A couple years ago I shared with you my review of a new book series written by a local author called “Shelly Bean the Sports Queen.” Shelly Boyum-Breen is a native of Brainerd, Minnesota who grew up with aspirations of playing professional sports. She spent countless hours playing basketball, hockey and golf, then pursued a […]
Girl Time Family Event at The Works Museum on Saturday, September 23rd (Discount Tickets & Giveaway!)
Twin Cities families! There’s a special event for girls on Saturday, September 23rd at The Works Museum in Bloomington, and you can get discount tickets in advance! Plus, I have a ticket 4-pack to give away, so be sure to enter below! Last year we attended and both my kids (son and daughter) had so […]
Adults are Taking Over the Minnesota Children’s Museum September 28th! You are Invited (& Enter My Giveaway!)
Ok, this is your chance, moms and dads (and even grandmas and grandpas!). Call the babysitter and TAKE OVER YOUR KIDS’ FAVORITE HANGOUT FOR A NIGHT! The Minnesota Children’s Museum is ALL OURS for a special Adults@Play event on Thursday, September 28th from 6:00 – 10:00pm!!! You know the cool, spiral Scramble slide, carpet skate […]
Day Out with Thomas™: The Friendship Tour 2017 in Duluth (Coloring Sheets & Ticket Giveaway!)
All aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine is coming back to Duluth – and this time he’s bringing his best friend Percy for a day of family fun! Day Out with Thomas: The Friendship Tour 2017 is in Duluth the following dates: August 4th, 5th, 6th & August 11th, 12th, 13th We’ve gone each of the […]
A New Opportunity for Kids to Enjoy STEM Learning in Minneapolis/St. Paul (& a LEGO Giveaway!)
As a parent you probably have noticed there has been a tremendous amount of growth in the area of STEM learning! STEM is a curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines — science, technology, engineering and mathematics. STEM is not only a popular curriculum in schools, but it’s finding its way […]
Free Father’s Day Minnesota United FC Tickets for Dads for 6/21 (& FLASH Ticket Giveaway!)
Families! Looking for a great Father’s Day gift idea and a deal to go with it? Get discounted tickets to the Minnesota United FC game on Wednesday, June 21st at 7:00pm and also get dad’s ticket FREE! On Wednesday, June 21st it’s Minnesota United FC vs. Portland Timbers at the TCF Bank Stadium! To get the […]
*FLASH TICKET GIVEAWAY* The Book of Henry Advance Screening and Q&A with the Director Colin Trevorrow – June 7th
Flash Giveaway! Enter to win 2 passes to see The Book of Henry this Wednesday, June 7th at 7:00pm at Showplace ICON in St. Louis Park, followed by a Q&A with the Director, Colin Trevorrow! I’ll be there and am so excited! The Book of Henry Synopsis: Single mother Susan Carpenter works as a waitress […]
5 Ways I Saved Money on College and How to Save More with the Minnesota College Savings Plan
Like many, I started college right after high school. And like many, I had no money saved for it. My parents worked hard and did the best they could, but weren’t able to save money for my college education. Yet I knew I wanted to get a degree – and would somehow find the money for it. […]
Wizard World Comic Con in Minneapolis May 5 – 7 (Flash Giveaway – Ends May 2!)
Wizard World Comic Con is coming to Minneapolis this weekend, May 5th – May 7th at the Minneapolis Convention Center. They have plenty of activities that the whole family can enjoy – including Princess Etiquette Classes, Jedi Training, and more! Best of all, kids 10 years & younger get in for FREE! Show Hours Friday, […]
Robot Day at The Works Museum is April 8th – Save $2 on Admission and Enter to Win Tickets!
Our family loves The Works Museum in Bloomington, and I’m excited to share that Robot Day is coming up on Saturday, April 8th! The Works Museum is hosting their annual Robot Day family event on Saturday, April 8th from 9-4. This event is a hands-on celebration of National Robotics Week for all ages. See demos from robotics […]
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