For many of us in the country (especially here in Minnesota!) it’s going to be a COLD Valentine’s Day weekend! In Minnesota we’re supposed to stay below 0 degrees all weekend!
Free Valentine’s Day I Spy Printable
I have a free printable for you for Valentine’s Day that will challenge and entertain! It’s a Valentine’s Day I Spy activity! There are 2 pages – one with a collage of Valentine’s images, and one listing each image with a box. Just count each type of image in the collage and write down how […]
Kites on Ice Festival in Buffalo, MN – February 14th
I’m always on the hunt for things to do that are both unique AND free — and the Kites on Ice Festival in Buffalo, Minnesota checks both boxes in the best way. The 2026 Kites on Ice Festival returns on Saturday, February 14th, 2026, from 11:00am – 3:00pm, lighting up Buffalo Lake and Sturges Park […]
Minneapolis Home & Remodeling Show Jan 30 – Feb 1 (Save 50%!)
If winter has you staring at your walls thinking “we really need to do something with this space” — you’re not alone. January is prime time for dreaming, planning, and figuring out how to tackle home projects without overspending. That’s why the Minneapolis Home + Remodeling Show is such a great event for Twin Cities […]
Hot Air Balloon Festival in Hudson February 6-8
The Hudson Hot Air Affair is an annual hot air balloon festival that takes place in Hudson, Wisconsin (just east of the Twin Cities), and it’s coming back February 6th – 8th, 2026! And most events are FREE!
Twin Cities Business Directory for Moms
Moms and families – check out my updated Twin Cities business directory for moms! Do you own a Twin Cities business? Do you sell a product for women (Young Living Oils, Avon, etc.)? Do you own a brick-and-mortar store for kids? Are you trying to reach more families? Add your business listing to my new […]
32 No Spend Family Winter Activities (Free Printable List!)
What to do when it’s winter and your kids are bored? It can be easy as a family to just hibernate and spend all day on digital devices, but there’s so much everyone can do that’s fun and is FREE. Here are 32 FREE “No Spend” Family Winter Activities and a FREE list you can […]
Indoor Beach Party at Minnesota Children’s Museum (& Discounts!)
The Minnesota Children’s Museum is having an Indoor Beach Party in the middle of winter, and families are invited! Yes – it’s summer in January at Minnesota Children’s Museum! Say goodbye to the winter blues (at least for one day) and soak up the sun at the Indoor Beach Party on Saturday, January 24th from […]
Free Printable Winter Activity Pages for Kids
Winter in Minnesota is beautiful — but it’s also long, cold, and often keeps kids indoors more than any of us would like. When the temperatures drop and outdoor play isn’t an option, having simple, engaging activities ready can make a big difference. That’s why I put together these FREE Printable Winter Activity Pages for […]
Free Lake Harriet Winter Kite Festival – Saturday, January 24th
Let’s go fly a kite! Or just watch a bunch of them flying in the air! The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting the 24th annual Lake Harriet Winter Kite Festival on Saturday, January 24th from 12:00 – 4:00pm. Kites of all shapes, sizes, colors and themes will fly over frozen Lake Harriet during […]