Event Description: Come meet other young progressives in the Des Moines metro and help us prepare for upcoming events! This month’s meeting will include a poster-making session for the upcoming No Kings Rally (on March 28). Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own supplies if you'd like.

We'll also hear from Xavier Carrigan, a candidate for Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District, who will share protest safety tips and guidance for participating in demonstrations effectively and safely.

Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026.

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Location: Gilroy's Kitchen + Pub + Patio, 1238 8th St, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA.

Notes: Join Next Century Forum - Next Century Forum is building a network of young progressives across Iowa who want to connect, organize, and lead. Membership is just $10 per year and helps support our work expanding chapters and creating opportunities for young progressives across the state. If you haven't joined yet, we’d love to have you. Join HERE.

For more info contact Lexi Farber, Executive Director, Next Century Forum: lexi@nextcenturyforum.com