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…
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Holiday & Christmas Events for Des Moines Families
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the magic of the 2024 holiday season in the Des Moines area is full of holiday events and seasonal, family-friendly outings to keep your crew merry and create treasured holiday memories…
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Craft Fairs & Holiday Markets in Des Moines Offer Unique Holiday Shopping Opportunities
Beat the crowds this holiday season and pick up some unique, hand-crafted and vintage holiday gifts while you are at it! The Des Moines area is alive with dozens of local vintage and craft markets ready to do the stocking…
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Thanksgiving Weekend Events for Kids and Families in Des Moines
The Thanksgiving holiday break is nearly here and with it comes a LONG holiday weekend! Whether you’re entertaining out-of-towners, or enjoying a family staycation, we’ve got you covered. From sports events to fun holiday happenings and a sprinkling of family-friendly…
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Explore Downtown Des Moines This Fall
Downtown Des Moines comes alive in the fall, offering a perfect mix of entertainment, culture, and seasonal fun. From exciting performances at the Civic Center and Iowa Events Center to the bustling energy of First Fridays in the Historic East…
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Where to Go Apple Picking with Kids at Farms and Orchards Near Des Moines
With the kids heading back to school and fall on the horizon, it’s time to go apple picking. No matter where you live in central Iowa, there’s bound to be a farm or orchard nearby and many also offer fun…
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Ideas for a Last Hurrah with Your Kids Before School Starts
As the first day of school draws near, we start thinking of it as the last hurrah to summer. There’s just a few days left to squeeze in those easy breezy summer moments before really jumping back into the school routine….
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Blooming Beauties: Flower Farms near Des Moines
It’s flower season in central Iowa, and many local flower farms offer delightful opportunities for visitors. These farms allow you to stroll through fields of beautiful blooms, perfect for photo-ops, and to pick your own flowers, ranging from tulips in…
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Celebrate Mom this Mother’s Day in Des Moines
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 12, 2024, and mothers everywhere (is it fair to say especially in DSM?) deserve to have a great weekend! From enjoying brunch out, to taking a stroll through a local park or garden to finding…
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Des Moines Area Farmers’ Market Guide
The Des Moines area is home to several farmers’ markets, so it is easy to take the family out for a fun morning or afternoon of shopping for fresh, local produce. Many of the markets are mini destinations where children…
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5 Great Gift Ideas to Celebrate Grandparents Day in Des Moines
Grandparents are the pillars of our families, providing unconditional love, wisdom, and support throughout our lives. As Grandparents Day approaches on September 10, 2023, it’s the perfect opportunity to show our appreciation and make them feel truly special.
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Family Friendly Bookstores in Des Moines
Bookstores are a wonderful way to keep the magic of reading alive in kids. Yes, it may be easier to just download a digital book to your kiddo’s tablet, but there’s just something about wandering through rows of book shelves…
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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…
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Shop, 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…
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