Tuesday Talks start this week

The Tuesday Talks series returns to the Thomas Jefferson Gardens July 10 through Aug. 14. Each Tuesday will feature a different topic from noon to 1 pm. Attendees can bring their own lunch or order a box lunch for $10. Those who plan to attend should call 515-386-2373 to register or order a lunch. Free will donations will be accepted.

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Yard of the Month to Tina, Tony Sparks

  Brightly painted red window boxes brimming with flowers and a matching red front door welcome visitors to the home of Tina and Tony Sparks, the Jefferson Garden Club’s July “Yard of the Month” selection. They are pictured with son, Joshuah. Curb appeal begins at the front of the property at 307 N. Locust St with a carefully constructed field…

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Register now for Blastball, Pre-Sous Chef programs

Preschoolers will have their turn to play ball at the Jefferson park and recreation department’s Blastball program. Blastball is for boys and girls ages 4 and 5. The group will meet Mondays and Wednesdays, July 16 through Aug. 1, from 5:30 to 6:05 at Kelso Park. Blastball teaches the basic fundamentals and concepts of baseball/softball. No glove  is needed. Cost…

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