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Free Comic Book Day 2026

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The first Saturday in May is FREE Comic Book Day across the nation, and there are many participating comic book shops here in Minnesota! This year it’s on Saturday, May 2nd! On this special day, participating comic shops across the country give away free comic books—no purchase necessary. Many stores also go all out with […]

THE SHEEP DETECTIVES Advance Screening Giveaway

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The flock is on the case! 🐑🔍 Get ready for mystery, laughs, and wooly fun in the brand-new film The Sheep Detectives, hitting theaters officially May 8th — but you don’t have to wait until then to see it! I’ve partnered to give two lucky families the chance to attend an exclusive advance screening of […]

Robot Day Family Event at The Works Museum – May 2nd (Ticket Giveaway!)

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What’s Robot Day? It’s a family-friendly engineering fair is packed with hands-on activities, creative builds, and chances to meet real engineers and STEM professionals. Kids ages 5-12 and their families can explore exhibits and activity stations at their own pace, meeting engineers, scientists, and student experts along the way. Families explore at their own pace […]

TotDogs: A Fun Twist on a Classic (Now at Target!)

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We Tried TotDogs (Now at Target!) — Here’s How It Went I’m at Target a lot—usually at least once a week (sometimes more), especially since I end up grabbing a good portion of our groceries there. This is because I save a lot of money there with Target Circle, my RedCard, plus coupons, and they […]

Twin Cities Spring Cleaning Guide 2026

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Twin Cities Spring Cleaning Guide 2026 CLEAN UP YOUR YARD   YARD WASTE COLLECTION SITES Each county offers free yard waste collection sites or assistance for its residents. At these sites you can often pick up free compost for your garden (while it lasts). They may also offer junk collection days where you drop off […]

A+ Help for Less: Budget-Friendly Ways to Find a Great Tutor for Your Child

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  Finding the right tutor for your child can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to balance quality with affordability. The good news is that you don’t need to spend a fortune to give your child the academic support they need.  With a bit of strategy and awareness, you can access excellent tutoring options that fit […]

Co-Parenting Costs Decoded: How Divorced Moms Can Plan for Shared and Unexpected Expenses

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Divorce reshapes more than your relationship status—it rewrites your financial reality. For mothers managing co-parenting, one of the biggest ongoing challenges is understanding, planning for, and managing the true cost of raising children across two households.  While child support provides a foundation, it rarely covers everything. To stay financially stable and reduce stress, it’s essential […]