Home TwinCitiesFrugalMom.com

Twin Cities Frugal Mom

Living well and centsibly in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area

You are here: Home / Archives for Newsfeed

Free Summer Meals for Kids in Minnesota 2023

By

  Kids in Minnesota can get FREE meals all summer long, regardless of what school district they’re in or what their family’s income is. They’ll also get free lunches at school starting with the 2023-2024 year thanks to new legislation.  Here are some ways to find free summer meal programs in the Twin Cities! Free […]

The Pine County History Museum in Askov is Quirky and Surprising

By

There’s a quirky and surprising museum in Minnesota that’s tucked away off Interstate 35, and I’ve driven by here for years between Duluth and the Twin Cities without knowing about it. It’s the Pine County Historical Museum in Askov, and it’s quirky and surprising because it’s a local history museum inside a big school! The […]

Free Advance Screening of Disney’s ELEMENTAL

By

Disney’s ELEMENTAL is in theatres June 16th, but you can see it EARLIER, for FREE! I have a special link with a limited number of free ticket 4-packs to see ELEMENTAL on Wednesday, June 14th at 7:00pm at AMC Southdale 16. They’re first-come, first-served! Plus, you do have to arrive early for the best chance […]

Twin Cities June 2023 Calendar for Families

By

June is here and it’s time for graduations, Father’s Day, summer festivals and many outdoor events! The full calendar is here! First be sure to plan your shopping for the month (and year) with my guide, What to Buy (& Skip) in June to Save Money! Your kids can make this FREE Father’s Day Super Dad […]

Free Chalkfest Event in Maple Grove June 10 & 11

By

Chalkfest is back at Arbor Lakes! Chalkfest is a FREE 2-day street festivals with unique artwork, entertainment, food and more. It features sidewalk chalk art by professionals, amateurs and art enthusiasts from all over the world. It will be in Maple Grove June 10 – 11, 2023. We went last year and wow, it was […]

What to Buy (& Skip) in June to Save Money 2023

By

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 in June June is […]

Free Advance Screening of THE FLASH

By

Did you see the preview of the movie “The Flash” ??? It looks amazing! Now it’s your chance to see worlds collide in “The Flash.” Click the link here to receive up to four advance screening passes to the “The Flash” on Wednesday, June 7th at 7:00pm at Mann Plymouth Grand! There is a LIMITED number of free 4-packs available so […]

National Donut Day Freebies 2023 (June 2nd)

By

The day of the donut is back! National Donut Day is always the first Friday in June. In 2023 it’s this Friday, June 2nd, and there are a few places to get a free or cheap donut! Here’s a roundup of some freebies and deals around the Twin Cities: Duck Donuts – On Friday, June […]

Just Between Friends Eagan Apple Valley Fall Kids’ Consignment Sale – August 3-5

By

Families! The Just Between Friends Eagan/Apple Valley Fall Consignment Sale is coming August 3-5, 2023! Mark your calendar for some fabulous shopping with great deals. And consignor registration is now open! Why consign? Be a seller! You’ll earn 60% on sold items with a LOW per-sale administrative fee. I’ve done it and it’s so fun […]

3 Ways to Get FREE Hotel Stays

By

Love to travel? How about hotels? And how about FREE hotel nights? Here’s how I get free hotel stays! First, here’s what I recommend: Use a credit card for points to use toward hotel stays! I suggest signing up for my favorite credit card: the Wyndham Rewards Earner Card, and you can get up to […]