Posted April 06, 2022in Food Dude
When Machine Shed was merely conceptual, Mike Whalen visited other places he felt would be competitors. After seeing Cracker Barrel, he told his designers that he wanted to be Cracker Barrel on steroids. Everything at Machine Shed is supersized — silverware, steak knives, booths, plates, serving sizes, tables, signs, etc.
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Posted April 06, 2022in Des Moines Forgotten
On the morning of March 23 at 10 a.m., many Iowa communities held a statewide test of their tornado sirens. This was different from the usual Saturday noon test, or as I like to tell people, the “lunch siren.” We are now several generations separated, but I remember hearing stories
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Posted April 06, 2022in Joe's Neighborhood
Sometimes it seems like the only thing you can win is the short end of the stick. Why is that? Did you break a mirror, walk under a ladder, step on a crack? Honestly, it doesn’t matter how careful you are, some days bad luck seems to be the only
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Posted April 06, 2022in Center Stage
Guinness will have to confirm, but few, if any, playwrights have experienced three world premieres in the span of nine months. Iowa has one such creative of lofty stature: Karen Schaeffer. Her “Temporary Insanity” was produced by Bellevue Little Theatre in Omaha last June. It was nominated in seven categories
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Posted April 06, 2022in What the?
Think you’re funny? Send us your best caption… Email to celeste@dmcityview.com — Be sure to include your name Next month’s photo: This month’s winner “With an early start and after crossing many roads, this Ragbrai rider is ready to roost!” Ronda Bennett Runners Up “Heading to The Chicken!” Scott Ingvaldson “Donald’s new
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Posted April 06, 2022in Stray Thoughts
Des Moines Superintendent Thomas Ahart has been a lightning rod during the past three years over the way Iowa’s public schools have responded to the COVID pandemic. Ahart announced in recent weeks that he is leaving, effective June 30. But the Des Moines school board ensured that Ahart will continue
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Posted April 06, 2022in Sound Circuit
Blockbuster movies include A-list actors, a compelling story and, usually, a feel-good ending. What ties it all together? It’s often a memorable musical soundtrack. The Righteous Brothers’ songs hit on that perfect combination for several movies in the 1980s. Remember the movie “Ghost?” — the pottery wheel scene where Patrick
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Posted April 06, 2022in Cars in the City
Driving an all-terrain vehicle in the flat roads of Iowa doesn’t do justice to test driving all the impressive features of a Land Rover Defender. Even if your journey only involves driving on gravel or across a grassy tailgate area, it’s a solid vehicle to drive. The 2022 Land Rover
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Posted April 06, 2022in Your Neighbors
For nearly 50 years, Tom Milligan has immersed himself in the theater industry in and around the Des Moines area. His roles have included actor, director, scene designer, producer and writer, among other things. Today, he works as a special education classroom associate, but his theater career continues. Milligan performs
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Posted April 06, 2022in Iowa Artist
In Jen Lawler’s studio 437, display cases and glass shelves sparkle and shimmer with silver rings, stone bracelets and delicate necklaces. Each piece is unique — from a bold aquamarine necklace to a pair of go-with-anything silver earrings. Whatever bling you prefer, be assured, it’s a one-of-a kind, handmade creation.
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