Urban Dreams is excited to be a part HuffPost’s “Listen to America” bus tour—a 25-city tour devoted to listening to the concerns of people across the country. Join us, as we turn the tables for a night and feature the people of the Des Moines community in conversation with Urban Dreams’ Wayne Ford about the … More HuffPost’s “Listen to America” Bus Tour

Candy, cars, kids (and some adults) in costumes, and a cookout for the community. The annual Trunk-or-treat is a time for us to celebrate with young people, families, and neighbors. Over 30 festively decorated cars will fill the St. Vincent DePaul’s parking lot and volunteers will give out candy to all the trunk-or-treaters from the … More Urban Dreams 3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat

On November 1, 2017, Wayne Ford will begin the next chapter of his career. Please join us in honoring him for the 40+ years of service to our community. This will be a night you won’t forget. Seating is limited, so get your ticket(s) now. Individual tickets include a three-course meal and hosted beer and … More Urban Dreams Comedy Roast & Toast Honoring Wayne Ford

#KidsLivesMatter ‘Funraiser’ Challenge” is the hippest dance challenge in the world! It’s the first-of-its-kind promoting kids health, education, and safety while having so much fun you’ll be talking about it for years to come. And we’re kicking it off right here in Des Moines Iowa at Hy-Vee Hall May 28, 2017.

On this one-day celebration the weekend after Father’s Day, men will gather to share their favorite dish with family, friends, and community. Fathers, uncles, and brothers will cook, bake, and/or grill their signature dish to serve in sample servings with attendees. Family activities will include music, games, storytelling, face painting, and bounce houses to create … More Fathers and Families Cookout