Lindsey Giardino is a writer based in central Iowa. She’s worked with clients ranging in industries from higher education to healthcare to technology and beyond. She dubs herself a lifelong learner, an avid reader, a sub-par cook, and a tries-her-best mom to three little boys.
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What to know about the 3 cat cafés in Iowa
Looking for a unique way to spend an afternoon? These three cat cafés in Iowa let you relax and spend time with adoptable cats.
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Eagle-watching season is almost upon us! Here’s where to spot them in Dubuque
Bald eagles return to the Mississippi River each winter. Here are some of the best places to spot them around Dubuque, Iowa, this eagle-watching season.
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Fall fun in Des Moines & Cedar Rapids–Iowa City: Best pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and hayrides
Looking for fall activities in central and eastern Iowa? Check out these pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and fall festivals near Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City.
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Add apple-picking to your fall 2026 bucket list: 8 Iowa U-pick farms to check out
These Iowa orchards and U-pick farms offer apple picking and seasonal fun.
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Your fall 2026 guide to leaf peeping in Iowa
Planning a fall road trip? Here’s where to go leaf peeping in Iowa in 2026, from the Mississippi River corridor to scenic drives.
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Harvest season: Best farm stands & local produce in East-Central Iowa
Stock up on fresh produce, baked goods, locally raised meats, and more at these East-Central Iowa farm stands and markets.
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Iowa Corn Cy-Hawk Series: What to know about the state’s biggest college football rivalry
Iowa and Iowa State meet Sept. 12, 2026, in Iowa City. Here’s the history behind the Cy-Hawk rivalry and what to know before kickoff.
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The best early-fall activities in Iowa (before peak season crowds)
Take advantage of late August and early September to get outside and enjoy some of the best seasonal activities in Iowa.
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11 fun (and free!) Labor Day events in Iowa
Looking for something to do over Labor Day weekend without spending a fortune? Here are free concerts, festivals, parades and more happening across Iowa.
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Black-owned restaurants in Iowa: Where to eat
Celebrate National Black Business Month (or any time of year) by supporting Black-owned restaurants in Iowa, from soul food and Caribbean cuisine to West African favorites.
