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If you are reading this, first of all we want to say THANK YOU!  We are so glad you're here, following all things ICMB and involving your families in our local events.  When we started this blog almost four...

Check out our "Moving to Iowa City Guide" and learn everything you need to know, from buying and selling your house, to schools, grocery stores, neighborhoods, and more! Brought to you by The Bails Team at Urban Acres Real Estate.Updated:...

Check out our "Moving to Iowa City Guide" and learn everything you need to know, from buying and selling your house, to schools, grocery stores, neighborhoods, and more!  Tiffin is a quiet, small Iowa town in Johnson County, approximately eight...

Check out our "Moving to Iowa City Guide" and learn everything you need to know, from buying and selling your house to schools, grocery stores, neighborhoods, and more! Brought to you by The Bails Team at Urban Acres Real...

Whether you’re new to town and searching for the comfort foods of home or a long-time resident looking to expand your palate, check out these area specialty grocery stores for local, imported, fresh, and unique items to add to...

I had been planning this day since my daughter was born. This was going to be the most magical 5th birthday celebration ever! And no, I am not talking about Disney. Our trip to the American Girl Store in Chicago...

Check out our "Moving to Iowa City Guide" and learn everything you need to know, from buying and selling your house, to schools, grocery stores, neighborhoods, and more! Brought to you by The Bails Team at Urban Acres Real Estate.Updated...

Is there anything more glorious than summertime in Iowa City?! From our world-renowned festivals and farmers' markets, to our bustling evenings of live music in the Ped Mall, there is a limitless supply of fun-in-the-sun for folks of all ages.  We...

It’s one of the most wonderful times of the year in Eastern Iowa: the start of garage sale season! Below is your list of citywide garage sales across Johnson, Linn, Cedar, Muscatine, Washington, Iowa, and Benton counties. Happy shopping! Second...

Now that spring has finally (finally!) arrived, our family is eagerly awaiting the openings of the Farmers' Markets in the Iowa City area. We’re very lucky to live in an area that supports the local growers, artisans, and craftspeople...