Getting ready for a new school year can be expensive, but families across the Twin Cities have plenty of opportunities to receive free backpacks, school supplies, clothing, haircuts, food, and other resources before classes begin! How to get things free? Check what you have at home – you may already have some of what your […]
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How to Do Minnesota Twins Games on a Budget (2026 Family Guide)
Hooray for summertime in Minnesota! It’s finally here. A Minnesota summer always fills up fast with lakes, parks, camping trips, and all the free things we love doing with kids. But there’s one experience that belongs on the “must-do” list for summer: Minnesota Twins games at Target Field. It’s not just a baseball game — […]
Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2026
Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2026 The Twin Cities has so many fun activities and events for kids and families – but did you know that many are FREE? So every year I compile a list of all the free fun I could find! Plus a free gift – here’s a […]
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