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Wednesday, November 27, 2024
As the calendar turns from Thanksgiving to the Christmas holidays, Beaverdale will be lighted up and celebrating on Saturday, December 7th for Holiday... Read more
Thursday, November 21, 2024
In Attendance Bill Gray, Brent Millis, Isaac Lafleur, Kevin Moser, Mike McCarthy, Sasha Kamper, Heidi Bagg, Linda Johnson Items Discussed Holiday Happenings? Union Park... Read more
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Beautification Committee Meeting notes 11/19//24   Attended:  Nancy Dunbar, Donna Foltman, Toni Hayes, Sasha Kamper, Terry Thielen, Jean Swanson   Parks: city workers have... Read more
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes September 5, 2024 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Dave Busiek, Vice President Nick Mertes, Treasurer Jay Cox-Kozel, Secretary... Read more
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Looking for a stocking stuffer, or need an idea for your favorite Beaverdalian? How about a Beaverdale t-shirt? Ordering could not be easier. Thanks... Read more
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
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Tuesday, October 29, 2024
In Attendance Don Piper, Bill Gray, Cindy Smith, Hollie Smith, Brent Millis, Isaac Lafleur, Kevin Moser, Josh Nelson Items Discussed Booverdale 10/24/24 4-6 PM BNA... Read more
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Polk County Attorney Kimberly Graham will meet with Beaverdale residents during the upcoming quarterly meeting of the Beaverdale Neighborhood Association. The meeting is scheduled for... Read more
Saturday, October 26, 2024
It was a windy but warm evening for Booverdale 2024 on Thursday, October 24th. Many families came with their kids dressed up for the occasion to visit... Read more
Thursday, October 24, 2024
The intersection of 41st Street and Beaver Avenue next to Price Chopper and Snookies Malt Shop will get a new design in 2025. The Des Moines city council approved... Read more
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Part of Beaver Avenue from Hickman Road to Beaver Crest Drive will close for several days this coming weekend.   Beaver Avenue from Hickman Road to... Read more
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Bring your family to Booverdale 2024 - scheduled Thursday, October 24th from 4:00-6:00 pm in the Beaverdale Business District. Beaverdale businesses... Read more
Friday, October 4, 2024
Minutes 10/3/2024 Attendees: Nick, Eddie, Josh, Chris, Missy, Jesse, Kylie   Meeting called to order Agenda approved unanimously Minutes from September... Read more
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Beautification Committee Meeting notes  09/17/24   Attended:  Donisue Rupp, Nancy Dunbar, Donna Foltman, Barb Mullins, Jean Swanson, Terry Thielen, Toni Hayes,  Parks:: Toni planted... Read more
Saturday, September 28, 2024
In Attendance Bill Gray, Brent Millis, Cindy Smith, Hollie Smith, Mike McCarthy Items Discussed BOO-verdale - Need more information as we weren't... Read more
Friday, September 6, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes August 1, 2024 Location: Northwest Community Center   In attendance: Officers: President Dave Busiek, Vice President Nick Mertes, Treasurer Jay... Read more
Thursday, August 29, 2024
In Attendance Don Piper, Bill Gray, Sasha Kamper, Kevin Moser, Josh Nelson Items Discussed National Night Out recap Booverdale Union Park’s Contractors... Read more
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Beautification Committee 08/20/24   Attended:  Donisue Rupp, Nancy Dunbar, Donna Fulmore,, Barb Mullins, Jean Swanson, Terry Thielen, John Waters, Toni Hayes, Marion... Read more
Monday, August 12, 2024
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Friday, August 9, 2024
One Beaverdale construction project has been accelerated while a second one is delayed. (Urbandale Avenue closed for repaving 8-24) Urbandale... Read more
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
The hot, humid weather broke earlier in the day, making for a perfect night for National Night Out, 2024. Beaverdale's NNO took place near Snookie's... Read more
Friday, August 2, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes June 6, 2024 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Dave Busiek, Secretary Craig VandeVenter Board: Eddie Fishman,... Read more
Friday, August 2, 2024
Although much of Beaverdale escaped damage from the storm that moved through Wednesday night, July 31st, one small part of the neighborhood had... Read more
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
In Attendance Don Piper, Isaac Lafleur, Bill Gray, Sasha Kamper, Brent Millis, Cindy Smith, Hollie Smith, Francis Bogus Items Discussed · BNA QM 8/1/2024 7-8 PM ·... Read more
Sunday, July 21, 2024
It wasn't "late September back in '63" but oh, what a night for bluegrass fans in mid-July, '24! The Beaverdale Bluegrass Festival attracted its... Read more
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Beaverdale Beautification Meeting  June 18, 2024 Attended:  Donisue Rupp, Nancy Dunbar, Donna Fulmore, Sasha Kamper, Barb Mullins, Jean Swanson, Terry Thielen, John Waters,... Read more
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
We're about a month away from the 2024 Beaverdale Bluegrass Festival. You can help support the festival and show your Beaverdale pride with the latest... Read more
Monday, June 10, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes May 2, 2024 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Dave Busiek, Vice President Nick Mertes, Treasurer Jay Cox-Kozel,... Read more
