Participating in Ski Swaps are one way to save big money on ski equipment. When you have kids that like to ski, buying used equipment is the best way to keep costs affordable. Kids outgrow everything. If you are like me, it's hard for me to invest in brand new equipment when I know it will be outgrown the following year. If you're new as skiing or just don't want to pay the expensive rental … [Read More...]
Your Guide to Apple Orchards in the Twin Cities
Apple season is always a fun time of the year to gather friends and family and head out to visit one of the many local apple orchards located in the Twin Cities area or a short drive from the Twin Cities. Whether your goal is to picnic, pick-your-own apples or just enjoy the festive activities offered, the Twin Cities has a number of great options to pick from. Afton Apple Orchard, Hastings, … [Read More...]
Learn the secrets of saving more money with coupons in less time
Want to discover the secrets of super savers? Living On The Cheap's Teresa Mears and Laura Daily have just published “The Ultimate Guide to Coupons”. We share the smart way to use coupons, investing just minutes to save dollars. To make it super simple, the guide can be downloaded as an e-book to your smartphone, tablet or desktop OR you can buy it in paperback through Amazon. Would you like … [Read More...]
September 23: Free museum admission across U.S.
Whether you're at home or traveling, get FREE admission to more than 1,300 venues in all 50 states during the 13th annual Smithsonian Museum Day Live! on Sept. 23. To get started, visit the Museum Day site and fill out a form with some basic information. Then, the ticket will be e-mailed to you for printing. Each ticket is good for FREE admission for two people at a participating museum. The … [Read More...]
September Restaurant Deals in the Twin Cities
How much (and in what combinations) could you eat pasta for 8 weeks? Just think of the “pasta-bilities”! To launch its annual Never Ending Pasta Bowl promo, Olive Garden is giving 22,000 pasta-loving customers the opportunity to get their fill of pasta, breadsticks, soup and salad. For $100, pasta lovers can get a Never Ending Pasta Pass to use anytime from Sept. 25 to Nov. 19. (Passholder only … [Read More...]
Map out Your Garage Sales this Week
Map out your Garage Sales this week with Twin Cities on the Cheap. Twin Cities on the Cheap has partnered with gsalr.com to help readers find garage sales in and around the Twin Cities during spring, summer and fall. Gsalr.com lists garage sales directly on the map for quick and easy referencing. How it works - find the sales directly on the map, add the ones you like to your favorites, … [Read More...]
Your Guide to FREE or Cheap Yoga in the Twin Cities
The Twin Cities blossoms into a Yoga paradise during the summer months with outdoor yoga classes offered in a variety of locations either FREE of charge or for a minimal amount. If you haven't tried yoga, now is your chance. Below is your Guide to FREE and Cheap Outdoor and then Indoor Yoga in the Twin Cities area. If we've missed something, we want to know, send us a note to … [Read More...]
Beat the “I’m Bored” summer blues with FREE and Cheap Things to do with Kids this Summer in the Twin Cities
Summer is just around the corner. You may have some summer camps planned out or a vacation scheduled. You may have some sporting activities for the kids to tackle. No matter what you have planned, you're still going to hear these infamous words from your kids: “I’m bored.” Here are some tips for summer outings and activities that are FREE or Cheap and won’t drain your wallet over the … [Read More...]
Your Summer Guide to 101 Festivals in the Twin Cities Area
Twin Cities on the Cheap has compiled a one-stop guide for summer festivals in and around the Twin Cities. Included is a sampling of activities that you can find at each event. However for a full and detailed listing always check the web site for each festival directly. Yes, we would like to hear from you - if you know of a festival that didn't make the list - please email us at … [Read More...]
Twin Cities Guide to FREE Summer Movies in the Park
Into movies? What better way to relax during Minnesota summers than to gather with your friends and family for a summer movie in the park. The Twin Cities is home to a vast array of summer movie venues. So gather your friends, bring some snacks and head out to enjoy a fun, FREE evening under the stars. Below is your guide to summer movie locations. If you see one that we missed, let us know by … [Read More...]
Your Guide to Spring Clean-up Days in and around the Twin Cities
It's that time of the year for Spring Clean-up, which means getting rid of unwanted items in your house. Most cities in the area offer a spring clean-up event where residents can drop off their "junk" for FREE or for a nominal fee. Twin Cities on the Cheap has compiled a master guide for Spring Clean-up Services. Not all cities collect the same items, check with your city directly if you have … [Read More...]
College students: extra 25% off local Groupons all year long
College students, you probably know about Amazon Prime Student, where you can get six months of Amazon Prime for free, and then a 50% off discounted rate thereafter. But did you know that you can get a 25% discount on local Groupons all year, too? There's no cost to sign up. You just have to verify that you are a college student. After that, you will get an additional 25% discount on any … [Read More...]
