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Disney’s Frozen 2: Make a Snowstorm in a Jar

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Make a Snowstorm in a Jar! With Disney’s Frozen 2 coming out in theatres this month, here’s a fun craft to make with the kiddos to celebrate! With flurries beginning outside, you can make a storm of your own — right at your kitchen table! Gather kids of all ages, and generate a fizzy storm in […]

Cinderella at Children’s Theatre Company is Another Wacky Hit (Review)

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Cinderella is back by popular demand this 2019-2020 season at Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis, and we saw it on opening weekend, which was November 3-5. It was our second time seeing Cinderella at Children’s Theatre Company, as we first saw it in 2016 when Reed Sigmund and Dean Holt played the stepsisters. That was […]

Netflix, Amazon, Hulu or Disney+: For best value, which is best?

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As streaming services become more popular, Disney+ has now launched today as another option alongside Amazon Prime, Hulu and Netflix. Disney+ is a new ad-free streaming service that includes classics and originals not just from Disney but Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic. Pricing is $6.99 a month for a basic subscription (you can […]

3 Simple Plumbing Tips To Help You Save Money

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When it comes to saving money around your home, your plumbing system might be the last thing that comes to mind. But you can end up saving a lot of money in the long run by serving your plumbing system regularly and reducing your risk of needing major repairs. Here are a few simple tips […]

Discounted Tickets for Monster Jam in Minneapolis on Saturday, December 14th

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It’s Monster Jam time! Monster Jam is coming to U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday, December 14th at 7:00pm and you can save 50% right now from Groupon! “Monster Jam® is the big leagues of motorsports competition, where 12,000-pound trucks and the world-class athletes who drive them tear up the dirt with gravity-defying feats. Engineered to perfection, […]

4 Unexpected Benefits Of Having Grandparents Babysit

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Many parents use their own parents for occasional babysitting or for full-time care while they work to help save money. Both parents work full-time jobs in 46% of two-parent households. But if your child’s grandparents live nearby, you might actually be missing out on some unexpected benefits both for your kids and their grandparents. From […]

3 Ways To Boost Your Gas Mileage And Drive Greener

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Unless you have a brand new vehicle, chances are your car’s gas mileage isn’t the greatest. Fuel prices can take a toll on your bank account and poor fuel efficiency can make your carbon footprint that much deeper. So how can you improve your car’s gas mileage to make your driving a little greener without […]

Ice Castles are coming to New Brighton this winter

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Ice Castles are coming back to Minnesota this winner – this time in New Brighton! The popular attraction will be at Long Lake Regional Park. Ice Castles have been in Eden Prairie, Stillwater and Excelsior, and now they are heading north in the Twin Cities. Our family has visited Ice Castles at all the locations […]

Veterans Day Freebies & Deals 2019

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Veterans Day is a day to honor those who have given so much to our country. This year Veterans Day falls on Monday, November 11th and many retailers and restaurants are offering freebies and discounts to Veterans and their families. Below is the list of Veterans Day Freebies for 2019. Keep in mind that for […]

Backyard Improvement Tips Before Fall Ends

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Winter is just around the corner, and while the weather might soon be frightful, there’s plenty of time to make your yard delightful. Taking care of your backyard before winter hits is important to getting your yard set up to thrive in the spring, especially if you’re planning on starting a garden. Use these tips […]