Shopping excursions to big cities can be stressful. Traffic and crowded stores can bring a damper to your day. You do it anyway because you want to find the unique treasures that you can’t find anywhere else…but have you been to Clayton County? The ...
Whether you’re in town visiting a favorite student at Iowa State University or are passing through for an afternoon of exploration, historic downtown Ames offers several blocks full of boutiques, restaurants and a beautiful streetscape that impress visitors...
“One person’s trash is another person’s treasure.” Some of the most unique treasures I’ve ever found were in Ann Iverson’s antique store, Apple Branches, in Red Oak. Ann’s entire property is full of antique items. A showroom consumes the loft of h...
Iowa's Amana Colonies are a popular destination located just west of Cedar Rapids and a hair north of Interstate 80. They're known for family-style meals, beers, and their trademark woolen products. Did you know that top-of-the-line heirloom furniture...
Attention ladies! Everyone needs a day off to spend out and about—relaxing and exploring the wonders of northeast Iowa. We have the day planned and you just need to show up! The 15th Annual Ladies Day Out in Elkader is set for Saturday, March 11 from...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year again! The holidays bring lots of joy, laughter and of course, presents. If you’re stressing about how to shop for everyone on your list, don’t worry. We’re here to help! Check out the great list of gift ideas...
The weather is turning colder, the days are getting shorter, and it's the time of year to start thinking about family gatherings for the holidays. It's a great time to sit around and relax with family, but it seems like there is an EXTRA level of stress...
"Small Business Saturday" is November 26 and for many around the country, it’s the start of holiday shopping. An estimated 95 million people ventured out to shop at small businesses in 2015. While ads in our mailboxes remind us of sales at national retailers...
Kalona is an Iowa city located in Washington County and is known as the “Quilt Capital of Iowa.” A large number of Amish and Mennonites reside in this unique Midwest community. The streets in Kalona are lined with both automobiles and Amish buggies. ...
There's something a little bit magical about the winter and holidays - wearing wool mittens in the brisk air, baking sweets in the kitchen, making snow angels in the yard - and the Iowa City area welcomes all of the excitement of the season. Whether ...
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