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Greening the Holidays

December 10, 2008

When I was a kid the idea of giving green gifts was nerdy, weird, and not even really all that possible. My parents tried their best. These days there are tons of options. From wooden toys to sustainably made and recycled products. Here are a few of my favorite toys, and the best local green toy stores. Green Toys - Ever wanted to know where the milk jugs go that you so  Read more...

Finding the Gift

December 04, 2008

While some people may see the current economy as a limit to their holiday shopping, I see it as a challenge to find the perfect gift. It would be wonderful if there was such a thing as the perfect gift, but then again there are kids who are more excited about the box the toy came in. So instead of just another list of toys, I'm giving you the list of my favorite types of gifts to fit every  Read more...

Books, Toys & More - The Toys

December 02, 2008

If you're still trying to figure out what to get your (or another) preschooler for the holidays, or you're stuck for a fun yet education gift some other time of year, check out the Savvy Source Books, Toys & More section. I've picked a few favorites, and so have the other City Editors. Corolle Mon Premier Calin Naima Doll The baby dolls at my daughter's school are one of her  Read more...

Dolls, Doll Houses and Another Halloween Event

October 23, 2008

One more Halloween event to add to the list. Great Pumpkin Festival at Landmark Center in St. Paul. This Sunday the 26th from 1PM - 3 PM. A dollhouse was one of those extravagant toys that I never had as a kid, but that didn't mean I didn't want one, dream of one, plot how to get one. Instead I made them. I used cardboard boxes, and created furniture out of matchboxes, duct tape and  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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