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We’ve all been there, binge watching the next TV series into the late hours of the night but, for some of us that takes a paranormal twist. Whether you’re watching Zach, Erin & Nick on Ghost Adventures or following along with Ryan and Shane on Buzzfeed’s Unsolved Network you’ve probably had the same thought my roommate Kaley did, “So, what’s haunted in Iowa?” And boy have you stumbled upon the right article for you…
Continue reading “Do You Wanna Go Ghost Hunting on Saturday?”Don’t know what to do Friday night? Bored of just going to the bars or sitting at home watching tv? There’s a place where you can enjoy some libations and let out your creative side.
Pinot’s Palette is a paint and sip studio that can be a great time for anyone and everyone! Here’s 5 reasons to come party at Pinot’s Palette! Continue reading “5 Reasons To Party At Pinot’s Palette (#1- WINE!)”
This weekend, renowned mezzo-soprano and Iowa native Katharine Goeldner will play the titular character in Georges Bizet’s classic opera Carmen. This production is presented by The Opera Project Des Moines, a local organization that gives “opera-tunities” for local students to perform on the operatic stage alongside professional singers. Continue reading “International Opera Star Returns Home to Perform Carmen with Students”
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo was named the best zoo in the world in Trip Advisor’s World’s Best Zoo list in August 2014 and has continued in the top 3 in each list since. Never been to the Henry Doorly Zoo? The zoo focuses on conservation and the exhibits they have built in the last twenty-five years have focused on providing a natural habitat for the animals in their care. According to Isabel Adams, frequent zoo visitor, “The best thing about the zoo is the level of detail in the habitats. It doesn’t feel like the animals are in cages at all.” Continue reading “Did You Know Your Neighbor is World Class?”
Drake Women’s basketball is a family. You feel that when you enter the Knapp Center. The team has made the Knapp an incredible atmosphere for not only sports fans but for the city of Des Moines.
There are many fun facts about the team, players, coaches that are well worth noting and talking about. Below will be several facts about the Drake Women’s Basketball program that will make you fall in love with them like I did! Continue reading “Fun Facts about Drake Women’s Basketball and Their Run to the NCAA Tournament”
