by Jo Hill
It looked to me like the Race/Walk for the cure was a big success this weekend. After the race, I took a lot of pictures. I heard various number about how many people took part, anywhere from 20,000-40,000. That’s a lot of people with the same thing on their minds. [...]
by Jo Hill
Sunday, my grandson and I went walking in the East Village. Brady was spending some time with me, and I asked where he wanted to go, so off we went toward the
Capital and the new Federal building.. Half the fun of walking with Brady is that he loves [...]
By Jo Hill
I love the walk to Gray’s Lake, but today I decided to walk to the Botanical Center. Even with the heat and dry weather the flowers outside are beautiful. There is always so much to see and more inside, but today, I walked past the gardens and continued my walk [...]
The big (and manly) BBQ fest has finally come into town, and our friends at the Des Moines Register have been so kind as to write up a full run-down of the weekend for us.
Now for an event that excites me. Rib America is putting on a big ‘ol BBQ Fest this weekend.
Rib America Des Moines
Perhaps you don’t have much money? Hey, it’s $3 after 3pm, or free before then! Perhaps you like music?
Big Head Todd and The Monsters
Jimmy Buffet Tribute Band
Molly Hatchet
.38 Special
Buddy Guy
The Nadas
And [...]
by Jo Hill
The Art festival was a big success. My family and I joined the masses at Gateway Park to view the Art. What we found was a carnival atmosphere. There was music playing on several stages, and food venders. Can we do anything in Iowa without kettle corn and bbq? [...]
The biggest event to hit Des Moines this year is finally here this weekend! If you haven’t heard feel free to climb out of your box (if you’re local) and join us!
We’ll have coverage of the event, pictures, stories and maybe even a surprise or two! Have a great weekend downtown!
by Jo Hill
Saturday nights in downtown Des Moines seem to be coming alive. Court Avenue was buzzing with many people eating outside, and men parking cars in a lot that said “Go Cubs”.
I had been out walking and found much activity at Principle park. Outside the park lots of people were having tailgate parties, and [...]
