The Early Learning Coalition of Alachua County is hosting a backpack and school supplies giveaway Saturday, July 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.! About the Early Learning Coalition Giveaway Pre-registration is required to participate and access the giveaway location.… read more
The Florida Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday began June 1 and will continue through June 14. In order to supply some relief for Floridians as we approach hurricane season, this holiday was created to provide a small discount on items… read more
The Dance Alive National Ballet (DANB) is opening auditions for dancers ages 7 to 18 for its 59th season! Auditions for DANB, "The Nutcracker" and the DANB youth group called Next Generation will take place Saturday, August 24, from 12:30… read more
Pofahl Studios has a long history – try 69 years - of teaching students age 3 to the far side of 70! From beginners through professionals, dance students and professional dancers have found their way to “The Studio” to take… read more
Alachua County Public Schools will be providing meals to families over the summer now that school is officially out with the Free Summer Meals program. Beginning June 3 and continuing through the summer until July 26, the district’s free grab… read more
The beach can be a wonderful place to relax and unwind with the family, but it is always best to learn and practice beach safety to make sure your vacation goes on without a hitch! Here are some things to… read more
Do you remember when you started doing your own laundry? Did you learn in middle school? Or did you figure it out on your own once you moved out of the house? Figuring out when a child should start doing… read more
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – the perfect time to discuss stress management. Kids can often cause us stress, and we learn to deal with it, we adapt and grow to be able to manage that stress in healthy… read more
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, we have put together a list of Gainesville Memorial Day events and activities! Florida Folk Festival Friday, May 24 -Sunday, May 2610 a.m.Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park This three-day event celebrates the music,… read more
The Newberry Watermelon Festival is an old tradition in Newberry, 79 years old to be exact! This year, the festival will held on Saturday, May 18, as the small town comes together for the 79th time! At the Newberry Watermelon… read more
