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GREAT WEEKENDS BEGIN HERE
 
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Americana's happy hour and Sunday burger night are great deals for a weekend evening out. (Photo courtesy of Americana)

Deals Throughout the Weekend at Americana

Some of Des Moines' best weekend dining deals can be found at Americana, the polished casual restaurant located on Locust Street across the street from the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The deals start with happy hour from 4 to
6 p.m. tonight,
with $7 shared plates, $6 champagne cocktails, wines and mules, and $3 craft beers. Then on Sunday, starting at 4 p.m., you can choose from one of six burger options for $7, which includes sides. Make your reservation here.

 
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Botanical Blues

The Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden's annual winter music series Botanical Blues starts up at 2 p.m. Sunday. The Blue Two—
Bob Dorr and Jeff Petersen—headline this weekend's event. Botanical Blues will be hosted every Sunday through March 29. Standard adult tickets are $10. Members are admitted for free. Learn more



'Brilliant Traces'

Des Moines' Midwest Theatre is performing "Brilliant Traces," a story about two strangers seeking isolation from the world who end up stranded together in a cabin during a winter storm. Catch it this weekend at Viking Theatre at Grand View University. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. today and tomorrow and 2 p.m. Sunday.
Learn more



'History and the Horse Race'

Learn more about the Iowa caucuses at this panel discussion from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday at the State Historical Museum of Iowa. Panelists are political science experts who explain how the caucuses unfolded in the past and how they might unfold next month. Free admission. Learn more



'James and the Giant Peach'

"James and the Giant Peach" is a family-friendly theatrical performance from Des Moines Community Playhouse that chronicles the tale of a boy who escapes to a new and exciting world—one with a magical peach, of course. Showtimes are 7 p.m. today and 1 and 4 p.m. tomorrow and Sunday. Learn more


 
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Archery Pro Am

The Iowa State Archery Association is hosting its annual tournament and trade show this weekend at the Iowa Events Center. See some of the state's best archers and check out equipment from various vendors.
Learn more
 
'No Sleep'

One of Des Moines' most notable stand-up comedy events, "No Sleep," starts at 8 p.m. tomorrow at Wooly's, featuring comics from all over the Midwest. Tickets are $12-$15.
Learn more
 
Health and Fitness Expo

Got a New Year's resolution to work out more often? Or to be healthier? The Des Moines Health and Fitness Expo offers tips, equipment and tools to accomplish those goals. The event runs from 7 a.m. to
5 p.m. tomorrow
and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Horizon Events Center in Clive.
Learn more
 
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