Lakes for Days: Lakeside Dining Destinations
My all time favorite memory from childhood is spending long summer days at the community pool in the small town where I grew up. I would set off on my...
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Lakes for Days: Cedar and Brownie Lakes
If you’re looking for a lake that’s more peaceful, a little quieter and more rugged – you should get yourself and your littles over to Cedar and Brownie Lakes. Both...
Lakes for Days: The Main Beach at Lake Nokomis
The Main Beach at Lake Nokomis needs to be on your Summer Bucket List. The whole lake has a lot to offer but the top spot is the Main Beach!...
6 Benefits of Early Childhood Education
Early childhood – from birth to age 5 – is a critical period in a child’s brain development. In fact, about 90% of a child’s brain growth occurs before they...
Family Getaway to Chicago, IL | What to See & Do
The Windy City is about 6 hours from the Twin Cities (give or take and depending on what part of the Twin Cites you are leaving from). Chicago is the...
Family Getaway to Madison, WI | 30+ Family-Friendly Things to Do
Madison is a relatively easy drive from the Twin Cities (right around 4 hours – give or take – and depending on what part of the Twin Cities area you...
Family Getaway to St. Louis, MO | What to See & Do
St. Louis, MO is a great travel destination for families. It’s a bit of a road trip from the Twin Cities area – but it’s doable in a day, or...
Go, See, Explore: Schaper Park | A Ninja-Style Challenge Course!
Schaper Park was opened in 2017 as an all-abilities playground and also features a ninja-style challenge course....
The Benefits of Big Body Play
This post is sponsored by Kinderberry Hill If you’ve spent any time around young children, you’ve probably noticed that they’re almost always moving: running, jumping, climbing, rolling, wrestling, and grabbing....
Sundara Inn & Spa | A Top Wellness Destination in North America
I was recently introduced to Sundara Inn & Spa and it has quickly become one of my favorite places on earth! Located about three hours from the Twin Cities –...
Weekend Getaway: The Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells
If you are looking for a getaway that’s not too far away (around 3 hours from the Twin Cities metro)… but that feels like it’s world’s away – we recommend...
Twin Cities Spring Break Ideas – 2025
It’s March and the kids are off for spring break! What better time to get out and explore all the Twin Cities offer?...
