stick ship

Make this DIY Stick Ship From Items in Your Yard!

By Amanda Roland | April 17, 2020 | Blog , DIY
With Earth Day coming up, we wanted to provide a fun craft for you and your kiddo to make that involves nature! Make this DIY Stick Ship out of twigs from your backyard! DIY Stick Ship Supplies: 8-10 sticks or twigs Garden Shears Hot glue Felt or Leaf Directions: Have your little one gather 8-10

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county beaches

Beaches in Duval County and St. Johns County are Reopening

By Amanda Roland | April 17, 2020 | Blog , COVID-19 Updates
Some North Florida beaches are re-opening for the first time since the state-wide stay-at-home order, including beaches in Duval County and St. Johns County. The beaches are to be used for activities like exercising, walking, fishing, surfing, biking and more, but all social distancing guidelines must be maintained, like staying 6 feet apart and no

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Lyrid meteor shower

Don’t Miss the Lyrid Meteor Shower!

By Amanda Roland | April 17, 2020 | Blog , Happy Home , Life
Coming up this week, we all have an opportunity to view an amazing light show from our backyards for free! It's called the Lyrid meteor shower, and it has been happening for the past 2,700 years. Every year in April, this meteor shower is active approximately from the 16th to the 25th, according to EarthSky.org.

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three-cheese sandwich

Make the Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich From Toy Story Land

By Amanda Roland | April 16, 2020 | uncategorized
Attention Disney lovers! So, we know that Disney released its ever popular Dole Whip recipe and we have been loving it. But, did you know they released another coveted recipe to lift our Disney-loving spirits during COVID-19? Now you can make the Grilled Three-Cheese Sandwich from Toy Story Land right in your own kitchen. This

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summer safety

Get Ready for Summertime with Summer Safety Tips!

By Amanda Roland | April 16, 2020 | Blog , Health
Summer is really sneaking up on us. Here are some summer safety tips to brush up on before the summer gets here so that you and your kiddos are ready for hot days, summer camps and more! Summer Safety Tips Bug Bites Though they are annoying, most bites from mosquitoes or ants can be treated

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summer camps

It’s Time to Start Planning For Summer Camps!

By Rebecca Vitkus | April 16, 2020 | Kids , Teens , Tweens
For many kids this summer, camp is where they’re headed. It is a place to create lifelong friendships and memories that last for decades to come. There are many options and activities to choose from, so it's time to start planning for summer camps now!   The Day Camp Experience When parents have great memories

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toasted nuts

Make Spicy Toasted Nuts For an Easy Snack!

By Amanda Roland | April 15, 2020 | Blog , Recipes
For a quick and easy snack that you can make at home, try these Spicy Toasted Nuts! Spicy Toasted Nuts Ingredients: nuts of choice 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp oil 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder pinch of salt and pepper Directions:  In a bowl, toss all ingredients together until your nuts are

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compost bin

Make a DIY Compost Bin to Help The Earth!

By Amanda Roland | April 15, 2020 | Articles , Guides , Home Life , Local Fun
Composting is one of the easiest things that a family can do to help the environment. When you compost, you help reduce the amount of organic waste in our landfills, which according to Bay Area Composting, emits methane, a potent greenhouse gas into our atmosphere. Your compost is not only helping our environment, but also

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