Welcome to the Monday newsletter. I'm going to make this quick since it's already after 10:30, BUT just want to say "Hi" and "Can you believe this warm weather?" It means for some muddy dog paws and a slushy yard, but I'll take it!

If you missed Friday's newsletter you can still see it HERE, but I must say that most of those fun things to do and deals are already over.

I'll chat with you again for the Wednesday newsletter. In the meantime you can stay up-to-date on our Facebook Page and on the website. Thanks for reading. I appreciate it.

Fix-It Clinics Throughout Minnesota

Got something broken that you’ve been meaning to fix? Fix-It Clinics are happening throughout the state and they’re a great way to save money while keeping usable items out of the landfill.

Volunteers help repair things like small appliances, electronics, clothing and more. Plus, you can learn something in the process! It’s a hands-on way to learn troubleshooting and repair skills while giving your favorite items a second life.

These free community events are hosted in counties all across the state including Anoka, Hennepin, Ramsey, Rice and more plus special clinics hosted by local organizations such as the Stearns History Museum and partnerships with Duluth’s maker spaces.

Most clinics are first-come, first-served and family friendly, so it’s easy to stop in and check it out. See the full statewide list and find one near you!

Boundless Playspace and Activity Center - Rochester

Get ready to play and burn off wiggles at Boundless Playspace and Activity Center in Rochester!

This huge indoor playground is filled with big slides, climbing areas, bridges and other fun things to play on. They also have a gym with with basketball hoops, a turf area with soccer nets and footballs, additional swings, spinners and more.

For extra fun they also have an event calendar with activities that change frequently and they're included with the admission price.

Urban Expedition at Landmark Center

It's time for a new season of Urban Expedition at Landmark Center in St. Paul!

This is your chance to explore cultures from around the world with Landmark Center’s popular Urban Expedition program with 5 new countries for 2026. Each program includes authentic cultural experiences such as music, dance, crafts and traditions from the destination country.

Up first this weekend is Trinidad & Tobago presented in cooperation with Minnesota's Caribbean American Cultural Center.

Read More & See Upcoming Countries

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Get the details for these deals, freebies and more on the Current Great Deals Page.

It's President's Day and that means there are a lot of shopping deals both in stores and online. We've got some of the online sales with coupons to stack on top of the discounts on the deals page. One local in-person sale is at Hy-Vee with things like $.77 pork chops, $1.48 for a dozen eggs, $.49 boxed mac and cheese, $1.99 1.5 quart ice cream and more for 1 day only.

There's also a new deal (likely for today only) to get TWO bags of Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP for $3 and change with a BOGO offer that comes off automatically at checkout when you put two in your cart.

The latest freebie is a FREE sample of CESARⓇ dog food.

See all the other freebies, deals and offers to check out on the Deals Page!

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