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Bug Off! Finding the Right Insect Repellent for Your Family
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Giggle’s Summer Camp Guide
Giggle's 2026 Summer Camp Guide is your go-to resource for a wide variety of camps to keep kids of all ages busy and entertained. From band camp to dance camp, the options are endless in our community! You can download a… read more
Easter Egg Hunts and Events in Alachua County
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Get Serious About Spring Cleaning
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Strawberry Picking in Gainesville and Beyond!
Excitement is in the air as strawberry picking season approaches. Visit these local places with your loved ones for strawberry-picking fun! We will update this list with more information about local farms as information is acquired! Florida Strawberry Festival Thursday,… read more
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Crafting With Katie: Mother’s Day Straw Flowers
Try this fun and easy Mother’s Day craft with your kiddos that can be gifted to those special women in their lives. These flowers will bring smiles to their faces for years to come. Materials For this Mother’s Day craft,… read more
DIY Homework Caddy
Does your kiddo like to do homework on the go? Are they constantly moving from their room, to the kitchen and then on the floor? Do they have to squeeze in a bit of homework while in the car on… read more
Make an Easy DIY Laundry Folder!
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Make Your Own Paint Chip Calendar!
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DIY Bird Feeders to Make At Home!
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Use Nature to Make These DIY Bookmarks!
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Make These Easy DIY Bird Feeders
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Totally Tie-Dye: Jump on the Hottest DIY Trend
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