05/02/2026
ONE WEEK AWAY! Our last pop-up for the foreseeable future is next Saturday, May 9 from 1-3pm at Park Fair Mall. You'll find new summer items, including swimwear, shorts, and shirts! Everyone is welcome to shop, always. Everything is always free, and we can purchase gender affirming items for you, too!
We're excited to have a fun lineup of guests to support you and bring joy to our May pop up!
🏳️⚧️Max (they/he) provides support for those transitioning and can help with binder fittings.
🖍Marlú (they/elle, she/ella) can help you get settled with some tea, crafts, and conversation.
🗣Ashley (she/her) has been a speech and language pathologist for 15 years and has expertise the mechanics of voice. Her goal is to provide tips and techniques for attaining the voice you desire.
📚DSM Pride Center is an inclusive space to access knowledge and experiences that deepen the understanding of LGBTQIA+ history and our community. We're excited to have them join us with books that you can check out and return later to their permanent library at The Mickle Center.
🍪RatRace is a small micro-bakery committed to providing the Des Moines area with creative and classic cookies. Operating with a Pay-What-You-Can business model because they believe everyone deserves a little treat, whether they can afford it or not.
🎨Hunter's Craft Corner will be selling earrings, necklaces, and keychains made from Perler Beads to raise funds for his top surgery. Hunter's been an integral part of the Common Love team and we hope you'll show him some love at the pop up!
In June, you can find us at the Trans Lives Festival on 6/6, People's Pride on 6/20, and Valley Junction Pride on 6/28. We aren't sure what the future holds after that, but we'll be sure to keep you posted.
Thanks for helping us build this community for three years! Stop by on May 9 to soak in the good vibes. We'd love to see you. 💗
**Reminder: we do not accept clothing donations on pop up days, seriously. Thank you!
