child grasp the concepts quickly and acquire basic reading skills within about one month. Although the book is targeted for children ages 1 to 6, the approach may appeal to older students, including those who are learning English as a second language.
Academy of Martial Arts has been offering instruction and training in Tae Kwon Do since 2004 & Hapkido in 2006.
Located in Ankeny, IA.
The Academy of Martial Arts Systems brings together the energy of the mind and the body. Our program is especially beneficial to children and is designed to enable a child to focus and concentrate on achieving worthwhile goals and to meet life’s challenges with total confidence. Our objective is to provide a fun-filled and positive learning environment for all our young students that will enhance the development of basic good habits such as paying attention, following directions, cooperating with others, respect for self and others, self-control, and self-discipline.
Face Painting Artists, Balloon Twisting, Professional Clowns,Comedy/magic shows and more!
Adventureland Amusement Park contains over 100 rides, shows, and attractions including some of the country's most exciting roller coasters and thrill rides that can challenge the most avid amusement park enthusiasts. There are also plenty of rides for less adventurous guests including great water rides as well as a full compliment of children's rides spread throughout the park. But the entertainment doesn't stop with rides - Adventureland presents a full array of shows in the park - from live music to magic to song and dance - there's always something to suit everyone's taste. Simply the most fun you will have all year!
AJ’s Cleaning & Restoration is focused on providing high-quality service at an affordable rate to Des Moines and the surrounding areas.
Aquatic Center in Altoona, IA. Offers outdoor swim lessons, parties and events, and facility rental opportunities.
OPENING Day: June 3rd 2015
CLOSING Day: August 23rd 2015
The library is much more than a place to check out books. We have programs and services for everyone in our community.
Grief support center in Windsor Heights, Iowa, Amanda the Panda offers the most comprehensive and ongoing services for children, teens, and adults.