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3 Ways To Boost Your Gas Mileage And Drive Greener

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Unless you have a brand new vehicle, chances are your car’s gas mileage isn’t the greatest. Fuel prices can take a toll on your bank account and poor fuel efficiency can make your carbon footprint that much deeper. So how can you improve your car’s gas mileage to make your driving a little greener without […]

Ice Castles are coming to New Brighton this winter

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Ice Castles are coming back to Minnesota this winner – this time in New Brighton! The popular attraction will be at Long Lake Regional Park. Ice Castles have been in Eden Prairie, Stillwater and Excelsior, and now they are heading north in the Twin Cities. Our family has visited Ice Castles at all the locations […]

Veterans Day Freebies & Deals 2019

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Veterans Day is a day to honor those who have given so much to our country. This year Veterans Day falls on Monday, November 11th and many retailers and restaurants are offering freebies and discounts to Veterans and their families. Below is the list of Veterans Day Freebies for 2019. Keep in mind that for […]

Backyard Improvement Tips Before Fall Ends

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Winter is just around the corner, and while the weather might soon be frightful, there’s plenty of time to make your yard delightful. Taking care of your backyard before winter hits is important to getting your yard set up to thrive in the spring, especially if you’re planning on starting a garden. Use these tips […]

Twin Cities November 2019 Deals & Events Calendar

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November is here! I just updated my Deals & Events Calendar for November and there are some great events including kids consignment sales and Neighborhood Toy Store Day celebrations! Read the full calendar here! Follow me on Facebook for more local fun (I share things all the time!) and be sure to join my Facebook […]

4 Surprising Ways To Save Energy In Your Home

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In recent years, energy efficiency has become a booming home trend for a variety of reasons. While not everyone is ready to join the 1.3 million solar installations in the United States, many homeowners are now choosing to live more eco-conscious lifestyles, with others simply looking to cut down on regular utility bills. Whatever your […]

New Digital Omnitheater at Science Museum of Minnesota featuring “Superpower Dogs”

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The William L. McKnight-3M Omnitheater at the Science Museum of Minnesota just went digital with a new laser projection system! On Thursday, October 17th, the Omnitheater opened as only the third IMAX digital laser dome theater in the world, and we visited for the premiere of Superpower Dogs! The Omnitheater has been at the Science […]