Des Moines "Wow's" as a Destination
Meetings MidAmerica says, “WOW! Des Moines” in an article just released and distributed to meeting planners and destination expert professionals throughout the Midwest. The two-page, photo-filled…
Read MorePosts From: March 2009
Brenton Skating Plaza Remains A Favorite Central Iowa Attraction
With Spring temperatures sweeping in, ice-skaters said farewell to ‘fun on the ice & magic in the air’ as Brenton Skating Plaza held its last public skate of the season on Sunday March 15, 2009…
Read MoreCountry Super Star, Kenny Chesney "Sun City Carnival Tour" rolls into Wells Fargo Arena May 7
Kenny Chesney's "Sun City Carnival Tour" rolls into Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, IA May 7, 2009. The ACM/CMA Entertainer of the Year will be joined by Miranda Lambert and Lady Antebellum in Des…
Read MoreTiny Monkeys Arrive at the Zoo
There are more animals that like to “monkey around” at the Blank Park Zoo these days. A pair of Golden-Headed Tamarins joined the other wild creatures at Iowa’s zoo and seem to be enjoying their new…
Read MoreGreat Ape Trust Expands Experience to Children, Includes Chance to Meet Hollywood Orangutans
Under new Great Ape Trust membership policies announced today, more visitors will have the chance to experience the amazement of visitors like Kathi Sircy when she saw the world-famous bonobo Kanzi…
Read MoreEnjoy the Beauty and the Inspiration at the Iowa Flower, Lawn & Garden Show and Sale
The Iowa Flower, Lawn & Garden Show, presented by Hy-Vee, is being held in the Varied Industries Building at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, March 20-22. The show boasts over 300 booths of annual and…
Read MoreBands Announced for 2009 Music in the Junction Concert Series
May 7 - Back in the Day featuring Del SAXMAN Jones May 14 - Comfort Zone May 21 - The El Dorados May 28 - Jonny & the Rectifiers June 4 - COUNTRY in the JUNCTION featuring BROTHER TRUCKER June 11…
Read MoreColdplay Extend "Viva La Vida" North American Tour
Coldplay announce they will be extending their "Viva La Vida" North American Tour in support of their latest album release of the same name. The tour, which will be produced by Live Nation, will make…
Read MoreDrake Relays to be Televised on ESPN 2; Asics Named Presenting Sponsor of Drake Relays
Besides the naming of eight additions to the Drake Relays Athletes of the Century, Drake Relays director Brian Brown unveiled two major announcements regarding the 100th running of America's Athletic…
Read MoreNew Guide to Seeing Des Moines – Spring/Summer Cover Edition Featuring Lolo Jones
Locals and visitors can now learn more about Greater Des Moines within one free guide. Produced bi-annually, the new See Des Moines guide lists budget-friendly activities, hundreds of dining options…
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