Iced coffee and summer. Two things that go together for me like sand and water. I LOVE iced coffees! But I don’t like spending a fortune on them at coffee shops. That’s why I’m excited to share this list of AWESOME iced coffee recipes that you can make at home! Check them out: 1. S’mores […]
Free Printable Summer Bucket List (32 Ideas!)
Summer is here – does your family have a summer bucket list? Well if you need one – I have one for you with 32 ideas for fun! It’s part of my NEW, FREE Printable Summer Activity Planner for Kids! There are 8 pages of summer planning fun: Summer Bucket List (32 ideas for summer […]
Twin Cities Free & Cheap Summer Movies (2026)
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 […]
Free Back-to-School Supply Events in the Twin Cities (2026)
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 […]
Free Rides on Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Zoo on These Dates in 2026
Free Carousel Rides at Como Zoo are back in 2026! The famous Cafesjian’s Carousel at Como Zoo is open all summer long from May 1st through Labor Day, plus weekends in September and October, and offers free rides from 11:00am – 4:00pm on select dates in the summer. You can ride FREE on the last […]
Things to Do in Watford City, North Dakota: A Family-Friendly Guide
Things to Do in Watford City, North Dakota: A Family-Friendly Guide (Hosted stay disclosure: Portions of our visit to Watford City were hosted, and there are affiliate links in this post that help support this site at no cost to you. As always, all opinions are my own.) When planning our recent North Dakota road […]
Free WE Chalk Festival in St. Louis Park July 25 – 26
WE Chalk Festival is back! It’s a FREE, 2-day, family-friendly chalk art experience at the Shops at West End in St. Louis Park, MN! WE Chalk is Saturday, July 25th and Sunday, July 26th, from 10:00am – 5:00pm both days. It’s sponsored by Canvas Convergence, a 3D immersive arts experience gallery in St. Louis Park, […]
100 Things for Kids to Do at Home When Bored (Written by My 12-Year-Old!)
Kids bored? Not sure what to do at home? This list was written in response to the closing of schools during COVID, as my kids were clearly more bored at home during that time. But it’s clearly useful any time kids don’t know what to do when they’re home and have free time!
10 Smart Ways to Save Money on Appliances
Buying new appliances can be a significant investment, whether you’re replacing a broken refrigerator or upgrading your laundry room. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to reduce costs without sacrificing quality or performance. By planning ahead, comparing options, and maintaining the appliances you already own, you can stretch your budget and make smarter purchasing decisions. […]
Boredom Busters for Kids! 7 Free Printable Posters with 42+ Ideas
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 […]