Andrea Cooley
Andrea is a work-at-home single mom to 3 incredible kids, ages 6, 8, 10. She is the co-owner of Des Moines Mom and loves Jesus, coffee, books and dark chocolate. You can find her in coffee shops around Des Moines drinking lattes and typing away on her laptop.
5 Things to do for Winter Break in Des Moines
Not sure what you're going to do with the kids during winter break in Des Moines? When the new toys have lost their appeal and you can't possibly watch another episode of Gravity Falls...
Holiday Date Ideas in Des Moines
Celebrate the holidays with your partner in Des Moines! Here are our favorite holiday date ideas during this festive season.
Holiday Date Ideas in Des Moines
1. Enjoy cookies paired with wine.
Jasper Winery is offering a...
Des Moines Area Shop Local Gift Guide
Local businesses are the heart and soul of our community!
Check out this gift guide to some of our favorite local shops and businesses to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your...
Christmas Tree Lightings in Des Moines
Kick off the holidays at a Christmas tree lighting happening in and around Des Moines. Bundle up the family and get ready to enjoy the lights.
Christmas Tree Lightings
Nov 17 | Holiday Promenade, East Village
5...
Where Kids Can Mail Letters to Santa in Des Moines
Get in the holiday spirit and have your kids write letters to Santa. Drop them off at one of these locations around Des Moines and they will even get a response from Santa by...
Don’t Miss the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Iowa
UPDATE: See The Canadian Pacific holiday train (CPKC) come back through Iowa on Thursday, December 7 in Mason City.
The holiday train is scheduled to arrive at 7:45 p.m. at the CPKC Depot 904 South...
5 Family-Friendly Restaurants in Des Moines
Going out to eat as a family sounds like a great idea in theory. Someone else does the cooking and the dishes, score! But if you've ever been to a restaurant with kids, you...
7 Indoor Waterparks Near Des Moines
Indoor waterparks are a kid's dream come true. They can swim and play to their heart’s content, no matter the season. And as a parent, they’re pretty nice too. Next time you’re looking to...
Fall Festivals Happening In + Around Des Moines
The air is crisp, the skies are blue, and the days are bright. It's time for fall festivals! We love all things fall. Check out these fall festivals for live entertainment, delicious treats, yummy...
Don’t Miss Ingersoll Live! | August 26, 2023
Ingersoll LIVE, presented by Bankers Trust, returns on August 26. This free, family-friendly event takes over the 2800 block of Ingersoll Avenue from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Locals know this “block party” is packed...