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Places to go. Things to do. Drake University AUGUST 4 – 8, 2008 DRAKE NEIGHBORHOOD DES MOINES BY THE NUMBERS PROMOTIONS 50+ attractions including Adventureland Amusement park, a new Redeemable Aug. 4-8 downtown science center, IMAX theater, library and the Iowa Events D-SHOPPE Center, Blank Park Zoo, Des Moines Art Center, Des Moines Botanical Drake Olmsted Center Center, Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and the Principal Riverwalk. Plus UNIVERSITY BOOKSTORE the Des Moines Symphony, Des Moines Playhouse, Des Moines Metro Opera and Civic Center of Greater Des Moines. 3003 Forest Avenue While on campus, enjoy a discount 6 Des Moines sports teams (Iowa Cubs baseball; Des Moines Buccaneers of 10 percent at these stores. and Iowa Stars ice hockey; Iowa Barnstormers arena football, Des Moines Menace soccer and Iowa Energy basketball). DRAKE DINER 5 shopping malls 1111 25th Street Enjoy a wonderful meal in this 28 daily or weekly newspapers. modern diner located only one block 23 radio stations. from campus. 20+ public golf courses. OPEN Mon. – Sat. 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. Sun. 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. 30+ downtown city blocks connected by 4 miles of skywalks. 22 average inches of snow per year. FREIDRICH’S WORLD COFFEES 42nd & University 66 insurance companies headquartered in Des Moines. Flash your passport during your visit to receive 85 public parks in the Des Moines area. one free coffee or espresso drink. OPEN Mon. – Fri. 6 a.m. – 9 p.m. 300+ miles of bike trails in Central Iowa. Saturday, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. 300 places of worship; 79 denominations. Sunday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. 1,000+ animals in Blank Park Zoo’s 22 acres. GAZALI’S 5,000+ works by more than 1,600 artists, including Picasso and Edward 1205 25th Street Hopper, in the Des Moines Art Center’s permanent collection. Purchase a sandwich or salad at this 6,000 acres for fishing, boating, water-skiing and sailing on Saylorville Greek restaurant and enjoy a free drink. Lake, a short drive north of Drake’s campus. OPEN Mon. - Sat. 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. JAVA LAVA Corner of 25th and University Aveune HYVEE DRUGSTORE MARS CAFÉ Show your passport and enjoy a cup of 42nd and University 2318 University This Drake neighborhood full-service Stop in and receive two for one coffee or delicious coffee or a smoothie for only espresso drink (blended drinks not included) a dollar. grocery store offers film developing, OPEN Mon.-Thur., 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. pharmacy, post-office, health foods and Fri. 7 – 12 p.m. JETHROS fresh meat and produce. Present your Sat. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. 3100 Forest Avenue passport and receive a free pound of Sun 8 a.m. – 11 p.m. With the purchase of an entrée, bananas during your visit to Drake. enjoy one free appetizer at this new PLANET SUB 2330 University neighborhood barbecue joint. IOWA BAKERY CAFE Stop in and your passport will get you a 42nd and University complimentary “all that and a bag of JIMMY JOHN’S Stop in this favorite neighborhood bakery chips” with the purchase of a sub. 2416 University Avenue and show your passport to receive a OPEN Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Enjoy a sandwich at this popular sub free bagel with cream cheese with the Sun. 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. shop in the neighborhood. purchase of a drink. Check out seedesmoines.com OPEN Sunday – Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. – 11 p.m. OPEN Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. & downtowndesmoines.com Thursday – Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – 3 a.m. Weekends, 7 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. to discover all there is to do in Des Moines! Places to go. Things to do. Drake University AUGUST 4 – 8, 2008 DES MOINES AREA ATTRACTIONS BLANK PARK ZOO a fishing pier, picnic areas and a lighted trail SCIENCE CENTER OF IOWA 7401 SW 9th St.; Des Moines that encircles the park. 401 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy; Des Moines www.blankparkzoo.com SAYLORVILLE LAKE 515-323-8383 www.sciowa.org 5600 NW 78th Ave.; Johnston A 22-acre zoological park featuring natural The Science Center of Iowa features an IMAX Explore Des Moines’ backyard resort with exhibits and special attractions. Open daily 10 theatre as well as multiple interactive exhibits 6,000 acres of open water for boating, fishing a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission is $9.95 for ages that are fun for all ages. Featured current and swimming. You’ll also find other recreational 13-64, $4.95 for ages 3-12, and $6.95 for exhibits include “Race to the Moon,” “Fizz, opportunities including camping, picnicking, Bubble, Goo,” “Wacky Wizardry” and “Amazing seniors ages 65+. hunting and wildlife watching. Saylorville Astronomy.” Mon-Wed. 