Thankfully, Valentine’s Day this year doesn’t fall in the middle of the week. It falls on a Friday, which provides a better...

It’s easy to spend the winter indoors, but for a town surrounded by numerous state parks - don’t let the cold scare you....

There are few venues in downtown Iowa City that can claim the mantle of “cultural anchor” and live up to the reputation. It...

Hawkeyes and visitors flock to the Iowa City area and its Curious Communities to enjoy its unique arts scene, which includes live

December in the Iowa City area is my family’s most favorite time of year. Yes, the teenagers are eagerly anticipating sleeping in...

With Iowa City being a UNESCO City of Literature and home to the Iowa Writer’s Workshop, it only seems natural that we would be...

We are fortunate to have many restaurants in Iowa City that chose their menus or specials based on the produce (and other provisions)...

Each season has its own nostalgia and there are great activities to invigorate your fall senses. From apples, pumpkins, football and...

Now that Labor Day is behind us, many people are looking forward to our favorite fall activities. One of my favorite weekend activities...

A serene hike, a good meal, and farm fresh produce – some of life’s simple pleasures – as well as the making of a...