Community Conversations With Iowa Life

6:30 p.m.
Grand View University Student Center
2811 E 14th St., Des Moines, IA

Join us for an engaging evening as Iowa PBS presents Community Conversations With Iowa Life, a special event celebrating the upcoming new season of the human interest show, Iowa Life. This event will feature an inspiring panel discussion with remarkable individuals who significantly impact their communities and were featured in the first season of the show.

Guests are invited to arrive at 6 p.m. for appetizers and refreshments, and to network with other attendees. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., a discussion will be led by the newly named host of Iowa Life, Charity Nebbe, and Nathan Beacom, executive director of the Lyceum Movement. Panelists include: 

Dasia Taylor, inventor and STEM advocate

Gabi Torres, artist and creative placemaker

Dana James, founder and publisher of Black Iowa News

Kevin Mason, professor at Waldorf University and creator of Notes on Iowa

Iowa Life shines a spotlight on the extraordinary individuals who make a significant impact within their communities across Iowa. By sharing these inspiring stories, the show aims to foster a deeper connection among Iowans, celebrate the diversity and resilience of the state's residents, and highlight the positive contributions that shape the fabric of Iowa's society. Register for free to reserve your seat for this inspiring evening.