During COVID-19, we all want to do out best to protect ourselves and our families from getting sick. One way we can protect ourselves is by using personal protective equipment, like face masks, when going to the store or running essential errands. Recently, there has been a lot of controversy surrounding another type of personal
7 Easy Family-Approved Dinners To Get You Through This Week!
There’s nothing like spending a whole day stuck inside with your "at-home students" and knowing that these little children who call you “mom” will be expecting to eat at some point. As daunting as feeding a family seems, it can be done simply and nutritiously with just a little bit of preparation and planning. Here’s
Giggle Movie Marathons: Marvel Avengers Edition
Are your kids running out of things to do? Or, more accurately, are you running out of things to occupy them while working from home/quarantining/homeschooling for a few weeks? We’ve got just the thing! Movie marathons are the best solution and you might even get hooked too! If you haven’t already seen all of the
ACPS Magnet Programs Will Announce Acceptances on Monday
Alachua County Public Schools Magnet Programs will be sending out acceptance notifications on Monday, April 6, 2020. Due to the ever-changing circumstances regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, ACPS Magnet Programs had to postpone their acceptance decisions. Continue checking the magnet information website for all updates regarding magnet programs. If you do not receive an email regarding
Use These Grocery Shopping Tips During COVID-19
Because going to the grocery store is essential, it so important that we know how to shop safely to minimize the chances of getting sick or getting our families sick. Here are some grocery shopping tips to implement into your shopping routine during this COVID-19 pandemic! Be Understanding Of Others In this crazy time, most
Fun – and Nice – April Fools’ Day “Pranks”
It's April Fools' Day! A lot of people love this day because of the fun they can have interacting with their friends! But, since we can't be around all of our friends right now, here are some fun and nice April Fools' Day "Pranks" you can do with your kiddos before the day is over!
Don’t Forget to Respond to the 2020 Census
April 1 is Census Day! Today is a great day to remember to respond to the 2020 Census to better the community and country that you live it. The Census Bureau says that responding to the 2020 Census is easy and important, and it’s "key to shaping the future of communities. The goal of the
Local Bakery, Sugar, Refined., Creates DIY Cake Pop Kits
Local Bakery, Sugar, Refined. , has created DIY Cake Pop Kits for at home baking! A great way to keep your kids busy and creative during the time when 'stay at home orders' are in affect. They provide a great activity for families and they are delivering to Gainesville and surrounding towns. Click HERE to
Alachua County Magnet Program Decisions Have Been Postponed
Due to the ever-changing circumstances regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, Alachua County Public Schools Magnet Programs have postponed their acceptance decisions. "Updates regarding the notification date will be posted on the Magnet Information website. That website address is https://www.sbac.edu/Page/29448," according to Alachua County Public Schools. The deadline to accept or decline a Magnet acceptance offer will also
Alachua County “Bear Hunt” Adventures Bring Smiles During Social Distancing
Who wants to go on a "bear hunt" adventure? Alachua County local business centers and communities have organized their own "bear hunt" adventures to bring smiles to the faces of children while we practice social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting Saturday, March 28, participating business in the Tioga Town Center have placed stuffed teddy