SpongeBob and Patrick are coming to the Twin Cities! Have your kids been counting down to the next SpongeBob adventure? Well, here’s your chance to see it before anyone else! I have free passes to attend a special early screening of THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SEARCH FOR SQUAREPANTS — happening at the Mall of America! Not […]
What to Buy (& Skip) in November to Save Money 2025
Did you know that there are different things on sale each month of the year? A while back I put together a Month to Month Shopping Guide that lists the best items to buy each month to save money! Here I am highlighting the best items to buy this month! November Black Friday and other holiday […]
Best Home Caregiver Agencies in Minnesota
Best Home Caregiver Agencies in Minnesota Finding dependable, compassionate and professional in-home care can be challenging. Whether looking for short-term support after surgery or long-term companionship for an aging loved one, Minnesota offers some of the best home caregiver agencies. (This post has been sponsored by Village Caregiving. The views and opinions expressed do not […]
Best Deal of the Year: $30 Off Minnesota Children’s Museum Memberships
Looking for a great gift idea for a special family in your life? Or how about your own family? Give anyone including your own kids the gift of play with a membership to Minnesota Children’s Museum and SAVE with my discount code! They’ll get free admission to the museum all year, exclusive access to member […]
Twin Cities Halloween Freebies & Deals 2025
Looking for Halloween freebies and deals in the Twin Cities? Check out this round-up for freebies & deals at restaurants, stores and online, and check back for updates! Halloween Restaurant Freebies & Deals Applebee’s – FREE Boneless Wings with any online purchase of $40 or more for To Go (or delivery) when ordered online at […]
Twin Cities Halloween Family Events 2025
Here I’ve rounded up fun events you can enjoy with your family in the Twin Cities on Halloween through the weekend! Many are free, some are at cost (but so worth it!). All items are free (to my knowledge) unless specified. Be sure to check in advance to verify and for any updates. This guide […]
Free Meals and Grocery Delivery for SNAP Recipients: DoorDash + Gopuff
When times get tight, every dollar and every meal counts — and right now, millions of families across the country are facing an unprecedented food crisis. Two organizations have announced initiatives to help SNAP recipients this November 2025. DoorDash DoorDash just announced an Emergency Food Response as federal funding for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) […]
Twin Cities Make-Ends-Meet Guide for All Families
“We Make Too Much to Qualify for Help… But We’re Still Struggling.” You’re not alone. Many Twin Cities families make “too much” to qualify for government assistance — yet rising prices, reduced benefits, and paused programs (like food stamps/SNAP during the shutdown) make it nearly impossible to make ends meet. I actually started this guide […]
Urbie’s Scare in the Air at Urban Air Adventure Park & Ticket Giveaway!
Looking for a spooktacular way to celebrate Halloween indoors (and out of the unpredictable Minnesota weather)? Then get ready for Urbie’s Scare in the Air — a family-friendly night full of thrills, chills, and plenty of treats at Urban Air Adventure Park! And it’s happening at all 3 of their locations in the Twin Cities. […]
“Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” Advance Screening Giveaway
The Horsemen are back! 🃏✨ Get ready for more mind-bending magic and high-stakes illusions in the brand-new film Now You See Me: Now You Don’t, hitting theaters November 14th — but you don’t have to wait until then to see it! I’ve partnered with the studio to give two lucky Twin Cities Frugal Mom readers […]
Beware of the Barkside: HOWLeen Pet Costume Parade in Waconia (Giveaway!)
Looking for a fun — and fur-ociously adorable — fall event for your family and pets? Head to downtown Waconia on Thursday, October 23rd for the annual HOWLeen Pet Costume Parade and Contest, hosted by Paws Inn Pet Essentials! This family-friendly event invites pets (and their people!) to dress up and strut their stuff in a […]
Family Halloween Magic at the Minnesota Children’s Museum – Oct. 24 & 25!
Looking for a frightfully fun way to celebrate Halloween with your little ones? The Minnesota Children’s Museum is hosting its annual Halloween Party — and it’s the perfect mix of costumes, creativity, and kid-friendly fun! When:Friday, Oct. 24th & Saturday, Oct. 25th6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Remembering BareBones: A Piece of Mall of America History
If you’ve ever read my post about 15 Free Things to Do with Kids at the Mall of America, you might remember a little section where I mentioned an old favorite from the mall’s early days — a quirky, unforgettable store called BareBones. When the Mall of America first opened in 1992, BareBones stood out […]
Just Between Friends White Bear Lake Kids Resale October 17 – 19
It’s time for the Just Between Friends White Bear Lake Kids Consignment Sale! It’s Friday, October 17th through Sunday, October 19th at the White Bear Lake Mariner Middle School! First, be sure to get your FREE admission ticket for opening day!
5 Family-Friendly Things to Do in Sheboygan, Wisconsin
5 Family-Friendly Things to Do in Sheboygan, Wisconsin: A budget-friendly Midwest getaway from the Twin Cities! This past August, I joined a small group of Midwest bloggers for a workshop in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. The city hosted us with free lodging, meals, and activities — and I’m so glad they did. I hadn’t spent time in […]