the lion king

Download ‘The Lion King’ Experience for FREE!

By Amanda Roland | April 28, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
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 education program that introduces students to many aspects of theater-making through the lens of The Lion

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patrol trip

Alachua County Sheriff Announces Safety Patrol Trip is Canceled

By Amanda Roland | April 27, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
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 decided it best to change the status of the 2020 Washington DC Safety Patrol Trip

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make you own mug cake

Make Your Own 5 Minute Mug Cake

By Amanda Roland | April 27, 2020 | Blog , Recipes
Sometimes, you want to have something sweet after dinner, but you don't want to make something too big that will continue to tempt you throughout the week. Mug cakes are quick and easy for an after-dinner fix, and they are also great for date night. Look below for a Make Your Own Mug Cake recipe!

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Florida Cares

Make A Change Through the North Central Florida Cares Fund

By Amanda Roland | April 24, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
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 lost jobs and wages in response to this world-wide pandemic, it is more important now

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UF Health

Learn How to Support UF Health Shands During COVID-19

By Amanda Roland | April 24, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates , Health
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 and patients healthy and safe. The medical field has been at a loss for supplies

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bread of the mighty

Donate to Bread of the Mighty to Help Feed the Community!

By Amanda Roland | April 24, 2020 | Blog , Local Fun
During this difficult time of COVID-19, it is important to remember that we are all in this together. There are countless organizations that are doing amazing work for the communities around us to make sure they are staying fed and healthy. One of those organizations is called Bread of the Mighty Food Bank, and you

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kids in the kitchen

Get the Kids in the Kitchen With These Tips!

By Jen Hillan | April 24, 2020 | Early Years
Having your kids in the kitchen is an excellent way to teach them about healthy eating and good nutrition, not to mention help them develop a lifelong love of cooking! While we are all spending a lot of time at home in our kitchens during quarantine, now is the perfect time to start teaching your

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family tree

Make Your Own Family Tree With This Free Printable

By Amanda Roland | April 23, 2020 | Blog
Looking to teach your kiddos a little more about your family tree? Use some of your social distancing free time to write out your family tree using our free family tree printable below! Just download the file and get to work! Want to dive even deeper into your ancestry? Click here to learn more about

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IKEA meatballs

Make IKEA’s Swedish Meatballs at Home!

By Amanda Roland | April 23, 2020 | Blog , Recipes
There has been another iconic recipe released that you don't want to miss! You can now make IKEA's Swedish meatballs at home! IKEA UK released the recipe on its twitter account on April 20, along with a diagram and cooking instructions. These meatballs have been a fan favorite in IKEA stores for years, but now

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controlled school choice

ACPS Controlled School Choice Application is Now Open

By Amanda Roland | April 23, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates , Your Schools
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 to an ACPS news release. "Parents must apply online on the district’s Office of Student

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