How Martha Saved Her Parents from Green Beans by David LaRochelle – Review
We got the family out to The Red Balloon Bookshop this weekend to see David LaRochelle and Mark Fearing with their new book, How Martha Saved Her Parents from Green Beans. This is a feat for us these...
View ArticleAmerican Girl Bistro Dining at the Mall of America
American Girl Bistro 5160 Center Court Bloomington, MN 55425 877-247-5223 Store Hours Monday–Friday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Bistro Dining Room Hours...
View ArticleChildren’s Library Corner: David LaRochelle
It’s been a while since we have heard from Ann, our local children’s librarian. She hasn’t forgotten about us, and she’s back with another awesome recommendation! Everyone say, “Hi, Ann! How’s your...
View ArticleChildren’s Library Corner: Lionel and the Spy Next Door
Ruhama is back with another great book suggestion! This book is out of print so look for it in the library or online: Lionel and the Spy Next Door. Seeing good books languish on the library shelves...
View ArticleCelebrating 2 Years of Exploring the Twin Cities with Kids on Family Fun Twin...
Anne, Joy, and I started our adventures in the Twin Cities with kids 10 years ago when our firsts were born. Slowly and surely–or extremely quickly in my family’s case–our quivers have been loaded up...
View ArticleFamily Fun: Minnesota Transportation Museum’s Jackson Street Roundhouse
If you like history or are interested in transportation – especially trains – or want to experience something very unique and kid-friendly, the Jackson Street Roundhouse is the place for you....
View ArticleTips for Staying Cool at the Minnesota State Fair
There are still five whole days left of the Great Minnesota Get Together and even in this oppressive heat, you can still enjoy it. I promise! I was there on a day when it was 90 degrees at 9:00 in...
View ArticleFamily Fun: Home Depot’s Kids Workshops
Home Depot Kids Workshop First Saturday of the month 9:00 am-12:00 pm Registration is encouraged. Find the next workshop here. On the bright first Saturday morning in March, Chris–the husband and...
View ArticleFree Comic Book Day – May 4, 2019
The first Saturday of May is Free Comic Book Day all over the country. That is May 4th in 2019, coincidentally coinciding with Star Wars Day – another big day for comic books stores!. Families can find...
View ArticleFamily Fun: Silverwood Field Trip – A Family Craft Event
If you can, try to get Silverwood Field Trip on your schedule. This annual FREE event will be held at Silverwood Park on Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 11am-5pm. It will not disappoint since there...
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