Whether you're looking for fresh Saturday produce or a Monday evening activity, Alachua County has an incredible local food and market scene. Here is your
Make This Pumpkin Chip Bread to Welcome Fall
Fall is officially here! Welcome the season with this delicious Pumpkin Chip Bread recipe. It will make your house smell delightful, and it is sure
Free Educational Adventures for Kids in Gainesville
The fall welcomes new opportunities to learn and explore beyond the classroom, and not all of them come with a price tag. From museums and
Fall Home Safety Checklist
The fall season is always a treat. It brings pumpkin spice lattes, cooler weather, cozy sweaters, pumpkin patches and the start of a few holiday-packed months.
Top 7 Parks in Gainesville for Kids and Families
Gainesville's parks offer fun, adventure and relaxation for families with kids of all ages. Whether you're looking for playgrounds, nature trails or picnic spots, there
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Fall Drink & Treat Menus Around Gainesville: A Running List
Fall flavors are hitting Gainesville menus. Here's a running roundup of seasonal drinks and specials from local cafes and chains, updated as new ones are announced. Last updated: Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 Karma Cream 607 W. University Ave., Gainesville, FL… read more
Gainesville Fall & Halloween Events: Festivals, Trunk-or-Treats, Pumpkin Patches and More
It's officially fall, which means Halloween, trunk-or-treats, pumpkin patches, haunted houses and fall festivals! To save your family time, Giggle Magazine rounded up all the spooky and fall-themed events near you for a festive, cozy season. Last updated: Monday, Oct.… read more
Ask the Pediatrician: All About Sugar, Sweets and Childhood Health
As candy buckets fill up and trick-or-treating season begins, Halloween serves as a great reminder for families to start thinking more about sugar, sweets and their little ones' health. Rising sugar consumption can increase the risk of tooth decay, weight… read more
Five Odd Pumpkin Facts
Pumpkins are Fantastic for our Gut and Immune System Whether it is snacking on roasted pumpkin seeds or drinking pumpkin pie smoothies, pumpkins have the power to improve our health and longevity. According to an article from UMass Memorial Health,… read more
Fall Horticultural Expo on Oct. 17 Brings Family-Friendly Gardening Fun to Newberry
Key Takeaways The Fall Horticultural Expo returns Oct. 17, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Alachua County Ag and Equestrian Center in Newberry. The free event will feature kids’ activities, gardening demonstrations, live 4-H animals, vendors and… read more
Tips and Tricks for Preparing Butternut Squash
Butternut squash has become one of the trendiest fall and winter vegetables. Now that it's officially fall, it's time to know how to navigate around this delicious ingredient. This widely-enjoyed squash is very versatile, and it contains numerous health benefits.… read more
‘Wait, You Didn’t Know You Were Pregnant?’ All About Cryptic Pregnancies
Imagine heading to the hospital because you think you have a really bad stomachache, only to find out you're actually in labor. It sounds like something out of a movie, but it can happen. In rare cases, a pregnancy can… read more
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Yummy Fall Drinks That Aren’t Pumpkin Spice Lattes
Now that Florida has begun to experience some colder weather, we are ready for all the fall flavors that the season brings. But fall flavors are more than just pumpkin spice. If you want to get into the fall-themed drink… read more
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3 Spooky Halloween Crafts For Your Kiddos
Halloween is tomorrow, and since the holiday might look a little different for most people this year, why not get crafty? Included here are some easy and spooky Halloween crafts that can be tailored to any age and level of… read more
Crafting With Katie: Mother’s Day Straw Flowers
Try this fun and easy Mother’s Day craft with your kiddos that can be gifted to those special women in their lives. These flowers will bring smiles to their faces for years to come. Materials For this Mother’s Day craft,… read more
DIY Homework Caddy
Does your kiddo like to do homework on the go? Are they constantly moving from their room, to the kitchen and then on the floor? Do they have to squeeze in a bit of homework while in the car on… read more
Make an Easy DIY Laundry Folder!
Let's be honest – nobody really likes to do laundry! And most people consider folding the laundry to be the worst part. Luckily, there is an invention that you can make at home that makes folding laundry as easy as… read more
Make Your Own Paint Chip Calendar!
It’s time to put your old paint chips to use! For those of you who just moved, painted a room in your house, or have paint chips hidden in a drawer somewhere taking up space let’s put them to use!… read more
Use Nature to Make These DIY Bookmarks!
Crafting with nature is a great way to repurpose some of nature's beauty! Use some things that you find outside to make these DIY Bookmarks with your kiddos. DIY Bookmarks Supplies: Ruff-age like leaves, flowers and ferns Large book Parchment paper … read more
6 Great Rainy Day Activities For The Whole Family!
It is summertime in Florida! Here comes the rain! We know we need the showers in order to keep our lawns green, but if you have little ones at home rainy days can become frustrating! Books, puzzles and DVDs can… read more
Make These Easy DIY Bird Feeders
One of the best things about spring-time is being able to hear the birds chirping outside. Make your yard more inviting to our flying friends by making a bird feeder! Reuse your leftover plastic Easter eggs to make these easy… read more
How Can You Use Duct Tape for Crafting?
Duct tape. How many of us actually use it to tape our ducts? I can’t think of a single time I ever said, “Where is that duct that needs taping.” Rather, I see it as the hidden gem of the… read more
Totally Tie-Dye: Jump on the Hottest DIY Trend
One of the biggest fashion trends we’ve seen is the reemergence of tie-dye! What may seem like a retired style now reserved exclusively for camp activities and middle school projects, is now making its way back into the mainstream. If… read more