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
Make This Easy Shaker From Plastic Easter Eggs
After this weekend, you might have a lot of plastic Easter eggs laying around from all your at-home Easter egg hunts! Use those leftover plastic eggs to make an easy shaker perfect for little ones to shake in an at-home jam session! Easy Shaker By using different materials inside each egg, each shaker will produce
Easter Egg Hunts and Events in Alachua County
Are you searching for Easter egg hunts in Alachua County for your children to enjoy this spring? Look no further! Here are all the Alachua County Easter egg hunts your kids will love! Oaks Mall Easter Bunny Friday, March 20 -Saturday, April 46419 Newberry Road, Gainesville, FL 32605 Capture an unforgettable moment with the Easter
Know Someone Who Goes Above and Beyond? Nominate Them for our Community Spotlight!
In our Community Spotlight feature, we want to celebrate the incredible individuals who make a difference in the Gainesville community! Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for others? A local friend, parent, teacher, coach, student or athlete who stands out? Is there someone who gives their time, shows unwavering dedication, or lifts
DIY Bird Feeders to Make At Home!
Living in Florida has many advantages, one of which is that there is an abundance of wildlife right outside your door, like lizards, squirrels, deer and a variety of birds. You can get an even closer look at the house finches, eastern towhees and common starlings flying around your neighborhood by making DIY bird feeders
Bug Off! Finding the Right Insect Repellent for Your Family
In Florida, we don’t ever have a season that is truly bug free, however, we do have times that are buggier than others. Mosquitoes and ticks are the most popular annoyances, but we are also home to flies, ants, bees and chiggers to name a few. Besides being a nuisance, they can also carry diseases,
7 Vitamin C Products for Happy and Glowing Skin
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, “normal skin contains high concentrations of vitamin C, which supports important and well-known functions, stimulating collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against UV-induced photo damage.” As you age and through exposure to external forces like smoking and the sun, your levels of vitamin C in your
Crafting With Katie: St. Patrick’s Day Ideas
Top of the morning to you! We love holidays in this household and St. Patrick’s Day is one of our favorites. It’s playful, delicious and can be celebrated by all ages. As March 17th approaches, check out some of these St. Patrick's Day ideas to add a little extra fun into your daily routines. 1
Show Dry Hands Some Love As The Weather Changes!
Looks like the cold weather has stuck around Florida for a bit! And with the cold comes dry air and and cool winds. This winter, keep your dry hands feeling smooth and hydrated with these hand-picked creams. Aquaphor This thick ointment is ideal for dry, cracked or irritated skin and helps protect hands from the
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? Getting Real About Imaginary Friends
When I was about 5 years old, I had a friend named Patty. She had straight brown hair with bangs, brown eyes and stood as tall as my bedroom doorknob. She had a brother named Norman and always had a place at the dinner table. According to my mom, she would only visit over the









