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Rotary Club, Food Pantry, and Aloft is Open and Other Things to Know Today in Waukee

Here's everything you need to know today, March 29, and some other stuff, too.

1) Rotary Club Meeting

Interested in joining the Rotary Club? The group will meet first thing this morning at 6:45 a.m. at the Des Moines Golf & Country Club in West Des Moines.

2) Waukee Area Food Pantry Services

is open today from 9-11 a.m. offering non-perishable food and personal items for those living in the Waukee School District or those with approval from local churches. The food pantry is located in the lower level of .

3) Activities at the Waukee Public Library

Looking for something fun to do for the kids today? Why not take a class at the ? Time for Twos is for toddlers 2-3 years-old. Children and caregivers will enjoy songs, finger plays, and read-aloud stories, followed by playtime. Time for Twos meets at 11 a.m.

Pajama Time family story time will be held tonight at 6:45 p.m. It's open to the entire family.

4) Aloft Gallery Opens for the Season

The is officially open for the season. Located in the barn at , this great little gallery offers handmade items for just about everyone.

Aloft Gallery is open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from noon to 4 p.m.

5) Waukee Area Arts Council Presents "Students on Stage"

The will presents "Students on Stage" by the Waukee Middle School’s Y-Teens Drama Club, tonight at 7 p.m. at .

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend.

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