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GREAT WEEKENDS BEGIN HERE
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Magee’s Irish Pub & Eatery in The District in Ankeny
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Eatery A's brunch lamb sliders are topped with crispy shallots, harissa aioli and fattoush. Photo: Eatery A
Grab Some Weekend Brunch With Eatery A
Looking for a relaxing brunch spot to eat al fresco this weekend? Eatery A, located on Ingersoll Avenue, has a front-side deck patio with socially distant tables. The Mediterranian-style restaurant has been reopened for brunch for about a month and recently extended
its weekend hours: 9 a.m.-midnight tomorrow and 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday.
The expansive brunch menu includes robust yet beautifully detailed dishes such as lemon-ricotta pancakes with blueberry compote and wild crab eggs Benedict with charred avocado and harissa aioli. Brunch cocktails include bottomless mimosas or bloody marys, a Cold Fashioned (cold
brew coffee, whiskey, cinnamon and chocolate bitters) and Irish coffee.
Since space is limited, reservations are encouraged. Make them online or by calling 515-282-8085.
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'Le Comte Ory'
The Des Moines Metro Opera's virtual festival continues with the airing of "Le Comte Ory," which was produced in 2014. The opera "is a comic tale of disguise, seduction and the victory of virtue." Watch for free at 2 p.m. Sunday on Iowa PBS, on DMMO's Facebook or YouTube pages, or at IowaPBS.org. Learn more
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'The Return of the Kickback'
Teehee's Comedy Club is hosting a lineup of local Black comedians for its "Return of the Kickback" event at 7 and 9:30 p.m. tomorrow. Performers include Mohamed Yual, Antoinette Stevens, Aloe Mean and Dante Powell. The host is Perry Thompson (pictured). Individual tickets are $15. Learn more
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Elton and Billy
Listen to the legendary songs from Elton John and Billy Joel in Elton & Billy, a live music event starting at 7 tonight at Water Works Park. Andy Anderson plays the role of Elton John, while Tony Bohnenkamp assumes the Billy Joel persona. The show can be enjoyed from the comfort of your car. Tickets are $40 per car.
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Get Music, Get Happy Hour
Canadian trumpet player Brandon Ridenour (pictured) is teaming up with Brazilian guitarist João Luiz for Civic Music Association's newest Get Music, Get Happy Hour, which starts at 6 p.m. today. The performance is free to watch on Facebook live. Learn more
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Lauren Vilmain Noce is hosting vocalist Lauren Vilmain, a graduate of Drake University, for a night of American jazz music. Showtimes are 7 and 9 p.m. tomorrow. Learn more
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Andrew Hoyt
Local musician Andrew Hoyt will play a live set on the Exile Brewing Co. patio at 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Hoyt's main instrument is a ukulele, and he's known for his uplifting vibes.
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Gay Lea Wilson Trail
Starting in Ankeny and looping through Pleasant Hill, the Gay Lea Wilson Trail spans almost 21 miles. You can bike, run or walk, but remember to stay 6 feet apart from others. Learn more
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