If you have a train-loving kiddo at home, you may want to mark your calendar for Train Fest! Train Fest is at the Minnesota Children’s Museum in St. Paul on Saturday, March 21st from 10:00am to 3:00pm. It’s shaping up to be a full day of train-themed fun—and it’s all included with regular museum admission. […]
Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe
Easy Homemade Hamburger Helper Recipe If you’re looking for an easy, budget-friendly dinner that your whole family will actually eat, this homemade hamburger helper is perfect! It uses ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, it stretches a pound of ground beef, and it comes together in just one pot. It’s the kind of […]
Just Between Friends Andover Kids Consignment Sale April 9-12
It’s time for the Just Between Friends Andover Kids Consignment Sale! It’s Thursday, April 9th through Sunday, April 12th at the Andover YMCA Community Center!!! I LOVE these sales. I’ve been both a shopper and a seller. I actually just made $124 at the White Bear Lake sale this month (they own both the White […]
15 Free Things to Do with Kids at the Mall of America (& FREE Printable Scavenger Hunt)
The Mall of America is one of our family’s favorite places to go. “What?”, you may ask. You’re the frugal mom! It’s just a big place to spend money!” Yes, it is the country’s largest shopping mall, but there is a ton of fun stuff you can do for FREE or cheap, especially with kids. […]
All Aboard the Shamrock Express in St. Paul
All Aboard the Shamrock Express: A Festive Family Day Out in St. Paul! If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to celebrate St. Patrick’s weekend, the Shamrock Express at the Minnesota Transportation Museum in St. Paul is a family-friendly event worth adding to your calendar. We went last year and had such a […]
Leprechaun Gnome Paper Craft
Leprechaun Gnome Paper Craft I have the perfect St. Patrick’s Day craft for you! It’s a Leprechaun Gnome Paper Craft! Make this cute gnome (who doesn’t love gnomes?) with simple items and a FREE printable template I provide below. I have been seeing gnomes everywhere – in parks (used for scavenger hunts), in stores (Bachman’s […]
Just Between Friends White Bear Lake Kids Sale March 11 – 14
Don’t miss the Just Between Friends White Bear Lake Kids Spring/Summer Consignment Sale! It’s Wednesday, March 11th through Saturday, March 14th, 2026. Plus there are presales on Tuesday, March 10th. First, be sure to get your FREE admission ticket for opening day!
Exploring the Wabasha Street Caves: A Unique Twin Cities Experience
Have You Been to the Wabasha Street Caves in St. Paul? If you’re looking for a unique (and pretty affordable!) outing in the Twin Cities, this can be well-worth your time – and money. You can take a 1-hour cave tour for just $15, which makes it a fun little adventure that won’t totally wreck […]
Free Italian Ice at Rita’s on Friday, March 20th
Every year, Rita’s Italian Ice celebrates the first day of spring by giving away free Italian Ice. Get a FREE 6 oz Italian Ice (your choice of flavor) at Rita’s Italian Ice locations on Friday, March 20th, 2026. They’re also debuting a new Mystery PEEPS® Italian Ice flavor in partnership with PEEPS. The limited-time ice […]
FREE Cone Day at Dairy Queen on Thursday, March 19th
It’s back! Dairy Queen is celebrating the first day of spring with FREE Cone Day on Thursday, March 19th, 2026! No purchase required. Just show up and get a free small vanilla soft serve cone! They’ve done this every year for years – we’ve gotten free cones each year and loved them. Plus now through […]
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