Smash Park: Family Fun!
Smash Park: Family Fun! Our family is always looking for a great place to eat dinner, drink some craft and have fun all together. Smash Park West Des Moines …
Category: Places to Go
20 Places to Visit in Des Moines with the Grandparents
20 Places to Visit in Des Moines with the Grandparents Are the Grandparent’s coming to town? Are they babysitting for the weekend? In celebration of National Grandparent’s Day, I …
Day Trip to Winterset, Iowa
Day Trip to Winterset, Iowa I am a huge fan of day trips. It is the perfect way to explore different communities around Des Moines, Iowa. I love to …
Day Date at Ladora Bank Bistro
Day Date at Ladora Bank Bistro Des Moines is loaded with great day date and date night options, but every once in a while it is nice to get …
Living History Farms: A History Museum Outdoors
Living History Farms: A History Museum Outdoors When I was little I remember taking a field trip and visiting Living History Farms during the Summer. It was always a …
Iowa State Fair 2018: For the Kids
Iowa State Fair 2018: For the Kids August is just a few weeks away and that means the legendary, “Nothing Compares” Iowa State Fair will be in full swing. Families plan their …
Road Trip: Iowa to Indiana
Disclosure: I received product or services while visiting some of these destinations in exchange for a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Road Trip: Iowa to Indiana …
Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota: Outdoor Fun, Indoors
DISCLOSURE: THIS POST WAS CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GREAT WOLF LODGE MINNESOTA, BUT ALL THOUGHTS AND OPINIONS ARE MY VERY OWN. Great Wolf Lodge: Outdoor Fun, Indoors Great Wolf Lodge …
Fort Wayne a Midwest Family Destination
Disclosure: This blog post is in partnership with Visit Fort Wayne, but all thoughts are my very own. Fort Wayne a Midwest Family Destination Road trips are one of …
Fam Jam at Cowles Commons
Fam Jam at Cowles Commons Fam Jam at Cowles Commons is the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy live music with your family. Fam Jam is created specifically …
Kansas City Hidden Gems + Giveaway!
Kansas City Hidden Gems It is officially summer in the Midwest! Which means time to jump in the car and do some exploring. Our family loves to go on …
Omaha Children’s Museum: New Exhibits + Giveaway!
New Exhibits at the Omaha Children’s Museum Des Moines is a pretty amazing city that offers so much to do, but do you know what else makes Des Moines …
Plan Your Trip to Omaha, Nebraska
Plan Your Trip to Omaha, Nebraska Our family loves to take road trips and one of our favorite places to visit is Omaha, Nebraska. Omaha is about 2 to …
8 Benefits to a Blank Park Zoo Membership
Blank Park Zoo Membership The Blank Park Zoo is a highlighted destination for Des Moines. Our family visits several times a year, all year round. If you are a …
Des Moines Parent + Art Terrarium Children’s Workshop Series
Art Terrarium Children’s Workshop Since Amelia and I visited the Art Terrarium, I could not wait to get something planned to introduce all the fun we had with all …
Healthy Premade Meals for Busy Families: The Grateful Chef
The Grateful Chef I recently ordered food from The Grateful Chef, located near the Pioneer Columbus Community Center. They offer a weekly menu available for carryout on Wednesdays, freezer …
Support Local, Shop the Iowa Food Coop
Iowa Food Coop The last year or so my family has been on a quest to buy as much as possible from small business in our community—when our budget …
5 Fun Outdoor Things to do With Kids in Des Moines, Iowa
Outdoor Things to do in Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa is a great place to visit all year round, but summer may be the perfect time to visit …
Art Terrarium with Kids
Art Terrarium with Kids Amelia and I enjoyed a fun afternoon in Downtown Des Moines over Spring Break. Big brother went on a couple day adventure with Grandma and …
Farrell’s Martial Arts Summer Camp
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Farrell’s Marial Arts. Sign your children up to enjoy Summer Camp at Farrell’s Martial Arts. Starting June 4 through August 10, each week …