Thanksgiving can be different this year with these Iowa restaurants saving you the supermarket and cooking shenanigans and, instead, providing a stress-free Thanksgiving to remember.
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8 Vegan Restaurants in Cedar Rapids
The vegan dining scene in Cedar Rapids is full of plant-based destinations that all understand that practicing veganism is about eating a lot more than a sad, green salad. From upscale dining experiences to worldly street eats, there is a wealth of vegan-friendly options waiting for you in Cedar Rapids.
Fabulous People: Maanya Pandey
Seventeen-year-old Maanya Pandey is the founder and president of Love For Red. The Des Moines-based nonprofit works to fight period poverty in local communities by donating menstrual products to places in need in Iowa.
Best Canoeing Spots in Iowa
Iowa might have a reputation for its expansive acres of untouched land, but the state is actually home to plenty of bustling waterways, creeks and lakes that are perfect for a number of water sports—like canoeing. Head out for an adventure on the water this winter and check out the best canoeing spots in Iowa.
Nonprofit of the Month: Animal Rescue League of Iowa
Standing behind the belief that all animals deserve a second chance, Des Moines-based Animal Rescue League of Iowa works to promote animal welfare, strengthen the human/animal bond and prevent the overpopulation of pets.
6 Halloween Events in Iowa
From haunted houses with the wandering undead to family-friendly trick-or-treat-a-thons, Iowa is bursting with events to help you celebrate Halloween.
Best Des Moines Sports Bars
Whether you are catching the NFL finals, the latest Hawkeyes game or the local soccer match, these sports bars in Des Moines offer the perfect setting to crack open a cold one, sit back and enjoy the game.
6 Must-Do Fall Experiences in Iowa
From picking the perfect pumpkin to tracking down the best hard cider, it’s finally time to bundle up and venture into some of the best fall experiences Iowa has to offer.
Fabulous People: Haley “Stallie” Wedemeier
Haley “Stallie” Wedemeier is the owner and baker of Stallie’s Sweets, a baked-to-order business in Huxley, which takes its moniker from Stallsmith, Wedemeier’s maiden name. You might spy Stallie’s Sweets’ Treat Trailer (the newly renovated 1972 Layton camper) at events around Iowa, like Locally Grown Showcase in Madrid, or the neighborhood brewery.
Best Happy Hours in Cedar Rapids
From half-priced wine bottles to deals on everything from wings to oysters, take some time to dig into the best happy hours Cedar Rapids has to offer, regardless of the day of the week.