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Help Your Kiddos Learn How to Draw Disney Characters

By Amanda Roland | June 24, 2020 | Blog

Do you have a little artist at home who loves Disney? You can help them learn how to draw their favorite Disney characters with the Disney Parks YouTube channel! Disney has a complete online database of videos that teach you step-by-step how to draw countless Disney characters, from Elsa to Flynn Rider to Mickey Mouse.

County Commissioners Vote to Implement Stricter Face Mask Requirements

By Amanda Roland | June 24, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

Alachua County commissioners held a meeting yesterday, June 23, and voted to implement stricter face mask requirements across the county. After a spike in new COVID-19 cases in Alachua County, the commissioners agree that more face mask requirements could help keep the community safe and help our economy, as reported by WCJB TV 20 News.

The Florida Museum Will Reopen on July 3

By Amanda Roland | June 23, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

The Florida Museum of Natural History will reopen its doors on July 3 for the first time since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Museum members will have early access on July 1 and 2. The museum will be open from Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1-5 p.m., which were

Discover the Versatility of Pineapple, the Ultimate Summer Fruit

By Isabella Sorresso | June 23, 2020 | Forks & Spoons

June 20 marks the first day of summer this year. Although this summer may have a rockier start than years prior due to the ongoing quarantining to help quell the spread of COVID-19, that doesn’t mean there aren’t tons of ways to make this summer feel as vibrant as every other year. One way to

Cade Museum to Open Synthetic Ice-Skating Rink on July 3

By Amanda Roland | June 22, 2020 | Blog

Cade Museum for Creativity and Invention just announced the opening of a synthetic ice-skating rink in the museum's rotunda on July 3. This ice-skating rink is in collaboration with the museum's summer collections of "cool" inventions. The exhibits will teach you about air conditioning, refrigeration and artificial ice, and you can learn more about Florida-based

Find Out How to Plan a Video Call With Your Kiddos’ Favorite Princess

By Amanda Roland | June 19, 2020 | Blog

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 quarantine, kiddos across the country have been having virtual birthday parties or FaceTime playdates to make birthdays special. If you have a little one that is really bummed about not being able to see their friends on their birthday, maybe a video call with their favorite princess will make

#ParentHacks: Working From Home with Kiddos

By Amanda Roland | June 19, 2020 | Articles

Mid March, our lives took an unexpected turn, as many of us had to pack up our offices and move from the boardroom to the dining room. Not only did we find ourselves working from home, but also our kids came home to finish up their school year. It hasn’t always been easy, but us

Celebrate Summer with a 2020 Summer Bucket List

By Amanda Roland | June 18, 2020 | Blog

Even though it feels like summertime in Florida eight months out of the year, the first official day of the summer season is this Saturday, June 20! This is very exciting, as it means pool days, beach trips, popsicles and, most importantly, no school. Now, all you need is a summer bucket list! There is

Sun Country Sports Center is Officially Reopen!

By Amanda Roland | June 18, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

After having to close due to COVID-19, Sun Country Sports Center is now open with adjusted hours and class schedules! Almost all recreational classes are up and running again, including gymnastics, swim, dance, NinjaZone, tumbling and martial arts. Currently, hours of operation vary as the Sun Country Sports Center opens more programs. "We’re committed to

Alachua County Libraries are Offering Curbside Library Card Sign-Up

By Amanda Roland | June 17, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates

All branches of the Alachua County Library District are offering curbside library card sign-up and renewal from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. If you would like to get a new library card or renew a card, you can follow these steps outlined by the Alachua County Library District: Collect your photo identification

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Discover the Versatility of Pineapple, the Ultimate Summer Fruit

#ParentHacks: Working From Home with Kiddos

Celebrate Summer with a 2020 Summer Bucket List

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