Being Savvy: Your guide to activities and fun things to do with your preschoolers and kids in Minneapolis, MN

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New Toy Store - The Green Goober

October 27, 2008

This last Thursday in a cute the little storefront across from a really amazing frozen custard place, a new toy store opened. ( Grand opening November 14-16 th )The Green Goober is a green focused toy store. Everything in the store is eco friendly. Either recycled, made from sustainable resources, or safe to play with. They also have to be fun. The owner, Amee , has been a nanny, Montessori  Read more...

Dinner Table Destinations

July 22, 2008

Having grown up vegetarian when few people in the Midwest were, I grew up on a steady diet of ethnic treats. From bean burritos to curries, I regularly sampled anything tasty (and vegetarian friendly) on our regular trips to the Twin Cities. While I'm firmly in the omnivore camp these days, that has translated into a great love of all things not exactly apple pie and hot dogs. Though I do  Read more...

City Guide - Twin Cities - Day 3

July 10, 2008

Ok, pooped yet? Three days really isn't enough time, especially if you're traveling with children, so you have to save something for your next visit, right? Here are a few of my all time favorites places/things to do, outside of the specifically planned route. Crafty Planet - The best craft store on the whole planet. OK, that might be an exageration, but maybe only a little. While  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in minneapolis

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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