Winter Wonderland in Greenwood Park
February 26, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Great Places, Weather
I took a break from the computer for a walk. This photo is from Greenwood Park in Des Moines.
Winter Storm Hard on Trees
February 25, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Neighbors, Weather
We’re still in the middle of a snowstorm in the Midwest. First we had a lot of rain turning to sleet and ice, and finally snow.
It’s taking a toll on the trees. This is a view out my back window. Some of these branches that are bending have already broken.
Luckily we still have power. Many in the state do not. We only got about five inches of snow here.
The neighbor got out his snowblower and just finished with four driveways! Nice. Saves us a lot of work. People are like that here. Friendly and helpful.
Here’s links to weather information and news around the Midwest.
Midwest Conference Tournament Re-Scheduled
February 25, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Editor: Sandy Renshaw, General, Sports, Weather
For those of you following men’s basketball and the 2007 Midwest Conference Tournament, Carroll College (#2) will meet Lake Forest College(#4).
The title game of the tournament had to be rescheduled and moved because winter storms in Grinnell knocked out power city-wide.
The title game will now be held on Sunday, Feb. 25 at Monmouth College.
Monmouth College is without power on Sunday which forces the championship game to Knox College in Galesburg, Ill.
Maybe you better take advantage of the pay-per-view on MWCTV. It’s not a good idea to be traveling. Wonder how the teams are getting around?
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Basketball: Midwest Conference Tournament Feb. 23-24
February 22, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Community, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Events, Sports
Grinnell College is hosting the two-day Midwest Conference Tournament starting Friday, Feb. 23. The first semifinal contest starts at 5 pm with Ripon College (3rd seed) facing Carroll College (2nd seed). The 7 pm game features Grinnell Pioneers (top seed) taking on Lake Forest College.
The winners of these two games will meet in the championship game on Feb. 24. For those of you who are not familiar with Grinnell basketball, it is a must-see event. They have attracted attention for their playing style, known as “The System,” which includes substitutions of five players at a time every 35 to 40 seconds.
Update: Grinnell College lost in the semifinal round of the tournament (94-79).
So You Want to Join a Carnival…
February 21, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Community, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Neighbors
Now’s your chance . . . blog carnival, that is.
Join the Carnival of Cities.
“This is a carnival of blog posts about cities. Submit any recent post that highlights an aspect of a city. Any angle is fine as long as it is related to a specific city (or fair-sized town.) Comment on a local politician’s latest blunders, share a favorite restaurant review or present the city from a tourist’s point of view. Look around; I’ll bet you’ll see many fantastic things to blog about, so let’s share and discover the world, one city at a time.”
Read this post for background about the Carnival of Cities, and then submit a story to the Carnival of Cities.
Related posts:
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Iowa Town Hall Meeting: Feb. 21
February 20, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Community, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Events, Politics
Join Senator Barack Obama for a Town Hall Meeting. The event will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at the Polk County Convention Complex at 5th and Grand.
Doors open at 6:45 pm. Event begins at 7:45 pm.
Free and open to the public.
Print out a ticket at www.barackobama.com or call 866.675.2008 for information.
Arts and Crafts Show, Feb. 23-25
February 19, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Arts, Community, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Events, General
Don’t miss Iowa’s largest Arts and Crafts Show presented by Callahan Promotions, Inc. There will be more than 300 exhibitors with thousands of handcrafted products.
The event starts Friday at the Varied Industries Building (directions), Iowa State Fairgrounds, East 30th Street and East University Avenue. $5 adults, free for children ages 10 and younger. Call 563.652.4529 for more information. Thanks to Barb for the tip.
Thresholds Arts Festival in Des Moines, Feb. 23-25
February 16, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Arts, Community, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Events, General, Neighbors
The annual Thresholds Arts Festival will again be held in the Drake Neighborhood of Des Moines on Friday-Sunday, Feb. 24-25. This year the festival is focusing on Point V. of the U.N.E.S.C.O Culture of Peace Pledge: Preserve the Planet (program).
Special guests include:
- Jerome Kills Small – Storyteller and Oral Historian, SDSU Faculty
- Jean-Michel Cousteau – Ocean Conservationist, Explorer, Film Producer
- Richie Havens – Singer, Songwriter, Educator
The Thresholds Arts Festival uses arts events and special speakers to increase understanding of the Six Points of U.N.E.S.C.O. Culture of Peace Pledge, which strengthens the culture of peace in communities:
I.) Respect All Life
II.) Reject Violence
III.) Share with Others
IV.) Listen to Understand
V.) Preserve the Planet
VI.) Rediscover Solidarity
Call 515.243.7570 for more information.
Jazz Vocalist Dianne Reeves to Perform in Des Moines, Feb. 17
February 15, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Arts, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Events
Jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves will perform at Drake University’s Sheslow Auditorium, Old Main, 2507 University Ave. (map), at 8pm on Saturday, Feb. 17.
Reeves won her fourth Best Jazz Vocal Grammy for her recording of Good Night, and Good Luck.
Tickets are $28.50/adults and $12.50/students. Call 515.280.4020 for more information.
Jane Fonda Speaks in Des Moines, Feb. 26
February 14, 2007 by Sandy Renshaw
Filed under Community, Editor: Sandy Renshaw, Events
Hear Jane Fonda – mother, actor, author, philanthropist, feminist – speak on Feb. 26 at 7:30 pm. at the Civic Center of Greater Des Moines, 221 Walnut St (map).
The event is part of the Smart Talk Women’s Lecture Series.
Ticket prices for the series start at $119. Call 515.246.2300 for information.
