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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Thanksgiving 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…
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9 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,…
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How 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…
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Tips for Keeping the Kids (& Everyone Else in the Family) Happy this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a wonderful, warm family holiday, but it can be trying for kids, and especially taxing for kids (and adults) with sensory challenges. Your child might have a meltdown right when you’re carving the turkey. Your pie might burn,…
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Holiday 2020: How to Safely Celebrate the Holidays During a Pandemic
Should we host or attend our usual holiday get together this year? That is the pressing question for a lot of us during this COVID edition of the 2020 holiday season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are advising…
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Indigenous-Owned Food Businesses in the Midwest
Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday. What’s not to love about a holiday focused on eating and being thankful?!? Sadly, the Thanksgiving holiday that we learned about in school, is a whitewashed version of the actual historical record. While…
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Thanksgiving 2020: Weekend Events for Kids and Families in Des Moines
Find 2021 Thanksgiving events here. Thanksgiving is the perfect opportunity to enjoy family time and show your gratitude. Events throughout Des Moines are helping families do all that and more. Below, find a list of socially-distant, events and activities happening…
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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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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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Thankful Fun! Gratitude Games & Activities 4 Kids in Des Moines
Updated November 2, 2020. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, this time of year lends itself to discussing thankfulness and gratitude with your kiddos. It’s a great time for everyone to take stock of the many things for which they…
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5 Des Moines Neighborhoods That Make Supporting Small Business Saturday Easy
Updated for 2023 Small Business Saturday, which started in 2010, is an annual shopping tradition dedicated to supporting small businesses and celebrating local communities across the country. Small Business Saturday is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This…
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Thanksgiving Takeout! 5 Places to Pre-Order your Turkey Day Meal in Des Moines
Updated for 2023 It’s Turkey time! Well, almost. Thanksgiving may be a day to bond with your family, but let’s face it: it’s also a heck of a lot of work, cooking and cleaning – with the kids running amok, of course. If…
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5 Ideas to Make Family Time Meaningful
With the holidays just around the corner and the hustle and bustle of everyday life, fitting in some family time can prove challenging. Whether you’re a working parent or a stay-at-home mom with a to-do list a mile long, squeezing…
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