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...] about Map out Your Garage Sales this Week
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Recycle your Paint for FREE with PaintCare Program
As you start thinking about spring and summer remodeling products, remember to recycle your unused paint - for FREE or LOW-COST depending on how much. Minnesota is one of 9 states to participate in the PaintCare program. The program allows all Minnesota residents to recycle their used paint for FREE or LOW-COST. See the chart for fees in Minnesota. Minnesota The fees will change in Minnesota … [Read more...] about Recycle your Paint for FREE with PaintCare Program
Find FREE Paint, Automotive Products and Household Cleaners at your County FREE Product Centers
If you are looking for a deal on paint, stain, automotive products and household cleaners, stop by one of the FREE Product Rooms available at your local county environmental center. The product room nearby me has a large variety of paint and stain from 5 gallon buckets to sample size containers. Many of the products look brand new, like someone just bought too much paint and donated the excess. … [Read more...] about Find FREE Paint, Automotive Products and Household Cleaners at your County FREE Product Centers
Special Fun and Cheap Deals for Kids in the Twin Cities
Looking for something fun and cheap to do with kids? Here is a list of special deals for kids that parents should know about and use to their full advantage. If you know of a special kid deal not listed, we want to know too, email Twincitiesonthecheap@gmail.com. If you have a 6th grader - sign up to receive the 6th Grade Minnesota History Pass. The pass is good through August 31 of 2016. … [Read more...] about Special Fun and Cheap Deals for Kids in the Twin Cities
Map out Your Garage Sale Route through 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 this spring and summer. 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, generate your directions from one sale to the next. Once you create a FREE account … [Read more...] about Map out Your Garage Sale Route through Twin Cities on the Cheap
Earth Day Events, Deals and Freebies
Celebrate Earth Day in the Twin Cities on April 22, by helping out with an Earth Day service project on April 22 or over the weekend. We've compiled a list of service and fun related events, deals and freebies to help with the celebration of Earth Day. Earth Day Service Events Minneapolis River Gorge Cleanup, April 23, 9:30 a.m - noon, E. 36th Street & E. 44th Street at W. River … [Read more...] about Earth Day Events, Deals and Freebies
Thrift Store Directory in the Twin Cities
The Twin Cities is home to huge assortment of thrift stores. Whether you enjoy the hunt to find the perfect bargain or just want to find a decent pair of shoes for your teen that won't empty your pocket book, thrift stores are the perfect place to shop to find all your needs and stay on budget. Twin Cities on the Cheap has compiled its own directory of thrift stores in the area. If you don't … [Read more...] about Thrift Store Directory in the Twin Cities
Where to find free help with your taxes
It's tax season and hiring someone to prepare your taxes, can be expensive in itself. If you qualify, you maby be able to receive help preparing your taxes for FREE. Here are some programs to investigate. The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help for those who make $54,000 a year or less and need assistance filing their return. Simply use the handy VITA … [Read more...] about Where to find free help with your taxes