B&B Theatres in Ankeny: Screen Play!
B&B Theatres in Ankeny: Screen Play! It is here! A new attraction in Ankeny, Iowa is open. B&B Theatres Ankeny 12 is filled with fun things to see and …
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Places to Play for Children with Special Health Care Needs in Des Moines
Places to Play for Children with Special Health Care Needs in Des Moines Are you having a hard time finding the right place to play with your child who …
Volunteering This Holiday Season at Hawthorn Hill
Volunteering This Holiday Season at Hawthorn Hill The Christmas holiday is quickly approaching (only 57 sleeps to be exact!) and like most parents, we are already beginning to feel …
Science Center of Iowa: Little Learners STEM Programs
Little Learners: Invest in a great start with STEM programs Our littles today are tomorrow’s inventors and problem solvers. So how can we, as parents, help our young explorers …
Teen Activities in Des Moines
Teen Activities in Des Moines Do you have a tween or teenager? One of the most common things I hear from parents is a list of activities and/or programs …
50 Things To Do in Iowa This Winter
50 Things To Do in Iowa This Winter After our first cold weekend of the season, it got me looking ahead to winter in Iowa. There’s no denying that …
Fire Prevention Week in Des Moines
Fire Prevention Week in Des Moines 2018 Every year in October, The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) holds Fire Prevention Week. During this week, communities all over America host different events, activities, …
Day Out With Thomas in Boone, Iowa
Disclosure: This blog post was sponsored by Boone Scenic & Valley Railroad but all thoughts and opinions are my very own. Day Out With Thomas the Train in Boone, …
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 …
Monarch Tagging in Des Moines
Des Moines Monarch Tagging 2018 Early fall is the time of year to tag monarchs. There are several programs and events happening in the Des Moines area so you …
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 …
Wells Fargo History Museum
Recently, I took my 2 kids to the Wells Fargo History Museum. This small museum is the 9th museum that Wells Fargo has opened around the country. Here are …
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 …
National Night Out 2018: Des Moines
National Night Out in Des Moines National Night Out happens every year on the first Tuesday in August. This annual event is a time when communities come together with the …
Into The Blue: National Balloon Classic 2018
National Balloon Classic 2018 It’s that time of year and you will see lots of hot air balloons being released. The National Balloon Classic begins Friday, July 27 and …
Glow Wild 2018 at Jester Park
Glow Wild 2018 at Jester Park Glow Wild is back for another year! Mark your calendars for Glow Wild 2018 on Sunday, September 2 from 4 to 10 p.m. This year …
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 …
Fourth of July in Des Moines 2018
Fourth of July in Des Moines 2018 There are tons of ways to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Each community has a ton to offer. There are parades, festivals and fireworks all …
Des Moines Arts Festival: 2018 Ultimate Children’s Guide
Children’s Guide to the Des Moines Arts Festival One of our favorite central Iowa festivals, is the Des Moines Arts Festival. It is free to attend and there is a …
Free Outdoor Yoga in Des Moines
Free Outdoor Yoga in Des Moines 2018 Yoga. As a parent, we need a little “me” time. Yoga is the perfect way to relax, meditate, stretch, meet other people, …