Werewolf and Vampire Halloween Costume

DIY Werewolf and Vampire Halloween Costumes

We have two more not-so-scary Halloween costumes to try out this year! Check out these DIY Werewolf and Vampire Halloween costumes. These costumes are totally functional for your little Halloween lover, and feel free to throw in a matching face mask to make it a COVID-cautious costume! DIY Werewolf Halloween Costume Materials Needed Plaid button-down shirt

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wash a face mask

How Do You Properly Wash a Face Mask?

We're all trying to do our part in flattening the curve of COVID-19, and part of that has included excessive cleaning. Wiping down countertops, disinfecting cars and carrying hand sanitizer at all times are just a few ways to keep clean. But, ever since the CDC recommended we all wear face masks while in public,

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Sweet Scarecrow Costume

DIY Sweet Scarecrow Costume

This DIY Sweet Scarecrow costume is perfect for your little one who wants to scare – in a sweet way! You might even have all the supplies to make the costume at your house. Also, throw in a plaid or fall-colored face mask to make a COVID-19 cautious costume! Sweet Scarecrow Costume Materials Needed Denim

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Baby to the Love of Reading

Introduce Your Baby to the Love of Reading with These Books

Psychology Today reports that “reading to babies as young as six months of age leads to stronger vocabularies and better early literacy skills four years later, just as the children are getting ready to go to school.” So, there is no time to wait to instill a love of learning, a growing vocabulary and engaging

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Gator Fan Cutouts

Cheer on The Gators with Gator Fan Cutouts!

Are you a Gator family? I'm sure you and your little ones will miss getting to go to the games, but you can still cheer on the Gators at home games this year with Gator Fan Cutout! “Cutouts will be placed in the even rows of sections 28-44 on the east side of the stadium,

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Kit Kat® Flavor Club

Join the New Exclusive Kit Kat® Flavor Club

As Halloween approaches, I think it's safe to say that we are all, parents and kiddos, thinking about candy a little more these days. Well, the people over at The Hershey Company have created something for Kit Kat® lovers to satisfy their sweet tooth: the Kit Kat® Flavor Club. The Flavor Club is a new exclusive club

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Hoggetowne Medieval Faire

Hoggetowne Medieval Faire to be Held Online Next Year

The Hoggetowne Medieval Faire has been a family-loved Gainesville tradition for years, but next year, the in-person event has been canceled due to COVID-19. However, a new event, "Hoggetowne at Home" will take its place. "Although we will not be able to gather in person to enjoy the distinctive smell of hay mixed with funnel

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TikTok and WeChat

TikTok and WeChat Downloads Are Banned in the US

The US Commerce Department announced that the U.S. will ban the downloads of the TikTok and WeChat apps starting on Sunday. People are no longer able to download these apps in the U.S. starting this past Sunday, September 20, according to a New York Times article. Those who already have the TikTok and WeChat apps

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local picnic spots

Top 5 Local Picnic Spots to Take the Kiddos!

The cool fall weather is on the way, and we are ready for some relaxing picnics outside with the whole family. Luckily, the Alachua County area has some great local picnic spots for all your outdoor lunchtime needs. Check them out below! Depot Park Located in Downtown Gainesville, Depot Park was once on a contaminated

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