Earlier this year I shared that there are 4 days you can get FREE admission to Minnesota State Parks in 2026. The next free day is Saturday, April 25th! Woohoo! Free Entrance Days in Minnesota State Parks All 75 Minnesota state parks and state recreation areas will offer free admission to everyone on four days, […]
A+ Help for Less: Budget-Friendly Ways to Find a Great Tutor for Your Child
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
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 […]
Family Movie Night on a Budget: Summer Movie Deals to Grab Now
If you’ve got kids like mine — especially teens who love big releases — then you already know summer movie season is a big deal. Between animated sequels, live-action remakes, and a few fan-favorite franchises coming back, there’s a lot hitting theaters over the next few months. And if your family is anything like mine, […]
Sustainable Safari in Maplewood and Burnsville – $10 Tickets!
Sustainable Safari, located in Maplewood and Burnsville, is offering a GREAT spring deal! Get $10 tickets on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from now through May 28th, 2026. Plus they have a great Groupon deal! Save up to 28% through Groupon here! They offered this $10 admission deal in winter and now it’s back for spring. […]
Target Car Seat Trade-In Event April 19 – May 2
It’s back! Target’s Car Seat Trade-In Event is April 19 – May 2, 2026, where you can recycle used car seats for free, plus get a 20% off coupon for a new one! All car seats collected through this popular program will be recycled so that each component will see a second life. And what’s […]
Raising Money-Smart Kids: Fun Activities to Teach Financial Literacy Early
April is Financial Literacy Month, and MNSAVES, Minnesota’s 529 College Savings Plan, has some tips to share with parents to help raise money smart kids. The JA Teens Personal Finance Survey (2025), conducted by Junior Achievement and MissionSquare Retirement Foundation, shows that while more high school students are gaining access to financial literacy courses, substantial […]
Free Admission at 9 Minnesota Historical Society Sites – Saturday, April 25th
The Minnesota Historical Society (MNHS) is offering free admission to 9 of its historic sites and museums on Saturday, April 25, 2026! Why? April 25th is “MNHS Spring 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 9 […]
UPDATE: Super Neon at Mall of America Closes May 3! $10 Tickets!
Super Neon at Mall of America: A Dreamy New Experience for Families My teens and I had the chance to check out the media preview of Super Neon, Mall of America’s newest attraction. It officially opened to the public on September 26, 2025, and it’s described as a glowing, mood-boosting world designed to spark joy […]
Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2026
Free Summer Fun for Twin Cities Kids & Families 2026 The Twin Cities has so many fun activities and events for kids and families – but did you know that many are FREE? So every year I compile a list of all the free fun I could find! Plus a free gift – here’s a […]
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