Sophie Pollack-Milgate

Sophie Pollack-Milgate

Sophie Pollack-Milgate has a day job as a research assistant. In her free time, she likes to read 10% of the library books she checks out, complain about how either ice or heat are ruining her runs (depending on the season), and modify recipes beyond recognition.

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Everything You Need to Know About Changing Your Mailing Address

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the average American moves over 11 times in their life. That’s a lot of moving! When you prepare to move, you think of the obvious things like finding packing supplies and hiring movers. One often-forgotten task is changing your mailing address, but it’s key to making sure you don’t miss […]

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Five Great Nonprofits That Need Volunteers In Des Moines, Iowa

Moving to Des Moines? Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet new people and give back to your new community! Des Moines is home to several nonprofits that welcome volunteers. Here are five incredible organizations to check out as you settle into life in Iowa’s capital. Everybody Wins! Iowa One Des Moines nonprofit is Everybody

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The Best School Districts in Cedar Rapids, IA

Are you moving to Cedar Rapids or the surrounding area? Not sure where to start your search for the best school district? With so many great choices, the process can be overwhelming. As an Iowa native, I’m here to simplify your search! Let’s dive into the top 3 school districts in Cedar Rapids, where I’ll

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How To Plan An Event: The 10-Step Guide You Need

Event planning requires fast thinking, creativity, and exceptional organizational skills. To offer you insights from an expert, we interviewed Maddix Stovie, a former event planner at the Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance turned business owner of Simply Things by Maddix. Maddix has planned a wide range of events, from citywide farmers markets to high-profile happenings like

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