Nobel Peace Prize Winner Malala Yousafzai to Speak at UF Today

By Amanda Roland | November 13, 2020 | Blog
The ACCENT Speakers Bureau at UF is excited to have Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai speak at UF today on November 18. This event will take place virtually on November 18 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. through Zoom. In order to attend the event, you must have a valid UFL email address. You can sign up

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How to Address Bad Toddler Behavior and Time-Outs

By Tracy Wright | November 13, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Toddler
Terrible two’s and "threenager" are often terms applied to that toddler age usually associated with the age- old toddler tantrum. Already exhausted parents find themselves frustrated with how to deal with bad behavior from their toddlers. Time-outs are often cited as a possible solution. Now being six to seven years out from that stage with

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Bon Appé-Cheetos® Holiday Cookbook

Check Out The Bon Appé-Cheetos® Holiday Cookbook

By Amanda Roland | November 12, 2020 | Blog
This year, Frito-Lay has given Cheeto-lovers a pretty cheesy gift – The Bon Appé-Cheetos® Holiday Cookbook. Find out how you can get your paws on it this holiday season! "’Tis the season to eat, drink and cheers to a Cheetos® holiday feast! Chester has cooked up the best 22 Cheetos® food and drink recipes and

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Maternity Styling Tips

Get Maternity Styling Tips for Dressing the Bump

By Colleen McTiernan | November 12, 2020 | Life
As your baby bump grows bigger, it might be harder for you to find clothes that best fit your body. Dressing the bump can be a major fashion challenge, but luckily we have some maternity styling tips to help you stay chic, and most importantly, comfy! Don’t be afraid of form-fitting pieces Embrace the bump!

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ACPS will be closed

Alachua County Schools to Reopen on November 13

By Amanda Roland | November 12, 2020 | Blog
Alachua County Schools will reopen on Friday, November 13. "The free curbside meals typically distributed on Thursdays will be distributed tomorrow (Friday) at the usual 24 sites from 9:30 to 1 p.m. The list of sites is available at yourchoicefresh.com," according to ACPS Public Information Officer Jackie Johnson. Queen of Peace, St. Francis and Oak

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Alachua County Libraries and Pools

Alachua County Libraries and Pools to Close

By Amanda Roland | November 11, 2020 | Blog
Due to Tropical Storm Eta Eta, Alachua County libraries and pools will be closed tomorrow, November 12. The library district issued a statement on November 11: " Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency order for multiple counties, including Alachua County. If local conditions permit, all branches will resume current services, including limited

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Hot Sauce 101

Hot Sauce 101: It’s Getting Hot in Here!

By Megan Sapelak | November 11, 2020 | Forks & Spoons
Hot sauce is a spicy condiment that can be found in almost every nation around the world. Today there are hundreds of different varieties, flavors and styles of hot sauce. Hot sauce can come in many different colors and heat levels depending on the pepper that is used to make it. We are here to

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Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

4 Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipes

By Mercedes Leguizamon | November 10, 2020 | Blog
Soon, families will gather around a table and give thanks for everything they have had this year. Thanksgiving is a time for, in many cases, turkey, mashed potatoes and delicious desserts. It is always exciting for our families to come together, but sometimes picky eaters or boring meals make Thanksgiving a drag for young kids.

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Virtual Tricks and Tips

Virtual Tricks and Tips for At-Home Learning

By Giggle Magazine | November 9, 2020 | Learn
There is nothing better than getting great advice from those who know it best and are in the trenches with you...the mom village! This time around, moms who opted for the virtual/digital option this year due to COVID-19 share their virtual tricks and tips on how to navigating the waters of at-home learning. Carrie Groves

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