Find out all about Shop Iowa including what it is, what Shop Iowa Day is, and what are some of the fun gifts you can buy ...

Brief review of and info about the Tractor Squad, a fall 2024 Marble Press picture book by Nebraska author Heather Dawn ...

Guide to the Spot Espresso Bar and Cafe in Akron, Iowa written after a personal visit to the cafe in September 2024 ...

Fairy Forest is the official Kids Zone where the magic really happens for the youngest attendees (ages 2 to 12) at the ...

This is a bit different sort of post than what I usually put up here. But I love writing. And one of the many things I love to write about here is kids' books! I think it's so fun to see the creative ...

I'm thrilled to announce that I am the newest member of the Shop Iowa Squad ! Each year, Shop Iowa looks for Iowans to help spread the word about the great finds available on the Shop Iowa site and I ...

For more information about Fall Fest specifically though, I recommend checking with the individual hosting attractions. The best comprehensive source (other than this post of course!) that I have ...

Happy Halloween! I originally posted this list in 2020 and it is now updated with 2024 details. I'll keep updating it throughout October as I hear of more events and details. Siouxland rocks at ...

In September 2024 I had a fun surprise: I got asked to be a judge for the Akron Scarecrow Festival! I was super excited, but what even is the Great Akron Scarecrow Festival?? Based on research and on ...

Geo Rutherford is a social media sensation, with more than 2 million tiktok and insta followers hanging on her every word when it comes to spooky lakes. Professionally, she's an art teacher, but she's ...