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     1. NewBo City Market

        1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, USA
        
        “NewBo City Market is a dynamic public space promoting health, happiness, and well-being in the heart of the New Bohemia District near downtown Cedar Rapids. As a gathering place, business incubator, and event center, NewBo City Market services many different needs for a wide spectrum of people and organizations.

        This remarkable nonprofit organization is home to unique food and retail business start-ups; farmers and artisans markets; and numerous community arts, entertainment, and educational events.”

        —NewBo City Market

        NewBo City Market

     2. Tulip Time Festival

        Pella, IA, USA
        
        Stop to smell the flowers at the annual Tulip Time Festival in Pella! Founded in 1847 by immigrants from the Netherlands, Pella is a slice of Dutch culture in the Iowa heartland. Be sure to check out Jaarsma Bakery, Lake Red Rock, and the largest working grain windmill in the United States.

     3. Christkindlmarket Des Moines

        Principal Park Des Moines, Iowa
        
        Grinnell students visit Christkindlmarket Des Moines, a German-inspired Christmas market featuring various European-style foods, products, and activities.

     4. Des Moines Farmers Market

        Farmers Market, Water Street, Des Moines, IA, USA
        
        Every Saturday from April through October, hundreds of vendors converge downtown for the Des Moines Farmers Market. Come see why it was ranked No. 2 among all farmers markets nationwide!

     5. West End Architectural Salvage

        22 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
        
        In the market for funky dorm room decor — or inspiration for your studio art class? Four floors of antiques, furniture and global art await at West End Architectural Salvage. Don’t miss the coffee bar!

     6. Downtown Des Moines

        Downtown Des Moines, Des Moines, IA, USA
        
        As the fastest growing metro area in the Midwest, Des Moines is an exciting hotspot of business, culture, and economic growth. Check out the Des Moines Art Center, a plethora of fantastic restaurants, and coming soon... a city-wide Adventure Park featuring downtown zip-lining and whitewater rafting!

        
        Des Moines Visitor Information

     7. Timeless Charm Gift Shop

        210 5th St, Kalona, IA 52247, USA
        
        Lily F. ’20 poses with her prize after winning a gift basket lottery at Timeless Charm.

        
        Timeless Charm Gifts

     8. McNally’s Foods

        Mc Nally's Foods, Main Street, Grinnell, IA, USA
        
        A locally-owned grocery store with a dine-in area just a few blocks from campus! Come around lunchtime for prepared hot foods and sandwiches (try the individual chicken pot pies), or browse an extensive selection of groceries —including specialty cheeses, spices, coffees, and wines.