Posted November 06, 2019in Food Dude
Serving common dishes uncommonly well Motley School Tavern does not take itself too seriously. Its name plays on Shakespeare’s motley fool, and the stock market analysis company of that name that reminds customers not to take any guru too seriously. The idea at the restaurant is to serve common dishes
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Posted November 06, 2019in Your Neighbors
Local pro wrestling referee offers insight from inside the ring. “What’s it like being a referee in a sport with absolutely no rules?” Comedian Jerry Seinfeld’s question seems like a fair one. Before most pro wrestling matches, the participants gather beforehand to pre-determine who will win, with which finishing move
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Posted November 06, 2019in Joe's Neighborhood
See the world from a different angle. “The Ferris wheel is going up right there,” Steve Smith says as he marks a line of white dashes that cover the entire concrete lot. And when you step back for a broader view of these fresh hopscotch marks, they actually designate the
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Posted November 06, 2019in Center Stage
Two shows feature the talents of about 60 students. “Disney’s Little Mermaid Jr” and “Seussical Jr.” will be featured productions in the Greater Des Moines theater scene during November, thanks to Class Act Productions (CAP) Community Theatre in Altoona and Des Moines Young Artists’ Theatre, respectively. Combined, these two shows
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Posted November 06, 2019in Iowa Artist
Argentina-born artist is inspired by everyday life. As Monica Zunino Mel approaches a blank canvas in her home studio in West Des Moines, her head swirls with thoughts about possible colors and shapes for her next painting. When inspiration hits, she paints from improv — pulling inspiration from her surroundings.
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Posted November 06, 2019in Belly Up To...
Classic cocktails are shaken, with a spin. Take a walk inside the Winchester Pub in Valley Junction, and you’ll find the bartenders shaking things up — literally. After they’ve poured the quality spirits and fresh ingredients into the silver shaker, the bartenders expertly create their handcrafted cocktails one drink at
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Posted November 06, 2019in Business Feature
Honoring individuals who made a difference in the business community in the past year. Good things happen each and every day in central Iowa’s communities, but these things don’t magically happen. They happen because of hardworking individuals who care about their community and are willing to put forth the extra
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Posted November 06, 2019in Sound Circuit
Weekly gigs at Greenwood Lounge feel like home. The Greenwood Lounge can take you back a few decades. Inside are faded wall hangings of dogs playing poker with Christmas lights dotting the décor. Patrons sit on black cracked leather bucket stools while the band serenades the toe-tapping crowd. The band’s
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Posted November 06, 2019in Des Moines Forgotten
It was my soul food. I am a Chinese food junky, especially old-fashion sit-down places. When I was growing up in the Quad Cities, my dad would take me to a place in Milan, Illinois, called Shanghai. Shanghai was an old-school, sit-down Chinese place. It was also affordable, so it
Read More →Many businesses are planning for next year. Make sure you review these financial considerations before year end: 1. Tax Laws – Work with your tax advisor to understand how/if any tax law changes affect your business. 2. Purchases – Determine if you should make major purchases now so you can
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