Families! I have an EXCLUSIVE discount to share for a special event with Santa, The Ice Sisters and Snowman, and their friends on Sunday, November 26th at 9:30am in Bloomington! When:  Sun, November 26, 2017 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM CST (There’s also an event on Sunday, December 3rd but the discount only applies to […]

Holiday Lights in the Park is an annual tradition for our family. It’s a drive-through light display at Phalen Park in St. Paul. It’s also a fundraiser for the Saint Paul Police Foundation, and costs $10 per vehicle, but you can save $2 and get $8 admission online! Just go to this website for the […]

10 Essential Oil Stocking Stuffers for Under $20! Essential oils are becoming more and more popular and here are some gift and stocking stuffer gift ideas for under $20! Aromatherapy Necklace with Leaf Charm You can’t go wrong giving this beautiful diffuser necklace as a gift! You can diffuse your oils all day long when […]

One of the most special and unique experiences your family can have during the Christmas season is to visit a live nativity event. When I grew up in Duluth we would go to one in our neighborhood and it was always a popular and fun event. It’s exciting for kids to see the Christmas story […]

It’s easy to go overboard with spending money at this time of year, especially when you’re struggling with gift exchange ideas. When the deals are so good, how can you know which ones to resist and what to buy? Coupons.com savings and consumer trends expert Jeanette Pavini have some great tips to help you give […]

(This post contains affiliate links that help support this site at no cost to you. Thank you to FrazzlednFrugal for compiling and sharing this list!) If you have Freeform (formerly ABC Family), snuggle with your kiddos while watching these holiday movies! Thursday December 1 Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory 3:30PM/2:30C The Year Without a […]

It’s almost Christmas but there are many great last-minute options for gift ideas for Twin Cities families! Here are 4 that last the whole year, plus some local gift card ideas that offer valuable experiences and special bonus savings! Last-Minute Local Gift Ideas for Twin Cities Families That Last the Whole Year Monthly Subscription Box. A great […]

Still got some shopping to do for the holidays? Toys“R”Us stores nationwide are offering extended shopping hours in the days leading up to Christmas, plus helpful services and special savings! What a huge relief for me – as I still have tons of Christmas shopping to do! If you do too…read on for why you should head […]

One of the most special and unique experiences your family can have during the Christmas season is to visit a live nativity event. When I grew up in Duluth we would go to one in our neighborhood and it was always a popular and fun event. It’s exciting for kids to see the Christmas story […]