What is it about summer that makes even the most uptight parent want to bend the rules a bit? Like healthy dinner rules? How about ice cream for dinner? Go ahead….we won’t tell!!! Whether you’re looking to dazzle your taste…
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Summer 2021: 50+ Ideas for Frugal Family Fun in Des Moines
Summer is a glorious season when kids are out of school and families get to spend lots of extra time together. As many parents know too well, entertaining your brood can get expensive. We’ve got you covered with this list…
Read MoreSummer 2021: 4th of July Weekend Fun for Des Moines Kids
Celebrate our Independence with Family Fun! dsm4kids’ round up of Independence Day Fun includes a list of fireworks displays, festivals, parades and other family-friendly celebrations taking place across the Des Moines metro and beyond. So, put on your red, white…
Read MoreSummer 2021: Fun Events Happening at Des Moines Area Aquatic Centers & Pools
Warm days and bright Iowa sunshine mean one thing – it’s the perfect time to make a splash! Be sure to put events and activities taking place at local pools and aquatic centers at the top of your summer bucket…
Read More5 Ways To Keep Kids Learning This Summer
As we head into May, we all start to anticipate the end of the school year. Kids and parents alike are ready to kick back and take a break. The temptations are great to let your kids spend hours watching…
Read More2021: Memorial Day Weekend Fun For Des Moines Families
With a long weekend comes extra opportunities for family fun in the Des Moines area. For those of you staying close to home for Memorial Day weekend, there’s no shortage of events worth attending. If you’re looking for an educational way to…
Read MoreSummer 2021: Kids Bowl & Skate FREE in Des Moines
Roll into fun this summer in Des Moines! Kids Skate Free and Kids Bowl Free are two organizations that support FREE and discounted play for skating and bowling in the Des Moines area. Both sports are a great way to get your kids moving…
Read MoreSummer 2021: Mostly FREE Outdoor Concerts for Des Moines Families
FREE (or almost free) outdoor concert series are back and will fill Des Moines area parks and open spaces with music all summer long. Odds are you won’t have to travel far to find an under-the-stars event. Throw down a…
Read MoreWhere to Kayak & Paddle Board with Your Kids in Central Iowa
Exploring local water ways on a kayak or stand up paddle board (SUP) paves the way for perfect summer adventures! Exercise, family time, fresh air… what more could you want? If you’re not a family with a kayak or SUP…
Read More25+ Virtual Summer Adventures for Des Moines Kids
With social distancing still in place and with summer temps on the rise, it’s not easy keeping kiddos entertained. Good news is that online opportunities for fun, play and entertainment are virtually endless! We rounded up a list of virtual…
Read MoreSummer 2020: Aquatic Centers, Pools & Splash Pads in the Des Moines Metro
Find 2021 Water Parks, Aquatic Centers, Pools, Splash Pads, Spraygrounds & Wading Pools information here. Public pools and aquatic centers around the Des Moines Metro have announced their plans for the remainder of the summer. While several have chosen not…
Read More100+ Days of Summer Fun in Des Moines
Find 2020 Summer Events and Activities in Des Moines here. Now that school is officially out and summer has arrived, many of us are looking at a season of cancelled activities and scratching our heads trying to come up with…
Read MoreSetting a Summer Schedule for Kids
By Natalie Maughan This summer will no doubt be different than summers past, due to the fact that many parents are not enrolling their kids in summer camps. Many summer camps aren’t even offered at least for the first half…
Read MoreSummer 2020: Celebrate Father’s Day While Social Distancing in Des Moines
Find 2021 Father’s Day Gift Ideas and Events here. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21, 2020 and, like all other celebrations happening during the pandemic, will look a bit different this year. Whether, you’ve decided you’re ready to be out…
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