Delaware

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Delawa…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Delaware…

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Delaware County, Iowa, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Delaware County, Iowa do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved here!

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Delaware County, Iowa? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking for…

Delaware County is a county located in the U.S. state of Iowa. As of the 2020 census, the population was 17,488. The county seat is Manchester. The county takes its name after the U.S. state of Delaware.

​Brahms - Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 73 - IV. Allegro con spirito Musopen · Public Domain

Bach, J S - Goldberg Variations, BWV988 Musopen · Public Domain

Schubert - Piano Sonata No. 19 in C minor, D958 - IV. Allegro Musopen · Public Domain

Symphony No. 3 in F Major, Op. 90 - II. Andante Musopen · Public Domain

Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98 - III. Allegro Giocoso Musopen · Public Domain

String Quartet No. 6 in B Flat Major, Op. 18, No. 6 - II. Adagio ma non troppo Musopen · Public Domain

Concerto No.17 in G - II. Andante Musopen · Public Domain

​ブラームスクラリネット三重奏曲作品114 Musopen · Public Domain

Preces and Responses by the English composer William Smith (1603–1645), for the Anglican service of Choral Evensong Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain

Recording of music written by Frederic Chopin Musopen · Public Domain