Growing older definitely has its perks. If you live in and around the Cedar Rapids area, there are some excellent deals to take advantage of once you hit your mid-50s. Check out these deals for those 55 and older all around town and get…
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It’s time for brunch! And nothing makes brunch more exciting than a make-your-own bloody mary bar. If you are looking for a great spot to enjoy a delicious bunch with family and friends and appreciate a savory bloody mary, then you’ve…
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March Madness is here again, and there’s no better place to watch a game and cheer on your team than at your favorite sports bar. They offer up big screen TVs, tasty food, plentiful beverages, and a lively, spirited atmosphere to make…
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As if you needed an excuse to grab a slice, It’s National Pi Day (March 14th which lines up with the math numeral 3.14) and what better way to celebrate than stopping at one of these Des Moines-area eateries that offer up some excellent…
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Elijah Wood is one of Eastern Iowa’s connections to Hollywood. Here are 10 compelling facts about the famous Iowan: The 5-foot 6-inch actor with trademark blue eyes, Elijah (middle name Jordan!) Wood was born on January 28th, 1981 in…
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Residents of and visitors to Davenport, Iowa, have likely planned stops at the Figge Art Museum, with its collection of art housed in an impressive glass building you can see on the banks of the Mississippi River, and the Putnam Museum and…
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It’s the most majestic time of the year: bald eagle season! The impressive raptors are in town and can be seen soaring all around the waterways of the Des Moines area. Read on for some tips on how to spot them and to learn more about our…
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