Twirling figurines glide across blue ice in colorful outfits. Puffy coats and glasses cover up every inch of quick skiers. Armor engulfs the bodies of jersey-wearing players as they run across ice, reaching for a puck. The Winter Olympic Games… read more
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Buchholz Student Selected as a Top Scholar
A Buchholz High School student, Anjana Balachandar, has been selected as one of 300 scholars in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, a prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. The scholars were chosen from 1,804 applicants across 46… read more
Make Your Own Bubble Solution!
Does your child love the magic of bubbles? Now you can make this simple solution to practice some science, measurement and have some fun! Try this DIY bubble solution that uses only 3 ingredients you likely already have on hand.… read more
FREE Pass for Every Kid Outdoors
Dear Diary -- I loved the outdoors when I was small. Didn’t you? There was something about the smelly dirt beneath me. I wanted to dig my hands into it hunting and finding worms. I wanted to touch trees. I… read more
SF Achieve Helps Students Get to College
Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) has partnered with Santa Fe (SF) College to help high school students prepare for college. The SF Achieve Program has team members from Santa Fe College located at ACPS high schools to help guide students… read more
Is a Magnet Program Right For My Child?
If your wide-eyed student is extra curious about math or technology, you might want to consider a magnet program. Alachua County Public Schools opened its magnet school application on Jan. 10. The program offers six elementary, four middle school and… read more
Tiny Titans Dinosaur Exhibit Extended
Meeting baby dinosaurs in dinosaur costumes used to seem like a fantasy -- The Florida Museum of Natural History just made it a reality and extended your ability to check it out until Feb. 20. ‘Tiny Titans’ opened on Sept.… read more
Stay Active Indoors This Winter
We can get some pretty chilly days as we move into the winter season. When it’s too cold to enjoy the outdoors, head inside for some fun activities that will keep you active this winter! Some of these may require… read more
Learn More About Diabetes Research for National Diabetes Month
November is National Diabetes Month! During this month, and all year round, organizations and non-profits work to raise money for diabetes research. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 34 million Americans live with diabetes… read more
Cade Museum offers Thanksgiving Weekend Shopping Deals
Shop local this holiday season with gifts from the Cade Museum! Visitors may shop in the Loot Lab during museum hours and admission is not required for shopping only. Visit the Loot Lab at the Cade for these amazing deals… read more