Deployment Support: Troop Send Off

This event last took place on May 28th, 2025
3:30 PM CDT (1530R)

he 168th regiment has a send off ceremony on 5/28 at 4 pm at the new armory in West Des Moines. The USO will have a table handing out flags/glow sticks to friends, family and people in the community to send off the troops/ and snack/activity bags for the troops to take with them on their trip. Volunteers will help setup/tear down the USO table as well as hand out the items and then help send off the troops in style!

Other Upcoming Events

  1. Couples Art Class: Halloween Decor 

    Couples are welcome to come to a fun Halloween art class where they can paint Halloween themed pictures to take home. music played and Halloween themed snacks and drinks provided

    Oct 3rd, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)

  2. JFHQ Morale Monday Chili Cookoff and Bingo 

    Chili cookoff with members of the national guard bringing in their chili to serve for lunch. USO will judge and provide prizes to the winners as well as host bingo games for small prizes

    Oct 6th, 2025 11:00 AM CDT (1100R)

  3. 132nd Wing Morale Morning 

    We are bringing coffee, donuts, and bagels to the 132nd Wing and having trivia contests to win small USO prizes.

    Oct 9th, 2025 8:00 AM CDT ( 800R)

  4. Military Self Care Art Class 

    Military members and spouses are welcome to come paint a picture and discuss military life with other spouses and connect and share ideas in a stress free environment with snacks and drinks

    Oct 11th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)

  5. Deployed family Support Event 

    We will host an event for deployed soldier’s families with food, games and bike giveaways

    Oct 17th, 2025 5:00 PM CDT (1700R)

  6. Sioux City Truck or Treat Event 

    USO will participate in Truck or treat event for military families. We will play games, hand out candy, and give away Halloween themed items

    Oct 18th, 2025 4:00 PM CDT (1600R)

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