North of Grand DSM

02/28/2025

An opportunity to join the discussion about the probable closure of Hubbell Elementary School.

“Everyone's voice is welcome and encouraged - not just families of Hubbell. We know especially for your neighborhood, the Hubbell playground is the only walkable park. With the Roosevelt repurposing, the playground will also be removed.”

02/12/2025

⚠️ SNOW ORDINANCE IN EFFECT AT 10PM: Snow Routes ⚠️

🅿️ Please refrain from parking on Snow Route streets until we shift into neighborhood plowing (we will update you here and at DMSnow.org)

🚮 NO DELAY to waste collection unless we announce otherwise. Please have carts out by 7AM.

🚗 Stay home if possible, but if you have to drive during winter weather, take it slow and watch for our plows. They have several blind spots and are carrying MUCH more weight — give them a wide berth.

🏘️ We will begin plowing neighborhoods AFTER snowfall ends and a final pass of Snow Routes has been completed. Residents must have sidewalks cleared within 48 hours after snowfall ends.

❄️ Keep up with our operations and parking restrictions by following us here, texting SNOW to 515-355-8815, and visiting DMSnow.org.

❤️ We appreciate your patience — and your practice of safe winter driving — as we work to keep Des Moines 2,200+ miles of roadways clear!

Follow Des Moines Public Works for additional updates!

02/11/2025

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02/05/2025

NoG residents Ramona and the Sometimes are just one group among the many local artists performing songs about love and heartbreak on Saturday, Feb. 8. Learn more at xbklive.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axlwgC4ehJE

Ramona and the Sometimes are just one group among the many local artists performing songs about love and heartbreak on Saturday, Feb. 8. Learn more at xbkliv...

02/05/2025

Local neighbor out here showing the kids how bust out some new dance moves!

Since 2018 Anthony San has been teaching students how to breakdance at Oak Park Elementary School. We stopped by Oak Park on Friday, January 31st as San was instructing 60 Panda Breakers to dance the steps. (Jon Lemons/Des Moines Public Schools)

02/04/2025

Hey North of Grand DSM and WHO - Woodland Heights Organization neighbors! Come to the Invest DSM Open House on Feb. 12 to weigh in on the proposed plans for the neighborhoods.

01/31/2025

Exciting news coming to our neighborhood!

01/29/2025

We are so proud to have Oak Park in our neighborhood! Congratulations to the entire team!

Oak Park has become the epitome of dining in Des Moines since opening in 2023. Now it's one of USA TODAY's Restaurants of the Year for 2025.

12/17/2024

12/12/2024

SPO Mike Moody has been our NoG officer for many years, we thank him for his service and wish him the best moving in to retirement!! Congratulations Officer Moody!

For more than 3 decades, SPO Mike Moody served with DMPD as a talented tactical unit team leader, a beloved School Resource Officer, and, most recently, on our Neighborhood Based Service Delivery community outreach team!

A familiar face throughout our community, please join us as we wish him the best in his retirement!

Happy retirement, Mike!

12/06/2024

What a fantastic holiday present!!

Des Moines Parks and Recreation

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12/03/2024

Any contribution – big or small – to our Public Art Fund goes towards the creation and maintenance of art in our district. The Avenues of Ingersoll & Grand – Restoration is a 501(c)3 organization. Thank you for your support!

11/02/2024

What did you think of trick or treating on 10/31?

Let the City of Des Moines - Government know in the survey below!

🎃👻 Des Moines Beggars' Night Survey 👻🎃

For over 80 years, Des Moines children have gone trick-or-treating on October 30, celebrating what we call “Beggars' Night.” But this year, due to weather and safety concerns, we shifted to October 31—traditional Halloween! Now, we want to hear from YOU: Should Beggars' Night remain on October 30, or should we make Halloween the official trick-or-treat night in Des Moines? Or even the weekend prior??? 👀👀👀

Take our quick survey and let your voice be heard on the future of this long-standing tradition! 📝 The survey closes on November 15, and you can access it at dsm.city/beggarsnightsurvey.

10/29/2024

‼️‼️‼️🍁🎃ATTENTION🎃🍁‼️‼️‼️
Beggars night has been moved to Thursday 10/31! City of Des Moines - Government North of Grand + Woodland Heights Neighborhood Group

🚨UPDATE🚨 Beggars' Night has been moved this year due to the severe storms forecasted to reach the City of Des Moines during trick-or-treat hours on October 30.🌩️

But don't fret, this spooky weather won't keep the fun away.👻🍬🎃 This year, Beggars’ Night will be held on Thursday, October 31 from 6 – 8 p.m. to provide a safe and festive trick-or-treating experience for Des Moines children and families.