Tag Archives: Iowa

Iowa in the Bluegrass

Posted on March 9, 2012 by theurbanllama

Friday has finally arrived. What a long week. For those who aren’t tethered to a television tonight watching basketball – and let’s be real these conference tournaments are a bit lame – here are two fantastic alternatives for getting out … Continue reading →

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The Llama Brings Home The Gold

Posted on September 28, 2011 by theurbanllama

I was happy to learn recently that my story for The Iowan magazine, Indigo Rhythms, won the Gold Award in the category of Culture Feature at the International Regional Magazine Association’s 31st Annual Awards in Reno, Nevada. http://www.facebook.com/notes/the-iowan-magazine/these-blues-are-solid-gold/10150375909695815 After graduating … Continue reading →

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Back in the Saddle

Posted on October 28, 2010 by theurbanllama

OK the Iowa City trip took a bit longer to complete than originally intended. My venture north summed up how the entire journey would ensue – ragged, but full of glory. I left New Orleans at 7:00 AM, with the … Continue reading →

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Visiting Iowa City for an Iowa game, tailgating is only the beginning

Posted on January 30, 2009 by theurbanllama

Whether looking to revisit some old college haunts, catch a ball game or rage at a hardcore show, Iowa City has all this to offer and even some highbrow activities to amuse the sophisticate in the crowd. It’s rare to … Continue reading →

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The Pines ~ “Sparrows in the Bell”

Posted on August 15, 2008 by theurbanllama

I had some bad cabin fever this past March.  The snow and cold had me on lockdown.  In lieu of an actual outing I popped in “Sparrows in the Bell,” the Red House Records debut by The Pines. This offered … Continue reading →

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