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11 Must-Do Family Adventures in Shipshewana, Indiana

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11 Must-Do Family Adventures in Shipshewana, Indiana: A Guide to Unforgettable Experiences! Our family had a fabulous trip to Shipshewana, Indiana! We did SO much here and learned a lot about the Amish community here. They were so welcoming and owned many of the attractions and businesses we visited. We shopped, we dined, we explored, […]

Free Admission at Minnesota Historical Society Sites – September 21st

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For many years, Smithsonian Free Museum Day has been on September 17th. It’s a national day where participating museums, zoos, and cultural centers provide free admission to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. It’s usually honored on the third Saturday of September. It’s not happening in 2024, but many museums are still offering free admission […]

Target Car Seat Trade-In Event September 15 – 28

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Target’s Car Seat Trade-In Event returns September 15-28, 2024, where you can recycle used car seats for free! Plus you get a coupon! All car seats collected through this popular program will be recycled so that each component will see a second life. And what’s super neat is that when you recycle your car seat, […]

Hidden Gems for Families in the Twin Cities

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We love the Mall of America, the popular zoos and museums (Minnesota Children’s Museum, Science Museum of Minnesota, etc.), and many other hotspots in the Twin Cities. We visit them often and because there’s always something new at these places, we always enjoy returning. But sometimes we want to explore something new or a little […]

What to Buy (& Skip) in September to Save Money 2024

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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!

How to Create a Family Budget During Difficult Financial Times

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Navigating through difficult financial times requires careful planning and a strategic approach to managing your family budget. Whether you’re facing economic uncertainty, dealing with rising living costs, or trying to recover from unexpected financial setbacks, a well-structured budget can provide stability and clarity. This guide will walk you through practical steps to create a family […]

Discounted Minnesota Renaissance Festival Tickets 2024

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Discounted Minnesota Renaissance Festival Tickets 2024! The Minnesota Renaissance Festival in Shakopee takes place weekends August 17th through September 29th, and you can get discounted tickets now including from Groupon!  Regular prices are: Adults $27.95 Senior $25.95 Child $18.95 (ages 5-12) Note that children 4 and under are FREE. GET DISCOUNTED TICKETS! Groupon has a deal for […]

Free “Let’s Chalk” Festival in Monticello August 24-25

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Over the years I’ve posted about several chalk art festivals in Minnesota including Maple Grove, New Brighton and Sauk Centre. They are SUPER fun and impressive, with plenty of photo opportunities! Now this weekend, August 24-25, there is a newer chalk art festival in Monticello, and it’s called “Let’s Chalk!” It’s a 2-day festival with […]