58 questions with Stoned Art Studio and Gallery of Iowa
"As an Artist, I’m inspired delivering visual emotion to viewers of my art and photography. The more impactful and powerful the viewer response, the more inspiring."
21 questions with Sold Out of Minnesota
"A music-based drama about a female talent scout who takes a down-on-his luck construction worker under her wing and helps him rise to his potential as a singer/songwriter"
26 questions with Iowa Makers of Iowa
"Iowa Makers, located in Dundee, IA, is a specialty gift shop carrying ALL handmade products by local artisans from Iowa. We offer everything from pottery & candles made on~site, wood crafts, paintings, wine and more. Our mission is to partner with as many local artists in Iowa to showcase their incredible talents and provide an opportunity for our community to support local makers while finding unique gifts for the whole family. We also have a wine tasting bar!"
20 questions with Preservation of Indiana
"I started Preservation in 2012. My mom was teaching me to make fruit preserves and we started experimenting with different flavors. I am a chef by trade and was working as a pastry assistant at the time for a catering company and was wanting to start a business of my own. Our friends and family started asking to buy them and Preservation was born."
10 questions with GRNE Solar of Illinois
"On average, it takes 5-8 years for a system to have paid for itself. In addition to financial benefits, home and business owners that implement a solar solution are making major environmental impacts. The annual production of the average residential solar system is equivalent to reducing 6 tons of carbon dioxide."
15 questions with Good Courage Handmade of Wisconsin
"I design, build, and paint 'barn quilts,' which are quilt block designs painted on wood panels and mounted outdoors on buildings. Originally they were meant to display on barns, but barn quilts aren’t just for barns anymore!. The barn quilt movement started in 2001 in Ohio and has spread throughout rural America and Canada. I do mostly smaller pieces intended for garages or garden sheds, or as indoor wall hangings."
10 questions with BLU FIGS of Wisconsin
"Any individual can book us for a private headshot session or we can be booked to photograph an entire staff, restaurant, or business! We work with small business, large corporations, non-profits, and even Libraries! No project is too big or small for us!"
Guest Artist: Caroline Porter of Midwest Paint, "Midwest City Skylines"
"Hi, I’m Caroline Porter, the artist behind Midwest Paint. Midwest Paint is a newly opened art shop dedicated to - you guessed it - Midwest American inspired art. Before opening the shop, I worked in molecular biology, but after having my daughter I wanted a career that was more family friendly. It was then I decided to pursue my biggest passion in life - creating art that invokes a sense of belonging."
21 questions with Mealbox by Chef Will Birge of Nebraska
"We offer weekly gourmet meal delivery and special occasion catering services. For our weekly meal service, we post a brand new menu every Wednesday. Pre-orders are due by Tuesday at Midnight for Sunday delivery between 9-2pm to your home, apartment, or business."
17 questions with Midwest Polite of Michigan
"I love when my art makes someone’s day. When someone finds just the right spot for a sticker, or unrolls a poster and gets the joke; and they don’t just laugh, but they actually feel seen, because yeah, they are the kind of person who treats ginger ale like medicine, even though they know that’s kind of silly. That’s what I want every design to be able to do, for at least a few people.
5 paint n' sips in Grand Rapids, Michigan for a night out
Try these 5 Kansas City Airbnbs for your next staycation
"Historic school building that was recently remodeled. Full 1 bed, 1 bath with living room, kitchen, and dining room. Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, wine bottle opener, pots, cooking utensils, plates and silverware, and drinking glasses. Minutes away from the Plaza, Westport, and KC Power and Light. In unit Washer/Dryer. 55” Smart Roku TV w/ Hulu Provided. Fully-furnished apartment including WiFi, and all utilities!"
39 questions with Nebraska Tour Company of Nebraska
"Our most popular tours are walking tours. Our History walking tours are 1 hour experiences to hear about our past and see landmarks plus historical buildings. Our Food walking tours are 3 hour experiences that visit multiple unique restaurants for food tastings and cocktails."
Try these 6 sandwiches in Downtown Cleveland, Ohio
"Our passion is to provide high quality food at a quick pace. We constantly work on improving our service and creating distinguished sandwiches and specialties. Whether you’re grabbing something on the run, or just trying to get away from the office, we want to accommodate your needs. Our hope is to continue growing as a vibrant business contributing to the community in the city of Cleveland."
10 animal shelters in Green Bay, Wisconsin to find a new friend
"We can't thank you enough for your interest in fostering! The time you'll spend caring for animals in need is truly invaluable and expands our lifesaving capacity. Once you're onboard as a foster, you'll also be invited to join a private group on Facebook so you can network with other foster parents, ask questions, trade tips, share updates, or simply boast about how great your current foster animal is doing! Though you'll be volunteering independently at home, you'll quickly realize you're part of a tight knit and wise community of foster parents right here in your area."
6 questions with Arrow K Co. of Nebraska
"The agriculture industry is very inspiring to me. Most of my pictures feature different aspects of agriculture. Many people involved in agriculture put in a lot of hard work everyday and it can sometimes be taken for granted, but it is easy to be reminded of their hard work and effort when I’m taking pictures of family farms, harvest, and all other aspects of agriculture."
22 questions with Fort Wayne Industrial Revolution of Indiana
"Fort Wayne Industrial Revolution sets out to create one of a kind tables salvaged from local, natural resources. We customize live edge tables, river tables, charcuterie boards and modern-industrial furnishings. We hope to inspire the local community to repurpose trees and create value in natural resources."
7 coding bootcamps in Chicago, Illinois to kickstart a career
For a in-person/virtual hybrid experience, the Loop's Digital Crafts offers bootcamps in Web Development, UX Design and Cyber Security. If you're short on time and want to get a carreer started quickly, try an accelerated course and learn new coding skills in weeks not years.
10 nationally ranked Computer Science programs in the Midwest
For specialized interest, “the University of Minnesota offers the best engineering degrees for undergraduates seeking multiple options for their engineering major” states College Choice. “With the option to earn a science major or minor within the same college, Minnesota appeals to engineering students with an interest in chemistry, physics, or mathematics.”
10 boutiques to shop in downtown Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Bliss is great for a social shopping environment in a marketplace of area businesses, "this is a department store atmosphere with synergistic businesses that are independently owned but share common values of great customer service and innovative product/service offerings. In addition, we have a central lounge area on the main floor for people to hang out while others are shopping."