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Build a Free Lego Crayon Set at the LEGO Store at Mall of America and Ridgedale Mall

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You can build your own free Lego Crayon Set at the Mall of America LEGO Store and the brand new Ridgedale Mall Store on Sunday, August 24th! Back to school is right around the corner! My kids love going to Mall of America to do some shopping and have a little fun before school starts. What I don't like is how Continue Reading

AppleHouse at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum

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It's the start of fall, y'all! The AppleHouse at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum officially opens for the season on Thursday, August 21st! I cannot wait until fall- I love everything pumpkin spice, visiting the apple orchard, trick or treating and so much more! One sure sign that fall is around the corner is the Continue Reading

Albert Lea Minnesota Community Kite Festival

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The Albert Lea Minnesota Community Kite Festival is flying in on Saturday, August 23rd! Head to Albert Lea for their annual Albert Lea Minnesota Community Kite Festival on Saturday, August 23rd from 11am - 4pm at Edgewater Park. This year's theme is "Let Inclusion Fly." You cannot miss this festival-- it's Continue Reading

Woodbury Days at Ojibway Park

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Enjoy the last bit of summer at Woodbury Days- a free festival for the whole family! Woodbury Days takes place August 22nd- 24th at Ojibway Park in Woodbury. The schedule is packed to the brim with fun for the whole family, including a parade, car show, carnival, live music, bingo, kids activities, the Taste of Continue Reading

Top Minnesota State Fair Activities with Kids

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Hoping to bring your kids to the Minnesota State Fair this year? Check out our list for the top activities with kids while at the fair! Are you excited for the Minnesota State Fair this year? I know I am! Sometimes I feel a bit overwhelmed bringing our kids. There's tons to do, kids get tired- how do you decide Continue Reading

Blue Ribbon Bargain Book for the Minnesota State Fair

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You can save BIG with coupons from the 2025 Blue Ribbon Bargain Book at the Minnesota State Fair! Are you getting excited about the Minnesota State Fair? Honestly I countdown every year and get more and more excited as the opening day gets closer! We love going to the State Fair but it sure does get expensive. One Continue Reading

Downtown Mpls Street Art Festival

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Head to Downtown Minneapolis Saturday, August 9th and Sunday, August 10th for a fun art festival- with lots of chalk art! Chalk art is the latest it thing! It's super fun to check out larger than life creations, take mind-blowing selfies and make your own creations. You'll have another chance to experience chalk Continue Reading

Teachers Receive FREE Admission to SeaLife at MOA During August

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Teachers, spend your last days of summer exploring SeaLife at MOA – you can get in free every day during August! SEA LIFE at Mall of America is having an awesome promotion to celebrate teachers. Every day in August, teachers can get in for FREE! Plus any additional guests receive 30% off their admission too (up to Continue Reading

Irish Fair of Minnesota + Ticket Giveaway

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The Irish Fair of Minnesota returns for 2025 in St. Paul! Visit for Irish music, dance, storytelling, sports, cultural exhibits, children’s activities and more! Keep reading for your chance to win tickets! "Irish or no, you'll have fun if you go!" The Irish Fair of Minnesota is back at Harriet Island in St. Continue Reading