Saturday, May 25, 2024
In Attendance Don Piper, Isaac Lafleur, Bill Gray, Sasha Kamper, Brent Millis, Cindy Smith, Kevin Moser, Josh Nelson Items Discussed · Instagram Update ·... Read more
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes April 4, 2024 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Dave Busiek, Vice President Nick Mertes, Treasurer Jay Cox-Kozel,... Read more
Friday, May 24, 2024
The City of Des Moines will begin picking up storm debris left at the curb on Tuesday, May 28th. Please follow the guidelines: Branches and tree... Read more
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Multiple infrastructure improvements are planned or underway in Beaverdale. Urbandale Avenue near the Beaver Tap, looking east The Des Moines city... Read more
Monday, May 6, 2024
Test Your Mental Acumen and Earn a Chance for Free Prizes at the BNA Carving Quest on the Afternoon of June 8, 2024 On Saturday, June 8, 2024, from 1-4pm, the Beaverdale Neighborhood Association is... Read more
Monday, May 6, 2024
SCRUB is a free service provided by Des Moines Public Works and Metro Waste Authority, in conjunction with local neighborhood associations.  At SCRUB sites, Des... Read more
Monday, May 6, 2024
The Beaverdale Neighborhood Association is hosting a one-of-a-kind service event starting in May and lasting into June. The Beaverdale Big Event provides... Read more
Monday, April 29, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes February 1, 2024 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Marcus Coenen, Treasurer Jay Cox-Kozel,... Read more
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
The Des Moines Zoning Board of Adjustment has approved a plan to construct a cellphone tower behind the Acanthus Lodge at 4133 Urbandale Avenue. The approval comes with... Read more
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
In Attendance Don Piper, Isaac Lafleur, Bill Gray, Sasha Kamper, Brent Millis, Cindy Smith, Kevin Moser Items Discussed · Instagram update · Beaverdale Big... Read more
Saturday, April 20, 2024
Update on April 20, 2024: City staff has recommended approval of construction of a cellphone tower behind the Acanthus Lodge on Urbandale Avenue.  Staff... Read more
Friday, April 19, 2024
The Des Moines Register has published a useful article on how to spend a perfect day in Beaverdale. The online story, originally published in late... Read more
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Update on April 20, 2024: City staff has recommended approval of construction of a cellphone tower behind the Acanthus Lodge on Urbandale Avenue.  Staff... Read more
Monday, April 8, 2024
  Board of Directors Minutes March 7, 2024 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Dave Busiek, Treasurer Jay Cox-Kozel, Secretary Craig... Read more
Monday, April 1, 2024
A neighborhood meeting has been planned to discuss a proposal to construct a cellphone tower in the parking lot behind the Acanthus Lodge on Urbandale... Read more
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Despite some chilly and windy weather, hardy Beaverdalians turned out for the 2024 Beaverdale Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23rd. The annual... Read more
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
The city of Des Moines recognized two Beaverdale residents for their efforts to keep Beaverdale beautiful. Toni Hayes and Nancy Dunbar were given the... Read more
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Join the fun for the 2024 Beaverdale Neighborhood Association Easter Egg Hunt. This event goes quickly, so show up early so the kids don't miss... Read more
Saturday, February 24, 2024
In Attendance Don Piper, Kevin Moser, Brent Millis, Dave Busiek, Isaac Lafleur, Mike McCarthy, Josh Nelson, Bill Gray, Sasha Kamper Items Discussed Instagram... Read more
Sunday, February 11, 2024
  Funding for Exterior Home Improvement Projects: City of Des Moines’ Block Challenge Grant Program   The Block Challenge Grant Program brings... Read more
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
A new year brings new board members and leaders to the Beaverdale Neighborhood Association. At the first quarter meeting held Tuesday, February 6th,... Read more
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
CITYVIEW readers have voted Beaverdale as the "Best Local Community to Live In". CITYVIEW'S Best of Des Moines 2024 contest offers thousands of... Read more
Sunday, February 4, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes December 7, 2023 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Marcus Coenen, Vice President Dave Busiek,... Read more
Sunday, February 4, 2024
Board of Directors Minutes November 2, 2023 Location: Fishman Law Firm   In attendance: Officers: President Marcus Coenen, Vice President Dave Busiek,... Read more
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
In AttendanceKevin Moser, Isaac Lafleur, Mike McCarthy, Francis Boggus, Bill GrayItems Discussed? February Quarterly Meeting? BNA Instagram? Trail Cleanup?... Read more
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Des Moines' first female mayor, Connie Boesen, will address the first quarter membership meeting of the Beaverdale Neighborhood Association. Details and agenda below: BNA Quarterly Meeting Agenda Tuesday, Feb 6th 2024, 7-8... Read more
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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Monday, January 15, 2024
The BNA will begin planning our Annual Easter Egg Hunt shortly.  In order to prepare, we need volunteers to stuff Easter eggs in advance, and help with... Read more