Fall is upon us and there is no better time to be outdoors in central Iowa. The air is cool and crisp. Leaves crunch underfoot and hues of red and gold fluttering against a blue sky can’t be beat. So,…
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Fall 2020: Where To Go Apple Picking Near Des Moines
Find an updated list for 2021 here. What’s better than a freshly picked, perfectly ripe, locally grown apple? (Maybe a fresh-from-the-oven apple pie?) And with apple varieties ripening soon, it’s a great time to try out your favorite fall recipes. Use this…
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Monarch Butterfly Tagging: What is it?
By Natalie Maughan Do you remember last fall watching all the monarch butterflies migrate south through the Des Moines area? Just about any time you looked outside or spent time in the yard you could catch one of these majestic…
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7 Ideas for Family Fun After the Thanksgiving Meal Has Been Served
Dinner’s done — now what? After the big Thanksgiving meal has been devoured and everybody’s stuffed, make memories with friends and family by enjoying long-time traditions or start a few new ones.
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Des Moines Kid n’ Play List: November 2019
November is a month of transition, as the celebrations of Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the December holidays merge, and the Des Moines area is rich with related family activities. Below are our top 10 picks for November, but remember that our Event Calendar and Fall Fun…
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Des Moines Kid n’ Play List: October 2019
October brings us the second most popular holiday of the year. Just to help you mix it up we’ve included events on our October Play List that are not about Halloween. Of course, if fall festivals and pumpkin patches are what you’re craving,…
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Fun Things to Do With Kids When They Have a Day Off of School this Fall
Kids love days off from school! Parents? Not so much. Trying to figure out how to fill the day takes a little planning. We’re here to help! We sat down and came up with some engaging events and activities that…
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9 Fall Themed Birthday Party Ideas for Kids
With fall knocking at the door, it’s time to say goodbye to pool parties and hello to awesome autumn-themed birthday parties perfect for the crisp weather ahead. If your child is having a birthday this fall, celebrate the season with our round-up…
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30 Ways to Celebrate Fall in Des Moines
Find an updated list of 2021 fall activities here. Des Moines is the place to be this fall. From pumpkin patches and scenic foliage drives to spooky haunted houses and fun festivals, we’ll help you put the awesome in autumn…
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Apple Orchards Near Des Moines – 2019 Edition
Find an updated list for 2021 here. Starting just after Labor Day weekend and continuing through the fall, orchards in Central Iowa offer families the chance to pick their own apples. Many apple picking orchards also host cool kids’ attractions…
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Des Moines Fall Festival Guide – 2019 Edition
Find an updated list 2021 Fall Festivals here. The air is crisp, the apples are almost ripe, and the fall festival season is about to get underway! We’ve rounded up 22 great harvest fests in the Des Moines area, all…
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September 2019: Des Moines Kid n’ Play List
Summer is wrapping up, the weather is starting to cool down, and, let’s face it, most kids are bummed that they’re back in school. So why not make the transition to fall a bit easier by scheduling some fun, family…
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Restaurants and Caterers that Serve Thanksgiving Dinner in Des Moines
Updated for 2023 Thanksgiving is a time for celebrating with loved ones while savoring hearty fare. While that might involve sliding an extra leaf into the dining room table, it could also mean a quick jaunt to a local restaurant or…
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25 Perfect Fall Family Day Trips from Des Moines
With fall upon us, we’re craving more than just a change of seasons. Sometimes, fresh scenery—even just for a day—can do wonders to reboot and re-energize the whole family. Whether fall in your house means an afternoon harvesting nature’s bounty at…
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