Creative Roots, the theme for this year’s Des Moines Arts Fair, will be held on the river front and on the brides over the Des Moines River this weekend, Friday June 26 through Sunday the 28th.

Gavin DeGraw and Collective Soul
will headline a FREE concert on Friday, June 26, 2009.

Juried visual art pieces will be showcased and for sale. Hours of live music, street acts, stage acts and tones of yummy food will be available to attendees. Don’t miss this annual event, considered one of the top art shows in the country.  For nearby lodging, check out the Garden and Galley B&B located in Indianola, only minutes away from the festival. www.gardenandgalley.com

Classic Rock & Roll with some Country. Friday June 26th.

Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of Elkader and Cedar St. Suites with friends! We have two bedroom full suites to accommodate a fun weekend.

Check us out at www.elkadersuites.com or call Rebecca to reserve the weekend. 563-880-1233. Music by Midlife Crisis.

When: June 21, 2009: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Price: $29.95 each for adults, includes meal, wine and admission to Sunday Tunes
Where: Summerset Winery in Indianola, IA
What: Delicious BBQ and great music! Your dad will be LOVE his day at the winery, then pamper him at the local B&B: Garden and Galley!

Show how much you really appreciate him by spending a fabulous day enjoying delicious BBQ catered by Shane’s Rib Shack. Check-in to your room at Garden and Galley, then return to the winery for the Sunday Tunes from 3-6 p.m. performed by Tony Valdez & the Retro Rockets.

Buffet style meal includes:
* Shane’s Ribs with assorted sauces (original, spicy and hot)
* Pulled pork
* Chopped brisket
* Baked beans
* Potato salad
* Coleslaw
* Buns
* Fresh baked peach and apple cobblers
* Chocolate brownies
* Assorted cookies
* Ice tea
* Sweet tea
* Lemonade
* Glass of Summerset wine or sparkling juice

Reservations required for BBQ, call 515-961-3545 .

Father’s Day Lodging
Just minutes from the The Garden and Galley B&B will have your room ready and waiting to celebrate Father’s Day up right. Room rates begin at $90 per night. Select your room or check for availability by clicking here or call 515-961-7749.

*Pictured to the left is Garden and Galley’s Simpson Room.

The third Friday in April starts another season of BIKE NIGHTs around the square in Indianola, Iowa. Hundreds of bikes cruise in for the fun and to check out all the other bikes. Food, drink and music complete the evenings. From now until November Bike Nights takes place the 3rd Thursday of each month. The Garden and Galley B&B caters to bikers and their bikes. The B&B garage will keep your bikes safe from the elements. www.gardenandgalley.com