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Here is Des Moines. Iowa’s capital city and the capital of family FUN. Here, you can have a taste of the sweet life all year. Where everything is put into perspective. Here, you can have it all. #CATCHdsm

‘Tis the season to shop local! We’ve made a list, and checked it twice, with not only some of the best local shops in Greater Des Moines, but also ones where the gifts are made locally. From spicy salsas and sweet wines to custom jewelry and loud socks, we’ve got something for every Iowan (or Iowan wannabe) on your list. Find the ultimate shopping guide below:

Our friends over at the MidAmerican Energy Co. RecPlex have plans to expand their facility! This will allow room for even more events, participants, and spectators for years to come. #CATCHdsm Learn more about the plans below:

It’s officially the holiday season, which means it's time to spruce things up. It’s easy to be blinded by the lights, but let's not fir-get the most important part – your beloved Christmas tree. Find the perfect tree at one of these Greater Des Moines tree farms. The best ones go fast, so act soon so you don’t end up with a real Charlie Brown Christmas tree situation.

Hot off the stovetop, we’ve rounded up a list of the best hot beef sandwiches in Greater Des Moines, as voted by locals. A staple of Midwest diners, this open-faced sandwich piled high with mashed potatoes, roast beef (or turkey), and gravy is a carb lover's dream and comfort food in its final form. See what made the list and make plans to warm up with some hot beef! #CATCHdsm

It’s that time of year where we are grateful for many things - including restaurants that can make figuring out the family Thanksgiving meal a little simpler. If you are looking to get out of dirtying the dishes and spending hours (or days) in the kitchen, there are options around Greater Des Moines that will help you host or even play host, on the most delicious holiday of the year. #CATCHdsm

The 2024 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is making a special appearance in Altoona as part of its 4,000-mile journey from Alaska to Washington, D.C next Friday, November 15! #CATCHdsm From 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Bass Pro Shops visitors can view the tree, take photos with Santa and his reindeer, enjoy hot cocoa provided by the Salvation Army, along with the opportunity to sign the banner traveling with the tree's truck on its journey to Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more below:

Soak up the Americana vibes in picturesque Polk City! This vibrant, fast-growing community with small town charm offers everything from boats and brews to froyo and festivals. Greater Des Moines has something for everyone and is filled with communities worth shouting about! #CATCHdsm

With this ALL-NEW list of the best tacos in Greater Des Moines, as voted by locals, you can live every day like it’s Taco Tuesday. Try them all and savor the south of the border flavors right here in the heartland! 🌮🔥

In November’s edition of #DesBuzz, we highlight where you can get some new, dry curing meats for your next charcuterie board, the return of a popular boutique shopping event, and a new restaurant creating a buzz in Johnston. Des Buzz is our monthly must-read feature of buzzworthy places and events in Greater Des Moines. Your “in the know” list of places to go! #CATCHdsm Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g34xNzRg