May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Des Moines Forgotten
Des Moines’ forgotten history includes the making of feature-length Christian films in the 1970s. It actually goes back to the late 1960s with a man named Russ Doughten from Carlisle who saw an opportunity to produce evangelical Christian/faith-based films and distribute them through church organizations to be used as learning
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Joe's Neighborhood
The reading of the second book is always the most challenging. I sit next to my 2-year-old son and force my eyes wide while reading that riveting thriller “One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish.” “From there to here, from here to there, funny things are everywhere.” Ain’t that the
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Center Stage
As the refrain proclaims, “Tra-la! It’s May! The lusty month of May!” (from “Camelot”) promises performances to engage, entertain and inspire. As venues open, led by the Des Moines Playhouse’s “Some Enchanted Evening” through May 9, outdoor theater options abound as invitingly as the bursting of springtime buds. One popular
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Your Neighbors
Why does Tina Powell own two houseboats? This is a reasonable question, according to Powell, who readily admits that possessing a pair of floating homes wasn’t the original idea. Instead, refurbishing a fixer-upper was her plan, but the best-laid plans usually require super-human patience. After hours of hard labor in
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Belly Up To...
Stroll into The Bartender’s Handshake on Ingersoll, and it feels like you’re going back in time. It’s almost secretive, as there’s no neon sign out front. It resembles a well-worn watering hole that’s been serving patrons for decades. But it hasn’t. Instead, the local hotspot made its debut on Halloween
Read More →Spring is here, summer is near and warmer weather means outdoor entertainment venues are opening. Jasper Winery is one such hotspot, and it will begin its weekly Thursday evening summer concert series starting May 20 with the Brian Herrin Band, free admission. Middlebrook Farm in Cumming — across from Iowa
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Duffy
May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in 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 “Herbie had a makeover prior to his latest movie in an attempt to expand his fan base.” Mark Alvord Runners Up “Fossil fuel enthusiasts.” Josh Neff
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in Collections & Hobbies
The Principal Charity Classic is a definite “go” for this year, and the annual PGA Champions pro golf tournament is scheduled to be held June 1-6 at Wakonda Club in Des Moines. Only a limited number of fans will be allowed, but barring the unthinkable, Rich Hoidahl will be there.
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May 05, 2021 by Beckham Miller
in The Culture Buzz
The Covid-19 pandemic persists. Be safe. Be considerate. Be compassionate. Strongly consider getting your vaccinations. Continue to be creative. Find ways to celebrate your thankfulness safely with family, friends and others. – John Busbee for The Culture Buzz, 2014 Iowa Governor’s Award for Partnership & Collaboration in the Arts Quote of
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