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.
Hair cuts for boys, men, barber. Walk-ins welcome.
Located ½ mile Northeast of Dawson, Sportsman Park has 40 acres of oak and hickory timber overlooking the North Raccoon River. You can enjoy camping, fishing, playing on the handicap accessible playground, hiking along the nature trails, picnicking or getting on the nearby Raccoon River Valley Trail.
The 200 seat Stoner Theater is housed in the Civic Center and is used for smaller theatrical shows and lectures.
Together with the Civic Center, Cowles Commons, and the nearby Temple for the Performing Arts, the Stoner Theater is part of the Des Moines Performing Arts.
The Studio for the lost arts is dedicated to teaching and encouraging everyone to discover the artist or craftsman that lives inside of them. Classes in different arts are held each week and there is open studio time for those who don't want to take lessons but just want to come in and create something beautiful.
Our beautiful nine-hole, Par 34 golf course is open mid-March through mid-October, weather permitting. Sugar Creek is a great course for beginners and provides a challenge for seasoned golfers as well. We have a newly developed practice facility including a driving range, putting green and chipping area.
Sugar Creek offers leagues for men and women, instructional camps for junior and peewee golfers, and personal instruction for golfers of all ages. Tee times are recommended but not required.
The Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park were once a coal mine. Today, the lakes and surrounding area serve both as a wildlife management area and a recreation destination. Visitors to Summerset can picnic, boat, fi sh and bike. A nearby shooting range helps hunters perfect their shot to use hunting in the nearby Middle River Wildlife Area. Mountain bikers can test their skills at any level in the mountain bike area. Summerset’s trout fi shery is a great spot to catch dinner.
The winery is nestled on 12 acres of vineyard just 7 miles south of Des Moines and twenty minutes from the downtown area. The driveway winds through the vineyard and concludes at the winery and tasting room. Summerset Winery’s estate offers an oasis of lush landscaping, expansive decks and terraces. The winery is host to many group tours, special events, wedding ceremonies and receptions, as well as live music every Sunday afternoon. The Arbor House provides the perfect backdrop for wedding ceremonies and concerts. During the summer months, the green grass is laden with lawn umbrellas that offer shade to the wine enthusiasts enjoying picnics and live outdoor concerts. From the back patio, guests can enjoy the picturesque flora as well as the downtown Des Moines skyline.
Indoor public swimming pool managed by Johnston Community School District. Offers swim lessons, open lap swim, swim team and other aquatic activities.
Admission and Open Swim
Please check the monthly schedules for daily dates and times for open swim and lap swim. The pool may be shared with other activities during these times.
Daily admission, punch cards and season passes are good for open swim, lap swim and some special events. Season passes are good for one year from the date of purchase.
2 & under
Youth (3-18)
Adult
Family
Daily Admission
Free
$2
$3
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Punch Cards
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$30 for 20 punches
$50 for 20 punches
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Season Pass
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$150
$200
$250
Season Pass Descriptions
Youth=For ages 3-18.
Adult=For people out of high school.
Family=For children (ages 0-18) and parent(s) living in the same household.
Let us be your catering source for anniversaries, birthdays, baby showers, corporate events, graduations, wedding parties and more!
Sunflower Chef Catering is a full-service catering company dedicated to helping you host an unforgettable event. Our services are perfect for any event from intimate gatherings to large wedding receptions. We decorate the tables or buffet accordingly, and bring our signature fresh sunflowers! In addition, we offer in-home cooking classes and provide a top-notch, friendly service that set us apart from the competition!
We feature a DIY Cupcake Baking & Decorating Party for kids.
At SwimLabs, we take an innovative approach to teaching, providing lessons in state of the art, warm water pools, equipped with a 360-degree video feedback technology. Whether your a beginner triathlete or a competitive swimmer, our champions library of 100+ olympian's videos, coupled with our proprietary software analysis, lets you know just what to do to reach that next level!