CrossTrainers
2026-04-01 06:30 - 08:00, 2026-04-08 06:30 - 08:00, 2026-04-15 06:30 - 08:00 UTC | Valley Church Chapel, 4343 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Equipping men with the spiritual tools to enhance their relationship with God, their wives, children, church, friends, and community. Join us each Wednesday—in-person or via Zoom—as we strive to live well and finish strong.
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Middle School Open Gym and Movie Night
2026-04-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | IA
Valley Community Center

We’ll have a low-key night to hang out, play in the gym, and watch a movie in the Cafe! Students will get to vote on the movie. We’ll serve snacks, too!

8th Grade Girls Flower Night
2026-04-01 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | IA
RSVP required
$5 suggested donation
Bring a small vase or mason jar

8th grade girls, join us for a night of flower bouquet making, food and fellowship.

Discovery Center Play Dates
2026-04-02 08:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-16 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | IA
NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO DISCOVERY CENTER PLAY DATE ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 DUE TO A PRIVATE EVENT
You’re invited to our new Discovery Center Play Dates—a welcoming space designed for kids to play in a creative learning environment, for parents to connect, and for relationships to grow.
Beginning in February, families are invited to join us in the Discovery Center on the Lower Level of Valley Church on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays and Saturdays of each month from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. These mornings are intentionally unstructured and relaxed, creating a natural environment for play, conversation, and community. Use the East Entrance to enter the church building.
What to Expect

A safe, engaging indoor play space for children
A relaxed setting for parents and caregivers to connect
An outdoor playground area called the Discovery Park with towers, music stations and sensory walls
Flexible arrival and departure—come when it works for your family
A great opportunity for families new to Valley or looking to build relationships

Free Tax Preparation with a Pro
2026-04-02 12:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-09 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Tuesday, February 3 through Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Tuesdays 9 am to 1 pm
Thursdays 12 pm to 4 pm
Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm

If your household’s annual income is generally less than $67,000, come get your taxes completed by certified preparers without charge!

MUST BRING TO YOUR APPOINTMENTS:

Photo identification
Income tax documents (W-2, 1099s, etc.)
Last year’s tax return
Social Security cards for all named on the return

APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED. SOME WALK-INS MAY BE AVAILABLE IF SCHEDULE ALLOWS. WALK-IN HOURS VARY BY DAY AND ARE NOT ACCEPTED AT CLOSING TIME.

Questions? Call 515-283-0940 or email info@theiowacenter.orgVisit theiowacenter.org for any other information or to schedule an appointment

Easter at Valley Church
2026-04-03 17:30 - 2026-04-05 12:30 (America/New_York) | Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd, We, IA, 50265, United States

Discovery Center Play Dates
2026-04-04 08:30 - 12:00, 2026-04-18 08:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | IA
You’re invited to our new Discovery Center Play Dates—a welcoming space designed for kids to play in a creative learning environment, for parents to connect, and for relationships to grow.
Beginning Thursday, February 5 and Saturday, February 7, families are invited to join us in the Discovery Center on the Lower Level of Valley Church on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays and Saturdays of each month from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. These mornings are intentionally unstructured and relaxed, creating a natural environment for play, conversation, and community. Use the East Entrance to enter the church building.
What to Expect

A safe, engaging play space for children
A relaxed setting for parents and caregivers to connect
Flexible arrival and departure—come when it works for your family
A great opportunity for families new to Valley or looking to build relationships

Free Tax Preparation with a Pro
2026-04-04 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-11 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-14 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Tuesday, February 3 through Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Tuesdays 9 am to 1 pm
Thursdays 12 pm to 4 pm
Saturdays 9 am to 1 pm

If your household’s annual income is generally less than $69,000, come get your taxes completed by certified preparers without charge!

MUST BRING TO YOUR APPOINTMENTS:

Photo identification
Income tax documents (W-2, 1099s, etc.)
Last year’s tax return
Social Security cards for all named on the return

APPOINTMENTS PREFERRED. SOME WALK-INS MAY BE AVAILABLE IF SCHEDULE ALLOWS. WALK-IN HOURS VARY BY DAY AND ARE NOT ACCEPTED AT CLOSING TIME.

Questions? Call 515-283-0940 or email info@theiowacenter.orgVisit theiowacenter.org for any other information or to schedule an appointment

Middle School - No Sunday Morning Program
2026-04-05 09:30 - 10:45 (America/New_York) | IA
Happy Easter!

Replanted Support Group
2026-04-06 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd, We, IA, 50265, United States
Join other foster and adoptive families as we create community and share the ups and downs of this journey! Our Kick-off will take place on January 5th, 2026, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd. West Des Moines, Iowa, in the lower level.
Please click here to register and learn more: https://www.replantedministry.org/group/west-des-moines-ia/

Hand in Hand Mom's Support Group
2026-04-06 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | IA
Join other moms of children with special needs as we come together to share, connect, and support one another in a welcoming and understanding space.
We meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.
No registration is needed—just come as you are!
For details about our next meeting, feel free to email us at hih@valley.church.

