The Best Sugar Cookies
by Marielle
Normally, I’m a chocolate lover. I used to think baking without it was pretty much pointless. Until, I discovered these sugar cookies. These cookies have changed my view of sweets....
Teaching Kindness at Home
{We are thrilled to have partnered with Kinderberry Hill for this post – their Education Coordinator, a mom herself, has some timely tips for encouraging kindness over the holiday season.} As this special...
Black Friday: Love It or Hate It?
Black Friday used to be a somewhat popular shopping day where people would get up early to shop with family. Early, as in 5am. Now, Black Friday has become something...
7 Ready-To-Go Thanksgiving Activities For Kids
by Kim
I’m hosting my first Thanksgiving this year. GULP! My parents usually host, but they’re in the midst of a remodel–new kitchen, dining room, and living room. Essentially every necessary Thanksgiving area is...
Bachman’s Annual Holiday Play: “Santa’s Magical Music”
{Disclosure: Twin Cities Familys Blog has partnered with Bachman’s to get you all the details on their annual holiday experience with Santa. We are thrilled to help spread the word...
#shopTC2015: A Locally Sourced Holiday Gift Guide
{Disclosure: #shopTC2015 is a sponsored post. That said, we sourced each and every gift included in this Twin Cities holiday shopping guide ourselves and only included our very favorite local ideas...
Holiday Shopping Made Easy with Creative Kidstuff
by Kristin P.
Disclosure: We’ve partnered with Creative Kidstuff to tell you about the amazing personal shopping experience they offer. This is a fantastic way to check off your list for your kids all...
Brighten Up Your Steps With Bachman’s Spruce Tops
Disclosure: We’ve partnered with Bachman’s to highlight all they have to offer you to brighten your home and front steps for the holiday season. We’re more than excited to show...
Carpe Halloween: 31 Ways to Make the Most of October 31st in the Twin Cities
Full Disclosure: I love Halloween. It’s my Super Bowl, Fashion Week, Oscar Night, and Mardi Gras all rolled into one. It’s fun, it’s weird, it’s creepy… what more could a...
Trends for Kids, Etsy and More: Local Chapter
by Leah Pihlaja
As practical and necessary as baby registries are, I’m not a fan when it comes to the giving. I always find myself doing a swift look through and getting bored… Diaper...
Take a Break, Mom!
by Emily
I thought with Mother’s Day here this weekend, it’d be fitting to share a few tried and true recipes that ensure you get something tasty and delightful, all the while...
Black Cherry and Pomegranate Sangria
I grab my phone to check the weather and get distracted by all the other apps trying to vie for my attention. I say to myself out loud, “What was...
Spring Nature Hunt
by Nichole
When Spring comes in Minnesota, most of us feel the urge to get outside, to let the kids play in the warm sunshine and cool breeze, to allow them exploration...
Twin Cities: 2015 Easter Activities!
Macy’s Bunny Brunch Multiple times, dates and locations: The Easter Bunny, a face painter, balloon artist and a fabulous brunch. This annual event is a favorite of so many...
