Draper James, Reese Witherspoon's clothing company, is giving away FREE dresses to teachers as a way to say thank you for they are doing during this time of transition. To apply, complete the form at the link in their bio… read more
COVID-19 Updates
Ginnie Springs Closes in Support of 30-Day Stay-At-Home Order
After a lot of backlash from the community about being open, Ginnie Springs closes following Gov. Ron DeSantis’ state-wide stay-at-home order. This popular spring typically draws in many visitors around this time and during the summer, and they remained open… read more
Learn About Giant Pandas by Watching This Panda Live-Stream!
The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is making all of our cuddly animal dreams come true with their giant panda live-stream! We may not be able to go to the zoo right now, but we can go to… read more
Florida Park Offers A Drive-Thru Safari During Social Distancing
A theme park in central Florida is keeping it's gates open for drive-thru safari rides where you can view the park's beautiful animals from afar. The park, Wild Florida is located in Kenansville, about an hour outside of Melbourne, FL. There… read more
Watch this Baby Goat Live-Stream for Cuteness Overload!
While goats may not be quite as exotic as penguins or jellyfish, we can’t resist a baby goat live-stream! The goats are being broadcast live to us from the Beekman 1802 farm through their Nest camera. According to their page,… read more
Gov. Ron DeSantis Orders State Wide Stay-At-Home Order
Governor Ron DeSantis just ordered a state-wide Stay-at-Home order for the state of Florida to slow the spread of COVID-19. This order will be effective as of Thursday at midnight, and it will last until April 30, according to the… read more
“Captain Underpants” Author and Illustrator Hosts Creative Time for FREE!
"Captain Underpants" author and illustrator Dav Pilkey is collaborating with the Library of Congress to bring a creative outlet to children and families during the COVID-19 pandemic each week. The videos will showcase creative tips and encourage kids, and adults,… read more
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… read more
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… read more
All Florida Public Schools Will Remain Closed through May 1
Just in... All Florida public schools are set to remain closed until May 1. Per the Alachua County Public Schools Facebook Page: "Florida's Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran has announced that schools will remain closed through May 1, which means… read more
