Do you have a Independence Day Go-To Plan? Or do you like to switch things up each year? Since I didn’t grow up here, I like to check out different festivals each year. We’ve collected several ideas for celebrating Independence Day as a family. If you know of an event — free or paid — […]

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It doesn’t have to break the bank to entertain the family away from home in the Twin Cities! You’ll find July’s seasonal and ongoing events and activities listed here that all cost $5-$6 or less per person to attend. For more ideas on budget and FREE family outings, check our Family Fun Calendar or hop […]

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Before your kids can even THINK about uttering the B-word (it’s “BORED” at my house), arm yourself with our huge list of free activities going on across the Twin Cities during the month of July:  TWIN CITIES JULY FAMILY FESTIVALS – FREE ADMISSION 6/14/18-7/4/18: Manitou Days | White Bear Lake 6/27/18-7/4/18: Apple Valley Freedom Days […]

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I don’t know about you, but I am really feeling the heat. It’s that time of year when even the most hearty Minnesotans melt.  We try to remember what it’s like when it’s negative degrees in January, but it’s no use. While there are some you thrive in the heat, I know there are many […]

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This article contains an Amazon affiliate link to the book that inspired our fossil hunting adventure. Family Fun Twin Cities receives commissions on purchases through this link. Like any good adventure, ours fossil hunting adventure started with a book. On the mid Thursday of August, we were reading Dinosaurs Before Dark – the first book […]

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It’s July:  the second month of summer!  Yeehaw!  Let’s get out there and enjoy time together as a family. *this article made possibly by participating businesses 1.  Participate in a local treasure hunt Red Balloon Bookshop hosts our favorite summer scavenger hunt. Find Waldo Local 2018  7/1-8/2/18 |  The famous children’s book character in the striped shirt […]

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