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What’s New at the Science Center of Iowa

The Science Center of Iowa is in the heart of downtown Des Moines. It is one of my family's favorite places to go! It’s...
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Celebrate Your Gals on Galentine’s Day

Do you celebrate Galentine’s Day? Maybe you have no idea what it is. The concept for the made-up holiday came from popular NBC TV show...
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Pink In The Rink With The Iowa Wild

The Iowa Wild invites you to a special night for the Iowa Wild versus the Grand Rapids Griffins on Saturday, February 15 at 6...
Fiesta Con Sonia De Los Santos

Fiesta Con Sonia De Los Santos

  Join us at the Des Moines Civic Center on Saturday, February 22, at 11 AM for Fiesta Con Sonia De Los Santos, an uplifting musical...
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House of Colour – Color Analysis for Kids!

Did you know that color analysis isn't just for adults? It's for kids too and a fun and exciting experience for them!  I was fortunate...

Things to do in Des Moines in February 2025

Don't let the winter chill stop you from feeling the love in February! Get together with friends at Galentine's events or take the family...

Homemade Valentines: Melted Crayon Hearts + Printable!

How to make homemade valentine melted heart crayons Every now and again I aspire to be a pinterest mom. It's fleeting and far between, but occasionally...
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10 Easy Valentine Ideas that Are (Mostly) Non-Candy

I geek out on celebrating holidays, and Valentine's Day is no different! I get all nostalgic about the treats I took to school as...
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Favorite Restaurants for Date Night in Des Moines

My husband and I make sure to sneak away for at least one date night a month. We are foodies so we rarely add...
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5 Indoor Photo Spots in Des Moines

It’s that time of year when nobody wants to be outside for very long. It’s also a time of year when families and photographers...

Transitional Kindergarten Offers the Perfect Bridge for Your Child

Kindergarten is an exciting milestone in your child’s life. But as a mom, you might be asking yourself, Is my child ready? Will they...

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Spring Break in Des Moines

Staying in Des Moines for Spring Break? Des Moines has plenty of options to help your kids run off all that energy or for you to connect as a family.

What’s New at the Science Center of Iowa

The Science Center of Iowa is in the heart of downtown Des Moines. It is one of my family's favorite places to go! It’s...

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