Top 8 Things To Do in Des Moines in October Put on your flannel, fill up your pumpkin spice, and go pumpkin picking, October is here! Plan your October with a trip to Winterset, the Reiman Gardens, or stay local and celebrate Oktoberfest in Waukee. And for all the fall fun check out our Fall Guide. Bookmark these other Halloween resources for October: Beggars' Night in Des Moines Halloween Events in Des Moines Trunk or...
Small Talk Builds Babies’ Brains – Free Virtual Course for Parents with Infants or Toddlers School is underway for many of Iowa’s children, and Iowa State University (ISU) Extension and Outreach in Polk County will make sure that the youngest residents in Polk County get an opportunity to learn, too! Small Talk is a free virtual program for parents with infants or toddlers and teaches techniques to improve early language development. This ten-week series will...
Best Decorated Halloween Displays in Des Moines We all love the array of Christmas light displays that happen annually, but recently you may have noticed an increase in Halloween displays at houses, in neighborhoods, and at some known organizations in the Des Moines area. This would be a great way to extend your spooky night after a Trunk or Treat event or Beggars' Night. Do you have the spookiest house on the block or know...
Forest Schools in Des Moines The popularity of Forest Schools is on the rise in the United States, and for good reason! Forest School programs support the growth and development of the whole child - connecting them to nature, helping them gain confidence and independence, and strengthening their social skills with peers. Here are 5 benefits of Forest School 1. Connection with nature Forest schools provide children with the opportunity to regularly immerse themselves in...
Free Things to Do in Des Moines, Iowa Des Moines, Iowa is a city full of unique experiences and places to explore. Luckily, it does not need to cost a ton to explore everything Des Moines has to offer. Some of the best things are free! Read on to discover all the FREE things to do in Des Moines, Iowa. Bookmark these other fun resources while you explore Des Moines, Iowa: Indoor Play in Des...