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!
Hy-Vee: $4 Meals & Kids Eat FREE on Mondays
If Mondays feel like survival mode in your house, I found a super easy dinner win for you! At Hy-Vee, there’s a $4 hot meal deal every Monday from 4:00 – 7:00pm, and it’s honestly one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table without cooking — or blowing the budget. Even better? […]
No More “Fare for All” Program in the Twin Cities
Fare for All just announced today in an email that they are discontinuing services in the Twin Cities metro area. Services will go through February. Then they will only offer services in rural areas. They also shared this on Facebook here. I’m super sad to hear this as Fare for All has been a great […]
What to Buy (& Skip) in February to Save Money 2026
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! What to Buy (& Skip) in February […]
Save More, Spend Less: HVAC Maintenance Tips That Can Lower Energy Bills by 30%
In today’s world, where energy efficiency and cost savings are priorities for many households and businesses, managing your HVAC system effectively can lead to significant benefits. This article explores how you can leverage proper HVAC maintenance and environmental considerations to make a positive impact on your energy bills. With rising utility costs and unpredictable seasonal […]
FREE InflataWorld is Back at Maplewood Mall!
Looking for a free, kid-friendly activity this winter in the Twin Cities? FREE inflatables are BACK at Maplewood Mall! That’s right – Maplewood Mall has set up what they’re calling “Inflataworld” on the main level, and it’s completely free for kids to enjoy. They had it last summer and it’s back! It’s a fun opportunity […]
Tater Tot Hot Dish Recipe
I got this Tater Tot Hot Dish recipe from my church’s food coordinator. There are many variations but this one always is a hit at potlucks and other events, and it’s super easy! 1. Brown together in a skillet: 1 pound of ground beef or turkey 1/2 chopped onion 2. Then mix together in a 9 […]
Discounted Tickets for Wild Mountain Snow Tubing in Taylors Falls (2026)
It’s that time of year! Time for fun in the snow, that is. And Wild Mountain in Taylors Falls has snow tubing on sale right now from Groupon! Get one of the following: 1 snow tubing ticket for $24 (regularly $28). That’s 15% off. 2 snow tubing tickets for $44 (regularly $56). That’s 22% off. […]
EXCLUSIVE Discount: $20 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 […]
UPDATED: Twin Cities Discount Guide for Families!
Several years ago I created my Twin Cities Discount Guide for Families, listing all the discounts I could find for many attractions and museums in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Since then I’ve added and updated the list, and have just updated it all again with even more attractions and discounts! Plus I list all the […]
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