Weekend Family Fun | September 26-27, 2020

Published: Fri, 09/25/20

Hi there

Last weekend I had the fun opportunity to get away with my friends for a girls weekend.

We spent it in Alexandria, and I was extra blessed by seeing a completely different friend who moved to Willmar last year. Her family needed to come to Alex, so we met for lunch!

Our 2 hours together were fantastic, and I came back to the lake house we were staying at with a spring in my step and a huge grin on my face.

On a side note: The shortened form of Alexandria is pronounced Alec, trust me on this one. I know it doesn't make any sense, but locals call it Alec and you will be loudly called out if you say Alex.

The weekend was full of good food and comfy beds, beautiful weather and seeing old friends.

And it was even better to come back home to my family.

Is it really already the last weekend in September?

This month has been beautiful and I am looking forward to what we can do during this last weekend.

Anne has collected the highlights here!

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The Mall of America is cautiously bringing back Toddler Tuesday in the fall of 2020. For now, it is a video on the giant video wall with socially-distanced seating and mandatory masks. There are a handful of restaurants offering Kids Eat Free deals. Individual stores may have removed some of the family fun activities that we have found in the past.

Activity: Toddler Tuesdays at Mall of America
Time: Weekly, 10am – noon
Details: Free themed entertainment geared towards toddlers, but preschoolers will enjoy the character greets, crafts and stories. Find the latest line up here.

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Parents of tweens and teens, we know that Halloween can be a tricky holiday to navigate. Our kids are on the verge of - or even well past - the trick-or-treat years. They crave something thrilling, but may not be mature enough or have the taste for horror. They seek more independence while we grapple with keeping them safe. What does a traditional Halloween look like to a tween or teen bridging from pumpkin parties to more adult entertainment?

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Let me share some of my favorite places to take preschoolers -- and I'll mention where it's absolutely appropriate to bring older siblings as well. Please note that all of the following preschool outings take place on weekdays. For more inspiration on where to take the entire family on the weekend, visit our Family Fun Calendar.

Please note that most of these toddler activities are still on hold during the fall of 2020. Please call ahead for details.

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Sincerely,

Family Fun Twin Cities

anne@familyfuntwincities.com

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