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Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. on CAP Theatre’s Main Stage
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Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. on CAP Theatre’s Main Stage

Nicole Opfer
January 25, 2023
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Tap your toes and sing along to CAP Theatre’s adaptation of the world’s most celebrated movie musical, Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. The show runs from February 17 through March 5, 2023.  Performances are on Fridays at 7:00 pm, and…

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Adventureland’s 2022 Season Brings 9 New Ways to Swing, Soar and Smile!
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Adventureland’s 2022 Season Brings 9 New Ways to Swing, Soar and Smile!

Nicole Opfer
May 13, 2022
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Iowa’s most-loved amusement park preps for new season, new era. Adventureland Resort is back and better than ever for the 2022 Season. The beloved amusement park opens for the season on weekends starting May 14, 2022, plus Monday, May 23….

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“The House At Pooh Corner” at CAP Theatre
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“The House At Pooh Corner” at CAP Theatre

Nicole Opfer
November 17, 2021
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Christopher Robin has decided to run away with his friends Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger and the rest. Probably they’ll go to the North Pole or to the South Pole. For there is a dark, mysterious threat that he’s to be…

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Spring Break 2020: Things to Do on a DSM Staycation With Kids
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Spring Break 2020: Things to Do on a DSM Staycation With Kids

Nicole Opfer
February 20, 2020
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Find 2021 Spring Break events and activities here.  With spring in the air and spring break on the horizon, some parents may be dreaming of a far-flung destination. But if bank accounts or scheduling constraints make local family outings more doable, we’ve pulled together a gold…

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St. Patrick’s Day 2020: Your Guide to Family Friendly Events & Activities in Des Moines
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St. Patrick’s Day 2020: Your Guide to Family Friendly Events & Activities in Des Moines

Nicole Opfer
February 19, 2020
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Find 2021 St. Patrick’s Day events and activities here.  Here comes Saint Patrick’s Day; time to brush up the Irish brogue for the one time per year (unless you’re really Irish) that you use it. The holiday is Tuesday, March 17, 2020…

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Summer Camp 2020: Outdoor and Nature Camps for Des Moines Kids
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Summer Camp 2020: Outdoor and Nature Camps for Des Moines Kids

Nicole Opfer
February 14, 2020
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Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming,…

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Summer Camp 2020: Academic Enrichment Camps for Des Moines Kids
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Summer Camp 2020: Academic Enrichment Camps for Des Moines Kids

Nicole Opfer
February 12, 2020
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Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming, postpone…

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Summer Camp 2020: Art Camps for Des Moines Kids
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Summer Camp 2020: Art Camps for Des Moines Kids

Nicole Opfer
February 7, 2020
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Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming,…

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Summer Camp 2020: Camps for Kids with Special Needs in the Des Moines Area
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Summer Camp 2020: Camps for Kids with Special Needs in the Des Moines Area

Nicole Opfer
February 6, 2020
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Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming,…

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Summer Camp 2020: Des Moines Day Camp & Sleepaway Camp Guide
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Summer Camp 2020: Des Moines Day Camp & Sleepaway Camp Guide

Nicole Opfer
February 5, 2020
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Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers in June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their…

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11 Signs You’re an Altoona Kid
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11 Signs You’re an Altoona Kid

Nicole Opfer
August 25, 2016
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It could be said that Altoona isn’t what it used to be (for better and for worse). Even kiddie residents adorably start reminiscing, “When I was little, this used to be a vacant lot…” So what’s it like to be a…

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Join us for the Des Moines Symphony’s 31st annual Yankee Doodle Pops, Iowa’s largest single-day concert event! This family-friendly, patriotic concert concludes with the area’s premier fireworks display over the downtown Des Moines skyline, and best of all, it’s free....
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