If you, like many other parents, have questions and concerns about your schools, students and education during COVID-19, Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) is hosting a Telephone Town Hall meeting on Thursday, April 30. “On Thursday, April 30 from 6… read more
COVID-19 Updates
Download ‘The Lion King’ Experience for FREE!
Is your kiddo interested in all things theater? The acting, the stage design, the makeup? If so, Disney has given another amazing learning resource for little theater buffs called The Lion King Experience. "The Lion King Experience is an immersive arts… read more
Alachua County Sheriff Announces Safety Patrol Trip is Canceled
The 2020 Washington DC Safety Patrol Trip is now canceled, according to the Alachua County Sheriff's Office. After originally postponing the trip, Sheriff Sadie Darnell said, "After exhausting all reasonable alternatives, the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office and Educational Tours have… read more
Make A Change Through the North Central Florida Cares Fund
The United Way of North Central Florida comes alongside the North Central Florida Community Foundation to support the community during COVID-19. Donate to the North Central Florida Cares Fund to support struggling families in our community! As many families have… read more
Learn How to Support UF Health Shands During COVID-19
If you have been wanting to help the Gainesville community, but want to give more than money, consider donating to UF Health Shands. They are accepting donations of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), food and funds to help keep their staff… read more
ACPS Controlled School Choice Application is Now Open
The Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) controlled school choice and open enrollment application that was postponed due to COVID-19 is now open for the 2020-21 academic year. The window to apply for controlled school choice ends on May 8, according… read more
Gainesville Mayor Says Gainesville Will Continue Stay-at-Home Practices
After a meeting on Tuesday, Alachua County commissioners and Gainesville Mayor Lauren Poe confirmed that the city of Gainesville will continue operating under state-wide stay-at-home order. Despite the fact that other states like Georgia and South Carolina have loosened their… read more
Wendy’s is Giving Away Free Chicken Nuggets on Friday!
Midst the COVID-19 pandemic, Wendy's is giving away free four-piece, chicken nuggets this Friday, April 24, at participating locations. In a tweet yesterday (April 20), Wendy's said "Not gonna lie, all this love y’all are showing has inspired us. We… read more
Farm Share is Coming To Newberry on April 29
On April 29, Farm Share will be coming to Newberry to bring in fresh food to give to families during COVID-19. Farm Share is an equal opportunity provider that brings "healthy and nutritious fruits, vegetables, proteins and other non-perishable food… read more
Visit Walt Disney World Virtually From Home!
If you and your kiddos are missing Walt Disney World, you are not alone. One way to reminisce on all the good times that you and your family have had at Disney is to take a virtual tour of the… read more