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Boredom Busters for Kids! 7 Free Printable Posters with 42+ Ideas

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Boredom Busters are here to save the day and keep your kids busy and off of screens! Boredom Busters! 7 Free Printable Posters with 42+ Fun Ideas If kids complain of one thing all the time, it’s probably “I’m bored!” Mine certainly do and screens are often the easiest thing to occupy themselves. But that’s […]

What to Buy (& Skip) in July to Save Money 2025

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Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year?  I have a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money! Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month! July July 4th is Independence Day and there are many […]

Fourth of July Fireworks & Events in the Twin Cities 2025

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Where to find fireworks and 4th of July events in the Twin Cities in 2025? Here’s a list! 🎆 Apple Valley Freedom Days – June 27 – July 4 Car show, carnival, parade, fireworks. Fireworks scheduled for July 4th. Johnny Cake Ridge Park East 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley Apple Valley, MN 55124 […]

Patriotic Berry Waffles Recipe

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  Waffles are always a crowd pleaser in our home. These patriotic berry waffles are clean, naturally sweetened with fruit and they taste delicious! If your kids are anything like mine, sprinkles make them smile and you’ll be surprised how many times they will say, “Can I have another one….!?”    Thank you to Kelly […]

MNHS Summer Free Admission Day – June 28th

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The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is offering free admission to all of its historic sites and museums on Saturday, June 28th, 2025! Why? June 28th is “MNHS Summer Free Admission Day.” There are 26 historic locations that are part of the Minnesota Historical Society. Some are free, but many do charge admission. Here are some […]

Microsoft Office Home and Business – Only $11

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Check out this awesome Microsoft Office deal! Get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2019 Lifetime License for just $11 with code DISCOUNT5 at checkout!. That’s a savings of 92%! This is a one time purchase and there are no monthly fees. This bundle is for families, students, and small businesses who want classic MS Office […]

JURASSIC WORLD: REBIRTH Advance Screening Giveaway

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In theaters July 2nd, Jurassic World: Rebirth is the epic event of the summer. Want to see it before anyone else? There’s a special advance screening on Monday, June 30th at 7:00 PM at the Marcus West End Cinema in St. Louis Park, and I am picking two people to win a 4-pack of reserved […]

Twin Cities Free & Cheap Summer Movies (2025)

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One special thing about summer in Minnesota is that there are many opportunities to watch movies both inside and outside – for free or cheap! And you can make it even more frugal by bringing your own chairs and blankets, plus snacks like popcorn.  This list is divided into two sections – outdoor movies, and […]

Why We Love Camp Urbie Featuring Snapology (Plus a Chance to Win a Free Week in Plymouth!)

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GIVEAWAY: Win a FREE Week at Urbie’s Adventure Camp featuring Snapology in Plymouth! Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your kids? Urban Air Adventure Park – Plymouth is back with Urbie’s Adventure Camp—and it’s bigger, bolder, and brainier than ever! We’re teaming up with Urban Air to give one lucky family a FREE week […]