February is American Heart Month! A study done in 2020 by the American Heart Association (AHA) found that women are found to be at a higher risk for heart failure and heart attack death than men. Why is this? Let's… read more
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ACPS Posts Updated School Calendar
Today, Alachua County Public Schools released the calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. That means time to updated those family calendars with all the important school dates and vacations times. This updated calendar reflects the current start date for all… read more
Strawberry Picking in Gainesville and Beyond!
Excitement is in the air as strawberry picking season approaches. Visit these local places with your loved ones for strawberry-picking fun! We will update this list with more information about local farms as information is acquired! Florida Strawberry Festival February… read more
Our 14 Favorite Valentine’s Day Books
Roses are red, violets are blue, these Valentine's day books are great, so we’re sharing them with you! Valentine’s Day is around the corner, so why not celebrate by cuddling up with your kids and reading a sweet story that… read more
Tips to Prevent Chapped Lips in Cold Weather
Chapped lips are literally a pain during the winter season. We have so much fun spending time outdoors and enjoying this break in the heat, but having chapped lips can make fun days less enjoyable when the cold and wind… read more
ACPS 2025-2026 Magnet Program Applications Open Jan. 14
Starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday January 14th, applications for the 2025-2026 Alachua County Public Schools academic or career-technical (CTE) magnet programs will open. Families with students in PreKindergarten to 11th grade can apply until the applications close at 4… read more
7 Healthy Cereals for a Better Breakfast This Year
Cereal is a quick and easy breakfast option for busy families. We’ve all been minutes away from rushing out the door only to take a quick pause for some Lucky Charms. All you need is a few minutes to pour… read more
Visit This Interactive NORAD Santa Tracker Site with Your Kiddos!
Less than 15 days remain until Santa Claus makes his long anticipated sleigh ride around the world! On Dec. 24, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) will be tracking Santa as he delivers presents to everyone on his nice… read more
6 Holiday Crafts for Little Hands
The time for decorating is now! Why not have your little ones help with decorations or even create their own holiday crafts? These crafts are so easy that they can be made with even the smallest of hands, but they… read more
Print Out Giggle’s 25 Fun Family Christmas Activities Checklist!
Now that December is here and the holidays are in full swing, we have a fun family Christmas activities checklist for you to do this month! Print out this checklist and post it on the fridge to check off with… read more
