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
Hanukkah History and Traditions
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
Cade Museum offers Thanksgiving Weekend Shopping Deals
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
National Cheeseburger Day
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
6 Outdoor Winter Activities in Gainesville
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
Make DIY Fake Snow To Have a White Christmas In Florida
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
Simple and Fun “Elf on the Shelf” Ideas
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
Simplify Your Holiday Breakfast With These Tips!
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
Make DIY Sippin’ Snowmen Mugs!
If you are staying in Florida for the holidays, you won't be seeing the snow fall, but you can always craft it. Make these DIY Sippin' Snowmen Mugs this season! Sippin' Snowmen Mugs SUPPLIES White mugs Oil based sharpies (black & orange) INSTRUCTIONS Step 1: Draw your snowmen and snow-women with the oil based markers.
Get To Know Mr. and Mrs. Claus!
With Christmas approaching, boys and girls everywhere are on their best behavior. While everyone asks themselves if they are on the Naughty or Nice list, the Head Elf himself took some time to share some insight into what goes into the big night. Preparations last all year, and decorations begin much earlier for Santa and