Activities

Winters in Iowa can go on for what seems like forever. Beat those wintertime blues with a bucket list of fun winter activities in Des Moines. From winter-only events and unique things to do around Des Moines, to creative and...

Just because it's cold doesn't mean you can't enjoy the outdoors. From ice skating to skiing, and snowshoeing to sledding, there are places all over the metro to enjoy the winter, including lots of free options! Use this handy guide...

Traditions, rituals, and superstitions are my favorite part of New Year's. Perhaps you watch the ball drop, share a midnight kiss, or eat pork and sauerkraut. My traditions are rooted in Latin American culture and I've been doing them...

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 on Disney+ it's time to...

I have always loved to read. While I hope my kids develop and explore their own interests and hobbies I have my fingers crossed that they will become little bookworms too. My daughter turned 4 this past summer and I...

One of my favorite ways to get into the holiday spirit is by bringing out all our Christmas and winter books! I know some families like to wrap 25 holiday books for the month of December and have their...

Goodbye, 2022! Family activities, adult-only festivities, how will you celebrate New Year's Eve this year? There's lots of fun to be had around Des Moines. And of course, you could do both day and night to make the most of...

Christmas traditions are some of the best memories a mom can have with her kids. One of my favorites is making salt dough ornaments and letting the kids paint them. So many cookie cutter choices and the are colors...

This November, I invite you to reflect each day on what you are grateful for. According to a Harvard Health Study, being grateful is strongly associated with greater happiness. From the study: “Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish...

Central Iowa communities trick or treat on several different nights, based on location. Here's a comprehensive list of trick-or-treating aka beggars' night aka Halloween, by date, by the area for 2022! Make sure your jokes are ready and your...