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Twin Cities Holiday Deals & Events for Families 2017

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The holiday season is here and so are many amazing deals and events in the Twin Cities! Here is a round-up of some of my favorites: Brickmania Toyworks: A LEGO Fan Event – November 25 – January 7 Get 50% off admission to this special event in Northeast Minneapolis on Groupon right now. Available Saturdays and Sundays […]

Electronic Devices and Repairs for Less – A Tour of Device Pitstop in Maple Grove

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I recently discovered a little known gem for affordably buying and repairing computers, tablets, smartphones and other devices. It’s called Device Pitstop, and I recently visited the Maple Grove location, which is one of five locations in the Twin Cities. I had been needing a laptop for some time – with everyone in my home […]

Black Friday Price Comparison Sheet 2017

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Navigating all the Black Friday deals can be so overwhelming (especially since some actually started weeks ago!). That’s why I’m excited to offer a Black Friday Price Comparison Sheet for you, which will be updated regularly! Some tips: To open in a new window, click here. Use “CTRL F” and type in a keyword (aka: […]

Pediatric Dental Care Costs Can Be A Real Kick In The Teeth — Here’s How To Manage Them

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The importance of preventative dental care cannot be underestimated. Ultimately, getting regular check-ups, home care, and dental procedures aren’t just about your appearance; they play a huge part in how healthy you are overall, as well. But costs can add up quickly, especially for families who might lose valuable coverage that was formerly covered by […]

Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas TV Schedule

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  Christmastime is almost here and the Freeform network’s 25 Days of Christmas TV Schedule is here! Here is the lineup of movies starting December 1st (and my affiliate amazon links to order each movie!). Freeform’s 25 Days of Christmas TV Schedule December 1, 2017 7:30am/6:30c Eloise at Christmastime 11am/10c Richie Rich’s Christmas Wish 1pm/12c […]

Live on WCCO This Morning: Hidden Gems & Winter Indoor Fun

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This week I was on WCCO This Morning again with a couple segments about lesser-known but fun ideas for families in the Twin Cities! The first was about Hidden Gems for Families in the Twin Cities: The second was Hidden Gems Part 2, focusing on Winter Indoor Fun! Click to view here: http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/video/category/interviews/3758376-winter-doesnt-mean-fun-times-are-done/ Here’s the […]

Early Bird Ticket Discount for Disney on Ice: FROZEN at Target Center Feb 28 – March 4, 2018

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Discounted Tickets are now available for Disney on Ice: FROZEN at the Target Center, February 28 – March 4, 2018! Use Promo Code: MOM2017 Here’s the link: https://www.axs.com/series/5491/disney-on-ice-frozen-blogger-outreach-tickets Discounted Tickets are as low as $11 for the DAY show on Thursday (3/1) @ 10:30AM. Wednesday (2/28) and Thursday (3/1) NIGHT shows are as low as […]

Twin Cities Approves Regulations For Airbnb In Time For Super Bowl Rentals

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Airbnb has made quite the splash as a way to make some extra cash or find an affordable place to stay on vacation. Despite some “buyer beware” stories, not to mention politicians who have accused the company of running illegal, tax-free hotels, it’s a service that can increase tourism spending and help residents make an […]