Summer

Summer is my favorite reading season. I love poring over summer reading guides, walking through the cool, air-conditioned stacks in the library, reading to pass the time at swim lessons, or just holing up in my favorite chair when...

The heat and humidity have arrived, heralding the true beginning of summer! And what’s more fun than going to a local splash pad, pool, or beach to have fun and find some relief from the oppressive heat? When I...

As a child, when I was asked what my favorite holiday was, my response would always be the 4th of July. This was for a couple reasons: it was during my birthday month and of course for the FIREWORKS!...

This summer, there are nearly 100 opportunities in and around Iowa City for you to take your kids or your favorite grown-ups to the movies for free or really, really cheap. Check out this printable with movies and showtimes...

The Fourth of July is just around the corner! Now is the time to break out your red, white, and blue gear and celebrate the birth and history of our nation. The Fourth is a highlight of summer, and...

The Iowa City area is home to many beautiful parks and fun playgrounds. Local parks provide ways to connect with family and friends in our communities. A visit to the park doesn’t just bring fresh air and exercise —...

Happy 4th of July!  Here are some of our favorite fireworks shows around the area. Grab a blanket or some chairs, pack up some bug spray and your family, and get ready to oooh and aaah!   Did we miss any? Share...

Iowa City is the best in the summertime. We are so lucky to live in a community where we can delight in outdoor festivals, concerts, movies, and more. Get your calendar out (physical or digital) and start marking the...

If you need something new to spice up your summer and add some sizzle to your dinner menu or your next family cookout, check out three of my favorite summer grilling recipes. BBQ Burgers Burgers are a summer grilling staple, but...

This year was, in all likelihood, the only summer I will ever spend at home with my kids.  I wish I had been able to fully enjoy it. I hope, in hazy memories, my kids will think of these three...