Of all the free places for families in the Twin Cities, Tamarack Nature Center stands out as a fun, quirky, educational, creative and inspiring destination, all in one. Tamarack Nature Center is located in White Bear Township, in the northeast metro area. My kids have played here since they were little, as there’s a lot […]
Free School Supply Events in the Twin Cities 2023
Times are tough, families. With inflation rising and incomes not keeping up – and many of us working multiple jobs to make ends meet – the last thing we want to do is go even more broke buying costly school supplies. GOOD NEWS – School supplies are necessary, but they don’t have to cost a […]
Irish Fair of Minnesota August 11 – 13 (Kids 12 and Under are FREE!)
The Irish Fair of Minnesota is back August 11th – 13th, 2023 in St. Paul, and there’s fun for the whole family. Plus kids are free! I went last year and had a blast. This is the 43rd annual Irish Fair of Minnesota and it’s been super popular every year. Tickets are FREE for kids […]
Twin Cities August 2023 Calendar for Families
August is looking like an amazing month in Minnesota! I’ve updated my events calendar with many happenings including free events, more “Heavy Metal Dine-In events, and of course, the Minnesota State Fair! And don’t miss the Just Between Friends Apple Valley FALL KIDS SALE which is August 3 – 5! There is so much from […]
What to Buy (& Skip) in August to Save Money 2023
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! August In August of course you’ll find […]
Star Tribune Feature: My Tips for Back to School Savings!
Check out this new article from the Star Tribune: “The hunt is on for back-to-school supplies as Minnesota parents search for savings.” I was interviewed with other experts, and I shared some back to school money-saving tips! Here’s a free Back to School printable too:
Hot Costco Deal: $60 Membership with $45 Costco Shop Card & $40 Online Coupon
There’s a HOT Costco Membership Deal Available Now! And this is BETTER than the last time they had a sale! If you’ve been waiting for a good time to get a Costco membership, now’s a great time. This great deal is available right now on Groupon. For $60, you get: A membership card for the […]
15 Unique & Fun Things to See from Minneapolis/St. Paul to Bismarck
Dinosaurs. Bison. Airplanes. And a big OTTER! Those are just a few of the quirky, unique, and interesting things you can find close to I-94 between Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota and Bismarck, North Dakota. I visited Bismarck in May 2022 with a group of travel bloggers, and we had the time of our life. It was […]
How to Plan a Summer Family Vacation on a Tight Budget
Are you fantasizing about your perfect family trip? You can get the thought from your mind and make it real, even if your budget is tight. And no, you’re not limited to the usual cheap motel staycation. You can cut unnecessary costs with creativity, meticulous planning, and organization without losing out on the fun. Here […]
Just Between Friends Apple Valley Fall Kids Sale August 3 – 5 (Back to School Deals!)
Families! The Just Between Friends Eagan/Apple Valley Fall Consignment Sale is August 3-5, 2023! As a frugal mom, I have shopped Just Between Friends kids consignment sales for years to save money on everything from baby items to toys to clothing. Just Between Friends Kids Sales are definitely one of the BEST ways to save […]
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