Spring

Updated: March 21, 2021 Of all the battles that occur on playgrounds around the nation, few can be more contentious than this age old question: "Is it okay for kids to climb up the slide the "wrong way"? It seems like this...

Four or five years ago, my aunt started a social media challenge. She tagged a couple of her friends in her photo of herself wearing a dress and added hashtags, like #AcceptTheFakeChallenge, #InAprilWeWearDresses, and #DoWhateverYouWant. I had not been wearing...

The ants go marching one by one... I hate insects. I really do. I can be ever-so-slightly dramatic when I spot them inside my home. So when everyone begins to bask in the glow of sunshine and warm temperatures, I...

Warmer days are coming, dear friends! Spring may not officially begin until March 20, 2021, and here in the Midwest we're certain to see at least another snowfall or two, but rest assured that evidence of spring's arrival is...

Soon enough, the cold will be clearing and spring will finally be (hopefully) here to stay! After a long, cold, snowy winter I know I’m excited for some sunnier days. I’m also eager for the spring markets and craft...

My favorite season is back! It’s garage sale season! Read on below for dates for citywide garage sales in the Iowa City area. Happy shopping! Citywide Garage Sales in the Iowa City Area Third Weekend of April Williamsburg, April 15-17 Fourth Weekend...

Spring break is just around the corner! If you aren't escaping to the beach or some other far-flung location, check out these great spring break activities in the Iowa City area — that are, of course, right here in...

A sure sign of summer — Iowa City area farmers markets have returned! Iowa City is home to a bustling downtown market, but many nearby and smaller towns feature charming farmers markets of their own. You could shop a farmers...

Do you have the luck o’ the Irish? Are you on the lookout for leprechauns? Have you had your annual Shamrock Shake? If you’re looking for all things St. Patrick’s Day, you’ve come to the right spot! With any luck,...

Spring Break is on the way! It seems almost cliche to say, but — like so many other things in the past 12 months — it's going to be different this year. This year won't have as many beach vacations,...