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GREAT WEEKENDS BEGIN HERE
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The view of the Iowa Capitol from Cafe Baratta's patio, located in the State Historical Building. (Photo courtesy of Cafe Baratta's)
Sunshine and Short Sleeves — It's Patio SeasonTrying to find a place to dine and bask in the warm weather this weekend? Restaurants in and around downtown have patios ideal for sunny Saturday afternoons. Here are some of our favorites:
The Republic on Grand: Located on the sixth floor of the AC Hotel, this is a fine place to enjoy alfresco drinks. Spacious terraces offer fresh air, a buzzy crowd and views of the East Village and downtown. We love the way the top-floor spot, high above the street, feels like an in-crowd hideaway in the center of everything.
Cafe Baratta's: Offering a picturesque view of the Capitol, Cafe
Baratta's, on the third floor of the State Historical Building, is a lunch-only spot with a stone-surfaced patio seating up to 50 people. It's open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow, but closed on Sunday.
Eatery A: This polished casual restaurant features a raised patio overlooking the hustle and bustle of Ingersoll Avenue. The menu makes it all the better, with offerings like tender gnocchi with Grana Padano cheese, tomato pan sauce and a cured egg yolk — priced under $20.
Centro: Already one of Des Moines' favorite dining spots, Centro's patio encapsulates what it means to wine and dine alfresco. Sit along
the 10th Street sidewalk, enjoy Italian cuisine and decor, and watch the city pass by.
To learn more about these restaurants and other favorites, click here.
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A Night of Broadway Hits
Brian Stokes Mitchell and Megan Hilty, acclaimed Broadway singers, headline a concert with the Des Moines
Symphony at 7:30 p.m. tomorrow at the Des Moines Civic Center. The duo will sing various Broadway hits. Tickets range from $40 to $135. Learn more
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'Disgraced'Following Amir Kapoor, a Pakistani-American lawyer, and his wife, Emily, an artist influenced by Islamic imagery, "Disgraced" brings up questions of identity and religion in contemporary culture during a Manhattan dinner
party. The show, produced by the Iowa Stage Theatre Company, opens at 7:30 tonight at Kum and Go Theater. It runs through May 19. Learn more
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The Greatest Love Story Ever Sung
A flickering candle and an accidental touch of hands in the dark - so begins one of the greatest love stories in all of opera. Get swept up in the Bohemian Revolution as a group of struggling artists strives to live life to the fullest in Puccini’s romantic blockbuster, featuring some of the most familiar and beautiful music ever written. ...
Discover more »
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The Prince ExperienceThe first in this summer's Nitefall on the River series, the Prince Experience features Gabriel Sanchez, who has been portraying Prince since 2002. The show starts at 8 p.m. today at the Brenton Skating Plaza. Tickets are $25 plus fees if purchased in advance, $28 plus fees if purchased at the gate. Learn more
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Spring Garden FestivalThe Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden is celebrating the season with its annual Spring
Garden Festival, which brings nearly 500 unique plants, garden art and merchandise into one place. The four-day event runs through Sunday. Today and Saturday, the festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Sunday, the hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn more
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'The Friendly Hour'Presented by the newly formed Theatre Midwest, the "Friendly Hour" is based on the actual minutes of a
women's club formed in rural South Dakota in 1934. Showtimes are 7:30 today and tomorrow and 2 p.m. Sunday at Viking Theatre on the Grand View University campus. Learn more
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Spring Pop-Up Market
This one-day arts and crafts show is
conveniently held one day before Mother's Day and features goods from 70 independent artists. Head over to Capital Square from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow for original, handcrafted products. Learn more
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House of DSM Fashion Show
The House of DSM Fashion Show promotes awareness and support for those affected by human trafficking. The event, 7 p.m. tomorrow at Forte Banquet and Conference Center, highlights local fashion and supports Dorothy's House, a nonprofit providing safe places for victims of human trafficking. Learn more
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