In efforts to keep Alachua County healthy and safe, Alachua County Public Schools (ACPS) Food and Nutrition Services has been distributing meals around the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the team passed a milestone by distributing over one million meals to children. "Today's total reached 1,019,122," said Jackie Johnson, PIO for ACPS. "The food
‘Hamilton’ is Coming to Disney+ on July 3
Disney just announced that Disney+ will stream a filmed version of the iconic Broadway production "Hamilton" starting July 3, 2020! What was originally scheduled to be released in October 2021 has been expedited by 15 months so that families can enjoy the popular production at home as they practice social distancing, as reported by Deadline.com.
DeSantis Announces Barbershops and Nail Salons Will Open May 11
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Twitter via video that barbershops and nail salons can open on Monday, May 11. Friend of DeSantis and barbershop owner J Henry filmed a video announcing the reopening of “barbershops, hair salons and nail salons with enhanced safety protocol for all counties currently in Phase 1.” In the video, J
The Oaks Mall is Now Open!
The Oaks Mall in Gainesville is now open with adjusted hours. "The mall will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday and from noon to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday," according to the mall. "New measures have been implemented to help ensure the health and safety for all who enter the mall, including hand-sanitizing stations,
Disney Springs Will Begin Reopening on May 20
For Disney fans and Florida residents, the closing of Walt Disney World has been very sad, yet necessary. And while we still won’t be able to go see Cinderella’s Castle just yet, on May 20, Disney Springs will begin the reopening process. This information was announced on the Disney Parks Blog on May 7. “Following
The Alachua County Library District Will Offer Curbside Services Starting May 13
Starting Wednesday, May 13, The Alachua County Library District will offer curbside services at all Alachua County locations. According to the library district, here are the steps to follow for check-outs and returns: Place holds for books, DVDs, and other materials online at www.aclib.us/catalog or call your preferred branch. Be sure to select which branch
The Joy of Newborn Motherhood: Nichole Rivera and Yair Garcia
The joy of newborn motherhood. Nichole Rivera shares her stories and experiences of what it’s like to raise a newborn baby. Nichole Rivera and Yair Garcia BABY’S AGE/BIRTHDAY: 3 months/ 1-13-20 SPOUSE NAME: Enrique Garcia Nichole Rivera is now the proud mommy to three children and shares that each baby and pregnancy was quite different.
Make These Easy Homemade Pancakes From Scratch
If you can't get to the store to buy pancake mix, you can easily make pancakes at home with ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry! Here is a recipe for easy homemade pancakes with whipped cream and strawberries. Homemade Pancakes Ingredients: 1 Cup all-purpose Flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tbsp of
Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
For the mom that has everything, surprise her this year with these handpicked unique and fun gifts that are sure to bring a smile to her face this Mother’s Day! Here are some last-minute Mother's Day gift ideas! #ShopLocal: Diamond and Sapphire Starfish $1,800, Lang Jewelers Leather Reversible Mini Tote $158, draperjames.com SodaStream Fizzi $89.99,
Read Along with Julie Andrews on the Julie’s Library Podcast
If you're looking to give your kiddos some educational entertainment, tune in to Julie's Library, a story time podcast hosted by the beloved Julie Andrews! This podcast features Julie Andrews and her daughter Emma Walton Hamilton, a children’s author and educator. They read aloud some of their favorite children's books so that you can read