Holiday Traditions Around the World

By Lindsey Johnson | December 16, 2021 | Holidays , Learn
While each family has their own special holiday traditions (check out some in the #momhacks section!), many customs are cultural and specific to the region. When planning your next holiday celebration, consider adding some new cultural flair! Venezuela The South American city of Caracas, Venezuela celebrates Christmas by going to church on Christmas Eve - on roller

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Holiday Keepsake: Salt Dough Ornaments

By Lindsey Johnson | December 10, 2021 | Happy Home
Spend some time connecting with the kids this season by making these fun ornament keepsakes. Kids of any age can help with this fun project. Make them for your own tree or as gifts for family, friends or teachers! Materials: All-purpose flour Iodized salt Water Polyurethane spray or mod podge String Straw Cookie cutters Acrylic

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Local Christmas Tree Farms

By Lindsey Johnson | December 2, 2021 | Holidays
Are you looking for that Christmas Vacation-esque experience of heading outdoors to get your Christmas tree? Here's a listing of some tree farms around the North Florida area. You won't have to trudge through snow to find one but you can still have a memorable holiday experience. Shop early - Christmas trees are in short

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Hanukkah History and Traditions

By Chris Wilson | December 1, 2021 | Holidays
The festival of lights, known as Hanukkah, is celebrated for eight days beginning on the 25th day of Kislev of the Hebrew calendar, which can occur anytime from late November to late December. The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem after its desecration by the forces of Antiochus IV, ruler of

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Cade Museum offers Thanksgiving Weekend Shopping Deals

By Lindsey Johnson | November 23, 2021 | Blog
Shop local this holiday season with gifts from the Cade Museum! Visitors may shop in the Loot Lab during museum hours and admission is not required for shopping only. Visit the Loot Lab at the Cade for these amazing deals and more! Black Friday on November 26th - 30% off Small Business Saturday on November

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National Cheeseburger Day

By Lindsey Johnson | September 18, 2021 | Blog
September 18th is National Cheeseburger Day! What better way to celebrate a fall football day than with an all-American cheeseburger? Several restaurants are offering specials and deals for this tasty holiday including Wendy's, Red Robin, Applebee's and McDonald's. Or fire up the grill at your tailgate and make your own burgers! Don't eat beef? No

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winter activities in Gainesville

6 Outdoor Winter Activities in Gainesville

By Rebecca Vitkus | December 18, 2020 | Health
As tempting as it may be to keep the kids indoors when the temperature drops, the winter weather is only here for a moment, and it is meant to be enjoyed! Take a break from video games and holiday movie marathons to bask in the briskness of the cool outdoors with these winter activities in

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DIY Fake Snow

Make DIY Fake Snow To Have a White Christmas In Florida

By Grace Downey | December 17, 2020 | Blog
In Central Florida, we rarely see snow! So, if you were looking forward to a white Christmas this year, we have the perfect recipe to make DIY Fake Snow! Beware: it is a little messy, but so worth it! DIY Fake Snow SUPPLIES 2 lbs baking soda Shaving cream can Container with lid INSTRUCTIONS Pour

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Elf on the Shelf

Simple and Fun “Elf on the Shelf” Ideas

By Sara Buechler | December 17, 2020 | Blog , Holidays
Have you been running out of ideas for your our family "Elf on the Shelf"? Now that Christmas is a week away, your elf is on the home stretch! Here are some different places your naughty (or nice) elf can be!!! Elf is in an arrival box with a letter from Santa Elf makes an

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Holiday Breakfast

Simplify Your Holiday Breakfast With These Tips!

By Rebecca Vitkus | December 15, 2020 | Forks & Spoons , Recipes
Try these simple holiday breakfast set-ups to avoid craziness in the kitchen and allow more time for Christmas cuddles! Make your ordinary breakfast into a festive feast! Use Christmas cookie cutters to pour in pancake batter prepared the day before for a quick and cheerful pancake plate. Put a twist on your holiday tradition by

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