Regroup
2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd, We, IA, 50265, United States
Men, are you retired or nearing retirement? Explore God’s purpose for you in this phase of life in a men’s group focused on fun, fellowship, and finishing well. No registration required, we hope to see you there!

Middle School Friend Night - Sky Venue Launch
2026-04-08 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Middle school students-You are invited to join us for Middle School Friend Night on Wednesday, April 8, from 6:30-8 pm at the Valley Community Center. No RSVP is required; just show up! This is a special night featuring some extra fun elements:

Everyone is encouraged to invite a friend to hear the Good News about Jesus!
This is our first night in the brand-new Sky Venue at the Valley Community Center!
Free donuts!
Two $25 gift card giveaways!
16 Square In The Air (like Nine Square In the Air but bigger)!
If 200 middle schoolers show up, Pastor Joe Budish will have to spend a night alone overnight at the Valley Community Center all by himself—and create a vlog about it!

We hope to see you at Friend Night!

The Great Marriage Experience - Covenant Signing: Bring the family
2026-04-09 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd, We, IA, 50265, United States
Join us for a beautiful and meaningful evening as couples take part in a special Covenant Signing Ceremony—a sacred moment to declare your marriage anchored in Christ, your home strengthened against the pressures of this world, and your commitment rooted in unconditional love and lifelong faithfulness.
This unforgettable night concludes with a wedding-reception style celebration, complete with dinner and cake for everyone. Bring your whole family as we honor and celebrate the marriages in our church community.
Even if you were unable to attend one of our first three Date Nights—Cracking the Code of Communication, Kiss and Make Up, or Some Like It Hot—this evening stands on its own and will be a meaningful experience for every couple.
Dr. Gary Rosberg and Barb Rosberg—award-winning authors and trusted marriage experts—will guide us through the Six Secrets of forgiving love, serving love, persevering love, guarding love, celebrating love, and renewing love. Expect laughter, practical wisdom, and life-giving biblical truth you can immediately apply in your relationship.
This is more than a final session.It’s a defining moment—a celebration of covenant love and a renewed commitment to a marriage that lasts.

Respite Night
2026-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 UTC | Hand in Hand Classroom, 4343 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Hand in Hand Ministry is excited to offer a free respite event for families of children with special needs and their siblings.
Drop-off begins at 5:30 PM, with pick-up at 7:30 PM in the Hand in Hand Room, located on the lower level of Valley Church.
We’ll provide dinner and fun activities for your children.Please be sure to include any food allergies or important notes in your registration.Registration is required!
Interested in volunteering? We’d love your help! Please register below as a volunteer.

All Daughters Brunch: EXPECT NEW THINGS
2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Valley Community Center, 4444 Fuller Rd, West Des Moines, IA, 50265, United States
Spring is here, bringing a beautiful reminder of the amazing goodness of God, our heavenly Father, who lovingly calls us His daughters! Just as He blesses us with new weather, vibrant flowers, and warm sunshine, He is continually doing wonderful, new things in each of our lives.
Come join us at the All Daughter’s Brunch as we joyfully embrace His generosity in our lives together. We’ll share a delicious brunch, connect with one another, and be encouraged to see and celebrate all the ways God is actively working in our lives.

Explore Baptism
2026-04-12 08:00 - 12:30 UTC | Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd, We, IA, 50265, United States
Whether you’ve been a Christian for a couple of weeks or a couple of decades, baptism is a unique opportunity to publicly proclaim your faith.

If you are interested in being baptized at Valley, join our Explore Baptism class on Sunday, April 12 or Sunday, April 19 directly after each worship service to learn more.

We are looking forward to seeing you there.

Middle School 5th Grade Parent Meeting
2026-04-12 11:00 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | IA
Valley Church Lower Level Room 108
No RSVP required; just show up

This meeting is for parents of students who will be entering 6th grade in fall 2026. Parents will be able to meet middle school staff, connect with other parents, learn about the developmental significance of middle school, learn how students can make a smooth transition into the Middle School Ministry, and ask questions. You don’t want to miss this!

Alpha - Spring 2026
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Valley Church, 4343 Fuller Rd, We, IA, 50265, United States
Alpha is a welcoming community where you can connect with others who are open to exploring faith and the meaning of life. Each session features a free meal, an engaging talk on an aspect of the Christian faith, and an opportunity for everyone to share their questions and perspectives. We value your voice and would love to hear your insights!
Alpha meets on Monday evenings from 6-7:30 PM. Sessions are available in both English and Spanish. Child care will be available.

Middle School Senior Night
2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | IA
Valley Community Center
No RSVP required; just show up!

We will recognize our high school seniors who have served in Middle School Ministry. You can dress up like your favorite high school senior, or dress up like a senior citizen!

Middle School - Staff Scavenger Hunt
2026-04-17 18:30 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | IA
Cost: $15
Eat dinner before you come
Register by Wednesday, April 15
Drop off at Valley Community Center at 6:30 pm
Pick up at Valley Community Center at 10:30pm

Our favorite middle school staff members will be dressed up in disguise. Your mission is to travel around Jordan Creek Mall and find them hiding among the crowds. After that we’ll go back to the Valley Community Center to hang out and have some more fun. Please note that drop off and pick up is at the Valley Community Center.
