About this Event
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026
Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Address: Science Center of Iowa, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50309
Description: When we think about mental health, we often think about therapy offices or doctor’s appointments. But mental health isn’t built in isolation. It’s built in conversations with friends. It’s found in community centers, neighborhood coffee shops, support groups, libraries, places of worship, parks, and the people who show up when we need them most.
This special Lifting the Veil event brings together storytellers, advocates and local mental health experts to explore how connection strengthens our mental well-being. Through stories featured in the magazine and conversations with experts, we’ll examine what it means to create communities where people feel seen and supported.
Join us as we celebrate the idea that healing isn’t always something we do alone. Sometimes, it’s something we build together.
Panelists:
- Katelyn Gonzalez, director of development, Community Support Advocates
- Kate Granzow, director of Honor the Gift, Iowa Donor Network
- Bridgette Hensley, therapist, Prairie Wellness
- Tony Tandeski, owner, The Rook Room
As a media company, we believe our products should mirror our community both in the ways we celebrate diversity and in the way we facilitate meaningful conversations about equity. We understand this is essential to supporting a strong and growing community.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Science Center of Iowa, 401 West Martin Luther King Junior Parkway, Des Moines, United States
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