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! Magnolia Ridge Rehabilitation Community Easter Egg Hunt… read more
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Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Gainesville!
Are you in search of fun for your kiddos - or yourself - this weekend in Gainesville? If so, we have you covered! Here are some of the best events in Gainesville for you and your family. Looking for more… read more
Celebrate Women’s History Month with Your Kids!
March is Women’s History Month! There is no better way to celebrate the women that have shaped your life and society than with your kids. Helping your kids learn about the women who have been instrumental in changing our world… read more
Celebrate Florida College Decision Day
The Greater Gainesville Chamber Foundation and Alachua County Public Schools invites you to celebrate Florida College Decision Day April 5! Students, along with their families and friends, are invited to celebrate the academic achievements of the 2024 graduating seniors. This… read more
Gentle Giants: The 6 Best Places To See Manatees In Florida
While Florida is a major destination for summer vacations, winter may be the prime time to explore Florida’s waters. Between November and April, manatees gather in the Sunshine State to warm up during the colder months. According to The Everglades… read more
The New Florida “Social Media Ban” Bill and What it Means
UPDATE: Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed the bill. However, the senate proposed a revised bill with more parental control over their children's social media use, according to the Tampa Bay Times. The bill is waiting on approval from the House before… read more
Is it Safe to Collect Feathers?
Don’t touch bird feathers -- we’ve all heard it. In the past, it was said that bird feathers carried disease, viruses and pathogens. However, this isn’t necessarily true. Is it safe to collect feathers? When walking down a trail with your… read more
5 Ways to Take the Fear out of Losing Teeth
I remember my first wiggly tooth. For days, I feared the inevitable day my mom would yank it from my mouth. Butterflies constantly fluttered in my stomach: every bite, every sip, every tooth-brushing session. Losing teeth was nerve-wracking. However, there… read more
National Library Lovers Month: For the Love of Reading!
For all of the little readers out there, they may be thrilled to know that February is National Library Lovers Month, but you may not know how to help them celebrate. Fortunately, Gainesville has much to offer for those who… read more
Celebrate Random Act of Kindness Day!
Although it feels like "Random Act of Kindness Day" should be every day, February 17th is the day to celebrate. As a parent, teaching your children how to show kindness to people can be tougher than it sounds. A Harvard… read more