memorial day

Gainesville Memorial Day Events and Activities

By Amanda Roland | May 23, 2026 | Blog , Guides , Holidays , Seasonal Guides , Things to Do
With Memorial Day weekend approaching, we have put together a list of Gainesville Memorial Day events and activities! Alachua County Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 25Historic Evergreen Cemetery at 10 a.m. This ceremony honors veterans and military service members who lost their lives fighting and standing for the country. The ceremony offers a Presentation of

Read More

Kids Day at the Park!

KIDS DAY AT THE PARK! Gold Head Branch State Park is calling all kids and their families to have fun at Kids Day on Saturday, May 9th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Family fun includes University of Florida Entomology bug petting zoo, crafts, music, prizes, wildflower planting, scavenger hunt, nature hike, and food vendors! The

Read More

Kids Day at the Park!

KIDS DAY AT THE PARK! Gold Head Branch State Park is calling all kids and their families to have fun at Kids Day on Saturday, May 9th 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Family fun includes University of Florida Entomology bug petting zoo, crafts, music, prizes, wildflower planting, scavenger hunt, nature hike, and food vendors! The

Read More

celebrate easter

Celebrate Easter With These Crafts and Activities!

By Anastasia Sims | March 31, 2026 | Holidays
As Easter Sunday approaches, it's time to get in the spirit! Whether it’s getting crafty with DIY decorations or special holiday treats the kids can help with, here are 4 things the family can do to celebrate Easter. 1. Egg Carton Flowers Instead of throwing out Egg cartons after you finish, cut them up in

Read More

3 Nacho Recipes to Make on Super Bowl Sunday!

By Isabela Rosa | February 4, 2026 | Blog , Food , Forks & Spoons , Recipes , Special Occasion Dining
Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend! What better way than to celebrate than with your own homemade nachos. Enjoy these recipes with your family as you cheer on the Buccaneers or the Chiefs!   Classic Nachos  Ingredients:  Tortilla Chips  Ground beef or meat of choice  Cheese (shredded)  Toppings: salsa, jalapeños, sour cream, green onion and

Read More

Teach Your Children Math

Teach Your Children Math Without Them Knowing

By Kelly Goede | January 7, 2026 | Learn
Long before your little peanuts will be required to demonstrate algebra proficiency on an exam, they will look to you — their parent — to help them lay the foundations of their math knowledge and understanding. Starting when they are babies, their brains are buzzing with activity, making sense of the world around them and

Read More

Halloween Candies

Which Halloween Candies Should You Be Eating to Stay Healthy?

By Amanda Roland | October 12, 2025 | Blog
Halloween is scary, but not always because of the monsters and ghosts! Kids bring home the scariest thing of all in their trick-or-treat baskets – CANDY! Not only can it be temping for your kids to over-indulge in their sweet finds, but it can also be temping for moms and dads to sneak a few

Read More

Quick Mexican Chicken

Get the Recipe for Carmen’s Quick Mexican Chicken

By Carmen Basile | August 19, 2025 | Food , Forks & Spoons
Looking for a quick and simple dinner to make tonight? Look no further! Carmen's Quick Mexican Chicken is warm, delicious and satisfying. Use the recipe below to make it for your family! Carmen's Quick Mexican Chicken Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 1⁄2 lbs.) 1 small onion, diced 1 large

Read More

bento box

Easy Bento Box Combinations to Make Lunchtime Fun!

By Giggle Magazine | August 16, 2025 | Forks & Spoons
Bento lunches are some of our favorites! You can mix and match small portions of healthy snacks and options to give your kiddos bento box combinations that are well-balanced and yummy, making them the hit of the lunch room. Related articles: 22 Medicine Cabinet Must-Haves Get The Recipe For Carmen’s Quick Mexican Chicken