Traditions help families strengthen bonds and make treasured memories. While we often associate annual customs with the winter holiday season, there’s no reason to wait until next December for family fun. Below, you’ll find suggestions for twelve different traditions to…
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Family celebrations and holiday party ideas for kids in Des Moines, IA.
Fun Places to Visit in Greater Des Moines with Kids Over the Holiday Break
This post is sponsored by Greater Des Moines Partnership. The Greater Des Moines region is packed with pockets to explore and enjoy! The truly great thing about living here is that whenever we need an excuse to get away, there…
Read MoreShop, Dine, Play & Stay in Downtown Des Moines this Holiday Season
This post is sponsored by Greater Des Moines Partnership. When someone asks, “What do you love about living in Des Moines?” I bet one of the first things you do is run through a mental list of local businesses: the…
Read More30 Fun Activities for Winter Break in Des Moines
After the excitement of the holidays, we find ourselves faced with many LONG winter break days ahead! Luckily, we have a whole bunch of fabulous ideas to keep everyone entertained – whether you prefer to venture out around town or…
Read MoreExperience Gift Ideas for Des Moines Kids
Does it feel like your kids already have more toys and stuff than they know what to do with? Experience gifts can be a great gift option not only for kids, but parents and other gift-givers too. With an experience…
Read MoreWhere to Buy Holiday Cookies in the Des Moines Area
Christmas just isn’t the same without cookies but who has the time to bake? With all the shopping, decorating and quality family togetherness, it’s tough to find time to shop for ingredients – let alone mixing, pouring, and waiting for…
Read MoreThanksgiving is Better with Teens
This year as we gather to give thanks, I’m grateful to be celebrating Thanksgiving with teenagers. In my opinion, Thanksgiving is a holiday that gets better as the kids get older. Don’t get me wrong, those turkey drawings traced around…
Read More9 Tips to Avoid Sensory Meltdowns this Holiday Season
The holidays are a fun time to visit with friends and family. Special decorations and traditions make it a festive time for everyone. Unfortunately, the holidays can also present challenges for individuals with sensory issues. However, with a little preparation,…
Read MoreHow to Make Your Family’s Thanksgiving Meal a Little Less Stressful This Year
TBH, Thanksgiving can be stressful, and hosting adds yet another layer of pressure. There’s an expectation of a perfect meal, a warm gathering of family and or friends, a spotless house — not to mention humble expressions of gratitude all…
Read MoreHaunted Houses of Des Moines
By Allen Huffman As a great poet once said… Trick or treat. Smell my feet. Give me something good to eat. With those words of wisdom, we begin our journey to Halloweentown. This town is full of wonderful fall traditions,…
Read MoreBudget Savvy Tips for Hosting Your Kid’s Next Birthday Party
As inflation continues to rise, the thought of spending money on a kid’s birthday party can seem a little extravagant. Food, decorations, gifts, venue rental, entertainment can all add up quickly. However, with a few budget savvy tips you can…
Read MoreFun Activities for Grandparents’ Day and Every Day
National Grandparents’ Day 2022 lands on Sunday, September 11th and to honor the occasion we’ve put together a list of 20 fun things for grandparents to do with kids. We hope it helps keep kids (and grandparents) entertained and making…
Read MoreFun Ideas for Hosting a Block Party
Set up the block party in the middle of your street, gather the food, entertainment and of course, the neighbors for an easy party right outside your door! A block party is a great way to spend an afternoon or…
Read MoreHow to Host an Awesome Pool Party for Des Moines Kids
A kid’s pool party is certainly not a new birthday party idea, but they are a sure-fire hit with kids. Nothing can be more fun on a hot summer day than hitting the pool and splashing around with friends! And,…
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