Solon

For a small town just shy of 3,000 residents, Solon is growing fast! The Solon Community School District’s elementary, middle, and high schools are expanding, and the city boasts a state-of-the-art Center for the Arts, which houses Solon High School performances and community events. With its substantial growth, Solon claims several one-of-a-kind shops and eateries. Big Grove Brewery serves craft tap beer and practices the farm-to-table concept, changing its menu with the seasons to accommodate fresh ingredients. In the mood for Italian? Red Vespa offers brick-oven, thin-crust pizzas. How about authentic Mexican? Frida Kahlo Mexican Restaurant and El Sol Mexican Cuisine the Mexican culinary experience to downtown Solon. Once you’re ready to work off your meal, Lake Macbride State Park is just a short drive away for swimming, biking, boating, cross-country skiing, horseshoes, jet skiing, paddle boating, or hiking. Sugar Bottom Campground on the shores of Coralville Lake provides even more opportunities for outdoor recreation.