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., features a 26-mile bike trail and a captivating Thur. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m. – 5:30 RECREATION AND ENTERTAINMENT visitor’s center. p.m., Sun. 12 – 5:30 p.m. Adults $8, children IOWA STATE FAIR MALLS AND SHOPPING DISTRICTS $6. Call for information about IMAX showings East 30th St. and University Ave.; Des Moines and admission. www.iowastatefair.com JORDAN CREEK TOWN CENTER THE DES MOINES ART CENTER “America’s Favorite Fair” runs Aug. 7-17. 101 Jordan Creek Pkwy; West Des Moines www.jordancreektowncenter.com 4700 Grand Ave.; Des Moines Admission varies. See website for more details. The largest and newest mall in the Des Moines www.desmoinesartcenter.org Concerts at the fair: Thur., Aug. 7, 8 p.m. Michael metro featuring up-scale shopping, dining and 515-277-4405 W. Smith with Natalie Grant and Matthew West a movie theatre. The Des Moines Art Center is home to an $25; Fri., Aug. 8, 8 p.m. Josh Turner with Craig outstanding 19th and 20th century art Morgan $32; Sat., Aug. 9, 8 p.m. Rick Springfield KALEIDOSCOPE AT THE HUB collection. Current featured exhibition: with Patty Smyth and Scandal $25; Sun., Aug. 555 Walnut St.; Des Moines “World Histories” and “Hand & Eye: Drawings 10, 8 p.m. Cinderella with all-reunited Warrant www.kathdm.com from the Permanent Collections.” Center hours: and Night Ranger $25. Shopping, restaurants, and a food court Tue., Wed., Fri., and Sat. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. IOWA CUBS BASEBALL VS. located in the downtown skywalks. Open Thur. 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sun. 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. THE SALT LAKE BEES Mon–Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Closed on Mon. Free admission. Principal Park, One Line Drive; Des Moines MERLE HAY MALL THE DES MOINES BOTANICAL CENTER www.iowacubs.com Merle Hay Rd. and Douglas Ave., Des Moines 909 East River Drive; Des Moines 515-243-6111 www.merlehaymall.com www.botanicalcenter.com Catch a minor league baseball game on Mon., 515-323-6290 Aug. 4, 7:05 p.m.; Tues., Aug. 5, 7:05 p.m.; or SOUTHRIDGE MALL Enjoy the tropics in Iowa! Open 7 days a week, Wed. Aug. 6, 12:05 p.m. See website for dif - SE 14th Street and Army Post Road, Des Moines 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adults $4, children ages ferent daily promotions. Admission prices vary. www.shopsouthridgemall.com 6-17 and seniors 65+ are $2. Children under GREASE VALLEY WEST MALL 6 are free. Des Moines Playhouse; 831 42nd St.; Des Moines I-235 and Valley West Drive, West Des Moines LIVING HISTORY FARMS 515-277-6261 www.valleywestmall.com 2600 111th St.; Urbandale www.dmplayhouse.com HISTORIC VALLEY JUNCTION www.lhf.org Enjoy the timeless musical smash hit Grease. 217 5th St.; West Des Moines 515-278-5286 Aug. 3-10. Ticket prices and show times vary. www.valleyjunction.com Experience a 600-acre, open-air museum Contact the box office for further details. Enjoy visiting this charming, renovated railroad that tells the story of changes in Midwestern ADVENTURELAND AMUSEMENT PARK district which features a collection of more agriculture. Interpreters dressed in period I-80 and HWY 65 than 120 retail business including galleries, costumes recreate the daily routines of early Ticket price is $29 for ages 10 and over, $25 boutiques, antiques, restaurants and Iowans. Visit the 1700 Iowa Indian Village, the for ages 4-9. The park is open daily 10 a.m. – specialty stores. 1850 Pioneer Farm, the 1900 Horse-Powered 9 p.m. Call 515-266-2121 or 1-800-532-1286 Farm, and the Modern Crop Center. Open daily EAST VILLAGE for more information. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Adults $11, Children (4-12) East of the river to the Capitol between Grand $6, Seniors (60+) $10. FLOGGING MOLLY Avenue and E. Court Street; Downtown Des Moines www.eastvillagedesmoines.com IOWA STATE CAPITOL Val Air Ballroom; 301 Ashworth Road; West Des Moines Neighborhood featuring artists and eclectic East 9th St. and Grand Ave.; Des Moines 515-243-1888 shopping including furniture stores, clothing www.legis.state.ia.us/Pubinfo/Tour www.valairballroom.com and dress boutiques, an independent record 515-281-5591 Enjoy this seven-member band playing music shop, a teahouse and upscale dining. Visit one of the nation’s most beautiful Capitol ranging from Celtic to modern day punk rock. buildings. The 23-karat gold dome gleaming FARMERS MARKETS Tickets: $22.50; Aug. 7. above Des Moines defines the city’s impressive The Drake Farmers Market skyline. The Capitol houses legislative cham - ADVENTURELAND AMUSEMENT PARK 25th Street and University Avenue in Church parking lot; Des Moines bers, a law library and the governor’s offices.