Creative Kidstuff

Connecting Kids With Autism With Toys That Help Them Grow

Raising a child with autism presents a special set of challenges. Finding the right toys to promote learning and fun can be a struggle — without help.

2013/04/25

State, Federal Proposals Seek To Add Tax To Online Sales

Consumers may not like it, but a lot of small businesses say it will help them survive. We’re talking about state sales tax being applied to online purchases.

2013/04/24

Best Ways To Celebrate Star Wars In Minnesota

Relive the struggles between the force and the dark side for Star Wars Day.

2013/04/22

Stores Packed With Last-Minute Shoppers

If you’re heading out to the stores this weekend – be ready for long lines and busy stores.

2012/12/22

Rainy Winter Weather Dampens Holiday Shopping

Winter weather tried to slow down another big shopping weekend, causing consumers to grab their umbrellas in December. With nine shopping days to go until Christmas, it’s fair to say that Mother Nature has terrible timing.

2012/12/15

Keeping It Green In The Playroom

It seems the push to go green is everywhere — even on the shelves at the toy store. WCCO caught up with a local toy maker and talked to some parents to find out if they’re buying into this trend.

2012/05/01

Twin Cities Company Launches Toy Line For Kids With Autism

The popular Twin Cities toy company, Creative KidStuff, has launched a selection of toys for children with autism as part of Autism Awareness month in April.

2012/04/06

MN Woman Makes Earth-Friendly Easter Eggs

A Twin Cities woman has a new take on the annual Easter egg hunt. She still uses the colorful eggs, but she doesn’t want them to be found years later in a landfill.

2012/03/31

Get A Jump On Holiday Toy Shopping Now

If you think now is too soon to start think about the holiday shopping season, tell that to retailers. There are less than 300 days left to think about what to buy.

2012/03/05

Sick Of Cold? Try These Winter Boredom Busters

Winter has been dragging on for a couple of months now. If you’re a parent, you may be running short things for your kids to do inside.

2012/02/13

Tips For Wrapping The Perfect Present

If you have a mountain of gifts to tackle there are a few simple tricks so the presents look great under the tree.

2011/12/08

Retailers Hope For Less Snow Than Last Year

Local businesses are hoping for calm weather this shopping season after a rough 2010.

2011/12/01

Shoppers Hit Local Stores For Small Business Saturday

Saturday was the second annual Small Business Saturday. It’s a day dedicated to supporting small businesses on the busiest shopping weekend of the year.

2011/11/26

Family Fun Neighborhood Guide To Linden Hills

There are so many family friendly spots across the Twin Cities, but it’s hard to beat the southern Minneapolis neighborhood of Linden Hills.

2011/08/05

Amid Blizzard, Holiday Shoppers Get Top-Notch Service

Many retailers are taking a financial hit because of Saturday’s blizzard. With only two weeks left until Christmas Day, the snowstorm interrupted many people’s shopping plans.

2010/12/11

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