Kids Eat Free, a Book Discussion and "The Smurfs": Things You Should Know Today in Waukee

1) Kids Eat Free at the Waukee Pizza Ranch

in Waukee allows kids to eat free with the purchase of an adult meal every Tuesday evening. Pizza Ranch is open from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. today.

2) Book Discussion at the Waukee Public Library

Join fellow readers for a discussion of Tracy Kidder's "Strength in What Remains" today at 1 p.m. at the . Refreshments will be served. Copies are available at the library.

3) "The Smurfs" at the Waukee Public Library

The is showing a family movie matinee today. The Library will play, "The Smurfs" (rated PG) at 2 p.m. Cupcakes and popcorn will be provided. Attendees are asked to bring their own drinks. There is no charge to attend.

4) Local Cancer Research Participants Needed

The American Cancer Society's Epidemiology is inviting men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 years who have never personally been diagnosed with cancer to join a Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). Participation is easy and local enrollment in the Des Moines area is being made possible in partnership with Mercy Medical Center - Des Moines and Iowa Methodist Hospital. To learn more about the opportunity or to schedule an appointment, visit cps3desmoines.com. Appointments are being scheduled now for April 17-20. 

5) Today's Weather

Today expect periods of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day with a high near 73. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms likely with a low around 57. Total rainfall amounts are estimated at half an inch.